FOR SALE - Formica kitchen table with 6 chairs, $50; futon with mattress, $50; electric treadmill, $125 or best offer; wood tv stand with shelves, $15. 517-927-9523.
FOR SALE - 2023 AGT L12 mini excavator. Manual claw, Briggs gas motor, 89.5 hours. $5500 or best offer. Job is done! Call Robert 517-526-2022 - Orleans.
SHOPPER’S GUIDE DEADLINE - Thursdays at NOON.
YARD SALE - 531 N Jackson St., Ionia. Thursday, September 26 9AM-4PM. Lots of miscellaneous!
FOR RENT - 2 bedroom house, quiet country setting in Ionia. No pets. $1,100/month. 616902-2242. Tenant pays propane, electric & lawn maintenance.
FOR SALE - 25 ft. Tracer trailer camper. 2012 model 230FBS. Interior completely updated. $10,900 or best offer. Call or text 616-527-6514.
LARGE GARAGE SALE antiques & vintage furniture collectibles & art, lighting, linens, clothing, kitchen, appliances, grill, canning jars, books, crafts and lots of miscellaneous items. Sept. 27th, 28th, 29th 105 2 miles north of 96 or 5 miles south of Ionia on M-66 5339 S State Road, Ionia
Nursery (Landscape) Assistant needed - We are seeking a dedicated Nursery (Landscape) Assistant to join our team. This role requires a strong interest in horticulture and a willingness to learn. Requirements:1 year of on-the-job training is required for this position. - Passion for plants and landscaping. - Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to horrocksnurseryfarm@proton.me.
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FOR SALE - Seasoned firewood/camp firewood. Face cord $65.00. Delivery possible. 1-616-430-4464.
HUGE GARAGE SALE - 2584 E Bluewater Hwy, Ionia. Thursday & Friday, September 26 & 27. 8:30AM-5PM, rain or shine. Huge collection of 30 dolls, clothing, man cave items, fabric & patterns.
BARN SALE - Thursday, Friday, Saturday, September 19, 20, 21, 9AM-5PM. Puzzles, books, dolls, dishes, clothes, small tables, lawn chairs, weed whacker, leaf blower, gun cabinent, misc. 1690 Keefer Hwy, Lyons.
HAY FOR SALE - Good quality 4x5 round bales of grassy hay. Delivery available. 616-690-2591
WE DO TRASH - Free estimate. All scrap metal and appliance. Free removal. Call J&J 616-7199742.
FOR SALE - Peavey Master Amp with 2 column speakers. Professional model. 616-527-1235.
† FERRIS
Edward Dewey Ferris aged 83 of Mecosta, MI passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024. He was born on December 20, 1940, in Ionia, MI the son of Roy and Geraldine (Randall) Ferris.
Edward enjoyed hunting, fishing, doing yardwork and just tinkering around.
Surviving Edward is his wife Mary Ferris of Mecosta; daughters Linda Maddox of Lyons, Cindy Block of Lyons, Mindy (Thomas) Hornby of Mecosta and Wendy VanSipe of South Dakota; grandchildren Stephanie Lathshaw, Judith (Blaire) Roland, Laci Bennett, Amanda Block, Amber (Ryan) Montague, Matthew (Heather) Graham, Justin Graham, Jeffrey VanSipe, Glenn VanSipe and Patrick VanSipe; 18 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. Siblings Earnest (Sally) Ferris of Ionia, Elmer Ferris of Florida, Kenny Ferris of Lyons, Gaylord (Paula) Ferris of Ionia, Mike (Jackie) Ferris of Lyons and Shirley Young of Ionia. He was preceded in death by his parents, first wife Patricia, brother Bernie, grandson Travis Maddox and son-in-law Jeff VanSipe.
Funeral services will be held at the Lake Funeral Home in Ionia on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 11:00 am with Pastors Tim Ross and Jon Prominski officiating. Interment at Oakwood cemetery in Muir. A visitation will be held on Thursday the 19th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com
† COOPER
Troy Michael Cooper “Cowpatty” aged 60 of Ionia, MI passed away Friday, September 13, 2024. He was born on September 11,1964, in Lansing, the son of John and Judy Cooper.
