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SJHS Chess Club update<\/strong><\/p>\n

by Maralyn Fink<\/p>\n

Hear ye, Hear ye. The news is finally in on The Mini Swiss Chest Tournament at the High School.<\/p>\n

As I reported last week, the end of the Tournament came Wednesday; so the results are in. Jacob Miske took First Place Trophy and Brandon Moriarty took the Second Place trophy. Both students fought to the end, and it was a tough game. Both students are Seniors so they will be taking this away as one of their memories of High School.<\/p>\n

Mr. Lund had this thought about this years match. Jacob and Brandon have been consistently strong players throughout their four years in the St. Johns Chess Club. Both are currently Seniors, spending their last two weeks of their Chess Club experience battling it out to see who takes home the intellectual glory. By their Junior year they had impressed their fellow Chess Club members with their game skill, and even intimidated them a bit.<\/p>\n

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\nJacob Miske and Brandon Moriarty shake hands while Mr. Lund lauds the winners.<\/em><\/p>\n

In reality, both are excellent players and don’t need a tournament game to measure that. Both have easily earned each other’s respect and the respect of the entire club.<\/p>\n

I would like to say that Brandon Gifford will be attending MSU. Jacob Miske will be going to Massachusetts attending college there. Brandon Moriarty will be attending LCC, and Jeremy Brocker will be attending Kettering, Flint. Mr. Lund will be returning to St. Johns High School.<\/p>\n

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\nBrandon Gifford, Jacob Miske, Mr. Lund, Brandon Moriarty and Jeremy Brocker, the four Seniors with the Chess Club<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Many thanks for giving me the opportunity to cover the Chess Club and meet the Chess class. I wish all Seniors a great journey on the next move. Always carry your memories with you from SJHS. Thanks, Mr. Lund, for your help; and see ya next fall.<\/p>\n

Maralyn@sjindy.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Pool and Summer Programs set to begin June 20th<\/strong> <\/p>\n

The City of St. Johns Recreation Department is offering a variety of pool and summer programs that will keep adults and children active all summer long. Starting June 20th come cool off in the St. Johns High School pool. <\/p>\n

The pool will be open Monday -Thursday for adult lap swim, swim lessons and open swim. Aqua Therapy\/Lap Swim is held on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30 am – 10:30 am, evening lap swim is held Monday and Wednesday nights from 8:30 pm- 9:30 pm, early morning lap swim is held Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 5:00 am – 6:00 am. <\/p>\n

Open Swim is Monday – Thursday 1:45-4:45pm. June 20-Aug 3. Two for one pricing on Wednesdays except June 28 for Open Swim. <\/p>\n

Swim lessons start on June 20 with morning and evening sessions available, consult City website for a listing of class times and sessions. Come out and challenge your friends on the New Wibit water obstacle course available June 26-30 and July 18-19.<\/p>\n

Summer Camps<\/em> are also available. There are many different themes from sports to pirate day camp and include activities like games, hikes, and crafts. Back again this year, afternoon campers will get to go to Sleepy Hollow to experience a new activity like archery or geocaching. <\/p>\n

For a complete listing of recreation programs with descriptions, dates, prices, and swim level please visit the city website at http:\/\/cityofstjohnsmi.com\/Departments\/ParksandRecreation\/YouthPrograms.aspx<\/a>. <\/p>\n

If you are interested in signing up for any of our programs, the registration forms can be picked up in the City Offices or downloaded off our web site. Registrations forms must be dropped off or mailed in with payment. <\/p>\n

Any questions can be answered by calling the Recreation Department at 224-8944 ext. 227 or 228 or by emailing
\nrfaivor@ci.saint-johns.mi.us<\/a>. Like us on Facebook at City of St Johns Recreation.<\/p>\n

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

Junior Readers<\/em> – “Win It In A Minute” Library Edition – Monday, June 27th from 7:00 to 7:45 pm
\nChallenge yourself to set a personal record in a library edition game. Open to Grades 2-4. Registration starts Monday, May 23rd. Questionnaire available at circulation desk or online. <\/p>\n

Summer Reading Program 2016 for Children, Teens & Adults<\/em> – “On Your Mark, Get Set\u2026 READ! is the theme for the summer. All ages are invited to register any time after June 2nd for these FREE programs. There will be Library Bingo Logs for the children to track their reading for small rewards & Jersey Giant coupons. Teens read and finish Bingo Game Sheets for prizes and Jersey Giant coupons. Adults complete tasks to earn Scratch Tickets that reveal prizes. <\/p>\n

