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Red Flannel Festival Queen Scholarship Donations

Nov. 1: Red Flannel Festival Queen Scholarship donations still being accepted! Please help us reach $10,000 goal for our 2012 Red Flannel Queen and Court! 100% of all donations are used for college scholarships for the young women of Cedar Springs! Please consider donating on-line, www.redflannelfestival.org or mailing any tax-deductible amount to: Queen Scholarship Fund, PO Box 43, Cedar Springs, MI 49319. #41-44p

Huge Book Sale

Nov. 1-3: Huge book sale sponsored by the Sand Lake/Nelson Township Library at the Sand Lake VFW Hall on the corner of 5th and Lake Street in Sand Lake on Thursday & Friday, November 1-2 10am-7pm, Saturday, November 3 10am-2pm. #44

Annual Fall Festival

Nov. 3: The Cedar Springs United Methodist Church Women’s Group is having their annual Fall Festival on Sat. Nov. 3rd from 9 am to 2 pm. Come start your Christmas shopping with us. We will have crafts, gently used jewelry, books, toys, knick knacks, Christmas decorations, along with baked goods. Proceeds are going to the CS United Methodist Women’s missions. #43,44p

Surviving the Holidays

Nov. 4: No matter how long it’s been since your loved one died, grief can make the holidays a painful time. But there’s hope. Join us for an encouraging seminar that will help you survive the holidays and discover new reasons to enjoy them again. Grief Share is Sunday Nov. 4th at 2 pm. Cedar Springs United Methodist Church, 140 S. Main St. RSVP if childcare is needed to 616-696-1140. #43,44p

Dinner at the Legion

Nov. 5: The American Legion, 80 S. Main St. Cedar Springs, is hosting a Baked Chicken dinner on Monday, Nov. 5, from 5 – 7 pm. Included will be mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, veggies, rolls, dessert and drink. All dinners are $9, children 17 and under $4. Take out is available. #44p

Turkey Dinner

Nov. 7: The East Nelson United Methodist Church will be serving roast turkey with dressing, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad and homemade desserts from 5-7pm. The cost of the meal is by donation. Come join us for a delicious meal. If you should have any questions, please contact the church at 616-696-0661. #44p

Women’s Ministry Event

Nov. 9: A “Transforming Experience” will be held at the Solon Center Wesleyan Church on Friday, November 9 at 7pm. A guest speaker will give her inspirational testimony and there will be special music with audience participation, food and door prizes promising a fun and TRANSFORMING Experience. Tickets are just $5, and all proceeds will go to help meet the personal needs of the girls of Kwirenyi High School in Kenya. The church is located at 15671 Algoma Avenue, just north of 19 Mile Road. For tickets contact the church office at 696-3229. Everyone welcome! #44,45b

Holiday Bazaar

Nov. 10: Local crafters, bake sale, card corner, Christmas decorations, drawings for quilt & craft items will be at Bethel Lutheran Church on M-46 (just east of Old 131/Federal Rd.) on Saturday, November 10, 9am-2pm. Breakfast and lunch will be served. #44

Widow’s Weekend Bazaar

Nov. 10: Widow’s weekend bazaar will be held on November 10 from 9am-3pm at the Cedar Springs American Legion, 80 S. Main. Sponsored by the Glen Hill Unit 287 Auxiliary. There will be garage sale merchandise, arts and crafts, bake sale, and more. For more info call 570-2830. #44

Sand Lake Lions Club Variety Sale

Nov. 10: 9am-3pm at the Sand Lake United Methodist Ed. Building. Crafts, gently used toys and clothing, Lions pecans and cashews, church bake sale and much more. Call 616-636-5425 or 616-347-6122 for more information. #44,45p

Christmas Delites Sale

Nov. 10: Christmas Delites Sale at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 1200 Post Drive NE, Belmont (corner of Post & Pine Island drives) Saturday, November 10, from 9 am to 3 pm. We’ll have a fabulous Cookie Walk (a +20 year tradition), Baked Goods, Crafts, and Santa’s Attic. We will raffle a handmade afghan, a brand-new indoor “Dickens Village” set, and a Johnny Secreto gourmet foods basket (see pictures of raffle items on our Facebook page at facebook.com/HolySpiritBelmont). We’ll be taking orders for Michigan-grown and made Christmas Wreaths, for pick-up in early December. Sponsored by Holy Spirit’s ECW, the All Saints Guild, and proceeds support various church activities. More info at www.holyspiritbelmont.org, or 616-784-1111. #44

Pine Ridge Bible Camp’s annual silent & live auction fundraiser

Nov. 10: Pine Ridge Bible Camp is holding their annual Silent and Live Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, November 10 at the Cedar Springs High School Cafeteria, 204 E. Muskegon St., Cedar Springs. Registration begins at 5:30pm followed by a large silent auciton; the eveing ends with a live auction. This year’s theme is “Unwrap the Joy.” The auction is an adult only event. For more information, please call Pine Ridge Bible Camp at 616-696-8675. #44

