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SESQUICENTENNIAL EVENTS
Christmas in the Village Parade - Kick Off Event
Come see the OCHS’s celebration float! Serving soup, hot chocolate, coffee after the parade at the Mill. The museum will be open.
The Ortonville Community Historical Society is excited to share numerous events in celebration of the Mill’s 150th year.
Reflecting on not only the happenings at the Mill, the historical society is working with the Brandon Library and numerous local groups to demonstrate life in Ortonville over the past 150 years.
April Verch - Concert
Canadian Grand Master Fiddler & Step Dancer
Old Town Hall on the corner of Church & Mill Streets. 7:00pm more info; www.folkwithshadesofblue.com
Saturday, December 3rd, 3:00 pm
Sunday, January 15th, 7:00 pm
JANICE TURNBULL
(248) 882-4166
The Life & Times of Harriet Tubman at the Brandon Library
Rosie Chapman will present her unforgettable one-woman show portraying the life of Harriet Tubman who led slaves to freedom through the underground railroad. http://www.brandonlibrary.org/
Tuesday, February 15, 2006 7:00 pm
Dean Rutledge & Friends; a concert at the Old Town Hall
Take a trip back in time to the 60’s and 70’s and wherever else Dean and his friends want to take you!
Saturday, February 18th, 2006 7:30 pm
Wood, Smoke & Elbow Grease, Michigan’s Culinary Heritage Demonstrating through story telling, character portrayal, folk lore & technique by Larry & Pricilla Massie. Relating to Michigan's unique culinary heritage. http://www.brandonlibrary.org/
Monday, March 6th, 2006 7:00 pm
Inis Ceol and Dancin Feet— A Traditional Irish Night of Dancing-Participation Welcome!
Come dance with the Dancin Feet dancers who will teach you the steps while moving to the Irish music played by the band known as Inis Ceol. Starts early as there’s lots of fun to be had. Bring a snack to share! www.folkwithshadesofblue.com
Saturday, March 18th, 2006 6:30 pm
Saturday, April 1st, 2006 7:30 pm
John Denomme Jazz Trio in Concert— A night of great jazz.
Saturday, May 6th, 2006 7:30 pm
Rev. Robert Jones in Concert—A Multi gifted, Pastor, Host of WDET’s Sunday afternoon show; “Deep River,” and one of the last of the acoustic blues players. Come for a night of soul touching blues. www.folkwithshadesofblue.com
Friday, June 23rd, 2006 5:00— 7:00 pm
Saturday, June 10th, 2006 10:00 am
Ortonville DDA CreekFest - The Old Mill Coffee house, lunch, hands on rug looming and quilting demonstrations at the Mill.
Sunday, April 8th, 2006 1:00 pm
Ralph the Peddler at the Old Mill - Ralph recreates the everyday life of a peddler in rural Michigan during the mid 1850’s. Additionally, Ralph tells stories of rural family life and how they were supplied with basic household items.
Monday, May 29th, 2006 8:45 - Noon
Memorial Day Continental Breakfast Tour the Mill Museum Military display before and after the parade
Annual Ice Cream Social at the Mill - Serving local Cooks Dairy ice-cream, Museum & Military Tours from 4:30 - 6:30 pm. Dulcimer music, Vintage Tractor Display and music in downtown Ortonville
Wednesday, June 14th, 2006 6:30 pm
Flag Day at the Old Mill - Honoring our flag of the United States, the Veterans of Post #582 will be on hand to accept your tattered & torn flags for the ceremony of burning. A new circa 1870 Flag will be dedicated for the Mann School House. Orders being taken for new American Flags through the historical society. Short program and light refreshments.
Saturday, June 24th, 2006 10:00 am
A 150th CELEBRATION DAY AT THE MILL!