Troy was Class of 1982, Portland High School. He was a long-time Laborer and Operator for Granger Construction Company. He was an active member of the Thunder Knights Motorcycle Club “TKMC”. Surviving Troy is his father John Cooper Jr. of Sheridan; daughters, Kristin (Joseph) Kennedy of Hastings and Frankie Cooper of Ionia; grandson Elijah Gross; siblings, Karen (Tim) Cooper-Green of Davison, Robin (Joel) Sandborn of Falmouth, Rebekah (Jon) Bailey of Muir and many nieces and nephews. He cherished his brothers in the TKMC and viewed them as his extended family. He was preceded in death by his mother Judy, brothers Jeffery and Joe Cooper and sister Debbie Fuller.
A celebration of life will be held at Eagle Township Hall 14318 Michigan St. Eagle, MI 48822 on Saturday, September 21st at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations can be accepted and made payable to Troy Cooper. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com
AREA DEATHS
† DAVIS
Richard Arnold Davis, age 90, of Lake Odessa, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024.
† LUTZ
Shirley Jean Lutz, age 76, of Belding, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2024.
† POLHAMUS
Ruth Martha Polhamus, age 95, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024.
Ruth was a longtime parishioner of St. Patrick’s Church in Portland, Michigan.
Ruth was a devoted homemaker to her family. She enjoyed cooking, baking daily and especially for birthdays and holidays. For many years, she provided an annual winter birthday celebrating all the winter birthdays in our family by preparing her special recipe of “Spaghetti and Homemade Meatballs”.
With the loss of her first husband (Jack Stahl), Ruth raised and supported her five (5) children Lynne, Mark, Michelle, Kyle and Jackie on her own by working at the D & C Dime store and ironing for her neighbors and others. Ruth was a wonderful, loving mom and grandma, who never complained, and her family always looks back at her example to carry on in difficult times.
Ruth is preceded in death by her parents Herman and Lena Hall, daughter Jackie Stahl (Martin) and son Mark Stahl. She leaves behind her husband John Pohlamus, children Lynne (Ron) Judge, Michelle Remington and Kyle (Janice) Stahl. Her grandchildren, Bryan Judge, Heather (Todd) Maxon, Laura (Mike) Harrington, Danielle Marines, Shirley and Billy Jo Gross and Kurt Remington. Her great grandchildren, Andrew, Aidan, Riegan and Blake Judge, Ryan and Brandon Maxon, Hunter and Nick Stahl, Josh and Jacob Martin, Mariah Fedewa, Darius, Atraeus, Aliyah Marines, Kenneth and Mikey Harrington, Matthew Snay, Cody, Jeremiah, Alisha and Gabrial Remington.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 21, 2024, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 140 Church St., Portland, Michigan, 48875. The family will receive friends for one (1) hour prior to the Funeral Mass on Saturday.
6 FAMILY GARAGE & CRAFT
SALE - Dryer, carpet cleaner, bed frame, cake pans, household, lots more. Clothing: Mens M-XXL, womens X/S to XXL. Lots of brand new items. Crafts for sale: Mens corner, hunting suit & jacket, etc. Indoor grow equipment-hydro system, 2x4 8 bulb lites, 1000 watt light & bulbs, fans, etc. Don’t miss!! Thursday and Friday, September 26 & 27 8:30AM-5:30PM 4520 N Jefferson Rd., Ionia (1st house north of Hubbell).
BIG JEWELRY SALE - September 20-21 Friday & Saturday 10AM6PM. 155 Lafayette St., Ionia. 100’s to choose from. Multiple styles of pre-owned bracelets, necklaces & earrings. Some gold. 40 watches. 25¢-$50.
WHY BUY LOCAL? Give Back to Your Community! It has been shown, that locally owned businesses donate over twice as much per sales dollar to local non-profits, events, and teams compared to nationally owned businesses.
† CHICKERING
Thomas Chickering, 81, of rural Rockford, passed away at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital on September 16, 2024. Thomas was born in Belding on June 3, 1943, the son of Herbert and Helen (McGeough) Chickering.
After high school, he went on to work as a machine repairman at General Motors for over 30 years, “retired” for two weeks, and then went to work for Penske for another 5 years. He was a car man at heart and loved anything that went fast, he loved his GTO Judge, and even built at Shelby Cobra kit car. An avid snowmobile fan, he enjoyed many trips to the U.P. to ride the trails, he especially enjoyed the trips he took to Yellowstone to ride. He was a tinkerer, you could always find him out in his shop working on something, when he wasn’t tinkering, he liked to tell jokes and was an all-around social guy. He enjoyed his time with his breakfast buddies at the Bridge Street Café and never missed any of his grandkid’s events. From sports to concerts and everything in between, he was a good grandpa and attended every event he could. Sometimes when there wasn’t much else going on, he’d hop in his car and drive, sometimes up to Traverse City, just to have lunch and come back home.