Veterans Day Adventure for children

Nov. 12: “Native Ways, It’s Time to be Thankful!” Children will go on a hike to the Thunder-Wood Boardwalk and Swamp House and learn about one of native ways, nature’s habitats and winter survival of the creatures that exist in the Howard Christensen Nature Center, Kent City. Monday, November 12, (Preschoolers 9:30AM-12:30pm and Grades:K-5 1-4pm) Donation $5.00 a person. For more info call Lily’s Frog Pad at 616-675-3158 or visit www.lilysfrogpad.com. #44

Old Fashion Family Game Night

Nov.14: Come enjoy a night of your favorite family classic games: Monopoly, Chess, Checkers, Scrabble, Candy-Land, Life and other classics at the Howard Christensen Nature Center on Wednesday, November 14, 6-8pm. Also enjoy pizza, hot chocolate and a cozy fire. Call 616-675-3158 to preregister so we have enough pizza. #44

Solon Center Wesleyan Church Bazaar

Nov. 17: Accomplish your Christmas shopping at our annual craft bazaar, Saturday, November 17 from 9am-3 pm. Lots of vendors (our largest bazaar is many years). Delicious, fresh baked cookies and bars, numerous booths of hand crafted items & jewelry, and many other vendors. There’s definitely something for everyone. Cinnamon rolls and coffee, and a lunch counter are also available. The church is located at 15671 Algoma Avenue, just north of 19 Mile Road. #44,45,46b

Red Flannel Festival Queen Scholarship Donations

Oct. 25: Red Flannel Festival Queen Scholarship donations still being accepted! Please help us reach $10,000 goal for our 2012 Red Flannel Queen and Court! 100% of all donations are used for college scholarships for the young women of Cedar Springs! Please consider donating on-line, www.redflannelfestival.org or mailing any tax-deductible amount to: Queen Scholarship Fund, PO Box 43, Cedar Springs, MI 49319. #41-44p

Broadway Bootcamp and Youth Dance

Oct. 25: Cedar Springs Area Parks and Rec is offering three sessions of Broadway Bootcamp and Youth Dancing classes. Bootcamp sessions are after school in Cedar Springs Red Hawk Fitness Romm for grades 3 – 8 and costs $45. Youth Dance is for ages 3 – 8, meet in the evening at the Middle School and cost $45. For more information visit www.csaparksandrec.com. #43

Halloween Party

Oct. 27: The Rockford American Legion Post 102 is hosting a Halloween Party on Saturday Oct. 27^th. Doors open at 7 pm, music starts at 8 pm. Our decorating theme is “Music”. Featuring: The Kalamazoo Avenue Band. Door prizes and snacks included. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Door prizes this year includes 2 tickets to see Bob Dylan, overnight stays at casinos and more! #43

TOPS weight loss support group

Oct. 30: Take off pounds sensibly (TOPS), a non-profit weight loss support group for men and women, meets every Tuesday at the Resurrection Lutheran Church in Sand Lake. Your first visit is free so come check out what TOPS can do to help you reach your weight loss goals! Exercise 8-8:30am (optional), weigh-ins from 8:30am–9am and the meeting starts at 9:15am.  In case of inclemeent weather, meetings are cancelled if Tri-County or Cedar Sporings schools are closed. Call Martha at 696-1039 for more information. #28

Annual Fall Festival

Nov. 3: The Cedar Springs United Methodist Church Women’s Group is having their annual Fall Festival on Sat. Nov. 3rd from 9 am to 2 pm. Come start your Christmas shopping with us. We will have crafts, gently used jewelry, books, toys, knick knacks, Christmas decorations, along with baked goods. Proceeds are going to the CS United Methodist Women’s missions. #43,44p

Annual Fall Bazaar

Nov. 3: The Faith Lutheran Church in Sidney(2957 S. Grow Rd., corner of Grow and Sidney Rd.) is having their annual Fall Bazaar on Sat. Nov. 3 from 9:30 am – 1:30 pm. Lunch and baked goods available as well as quilts and crafts. Bring your friends and have a good time with us!

