{"id":723,"date":"2018-04-26T20:59:02","date_gmt":"2018-04-27T00:59:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stjindy.com\/?p=723"},"modified":"2018-04-26T20:59:02","modified_gmt":"2018-04-27T00:59:02","slug":"latest-news-10","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stjindy.com\/newindy\/?p=723","title":{"rendered":"Latest News"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>St. Johns Athletic Boosters hold fundraiser<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bSaFhZNM5xc\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p align=\"right\"><font face=\"Arial\" size=\"2\" color=\"#000000\"><i> &#8211; album by Maralyn Fink<\/i><\/font><\/p>\n<p>Last weekend the St. Johns Athletic Booster Ford Test Drive Fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the high school parking lot. This was the one fundraiser the boosters hold each year with a possibility of earning $8,000 for St. Johns High School athletics.<\/p>\n<p>Drivers had to be at least 18 years of age, and there was a limit of one test drive per household. New this year was that each sport program had the opportunity to earn up to $250 and a pizza party.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>16th Annual Springtime Community Festival<\/strong> &#8211; May 12<\/p>\n<p>On Saturday, May 12 the Clinton County Chamber of Commerce will hold its 16th Annual Springtime Community Festival. It will be held at the CCRESA Building at 1013 S US 27 in St. Johns. Included will be a Craft Show with over 60 vendors (9am-3pm), Touch a Truck (9am-Noon), Car Cruise In from Noon-3 p.m. and Free Kids Crafts from 9 a.m.-3.p.m. Many businesses and non-profits will also be on hand from 9 a.m.-3.p.m.<\/p>\n<p>The day starts out with treat bags given out to the first 50 adults that attend at 9am. Then an additional 50 bags will be given out to adults that arrive at 1pm. Also, everyone attending will have the opportunity to register for free door prizes that will be given out every \u00bd hour. Finally, every time you make a purchase from a vendor between 1-2:30 pm you will get your name entered into a drawing to win a special prize.<\/p>\n<p>The prizes given out throughout the day will not be just for adults. There will be plenty for kids too. And, children can make free crafts throughout the day and experience all the great vehicles in the parking lot in the morning.<\/p>\n<p>The St. Johns Community Band will provide musical entertainment from Noon to 1 pm and a DJ will be at the Car Cruise In from 1-3pm. Lunch, from the Clinton County Senior Center will include Sloppy Joes, Nachos and Hotdogs.<\/p>\n<p>If you have a classic vehicle you would like to show off, bring it to the Car Cruise In between 12-3pm. Dash plagues and goodie bags will be given to the first 50 registrations.<\/p>\n<p>The event is sponsored by the Clinton County Chamber of Commerce, along with Sparrow Clinton Hospital of St. Johns. Additional sponsors will be recognized at the event. Please contact the chamber if you are interested in booth space, or if you have any specific questions about the event. The Chamber can be reached at 989-224-7248 or email them at <a href=\"mailto:ccchamber@4wbi.net\">ccchamber@4wbi.net<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Prayer Walk is April 28 at St. Johns and Ovid-Elsie high schools<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All area residents are invited to participate in a Prayer Walk this Saturday, April 28, from 9 to 11 a.m. where participants will lift up students, teachers and all district staff in prayer for &#8220;Help From Above for Our Schools Today.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Participants will meet near the main entrance at St. Johns High School and at the gym entrance at Ovid-Elsie High School, walking around the exterior of each building in silent or quiet prayer. While the concept for the Prayer Walk originated at Duplain Church of Christ the walk is not limited to its parish members, says Prayer Walk organizer Ron Simpson.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We see this as a true community effort,&#8221; Simpson says, noting that flyers about the walk have been circulated at churches and other places in both the St. Johns and Ovid-Elsie areas. &#8220;We also met with school administrators from both districts and solicited their input on prayer topics, and have provided information on the Prayer Walk to the Clinton County Sheriff Department and St. Johns City Police Department.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Simpson first learned about the idea from a booklet called &#8220;Prayer Connect&#8221; where the program was initiated in Arizona. &#8220;It grew from there to other sites around the U.S.,&#8221; he says. &#8220;Our ultimate goal is that other communities in Michigan will promote similar Prayer Walks and it will go state-wide.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>For detailed information or questions about the Prayer Walk call Simpson at (989) 224-2044.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Clinton County Democratic Party Spring Fundraiser <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Clinton County Democratic Party will hold their Spring fundraiser on Friday, May 4 at Hawk Hollow Banquet Center &#8211; Lakeview Room 15101 Chandler Road, Bath, MI.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/stjindy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/tess1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"175\" height=\"200\" class=\"alignright size-full wp-image-726\" \/>Come celebrate the &#8220;Blue Wave&#8221; with many of your congressional, statewide and local candidates, including gubernatorial candidates Gretchen Whitmer and Abdul EI\u00b7Sayed.<\/p>\n<p>Special guest Tessa Link, St. Johns H.S. Sophomore, will share <em>I Stand Here<\/em>, a statement on gun violence in school.<\/p>\n<p>6:00 pm &#8211; Cash Bar and Social Hour<br \/>\n7:00 pm &#8211; Dinner<\/p>\n<p>Admission is $50\/individual &#8211; $95\/couple &#8211; $35\/Student (18 and under) Reservations must be paid for in advance.<\/p>\n<p>For more information please contact: info@clintoncountydemocrats.org or call 517-512-9555.