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About Baroda Home of Casual Country Charm Baroda, Michigan, incorporated in 1907, has a rich and full history. The Village was originally platted in 1860 when Michael Hauser, a pioneer from the Midwest, came to Michigan and staked out 240 acres with the hopes of establishing a town. Baroda is nestled in the center of Berrien County in southwest Michigan, amidst farmland, wineries and antiques and is a rural treasure. The Village is home to just under 900 residents and the slogan, “Casual Country Charm,” says a lot about the community. Our quaint brick main street reminds you of an era long ago, when life wasn’t so busy. Baroda is also home to two beautiful parks. The Village Park is located along Hickory Creek and offers public tennis courts, basketball courts and playground equipment. There is also a picnic pavilion. Join us for an afternoon of music and relaxation at the Baroda Village Park on Sunday June 22, July 27 and August 24. Bring your picnic lunch and blanket or lawn chairs and listen to the music and visit with friends. All programs will begin at 2:00 p.m. Baroda Township is home to Hess Lake Park, a beautiful 29-acre park with nature trails, fishing on Hess Lake, soccer fields, baseball fields, and a covered pavilion. Baroda is also known for their spectacular fireworks display every July 3rd at the Legion field. While waiting for the fireworks to start, there is live music and a Beer Tent and food booth available at the Legion for your enjoyment. The Saturday after Labor Day is Barodafest! This annual festival is filled with fun for the whole family. Start the day with a delicious pancake breakfast, a 5KRun/Walk, children’s games, parade, car show, tractor pull, arts and crafts, baked goods, and live entertainment all day. This small-town homey festival winds down with evening music and dancing under the stars. There are many businesses in the Village as well as along the Cleveland Avenue corridor in the Township. The Village has set aside over 14 acres for the development of a Commercial / Industrial Park. We have three restaurants that offer great meals as well as friendly conversation. You can also play a game of pool and relax at Connie’s Place. There are several beauty salons and a barbershop. A & J Hardware has everything from paint, nuts and bolts, lawn care products and more! Everybody knows that Baroda City Mills can supply all of your pet’s needs, all kinds of bird seed and feeders, clothing, garden supplies and don’t forget those adorable chicks and bunnies in the spring! CJ’s Quick Mart has a nice selection of grocery items and deli including piping hot pizzas. Baroda Super is the place to get your gas and they also offer great ice cream! Chemical Bank can handle all of your banking needs and Ott’s Insurance Agency can give you security in knowing that you are covered by insurance. Problems with your home or business heating or cooling system, just call Brunke-Geiger Heating and Cooling, R & B Mechanical or Ron’s Heating and they will fix you right up. Ashby Electric is standing by to help you with all of your electrical needs. Strefling Oil can fill your gas and oil needs. Baroda Tire Center has any type of tire you could want and Pro Engine can take care of all of your high performance engine needs. Nye’s Autotechs and Tire can repair all of your car’s problems. Travel out into the country and you will find many farm stands offering the best fruits and vegetables. Baroda is home to Hickory Creek Winery and The Round Barn Winery and has other wineries in the area. Nothing beats the smell of ripening grapes in the fall! Baroda also has many outstanding u-pick orchards offering apples, peaches, nectarines, plums and berries. Visit our websites to learn more about Baroda (www.barodavillage.org or www.barodatownship.org). We hope to see you around!
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