Mint Festival, 2016 – an album
Honored on their anniversary
Ron and Jeanette Huard were surprised on their 61st wedding anniversary with a tribute from Rep. Tom Leonard and Senator Rick Jones.
Ice cream social coming up – Sunday, August 28
Lowe United Methodist Church located at 5485 W. Lowe Rd. is hosting their annual Ice Cream Social on Sunday, August 28th from 2:00-4:00 pm.
Farmer to Farmer Field Days
Vegetable Pruning and Trellising; Introduction to Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) and Outdoor Hydroponics
Date: August 22
Time: 1-4:30 p.m.
Farm: Birch Point Farm, Traverse City and Cedar Sol Hydro Farm, Cedar
About: Join us for this two-part field day, including a visit to Birch Point Farm and Cedar Sol Hydro Farm. Birch Point Farm will give a hands-on demonstration of pruning and trellising techniques in both field and greenhouse and provide a first-hand look into CSA farming. Cedar Sol Hydro Farm will give a tour of their outdoor hydroponic farm and u-pick operation, and share techniques for growing tomatoes and other
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Weed and Pest Identification and Management
Date: August 23
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Farm: MSU Student Organic Farm, East Lansing
About: Visit the MSU Student Organic Farm to focus on best practices for weed and pest identification and management for a variety of specialty crops. Learn ways to foil those pesky bugs or persistent weeds, and gain knowledge that will help you provide bountiful crops for your customers.
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Using Social Media for Special Events
Date: September 12
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Farm: Stokes Homestead, Grand Junction
About: Events on the farm are becoming extremely popular and they are a great way to bring more customers to you! This workshop will focus on how to create the best type of event for your farm, how to get the word out through social media, and how to efficiently run an event.
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Display and Marketing Best Practices
Date: September 20
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Farm: Flint Ingredient Company, The Local Grocer and Flint Farmers Market
About: Whether you attend a farmers market or sell your goods at a retail store, display and marketing are crucial to your success! Join us for a three-part workshop at the Flint Ingredient Company, The Local Grocer and the Flint Farmers Market to expand your knowledge on attracting customers to your store or booth. Learn the tips and tricks to implement a consistent and inviting look for your business.
These events are free to attend and registration is required. To register and learn more about each field day, visit www.mifma.org/farmbaseded or call 616-952-1151.
Leonard to host September office hours
State Rep. Tom Leonard today invited residents to join him for office hours scheduled during September.
Rep. Leonard, R-DeWitt, said office hours will take place on Friday, Sept. 9 at the following locations:
· In St. Johns at the Big Boy, 1408 S. U.S. 27, from 8 to 9:30 a.m.; and
· In Ithaca at the Hearthstone Oven Bakery and Café, 126 S. Pine River St., from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
No appointment is necessary. Those unable to attend may contact Rep. Leonard by calling 517-373-1778 or toll free at 877-859-8086, via email at TomLeonard@house.mi.gov or through his website at www.RepLeonard.com.
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 23, and at
– Beacon of Hope/First Baptist Church, 512 S. US 27, St. Johns, from 5:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 23.
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.
Mark Your Calendar
Chamber Golf Outing is August 24
To register your team call or email the Chamber of Commerce at 989-224-7248 or ccchamber@4wbi.net or download the application at www.clintoncountychamber.org
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Farm to Fork 5K – August 27
Agroliquid is hosting its 3rd annual Farm to Fork 5k walk/run event on August 27, 2016.
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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.