Visitors Guide Accommodations

2019 Shiawassee County Visitors Guide Accommodations

Comstock Inn & The Pines Heb’s Inn Quality Inn Sunset Motel Conference Center Country Inn of Perry of Durand of Durand of Owosso 1730 E. M-21 2811 Lansing Rd., Durand Exit off I-69 9810 E. Lansing Rd., 300 E. Main St., Owosso, MI 48867 Perry, MI 48872 989-288-0638 Durand, MI 48429 Owosso, MI 48867 989-723-9000 517-625-7500 www.ChoiceHotels.com 989-288-6411 989-725-0999 www.thepinescountryinn.com www.sunsetdurand.com www.thecomstockinn.com 15 Rooms, Easy on, Easy off, 30 Clean and Newly Remodeled Air Conditioning, 47 Rooms, Jacuzzi Rooms, 10 Clean, Quiet Rooms, 64 Rooms, Jacuzzi Suites, Rooms Just Minutes Away from Phone & TV in Room, Indoor Pool/Hot Tub and Air Conditioning, Complete Banquet Facility, Dining, Shopping and Historic Pets Allowed, Exercise Room, Free Local Calls & Cable TV, Indoor Pool, Restaurant & Downtown Owosso, Free Movie Channel, Deluxe Breakfast, Parking at Your Door, Lounge, Meeting Rooms, Complimentary High Speed Wi-Fi, Flat Screen TV’s, Handicap Access, High Speed Internet/Wi-Fi, Refrigerator & Microwave, 42” Flat Screen HDTVs, Business Center, Meeting Rooms Next Door, Air Conditioning, Phone with High-Speed Internet/Wi-Fi, 24 Hour Coffee Station, Premium Cable, .3 Miles or Less to Shopping, Free Local Calls, Cable TV One Mile from Expressway, Complimentary Breakfast, Pillow Top Memory Foam Entertainment w/HBO & ESPN, Dining & Entertainment Handicap Access, Mattresses and Dining Handicap Accessible, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Fridge & Microwave, Walking Distance to Restaurants Memory Foam Mattresses and Complimentary In-Room Coffee Fridge/Microwave. Walking Distance to Local Attractions, Curwood Hoddy Bed & Breakfast Shopping, Entertainment and 508 W. Williams St., Owosso, MI 48867 the River Trail 989-494-8473 [email protected]

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On behalf of the Shiawassee County Convention and Visitors Bureau please accept our invitation to come and explore all that we have to offer. Accommodations 2 Charming and well-loved, encompassing small towns and villages, Shiawassee County has many treasures awaiting your discovery. Enjoy unique shopping and feel the excitement of our activities and Banquet & Meeting 4 festivals at our fairgrounds, parks and downtowns. Explore scenic biking and walking trails or just sit back Facilities and throw out a fishing line along the Shiawassee River. Partake in the multitude of arts and entertainment offerings at our Arts Center and outdoor summer concerts, or take in a play by the Owosso Community Group Tours 5 Players. Visit Curwood Castle, tour historic homes, and continue back in time as you visit museums and a historical village. Visit our historic Durand Depot and learn about our proud railroad heritage. Only in Area Attractions 6-7 Shiawassee County can you see a 220 ton steam locomotive brought back to life at the Steam Railroading Institute. Pause for a bite to eat at one of our many fine restaurants and when your day is complete, stay in Corunna Sesquicentennial 8 one of the comfortable accommodations found throughout the county. Festivals & Events 9 Whether you will be joining us for our proud heritage, fun festivals or events, small town values or business endeavors—one thing is for certain, you will be greeted and treated with genuine hospitality. So Much To Do 10-11

Enjoy your stay and come back soon! Dining Guide 12-13

Kimberly Springsdorf Calendar of Events 14-15 Executive Director, Shiawassee County Map 16 & 17 Shiawassee County Convention & Visitors Bureau [email protected] Golf Guide 20 Parks & Camping 21 Associate Investors 24

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The Shiawassee County Visitors Guide and Business Directory is a publication of the Shiawassee County Convention and Visitors Bureau (Kim Springsdorf). This organization has made every effort to ensure accuracy. Please report any changes to the SCCVB for inclusion in subsequent editions. The SCCVB has contributed the editorial content for this publication. This annual magazine is published by The Independent Newsgroup, 1907 W. M-21, Owosso, MI 48867, 989-723-1118, fax 989-725-1834, www.owossoindependent.com. All rights reserved. Reproduction available with publisher consent. The Independent will not be held accountable for any omissions or errors. Photos contributed by the Shiawassee County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce, Michael David-Lorne Jordan/David Lorne Photographic, Karen Mead-Elford, Michael Paine Photography, Matt Churcott, Matthew Malkiewicz and Scott Shields.

www.shiawassee.org 3 Banquet & Meeting Facilities For additional facilities and assistance in planning your event call the Shiawassee County Convention & Visitors Bureau at 989-723-1199.

COMSTOCK INN The Comstock Inn is the only full service hotel WROUGHT IRON GRILL The Wrought Iron Grill is the perfect place for all & CONFERENCE CENTER in Shiawassee County and they are committed 317 S. Elm Street, Owosso, MI 48867 of your banquet needs. Located in the historic 300 E. Main Street, Owosso, MI 48867 to customer satisfaction. Along with the 989-472-9025, www.wroughtirongrill.com Woodard Station, the Wrought Iron Grill is Mid- Michigan’s premier restaurant and banquet facility. 989-725-0999, www.thecomstockinn.com premier banquet facility, the Comstock offers 64 luxurious rooms, a first class restaurant The 110-year-old former furniture factory has an and a wonderful indoor swimming pool. The industrial feel with high ceilings, exposed duct Comstock Inn & Conference Center can work, and lots of windows to give you and your accommodate up to 400 guests and they offer guests a warm, inviting atmosphere. The Mayfield dining options as simple as hors d’oeuvres Room can accommodate up to 110 people and is to full course meals. The rooms can be perfect for weddings, corporate events, fundraisers separated to accommodate smaller events and birthday celebrations, to name a few. Our and gatherings as well. The Comstock Inn wine cellar themed Sierra Room is more intimate promises to do everything to make your next and can hold 23 people around a beautiful harvest event memorable and successful. table while lending itself to total privacy.

DURAND UNION STATION SHIAWASSEE Framed within the Shiawassee Arts Center and ARTS CENTER overlooking the beautiful Shiawassee River and 200 Railroad Street, Durand, MI 48429 This beautiful banquet facility is Curwood Castle, the River Gallery is a perfect location 206 Curwood Castle Drive, 989-288-3561, www.durandstation.org located on the top floor of the for your special events, fundraisers and private parties. historic Durand Union Station. Owosso, MI 48867 A truly unique venue, the River Gallery pairs an upscale This facility is ideal for business 989-723-8354 art gallery with more than 1,200 square feet of special- meetings, showers, reunions, shiawasseearts.org event space for meetings, lunches, dinners, parties, anniversaries, weddings and lectures, musical recitals, films and other functions. The receptions. There is a large River Gallery comfortably accommodates 75 persons catering kitchen and several ideal seated at round tables of eight, 125 seated theatre-style vignettes for photography or or 200 standing. A special feature of the gallery is a displays. The stations’ banquet second floor outdoor balcony, known as the Cottonwood room can seat up to 145. Terrace which holds 50 people seated. You may also expand these seating accommodations by utilizing a banquet tent on the SAC grounds.

ROMA’S BACKDOOR CAPITOL’S GRILLE & VENUE AT 219 200 E. Comstock, Owosso, MI 48867 219 S. Washington Street, Owosso, MI 48867 989-725-5767, romaspizza.com 989-725-7717, www.capitolbowl.net For a fun and exciting facility to hold your Roma’s is the perfect spot to next family or business event, come to accommodate your business meeting, Capitol’s Grille & VENUE AT 219. We reception, family gathering or classroom offer seating up to 250; choose us or needs. Our space can comfortably accommodate up to 45 people. Don’t your own caterer as your food provider. forget about our patio to hold your event View DVDs or presentations on our on a beautiful summer day or night. 8’x10’ big screen plus your favorite Call for details. sporting events on all TVs located throughout the facility. Bowling/arcade use may be added to enhance your rental experience for all guests!

