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City of MasonMEETING SCHEDULE

All meetings are held at City Hall

Downtown Development Authority Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at 6:15 p.m.

Planning Commission Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.

Historic District Commission Monday, August 27, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

City of MasonMEETING SCHEDULE

BROADCAST LIVE ON CHANNEL 21

VIDEO & DOCUMENTS AT www.mason.mi.usAll meetings are held at City Hall

City Council – Monday, August 20, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

City Council – Wednesday, August 8, 2012at 7:30 p.m.

Please note: The Mason Code (Sec. 62-34) requires that refuse containers may be placed along the curb

NO EARLIER than 9:00 p.m. the evening before collection and no later than 8:00 a.m. the day of collection. It further requires that EMPTY

containers shall be removed by 9:00 p.m. on the day of collection.

Your cooperation is appreciated.

TRASH CONTAINERS SPECIAL REMINDER

City of Mason

YARDWASTE MAY BE PLACED CURBSIDE OPPOSITE SIDE OF DRIVEWAY FROM REGULAR TRASH

LIMIT 4 BAGS PER PICK UP Please note: Granger will take only up to four 30 gallon cans/brown paper yard waste bags, or four bundles of brush (less than 4 foot lengths), or a combination of the above, from each residence weekly. Thank you for your cooperation.

SPECIAL REMINDER

Yard Waste (Compost)Collection on Fridays

City of Mason

Important Dates: August 4 - 2:00 p.m. - Deadline to request an

absent voter ballot by mail August 6 – 4:00 p.m. - Deadline to request

an absent voter ballot in person An absentee ballot may be requested until

4:00 p.m. Monday, August 6; ballots must be voted at City Hall

City of MasonPrimary Election

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

For further election information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (517) 676-9155

Important Dates: Tuesday, August 7 - 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Primary Election Day -- All precincts are located at City Hall, 201 W. Ash Street.

August 14 – 4:00 p.m. – Last Day to File Candidacy for citizens residing in the Mason Public School district wishing to seek office for Mason School Board -- must file an Affidavit of Identity and a nominating petition (or a $100.00 nonrefundable fee may be filed in lieu of a petition) with the City Clerk’s office.

City of MasonPrimary Election

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

For further election information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (517) 676-9155

Election Day Information:Photo Identification Required to Vote

Under Michigan law, all voters are required to show photo identification to vote at the polls. Voters without identification will be required to sign an affidavit to receive a ballot. The identification requirement does not apply to persons voting by absentee ballot. Accepted forms of photo identification:

Driver's license or personal identification card issued by Michigan or another state, federal or state government issued photo identification, US passport, current student identification with photo from high school or accredited institution of higher education, military identification card with photo, or tribal identification card with photo.

City of MasonPrimary Election

Tuesday, August 7, 2012

For further election information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (517) 676-9155

Mason Community Announcements on Channel 21

If your Mason area community group or non-profit

organization has an event it would like to publicize, we

would like to know about it!

City of Mason

Mason Community Announcements on Channel 21

Please email PowerPoint slide or details in writing (25 words or less is best)

to our City volunteer at: dougklein@masonchamber.org

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Provide information at least three weeks prior to the event

City of Mason

For more information call:

517.833.9627

Or visit our website at:

www.fringechurch.orgPassionately Seeking God

Obediently Surrendering to His Word

Lovingly Sacrificing for others

Address: 131 East Maple Street – MasonPhone: 676-9333Website: www.masonpresbyterian.orgE-mail: masonfirstpc@sbcglobal.net

“We are a warm and caring Christ-centered community of faith, actively serving and nurturing one another and our neighbors, embracing diversity, and fostering spiritual growth.”

Sunday Morning Worship ~

9:30 a.m.Wednesday Prayer Service

~ NoonWednesday afternoon and evening activities for all

ages.

Email at: info@masonfirst.org or contact at: 676-9449

You are invited for

Sunday Worship at 9:20 a.m.

