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MONDAY,OCTOBER11,2010TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER 030 Special Notices

BIG JACKSON CHURCH

Bazaar/Bake Sale/Luncheon, Octo-ber 16th (10am-3 pm), 4001 13-MileRoad (across from Big Jackson Ele-mentary School). Crafter's table($15). Call (231) 592-1210, (231)796-3454.

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Tri-CountyClassifiedsBaldwin, Big Rapids

Evart, Reed City

Rodney Area

(231)592-8348

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Thursday, 12noon

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ANNUALGRANT CENTER ChurchCraft & Bake Sale. October 16, 2010.9am-3pm. Potluck Breakfast andLunch. Made by UMW. Come join thefun. Corner of 21 Mile and 150th Ave.For more information call (231)796-2106

032 Public Notices

Request for BidsADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

Project:Floor Covering ReplacementReed City Housing CommissionReed City, MI 49677

wner:Reed City Housing Commission02 S. Mill St.

Reed City, MI 49677ealed bids clearly marked "Floor Cov-ring Replacement" and addressed to:

Ms. Anjanette ShoemakerExecutive DirectorReed City Housing Commission02 S. Mill St.

Reed City, MI 49677

032 Public Notices

will be received at the Housing Com-mission offices at 802 S. Mill St., Reed City,MI 49677, until 1:30pm, Thursday, Octo-ber 28, 2010, at which time they will bepublicly opened and read aloud.Bidders shall attend a Pre-bid Conferenceand Walk-through at 1:30pm, Thursday,October 14, 2010, starting at the Hous-ing Commission Offices, 802 S. Mill St.,Reed City, MIThe project scope includes: Installationof new carpet over tile, carpet base,sheet vinyl and vinyl base in 31 occupiedapartments.

For additional information, contact PKBArchitects, PC, 231-775-1386 [email protected]

050 Help Wanted

AVON INDEPENDENT SALES REP-RESENTATIVES needed. Earn $$$-Make your own hours. Let me teach youhow! Call Dee (231)832-5820, (231)349-2325.

STATION RENTAL IN busy downtownReed City Salon with ownership oppor-tunity. (231)832-5820 or (231)349-2325.

050 Help Wanted

WITH BREAST CANCER Awarenessupon us, we are hiring women and mento assist in the fundraising at MPI. Manypositions are open and are permanentyear-round positions. 40 Hours/week,paid weekly, earn $8.00 to $11.50/hourguaranteed. Let's help save lives in a funand energetic atmosphere. Call 231-796-9286 for an interview.

FAMILY PRESERVATION WORK-

ER- Catholic Charities West Michi-gan is searching for an experienced

Social Worker to provide services tomulti-problem families. This programprovides intensive, solution-focusedservices to the families including atreatment group option. Bachelorsin Human Services or related fieldrequired, Masters preferred. Mini-mum of one year experience in ChildWelfare or in-home services work withchildren and families. Submitresume to [email protected] or HRManager, Catholic Charities WestMichigan, 40 Jefferson, GrandRapids, MI 49503. Persons ofdiverse faiths encouraged to apply.EOE

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2008 Grand Caravan SE

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2009 Chevy Impala LT

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2003 Pont. Grand Am GT

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2009 Ford Fusion

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2003 Ford F150 XLT 4x4

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2007 Dodge Ram 2500

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2007 Toyota Prius Hybrid

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2008 Jeep Liberty 4x4

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2008 Buick LaCrosse

V6, auto., loaded, pwr. moonroof.

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2006 Jeep Wrangler

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989-330-5147(For info on lower cost mobile clinic)

SYKORA AUCTION SERVICE INC.Scott Sykora, Auctioneer John McConnell, Auctioneer989-386-9694 Fax 989-386-2246 989-588-9591

Clare, Michigan Visit our Web Site www.sykoraauctions.com

JOHNSON LIVING FARM ESTATEReed City, MI

The Following Described Lifetime Collection Jack & Meta Johnson Will Sell At Live Public Auction On The Farm Located From US-131 & US-10 Junction AtReed City Go North 6 Mi. On US- 131 Freeway To Ashton, Mi. Exit # 159, Go West 1 Mi. On 11 Mile Rd. And South Mi. To 10500 230Th. Ave. (Or)1 Mi. West Of Reed City, Mi. On US-10 Then North 5 Mi. On 230Th. Ave To Farm. (Osceola Co.)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2010 10AMRAIN OR SHINE! BE ON TIME!

Living Estate of Jack & Meta Johnson 10500 230th Ave. Reed City, MI 49677

Inspection AM Sale Day Only!Auctioneers Note: Sykora Auctions Would Like To Thank Mr. & Mrs. Johnson For This Auction Opportunity!! This Quality Sykora Auction Will Have 62 Years OfCollection To Choose From, Plan On Attending This Auction Event, Rain Or Shine! Auction Will Start W/ Jewelry Wagons And Then On Major Items Approx.11:30 Am Inspection Day Of Auction!Terms: Cash Or Good Check Day Of Auction. Out Of State Buyers Will Need Bank Letter Of Guarantee! No Credit Cards Or Credit Card Checks Accepted. NothingRemoved From Premises Until Settled For. Registration W/ Dr ivers License. All Items Sell As Is Where Is W/ Out Warranty. Not Responsible For Accidents OrItems Sold. Announcements Sale Day Take Precedence Over Printed Matter. Info & Specs Of Equipment Is To The Best Of Knowledge, But Should Only Be UsedAs A Guide And Buyers Should Avail Themselves To Inspect Any And All Items, Lunch By C&S Concessions. Porta Jon On Site. See You There!!!!