DeVRIES NATURE Banquet facilities include 2 large rooms D’MAR BANQUET & CONSERVANCY (capacities: 30 and 15-25) with fireplaces, CONFERENCE CENTER full kitchen, wireless Internet, tables and At D’Mar Banquet & Conference Center, we 2635 N. M-52, Owosso, MI 48867 chairs. We also host wedding ceremonies 1488 North M-52, Owosso, MI 48867 uphold over 25 years of catering expertise and 989-723-3365, www.devriesnature.org and other gatherings: i.e., graduation www.Dmarbanquetcenter.com are the preferred caterer in Shiawassee County. open houses, reunions, family gatherings, We believe high quality, great taste and superior church and school picnics and more. The service comes from a well-trained, experienced outdoor possibilities are endless as we staff with a passion for details and a talent for are located on 136 acres of land along presentation. Our beautiful facility seats up to the beautiful Shiawassee River. Also 400 of your guests. It is perfect for weddings, located on our grounds is the Carriage and rehearsal dinners and corporate events. For Sleigh Museum, home of one of the finest further information, you may call 989-720-2003. collections of carriages, buggies, surreys, sleighs and cutters in the Midwest.

4 www.shiawassee.org Shiawassee County is the Perfect Destination for Group Tours! If you are looking for new attractions for your tour groups, Shiawassee County has much to offer! Centrally located in the heart of Michigan, traveling here is convenient and you will be amazed with all there is to do. We are proud to be home to the world famous Steam Engine Pere Marquette 1225, known all around the world as the ‘Real’ Polar Express. Other popular attractions include a Historic Village, Train Depot, Castle, Art Center, a Museum with the largest sleigh and carriage collection in the midwest, a historic Performing Arts Theater, historic homes and barns, unique downtowns and miles and miles of biking and walking trails. To learn more about the fantastic finds of Shiawassee County contact the Convention and Visitors Bureau at 989-723-1199 or www.shiawassee.org. All of our group tour services are complimentary! It’s Worth the Drive to Shiawassee County!!

• Livestock Shows • Country Music Artist - DeWayne Spaw • Free Entertainment Nightly • Construction Equipment • Commercial Vendors • Grandstand Excitement Rodeo • Livestock Auctions Friday & Saturday • Glassblowing • Carnival Rides Demonstrations • Superkicker Rodeo

www.shiawassee.org 5 Corunna Historical Village Durand Union Station Downtown Owosso Farmers Market

DeVries Nature Conservancy Attractions Carriage & Sleigh Museum 2635 N. M-52, Owosso Corunna Historical Village 989-723-3365 • www.devriesnature.org The DeVries Historic Carriage and Sleigh Museum boasts one of Located on Governor Parsons Lane, the finest collections of carriages, buggies, surreys, sleighs and inside Hugh McCurdy Park, Corunna cutters in the Midwest. The collection consists of over 27 vehicles. 989-743-3650 or 989-743-4995 • www.corunna-mi.gov Owosso’s manufacturing past is well represented by buggies and Imagine being able to go back in time to see what it was like sleighs built in the early 1900s by the Owosso Carriage & Sleigh 100 years ago. New elements being added at every opportunity, Company. Entrance to the museum is by appointment only. the replicated village features restored historical buildings of the To learn more about special events and educational opportunities, golden days of yesteryear during life before electricity, running visit their website. water, automobiles and the modern conveniences of today’s busy life. Open the afternoon of July 4th, the first two weekends in Durand Union Station & Michigan December and by appointment. Railroad History Museum Curwood Castle Park 200 Railroad Street, P.O. Box 106, Durand Curwood Castle Museum 989-288-3561 • www.durandstation.org The Durand Union Station recaptures the golden years of Curwood Castle Park railroading. The Michigan Railroad History Museum features 226 Curwood Castle Drive, Owosso photos, artifacts, displays and articles of Durand’s rich railroad – Writer, Conservationist, Visionary, James Oliver Curwood history. See displays from the Ann Arbor History Society and the Iconoclast, Imaginer and Movie Pioneer – created Curwood Grand Trunk Western Historical Society. For a firsthand look at Castle to serve as his writing and conservation studio. Curwood, railroading of yesterday, Durand Union Station is an interesting one of America’s foremost authors of adventure novels and an educational place to visit. The Depot has also gained prominence early advocate of environmental conservation, skillfully created a as one of the most photographed train stations in America. replica of a French Norman chateau on the banks of his beloved You may visit Durand Union Station on Tuesday-Thursday & Shiawassee River. At least 240 motion pictures have been based Sunday 1-5pm, Friday & Saturday 10am-5pm. on or directly inspired by his novels and short stories. Built between 1922 and 1923, Curwood Castle was used by Curwood until his death in 1927. Farmers Markets Curwood Castle is part of the Curwood Collection, managed by Shiawassee County boasts wonderful Farmers Markets that are the Owosso Historical Commission. The collection includes the a treat for the whole family. From May through October, markets Comstock Pioneer Cabin and the Woodard Paymaster Building, operate in Bennington (Monday), Durand (Wednesday), Vernon both located at Curwood Castle Park. Also part of the Curwood (Mondays), Downtown Owosso (Saturday), Curwood Castle Park Collection is the Amos Gould House, which houses the office of the (Thursdays, June & July). DeVries Nature Conservancy (varies) and Owosso Historical Commission as well as the Ivan Conger Archive Laingsburg (Wednesday afternoon). Hours of operation vary, see Room and the Curwood Collection Archives. calendar of events page for details. Curwood Castle is open to the public February through December, Tuesday through Sunday, 1-5pm; $5 admission and $2 children under 10. The Comstock Pioneer Cabin and the Woodard Paymaster Building are open to the public June 1 through September 29, Saturdays 1-5pm, Sundays 1-5pm, admission is free. The Amos Gould House is open to the public for tours by appointment only.

For more information on The Curwood Collection, DeVries Carriage & Sleigh Museum call 989-725-0597 or www.owossohistory.org. 6 www.shiawassee.org Owosso Community Players Curwood Castle Shiawassee Arts Center

