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Come Play & Stay, in Lenawee!!
Honor Memorial Day
“We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heroes never dies!”
Memorial Day Parades
Adrian: 517-
Onsted: mmcnally@tc3net.com
Tecumseh: 517-
Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Crafts & FUN!
May -
Every Wednesday, 10am-
Every Saturday, 8am-
Location: Toledo Street Parking Lot, Downtown Adrian
Blissfield Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers & Crafts
May -
Every Tuesday, 8am -
Parking Lot behind Frosty Boy, 325 W. Adrian St. (US-
Info: 517-
Madison Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Crafts & More
May -
Every Saturday, 8am-
Kohl’s Parking Lot
Corner US-
Main Street Farmers’ Market
@ The Hathaway House, in Blissfield
Every Tuesday, 4-
Locally grown & produced items sold by farmers, craftspeople, and artists from the southeastern Michigan and northwestern Ohio areas!
Hathaway House Restaurant Parking Lot, US-
Interested in being a vendor or need more information?
Contact Aimee at 517-
Tecumseh Area Farmers’ Markets
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers, Crafts & More!
May -
Every Saturday, 9am-
805 S. Maumee St.
Downtown Tecumseh Location
517-
Walker Tavern Farmers’ Market in the Irish Hills
Fresh Produce, Baked Goods & Craft Vendors!
May 30 -
Every Sunday, 10am -
Organized by Friends of Walker Tavern
Corner US-
Contact: Ni Gordon @517-
David Brainard @517-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Winter Series runs every Saturday night thru May 2011
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for dates/details/directions: 517-
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Train Boards 60 minutes prior to departure!
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Get Your Motors Running
2012 Classic Car & Bike Show
May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16 and September 20
Get your motor running, head on down the highway, grab a bite to eat at one of our many great restaurants, stop by for an evening of free entertainment at Tecumseh’s Classic Car & Bike Show Series & enjoy music at “Music In The Park”. It’s sure to be a great time for the whole family!
Downtown Tecumseh
517-
Chasing a Dream
May 18 & May 19, 8pm
This is a Casual Classic concert especially designed so you can join your friends for an ‘out of the concert hall’ experience. Enjoy table seating, cash bar, and a concert program like you’ve never seen before!
Father Williams Hall, Adrian College
Adrian, MI
517-
19th Annual
Spring Tractor Show & Flea Market
May 18-
Farmer’s Antique Tractor & Engine Association
7600 Forrister Rd., Adrian, MI
(5 miles West of Adrian -
Gate Admission $3 -
Croswell Opera House -
Avenue Q
May 18-
Avenue Q contains adult language and sexual situations,
and may not be appropriate for younger audiences.
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Blissfield Family Fun!
4th Annual Art at Your Feet
May 19, 9am-
A free street-
This year’s theme: The Environment
Downtown Blissfield -
Artists/Vendors: 517-
Party at the Track, in Lenawee County!
Great Lakes Wine Fest
May 19, Noon-
Join the fun, taste, try, and buy Michigan Wines & Michigan Beers, too.
Live entertainment, food/wine pairing Seminars & Pace Car Rides!
Michigan International Speedway
12626 US-
800-
Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Crafts & FUN!
May -
Every Wednesday, 10am-
Every Saturday, 8am-
Location: Toledo Street Parking Lot, Downtown Adrian
Blissfield Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers & Crafts
May -
Every Tuesday, 8am -
Parking Lot behind Frosty Boy, 325 W. Adrian St. (US-
517-
@ The Hathaway House, in Blissfield
Every Tuesday, 4-
Locally grown & produced items sold by farmers, craftspeople, and artists from the southeastern Michigan and northwestern Ohio areas!
Hathaway House Restaurant Parking Lot, US-
Interested in being a vendor or need more information?
Contact Aimee at 517-
Hudson Farmers’ Market
Seasonal Fruits & Veggies, Flowers, Amish Baked Goods
Fresh Herbs, Fresh Eggs and Lots of Neighborly Fun!
June -
Saturday, 9am-
Parking Lot: Hudson Community Center
323 W. Main St., Downtown Hudson
Info: 517-
Madison Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Crafts & Baked Goods!
June -
Wednesday, 10am-
Saturday, 8am-
Kohl’s Parking Lot
Corner US-
Tecumseh Area Farmers’ Markets
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers, Crafts & More!
May 19 -
Every Saturday, 9am-
805 S. Maumee St.
Downtown Tecumseh Location
517-
Walker Tavern Farmers’ Market in the Irish Hills
Fresh Produce, Baked Goods & Craft Vendors!
