Tri County News Shopper, February 13, 2012

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231-527-1248Big Rapids Furniture

210 N. Michigan Big Rapids, MI 49307OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

WWW.BR-Furniture.com

$429

ENERGY STARQualified HydroWavewash system PreciseFill with 5water levelselectionsGTWN4250MWS

GE 3.7 cu. ft. stainless steelcapacity washer

429

Auto Dry Rotaryelectromechanicalcontrols 4 heat selectionsGTDP300EMWS

GE 7.0 cu. ft. capacityDuraDrum electric dryer

$899

Self-clean withSteam Clean option Super-large ovencapacity 9/12 DualelementJB655STSS

"GE 30" " Free-Standing ElectricRange"

$1899

High-gloss doorswith top and bottombevels In-the-door icemaker" Tall, external ice andwater dispenser withtemperature display"PFSF5RKZWW

GE Profile ENERGY STAR 25.1Cu. Ft. French Door Bottom FreezerRefrigerator

Floor Covering Appliances Bedding Televisions

BIG RAPIDS FURNITURE210 N. Michigan 231-527-1248 Big Rapids

More Than You Imagined, For Less Than You Expect

www.br-furniture.com

Store Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-6pm Sun Noon-4pm

$429

From scheduled maintenance and oil changes to

something more involved such as a check engine

light, we have the factory training, tools, and service

information to properly maintain your vehicle.

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Fullmer & SonsHeating, Cooling & Fireplaces

Since 1971

WOOD & PELLET STOVES,INSERTS & FURNACESLennox Furnaces On Sale Too.

20928 18 Mile Rd.Big Rapids

231-796-3403Monday-Friday 9am-5pm

fullmerandsons.com

FinancingAvailable

Fully Licensedand Insured

2012 WINTER SALE

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Heating

WoodPellets

$175p/ton, plus tax

Call

832-9879

$175

Weber

Brothers

Sawmill,

Inc.

Buyer of

Standing

TimberSteven G. Weber

2862 N. Winn Rd.

Mt. Pleasant, MI

www.weberssawmill.com

[email protected]

989.644.2206

Cell 989.330.3075

BANKRUPTCY

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LUDINGTON

216 James St.

800-747-6655

NEWAYGO

8535 Mason Dr. (Rt. 37)

231-652-7500

BIG RAPIDS

226 S. Warren

231-592-0000

MUSKEGON

1732 Lakeshore Dr.

231-755-9100


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03 Dodge Dakota 4x4Auto, Local Trade, Very Clean, Reg Cab, T276B

Just $8,995*

07 Ford Taurus SELocal Trade, Well Equipped, Very Clean, Black On Black, F557A

Just $6,995*07 Toyota Yaris

Liftback, Great MPG, T256B

Just $7,995*

07 Chevy Ext Cab 1500 4x4Well Equipped, Only 67k Miles, F346B

Just $15,995*

04 Camry V6 XLEPower Moon, Local Trade, T385C

Just $6,995*

04 Chevy 1500 4x4Reg Cab, Long Box, LS, PW/PL, F563A

Just $10,995*

08 Ford Expedition Eddie Bauer4x4, Leather, Loaded, Local Trade, F699A

Just $19,995*

05 Buick LaCrosse CXLLeather, Loaded, 76k Miles, TP114

Just $9,495*

05 Dodge Durango4x4, Well Equipped, TP120

Just $10,495*08 Dodge Dakota 4x4Quad Cab, Well Equipped, FP152

Just $14,495*

06 Ford ExplorerOnly 63k Miles, FP167

Just $14,495*

11 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium1 Owner, P Moonroof, Extra Clean, AWD, T411A

Just $22,995*

05 Ford F150 Super Cab4x4, 5.4 Auto, Well Equipped, Bedliner, F677A

Just $15,495*

10 Ford F150 STX 4x4V8, Auto, PW/PL, Tilt, Bedliner, Only 26k Miles, Chrome Steps, F691A

Just $24,995*09 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

V6, Dbl Cab, Local Trade, 41k Miles, Well Equipped, T339A

Just $23,995*

05 Toyota 4 Runner4x4, Extra Clean, TP97

Just $15,495*

08 Harley Davidson F250 CrewLeather, Loaded, Insulated Topper, Bed Rug, F260A

Just $36,995*

06 Chrysler Town & Country7 Passenger, Well Equipped, FP148A

Just $8,495*

03 Toyota Tundra Dbl Cab57k Miles, YES, 57k Miles, Limited, 4x4, TP108A

Just $14,995*

03 Chevy Silverado 2500HD6L, Auto, LS, Ext Cab, T288B

Just $10,995*

06 Pontiac G6Sport Red, Auto, Well Equipped, T422A

Just $7,995*

04 Chevy Malibu LS4 Cyl, Auto, T415A

Just $6,995*

04 Chevy Aveo LSPW/PL, Air, More, 49k Miles, T299B

Just $5,995*

07 Toyota Yaris SWell Equipped, Blow Out Price, T345A

Just $6,495*

02 Chevy TrailblazerTP117

Just $5,295*

99 Toyota AvalonExtra, Extra Clean, Local Trade, Well Cared For & Maintained, T421A

Just $6,995*

06 Ford F150 4x4Ext Cab, XLT, T368B

Just $13,995*

06 Ford F150 4x4Extended Cab, Well Equipped, F697A

Just $14,995*

01 ChevyMonte Carlo

Torch Red, Extra Clean, LocalTrade, Sharp, Sharp, FP137A

Only$6,995*

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03 Chevy ImpalaLocal Trade, Well Equipped, TP126

Just $5,995*

01 F150 Supercrew XLTV8, Auto, Local Trade, 4x4, F299B

Just $11,995*

02 Chevy SuburbanLeather, Loaded, 4x4, Local Trade, 3rd Seat, F715A

Just $10,995*

99 Chevy Blazer 4x44 Dr, Mechanic Checked & Ready To Go, T403A

Just $4,495*

11 Ford Taurus LimitedFord Certified, Leather, Loaded, FP166

Just $22,995*

03 Dodge Durango4x4, Local Trade, TP86B

Just $8,995*


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MONDAY,February13,2012TRICOUNTYNEWSSHOPPER 3

Hot Properties

Hot Properties

Advertise Your Home In Our

HOT PROPERTIESFridays Pioneer,

Tri-County or Pioneer East$35.00 Each - 2x4 Classified Display Ad

Deadline - 12noon on Tuesday

$35.00Call Debbie

(231)592-8348

Email: classified@

pioneergroup.com

030 Special Notices

IF IT'S ODD

if it's oldand it's yours,

we'd like to buy it.The Jack-Dick Co.Dick 231-218-5031Jack 616-232-8110If people tell you,

you don't know Jack-Dick,you can say yes I do - We buy

Estate's.

PLATO'S DOG SHOPS here; Mecos-ta Book Gallery - hours at mecosta-books.com or 231-972-4140, 100,000books, 2 book stores in the village.

SURPRISE YOUR SWEETIE! Comeinto Different by Design, select a smoochfor savings of 10% to 50% off your order.See store for details. Call (231)592-0202.

