Battle Creek Shopper News by Tim Sutton

1001 E. Columbia Ave. Battle Creek, MI 49014 Phone (269) 965-3955 • FAX 968-8586 www.TheBattleCreekShopper.com shopper@j-adgraphics.com Thursday, April 10, 2014 Published by J-Ad Graphics, Inc. (269) 945-9554 • 1351 N. M-43 Highway • Hastings, MI 49058-0188

Member

Publications INDEPENDENT FREE PAPERS OF AMERICA

This publication printed on 50% recycled paper.

where are you going?

2014 Connect to Kindergarten r Guarantee your seat – register early for Kindergarten r Meet the teachers r Make new friends r Prizes, FREE books, fun activities r Attend 1 event or all events

Franklin (Bilingual Support)

Valley View (Bilingual Support)

Thursday, April 17, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Franklin Fun Fair Saturday, May 3, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Kindergarten Tour and Fun Day

Thursday, April 24, 3:45 – 4:30 p.m. Scavenger Hunt

Fremont Monday, April 14, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. P.E. and Make a Book

Verona (Bilingual Support) Tuesday, April 22, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Breakfast with the Teachers Tuesday, May 13, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. Story Time Celebration

Ann J. Kellogg Thursday, May 1, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Race to Kindergarten

Coburn (Bilingual Support) Tuesday, April 22, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Books, Books, Books

LaMora Park Wednesday, April 30, 5:00 – 5:45 p.m. Soaring into Kindergarten, Science Fair & Dinner Wednesday, May 7, 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Planting Seeds of Knowledge...Watch Us Grow!

Open to all BCPS students eligible for Kindergarten in September 2014.

Urbandale Dudley Thursday, April 24, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. Wild About Kindergarten Thursday, May 8, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Wild About Kindergarten

Wednesday, April 23, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Art Fun Friday, May 15, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Open House For more information call (269) 660-5821

edwardrose.com 0).% +./,, !0!24-%.43

"2//+3)$% !0!24-%.43

7ASHER $RYER s $ISHWASHER s "REAKFAST "AR 0RIVATE 3TORAGE s #ENTRAL !IR s 0ATIO OR "ALCONY #ABLE 46 (IGH SPEED )NTERNET /FFERED

7ELL MAINTAINED !PARTMENTS 'ROUNDS 3UPERIOR 3ERVICE s #ONVENIENT ,AUNDRY #ITY "US 3HELTER AT %NTRANCE s 0OOL #LUBHOUSE

"EDS FROM s "EDS FROM

3TUDIOS FROM "EDS FROM s "EDS FROM

Gas for Heating, Cooking & Hot Water Included

EDWARDROSE COM PINEKNOLL ,OCATED ON "USINESS *UST %AST OF "ATTLE #REEK -ON &RI s 3AT s 3UN BY !PPT

Gas for Heating, Cooking & Hot Water Included

EDWARDROSE COM BROOKSIDE $ICKMAN 2D "ETWEEN THE !IRPORT &ORT #USTER -ON &RI s 3AT s 3UN

&!)2,!.% !0!24-%.43

',%.. 6!,,%9 !0!24-%.43

-INUTES FROM $OWTOWN "ATTLE #REEK 3PRINGl ELD 3CHOOLS s HOUR -AINTENANCE 3ERVICE )NSTALLATION OF #ABLE 46 &REE AT -OVE IN

7ASHER $RYER s $ISHWASHER s "REAKFAST "AR 7ALK IN #LOSETS s 0RIVATE 3TORAGE s #ENTRAL !IR #ABLE 46 (IGH SPEED )NTERNET /FFERED

"EDS FROM s "EDS FROM

Gas for Heating, Cooking & Hot Water Included

EDWARDROSE COM FAIRLANE

!VENUE ! 7EST OF (ELMER -ON &RI s 3AT s 3UN

/NE -ILE 3OUTH OF ) /FF #APITAL !VE 3 7 -ON &RI s 3AT s 3UN BY !PPT

!LL &EATURE

EDWARDROSE COM GLENNVALLEY

(IGH SPEED )NTERNET !VAILABILITY &REE #ABLE )NSTALLATION AT -OVE IN

.O 7ATER OR 4RASH "ILLS

HOUR -AINTENANCE 3ERVICE #ATS 7ELCOME

Offering you the best in Battle Creek!

PENNFIELD SCHOOLS KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR APRIL 23RD, 24TH & 25TH Registration is at North Penn Elementary 7422 Poorman Rd. By Appointment Only – Call 269-961-9795 You will need the following to register your kindergarten student: • Your child’s LEGAL Registered Birth Certificate • Record of Immunization • Verification of Residency (ie: Utility bill/rental or lease agreement – drivers license not acceptable) QUESTIONS – contact either Purdy Elementary 269-961-9795 or North Penn Elementary 269-961-9797

PLEASE NOTE A CHANGE IN MICHIGAN LAW Children FIVE YEARS OF AGE by October 1, 2014 are eligible for the 2014-2015 school year. Accepting Unlimited School of Choice Kindergarten Students 105 and 105c School of Choice applications are available at registration for Calhoun, Barry and Kalamazoo county residents.

POST COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION HAS $20 MILLION TO LEND!

to lend!

Your ﬁnancial picture just got a lot BRIGHTER! PCCU is lending $20,000,000.00 to new and existing members. While other lenders are saying no, we’re offering interest rates as low as 1.99%APR* on approved loans of ANY KIND! • Looking for a new home? Post it! • Looking for a new car? Post it! • Vacation, pay off credit cards? Post it! • Business loans? Post it!

