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Celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day with an Irish folk concert<\/strong><\/p>\n

Celebrate this St. Patrick’s Day with dinner at your favorite local restaurant followed by this amazing Irish folk concert by renowned singer-songwriter Rory Makem, with special guests Siusan O’Rourke and Zig Zeitlerat the historic Wilson Center Auditorium on Friday, March 18, 2022.<\/p>\n

Irish musician, Rory Makem is one of the leading voices in the Irish song heritage. He’ll be joined by duo, Siusan O’Rourke and Zig Zeitler.<\/p>\n

This concert is presented by The Wilson Center and Clinton County Arts, and sponsored by Homegrown Productions.
\nSon of legendary Tommy Makem, Ireland born, singer-songwriter, Rory Makem is one of the leading voices in the Irish song heritage.<\/p>\n

Not limited to the stage, Makem has performed and composed for movie soundtracks and a number of PBS programs.
\nHe has recorded with many of the luminaries in folk music including Noel Paul Stookey, Tom Paxton, Schooner Fare and Gordon Bok.<\/p>\n

Daughter of first generation, Irish Americans, Brooklyn, NY, native, Siusan O’Rourke is drawn to songs that speak to the emigration experience.<\/p>\n

She is joined on stage by her husband, multi-instrumentalist & songwriter, Zig Zeitler. Together, they\u2019ve been nominated 3 times by the Irish Music Association for Best Duo in the United States, the UK and Ireland. Their last CD, Chance the Arm, named Celtic Album of the Year in 2014, by Irish radio show; Celtic Echoes.<\/p>\n

General admission tickets are $15 and can be purchased through Eventbrite.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Homegrown Productions (HGP) started as a fundraiser to help support the Wilson Center Auditorium renovations in 2006. The inaugural production, \u201cA St. Johns Home Companion\u201d was met with rave reviews and set the stage for a respected community theatre\u2014and Homegrown Productions has been a regularly performing theatre group since. We anticipate hosting three productions in the 2022-2023 season.<\/em><\/p>\n

Homegrown Productions strives to provide a world-class theatre experience in a small town. Casting and auditions for Homegrown Productions are open to anyone who wishes to be part of the Homegrown community, no experience necessary.<\/p>\n

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Clinton Transit launches convenient new Mobile App<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Clinton Transit\u2019s new mobile app makes it even easier for Clinton County residents to schedule curb-to-curb transportation. The new app, available on the App Store or Google Play by searching for \u201cClinton Transit,\u201d allows registered users to manage their ride schedules at any time using a smart phone or mobile device.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are excited that our riders can now enjoy the convenience that our mobile app provides,\u201d says MaLissa Schutt, Executive Director. \u201cRiders have the option of managing their rides using the app while Clinton Transit\u2019s skilled dispatchers stand ready to assist riders with their scheduling needs as well.\u201d<\/p>\n

Riders will need to register to use the app in advance of their first ride by completing the form available at mybluebus.com\/sign-up<\/span><\/a> or by calling the dispatch office at 989.224.8127, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It may take up to one business day for new accounts to be reviewed and processed. Riders under the age of 18 will also need to have a parent or guardian submit an Unaccompanied Youth Rider Registration form two weeks prior to their first ride.<\/p>\n

For a limited time new riders can take their first round-trip ride for free upon successful registration. The free-ride credit will be applied to the passenger\u2019s account.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re continually evaluating how we can improve access to transportation within our community,\u201d says Schutt. \u201cWe know that mobility paves the way for a more vibrant and thriving community.\u201d<\/p>\n

The new technology roll out comes on the heels of recent announcements that Clinton Transit has added extended weekday hours through 9 p.m. and weekday walk-on rides<\/span><\/a> between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. from select locations, along with Saturday service which began in April 2021. The Blue Bus celebrated its 20th anniversary last year.<\/p>\n

Established in 2001, Clinton Transit has been providing curb-to-curb service to meet the needs of all Clinton County residents. Fondly known as the Blue Bus, the on-demand transit system responds to ride requests and provides safe, reliable transportation to all county residents. This creates a more connected, accessible and vibrant Clinton County. For more information on the Blue Bus, visit mybluebus.com<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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The Easter Bunny is coming April 16<\/strong><\/p>\n

