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Since 2005, 24 local businesses have undergone
improvements, including 19 downtown buildings that
have been part of a three year faade improvement proj-
ect. The result of these wonderful transformations is an
updated streetscape that presents an exciting and wel-
coming appeal to residents and visitors alike.
Get ready for a
jolly time this
weekend in
uptown Grayling
as the 32nd year
for the Grayling
Christmas Walk
takes place this
Saturday,
November 19th.
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Downtown Gaylord is
looking mighty fine. Since
2005, 24 local businesses
have undergone improve-
ments, including 19 down-
town buildings that have
been part of a three year
faade improvement project.
The result of these wonder-
By Jim Akans
Get ready for a jolly time this weekend in
uptown Grayling. Santa will be coming to
town this Saturday, November 19th, arriving
as the guest of honor during what is affec-
tionately billed as the Worlds Shortest
Parade. And while the faces of the children
will be all aglow as they present their
Christmas wishes and have their photos
taken with St. Nick, the entire family will
enjoy a host of events planned for the day
and the opportunity to marvel at the 6th
Annual Festival of Trees on display at the
Grayling Mini Mall.
This is the 32nd year for the Grayling
Christmas Walk, and Pam Barr, one of the
organizers for this years event, states, We
are growing every year. We have a few new
events, starting with a special breakfast from
9 am until noon at the American Legion,
where children can bring their holiday wish
lists and have their photos taken with Santa.
At 1 pm, we will be presenting a free
Christmas music show at the Rialto Theatre
that will feature music and dance performed
by local talent.
At 3 pm, families will have the opportunity
to view a free Christmas move specially
selected to capture childrens attention at the
Rialto, and a 5 pm the annual Parade will
make a short journey down Michigan
Avenue. There will also be live Reindeer,
pony rides and photo opportunities all day
long in front of the North County Corner
Shop.
From 5 until 8 pm, local businesses will be
hosting entertainment and providing
refreshments, many with special Christmas
displays and in-store specials guaranteed to
bring the holiday spirit alive. There will also
be a trolley available to take Christmas Walk
attendees over to the Grayling Mini Mall to
marvel at the 6th Annual Festival of Trees dis-
plays. Santas mailbox will also be waiting in
the Mini Mall and childrens letters will be
picked up on Sunday to make their way to
the North Pole.
SEE HOLIDAY SEASON PAGE 5A
SEE 3RD PHASE PAGE 4A
By Jim Akans
This coming Saturday, November 19th, is a very
special day set aside each year to honor and cele-
brate the love, compassion and joy offered by
adoptive families across the nation. Since 2000,
over 35,000 children have had their adoptions
finalized on this commemorative day. According
to the Adoption and Foster Care Analysis and
Reporting System, (AFCARS) nearly 53,000 chil-
dren were adopted with public agency involve-
ment in 2010, with a median age just over 5 years
old. The AFCARS also reported there were over
408,000 children in the foster care system nation-
ally as of September of 2010, indicating a resound-
ing need and call for adoptive parents.
Here in Michigan, approximately 15,000 chil-
dren live in some type of foster care setting, of
which 17 percent are legally available for adoption.
While many parents are perhaps considering the
possibility of adopting a child, they may be hesi-
tant by the perception that the adoption process is
complex and extended, unaware that in todays
world that has changed considerably.
SEE NATIONAL ADOPTION DAY PAGE 4A
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The Holiday Season
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6th Annual Festival of Trees
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By Jim Akans
Bring the family, bring your friends, or simply bring your
appetite, because the annual Community Thanksgiving
Dinner held at the St. Marys Cathedral Parish Hall in Gaylord
not only offers a delicious meal and dessert selection fit for a
king, it is a wonderful opportunity for community members
and area holiday visitors to join together and celebrate this
very special day of the year.
Thanksgiving is a tradition that is nearly 400 years old in
this country, observes Joe Koprowicz, who organizes the
Community Dinner along with his wife, Julie, with the assis-
tance countless volunteers. It is a holiday the goes back 200
years before we even became a country. I believe it is the val-
ues behind that holiday that have led to its persistence over so
many centuries. So we bring something beyond a wonderful
meal to this eventto celebrate and promote that everyone is
special and that we all depend on one another. We want peo-
ple who attend to feel at home, that they are a part of a com-
munity, and enjoy a wonderful meal together.
This Thanksgiving Day tradition, which has been held for
nearly 40 years, is a non-denominational celebration of the
gifts from God, is open to all, and is free of charge. The meal
includes: Roast Turkey, Sage Dressing, Glazed Sweet Potatoes,
Mashed Idaho Potatoes, Baked Butternut Squash, green Bean
Casserole, Giblet Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Fresh Baked Hard
Rolls and Sweet Breads, Relish Trays, Cheese and Fruit Trays
and a Dessert Table with Pumpkin, Apple and Cherry Pies and
other trimmingsyum!
The Koprowicz got involved with the event over 20 years
ago, and have been organizing the it for the past 15 years.
We firmly believe we put on the best meal in town, Joe
affirms, I started out as volunteer helping in kitchen. When I
became the organizer of the event, I start thinking about the
point of what we were doing, and that like the original
Thanksgiving; this is truly a community celebration. I also
noticed this was an opportunity for fellowship, so the hour
before the meal begins is set aside as an appetizer hour and
people can come and visit with each other.
Koprowiczs stresses that this is a celebration open to every-
one in the community. Our goal is to involve as many people
as possible. This event is put on entirely by volunteers. We
make everything from scratch, and for many, putting this
meal together is a very meaningful part of the experience for
them. This event is made possible by the generosity of people
in the community who donate their time, talent, food or
funds.
He adds, It is about people coming together and sharing a
meal with friends and neighborscelebrating and rediscov-
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always a whole lot of fun!
The Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on
Thursday, November 24th at St. Mary's Cathedral Parish Hall
located at 606 N. Ohio. Appetizers and fellowship begins at
2:00 pm and dinner is served at 3:00 pm. If you would like to
help, donate or attend the dinner please call Joe or Julie
Koprowicz at 989-732-2119.
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Songwriting will be the topic of
North Central Michigan Colleges
Luncheon Lecture this Friday,
November 18, on the Petoskey cam-
pus. Mark Blaauw-Hara, North
Central English professor, will discuss
some basic principles of songwriting,
focusing on the genres of blues, soul,
folk and country.
Mark will analyze sample songs to
help build a general understanding of
how songs are written. He will also
help attendees try their hand at writ-
ing their own songs. Mark has taught
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member of the band, The Boyne
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Fridays program takes place at
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The Womens Resource Center of
Northern Michigan (WRC) is holding
their annual Harvest Food and Supply
Drive in an effort to collect needed
items for survivors of domestic abuse
and their children staying at the Safe
Home.
The Safe Home provides a safe, sup-
portive and caring residence for families
in Northern Michigan who often arrive
at the emergency shelter without per-
sonal belongings. And because the Safe
Home is operated 24 hours a day, seven
days a week and 365 days a year, the
need for food and supplies is constant.
Over the past year, a total of 3,041 nights
of safe shelter were provided to 135
women and their children with food and
supply costs exceeding $25,000.
The community has been very sup-
portive in past years, and we depend on
that support, said Safe Home
Coordinator, Jamie Winters. Your gifts
of non-perishable food, paper products,
cleaning supplies and personal care
items help survivors of domestic abuse
and their children who are staying at the
Safe Home feel welcome during a very
challenging time in their lives.
A sampling of just some of the items
on the Safe Home Needs List includes
non-perishable food items such as cere-
al, fruit juice, peanut butter and boxed
meals. Household supplies include
laundry detergent, toilet paper, dish
soap and bath towels. The Safe Home
shelters many children who require dia-
pers, baby food, infant formula and
spill-proof cups. Personal care items for
both adults and children are also need-
ed including lotion, toothpaste, body
wash and hair brushes. Financial dona-
tions are also welcome. A $75 donation
will feed and house a family of four at
the Safe Home for a week.
The complete Safe Home Needs List is
available on the agencys website at
wrcnm.org, or by calling the WRC.
Donations can be brought to the WRC
Administrative Office or either Gold
Mine Resale Shop in Petoskey,
Bondurant in Petoskeys Gaslight
District, or to our offices in Cheboygan,
Gaylord or Mancelona. For more infor-
mation, or to arrange for a pickup of
items, please call 231-347-1572.
Harvest Food and Supply Drive
underway to benefit Safe Home
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Mark Blaauw-Hara, North Central English professor, will discuss
some basic principles of songwriting, focusing on the genres of
blues, soul, folk and country at an NCMC luncheon the Friday.
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National Adoption Day Continued...
3rd Phase continued...
After trying to have children for several years, Petoskey area
residents, Jeff and Amanda Bruney adopted their first child,
Mya, back in 2008 and recently adopted their second child,
Gavin.
Amanda Bruney states, The process wasnt nearly as scary
as we thought it would be. We took it in small steps; starting
by attending and informational meeting, filled out some
paperwork, and that was followed by a home study assess-
ment where a representative visited our home. It was a very
laid back experience, and I found it intriguing to learn what
we said about each other and how we view our life as a fami-
ly. Shelia Davis, the Director/Referral Coordinator at Heaven
Sent Adoption Services, helped to walk us through each step
the adoption process.
Heaven Sent Adoption Services, Inc is a licensed, non-prof-
it Michigan Child Placing Agency located in Charlevoix, with
offices also located in Grand Rapids, Lansing and Kalamazoo.
Founded in 2004, the organization has agency workers avail-
able throughout Michigan who have experienced the adop-
tion process personally, either as an adoptive parent, birth-
parent or as an adoptee. These caring professionals assist
potential adoptive parents and birthparents in making an
adoption plan, bolstering an understanding that adoption is a
journey that can be an extraordinary experience.
Shelia Davis observes, We help parents considering adopt-
ing a child which type of adoption they would like to pursue;
an infant or a child from the foster care system. The home
study assessment, which is valid for a one-year period,
includes interviews about their childhood, family life and
what has made them interested in adopting a child. We have
them take a physical, and conduct a background check and
clearance from the Department of Human Sevices. Typically,
the assessment takes between six to eight weeks, and most
families are matched with a child within a one year period.
Heaven Sent Adoption Services also assists birthmothers,
with pregnancy counseling and in exploring both parenting
and adoption options. Should the birthmother choose to
make an adoption plan, their representative helps with that
process, such as making decisions of what qualities they are
looking for in an adoptive family.
That includes a wide range of considerations, Davis
relates. Such as whether they would like parents who live in
the city or a country setting, whether they have siblings or
religious preferences. Parent profiles are presented to the
birthmother for review, and they can pick a family from
among those profiles, or they can meet with and interview
prospective adoptive parents. They also have the possible
option of staying in touch with the family after the adoption is
complete.
For Jeff and Amanda Bruney, and their children Gavin and
Mya, the adoption process was a loving, rewarding, and even
a relatively brief one.
Mya was born in Indiana in July 2008, Amanda reflects.
We had started the adoption process in April of 2008 and we
were approved by end of June. We found out about her the
day after she was born.
She continues, Shelia (Davis) told us that finding an adop-
tive child that quickly was a one in a million situation.
Amazingly, when we decided in September of 2010 that we
would try to adopt a second child, and renewed our applica-
tion and assessment, Gavin was born April here in Northern
Michigan. We also found out about him day after he was
born.
Amanda notes that her and her husband have a good rela-
tionship with Gavins birthmother, and stays in touch Myas
birthmother via email.
We have a very happy family, she reflects, There always
seems to be children waiting for adoption. It is so important
for those who have it in their hearts to become adoptive par-
ents to attend an orientation session, study the informational
packet provided, and find out if this may be something they
should pursue.
For further information, visit www.HeavenSentAdopt.com,
or www.nationaladoptionday.org. Lutheran Child and Family
Services of Michigan also provide specific information about
foster care, waiting children and the adoption process in
Michigan. To learn more, contact Darla at Lutheran Child and
Family Service of Michigan in Gaylord at (989) 732-1040.
ful transformations is an updated streetscape that presents an
exciting and welcoming appeal to residents and visitors alike.
This magnificent makeover is the result of a combined
investment by building owners, the Gaylord Downtown
Development Authority, and a special Michigan Economic
Development Corporation (MEDC) Community
Development Block Grant program. The third phase of this
undertaking is nearing completion, and combined with sever-
al additional downtown improvements in the DDA district
since 2005 that have included apartment rehabs, pavilion and
alleyway improvements, streetscape lighting and under-
ground infrastructure work, Gaylord is poised to meet the
future with a whole new look and plenty of capacity to meet
growing demands.
This has been the result of a lot of hard work and dedica-
tion from many people in our community, states Joe Duff,
Gaylord City Manager. It is a combination of amazing talent,
teamwork and partnerships. To accomplish this during one of
the worst recessions our state has experience in a long, long
time, is a story in itself. Downtown Gaylord has a great future,
and we will only see that enhanced as we move forward.
General contractor, Integrity Construction Services, over-
saw the 2011 faade project and area subcontractors included
JnJ Construction, Miller Construction, Card Remodeling,
Brink, Inc., Mr. Ts Glass, Chucks Electric and Preston Feather
Building Centers. Primary architects for this years designs
were Todd L. Seidell Architect and Trinity Architecture, and
previous phases involved the architectural work of local firms
Bradley J. Butcher and Anthony Esson Architect.