Tri-CountyClassifieds

Baldwin, Big RapidsEvart, Reed City

Rodney Area

(231)592-8348Deadline:

Thursday, 12noon

Email:[email protected]

Go Online:www.pioneergroup.com

VENDORS NEEDED FOR Evart's Greenechnology Expo. March 17th. Promot-

ing anything environmentally friendly.Focusing on sustainable energy andland use. $50 for 12x12 booth. More infoat 231-734-5551.

050 Help Wanted

2 HAIRSTYLISTS NEEDED. At least 1-year experience necessary. (231)937-7800. Angela's Hair Salon & Day Spa.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER/

PAGINATOR POSITION

We are seeking a creative GraphicDesigner/Paginator for a full-time open-ing in ourBig Rapids office. Must be able to

meet deadlines and be very organ-ized. Must have good communicationskills. Requirements include experi-ence with Mac OSX computers andsoftware applications including beingvery fluent with the Adobe CreativeSuite, which includes InDesign, Pho-toshop & Illustrator Flexible scheduleavailable. Send cover letter, salaryrequirements and resume to:

Pioneer Group

Attn: Nina Jones

c/o Graphics Position

115 N. Michigan Avenue

Big Rapids, MI 49307

Or email:

[email protected]

HAIRSTYLISTS

LOOKING FOR a busy & progressivesalon? At Cost Cutters, your earningpotential is unlimited and benefits/train-ing are excellent!! Contact Denise 231-796-1627

PART TIME JOBS with immediate open-ings at MPI. Looking for loyal employeesto work the following schedule, Sunday12:00 noon to 8:30 p.m. and Monday-

hursday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, 20hours weekly. Earn $8 to $11.50 hourly.Call today for an interview, full timeschedule available as well (231)796-9276.

AT MPI WITH 2012 upon us we areexpanding our sales force. Applicationsfor FULLTIME and PARTIME are being

ccepted. We have openings in bothectors, and are looking to fill these posi-ions, immediately. Call 231-796-9286or an appointment

050 Help Wanted 050 Help Wanted

PART-TIME CLINICAL ASSISTANT forOrthodontic Practice, experience pre-ferred but will train the right person. Mailresume to: Herb Dulaney, DDS, MS,PC. 900 Water Tower Road, Big Rapids,MI 49307.

NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS. Apply atA & W Restaurant. 304 N. State St, BigRapids.

COMPLETE INVENTORY AT:www.RandyMerrenAuto.com*See dealer for details.

2 MILES NORTH OF GREENVILLE ON M-91

616.754.6800

02 GRAND AM SEAuto., Air,

Cruise,

PW, PL,

PM.

$3,995

99 BUICK CENTURY

6 Cyl.,Auto.

$3,995

99 BUICK LESABRENice

Vehicle!Cruise,

Air.$

4,995

01 CHEVY EXPRESSAuto.,Rear &Front

Air, Tilt.

$3,995

97 CHRY. SEBRING CONV.

Cruise,PW, PL,Loaded.

$3,995

99 DODGE RAM VANAuto.,

PL, PW,Tilt, CD.

$4,995

00 CHEVY BLAZER

Leather,Loaded.

$3,995

02 CHEVY IMPALAAuto.,

Air, PW,PL, AM/FM/CD.

$3,995

04 FORD ECONOLINECargo Van,V8, Auto.,

w/Cabinets.

$4,995

97 CHEVY CAVALIER

4 Cyl.Great on

Gas!

$2,995

02 CHEVY PRIZM4 Dr.,PW,

PL, AC,Cruise.

$3,995

02 HONDA CIVICGreat

onGas!

$3,995

97 DODGE RAM P.U.

Auto.,Air, CD,PD, PL.

$2,995

04 OLDS ALERO4 Dr., AC,

Cruise,PW, PL.

$3,995

97 DODGE CARAVAN

Auto.,Air, Tilt.

$

1,795

02 SATURN L300FWD, Air,Cruise,KeylessEntry.

$5,995

99 FORD ECONOLINEConversion

Van.

$5,995

02 MERC. MOUNTAINEER4WD,

Leather

Seats, CD,

Loaded.

$5,995

05 SATURN RELAYLeather

Seats, PW,PM, PL,

CD, DVD.

$5,995

00 FORD MUSTANG

2 Door,Auto.

$4,995

$

5,995

20VehiclesUnder

Stone Hill

Veterinary Clinics, P.C.

Vaccination ClinicWhen: Saturday, February 18th, 2012

from 1:00-3:00 pm

Where: Wheatland Township Hall in Remus

Rabies Vaccine: $10

Distemper/Parvo Vaccine: $15

Feline Distemper Vaccine: $15

Mecosta County Dog License for Sale as well.

Please bring proof of previous Rabies Vaccine with you.

Cash or Check Only.

Dogs must be on a leash and cats in a carrier.

Introducing

Robert G. HawleyMaster Hearing Consultant

550A S. State St. Big Rapids(Inside RE/MAX Building)

231-796-4606 or 1-800-522-9588

Hearing Centers FREE Hearing & Screening and

Consultation

FREE Lifetime Clean and Check,Adjustments of all Aids

FREE Trial on RIE Hearing Aids


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050 Help Wanted

MEDIA CONSULTANT

Full time sales position in theManistee County area for adynamic individual with excel-lent customer service skillsand prior sales experience.Responsibilities include butare not limited to promotingadvertising sales to estab-lished customers and gener-

ating new accounts.Successful candidate shouldhave solid organizational andcomputer skills and the abilityto work within a deadline envi-ronment. Dependable trans-portation is required.

This professional sales posi-tion offers a training salary,followed by commissionbased on sales. Benefitsinclude health, life and dentalinsurance, 401k, paid mileageand sales leads. Send coverletter and resume to

Manistee News Advocate

75 Maple StreetManistee MI 49660

Or [email protected]

Drug screen required

050 Help Wanted

ROUTE DELIVERYCOORDINATOR

We're looking for a friendly, out-going self-starter with good orga-nizational skills to lead our customerservice efforts for three free dis-tribution weekly papers. The right

candidate will be detail-oriented,hard-working and able to effec-tively communicate with both cus-tomers and delivery drivers. If youperform well both individually andas part of a team, we want to hearfrom you. This full-time opportunityincludes helping update and rede-fine our delivery system. Reliabletransportation is a must. Compet-itive wage and benefits packageincluding insurance, vacation and401(k) offered. Drug screen, andbackground checks are required.To apply, send a letter of interestand a resume to:

Nina JonesHR Manager

The Pioneer Group115 N. Michigan AvenueBig Rapids, MI 49307

or email to:[email protected]

070 Happy Ads!

Tell your loved one how much

you care with a Valentinemessage in the Pioneer.

Share the

Love

$15.00 Includes yourmessage of LOVE &

A PHOTO...to appear

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All ads must be prepaid.

Deadline is Monday,February 13, 2012

231-592-8348

090 BusinessServices

YOUR LOCALINTERNET Provider!

