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Pedal and Paddle Bicycle Tour (May 18-19) comes to River Country!

Our beautiful River Country was the chosen location for this year’s annual Pedal and Paddle Bicycle Tour, hosted by the League of Michigan Bicyclists.  The event kicks off on Saturday May 18th at 7am with check-in and breakfast at Belle Epoque Hall.   The riders will meet from 8:30-9am.   Pedal through River Country, with three different [...]

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The Magic Capital of the World – Colon Michigan

COLON’S MAGICAL HISTORY- The world has been fascinated with magic acts and illusions for centuries.  Magic has a long history, dating back to the 1840′s with Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin.  He was a clock maker, in Europe, who opened a magic theater in Paris.  Harry Houdini took his stage name from this famous European magician.   Fast [...]

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2013 Firework Displays in River Country

Who doesn’t like to sit on a blanket and look up at the twilight sky to witness the magical sight of fireworks.  Firework displays bring families and community together to be awed by the  brilliant array of bursting colors and shapes that light up the nighttime sky.  River Country has a number of firework displays [...]

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Get Romantic in River Country

It’s that time again men, when cupid aims his arrow your way.  Take your someone special to River Country for a memorable getaway.   Reserve a room for a few nights in Three Rivers and spend some quality time together.  The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites (1207 W. Broadway) has Jacuzzi Suites available with an [...]

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Enjoy the Autumn in River Country

Now is a great time to venture outside and take a colorful walk through River Country.  The colors this year are spectacular!  Drive through our beautiful area and take time to stop and view the colors.  Sanctuaries and Preserves are wonderful areas to walk, take photos and just enjoy nature’s bounty at this grand time [...]

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Halloween in River Country

Let’s make this year’s Halloween a safe and happy time for one and all.  Trick or treating has become a national event in America and who doesn’t like to see the kids dressed in their costumes.  It brings a smile to anyone’s face.  Make sure your kids have a flashlight or reflective clothing and are [...]

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October Fall Festivals and Color Tour

Visit our area this fall to view our scenic fall landscapes, paddle our 150 miles of rivers or take in some local harvest events.  Don’t miss the Three Rivers Color Tour & Scarecrow Contest that boasts over a dozen stops with refreshments, nature walks, kids activities, a car show and more.  Click here to view [...]

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St. Joseph County Grange Fair – Schedule of Events September 16-22, 2012

WELCOME TO THE ST. JOSEPH COUNTY GRANGE FAIR! September 16 – 22, 2012 Bring your family and friends to the 5th largest fair in Michigan.  The St. Joseph County Grange Fair is committed to making your day a special one.  There are vendor barns, a large variety of food vendors, grandstand events (including Alan Jackson [...]

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