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JIM SOLOMONSON DRYWALL

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

EMERGENCY ROAD Service. Saranac and surrounding areas. On road repairs. Rob’s Towing & Auto Salvage. “CHEAP HOOKER” 616- 2927649 or 616-295-8820.

SQUABBIT HUNT - Sunday, February 5, 2023. Ionia Hunting and Fishing Club in Bertha Brock Park. Breakfast 6:30 -8am, Registration 6:30 - 10am. Fee Adult: $10 Children $5. Registration Fee includes free breakfast and Lunch. Fun for the Whole Family! Questions Call 616527-4657 (evenings)

STEVEN’S LAWN CARE AND HANDYMAN SERVICE - 616902-3001.Weekends Welcome!

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

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.Attor neyMartinMead.com.

TUXEDO RENTAL NOW AT SIDS FLOWER SHOP! Stop in to order your tux for proms, weddings and quinceaneras. Order 2 weeks in advance for best availability. 616-5274660. 305 W. Main St. Ionia.

NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George. Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795. Has Snowblowers in Stock Again!! Check with us for a snowblower this year. 2-stage blowers starting at $699, Single stages starting at $399. Due to shipping and trade difficulties snowblowers will be in short supply. So don’t Wait! Buy Now!

COLLECTOR BUYING trains, die-cast cars & trucks. Also cast iron cookware. Phone 616-984-2273.

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

SHOPPERS GUIDE HOURS Monday - Thursday 8am to 3pm. Closed Friday -Sunday. DEADLINES ARE NOON ON THURSDAYS!!!

COLD WEATHER IS COMING! Do you have your wood cut? EFCO chainsaws with all your supplies in Stock! 16” EFCO saw with 2 years warranty for only $199. Buy a 20” Chainsaw for $259 receive a free carry case with each saw purchase! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795

DRYWALL/REPAIR WORK. Big and Small jobs. Fully insured. 35 years experience. Call Tom Teunessen. 616-2182877.

Rejoice In The Lord always: and again I say Rejoice. Philippians 4:4

BRAND NEW inverted 35 ton log splitter with 4 way wedge. Will fit on front of loader tractor or skid steer with quick attach hook up. Split wood from your seat. Have $3600 invested will sell for $2600. Cash Only.

Did You Know?

A shortage of blood in countries across the globe has created potentially dire situations for individuals in need. For example, an October 2022 statement from the National Health Service in the United Kingdom indicated that the UK blood supply is so short that hospitals might be forced to delay non-urgent surgeries such as hip replacements. And the shortage is not exclusive to the UK. According to the American Red Cross, which provides roughly 40 percent of the country’s blood supply in a given year, blood donations have declined by 10 percent since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing the organization to limit blood distributions to hospitals. In addition, in August 2022, the Canadian Blood Services indicated it had only three days’ worth of O+ and O- blood types and just five days’ worth of A+, A-, and B- blood types. Individuals who want to donate blood can visit www.blood.ca and www.redcross.org for more information about how to become a donor. TF231637

† DEE Marlene Stillson Dee, age 88, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2023

at Green Acres of Ionia.

Marlene was born May 14, 1934 in South Haven, MI to Delbert and Martha Stillson. She married the love of her life, Thomas Dee, in 1954. The couple recently celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary.

Marlene is survived by her husband Tom; daughter Betsy Dee Adamus (Gregory) of Ionia; son Delbert Dee (Karin) of Wixom; grandchildren James Adamus (Katelyn), David Adamus (Katelyn), Garrett, Bryant and Erika Dee and one great-grandchild, Natalie Adamus. Marlene was preceded in death by son David Scott Dee and her brother Keith Stillson.

Final arrangements for cremation are being cared for by Lake Funeral Home in Ionia where online condolences may be shared at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

A celebration of Marlene’s life is being planned for late spring 2023.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Marlene Dee’s memory to: Interim Hospice of Grand Rapids, 1971 E. Beltline N.E., Suite 219, Grand Rapids, MI 49525.

Finally, the entire family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to staff and friends at Green Acres of Ionia for their expert loving touch and genuine caring for our wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

† HANES Zenas “George” Hanes Jr., age 78 of Muir, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023. He was born on May 23, 1944, the son of Harold and Irene (Howe) Nicholson in Owosso, MI.

