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Always the Bridesmaid? You CanWear the Dresses Again

(NewsUSA) - And youll be able to wear it again! is a phrase often used aroundbridesmaids dresses. Because a ridiculouslyexpensive lime-green taffeta shepherdessgown is appropriate for almost any occasion,and the Peter Pan collar is poised to make acomeback any century now.

If youre one of the many women who haspiles of Pepto-Bismol-colored rufes stuffedin the back of her closet, never fear -; you willbe able to wear that dress again. Host an oldbridesmaids dress party, and the good timesmay even blot out the embarrassment of havinghad to wear that dress in the rst place.

Where to start? The concept is simple -- inviteall of your girlfriends over, and tell them to wear

their most hideous bridesmaid dress. Not onlywill you get to rewear the bridesmaids dressesof weddings past, youll also get to laugh atsome of the more hideous outts. Note: if youwere a bridesmaid at a friends wedding, either dont invite her or try not to wear the dress shechose, even if it does include a tutu and puffedsleeves.

dding an inexpensive spin to classic elegances the way to go. Skip the chips and dip in favor f a fruit-and-cheese platter. For a refreshing

wist on champagne, the traditional weddingibation, pick up a few bottles of a fruit- avoredparkling wine. Arbor Mist (arbormist.com),hich is known for fruit and wine combinations

ike Strawberry White Zinfandel and BlackberryMerlot, has recently released a line of sparklingwines. Both the Peach Sparkle and theRaspberry Sparkle combine light and crispsparkling wine with natural fruit, creating theperfect refreshment for a get-together with your girlfriends.

For entertainment, ask each woman to tell thestory behind her bridesmaid dress. You canalso have fun playing a wedding-themed roundof Pictionary or charades. You can also holda vote to nd out, for once and for all, whichone of you had to endure the wearing the worstbridesmaid dress.

For more information about Arbor Mist wines,

visit www.arbormist.com.

World Trade Center beamwill rise again

Sept. 11 memorial to be installed later thismonth at DPS

BIG RAPIDS After two years of e-mails,phone calls and one trip to New York City, BigRapids Public Safety Deputy Director WarrenHansens vision of installing a piece of theWorld Trade Center in front of the DPS bui ldingwill soon come to fruition.

n 8-foot long structural H-beam from theorld Trade Center will be put on permanent

isplay in front of the DPS building at the end of he month. DPS is waiting for electrical wire toe installed for lighting before pouring concrete

o mount the beam.

We feel really special to have this piece of istory here in Big Rapids, Hansen said. Toe able to put it out in front of our building is aery personal thing. Our reghters and policefcers relate to it on a real personal level.

ansen worked with the Port Authority of Nework and New Jersey for about two years tobtain the beam. The piece of the Twin Towersas provided free of charge, as long as it was

or a municipality or nonprot organization andisplayed as a public memorial. Hansen drove

o New York City in April to bring the beam toig Rapids.

DPS had Simonds International cut one end of the beam on an 11-degree angle so it could bestood up on end. The beam was then taken toFerris State University in July, where instructorswelded the 2,800-pound beam to a 3-foot by2-foot 1-inch thick steel base.

The walkway leading up to DPS front door hasbeen torn up in preparation for the monument.Once mounted in front of DPS, pieces of brokenconcrete will be stacked around the base toresemble the wreckage of the towers.

When I rst started looking at this thing, it gaveme goosebumps, said Ferris welding professor Dave Murray. Its awesome to be able to be apart of this project.

Starting this fall, Ferris welding students willresearch the beam to discover where it wasforged and where it was located in one of thetowers.

We (the instructors) think we can pretty muchgure out where this beam was, but were goingto do the research as a student activity, Murraysaid. Because this H-beam is so unique to thedesign of the building, I think students are goingto nd out where it was located pretty easily.

Although the beam has been in Big Rapidssince April, Hansen is still awestruck by itspresence.

It was our brothers and sisters that lost their lives out there that day in New York, Hansensaid. This is going to be a really good reminder every day of how proud we are to be reghters

and police ofcers.

Share your Sep.11 stories with the Pioneer

Where were you on Sep. 11, 2001? Whataffected you? Do you have a story to share?

The Pioneer will be collecting your stories toshare with readers.

Stories should be no longer than 200 wordsand include your name, location and a phonenumber to reach you at. Photos also arewelcome. Submissions will be accepted untilSep. 2.

Send your stories by mail to Kyle Leppek atthe Pioneer ofces at 115 N. Michigan Ave. BigRapids, MI 49307, or by e-mail at [email protected].

Get the Facts About Cataractsand Surgery

(NewsUSA) - Though cataracts are the leadingcause of vision loss worldwide, myths persistabout their cause and treatment. Cataractsaffect nearly 22 million Americans age 40and older. By age 80, more than half of all

Americans will have cataracts, according to theNational Eye Institute.

Cataracts are not preventable, but they are

treatable, said Richard P. Mills, MD, andthe best way to ensure vision stays healthyfor a lifetime is to schedule a visit with anophthalmologist. More than 90 percent of the people who have cataract surgery regainuseful vision.

