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PLATINUM MEMBERS
2018 Executive Board of Directors
2018 Board of Directors
Randy Ostrander President Lake and Lodge Realty, LLC
Danielle Maneke Lakeside Motor Sports Heather Bowman City of Big Rapids
Barbara Seabolt, Past President Mecosta County Habitat for Humanity
Tammy Weaver Sears Appliance & Hardware
Michelle Barker President Elect Bridge Title
Gail Taylor Original Footwear
Jennifer Heinzman, Secretary Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce Clinton Zimmerman, Member At Large Red Fox Market Jeff Godfrey, Member At Large Spectrum Health Mindy Taylor, Treasurer Mecosta County
GOLD MEMBERS
SILVER MEMBERS
Keith Kenney Isabella Bank
Michelle Rasmussen Ferris State University Danette Doyle The Pioneer Group Karen Hahn-Thornton Nestle Waters / Ice Mountain
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Leading Businesses, Leading Communities For information on becoming a member of the Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce, please contact us.
Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce 127 South State Street, Big Rapids Big Rapids, MI 49307 (231) 796-7649 • Fax: (231) 796-1625 mecostacounty.com
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CHAMBER NEWS AND INFO
A Message From Jennifer Heinzman
Congratulations to The Pioneer Group, our Member of the Month!
Executive Director As we near the end of another year it’s nice to reflect on what we’ve experienced, what we’ve missed, what we’ve accomplished, and how we’ve grown during this trip around the sun. Through a lens of reflection, appreciation, and gratitude, we see more clearly our family and friends and how they enrich our lives; our co-workers and colleagues, and how they push us to be better; the richness and diversity of our community and the beauty of our surroundings. Our Chamber is truly unique as we represent a phenomenal cross-section of businesses and nonprofit organizations, working together for the greater good. I’m grateful for our staff, our Board, our Ambassadors, and our volunteers. I’m surrounded by talented, intelligent, thoughtful people who work hard and are passionate about this community; helping people, supporting local businesses, and building our economy. We enjoy our work; we understand it to be impactful and important; we are here to help. Even more of our members provide financial support by way of programs and sponsorships which help to sustain the chamber. We are so thankful for the time and resources invested in our organization, and the shared goal of improving our quality of life and economic vitality. It is truly impressive. Slowing down long enough to incorporate
gratefulness into our daily routine and into our work is a worthy cause—it really can be as easy as a quick change in perspective; a reminder to yourself amidst the busy-ness that you are here, you are alive, you have so much, you do good work, and life is good. To do this effectively, we follow through by striving for a reasonable work-life balance which leaves time for the things we enjoy and be with the people we love; and we must consider how to help those who do not. We contemplate ways to show gratitude in our actions around the upcoming holidays. We shop local businesses, make handmade gifts, and give through service; we spend Thanksgiving with our families, and we collaborate with our teams to make an impact for those who are less fortunate in our community. We all need more time with family, time outdoors, time to ourselves, and time to reflect. The hustle and bustle of the season will come anyway, in just a few days. But if we remember to pause and be grateful for the good things in our lives and in our work, it will truly make a world of difference. As always, if there is anything we can do for you, please do not hesitate to ask and thank you for all that you do to make this community a better place!
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Ambassador Club Thanks Hosts
Will pick up again in January 2019 with the annual Chamber meeting!
Rise and Shine at Lakeland Title of Mecosta County
Business After Hours scheduled on November 15, 2018 at 5 p.m. hosted by Artworks Business After Hours at Salvation Army
Come join businesses from around Mecosta County as Artworks hosts Business After Hours. This provides members of the community an opportunity to network and enjoy light hors d’oeuvres beginning at 5 p.m. Everyone in the Mecosta County area is welcome to attend. RSVP is appreciated. Call the Chamber at (231)796-7649 or email events@mecostacounty.com. Meet the hosts: artworksinbigrapids.org
2018 Schedule The Ambassador Club of the Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors monthly networking events. Business After Hours are on the third Thursday of the month and Rise & Shine Mecosta are on the fourth Thursday of the month. Upcoming Business After Hours and Rise & Shine Mecosta events will be hosted by the following members: If you’d like to host a Rise and Shine or Business After Hours event at your workplace, call the Chamber at (231) 796-7649 or email events@ mecostacounty.com. Business After Hours • November 15: Artworks • December 20: Red Fox Market • January 17: Big Rapids Dental Associates
Rise & Shine Mecosta There will be no Rise and Shine events in November or December. See you in January! RSVP by calling the Chamber at (231) 796-7649 or email events@ mecostacounty.com. Hosting Rise & Shine Mecosta or Business After Hours events are a great value included in membership. Contact the Chamber at (231) 796-7649 or email events@mecostacounty.com if you are interested in hosting either.
Thank you to our October hosts! The Salvation Army of Big Rapids hosted Business After Hours, and Lakeland Title of Mecosta County hosted Rise and Shine. Hosting a Rise & Shine or Business After Hours event is a great opportunity included in your membership. Contact the Chamber at (231) 796-7649 or email events@mecostacounty.com if you are interested in hosting either of these events at your business.
