theTable Meals at The Springs Church

Sept. 29: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Book Sale at the CS Library

Sept.28-Oct. 1: The Cedar Springs Friends of the Library is having a book sale at the Cedar Springs Public Library. The sale is Wednesday, September 28^th through Friday, September 30 from 10 am to 6 pm and Saturday, October 1^st from 9 am to 12 Noon. Hardcover books are $1 and paperbacks are 50¢. All proceeds support library programs. #38,39

Homecoming Tailgate Dinner

Sept. 30: Cedar Springs FFA Alumni 2^nd Annual Homecoming Tailgate Dinner is Friday, September 30^th in the Cedar Springs High School parking lot from 5 to 7 pm. Meal tickets are $10 each. Pre-sale tickets available now at Cedar Springs Mill & Supply. Stay and eat or grab and go. All proceeds benefit CSHS FFA. #37,38

Red Flannel is Chicken Time!

Oct. 1: Get your grilled chicken dinner on Red Flannel Day from the CS Rotary Club at the corner of Main and Cherry Streets from 11 am to 5 pm or until the chickens are gone. Look for the big white tent. For $10, you get 1/2 grilled chicken, potato salad, cookie and a drink. Proceeds go to support community organizations such as the CS Library; CS Community Food Pantry; ScoutsUSA Troop 222B and Cub Scout Pack 3220; Youth Leadership Training and scholarships; CS Garden Club; and others. See you then! #38,39

EnhanceFitness Classes

Oct. 3: Classes are available to any older adult. New location at the Cedar Springs Public Library, 107 N. Main St. Cedar Springs, beginning October 3rd. Enhance Fitness Classes meet 2 times a week but you can drop in anytime! Mondays and Thursdays at 10:30 am. All you need are comfortable shoes and clothes. Do what you can do! Focus on strengthing, balance, conditioning, flexibility and having fun! Make new friends! Safe and effective for older adults. Suggested donation of $3.00 per class. Silver Sneakers members attend at no cost! Schedules and COVID precautions are subject to change. Call 616-233-0283 for more information. #38,39

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theTable Meals at The Springs Church

Sept. 15,22,29: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Mobile Food Pantry

Sept. 19: The Mobile Food Pantry will be in Cedar Springs on Monday, September 19th at the Cedar Springs Fire Station, 38 N. Second St. Drive Thru: Registration begins at 4:30. At 5 pm, cars will drive up by the tables and food boxes will be loaded in their vehicles. Free food and everyone is welcomed! Mobile Food Pantry is every 3^rd Monday of the month. #37

Blood Drive at CS Library

Sept. 20: The Cedar Springs Public Library will be hosting a Blood Drive in their Community Room next Tuesday, September 20^th with appointments available from 12:30-7pm. To sign up for an appointment, please call 1-866-642-5663 or visit versiti.org/MI.  Be the difference in your community and help save 3 lives in little as one hour! #37

Fall Rummage Sale

Sept. 22-24: The Sand Lake United Methodist Women are hosting their Fall Rummage Sale September 22 – 24. Thursday and Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm. Located at 65 W. Maple (NW corner of the park). You can still donate items for the sale this weekend on Friday or Saturday, September 16 and 17, from 10 am to 6 pm. #37,38

Fairy Festival at HCNC

Sept. 24: Join us for an afternoon of fun crafts and a walk in the woods in search of fairy doors. Saturday, September 24^th at 1 pm. Howard Christiansen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Dr., Kent City. Door prizes and raffle. Dress up encouraged. $5 for nonmembers and $3 for members. www.howardcity.org 616-675-3158. #37,38

Homecoming Tailgate Dinner

Sept. 30: Cedar Springs FFA Alumni 2^nd Annual Homecoming Tailgate Dinner is Friday, September 30^th in the Cedar Springs High School parking lot from 5 to 7 pm. Meal tickets are $10 each. Pre-sale tickets available now at Cedar Springs

