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Mint Pageant Royalty named for St. Johns Mint Festival
Tuesday evening’s Pageant gave us the lineup of Mint Royalty for 2018. They are:
Little Miss Mint: Dianna Manas, 10
Junior Miss Mint: Lauren Schafer, 14
Mint Queen: Morgan Leavitt, 17
First Runner Up, Anna George, 17; Second Runner Up Olivia Maurer, 18
Plan ahead: Grand Mint Parade route
The Grand Mint Parade will step off on Saturday, August 11 at 10:00 am. The theme for this year’s parade is “Rock and Roll”. Line up for the parade is at Oakview South Elementary School off Townsend Road. The parade will proceed north on Clinton Avenue, west on Oak Street, north on Lansing Street, east on Sturgis Street, north on Oakland Street, west on M21 and then north on Clinton Avenue. Noted as one of Mid-Michigan’s largest parades, thousands will line the sidewalks and lawns to view the beautiful entries.
The festival committee reminds everyone that Safety is most important, so they ask that children and adults stay on or behind the curbs. There will be many walkers throughout the parade who will approach you with candy or other items. Do Not run into the street to pick up candy. An approaching vehicle or horse may not be able to stop in time.
Mint Festival Grand Marshal Mark Palmer: commitment to kids, community
By Rhonda Dedyne
Working with young people and being involved in community service has been a priority for St. Johns Public Schools Superintendent Mark Palmer throughout his career as an educator and administrator. Those attributes make him a perfect choice to help lead the 2018 Mint Festival as Grand Marshal of the Mint Parade, says Mint Festival General Chairperson Brenda Terpening.
“We are very excited to have Mark as our Grand Marshal for 2018. He has a great interest in seeing that kids excel in our community, and the Mint Festival is a lot about kids in many ways. The Committee’s choice of Mark for Grand Marshal was a unanimous decision.”
The roots to that decision were planted back in 1999 when Mark and his wife, Denise, moved to Clinton County following his acceptance of an offer to serve as St. Johns High School Principal. The distinctive aroma of mint became part of the daily summer routine during his first year at SJPS.
“That first year here, we were living in a house in Bengal Township on Centerline Road near Francis Road where Tom Irrer and his family farm mint,” Mark recalls with a smile, noting the fragrance of newly chopped mint. “Denise and I were very familiar with farming having grown up in the Shepherd area, but this was our first introduction to mint.”
Being part of a district like St. Johns Public Schools is a perfect fit for the family that includes daughters Grace and Jada, both of whom were born here and are students at SJHS. “This area fits our lifestyle perfectly,” Mark says, citing the advantages of a large-size school system that has an intimate community feel. “In terms of community service, it’s important to be actively involved and also be visible at events – both school and non-school.”
The respected educator is a member of the St. Johns Kiwanis Club, serving in various capacities over the years. Along with other area residents, Mark and Denise helped organize “Compassion in Action” that provides back-packs filled with food items to students in need. “The response by donors to the back-pack program has been unbelievable,” he says. “We fill about 50 back-packs every two weeks for distribution at our elementary schools.”
That kind of dedication is evidenced in work on behalf of the Mint Festival, too, Terpening says. “Mark has always supported the Mint Festival’s use of school property for Festival events like the Mint Queen Pageant, parking at and around St. Johns High School for various Mint activities, and the Redwing Marching Band’s participation in the Mint Parade.”
As the Grand Marshal, Superintendent Palmer will have a great view of the thousands of people who will line the streets from SJHS through to the downtown business district. The parade begins at 10 a.m., Saturday, August . 11 – and he’s ready for it.
“St. Johns Public Schools is a tremendous school system and I am very pleased and proud to be serving our students and families here,” he says. “I am also looking forward to my expanded role as superintendent and the opportunities that provides to work with even more community residents. The people here have given so much to our family and it’s important to give back to them.”
Mint Festival Free Entertainment: Performers and Venues
There are many exciting entertainers to watch throughout the weekend in the City Park and on the County Fairgrounds. Our Entertainment Sponsor is McLaren Health Plan.