$18.45/monthUnlimited Dial-up

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ROOFING: ALL TYPESRepairs & Leaks. Free Estimates

20yrs. experienceLicensed/Insured(616)636-8288

Ensley Roofing, LLC

WINTER COMBOTri-County Shopper River Valley Shopper

Pioneer East Shopper Monday Pioneer

Reach Over 53,000 Homes!15 Words ~ $36.00

Additional words 35 each per week.

Call or Go Online(231)592-8348

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Silver D Farms AuctionSat., Feb. 18, 2012 at 11:00 a.m.

Location: North of Grand Rapids OR South of Big Rapids on US 131 to Exit 120, East onM46 to Amble Rd OR West of Lakeview on M46 to Amble Rd, South to Auction. 5201 NAmble, Coral MI, Montcalm Co. Follow Auction Signs

TRUCKS - LOADER: 2 - 1997 Matching T800 Kenworths w/ 38 sleepers, N14 Cummins,13 sp, 410 gears, heavy specs, wet kit, blue 1996 T600 Kenworth w/Cat 3406E, 10 sp,wet kit, new injectors & head gaskets 60K ago Case W14 Loader w/ 4 cyl Cummins, splitrear window, 90 bucket, pallet forksTRAILERS: Fruehauf 28 ft alum Dump, 3 axle, 1 lift w/ roll tarp & air to rear Dorsey 24ft alum Dump 3 axle w/ new Roll Tite Tarp system, grain door & air to rear Trail Mobile26 ft 3 axle lead w/ 19ft pup w/ 2 axle, 1 lift & single axle dolley Dorsey 48 ft Van TiteTandem w/ lift axle w/ V btm. seed potato unloader 45 ft Flat Bed w/ alum deck, 9 ftspreadw/ lift axle Fruehauf 45 ft flat w/ Tite tandem, steel deck 2 - 28ft Flat B Trains Single axle DolleyPICKLE BOXES: 80 50bu 40x47x54 boxes, blue 20 25bu 40x47x54 boxes, white 5025bu green boxesTOOLS & MISC.: Ram Air 5hp, dual stage air comp. IMC M 216V upright air comp., 5hp220 V Disk Grinder Antique Drill Press Metal Work bench w/ Vise Emerson 180 ampWelder Torch set w/ tanks & gauges Impala 30T Press Welding Bench Ready Heater Bbl Mt Parts Washer Air tank Misc. Tools Drill Snap On YA 212 Wire Welder

Nylon Rope Qty. Straps Side Rail Tie Downs w/ 16 ratchets, new 3pt Post Hole Dig-ger w/ 10 auger Craftsman 10 Tbl Saw Stihl 032 AV Chain Saw Hotsey Hot WaterPower Washer Air Comp. w/ Kohler Motor Dolmar Elect. Chain Saw 2 Wheel Trailer Trailer side kitsCONSIGNED: 1996 IH 8100 Single Axle Semi Tractor w/ M11 Cummins, 10sp, air brakes &ride, 500K miles 1991 48 ft Drop Deck trailer, 3 - 9s, ramps, 22.5 Lo Pro tires

Many Items too Numerous to MentionTerms: Cash or good check with ID, out of state checks require a bank or credit union letter . We accept debit OR creditcards. Not responsible for personal injuries, accidents or the goods after they are sold. Everything sells as is, all infor-mation is believed to be correct, but it is not a guarantee. Use your own inspection and judgment when purchasing.Announcements made on sale day take precedence over printed material. Auctioneers act as selling agents only. Lunchwagon, rain tents and restroom facilities are available on site.

Silver D Farms, OwnerDue to the death of my husband, Dean Larson, I am discontinuing our trucking business.

Petersen Auction ServiceA Family Tradition Providing Quality Service Since 1934

Mike 616-984-2573 No phone calls after 9 pm Mark 616-984-5122

www.petersenauction.com

18261 Northland Dr. 796-7355&1029 N. State Street 796-0602

ALL CARS ARE SAFETY INSPECTED!

BOYD BROWER

Sales Manager

ONLY USED CAR DEALERIN BIG RAPIDS WITH A FULL

SERVICE DEPARTMENT

VISIT YOUR FAVORITEMECOSTA COUNTY USED

CAR DEALER!

02 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX SEV-6, low miles.Only $4,995 plus tax

02 CHEVY VENTUREV-6, local trade-in.

Only $4,995 plus tax

05 KIA SEDONALocal trade, flip down dvd.


03 FORD TAURUS SEV-6, sharp car.

Only $5,500 plus tax03 PONTIAC MONTANA8 passenger, wont last long.Only $4,995 plus tax

99 DODGE DAKOTAV-6, 4x4, 105,000


05 DODGE CARAVANSto-N-Go, local trade


02 BUICK LESABRELeather seats, loaded.



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BUDGET-CONSCIOUS BRIDES TRIM BILL

WITH DESTINATION WEDDINGS

(NewsUSA) - Tying the knot isnt what it used to be. The

wedding industry is as profitable as primetime football,elebrities compete for the shortest, most gimmickymarriages (72 days or less?) and the exotic appeal of aromantic getaway has led to the widespread popularity ofdestination weddings.

One in every 10 weddings features an exotic locale, ort least a location neither the bride nor groom calls home.hile theres no absolute explanation as to why destinationeddings have started a bridal takeover, the hefty price of

ypical weddings is reason enough for many -- especially ifDaddy isnt footing the bill.

If done correctly, destination weddings can be a cheaperalternative for everyone. Guests dont have to buy expensivegifts, just a ticket. All the money spent on the weddingparty, venues, refreshments, cake, reception and decor issignificantly reduced if not cut altogether,explains Nini Pardo,wedding planner at Stay in Costa Rica, an accommodationsand rental management company.

The author of Destination Weddings for Dummies, SusanBreslow Sardone, says the traditional American weddingcosts an average of $28,082, whereas destination weddingsaverage around $20,600.

Some of the cost difference is definitely a result ofresorts and hotels capitalizing on the trend. Many nowoffer the full wedding package with wedding planners,musicians, photographers, etc. We employ full-time weddingcoordinators, like myself, to craft intimate weddings at ourLos Suenos Resort, Pardo adds. Weve found it reallyappealing to budget-conscious brides.

Budget-conscious brides have become a trend as well,according to Patricia MacArthur, executive director ofWeddingStar.com -- a go-to authority on all things wedding-related. MacArthur says more brides are trimming expensesby taking the DIY route for guest favors and some decorativeelements.

For tropical weddings especially, many of the cheaper, DIYoptions are more easily packed into suitcases. For instance,colorful fabric is being used to replace flowers and nativedelicacies are replacing towering cakes.

An extra tip from the experts, when considering the perfectsetting to make your vows and possibly trash the dress: lookat locations that are one flight away from you and most ofyour guests. Direct flights tend to be cheaper and less hassle.To learn more about saying I do in Costa Rica, visit www.stayincostarica.com.