Surviving the Holidays

Nov. 4: No matter how long it’s been since your loved one died, grief can make the holidays a painful time. But there’s hope. Join us for an encouraging seminar that will help you survive the holidays and discover new reasons to enjoy them again. Grief Share is Sunday Nov. 4^th at 2 pm. Cedar Springs United Methodist Church, 140 S. Main St.  RSVP is childcare is needed to 616-696-1140. #43,44p

White Elephant and Craft Sale

Sept. 29: The Cedar Springs Women’s Club will be having their annual sale on Sat. Sept. 29th. The sale will be held at the United Methodist Church, 140 S. Main St., Cedar Springs, in the multipurpose room. Many gently used housewares, decorating items and crafts in addition to dip mixes from Amos and Maude will be available for purchase. The sale hours will be from 9 am to 3 pm. All proceeds from this sale will be used for annual donations to community such as the Women’s Club Scholarship Fund, the Food Pantrty, as well as many other organizations in Cedar Springs. #38,39p

Dinner at the Legion

Oct. 1: The American Legion, 80 S. Main St. Cedar Springs, is hosting a pork chop dinner on Monday, Oct. 1, from 5 – 7 pm. Included will be mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing veggies, roll, dessert and drink. All dinners are $9, children 17 and under $4. Take out is available. #39p

Auditions for Christmas Musical

Oct. 1,2: The Cedar Springs Theatre Association is pleased to announce that its fourth annual Christmas production will be “Bah Humbug! Scrooge’s Christmas Carol.” Auditions will be held on Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 1 and 2 at the Kent Theatre, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Twenty-four roles are available for people between the ages of 10 and up and include such characters as Ebenezer Scrooge, the ghost Jacob Marley, Bob Cratchit and his family, the ghosts of Christmas Past and Present, as well as many townspeople and street urchins. Be prepared to read from script and sing. Performances will be Dec. 6 -9 at the Kent which is located in downtown Cedar Springs. If you have any questions, please call Terri at 696-0949 and leave message. #38-39p

Red Flannel Day Talent Show Tryouts

Oct. 3: This is the last day before the Red Flannel Talent Show to get involved! Have your act ready to go for this last rehearsal before the big day on Oct. 6th. Don’t miss out on being a part of Red Flannel Day’s Talent Show. Come to the Kent Theatre, 8 N. Main St. Cedar Springs at 7 pm on Wednesday Oct. 3. If you are interested please call Len Allington at 231-750-2337. #39

Acoustic Instrumental Group

Oct. 8: Come join us for worship & fun through Christmas music. Monday evenings from 7 to 8:15 pm, October 8 thru Nov. 26 at Cedar Springs United Methodist Church. For more information call Keith Caldwell 616-696-1246. #38,39p

Casino Bus Trip Fundraiser

Nov. 17: If hunting isn’t your “game” you might want to gamble your way to fame! The CSHS Senior All Night Party committee is planning a fundraiser with a trip to Soaring Eagle Casino on Nov. 17th. The cost is $40 per person and will leave at 10 am and return aroung 6 pm. You will receive $20 in game play as well as a $5 food voucher. There will be raffles and auctions on the bus as well as a “goodies” for sale. Contact Angie Taylor at 616-460-2499 or BJ Towers at 616-894-3346 to sign up for the trip. Must be 21 years old to participate. #39,40p

Annual Fall Rummage Sale

Sept. 20-21: Our annual fall rummages sale at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 180 Northland Dr., Sand Lake is Thurs. & Fri. Sept. 20 & 21 from 9 am to 5 pm. Lots of new items. #37,38p

The Great Gumshoe

Sept. 22: Join author Amanda Litz at the Cedar Springs Public Library on Saturday, September 22, from 1 to 3 p.m., for a release party for her latest book, “The Great Gumshoe: The Case of the Missing Bear.” There will be games, activities, prizes, raffle drawings and more! Fun for the whole family! Rain location at The Springs Church, at the corner of Oak and First Streets. Call the Cedar Springs Library for more info at 696-1910. #38

West Michigan snowmobile museum swap meet

Sept. 22: This Saturday, September 22, the West Michigan Snowmobile Museum and Library is hosting a Swap Meet to run concurrent with the Solon Township Farmers/Craft and Flea Market at 15185 Algoma Ave, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will be raffling items from local merchants such as gas cards, oil changes, etc. Proceeds go to help the new snowmobile museum. Questions? 616-636-7232. #38

Senior Lunch

Sept. 26: All ‘round town taste buds are a dancin’ and mouth’s a waterin’ in anticipation of a meal worth waitin’ for all year. Ma’s serving up her super-duper Meatloaf. Now mention of further fixins, all push out of mind with dreams of Meatloaf. Ya’ll age 60 n older, if ya feel the same way. Yer just gonna hafta come to our corner of M-82 and Beech at noon the 26th to make those dreams come true. See ya’ll there!! #38

White Elephant and Craft Sale

Sept. 29: The Cedar Springs Women’s Club will be having their annual sale on Sat. Sept. 29th. The sale will be held at the United Methodist Church, 140 S. Main St., Cedar Springs, in the multipurpose room. Many gently used housewares, decorating items and crafts in addition to dip mixes from Amos and Maude will be available for purchase. The sale hours will be from 9 am to 3 pm. All proceeds from this sale will be used for annual donations to community such as the Women’s Club Scholarship Fund, the Food Pantry, as well as many other organizations in Cedar Springs. #38,39p

