Memorial Day Parade scheduled for Thursday, May 30
The Memorial Day Parade will be held on the traditional Memorial Day evening, Thursday, May 30. The parade will begin at 6 p.m. and continue north on Clinton Aveue. Ceremonies at Mt. Rest Cemetery will follow.
Dave Link Spring Spectacular is Tuesday, May 28
Director Roy Davis will be holding his annual Live Music Night Spring Jazz Concert as a fundraiser for the Wilson Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28.
This is a great concert each year, showcasing the great jazz program at the high school. St. Johns Community Band, the St. Johns High School Jazz Band, St. Johns High School Rock Band and two rock bands, “Nobody But Us” and “Synergy” made up of high school seniors will be performing.
Free will offering to benefit new lighting system for the auditorium. The Wilson Auditorium is located on Cass Street in St. Johns right behind the courthouse.
Dave Link
Soap Box Derby upcoming events
Saturday, June 1, 2019, 2-6 p.m. at Service Drive, West of St. Johns City Park off of Townsend Rd – This will be the first scheduled preliminary racing for the St Johns Soap Box Derby. All race participants are strongly urged to bring their cars and participate in this event. Cars will be inspected and run off of ramps to help drivers get a sense of what race day will be all about.
Saturday, June 8, 2019, 2-6 p.m. at Service Drive, West of St. Johns City Park off of Townsend Rd – This will be the second scheduled preliminary racing for the St Johns Soap Box Derby. All race participants are strongly urged to bring their cars and participate in this event. Cars will be inspected and run off of ramps to help drivers get a sense of what race day will be all about.
Saturday, June 15, 2019, 3-11 p.m. at Uncle John’s Cider Mill, 8614 N US 27, St. Johns Mi – Summer Soap Box Derby concert featuring Sister Hazel, Sadie Bass, Blues 202, Other’s eyes, and Wing It. Proceeds from the concert will go to the St Johns Soap Box Derby, Boy Scouts, St Johns VFW Post 4113, and Animal Rescue. Tickets start at $30.00.
Sunday, June 16, 2019 at Downtown St. Johns Michigan. St. Johns Soap Box Derby. Parade starts at approximately 9:00 a.m. with racing to follow. Drivers are asked to be onsite promptly at 8:00 a.m. for breakfast and driver’s meeting located at the depot on Railroad Street.
101 Things That Happened on the Mackinac Bridge
Writer Mike Fornes is returning to the Briggs District Library to share stories of the history of the Mackinac Bridge on Monday, June 17 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
No library card is needed to attend this free program, but registration is appreciated and began on Monday, May 20.
Community benefit concert is June 15
A concert to benefit the return of the Derby and other local organizations will be held at Uncle John’s Cider Mill on Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 3:00 – 11:00 p.m.
The concert will feature the platinum rock band, Sister Hazel, who has been noted as, “One of the Top 100 Most Influential Independent Performers of the last 15 years” by Performing Songwriter Magazine. Their songs including, “Lighter In The Dark” and “All For You” have been ranked on top billboard charts such as Top Country Album Charts, and Billboards Independent Albums Chart among others. Also performing will be Sadie Bass, Blues 202, Others Eyes, and Wing It.
Proceeds from the concert will go to the Saint Johns Soap Box Derby, Boy Scouts, Saint Johns VFW Post 4113, and an animal rescue organization.
Ticket prices are $30 general admission and $100 VIP.
Walk to Fight Kidney Disease on June 9
The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) is asking the community to join more than 400 walkers and supporters expected at their annual Greater Lansing Kidney Walk to fight kidney disease on Sunday, June 9 at Hawk Island County Park, 1601 East Cavanaugh Road, Lansing. Registration begins at 12:00 p.m. The Opening Ceremony and Walk kicks off at 1:45 p.m.
Participants can register online before the walk date or onsite on June 9. Walkers over the age of 12 are asked to raise at least $20 to offset the cost of the venue, entertainment, and parking. Walkers aged 3-12 are asked to raise at least $10. Walkers aged two and under are free. Participants who raise $100 or more receive a walk t-shirt. Those raising $250 or more will receive additional prizes. For more information or to register, visit www.nkfm.org/walks or call Ryder Comstock at the NKFM at 800-482-1455.
Before and during the walk, NKFM will transform an area of Hawk Island County Park into an energetic atmosphere for people with kidney disease, living kidney donors, transplant patients and their loved ones as a way to celebrate their lives. Unlike a traditional charity walk, the Kidney Walk goes the extra mile to support those fighting kidney disease with an event full of celebration including special food (appropriate for those fighting the disease), massages and giveaways. The day will include music, food and beverages, kids activities, demonstrations from Impression5, a visit from Sparty and Zeke the Wonderdog, and much more! Stay after the Walk and enjoy Hawk Island’s swimming beach, playground, hiking trails, paddle boats, fishing, Splashpad and beach volleyball!
“Come out and enjoy a day at Hawk Island County Park! Walk to raise funds to prevent and fight kidney disease. This year our financial goal is $80,000,” said Linda Smith-Wheelock, NKFM President and CEO. “We provide fun ways to celebrate people with kidney disease, donors and loved ones.”