The 2011faade project participants, with improvements
expected to be complete within the next few weeks are:
- Venus & Blue Jeans
- Saturn Booksellers
- Timothys Pub
- Seams Like New
- Downtown Motel
- Alpine Executive Center
- McNamara Building
- Scott Building (apartment located on Michigan Ave being
converted to affordable housing)
Over the course of the three phases of the downtown faade
improvement project, the financial investment break down
has been:
- Investment in faade improvements (19 buildings):
$1,098,005
- Building owner investment in the cost of the faade
improvements: $193,273
- Building owner investment in non-facade building
improvements: $446,306
- Gaylord DDA investment in preliminary and final design
and construction oversight: $165,924
- Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds invest-
ed: $919,606
While that is certainly a very healthy investment in the
downtown area, the break down for all projects undertaken in
the DDA district since 2005, which includes participation by
the City of Gaylord, Gaylord DDA, Otsego Housing
Committee, MEDC, MSHDA and the Otsego County
Economic Alliance, are:
- Total investment in faade improvements, apartment
rehabs, pavilion improvements, streetscapes, lighting and
underground infrastructure: $2,826,238 ($1,884,526 in last 3
years)
- Gaylord DDA and City of Gaylord investment in these
projects: $460,387 ($210,524 in last 3 years)
- Private investment related to some of these projects:
$2,068,479 ($801,479 in last 3 years)
- MEDC and MSHDA CDBG investment: $1,764,606
($1,494,606 in last 3 years)
Jeff Ratcliffe, Executive Director of the Otsego County
Economic Alliance, observes, These project have addressed
some deferred maintenance and improved the downtown
building stock, not only in the appearance of the facades, but
structurally and in terms of energy efficiency as well. This has
been a fantastic re-investment in our downtown buildings.
This work has not only improved the look of downtown,
adds Joe Duff. It is making Gaylord more attractive to busi-
nesses and shoppers. An amazing amount of activity has
taken place in town over the last several years.
There is certainly a renewed pride and spirit in downtown
Gaylordthings are looking better all the time.
The finishing touches are put on the Saturn Booksellers faade.
Downtown Gaylord certainly does Seam Like New, reflecting the name of a
recently opened Main Street shop that was part of this years Faade
Improvement project.
Photo by Jim AkAns
Photo by Jim AkAns
Photo by Jim AkAns
Among the phase 3 projects is the renovation of the Scott Building, an apartment located on Michigan Avenue
which is being converted to affordable housing.
Excellent used tools and select
sporting equipment at
Quality Sports & Tools Consignment
By Jim Akans
17th Century essayist, Thomas Carlyle, observed Man is a
tool-using animalwithout tools he is nothing, with tools he
is all. Common folk wisdom also advises that a well-made
tool will retain its function for a lifetime.
It is a premise that the owner of Quality Sports & Tools
Consignment, Tom Wilson, and business partner, Scott Smith,
founded their unique and extremely popular resale and serv-
ice shop on back in October of 2008. The approximately 4,000
square foot facility in Harbor Springs features a huge variety
of contractor grade and homeowner tools that have plenty of
useful life left in them, and are offered for resale at fair market
Bluebook valueproviding a fantastic way for professional
trades people and tinkering homeowners to purchase quality
tools at affordable prices.
We offer a full gamut of tools, states Tom Wilson, from
small to large items that includes machine tools, carpentry
tools, hand tools, virtually anything relating to the mechanical
and construction fields. We also have a tool repair center,
which is currently the only one in Northern Michigan. We
cover all the major brands, including Porter Cable, DeWalt,
Black & Decker, Bostich, and many more.
Quality Sports & Tool Consignment also offers select sport-
ing equipment for resale, such as kayaks, canoes and bikes.
Much of their vast inventory of tools comes from shops that
are downsizing and are eliminating duplicate tool supply.
Items are also procured from estate sales, and individuals
looking to sell items on consignment.
Our consignment rate varies depending on the price of the
item, Wilson explains. We evaluate each item that comes in,
repair it if necessary, and consult the Bluebook to set a fair
market price. Out consignment period is 90 days.
He adds, We offer our customers a great opportunity to
pick up high grade tools for less than the cost of new retail
items. We also ship worldwide. For local customers, this is
also a way to sell or purchase an item without dealing with
strangers for an Internet transaction. We are here in the
Northern Michigan area and the items we sell are right here in
our showroom.
Quality Sports & Tools Consignment is located at 1221 W.
Conway Road in Harbor Springs. They are open Monday
through Friday from 9 am until 5 pm, and Saturday from 9 am
until 1 pm. For additional information, please call (231) 487-
0152 or visit www.qstconsignments.com.
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H I D D E N T R E A S U R E S
The approximately 4,000 square foot Quality Sports & Tool Consignment facility in
Harbor Springs offers a great opportunity to purchase or sell used, fully functional pur-
chase tools and select sports equipment at reasonable prices.
Quality Sports & Tools Consignment is located at 1221 W. Conway Road in Harbor
Springs.
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BOYNE CITY
Challenge Mountain
Resale Shop
1158 S. M-75
Boyne City
231-582-5711
www.challengemtn.org
CHARLEVOIX
Consign Design
100 Van Pelt Pl., Charlevoix
231-237-9773
www.consigndesign.net
Bergmann Center
Resale Shop
8888 Ance Road
231-547-9624
www.bergmanncenter.org
Kellys Antiques &
Furniture Barn
06176 Old US 31 S., Charlevoix
231-547-0133
www.dkellyantiques.com
ELLSWORTH
Good Samaritan
Furniture & More Store
6517 Center St.
Downtown Ellsworth
231-588-2208
thegoodsam.org
FREDERIC
Pineview Military Surplus
7328 Old 27 North
Frederic
989-348-8300
GAYLORD
A-2-Z Resale
1829 Old 27 South,
Gaylord
989-732-9500
Goodwill Retail and
Donation Center
1361 Pineview Dr. (near Lowes)
Gaylord
989-705-1747
www.goodwillnmi.org
Great Rooms
Quality Pre-Owned Furniture
148 W. Main Street
Gaylord
989-745-5184
www.greatroomsgaylord.com
GAYLORD
Angels at Work
Resale
1523 S Otsego Ave.
Gaylord
989.448.8615
Venus & Blue Jeans
340 West Main St.
Gaylord
989-731-2600
www.venusandbluejeans.com
New Beginnings Thrift Shop
650 W Conway Rd.
Harbor Springs
231-348-2980
HARBOR SPRINGS
Habitat for
Humanity Restore
8460 M-119
Harbor Springs
231-347-8440
HARBOR SPRINGS
Quality Sports & Tools
Consignment
1221 W Conway Rd.
Harbor Springs
231-487-0152
www.qtsconsignments.com
INDIAN RIVER
Finders Keepers Antiques
& Consignment Shop
3639 S. Straits Hwy.
Indian River
231-238-5000
MANCELONA
Mancelona Food Pantry
& Resale Shop
201 N. Maple St.
Mancelona
231-587-9606
MIO
Strawberry Patch ReSale
Consignment
Downtown Mio
989-826-1503
ONAWAY
Second Chance Thrift Store
20420 State St., Onaway
989-733-9671
PETOSKEY
Challenge Mountain
Resale Shop
2429 US31 North, Petoskey
231-348-3195
www.challengemtn.org
Goodwill Retail and
Donation Center
1600 Anderson Road
Petoskey
231-348-6947
www.goodwillnmi.org
Hidden Treasures
Northern Michigan Treasure Hunters Guide to area
antique, consignment, resale and thrift shops
In the Rough, Professionally Painted
or Completely Restored
Over 7,000 sq. ft. of Furniture, Antiques & Goodies
06176 Old U.S. 31 South, Charlevoix, MI 49720
E-Mail: donkellyantiques@yahoo.com
FURNITURE BARN
(231) 547-0133 Cell (231) 881-0353
Web: dkellyantiques.com
CUSTOM & ANTIQUE
FURNITURE
Holiday Season
continued...
A trolley available on Saturday to take Christmas Walk
attendees over to the Grayling Mini Mall to marvel at the
6th Annual Festival of Trees displays.
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Serving Northern Michigan
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Interior & Exterior & Decks
Senior Discounts
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Where your pet is treated with respect and dignity.
The Festival of Trees began on November 12th and will con-
tinue through November 20th from 10 am until 7 pm.
Sponsored by the Grayling Promotional Association, several
trees are on display at the Mini Mall that have been decorated
by local businesses, organization and individuals. There will
be a raffle for these trees and other items held at noon on
Sunday, November 20th. Tickets are $2 each or six for $10, and
entrants do not need to be present at the drawing in order to
win. There is no fee to attend the festival. All proceeds bene-
fit the Grayling Promotional Association that contributes to
many community projects.
The trolley will also take attendees back to town, where
more amazing things await as part of the Christmas Walk.
From 6 to 8 pm, Michelson Memorial United Methodist
Church is presenting a Living Nativity, the Crawford County
Museum will be open for a taste of history and The Watershed
Art Project will be sponsoring a Juried Art Exhibition.
Dont miss this exciting kick-off to the holiday season this
weekend in Grayling.
For further information contact any of the Uptown Grayling
stores or the Grayling Visitors Bureau at 800-937-8837.
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GAYLORD
FINAL WEEK to sign
up for Bear Basketball
3-6 Grade
Now in its 24th year, Bear
Basketball leagues will begin
soon. 3rd 6th grade boys
and girls League begins in
January. Player draft for team
selection will be held in Mid-
November. Final date to reg-
ister is November 17.
Registration Register on-line
at www.BearBasketball.org.
All games take place at the
Otsego County Community
Center, 315 S. Center St. Cost
is only $15. This is Northern
Michigans premier youth
basketball program and
includes more than 400
youth from all over Northern
Michigan. Boys and girls
grades 3-6 can sign up at the
Community Center.
GAYLORD
Community orchestra
rehearsal
The Gaylord Community
Orchestra has begun rehears-
ing for the Christmastime
Community Concert on Dec.
17. The string section is
rehearsing in the band room
at St. Mary School on N.
Otsego from 7-8:30pm each
Monday. The winds and per-
cussion will join these
rehearsals in a few weeks. For
info call Gary Waldo, 989-
619-3136 or Joanna Bozin
989-732-3080.
NORTHERN MICHIGAN
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GRAYLING
Matter of Balance
Managing Concerns about
Falls Program every Monday
& Wednesday at 9-11am thru
November 30th at the
Grayling Senior Center. Many
older adults experience con-
cerns about falling & restrict
their activities. This program
is an award-winning pro-
gram designed to manage
falls & increase activity levels.
For more information or to
sign up, call 989-348-7123.
GRAYLING
Festival of Trees
November 12th 19th at the
Grayling Mini Mall -View
spectacularly decorated trees
during Festival of Trees.
Purchase tickets to win a
chance at winning your
favorite tree! Over 30 beauti-
ful trees decorated by local
businesses will be on display
in the Grayling Mini Mall
(next to Hallmark) from
Nov.12-19. Sponsored by the
Grayling Promotional
Association, an organization
that enthusiastically pro-
motes all the wonderful
things about the Grayling
area, the festival is its biggest
fundraiser.
GRAYLING
Thanksgiving Dinner
The community is invited to
the Commission on Aging &
Senior Centers annual
Thanksgiving Dinner on
Thursday, November 17th
from 4-6pm. We will be serv-
ing Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed
Potatoes with Gravy, Green
Bean Casserole, Fruited-
Cranberry Mix and Pumpkin
Pie. The cost of the dinner is
$5.25 for those under 60 and
a suggested donation of
$2.50 for those over 60 years
of age. Dinner is open to the
public. The Senior Center is
located at 308 Lawndale St.
For more information call
(989) 348-7123.
PETOSKEY
Business after hours
November 17th, 5-7pm at the
Side Door Saloon
GRAYLING
Teen y Ology
Friday, November 18th at
6pm at Devereaux Library -
We are diggin up more bones
at this teen and tween
genealogy program that
exposes your familys past.
Join us for skeletons, snacks
and fun.
GRAYLING
Donate Christmas lights
The Christmas Walk commit-
tee is looking for out door
Christmas tree lights and
Christmas decoration dona-
tions, so we can make this
Christmas Walk a Christmas
Wonderland. If you can help
us please contact Pam Barr at
989-344-6000.
PETOSKEY
Swing Dance Series
With the Up North Big Band
at North Central Michigan
College Cafeteria Room. Nov.
18, 7:30pm. Beginners are
welcome. Instruction starts
at 6:45pm. Dances are $10,
adult, $5, Under 18 and free
under 5. A great way to expe-
rience the magic of the 30's
and 40's big band sound and
the dance styles popularized
by the music. Lindy and jit-
terbug Dances styles are
taught as well as other ball-
room styles and the Up North
Big Band provides music
with an 18 piece Big Band.
The Blissfest Music
Organization present this
series as part of our commit-
ment to sharing cultural her-
itage and providing a great
way to socialize like folks
used to before T.V.