Joseph H. Lebowsky Center Shiawassee Arts Center Home of the Owosso Community Players 206 Curwood Castle Drive, Owosso 122 E. Main Street, Owosso 989-723-8354 • shiawasseearts.org 989-723-4003 • https://owossoplayers.com Located next to the historic Curwood Castle overlooking the Dedicated to its mission to Educate, Entertain, and Enrich lives Shiawassee River, the Shiawassee Arts Center serves as a by providing a quality performing arts experience, the Owosso showcase for the work of area, statewide and national artists, Community Players produce 4 musicals, 2 plays, and a holiday including Owosso born and internationally famous Impressionist variety show each season. In addition, they host a variety of outside Artist Frederick Frieseke. It has nine galleries with featured exhibits, live performing artists to expand the cultural offerings of the greater a specialty gift shop and art classes for children and adults. Be sure Shiawassee region. OCP also provides performing arts education to visit the newly renovated Cottonwood Terrace and River Gallery. classes and workshops throughout the year. Visit their website to The Arts Center is available for meetings, private receptions learn more about their programming, how to get involved, rental and parties. Open 7 days a week, noon-5pm. No admission fee, opportunities, and much more. handicap accessible. Shiawassee County Owosso Community Airport Historical Museum 205 Airport Drive, Owosso 1997 N. M-52, Owosso • 989-723-2371 989-725-1969 This museum offers collections of written historical material and The Owosso Community Airport began in 1929 as a single grass artifacts relating to the history of the Shiawassee County area. strip with one hanger. Today it has three landing strips surrounded Open every Saturday and Sunday afternoon from mid-May through by spacious hangers and a community that has grown up around mid-September. Organizations, clubs, church groups, or classrooms it. Business people fly in, small jets and helicopters land and flying can schedule a tour of the Museum by contacting Charles Wascher schools train future pilots. Bring the family out to watch planes at 989-723-2371. come and go anytime. The airport is also home to Crosswinds Café and Skydive Owosso. The public is always welcome. Steam Railroading Institute (SRI) 405 S. Washington Street, Owosso Perry Historical Society Museum/ 989-725-9464 • www.michigansteamtrain.com Calkins-MacQueen House The Steam Railroading Institute is dedicated to educate the public 127 East First Street, Perry about steam era railroading in Michigan and the Great Lakes Region. 517-625-6155 This includes the preservation of the skills and technology for maintaining steam locomotives by operating steam era equipment This home museum depicts the history of Perry, Morrice and and providing the experience of steam locomotives in actual Shaftsburg area. Be sure to visit the exhibit of Mastodon bones operation. The Institute is home to the majestic Pere Marquette that were found in Perry Township back in 2001. #1225. The 1225 embodies the characteristics of the last and most Open Sunday 1-5pm, July-December powerful steam locomotives and is one of the last steam engines of this size still in operation. The SRI offers excursions throughout Shopping the year and the most popular of all exursions is the “North Pole When you’re on the hunt for gifts, apparel, or even pieces of art, Express” available during November and December. Shiawassee County possesses the nostalgia of historic downtowns and the convenience of national chain stores. When downtown, enjoy parking along the streets, and the friendly faces and helpful attitudes of storekeepers. You will be amazed at the variety of goods to be discovered within walking distance. Displays are well stocked with items that range from old-fashioned to modern, from bargain basement to upscale chic.

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www.shiawassee.org 7 Corunna, Michigan 150th Year Celebration Great things are happening in Shiawassee County including the 150th Sesquicentennial celebration happening all year long in Corunna.

Tuesday Evenings (May-August) Food Truck Throw Down July 4th Celebration • September 2 - Labor Day Bridge Walk with Pancake Breakfast October 31 - Trunk or Treat & Community Halloween Party • December 6 - Parade of Lights December 6-8 and 12-14 - Festival of Trees and Christmas at the Historic Village

Come Join us in the Celebration!

8 Visit corunna-mi.gov for a Complete Event List. Festivals & Events Artwalk Owosso Lennon Lions Homecoming Downtown Owosso • 989-723-1199 The annual Homecoming event is held the On the second Saturday of September, visit second weekend in July (Fri.-Sat.) at Lennon downtown Owosso for a celebration of art, Lions Park. Festivities begin with a parade at music, food, photography, sculpture, literature, 11 am on Saturday, followed by an antique craft and community. Visit Artwalk Owosso on tractor pull and family fun activities. Facebook. Castle Market Festival Christmas at the Depot This community festival – held on Thursday evenings, is located Moonlight Market 200 Railroad Street, Durand on the grounds of Curwood Castle Park 989-288-3561 • www.durandstation.org and across the river from the Mitchell The holidays are magical at Durand Union Amphitheater. Each Thursday, the Station beginning the day after Thanksgiving festival will include live music, fresh produce, with Santa at the Depot. The entire depot is food, artisans, children’s arts and crafts, beautifully decorated with over 30 individual three museums and much more! Christmas trees and is the perfect place for June 13, 20 & 27 and July 11, 18 & 25 unique photographs. Holiday rental packages 5:00 pm-9:00 pm are available. Moonlight Market – Corunna 4th of July Celebration Under the Stars! Oktoberfest 989-743-3650 • www.corunna-mi.gov This event, on the grounds of Join us in celebrating Independence Day the old- Curwood Castle Park, is the grand finale of fashioned way. Always held on July 4th, the Castle Market. Fun for the entire family the all-day festivities include a parade, picnics includes a petting zoo, exotic dancers, in McCurdy Park, live entertainment, petting musicians, food trucks, arts and crafts, zoo, tours of the Corunna Historical Village, wandering street performers, and ends classic cars—car show and more. with a luminary parade and fire show! August 1, 5-10 pm For more information call 989-413-3728. Curwood Festival 212 S. Washington Street • Owosso North Pole Express 989-723-2161 • www.curwoodfestival.com Steam Railroading Institute The 42nd annual Curwood Festival will be held 989-725-9464 • www.michigansteamtrain.com the first full weekend in June (Thurs.-Sun.) in The “North Pole Express” is an extraordinary Downtown Owosso in honor of our own author holiday experience for the entire family. and conservationist, James Oliver Curwood. Join us for an excursion behind the world The four-day fun filled family event will include famous Pere Marquette #1225 steam engine, two parades, a carnival, an entertainment tent, Passengers begin their magical journey at the children’s events, canoe and raft races, wine Steam Railroading Institute and travel to and beer tasting, 5K & 10K run, arts & crafts, an old-fashioned Christmas Village. pancake breakfast, talent show and much more. Christmas excursions available in Nov. & Dec.

Oktoberfest in Owosso Durand Railroad Days North Pole Express 989-288-3715 • www.durandrailroaddays.com Downtown – October 11-12, 2019 Festivities will be held the third weekend in May www.facebook.com/oktoberfestinowosso PerryFest (Thurs.-Sun.). The event includes a parade, www.oktoberfestinowosso.org 517-625-6155 • www.perry.mi.us a wine and beer tasting tent, carnival rides, Oktoberfest in Owosso is held annually on the The 16th annual PerryFest will be held children’s activity tent, chainsaw wood carver, second weekend in October and celebrates September 21, 2019 in Downtown Perry. Art Walk, vendors and various old-fashioned the spirit of friendship and honors Shiawassee The family fun festival includes a 5K Rambler hometown fun. County’s heritage and agricultural traditions. Run, classic car show, motorcycle show, Located at the corner of Exchange and Water silent auction, parade, flea market/craft show, Streets in Downtown Owosso. The 2019 event live entertainment, fireworks, various fun Laingsburg Lions will feature polka dancing, German and competitions and more. Springtime Festival Polish style music, authentic food and 517-675-5552 German beer! Prost! Shiawassee County Fair The Laingsburg Lions Springtime Festival was 2900 E. Hibbard Rd., Corunna • 989-743-3611 established over 25 years ago and is held Owosso Bike Fest www.shiawasseecountyfair.com the third weekend in May (Thurs.-Sun.). The On Sunday, August 11th, join bike enthusiasts The annual Shiawassee County Fair will run festival includes amusement rides and midway, from all over for the 15th Annual Owosso Bike August 4-10, 2019. The fairgrounds will be alive craft show, parade, basketball shootout, Festival featuring riders with antique and classic with 4-H and FFA youth projects, agricultural chicken BBQ and much more. bicycles. Enjoy a day of riding, swap meet, poker and commercial displays, amusement rides run, bike games, music and fun. For information and daily entertainment. There is something A complete calendar of events can be on the classic bike show and ride, contact The for everyone to enjoy! found on pages 14 & 15 House of Wheels at 989-725-8373. www.shiawassee.org 9 So Much To Do In The Shiawassee River Shiawassee County is named for its principal river The Shiawassee. The river is about 110 miles long. It is one of the best examples of a warm-water river system in its eco-region. Its waters support over 61 species of fish and 14 species of freshwater mussel, including some rare and endangered species. We encourage you to spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the many features the Shiawassee River has to offer.

Canoeing and Kayaking Fishing & Wildlife The Shiawassee River Valley is a Be ready to reel in some nice size country scenic setting—the river is a fish in our relatively shallow river. The Class 1 stream for beginners and rises Shiawassee is a favorite of fly fishers to intermediate during higher flows. It catching smallmouth bass. Other traverses through many scenic landscapes, varieties that may be hooked include: historic communities and many county walleye, carp, suckers, rock bass, and municipal parks. The Friends of the pike and blue gill. It is not uncommon Shiawassee River have recently completed to see raccoons, beaver, great five new canoe launches between Geeck blue heron, white-tailed deer, and Road County Park and Henderson Road Kingfisher. Be sure to keep your eye County Park. For a complete river guide out for Bald Eagles as well. visit www.shiawasseeriver.org.

