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MONDAY, AUGUST 29, 2011 TRI COUNTY NEWS SHOPPER
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SEEKING INFORMATION; SEARCHING for siblings born to Ken Hays and Greta Zimmerman. Sources confidential. Contact Diana Franklin, 18460 Round Lake Road, Big Rapids, MI 49307, (231)7965255.
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By Whitney Gronski-Buffa Pioneer Staff Writer
BIG RAPIDS As Ferris State University students return to campus this weekend, local law enforcement agencies will increase the number of patrol cars on Big Rapids streets to combat the underage drinking that tends to characterize Bulldog Beginnings. For the past decade or more, Big Rapids Department of Public Safety Director Frank West said grants from the Ofce of Highway Safety Planning has made it possible for agencies in the region to step up patrols during big events, such as the rst week back to class at Ferris and the Wheatland Music Festival, which begins on Sept. 9. All agencies in the region, including Michigan State Police, Mecosta County Sheriffs Ofce, Ferris State University Department of Public Safety and BRDPS, utilize the grant money to pay ofcers for the extra time they spend on the road during event weekends. The grant is awarded based on the number of alcohol-related tickets, such as minor in possession citations, and drunken driving arrests a region has each year, so ofcers receiving pay from grant funds focus on those kinds of offenses. They dont do general patrol work while theyre doing that, theyre specically targetting alcohol, West said. For MIPs, we just write a ticket, but we typically end up arresting a few drunk drivers on those complaints. Occassionally, youll get someone whos disorderly or who has warrants out, so theres other enforcement things that occur just from being involved with alcohol. Although ofcers will have their eyes on Ferris students this weekend, West said students these days tend to be more cautious when it comes to alcohol. However, their sensabilities arent the same when it comes to drugs. The numbers are down because I think (students) use more common sense than they used to, West said. We used to write about 70 to 100 (minor in possession) tickets on that weekend. Now, we might write out 20 or 30. ... Nationally, the numbers are down for drunken driving deaths dramatically. Unfortunately, drugged driving deaths are on the increase. Thats the trend of the way things are now. In 2010, Michigan saw more than 41,000 drunken driving arrests, which was down from 2000 when almost 61,000 were arrested for drunken driving, according to the Ofce of Highway Safety Planning.
community groups to participate in the event. Organizations wanting to participate are asked to provide their own tables and chairs. Access to electricity will be available upon request. Activities already scheduled during the tournament will include a rock-climbing wall courtesy of Cran-Hill Ranch, a no-hands pizza eating contest sponsored by Mancinos Pizza and Grinders, an ice cream eating competition in front of the Old Pioneer Store and Emporium, souvenir engraved dog-tags for sale at Living Water Christian Resource Center, a slamdunk contest and other activities throughout downtown. In addition to basketball, wed like to create a street-fair vibe throughout downtown, Clark said. We will have of Michigan Avenue closed off for the 3-on-3 tournament, and hope many activities will be available for all those who attend. In addition to attracting people to Big Rapids, organizers hope activities on the sidewalks will generate sales for local businesses and create awareness for organizations, said chamber spokesperson Theresa Sutton. Were trying to get those cash registers ringing in Big Rapids and the surrounding community, Sutton said. That was one of our main focuses, to attract people to our businesses. This also will be an educational and awareness tool for participating community groups and organizations. Big Rapids Red Hacker tournament has been marketed throughout Mecosta County, as well as in the Cadillac, Greenville and Ludington areas, which have held similar 3-on-3 basketball events. The Chamber is excited about this event. The DBA is excited about this event. We want other organizations to get excited about this event and get involved, so that it will best serve that organizations mission, Clark said. Other events scheduled in Big Rapids on Sept. 17 include the American Cancer Societys annual Relay for Life at Hemlock Park and a Ferris State University home football game against Ohio Dominican University. For more information about setting up a booth at the tournament, to volunteer or sponsor the event, contact Theresa Sutton at the chamber at (231) 796-7649. To register a team for the tournament, visit www.redhackerusa.com. SIDEBAR: The following businesses and organizaitons are sponsoring the Red Hacker Basketball Tournament: Ice Mountain Spring Water Preferred Ofce Machines The Gate Time 2 Travel Gregorys Grill Mancinos Pizza and Grinders MOISD Great Start Bleeker Insurance Agency FSU University Advancement Mecosta County Medical Center General Mills/Yoplait Grandpas Cran-Hill Ranch Wal-Mart Meijer Sunny 97.3 WGLM 106.3 Big Rapids Radio Network (Y102.3; Big Country; and Talk Radio) The Pioneer Group DW Video & Multimedia
provides, the bones can rub against each other. Cartilage deterioration can affect the shape and makeup of the joint so it no longer functions smoothly. Also, bruises called bone marrow lesions can develop inside the bone and may cause knee pain. Trial results recently published in a leading arthritis journal showed that chondroitin sulphate treatment signicantly reduced cartilage loss and bone marrow lesions from osteoarthritis of the knee. Chondroitin is a natural substance in the body that helps keep cartilage healthy by absorbing uid and providing building blocks to produce new cartilage. Chondroitin may also block enzymes that break down cartilage. Recent advances in MRI made it possible for Dr. Jean-Pierre Pelletier and his team at University of Montreal Hospital Research Centre in Canada to measure for the rst time the impact of chondroitin sulfate on cartilage loss and other changes to the joint, including bone marrow lesions. The latest technology enabled researchers to measure and demonstrate signicant improvements after treatment with chondroitin sulphate. By six months, patients showed signicantly less cartilage loss compared with those receiving placebo. By 12 months, treatment signicantly decreased bone marrow lesion size. Reducing bone marrow lesions may help lessen some of the pain associated with osteoarthritis, said Dr. Pelletier. From these results, we can conclude that chondroitin sulfate is a safe drug that signicantly reduces the volume of cartilage loss and slows down the progression of osteoarthritis in the knee. He notes, Patients must be provided highly puried pharmaceutical-grade chondroitin sulphate, the one used in this study, as this is the only one that can guarantee such efcacy and specically, safety results.