BRUSH UP ON DENTAL CARE FOR A

TIMELESS SMILE

(NewsUSA) - It is well known that taking care of yourbody, including your teeth and gums, is an important partf healthy aging. Yet, despite recognizing the importancef oral health, many individuals are not taking the essentialteps to maintain their smile.

According to a 2008 study by the American Dentalssociation, Crest and Oral-B, The Public Speaks Up onral Health Care: An ADA and Crest/Oral-B Survey, more

han eight of 10 adults aged 50 to 64 believe maintainingealthy teeth and gums are essential to overall good health,et only a third say theyre taking the proper steps to do so.hats exactly the kind of statistic that has health expertsorried.

Many adults believe theyre doing everything they can torotect their mouth and dont realize that red gums or minorleeding during brushing or flossing can be a sign of gingivitis.ingivitis is caused by plaque bacteria at the gum line thatan cause gums to swell. If left untreated, it can progress tomore serious form of gum disease, known as periodontitis,

n infection that can be a major cause of tooth loss in adults,ays Ann Benson, RDH, Mobile Dentistry of Arizona. Someesearch suggests there may be a link between periodontitisnd other health problems, such as cardiovascular diseasend diabetes.

Now that you know more about gingivitis, here are someips to help you identify the symptoms and keep your timeless

smile.

* Know the signs. If your gums are swollen or bleed easilywhile brushing or flossing, you could be among the 50 percentof American adults estimated to have gingivitis.

* Give your mouth the attention it deserves. Help preventgingivitis by brushing and flossing daily. When you brush,make sure it is for at least two minutes, including 30 secondsbrushing each section of your mouth (upper right, upper left,lower right and lower left), both morning and night.

* Create a routine. A regular oral care routine usingproducts that protect against plaque and gingivitis isessential. I recommend that my patients use Crest Pro-Health Clinical Gum Protection toothpaste, says Benson. Itprovides Crests highest level of protection against plaquebacteria and is clinically proven to help reverse gingivitis infour weeks.

* Eat wisely. Avoiding sugars and starches applies to adults

and children.

* Visit your dentist. Schedule dental appointments everysix months for a check-up and cleaning.

For more information, visit www.crestprohealth.com.

A STRAINING ISSUE FOR

POSTPARTUM MOMS

(NewsUSA) - New moms are often surprised when theyexperience a bout of constipation after giving birth, unawarethat this is actually a very common postpartum complaint.

Many women may experience constipation followingchildbirth, due to the slowdown of the digestive system

and temporary loss of muscle tone in the abdomen. Butthere are other explanations. Factors that may contributeto constipation include: medications administered forpostpartum pain, prenatal vitamins continued while breastfeeding and anesthesia administered during labor.

A fear of pushing can also cause a cycle of constipation.New moms may be hesitant to strain themselves becauseof post-childbirth tenderness, fear of tearing a stitch or painfrom hemorrhoids. C-sections can also contribute.

Mothers should know that this situation is very common.In one survey of about 1,000 new moms conducted byRussell Research in collaboration with Purdue Products, themakers of Colace Capsules, it was found that 47 percentof new moms experienced constipation or other digestive

issues after giving birth, and 89 percent of those mothersexperienced problems with bowel movements in the daysimmediately after childbirth.

There are many ways to combat this issue. While it may behard to get back into gear after the ordeal your body has justbeen through, it may help to exercise a little each day once youhave been told by your doctor that its okay. Adequate dailyfiber is also key to keeping away constipation. Eating branmuffins, high-fiber cereal and lots of fruits and vegetables isa great way to make sure youre getting your daily intake. It isalso important to drink plenty of fluids.

According to the survey, 77 percent of new mothers withconstipation took a stool softener, such as Colace Capsules.Since the active ingredient is docusate sodium, ColaceCapsules help avoid the painful straining associated with

occasional constipation. Colace Capsules is the leadingproduct recommended by doctors and pharmacists to providereliable relief. Of course, if you are pregnant or nursing, youshould consult with your doctor before use, and remember totell your doctor about any other medications you are taking.

The survey also revealed that a startling 67 percent ofnew moms were not warned about postpartum constipation.For more info, check out www.colacecapsules.com. Readthrough the prevention section to get tips on natural waysto combat postpartum constipation.

WILL DAIRY BOOST YOUR WEIGHT-LOSS

RESOLUTION?(NewsUSA) - If weight loss and dieting are on your New

Years resolution agenda, an unlikely food group may be thehelp you need.

Consuming dairy products as part of your daily diet canhelp keep weight down, according to several studies.Findings in the Journal of Nutrition demonstrated that higherprotein, high-dairy diets shaved off belly fat and increasedlean muscle.

One hundred percent of the weight lost in the higherprotein, high-dairy group was fat. And the participants gainedmuscle mass, which is a major change in body composition,says Andrea Josse, lead author of the study and a graduatstudent in the Department of Kinesiology at McMasteUniversity.

In addition, a Harvard study, which suggests that thfood quality is more important than its calorie count, founthat eating specific high-quality foods was linked with lessweight gain over time. Its data showed that the more dailservings people ate of fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grainsand yogurt, the less weight they gained. In fact, the researcfound that each extra daily serving of yogurt prevented 0.8of a pound of weight gain.

The Nutrition and Metabolism journal reported a study iwhich participants who consumed three or more servings ofdairy a day after weight loss were able to eat more calorieswithout gaining weight than those who didnt consume dairy.

Milk is nutritionally unique in that it is a great source of nineessential nutrients: calcium, potassium, phosphorus, protein,vitamins A, D and B12, riboflavin and niacin. It provides threeof the five nutrients of concern that children do not getenough of: calcium, magnesium and potassium.

By combining a high intake of nutrient-rich dairy withregular physical activity, it wont even feel like youre tryingto lose weight.

However, as with any diet, you must be realistic. Resultstake time, so first commit to getting through January toestablish a real routine, says Alyssa Greenstein, a registereddietitian with the Dairy Council of Florida.

According to a National Health and Nutrition survey, 86percent of women and 76 percent of men fail to meet therecommended dairy intake of three servings each day. Thatmeans the majority of Americans dont have satisfactorlevels of essential nutrients like potassium, zinc, calcium andfolate. These levels plummet when dieters attempt to trimcalories by purging dairy.

Learn more about the benefits of dairy at www.floridamilk.com.

DONT TREAD LIGHTLY ON WINTER

TIRE SAFETY(NewsUSA) - With winter upon us, tire safety in cold

weather is something every car owner should be familiawith. Most drivers concentrate on tire safety in hot weatheto avoid blowouts, but the same precautions should beexercised in the winter. One of the most effective ways to bsafe on the road is to use a winter tire specially designed forcold weather.

Common all-season tires contain a tread compound thatgradually hardens when temperatures dip below 45 degrees,resulting in a decrease in traction. These tires also tendto collect winter road debris, like snow and ice, which canimpact a vehicles performance on wintry roads.

