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Save the Date
7th Annual, Huckleberry Hustle 5k Trail Run and Walk
Thursday, July 8, 2010

Enjoy a rustic run through Crossroads Village's maintained backwoods trails. The trail run ends at the historic 1912 Parker Carousel where you can hear the "happiest music on earth" as you take your free spin on the carousel, enjoy a cup of delicious berry lemonade and munch on a tasty berry muffin. (more info)
 



Save the Date

Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad
Country Tea
November 27, December 4, 11, and 18, 2010.

A Country Tea is something of a cross between a formal sit-down function and a buffet because you are offering hors d’oeuvres-type finger foods in an elegant, seated environment. Crossroads Village’s Country Tea experience is filled with old village charm and is a true, historic Country Tea. Time: 1:30 pm.  Reservations must be made by the Wednesday prior to the tea date.
(click here to order online)

 

Radio Show
“Live Radio Comes to Crossroads Village”


Live, From the Colwell Opera House at Genesee County Park’s Crossroads Village, Michigan…It’s “The Huckleberry Radio Hour”, the first live radio show produced in mid-Michigan in a generation.

Tickets are limited. You must call 810.736.7100, ext. 6, 800.648.7275, ext. 6 or email your request to Genesee County Parks’ reservation office, hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. Tickets are $5.00 and available for purchase online or call 810.736.7100, ext. 6.
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Daily Programs

 

May 29 – September 6 ~ Step Back into Time at Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad, Step back into time and participate in an active village where you can help with chores, learn traditional crafting skills and trades, and play the old fashioned way!  There is so much for the entire family to do! Registration is not required.  Time:  10 am to 5 pm.  Cost: Village admission.  Contact Kathi Whitcomb with inquiries:  810-736-7100 ext. 856.

 

May 29 – September 6 ~ Daily Chores, Lend a hand with the following chores: butter churning, sewing, gardening, clothes washing, and more!  Registration is not required.  Time: 10 am to 5 pm.  Cost:  Village admission.  Contact Kathi Whitcomb with inquiries:  810-736-7100 ext. 856.

 

May 29 – September 6 ~ Stanley School Program, Join us for some old fashioned classroom learning!  Take part in letter writing for the pony express, participate in one of two classes throughout the day, or join in for some recess fun!  Registration is not required.  Time:  various times throughout the day.  Cost:  Village admission.  Contact Kathi Whitcomb with inquiries:  810-736-7100 ext. 856.

 

May 29 – September 6 ~ Farm Life, See how the farm life was in the 1800’s by visiting Crossroads Village farm house.  Watch the farmers milk the cow, feed the chickens, wash clothes, help with the gardening, and learn about butterflies and hummingbirds.  Registration is not required.  Time: 10 am to 5 pm.  Cost:  Village admission.  Contact Kathi Whitcomb with inquiries:  810-736-7100 ext. 856.

 

May 29 – September 6 ~ Children’s Crafts, Children of all ages are invited to join us at the Stanley School to participate and enjoy crafts. Stop in and see what we are up to this week. All yours to take home!  Registration is not required.  Time: 10 am to 5 pm.  Cost:  Village admission.  Contact Kathi Whitcomb with inquiries:  810-736-7100 ext. 856.

 

May 29 – September 6 ~ Pony Express, ”The mail must go through” is the motto of the original pony express.  Come to Crossroads Village and see our pony express travel through the village.  Write letters at the school house to any one in the village; drop it off at the General store, and everyday at 3:30 pm, watch for River or Rain, our miniature horses deliver mail, the Crossroads Village Pony Express way. Delivery of Village mail is subject to change. Registration is not required.  Time: 10 am to 5 pm.  Cost:  Village admission.  Contact Kathi Whitcomb with inquiries:  810-736-7100 ext. 856.

 

 

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Save the Dates
2010 Huckleberry Radio Hour
Saturday, May 29th
Saturday, June 19th
Saturday, July 17th
All Shows at 7 pm (please arrive by 6pm)
A one hour live radio show broadcast from the Colwell Opera House at Crossroads Village.  These shows will feature live musical performances by guest artists and Village entertainers.

Click here for more info and to listen to the show!

 

Click here to order tickets   

 

Click here to download a copy

Right click on the link above and select "save" or "save target as" to download an .mp3 file of the recording that you can play on your computer or any .mp3 media player.
 

 

Halloween: October 2-3, 8-10, 15-17, 22-24 and 27-31, 2010 (more info)

Christmas at Crossroads Holiday Magic:
Nov. 26~28 and Dec. 3~5, 10~12, 17~19, 21~23, 26 and 28~30, 2010
Christmas at Crossroads Holiday Magic Drive-thru:
Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 24 and 27, 2010
 (more info)

Grand Tours


Summer Village Events

 

Festivals and Family Fun

 

A “Superior” Summer!

May 29-31

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of our C.W. Parker Superior Wheel. It sits side-by-side with our beloved Carousel making Crossroads Village the only place on earth where you can enjoy rides on two authentic C.W. Parker amusements!

 

The Huckleberry Radio Hour

May 29

Live from the Colwell Opera House! The show begins at 7 p.m. Arrive by 6:30 p.m. to learn how you can participate. Check online or call for ticket information. Click here for more info.

