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TOOLS, ABRASIVES, supplies and hardware. Make us your first stop instead of your last stop. We probably have it. Just think of all the time and gas money you will have saved. Easy in, easy out! C&W Tool Sales, 4548 South State, (M-66) Ionia. 616-527-2724.

FOR SALE - Car hauler, 18x7 steel deck, 2 axles, 3500 pound each with brakes, 2 ramps, spare tire. Less than 2000 miles. Also, 3 pt. rototiller and T-post and gates. 517-526-3753.

ST. ANTHONY’S RUMMAGE AND BAKE SALE - Friday, June 9, 9am to 5pm and Saturday, June 10, 9am to noon. New items available also. 3927 Jackson Rd. Saranac

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.

SAYERS TREE SERVICE: Trimming, removal, brush chipping, lot clearing, and stump grinding. Walnut Lumber. Free estimates. Insured. 616-527-4762.

TICKETS!!!! We carry double roll tickets raffle tickets for $9 + tax per roll at The Shoppers Guide. Also available: Custom printed tickets! Call for a quote. 616-642-9411. 13 N. Bridge Street. Downtown Saranac.

Saranac Community Schools

Compagner Scholarship Total $31,000.00 - Cora Bangert, Samuel Dibaba, Cole Edwards, Paigelyn Guernsey, Madalyn Hesche, Madeleine Hill, Camryn Jackson, William McPherson,Emily Mutschler Elijah Powell, Mitchell Price, Grayson Rasmus, Breanna Sterzick, Jordan Sterzick, Rebecca Thomas, Jadeyn Trahan, Brooklyn Winsor.

Simons Scholarship Total $12,000.00 - Tanner Bowen, Jagger Carigon, Cameron Cook, Gabriel Dibaba, Grace Hopkins, Trenton Hopkins, Ian Jorgensen, Hannah Knepper, Anna McPherson, Kaydence Mutschler, Natalie Olsen, Brenna Simmons, Benjamin Sluiter, Kellan Smith, Levi Spiece, Andrew Yerke, Zachariah Yonkers

Lombardo Scholarship Total $1,000.00 - Cameron Cook, William McPherson

Morris Scholarship Total $1,000.00 - Gabrielle Lauer

Steven M. Simpson Memorial Scholarship Total $500.00 - Ian Jorgensen

Ionia County Fishing & Hunting Club Scholarship Total $500.00 - Emily Mutschler

Athletic Boosters Scholarship Total $2,000.00 - Madalyn Hesche, Elijah Powell, Levi Spiece, Rebecca Thomas

Thomas M. And Sally J. (Potter) Spens Scholarship Total $500.00 - Grayson Rasmus

George A & Patricia Raimer Scholarship Total $500.00 - Samuel Dibaba

Darby Scholarship Total $1,500.00 - Trenton Hopkins, Kaydence Mutschler, Benjamin Sluiter

Biggs, Dickinson & Roberts Wealth Management Services Scholarship: Total $500.00 - Jadeeyn Trahan

Lake Scholarship Total $1,500.00 - Tanner Bowen, Cameron Cook, Gabriel Dibaba

Hammer Scholarship Total $500.00 - Kellan Smith

Allen Scholarship Total $1,000.00 - Anna McPherson, Andrew Yerke

Saranac Area Woman’s Club Total $1,000.00 - Levi Spiece, Brooklyn Winsor

Promise Scholarships Total $61,750.00 - Cora Bangert, Drew Barcelow, Tanner Bowen, Jagger Carigon, Cameron Cook, Aubrey Dennis, Lauren DesJarden, Brent DeVries, Gabriel Dibaba, Samuel Dibaba, Cole Edwards, Madison Emelander, Haley Feeback, Oliver Grilley, Kylee Gnuse, Carissa Granum, Paigelyn Guernsey