George loved to fish, watch westerns and picking up cans. He is survived by his siblings, Julius Nicholson of Muir, Ronnie Nicholson of Hubbardston, Donald (Marie) Nicholson of Alaska, Bonnie Nicholson of South Haven, and Dianne (Jerry) Porubsky of Ionia.

George was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Cecil Nicholson, Scott Nicholson, Billy Hanes, and Kenny Hanes and sisters, Karen Cupps and Lucie Mae Nicholson. A Funeral Service was held at 11 AM Thursday, January 19th at the Lake Funeral Home of Muir. Visitation was at the funeral home on Wednesday from 1-3 PM and 6-8 PM. Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com.

WHY BUY LOCAL? Enhance

Local Democracy! Local ownership of business means residents have deeper roots in the community and are involved in key development decisions and leadership that shape our lives and local environment.

FLAGS! FLAGS! FLAGS! We have porch pole banner flags, 3’x6’ pleated fan flags as well the standard flags for poles. Get your new flag and Show your Pride!!

FOR SALE - 2011 Ford Edge SEL Sport. Very little rust. 240,000 miles, but runs great! $4,500 or best offer. Call 616-644-5584.

NEEDED IMMEDIATELY - Automotive Service Technician. Call Young Chevy. 616-5274800 and ask for George.

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LOMBARDO Sam P. Lombardo, age 84, of Saranac passed away January 10, 2023. He was born Salvatore Peter Lombardo in Motelepre Sicily, Italy, the son of Peter and Rosalia (Toro) Lombardo. Sam traveled by ship to New York with his mother and brother John in 1945. He would later come to Saranac where he made his home, business and raised his family.

As a young man, he worked for the creamery in Saranac. He started his own business in 1965. Sam’s Citgo Auto Center located in Saranac was a family endeavor and would expand to Lowell in 1994 with his son, Rob, until his retirement in 2003. He married Ruth Murphy on September 9, 1993, in Arizona. Sam was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. He enjoyed collecting Checker Cabs in his younger years and riding his bike in later years. Sam was known as the “Tomato Man” in Saranac and Arizona raising delicious garden tomatoes.

Surviving Sam is his loving wife Ruth Lombardo of Saranac. Children; Monya (David) Cohen of Silver Springs, Maryland, Rob (Kristi) Lombardo of Lowell, Layle Lombardo of Saranac, and Sunny (Todd) Paperny of Los Angeles, California. Stepchildren; Renee Bellavia of Clarksville, Randy (Kelly) Murphy of Ada, Ryan (Peggy) Murphy of Gross Pointe and Rory (Tanya) Murphy of Lawton. 19 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, sister-in-law Joan (Leonard) Venneman of Lowell and Maureen Koss Lombardo, mother of Sam’s children also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother John and stepsister Caroline Lombardo Menta

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Saturday, February 4, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Michael Goodwin officiating. Visitation will be at the church 1 hour prior to services. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to West Michigan Hospice, St. Anthony’s Catholic Church or Saranac Fire Department. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Saranac. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

JOE’S MARKET in Palo. Chili Dog Weekend!! Chili dog pizza, Chili corn dogs! See our full menu at joesmarketpalo.com Call 989-637-4756 to place your order.

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.

Call for a Free Insurance Quote or Review… Becky Wagner, All Seasons Insurance 989-584-3155.

AREA DEATHS

† CROSBY

Ronald Eugene Crosby, Sr., age 79, of Lake Odessa, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023.

† DENSMORE

Barbara Ann Densmore, age 86, of Portland, passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023.

† ERB

Marilyn Ruth Erb, age 87, of Lake Odessa, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2023.

† GALLAGHER

Jerry Gallagher, age 93, of Belding, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023.

† LENNENMAN

David Joseph Lennenman, age 67, of Portland, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023.

† SCHONDELMAYER

Alan Schondelmayer, age 60, of Woodland, passed away Friday, January 13, 2023.

† STOTHERS

Bernard A. Stothers, age 84, of Ionia, passed away Wednesday, January 4, 2023.

† WARDEN

Sean Patrick Callahan Warden, age 52, of Orleans, passed away Monday, January 16, 2023.