Summer Reading “Get Set, Go . . . Kick -Off!<\/em> – The summer fun begins with our official Kick-Off on Monday, June 13th, 4-7:30 pm. It will take place at the Rotary Park & Train Depot across from the Briggs District Library. There will be inflatables, face painting, live demonstrations, refreshments for purchase & a registration table to sign up for the Summer Reading Program. This kick-off is free of charge. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The entertainment is being sponsored by the Friends of the Library.<\/p>\n

Summer Reading Story-times<\/em> – Summer Storytimes will include stories, music, movement, snacks and Fun. Registration is open for all of the following story-times: Lapsit (ages12-24 months) – Friday mornings, 10:30-11am, June 10 – July 15 *No July 1 session. Toddler (ages 2-3) – Wednesday mornings, 10:30-11am, June 8 – July 13. Prime Time (ages 3-5) – Tuesday nights, 7-7:30pm, June 7 – July 12. Pre-Reader (ages 4-6) – Thursday mornings, 10:30-11am, June 16 – July 21. <\/p>\n

Garden Buddies<\/em> – 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. On June 8 and June 15 we will meet from 6:30-7:30p.m., and from June 22-July 27 we will meet from 9:00-10:00a.m. Interested parents and children can attend our Garden Wake-Up on Wednesday, May 25 from 6:30-7:30p.m. for more information. Registration for the Garden Buddies program begins on Wednesday, May 18.<\/p>\n

Rae Johnson’s Children’s Garden Wake-Up!<\/em> – Kids will enjoy planting seeds and waking up the garden! Children going into 2nd – 6th grades are invited to participate as part of our gardening team called the “Briggs Garden Buddies.” Learn what the “Buddies” are all about plus parents can meet with staff to answer any questions regarding future sessions over the summer. Mark your calendar for Wednesday, May 25th, 6:30-7:30 pm @ the library. Registration is open now. <\/p>\n

S.A.M. in the Summer<\/em> – 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 16th, 3-4 pm for (1st\/2nd grades), Thursday, June 23rd, 3-4pm (3rd\/4th grades), and Thursday, June 30th, 3-4pm (5th\/6th grades). Registration is required and begins on Thursday, May 19th. Dates for Science in July and Math in August will be available at a later date.<\/p>\n

Adult Documentary Series<\/em> – Explore our world with documentary features on the first and third Wednesday of each month starting at 7:30p.m. On June 1 we will show “When We Were Kings,” the Academy Award-winning documentary about the “Rumble in the Jungle” – the 1974 fight between boxers Muhammed Ali and George Foreman. On June 15 we will show “Batkid Begins,” the incredible and touching true story about the efforts of the Make A Wish Foundation and the city of San Francisco to grant a five-year-old boy’s wish of becoming Batman for a day. Registration is now open for this free program.<\/p>\n

Coloring Programs<\/em> – The Library will be offering two different coloring programs this summer. The first is a family program for all ages that will meet the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month from 6:30-7:30. The first two sessions will be held on June 9 and June 23. The second program is for teens and adults and will meet monthly. The first session is Saturday, June 11 from 12:30-2:30. Registration for both programs is required and is now open.<\/p>\n

The Breakfast Club<\/em> – The Breakfast Club is a new summer program for ‘tweens and teens in grades 4-8. This special book club mixes stories, book discussion, crafts, activities, and a light breakfast! We will meet Wednesday, June 15 from 10:30-11:30a.m. when we discuss “Fortunately, the Milk” by Neil Gaiman, a hilarious story of space, time travel, and missing milk. Registration is required and opens Wednesday, May 25.<\/p>\n

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Contact Information:<\/p>\n

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

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Leonard to hold June office hours<\/strong> – Friday, June 10<\/p>\n

State Rep. Tom Leonard today encouraged people to join him for office hours scheduled during June.<\/p>\n

Rep. Leonard, R-DeWitt will be available for questions at the informal session. The event will take place on Friday, June 10, at the following locations:<\/p>\n

\u00b7 In St. Johns at the Big Boy, 1408 S. U.S. 27, from 8 to 9:30 a.m.; and<\/p>\n

\u00b7 In Ithaca at the Hearthstone Oven Bakery and Caf\u00e9, 126 S. Pine River St., from 10 to 11:30 a.m. <\/p>\n

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<\/a> or through his website at www.RepLeonard.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\u201cOpening Minds Ending Stigma\u201d statewide campaign debuts<\/strong><\/p>\n

One in five young people between the ages of 14 to 24 will experience mental illness. Left untreated, it can cause bigger problems later on. <\/p>\n

With May being National Mental Health Awareness Month, the Ethel and James Flinn Foundation and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) have teamed up to change the conversation with young people about mental illness as they launch the “Opening Minds Ending Stigma” statewide campaign. <\/p>\n

