November 17, 2012

COMMUNITY

November 17, 2012

Community Service of Thanksgiving

Reaching over 13,000 homes in Otsego, Plainwell, Martin, Cooper and Alamo areas since 1945

Sunday Evening, Nov. 18 • 6:00pm Otsego High School Auditorium

Shoppers Guide www.communityshoppersguide.net

email: shoppersguide@sbcglobal.net

Phone (269) 694-9431

Community Thanksgiving Dinner Mon. Nov. 19 • 11:00am - 2:00pm Otsego United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall 223 E. Allegan - Otsego

OPEN MONDAY-THURSDAY 8:00AM-5:00PM; FRIDAY 8:00AM-4:00PM

117 N. Farmer - P.O. Box 168 - Otsego, MI 49078

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Fax (269) 694-9145

H A R O L D

ZEIGLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP • RAM

2013 Chrysler 200 Stock #DN574405 MSRP $22,990.00

SALE PRICE

$

16,821

Plus tax, title and license. Includes Returning Chrysler or Competitive Lease Loyalty and Consumer rebates.

2012 Ram 1500 Crew 4x4 Stock #CS341013 MSRP $36,305.00

ONLY

$ 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan

2013 Dodge Journey

Stock #DR601006 - MSRP $24,585.00

2013 Chrysler 200 Ltd.

Stock #DT563978 - MSRP $28,035.00

Stock #DN526046 - MSRP $25,680.00

SALE PRICE

ONLY

$

20,250

Plus tax, title and license. Includes Returning Chrysler or Competitive Lease Loyalty and consumer rebates.

$

259/mth

39 mth. lease, 10,000 mi. per year. $1,900 due at signing includes Returning Chrysler or Conquest lease loyalty. Plus tax, title & lic.

$

249/mth

36 mth. lease, 10,000 mi. per year. $1,900 due at signing includes Returning Chrysler or Conquest lease loyalty and downpayment match.

Plus tax, title & lic.

ONLY

199/mth

36 mth. lease, 10,000 mi. per year. $1,900 due at signing includes Returning Chrysler or Conquest lease loyalty. Plus tax, title & lic.

2013 Jeep Patriot 4x4 Stock #DD140570 - MSRP $24,285.00

$

ONLY

214/mth

2013 Chrysler Town & Country

39 mth. lease, 10,000 mi. per year. $1,900 due at signing includes Returning Chrysler or Conquest Lease Loyalty. Plus tax, title & license.

Stock #DR588538 - MSRP $30,990.00

ONLY

$

246/mth

36 mth. lease, 10,000 mi. per year. $1,900 due at signing includes Returning Chrysler or Conquest Lease Loyalty. Plus tax, title & license.

2013 Chrysler Town & Country Stock #DR604341 - MSRP $30,990.00

SALE PRICE

$

25,848

Plus tax, title and license. Includes Returning Chrysler or Competitive Lease Loyalty and consumer rebates

2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Stock #DC507523 - MSRP $30,420.00

ONLY

$

264/mth

39 mth. lease, 10,000 mi. per year. $1,900 due at signing includes Returning Chrysler or Conquest Lease Loyalty. Plus tax, title & license.

H A R O L D

ZEIGLER CHRYSLER • DODGE • JEEP • RAM FOR A GREAT EXPERIENCE!

PLAINWELL

Mon., Tues., Wed. 9am-8pm, Thurs. & Fri. 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday Closed

(269)685-5800 1186 E. M-89 Plainwell

www.hzplainwell.com

COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...November 17, 2012....Phone 694-9431

HAROLD ZEIGLER

PLAINWELL

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2013 Ford Fiesta SE MSRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $17,090.

Zeigler Discount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $400.

Retail Customer Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $1,000.

Sync & Sound Bonus Cash. . . . . . . . . . . . . - $395.

Competitive Conquest Bonus Cash . . . . . . - $500.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––– $

Your Price!

14,795 Plus tax, title and license

2013 Ford Focus SE MSRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20,090.

Zeigler Discount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $1,196.

Retail Customer Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $2,000.

Sync & Sound Bonus Cash. . . . . . . . . . . . . - $395.

Competitive Conquest Bonus Cash . . . . . . - $500.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––– $

Your Price!

15,999 Plus tax, title and license

2013 Ford Taurus SEL

See for yourself. Only at your local Ford Dealer.

MSRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $29,595.

Zeigler Discount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $1,850.

Retail Customer Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $3,000.

Ford Credit Bonus Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $1250.

Bonus Customer Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $500.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––– $

Your Price!

22,995 Plus tax, title and license

Bill Green

Bill Shulack

Scott Smith Corey Pederson Steve Sobol

Vince Nowaczyk Jim Webber

Mon., Tues., Wed. 9am-8pm, Thurs. & Fri. 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday Closed

H A R O L D

ZEIGLER F O R D

• FOR A GREAT EXPERIENCE! •

1260 W. M-89 • PLAINWELL

269-685-5801 www.zeiglerford.com

2013 Ford Edge SE MSRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $28,350.

Zeigler Discount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $1,395.

Retail Customer Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $2,000.

Ford Credit Bonus Cash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $500.

Retail Bonus Cash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - $500.

–––––––––––––––––––––––––– $

Your Price!

23,955 Plus tax, title and license

COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...November 17, 2012....Phone 694-9431

Celebrating Our Anniversary!

Holiday Package Specials

Facial, Manicure & Massage

80 $ 85 $

With Sheila, Necole & Leslie H. Only.

Must be used by Feb. 28, 2013.

Pedicure, Manicure & Massage With Leslie H., Michelle, Sheila & Necole. Must be used by Feb. 28, 2013.

Thank you to Wendy Gauthier for taking our pictures.

STOP IN TO SEE US TODAY FOR YOUR NEW LOOK!

Front Row: Michelle Johnson-Stylist, Leslie DePauw-Owner/Stylist, Necole Yaw-Nail Tech Back Row: Haley Reed-Receptionist, Grace (Ash) Hettinger-Stylist, Kim MacIntosh-Stylist, Ashley Weaver-Stylist, Leslie Hayes-Stylist/Massage, Sheila Sauser-Stylist/Facials, Candy Gorbics-Stylist.

From all of us at Elle Salon...

A huge thank you to all of our clients for their continued loyalty through all of the downtown construction.

We appreciate each and every one of you!

Full Service Salon OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

Salon (269) 685-2222 Mon. - Thurs. 9am-7pm; Sat. 9am-4pm Fri. 9am - 6pm; Sun. 11am-4pm

WALK-INS WELCOME!

• Highlights • Low Lights • Hair Color • Perms •Haircuts • Beaded Extensions • Up-Dos • Waxing •Facials • Ear Piercing • Nails (Acrylic & Gel) • Manicures • Pedicures • Massages • Make-up • Wedding Parties • Princess Parties

Facial, Gel-Manicure, Pedicure & Massage With Sheila, Necole, Michelle and Leslie H. Must be used

by Feb. 28, 2013.

$

25

HAIRCUT & WAX With Kim, Michelle or Grace Thru December, 2012

135

$

10 off

$

HIGHLIGHTS With Sheila, Michelle, Kim or Grace Thru December, 2012

By Jessica

126 E. Bridge Street (M-89) • Across from Joe’s Pizza • Downtown Plainwell

Full-Time/Part-time Stylist Wanted Apply with-in. Ask for Leslie DePauw

West Michigan Glass Concepts, LLC, 116 E. For Rent Allegan St., Otsego. 269-762-3480. For all Great Lakes Plumbing & Heating reminds your glass needs, same day glass replace- 1 or 2 Bedroom Apartments in Otsego: Laundry facility on-site, close to schools. you to call us to tune up your furnace. Ask ment! www.glassrepairmi.com Country living with city conveniences! Call us about our fall specials 349-1644.

Wrobleski Contracting: Additions, remodel- (269)694-4526.

Plastering, Drywall, Water Damage Re- ing, siding. All your home improvement pair. Smooth, textures, repairs. 30 years ex- needs. Call Scott: (269)692-3615. Licensed, 2BR Apartment, Plainwell: 900 sq. ft., with insured. modern appliances. Sorry, no pets! perience. Quality work. 269-569-2165. $565/mo. + electric. Call Georgian Apartments at 269-370-0599.

Carpentry by Corradini: Additions, remodPole Buildings: 24x24x8 shingled/steel, els, kitchens, baths, decks, siding, trim, win$6,975; 30x40x10 shingled/steel, $9,997.

Dunlop’s Orchard MHP, country setting on Built year-round! All sizes, options avail- dow replacement. Licensed/insured. 30 Pine Lake, Plainwell, for a limited time 3 years experience.

Call Mike, (269)343-2723 able! C.L. Kruithoff Building Company, months free lot rent to qualified applicant www.pole-barns.com or (269)686-2825, (ask about details) when you bring in a new Jeffrey B. Hoyt, Builder, (269)760-0035. All or in good condition used home. Pine Lake (269)217-3850 your building needs, no job too big or small. is a nice all sports lake. Can use as full time 2 Men With Tools • Kitchens • Baths • Re- Licensed/insured. Senior discount. resident or a vacation getaway. Call for more pair • Restore • Remodel • Build • Home Ininfo. (269)694-5034. spection. Licensed, insured. Call Jim Beebe Che’Bar Construction, free estimates, credit 269-377-7200, Randy Barz 269-217-8714 cards excepted.

Call Tal now, For Rent: 1 bedroom upstairs apartment, for estimate (269)207-1933.

Otsego area, $525 month + deposit, utilities included. (616)293-2346.

Home Improvement

EVERY DAY SPECIAL ON FOREVER STAMPS - Expires: November 30, 2012

COUPON 409 Oaks Crossing • Otsego (located near Walmart) 269-685-8015

Per Book

$

43.00/roll

MUST PRESENT COUPON ~ 10 book limit per family While supplies last. Limit 5 Rolls Per Customer

Goin’ Postal is an Authorized USPS Shipper, Services First Class, Priority Mail, Express Mail, APO, Parcel Post.

COUPON EVERY DAY SPECIAL ON FOREVER STAMPS - Expires: November 30, 2012

For Rent: Otsego 2 Bedroom Duplex.

Fridge, stove, washer & dryer included. $550/month plus deposit & utilities, (269)692-3592. Available Dec. 1st.

For Rent: Two bedroom mobile home in small country park. $500 rent plus deposit & utilities. Section 8 ok. Rent based on number of people. Available now. Call Carol Brock Realtor, (269)217-2133.

Now Available: 2 Bedroom Mobile Home in country, on private property, between Otsego & Plainwell. No pets, $550/mo.

