Upcoming Events
Mendon Farmers Market
Look for author Michael Delaware at the Mendon Farmers Market on Thursday, August 20th from 2-6PM. He will be selling and signing copies of his books on Victorian Michigan True Crime, including his new book ‘Crime and Corruption on the Michigan Railroad’. Stop by to get a signed copy!
Jackson Civil War Muster
The Jackson Civil War Muster is one of the largest re-enactment gatherings in the Midwest. It is a two day event with Civil War encampments, vendors, history demonstrations, food and battle reenactments.
The event details for 2026 are:
Saturday, August 22nd 10AM – 5PM
Sunday, August 23rd 10AM – 5PM
Note: the hours above are generally the hours of the merchant vendors, but the reenactment has secheduled activities throughout the evening on Saturday. Check the website information below for details of all of the events and activites on the weekend schedule below.
Author, Michael Delaware will again have a booth at this event. He will have his books on Victorian Michigan True Crime available at this event. The new book ‘Crime and Corruption on the Michigan Railroad: Stories from the Victorian Era’ available for the first time ever. The new book contains three different stories that took place in Jackson County.
The event is held at Cascade Falls Park, and it is an incredible outdoor history event. Mark your calendars!
Galien Township Public Library Presentation
Join author Michael Delaware for a special presentation on stories from his books on Victorian Michigan True Crime at the Galien Township Public Library.
Sun Dried Music Festival
The 16th Annual Sun Dried Music Festival
Downtown Mason, Michigan
Friday, August 28th 6PM – 11PM
Saturday, August 29th 12PM – 12AM
This is an annual downtown street festival which includes:
Festival streets and vendor row, a children’s play area, beer tents, food, music, corn hole tournaments and more!
Author Michael Delaware will have a booth on Ash Street on the grass of the courthouse lawn, and will be selling and signing copies of his books. The new book ‘Crime and Corruption on the Michigan Railroad: Stories from the Victorian Era’ will be on sale for the first time in this area! Stop by to get your copy!
This is a FREE one of a kind fun outdoor event for the whole family! It also runs late into the night! There is a variety of entertainment on two stages. Come out to enjoy the music, have some food, shop some really amazing vendors, and have a good time!
The Story of the 1893 World's Fair Train Accident in Battle Creek
Author Michael Delaware will be presenting the story of the 1893 World's Fair Train Accident in Battle Creek at the Willard Library. Come hear the story of one of the worst railroad accidents in Michigan history that happened on the Grand Trunk line. Details are from his new book 'Crime and Corruption on the Michigan Railroad: Stories from the Victorian Era' which will be available for sale and signing at the event. This is a free event.
Festival of Oddities
The Festival of Oddities is an annual weekend celebration of all things odd held at the Courthouse Square Museum in Charlotte, MI. The vendors include all sorts of arts and crafts of the macabre theme, with entertainment, costumed characters and museum tours. Look for Michael Delaware in the author section at this event.
Sweet Corn Days
This year the festival will be held near the Purdy Playground near Litchfield Elementary School where there is also a parade, a stage with live music and other fun activities. This is a great summer festival with a lot of booths and vendors. Bring your family, your dog and enjoy Sweet Corn Days!
Author Michael Delaware will have a booth at this outdoor festival selling copies of his books on Victorian Michigan True Crime.
Mark your calendars for this fun local event.
Night Market Battle Creek
The Summer Night Market in downtown Battle Creek at the Festival Market Square.
Come on outside to see the vendors and listen to music.
Look for the booth of Author Michael Delaware at this fun event in downtown.