As the eyes lens, located behind the pupil,grows older, its cells die and accumulate.The result is blurred vision and fuzzyimages. Eye injuries, certain medications anddiseases such as diabetes are also known tocause cataracts. In the early stages, stronger lighting and eyeglasses may lessen visionproblems caused by cataracts. But at a certainpoint, cataract surgery -- the most frequentlyperformed operation in the country -- may be

necessary. There are four common cataractmyths to dispel:

* MYTH 1: Eye drops can prevent or dissolvecataracts.

o FACT: The Food and Drug Administrationhas not approved any drops that cure or delaycataracts. Since cataracts are not a substance,there is nothing for the drops to dissolve.

* MYTH 2: Close-up tasks like reading or sewing make cataracts worse.

o FACT: Cataracts are not caused by howpeople use their eyes. However, cataractslikely become more noticeable during closework. One sign of a cataract is the need for more light to do the same activities.

* MYTH 3: Cataracts are reversible.

o FACT: The lens naturally clouds as it ages;this process is unavoidable and irreversible.But its progress can be slowed by quittingsmoking, eating a balanced diet and wearingsunglasses.

If you are age 65 and older and you thinkyou have cataracts, you may qualify for afree eye exam. The eye exams are providedby a program called EyeCare America, anorganization that works with nearly 7,000volunteer ophthalmologists across the U.S.and Puerto Rico. Visit www.eyecareamerica.org to see if you or a loved one qualies for this care.

Eyeing the Window to Your Health

(NewsUSA) - Some say the eyes are windows

to the soul. But did you know that the eyedisease age-related macular degeneration(AMD) can also indicate increased risk of heartattack or stroke?

EyeCare America, a public service programof the Foundation of the American Academyof Ophthalmology, is raising awareness about

AMD and its potential window to healththrough your eyes.

Imagine seeing black holes in your eld of vision instead of your family, your gardenor your favorite book. More than 10 million

Americans suffer from AMD. AMD occurs whenabnormal blood vessels grow under the eyesmacula, where the sharpest, central visionoccurs. Its the leading cause of vision loss for those 65 and older. While not curable, AMDsadvancement can be delayed and treated,leading to many more years of healthy visionfor those who detect it early through an eyeexam.

This same blood vessel damage can alsoindicate risk for heart attack or stroke -- asmuch as 8 to 10 times greater. An Australianstudy noted that among those whose healthwas followed for a number of years, subjectswith AMD had more than double the incidenceof heart attack or stroke.

Eye exams let patients know of increased risk

for other serious health problems.

EyeCare America provides eye exams at noout-of-pocket cost to people 65 and older andoffers online medication assistance information.Eye exams are provided by a corps of nearly7,000 volunteer ophthalmologists across theU.S. and Puerto Rico.

Those interested in the program can visit www.eyecareamerica.org to see if they are eligible.The organizations online referral center alsoenables friends and family members to nd outinstantly whether their loved ones are eligible tobe matched with a volunteer ophthalmologist.

EyeCare America is designed for people who

are U.S. senior citizens or legal residentswho havent seen an ophthalmologist in threeor more years. Additional information can be

found at www.eyecareamerica.org.

3 Ways to Cut Your Energy Bill

(NewsUSA) - During hotter days, the wonderfulcoolness of our air-conditioned homes iscomforting until the whopping energy billarrives. The American Lighting Associatio(ALA) offers the following easy ways to usless energy and save money.

Replace bulbs with CFLs

Switch out incandescent light bulbs witcompact uorescent versions.

A compact uorescent lamp (CFL) can providthe same amount of light as an incandescenby using only one-quarter of the electricity,explains Joe Rey-Barreau, education consultanfor the ALA and an associate professor at thUniversity of Kentuckys School of InterioDesign.

One of the great myths regarding lightintoday is that the federal government isbanning incandescent lighting, Rey-Barreausays. This is false. Incandescent lighting isnot being banned. The new legislation is onlaffecting the standard 100-watt incandescenbulb, which will no longer be sold beginning i2012. However, an incandescent bulb that usesonly 72 watts will replace it. This new bulb useshalogen incandescent technology to producemore efcient incandescent bulb.

Install ceiling fans

Install a ceiling fan in frequently occupied rooms.Ceiling fans use a fraction of the electricity oan AC unit. Therefore, the thermostat can braised six degrees -- say, to 78 degrees -- andmake a room feel as comfortable as if thambient temperature were really 72 degrees.

Utilize lighting controls

Lighting controls are an excellent option fosaving energy. It is not necessary to invest incomprehensive control system where the entir house is rewired. There are simple and lessexpensive methods for controlling light to savenergy, such as motion sensors, photocellsthat operate according to light levels, timersand dimmers.

Thanks to breaking technology, lighting hasbecome more efcient than ever before. Visian ALA-member lighting showroom to receivprofessional tips on energy-saving. To nda local ALA-member showroom, go to www.americanlightingassoc.com.

