Whether you’re considering relocating here, just arrived, or have been here awhile and are looking to explore your county in more depth, we hope this guide will help you.
Our county is rich in history; loaded with a wide array of dining, shopping, and recreational activities; and permeated with the personal, easygoing character that makes rural life so special. When you eat in our restaurants, shop in our stores, or utilize our service and professional resources, you’re often dealing directly with the business owner or members of the owner’s family. They take pride in their businesses and strive for a high level of customer service. Our restaurants range from casual to fine dining with everything in between. We also have some excellent places to get coffee, whether you want a simple mug of dark roast or a spectacular coffee drink.
Lakes and parks are found throughout Hillsdale County offering opportunities for swimming, boating, skiing, cookouts, hiking, bicycling, or just taking a leisurely stroll through a beautiful setting. Sandy Beach at Baw Beese Lake offers a boat dock, regulation-size basketball court, a play area, and regulation-size volleyball courts. There is a concession stand where you can buy hotdogs, slushies, ice cream, and cold drinks. Lewis Emery Park features a community building available to rent for private events, a pavilion (also available to rent), fishing, nature trails, fire rings and grills, a ball diamond, and other amenities. Mrs. Stock’s Park is a beautifully-restored gem just east of downtown with a pavilion, picnic sites, and lovely gardens. The park is the site of a popular free concert series every summer. McCourtie Park in the northeast corner of the county is famous for its many trabajo rustico bridges and trees.
Added to these attractions is a great variety of independent retail stores offering clothing, crafts, artwork, hardware, furniture, craft supplies, specialty food items, home décor, gifts, yard and garden supplies, and more. Downtown Hillsdale is the site of a farmers market that runs from May to October where you can buy locally-grown fruit, vegetables, and flowers, along with honey, skin care products, and more, all from area producers. And, don’t forget the Hillsdale County Fair! Established in 1851, this annual event draws people from far outside Hillsdale County with something for everyone.
Use this guide to familiarize yourself with all the county holds and then do some exploring! Our communities look forward to meeting you and serving you in the near future.
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Hillsdale College, a liberal arts college of about 1,600 students, offers community members and visitors a vibrant campus teeming with opportunities for cultural enrichment, entertainment, and recreation. We invite you to visit our campus!
ATHLETICS AND RECREATION
The Hillsdale College Chargers compete in the NCAA Division II Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Cheer on the Chargers at a home game! Refer to hillsdalechargers.com for schedules and additional information.
Hillsdale College features excellent athletic facilities. If you’re looking for exercise or recreation opportunities during your visit, stop by one of the following:
Margot V. Biermann Athletic Center
Featuring a six-lane, 200-meter running track and four tennis courts, the Biermann Center offers community walking hours Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. –1:00 p.m. during the school year. It’s the perfect place for a brisk walk during the winter months or on rainy days! Call (517) 437-7364 for more information.
John A. Halter Shooting Sports Education Center
Located about five miles from campus at 4390 Bankers Road in Hillsdale, the Halter Center features facilities for American and bunker trap, skeet, five-stand, small arms, archery, and a tranquil 23-station sporting clays course that winds through woods, over hills, and down dales. The AcuSport Grill, open seasonally, offers on-site dining. Call (517) 610-5593 for range hours and availability.
Hayden Park
Located at 1620 Barber Drive just east of Slayton Arboretum, the 190-acre Hayden Park features a brandnew outdoor track, miles of hiking and biking trails, a soccer field, sand volleyball courts, a driving range, and an obstacle course. Enjoy the great outdoors in this spacious recreation area.
Slayton Arboretum
Whatever the season, Slayton Arboretum, a 48-acre garden and natural area adjacent to campus, offers a beautiful venue for walking and studying nature. Unwind and take in the beauty of the grounds, which feature ponds, a waterfall, trails, two gazebos, and a Children’s Garden.
FINE ARTS AND LECTURES
If the play’s the thing that captures your fancy, or if you’re an art or music lover, you’ll find high-caliber performances and exhibits at Hillsdale College during the academic year. All fine arts events at Hillsdale are free and open to the public. Events are held in Howard Music Hall, the Fine Arts Building, and Christ Chapel, where the College’s Chapel Choir leads a Sunday evening Evensong service during the academic year. For information on fine arts events, call (517) 607-2848.
Each year, Hillsdale College features dozens of lectures on a wide variety of topics, from philosophy, theology, and politics to psychology, astronomy, and business— and everything in between. Visit events.hillsdale.edu for more information.
HOSPITALITY AND CATERING
Hillsdale College offers small-town luxury with big-city amenities at its Dow Hotel and Conference Center. With a variety of rooms for hosting anything from an intimate gathering to a large-scale banquet, the Dow Center has the facilities and catering services to meet your needs. Call (517) 437-3311 or visit dowcenter.com
HILLSDALE COLLEGE BOOKSTORE
If you’d like a souvenir of your time on campus, look no further than the Hillsdale College Bookstore. Featuring a wide selection of apparel, accessories, gift items, and books, the Bookstore offers styles for every taste. Call (517) 607-2266 or visit shop.hillsdale.edu.
We welcome guests to Hillsdale College and hope that you’ll visit during your stay in Hillsdale County. To stay informed about news and events at Hillsdale College, please visit hillsdale.edu/community, or sign up for our monthly community newsletter by emailing communityevents@hillsdale.edu.
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Slayton Arboretum
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See what’s special about Hillsdale County
Officially established in 1835, Hillsdale County has a rich history dating back to 1821 when Chief Topinabee and the United States Government signed the Treaty of Chicago which opened south central Michigan to settlement. The Pottawatomie Indians, led by Chief Baw Beese, inhabited the area at the time and were welcoming to the white settlers. Chief Baw Beese and his tribe reluctantly moved west in 1840 with other Indian tribes who were forced out of Michigan.
In 1827, the family of Captain Moses Allen, the first non-indigenous people to journey down the Sauk Trail, settled the Village of Allen. A year later, W.P. Jones III and his family settled just to the east along the Sauk Trail (today known as US-12 or Chicago Road) in what is now the City of Jonesville. As the original county seat and first established center of commerce in Hillsdale County, Jonesville thrived as a popular stopping point between Chicago and Detroit.
The City of Hillsdale began to prosper in 1832 when John B. Cook and Chauncey Ferris arrived from New York State and built a flour mill. Later known as the F.W. Stock and Sons Mill, it was for many years the largest flour mill in the United States east of Duluth, Minnesota. Settlers continued pouring into the area, and, in 1843, Hillsdale became the county seat. Also in 1843, the first railroad west of Toledo reached the city, and Hillsdale remained an important rail center for many years. A decade later, Adam Howder built a tavern and Hillsdale continued its rapid growth, becoming the largest community in Hillsdale County. Founded in 1844 as Michigan Central College in Spring Arbor, MI, internationally-known Hillsdale College assumed the city’s name and relocated there in 1853.
