Silent Auction scheduled for August 31
Good things wait for those who come. Or something like that.
Don’t miss the Clinton Northern Railway’s Silent Auction August 31 in the pavilion at City Park. There will be Goodies Galore just waiting for your winning bid.
The auction is a fundraiser for the continuing restoration of the train cars being used as a living museum at the St Johns Depot. The auction will begin at 6 pm and continue throughout intermission at the Concert in the Park with Elvis impersonator, Matt King.
Enjoy the great music and be sure to bid on the items of your choice. Good fun for a good cause.
Clinton Northern Railway is a branch of the Clinton County Arts Council which receives a portion of its operating expenses from a grant from the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Stormy weather
Courtesy of Meghan Link
Video courtesy of Guven Witteveen
Capital City Brass Band to play at Concert in the Park – August 24
Big and brassy.
That’s what you can expect to hear when the Capital City Brass Band takes the stage August 24 at the William E. Tennant Performance Shell located in the St. Johns City Park. The lively, energetic music begins at 7 p.m. at the weekly Concert in the Park series. There is no admission charge.
The brass and percussion ensemble that’s inspired by traditional, British-style brass bands was organized in 2001. Players come from across mid-Michigan and represent a cross-section of the community at large. Director Travis Scott is a doctorate candidate at Michigan State University and the Tuba/Euphonium Instructor at the University of Windsor.
The band won its division (Second Section) at the North American Brass Band Association this past April at a competition in Fort Wayne, Ind. Band members are active participants in their instrument’s professional organizations and regularly participate in competitions.
Audience favorites highlight the Aug. 24 program including a Disney Spectacular, the music of Queen, Chicago, and Dave Brubeck’s Blue Rondo a la Turk. The concert will conclude with the United States Armed Forces Salute, a tribute to the men and women who have served or who are serving, in the Armed Forces. Featured soloist is Matt Taton (solo cornet of CCBB), director of bands at Mt. Pleasant. He will solo on Herbert L. Clarke’s “The Carnival of Venice.”
For detailed information or to view a video of the Capital City Brass Band “like” them on FaceBook, or visit http://www.capitalcitybrassband.com/
Concert in the Park is sponsored by the Clinton County Arts Council and the City of St. Johns with support from the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts. Concerts are held each Wednesday evening; rain or shine. The St. Johns Lions and Lioness Club staff a concession stand that offers light refreshments.
For detailed information on the Concert in the Park series visit the CCAC web site, http://www.clintoncountyarts.org/ and check out the William E. Tennant Performance Shell page on Facebook.
St. Johns Concert in the Park 2016 Schedule
St. Johns City Park Performance Shell
Wednesday evenings, 7 p.m.
Aug. 24: All Brass, Capital City Brass Band
Aug. 31: Elvis Impersonator, Matt King
Tim Skubick to Speak at CCEA Forum – September 14
The Clinton County Economic Alliance (CCEA) is pleased to welcome political commentator Tim Skubick to the next Member Meeting & Community Forum, sponsored by Sparrow Clinton Hospital. The event is on Wednesday, September 14, at 8:00 a.m. at AgroLiquid, 3055 West M-21 in St. Johns.
CCEA welcomes all Clinton County residents and business owners to the meeting. There is no charge to attendees.
Mr. Skubick has covered Michigan government and politics for 45 years, making him the longest serving capitol correspondent in state history. He anchors the public television series, Off the Record, a weekly political talk program and covers the capitol for WJBK-TV and WWJ News Radio 950 in Detroit. He has authored two books on state politics and is a member of the Journalism and Broadcast Halls of Fame. Mr. Skubick has been awarded four Emmys and holds B.A. and M.A. degrees from MSU.
“We are fortunate to be able to provide such a thoughtful, entertaining, and highly respected speaker to the Clinton County community,” said Dru L. Mitchel, CCEA President & CEO. “Tim’s keen political insight has been honed by his long-term participation in the political arena.”
Those interested in attending are requested to make a reservation by Noon on Friday, September 9, to 517-669-1345 or
carrs@cceami.org.
About CCEA
For nearly 10 years the Clinton County Economic Alliance has provided one-stop business assistance to companies based in Clinton County. The CCEA is a private-public partnership funded by its members who represent the business community, educational institutions, and local governments.
Postal Connections of St. Johns achieves Top Sales Award
Postal Connections® in St. Johns is leading the way.
Mark Smith, owner of Postal Connections of St. Johns, was recently awarded for his sales prowess during the brand’s annual convention in Las Vegas. Postal Connections presented Smith with the sales award for achieving more than $580 thousand in sales in 2015.
“This is such a great honor to be presented with and I am thrilled,” said Smith a former supervisor at a leading auto-parts manufacturer. “I’m so grateful for our loyal customers who come back time and time again. They’re the ones who have made this possible and I couldn’t have achieved this success without them.”
Smith is leading the way for pack and ship services in his area. Customers come from more than 25 miles away to utilize his services. Additionally, he’s extremely involved in the community and gives back to local organizations by sponsoring softball/baseball teams and Relay for Life as well as ongoing engagements with Kiwanis International. Mark took the leap into the entrepreneurial waters 10 years ago to build a family business.
“Mark is surpassing all expectations that we set for his store,” added Morache. “His commitment to the brand and willingness to give back to the community is what Postal Connections is all about. We’re proud to have him as a member of our franchise family.”