Farmers Market returns June 8
The St. Johns Farmers Market will open for the season this Saturday, June 8.
The market is open from 8:00 a.m. to noon on Saturdays and is located on Maple Street, just west of the courthouse.
2019 Concerts in the Park Schedule
June 12: Louie Longoria Band; Big Time Country
June 19: Mountain Town Brass; Elite Brass Band
June 26: Lansing Concert Big Band; Big Band Jazz
July 3: Root Doctor: Classic Soul, R&B, Blues
July 10: Sea Cruisers; Good Old Rock & Roll
July 17: Capitol City Chordsmen; Fun Barbershop Chorus
July 24: Dave Bennett Quartet; Swing to Rock
Aug. 31: Miranda & the M80s; Best of Queen & 80s Hits
Aug. 7: Toppermost; Beatles Tribute Band
Aug. 14: Saline Fiddlers; Amazing Youth Fiddlers
Aug. 21: Ross Mead and North Country; All Country
Aug. 28: Matt King; Elvis Impersonator
William E. Tennant Performance Shell; St. Johns City Park, Wednesday evenings; 7 p.m.; Rain or Shine.
Sister Hazel benefit concert is June 15
A concert to benefit the return of the Soap Box 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. 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.
Special Olympics Area 28 Golf Scramble is June 15
Mark your calendars June 15, 2019 for the 23rd annual Special Olympics Area 28 Clinton County Golf Scramble at the Emerald Golf Course. Continental breakfast, 18 holes with cart, luncheon, raffles, prizes are all included for only a $70 entry fee.
They are looking for golfers and sponsors to make this outing a success. The money raised helps pay for equipment, uniforms, transportation and much more. Area 28 wants to reach out and include as many children and adults with intellectual disabilities in Special Olympics as possible. In order to do so, they need community support.
For further information, to reserve your team or to become a sponsor, please contact Area 28 Representative Robyn Monville at 989.224.7021, or Area 28 Director Debbie Cornell at 517.669.7704 or via email at area28@somi.org.
Soup kitchen makes stops in area
His Cup Runneth Over, a mobile soup kitchen, will be making a stop at
– First Congregational Church, 100 Maple Ave, St. Johns 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, June 11
– Suntree Apartments, 1100 Sunview Dr., St. Johns, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday, June 13
– The Meadows of St. Johns, 2265 W. Parks Rd., St. Johns, from 3 pm to 5 pm, Thursday, June 13.
Soup, bread, fruit and dessert will be served to all who come free of charge. For more information call 517-388-2005.
Archery in the park begins at Sleepy Hollow
Archery in the park information:
When: Monday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Archery Range. Park at the East Picnic Area and head across the street to the range.
Cost: Free(all vehicles must have a rec. passport to enter the park.)
Questions: contact Jamie Shaw or Michelle at the park at 517-651-6217.
Chronic Pain PATH workshop coming up
“Chronic Pain PATH (Personal Action Toward Health) is a 6-week workshop designed for people with chronic pain. In this interactive workshop, people are taught effective tools to better self-manage their condition and its impact on their life.
Managing chronic pain is more than taking medications. We address a variety of topics including fatigue management, dealing with difficult emotions, and pacing and planning. Includes the Moving Easy Program: safe exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance. Caregivers and significant others are also welcome to sign up and attend as active participants. The workshop is free of charge courtesy of Michigan State Medical Society. Pre-registration is required.”
The Chronic Pain PATH workshop will be held at Clinton County Medical Center, 1005 S. US 127
St. Johns on Wednesdays, July 17 – August 21, 2019 from 2:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Register at the Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465. Priority is given to those 50+ but all are welcome to call. Funding provided by Michigan State Medical Society.
College student news
Michigan Tech names Dean’s List. Among the honorees are the following from the area:
St. Johns
Eric A. Batz, Grand Ledge High School, Electrical Eng Tech
Sophie M. Owen, Saint Johns High School, Electrical Engineering
Jacob H. Suidgeest, Saint Johns High School, Computer Science
Nick C. Redman, Saint Johns High School, Mechanical Engineering
DeWitt, MI
Sarah Barry, Dewitt High School, Environmental Engineering
Jared M. Dietzel, Dewitt High School, Engineering
Gabriel J. Glennon, Home School, Mechanical Engineering
Saint Johns, MI
Westphalia, MI
Matt J. Fox, Pewamo Westphalia High School, Civil Engineering
Adam D. Deyoung of Eagle was among more than 850 graduates honored at Michigan Technological University’s Spring Commencement held on the Houghton, Michigan campus May 4.
Former astronaut and combat fighter pilot Gregory H. Johnson, who lives part time in Traverse, City Michigan, was the commencement speaker. The student address was delivered by Monica Brechting of Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Adam D. Deyoung received a Bachelor of Science In Materials Science and Engineering.
Rep. Graham Filler announces office hours
State Rep. Graham Filler has announced his next set of local coffee hours will be held Friday, June 7 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Big Boy, 1408 Old U.S. 27 in St. Johns.
“Being an effective representative for our community involves actively listening to the residents that live here,” Filler said. “I welcome anyone with questions, concerns, or ideas to join me.”
Rep. Filler will return to his regular schedule of hosting office hours on the second Friday of the month in July. No appointments are necessary to attend. Those unable to attend can contact Rep. Filler by phone at (517) 373-1778 or by email at GrahamFiller@house.mi.gov.
Moolenaar Announces Office Hours for June
Congressman John Moolenaar announced office hours to be held by constituent relations representatives at locations throughout the Fourth District. The purpose of the office hours is to help residents in need of assistance with a federal agency, like the IRS and the VA.
June 13
1:30 -2:30 PM
DeWitt City Hall, Large Conference Room, 414 East Main Street, DeWitt, MI 48820