videography are the second largest budgetbreakers. Couples can hire a photographer and videographer for the ceremony, then leave reception photographs to friends, family and digital cameras. To avoid the cost of a live band, brides and grooms can opt for MP3 playlists, customized CDs and speaker rentals over pricey bands. Finally, hiring a wedding coordinator can save time, manage stress and get better deals. So, heres a toast to tweaking old traditions to make a dream wedding nancially attainable -; and to save enough money for a long, relaxing honeymoon. Cheers!
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(NewsUSA) - Its a goal of many recent posthigh school students -- go to a great university and graduate with a bachelors degree in four years. But why is that easier said than done, and what can be done to stay on schedule? According to the National Center for Education Statistics, fewer than 60 percent of rst-time students who sought a bachelors degree or its equivalent while enrolled at a four-year institution full time completed the degree at that institution within six years.
Degree completion remains at the forefront of the national agenda as experts predict that, in just 10 years, more than 60 percent of all new jobs will require a college education. Organizations such as the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL) are increasing efforts to raise graduation rates by presenting alternative ways to earn a degree quickly. Time was the biggest obstacle to getting my degree, says 54-year-old Briana Taravella. As time advances, the likelihood of degree completion becomes even more remote. But with alternative methods, such as Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), offered by some colleges and universities and services such as LearningCounts.org, completing credits is more convenient for students -- especially adult learners.
Tips for Brides On Budgets

(NewsUSA) - Between the thrilling proposal and the pre-wedding whirlwind -; setting the date, nding the perfect wedding dress, planning the honeymoon -; weddings should feel joyous and romantic. But after the wedding, couples should enjoy their newly wedded bliss -; not panic about digging themselves out of debt. According to the Association for Wedding Professionals International, the average wedding costs between $18,000 and $21,000. In these difcult economic times, couples might need to minimize the cost of their wedding. But brides on budgets do not need to whittle their guest list from 200 to 10. Here are some affordable -; and tasteful -; measures couples can take to stay within their budget. What eats up wedding cash? Wedding receptions usually account for half of a weddings cost. Dinner and drinks add up, especially if couples pay for a full or open bar. To save money on the bubbly, couples should nix the mixed drinks. Soon-to-be-marrieds can serve champagne during the toast, then offer beer and wine for the rest of the evening. Give clumsier guests white wine, not red, and the evening should progress with fewer mishaps at a lower cost. For dinner, couples should think outside the catering-company box. Local restaurants might make better deals. Classy catering can come from unexpected places. Boston Market restaurants provide full-service catering options with elegant entres like roasted sirloin, turkey or rotisserie chicken, and a selection of gourmet sides. The cost? From $14.99 to $21.99 a head. After the reception, photography and
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I had to work hard every day, but I was able to earn credit that would have taken longer going through classes, says LearningCounts.org student Taravella as she references her effort to convert her work experiences to college credit through PLA.