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It might be cold, but spring is just around the corner and so is the annual St. Johns Easter Egg Hunt. The St. Johns Lions Club has taken over hosting this annual event for the community. It will take place on Saturday, April 16, 2022.<\/p>\n

The annual City of St. Johns Easter Egg Hunt, now sponsored by the St. Johns Lions Club with support from many local contributors, will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2022 – rain or shine – at the St. Johns City Park.<\/p>\n

Due to Covid, there will be no face painting this year; however kids will be able to request their favorite balloon animal and the Easter Bunny will be at the event for photo opportunities. These activities will take place in the pavilion beginning at 12:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

The City Police siren will sound at 1:00 p.m. to start the “organized mayhem.” The area around the pavilion will be sectioned off in the following age groups: 3-4, 5-6, 7-8, and 9-10. Kids under the age of 3 may pick up an egg in the pavilion. Only kids are allowed in the Egg Patch. No Adults Please.<\/em><\/p>\n

There is one egg in each age group that has a special ticket in it to win an Easter Basket filled with goodies, so open your eggs while you are there to claim your prize. The baskets will be available for pick-up in the pavilion.<\/p>\n

Please recycle your eggs at the event. There will be recycling containers around the Egg Patch and near the pavilion. A recycling container also will be available at the Lions Recycling Center located at 605 N. Swegles Street in St. Johns.<\/p>\n

For more information please contact Lion Nancy at (989) 307-9872.<\/p>\n

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2022 SJYBA Online Registration is now open<\/strong><\/p>\n

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St. Johns Youth Baseball Association online registration is now open for all recreational boys\/ girls baseball and softball leagues.<\/p>\n

All Travel Baseball and Softball players that made each travel team last Fall must be registered and paid ASAP so paid tournaments and leagues fees can be paid out.<\/p>\n

Please log on to our website www.sjyba.com<\/span><\/a> to register.<\/p>\n

Any questions or concerns please email us at sjybabaseball@yahoo.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Get your Irish on with a fundraiser dinner March 12<\/strong><\/p>\n

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American Legion Post 153 is hosting a Corned Beef And Cabbage Fundraiser Dinner on Saturday, March 12, 2022.<\/p>\n

The menu includes Corned Beef with Cabbage, Potatoes, Carrots, Onions; Salad; Rolls; Desserts for $15.00.<\/p>\n

Serving times are from 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. or until the meal is all gone. Takeout available by calling 989-224-7282 after 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Proceeds benefit the 8th District Leadership Development Fund.<\/p>\n

The Legion Hall is located at 110 E. Walker St. in St. Johns.<\/p>\n

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Death & Lighthouses on the Great Lakes at the Briggs<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Briggs District Library will host a one hour and 30 minute event on Thursday, April 21 from 6:30-8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Losing one\u2019s life while tending to a Great Lakes lighthouse \u2014 or any navigational beacon anywhere in the world for that matter \u2014 sadly wasn\u2019t such an unusual occurrence. The likelihood of drowning while at sea or becoming injured while on the job ultimately leading to death were somewhat common back in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century. Death by murder, suicide or other unnatural and tragic causes, while rare, are not unheard of. In fact more than dozen lighthouse keepers around the Great Lakes met their maker at the hands of others \u2013 by fire, poisoning, bludgeoning and other unknown means. A handful of these keepers, either because of depression or sheer loneliness, took their own lives. A few we may never know the true story, as the deaths now 100 or more years ago, weren\u2019t subjected to the forensic scrutiny that such crimes are given today.<\/p>\n

In the pages of Death & Lighthouses of the Great Lakes: A History of Misfortune & Murder<\/em> \u2013 coming out in March 2022 from the History Press \u2013 you\u2019ll find an amalgamation of true crime details, media coverage and historical research which brings the stories to life\u2026despite the deaths of those featured.<\/p>\n

You may pre-order your autographed copy here<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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