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Lenawee County Event Calender 2006
July : Aug : Sept : Oct : Nov : Dec
July
Year-Round/Indoor Arena Rodeo in Lenawee County!
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin'
Every Saturday Night, 7pm
3 Bar B Arena
Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-34), just outside Adrian, MI
Call ahead for details/directions:
517-263-6618
2006 Summer Season
Historic Croswell Opera House
Anything Goes

July 7-8-9
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI
517-264-SHOW (7469)
Information
2006 Summer Season
Historic Croswell Opera House
Anything Goes

July 13-14-15-16
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI
517-264-SHOW (7469)
Information
Blissfield Area's 23rd Annual
River Raisin Festival

July 14-15-16
Ellis and Bachmayer Parks
Family Fun including
Parade, Fireworks, Crafts, Un-Boat Race
Live Entertainment & Art Fair
For more information contact:
517-486-3642 or 888-68-BLISS
All Around Morenci
Annual City Wide Garage Sale

3rd Weekend in July
“One person's junk...is another's treasure!”
Come for the bargains and stay for the fun!!
Contact: 517-458-6828
Walker Tavern Historic Site
Civil War Re-Enactors

July 15, 10am-6pm
July 15 Candlelight Tour: 8:30-10:30pm
July 16, 10am-3pm
Step back in time to learn about, experience and enjoy this annual Living History event! Blue & Gray Soldiers, Living Encampment, Farmer's Market
Sutler's Row, Battle (call for times) & Candlelight Village Tour
M-50 x US-12, in the Irish Hills
Sponsored by Foote Health Systems
517-467-4401

Information
Arts on the Move ----> at the Bank!
Hall of Fame Worthy: Portraits of Negro League Ball Players
July 16, 2-3pm
Wine & Cheese Event
Guest: Professor Eddie Bedford, Eastern Michigan University. Join us as we learn about and celebrate the history of these
tenacious and talented baseball players, including information about Adrian's own team, the Page Fence Giants !
Location: Sky Bank, 2nd Floor Ballroom
Downtown Adrian, Corner of Winter & Maumee St.
Adrian College & YMCA of Lenawee
Youth Art Program: POP ART

July 17-21
Grades 1-4, 9am-Noon
Grades 5-8, 1pm-4pm
Students will study the colorful & whimsical 1960's art movement
using printmaking, multi-media sculpture, painting and clay!
Certified Art Instructors: Jackie Whiteley & Annie Morton
$65 per student includes materials
All classes held at Adrian College, Mahan Hall area
Info/Registration:
517-263-2151 or 264-3901
Relay For Life
Adrian Location

July 21-22
Christian Family Centre
1800 W. US 223, Adrian
Info: 1-866-307-HOPE
The Croswell Opera House presents
Summer Kids Camp!

July 24-August 4, 1-3pm
Ages 13-18
Dance, Scene Work, Improvization
Solo & Group Singing & Vocal Coaching
Instructors: Erin & Michael Yuen
Tuition: $175 per student (includes T-shirt)
Classes held at Croswell & Adrian Public Library
Info/Registration: 517-264-7469
2006 Summer Season
Historic

Croswell Opera House
Grease

July 28-29-30
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI
517-264-SHOW (7469)
Information
Hidden Lake Gardens
Annual Children's Garden Day!

July 29
Hidden Lake Gardens
M-50, Tipton
Contact: 517-431-2060
Information
Michigan International Speedway
Let's Go Racing in Lenawee County!

July 29-30
July 29 - Practice & Qualifying - IRL IndyCar Series
July 30 - IRL IndyCar Series Race

Track located in the Irish Hills of Lenawee County
US-12 x M-50
Tickets: 1-800-354-1010 or
Click Here for Tickets

Lodging Information
August
Wednesdays at Walker Tavern
Hands On Workshops

August 2-9-16-25 & 30
Step back in time and learn about life in the past! Attend workshops on a different topic each week including:
Antiques Road Show, Wheat Weaving, Quilting
Heritage Food Preparation and Open Hearth Bread Baking
Walker Tavern Historic Site
Corner of M50 x US12
Irish Hills of Lenawee County
Call ahead for details and reservations!
517-467-4401

Information
Year-Round/Indoor Arena Rodeo in Lenawee County!
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin'

Every Saturday Night, 7pm
3 Bar B Arena
Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-34), just outside Adrian, MI
Call ahead for details/directions:
517-263-6618
2006 Summer Season
Historic
Croswell Opera House
Grease

August 3-4-5-6
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI
517-264-SHOW (7469)

Information
Hudson Area!
City Wide Garage Sale

August 5
“...one person's stuff
is another person's treasure...”
Hudson, MI
517-448-5545
Information
Celebrate the Family!
Annual Family Day Celebration

August 5
Christian Family Centre
1800 W. US 223, Adrian
Games - Inflatables - Food - Music
Fireworks!!