Tips to Start the School Year on theRight Track

(NewsUSA) - Back-to-school mayhem presentsa number of challenges for parents. Eacmorning there are breakfasts to make, lunchesto pack and extracurricular schedules to trac-- all while trying to get to work on time. So,

how do you navigate the morning chaos andhold onto your sanity? With these helpful tips,you can make your back-to-school morningseasier:

1. Stick to a strict bedtime schedule. Accordinto the Mayo Clinic, school-age children need10-11 hours of sleep each night. Making sur kids are well rested will help avoid oversleepinand wasted time getting them out of bed eacmorning.

2. Get prepared the night before. Pack allschool bags as soon as homework is nished,and lay out school outts prior to bedtime fothe next day.This shortens the list of morninchores and adds a few extra minutes of rest.

Also, dont wait until early morning to packrushed lunch with little nutrition value. Preparinthe night beforehand enables parents to pac

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food with nutrients and vitamins, not justpotato chips and snack packs. For even better efciency, plan lunches a week ahead.

3. Find a quick and balanced breakfast option.Not many parents have time for eggs andpancakes each morning, but there are quick,quality alternatives. Stock up on cereals thatkidswill enjoy and are high in ber, folic acid,iron, and vitamin C. Try Malt-O-Meal for familyfavorite varieties packed with whole grains. Asan added bonus, Malt-O-Meal is available inresealable bags, which reduces the amountof packaging consumers have to dispose of or recycle by 75 percent. (BagTheBox.com)

4. Make a weekly calendar of activities.Organize each family members schedule tomake sure kids are where they need to beat the correct times. Between extracurricular activities, like sports, clubs, study groups, jobsand friends, it can be a challenge to establishany sort of routine. Set up car pools in casesome events overlap. Input alerts in your phone, and set an alarm for each to avoidtemporary mental lapses.

A Bright Spot for Your Rainy-Day Savings

(NewsUSA) - Ben Franklin once declared, Apenny saved is a penny earned. Yet, equallyenlightening are his thoughts on expenses:Beware of little expenses. A small leak will sinka great ship.

nd there are plenty of leaks that can scuttlean already-tight budget. For instance, a spouseidled by the sour economy, a fender bender withthe family car, or an unexpected hospitalization.Thats why nancial advisors recommend thatyou have a rainy-day fund -- enough liquidassets to cover three to six months worth of

emergency living expenses. In case of nancialemergency, access to additional money willsave you from relying on credit cards or loansthat simply compound the problem.

When starting an emergency fund, there are afew key points to take into consideration:

1. Determine what amount is best for you. Mostexperts agree that you should keep betweenthree and six months worth of your livingexpenses set aside in your emergency fund.Your specic situation -- whether you havechildren, carry substantial debt and types of insurance coverage you have -- will determinewhat amount is best for you. Examine your situation -- your income and your needs -- todecide how much you should save.

2. Start small. Starting an emergency fund canbe as simple as depositing $100 into your high-interest savings account. But before you begin,be sure that youre meeting your basic livingexpenses. And as you build your emergencyfund, be sure youre also reducing your spending and avoiding debt.

3. Stick to a schedule. Get into the habit of making regular deposits. Whether it is weekly,bi-weekly or monthly, create a schedule andstick to it. Once you make saving automatic,you wont even have to think about it.

4. Consider an online savings account. In manycases, an online savings account may makemore sense than an account at a traditional,bricks-and-mortar bank. Thats because manytraditional banks are not currently offering asavings option with interest rates high enoughto meaningfully beat ination. In addition, anonline savings account is a reliable way tomanage your money.

AAA and Discover Bank partnered to bringmembers highly competitive rates on an onlinesavings account. The AAA Online Savings

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To open your Online Savings Account, visit AAA.com/Deposits.

Stop Bullying Before It Starts

(NewsUSA) - Whats the best way to stopa bully? Dont let him (or her) become one.Multiple studies have shown that teachingchildren positive social skills and takingproactive steps to prevent and discouragedelinquent behavior can go a long way towardpreventing bullying and providing a moreeffective learning environment.

Unfortunately, childhood bullying has becomea 24/7 problem, and the anonymity of theInternet makes it more difcult to identify andpunish bullies. But programs in which schoolsand the community work together to preventbullying and reduce disruptive behavior canmake a difference.

The benets of bullying prevention programsinclude freeing teachers to teach, insteadof spending their time disciplining students.These programs also cut down on chaos inthe classroom and foster a positive learningenvironment.

Michelle Molina, president and CEO oPeaceBuilders says that Children need tbe given the skills so they can solve thesproblems and adults need to be the guides onthe sides.

According to the nonprot organization ChildTrends, PeaceBuilders has been found twork in increasing conict resolution skills andreducing aggression and bullying.

PeaceBuilders is a program designed to fostea positive environment not only in schools, buat home and in the community. The program ialready in place in thousands of schools acrosthe United States, where it is successfully usedto prevent and decrease bullying and othedisruptive behavior.

PeaceBuilders is designed to combat bullyinearly through a combination of school-basedprograms, parent training and communitoutreach. Parents are a critical part of thprogram, ensuring that practices are duplicatedat home. The PeaceBuilders program can btailored to ages and developmental levels fropreschool through high school.