May 30 -
Every Sunday, 10am -
Organized by Friends of Walker Tavern
Corner US-
Contact: Ni Gordon @517-
David Brainard @517-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Saturday Nights, 7:30pm
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for details/directions: 517-
Alllllllllll Aboard!!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Train Boards 60 minutes prior to departure!
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Swingin’ with Ella!
June 2, 8pm
The ASO season concludes with a fabulous Detroit-
Dawson Auditorium
Adrian College
110 S. Madison, Adrian, MI
517-
Annual Free Family Fun
Free Fishing Weekend!
June 9-
DNR says: Grab a pole and your family and friends, and let's go fishing!
Two days, twice a year, families and friends can enjoy one of Michigan's premiere
outdoor activities, Michigan Fishing, for FREE! All fishing license fees will be
waived for two days. Residents and out-
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills -
Walker Wheels vs Early Risers (Detroit)
June 10, 2pm
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Corner US-
517-
Downtown Brooklyn -
June 14, 1-
FREE Admission, FREE Live Entertainment & FUN Kid Zone
Food, Vendors, Race Simulators, & the Beer Garden!
Downtown Brooklyn, MI (Irish Hills)
11547 Brooklyn Road., Brooklyn MI
Sponsored by the Brooklyn Irish Hills Chamber of Commerce
517-
Come out and support MIS Cares!
"Fish Your Bass Off" / The Qualifier!
June 14, 5-
The top-
Entry fee is $100 per team. Besides Anglers, ‘The Qualifier’ event, from 5 to 8pm, is open to the public, free of charge. Activities at Jerry’s Pub that evening include a Tiki Bar Party, with live music by Fat Mouth Charlie, BBQ samples, Show Cars, and a Meet & Greet with some of the ARCA Racing Series Drivers!
Location: Jerry's Pub & Restaurant
650 Egan Highway, Brooklyn
Let’s Go NASCAR Racing, in Lenawee County!
Michigan International Speedway -
June 15-
MIS -
Tickets: 1-
Legally Blonde
June 15-
While Elle Woods is having lots of fun just being blonde, along the
way, she proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style!
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Get Your Motors Running
2012 Classic Car & Bike Show
June 21, July 19, August 16 and September 20
Get your motor running, head on down the highway, grab a bite to eat at one of our many great restaurants, stop by for an evening of free entertainment at Tecumseh’s Classic Car & Bike Show Series & enjoy music at “Music In The Park”. It’s sure to be a great time for the whole family!
Downtown Tecumseh
517-
Legally Blonde
June 22-
While Elle Woods is having lots of fun just being blonde, along the
way, she proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style!
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
New Southeast Wine Trail Event for 2012!
Summer Solstice Wine Release Party
June 23, 11am-
June 24, Noon-
Celebrate the Summer Solstice and the release of amazing new Michigan wines! The
Summer Solstice Release Party is a self-
Tickets on Sale NOW: 517-
If no answer, please call 517-
Town & Country Festival
June 28-
Battle of the Bands, Rodeo, Carnival, Car Show
Men’s Softball Tournament, Fireworks and More!
Wakefield Park, Morenci, MI
517-
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills -
Walker Wheels vs Bay City Independents
June 30, 1pm
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Corner US-
517-
33rd Annual Lenawee County Heritage Festival &
Len-
June 30-
Carlton Lodge Property
1629 W. Maumee St., Adrian
Lost Arts -
Family Friendly Event w/Children’s Activities
Festival: 517-
Pow Wow: 517-
Happy Independence Day!
Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Crafts & FUN!
May -
Every Wednesday, 10am-
Every Saturday, 8am-
Location: Toledo Street Parking Lot, Downtown Adrian
Blissfield Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers & Crafts
May -
Every Tuesday, 8am -
Parking Lot behind Frosty Boy, 325 W. Adrian St. (US-
517-
@ The Hathaway House, in Blissfield
Every Tuesday, 4-
Locally grown & produced items sold by farmers, craftspeople, and artists from the southeastern Michigan and northwestern Ohio areas!
Hathaway House Restaurant Parking Lot, US-
Interested in being a vendor or need more information?
Contact Aimee at 517-
Hudson Farmers’ Market
Seasonal Fruits & Veggies, Flowers, Amish Baked Goods
Fresh Herbs, Fresh Eggs and Lots of Neighborly Fun!
June -
Saturday, 9am-
Parking Lot: Hudson Community Center
323 W. Main St., Downtown Hudson
Info: 517-
Madison Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Crafts & Baked Goods!
