FREE but we take donations Presorted Standard US Postage Paid Permit No. 81 Cedar Springs, MI The SHOWCASING CEDAR SPRINGS & Reaching around the world ~ www.cedarspringspost.com Vol. XXXI No. 20 PThursday, May 17, 2018 STServing Northern Kent County and parts of Newaygo and Montcalm Counties INSIDE THIS ISSUE Three hurt in Ensley crash Library celebrates A rollover crash in Ensley Township sent three people to the hospital Sunday afternoon. The crash occurred around 5 p.m. Sunday, May 13, at the cor- ner of 104 Street and Cypress Av- enue. A jeep headed west on 104th re- NEWS - page 2 portedly ran the stop sign and a southbound pickup truck, causing Out of the Attic it to roll. One of the drivers was ejected and suffered a head injury. Both that driver and the other driver were transported to the hospital in critical condition. A passenger in one of the vehicles was also sent to the hospital. The crash is still under investi- NEWS - page 3 gation. This crash in Ensley Township sent three people to the hospital. Photo from woodtv.com. National Poppy Day

Culver’sBy Judy Reed to open in July Come mid-July, residents leaves happy,’” he said. in Cedar Springs (and those (Watch for their help wanted traveling US-131) will have ad in next week's issue). another restaurant to choose The Post asked Goldsmith from. Culver’s, a restaurant what drew him to Cedar A & E - pages 6-7 chain famous for their butter Springs. “Cedar Springs burgers and frozen custard, is a community that has a WAAAM wrestlers is building a new restaurant culture that believes in the near the southeast corner of same values Culver’s does. 17 Mile and White Creek, Service, family and a com- behind the gas station, and mitment to doing things the across the street from Big right way. Culver›s and agri- Boy. culture go hand in hand and According to owner Tom strong groups like the FFA Goldsmith, they plan to have make us very excited to join a crew of 60 team members. the Cedar Springs communi- SPORTS - page 8 “We will have a diverse team ty,” he explained. of full and part time, friendly Goldsmith said they are Sign of summer and energetic people ready shooting for a mid-July to help deliver the Culver’s opening. Post photo by L. Allen. mission statement of ‘Every For more business news, guest who chooses Culver’s see page 11. Construction on the new Culver’s on White Creek Avenue is moving right along. Library hosts get ready party for Best Prom Ever By Judy Reed the prom. The girls could get ford, I had to rent one for $300. their hair, makeup, and nails This gave us more money to OUTDOORS - page 9 Several years ago, Laura done, thanks to volunteers from work with to buy things for the Ensley’s nephew wanted to Panopoulos Salons and Mary girls,” she said. Charter community go to prom. But the school he Kay. People also donated dress- The event also included free attended for students with dis- es and shoes for those that need- limo rides, free food, music and abilities didn’t have one. So ed them. photos later that night at the when she heard about the “Best “I think it’s great that the li- prom, held from 5 p.m. to 10 Prom Ever,” put on annually brary allowed us to rent the p.m. at Sparta High School. It by the mildly cognitive im- room for free to do this,” said was the 13th year for the event. pairment classroom of Renne Ensley. “When I did it in Rock- Wyman at Sparta High School, she decided she wanted to get involved. CTA - page 10 That was six years ago. And she has been helping ever since. Lilies for summer Best Prom Ever is a dinner dance event for adults and high school-aged teens with disabil- ities. The event is 100 percent free to guests, and is attended by 800-1,000 guests each year. Ensley reserved the commu- nity room at the Cedar Springs Library last Saturday afternoon, DIGGIN' SPRING - page 15 May 12, to help get the teen girls and adults get ready for Page 2 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, May 17, 2018 Library celebrates one-year anniversary

The Cedar Springs Library one year after opening. Post photo by J. Reed. The patio off of the library community room. Post photo by J. Reed. By Judy Reed