The program works by rst identifying risfactors for bullying, including violent oaggressive behavior, drug use and tobaccuse. PeaceBuilders provides tools to fostecivil behavior and to discourage disruptivbehavior. Then a roadmap is created thaincludes regularly praising children and teenfor good behavior at school and at home, whildiscouraging bad behavior. Involving parents inthe behavior improvement before adolescenchelps communities create a way of life thaencourages people to be nicer to each other.

For more information, visit www.peacebuilders.com.

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SATURDAY, AUG. 13The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap and sporting clay shoots.Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. and sporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located four miles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more info call Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is open for tours from 2 to 4 p.m. at the museum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come for food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. Pauls Campus Parish, 1Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230-4085.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371.Hunter Safety Class from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Sparta Hunting and Fishing Club.

For more information, call Morrie at (616) 678-4523.Karoake provided by Kellys Red Hot Karaoke starts at 10 p.m. at the Odyssey Club, 13460 Northland Drive, Big Rapids. For more information, call the Odyssey Friday or Saturday after 9 p.m. at (231) 796-5333 and ask for Rudy.Zumbatomic is Zumba for Kids, a Lil Starz class for children ages 4 to 7 will be offered from 3 to 3:45 p.m.; a Big Starz class is offered for children ages 8 to 12 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 323 State St.in Big Rapids. Cost is $4 per child, per class and $2 per sibling. Call Bethany Ciemnicki at (734) 626-9633 with questions.The Old Fence Rider Historical Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 222 S.Sheldon St., Edmore. For group scheduling, contact Carolyn Leonard at (989)506-2634 or Art Schiutema at (989) 427-1023. Fore more information, visit www.EdmoreChamber.com.Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Rapids Farm and Garden.Free meal at 12:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave.in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information.Healthy cooking classes from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information.Join the Mecosta County Genealogical Society from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for their open research hours. For our August Special, we will be featuring scrapbooks from the area (county wide). Lets try to gather up books from all parts of Mecosta County to learn more about our history. If you know of anyone who has scrapbooks that would loan us or let us copy, then we can make arrangements to copy them and return to the owner. Help preserve our countys history and genealogy. We are located next to Recycle! at 424 N. Fourth Ave. Great for allages or out of town guest. Fun and educational. To loan a scrapbook for that day, contact Maureen at (231) 250-5555.Wheatland Township Library Board meets at 7:30 a.m.Recycling for Morton and Austin township residents from 9 a.m. to noon at the Canadian Lakes Fire/Rescue Station located at 8260 100th Ave., Stanwood.For more information, contact the township at (231) 972-7138.

SUNDAY, AUG. 14Alcoholics Anonymous Old Jail House Group meets at 7 p.m. at 220 S. Stewart Ave. Call Darwin T. at (231) 796-8956.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michaels School in Remus. For more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H.at (989) 967- 8478.Sunday Singles Dance is from 7 to 11 p.m. in the newly remodeled room at the Goodyear Lanes and Lounge, located at the corner of M-55 and Old 27,Houghton Lake. Please enter through the door facing Old 27. Its a great place

to meet other singles and enjoy an evening of dancing to your favorite music provided by Bernadette Morley of Best Entertainment. Call (989) 539-5406 if you have any questions.Alanon meets at 7 p.m. at the Old Jail in Big Rapids; it is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics.Evart United Methodist Church youth group meets from 5 to 7 p.m. at the corner of First and Cherry streets. Fourth through 12th grade invited. Join the group for a free meal, games and fellowship.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids.Hunter Safety Class from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sparta Hunting and Fishing Club.For more information, call Morrie at (616) 678-4523.All-you-can-eat breakfast is from 8 to 11 a.m. at AMVETS Red Arrow Post 1941 in Big Rapids, it includes eggs,pancakes, potatoes and beverage for $6,sponsored by the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary.Reed City Women of the Moose monthly breakfast buffet costs $5. Proceeds go to help different charitable organizations.

MONDAY, AUG. 15Enhanced Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Bridge is at 12:45 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Schizophrenia Anonymous meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Community Mental Health, 500 S. Third Ave., Big Rapids. SA is a support group with a six-step program. Anyone with schizophrenia or mental illness is welcome to attend. For more information, call Mike B. at (231) 592-4654 or (231) 796-3553.Coffee is available at meetings.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high rise in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 796-4993.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact: Glenn C. at (231) 796-3703.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 to 11 a.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Divorce Care meetings are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at New Hope United Methodist Church, 7296 Nine Mile Road in Mecosta. The meetings cover a nonconsecutive 13-step program for getting through a divorce. New members are always welcome. Contact Sharon Gray at (231) 598-0337 or New Hope Church at (231) 972-2838 for more information.Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Mile Road

in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all summer clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serves those

who need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay for electric bills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231) 796- 1571.Crossroads Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines International meet at 6 p.m. at

the United Methodist Church, 503 S. Chestnut St., Reed City. This is a group of sisters in harmony who sing a capella barbershop songs; it is accepting new members. Come and sing and have a lot of fun. For more information, contact Diwon at (231) 592-5328.Victorious Living meets from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. It is a mental health support group. For more information, call Ronald at (231) 796-1019 or e-mail Dee at [email protected] Dance Instruction from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the back banquet room at Schmidtys Lounge in Evart. Beginner-intermediate level taught. For more information, call Sandee Lee at (231) 832-3493.Partner Dance Lessons from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the back banquet room at Schmidtys Lounge in Evart. Partner and couples dances will be taught. For more information, call Sandee Lee at (231) 832-3493.Hearing clinic by Audibel Hearing from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231)972-2884. Walk-ins welcome.Big Rapids Sports Boosters meets at 6 p.m. in the lecture hall room 115 at Big Rapids High School. All are welcome; its a great program to get involved with to support some great athletics.

