Kindergarten Registration scheduled for March 14<\/strong><\/p>\n St. Johns Public Schools offers all day, everyday kindergarten. Children who will be 5 years old on or by September 1, 2019 are eligible to attend school in the fall. Students turning 5 after September 2, 2019 up until December 1, 2019 will have an opportunity to attend this program this fall.<\/p>\n For more information visit the website<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n Laser tag is March 16<\/strong><\/p>\n Bring the family and join the City of St. Johns Recreation Department Saturday March 16 from 4-8 pm as we bring laser tag to the Wilson Center Gym. Each session will last 1 hour, participants will be divided into four teams of 10, or less, where they will play against the other 3 teams.<\/p>\n Team will be made up by those who pre-register and pay in advanced. Those who don\u2019t pre-register and pay in advance are not guaranteed a spot. You may request someone that has already registered to be on your team or get a team of 10 and sign up. The minimum age for this activity is 8 years old, and adults can partake in the fun as well! Children under the age of 12 must have a parent or guardian (18 and over) on site with them during that session.<\/p>\n The cost of this activity is $12 per participant, St. Johns School District Residents can register anytime, and Non-District Residents can register starting March 3. The deadline to register for this activity is March 14th or until full. Drop in will be allowed only if there is room.<\/p>\n For more information about this activity or to register online visit our website at: http:\/\/cityofstjohnsmi.com\/Departments\/Parks-Recreation<\/span><\/a>. If you have any question about this activity or any other recreation program, contact the recreation department at (989)224-8944 ext 228 or 227 email bblackmon@ci.saint-johns.mi.us<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n Loomis Brothers Jamboree is March 3<\/strong><\/p>\n The Eureka Church will be hosting a Loomis Brothers Jamboree Sunday, March 3, 2019 beginning at 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Bring your family and friends and enjoy an evening of gospel music.<\/p>\n Eureka Church, 2619 E. Maple Rapids Road, Eureka.<\/p>\n Briggs District Library News<\/strong><\/p>\n “Weather” You Like It or Not!<\/em> – Themed Program for ages 4-6 (independent listeners), Monday, April 8th, 6:30-7:30pm. Join us for an hour of “weather” stories, sound effects, experiments, movement + lots of fun! Registration is required and opens on Monday, March 11th.<\/p>\n Play-Doh Play Time<\/em> – Plenty of creative fun to be had on Monday, April 15, 6:30-7:30 pm. Registration is appreciated and begins on Monday, March 18th. *NOTE: this program will be held at Lowe United Methodist Church, 5484 W. Lowe Rd., St. Johns.<\/p>\n Easter Egg Hunt<\/em> – Children ages 2-5 accompanied by an adult are invited to join us for an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 13, 10:30-11:30 am. We provide a decorated egg carton for the children to find a dozen eggs with prizes inside hidden somewhere in the Library. This program also includes a story, craft and game. Registrations is required and opens on Saturday, March 16th.<\/p>\n Spring Break Programs<\/em> – Drop in and “Make It and Take It Crafts” on Tuesday, March 26th and “LEGO Building” on Wednesday, March 27th. Both programs will be available from 10:00-11:30am or 2:30-4pm. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration necessary.<\/p>\n Cartoon and Craft<\/em> – Children ages 6-9 are invited to join us on Monday, April 1st, 6:30-7:30pm for an evening of fun where we will watch a short cartoon and make a special surprise to take home. Registration is required and begins Monday, March 4th.<\/p>\n Euchre Club<\/em> – This is a fun, free, social club, with no buy-in or cost to play. Seating is limited, so advance registration is required, and you can register as an individual or as partners. We play round robin-style, so registered partners will play together the first round, but new partnerships will be formed in each round thereafter. Our next meeting is Friday, March 22 from 6:00-9:00.