James S. Miner River Walk Bike Shiawassee County Nestled along the river is a five mile River Walk, beginning in Biking at every level is a favorite pastime in Shiawassee County. Corunna’s McCurdy Park and ending in Owosso’s Harmon- With biking trails and miles and miles of back roads, your biking Partridge Park. It winds and curves along the river and is literally options are limitless. Along with the leisurely bike ride, Shiawassee a sightseeing splendor passing by dozens of the areas best County is proud to have several organized rides on a weekly basis, attractions. The new Sam & Opal Voight walkway also wraps along spring through fall. Shiawassee County is proud to announce the both the north and south sides of the river, adding another mile to completion of The Fred Meijer Clinton-Ionia-Shiawassee Trail, walk, bike or run. a 42 mile addition that will take you all the way from Owosso to Ionia. Visit them on Facebook. DeVries Nature Conservancy Skydive OWOSSO 2635 N. M-52, Owosso, MI 48867 www.devriesnature.org • 989-723-3365 989-272-3235, 205 Airport Dr., Owosso A must see for nature enthusiasts. Four plus miles of trails [email protected] take visitors through 136 acres of farmland, forest, prairie, Skydive OWOSSO specializes in making your first jump a reality. and the floodplain along the beautiful Shiawassee River. Visit Skydive OWOSSO is a United States Parachute Association group, the Conservancy year-round, dawn til dusk. DNC is a great and we pledge to put safety first. We are Tandem skydiving experts. place to hike, walk the dog, cross country ski, snowshoe, learn Tandem skydiving allows for the fast and safest way to make your first more about Michigan’s natural history, or find a quiet place to jump. We offer 3 different first jump options! Skydive OWOSSO can commune with nature. accommodate adrenaline seeking adventurers and those economical enthusiasts that are on a budget.

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Wildlife James S. Miner River Walk Shiawassee County Fairgrounds Bowling If it is bowling you are looking for, Shiawassee County has it! The Capitol Bowl in Owosso 989-725-7717 www.capitolbowl.net, Riverbend Bowl & Lounge in Corunna 989-743-5870. Also at Capitol Bowl enjoy their indoor 18 Hole Miniature Golf Course (May-August) and full arcade.

Rollhaven Skate & Fun Center is The Don & Metta Mitchell Amphitheater located in Owosso. If you’re looking for fun, you’ve come to a beautiful outdoor setting along the river across from the Curwood the right place! You will find skating, arcade games, birthday Castle, is home to concerts and events all summer long. Summerfest parties, snack bar and so much more. Visit www.rollhaven.com includes a variety of music styles including R&B, country, rock, big band, or call 989-725-9850. and folk held on Thursday evenings. There are concerts for everyone to enjoy. See page 15 for details or visit www.owossoamphitheater.org.

The Owosso Speedway is fun for the whole family. Shiawassee Arts Center The 3/8 mile high-banked paved, oval track is located just west of 206 Curwood Castle Drive, Owosso • 989-723-8354 Owosso on M-21. For more details visit www.owossospeedway.com or The Shiawassee Arts Center offers multi-media art call 517-204-6694. classes for all ages and levels of learning. They promote opportunities to explore and experience new ideas Geo-Caching is a real world outdoor hunting game and it is huge and techniques with a variety of artist instructors. It’s exhilarating to discover something new or revive your in Shiawassee County. Players try to locate hidden containers, called creativity. The Arts Center is proud to open the doors to geocaches, using GPS-enabled devices and then share their experiences provide a feast of inspiration and arts education, creating online. You can travel to just about every corner of the county and find memories that will last a lifetime. a “cache.” People from all across the USA have made their way to Shiawassee County in search of these “treasures.” www.geocaching.com. Shiawassee County Fairgrounds Historic Walking Tour of Owosso Take a step back in time and sample some of Owosso’s historical and architectural 2900 E. Hibbard Road, Corunna treasures. This Mid-Michigan city, located between Flint and Lansing www.shiawasseecountyfair.com • 989-743-3611 has one of the most outstanding concentrations of nineteenth century So much more than a fairground!! Beginning in April and residences in the state and visitors to Owosso will be astonished and going through October, the Shiawassee County Fairgrounds charmed by the beauty of its older homes. A complete walking brochure is packed with excitement every weekend. Horse shows, is available – at Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce – dog shows, rabbit shows, piglet and calf sales and even a 989-723-5149 or online at www.owossohistory.org. For additional circus are only a few events that happen all summer long; details on the history of Owosso, the Curwood Castle – Writing and other events are welcomed. Be sure not to miss the annual Conservation Studio Museum or The Curwood Collection, please Shiawassee County Fair August 4-10, 2019. contact the Owosso Historical Commission at 989-725-2155 or www.historicowosso.org. Fortitude Outdoor Fitness & Venue A membership based location that provides groomed trails for walking/running, outdoor fitness classes, 5K events and more. Fortitude Training Course will challenge your mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger or temptation courageously. Owner: Alec Faber, Fitness Coliseum • FortitudeOutdoorFitness.com, 989-251-8195, 4377 S. M-52, Owosso.

www.shiawassee.org 11 TANGLEWOOD RESTAURANT The Tanglewood Restaurant & Lounge is located WROUGHT IRON GRILL (WIG) in The Comstock Inn & Conference Center. & LOUNGE 317 S. Elm St., Ste 201, Downtown Owosso Shiawassee County’s only American style The Tanglewood is committed to bringing our bistro proudly emphasizes the use of local, 300 E. Main St., Downtown Owosso guests the highest quality food and beverages 989-472-9025 www.wroughtirongrill.com 989-720-3400 regional organic and natural food from in a casual and fine dining atmosphere. We area producers and the largest selection www.tanglewoodatcomstock.com proudly offer a diverse menu that features many of Michigan microbrews in the area. fresh and skillfully prepared seafood dishes as Enjoy daily specials and don’t miss well as a classic American menu. Our lounge the WIG’s weekly special events. For area features several big screen HDTV’s and exceptional fine dining in a relaxing full service bar. With live entertainment every atmosphere, it is worth the drive to the Friday and Saturday from 8pm-midnight, and Wrought Iron Grill. Banquet facilities and Chef’s Specials every Thursday - Saturday, catering are also available. The Tanglewood Restaurant & Lounge has something for everyone.

LULA’S LOUISIANA COOKHOUSE/ VAL’S PIZZA LILY PEARL’S LOUNGE 620 S. Washington St., Owosso 113 S. Washington St., Downtown Owosso 989-729-8257 • www.valspizzaowosso.com 989-720-LULA (5852) www.lulascookhouse.com “Voted Michigan’s Best Fried Chicken” by MLive! Val’s is a local, family owned business in Owosso. We make our pizza dough and sauce Lulas’ Louisiana Cookhouse serving Creole and Louisiana in house. Our hand tossed pizzas are baked inspired cuisine in an upbeat, lively atmosphere. You’ll find in a stone oven. We also have subs, burgers, features from the cultures that come together to form the nachos, tacos, salads, chicken wings and melting pot that is New Orleans, including French, Spanish, more! Italian, Greek, African and many others. Everything is made from scratch….Everything!