BIG RAPIDS With less than one month until tip-off, organizers of Big Rapids rst-ever Red Hacker Basketball Tournament are looking to nalize details for the one-day, 3-on-3 event. In addition to a full day of action-packed basketball on Michigan Avenue, many local businesses will ll the sidewalks with booths, mini-games, special sales and more. Sidewalk space is still available during the event, and is being opened up to local nonprots, churches, service organizations and other community groups. Organizers hope to make the Red Hacker event one of the biggest days of the year in downtown Big Rapids. The Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce is collaborating with the Downtown Business Association to make sure all of the downtown businesses are a part of our inaugural event, said Dave Clark, event organizer, chamber president elect and Pioneer Editor In Chief. Once weve heard from our downtown business owners this week, and we are able to determine who is not going to have an event on Sept. 17, we would like to open it up to nonprots, churches, service organizations and other community groups interested in having an event downtown. We think this would be a great opportunity to have a fundraiser for their respective organizations. Events may include organizing mini-games, offering giveaways, setting up informational booths, selling bottled water and other items and more. There is no charge to local
As demonstrated by students like Taravella, PLA saves a lot of time toward degree completion. Hundreds of colleges and universities have used this system to award credit for learning gained outside the classroom -- such as work experience, civic activity, corporate training and independent studies. In addition to PLA, here is a list of other ways students are earning college credit while saving time: * * Portfolio-based Assessments CLEP Exams
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(NewsUSA) - New research using cuttingedge Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) for the rst time conrms that pharmaceutical grade chondroitin sulphate (CSbBIO-ACTIVE) signicantly helps reduce the effects of osteoarthritis in the knee. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting 27 million people in the U.S. alone. Over time, this condition leads to breakdown of the cartilage and other parts of the joint, causing stiffness, pain and loss of movement. Cartilage is a rm, rubbery covering on the ends of joint bones that reduces friction and acts as a shock absorber. With osteoarthritis, the cartilage loses elasticity and wears away; without the cushioning cartilage
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Top 5 Must Haves for Girls Going Back to School
(NewsUSA) - From a young girls perspective, half the fun of going back to school is shopping for new clothes and school supplies to start the year off right.
For this years back-to-school season, Sanrio is launching a new collection of cute Hello Kitty products at Walmart for young girls. The collection includes everything needed to head back to school -- sportswear, t-shirts, socks, shoes, underwear, sleepwear, backpacks, stationery, school supplies and accessories.
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Girls will love the wide range of Hello Kitty products while moms and dads will love the value! Heres a list of the top 5 Back-to-School Hello Kitty must-have everyday essentials to take your little girl back to school in style and under budget: Dresses. This too-cute style selection features polka dots, color blocking and an all-in-one shrug combined to put your little girl at the head of the class. Pair it with pink sequined, Mary Jane-style shoes and Hello Kitty jewelry for an A+ grade. Graphic Tees. Graphics lead the way in a collection of t-shirts featuring Hello Kitty and bright pops of color to keep girls on-trend. Backpacks. Hello Kitty backpacks are perfect for the young and young-at-heart. They feature big, easy-to-access pockets to hold everything a girl needs for class and padded straps for comfort. Lunch Cases. Our favorite lunch case features big zipper closures for little hands and a zip bottom to store ice packs or extra snacks.
Since her introduction in the U.S. more than 35 years ago, Hello Kittys timeless appeal continues to thrive. As she becomes accessible to more people in new locations, she is making more friends and bringing happiness to girls everywhere.
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SATURDAY, AUG. 27 The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap and sporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. and sporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located four miles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more info call Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587. Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center. Mecosta County Historical Society is open for tours from 2 to 4 p.m. at the museum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids. Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come for food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free. Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. Pauls Campus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230-4085. Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371. Habitat for Humanity 3-D Archery Event Shootin for Home from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sparta Hunting and Fishing Club. There will be food, door prizes, grand prizes and rafes. There is a 30-target 3-D course, novelty shoots and a free kids shoot. For more information call Jeffrey at (616) 696-9666. Karaoke provided by Kellys Red Hot Karaoke starts at 10 p.m. at the Odyssey Club, 13460 Northland Drive, Big Rapids. For more information, call the Odyssey Friday or Saturday after 9 p.m. at (231) 796-5333 and ask for Rudy. The Old Fence Rider Historical Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 222 S. Sheldon St., Edmore. For group scheduling, contact Carolyn Leonard at (989) 506-2634 or Art Schiutema at (989) 427-1023. Fore more information, visit www.EdmoreChamber.com. Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Rapids Farm and Garden. Free meal at 12:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information. Healthy cooking classes from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information. Recycling for Morton and Austin township residents from 9 a.m. to noon at the Canadian Lakes Fire/Rescue Station located at 8260 100th Ave., Stanwood. For more information, contact the township at (231) 972-7138. Zumbatomic is Zumba for Kids, a Lil Starz class for children ages 4 to 7 will be offered from 10 to 10:45 a.m.; a Big Starz class is offered for children ages 8 to 12 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 323 State St. in Big Rapids. Cost is $4 per child, per class and $2 per sibling. Call Bethany Ciemnicki at (734) 626-9633 with questions. SIERRA performs live the last Saturday of every month from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Morley American Legion. All welcome. Square dancing if enough patrons want it. SUNDAY, AUG. 28 Alcoholics Anonymous Old Jail House Group meets at 7 p.m. at 220 S. Stewart Ave. Call Darwin T. at (231) 796-8956. Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michaels School in Remus. For more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478. Sunday Singles Dance is from 7 to 11 p.m. in the newly remodeled room at the Goodyear Lanes and Lounge, located at the corner of M-55 and Old 27, Houghton Lake. Please enter through the door facing Old 27. Its a great place to meet other singles and enjoy an evening of dancing to your favorite music provided by Bernadette Morley of Best Entertainment. Call (989) 539-5406 if you have any questions. Alanon meets at 7 p.m. at the Old Jail in Big Rapids; it is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics. Evart United Methodist Church youth group meets from 5 to 7 p.m. at the corner of First and Cherry streets. Fourth through 12th grade invited. Join the group for a free meal, games and fellowship. Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids. Eagles vs. Morley Legion softball game at noon at the eld by the legion. Players and fans are needed. First of three games. All games are the last Sunday of the month. Music by the Pond presents Gravel Ridge at 6:30 p.m. in the gazebo next to Curtis Pond on Sheldon Street in Edmore. This local band will perform bluegrass music. The evening of music will wind down the Edmore Potato Festival with ice cream being served by the local Edmore Area Chamber of Commerce. Bring a lawn chair or blankets. In case of rain, all shows will be moved to the Curtis building. The event is presented by Glen Curtis Foundation, Village of Edmore and Edmore Area Chamber of Commerce. MONDAY, AUG. 29 Enhanced Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Bridge is at 12:45 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Schizophrenia Anonymous meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Community Mental Health, 500 S. Third Ave., Big Rapids. SA is a support group with a six-step program. Anyone with schizophrenia or mental illness is welcome to attend. For more information, call Mike B. at (231) 592-4654 or (231) 796-3553. Coffee is available at meetings. Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high rise in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 796-4993. The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact: Glenn C. at (231) 796-3703. Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 to 11 a.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center. Divorce Care meetings are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at New Hope United Methodist Church, 7296 Nine Mile Road in Mecosta. The meetings cover a nonconsecutive 13-step program for getting through a divorce. New members are always welcome. Contact Sharon Gray at (231) 598-0337 or New Hope Church at (231) 972-2838 for more information. Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all summer clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serves those who need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay for electric bills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231) 796-1571. Line Dance Instruction from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the back banquet room at Schmidtys Lounge in Evart. Beginner-intermediate level taught. For more information, call Sandee Lee at (231) 832-3493. Crossroads Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines International meet at 6 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 503 S. Chestnut St., Reed City. This is a group of sisters in harmony who sing a capella barbershop songs; it is accepting new members. Come and sing and have a lot of fun. For more information, contact Diwon at (231) 592-5328. TUESDAY, AUG. 30 Big Rapids Rotary Club meets at noon at the Falcon Head Golf Course. Beginning line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 9722884. Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michaels School in Remus. For more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478. Tai Chi at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Card recycling at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Theology at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. TOPS No. 1189 meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 200 S. Stewart Ave., Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-6271 for more information. The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grief peer support group meets at 9 a.m. at Cadillac Big Boy. For questions, call Pastor Brad Center at (231) 779-9550. Country dance classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Chase Township Hall. For more information, contact Jeff at (231) 250-4159. Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at St. Pauls Campus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230-4085. Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Reed City. For more information call (800) 367-6788. Gods Kitchen is a free meal from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary Parish Center, 919 Marion Ave., Big Rapids. Everyone is welcome; no questions asked, no registration required and no donation is sought at the event. For more information, call the parish ofce at (231) 796-5202. Alanon meets at 8 p.m. at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Reed City; it is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics. Blood drive from 1 to 6:45 p.m. at the Stanwood Buffalo Eagles No. 4360, located at 7200 Stanwood Road. It is suggested that donors eat iron-rich foods and drink plenty of water before donating. St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all summer clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serves those who need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay for electric bills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231) 796-1571. Clothing and Food Pantry open from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Donations are accepted. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 31 Enhanced Fitness at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Advanced line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 9722884. Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Library preschool story hour meets at 10:30 a.m. at Big Rapids Community Library. Open to the public. Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Glenn C. at (231) 796-3703. Mecosta County Genealogical Society is open from 5 to 7 p.m. during the summer at 424 N. Fourth Ave., Big Rapids. We are looking to collect Mecosta County scrapbooks and any family histories that pertain to the area. Volunteers are needed to le obits, index the collections or help visitors look up information. Fun, relaxing and lots of history here. Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come for food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free. The Big Rapids Dharma Study Group meet at 7 p.m. at 315 Marion Ave., in Big Rapids. Weekly meetings include discussing various dharma texts, questions and answers and watching dharma-related videos. The group is under the direction of Michael and Margaret Erlewine, who have more than 35 years of experience in meditation and dharma practice. Beginning students are welcome. Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids. St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all summer clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serves those who need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay for electric bills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231) 796-1571. Zumbatomic is Zumba for Kids, a Lil Starz class for children ages 4 to 7 will be offered from 3 to 3:45 p.m.; a Big Starz class is offered for children ages 8 to 12 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 323 State St. in Big Rapids. Cost is $4 per child, per class and $2 per sibling. Call Bethany Ciemnicki at (734) 626-9633 with questions. Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Rapids Farm and Garden. THURSDAY, SEPT. 1 Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michaels School in Remus. For more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478. Harmonica at 10:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Painting and drawing at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Scrabble at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Pedro at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Pinochle at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Overeaters Anonymous meets at 6:15 p.m. in conference room A, the third room on the right, at Mecosta County Medical Center; enter on the corner of Locust Street and Winter Avenue. For more information, call Eric at (866) 398-5440. The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at noon at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Darwin T. at (231) 796-8956. Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center. Alanon meets at 7 p.m. at Sacred Hearth Church in Evart; it is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics. Diabetes Support Group meets at 4 p.m. at Mecosta County Medical Center, 605 Oak St., Big Rapids, in the hospital classroom area. September topic is food labels; there is no charge. For information contact Charlotte at (231) 592-4483. Big Rapids Area Amateur Radio Club meets at 7 p.m. at the City of Big Rapids Department of Public Safety Building, 435 N. Michigan Ave. For more information call Mike at (231) 527-1688 or www.braarc.net. Mecosta County Historical Society meets from 2 to 4 p.m. at the museum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. Anyone interested in local history is encouraged to stop by! Stroke Support Group of Spectrum Health Gerber Memorial meets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Tamarac, the Center for Health and Well Being, 1401 W. Main St. in Fremont. The topic is acupuncture with Irv Marcus, nationally board certied acupuncturist. The support group is open to stroke survivors and their family/friends/caregivers and/or anyone with an interest in CVA/ stroke. There is no charge to attend. Call Julie Allers at (231) 924-3195. The Big Rapids Rock, Gem & Mineral Club meets at 7 p.m. in the Geology Lab (room 138), Science Building on the campu of Ferris State University. Find the Science Building on the campus map at www.ferris. edu/htmls/ferrisfaq/maps/ and nd out more about the club at www. BigRapidsRockClub.com. Paris Farmers Market from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Green Township Hall parking lot. Vendors who live in Green Township will be charged $5 to sell their produce and other items, and non-township residents will be charged $10. Proceeds from the market will go toward the townships parks budget. For more information, call Gary Todd at (231) 796-6012. St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all summer clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serves those who need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay for electric bills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231) 796-1571. FRIDAY, SEPT. 2 Enhanced Fitness at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Readers Theatre at 10 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Advanced line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 9722884. Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371. Knitting circle meets at 4 p.m. at the Barryton Public Library. Knitters of all levels are encouraged to come and learn or share knitting techniques. Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884. Mecosta New Home United Methodist Church will extend its hours for its swiss steak supper. New hours will be from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dinner is $9 for adults, $3 for children younger than 12 and preschoolers eat free. Proceeds go to the building fund. Karaoke provided by Kellys Red Hot Karaoke starts at 10 p.m. at the Odyssey Club, 13460 Northland Drive, Big Rapids. For more information, call the Odyssey Friday or Saturday after 9 p.m. at (231) 796-5333 and ask for Rudy. St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all summer clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serves those who need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay for electric bills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231) 796-1571. SATURDAY, SEPT. 3 The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap and sporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. and sporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located four miles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more info call Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587. Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center. Mecosta County Historical Society is open for tours from 2 to 4 p.m. at the museum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids. Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come for food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free. Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. Pauls Campus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230-4085. Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371. The Mecosta County Democratic Party meets at 9 a.m. in the private upstairs room of Peppers Cafe and Deli on Michigan Avenue in Big Rapids for great food, coffee and conversation. For more information, contact Pamela Fleming at (231) 796-2893. Karaoke provided by Kellys Red Hot Karaoke starts at 10 p.m. at the Odyssey Club, 13460 Northland Drive, Big Rapids. For more information, call the Odyssey Friday or Saturday after 9 p.m. at (231) 796-5333 and ask for Rudy. The Old Fence Rider Historical Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 222 S. Sheldon St., Edmore. For group scheduling, contact Carolyn Leonard at (989) 506-2634 or Art Schiutema at (989) 427-1023. Fore more information, visit www.EdmoreChamber.com. Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Rapids Farm and Garden. Free meal at 12:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information. Healthy cooking classes from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information. Recycling for Morton and Austin township residents from 9 a.m. to noon at the Canadian Lakes Fire/Rescue Station located at 8260 100th Ave., Stanwood. For more information, contact the township at (231) 972-7138. Zumbatomic is Zumba for Kids, a Lil Starz class for children ages 4 to 7 will be offered from 10 to 10:45 a.m.; a Big Starz class is offered for children ages 8 to 12 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 323 State St. in Big Rapids. Cost is $4 per child, per class and $2 per sibling. Call Bethany Ciemnicki at (734) 626-9633 with questions.