Mark Ballard, spokesman for Discount Tire Company,Americas largest independent tire and wheel retailer,advises motorists to replace all four tires with winter tires ifthey can expect to encounter snow and ice during the wintemonths. Its best to use winter tires, especially if you live inan area with extreme weather conditions where temperaturesare below 45 degrees on a consistent basis, he explains.Relying on an all-season tire to do the work of a winter tirecan be dangerous to you and other motorists.

In recent years, the Rubber Manufacturers Association(www.rma.org) developed new standards for winter traction,which led to technological advancements in the manufactureof winter tires. For example, a newer tread compoundfeaturing a higher sillica content retains tire flexibility even infreezing temperatures, allowing the tread to maintain its grip

with the highway.Also, tread block design has been greatly improved with

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the addition of thousands of sipes, smallcuts in the tread block that provide extrabiting edges for more traction.

Every aspect of todays winter tire has

been engineered to provide better tractionand greater ability to quickly expel water,slush and snow, provide a quieter ride andallow for longer tread life, says Ballard.

Winter tires tend to be slightly morexpensive than all-season ones. But likell tires, winter tires perform optimally whenroperly inflated. Remember that a significantrop in temperature can lower air pressure.ypically, a 10-degree drop will cause tires to

ose a pound of pressure.

To learn more about winter tire safety, visitww.tires.com.

BEYOND THE NUMBER: SIMPLE

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(NewsUSA) - Remember when it was sortof fun to talk about The Number?

The Number refers to the amount ofmoney youd need to retire comfortably, andit was borrowed from the title of a 2006 bookby former Esquire editor Lee Eisenberg.Everywhere you went in those comparativelygiddy pre-crash days, it seemed, people

ere tossing around figures -- $1 million, $5illion - and often acting like itd be a cinch

o get there if they just gave up one GrandeCafe Vanilla Frappuccino a week.

possible, in the case of aging Baby Boomers- has only become more imperative.

One of the best pieces of advice we giveclients is to keep it simple, says Elaine

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* Make automatic contributions to 401(k)s. We now know what can happen if you letmarket fluctuations spook your use of thisconvenient savings vehicle. According to astudy by Fidelity Investments of millions oftheir accounts, investors who dumped alltheir allocations in stocks between October1, 2008, and March 31, 2009 (the marketcrash), and stayed out of stocks throughlast June 30, 2011 (a big upswing), saw an

average increase in account balances of only2 percent. That compares to an average 50percent increase for those who rode thingsout with a continuous allocation strategy thatincluded stocks.

* Dont squander your raise. Consultingfirm Hay Group says the average raise lastyear was 2.8 percent. Say your salarys$50,000. Thats a $1,400 increase, or $26.92a week. If you put that money into an IRA, in10 years it wouldve grown to $3,108, basedon an 8 percent average annual return. Itsall about delaying immediate rewards onthings like your fifth pair of designer jeans,says Smith.

* Take advantage of new fee disclosures.A new law is set to require much moretransparency in most 401(k) plans. But whywait? Financial websites let you compare

fund expense ratios, and the differencebetween an actively managed mutual fundcharging 1.75 percent and an index fundcharging only 0.07 percent -- especially if theformers performance is sub-par -- adds up.

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(NewsUSA) - You turn on the tap, andwater comes out. Period. Safe, plentifuland affordable drinking water is one ofour nations most precious resources andsomething most of us take for granted.

But what if you turned the tap and nothinghappened, or if the water you drank madeyou sick?

While pouring a glass of water may seemsimple, before it arrives at your tap thereis a complex process of collecting, storing,treating and distributing that helps ensureits availability and quality. In fact, waterutilities implement comprehensive watermanagement plans to ensure that adequateamounts of drinking water are available.These include conservation and reuse,reclamation and sourcing strategies.

Drinking water supplied by utilities is alwaystreated to remove contaminants and harmful

then delivered to residential and commercicustomers via an extensive pipe network.

Drinking water utilities are committto protecting public health and constan

monitoring and reassessing their methofor treating water to ensure its quality.part, this is due to changing governmeregulations, which periodically alter watquality standards. In addition, they mundertake other forms of treatment nexpressly required to comply with regulatioin order to ensure that drinking water meeand often exceeds the standards and neeof local communities.

For example, they may seek to remotrace compounds that are not currenregulated, and to enhance the aesthequality of the water.

Drinking water utilities carry out theservices while also managing costs aminimizing environmental impacts of thprocesses; they are committed to keepidrinking water affordable. Water utilities aother stakeholders invest more than $million each year in the Water ResearFoundation to sponsor research that enablwater utilities, public health agencies aother professionals to provide safe aaffordable drinking water to the public.

So the next time you pour a glasswater from the tap, take a moment to honthe commitment and significant investmemade to ensure the quality of that water.

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MECOSTA COUNTY CARES is

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[email protected] and leave

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No internet access - call Barb at

231-796-4416 between the hoursof 10 AM - 2 PM Monday thru Sat-

urday.

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EVENTS BEGINNING FEBRUARY 11, 2012

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EDITORS NOTE: Please check with your club ororganization to be certain of meetings, outings andclasses, as they may be canceled due to bad weatherr other reasons. If any listing is incorrect, pleaseall (231)832-5566 or (231)745-4635 with correct

nformation.

OMESTIC ABUSE NUMBER for anyone being abuseds 1-800-950-5808. There is no excuse for abuse.

EARTLAND HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING.eartland Hospice of Cadillac is looking for caring andedicated people with an interest in serving terminally

ll patients and their families in the Reed City Area andhe outlaying communities. Volunteers provide servicesuch as friendly visiting, patient transport/patient

outings, errand running, child care, and clerical services.Volunteer classes are available to fit each persons

chedule. Please call Paul King at Heartland Hospice at31-775-6840 for further information.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11

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

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

INTERSECTION OPEN-DOORS FREE COMMUNITYDINNER takes place every Saturday night at 5:45 p.m.at the corner of US-10 and 66 in the Brooks Corners

nited Methodist hall. Open to everyone. Reservationare required, please call (231)734-2733. Please leaveour name, contact phone number and number of people

attending. Intersection Church takes place following thedinner starting at 6:30 p.m.. Everyone welcome.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12

REED CITY VFW Ladies Auxiliary All Americanreakfast (first Sunday of every month), 8a.m-12 noon.29 East Osceola Avenue.

AST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH, Breakfast Buffet, 7:30-1 a.m. Evart Moose Lodge, #2452, 8400 U.S.-10.

VART VFW POST 7979 BREAKFAST 2nd Sunday ofevery month.

REED CITY MASONIC LODGE will stop serving theirPancake Breakfast on the third Sunday of each monthuntil further notice.

A OPEN MINDED RECOVERY MEETING is heldt 7 p.m. Every Wednesday and Sunday at Immanuel

Lutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13

REED CITY AMVETS POST 2965 MEETING, 7p.m.129 E. Osceola Avenue. For more information, call Cliff

alloup (231)832-2787. Meetings are second Mondayf every month).

.O.P.S. 1682 MEETING, every Monday at Reed Cityt. Paul Lutheran Church, weigh in 5:30p.m., meetingp.m.

UCHRE, 1p.m. at Reed City Senior Center, 219 E.odd Street.