The new Cedar Springs Public Library just celebrated How a single lightning strike can claim one year of being in their new building, and what a year it’s been! The library, which is designed to resemble a train depot, many lives is a star attraction in the heart of Cedar Springs. The new From AccuWeather building is beautiful, spacious, modern, and comfortable. And it sits right in the forefront of a parcel containing lush AccuWeather reports a lightning strike killed at least 16 green grass, a flowing well, a decorative sculpture, a foot people and injured approximately 140 others in Rwanda bridge, and Cedar Creek rushing by. on Saturday, March 10. The bolt struck the Seventh Day The new 10,016 square-foot building was built with do- Adventist church in the country’s south, said a provincial nated funds, products, and services from the community governor. and local businesses. The additional 8,000 square feet has Cases in which lightning causes multiple fatalities can allowed for much greater areas for reading, special events, occur when lightning either strikes the ground or an object and small group gatherings. on the ground, such as a tree. The energy from that light- Last summer the library was able to hold many of their ning strike radiates outward along the ground. summer reading programs on site, both indoors and out- Therefore, anyone in the immediate vicinity of that side, something they had a hard time doing before. lightning strike may be killed or injured by the lightning, As a matter of fact, the number of people registering for according to National Weather Service (NWS) Lightning library cards, and those visiting, has doubled, and in some Safety Specialist John Jensenius. cases tripled. From April 2016 to April 2017, the library is- “It’s not all that frequent in the United States. However, sued 337 library cards; from April 2017 to April 2018, they in Africa, it’s actually quite common because many areas issued 956! During the summer reading program months don’t have adequate protection,” Jensenius said. of June and July, the old library had 5,469 patrons visit in Lightning strikes are frequent across Rwanda. The coun- 2016, but had 15,356 in 2017! try’s police record a number of human and livestock deaths The new library includes separate areas for children, each year. teens, and adults; 12 computer stations that are consistently The number of fatalities in the recent Rwanda incident being used by kids after school, as well as teens and adults; was unusual but not unprecedented, according to Jensenius. four stations for children’s computers; a cozy reading or In June 2011, a lightning strike killed 19 children at a meeting area with fireplace and chairs; three small group school in Uganda, according to Mail & Guardian. rooms for tutoring or studying, which has also been con- “Children were on a dirt floor and the lightning spread stantly in use; and a classroom with white board and screen. across the floor. It killed a number of children and also the Another draw has been the community room, which teacher,” Jensenius said. holds up to 75 people with the tables and chairs, and 100 In the U.S., events of this nature are less common be- LIBRARY - continues on page 16 STRIKE - continues on page 16 121 W Washington St. | Greenville Corner of M-57 & M-91 DOWNTOWN GREENVILLE 616-754-7195 Car Rentals • Van Rentals • Full Repair Facility 1-800-557-7171 2002 DODGE STRATUS SE 2005 CHEVY TAHOE LT 2012 KIA OPTIMA EX V-6, PWR PLUS 4X4, 5.3L V-8, 88K, HTD & MOON, PWR 8-PASSENGER, COOLED SEAT, LOADED, TOW PKG, RUST- LEATHER, PWR ALLOYS, CLEAN FREE ARIZONA MOON, EXTRA LOCAL TRADE VEHICLE SHARP, LOADED! $3,495 $8,995 $10,995 Craft Beer, Wines, Sodas & Great Food 2008 TOYOTA 4RUNNER SR5 2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2016 NISSAN SENTRA Brauhaus 4X4, 4.0L V-6, NAVIGATION, SXT 21K MILES, PWR MOON, PWR SLIDERS AUTO, CRUISE, NAVIGATION, & LIFTGATE, FACTORY & LEATHER, PWR SEAT, WARRANTY, LOCAL TRADE! REMOTE START 37 MPG! Restaurant NICE CAR $10,995 $11,995 $11,995 • German Tradition • Crafted in Michigan 2014 FORD E150 VAN 2014 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT 2011 MAZDA MIATA HARDTOP 8-PASSENGER, 51K MILES, TITANIUM ONLY 1,100 GT CONVERTIBLE The Encyclopedia 5.4L V-8, REAR 7-PASSENGER, MILES! 1-OWNER AIR, CRUISE, HEATED LEATHER, ARIZONA CAR! Britannica was once PL’S & PW’S, PWR SEAT, AUTO, EXTRA XLT PKG NICE VAN! SHARP! banned in Texas.