Ella Harris, Madalyn Hesche, Madeleine Hill, Derek Hopkins, Grace Hopkins, Trenton Hopkins, Hannah Hoppa, Madison Huhn, Camryn Jackson, Ian Jorgensen, Colin Kelley, Walter Kipanga, Hannah Knepper, Emmett Lake, Kiarra Lambert, Gabrielle Lauer, Abigail Lewis, Anna McPherson, William McPherson, Emily Mutschler, Kaydence Mutschler,Kohlton Nash. Natalie Olsen, Baileigh Perry, Elijah Powell, Abigail Price, Mitchell Price, Nathan Prins, Grayson Rasmus, Darian Reagan, Spencer Satterlee, Stuart Satterlee, Makayla Seese, Brenna Simmons,Benjamin Sluiter, Kellan Smith, Levi Spiece, Breanna Sterzick, Jordan Sterzick, James Stevens, Rebecca Thomas, Skylar Thompson, Jadeyn Trahan, Keatyn Walsweer, Dylan Wigfield, Brooklyn Winsor, Sophia Wolbers, Andrew Yerke, Zachariah Yonker.

Weed Eaters in Stock! Make the job easier with a new weed eater today! Curved shafts starting at $159, Straight shafts Starting at $199. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795

HELP WANTED - Certified and Experienced Tire Technician. Good benefits. Bring resume to Blundy & Hoppes, 3765 S. State Rd., Ionia MI 48846.

JIM SOLOMONSON DRYWALL Hang and finish, textures and repairs. New homes, remodels, basements. Free estimates. 20+ years experience. 616- 498-4539.

ESTATE SALE - June 9th and 10th. 723 Roselawn, corner of Fargo and Roselawn Household items, pictures, some furniture and dishes. Woodworking Tools, saws, workbench, etc.

BUYING JUNK VEHICLES Running or not. Must have title. Free pick-up. Call Brandon. 517-647-9427.

CANCER BENEFIT FOR RUSSINDA TOTHROHDE $10 Taco bar, raffles for TV, kayak, tattoo and a lot more. Silent auction with 2 air bnb weekend get aways with gas. Music by Jason June 10, 2023 starts at 3pm Lyons VFW Lyons Michigan Come join in some fun while supporting our family.

NOTARY SERVICE now available at The Ionia County Shoppers Guide. Monday through Thursday, 8am to 3pm. Call ahead to schedule 616-642-9411.

To the crew at Sherwin-Williams: Matt, Jaime and Mario for always knowing which product I need for all my painting projects. –Sally S.

STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635.

HELP WANTED - Construction. Roofing & Siding experience. Must have own transportation. Call F. Thomas Builders Inc. 616-527-7090.

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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! 616-262-9825.

BAILEY’S SEWING MACHINE REPAIR - 4849 N. State Rd. Ionia, MI48846. 616-5220702. Hours are 9am to 5pm.Singer, Brother, Pfaff.

PUSH MOWERS IN STOCK AND ON SALE! 20” push mower regular price $269 on sale for $219. Self propelled with bagger and mulch or side discharger, regular $439 Sale price $399. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795

– OBITUARIES –

† GIRVIN Terry Leroy Girvin, age 75, of Hubbardston, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023. He was born on August 21, 1947, in Lansing, MI, the son of Virgil and Mazie (Martin) Girvin. On June 14, 1969, he married the love of his life, the former Merrie Zaleski. Terry attended Carson City Crystal community schools and then Pewamo Westphalia High School, graduating with the class of 1965.

Terry served his country in the US Army in Vietnam where he was wounded. He was a combat wounded veteran and was awarded a Purple Heart. Terry was a member of the American Legion Post 182 in Hubbardston and a life member of the VFW Post 5065 in Sheridan.

Terry was an avid hunter. He enjoyed spending time on his 40 acres planting trees, tinkering, picking up sticks, and spending quality time with his family. He could always be found smoking and choking in his favorite chair while drinking his favorite ruby red squirt. Terry was a millwright machine repairman. He spent 30 years at Motor Wheel then 10 years at Electrolux where he retired in 2005. He built Merrie 2 homes and one was 3600 square feet before downsizing to a 1200 square foot home. At the time he was called Hammerin Hank!

He is survived by his loving wife, Merrie of Hubbardston; children, Robert John Girvin (Gina Collie) of Florida and Terry (Kourtney) Girvin Jr. of Hubbardston; brothers, Andy Girvin of Mason and Jeff (Mary) Girvin of Crystal; sisters, Carol (Bob) Rathburn of Hubbarston and Roxanne (Skip) Peiffer of Hubbardston; and grandchildren, Kearstyn (Craig) Meyers, Nathan Girvin (Miranda Becker), Michael Girvin and Connor Girvin.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents.