GRAYLING
Art EXPO
The AuSable Artisan Village is
hosting a three day Indoor
Art Expo. Friday, Nov. 18th 3
to 8 pm, Saturday, Nov. 20th
10to 8 pm and Sunday, Nov
20th 11-3pm. Meet the
Artists. Over a dozen of the
region's best artists will be at
the gallery with works never
before seen in Grayling. Wine
tasting from the Good
Neighbor Winery, Michigan's
only organic 100 percent
organic winery.
Refreshments served all
three days Live Music on
both Friday & Saturday. Free
Gift Wrapping
BAY VIEW
Many moods of
Christmas concert
Tickets are now on sale for
the 30th annual fall concert
of the Northern Michigan
Chorale, titled The Many
Moods of Christmas. Dates
for the two performances are
Nov. 18 at 7:30pm and Nov.
20 at 3:30pm. The concerts
will be performed at the John
M. Hall Auditorium in Bay
View. Adult tickets are $10 (18
years and older) and $7 for
students. Contact the
Petoskey Chamber of
Commerce office, The Pier in
Harbor Springs or Chorale
members. The ticket booth at
Hall Auditorium will also sell
tickets one hour prior to per-
formances. For ticket infor-
mation, contact Larry
Gerould at 231-838-1757 or
Janada Chingwa at 231-347-
1618.
GRAYLING
Historical Museum
Needs Cookie Makers
Every year during the
Christmas Walk (Nov 19th)
the Historical Society deco-
rates the Museum for
Christmas and offers tours
and serves cookies & cider.
This year they are looking for
helpers to bake cookies to
help them serve the 300-400
visitors they usually get each
year. They are also looking
for people who would like to
wear any history period cos-
tume for that evening in the
Museum. Please contact
Rose Mary Nelson at 989-
348-2985.
MANCELONA
Craft show
Community Craft show in
Mancelona on Saturday,
November 19th, 9am to 3pm
Mancelona Elementary
School. Over 50 crafters on
display. Door prizes, food,
face Painting and much
more. Great way to start your
Christmas shopping!!
GRAYLING
Volunteers wanted for
Museum
The Grayling Museum wants
people who would like to
dress in their history period
clothes and visit the Grayling
Museum during the Grayling
Christmas Walk, Saturday,
November 19 between 3 pm
and 8 pm. We usually have
over 250 families; many chil-
dren visit the museum on
this evening and then after
their visit we have tradition-
ally given them cookies and
cider. I thought it would be so
nice if they could meet and
see some of these people
from ages past. I think the
children would gain so much
from this experience and it
would be fun for all. Please
contact me if you would be
interested in participating.
Thank you. Rose Mary
Nelson, 989-348-2985
VANDERBILT
Senior dance
The Elkland Senior Center is
hosting a dance Nov. 19 from
7pm 11pm. Music by the
Lucky Stars (Country &
Polka). Cost is $4 single, $7
couple. Bring a dish to pass.
The senior center is located
at 7910 Arthur St.
GRAYLING
Be a part of the Parade
The Grayling Christmas Walk
committee is looking for peo-
ple who would like to be in
the Christmas Parade.
Saturday, November 19th at
5:30pm. Line up at 4:30pm
starting at the Court House.
Please contact Sue Cowan at
989-3444004
PETOSKEY
Christmas Holiday Arts,
Crafts and Gift Show
Dozens of vendors will be
offering their one-of-a-kind,
quality gift and craft items
during the show Nov. 19, 9am
- 4pm at Community Center -
Emmet County Fair Grounds.
Admission is $1 or a donation
of a non-perishable food
item, with proceeds benefit-
ing Brother Dan's Food
Pantry, which serves
Northern Michigan.
Consessions will be available
from Brother Dan's as well.
GRAYLING
Christmas Walk
On Saturday, November 19th,
Uptown Grayling will be all
aglow and filled with the hol-
iday spirit when The
Christmas Walk welcomes
the Holiday Season.
Festivities include: Breakfast
with Santa (arts & crafts &
silent auction) at American
Legion at 9am-12noon.
Christmas Musical Show at
1pm at Rialto (by donation
only). A FREE Childrens
Christmas Movie at 3pm at
Rialto. Christmas Parade at
5pm on Michigan Ave. Live
Reindeer, Pony Rides &
Pictures with Santa at North
Country Corner all day.
Trolley rides available to take
you around town, to the
Festival of Trees and to
Northbound Outfitters from
3-8pm. Cookie decoration,
Christmas Stories & Crafts at
the Devereaux Library. Face
Painting at the Mercy
Hospital Window Shoppe.
Chili, hot dogs, nachos, hot
cocoa & coffee available at
North Country Corner.
Grayling Jr. Eagles will be
selling smores fixins in a bag
at North Country Corner and
a portable fire pit will be
available for toasting up
smores.
GAYLORD
Farmer's Market
The Gaylord Downtown
Farmer's Market is consid-
ered one of the finest mar-
kets in Northern Michigan!
Local farm producers sell
fresh fruits, vegetables,
baked goods, herbs and
much more! Every Saturday
thru Nov. 19, 10am 2pm.
GRAYLING
Meet the Artist
Wildlife Bronze Artist Roger
Smith, Saturday, November
19th from 3-8pm at the Main
Branch Gallery -Meet Wildlife
Bronze Artist Roger Smith
from 3-8pm during the
Christmas Walk. He will be
demonstrating how he cre-
ates and transforms cold
bronze into warm, nearly liv-
ing creatures. Also, visit with
other artists featured in
Grayling's nature inspired
Main Branch Gallery LLC.
www.mainbranchgallery.com.
PETOSKEY
Singles for Christ
Singles for Christ dinner
group for all area singles 50
years and older will meet
Saturday, November 19th at
6pm at the Odawa Casino for
a Buffet Meal. Later we will
have a game night at First
Presbyterian Church, 501 W.
Mitchell. Bring your own
beverage and a snack to pass.
Reservations required so
R.S.V.P. by calling Frieda at
231-347-5747 or e-mail frie-
da@compnor.com
GRAYLING
Toys for Tots
Toy donations for our
Christmas Help Program
may be dropped off at the
Christian Help Center or
placed in collection boxes
around town.
GRAYLING
Kids Coats & Socks
Wanted
New socks & new or gently
used coats are now being
accepted for children of all
ages. Donations may be
dropped off at the Christian
Help Center.
ROSCOMMON
Lakota Sioux Dance
Theatre
The Lakota Sioux Dance
Theatre has educated, enter-
tained and enlightened audi-
ences all over the world for
more than three decades.
The company communicates
the powerful messages and
resonance of dance and
songs in Plains Indian society
at the center of a living his-
tory and oral tradition in
American Indian society.
Featuring narratives, cre-
ation stories, original video
imagery and more than 20
traditional and sacred songs
and dances, the company
includes some of the most
highly acclaimed performers
of the Sioux Nation. See them
at Kirtland Center for the
Performing arts Nov. 19 at
7pm. Tickets are $20 and $16.
Order by phone at 989-275-
6777.
GRAYLING
Cookie Walk
Michelson Memorial United
Methodist Church will par-
ticipate in the Christmas
Walk on Saturday, November
19. The annual Cookie Walk
will be from 4pm to 8pm in
the church narthex.
GAYLORD
Local business now
CareScout provider
Seniors Helping Seniors has
received designation as a
Participating Provider in the
CareScout care giving pro-
grams offered by Genworth.
The program was endorsed
by AARP and will soon be
offered to AARP members
and their families. Genworth,
a Fortune 500 global finan-
cial security company, has
been the leader in long term
care insurance market for
over 35 years. Genworths
CareScout Programs match-
es care providers nationwide
with thousands of families in
need of care for their loved
ones. Seniors Helping
Seniors, located in Gaylord,
provides services throughout
northern Michigan. The mis-
sion of Seniors Helping
Seniors is to provide seniors
the opportunity to have an
independent lifestyle in their
own living situation for as
long as possible, with the dig-
nity and respect they
deserve. Services include
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To all those who have supported me:
I want to send out a very heartfelt THANK YOU for your sup-
port during my bid to be elected to the Gaylord City Council.
Your support and encouragement was a critical piece of my cam-
paign. We will take my current loss not as defeat, but as a learn-
ing experience. We will learn from this and continue to grow
stronger and wiser.
To those who voted for me: Thank you for your support and
for believing in me. It will not be the last time that you see my
name on the ballot. I hope that I have gained your continued
support by dedicating myself to listening to you and your needs
and taking action to help make Gaylord a better place. There are
still many ways that we can improve our community and help
guide it: Be an active member of the community, let your voice
be heard on issues you are passionate about, and get out and vote.
Again, thank you. Let`s keep improving upon this momentum
we have going. Look for me regularly at City Council meetings,
and watch for my quarterly newsletter.
Until next time,
Tammy LaBouef
LOCAL NEWS
companionship, personal
care, transportation to doc-
tors appointments, shop-
ping, meal preparation,
housekeeping, yard work and
more. For more information,
call Carla Parkes RN, Owner
at 989-448-8323.
GRAYLING
Cash for Christmas
50/50 Raffle
To benefit the Crawford
County United Way and to
give YOU a chance to win
Christmas Shopping Money.
The more tickets sold, the
more the jackpot grows!
Minimum Prize: $200. Ticket
Prices, $1/ticket or 6 for $5.
Tickets available at 7-11 in
Grayling, from any CCUW
Board Member, or by calling
989-350-4462. Drawing will
be held Sunday, November
20 at noon at the Grayling
Mini Mall (2384 I-75 Bus
Loop, Grayling). Need not be
present to win. Help us help
others by buying your tickets
today.
EAST JORDAN
Christmas Art Sale
Jordan River Arts Council is
hosting an art sale Nov. 20 -
Dec. 18, 1-4pm. Opening
with Christmas treats and
music on Nov. 20
GRAYLING
Murals Depict
Northern Michigan
Mercy Manor is developing
an 'Up North' decor theme &
has chosen to not display
framed pictures in their hall-
ways. Instead, local artist
Terry Dickinson painted
large murals of scenes that
capture the heart of northern
Michigan on the open wall
space. Mercy Manor has
been developing The
Sanctuary Model for Long
Term Care which honors the
sacredness of every soul.
Striving to eliminate the
loneliness, helplessness &
boredom that are associated
with long term care is a pri-
mary goal for Mercy Manor.
The 'Up North' themed
murals were a joy to watch
develop & still are a joy to talk
about with families, staff,
elders and visitors. ~ See
attached document to view
murals.
GRAYLING
These Sticks are
Made for Walking
Tuesday, November 22nd at
6pm at the Devereaux
Library. Learn to carve a
walking stick with help from
our friends at the
Northwoods Carving Club.
Meet master carvers Wendell
Smith, Brian Drulard and
Wendell Hoover. Adult pro-
gram. Sign up.
MANCELONA
Financial Institutions
workshop
Northwest Michigan
Community Action Agency
will be hosting workshop on
Banks and Financial
Institutions on November 22
from 6pm to 9pm, as part of a
free series of workshops on
financial fitness. The series
workshops are offered to the
general public for free at
NMCAA Head Start, 201 E.
State St. Attend all the six free
financial fitness workshops
and get your certificate of
completion! To register or to
find out about the future
workshops, please call 800-
443-5518.
GAYLORD
Sweater Drive
Otsego Memorial Hospital
has been designated as an
official drop off location for
the CMU Public Television
5th Annual Mister Rogers
Neighborhood Sweater
Drive. Community members
are encouraged to donate
new or gently-worn sweaters
to help keep each and every
one of our neighbors in the
community warm this fall
and winter season. Childrens
sweaters in particular are
needed. Partnering with
businesses in Central,
Northern and Southeast
Michigan, CMU Public
Broadcasting (WCMU) coor-
dinates the collection of
warm outerwear throughout
the months of October,
November and December.
Donated sweaters will be dis-
tributed to families who need
them by organizations in the
communities in which they
are collected. Sweaters col-
lected through Otsego
Memorial Hospital will be
distributed to members of
the community through The
Clothing Room in Gaylord.
GAYLORD
Holiday Farmer's
Market
Fresh pies and items for that
Holiday Dinner! Michigan
farm producers sell fresh
fruits, vegetables, baked
goods, herbs and much
more! Nov. 23, 10am - 2pm
under the pavilion down-
town.
GAYLORD
Turkey Trot
The first Thanksgiving Turkey
Trot will be held Thursday,
Nov. 24, and will benefit the
Friendship Housing Center.
The 5k run and one-mile fun
run/walk will begin at 9 a.m.
Thanksgiving Day at the
Gaylord Regional Airport ter-
minal. Entry fees are $30 for
the 5k run or walk (including
T-shirt), $15 for the one-mile
run/walk and $10 for kids
under 12 years of age. T-
shirts will be available for
$15. Pre-registration will take
place from 5 to 7pm
Wednesday, Nov. 23, at the
airport terminal. Race-day
registration will be at 8am
Thursday, Nov. 24, also at the
terminal. Find more at the
race's listing at www.run-
michigan.com. For more
information, contact Marilyn
Kaczanowski at 989-732-
5960.
GAYLORD
Community
Thanksgiving Dinner
Join your neighbors at the
community Thanksgiving
dinner Nov. 24 At St. Mary
cathedral parish hall for a
free Thanksgiving dinner.