(269)694-6067 Otsego 1 Bedroom Apartment, $425/mth. + deposit. Includes water & garbage service.

No smoking. 269.381.5574

For Rent: 3 Bedroom Home, Otsego/Plainwell area. Nice home with yard & central air. Plainwell 1 Bedroom apartment for rent.

No pets. 1 yr. lease, deposit, $685/month, Appliances, laundry.

Smoke/pet free.

(269)694-2946 $425/mo. + electric. (616)437-4513 Maybe...you should do something nice for Wanted: To Rent Reasonable Housing. someone every single day, even if it is simply Apartment, trailer, etc. Couple/children. to leave them alone.

Ownership care. (269)685-5678

2009 DODGE JOURNEY SXT AWD

EVERY DAY SPECIAL on

FOR EVER S TAM PS $ 8.60 100 stamps on a roll

For Rent: 3 bedroom house, 2 baths, washer/dryer, dishwasher, garbage disposal, A/C, garage. $750/mth+ dep. & utilities. No pets. (269)664-6103.

“DEWEYS CAR PALACE” 11301 S. M-43 HWY

(269) 623-6301

Power win./locks/seat, cruise, alloy wheels, Sale Price $13,774

$

209/mth.

*

2010 JEEP LIBERTY LIMITED

SAVE TIME & GAS!

Dixon will drive the vehicle you want to see right to your driveway!

www.Deweys-Auto.com *Payments with approved credit. 72 months, 2.99%. Plus doc fee, tax, title, license.

4x4, LOADED! Leather, tow this behind your motorhome!

Sale Price $17,942 $

273/mth.

*

COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...November 17, 2012....Phone 694-9431

CLEARANCE SALES

Shop Small November 24

ON PELLET STOVES GREAT LOW PRICES ON...

• Wood Stoves • Boilers • Outdoor Wood Boilers • Multi-fuel Stoves • Furnaces • Fireplace Inserts

The Cold is Upon Us! Be Ready to Stay Warm!

SAVE MONEY WITH PELLET BURNING STOVES!

Saturday Only!

OPEN 9am - 1pm!

BUY A Lenovo i5 Laptop AND GET...

2 Year FREE Antivirus ($59 Value!)

advancing alternative energy SW Michigan’s #1 Pellet Stove Source 712 East Bridge (M89) Plainwell, MI 49080 (Across the street from Plainwell Coffee Mill and Plainwell Ice Cream)

269.685.8811 BUILT TO A STANDARD NOT A PRICE

www.energymill.net

HUGE SELECTION Many different units in our beautiful showroom!

PELLETS AVAILABLE...Stored INSIDE our warehouse!

We Raise Grass Fed Highland Beef (no grain) no steroids, hormones or antibiotics December 4th Annual Yule Party, master added. You can buy 1 lb. or 100 lbs. (we are psychics, facials, gift bags, crafts & fun, licensed to sell meat by the package). For a only $25 for a great cause, www.bewitch- limited time - Highland Gourmet Ground inpsychic.com in Otsego on 26th Street. Beef special, 50 lbs. or more for $4.75 a pound for a limited time. Regular price (269)686-9198. $6.00. Call your friends, family, neighbors, co-workers - this is a great deal! Keep it all Farm & Produce for yourself or split with someone or give some for Christmas or a birthday. Call now Wildlife Ear Corn $7.00 a bag and order your 50 lbs. We have pork too.

(269)226-8798. 10451 West D. Avenue, Tro- www.rogerslandandcattle.com. Call and lard’s, 2 1/2 miles west of Alamo. come to our farm, 336 19th St., Otsego, (269)694-5034.

Barn & Metal Roof Painting. Reurink Roof Lawn & Garden Maintenance. Dick, Jim or Bob. Call (269)795-7730, (269)795-2337 Coming Soon! Simplicity Lawn tractors with Business Cards: Order yours at the Shoppers 4 wheel suspension!! Order your new SimGuide! Don’t have a design? We can help plicity today at Quality Products. 26 years ex277 12th St., Plainwell, with that too! Full color cards starting at only perience. or www.qualityprod$19.90 per 100! Black and white cards (269)685-8781 uctsplainwell.com starting at $39.95 per 1,000.

Entertainment

NEW LOCATION!

108 S. MAIN ST., PLAINWELL HOURS: M-F 9am-5pm; Sat. 9am-Noon

Visit our website and Facebook page for ongoing specials!

CADNET

energymill

(269)685-8263

www.islandcitycomputers.com

NATIONAL ADVERTISING NETWORK

PREGNANT? PREGNANT? CONSIDERING ADOPTION? You choose from families nationwide. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Abby's One True Gift Adoptions.

866-413-6292, 24/7 Void/Illinois __________________________________________________________ TOP CASH FOR CARS, Any Car/Truck, Running or Not. Call for INSTANT offer: 1-800-454-6951 __________________________________________________________ Direct To Home Satellite TV $19.99/mo. Free Installation FREE HD/DVR Upgrade Credit/Debit Card Req. Call 1-800-795-3579 __________________________________________________________ Need 18-24 fun, energetic people to travel with young successful business group.

Paid travel expenses. No experience necessary. 1-877-646-5050 __________________________________________________________ CREDIT REPAIR SPECIALIST Have a 720 score? You can! FREE CONSULTATION888-316-2786 ext102 www.raisemycreditasap.com __________________________________________________________ Live like a popstar. Now hiring 10 spontaneous individuals. Travel full time.

Must be 18+. Transportation and hotel provided. Call Loraine 877-7772091 __________________________________________________________ CANADA DRUG CENTER. Safe and affordable medications. Save up to 90% on your medication needs. Call 1-888-734-1530 ($25.00 off your first prescription and free shipping.) __________________________________________________________ ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Criminal Justice, *Hospitality. Job placement assistance. Computer available.

Financial Aid if qualified. SCHEV Authorized 800-494-3586 www.CenturaOnline.com __________________________________________________________ AIRLINE CAREERS begin here - Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech.

FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified - Housing available. Job placement assistance. Call AIM (866)453-6204 __________________________________________________________ Meet singles right now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now 1888-909-9905 __________________________________________________________ CASH FOR CARS, Any Make or Model! Free Towing. Sell it TODAY. Instant offer: 1-800-864-5784 __________________________________________________________ 20 Acres Free! Buy 40-get 60 acres. $0- Down, $168/mo. Money Back Guarantee No Credit Checks! Beautiful Views. West Texas 1-800-843-7537 www.sunsetranches.com __________________________________________________________ Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 __________________________________________________________ Yearbooks Up to $15 paid for high school yearbooks 1900-2012. www. yearbookusa.com or 214-514-1040 __________________________________________________________ CA$H PAID- up to $26/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. Hablamos Espanol.

1-800-371-1136 __________________________________________________________ DIABETIC TEST STRIPS Wanted Check us out Online! All Major Brands Bought Dtsbuyer.com 1-866-446-3009 __________________________________________________________ Reader Advisory: The National Trade Association we belong to has purchased the above classifieds.

Determining the value of their service or product is advised by this publication. In order to avoid misunderstandings, some advertisers do not offer employment but rather supply the readers with manuals, directories and other materials designed to help their clients establish mail order selling and other businesses at home. Under NO circumstance should you send any money in advance or give the client your checking, license ID, or credit card numbers. Also beware of ads that claim to guarantee loans regardless of credit and note that if a credit repair company does business only over the phone it is illegal to request any money before delivering its service. All funds are based in US dollars. Toll free numbers may or may not reach Canada.

Tree Removal, Trimming & Stump Grinding. Fully insured. Over 30 years experience in tree work, very reliable and reasonable.

Free estimates. RC Tree Service, owned and operated by Carl Sparks (269)685-5002, Rod Fuller (269)685-4034/(269)377-7957.

N OW OPEN •Coffee, Latte, Mocha, Cappuccino •Soft Serve Ice Cream •Hot Dogs •Pretzels •Nachos

Double Down Dog

ADD A DOG to your combo for

$1

exp. 11/23/12

Join the MUG CLUB Buy 7 – Get 1 FREE www.mulligansmug.com 177 M-89, Plainwell • 269-685-5234 HRS: Mon.-Sat. 7am-7pm; Sun. 8am-6pm Tired Of Raking Leaves? Dolmar leaf blowers are in stock and ready to go. 4 stroke engines make for low noise and no oil to mix in your gas. Handheld model only $184.95.

Backpack model only $399.95. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, (269)685-8781 or www.qualityproductsplainwell.com 2 Year Old Simplicity Broadmoor for sale.

20 hp with 44” mowing deck and 17 bushel capacity bagger. Only 60 hours on machine.

Paid $5800, asking $3500. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or www.qualityproductsplainwell.com.

Dan's Tree Service: Professional trimming, removal, lot clearing, high ranger chipper, stump grinder, free estimates. Senior discount. Fully insured. www.danstreeinc.com (269)664–5455 or Matt (269)569-1031

HAPPY THANKSGIVING We will be closed Thursday-Friday-Saturday for Thanksgiving!

1211-B M-89, Plainwell (NEXT TO BURGER KING)

(269)685-5700

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7:30am - 6:00pm Sat. 8:00am - 12:00pm

Use Your

FLEX

Spending Dollars Before They Disappear!

Donnie Brest • Jeff Meyer 15% Senior Discount!

FULL SERVICE REPAIR SHOP. WE SERVICE ALL MAKES & MODELS COUPON

COUPON

17.95 OI L CHANGE

$

OI L CHANGE UP TO 5 QTS. OF OIL

Includes oil, filter & 21 pt. inspection Must present coupon. Not valid with any other offers.

Pro Automotive Services • Good thru 12/1/12

FREE Shuttle Service

49.95 COOL ANT F LUSH

$

COOL ANT F LUSH

Includes up to 2 gallons of anti-freeze Must present coupon. Not valid with any other coupons or specials.

Pro Automotive Services • Good thru 12/1/12

COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...November 17, 2012....Phone 694-9431

JOIN US

MATINEES: All shows before 6pm

A M E N I Cwell • 269-685-2m121 M 8M-89 9 Plain retheatres.co oo

for the biggest

Forenoon: $2.50 (3D $3.25) before 12pm Afternoon: $4.00 (3D $5.00) 12pm to 5:59pm

www.m

113 N. FARMER ST. DOWNTOWN OTSEGO (269)692-3331

EVENING: All shows 6pm & after

✴ SHOWS END 11/22/12 ✴

All tickets: $5.00 (3D $6.25) “Showtimes are feature start times.”

