AgroExpo is August 13-14
The fourth annual AgroExpo will feature agricultural companies with new methods and technologies, commodity groups with the latest in news and marketing, and all supporters with their eye on the future of agriculture.
The popular in-field demonstrations this year feature sprayers, drones, and soil and remote sensing technology. These demos offer the opportunity to see the newest tools in action.
The speaker tent offers educational opportunities, many of which give CCA and RUP credits. There will be sessions both days with experts in the industry taking an in-depth look at the most pressing industry topics like risk management, increasing yields, nutrition, insurance, technology, and estate planning.
AgroExpo is also the site of the 2019 Crop Management Challenge, where FFA chapters compete to make the best agronomic, economic, and environmental decisions for their plots of corn. The top three of the ten chapters win cash and awards. In addition to the FFA, there are 75 seed, plant nutrition, and crop protection products plots to examine and evaluate.
Since machinery is a large part of farming operations, Ford, Chevrolet, and Ram will offer a ride and drive experience, and FFA students will also be competing in a tractor skills driving contest.
With over 130 exhibitors, the AgroExpo caters to agricultural professionals looking for information, inspiration, and connections. AgroExpo is where you will find not only the latest in innovation, but the experts behind the discoveries.
City of St. Johns Fall Recreation Programs
Kids Power Karate – The City of St. Johns Recreation Department is offering a fall Kids Power Karate program. The six-week class is designed for boys and girls, ages 5-12 years old who want to learn discipline, self-defense, and have fun. Classes will be held on Wednesdays starting September 18th at the St. Johns PKSA karate school. Registration info and program cost can be found on the Recreation Department website. The deadline for registration is September 12, 2019. No drop-ins will be allowed. At the conclusion of the class, your children will have the opportunity to test for their first color belt.
Basketball Clinic – 2019 K-3rd grade Basketball Clinics will begin September 23rd for four weeks. The basketball clinic will be held on Mondays beginning September 23rd through October 14th in the Wilson Center gymnasium. The K-1st grades will meet from 6:15 – 7:15pm and 2nd-3rd grades from 7:15 – 8:15pm each Monday. Registration info and program cost can be found on the Recreation Department website. This program is great for those who would like to get a head start preparing for the upcoming basketball season. Participants of this program will work on skill development in dribbling, shooting, passing, and speed and coordination.
The 4-week program is taught by instructors from Basketball University. Basketball University is a contracted company working with the Recreation Department. Company information can be accessed on their website at www.bballuniversity.com.
Hunters’ Safety – Hunters’ Safety Training will be held August 17th or September 14th at the Sleepy Hollow Conservation Club. Class time: 8:00AM-4:00PM.
Pre-registration required. There is a course fee to attend this class. Registration info and program cost can be found on the Recreation Department website. A parent or guardian must accompany a child under the age of 12.
– Bring your lunch.
– Must pick up your book at least four days before the class begins.
– This class is a home study.
– Must come to the first day of class.
Contact Bill Schafer at 989-224-8944 Ext 227 during the hours of 8:30am to 4:00pm for further information. Alternative contact is Daniel Winsor at 989-640-0932 during the hours of 9:00am and 9:00pm for further information. Please visit the DNR website www.michigan.gov/dnr for information on other Hunter Safety programs.
Zumba – New classes begin in the end of August at the Wilson Center on Tuesdays 6:00-7:00pm. Adults and youth, men and women, beginners and experts are all welcome. Certified Zumba instructor Sarah D. will be leading the dance-based workout each night. Dress ready to sweat, bring a water bottle, and be prepared for an amazing and fun time. Registration info and program cost can be found on the Recreation Department website.
Pickleball – The City of St. Johns is excited to continue this adult program this fall/winter. Pickleball is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. This program will take place 10:00-12:00 a.m. Tuesday mornings starting October 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday nights starting in the end of September at the Wilson Center Gym. Registration info and program cost can be found on the Recreation Department website.
Fall Softball – Registrations are now being accepted in the City Offices on the first floor of the Courthouse. The registration deadline is August 15th. Games will be played on Monday nights for the men’s league on the Main Softball Field. Games will start at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, and 9:30. The season will begin the week of August 26. The City Slow Pitch League is an adult recreation league. Registration info and program cost can be found on the Recreation Department website.
Online Resources – check our Facebook page or our website at http://cityofstjohnsmi.com/Departments/Parks-Recreation for the most up to date information and program offerings. The Recreation Department is launching our new online registration platform in the fall. Many of these programs will offer convenient online registration. Check back with us for that exciting new addition.
Contact Recreation Programmer Marie Heard with program questions or for registration information at 989-224-8944 Ext 228.
2019 Concerts in the Park Schedule
August 14: Saline Fiddlers; Amazing Youth Fiddlers
August 21: Ross Mead and North Country; All Country
August 28: Matt King; Elvis Impersonator
William E. Tennant Performance Shell; St. Johns City Park, Wednesday evenings; 7 p.m.; Rain or Shine
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, August 13 and
– First Baptist Church/Beacon of Hope (northwest parking lot), 512 S. US 27, St. Johns from 12-1:30 pm, Thursday, August 15 and at
– The Meadows of St. Johns, 2265 W. Parks Rd., St. Johns, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday, August 15.
Soup, bread, fruit and dessert will be served to all who come free of charge. For more information call 517-388-2005.
