Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce:
First UMC-Sturgis has the rich tradition of hosting the community’s Good Friday service. The Sturgis Ministerial Association welcomes everyone to the 12:15 p.m. remembrance of Christ’s crucifixion. Good Friday is Friday, April 19, and it is a recognition and remembrance of the day Christ died.

Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce:
An Easter Breakfast buffet will be available between 9 and 11. The breakfast is sponsored by the Mission Trip team. There will also be an Easter Egg Hunt for children at 10:45 am, after the first service. Children’s Church will be provided during each worship service. Easter Sunday’s (April 21) celebration of Christ’s resurrection, will include two services: contemporary at 9:30 am, featuring Reconciled; and traditional at 11:00 am, including Chancel Choir and organ music.

Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce:
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale •Wednesday, April 24th – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm •Thursday, April 25th – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm •Friday, April 26th – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Please bring in your oldies but goodies any time. You may leave them by the office or ask to put them in our special rummage sale room. Please volunteer to help with setup and sale! Sign up sheets will be available in the Messenger, bulletin and on the bulletin board.

Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce:
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale •Wednesday, April 24th – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm •Thursday, April 25th – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm •Friday, April 26th – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Please bring in your oldies but goodies any time. You may leave them by the office or ask to put them in our special rummage sale room. Please volunteer to help with setup and sale! Sign up sheets will be available in the Messenger, bulletin and on the bulletin board.

Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce:
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale •Wednesday, April 24th – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm •Thursday, April 25th – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm •Friday, April 26th – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Please bring in your oldies but goodies any time. You may leave them by the office or ask to put them in our special rummage sale room. Please volunteer to help with setup and sale! Sign up sheets will be available in the Messenger, bulletin and on the bulletin board.

Live music in participating downtown Businesses! Punch cards for prize drawings and Scavenger hunt cards for a special prize drawing at the DDA booth on Pleasant St. Also on Pleasant St. several food truck vendors along with Mary Poppins and a photo booth! And much more! 5:30-9:00pm.

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City Resident: $20/couple; Non-resident: $30/couple. Additional children $5 each. ($10 late fee added after 4/5/19) Sign up by April 5th, 2019 Early Bird Registration Guarantees a prize. Obstacle course, NERF games, pizza and much, much more!!! SPONSORS: BOWERSOX FLOOR CENTER, METALLOID CORPORATION, TUFFY AUTO SERVICES CENTER, ALLEY BOUNCE HOUSE, BOLAND’S BEST-ONE TIRE, INC., KROGERS, LITTLE CAESARS, MARTIN PRODUCTS COMPANY

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We're doing another Open Mic Night on April 26th, so start practicing your performance! Whether you are into poetry readings, magic tricks, song performances, comedy sketches, rapping, juggling or story telling - we'd love to see you share your talents with the community. Sign up online on our website, or message us here on Facebook to put your name on the list.

Performers age 14 -17 will take the stage in the lounge at 8pm for their max 5 minute acts**; age 18+ will perform their max 10 minute acts starting at 8:30pm. An amp & microphone available, if needed. FREE to perform and attend (donations are welcome). ** No profanity allowed during the 14-17yr time slot.

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Cost: Breakfast Buffet $10; Lunch Buffet $12; Brunch Buffet $14. Breakfast is served 10:30-1:30; Lunch is served 11:30-1:30; Brunch is served 11:30-1:30. Groups of 9 of more should call for reservations.

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Cost: Breakfast Buffet $10; Lunch Buffet $12; Brunch Buffet $14. Breakfast is served 10:30-1:30; Lunch is served 11:30-1:30; Brunch is served 11:30-1:30. Groups of 9 of more should call for reservations.