In 1835, a small community originally called Basswood Corners for a stand of basswood trees growing nearby became the City of Reading. With the arrival of a railroad station in 1869, Reading experienced a building boom and increased economic activity. Like many communities in Hillsdale County, the City of Litchfield, initially incorporated as a village in 1877, also benefitted economically in the mid-1800s from the arrival of the railroad.
Camden, Jerome, Montgomery, Mosherville, Osseo, Pittsford, Somerset, and Waldron are other communities whose early beginnings helped shape the history of Hillsdale County.
Learn more about the people, places, and events that shaped Hillsdale County by visiting
www.hillsdalehistoricalsociety.org
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Attractions
On the campus of Hillsdale College , the Sage Center for the Arts and the Howard Music Hall host a variety of arts and cultural events open to the public. The “Arts Performance Series” features musical concerts, dance groups, theatre companies, and art exhibits. The Tower Players, through the Hillsdale College Department of Theatre and Speech, present faculty-directed productions and the Tower Dancers stage an annual concert. The college also has several performing ensembles including including choirs, jazz, big band, orchestra, and a wide variety of chamber ensembles. The College Community Wind Symphony is open to
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students and members of the Hillsdale community by audition or recommendation. Everyone enjoys the performances by the Hillcats— Hillsdale College’s faculty jazz ensemble. The Daughtrey Gallery , located in the Sage Center for the Arts, features professional exhibits as well as works from Hillsdale College faculty and students.
In 1961, the
Hillsdale Community Theatre , an all-volunteer theatre group, held its first production. The group later moved to their permanent home, The Sauk in downtown Jonesville, where they continue to produce musical, comedic, and dramatic productions year round.
The Gospel Barn , located between Hillsdale and Reading, is a unique music venue featuring some of the finest gospel singing groups and musicians in America. Established in 1973 by Howard Rizner, the Hillsdale Arts Chorale provides quality choral music performances to the Hillsdale community October through May. Each summer, Mrs. Stock’s Park in downtown Hillsdale is home to a series of family-friendly movies on a giant blimp movie screen and free live music concerts.
Since the early 1990s, ArtWorks of Hillsdale has supported the performing and visual arts through a myriad of activities geared to highlight Hillsdale County artists, musicians, and vocalists. The Hillsdale County Community School of the Arts sponsored by ArtWorks annually holds a String Festival for Hillsdale County youth.
The Hillsdale County Fair —billed as the “The Most Popular Fair on Earth”—has drawn visitors from the tristate area to the community since 1851. Held annually beginning the third Sunday after Labor Day, it brings a fitting close to the harvest season. The fair proudly celebrates Hillsdale County’s agricultural heritage with a
foundation built upon 4H/FFA children who bring animals, crafts, baking, photography, and more to display as exhibits during the fair. It also features a carnival and daily grandstand entertainment including live music concerts and horse pulling contests which over the years have resulted in several world record pulls. One of the oldest buildings on the grounds is the Grange Hall, listed as a State Registered Historic Site.
Fortunate to have many of its original buildings still standing and in use today, architectural gems can be found throughout Hillsdale County. The Downtown Hillsdale National Register Historic District has many well-preserved, mostly Victorian era buildings. Hillsdale City Hall, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, St. Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church, and the First United Methodist Church are State Registered Historic Sites. The Hillsdale County Courthouse , located in the heart of the district, is a State and National Registe r Landmark.
Another important State Registered Historic Site is the Will Carleton Poor House restored by the Hillsdale County Historical Society. Today it is a museum honoring Will Carleton, Michigan’s poet laureate for four decades who immortalized the building in his poem “Over the
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Hill to the Poor House.”
The Poor House hosts a variety of events during the year including “Christmas at the Poor House” the first weekend of December and an annual Farm Festival the first Saturday of August.
Jonesville has three National Register Landmarks: Grace Episcopal Church , J.J. Deal and Son Carriage Factory, and the Grosvenor House Museum . E.O. Grosvenor, once the Lieutenant Governor of Michigan, headed the commission in charge of building the Michigan State capitol building and the same architect designed his carefully-preserved home. The 32-room Victorian museum is open for public tours and private parties. During the first two weekends of December, the museum hosts “Christmas
at the Grosvenor House.” Situated in Somerset, the W. H. L. McCourtie Estate , known as McCourtie Park , is a State and National Register Landmark. The park, believed to hold the country’s largest collection of el trabejo rustico , was created by Mr. McCourtie after he was inspired by the Mexican folk tradition of this unique sculpting process that makes concrete look like wood. Located close by in Moscow, the Moscow Township Hall , originally the Michigan and Ohio Railroad Depot , is a State Registered Historic Site.
Much of Hillsdale County’s history is contained within the Mitchell Research Center housed in the stately 19th century mansion of Charles Mitchell. In addition to the extensive collection of archived newspapers, genealogy, and historical records housed there, it also showcases the Pulver Collection, a gathering of approximately 7,400 fiction and nonfiction works about the State of Michigan.
2024 SAUK THEATRE SCHEDULE
ICARUS AND PANDORA AND THE SICKLE MOON
June 6-9, 2024
TINKER BELL
June 28-30 and July 5-7, 2024
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
July 25-28 and August 1-4, 2024
THE LIFESPAN OF A FACT
August 22-25, 2024
PLAYS-IN-DEVELOPMENT: NOTHING GOLD
September 13, 2024
PLAYS-IN-DEVELOPMENT: HOLIDAYS AND SWEET LIFE
September 14, 2024
ANASTASIA: THE MUSICAL
October 10-13 and 17-20, 2024
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
December 5-8 and 12-15, 2024
NUNSENSE
January/February 2025. Dates TBA.
SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS
April 3-6, 2025
SAUK SHORTS 2025
April 24-27, 2025
All performances at the Sauk Theatre, 240 E. Chicago Street in Jonesville, Michigan. The box office can be reached by calling 517-849-9100.
For more information, including audition notices and ticket information, please visit www.thesauk.org.
Shopping & Lodging
Hillsdale County has an eclectic assortment of shopping options, offering everything from fine men and women’s clothing to antiques to gear for the outdoor enthusiast. From everyday fare like pizza, burgers, and ice cream to traditional home-style cooking and even fine dining and ethnic food, you’ll find culinary treasures throughout the county.
The City of Hillsdale , as the most populous community, has the largest range of shopping and dining establishments in the county, some family owned and operated for generations. The commercial strip between Hillsdale and Jonesville provides many shopping and dining options. A trip to Downtown Hillsdale reveals unique women’s clothing and accessories; locally-handcrafted gifts and art; vintage clothing and furniture; fine jewelry; retail and custom furniture; housewares; and an impressive hardware store. From May through October, choose locally-grown and produced veggies, fruits, baked goods, and more at the farmers market on the Courthouse Square. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Hillsdale doesn’t disappoint with its mix of pizzerias, coffee shops, pubs and taverns, ice cream shops, family-style diners, fast food, and full-service eateries.