New Members You’ll Like Doing Business With Cardinal Spa and Massage 120 South State Street Big Rapids, MI 49307 The Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce encourages you to patronize the following businesses and all of your Chamber colleagues. For a complete listing of Chamber members in good standing, go to the member directory online at www.mecostacounty. com.
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Lunch and Learn: Intern 101
MCACC welcomed B2 Outlet to Big Rapids on Oct. 11, 2018. The giving a percentage of profits from merchandise sold at the stores back to local nonprofits, including CranHill Ranch and Quest Ministries. Congratulations, B2 Outlet!
Do you know what having an intern can do for your business? Thinking about hosting an intern at your business but are not sure how? With Ferris State University here in Mecosta County we are fortunate to have a great resource of talent and ingenuity right in our back yard, but how do we best tap into that resource? In an effort to foster collaboration between Ferris State University and the community, the Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce will host Intern 101. At Intern 101, Megan Connaghan, Internship Coordinator from the College of Business, will discuss: • The benefits of hosting an intern • How to set up an internship program • The host requirements of an internship • The best way to inform FSU students of opportunities in your business. • Attendees will also hear a testimonial from Lynne Scheible, Executive Director of Artworks in Big. Join us for this Lunch and Learn event and take advantage of this FREE educational opportunity. Lunch will be provided. RSVP is appreciated. Please register at the link or by emailingevents@mecostacounty.com. This event has been generously sponsored by Michigan Works! West Central.
Lakeside MotorSports celebrated the opening of its Marine Division with a ribbon cutting on Oct. 17. The newest expansion to the business is right across the street from the powersports showroom. Both are located on M-20 in Mecosta. Congratulations, Lakeside!
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Jingle & Mingle with MCACC! Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce will host Jingle and Mingle, its 33rd annual holiday gala, on Friday, Dec. 7, at the Holiday Inn Hotel and Conference Center. This event brings residents, business owners, family, and friends together to enjoy networking and to support one another in an effort to build a strong community. It is also the Chamber’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and all proceeds from this event support future community events hosted by the Chamber. The evening will feature raffles, as well as silent and live auctions, and donations are needed for these categories. Raffles items are valued up to $150, silent auctions items are valued between $151 and $350, and live auction items are valued at more than $351. Guests also will have opportunities to participate in games throughout the night, including the necklace game, the winner of which will receive their choice of live auction item. The menu will include burgundy beef tips, champagne chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy from the beef, seasonal mixed vegetables, assorted breads, deluxe salad bar, and a dessert bar. A cash bar also will be available. Local musical duo Havusbak will play jazzy Christmas tunes throughout the evening. Michelle Wise of Wise Photography will be on site offering professional photo sessions. Tickets are $60 per person or two for $100. Purchase an entire table of 10 for just $500, and for an additional $100, your business can be a table sponsor. To purchase tickets for the gala, visit the Events tab on mecostacounty. com. To donate a raffle or auction item, contact the Chamber by calling (231) 796-7649. Donors who commit to an auction item by Friday, Nov. 16 will have their item and business name listed in this year’s program.
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Manufacturing Day 2018 introduces students to trades careers Eighth-grade students from across the Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District had the opportunity to take a closer look at skilled trades opportunities in the area as part of Manufacturing Day 2018. Manufacturing Day, a nationwide initiative to aid in creating a positive perception of manufacturing and skilled trades as a career, was organized for its second time locally through a collaboration between the Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce, The MecostaOsceola Intermediate School District, The Mecosta County Development Corporation, The Reed City Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Osceola Development Corporation. This year, over 600 students from Big Rapids Middle School, Crossroads Charter Academy, Morley Stanwood Middle School, Evart Middle School, Chippewa Hills Intermediate School, and Reed City Middle School visited manufacturers around Mecosta and Osceola Counties. Manufacturers included on the tours included Hamtech, Hanchett, Big Rapids Components—A Haworth Company, Fluid Routing Solutions, Ice mountain, The Pioneer Group Print Division, Galloup Guitars, Vitro, Reed City Group, Original Footwear, and Chippewa Plastics. The students also had the opportunity to tour the Mecosta-Osceola Career Center and learn about some of the career paths available there. One of the chamber of
commerce’s key roles in the community is to make sure that the area has the type of climate that allows for job, wage and economic growth. Without qualified people in these manufacturing positions, growth will remain stagnant, which is why the chamber wants to invigorate the manufacturing climate here in Mecosta County, keeping residents and their families in the area. With this event, the goal of the chamber of commerce is to help manufacturers to address the skilled labor shortage they face, connect with future generations, take charge of the public image of manufacturing, and ensure the ongoing prosperity of the whole industry.
The Chamber would like to thank our community partners: The MecostaOsceola Intermediate School District, The Mecosta County Development Corporation, The Reed City Area Chamber of Commerce, and Osceola County Community Development. Also, thank you
to the Mecosta County Youth Advisory Council for their financial support of this project. Finally, thank you to our local manufacturers for opening your doors to the young people of the community for this special day. We are already looking forward to planning next year’s event!