<\/p>\n March is Reading Month<\/em> – We’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Very Hungry Caterpillar with stories, snacks, crafts, and games all related to author Eric Carle! Three programs to choose from on Tuesday, March 5 (ages 3-4), March 12 (ages 5-6), and March 19 (ages 5-9), 6:30-7:30. Registration will be required for all programs and is currently open.<\/p>\n Maker Program<\/em> – Our next afterschool maker program is all about fandom! On Wednesday, March 20 from 3:30-5:00, tweens and teens ages 10 and up can make their own fandom-themed silhouette jar. Hamilton or Harry Potter, fairies or stars, whatever it is you geek can be celebrated at this free program. This is a self-directed program, so participants are free to create for the full 90 minutes, but are free to leave when their project is complete. Registration for this program is required, and is now open.<\/p>\n Toddler Storytime<\/em> “Puppet Play and Stuffie Fun” – ages 2-3 with adult participation. Each week we will enjoy a different theme with stuffed animals and puppets. There will be stories, music, crafts, movement and activities that go with each week’s theme. The 6-week session runs March 21st – April 25th. You can choose between Thursday mornings, 10:30-11am or Thursday evenings, 6:30-7pm. Registration is required and open now.<\/p>\n Tweens<\/em> – We will be crafting with duct tape at our next Tween program! Tweens ages 9-12 can join us on Tuesday, March 26 from 6:30-7:30 when we will work together to make simple duct tape crafts. Registration for this free program is required, and is now open.<\/p>\n Chef’s Surprise<\/em> – Budding chefs ages 7-10 can join us Wednesday, March 27th, 10:30-Noon, when we will learn to make some blow your mind breakfast. Registration is required for this program and will begin February 27th.<\/p>\n Bookaholics Book Club<\/em> – Our “Books and Films” theme continues in March when we will read Forrest Gump by Winston Groom. Copies of the book are now available. The club meets Thursday, March 21 at 6:30 in the bay window seating area of the library.<\/p>\n Tales to Tails<\/em> – 15 minute sessions for children ages 6-12 to practice reading aloud to Ruger, a certified therapy dog. Ruger will be at the library the following Thursday evenings from 6:30-7:30: 3\/14 and 3\/28, 4\/11 and 4\/25, 5\/9 and 5\/23. Registration is required and open at this time.<\/p>\n Connections<\/em> – Patrons needing help with OverDrive\/Libby, RBDigital, or any of the library’s other e-services will be able to come to the library for drop-in tech help each Wednesday from 2:00-3:00pm.<\/p>\n Library Closure <\/em>– The Library will be closed on Wednesday March 13, 2019 for staff training. The drop box on the Library porch will be available for returns throughout this closure.<\/p>\n For more program information or to register, visit the library’s website www.briggsdistrictlibrary.org<\/span><\/a> or Facebook page or call (989)224-4702.<\/p>\n ******<\/p>\n Contact Information:<\/p>\n Library Director: Sara Morrison Rep. Filler sets local coffee hours<\/strong><\/p>\n State Rep. Graham Filler has announced his next set of local coffee hours. Continuing Filler\u2019s goal of holding them on the second Friday of each month, the local in-district meeting will be held on Friday, March 8 at 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Big Boy, 1408 Old U.S. 27 in St. Johns.<\/p>\n \u201cMy first set of coffee hours in February featured productive discussion and a great opportunity to connect with residents of our community,\u201d Filler said. \u201cI look forward to continuing these meetings throughout the year. Remaining open and accessible to you is one of my top priorities as your state representative.