Information: 517-263-6232
US-12 Heritage Trail Promotion
Michigan's Longest Garage Sale

August 11-13
One man's junk is another man's treasure!
Flea Market Finds, Sidewalk Sales & More
212 Miles of US-12 Garage Sale Fun
Gain permission from property owners along US-12, plan to set up your garage sale and join the fun or motor down US-12 to find just the right garage sale gem!
Hint...a great way to raise money for your club or organization!
166th Lenawee County Fair
Michigan's Oldest County Fair!

August 13-19
Fair Parade: August 13

1pm Start Downtown Adrian
Comedian Bill Engvall, live at the 2006 Fair!
Family Entertainment-Music-Rides-Animals
Cars-Tractors-Fair Food & Vendors!
Fairgrounds Information
517-263-3007

Information
Michigan International Speedway
Let's Go Racing in Lenawee County!

August 18-19-20
August 18 - ARCA RE/MAX Series
August 19 - NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series
August 20 - NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series

Track located in the Irish Hills of Lenawee County
US-12 x M-50
Tickets: 1-800-354-1010 or
Click Here Lodging Information
Celebrate Lenawee History!
27th Annual Heritage Festival

August 26 & 27, 10am-5pm
Live Entertainment - Car Show
Living History Camp - Native American Living History & Dance
Lost Arts Demos - Sawmill & Threshing Demos - Musical Entertainment
Craft Booths - Rodeo Events - Flea Market - Food Vendors & More!
Antique Tractor & Steam Engine Association Property
7600 Forrister Rd., Adrian, MI
(5 miles West of Adrian - corner of US 223 x Forrister Road)
Adults: $2 Admission Children under 12: Free w/Adult
Information: 517-403-0028
 
September

Year-Round/Indoor Arena Rodeo in Lenawee County!
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin'
Every Saturday Night, 7pm
3 Bar B Arena
Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-34), just outside Adrian, MI

Call ahead for details/directions:
517-263-6618

Walker Tavern Historic Site
2nd Annual Heritage Fest

September 2, 10am-4pm
This event brings southern Michigan's
pioneering heritage to life...come and enjoy...
Quilts, Antique Tractors, Flea Market
Traditional Music, Craft Demonstrations
Kids Games, Crafts & Food
Sponsored by OSB Community Bank
US-12 x M-50, in the Irish Hills
517-467-4401
Information
Celebrate Labor Day!
Annual Labor Day Bridge Walk

September 4
Forget the Mackinac Bridge...come walk the
shortest, southern-most bridge in Michigan!
Morenci, Michigan

Contact: 517-458-6828
Information
 Annual Red Cross Blood Drive
Spirit of America 500!

September 11
Give blood, save lives and help set records!
Be a part of the Alliance of Local Chamber's
Community Challenge!

Watch this space for fun details!
There will be Trolleys involved!!
21st Annual
Fall Tractor Show & Flea Market

September 15-16-17
Grain Threshing, Saw Milling, Tractor Pulls
Trading Post and Fun for the Entire Family!
Special Feature: 2006 Vintage Garden Tractor Club of America Expo!!
Farmer's Antique Tractor & Engine Association
7600 Forrister Rd., Adrian, MI
(5 miles West of Adrian - corner of US 223 x Forrister Road)
Gate Admission $3 - Camping Available

General Info: 517-403-0028
Booth Rental: 419-923-1309

Irish Hills Festival
‘Oh, These Irish Hills'

September 16
Come celebrate the people & the history of the Irish Hills
Music-Magic-Irish Stew Cookoff-History-Soda Bread & More!
Location: Michigan International Speedway
US-12 x M-50
Irish Hills of Lenawee County
(517) 431-3400 - 423-5915
or 431-2859