His favorite saying was “It is what it is Jack!”

A graveside service will be held at East Plains Cemetery on June 10th 11:00 AM with military honors. Luncheon to follow at the Girvin residence 9457 Borden Rd. Hubbardston, MI 48845. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home of Muir. Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

† SIMMONS Karen Lee Simmons, age 78, of Ionia, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 13, 2023. Karen was born on August 12, 1944, the daughter of Duward and Helen (Beard) Strong in Lake Odessa. She graduated from Lakewood High School in 1962. On June 21st, 1964, she married the love of her life, Carl Simmons. Karen worked for Freedom Acres for 20 years, and was a member of SAMS, Berlin Center United Methodist Church, North Berlin Aid, Red Hat Society, and Ionia Association of Retired School Personnel.

Karen also enjoyed sewing, collecting pigs, puzzles and reading. She did a lot of volunteering, including being a 4H leader for 40 years, Clover Bud Superintendent, IM Kids, and Christian Service Center. She was a beloved Wife and Mother, and a dear friend to many. Karen is survived by her husband of 58 years, Carl; children, Rebecca (Rick) Cannan and Katrina Marie Simmons; daughter-in-law, Dawn Simmons; grandchildren, Danielle Burke Simmons and Shelby Simmons; siblings, Dallas (Lynne) Strong, Sheryl (Mark) Willerick, Gloria (Perin) Truax and Joy (Gary) Christopher; in-laws, Marilyn (Simmons) Hotchkiss, Keith (Sharon) Simmons and Carolyn (Jack) Westmoreland; Step-grandson, Step-granddaughter and Step-great grandson, and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and son Daniel Lynn Simmons in 2022. A Funeral Service will be held at 12 PM, Saturday, June 10th at Berlin Center United Methodist Church with Pastor Nancy Patera Officiating. Visitation will take place 2 hours prior to the service, 10 AM - 12 PM. Memorial Contributions may be made to Saranac Area Musicians and Singers (SAMS), IM Kids or Berlin Center Church. Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

Area

Deaths

† BENNER

Michael Charles Benner, age 79, of Woodland, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023.

† DRYER

Marilyn Lucile Dryer, age 89, of Clarksville, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023.

† KELLOGG

Lorraine A. Kellogg, age 92, of Pewamo, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2023.

† LOUGHIN

Kathy Lee Loughin, age 66, formerly of Belding, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023.

† MAJINSKA

Joseph Anthony Majinska Jr., age 69, formerly of Lake Odessa, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023.

† MILLER Patrick Bryan Miller, age 66, of Lyons, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023.

† NICKEL

Marguerite Caroline Nickel, age 96, of Belding, passed away Friday, May 26, 2023.

† OST Charles Fredrick Ost, age 92, of Lake Odessa, passed away Monday, May 29, 2023.

† SMITH Randy A. Smith, age 52, of Muir, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023.

HUGE SALE! Easton United Methodist Church, 4970 Potters Rd. June 8-9, 9am to 5pm. June 10, 9am to 12pm. Many household and outdoor items. Reasonable donations accepted.

COLOR COPIES available at the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, 13 Bridge Street, Saranac.

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.

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PACKED ESTATE SALE - In Ionia By J&T Antiques and Estates 205 Katherine Ct. Ionia.

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Saturday 10th 10am-3pm.

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We are looking for parts cars and scrap metal. We will come and get and pay you for it! We also sell used parts. Bill’s Country Auto Salvage LLC. 989-862-5087.

WANTED - Standing timber. Cash in advance. Maple Rapids Lumber, 989-6824225 days. 989-875-4565 evenings.

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Rototillers, riding mowers, batteries, snowmobiles, vehicles. Paying $100 to $500, Depending on condition. 616-881-7131.

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AFTER FORTY PLUS YEARS IN THE RESTAURANT BUSINESS, TWENTY OF THOSE IN DOWNTOWN IONIA, IT’S TIME FOR ME TO RETIRE.