Thomas is survived by his children; Tammi (Greg) Kneale of Lake Odessa, Chris (Shannon) Chickering of Saranac, his grandchildren; Megen Wittenbach, Amelia (Tyler) McGinnis, Mackenzie (Kevin) Treman, Mary O’Hara, Kylie (Joe) Hendges, Hunter Chickering, eight great grandkids, his siblings; Richard (Mary Lou) Chickering of Belding, Ceclia (Gene) Trebian of Shiloh, along with many other extended family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Marilyn, a daughter; Darcey O’Hara, a son; Aaron Chickering, and a brother; Chick Chickering. Memorial services will be held on Friday September 27th at 11am at Johnson Feuerstein Funeral Home, Belding. A visitation will be held on Thursday September 26th from 5pm-8pm, also at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in memory of Thomas may be directed to Corewell Health Hospice, envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
To send a message of condolence to the family, order flowers, or sign his online guestbook, please visit www.jffh.com
FOR SALE - Seasoned white Ash for wood boilers. 14 ft. Dump trailer load. Approximately 2 full cords. $400, if more than 15 miles from Hubbardston, $425. Cash only. 989-640-8414
EMERGENCY ROAD Service. Saranac and surrounding areas. On road repairs. Rob’s Towing & Auto Salvage. “CHEAP HOOKER” 616- 292-7649 or 616-2958820.
Cybersecurity App: Send, uplooad and manage files securely account includes e-signatures. $78/month 616527-8195
DOWNSIZING GARAGE SALE
- Tons of treasures from a 35 ft. 5th wheel camper to small knick-knacks. Come check it out. Thursday, September 19 to Sunday September 22, 9AM6PM, rain or shine. 3297 E Bluewater, Ionia.
SARANAC PLUMBING - All your plumbing needs at a reasonable price! Service and Installation of Water heaters. Call me before you call anyone else! Guaranteed to satisfy you with excellent results! 616-2629825.
Call for a Free Insurance Quote or Review… Becky Wagner, All Seasons Insurance 989-584-3155.
C & W Tools will only be open afternoons starting July 12, 2024. Call ahead 616-527-2724.
Did you know?
The Ionia County Shopper’s Guide has been owned and operated by the Brown Family since 1968. Even though our format has changed, our publication is very much still the same ownership.
THANKS FOR YOUR DEDICATION TO THIS PAPER!
IONIA AREA CROP HUNGER WALK October 6, 2024. Info & donations: crophungerwalk. org and search Ionia Area Crop Hunger.
Stop in to check out our Worldlawn Mowers! Built in Nebraska USA! Commercial quality! Kawasaki engines! Dual gas tanks! 3 year warranty. Financing Available. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.
SHOPPER’S GUIDE DEADLINE - Thursdays at NOON.
Remember a Veteran! Purchase a brick in their honor at the Belding Veterans Park. Contact Holly at 616-894-5488. $50 per brick.
FOR SALE - RAM 208 Big Horn quad cab. 128,200 miles. $10,000. 616-7552677.
WE HAVE WALNUT TREES that need to go. Call us if you are interested. 616-902-8766 or 616-902-9161.
SHOPPER’S GUIDE HOURSMonday to Wednesday 8AM3PM, Thursday 8AM-1PM. Closed Friday-Sunday.
RECONDITIONED BATTERIES: $40 plus exchange. Wandel Auto Salvage, 2200 Welch Road, Ionia. 616-527-3792.
TICKETS!!!! We carry double roll raffle tickets for $9 + tax per roll at The Shoppers Guide. Also available: Custom printed tickets! Call for a quote. 616642-9411. 13 N. Bridge Street. Downtown Saranac.
FOR SALE - Woods 5 ft. 3pt. Brush hog. Good condition. $500 cash. Also, Dog coop, $50. 616-597-9341. No Sunday calls please.
HAY FOR SALE - Good quality 4x5 round bales of grassy hay. Delivery available. 616-690-2591
WORK WANTED - Double D’s tree service Plus 70’ & 40’ bucket trucks. Tree trimming and removal, brush chipping, Stump grinding. Free estimates and Insured. Call Dave Delinsky at 616-212-3008.
