Fashion show/jewelry party Grace Full Elegance on a budget
Oct 28: The Womens ministry of Solon Center Wesleyan Church invites you to enjoy a Free fashion show on Friday, October 28th @ 7pm. Grace Full Elegance will demonstrate how to dress stylishly yet still saving $$. The items will be offered at silent auction and Premier jewelry will also be available to be purchased. All proceeds will go toward the advancement of ministry to women. There will also be snacks & door prizes. Call the church at 616-696-3229 to reserve a spot for yourself and all your friends. The church is located at 15671 Algoma avenue, just north of 19 Mile Rd. #42
Trunk or Treat
Oct. 29: “Trunk or Treat” – Courtland-Oakfield United Methodist Church, 10295 Myers Lake Avenue NE, 1½ miles south of M-57, 6 – 8 p.m. Saturday, October 29. Treats, hot dogs, hot chocolate in a very safe environment. All kids welcome! Don’t forget your costumes! #43
Family harvest celebration
Oct. 31: Pine Ridge Bible Camp will be holding its annual Family Harvest Celebration on Monday, October 31st. Come anytime between 6pm – 8pm to check out the decorated cabins and enjoy a night out with the family. This is a Free family event that includes wagon rides, puppets, games, cider, treats and a trip through treat town for some candy. Pine Ridge is located just 5 miles east of town on 17 Mile Rd. Call 616-696-8675 for more information. #42,43
Friends of the Spencer Library Meeting
Nov. 1: Join the friends of the Spencer Library to plan fundraisers and outreach events. Tues. Nov. 1, 7 pm at 14960 Meddler Ave. 616-784-2007. #43
Sand Lake Library Huge Book Sale
Nov. 3-5: Books, magazines, movies, CDs and more at great prices. Book Sale will take place at the Sand Lake VFW, corner of Lake Street and Fifth Street, Sand Lake. Donations for the sale are appreciated. Sponsored by the Friends of the Sand Lake/Nelson Township Library. Thurs., Nov. 3, 10 am – 7 pm, Fri., Nov. 4, 10 am – 7 pm. Sat., Nov. 5, 10 am – 2 pm. #43
Fiddlers Jamboree
Nov. 5: The Original Michigan Fiddlers Association announces a Fiddlers Jamboree on Sat. Nov. 5 at the Coral Community Building, 4662 Bailey Rd. Jamboree: 1 – 5 pm. Open microphone 5 – 6:15 pm. Dance 6:30 – 9:30 pm. round and square. Free admission. Donations welcome. Lunch and dinner being served. Need more info? Contact Jo Sears, 616-984-2597, Barb Jorgensen, 616-984-5552 or Tommy Egan, 616-837-9050. #43
Holiday Craft Bazaar
Nov. 5: Holy Family Parish presents a Holiday Craft Bazaar, Sat. Nov. 5, 9 am – 3 pm. Over 30 booths, homemade luncheon, live music, free kid’s crafts and activities. Drawings every 15 minutes. 425 S. State St., Sparta. #43
Annual Fall Sale
Nov. 5: The Cedar Springs United Methodist Church Women’s Group is having their annual Fall Sale on Sat. Nov. 5 from 9am to 2pm. 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. #43,44b
Christmas Art/Fine Craft Sale
Nov. 5: On Sat. Nov. 5, the Rogue River Artists Association will be holding its Annual Christmas Art & Fine Craft Sale and Show. Member’s artwork will be on display and for sale. There will be art featuring, watercolors, acrylics, oils, mixed media, pottery, fabric art, jewelry and woodcarving. Light refreshments will be served. The show will be held a the Rockford United Methodist Church, 159 Maple St., Rockford from 10 am to 4 pm. #43
Howard Christensen Nature Center Events
Nov. 10, 11:Full Moon Series: Stuck in a Rut: Thurs., Nov. 10, 7 pm 8:30 pm, Learn basic biology details of Michigan’s favorite mammal: the white-tailed deer. Learn what really happens during the rut from the deer’s point of view. $5/adults, $4/students, $4/seniors, or $12/family. Registration and payment due November 4. Also, Equestrian Riders – Fri., Nov. 11, 8 am 5:30 pm. One Special Day Only: Horse riding will be permitted on this day on well-marked (yellow ribbon) trails, you supply the horse we supply the trails. $8/adults, $6/students, $6/seniors, or $16/family. Registration and payment due November 5. The Nature Center is located at 16190 Red Pine Dr., 616-675-3158. #43
Church Bazaar
Nov. 12: The Solon Center Wesleyan Church will present its annual craft bazaar, Saturday, November 12th from 9 am – 3 pm. Lots of vendors, delicious fresh baked goods, and a nice variety of miscellaneous items too numerous to mention. 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. #43