TUESDAY, AUG. 16Big Rapids Rotary Club meets at noon at the Falcon Head Golf Course.Beginning line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michaels School in Remus. For more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H.at (989) 967- 8478.Tai Chi at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Card recycling at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Theology at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.TOPS No. 1189 meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 200 S.Stewart Ave., Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-6271 for more information.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Grief peer support group meets at 9 a.m. at Cadillac Big Boy. For questions,call Pastor Brad Center at (231) 779-9550.Country dance classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Chase Township Hall.For more information, contact Jeff at (231) 250-4159.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at St. Pauls Campus Parish, 1

Damascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230-4085.Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Reed City. For more information call (800) 367-6788.Gods Kitchen is a free meal from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary Parish Center,919 Marion Ave., Big Rapids. Everyone is welcome; no questions asked,no registration required and no donation is sought at the event. For more information, call the parish ofce at (231) 796-5202.Alanon meets at 8 p.m. at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church in Reed City; it is a support group for families and friends of alcoholics.St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all summer clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serves those who need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay for electric bills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231) 796- 1571.Clothing and Food Pantry open from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Donations are accepted. Call (231)796-0771 for more information.Mecosta County Genealogical Society meets at 7 p.m. at 424 N. Fourth Ave.Contact Maureen Doyle Nelson for hours by appointment, (231) 250-5555.The Alliance on Mental Illness of Mecosta County meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at New Journey Clubhouse, 405B South Third Ave., in Big Rapids. It is a support group for the families of those suffering with severe mental illness. Contact (231) 796-3729 for more information.

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 17Enhanced Fitness at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Library preschool story hour meets at 10:30 a.m. at Big Rapids Community Library. Open to the public.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, 8 p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Glenn C. at (231) 796-3703.Mecosta County Genealogical Society is open from 5 to 7 p.m. during the summer at 424 N. Fourth Ave., Big Rapids. We are looking to collect Mecosta County scrapbooks and any family histories that pertain to the area. Volunteers are needed to le obits, index the collections or help visitors look up information.Fun, relaxing and lots of history here.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the basement of

the Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come for food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.The Big Rapids Dharma Study Group meet at 7 p.m. at 315 Marion Ave., in Big Rapids. Weekly meetings include discussing various dharma texts, questions and answers and watching dharma-related videos. The group is under the direction of Michael and Margaret Erlewine, who have more than 35 years of experience in meditation and dharma practice. Beginning students are welcome.Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave. in Big Rapids.St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all summer clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serves those who need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay for electric bills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231) 796- 1571.Zumbatomic is Zumba for Kids, a Lil Starz class for children ages 4 to 7 will be offered from 10 to 10:45 a.m.; a Big Starz class is offered for children ages 8 to 12 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 323 State St. in Big Rapids. Cost is $4 per child, per class and $2 per sibling. CallBethany Ciemnicki at (734) 626-9633 with questions.Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Rapids Farm and Garden.Soup Supper is at 5 p.m. at Grant Center United Methodist Church.Donations

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THURSDAY, AUG. 18Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. Michaels School in Rem

more information call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H.at (8478.Harmonica at 10:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 1295Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Painting and drawing at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Scrabble at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80tMecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Pedro at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thMecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Pinochle at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80tMecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Overeaters Anonymous meets at 6:15 p.m. in conference room A, throom on the right, at Mecosta County Medical Center; enter on theof Locust Street and Winter Avenue. For more information, call Eric398-5440.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at noon at St. Paul CCampus Parish. Contact Darwin T. at (231) 796-8956.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Recycle! is l424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Alanon meets at 7 p.m. at Sacred Hearth Church in Evart; it is a suppofor families and friends of alcoholics.St. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.mWilliams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serveswho need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay forbills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231571.Paris Farmers Market from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Green Townshparking lot. Vendors who live in Green Township will be charged $their produce and other items, and non-township residents will be $10. Proceeds from the market will go toward the townships parks bumore information, call Gary Todd at (231) 796-6012.Blood pressure checks by Ace Health Care at the Mecosta CountyCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 9The Parkinsons Disease Support Group of Spectrum Health Gerber Mmeets from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Tamarac, the Center for Health and Well1401 W. Main St. in Fremont. The speaker will be Jason Roth, MeDeep Brain Stimulator sales representative. The support group is othe parkinsonian along with family, friends, caregivers and/or anyoneinterest in Parkinsons Disease. There is no cost to attend. Refreshmebe provided. For more information, call Julie Allers at (231) 924-3195

FRIDAY, AUG. 19Enhanced Fitness at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Readers Theatre at 10 a.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 1295Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountyCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 9Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thMecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul CCampus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371.Knitting circle meets at 4 p.m. at the Barryton Public Library. Knitters oare encouraged to come and learn or share knitting techniques.Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Eagles, 18361 16 Miin Big Rapids. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Karoake provided by Kellys Red Hot Karaoke starts at 10 p.m. at the Club, 13460 Northland Drive, Big Rapids. For more information,Odyssey Friday or Saturday after 9 p.m. at (231) 796-5333 and ask foSt. Vincent de Paul used clothing store is open from noon to 4:30 p.mWilliams St. in Big Rapids. It is having a huge clearance sale of all clothes for 25 cents each, unless otherwise marked. The store serveswho need help with clothes at very low prices. Proceeds help pay forbills, fuel and rent for those in need. For more information, call (231571.

