Come to Eat and to Meet your Clinton County Historical Society
The CCHS Board, Archives and Paine-Gillam-Scott Museum volunteers would like to get to know you and share a little about what we do and try to answer any questions you may have. Wayne Summers will speak about the One Room Schools book update project. Please bring any pictures or documents you may have from a Clinton County one room school for us to scan and possibly use in the new book. Your photo will not be kept, just scanned and returned to you that night.
Join them on Tuesday, June 21, 6:30 pm at AgroLiquid, 1130 S. DeWitt Rd., St Johns (corner of M-21 and DeWitt Rd.) Bring a dish to pass and your own place setting. Drinks will be furnished. We hope to see you there.
Officers save surprise visitor
Sgt. Worrall and Officer Helms rescued this sweet baby from an egress window at a residence in Oakview Estates subdivision last week.
Looking ahead with the SJPS Orchestras
Here are the Orchestra dates for the 2016-17 school year. Please remember these may change depending on the school calendar. All concerts are in the high school auditorium.
-July 18, 19, 20, 21 – Mrs. Parker’s Summer Orchestra
-Oct. 25 – MS S&E (7th and 8th Grades), time TBA
-Oct. 27 – HS Fall Concert at 7:00pm
-Nov. 11, 12, 13 – HS Fall Musical
-Dec. 5 – HS Winter Concert at 7:00pm
-Dec. 6 – MS Winter Concert at 7:00pm
-Dec. 21 – MS Collage Concert at 9:00am at the MS
-Feb. 11 – HS MSBOA S and E at SJHS
-March 1 – Pre-Festival Concert at 7:00pm
-March 10, 11 – Festival, time TBA
-March 18 – HS MSBOA State S&E, time TBA
-April 22, 23 – 8th Grade All-Star Orchestra
-May 19, 20 – 8th Grade Chicago Trip
-May 23 – HS Spring Concert at 7:00pm
-June 7 – 5th Grade Rehearsal at 5:00
-June 8 – 5th & 7th Grade Spring Concert at 7:00pm
-June 12 – 6th & 8th Grade Spring Concert at 7:00pm
Briggs District Library News
Summer Reading Kick-Off – A big “Thank you!” to everyone who made our Summer Reading Kick-Off a huge success! We had over 220 people stop by for an afternoon of fun, but it would not have been possible without the help from our partners. A special thank you to Cardio Drumming with Michele, Cardio Kickboxing and Bootcamp with Marsha, and Mr. Swanson, the instructors and students from PKSA Karate for sharing their time and talents with us; and to Face Painting by Sharon, Jersey Giant and Planet X Events whose services at the event are very much appreciated! An event this large would not have run as smoothly as it did without the help of our many volunteers – thank you to you all.
S.A.M. in the Summer – Summer programs offering fun, hands-on participation in Science, Art & Math for children going into grades 1st thru 6th. June sessions will be about Art: Thursday, June 23rd, 3-4pm (3rd/4th grades), and Thursday, June 30th, 3-4pm (5th/6th grades). Registration is required and open at this time for the remaining Art classes, and for all three Science classes which will be taking place in July.
Adult Documentary Series – The next feature in our adult documentary series is “The U.S. vs John Lennon,” which takes a look at the period of Lennon’s post-Beatles life when he uses his music and celebrity to protest the Vietnam War, and the federal government’s response to his actions. It will show on Wednesday, July 6 at 7:30p.m. 99 minutes; Rated PG-13.
Coloring Programs – Our summer coloring programs are in full swing! The next sessions for our family program available to all ages will be on Thursday, June 23 and Thursday, July 14 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. The next session for our adult and teen program will be Saturday, July 9 from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Registration for both programs is required and is now open.
Play-Doh Play Time – Children ages 4 to 6 (independent). Choose between 2 sessions on Thursday, July 7th : 11:00 am – Noon OR 2:30 – 3:30pm. Children will be able to make & take home what they creatively produce with Play-Doh. There will be different “instruments and additional items” available for them to help their creative spirit. Registration is required and opens on Thursday, June 9th.