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Habitat for Humanity of Ionia County ReStore Clerk/Donation

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Job summary/Duties: Employees in this position are responsible for day-to-day operations of the HFHIC ReStore. Operate cash register, update inventory, assist store customers, maintain store, process donated inventory, assist with fundraising efforts for the affiliate, and responsible for other duties assigned by the restore manager and executive director.

Employees in this position will also be responsible for assisting with weekly donation pickups. You must be able to lift and load items, at a minimum of 50+ pounds

Specifics: 20-30 hours per week (At least 2 weekdays each week 9 to 4 and 3 Saturdays a month 10 to 3) Wages based on experience

Reporting to: ReStore Manager and Executive Director

Skills/requirements: Knowledge of retail operations and experience working in a retail setting. Financial and organizational skills. Excellent time management skills. Good communication skills and ability to interact with the public. Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation

Working conditions: Individual will be working in a warehouse and retail setting. Heavy lifting ability required 50+lbs.

Contact Stacy Moore at 616-523-6899 or smoore@ioniahabitat.org for and application or for more information

RANGE The Qua-KeZik Sportsman’s Club. 8731 West Riverside Dr. Saranac, MI. Will be opening their range to the public on the following dates. 6/4, 6/18, 7/2, 7/16, 8/6 & 8/20. There is a $15.00 hourly fee and availability is on a first come first serve basis. (RSO’s) will be present. Hours of operation are 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. You may call (616)642-9800 with any questions.

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RECONDITIONED BATTERIES: $40 plus exchange. Wandel Auto Salvage, 2200 Welch Road, Ionia. 616-5273792.

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TRASH REMOVAL TODAY. Garbage, brush, building materials, appliances, etc. Also 12, 15, 16 yard trash trailers for rent. (616) 527-2798.

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100 Years Ago This Month: Historical events from June 1923

The month of June has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in June 1923.

• The Polo Grounds in New York City hosts a boxing match between Frenchman Eugène Criqui and Johnny Kilbane on June 2. Among those in attendance to see Criqui knock out Kilbane in the sixth round was New York Yankees slugger Babe Ruth, who arrived after a game at Yankee Stadium earlier in the day.

• On June 4, 16 men begin what becomes a 2,000-mile voyage in a single lifeboat after they are forced to abandon the British cargo ship Trevessa as it begins to founder in the Indian Ocean.

• The Soviet Army defeats what is left of the White Army near Okhotsk on June 6, ending what proves to be the last major battle of the Russian Civil War.

• On June 8, a bill is passed in the British House of Commons granting women the right to divorce their husbands on the grounds of infidelity without having to prove cruelty or desertion.

• Bulgarian Prime Minister Aleksandar Stamboliyski is toppled in a bloodless coup orchestrated by a private organization of reserve officers on June 9. Though Stamboliyski survived the coup long enough to flee to his home village of Slavovitsa, he is ultimately killed on June 14 by members of the Internal Macedonian Revolutionary Organization, a group that had attempted to assassinate him four months earlier.

• Legendary actor Lon Chaney gets the girl in “The Shock,” an American silent film released on

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June 10. Though Chaney often played characters who did not get the girl, “The Shock” ends with Chaney’s character, gangster Wilse Dilling, beginning a new life with Gertrude, whose freedom is assured thanks to a timely earthquake.

• On June 12, magician Horace Goldin is granted a patent for the popular illusion of sawing a woman in half.

• Lou Gehrig makes his debut for the New York Yankees on June 15. Gehrig replaces first baseman Wally Pipp in the ninth inning, though this was not the most notable time Gehrig replaced Pipp. That would occur nearly two years later on June 2, 1925, when Gehrig started at first base and took over for the slumping Pipp. Though the moment Gehrig replaced Pipp in the starting lineup is often remembered as the start of Gehrig’s consecutive games streak that would ultimately last nearly 14 years, the streak actually began a day earlier when the man eventually nicknamed “The Iron Horse” pinch hit for Pee-Wee Wanninger in the eighth inning.

• Scores of people cross the border from Northern Ireland into the neighboring Irish Free State on June 17 as a ban on Sunday alcohol sales goes into effect in the former locale.

• The popular newspaper comic strip “Moon Mullins” debuts on June 19. The strip ran until June 2, 1991.