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God’s Kitchen in Cedar Springs

Sept. 13,20,27: Join us for dinner every Tuesday. God’s Kitchen – Cedar Springs welcomes families from Northern Kent County and the surrounding area to a Tuesday Evening Meal. No charge – no registration required!  Served from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at the St. John Paul II Parish, 3110 – 17 Mile Rd., Cedar Springs. For more information, call the Church office at 616-696-3904. #35

theTable Meals at The Springs Church

Sept. 15,22,29: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

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theTable Meals at The Springs Church

Sept. 1,8,15,22,29: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

God’s Kitchen in Cedar Springs

Sept. 6,13,20,27: Join us for dinner every Tuesday. God’s Kitchen – Cedar Springs welcomes families from Northern Kent County and the surrounding area to a Tuesday Evening Meal. No charge – no registration required!  Served from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at the St. John Paul II Parish, 3110 – 17 Mile Rd., Cedar Springs. For more information, call the Church office at 616-696-3904. #35

Seniors Get Together

Sept. 12,19,26: Seniors are getting together every Monday from 10 am to 12 noon at the Cedar Springs Library. We are playing Dominoes, Rummikub, and card games etc. Serving coffee and cookies. All seniors welcome. #35

Free Series on Parenting Adolescents

Sept. 12,19,26, Oct. 10,17: Nelson Twp. Branch of KDL, 88 Eighth Street in Sand lake is hosting a Free series on Parenting Adolescents on Mondays at 6:30 pm. Raising pre-teens and teens can be hard. Join this conversation to learn tips and strategies to navigate the challenges for children and parents alike. Led by a licensed social worker in partnership with Spectrum Health. September 12 – Riding the Mood Swings. September 19 – Mental Health – Signs of Depression and Anxiety. September 26 – Parenting LGBTQIA+ Youth. October 10 – Social Media/S.O.S. and Lakeview Youth Clinic. October 17 – Positive Parenting: Picking Your Battles. #35

Explore MCC’s Nature Trails

Montcalm Community College’s Kenneth J. Lehman Nature Trails are open to the public from dawn until dusk, 365 days a year. There is no charge to visit these beautiful trails winding through forests, grasslands and wetlands. More than four miles of trails are marked with numbered trail posts and maps are available at most major trail heads. For more information, visit montcalm.edu/nature-trails or email naturetrails@montcalm.edu or call MCC Biology Instructor Heather Wesp (989) 328-1270. #35

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theTable Meals at The Springs Church

Aug. 25, Sept. 1: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

CS High School 1970’s Class Reunion

Aug. 27: The Cedar Springs High School Classes of all the 1970’s will have a reunion at Long Lake Park on the west side, off Long Lake Drive. Saturday, August 27^th from 12 noon to 4 pm. Bring a dish to pass. For more information call Chris, 616-255-5705. #33,34

BUNCO!

Sept. 2: Join us Friday, September 2nd at 6:00 pm for the fun and friendship. Open to everyone so bring a friend and make some new ones. Refreshments at 6:00, Bunco starts at 6:30, $5.00 to play. Bring a snack to share if you wish. Prizes for most Buncos, most Babies, most wins and most losses, also door prizes and 50-50 drawing! Proceeds go to a charity of the month. Games will always be the first Friday of the month through the year. Sponsored by Rockford Chapter 215, Order of the Eastern Star. Meets at Rockford Masonic Lodge, 1430 Northland Drive (near 12 Mile Rd). #34

Blood Drive at Courtland-Oakfield UMC

Sept. 4: Please join us in saving lives at our community blood drive at Courtland-Oakfield United Methodist Church on Sunday, 9/4 from 8 am – 12:15 pm. Appointments are preferred. Please call 866-642-5663 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome as the schedule allows. As a thank you, all attempting donors with a valid email will receive a $15 e-gift card. All donors are welcome to join us for breakfast and those who make an appointment will be entered to win a package of 2 steaks. Courtland-Oakfield United Methodist Church, 10295 Myers Lake NE, Rockford. #34