Out of This World Party

Sept. 29: Join us for some galactic games, stellar stories and alien activities. Come dressed as an astronaut or space creature and enjoy the fun! For all ages. Saturday Sept. 29, 1:30 pm at the Sand Lake/ Nelson Township KDL, 88 Eighth St., Sand Lake. #38

Annual Fall Bird Expo

Sept. 29: The Great Lakes Avicultural Society is holding it’s 36th Annual Fall Bird Fair and Expo on Saturday, Sept. 29 from 10 am to 4 pm at Rivertown Sports, 2605 Sanford Ave. SW, Grandville. There will be educational displays, bake sale and photo contest. Vendors will be selling birds and supplies. Admissions is $4 for adults, $3 for seniors 60+, and children 12 and under are free with a paid admission. Call 616-842-8064 for more information. #38

Auditions for Christmas Musical

Oct. 1-2: The Cedar Springs Theatre Association is pleased to announce that its fourth annual Christmas production will be “Bah Humbug! Scrooge’s Christmas Carol.” Auditions will be held on Monday and Tuesday, Oct. 1 and 2 at the Kent Theatre, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Twenty-four roles are available for people between the ages of 10 and up and include such characters as Ebenezer Scrooge, the ghost Jacob Marley, Bob Cratchit and his family, the ghosts of Christmas Past and Present, as well as many townspeople and street urchins. Be prepared to read from script and sing. Performances will be Dec. 6 -9 at the Kent which is located in downtown Cedar Springs. If you have any questions, please call Terri at 696-0949 and leave message. #38-39p

Fall Family Campout! Rain or Shine

Oct. 5-6: Enjoy a night of nature on the grounds of the Nature Center. You supply the tent and sleeping bag; we will supply the nature (and indoor bathrooms). Join us for a weenie roast, and then explore our moonlit trails with a naturalist in search of owls and other night creatures. Cap off the evening with S’mores by the fire. Limited to 10 families. Oct. 5th & 6th, 3 pm – 11 am the next day, dinner and breakfast included. Registration required. Each tent must include a minimum of one adult. Pancakes in the morning. Donation: $20 per person or $45 for a family of four or more. Howard Christensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Drive, Kent City. 616-675-3158. #38

Acoustic Instrumental Group

Oct. 8: Come join us for worship & fun through Christmas music. Monday evenings from 7 to 8:15 pm, October 8 thru Nov. 26 at Cedar Springs United Methodist Church. For more information call Keith Caldwell 616-696-1246. #38,39p

Giant Rummage Sale & Annual Chicken BBQ

Sept. 7 & 8: Courtland-Oakfield United Methodist Chuch will hold a giant rummage sale on Fri. Sept. 7 from 9 am – 4 pm and Sat. Sept. 8 from 9am – 7pm. 10295 Myers Lake Ave., Rockford (between 11 Mile and Peterson). Sat. Sept. 8 from 4 pm – 7pm will be the Annual Chicken BBQ. $7.95 for a half chicken and all the fixin’s. Dine in or Carry Out. #36

Red Flannel Prince & Princess Contest!

Sept. 8: All kindergarten students in the Cedar Springs school district are invited to participate in the 2012 Prince and Princess Contest. Registration is Sat. Sept. 8 from 9 am – 2 pm at the Red Flannel Festival Office at 21 E. Maple St. Forms are available online at www.redflannelfestival.org or call 616-696-2662 or Cindy Karafa at 616-696-2604. #36

Missionaries from the Philippines at Victory Baptist Church

Sept. 9: Dr. & Mrs. Edgar Nono, missionaries from the Philippines with Word for the World Missions, will be at Victory Baptist Church on Sunday, Sept. 9. The church is located at 16415 Meddler Ave., Sand Lake. Sunday School begins at 9:45 am and worship at 11 am. For more information, call 616-984-2525. #36

Divorce Care

Sept. 10: Divorce Care is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Mondays, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm beginning Sept. 10. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone. Cost is $20. Please RSVP to The Springs Church, 616-696-2970 or office@thespringschurch.info. #36

Red Flannel Day Talent Show Tryouts

Sept. 12: 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 October 6th. Come in and show us what you got. Tryouts on Wed. Sept 12 at 7:00 pm at the Kent Theatre, 8 N. Main St. Cedar Springs. So, get together with friends and family and plan your act now. If you have any questions, please contact Len by email, len@laphoto.com or 231-750-2337. #35,36p

