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HCAO S SOUS- 30OK BINDERY* The LoweULed^ciSPRiNGPOnr. MICHIGAN r 'olume 14, Issue SO Serving Lowell Area Readers Since 1893 Wednesday, October 24, 1990 Along Main Street Lowell's City Council votes 4-1 to pursue bids on
LOWELL FAMILY CELEBRATION sale of Lowell Cable
The Lowell Area Schools Red Ribbon Committee, in cooperation with Chapter I, Lowell Community Education Lowells City Council The City of Lowell has and Parent-Teacher Clubs, is sponsoring a day of informative voted 4-1 to pursue bids on been approached by at least |vorkshops this fall. The purpose of the workshops te to the value of the Lowell Cable two interested parties. Pas- vxplorc issues related to children and a healthy family life, System. quale said the council must and will be geared toward adult and teen participation. To- decide if it wants R . W. Beck pics will include: Kids Against Crime, Attention Deficit Why the council is pursu- and Associates tp pursue bids Hyperactivity Disorder. Sexual Abuse, Coping With Di- ing bids is not completely or if the city attorney can han- vorce and Single Parent Families, Coping With Death, Stress clear. Yes. its wants to know dle it. Management, Developing A Healthy Sexuality In Children, what value potential buyers Ottis Jones, Beck and As- Wellness and Nutrition and MORE! Please mark your calen- place on the cable system. sociates, explained to the dar now, and plan on participating in the workshops on But. what is not clear is what council back in September Saturday, November 10, 1990 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the council would include in the advantages and disadvan- in the Lowell Middle School. Registration fee: $2.00. such a sale. Would the coun- tages of selling the system. jpabysitting will be provided. Call 897-8434 for information. cil sell the system, the dishes, Jones also said the City of the building, the truck, and Lowell was the first City ever ATTENTION! PARENTS OF SENIORS would the jobs of cable em- to approach him because it ployees be included in the had an interest in selling its Parents of LHS seniors are invited to an informational sale? own cable system. "Most meeting about the end-of-lhe-year party at 7 p.m. on Wed- These arc questions that cities approach me because nesday. Oct. 24 (today) in Room A-1 at the high school. were raised by the only coun- they want to own their own cilman who voted down the cable system," he said. LOWELL CARICATURE MAPS AVAILABLE idea of pursuing bids. Jim Hodges. "I just do not believe The low price the 1.800 Lowell business caricatures maps are now available at the council is prepared at this Lowell cable subscribers now |lic Showboat Office, 212 W. Main St., for a cost of $5 time to make an informed de- enjoy ($14 a month for basic) per poster. cision." Hodges said. and the service may be af- Gel yours today. fected "If someone would Lowell City Manager offer the City $4 million for Dave Pasquale said a specifi- GET YOUR COSTUMES READY!! cation schedule needs to be the system, who do you think would pay for it in the end? prepared. %,I need to have a The winning team. Helping Mike Shinabarger with his The Lowell Ledger Halloween Costume Contest will take The customer." Hodges said. concurrence on what the Elk are, left to right. Case Westerbeek, Shinabarger, Percy place again this year on Wednesday. Oct. 31. j \ council wants to do beyond Crothers and his son, Matt Shinabarger. <1 Any businesses that wish to join in the dressing up and ft pursuing bids," he said. Doyle adds that nobody re- be judged, should contact the Ledger office at 897-9261 ally knows what the result before 5 p.m. on Tuesday. Oct. 30. so that you can be put Councilman Charlie would be. The other un- |)n the schedule of stops for the judges to make. Doyle, who was against hav- known is, what is coming Shinabarger gets an Have fun, and good luck! ing Beck and Associates do down the road technically for cable systems, and could TRANSPORTATION FOR SENIORS AVAILABLE the $2,500 study said, "We did the study so the council Lowell afford to purchase the TO LCTK BAZAAR IN CALEDONIA elk-cellent deal on must have an interest in sel- advance technology to up- grade its system? Come, join the fun at the LCTK Bazaar Nov. 3 at ling the cable system. If we weren't interested in pursu- I believe the FCC will con- an elk permit Caledonia High School from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. ing bids why did we pay tinue to make it more difficult Free bus transportation will be provided to Lowell area for operators to provide ser- He was just one of 90 applicants randomly draw n out seniors for morning, afternoon or all day. The bus will pick $2,500 for a study? By get- ting bids, wc can now find vices for its customers." of 30.000 names, to be given an elk permit. up at Key Heights at 9 a.m., Schneider Manor at 9:15 a.m. out the true market value." Hod lies said. Lowell's Mike Shinabarger. Bennett Road, Lowell, (nd Alto School at 9:30 a.m. The buses will return to Lowell put that permit to good use on Oct. 16 up in Vanderbilt it noon. near Gay lord as he dropped a 615 pound (dressed out) elk. The afternoon bus will pickup at Key Heights at 12:30 Accompanied by his son. Matt, and his two friends. >.m., Schneider Manor at 12:45 p.m. and at Alto School Lowell postmaster will Case Westerbeek (Grandville) and Percy Crothers (Jeni- it 1 p.m. It will return to Lowell at 3 p.m. Call Marge to son). Shinabarger. used his Remington. 30-06 to blast iign up at 897-8434. be installed Friday the bull from about 80 yards out. The elk's rack size was five points by nine points, ON VIEW AT THE LAAC GALLERY Kansas City, MO Station who retired June I, 1990. In according to Shinabarger. The Lowell man was one of and Branch Operations Man- the interim. Grand Rapids only 15 applicants that received a hunter s choice, en- Currently on view in the Gallery of the Lowell Area Arts ager Sylvia Taylor, has been Supervisor, Delivery and Col- abling him to shoot a cow or bull. 'ouncil arc the paintings of artist. Marianne Wysocki. an appointed postmaster at Low- lection William Myeni has The prized elk may be the oldest bull shot in Michigan, Jto resident. ell. The appointment was been officer-in-charge. according to »he DNR. It estimated the elk to be 12-years She has received her BFA in painting from Aquinas Col- made by Grand Rapids Field Taylor has been with the old. The aged elk provided Shinabarger with 400 pounds rge in 1982 and recently obtained her Masters from Western Division General Manager/ Postal Service since 1976, of meat. The meat was processed by Gary's Country lichigan University. Postmaster Paul E. Vogel. In- when she began her career as Meats and the taxidermist was Mark Craig from Alto. She has been a part of many exhibits and competitions stallation ceremonies are a clerk in Lansing. She has It cost Shinabarger $4 to apply for the permit. Let me imughout Western Michigan. scheduled for Friday, Oct. served in a number of man- see. 400 pounds of meat at $4 that's.... elk-cellent. Gallery hours are Monday - Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.: Saturday 26, at 2 p.m. at the Lowell agement positions prior to her Sunday, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Visit your gallery today. Post Office. Employees and appointment at Lowell. family will be in attendance. As postmaster, she will be Flash III TRICK OR TREATERS WELCOME Area residents and business responsible for 20 employ- Lowell Medical Carc Center invites Halloween Trick or people are invited. ees, serving a population of Lowell's golf team places 11th raters to iheir door on October 31 between 5:30 and 6:30 Taylor succeeds former about 18.000. at State. Story on page 22 . . ^ni Main St., cont'd., pg. 2 Postmaster Charles Doyle. fhe' Lowett I edger^ - Wednesday .''dctober Page 2 The Lowell Ledger • Wednesday, October 24, 1990 - Page 3 Obituaries & 1 MILLER - Rctt> L. Miller. Gersl Funeral Chapel. Rev ) ~ -mr—i ^ ... lujmT' * A ^ aged W). of Lowell, passed ^,m Tcrtiune ot ThornVMHK! away Thursday. October IX, Baplisi Church otliciaimg. LOWELL IW) Funeral Services wen: Interment Sunset Memorial Get one held Saturday at the Roth- Cemetery. WATER WORKS Lowell's Police Officer Association and City come to a 12-hour shift > agreement 1941 West Main • Lowell^ It's something Lowell is scheduling. That's be- Police Chief Barrv Emmons cause of the preferential has wanted for the Lowell seniority used in shift selec Next to True Value Hardware Police Department for a tion. The problem with thai number of years. is someone always gets stuck His wish was the Lowell with the swing shift This City Councils command. means an officer works two AUTOMATIC DRIVE-THRU The council approved an midnight shifts, two after- amendment to contract with noon shifts and one daytime the Lowell Police Officers shift. The result is a burned out officer," he says. • • v Association for a 12-hour fJB shift. Emmons explains thai a Bring in this ^ "The need has been there." 12-hour rotation gives offic- Lowell Police Chiel Barry ers every other weekend off Portion of our Ad Emmons said. "The change and should help build morale is for the betterment of the and productivity. City and its officers.", Em- The extra four hours an of- J mons adds that the single ficer would be working a $ 50 0Sf most stressful department job Police, cont'd., pg. 10 1 off Main St., cont'd. ANY CAR WASH Good at Lowell Car Wash - Expires 11/18/90 POSTMASTER INSTALLATION - OCT. 26
The public is invited to the installation of the new postmas- ter on Friday. Oct. 26 at 2 p.m. ^ Coffee and cake will be served and all area residents and " business persons are invited to attend. FOUR SELF-SERVE 4 BOOK FAIR AT RUNCIMAN/RIVERSIDE % Runciman/Riverside Elementary School in Lowell will be holding its annual book fair. November 6-13. * BAYS. TOO!!! 25c for 4p rt While ordinary The book fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. except Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 7 and 8. when the hours Three CD rates can will be 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. • change with every Public welcome. Sale will be held in the All-Purpose Minute puff of wind, the Room at Runciman School. Books make great gifts for all » Plus One CD from ages, pre-school through adults. LOWELL CAR WASH | 1 Vacuums : FMB keeps you flying 500 GIVES YOU 2 /2 / Ifou not only earn LMS DRAMA CLASS PRESENTS COMEDY < the same great returns MINUTES - ADD 250 / as our other CDs, you On Monday. Oct. 29 at 7:30 p.m., the Lowell Middle get the option to send School Eighth Grade Drama Class, under the direction of your interest rale even higher. Cheryl Blodgett. will present the comedy. "Lucky. Lucky FOR ADDITIONAL FMB will even provide the kite Hudson and the 12th Street Gang." The play, w hich explores the wonders of the imagination, L£ u Need An Extra w 10 get you started. 35 " S Food MINUTE 15 SEC. WHEN is about Steve Jenkins, a young crimewriter whose favorite m T^S: With a Plus One CD, you keep character hero is the spectacularly cool Lucky Hudson. Hi B 1 = Quarter's earning high inierest even if CD rates fall, Don't miss this free and fun evening of entertainment, M-21 TIMER RUNS OUT • • tour earnings can only climb. which will take place in the Middle School Cafetorium. Worth? At any one point in the term, if CD rates { go up. you can match them. Up to one full GALA CHRISTMAS PREVIEW PARTY AT LAAC Grace period allows you percentage point. You simply select the time, to restart car wash for .then come In and tell voir FMB banker to boost Tickets are now on sale for the LAAC sponsored Gala one quarter when inserted Preview Party and Champagne Buffet to be held in the \ .jfa your rate. And if you invest in a Plus One Gallery at the Arts Center on Sunday. Nov. 18. # FEATURES: within 15 seconds after time CD now, you get an especially high rate. runs out. But hurry, this offer is available Tickets are $7.50 and are by reservation only. Guests will he among the first to view and shop a gallery of gifts created Have Your Quarters for a limited time only %• by over thirty Michigan artists. I • Pre-Soak • High Pressure Ready! \ The Plus One CD is available Your ticket also entitles you to partake of a sumptuous / in one, two and three war terms, holiday buffet. Make your reservation early and plan to with a minimum investment of $2,500 enjoy one of the season s gala events. • Foaming Brush Rinse (Hot) With great rates plus the option For reservations and further information call the Lowell y. to change, the Plus One CD from FMB Area Arts Council Center at 897-8545. •High Pressure •Engine Degreaser can send voir financial future soaring. Come in to purchase your Plus One CD and • OFF THE BLOTTER Soap (Hot) •500 for Towels or pick up vour free FMB kite todav. Arrested and taken to the Kent County Jail Oct. 1^ ' Driving While License Suspended, 2nd Offense and Driving Under ihe Influence of Alcohol. 2nd Offense was William •High Pressure Wax •Heated Floors Armitage. 31. of Flint. fflB Arrested Oct. 14 for Driving While License' Suspended. 2nd Offense was Ronald Conley. 22. of Lowell. STATE SAVINGS BANK A 13 year old girl from Lowell will be referred to Probate Automatic Drive-Thru Hours: First in Financial Serrice* Court for Shoplifting from the Rile-Aid store on East Main Member FDIC St Oct .16. where she was apprehended by store employees. Monday-Saturday 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. •t v • Arrested and taken to the Kent County Jail Oct. 17 tor Kjir (juantitie limiied Sutaantial pnu]r\ for nrlv wthdnwal Somr mtnctKms jppi\ Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol was Ross Sunday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Himebaugh, 35, of Lowell. Brenda Deible, 26. of Lowell was arrested and taken to & the Kent County Jail Oct. 18 for Driving Under the Influence' ^.1 FMfi - STATE SAVINGS BANK • LOWELL 414 East Mam Streei - 897 4153 • WESTOWN 1425 West Mam Sued - 097 3264• ROCKPORO6835 Betdmg Road NE - 874-6330 of Alcohol. Arraigned on charges of Non-Sufficient Funds Check Over S2(K) was Jane Feutz. 