Almont Homecoming Celebration

August 2nd, 2010 by Jennifer

August 13, 14, 15

Every 5 years since the 1900’s, Almont has celebrated Homecoming.  It’s a time for class reunions and family reunions.  Coming home.

Event Calendar coming soon.

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Not business as usual today…

July 30th, 2010 by Jennifer

i’m officially freaked out.  My hotmail account has been hacked.  Please DO NOT open any email from me (Deb Schumacher) that says HELP in the subject line. It is a scam, stating that we have been in England and mugged. Everyone in my contact list may receive this email.  I don’t know that anything would happen to you, but be on the safe side.

I have not opened any suspicious email myself, we have virus protection and firewalls, so I am at a loss to understand how this can happen.  Thank you though, for your immediate concern.

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Mark your calender July 16, 17

July 7th, 2010 by Jennifer
Come see us at the Michigan Lavender Festival~Emily, Jennifer and I will be set up
selling our fabulous Iced Mochas and Caramel Lattes as well
as a special edition White Chocolate Lavender Iced.
The Mill will be closed these two days.
Join us for the eighth annual
MICHIGAN LAVENDER FESTIVAL
presented by Gabriel’s Garden

“A Symphony for the Senses”

Where: Historic Wolcott Farm in Ray Twp., Michigan
When: Friday & Saturday, July 16 & 17, 2010: 10:00AM - 5:00PM

The 2010 Michigan Lavender Festival offers a true “Symphony for the Senses”!
Relax and rejuvenate to the essence of Fragrant Lavender swaying in the breeze. Enjoy a gourmet lunch in the shade while sipping on a glass of ice cold Lavender Lemonade. Celebrate the “Grandmother of Herbs” in all her splendor with a series of events centered around the fragrant purple plant, including: workshops, demonstrations, “Cooking With Lavender” classes & more.

With just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of city life, the Lavender Festival is a
perfect mid-summer getaway. Not only is this event a celebration of all the wonders of Lavender,
but also an event that knits together local, talented artisans of one-of-a-kind hand-made goods!

The Michigan Lavender Festival is proud to be a “Made-In-Michigan” Event, featuring
over 65 Michigan artists, craftspeople and local area farms. Festival highlights include a

farmer’s market and petting farm, wellness classes and horse-drawn wagon rides.

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July 4th-July 11 open by chance or appointment

July 6th, 2010 by Debra

I LOVE MY MICHIGAN

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Help Us Celebrate 20 Years in Business in Almont

June 27th, 2010 by Debra

It’s a momentous occasion .  Twenty years in business, in a small town.  Whew! Some changes coming, just some rearranging coffee folks. so don’t worry.(more on this later) Right now we need you to Vote!

Anyway, please go here : http://wdiv.cityvoter.com/the-brewhouse/biz/96324 . Click on Vote.  that’s all. you can leave a comment if you like. and your vote may just win you $1,000.  WhooHoo!  Thanks everyone.

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Look what you can do, while it’s still cold out:

March 1st, 2010 by Debra

Look what you can do, while it's still cold out

The Anna Scripps Whitcomb Conservatory is located on Detroit’s Belle Isle in the Detroit River, nestled between the city’s near East side and Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Located just two miles from Detroit’s downtown, it will soon be connected to that area via the city’s burgeoning International River Walk. The Conservatory, in operation since 1904, features five distinct horticultural houses showcasing plants indigenous around the globe as well as an outside Lily Pond Garden and formal perennial gardens. It is a popular spot for weddings and a mecca for both professional and amateur photographers.

Owned and operated by the City of Detroit Recreation and General Services Departments, the Conservatory is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no admission charge. The phone number for the Conservatory is 313-821-5428 and the supervisor is Leticia Bertaud. For information about scheduling weddings, professional photography or other events at the conservatory or gardens, please contact the Island Administration office at 313-628-2081

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Not just a holiday greeting, a thank you too!

December 17th, 2009 by Debra

We’re all so busy moving, moving, moving. Time is flying by. We received a letter from the Country Corner thanking us for doing some of our business with them.  Locally. When we could. We can’t always buy from them, but we do, when we can.  I hope it’s the same for you. I hope you think of  The Mill and stop in when you can.  As a small, family run business, we do appreciate it.