June -
Wednesday, 10am-
Saturday, 8am-
Kohl’s Parking Lot
Corner US-
Tecumseh Area Farmers’ Markets
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers, Crafts & More!
May 19 -
Every Saturday, 9am-
805 S. Maumee St.
Downtown Tecumseh Location
517-
Walker Tavern Farmers’ Market in the Irish Hills
Fresh Produce, Baked Goods & Craft Vendors!
May 30 -
Every Sunday, 10am -
Organized by Friends of Walker Tavern
Corner US-
Contact: Ni Gordon @517-
David Brainard @517-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Saturdays -
All competitors and spectators welcome!
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for Details/Directions: 517-
Alllllllllll Aboard!!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Train Boards 60 minutes prior to departure!
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Annual Summertime Fun!
Devil’s Lake SummerFest
First Weekend in July
Pontoon Boat Cruise, Sandbar Volleyball
Tournament & Floating Corn Hole!
Trophies, Cash Prizes, & Fun!
Devil’s Lake & Round Lake Men’s Club
Info: 517-
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills -
Walker Wheels vs Saginaw Old Golds
July 1, 2pm
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Corner US-
517-
Dates: Call Ahead for Details
The staff at Walker Tavern has created some great opportunities for elementary-
Pre-
Walker Tavern Historic Complex, in the Irish Hills of Lenawee County
Corner US-
517-
Family Fun in Blissfield
29th Annual River Raisin Festival
July 10-
Entertainment, Children’s Activities, Carnival, Miss River Raisin Pageant.
Parade, Car & Bike Show, Truck Pulls, Fireworks -
Bachmayer & Ellis Parks, Blissfield, MI -
Les Miserables, Student Edition
July 13-
July 19-
Broadway’s legendary musical has been specially adapted to meet the needs of young
performers. This author-
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Hidden Lake Gardens -
Annual Children’s Garden Day
Date/Time: TBA
Bring the kids for a full day of outdoor fun at the Garden! Enjoy a variety of
Hands-
Hidden Lake Gardens
6214 Monroe Road (M-
Call for details: 517-
Irish Hills Family Fun!
Show Car Nationals
July 14 [Boy Scout’s Pancake Breakfast: 7am]
More than 100 classic cars are set to be on display this year. Bring the family out and enjoy Breakfast, Classic Cars, Arts & Crafts, Kid’s Games, Oh, These Irish Hills History, Local Authors & Vendors!
Pre-
Michigan International Speedway [enter tunnel off Brooklyn Highway]
12626 US-
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills -
Walker Wheels vs Wyandotte Stars
July 21, 1pm
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Corner US-
517-
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills -
Walker Wheels vs Union BBC of Dexter
July 22, 2pm
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Corner US-
517-
173rd Lenawee County Fair
July 22-
“Where Town & Country Meet”
A week full of family fun...including Fair Food, Carnival Rides,
4-
602 N. Dean St., Adrian, MI
517-
Happy Dog Days of Summer!
Adrian Farmers’ Markets
Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Crafts & FUN!
May -
Every Wednesday, 10am-
Every Saturday, 8am-
Location: Toledo Street Parking Lot, Downtown Adrian
Blissfield Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers & Crafts
May -
Every Tuesday, 8am -
Parking Lot behind Frosty Boy, 325 W. Adrian St. (US-
517-
@ The Hathaway House, in Blissfield
Every Tuesday, 4-
Locally grown & produced items sold by farmers, craftspeople, and artists from the southeastern Michigan and northwestern Ohio areas!
Hathaway House Restaurant Parking Lot, US-
Interested in being a vendor or need more information?
Contact Aimee at 517-
Hudson Farmers’ Market
Seasonal Fruits & Veggies, Flowers, Amish Baked Goods
Fresh Herbs, Fresh Eggs and Lots of Neighborly Fun!
June -
Saturday, 9am-
Parking Lot: Hudson Community Center
323 W. Main St., Downtown Hudson
Info: 517-
Madison Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Crafts & Baked Goods!
June -
Wednesday, 10am-
Saturday, 8am-
Kohl’s Parking Lot
Corner US-
Tecumseh Area Farmers’ Markets
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers, Crafts & More!
May 19 -
Every Saturday, 9am-
805 S. Maumee St.
Downtown Tecumseh Location
517-
Walker Tavern Farmers’ Market in the Irish Hills
Fresh Produce, Baked Goods & Craft Vendors!
May 30 -
Every Sunday, 10am -
Organized by Friends of Walker Tavern
Corner US-
Contact: Ni Gordon @517-
David Brainard @517-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Saturdays -
All competitors and spectators welcome!