• United States President Warren G. Harding departs Washington, D.C., on June 20 to begin a cross-country speaking tour. President Harding would never return to the nation’s capital, dying unexpectedly on August 2.

• Turkey hosts the first general elections in the nation’s history on June 28. TF236065

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Reps. Johnsen, Fox craft legislation aimed at education reform

Reps. Gina Johnsen and Joseph Fox each introduced bills this week that aim to restore educational sanity to public school curriculum.

House Bills 4284 (Johnsen) and 4672 (Fox) would together require public schools to give proper, fact-based instruction on critical areas of American history – eras that defined our country and shaped its destiny.

These bills come amidst a tide of historical revisionism that has crept into our public schools’ curricula, according to the representatives.

“Narratives such as the 1619 Project categorically shift the focus of instruction about the colonial era away from exploring how the early colonists cultivated societies built on Judeo-Christian ethics and institutions built on democratic ideals,” said Fox, of Fremont. “Instead, these projects and philosophies emphasize that America has somehow been a society built on perpetuating slavery and dismiss the former emphasis on the expansion of freedoms in our constitutional republic.”

At the expense of historical facts, such narratives craft an overly pessimistic portrayal of American History in order to produce a negative attitude among modern Americans about their past, according to Fox. Worse yet, such stories shun patriotism and adopt a posture of indifference or outright hostility at the concept of love of country.

Jointly, these bills strike back against such revisionism and instead advocate for a return to objectivity in our public schools.

“My measure would ensure that history classes give instruction on a wide range of topics if they aren’t already incorporated into the curriculum: all major wars in which the US has engaged, as well as the documents foundational to the country’s political history,” said Johnsen, of Lake Odessa.

Fox’s HB 4672 would require history classes to teach how the operation of the early colonial communities was intimately tied to Christianity, from the reason the colonists immigrated to the construction of their societies based on Christian beliefs and ethics.

“The present state of our nation can be traced back to its conception, when an independent, free nation was simply an idea in the minds of immigrants,” Fox said. “This is an accurate portrayal of American History. These bills continue that enthusiasm by reviewing many of the major identity-shaping wars America has taken part in during the past two hundred and fifty years.”

“These two bills seek to safeguard the truth and restore parental trust in our public school system,” Johnsen said. “School must be a place of instruction and intellectual cultivation, rather than a place of indoctrination following only the latest trend.”

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Boston-Saranac Historical Society

UNCLE BERT WAS 94 YEARS

YOUNG when his nephew, Doug, and Doug’s wife, Marlene, and one of their sons, Brent, visited him at his Belmont, MI home in 2013. During that visit, Uncle Bert shared stories of how he and his brother Lyle (Doug’s father) helped their father Archie, the “Saranac Public School” janitor, before class by firing up some ten wood stoves that heated all three floors of the original school. After school? They had

to fill all the wood boxes. This changed when in the 1930’s, the new(er) “big old school” was built with coal burning furnaces – no more wood boxes – but they had other duties such as cleaning gutters. There was always something else to help with. Families working together was not just “done” on the farm but in most areas of day-to-day life. There was no need for “Take your son/daughter to work” days, they were already there

helping wherever and whenever possible.

As the visit continued, Uncle Bert talked about how both the first and the second school building currently sit on the same site of Vosper between Mill and Church streets. No, that is not a misstatement – BOTH schools.

(HINT: I think of it as an early example of repurposing building material.)

The Saranac school system began with a one room school – a room in the back of a drug store. Once there were enough children enrolled, a school house was built at the corner of Main and Fuller. Then followed by another, larger school at the corner of Vosper and Mill. This was completed in 1873. As population grew the school expanded, and the first graduating class of ten grades had their commencement in 1887. By 1896, the eleventh grade was added and in 1904, the twelfth. For years, the large brick building was thought to be of an adequate size until it was not.

This school was torn down, and according to Uncle Bert, a very large portion of it was saved

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NOTE: The Saranac High School 1946 yearbook’s (The Chieftain) dedication reads: “To Archie Denny, our janitor, in appreciation of faithfulness and consideration of us kids, we dedicate this annual.”

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JUNE 9-10 – HUGE RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE HALF OFF SALE!! Friday

9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to noon. Ionia First Christian Church, 130 E Washington Street. Delicious baked goods. Lots of new items. Something for everyone!