\u201d<\/p>\n No appointments are necessary to attend office hours. Those unable to attend can contact Rep. Filler by phone at (517) 373-1778 or by email at GrahamFiller@house.mi.gov<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n Grand Valley State University Dean\u2019s List<\/strong><\/p>\n Grand Valley State University announces the names of students who were placed on the dean\u2019s Saint Johns<\/em>: Samuel J. Beagle; Madison V Berridge; Mary G. Billips; Makaila L. Fike; Megan E. Goerge; Elizabeth A. Henry; Brian L. Hufnagel; Lucas R. Jandernoa; Elizabeth R. Kebler; Dylan J. Kernohan; Damian N. Martinez; Riley A. McCann; Abigail O. Murray; Gabrielle A. Ponze; Lauren N. Quaderer; Nicole M. Rademacher; Megan K. Soros; Olivia M. Trombley; Ashley P. Van Ells; Abigail G. Williams<\/p>\n Dewitt<\/em>: Cassidy M. Anderson; Avery M. Armstrong; Jonathon P. Butler; Hailey N. Ciesluk; Mason J. Cordes; Kristy A. Gomez; Dayton J. Hammon; Dawson W. Heath; Brendan R. Kahl; Ryan E. Madar; Maria L. Moss; Megan T. Scott; Philip M. Sheridan; Madison A. Sjolund; Davis W. Straus; Kristen M. Strojny; Nicholas G. Vanis; Ellie E. Willemin<\/p>\n Elsie<\/em>: Brandon J. Meisel<\/p>\n Fowler<\/em>: Katherine E. Cole; Kalli N. Feldpausch; Olivia A. Groves; Emily R. Spitzley<\/p>\n Laingsburg<\/em>: Alexandra N. Dartt; Grace E. Freels; Chloe L. Keener; Emma C. Ludlow; Nathan T. Mentus; Andrew W. Regan; Elizabeth A. Young<\/p>\n Westphalia<\/em>: Trenton C. Barker; Olivia R. Nurenberg; Lucas A. Pohl; Kayla P. Spitzley<\/p>\n Moolenaar Announces March Office Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n Congressman John Moolenaar announced office hours to be held by constituent relations representatives at locations throughout the Fourth District. The purpose of the office hours is to help residents in need of assistance with a federal agency, like the IRS and the VA.<\/p>\n Office hours have been held monthly and are held when Congressman Moolenaar is in Washington voting on legislation.<\/p>\n March 14 – 1:30-2:30 PM, Clinton County Courthouse, Garden Level Conference Room “A” 100 East State Street, Saint Johns, MI 48879<\/p>\n MMDHD Calendar<\/strong> – March, 2019<\/p>\n Family Planning Clinic Schedule<\/em><\/p>\n The Mid-Michigan District Health Department’s Family Planning Clinics provide confidential care to men and women in need of contraception and reproductive health services. Charges for services and supplies are based on income. The Family Planning Clinics are scheduled as follows:<\/p>\n Mid-Michigan District Health Department March 5: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ****New Clinic in Shiawassee County***<\/p>\n March 14: 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n In the basement of the District Court Building, 110 E Mack St., Corunna<\/p>\n For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n Hearing & Vision Screening Clinic<\/em><\/p>\n Vision screening is required for all children entering kindergarten. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing, as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 227-3125, Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n WIC Benefit Pick-Up Schedule<\/em><\/p>\n Pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children up to 5 years old may be eligible for free food through the WIC (Women, Infants & Children) program. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department WIC Benefit Pick-up Clinics are scheduled as follows:<\/p>\n March 6, For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n “In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”<\/p>\n Immunization Clinic<\/em><\/p>\n The Mid-Michigan District Health Department Immunization Clinics are to be held as follows:<\/p>\n Mid-Michigan District Health Department March 4: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n March 11: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m<\/p>\n March 13: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n March 18: 9 a.m. 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.<\/p>\n March 25: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Immunizations will be available for adults and children eight weeks of age through adulthood, appointments are preferred. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Kindergarten Registration scheduled for March 14 St. Johns Public Schools offers all day, everyday kindergarten. 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\nMarch 26: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m..<\/p>\n
\nMarch 11: Mid-Michigan District Health Department, 1307 E. Townsend Road in St. Johns, from 9 a.m. to Noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
\nMarch 27: at Valley Farms Baptist Church, 1141 E State Rd, Lansing,
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