† MCPHERSON

Ora May McPherson age 80 of Saranac was born January 10, 1942 in Ionia the daughter of Paul and Ruth (VandenHout) Friedli. She went to Saranac Public Schools graduating with the class of 1959. Ora remained close with all of her classmates all of her life. She married Jim McPherson August 26, 1960 in Saranac, they were married 60 years before Jim passed away in 2021. Ora was a professional Dog groomer for over 40 years, a job she truly loved and perfected. She loved animals and was surrounded by pets always. Ora was a best friend to many and the best Mother to three. Her true calling grandmother, she loved and nurtured her grandchildren with the fullest heart. Ora is survived by her three children; Tucker (Mary) McPherson, Allison Leland and Shannon Gleason. Six Grandchildren; Erica (Tim) McKellips, John Leland, Jade Leland, Jim Leland, Bruce Bell and Alana McPherson. Two great grandsons; Jim Leland Jr. and Logan McKellips. Brother in laws Ben Rusnell, Terry (Judy) McPherson, Roger (Linda) McPherson and Brian (Carolyn) McPherson. Many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jim and sister Anna Rusnell. Memorial Services will be at the Lake Funeral Home in Saranac, Thursday January 26, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. Visitation will be at the Funeral Home on Wednesday 4-6 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to the Ionia Animal Shelter. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

Is your desk getting you sick?

Winter is a time of year when colds and the flu tend to spread more easily. People know that door handles and commonly shared items like remote controls and even mobile phones can be hot spots for various bacteria and viruses, but what about your desk? According to WebMD, more than 10 million bacteria are on a typical office desk, which is 400 times more bacteria than is found on the average toilet seat. NBC News investigative correspondent Vicky Nguyen tested her own desk, computer and mouse with

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

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.

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

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a specialized swab in 2021. Her desk scored 7,506, a numerical score given to calculate how soiled the area is. That figure was 75 times higher than what high-touch hospital surfaces are expected to be for cleanliness. Other coworkers scored much higher. Routinely wiping down desks and computer equipment with recommended disinfecting wipes can help to corral germs. In addition, do not to eat at your desk and keep pets away from workspaces to tame bacteria.

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Countryside Sales & Service .6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-637-4795. Power Pro log splitters in stock! 22-35 ton. Available Now! 3 year warranty! Starting at $1299. We Also rent log splitters for $50 per day!

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

C & S DRYWALL- 20 years experience. Hang, finish, hand texture ceilings. Free estimates. 616-868-6140.

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By J&T Estates 3150 Leonard St. Grand Rapids 49504. Thursday and Friday January 26th & 27th 10am-5pm, Saturday 28th 10am-3pm. See estatesales.net for details and pictures. Nice sale with many unique items!

FOR SALE - 2011 Ford Edge SEL Sport. Very little rust. 240,000 miles, but runs great! $4,500 or best offer. Call 616-644-5584.

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.

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

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 125pm, Mon-Fri, 10am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm, 269948-2463.

HAVING GARAGE DOOR PROBLEMS? We can Help! Call us for service or a new install. O.C. Construction 616-291-4520 - Darrell.

WELCOME!! We are Open Monday-Friday 10am, to 4pm and Saturday 10am to 2pm. Seymour Furniture. Downtown Ionia. 616527-0630.

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Do You Still not have a good generator? What will you do when the power goes out?? We have the generator in stock for you! The size to fit your needs! The price to fit you budget! Firman Generators on Sale!! Countryside Sales & Service. 6201 Stage Rd. Ionia 989-6374795.

Grass hay $4 a bale. 12ft. drag, 2-row mounted cultivator for Super M. Diving board. 989-855-2569.

WE BUILD ALL WINTER LONG! Built Best Barns, Best Quality, Best Service. Now in our 25th Year! Over 4,000 Buildings in Mid-Michigan. Call for QUOTES. Licensed/Insured, 989-205-2534

Farm raised beef for sale by quarters, halves or wholes. $3/lb hanging weight plus processing costs. Custom cut. All cuts available. Call 269 838-8665.

TUXEDO RENTAL NOW AT SIDS FLOWER SHOP! Stop in to order your tux for proms, weddings and quinceaneras. Order 2 weeks in advance for best availability. 616-5274660. 305 W. Main St. Ionia.

RIVERBANK TREASURES! Tuesday-Sunday 12pm to 5pm. 436 W. Main St, Ionia . 517-5264692.

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

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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.

