Chamber Unveils New “Morning Mingle” Opportunity

The Sparta Chamber of Commerce is presenting the new “Morning Mingle” program that will take place four times per year giving chamber members the chance to network with other businesses with refreshments and a round table topic or speaker presenting important topics to small businesses.

Turkey Trot Gobbling Up Runners

The 1st annual Turkey Trot in Sparta is becoming as popular as squash at Thanksgiving.  Why all the interest?  This Turkey Trot is only $10 per person, benefits the local Sparta Rugby Club, and close to home.  Runners are tying up their shoes in anticipation of this 5K that is being sponsored by volunteers in the [...]

Businesses Encouraged to “Get On Board”

Join the Sparta Chamber on Monday, Nov. 7 during our annual meeting to find out plans for 2012 in Sparta, receive discount on membership dues & Business Expo fees, and get “Aboard” the boat to success for your business!

Howard Christensen Nature Center Offers New Events and Activities

Lily’s Frog Pad Inc. staff and volunteers have been busy finding new ways for the community to connect with nature at the Howard Christensen Nature Center, which is conveniently located between Cedar Springs and Kent City. Although the natural beauty of the nature center hasn’t changed, several new events and programs for individuals and families [...]

Harvest on the Ridge – Tours & Experiences!

Harvest on the Ridge – Ridge Tours & Experiences Harvest on the Ridge Apple Festival is a celebration of the bounty and variety of products that are available fresh from the fields, orchards, and businesses in this great state that we call home!  Join the Harvest on the Ridge Tours on Saturday, September 17, 2011 [...]

J. Couch Race to Join Harvest on the Ridge

J. Couch Race to Join Harvest on the Ridge  “Wanted,”Sparta Rugby coach, football coach and community leader, Greg Peak, announced at a recent Concert in the Park as a 1960’s era green couch rolled around the bandshell, “Old Runners.  Fast Couches.”  The crowd giggled and cheered as they looked on to see Rotary President Tom [...]

Apple Jam Auction Details Set!

The Village of Sparta would like to invite you to bid on the Apple Jam Art Sculptures created by local artists that have been on display throughout downtown Sparta throughout the summer of 2011. The art pieces will be auctioned through an online auction site called www.OrbitbidCharity.com , a Mediema Company and is scheduled for Wednesday, December [...]

Sparta Celtic Fest – Aug. 13, 2011

A new tradition with old world style.  We are honored to bring you the Celtic Heritage Festival, located in Roger’s Park in Sparta, Michigan.  Our Festival features Music from the Celtic Traditions of Scotland and Ireland.  Bagpipes, drums, songs and more.  Stop by the Marketplace where crafters will be lined up with plenty of traditional Celtic [...]

Homecoming Parade Revived in Sparta

“See you on the curb” is the motto for the revived Sparta Homecoming Parade. After several years on hiatus, the Homecoming Parade, which has been a traditional part of the week long festivities at Sparta Area Schools is scheduled for Friday, October 14, 2011.  The volunteer organizers Christine McKinley and Kim VanDusen are working hard to bring back a long [...]

Apple Jam is Rockin’ Downtown Sparta!

 Sparta welcomes you to the first Downtown Art Revue! This new exhibit features 14 unique pieces of art placed at locations of close proximity for walking through downtown Sparta or enjoying a short car cruise. The artwork was developed by local and Michigan artists from a conceptual design competition. Each artist submitted a concept that [...]

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