7KH 2QO\ Q·V 7UXH :RPH OH WW D % Q L P *\ &UHHN

THE WORLD’S LEADER IN WOMEN’S FITNESS

Ask About

COACHING FOR EVERYONE, EVERY WORKOUT

Come to PCCU today! You need money - we have it! You need some guidance - we offer it! When you Post it! you have our staff on your side. Please call today 800.835.7328

FEDERALLY INSURED BY NCUA EQUAL HOUSING LENDER

All you have to do is show up, give us 30 minutes, Jillian Michaels with Tammy Christian, winner of VIP ticket to see Jillian at the “Maximize Your Life Tour”

*APR = Annual Percentage Rate. Rates & terms subject to change. Home Equity & Mortgage rates based on 80% Loan To Value for principle residences and do not reflect closing fees or credit score adjustments. Longer terms may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional terms & conditions may apply. Contact loan department for complete details.

New Hours: M-Th 6A-8P Fri 6A-7P Sat 8A-Noon www.postcommunitycu.com | 800.835.7328

1 WEEK FREE

then go love your life.

Ask About Curves Complete One-On-One Personal Fitness Plan

We participate with over 40 health insurance companies including Blue Cross Blue Shield Stop In or Call for Details

565-4412

2245 W. Columbia Ave. SW Corner of Helmer & Columbia

www.battlecreekcurves.com

Curves

Meijers W. Columbia Ave.

Helmer

$20

million

Market U.S.A. t e e r t S Main

x{äÊ Ê-/, /]Ê // Ê , ]Ê È{ ÎänÓ "* ÊÈÊ ° °Ê Ê£ÓÊ*° °ÊÇÊ 9-Ê Ê7

"// ,9

1 Ê- ,6 Ê +1",Ê * ,/ / "ÛiÀÊxääÊ6>À iÌ iÃÊ vÊ , - Ê /-Ê Û> >L i "ÛiÀÊÓääÊ6>À iÌ iÃÊ vÊ , - Ê*," 1 Ê Û> >L i

7iÊ VVi«ÌÊ> `Ê7i V i\Ê

/Ê , Ê , -ÊUÊ* " Ê , -Êfx]Êf£ä]ÊfÓä

/Ê- / 1,-° -1 °ÊUÊ *,°Ê£ä]Ê££]Ê£ÓÊEÊ£Î 9Ê* Ê-/ -

9Ê* Ê

*",/ , "1- ÊE , 9 Ê-/ Ê / " f "/ f ° ° "/

{

9Ê* Ê

, - Ê " --Ê

, - Ê Ê

°9°Ê-/, *Ê-/ 1 Ê-/

{

"/ , - Ê

-/ 7Ê /

{

f {

f x

, - Ê

Ê+/,-°

,1 -/ -Ê

£äÊ °Ê , - Ê "

, - Ê ÊxÊ °Ê -

Ê , -/Ê f È "/ f x ° °

7 Ê -

*" "

/ -

/-ÊEÊ-/ - /-

1 /-

f x

{

f {

, - Ê " --Ê*", , - Ê "

, - Ê "

- , " Ê "*- - , " Ê," -/ - , " Ê "*-

f £

" --Ê / ,Ê 1/

" --Ê "1 /,9Ê-/9 Ê

, - Ê " Ê ÊE

/ ,Ê 1/

"*-

f f {

Ê/, * Ê

1 "®

ÓÊ / ,

* 1-Ê *"- /

*"7 ,

f È °

, -Ê£Ê °Ê* °

{

f È

f Ó

{ Z 6" " -Ê°°°°°°°°°°°°°°È Óf 1- ,"" -Ê Ê°°°°°°° Î f *"/ /" -Ê Ê°°°°Ó

1 "

/ "1* Ê°°°°°°°°°°°°°

Óf

8 Ê ,"7

, - Ê7 "

nÊ"<°

Ê,1-- /

Ê/"Ê-1 , 1 / / //9Ê ," , {Ê °Ê f È "8

Îf *"/ /" -

9Ê* Ê , Óf £ÉÓÊ °

È £ "1,Ê 9 "1,Ê 9 / Óf £ nnZ ",

1 Ê 8 ÇÊ"<°

n°xÊ"<°Ê "8 ÇÊ6 ,-° È°ÎÊ"<°

-/Ê 7 Ê /Ê / -Ê *,

*, Ê , /

",<

Ê- t /Ê , * Ê *

Óä f

- Ê*, Êf{Ê

7 / t

- * 9Ê ÊEÊ , -

- /1, Z * Êx Ê "" Ê / -

" "½f xf £ Î

, °Ê*, ÊfÎ°xx

/ , / ÎÓÊ "

Ê," * * , /"7 -

7 ,,9Ê",Ê 1 ,,9

9 "1,Ê 9

", Ê 1 1 ,9Ê-" * f 8 xäÊ"<° --

£äÊ °Ê -°

9 "

Ê 1* "" -

- / Ê7 " Ê ",9Ê- " Ê " -- "/

f £ -

ÓnÊ " -

6 -/ Ê "® "/Ê " -

6 ", f {Ê °Ê -

" 9Ê ÇÊ

- -Ê /t

9 *

/ Ê 6 ,Ê-/ Ê

-7 /

" 9

f £

f È

ÎÓÊ"<°

*", Ê, -

- Ê*",/ " -

*, 1 Ê- " Ê

1//Ê*",/ " -Ê

9 *

*, 1 Ê- " Ê

f ä

7 Ê, - ,6 Ê/ Ê, /Ê/"Ê /Ê+1 / / -°Ê*, -Ê "" Ê7 Ê-1** 9Ê -/-Ê" Ê Ê- Ê / -°

LOVE WORKS what is REAL Love?

www.doeslovework.com

SUNDAYS 10 AM www.dexterlake.com d t l k 15 5 5 E . Michig an Avenu e • Bat t l e Cre ek M I , 4 9 014 • Phon e 26 9. 9 6 8. 8 026

DW 5866(//²6 &28175< 6725(

FREE EASTER HAM with your major purchase* Thur April 19th

Queen/Full Sleepers ..................$699 Twin Sleepers.............................$649

Sofa ......................$479 Loveseat ..............$429 Cottage Endtables..............$219

TV Stand .................$479

2 pc. Sectional . . . . . . . . . . . . $1399

Bedding

Sofa Chaise..............$799

Starting at Twin Sets . . . . . $199 Full Sets . . . . . $249

249

Power Recliner .......$699

Drop Leaf Table

249

and 2 Chairs ................

(269) 963-5809

GECA

1 Mi. East of BEDFORD ROAD Serving the Battle Creek and Surrounding Area Mon.-Fri. 9-6 • Sat. 9-5 • Sun. 1-5 Between the Corn Fields & The Pastures

INTEREST FREE FINANCING • LAYAWAYS AVAILABLE • FREE DELIVERY

HUTCHINSON RD.

4237 EDMONDS ROAD

RUSSELL’S

BEDFORD BARNEY’S TAVERN

EDMONDS

WAUBASCON RD.

Twin Beds........

M-37

Queen Sets . . . $299

triumph over adversity

RISE ABOVE the Tuskegee Airmen story

Neighborhoods, Inc. of Battle Creek and Bridges to Cultural Understanding are proud to present OVERCOMING ADVERSITY, Y an inspirational FREE event. DATE LOCATION COST

Wednesday, April 16, 2014 at 5:00 pm W.K. Kellogg Auditorium, 60 West Van Buren Street, Battle Creek, MI 49037 Free and open to the public!

This special presentation kicks-off a two-week long event to introduce over 2,400 local students to this story by giving them an opportunity to visit the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit. Whether our young people aspire to be leaders in business, government, their community or simply lead their lives with integrity and character, the story of the Tuskegee Airmen is an essential learning experience about Overcoming Adversity. The evening’s program will feature a keynote message by Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson, Tuskegee Airman and member of the WWII 332 Red Tail Fighter Group, POW; Purple Heart recipient, Congressional Gold Medal recipient; Michigan Aviation Hall of Fame inductee and member of the Detroit Tuskegee Airmen Chapter. Following WWII, Lt. Col. Jefferson served as an instrument instructor at Tuskegee Army Airfield. He received his teaching certificate from Wayne State University and M.A. degree in education and taught science in the Detroit Public School System. Joining Lt. Col. Jefferson for the evening will be: Burt Lowe, Korean War Navy Veteran and liaison to the Tuskegee Airmen; T. R. Shaw, President of the Battle Creek-Kalamazoo Council Navy League of the United States; Alfonso King, Retired M.S.G. United States Air Force (member of West Bloomfield Michigan Macon-Thomas Tuskegee Airmen Chapter); as well as Dave Powell, Dean of Western Michigan University College of Aviation and Sidney Adams, Jr., a dedicated Battle Creek Civic Leader, private pilot and member of the Organization of Black Airline Professionals. Mr. Adams was co-founder of a Summer Aviation camp for area youth. He was appointed by Governors Engler and Granholm to serve on the Michigan Aeronautics Commission. Presently he serves on the Advisory Board of WMU College of Aviation.

In addition to attending this special presentation, don’t miss your chance to visit the RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit! The exhibit will be open pen to the general public on FRIDAY, APRIL 18, starting at 8:00 am in the parking lot lo on Van Buren Street, across from the times he entrance to Battle Creek Central High School. Seating is limited with several seating seat throughout the day.

Seating times are: 8:00 am • 8:45 am • 9:30 am a • 10:15 am pm 11:00 am • 12:15 pm • 1:00 pm • 1:45 pm • 2:30 2

FREE Inspirational Dog Tags!

Come e and Enjoy Seats MUST be e reserved re eserved by calling Neighborhoods, hoods, Inc. at (269) 968-1113.

it’s free!

Call 269-965-3955 for a Battle Creek Shopper News Ad NEW OWNERS:

HOP ON OVER.

JOIN US FOR EASTER BRUNCH SUNDAY, APRIL 20 • 1 PM IN THE EVENT CENTER $2 24.95 per er Adult • $9.95 5 per chiild l Childre en 4 & under eat for free

Mike & Julie Flook

WEEKEND

April 11th & 12th

LIVE BAND FRI. & SAT. AT 9:30 “Sierra Shame”

Try Our Home Cooked Lunch & Dinners!

FEATURING A SPECIAL MENU OF DELECTABLE DISHES: Personalized Eggs and Omelets Honey Glazed Applewood Smoked Ham Cajun Spiced Prime Rib of Beef Fresh Seafood Station Pastries and Sweets Charcuterie Display and more! Reservvati a ons are required and are at be being accept ept pted now through April 18. Please call cal 877.FKC.8777.

Classic Rock & New Country

22575 Bedford Rd. (M-37), North of Battle Creek

269.721.8710

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11am-11pm; Fri. & Sat. 11am-2am; Sun. Noon-11pm

I-94 to Exit 104 | 11177 Michigan Avenue | Battle Creek, MI 49014 Menu items subject to change. Management reserves all rights.

Bickford Easter Egg Hunt! Kids Hop-in for an East Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny!

Saturday April 19, 2014 at 2:00PM â&#x20AC;˘ Children ages 0-10 years are welcome â&#x20AC;˘ Children in attendance must be accompanied by an adult.