Christian Life Club at The Springs Church

Sept. 12: The Springs Church invites you to join us on Wed. Sept. 12 for the start of CLC (Christian Life Club) from 6:30 to 8 pm. Come join the fun! Ages 4 years to 6th grade. 135 N. Grant (corner of Grant & Oak). #36

Tailgate party

Sept 14: The Cedar Springs Band Boosters will have a tailgate party at Independent Bank on 17 Mile Road on September 14 from 2-4 p.m. Free hotdogs, popcorn and punch available. The band will be there about 3 p.m. and all donations will go to support the band boosters. #36

Howard City Harvest Festival

Sept. 14-16: Howard City Harvest Festival 10th Annual Celebration! Fri. Sept. 14 – 4 pm to 12 am. Sat. Sept. 15 10 am – 12am, Sun. Sept. 16 12 noon to 4 pm. Location: Howard City Ensley Park, Downtown and Emory St. Ball Fields. For schedule of events or more information: www.howardcity.org or call 231-937-4311. #36

Roast Beef Dinner

Sept. 16: The Rockford Veterans of Foreign Wars, 4195 13 Mile Rd., will host a roast beef dinner on the third Sunday of the Month ( Sept. 16). Adults $9, Children $3.50. The best dinner in town is prepared by our chef Fred Chambers. Take outs and deliveries are available. For deliveries call 616-866-2675 by 11:30 the day of the dinner. #36

Meat Loaf Dinner

Sept. 19: The East Nelson United Methodist Church will be serving meat loaf, mashed potatoes, corn, salad and homemade dessert from 5 pm to 7 pm on Wed. Sept. 19th. The cost of the meal is by donation. Come join us for a delicious meal. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the church at 616-696-0661. #,36,37p

CSHS Classes of ‘79-82 Reunion

Sept. 22: Cedar Springs classes of 1979 – 1982 will celebrate their 30th Class Reunion at the Crazy Horse Saloon on Saturday Sept. 22 from 5 pm to ? For more information, cedarspringsclassof82.info. #36,37p

September Golf Fun

Sept. 29: Cedar Springs Friends of the Library and Cedar Chase Golf Club are hosting a fund raiser on Saturday Sept. 29th. We are looking for teen volunteers, sponsors and teams. Registration deadline is Sept. 26th. For more information and to sign up for the fun, please contact Chris at 616-293-5131 or the Library at 616-696-1910. #36

Paper Drive for CS Cub Scouts Pack 3222

Aug. 30: The Cedar Springs Cub Scouts Pack 3222 is currently having a paper drive. We will have a semi trailer in the parking lot just to the south of KC’s Kones, on Main St., until the beginning of December. We will gladly accept all of your newspapers and phoone books. We are unable to accept magazines, cardboard or trash.  This event has been organized by Scott DiPiazza, our Webelo I leader.  A pickup day is scheduled in October. Look for more information later. If you have any questions about the paper drive please call Scott at 616-240-0279.  #35

Volunteer Tutors Needed

Sept. 4: The Literacy Center of West Michigan, has scheduled an information session on Tuesday Sept.. 4 for prospective volunteer tutors. This session is held at 6:30 pm and lasts one hour. It allows persons interested in becoming volunteer tutors to find out more about the Center and its literacy programs. At the end of the session, there will be an opportunity to sign up for tutor traing. The Literacy Center of W. Michigan, 1120 Monroe Ave. NW, Suite 240, Grand Rapids, is a non-profit, United Way agency devoted to reducing illeracy in our community. Please call 616-459-5151 (ext.10) to register. #35

Red Flannel Day Talent Show Tryouts

Sept. 12: 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 October 6th. Come in and show us what you’ve got. Tryouts on Wed. Sept 12 at 7:00 pm at the Kent Theatre, 8 N. Main St. Cedar Springs. So, get together with friends and family and plan your act now. If you have any questions, please contact Len by email, len@laphoto.com or 231-750-2337. #35,36p

One Day Bike Benefit at HCNC

Sept. 12: One day only, Howard Christensen Nature Center will allow bikes as a special tribute to a dear friend/ neighbor who was hit by a vehicle while riding his bike on 18 Mile Rd. in Rockford. The Bike Benefit will be on Wednesday, Sept. 12 from 10 am to 3 pm for a donation of $5. Funds will go to his rehabilitation needs. Must wear a helmet – meeting at 520 – 20 Mile Rd., Kent City. Howard Christensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Dr., Kent City. 616-675-3158.  #35

Greenville Eagles Host Benefit Steak Fry
Aug. 18: The Greenville Fraternal Order of Eagles #4321 is offering community citizens the chance to enjoy a great meal for great cause Saturday, Aug. 18 from 4-8 pm as they hold a Benefit Steak Fry at the Greenville Aerie, located at 11690 SW Greenville Rd. The dinner is open to everyone for an $8 donation and includes a 10 oz. Grilled New York strip steak, garlic parmesan mashed potatoes, fresh salad bar, garlic toast and dessert. All proceeds benefit “Toys for Tots.” For information contact the Greenville Aerie at 616-794-2987, Dan Sanders at 616-824-9019 or Bob Conner at 616-204-6351. #33