Tractors & Backhoe1957 JD 620 Gas Tractor, Original Cond W/ JD 3Pt. Wide Front, Powersteering, Good 15.5x38Tires, Sn# 62009274; 1970S JD 300 DSL.Loader/Backhoe Tractor, 2412 Metered Hrs;Ferguson To-20 Gas Tractor W/ Squirrel CageHyd. Loader, 3 Pt, Pto, Sn# 54205-To-501b;Ferguson To-20 Gas Tractor, 3 Pt. Pto, Sn#X57612-To-501b; 2 Sets Of 28 Tractor Chains;All Tractors & Most Equipment Stored Inside!

3 Pt. Tools & Farm MachineryJD #12a Pull Type Combine W/ JD As-Is GasPower Unit; JD 2 Btm. 3 Pt. Plow; JD 2 Btm.Trip Bottom Trailer Plow; JD 2 Btm. Trip TrailerPlow; JD 24t Square Hay Baler, PTO; JD 6 3Pt. Back Blade; JD RWA 112 Wheel Disc; JDVan Brunt 13 Hoe Grain Drill W/ Seeder; Oliver11 Hoe Grain Drill; Mccormick 7 Cultipacker;New Idea # 750 PTO Hay Conditioner; New Idea#252 7 PTO Trailer Sickle Mower; NH #513Single Axle Manure Spreader, 540 PTO; 1 Btm.Ferguson Plow; 1 Ford & 1 Ferguson Restored 2Btm. 3 Pt. Plows; 2 Btm. 3 Pt. Ferguson Plow; 2Sec. 3 Pt. Drag; 3 Pt. 1 Yd. Cement Mixer; 3 Pt.Field Cultivator; 3 Pt. Gin Pole; 3 Pt. Post HoleDigger; 3 Pt. Rear Dirt Scoop; 3 Pt. 6 York Rake;3 Pt. 6 Back Blade; 6/ Cultipacker; 9 Metal LimeSpreader On Rubber; Bush Hog 3 Pt. 5 Mower;

Dearborn 7 3 Pt. Field Cultivator; Ferguson PlowParts; Side Delivery Wheel Driven Hay Rake OnRubber; Antique American Sheding Machine Co.9 Hoe Grain Drill On Wood Spoke Wheels

Snowmobiles - Garden Tractors -Outboard Motors - Fishing Equipment

Brand New, Poulan Pro 8 Hp. Gas Self PropelledSnow Blower, 110v Elec. Start Plan For SnowThis Year!; 1969 Artic Cat 303 Panther; 1970Polaris TX 340; 1970S Polaris 400 Custom;1970 Polaris Snowmobile Lighted AdvertisingSign W/ 1 Panel Damaged, Works, From JohnsonDealership In Reed City, Mi.; 2 Dbl. SnowmobileTrailers; Homelite T-16 Riding Lawn Tractor W/Snow Blower & Rototiller; Simplicity 730 ClassicRiding Mower & 36 Rear Tiller; Luma Tent Ice

Fishing Shanty, Made In Muskegon, Mi.; S/A 4x8Utility Trailer; 4 Antique Johnson Outboards; 5 Hp Johnson Fastwin Outboard; 8 Hp. Homelite26 Snow Blower; Alum. Topper; Bamboo Fly RodW/ Martin Reel; Chest Waders; Heddon Fly RodParts; Tackle Box

Misc. Items From Around The Farm& Shop

Ton Chain Falls; 275 Gal. Fuel Oil Tank OnStand; 3 Bull Dozer Elec. Fencers; 30 Alum. Ext.Ladder; 300 Gal Overhead Gas Tank On StandW/ Hose; 4X16 Grain Auger; Air Tools; Chain

Saws; Coleman Lamp; Craftsman Floor Mod.Metal Band Saw; Elec. Angle Grinder; Elec.Bug Eater; Fersuson Head Lights; Front Tine5 Hp. Rototiller; Garden Hand Tools; GardenTractor Lawn Spreader; Gas Pack Sprayers;Gas Weed Whips; Hand Crank Sickle Sharpener;Knipco Salamander; Kohler Gas Water Pump;Lincoln 225 Amp. Welder; Metal Fence Posts;Micrometer; Push Mowers; Ryobi Elec. BeltSander; Several Asst. Shop Hand Tools; SeveralEcho Gas Chain Saws & Others; Several Sm. GasEngines; Sm. Air Compressor; Sm. Chain SawBlade Servicing Tools; Sm. Gas Engine & ChainSaw -New Parts; Small Engine Shop ServiceManuals; Sthil Gas Tree Pole Saw; Table Saw