Friday, August 10
Main Pavilion
4:00 – 5:00 pm Karen Domanski
Performance Shell
6:00 – 8:00 pm Brenda Loomis Band (www.brendaloomis.com) / (Country, Rock and Blues)
Saturday, August 11
Main Pavilion
3:30 – 4:30 pm Miriam Quinlan (Country, Rock and Folk)
Performance Shell
1:00 – 2:00 pm Mint City Singers
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some music with us. Mint City Singers is part of the Clinton Co. Arts Council and is partially funded by a grant from MCACA and the Natl. Endowment of the Arts.
5:00 – 7:00 pm Donald Benjamin (www.donaldbenjaminofficial.com) (Country)
Country Fairgrounds
12, 2, 4 and 6 pm Dog Shows(jumping, agility, dancing)
3:00 – 4:00 pm Capital Ballet
Sunday, August 12
Main Pavilion
12:00 – 1:00 pm Paul Imholte (Dulcimer, Fiddle, Banjo and Mandolin)
Performance Shell
1:00 – 2:00 pm DeWitt Community Band,
12, 2 and 3:30 pm Dog Shows
Strolling
1:00 – 5:00 pm Paul Imholte
Mint Festival Senior Citizens Day – August 10
Senior Citizens have a special time set aside just for them during the festival. On Friday, August 10 in the Main Pavilion in the City Park from 2-5 p.m. seniors will be able to play bingo, get health checks, enter for door prizes and enjoy complimentary refreshments. The first 100 seniors attending Senior Citizens Day will receive a goodie bag filled with various items. From 4-5 p.m. Karen Domanski will entertain the crowd with musical entertainment. Senior Citizen Day is made possible in part by sponsorship from the Clinton County Senior Center.
Mint Festival around town
Mint Festival Down at the Depot
The Mint Festival Down at the Depot celebration will be on Friday and Saturday, August 10 and August 11 in the Rotary Park Pavilion and on the Train Depot lawn at 107 E. Railroad Street in Downtown St. Johns. On Saturday, August 11 from 2-6 pm the Mint City USA Classic Car Show will be on Railroad Street. A Beer Tent will be open Friday and Saturday from 7 pm to 12 am with live music at 8 p.m. each night. Entertainment includes Miranda and the M80’s on Friday night and The Squids Band on Saturday night.
Briggs Public Library will be hosting a used book sale at the library in downtown St. Johns during all hours of the festival. The library is located on the corner of Spring and Railroad Street – enter through the back door off Spring Street. The Clinton County Arts Council will be open Friday, August 10 between 10 am – 5 pm and on Saturday between 10 am – 6 p.m. Paine Gillam Scott Museum will be open Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12 between 1-4 p.m.and the Railroad Museum will all be open Saturday, August 11 between 12-5 p.m. and Sunday, August 12 between 1-4 p.m.
As a special tribute to honor Veterans of War, the Mount Rest Cemetery will be flying over 565 flags that measure 5 feet by 9.5 feet each on Saturday, August 11 of the Mint Festival weekend. These United States memorial flags will line the roadway of the cemetery and are donated by family members in memory of their loved ones. This drive is not only beautiful but will make you proud to be an American. These flags are flown on most military holidays from 8:00 am until 7:00 pm and several other dates throughout the year. The flags are put up and down by many local veterans and community volunteers. The Mount Rest Cemetery flies more memorial flags than the National Cemetery of Michigan or the Fort Custer National Cemetery
Quilt Show In Smith Hall
Dozens of new and old quilts will be on display in Smith Hall on the County Fairgrounds during the festival weekend. The quilts are made by women, men and some children. Included with each quilt will be a brief description of the quilt – you will see that many of them have been a labor of love. One of the quilts that will be on display is made from old Mint Festival t-shirts. While at the Quilt Show don’t forget to vote for your favorites. Also included in the show is a Quilt Challenge of wall hangings where the theme is “Rock and Roll”. “People’s Choice” winners will be determined in six different categories this year. A special addition to the Quilt Show will be several antique quilts on loan to the festival from Paine Gillam Museum.