Summer Conference at Pierson Bible
Aug. 18-20: Dr. Elwood Chipchase of Encouragement Ministries will be speaking at the Pierson Bible Church Summer Conference on Saturday, August 18 at 6:30 pm and Monday, August 20th at 6:30 pm. Dr. Chipchase will also speak on Sunday during the morning service at 11 am, followed by a potluck and brief afternoon service. Questions? Phone 616-636-5542. #33

Dinner at the Legion
Aug. 20: The American Legion, 80 S. Main St. Cedar Springs, is hosting a baked chicken dinner on Monday, Aug. 20, from 5 – 7 pm. Included will be mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, veggies, rolls, dessert and drink. All dinners are $9, children 17 and under $4. Take out is available. #33p

Keeler Brass Reunion
Aug. 21: The Keeler Brass Reunion potluck dinner will be at Gordon Park on Aug. 21 at 12 noon. For more information call 616-636-5342 or 616-636-0146. RAIN – at the Sand Lake United Methodist Church. #33

Annual 2nd Best Sale
Aug. 24-25: The Annual 2nd Best Sale will be held Friday, Aug. 24 from 9 am – 4 pm and Saturday, Aug. 25 from 9 am – 5 pm. It is sponsored by All Saints Guild (ECW), in support of parish activities. Clothes, books, toys, housewares, sporting goods, furniture, jewelry, etc. Somehting for everyone! Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 1200 Post Drive NE, Belmont (corner of Post & Pine Island, ¼ mile west of Exit 95 on US 131). #33

Montcalm County Neighborhood Watch
Aug. 25: The Montcalm County Neighborhood Watch would like to invite you to join them at Pierson Outdoor Market, located at Sticks-N-Stones, Etc., Cannonsville Rd. at US-131, on Saturday, Aug. 25 from 10 am to 2 pm. Our goal is to bring community members together to socialize and discover the array of service the Montcalm County Sheriff’s Department has to offer. Sheriff’s Department will showcase their Marine, Canine, and Mounted Divisions. The Howard City Fire Department will demonstrate and explain various firefighting equipment they use. New this year is the Michigan Child Identification Program which provides resources for law enforcement and parents to help locate missing children. There is entertainment, information, and fun for everyone in the family. #33

Auditions for Fall Show
Aug. 27-28: Auditions for the Cedar Springs Community Players fall show, The Dixie Swim Club, a hilarious comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, Jamie Wooten, will be held on August 27 & 28, 2012 from 6:30 – 8pm at the Cedar Springs United Methodist Church in Cedar Springs. A cast of 5, middle-aged women is needed for the show which will be directed by Sue Harrison. The show will be presented at the Kent Theatre on Oct. 18, 19, 20, 2012 at 7:30 pm. Rehearsals will be Mon. through Thurs. with an occasional Friday rehearsal. In addition to cast members, all tech positions are also needed. For more informaiton, visit the Cedar Springs Community Players website at www.cscommunityplayers.org or call Sue at 616-696-0456. #32,33p

Rummage Sale at CS United Methodist
Aug. 29-30: Check out the good buys on clothing, and household goods! The Cedar Springs United Methodist Church Missions Rummage Sale is Wednesday, Aug. 29 from 9 am – 7 pm. $3.00 Bag Sale Thursday, Aug. 30, 9 am – 2 pm. Cedar Springs United Methodist Church at the corner of Main and Church Streets, Cedar Springs. #33,34p

Auditions for “A Ship of Dreams”
Sept 5: Rogue River Community Theatre Company will be holding auditions for “A Ship of Dreams” (story of the Titanic) a two act drama, on Wed. Sept 5th (6-9pm) at Community Center 8450 Shaner in Rockford. Looking for adults, teens and some children. For more info phone 874-5264. #33

“Sonrise National Parks” VBS at East Nelson UMC
July 26-29: East Nelson UM Church will be turning our church into “Sonrise National Parks VBS.” Registration is at 6 pm on Thursday, July 26 with programming from 6:30 to 9 pm both Thursday and Friday. Saturday programming will start at 9 am with a luncheon severed to everyone at 1 pm. Final presentation of the VBS program will be able to come and share in “Sonrise at National Parks.” #30

Anime Program at Spencer Township KDL
Aug. 2: Join expert Mark Ritzema as he shows movies and television shows on the big screen that highlight anime, a style of animation that originated in Japan and is characterized by colorful graphics. After each showing there will be a short discussion of culture references and general items that do not translate easily to Western audiences. For teens grades 6-12. Thursday, August 2, 3 pm at Spencer Township Branch, 14960 Meddler, Gowen. #30

