Latest County Covid stats
You might feel healthy, but the reality is this: about 40% of people who have COVID-19 may be asymptomatic. That means almost one out of every two people could be infected. They might not know it until it’s too late. We can only contain the virus and keep Michigan open if everyone stays careful and masks up when they leave home, whether they feel sick or not. Face coverings can reduce the chance of spreading COVID-19 by about 70%. So Mask Up Michigan!
429 cases and 13 deaths, Probable Cases Clinton County: 76 [as of September 2]
For the latest updates visit https://www.mmdhd.org/novel-coronavirus/
Briggs Library holds outdoor used book sales
Briggs District Library will have weekly outdoor used book sales. These will be located in the back parking lot every Wednesday, weather permitting, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Due to the current circumstances, they are unable to have the Library Friends volunteers come in and organize the traditional Saturday used book sales. However since they have received numerous requests, a few members of the staff will run an alternate version.
These sales will be held outside in the staff parking lot under a canopy. If it is storming they will not have a sale that week.
Wednesday from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
August 26 – September 30, 2020
They will not accept donations at this time.
Please contact Assistant Director, Brett Harger, with any questions.
For more up to date information visit the library’s website www.briggsdistrictlibrary.org or Facebook page or call (989)224-4702.
Concert in the Park series to continue in September
A decision was made to wait until September to continue the Concert in the Park series at the William E. Tennant Performance Shell in the St. Johns City Park.
The remaining schedule will be as follows:
September 9 – David Shelby – Country with a Motown Twist
September 16 – Vintage 20s – Great Roaring Twenties Band
September 23 – Matt King – His Award-Winning Tribute to Elvis
September 30 – Dave Bennett Quartet – From Swing to Rock
A decision will be made each week as to whether the upcoming concert will take place. Please check the Performance Shell Facebook Page or the Clinton Count Arts Council’s Website at www.clintoncountyarts.org before coming each week. Also please note that the Lions Club Food Trailer will not be at the concerts this summer. Concerts are held each Wednesday evening starting at 7:00 p.m. rain or shine.
Concert in the Park is sponsored by the Clinton County Arts Council and the City of St. Johns. The Clinton County Arts Council receives support from the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts
Art Walk: Chalk It Up coming September 11
The Clinton County Arts Council is looking for:
– Sponsors: sponsor a chalk artist for only $50
– Artists: you get a free t-shirt and a chance to win prizes
– Musicians and Street Performers: to entertain people throughout the downtown
Sponsor and artist forms can be found here.
Printed copies can be picked up at Studio Retreat, Oh Mi Organics, and the CCAC Art Gallery.
Musicians/street performers, please send an email to: ga.nutmeg@gmail.com
Order your first Christmas Gift now
The Clinton County Historical Society is promoting the sale of the beginnings of our local history in the form of a 500 piece (18″ x 24″) puzzle. With some extra time on our hands you can have some fun putting together a great picture of our 1890 Clinton County Court House.
To order:
Please send the following information and include a check for $35 (if you want to pick up in St. Johns) or
$40 (if you want it shipped) to:
CCHS
P.O. Box 174
St. Johns, MI 48879
Please include: Your name, Your address and Phone or email to notify you of arrival.
Pick up will be at 503 N. Lansing St., St. Johns, MI 48879. For more information call Julie Peters: 989-501-0599 or email petersj@msu.edu.
Virtual workshop offered by Tri-County Office on Aging
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an interactive workshop designed to help family caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a family member or friend. This program will give You, the family caregiver, tools to: help reduce stress and guilt, communicate effectively, take care of yourself, and much more! This program is not intended for professional caregivers.
What: Powerful Tools for Caregivers workshop
Where: Online using Zoom
When: Thursdays, September 10 – October 15, 2020 from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Optional pre-workshop Zoom orientation Thursday, September 3 at 1:30 p.m.
Cost: The workshop is free of charge, but donations are accepted. Suggested donation is $25 but it is not required.
To register: Call Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465
Website for more information. You may not register online: https://www.tcoa.org/classesevidence-based-programs/
Local groups partner on regional electronics recycling day
The Regional Electronics Recycling Day is a great way for all residents in the Capital Area to take care of unwanted items from their attics, garages, basements or storage units. The event will be held at Chippewa Middle School, 4000 Okemos Road, Okemos, on Saturday, September 26 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Social distancing and mask requirements will be adhered to during the event.
Safely recycle a variety of unwanted items such as:
– TVs*
– Monitors*
– Computers
– Printers
– Cords
– Cables
– Phones
– VCRs
– Stereo Equipment and More
* A $20 donation is requested for each television or monitor, payable at the event or in advance by visiting www.meridian.mi.us/recycle.
The event is generously supported by the Regional Recycling Coordinating Committee; The City of East Lansing; Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy; The City of Lansing; Clinton County; Eaton County; Ingham County Health Department; Meridian Township; Mid-Michigan Environmental Action Council; Hammond Farms; Delta Dental; Vision Collision; Granger Waste Services and the Clerical Technical Union of MSU.
For additional information about the event, including non-accepted items please see the flyer at www.meridian.mi.us/recycle or contact LeRoy Harvey, Environmental Programs Coordinator at harvey@meridian.mi.us or call 517.853.4466.
Churches plan video of local veterans
The Lowe and Maple Rapids United Methodist Churches want to show their appreciation to our Veterans this fall.
Many of you have participated in the past by attending their Annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner. This year, due to the corona virus, they will be unable to serve you dinner or honor you in person at the Lowe Church. They sincerely regret this and do not want Veterans Day to pass without showing appreciation to each of you.
This year they are offering to record you on video. You would be asked just a few questions, such as: where you served our country; the number of years you served; and any experience you wish to share. Everyone who has served in any branch of the military is most welcome and encouraged to be a part of this video.
Artis White will be doing the taping and will create a video of all the veterans to be displayed on Veterans Day, November 11th. If you are a participant, you will receive your own personal copy on DVD.
If you are willing to participate, please call the church office [989] 224-4460 and leave a message, or contact Artis White directly at [517] 749-8351 to schedule an appointment.
If you are unable to travel but would like to participate, they will accommodate you in whatever ways are helpful. Please know that they are so very grateful for the service you have given to our country.
His Cup Runneth Over serves free meals on Tuesdays
Spread the word that free meals are served on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First Congregational Church, St. Johns.
Drive up and they will bring your meals out to you. If you need delivery call or text 517-388-2005 or 989-544-5764 by 11 a.m.