O-TOWN CAFÉ CUPCAKES AND KISSES 101 N. Washington St., Downtown Owosso 210 S. Washington St., Downtown Owosso 989-720-8696 989-720-4149 • Cupcakesandkisses19.com Otowncafe.com Come taste why we are where the locals eat. Cupcakes and Kisses is a family-owned business in downtown With locally roasted coffee and Cane Sugar Sodas Owosso. It is an authentic and charming bake shop specializing from Stubborn. We do things different. We offer in cupcakes made from scratch with only the finest ingredients. sandwiches, salads, crepes and omelets just to The kind that your grandmother made using real butter, cream, mention a few things. One of our most popular sugar, eggs, and natural flavorings. Cupcakes and Kisses also sandwiches is our Super Logan with ham, cream offers a variety of other home baked desserts such as carrot cheese, bacon, pickle and cheddar. Pictured is some cake with genuine cream cheese frosting, German chocolate of our famous Mac N cheese and Buffalo Chicken cake, cheesecakes, pies, cinnamon rolls, cookies, fresh baked Mac N Cheese. Don’t forget to taste some of our granola, and so much more! We even serve hand dipped hashbrown casserole, nicknamed “Crack Potatoes.” Hudsonville ice cream! Visit ”Cupcakes and Kisses” on Facebook!

BAR & GRILLS Korner Pub Foster Coffee Tim Hortons The Rancho Grande Applebee’s Neighborhood 1017 W. Main St., Owosso 115 S. Washington, Owosso 323 W. Main St., Owosso 200 W. Main St., Durand Bar & Grill 989-723-9843 989-720-3459 989-723-7384 989-288-2387 2437 E. Main St., Corunna 989-720-2727 Midway Tavern Guido’s Coffee Lounge Tropical Smoothie Café Sosumi Sushi 11935 E. Lennon Rd., Lennon 317 S. Elm, Owosso 1561 E. M-21, Owosso 110 E. Exchange St., Owosso Boondocks Saloon & Grill 810-621-9925 989-720-0544 989-494-0090 989-723-6188 104 E. Grand River Rd., Laingsburg Nick’s Hometown Grill Jimmy John’s ETHNIC DINING Qdoba Mexican Eats 517-919-6099 102 N. Saginaw St., Durand 1018 E. Main St., Owosso China House 910 E. Main, Owosso 989-472-3990 Café Sports 989-288-6400 989-725-7200 8781 E. Monroe Rd., Durand 989-288-2888 710 N. Main St., Perry Rivals Taphouse & Grille Lakeside Garden Gifts & Floral FAMILY DINING 517-625-6060 B J’s Fine Foods 2500 M-21, Corunna 750 E. Grand River Rd., Laingsburg China Garden Capitol Bowl/Venue at 219 989-720-3030 517-651-6223 3060 W. Britton, Perry 1900 E. Main St., Owosso 219 S. Washington St., Owosso 517-625-6888 989-729-6263 Twilliger’s Tavern Stomping Grounds 989-725-7717 200 N. Saginaw St., Durand El Potrero Big Boy Restaurant capitolbowl.net 116 E. Grand River, Laingsburg 517-651-9911 989-541-1045 1706 W. Main St., Owosso 1709 E. M-21, Owosso Charlie’s Bar & Grill 989-720-8226 989-723-1463 Subway 136 N. Main St., Perry DELI-CAFÉ & 3034 W. Lansing Rd., Perry Fortune House Restaurant Bob Evans 517-625-3323 COFFEE SHOPS Apple Tree Lane 517-625-1145 212 W. Main St., Owosso 1250 E. Main St., Owosso Dedic’s Bar & Grill 8555 E. Monroe Rd., Durand 989-723-5673 989-723-9770 207 N. Washington St., Owosso 989-288-5005 5997 N. M-52, Owosso 989-729-2253 989-725-5004 750 E. Grand River, Laingsburg Jade Buffet Cozy Kitchen Biggby Coffee 517-651-7373 120 S. Washington St., Owosso 328 N. Shiawassee, Corunna D-Railed Bar & Grill 1361 E. Main St., Owosso 1361 E. M-21, Owosso 989-723-9898 989-743-1380 111 N. Saginaw St., Durand 989-720-2442 989-723-7827 989-288-9910 1621 E. M-21, Owosso Los Tres Amigos Diane’s Country Kitchen Itsa Deli Thing 1631 E. Main St., Owosso Iron Horse Pub 989-729-7901 329 N. Main St., Morrice 202 W. Main St., Owosso 1119 W. M-21, Owosso 989-723-6600 517-625-4404 104 N. Saginaw, Durand 989-725-5511 989-723-2319 989-288-2537 12 www.shiawassee.org KORNER PUB Come in and enjoy our “Kreative Pub CAPITOL’S GRILLE Dine in for lunch, dinner, late night or snack 1017 W. Main St., Downtown Owosso Style Food” along with a craft beer, wine 219 S. Washington St. while participating in our Family Friendly 989-723-9843 - Westown Owosso or fine spirit. We have everything from our (inside Capitol Bowl), Downtown Owosso events, watching sports on our 8x10 ft. big KP Kreative Burgers (all freshly ground) 989-725-7717 www.capitolbowl.net screen, bowling/arcade. Play Family Game including our Special Double Bacon Nights, Trivia, Cornhole! Adult music & Cheeseburger, Wisconsin Brats, comedy events offered, too. Try our unique hand tossed pizza and healthy choice grilled cheeses, grilled & fried items, including salads. Live music is a constant on the our super Angus pub burgers and wings, weekends and our patio is the best place in subs, salads, Mexican fare and more. Our town to relax and listen to local live music. kitchen staff is always trying something new! We have lunch specials everyday starting Homemade pizza & specialty breads are at an inexpensive, but not cheap $2.50! hand-tossed and cooked in a brick oven with Get here! 100% real cheese!

HARDEE’S-RED BURRITO BEA’S BAKERY Voted Best Donuts! 534 E. Main St., Downtown Owosso Newly remodeled, Michigan’s only At Bea’s Bakery, the bakers are up bright HARDEE’S/RED BURRITO features 309 N. Washington St., 989-725-2616 Downtown Owosso • 989-720-2254 and early baking scones, muffins, cookies, Breakfast, Burgers, Burrito’s and more. doughnuts, cupcakes and breads every day. Whether it’s made from scratch Buttermilk They use only the best recipes from a variety Biscuits, an Angus Beef Charbroiled Monster of sources, old-time favorites that have been Burger, Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders around for years as well as family favorites. or something from our Red Burrito menu, Hardee’s and the Red Burrito has something Everything at Bea’s is made from scratch for every appetite. Don’t forget to try a hand and is sure to please your sweet tooth. scooped shake or malt or some of our French Bea’s is conveniently located in Fries, voted BEST in Shiawassee County! Downtown Owosso next to the post office. Open Tues.-Fri. 6am-2pm, Sat. 6am-Noon.

ABIDING IN THE VINE Linens and china place settings adorn our ROMA’S BACKDOOR Victorian era décor tea room. We proudly 200 E. Comstock St., Come check out Roma’s new look! Our beautiful, 115 E. Main St., Downtown Owosso use only the finest ingredients, combine them Downtown Owosso • 989-725-5767 newly renovated bar includes a huge selection of 989-723-5746 Abidinginthevine1.com with a little family tradition and love to provide you with amazing home cooked meals and craft beer, creative drinks and an expanded wine delicious tea. Choose from a nice selection of list. Walk over to the movie theater or Owosso the finest teas from Metropolitan Tea Company Community Players venue - The Lebowsky (which is served in your own teapot). There Center. Stop in before or after riding on the 1225 is something for everyone on our delicious Steam Train. In the summer, our patio is always menu, and The Vine offers amazing weekly a place to relax and hear the birds sing or be specials. The Vine was voted Best Tea Room entertained by some local, live music. Our service in Michigan by TeaMap.com and is the perfect will definitely wow you. See ya soon!!! place to hold your special event. Open Mon.-Sat. 10am-4pm. Eat, Drink & Be Merry Get Your Tastebuds Ready for a True Culinary Feast! Indulge New Port Family Restaurant Brent’s Pizza Jet’s Pizza Mancino’s Pizza & Grinders 100 E. Main St., Vernon 2165 E. M-21, Owosso 123 N. Main St., Perry 1669 E. Main St., Owosso 1501 E. Main St., Owosso 989-288-4800 989-725-3193 517-625-4115 989-723-4100 989-725-9999 PaPa Joe’s Lil’ Vinni’s Pizzeria & Deli Gracie’s Country Inn South 401 Restaurant Chip’s Place & More 115 N. Saginaw, Durand 444 E. McNeil St., Corunna 9483 E. Genesee, New Lothrop & Dessert Shop 715 N. Chipman, Owosso 989-288-3371 810-638-5731 211 N. Shiawassee St., Corunna 989-725-6868 989-743-4762 989-743-9270 Little Caesar’s Pizza PDP’s Pizzeria Greg & Lou’s Family Restaurant Domino’s Pizza 803 N. Saginaw St., Durand 110 Railroad St., Laingsburg 1460 N. M-52, Owosso Tammy’s Bakery & Cafe 616 W. Main St., Owosso 989-288-4334 517-651-2199 989-725-9601 232 E. Grand River, Laingsburg 989-725-5000 2410 E. M-21, Corunna Railway Pizza 517-651-1989 989-723-8155 Lennon Café Hungry Howie’s Pizza 400 E. Main St., Owosso 216 W. Main St., Durand 12300 Lennon Rd., Lennon PIZZA 8769 E. Monroe Rd., Durand 989-723-4444 989-932-0259 810-621-9494 Beno’s Pizza & More 989-288-2323 3058 W. Britton Rd., Perry Main Street Pizza Val’s Pizzeria 6007 W. M-21, Owosso Johnny V’s Smokehouse 517-625-5555 229 N. Shiawassee St., Corunna 620 S. Washington St., Owosso 989-725-2550 446 E. McNeil St., Corunna 989-743-3170 989-729-8257 989-720-1227