Kids, Cartoons, & Crafts – It is lunch and a movie this summer at the Library. Children ages 5-9 can join us for a showing of “Bugs Bunny’s Wild World of Sports” on Wednesday, June 22 from 11:30-12:30. We will also work on a small craft and play a game. Participants are welcome to bring a light lunch with them, but a snack will be provided if they choose not to. Registration is required, and is now available.
Garden Buddies – The Rae Johnson Children’s Garden will be where you can learn what it takes to grow the food you love to eat. Children that will be entering grades 2-6 can join us for a program that will meet on Wednesdays in June and July from 9:00-10:00a.m. There is still time to registration for the Garden Buddies program at www.briggsdistrictlibrary.org or by calling (989)224-4702.
Junior Readers – “WIN IT IN A MINUTE” Library Edition – Monday, June 27th from 7:00 to 7:45 pm
Challenge yourself to set a personal record in a library edition game. Open to Grades 2-4. Registration is currently taking place. Questionnaire available at circulation desk or online.
Staff Picks – If you are looking for a good book to read here is a list of titles that Library staff enjoyed or found informative in the last month.
– Adult Fiction: “She’s Not There” by J. Fielding, “Clawback” by J.A. Jance, “The Restaurant Critic’s Wife” by E. La Ban, “Crazy Blood” T. Jefferson Parker, “Close Your Eyes” by M. Robotham, “Darkness” by K. Robards, “Obession” by N. Roberts, “Fool Me Once” by H. Coben.
– Nonfiction: “Furniture Makes the Room: 15 Furniture Makeover Projects” by B. Blair, “Dream Home: the Property Brothers” by Jonathan & Drew Scott, “Gardening for Butterflies” by S. Black.
– Miss Marie’s Juvenile Picks: “Dragonsitter” by J. Lacey, “Dragonsitter Takes Off” by J. Lacey, “You Can Fill a Swimming Pool with Your Spit!” by P. Mason (non-fiction).
Library Closure – The Library will be closed Saturday July 2nd and Monday July 4th in observance of the Independence Day Holiday. The drop box on the Library porch will be available for returns throughout this closure.
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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
Spring Arbor University Spring Graduates
Saint Johns: Michael Welch, Masters of Business Adm
Dewitt:
Heidi Freeman, Master of Art/Counseling
Uriah Rogers, Bachelor’s Degree in Art, Son of Jeff and Roma Rogers
Soup kitchen to make 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 21 and at
– Middleton Community Church, 223 S. Newton, Middleton, from 4:30 p.m to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, June 21.
Soup, bread, fruit and dessert will be served to all who come free of charge. For more information call 989-533-9535 or 989-544-5764
Ride off-road vehicles safely and legally this summer
With summer now in full swing, conservation officers at the Michigan Department of Natural Resources remind off-road vehicle riders to follow ORV safety rules and land-use regulations, riding only where ORVs legally are permitted.
To ensure everyone’s safety and the protection of our natural resources, ORV riders are cautioned to only ride their machines where it’s legal to operate them,” said Cpl. John Morey, DNR ORV and snowmobile coordinator. “ORV restrictions are in place to protect Michigan’s natural resources and minimize user conflict with other outdoor recreation enthusiasts.”
ORV trail system
It is illegal to operate an ORV on public lands in the Lower Peninsula unless they are operating on the DNR designated ORV trail system. Michigan’s ORV trail system has three basic types of trails, including:
* Motorcycle-only trails maintained at a 28-inch width
* 50-inch-wide trails open to ORVs that are 50 inches wide or less
* ORV routes maintained at a width of 72 inches
* ORV use on designated trails is limited depending on the type of designated ORV trail and the ORV width. Off-trail or off-route ORV operation outside of a designated trail is prohibited, except for licensed hunters removing deer, bear or elk and operating an ORV at speeds of 5 miles per hour or less and traveling to the harvested game using the shortest possible route. Big game ORV retrieval provisions do not apply to the Pigeon River Country State Forest or to state game areas and national forests.
