Elvis returns for another Concert in the Park performance
Concert in the Park audiences who’ve loved Matt King’s Elvis Presley Tribute Show for the past 11 seasons are waiting for the “Hound Dog” to return again. King “is” Elvis in the September 23 show at the William E. Tennant Performance Shell located in the St. Johns City Park. The show begins at 7 p.m.. As always there will be no admission charge.
“We’re pleased to have Matt King back again as Elvis,” says Performance Shell Committee Chairperson Bill Tennant. “Our audiences love him! His appearance is one of the most popular of the season each year – a show that everyone thoroughly enjoys!”
A Michigan resident, King has traveled all over the United States and Europe entertaining audiences with his unique ability to bring to the “King” to life via his moves, mannerisms, looks and costuming – and, of course, that distinctive voice. He took first place at the 2014 Windsor King Festival and also captured first in the 2014 Midwest Elvis Competition. Those honors are in addition to numerous similar top-place finishes at Elvis events around the United States.
The weekly concerts are being presented under strict safety guidelines that have been established by the State of Michigan, the City of St. Johns and the Concert in the Park Committee. During these unprecedented times, the guidelines must be followed if the series is to be continued each week.
Wearing of Masks and Social Distancing are both required this year.
A decision will be made each week on whether the next concert can take place. Please check the Performance Shell Facebook Page or the Clinton Count Arts Council’s Website at www.clintoncountyarts.org before coming each week. Please note that the Lions Club Food Trailer will not be at the concerts this fall. Concerts will be held each Wednesday evening, rain or shine, through the month of September.
“Concert in the Park” is sponsored by the Clinton County Arts Council and the City of St. Johns. The Clinton County Arts Council receives support from the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Fall Clean-Up set for September 19
The City of St. Johns Fall Clean-Up is set for Saturday, September 19. Please do not place items out to the curb prior to Saturday, September 12.
Items must be placed out by 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 19. Items placed after the contractor has passed will not be picked up.
Clean-up is limited to 3 cubic yards of material, approximately the size of a regular pick-up truck box. Pickers, please be courteous and keep areas tidy. Do not leave a mess.
This is available for city residents who live in a one to four unit dwelling. A refuse fee is applied to the summer tax bill to pay for this service. Any non-resident placing refuse illegally is subject to a $500 fine.
Fall Outdoor Movie Night coming September 25
St. John’s Lutheran Church is sponsoring their second outdoor movie on Friday, September 25 in their parking lot at the corner of Sturgis and S. Business US-27 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
The feature film is The Greatest Showman. Hugh Jackman stars in this musical based on the life of P.T. Barnum celebrates the birth of show business and dreams coming to life.
All are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs. Seating will be available on the hard surface of the parking lot. There is no cost, and no reservations are required. Come early to get a good seat.
No Admission Fee. Parking lot opens at 6 p.m.
First annual Chocolate Walk is October 2
The first annual St. Johns Chocolate Walk organized by the Clinton County Arts Council is sure to be a night of sweet fun for everyone. Enjoy a night touring St. Johns businesses while collecting a chocolate treat at each stop.
Complete the map for a chance to win prizes. Bonus stops outside of the downtown area will give you extra chances to win. This event will happen on October 2, 2020 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Tickets start at $15 per person with the option to upgrade to a $25 Golden Ticket and receive a commemorative wooden box to collect your chocolate treats. There are a limited number of tickets available. Tickets can be purchased at the Clinton County Arts Council Art & Soul Gallery, 215 N. Clinton Ave., downtown St. Johns. The event is limited to 200 tickets for this sweet event, so be sure to order your tickets early.
To be in compliance with social distancing and Covid-19 safe practices, organizers will offer three time blocks (5-6 p.m., 6-7 p.m. and 7-8 p.m. for you to attend the event. This will limit the number of people walking around the downtown at the same time.
And now the first annual Chocolate Walk just got a little sweeter.
Every ticket holder will have an opportunity to get a sneak peek inside the historic Sugar Bowl in downtown St. Johns at 112 N. Clinton Avenue.
Thank you to Hanover’s Michigan Mints for the opportunity and adding some extra fun to the event.
Get your Chocolate Walk tickets here. They’re selling out fast!
Redwing football is back
photo courtesy of Darryl Schmitz
The first St. Johns High School football game scheduled to be played in St. Johns is expected to be held on October 2 against Mason.
The season opener will be held on September 18 in Grand Ledge. The next will be held in Williamston on September 25. Another game is scheduled for October 9 at Haslett.
The final two home games will be played on October 16 against Fowlerville and on October 23 against Alpena. All games will begin at 7 p.m.
There will be no Homecoming in 2020.
County’s Free for Fall collection canceled
After much consideration, Clinton County’s October 3 Free for Fall collection event has been officially canceled due to health and safety reasons.
Residents are encouraged to use the Waste Wizard search tool for disposal options, but please always call before you make the trip because hours and conditions may vary due to COVID 19 restrictions. https://www.clinton-county.org/679/Waste-Wizard.
The Department of Waste Management has started a newsletter to keep county residents up to date on the current recycling news/events. It will be sent through email once a month.
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