Fellowship begins at 2pm,
dinner at 3pm. All food and
beverages are furnished. If
you would like to help serve,
donate or attend please call
Joe or Julie Koprowicz at 989-
732-2119.
PETOSKEY
Dollar Drive supports
Safe Home
Olesons Food Store in
Petoskey is partnering with
the Womens Resource
Center of Northern Michigan
(WRC) to assist the Safe
Home in providing food,
supplies and personal care
items to survivors of domes-
tic abuse and their children
staying at the emergency
shelter. Olesons is giving
shoppers the opportunity to
donate a dollar as they check
out their purchases, which
will go directly toward needs
at the Safe Home. The Dollar
Drive runs through
Thanksgiving Day, Thursday,
November 24.
CHARLEVOIX
Community Tree
Lighting
Join the community of
Charlevoix for their annual
tree lighting ceremony Nov.
25 in downtown
INDIAN RIVER
Craft show
Christmas in Indian River is
Friday, November 25th,
10am-4pm at Inland Lakes
School. Admission is $2. 5-
8pm. Downtown Events
include Lighted Parade,
Santa, Reindeer, Story Time,
Music and Community Soup
Pots
PETOSKEY
Alan Gerber
Nov. 26, Crooked Tree Arts
Center, 8 pm. Shows are $15
advance, $10 members
advance, $20/$15 door,
$20/$15 reserved, students
price. Advanced tickets avail-
able at Crooked Tree, Grain
Train, Petoskey Chamber and
Blissfest.
PETOSKEY
Stafford's Downtown
Holiday Parade
Help the holidays march into
Downtown Petoskey with the
Stafford's Downtown
Petoskey Holiday Parade on
Saturday, November 26 at 10
am. Stafford's Hospitality
hosts this daytime parade
that swoops into downtown
carrying holiday excitement.
This fun event includes
marching bands, floats by
local businesses, marching
characters, and much more.
The parade is wrapped up by
its most popular participant,
Santa Claus. After the parade,
he will greet children on the
Veranda at Stafford's Perry
Hotel and listen to all of their
Christmas wishes.
GAYLORD
Holiday Arts & Crafts
Fair and Fundraiser
Otsego Christian School will
be hosting their 1st Annual
Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair
on Saturday, November 26
from 10am to 4pm. We want
to invite all crafters of hand-
made items to call us at (989)
732-8333 or email us at
khawkins@ocsgaylord.org for
an application or for more
information. This is a
fundraiser for our school,
and we are very excited about
opening up the school for a
great craft show such as this!
MACKINAW CITY
Spirit of Christmas
Dinner
Audie's Restaurant in
Mackinaw City and The
Northland Players' singing
group the Northland
Noteables present the Spirit
of Christmas Dinner,
Monday, Tuesday &
Wednesday, November 28th,
29th & 30th. Call 231-436-
5744 for reservations.
MANCELONA
Plumbing workshop
Northwest Michigan
Community Action Agency
will be hosting a workshop
on Plumbing on November
29 from 6pm to 9pm, as part
of Home Maintenance work-
shops. The free workshop is
offered to the general public
for free at, NMCAA Head
Start, 201 E. State St. To regis-
ter or to find out about the
future workshops, please call
800-443-5518.
GAYLORD
Mental health
Learn about mental health at
a seminar Nov. 29 at Saks
Wellness Center, 1477 S.
Otsego. The session begins at
6:30pm.
ANTRIM & CHARLEVOIX COUNTIES
Oryana Foods Offering
Grant to non-profit
Organizations
Oryana Natural Foods
Market, a community coop-
erative owned by thousands
of area residents, will make a
significant donation to a
worthy non-profit. Oryana
currently seeks applications
from local non-profit organi-
zations for the Oryana
Community Grant Program.
Every profitable year, Oryana
donates a portion of its end-
of-year proceeds (pre-tax) to
a local non-profit organiza-
tion. Applicants must be a
non-profit based in one of
the following counties:
Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix,
Grand Traverse, Kalkaska,
Leelanau, Manistee,
Missaukee, Wexford.
Organizations who have
been awarded Oryana's
Community Grant within the
last five years do not qualify.
To download an application,
visit the Community Grant
section of the Oryana web-
site, www.oryana.coop.
Applications must be sub-
mitted electronically for con-
sideration, to
luise@oryana.coop. The
deadline is December 1,
2011. After review by a Grant
Review Committee (a sub-
committee of Oryana's Board
of Directors).
GAYLORD
Extreevanganza
Plan to attend
Extreevanganza 2011 spon-
sored by the Otsego County
Community Foundation at
Otsego Club & Resort Dec. 2
at 6pm. Please consider
donating a tree, wreath or
item for the silent or live auc-
tion. For info call 989-731-
0597 or e-mail dana@otsego-
foundation.org.
GRAYLING
Line dancing
The Crawford County
Commission on Aging has
restarted its Line Dancing
classes again this fall. The
free classes for are facilitated
by Ann Doty. The group prac-
tices weekly on Wednesdays
at 10am. No dance experi-
ence is needed to attend
these classes and no sign up
is necessary. For more infor-
mation, contact the Senior
Center at (989) 348-7123
GAYLORD
Diaper Drive
The New Life Pregnancy
Resource Center will be col-
lecting disposable diapers in
sizes 3, 4, 5, and 6 throughout
the month of November. The
need of in our area continues
to grow already this year
families have received over
6,000 diapers from the New
Life Center. Our Goal is to
collect a minimum of 5,000
diapers to help meet this
growing need. Donations
may be dropped off at the
New Life Pregnancy
Resource Center located at
705 South Otsego Ave. in
Gaylord during our regular
business hours; Monday,
Wednesday and Fridays from
10am to 4pm. Help a family
in need. Please donate today!
GAYLORD
Luggage needed for
foster kids
Lutheran Child and Family
Service of Michigan is in
need of suitcases or duffle
bags that are in new or like
new condition to give to the
children in Foster Care.
Without luggage of duffel
bags they often transport
their belongings in garbage
bags. For more information
at dewards@lcfsmi.org or
989-732-1040
NORTHERN MICHIGAN
Foster Care Homes
needed
There is a shortage of homes
in northern Michigan for fos-
ter children needing place-
ment. We prefer not to move
children out of the school
district they are living in so
we need to have homes all
over. Also, we are especially
short of homes that accept
teenagers. Lutheran Child
and Family Service of
Michigan offers a no obliga-
tion orientation for parents
that are interested in open-
ing their homes to foster chil-
dren. We accept singles as
well as couples; working par-
ents as well as stay at home
parents. For more informa-
tion at dewards@lcfsmi.org
or 989-732-1040.
GRAYLING
Hertz in Grayling
Scheer Motors has partnered
with Hertz Rent-A-Car to
offer rental cars for those
coming to our area that are in
need of a rental. Please call
ahead for availability as they
currently have a minimum
supply on site. Reservations
can be made my calling
Scheer Motors at 989-348-
5451 Monday Friday,
8:00am 5:00pm.
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Q: I have just entered into a
relationship with a man whom I
really love and care for. I have one
small but nagging concern about
our relationship Im 22 years
old and hes almost 40. Is this a
problem? Will it be a problem in
the future?
Jim: Theres nothing inherently
wrong with such an arrangement,
but there are certainly some things
you should consider before going
too deep into the relationship.
The first has to do with the basic
difference in your life experiences.
Youre barely beyond college age;
hes approaching midlife and has
already spent considerable time in
the adult world pursuing a career
and having romantic relationships.
Under normal circumstances, he
will have achieved a greater degree
of maturity than you have at this
stage in your life. Now, Im not
accusing you of being immature.
And its quite possible that hes
young at heart. But you should hon-
estly consider whether the differ-
ence in your levels of life experience
will impact your relationship before
forging ahead.
In addition, some young women
are attracted to older men because
theyre really looking for a father fig-
ure. The men recognize this and end
up manipulating or controlling their
younger girlfriends. Take a personal
inventory and consider whether you
view your boyfriend as a peer and
partner, or if youre seeking to meet
an unmet father-need in your life. If
its the latter, you should put a halt
to the relationship in fairness to you
both.
I know plenty of happily married
couples who have significant age
differences between them. But you
do need to take these things into
account before moving forward..
** ** **
Q: When I got engaged last week
I got a hostile reaction from my
parents, especially my mom. She
believes were too young, even
though were both in our mid-20s!
Im wondering if this is because of
the empty nest syndrome my
mom and I have always been close,
and Im the last of her children to
leave the home. Weve always been
a tight-knit family and this crisis
really concerns me. What should I
do?
Juli: Even though, in your mind, par-
ents should greet an engagement with a
lot of enthusiasm, its fairly normal for
them to have some anxiety, and even
hostility. Youve already touched on the
idea that it will be difficult for your mom
to let you go. Your marriage means a
huge transition, not only in your rela-
tionship with her, but in her own life.
Give her time to adjust to the idea of los-
ing you.
Having said that, your parents may
also have legitimate concerns about
your engagement. Often they can see
something that you cant. For example,
they may observe that your fiance is
controlling or rude. If theyre hitting on
something that could be true, validate
the concern. You could say, I can see
what youre saying. Thats why we are
going through premarital counseling.
This mature attitude will assure your
parents that youre going into marriage
with your eyes wide open and that
youre aware of possible red flags. If your
parents continue to harp on the same
concerns, remind them that youve
already talked about that and consid-
ered their advice.
Also, be careful not to put your fiance
in the middle of the drama with your
parents. Emotions are probably running
high on all sides. Dont make decisions
or statements that could do lasting
damage to the long-term relationships.
Your parents will likely come around to
supporting your engagement
and marriage. In the mean-
time, reaffirm your love for
them, acknowledging that
this is a tough time for them..
** ** **
Jim Daly is president of Focus on
the Family, host of the Focus on the
Family radio program, and a hus-
band and father of two.
Dr. Juli Slattery is a licensed psy-
chologist, co-host of Focus on the
Family, author of several books,
and a wife and mother of three.
Submit your questions to:
ask@FocusOnTheFamily.com
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Northern Michigan businesses selected to receive support
under MEDC pilot program
Fifty-four small and midsize companies from around
Michigan have been selected to receive business develop-
ment support through the Pure Michigan Business Connect
Economic Gardening Pilot Program being offered by the
Michigan Economic Development Corporation, MEDC CEO
and President Michael A. Finney announced today.
The goal of this program is to help these second-stage
companies grow and in turn, generate new private invest-
ment and create new jobs for Michigan, Finney said. The
program is part of our toolkit for economic gardening thats
built on Michigans broad asset base of strong corporate
enterprises, innovative entrepreneurs and rich technology
resources.
The program will be administered through the Cassopolis-
based Edward Lowe Foundation and will include four areas of
support: strategy and management; market research/com-
petitive intelligence; Internet and social media strategy; and
geographical information systems to help identify potential
customers in other states.
Our experience shows us that second-stage companies
exposed to economic gardening techniques grow at faster
rates than their peers, said Penny Lewandowski, director of
entrepreneurship development at the Edward Lowe
Foundation. MEDC's support of the pilot program is exciting
news for Michigan's second-stagers and a clear indication of
the commitment our state has made to the next generation of
Michigan success stories.
The 54 companies were selected by an independent review
board from a pool of 108 nominees that were submitted by
local economic development representatives from through-
out Michigan. The companies were chosen based on the type
and size of the markets they serve, their growth potential, and
their likelihood of benefiting from the service.
Each companys CEO will be paired with a Strategic
Research Team for a total of 35 hours spread across all four
members of the team. The team works with the CEO to deter-
mine the specific areas of need and then supplies the CEO
with relevant and actionable information about their com-
petitors, markets and customers. Each company engagement
is expected to take a total of two to three weeks to complete.
The pilot program is the latest addition to Pure Michigan
Business Connect, the $3 billion public-private initiative that
provides Michigans businesses new ways to buy and sell,
raise capital, and connect with each other through an alliance
of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, state
agencies and major Michigan companies and organizations.
Visit here for more information on Pure Michigan Business
Connect.
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation, a pub-
lic-private partnership serving as the state's marketing arm
and lead agency for business, talent and jobs, focuses on help-
ing grow Michigan's economy. For more on the MEDC and its
initiatives, visit: MichiganAdvantage.org.
Among the businesses in the Northern Michigan area
selected for the Economic Gardening Pilot Program
Companies were:
Classic Instruments, Boyne City Build instruments
(speedometers, tachometers, etc.) for the aftermarket auto
industry.
Cygnus, Inc., Petoskey Manufacture computer worksta-
tions for healthcare.
Frontier Computer Corporation, Traverse City Provide
global solutions and IT service.
R. M. Young Company, Traverse City Manufacture meteor-
ological (weather) instruments.
Springfield Commercial Roofing, Kingsley Provide com-
mercial roofing, building analysis and mechanical insulation
systems using innovative solutions and exceptional service
including online reporting for commercial buildings.
Silversmith, Inc., Gaylord Measure gas/oil wells through a
web based metering system with 9,000 installed across North
America. www.silversmithinc.com
Schwartz Boiler Shop, Inc., Cheboygan Repair gas pro-
cessing plants and power houses. www.schwartzboiler.com
Alfie, Traverse City Work with companies to build brand
awareness and incentive programs through embroidery,
screen printing and promotional products. www.goalfie.com
Island Airways, Beaver Island Provide transportation and
warehousing.