36. of Lowell Oct. 18. The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday. October 24, 1990 - Page 4 The Lowell Ledger • Wednesdav. October 24, 1990 - Page S Middle School Drama Class presents Homespun "Lucky, Lucky Hudson & the 12th Street Gang" Devotions By Pauline Spray Viewpoint... On Monday. Oct. 29 at Next came the gymkanna of backing that monster out After a week with the van ! have come to one conclusion. 7:30p.m.. the Lowell Middle without hitting Terese s car. Angles car, the side of the garage And thai is, I'm not going through a Michigan winter in For our light affliction, or the neighbor s car, which is often parked in the street either one of them . The search is on for a "winter heater". School Eighth Grade Drama mities isn't the easiest ihlni, across from our driveway. Throw in the added dimension of Class, under the direction of which is but for a moment, to do, but it isrewanlmi! I n Here's my criteria. First and foremost, it must be cheap! cozy corner ruining a running board if you back over the curb and you've Cheryl Blodgett. will present worker/) for us a far more stead of wallowing in ,|, A vehicle just doesn't qualify as a "winter beater" if you got yourself a real live driving skills test first thing in the the comedy, "Lucky. Lucky exceeding and eternal slough of despond' uc by Roger Brown have to finance it. Next, it has to start easily and should morning. Hudson and the 12th Street weight of glory (II Corint- triumph with Gods hdn have a fresh battery. A good heater and defroster arc essential Once on the road I had a chance to think more about Gang." hians 4:17), Poor health ma\ he (;,h, n Good wiper blades, a rear window defogger and intermittent driving that big van this winter. They are a terrible winter wipers would all be nice to have. Good tires with some bite The play, which explores way of keeping some oi us vehicle. They take forever to heat up, simply because there the wonders of the i magi na- Wc can turn minus signs, under His contml, The „nK left in the tread arc a must. A stick shift is preferred. Four is so much space to warm. Scraping snow and ice from all tion. is ahout Steve Jenkins, into pluses by cmssmg the way He can sueeeed m hdn wheel drive might be nice, but a decent front wheel drive Sometimes I have an idea for my weekly column before those big windows is a Herculean task. They arerear whee l car will get mc most anyplace I want to go. A sound exhaust a young crimewriter whose minus signs otf. We can also ing us find the heller hi, ls I go to bed on Monday. Sometimes Tm struck in the shower drive so they are prone to swapping ends on slippery roads. system is a must, as 1 am not rcal keen on dying from carbon favorite character hero is the turn our disadvantages into often through enlorcod rc They arc loo big to go thmugh an automatic car wash, so spectacularly cot)! Lucky advantages by the help of the strictions of one son .ir Tuesday morning. Sometimes I do brain contortions in front monoxide poisoning. I'm not terribly concerned about looks, you end up freezing your tail off in a quarter car wash trying hut I don't want an old rust bucket either. Finally, a good Hudson. When Steves Lord. another. of the computer screen for hours Just trying to come up with an idea worthy of ink. Sometimes I simply never come up to keep the road salt from eating them alive. Throw in the radio is needed so I can listen to weather forecasts calling phenomenal imagination gets "Dr. Walts, from his early Our minus signs can with anything and skip a week. This Tuesday morning is a fact that these conversion vans are awfully plush inside with for snow, cold, wind and ice. Yuck! the hest of him. he finds him- infancy to his dying day, come pluses-if we Vnissihc bit different as an idea came to me on the way to work. nice carpets and upholstery, it becomes a downright sin to Oh yeah, there's one more thing. This winter beater has self literally stepping into the scarcely ever knew what minus signs off." Well, sort of as I was trying to get on my way to work. I tromp mud and slop and snow and salt all over. to be medium to small in size so I can get my lard butt "rough, raw world of the health was: hut however sur- Prayer: Dear Lord, icach guess I don't care what, when, why or from what providence This particular van was purchased last summer, but we've around it in our cramped garage. That is where this whole gangsters." as the heroic de- prising it may appear, he mc to make the most ot mN these ideas come to me, just so long as I keep getting them owned a van for about twelve years. To us a van is our RV. column got started this morning, and that is a my column tective. Lucky Hudson, intro- looked on the affliction as the affliction. Enable me to lurn I'm a happy boy. We only use it on long trips, some weekends and as a tow for another week. Maybe next week 1 can report on some duces him to the infamous Pictured are some of the cast of "Lucky, Lucky Hudson and the 12th Street Gang. greatest blessing of his life. this disappointment into Tin It was about 5:15 a.m. when the idea hit me. I had sho- vehicle. When we purchased this one I decided to sell my fiasco involving my search for a winter beater. Until then, I2ih Street Gang and other Front row, from left to right: Ginger Smith, Carrie Glenn, Stacey Staskus, Brandon 'Thereason h e assigned for it appointment. Grant thai hum wered. shaved, made a pot of coffee, dressed, drank a cup sedan and drive my fourteen year old MGB. That worked keep looking for those four buckle arctics, snow scrapers exotic characters. Stickney; second row: Maggie Blanding, Jason Prescott (as Steve Jenkins), Nick was, that being naturally of a my minuses into pluses tor of coffee, look the dogs out, gulped another cup of coffee, fine until this last blast of cold, rainy weather. I put the and mittens. You'll need em soon. Don't miss this free and fun Myers: third row: Emily Rickert, Misty Quiggle. Robin Bums. Scott Breslin (as Lucky warm temper and an ambiti- Thy sake. Amen made sure Terese had her alarm set and headed out the door. leaky little convertible away and started driving the van. evening of entertainment, Hudson), Brittanie Weigel. Cast members not pictured are: Dena Beers, Avvee Bolen, ous disposition, these visita- I was groping around in the dark garage trying my damdest which will take place in the Holly Gregersen, Ruth Joslin, Jason Koster, Laura Lenger, Craig Lett, Leesha Met- tions of Divine Providence Best, though my healih atul to shinny by our big conversion van without brushing my 75 YEARS AGO IN THE LEDGER - OCT. 21, 1915 Middle School Cafetorium. ternick. Karen Miller, Nikki Rich, Scott Robertson, Matt Staup, Terri Storm/and, weaned his affections from strength be gone. light colored slacks against it. The driver's door can only Helen look weds William Merle Burger of Constantino and Dustin VanStee. the world and brought every Though wear> days be mine. be opened about half way because of the crowded conditions, at her home, passion into subjection to Shut out from much that so by the time I slid behind the wheel my slacks had taken Priscilla Shag-Na-By, an Indian reputed to be 118 years old, Christ " others have; several hits of road grime from the van. dies near here. Our infirmities need not Not my will. Lord. butThmc' Lussmyer Drunk driving is the cause of a highway fatality be- stop us; they can serve to chal- Author Unknown tween here and Ionia. lenge us Accepting infir- The Clover Leaf Club entertains the teachers in a ADVANCED veaudette party at the Idle Hour Theater. Sweet potatoes were un- AUTO GLASS known in Europe until Col- The Wolverine Paved Way caravan reaches Detroit umbus found them in the with over a thousand cars. Advanced Techniques, Old Fashion Values West Indies and took them Happy Birthday 50 YEARS AGO IN THE LEDGER - OCT. 24, 1940 WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT (616) 242-8401 back with him. They have Lowell Republicans are sponsoring an old-fashioned turned into one of the world's houehts Torchlight Parade on Friday, Nov. 1, with floats, deco- STONE CHIP REPAIR or 897-4912 cheapest food crops. OCT. 25: Kerry Zywicki. Ritzema, Victoria Peterson. rated bikes, costumes and bands, followed by movies Give Me A Break, I'll Fix It!' Bill Ellison. Helen Converse. Ann and a speech. OCT. 26: Ray Jones. Kathy Carlson. In my travels in and around town this past week, I A damp season makes use of the bean dryer at Run- 24 Hour Mobile Service ciman's necessary for the first time in many years. Jones. Mike Ray. Chuck Car- OCT. 28: Carroll Poller, heard on a local radio station (WODJ,) that the number one Ledger Entries Secretary of War Stimson will draw the first number • Over 10 Years Experience lisle. Joe Wilczewski, Carole Aaron Stencel, Susan Ro/- request being made by our servicemen in Saudi Arabia is of 100,75,50 and 25 Years Ago in the draft lottery at noon on October 29. • Quality Guaranteed Ponchaud, Velma Johnson, man. Helen Burch. Bonnie for toilet paper. The Burma Road has been opened to transport The Renaissance painter OCT. 27: Monica Johnson. Essich, Olive Collins. Mar According to the report, the toilet paper our servicemen British munitions in American trucks to China. Japan Raphael painted more than Dick Bancroft, Annette guerite Hyde. are having to use has the consistency of sand paper. I guess threatens reprisal. 300 pictures of the Madonna. Iteen. Connie Yeiter. Lloyd OCT. 29: Tammy Lindhoui. that only makes sense, living in a desert and all. 25 YEARS AGO IN THE LEDGER -OCT. 21, 1965 Al Mulder, Jim Miller. John I'm not really sure who provides our boys with this much 100 YEARS AGO INTHE JOURNAL - OCT. 22,1890 The French Club invites ghosts and goblins from the 1 needed hygienic item, but if it's our own government, who A Butler, Jr., Dee Dee Col- | "The boys of the Lowell High School have organized prides itself on providing them with the most technologi- younger set to its annual Gingerbread Fair. lins. an athletic club and are putting up a gymnasium - Attwood Corporation is booming, with 500 on the 30: Joan Cosgrovc. cally, sophisticated and advanced weapons, why not push OCT. Several men have been badly cut by the shaper at payroll. the budget a little further into the red and send our young AREA CHURCH DIRECTORY Lisa Wilkerson, Ha/el the furniture factory. A giant elm five feet across at the base is the latest men something soft, like Charmin. Merdzinski, Lisa Eickholt. The governor spring on the electric light engine broke Back to WODJ, it has started a little campaign, asking victim of Dutch Elm disease. It was, appropriately, on Jim Austin. last night, putting out the street lights for an hour. Elm Street. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE people to donate toilet paper to send to our servicemen. I'm ADA CHRISTIAN BETHANY BIBLE CHURCH OCT, 31: Bob Richter. Bill Three Greenville bicyclists rode to Lowell in three Graver Buttrlck is the new Cascade fire chief. OF LOWELL good for a few rolls how about you? Afterall. sandpaper is REFORMED CHURCH 3900 Easl Fullon Richter, Matthew Kemp. hours forty minutes. Full-size auto license plates are being produced by REV RAYMOND E BEFUS 201 North Washington Street good for cleaning and removing a lot of things....but ! 7152 Bradliekl Si. S E 676-1690 Murel Ball, Jim Marvin. The editor questions why the Lowell Fair (two weeks Jackson prison inmates for the November 1 distribu- Morning Worship g 50 A M REV JIM GELDHOF Certain events at an after-school sporting activity, re- (Broadcast 10 A M WMAX 1470) Church School 10 00 A M ago) premiums have not been awarded yet. tions. Drivers did not like the 1959 and 1962 tabs. Morning Worship 9 30 A M cently raised an interesting question - Are teachers who Sunday School 11:15 A M Morning Worship 11 00 A M Crafty Tricks For Sunday School 10 45 A M Evening Service 6:00 P.M. ^attend an after-school activity, responsible to say something Evening Worship 6 00 P M Evening Service . . 6 00 P M A Safe Halloween Wednesday Service 7 30 P M i Wednesday Mid-Week Service to students in attendance whose behavior is not acceptable? Jr Teens. Adults 7 00 P M Should teachers, because they are officially off duty, just Nursery-Come & Worship With Us Children love to be frightened on Halloween, ignore the entire situation? Should they ignore the situation, but smart parents will but take names and then provide the school administrators Letters to the Editor CALVARY CHRISTIAN REFORMED make sure that this holiday a report the following school day? Or is it their responsibility CHURCH OF LOWELL CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH is scary for all the ngnt to say something right then to the students' whose behavior CHURCH OF LOWELL REV. CARL J. REITSMA - 897-9836 OF LOWELL reasons. Safety "tricks is not acceptable. Then, if the students don't correct their Dear Editor, voted for a new high school depending on the price per I think it is important to let 1151 West Main Street Meeting at the Lowell Middle School 2275 West Mam Street fromVelcro' crafts expert ill behavior, report to school administrators the next school and other renovations at dif- sq. ft. (anywhere from $9 - the Board of Education know (12675 Foreman) Lowell. Ml Sunday School 9:45 A M Shirley Botsford will make Morning Worship day. This letter is concerning ferent schools. S12). what your opinion is on this. Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services 11 00 A M 4 6:00 P M. Halloween a treat, and Sunday School . 11:20 a.m. There are some who believe the teachers are off duty and the possible lease of 5000 sq. The public should have Catharina Bek And Children s Activities ... 1000AM Awana Wednesday 6:30 PM safety a top priority. Why was this not included Midweek Bible Studies and Youth Groups Evening Worship . 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting . . . 7 00 P M ) should be able to attend a school activity without having to ft. between Lowell Schools with the millage? been able to vote on this and Lowell Township Resident Be sure children travel LISTENING AND HELPING JOE GERKIN. PASTOR 897-0017 Nursery available at both services in groups or with a chap play guardian. and Lowell Township. If this was included, the 0970077 Dan Nave. Youlh Director 897-6737 Barrier Free erone. Remind kids not U' Some counter that thought by saying if you're a doctor Why does the school have school does not have to pay eat treats until they've been who's off duty, and you come upon someone who is hurt, to rent or lease after we just S45.000 a year. Maybe more. ALTON BIBLE CHURCH FIRST CONGREGATIONAL checked by an adult it's your responsibility to help. So. if you're a teacher attend- Lincoln Lake Ave at 3 Mile Road FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF LOWELL Clumsy costume? Pre- ing a school function and students' behavior is out of line Sunday School 10:00 A M CHURCH OF LOWELL FRIENDSHIP COUNTRY vent falls by securing long you owe it to the school, visitors and the community to say The Lowell Ledger Morning Worship 11 00 A M (United Church of Chnst) 621 E Mam Street 897-5936 CHAPEL trains and tails wit Evening Praise 7 00 P M 404 North Hudson and or do something right then to correct the problem. REGULAR HOURS 10200 Grand River Ave Velcro* Sticky-Back' coins. Wednesday AWANA 7:00 P M, 897-5906 Speaking strictly from a high school student's perspective Morning Worship 9 00AM and 10 45 AM Sunday Services ^30 AM Affix coins to edges tha Available (Sept - April) Worship and Church School . . . 10:00 A M (I was a student 11 short years ago) I'd respect the teacher Church School 9 30 to 10 30 AM Wednesday Bible Study 7 qq p ^ Hew PubliUUilCc fra a«n •--- Prayer and Bible Study ... 7 30 P M Rev Terry Tessan Pastor hang low, and to poim- * Eleanor Martin Director of Education REV WILLIAM AMUNDSEN. MINISTER 30B ROUSH, PASTOR knee height so costume can who said something right then, a lot more than the one who Lowel[yenl Ledger-—- . l , REV KENNETH R MCGEE. Pastor (USPS 453-830) at Marilyn Ossentjuk Director of Music Nursery available at both services 897-7489 be hiked up while walking I took names and later reported to school administrators. If nWircei l 897 5646 or 097 4273 Published weekly for $10 a year in Kent County, Guide CW Barrier-Free Nursery Provided Barrier • Free Entrance Add light reflectorstnps a teacher isn't concerned enough to try to eliminate the Buvets YOU ARE WELCOME1 $ 14 a year outside the county by the Lowell Ledger to costumes to make K"1 problem right then, why make it an issue a day later. An ,05 N » Publishing Company, 105 N. Broadway St., f], t Document visible at night. 'r(H example: if there is a student heckler at a school play and B Velcro* strips to light M Lowell, MI 49331. Save Time • EconoMcd it's allowed to disrupt the audience with nothing being done Roger K. Brown Get The MISSIONARY CHURCH ST. MARY'S flector strips and adhen Service GOOD SHEPHERD until the next morning at school, what's been accomplished? Etsy Instant 10501 Settlewood Ph 897-7105 hats and costumes. Publisher CATHOLIC CHURCH K LUTHERAN CHURCH Sunday School 9 45 A M Make a resealable tru Oh, sure, hopefully the heckler gets his/her just desserts, (616) 897-9261 402 N Amity Worship Service 11 00 A M 11 but for an X amount of people, their night out at the play MSGNR JAMES MORAN or treat bag from an Second Class Postage Paid at Lowell. Ml. Evening Service 6 00 P M 10305 Biuewater Highway MASSES pillowcase. Sew was ruined. Published every Wednesday FAX-IT Prayer and Bible Study-7 30 P M Wednesday1 Morning Worship 10 00 AM strips to the bags ' ' 'Thad's Thoughts" say: teachers say something right then POSTMASTER: Send address change to GLENN H MARKS Saturday Mass Sunday School & Adult Bib e Class 9 00 A M 530 PM opening. . and if the bad behaviour isn't curbed, then go to the adminis- Forenan Road Sunday Masses The Lowell Ledger, P.O. Box 128. Lowell. JOSEPH FREMER PASTOR i l To keep the chill 9 00 A 11 00 AM 8 l7-9i 10 1 Itrators the next day with names. Ml 49331 097 0307 without co venn^costi " Students - do the teachers a favor and don t put them in layer your child in tl • that position. You know ihe rules, play by them! undergarments. The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday, October 24, 1990 - Page 6 The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday. October 24, 1990 • Page 7 St. Mary's begins work on Change orders are approved; new asphalt all-purpose court 'work progresses on Police Station
! The new all-purpose as- Dan Nowak. athletic programs He h Two change orders have The cost of the ramp is $549. $30,320. provide the Lowell Police phalt court, being put in al William Brown. of hopeful that the asphalt court been approved by Lowell's The second change con- The renovation work is Department with a squad St. Mary 's school this week, Brown's Asphalt Paving at groundbreaking cercinom is City Council in the $30,328 cerns the insulating of the two being done by Rapid Con- room, a sergeant's office and has been valued as priceless 11826 East Fulton will super- only the first stepof imprinc- Police Department renova- outside walls of the squad struction out of Grand an interview/security/evi- by Principal. Dave Haney. vise the work "Weather will ments in those areas tion work which is scheduled rooms and providing a dry Rapids. The renovation work dence room. "It's not a new gym- play a big part as to how soon Hanc> adds (hut the court to be completed by the begin- wall between the sergeant was approved at the Sept. 17 "Wc have been real nasium. hut it will be price- the court is completed. If the will be used for basketball ning of December. and squad rooms. The re- council meeting and work pleased with the work of less in terms of what it will weather is good, we can have tennis and volleyball The first change order in- quest was put in by the police began the fourth week in Sep- Rapid Construction. It has lepartment. The c.)si of this taken our concerns and sug- do to improve our athletic and the court completed within 2- "We're doing it for i|v volves the building of a ramp tember. physical education prog- 3 days.' he said. "Students children of St. Mary's (rather than stairs) connect- work will be $592. The total The renovation work will gestions into account and its rams. Haney said. may be playing on it as swn School, said Dan Nowak ing the clerical-dispatch area cost of the change orders is provide room for three units work has been fast and effi- The new 8()-by-50 all pur- as Friday." There was a need here al the to the vehicle storage area. SI.141 increasing the police in the garage - two police cient.'' Lowell Police Chief pose asphalt court has come When Haney arrived as the school, and it's an area in This was necessary to comply department renovation cost to units and one emergency pre- Barry Emmons said. about through a financial do- new Principal at St Mary 's which we thought wc could w ith barrier free design laws. the aforementioned figure of paredness vehicle. It will also nation by co-owners of this year, he said he would assist." Ground was broke at St. Mary's School for a new all-purpose asphalt court. From The chemical that gives the skunk his dreaded smell is called ethanethiol: this sub- left to right is: Dennis Nowak and Dan Nowak, donors, William Brown of Brown's Saranac Brand FihkIs* co- like to see improvement in stance is so pungent that one ten-trillionth of an ounce can be detected by the human Brian Becker, foreman, Rapid Construction, works to the physical education and Asphalt and Dave Haney, St. Mary's School principal. owners, Dennis Nowak and nose. complete the police station addition. Al Lacic grows 'em BIG! LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS A NUAL AUDIT Lack's grandchildren
examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the general HELMHOLDT &. COMPANY purpose financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS have plenty of carving to used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall general purpose financial statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a COMBINED STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES - ALL GOVERNMENTAL FUND TYPES CERTIFIED PUBLIC A C ( O U N T A N T S reasonable basis for our opinion. YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1990 do before Halloween August 22, 1990 A substantial portion of the revenues of the School Services' Funds consists of charges to users. It was not practicable to extend the examination beyond the Lowell Area Schools accounting for amounts recorded as received. mHimiHi tal Fund Types Board of Education School Debt Building Lowell Area Schools In our opinion, except for the effects of adjustments, if any, and disclosures as might General Services Retirement and Site Lowell, Michigan have been required had we been able to obtain sufficient competent evidential matter with respect to the item mentioned in the third paragraph, the general purpose financial REVENUES: INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position Taxes $ 7,320,318 $408,140 $ 285,647 of the various fund types and account groups of the Lowell Area Schools as of June 30, Transfers from other funds $112,385 112,125 Intergovernmental revenues 4,347,518 Wc have audited the accompanying general purpose financial statements of the 1990, and the results of its operations for the year then ended, in conformity with generally 91,518 106,509 Cafeteria and athletic Lowell Area Schools as of June 30, 1990 and for the year then ended, as listed in the table accepted accounting principles. charges to users 296,688 of contents. These general purpose financial statements are the responsibility of Lowell Interest on investments 149,416 4,376 23,359 21,640 Area Schools' management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these general Miscellaneous 89.225 26.803 purpose financial statements based on our audit. TOTAL REVENUES 11,906,477 531,770 543,624 413,796
Except as discussed in the following paragraph, wc conduaed our audit in EXPENDITURES: accordance with generally accepted auditing standards. Tliose standards require that we Certifien~^r,*.Ad Publin..ui:c~ Accountanta — s * 0 Instruction 7,536,997 plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the general Support services 2.099,057 purpose financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes 30))Orhanl VmaDrSE,Sunt222 GrandR«f*k.MI49t46 rhonr 616.949.72W Fax: 616.949.0449 Other • salaries 300,407 Operation and maintenance 917,023 Transportation 785,805 Supplies and purchased services 235,967 Other 17,001 11,596 Capital outlay 344,231 458,454 LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS Transfers to other funds 106,346 112,125 Debt Service: COMBINED BALANCE SHEET . ALL FUND TYPES AND ACCOUNT GROUPS Principal retirement 365,000 Interest and fiscal charges 181.491 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 553.375 582.175 JUNE 30, 1990 11.789.459 S46.491 Govcmmcmal Fund Types Fiduciary Fund Type it Groups EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER General (UNDER) EXPENDITURES 117,018 (21,605) (2,867) (168.379) School Debt Building Trust and General Long-Term General Services Retirement and Site Ayencv Fixed Amcb Dehi FUND BALANCES - July 1, 1989 953.298 50.959 252.822 261.527 ASSETS Money market deposits - net $1,774,433 $263,716 $132,262 $177,732 FUND BALANCES - June 30, 1990 1.070J16 $ 29.354 $249.955 $ 93.148 Accounts receivable 109,601 S 12,588 Due from other funds 31,364 37.197 405 Inventories 93,948 25,855 Much to the happiness of his grandchildren, (Jrandpa Ai Lacic grows extra jarge Land, buildings and sites $13334.073 pumpkins. This pumpkin weighs 147 pounds and is 75 inches in circumfcrence. From Equipment 2,878,819 left to right, are Christy Lacic, Luke Lacic, Chad Dillree and Christopher Dillree. Vehicles 1,197,183 Amount available in Debt Retirement Funds J 249,955 LOWELL AREA SCHOOLS Amount to be provided for retirement The giant cactus of Arizona—the sahuaro—is a tree without leaves, without a single of general long-term debt 2.818,999 STATEMENT OF REVENUES. EXPENDITURES AND CHANGES branch. It has pleats on its sides that expand or contract as much as a foot when TOTAL ASSETS $2.009.346 S75.640 $263.716 S 132.262 $178.137 S17.410.Q75 S3.068.95-> IN FUND BALANCE • BUDGET AND ACTUAL - GENERAL FUND there is rain. ^
LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY: YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 1990 Liabilities; Bank overdraft - net 546,286 Variance Accounts payable 5 21,964 Favorable Due to other funds • S 37,602 15,825 $ 15,539 Budget Actual (Unfavorable) Current portion of capital lease 10,163 Salaries payable 848,824 REVENUES: Fit For Life Retirement payable 42,441 Taxes $ 7,304,370 $ 7,320318 $ 15,948 Interest payable $ 13,761 1325 Intergovernmental revenues 4,357,006 4,347,518 (9,488) Bonds payable EVENING FITNESS CLASSES BEGIN Interest on investments 130,000 149,416 19,416 Notes payable $2,930,000 Miscellaneous 67.300 89.225 21.925 Payable for compensated absences 100.000 TOTAL REVENUES 11,858,676 11,906,477 47,801 OCT. 29 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Long-term portion (net of current portion) 37.190 of capital lease 1,764 EXPENDITURES: Due to student orgu^ations 175,220 71,143 Instruction 7,712,217 7,536,997 Amount held for li*i development Monday • Tuesday • Thursday Support services 2,250,975 2,099,057 151,918 and acquisitions 47,840 91ASS 9 Operation and maintenance 964,863 917,023 Bushnell Elementary School TOTAL LIABILITIES 939,030 46,286 13,761 39,114 794,238 785.805 8,433 178,137 3,063.954 i Transportation (43,731) Capital outlay 300,500 344,231 106.346 Fund Equity: Transfers to other funds 100.0C0 (6.346) Investment in general fixed assets TOTAL EXPENDITURES 12.122.793 ,11.789.459 333.334 Lowell YMCA Come & Meet Fund balances: $17,410,075 Barb Miller Designated for debt retirement 249.955 EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER 323 W. Main St., N~ YMCA Reserve for Community Education Consortium 43,620 (UNDER) EXPENDITURES (264,117) 117,018 381,135 Fitness Instructor Reserve for contractual commitments 66.079 29.354 953.298 Undesignated and unreserved 27.0^ FUND BALANCE • July 1, 1989 953.298 897-8445 TOTAL FUND EQUITY 29.354 249.9^ 93.148 17.410.075 FUND BALANCE - June 30, 1990 $ 689.181 $ 1.070.316 5381.135 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND FUND EQUITY S2.OOQ.346 S75.640 S263.716 Sl32.2h^ Sr8.137 $17.410.075 $3.068.954 i The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday. October 24, 1990 - Page 9 Lowell Police Officer honored by M.A.D.D.