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CallP 616.696.3655 ST Call Mary at 5,000 616.696.3655 Printed Copies advertiser per week! supported! or email: classifieds@ 100% cedarspringspost.com Shop LOCAL • Shop The POST Page 4 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, May 17, 2018 Church Connection spiritual notes • announcements • memories A PERFECT STORM One of my favorite gospel songs is “Turn Your Eyes upon Jesus.” I remember singing this song as a small child in church services. As a young person growing up in church, I From the Pulpit remember hearing over and over again the Bible story of a man who took his eyes off Jesus and nearly drowned. Do you know this song? Is it one of your favorites? Do you remember the words to the chorus? “Turn your eyes upon Jesus, Look full in His wonderful face, And the things of earth will grow strangely dim, In the light of His glory and grace.” According to these words, it isn’t until we “look full” into Jesus’ face that we will look away from earthly things. I believe to “look full” is to give our complete attention to Jesus. It is to see Him and only Him alone through the Bi- ble. The earthly things that appear to offer us so much sat- isfaction or security will be seen as shallow and superficial compared to the eternal reward of seeing Jesus. One of my favorite stories of Jesus is when he directed his disciples to cross over to the town of Bethsaida while he went up on the mountain to pray. It was there, alone on the mountain, that Jesus noticed the disciples’ struggle out Pastor Robert P. Smith on the water. The Bible says, “the wind was against them.” FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH The human tendency during difficulty is to imagine the 233 Main St, Cedar Springs face of God with blind eyes, but the Bible teaches the op- posite. God sees. God knows. God cares. God acts. True followers of Christ are special objects of His sovereign care and compassion. We’ll know his care when we cast our concerns on him. The very waves that the disciples feared became the way he entered into their struggle. Jesus said, “Do not be Church afraid.” And when he got into their boat, the wind ceased. When “the wind is against you” do you know that he is with you? If we are not going to be beaten down by the storm Directory we must believe in the One who can calm it. Remember his Sunday School 9:30am promise, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Sunday Morning Worship 10:45am Rockford Springs Community Church Storms will come. Who do you see in them? Pastor David Vander Meer Sunday Evening Worship 6pm “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus,” Helen H. Lemmel, Sing- Awana Wednesdays 6:30pm 5815 14-Mile Rd. (3 miles east of 131) • 696-3656 (Sept. - March) www.rockfordsprings.org spiration Adult Bible Study Wednesdays 7:00pm Sunday WorShip 233 S. Main Street • 616-696-1630 • www.csfbc.com 9:30am • 5:00pm

H I L L C R E S T Community Church of God TO KNOW CHRIST AND MAKE HIM KNOWN SAND LAKE The hardest secret 5994 18 Mile Rd, Cedar Springs, MI 49319 616-696-9333 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Senior Pastor Kristi J. Rhodes 65 W. Maple St. • Sand Lake • 616-636-5673 for a man to keep Worship: Sunday 10:00 am Rev. Darryl Miller • Worship Service 9:30 am Nursery & Children’s Church during message *Youth - Sunday 11:30 am-12:30 pm *Tuesday - Celebrate Recovery 6:30-8:30 pm HaLL RentaL $75.00 (no alcohol) ~ *Wednesday - Kidzone & Grief Share 6-7:30 pm *Thursday - Open Prayer 6-7:30 pm Call Barb Gould 616-636-5615 is his opinion of himself. Sunday Worship 9:45 AM ChurCh of the fuLL GospeL Christian Education Hour 11:15 AM (since 1946) Non-Denominational • pentecostal Grace Family Bible Hour 6:00 PM 180 E. Lake St. Sand Lake (1 block E. of Traffic Light) 12786 Algoma Ave Word of Life Clubs: Wed. 6:30 PM Cedar Springs Sunday School .....10am / Sunday Morning .....11am www.MBC-Cedar.com Adult Bible Study and Prayer Sunday Night ..... 