Located in the center of Masonat the corner of Ash and Barnes.A Community-Focused Church

Celebrating 170 Years

of Traditional and Relevant Ministries

Mason Assembly of God425 E. South Street in Mason

(517) 676-2308www.masonag.org  

Church Service Time isSunday Morning at 10:00

1938 Eden Road – (517) 676-1376

Summer Day CampExperience For Kids 9 AM - 3 PM at Mason First Church of the Nazarene’s new facility:

The ROC at 1706 W. Dansville Road on the east side of Mason

• August 6 – 10 is for kids going into 3rd and 4th grade• August 13 – 17 is for kids going into 5th and 6th

grade

$25 per child, kids bring their own lunches. Great week of fun for kids: Mud fights, water wars, food fights, and more… Register your child at www.kidventurenow.com On Wednesday evenings August 8 & 15  from  6 - 8 PM  there will be a mini-camp for kids preK – going into 2nd grade. Cost is $10.

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

St. Augustine of Canterbury

Episcopal Church

St. Augustine of Canterbury

Episcopal Church

Corner of W. South St. and Cedar St.

Worship Schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Weekly

Worship Service

Corner of W. South St. and Cedar St.

Worship Schedule: 10:30 a.m. Sunday Weekly

Worship Service

AURELIUS BAPTIST CHURCH4419 W. Barnes Road(near Aurelius Road) Mason, MI 48854 (517) 628-2085

10:45 AM Sunday Worship Service“All are welcome!”

All Saints Lutheran Church720 W. South Street in Mason

676-2610

All Saints Lutheran Church720 W. South Street in Mason

676-2610

Traditional Sunday Worship8:30 a.m.  & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Church School 9:45 a.m.

Pastor Matt Titus www.allsaintsmason.org

Traditional Sunday Worship8:30 a.m.  & 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Church School 9:45 a.m.

Pastor Matt Titus www.allsaintsmason.org

Worship Times September through May

Worship Times September through May

Fellowship

BibleChurch

Fellowship

BibleChurch

1030 W. South Street, Mason(517) 676-4415 www.fbcmason.org

Service Sunday is 10:00 a.m. 

All are welcome! 

1030 W. South Street, Mason(517) 676-4415 www.fbcmason.org

Service Sunday is 10:00 a.m. 

All are welcome! 

MASON AREA SENIORSLooking for a way to connect with other seniors in the Mason Area? Then the Mason Area Seniors Welcome Club is the RIGHT place for you! They meet nearly every Thursday at 12:00 noon at the Mason City Hall, 201 W. Ash Street, for cards and bingo.

Contact Judy Chelf at 676-5917Contact Judy Chelf at 676-5917

Anyone interested in family genealogy is welcome!

Second Thursday of each month at 7 PMVevay Township Hall 780 Eden Road, south of Mason

Contact Harry Warner for more information at(517) 676-2878 or gwingharry@sbcglobal.net

www.ingcogenesoc.org

Ingham County Genealogical Society

Mason AreaHistorical Museum

200 E. Oak StreetTuesdays & Thursdays .... 1 - 3 p.m. Saturdays ........................ 1 - 3 p.m.

Group Tours: 676-9837

www.masonmuseum.org

Mason AreaHistorical Society

On Monday, August 6th at 7:00 PM at the Museum, 200 E. Oak Street, the Mason Area Historical Society will have a presentation on the history and overview of hot air ballooning presented by Mason’s Tom Bergeon. Please join the Society for this presentation open to the public!

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Mason AreaHistorical Society

On Monday, September 10th at 7:00 PM at the Museum, 200 E. Oak Street, the Mason Area Historical Society will have a presentation on “JIFFY: A Family Tradition, Mixing Business and Old-Fashioned Values” presented by Cynthia Furlong Reynolds. The meeting is open to the public!

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Tri-County Office on Aging

MEALS ON WHEELSTasha Stetler,

Coordinator Rural

Ingham County

676-2775 - rimow@sbcglobal.netCall to participate or volunteer! We have an immediate need for volunteers!

The Mason Orchestral Society’s

Mason Symphony and Mason Philharmonic

The Mason Orchestral Society’s

Mason Symphony and Mason Philharmonic

are looking for musicians of all ages!

for more information, go to: www.masonorchestras.org

are looking for musicians of all ages!

for more information, go to: www.masonorchestras.org

Mason Downtown Development Authority

Facade Grants available!

Contact the Mason DDA at244-6332

www.mason.mi.us/mdda

Home Improvement Loans

You may be eligible:If your adjusted annual income is $48,100 or less (family of 4) you may qualify for a low-interest or

no-interest home improvement loan.