Information
Relay For Life
Irish Hills Location

September 29-30
Michigan International Speedway
US-12 x M-50, Irish Hills
Info: 1-866-307 HOPE
October
Ride the Rails - Southern Michigan Railroad - Fall Color Tours
October Saturdays & Sundays
Departure Times/Location:
11am, 1:30pm & 4pm
2 Hour Excursion with Cider & Donuts
Reservations Required
Boarding Location: South Rail Yard
806 S. Evans Street, Tecumseh

517-456-7677
Information
Year-Round/Indoor Arena Rodeo in Lenawee County!
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin'
Every Other Saturday Night, 7pm
3 Bar B Arena
Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-34), just outside Adrian, MI
Call ahead for details/directions: 517-263-6618
Fright at the Fairgrounds
The Haunting!

Open: All October Weekends
Attack of the Zombies & Camp Carnage
Plenty of chills and thrills - terror-ific!!
Rated #1 in Michigan for 6 years
NOW Rated in the TOP 10 haunted sites in the USA!!

Information
The Toxic Manic Maze
A scare-filled 16,000+ square foot outdoor maze, located next to
The Haunting, admission included with a trip through the The Haunting.
The Haunting Hotline 517-264-1941
Lenawee County Fairgrounds
Siena Heights Drive, Adrian, MI
Information
Terror in the Hills
Mystery Hill of Terrors

October Weekends
Mystery Hill
US-12, Irish Hills
Haunted Woods-Haunted House-Haunted Maze
Not recommended for young children

517-467-2517
Information
Be Prepared...to be Scared!
Drive-Thru Fun at Spooky Hollow & The Train Car of Terror!

Weekends in October
Stagecoach Stop USA
US 12 in the Irish Hills Area
Spooky Hollow is family-friendly entertainment!
Train Car of Terror is not recommended for young children
517-467-2300
Information
It's All Happening Downtown Adrian!
Farmer's Market

May - October
Wednesday: Noon-6pm & Saturday: 8am-Noon

Produce-Flowers-Baked Goods-Crafts & More!
Toledo Street x N. Main Street Parking Lot, Adrian (behind Standard Federal Bank)
New Vendors Always Welcome!

Info: 517-447-3345 or 517-456-7078
Downtown Tecumseh
Farmer's Market

May - October
Saturday, 8am-1pm

Produce-Flowers-Candles-Crafts & More!
Tecumseh Area Historical Museum
Parking Lot, Chicago Blvd. (M-50)
New Vendors Always Welcome!
Info: 517-451-8063
Lenawee Christian School
Huge Annual Craft Show

October 7, 8:30am-4pm
1800 W. US-223 x Wolf Creek Hwy.
Adrian, MI

Contact: 517-263-8540
Hidden Lake Gardens Open House
Annual Fall Foliage Festival

October 7
Scarecrows on Parade!
Family Fun - Fall Colors & Gift Shop
M-50 - Tipton, MI
517-431-2060
Information
Downtown Tecumseh Celebration!
13th Annual Appleumpkin & Antique Street Fair Festival

October 14-15
Arts & Crafts, Antique Fair, Food, Music, Make-It-Take-It Booth
Scarecrows & Free Trolley Rides to Kapnick Orchard's Festival!
M50 - Throughout Downtown Tecumseh!
Tecumseh, Michigan

517-424-6003
Information
Kapnick Orchard
28th Annual Fall Apple Festival

October 14-15
Celebrate Fall at the Orchard!
Arts & Crafts, Food, Music, Pumpkins, Apples
and Free Trolley Rides to the Appleumpkin Festival!
4245 N. Rogers Highway, Britton, MI
517-423-7419 or 877-450-6096
Information
Free Family Fun!
Brooklyn Pumpkin Quest Fest

Watch for Date
9am-4pm
Games, hayrides, scarecrows, costume parade
face painting, pie eating contest, car show & more!
Sponsored by Brooklyn Area Businesses
M-50, Downtown Brooklyn, MI

517-592-8907
Information
41st Annual Irish Hills Region
Antique Automobile Club of America

October 22, Gates Open: 7:30am
AACA Swap & Sell Meet
Lenawee County Fairgrounds
602 N. Dean St., Adrian, MI
$2 Admission - Rain or Shine!
Info: 419-822-9625
(please no calls after 9pm)