C & W Tools will only be open afternoons starting July 12, 2024. Call ahead 616-527-2724.
HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520Darrell.
WANT ADS GET RESULTS
DON’T FORGET VOTE November if you are over 18. musicweaverusa.com
C & S DRYWALL - 20 years experience. Hang, finish, hand texture ceilings. Free estimates. 616-868-6140.
Stop in with us for all your wood cutting supplies. From saws to chains! Used and new saws in stock! Oregon bars and chains for any saw! We can also fix your saw! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.
BAILEY’S SEWING MACHINE REPAIR - 4849 N. State Rd. Ionia, MI48846. 616-522-0702. Hours are 9am to 5pm. Singer, Brother, Pfaff.
DAVAL’S USED FURNITURE & ANTIQUES- 6 buildings with 15,000 sq. ft. of quality furniture, antiques and collectibles. SAVE TIME & MONEY. Shop Daval’s for the Best selection, Best Quality, Best Price. You have to see it to Believe it! We are truly a destination place and worth the drive. We buy Estates. Layaway terms available. Visa/Mastercard/Discover accepted. 2 miles West of Hastings at 2084 W. M-43 Hwy. Near Bob’s Gun and Tackle. Hours Sunday 12-5pm, Mon-Fri, 10am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, 269-948-2463.
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Eat your fill of apple treats
Come October, everything is awash in orange — including food. Pumpkin products are ubiquitous this time of year, and everything from muffins to cookies to coffees are given pumpkin-infused spins.
Although it may seem like there is no room on the menu for anything other than pumpkin right now, fans of another fall favorite can rest assured that apples will never fall out of favor on the dessert table. Apples come into season early in September but remain tasty staples all the way through the holiday entertaining season in December. That leaves plenty of opportunities to offer apple-based desserts.
Crisps are desserts that have streusel-like toppings, and are close cousins to cobblers, which feature more of a biscuit topping. The crunch of the streusel on this “Apple Crisp” from “Danielle Walker’s Eat What You Love” (Ten Speed Press) is addictive. It replaces a traditional oats or flour-sugar mixture crisp into something those who are gluten-free can enjoy.
Apple Crisp
Serves 8 to 10
3⁄4 cup cashew flour
1⁄4 cup coconut flour
3 tablespoons arrowroot flour
1⁄4 cup maple sugar
1⁄4 cup coconut sugar
1⁄4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1⁄2 cup chilled ghee, or palm shortening
1⁄2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
Preheat the oven to 350 F.
3 pounds baking apples
Finely grated zest of 1 orange
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1⁄4 cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1⁄4 teaspoon ground allspice
Whipped cream (dairy or non-dairy), optional
In a large mixing bowl, mix together the cashew flour, coconut flour, arrowroot, maple sugar, coconut sugar, and salt. Mix the ghee into the flour mixture using a pastry blender or two knives, until the mixture has the texture of coarse sand. Add the shredded coconut, and use your hands to toss and squeeze the mixture until large, moist clumps form. Place the bowl in the freezer to chill while you prepare the filling.
Peel and core the apples, then cut them into large wedges. In a 2-quart baking dish, combine the apples with the orange zest, lemon zest, lemon juice, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Remove the topping from the freezer and scatter it over the apples. Place the baking dish on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, until the top is brown and the sauce is bubbling. Serve warm with whipped cream on top. PC23A395
Back Pack blowers in Stock! Ready for leave? Upgrade to a Redmax or EFCO Blower! Make quick work of those leaves this Fall. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.
SHOPPER’S GUIDE HOURSMonday to Wednesday 8AM3PM, Thursday 8AM-1PM. Closed Friday-Sunday.
SAYERS TREE SERVICE:
Trimming, removal, brush chipping, lot clearing, and stump grinding. Free estimates. Insured. 616527-4762.
COLOR COPIES available at the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, 13 Bridge Street, Saranac.
STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635.
FOR SALE - Echo 330 EVL chainsaw with case, 3 saw blades, wrench, sharpener, $200 or best offer. 616-522-7368.
Husqvarna riders and zero turns in stock! Summer rebates available. Buy now and Save! We service what we sell! Financing available. Free Delivery! We take trades! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.