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St. Mary - St. Paul Catholic Parish’s sets dates for annual Christmas Bazaar VETERANS DAY MARKED WITH WEEKEND OF EVENTS IN BIG RAPIDS Big Rapids will honor those who served our country with a variety of events, starting on Friday, Nov. 9. Here’s what’s happening throughout the weekend: FRIDAY, NOV. 9 8:30 a.m. to noon: Black Hawk helicopter landing at River Street Park in Big Rapids 11:30 a.m.: Veteran’s Celebration at the Mecosta County Senior Center Veterans eat free! Lunch will be served and entertainment will be provided throughout the program. Call (231) 972-2884 for more information. SATURDAY, NOV. 10 11 a.m.: Veteran’s Day Parade in
downtown Big Rapids Lineup begins at 10 a.m. at the library and progresses north to City Hall. 1 p.m.: Opening ceremony for Michigan’s Vietnam Memorial Wall at AMVETS Post 1941 and American Legion Post 98 5-8 p.m.: Dinner at Stanwood Eagles with the DAV Free dinner for veterans. Donations appreciated from all other guests. Menu: Sloppy joes, baked potato bar, homemade baked mac and cheese, homemade baked beans Auctions and raffles, including a 50/50 raffle, throughout the evening
SUNDAY, NOV. 11 8 a.m. to noon: Breakfast at the Stanwood Eagles with the DAV Veterans eat free. $8 for all other guests. 9 a.m. to noon: S.O.S. Breakfast at the AMVETS Post 1941 and American Legion Post 98 No charge, but donations are appreciated. 11 a.m. Veteran’s Day Ceremony at Holland Park, hosted by AMVETS Post 1941 and American Legion Post 98
Everyone is invited to attend the St. Mary - St. Paul annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Sunday, December 2, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the St. Mary Parish Center, 919 Marion Ave. in Big Rapids. This event includes a luncheon on Saturday, handmade crafts, bake sale, book sale, grandma’s attic, jewelry booth, gift baskets, raffle and an array of fresh greens made into wreaths, swags and holiday centerpieces. On Sunday morning, while shopping at the bazaar, everyone is welcome to attend the Knights of Columbus pancake breakfast. Parish Council of Catholic Women (PCCW) sponsors this event. Please call (231) 796-5202 for more information.
Volunteers needed as tax aides AARP is looking for tax aides for the winter tax season. Training, equipment, and mentors are provided. Previous tax preparation experience is not required. Contact the RSVP Office at (231) 796-4848 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to apply or receive additional information.
These events are brought to you by Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce and Lake-Osceola State Bank.
Remus hosts Vietnam vets tribute on Nov. 10 Remus Area Historical Society (RAHS) plans to recognize Vietnam veterans and their families from Remus and the surrounding areas from 1-4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 10, at the Wheatland Township Hall in Remus. There is no cost to attend. The event, held in cooperation with the Vietnam War 50th Commemoration, includes a presentation by Michigan author and Vietnam veteran Tim Keenan, who will share his personal healing journey following his experience. There will be additional tributes,
refreshments, a roundtable, and displays. If you are a Remus area Vietnam veteran, or have a loved one that you would like recognized, please send your contact info and Vietnam veteran name, service years, photos, maps, clippings, letters home, memorabilia, etc. by mail to: RAHS PO Box 71 Remus, MI 49340 You also may call Ken Todd at (989) 967-8249 or Char Lenon at
(989) 560-2431, stop by the Remus Museum (324 S. Sheridan Rd. in Remus) or email kentodd@cmsinter. net or RemusMuseum@gmail.com. The project is funded in part by a grant from Mecosta County Community Foundation, an affiliate of Fremont Area Community Foundation, and gifts of support by area veteran groups and families. RAHS is still welcoming donations, such as business discount coupons, for event gift bags. A special Vietnam veteran display will be created at the Remus Museum.
Leadership Mecosta 2018 Leadership Mecosta is seeking new members for the 2018-19 class. Mecosta County residents interested in developing their leadership skills and community connections are invited to apply now. If you are interested in learning more about Leadership Mecosta, or if you would like to be part of the Class of 2018/2019, contact the Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce (127 S. Michigan Ave., Big Rapids) or online at www.LeadershipMecosta.com.
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Hospital holds Festival of Tress fundraiser on Nov. 7 Community members invited to create, donate and bid on holiday decorations Mecosta County residents are invited to display their creativity by creating holiday trees and wreaths for the annual Festival of Trees fundraiser for Spectrum Health Big Rapids and Reed City Hospitals. The event will be held Wednesday, Nov. 7 at the Holiday Inn of Big Rapids, with guests and organizations bidding on the auction items designed and created for the event. The proceeds will underwrite the free flu vaccination program the hospitals offer to elementary schools in Mecosta and Osceola counties each fall. “We look forward to welcoming people to this fun and festive event again this year,” said Dee VanHorn, of the Spectrum Health Foundation Board. “The decorations created for the auction turn the ballroom into a real holiday wonderland and people have a great time during the spirited
bidding.” “This is a great way for people to showcase their talents for designing and decorating for the holidays, and support a good cause,” added Van Horn. “We’re grateful for the creative and generous people in our community who make this event a success every year!” Laurie Alighire of the Spectrum Health Foundation noted, “Chemical Bank graciously donated 4-foot and 7-foot artificial trees and a variety of wreaths. We so appreciate their generous support.” Donors may pick up a bare tree or wreath from Patterson’s Flowers in downtown Big Rapids, take the item home and decorate it with materials and ornaments of their choice. Ornaments should be glued, wired or otherwise securely attached to the tree, wreath or item to ensure safe transportation.
Other auction items, such as a weekend getaway, sports game or VIP experience, are also welcome as donated auction items. Individuals interesting in making an auction item gift may contact Laurie Alighire at (231) 592-4280 for pickup and delivery information. “Some people may be inspired to create something they’ve seen on Pinterest or at a local craft show,” said Van Horn. “Don’t limit your creativity to trees and wreaths. All decorative holiday items and experiences are welcome!” The live auction event will be held at the Holiday Inn, 1005 Perry Ave, Big Rapids on Wednesday, November 7, in the University Ballrooms A & B. A wine and hors d’oeuvre reception will begin at 6 p.m. The live auction will begin at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Tickets can be purchased online at: give.spectrumhealth.org/
festivaloftrees. Donors of items for the auction will receive complimentary tickets to the event. Spectrum Health is a not-for-profit health system, based in West Michigan, offering a full continuum of care through the Spectrum Health Hospital Group, which is comprised of 12 hospitals, including Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital; 180 ambulatory and service sites; 3,600 physicians and advanced practice providers; and Priority Health, a health plan that served one million members in fiscal year 2018. Spectrum Health is West Michigan’s largest employer, with 26,000 employees. The organization provided $434 million in community benefit during its 2018 fiscal year. Spectrum Health has earned recognition as one of the nation’s 15 Top Health Systems six times by Truven Health Analytics, part of IBM Watson Health.
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Artworks announces 2018-19 foreign film series Artworks’ foreign film series is underway now at the Big Rapids Community Library.
Each showing is at 7 p.m. See the schedule below!
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Lerner, Csernai & Fath Financial Group (LCF) is pleased to introduce Brian Stearns as its newest financial advisor. Brian is originally from Frankenmuth, Michigan and comes to LCF with a bachelor’s degree in Personal Financial Planning from Central Michigan University. He was actively involved at CMU and served as a board member for the Future Financial Advisors Association. While attending the university, he obtained the Michigan Accident and Health, Property and Casualty insurance licenses. He also holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. Brian joins our LCF team believing in the same small town values our firm was founded on. He looks forward to becoming actively involved in all that the Big Rapids and surrounding communities have to offer. Brian is extremely proud of his German heritage. He played football and ran track for the Frankenmuth High School Eagles. In his spare time, Brian enjoys the outdoors; hunting, fishing, hiking and trail riding. Securities offered through Registered Representatives of Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors Inc., A Registered Investment Advisor. Lerner Csernai & Fath Financial Group and Cambridge are not affiliated.
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SEARS HOMETOWN NOT FILING BANKRUPTCY
Big Rapids Downtown Business Association once again will host the Festival of Lights parade on Nov. 17.
S e a r s Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. has not filed for bankruptcy and is not part of today’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by Sears Holdings Corporation. Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. is a publicly owned company traded on Nasdaq (Symbol: SHOS) that separated from Sears Holdings in 2012. It remains business as usual at all of our locations, which include more than 750 retail stores in 49 states across the nation, which are operated by us, our dealer owners and franchisees. We currently operate stores under various brand names including Sears Hometown, Sears Appliance & Hardware, Sears Home Appliance Showroom, Sears Outlet and Buddy’s Home Furnishings franchise. The Big Rapids Sears Appliance & Hardware Store at 14305 Northland Drive owned by the Weavers, Scott, Tammy & Michael. They have owned this location for almost 12 years and appreciate the support of the community.
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Big Rapids Downtown Business Association once again will host the Festival of Lights parade on Nov. 17. Line-up starts at 4:00pm along Michigan Avenue (South of Oak Street) and Cedar Street. Floats and participants should be COMPLETELY set-up by 5:30 p.m. The parade will start at 6 p.m. Walkers enter the parade at the Public Library (corner of Oak Street & Michigan Avenue). Only Christmas music shall be played on floats. Participants should not throw candy from the floats but should instead hand it to onlookers. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE LIGHTED! $10 entry fee. • Prizes will be awarded to: • Most Creative • Most Lights • Largest Group • Best Winter/Christmas Scene For more information about how to enter a float in the parade, contact the DBA at (231) 592-4038.
Join Upper Deck for An Afternoon of Harmony Men’s vocal group Upper Deck will present An Afternoon of Harmony at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 18, at First United Methodist Church, located at 304 Elm St. in Big Rapids. The group, which has won championships in state competitions, will perform a selection of doo-wop, pop, Broadway, and gospel songs, along with some Disney classics. Upper Deck will be joined by special guests The Canadian Lakes Men’s Chorus and Harmonicas in Class.
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WaterWays events continue through November WaterWays will come to a close this month, but there are many events left to attend, including the grand finale and sturgeon release at Paris Park. Open through Nov. 10, WaterWays is part of the Smithsonian Museum on Main Street initiative designed to bring high quality exhibits to small-town cultural organizations. Artworks is one of six locations in Michigan that will be part of this exciting touring exhibit. This exhibit allows Michigan to rediscover the value of water as both a resource for humans and a cultural symbol. The Muskegon River Watershed, which flows through Big Rapids and all of Mecosta County, has a rich history and has been instrumental in shaping our culture and our way of life. This interactive exhibit will remind our community of the importance of our waterways and encourage us to engage in dialogue and stewardship, and to remind us that water is central to the rituals of our life and that we are
all downstream. Artworks and the Michigan Humanities Council have collaborated with many community organizations to design events, additional exhibits and programs that will deepen our understanding of what the water means to us. • WaterWays associated events and exhibits
includes: • Water Wellness class from 5-7:30 p.m. on Nov. 5 • Complementary Exhibits at Artworks: “Water and You,” “One Fish, Two Fish, See Fish, Saw Fish,” Origami pieces by Linda Stephans • Self-guided tours: Stroll the Riverwalk and
White Pine Trail • Water Literacy Workshop - Water education for teachers • Wood Duck House Construction from 9 a.m. until noon on Nov. 3 at Big L Lumber (must register at Artworks) • Water/Ways Grand Finale – 2 p.m. on Nov. 10 at Paris Park. This event will include a Native American blessing and drumming, release of 10,000 trout and remarks from George Heartwell Educators: If you are interested in a field trip to see the Smithsonian WaterWays exhibit, contact Heidi Kinnally at (231) 796-2420 or artworkseducation@gmail.com. Thanks to TransCanada, Artworks is able to offer bussing for free to the Mecosta Osceola Intermediate School District schools, and After-School Art is free in October. For more information on WaterWays or to register for these events, call Artworks at (231) 796-2420.
Paris Park to welcome lake sturgeon back to historic fish ponds The Mecosta County Park Commission and Department of Natural Resources, Fisheries Division are continuing to work in partnership to bring the history of Paris Park back to life. It’s been about 45 years since a lake sturgeon last resided within the ponds of Paris Park, but that absence is about to change. On Friday, Oct. 5 a sturgeon from the DNR’s Wolf Lake Fish Hatchery is scheduled to be delivered to the park. A public release of the fish is scheduled to take place at 3:00 p.m. offering park guests the opportunity to view the fish and take photos as it is released to its new home. The concept of bringing a sturgeon back to Paris Park is very exciting for staff and visitors alike. Jeff Abel, Superintendent of the County Parks notes it is a regular occurrence when speaking with guests of Paris Park that they bring up visiting to see the sturgeon when they were children. Visitors bring their families back to the park to create new memories and now will be able to view the sturgeon in the ponds as their families did with them many years ago.
The desire to return the lake sturgeon to the Paris Park Fish Hatchery became a reality this summer when sturgeon housed at the Wolf Lake Visitor Center had outgrown there display tanks. “It is a great opportunity and logical choice to move one these young sturgeon to the Paris Park Hatchery,” said Scott Heintzelman, unit manager with the DNR’s Fisheries Division. “Here it can be viewed and appreciated by thousands of people for many years to come and the message of conservation and recovery will be taught through education and outreach efforts at the facility.” The sturgeon introduction is in addition to a fish stocking partnership already in place between the DNR and County Park system. This spring 20,000 rainbow trout were delivered to the park to be reared through the summer period and released this fall into the Muskegon River. That release date is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2:00 p.m., in conjunction with a programing schedule for the Smithsonian
Museum Waterways exhibit, taking place in Big Rapids this fall. The site of Paris Park is rich in fisheries history. In 1881 the site was the State of Michigan’s second fish-rearing facility constructed and was a major producer of salmon and trout fingerlings. The location was ideally situated near the railroad system which was the primary way fingerlings were distributed around the state. During its peak the hatchery also became a major tourist attraction with 26 ponds in operation and hosting 3,000-5,000 visitors on any given weekend. The site was operated as a hatchery until 1964, when it was closed by the DNR. The Mecosta County Park Commission acquired the site in 1973, refurbished the area
and opened as a park with camping in 1976. The Park Commission is working to revitalize the site back to a tourist destination. Abel states “the value of Paris Park is in its history. The more we can provide educational opportunities related to that history, the more likely people are to stop and relive their past experiences with us.” It is the hope of the Park Commission to once again become a rest stop for those heading north for the weekend and to provide opportunities that will make people want to stay once they arrive. For more information on Paris Park and the Mecosta County Park Commission visit www. MecostaCountyParks.com.
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Hospitals soar past fundraising goal for United Way
Left to right: Linda Telfer, Garden Tour co-chair; Melanie Henry, GFWC Big Rapids President, and Jim Eddinger representing the Open Arms Child Advocacy Center
GFWC Big Rapids donates to the Open Arms Child Advocacy Center When the members of GFWC Big Rapids were planning their annual Garden Tour for July 17, 2018, they were made aware of the efforts to organize and implement the Open Arms Child Advocacy Center. All proceeds from the Annual Tour are set aside by the Club to assist organizations and programs in the community who seek assistance from the Club. Based upon the identified need for a Child Advocacy Center in the community and the commitment of GFWC to support programs and projects that benefit families and children, Club members enthusiastically agreed that the Center would be a great place to share a portion of the net proceeds from the 2018 Tour. At a recent meeting, the Club was pleased to present a check for $1,565.00 to Jim Eddinger who represented the Center Board of Directors.
Big Rapids Lions support Constitution Day In support of Constitution Day on Sept. 17, the Big Rapids Lions provided pocket-sized copies of the Constitution and Declaration of Independence to students in four Big Rapids Schools. More than 250 copies were provided to teachers and students at Big Rapids Middle School, Crossroads Charter Academy, St. Mary Catholic School and St. Peter’s Lutheran School. Included in the pocket versions are a series of flash cards that can be used by the student to enhance their learning and retention of information. Each school has differing plans for how the material will be incorporated into classroom activity throughout the school year. Students will use a variety of techniques from learning how to use sign language for the preamble to applying current events to the constitutional amendments.
Spectrum Health employees in Mecosta and Osceola Counties have stepped up big in supporting United Way, contributing the largest amount ever raised for United Way by the two hospitals. The hospitals set a goal of raising $31,000 for United Way, which would top the total raised in 2017 of $30,100. Through employee pledges and a variety of special events including a petting zoo and basket raffle, the two hospitals raised an astounding $40,190 in the fundraising campaign, which ran from September 1 through September 30. “The United Way is a vital part of our community, and Spectrum Health is proud to support them in their mission to improve the lives of those around us,” said campaign co-chair Sarah Neubecker, communications manager for the two hospitals. “We were amazed to exceed our goal by more than
$9,000! That shows the dedication and commitment our staff has to support their community.” In addition to giving monetary pledges, more than 20 Spectrum Health staff also participated in a Day of Caring on September 7 by volunteering their time to help with service projects at Rose Lake Youth
Camp, Mecosta Senior Center and Habitat for Humanity, three key organizations that are supported by the United Way. Spectrum Health’s campaign was known as a ‘pace setter’ campaign for the Mecosta-Osceola campaign, which launched at the end of September.
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The library will be closed Nov. 22-24 in observance of Thanksgiving! Friends of the Library meeting
Friends’ Book Club
4 p.m. on Nov. 7
Teen Movie Night, featuring Ready Player One
Knit Night
6:30 p.m. on Nov. 1 and Nov. 15 Teen Event: Personalize your charging cord
4 p.m. on Nov. 6 Friends of the Library meeting
4 p.m. on Nov. 7 Make gratitude cards
4 p.m. on Nov. 8 Camera Club: Street beat
6 p.m. on Nov. 8 Library Board Meeting
4 p.m. on Nov. 13 Friends of the Library Annual Meeting and dedication of Mary Ryan Memorial
Nov. 15
Noon on Nov. 16
6 p.m. on Nov. 16 Preschool Story Time
Every Monday and Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Computer/Tech Class
Every Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Tiny Tots Tinker Lab
Every Thursday from 9:30-11 a.m. This program is a free play time for children and their parents to socialize. Please come and enjoy getting to know other parents and kids in your community.
Card Wildlife Education Center Website: www.ferris.edu/card
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Members Bulletin Board
This section is dedicated to Chamber members who are utilizing their marketing opportunities as one of the many values of belonging to the Chamber:
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Big Rapids Antique Farm & Power Club
See you next year! The club will resume meetings in February 2019 at Big Rapids First Baptist Church, 200 S. Stewart Ave. in Big Rapids.
AMVETS Post 1941 & Legion Post 98
See the back cover for regular AMVETS Post 1941 & Legion Post 98 specials and events.
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STAGE-M presents "The Nutcracker: A Play" Nov. 11-18 at Crossroads Charter Academy Auditorium
This November Stage-M presents a classic tale of adventure, based on a German tale called “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King.” The title may bring to mind the better-known Russian ballet, but this production follows the dashing adventures of Marie and Fritz Stahlbaum and their fantastic trip with the mysterious Herr Drosselmeier into the strange world of Mousalia. There the trio works to make a daring rescue in the land of the many-headed Mouse Prince and his mother Madame Mouserinks, the gloomy Catacombs, a giant Spider, a glowing magic sword, and an epic battle to save the young man who was the Nutcracker. This Christmas classic is not the children’s story portrayed by the ballet, but the Grand Adventure upon which the ballet is based where good and evil clash, the pure of heart can save a life, and love can work miracles. It’s a story all ages will enjoy and includes actors from grade schoolers to grandparents. Take your magical journey to see “The Nutcracker: A Play” November 15 – 17 at 7:30 pm and Nov. 18 at 2:30 pm at Crossroads Charter Academy Auditorium. Adult Tickets $11. Student Tickets $5. Purchase your tickets at Patterson’s Flowers, The Old Pioneer Store and Emporium, by calling (231) 592-TIXX, or online stage-m.org.
Big Rapids Eagles and Auxiliary 2535 Every Tuesday is Burger Night Every Friday is Fish Fry and Prime Rib Fourth Friday is liver and onions Euchre on Saturdays Feather Party 4-7 p.m. on Nov. 1 Turkey raffles followed by a turkey dinner Hunter’s Dinner 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Nov. 14 Spaghetti dinner with garlic
bread, side salad, and dessert 26th Annual Fall Craft Show and Women’s Expo 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 17 18631 16 Mile Road in Big Rapids More than 40 vendors on site, as well as a raffle, bake sale and luncheon. Free admission! Breakfast by Deb Fountain & Crew 9 a.m. to noon on Nov. 18 Eggs to order, bacon, ham, sausage, biscuits and gravy, French toast or pancakes
November 2018
Artworks Fall Classes
For class descriptions, fees, and registration, visit artworksinbigrapids.org/classes. Pottery Wheel Workshops
Jesse VanderBand, instructor Every other Monday, beginning September 10 6-8 p.m. After School Art
Drop-in $10 or 8 session punch card $60 Ginny Veneklase, instructor Tuesdays: September 11-December 18 3:45-5:15 p.m. Ages: 6+ Intermediate Photography
$67 David Johnson, instructor Tuesdays, November 6 and 13 5:30-7:30 p.m. Lines of Color
$50-$60 Jeanette Fleury and Nancy Randall, instructors Saturday, November 3 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Autumn Floral Arrangement Workshop
$28-$38 Tuesday, November 6 6-7:30 p.m. Anja Fitzgerald, instructor Holiday Wine and Pottery Glazing
$30-$40 Friday, November 30 6-8 p.m. Holiday Wine and Stained Glass Ornament Workshop
$30-$40 Sharon Bulger, instructor Friday, November 30 6-8 p.m.
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Big Rapids Fall Recreation Programs Are you between 21-40 years old and interested in making a positive impact in the community while practicing leadership skills? Consider joining the Big Rapids Jaycees. For more information, find us on Facebook @brjaycees, www.brjaycees.com, or email us at brjaycees@gmail.com.
FSU Fine Arts Gallery
October 23 – December 15 Tatsuki Hakoyama’s “The Space Between” exhibit “The Space Between” is a series of oil paintings that reflect on the search for balance between oppositions, with an emphasis on the contradicting nature of traditional and contemporary lifestyles. Especially with globalization that allows for cross-cultural interactions, my goal is to search for the ideal balance of the different cultures that contribute to the ‘third-space’ as discussed by Homi Bhabha.
For registration forms and more information go to www.brpr.org or call (231) 592-4038
TAI CHI September 5 to December 19 Mondays and Wednesdays Noon to 1 p.m. Cost: $2 per participant When weather permits (60° or above) class will meet at Hemlock Park. Otherwise class will be held at the Old Jail. (No class September 4th) Instructor: Mary Loesch, Certified International Instructor An ancient form of exercise originally developed in China as a martial art. This exercise has benefits to allow participants to improve muscle tone, flexibility, balance and coordination. Newcomers are always welcome! LINE DANCE CLASSES September 4 to December 20 Cost: $2 per participant Instructor: Diane Jones Come join choreographed line dancing while increasing your heart rate for a great cardio workout! You can select the class that best fits your needs. MORNING LINE DANCE Tuesdays and Thursdays 9-10 a.m. Beginners 10-11 a.m. Intermediate Learn coordinated steps to a variety of music. A social and aerobic activity. Bring a friend! Artworks, Dance Studio No class October 9-18 or November 22. WATER AEROBICS September 10 to December 15 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 - 9:30 am Cost: $4 per class or $40 for punch card (12 classes) Ferris State Recreation Center Pool
(No class November 24th) Instructor: Sherry Williams Low impact exercise offered for adults. Beginning in the shallow area and progressing to the deep water to allow for a full body workout. SENIOR FIT TIME September 4 to December 20 Tuesday: 4-5 p.m. Thursday: 3-4 p.m. Cost: $2 per participant Style Station, 1619 Catherine Street in Big Rapids (No class November 22nd) Instructor: DeMar Hatchew, Certified in Senior Fitness A senior fitness class geared to get those in need of a low impact routine emphasizing cardio, balance and muscle stretching. The class will get you feeling energized and active! Bring a mat, water bottle and personal weights. DELAY THE DISEASE FITNESS FOR PARKINSON’S September 6 to December 20 Thursdays 1—1:45 pm Cost: $2 per participant Style Station, 1619 Catherine Street in Big Rapids (No class November 22nd) Instructor: DeMar Hatchew, Continuing Education in Parkinson’s Disease Training Methods A fitness class designed to slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease. No matter what stage of the disease you are battling—it’s never too late to start exercising! The class will incorporate a variety of chair exercises, stretching, balance work, strength training, and vocal and facial exercises. Caregivers are welcome to join participants.
Red Fox Market
Red Fox Market hosts a variety of classes each month in its downtown store. For more information on each event, visit Red Fox Market on Facebook!
Slow Flow Yoga: 7 a.m. Nov. 1 Nov. 6 Nov. 8 Nov. 13 Nov. 15 Nov. 20 Nov. 27 Nov. 29
Auricular (ear) Acupuncture with Lyni Nowak Nurse Practitioner 6 p.m. on Nov. 6 9 a.m. on Nov. 14 Introduction to Energy Work: 1 p.m. on Nov. 18 CBD: What is it all about? 5 p.m. on Nov. 27
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November 2018
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NOVEMBER 2018
MECOSTA COUNTY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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November 4
9 a.m. AmVets Auxiliary Monthly Breakfast
November 5
5 p.m. Water Wellness class at Artworks
November 6
4 p.m. Senior Fit Time at the Style Station, 1619 Catherine Street ion Big Rapids
November 7
6 p.m. Festival of Trees at the Holiday Inn Hotel and Conference Center
November 2018
SPECIAL DAYS AMVETS POST 1941 & LEGION POST 98
(SEE THE MEMBER BULLETIN SECTION FOR NOVEMBER EVENTS) AMVETS POST 1941 & LEGION POST 98 NOW SERVING DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS MONDAY – FRIDAY STARTING AT NOON. HOMEMADE SOUP AVAILABLE. EAT-IN OR TAKE-OUT. CALL 231-796-6998 FOR MENU. IF YOU WANT TAKE-OUT, CALL US AND WE’LL HAVE YOUR LUNCH READY WHEN YOU NEED IT. BREAKFAST IS BACK! THE AMVETS AUXILIARY WILL BE SERVING BREAKFAST AGAIN ON THE FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH STARTING ON SUNDAY, OCT. 7 FROM 9-11:30 A.M. MENU INCLUDES SCRAMBLED EGGS, BACON, SAUSAGE LINKS, PANCAKES, TOAST, BISCUITS AND GRAVY, COFFEE AND JUICES.
November 8
7:30 p.m. BRHS presents “The Little Mermaid”
November 9
8:30 a.m. Black Hawk Helicopter Landing at River Street Park in Big Rapids
11:30 a.m. Veterans Celebration at the Mecosta County Senior Center
7:30 p.m. BRHS presents “The Little Mermaid”
November 10
11 a.m. Veteran’s Day Parade in downtown Big Rapids
1 p.m. Opening ceremony for Michigan’s Vietnam Memorial Wall at AMVETS Post 1941 and American Legion Post 98
1 p.m. Remus Area Historical Society Vietnam Veterans Tribute
FIRST AND THIRD SATURDAY: DINNER SPECIALS
2 p.m. WaterWays Grand Finale and sturgeon release at Paris Park
CALL (231) 796-6998 FOR LUNCH SPECIALS AND DINNER MENUS
2:30 p.m. BRHS presents “The Little Mermaid”
7 p.m. Artworks Foreign Film Series, featuring “About Elly” at Big Rapids Community Library
November 11
8 a.m. Mecosta VFW Pancake Breakfast at the Mecosta VFW, 12779 80th Ave.
9 a.m. S.O.S. Breakfast at the AMVETS Post 1941 and American Legion Post 98
11 a.m. Veteran’s Day Ceremony at Holland Park in Big Rapids
November 13
4 p.m. Senior Fit Time at the Style Station, 1619 Catherine Street ion Big Rapids
7 p.m. Big Rapids Middle School Choir Concert
November 14
11:30 a.m. Lunch and Learn: Intern 101
November 15
10 a.m. Foot Care Clinic at the Senior Center, 12954 80th Ave. in Mecosta
5 p.m. Business After Hours at Artworks
7:30 p.m. STAGE-M presents “Nutcracker: The Play” at Crossroads Charter Academy
November 16
7:30 p.m. STAGE-M presents “Nutcracker: The Play” at Crossroads Charter Academy
November 17
6 p.m. Festival of Lights parade in downtown Big Rapids
7:30 p.m. STAGE-M presents “Nutcracker: The Play” at Crossroads Charter Academy
November 18
2:30 p.m. STAGE-M presents “Nutcracker: The Play” at Crossroads Charter Academy
4 p.m. Upper Deck presents “An Afternoon of Harmony” at First United Methodist Church in Big Rapids
November 20
4 p.m. Senior Fit Time at the Style Station, 1619 Catherine Street ion Big Rapids
November 27
4 p.m. Senior Fit Time at the Style Station, 1619 Catherine Street ion Big Rapids
5 p.m. Breastfeeding Support Group at Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital
MONDAY – FRIDAY: HAPPY HOUR 4 TO 6 P.M. THURSDAY: BURGER NIGHT 5:30 – 7:30 P.M. ALL MEALS ARE EAT-IN OR TAKE-OUT
BIG RAPIDS EAGLES 2535: Open To The Public DAILY LUNCHES/ 11AM-3PM TUESDAYS: BURGER NIGHT/ 4:30-8PM FRIDAYS: FISH FRY & PRIME RIB/ 4:30-8PM SATURDAYS: EUCHRE
GFWC MONTHLY MEETINGS
2ND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH, SEPTEMBER THROUGH MAY AT THE BIG RAPIDS PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT. CALL 231-349-7743 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
BIG RAPIDS ELKS Fridays • Fish Fry 6-8pm BIG RAPIDS ROTARY MEETS EVERY TUESDAY AT 12:00PM AT FALCON HEAD GOLF COURSE
BIG RAPIDS LIONS CLUB MEETS EVERY 2ND AND 4TH MONDAY OF THE MONTH 6:30pm at #52 Sports Bar and Kitchen
DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS, CHAPTER 18 A SERVICE OFFICER IS AVAILABLE TO ASSIST VETERANS IN RECEIVING BENEFITS. THURSDAYS, 10AM- 2PM AT THE DAV IN BIG RAPIDS. ALL VETERANS WELCOME.