Flags will fly on Memorial Day
The Avenue of Flags will be going up at Mt. Rest Cemetery on May 30 and May 31, weather permitting. The flags will be available for viewing between 8 a.m and 7 p.m.
Don’t miss this awe-inspiring tribute to the many Veterans from our community.
SJHS Auto Show is July 17
The date set for the St. Johns Auto Program 50th Anniversary Celebration is July 17.
They will be working on getting all the cool stuff they had scheduled before we had to reschedule due to the pandemic. They also expect to have Rhino Dyno coming, so get those engines tuned up for a good time.
Free meals every Tuesday
His Cup Runneth Over, a free meal ministry, will be doing free meals every Tuesday starting Tuesday.
Free meals will be given out from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 100 Maple Ave., St. Johns. They will be located in the back southwest corner of the parking lot.
Everyone is welcome to come, and it is free for all who come. For those unable to pick up lunch, please call to arrange for delivery by Monday.
If you would like to get involved in volunteering or need a delivery call or text 517-388-2005 or 989-544-5764.
FOMR to hold cleanup on June 5
The Friends of the Maple River (FOMR) will be hosting a river cleanup on Saturday, June 5. They plan to meet at the Elsie dam at 9:00 a.m. to split it up into work groups. The group expects to work until mid-day, but they will not run any later than 1:00 p.m.
Please dress appropriately for the weather and bring any applicable gear or equipment that can assist with removing downed timber from the river. Please direct any specific questions about the clean up or gear to Jack Nutter at 989-862-5541.
Immediately after the cleanup, those who are interested are invited to hang out at a casual social gathering back at the Elsie dam site. Bring a change of clothes, something to sit on and whatever refreshments you would like. They may also decide to order food from a local restaurant if there is enough interest.
The FOMR is looking forward to a productive effort to open more of the river for recreation and a chance to catch up current members and hopefully some new ones. All are welcome, and they encourage everyone to get involved. See you on the water.
Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner is June 17
The Clinton County Republican Party will be hosting its annual Lincoln Day Dinner Fundraiser on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at Andy T’s Barn, 3647 S Williams Rd in St Johns.
The keynote speaker will be Michigan House Majority Floor Leader Ben Frederick with special guests State Senator Tom Barrett and State Representative Graham Filler.
A Club Reception will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner promptly at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.ccrpmi.com. Questions can be directed to the local party chair, Jenell Leonard (765.210.7971).
Telephonic workshops available
Tri-County Office on Aging is offering two 6-week telephonic workshops for individuals with chronic pain or diabetes (no internet required). You will learn tools and techniques to better manage your condition, increase energy and improve quality of life, and more.
When:
Chronic Pain PATH: Tuesdays, June 8 – July 13 from 10:00 – 11:00 am via small group phone calls.
Diabetes PATH: Wednesdays, June 9 – July 14 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm via small group phone calls.
Funded by Mason Area Community Fund and Lions Club International.
Workshops are free of charge, but donations are accepted.
To register: Call Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465. Please register by Tuesday, May 25 to ensure all materials are mailed to you on time.