Rodeos at the Festival
A Mid States IPRA Professional Rodeo will take place on Saturday, August 11 in the Horse Arena on the County Fairgrounds starting at 7:30 pm. Tickets at the gate will be $12 for adults and $8 for children with 4 and under free. Family packs (2 adults and 2 children) will also be available for $35. Events will include Bareback Riding, Steer Wrestling, Saddle Bronc Riding, Team Roping, Calf Roping, Cowgirls Barrel Racing and Bull Riding. During intermission there will be trick riding, a raffle drawing to benefit Clinton County Special Olympics and for a little comic relief there will be a Bouncy Horse Relay. On Sunday, August 12 there will be a High School Rodeo at 2:00 pm. Tickets for the High School Rodeo will be $5 each.
Arts and Craft Show
Over 100 Arts and Craft booths will be in the St. Johns City Park for the weekend. Vendors will be selling everything from homemade quilts and pictures, wood furniture and paintings to jewelry and pottery, candles and dolls and much, much more. You will also have the opportunity to get homemade dips and sauces, bakery items, jerky, fudge and other food items from the vendors. The Arts and Crafts area is located in the tree-lined City Park and is open Friday, August 10 from 2:00 – 8:00 pm, Saturday, August 11 from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm and Sunday, August 12 from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Sports Tournaments
The City of St. Johns Parks and Recreation Department will host two sports tournaments on Saturday and Sunday of the festival weekend. Everyone is welcome to come and watch all the action. Kickball will be played on the main field in the St. Johns City Park and 3-on-3 Basketball will be played on the City Park Basketball Courts off Park Street. Bring a chair and sit a spell.
Good Things To Eat
You can’t leave the festival without trying some great foods. The festival will have everything from Elephant Ears and fresh cut French Fries to burgers, nachos, donuts, kettle korn, gyro’s, steak sandwiches, Sloppy Joes and much much more. And to round out your day, don’t forget to get your bowl of Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream. The Mint Festival Committee will be selling Schwan’s Ice Cream for $2 per bowl. Their booth will be located at the north end of the City Park, in front of the Performance Shell.
Mint Products, Festival Souvenirs and Mint Information
Don’t forget to get some mint products or mint souvenirs to remember your visit to the festival. The Souvenir booth is located in the south section of the Arts and Crafts area just before you get to the county fairgrounds. Several Mint items will be available including Hanover’s chocolate mints that simply melt in your mouth, hard mints, Livingston’s mint oil, peppermint taffy, mint soaps and candles. Other items include mugs, tote bags, t-shirts, piggy banks, candy dishes, coasters, socks and more. New items in 2018 include a Mug, Shot Glass, Tape Measure and Mint Cookbook. If you want something to remember “St. Johns” by, check out the St. Johns mug, key chain, tote bag, postcards or a lapel pin. These and other items can also be purchased at any time at the Chamber of Commerce office at 1013 S US 27 in St. Johns. While at the Souvenir Booth you can also pick up information about the uses of mint, the history of mint in our area and other mint information. Mint information will also be available at the Information Booth, which is located east of the county fairgrounds on Sickels street.
Talented Individual Designs 2018 Souvenir and Volunteer T-Shirts
Lansing resident Courtney Frigo was the winner of both the Souvenir and Volunteers T-shirt designs for 2018. Both shirts utilized the 2018 theme “Rock and Roll” with Minty playing a jukebox in the volunteer shirt and a classic car and guitars represented on the bright green souvenir shirt. In recognition of her efforts, Courtney will receive a $50 Chamber Buck Gift Certificate for each design. The shirts will be worn proudly by hundreds of festival volunteers and attendees.
First Aid and Emergencies
The First Aid Station, provided by Clinton Area Ambulance Service will be located on the drive separating the city park and county fairgrounds. Emergency personnel will be on hand during festival hours. The City of St. Johns Police will also be on the festival grounds throughout the weekend to handle any emergencies. The police booth is located on the north end of the city park by the Performance Shell.