In the City of Jonesville , check out the men’s and women’s wear at Powers Clothing, family-owned since 1892 and established as the world’s oldest Carhartt dealer. There are also shops with unique gift and home decor items. Stop at the old school house just outside of town that houses Bretty’s, featuring folk art and Americana-style collectibles, gifts, artwork, and more. Enjoy an evening of upscale dining or authentic barbeque in Downtown Jonesville, sip homemade root beer at the drive-in restaurant; have lunch, dinner, and drinks in an old brick home; or try an unusual ice cream treat. Visit the bakery that’s locally famous for their delicious creations.
Browse through the collectibles shops in Downtown Reading, then stay for a beer and burger at the local tavern. Purchase a variety of outdoor gear, stop in at the hardware store, or tame your hunger with a meal at, A HInt of, the former golf course restaurant in Litchfield
Along the Old Sauk Trail, Allen bills itself as “The Antique Capital of the World” with over 100,000 square feet of antiques. The smaller communities of Camden , Montgomery , Pittsford and Waldron all have local eateries that add to the local flavor.
Visitors to Hillsdale County can choose among a variety of lodging options from traditional hotels and motels to quaint bed and breakfasts and deluxe to rustic style camping. Several properties have conference, retreat, and private party facilities available.
Pour me something good!
From great coffee to sweet cocktails, Hillsdale County features many places to sip and savor your way to a great day!
Jilly Beans Coffee House offers great coffee and a whole lot more with two locations, one in Hillsdale and the other in Jonesville. Checker Records, in downtown Hillsdale, is also a very popular coffee spot. We also boast two Biggby Coffee franchises—one in Hillsdale and one in Jonesville.
If you’re looking for something with a little more kick, Here’s to You Pub and Grub has 27 beers on tap so you’re sure to find exactly what you’re tastebuds are craving. Rough Draft (Hillsdale) offers coffee using locally-sourced beans as well as cocktails and a menu of light eats and baked goods. There are also two craft breweries: Hillsdale Brewing Company and Ramshackle Brewing Company in Jonesville. Rosalie’s Roadhouse is famous for their Long Island Iced Tea, and Olivia’s Chop House has a nice bar. Johnny T’s Bistro offers tasty cocktails and The Hunt Club in Hillsdale serves drinks, too. Hillsdale gained its first sports bar when Underdogs—Sliders, Spirits and Sports— opened inside Market House.
Local Eateries
Discover Hillsdale County’s best local restaurants – places where locals gather to eat, sip, and connect. From family-run barbecue havens and sandwich joints to restaurants with healthy, seasonal offerings and dishes created by master chefs, you’ve got plenty of culinary options to satisfy every palate. At night, cozy up at a local coffee shop that also carries craft beers from around Michigan and even creates handmade cocktails. Enjoy a local craft beer at the breweries in downtown Hillsdale and Jonesville.
You can also find fresh produce and meats raised by some of the most passionate people in Hillsdale County. There are numerous farms that grow local, organic produce and local grass-fed meats – all available for purchase. Every May through October, stock up on produce from local farmers at the farmers market located on the courthouse square. Supporting local farmers means more for the economy and more for our farmers.
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a nightcap – Hillsdale County has it all for you.
Hillsdale Outdoors
A Water Sports Paradise
Five thousand acres of water including 70 lakes and the headwaters of five major river systems make Hillsdale County a premier location in the tri-state region for fishing, swimming, boating, canoeing, kayaking, and water skiing. Many lakes have public access and public boat launching areas including the county’s largest, Baw Beese Lake an all-sports lake of just over 400 acres; Bear, Bird, Cub, Diane, Hemlock, Little Long, Long, and Round lakes also have public access.
Pike, perch, bass, crappie, muskie, catfish, and other varieties of fresh water fish are plentiful in Hillsdale County lakes. Long Lake has walleye; Bird and Bear Lakes have trout; Baw Beese, Bear, Bird, and Round Lakes are plentiful with bluegill. Lake Diane is a popular spot for large catfish and muskie. The only registered pay lake in Michigan, located in the northwest corner of the county, touts it has the largest catfish in Michigan. Trout fishing enthusiasts can try their luck in the Kalamazoo River near Mosherville and on the East Branch of the St. Joseph of Maumee River in the Lost Nation State Game Area .
Ice fishing is a favorite winter pastime in Hillsdale County, especially during the many popular tip-up festivals held in the area. The Hillsdale County Conservation Club Tip-Up Festival , held the last weekend of January, is the second-oldest tip-up festival in Michigan.
The State of Michigan waives fishing license fees twice each year: the third weekend of February and the first week in June. This allows residents and out of state visitors to test their angler skills. Inland and Great Lakes waters fishing regulations still apply.
A Trail Runs Through It
A section of the North Country Trail weaves its way through Hillsdale County. From the Ohio border, it moves north through the rolling hills of the Lost Nation State Game Area and into Hillsdale and Jonesville, eventually heading northwest to Calhoun County. Lost Nation also has forests, wildflowers, ponds, and a meandering trout stream where hunting, hiking, fishing, shooting sports, and other outdoor activities are enjoyed.
Aside from the Lost Nation’s portion of the trail, eight miles of paved trail running from Sandy Beach at Baw Beese Lake in Hillsdale and ending in downtown Jonesville wind along water features, wooded areas and neighborhoods and is a favorite of bicyclists, walkers, runners and bird watchers.
Mud on Your Tires
Located on US-12 approximately two miles north of Jerome in Somerset Township, Bundy Hill park is a vast, 350-acre area containing twenty new, challenging trails that have been groomed specifically for ATVs, ORVs, Jeeps, bikes, side-by-sides, 4x4 rigs, and crawlers. You’ll find everything on these trails: mud, rock crawls, tire crawls, wooded trails, steep hills, gullies, pea-gravel climbs, hood-deep water, and plenty of off-camber challenges throughout the park. Bundy Hill Offroad takes pride in being an alcohol-free and family-friendly place to wheel for all ages.
A Hunter’s Heaven
Known for some of the best whitetail deer hunting in south central lower Michigan, Hillsdale County also has plenty for the small game hunter to enjoy including turkey, pheasant, duck, geese, and rabbit. The State of Michigan maintains three wild game hunting areas in Hillsdale County: Lost Nation, Adams Township, and Somerset State Game Areas.
Hillsdale County has several hunting preserves and facilities open to the public that offer day and guided hunts. Guests can hunt or trap species including pheasant, quail, Hungarian partridge, chukar, and elk. Several of the annual tip-up festivals in the county feature hunting and trapping contests.
Bird Watching
Hillsdale County has more than 260 species of birds from deep woods to open grassland varieties. Wild turkey, swan, warbler, crane, heron, owl, pheasant, and occasionally birds of prey like the osprey and bald eagle are sighted. A migratory bird sanctuary is located in the Somerset State Game Area
Golf
Hillsdale County has two public 9-hole courses ( Mill Race in Jonesville, and one 18-hole public course ( White Oaks , just outside of Hillsdale). The Hills of Baw Beese Lake , overlooking Baw Beese Lake, is a 9-hole private course. Seasonal Swing , located at the north end of downtown Hillsdale, lets you practice off the course with their indoor golf simulation technology.