For more information contact: Ingham County Housing Commission3882 Dobie Road, Okemos, MI 48864(517) 349-1643

Automatic Debitis Availablefor tax and water bill payments

For more information contact:

City Hall at 676-9155 Or check our website

www.mason.mi.us

Buy locally. It's good for our community and good for our future.

I WANT YOUto spend more of your

money right here!

Economists call it the “multiplier effect.”The best thing you can do for our local economy is to spend money – right here in Mason, Michigan - Hometown U.S.A.

Buy locally. It’s good for our community and good for our future.

Mason Area Chamber of Commerce

Independent Bank presents

2012 Thursday Night Live!

Courthouse Concerts Mason, Michigan - Hometown U.S.A.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR:August 9, August 23,

and September 13 -- all concerts start at 6 PM

Don’t Make Dinner!

Buy it from the Mason Optimists Fundraiser Tent or a great downtown restaurant !

masonchamber@masonchamber.org

All Concerts “Weather

Permitting”

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

This information appears on Channel 21 of the Broadstripe cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.orgThis information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.orgThis information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

• Started July 7th and runs through October 6th

• Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM

• Started July 7th and runs through October 6th

• Saturdays 9 AM to 1 PM

Bringing freshness to you! Bringing freshness to you!

Maple Street between Jefferson & BarnesExcept for August 25, when it will be at the Austin Park PavilionMaple Street between Jefferson & BarnesExcept for August 25, when it will be at the Austin Park Pavilion

Mason Farmers MarketMason Farmers Market

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

BINGO!Every Sunday

at the VFW Post 73091243 Hull Road, south of Mason

Doors Open 2 PMFood/Beverages/Sales 2:15 PMRegular Bingo 4:30 PM

Proceeds go to support the projects of the VFW

This information appears on Channel 21 of the Broadstripe cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.orgThis information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.orgThis information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Check This Out! @ The Mason Library

LEGO CLUBAges 6 & UpThursdays,Twice Monthly4 - 5 PM

Call 676-9088 for dates and details

www.inghamfair.com “Bring ‘em to Ingham!”

158th

Monday, July 30through Saturday, August 4- Grandstand Excitement - Midway Rides & Games- 4-H Displays and Booths - Livestock Judging

- and more other FUN stuff to do at the Family Fun Fair!

FREE DAILY PARKINGDaily Gate is $8.00 for adults, $5.00 for children (3-12)

and seniors (62 & over).  Children age 2 and under are always FREE!  

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Monday, July 30 through

Saturday, August 4

Mason Values Week

www.masonchamber.org

Look for special value offers at businesses all over the Mason area!

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Mason Pizza Day Wednesday, August 1st

BUY A PIZZA AT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

Little Caesar's 227 N. Cedar St. 676-2401Courthouse Pub 160 W. Maple 676-6941

Pizano's 302 S. Cedar 676-4444City Limits 810 N. Cedar 244-1090Darb’s Tavern 117 Cedar 676-5042

Westside Deli 204 N. Cedar 676-9191 Participating Pizzerias will donate $1.00 per pizza to the Mason Public Schools Foundation

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

MACC Ribbon Cutting at 1 PM CAR SHOW Sunday, August 5th - 10 AM to 4 PM

4520 W. Columbia Supermarket & Hardware

For information, call Shirley Grieve (517) 648-8861

Fundraiser for the Mason Firefighters Association

10th Anniversary

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Independent Bank presents

Thursday Night Live!Courthouse Concert CONCERT SPONSORED BY THE

MASON DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Backwoods BandThursday, August 9th - 6 PM masonchamber@masonchamber.org

Independent Bank presents

Thursday Night Live!Courthouse Concert CONCERT SPONSORED BY THE

MASON DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

The Backwoods BandThursday, August 9th - 6 PM masonchamber@masonchamber.org

Weather Permitting

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Friday, August 10th Serving 5 to 8 PM1243 Hull Road, Mason$9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $6 Kids under 12

Call 676-3181 for more information

Friday, August 10th Serving 5 to 8 PM1243 Hull Road, Mason$9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $6 Kids under 12