BAR NIGHT of the year

-––KITCHEN HOURS -–– Mon.-Tues. 11am-9pm; Wed., Thurs. 11am-10pm Fri. 11am-11pm; Sat. 8am-11pm; Sun. 8am - 3pm

WRECK-IT RALPH PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:55, 8:35 WRECK-IT RALPH 3D PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:00, 3:50, 6:25 SKYFALL PG-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:20, 12:25, 3:30, 6:35, 9:25 CLOUD ATLAS R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:40, 1:10, 7:00 TAKEN 2 PG-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3:55, 4:20, 8:45 HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA PG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:10, 12:45, 6:30 BREAKING DAWN - PART 2 PG-13 . . . . . . . . . . . .9:50a, 12:10, 12:55, 2:30, BREAKING DAWN - PART 2 PG-13 . . . . . .3:30, 5:15, 6:20, 7:35, 8:40, 9:50 FLIGHT R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9:30, 12:35, 3:20, 6:40, 9:20 CELESTE & JESSE FOREVER NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10:20, 6:35

IN-STOCK!

www.kazoostate.com

Sign our e-mail guest book and we’ll update you about upcoming shows

NOVEMBER 16-18 - Warren Miller’s “Flow State” - 8pm Fri.-Sat., 3pm Sun., general admiss. $15. Sunday $13 kids 12 & under

DECEMBER 7 - John Berry - 7:30pm, reserved seating, $32 main floor & mezzanine, $27 balcony 14 - Frankie Ballard’s Country Christmas - 8:00pm reserved seating $18.

21 - Studebaker John - 2013 Bud Blues Series Announcement Show, 8:00pm, general admission $13, $11 w/WRKR or Stave VIP Card, $15 day of show

717 E. Bridge St. • PLAINWELL • (269) 204-6601 BEER • WINE • SPIRITS • FOOD Mon.-Thurs. 11am-9pm, Fri.-Sat. 11am-11pm; Sun. 3pm-9pm

Nov. 24th Chicago Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35/pp Jan. 19th, 22nd & 26th Detroit Auto Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$40/pp Feb. 9th Chicago Motorcycle Show . . . . . . . . .$45/pp Feb. 24th - March 9th Daytona Beach . . . . . . . . . .double occupancy$899/pp March 9th Chicago Flower & Garden Show $45/pp

www.oldmillbrew.com

Full Service Department Harley & Metric Bikes!

694-9579

Simplicity Snow Blowers are in and on sale now. Purchase during the month of November and get a rebate direct from the factory, plus a 3 year warranty. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or www.qualityproductsplainwell.com.

Health/Fitness

Auction/Estate Sales Christmas Horse, Saddle & Tack Auction, 36” Mini horse, 4 yrs. old. Saturday, Nov. 24th @ 10am, Wayland-Hopkins Livestock Auction (269)945-9398, your-auctioneers.com

Seasonal

Pine Lake Diner - Happy Thanksgiving! We Oak, ash (varying will be closed Nov. 22nd-25th for remodel- Firewood For Sale: ing. See you on Monday, Nov. 26th! lengths & sizes). Unsplit, cut 3 years ago.

(269)685-6074.

(269)685-1174

Downtown OTSEGO

SEE US FOR ALL YOUR WINTERIZING NEEDS: Batteries, Covers, Stabilizers & more!

Now Accepting Bikes for

WINTER STORAGE! Tourist & Recreation Committee Have you been bullied or harassed by local law enforcement? If so contact “LD” Larry Davidson at (269) 694-9579

Call for more info. or visit our website www.bwcharters.com email: quotes@bwcharters.com

Life & Health Insurance! Low cost! Call We Are Thinking about snow, are you? Get Sherry at Ken Bleeker Insurance. No obliga- your Arctic Cat in today for service. Be ready tion quotes. (269)672-5228 for the snow! We have 42 years experience, your local Arctic Dealer. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or Dining www.qualityproductsplainwell.com.

Support Your Community Businesses.

Shop local and avoid the traffic.

Fall Is Here and winter is next. Have your heating system serviced. Call Lapham HeatHunters, Come Warm Up with a hearty ing and Cooling Inc. (269)685-5303. It's our meal after you come out of the woods. 50th year.

Breakfast served all day.

Mon.-Fri. 6:30am-2pm, Sat. 6:30am-noon. We will be Simplicity M1227E, 2 stage snow thrower closed Thurs., Nov. 22, for Thanksgiving. on sale - only $999. 3 year warranty & $75 Live music Wed./Sat. Cooper Cafe. 7759 factory rebate. Quality Products, 277 12th Douglas Ave. (269)383-2960 MC/Visa/Dis- St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or www.qualicover. typroductsplainwell.com.

The Store: It Isn’t Too Early to start Christmas shopping! We have many unique gift ideas for the thinking shopper. Also pick up something for tree or home in our new Christmas section. Shop early, we will be closed Nov. 21st - 23rd. Reopening on Nov. 24th. The Store: Tue.-Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. noon-5pm. M-89, Otsego, beside Brookside Park. (269)694-1126.

Home fries, onion, green pepper, ham & cheese topped with sausage gravy & 3 eggs

KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN

FEBRUARY

Items For Sale

Country Bowl $6.99

1-800-536-7000 or (269) 345-4222

Confidence, Self-Esteem, Fun, We have it all, USA Tae Kwon Do 685-1279.

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE STATE THEATRE & ALL TICKETMASTER LOCATIONS. CHARGE BY PHONE 373-7000 Tickets now available online at: HTTP://www.ticketmaster.com

Every Sat. & Sun. from 8am-12noon

B&W Charters reserves the right to cancel trip due to lack of participation, in which case money will be refunded.

31 - New Year’s Eve - The Corn Fed Girls & The Red Sea Pedestrians perform Sgt. Pepper’s & Abbey Road 9:00pm, general admission $23, $25 day of show.

8 - Paula Poundstone - 7:30pm, reserved seating, $35 main floor, $29.50 mezzanine, $24.50 balcony. $37.50/$32/$27 day of show

Hunters Welcome!

Join us for BREAKFAST

Book Now!

Old Mill Apparel

FOR 24 HOUR EVENT INFORMATION

Let us do the cooking.

Great drink & beer specials!

Upcoming Trips

*CHECK WEBSITE FOR MORE MOVIE TIMES & LISTINGS: WWW.MOORETHEATRES.COM

404 South Burdick - Kalamazoo 269-345-6500

Wednesday, Nov 21st

www.davidson-express.com Simplicity I924E, 2 Stage Snow Thrower on sale only $799. 3 year warranty & $75 factory rebate. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or www.qualityproductsplainwell.com.

Tree Lighting! Otsego Hometown Christmas, Friday, Nov. 30th. The honor of lighting the tree will go to our service men & women, recently serving & currently home. Gather at the Tree (Mi Ranchito Parking Lot) at 6pm. All are welcome!

Shoppers Guide will be closed Thurs, Nov. 22 for Thanksgiving –––––––––

DISPLAY DEADLINE:

Tues., Nov. 20 at 5pm –––––––––– CLASSIFIED DEADLINE Weds., Nov. 21 at 3:30pm.

Matt Rogers

PLUMBING Residential & Commercial Licensed & Insured

Everything Water!

• SERVICE & REPAIRS • WATER SOFTENERS • WATER HEATERS • WATER & SEWER HOOKUPS

(269)217-5410

We “ NOW ” Cater to Cowards from: For Your Convenience The Shoppers Guide can be picked up at the following locations.

OTSEGO Shoppers Guide (outside boxes) Harding's Otsego Party Store Mobile Gas Station Brookside Market PLAINWELL Harding's Walgreens Chicken Coop Mom & John’s Pine Lake Grocery Doster Store Prairieville Fast Stop 3rd Base Party Store Plainwell Gas Stations: Wesco, Admiral Fast Stop (M-89)

NORTHERN KALAMAZOO Cooper Market BP Gas Station-D Ave. Alamo Food & Beverage WEST MAIN KALAMAZOO Colonial Kitchen Drake & Westnedge Harding’s Meijer Gas Station Allegan Allegan Flashes MARTIN Clark Gas Station Marathon Gas/Subway DELTON Orangeville Gas Station RICHLAND BP Circle K Gas Station Sarafino’s Party Store Harding’s

• BORGESS • BRONSON • CITY OF OTSEGO • STATE OF MICHIGAN • PLAINWELL COMMUNITY SCHOOLS • ALLEGAN PUBLIC SCHOOLS • RETIRED MICHIGAN SCHOOL TEACHERS Call to schedule your dental • HAWORTH appointment today!

• MILITARY RETIREES

• MEIJER • GENERAL MOTORS • GVSU • JBS PACKERLAND • PARKER/ABEX • PERRIGO • STRYKER • WAL-MART • UAW RETIREES • NWL CONTROLS

Dr. Terry J. Rowland, DDS proudly announces participation with

Delta Premier Dental Insurance PLANS OFFERED BY THE ABOVE COMPANIES.

CROSSOAK FAMILY DENTISTRY, P.C. ®

CareCredit Patient Payment Plans

Sorry, we do not accept Medicaid.

269-685-1316

-1299 WEST M-89, PLAINWELL 1 mile west of US 131 • Across from Wal-Mart

www.dentistry4cowards.com

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COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...November 17, 2012....Phone 694-9431

Car/Deer Hits Increase This Time of Year...

Don’t Let Your Insurance Company Choose Your Repair Shop...YOU

HAVE A CHOICE!

WE WARRANTY OUR REPAIRS! We Can SAVE YOU A Few “Bucks” and repair your vehicle to pre-accident condition after hitting a deer or any other collision damage,

Have a Deductible? We can save you some “Doe” there too!

PLUS...If you can salvage any of the deer, bring that too!

We’ll process the meat for FREE while we fix your vehicle!

Stop in or Call Rick Today!

240 19th St., OTSEGO • (269) 694-6159 • (269) 217-0088 Wrap Up Your Holiday Shopping with 100% guaranteed, delivered-to-the-door Omaha Steaks! Save 68% plus 2 free gifts-26 gourmet favorites only $49.99. Order today 1-888-716-9197 use code 45102KAT or www.OmahaSteaks.com/gc76

Items For Sale For Sale: 870 Simplicity snow blower walk behind, self-propelled. 5 gears forward, 2 reverse. 8HP, Statton engine. 12v electric or manual start. Well-maintained, exc. condition. $450 OBO (269)330-6070 Handmade Glass Flowers, hand blown glass local artist. Plainwell Indoor/Outdoor Garden Center, 8201 Douglas, Cooper, (2690204-6190

Statewide Classified Network Meet Singles Right Now! No paid operators, just real people like you. Browse greetings, exchange messages and connect live. Try it free. Call now: 877-710-7001.

