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Mint City Singers invite new voices<\/strong><\/p>\n

Do you like to sing? The Mint City Singers extend a warm welcome to join them. <\/p>\n

No auditions, just come to the First United Methodist Church in St. Johns on Mondays beginning January 11th at 7:00 pm. The church is located just east of the courthouse in downtown St. Johns. <\/p>\n

They are a branch of the Clinton Co. Arts Council which receives financial operating support from the MI Council of the Arts & Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment of the Arts. <\/p>\n

New season, new music, join us! <\/p>\n

Questions? Call Carol at 989-834-2281 or Ellen at 989-233-5775. Email: cdmalewska@yahoo.com<\/a> or ellen.hoard@rpccpas.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Briggs Library News<\/strong><\/p>\n

Coloring Program<\/em> – Sales of print books rose again this year, thanks in part to adult coloring books. Come see what all the fuss is about at our All Ages Coloring Event on Tuesday, January 12 from 6:30-7:30p.m.! We will have a selection of coloring pages, pencils, and markers available during this stress-relieving, creativity-enhancing, and fun program. Registration for this free program is required and is now available.<\/p>\n

Jr. Readers Program <\/em>– Children in grades 2-4 can “Explore the Night Sky” with us on February 1 from 7-8p.m., when we will have fun learning what is in the winter night sky. Registration and worksheet <\/p>\n

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Contact Information:<\/p>\n

Library Director: Sara Morrison
\nPhone: 989-224-4702 * Fax: 989-224-1205
\nE-mail: smorrison@briggspubliclibrary.org<\/a>
\nStreet address: 108 E Railroad * Saint Johns, MI 48879<\/p>\n

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Auditorium Project Still Seeking Funds<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Wilson Center Auditorium Project is still in need of donations by the end of the year to take advantage of a $30,000 matching grant. “We still have that dollar for dollar matching grant, which will expire at the end of the year,” states committee chair Bill Tennant. “This is a great opportunity for us to really move the project forward towards its completion.”<\/p>\n

The committee’s greatest need is to completely redo the antiquated lighting system that was installed well over 60 years ago. The current lighting system does not light the entire stage and is operated from back stage, behind the curtains – it needs to be brought into the 21st century. <\/p>\n

Also, final bills are due for the additional 140 renovated seats that will soon be installed, completing the downstairs seating area – also for a projector that will be installed in December and will be used for showing movies and power point presentations. <\/p>\n

A lot of programs are being planned for next year starting in January. The Wilson Collective, a program sponsoring all-ages concerts and events have planned Open Mic Nights on the third Mondays of every month from January to May, starting at 7:00 p.m. All-Ages Rock Concerts have also been schedule for January 15 and 29, February 26 and March 18. The Collective is looking to bring in some national touring musicians along with local groups. Movies and theatrical productions are also in the works.<\/p>\n

“We have a lot planned for this beautiful historical venue, ” Tennant concluded. “We need people to remember this wonderful community project as they make their year-end tax-deductable donations. We are thankful for all of those who have already sent in their donations.” Checks should be made out to: “St. Johns Foundation for Excellence” and sent to: Wilson Auditorium Project, PO Box 331, St. Johns, MI 48879.<\/p>\n

More information is available on the Web at wilsoncenterauditorium.org<\/a> also on the Wilson Center Auditorium Face Book page – donations can also be made at Go Fund Me under Wilson Center Auditorium. <\/p>\n

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Home for the Holidays<\/strong><\/p>\n

Isn’t it interesting during this holiday season that all that was really “wanted” on that first Christmas was a safe place to rest? Even Jesus was in need of a “home.”<\/p>\n

\"habitat\"As we hurry through the holidays and wrap presents, buy the ham, decorate the tree, and drop our change in the Salvation Army bucket, let us not forget the people who have no place to call “home.” Let us also remember that Jesus came from a family of carpenters, and that Jesus said that his Father was preparing mansions in Heaven for us. <\/p>\n

Imagine if you were Jesus’ mom. You were about to deliver your first child. No one would give you a place to rest, or a proper place to have a child. How ironic that Jesus (God’s son) entered this world with no one showing mercy for housing. Perhaps this is why Jesus talked so often about taking care of the poor – and loving your neighbor as yourself. You would NEVER let your friend\/sibling\/neighbor\/relative have to endure the circumstances that Jesus’ mom did. You would want to help.<\/p>\n

This is why you are part of Habitat for Humanity. You want to help.<\/p>\n

People who have been part of the Habitat for Humanity ministry KNOW first-hand the joy it is working with families who want to better their lives and be part of a community. Habitat is not a hand out. It is a hand up. Andy has a room of his own because of caring people like you. Andy and his sister Erin have a safe, decent and affordable place to grow up because of YOU. Jesus understood what it is like to not have a home and a safe place to rest your head for the night.<\/p>\n

In this season of remembrance and celebration of the love of Jesus, won’t you consider making a donation to Habitat in order to help more families this year with housing? Your tax-deductible donation will go to help more families like Andy’s who will finally be homeowners and stable community members. Jesus commanded us to love one another. The best way to do that is to help them have basic needs. A safe, decent and affordable house should be the top of the list.<\/p>\n

This time next year, let’s celebrate a couple more families who will not be told there is “no room.”<\/p>\n

Next year you will be helping to build two houses in DeWitt, launch of the Critical Home Repair program, and help more families have a safe and decent place to lay their heads every night. Won’t you consider making your year-end donation today in honor of all the blessings that we receive throughout the year – and know that this donation will become a legacy here in Clinton County.<\/p>\n

It’s easy to support Habitat for Humanity of Clinton County in order to help families achieve home ownership.<\/p>\n

You can help a family realize their dream of owning a house for less than a dinner out! Make a monthly gift today!<\/p>\n

$10\/month buys two windows
\n$20\/month buys an energy efficient, secure, handicap accessible exterior door
\n$50\/month buys interior paint for the whole house
\n$100\/month buys all the kitchen cabinets and counter tops
\n$200\/month buys trusses for the roof.<\/p>\n

Donate Now!<\/a><\/p>\n

You can set it up to have your monthly donation taken out automatically or you can make a one-time donation. <\/p>\n

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Still time to enroll for Winter Quarter at Baker<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Baker College of Owosso continues to enroll students for the winter 2016 quarter with on-ground classes beginning Monday, Jan. 11. Online classes begin Thursday, Jan. 7. On-ground course registration continues through the first week of classes. Students have the flexibility to take classes on ground at the Owosso campus or a mix of campus and online courses.
\nHoliday hours for the Owosso admissions office are:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Monday-Tuesday, December 28-29, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
\n\u00b7 Wednesday, December 30, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
\n Note: The office is closed Dec. 24-25 and December 31-January 1, and will return to regular hours beginning Monday, January 4:
\n\u00b7 Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
\n\u00b7 Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.<\/p>\n

Late appointments can be made available upon request.<\/p>\n

Baker College of Owosso students have access to financial assistance, including scholarships, grants, low-interest loans and work-study programs. For more information, contact Mike Konopacke in the admissions office at mike.konopacke@baker.edu<\/a>, 989.729.3350 or 1.800.879.3797. Students may schedule an appointment via the Baker College website: www.baker.edu<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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