General Information
Portable restrooms will be located throughout the park and county fairgrounds, many being handicapped accessible. Permanent facilities are also available in the city restrooms across from the Main pavilion at the north end of the park and near the northwest corner of the football field and in the county restrooms at the south end of the county fairgrounds.
Flea Market Finds
You will find just about everything in the flea market from sheets and sunglasses to lawn decorations, hats, clothes, toys and more. And, if you are a dollar store junkie you will enjoy shopping here as well. Visit this unique shopping area that is located in the city park on the north end. You will definitely find some great buys. The Flea Market vendors will be open the same hours as the Arts and Crafts.
Jeeps Back By Popular Demand
On Saturday, August 11 from Noon to 5:00 pm there will be a Jeep Event with Optional Obstacle Course. The Obstacle Course is fun to watch as they take their Jeeps up steep hills, over rocks and culverts and through muddy pits. The event will be held on the old BMX track on the west side of the County Fairgrounds. Last year this event brought together people that like to discuss, photograph and drool over Jeeps. We anticipate this is an event that will grow each year. Jeeps will pay a nominal $10 at the entrance.
Daily Drawing for $50 Gas Cards
Every time you spend $20 or more at an arts and crafts booth, flea market booth or commercial booth, you can enter a drawing to win a $50 gas card. All participating vendors will have entry forms. The gas cards are the committees’ way of saying thank you for supporting our vendors. If the vendor doesn’t remember to give you an entry – just ask for one!
Community Wide Garage Sales
The festival spirit spreads throughout the town with Community Wide Garage Sales during the Mint Festival weekend. Every garage sale registered with the Mint Festival office will be included on a list and map that will be available at the Chamber of Commerce office and the Information Booth at the festival. Each garage sale will also have a supply of lists/maps on hand for distribution.
Carnival Rides and Inflatables
Clark Amusements will be at the festival with several mechanical rides (Spider, Swing, Airplanes, Fire Engines) and several inflatables (Slide, Obstacle Course, Bounce House) that will bring enjoyment to kids of all ages. They will also have 3 game wagons and 2 concession trailers. They will be located on the baseball diamond just outside the County Fairgrounds on Sickels Street. Armbands will be $13, or you can pay $1 per ticket.
Kids World
Kids World is a place where kids can go throughout the weekend to play games and win prizes. Tickets will only be .25 each and the games will cost between 1 and 4 tickets each. Peck Hall on the County Fairgrounds will be transformed into a wonderland for children where the main goal will be to just have fun.
Some of the games include a bean bag toss, football toss, dart board, Kerplunk, Putt Putt Golf and Plinko. Winners of the games will have the opportunity to trade tickets for great prizes. So bring a few bucks for the kids so they can have a great time at the festival. Kids World will be open all hours of the festival and kids of all ages are invited to come and have fun.
Sidewalk Chart Art Competition
Kids and adults are invited to participate in the 2nd Annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Competition. The location of the competition will be in the Swine Barn on the County Fairgrounds. Artwork can be completed on Fri, August 10 between 5-8 pm and on Saturday, August 11 between 10 am – 8 pm. Judging will be completed after 8 pm on Saturday and winners will be recognized on Sunday, August 12. The artwork must fit into a space no larger than 8’X8’. The Festival Committee reserves the right to photograph artwork and display photos on their website. Also, any submissions having publicly unacceptable subject matter, in the judgement of the Mint Festival Committee, may be rejected and removed. The festival will provide regular chalk, but if you want to use anything specialized (metallic, glitter, etc) you must bring your own and it must be washable.
Bubble Funz
Get ready to have a blast once you get strapped into a bouncy hamster type inflatable ball. You will have a hard time not laughing as you bump into opponents, do rolls and flips. The Bubble Funz will be located in the grassy area between Smith Hall and Peck Hall on the County Fairgrounds. Come and check out this great addition to the festival.
Pony Rides
Earls Pony Rides have been with the festival almost since its inception. For just $5, kids will get a safe supervised experience on a gentle pony. Bring the camera to get that cute picture to email to family and friends.
Golf on the Go
An 18-hole miniature golf course will be set up in the park behind the Arts and Craft vendors just south of the Fantasy Forest Playground. Come and spend a fun time with the whole family. The course is in a nice shaded area and only costs $1 to play.