Hillsdale County Parks
SANDY BEACH, OWENS MEMORIAL PARK, WATERWORKS PARK
www.cityofhillsdale.org
This park system operated by the City of Hillsdale winds along the north shore of all-sports Baw Beese Lake and a portion of the Baw Beese section of the North Country Trail, providing a scenic setting for a variety of outdoor activities including fishing, swimming, and picnicking. Sandy Beach has long been a favorite destination of residents and visitors. A seasonal marina, recently renovated beach, splash pad, swimming, and concession area make this a popular family fun spot. Owens Memorial Park features a disc golf course and 25 acres of picnic and playground areas with several pavilions available for rent. Waterworks Park has a public boat launch, playground equipment, picnic tables and grills, restrooms, and parking facilities.
MRS. STOCK’S PARK
www.cityofhillsdale.org
Over a hundred years ago, Wilhelmina Stock—wife of F.W. Stock who owned Stock’s Mill—transformed this property behind their home into a park filled with thousands of shrubs and plants. Renovated over the last several years, the park annually hosts a summer concert and outdoor movie series and is a popular spot for weddings. Facilities include a pavilion for rent and picnic tables.
SLAYTON ARBORETUM
www.hillsdale.edu/outreach/ arboretum
This park, with a variety of plant life, beautiful stonework, picnic area, and nature trails, is located on the campus of Hillsdale College.
LEWIS EMERY PARK
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Locally known as the “Rearing Ponds,” Lewis Emery Park has five manmade fishing ponds with handicapped-accessible docks, playground equipment, outdoor restrooms, baseball fields, and a community building available for rent.
MCCOURTIE PARK
www.michigan.org/property/ mccourtie-park
A walk through the park reveals 17 historic trabajo el rustico bridges built in the 1920s. Other facilities include a pavilion, picnic tables, outdoor grills, outdoor restrooms, baseball/softball field, tennis courts, basketball court, and playground equipment. The park holds Somerset’s annual 4th of July fireworks show.
FIREMAN’S PARK
www.cityoflitchfield.org
This park includes a pavilion, picnic tables, outdoor grills, outdoor restrooms, basketball, volleyball, shuffleboard, playground equipment, handicapped-accessible fishing dock, and a bicycle/nature trail.
ROTARY PARK
www.reading.mi.us
Playground equipment and basketball hoops are available at this park which is also used for a 3-on-3 basketball tournament during the annual Reading Festival Days the 1st weekend of August.
FAST PARK
www.jonesville.org
The G. Carl Fast Park is a green oasis in downtown Jonesville with a pavilion, picnic tables, park benches, small play area for children, and free wireless access. The park annually hosts several activities during Riverfest held the 3rd weekend of May and welcomes vendors the 2nd weekend in August for Michigan’s Longest Garage Sale.
Disc Golf
Disc golf is played much like golf. Instead of a ball and clubs, though, players use a flying disc or Frisbee®. The sport was formalized in the 1970s and shares with golf the object of completing each hole in the fewest strokes (or, in the case of disc golf, fewest throws).
Disc golf is designed to be enjoyed by people of all ages, gender identity, and economic status, making it a great lifetime fitness activity. Because disc golf is so easy to learn, no one is excluded; players merely match their pace to their capabilities and proceed from there.
Ready to give a go? Below are a few courses located in Hillsdale and surrounding areas.
OWENS MEMORIAL DISC GOLF COURSE
300 Waterworks Drive, Hillsdale Holes: 9
McCourtie Park 18 Holes
10426 S Jackson Rd, Cement City (located in Somerset Center)
1620 Barber Dr, Hillsdale Holes: 18
PARK DISC
18 Holes Raisin Township, Adrian
PARK DISC COURSE Park: 1776 Heritage Park Dr, Coldwater (course is off of Northshore Dr.) Holes: 9
HILLSDALE COLLEGE HAYDEN PARK DISC GOLF
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Local Events
JANUARY
LITCHFIELD TIP-UP AND HUNTING, TRAPPING FESTIVAL
3rd weekend in January Litchfield, MI
Search Litchfield Tip-Up & Hunting, Trapping Festival on Facebook
HILLSDALE COUNTY CONSERVATION CLUB TIP-UP FESTIVAL
Last weekend in January Osseo, MI
Visit hillsdalecountyconservationclub.com
FEBRUARY
READING TIP-UP FESTIVAL
1st weekend in February Reading, MI
CAPA CHARITY BALL capahillsdale.net
MARCH
HILLSDALE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS ARTRAGEOUS
Hillsdale – Davis Middle School hillsdaleschools.org
APRIL
CAPA COLOR 5K RUN/WALK capahillsdale.net
MAY
OSSEO HERITAGE DAYS
2nd weekend in May Osseo, MI
Search Osseo Heritage Day & Great Mushroom Hunt on Facebook
JONESVILLE RIVERFEST
3rd weekend in May Downtown Jonesville www.jonesvilleriverfest.com
PITTSFORD MEMORIAL DAY PARADE
Memorial Day Downtown Pittsford townofpittsford.org/memorial-day
2nd weekend in August US-12 through Michigan us12heritagetrail.org
NORTH ADAMS HERITAGE DAYS
2nd weekend in August
Downtown North Adams facebook.com/naheritageday
CAMDEN FARMERS’ DAYS
2nd weekend in August Camden, MI
LITCHFIELD SWEET CORN DAYS
3rd weekend in August Downtown Litchfield cityoflitchfield.org
CAPA ANNUAL GOLF OUTING capahillsdale.net
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SEPTEMBER
WALDRON LABOR DAY CELEBRATION
Labor Day weekend
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HILLSDALE COUNTY FAIR
Begins 3rd Sunday after Labor Day Hillsdale County Fairgrounds hillsdalecountyfair.org
THE LITTLE WHITE HOUSE ON THE HILL
Runs during the fair hillsdalehistoricalsociety.org
Last Saturday in October Downtown Reading facebook.com/ReadingCOC/
TASTE OF AUTUMN
Last Saturday in October stpetersfreeclinic.org
NOVEMBER
HOLIDAY CRAFT BAZAAR
Thanksgiving weekend
Hillsdale High School hillsdaleschools.org
SMALL TOWN SATURDAY
Saturday after Thanksgiving Downtown Hillsdale facebook.com/hillsdalebusinessassociation
DECEMBER
HBA DOWNTOWN SCAVENGER HUNT & LIGHT UP HILLSDALE PARADE
1st Saturday in December Downtown Hillsdale facebook.com/hillsdalebusinessassociation
CHRISTMAS AT THE POORHOUSE
1st weekend in December Hillsdale hillsdalehistoricalsociety.org
CHRISTMAS IN JONESVILLE
1st weekend in December Jonesville, MI jonesvillebusiness.org
CHRISTMAS AT THE GROSVENOR HOUSE
1st two weekends in December Jonesville jonesville.org
READING’S OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS
2nd weekend in December
Downtown Reading
EVENTS
MRS. STOCK’S PARK CONCERTS
Tuesdays, late June through July
Mrs. Stock’s Park, Downtown Hillsdale cityofhillsdale.org
HILLSDALE BPU MOVIES
June - August
Mrs. Stock’s Park, Downtown Hillsdale facebook.com/HillsdaleBPU
TRI-COUNTY SERIES
May - August
Hillsdale County tricountyrace.wixsite.com/fitnessseries
HILLSDALE COUNTY FARMERS MARKET
May - October
Downtown Hillsdale
OPEN AIR MARKET
June - October
Hillsdale Community Library 517.398.3067
AUCTIONS AT HILLSDALE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Every Saturday year round
Hillsdale County Fairgrounds hillsdalecountyfair.org/
HILLSDALE COMMUNITY THEATRE
Year round
The Sauk, Jonesville thesauk.org
SAGE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Year round
Campus of Hillsdale College hillsdale.edu/about/facilities/fine-arts-building
HILLSDALE ARTS CHORALE
Year round
Hillsdale hillsdaleartschorale.com
Business & Industry
Rooted in manufacturing and agriculture , Hillsdale County serves major markets with a mix of industries producing molded plastics, wood products, textiles, paper, modular housing, food products, and medical and automotive components. Warehousing, product distribution, and test facilities are also part of the industrial mix. Agricultural commodities such as soybeans, corn, and wheat are the main products grown and sold. Over 1,000 agriculturally-related enterprises in Hillsdale County produce beef and dairy cattle, sheep, swine, vegetables and fruits, perennials, and forest products. Because of its central location between Detroit and Chicago; proximity to US-12, M-99, US-127, I-69, and I-80; and favorable business climate for manufacturing and agriculture, these sectors will continue to be driving forces in Hillsdale County’s economy.