Lowell Police Officcr County Police Officers for Police Officers, including Of- Trooper Kenneth Cadorette. David Carey, was one of ele- their outstanding perfor- ficer Carey. Michigan Stare Police: Of- ven Kent County Police Of- mance in the control of drunk Officer Bruce Horling, ficer Patrick David Sikkema, ficers honored at a recent CAN YOU IDENTIFY THIS MYSTERY FARM? drivers in our county. Grand Rapids Police Depart- Rockford Police Department; luncheon in Grand Rapids. At a luncheon held at the ment; Officer David Officer Andrew Milanowski, This aerial photograph was taken especially for the Mary Ochsankehl, Direc- Blythefield Country Club. Heyboer, Kentwood Police Sparta Police Department; Lowell Ledger and is pari of a series of Lowell area tor of the Kent County Chap- Grand Rapids, Michigan on Department: Deputy Mark Office Dan Craymer, Walker farms. ter of MADD (Mothers Oct. 12, Jack Hughes, Presi- Ritzema, Kent County Police Department; Officer No one knows whose farm the aerial photographer Against Drunk Driving), an- dent of the Kent County Sheriff Department; Officer David Thompson, Wyoming snapped, so it s up to you. our readers, to identify the nounced the first annual Chapter of MADD. presented David Smith, East Grand Police Department and Of- mystery farm each week. awards presented to 11 Kent awards to the following Rapids Police Department; ficer David Greco, Grand- If you can identify this mystery farm...merely fill ville Police Department. out the entry blank below with your answer, name and Michael Rizik, MADD address and mail or drop off at the Lowell Ledger. Michigan Legislative Chair- P.O. Box 128. Lowell. Ml 49331. New owners happy with man, addressed the group on The name of the person correctly identifying this 66 the issue of media coverage farm will be put in a drawing to be held on Monday. on crashes in which alcohol October 29. at noon for a FREE DINNER FOR Jimmy's Grill" purchase is a contributing factor. Kizik TWO (excluding drinks) at Sneakers in downtown earlier this year, testified be- Lowell, a free gallon of Devoe flat white latex paint fore the United State Su- f rom Lowell Paint & Wallpaper and a free subscription preme Court on the constitu- He added Jimmy's Grill is to the Ledger. tionality of sobriety check what thev wanted and it al- The owner of each weeks Mystery Farm will receive points. lows them to make the deci- ABSOLUTELY FREE, a 4x5 color photo of the farm Ron Schaller, of the F.B.I, sions. "That keeps it interest- merely by claiming it at the Lowell Ledger office by office, serves in an advisory inu." Turner smiles. "It s im- the following Wednesday noon. capacity to the local MADD possible to figure in the res- r \i \m> office. Schaller was responsi- taurant business when you're ble for surveying the police izoinc to be busy and when WW * departments of Kent County you're not.'' Mystery Farm No. 29 and the Officers honored I Turners were familiar with today, were recommended for Jimmy's Grill because it was I the honor by their Chiefs of Answer: an establishment they dined ¥ Police. at frequently while in the I My Name The luncheon was attended Rock ford. Gram! Rapids | My Address. by the officers, their spouses, area. In the 29th week of the Lowell Ledger Mystery Farm, there were 25 correct responses. In week 30, let's see if we the Chiefs of Police and other Lowell Police Officer David Carey was recently honored "We liked it because it was I can increase the number of correct responses. It should also be noted, that when identifying a farm, the first honored guests. by M.A.D.D. (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) for his I Mv Phone a uood, fresh homemade | and last name should be used. Also only entry forms printed in the Ledger will be accepted. Thanks for your Hughes and Schaller also work in helping to curb drunk driving. style type food," Turner ex- presented 11 breathalyzer cooperation. plains. The couple plans on partments in our county. sent viable solutions to help testing devices to requesting getting back to thai success- Hughes indicated that our law enforcement officers police departments. MADD ful formula. "We're located many new programs arc being and the courts in reducing the L has been instrumental in sup- PAINT & Buy One Breakfast Sandwich out in the country so we have undertaken in Kent County to holocaust occurring on our plying a large number of tes- call awareness to the drunk O & Get One FREE to give people a good reason roads. WALLPAPER to drive out here. I believe ters to the various police de- driving problem and to pre- W at Lowell lots of good, quality food at Floorcovering a reasonable price brings ^ O 1(3 E owboat people back.' he says. "II a 219 E Mam St.. Lowell • 897 (1012 customer leaves happy and L AUFOMOIIVf SUPPIY IHC OVER 300 WALLCOVERING Specialist in satisfied, know ing he she has Cylinder Head Rtconditioning gotten their money's worth, ^PEBBLE BEACH HOURS Mon ihru Fn.. 8 a m to 7 p m BOOKS TO CHOOSE FROM pfcMm this coupon when buying « Breakfast Sandwich, and you'll get another Break- Engine Block Reconditioning Saturday 8 a m to 5 30 p m they'll return." R Sidwich free! Unit one coupon per customer, per visit. Please present coupon when Piston and Rod Reconditioning HOURS • Devoe Paints ~ Jimmy's Grill scats 65 SUNDRIES Not valid with am/ other o6er. Otsc and Drum Brake Service Mon Sat • Olympic Stain Tools to Apply c—.«-!« GOOD ONLY; McDonald'. i4S0WMaflSi naoSSuieSi people and has a staff of six APARTMENTS Looe* Ml 4U31 ions Ml 48846 We Use Only Quality 9 am 5 pm Paint Hi Wallpaper Good T>*u Oooto 31,1990 WSS W. Mala, Lowell, Ml Roy and Gwynne Turner are having fun with their new employees, one full-time and • Minwax* PH (818) 887.W31 PHS77.3190 Perfect Circle Paris business venture, "Jimmy's Grill." five part-time workers. LOWELL'S ONLY LAKEFRQNT APARTMENTS COUPON^ It serves lunch and dinner , COME VISIT THE "LARGEST Roy Turner drove through taurant similar to Jimmy's the Lowell area 10 years ago Grill, when we decided if we with its menu including w BLINDS • R • US soups, sandwiches, rolls, ANTIQUE MALL IN MICHIGAN" in a Swan's Ice Cream truck. could find a restaurant like Pre-Holiday Special -CARLSON CRAFT WINDOW TREATMENT CENTRE After spending the last five the one we were in, we'd pies, roast pork, beef and tur- Our weddmg consultants wi help you seitct "V key; baked chicken and fried beautilul wedding invitations and announce /" years in Cincinnati selling leave the Cincinnati rat race," ^ Lower Security Deposit On New Leases Until December ments They ollet you the largest selection chicken on its menu. The res- Jo 65% OFF coffee. Turner came back to Turner said. 1st... Just $250°°! of invitations at very reasonable prices. MINI ir MICRO BLINDS A\ taurant is closed on Monday invitations that let you express the the Lowell area, this time Shortly after that, the Tur- PLEATED SHADES ft DUETTES and Tuesday and is open 11 mood you wish to sei lor your driving a Chevy pickup ners heard Jimmy's Grill was 4 Move in before Dec. 1 st and receive Special Holiday special day. i*M a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednes- d Il05 N UiooUvonyj r*e B®* truck. This time, instead of for sale. "We sold our house Savings...Just in time for Christmas. Call for details. lowe*. McNgan 49331 Lowest Prices On Our Own day through Saturday and 11 stopping his truck to sell ice and were on our way to Low- See Us Today ... •Ph 897 95551 VERTICAL BLINDS a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Ot 897 9?61 eFour Floors of Antiques cream. Turner and his wife, ell," Turner said. "It's nice Be warm and cozy with no worries this holiday...Gas qooV® Free Estimates • Free Installation "We're real happy w ith the 212 West Gwynne stopped to purchase because it brings us closer to heat included in all apartments. »103 Riverside Dr. - Lowell, Ml e30.000 Square Feet way things have gone thus far Main Street Jimmy's Grill. 10978 Grand our children and to our 897-6717 Special Good With Coupon Only and would do it all over LOWELL LITHO e()pen Seven days a Week River Ave. jaQlilie^_Not only that, but 4 Enclosed carport to protect your vehicle included COUPON ...... again," Turner said. "We're "We were in up-state New we were both tired of work- with every apartment. York having lunchTTa res- ing for big corporations." having fun." JAMES E. REAGAN, D.D.S. tittle Caesars Pizza 4 Be safe this Holiday Season...Renter controlled 207 W. Main St.. Lowell I^B4 L|ll!f Cafs4f -rfrryrtsrs Inr security system in all apartments. We're your \ Also . . . i4 Flexible lease terms...Lease for as little as 6 months. Welcoming...New Dental Patients Buy One, Get One) Pizza! Pizza! - Lowell Radiator and Free Store!" Baby Pan! Pan! •• Professional Computer Systems CO ^ Party Pack • Locked, secure laundry room available 24 hours a ^ Slice! Slice! - Monday thru Friday.. 0 C D 3 -5 p.m. CORPORATE Car Care Center day to ail tenants. Tuesday .8 a.m. • 8 p.m. Ceasar Sandwiches RENTALSeLEASINGeTRAININGeCONSULTING 834 W. Main, Lowell (616) 897-8180 .4 Spacious and comfortable 2 bedroom apartments Saturday 8a.m. - 12 noon c*e a Wh 505 W. MAIN, CONTRACT MAINTENANCEeREPAlR SERVICE available for as low as^.^TS00. 102 WEST MAIN • Power flush system & (INSURANCE LOWELL PLAZA anti-freezc (up to 2 gal.) Ph. 897-7179 ACCEPTED) 897-0043 CALL 897-6860 Stock and • Remove radiator & check flow Call Diane Estes For Appointment Custom • Test radiator for leaks Monday thru Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EXHAUST • Replace Radiator A.FZ3CORPORATION CURTIS CAR WASH • Check system WORK NO PUMP SPRAYERS ^owell Bee^ $39.95 » HIGH PRESSURE - Soap, Rinse, Wax 897-6880 • FINAL RINSE - Spot Free Water Unique patented system uses water pressure from your hose to eliminate • PRE-SOAK - Cleans Without Rubbing —WE OFFER— 1112 Bowes Road, tiresome hand-pumping. Available at e • DEGREASER - Cleans Motors, Engines, Etc. • REBUILT STARTERS AND ALTERNATORS TIRES local retail stores For further ^'9 Hot Sto< • COMPLETE BRAKE SERVICE Lowell, Michigan information call 1-800-748-0098 » TIRE CLEANER - For a Totally Clean Car • RADIATORS AND CORES IN STOCK New & » FOAMING BRUSH - Removes Road Film • NEW AND REBUILT GAS TANKS "For All Your Party Needs • TIRES ROTATED AND COMPUTER BALANCED Used fiRLFlDMASim Corner of W. Main & Valley Vista Drive 213 EAST MAIN • 897-9841 The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday. October 24, 1990 - Page II The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday. October 24, 19% • Page 10 Johnson wins farm contest TOWN TALK What are your thoughts about Lowell Schools possibly leasing space from The Lowell Ledger's Lowell Township?