 

Settling Down in a New Territory

June 2-6

Experience life as it was in the mid-1800s when families settled into new lives in Michigan. Lend a hand as gardens are being planted. Learn about the businesses that were first to open in a new town.

 

Folk Lore, Legends and Myths

June 9-13

Enjoy the folk tales that tell of this state’s origins and the role of legends like Paul Bunyon and his blue ox, Babe, who wore green glasses in winter!

 

Sounds Old Fashioned to Me

June 16-20

Enjoy the sounds that filled the air in the 1800s and that still delight us at Crossroads Village - the grist mill wheels grinding, the school bell clanging, the hissing of the boiler that powers the apple press, the rhythmic chug of the Huckleberry Railroad steam engine and many others you’ll hear when you pause to listen.

 

The Huckleberry Radio Hour

June 19

Live from the Colwell Opera House! The show begins at 7 p.m. Arrive by 6:30 p.m. to learn how you can participate. Check online or call for ticket information. Click here for more info.

 

Gardens in Thyme

June 23-27

Learn from the Michigan State Master Gardeners and the Genesee County Herb Society how our ancestors used plants to add warmth, fragrance, health and beauty to their country life. Cooking and craft demonstrations, too!

 

Independence Day Festival

June 30-July 4

Honor our ancestors’ independent, self-sufficient lifestyles, and spend time this weekend with friends and family celebrating this country’s independence. Enjoy a patriotic parade and ice cream social on July 4. Would you like to participate in our parade? Click here to download your parade form.

 

July 1st at Crossroads Village

The Music in the Parks 2010 series opens with the Flint Symphony Orchestra and members of the Flint Jubilee Chorale as they put on a thrilling concert with a patriotic twist!

  • Show starts at 7:00 pm

  • Don't forget your lawn chair or blanket!

  • Crossroads will open at 5pm for MITP guests.

  • Rain location will be at the Millstreet Warehouse

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    Performances are free. Admission to Crossroads Village will be free after 5:00 pm the day of the concert. Donate to Music in the Parks by June 1, 2010 to secure priority seating! Call Joyce Vincent at 810.237.3110 for more information.

     

    Magic and its Mysteries

    July 7-11

    It’s a weekend of magic at the Village when you’ll see all kinds of slight-of-hand tricks!

     

    Huckleberry Hustle and Little Berry Dash

    July 8

    The Hustle is a mixed-terrain 5K run/walk through Crossroads Village and surrounding woods and meadows. Little Berry Dashers, who are kids six years and under, will “dash” around the Village and collect prizes as they go. All Dashers are winners! Download race forms here!

     

    Smiths, Millers and Trades

    July 14-18

    Meet the skilled trades people at the Village who hammer out horseshoes, grind grain, weave fabric and make many other essential items just as they did in Genesee County more than 100 years ago.

     

    The Huckleberry Radio Hour

    July 17

    Live from the Colwell Opera House! The show begins at 7 p.m. Arrive by 6:30 p.m. to learn how you can participate. Check online or call for ticket information. Click here for more info.

     

    1860s Village Celebration

    July 21-25

    Our 1860 ancestors' lifestyle will be the focus of this experience.  On Saturday and Sunday the 1860s come alive as Villagers demonstrate everyday activities such as cooking over a camp fire, gardening and letter writing at “camps” around the Village. Welcome soldiers at the train depot as they arrive home from the Civil War. Take etiquette lessons at a tea party and enjoy fashions from the time of Gone with the Wind.

     

    Puppets and Playtime

    July 28-August 1

    “Use and reuse” is our motto at Crossroads Village, and you may leave wanting to clean out your sock drawer! Explore playtime of years gone by. Meet the Village puppets and make your own sock puppet. On Saturday and Sunday, watch a puppet play.

     

    Railfans

    August 4-8

    The entire week is dedicated to trains.  On August 7th and 8th celebrate our famous Huckleberry Railroad with tours, demonstrations and model trains. Tour our Train Shop, which is only open to the public this weekend.

     

    Around the World in 1860

    August 11-15

    Travel around the world with us as we discover the countries that were originally home to our villagers. You’ll learn where their skills originated and where some of their exotic products and family treasures came from. Join us Saturday, August 14 for the 33rd Annual AACA car show!  Click here to download a flyer and registration form. 

     

    Day Out With Thomas™

    August 20-22 and 27-29

    Thomas the Tank Engine visits the Village with his friends for six full days. This is a special treat for children, complete with train rides, storytelling, live music and so much fun! Click here for more information.

     

    Grange Fair

    September 1-6

    Celebrate the end of summer and a bountiful harvest. This country fair includes festive music, seed spitting and plenty of good old-fashioned fun!

     

    Labor Day
    September 6
    This is your last opportunity to ride the rails, cruise aboard the Belle and visit the Village's homes, mills and shops for the summer season.
     

    Note: The Village will be closed beginning September 7. Come back and visit beginning October 2 when we reopen to celebrate Halloween!

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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    Genesee County Parks & Recreation Commission

    For Information and Reservations call:
    1-800-648-PARK or 810-736-7100
    (extension 6 for reservations)
    Email: Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission  Fax: 810-736-7220
    We accept all major credit cards.

    Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission
    5045 Stanley Road    Flint, Michigan   48506


    Hours, admission rates and programs are subject to change