Upcoming Habitat Events
Groundbreaking for the Ithaca Build, 401 Barber St. will be held on Wednesday, June 26 at 6:00 PM
Bike to Build is coming up August 3.
For more information go to http://habitatclinton.org/.
2019 Concerts in the Park Schedule
June 26: Lansing Concert Big Band; Big Band Jazz
July 3: Root Doctor: Classic Soul, R&B, Blues
July 10: Sea Cruisers; Good Old Rock & Roll
July 17: Capitol City Chordsmen; Fun Barbershop Chorus
July 24: Dave Bennett Quartet; Swing to Rock
Aug. 31: Miranda & the M80s; Best of Queen & 80s Hits
Aug. 7: Toppermost; Beatles Tribute Band
Aug. 14: Saline Fiddlers; Amazing Youth Fiddlers
Aug. 21: Ross Mead and North Country; All Country
Aug. 28: Matt King; Elvis Impersonator
William E. Tennant Performance Shell; St. Johns City Park, Wednesday evenings; 7 p.m.; Rain or Shine
Soup kitchen makes stops in area
His Cup Runneth Over, a mobile soup kitchen, will be making a stop at
– First Congregational Church, 100 Maple Ave, St. Johns 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, June 25 and at
– The Meadows of St. Johns, 2265 W. Parks Rd., St. Johns, from 3 pm to 5 pm, Thursday, June 27.
Soup, bread, fruit and dessert will be served to all who come free of charge. For more information call 517-388-2005.
Maple Rapids Picnic is July 13
Maple Rapids Fire and Rescue will be hosting their annual Chicken BBQ Picnic on Saturday, July 13 from 1 – 5 p.m. in the Maple Rapids Park.
Please join them for live local entertainment, Kids Activities, 50-50, and a Bean Bag Tournament. Price per meal will be $5. Seating is limited, so please bring lawn chairs or a blanket. No alcohol is permitted in the park.
Relay Wrap Up is Monday, June 24
This year’s Relay Wrap Up will be at Depot Pavilion at 5:30 pm on Monday, June 24. They will be handing out awards to teams and sharing feedback about what we liked about Relay and what can be improved. This is a great time to learn about being on committee if you are interested.
From 5:30-6:30 p.m. they will have team wrap-up time, and from 6:30-7:30 p.m. they will have committee wrap up.
Summer Fun at CRV
Jun 20 and 21 Beginning Media Production Cost $20
Video and media is all the rage. From YouTube and social media to documentaries and informational videos, it is becoming a necessary skill. In this class, students will learn the basics of video, photography, and storytelling. Students will then use their new skills to produce short videos to share with their friend.
Jun 24 – 28 Beginning Robotics Cost $50
Using the Lego RCX robotics system, students will learn the basics of building and programming a robot. This is a self-paced learning environment, which encourages student to learn and explore.
July 1 and 2 Aerospace 2 Day Camp Cost $20This two-day camp teaches students all about aerospace from planes and rockets, to space ship and space travel. Students will have lots of fun building their own planes and rockets and exploring the universe.
July 8 – 12 Intermediate Robotics Cost $50
Using the Lego NXT robotics system, students will expand on their knowledge of building and programming larger robots with even more capabilities. This is a self-paced learning environment, which encourages student to learn and explore.
July 22 – 26 Alternative Energy Cost $75
There many different ways of generating electricity. This event looks at the different ways used in Michigan. Students will travel to explore alternative methods including solar and wind.
August 7 Yankee Air Zoo Cost $35
The Yankee Air Museum provides unique historical and educational experiences through aviation, military, and home front history, such as local history focused on the Willow Run B-24 Bomber Plant. Explore the many exhibits within the museum.
August 12 – 16 Robotics Competition Cost $20
Students who have gone through our robotics classes or have knowledge of Lego Robotics systems can use their knowledge to compete against other robot builders. Work as a team or an individual to create and robot that can perform a list of tasks. Each robot scores points for each activity completed and the amount of time it takes. A final winner will be crown at the end.
To register call 517-672-4226 or go online at https://www.crvonline.org/.
Moolenaar office accepting Fall Internship applications
The office of Congressman John Moolenaar is currently accepting applications for congressional internships in his Washington, D.C. office for Fall, 2019.
The internship program is open to college students and recent graduates who are interested in learning more about our country’s legislative process and the day-to-day operations of a congressional office. Responsibilities include conducting tours of the U.S. Capitol, researching federal legislation and assisting legislative staff. Interns will also have the opportunity to attend legislative briefings and congressional hearings on Capitol Hill. Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume and any specific legislative issues or areas of interest. Applications should be submitted by the close of business on Friday, July 19.
College credits are available per school requirements.
For more information and to apply for an internship, visit: https://moolenaar.house.gov/internships.
GVSU Winter Dean’s List
Grand Valley State University announces the names of students who were placed on the dean’s list for the Winter 2019 semester concluding in April. The list includes those students who have maintained a 3.5 grade point average and been enrolled in a minimum of 12 credits.
Saint Johns: Madison V. Berridge; Mary G. Billips; Dawson E. Coats; Makaila L. Fike; Elizabeth A. Henry; Lucas R. Jandernoa; Elizabeth R. Kebler; Anna N. Krumm; Damian N. Martinez; Riley A. McCann; Abigail O. Murray; Megan K. Soros; Olivia M. Trombley; Abigail G. Williams
Bath: Samantha L. Behl; Kathryn M. Carey; Rachel D. Crance; Paul M. Harris; Jessica L. Stoskopf; Shannon T. Wendling
Carson City: Blaine J. Brown
DeWitt: Cassidy M. Anderson; Jonathon P. Butler; Hailey N. Ciesluk; Elizabeth P. Gaugier; Kristy A. Gomez; Lewis C. Hartsig; Hanna R. Hathaway; Dawson W. Heath; Alexander S. Hudak; Jennalyn M. Jubeck; Brendan R. Kahl; Ryan E. Madar; Nicholas R. Perialas; Noah C. Rahall; Benjamin A. Schon; Madison A. Sjolund; Kristen M. Strojny; Michael A. Szeman; Madison L. Tiemann; Nicholas G. Vanis; Alexis L. Wethy
Fowler: Kalli N. Feldpausch; Emily R. Spitzley
Ovid: Jessica M. Witt
Pewamo: Cassandra L. Esch; Savannah E. Klein; Tiffany R. Martin; Haley M. Perrien
Westphalia: Trenton C. Barker; Olivia R. Nurenberg; Lucas A. Pohl; Kayla P. Spitzley