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www.citizenandj g Proud he areas since 1881 www.lyndasrealestateservice.com iMkmmmiim Members of the Boyne Boyne City bands per City High School at Walt Disney World band wait in the LAKE BUENA thousands that lined the have performed at the re- Florida VISTA— The Boyne City streets of the Magic King- sort since its opening. The sunshine High School marching dom, waiting for the pa- program has expanded just prior to band members strutted rade, were surprised to since that time, and perfor- the start of their stuff down Main hear the announcement of mance opportunities are the Disney Street, U.S.A. at the Walt the band. Several guests open to bands, orchestras, Dreams Disney World Resort in had lined up for the parade choirs, drill teams, dance Come True Jan. 29. The band traveled up to an hour in advance. ensembles and other per- parade. The to take part in Disney The Boyne City High forming groups. band Magic Music Days and School Jazz Band became Groups come from performed perform for an interna- stars of their own Disney throughout the world to for an tional audience of park show when they took the perform, learn and com- interna- guests. stage at Cosmic Ray's pete at all four theme tional The group performed Starlight Cafe, located in- parks. audience of prior to the "Disney side of Magic Kingdom. For information visit guests at Dreams Come True" pa- High school and middle ww\vJ3isreytefoimingAits.OTrn the park. or call 1-800-603-0552. Blazers rade. The school marching bands Courtesy photo The Boyne City boys varsity basketba!! team out Community scored Kalkaska EJ to review iness 50-48 in a Lake enrichment Michigan Confer- ence victory at marina plans classes Boyne City on firm. The firm has com- Friday, Feb. 9. See BY B. J. HETLER pleted several marina accepting page 8. CONTRIBUTING WRITER projects in northern Michi- EAST JORDAN — The gan, Cannon said Friday. enrollments city plans to make major re- The estimated $1.3 mil- EAST JORDAN — East pairs and improvements to lion marina renovation Jordan Public Schools an- the public marina and com- would include 30 additional nounces their winter com- missioners will soon have a slips, up from the current 67 munity enrichment class first look at ideas. slips. One dock would be schedule for adults and chil- designed to accommodate a A draft of drawings and dren. To register for any 75-foot boat. The present preliminary plans will be classes, contact Debbie marina's longest dock fits a presented to commissioners Harm at the East Jordan 60-foot boat. Shoppers' at their Tuesday, Feb. 20 High School office, 231- docks wouldJbfeiRcreasedto meeting at City Hall. 536-2259, or PO Box 399, make room for approxi- Harbormaster and parks East Jordan, 49727. director, Tom Cannon, will mately 15 boats, up from conduct a presentation with four. Adult Classes information provided The seasonal waiting list Beginning Ballroom largely by Gourdie Fraser, a for docking showed 10 Dance for singles or Traverse City engineering See MARINA, page 2 couples. This class will place a greater emphasis on swing (east coast) but also The kindergarten Energy assistance teach the basic steps to the and first grade salsa, rumba, and waltz. classes celebrated program helps families This is a great opportunity the 1OOth day of CHARLEVOIX heating bills. to have a date night or just school at Boyne COUNTY — Families who "Often times the rural get out with your friends for City Elementary. are at risk for having their poor are overlooked on en- some fun, casual dance les- See page 14. power shut off this winter ergy use issues," says sons. All experience levels may be eligible to receive MPGA president David are welcome. Bring your government assistance to Long. "In fact, they are dancing shoes. Instructors: help to pay for winter en- more at risk because of their Jeannine Sladick and Dan ergy costs. The Michigan geographic isolation. The Gorno. To hold this class Propane Gas Association MPGA stands behind there must be a minimum of has made a concerted effort LIHEAP, ready to assist 10 people or five couples. WEDNESDAY, FEB. 14 to facilitate strategies to help these families and ensure Dates: Wednesdays, Hi: 14 Lo: 7 low-income propane fami- they don3t get left out in the March 14 - April 25 (skip- CONDITION: SNOW SHOWERS lies. One option is the Low cold." ping April 4) THURSDAY, FEB. 15 Income Home Energy As- The MPGA encourages Time: 8 to 9 p.m. Hi: 17 Lo: 18 sistance Protection, which is low-income families to ap- Fee: $35 per person or CONDITION: SNOW SHOWERS federal money given to each ply for the Federal Home Photo by Vic Ruggles $70 a couple state to assist families who Heating Tax Credit through Boyne Falls Homecoming