BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20261105T223000Z DTEND:20261106T013000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:River Country Chamber Charity Event 2026 DESCRIPTION:The River Country Chamber of Commerce of Newaygo County cordially invites you to a fun evening filled with laughter and a delicious meal\, while also giving back to our community. This year's event will be held on Thursday\, November 5th. Check out the theme details below! \n\n\n\nThis evening is not only an opportunity to give back but also a chance to network with community leaders\, business owners\, and fellow philanthropists. It is a night of celebration\, where we come together to make a difference and bring hope to those in need. We hope that you will join us for this special evening and help us make a positive impact in our community. Please RSVP by October 22nd to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you there!\n\n\n\nOur recipient this year is Disability Network West Michigan\, an organization that equips\, educates and advocates for accessible communities for all. Their goal from this event's efforts is that local businesses they partner with will see an increase in patronage and that the programs and events will become annual outings for the community members. \n\n \n\nEvents will be open to all Newaygo County residents and their friends and families\, including those with and without disabilities. With a bit of thought and effort during the early stages of event planning\, Newaygo can be the go-to destination for ALL recreation. Here are examples of the activities you can expect to see :\n\n\n \n Kayak/Canoe/Tubing Event launching from the Bridgeton Township Park\, which features an accessible kayak launch\n \n \n Fishing Event to showcase accessible fishing venues and equipment\, how "team fishing" adds accessibility AND fun \n \n \n Community Picnic with outdoor games and a "tech petting zoo" that showcases adaptive (and just plain good!) technology\n \n \n Indoor Sports Sampler hosted by gold medal winners from the Michigan Victory Games\n \n \n Community-wide Unified Pickleball Tournament\, bringing together teams that include both individuals with and without disabilities on the same team\, competing for the 2026 inaugural Newaygo Unified Pickleball Tournament trophy!\n\n \n\n \n \n\n\nin 2025\, Bellwether Harbor Animal Shelter\, a public animal shelter in Fremont\, MI received $10\,981.10 from the auction thanks to our generous supports\, guests and bidders!\n\n\n\n Sponsorship Opportunities are available\n\n Volunteer with us! - coming soon\n\n\n\nFAQ:\n\nWhat is the theme? Bourbon & Blazers\n\nWhat is the attire? Business casual\, but make it fun. For our "Bourbon & Blazers" theme\, rock a blazer with personality. Thrifted\, borrowed\, bold\, or bedazzled. The more fun\, the better! Dressing up is not mandatory\, but why not have a little fun?!\n\nParking: Public parking is available on S Front St and W Main St. There is also an unpaved lot off of Lincoln St if needed.\n\nHow can I help? We'd love your help! If you'd like to donate\, please fill out this form. Sponsoring a table\, purchasing tickets and volunteering are also super helpful! \n\nWhat payment methods do you accept? During the event we will accept cash\, check or credit card. An invoice option will not be available during the event. We kindly ask you to not check out until the live auction has been completed. \n\nHow can my organization apply to be the recipient? Any current River Country Chamber member that is a 501c-3 organization can submit an application. Submission deadline was 2/1/26. \n\n\n\nTimeline:\n\ntbd\n\n\n\n \nThe River Country Chamber Charity Auction is one of the premier events in Newaygo County each year. Besides seeing friends and meeting new people\, we gather to support worthwhile organizations doing amazing work in our county. I look forward to this event every year with great anticipation!\n\n -John P. Buckley Jr. President/CEO X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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The River Country Chamber of Commerce of Newaygo County cordially invites you to a fun \;evening filled with laughter and a delicious meal\, while also giving back to our community. This year'\;s event will be held on Thursday\, November 5th. Check out the theme details below! \;
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\nThis evening \;is not only an opportunity to give back but also a chance to network with community leaders\, business owners\, and fellow philanthropists. It is a night of celebration\, where we come together to make a difference and bring hope to those in need. We hope that you will join us for this special evening and help us make a positive impact in our community. Please RSVP by October 22nd \;to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you there!
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\nOur recipient this year is \;Disability Network West Michigan\, an organization that equips\, educates and advocates for accessible communities for all. Their goal from this event'\;s efforts is that local businesses they partner with will see an increase in patronage and that the programs and events will become annual outings for the community members. \;
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Events will be open to all Newaygo County residents \;and \;their friends \;and families\, including those with and without disabilities. With a bit of thought and effort \;during the early stages of event planning\, Newaygo can be the go-to \;destination for ALL recreation. Here are examples of the activities you can expect to see :
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\nin 2025\, Bellwether Harbor \;Animal Shelter\, \;a public animal shelter in Fremont\, MI received $10\,981.10 from the auction thanks to our generous supports\, guests and bidders!
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\n&diams\;Sponsorship Opportunities are available
\n&diams\;Volunteer with us! - coming soon
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\nFAQ:
\nWhat is the theme? \;Bourbon &\; Blazers
\nWhat is the attire? \; \;Business casual\, but make it fun. For our "\;Bourbon &\; Blazers"\; \;theme\, rock a blazer with personality. Thrifted\, borrowed\, bold\, or bedazzled. The more fun\, the better! Dressing up is not mandatory\, but why not have a little fun?!
\nParking: Public parking is available on S Front St and W Main St. There is also an unpaved lot off of Lincoln St if needed.
\nHow can I help? \;We'\;d love your help! If you'\;d like to donate\, \;please fill out \;this form. Sponsoring a table\, purchasing tickets and volunteering are also super helpful! \;
\nWhat payment methods do you accept? \;During the event we will accept cash\, check or credit card. An invoice option will not be available during the event. We kindly ask you to not check out until the live auction has been completed. \;
\nHow can my organization apply to be the recipient? \;Any current River Country Chamber member that is a 501c-3 organization can submit an application. Submission deadline was 2/1/26. \;
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The River Country Chamber Charity Auction is one of the premier events in Newaygo County each year. \; Besides seeing friends and meeting new people\, we gather to support worthwhile organizations doing amazing work in our county. \; I look forward to this event every year with great anticipation!

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 \;-John P. Buckley Jr. \; \;President/CEO

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\n LOCATION:Grant Community Center 105 S Front St Grant\, MI Parking along Front St or follow the Public Parking signs UID:e.1709.43072 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260714T212831Z URL:https://www.rivercountrychamber.com/events/details/river-country-chamber-charity-auction-2026-43072 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR