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COMMUNITY

April 13, 2019

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

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Phone (269) 694-9431

Annual COMMUNITY

Wednesday, April 17 • 9:30am

LENTEN BREAKFAST

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

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

Worship First Congregational Church of Otsego Pastor Darin Youngs

Easter Sunday, April 21 9:00am - Easter Breakfast 9:45am - Kids Easter Egg Hunt 10:40am - Resurrection Sunday Service

Fax (269) 694-9145

Guest Speaker: Nyla Merrill

223 E. Allegan Street, Otsego Call the church for reservations: 269-694-2939

April 19th 7:00pm

First Baptist Church of Plainwell

404 W. Bridge St., Plainwell

Scripture readings, worship music and communion

Otsego Church of God

Peace Lutheran Church

Easter Sunday, April 21 8:00am Easter Service 8:45am Easter Breakfast 10:30am Easter Worship Service

Easter Sunday, April 21

Pastor Stephen Burrow

Pastor Nathaniel Timmerman

7:00am & 10:00am - Easter Services 8:00am - Breakfast 11:00am - Easter Egg Hunt

112 Kalamazoo St., Otsego (269)694-9481 www.otsegocog.com

805 S. Wilmott St., Otsego (269)694-6104 www.peaceotsego.com

First Baptist Church of Plainwell

Hope Lutheran Church

We Invite You to Join Us as We Celebrate and Worship Our Risen Savior!

Holy Week

FaithWay Church

120 W Morrell St, Otsego (269)694-6085 www.otsegocongregational.org

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Pastor George Osborn

Easter Service: - Sunday, April 21, 10:45am 404 W. Bridge St., Plainwell (269)685-8888 www.fbcplainwell.org

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Otsego United Methodist Church

Community Good Friday Service

Easter Services

All WOMEN are INVITED!

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Maundy Thursday Service: April 18, 7:00pm Good Friday Service: April 19, 7:00pm Easter Vigil Service: April 20, 4:00pm Easter Sunday: April 21

8:00am & 10:30am - Easter Services 9:15am - Easter Potluck Brunch

290 12th St., Plainwell, MI (269)685-1348 www.hopeplainwell.org

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Friendship Wesleyan Church Pastor Kevin Smith

Easter Sunday, April 21 “Where the impossible is made possible.” 9:00am & 11:00am - Easter Services 8:30am-10:45am - Waffle Breakfast 10:05am - Easter Kidz Fest

1285 102nd Ave., Plainwell (269)685-9491 www.friendshipwesleyan.org

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First Baptist Church of Otsego Pastor Paul Laborde

Good Friday Service: April 19, 6:30pm Easter Celebration: Sunday, April 21 9:15am - Graveyard Service at Mt. Home Cemetery (680 N. Farmer, Otsego) 9:45am - Breakfast at Church (gym) 10:45am - Easter Cantata 247 E. Allegan St., Otsego (269)694-4160 www.fbcotsego.org

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Pastor Anthony Dear Good FridayService: April 19, 6:30pm Easter Sunday Service: April 21, 10:00am

Plainwell Community Center 798 E. Bridge St., Plainwell Facebook @NewFaithWayChurch

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First Presbyterian Church of Plainwell Services by Pastor David Youngs

Holy Week Services:

Maundy Thursday Dinner and Service: April 18, 6:30pm

Easter Sunrise Service: April 21, 9:00am followed by a potluck breakfast

Easter Sunday Service: April 21, 10:30am

303 E. Bridge St., Plainwell (269)685-5990 www.fpcplainwell.com

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St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Maundy Thursday: April 18, 7:00pm Eucharist and Foot Washing

Friday, April 19: 7:00pm Stations of the Cross

Easter Day Eucharist: Sunday, April 21, 10:00am

309 Union St., Plainwell (269)685-8230 www.episcopalplainwell.org /st-stephens

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Services Handyman by PGM - Power wash your deck, house, boat. Yard clean up including brush hauled away. Gutter clearning, window and screen cleaning. If I can help, please call me to get on my schedule. (269)873-8441 Independent Lawn Care - Spring cleanup & mowing, free estimates, fully insured. Call Earl (269)492-4036 or Dean (269)484-4365.

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Rogers Plumbing, Heating & A/C Service, Inc. Serving this area since 1966, licensed Martin Transmission- Not just transmisand insured. Call the company that’s local & sions. We offer full service auto repair. Loexperienced. 269-694-4673, 269-217-5454 cally owned & operated for over 17 years. Free quotes. 565 Lincoln Rd. (M-89), Otsego. Repair Specialist for all your home mainte(269)694-5500. nance including Siding, Windows, Plumbing and Roofing. Call Brad 269-207-5691

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COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...April 13, 2019....Phone 694-9431

Wills & Trusts/Estate Planning doesn’t have to be expensive. Call Champion Law Office at (269)685-9220 Built Best Barns Michigan's Largest Pole Barn Company Best Quality, Best Service, Order Now for Spring Delivery at Winter PricesLicense/Insured 1-877-802-9591 (Office) 989-205-2534 (Cell)

We buy & sell manufactured homes in parks & on land. Wolf Lake Homes Sales LLC. Call Carol @ 269-217-2133 or Dave Walker @ 269-365-8310

Fill your propane tanks here year round! Lowest price in town! 20 lb. only $14.99 out the door! Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, 269.685.8781 or www.qualityproductsplainwell.com We buy houses! Cash for your home, any condition. Call Brad Boone (269)207-5691 It’s Time For Spring Cleanup! Residential or commercial. Landscaping projects, free estiGarage Sales mates, licensed & insured. Call MnS Lawn Care Services (269)692-3003, www.mnslawncare.com. Moving/Garage Sale! Thurs., April 18 and Fri., April 19. 8882 Macywood Ln., Richland. West Michigan Glass Concepts, LLC, 116 E. Furniture, lamps, vacuum cleaners, small Allegan St., Otsego. 269-762-3480. For all flatscreen TV, small appliances, wood ladyour glass needs, same day glass replace- ders, many household items. ment! www.samedaywindowrepair.com Huge Annual Rummage Sale! Friday, April Quality Clock Repair. House calls on Grand- 26, 9am-3pm. Otsego United Methodist father clocks, free pickup & delivery of all Church, 223 E. Allegan St. (M-89), Otsego. Lots of goodies!! others. Call Andrew Dirkse (616)990-8885.

Pole Buildings: 24x24x8 $7,895; 30x40x10 $11,955. Built year-round! All sizes, options available! Financing Available! Credit scores approved as low as 580, call C.L. Kruithoff Building Company, Direct Mortgage Investors at 269-209-2229. Licensed/insured. www.pole-barns.com NMLS#1559635 (269)217-3850 Plumbing & Heating repairs and service. Steve's Excavation: Basements; driveways; Same day service on any make or model of sand, gravel, topsoil delivered; land clearing; equipment. Great Lakes Plumbing & Heating private roads; demolition; bobcat service, all (269)673-6000 or (269)349-1644. excavating needs. Call (269)672–5826, (269)694-4101. Whether You Are Looking for a new or used camping trailer, a new or used lawn Auto Repair, Small Engine Repair, Equip- mower or tractor, chain saw, weed eater or ment, Party & Wedding Rentals, Propane, blower, or parts and service for all of the Storage Units. Call A-1 Rental 269-685-9525, above Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plaina1-rental.com, 8am-5pm M-F, 8am-12pm well is your one stop shop. 269-685-8781 or Sat. www.qualityproductsplainwell.com

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Real Estate For Sale Commercial - Plainwell. 2,000 sq. ft. heated service garage with hoist, 350 sq. ft. office & 3/4 bath and storage in basement & attic. Located @ 569 10th St. on 0.7 acres, Gun Plain Township, zoned C-2. Currently used for Car Dealership & Tire Sales. Price $149,900 call Doug at (269)501-5763

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Pets & Supplies Coming Soon: AKC-Reg Black Lab Gundog Pups. Bred for upland & waterfowl hunting. 20+ years of raising & training the American Lab. For more info, 269-330-4456 Missing Female Calico Cat. Last seen at M-89 end of 106th area in Otsego. Call 269-694-1185.

Miscellaneous

Vacation Cabins for rent in Canada. Fish for abundant Walleye, Perch, Northern Pike. Huge Moving Sale 4+ families - 133 West Boats, motors, gasoline included. For free call Hugh 1-800-426-2550 St. Plainwell. Wed-Fri April 17-19 from 9-5. brochure www.canadianfishing.com Rain or shine! Lots of crafty stuff. Tons of 0-14 girls clothes. Men's clothes up to 2x. Need a Website? It’s so affordable at $399 Women's clothes up to 3x. Winter wear and plus $35/mth. hosting fee. Get a professional coats. Tools, fishing/hunting gear. website for less. We design it, you can update Books/mags. VHS/DVDs/CDs. Dishes/glass- it. Easily post pictures, videos, coupons, flyware. Misc. knick knacks. Linens/bedding. ers and so much more and you can do it

Self-inking Stamps, Rubber Stamps, signature stamps, date stamps, notary stamps...you name it, we can get it for you! Call us at the Shoppers Guide (269)694-9431 or stop in at 117 N. Farmer St. and we'll get that business or personal stamp set for you! Professional and easy to use at great prices.

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Driving Routes Open! Approx. 3-5 hrs/wk. Delivery is done between 8:30am Friday and noon Saturday. Most routes are $160$250/mo ($40-$50/wk). Driving routes require reliable vehicle and someone to help deliver papers. Apply online at communityshoppersguide.net or in person at Community Shoppers Guide - 117 N. Farmer St. Downtown Otsego. Need working phone. Viagra and Cialis Users! 100 Generic Pills Special $99.00 Free Shipping! 100% guaranteed. 24/7 Call now! 888-835-7273 Hablamos Espanol Walking Route Open. Approx. 2-3 hrs/wk. Papers are to be delivered between 8:30am Friday and noon Saturday. Route pays $80/mo ($20/wk). Apply online at communityshoppersguide.net or in person at Community Shoppers Guide. If you haven’t applied in the last 60 days, please reapply. 117 N. Farmer St. Downtown Otsego. Need working phone. Walking Route Open. Approx. 2-3 hrs/wk. Papers are to be delivered between 8:30am Friday and noon Saturday. Route pays $80/mo ($20/wk). Apply online at communityshoppersguide.net or in person at Community Shoppers Guide. If you haven’t applied in the last 60 days, please reapply. 117 N. Farmer St. Downtown Otsego. Need working phone. DIRECTV Now. No Satellite Needed. $40/month. 65 Channels. Stream Breaking News, Live Events, Sports & On Demand Titles. No Annual Contract. No Commitment. Call 1-833-7716-0515

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Questions? Call the Main Street Office at: (269)692-2336 Mention To Your Local Business that you saw their ad in the Shoppers Guide. Donate Your Car to charity. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not. All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-413-9672 Medicare Supplements! Low Cost: Call Sherry at Ken Bleeker Insurance. No obligation quotes. 269.672.5228

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122 N. Main • Downtown Plainwell • Behind Hart’s Jewelry DIRECTV & AT&T 155 Channels & 1000s of shows/movies on demand (w/select package.) AT&T internet 99 percent reliability. Unlimited texts to 120 countries w/AT&T wireless. Call 4 Free Quote - 1-88-351-0154. Chainsaw Chains/Bars & Chain Sharpening available @ Quality Products, 277 12th St., Plainwell, (269)685-8781. Driving Routes Open! Approx. 3-5 hrs/wk. Delivery is done between 8:30am Friday and noon Saturday. Most routes are $160$250/mo ($40-$50/wk). Driving routes require reliable vehicle and someone to help deliver papers. Apply online at communityshoppersguide.net or in person at Community Shoppers Guide - 117 N. Farmer St. Downtown Otsego. Need working phone.

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Walking Route Open. Approx. 2-3 hrs/wk. Papers are to be delivered between 8:30am Friday and noon Saturday. Route pays $80/mo ($20/wk). Apply online at communityshoppersguide.net or in person at ComAdjustable Bed Brand New with Imcomfort It’s Time For Spring Cleanup! Residential or gel memory foam mattress. Retail Cost munity Shoppers Guide. If you haven’t apcommercial. Landscaping projects, free esti- $3,995.00, sacrifice for $575.00. Call for plied in the last 60 days, please reapply. 117 N. Farmer St. Downtown Otsego. Need mates, licensed & insured. Call MnS Lawn showing or delivery: 989-615-2951. working phone. Care Services (269)692-3003, www.mnslawncare.com. Driving Routes Open! Approx. 3-5 hrs/wk. Schanz Supply (269)692-2897, Otsego. Get Tax Help Now! Are you behind $10k or Delivery is done between 8:30am Friday and Guns, ammo, archery and hunting supplies. more on your taxes? Stop wage & bank lev- noon Saturday. Most routes are $160- Our prices can’t be beat! ies, liens & audits, unfiled tax returns, payroll $250/mo ($40-$50/wk). Driving routes reissues, & resolve tax debt FAST. Call Now! quire reliable vehicle and someone to help Ted’s Appliance - Sales, service, parts for deliver papers. Apply online at community- most major appliances. Same day, next day 855-980-4592 shoppersguide.net or in person at Commu- service calls. 18 month guarantee on appliIf you would like to restripe your parking nity Shoppers Guide - 117 N. Farmer St. ances. 2425 E. Cork St., Kalamazoo (269)382-1540 lot, basketball court , play area, give us a Downtown Otsego. Need working phone. call. Trans American Striping 269-207-2267 Plumbing & Heating repairs and service. Same day service on any make or model of equipment. Great Lakes Plumbing & Heating (269)673-6000 or (269)349-1644.

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• You make changes to outdoor space: The same is true with any remodeling to your outdoor space. The addition of an inground pool or fence can add value to your home. There are also liability concerns associated with certain equipment, such as a swimming pool or trampoline. Unfortunately, at least 148 children drowned in swimming pools last summer and many more were injured, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. You’ll

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Quick and simple ways to make a front door pop Visitors’ impressions of a home are often dictated by the home’s entryway. Must as one may judge a book by its cover, the same can be said about the impression that a front door and entryway can create, regardless of how accurate that impression is. Making certain changes to an entryway can go a long way toward improving curb appeal. Entryways also can set the scene for a home’s interior. Whether one chooses to be classic or bold, modern or traditional, there are various ways to quickly transform a home’s entryway. • Bold front door color: Color can dramatically enhance an entryway. Painting an existing door or replacing it with a more vivid option can do the trick. The DIY Network says certain colors stand out as favorites. These

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When It Can Be Smart to Hire a Painting Pro interior and exterior surfaces, they understand which techniques can improve efficiency. That means a professional job can typically be completed much more quickly than a DIY project.

Few things can revitalize a home more readily than a fresh coat of paint.

Even though some people think they’ll save money by painting their own homes, that’s not necessarily true. Professionals already have all the equipment necessary, unlike novices who may need to make repeated and potentially costly trips to the hardware store for supplies. Plus, if mistakes happen, DIYers have to spend additional time and money fixing them.

Thanks in part to the affordability of paint and its ease of application, painting is something that even novice DIYers can typically handle. According to the marketing advice guru Brandon Gaille, it is estimated that residential interior paint only lasts around three years before it needs to be updated. Exterior paint can fade, chip and peel due to various environmental factors. As a result, many homes can likely use a fresh coat of paint in at least one room. As DIY-friendly as painting can be, when attempting to paint the interior or exterior of their homes, homeowners may learn that some painting projects are best left to the professionals. Painting requires skill, patience and a knowledge of how various paints — including finishes for particular applications — will hold up. Novice painters may do more harm

than good by dripping paint on expensive carpeting or floors or fail to recognize the nuances that indicate a spot-on painting job. Professional painters have spent hours upon hours learning the ropes of what works — and what does not. Painters often understand that

painstaking preparatory work is crucial to getting pristine finished results. Walls and ceilings must be properly repaired and prepared even before a base coat is applied. Professional painters also have an eye for details. And because professional painters make a business out of doing

Safety can be a large motivator for turning painting over to a pro. Navigating exterior areas or tall interior ceilings can be challenging and may require scaffolding or tall ladders DIYers do not have. Risk of falls or other injuries increase with lack of experience. Painting can give a home a facelift, and oftentimes it is smart to turn the work over to professionals to ensure the job is done just right.

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Custom-built decks can expand usable outdoor entertaining spaces. Decks can surround pools and create outdoor patio areas that make it easy to establish multitiered living spaces, improving the functionality of outdoor areas. Certain deck trends have emerged as industry experts’ top picks for the upcoming remodeling and renovation season. For those thinking of revamping an existing deck, or building an entirely new one, these trends are on point. • Established perimeters: “Picture framingâ€? is not a new trend, but one that has taken greater hold in recent years. The term refers to aesthetically appealing designs that conceal the ends of deck boards for a clean finish. Some designs feature contrasting material colors on the ends for even more impact. This helps create refined perimeters for a polished look. • Roof-top decking: Urban areas also can benefit from decking to create usable outdoor spaces. In fact, many

new condominium and townhouse communities are incorporating roof-top decks into their designs, particularly in communities with water views or other impressive vistas. HGTV experts suggest roof-top decks feature light-colored materials and fixtures to help keep the area cool even in direct sunlight. • Distressed hardwood: Builder and Developer, a management resource for professional homebuilders, says that the trend for using distressed hardwoods at home has migrated outside. Some decking manufacturers have recently introduced lowmaintenance composite deck boards that mimic the look and feel of distressed, rustic hardwood flooring. This weathered appearance gives the look of age without the upkeep of real aged wood.

• Mixed materials: Homeowners may be inspired by commercial eateries, breweries and urban markets in their exterior design choices. Decks featuring composite materials and aluminum railings blend sophistication, urban appeal and comfort.

• Wooden walkways: Decking can be the more traditional design people envision with a patio table or outdoor furniture. But it also can consist of wooden walkways or a low-laying patio to accentuate the yard.

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How to Identify Poison Ivy Poison ivy is an unwelcome guest on many properties. Unfortunately, many people don’t recognize the presence of poison ivy on their property until it’s too late and they’ve already fallen victim to the uncomfortable, itchy red rash that is the plant’s hallmark.

appears as a shrub. And despite its name, Eastern Poison Ivy grows from the east coast to the midwest, affecting people in middle American states like Kansas and Nebraska. Eastern Poison Ivy also can be found in some parts of Texas and Arizona.

According to www.Poison-Ivy.org, a website providing information about poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac, the rash from poison ivy may first appear as just a slight itchy spot. But that spot will gradually get worse and can even cover your entire body with giant red sores if left untreated or if it goes undetected for too long. That only highlights the importance of learning to recognize poison ivy on a property and taking the appropriate measures to prevent anyone from coming into contact with it.

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Is all poison ivy the same? Many people may be surprised to learn that all poison ivy plants are not one and the same. Poison-Ivy.org notes that there are different types of poison ivy in different places, so curious homeowners should visit the site to determine how to identify the type of poison ivy specific to where they live. Eastern Poison Ivy grows on the ground, climbs and sometimes

Eastern Poison Ivy is the most widespread poison ivy plant, and these are some of its characteristics. (Note: People who live outside of regions where Eastern Poison Ivy grows can learn about the characteristics of plants in their area by visiting www.PoisonIvy.org). • Poison ivy plants always have leaves of three. No poison ivy plants have more than three leaves. • Poison ivy always grow left, then right. Learn the telltale signs of the poison ivy plant. That means that the stem/branch of leaves closest to the root of the plant green leaves will look as if they were will always lean left. Subsequent never saw-toothed or scalloped. brushed with red, with some leaves stems/branches of leaves can lean right. • Poison ivy leaves will appear featuring patches or spots of red. Stems/branches of poison ivy leaves are differently depending on the season. In never side by side. spring, Eastern Poison Ivy leaves will The poison ivy rash can be very appear red. As spring turns into uncomfortable. Learning to identify • Poison ivy plants never have thorns. summer, the leaves will gradually poison ivy plants can help people avoid • The edges of poison ivy leaves are appear more green. Come fall, the the rash.

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Create A Safe, Tick-Free Zone In Your Yard Despite their diminutive stature, ticks are a big concern for people, particularly those with pets. As the weather warms, ticks are out looking for a host to climb on and get a blood meal. Ticks are a significant concern because they can be infected with bacteria, viruses or parasites, says the Centers for Disease Control

and Prevention. Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, tularemia, and babesiosis are just a few of the many tickborne diseases. These pathogens can be passed to humans and pets via the bite of infected ticks.

lower 48 states, according to the CDC. In addition, researchers at Cornell University identified 26 species of ticks along the East Coast alone. Preventing tick bites has never been more important. The process starts right in one’s own backyard.

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Community Page

Spaghetti Dinner and AUCTION

shoppersguide@sbcglobal.net or (269) 694-9431

Golden iversary Ann Happy 50th

Tim & Marcia Quigley 4/18/69

Love from all your family and friends

To a fun guy!

Happy

16th Mason Birthday

April 15th, 2019

Play Softball and Help A Senior! The Otsego Softball Alumni Reunion invites ALL past OHS softball players and coaches to attend the Varsity home game vs. Allegan on May 17 ($20) and attend or play in the Alumni vs. Alumni game on May 18 ($25). Funds raised go toward a scholarship for an Otsego senior! Contact Tera Kinnane (269)217-8384.

The City of

Plainwell

INVITES YOU TO CELEBRATE WITH US

ARBOR DAY 2019

Love you, Mimi & Papa McConney

Plainwell-Based Institute establishes community library in Nigeria. LEMA (Leadership Education Mission for Africa) is headed up by Rev. Joshua Amaezechi, Lead Chaplain at the Kalamazoo County Jail. You can help by donating middle school/high school level science and trade books or donating money ($10 buys one book). For more info: bookdrive@lemainstitute.orgTo donate: www.lemainstitute.org/donate Thank you!!

Friday, April 26 at 12:30pm

HISTORICAL

at the DOG PARK in Cook Park

This year’s tree will be dedicated

In honor of

for her 30 years on the Planning Commission

DIANA LUBIC

HAPPENINGS

“Michigan’s Haunted Lighthouses”

Dianna Higgs Stampfler, CEO of PROMOTE MICHIGAN returns to speak about her first book. The book will be available to purchase for $20.00 3rd Thursday of the Month This Time!

PLAINWELL HIGH SCHOOL CHOIR will perform an Arbor Day program. Seedlings will be handed out following the ceremony.

Thursday, April 18, 7:02 p.m.

www.plainwell.org • 269-685-6821

SEE YOU THERE!

FREE! COMMUNITY SHRED EVENT! Purge your papers and protect your identity!

352 12th St., Plainwell Saturday, May 11th 10am-1pm

Fireside Financial Partners

WEST MICHIGAN CHIROPRACTIC HEALTH CENTER ______________________ Dr. Eric Russell

Community

Shoppers Guide

All proceeds go to Missions

OTSEGO CHURCH OF GOD 112 Kalamazoo St., Otsego

Spring Book Sale! Otsego Library, April 25 - April27. 3/$1.00, Book Donations needed. Dollar a bag day - Saturday, April 27.

269-694-9481

HELP

Support The Arts With Your Vote @ Midway Chevrolet. Come on in & vote for your favorite pieces of art drawn by the middle schoolers from Otsego schools voting ends May 18th, 2019! 1st, 2nd & 3rd place prizes & the public decides the winner by popular vote!

STUFF the BUS Friday & Saturday April 19 & 20 • 9am-5pm

in Plainwell

Otsego vs. Plainwell Food Fight

While you shop, pick up an extra item or two for the big yellow school bus that will be parked at Hardings. Volunteers will be present to accept donations.

is coming ..... May 2019! More details coming!!! www.otsegomainstreet.org

Let’s stuff the Christian Neighbors’ food pantry.

282 12th Street, Plainwell • 685-4166 Thank You Plainwell Community Schools for the buses!

Inside Otsego Historical Museum

218 N. Farmer St., Otsego

Joel Saukas - Executive Director (269) 692-2336 email: jsaukas@cityofotsego.org

cell (616) 502-3682

Easter Basket

Where Volunteers Make It Happen.

Drawing

Kids 12 and under Must stop in to register!

Drawing 1 Girl’s Basket April 20 1 Boy’s Basket

SAVE THE DATE!

(Need not be present to win)

GUS MACKER

Otsego Gus Macker is coming back! August 24 & 25, 2019 Questions? Call the Main Street Office at: (269)692-2336

7 DAYS A WEEK! M-F, 6:30am-2pm Sat. 6:30am-12pm Sun. 7:00am-12pm

7759 Douglas Ave. Cooper Twp. (269) 383-2960

Serving Breakfast Only Sat. & Sun.

Easter Egg Hunt YOU’RE INVITED!

Drawings

Birth - 3 years Large Stuffed Animal

Saturday, April 20, 2019

MEMORIAL PARK • Otsego

4 Years - 1st Grade 16 inch Bike

Located at the corner of Dix & Farmer Street 9:30 Registration • 9:45 Easter Bunny Arrives

Egg Hunt Starts – 10:00 SHARP! Pictures with the Easter Bunny starting at 9:45

New Time!! Don’t Be Late!!

BRING cancelled checks, credit card receipts, paid invoices, bank deposit slips, bank statements, tax returns, expense records, financial statements, contracts. UNALLOWED ITEMS Binder/binder clips, cardboard, CDs/DVDs, magazines, newspaper, folders

Secured Shredding Provided by:

2nd - 3rd Grade 20 inch Bike 4th - 5th Grade 24 inch Bike

Join the fun!

THE PROGRAM IS FREE Refreshments on hand. Donations appreciated.

SPONSORED BY:

DINNER: 5:00PM AUCTION: 6:00PM

at the Otsego Musem, 218 N. Farmer Street

Plainwell is an equal opportunity employer and provider.

117 N. Farmer St., Otsego

Did you know that the Otsego Museum is available to rent for grad parties, showers, birthday parties and other like events? For more information call Nancy at 269-694-9255.

Used Books Needed! Used books needed Special Advertising Offers! Subscribe now www.communityshoppersguide.net for the Friends of the Otsego Library book at Click on the “Special Advertising Opportunisale. Drop off at the library. ties” tab to subscribe! Receive offers in your inbox!

The Otsego Area Historical Museum

Saturday, April 13

Fish Fry, Otsego V.F.W. Post 3030 Friday, April 19 - 5:00-7:00pm Public Welcome

Sponsored by: by: Otsego Otsego Rotary Rotary Club Club in in Assocation Assocation Sponsored with Otsego Otsego Community Community Education Education with

Plainwell Community

EASTER EGG HUNT Sat., April 13th • 9:30am-12noon AT HICKS PARK AGES 2-10 Registration: 9:30am

EGG HUNT STARTS AT: 10:00AM PROMPTLY! EASTER BUNNY • PETTING ZOO • SNACKS PRIZES • FIRE TRUCKS • AMBULANCE • LOTS OF FUN! MUSIC BY KLEEN SL8

COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...April 13, 2019....Phone 694-9431

Faith

Community Page

Allegan County Animal Shelter

shoppersguide@sbcglobal.net or (269) 694-9431

of the

LINK

“GLIMPSES OF GRACE”

By Rev. Dan Minor - revdminor@att.net _____________________________________ “The Visionary Apostle” “Behold, an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile” (John 1:47).

We have all known people like Nathanael. Head in the clouds, always content to live in a world of dreams and visions. He was in such a state of mind when Christ first noticed him sitting under a fig tree, a kind of private room in Palestine (John 1:48). Nathanael went from being a bigot (“Can anything good come out of Nazareth?”- John 1:46) to proclaiming Jesus as the Son of God (John 1:49). The point: Jesus changes lives! Speaking a language Nathanael would understand, Jesus talked about “Heaven opening up and angels ascending and descending around the Son of Man” (John 1:50, 51). Our vision is never higher than when we see our Lord high and lifted up.

The last time Nathanael is seen was during the postresurrection appearances of Jesus (John 21:2). In a strange kind of way, Nathanael helps us to understand the story of Palm Sunday from the backside. The story of Palm Sunday is a story of visions that clash as follows: Good Vision

Nathanael’s vision of God was “Son of God and King of Israel” (John 1:49). Jesus rode into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday as God and King in fulfillment to prophecy (Zechariah 9:9; Matthew 21:5). Is this our vision? Bad Vision

The priestly establishment in Jerusalem on Palm Sunday saw Jesus as a political symbol of an independent Palestine. The phrase “Kingdom of God” had become a slogan for Jewish nationalism. Thus, Jesus was on a collision course with history. God’s Vision

Palm Sunday was Jesus’ deliberate attempt to present Himself as God’s Messiah (King). On that special day, Jesus carried God’s vision of salvation to a broken world. As believers in Christ, we are committed to the same vision. At the end of the day, Jesus will still reign supreme! (Revelation 19:6, 7).

