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| 10/4/2025 | Just in time for Sweetest Day, Friends of the Red Mill and the Portland Area Retailers would like to invite all to join us for the 5th Annual Portland Chocolate Walk, Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We have 30+ businesses participating this year and are including businesses in the Main Street area as well as participating businesses joining us on Grand River Avenue and throughout the city. Tickets are $25 each and MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE. TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE while supplies last. Check in will be from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Red Mill Pavilion, located at 450 Water Street. Upon check in you will receive your container to collect all your candy in, along with a list of participating businesses. When done, a variety of decadent hand-pattied and hand-dipped chocolates will fill your container. We have received rave reviews regarding the chocolate that will be handed out. Each chocolate comes individually wrapped and is made in a licensed commercial kitchen. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: B & W Auto Supply Hometown Sports Portland Party Store Tickets are also available online through this link: https://square.link/u/nDoKr2fl Be sure to check at each candy stop location for special sales or giveaways that you can enter to win!! Please share with family and friends. You won’t want to miss out on this great opportunity to tour your town, collect CHOCOLATE, and spend a Great Day in Portland. If you have any questions or want to purchase tickets, please Noreen Logel at 616.841.8200. more info... |
| 10/7/2025 | 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... |
| 10/10/2025 | Join VFW 4090 in the main dining hall at 5 pm for another installment of Burger Burn Friday. Burger baskets for only $12. Dine in or take out, your choice! Service concludes at 7 pm, or when sold out. Call (517) 647-4980 to place your order to go.  Meal season is just ramping up. Make sure you grab a meal schedule when you're here, so you don't miss out! Website VFW 4090  2025-26 Meal Schedule has been released! Friends and members of VFW 4090, the meal schedule for the upcoming meal season is complete. The first event will be Mexican Night hosted by the VFW Portland 4090 Auxiliary on September 5. And don't forget Wild Wednesdays hosted by the American Legion Post 129. Take note of the Bake Sale and Craft Sale date... it is earlier than normal more info... |
| 10/11/2025 | Thompson Field Pavilion - Canal St., 3:00 pm Agility course & Blessing of the Pets Free event.  more info... |
| 10/14/2025 | BUSINESS ENHANCEMENT / DISTRICT DESIGN & APPEARANCE
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| 10/19/2025 | Breakfast is Served! Join VFW 4090 in the main dining hall on September 21 at 8 am for all your breakfast favorites. As always, the coffee is served just the way you like it... hot and free!  Make sure to grab a meal schedule while you're here too. That way you won't miss out on any of your favorite offerings Website VFW 4090 2025-26 Meal Schedule has been released! Friends and members of VFW 4090, the meal schedule for the upcoming meal season is complete. The first event will be Mexican Night hosted by the VFW Portland 4090 Auxiliary on September 5. And don't forget Wild Wednesdays hosted by the American Legion Post 129. Take note of the Bake Sale and Craft Sale date... it is earlier than normal more info... |
| 10/21/2025 | Ferment, Pickle, Freeze, or Can? Ready to discover the art of preserving food? Join us at First Congregational Church in Portland on Tuesday, October 21, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm for an engaging journey into the timeless techniques of storing food. From salting to smoking to canning to honey-soaking, learn the many practical, research-based ways to keep harvests fresh, flavorful, and safe year-round. Presented as part of the “Nature Therapy” series by FCC and Portland Parks & Recreation, the session blends tradition with modern science. Participants will learn how to reduce waste, stretch their food budgets, and savor seasonal bounty long after harvest. The free program is open to all, and registration is not required. For more info, contact: Tom Huggler HugglerTom@cs.com (989) 714-1407 mobile more info... |
| 10/24/2025 | Join us for an evening of great food and even greater community spirit! Our local VFW is hosting a Mexican Meal Night to support veterans’ programs and community projects. Enjoy a delicious homemade spread featuring all your favorites. Plates are generously portioned, and the atmosphere is family-friendly, welcoming, and full of camaraderie. Every plate served helps us continue the important mission of supporting veterans and strengthening our community. Dine in with neighbors, grab takeout, or just stop by to say hello. Bring your appetite — and your friends — for a fun evening that makes a difference! Call (517) 647-4980 to place your order to go. Meal season is just ramping up. Make sure you grab a meal schedule when you're here, so you don't miss out! Website VFW 4090 2025-26 Meal Schedule has been released! Friends and members of VFW 4090, the meal schedule for the upcoming meal season is complete. The first event will be Mexican Night hosted by the VFW Portland 4090 Auxiliary on September 5. And don't forget Wild Wednesdays hosted by the American Legion Post 129. Take note of the Bake Sale and Craft Sale date... it is earlier than normal more info... |
| 10/24/2025 | Friends of the Red Mill will be having its Annual Haunted Mill on Friday, October 24 from 6-9 pm Saturday, October 25 from 6-9pm Sunday, October 26 from more info... |
| 10/24/2025 | Have some spooky fun at the Portland District Library!
