Jan 6, 2011

Over the late summer and early fall, downtown Byron Center underwent a $489,000 face lift.  With the help of a grant, the township was able to add much needed street parking, extend and replace the sidewalk areas, add some decorative lighting, and add brick pathways in the street.  While the renovation took a little longer than expected, it was well worth the...

Nov 25, 2010

To conclude the series on the wonderful parks in Byron Center, we will take a look at Cutler Park.  While just on the outskirts of Byron Center’s line, this is still a great little area to visit.  Located north of 68th street on Buchanan, this little 8 acre park is a gem.  With the typical basketball, baseball, and playground areas, Cutler Park is the...

Nov 22, 2010

The first of the Byron Township run parks, Whistlestop Park is conveniently located off of 76th St, just up the road from Sierrafield.  Whistle Stop Park has everything- and is really the highlight of the park system in Byron Center! Multiple soccer and football fields, baseball/softball diamonds, playground, volleyball court, wooded walking trails, and a...

Nov 18, 2010

Among the already mentioned parks in the Byron Township park system is Bicentennial Park, a 39 acre beauty in the heart of Byron Center.  Located on Byron Center avenue just north of 84th street, it is behind the local library and township offices.  It is home to baseball fields, tennis and shuffleboard courts, pavilion, playground equipment, basketball hoops,...

Nov 12, 2010

Byron Center wants to get their community out, about, and involved.  They also want to enrich the lives of the individuals and families that live here.  Byron Township Recreation offers special events and programs to gear towards fun, family, and fellowship with the township residents.  Trunk or treat, Candy Cane Hunt, Mother/Son night, family fun night, and...