Fairgrounds: 517-263-3007
Information
November
Year-Round/Indoor Arena Rodeo in Lenawee County!
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin'

Every Other Saturday Night, 7pm
3 Bar B Arena
Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-34), just outside Adrian, MI

Call ahead for details/directions: 517-263-6618
Adrian College
Annual Art Student Pottery Sale

November 3, 11am-5pm
November 4, 10am-1pm

Caine Student Center - Hickman Board Room
Choose from a wide range of works including plates, bowls, covered containers, pins, ornaments, cups, vases and a variety of unique items!
Prices vary from .50 to $50
Don't miss the fun and think Holiday Gift Giving! All proceeds benefit the Art & Design Department
Information
517-264-3901
Downtown Tecumseh
Holiday Open House Weekend

November 3-4-5
Come enjoy the holiday decorations
and the wonderful shopping experience!

517-423-2107
Information
Ride The Rails - Southern Michigan Railroad
Annual Veteran's Day Train Rides!

November 4 & November 11
Come celebrate the Veteran's Day train with friends & family!
Train runs between Tecumseh & Clinton, Michigan
517-456-7677
Information
Schedules/Fares
Sand Creek High School
27th Annual Holiday Craft Show

November 18
9am-4pm
**High School Only**
120+ Crafters

Information: 517-436-3121
December
Christmas Tree Farms in the Lenawee area: Arend's Tree Farm
12870 M-50
Brooklyn, MI
517-592-2006
Pentecost Tree Farm
Pentecost Hwy near Shepherd Rd.
Onsted, MI
McCrate Tree Farm
Matthews Highway between M-50 & US-12
Tecumseh, MI

Year-Round/Indoor Arena Rodeo in Lenawee County!
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin'

Every Other Saturday Night, 7pm
3 Bar B Arena
Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-34), just outside Adrian, MI
Call ahead for details/directions:
517-263-6618

Lenawee Historical Museum
2006 Christmas Festival of Trees!

Month of December
Beautifully decorated trees throughout the museum
Bring the family to enjoy the beauty of the season!
Sponsored & Decorated by area groups & organizations
110 East Church St., Adrian

517-265-6071
Information
Heritage Park Christmas!
Christmas Light Display

December 1-31, dusk/dark
M52 - Adrian, MI
(located across from Adrian Cinema Theaters)
517-263-2161
Information
Downtown Adrian
Winterfest Celebration

December 2
Annual Community Sing at the Croswell, 7pm
Holiday Craft Show & Sale, 10am-6pm

Information
Vendors: 517-265-2320
LCVA Gallery Art Show & Sale
  Holiday Salon

November 26 through December 24
Unique and one-of-a-kind Holiday Gifts!
LCVA Downtown Gallery
112 W. Maumee, Adrian
Gallery Hours:
Thurs-Fri: 4-8pm & Sat-Sun: 12-4pm
517-265-4403
Information
Adrian & Blissfield “The Old Road” Railroad - Special Santa Train
Watch for Dates
Train Depot: Blissfield, MI
Bring the family to visit with Santa!
Caroling & Refreshments
Reservations Required
Home of the Murder Mystery Dinner Train

Call for details: 1-888-GO RAIL 1
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Downtown Tecumseh
23nd Annual Christmas Parade

Watch for Date
Welcome Santa to Tecumseh at the old-fashioned holiday parade!
Route: Begin Union & Chicago Blvd - east on Chicago Blvd. to
Maumee St. - north on Maumee St. to Tecumseh Middle School
Contact: 517-423-3740
Information
Sponsored by: Tecumseh Area Chamber of Commerce
Adrian Symphony Orchestra
Special Musical Holiday Events

Watch for Dates and Details
Adrian College, Adrian, MI
517-264-3121
Information

Hidden Lake Gardens
Annual Open House & Festival of Lights

1st Weekend
Holiday Decor, Colored Lights & Gift Shop
M-50, Tipton, MI
517-431-2060
Information
Blissfield Area's Annual Holiday Parade
Parade of Lights

2nd Weekend
Watch for Details
Blissfield, MI
517-486-3642
Information

Celebrate New Year's Eve in Lenawee County!
December 31
Add some romance to your celebration...include an overnight!
Make your special plans NOW!
Lodging