Dynamic Computer Corporation, Farmington Hills
Provide information technology and RFID solutions.
The Community Center will have open use at no cost for all
students after school on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
from 3:00 5:00pm. Parents, grandparents, legal guardians,
family members or big brothers/big sisters are also welcome
to come and play or observe their childs activities. The
Community Center may be reserved on Thursdays from 3:00
5:00pm for a special fee of $15.00. This is for youth activities
such as boy/girl scouts, youth groups a parent who would like
to reserve the center for basketball, volleyball games or
instructions, coaches who would like to work with their youth
teams/ athletics, etc. The Community Center is also available
for rent for any age on Friday evenings, Saturdays and
Sundays for a fee of $30.00 for 2 hours. This is a great fee for a
group of users who would just like to play basketball or vol-
leyball, or if you have another activity, just check with us.
When you reserve the Community Center only your group is
allowed in the building.
The Community Playgroup for children newborn 5 years
old and their caring adult is meeting Tuesdays from 9:30
11:30am. Boyne Area Gymnastics is on Tuesdays and Zumba
by Claudia Woodhouse is on Monday and Wednesday from
5:15 6:45. The adult co-ed volleyball league is on Thursday
evenings.
Open adult time in on Monday and Wednesday from 7:00
9:00pm for a cost of $1.00
When the Community Center is not reserved it is open for
anybody to use other than after school.
You may still register for Dave Baragreys Bear Basketball
league for 3rd 6th grade boys and girls who will play their
games on Saturdays and Sundays in January and February.
The daily schedule is always available by calling (989) 732-
6521
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Some people buy investments here
and there, now and then. Others open
an Individual Retirement Account (IRA),
put some money in it, and then forget
about it. But this type of haphazard
investment behavior can lead to hap-
hazard results. On the other hand,
youve got five good reasons for creating
and following a comprehensive, long-
term investment strategy.
* Reason No. 1: You want to enjoy a
comfortable retirement lifestyle. For
most people, building resources for
retirement is the most powerful reason
to invest. As a key part of your invest-
ment strategy, youll want to consider
investments that have growth potential.
The proportion of your portfolio devot-
ed to these growth investments should
be based on your individual risk toler-
ance and time horizon. And, as you
move much closer to your actual retire-
ment date, you may decide to shift some
but certainly not all of your portfo-
lio from growth-oriented vehicles to
those investments that can provide a
reliable income stream and incur less
volatility.
* Reason No. 2: You need to stay ahead
of inflation. Over the past few years,
weve experienced relatively low infla-
tion, but over time, even a low inflation
rate can dramatically erode the value of
your savings and investments. That's
why you may want to consider invest-
ments that provide the potential for ris-
ing income.
* Reason No. 3: You need to help man-
age the unexpected. You cant predict
what life will hold in store for you. To
cope with unexpected costs, such as a
major car repair or a new furnace, youll
need to create an emergency fund con-
taining six to 12 months worth of living
expenses so that you wont be forced to
dip into your long-term investments.
And to deal with other major uncertain-
ties of life, youll need adequate life and
disability insurance.
* Reason No. 4: You need resources for
major life events. Your retirement may
eventually require the bulk of your
financial resources but its not the
only milestone for which youll need to
save and invest. You may need a down
payment on a house, or you may some-
day even want to purchase a vacation
home. And if you have children or
grandchildren, you may want to help
them pay for college.
* Reason No. 5: Youll want to keep in
mind investment-related taxes. Taxes,
like inflation, can
eat into your
i n v e s t m e n t
returns. Youll need
to evaluate
whether you can
benefit from tax-
advantaged invest-
ments and retire-
ment accounts,
such as traditional
or Roth IRAs.
So there you
have it: five good
reasons to adhere
to a unified invest-
ment strategy thats
tailored to your sit-
uation. This type of
blueprint may
not sound glam-
orous, and its cer-
tainly not a get
rich quick formu-
la, but it will help
you stay on track
toward your impor-
tant financial goals.
This article was
written by Edward
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Financial Advisor. Philip Hofweber is a
Financial Advisor with Edward Jones
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Street in Gaylord. He can be reached at
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Shelly loves what she does. She says, Its rewarding. I get to
spend my day with women that like to be there.
The artistic part of her job comes naturally to her. She has
developed quite a following. I think that my clients appreci-
ate that I use the very best products available. The sanitation
products that Shelly incorporates are all hospital grade as
well.
The acrylic compound that Shelly uses is MMA free. It is
important to know this, because there are still people in the
area that use MMA laden products.
MMA is an abbreviation for methyl methacrylate, a sub-
stance the FDA called poisonous and deleterious in 1974,
when it took C.E.B. Products, Inc, to court and halted distri-
bution of their MMA-laden monomer.
What exactly is MMA? The Definition of MMA
MMA stands for Methyl Methacrylate; a colorless liquid
with a sharp, fruity odor. It is typically used to make resins,
plastics, and specifically plastic dentures. In the nail industry
this dangerous chemical can be found in acrylic
liquids/monomers. When MMA acrylic liquid is used the nails
are typically referred to as dental acrylics or porcelain
nails. The FDA has prohibited this chemical from being used
on fingernails, however some states still have not banned
this chemical from use in nail salons.
How MMA Can Affect Your Nails
The FDA received consumer complaints of rashes, contact
dermatitis, nail damage, loss of natural nails and nerve dam-
age. If you check Material Safety Data Sheets, they mention
potential eye, skin, nose and throat irritation from prolonged
exposure to MMA and severe side effects could include liver,
kidney, reproductive and central nervous system damage.
Shelly employs very strict safety and sanitation codes to her
salon. She uses a new emery board for every set of nails that
she works on.
Even her New European Touch pedicure chair uses Crystal
Clean technology. This pedicure chair is something else. This
chair uses a pipe free system. This basically means that there
is never sitting water that could produce bacteria. The seat
actually massages you while you enjoy the pedicure. It is
equipped with soothing rollers, and will allow you to localize
specific zones with vibration and heat. Oh yeah, it also
reclines, and has a drink holder. Pedicures include: nail trim,
calluses removed, feet massaged, toe nails painted, and flip
flops if you forget.
So come just for the great conversation, come for the natu-
ral looking acrylics, and come to be pampered. Its a wonder-
ful place for all of the above.
Call today to schedule your appointment (989) 732-7100.
Original Styles (formerly OrigiNails by Shelly) is located on
South Otsego Avenue in the Northstar Mall next to
Independence Tire. 1699 South Otsego Avenue in Gaylord.
Original Styles Nails it
Petoskey The C.S. Lewis Festival will host a screening of
the short documentary C.S. Lewis: Why He Matters Today, fol-
lowed by a discussion led by co-producer Dr. Devin Brown.
The screening will take place at 7:00 p.m. November 11 at the
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 1020 E. Mitchell Street in
Petoskey. There is no cost to attend, but a freewill donation is
encouraged.
The documentary describes how Lewis effectively advocat-
ed for Christian principals by communicating three key
worldview themes: reclaiming Christian reason, rediscover-
ing Christian imagination, and restoring a Christian vision of
humanity.
Following the screening is a discussion led by Devin Brown.
Brown is an author, Lilly Scholar, and Professor of English at
Asbury University in Kentucky. His books include Inside
Narnia: A Guide to Exploring the Lion, the Witch and the
Wardrobe, Inside Prince Caspian, Inside the Voyage of the
Dawn Treader, and a novel for young people titled Not Exactly
Normal.
On Sunday, November 13 Brown will also deliver the ser-
mon at the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. worship services at Emmanuel
Episcopal Church in Petoskey. For more information, please
contact 231-347-2350.
The screening is part of the area-wide C.S. Lewis Festival, a
not-for-profit, donor-supported corporation that annually
facilitates an exploration of the life and works of the man who
created Narnia. For more information, visit www.cslewisfesti-
val.org.
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We offer home energy and leisure
products aimed at the way we live here in
Northern Michigan, states Mike
Westcott, manager of Lifestyles of
Gaylord, formerly known as Philips
Energy. We carry a full line of alterna-
tive heating equipment by Hearth N
Home, including pellet stoves, wood
stoves and boilers, and wood-burning
and gas fireplaces, both free-standing
and wall units. On the leisure side, we
have Brunswick pool tables and a com-
plete inventory of accessories, plus three
brands of hot tubs and spas.
The variety of products on display in
the Lifestyles of Gaylord Showroom is
astounding. Just inside the front entry,
an inviting presentation of Brunswick
pool tables greets the shopper, creating
an immediate urge to grab a pool cue
and chalk up.
Westcott points out, The University of
Wisconsin performed a test and found
that the Brunswick Gold Label line,
which utilizes a secret rubber materials
formula for the bumpers, is up to forty
percent more responsive than any com-
peting brand. Brunswick tables have
always set the standard for playing per-
formance and durability.
While the pool tables certainly bring
visions of enjoying afternoons and
evenings shooting a few games with
friends, the amazing selection of alterna-
tive heating equipment on display at
Lifestyles of Gaylord provide inspiration
for substantial savings on home energy
bills.
Pellet stoves have been a very popular
item, notes Westcott. We carry the
number one and number two brands;
Harman and Quadra-Fire. Pellet stoves
are very easy to operate; with electronic
ignition and thermostatic control, it is a
very simple way to switch over from tra-
ditional natural gas or propane heating
in the home.
And the savings can approach a forty
to fifty percent on home heating bills.
Even those who take advantage of the
financing available at Lifestyles of
Gaylord may well find they are paying
less each month for the equipment and
pellets that they would be paying for
their traditional monthly budgeted heat-
ing bill. Its tempting to apply those
monthly savings to a new pool table or
hot tub!
Theres no better way to soothe those
aches and pains after a hard day at work
than to stretch out in a warm, bubbling
hot tub spa right at home. Lifestyles of
Gaylord offers three leading hot tub
brands; Jacuzzi, which is the original spa
manufacturer that continues setting the
standards all others aspire to, as well as
Four Winds and SpaTech, lines that offer
that relaxing home hot tub/spa retreat
experience at a more budget oriented
price point.
Lifestyles of Gaylord have an in-house
crew of qualified, certified technicians
that install and service their products
throughout northern Lower Michigan.
From a full line of alternative heating
equipment to leisure products that
reflect the Northern Michigan experi-
ence, Lifestyles of Gaylord celebrates the
way we live, and the way we relax!
Lifestyles of Gaylord, located on US 27 South in Gaylord, offers a full line of alternative heating products as well as pool tables and hot tub/spas to make the most of
leisure living in northern Lower Michigan.
The variety of products on display in the Lifestyles of Gaylord Showroom is astounding.
Photo by Jim AkAns
Photo by Jim AkAns
Home energy
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Spending at locally owned busi-
nesses leads to better schools, better
roads and local support of commu-
nity charities and fundraisers.
The Wall Street Journal recently
wrote an article that touted the ben-
efits of shopping locally. They com-
pared the impact of shopping at
businesses that are owned locally
compared to a business that is
owned by an entity from outside of
the area.
Next time are shopping in
Northern Michigan, consider the
impact that each dollar you spend
and how it will return to the com-
munity you live in. Every dollar you
spend works about 50% harder
when it is spent at a locally owned,
independent business. That's
according to an online tool that
gauges the economic impact on
local communities of spending at
independently owned small busi-
nesses versus national chains.
Launched by Independent We
Stand, a Virginia-based advocacy
group for independent business
owners, the tool shows that for every
$10 spent at an independent busi-
ness, about $6 is returned to the
local community in the form of pay-
roll taxes and other local expendi-
tures. By contrast, only $4 is
returned by national chains.
Depending on the size of the city,
this could potentially inject millions
into a local economy.
As such, spending at local small
businesses "leads to better schools,
better roads and more support for
other civic necessities such as police
departments," the group says.
The results are based on a study of
local retail economics in the Chicago
area community of Andersonville
that found local, independently
owned stores contributed more tax
dollars to neighborhood develop-
ment than national chains. The
study, co-sponsored by their local
chamber of commerce, also found
local businesses paid higher wages,
used more local goods and services,
and contributed more to community
charities and fundraisers.
Some Interesting Info...
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business and $62 stays in our com-
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Spend $100.00 in a National
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December 1
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Petoskey - Pictured here are partici-
pants in the Petoskey District Library
(PDL) Chess Gangs first Family Chess
Night on Thursday, November 10 in the
Carnegie Building, they are (l to r):
Emily Baldus, Noah Degen, Tyler Parks,
Alex Bemben, Landon Brantly, John
McCloskey, Sean McCloskey and
Gunnar McNamara.
A practice tournament was organized
by Chess Gang Masters, Robert
Bemben and Jess Miller. The results of
that tournament are: 1st place (2-1/2
pts.): Gunnar McNamara, 2nd place (2
pts.) - Alex Bemben with a 5-way tie for
3rd place (1-1/2 pts.) - Landon Brantly,
Tyler Parks, Noah Degen, John
McCloskey and Sean McCloskey. The
tournament was Emily Balduss first
organized chess experience beyond
playing a few matches with her uncle.
PDLs Chess Gang meets every
Monday from 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the
Childrens Program Room at the library
and the group is mentored by Bemben.