New Vehicle Show
If you are interested in buying a new car, or just like to window shop you can do it all at the Festival. There will be over 60 cars and trucks on display from Sundance, Pauli Ford and Bees Motors. The vehicles will be on display on the street south of where the Spray Park is located in the City Park. Stop by and make a list of all the cars you want to test drive the week after the festival.
Photo Contest
During Mint Festival weekend photos entered into our Photo Contest will be displayed in Smith Hall on the county fairgrounds (where the Quilt Show is located). Festival goers will vote for their favorites in several categories. Photo winners will have their photograph on the Mint Festival webpage for the next year and their photograph will be displayed at the Chamber of Commerce office for one year.
Dog Shows
The Classic K-9 Performance Team will be at the festival on Saturday, August 11 and Sunday, August 12. They will be on the County Fairgrounds just north of Peck Hall. The Classic K-9 Mini-Shows will include such events as Frisbee dogs, canine high jumping, dancing dogs and trick dogs. Each performance will last approximately 30-40 minutes. Saturday shows are planned for 12, 2, 4 and 6 pm and on Sunday they will be at 12, 2 and 3:30
Peppermint Patty Plop
The St. Johns Kiwanis Club 707 will host their infamous “Peppermint Patty Plop” on Sunday, August 12 at Noon. Come and watch Gertie the Cow roam the arena until she “plops” to determine the winner of their raffle. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased from a member of the Kiwanis group, or at their booth in the commercial/non-profit vendor area of the park on Friday and Saturday. $2300 in prizes will be awarded, including $1,000 for the grand prize winner.
No Pets, Rollerblades, Bikes Or Alcohol will be allowed in the festival area. The only exception to this rule is service dogs will be allowed if you have the appropriate paperwork with you. These rules and regulations are for the safety of everyone and will be monitored and enforced by the St. Johns City Police Department and members of the St. Johns Mint Festival Steering Committee. There will be a Dog Pet Rescue group at the Festival. If you adopt a dog that weekend you will be able to get your dog to your vehicle with no problem.
Parking And Shuttles
Paid parking areas are located in the high school and middle school parking lots. You can access the lots off Sickles Street or off Townsend Road. Volunteers from St. Peter Lutheran Church/School and the St. Johns High School Band Boosters will be onsite to direct parking at all the lots. A $3 fee will be charged. Sixty percent of all fees collected will go to the two school groups. The handicap parking area will be in the northwest corner of the high school parking lot – enter off Sickles street and you will be directed to the barricaded area. Golf cart shuttles will be on hand to assist getting the elderly and handicapped individuals back and forth to the park.
What to do in case of a weather advisory while at the festival
In the event the National Weather Service issues a Severe Thunderstorm or Tornado Warning during the hours of the festival, festival attendees may proceed to one of the following shelters:
St. Johns High School – individuals will be on hand to direct you.
Smith Hall – located on the south side of the Arts and Crafts area just east of the food court.
Once inside one of the above buildings, proceed to the most inside wall available.
