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Santa Mail
We are working with Santa again this year! The festivities begin on Friday November 17th when Santa's Mailbox returns. Stop by anytime prior to December 18th and drop off a letter to Santa. No postage necessary.
Santa will be sure to write you back prior to Christmas, but you must include your name and return address to help the elves make sure you receive your letter!
Santa Visits - Sponsored by Ventra
Santa will be coming to the Armory Friday December 1st from 4-6pm & after the parade until 8:30pm. Come see Santa and our Christmas display and don't forget to tell him what you want for Christmas! Santa will also be available from 9-11 on Saturday December 2nd for visits as well.
Breakfast with Santa- Sponsored by Knights of Columbus
Come enjoy a free pancake and sausage breakfast before or after meeting Santa. Stop in anytime from 9am-11am to eat some delicious food and see the big man himself!
Dog Park Coming Soon
The City of Ionia has received funding from a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to construct a dog park downtown near the corner of Adams and Steele Streets. The dog park will cost $375,000 with 80% of the funds provided by the grant. View the Dog Park Site Plan (PDF) and Concept Renderings (PDF) to visualize what the park will look like.
Parks & Recreation Plan Update
The City of Ionia is currently in the process of updating its 5-year Parks and Recreation Plan. The proposed plan will be valid for 2024-2028. The plan will require a recommendation from the Planning Commission and a formal adoption from the City Council. There will be a public review and comment period available prior to action being taken by the Commission and Council. City Council will take action on this proposed plan at its December 6 meeting. Review the Draft Parks and Rec. Plan (2024-2028) (PDF) to see future Parks and Recreation goals.
Ionia Armory Community Center
Special Events
Whether it's a conference, party, meeting, or class, we can help. We have three rooms available at the Ionia Armory Community Center that you can rent for any event. Alcohol is allowed with a permit and liability insurance rider. The center is equipped with special needs accessibility ramps and an elevator. The Armory Community Center is a non-smoking facility.
Rooms
The gymnasium is ideal for receptions and it seats 250 people. Tables and chairs are provided and set up for you. The Lions Room accommodates 20 people and can be used as conference-style seating or a smaller group party. The American Bumper Room accommodates 30 people and can be used as conference-style seating or a smaller group party.