Red Flannel Day Talent Show Tryouts

Sept. 7,14: Looking for talented kids of all ages. The Red Flannel Talent Show is searching for singers, vocal groups, dancers, instrumentalists and variety acts for the Red Flannel Day Talent Show on Saturday, October 1st. Come in and show us what you got. So, get together with friends and family and plan your act now. Tryout schedule coming soon. Auditions scheduled for September 7^th & 14^th – at 7 pm at the Kent Theatre. Dress rehearsal on Wednesday, September 28^th at 7 pm. If you have any questions, please contact Len Allington by email, len@laphoto.com or 231-750-2337. #33,34

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theTable Meals at The Springs Church

Aug. 18,25: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Tie Dye Festival

Aug. 19,20: Come enjoy great music FREE at the Tie Dye Festival, 21249 W. Howard City – Edmore Rd., Howard City. Friday, Ausust 19 and Saturday, August 20 starting at 12:00 pm. #32,33

Seniors Get Together

Aug. 22,29: Seniors are getting together every Monday from 10 am to 12 noon at the Cedar Springs Library. We are playing Dominoes, Rummikub, and card games etc. Serving coffee and cookies. #33

Sand Lake Museum Open

Aug. 23: The Sand Lake Salisbuy Park Museum will be open Tuesday, August 23^rd from noon to 7 pm. The museum is open the fourth Tuesday of every month. #33

CS High School 1970’s Class Reunion

Aug. 27: The Cedar Springs High School Classes of all the 1970’s will have a reunion at Long Lake Park on the west side, off Long Lake Drive. Saturday, August 27^th from 12 noon to 4 pm. Bring a dish to pass. For more information call Chris, 616-255-5705. #33

Red Flannel Day Talent Show Tryouts

Sept. 7,14: Looking for talented kids of all ages. The Red Flannel Talent Show is searching for singers, vocal groups, dancers, instrumentalists and variety acts for the Red Flannel Day Talent Show on Saturday, October 1st. Come in and show us what you got. So, get together with friends and family and plan your act now. Tryout schedule coming soon. Auditions scheduled for September 7th & 14th – at 7 pm at the Kent Theatre. Dress rehearsal on Wednesday, September 28th at 7 pm. If you have any questions, please contact Len Allington by email, len@laphoto.com or 231-750-2337. #33,34

Hometown Happenings articles are a community service for non-profit agencies only. Due to popular demand for placement in this section, we can no longer run all articles. Deadline for articles is Monday at 5 p.m. This is not guaranteed space. Articles will run as space allows. Guaranteed placement is $10, certain restrictions may apply. You now can email your Hometown Happenings to happenings@cedarspringspost.com please include name and phone number for any questions we may have.

theTable Meals at The Springs Church

Aug. 11,18,25: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Concert in Velzy Park

Aug. 11: Solon Township’s Velzy Park, on Algoma, will be hosting The Boyfriend’s Band on August 11^th from 7-9 pm. Located behind the township hall, 15185 Algoma Ave.  Please bring your own chair. #31,32

Mobile Food Pantry

Aug. 15: The Mobile Food Pantry will be in Cedar Springs on Monday, August 15^th at the Cedar Springs Fire Station, 38 N. Second St. Drive Thru: Registration begins at 4:30. At 5 pm, cars will drive up by the tables and food boxes will be loaded in their vehicles. Free food and everyone is welcomed! #32

Summer Camp at HCNC

Aug. 15-19: Survival Camp. Come learn the skills needed to survive in the wilderness. Fire and shelter  building, plant foraging and emergency preparednes. No weapons. From 10 am to 2 pm, $10 per day. Ages 5-13. Bring your lunch and dress for the weather. Howard Chirstensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Dr., Kent City. Register online www.howardchristensen.org. Contact us at info@howardchristensen.org or call 616-675-3158, leave message. #31,32