C & W Tools will only be open afternoons starting July 12, 2024. Call ahead 616-527-2724.
FOR SALE - RAM 208 Big Horn quad cab. 128,200 miles. $10,000. 616-7552677.
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U.S.A Flags in Stock at the Shoppers Guide. 13 N. Bridge St. Saranac. 616-642-9411.
WELCOME!! We are Open Monday-Friday 10am, to 4pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm. Seymour Furniture. Downtown Ionia. 616-527-0630.
FOR SALE - Seasoned White Ash firewood boilers. 14 ft. Dump trailer load. Approximately 2 full cords. $400. If more than 15 miles from Hubardston, $425. Cash Only. 989-640-8414.
INDUSTRIAL SEWING- Marine canvas and tarp repair/refurbishment. 269838-6387.
HANDYMAN SERVICES Saranac Area. Call Jordan at 616-430-5453.
Prepare for power outages today with a Generac Home Standby Generator. Act now to receive a FREE 5-Year warranty with qualifying purchase* Call 1-855-948-6176 today to schedule a free quote. It’s not just a generator. It’s a power move.
WORK WANTED - Double D’s tree service Plus 70’ & 40’ bucket trucks. Tree trimming and removal, brush chipping, Stump grinding. Free estimates and Insured. Call Dave Delinsky at 616-212-3008.
DRIVER’S LICENSE SUSPENDED or REVOKED? Don’t get sucked into $100-$300 evaluation fees. I NEVER charge for your record evaluation and consultation! Driver’s license RESTORATION: $3,500 includes all filing fees and FREE consultation and evaluation of your case. Have a question? Call Attorney Martin Mead, 616-235-0330.Visit www.AttorneyMartinMead.com.
NEW EFCO 16” Saw with a 2 year warranty for only $199. 18” for $239. 20” for $269. Great saw for the money! Try one Today! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795.
SEEING IS BELIEVING! Print advertising is where it’s at!
DRYWALL/REPAIR WORK. Big and Small jobs. Fully insured. 35 years experience. Call Tom Teunessen. 616-218-2877.
Ionia Area CROP
Hunger Walk
C & W Tools will only be open afternoons starting July 12, 2024. Call ahead 616-527-2724.
WHY BUY LOCAL? Build Community! The casual interactions you enjoy at locally owned businesses and public spaces encourage better relationships, community bonding, and building. They’re the ultimate social networking opportunities!
Ionia Area Crop Hunger Walk 2024
This is the 43rd year for the Crop Hunger Walk in the Ionia area and the 55th year since this nation-wide program began after WW II.
The Crop Hunger Walk is part of Church World Services (CWS) an organization formed at the end of WW II to address humanitarian needs in war-tom Europe and now responding to worldwide humanitarian issues.
Please consider giving/participating, as 25% of the monies raised locally are distributed to our local food pantries. To give on-line visit crophungerwalk. org / search Ionia area crop hunger walk 2024, join a team or give as an individual.
The Ionia Area Crop Hunger Walk is scheduled for October 6th.
Walk check-in: First Christian Church parking lot (130 E. Washington St. Ionia, Ml) at: 1:30 PM. (refreshments, including water, popcorn, and cookies will be available)
Send off with the Walk to begin at 2:00 p.m. Three walks will be available, each with varying distances.
Come join us !
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Thank You
LOCAL BUSINESSES
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TUESDAY – AA MEETING Tuesdays at 7PM at Clarksville Bible Church, 191 S Main St. – HUBBARDSTON –
OCTOBER 20 – ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT
BREAKFAST BUFFET 7:30-11AM. Adults, $13, 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $10, age 5 and under Free. American Legion Post 182, 165 Lincoln Ave. – IONIA –
OCTOBER 6 – CROP HUNGER WALK Info & donations: crophungerwalk.
R.E. RUEHS GARAGE, Inc
org and search Ionia Area Crop Hunger.
OCTOBER 23 – PIPER SCHOOL
FRIENDS will meet for lunch at 11:30 AM at Renucci’s in Ionia. Please bring your memories and photos.
MONDAY – IMMUNIZATION
WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30-11:30AM and 12:30-3PM at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 E Adams St. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.
WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY – PREGNANCY SERVICES OF IONIA COUNTY FREE pregnancy tests, educational classes on pregnancy, newborn care, parenting, free boutique with essentials for maternity, preemie/ newborn to 4T, diapers & formula. 217 W Main. Online scheduling available. www.PSICionia.org 616 755-6077 (voice/text)
MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY
– FOOD PANTRY Illuminate Church food pantry, 83 E Tuttle (behind Ken's Market) is open 11AM-1PM Contact info 616 522-7335.
ESTATE AUCTION
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 AT 10AM
6351 JOHNSON RD, BELDING, MI 48809
Directions: East of Belding, MI on M-44 2 ½ miles to Johnson Rd, South to auction.
This live auction features a ton of household articles from a 5 bedroom two story home, collectibles, tools, lawn & garden plus articles from the barns. 2 auctioneers selling. 10% BP. Brief List.
Gravely 152Z Zero Turn 52” mower 702 hours; Agri-Fab 10 cu ft Lawn Vac; Wheel Horse 312-8 Riding Mower; John Deere 240 48 in Riding Mower; JD 30 Tiller attachment; Troy-Bilt tiller; Craftsman 3.5 hp Edger/Trimmer; Wheel Horse Snow plow attachment; Picnic Table; (2) Garden Bench; (2) Park Benches; 9x6 Utility Trailer. Portable Air Compressor; Kennedy Machinist Tool Box; Machinist Tools; Reddy Heater; Hand Tools; LP tanks; Hand Power tools; 6 ft 3 Drawer Wood Bench; Craftsman Wood Working Machines; Generator Transfer Switch; Generator Cord; Kenmore Appliances (Refrigerator, Washer & Dryer, Gas Range, electric Range; GE Stainless Under counter Dish Washer; Globe Meat Slicer; Stainless Gas Grill; Vintage & Modern furniture (Kitchen, Living room & Bedroom); (4) Flat Screen TV’s; Wall Art; Linens; books; Antique Singer Cabinet Sewing Machine; (3) Window Air Conditioners; Pumpkin Blow Mold; Crocks; Culligan Water Softener System; Oil-Fired Basement Furnace; Collection of Pig Figurines; (4) Harmonicas; Small Antiques/Collectibles; (40) Boxes of Canning Jar; & Much More! Estate of Letitia Blake
WEDNESDAY – COMMUNITY
DRAWERS Third Wednesday each month from 1:30-4:30PM at the Ionia First UMC, 105 E Main St. Personal care items for those in need in our community.
WEDNESDAY – ZION FOOD PANTRY
First Christian Church, 130 E Washington. 2-4:30PM
WEDNESDAY – TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) A weight loss support group meets weekly on Wednesday, 6-7:30PM at Saints Peter & Paul School, Ionia, door G. First visit is free. 616 644-1858. www.tops.org
THURSDAY – IMMUNIZATION
WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30-11:30AM and 12:30-3PM at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 E Adams St. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.
THURSDAYS – MID-MICHIGAN
WORD GATHERERS 9:30AM-Noon, at Keller Williams Rivertown Hoppough. We write, share, encourage (not judge). All adult writers welcome. Info: 586-291-8877, www.facebook.com/ groups/MMWordGatherers.
THURSDAY – THURSDAY DINER
(Soup Kitchen) 6PM, 105 E Main St. Call 616 527-1910 for information.
THURSDAY – AL-ANON MEETINGS
7PM, Now on Zoom! Call Sandi at 616 255-3751 or Joy at 616 901-7779 for more info.
SATURDAY – BREAKFAST BUFFET
Second Saturday of each month, 8-10AM at St. John's Lutheran School, 617 N Jefferson St.
TUESDAY – FOOD PANTRY/CLOTHING CLOSET Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center, 721 Elmwood Dr. (behind the church) is open the third Tuesday of the month, 9:30AM-1PM. No ID needed. Accepting slightly used clothing for those in need. 616 527-6465 for info.
TUESDAY – IMMUNIZATION
WALK-IN CLINIC 8:30-11:30AM and 12:30-3PM at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 E Adams St. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.
TUESDAY – MOBILE ZION FOOD
PANTRY Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:30PM at the Ionia Fairgrounds. Call 616 527-1910 for information.
TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY
– THE CHRISTIAN SERVICE CENTER OF IONIA NOW OPEN Tuesdays 9AM-Noon and 1-4PM; Wednesdays 9AM-Noon and 1-3PM; Saturdays 9AM-Noon. On the corner of Depot & Washington. Phone 616 527-1530.