Heritage Festival at Montcalm Community College
Aug. 2-4: A variety of historical activities and displays are available during the 26th annual Heritage Festival Aug. 2-4 on Montcalm Community College’s Sidney campus. The three day celebration features historical displays, events, refreshments and music for all ages. The festival runs from 10 am to 4 pm, Aug. 2 and 9 am – 5 pm, Aug.3-4. A pancake breakfast will be from 7-10 am, Aug. 4 in MCC’s Activities building, cost is $6. Ragtime and boogie-woogie pianist Bob Milne will perform at MCC’s Barn Theater on Aug. 3 at 7 pm. Tickets are $10. Visit www.montcalm.edu/heritage-festival for more information about all events. #30

Rummage Sale at the American Legion
Aug. 4: Rain or shine there will be a rummage sale at the Cedar Springs American Legion, 80 S. Main St., on Aug. 4 from 9 am to 3 pm. Sponsored by Glen Hill Unit 287 Auxiliary. Looking for that special something? Maybe you will find it here! For more info call 616-570-2830. #30

Montcalm County Neighborhood Watch Annual Picnic
Aug. 4: The Montcalm County Neighborhood Watch is offering an old-fashioned summer picnic for the whole family to enjoy. This year’s event will be held at the Montcalm Township Hall Complex located on M-91 in Turk Lake on Saturday, Aug. 4 from noon until 3 pm. Everyone is welcome to attend and enjoy free hot dogs, chips, and ice cream, plus lots of fun and entertainment. If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Miles at 616-788-8602. #30

Operation Overboard VBS
Aug. 6: Cedar Springs United Methodist Church invites kids (4 years old up to 6th grade) to OPERATION OVERBOARD Vacation Bible School. Kids will go deep into God’s Word, exploring Bible stories of people who revealed deep faith by knowing how to: Depend on God, Dare to care, Claim Jesus, Choose to follow, Change the world. The adventure begins Monday, August 6 and ends Thursday, August 9 from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Cedar Springs UMC at 140 S. Main St. (corner of Church St. and Main St.). Each day includes a Bible story in music, art projects, games, and a snack. To be a part of OPERATION OVERBOARD, call the church office at 616-696-1140. We hope to see you there! 30,31p

Pet Show at KDL
Aug. 7: Is your dog a star? Can your cat do cool tricks? Or do you just want to show off how smart, cute or funny your pet is? All acts must pre-register. Tuesday, Aug. 7 at 10:30 am. Stop in the Sand Lake/ Nelson Township Library, 88 Eighth St. for details. For all Ages. #30

Attention Parents of the Class of 2013
Aug. 9: We have started our Senior All Night Party planing meetings. For first-time senior parents, this event is planned, organized, staffed and funded by the parents of the Class of 2013 and our business sponsors, so the more volunteers we have the better. The next SANP meeting will be held on Thursday, Aug. 9 at 6:30 pm at the Crazy Horse on 14 Mile Rd. If you are interested in finding our how you can help, please plan on attending this meeting. We hope to see you there. #30,31p

“SKY VBS” at Hillcrest Community Church of God
Aug. 13-17: The Hillcrest Community Church of God, 4994 18 Mile Rd., Cedar Springs, is hosting SKY a vacation bible school program for kids from three to twelve years old. The program runs from August 13 through 17, 6:30 to 8:30 pm each day. If interested or for more information, call 616-696-9333. #30,31p

SKY VBS 2012
July 22: Sky Vacation Bible School, held at The Springs Church, July 22-26, from 6:30-8:30pm, will be filled with incredible Bible learning experiences kids see, hear, touch, and even taste! At Sky VBS, kids ages 4 yrs. – 6th grade will discover that everything is possible with God. Pre-registration encouraged. Download a registration form at www.thespringschurch.info and drop it off at The Springs Church, 135 N. Grant Street in Cedar Springs. Also, be sure to check us out on Sundays this summer at 10am. OUR CHURCH ROCKS! For more info please contact the church office at 616.696.2970. #28,29b

Senior Lunch at Pine Grove Community Church
July 25: Fellas, didja miss yer chance ta take yer gal ta the “Brat Picnic” last year? Now’s yer 2nd chance! Take your gal and a few of your best friends, pile in the ol’ Packard and head on over ta the Pine Grove Senior Grill for brats on the barbee. Just letting all those age 60 and those aged even more, we’re throwing our annual “Brat Picnic” at noon on the 25th of July. Come n get ‘em, brats hot off the grill can be found on the Northwest corner of M-82 and Beech Ave. #29