Small Engines & Chain Saws/Repair

Shop Tools10 Gal. Crock W/ Blue Swirl; 3 Sythes; 3 WalkingCultivators & 1 Walking Plow; Antique Cant Hook;Antique Cross Cut Saw; Antique Gols MetalGeneral Store Scale; Antique Hay Knife & FarmPrimitives; Antique Holland Home Wood HeatingFurnace W/ Heat Vent Top; Antique PlatformScales; Antiques & Farm Primitives; Asst. Sm.Crocks; Horse Eveners & Whipple Trees; Milk &Cream Can; Porcelain Modern Tobacco Adv. Sign;Sm. Animal Traps; Tin Union Leader Tobacco Adv.Sign; Wood 1X2 Ferguson Adv. Sign


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AG SITUATION BETTER IN

2010

MECOSTA COUNTY Much toom and Connie Grants delight,close to 1,000 pumpkins grew ontheir one-acre pumpkin this year

about double what the Rodneyfarm yielded during the fall of2009.Tom Grant attributes last fallslow yield to the cooler-than-average weather, which slowedbee pollination of the plants.The temperatures also made thepumpkins that did develop, do soslowly.

This year, however, it wascompletely different story for thegourds. The rain was consistent,as was the warm weather, whichnever became too hot.Last year was such a badyear, Grant said. This year wasperfect for everything.The everthing Grant referred toincludes other Mecosta Countycash crops, such as hay andcorn.It seems to be two ends of

the spectrum weve seen intwo years, Jerry Lindquist,a Michigan State UniversityExtension agricultural educator inOsceola County. In my 28-yearcareer, this has probably beenthe greatest growing seasonfrom a crop-yield standpoint thatI have ever seen. ... These plantsdidnt lack for anything. They justgrew big fruits and big kernels ofcorn.

BED BUGS: UNWELCOMEHITCHHIKERS

(NewsUSA) - Your bed mightseem like a respite after timespent away from home -- untilyou wake up covered in red,itchy bites. Unfortunately, thisscenario is becoming morecommon; bed bugs are onthe rise, and many travelersbring them home as unwantedsouvenirs.

Bed bugs are insects that feedon human blood. Dark browncreatures the size of appleseeds, bed bugs bite sleepinghumans -- they even injectanesthetics to keep people fromwaking. Although their bitesitch and can produce allergicreactions in some people, bedbugs are not known to transmitdisease.

In the 1990s, few Americanshad ever seen bed bugs, butthe ectoparasites have come

back in a big way. In a survey ofpest management professionalsconducted by the NationalPest Management Association

(NPMA) and the University ofKentucky, 95 percent of U.S.respondents said that theircompany encountered a bed buginfestation in the past year. Only25 percent of them could say thesame thing in 1999.

Bed bugs are accomplishedhitchhikers. They travel insuitcases and furniture, or byattaching themselves to clothes.Bed bugs can be found in any

place where humans gather ingroups, including movie theaters,churches and libraries, as well asplaces that see many travelers,like hotels.

A visual inspection is thebest way to detect bug bugs.Check beds and furniture whenchecking into hotels, and inspectyour suitcase before bringing itinto your house. If you suspectthat you have bed bugs at home,

call a professional, as bed bugsare the most difficult pest to treat.

Want to learn more about bedbugs? Visit the NPMAs Bed BugHub at PestWorld.org/bedbugsfor fact sheets, FAQs, news andmore resources.

For more information or to finda local pest professional, visitwww.PestWorld.org.

SAVE MONEY, HELP THEENVIRONMENT WITH

PROPERLY INFLATED TIRES

(NewsUSA) - Tire pressuremonitoring systems (TPMS) arenow a standard safety feature onall new cars in the United States.TPMS automatically monitors tirepressure and alerts the driverwhen the pressure in one ormore tires becomes significantlylow -- and potentially dangerous.

Still, conducting monthly tirepressure checks is one of thesmartest driving moves you canmake. Not only are properlyinflated tires critical for vehiclesafety, they also increase fuelefficiency and reduce carbondioxide emissions.

Increase Fuel Efficiency

According to the U.S.

Department of Energy, 3.56million gallons of gasolineare wasted every day due to

incorrectly inflated tires. Thegood news is you can improvegas mileage just by keeping tiresinflated to the proper pressure.

In fact, one study showed that ifgas costs $3 per gallon, propertire pressure can save you up to$432 at the pump each year.

Reduce Carbon DioxideEmissions

According to the U.S.Environmental ProtectionAgency, the typical car in theUnited States releases morethan five tons of carbon dioxide

into the atmosphere each year.By keeping tires properly inflated,you can reduce your vehiclescarbon footprint by an averageof 327 pounds per year. Becausea tire can lose up to half its airpressure without appearing tobe under-inflated, you cannotrely on a tires appearance todetermine whether its properlyinflated or not.

Tire Pressure Tips From

Schrader

To help ensure your tires areproperly inflated year-round,here are some tips fromSchrader, the inventor andleading manufacturer of TPMSworldwide:

* Check the pressure in allfour tires -- and the spare tire-- monthly with an accurate tiregauge, and always check tirepressure before a long road trip.

