Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment.
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music! Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
​BUSINESS ENHANCEMENT / DISTRICT DESIGN & APPEARANCE
PROMOTING THE COMMUNITY / ANNUAL PROJECTS
Public and Stakeholders welcome
This is HOW we do it! And you can be a part of making a lot of wonderful things happen by joining us.
This is WHEN we do it! on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at City Hall Council Chambers 6:15 - 7:30pm.
Become a regular and see how even more gets done.
This is WHEN we do it! on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at City Hall Council Chambers 6:15 - 7:30pm.
Become a regular and see how even more gets done.
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment.
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music! Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment.
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music! Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Featuring entrepreneurs in Montcalm and Ionia Counties!Annual pitch competition, MIPitch, is back for it's fourth year to spark change and entrepreneurial growth in some of West Michigan's more rural communities. We're seeking some of the best, most innovative ideas that residents of Montcalm and Ionia Counties have for the MIPitch event taking place in September 19, 2024.
A panel of judges will evaluate submissions from Montcalm and Ionia County businesses seeking a chance to be selected as finalists for the live, in-person pitch event on September 19, 2024. Finalists will present their pitches for a chance to win cash prizes to help bring their ideas to life.
Monday, September 30, 2024
The members of Portland Downtown Development Authority Board are people that have a passion for downtown. They have grown up here, created memories here, and love it here. Their dedication stems from their interest in the growth and prosperity of #MiPortland and the community. Our Board aims to ensure that Portland continues to be a place that matters for generations to come.