LISTING The Lowell Ledger's 29th Johnson will receive din- Mystery Farm belongs to ner for two from Sneaker's, MAGAZINE the family of Jerry Hale of a free gallon of Devoe Rat 10640 Sayles Rd. The win- White Latex paint from vi i; I.. •;: • ning entry in the 29th week Lowell Paint and Wallpaper, of the Mystery Farm contest and a year's subscription to ^ • Features Complete Ken Kaminski Margie Lowry was turned in by Joyce The Lowell Ledger for cor- Fritz Esch Nancy DuMond I think its too much money / don't think the school al- Listings of Lowell Johnson, 21 IS Whites rectly identifying the farm. Bond money approved at ft's a shame there has to per year and the school ways does a good job of run- Bridge Rd. Sept. 25 election cannot be be such a predicament in Cable TV Channels should find something less ning things tightly. I under- used to rent facilities (opera- cities with education. If the On A Daily Basis. expensive. If more space is stand it costs more and morel tional expenses). A lot of op- school needs space it needs Police, continued... necessary then I don't think fo run schools these days, hut tions need to be considered. space and should rent some the school has a choice. I still think the school could Having children in class- until the new school is ready. • Complete & week would be made up mons said. "It will allow for do a better job. The price the rooms is preferred - opposed The price given by the Town- through complime. "After 24 motv time in the area of fol- township is asking for sounds Easy To Use to portables. Money spent for ship does sound high though. hours arc built up. an officer low-up investigations and re- high, but if the school needs portables leaves the commu- Maybe the school could find would have to use it.* Em- port writing.** classroom space, I think it nity. We will not be into the something else. mons said. Lowell will join a list of should rent. ^ • Listings Coincide new high school before 1994. The mtation will eliminate agencies that have already With Numbers On the pan-time shift and having switched to the 12-hour rota- We need something to house officers on-call for weekend tion. Advantages seen by the copy center. Portable Your Tuner arraignments. Part-time offic- other police departments in- can't do that. The school is ers would be used to fill m- clude; fewer sick days: less expecting another 500 stu- Channel Station CitiL when selective enforcement overtime: reduced dr\ clean- dents over the next fi ve years. MTV Music have time off. Part-time offic- ing (uniforms) costs: the We are currently leasing one NASH ers viould also fill in for sick proposed 12-hour shift pro- portable and the school bought the other. The two as OS) WSYM Lansing leave, vacation comp time. vides necessary coverage and .Qd) WOTV Grand Rapids Nhift coverage and court duty. does not subject an officer to a whole unit cost us roughly The 12-hour rotation will 595,000 that includes opera- '(DOS WXMI 6. Rapids the perils of the relief shift: Grand Rapids be on a one-year trial basis. tional cost. 06 WQVU enhanced family lite; and less WKAR East Lansing "It should be cost saving and job stress. oo cut down on overtime." Em- oo WZZM Grand Rapids (Q HBO Premium o TBS Atlanta (D MAX Premium 0) DISN Premium USA FAM Family WGN Chicago ESPN Sports S) CNN News EQOPQN QD CNNHEAD NICK Art Kellogg Cheryl Cindic John Vos I am not in favor of putting The rental price seems like A&E My first reaction is: Why PASS Troy CONTAINS LISTINGS FOR FRIDAY, OCT. 26, THRU students in portables so I did we pass the bond issue if a lot of money, but then I WWMT Kalamazoo SI l "1 \(jS! guess I would not have a think I used to pay S300-S4W we were going to have to rent WUHQ Battle Creek THURSDAY, NOV. 1, 1990 problem with renting until the from the township? But, then a month and some people Lansing WILX Larry King, nationally known talk-radio personality, USA Today columnlat and CNN talk show host, makes his network new facility is available for I thought, well it's something spend close to $1,000 these WLNS Lansing TV dabut on Sunday whan ha hoata Sunday Night with Larry King. Tha ona-hour NBC variety show will inciu-^ guests use. The rental price given the school has to do right now days. It sounds like a good DISC David Lattarman and Bart Sirrpson. coupon by Lowell Township doesn 't until the new school and re- business move to me. I think TNT Atlanta sound too high to me, espe- novation work is done John Timpson and Frit/ Esch cially with the way prices are are good people and both today. would do their research be- fore coming to a decision. OIL CHANGE Good education doesn 't • • There are more than 2.000 types of candy. In the United States, each person eats an average of 18 pounds of come cheaply. lo^ •• $4095 candy annually I Light Trucks K
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The Lowell Chapter of the Scott, and David Hilden- broiler parts. Last Tuesday night Lowell of security as Rogers rallied FFA will he competing in the brand will serve as alternate. The National FFA Poultry coach Ken Akers brought an as much as he has in the past. good basketball team. Lowell and took a 23-19 halftime "I would like to develop my National FFA Poultry contest During the contest. FFA contest is sponsored by Pil- old friend to the game last lead. always plays us tough." eight best players and gear November 9 in Kansas City, members w ill work with pro- grim's Pride Corporation and Tuesday night against Ro- The Red Arrows did just "Our girls jumped out to them toward tournament MO during the 63rd National duction hens, eggs, proces- Tyson Foods, Inc. as a special gers. A face many Lowell that for all but five minutes, an early, big lead and 1 think time," he said. FFA Convention. sing, merchandising, part project of the National FFA fans may have thought had "we don't do a good job of they thought boy, this is The Lowell win left both "The state-w inning poultry identification and manage- Foundation. graduated. slowing the other team down going to be easy.' Their play dubs at 8-6 overall and 5-3 teams that aiv competing at ment. Contestants will per- FFA is a national organiza- He inserted his friend into when its on a run." Lowell the rest of the first half was in the league. the national level arc the very form live bird evaluations and tion of 397,115 students in ihe game in the second half, coach ken Akers said. "We a reflection of that," Akers WYOM. PARK 58 w ill also present oral reasons 7,705 local chapters prepar- and in face of adversity, the were also hurt by that fourth best." said Carol Duval, na- said. "I told them at halftime LOWELL 41 tional FFA program manager in addition to placing a class ing for agricultural careers. move ignited the Red Arrows foull called on Hackcnbruch that we arc a better club, but •Any hopes of a Lowell vic- for contests. "Participants ofready-to-cook broilers . FFA activities and award to a 48-36 O-K White Con- late in the third quarter." we have to play with the same tory at Wyoming Park last In the prxvessing and mer- programs complement in- fercnce victory over the Lowell's coach was happy will he judging, grading and desire and hustle that Rogers Thursday night were dashed examining various poultry in- chandising phase of the con- struction in agricultural edu- Golden Hawks. with the guard play he got showed in the first half." in a five minute span of the test, students will be Judging cation by giving students "Lowell hurt us with their from senior, Tanya Czar- dustry products." Lowell opened the third second half. and grading ready-to-cook practical experience in the ap- outside trapping type pres- nopis. "She played a fine The members of the Low- quarter of play with a 5-0 run. The Red Arrows led 33-32 turkeys, breaded chicken pat- plication of agricultural skills sure." Rogers coach Jeff game for us tonight." Akers ell Chapter FFA poultry team regaining a one-point lead at with 3:06 left to play in the ties, cartons of eggs, identify- and knowledge gained in Lowell's golf team finished llth at the state compedtion in East Lansing. They are Hudson said. "The pressure said. "I thought Amy Stauffer are Coach Pete Siler, Melanie 24-23. The Red Arrows third quarter. Five minutes ing broiler parts and grading from left to right, Chris Elzinga, Jerud Joynt, Chad Laux, Chad Dunn, John Borg caused our girls to make did a good while she was in Kaeb, Heidi Kaeb. Danielle classes. dosed the quarter 10-2 spurt later the lead was gone and and Coach, Jack Ogle. wrong decisions. They drib- there also.". which carried them to a 34-30 the game was over despite the hied instead of making the Czamopis led all Red Ar- advantage to start the fourth fact six minutes were still quick pass." rows with 11 points and Hac- & quarter. showing on the fourth-quar- Lowell, a little slower kcnbruch and Renee Nugent Red Arrow linksters While quiet offensively for ter scoreboard clock. afoot in 1990, hasn't been each added seven points three quarters. Erica Hacken- The Vikings went on an able to apply pressure with apiece. bruch played big in the final 18-0 run, 10 of those points finish llth in state meet the same amount of success On the strength of its re- i stanza, scoring seven of the were scored by Park's senior bounding, Lowell grabbed a as it did in 1989. Akers' Lowell's Red Arrow golf "Competing in the O-K onc-under par 70. Zeeland's team's 14 points. sensation, Janice Roberts. friendly move of stepping up 25-24 halftime lead. "Lowell team hoped to swing its way White prepared us for the Mike Doan carded a round of "I thought we did a good The All-Conference. All- hurt us on the boards in the pressure in the second half into the top 10 in the Class competition we d be seeing 73. job defensively against Low- West Michigan swing player first half," Pullen said. "I was a tuming point in the R State Championship at at the state level." Zeeland Lowell team honors went elfs big center. She didn't tallied a team-high 29 points. thought our girls did a much game. Erica Hackenbruch works for an easy bucket in action Forest Akers East (par 71), coach Steve Bearss said. The to John Borg. The senior score until late in the game, •Roberts played well but had better job rebounding in the against Rogers. o i * I'm not sure the rest of Saturday. However, it settled Chix coach was tickled over came home in 78. Following after the game was pretty lapses in her game tonight," second half." the people that watched the for an I Ith place finish as it his club s fifth-placc finish him was Jerud Joynt who shot much out of hand," Hudson Park coach Rich Pullen said. game tonight thought about The victory improved *1 said on the way down a a 7^. Chris Elzinga was third said. "It was a hard fought 1 w as worried coming in our Wyoming Park's record to 7- fired a 326. it, but our defense won the "We hoped to do a little score of 320 would look with a round of 83 and Chad game and to Lowell's credit, girls might have a let down I in the O-K White and 12-2 game for us." Akers said. better. * Lowell coach Jack sweet on the board, and the Laux finished with an 86. it prevented us from doing coming off that tough game overall. Lowell fell lo 5-4 in The Red Arrows jumped Ogle said. "But you can boys went out and shot it." Chix following Doan off w hat we w anted to do offen- with Forest.Hills Central. I teh conference and 8-7 over- out to an early 9-0 lead, but hardly complain, it's been a Also competing at Forest the course were Ryan Dren- sively in the second half." was pleased with our play in all. then lapsed into a false sense CITY OF LOWELL good year." Akers Fast was Fast Grand ton with an 80, Andy Barkel Akers did not use his bench the fourth quarter. We beat a The same can be said for Rapids. The Pioneers carded shot an 82, and Mike Re- the O-K White Conference. a team total of 347. mmick fired an 85. Members of the Lowell Chapter FFA Poultry team arc from left to right: Coach Medalist honors went tt) Fast Grand Rapids was PUBLIC NOTICE The league sent four of its O I # Board approves WBDC agreement Pete Siler, Melanie Kaeb, Heidi Kaeb and Danielle Scott. Missing from picture is: eight teams to the state com- Earl Eckenrode of Haslett paced by Mark Ostrander's David Hildenbrand, alternate, petition in East Lansing. who came off the course at 82. Teammate John Krause The first of many steps was taken toward the completion Thefinal tw o areas are informational updates and material came in at 83. Dan Prcscott of the new Lowell High School and the renovation work at standards. Included in the updates will be school board NOTICE TO OAKWOOD CEMETERY carded an 89. and Ken- the existing schools at a special Board of Education meeting updates, luncheons and newsletter articles. LOT OWNERS HEALTH INSURANCE Wagner fired a 93. Monday night. Material standards will deal with finishes, HVAC equip- Winning the Class B title The Lowell board approved the owner/architect agreement ment, electrical equipment and cabinetry. If you have urns, artificial flowers, decora- « NAPA « Trid ol high oo«r Ratw constanlty incrsasjn?? Miy soft)to less ? was Jackson Lumen Christi with WBDC. Lowell administrators and staff are in the process of vis- tions, etc., which you wish to save, please re- Best plan in Michigan at with a team score of 311. Bat- The meeting gave WBDC architect, Ralph Moxley an iting Forest Hills Central, Muskegon High School, Corn- move them by November 1,1990. Urns should SPECIALS very AFFORDABLE k Stable Rates! tle Creek Lake view was sec- opportunity to take the board through an overview of the stock Park Secondary School, Ionia High School, Penn-Har- be emptied of dirt and turned upside down to ond at 315; Saline was third process it will follow starting with the planning and approval ris High School, Grand Rapids Junior College Applied avoid cracking. Benefits include dental, optical, office with a 316 and Kalama/oo (| ^ rocess. Included under this heading are tours (currently Technology Center, Forest Hills Northern High School, calls and many others. Christian shot a round of 318. being done by school administrators and staff), goal setting, West Ottawa High School and Saranac High School. All of All Items not removed by November 1, 1990 "The club has come up just educational specifications, schematic design, design de- these projects contracted WBDC. will be picked up by City crews and discarded. Chevy Engine Kits! Group rates for individuals and small businesses. short of winning the confer- velopment, construction documents, bidding/award, and 350 Re-Ring Kit Call Today - Phil Thomas ence and finishing in the top change orders. Winter floral tributes are allowed after 616-242-7565 / 1-800-678-0336 10. That's the difference be- The area of project management and production system November 10,1990, including plastic flowers, Includes gaskets, rod bearings tween a good year and a great will follow. This will include owner's advocate, end of wire stemmed plants, etc., but must also be and piston ring set. 227-50 year." Ogle said. "I can say phase packages/checklists, owner approvals and changes, removed by early Spring. These items can foul (Offer expires 11/15/90) Q this, this group of seniors - and quality control. 