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

UTTERFLY BUNCH BREAST CANCER SUPPORTROUP MEETING second Monday of each month,p.m. For more information, call Carol Ladd (231)734-305.

VART MOOSE LODGE NO. 2452 host bingo eachonday at 8400 U.S. 10. Doors open at 4p.m. Early

ird takes place at 6p.m. with regular regular bingo at:30p.m. (License No. A21600)

EIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Monday eveningt Trinity Lutheran Church on highway US-10 in Reedity. Weigh in at 5:30 p.m., meeting starts at 6:00p.m.

HE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY PROGRAMOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER. Cancer Support Group

or Women. Sponsored by Paradise Salon and Spectrumealth Reed City Hospital Cancer Services. 2nd Mondayf every other month at 4:00 p.m. January-March-May-ul -Se tember-November. Hosted b Crossroads

Radiation Therapy Center, 4499 220th Street, Reed City,Michigan 49677. Interested? Inquire by calling: OncologyInfusion Services Staff 832-7105, Crossroads RadiationCenter 832-5817 or Paradise Salon 832-3411.

NATURAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP MEETING,at the Sears Church of God, corner of Highway 10and 40th Ave., west entrance. This group meets thelast Monday of each month at 6 p.m. to discuss naturalhealth options and specific subjects, CO-OP informationis also available.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin onMonday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Locationis at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sportsman Club)on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment after lunch.For information call 231-734-6005.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14

LA LECHE LEAGUE BREASTFEEDING SUPPORTGROUP MEETING, 10a.m. Monthly topics. Open toall pregnant and nursing mothers. Children welcome.Downtown Reed City. Contact Sue, LLL group leaderfor directions or questions, (231)832-1858 or email [email protected]. (Meetings are Third Tuesday of everymonth.)

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

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

FREE CLOTHING - FOOD available to those in need

(second and fourth Tuesday of the month), 5p.m. atIdlewild Seventh Day Adventist Churchs CommunityService.

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOODPANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. atSt. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for moreinformation.

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, (secondTuesday of each month), 1p.m. at St. Anns ChurchBasement in Baldwin. For further information, call Shawn(231)745-8421.

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

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

CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP meets the secondand fourth Tuesdays of the month, 2-4p.m. The groupmeets at the Community Mental Health for CentralMichigan in Osceola County located at 4473 220th Ave.in Reed City. For more information call (231)832-2247.The group is for individuals who provide caregivingservices for individuals with Dementia, Alzheimersor other chronic/terminal medical conditions. Thereis no charge to participate and there are no residencyrestrictions.

GFWC EVART WOMENS CLUB meets 7p.m. thesecond Tuesday of the month at St. Paul LutheranChurch. Open to the public. The May meeting honorsGirl Scouts with a Girl Scouts tea.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Tuesday morningat the Assembly of God Church in Big Rapids. Weigh in

at 9:00 a.m. meeting starts at 9:30 a.m.

ALANON MEETING, SUPPORT GROUP for familiesand friends of Alcoholics will meet every Tuesday at St.Phillips Church, Reed City at 8 p.m.


THE RED HATS, known as the Classy Lassies in Purpleand Red, of Evart, meet every THIRD Tuesday eveningat 6 p.m. The meeting place is the Evart Depot. PinkHatters are welcome too (the younger ones). Call ourQueen, Jan, at 734-5010 or Vice Queen Linda, at 734-9733 for any information or questions you may have.

THE LAST TUESDAY OF each month the IntersectionFree Store will host a Free Resources Seminar for thegreater Evart community. This seminar will discuss themany different agencies, organizations and churchesthat offer hel for families and individuals durin these

current tough economic conditions. Please call ahead asseating is limited. All are welcome. (231)734-2733

THE OSCEOLA COUNTY CHAPTER OF MARSPwill meet at the Evart United Methodist Church, 519Cherry, on Tuesday, September 13 at 1 p.m. Snackswill be provided and the program will be on SeniorExercise. For further information, please call Joe Curtinat (231)734-9139 or Laverne Erbes at (231)832-5108.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15

ELIJAHS PLACE MEAL, (last Wednesday of eachmonth), 5-6:30p.m. at Zion-Emanuel Lutheran Church,202 Albert Street, LeRoy. Open to the public, free ofcharge.

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

PATHFINDER PUBLIC LIBRARY Summer Story Hour,1-2p.m. for children ages 4-8. A parent must remain inthe library during story hour.

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

EVART FAITH BIBLE CHURCH PIONEER CLUB, 6p.m.every Wednesday for first through sixth grades.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY STORY TIME is everyWednesday from 11:15a.m. until noon. There will begames, crafts, songs and stories.

BITELY BETTER CONSERVATION CLUB MEETINGSare held the first Wednesday of each month (excludingJanuary through March), and the public is alwayswelcome. The doors open at 5:30 for a pot luck dinnerfollowed by the meeting which starts at 7:00p.m.

OSCEOLA COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITIESmeeting is the first Wednesday of every month. Call thehotline for location of the meeting and for information.(231)832-8453

EVART AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE meetsat 6p.m. the second Wednesday of each month. Forinformation call 734-9799.

BINGO, EVERY WEDNESDAY, VFW Hall Post #7979,Evart, license A04340. Early Bird at 6 p.m. Located at4681 85th Ave., Evart.

THE BIG RAPIDS MASONIC LODGE meets the firstWednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Big RapidsMasonic Temple on east 19 Mile Road in Big Rapids.

NA OPEN MINDED RECOVERY MEETING will be heldat 7 p.m. Every Wednesday and Sunday at ImmanuelLutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave., Big Rapids.

MIDWESTERN MICHIGAN AARP Chapter 2418meetings are held the second Wednesday of everymonth at the United Methodist Church on ChestnutStreet in Reed City. The meeting starts at 12 p.m. with apotluck lunch and programs begin at 1 p.m.March 14- Representative from the Reed City Library

April 11- Representative from the MSU ExtensionMay 9- Representative fro the Reed City Chamber ofCommerceJune 13- Representative from the Osceola County ClerksOffice (concentration on the up coming voting ballot)

July 11- Representative from the Osceola CountyCommunity FoundationAugust 8- Representative from the Family-Farm & HomeStore in Reed CitySeptember 12- Representative from Spectrum HealthReed City CampusOctober 10- Representative from the Reed City FoodPantryNovember 14- Representative from the Mecosta/Osceola Transit AuthorityDecember 12- Christmas program

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16

REED CITY MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION FOODPANTRY, (every Tuesday & Thursday) 1-4p.m. atSt. Philip Neri Church. Call (231)832-2624 for moreinformation.

FATHERS PROGRAM, (third Thursday of each month),at Baldwin Family Health Care Conference Room. Formore information contact Dave, call (231)745-2000 ext.16.

T.O.P.S. 1541 MEETING, weigh-in 8:15-9:15a.m.,meeting at 9:30a.m. at Evart United Methodist Church.For more information call(231)734-5752.