Hillsdale, Litchfield, Camden, Jonesville, and Reading all have developed industrial parks served by modern infrastructure, some with access to high-speed internet. Throughout the county, you will also find clusters of industrial activity in places like Pittsford, Osseo, North Adams, and Waldron.
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Buying a Home
Your Realtor has the inside scoop regardless of whether you are buying an existing home or looking at new construction homes. They know the area’s real estate market inside and out and can help you get the best deal possible.
While the web has transformed the way people shop for homes and empowers you as a buyer to go into your house hunt well-informed, the sheer amount of information out there will be difficult to navigate alone. Dizzying even.
And though buying a house appears to be all about the numbers on the surface, the reality is that you’re about to get on an emotional rollercoaster. A realtor can help you step back and look beyond poor styling to focus on the structural qualities of the home so you don’t miss out on a house with hidden potential. At the opposite end, your agent sees through professional staging and camera angles that expand room size in online listing photos, directing your attention to the fact that the stylish pad you love lacks the square footage and storage on your must-have list.
Education
For a community its size, Hillsdale County has many K-12 educational options, both public and private. Eight school districts (Camden-Frontier, Hillsdale, Jonesville, Litchfield, North Adams-Jerome, Pittsford, Reading, Waldron) and two public charter schools (Will Carleton Academy and Hillsdale Preparatory School) offer schools of choice, all served by the Hillsdale Intermediate School District. Hillsdale Academy, affiliated with Hillsdale College and known for its quality elementary education and college prep high school classes, is one of five private and parochial schools in the county. For those seeking Pre-K educational resources, Hillsdale County has several public, private, and state-affiliated preschools.
The Hillsdale County Intermediate School District provides vocational and career training through the Hillsdale Workforce Development & Technology Center. The center offers training on CNC equipment, CAD design, construction trades, criminal justice, and health sciences. Programs offered through the center assist students to acquire the skills necessary for successful entry into the workplace or post-secondary education.
HigherEducation
Consistently ranked as one of America’s best colleges by Barron’s, U.S. News & World Report, and others, Hillsdale College is one of the nation’s oldest private four-year liberal arts institutions. The college has expanded its academic scope to include master’s and doctoral degrees. Hillsdale College attracts many of the nation’s leading names in education, entertainment, media, athletics, and political/social policy. Residents and visitors can take advantage of educational opportunities through the college including stimulating lectures by noted speakers.
In 1991, Jackson College began offering classes at the Clyde LeTarte Center in Hillsdale. Areas of study include accounting, allied health, business, criminal justice, graphic design, nursing, and academic transfer classes as well as dual enrollment opportunities for Hillsdale County high school students. For information about educational and learning opportunities in and near Hillsdale County, visit one of the following:
Hillsdale: ISD www.hillsdale-isd.org
Hillsdale Academy: www.academy.hillsdale.edu
Jackson College: www.jccmi.edu/hillsdale
Hillsdale College: www.hillsdale.edu
Hillsdale College’s Searle Center and stunning Hoynak banquet hall provide elegant venues ideal for weddings, rehearsal dinners, receptions, business banquets, meetings, or other group events; additional meeting/ conference spaces are also available. Couple your event with a stay in one of our beautifully updated 36 hotel rooms for the convenience and service that best suits your needs!
The Searle Center Offers:
• Seating for up to 700
• Individualized menu choices
• Additional terrace seating in warm weather
• Covered curbside drop-off and entrance
• Large lobbies for pre-function events
• Elevator and escalator
EXPERIENCE CLASSIC ELEGANCE in the ELIZABETH HOYNAK ARCHIVE CENTER!
Located in the Dow Center, the Elizabeth Hoynak Archive Center accommodates up to 100 people in a lovely setting, distinguished by its grand staircase and collection of historic artifacts. This room provides the perfect setting for your dinner, fundraiser, or wedding reception.
For rental information, please call (517) 437-3311 or email Kristine Healy at khealy@hillsdale.edu
Hillsdale Community Thrift
By Angela Hebert
Over $150,000—that’s how much Hillsdale Com munity Thrift (HCT) has given back to the community since it opened in November of 2018... that’s over 750 families that we served. That was the mission from the beginning; the community was lacking a place to get essential items quickly. That’s what the store offers, a place where the community can donate their unused or unwanted items for those in need to come and get the essentials, such as clothes, furniture, and home necessities.
Hillsdale Community Thrift still remains self-operational, covering high monthly expenses of three locations that could only be supported by the community when they donate to or purchase from the store. HCT keeps prices low on essential items making them accessible to all. Other non-essential items such home décor and collectibles are priced intentionally but fairly to help the non-profit sustain. The employees work very hard to be conscientious of prices and want to make it a deal for customers. They spend a lot of time researching prices on items to be considerate of the customers but also to be able to continue the mission.
Hillsdale Community Thrift has been able to help support other non-profits and community organizations by helping supply items needed for their clients free of charge. For example, when homeless veterans and community members are housed, HCT has been able to give the items needed to start their homes. We give clothes and extra supplies to classrooms/schools with students in need. When families experience house fires, they can come to the store and get a week's worth of clothes for each member of the family.
Hillsdale Community Thrift also gives back to the community by having recurring sales at the store and warehouse.