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Pool and Summer Programs set to begin June 18<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Starting June 18th come cool off in the St. Johns High School pool. The pool will be open Monday-Thursday for adult lap swim, swim lessons and Tuesday-Thursday for open swim. Aqua Therapy\/Lap Swim is held on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30 am \u2013 10:30 am, evening lap swim is held Monday and Wednesday nights from 8:30 pm- 9:30 pm, early morning lap swim is held Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 5:00 am \u2013 6:00 am. Open Swim is Tuesday-Thursday 1:45-4:45 pm. Join us on Wednesdays, June 20, 27, July 11, 18, 25, and\u00a0August 1, two for one pricing for Open Swim. Swim lessons start on June 18 with morning and evening sessions available, consult City website for a listing of class times and sessions. Classes will fill up fast so do not miss out on an opportunity to get yourself into a class that works for you.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/stjindy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/ballfield1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-727\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The City of St. Johns is excited to offer area youth over 15 summer recreational programs. Run by the City Recreational Department, various programs are available to children in grades K-5th and camps begin June 18th. Our afternoon programs will include a trip to Sleepy Hollow State Park, where students will be fishing, geocaching, and participating in archery depending on what program they sign up for. Your child will have fun learning some basic survival techniques in our Survival Camp, explore the deep blue sea and take a trip to the high school pool in Under the Sea Camp, discover their superpower in our Superhero Camp, become a Jr. Firefighter and work on the FUNdamentals of gymnastics, football, basketball, tennis, volleyball, soccer camps, and much more. Deadline to register for these programs is the Thursday before the camp is supposed to start.<\/p>\n<p>For a complete listing of recreation programs with descriptions, dates, prices, and swim level please visit the city website at <a href=\"http:\/\/cityofstjohnsmi.com\/Departments\/ParksandRecreation\/YouthPrograms.aspx\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/cityofstjohnsmi.com\/Departments\/ParksandRecreation\/YouthPrograms.aspx<\/a>. If you are interested in signing up for any of our programs, the registration forms can be picked up in the City Offices, downloaded off our web site or you can register online. Any questions can be answered by calling the Recreation Department at 224-8944 ext. 227 or 228 or by emailing <a href=\"mailto:bblackmon@ci.saint-johns.mi.us\">bblackmon@ci.saint-johns.mi.us<\/a>. Like them on Facebook at City of St Johns Recreation<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Special Olympics Area 28 Golf Scramble is June 16<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Mark your calendars June 16, 2018 for the 22nd annual Special Olympics Area 28 (Clinton County) Golf Scramble at the Emerald Golf Course \u2013 Continental breakfast, 18 holes with cart, luncheon, raffles, prizes\u2026 all for only a $70 entry fee!<\/p>\n<p>We are looking for golfers and sponsors to make this outing a success. The money raised helps pay for equipment, uniforms, transportation and much more. Area 28 wants to reach out and include as many children and adults with intellectual disabilities in Special Olympics as possible. In order to do so, we need community support.<\/p>\n<p>Sponsorships are available. All sponsors names will be posted at the golf scramble.<\/p>\n<p>Platinum Sponsor: $100 or more. Gold (Hole) Sponsor: $75-$99. Silver (Tee) Sponsor: $50-$74. Bronze (Cart) Sponsor: $25-$49. Donation\/Item Sponsor: $_____ (Item value or $ under $25).<\/p>\n<p>They will also raffle off a handmade Hunter&#8217;s knife made by a local craftsman, who is also a parent of an Area 28 athlete. Tickets are $5 each.<\/p>\n<p>Special Olympics Michigan is a year-round sports training and athletic competition program for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Athletes are given continuing opportunities to develop new skills and physical fitness; boost self-confidence; and build relationships with family and friends.<\/p>\n<p>All Special Olympics programs and activities are provided at no cost to the athletes and their families. There is no state or federal funding. Area 28 is run strictly by volunteers and relies upon the generosity of contributions.<\/p>\n<p>Although sports is the \u201cvehicle\u201d, the ultimate goal of Special Olympics is to help persons with intellectual disabilities participate and receive respect as members of their communities. Please help our athletes reach this goal! Your support is very much appreciated.<\/p>\n<p>For further information, to reserve your team or to become a sponsor, please contact Area 28 Representative Robyn Monville at 989.224.7021, or Area 28 Director Debbie Cornell at 517.669.7704 or via email at <a href=\"mailto:area28@somi.org\">area28@somi.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>It&#8217;s all a Matter of Balance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/stjindy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/balance.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"450\" height=\"166\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-729\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls is an interactive workshop which promotes the belief that falling and fears about falling are controllable. It aims to reduce fall risk, increase physical activity, and reduce fears about falling. Includes an exercise program designed to increase balance, strength, coordination, and stability. Caregivers and significant others are encouraged to sign up and attend as active participants.<\/p>\n<p>The workshop sessions will be held at Grave Haven Assisted Living, 1507 Glastonbury Dr. St. Johns, MI on Tuesdays, May 8 \u2013 June 26, 2018 from 10:00 am \u2013 12:00 noon<\/p>\n<p>This workshop is free of charge, but donations are accepted ($25 suggested donation, but it is not required).<\/p>\n<p>Pre-registration is required. To register, call Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>St. Johns Athletic Boosters hold fundraiser &#8211; album by Maralyn Fink Last weekend the St. Johns Athletic Booster Ford Test Drive Fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the high school parking lot. 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