SATURDAY, AUG. 20The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap and sporting clayTrap shoots start at 10 a.m. and sporting clays start at 1 p.m. The clulocated four miles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more info call Jack(231) 592-1587.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Recycle! is l424 N. Fourth Ave., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is open for tours from 2 to 4 p.mmuseum, located at 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the basthe Third Avenue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Come for fellowshfor food. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. Pauls Campus ParDamascus Road in Big Rapids. For more information call (800) 230-4Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m. at St. Paul C

Campus Parish. Contact Woody W. at (231) 796-8371.Karoake provided by Kellys Red Hot Karaoke starts at 10 p.m. at the Club, 13460 Northland Drive, Big Rapids. For more information,Odyssey Friday or Saturday after 9 p.m. at (231) 796-5333 and ask foZumbatomic is Zumba for Kids, a Lil Starz class for children ages 4 tooffered from 3 to 3:45 p.m.; a Big Starz class is offered for children agefrom 4 to 4:45 p.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 323in Big Rapids. Cost is $4 per child, per class and $2 per sibling. Call Ciemnicki at (734) 626-9633 with questions.The Old Fence Rider Historical Museum is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sheldon St., Edmore. For group scheduling, contact Carolyn Leonard 506-2634 or Art Schiutema at (989) 427-1023. Fore more informatwww.EdmoreChamber.com.Fourth Street Farmers Mark et is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Rapids Fand Garden.Free meal at 12:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Roin Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 for more information.Healthy cooking classes from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at the Seventh Day AChurch, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids. Call (231) 796-0771 foinformation.Recycling for Morton and Austin township residents from 9 a.m. to noCanadian Lakes Fire/Rescue Station located at 8260 100th Ave., StaFor more information, contact the township at (231) 972-7138.


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EDITORS NOTE: Please check with your club or organization to be certain of meetings, outings andclasses, as they may be canceled due to bad weather or other reasons. If any listing is incorrect, pleasecall (231)832-5566 or (231)745-4635 with correctinformation.

DOMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyone beingabused is 1-800-950-5808. There is no excuse for abuse.

HEARTLAND HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING.Heartland Hospice of Cadillac is looking for caring anddedicated people with an interest in serving terminallyill patients and their families in the Reed City Areaand the outlaying communities. Volunteers provideservices such as friendly visiting, patient transport/

atient outings, errand running, child care, and clericalservices. Volunteer classes are available to t each

ersons schedule. Please call Paul King at HeartlandHospice at 231-775-6840 for further information.

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REED CITY SENIOR CENTER Potluck and Cards, 12.m. (third Saturday of each month).

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken BBQ (thirdSaturday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. OsceolaAve. For more information, call (231)832-5102.

INTERSECTION OPEN-DOORS FREECOMMUNITY DINNER takes place every Saturdaynight at 5:45 p.m. at the corner of US-10 and 66 inthe Brooks Corners United Methodist hall. Opento everyone. Reservation are required, please call(231)734-2733. Please leave your name, contact phonenumber and number of people attending. IntersectionChurch takes place folling the dinner starting at 6:30

.m.. Everyone welcome.

THE LEROY FARMERS MARKET will be held everySaturday from 9a.m. To 1 p.m. Through mid October.For information call Brian Cool at (231)768-4624 or goto www.leroyfarmersmarket.com . Upcoming events:

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REED CITY VFW Ladies Auxiliary All AmericanBreakfast (rst Sunday of every month), 8a.m-12

oon. 129 East Osceola Avenue.

AST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH, Breakfast Buffet,:30-11 a.m. Evart Moose Lodge, #2452, 8400 U.S.-10.

VART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2nd Sundayf every month.

EED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stop servingheir Pancake Breakfast on the third Sunday of each

onth until further notice.

ONDAY

EED CITY AMVETS POST 2965 MEETING, 7p.m.129 E. Osceola Avenue. For more information, callCliff Galloup (231)832-2787. Meetings are secondMonday of every month).

T.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday at Reed CitySt. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in 5:30p.m., meeting6p.m.

EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center, 219 E.Todd Street.

REED CITY SENIOR CENTER MEETING, 10:30a.m.(third Monday of each month).

BUTTERFLY BUNCH BREAST CANCER SUPPORTGROUP MEETING second Monday of each month,7p.m. For more information, call Carol Ladd (231)734-5305.