(269) 288-2890 1346 W. Columbia Ave. Battle Creek

FREE PARENTING CLASSES www.alternativescc.org

Memory loss requires specialized care. Fortunately, that’s our specialty. “I love working at The Legacy at The Oaks. To make a difference in someone’s life and help their family through a difﬁcult time is priceless. Along with that, you become family. The love you feel from staff, residents, and family members is incredible, it makes coming to work something to look forward to.” -Tawnee Copland, LPN

PARKINSON’S DISEASE

AWARENESS DAY Join Brronson and Senior Health Partners for a free Parkin P nson’’s Disease Awareness Day on Saturdaay, Ap pril 26 from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Bronsoon Batttle C Creek Outpatient Center, 300 Noorth A Ave. in Battle Creek. Onsite registration begins at 10 a.m.. Enjoy acctivitiees inclluding: Đ !!Ƌ %(2!.) *Ƌ ++% !Ƌ .! 0)!*0Ƌı ĲƋ %#ƋđƋ +1 Ƌ00$!. ,5Ƌ %/ 1//%+* Đ Ƌ %#ƋđƋ +1 Ƌ!4!. %/!Ƌ !)+*/0. 0%+*/ Đ 4$% %00+./Ƌ$%#$(%#$0%*#Ƌ'!5Ƌ .'%*/+*Ě/Ƌ %/! /!Ƌ/!.2% !/ Đ .!/!**0 0%+*/Ƌ 5Ƌ .'%*/+*Ě/Ƌ %/! /!Ƌ$! (0$Ƌ!4,!.0/ ĐƋ .!!Ƌ(11* $

Come see how good life can be The Legacy at The Oaks - call today to schedule a personal tour! 706 North Avenue • Battle Creek, MI 49017 269-964-4655 • theoakshc.com

Ready for Summer?

LOSE 20-40+ LBS. IN 40 DAYS

GUARANTEED! Mike lost 95lbs in 80 days!

How? Come to our workshop & find out! "Nutrimost has completely surpassed my expectations! It's given me a life...literally! I have more energy and NO knee pain after losing 71 lbs in under 3 months.â&#x20AC;?

IN-OFFICE WORKSHOP

"I can't believe I lost 95 POUNDS doing Nutrimost! Thank you Dr. Mark and the staff at Nutrimost for encouraging me. I am a changed person in SO many ways!" "I had tried EVERYTHING! I exercised and ate healthy and I still couldn't lose the 15lbs I had put on since turning 40. I lost 15 lbs in 20 days! My labs show that my hormones are now in balance...and I've kept the weight off for the past 8 months...eating foods I love!"

Monday, April 14th 6:15 PM

Call to reserve your spotâ&#x20AC;Ś or to schedule your own private appointment

1346 W. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek

269-964-4044

Battle Creek SHOPPER NEWS, Delivered Free to Over 50,000 Area Homes - April 10, 2014 Page 30

Apartment Community

Call for our

You won’t believe what we can do for you!

Get up to $800 in FREE RENT! 2 Bedroom 1 Bath 2 Bedroom 2 Bath • Unique floor plans • The BEST maintenance men in Battle Creek! • Assigned Carports • Beautiful heated pool & sundeck • Central Air • Oversized Screened in porches • Upgrades Available (you should see them!)

269 Peak Management

963-2365

907-B Capital Ave. SW Battle Creek, MI

Battle Creek's Finest Apartments & Assisted Living Homes Contact Judy Morey to reserve your advertising space

269-965-3955 X228

Spring over to

Easter

O PEN HO USEh

April 11t 10am-5pm

Liberty Commons SUN HOMES

and SAVE!

Apply online

www.bedfordhills.net

888-898-8213 * Some restrictions apply

$399.00 MOVES YOU IN!

269-753-0062 TTY#711 183 West St., Battle Creek, MI 49037 Located one block west of the Battle Creek Health System, on the corner of Emmett & West St., and two blocks north of Central High School.

Our Homes are starting at only

749

298

MOVES YOU IN

No Application Fees Ever!

1 BEDROOM APTS starting at $410 2 BEDROOM APTS starting at $495 3 BEDROOM APTS starting at $530 4 BEDROOM APTS starting at $540

Ask about our “Rental Assistance”

OFFICE HOURS M-F 9am-5pm

180 Carl Ave.,Battle Creek

Professionally managed by KMG Prestige

269-962-6209

EMAIL:westbrookplace@kmgprestige.com • Income restrictions apply

(off Dickman)

Section 8 Accepted • Foreclosure Friendly T.T.Y. 1-800-649-3777 M, T, TH, F 9am to Noon & 1 to 5 pm

Battle Creek SHOPPER NEWS, Delivered Free to Over 50,000 Area Homes - April 10, 2014 Page 31

TREE TOP RIDGE

HAS 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS READY TO GO! CALL FOR YOUR SPECIAL NOW!

R IVER OAKS Only Gated Community in Battle Creek

1 & 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes

• $99 Deposit • Washer/Dryer Hook-Ups

• Central Air • Small Pets Welcome

• Playground • Swimming Pool • Pet Friendly • Wired Java Cyber Cafe & Wii Bowling • Newly Renovated

TREE TOP RIDGE APARTMENTS

(269) 660-8700 120 Riverside Drive, Battle Creek, MI 49015 Peak Management

Monday - Friday 9-5 Restrictions Apply

What’s all the Buzz About? Reduced Application Fee! With this ad

• 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes • Private Entrances • 2 Full Bathrooms • Free Washer & Dryer • 24 Hour Fitness Center • Pet Friendly

Brookstone

APARTMENTS

5500 Dahlia Drive

226 Taft Court, Battle Creek, MI

269-964-2300

269.

979.8707

Income Restrictions Apply

Some restrictions apply

Battle Creek's Finest Apartments & Assisted Living Homes Contact Judy Morey to reserve your advertising space

269-965-3955 X228 Move in the month of April and receive extremely LOW move in costs and June

RENT FREE!

Climax Country Estates

Southwest Michigan’s Newest 55+ Community

Holly Park

“A peaceful Place to Call Home”

*14 mo. lease and pay May’s Rent

Open House Friday, April 11, 2014 Rochester Battle Creek I-94 west to Climax Exit 92; turn left onto Mercury Drive, Mercury changes into “MN”Ave. Left on 42nd Street and left on East “ON” Ave 1/4 mile on right..

• • • • • • •

Pets welcome Full basements Private entry Washer/Dryer Hook-up Mini Blinds Mail delivered to front door Hardwood floors 10 Wynd Tree Drive, Springfield, Michigan 49037 www.wyndtreetownhomes.com

Stop in or call today

M-F 9am-5pm

269-968-1111 Managed by Peak Management

Limewood Apartments

BEAUTIFUL & PEACEFUL

at Climax Country Estates simple - Downsize

make life more to an easier way of living.

• Family owned and operated • 2 model site homes or custom order your 2 or 3 bedroom home • 32 premium sites available, several floor plans • Attached garage and porch • 6/12 pitch roof, vinyl siding, shingled roof and drywall throughout. • Clubhouse

• RV Storage • Lawn and snow removal services • Conveniently located between Battle Creek & Kalamazoo

$15 application fee

FULLY OR SEMI-FURNISHED STUDIOS & 1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE • • • •

Washer/Dryer Hook-up Ample Storage Single Story Walking distance from KCC • Pet friendly Restrictions apply

269-963-1151

(269) 746-4074

572 Limewood Dr.

14344 East on Avenue, Climax

www.limewood-apartments

www.climaxcountryestates.com

Battle Creek SHOPPER NEWS, Delivered Free to Over 50,000 Area Homes - April 10, 2014 Page 32

Great Move-In Specials! Hidden Lane

Apartments & Townhomes “The best kept secret in Battle Creek”

Updated&Remodeled Breakfast Bar & Walk-in Closet

Deluxe 1 Bedroom

pring avings

(820 sq ft)

BEAUTIFUL

“WOODSY”

VIEW

KITCHEN W/LARGE BAR

• 1BR...$450-$460 • 2BR...$545-$555 • 3BR...$600-$615 KITCHEN W/LARGE BAR

• Close to Federal Center • Close to KCC • Sparkling Pool • Pennfield Schools • Small Dogs & Cats Welcome

Studio Apt. Coming Soon! 620 sq. ft. 1 BR Available Also Personal Showings At Your Convenience

Call NOW! 963-8897

612 Garrison Rd., Battle Creek * Some restrictions apply

$15 App. Fee

Heat, Water & Trash included on most units

Georgetown Estates

965-5736 1975 E. Columbia Ave, Battle Creek *Some Restrictions Apply * Section 8 Welcome

Battle Creek's Finest Apartments & Assisted Living Homes Contact Judy Morey to reserve your advertising space

269-965-3955 X228

SPRING SPECIALS At the …

3 BR Town Home coming soon! Studios and 1 & 2 BR Apartments

Arbors of B a t t l e C re e k

Affordable Rent Options Starting At

$460* 1 bedroom $565* 2 bedroom *income limits apply, call for details

* Restrictions Apply

1 BR starting at $450 2 BR starting at $485

Specials: up to $500 in FREE RENT Subject to availability

Certain restrictions apply

$200 off your move or First Full Months Rent!

• “FREE” Moving Truck • Pennfield Schools

• $200 Deposit • Redecorated Units

Restrictions apply

Say yes to the address

MINGES CREEK VILLAGE

10 Rambling Rd.

151 Minges Creek Place Battle Creek

269-979-9500 APPLY ONLINE www.elementmgt.com M-F 9am-6pm • Sat 10am-5pm Sun Noon-4pm

Washer and Dryer in each apartment! No monthly pet rent! $200 security deposit!

269-963-2320

1417 CAPITAL AVE., NE

Mon.-Fri. 9AM - 5PM • Sat. 10AM - 2PM

269.979.3336 facebook.com/mingescreekvillage TTY 800.649.3777

Quality Apartment Homes

(269) 979-5432 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Private Entrance, Pool and Playground Full-size Washer and Dryer Hook-ups www.tealrunapartmenthomes.com 5235 Horizon Drive (off Glen Cross) – Battle Creek –

Battle Creek's Finest Apartments & Assisted Living Homes Contact Judy Morey to reserve your advertising space

269-965-3955 X228

Hop In To

Arbor Pointe for our

We are now taking applications for 2 & 3 bedroom Town Homes.

Spacious TownHomes 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes • • • •

Bus Pick-up on site Washer/Dryer Hook-ups Huge Pool Pet Friendly

Villas of Charlemagne

• • • •

Basements Fireplaces Fitness Center Playground

Rent may be based on income for those who qualify. Barrier Free unit, if available.

Villas of Charlemagne 709 Toulouse Blvd. Battle Creek, MI 49017

arborpointe-townhomes.com * restrictions apply

*section 8 accepted

Apartments • 1 & 2 Bedrooms • Friendly Atmosphere! • 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Townhomes

Located 1/2 mile North of Roosevelt just off Garrison.

Please call 269-962-1400

For the hearing impaired, please call

TTY 1-800-649-3777

420 Arbor Pointe Dr.

660.1920

Bent Tree

59 Laura Lane Professionally managed by Medallion Management, Inc. medallionmgmt.com This institution is an equal opportunity provider

269

(on Hwy 37)

962-4803

We keep more parts on hand than you can shake a stick at...

For all your heating and cooling needs Call 441-1900 today!

269-425-6606 Williams Custom Tile, Inc. Guaranteed Professional Work • • • •

Floors Showers Countertops Backsplashes

Installer/Owner William Hux

• • • •

Ceramic Porcelain Marble Granite & Stone

• Bathroom Remodels • Laminates • Pre-finished Hardwood

Licensed & Insured FREE ESTIMATES

and More!