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY – FREE PREGNANCY TESTS, educational classes on pregnancy, newborn care, and parenting, free boutique with essentials for maternity, preemie/newborn to 4T, Positive Solutions • Informed Choices, 330 Lovell Street, Ionia. 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 Monday from Noon to 3:00 p.m., and Wednesday and Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact info 616 522-7335.

TUESDAY – FOOD PANTRY/CLOTHING CLOSET Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center, 721 Elmwood Drive (behind the church) is open on the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. No ID needed. Accepting slightly used clothing for those in need. 616 527-6465 for info.

TUESDAY & THURSDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALK-IN CLINIC 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. Appointments also accepted. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. COVID vaccines available.

TUESDAY – MOBILE ZION FOOD PANTRY Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at the Ionia Fairgrounds. Call 616 527-1910 for information.

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY – THE CHRISTIAN SERVICE CENTER OF IONIA NOW OPEN Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.; Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. to Noon and 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.; Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to noon. On the corner of Depot & Washington. Phone 616-527-1530.

WEDNESDAY – IMMUNIZATION CLINIC 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Ionia County Health Department, 175 East Adams Street. To schedule, call 616 527-5341, select 3. TB test done Tuesday and Wednesday Only. Have to return in 48 to 72 hours to get the results.

WEDNESDAY – COMMUNITY DRAWERS Third Wednesday each month from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Ionia First UMC, 105 E Main Street. Personal care items for those in need in our community.

WEDNESDAY – ZION FOOD PANTRY ***NEW LOCATION*** First Christian Church, 130 E Washington. 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.

THURSDAY – THURSDAY DINER (Soup Kitchen) 6:00 p.m. at its new location, 105 E Main Street. Call 616 527-1910 for information.

THURSDAY – AL-ANON MEETINGS 7:00 p.m., Now on Zoom! Call Sandi at 616 255-3751 or Joy at 616 901-7779 for more info.

SATURDAY – BREAKFAST BUFFET 2nd Saturday of each month, 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran School, 617 N Jefferson Street.

LAKE ODESSA –

JUNE 6 – SUMMER PROGRAM KICK-OFF 5:30 p.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Bring the whole family to sing and dance along with Mrs. Kate in concert with her puppets. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JUNE 6-10 – SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION WEEK Lake Odessa Community Library during regular business hours. K-5th grads summer library programs will be held every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. June 14July 26.Teen 6th-12th grade summer library program will be held every Thursday at 2:00 p.m., June 15-July 27 For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JUNE 8 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JUNE 10 – IONIA COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING 1:00 p.m. Presenter: Jessica Riley - DNA - What Now? Lake Odessa Freight Depot Museum, Emerson St., Lake Odessa. Social Hour. Public Welcome.

JUNE 15 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JUNE 22 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JUNE 29 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check

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JULY 6 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JULY 13 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JULY 20 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

JULY 27 – SUMMER FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! A one time registration is appreciated. For more information, please call 616.374.4591, email lko@llcoop.org, check our website www.LakeOdessaLibrary.org, or check our Facebook page events.

MONDAY – BINGO 1st & 3rd Mondays. Games start at 6:00 p.m., VFW Post, 3600 W. Tupper Lake Road. Doors open at 4:30. Questions: 616 374-7075.

MONDAY & THURSDAY – AA MEETING 7:00 p.m. at St. Edwards Church, W M-50 Highway. For more information 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 Avenue, the first Tuesday of each month at 11:00 a.m. For more information call Judy Graham at (616) 374-8753.

THURSDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Lakewood United Methodist Church, 10265 Brown Road (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 3:00 p.m. at Bob's Barn Jamborees, 1417 Johnson Street. Open Mic at 4:30 p.m. Always free admission. Cotact bobwarner40@gmail.com.

LYONS/MUIR –

JUNE 6 – GAME NIGHT 4:00 p.m., Youth and Young Adult - Stop by the Lyons Township District Library to play board and computer games, LEGOs, Pokemon, and more!

JUNE 7 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m., All Ages - Join fellow knitters at the Lyons Township District Library to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

JUNE 8 – WRITER'S GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, Adult - Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

JUNE 8 – ALL TOGETHER NOW AT LYONS FARMER'S MARKET 3:00 p.m., All Ages - Visit the library's booth to participate in fun activities and learn more about library services!