The effort will include the broadcast of “Opening Minds Ending Stigma: Early Intervention is Key,” a documentary special premiering Friday, May 27 at 7 p.m. on WOTV in Grand Rapids, and Saturday, May 28, at 7 p.m. on CBS 62 in Detroit and WOOD TV-8 in Grand Rapids.<\/p>\n

The 30-minute film features inspiring and candid stories of young Michigan residents and families impacted by mental illness, illuminates the challenges presented by mental disorders, the stigma that often delays effective treatment, and that recovery is possible. Leading Michigan-based experts in pediatric care, educators, parent\/child relationships and peer support programs also appear to bring greater understanding of the importance of early intervention. <\/p>\n

“Treating mental illness shouldn’t be viewed any differently than treating physical illnesses,” said Andrea Cole, executive director and CEO of the Ethel and James Flinn Foundation.<\/p>\n

“Too often the stigma associated with mental illness prevents our youth from seeking help,” said Nick Lyon, director with the MDHHS. “Thanks to the tremendous programs in our communities highlighted in this campaign, more youth are being connected to resources, and we hope to see programs such as these continue to grow across Michigan.” <\/p>\n

Following the May broadcast premiere (check local listings), the “Early Intervention is Key” video may be accessed without charge for educational and community use at www.endingstigma.org<\/a>. <\/p>\n

Other resources to continue the conversation will be an on-going web and social media campaign, along with plans for a September production in the Opening Minds Ending Stigma series. <\/p>\n

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Soup kitchen to make stops in area <\/strong><\/p>\n

His Cup Runneth Over, a mobile soup kitchen, will be making a stop at <\/p>\n

– First Congregational Church, 100 Maple Ave, St. Johns 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, May 24 and at <\/p>\n

– Beacon of Hope\/First Baptist Church, 512 S. US 27, St. Johns, from 5:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 24. <\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

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CASA Volunteer Advocates Needed<\/strong><\/p>\n

CASA-The Voice for Clinton County’s Children is currently accepting applications for our next CASA Volunteer Advocate Training. <\/p>\n

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. <\/p>\n

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. <\/p>\n

For more information, please visit our website ClintonCountyCASA.org<\/a> or contact our office at clintoncountycasa@gmail.com<\/a> or 517-599-7145.<\/p>\n

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St. Johns Concert in the Park 2016 Schedule<\/strong><\/p>\n

St. Johns City Park Performance Shell
\nWednesday evenings, 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

June 15: Classic Rock, The Sea Cruisers
\nJune 22: Local Country, The Louis Longoria Band
\nJune 29: Barbershop Chorus, Mountain Town Singers
\nJuly 6: Great Evening of Folk, Blue Water Ramblers
\nJuly 13: Real Motown, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas
\nJuly 20: Orchestra Pops, Mid-Michigan Festival Orchestra
\nJuly 27: Canadian Roots\/Ragtime, My Sweet Patootie
\nAug. 3: Eagles Tribute Band, Motown Eagles
\nAug. 10: The Music of Ireland, Monday’s Supper
\nAug. 17: Beatles Tribute Band, Toppermost
\nAug. 24: All Brass, Capital City Brass Band
\nAug. 31: Elvis Impersonator, Matt King<\/p>\n

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Mark Your Calendar<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sparrow Clinton Hospital Auxiliary hosts annual flower sale – Saturday, May 21<\/p>\n

Sparrow Clinton Hospital Auxiliary hosts its annual flower sale just in time for Memorial Day. The sale takes place Saturday, May 21, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Southpoint Mall off old US-27 in St. Johns.<\/p>\n

For more information, call Shelley Redman at 517.331.0665.<\/p>\n

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Mint Country Garden Club Plant Sale – Saturday, May 21<\/p>\n

Plan to attend the Mint Country Garden Club plant sale featuring perennials grown in the member’s gardens. The plant sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 21 on the lawn of 205 West State St., known as the Hick’s House. Look for the signs advertising the sale. For more information, call Debbie 989-224-9212.<\/p>\n

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To celebrate 100th birthday – June 5<\/p>\n

Join us in celebrating the 100th birthday of Laura “Maxine” Mosher. We will be hosting a little party with food and cake for her in the Fellowship Hall at the Saint Johns SDA Church, 1 to 4 PM, June 5, 2016.<\/p>\n

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Special Olympics Area 28 Golf Outing – June 11th<\/p>\n

Mark your calendars June 11, 2016 for the 20th annual Special Olympics Area 28 (Clinton County) Golf Scramble at the Emerald Golf Course \u2013 Continental breakfast, 18 holes with cart, luncheon, raffles, prizes\u2026 all for only a $65 entry fee! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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