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for details/directions: 517-
Alllllllllll Aboard!!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Train Boards 60 minutes prior to departure!
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Christian Family Centre & Around Adrian
Annual Family Celebration Day!
First Saturday in August
Come enjoy family fun at the Family Centre & all around Adrian!
Low cost and No cost family fun! Inside & Out!
1800 Wolf Creek Hwy., Adrian
517-
World’s Longest Yard Sale on US-
Now includes Hudson, Michigan!
August 2-
675 Miles, from Hudson, Michigan to Gadsden, Alabama!
One person’s junk...is another’s treasure! Join the fun, buying or selling!
THAT'S RIGHT -
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills
Walker on Wheels
August 4, 10am-
Bring the family to enjoy vintage cars, 50+ or older, and enjoy their stories!
The first 100 cars to register will receive commemorative dash plaques! Entering
a Car? $5 in advance/$10 day of event. Top Ten Awards & a “Best of Show” Award are
participant-
Walker Tavern Historic Complex, in the Irish Hills, of Lenawee County
Corner US-
517-
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills -
Walker Wheels vs Northville Eclipse
August 5, 2pm
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Corner US-
517-
Annual US-
Michigan's Longest Garage Sale
August 10-
Perhaps even more interesting than the "junk" are the people you will meet along the drive. The sales can be found along the highway at homes, farms, businesses, parking lots, and fields. Some areas will have large numbers of vendors while others may be scattered and in some instances a traveler will have to go several miles or more without seeing a yard sale because of the rural nature of the highway.
212 miles along US-
Croswell Opera House
7 Brides for 7 Brothers
August 10-
“Goin’ courting” has never been as much fun as in this rip-
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
SE Michigan’s Pioneer Wine Trail Fun!
The Wine Days of Summer -
August 11-
Experience “The Wine Days of Summer,” a 2-
For more information call 517-
If no answer, please call 517-
Come out and support MIS Cares!
3rd Annual "Fish Your Bass Off" Tournament
August 16
To buy your ticket to attend the weigh-
Tickets: $40. Only a limited number of tickets will be sold.
Location: Jerry's Pub & Restaurant
650 Egan Highway, Brooklyn
Let’s Go NASCAR Racing, in Lenawee County!
Michigan International Speedway -
Date: August 17-
MIS -
Tickets: 1-
7 Brides for 7 Brothers
August 17-
“Goin’ courting” has never been as much fun as in this rip-
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Hidden Lake Gardens -
Owl Prowl
August 21, 7:30-
Come out and be part of a guided tour & twilight walk in search of screech owls! You will learn about the life and habitats of these incredible nocturnal birds of prey, and see how screech owls respond to calls. Bring a flashlight and insect repellant. This is an enjoyable class for the family (although not suitable for very young children), an adult must accompany children.
Hidden Lake Gardens
6214 Monroe Road (M-
Call for details: 517-
Bluegrass on the River
August 25
Bring your banjo or fiddle and start your own Bluegrass jam session as performers and listeners are equally welcome!
Bachmayer Park, Blissfield, MI
Food/Craft Vendors Info: Ashley Bailey, 517-
Bands/Music Info: Randy Beckey, 517-
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills -
Walker Wheels vs Port Huron Welkins
August 25, 1pm
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Corner US-
517-
“Back to School Time”
Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Crafts & FUN!
May -
Every Wednesday, 10am-
Every Saturday, 8am-
Location: Toledo Street Parking Lot, Downtown Adrian
Blissfield Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers & Crafts
May -
Every Tuesday, 8am -
Parking Lot behind Frosty Boy, 325 W. Adrian St. (US-
517-
@ The Hathaway House, in Blissfield
Every Tuesday, 4-
Locally grown & produced items sold by farmers, craftspeople, and artists from the southeastern Michigan and northwestern Ohio areas!
Hathaway House Restaurant Parking Lot, US-
Interested in being a vendor or need more information?
Contact Aimee at 517-
Madison Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Crafts & Baked Goods!
June -
Wednesday, 10am-
Saturday, 8am-
Kohl’s Parking Lot
Corner US-
Tecumseh Area Farmers’ Markets
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers, Crafts & More!
May 19 -
Every Saturday, 9am-
805 S. Maumee St.
Downtown Tecumseh Location
517-
Walker Tavern Farmers’ Market in the Irish Hills
Fresh Produce, Baked Goods & Craft Vendors!
May-
Every Sunday, 10am -
Organized by Friends of Walker Tavern
Corner US-
Contact: Ni Gordon @517-
David Brainard @517-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Call for Details!
All competitors and spectators welcome!