55 or older? lawnmower blades and cause serious Injury. Jerud Joynt, John Borg, Chad Step five on the agenda is the selection of a construction Betty R. Morlock Laux. Jason Engle and Eric manager. l%The board will be starting this process next," We've just reduced the cost of Deputy City Clerk ONLY $38.99 Barrett is the finest group of ) i aid Lowell Superintendent Fritz Esch. This process will CITY OF LOWELL seniors I've worked with. include a list of qualifiedfirms, reques t for proposals, review homeowners insurance 30%! They 're a credit to the school. of proposals and interviews. Camshaft & Lifter Kit their families and lo the com- The sixth step in the nine-step overview laid out by Mox- Here's why! Our statistics show Camshaft features: durations 290 PUBLIC NOTICE munity ley is budget control. This will be broken down into four that homeowners 55 and older have Legal Notices degrees, valve lift .446. Lifter fea- areas, the "stand-alone" philosophy, raised expectations, fewer and less costly losses than other K tures: High RPM oil metering. 302- administration involvement and square footage control. age groups. [ 44 (Offer expires 11/15/90) Contract fmalization is step seven. This will include a So it's only fair to charge you less STATE OF MICHIGAN IT IS HEREBY ORDERED REFUSE PICKUP for your homeowners insurance. 'ee breakdown by project, lump sum fees, monthly invoices, [ CIRCUIT COURT that the Defendant. CLAUDE credits from study and consultants for track andfield, theatre / COUNTY OF IONIA E. JONES, shall answer to For the month of October, Lowell residents %Auto-Owners- Insurance ^ ORDER TO ANSWER acoustics. UtHorrtOv take such other action as may ONLY $54.99 are allowed twelve (12) bags or containers (30 Our nation» first na- Case No. 90-B-13.052-DM be permitted by law on or be- •J > IkiNoMMfah' gallon maximum plastic or metal) weighing tional monument is Devil's fore the 1 st day of November. The world's first newspaper was probably Tting Pao, ELLEN L. JONES less than 50 pounds, per week for garbage/ Tower, 865 feet high, lo- a court journal published in China. It is said t0 bave 1990. trash pickup. cated in the Black Hills re- begun as early as the 500's and continued until i93b. SSN 288-48-9710 Spray Paints Betty R. Morlock gion of Wyoming. It became The PATTON PLAINTIFF Failure to comply with this a national monument in Deputy City Clerk Order will result in Judgment 1906. SI vs. by Default against said Defen- Cans feature the uni- The Lowdl Ledgor JRB AGENCY dant for relief demanded in the que FANSPRAY valve. Scrrial L—ill Art* fcaltn Smcc IfW GENERAL INSURANCE CLAUDE E. 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Ml 49331 Absolute Divorce. 897-9480 The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday, October 24, 1990 • Page 24 Sure The Lowell Ledger • Wednesday, October 24, 1990 - Page 25 oming Events
Signs QUA-KE-ZIK SPORTSMEN'S EVERY THIRD SATURDAY - tion call 897-4273. 897-9731 or Methodist Church. 84th and 5 Mile Rd. and Parnell Ave. 12 THURS., NOV. 8: Keenagers CLUB: meets every 2nd and 4th Men s Breakfast 8 a.m. at Lowell 897-5648. Alden Nash (M-50). Alto. Adults to 7 p.m. and Sunday. Nov. 4.9 will meet at 10 a.m. at Vergen- Tuesday at 8.-00 p.m. at the Club Assembly of God. 3050 Alden $6; children 6-12. $2 50 and a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafters. country nes Methodist Church for a tur- building at 11400 Foreman Nash, (just south of town). Spec- WED., OCT. 24: Flu shots avail- under 6 free. pantry, Christmas Fantasies. key dinner. Bring own service Road. Lowell. ial speaker and good food. For able from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to Meet Santa from 2 to 5 p.m. on and assigned dish to pass of Fall more info call 897-7047. 4 p.m. at the Lowell Township SAT, OCT. 27: The annual Holi- Saturday and from 12 to 3 p.m. Please note date change. EVERY 1ST WEDNESDAY - Hall, 2910 Alden Nash. Spon- day Bazaar in Clarksville is on Sunday Soup, sandwiches, LOWELL LIBRARY - HOURS! With November just Lowell Area Jaycees meet at sored by Kent County Health scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 beverages on both days. Old WED., NOV. 14: Snow United 7:30 p.m. New members wel- Open Mon 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 Department for healthy Kent p.m. Set up time is 9 a.m. Fee Fashioned Pancake Breakfast Methodist Church at 3189 Snow around Che comer signs of comed. Membership 21-39 p.m.; Wed.. 12:30 to 8:30 p.m. County Seniors age 65 and for the tables is $10 per table. Sunday until nooon. Avenue, will serve turkey and fall are all around us. At the years of age Leadership training and Fri. & Sat., 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. over. Voluntary donation of $3 Come and join the fun. Contact dressing dinner starting at 5:30 left are some of the hun- through community involvement to offset costs. Carol Stout|esdyk. 9336 SAT, NOV. 3: LCTK Community p.m Public invited 2ND AND 4TH MONDAY dreds of Canadian geese For location of meeting, please Clarksville Rd., Clarksville. Ml Ed. Arts and Crafts Bazaar 10 call 897-6186. NIGHTS: Men s Life Bible study WED., OCT. 24: Parents of Low- 48815 for more information or a.mto 3 p.m. in the beautiful STOP SMOKING - Here is a that have chosen Attwood group will meet at Calvary Chris- ell High School Seniors are in- call 868-6483 new Caledonia High School. plan that is 100% effective in 7 Corporation as a stopping EVERY 1ST & 3RD TUESDAY tian Reformed Church in the vited to the first general meeting Something for everyone, includ- days and it's free of charge. If off point on their way south - V F W. Post 8303 meets at the Narthex. All men in the commu- of the Senior Party Committee THURS., NOV. 1: Vergennes ing a quilt raffle For more infor- you have a desire to quit smok- nity are welcome. Call 897-6215 for the winter. The geese V F W. Clubroom. 307 E. Main to be held in Room A-1 at 7 p.m., Cooperative Club meets in mation. call Marge at 897-8434 ing call 897-6962 from 6:30 to St., Lowell at 8:00 p.m. or 897-7555 for more informa- at Lowell High School. Schneider Manor at 1 pjn. 9:30 a m and 9:30 to 10:30 p m. tion. find the well manicured Guest speaker: Suzanne Geha NOV. 6-13: Runciman River- This plan can be shared in the lawn, the Rat River and the SAT, OCT. 27: Open Installa- • WOOD TV on "Best of Both side Elementary School Annual privacy of your own home. absence of hunters (still in 2ND THURSDAY OF MONTH: tion of Officers of Cyclamen Worlds". Callers: get members Book Fair in the Runciman AH Lowell Area Senior Citizens the city limits) to their lik- Chapter No. 94 O.E.S. will be and guests reservations. Vis-' School All-Purpose Room. Notices in the Ledger s "Com- SECOND MONDAY OF EACH are invited to attend the Lowell held in the Lowell Masonic Tem- itors welcome. Hostesses: Judy Hours 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. except ing Events" are free of charge ing. Jack Frost paid his first ,tl) MONTH: The Lowell Area Community Ed Lunch and Learn ple at 8 p.m. Family and friends Anderson. Marsha Wilcox. Irma Wed. & Thurs.. Nov. 7 & 8. 9 to any non-profit organiza- visit to the area Tuesday Schools Board of Education at 12:15 p.m. given at the Lowell are invited. Richmond and sponsor is Jo a.m. to 9 p.m. Public welcome. tion in the Lowell, Ada, Alto, moming. A spider web meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Board High School. Cost of lunch is Willard. and Saranac area. We prefer of Education office located in the $1 85. (below) laced among the SAT, OCT. 27: Roast Beef Din- NOV. 7-10: Breton Village Mall's such notices to be kept brief Middle School. 12685 Foreman ner. All you can eat including NOV. 3 & 4: "Christmas in the 17th Annual Arts & Crafts Show and to be submitted by mail, EVERY WEDNESDAY - 1 p.m. weeds along the banks of the Road. homemade pies. 5 to 7:30 p.m. Country" at St. Patrick's, 4333 will be held from Wed., Nov. 7 but will accept notices by Rat River glistened in a Senior bowling for those over 55 at the Bowne Center United Parnell Ave., Ada. Ml. corner of thru Sunday. Nov. 10. phone at 897-9261. layer of frost before the EVERY MONDAY EVENING: at Rollaway Ltd.. Lanes. $1 per "Euchre" will be played at the game. moming sun melted Jack's V.F.W. Post 8303 at 7:30 p.m. a | Get This 4-Cell Vahw! * 1 Flashlight work. Admission is $1, prizes. Public EVERY WEDNESDAY: Awana welcome. from 7 lo 8:30 p.m. at Alton Bible Church. (Corner of Lincoln Lake !FREE! 3RD SAT. OF EACH MONTH - *) I and 3 Mile) Children ages 3 and V.F.W. Post No. 8303 in Lowell, up are welcome to join in on the 307 W. Main. Steak dinner, serv- scriptures learning, fun. fellow- ing 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Public in- ship and games. For more infor- vited. mation or to set-up transporta-
—Ny. NO 1040 k HEALTH •*r wn weewrt u»mnr«« Legal Notice NONC SENT B* UAH. • UftUT ONE PER CUSTOMER With mm* m dealer NOTICE OF at the Main Lobby of the Dr. Paul Gauthier MORTGAGE SALE Hall of Justice in the City & of Grand Rapids (that Or. Jim Lang WHEREAS, default has being the place of holding i I ! WHY WAIT FOR CHRISTMAS SALE been made in the terms Circuit Court in said and conditions of a certain County), of the premises Home Computer That mortgage made by Cathy described in said •Tandy®! Guarantees Success! L. Malone and Duane A. mortgage, or so much CONTROLLING YOUR CHOLESTEROL - PART ONE flOOQ RL| Malone, husband and thereof as may be neces- With Color wife. Mortgagors, to Ben- sary to pay the amount In the next couple of articles wc hope to clear up some •Monitor! chmark Mortgage Corpo- due. as aforesaid, on said contusion regarding cholesterol. Who should be checked? 4-Head Remote-Programming VCR ration, a Michigan corpo- mortgage with the interest Mv name is Dustin What is normal cholesterol? Why is an elevated cholesterol $ ration, Mortgagee, dated thereon at Eleven percent Johnson. I am four bad? What to do if your cholesterol is elevated? Rtg. Separate Ittms 899.90 Save 70 the 25th day of February, (11%) per annum and all Cholesterol is an essential substance that is necessary for 3299Reg5. 399.9 5 years old. I want to I > Includes OeskMate* Home A.D.. 1988, and recorded legal costs charges and many body functions. It is used by the body lo make certain Organizer software with 24 You get crystal-dear special effects and remote on-screen pro- send a message to my programs tor the home gramming. 179-ch. cable-compatible tuner. #16-521 in the Office of the Register expenses, including the at- hormones and steroids. Most of the cholesterol in our blood #25*1450/1043 of Deeds for the County of torney fee allowed by law, Dad, His name is is produced by the liver. When the cholesterol level in our Kent and State of Michi- and also any sums which Dwayne Johnson, He blood is too high, some of it is deposited along the walls Dot-Matrix Printer Dual-Cassette Stereo gan, on the 29th day of of our arteries, leading to a narrowing of the blood vessel. may be paid by the under- works for the U.S. Save *90 Cut *60 February, AD., 1988 in signed, necessary to pro- Army. This, in turn, can lead lo insufficient blood flow to essential Liber 2358 of Mortgages tect its interest in the prem- organs like the heart. If the blood vessels supplying the Six months ago he on Pages 1386-1389, and ises. heart muscle become loo narrow to supply adequate oxygen ilWMIM Reg. 179.95 The premises descibed in was sent to Korea. I * to the tissue, angina or a heart attack may occur. This is Reg. 359.95 WHEREAS, the amount said mortgage are as fol- know that is not a very For home or business. Tandy Turntable, AM/FM why elevated cholesterol is considered a risk factor. Other and IBM® modes. 