Many thanks to Ryan and Jackie Bounds family for donating Natalie Bounds pig from the Clinton County 4-H Fair to His Cup Runneth Over. Thanks to Chuck DeSander of Chucky D’s for donating the processing of the pig. Your donations will be bless many people in the community with free meals this season.
Old 27 tour to visit St. Johns on August 22
On Thursday, August 22 the Michigan Old US 27 Motor Tour will be in Downtown St. Johns from 8 a.m. – a.m.
For more information please visit http://www.old27tour.com/index.php
Summer Fun at CRV
August 12 – 16 Robotics Competition Cost $20
Students who have gone through our robotics classes or have knowledge of Lego Robotics systems can use their knowledge to compete against other robot builders. Work as a team or an individual to create and robot that can perform a list of tasks. Each robot scores points for each activity completed and the amount of time it takes. A final winner will be crown at the end.
To register call 517-672-4226 or go online at https://www.crvonline.org/.
Briggs District Library News
Sister Pie – Lisa Ludwinski, a 2019 Michigan Notable author, will be at the library Wednesday, September 25 from 6:30-7:30 to discuss her cookbook and her Detroit-based pie shop, Sister Pie. This special bakery has earned a following for its famous pies and cookies, as well as for its focus on employees, environment, and economy. No library card is needed to attend this free program, but advance registration is appreciated, and begins Wednesday, August 21.
Toddler StoryTime – “That’s What It’s All About!” Register now for Thursday mornings, 10:30-11 a.m. or Thursday evenings, 6:30-7 p.m., September 5 – October 10. Children ages 2-3 years old with adult participation will enjoy stories, music, and creative movement. We will play, learn and grow together. Registration is required and began on Thursday, August 8.
Lapsit StoryTime – To “B” or Not to “B” Children ages 12-24 months with adult participation can join us in the fun of exploring the letter “B”. Choose between Friday mornings, 10:30-11 a.m., September 6 – October 11 or Monday evenings, 6:30-7 p.m., September 9 – October 14. “B” is the theme of our stories, music, creative movement and simple signs. Registration is required and opens Friday, August 9. Bubbles, bears, bunnies, balls, birds, blocks and more, oh my!
Starting School Story-Time – Ages: going into Pre-school, Begindergarten, Young 5s or Kindergarten. This program for independent listeners will be on Thursday, August 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m. We will enjoy sharing new and fun school stories, a craft and snack. Registration is required and is open now.
Play-Doh Time – Children ages 4-6 can join in the squishy fun and creative play on Tuesday, August 20, 6:30-7:30 p.m. We will follow our summer reading theme of space and create different planets, aliens, spaceships and who knows what else might be out there? Registration is required and opened on Tuesday, July 23.
LEGOS IN SPACE!!!! – Ages 7-12 are invited to enjoy imaginative fun building and creating new worlds (maybe an alien or a spaceship or a new planet) with LEGO blocks on Tuesday, August 27, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Registration is required and began on Tuesday, July 30.
TAB Campfire – Teens interested in learning more about the library’s Teen Advisory Board can join us on Tuesday, August 13 from 7:30-8:30. We will make s’mores over a fire, and discuss TABs role in influencing the library’s teen collection, programs, and services. Registration is now available on our website.
BriggsFlix – The final installment in the BriggsFlix summer movie series for adults and teens is the space action comedy, The Fifth Element. The movie will show in the library’s Meeting Room on Wednesday, August 21 at 6:30. Space is limited, so registration is required, and is now available. More information about all of our summer movies can be found at briggsdistrictlibrary.org.
Tween Makerspace – The space theme continues with our next Tween Makerspace when we will be testing the sun’s energy! Tweens ages 8-12 can join us on Wednesday, August 14 from 1:30-2:30 to examine different ways the sun reacts to the world around us. Registration is required, and is now available.
Connections – Patrons needing help with OverDrive/Libby, RBDigital, or any of the library’s other e-services will be able to come to the library for drop-in tech help each Wednesday from 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Maker Electronics Program – Tweens and teens ages 10-13 can join us on Tuesday, September 10 from 6:30-7:30 as we discover what makes old electronic equipment work by taking it apart. Registration is required, and begins Tuesday, August 13.
Tales to Tails – Ruger, a certified therapy dog will be back at the library this fall. Children ages 6-12 can sign up for a 15-minute session to practice reading aloud to Ruger on the 2nd or 4th Thursday of each month. Space is limited, and registration is required, beginning Thursday, August 15 at the library or by calling 989-224-4702.
Bookaholics Book Club – There is still time to read the club’s August selection, A Time to Kill, by John Grisham. The club will meet Thursday, August 15 at 6:30 in the bay window area of the library. Copies of the book are now available at the library circulation desk.
Euchre Club – Our adult Euchre Club will meet Friday, August 23 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. This free, fun, social is event is open to adults to register as single players or with a partner, and there is no cost or buy-in to play. Registration is very much appreciated, and is now available.
Library Closure – The Library will be closed Saturday August 10 for the Mint Festival. Watch for staff in the parade Saturday morning. The Library will also be closed Saturday August 31 and Monday September 2 for the Labor Day Holiday. The drop box on the Library porch will be available for returns throughout these closures.
For more program information or to register, visit the library’s website briggsdistrictlibrary.org or Facebook page or call (989)224-4702.
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Contact Information:
Library Director: Sara Morrison
Phone: 989-224-4702 * Fax: 989-224-1205
E-mail: director@briggsdistrictlibrary.org
Street address: 108 E Railroad * Saint Johns, MI 48879