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for details/directions: 517-
Alllllllllll Aboard!!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Train Boards 60 minutes prior to departure!
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Fall Color Tours from the Air!!
Make it a weekend flyaway-
SkyWalker Flying is offering Sky Tours over the beautiful Michigan Fall Colors of
Hidden Lake Gardens! Tours can fly out of Adrian or Tecumseh. Special $5 Gift Certificate
if you are a Adrian Chamber or Hidden Lake Garden Member! Reservations: SkyWalker
Flying, 517-
Mystery Corn Maze & Pumpkin Fun!
Opens: Second Weekend in September, call ahead for schedule!
Down on the Farm, Still close to Town!
Hayrides -
Carpenter Farms
2534 E. US-
517-
Facebook Page: Carpenter Farms
Family Fun in Hudson!
Bean Creek Heritage Festival
September 6-
Make plans, now, to visit Hudson, MI for three days of games, food and family activities, including chicken dinner, community breakfast, hometown parade, fun run & craft show! Also take part in, or just come to watch, the “Float the Bean” river fun, on Sunday!
Events all around town, in Hudson, MI
Information: 517-
Walker Tavern in the Irish Hills -
Walker Wheels vs Wood County Inmates
September 9, Noon
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Corner US-
517-
26th Annual
Fall Tractor Show & Flea Market
September 14-
Farmer’s Antique Tractor & Engine Association
7600 Forrister Rd., Adrian, MI
(5 miles West of Adrian -
Gate Admission $3 -
Vintage Baseball Game in the Irish Hills!
Walker Wheels vs Royal Oak Wahoo’s
September 15, 1pm
Bring the family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets, picnic lunch & enjoy the fun!
Hidden Lake Gardens, Tipton, MI
517-
Support the Boys & Girls Club Kids!
7th Annual Blue Jean Ball
Date: TBA
Ticket includes, admission, dinner, cash drawings, raffles and fun!
Siena Heights University Fieldhouse, Adrian, MI
Ticket Info: 517-
Family Fun & Art Festival!
6th Annual Art-
September 21-
Art, Music, Food & Lots of Free Family Fun!
Official Art-
Downtown Adrian (E/W Maumee St. & N/S Main St.)
Artist Info: Pi Benio, 517-
Food Vendors: Dave Thomas, 517-
General Info: Carol Souchock 517-
Follow us on Facebook!
Croswell Opera House
Rat Pack Lounge
September 21-
September 28-
With more than 30 of your favorite hits, including “My Way”, “What Kind of Fool Am I”, “Everybody Loves Somebody”, and more, you’ll be left singing and savoring the days of highballs and high rollers, after a night at The Rat Pack Lounge.
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Clinton Fall Festival
September 28-
Lots of vendors, food, car show, parade, arts & crafts,
raffles, silent auction, entertainment, book sale & more!
Downtown Clinton, MI
517-
Classic Concert
Date: TBA
Dawson Auditorium
Adrian College
110 S. Madison, Adrian, MI
517-
Something New and Fun!
Fall Color Tours from the Air!!
Make it a weekend flyaway-
SkyWalker Flying is offering Sky Tours over the beautiful Michigan Fall Colors of
Hidden Lake Gardens! Tours can fly out of Adrian or Tecumseh. Special $5 Gift Certificate
if you are a Adrian Chamber or Hidden Lake Garden Member! Reservations: SkyWalker
Flying, 517-
Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Crafts & FUN!
May -
Every Wednesday, 10am-
Every Saturday, 8am-
Location: Toledo Street Parking Lot, Downtown Adrian
Blissfield Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers & Crafts
May -
Every Tuesday, 8am -
Parking Lot behind Frosty Boy, 325 W. Adrian St. (US-
517-
Madison Farmers’ Market
Fruits, Veggies, Crafts & Baked Goods!
June -
Wednesday, 10am-
Saturday, 8am-
Eastern side of Kohl’s parking lot
US-
Tecumseh Area Farmers’ Markets
Fruits, Veggies, Flowers, Crafts & More!
May 19 -
Every Saturday, 9am-
Southeast City Parking Lot, Evans St.
Downtown Tecumseh Location
517-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Every Saturday Night, 7:30pm
All competitors and spectators welcome!
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for details/directions: 517-
Alllllllllll Aboard!!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Train Boards 60 minutes prior to departure!
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Fall Color Tour Excursions in October
Thursday & Friday Departures: 11am & 1:30pm
Saturday & Sunday Departures: 11am -
Enjoy the splendor of fall colors along the River Raisin Valley as the train meanders for 2 ¼ hours through the countryside with a stop along the way for complimentary cider and donuts!