To name a few:
• Veterans’ discount is every day.
• Every 3rd Monday of the month - free pair of shoes
• Mondays & Tuesdays - senior discount
• Tuesday - double loyalty points
• Wednesday - five free books
• Saturday - five free CDs
• Specialty sales daily—check Hillsdale Community Thrift Facebook page.
HCT increased their support for community members struggling with homelessness when the city council approved the ordinance that prohibited them from staying/camping on city/public property. Those who choose to follow the rules set by HCT are allowed to stay on the property behind the store which is called Camp Hope because they are JUST HOMELESS NOT HOPELESS.
To name a few rules, they must all comply with no illegal substance use and must pass a drug test. They must actively be looking for a job and working with agencies/community organizations to better their current situation. Hillsdale Community Thrift has helped pay for or provided transportation for campers to get legal documents such as drivers licenses, birth certificates, and social security cards. We’ve taken campers to doctor’s appointments, to jobs, and to rehab. Most of all, HCT have given these members of our community emotional support and encouragement to help themselves out of the situation they live in every day, giving them a leg up with a healthy support system. Camp Hope has had over 90 people stay since April 2023, helping over 2/3s of them find housing.
Some ways community members could help support Hillsdale Community Thrift is by continuing to donate and shop at the store and warehouse, donating basic items for those struggling with homelessness (see list below), donating time working in the store, or helping with the campers by providing guidance or transportation.
We give back to the community with a 100% discount to those most in need, unhoused, foster children, house fire victims, and at-risk school age children.
Also helping the unhoused and housed with their immediate needs to move foward. Helping them with Drivers License, Social Security cards and Birth Certificates. We provide an area for updated information on helpful resources in our county and in our state.
We partner with other community nonprofits such as Do’ Chase II, Drug Court, Hillsdale Veterans Affairs, DHS, CAA and Love INC to help fulfill each other's missions.
All of this support wouldn't be possible without the community's support with donations of their unwanted items for us to sell to keep our non-profit
One of the other ways that helps us sustain is by selling our ripped and stained clothing/shoes/bags/linens etc. to a recycling company. It helps us create another source of income for the community while keeping it out of landfills.
Drop off donations at back of building
Living Well In Hillsdale!
Hillsdale County offers many healthcare options including family practice and specialty physicians, optometric and opthalmology care, chiropractic, and fitness facilities to help you live your best life. Hillsdale Hospital has continually cared for the Hillsdale community since 1915. Nursing facilities and a senior services center help support
our aging community. Free medical care consisting of local volunteer medical professionals is offered to those in need. Every aspect of health and wellness is covered here in Hillsdale County.
Hillsdale Hospital continuously evaluates Hillsdale County and surrounding areas for expanding service lines which recently include specialty clinic services, physician offices, and health care products at their Home Oxygen/DME center in downtown Hillsdale. The hospital owns and operates the longest-serving health care clinic in Reading, Michigan, and an urgent care clinic in Hillsdale. Their model for providing health care is aimed at reaching each community within the service area.
Excellence in Healthcare Service: Hillsdale Hospital has continued to expand its physical plant, services, and expertise to meet the needs of the community. With a philosophy to serve the community and continually strive for excellence, Hillsdale Hospital has grown into a facility that serves Hillsdale County
residents and attracts patients from many other areas. Hillsdale Hospital has a large Home Care Department, Rehabilitation Department (complete with aquatic pool), Home Oxygen, and Pain Management Clinic.
Specialized, Patient-Driven Care:
Hillsdale Hospital is a technologicallyadvanced hospital, utilizing an enhanced and highly-developed CT scanner, MRI (magnetic resonance imaging), 3D mammography, state-of-the-art lab equipment for in-house diagnostics, high-tech critical care and emergency departments, the expanded Randall D. Wigent Center for Cardiopulmonary Services, a productive surgery department including four surgical suites and an ophthalmology suite. The third floor holds the center’s Specialty Services Unit with private suites for orthopedic patients as well as a Sleep Lab Diagnostic Center.
Hillsdale County Medical Care Facility is a countyowned, nonprofit skilled nursing facility governed by the Hillsdale County Social Services Board. HCMCF is an integrated rehabilitation center offering physical, occupational, speech, respiratory, and IV therapies. The facility has an excellent activity program specializing in individual relationships to meet the needs of the residents. HCMCF is an Eden Alternative registered site. Claudia’s Glen, a cottage-like structure with 10 private bedrooms and bathrooms, large open living room, dining room, kitchen, and outdoor space gives long-term residents the ability to live in a more intimate, less institutional setting.
Hillsdale County Senior Services Center (a.k.a. Perennial Park) is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting good health, independence, and opportunities for socialization and involvement in the community for Hillsdale County residents age 50 and older. Acting as a Department on Aging agency in Hillsdale County, the center offers a wide array of programs and services including: Meals on Wheels and congregate lunch program, on-site adult day respite and onsite temporary 24-hr. respite program, home care assistance, non-emergency medical transportation, durable medical equipment loan, a variety of lifelong learning and socialization opportunities, and much more. The facility includes a dining/multi-purpose room available for rental with a seating capacity of 200+, a fitness center with memberships available to persons age 13 and older, a computer lab, and a lending library. We invite you to call (517) 437-2422 or (800) 4793348 or visit our website (www.hillsdaleseniors.org) for more information. Or, better yet, stop by for lunch and a tour! Perennial Park is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Find them on Facebook at facebook. com/hillsdaleseniors.
Hospice of Hillsdale County services for patients and their loved ones when a cure is no longer attainable. Staffed by professionals and trained, caring volunteers, Hospice of Hillsdale County offers physician and nursing care, hospice aide and homemaker services, music therapy, pastoral care, grief support, and bereavement counseling among other services. Their goal is to ensure that “patients and their loved ones are made comfortable, safe, and are provided with medical, emotional, and spiritual support they need and deserve.”
Serving uninsured, underinsured, and low-income individuals, care. The clinic is open each Tuesday evening from 5 - 8 pm in the basement of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in
Amy Gingras 517-262-1445
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Megan
517-775-6261
Amy Aldrich 517-474-6991
Linda Sopko 517-395-9686
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Catch some Smiles!
For detailed information about hunting and fishing in Michigan, visit michigan.gov/dnr. This section will provide you with everything you need to know about rules and regulations, how to apply for a hunting or fishing license, and what species are available in our lakes, rivers, woods, and fields.