Keeler Brass Reunion

Aug. 16: This year’s Keeler Brass Reunion will be held on Tuesday, August 16^th from 11 am to 3 pm at the Morley Park Pavillion, Cedar Street, Cedar Springs. Pot luck – bring a dish to pass. For more information call 616-636-5342 or 616-696-0146. #31,32

Back to School School Bash

Aug. 17: Come to the Heart of the City, 69 W. Maple St., for the Back to School School Bash from 5 to 7 pm. Games, bounce house, hot dogs, school supplies while they last. Fun for all. #32

Tie Dye Festival

Aug. 19,20: Come enjoy great music FREE at the Tie Dye Festival, 21249 W. Howard City – Edmore Rd., Howard City. Friday, Ausust 19 and Saturday, August 20 starting at 12:00 pm. #32

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theTable Meals at The Springs Church

Aug 4,11,18,25: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Montcalm Heritage Festival

Aug. 4-6: The Montcalm Heritage Festival is August 4 – 6 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Heritage Village on Montcalm Community College’s Sidney campus. Celebrating Heritage Village’s 36^th Anniversary, the festival features crafts, entertainment, historical reenactments, children’s activities and more. Free Admission and Parking! All buildings are accessible. There will be self-guided tours and entertainment at the Bandstand. Thursday, August 4 – “Honoring Senior’s Day” with special events for seniors with a quilt show. Friday August 5 –  “Children’s Day” with a children’s playhouse and pony rides. Saturday, August 6 –  “Salute to Veteran’s Day”. Vintage Baseball from 9 am to 2:30 pm, garden tour, petting zoo and an old fashioned patriotic church service. For details, visit montcalm.edu/heritage-festival or call 989-328-1065. #30,31

God’s Kitchen in Cedar Springs

Aug. 9,16,23,30: Join us for dinner every Tuesday. God’s Kitchen – Cedar Springs welcomes families from Northern Kent County and the surrounding area to a Tuesday Evening Meal. No charge – no registration required!  Served from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at the St. John Paul II Parish, 3110 – 17 Mile Rd., Cedar Springs. For more information, call the Church office at 616-696-3904. #31

Concert in Velzy Park

Aug. 11: Solon Township’s Velzy Park, on Algoma, will be hosting The Boyfriend’s Band on August 11^th from 7-9 pm. Located behind the township hall, 15185 Algoma Ave.  Please bring your own chair. #31,32

Dedication of Sand Lake Basketball Court

Aug. 13: You are invited to a ribbon cutting ceremony of the Basketball Court in Salisbury Park, Sand Lake, on Saturday, August 13^th at 6 pm in appreciation of our residents. There will be ice cream and cookies. #31

Summer Camp at HCNC

Aug. 15-19: Survival Camp. Come learn the skills needed to survive in the wilderness. Fire and shelter  building, plant foraging and emergency preparednes. No weapons. From 10 am to 2 pm, $10 per day. Ages 5-13. Bring your lunch and dress for the weather. Howard Chirstensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Dr., Kent City. Register online www.howardchristensen.org. Contact us at info@howardchristensen.org or call 616-675-3158, leave message. #31,32

Keeler Brass Reunion

Aug. 16: This year’s Keeler Brass Reunion will be held on Tuesday, August 16^th from 11 am to 3 pm at the Morley Park Pavillion, Cedar Street, Cedar Springs. Pot luck – bring a dish to pass. For more information call 616-636-5342 or 616-696-0146. #31,32

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theTable Meals at The Springs Church

July 28, Aug 4: Meals are served every Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Concert in Velzy Park

July 28: Solon Township’s Velzy Park, on Algoma, will be hosting the B-Side Growlers on July 28^th from 7-9 pm. North Kent Community Enrichment will also be there at 7 pm for an ice cream social. Located behind the township hall, 15185 Algoma Ave. Please bring your own chair. #29,30