King and Queen, Andy Reynolds and Glynne Location: Elementary FRIDAY, FEB. 16 may not be able to pay their Hi: 24 Lo: 17 See ENERGY, page 2 Sundan5 moments after being crowned on Friday night. School small gym CONDITION: SNOW SHOWERS/WIND Selling Books on SATURDAY, FEB. 17 Amazon.com — This class Hi: 27 Lo: 18 CONDITION: SNOW SHOWER offers an in-depth look at selling used textbooks, ref- SUNDAY, FEB. 18 PETOSKEY — Hospice rectors meeting. erence books or fiction Hi: 23 Lo: 15 of Little Traverse Bay has "The total cost estimate books on Amazon.com. CONDITION: FEW SNOW SHOWERS announced it has reached its for the project, including Learn how to create an ac- MONDAY, FEB. 19 capital campaign goal, rais- construction and equipment, count, how to list books, and Hi: 35 Lo: 27 ing $3.6 million toward con- is $3.8 million," said the selling process including CONDITION: CLOUDY struction of a seven-bed- HOLTB Executive Director fees and shipping through TUESDAY, FEB. 20 room hospice residence and Lisa Ashley. "We are still this Web site. The second Hi: 34 Lo: 26 community grief and loss awaiting one final, major class will follow-up with CONDITION: PARTLY CIOUDY center. gift that will put us over the your progress, answer any "As of Dec. 31, we have top and provide the funds questions and talk about WEDNESDAY, FEB. 21 managing your seller ac- Hi: 35 Lo: 23 raised $3.6 million, which necessary for construction CONDITION: MOSTLY CLOUDY will allow us to begin con- in addition to the equipment. count. struction of Hiiand Cottage It has been a long journey, Instructor: Stacey INSIDE this spring," said campaign but thanks to the generous Hamilton chair Roger Lintz.. support of our community Dates: Thursdays, Feb. 22 THIS ISSUE Year-end campaign con- and many friends, we are on and March 1 tributions from three area our way home." Time: 6 to 7 p.m. organizations helped put While HOLTB awaits that Fee: $15 Court Report 2 HOLTB at the top. Grants final gift, construction docu- Location: High School Happenings 6 from the Charlevoix County ments have been submitted BMT lab room 29 Obituaries 7 Community Foundation to the state of Michigan for An artist's conception of the Cottage, which will now be built after Opinion 4 ($5,000), the Petoskey-Har- final review and approval. the Hospice of Little Traverse announced their goal was reached. Introduction to Pilates Sports 8-9 bor Springs Area Commu- Construction will begin — This exercise proram is nity Foundation ($9,000) on Hiiand Cottage follow- 18,000-square-foot, two- and volunteers. children's play room, a designed for those who Copyright 2007 Up North Publications, Inc. and the Northern Michigan ing receipt of state approval. story building will house all The second floor will beauty shop, a library and an want to try Pilates but also All Rights Reserved Hospital Auxiliary Named for long-time hos- hospice operations on the have seven patient bed- office for nursing staff. challenge more experienced Find The Citizen-Journal online at: ($50,000) were presented at pice advocate and board first floor, including admin- rooms, a kitchen, a medita- Hiiand Cottage will be exercisers. Pilates works the www.citiz.enandjoumal.com the December board of di- member Hiiand Hall, the istration, counseling staff tion room, a family/ See HOSPICE, page 2 See CLASSES page 2 PAGE 2 WVWUCITIZENANDJ0URNAL.COM THE CITIZEN-JOURNAL • February 14, 2007 Classes Continued from 1 ent of a pre-teen? Are you Fee: $30 Time: 3:15 to 4:15: p.m. body from the inside out to create balance, ease of concerned about "what is yet to come?" Join us Location: Elementary Media Center Fee: $30 motion, strength. Flexibility, and a strong physical in this free workshop for Location: Elementary School computer lab core (backs and abdominals). Wear loose, comfort- parents of 4th to 8th graders to better equip you Swim Lessons — Don't forget to call the com- able clothing, no shoes are worn. An exercise pad to survive the teen years. munity pool at 231-536-2250 to find out dates and Pin Hole Photography from a Paint Can — or sticky mat is recommended. If you have health Instructors: Gena Cross and Kevin King, licensed times for swim lessons. New sessions begin every Geared for middle school students, this course is issues or back problems, consult with your dottor professional counselors. four weeks. loaded with unusual ways to capture photographic before starting this exercise program. Dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 21, March 14, March images by using items from around your home. Stu^- Instructor: Gena Cross 28, April 11 Babysitter Training — This course is ideal for dents will make their own camera by using a paint Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Feb.