Classes of ’47 and ’48 hold reunion
The 68th and 69th class reunion of the combined classes of 1947 and 1948 of Rodney B. Wilson High School was held at the Emerald golf course on Saturday July 23, 2016.
Class of 1947
Front row: Margaret (Carol) Yurek, Arlene (Gillison) Sharp, Mary Lou (Hammond) Zuker, Dorothy (Steffens) Sousley.
Back row: Jeanette (Powell) Drombowski, Marietta (Emmons) Mohnke, James Mohnke, Rosalee (Hansen) Sauders.
Class of 1948
Front row: Alden Knight, Delores (Snater) Cartwright, Howard Sousley.
Back row: Elon Hufnagel, Dean Henning, William Burnham, and Darwin Beaufore.
Mint Country Garden Club to meet
The monthly meeting of Mint Country Garden Club will be held Thursday, August 4, 7:15 pm. Carol Hrymecki, Garden Club Member, will talk about growing and using herbs.
Meetings are held at Clinton Commons Community Center, 1105 S. Scott Rd, St. Johns. Visitors are welcome to attend.
For further information about this meeting or how to become a member, email mintcountrygardenclub@gmail.com or call 517-599-6307.
Briggs Library News
Chapter Chatter – On Your Mark… Get Set…Race to join us on Monday evenings, August 1st-22nd, 7-& 7:45pm. Boys and girls ages 6-8 years old and independent listeners will participate in listening to a chapter book selected by staff over the course of the 4 sessions. This program includes games, snacks and surprises!! To register call (989)-224-4702, stop by the circulation desk or online at www.briggsdistrictlibrary.org.
Toddler – “Good Morning & Good Night” Children ages 2-3 years old with a participating adult are invited to join the fun on Wednesday mornings, August 3 – 24, 10:30 – 11 am. There will stories, music, yoga, signing and more. Registration is required. They will not fall asleep at this storytime!
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. The August sessions will be about Math: Thursday, August 11, 3-4p.m. (1st and 2nd grades); Thursday, August 18, 3-4p.m. (3rd and 4th grades); Thursday, August 25, 3-4p.m. (5th and 6th grades). Registration is currently taking place for the Math sessions.
Adult Documentary Series – The final two documentaries in our summer series will be shown in August. On Wednesday, August 3 we will show the award-winning 2009 documentary, “The Cove,” which exposes the brutal, systematic slaughter of over 20,000 dolphins and porpoises each year. And on Wednesday, August 17 we will show “Trekkies,” a light-hearted documentary that looks at the devoted fans of the Star Trek series and films. Both features begin at 7:30 p.m. Registration is now available by calling the library or visiting our website.
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, August 11 and August 25 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m . The next session for our adult and teen program will be Saturday, August 20 from 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Registration for both programs is required and is now open.
Mint Festival -The Library Friends Group will be having their annual Mint Festival Book Sale on Friday August 12 from 2:00-8:00p.m., Saturday August 13 from 10:00a.m.-8:00p.m. and Sunday August 14 from 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. The sale is being held in the warehouse on the backside of the Library. Parking is available on Spring Street and in the Higham Street lot. Come check out all the wonderful books.
Library Closure– The Library will be closed Saturday August 13 during the Mint Festival. Railroad Street in front of the Library will be closed to traffic starting Friday evening and all day Saturday. The drop box on the Library porch will be available for returns throughout this closure.
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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
August Activities at Clinton County Senior Center
Are you 55 years of age or older and like to have fun? Then check out the Clinton County Senior Center, 201 E Walker St. in St. Johns. It is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Here are some of the activities going on in August:
Senior meals – Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday a nutritional meal is served at Noon for senior citizens. The meals are available for a suggested $3 donation. Some of the meals in August include Creole Cod, BBQ Chicken and Roast Pork Loin. For a complete schedule, call the center, 989-224-4257 or stop in and pick one up.