A Small Town Feel,
Stay & Play
CAMPGROUNDS
Berry Lake Campground Reading, MI ben@reading.mi.us
Gateway Park Campground gatewayparkcampground.com
4111 W. Hallett Rd, Hillsdale 517-437-7005
Hillsdale County Fairgrounds hillsdalecountyfair.org/camping
115 S. Broad St., Hillsdale 517-437-3622
Kimball Camp YMCA kimballcamp.com
4502 Berlin Dr., Reading 517-283-2168
Marble Springs Campground marblesprings.com 9411 W. Chicago Rd (US -12), Allen 517-869-2522
Michindoh Conference Center michindoh.com
4545 E Bacon Rd, Hillsdale 517-523-3616
Moscow Maples RV Park moscowmaples.com 8291 E. Chicago Rd (US -12), Moscow 517-688-9853
Six Lakes Campgrounds 6lakescampground.com 2155 Hudson Rd. (M-99), Hillsdale 517-439-5660
Somerset Beach Campground somersetbeach.org 9822 Brooklawn, Somerset Center 201-555-0123
Way Back Campground & Cabin Rentals
Facebook page: Way Back Campground LLC”
3590 Jonesville Rd, Jonesville 517-849-0082
HOTELS/
MOTELS
America’s Best Value Inn
americasbestvalueinnjonesvillemi.com
516 W. Chicago St., Jonesville 517-849-2137
Days Inn Hillsdale daysinn.com
3241 W Carleton Rd, Hillsdale (517) 439-3297
Dow Leadership Center Hotel & Conference Center
dowcenterhotel.hillsdale.edu 22 E. Galloway Dr., Hillsdale 517-437-3311
Baw Beese Inn 1729 S. Hudson Rd (M-99), Hillsdale 517-437-3389
Airbnb
Wildlife Sanctuary airbnb.com (See Ad on page 81) Hillsdale 517-398-0999
The Brickhouse of Somerset brickhousebb.com 14240 Chicago Rd (US 12), Cement City (located in Somerset) 517-547-5885
Munro House B&B munrohouse.com
202 Maumee St., Jonesville 517-849-9292
The Rooms at Grayfield roomsatgrayfield.com
310 W. Chicago St. (US -12), Jonesville 517-849-9580
Join The Fun
• Deluxe Family RV Resor t
• Big Rigs Welcome
• Premier Pull-Through & Back-In Full Hook Up Sites
• Food Truck
• Heated Pool
• Jumping Pillow & Gaga Pit
• Propane Fill Station
• Cabin Rentals & RV Rental
• Wood Deliver y
• Planned Ac tivities
• Pet Friendly
• Wi-Fi
• Located on South Sand Lake, A 90-Acre All-Spor ts Lake
READY TO SWING A CLUB?
With more public courses than any other state in the nation (over 850 of them, according to Forbes Magazine), Michigan offers resident and visiting golfers a wide selection of places to enjoy the game they love. (Or, love to hate, depending upon how the day’s round goes!) Some public courses offer memberships that can save you money if you golf frequently, so be sure to look into that when you find a course you love to play.
Lake Le Ann Golf Club 10339 Fairway Dr., Jerome, MI 49249
www.lakeleanngolfclub.com 517-688-3445
Facebook: Lake Le Ann Golf Club & Driving Range
Nine holes with a driving range, carts & clubs available for rent, pro in house and tee times welcomed. Soft spikes only.
Mill Race Golf Course
200 Adrian Rd., Jonesville, MI 49250
www.millracegolfcourse.com 517-849-9439
Facebook: Mill Race Golf Course
Nine holes, driving range, carts and clubs available for rent, pro in house and tee times welcomed. Three sets of tees. Soft spikes only.
White Oaks Golf Club 2171 Bankers Rd., Hillsdale, MI 49242
www.whiteoaksgc.com 517-4373434
Facebook: White Oaks Golf Club
Eighteen holes, carts & clubs available for rent. Two sets of tees. Soft spikes only.
The Hills of Baw Beese Lake
1990 Ash-Te-Wette Beach Dr., Hillsdale, MI 49242
www.hillsdale.golf 517-437-2201
Facebook: Hillsdale Golf & C.C. The Hills of Baw Beese Lake
Nine holes, tee times welcomed, carts available, on-site dining.
OAKS GOLF CLUB
Resource Guide
Automotive
Foulk Auto Body
517-320-4279
317 W. Chicago St. Jonesville, MI 49250
Lancaster Glass (517) 610-7860
317 W Chicago St, Jonesville, Mi 49250 lancasterglass.net
Stillwell Ford (517) 849-2121
3780 W Carleton Rd #M-99, Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.stillwellford.com
3340 Beck Rd, Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.beckerscrivens.com
Breathe Free Duct Cleaning
517-297-9909 1252 E Chicago Rd Jonesville, MI 49250 www.breathefreeduct.com
Griffiths Mechanical 517-213-4457
10250 E Chicago Rd Jonesville, MI 49250 www.griffithsmechanical.com
Jonesville Lumber (517) 849-2181
108 W Chicago St, Jonesville, MI 49250 jonesvillelumber.com
MT Hardwoods
517-523-3468
115 E Bacon St Hillsdale, MI 49242
www.mthardwoods.com
Point Rental & Sales (517) 849-9770
4130 Beck Rd, J onesville, MI 49250
Ryan & Bradshaw Heating & Plumbing (517) 437-4259
1401 Vera Dr, Hillsdale, MI 49242
Slovacek Home Maintenance, LLC 517-425-0097
Somerset Hardware
517-688-3756
12180 Chicago Rd Somerset Center, MI 49282
Stoll Construction, LLC
517-849-7470
590 Olds Street Jonesville, MI 49250 www.stollcm.com
Business
Barrett Insurance Agency LLC (517) 849-1000
125 W Chicago St., Jonesville, MI 49250 www.barrettins.com
Bildner & Donahue, PC
517-439-1585 1522 Hudson Rd Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.bildneranddonahue.com
Southern Michigan Bank & Trust 517-493-1500 10 E Carleton Rd Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.smb-t.com
State Farm Insurance –Jason Adcock (517) 437-3364
8 W Carleton Rd, Hillsdale, MI 49242 jasonsffamily.com
Education
Great Start Collaborative (517) 689-1815
3471 Beck Rd, Hillsdale, MI 49242
Hillsdale College (517) 437-7341
33 E College St, Hillsdale, MI 49242 hillsdale.edu
Hillsdale College –
Dow Coference Center (517) 437-3311
dowcenterhotel.hillsdale.edu
Hillsdale College –
John A Halter Shooting Center (517) 610-5593
4390 Bankers Rd, Hillsdale, MI 49242
shootingsports.hillsdale.edu
Hillsdale Community Schools (517) 610-5593
114 W Fayette St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
Hillsdale County ISD (517) 437-0990
310 W Bacon St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
Food & Beverage
Biggby Coffee 210 W Carleton Rd, Hillsdale, MI 49242
Biggby Coffee (517) 448-3141
325 Railroad St, Hudson, MI 49247 www.biggby.com
Cherry Creek Cellars 517-592-4663
11500 Silver Lake Hwy Brooklyn, MI 49230 www.cherrycreekwine.com
Harts Local (517) 448-9001
215 W Main St, Hudson, MI 49247 hartslocal.com
Jonesville Bakery
517-849-9864
243 E Chicago St Jonesville, MI 49250
Local Eatery (517) 610-5650
38 N Howell St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
Market House (517) 437-2100
210 W Carleton Rd, Hillsdale, MI 49242 market-house.com
Health & Fitness
Anytime Fitness (517) 439-2407
210 West Carleton Rd, Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.anytimefitness.com
CASA (Child Appointed Special Advocate) 517-425-4145
59 N Broad St Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.hillsdalecasa.org
Crossroads Home Care
517-849-4663
3203 Beck Rd Suite D Hillsdale, MI 49242
Hillsdale Family Chiropractor (517) 439-9800
79 Hillsdale St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
www.hillsdalefamilychiro.com
St. Peter’s Free Clinic
517-437-4041
3 N Broad St Hillsdale, MI 49242
www.stpetersfreeclinic.org
Housing
Woods Of Lochaven (517)990-4439
2001 Barnard Road Hillsdale, Michigan 49250
Legal
KB Law Office (517) 797-6021
43 North St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
www.kburgerlaw.com
Retail
Hillsdale Community Thrift
517-513-1729
390 W Carleton Rd Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.hillsdalecommunitythrift.org
Powers Clothing (517) 782-7131
227 E Chicago St, Jonesville, MI 49250
Miscellaneous
Eagle Funeral Home (517) 437-3160
40 S Manning St, Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.eaglefuneralhomes.com
Lake Wilson Storage 517-439-4100
3031 West Hallett Rd Hillsdale, MI 49242 www.hillsdalestorage.com
The BLOSSOM SHOP 517) 437-4160
14 N Howell St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
(www.hillsdaleblossomshopmi.com
Recreation
All Aboard Travel Inc (517) 437-4844
10 S Howell St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
www.allaboardtravelhillsdale.com
Dragons Den Combat Sports 517-398-6727
Emergency
Check out our new energy efficiency program –www.efficiencysmart.org/hillsdale-michigan
Free electronics recycling events – check your bill stuffers for dates or visit our website
Check for Leaky Faucets- A dripping faucet can waste 3 gallons of water per day!