* The right pressure for yourvehicles tires can be found inthe vehicles manual or on thedriver door edge, glove boxor fuel door. Do not follow theinformation listed on the tiresidewall.

* For the most accurate reading,tires should be checked whenthey are cool.

* Always remember to replacethe valve cap.

For more tips, including whatto do if the TPMS symbolilluminates on your dashboard,visit TPMSMadeSimple.com.Schrader created the site to helpeducate drivers about TPMSand the importance of proper tirepressure.

INCLUDE RECOVERY TIME IN

YOUR EXERCISE PLAN

(NewsUSA) - When you thinkabout getting in shape, youmight flash back to 80s moviemontages of jogging up stairs,

hitting punching bags andpracticing martial arts moves. Butif the movies had it right, theydalso show the hero kicking backwith a glass of chocolate milk-- when it comes to getting inshape or improving performance,recovery time is just as importantas working out. Exercise createsmicro-tears in muscle fibers.The body repairs those muscles,making them stronger thanthey were before the workout.

But muscle repair takes time.If you exercise before yourmuscles recover, you increasethe damage. Over a period oftime, youll actually sabotageyour performance by repeatedlybreaking down muscle withoutgiving it a chance to rebuild.

The faster your body can recoverafter exercise, the stronger youllget, because youll be able toexercise at a higher level more

frequently. Here are some tips foimproving muscle recovery forbetter performance:

* Fuel your muscles. Musclerecovery starts right after aworkout, so you should giveyour body the nutrients itneeds to rebuild muscle assoon as possible. Drink waterand electrolytes immediatelyafter exercise. Exercise usesup muscles glycogen energystores, so replenish them withsimple carbohydrates. Make sureto eat protein within two hoursafter working out. In one study,those who drank chocolate milkafter exercise recovered morequickly than those who drank asports beverage, probably dueto milks balance of minerals,carbohydrates and protein.

* Increase circulation. The moreblood going to your

legs, the better. Stretching

and massage can help yourmuscles release toxins. You mayalso want to try a pain-relievingliquid, such as Absorbine, Jr.(www.absorbinejr.com). Thenatural herbal formula providestemporary relief from muscleaches by improving circulationand reducing pain, so you canspeed up your recovery time andget back to your sport.

* Rest. Getting a full eight hoursof sleep will help your body

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050 Help Wanted

OUTSTANDING FULL TIME opportu-nity with benefits for a Dental Front DeskReceptionist is available at MCDC inBig Rapids. Dentrix experience preferred.MCDC is a not-for-profit managementervices corporation, established in 2006or delivery of public health dental serv-ices throughout Michigan. Qualified appli-ants will have at least 3 years of dentalxperience. Send resume and refer-nces to: [email protected] or

ax # 231-582-2967 or mail to One Watertreet, Suite 200, Boyne City, MI 49712.

MCDC is an EOE.

050 Help Wanted

THE MECOSTA-OSCEOLA INTER-

MEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT isaccepting applications for an OccupationalTherapist and a Home Visitor/PlaygroupFacilitator. Complete postings are avail-able at www.moisd.org. Interested appli-cants must submit a letter of applica-tion, resume with current letters of rec-ommendation, and transcripts/certificationsby October 15, 2010, to: Mark R. Klumpp,Assistant Superintendent, Mecosta-Osce-ola Intermediate School District, 15760190th Avenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307


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recover. On a similar note,give your body time to rebuildbetween workouts. Most athletesinclude one or two recoverydays in their training programs,

when they will either not exerciseor will perform a low-intensityactivity, such as walking.

DO GREEN PRODUCTS

WORK? ARE THEY COST-

EFFECTIVE?

(NewsUSA) - Todays consumersappreciate businesses with asense of social responsibility, butbeing a good global citizen whilemaintaining a positive customerenvironment and keeping costsdown can be a challenge. Some

businesses are rising to thechallenge by starting recyclingprograms and installing energy-efficient light bulbs, but thinkthat further initiatives will betoo complicated to implement.A green cleaning program, can,however, meet any businesscriteria for performance and cost.

Performance

If a product doesnt work, itdoesnt matter that it is earth-

friendly or affordable. Companiescan go to their distributors, whowill usually provide sampleproducts. Companies canthen test the products in as

many scenarios as possible.Tests should take weather intoconsideration. For example,businesses located in regionsthat experience heavy rain orsnow all winter may not choosethe best product if they test indry, summery conditions.

Most product lines include highlyeffective products as well asothers that dont work as well.Since its pragmatic to order allproducts from a single brand,businesses should match theirmost important cleaning needs tothe best products in the line. Forexample, a jewelry retailer musthave crystal-clear display casesto showcase their products, sopriority should be given to aline with a highly effective glasscleaner.

