Jun 12, 2011

June 17 and 18th brings an exciting return to a great event in Byron Center.  The West Michigan Chalk Art Festival sponsored by Byron Center Community Wellness brings out the artist in everyone.  With competition levels for adults, youth, and families along with a free event for children- this event really does highlight a lot of what makes our community of...

May 10, 2011

A newly placed banner on Byron Township’s website stirred some questions.  It was announced that this year, 2011 Byron Township would be celebrating its Dodransbicenntenial birthday.  Not even spell check recognized this crazy name, so a little investigation began. A dodransbicenntenial (also referred to as dodrabicenntenial or dequasbicenntenial) is the...

May 1, 2011

It has been stated before, but to review, Byron Center is a great community to be a part of.  It is a warm, caring, and family friendly town to put down roots.  A great addition to the community began 5 years ago with the free Sounds of Summer event that takes place in Bicentennial Park off of 84th street and Byron Center Ave. This year this FREE event will be...

Jan 29, 2011

The Byron Center and Wyoming, MI area will be receiving a new asset to their community come Summer of 2011.  The Spartan Store YMCA is currently under construction hoping to welcome families in the next few months.  It will feature a LEED certified building housing fitness facilities, a wellness center, family focused areas, pool, and child development...

Jan 18, 2011

In a continuing series, we will be highlighting the various parks located right here in Byron Center, Michigan.  There are a plethora of options, so its nice to know which ones offer what features.   From county run to township run, there will be something found for everyone.  Whether you just enjoy taking in nature, playing on playgrounds, outdoor sports,...