You can Sponsor the Hope
You have made the birth and amazing years of advocacy work for abused and neglected Clinton County children and youth a reality. Now it is their goal to celebrate the full pay-off of their building during April when they honor National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
In 2018 they entered into a 10 year contract with a generous community partner. This agreement has given them the gift of ownership of the child-friendly beautiful office. With Your help they will complete the 10 year plan in just 3 years by fully paying off their obligation.
As of today they are $8,400 away. They hope you will consider a gift that will solidify this dream. Gifts can be anonymous, in honor of someone, etc. They will honor your preference.
With your support since 2013 they have:
– Established a program advocating and supporting children and youth who are in Clinton County’s foster care system (CASA)
– Created the annual Superhero 5K Run, Walk, or Fly!
– Established a program that coordinates child abuse investigations in partnership with an outstanding professional team (CAC)
– Purchased a beautiful building to best meet the needs of their young clients and their families
– Established Treehouse support services for foster care families, adoptive families, and youth who have aged out of foster care
– Began serving as the county’s Toys for Tots Coordinator
– Brought a four-legged furry Canine Advocate to the county
– Maintained our essential services through a worldwide health pandemic
Click here to Sponsor The Hope for Clinton County children and youth.
Arts Gallery has new winter hours
The Clinton County Arts Council’s (CCAC) Art & Soul Gallery has posted its new winter hours. The gallery will be open on Thursdays and Fridays from 12 noon – 5:00 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The gallery is located at 215 N Clinton Ave in beautiful downtown St Johns and features unique, one-of-a-kind gifts.
Come in and meet Ruthie who will help you with all your shopping needs. You are also supporting the CCAC with your purchases, supporting arts events throughout Clinton County.
Call 989-224-2429 or visit www.clintoncountyarts.org for more information.
Dine in off to a slow start
by Maralyn Fink
On Wednesday I stopped by Big Boy to see Dave Hunt and his crew.
It was a slow night, but I snapped some pictures while I was there. The restaurants are open now and it was indeed a slow night since this was 5:15 p.m. They are open daily from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
I hope these businesses can pick up their business as it is their income that counts. Please shop local and eat local!
Clinton County Catalyst unveils new website
The newly rebranded Clinton County Catalyst, formerly known as the Clinton County Economic Alliance, is pleased to announce the launch of its new and improved website. This website reflects a transformation from a traditional economic development organization into a community catalyst. A catalyst sparks change and action, representing how the organization aims to move forward in Clinton County.
The new website, www.clintoncountycatalyst.org, emphasizes three foundational concepts: connect, construct, and cultivate. The website shares these ideas by inviting the community to engage with the organization’s work.
Utilizing this new platform, Clinton County Catalyst will be a resource for its members and Clinton County. Key features of the site include a community calendar, news postings related to the county, user friendly maps for finding available buildings and land, and available incentives to support businesses. As an organization, Clinton County Catalyst seeks to be an information hub. Accomplishing this goal requires involvement from diverse stakeholders in the private and public sectors.
Clinton County Catalyst believes that fostering relationships and working together are fundamental in achieving community prosperity. How can your business, municipality, or organization get involved? Engage with Clinton County Catalyst by sharing your successes, providing updated building and land information, submitting community events on the website, and reaching out to us for assistance.
Visit www.clintoncountycatalyst.org to connect with members and partners, learn about resources, and discover opportunities in Clinton County. Join the catalyst movement today.
Clinton County Catalyst is a non-profit, public-private organization, dedicated to enhancing the economic vitality of Clinton County. CCC is funded entirely by its membership which includes businesses, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and municipalities. We are governed by the Board of Directors and Executive Committee comprised of investors throughout Clinton County and mid-Michigan.
City Rec programs up and running
Check out your favorite returning City Recreation programs, plus the exciting new programs that they are bringing to the community.
– Love free? They have a free cardio drumming event.
– Love volleyball? They’ve got it.
– Love line dancing? Got that too!
– Love pickleball? More sessions to play.
– Need something for the kids? Check out the basketball clinic.
– Need to relax? Come to yoga.
– Want someplace warm to walk or bring the kids for some playtime? They are adding open walking and open play sessions in the gym during the day.
– They’ve even added Groove dance to our program lineup.
Things may still need a little tweaking and thanks for understanding, but they have been working hard to bring you some winter fun. We hope to see you soon.
RBW Class Of ’59 plans Reunion
The Rodney B Wilson High School class of 1959 is planning a reunion for August, 2021. Please mark these dates on your calendar now.
August 27, Friday – All Day At Motz Park
Park is reserved for us from 10 a.m. to about 7 p.m.
Food and other details are in the planning stage
August 28, Saturday – Pizza Party At The Roadhouse
Meeting room reserved from 5 p.m. on
Start with social hour and then a pizza bar and conversations!
August 29, Sunday – Dinner At The Emerald Golf Course
Time, meal plan, etc. to be announced
Questions? Suggestions for fun? Contact Patrick Joslyn at pjjoslyn@yahoo.com