More Family Nights will be forthcom-
ing and an official tournament is being
planned by Bemben, Miller and library
staff for Saturday, February 25 as a part
of Petoskeys Winter Blues Festival.
Details will be posted as they become
available on the librarys web site,
www.petoskeylibrary.org, as well as
being announced in local media.
TERRIFIC KIDS
All kids are terrific and here at
South Maple Elementary we are
acknowledging kids for good
character. The Kiwanis club of
Otsego County is helping us with
this endeavor. Students who
exhibit good behavior by follow-
ing our school rules will be recog-
nized by staff for doing so. One
student per class will be selected
to receive a Terrific Kid award,
button, and pencil. The student
names will be announced on our
morning announcements. They
will also have their picture taken
to hang on our Terrific Kid bul-
letin board. This is an excellent
opportunity for staff, students,
parents and the community to
connect on a social/emotional
level because good character is
just as important as good grades!
here are the terrific kids from
south maple for the week
ending 11-11-11
Judy (Kiwanis), Thomas Burt, Ashlyn Warren,
Gracie Caverson, Chloe Boucher,
Nora Bailey, Logan Bozzer, James Smith,
Seth Johnson, Fred (Kiwanis)
Middle row: Kaiden Graham, Hunter Cook,
Nora Hickey, Willy Norton, Isabelle MacQueen,
Logan Ames, Desiree Green, Deven Schermerhorn,
Carson Posgate
Front row: Evan DAgostino, Layne Snyder.
Absent: Kylin Curtis
Crooked Tree Arts Center is proud to present Brent
James and the ContraBand on stage, Saturday,
November 19 at 8:00 pm.
Brent James and the ContraBand played at
Petoskeys Festival on the Bay in August of 2011 and
opened for Ted Nugent at DTE Energy Music Theatre
in September of 2011. "He's a rocking young kid,"
Nugent said of James. "Our manager spotted him
and since I don't get around to see other acts much
between tours, I took his word for it when he said we
should get Brent on the tour. He was right. Brent is a
great performer and he really impressed me with the
Detroit thing he has going on. You can feel that ener-
gy, the drive you saw in Mitch Ryder, the MC5, Grand
Funk Railroad and the Romantics. Their single
Moment of Silence is currently picked up by sta-
tions across the Country.
The band includes local favorite Jason Kott on
Bass, Matt Hayes,: Drums; and Mike Puwal, Guitars.
Brent James Biography
Brent James knew what he wanted from an early
age. He began singing with his mother in the front
seat of their car and around the house while his
father worked as an autoworker in Saginaw
Michigan. James had a pretty good grasp on where he
came from, always embracing his blue-collar roots.
He began writing songs at the age of 9 while mowing
lawns and doing chores for family all while telling his
parents he would move to NYC and become a singer
one day.
After fronting a couple bands and getting some
touring under his belt, Brent knew it was time to
make a leap. He packed up his bags and made the
move to New York City. He began concentrating on
song writing and honing his front man skills drawing
on influences from Joe Cocker, Springsteen. Dylan &
Mellencamp amongst many others. James: There
was never any shortage of amazing music playing
around my house growing up. My parents had unbe-
lievable taste. They introduced me to all the greats. I
remember it totally making my head spin around.
Picture Bob Seger getting into a fist fight with the
Beach Boys and thats my son. He can go gritty or
pretty. says Brents dad Robert.
In 2009 a few of Brents raw acoustic demos that he
made on his computer fell into the hands of Grammy
Award Winning Producer Skidd Mills. Brent and
Skidd hit it off immediately and began recording his
debut full length at the Sound Kitchen in Nashville
Tennessee. We moved so fast and it felt so easy it
was a no brainer for me. You just know when you
connect with someone musically and this was a live
wire, says James.
Tickets for the performance are $10 in advance for
$15 at the door and ll seats are General Admission.
This performances is sponsored in part by Classic
Rock/The Bear. Tickets may be purchased by calling
the arts center at 231-347-4337 or online at
www.crookedtree.org.
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LOCAL NEWS
Auxiliary honors loved ones
during Lights of Love
ceremony December 7
This holiday season, the Mercy Hospital Grayling Auxiliary
will again sponsor 'Lights of Love'. This project is a thoughtful
way for members of the community to honor someone spe-
cial.
The 'Lights of Love' program will offer a tree lighting cere-
mony on Wednesday, December 7 at 5:30 pm in front of the
hospital, followed by a reception in the hospital cafeteria.
Each donation, in memory or in honor of a loved one, will
purchase a light to help illuminate the tree. In addition to the
lights, the names of those being honored will be written on a
scroll that will be displayed in the hospital throughout the
holiday season.
The minimum donation for a light is $5 for each person
being honored or remembered. Donation envelopes are avail-
able at the hospital's information desk. Proceeds from the
Lights of Love will help with the Auxiliarys $100,000 pledge to
the significant improvements to the inpatient units at Mercy
Hospital Grayling. The improvements have already begun
and will include cosmetic improvements as well as medical
equipment upgrades.
The community is invited and encouraged to participate in
this program. For further information, please call the
Volunteer Services department at 231-878-0527 or email
Keitha Lochinski at klochinski@trinity-health.org.
September 17, 2009 Charlevoix County News Page 5
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United Way
Campaign Kicks Off
Char-Em United Way kicked o its 2009-2010 Campaign with
a Growing a Bountiful Campaign luncheon for volunteer leaders.
Our campaign theme this year is Live United: Give-Advocate-
Volunteer, which encourages people to become engaged in many
ways and create lasting change in our community, said Board Pres-
ident Bob Carlile. Were excited to announce our campaign goal of
$333,000, an 8.5% increase over what was pledged last year. e
Frey Foundation is once again oering us a $20,000 challenge
grant when we reach that goal. I am especially pleased to be able to
say that 100% of our Board of Directors members have already
made their pledges.
Dale Hull, of Dale Hull and Associates, and Joanne Curtis, Fi-
nancial Advisor with Raymond James Financial Services in
Charlevoix, have been selected as Campaign Co-Chairs.
Curtis encouraged the audience to get more involved with
United Way this year. Im committed to United Way because I
know how important it is in Charlevoix and Emmet Counties. It is
an outstanding organization with which I could not be more proud
to be involved. We cannot reach our goal without your help.
In this country, we have a tradition of helping people that is
the United Way, continued Hull. Philanthropy is unique in Amer-
ica. We Give, Advocate, and Volunteer in impressive amounts.
e programs which United Way supports in our community are
so important.
Executive Director, Martha Lancaster, previewed the new
Campaign video and newspaper ad services which features local
people telling how they give, advocate and volunteer in our com-
munity. e video is posted on the Char-Em United Way website
(www.charemunitedway.org) and You Tube.
is is going to be an extremely challenging year in which to
raise funds, Lancaster noted. However, with the economy in such
bad shape, the need for the programs which United Way supports
is greater than ever, says Lancaster. We know that many people
wont be able to contribute as much as they have in the past, so we
need to expand our campaigns into additional workplaces, in-
crease the percentage of employees donating in each, and also in-
crease our leadership, residential and small business mail
fundraising.
She noted that the campaign is already at 5% of goal thanks to
an early campaign at Wal-Mart, pledges from the Board of Direc-
tors, and leadership gis from Northern Michigan Regional Hospi-
tal and several other individual donors.
e Char-Em United Way campaign activities begin in early
September with presentations and mailings to local businesses and
mailings to families and individuals in Charlevoix and Emmet
County. Seventy-ve workplaces public and private; large and
small; local and national conduct workplace campaigns for Char-
Em United Way each year. Many employers oer their sta the op-
tion of payroll deductions, and donors can also contribute by
credit card and online. Funds raised through the annual campaign
support health and human service agencies in the community.
For more information, to schedule a presentation for your
business, or to volunteer with United Way, call 487-1006 or email:
info@charemunitedway.org.
e Frey Foundation is one of Michigans largest family foun-
dations. Grants are provided primarily to non-prot organizations
in western Michigan for projects to enhance childrens develop-
ment, protect natural resources, promote the arts, and expand
philanthropic and civic action.
The Charlevoix County News makes it a point every week to publish the positive side of news in Charlevoix County. We are
surrounded by negative news, but readers find the Charlevoix County News will find a refreshing change especially in
today!s climate. If you have something positive to share, let us know. E-Mail us at Office@CharlevoixCountyNews.com.
Positive thinking
brings inner peace, suc-
cess, improved relation-
ships, better health,
happiness and satisfaction.
It also helps the daily af-
fairs of life move more
smoothly, and makes life
look bright and promising.
Positive thinking is
contagious. People around
you pick your mental
moods and are aected ac-
cordingly. ink about
happiness, good health
and success, and you will
cause people to like you
and desire to help you, be-
cause they enjoy the vibra-
tions that a positive mind
emits.
In order to make posi-
tive thinking yield results,
you need to develop a pos-
itive attitude toward life,
expect a successful out-
come of whatever you do,
but also take any necessary
actions to ensure your suc-
cess.
Eective positive
thinking that brings results
is much more than just re-
peating a few positive
words, or telling yourself
that everything is going to
be all right. It has to be
your predominant mental
attitude. It is not enough to
think positively for a few
moments, and then letting
fears and lack of belief
enter your mind. Some ef-
fort and inner work are
necessary.
Are you willing
to make a real
inner change?
Are you willing
to change the
way you think?
Are you willing
to develop a
mental power
that can posi-
tively aect
you, your envi-
ronment and
the people
around you?
Here are a few actions
and tips to help you de-
velop the power of positive
thinking:
Always use only posi-
tive words while thinking
and while talking. Use
words such as, I can, I am
able, it is possible, it can
be done, etc.
Allow into your
awareness only feelings of
happiness, strength and
success.
Try to disregard and
ignore negative thoughts.
Refuse to think such
thoughts, and substitute
them with constructive
happy thoughts.
In your conversation
use words that evoke feel-
ings and mental images of
strength, happiness and
success.
Before starting with
any plan or action, visual-
ize clearly in your mind its
successful outcome. If you
visualize with concentra-
tion and faith, you will be
amazed at the results.
Read at least one page
of inspiring book every
day.
Watch movies that
make you feel happy.
Minimize the time
you listen to or watch the
news.
Associate yourself
with people who think
positively.
Always sit and walk
with your back straight.
is will strengthen your
condence and inner
strength.
Walk, swim or engage
in some other physical ac-
tivity. is helps to develop
a more positive attitude.
ink positive and ex-
pect only favorable results
and situations, even if your
current circumstances are
not as you wish them to
be. In time, your mental
attitude will aect your life
and circumstances and
change them accordingly.
Follow the tips and
suggestions in this article,
and prove to yourself the
reality the power of posi-
tive thinking.
Positive inking Brings Success
Medical Center hosts Sept. 17
Business After Hours in Boyne City
Ask the Healthcare Experts is the theme for the
Boyne Area Chambers Business Aer Hours from 5:30
to 7:30 p.m. ursday, Sept. 17 at Boyne Area Medical
Center and Boyne Rehabilitation Center located at 197
State St. Business networking and hors doeuvres will be
featured. In addition to meeting the sta, Ask the Ex-
perts will oer those attending ergonomic oce assess-
ments, free cholesterol tests, advice from dietitians,
circuit training demonstrations and body mass index
evaluations.
Boyne Rehabilitation Center established in 1994,
has a sta of therapists that provide personalized physi-
cal therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy and an
athletic trainer. Boyne Area Medical Center established
in Boyne City in 1997, is a friendly, ve-physician family
practice oering exceptional preventive health care for
people of all ages-from infants to elders. For informa-
tion about Business Aer Hours, call the Chamber at
582-6222.
Gaining trust is like filling a
bucket one drop at a time.
~Todd Duncan
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TREE SERVICE
Murals Painted at Mercy Manor Depict
Northern Michigan
Mercy Hospital Grayling Auxiliary Celebrates Annual Lights of Love
Local artist Terry Dickinson,
delivers scenes from Up North
Grayling Mercy Manor is developing an Up North decor
theme and has chosen to not display framed pictures in their
hallways. Instead, local artist Terry Dickinson painted large
murals of scenes that capture the heart of northern Michigan
on the open wall space.
Mercy Manor has been developing The Sanctuary Model for
Long Term Care which honors the sacredness of every soul.
Striving to eliminate the loneliness, helplessness and bore-
dom that are associated with long term care is a primary goal
for Mercy Manor. The Up North themed murals were a joy to
watch develop and still are a joy to talk about with families,
staff, elders and visitors.
Basic Sanctuary Elements include:
close consistent elder/care partner relationships
person centered care
normal everyday living, free from the confines of an insti-
tutional regime
facilitation of an individualized, meaningful, purposeful
life
elder and staff empowerment elder/staff directed elder
centered decision making
The success of Mercy Manors Sanctuary program depends
on the Manors ability to integrate the elements of home into
the daily operations in the community. Dickinsons murals
have helped integrate art into Mercy Manor. The paintings
have brought a soothing atmosphere to Mercy Manor. The
residents love them, and the murals remind the elders of their
time spent in northern Michigan, noted Charlotte Smith, RN,
BS, NHA, Director of Senior Services at Mercy Manor.
www.angermonuments.com
Roger Anger, Owner
7535 U.S. 131, Mancelona, MI 49659
e-mail: angermonuments@yahoo.com In home appointments are available
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8600 S. Straits Hwy.