“The Wizard of Oz” at the Kent Theatre

July 29-31: “The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition” will be performed at 7 pm on Friday, July 29th, Saturday, July 30th, as well as at 3 pm on both Saturday, July 30th and Sunday, July 31st. All shows will be at the historic Kent Theatre on Main Street in Cedar Springs. Tickets may be purchased at the box office or at the Cedar Springs Library. $10 (Adults), and $6 (kids 18 and under). #30

Montcalm Heritage Festival

Aug. 4-6: The Montcalm Heritage Festival is August 4 – 6 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Heritage Village on Montcalm Community College’s Sidney campus. Celebrating Heritage Village’s 36^th Anniversary, the festival features crafts, entertainment, historical reenactments, children’s activities and more. Free Admission and Parking! All buildings are accessible. There will be self-guided tours and entertainment at the Bandstand. Thursday, August 4 – “Honoring Senior’s Day” with special events for seniors with a quilt show. Friday August 5 –  “Children’s Day” with a children’s playhouse and pony rides. Saturday, August 6 –  “Salute to Veteran’s Day”. Vintage Baseball from 9 am to 2:30 pm, garden tour, petting zoo and an old fashioned patriotic church service. For details, visit montcalm.edu/heritage-festival or call 989-328-1065. #30,31

BUNCO 

Aug. 5: Join us Friday, August 5th for fun and friendship. Open to everyone so bring a friend and make some new ones. Price is $5.00 to play. Refreshments at 6:00, Bunco starts at 6:30. Bring a snack to share if you wish. Prizes for most Buncos, most Babies, most wins and most losses, also door prizes and ‘Share the Wealth’ drawing (tickets are $1.00 each or $5.00 for six). Games are always on the first Friday of the month and proceeds go to a local charity. Sponsored by Rockford Chapter 215, Order of the Eastern Star at Rockford Masonic Lodge, 1430 Northland Drive (near 12 Mile Rd). #30

Sand Lake Community Picnic

Aug. 7: Sunday Aug 7^th from 12:30-3:00pm. Sand Lake Community Picnic at Salisbury Park. Free Food, Good Music, Fun Games and School Supplies for the first 100 children. Sponsored by the Sand Lake Village Churches and Chamber of Commerce. #30

Community Back to School Bash

Aug. 17: The Cedar Springs Community Back to School Bash will be held on August 17^th. You can help make it a success by participating in a couple of ways. Collect school items like pencils, colored pencils, glue sticks, crayons, backpacks, folders and spiral notebooks or give a monetary donation (tax deductible) payable to City Impact Community Center, 288 N. Main St., Cedar Springs by August 15th. #30

You’ve been Hawked! Senior All Night Fundraiser

The Redhawks may “nest” in your yard for a 24 hour period. The red flamingos will have an envelope attached to one asking for a $10 donation to be placed in the envelope and the location of a friend, relative, neighbor, etc. so that the Redhawk flock may be moved to their home. Donations are voluntary and insurance may be purchased so the birds do not migrate back. Should you have any questions or to get on the list reach out to us at cshs2023sanp@gmail.com. #30

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theTable Meals at The Springs Church

July 21,28, Aug 4: Meals are served every Thursday fom 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Sand Lake Museum Open

July 26: The Sand Lake Salisbuy Park Museum will be open Tuesday, July 26^th from noon to 7 pm. The museum is open the fourth Tuesday of every month. #29

Concert in Velzy Park

July 28: Solon Township’s Velzy Park, on Algoma, will be hosting The Rhythm Masters on July 28^th from 7-9 pm. North Kent Community Enrichment will also be there at 7 pm for an ice cream social. Located behind the township hall, 15185 Algoma Ave. Please bring your own chair. #29,30