Ron Lapland 4744 Beckley Rd. Battle Creek (Across from Cracker Barrel)

Buy local...

happiness!

OPENING Wednesday, April 16th!

Spring is ﬁnally here, and that makes everyone happy. This year at K-Drive, we’re growing new ways to keep you happy all season long!

GREENHOUSE TOUR! APRIL 17 ONLY! Take a FREE behind-the-scenes K-Drive Tour—Thursday, April 17th only—at 10, 12, 2, 4 & 6pm. Learn what makes akes K-Drive different—from ent—from the history of our greenhouse, ouse, to what we grow, including new plant varieties! Participants need ed to check in at the register when they arrive for the he 30 minute tour.

SENIOR DAY! WED., APRIL 16! Today and every Wednesday, dnesday, seniors 55+ save 10% on your entire entire purchase!

NEW CLASSES! BETTER G GROWING! Sign up for one o of our exciting NEW CLASSES this season, aand become the gardener you’ve always wanted wante to be... Check out the details at kdrivegreen kdrivegreenhouse.com!

Buy local... grow happiness... at K-Drive!

kdrivegreenhouse.com 4792 K Drive South, East Leroy | 269.729.4500

Open Monday thru Sunday 9-6 and Thursday 9-8

‘‘14 ‘1 14 Ch C Chev Chevy hevy y Silverado Sillver Si erad ado ad do 1500 15 500 00

‘14 ‘1 14 Ch C Chev Chevy evy y Silverado Silver Si Sil lverad ado do 4x4 4x4 4x 4

Crew cab, 12,000 miles

Crew, V8, trailer tow

399

‘08 ‘08 ‘0 8 Ca C Cadi Cadillac dill llac ll lac STS STS

‘10 ‘1 10 Chev Ch Chevy hev e y 2500 2 00 25 0H HD D Duramax 4x4, crew, like new condition NADA $39,500

17,995 $

289/mo.

Chevy C Chev Ch hev vy Ma M Mali Malibus lib libu bus bu s

5,988

34,985

AWD, loaded, new car trade, very clean

ONLY

‘14 ‘1 14 Ch Chev Chevy evy ev y Im IImpala Impa pala la la

36,080

139

219

229

‘07 ‘0 07 Ch C Chev Chevy hev evy y 2500 25 500 H HD D

many to choose LS - LTs

Duramax, 4x4, super cab, trailer tow

16,887

199

/mo.

Chevy Chev C Ch hevy y Cruzes Cruz C Cr ruzes es starting at

229

/mo.

‘13 ‘1 13 B Buick uic ick ck Vera V Verano erano no

THOUSAND$

‘10 ‘1 10 Ch C Chevy hev evy y Equinox Equi Eq uino inox x $

$AVE

Several to choose from LS- LT - LTZs starting at

‘‘11 ‘1 11 11 Do D Dodg Dodge d e Jo dge J Journey our urne ney ne y

/mo.

‘04 ‘0 04 Ch Chev Chevy evy yB Blazer lazer laz er

/mo.

College Chevrolet ... the small town dealer that makes you feel like family. “I pledge to provide the best customer experience, lowest possible prices and highest trade values available. Come experience the College Chevrolet difference.” Chip Murdoch

517-629-2151 • 1-800-372-4644 o g It Pays toGE to COLLE

333 Bemer St., Albion

WWW.COLLEGECHEVY.COM

Rob Sours

Chuck Hiatt

Mark Wasick

Erin Dirschell

Eric Lison

Mark Mathie

Matt McGuigan

Dan Smith

John Williams

Thomas Swope

Lance Waito

Victoria VanHorn

HOURS: Mon. & Wed. 8:30-8:00;Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 8:30-6:00; Sat. 9:00-3:00 **With 20% down & T.T.L. W.A.C. See dealer for details.

VEHICLES WANTED Will pay 200 - 5,000 WILL BUY YOUR UNWANTED CAR OR TRUCK RUNNING OR NOT! $

Call me first… I pay more!

269-223-3588 Professional Apparel Company

MEDICAL UNIFORM STORE 847 Main Street,, Battle Cr Creek reek PAC, the original uniform store, provides high quality work apparel to medical professionalss in Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, Marshall and the surrounding communities. On top of being the largest provider of uniforms in the area, we also offer: t the LARGEST SELECTION of scrubs, doctor’s coats, lab coats and medical accessories t in-house CUSTOM EMBROIDERY with a high quality, fast turn-around t the corporate required uniform styles and colors for all major hospitals, including BORGESS, BRONSON & OAKLAWN in stock everyday

PAINTING

t the convenience of PAYROLL DEDUCTION* t solid scrubs with coordinating SEASONAL PRINTS t ALL YOUR FAVORITE BRAND NAMES

FREE

ESTIMATES professionalapparel.com | LIKE US ON FACEBOOK /professionalapparel

Take $5 Off your purchase of $25 or more.

MUST PRESENT COUPON AT TIME OF PURCHASE.

Thursday, April 10 – Thursday, April 17, 2014 IN-STORE PURCHASES ONLY. EXCLUSIONS MAY APPLY. *WITH PARTICIPATING FACILITIES.

BATTLE CREEK

269.963.4390 M-F 9-6 SAT 9-3

Exterior/Interior House Painting Deck Washing and Staining Drywall Repairs Concrete Staining Epoxy Garage Floors

Call Now for Early Spring Start! THURSTON-CELARDO PAINTING 269-963-2684 LLC

We Buy Guns!

SOIL TESTING

and

Need 9mm, .22, .223, .380 & Others - Cash Paid Private Gun Collections, Estate Collections Any Year • Any Size, Make & Model

Hundreds of Guns In-Stock!