Located between Indian River and Wolverine.
Sunday - Coffee Hour 9 AM
Service - 10 AM including services for children
Wednesday - 6 PM
231-525-8510 Pastor Bob Moody
Bible Based Preaching
traditional Music
Friendly, Casual, atmosphere
Come Just as You are
Sunday School 10:00 Morning Worship 11:00
Evening Service 6:00 Wednesday 6:00
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158 N. Townline Rd., Gaylord 989-732-4602
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(989) 939-8739
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Friendship Church
415 North Ohio, Gaylord 989-732-3621
Pastor Steve Datema
A Christian Reformed Ministry
Enjoy the music and message every Sunday morning
at 10:00am. Sunday School at 11:15am
Our Mission: A Spirit filled family of God united in our fear and love of Christ and
committed to the truth of the Bible. A praying church that equips its members to care,
serve and reach out to others with the saving grace of Jesus Christ.'
FREEDOM WORSHIP CENTER
Full Gospel Non Denominational Church
826-8315
Need Prayer or Ride to Church...Give us a call
Sunday School - Adults/Kids 9:30 am
Sunday Worship 10:30 am
Thursday Back to Basics Bible Study 5 pm
611 Mt. Tom Rd. (M-33)
Mio, Michigan
Thoughts on...What makes you come alive??
Daily Word
THURSDAY: Psalm 1:1-3 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 1 How blessed is the man who
does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, Nor stand in the path of sinners, Nor sit in the
seat of scoffers! 2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD, And in His law he meditates day
and night. 3 He will be like a tree firmly planted by streams of water, Which yields its fruit in
its season And its leaf does not wither; And in whatever he does, he prospers.
FRIDAY: Psalm 119:35 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 35 Make me walk in the path of Your
commandments, For I delight in it.
SATURDAY: Proverbs 31:13 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 13 She looks for wool and flax
And works with her hands in delight
SUNDAY: Jeremiah 9:23-24 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 23 Thus says the LORD, Let not
a wise man boast of his wisdom, and let not the mighty man boast of his might, let not a rich
man boast of his riches; 24 but let him who boasts boast of this, that he understands and
knows Me, that I am the LORD who exercises lovingkindness, justice and righteousness on
earth; for I delight in these things, declares the LORD.
MONDAY: Galatians 5:1 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 1 It was for freedom that Christ set
us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery.
TUESDAY: John 8:36 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 36 So if the Son makes you free, you
will be free indeed.
WEDNESDAY: 1 Peter 1:7-9 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 7 so that the proof of your
faith, being more precious than gold which is perishable, even though tested by fire, may be
found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 8 and though
you have not seen Him, you love Him, and though you do not see Him now, but believe in
Him, you greatly rejoice with joy inexpressible and full of glory, 9 obtaining as the outcome
of your faith the salvation of your souls.
In my younger days, I used to do the things that made me feel alive. Not the day-to-day stuff
like work or school, but going to parties, concerts and drag races, etc. For a short time these
things would get me excited about life and made me feel alive. Then I met my beautiful wife, the
woman of my dreams. We married and had kids. Married life made me come alive for a while,
but even that lost its luster after a short time. The problem was, nothing ever lasted. I went from
one high to another, searching for the thing that would give me life. Sadly, I always seemed to fall
short in this quest of mine.
I didnt know what to dountil a co-worker shared the Gospel of Jesus Christ with me. He
shared Scriptures like Ephesians 2:4-5 [NLT]:
But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, that even though we were dead because
of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by Gods grace that
you have been saved!)
After listening to what the Bible said, I opened up to the idea that God loved me and that there
was more to life than what I had already experienced. Perhaps Jesus was the answer to my quest
for life? Through my friends direction, I prayed and asked God to forgive my sins and make me
a new person. I am happy to say, He did! Thanks to the Power of God He gave me life and some
thirty years later, I am still alive. No regrets!
Are you searching for that one thing that will make you come alive? Have you invited Jesus
Christ into your life, yet? I hope you realize that God does love you and He has the power to make
YOU come alive consider letting Him in today. Begin by picking up a modern Bible and read
about Christ. Then let God lead you to a good church where you can begin to find the answers
you have been looking for. You will never regret that you did!
As a teacher, I enjoy helping
kids learn and develop into
responsible citizens.
Josh and Makenna Brey, Indian River
Helping, motivating and encour-
aging people. I'm a developer of
forward movement.
Renee Zaika, Petoskey
Golfing and Bowling
Jerry Brooks, Indian River
Nice beautiful days and my
husband Larry.
Laura Edgerton, Indian River
When I retired in 1993 I was told 1.
Don't stay in bed all day and 2. don't
watch Tv all day. The key is keeping
busy.
Paul Ogle, Indian River
Great American Smokeout
November 17, 2011
Health & Wellness
The Great American Smokeout, sponsored by the American
Cancer Society, is an annual event that encourages smokers to
quit for at least one day in the hope they will be encouraged to
stop permanently. The 36th annual event will be held on
November 17, 2011.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control &
Prevention, approximately two out of three smokers want to quit,
and over half of current adult smokers tried to quit within the
past year.
Were encouraging smokers to mark their calendars for
November 17 and to give up cigarettes for that one day, said
Lynne DeMoor, who coordinates the Tobacco Reduction
Coalition for the Health Department of Northwest Michigan.
We know smokers who get support, like counseling or medica-
tion, are more likely to stay quit than those who try to quit on
their own. Getting help can double or triple the chances of quit-
ting. So we encourage smokers to call the Michigan Quit Line.
Since 2002, the number of former smokers in the United States
has exceeded the number of current smokers. But 19.3% of U.S.
adults (about 45.3 million) still smoke. Additional information
and free support for quitting is available online at www.smoke-
free.gov .
Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Health & Human
Services launched the Million Hearts initiative, aimed at pre-
venting 1 million heart attacks and strokes over the next 5 years.
An estimated 26% of heart attacks and 12%--19% of strokes are
attributable to smoking.
The Michigan Quit Line, 800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) offers
free assistance for quitting cigarettes or chew through motiva-
tion, coaching, referrals, information, and for those eligible, free
nicotine replacement therapy. Additional information is avail-
able at http://millionhearts.hhs.gov.
Health
SERVICES
d i r e c t o r y
ADOPTION SERVICES
Heaven Sent
Adoption Services, Inc
1100 S. Bridge Street
Charlevoix, MI 49720
231-237-9880 Office
877-583-0990 Expectant parents line
www.HeavenSentAdopt.com
ASSISTED LIVING
Sunnybank
615 Petoskey Ave.
Charlevoix
231-547-2599
www.sunnybankassistedliving.com
Sunnybank
2000 E. Mitchell
Petoskey
231-348-2600
www.sunnybankassistedliving.com
BEAUTY SALON
Chello's Salon & Day Spa
126 Main St.
East Jordan
231-536-7764
Wink Salon
829 West Main
Gaylord
989-731-4300
A Touch of Class
105 N. Center
Gaylord
989-732-2654
BUILDERS
Aging in Place of No. Michigan
10595 Skyline Dr.
Ellsworth
231-313-1327
CHIROPRACTOR
Saks Wellness Center
1447 S. Otsego
Gaylord
989-732-7000
www.sakswellnesscenter.com
COUNSELING
Cygnet Counseling
Downtown
Gaylord
989-731-1018
www.cygnetfamilycounseling.com
EYE CARE
Gaylord Eye Care Center
829 W. Main
Gaylord
989-732-6261
FITNESS FACILITY
Otsego County Sportsplex
1250 Gornick Ave.
Gaylord
989-731-3546
www.ocsportsplex.com
Otsego County
Community Center
315 S. Center
Gaylord
989-732-6521
www.otsegocountyparksrec.com
1447 S. Otsego
Gaylord
989-732-5200
www.sakswellnesscenter.com
Powerhouse Gym
1044 W. main
Gaylord
989-732-0744
www.gaylordsgym.com
FUNERAL HOME
Nelson Funeral Home
135 N. Center
Gaylord
989-732-1770
www.nelsonsfuneralhome.com
HEALTH INSURANCE
Humana
800-649-0059
HEART SPECIALIST
Michigan Heart & Vascular
14705 W. Upright Street
Charlevoix
888-326-2490
www.michiganhvs.com
Cheboygan Memorial Health Center
740 S. Main, Suite 3B
Cheboygan
888-326-2490
www.michiganhvs.com
Burns Professional Building
560 W. Mitchell St. Suite 400
Petoskey
888-326-2490
www.michiganhvs.com
944 N. Center Avenue
Gaylord
989-731-5781
www.michiganhvs.com
HOLISTIC HEALTH
IHT Wellness Shop
416 W. Main
Gaylord
989-448-4717
www.ihtwellnessshopgaylord.com
HOME HEALTH CARE
Harbor Care Associates
3890 Charlevoix Ave.,Suite 345
Petoskey
231-439-9222
www.harborcareassociates.com
HOME HEALTH CARE
Health Dept. of NW Michigan
220 W. Garfield
Charlevoix
231-547-6092
www.nwhealth.org
Mercy Home Care
324 Meadows Dr.,Grayling
989-348-4383
www.trinityhomehealth.com
HOME HEALTH CARE
Northern Management Services
657 Chestnut Ct.
Gaylord
989-732-6374
www.northernmanagement.org
HOSPICE
Health Department of
NW Michigan
220 W. Garfield,
Charlevoix
231-547-6092
www.nwhealth.org
Mercy Hospice
324 Meadows Dr.,
Grayling
989-348-4383
www.trinityhomehealth.com
Hiland Cottage & Hospice
of Little Traverse Bay
One Hiland Drive
Petoskey
231-487-4825
www.hospiceltb.org
Hospice of Michigan
1723 W. M-32, Ste. B
Gaylord
888-247-5701
www.hom.org
Vital Care Hospice House
761 Lafayette
Cheboygan
800-342-7711
www.vitalcare.org/hospice-house
HOSPITAL
Mercy Hospital
1100 Michigan Ave.
Grayling
989-348-5461
www.mercygrayling.com
Northern Michigan Hospital
416 Connable Avenue
Petoskey
800-248-6777
www.northernhealth.org
Charlevoix Area Hospital
14700 Lake Shore Dr
Charlevoix
231-547-8630
www.cah.org
HYPNOTHERAPY
DT Weber Hypnotherapy, LLC
114 S. Center
Suite 105
Gaylord
989.619.4395
dave@dtweberhypnotherapy.com
MASSAGE THERAPY
The Naturalist
1029 Gornick Ave.,
Gaylord
989-705-1451
MEDICAL MARIJUANA
Bay Medical Collective
1261 West Main
Gaylord
989-732-6337
Alternative Solutions Plus
1807 N US 31 Hwy
Petoskey
989-525-5700
www.alternativesolutionsplus.com
MONUMENTS
Anger Monuments
7535 US 131
Mancelona
231-587-8433
NUTRITION &
SUPPLEMENTS
General Nutrition
Centers
1417 W. Main St.,
Pineridge Square
Gaylord, MI 49735-1755
989-731-6363
IHT Wellness Shop
416 W. Main
Gaylord
989-448-4717
www.ihtwellnessshopgaylord.com
Jojo's Market
1459 S. Otsego
Gaylord
989-705-8500
Four Star Nutrition
604 W. Main
Gaylord
989-448-8618
www.fourstarnutrition.net
ORTHOPEDIC
OMH - N'Orthopedics
2147 Professional Dr.
Gaylord
989-732-1753
PHARMACY
Modern Pharmacy
127 N. Main St.,
Cheboygan
231-627-9949
www.modernrxcheboygan.com
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Dynamic Physical Therapy
2147 Professional Dr.,Suite 2
Gaylord 989-732-0001
www.dynamicptmichigan.com
Dynamic Physical Therapy
1107 E. Michigan Ave
Grayling 989-348-3027
www.dynamicptmichigan.com
Jordan Valley
Rehabilitation Center
100 Main St # 9, East Jordan
231-536-1451
Boyne Rehabilitation Center
197 State St, Boyne City
231-582-6365
SENIOR ASSISTANCE
Otsego County
Commission on Aging
120 Grandview Blvd.
Gaylord
989-732-1122
www.otsegocountycoa.org
Crawford County
Commission on Aging
308 Lawndale St.
Grayling
989-348-8342
www.crawfordcoa.org
Seniors Helping Seniors
221 E. Felshaw St.
Gaylord
989-448-8323
www.seniorshelpingseniors.com/
northernmichigan
SENIOR LIVING
Lynn Street Manor
4255 S. Lyon
Onaway
989-733-2661
www.lynnsreetmanor.com
SPA
Chello's Salon & Day Spa
126 Main St.
East Jordan
231-536-7764
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Community Free Clinic Receives Grant to
Expand Services to Low-income Residents in Emmet County
Petoskey The Community Free Clinic in Petoskey recently
received a grant in the amount of $15,000 from Blue Cross
Blue Shield of Michigan to support the healthcare needs of
the under- and uninsured residents of Emmet County.