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13 7 State Rd. • Free WiFi Downtown Owosso • Electrical Outlets • GPS Systems Owosso Durand Rd. • DVD Monitors with PA Systems 15 C M-21 M-21 5 F For more information call 800-292-3831 or 4 989-725-5105 or visit www.indiantrails.com. Lodging Lennon Airport Corunna Shiawassee Area Transportation Agency Fishing I-69 Shiawassee County is centrally located in the heart of SATA currently provides more than 3 Mid-Michigan. The county has an interstate highway with 105,000 passenger trips per year for close proximity to several others, miles of railroads, and Bike Trail residents of Shiawassee County. is within a 45-minute drive of three commercial airports. SATA will pick you up and take you

Scenic Drive Major 2 or 4 Lane Highways Linking the Areas where you need to go within Shiawassee County. Whether you are 5 years old or 55 or 95, Vernon B Interstate - I-69 Canoe Lansing Rd. D State - M-13, M-21, M-52, M-71 SATA will get you there, all for much less than you would expect Newburg Rd. to pay, sometimes for as little as $1.50. SATA operates Hospital Distance in Miles to the Five Nearest Monday through Friday on a reservation-basis only. Call 989-729-2687 or toll-free 877-667-7100 Police 1 Metro Area Airports Miles Grand River Rd. Durand MBS International (Saginaw) 40 between 7am and 6pm to speak to a dispatcher. Bishop International (Flint) 15 Senior & disabled citizens should call the Transportation Capital International (Lansing) 20 Solutions division for information about travel outside of Gerald R. Ford International (Grand Rapids) 90 the county or after hours at 989-725-9303. Laingsburg Metro International (Detroit) 80

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Voted BEST Bowling Lanes • Pro Shop Oriental Arcade • Bar & Grill Food Summer Putt Putt Golf • Cornhole Great Fun For Families & Groups! BEER • WINE • COCKTAILS Homemade Brick Oven Pizza Burgers & More Salads & Subs Too! #1 Tea Room in Dine In/Carryout State of Michigan Great Food Lunch-Dinner-Late Schedule special occasions, Family Friendly & Adult Chinese, Japanese, Thai Events - Game Show Fun, lunch or dinner with our & American Cuisine Trivia, Comedy, Bands linen & China place settings Hours: Mon.-Thur. 11am-9pm, Fri. & Sat. 11am-10pm Stop By & Visit Today! 219 W. Washington St., Downtown Owosso Mon. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Lunch Buffet 212 W. MAIN ST., OWOSSO Monday-Friday 989-723-5746 989-723-5673 989-725-7717 • www.capitolbowl.net 11a-2p www.fortunehouseowosso.com Home of MI Women’s 600 Club Tourney (Oct/Nov) 115 E. Main St., Owosso

18 www.shiawassee.org Festivals & Events Shiawassee Arts Center

You are invited to visit Owosso; stroll along the inspiring Shiawassee River, visit our historic attractions and shop our lovely Downtown. Seventeen blocks of Downtown Owosso are part of the National Register of Historic Places. These blocks contain historic businesses, residences, churches and other interesting sites. Owosso’s friendly merchants welcome visitors from all over the state and beyond. Owosso is a nicely landscaped community – offering parks, fine food, festivals, culture and warm, inviting people.

Skerbeck Family Carnival Kids Parade—Friday Evening Bloody Mary Bar

oodFestival Heritage Parade—Saturday Arts & Crafts

❁ Donuts ❁ Cupcakes Carpetbaggers Row Flea ❁ Cookies ❁ Cakes Market ❁ Bread ❁ Pies Lego Display from MICHLUG 309 N. Washington St., Owosso Children’s Events—Sunday ❁ ❁ Facebook.com/Curw 989 720 2254 Children’s Bake Off Contest Children’s Tractor Pedal Pulls Talent Competition

estival.com Wine Tasting Event

odf 5K & 10K Walk/Run wo Yes! Live Entertainment .cur The Duck Race Raffle is back! Curwood Castle Tours www And So Much More! Mens & Womens Name Brand Footwear

119 N. Washington, Owosso • 989-725-8450 Curwood Festival Office | 212 S. Washington St. | Owosso, MI 48867 WWW.NORMHENRYSHOES.COM

www.shiawassee.org 19 Golf Guide

Experience the well-maintained fairways and greens plus pro-shops geared to the novice and the pro-golfer. Banquet and meeting facilities are available for every occasion.

Corunna Hills Golf Course Willowbrook Golf Course S. Legion Road, Corunna • 989-743-4693 311 W. Maple Avenue, Byron 810-266-4660 Glenbrier Golf Course www.willowbrookgolf.net & Driving Range 4178 W. Locke Road, Perry Pine Hills Golf Course 517-625-3800 • www.glenbrier.com 6603 S. Woodbury Rd., Laingsburg 517-651-9700 Owosso Country Club 4200 N. Chipman Road, Owosso Dutch Hollow Golf Club 989-723-1470 8500 Lansing Road, Durand www.owossocountryclub.com 989-288-3960

Holiday Meadows Golf Course 10611 E. Goodall Road, Durand 810-621-5454

111 E. Main St., Owosso 989-725-1110

650 Purdy Lane, Morrice Some Restrictions 517-625-4488 Apply

Coldwell Banker Professionals has been serving the communities of the Greater Shiawassee County area with all their real estate needs for more than 25 years! coldwellbankerprofessionals.net Public Transportation Agency for Shiawassee County 989-729-2687 • Toll Free 1-877-667-7100 URGENT CARE Call to schedule appointment today! 989-723-8666 200 Health Park Dr., Owosso owossomedicalgroup.com Walk-In Care Center Open Daily 9am-7pm NOW Accepting 1054 E. Main • Owosso • 723-8682 New Patients Accountability • Affordability • Availablility

20 www.shiawassee.org McCurdy Park Henderson Park Campgrounds-R-Us Parks and Recreation Whether it’s relaxing after a picnic or playing a competitive game of basketball….you’ll be sure to find your preference at one of several Shiawassee area parks. The county and municipally maintained park system has just the right setting for your next outdoor gathering, with several being equipped with grills, restroom facilities, improved pathways, playground equipment and sport fields. For more information on how you and your family can enjoy a local park call the CVB at 989-723-1199 or use the chart for a direct park contact. The closest State Park is Camping in Shiawassee County rai l rai l Sleepy Hollow State Park, T Area Enjoy the beauty of nature as you camp at any of T ater ennis ishing Grills 7835 E. Price Rd., Laingsburg, MI Toile t T W the campgrounds of Shiawassee County. Soccer F Bike Basketbal l Swimming vilion/Shelter Playground Ice Skatin g Hiking Picnic