Bingo – Bingo will be held every Tuesday and Friday, 12:30 p.m. The cost is $1 and every player will win 4-5 items. Prizes include things like canned goods, personal care items, cereal, peanut butter, snacks, cookies and chocolate.
Euchre tournaments – On August 8, 22 and 29 Euchre tournaments will be held 1-3 p.m. If you eat lunch at the center before cards the tournament is only $1. If you come just for the tournament it is $2. On August 1 and 15 the Euchre tournament will be 6:30-8:30 p.m. and everyone pays $2. The tournament is pretty fast paced so you need to know the basics of the game, but you don’t have to be a great player to come and have fun.
Trivia Contest – On Monday, August 1 there will be a no cost Trivia Contest from 1-3p.m. There are a lot of clues given, so don’t worry about being the smartest person in the room. Small prizes are awarded throughout the contest.
Birthday Party – Each month the center celebrates the birthdays of any member that is celebrating a birthday in that month. Members get free lunch, cake and ice cream and a special sweet treat. The party for August Member birthdays is planned for Wednesday, August 10.
Fundraising lunches – Every Monday lunch is open to the general public – no matter what age. A fundraiser meal is made by volunteer cooks each week in their licensed kitchen. The cost is only $5 for the full meal or $3 for a sandwich and chips. Meals in August include Aug 1-Vegi Lasagna, Aug 8-Sloppy Joes, Aug 15-Ham, Aug 22-Meatloaf and Aug 29-Salads. Homemade pie is also available for only $1.50 a slice. Monday meals are served 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Take outs are available.
August Party – On Wednesday, August 31 there will be a special party for members, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Start coming to the Senior Center and you can enjoy these fun monthly activities.
Seniors are always welcome to stop in to use the exercise room, work on a puzzle, play other card or board games or just to socialize.
If you don’t think you are old enough for the center, but want to support them in some way, consider donating items they can use for the center such as Styrofoam plates, bowls, cups, napkins, toilet paper, and paper towels or things for bingo such as candy bars, cereal, canned fruit, bagged snack foods, etc.
If you have any questions about the Senior Center stop in or give them a call at 989-224-4257.
Critical blood shortage – Red Cross urges blood and platelet donors to give now
While thousands of people from across the country responded to the emergency request for blood and platelet donations issued by the American Red Cross in early July, a critical blood shortage remains. The Red Cross urges eligible donors to give now to help ensure blood is available throughout the rest of the summer to meet patient needs.
At times blood and platelets are being distributed to hospitals faster than donations are coming in, which impacts the ability to rebuild the blood supply. Right now, the Red Cross has less than a five-day blood supply on hand. The Red Cross strives to have a five-day supply at all times to meet the needs of patients every day and be prepared for emergencies that may require significant volumes of donated blood products.
“The Red Cross continues to have an emergency need for blood and platelet donors to give now and help save patient lives,” said Todd Kulman, External Communications Manager of the Great Lakes Blood Services Region. “We are grateful for those who have already stepped up this summer to give and want to remind those who are eligible that hospital patients are still counting on them to roll up a sleeve.”
Every two seconds
In the U.S., every two seconds someone like Ray Poulin needs blood or platelets. Poulin’s liver and kidneys failed following a serious blood infection. The situation became urgent when his liver hemorrhaged. He was given a 10 percent chance of survival. After receiving 77 units of blood, Poulin defied the odds.
“There was a lot that went into saving my life, but if the blood wasn’t available when I needed it, I wouldn’t be here today,” said Poulin.
Blood and platelets are needed for many different reasons. Accident and burn victims, heart surgery patients, organ transplant patients, and those receiving treatment for leukemia, cancer or sickle cell disease may all need blood.
All blood types urgently needed
Donors of all blood types are urgently needed to help restock the shelves. The Red Cross is thanking those who come in to donate blood or platelets between July 25 and Aug. 31 by emailing them a $5 Amazon.com gift card claim code.