EVART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingo eachMonday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors open at 4p.m. Early

ird takes place at 6p.m. with regular regular bingo at6:30p.m. (License No. A21600)

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Monday eveningt Trinity Lutheran Church on highway US-10 in Reedity. Weigh in at 5:30 p.m., meeting starts at 6:00p.m.

HE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY PROGRAMLOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER. Cancer SupportGroup for Women. Sponsored by Paradise Salonand Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital Cancer Services. 2nd Monday of every other month at 4:00

.m. January-March-May-July-September-November.Hosted by Crossroads Radiation Therapy Center, 4499220th Street, Reed City, Michigan 49677. Interested?Inquire by calling: Oncology Infusion Services Staff 832-7105, Crossroads Radiation Center 832-5817 or

Paradise Salon 832-3411.

NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP MEETING,at the Sears Church of God, corner of Highway10 and 40th Ave., west entrance. This group meetsthe last monday of each month at 6 p.m. to discussnatural health options and specic subjects, CO-OPinformation is also available.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustinon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday atnoon. Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerlythe Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. There isentertainment after lunch. For information call 231-734-6005.

TUESDAY

LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT

GROUP MEETING, 10a.m. Monthly topics. Open toall pregnant and nursing mothers. Children welcome.Downtown Reed City. Contact Sue, LLL group leader for directions or questions, (231)832-1858 or emailLLL [email protected]. (Meetings are Third Tuesday of every month.)

IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Senior Size, 11a.m. andLine Dancing, 7p.m. at the club house.

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5-6 p.m. (every Tuesday)at the church, 216 S. Main Street, Hersey. For moreinformation, call the church (231)832-9072. Church is

barrier free.

FREE CLOTHING - FOOD available to those in need(second and fourth Tuesday of the month), 5p.m. atIdlewild Seventh Day Adventist Churchs CommunityService.

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOODPANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. atSt. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for moreinformation.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING,(second Tuesday of each month), 1p.m. at St. AnnsChurch Basement in Baldwin. For further information,call Shawn (231)745-8421.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 7a.m. atthe Evart United Methodist Church.

BINGO12:30 at Reed City Senior Center, 219 EastTodd Street.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets the secondand fourth Tuesdays of the month, 2-4p.m. The groupmeets at the Community Mental Health for CentralMichigan in Osceola County located at 4473 220th Ave.in Reed City. For mor information call (231)832-2247.The group is for individuals who provide caregivingservices for individuals with Dementia, Alzheimersor other chronic/terminal medical conditions. Thereis no charge to participate and there are no residencyrestrictions.

GFWC EVART WOMENS CLUB meets 7p.m. thesecond Tuesday of the month at St. Paul LutheranChurch. Open to the public. The May meeting honorsGirl Scouts with a Girl Scouts tea.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Tuesdaymorning at the Assembly of God Church in Big Rapids.Weigh in at 9:00 a.m. meeting starts at 9:30 a.m.

ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP for familiesand friends of Alcoholics will meet every Tuesday at St.Phillips Church, Reed City at 8 p.m.


THE RED HATS, known as the Classy Lassies inPurple and Red, of Evart, meet every THIRD Tuesdayevening at 6 p.m. The meeting place is the Evart Depot.Pink Hatters are welcome too (the younger ones). Callour Queen, Jan, at 734-5010 or Vice Queen Linda, at734-9733 for any information or questions you mayhave.

THE LAST TUESDAY OF each month the IntersectionFree Store will host a Free Resources Seminar for thegreater Evart community. This seminar will discuss themany different agencies, organizations and churches

that offer help for families and individuals during thesecurrent tough economic conditions. Please call ahead asseating is limited. All are welcome. (231)734-2733

~SEPTEMBER 6

AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVEwill be held on Tuesday, September 6 at Evart UnitedMethodist Church, 619 Cherry St., Evart from 12 p.m.To 5:45 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

ELIJAHS PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesday of eachmonth), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-Emanuel Lutheran Church,202 Albert Street, LeRoy. Open to the public, free of charge.

IDLEWILD LOT OWNERS Game Day, 11a.m. at theclub house.

PATHFINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer StoryHour, 1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. A parent mustremain in the library during story hour.

SOUTH EVART QUILT CLUB, (rst and thirdWednesday of the month), 10:30a.m.-2p.m. with

potluck lunch at noon. Contact Margie (231)734-3857or Ann (231)867-3237.

EVART FAITH BIBLE CHURCH PIONEER CLUB,6p.m. every Wednesday for rst through sixth grades.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIME isevery Wednesday from 11:15a.m. until noon.There will

be games, crafts, songs and stories.

BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUBMEETINGS are held the rst Wednesday of eachmonth (excluding January through March), and the

public is always welcome. The doors open at 5:30 for a pot luck dinner followed by the meeting which startsat 7:00p.m.

OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITIESmeeting is the rst Wednesday of every month. Call thehotline for location of the meeting and for information.(231)832-8453

EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE meetsat 6p.m. the second Wednesday of each month. For information call 734-9799.

BINGO, EVERY WEDNESDAY, VFW Hall Post#7979, Evart, license A04340. Early Bird at 6 p.m.Located at 4681 85th Ave., Evart.

THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meets therst Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the BigRapids Masonic Temple on east 19 Mile Road in BigRapids.

THE MIDWESTERN MICHIGAN AARP CHAPTER 2418 will hold their monthly meeting the secondWednesday of the month at the United MethodistChurch in Reed City with a pot-luck lunch stating at12 p.m.The Program Schedule is as follows:~SEPTEMBER 14- Jeff Weber from the EmergencyManagement

~AUGUST 24THE NEXT MEETING for the Central MichiganDistrict Board of Health will be on Wednesday, August24, 2011. It will be held in the Gladwin County ofcesof the Central Michigan District Health Department,located at 103 North Bowery, Gladwin, MI 48624. Themeeting will begin at 5 p.m.

~AUGUST 31AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will

be held on Wednesday, August 31 at the Free MethodistChurch, 6151 95

thAve., Evart from 12 p.m. to 5:45

p.m.

THURSDAY

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOODPANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. atSt. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for mor information.

FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday of eachmonth), at Baldwin Family Health Care ConferenceRoom. For more information contact Dave, call(231)745-2000 ext. 16.

T.O.P.S. 1541 MEETING, weigh-in 8:15-9:15a.m.,meeting at 9:30a.m. at Evart United Methodist Church.For more information call(231)734-5752.

T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10 p.m., meetingat 6:35 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, Evart, corner

of Third and Oak. For more information, call Ruth at(231)734-2844 or Terri at (231)734-5348.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 1p.m. atEvart United Methodist Church.

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at Reed CityChurch of the Nazarene, 5300 220th Ave., Reed City.

EUCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center, 219 EastTodd Street.

ALANON MEETING every Thursday night, 7:00p.m.at Evart Sacred Heart Church.

THE CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVERS will bemeeting at the Osceola County Fairgrounds in Evartevery Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at the community

building. Anyone interested to learn wood carving iswelcome, there is no cost. It is also the meal site for theCommission on Aging and their Thursday dinner is atnoon. For mor information on carving call 734-5125 or 734-9131. Information on COA dinner reservations call734-6005.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Thursdayevening at the Assembly of God Church in Big Rapids.Weighin at 6:00 p.m., meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB meetsevery third Thursday of the month.

EVART CAR CLUB meets the second Thursday of every month at the Evart Moose at 7p.m.


MUSIC AT THE DEPOT wil be the 2nd and 4thThursday of every month from 7 to 9 p.m. We-B-Jammin (Country, Blues, Oldies and Gospel).

GREEN TOWNSHIP FARMERS MARKET (Paris)will be held from 11a.m. to 5 p.m. On Thursdaysthrough October. For mor information about the marketor to be a vendor, contact Gary Todd at (231)796-6012.

FRIDAY

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Fish Fry (rst Friday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola Ave. For moreinformation, call (231)832-5102.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 8p.m. atthe Evart United Methodist Church.

PEDRO, 1p.m. at the Reed City Senior Center, 219East Todd Street.

EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from 5 to8p.m. Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at 8400 US-10 inEvart. For more information call (231)734-6181

BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoy VFW Post#10770 on Mackinaw Trail next to Citizens Bank. Earl

birds starts at 6p.m. Concession stand is open.


REED CITY VFW POST 2964 Chicken Wings (LastFriday of every month), 5-7p.m., 129 E. Osceola Ave.For more information, call (231)832-5102.

~JULY 22REED CITY SDA CHURCH, 17290 Highway US 10,Hersey will hold Vacation Bible School on Friday, July22 from 5 p.m. To 8 p.m. For ages 5 to 12 years old.The theme is Faith, Hope and Love.

~AUGUST 6CLARE COUNTY CRAZY QUILTERS 30th AnnualQuilt Show, Friday, August 5 and Saturday, August6 from 9a.m. tp 4p.m. Clare Church of Nazarene,10160 S. Grant Road, Clare. No entrance fee, handicapaccessible, air conditioned facility, church cafeteriaopen.

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2 OUTSIDE STANDARD Doors, fin-ished, all hardware, ready to hang $35.each. (231)796-9525

50 GALLON FUEL transfer tank andpump, $200. (231)796-1247

80 HARD MAPLE tops for sale, cut thissummer 4450 OBO. (231)832-5038.

RIDIGED PORTABLE ELECTRIC pipethreader model #600 includes 1/2-11/4"dies, excellent condition $425 OBO.(989)339-4147.

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ACHIEVE ENERGY INDEPENDENCEwith an Outdoor Wood Furnace fromCentral Boiler. 25 year warranty available.White Pine Outdoor Boilers, Inc. Marion(231)743-6544

ASHLEY SOFA IN good clean condi-tion, color tan, $320. Call (231)796-8037for more information.

CLUSTER BRIDAL SET, size 7, 10-ctwhite gold, 3/4 cttw, $300. OBO.(231)856-0248

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EDDING GOWN, SIZE-10,never worn, white, short sleeve,long train w/ornate design, $200OBO. (231)920-1269

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MARTIN PHANTOM 2 Bow-Hard case, rhino graphitearrows. Excellent condition!$350 OBO. (989)287-0159.

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Tri County News Shopper, August 15, 2011