MENDON, MI – A longstanding tradition in St. Joseph County returns this week for its 68th time.

Mendon Kiwanis Showboat, a variety and musical showcase featuring a cast of local talent, kicks off its three-day run at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 6 at Mendon Elementary School.

Longtime participant and 47-year Mendon Kiwanis member Dale Eickhoff said the theme of the 2025 Showboat is “Smitten With the Mitten.” All songs are either about Michigan, or written or originally sung by a native of the Wolverine State.

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