2008 Mint Royals
Former Mint Queens
1936 Mrs. Eloise Harris
1985 Becky Irrer
1986 Cheryl Rademacher
1987 Denise Egres
1988 Janice Rademacher
1989 Elizabeth Baker
1990 Jennifer Brown
1991 Deanna Webb
1992 Natalie Bishop
1993 Carrie Rosekrans
1994 Heather Knight
1995 Kimberly Brock
1996 Kimberly Woodhams
1997 Missy Werbish
1998 Denise Dietrich
1999 Emmie Sanborn
2000 Kelly Thompson
2001 Elizabeth Turner
2002 Melissa Curtis
2003 Jamie Ackerman
2004 Shimea Purchase
2005 Amy Perez
2006 Amanda Davis
2007 Kaitlyn Love
2008 Sabrina Hebeler
2009 Felicia Medina
2010 Megan Ruestman
2011 Paige Burnash
2012 Alexa Ruestman
2013 Alyssa Mee
2014 Cassandra Rapelje
2015 Audrey deAlmeida
2016 Catherine Voisin
2017 Delaney Fedewa
Former Junior Miss Mints
2005 Megan Ruestman
2006 Kelsey McBride
2007 Ally Turner
2008 Alexa Ruestman
2009 Alyssa Mee
2010 Olivia Bouck
2011 Alissa Longoria
2012 Brittney Thompson
2013 Alyssa Thompson
2014 Madisyn Kotowicz
2015 Becca Bovee
2016 Gabriella Gunnell
2017 Olivia Melton
Former Little Miss Mints
1994 Erika McKeachie
1995 Carrie Longoria
1996 Nicole George
1997 Nikki White
1998 Kathleen Thiede
1999 Brianna Harden
2000 Alisha Stephens
2001 Trisha Bellgowan
2002 Emily Havens
2003 Jenna Veith
2004 Kelci Hollis
2005 Alyssa Mee
2006 Avery Guild
2007 Sarah Ward
2008 Cassie Rapelje
2009 Brooke Bauer
2010 Aariyanna Koernke
2011 Madisyn Kotowicz
2012 Shelby Heinlen
2013 Audrey Rademacher
2014 Gabriella Gunnell
2015 Katie Rozen
2016 Alexia Munger
2017 Mya Robertson
Past Grand Marshals
1985 Robert Halsey and Lawrence Yallup
1986 Alden Livingston
1987 Frank Sipkovsky
1988 Louis Sipkovsky
1989 Esther Crosby
1990 Peter Kurncz, Sr.
1991 Otto and Donna Kus
1992 J.E. Crosby, Jr.
1993 Richard Woodhams
1994 Larry Crosby
1995 Tom Irrer
1996 Peter Kurncz, Jr.
1997 Larry Kus
1998 Jerry Henning
1999 All Past Grand Marshals Honored
2000 Paul and Joann Martis
2001 Jim Crosby
2002 Doug Irrer
2003 John Kurncz
2004 All Past Grand Marshals Honored
2005 Shirley Huguelet and Ed Martis
2007 Art Motz
2008 Mark Crosby
2009 All Past Grand Marshals Honored
2010 Andy Todosciuk
2011 Mayor Dana Beaman
2012 Dean, Leo and Paul Henning
2013 Walter Viges
2014 Karl and Heather Hanover
2015 Bill Richards
2016 Dennis and Pat Koenigsknecht
2017 Ted Lewis
2018 Mint Festival General Sponsors
The Mint Festival would not be possible without the generous support of the many sponsors involved. Whether it’s someone donating spoons for the Ice Cream, a family donating the use of their RV or a business making a financial contribution to help pay for festival expenses, our special thanks go out to everyone involved.
Radio Sponsor: Clinton County Central Dispatch
Entertainment Sponsor: McLaren Health Plan
Pageant Sponsor: Sundance
Ice Cream Sponsor: Sparrow Clinton Hospital
Kids World Sponsor: Cedar Creek Hospital and Clinton County Medical Center
Senior Citizen Day Sponsor: Clinton County Senior Center
Dog Show Sponsor: Jackson Hayes, Attorneys at Law
33 1/3 Street Sound
AgroLiquid
Alissa’s Dance Elite
American Rentals
Applebee’s
Arby’s
Audiology Center of St. Johns
Autumn Ridge Apartments
Avery Eye Care Center
AW Body Shop
Ralph and Jennifer Bailey
Steve and Sharon Bassette
Bee’s Motors
Big Boy of St. Johns
Ransom Briggs
Butler Financial
Capital Equipment
The Cellular Connection
Steven W. Charchut, DMD, MS
City of St. Johns; Police, Fire and DPW
Clinton Area Ambulance Service