Ensley Neighborhood Crime Watch Picnic/Race Celebration

July 30: Ensley Neighborhood Crime Watch : The annual Community Picnic and 5K race will be held on Saturday, July 30 at Baptist Lake Park, located at 8810 Oak Drive, Sand Lake. The 5K race starts at 9 am with registration at 8 am. Race registration fee: Early $20.00 (includes T-shirt)- After July 18th to day of event $30.00 (race shirts limited). Registration forms available at Ensley Township Hall or online @ensleytownship.org. The picnic begins at 11:30 am. For lunch the firemen will grill hot dogs and there will be fixin’s too, for a small fee. Special guests include the Sand Lake Fire Department (trucks/equipment to view), the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Department (K9, SWAT vehicles), and the Newaygo Marine Patrol and Dive team. Kids can enjoy a bounce house. There is a 50/50 raffle, and raffles for prizes from local businesses. Proceeds from the event will help the Sand Lake Fire Department/ Ensley Fire Department to purchase rescue equipment. #26-29

Hometown Happenings articles are a community service for non-profit agencies only. Due to popular demand for placement in this section, we can no longer run all articles. Deadline for articles is Monday at 5 p.m. This is not guaranteed space. Articles will run as space allows. Guaranteed placement is $10, certain restrictions may apply. You now can email your Hometown Happenings to happenings@cedarspringspost.com please include name and phone number for any questions we may have.

theTable Meals at The Springs Church

July 21,28: Meals are served every Thursday fom 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Concert in Velzy Park

July 14: Solon Township’s Velzy Park, on Algoma, will be hosting The Rhythm Masters on July 14th from 7-9 pm. North Kent Community Enrichment will also be there at 7 pm for an ice cream social. Located behind the township hall, 15185 Algoma Ave. Please bring your own chair. #27,28

VBS at East Nelson Church

July 15,16: East Nelson Church invites you to be Outlaws for God. An adventure in the Wild West and the Word! Schedule: Friday, July 15^th from 6 – 8:30 pm, Saturday, July 16^th from 9:30 am – 2:30 pm. East Nelson Church, 9024 – 18 Mile Rd., Cedar Springs. 616-696-0661 – eastnelsonumc@yahoo.com. Registration Forms available at the beginning of each VBS day, can be picked up during Sunday Service at the Church Office. Preregistration can be done online: www.eastnelsonumc.org. #27,28

Book Sale at CS Library

July 16: The Cedar Springs Friends of the Library will be having a Book Sale during the Cedar Springs Community Summer Celebration Sidewalk Sales event on Saturday, July 16, from 10 am – 3 pm. They will have a booth set up on Main Street in downtown Cedar Springs. There will be great used books at bargain prices! Come shop downtown Cedar Springs and support the Cedar Springs Public Library! #28

Mobile Food Pantry

July 18: The Mobile Food Pantry will be in Cedar Springs on Monday, July 18^th at the Cedar Springs Fire Station, 38 N. Second St. Drive Thru: Registration begins at 4:30. At 5 pm, cars will drive up by the tables and food boxes will be loaded in their vehicles. Free food and everyone is welcomed! #28

Summer Camp at HCNC

July 18-22: Tracks, Trees and Trails. Nature is our classroom, featuring plants, animals and lots of trails to hike. Each day will feature sciene study and games. From 10am to 2pm, $10 per day. Ages 5-13. Bring your lunch and dress for the weather. Howard Chirstensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Dr., Kent City. Register online www.howardchristensen.org. Contact us at info@howardchristensen.org or call 616-675-3158, leave message. #27,28

Blood Drive at CS Library

July 19: The Cedar Springs Public Library will be hosting a Blood Drive in their Community Room next Tuesday, July 19, with appointments available from 12:30-7 pm. To sign up for an appointment, please call 1-866-642-5663 or visit versiti.org/MI. Be the difference in your community and help save 3 lives in little as one hour! #28

