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My Town Belding: Ionia County Health Department offers free parent class

Submitted by Anonymous on Sunday, November 23rd, 8:00 am
My Town Belding: Ionia County Health Department offers free parent class

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IONIA COUNTY, Mich.- Guiding today's young people through adolescence is no easy task.

Is your teen pushing your buttons? Not sure how to handle it? The good news is you are not alone! The Ionia County Substance Abuse Initiative (ICSAI) is here to help you make the most of staying ahead of the game and find common ground with your teen. Shoulder to Shoulder is dedicated to helping make your job easier by connecting fellow parents and caregivers, and sharing the insight of those who have been there before. Whether you're looking to help fellow parents or get help from fellow parents and other organizations, the Shoulder to Shoulder Training is a good fit for you.

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Scholastic Clay Target Program Open House on November 9

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Friday, November 7th, 2014, 8:00am
Scholastic Clay Target Program Open House on November 9

The Flat River Conservation Club in Greenville invites the public to this skeet shooting Open House!

Sunday, November 9 from 2pm-4pm, guests will have the opportunity to meet members of the Flat River SCTP team, have the chance for Q & A, along with being present to watch shooting demonstrations by Two -Time National Champions at 2:00pm & 3:00pm. (In the case of inclement weather, this event will be postponed until Spring!)

Flat River Conservation Club is located 8 Miles North of Greenville on M-91

For more information, visit: www.flatriver.org.

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Flat River Library Special Event November 18, 2014

Submitted by Kal Kamyszek, Blogger, receptionist and cook
Thursday, November 6th, 2014, 1:30pm
Flat River Library Special Event November 18, 2014

If you are looking for an interesting and informative evening, plan on attending this event in Greenville, MI on November 18th at the Flat River Library, located at 200 W. Judd from 6 – 8pm.

Michigan’s Orphan Train is about 12,500 orphans from New York City and the Boston area, who were taken from the streets and placed in Michigan from 1854 – 1927. Many of these children were never actually adopted but were used as teenage labor.

Join in the research with historians and television producers, Al and David Eicher, who will share details about this obscure time in Michigan’s history.

The event is sponsored by the Friends of the Flat River Community Library. Admission is free but if you would like more information, contact Tim West at gretjw@flatriverlibrary.org

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St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish Will Host Juried Arts and Crafts Show With 1,000 Items Nov. 14-15

Submitted by Pam Mettler, Writer, Book Reviewer and Marketing Consultant
Thursday, October 9th, 2014, 10:19pm

GRAND HAVEN, Mich., OCT. 10, 2014―Over 1,000 arts and crafts items from among 50 vendors will be featured for the general public and Christmas shoppers during the St. Patrick―St. Anthony Parish Juried Arts & Crafts Show.  The event will be held Friday, November 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, November 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the parish Family Center.

 

St. Patrick―St. Anthony Parish is located at 920 Fulton Street, directly off Highway 31 in Grand Haven.  Anyone is welcome to attend and there is no charge for admission.

 

The parish’s “MOM’s Group” will put on a festive luncheon both days, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Attendees may choose from among a display of hearty soups, salads, quiche and desserts available.

 

“We are encouraging anyone to come and make it a ladies day outing, as this event coincides with the opening day of deer-hunting season,” said Ellen Valdez, St.

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Human Trafficking Awareness Event in Greenville

Submitted by Kal Kamyszek, Blogger, receptionist and cook
Tuesday, September 30th, 2014, 1:31pm
Human Trafficking Awareness Event in Greenville

The Women's Action Network and Greenville Community Church present "The Slave Across the Street." Theresa Flores, the author of this book and a suvivor of human trafficking, will be the featured speaker. Come and listen to her story along with updates from Senator Judy Emmons on Michigan's Human Trafficking Legislation.

Location and Time: Monday, October 6, 2014 at 6:00pm. Admission is free. For additional information and questions, please call, Jennifer Iteen at 616-835-6937. website: http://womensanction.net

Greenville Community Church, 6596 Vining Rd. in Greenville, MI.

Learn important tips and guidelines about teens and internet safety.

 

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My Town Belding: Citywide garage sale starts Sept. 19

Submitted by Anonymous on Thursday, September 18th, 7:00 am
My Town Belding: Citywide garage sale starts Sept. 19

BELDING, Mich.—Bargain hunters beware- a citywide garage sale is happening in Belding this weekend.

The event will take place Friday, Sept. 19 and Saturday, Sept. 20 on 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  The city will provide maps for free to interested sellers. 

Each map includes the location of registered garage sale sites, as well as some of the items at each sale.

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St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish to Dedicate Hand-Crafted Peace Pole

Submitted by Pam Mettler, Writer, Book Reviewer and Marketing Consultant
Wednesday, September 17th, 2014, 10:46pm
St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish to Dedicate Hand-Crafted Peace Pole

GRAND HAVEN, MICH., SEPT. 18, 2014―In observance of United Nations’ “International Day of Peace” worldwide, the general public is invited to a local observance at St. Patrick―St. Anthony Parish to join in the dedication of a hand-crafted Peace Pole on Sunday, September 21st at 4 p.m. on the outdoor south side of the church, at 920 Fulton Avenue in Grand Haven.

“Pope Francis has asked all people to observe the upcoming International Day of Peace no matter whether they attend church or not and we welcome anyone who is interested to join us as we dedicate this long-lasting monument to peace,” said Sally Moser, an International Day of Peace event organizer with St. Patrick-St.

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