WEDNESDAY – IMMUNIZATION
CLINIC 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month, 10AM-5PM and 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 8:30-11:30AM and 12:30-3PM at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 E Adams St. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3.
– LYONS/MUIR –
SEPTEMBER 24 – SIP & READ BOOK
CLUB 11AM at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow readers for a discussion of River Sing Me Home by Eleanor Shearer. Coffee, tea, and snacks provided, as well as a limited number of free copies of the book.
SEPTEMBER 25 – KNITTER’S CIRCLE
11AM at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow knitters to craft and learn in a friendly, welcoming environment.
SEPTEMBER 25 – STORYTIME 11AM at the Lyons Township District Library. Youth and caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, and activities designed to encourage early literacy skills.
SEPTEMBER 26 – WRITERS GROUP
10AM at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow writers for feedback and inspiration at the library.
SEPTEMBER 26 – GAME NIGHT
4PM at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy board and computer games and more during Game Night at the library.
SEPTEMBER 26 – KIDS BINGO
4PM at the Lyons Township District Library. Play Bingo for a chance to win fun prizes!
SEPTEMBER 27 – TRUE CRIME
– LAKE ODESSA –
SEPTEMBER 25 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30am. Ages 2-5. Onetime registration is appreciated. To register for events, please call 616.374.4591, or stop in the library.
MONDAY – BINGO 1st & 3rd Mondays. Games start at 6PM, VFW Post, 3600 W Tupper Lake Rd. Doors open at 4:30. Questions: 616 374-7075.
MONDAY & THURSDAY – AA MEETING 7PM at St. Edwards Church, W M-50 Hwy. Info: call Robert at 616 902-9001.
TUESDAY – BABY QUILTS FOR THE BABIES at the Spectrum Pennock Hospital Nursery. The First Congregational Church of Lake Odessa, 767 Fourth Ave, the first Tuesday of each month at 11am. Info: call Judy Graham at (616) 374-8753.
THURSDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10-11AM at the Lakewood United Methodist Church, 10265 Brown Rd (M-50). We’re great listeners; everything said at our meetings is held in confidence; we can help you regain your serenity! Call 616 575-8000 for information.
SUNDAY – OLD TIME COUNTRY
MUSIC SHOWS 3PM, Bob’s Barn Jamborees, 1417 Johnson St. Open Mic at 4:30PM. Always free admission. Contact bobwarner40@gmail.com.
MONDAY – DALE E. HYLAND
AMERICAN LEGION POST 129 meets the second Monday of each month at 7PM at the Portland VFW on 1324 E Bridge St.
WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10-11AM at the First Congregational Church, 421 E Bridge St in the Fellowship Hall. We’re great listeners; everything said at our meetings is held in confidence; we can help you regain your serenity! Call 616 575-8000 for information.
THURSDAY – PORTLAND
COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge St. Open every Thursday 4-6PM. All of Portland School District eligible.
THURSDAY – TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) A non-profit weight loss support group meets weekly, 6-7:30PM at the Portland District Library. Call 517 647-2025.
– SARANAC –
MONDAY – BOSTON SARANAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETINGS Regular monthly meetings are at 7PM the 3rd Monday of each month.
LAB Noon at the Lyons Township District Library. Amateur detectives are invited to discuss a cold case file with fellow true crime enthusiasts.
SEPTEMBER 28 – ERAS PARTY
11AM at the Lyons Township District Library. Come celebrate your favorite Taylor Swift era by making friendship bracelets, entering to win Taylorinspired prizes, and more! Swifties in attendance are encouraged to dress as their favorite Taylor era.
– PORTLAND –
MONDAY – PORTLAND
COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge St. Open 9AM-Noon. All of Portland School District eligible.
TUESDAY – SARANAC COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION & SARANAC AREA WOMENS CLUB The third Tuesday of each month at the Greenridge office at 7PM.
THURSDAY – FOOD PANTRY at Saranac Community Church, 125 Bridge Street is open the FIRST & THIRD Thursdays, from 2-4PM – no appointment needed. Must be Saranac-Clarksville resident. For information call 642-6322.
THURSDAY – SAMS (SARANAC AREA MUSICIANS AND SINGERS)
PRACTICE in the Saranac High School band room. Choir is from 6-7PM and band is from 7-8PM. Anyone welcome. For more information call Karen at 616-902-7237.
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