T.O.P.S. 1390 MEETING, weigh-in 6:10 p.m., meetingat 6:35 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, Evart, corneof Third and Oak. For more information, call Joanne a(231)743-2232 or Terri at (231)920-3014.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING, 1p.m. aEvart United Methodist Church.

SHEPHERDS TABLE, 5:30-6:30p.m. at Reed CitChurch of the Nazarene, 5300 220th Ave., Reed City.

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

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

THE CHIEF OSCEOLA WOOD CARVERS will bemeeting at the Osceola County Fairgrounds in Evarevery Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon at the communitbuilding. Anyone interested to learn wood carving iwelcome, there is no cost. It is also the meal site for theCommission on Aging and their Thursday dinner is anoon. For more information on carving call 734-5125 o734-9131. Information on COA dinner reservations call734-6005.

WEIGHT WATCHERS MEETS every Thursday eveningat the Assembly of God Church in Big Rapids. Weigh-inat 6:00 p.m., meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.

REED CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK CLUB meet

every third Thursday of the month.

EVART CAR CLUB meets the second Thursday of evermonth at the Evart Moose at 7p.m.


~MARCH 1AN AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE will beheld Thursday, March 1 at the Trinity Lutheran Church,19778 US-10, Reed City from 12 to 5:45 p.m.

FRIDAY

, FEBRUARY 17

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

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

PEDRO, 1 p.m. at the Reed City Senior Center, 219 EasTodd Street.

EVERY FRIDAY Fish or Shrimp dinner from 5 to 8p.m.Moose Lodge No. 2452 located at 8400 US-10 in Evart.For more information call (231)734-6181

BINGO EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at LeRoy VFW Pos#10770 on Mackinaw Trail next to Citizens Bank. Earlbirds starts at 6p.m. Concession stand is open.

SENIOR MEALS ARE being provided in Tustin on

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Locationis at Boomers Ronevous (formerly the Sportsman Club)on 213 Nielson St. There is entertainment after lunch.For information call 231-734-6005.

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

PLEASE NOTE DEADLINE FOR EVENTS TO BETURNED IN FOR NEXT PUBLICATION.Send all upcoming events no later than WEDNESDANOON to:

The Tri-CountyYvonne Morneau211 W. Upton, Suit BReed City, MI 49677Phone: (231)832-5566 or (231)592-8344Fax: (231)832-5558


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2 BEDROOM MOBILE, gas, water,garbage included $550/month, you payelectric. Located 2 miles from Evart.Security deposit, references required.No pets. Call (231)250-0737.

WE HAVE CLEAN PLACES TO LIVE-Apts. and houses in and around BigRapids. No Pets. Sec. Dep. required.

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JAMES MANOR SENIOR ApartmentCommunity in Reed City is now accept-ing applications for immediate occupan-cy of our beautiful 1 bedroom apart-ments, spacious living rooms, lots ofstorage, neutral decor, on-site laundry, withgreat community activities. Free Heat,must be 62 years or older, or dis-abled/handicapped Rent based onincome beginning at only $445.00 month-ly. Barrier free and waiting list available.Please call us today at (231)680-4048 or

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EVENTS BEGINNING FEBRUARY 11, 2012M

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PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL

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[email protected]

SATURDAY, FEB. 11

The Card Wildlife Center is open from 9 a.m. to

5 p.m.

The Mecosta County Rod and Gun Club holdstrap and sporting clay shoots. Trap shoots start at10 a.m. and sporting clays start at 1 p.m. No newrounds started after 3:30 p.m. The club is locatedfour miles west of Mecosta on M-20. Information:Dick Smith, (231) 972-7726; www.mecostacounty-rodandgunclub.org.

Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 a.m.to 1 p.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. FourthAve., behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.

Mecosta County Historical Museum is closed forthe season. For personal or special tours, FreddaHankes, (231) 796-0368; Judy Irvin, (231) 796-8993.

Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m. to12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third AvenueMethodist Church in Big Rapids. All are welcomeand the healthy lunch is free.

Narcotics Anonymous meets at 10 a.m. at St.Pauls Campus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in BigRapids. Information: (800) 230-4085.

Karaoke provided by Kellys Red Hot Karaokestarts at 10 p.m. at the Odyssey Club, 13460Northland Drive, Big Rapids. Information: Fridayor Saturday after 9 p.m., Rudy, (231) 796-6007.

The Old Fence Rider Historical Museum is openfrom 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 222 S. Sheldon St.,Edmore. For group scheduling: Carolyn Leonard,(989) 506-2634; Art Schiutema, (989) 427-1023.Information: www.EdmoreChamber.com.

Free meal at 12:30 p.m. at the Seventh DayAdventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave. in Big Rapids.Information: (231) 796-0771.

Healthy cooking classes from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at theSeventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 Rose Ave.in Big Rapids. Information: (231) 796-0771.

Recycling for Morton and Austin township resi-dents from 9 a.m. to noon at the Canadian Lakes

Fire/Rescue Station located at 8260 100th Ave.,Stanwood. Information: (231) 972-7138.

Zumbatomic is Zumba for Kids, a Lil Starz classfor children ages 4 to 7 will be offered from 10to 10:45 a.m.; a Big Starz class is offered forchildren ages 8 to 12 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. at St.Andrews Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 323 StateSt. in Big Rapids. Cost: $4 per child, per class; $2per sibling. Information: Bethany Ciemnicki, (734)626-9633.

Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets atnoon at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Infor-mation: Darwin T., (231) 796-8956.

Wheatland Township Library Board meets at 7:30a.m.

Help add to our historical collection of family histo-ries in and around the Mecosta County area. TheMecosta County Genealogical Society is openfrom 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accept donations of oldphotos, genealogies, maps, funeral cards, obitsand any historical papersthat relate to families ortowns in Mecosta County.If you would just like toshare them, we will have copies and scannersready. We are located at 424 N. Fourth Ave., nextto Recycle, Inc. Information: Maureen, (231) 250-5555. Refreshments will be served.

SUNDAY, FEB. 12

Alcoholics Anonymous Old Jail House Groupmeets at 7 p.m. at 220 S. Stewart Ave. Call Dar-

win T. at (231) 796-8956.

Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St.Michaels School in Remus. For more information

call Brad B. (989) 644-6911or Mike or Cindy H. at(989) 967-8478.

Sunday Singles Dance is from 7 to 11 p.m. in thenewly remodeled room at the Goodyear Lanesand Lounge, located at the corner of M-55 andOld 27, Houghton Lake. Please enter through thedoor facing Old 27. Its a great place to meet othersingles and enjoy an evening of dancing to yourfavorite music provided by Bernadette Morley ofBest Entertainment. Call (989) 539-5406 if youhave any questions.

Alanon meets at 7 p.m. at the Old Jail in Big Rap-ids; it is a support group for families and friends ofalcoholics.

Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at Im-manuel Lutheran Church, 726 Fuller Ave. in BigRapids.

All-you-can-eat breakfast is from 8 to 11 a.m. atAMVETS Red Arrow Post 1941 in Big Rapids;cost is $6, sponsored by the AMVETS LadiesAuxiliary.