The Haunted Harvest Carnival is creeping its way into the library on Friday, October 24 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.! |
| 10/25/2025 | Bingo, for a chance to win a designer purse! more info... |
| 10/25/2025 | STAY TUNED: Plaza Challenges continue... We've had some additional weather and contractor availability delays and will have to postpone the Plaza Grand Opening. After the Plaza is finished, we’ll ensure at least one week’s notice of the rescheduled event. The Plaza’s journey has had its challenges — from last fall’s demolition delays to the tricky directional boring under the rivers for the water and sewer plant upgrades. But believe it or not, we’re in the home stretch — and we can’t wait to celebrate with our Portland friends and neighbors! We’re putting together an outstanding celebration — and there’s so much more to do all around Downtown. Please join us for Portland Downtown Day, happening all day from 7 AM to 9 PM. Don’t forget the fun of Red Mill’s Haunted Mill & Haunted Market — 6 to 9 PM Here’s just a taste of what’s waiting for you: Ribbon Cutting & Dedication Ceremony * Live Music by Sound Surfers Band * Carnival Eats * Free Bites & Beverages at Local Favorites * Local Crafters & Seasonal Sellers * Food, Beverage, Service, and Product Specials All Around Town * Scavenger Hunt — Pick up a card at any open location, complete the list and turn in by 7 PM to be entered for a chance to win hundreds of dollars in prizes! It’s a celebration of progress, community, and everything we love about Portland — and you’re invited to be part of it!  more info... |
| 10/25/2025 | Friends of the Red Mill will be having its Annual Haunted Mill on Friday, October 24 from 6-9 pm Saturday, October 25 from 6-9pm Sunday, October 26 from 6-8pm more info... |
| 10/25/2025 |  Halloween & Fall-Themed Market at the Haunted Mill Gather your ghoul friends, bring the family, and get ready for a night of spooky shopping and festive fun!   Join us for a spooktacular evening of eerie excitement at our Halloween & Fall-Themed Market! Whether you're hunting for spooky decorations, seasonal treats, or one-of-a-kind fall-inspired items, our local vendors will have something for everyone.  What to Expect:>Unique, handcrafted Halloween and fall-themed items from talented local vendors! >Face painting and fun activities for all ages. >The hauntingly fun atmosphere of the Haunted Mill haunted house—perfect for a spooky night out. >Delicious fall treats and more!  more info... |
| 10/26/2025 | Friends of the Red Mill will be having its Annual Haunted Mill on Friday, October 24 from 6-9 pm Saturday, October 25 from 6-9pm Sunday, October 26 from 6-8pm more info... |
| 10/27/2025 | Time Change isn't just for twice a year - We're implementing a Board Meeting Time Change. Going forward, Downtown Development Board Meetings will begin at 6:00pm, continuing with 4th Mondays and held in Council Chambers at City Hall. 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... |
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