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2 BEDROOM/1 BTHRM furnished home on Muskegon river in croton close to everything - $700 plus utilities, damage deposit and references. 1-616-446-6160 ask for Terri 2-BEDROOM MOBILE HOME. Super clean condition, quiet country setting. North of Remus. Shed included. $500/month, plus deposit. 989-382-7203 2-BEDROOM MOBILE, QUIET country setting, 15 minutes east from Big Rapids, no pets. (231)250-5729 2BR/1BA MOBILE HOME on 1.5 private acres with creek. Luther/Leroy. $400/mo. pets ok 616-745-2554 ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR one and two bedroom, ground floor apartment homes at quiet, secluded Oakwood Manor Apartments in Baldwin. Heat, water and sewer included in rent. Walking distance to downtown. Elderly Community - Subsidized Housing. Barrier-free units available. Rent based on income. Income limits apply. On site daily lunch program, Mon. - Fri. Call 231-745-2582. TDD 800-649-3777. www.kmgprestige.com/oakwoodmanor or linda.lange@kmgprestige.com Equal Housing Opportunity. CANADIAN LAKES, 3-BEDROOMS, 2-bath, double garage, appliances, natural gas fireplace, no pets. $725/month. (231)972-2632 WE HAVE CLEAN PLACES TO LIVEApts. and houses in and around Big Rapids. No Pets. Sec. Dep. required. Call Silvernail Realty (231)796-6329 or www.silvernailrealty.com on the web. FOR RENT- SPACIOUS, 3-bedroom, 1-bath mobile home. Quiet area, only 1 neighbor, super clean condition, new vinyl windows, hardwood floors, carpet in bedrooms. Includes shed, 2-decks, 6-miles north Remus. $600/month, plus deposit. Sorry, no pets! 989-382-7203
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COUNTRY PLACE FAMILY APTS. 815 Country Way in Big Rapids is accepting applications for 1 & 2 bedroom units.Complex currently under renovations. Rent based on income with limited subsidy. Minimum rent $390 and $450. Laundry at end of each hallway. Children's play area. Applications in hallways or call Beverly 1-800-225-7982. Managed by Stratford Group Ltd., 442 W. Baldwin, Alpena, MI. Equal Housing Opportunity. TDD #1-800-855-1155.
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EDITORS NOTE: Please check with your club or organization to be certain of meetings, outings and classes, as they may be canceled due to bad weather or other reasons. If any listing is incorrect, please call (231)832-5566 or (231)745-4635 with correct information. DOMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyone being abused is 1-800-950-5808. There is no excuse for abuse. WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Monday evening at Trinity Lutheran Church on highway US-10 in Reed City. Weigh in at 5:30 p.m., meeting starts at 6:00p.m. THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY PROGRAM LOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER. Cancer Support Group for Women. Sponsored by Paradise Salon and Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital Cancer Services. 2nd Monday of every other month at 4:00 p.m. January-March-May-July-September-November. Hosted by Crossroads Radiation Therapy Center, 4499 220th Street, Reed City, Michigan 49677. Interested? Inquire by calling: Oncology Infusion Services Staff 832-7105, Crossroads Radiation Center 832-5817 or Paradise Salon 832-3411. NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, at the Sears Church of God, corner of Highway 10 and 40th Ave., west entrance. This group meets the last monday of each month at 6 p.m. to discuss natural health options and specic subjects, CO-OP information is also available. SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment after lunch. For information call 231734-6005. evening at 6 p.m. The meeting place is the Evart Depot. Pink Hatters are welcome too (the younger ones). Call our Queen, Jan, at 734-5010 or Vice Queen Linda, at 734-9733 for any information or questions you may have. THE LAST TUESDAY OF each month the Intersection Free Store will host a Free Resources Seminar for the greater Evart community. This seminar will discuss the many different agencies, organizations and churches that offer help for families and individuals during these current tough economic conditions. Please call ahead as seating is limited. All are welcome. (231)734-2733 ~SEPTEMBER 6 AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will be held on Tuesday, September 6 at the Evart United Methodist Church, 619 Cherry St., Evart from 12 p.m. To 5:45 p.m. T.O.P.S. 1541 MEETING, weigh-in 8:15-9:15a.m., meeting at 9:30a.m. at Evart United Methodist Church. For more information call (231)734-5752. T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10 p.m., meeting at 6:35 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, Evart, corner of Third and Oak. For more information, call Ruth at (231)734-2844 or Terri at (231)734-5348. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 1p.m. at Evart United Methodist Church. SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at Reed City Church of the Nazarene, 5300 220th Ave., Reed City. EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center, 219 East Todd Street. ALANON MEETING every Thursday night, 7:00p.m. at Evart Sacred Heart Church. THE CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVERS will be meeting at the Osceola County Fairgrounds in Evart every Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at the community building. Anyone interested to learn wood carving is welcome, there is no cost. It is also the meal site for the Commission on Aging and their Thursday dinner is at noon. For mor information on carving call 734-5125 or 734-9131. Information on COA dinner reservations call 734-6005. WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Thursday evening at the Assembly of God Church in Big Rapids. Weigh-in at 6:00 p.m., meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB meets every third Thursday of the month. EVART CAR CLUB meets the second Thursday of every month at the Evart Moose at 7p.m. SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment after lunch. For information call 231734-6005. MUSIC AT THE DEPOT will be the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month from 7 to 9 p.m. We-BJammin (Country, Blues, Oldies and Gospel). ~SEPTEMBER 8 AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will be held on Thursday, September 8 at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 19778 US-10, Reed City from 12 p.m. To 5:45 p.m.
ANGEL ANIMAL RESCUE, Low Cost Services. Call (231)679-0489 For More Information.