6pm 696-3560 Wednesdays 6:30 PM pastor Gary Giddings (616) 799-0331 Mary Queen of Apostles Church Do you know that Saturday is the Sabbath? Roman Catholic Faith Community To learn more about For I say, through the grace given unto One W. Maple, Sand Lake | 636-5671 The Church of God the Sabbath and the Fellowship Group of Michigan me, to every man that is among you, Mass Times: Saturdays at 5:30 pm • Sundays at 7:30 am & 9:30 am truth of the bible visit Sacrament of Reconciliation: Mondays at 6:00 pm Pastor Bruce Chapman www.cogfgomi.org not to think of himself more highly Father Lam T. Le | [email protected] 616.636.9209 than he ought to think; but to think so- Solon Center Wesleyan Church Courtland-oakfield united Methodist ChurCh berly, according as God hath dealt to  Worship 11 a.m. Senior Pastor, Rev. Chadrick Brown 10295 Myers Lake Ave.-1.5 Miles South of 14 Mile Rd. 22 Mile Road N. to Sand Lake  every man the measure of faith.  Pastor: Rev. Kim DeLong 866-4298 ServiceSolon TimeCent: e10r am   Solon Center Wesleyan Church  coumc.weebly.com Romans 12:3 19 Mile Road www.scwchurch.org Cedar Springs  Wesleyan Church M-46  org sunday Worship : 11 aM solonc616-696-3229enterwesleyanchurch.org  Algoma Ave. US-131 S. to G.R. enhanced fitness: 10 a.m. M/W/f Pasto15671r Dou Algomag DiBell Ave., Cedar Springs Just N. of 19 Mile Rd. From God’s Little Instruction Book- Honor Books PastorSummer Doug Worship DiBell - 10AM &  SeniorPastor To mPastorHollow aTomy, Mu sHollowayic/Youth June-August 15671St.Algoma AJohnve., Cedar Spr inPaulgs Just N. of 1II9 Mile RParishd. 616-696-3229 Cedar Springs Christian Church A Welcoming Catholic Church 340 W. pine St. pastor ryan Black: SerMonS online SundayS: on CTA property* 3110 17 Mile Road | Cedar Springs, MI | 696-3904 non-denominational 10:30 a.M. Cedar Springs Bliss-Witters & Pike Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00pm • Sunday Mass: 8:30am, 10:30am & 5:00pm MondayS: 616.696.1180 Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home is family owned and *NOT affiliated with Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays at 3:00 pm & Sundays at 4:00 pm open prayer Creative Technologies operated by Kevin and Janet Pike. Our barrier free chapel jp2-mqa.org | Father Lam T. Le | [email protected] www.cedarspringschristianchurch.org 7-8 pM Academy (CTA) is located one-half mile south of downtown on Northland Drive. We are available to serve you 24 hours a day, 7 days Cedar Springs Cedar Springs United United Methodist Methodist Church Church a week. PILGRIM BIBLE CHURCH & ACADEMY 140 S.140 Main S. St., Main PO St., Box PO K, CedarBox K Springs , Cedar Springs West Pine Street • 696-1021• Rev. Mike Shiery 616-696-1140616-696-1140 • www.cedarspringsumc.org  www.cedarspringsumc.org Email: Email: [email protected] [email protected] Sunday School 9:45 Pastor Bill Johnson WoRShIP 10:45 aM and 6:00 P.M. Sunday Worship Service: 10:15 a.m.Pastor • Coffee Jane Fellowship: Duffey 11:15 a.m. Sunday WorshipSupervised Service: Nursery 10:15 Care a.m. Provided  Coffee Fellowship: 11:15 a.m. MIdWeek SeRvIce • WedneSday 7:00 P.M. Wednesdays: Food & Faith: 6:00pmSupervised dinner, 6:20-7:00pm Nursery Care Christian Provided Education Wednesdays: Food & Faith: 6:00pm dinner, 6:20-7:00pm Christian Education

EastEast Nelson Nelson Church Church “Where “Where You Youare Loved”are Loved” Pioneer Christian Reformed Church 9024—902418 —Mile18 Rd.Mile NE Rd. NE Cedar Springs MI 49319 13603 Northland Drive Services at Cedarfield Community Center Cedar Springs MI 49319 616-696616--0661696- 0661 Sunday 9:30 am Worship Service Cedar Springs, MI 49319 3592 17 Mile Rd. NE (Next to Meijer) Sunday 9:30 am Worship Service

Pastor Inge Whittemore Phone: 696-9120 Pastor Inge Whittemore SundaySunday KidZone KidZone 9:45 9:45am Ages am Ages4 to 124 to 12 (616) 696-1410 Like us on Facebook Web: www.pioneercrc.org Like us on Facebook www.eastnelsonumc.org ThursdayThursday KidzKlub KidzKlub 6 pm 6Ages pm Ages4 to 124 to 12 Sunday Services: 10AM, 6PM www.eastnelsonumc.org Kevin Pike - Manager, Janet Pike Assistant EEngagement EEngagement BB irth BB irth AA nniversary AA nniversary Thursday,W May 17,edding 2018 W eddingThe Cedar Springs Post Page 5 M emorial ChurchM emorial Connection bituary spiritualbituary notes • announcements • memories O O Church Connection