JUNE 10 – SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAM KICKOFF CELEBRATION

10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, All Ages - Register for this year's Summer Learning Program, "All Together Now," during our kickoff party. Enjoy outdoor games, registration prizes, face painting, a Storywalk and more! This program, lasting from June 10-August 5, is for all ages.

JUNE 13 – CRAFTERNOON 1:00 p.m., Youth and Young Adult - Beat the heat at the Lyons Township District Library while crafting! Supplies provided.

JUNE 13 – GAME NIGHT 4 p.m., All Ages - Stop by the Lyons Township District Library to play board and computer games, LEGOs, Pokemon, and more!

JUNE 14 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. All Ages - Join fellow knitters to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels welcome.

JUNE 14 – STORYTIME 11:30 a.m., Youth and Caregivers - Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that help develop early literacy skills at the Lyons Township District Library.

JUNE 15 – WRITER'S GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, Adult - Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

JUNE 16 – KID'S BINGO 1:00 p.m., Youth and Young Adult - Stop by at the Lyons Township District Library to play Bingo for a chance to win fun prizes!

JUNE 17 – GO GREEN AND BE KIND TO THE PLANET 1:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, All Ages - A fun, interactive program hosted by Dynamic School Assemblies featuring live animals. Participants will learn how to be kind to the planet and animals by reducing waste, conserving water, and protecting ecosystems.

JUNE 19 – LTDL AT TWIN RIVERS 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., Youth - Hang out and enjoy crafts and games with LTDL Director Mattie while visiting the IPS WOW Bus and eating lunch.

JUNE 20 – SIP & READ BOOK CLUB 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, Young Adult and Adult - Join fellow readers for a discussion of Saint X by Alexis Schaitkin. Tea, coffee, and snacks, as well as a limited number of free copies of the book, provided.

- SATURDAY, JUNE 3, 2023

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JUNE 20 – GAME NIGHT 4:00 p.m., All Ages - Stop by the Lyons Township District Library to play board and computer games, LEGOs, Pokemon, and more!

JUNE 21 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m., All Ages - Join fellow knitters at the Lyons Township District Library to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels welcome.

JUNE 21 – POKEMON GO CLUB 1:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, All Ages - Put your walking shoes on and join fellow trainers on a Poke-walk around Lyons. Visit Pokestops, battle in raids, take over gyms and more with your library friends.

JUNE 22 – WRITER'S GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, Adult - Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

JUNE 27 – GAME NIGHT 4:00 p.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, All Ages - Stop by the library to play board and computer games, LEGOs, Pokemon, and more!

JUNE 28 – KNITTER'S CIRCLE 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, All Ages - Join fellow knitters at the library to craft and learn in a friendly, supportive environment. All ages and experience levels welcome.

JUNE 28 – STORYTIME 11:30 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, Youth and Caregivers - Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that help develop early literacy skills.

JUNE 29 – WRITER'S GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library, Adult - Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

JUNE 30 – OUTDOOR FAMILY MOVIE Dusk at the Lyons Township District Library, All Ages - Bring a blanket/chair and your favorite snacks to enjoy a showing of Troop Beverly Hills (PG, 1989) under the stars on the library lawn. The summer theme is "All Together Now" and we will be featuring movies emphasizing the importance of friendship and community throughout the summer.

THURSDAY – POINT THE WAY at First Christian Church, 138 W Garden Street, Muir from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. K-12 youth welcome for this free event through June 8, 2023.

– PORTLAND –

MONDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge Street. Open 9:00 to Noon. All of Portland School District eligible.

MONDAY – DALE E. HYLAND AMERICAN LEGION POST 129 meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 pm at the Portland VFW on 1324 E Bridge Street.

MONDAY – BINGO at 6:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

TUESDAY – EUCHRE 1:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

WEDNESDAY – AREA ALANON MEETING 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church, 421 East Bridge Street 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 – EUCHRE at 1:00 pm at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

THURSDAY – PORTLAND COMMUNITY FOOD BANK Portland United Methodist Church, 310 E Bridge Street. Open every Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. All of Portland School District eligible.