Board: 806 S. Evans Street, Tecumseh
517-
Mystery Corn Maze
Open through October 31
Down on the Farm, still close to Town!
Hayrides -
Carpenter Farms
2534 E. US-
517-
Facebook Page: Carpenter Farms
Fall Foliage Festival
Date: TBA
This will be a day of food and fun for the whole family to enjoy! What a spectacular time to visit Hidden Lake Gardens when fall foliage turns brilliant colors with lots of fun activities planned for the entire family.
Come explore the beautiful grounds & enjoy the life size scarecrows! Hidden Lake Gardens
6214 Monroe Road (M-
Tipton, Michigan 49287
517-
Fall Family Fun, in Tecumseh!
19th Annual Appleumpkin Festival
October 13-
Festival Hours: Sat. 9-
The leaves are falling from the trees, the morning air has a certain crispness to it, this can only mean one thing, it’s time for the annual Appleumpkin Festival. Be sure to visit Kapnick Orchard’s Annual Apple Festival, too!
Downtown Tecumseh, MI
517-
Family Fun, at Kapnick Orchard!
34rd Annual Apple Festival
October 13-
Take a drive to the apple orchard and enjoy fresh apples, cider and donuts. Wagon rides, a petting zoo, children’s talent show, and over 80 craft booths are just some of the highlights at the annual Apple Festival. Be sure to visit downtown Tecumseh for the Appleumpkin Festival, too!
Kapnick Orchard
4245 Rogers Highway, Britton, MI
517-
Croswell Opera House
The Rocky Horror Show
October 19-
October 27, Midnight Show
Back by popular demand! The Rocky Horror Show is the rock musical spoof of science fiction movies that has become a cult classic!
Parental Advisory: Explicit Language & Topics
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Free Family Fun in Onsted!
5th Annual Old Time Country Harvest Day Festival
October 20, 10am -
Children’s Games, Puppet Shows, Food/Business Vendors, Scavenger Hunt, MI Child ID Program, Colors the Clown (Magic Show), Tractor/Classic Car Show, Pet Photo Contest, Hayrides & More!!
The Mill
230 N. Main St., Onsted, MI
517-
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Victorian Halloween
Date/Time: TBA
Bring your children and enjoy a unique Halloween Celebration!
Admission: $3 per person (those in Costume $2)
Walker Tavern Historic Complex, in the Irish Hills of Lenawee County
Corner US-
517-
Tecumseh Center for the Arts
Fall Programming
Date: TBA
TCA
400 N. Maumee St., Tecumseh
517-
Happy Thanksgiving!
Blissfield Yuletide 2012
A Season of Bliss -
November 9-
Kick off the holiday season with a weekend filled with craft shows,
train rides, Santa & his reindeer and lots of family fun!
Downtown Blissfield, Michigan
517-
Downtown Blissfield -
Parade of Lights
November 24, 6pm
Information: 517-
Downtown Adrian -
WinterFest
November 30
Croswell Opera House
Miracle on 34th Street
November 30, December 1-
December 7-
Kris Kringle takes on the cynics in this musical adaptation of the popular holiday
movie. Filled with humor and such beloved songs as “It’s Beginning To Look A Lot
Like Christmas”, this joyous, heart-
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Happy Holidays!
Merry Christmas!
Downtown Adrian WinterFest: December 1
Tecumseh Lighted Parade: December 7
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for dates/details/directions: 517-
Heritage Park Holiday Celebration!
Annual Christmas Light Display
Month of December, dusk/dark
Drive-
M52 -
(Note: Entrance to Heritage Park located across from
Adrian Cinema Theaters and behind BP Gas Station)
517-
Annual 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-
Annual Holiday Festival
Date: TBA
Join the festivity of the holiday season and enjoy the scenic rolling landscape of Hidden Lake Gardens. Musical groups will lift your spirits as they perform holiday favorites. Santa will arrive early to visit with children and the young at heart in the Gardens’ Visitor Center. Children can also visit the craft room for some holiday fun.
Admission: $3 per person
Hidden Lake Gardens
6214 Monroe Road (M-
517-
Hidden Lake Gardens
Evening of Lights
Date: TBA
Enjoy a winter outing with friends and family. Come to Hidden Lake Gardens to enjoy
the holiday light display. More than 2,000 candle-
Admission: $3 per person
Hidden Lake Gardens
6214 Monroe Road (M-
517-
Candlelight Promenade
Date: TBA
Transport yourself to another era! Spend a charming holiday evening enjoying Historic Tecumseh homes, all dressed up for the holidays, and open for your enjoyment!