Francis Clinton DUNHAM

Ileta L. (Lober) MARSH

Francis Clinton Dunham passed away on April 4, 2019 while wintering in Surprise, Arizona. Fran was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on April 3, 1942, and lived in Allegan County his entire life. Fran was a 1960 graduate of Plainwell High School. He was a talented electrician and mechanic, and could fix nearly everything. He was also an avid outdoorsman, and spent many hours hunting, often with his good friend and cousin Leon Dimond. Fran put his numerous talents to use on the farm near Otsego, where he and his wife Sharon kept a large vegetable garden, as well as a number of horses, goats, pigs, chickens, an occasional steer, and a peacock named Oscar. He was a fan of car racing, and friends may remember him from the time he spent at Kalamazoo Speedway. After retiring from General Motors, Fran and Sharon enjoyed traveling, and they particularly enjoyed the southwest, where they spent many winters. Fran was preceded in death by his parents Vaughan and Elgie May (Burger) Dunham, by a daughter, Lauri Bradstreet, and by a sister, Jan Stevens. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sharon (Finch) Dunham; a son, Mark Dunham, of Kalamazoo; half-brother Gary Dunham, of Otsego; and two grandchildren, Chad Bradstreet, of Knoxville, Tennessee; and Alexandria Bradstreet, of Nashville, Tennessee; as well as many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Cremation has taken place and there will be no service. Memorials in Fran’s name may be made to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Ileta Lucille (Myers) LoberMarsh passed away peacefully in her sleep, Monday, April 8, 2019 at Life Care Center in Plainwell. She was born January 22, 1926 in Hastings Hill, West Virginia, the daughter of George and Bonnie (Horner) Myers. Ileta grew up in Hastings Hill, Pine Grove and New Martinsville, West Virginia with her four sisters, Anita, Ethel, Leanore and Leah. She married Floyd W. Lober who passed away in 1969. She resided in Martin, at the Lober’s dairy farm, Otsego, MI, then Pine Lake and then back to Otsego. On June 26, 1971 she married Leroy Marsh who passed away in 2002. Ileta had worked at Otsego High School and at a nursing home in Plainwell. She was very active with the Otsego VFW Ladies Auxiliary for over 50 years and held all of the officer posts. She enjoyed being involved with TOPS for over 30 years and was a 4-H leader. Ileta was a devoted loving mother and was happiest when surrounded by family and friends. She had a very long, happy and productive life and lived by her favorite catch phrase “it is what it is.” Surviving are her children, Shirley (Charles) Lober-Rumpf, Floyd “Randy” (Mary) Lober and Leslie Lober; grandchildren, Scott and Michelle Fris and Wilhelm, Georg (Kelley) and Sigmund Rumpf and great-grandchildren, Ruth Ann Fris and Merinna and Marcus Keller. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands and daughter, Sandra Fris. A family service will take place. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Ileta may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice of Allegan. Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com

AGE 77 - OTSEGO, MI

Therefore, we are people of vision and hope!

Downtown Dollars, downtown-wide gift certificates, make great gifts for birthdays, holidays or any reason to celebrate! They are a terrific way to encourage your friends, family and co-workers to enjoy downtown Otsego. You can purchase @ Otsego Main Street office. 269-692-2336

This Cutie is Kent

ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK!

Kent came into the shelter as a stray dog, skinny and timid. His health has improved and he is now a friendly guy! Kent is wiggly and sweet, he loves attention, and is eager to please. He knows how to sit when asked and would like to learn some more tricks. Kent is a perfect size, too - not too big and not too small. He is around 40-45 pounds and should not get any bigger. He is just under one year old, and has already spent two months of his young life at the shelter. Kent needs to be the only dog in the house at this time, but he would do fine with cats in the house. He also would love a home with kids to play with him. Come in and meet this cutie and see if he is the right dog for you. To learn more about Kent and the adoption process, please visit WishbonePetRescue.org or call 269-686-5112. If you are not able to adopt or foster a pet but want to help, donations are always appreciated. For information, please visit WishbonePetRescue.org/Give. Allegan County Animal Shelter is operated by Wishbone Pet Rescue.

Sponsored by

The Community Shoppers Guide 117 N. Farmer St., Otsego

If you are an individual or business interested in helping us to continue by sponsoring a pet. Please call (269)694-9431

Together we can help find them forever homes!

The Starr Parents Association would like to thank all of the local individuals and businesses that helped make the 2019

Prayer: Ride on King Jesus! We praise you for ever and ever! Amen.

1 in 5 Children in our county goes hungry... you can help provide a meal by picking up your phone right now to help end hunger. Text the word Neighbors to 243725 and donate $10 or more directly to the Christian Neighbors Food Pantry. Thank you for your help!

AGE 93 - OTSEGO, MI

Happy Birthday, Congratulations or for any occasion... Say it on the Community Page!

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4 PAWS LAKESHORE PRESENTS

Starr Elementary Winter Carnival a HUGE success this year! We are deeply grateful to you all for making a difference in the lives of the children in our community! Air Zoo Airway Fun Center Angela Hoffman Barbed Wire Cafe Bimbos Pizza Catch Air Climb Kalamazoo Dance Kraze Erbelli's Pizzeria Grand Rapids Children's Museum Grand Rapids Griffins Grand Rapids Public Museum Harding’s Markets

Hart’s Jewelers Joe's Pizza Kalamazoo 10 Kalamazoo Candle Company Kalamazoo Growlers Kelvin & Co Larry Lowis Latitude 42 McDonald’s Meijer Mezzo Coffee House Old Mill Old Peninsula Patti Herm School of Dance Pepsi

Pine View Golf Club Pizza Hut Plainwell Flowers Plainwell Ice Cream Plainwell Kayak Company Purple Awning Sky Zone Steensma Lawn & Power Equipment SW Donuts The Civic Theater West Michigan White Caps Zelda Peters Schippers

Starr

Thank You!

SONNY & CHER 10TH ANNUAL GALA

Friday, May 24, 2019 • 6:30pm - 10:30pm

Tickets now available! / www.4pawslakeshore.org/events Laketown Golf & Conference Center, 6069 Blue Star Hwy, Saugatuck MI

Our official mission statement: “To raise funds for the care and protection of domestic animals that have been neglected or abused.” This event’s proceeds go directly to Wishbone Pet Rescue Alliance, who serve the entirety of Allegan County. Wishbone manages the Allegan County Animal Shelter.

TEST-DRIVE A FORD AND EARN $20 FOR YOUR SCHOOL Funds will help with Otsego High School Alotobots Robotics Team

Otsego High School - April 20, 2019 cover costs for the State Championship 550 Washington Street, Otsego

YOU MUST Pre-register for this event at: https://d4ur.com/#6Yxg

No purchase necessary. Must be 18 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license and valid automobile insurance. Donation of $20 per test-drive, up to 300 total test-drives for a maximum total donation of $6,000 per event. Limit (1) donation per person and (1) donation per household.