Bring a sample to the Battle Creek store

Gardens - Sat., April 12 • 9am - 1pm Lawns - Sat., April 26 • 9am - 1pm

269-963-5588 BUILD IT - DEFEND IT!

Now taking orders for Sweet Potato Plants

4 S TA G E L AW N P R O G R A M Now is the time to purchase!

Climax 14325 “OP” Ave. 269-746-4286

Locally Owned & Operated for over 90 Years

Capital

Hamblin Battle Creek H Farm Bureau Dickman Rd

Battle Creek 295 Hamblin Ave. 269-962-4025

M-66

Jackson

Exit 92 . Dr ry rcu e M Climax Village

McCamly

Battle Creek Farm Bureau H OP Avenue

44th St.

42nd St.

I-94 MN Avenue

FARM BUREAU Washington

Exit 85

FFL Transfers - Only $35 100 S. Kendall St., Battle Creek

• Rhubarb Plants • Asparagus Plants • Seed Potatoes • Onion Sets • Bulk and Package Seed • Strawberries

Battle Creek

Ammo

Open Saturdays in April & May ‘til 1pm We reserve the right to limit quantities.

MONDAY-FRIDAY 8:30 TO 5:00 • SATURDAY 8:30 TO 1:00 PM • CLIMAX STORE OPEN AT 8AM

New Hours: Mon.-Fri. 7:30am-5:00pm; Sat 8:00am-2:00pm

Industrial Strength Opportunities with Looking for stability, great pay, benefits and bonuses? Kelly Services is hiring for all shifts with a premier manufacturing company in Kalamazoo, MI. Enjoy the following benefits: •Temporary-to-hire and Direct Hire Opportunities •Weekly Pay •Service bonus and holiday pay •Referral bonuses •Access to online training programs •A fantastic team that cares about YOUR future THE H I

DE L

IN G

5144 Sprinkle Rd., Portage, MI 49002 EOE

Visit Kelly Services at the Battle Creek Regional Job fair on Thursday, April 17th from 9:00am – 12:00pm at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek, MI.

To apply please send resume to 3336@kellyservices.com or call 269-589-9368

Now hiring for the following positions: •Assembly/Production •Material Handler •Shipping/Receiving •Fabricators •CNC/CMM Operators

V UA LITY F SER O

Measurably better employees.

Our Customers are Hiring!

“Thank you for everything you did to find a job that worked for me.” Hilary Davis

The Simple Step to Getting Hired: Do what Hilary did! Apply at www.employmentgroup.com Call 269.788.9000 and ask about our $100 Referral Bonus & $250 Drawing! 4651 W. Dickman Rd, Battle Creek Extended Hours on Wednesday’s, Interviews 2pm-6pm

Spring Into Action at … DENSO Manufacturing Michigan, Inc., a premier employer, has 85 immediate openings for fast-paced production assembly and fork lift drivers. Walk-ins are welcome! •$9.00 - $10.80 an hour for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts •Holiday Pay, Service Bonus, and Recognition Awards •$100 for Referrals – Ask How! •Invest in your future. Invest in a 401k. Attend a job fair at our branch office, and bring your high school diploma or GED. MON. APRIL 14TH TUE. APRIL 15TH WED. APRIL 16TH FRI. APRIL 11TH 2:00 - 3:30 PM 2:00 - 4:30 PM 2:00 - 4:00 PM 9:00 - 11:30 AM

THE H I

IN G

2245 W. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek 269-962-8541

Send resumes to 3337@kellyservices.com

Don’t miss your shot! We are hiring top talent in Engineering, IT, Customer Service, Administrative, CNC, Quality, and Maintenance positions.

DE L

Not free during the week? Come see us at our Branch office on … SAT. APRIL 12TH 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

V UA LITY F SER O

EOE

ATTENTION PENNFIELD TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS Pennfield Township will be hosting a Public Forum on

Wednesday, April 23rd at 6:00pm at the

Pennfield Middle School Cafeteria to receive feedback/comments/suggestions on the possibility of placing a

â&#x20AC;&#x153;road repair millageâ&#x20AC;? on the November 4, 2014 election ballot with all monies dedicated to local and secondary road repairs within Pennfield Township. We have invited representatives from both the Calhoun County Road Department and the Calhoun County Board of Commissioners.

Additional information will be distributed at the meeting. Please contact Township Supervisor Rob Behnke at either 269-968-8549 or via email at rob@pennfieldtwp.com if you should have any additional questions.

Calhoun County Residents RECYCLERAMA Sat., April 26 Rain or Shine 9am-1pm Kellogg Comm. College, 450 N. Ave., Lot H, Battle Creek, MI (Enter Circle Drive off North Ave.) ❑ Tube and CFL light bulbs ❑ Aerosol cans ❑ Items containing ❑ Paint Thinner/ mercury Turpentine ❑ Motor oil ❑ Oil and Lead based ❑ Cleaners/Caustics/ paint Solvents ❑ Pesticides/Herbicides ❑ Sharps-inside plastic ❑ Medications coffee container/laun❑ Antifreeze dry detergent bottle ❑ Brake fluid with lid or approved ❑ Transmission fluid sharps container ❑ Household batteries ❑ Clean polystyrene ❑ Electronic equipment (Styrofoam#6)-NO ❑ Latex paint packing peanuts ❑ Bicycles ❑ Tires-NO rims, car and ❑ Clothing truck tires only (7 tire limit ❑ Appliances per vehicle/trailer unless ❑ Fire extinguishers you have a haulers license) ❑ Small propane cylinders Accepting the following items at no cost to you!

We will not be collecting newspaper, cardboard, glass, metal, and plastic at this event.

For more information on this event, contact the Calhoun County Public Health Department at (269)969-6341. You can also check for updated information on our Facebook page: Calhoun County Recycling or our website www.calhouncountyrecycling.com

Yes! We Have the Best!