Now Hiring: Companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home.

Electronics, CD stands, hair barrettes, many more.

No selling, any hours.

1-985-646-1700 Dept. MI-1530

Daval’s Used Furniture & Antiques. 4 buildings with 12,000 sq. ft. of quality used furniture, antiques and collectibles. Huge selection, great values. We are worth the drive!

Layaway terms available. We buy estates. 2 miles west of Hastings at M-37/M-43. Sunday 12-5pm, Monday-Thursday 10am-6pm, Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 9am-5pm.

Pole Barns Michigan’s largest pole barn (269)948-2463. company (Best Built Barns) Best quality, best service, best price. “A” rated with the Fax Machine For Sale: Hewlett Packard Better Business Bureau! Call for special win- 910 Inkjet fax machine used for faxing ter pricing. We finance @5.99%. License/in- and convenience copying. 10 yrs. old. sured 1-877-802-9591 Good condition $25 OBO. (269)694-9431 (8am-5pm weekdays).

Real Estate Wanted State-wide: We will leave, manage, pay cash for your home, du- Box Springs/Foundations Only. Twin $69; plex, multi-family, property or land. Over 30 Full $79; Queen $89, all brand new in plasyears experience. One Step Realty, Inc. tic. Same day delivery available. Call www.onesteprealtyonline.com, (269)547-7433.

800-611-3766

Pioneer Pole Buildings Free Estimates. Li- Temperpadic/Style Memory foam mattress censed and Insured. 2x6 trusses. 45 year set: Queen, new-never used, as seen on TV, warranty, Galvalume Steel, 19 colors. Since with warranty. Cost $1,800. Sell $695. Can 1976 #1 in Michigan. Call today deliver 989-832-2401.

800-292-0679.

Wanted: All Motorcycles & memorabilia pre Pregnant? Consider Adoption—A loving al- 1980: Running or not. Top cash paid. ternative. Wonderful couples to choose from. (315)569-8094 Call for pics/information; choose your baby’s family and future.

Expenses paid. Overnight success comes only after many days of hard work.

1-866-236-7638. 24/7

Update Your Bathroom Before you hire just anyone from a TV commercial, call a well-known local builder

Dolmar PS510 Chainsaw on sale, $389.95, 18” bar, 3/8 full chisel chain, 3.5hp. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or www.qualityproductsplainwell.com.

L-R: Heather Crapo PTA, BS, Suzanne Gross Front Desk, Eric Manrose PT, DPT, OCS, OMPT, Stacie Rayman PT, MS, Lisa Willover Clinic Business Coordinator Over 35 Years of Combined Experience in Physical Therapy.

Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties in Orthopedics.

Specialty Services include Treatment of • Back and Neck Pain • Headaches • Orthopedic Injuries • Sports Rehab • Balance and Vertigo • Fall Prevention

Choosing a Physical Therapist for yourself or a loved one is your decision.

When your physician recommends Physical Therapy

Ask for Agility Health!

CONVENIENTLY LOCATED AT 380 OAKS CROSSING, STE A, PLAINWELL

PLAINWELL✦

✦OTSEGO

US-131

M-89 Allegan

For Sale: Firewood, seasoned hardwood (mostly elm), split, $100/cord. Can deliver.

692-6280 after 3:00pm.

380 Oaks Crossing Suite A

WalMart

Avoid the city crowds - shop at your local businesses. Support your neighbors!

St.

Zeigler

M-89 Movies

CLINIC HOURS: Mon. - Thurs.

7:30am-6:00pm Friday 7:30am-4:00pm

Call or visit us today for an appointment

(269) 685-9640

agilityhealth.com Dolmer PS34 Chain Saw 1.9 hp with 14” bar on sale, $199.99. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or Dolmer PS421 Chain Saw, 2.4 hp, with 16” www.qualityproductsplainwell.com. bar on sale, $319.95. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or Shoppers Guide will be closed Thurs., www.qualityproductsplainwell.com.

Nov. 22 for Thanksgiving. Display deadline is Tues., Nov. 20 at 5pm. Classified Being ungrateful for what you get never deadline is Weds., Nov. 21 at 3:30pm. gets you more. - H. Glasow

TO COMPARE QUALITY & PRICE!

Steve Henderson & Son

CONSTRUCTION LICENSED & INSURED

(269)685-6074 www.stevehendersonandsonconstruction.com

Quality Counseling Integrated with Faith SPECIALIZING IN A WIDE RANGE OF COUNSELING SERVICES

• Anxiety/Panic • Depression • Relationship Issues • Marital and Pre-Marital • Adult and Adolescent

Tim Geis, M.A., LLP Men’s Issues & Sexual Addiction

Plainwell (269) 998-9767 Kalamazoo (269) 345-0909

995 E. Miller Rd., PLAINWELL (corner of 10th St. & Miller Rd.) www.desertstreams.org • Daytime, Evening & Saturday Hours

COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...November 17, 2012....Phone 694-9431

2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING LTD

OPEN

Power win./locks, seats. Cruise, CD player, alloy wheels

Sale Price $11,960

“DEWEYS CAR PALACE”

Formerly

11301 S. M-43 HWY

30 mpg!

(269) 623-6301

$

182/mth.

*

2009 PONTIAC G6

SAVE TIME & GAS!

11am - 6pm 6pm - 9pm Happy Hour

Thanksgiving ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT

BUFFET

Drop 35 Karaoke Rhythmology Tom Northrup, 6-9pm Rhythmology, 9-?pm TBD 4 the Road Hard Times Band

Nov. 24 Dec. 1 Dec. 8

with all the trimmings...

• Stuffing • Green Bean Casserole • Macaroni & Cheese • Mashed Potatoes & Gravy • Yams • Rolls • Macaroni Salad (Italian) • Salad Bar • Potato Salad

DESSERT

Make your reservations NOW!

• Brownies • Fruit Salad • Apple, Cherry & Pumpkin Pie

ONLY

14.99

$

/ADULT KIDS UNDER 12....$7.99

Come in and get

“stuffed”

Every Friday Night 9-?pm

www.Deweys-Auto.com

30 mpg!

$

161/mth.

*

Tree Removal, Trimming & stump grinding.

Fully insured. Over 30 years experience in tree work, very reliable and reasonable. Free estimates. RC Tree Service, owned and operated by Carl Sparks (269)685-5002, Rod Fuller (269)685-4034/(269)377-7957.

Che’Bar Construction, quality you need. Satisfaction guaranteed for all your home improvement need.

Call Tal now (269)207-1933.

Dan's Tree Service: Professional trimming, removal, lot clearing, high ranger chipper, stump grinder, free estimates. Senior discount. Fully insured. www.danstreeinc.com (269)664–5455 or Matt (269)569-1031 Service & Parts for most appliances, same day. Teds Appliance, (269)382-1540

Cannot be combined with other offers/coupons.

Karaoke Rhythmology

Sale Price $10,600 *Payments with approved credit. 72 months, 2.99%. Plus doc fee, tax, title, license.

• Turkey • Roast Beef in Red Wine Aujus • Honey Baked Ham

Nov. 17 Nov. 21 Nov. 29

4 door, pwr. win./locks, cruise.

Local trade.

Dixon will drive the vehicle you want to see right to your driveway!

Snowplowing & All Your Remodeling needs. C&H Immekus Ent., (269)720-8388. himmekusent.com

with us!

The Dussia House in Plainwell & Otsego have openings available. Please visit our website, www.dussiahouse.com or call (269)685-9660.

Happy Hour Daily 4-6pm & 9pm to Close 1290 M-89 Plainwell • 269-685-0333

“Like” us (Community Shoppers Guide) on Facebook.

Kitchen Hours: Fri., Sat. 11am-2am Sun. – Thurs. 11am-Midnight

Island Metal Recyclers: Cash for batteries, Leaf Clean-Up, professional mowing, con- copper, plumber’s brass, stainless, alumicrete removal, material delivery, bobcat/ num, steel, electric motors! 6018 West D Now Doing Tattoos! Check out our website backhoe work. Call D&D Landscape Avenue, Kalamazoo 269-910-5088 www.euphorictattoos.com (269)686-9198.

(269)303-0796.

Fill your propane tanks here year round!

New lower price!! Only $15 out the door for Serving This Area Since 1955....Our Mechanics Have Over 75 years of Combined Auto Experience! a 20# fill. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Radiator Flush & Fill Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or www.qualiCOMPLETE BRAKE SERVICE typroductsplainwell.com FREE Brake Inspection

COUPON

COUPON

COUPON

Services

BRAKE SPECIALISTS

SERVICE starting at up to 2 gal. permanent antifreeze

69

$

95*

On Most U.S. Cars & Light Trucks

w/coupon

Used Oil Drop Off Location

We Carry a Complete Line of

49 COMPUTER WHEEL

$

95

• FRONT WHEEL DRIVE CARS •4 WHEEL DRIVE

ALIGNMENT • MOST LIGHT TRUCKS • MOST VEHICLES Oil, Lube & Filter

CAR, SUV & TRUCK

TIRES L CALR FO ES! C PRI

We’ll Match or Beat Any Competitor Pricing!

Includes: 21 point safety inspection

*Plus $3.00 environmental fee.

Up to 5 quarts of Valvoline 5W-30.

Can oil slightly more.

No Appointment Necessary or Call Ahead!

$

95 *

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SLEEMAN’S

We can... Replace or Repair any brand tire!

Computer Trouble? Dell computer system specialist. Let my 20 years of experience work for you. $45/hr. Former Upjohn/Pharmacia employee. Greg York www.PCGuruGreg.com (269)978-1912.

Steve's Excavation: Sewer systems; basements; driveways; sand, gravel, topsoil delivered; land clearing; private roads; demolition; bobcat service, all excavating needs.

Call us (269)672–5826, (269)694-4101.

Seniors: Need Odd Jobs Done around the Maybe...you should do something nice for house? Call (269)377-0176. Cheap and relisomeone every single day, even if it is simply able quality work. to leave them alone.

AUTO CENTER

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am-5:00pm 8004 DOUGLAS - COOPER CENTER (269) 343-5147 or 343-0252

Gobble.

Gobble.

Gobble.

SPECIALIZING IN...• Electrical Repair • Computer Systems • Fuel Injection Repair •Computerized Diagnostic Equipment •Factory Trained Technicians •Minor to Major Repairs

Save 25% on regular priced brand

Jeremy Weitting, Agent

Snowglobes & Snowman Themed Gifts, Cards & Gift Wrap!