The Cedar Springs Museum Annual Summer Car Show!
July 28: Bring the family and join the fun Saturday July 28, 2012, at Morley Park in Cedar Springs. The show is from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with trophies awarded around 1:00p.m. Free to spectators. To register a car cost $10.00. #29

Wild Wednesdays at nature center
Aug. 1: Have some fun this summer at the Wild Wednesdays programs at Howard Christensen Nature Center in August! The first Wild Wednesday will be on August 1 featuring insects, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children, come touch, examine, find, and learn about our insect world, learn why insects are important to our ecology and insect habitats. Children will be going outside and collecting their own insects, examining under microscopes and learning fascinating facts of the insect world. Pre-Registration required no less than 3 days prior to day call 616-675-3158 or email cperski@lilysfrogpad.com to register. Please bring a snack and drink each day for child. Best suilted for Children 6- 13 years old. Free for Members of HCNC – $8 per child per day or $20.00 for all four classes prepaid. #29

Amish Acres Bus Trip and Craft Fair
Aug. 2: Cedar Springs Area Parks and Recreation is offering an  Amish Acres Bus Trip and Craft Fair on Thursday, August 2, 2012. Bus Leaves Cedar Springs Schools at 7:30am and will return apprx. 9pm. Cost is $110.00 per person DEADLINE IS JULY 20TH. Visit www.csaparksandrec.com for registration and payment information. #29

Fall Soccer Registration
July 12: Fall Soccer Registration – AYSO Region 902 is offering one, final chance to sign up for the Fall 2012 season! Thursday, July 12 from 6-8pm at the Cedar Springs Family Fare parking lot. Complete the Pre-Registration Application online to shorten your wait in line – see details on our website: www.ayso902.org. Registration fee will be $55 for the fall season. Save $15 if you register for both fall and spring seasons now. Families registering 3 or more players receive an additional $5 discount per player. Players must be at least 4 years old by 9/4/2012. Please bring a birth certificate for first time players. Don’t miss this opportunity! #27,28b

Motorcycle Rally to Visit Morley Park
July 14: On Saturday, July 14 at 6:00 pm, up to 800 motorcycles will meet at Morley Park in honor of local veterans. The American Legion #287, Glen Hill Post and honor guard will be there and a donation to the Legion is planned. Public is welcome. #28

Roast Beef Dinner
July 15: The Rockford Veterans of Foreign Wars at 4195 -13 Mile Rd. will host a roast beef dinner on the third Sunday of the month, July 15th. Adults $9 and Children $3.50. The Best Dinner in Town is prepared by our chef Fred Chambers. Take outs and deliveries are available. For deliveries call 616-866-2675 by 11:30 am the day of the dinner. #28

Dinner at the Legion
July 16: American Legion, 80 Main St. Cedar Springs, is hosting a pork chop dinner on Monday, July 16, from 5 – 7 pm. Included will be mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, veggies, rolls, dessert and drink. All dinners are $9, children 17 and under $4. Take out is available. #28

“David’s Harp” ensemble at Courtland Oakfield UMC
July 18: “David’s Harp” vocal ensemble will be in concert at Courtland Oakfield United Methodist, 10295 Myers Lake Ave., Rockford, at 7 pm on Wednesday, July 18th. #28

Solon Center Wesleyan Church presents Worship in the Park, Red White & Blue #2
July 18: Come join the fun again this month at Morley Park in Cedar Springs on Wednesday evening, July 18th.  A Pot Luck will begin @ 5:30pm followed by worship music from our praise band, a Sons of Thunder (strength) demonstration, an inflatable water slide for the kids, a patriotic craft & a cool treat. Grab your picnic gear and a lawn chair, bring a dish to pass and enjoy the festivities.  Everyone is welcome! #27,28b

SKY VBS 2012
July 22: Sky Vacation Bible School, held at The Springs Church, July 22-26, from 6:30-8:30pm, will be filled with incredible Bible learning experiences kids see, hear, touch, and even taste! At Sky VBS, kids ages 4 yrs. – 6th grade will discover that everything is possible with God. Pre-registration encouraged. Download a registration form at www.thespringschurch.info and drop it off at The Springs Church, 135 N. Grant Street in Cedar Springs. Also, be sure to check us out on Sundays this summer at 10am. OUR CHURCH ROCKS! For more info please contact the church office at 616.696.2970. #28,29b

Nature Stroll
July 22: Put down the newspapers, turn off the TV/computer, and lace up your little one’s sneakers! Spend some time as a family and grow closer to nature. Bring your lunch and picnic at our pavilion with the other nature loving families. After your stroll, join one of our naturalists for talk about native birds, amphibians, and spiders.  Sunday, July 22, 12  – 2 pm. Please pre-register. No pets please. Donation of $5/person – $15 families (4 or more). Howard Christensen Nature Center, 16190 Red Pine Drive, Kent City. 616-675-3158.  #28