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complete list of all area opeN houses & our curreNt listiNgs at: www.homesbycornell.com

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OPEN SUNDAY

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Nestled iN the side of a hill, this

charming 2 BR cottage overlooks a quiet cove on Pine Lake #4. Deck extends the entire lake front of the home, w/ a terraced yard sweeping down to a permanent dock for tying up your watercraft on this all sports lake. $220,000. ask cyndi or sue

JUST LISTED!

many nice sized trees, all ready for your new home ! Restricted plat in the popular Otsego school system just minutes from town & schools. Ideal location centrally located with an easy commute to Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids or Holland for employment or recreation. Sewer & natural gas available. This property has an existing well. $34,900 w/ possible L/C terms. ask wendy or rich

hostess: cyndi trobeck

far from Pine Lake . 500 feet of road frontage with driveway cut already approved by township. Priced at $89,900. call sue, Kendra or Nancy for details

cleared buildiNg site with lovely lawn &

minutes from US 131 & within walking distance to schools Kitchen features a breakfast bar, granite counter tops w/ ceramic back splash, 2pm-4pm stainless steel appl. & eating area. FDR or main floor office. The bsmt has a large family room, full bath & plenty of storage area. Outside features underground sprinkling, invisible fencing, a front porch, + new composite deck off the back & patio area. $265,000.

15 wooded acres, Prairieville Twp - not

build your dream home in the beautiful Woodside Hills development nestled between Richland and Plainwell, while taking advantage of the top rated Gull Lake schools. Underground natural gas & electric. Affordably priced at $47,900. ask for sue, sara or raylene.

PUT YOUR HOME ON THE BEST SELLER LIST SERVING THE AREA Wendy Conner 492-5172 SINCE 1972! Broker, SFR,

Nancy Whitney

ABR, GRI, CRS

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Vehicles For Sale Save A Ton on your next auto repair! Economy Auto Repair, 760 N. Main, Plainwell. Dick Keith, master mechanic. Across from H&H Body Shop. (269)685-4038, (269)650-2894

RayLene Hubbard (269) 743-9069

Assoc. Broker, SFR, GRI, RAM, ABR

Assoc. Broker, SFR, ABR, GRI, CRS, E-Pro

Miscellaneous

Sue Cornell

694-4129

Rich Bacon

Amie Proctor

ABR, GRI

SRS

330-1021

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Petersen Sons Painting Residential and Commercial painting. Now booking for all of your interior painting needs. We paint cabinets and furniture as well. View our gallery at our Petersen Sons Painting Facebook page. Locally Owned/Operated and Insured. To schedule your free estimate call Todd @ 269-806-6164.

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vate Wall Lake. Beautiful sandy frontage. Allsports Lake with great fishing. Needs some TLC but has great potential. $151,000. Ingrid Pagano 269-420-9864

377-8987

R.E.N.E.

Cyndi Trobeck

Kendra Sweeting

(269) 501-0186 (269) 760-4127

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SHELBYVILLE (18059031) The best of worlds,

a huge yard & private lakefront living on the desirable Gun Lake. Nice large LR with a picture window with water views. Large white kitchen is the perfect size for entertaining. Fantastic deck to watch the boats go by. LL is ready for your personal touch with updated paint, sliding barn doors, fireplace & bathroom. Storage is plenty in the house and on the property with a huge pole barn with upgraded floor to store boats, cars, summer gear and much more. The gently sloping lot allows easy access to the lakefront with a hard packed sandy bottom. There is an additional buildable lot across the street for additional storage or parking. With all the furnishings and a new dock included this package is complete. $465,000. Amy Hamilton 269-3030709

Sheila Nikolaas Owner 23 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Plainwell

Jeanne Folkert Office Manager

269.685.6858 888.631.3200 685.6858 8 www.jaquarealtors.com www.jaquar .jaquarealtors.com 302 S. Main ain SStreet

PLAINWELL (19006762) Cooper Township

HOMES ON THE MARKET bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, situated back off the road on 1.26 acres. This home has been very well maintained. Updates include new paint on the exterior and some on the interior, newer furnace, stove & refrigerator. It also features a covered patio on the back of the house. You will love the private setting and the 25 x 48 pole barn with concrete floor and electrical. It is outside of town, but not far from the schools and shopping. Otsego School district. $124,900. Becky Sheppard 269377-4886

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Schanz Tire (269)694-4705, Otsego. We Home & Auto Insurance! Low Cost! Contact Che’Bar Construction, quality you need. Sathave tires, batteries, exhaust and lawn- Katie at Ken Bleeker Insurance. No obliga- isfaction guaranteed for all your home imtion quotes. 269.672.5228 provement needs. Call Tal now mower blades at low prices! (269)207-1933. Tree Removal, Trimming & stump grinding. Services Fully insured. Over 30 years experience in tree work, very reliable and reasonable. Free Special Advertising Offers! Subscribe now at www.communityshoppersguide.net Dan's Tree Service: Professional trimming, estimates. Also, firewood for sale! RC Tree Click on the “Special Advertising Opportuniremoval, lot clearing, tree bracing/cabling, Service, owned and operated by Carl Sparks ties” tab to subscribe! Receive offers in your custom sawmilling, high ranger chipper, (269)377-0284. Rod Fuller (269)685-4034/ inbox! stump grinder, free estimates. Senior dis- (269)808-2402, www.rctreeservice.com count. Fully insured. Veteran Owned. www.danstreeinc.com (269)664–5455 or Ted’s Appliance - Sales, service, parts for Budget Appliance Service. Prompt, Profesmost major appliances. Same day, next day sional and Affordable Service. Call us toMatt (269)569-1031 service calls. 18 month guarantee on appli- day for your appliance repair needs. ances. 2425 E. Cork St., Kalamazoo (269)685-8902. Ted LaFountain, Owner. Pioneer Pole Buildings Free Estimates Li- (269)382-1540. censed and Insured. 2x6 Trusses. 45 Year Warranty Galvalume Steel-19 Colors. Since If you would like to restripe your parking Legacy Lawn - A small business that’s been 1976 #1 in Michigan Call Today lot, basketball court , play area, give us a a round for many years. Looking for mowing customers, ask for reference properties. 1-800-292-0679 call. Trans American Striping 269-207-2267 (269)254-5826 Earthlink High Speed Internet. As Low As $14.95/month (for the first 3 months.) Reliable High Speed Fiber Optic Technology. Stream Videos, Music and More! Call Earthlink Today 1-844-275-3510

$Cash$ for Broken Autos. Used tires & batteries @ Douglas Autos LLC, Plainwell. Call Doug @ (269)501-5763.