hankyou! DAVIDhankyou! N. WALLS T David N. Walls, 84, of Trout Creek, passed is online @ TT awayTT early Friday morning, May 11, 2018. Dave was born on Nov. 19, 1933, in Trout cedarspringspost.com Creek, a son of Wilbert and Taimi (Moilanen) nnouncement Walls. He graduatednnouncement from Trout Creek High at home or away AA SchoolAA in 1952 and married his high school sweetheart, Patsy Pittsley. In 1953, they we’re just a moved to Grand Rapids, where Dave worked in the factories until 1963 when he became an click away insurance inspector. Dave was promoted to office manager for Commercial Services. At that time the family moved to Cedar Springs. In 1978, Dave started his own insurance inspection company with his partner, Art Clement. They operated the company until 2002 when they sold the company and retired. In 2002, Dave and Patsy returned to Trout FREDERICK L. WILK Creek where Dave was always fishing on the Beaver in his canoe. When fishing season was Mr. Frederick “Fred” L. Wilk of Cedar over, it was time for hunting with his brother, Springs, Michigan, age 71, has “gone Kenny, Uncle Gene and son, Dave and anyone fishing.” He passed away on Friday, April else that wanted to go along. Dave was always 13, 2018, and simple cremation has taken so proud that he was the catcher for the Trout place. Fred was the oldest of three boys. Creek American Legion Baseball Team. At the He graduated from Sparta High School age of 15, he was the catcher for Ben Manning in 1965. Fred was an avid hunter and (Dave’s idol). Dave was an avid fan of the fisherman, and he could tell a “tall tale” Detroit Tigers and Lions and all Michigan better than anyone— he would tell of the State and Ewen-Trout Creek sports. Dave biggest fish that broke his line, or the buck is survived by his loving wife, Patsy, Trout that leaped over his arrow or bullet. Fred Creek; a son, David Jr. (Katie), Cedar Springs; The Cedar Springs Post enjoyed farming corn and soybeans. He also two sisters, Marion Walls, San Antonio, Texas, Newspaper enjoyed growing a garden where he could and Lois Couper, Ft. Myers, Florida; a brother, 5,030Likes demonstrate his impressive green thumb. Dennis, Milwaukee; a grandson, Aaron He roasted many pigs for graduations, (Sheryl) Rohen; three great-grandsons, Aaron wedding, and other regular gatherings and Wayne (Samantha), Ryan and David; a great- www.facebook.com/cedarspringspost parties. He was quite the cook. Fred is great-granddaughter, Melina Kay; two sisters- survived by his children Jeannie Pritchard, in-law, Diana Thompson, Inez, Kentucky, Christopher, Matthew, and Patrick Wilk; and Pam Walls, Livonia; his son-in-law, three grandsons, four granddaughters, and Doug Setters, Sheridan, Indiana; two aunts, one great-grandson; two brothers, Aaron and Shirley Madden and Elma Hirvonen; special Ricky Wilk; and numerous nieces, nephews, friends, Jim and Jean Ward, Cedar Springs; and other beloved members of the family. and many dear nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents He was preceded in death by his parents; a Lester “Roy” and Betty (Constantine) son, Wayne; a daughter, Darlene; his father- Wilk. A Memorial Gathering will be held in-law and mother-in-law, Art and Evelyn on Saturday, May 19, 2018, from 1:00 until Pittsley; two brothers, Wilbert “Sonny” and 4:00 p.m. at the Rockford American Legion Kenneth; a sister, Carol Verran; a grandson, Merritt Lamb Post 102, 330 Rockford Park Travis Setters; and two nieces, Teresa Wilder Drive NE, Rockford, MI 49341. Relatives and Tiffney Walls. A memorial service will be and friends are encouraged to join Fred’s held Friday, May 18, at 1 p.m. EDT, preceded family during this time of fellowship, food, by visitation at noon EDT, at Trinity Lutheran and beverage. Church in Trout Creek, with the Rev. Kay Arrangements by Pederson Funeral Home, Richter officiating. Luncheon will be served Rockford at the American Legion Hall in Trout Creek following the service. Condolences may be expressed online at lakesidememorialchapel. com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Jerald Rocco, owner and manager of Lakeside Memorial Chapel Inc., in Wakefield. Every Life Tells A Story...

