Milestones on Mainstreet: Engines & Fruit

Gasoline Engine
The introduction of the new line of gasoline engines has Sparta residents excited, especially the farmers.  The Holm Machine Manufacturing Company, located in Sparta, Michigan, is manufacturing the first Sears Economy Engines.  Production began last year in 1909. Local farmers are being charged $100 to $150 dollars for a 2-horse power engine that the [...]

2010 Pink Dress Run Event

May 29, 2010

Noon – 6 pm
Bar Hop Fundraiser in Downtown Sparta!
(More info coming soon!)
Steps for a successful Pink Dress Run:
1. Purchase your Pink Dress Run Ticket for only $10 each at any of the following locations:

Sparta Pub
Sparta Lanes
Downtown Trini’s
North Kent Eagles Club

2. Invite friends or family (all above 21 years of age) to join your [...]

2010 Property Enhancement Program

The Village of Sparta Downtown Development Authority offers a $10,000 matching grants to eligible properties for Property Enhancement Projects. These projects include façade improvements, parking & landscaping improvements and more. The $10,000 matching grant has specific guidelines and goals that are amended each year and are available online. Applications are accepted until June 1 of each [...]

Harvest those Recipes 2010 Cookbook

With Town and Country Days just around the corner and Harvest on the Ridge approaching, we are asking community members to help out and submit their famous recipes.
We want your most tasty dessert, appetizer, main dish or any combination you can think of to be included in our recipe book that will be coming out [...]

Sparta E-Today Newspaper : February 2010

The Sparta Chamber offers local businesses the opportunity to promote their business in the NEW Sparta TODAY Newspaper.  Find out how to advertise in the Sparta TODAY here. 
To view the Sparta E-Today Newspapers, click below:
February 2010 Sparta E-TODAY Newspaper
 
Please contact the Sparta Chamber with any questions or comments regarding the editions.  If you would like [...]

Kids Winter Blast – Feb. 13, 2010

Free Ice Skating, Sledding, Snow Man Building …
Police cars, fire trucks, ambulance and towing trucks will be on-site for the Sparta Emergency Services display at Balyeat Field from 10 am – 1 pm!
Meet Fire Department, Ambulance, and Emergency Towing personnel during the Winter Blast Pancake Breakfast hosted by these groups.  All proceeds of the breakfast will benefit [...]

SNOWBASH: FEB 13, 2010

Looking for a fun night out?  Bring your friends to SNOWBASH 2010, a  Party to celebrate winter, Valentine’s Day, the end of winter… whatever your reason, you should plan to join us at the Sparta Civic Center!
Dinner, Drinks, & Dancing!  Tickets $20 per person (includes dinner) 
Ages 21 + only, please.
Saturday, February 13 2010
Doors Open 7 [...]

Sparta TODAY Newspaper

The Sparta Chamber offers local businesses the opportunity to promote their business in the NEW Sparta TODAY Newspaper.  This is a local paper which presents local community news for the community.  The Sparta TODAY Newspaper showcases local Chamber Member businesses that employ residents and provide products and services to the area.  Promote your business locally [...]

Old Fashioned Chirstmas Activities (Pet Night with Santa Rescheduled to 12/18/09)

Thurs. Dec. 10th 6-8 pm *** RESCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY, DEC. 18th 6-8 PM DUE TO WEATHER! *** Pet Night with Santa in Santa House! Bring your furry friend to visit Santa in the Santa House! (80 N. Union, Sparta) Prepare to wait outdoors while waiting your turn! Pet food, blanket, or [...]

Santa Cops

Donations of new, unwrapped toys, gift cards, cold wear accessories, & kids clothing were accepted for local distribution this holiday season.

Film courtesy of Positivelymichigan.net. 

Police Officers  distributed the gifts to deserving kids in the Sparta Area.  Donations were accepted at: Sparta Village Hall, Mombers Pharmacy, Tesa Tape, Independent Bank, and ChoiceOne Bank. 
Santa Cop Informational Flier

 
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