Tecumseh, MI
517-
Holiday Programming
Date: TBA
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Ride the Santa Express!
Date: TBA
Reservations Required!
Why not make it an overnight event? Lodging Ideas
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Holiday Programming
Date: TBA
TCA
400 N. Maumee St., Tecumseh
517-
Walker Tavern Historic Complex
Holiday Celebration
Date: TBA
Bring your children and enjoy a special holiday celebration!
Walker Tavern Historic Complex, in the Irish Hills, of Lenawee County
Corner US-
517-
New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Lenawee County!
Add some spice and romance to your celebration...
make your special dinner and overnight plans NOW!
Lenawee County’s Destination Restaurants:
Evans Street Station, Tecumseh, MI
Hathaway House, Blissfield, MI
The Main Street Stable, Blissfield, MI
New Year’s Eve Celebration -
A Rockin’ Party and a Romantic Room!
December 31
Make plans to bring in the New Year at the Carlton’s Annual Big Bash!!
Victory Lane Food & Spirits, Music, Food Specials & Affordable Rooms!
Carlton Lodge
1629 W. Maumee St., Adrian, MI
517-
New Year’s Eve Special!!
December 31, Boarding: 6:30pm
Enjoy an evening of entertainment & fine dining!
3-
Adrian -
301 E. Adrian (US-
Call for reservations: 517-
Happy New Year!!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Saturday Nights, 7pm
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for dates/details/directions: 517-
Free Family Fun -
Robinson Planetarium & Observatory
Every Thursday Night, 7pm (Jan 20 -
Winter Constellations, Stars, Planets & their Folklore!
Peelle Hall, Adrian College
Locations: Corner of Williams & Charles Street
517-
4th Annual Ice Sculpture Festival
Date/Times: TBA
Come enjoy the weekend winter festivities as Ice Carvers transform blocks of ice into works of art! **Ice carving demos begin, Saturday, at 10am**
Snowman displays, Chocolate Fun, Merchant Sales, Lost Arts Demos,
Bell Choir Performances, Ice Skating at Adams Park & Much More!
Downtown Tecumseh, MI
517-
Chocopalooza: Adrian's Ultimate Chocolate Festival
Date/Time: TBA [Sponsored by the Adrian Schools Educational Foundation]
Youth Make & Take Cooking Class, Fake Cake Contest, Pie Eating Contest, Bake Sale
Lucy & Ethel at the Chocolate Factory. Chocolate Shake Dance Party, Chocolate Dash sponsored by Frosty Boy, Choco Play Dough Sculpture Contest sponsored by Culver’s & lots of delicious Chocolate Vendors!
Adrian High School
785 Riverside Ave, Adrian, MI 49221
Happy Valentine’s Day!!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Looking for something: Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Winter Series runs every Saturday night thru May 2012
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for dates/details/directions: 517-
Free Family Fun -
Robinson Planetarium & Observatory
Every Thursday Night, 7pm (Jan-
Winter Constellations, Stars, Planets & their Folklore!
Peelle Hall, Adrian College
Locations: Corner of Williams & Charles Street
517-
61st Annual Devils Lake Tip Up Festival
First Weekend in February (only activities specifically on lake subject to weather!)
Fishing Contest, Poker Run, Snowmobile Races,
Night-
Musical Entertainment at Local Area Restaurants!
All proceeds from events benefit the local community!
Devils & Round Lake Area
517-
Annual Free Family Fun
Free Fishing Weekend!
Date: TBA
DNR says: Grab a pole and your family and friends, and let's go fishing!
Two days, twice a year, families and friends can enjoy one of Michigan's premiere
outdoor activities, Michigan Fishing, for FREE! All fishing license fees will be
waived for two days. Residents and out-
Programming/Date/Time: TBA
TCA
400 N. Maumee St., Tecumseh
517-
Programming/Date/Time: TBA
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian, MI
517-
March 2013
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Winter Series runs every Saturday night thru May 2011
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for dates/details/directions: 517-
Hidden Lake Gardens -
Easter Egg Adventure
Date: TBA
Bring the kids (and their eggs) and enjoy an hour of full fun at the Garden!
Egg Hunt, Egg Decorating, Crafts & a Nature Walk around the Lake!
All activities geared toward children: 2-
Hidden Lake Gardens
6214 Monroe Road (M-
Call for details: 517-
April 2013
Happy Easter!