Green

Evaluating the green claimsof cleaning products canalso be difficult. Several

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sporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. andsporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located fourmiles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more informationcontact Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behindEastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is open for toursfrom 2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday at the museum, locatedat 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W.at (231) 796-8371.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue MethodistChurch in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come forfood. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.The Mecosta County Genealogical Society is holdinga special Saturday session from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. atits office at 424 N. Fourth Ave. in Big Rapids (next to

Recycle!) to celebrate Family History Month. Bring inyour family histories or old photo to share and checkout our vast collection of Mecosta County historyand genealogies. Bring out of town guests before theFerris Homecoming parade and join us for cider anddoughnuts. Call Maureen at (231) 250-5555 to learnhow MCGS can help you preserve your family history.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. PaulsCampus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. Formore information call (800) 230-4085.

SUNDAY, OCT. 10Alcoholics Anonymous Old Jail House Group meets at7 p.m. at 220 S. Stewart Ave. Call Darwin T. at (231)796-8956.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. MichaelsSchool in Remus. For more information call Brad B.(989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Sunday Singles Dance at the Goodyear Lanes andLounge from 7 to 11 p.m. in their newly remolded room,located at the corner of M-55 and Old 27, Houghton

Lake. Please enter through the door facing Old 27. Call(989) 539-5406 if you have any questions concerningthe dance.Alanon meeting support group for families and friendsof alcoholics will be held at 7 p.m. at the Old Jail in BigRapids.Evart United Methodist Church youth group meets from5 to 7 p.m. at the corner of First and Cherry streets.Fourth grade through 12th grade invited. Join the groupfor a free meal, games and fellowship.All-you-can-eat breakfast is from 8 to 11 a.m. atAMVETS Red Arrow Post 1941 in Big Rapids, itincludes eggs,pancakes, potatoes and beverage for $6,sponsored by the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary.

MONDAY, OCT. 11Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe 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 CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.The Big Rapids Lions Club meets at the Gate at 6:30p.m.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 1836116 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Schizophrenia Anonymous meets from 10:30 to11:30 a.m. at Community Mental Health, 500 S. ThirdAve., Big Rapids. SA is a support group with a 6-stepprogram. Anyone with schizophrenia or mental illness ismore than welcome to attend. For more information callMike B. at (231) 592-4654 or (231) 796-3553. Coffee isavailable at meetings.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high rise inBig 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 at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Glenn C.

at (231) 796-3703.Divorce Care meetings are held from 7 to 9 p.m. at NewHope United Methodist Church, 7296 Nine Mile Roadin Mecosta. The meetings cover a nonconsecutive13-step program for getting through a divorce. Newmembers are always welcome. Contact Sharon Gray at(231) 598-0337 or New Hope Church at (231) 972-2838for more information.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 to 11a.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behindEastwood Early Childhood Center.Living On Grief Support Group at 9 a.m. on the secondMonday of each month at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884. For those who experience death ordivorce from a spouse.

TUESDAY, OCT. 12Big Rapids Rotary Club meets at noon at the HolidayInn and Conference Center.Beginning 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.Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. MichaelsSchool in Remus. For more information call Brad B.

(989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Tai Chi is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,

call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Card recycling is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Theology is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884.TOPS No. 1189 meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at FirstBaptist Church, 200 S. Stewart Ave., Big Rapids. Call(231) 796-6271 for more information.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.Grief peer support group meets at 9 a.m. at CadillacBig Boy. For questions, call Pastor Brad Center at (231)779-9550.General Federation of Womens Club meets at 7 p.m.in the Big Rapids Department Public Safety conferenceroom. The presentation will be by the International

Outreach Community Service Program. Hostesses forthe evening are Bonnie Jacoby, Sue Johnson and KaylaKesting. Interest guests are asked to contact Joyce Iltisat (231) 250-6379 for directions.Country dance classes will be held at 6:30 p.m. at theChase Township Hall. For more information, contactJeff at (231) 250-4159.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at St. PaulsCampus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in Big Rapids. Formore information call (800) 230-4085.Blood pressure/glucose testing by Metron takes placeon the second Tuesday of each month at the MecostaCounty Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Formore information, call (231) 972-2884.Alzheimers support group hosted by the AlzheimersAssociation, Greater Michigan Chapter. Meeting isheld the second Tuesday of every month from 6 to 7:30p.m. at Mecosta County Medical Center, AdministrativeConference Room 2 in Big Rapids. A help line isavailable 24/7 at (800) 272-3900.

Caregivers support group, 2 to 4 p.m. second and

fourth Tuesdays of the month at Reed City PublicLibrary community room. Call (231) 832-2131 for moreinformation.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 13Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is 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 6 p.m.Library preschool story hour is at 10:30 a.m. at BigRapids Community Library. Open to the public.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Glenn C.at (231) 796-3703.Hersey Farmers Market is from 3 to 6:30 p.m. in

downtown Hersey. Contact Deana Jager at (231) 465-4058 or [email protected] County Genealogical Society SUSPENDSits 5 to 7 p.m. hours during the winter starting thismonth. The office is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., BigRapids (next to Recycle!) and all winter will be openby appointment by calling (231) 250-5555. Researchersand those interested in Mecosta County history canaccess the historical and genealogical collection ofthousands of obits, newspaper articles, cemeteryrecords and other records. Watch the Pioneer for ourspecial Saturday sessions on the second Saturday ofthe month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (except the Novemberdate, which will be Nov. 6).Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue MethodistChurch in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come forfood. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 1836116 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call