Call 676-3181 for more information

VFW Post 7309 MEN’S AUXILLARY Beer Battered

Fish Fry

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

This information appears on Channel 21 of the Broadstripe cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.orgThis information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.orgThis information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Call (517)

655-1872

The Chris Colligan Challenge Cup 4v4 Soccer Tournament is in its sixth year and is always a great family event. In addition to the tournament itself, there is a concession stand, bounce house for the younger kids, and a dunk tank that

always has someone in it that deserves to get dunked. This year there might even be one of the high school coaches there for a little while so don't miss it. There is also free parking and plenty of open space for tents and tailgating though out the

day.  If you need to get away for a short time Rayner Park is just around the corner and has a large playground

for the younger kids as well. For all the details and a registration form see the club web page at

www.masonsoccerclub.org

Mason Soccer Club www.masonsoccerclub.org

masonsoccerclub200@yahoo.com

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

3rd annual St. James Community Festival 1010 S. Lansing Street - August 10-12, 2012Friday, August 10: 5:30 - 11 p.m.Beer Tent opens with:

• Festival Fish & Chips from the Mason Knights of Columbus

• Music by Ralph DeVitto Band• Kids’ Playland & Bounce

House • Music by Updraft

For more information, email: festivalstjames@gmail.com

PROCEEDS GO TO:

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

3rd annual St. James Community Festival 1010 S. Lansing Street - August 10-12, 2012Saturday, August 11: Noon to 11 p.m. • Karaoke • Kids’ Playland &

Bounce House • Book Sale, Bake

Sale, and Bingo

• Beer Tent and Grille • Outdoor Mass • Silent & Live Auction • Hot-Air Balloons• Music by the Sea Cruisers

For more information, email: festivalstjames@gmail.com

PROCEEDS GO TO:

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

3rd annual St. James Community Festival 1010 S. Lansing Street - August 10-12, 2012Sunday, August 12: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Camino of St. James 8K / 5K & Fun Runs • Pancake Breakfast • Kids’ Playland & Bounce House• Book & Bake Sale

For more information, email: festivalstjames@gmail.com

PROCEEDS GO TO:

3nd Annual “Stepping for Stone”

Walk for the Cure Saturday, August 11th

A 12 MILE WALK FROM FRIENDSHIPBAPTIST CHURCH IN LANSING TO THEINGHAM COUNTY COURTHOUSE IN MASON TO FULFILL THE VISION OF THE LATE REV. LESTER D. STONE

7:30 AM - Friendship Baptist Church, 8:30 AM - Cedar & Jolly, 9:00AM - Cedar & Willoughby, 9:40 AM – Edru on Cedar, 12:20 PM – Spartan Speedway, 1:00 PM – Ingham County Courthouse Rally

All donations will go to the American Cancer Society

Contact Diana Flourry at (517) 580-3353 or Sylvia Hatcher at (517) 393-7229 to register

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

8K Run/5K Walk in Mason

Come run with St. James! The Run/Walk starts at 8 AM on Sunday, August 12th followed by a pancake breakfast. Race proceeds benefit St. Vincent Catholic Charities. For more information and for Run/Walk registration forms visit:

www.caminostjames.com.

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Find on: Facebook, YouTube and Yahoogroups.com

Just search for "mmugs"

MMUGS Mid-Michigan Ukulele Group Strum

Meets monthly at Bestsellers Books & Coffee, 360 W. Jefferson Street in downtown Mason,

10:30 AM - 12:30 PMBring your ukulele and a music stand, or juststop in and sing along! MMUGS music and loaner ukulele's are available at the strum.

Here some upcoming Saturday strum dates:August 18 – Theme of Pistol Packin’ Mamas, September 15 – Down Home Days: join us for a strum under a canopy in the street, October 27, November 17, December 15 – Christmas Strum.

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Fundraising Event on Saturday, August 18th at the ROC! 1706 W.

Dansville Road, on the east side of Mason.

Family activities start at Noon: food, games,

inflatable obstacle course, meet our

therapy horses! Four Bands at 2 PM. $5 per person/$15 per family.