THURSDAY – TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) A non-profit weight loss support group meets weekly, 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Portland Apartments, 1800 Lillian Blvd. Community Room. Call 517-647-2025.

FRIDAY – BINGO at 9:30 am at the Portland Senior Center, 144 Kent Street. For more information call 517-647-4004.

SARANAC –

JUNE 9-10 – ST. ANTHONY'S RUMMAGE & BAKE SALE Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to Noon at St. Anthony's Church, 3927 Jackson Road. New items available also.

JUNE 17 – SHS ALUMNI DINNER 7:00 p.m. at Fairway of Kent County (formerly Deer Run). All SHS Alumni are welcome, call 616-897-9774 for price and reservations by June 10.

JUNE 22 – FEEDING AMERICA MOBILE FOOD PANTRY at Saranac Community Church, 125 S. Bridge St. Saranac, 4:30 pm. Ionia County residents are welcome.

MONDAY – BOSTON SARANAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETINGS

Regular monthly meetings are at 7:00 pm the 3rd Monday of each month. TUESDAY – SARANAC COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION & SARANAC AREA WOMENS CLUB The third Tuesday of each month at the Greenridge office at 7:00 p.m.

THURSDAY – FOOD PANTRY at Saranac Community Church, 125 Bridge Street is open the FIRST & THIRD Thursdays, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm – 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 6:00 to 7:00 and band is from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Anyone welcome. For more information call Karen at 616-902-7237.

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BUYING JUNK VEHICLES Running or not. Must have title. Free pick-up. Call Brandon. 517-647-9427.

ST. ANTHONY’S RUMMAGE AND BAKE SALE - Friday, June 9, 9am to 5pm and Saturday, June 10, 9am to noon. New items available also. 3927 Jackson Rd. Saranac

STEEL ROOFS - We put steel roofs on high barns. Free estimates. John Reurink. Call 616-527-3635.

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Memorable ways to celebrate Dad this Father’s Day

celebrations tend to involve more careful planning, and the following are some ways to make this year’s day for dads one to remember.

Dads do a lot for their families, and Father’s Day is the perfect time to acknowledge those efforts. The days when dads would receive a colorful necktie for Father’s Day are largely (and, for fathers, thankfully) a relic of the past. Modern Father’s Day

• Take Dad on a tour through his own history. The popularity of genealogy has skyrocketed over the last decade-plus, as various firms have made it easier than ever for individuals to trace their family histories. If Dad counts himself among the millions across the globe interested in their family histories, moms and kids can

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work together to create a virtual tour through that history. Present the history as a printed book or as a video, sharing interesting things you learned about Dad’s ancestors but also highlighting key moments in his life. This presentation can be accompanied by a subscription to a genealogy service and a tour of some of Dad’s childhood haunts before the family enjoys brunch or dinner in the neighborhood where Dad grew up.

• Take to the great outdoors. Father’s Day is celebrated in midJune, making the day a perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors (weather permitting). Plan a day around Dad’s favorite outdoor activity. If Dad is an avid fisherman, book a family outing on a charter boat so Dad can focus on catching fish and not navigating. If Dad loves being in natural settings, camp out the night before Father’s Day so he can wake up to the sound of birds chirping in the crisp morning air. If Dad has a favorite baseball team, take him out to the ballgame so he can soak up some Father’s Day sun.

• Book a private chef. If Dad has a fascination with food, perhaps nothing can make Father’s Day more memorable than a delicious meal served by a private chef. Private chefs will do all the work, giving moms and kids more time to spend with Dad throughout the day, and then the whole family can enjoy a special meal made by someone whose specialty is crafting delicious dinners. Offerings vary, but many private chefs handle all the cooking and cleaning. Identify Dad’s favorite dish and then look for a chef who specializes in that type of cuisine.

• Appeal to Dad’s inner adventur-

er. Some Dads may just want to relax on Father’s Day, while others may prefer a more adventurous celebration. If Dad falls into the latter group, book a fun and adventurous activity the whole family can enjoy together. A kayaking trip, a skydiving session, a round of paintball, or even tickets to a rock concert on Father’s Day weekend can connect Dad with his inner adventurer.

There’s no shortage of ways for families to make this Father’s Day one Dad won’t soon forget.

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