Starting at 10:00 am the Mill Coffee House will open
DEMONSTRATIONS;
Quilting
Rug Looming
Making of Battenberg Lace
Chair Caning
DISPLAYS;
Local Area Barn History
Old Time vs. Modern Day Remedies and Spices with a Historical Presentation of a Company founded in 1868
Civil War Sutler, a Purveyor of Period Clothing
Vintage Wedding Portraits (brings yours to register at the Old Mill any Saturday through June 10th)
Vintage Tractors
ACTIVITIES;
Judging Wedding Portraits
Miss Emily Orton Doll Contest (for old & young, bring yours to show off)
A Day at Mann School House
Checker Tournament
Pin the Mustache On Amos Orton
Magic Show
Music by the Sweet Briar String Band
Children’s Wood Building Contest
Children's Craft Workshop
SPECIAL
Old Time Non– Denominational Service Under the Tent with Pastor Robert Harvey & Music on the Pipe Organ by Mrs. Leece
7:00 PM under the big top at the Old Mill Campus
BIG SURPRISE DISPLAY FROM NOON THROUGH 3:00 PM DON’T MISS IT!
clues:
Hasn’t been seen in Ortonville for over 100 years!
Was featured in the opera Carmen, not Rosetta.
Not a Moose nor a Kearsley Creek Goose but a BIG dude
Paul Bunyan was a friend but Able Lincoln was definitely among it’s favorites!
Local History Collections at Brandon Library Reference Librarian will give a tour of the local history room and explain what materials are available: township records, tax rolls, local family genealogy and chamber of commerce http://www.brandonlibrary.org/ newsletters.
Thursday, January 29th, 2006 7:00 pm
Saturday, October 21st, 2006
Saturday, September 16th, 2006 12:00 noon
Thursday, November 2nd, 2006
Saturday, December 2nd, 2006
Saturday, September 23rd, 2006
OLD TIME BASEBALL GAME The Rochester Grangers vs. The Ortonville Townsmen. Contact Fred at Brandon Parks & Recreation to be a part of the team. Game will take place at the field (a plain old field, not ball diamonds) behind the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church at 270 Grange Hall Rd., Ortonville MI 48462 1/4 mile West of M-15 Bring lawn-chairs, lunch is being served before the game.
Brandon Twp & Ortonville Chamber of Commerce’s ‘SEPTEMBERFEST’ The Mill will be buzzing with lunches, a wood carving demonstration and more. Celtic, Old Time Music and Dance followed by bluegrass and blues throughout the day. !st Annual Wagon parade starts at the Old Town Hall 11:00 am, ending at the Mill. Decorations are strongly encouraged!
HALLOWEEN PARTY Bring your carved pumpkin for judging, and dress up for the “Very Old Fashioned” Costumes Contest at the 150 Year Old Mill! Games and treats starting at 12:00 noon and ending at 2:00 pm. Prizes, treats, games, fun!
“CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE” Great fun to be determined. Visit the Mill in it’s holiday glory! WDET’s “Folk Like Us” host Matt Watroba will be performing at the Old Town Hall at 6:00 pm for a night of celebratory music. More info at www.folkwithshadesofblue.com
Saturday & Sunday, October 14 & 15, 2006
SONG WRITERS WORKSHOP & PERFORMANCE by Steve Seskin. See the Folk with Shades of Blue website for more information!
VICTORIAN TEA & FASHION SHOW in commemoration of the Women's Suffrage Movement and the Right to Vote in 1919
Tea starts at 11:00 am and vintage hat fashion show at 12:00 noon. Held at the Brandon Library, limited seating, RSVP to Jeanie or Karen (248) 627-2851
THE DODWORTH SAXHORN BAND PARADE AND CONCERT Parade starts at Harvey Swanson Elementary at 7:00 pm and follows South and Mill Streets, ending at the Old Town Hall. A concert at the Old Town Hall will begin at 7:30 pm. Donations requested at the door. www.folkwithshadesofblue.com You are welcome to join in the parade and vintage costumes are greatly encouraged!
Thursday, October 26th, 2006
Saturday, October 28th, 2006
“BE A STAR” OPEN MIC FUND RAISER Limited space so get signed up early at ortonvillejams@folkwithshadesofblue.com Be a start for the night and perform on the 135+ year old stage at the Old Town Hall in downtown Ortonville. All unplugged instruments welcome. Come sing your favorite song! Donations requested at the door and will be used to support more music programs in Ortonville.
Thursday, December 7th, 2007
Saturday, November 11th, 2006
PIONEER FAMILY FUN NIGHT At Brandon Twp. Library. “The Farm Lady” brings her Turkey and Kitchen Band Instruments. Come join in - free for all. RSVP at (248) 627-1460
PIONEER FAMILY FUN NIGHT at Brandon Library. “A Pioneer Christmas” including quilt block craft, stories and treats. Come join in - free for all. RSVP (248) 627-1460