All you can eat breakfast buffet hosted by theReed City Women of the Moose costs $5.Proceeds go to help different charitable organiza-tions.

MONDAY, FEB. 13 __________Enhanced Fitness is at 8:30 a.m. at the MecostaCounty Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta.Information: (231) 972-2884.

Advanced line dance instruction is at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thAve., Mecosta. Information: (231) 972-2884.

Bridge is at 12:45 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Infor-mation: (231) 972-2884.

Schizophrenia Anonymous meets from 10:30to 11:30 a.m. at Community Mental Health, 500S. Third Ave., Big Rapids. Information: Mike B.,(231) 592-4654; (231) 796-3553.

Euchre is from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Parkview highrise in Big Rapids. Information: (231) 796-4993.

The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to5 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, meets 8p.m. at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Contact:(800) 367-6788.

Recycle! of Mecosta County is open from 9 to 11a.m. Recycle! is located at 424 N. Fourth Ave.,behind Eastwood Early Childhood Center.

Divorce Care meetings are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.at New Hope United Methodist Church, 7296Nine Mile Road in Mecosta. Information: SharonGray, (231) 598-0337; New Hope Church, (231)972-2838.

Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. atthe Eagles, 18361 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids.Information: (231) 972-2884.

St. Vincent de Paul clothing store is open fromnoon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St., Big Rapids.Womens skirts and slacks are on sale for 50cents all month. Information: (231) 796-1571.

Line Dance Instruction from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in

the back banquet room at Schmidtys Lounge inEvart. Beginner-intermediate level taught. Infor-mation: Sandee Lee, (231) 832-3493.

Partner Dance Lessons from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. inthe back banquet room at Schmidtys Lounge inEvart. Partner and couples dances will be taught.

Information: Sandee Lee, (231) 832-3493.

Woodwackers of Big Rapids (members of theMichigan Wood Carvers Association) meets from7 to 9 p.m. Beginners to master carvers welcome.Contact: Bob, (231) 796-6448; Bette, (231) 796-0334.

Line dancing - beginners - is from 6:30 to 8 p.m.for a donation at the Chippewa Lake CommunityBuilding, corner of 105th and 19 Mile Road inChippewa Lake. Information: Elma, (231) 867-3426.

Living On Grief Support Group meets at 9 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80th

Ave., Mecosta. Information, (231) 972-2884.

The Big Rapids Lions Club will be meeting at theGate at 6:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, FEB. 14 __________

Big Rapids Rotary Club meets at noon at theFalcon Head Golf Course.

Beginning line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m. atthe Mecosta County Senior Center, 12954 80thAve., Mecosta. Information: (231) 972-2884.

Alcoholic Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St.

Michaels School in Remus. Information: Brad B.,(989) 644-6911; Mike or Cindy H., (989) 967-8478.

Tai Chi at 8:30 a.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Information:(231) 972-2884.

Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Information:(231) 972-2884.

Card recycling at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta CountySenior Center, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Infor-mation: (231) 972-2884.

Theology at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Information:(231) 972-2884.

TOPS No. 1189 meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.at First Baptist Church, 200 S. Stewart Ave., BigRapids. Information: (231) 796-6271.

The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m. to5 p.m.

Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. at St.Pauls Campus Parish, 1 Damascus Road in BigRapids. Information: (800) 230-4085.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 8 p.m. at St.Philip Neri Catholic Church in Reed City. Informa-

tion: (800) 367-6788.

Gods Kitchen is a free meal from 5:30 to 6:30p.m. at St. Mary Parish Center, 919 Marion Ave.,Big Rapids. Everyone is welcome. Information:parish office, (231) 796-5202.

Alanon meets at 8 p.m. at St. Philip Neri CatholicChurch in Reed City; it is a support group forfamilies and friends of alcoholics.

St. Vincent de Paul clothing store is open fromnoon to 4:30 p.m. at 102 Williams St., Big Rapids.Womens skirts and slacks are on sale for 50cents all month. Information: (231) 796-1571.

Clothing and Food Pantry open from 12 to 4 p.m.at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1031 RoseAve. in Big Rapids. Donations are accepted.


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Information: (231) 796-0771.

Crossroads Harmony Chorus of Sweet Ade-lines International meet at 6 p.m. at the United

Methodist Church, 503 S. Chestnut St., ReedCity. Information: Diwon, (231) 592-5328.

Woodwackers of Big Rapids (members of theMichigan Wood Carvers Association) meetsfrom 1 to 3 p.m. Beginners to master carverswelcome. Information: Bob, (231) 796-6448;Bette, (231) 796-0334.

Couples/Partner Dance Instruction Class at6 p.m. at the Norman Elementary schoolCafeteria in Reed City, Two-Step, Swingand many others will be taught. Information:Sandee Lee, (231) 832-3493.

Line Dance Class Instruction from 7:15 to

8:30 p.m. at the Norman Elementary SchoolCafeteria in Reed City Beginner to Intermedi-ate dances will be taught. Information: SandeeLee, (231) 832-3493.

Drug take-back event for unused, unwanted orexpired medications from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. inthe Mecosta County Medical Center lobby.

Blood pressure/glucose testing by Metrontakes place at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Informa-tion: (231) 972-2884.

Alzheimers support group, hosted by theAlzheimers Association, Greater MichiganChapter, meets from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at MecostaCounty Medical Center, Administrative Confer-ence Room 2 in Big Rapids. Help line: (800)272-3900.

Caregivers support group, 2 to 4 p.m. secondand fourth Tuesdays of the month at Reed CityPublic Library community room. Information:(231) 832-2131 .

Disabled American Veterans Chapter 18meets at 6:30 p.m. at the DAV building, 402 N.Michigan Ave., Big Rapids.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 15 ______

Enhanced Fitness at 8:30 a.m. at the MecostaCounty Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave.,Mecosta. Information: (231) 972-2884.

Advanced line dance instruction at 9:30 a.m.at the Mecosta County Senior Center, 1295480th Ave., Mecosta. Information: (231) 972-2884.

Euchre at 1 p.m. at the Mecosta County SeniorCenter, 12954 80th Ave., Mecosta. Informa-tion: (231) 972-2884.

The Card Wildlife Center is open from 8 a.m.to 5 p.m.

Library preschool story hour meets at 10:30a.m. at Big Rapids Community Library. Opento the public.

Alcoholics Anonymous, campus group, 8 p.m.at St. Paul Catholic Campus Parish. Informa-tion: Steve, (231) 580-6452.

Community Lunch program is from 11:30 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. in the basement of the Third Av-enue Methodist Church in Big Rapids. Comefor fellowship, come for food. All are welcomeand the healthy lunch is free.

The Big Rapids Dharma Study Group meet at7 p.m. at 315 Marion Ave., in Big Rapids. The

group is under the direction of Michael andMargaret Erlewine. Beginning students arewelcome.

Enhanced Fitness is from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. atthe Eagles, 18361 16 Mil

Tri County News Shopper, February 13, 2012

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