517-651-6217 Ball Diamond Canoe Launch Roller Hockey

Pa Shiawassee County Fairgrounds Specializing in Group Camping and Camper Rallies Bates Scout Park, City of Laingsburg 517-651-5374 •• •• Bennett Field, City of Owosso 989-725-0599 •• • 2900 E. Hibbard Road Bentley Park, City of Owosso 989-725-0599 •••• •• • Corunna, MI 48817 Collamer/Hopkins Lake Park, City of Owosso 989-725-0599 •••••••• 989-743-3611 Curwood Castle Park, City of Owosso 989-725-0599 • • • • www.shiawasseecountyfair.com Davis Road Park, Vernon Township 989-743-2220 Fayette Square, City of Owosso 989-725-0599 Campgrounds-R-Us 1255 S. Ruess Road Geeck Road Park, Shiawassee Township 989-743-2220 •• Owosso Grove-Holman Park, City of Owosso 989-725-0599 •• •• •• Harmon-Patridge Park, City of Owosso 989-725-0599 • • • • • 989-721-9120 Henderson Park, Henderson 989-743-2220 ••••••••••• Holiday Shores John Goebel Park, Caledonia Township 989-743-2220 •• •• 10915 E. Goodall Road Jubilee Park, City of Perry 517-625-6155 ••••••• Durand, MI 48429 Kerby Park, Caledonia Township 989-743-2220 •••• •• 810-621-4440 Lions Club Park, Village of Bancroft 989-634-5375 • • • • • • • • McCurdy Park, City of Corunna 989-743-3650 •••••••••• • Myers Lake Campground Memorial (Adams) Park, City of Owosso 989-725-0599 •• 10575 Silver Lake Road Optimist Park, City of Durand 989-288-3113 ••••• ••••••• Byron, MI 48418 Pine Grove Park, New Haven Township 989-743-2220 •••••• 810-266-4511 Sesquicentennial Park, Byron 810-266-4795 •••••••• www.myerslake.org Shiatown Dam Park, Shiawassee Township 989-743-2220 ••••••• •••• Trumble Park, City of Durand 989-288-3113 •••••••• Walnut Hills Family Camp Ground LLC Vernon Village Park, Vernon 989-288-2300 • • • • • 7685 E. Lehring Road Durand, MI 48429 The Owosso Bark Park is a great place to bring your dogs to play and socialize. 989-634-9782 The park is located in Collamer Park next to Hopkins Lake on South M-52. www.michigancampgrounds.com Open dawn til dusk. Visit them on Facebook. Let the old times roll

405 S. Washington St., Owosso See for yourself in downtown Owosso 989-725-9464 • MichiganSteamTrain.com

www.shiawassee.org 21 EDUCATION In Shiawassee County

Academics • Technology • Fine Arts • Trades • Athletics • More

erry Public Schools Awards VOTED BEST OF THE BEST Won By Proud to serve our eight school districts IN SHIAWASSEE COUNTY Byron Area Schools • Corunna Public Schools BEST SCHOOLS Durand Area Schools • Laingsburg Community Schools 2015-2018 Elementary, Morrice Area Schools • New Lothrop Area Public Schools Middle & High School High & Middle Owosso Public Schools • Perry Public Schools 2009 & 2012-2014 Elementary School Band Our mission is to provide knowledge driven, research based, direct and collaborative services that support and guide quality learning, innovation and diversity. MOST IMPROVED FFA 2018 in ﬁ scal wellness - 1025 N. Shiawassee, Corunna, MI 48817 Munetrix High & Middle 989-743-3471 • www.sresd.org School Skilled Trades Robotics Apprenticeship Middle School readiness training Archery and free college High School classes available Chorale Middle School Choir Michigan Teacher of the Year Linda Meyer-Szur, High School Michigan Council for Exceptional Children Science Olympiads PERRY SCHOOLS CARE! High School 2665 W. Britton Road, Perry E-Sports (517) 625-3108 www.perry.k12.mi.us

22 www.shiawassee.org Postcards On behalf of the local schools and the RESD, we welcome Letterhead Dependable you to Shiawassee County. We are proud of our schools Aﬀ ordable Notepads and communities, and are pleased to have you here with us. Quality 2 & 3 Part Forms We work to provide a world class 21st century education to Business Forms all, and there are many excellent and unique opportunities Brochures available across the county. Please contact any district or Direct Mail www.sresd.org for more information. Envelopes Business Cards David E. Schulte, Superintendent, Logos Shiawassee RESD mail • print • web Programs 989-541-1251 Invitations A division of The Independent Newsgroup. And Much More!

Capital Area Community Services, Inc. Shiawassee Head Start & Early Childhood Programs District Library 502 W. Main ◆ Owosso ◆ 989-725-5134 700 N. Saginaw ◆ Durand ◆ 989-288-3743 ◆ ◆ Free Wi-Fi and Internet Access Computers Check out the Shiawassee County Genealogy and Local History Collections Ask us about Overdrive Downloadable Books Like us on Facebook FREE Program for Eligible Children www.sdl.lib.mi.us 989-723-5849 www.cacsheadstart.org

“Durand Area Schools Is A Model District St. Paul Providing had to rebuild Faith-Filled Where Students Want To Be” Catholic Education Your Choice typedSchool Since 1902! for Quality • Kindergarten - 8th Grade • Small Class Sizes Education • Welcoming To All Faiths! Award Winning Schools • Highly Qualiﬁ ed Teaching Staff PreSchool~12th Grade • Tuition as low as about $85/week 989-288-2681 FOR MORE INFO CALL (989) 725-7766 310 N. Saginaw St. • Durand, MI 48429 718 W. Main Street, Owosso • spsowosso.org www.durand.k12.mi.us Corunna Public Schools OUR MISSION Owosso To prepare an unprecedented number of students for college and/or careers, regardless of demographic factors. Public Schools International Baccalaureate World Schools Owosso High School: 124 N. Shiawassee St. Ranked in the Top 10% of High Schools in Corunna, MI 48817 Michigan (U.S. News and World Report) Ready for the World Academic All State Champions 989-743-6338 (Bridge Magazine) It’s GREAT to be GOLD! www.corunna.k12.mi.us 989-723-8131 • www.owosso.k12.mi.us

www.shiawassee.org 23 Associate Investors Abiding In The Vine Owosso Main Street 115 E. Main Street 301 W. Main Street Downtown Owosso, MI 48867 Owosso, MI 48867 989-723-5746 989-494-3344 Abidinginthevine1.com downtownowosso.org

Bea’s Bakery Railroad Days 309 N. Washington Street PO Box 316, Durand MI 48429 Downtown Owosso, MI 48867 durandrailroaddays.com 989-720-2254 President-Kent Edwards lancesbakery.com Roma’s Backdoor Capitol Bowl & Capitol’s 200 E. Comstock Street Grille & Venue at 219 219 S. Washington Street Owosso, MI 48867 Owosso, MI 48867 989-725-5767 989-725-7717 Romaspizza.com capitolbowl.net Shiawassee Arts Center City of Owosso 206 Curwood Castle Drive 301 W. Main Street Owosso, MI 48867 Owosso, MI 48867 989-723-8354 www.ci.owosso.mi.us shiawasseearts.org