November 16-18

911 Dix Street, Suite A Otsego, MI 49078 Bus: 269-692-6831 jeremy@jeremyweitting.com

Some Exclusions apply.

SCENT OF THE MONTH!

MISTLETOE JARS, TARTS & VOTIVES

25% OFF

Ask about our CROWN REWARDS SAVINGS CARD

CONVENIENT LAYAWAY AVAILABLE!

JO’S

There’s no better time to thank you for your continued business. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.® CALL ME TODAY.

“Area’s Largest Selection of Greeting Cards”

- NOVEMBER -

That’s turkey talk for “Dig in.”

MON.-SAT 9AM-9PM; SUNDAY 12PM-5pm

™

Oaks Crossing Mall - Next to WalMart - 685-1400 FAMILY OWNED & A PART OF YOUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1987!

0907518.1

State Farm, Home Office, Bloomington, IL

COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...November 17, 2012....Phone 694-9431

Toy Store The BEST Selection of Pre-Owned

Vehicles Under $$13,995!

1718 106TH AVE. OTSEGO, MI 49078

269-694-9000 www.1prowater.com

2002 Chrysler Sebring $

2006 Dodge Magnum $

R11139A

R11291

3,900

10,900

WITH MULTI-POINT INSPECTION Servicing Most Major Brands All Work Guaranteed!

$

95

29

4

Softener Checkup

•Water Softener Sales and Service •Reverse Osmosis Systems •Rentals •Iron & Smell Removal Systems •Salt and Delivery

Services Furnace Need Help?? Heating and A/C installation and service. Over 20 years experience, fully licensed/insured. Kerry Keith, K&K Mechanical 269-447-7381

2008 Chevy Cobalt $

2003 Chevy S-10 Ext. 4x4 $

R11272

R11234

9,900

9,900

Home & Auto Insurance! Low Cost! Contact Katie at Ken Bleeker Insurance. No obligation quotes. 269.672.5228

Pets & Supplies Dachshund Puppies, 2 males, 1 female, 9 weeks. Vet checked, first shots, wormed, (269)664-5552.

Miscellaneous

2005 Ford Escape $

2003 Chevy Trailblazer $

R11233

R11239

9,900

8,900

2007 Kia Optima $

2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser $

R11241

R11245

7,900

8,400

Dolmer PS7910 Chain Saw, 6.3 hp, with 20” bar on sale, $845. Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or www.qualityproductsplainwell.com.

The Shoppers Guide Is Open Mon.-Thurs.

8am-5pm & Fri. 8am-4pm. Need to submit an ad? Deadlines are: Display Ads, Wed. 5:00pm and Classified Ads, Thurs.

3:30pm. Classified ads can also be placed any time on our website: www.communityshoppersguide.net Computer Trouble? Dell computer system specialist. Let my 20 years of experience work for you. $45/hr. Former Upjohn/Pharmacia employee. Greg York www.PCGuruGreg.com (269)978-1912.

In front of the Airport

626 N. 10th St. • Plainwell • 685-1554 Sun. 7am-12noon – No Lunch on Sundays Mon.-Tues.-Sat. 6:30am-2pm; Weds. 6:30am-7:30pm Thurs.-Fri. 6:30am-2:30pm Temporarily closed for dinner on Thurs & Fri.

Join us Wednesday, Nov. 21st HOT TURKEY SANDWICH for Lunch!

–––––––––––––– TURKEY DINNER with all the fixin’s 4-7pm for Dinner

Tax Preparer’s Wanted: Experienced preferred but will train qualified applicants.

Qualified applicants will have worked in an office, have good customer service and data entry skills. Bilingual skills plus. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service (269)343-8005.

If you notice a mistake in your ad, let us know right away. We will not be responsible for errors brought to our attention over 7 days past the run date.

Employment Opportunity in fast pace resThank you - The Shoppers Guide taurant. Experience necessary - Cooks & bussers. Please apply in person @ Fly-Inn Support Your Community Businesses. Restaurant, 626 N. 10th St., Plainwell.

Shop local and avoid the traffic.

2005 Ford Freestyle $

2007 Chevy HHR 4x4 $

R11232

R11292

8,900

10,900

2003 Saturn L300 $

2005 Malibu Maxx $

Low miles! R11262

R11283

2011 Chevy Impala $

2003 Chevy Silverado $

R11285

R11247

7,500

13,900

10,900

Cornell & Associates, Realtors®: Interested in a career in Real Estate sales?

This is an opportune time to enter the field! Join a well respected, established firm seeking to add self-motivated individuals with commission compensation based on performance. Call Wendy Conner or Nancy Whitney for more info. or for personal interview (269)685-5866.

Note: We assume no responsibility for any errors in our advertising, other than to the extent of re-running that portion of the ad which is wrong, or refunding that portion of the ad. Remember, an ad is not a contract, but merely an offer by one party to sell, rent, lease, etc. any item or items to another party or parties. The Shoppers Guide

13,900

The BEST Selection of Pre-Owned

Vehicles Under $$13,995!

Open Mon.-Thurs.

9am-8pm; Fri. 9am-6pm; Sat. 9am-4pm

Part Time Office Position: Must have exceptional phone and customer service skills and be comfortable with weekly deadlines. Also applicants need to be detail-oriented, type well, possess good English/grammar understanding, and be comfortable with computers (Mac experience a plus). Variety of office duties. Mon. and Employment Tues. 8:30am-5pm, with occasional need to sub for others. Send resume to ShopWork From Home, International Company, pers Guide Office Position, P.O. Box 168, Certified Multi Industry Training, Otsego, MI 49078.

(269)501-2359.

Lanier LP036c Adobe Post Script 3 Color Laser Printer: 10 yrs old, good condition, only 76k, reliable. Not used this past year.

Perfect for a small business. $800 OBO. Call (269)694-9431

Toy Store 6883 West Main (Across from Menards)

488-1565

Gift Certificates

Available!

Great for Any Occasion CCW / CPL PISTOL CLASS – $100 – 1 Day Dec. 16th from 8-5 Includes lunch, handgun, ammunition, safety equipment, range usage (no hidden fees) SPONSORED BY GUN RIVER CONSERVATION CLUB IN PLAINWELL

Our CPL Classes taught since 1994 by current Law Enforcement Officials For information or registration call 989.224.3210 or www.michiganccwclass.com

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Inside...

THANKSGIVING Dinner Conversation

Gifts Baked with Love Cheers to a Happy, Healthy Shop Small! Small Business Saturday Holiday Season Local Community Events Planned for the Holiday Season

Give the gift of creativity

Holiday Gifts On A Budget!

New Tech Twists on Classic Toys

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Announcing the Thanksgiving Gift Card Winners!

One winner was drawn at each participating business.

Thank you to all for coming out, visiting the sponsors & entering our drawing to make this year’s drawing a huge success. We’ll be giving away 21 gift cards to our lucky winners!

Amish Oak

Treasures & More 103 W. ALLEGAN ST. • DOWNTOWN OTSEGO

(269)692-2200

Thank you to all the participating sponsors.

Community

Shoppers Guide

S. Farmer, Otsego • 694-6707 M-89 Plainwell • 685-5883

117 N. Farmer Street, Otsego 269-694-9431

Friends

Furniture Consignment Furniture - Home Decor & Gifts

1718 106TH AVE. • OTSEGO, MI 49078

269-694-9000

109 S.Farmer St. • Downtown Otsego

www.1prowater.com

269-993-8768

24 Years of Experience in the Water Treatment Industry

Congratulations

Kathy Burt ISION REPAIR PROFESSION R COLL ALS U O Y

Congratulations

(269) 685-5832

MIDWAY CHEVROLET (269)685-6871

WWW.MIDWAYPLAINWELL.COM

381 12th St., PLAINWELL

Congratulations

Misty Bottorff George Talsma The Calico Rabbit Craft & Antique Mall

745 N. Main St., Plainwell

Congratulations

See you next year!

Located at 130 N. Main • Plainwell, MI 49080

Accepting ALL Insurance Estimates!

Call 269-685-9899

OWNER: TERRY HAYNES

www.thecalicorabbit.com

H A R O L D

Carol Verhage Tenth Street Saloon 136 N. Main St. - Downtown Plainwell (269)685-9595 Open Mon. - Sat. 11:00am-2am; Closed Sun.

Congratulations

Lisa Whitaker PLAINWELL

Z EIGLE R CHRYSLER•JEEP•DODGE•RAM

AUTO SUPPLY

• FOR OR A GREAT REAT EXPERIENCE XPERIENCE! ! ••

155 N. MAIN ST. PLAINWELL

1186 E. M-89 • PLAINWELL

269-685-5800

Phone 685-5817

Congratulations

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Shannon Doxtater

Sharon Beldin

Gwen Miller

Deb LeMeur

Judy’s Restaurant

120 W. Allegan St., • DOWNTOWN OTSEGO

H A R O L D

Z EIGLE R F O R D

• OR A A G GREAT REAT E EXPERIENCE XPERIENCE! ! • • • F FOR

1260 W. M-89 • PLAINWELL

BELL HEARING CENTER

124 N. Main - Plainwell SALES, REPAIR, ESTATES, APPRAISALS, GOLD BUYER

685-5274

269-685-5801

352 12th Street, Plainwell 269-685-0055

Congratulations

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Mary Blank

Richard Thomas

Jim VanDeWege

Jean Rus

692-6118

RENT ALL QUALITY•SERVICE•PRICE

119-A North Farmer St., Downtown Otsego

277 12th Street, Plainwell, MI 49080

(269) 685-8781

68 10th Street (Douglas Ave.), South of Plainwell - PARTY RENTAL - EQUIPMENT RENTAL -

(269) 685-5880 (269) 685-9525

615 E. Bridge St., Plainwell

269-685-2115

(269)692-6277

PARTS STORE • SERVICE CENTER • PROPANE GAS

Congratulations

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Teri Messer

Lori Beason

Jim Hoff

Carol Allen

Jiffy Print

C.D.’s Auto Repair

Bewitching 360 26th St., Otsego

Wares FLY-INN RESTAURANT

email: info@a1mich.com

www.a1mich.com

www.nancy-kitchen.com

Magic Muffler

Complete Design & Printing Services

1297 M-89, Plainwell

626 N. 10TH ST., PLAINWELL • 685-1554

381 W. Allegan St. (M-89) - Otsego (269) 692-3128

685-5279

Congratulations

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Lena Eddy

Angela Long

Dana Spencer

Congratulations to be announced...

www.bewitchinpsychic.com

COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078....HOLIDAY GUIDE...November 2012....Phone 694-9431 COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...January 1, 2004....Phone17, 694-9431

Shop Small! 2012 Small Business Saturday, Nov. 24, 2012 strengthen the economic base of the community. (For summaries of a variety of economic impact studies and case studies showing that locally-owned businesses generate a premium in enhanced economic impact to the community and our tax base visit sustainableconnections.org/thinklocal/why.)