HEARTLAND HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING. Heartland Hospice of Cadillac is looking for caring and dedicated people with an interest in serving terminally ill patients and their families in the Reed City Area and the outlaying communities. Volunteers provide services such as friendly visiting, patient transport/ patient outings, errand running, child care, and clerical services. Volunteer classes are available to t each persons schedule. Please call Paul King at Heartland Hospice at 231-775-6840 for further information.
WEDNESDAY
ELIJAHS PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesday of each month), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-Emanuel Lutheran Church, 202 Albert Street, LeRoy. Open to the public, free of charge. IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Game Day, 11a.m. at the club house. PATHFINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer Story Hour, 1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. A parent must remain in the library during story hour. SOUTH EVART QUILT CLUB, (rst and third Wednesday of the month), 10:30a.m.-2p.m. with potluck lunch at noon. Contact Margie (231)734-3857 or Ann (231)867-3237. EVART FAITH BIBLE CHURCH PIONEER CLUB, 6p.m. every Wednesday for rst through sixth grades. REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIME is every Wednesday from 11:15a.m. until noon. There will be games, crafts, songs and stories. BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUB MEETINGS are held the rst Wednesday of each month (excluding January through March), and the public is always welcome. The doors open at 5:30 for a pot luck dinner followed by the meeting which starts at 7:00p.m. OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITIES meeting is the rst Wednesday of every month. Call the hotline for location of the meeting and for information. (231)832-8453 EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE meets at 6p.m. the second Wednesday of each month. For information call 734-9799. BINGO, EVERY WEDNESDAY, VFW Hall Post #7979, Evart, license A04340. Early Bird at 6 p.m. Located at 4681 85th Ave., Evart. THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meets the rst Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Big Rapids Masonic Temple on east 19 Mile Road in Big Rapids. NA OPEN MINDED RECOVERY MEETING will be held at 7 p.m. Every Wednesday and Sunday at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids. THE MIDWESTERN MICHIGAN AARP CHAPTER 2418 will hold their monthly meeting the second Wednesday of the month at the United Methodist Church in Reed City with a pot-luck lunch stating at 12 p.m. The Program Schedule is as follows: ~SEPTEMBER 14- Jeff Weber from the Emergency Management ~AUGUST 31 AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will be held on Wednesday, August 31 at the Free Methodist Church, 6151 95th Ave., Evart from 12 p.m. To 5:45 p.m.
SATURDAY
REED CITY SENIOR CENTER Potluck and Cards, 12 p.m. (third Saturday of each month). REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken BBQ (third Saturday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola Ave. For more information, call (231)832-5102. INTERSECTION OPEN-DOORS FREE COMMUNITY DINNER takes place every Saturday night at 5:45 p.m. at the corner of US-10 and 66 in the Brooks Corners United Methodist hall. Open to everyone. Reservation are required, please call (231)734-2733. Please leave your name, contact phone number and number of people attending. Intersection Church takes place folling the dinner starting at 6:30 p.m.. Everyone welcome. THE LEROY FARMERS MARKET will be held every Saturday from 9a.m. To 1 p.m. Through mid October. For information call Brian Cool at (231)7684624 or go to www.leroyfarmersmarket.com.
TUESDAY
LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, 10a.m. Monthly topics. Open to all pregnant and nursing mothers. Children welcome. Downtown Reed City. Contact Sue, LLL group leader for directions or questions, (231)832-1858 or email LLL Sue@charter.net. (Meetings are Third Tuesday of every month.) IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Senior Size, 11a.m. and Line Dancing, 7p.m. at the club house. SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5-6 p.m. (every Tuesday) at the church, 216 S. Main Street, Hersey. For more information, call the church (231)832-9072. Church is barrier free. FREE CLOTHING - FOOD available to those in need (second and fourth Tuesday of the month), 5p.m. at Idlewild Seventh Day Adventist Churchs Community Service. REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOOD PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for more information. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, (second Tuesday of each month), 1p.m. at St. Anns Church Basement in Baldwin. For further information, call Shawn (231)745-8421. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 7a.m. at the Evart United Methodist Church. BINGO12:30 at Reed City Senior Center, 219 East Todd Street. CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 2-4p.m. The group meets at the Community Mental Health for Central Michigan in Osceola County located at 4473 220th Ave. in Reed City. For mor information call (231)832-2247. The group is for individuals who provide caregiving services for individuals with Dementia, Alzheimers or other chronic/terminal medical conditions. There is no charge to participate and there are no residency restrictions. GFWC EVART WOMENS CLUB meets 7p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Open to the public. The May meeting honors Girl Scouts with a Girl Scouts tea. WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Tuesday morning at the Assembly of God Church in Big Rapids. Weigh in at 9:00 a.m. meeting starts at 9:30 a.m. ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP for families and friends of Alcoholics will meet every Tuesday at St. Phillips Church, Reed City at 8 p.m. SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment after lunch. For information call 231734-6005. THE RED HATS, known as the Classy Lassies in Purple and Red, of Evart, meet every THIRD Tuesday
EVERGREEN COVENANT WOMEN will hold a craft and bake sale on Saturday, August 27 from 9a.m. to 2p.m. At Hollister Senior Citizen Center on 1505 Michigan Ave. (M37) in Baldwin. All proceeds go to community charities.