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Check your Breaker Panel Do neighbors have power? Watch for downed lines
Take a few minutes today to verify that we have a current phone number on file for your
Small Town Day ...a fun scavenger hunt
Let’s face it, sometimes we all take for granted the things that are right in front of us. This is where the idea of “Small Town Day” came from. Gather some friends or family and enjoy a day in a small town! We have compiled a list of things to do and look for.
• Grab a drink at a locally owned coffee shop
• Lunch at local diner, craft brewery, café
• Bakery of course
• Chat with a local
• Antique store
• Art gallery/yarn shop/craft store/artisan cheese shop
• Museum, ethnographic or otherwise
• Outside murals
• Historic markers
• Historic church
• Historic cemetery
Historic walking trail or river walk
• Welcome to our town sign
• Street pole banners
• Flower box/planters, etc.
• Holiday decorations
• Learn about town festivals
• Learn about outdoor concerts
• Visit a summer farmers market
Good to Know Numbers
FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Camden Fire Dept
Hillsdale City Fire Dept
Hillsdale Rural Fire Dept
Hudson City Fire Dept
Jonesville City Fire Dept.
Litchfield City Fire Dept.
Moscow Fire Department
Pittsford Jefferson Fire Dept.
Reading City Fire Dept.
Somerset Fire Dept.
Wright-Waldron Fire Dept.
Woodbridge Township Fire Dept.
517.368.5129
517.437.6451
517.437.4322
517.448.2231
517.849.9451
517.542.3477
517.688.4844
517.523.2432
517.283.3528
517.688.4406
517.286.6611
517.254.4187
UTILITIES & TELECOMMUNICATION
ATT
Consumers Energy
Xfinity
Hillsdale Board of Public Utilities
Michigan Gas Utilities
TRASH & RECYCLING
Jefferson Township
Trash & Recycling Center
Lake Pleasant Recycling
Modern Waste
1.800.288.2020
1.800.477.5050
1.800.934.6489
517.437.3387
1.800.401.6451
CITIES, VILLAGES, AND TOWNSHIPS
City of Hillsdale 517.437.6441
City of Jonesville 517.849.2104
City of Litchfield 517.542.2921
City of Reading 517.283.2604
Fayette Township 517.849.2351
Hillsdale Township 517.437.7420
Jefferson Township
517.523.3165
Litchfield Township 517.542.3950
Moscow Township 517.688.9707
Reading Township 517.283.3286
Somerset Township 517.688.9223
Village of Allen 517.869.0260
Village of Camden 517.368.5601
Village of North Adams 517.287.4747
Village of Waldron 517.286.6677
Wheatland Township 517.547.3095
Woodbridge Township 517.254.4799
Wright Township 517.286.6320
LIBRARIES
Camden Township Library
517.523.3019
517.523.2809
517.536.4900
Omnisource (Jonesville) 517.849.2149
Republic Services
1.877.692.9729
HILLSDALE COUNTY GOVERNMENT
Board of Commissioners
Building Inspection and Permitting
County Clerk
Courthouse
Courthouse Annex
Drain Commissioner
Emergency Preparedness
Equalization/Mapping & Land Info
Parks Commissioner
Prosecuting Attorney
Register of Deeds
Road Commission
Sheriff’s Office
Treasurer
Veteran Affairs
517.368.5554
Hillsdale Community Library 517.437.6470
Hudson Public Library 517.448.3801
Jonesville District Library 517.849.9701
Litchfield District Library 517.542.3887
Mitchell Research Center
North Adams Community
Memorial Library
Pittsford Public Library
Reading Community Library
517.437.7798 x150
517.437.4130
517.437.3391
517.437.7758
517.437.7329
517.437.4181
517.437.7384
517.439.9166
517.437.4458
517.439.1419
517.437.2231
517.439.9432
517.437.7317
517.437.4700
517.437.3630
CITIES, VILLAGES, AND TOWNSHIPS
Adams Township
Allen Township
Amboy Township
Cambria Township
Camden Township
517.287.5766
517.869.0260
517.254.4703
517.357.4225
517.368.4925
517.437.6488
517.287.4426
517.523.2565
517.283.3916
Somerset Township Library 517.688.9223
Waldron District Library
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Branch-Hillsdale- St. Joseph Community Health Agency
Hillsdale Health & Wellness
517.286.6511
517.437.7395
517.437.7040
Hillsdale Hospital 517.437.4451
Hillsdale County Medical Care
517.439.9341
In Case of Emergency Dial 911
SERVICES & SPECIALTIES
Adult & Pediatric
Inpatient Acute Care (517) 437-5250
Behavioral Health & Psychiatric Care (517) 437-5363
Bediako Birthing Center (517) 437-5280
Cardiopulmonary (517) 437-5185
Diabetes Education & Nutrition
Counseling (517) 437-5270
Emergency Care (517) 437-4451
Laboratory (517) 437-5160
Center for Infusion Care (517) 212-4337
Internal Medicine (517) 437-7040
Neurosurgery (517) 314-2990
Obstetrics & Gynecology (517) 437-8292
Orthopedics & Sports Medicine (517) 439-5411
Center for Excellence in Pain Management (517) 437-5417
