The National Grange was founded in 1867 to help farming men and women improve their lives through education, socializing, non-partisan political activity, and cooperative buying power. See this great one-page overview of Grange history!
National Grange members also receive discounts and benefits, such as:
The Grange welcomes people of any age, race, ethnic origin, religion, and political viewpoint.
The Michigan State Grange, founded in 1873, includes 47 Community Granges. The State Grange considers legislation that involves rural issues; it invites input from local groups and lobbies for rural interests on the state level and recommends legislation to the National Grange. The Grange does not support specific candidates or political parties.
The Pittsfield Grange, formed in 1901, is now made up of people from many walks of life -- farmers, teachers, artisans, scientists, to name a few. We enjoy fellowship, the opportunity to learn informally from each other, and serving the wider community.
Dancers at a contra dance event at the Grange
The Grange Hall is used by a variety of community groups, including a fencing club and several traditional dance groups. Members of these groups join Grange members for semi-annual "work days" to maintain the hall.
Join the Pittsfield Union Grange group on Facebook where you can get updates on future meetings.
Click here for the current issues of the Pittsfield Union Grange Newsletter.
Archived PUG Newletters:
President:
Joan Hellmann | 734.769.1052
Vice President:
Robin Warner | 734.426.0241
Willis Hassett | 734.482.8817
Secretary:
Helen Welford | 734.426.0241
Treasurer:
Richard Raymond | 734.662.9290
Hall Manager:
Richard Raymond | 734.662.9290
Steward:
Peter Baker
Membership Chair:
Richard Raymond | 734.662.9290
Program Chair:
David Wilson | 734.699.7623
Community Service Chair & Preserving Traditions:
Emily Springfield | 734.997.8844
As a member of the Grange you will receive the National Grange benefits, participate in local community service projects, and enjoy the fellowship of fun people in your area.
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