The Community Free Clinic provides healthcare to low-
income residents who have no other access to medical servic-
es. The Clinic is staffed by volunteer professionals who gener-
ously donate their time and expertise to care for others. In
addition to medications, services provided include diagnostic
testing, referrals, education, emergent dental care, and more,
all delivered with compassion and respect.
With the Michigan unemployment rate at 11 percent,
many residents are going without health insurance. For many
of these individuals, free clinics are a lifeline because they are
able to seek necessary medical care instead of forgoing care or
taking an expensive trip to the emergency room, said Niki,
Kenny, RN, Community Free Clinic Director. We are truly
grateful to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan for providing us
with this funding which is critical to helping the uninsured get
the medical care they need in these desperate financial
times.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has provided approxi-
mately $7 million in grants since 2005 to help free clinics with
daily operations and to enhance the services they provide.
Free clinics play a vital role in Michigans healthcare sys-
tem because they serve as a safety net for the uninsured and
provide quality healthcare to people who need it the most,
said Lynda Rossi, Blue Cross Blue Shield vice president of
Social Mission, Public Affairs and Office of the President.
These clinics also help reduce the need for expensive emer-
gency room care and often provide patients with valuable
health education and chronic disease management.
About the Community Free Clinic
The Community Free Clinic, affiliated with Northern
Michigan Regional Hospital, opened its doors in 1998. The
mission of the Clinic is to provide free access to primary med-
ical services for individuals in our area who have low income,
little or no health insurance, and are ineligible for federal or
state medical assistance programs. If eligibility requirements
are met, all of the numerous services available at the Clinic are
provided free of charge. This is done in a consistent, compas-
sionate manner while maintaining the patients confidential-
ity and treating them with dignity and respect. The Clinic is
supported by donations from individuals, businesses, civic
groups, foundations, and Northern Michigan Regional
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Health & Wellness
Healing Power of Bananas
When compared to an apple, banana has four times the
protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus,
five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins
and minerals. It is also rich in potassium and is one of the best
value foods around. No wonder monkeys are so happy all the
time.
An average banana contains about 90 energy calories, 23 g
of carbohydrates, 12 g of sugar, 2.6 g of dietary fiber, 1 g of fat,
and 9 mg of vitamin C.
Energy Boost: Bananas contain three natural sugars -
sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber. A banana
gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy.
Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough
energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the
banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading ath-
letes. But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep
fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number
of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our
daily diet.
Nerves: Bananas are high in B vitamins that help calm the
nervous system.
Glucose Level: Lowering the glucose value in the blood is
one of the healing effects of the banana. Eating one or two
pieces of banana will regain your stamina and recover from
fatigue rapidly after finishing your daily hard work.
Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the produc-
tion of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of ane-
mia.
Depression: According to a recent survey undertaken by
mind amongst people suffering from depression, many felt
much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas
contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts
into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood
and generally make you feel happier.
Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high
in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood
pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration
has allowed the banana industry to make official claims for
the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and
stroke.
Hangovers: One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is
to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. The
banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey,
builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes
and re-hydrates your system.
Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals
helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sick-
ness.
Mosquito bites: Before reaching for the insect bite cream,
try rubbing the affected area with the inside of a banana skin.
Many people find it amazingly successful at reducing swelling
and irritation.
Brain Power: Students were helped through their exams this
year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid
to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the
potassium packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils
more alert.
Constipation: High in fiber, including bananas in the diet
can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome
the problem without resorting to laxatives.
Ulcers: The banana is used as the dietary food against intes-
tinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. It is
the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-
chronicler cases. It also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces
irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.
Temperature control: Many other cultures see bananas as a
cooling fruit that can lower both the physical and emotion-
al temperature of expectant mothers. In Thailand,
for example, pregnant women eat bananas
to ensure their baby is born with a cool
temperature.
Seasonal Affective Disorder
(SAD): Bananas can help SAD suffer-
ers because they contain the natural
mood enhancer tryptophan.
Quit Smoking: Bananas can also help people try-
ing to give up smoking. The B6, B12 they contain, as well as
the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body
recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
Stress: Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize
the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your
body's water balance. When we are stressed, our metabolic
rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These can
be rebalanced with the help of a high-potassium banana
snack.
Strokes: According to research in The New England Journal
of Medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut
the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%!
Warts: Those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you
want to kill off a wart, take a piece of banana skin and place it
on the wart, with the yellow side out. Carefully hold the skin in
place with a plaster or surgical tape.
Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the
body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for
soothing relief.
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At least 10 cases of chickenpox reported in Antrim County
At least 10 cases of chickenpox in an Antrim County school
building have prompted public health officials to remind par-
ents to check their childrens immunization records. Children
need 2 doses of varicella vaccine to protect against the illness
and prevent its spread.
To help respond to the outbreak, the Health Department of
Northwest Michigan is offering a Community Immunization
Clinic on Thursday, November 10 at 3PM to 5 PM at the
Mancelona Family Resource Center. Varicella (chickenpox),
seasonal flu, and many other immunizations will be available
for both adults and children. Medicaid and many other
health insurance policies are accepted as payment. No one 18
or under is turned away for inability to pay for vaccines
required by Michigan Immunization Rules, including the vari-
cella vaccine.
Chickenpox is less common than it once was, thanks to the
varicella vaccine, said Joshua Meyerson, MD, Medical
Director for the Health Department of Northwest Michigan.
Its not usually a serious illness, but it can cause serious com-
plications, such as pneumonia and meningitis. Even a rela-
tively mild case of chickenpox can cause an infected child to
lose a week or more of school.
The Health Department is working closely with the school
to control the outbreak. School officials are in frequent con-
tact with public health nurses to track new cases. Everyone is
urged to get fully immunized, especially individuals who have
been exposed to chickenpox.
It may not be too late for some people who are at risk of
contracting chickenpox, Meyerson said. Vaccination within
3 to 5 days of exposure is effective at preventing the illness
and it helps stop the spread of the disease.
Meyerson is not only concerned about students contracting
chicken pox. There are individuals in every community who
are not able to get vaccines. The greater the number of immu-
nized people around these vulnerable children and adults, the
more they are protected from the illness, he said.
For example, chickenpox poses risks to the fetus if a moth-
er contracts it during pregnancy, but pregnant women cannot
get vaccinated against the disease. Others who are at risk of
contracting chickenpox because they cannot receive the vari-
cella vaccine are children or adults who have a weakened
immune system from an illness or medication and children or
adults who are allergic to vaccine components.
Thats why students who are under-immunized will be
excluded from school for up to 21 days until there are no new
cases. We take outbreaks of
communicable diseases very seriously.
The Health Department is mandated by the Michigan
Public Health Code to promote wellness, prevent disease, pro-
vide quality healthcare, address health problems of vulnera-
ble populations, and protect the environment for the resi-
dents and visitors of Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, and Otsego
counties.
To schedule immunizations, call your health care provider
or the Health Department, at 800-432-4121.
Hospital Teams up with Johnsons
for Cancer Awareness
Gaylord The Johnsons Propane Pink Truck has been on the move
since October 2010, filling tanks, fighting cancer, and raising more
than $5,000 in support of oncology services and breast health initia-
tives at Otsego Memorial Hospital (OMH). This month, Johnsons
Propane is proud to unveil a second truck in support of prostate
health and oncology services at OMH. The newly painted Johnsons
Propane Blue Truck is already out on the road, not only generously
supporting Otsego Memorial Hospital, but also raising awareness
about the importance of regular prostate health exams.
Kevin Johnson, President of Johnsons Propane and fourth gener-
ation Gaylord resident understands how important it is to give back
to his local community, especially when it comes to cancer preven-
tion. His father and the founder of Johnsons Propane, Dale Johnson,
passed away as a result of prostate and pancreatic cancer.
Its so important to give back and support your community, said
Johnson, who demonstrates his dedication to cancer awareness and
local healthcare through his pair of propane trucks. A per gallon
donation is made from both the blue and the pink trucks to support
local oncology and healthcare services.
If you see the pink or blue trucks out on the road, snap a photo
and post it to OMHs Facebook page (Facebook.com/myomh), or
email it to marketing@myomh.org, and receive a free OMH goodie
bag.
Otsego Memorial Hospital and OMH Foundation are both not-
for-profit organizations, whose mission is to provide quality health-
care that meets the needs of the patients and communities they
serve. The OMH Foundation raises money continuously for the hos-
pital, and gifts can be restricted to certain areas or departments,
such as the OMH Oncology & Infusion Therapy Center.
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Local public health officials are reminding
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Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless,
and tasteless gas that kills more than 500
Americans each year and up to 50 a year n
Michigan. It is produced by all forms of com-
bustion. Carbon monoxide poisoning is com-
pletely preventable. Warning signs include
headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness,
drowsiness, and confusion.
Now is the time to ensure that gas-fired
furnaces, hot water heaters, and carbon
monoxide detectors are working properly,
said Joshua Meyerson, MD, Medical Director
for the Health Department of Northwest
Michigan. Carbon monoxide is difficult to
detect so its important to evacuate the area of
contamination immediately
and seek medical attention if
you suspect you have been
exposed to carbon monox-
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Never use generators, grills,
camp stoves, or other gaso-
line or charcoal-burning
devices inside your home,
basement, garage or near a
window because these appli-
ances give off carbon monox-
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enclosed garage can create
lethal levels of carbon monoxide in minutes.
Michigans carbon monoxide poisoning
tracking system counted 39 unintentional
deaths and 1,340 non-fatal unintentional car-
bon monoxide poisonings in Michigan in
2009 alone. More than 60 percent occurred
during the winter months and happened
most frequently at home.
The Health Department of Northwest
Michigan is mandated by the Michigan
Public Health Code to promote wellness, pre-
vent disease, provide quality healthcare,
address health problems of vulnerable popu-
lations, and protect the environment for the
residents and visitors of Antrim, Charlevoix,
Emmet, and Otsego counties. For more infor-
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1- On ___ with
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10- Pole, for one
14- Big rig
15- Sported
16- Taylor of "Mystic Pizza"
17- Metrical foot
18- Ain't right?
19- Inter ___
20- Portico
21- Pasta
23- Blotto
25- Not 'neath
26- Cotyledon
31- Capital of Belarus
35- MSNBC rival
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38- Organization
40- Citrus coolers
42- Singes
44- Singer Vikki
45- Indian millet
47- ___ Gay
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50- Swimming holes
52- Polite behavior
54- Aliens, for short
56- "Fancy that!"
57- Reiterant
62- Asian sea
66- Capital of Norway
67- Hood-shaped anatomical part
68- All there
69- Type of gun
70- Glacial ridge
71- "___ Brockovich"
72- Adds
73- Fragment
74- Actress Ward
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1- Warts and all
2- Heating fuel
3- Rifle adjunct
4- Vulgar person
5- Punishes
6- Tombstone lawman
7- Brain wave
8- Small tuned drum
9- Hymn
10- Bed support
11- Light air
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22- Goddess and sister of Ares in
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26- Great quantity
27- Eventually become
28- Diciembre follower
29- Suit to ___
30- Former French currency
32- Japanese computer giant
33- Blank look
34- Monetary unit of Turkey
37- Switch ending
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41- Hit sign
43- Lazy person
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58- K-6
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Across
1- On ___ with; 5- Silk
cotton; 10- Pole, for one;
14- Big rig; 15- Sported;
16- Taylor of "Mystic
Pizza"; 17- Metrical foot;
18- Ain't right?; 19- Inter
___; 20- Portico; 21-
Pasta; 23- Blotto; 25- Not
'neath; 26- Cotyledon; 31-
Capital of Belarus; 35-
MSNBC rival; 36- ___
nous; 38- Organization;
40- Citrus coolers; 42-
Singes; 44- Singer Vikki;
45- Indian millet; 47- ___
Gay; 49- Feel bad about;
50- Swimming holes; 52-
Polite behavior; 54-
Aliens, for short; 56-
"Fancy that!"; 57-
Reiterant; 62- Asian sea;
66- Capital of Norway; 67-
Hood-shaped anatomical
part; 68- All there; 69-
Type of gun; 70- Glacial
ridge; 71- "___
Brockovich"; 72- Adds; 73
- Fragment; 74- Actress Ward;

Down
1- Warts and all; 2- Heating fuel; 3- Rifle adjunct; 4- Vulgar person; 5- Punishes; 6-
Tombstone lawman; 7- Brain wave; 8- Small tuned drum; 9- Hymn; 10- Bed support; 11-
Light air; 12- Et ___; 13- By way of; 22- Goddess and sister of Ares in Greek mythology; 24
- Land in la mer; 26- Great quantity; 27- Eventually become; 28- Diciembre follower; 29-
Suit to ___; 30- Former French currency; 32- Japanese computer giant; 33- Blank look; 34-
Monetary unit of Turkey; 37- Switch ending; 39- One hunted; 41- Hit sign; 43- Lazy person;
46- "Hard ___!" (sailor's yell); 48- 100 square meters; 51- Phases; 53- Tantalizes; 55-
Hiding place; 57- Queue after Q; 58- K-6; 59- Soprano Lily; 60- Actress Chase; 61- Not
e'en once; 63- Describes a gently cooked steak; 64- Indigo; 65- Actress Olin; 66- CIA
forerunner;
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