Curwood Festival Shiawassee County Economic 212 S. Washington Street Development Partnership Owosso, MI 48867 215 N. Water Street 989-723-2161 Owosso, MI 48867 curwoodfestival.com 989-725-9241 sedpweb.org Downtown Owosso Farmers Market Shiawassee County Historical 1888 Ketegawn Road Society Museum & Archives Owosso, MI 48867 1997 N. M-52 downtownowossofarmersmarket.com PO Box 526, Owosso, MI 48867 989-723-2371 Durand Union Station & Michigan shiawasseecountyhistsoc.org Railroad History Museum PO Box 106, 200 Railroad Street Durand, MI 48429 Shiawassee County Fair 989-288-3561 2900 E. Hibbard Road durandstation.org Corunna, MI 48817 989-743-3611 Foster Coffee Company shiawasseecountyfair.com 115 S. Washington Street Owosso, MI 48867 Shiawassee Regional Chamber 989-720-3459 of Commerce fostercoffee.com 215 N. Water Street Polka Both Days at Oktoberfest In Owosso Owosso, MI 48867 • 5K Beer Run on Friday Hardees - Red Burrito 989-723-5149 534 E. Main Street shiawasseechamber.org • Authentic German Bratwurst Owosso, MI 48867 • Saturday Farmer’s Market 989-725-2616 Steam Railroading Institute • Polish & German Style Polka PO Box 665, Indian Trails 405 S. Washington Street • Stein Holding Competition 109 Comstock Street Owosso, MI 48867 • Polka Lessons • German Beer Owosso, MI 48867 989-725-9464 989-725-5105 michigansteamtrain.com • Friday Michigan Wine Tasting indiantrails.com • Saturday Free Kid’s Activities Wolverine Sign Works • Saturday Afternoon Happy Hour Lula’s Louisiana Cookhouse PO Box 578, 923 Bradley Street 113 S. Washington Street Owosso, MI 48867 Downtown Owosso, MI 48867 Polka Tent Cover Charge $10 per person 989-725-5670 lulascookhouse.com wolverinesign.com per day or $15 for weekend pass O-Town Café 101 N. Washington Street Wrought Iron Grill More information: 989-723-5149 Downtown Owosso, MI 48867 317 S. Elm Street, Suite 201 www.oktoberfestinowosso.org Owosso, MI 48867 989-720-8696 An annual event of The Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce otowncafe.com 989-472-9025 wroughtirongrill.com www.facebook.com/oktoberfestinowosso Owosso Historical Commission 515 N. Washington Street Owosso, MI 48867 989-723-2155 www.owossohistory.org

24 www.shiawassee.org First Congregational Church of Durand Light of Faith Fellowship 403 N. Saginaw St., Durand 405 S. Oak St., Durand 989-288-6684 989-288-2090 Sun. 10am Worship Celebration/Kid’s Sun. 11am Worship Worship Pastor Don White Nursery Provided Associate Pastor Mary Yarbrough durandchurch.com lightoffaithfellowship.com

First Congregational Church, Mount Hope Church UCC & Child Development Center 220 S. Shiawassee St., Corunna 327 N. Washington St., Owosso 989-743-4900 Pastor Debbie Grazier Worship Sun. 10:30am-12pm 989-723-3010 Wed. 7-8pm Sun. 10:30am Worship/Sunday School mounthopechurchcorunna.com firstcongregationalchurchowosso.com *Sign language available* Assembly of God 1150 N. Shiawassee, Owosso First United Methodist Church New Hope Pentecostal 989-725-8219 of New Lothrop 7495 Orchard St., New Lothrop Church of God Pastor Kenneth Herbruck 2562 W. Lansing Rd., Perry Sun. 11am & 6pm Worship Sundays 9am Pastor Steve Spina 615-393-9564 or 615-973-2075 Sunday Fellowship at 10am Christ Episcopal Church 810-638-5702 [email protected] Sunday Worship 120 Goodhue St., Owosso & Children’s Church 11am 989-723-2495 www.newlothropfumc.org www.facebook.com/firstumcnl Wednesday Bible Study Sun. 10am Pastors Mollie & Ross Loveall christepiscopalchurchowosso.com First United Methodist Church of Owosso Owosso First Church of Nazarene Church of God 7th Day 1500 N. Water St., Owosso 1865 S. M-52, Owosso 4150 S. M-52, Owosso 989-725-2201 989-723-2229 989-725-2251 Sunday School for All Ages 9:30am 1st Service 9am, 2nd Service 11am [email protected] Cafe Worship 9:30am Growth Classes 10:15am Pastor David Ross Nursery 9:30am-12pm owossonazarene.org Worship Saturday 11:30am Traditional Worship 10:45am owossofumc.org Perry Church of the Nazarene Corunna United Methodist Church 3100 Ellsworth Rd., Perry 200 W. McArthur St., Corunna Grace Bible Church 517-625-3400 989-743-5050 201 Michigan Ave., Owosso perrynazarene.com Sunday Worship 10:45am 989-723-1000 Pastor Timothy Harmon Food Bank Thurs. 10am-12pm Worship Sunday 11am, 6pm Sun. 9am & 11am Worship Alcoholics Anonymous Mon. & Fri. 7pm Wed. Prayer Meeting 7pm Sunday School Available Redeemer Lutheran Church gbcowosso.org The Crossing Free Methodist Church 2510 N. M-52, Owosso 989-725-5442 708 S. Oak St., Durand Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church 989-288-3063 Pastor George Zornow 4269 S. Durand Rd., Durand Sunday School for All Ages 9:30am Pastor Lisa Lahring 989-288-2900 Sunday Worship 8am, 11am 10:30am Sunday Worship Rev. Arnold J. Kunde Sunday Worship10-11am redeemerowosso.com First Baptist Church of Laingsburg Bible Study: Wed 5-7pm 901 Grand River Ave., Laingsburg St. Joseph Catholic Church 517-651-6166 GracePointe Wesleyan Church 915 E. Oliver St., Owosso Church School 517-651-2081 Owosso-St. Johns 989-725-5215 Confessions Sat. 2:30 to 3:30pm Daycare 517-651-5283 Owosso campus at 9am & 10:45am Sat. 4pm, Sun. 9:30am 10am Sunday School (Sunday night Amp’d) stpaulowossow.org 11am Worship, 6pm Evening Service 1687 N. M-52, Owosso laingsburg1stbaptist.com St. Johns campus at 10am South Pointe Mall 1023 S. US 27, St. Johns St. Paul Catholic Church 989-723-5247 111 N. Howell St., Owosso First Baptist Church of Owosso 989-723-4277 114 W. Mason St., Owosso gracepointe-mi.org 989-723-1670 Confessions Sat. 3:30 to 4:30pm 10am Sunday Worship Life in Christ Church Sat. 5:30pm, Sun. 8am, 11am Children’s Sunday School during service 1833 W. M-21, Owosso stpaulowosso.org Deaf Interperter Available 989-729-1972 fbcowosso.org Sunday 9:30 & 11:15am Trinity United Methodist Church [email protected] Youth Sunday Night 6pm Owosso www.lic.church 720 S. Shiawassee St., Owosso First Church of Christ 989-723-2664 585 E. North St., Owosso Sunday School 9:45am 989-725-5039 Sunday Worship 11am Sunday School for All Ages 9am www.trinityumcowosso.org Sun. 10:30am Worship firstchurchofchrist.org

www.shiawassee.org 25 Explore • Discover Visit Durand Enjoy! Vibrant Downtown Business District Picturesque Historic Depot Senior Living • Festivals & Events

Durand is a great place to raise a family with good schools, renewed facilities, library, parks and recreation opportunities year round. Check us out! www.durand.mi.com

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26 www.shiawassee.org Farmers Market Wednesdays June - Oct. starting at 4pm McClintock Park 4 Acre Park with Trails, Tennis, Skate Park, Play Structures, Restrooms Outdoor Family Movies & Entertainment Wed. Evenings July & Aug. (Outside in the park, weather permitting) • Springtime Festival May 16, 17, 18, 19 • Pancake Breakfast & Car Show July 27 Enjoy these great bands before the movie. July 10 - Kathy Ford Band July 31 - The Jack Clarkson Band • Winterfest- 1st Saturday in December July 17 - Root Doctor Aug. 7 - Sudden Impact Band • Sleepy Hollow State Park Just 7 Miles July 24 - Show Down Aug. 14 - Global Village

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