In return we hope you notice when we walk you out to your car, in the pouring rain, with an umbrella over your head.  When you come in to get coffee and forgot your wallet, and we write you an IOU.  Or how we know exactly how you like your coffee-whip, no whip, 1/2 caff, weak or strong etc. etc.   It’s our way of thanking you, everday, for your patronage.

I’m really excited about our fan page on Facebook.  If you haven’t been there yet-get on over-special coupon on its way and much more.

Here’s to you , not just today, but everyday.  Thank you!

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Get a ‘Soup R’ Start to Your Weekend

October 26th, 2009 by Debra

Enjoy a wholesome bowl of Kathy K’s soup from scratch. Serving it up Fridays and Saturdays from 11am - till its gone!
Here’s the menu for November:
6th & 7th: Beef Barley & Cheddar Cauliflower
13th & 14th: Cowboy Beans & Chicken with Southern Dumplings
20 & 21st: Chili & Italian Wedding
27th & 28th: Asparagus & Turkey w/ Stuffing Dumplings

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Join us beneath the swaying trees

August 3rd, 2009 by Jennifer

gypsywebCome join us for the 2nd Annual Gypsy Faire September 26th, 2009

We invite you to come stroll our historic property while you enjoy our amazing food, live music and variety of artists.

The Gypsy Faire market has a wonderful blend of handmade items, art, and vintage items.  The BrewHouse Cafe will be making our famous boxed lunches for this special one day event.

This event is being held in conjunction with Almont’s Heritage Festival which is also September 26th, 2009.

If you are interested in hosting a booth, we have a limited number of spaces remaining.  We’re still looking for a few people to host demonstrations or mini-classes so there will be plenty to do for our guests. If you are interested in doing a short demo or mini-class (30 minutes or so) please contact us!  You can read more about the Gypsy Faire HERE

We’ll be raffling off an amazing gift basket too so don’t forget to enter the drawing!

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone there!  Bring your girlfriends,sisters, mothers to the Gypsy Faire!  Send your husbands and children up town to participate in the various events going on in town.  From the farmers market and “Almonts Got Talent” contest to the “Killer Bees” band, it’s a great event for everyone.  Childrens games, scarecrow decorating contest and more will be going on at this Family Friendly event.

Also going on September 26th, 2009:  Mt. Bruce Station’s Fall Sheep & Wool Festival (just 2 miles south of town) and Dryden’s Fall Festival (just 5 miles north west of town on Dryden Road)

All events in Almont are FREE!  (Sheep & Wool festival was $7 pp last year, no info on Dryden’s event)  There is NO ADMISSION fee for the Gypsy Faire!!!

andrew robinson music

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Lavender Festival

July 16th, 2009 by Debra

SEVENTH ANNUAL
MICHIGAN’S SEVENTH ANNUAL
LAVENDER FESTIVAL
PRESENTED BY GABRIEL’S GARDEN

Where: Wolcott Mill Metropark in Ray Twp., Michigan
When: Friday & Saturday, July 17 & 18, 2009: 10:00AM - 5:00PM

Enjoy the Essence of Fragrant Lavender swaying in the breeze as you listen to the sound
of Live Harp Music playing near the lavender garden… A series of events centered
around the fragrant purple plant will also be offered, including: make-and-take workshops,
talks & demonstrations by Local Artisans, “Cooking With Lavender” Classes & more.

With just a short drive from the hustle and bustle of city life, the Lavender Festival is a
perfect mid-summer getaway. Not only is this event a celebration of all the wonders of Lavender,
but also an event that knits together local, talented Artisans of one-of-a-kind hand-made goods!

The Michigan Lavender Festival is proud to be a “Made-In-Michigan” Event, featuring over 45 Michigan Artists, Craftspeople and Vendors of Fine Lavender Products. New attractions to this years event will include a Farmer’s Market, Natural Health Area and Horse-drawn wagon rides.


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About The Mill & BrewHouse Cafe

More than a cafe, we offer vintage pieces, antiques and other unusual pieces in our historic decor. We are located on the edge of downtown Almont, in Michigan. In 1990, Debra & Arthur Schumacher purchased the building and as they say, the rest is history. Since opening her store in 1989, Debra has sold antiques as her main operation and in 2004 branched out adding The BrewHouse Cafe & Espresso Bar to the building’s history.