126-28481 btereo. #13-12371 claimed to be due on said lows; good place to be right LEGAL SERVICES I > risk factors include smoking, obesity, diabetes, family his- mortgage as of the date of Properly situated in the now. For the past two tory of heart attack and high blood pressure. this notice is the sum of City of Wyoming, County months, he's been Elevated cholesterol occurs primarily due lo inherited ten- 20-Channel Action Scanner Deluxe Mobile CB Radio AM/FM Stereo Headset THIRTY-FOUR of Kent, State of Michi- r RICHARD J. HEATH dencies. but lack of exercise and obesity certainly play a working out in the Cut *50 45% Off THOUSAND FOUR gan, to wit: Affomey at Law role. A diet rich in saturated fals (the typical American diet HUNDRED SEVENTY- field. Dad says, that Get Your with lots of animal fals) can add to the problem. There are TWO AND 75/100 dollars Lot 128 and part of vac- makes for a long day. Rtg. 139.95 two basic types of fals - saturated and unsaturated. Saturated Reg. 119.95 ($34,472.75), for principal ated alley on the south I know I won't see him Halloween WELCOMES tats occur primarily in foods of animal origin and dairy Never drive "atone" Police, air, rail, again. Channel-9 On ihe go stereo en|oy- and interest and, side of Cooks Addition to for awhile, not even for products. Saturated fats are usually solid al room temperature more. #20-128 priority. 121-1518 ment. #12-125 the City of Grand Rapids, Costumes Ready! Mich as the fal in red rrteal. Unsaturated fals come primarily the holidays. HIS ASSOCIATION WITH Pocket Wordmaster «n I'mf.& WHEREAS, no suit or pro- according to the plat trom plant sources and they are usually liquid at room tem- Personal Mini-Fone He sends me lots of 25^ Off ceedings at law or in equity thereof as recorded in The Lowell Ledger Halloween I > perature. Com or safflower oil are examples of unsaturated Cut 25* have been instituted to re- liber 12 of plats, on page letters, as I do him. But ROBERT K. KENNETT •ats. Saturated fals tend lo increase blood cholesterol while cover the debt secured by 4. Costume Contest will take placed Attorney at Law Keyboard for Young Musicians I want to send him this unsaturated fals do not cause significant elevation. Rtg. 19.95 said mortgage or any part again this year on: Total cholesterol is only one part of the picture. Total Hangs up" on anvy flatfiat surfacsu e Electronic dictionary special one. because he Cut 25* 9Q95 Rtg. 39.95 or in included wall bracket and thesaurus thereof, and default having The redemption period COMBINING OVER 35 YEARS cholesterol is made up of different fractions that arc carried #42-4013 is to me. Wednesday, Oct. 31. Tone/pulse dialing. #43-500 #63-678! been made whereby the shall be 6 months from OF EXPERIENCE •n the blood stream by lipoproteins. Low density lipoproteins power of sale contained in the date of such sale, un- Any businesses that wish to join in IN FAMILY LAW PRACTICE 11 DL) is considered lo be the "bad" fraction - it is responsible Dear Daddy, ,0 said mortgage has be- less determined aban- on the fun by dressing up and r keeping cholesterol in the blood stream allowing depos- come operative. doned in accordance I want to tell you a being judged, should contact the 215 W. MAIN, P.O. BOX 212 iiion on the artery walls. High density lipoproteins (HDL) with 1948CL 600.3241a in how much I love you, Radie /haek LOWELL MICHIGAN 49331 i* termed the "good" fraction because it plays a role in DEALER NOW THEREFORE, by which case the redemp- and I miss you very Ledger office at 897-9261 ^•minating cholesterol from the blood stream, lessening the virtue of the power of sale tion period shall be 30 (616) 897-9480 much. before 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. t > 'isk of arthcrosderosis. Cardiovascular risk status can be contained in said mortgage days from the date of eliminated by determining the ratio of total cholesterol, LDL I pray that you will 30. This will allow us to put you Most Major Credit and pursuant to the statute such sale. Fax (616) 897-5818 '"ul HDL. 897-6656 Cards Welcome of the State of Michigan in be home soon and m the list of stops for the judges ( urrently the National Cholesterol Education Program rec- Get Ahead JIM er CHRIS HODGES, such case made and pro- Dated October 17,1990 God will keep you to make. •'mnends checking cholesterol in everyone by the age ol 2173 W. Main St. • Lowtll On Your Selection OWNERS In tht Ridgtvitw Moll vided, NOTICE IS safe. I love you. 1 i hrough years of research and review ol mortality data Christmas HEREBY GIVEN that on Benchmark Mortgage Daddy. lh^v have staledrecommendations a s follows: lowcif cthonics CUV Of Shopping I^JAOIO SNACK IOWCIL THURSDAY, the 29th day Corporation, Mortgagee total cholesterol less than 200 - desirable level Always, 30 EST!!! MAWOfIS of November, 1990, at Have Fun! lo M 21 Buddy ^l cholesterol 200-239 - borderline high 10:00 o'clock in the fore- Charles A. Forrest, Jr. u, Good Luck! ial cholesterol greater than 240 - high vy The earth is not perfectly noon, local time, said Attorney at Law Now that you know just ahout everything there is to know ^0. mortgage will be forec- 703 E. Court Street round. Distances measured The Renaissance painter through the poles are shor- t > ^ 'aiding the bio-chemistry of cholesterol, next ucck uc losed at a sale at public au- Flint, Ml 48503 Raphael painted more than ter than those at the discuss what can and should be done it your cholesieiol ction to the highest bidder Telephone (313) 238-4030 300 pictures of the Madonna. equator. > hiuh. The Lowdl Ledger • Wednesday. October 24, 1990 • Page 26 x • UWf .K .fabr^nbi'A' • Ibwo.l ^dT "Crafters Comers" offers The Lowell Ledger - Wednesday, October 24, 1990 - Page 27 customers handmade art at a GREAT PLJCTI TO BUY . SELL reasonable price TRADE OR REHT An the name would indi- tho Classifieds! other artists months." Johnson said. "We cate **Crafters Comers* is a "We wanted crafts that P^n on being open year- crafts store filled with home- were first: attractive and that round. At the end of six nude. handmade art. would help lo bring custom- months we will evaluate ihe S Personals BUSINESS 8 POP SALE s POP PENT S S WANTEDS "Gratters Comers' oozes ers back. Secondly, we situation." HELP with a country/Victorian wanted lo he able to offer Chapton adds that things S SERVICES S FOR SALE - 1966 theme that has a spattering of such items at a reasonable have gone pretty well and BINGO s mm 8 BABYSITTER WANTED c rc Chrysler Imperial LeBa- NEW UNFURNISHED modem art price. Chapton said. ^ y currently locusing on Responsible high Every Friday Night, 7:30 P.M. FOOD SERVICE OP- ron, good condition, - One and two bed- Sue Johnson, Caledonia. The start, as is the case establishing clientele. "I'm Lowell VFW Hall, DAVIS school girl or possible live- PORTUNITY - in one of loaded, power everything, room apartments. and Debb Chapton. with the majority of new encouraged because the cus- East Main St., Lowell in. Second shift. Refer- Kentwood. opened their businesses, has been slow, tomcrs who that have visited Early Bird Bingo at 6:45 P.M. ELECTRIC Lowell's finest corporate classic car, must see, Center Court Apart- 1 ences needed. 897-6344. crafty doors to Lowell on but has not been discouraging ^ slorc like the items we PUBLIC INVITED i Quality e Service settings. Experience pre- $1,200 or best offer. Call ments, North Center carr an C50 Sept. 22. Their store rcpre- to cither Chapton or Johnson. > ^ haxc commented i Dependability ! ferred, competitive wage. 897-6592 for more infor- St., Lowell. Across from sents the work of not only "Crafters Comers plans on on the reasonable prices,'she i RESIDENTIAL , Call 534-9655 Mon. thru mation. Vennen-Chrysler- sa s themselves, but of 35-40 being here longer than three y ' Debb Chapton, left, and Sue Johnson, right, display some of the crafts at 4tCrafters [ COMMERCIAL i Fri., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dodge. $420 - $480 per "Crafters Comers'' is lo- 1 LIGHT INDUSTRIAL 1 FOR SALE — 1988 Hor- month; $250 deposit. Comers." BINGO C46-51 cated at 109 W. Main inside Ph. 676-9574 net, radio controlled car. Heat, new appliances, S FOUNDS the Rivertown Mall next door Every Saturday Night ASSEMBLY - Caledonia Includes motor, bronze carport, decorator Legal Notices to Music Master. "Sue and I ship has worked out fine. ists on display, both Johnson all crafts fit in with our 7:00 P.M. SKATING SPECIALS - area, $5 per hour plus bushings, speed control, blinds. Call 897-0099 have been friends for years "When one of us begins to and Chapton say there is theme." Chapton says. FOUND - White rabbit panic, the other is able to room for more consignees. LOWELL MOOSE BINGO Saturday 10 years & under piece rate. Will train. Ex- extra body, rear wheels, day or night. STATE OF MICHIGAN Creditors of the deceased are and have always dabbled in %k 1320 E. Fulton with black markings. pick'em up," she says. "We definitely would like Crafters Comers" is open tires, misc. parts and Clltfn PROBATE COURT notified that all claims against ^ufts." Chapton suid, "She Earty Bird Bingo at 6:00 P.M. and parents. Sundays cellent $$$ for home- Found 2 miles south of to grow more.'' Johnson said. Monday through Saturday 10 gears, $60 or best offer. COUNTY OF KENT the estate will be forevef bar- approached me with the idea "We've been lucky so far - family rates $10 for four makers! First/Second Lowell, off Alden Nash. we haven't paniced at the All crafts must first be ap- a m: "nlil 5 P m- and Friday Call after 3 p.m. at 897- CLAIMS NOTICE red unless presented to the in- of a craft store. It was a tough with parent. Sat., Oct. 27 shift. 2 years work/no Call 897-7998. INDEPENDENT PROBATE same time." proved by Johnson and Chap- untl ^ m 5380. ROOMMATE WANTED - dependent personal repre- decision. I had a job that pro- Halloween Skate Party, fee. 241-6681. American C50 File No. 90-150,080 IE With the work of 35-40 art- ton. "Wc want to make sure A lady to move into a two sentative JANICE HAM- vided me with security and 7:30 to 10 p.m. Open bowl- Careers. P50 MOND do JOHN D. MITUS, was paying my rent, but a bedroom mobile home & NOTICE ing Thursday at 6 p.m. Call C49-51 FOUND - Murray Lake Estate of MELVIN VAN 410 Bridge St., NW, Grand person doesn't get ahead in Marine Cpl. Roy K. share expenses with a re- BUREN. DECEASED. SSN Rapids. Ml 49504, or to both Change of address for Rollaway Bowling & Skat- FOR SALE - Mary Greg- area. Yellow puppy. Call life unless its willing to take Wright, son of Richard H. sponsible man. Call 897- 386-10-7301 the independent personal rep- Diane Barrus Talcott. ing, 897-0001. NURSING ASSISTANTS and identify. 897-8093. chances.*' and Rosalyn M. Wright of ory crystal. Large 8336. resentative and the Kent In the Service Diane has accepted a C50 - Now you can begin your C50 TO ALL INTERESTED PER- The co-owners chose Low- Saranac. MI, recently com- position with a nationally pieces. 1 pr. cranberry C50 County Probate Court. Grand career at Lowell Medical SONS: Rapids. Michigan 49503. ell because they did not feel pleted the Non-Destructive known firm as a Systems 18" vases; 1 pr. blue 14" RAIMER'S ORCHARD - Care Center. Career Op- within 4 months of the date of there was anything like Inspection Technician course. Administrator of a Com- vases; 1 pr. cobalt 12" You pick Mutsu Apples, $7 Your interest in the estate may publication of this notice, "Crafters Comers" in the During the course, con- trasonks and radiography. His wife, Tanya, is the daugh- puterized Time System. portunities are available vases. If interested, be barred or affected by the community. "In Grand ducted with Marine Corps A 1982 graduate of Saranac ter of Ronald G. and Shirley bushel; $3.50 Vs bushel. for Certified and Non-Cer- following: Therefore, Diane and her reply to P.O. Box 73, SSALESS CARD OF Notice is further given that the Rapids there is so much corn- Detachment. Chanute Air High School, he joined the A. Weeks, also of Saranac. daughter, Larissa, have You pick from pallette tified Nursing Assistants. Lowell, Ml 49331 with estate will then be thereafter petition. I also believe in a force Base. 1L, Wright re- Marine Corps in July, 1982. boxes: Northern Spies, The decedent, whose last moved to Coldwater, Ml. Join our team and learn S.A.S.E. assigned and distributed to suburban-country communi- ceived instructions necessary Ida Reds and Red & Yel- S THANKS S known address was 2004 persons entitled to it. Diane would enjoy hear- the art and science of C48tfn ty. People appreciate this to perform aircraft mainte- low Delicious, $6 a bushel, Byron Center Avenue, SW, ing from her friends. Her nursing care. We offer an IONIA ANTIQUE & Wyoming. Michigan 49509. John D. Mitus (P31244) type of work more so than in nance and non-destructive in- address is: P.O. Box 614, $3 Vfe bushel. Open 9 a.m. excellent wage, insurance spections. COLLECTIBLE MAR- I WOULD LIKE TO EX- died June 16. 