2. Support community groups: Nonprofit organizations receive an average 250% more support from smaller business owners than they do from large businesses.

3. Keep our community unique: Where we shop, where we eat and have fun -- all of it makes our community home. Our one-of-a-kind businesses are an integral part of the distinctive character of this place. Our tourism businesses also benefit. “When people go on vacation they generally seek out destinations that offer them the sense of being someplace, not just anyplace.” ~ Richard Moe, President, National Historic Preservation Trust 4. Reduce environmental impact: Locally owned businesses can make more local purchases requiring less transportation and generally set up shop in town or city centers as opposed to developing on the fringe. This generally means contributing less to sprawl, congestion, habitat loss and pollution.

5. Create more good jobs: Small local businesses are the largest employer nationally and in our community, provide the most jobs to residents.

6. Get better service: Local businesses often hire people with a better understanding of the products they are selling and take more time to get to know customers.

Why Buy Locally Owned?

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Community Family Events Planned for the Holiday Season Otsego- A Community Service of Thanksgiving will take place Sunday evening, November 18 at 6:00 p.m. at the Otsego High School Auditorium. Words and prayers of Thanksgiving will be offered for our community leaders, educators, public safety workers, our nation and those who are or have served in our Military. During this service a combined community choir, led by the award winning Classic Choir Director of the Otsego United Methodist Church, Roger Burleigh will be singing. If you wish to take part in the community choir, contact the Otsego United Methodist Church at 269-694-2939. The community choir will practice at 5:00 p.m. on the evening of the performance. Also sharing their music is a combined praise group from various churches. There will also be a performance from local singing group Sweet Adelines and The Bell Choir from Plainwell United Methodist Church. An offering will be taken to support the community food pantry and helping agency Christian Neighbors.

A Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be provided Monday, November 19 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. hosted by Jay and Iris Spencer in the Otsego United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall located at 223 E. Allegan St. (M-89) in Otsego. The community is invited.

Hometown Christmas will be held downtown November 30 with festivities beginning at 5:30 p.m. Lanterns will be handed out at the main four corners downtown Otsego. Donations will be accepted to cover the cost. Bring something with you to light your lantern by the tree at 8:00 p.m.

At 6:00 p.m. the community is asked to gather at the tree in the former Mi Ranchito’s parking lot where the Otsego High School Choir will be singing. The tree will be lit in honor of our service men and a soloist will sing “I’ll Be Home For Christmas.” Everyone is welcome to join in afterwards to sing Christmas carols. The annual Christmas parade will begin at 7:00 p.m. Following the parade, visit with Santa. Downtown businesses will be hosting an Art Hop. Also enjoy the roaming musicians and performances at the Fire Hall. For the grand finale at 8:00 p.m. a

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Plainwell’s holiday festivities will begin on November 30th at 6:00 p.m. with the celebration and dedication ceremony of the Renaissance Race sculpture in Fannie Pell Park followed by refreshments in City Hall located at 131 N. Main Street complements of the Plainwell United Methodist Church. A Christmas tree lighting ceremony will take place at 7:00 p.m. on the new plaza on West Bridge Street. Mayor Rick Brooks will unveil this year’s Limited Edition Christmas Tree Ornament and place it on the tree. This year’s ornament commemorates the 50th Anniversary of the William Crispe Community House and will be available for purchase at City Hall and downtown businesses. Proceeds from the sale of these ornaments help fund the 4th of July fireworks.

Plainwell’s Christmas parade will take place on December 1 at 1:00 p.m. downtown. Individuals, groups, businesses and organizations who would still like to participate are asked to call Chris at 269-6853152. After the parade everyone is invited to meet with Santa inside City Hall at 141 N. Main Street.

The Village of Martin, Martin Lions Club, Brandon Elementary PTO and East Martin will be sponsoring this year’s Christmas Parade, Friday, December 7th at

7:00 p.m. Participants are still wanted. For more information call (269)672-7777. The parade will line-up at 6:30 p.m. at the high school and will end at the Wyatt Center.

Dinner will be served from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Christmas stories will be told during dinner. Stick around after the parade for the lighting of the Christmas tree at Brandon Elementary, the live nativity scene, and ornament making for the kids.

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The 4-H camp is turned into a “Winter Wonderland” featuring beautifully decorated trees and wreaths that will be available for purchase through silent and live auctions as well as a virtual auction. Visit with Santa, make cookies with Mrs. Claus and have a meal with family and friends! The Festival begins November 29th with Senior Citizen’s Day from noon until 9:00 p.m. Lunch and dinner are available and you are invited to get the first look at the beautiful “Winter Wonderland.” Bring the grandkids! On Friday, November 30th from noon to 9:00 p.m. stop in to browse. Lunch is available and at 6:00 p.m. a soup and sandwich supper will be available. Live entertainment

starts at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, December 1st bring the kids to decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus. Santa will be there for Christmas lists and pictures. Tickets are available for the evening dinner featuring prime rib and a live auction of specially selected items.

Each ticket includes hors d’oeuvres, dinner and a place at the auction. Tickets are available in advance for $45.00 or you may purchase them at the door for $55.00. They ask that you R.S.V.P. by November 28th.

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Some facts about Thanksgiving you may not know... cream scoops and began creating minifeasts of turkey, corn-bread dressing, peas and sweet potatoes — creating the first-ever TV dinner. Thomas later said he got the idea from neatly packaged airplane food.

The First TV Dinner Was Thanksgiving Leftovers In 1953, someone at Swanson severely overestimated the amount of turkey Americans would consume that Thanksgiving. With 260 tons of frozen birds to get rid of, a company salesman named Gerry Thomas ordered 5,000 aluminum trays, recruited an assembly line of women armed with spatulas and ice-

"Franksgiving” FDR learned the hard way not to mess with some traditions. In 1939, the President declared that Americans should celebrate the annual feast one week early, hoping the decision would spur retail sales during the Great Depression. But Americans did not react kindly to the New Deal meal. Some took to the streets while others took to namecalling; the mayor of Atlantic City solved the controversy by declaring his residents

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Thanksgiving is ruled by two very powerful f-words: "food" and "football."

Nearly as old as the sport itself, the tradition of watching football on Thanksgiving began in 1876, when the newly formed American Intercollegiate Football Association held its first championship game. Less than a decade later, more than 5,000 club, college and high school football teams held games on Thanksgiving, with match-ups between Princeton and Yale drawing more than 40,000 fans out from their dining rooms.

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(Family Features) It can be challenging to eat right during the holidays, especially when the entire season seems filled with hearty meals, rich dishes and sweet treats.

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and increased energy for burning off those extra calories.

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Drink to Your Health A simple way to enjoy a healthy holiday season and New Year is to start each day with a nutrient-rich beverage packed with essential ingredients that produce increased energy levels, decreased cravings for seasonal junk foods, and greater overall wellness.

Whether it's a nourishing morning pickme-up or a mid-day energy and immunity boost, these nutritious and delicious recipes from NutriBullet will help ensure a healthy holiday season and put you on the right track to wellness in the New Year. The NutriBullet emulsifies healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables and grains into their most easily digestible state. Learn more at www.nutribullet.com

How Much Is a Cup? To help you gauge how much produce you're eating, here's a quick look at what equals a cup: -1 small apple -1 large banana -1 medium grapefruit -1 large orange -1 medium potato -2 large or 3 medium plums -12 baby carrots -1 small wedge watermelon -8 large strawberries -2 large stalks celery -1 medium pear

Nutrient Know-How How many times have you read a list of nutrients on a food label, but not really known how each works to benefit your body? Following are some nutrient quick tips so you're better informed during your next trip to the market.

Calcium - Essential for healthy teeth and bones; also important for muscle, nerve and some gland functions.

Iron - Necessary for healthy blood and normal cell functioning.

Magnesium - Needed for healthy bones; also involved in more than 300 enzymes.

Potassium - Helps maintain healthy blood pressure.

Vitamin A - Helps keep eyes and skin healthy; also helps protect against infections.

Vitamin C - Helps heal cuts and wounds; helps keep teeth and gums healthy, and helps iron absorption.

Folate (folic acid) - Helps the body form red blood cells.

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1 cup kale 1 carrot 1 pear (cored, seeds removed) 1/2 cup cubed pineapple Dash of cayenne pepper Dash of fresh rosemary Add water to the max line of the large cup, and blast.

Sweet Apple Pumpkin Pie An antioxidant-rich, protein-packed healthy dessert option so you can enjoy the flavors of the season guilt-free.

1/4 cup organic silken tofu or organic Greek-style yogurt 1/2 cup canned pumpkin or cooked fresh pumpkin 1/2 apple (cut, cored, seeds removed) 1 tablespoon raw almond butter Pinch of cinnamon Pinch of ground cloves 1-2 teaspoons pure maple syrup 1 cup almond milk Add ingredients to large cup, and blast.

Flu Fighter Vitamin C, antioxidants, and anti-bacterial ginger help keep the immune system at its peak during the winter months.

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Holiday Gifts Baked with Love (Family Features) Nothing says "love" like fresh baked cookies and treats. This holiday season, give the gift of homemade goodness...and enjoy the time you save on shopping by spending it with your loved ones.

Make it a Family "Bake"tivity Get the whole family together and create a makeshift Santa's Workshop. Have one person measure all of the ingredients, another can mix everything together, and everyone can have fun decorating to favorite holiday tunes.

powder, mixing until all is incorporated. Fold in remaining 2 cups chocolate morsels.

SCOOP dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart, using a medium size cookie scoop. Sprinkle each cookie with a little of the crushed peppermint candies.

BAKE for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are set. Allow to cool for about 2 minutes on baking sheet and then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Refresh Holiday Favorites Chocolate chip and gingerbread cookies are classics, but these Peppermint Mocha Chip Cookies might become a fast new favorite. Notes of crisp peppermint perfectly complement the flavors of coffee and semisweet chocolate morsels. Add a crushed peppermint to each cookie to create a beautiful and seasonal presentation.

