Milestones on Mainstreet: There was a Time…

There was a time, in Sparta, when everything you needed was in your own backyard. You may have left school on a Friday afternoon and stopped at Phoebe’s store for a piece of gum or some penny candy. After leaving Phoebe’s, you may have had a book or two to return at the Carnegie Library [...]

Downtown Sparta Art Review

Calling all artists to submit a preview concept of art from two 3’ x 3’ interlocking steel sections shaped as a “Barn” in the space provided below.  A prototype of the size and shape of the art piece will be on display at Creative One Gallery (98 E. Division, Sparta) starting February 15, 2012.  This [...]

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.

Little League Sign Ups

Little League 2012 Sign-Ups Sign up at Sundaes at the Park! spartalittleleague.net   Saturday, February 4th 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.   Saturday, February 11th 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.   ~ LATE SIGNUPS ~ Thursday, February 16th 6-8 p.m. *ADDITIONAL $10.00 LATE FEE*   Please bring the following… 1. Copy of Birth Certificate (1st Year Players & those [...]

Sparta Hosts Parks & Rec Survey

Are you a Sparta Village or Sparta Township resident?  If so, be sure to check out the 2011 Sparta Community Parks & Recreation Survey available HERE.  Paper copies are available in the Village Office, Township Office, and Sparta Library.   Surveys should be completed and returned or submitted by Dec. 18 to be included in the [...]

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 [...]

Milestones on Mainstreet – See you at the Curb!

“See you at the curb” is the motto for the revived homecoming parade in Sparta this year. When I read this it made me think of the fun we had, during homecoming week, when I was in high school in the early 1970’s. We would gather, weeks in advance of homecoming, in someone’s barn and [...]

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 [...]

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