1987. Attorney-at-Law Grand Rapids, in Grand Coldwater, Ml 49036. to 6 p.m. weekdays, 10 benefits and pleasant LAND FOR SALE - 10 Rapids, people go to the mall The course includes train- KET - Sunday, Oct PRESS - my sincere 410 Bridge St., NW Mott rabbits ara nocturnal creatures, preferring to eat Diane is the daughter of a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. working environment. For acres on Flat River. An instrument dated 1-18-84 Grand Rapids. Ml 49504 first." Chapton said. ing on liquid penetrant, gase- 28, Ionia Fairgrounds, gratitude to the Lowell and play from dusk until dawn. During the day they rest Edward and Karolyn Bar- 2944 Pinkney Rd., 897- immediate consideration Beautiful building site, 2 has been admitted as the will 774-4001 Johnson, a 1975 graduate ous leak detection, ul- and sleep. South M-66, Ionia, Ml, Fire Department, Rescue rus of Lowell. 8270. miles north of Lowell. of the deceased. of Lowell, says the partner- and/or more information, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Ad- Team, Police Department C50 C50 949-3790 days. 868-7634 please apply in person or mission is $1.50. and State Fire Marshall call; Vilma Abbgy, RN evenings. 3 ROAST BEEF DINNER - Thousands of anti- Kalman. Also to the Lowell ADULT FOSTER CARE - CSOtfn All you can eat, including Staff Development, 350 ques and collectibles. 7-11 store, Gary and Beth, Has one room available homemade pies. Sat., N. Center Street, Lowell, Rsin or shine. my special friend, Sandy; W; for lady. Home is barrier- & Oct. 27,5 to 7 p.m. at the Ml 49331 (616)897-8473. MINIATURE POODLE P49-50 my family and many free for wheelchair per- » Bowne Center United E.O.E. PUPPIES-Male, 6 weeks friends, for their aid in my ra October 23rd thru October 27th son, also. Call 897-5523. Lowell Assembly's 3rd Annual Methodist Church, 84th & old. Call 897-9015. recent home fire. Many $ Alden Nash (M-50), Alto. C50tfn MOVING SALE - Old Tuesday Thru Saturday Only! C50 thanks. Adults $6; children 6-12 RN/LPN - Lowell Medical piano, tables, clothing, Care Center has positions Sincerely, tfi $2,50; under 6 free. K.C.'s CLEANING SER- horse equipment (& Women's Black Jeans Women's Tops, Women's • Pants, Skirts Roy Aitchison C50 available for professional FOR SALE - Water- horses), drapes, old Reg /J i\ Slacks & Skirt VICE - Homes and of- oCJv'Av nurses to join our health beds, 2 super singles, S29.95IO Rtg. fices. Dependable, reli- stereo, lots of miscellane- $42.00 , care team. Full and part- Haivesf ^~ S32.$40 able, reasonable rates. complete sets with ous, house plants, flower Jordacho Now... Now... time positions are availa- rails and drawers. $24.90 Now... BUSINESS Call Kim at 794-3797 or pots & potting soil. Fri. & THANK YOU - for your $19.90 ble on all shifts. We offer to $31.90 Cathy at 794-3905. Asking $65 each; also Sat., Oct. 26 & 27, 9 a.m. kindness and sympathy at E3 to $25.90 $25.90to $29,901 an excellent wage, insur- ft SERVICES S C50 2 children's 4-drawer to 5 p.m. 5125 68th St.. a time when it was greatly Men's Knit ance benefits and pleas- Shirts Men's dressers, $25 each. Caledonia, v* mile west of appreciated. Auortmj Cottars my Casual Slacks HANDYMAN-Will do odd ant working environment. Call 897-6695. M-37 and 1 mile south of The family of Modatr. 4 CoKx* MConon SMALL Rag $23 50 J4C Dock*' T,p. jobs. None too small. Will For immediate considera- C50 Now . Reg. $26.95 - $39.95 new Steelcase. Francis Porritt Reg toSUOO ELECTRICAL JOBS tion and/or more informa- Now. Now rake and haul leaves, fall C50 $19.90 I\1 C50 a* $19.90 • $31.90 i) $25.90 yardwork, etc. Call 897- New & Repair tion, please apply in per- to $29.90 * Prompt Service % 6164, leave message. son or call; Dian Mieren- GARAGE SALE - Lots of VAN HEUSEN C47-50 Licensed dorf RN/DON, 350 N. S POP PENIS misc. Some collectibles, Spacial Ouan Itr £AJ\t VAN HEUSEN TharmoaWlth \l Center Street, Lowell, Ml some clothing (no chil- Sport Shirts any Cartiartt \\ " "Dress Shirts" 897-9523 •Mlt Purchaw U 49331 (616) 897-8473. LOWELL I APART- dren's). Oct, 26 - 27,9 a.m. Rt»l23 t33 •mm. MM 1& "417" "Editions" CSOtfn Ruggadastha "Editions Fitted" Complete Formal E.O.E. MENTS - applications for to 5 p.m. 12444 E. 84th. Sunday Night - October 28th • at 6:00 p.m. $16.90 to $23.90 manwtiowaai $17.99 • $27.50 C49tfn 1 & 2 bedroom apart- Alto, V2 mile east of M-50. Dom't aris* a GREAT «vniaf of mmsk amd fma Wear Rental CASH! ments. 1 bedroom starts C50 € A Blm* Jean Harvest Celebration • Dreaa CaamaJ r~\. Thrtllln" Mid-Hi Women'$ "Fie* Sole' R $M 95 at $237, 2 bedrooms No tie* Pleaae! Dexter ^- - $59 95 Ore$s Fisti For single family, S POP SALE $279. Many extras. Equal Special musical guest Dawn Jones and Deb Yonkers in concert SewiElWwhwwFdrlSaiS WEDDINGS OR GARAGE SALE - Thurs- Oik E wy
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PLA-CS; LOW^LL MIDDLE SG^OOL I The Lowell Family Celebration: Enhancing a Healthy Home, is a series of workshops offered to the Lowell Area Community. The purpose of the Celeb- FAMILY CELEBRATION SCHEDULE ration is to explore issues related to children and healthy family life. 8:00-8:30 Registration and Coffee 8:30-9:30 Session I WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS; 9:40-10:40 Session II Please select any three workshops 3. "COMBINING FAMILIES: BLENDING NOT SHAKING" 10:50-11:50 Session III Presenter: Robert Shaffer. Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist Ad- 1. ADULT CHILDREN OF DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES junct Assistant Professor ot Pediatrics, MSU. DESCRIPTION: 12:00-12:30 Informal Question/ Presenter: Bonnie Rosely M.S.W.. Private Practice. The Center We will look at the dynamics of step families with emphasis on Answer with speakers For Family Recovery DESCRIPTION: This presentation focuses the potential pressures and strategies to alleviate the problems • > on the dynamics of the family attitude can be handed down from Target audience; adults and teens. one generation to another Target audience: adults and teens ACQUAINTANCE RAPE AND SELF PROTECTION SUG- 4. ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDERS (ADD) GESTIONS. Target audience; teens. USE. ABUSE OR DEPENDENCY ON ALCOHOL AND Presenter: James Benthem, PH.D. DESCRIPTION; Attention DRUGS? DESCRIPTION: This presentation explains the differ- Deficit disorder (ADD) is a condition where inattention, dlstrac- 13. "Aa STRESSED UP AND NO PLACE TO GO - A WORK- ence between social use, an abusive pattern, and chemical de- tibillty and impulsivity interfere with ones ability to compete so- SHOP FOR TEENS". Presenter Joanne Rozeman, RN. BSN, pendency Target audience: adults and teens cially and academically This presentation is designed to help Pine Rest Life Enrichment Center. DESCRIPTION; This ses- recognize the condition. Causes of ADD and ways of coping with sion. especially for teens, will discuss some of the causes of teen 2. "MOM. YOU'RE NOT LISTENING TO ME?,, it will also be introduced. Target audience; adults stress and how to recognize signs of too much stress in oneself. We will also explore ways to gain confidence in our ability to Presenter: Sue Clay. Counselor. EGR Middle School 44 DESCRIPTION: Being heard by parents is often hard work re- 5. ADOLESCENCE: MYSTERIOUS. YET PREDICTABLE" handle stress In a positive way Target audience: teens Presenter: Randall Johnson. M.A., Psychologist. Coordinator. quinng some specific communication skills In this session we "TEENS AND STRESS - A WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS". will identify and practice some of the skills which help avoid Holland Clinic. DESCRIPTION; This seminar is designed to give a definition of adolescence and describe for teens and par DESCRIPTION: Teens today are faced with many positive and miscommunkration and help develop understanding and respect. negative stresses. This workshop will focus on how we as parents Target audience teens ents what is happening during this crucial and fascinating time of life There will also be principles indentified that are important can identify the stresses our teens face, positive ways we can "WHY WON T MY TEEN LISTEN TO ME?" for parents to follow in order to respond to their adolescents help our teens cope with stress while enhancing their self-estreem DESCRIPTION As parents we have a strong desire to be avail- successfully and positively. Both teens and parents would benefit Target audience; adults. able as good listeners in support of our teens as they grow up, from this information. Target audience adults and teens. 14. ARE YOU AN ASKABLE PARENT? TALKING WITH YOUR but we may lack some of the skills which form the foundation CHILDREN REGARDING SEXUALITY) Presenter: Maureen for healthy communication, being a good listener In this session 6. "SPORTS NUTRITION". Presenter: Roxanne DeWeerd. Consultant. DESCRIPTION Diet affects performance This ses- Murphy. Community Educator. DESCRIPTION: Presentation we will look at roadblocks to communication and pratice good will be made by the "TAKING CHARGE TEEN THEATRE". listening skills Target audience: adults sion will review the diet requirements of the athlete and explain how food affects performance. Pre-game meals will be em- Target audience; adults. phasized. Target audience; adults and teens. 15. HOW TO AVOID PERSONAL ASSAULT. Presenter: "WELLNESS". DESCRIPTION; This session will describe how Susan Beckman. Regional Director, Citizens Against Crime. physical fitness contributes to overall wellness. The physiological DESCRIPTION; A fun, fast paced program on how to avoid benefits of exercise will be discussed Target audience: adults becoming a victim of crime. We discuss; what to do around your and teens car. In parking lots, on the highway If your car breaks down, how to run and scream effectively, what to do If you are mugged, LOWELL FAMILY FESTIVAL 7. ADOLESCENT SUBSTANCE ABUSE. Presenter: Anne six ways to avoid a rape If you are chosen as a victim and If you Ragittratlon Form (y Roseberg-King. Communications Specialist; Glenbeigh decide on a weapon, what are the two best and how to use DESCRIPTION; What every parent needs to know - Signs and them. •Teens are only allowed at this program If a parent accom- (Please use one registration form for each person attending) Symptoms - Communication Skills - Communication Power. panies them, due to die section of rape. Target audience; adults Target audience, adults and teens (together). Registration for the Celebration will assure a place in the YES TO LIFE MEANS NO TO DRUGS. DESCRIPTION; The 16. EATING DISORDERS. Presenter: Liz Ruehrdanz, DietMon. workshop of your choice A S2 00 donation per family is re- importance of feelings - How to control and understand your DESCRIPTION; What are eating disorders and how are they quested Please complete and return the registration form by feelings What individual feelings really mean Target audience most effectively treated. Target audience; adults and teens. October 31, 1990 adults and teens (Babysitting will be provided in the Middle School Gym, by High School Teens Involved Students.) 8. HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH DEATH AND LOSS. Presenter: Joal Bydalek, Total Life Counseling Program Coor- dinator. DESCRIPTION; A practical seminar on the skills and NAME. information needed to help children cope with death or other important losses in life (such as divorce, moving, loss of a friend, ADDRESS. etc.). Target audience; adults. COPING WITH DEATH AND LOSS. DESCRIPTION; See CITY ZIP above Target audience teens 9. LEARNING DISABILITIES. Presenter: Dr. Jim Grant, Grand PHONE Valley State University. DESCRIPTION; The purpose of this program will be to provide the audience with an understanding CHECK ONE: ADULT STUDENTS of the term "learning disabilities" and its effects on a child's progress in school. In addition, this presentation will provide the audience with some suggestions for managing their learning dis- WORKSHOP CHOICES. Workshops will run concurrently. You abled child at home. Target audience: adults. may choose three workshops. Please place the number and 10. "PARENTING IN THE AGE OF AIDS". Presenter: Michelle name of your workshop choices on the lines below; Johnson. AIDS Educator. Kent County Health Department. DESCRIPTION. Age-appropriate information for pre-schoolers through adolescence. Target audience: parents and children. First Workshop: "WHAT IF MY BEST FRIEND GOT AIDS?" DESCRIPTION Second Workshop: A workshop for adolescents to explore the myths, facts, fears and hopes surrounding AIDS. Target audience teens. Third Workshop: 11. NUTRITION FOR THE 90 S • EATING FOR GOOD 3$ HEALTH. Presenter: Cheryl Doylt, Nutritionist. DESCRIP- Do you need babysitting? TION Everyone is talking about nutrition these days. But what m are the really important nutrition issues to be concerned about? Learn how you can reduce your chances of developing serious • (yes) (no) (ages) health problems - especially coronary artery disease and certain Please mad this registration form to. types of cancer - by wise nutrition practices. Target audience: • adults and teens Sue Burt 12. PREVENTION OF CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE. Presenter: Edna 700 Elizabeth St. Martin, Assessment/Referral Counselor YWCA Child Sexual Bushnell Elementary Abuse Treatment Center. DESCRIPTION: This presentation Lowell. Ml 49331 will include the "NO GO TELL" skills, behavior indicators, and hints for parents to build self-esteem in children. Target audience: adults