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Peppermint Mocha Chip Cookies (Makes 36 cookies) • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened • 3 cups Nestlè Toll House Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels, divided • 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar • 3 teas. Nescafè Taster's Choice House Blend 100% Pure Instant Coffee Granules • 2 teas. vanilla extract • 1 teas. peppermint extract • 3 large eggs • 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 2 teas. baking powder • 12 soft peppermint candies, crushed PREHEAT oven to 3750F. Grease or line baking sheet with parchment paper.

MELT butter and 1 cup chocolate morsels in medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth.

TRANSFER chocolate mixture into a large mixer bowl; add sugar and beat until combined. Add coffee granules, vanilla extract and peppermint extract; beat just until combined. Beat in eggs. Add flour and baking

Create a Gift that Keeps Giving Layer the dry ingredients of your favorite cookie recipe in glass jars.

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2. Stir muffin mix, milk and egg in medium bowl just until combined. Spread batter over chicken mixture.

3. Bake for 30 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Sprinkle with cheese.

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Preparation Time: 15 minutes Bake Time: 30 minutes Serves 4 (about 1 1/2 cups each)

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Ingredients • 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free) • 1 can (about 8 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained • 2 cups cubed cooked turkey • 1 package (about 8 ounces) corn muffin mix • 3/4 cup milk • 1 egg • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

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HOMES ON THE MARKET JUST LISTED Allegan (12059563) Energy star qualified 4 BR, 2 BA home built in 2009. Finished lower level with rec. room. Two car attached garage. $129,000. Amy Hamilton 303-0709

M-40/M-89 north of Allegan to Monroe Road, west to 34th Street, south to 115th Ave, west to address.

OTSEGO (12018451) Move-in ready 3 BR, 21/2 BA home w/open floor plan. New countertop & ceramic flooring, hardwood in DR + fresh paint throughout. Sunken FR has surround sound, brick FP & slider to deck. MBR suite w/his & hers closets. $153,000. Marty Eason 303-1725

PERFECT PIECE OF HUNTING PROPERTY! 3 BR, 2 bath home on 40 acres in Allegan School District. Newer roof plus two 24’x40’ pole barns. Open floor plan, and main floor laundry.

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PINE LAKE (12049796) Quiet, private setting w/108 ft of lake frontage. 4 BRs, 3 BAs, 2,450 finished sq. ft. of living area. Large living room, formal dining area, LL has French doors on lake side. $149,900. Jorene Morrow 760-5871

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PINE LAKE (12018165) Best value on Pine Lake! Excellent location w/sunrise views for this all season, 2 level lake cottage. New seawall 2009. Most furnishings + small sail boat included.

Great parking, lots of grassy yard w/good shade + patio. $139,900. Jorene Morrow 760-5871 or Audrey DeVault 207-3411 PLAINWELL (12056787) This home has a lot to offer for the price! Kitchen w/new countertops, large formal dining room & living room w/new carpet. Main floor Master BR has seating area or office space.

Upstairs has 2 more BRs & a full bath. Priced to sell! $90,000. Jorene Morrow 760-5871 STEWART LAKE (12050531) Do not miss the beautiful autumn view from this turn-key cottage.

All the work has been done. Cozy knotty pine invites you to stay. Stewart Lake is a 60 acre, private, no-wake lake w/excellent fishing. $89,500.

Amy Hamilton 303-0709

PLAINWELL SCHOOLS (12039120) 3 BR home on 1 acre - remodeled within the last few years.

Updates include kitchen cabinets, drywall, furnace, A/C, flooring, electrical box, paint, trim, siding, gutters, slider & windows. Subject to Short Sale. $64,900. Becky Sheppard 377-4886 PLAINWELL (12014557) 3 Unit income property on 1.5 acre lot (w/possible split). Unit 1 has 3 BRs, 1 BA, fireplace & full basement. Unit 2 has 2 BRs & 1 BA. 3rd Unit is a 1 BR, 1 BA. All include stove & fridge. $122,900. Marty Eason 303-1725 OTSEGO (12028352 & 12028359) Bayberry Condo Development is accepting reservations for the last 2 condos in Phase 2 of this project. Both units must be reserved before building can start.

Pick your appliances, carpet, light fixtures, décor & cabinets. $147,900. Cindi Cooper 217-7409

VACANT LAND JUST LISTED DELTON (12059288) Wonderful wooded parcel close to town with pond frontage at rear of property. Great building site. Property being sold with Parcel 08-004-019-00 as a package. $53,000. Ingrid Pagano 420-9864 PLAINWELL (12025703) Beautiful, wooded 9.49 acres w/110 feet on 102nd Street, Zoned R3 for desired multi-family housing or build your dream home in this gorgeous woods. Walking distance to school complex. $119,900. Cindi Cooper 217-7409 REDUCED PLAINWELL (12038405) Zoned C-2!

4.07 acres on Main Street. $64,900. Jorene Morrow 760-5871 PLAINWELL (12032933) Wooded building lot just north of Plainwell. Possible land contract terms for a qualified buyer. $13,900. Cindi Cooper 217-7409

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Carol Brock 217-2133

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Amy Hamilton 303-0709

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OVER $3,000 was raised to help Travis Mills All monies collected are going to help build a home for Travis Mills. He is a Michigan soldier whose heroism put the soldiers under his charge above his own needs. Severly wounded he told the medic to “Help my soldiers.”

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shoppersguide@sbcglobal.net or (269) 694-9431 The Otsego District Library is pleased to present the art of Allegan resident Pat Broadhurst until the end of December. Pat is locally well known for her detailed pen and ink renderings of historical locations on postcards and calendars. She also expresses herself in landscapes, lakes, barns, and lighthouses, to name just a few subjects she enjoys drawing or painting. Visit her exhibit at the library, located at 401 Dix Street or call 694-9690 for more information on how you can display your art at the Otsego Library.

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Mon., Nov. 19th, 2012 11:00am - 2:00pm Donations accepted!

If you would like to help, need a ride or you need dinner delivered, please call the church at 269-694-2939 or Iris at 269-692-3136.

Words of Faith & Hope DO YOU NEED AN ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT? “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2) A few years ago our grandchildren (ages five and three at the time) were with us at our cottage.

Playing outside, Ella came running into the cottage saying, “Grandma, I think Jack is having another attitude problem.”

Childish behavior has a way of following us in our adult lives. It is something, regardless of our age, we must keep a constant check on. Consider three areas of our lives which are driven by our attitudes.

1. Relationships 2. Performance 3. World View As for relationships, Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God, others AND ourselves (Luke 10:27). It begins with ourselves.

Self-respect (as opposed to conceit) gives us a healthy respect for God and others.

As for performance, someone asked the baseball great, Babe Ruth, what he felt like when he struck out. His response was, “I never think about striking out.”

As for world view, there is the story about a reporter who interviewed some men working at a construction site. One man was working rather lazily and the reporter asked, “What are you making?” He answered, “Four dollars an hour.” A second man was working rather routinely. The reporter asked, “What are you making?” The man answered, “Five dollars an hour.” A third man was working enthusiastically, conscientiously, putting his heart and soul into his work. The reporter asked, “What are you making?” And he said, “A cathedral!”

Do you need an “attitude adjustment”? If so, start with yourself. Ask God to renew your life by the transforming of your mind. And remember this.

“Attitude is your paintbrush. It colors every situation.”

Prayer: Dear Lord, please come into my life and make me more like You. In Jesus’ name. Amen Peace to you and please join us for worship this Sunday in a church where Jesus’ love is lived.

Rev. Dan Minor, Pastoral friend & colleague of Rev. Joe Shaler Sponsored In Part by:

Otsego United Methodist Church “WHERE JESUS’ LOVE IS LIVED!” 223 E. Allegan St. (M89) • Box 443 Otsego, MI 49078 Sunday Worship Service 9:30 & 11am Sunday School Rev. Joe Shaler Rev. Dan Minor 9:15am All Ages umcotsego@aol.com RevDMinor@att.net

PUBLIC NOTICE City of Plainwell City Loose Leaf Collection is done.

Loose leaves will no longer be picked up.

LEAVES CURRENTLY IN THE STREET MUST BE REMOVED IMMEDIATELY so streets can be swept. With ID, leaves can be taken to Public Works on Fairlane St. FREE OF CHARGE, or leaves can be bagged for routine monthly pick up on the FIRST MONDAY of every month.

For questions, call (269)685-9363.

Youth Pizza Fundraiser First Baptist Church, Otsego 247 E. Allegan St. Saturday, Nov. 17th, 5:30-7:30pm Buffet or carry out!

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Shoppers Guide will be closed for Thanksgiving, Nov. 22. Display ad deadline is Tuesday, Nov. 20 at 5pm. Classified deadline is Wed., Nov. 21 at 3:30pm.

Local Christmas Parades Looking for Participants Otsego Parade - Nov. 30th, 7pm Call Otsego Chamber @ (269)694-6880 Plainwell Parade - Saturday, Dec. 1, 1pm Call Chris @ (269)685-3152.

Martin Parade - Friday, Dec. 7, 7pm Call (269)672-7777 Otsego Christmas Parade “I’ll Be Home For Christmas” Theme Friday, Nov. 30th at 7pm DDA & Chamber will be hosting downtown Christmas celebration starting at 6pm.

Betty DUSSIA AGE 80 - OTSEGO

Betty passed away Sunday, November 11, 2012 in Otsego. Betty was born October 4, 1932 in Allegan, MI to Leo and Garnett (Goodacre) Witt.

Betty had been employed at Kal-Equip, Premier Printing and as a manager at the Comstock VFW. She was a past President of the VFW Post 3030 Ladies Auxiliary; enjoyed golfing and bowling and was also a dance instructor for many years in Otsego. Betty is survived by her sons, Robert Dussia of Kalamazoo and Randy (Brenda) Dussia of Otsego. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Bill and Richard Witt. In keeping with her wishes cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, Nov. 16 at 1:00 P.M. at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego with Bill Rose, Celebrant. Burial of ashes will follow at Mt. Home Cemetery, Otsego.

Contributions in memory of Betty may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice.

Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com

AGE 70 - OTSEGO

Larry passed away, Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at his home. Larry was born June 21, 1942 in Plainwell, the son of Albert and Junerose (Livingston) Wason and was a lifelong resident of Otsego. For 34 years he was employed with Plainwell Paper Co. until 2000. Then he worked at Schafers Bakery until 2002. In his leisure time, Larry enjoyed watching his son and grandson play ball, his granddaughter grow up and Pierre’s racing.

On June 29, 1963 in Otsego, he married his wife of 49 years, Linda (Baker) Wason who survives.