SUNDAY
REED CITY VFW Ladies Auxiliary All American Breakfast (rst Sunday of every month), 8a.m-12 noon. 129 East Osceola Avenue.
FRIDAY
REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Fish Fry (rst Friday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola Ave. For more information, call (231)832-5102. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 8p.m. at the Evart United Methodist Church. PEDRO, 1p.m. at the Reed City Senior Center, 219 East Todd Street. EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from 5 to 8p.m. Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at 8400 US-10 in Evart. For more information call (231)734-6181 BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoy VFW Post #10770 on Mackinaw Trail next to Citizens Bank. Early birds starts at 6p.m. Concession stand is open. SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment after lunch. For information call 231734-6005. REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken Wings (Last Friday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola Ave. For more information, call (231)832-5102. PLEASE NOTE DEADLINE FOR EVENTS TO BE TURNED IN FOR NEXT PUBLICATION. Send all upcoming events no later than WEDNESDAY NOON to: The Tri-County Yvonne Morneau 211 W. Upton, Suit B Reed City, MI 49677 Phone: (231)832-5566 or (231)592-8344 Fax: (231)832-5558
LAST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH, Breakfast Buffet, 7:30-11 a.m. Evart Moose Lodge, #2452, 8400 U.S.-10.
EVART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2nd Sunday of every month.
REED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stop serving their Pancake Breakfast on the third Sunday of each month until further notice. NA OPEN MINDED RECOVERY MEETING is held at 7 p.m. Every Wednesday and Sunday at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids
MONDAY
REED CITY AMVETS POST 2965 MEETING, 7p.m. 129 E. Osceola Avenue. For more information, call Cliff Galloup (231)832-2787. Meetings are second Monday of every month). T.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday at Reed City St. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in 5:30p.m., meeting 6p.m. EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center, 219 E. Todd Street. REED CITY SENIOR CENTER MEETING, 10:30a.m. (third Monday of each month). BUTTERFLY BUNCH BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING second Monday of each month, 7p.m. For more information, call Carol Ladd (231)7345305. EVART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingo each Monday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors open at 4p.m. Early bird takes place at 6p.m. with regular regular bingo at 6:30p.m. (License No. A21600)
THURSDAY
REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOOD PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for mor information. FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday of each month), at Baldwin Family Health Care Conference Room. For more information contact Dave, call (231)745-2000 ext. 16.
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Traditional Germanfest Celebration, 7 pm to 11 pm Imported German Bier and Wine Authentic German food, The Best of the Wurst Music featuring The Vagabonds, and Linda Lee and Wild Bill with dance area $35 per person, not including drinks Adults only (21 and older)
A polka class will be held prior to Germanfest this year. Contact Dave Routley at 231-349-3641 for more information.
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2008 DODGE AVENGER 6,495
2002 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN

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$
2009 SATURN VUE FWD

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$
2008 JEEP LIBERTY RENEGADE

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$
2004 FORD F150 XLT

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$
12,995
10,995
11,995
10,995
2006 CHEVROLET AVEO

AWD, V6, Loaded
$
2008 DODGE CARAVAN

SE, 3.3 V6, Loaded.
$
2005 BUICK LACROSSE

CXS, V6, Leather, Loaded
Overland. V8, Leather, Loaded, 4x4.
2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE
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9,995
14,995
2 MILES NORTH OF GREENVILLE ON M-91

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2008 FORD FUSION

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616.754.6800
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170 Items for Sale

M & J NEW & USED FURNITURE of Evart. Largest selection of good used and new furniture and appliances. (231)734-2707. We buy, sell or trade. Mon.-Fri.(9-5), Sat.(9-2), Sun. (10-2) www.mandjfurniture.com NEW 1 PAINT by number kit $11.00 (231)734-0360. NIKON SPOTTING SCOPE $300. (231)796-3471. PUMP JACK, ALUMINUM, 24-ft, like new $300. Call after 6p.m. (231)7964125 WEDDING DRESS SIZE 12, white with embroidered pink roses. Paid $800 asking $200. Vail $25. OBO. (231)823-2641 WINCHESTER 94AE TRAPPER. 45COLT 16" Barrel w/saddle ring. New in box $450 OBO. David (989)339-4147.
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among the vast array of handcrafted items. Every imaginable media is represented, with wheel thrown pottery, hand woven baskets, stained and blown glass, oak furniture, paintings, jewelry, weather vanes and lawn ornaments plus countless other items. County Area Chamber of Commerce at (231) 796-7649, or www.labordayarts.com
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210 Boats and Marine Equipment

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2008 CHEVY MALIBU LS*
$11,799
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BIG RAPIDS: 1988 Custom mobile home 14x70, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, new furnace and storage shed. Appliances included. Very good condition $9,500 (231)796-8105.
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