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Geranium Pickup date is May 9th, Noon - 6pm

Spring is here and it's time for the Portland Garden Club's Annual Geranium Sale.  Online ordering will open on April 1st at https://portlandmigardenclub.org/geranium-sale and run through April 30th.  

Colors are red, white, light pink, dark pink and salmon and the cost will be $2.50 per plant.  There will be a limited quantity, so place your order early as these beautiful plants go quickly!   

Curbside pickup at the Portland Red Mill will be on Thursday, May 9th from Noon to 6pm.  Stay in your vehicle and pay with cash or check. Your geraniums will be loaded in your vehicle by one of our volunteers.

If you are interested in volunteering to assist with the sale or have any questions, please contact Cathy at (616) 284-1213.  Proceeds help us to beautify downtown Portland, have educational speakers at our meetings, and make monetary donations to local organizations. 
 

more info...
5/9/202412:00pm to 6:00pmCathy Leik


Friends of the Red Mill and the Portland High School Fine Arts Department present Agatha Christie's ABC murders, a radio show. The event will be catered by Taste of Heaven.

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5/10/20246:00pm to 8:00pmNoreen Logel


A HUGE line up of vendors!  Shop Local - Shop Small - Shop Them All! 
  • Annuals & Perennials
  • Heirloom Vegetable Plants
  • Herb Starts
  • Hanging Baskets
  • Potted Plants
  • Bird Feeders
  • Soaps & Oils
  • Yard Art
  • Candles & Crafts
  • Baked Goods & Honey
  • Lawn & Garden Equipment
  • Lawn & Garden Services
PLUS;  Live music, food trucks, Kettle Corn, Shaved Ice and more 

more info...
5/11/20249:00am to 1:00pmFarmers Market


Friends of the Red Mill and the Portland High School Fine Arts Department present Agatha Christie's ABC murders, a radio show. The event will be catered by Taste of Heaven.

more info...
5/11/20246:00pm to 8:00pmNoreen Logel


​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. 

 

more info...
5/14/20246:15pm to 7:30pmTina CW


Friday, May 17th 9am-7pm and Saturday, May 18th 9am-2pm

Stay informed and updated at Portland Community Garage Sales Page

Loads of Sales, in addition to ours, Westphalia’s sales are the same weekend  

SELLERS:  REGISTRATION (link)  and payment are due by FRIDAY MAY 10th by 5:00pm, no exceptions.

If you cannot be open FRIDAY, MAY 17th from 9am-7pm and SATURDAY, May 18th from 9am-2pm, you can indicate different hours.

$5 registration fee ($6 after May 1st) will help offset advertising, paper, printing, signage, and distribution costs and can be mailed to Becca Fedewa, PO Box 471 Portland, MI 48875, paid via PayPal to beccafedewa@hotmail.com, or via Venmo @BeccaFedewa

Benefits of participating/registering your sale:
* Your sale will be shown on a map of Sales
* Your description of the kinds of items you have will help bring shoppers looking for those items
* Increased sale traffic, especially for anyone not on a main road
 

more info...
5/17/2024FRIDAY, MAY 17th from 9am-7pm and SATURDAY, May 18th from 9am-2pmBecca Fedewa


Friday, May 17th 9am-7pm and Saturday, May 18th 9am-2pm

Stay informed and updated at Portland Community Garage Sales Page

Loads of Sales, in addition to ours, Westphalia’s sales are the same weekend  

SELLERS:  REGISTRATION (link)  and payment are due by FRIDAY MAY 10th by 5:00pm, no exceptions.

If you cannot be open FRIDAY, MAY 17th from 9am-7pm and SATURDAY, May 18th from 9am-2pm, you can indicate different hours.

$5 registration fee ($6 after May 1st) will help offset advertising, paper, printing, signage, and distribution costs and can be mailed to Becca Fedewa, PO Box 471 Portland, MI 48875, paid via PayPal to beccafedewa@hotmail.com, or via Venmo @BeccaFedewa

Benefits of participating/registering your sale:
* Your sale will be shown on a map of Sales
* Your description of the kinds of items you have will help bring shoppers looking for those items
* Increased sale traffic, especially for anyone not on a main road
 

more info...
5/18/2024FRIDAY, MAY 17th from 9am-7pm and SATURDAY, May 18th from 9am-2pmBecca Fedewa


Portland VFW Post 4090, the American Legion, and Auxiliary will again host services honoring U.S. Service People.

10am begins the march from Veterans Memorial Bridge, up Bridge Street with stops and recognition at Lehman Funeral Homes and the Portland Cemetery.  

Followed with the annual Memorial Day Chicken BBQ hosted by PUMC and VFW 4090     11am - 2pm

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5/27/202410:00am to 2:00pm


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.

more info...
5/27/20247:00pm to 8:00pmDDA Executive Director


A HUGE line up of vendors!  Shop Local - Shop Small - Shop Them All! 
  • Annuals & Perennials
  • Heirloom Vegetable Plants
  • Herb Starts
  • Hanging Baskets
  • Potted Plants
  • Bird Feeders
  • Soaps & Oils
  • Yard Art
  • Candles & Crafts
  • Baked Goods & Honey
  • Lawn & Garden Equipment
  • Lawn & Garden Services
PLUS;  Live music, food trucks, Kettle Corn, Shaved Ice and more 

more info...
6/1/20249:00am to 1:00pmFarmers Market


​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. 

 

more info...
6/11/20246:15pm to 7:30pmTina CW


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.

more info...
6/24/20247:00pm to 8:00pmDDA Executive Director


As MI Portland Downtown takes on Independence Celebration Fireworks through 2025,  the event will take place at Bouge Flats the Friday Before July 4 at dusk.  

2023  Friday June 30

Be a part of shaping up one of Portland's favorite events  We have levels and price ranges to suit every business and individual.  Portland is a community built and maintained on the strength of its residents and businesses.  We come together this time of year to celebrate our independence and appreciate those who've served to maintain our freedoms.  

We hope you'll join us Friday June 30, 2023, and contribute or pledge what you can. 

tinacw@portland-michigan.org 517-647-5027 (leave message please)



 

2023 - Friday June 30

2024 - Friday June 28

2025 - Friday June 27

2026 - Another Organization or a newly formed Fireworks Group takes over


more info...
6/28/2024From Dusk thru a 20 minute spectacular showTina ConnerWellman


Presented by the Portland Scouting Groups

The parade will be on July 4th, at 10:00am. We will be following the same route as we did last year.



Lineup will be on Riverside Drive starting at 9:00am.
As you arrive on Riverside Drive please pull up into line as we will not have assigned spots in the lineup this year. 
Please remember that while there is no throwing of items, you are welcome to place them at people's feet or hand things out.

The VFW will be leading the parade with the scouts immediately following them.
 
Please fill out this form to sign up. Please email with any questions. I hope you're all having a great spring! 
 
Thank you,
Erica Sheehan 
 

more info...
7/3/202410:00am to 10:30amErica Sheehan


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