Also surviving are his sons, Pierre Wason of Gobles and Franky Wason of Otsego; two grandchildren, Jonathan Wason of Fort Knox, KY and Samantha at home; his brother, Robert Wason; his sister, Dian Florian; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Harriet Bolhuis and a brother, Albert A. Wason. Cremation has taken place. A memorial visitation will be held Friday, November 16, 2012 from 4 – 6 P.M.at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, followed by a gathering at the Church of God in Otsego. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association.

Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com

George Adrianson 7-9-04 – 11-18-82

In loving memory of our beloved Dad who has been gone 30 years ago today.

Now Mom is with you.

We love and miss you both very much.

Rose, Maggie, Lyle & Families The Plainwell Christmas Parade is looking for individuals, groups, businesses and organizations who would like to participate in the parade on December 1st at 1:00p.m. downtown Plainwell. For more information please call Chris @ (269) 685-3152.

Hall Rental Call 1-866-676-7884 Francis E. Sanders American Legion Post 84 & Scout House 410 E. Orleans, Otsego • Showers • Graduations • Birthday Parties • Business Meetings • Retirement Parties • Dances • Zumba Classes • Weddings & Receptions AIR CONDITIONED

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3rd Annual Holiday Vendor Expo Saturday, Dec. 1st, 9am-2pm (Soup Luncheon from 11am-1pm) Martin School Wyatt Center

Veterans & Public Invited to join us at Wahmhoff farms, 23090 M40 Hwy., Gobles *****Vendors Wanted***** on Monday, December 3rd at 10am for the $25/booth with electric or $20/booth without.

Trees For Troops loading event. Come help Please call Kim Smith (269)512-4557 or us load donated Christmas Trees as a way to Norma Salmon (269)317-3659. express your gratitude to servicemen & women who serve our country. This year the Christmas Cards at Brookside Park... on trees being loaded at Wahmhoff Farms are display from Nov. 17th-Jan. 5th. Businesses shipping to the military base at Ft. Knox, KY. interested in displaying a card can contact the Otsego Chamber of Commerce for deCommunity Service of Thanksgiving tails (269)694-6880 Sunday, November 18, 6 pm Otsego High School Auditorium Words & prayers of Thanksgiving New Exhibits At the Otsego Museum.

UMC Bell Choir & Sweet Adelines Holiday collections, nativity scenes, santas, Combined Praise Group (area churches) dolls and much more. Museum is open SatOffering collected to support community urdays from 10am-2pm.

Food Pantry & Christian Neighbors.

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A Christmas Bazaar on December 15 from 9am-5pm at Calvary Community Church, 317 South 12th, Plainwell (south of Midway Chevrolet). We will have crafts, baked goods, and other misc. items. Gift wrapping will be available.

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Dolores Pulver is going to be 80 years young on November 29th.

Mom’s wish is for everyone to stop in if even for 5 minutes. No GIFTS please, your presence would be the greatest gift you can give.

Respectfully, The Pulver Family Cards may be sent to: P.O. Box 272, Otsego, MI 49078

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DONATION DROP SITE Moses is a sweetheart. He is young, still growing and could use some basic training with manners. Luckily he’s a smart guy and learns quickly. Moses is so eager to please and would like nothing better than to find a loving home.

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Volunteer Christmas Project A drop box will be located inside the office, now thru Dec. 12th for donations for the project. Items of greatest need include: Board games, arts and craft kits, gift certificates to malls or fast food places, food & pantry items and hygiene items. Gifts for ages 8-12 and teens thru 17 are in greatest need.

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Once again, the Plainwell Downtown Development Authority is sponsoring a Limited Edition Glass Ball Tree Ornament to raise funds for the Fourth of July Fireworks celebration held each year at the Municipal Airport in partnership with Gun Plain Township. This is the second year establishing a tradition of selling ornaments, anticipating this becoming an annual custom in Plainwell.

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The holiday festivities in Plainwell begin November 30th. Everyone is invited to dedicate the Renaissance Race Sculpture in Fannie Pell Park at 6 p.m. Enjoy refreshments inside City Hall provided by the Plainwell United Methodist Church, and head over to the Tree Lighting at 7 p.m. at the new plaza on West Bridge Street.

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This ornament will commemorate the William Crispe Community House because 2012 marks its 50th anniversary as an important asset in the community. The 3-1/4" Glass Ball Tree ornament, which will be sold individually, sells for $15 each.

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The ornament can be purchased during the operating hours at the following: Plainwell City Hall, 141 N. Main Street (269) 6856821 (8 am to 5 pm M-F) Campbell's Pharmacy, 102 S. Main, (269) 6856808 (9 am to 7 pm M-F; 9 am- 5 pm Sat)

Because the ornaments are a limited edition item, it is recommended that residents purchase them while supplies last. They will be available on or around November 30th to coincide with the other holiday festivities in Plainwell.

The Calico Rabbit Craft and Antique Mall, 130 N. Main Street, (269) 685-9899, (M-F 10am-5pm; Wednesdays 10am-6pm; Saturdays 10am -3pm) For more information, call City Hall at (269) 6856821 or email eschada@plainwell.org

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The Plainwell Christmas Parade is looking for individuals, groups, businesses and organizations who would like to participate in the parade on December 1st at 1:00p.m. downtown Plainwell. _______________ For more information please call Chris at (269) 685-3152. After the parade, everyone is invited to meet with Santa inside City Hall at 141 N. Main Street. The Music Society will be providing refreshments after the parade

COME BACK DOWNTOWN….CONSTRUCTION IS OVER! SHOP LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! Miscellaneous Shoppers Guide will be closed Thurs., Nov. 22 for Thanksgiving. Display deadline is Tues., Nov. 20 at 5pm. Classified deadline is Weds., Nov. 21 at 3:30pm.

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Otsego Christmas Parade will be held Friday, Nov. 30th at 7pm. Theme will be “I’ll Be Home For Christmas”. DDA & Chamber will be hosting downtown Christmas celebration starting at 6pm.

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We will be closed November 22 & 23 in observance of Thanksgiving!

Antique Auto Insurance! Call Katie at Ken Bleeker Insurance. Low cost, no obligation quotes. 269-672-5228 Hours: Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 9am-5pm

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Entertainment Come Sing With Us! Mid-Lakes Chorus of Sweet Adelines invites you to join us for the holiday season. Free voice lessons are included at each rehearsal Tuesdays 6:30 at Plainwell Community Center. Free holiday concert to benefit Christian Neighbors will be December 9th at 4pm at Plainwell United Methodist Church.

There Will Be A CCW/CPL Class held at the Kyle Jennings @ 10th St. Saloon. Wed., NoGun River Conservation Club in Plainwell on vember 21st, 9pm-1am. No cover, lot of fun!

Sunday, December 16th, 8am to 5pm. It is a 1 day CPL Class for $100. The $100 class fee Hunters, Come Warm Up with a hearty includes, lunch by the Club, use of handmeal after you come out of the woods. guns, ammunition, safety equipment and Breakfast served all day.

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Pine Lake Diner - Happy Thanksgiving! We will be closed Nov. 22nd-25th for remodel- I don’t know what the key to success is, but ing. See you on Monday, Nov. 26th! the key to failure is trying to please everyone. Support Your Community Shop local and avoid the traffic.

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Christmas Cards at Brookside Park... on display from Nov. 17th-Jan. 5th. Businesses interested in displaying a card can contact the Otsego Chamber of Commerce for details (269)694-6880 Holiday Open House - Becka’s Cookies, Creative Memories, Xango, Origami Owl, Jamberry Nails, Sunday, Nov. 18th, 2pm-5pm, 402 W. Franklin St., Otsego. Call Becky Bohl for more info. (269)694-4629.

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COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...November 17, 2012....Phone 694-9431

NOVEMBER is...

Homelessness Awareness Month

By helping Christian Neighbors help others,

YOU MAY WIN!!

A few stories of serving homeless families this year...

“I moved here from another state about a year ago to care for my grandmother. When my grandmother passed away this last summer, I found myself with no housing and no income. I slept wherever I could; yes, I did sleep in my car. I came to Christian Neighbors to find out what assistance may be available. I have a job now working as a home health aide. Through collaborative resources, I will now have housing, be able to access a food pantry, and I am currently attending school to get my high school diploma.”

“When my wife left me, I found myself homeless with two children. Christian Neighbors was able to help me find housing and help me with food for my children. They took away the embarrassment that I felt as I had never experienced being homeless and not knowing where to turn for help.”

As fall settles in with winter around the corner, take a moment to be thankful for the security of your home, family and neighborhood.

Be challenged to remember those who may be struggling or may not know where they will sleep tonight.

Christian Neighbors has been serving the most vulnerable individuals and households within our community since 1983.

We provide: • Food boxes each month for those who need it.

• Emergency financial assistance with rental evictions, utility shut-offs and needed prescriptions.

• Financial management and other activity classes to the general public.

• Personalized budgeting and mentoring to those who need a little help.

• Veteran Service Officer available 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

• Free tax clinic through United Way Partnership (February 9, 2013) • Help with food stamp application.

In 2011 we provided $367,000 in emergency assistance, food and program dollars to thousands of people in our communities of Plainwell, Otsego & Martin

WE DEPEND ON YOU, OUR COMMUNITY NEIGHBORS, TO HELP US IN THIS IMPORTANT WORK.

CHRISTIAN NEIGHBORS † 282 12th Street - Plainwell 269-685-4166 "Neighbors Caring For Neighbors" email: info@christianneighbors.org www.christianneighbors.org Please tear out the following coupon and mail it back with your financial support.

If your coupon is drawn YOU WILL WIN one of the following: (You may enter the drawing without making a donation by simply mailing in the coupon.)

First Prize: Huffy 18 Speed 26” Mountain Bike Second Prize: MegaHeat 23,000BTU Kerosene Heater Third Prize: One Dozen Cupcakes from The Cupcake Zoo in Otsego DRAWING ON DECEMBER 28, 2012

CHRISTIAN NEIGHBORS † Yes, I want to help prevent homelessness and care for those in need in my community.

Enclosed is my tax deductible gift of $_______________________________________________ Name_______________________________________ Home Phone_________________________ Address____________________________________Email Address__________________________ City_________________________________________State_____ Zip Code___________________ This gift is in honor of_______________________________________________________________ In memory of______________________________________________________________________ Send acknowledgement to:___________________________________________________________ Please return this form and your check to Christian Neighbors, PO Box 53, Plainwell, MI 49080 Shoppers Guide 11/12