(231) 972-2884.The Big Rapids Dharma Study Group will meet at 7 p.m.at 309 Marion Ave., in Big Rapids. Weekly meetingsinclude discussing various dharma texts, questionsand answers and watching dharma-related videos. Thegroup is under the direction of Michael and MargaretErlewine, who have more than 35 years of experiencein meditation and dharma practice. Beginning studentsare welcome.Worlds Largest Cruise Night (and day, too!) from 10a.m. to 7 p.m. at Pathfinders Travel in downtown BigRapids. There will be specials and cabin upgradesavailable at this event only.Fourth Street Farmers Market is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.next to Big Rapids Farm & Garden on Fourth Street inBig Rapids. Any questions, call (231) 796-6363.Remus Area Historical Society meets the secondWednesday each month at 5 p.m. at the Remus AreaMuseum, 324 S. Sheridan, Remus. Remus HeritageDays will not be meeting until after the new calendar

year.Big Rapids Business & Professional Womens Clubmeets at 6:30 p.m. at Osburndale, at the end of LilacStreet in Big Rapids.

THURSDAY, OCT. 14Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St. MichaelsSchool in Remus. For more information call Brad B.

(989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at (989) 967-8478.Harmonica is at 10:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Painting and drawing is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Scrabble is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884.Pedro is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Pinochle is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information,call (231) 972-2884.Overeaters Anonymous meets at 6:15 p.m. in conferenceroom A, the third room on the right, at Mecosta CountyMedical Center; enter on the corner of Locust Streetand Winter Avenue. For more information, call Eric at

(866) 398-5440.The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group meets at noonat St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Darwin T.at (231) 796-8956.Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 3 to 5:30p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behindEastwood Early Childhood Center.The Disabled American Veterans Chapter and AuxiliaryUnit 18 of Big Rapids meets at 6:30 p.m. at the DAVHall, located at 402 N. Michigan Ave. in Big Rapids. Anyveteran with a 30 percent disability or greater is eligiblefor membership and encouraged to join. The chaptersarea is to the north and east to Cadillac and Manistee,east to Muskegon, south to Grand Rapids and westto Mount Pleasant. For more information, visit www.davmembersportal.org/chapters/mi/18/default.aspx.Big Rapids Antique Farm and Power Clubs generalmembership meetings are at 7 p.m. on the secondThursday of the month, from March through October, at

15422 Old Millpond Road in Big Rapids. All are invited you dont need a tractor! Annual family membershipis $20. Introductory special is $10 for the first year.Contact Jerry at (231) 796-2834 or [email protected] County Sheriffs Posse meets at 7 p.m. thesecond Thursday of each month in the basement of theMecosta County Jail. Looking for new members. Formore information call (231) 796-0966.

FRIDAY, OCT. 15Enhance Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Readers Theatre is at 10 a.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For moreinformation, call (231) 972-2884.Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. For more information, call (231) 972-2884.Euchre is at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County Senior Center,12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview high rise inBig 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 at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W.at (231) 796-8371.Knitting circle meets at 4 p.m. at the Barryton PublicLibrary. Knitters of all levels are encouraged to comeand learn or share knitting techniques.Enhance Fitness is at 10:15 a.m. at the Eagles, 1836116 Mile Road in Big Rapids. For more information, call(231) 972-2884.

SATURDAY, OCT. 16The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holds trap andsporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at 10 a.m. andsporting clays start at 1 p.m. The club is located fourmiles west of Mecosta on M-20. For more informationcontact Jack Hays at (231) 592-1587.

Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., behindEastwood Early Childhood Center.Mecosta County Historical Society is open for toursfrom 2 to 4 p.m. every Saturday at the museum, locatedat 129 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30p.m. in the basement of the Third Avenue MethodistChurch in Big Rapids. Come for fellowship, come forfood. All are welcome and the healthy lunch is free.The Big Jackson Church of God is holding its annualbazaar, bake sale and luncheon from 10 a.m. to 3p.m. The church is located at 4001 13 Mile Road(approximately eight miles from U.S. 131 off 19 MileRoad). For more information, call (231) 592-1210 or(231) 796-3454.Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets at 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact Woody W.at (231) 796-8371.Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St. Pauls

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2-BEDROOM MOBILE HOME nearChippewa Lake. Excellent, clean con-dition. Natural gas, no pets. $450/mon.231-250-2770 or 231-867-3341.

2-BEDROOM TRADITIONAL DUPLEXapartment (not a made-over old house).Completely redecorated. Washer/dryer,refrigerator, stove, furnished and main-tained. Need your own furniture. Drybasement, separate and lockable. Largeyard. We mow. We don't snowplow.$595/month, plus utilities, which are sep-arate for each apartment. Security depositrequired. 231-796-9205

2-BEDROOM, 1-BATH HOUSE in Paris.100ft Muskegon River frontage, fencedyard, washer/dryer, central air/cond.$525/mon. deposit $525 (231)250-8200.