SCHEDULE YOUR TEST DRIVE TODAY! GREAT CAR!

FAMILY CAR

2007 FORD TAURUS V-6, auto., all power.

4,500

Yes, Only …

1993 FORD TEMPO 4 cyl., auto.

GREAT TRUCK!

1996 FORD RANGER 4 cyl., manual.

Plus FREE 24-month Parts Warranty*

GREAT 4X4!

1995 DODGE DAKOTA V-8, 4X4, capper top.

1,790 Yes, Only …$2,790 Yes, Only …$2,790

Yes, Only …

269-962-9521

3500 DICKMAN ROAD, SPRINGFIELD *Ask for complete details.

airwayautoparts.com

We would like to introduce

Please call the office for more details.

3333 5th Avenue, Springfield (Located between Ryder Truck & Billâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pizza Factory /east off of Helmer Rd.)

office: 269.565.3333 Fax: 269.565.3335 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Visit our Website: bradgraysautobodyllc.com

NEW!

S e n i o s r p i h s r e b m e M M e m b e rships d i a p e r P w/ Starting at Leagues *Call us for $3 00 details 2

269-965-0809

200 - 5000

I BUY ALL CARS & TRUCKS!

Call me first… I pay more! 269-223-3588

WE BUY CARS!

“Like Us” on

2004 Buick Rendezvous CXL

2010 Nissan Altima

Clean, low miles

Dark gray, leather, moonroof, only 47k miles

7,990

Reduced ...

13,990

2011 Ford Taurus SEL

2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

Silver, leather, moonroof, only 20k miles

Stow N’ Go, silver, only 48k miles, shows the best of care

19,990

14,990

2013 Ford Fusion SE

2011 Ford F-150 XLT

2.0, dark red, super clean, low miles

Crew cab, race red, only 46k miles

Reduced ...

19,990

Reduced ... $26,990

15081 W. Michigan Ave., Marshall “Like Us” on

269-781-3981 Check out our entire inventory at www.boshearsfordsales.com

Top Dollar for your trade in!

Hours: M Monday 8AM to 8PM;Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 8AM to 6PM; Saturday 8AM to 1PM

Battle Creek Shopper News, Delivered Free to over 50,000 Area Homes - April 10, 2014 - Page 60

HERITAGE CHEVROLET

(269) 964-9431 See our entire inventory on line at www.heritagechevy.com 350 W. Dickman Road

2 YEAR FREE MAINTENANCE ON ALL NEW CHEVY’S 2014 CRUZE LT

2014 MALIBU LT

LEASE FOR 39 MO./10K

174

MONTH

WITH $1,946.00 DUE

#3779

WITH $2,078.00 DUE

#3739

2014 IMPALA

2014 EQUINOX

LEASE FOR 39 MO./10K

248

MONTH

WITH $2,603.00 DUE

#9928

2014 SILVERADO LT

2014 SILVERADO

DOUBLE DOOR LEASE FOR 39 MO./10K

CREW CAB LEASE FOR 39 MO./10K

239

MONTH

322 MONTH

WITH $2,312.00 DUE

#5051

199 MONTH

WITH $2,456.00 DUE

#3602

199

WITH $2,771.00 DUE

#9844

*All lease payments plus 6% tax. Lease terms 39 months, 10,000 miles per year. Deal #’s 63705.

NEW DEMO SALE !!! *

2014 CHEVY IMPALA 2LT

#17967. V-6, leather, 4,000 miles. Was $33,550

NOW

28,990

2013 KIA SOUL

21900

13,990 OR

mo.

2013 DODGE RAM 1500

#18130. 18K miles, 4x4, loaded. Book $29,050

NOW

405

25,595 OR

#18071. 30+ MPG, 3,000 miles. Was $25,370

mo.

2014 SILVERADO DBL CAB 4X4 W/T #18116. Loaded, 4,000 miles. Was $36,090

22,990

NOW

#18081. 26K miles, Hamster approved!

NOW

2014 CHEV EQUINOX LS

2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER #18101. 42K miles, 4x4.

NOW

19,999 OR

2012 DODGE AVENGER #18088. 38K miles, loaded.

NOW

219

13,990 OR

#18082. 37K miles, loaded.

NOW

mo.

25900

16,390 OR

mo.

2012 FIAT 500 POP PKG.

mo.

* Rebate to dealer.

#18103. 35K miles, auto., loaded.

NOW

205

12,690 OR

#18073. All Star package. Was $39,390

mo.

31,999

NOW

2013 NISSAN ROGUE

31900

29,999

NOW

2014 SILVERADO DOUBLE DOOR 4X4

2009 PONTIAC G6 $

18900

11,999 OR

mo.

26,999

NOW

#18118. Moonroof, P/seat, 55K miles.

NOW

2014 CHEV IMPALA 1LT

#18069. New style, loaded, 4,000 miles. M.S.R.P. $30,860

2013 DODGE RAM 2500

#18085. 14K miles, Hemi, crew 4x4, loaded. Book $36,050

NOW

48900

30,990 OR

mo.

2012 MITSUBISHI GALLANT 2013 CHEVY CAPTIVA SPORT #18087. Sporty, loaded, 33K miles.

NOW

12,990 OR

* (0 down) 75 months, 5.5%, tax, title, license due.

209

mo.

#18076. Loaded, 28K miles, replaced Saturn Vue.

ONLY

28900

18,390 OR

Shop www.heritagechevy.com • Shop www.heritagechevy.com • Shop www.heritagechevy.com

mo.

• www.heritagechevy.com • www.heritagechevy.com • www.heritagechevy.com • www.heritagechevy.com • www.heritagechevy.com • www.heritagechevy.com •

Shop www.heritagechevy.com • Shop www.heritagechevy.com • Shop www.heritagechevy.com