Ensley Neighborhood Crime Watch Picnic/Race Celebration

July 30: Ensley Neighborhood Crime Watch : The annual Community Picnic and 5K race will be held on Saturday, July 30 at Baptist Lake Park, located at 8810 Oak Drive, Sand Lake. The 5K race starts at 9 am with registration at 8 am. Race registration fee: Early $20.00 (includes T-shirt)- After July 18th to day of event $30.00 (race shirts limited). Registration forms available at Ensley Township Hall or online @ensleytownship.org. The picnic begins at 11:30 am. For lunch the firemen will grill hot dogs and there will be fixin’s too, for a small fee. Special guests include the Sand Lake Fire Department (trucks/equipment to view), the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Department (K9, SWAT vehicles), and the Newaygo Marine Patrol and Dive team. Kids can enjoy a bounce house. There is a 50/50 raffle, and raffles for prizes from local businesses. Proceeds from the event will help the Sand Lake Fire Department/ Ensley Fire Department to purchase rescue equipment. #26-29

God’s Kitchen in Cedar Springs

July 12,19,26: Join us for dinner every Tuesday. God’s Kitchen – Cedar Springs welcomes families from Northern Kent County and the surrounding area to a Tuesday Evening Meal. No charge – no registration required!  Served from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at the St. John Paul II Parish, 3110 – 17 Mile Rd., Cedar Springs. For more information, call the Church office at 616-696-3904. #27

theTable Meals at The Springs Church

July 14,21,28: Meals are served every Thursday fom 5:30 to 6:30 pm at The Springs Church on the corner of Oak and Grant. All are welcome to theTable to enjoy this free meal that is being shared with us! #tfn

Concert in Velzy Park

July 14: Solon Township’s Velzy Park, on Algoma, will be hosting The Rhythm Masters on July 14th from 7-9 pm. North Kent Community Enrichment will also be there at 7 pm for an ice cream social. Located behind the township hall, 15185 Algoma Ave. Please bring your own chair. #27,28

VBS at East Nelson Church

July 15,16: East Nelson Church invites you to be Outlaws for God. An adventure in the Wild West and the Word! Schedule: Friday, July 15^th from 6 – 8:30 pm, Saturday, July 16^th from 9:30 am – 2:30 pm. East Nelson Church, 9024 – 18 Mile Rd., Cedar Springs. 616-696-0661 – eastnelsonumc@yahoo.com. Registration Forms available at the beginning of each VBS day, can be picked up during Sunday Service at the Church Office. Preregistration can be done online: www.eastnelsonumc.org. #27,28

Summer Camp at HCNC

July 18-22: Tracks, Trees and Trails. Nature is our classroom, featuring plants, animals and lots of trails to hike. Each day will feature sciene study and games. From 10am to 2pm, $10 per day. Ages 5-13. Bring your lunch and dress for the weather. Howard Chirstensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Dr., Kent City. Register online www.howardchristensen.org. Contact us at info@howardchristensen.org or call 616-675-3158, leave message. #27,28

Ensley Neighborhood Crime Watch Picnic/Race Celebration

July 30: Ensley Neighborhood Crime Watch : The annual Community Picnic and 5K race will be held on Saturday, July 30 at Baptist Lake Park, located at 8810 Oak Drive, Sand Lake. The 5K race starts at 9 am with registration at 8 am. Race registration fee: Early $20.00 (includes T-shirt)- After July 18th to day of event $30.00 (race shirts limited). Registration forms available at Ensley Township Hall or online @ensleytownship.org. The picnic begins at 11:30 am. For lunch the firemen will grill hot dogs and there will be fixin’s too, for a small fee. Special guests include the Sand Lake Fire Department (trucks/equipment to view), the Newaygo County Sheriff’s Department (K9, SWAT vehicles), and the Newaygo Marine Patrol and Dive team. Kids can enjoy a bounce house. There is a 50/50 raffle, and raffles for prizes from local businesses. Proceeds from the event will help the Sand Lake Fire Department/ Ensley Fire Department to purchase rescue equipment. #26-29