806-9218

rancher with full basement and 2 1/2 car garage. Fenced back yard. 3 Bedrooms on the main floor along with a good size living room. Eating area off the kitchen. Lower Level has had some improvements done. Great location. Home is sold AS IS. Seller WILL NOT pay for any Inspections or repairs. All offers MUST have POF Cash only. $87,400. Nick Breedveld 269-377-8075

COMMERCIAL

REDUCED - OTSEGO (18052586) Great Oppor-

tunity to own an established business in Otsego. This Hair salon has been established for over 35 years. Great location with plenty of parking. 5 work stations, loyal clientele, all equipment, supplies and registered business. Plus a rental unit upstairs, or live in the home yourself. Many updates to this property in the past 10 years. You will love the beautiful open staircase in the entry and beautiful molding this home has to offer. $166,999. Jorene Morrow 269-760-5871

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VACANT LAND COOPER (15051950) Just over an acre wooded

lot is waiting for your dream home. Located in a secluded upscale neighborhood with newer homes but is still convenient to shopping, hospitals and schools. Cooper Township taxes and natural gas. $22,900. Amy Hamilton 269-303-0709

RICHLAND (19008216) This property has all the

in-town amenities and is ready for your dream home! With city water and sewer, cable and natural gas you can enjoy Richland's charm at your fingertips. Sidewalks provide access to shopping, restaurants, schools and park. Start building today! $29,900. Amy Hamilton 269-303-0709

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COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...April 13, 2019....Phone 694-9431

Memorial Day PARADE

PLAINWELL VETERANS

MEMORIAL

PLAINWELL

Friends of the Veterans Memorial

“What does Memorial Day mean to you... Let them not be forgotten”

May 27 LINE UP AT 10:00AM BY PLAINWELL ACE HARDWARE

MIDWAY

Art Challenge Presented by Midway Chevrolet

with your VOTE! Otsego Middle School

6th - 7th - 8th Grade Participating

Parade starts at 11:00am

1st - 2nd - 3rd Place Prizes ...for each class

Floats, Bands, Bikes, Walkers, Classic Cars & more!

School receives donation!

MIDWAY CHEVROLET

Memorial Celebration following the parade at Hillside Cemetery. Hosted by Plainwell VFW Post 9377

CHEVROLET

HURRY IN! Voting ends 5/18/19 - Public decides winner by popular vote!

Looking for participants, please call Cheryl at 269-685-3413 COMMUNITY

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OTSEGO

PLAINWELL

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381 12TH STREET, PLAINWELL

(269)685-6871

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Taking Reservations 10 oz. Prime Rib For Easter Sunday!Choice of 2 Sides and Cornbread Easter Special

Call 685-9675 for an appointment Credit Cards Accepted

Fees can be taken out of your refund!

ACCOUNTING SERVICE

144 SOUTH MAIN, PLAINWELL • 685-9675

Open 11am-2pm Full Menu Available!

only $

19.99

- WEDNESDAY -

WING BASKET - $8.99 8 wing & fries

Wings by the piece - 49¢

- THURSDAY -

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COMMUNITY SHOPPERS GUIDE...OTSEGO, MI 49078...April 13, 2019....Phone 694-9431

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Employment

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Car Clinic

Offer expires 4/26/19

1297 M-89, Plainwell

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*With coupon. Most vehicles, restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Not valid with any other offers.

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Tree Removal, Trimming & stump grinding. Fully insured. Over 30 years experience in tree work, very reliable and reasonable. Free estimates. Also, firewood for sale! RC Tree Service, owned and operated by Carl Sparks (269)377-0284. Rod Fuller (269)685-4034/ (269)808-2402, www.rctreeservice.com

Located Behind

Complete Automotive Repair Mon.-Thurs. 9am-5pm; Fri. by Appt.

• Heating/Cooling • Steering/Suspension • Warranty Work • Oil Change • Brakes • Diagnostics/Electrical • Engines/Transmissions

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Simplicity Regents starting @ $2399. Re- Jeffrey B. Hoyt, Builder, (269)760-0035. All bate of $100. Quality Products, 277 12th St., your building needs, no job too big or small. Plainwell, (269)685-8781 www.qualityprod- Licensed/insured. Senior discount. uctsplainwell.com.

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Fine Jewelry Repair

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...for over 50 Years!

SERVING GREAT FOOD ...Just how you like it! estaurant BREAKFAST served all day!

Open Tues.-Fri. 9:30am-6pm; Sat. 9:30am-1:00pm CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY

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124 N. Main St. - Plainwell HartsJewelry.org

WE’LL BE CLOSED: Tuesday, April 16 & Wednesday, April 17

120 W. Allegan St., Downtown Otsego

DINNER SPECIALS

WEDNESDAYS Slice of Pie $

2.75

Great Salad Bar!

692-6118

Downtown Plainwell

Plumbing & Heating repairs and service. Same day service on any make or model of equipment. Great Lakes Plumbing & Heating (269)673-6000 or (269)349-1644.

CLOSED Easter Open Mon.-Sat. 5am-7:30pm; Sun. 5am-2pm

SENIORS

10% off

THIS WEEKEND!

MON.-SAT. All Dinners

Friday, April 12 . . . . . . . Fantail Shrimp Saturday, April 13 . . . . . . T-Bone Steak Sunday, April 14 . . . . . . . . . Steak & Eggs

2pm - Close

LUNCH SPECIALS Monday, April 15 . . . . . . . . . BBQ Sandwich Tuesday, April 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . Wet Burrito Wednesday, April 17. . . . . Chicken Stir Fry Thursday, April 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Goulash Friday, April 19. . . . . . . . . . . Fish Sandwich

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399 Oaks Crossing (Oaks Crossing Mall next to M-89 Cinema)

269-919-0026

OPEN

24/7

Holland

91 Douglas Ave,

616-396-1800

Portage

6051 Constitution Blvd.

269-329-9000

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