Murder Mystery Dinner Train
Every Saturday Night, 7-
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
A madcap Murder Mystery unfolds table side while you enjoy a 5-
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Year-
Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing & Mutton Bustin’
Winter Series runs every Saturday night thru May 2011
3 Bar B Arena
1220 Sword Highway off Beecher Road (M-
Call for dates/details/directions: 517-
6th Annual Art Walk
Date: TBA
Local Artists showcased all around town! During the evening, downtown merchants will partner with area artists to bring art into their downtown businesses. Merchants will offer extended hours and refreshments for the public to enjoy.
Contact: 517-
Alllll Aboard the Blissfield Train!
Cotton Tail Express
Date: TBA
[Train boards 30 minutes before departure]
Enjoy making a craft on board the Cottontail Express! A relaxing, family friendly, creative one and a half hour train ride will take you through the scenic countryside as we celebrate Easter together with the wonder of springtime unfolding.
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Adrian Area Chamber’s 5th Annual Event
All About Women
Date: TBA
Mark your calendars, get your friends & family together, and plan to attend this excellent event! Health Screenings & Health Fair, Vendors, Cooking Demos, Speakers, Workshops & an amazing Pampering Pavilion!
517-
Alllllllllll Aboard! Special Event!
Blissfield Railroad Days
Date: TBA
Looking for something Different? Fun? Unique? Special? This is IT!
Ride the Rails, between the Train Depot & the Historic Hathaway House!
Tickets are just $3 and you can ride all day!
Old Road Dinner Train (Adrian & Blissfield Railroad)
301 E. Adrian St., (US-
1-
Celebrate Michigan Wine Month!
"Michigan Wine Celebration"
Date: TBA
SE Michigan Pioneer Wine Trail's annual event! Tickets for this self-
Tickets: 517-
If no answer, please call 517-
Tecumseh Center for the Arts
Date/Programming: TBA
TCA
400 N. Maumee St., Tecumseh
517-
Date/Programming: TBA
Croswell Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
May 2013
Explore Tecumseh!
City-
Dates: TBA
One person’s junk is another person’s treasure!!
Spend some time looking for just the right “stuff”!!
Information: 517-
Civil War Re-
Dates/Times: TBA
Special Presentation for School Groups -
Step back in time, smell the smoke of battle, and experience real
living history, up close & personal, through battles, and encampments!
Walker Tavern Historic Site
13220 M-
517-
Croswell Opera House -
Show/Dates/Times: TBA
Croswelll Opera House
129 E. Maumee St., Adrian
517-
Annual “Public” Plant Sale
Dates/Times: TBA
Choose from a wide variety of perennials, ferns, wildflowers, hosta, ornamental grasses, and a unique selection of trees & shrubs!
Hidden Lake Gardens
6214 Monroe Road (M-
Call for details: 517-
June 2013
Let’s Go NASCAR Racing, in Lenawee County!
Michigan International Speedway
Dates: June 14-
MIS -
Tickets: 1-
July 2013
Family Fun in Blissfield
30th Annual River Raisin Festival
July 9-
Entertainment, Children’s Activities, Carnival, Miss River Raisin Pageant.
Parade, Car & Bike Show, Truck Pulls, Fireworks -
Bachmayer & Ellis Parks, Blissfield, MI -
August 2013
Let’s Go NASCAR Racing, in Lenawee County!
Michigan International Speedway
Dates: August 16-
MIS -
Tickets: 1-
September 2013
Family Fun & Art Festival!
7th Annual Art-
September 20-
Art, Music, Food & Lots of Free Family Fun!
Downtown Adrian (E/W Maumee St. & N/S Main St.)
Artist Info: Pi Benio, 517-
Food Vendors: Dave Thomas, 517-
General Info: Carol Souchock 517-
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Annual Fall Celebration!
Clinton Fall Festival
September 27-
Lots of vendors, food, car show, parade, arts & crafts,
raffles, silent auction, entertainment, book sale & more!
Downtown Clinton, MI
517-
October 2013
Fall Family Fun, in Tecumseh!
20th Annual Appleumpkin Festival & WestFest
October 12-
Festival Hours: Sat. 9-
The leaves are falling from the trees, the morning air has a certain crispness to it, this can only mean one thing, it’s time for the annual Appleumpkin Festival. Be sure to visit Kapnick Orchard’s Annual Apple Festival, too!
Downtown Tecumseh, MI
517-
Family Fun, at Kapnick Orchard!
35th Annual Apple Festival
October 12-
Take a drive to the apple orchard and enjoy fresh apples, cider and donuts. Wagon rides, a petting zoo, children’s talent show, and over 80 craft booths are just some of the highlights at the annual Apple Festival. Be sure to visit downtown Tecumseh for the Appleumpkin Festival, too!
Kapnick Orchard
4245 Rogers Highway, Britton, MI
517-