FREE Scrap metal removal of Ionia. Cars, trucks, mowers, snowmobiles, motorcycles, quads, golf carts and more! Call Scott 517-526-7644.

SCRATCH PADS are available at the Ionia County Shoppers Guide! 50¢each. 13 Bridge St. Saranac.

Korean War Veterans Friends and Families. Buy-A-Brick-Program for the Belding Freedom Memorial Wall. Call for more information call Contact Bob Sayers or Holly Noble 616894-5488 or Stop down to the Ionia Barber Shop!

WHY BUY LOCAL? You can Try It Where You Buy It! Local retail stores are more likely to let you try on and try out items before you buy – and get real expertise, saving you time and money.

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SQUIRREL HUNT. Sunday, February 5, 2023. Ionia Hunting and Fishing Club in Bertha Brock Park. Breakfast 6:30 -8am, Registration 6:30 - 10am. Fee Adult: $10 Children $5. Registration Fee includes free breakfast and Lunch. Fun for the Whole Family! Questions Call 616-5274657 (evenings)

1940’s Antique glass & wooden curio cabinet; Antique Dining table with brass feet; Working kiln, Ceramic molds; Amana high efficiency washer. Rogers’ Estate. Bid online thru Jan. 30. 2023. Bid.SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC. com 1-800-835-0495.

Midland Antique Engine Association’s Annual Consignment Auction Sat., Feb. 11, 2023, 10:00 a.m. Now accepting consignment items: Farm and Heavy equipment, Implements and more! Details at FurloAuction.Com or call Randy 989-205-0653.

Fair Estate Auction Mio. 2020 Coleman UTV, sporting goods, fishing, Vintage Lanterns, Tools. Bid anywhere/anytime. Shipping available. Bid @johnpeckauctions.com Selling? Call John Peck 989-426-8061. Award winning statewide auctioneers since 1979.

METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime asphalt shingles and vinyl siding. Licensed and insured builders. Pole Buildings. Quality work for 40 years! AMISH CREW. 517-575-3695.

Vacation Cabins for Rent in Canada. Fish for abundant walleye, perch, northern pike. Boats, motors, gasoline included. For free brochure call Hugh 1-800-426-2550. Website at www.CanadianFishing.com

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Zion UMC Food Pantry Suffers Fire January 5th

As many of you know, the Zion Food Pantry at 423 West Washington St. in Ionia suffered a devastating loss when the church experienced a fire on January 5th. As a result, there will be changes in information for both the Food Pantry and the Thursday Community Dinner. The church would like thank everyone involved with our tragic loss. From the First Responders to the local Fire Departments and anyone offering their assistance. We also want to thank our faithful community and surrounding areas for their continued support in our cleanup and renovation.

PLEASE NOTE THE DATE, TIME AND LOCATION CHANGES FOR THE FOLLOWING:

– NEW LOCATION –

Wednesday, January 25 – ZION FOOD PANTRY

First Christian Church, 130 E Washington. 2:00 to 4:30 p.m.

Thursday, February 2 – FREE COMMUNITY DINNER

First United Methodist Church, 105 E Main. at the 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, February 14 – MOBILE ZION FOOD PANTRY

Second Tuesday each month, beginning at 4:30 p.m. at Rather School on Tuttle Road, in front of the football field. Call 616 527-1910 for info. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Calley Farewell

Thank you for granting me this opportunity to serve you the last six years. You have inspired me with your strength, determination, collaboration, sincerity, and compassion. I have met so many fantastic servant leaders in Barry and Ionia counties. I appreciate your partnership, and I will benefit from your example for years to come.

I have had 27 bills signed into law. Realistically, that is an incomplete statement. Each one was bipartisan and needed support from two branches of government. Alone, one person cannot enact real change, but together, we can accomplish abundant

To the people of the 87th House District:

advancements.

Both my grandfather and great-grandfather served as Constitutional Convention delegates and members of the Michigan Legislature. I have asked many people about the political environment of the past. Most often, I hear that it was less partisan. Sure, legislators had their disagreements, but it lacked the simmering slander that we are now accustomed to.

The way desks are arranged in the House chamber, there hasn’t been enough room over the last six years for all the Republican members to sit at desks on the right side of the aisle. For most of my service, my desk was on

the left side. When the last two terms required a Democrat to sit directly next to a Republican, I requested that opportunity. While my seatmates and I were bound to disagree on issues, we chose never to be disagreeable. While we often pushed opposite voting buttons, we intentionally never pushed each other’s buttons. It was easy to find common ground and even easier to use common courtesy.