Sturgis Wind Symphony Presents Wagons & Cast Aways Adopt Sunday May 5th at 3:00pm Sturges-Young Auditorium

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Mallory was born into a musical family and has been singing essentially her entire life. She is 20 years old and is a sophomore at Hope College pursuing a degree in civil engineering. At Hope is also immersed in the music scene. She has performed several times at the Thursday night Coffee House. Her performance for "The Hope College Tiny Dorm Music Series" has experienced excellent viewership. She is currently the female lead vocalist in college’s Americana folk band ElkMob. She is also a guitar/vocalist the Hope College Worship Program. Mallory exudes a comfortable and earthy persona behind the microphone. She is inclined to interpret songs rather than merely reproduce them. Artists she finds inspiring include Seth Glier, The Lumineers, Mumford & Sons, Delta Rae (and her mother!)

2018-2019 Friday Night Live Series

Get ready for summer! Put on your fancy shorts and Hawaiian shirts and join us for an evening of loud music, crazy contests, dancing, and lots of FUN! All area 6th-8th graders are welcome. Glow necklaces and bracelets will be available for $1.

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Described by Rolling Stone as "pure Americana heart and soul", The Bastard Sons of Johnny Cash are the voice and vision of songwriter Mark Stuart. Since forming the band in 1995, he's performed with most every major artist in the Country and Americana music community. Stuart was personally given permission to use the band's name by Johnny Cash himself.

He was also honored by the Man in Black with an invitation to record songs at Cash's own home in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Two other iconic music legends, Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, were also early believers who were instrumental in helping Stuart get his start.

With the release of their critically acclaimed debut CD "Walk Alone" in 1999, the Bastard Sons quickly proved they were no novelty act. With strong songwriting and great musicianship, the Sons' quickly jumped to the forefront of the growing Alternative Country scene. No stranger to the road, their constant touring and hard work have built the band a loyal grass roots following both in the States and abroad.

Whether performing in front of thousands at a festival in the US or Europe, or playing all night in a Texas dance hall, for Stuart it’s all about respect. "The Bastard Sons never were, and never will be, a Johnny Cash tribute band." It's always been about honoring the musical ideals of our heroes, and paying respect to the originality, integrity, and independence that made those artists who they are. Our goal was always to find our own road, and to continue to keep the sounds and traditions of American Roots Music alive."

2018-2019 Friday Night Live Series

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Cost: Breakfast Buffet $10; Lunch Buffet $12; Brunch Buffet $14. Breakfast is served 10:30-1:30; Lunch is served 11:30-1:30; Brunch is served 11:30-1:30. Groups of 9 of more should call for reservations.

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Cost: Breakfast Buffet $10; Lunch Buffet $12; Brunch Buffet $14. Breakfast is served 10:30-1:30; Lunch is served 11:30-1:30; Brunch is served 11:30-1:30. Groups of 9 of more should call for reservations.

First annual Bourbon, Bacon, and Blues on North Street! Presented by the DDA, Sturgis247 and the Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce. Sample tastings of bourbon in a package($20) or singles ($5). Enjoy unique mixed bourbon drinks. Food vendors will be offering a variety of yummy bacon inspired items. Live musical performances by the Out of Favor Boys and local talent Double Standard. Get your tickets from the Chamber by calling (269) 651-5758 or stopping by at 306 W. Chicago Road or ordering online with our ticket link.

CONFIRMED DISTILLERIES: Hotel Tango Artisan Distillery, Honeoye Falls Distillery, Grand Traverse Distillery, Iron Fish Distillery.

In the first part of the 20th century the southwest quadrant of Sturgis, later known as Dog Town, was mostly farmland or open prairie (hence the name Prairie Street). The rest of Sturgis was already a bustling place, and by 1916 the downtown area had electric streetlights. Not so in Dog Town. Here the streets weren't paved until the 1950s, the homes had no running water, and many of the floors were dirt. It was a neighborhood of the working poor, where everyone worked together to have each other's backs. Children played outdoors year round and neighbors weren't shy about correcting another's child. The people there practiced the principle "it takes a neighborhood to raise a child." It was in this neighborhood, Dog Town, where fond memories developed. The uplifting documentary film Dog Town premieres Friday, May 31st, at 7 pm at the Sturges-Young Civic Center & Auditorium. Tickets are $10 are available now at the Depot Museum, Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce, York Mercantile, and Willer's Shoes.

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