3 BEDROOM APARTMENT with laundryhook-up, a/c, carport. Near Big Rapids$725/month includes utilities (231)796-8774

4-BEDROOM, 2-BATH HOME in thecountry, just 8 miles north of Big Rapids.No Pets and Security Deposit required.For more information, call Judy @ 231-598-0987.

QUIET SUBDIVISION NORTH BigRapids. 2-Bedroom, Duplex, starting$500/month. No pets! Gary (231)796-4564 or (231)796-1065

REED CITY: 2-BEDROOM, apartments,quiet/clean, utilities included, no pets.Rent starting $600/month. On-site man-ager. (231)465-4049

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EDITORS NOTE: Please check with yourclub or organization to be certain of meetings,outings and classes, as they may be canceleddue to bad weather or other reasons. If anylisting is incorrect, please call (231)832-5566or (231)745-4635 with correct information.

DOMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyonebeing abused is 1-800-950-5808. There is noexcuse for abuse.

ANGEL ANIMAL RESCUE, Low CostServices. Call (231)679-0489 For MoreInformation.

HEARTLAND HOSPICE VOLUNTEERTRAINING. Heartland Hospice of Cadillac islooking for caring and dedicated people with

an interest in serving terminally ill patients andtheir families in the Reed City Area and theoutlaying communities. Volunteers provideservices such as friendly visiting, patienttransport/patient outings, errand running, childcare, and clerical services. Volunteer classesare available to fit each persons schedule.Please call Paul King at Heartland Hospice at231-775-6840 for further information.

SATURDAY

REED CITY VFW POST 2964 CHICKEN BBQ(Third Saturday of every month), 5-7 p.m.(231)832-5102.

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

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

SUNDAY

REED CITY VFW Ladies Auxiliary AllAmerican Breakfast (first Sunday of everymonth), 8a.m-12 noon. 129 East OsceolaAvenue.

LAST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH, BreakfastBuffet, 7:30-11 a.m. Evart Moose Lodge,#2452, 8400 U.S.-10.

EVART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2ndSunday of every month.

REED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stopserving their Pancake Breakfast on the thirdSunday of each month until further notice.

EVART UNITED METHODIST YOUTH meetevery Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the churchon the corner of First and Cherry St. 4th gradethrough 12th grade invited. Join the group fora free meal, games and fellowship.

MONDAY

REED CITY AMVETS POST 2965 MEETING,7p.m. 129 E. Osceola Avenue. For moreinformation, call Cliff Galloup (231)832-2787.Meetings are second Monday of every month).

T.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday atReed City St. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in5:30p.m., meeting 6p.m.

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

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

BUTTERFLY BUNCH BREAST CANCERSUPPORT GROUP MEETING secondMonday of each month, 7p.m. For moreinformation, call Carol Ladd (231)734-5305.

EVART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingoeach Monday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors openat 4p.m. Early bird takes place at 6p.m. withregular regular bingo at 6:30p.m. (License No.A21600)

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Mondayevening at Trinity Lutheran Church on highwayUS-10 in Reed City. Weigh in at 5:30 p.m.,

meeting starts at 6:00p.m.

THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETYPROGRAM LOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER.Cancer Support Group for Women. Sponsoredby Paradise Salon and Spectrum HealthReed City Hospital Cancer Services. 2ndMonday of every other month at 4:00 p.m.January-March-May-July-September-November. Hosted by Crossroads RadiationTherapy Center, 4499 220th Street, ReedCity, Michigan 49677. Interested? Inquire bycalling: Oncology Infusion Services Staff 832-7105, Crossroads Radiation Center 832-5817or Paradise Salon 832-3411.

NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUPMEETING, at the Sears Church of God,

corner of Highway 10 and 40th Ave., westentrance. This group meets the last mondayof each month at 6 p.m. to discuss naturalhealth options and specific subjects, CO-OPinformation is also available.

TUESDAY

LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDINGSUPPORT GROUP MEETING, 10a.m.Monthly topics. Open to all pregnantand nursing mothers. Children welcome.Downtown Reed City. Contact Sue, LLLgroup leader for directions or questions,(231)832-1858 or email LLL [email protected].(Meetings are Third Tuesday of every month.)

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

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5-6 p.m. (everyTuesday) at the church, 216 S. Main Street,Hersey. For more information, call the church(231)832-9072. Church is barrier free.

FREE CLOTHING - FOOD available tothose in need (second and fourth Tuesdayof the month), 5p.m. at Idlewild Seventh DayAdventist Churchs Community Service.

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATIONFOOD PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday)1-4p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church. Call(231)832-2624 for more information.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUPMEETING, (second Tuesday of each month),1p.m. at St. Anns Church Basement in

Baldwin. For further information, call Shawn(231)745-8421.

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

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

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets thesecond and fourth Tuesdays of the month,2-4p.m. The group meets at the CommunityMental Health for Central Michigan in OsceolaCounty located at 4473 220th Ave. in ReedCity. For mor information call (231)832-2247. The group is for individuals whoprovide caregiving services for individualswith Dementia, Alzheimers or other chronic/terminal medical conditions. There is nocharge to participate and there are noresidency restrictions.