Clinton Area Care Center
Clinton County 4-H Board and MSU Extension
Clinton County Board of Commissioners, Administration and Maintenance
Clinton County Economic Alliance
Clinton County Farm Bureau
Clinton County Meals on Wheels
Clinton Ophthalmology, PC
Community Christian Church
Compassus
Cypress Home Care
Dart Company
Dershey’s Cafe
Dominos Pizza
Duplain Church of Christ
Edward Jones Investments, Tony Lenneman
Eiseler Oil
The Emerald at Maple Creek
Feldpausch Agency, Farm Bureau Insurance
Ferrall’s Tree Trimming and Removal
First Congregational Church
Pat Fox-Paseka
Gentner Family Dentistry
Georges’ Concessions
Geri’s Threads
Grace Haven Assisted Living
Granger
Great Clips
Green Stone Farm Credit Services
HandR Block
Hanover’s Inc
Harr’s Jewelry Inc
Howe’s Greenhouse
Hub Tire Center
Huntington Bank
iCare – Photo Contest Sponsor
Iryshe Photography
Jet Speed Printing
Jet’s Pizza
Journey Federal Credit Union
Keck Coleman Funeral Home
Kingsley Insurance Group
Knights of Columbus of St. Johns
Dennis and Pat Koenigsknecht
Koenigsknecht Dentistry
Kurts Appliance
LAFCU
Lansing Community College
Lansing Sanitary Supply
Lansing State Journal
Laurels of Carson City
Livingston Farms
Mahle Engine Components
Main Street Café
Main Street Pizza
Mancino’s Pizza and Grinders
Maple Rapids Lumber Mill, Inc.
Martin-Brower
McDonald’s of St. Johns
Mckenzie Crosby Insurance Agency
Meijer – DeWitt
Mercantile Bank
Michigan Graphics and Signs
Michigan Milk Producers Association
Michigan Veneer
Midstate Title Agency
Les Miller and Sons
MSU Federal Credit Union
New Look Computer and Data
Nicole’s Salon and Day Spa
Pauli Ford
Tom and Liz Pearson
Physicians Health Plan of Mid-Michigan
Pilgrim United Methodist Church
Postal Connections
Prestige Pines Assisted Living and Americare Home Health – Senior Citizens Day Sponsor
Quest Software
Redeemer Church, St. Johns Campus
Rotary Club of St. Johns
Shannon Schlegel, Attorney at Law
Self Serve Lumber
Simplified Tax
Sirrine and Associates, Inc.
Smith Lawnscapes
Smith Oil and Propane
Sparrow Medical Supplies
Spicer Group
St. Johns Animal Clinic
St. Johns EZ Mart and The Blarney Castle Family of Stones
St. Johns Lutheran Church
St. Johns Public Schools and Band Boosters
St. Joseph Catholic Church
St. Peter Lutheran Church
Sue Strahle
Subway
TSC
Brenda Terpening
Uncle Johns Cider Mill
US 27 Motor Sports
WLNS TV6
Walgreens
Waugh’s Culligan
West Orthodontics
Wilson’s Meats
Woodbury’s Flower Shop
Z92.5 The Castle
The 2018 Mint Festival Steering Committee (Chairs / Co-Chairs)
General Chair, Publicity and Sponsorship – Brenda Terpening
Festival Secretary and Volunteers – Liz Pearson
Communications – Steve Bassette
Bocce Ball – Debbie Cornell / Kathy Logan
Entertainment/Sidewalk Chalk Art – Pat Fox-Paseka
Environmental – Randy Hart / Tom Pearson
Food – Arlinda Shattuck
Ice Cream – Cassidy Palmar / Tyler Palmer
Information Booth – Ken Kinsey / Sue Strahle
Jeep Event – Ed Brandon
Kids World – Gary Lehman / Kim Chapko
Mint Festival Pageant – Allie Svoboda / Jean Ruestman
Mint Office – Heather Scranton / Sue Strahle
Parade – Kaitlin Rooks
Parking and Shuttles – Becky Hancock / Lee Langlois
Photo Contest – Dave Tompkins / Donna Marek
Quilt Show – Tammy Wright
Rodeo – Terrah Hanks / Kelsey Fongers / Kyle Fullhart
Senior Citizen Day – Jenna McBride / Missy San Miguel
Souvenirs – Karen Cressman / Karen Terpening
Treasurer – Denise Uribe / Nicole Wieber