One of the elements that has changed in my six years of service is the overall tone and tenure of communication. People are frustrated, and often, rightly so. But the remedy will not be found

in conflict for conflict’s sake. As I leave office, my challenge to all of us is to seek civility in service. Michiganders do not want grandstanding in place of governance. They expect leaders to talk less and listen more. They want respectful dialogue, not reckless disparagement.

There are certain issues where political platforms are completely at odds, but there are so many more topics in the middle that can be negotiated for the good of our state. My hope is that we can return to fruitful discussions in 2023. As Auld Lang Syne’s lyrics reference, we could all use a “cup of kindness.” May your cup overflow in the coming year.

Julie Calley State Representative 87th House District

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MOVING SALES, MEMORIALS & THANKYOU ADS must be paid in advance. We accept credit cards over the phone.

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A 44¢ postcard mailed to 12,816 homes would cost $5,639.04e plus the cost of printing, addressing and handling.

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Coming events (up to 30 words) can be placed in this column at no charge for nonprofit organizations. Deadline is noon on Thursday. Email to kara.raimer@att.net; send to the Ionia County Shopper’s Guide, Box 46, Saranac, MI 48881; or fax to 616-642-6040. Remember to include your name, address, and phone number.

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JANUARY 23 – LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Learn what your state senators and representatives are working on. Local county, city and township commissioners and officials also attend. West Michigan Works, 603 W Adams St. 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

FEBRUARY 2 – FREE COMMUNITY DINNER 6:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 105 E Main. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

FEBRUARY 5 – SQUABBIT HUNT Ionia County Fishing & Hunting Club, Bertha Brock Park. Breakfast 6:30 to 8:00 a.m., registration 6:30 to 10:00 a.m. at the Clubhouse. Registration fee: $10 adults; $5 children. Questions: 527-4657 (evenings).

FEBRUARY 27 – LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Learn what your state senators and representatives are working on. Local county, city and township commissioners and officials also attend. West Michigan Works, 603 W Adams St. 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

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)

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, WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY – IMMUNIZATION WALKIN 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 Rather School on Tuttle Road, in front of the football field. 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 6:00 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 – COAT GIVE-AWAY Every 3rd Wednesday from 1:00 to 4:30 p.m. during Community Drawers at the First United Methodist Church of Ionia.

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. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

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.

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JANUARY 25 – FAMILY STORY TIME 10:30 a.m. at the Lake Odessa Community Library. Perfect for ages 2-5! Registration is appreciated.

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.

SATURDAY – ALWAYS IN MOTION PHYSICAL FITNESS 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for adults. Bring a towel and water! At the Lake Odessa Community Library.

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THROUGH MARCH 3 – WINTER READING PROGRAM All participants who complete the Lyons Township District Library's winter BINGO challenge before March 3rd will earn a library mug. Sign-ups begin January 3rd.

JANUARY 24 – INTRODUCTION TO KNITTING 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join textiles expert Cheryl Hildebrandt for a masterclass in knitting. Gather inspiration, knowledge, and feedback for your knitted projects in a supportive environment. Yarn and tools will be provided, but knitters should feel free to bring materials from home as well.

JANUARY 24 – GAME NIGHT Join us at the Lyons Township District Library after school to play board games, LEGOs, Roblox, and more!

JANUARY 25 – STORYTIME 11:30 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Children and caregivers are invited to enjoy stories and songs designed too develop early literacy skills.

JANUARY 26 – WRITERS GROUP 10:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Enjoy a cup of coffee while engaging

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Sweet Hearts For Your Sweetheart

If you have visions of presenting your sweetie with beautifully iced cookies for Valentine’s Day, join Kelly from Loafing Goat Bakery as she teaches us the fundamentals of royal icing. Be here on Tuesday, January 31 at 6:00 p.m., when she’ll teach us the tools, techniques and tips we’ll need to result in cookies you’ll love! Registration required, ages 16 and up.