GFWC EVART WOMENS CLUB meets 7p.m.the second Tuesday of the month at St. PaulLutheran Church. Open to the public. The Maymeeting honors Girl Scouts with a Girl Scoutstea.

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

ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP forfamilies and friends of Alcoholics will meetevery Tuesday at St. Phillips Church, ReedCity at 8 p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided inTustin on Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon.Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerly

the Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. Thereis entertainment after lunch. For informationcall 231-734-6005.

THE RED HATS, known as the ClassyLassies in Purple and Red, of Evart, meetevery THIRD Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. Themeeting place is the Evart Depot. Pink Hattersare welcome too (the younger ones). Callour Queen, Jan, at 734-5010 or Vice QueenLinda, at 734-9733 for any information orquestions you may have.

WEDNESDAY

ELIJAHS PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesdayof each month), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-EmanuelLutheran Church, 202 Albert Street, LeRoy.

Open to the public, free of charge.

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

PATHFINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY SummerStory Hour, 1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. Aparent must remain in the l ibrary during storyhour.

SOUTH EVART QUILT CLUB, (first and thirdWednesday of the month), 10:30a.m.-2p.m.with potluck lunch at noon. Contact Margie(231)734-3857 or Ann (231)867-3237.

EVART FAITH BIBLE CHURCH PIONEERCLUB, 6p.m. every Wednesday for firstthrough sixth grades.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIMEis every Wednesday from 11:15a.m. untilnoon.There will be games, crafts, songs andstories.

BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUBMEETINGS are held the first Wednesdayof each month (excluding January throughMarch), and the public is always welcome.The doors open at 5:30 for a pot luck dinnerfollowed by the meeting which starts at7:00p.m.

OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FORHUMANITIES meeting is the first Wednesdayof every month. Call the hotline for locationof the meeting and for information. (231)832-8453

EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCEmeets at 6p.m. the second Wednesday ofeach month. For information call 734-9799.

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

THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meetsthe first Wednesday of each month at 7:30p.m. at the Big Rapids Masonic Temple oneast 19 Mile Road in Big Rapids.

~OCTOBER 13COME JOIN US Wednesday, October 13 atthe United Methodist Church in Reed City forAARP #2418 meeting, potluck at 12 noon.Bring a dish to pass and your own tableservice. Speaker will be Clark Clawson ofLegal Aid informing senior citizens on howto get legal advise on issues including socialsecurity. Question and answer period to follow.Everyone welcome. Questions, call Mary LouProefrock at (231)832-4938.

THURSDAY

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATIONFOOD PANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday)1-4p.m. at St. Philip Neri Church. Call(231)832-2624 for mor information.

FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday ofeach month), at Baldwin Family Health CareConference Room. For more informationcontact 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 UnitedMethodist Church.

T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10p.m., meeting at 6:35 p.m. at Calvary BaptistChurch, Evart, corner of Third and Oak. Formor information, call Ruth at (231)734-2844 orTerri at (231)734-5348.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING,1p.m. at Evart United Methodist Church.

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at ReedCity Church of the Nazarene, 5300 220thAve., Reed City.

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

REED CITY VFW/AmVet Post 2964/2965THURSDAY NIGHT BURGER NIGHT, every

4th thursday of the month.

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

CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVERS meetevery Thursday from 7 to 9p.m. in the EvartDepots community room. There is no charge.For more information, call (231)734-5125 or(231)734-9131

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS everyThursday evening at the Assembly of GodChurch in Big Rapids. Weighin at 6:00 p.m.,meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUBmeets every third Thursday of the month.

EVART CAR CLUB meets the secondThursday of every month at the Evart Mooseat 7p.m.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided inTustin on Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon.Location is at Boomers Ronevous (formerlythe Sportsman Club) on 213 Nielson St. Thereis entertainment after lunch. For informationcall 231-734-6005.

~OCTOBER 21WALLEYE FISH DINNER will be held at theVFW POST #10770, LeRoy, MI on Thursday,October 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. Cost is donation.Public welcome. Hall is on Mackinaw Trail inLeRoy next to Citizens Bank.

~FRIDAY

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

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

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

EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from5 to 8p.m. Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at8400 US-10 in Evart. For more information call(231)734-6181

BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoyVFW Post #10770 on Mackinaw Trail nextto Citizens Bank. Earlybird starts at 6p.m.Concession stand is open.

~OCTOBER 15WELCAS FALL FESTIVAL at St. PaulLutheran Church, 22275 4 Mile Road, ReedCity will be Friday, October 15th. Bake Saleand Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with Raffledrawing at 1 p.m. and lunch served from 11a.m. to 1 p.m. Come and enjoy.

PLEASE NOTE NEW DAY FOR EVENTS TOBE TURNED IN FOR PUBLICATION.Send all upcoming events no later thanWednesday Noon to:The Tri-CountyYvonne Morneau211 W. Upton, Suit B

Reed City, MI 49677Phone: (231)832-5566Fax: (231)832-5558

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SUGAR BEETS By The Scoop, Alsobagged beets and shell corn. 10 Miles eastof Morley Stanwood School on 5 Mile Rd.Opening September 16th. (231)972-8205 & (231)972-2232

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