In the Lower Peninsula, the ORV trail/route system is the only legal place to ride non-Secretary of State-licensed ORVs on public lands other than frozen waters. In the Upper Peninsula, it is legal for ORVs to operate on state forest roads as well as the designated trail system, unless a specific state forest road is posted closed to ORV use.
Snowmobile trails
Snowmobile trails normally are not designated ORV trails/routes, making them illegal for ORV operation.
Snowmobile trails are indicated by numbered “diamond shape” markers. To view images of ORV trail markers, see page 50 of the Handbook of Michigan Off-Road Vehicle Laws. This handbook alsois available at any DNR Customer Service Center.
State parks and national forests
ORVs generally are prohibited on state game areas or state parks and recreation areas.
In all national forests, motor vehicles can be used only on roads, trails or areas that are designated as open on motor vehicle use maps. For more information, contact the local national forest headquarters.
Public roads
Roads, streets and highways maintained for year-round automobile travel (including the shoulder and the right-of-way) are closed to ORV operation unless designated open to ORV use by local ordinance. ORV operators should check with that county’s sheriff, road commission or clerk for local ordinances.
It is illegal to operate ORVs on state and federal highways, including the shoulders and rights of way.
Private land
Private land is closed to ORV operation except by the landowner and the landowner’s invited guests.
Caring for the environment
An ORV may not be operated in a manner that creates an erosive condition. Michigan’s soils and shorelines are fragile, and ORV operation in these areas and along stream banks and other waterways is prohibited. It is unlawful to operate any ORV in or on the waters of any stream, river, marsh, bog, wetland or quagmire.
For more information about ORV regulations and safe operation, see the Handbook of Michigan Off-Road Vehicle Laws. Maps of state-designated ORV trails also can be found there.
To report a natural resource violation, please call the Report All Poaching hotline at 800-292-7800. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/rap.
Michigan conservation officers are fully commissioned state peace officers who provide natural resources protection, ensure recreational safety and protect citizens by providing general law enforcement duties and lifesaving operations in the communities they serve. To learn more about the work of conservation officers, visit www.michigan.gov/conservationofficer.
Leonard health insurance bill passed
The Michigan House and Senate adopted legislation introduced by Rep. Tom Leonard to update Michigan’s health insurance code.
House Bills 4933-4935 update Michigan’s health insurance code by cleaning up and clearing up outdated language written over 60 years ago as well as adopt reforms that will help Michigan patients.
“The old code was incredibly outdated and filled with confusing language,” said Rep. Leonard, R-DeWitt. “The reforms brought by this bill package will help bring the code into the 21st century, ensure shorter waiting times for prior authorization of medical care and make the selection of health insurance coverage online more convenient.
“This bill package represents two years of work done by the Michigan Legislature in an effort to create major health insurance reform that will have a lasting, positive impact.”
Mark Your Calendar
Save Some Summer for Art: June 20-24th
The Clinton County Arts Council is holding a series of art classes for the young talent in Clinton County. Save Some Summer for Art will have three art classes for varying ages held at the St. Johns Depot from June 20-24th.
· Landscapes with Acrylics: Students will learn advanced color theory and atmospheric perspective. Ages 13 – 19. 2:00 – 4:00 pm.
Class size is limited to 15 and students should plan to attend all five days. Those interested should contact the gallery at (989) 224-2429 for registration information.
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Historical Society invites you to Come to Eat and to Meet – Tuesday June 21
6:30 p.m.
AgroLiquid, 1130 S. DeWitt Rd (corer of M-21 and DeWitt Rd)
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Save Some Summer for Art June 20-24th
Class size is limited to 15 and students should plan to attend all five days. Those interested should contact the gallery at (989) 224-2429 for registration information.
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Bike to Build 2016 is August 6, 2016
Registration forms are available on the website, www.habitatclinton.org.