Questions?  Call Bonnie DePue at

517-204-0974

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Independent Bank presents

Thursday Night Live! Courthouse Concert

Twilight MemoriesThursday, August 23rd - 6 PM

Concert sponsored by Information: Dart Container masonchamber@ Corporation masonchamber.org

Independent Bank presents

Thursday Night Live! Courthouse Concert

Twilight MemoriesThursday, August 23rd - 6 PM

Concert sponsored by Information: Dart Container masonchamber@ Corporation masonchamber.org

Weather PermittingWeather

Permitting

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

www.sundriedmusicfestival.com

Mason’s Salute to Summer!

DOWNTOWN

MASONHOMETOWN U.S.A.

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Street Dance Friday evening, August 24th

Great Music all Saturday afternoon and evening, August 25th

THREE SAT. STAGES, KIDS AREA, VENDORS, FOOD & FUN HOSTED BY THE CITY OF MASON DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Friday Night August 24:

• Full House Band Saturday Afternoon & Saturday Night, August 25:

• Showdown • Backwoods Band • Orchestra Ritmo • Freddie Cunningham & The Root Doctor Band

• Squid Band • Avon Bomb • Stringtown Trio • Rock Canyon

www.sundriedmusicfestival.com

Mason’s Salute to Summer!

THREE SAT. STAGES, KIDS AREA, VENDORS, FOOD & FUN - HOSTED BY THE CITY OF

MASON DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

Saturday, August 25th Serving 5 to 8 PM1243 Hull Road, Mason$11 per person

Call 676-3181 for more information

Saturday, August 25th Serving 5 to 8 PM1243 Hull Road, Mason$11 per person

Call 676-3181 for more information

VFW Post 7309

NY Strip Steak Fry

Menu includes:

steak, baked

potato, texas

toast, vegetable,

and dessert..

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Thursday, August 30th

Good Morning, Mason!News and Networking

7:15 to 8:15 a.m. Ingham County Fairgrounds Community Building

700 E. Ash StreetAdmission $5 members

$7 nonmembers includes continental breakfast

Sponsored by Dart Bank

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

Independent Bank presents

Thursday Night Live!Courthouse ConcertWeather Permitting

Mason High School Band and Mason High School Cheer SquadThursday, September 13th - 6 PM masonchamber@masonchamber.org

Independent Bank presents

Thursday Night Live!Courthouse ConcertWeather Permitting

Mason High School Band and Mason High School Cheer SquadThursday, September 13th - 6 PM masonchamber@masonchamber.org

CONCERT SPONSORED BY CP FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

39th Annual

Courthouse Show

Saturday, September 159:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Information:

(517) 676-1046 masonchamber@masonchamber.org

Saturday, September 159:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Information:

(517) 676-1046 masonchamber@masonchamber.org

This information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

BINGO!Every Sunday

at the VFW Post 73091243 Hull Road, south of Mason

NEW HOURS START SEPTEMBER 23RD

Doors Open 4:30 PMSales 4:45 PM, Food/Beverages 5 PMEarly 6:30 PM, Regular Bingo 7 PM Proceeds go to support the projects of the VFW

This information appears on Channel 21 of the Broadstripe cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.orgThis information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.orgThis information appears on Channel 21 of the cable system in Mason and at www.masonchamber.org

11th Annual

MACC Raffle Drawing Thursday, October 11, 2012 Free party for ticketholders starts at 5 PM with snacks, soft drinks and cash bar. Top Prize Drawings at 8 PM at Bestsellers Extra, 356 N. Jefferson Street in downtown Mason. Get tickets at the Chamber office: 148 E. Ash Street - M-F 9-3. Call (517) 676-1046 or see details at www.masonchamber.org

The Mason Area Chamber of Commerce's 2012 Raffle & Drawing Party is a licensed event ML#R17440 with net proceeds going to the “Hometown USA” programs, especially for Christmas decorations on North Cedar Street. Only 2000 tickets available at $20 each. * If at least 1500 Tickets are sold, 50/50, $3,000 minimum. Winners responsible for all taxes and withholding

The Mason Area Chamber of Commerce's 2012 Raffle & Drawing Party is a licensed event ML#R17440 with net proceeds going to the “Hometown USA” programs, especially for Christmas decorations on North Cedar Street. Only 2000 tickets available at $20 each. * If at least 1500 Tickets are sold, 50/50, $3,000 minimum. Winners responsible for all taxes and withholding

MACC Raffle 11th Annual

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