To schedule an appointment to donate, use the free Blood Donor App http://www.redcrossblood.org/bloodapp, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donation appointments and completion of a RapidPass http://www.redcrossblood.org/RapidPass online health history questionnaire are encouraged to help reduce wait times.
Some students to receive free backpacks – Saturday, July 30
Students in Saint John are about to benefit from a national backpack giveaway. On July 30, TCC, the largest Verizon Authorized Retailer in the U.S., and A Wireless are teaming up to donate 235,000 backpacks full of school supplies to children through TCC’s annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway.
Since 2013 TCC has donated more than 360,000 backpacks filled with supplies to ensure children are well prepared for the start of the school year.
Between noon and 3 p.m. on July 30, more than 1,300 participating TCC and A Wireless stores are inviting local families to bring their children to the store to pick up a backpack filled with pencils, paper, a pencil box, folders, glue and more.
The participating TCC store in Saint John is located at 800 South US 27. Each participating TCC store will donate 250 backpacks and each A Wireless store will donate 125 backpacks.
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, August 2 and at
– Middleton Community Church, 223 S. Newton, Middleton, from 4:30 p.m to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 2 and at
– Pompeii United Methodist Church, 135 W. Burton, Pompeii, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday, August 4.
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.
CASA Volunteer Advocates Needed
CASA-The Voice for Clinton County’s Children is currently accepting applications for our next CASA Volunteer Advocate Training.
Those interested in serving as a CASA Advocate must submit a volunteer application, completely pass a criminal and personal background check, and participate in our 30-hour pre-service training.
Applicants should have ample time to visit their appointed child every 7 to 10 days (activities during visits may include playing games, playing outside, helping with homework, coloring, etc.). Our program continues to work toward our goal of having enough CASA Advocates for every Clinton County child who is in foster care.
For more information, please visit our website ClintonCountyCASA.org or contact our office at clintoncountycasa@gmail.com or 517-599-7145.
MMDHD Calendar – August, 2016
Family Planning Clinic Schedule
The Mid-Michigan District Health Department’s Family Planning Clinics provide confidential care to men and women in need of contraception and reproductive health services. Charges for services and supplies are based on income. The Family Planning Clinics are scheduled as follows:
Mid-Michigan District Health Department
1307 E. Townsend Road
St. Johns, MI 48879
August 2: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pill Pick-up only
August 9: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
August 16: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m
August 23: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m
August 30: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
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For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.
Hearing & Vision Screening Clinic
Vision screening is required for all children entering kindergarten. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing, as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 227-3125, Monday through Friday.
WIC Benefit Pick-Up Schedule
Pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children up to 5 years old may be eligible for free food through the WIC (Women, Infants & Children) program. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department WIC Benefit Pick-up Clinics are scheduled as follows:
August 3,
August 8,
August 31: at Mid-Michigan District Health Department, 1307 E. Townsend Road in St. Johns, from 9 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.
“In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
Immunization Clinics
The Mid-Michigan District Health Department Immunization Clinics are to be held as follows:
Mid-Michigan District Health Department
1307 E. Townsend Road
St. Johns, MI 48879
August 1: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
August 8: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m
August 10: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
August 15: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
August 18: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
August 22: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
August 29: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Immunizations will be available for adults and children eight weeks of age through adulthood, appointments are preferred. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.
Mark Your Calendar
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Paint a Spray Park tile
August 1-4 during the Clinton County 4-H Fair
August 2
National Night Out
August 13-14
Mint Festival! Stay tuned for times.
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Vacation Bible School
One Day Vacation Bible School at Lowe UMC on Friday August 5th from 9:30 am until 3:30 pm. Ages 4-12 welcome, lunch provided.
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Bike to Build 2016 is August 6, 2016
Registration forms are available on the website, www.habitatclinton.org.
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Club Out Cancer Golf Scramble
Saturday, September 17 at 1 p.m. – sponsored by Relay for Life of Clinton County at The Emerald Golf Course.