Puzzle It Out

What could be better when winter blusters and blows than to be warm and cozy and working

on a jigsaw puzzle? Join us for the Portland District Library’s fifth jigsaw puzzle contest on Saturday, February 11. Sign up as a group of 2-4 puzzlers, or as an individual to be placed in a group. Puzzle solving starts at 11:00 a.m. and goes until 3:00 p.m., with lunch provided. The team closest to completion when time runs out wins. Each member of the winning team gets a prize. Ages 10 and up, with at least one adult per team.

Registration required.

CHILDREN’S AND TEEN Doodle, Draw, & Design Practice design and engi -

neering concepts with our new 3Doodler skills class. Doodle, Draw, & Design, for teens ages 13-18, has them learning how to use our 3D printing pens. This is a two-part program taking place Tuesday, February 7 and 21 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Start with the basics and work your way up to creating structures and designs of all shapes and sizes! Registration is required, so make sure to call us at 517647-6981 to snag your spot before they are gone.

Petey L.’s Blizzard Adventures What could make playing in the snow and warming up inside

even more fun this winter? How about… taking fun photos and submitting them to the library for a chance to win a prize every Friday from January 2 until February 10th!?!?!?!

Starting Monday, January 2, patrons ages 8 & under can register for Petey L.’s Blizzard Adventures! Receive a Take-and-Make bag that will include supplies to make your own version of Petey L. Then you’ll take him on all your winter adventures, dressing him appropriately, and including him in your photos. Patrons can submit as many photos as they’d like each week – they’ll be on display in the library’s Youth Department, and winners will be drawn every Friday until February 10.

Ready, Set, Game!

Looking for something fun to do after school? Sign up for Ready, Set, Game! taking place on Wednesday, February 22 from 3:00-4:30 p.m. This is our new gaming program for patrons ages 8-14 where we’ll be pulling out our Nintendo Switch and offering a space to hang out and play games with friends. This is the first of hopefully many more Ready, Set, Game! programs to come this year. Registration is required and program is limited to 10 patrons ages 8-14.

with fellow writers for feedback and inspiration.

JANUARY 31 – SIP & READ BOOK CLUB 11:00 a.m. at the Lyons Township District Library. Join fellow readers for a discussion of The Glass Woman by Caroline Lea. Tea, coffee, snacks, and a limited number of paperback copies of the book provided.

JANUARY 31 – GAME NIGHT Join us at the Lyons Township District Library after school to play board games, LEGOs, Roblox, and more!

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

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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.

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MONDAY – BOSTON SARANAC HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETINGS Regular monthly meetings are at 7:00 pm the 3rd Monday of each month.

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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Habits that affect cognitive health

Various changes to appearance and health are associated with aging. Issues such as diminished vision, waning muscle strength and gray hairs are among the more common and noticeable side effects of aging. Cognitive decline is another symptom often associated with aging, even if that needn’t be the case.

Certain lifestyle choices can protect against cognitive decline and dementias. While there is no surefire way to prevent dementias, here are some good habits for maintaining cognitive function well into your golden years.

EXERCISE FREQUENTLY

Harvard Health reports that exercise, in addition to the many other benefits it provides, may help improve cognitive function in people who have already experienced memory issues. Exercise may be particularly advantageous to people who carry the APOE4 gene variant, which makes people more susceptible to Alzheimer’s. Speak with a doctor about how much exercise is needed and what is safe for your age.

ENJOY VIDEO GAMES

Playing a favorite video game may improve long-term cognitive function. Researchers at Cambridge Brain Sciences found study participants who

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played non-cognitive-training video games were associated with better performance in several cognitive domains, but only for younger (age 18 to 64) participants. Cognitive training games, on the other hand, were not associated with any cognitive improvement.

STAY SOCIALLY ENGAGED

According to a study published in the journal Experimental Aging Research, seniors who have high levels of social engagement also have better cognitive function. Getting together with friends, participating in a club, attending religious studies, and any other activity that gets you out with other people can help with cognitive function.

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foods is beneficial. Nutritious diets can help reduce the risk for illnesses that may affect cognitive ability. Eating well also helps keep the brain healthy. A Mediterranean diet appears to lower the risk or slow the progression of dementia in people who have the condition.

GET HELP FOR SLEEP DISORDERS

Lack of sleep can affect memory and learning. By getting help for sleep disorders, you may reduce your risk for cognitive issues.

While it is not possible to prevent or cure cognitive conditions like dementias with lifestyle changes, certain behaviors can lower the risk of developing these illnesses or reduce their severity. HM231603

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