Briggs Library plans for building upgrade
The Briggs District Library is getting set to begin a renovation project.
The library moved to its current location 23 years ago. The building was previously a home decorating/carpet business, and it came with a large amount of attached warehouse space. The warehouse was not needed for the public at the time, but the intention was always to move into that space when the need arose.
The library has maintained its facility over the last two decades, but very few updates or modifications have been made. The community’s needs, how the space is used and library services themselves have, however, changed. The current facility needs to be adapted to reflect current and future use patterns, to accommodate changing demographics and to be able to better serve the public.
Over the last few years the library staff has been meeting with an architect to discuss patron and staff needs, community use of the building and the results of a patron survey. The highlights of the project include:
– A new 60-person community meeting room/program space
– A new designated Children’s Area in the current warehouse space
– Moving the main entrance to the east so it will be more accessible
– Updating the Circulation Desk
Now they are entering the fundraising phase of the project. They are applying for grants, gathering loan information and accepting donations. More information on donor opportunities can be found on the website.
SJHS Theatre to present Willy Wonka Jr April 22-24
Tickets are now on sale for Willy Wonka Jr. All 4 shows are expected to sell out. Reserve your seats today at sjdrama.ludus.com.
Friday, April 22 at 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 23 at 2 p.m.
Saturday, April 23 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, April 24 at 2 p.m.
Arts Council to host events during May 7 Spring Fling
Saint Johns is hosting the Spring Fling on Saturday, May 7, the same day as many other events in town like the Relay for Life and the Plein Air Event at the Art and Soul Gallery. There will be food, crafts and fun for the whole family.
For all the artists out there, here is the link to apply for craft/ artist tents. The prices are very reasonable.
They would love to see your artwork and creativity out there. Go on into the gallery and for early registration to take part. They have added a new category for high school students this year too with a $50 prize!
SafeCenter Sexual Assault Awareness Events in April
April is National Sexual Assault Awareness Month in the United States. Each year SafeCenter Domestic and Sexual Violence Services of Clinton and Shiawassee Counties takes time this month to honor victims/survivors, raise awareness, and engage in fund-development to ensure that they are furthering their capacity, sustainability, and mission to Empower, Advocate, Educate and Prevent in both counties.
SafeCenter would like to you invite you join us in the following events:
Tuesday, April 5: Wear Teal Day (Teal is the official color for Sexual Assault Awareness Month)
Tuesday, April 12: Ring of Silence Movie Screening at Baker College of Owosso Welcome Center (5:00-7:00 p.m.) sponsored by the Human Trafficking Task Force of Shiawassee County
Thursday, April 21: Ring of Silence Movie Screening at Baker College of Owosso Welcome Center (6:00-8:00 p.m.) sponsored by the Human Trafficking Task Force of Shiawassee County
Saturday, April 23: “Walk In Their Shoes” event at the Riverwalk Loop Trail in Downtown Owosso (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.). Please contact Stephanie Molnar, Program Director/Clinical Supervisor, by email (stephanie@thesafecenter.org) or by phone (989-723-9716) to learn more and get registered.
Thursday, April 27: Wear Denim Day (the annual sexual assault awareness event that works to start conversations about the destructive attitudes surrounding sexual assault, such as victim blaming)
To stay in the loop on agency happenings, “like” and “follow” The SafeCenter on Facebook. To learn more about SafeCenter, as well as domestic violence and sexual assault, or to get connected to them for services, please visit our website: www.thesafecenter.org or call toll-free at 877-952-7283.
Prom Dress Boutique available in Ovid
Vineyard Creative Arts Theatre’s ballroom has been transformed into a Prom Dress Boutique.
Visit their location in the old church building at 222 N. Main St. in Ovid on Saturday, April 2 and 9 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Almost 200 dresses are available for a donation to the Theatre.
St. Johns High School’s 2022 Gilded Age Prom will be held on Friday, April 22 from 8 – 11 p.m. at Eagle Eye Banquet Center on Chandler Road in Bath, Michigan.
Mint City Singers to perform at the Wilson Center April 22, 29
The Mint City Singers will present “Renewal and Rejoicing, Spring through Song” at the Wilson Center on Friday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m.
This choral concert is an eclectic collection of songs celebrating love, friendship, and community. This includes such favorites as You’ve got a Friend, You raise me up, May the road rise to meet you, Loch Lomond, Blue Skies and What a Wonderful World.
The Mint City Singers is a choir made of people from Saint Johns and the surrounding communities who love to sing and share choral music with others. The Mint City Singers and the Laingsburg Community Singers will present a joint concert that features The Gospel Mass by Robert Ray and other selections at the Wilson Center on Friday, April 29 at 7:00 p.m.
Legion fundraising dinner coming up April 9
An American Legion Auxiliary Dinner Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, April 9 from 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. or until it is all gone. The public is welcome. Take-Out available by calling 989-224-7282 after 4:30 p.m.
The menu includes Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Salad, Vegetables, Roll/Butter and Dessert for $10.00
Beverage proceeds benefit the Lounge. Dinner proceeds benefit The 8th District Leadership Development Fund.
American Legion Post 153 is located at 110 E. Walker St. in St. Johns.
Mint Country Garden Club to meet April 7
The monthly meeting of Mint Country Garden Club will be held Thursday, April 7 at 7:15 p.m. David Zimmerman will be speaking on moss gardens.
During the next meeting on Thursday, May 5 they will be doing rock paintings. Anyone wanting to participate needs to bring a smooth rock the size you desire. Paint and ideas will be provided.
Meetings are held at Clinton Commons Community Center, 1105 S. Scott Rd, St. Johns. Visitors are welcome to attend.