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Page 6 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, May 17, 2018 ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT ometown JOKE Happenings of theWeek Hometown Happenings articles are a community service for non-profit agencies only. Due to popular demand for placement Lifeboat in this section, we can no longer all articles. Deadline for articles is Monday at 5 p.m. This is not guaranteed space. After a ship sank in the ocean, three men ended up HArticles will run as space allows. Guaranteed placement is $10, certain restrictions may apply. You now can email your H stranded in a lifeboat. They floated around for days Hometown Happenings to [email protected] please include name and phone number for any questions without food or water. One afternoon a bottle floated up we may have. to the boat. The men grabbed the bottle and when they pulled the cork out of the bottle, a genie appeared. Original Play at the Kent Theatre Senior Stroll at HCNC “I’ll grant each of you a single wish,” said the genie. May 18-20,25,26: Cedar Springs Players presents “Murder May 25: Join Senior Naturalist, Joyce Hosmer the last “I wish I was home,” said the first man. Then, poof! on the American Express” an original play by Scott Phillips. Friday of the month for a leisurely walk through the woods He disappeared. May 18, 19, 25, 26 at 7:30 p.m., May 20 at 3:00 pm at the at Howard Christensen Nature Center. Joyce will lead you “I wish I was home, too,” said the second man. Poof! Kent Theatre. #20,21 along our quiet trails while pointing out the plants and He disappeared, too. wildlife that inhabit our little piece of the planet. Friday, The third man looked around and then thought hard th Indoor Garage Sale at Masonic Lodge May 25, June 29 and July 27 at 1 to 3 pm. If it rains, we will what he should wish for. “I have no one at home waiting May 18,19: An indoor Garage Sale will be hold at the reschedule for the next Friday. Cost is $3 for members and for me, so maybe I should ask for money and hope a Masonic Lodge, 1430 Northland Dr. NE, Rockford, $5 for non-members. Refreshments provided. Limited to 25 boat picks me up. Or, maybe I should ask for a beautiful sponsored by Rockford Chapter 215, Order of the Eastern people. Call to register or visit our website. 616-675-3158, woman to marry,” he said to the genie. Star On Friday and Saturday, May 18 and 19. Booth tables www.howardchristensen.org, info@howardchristensen. The genie looked bored. “C’mon! Make up your as well as household items, clothing, seasonal items, a org. #20 mind!” he urged. variety to choose from. Join us on Friday from 9 am to 5 pm “Oh, I don’t know what to wish for!” cried the man and Saturday, from 9 am to 3 pm. #20 CS Historical Society’s Memorial Cem- in frustration. “I wish my friends were here to help me etery Walk decide!” Artists, Authors & YOU! Entries May 27: The Cedar Springs Historical Society is holding its May 21: Artists, Authors & YOU!, a continually-changing 18th annual Memorial Cemetery Walk on Sunday, May 27th, This Joke of the Week is art exhibit sponsored by the Cedar Springs Public Library, at 2 pm to honor veterans of all wars. This years’ veterans brought to you by will be reviewing potential entries on Monday, May 21st will be Alfred Sliter, Civil War; Samuel Armstrong, from 6-9 pm for its next quarterly installation. If you’re an Spanish/Philippine American War; Russell VanDore, World artist who’s interested in participating in the program, or you classic kelly’s War I; Mark Wheeler, World War II; Don Miles, Korean A Finer Family Restaurant and Catering own a piece of art you’d like to share with the community, War; Carl Straub, Vietnam War. Biographical and historical please visit the library for your Request to Participate form information will be presented at each gravesite. The Glen 356 North Main St., Cedar Springs and instructions about the May 21st meeting. #19,20p Hill Post of the American Legion honor guard will at (616) 696-0620 the presentation. We will leave from the museum in Morley UMC Guitar Boot Camp Park at 1:30 and return there for refreshments. In case of Sand Lake HS Alumni Banquet May 21: Basic training for guitar will be taught at the Cedar severe weather warnings we will cancel the event. In case June 9: The 126th (1892-2018) Annual Sand Lake High Springs United Methodist Church. Registration will be held of rain we will do the presentations in the museum. #20,21b School Alumni Banquet will be held on Saturday, June 9th at Monday, May 21st at 7:00 pm. Students must be registered Resurrection Lutheran Church, Sand Lake. Social hour at 5 on this date. To register enter at the South door Located on FREE Movie at Kent Theatre pm and dinner at 6 pm. The cost of the meal is $13.00. Open Church Street; class size is limited to 12 students ages 12 - May 29,30: En Gedi will present a FREE movie at the to anyone who attended Sand Lake Schools. Please RSVP 16. Registration fee is $65. A parent or guardian is required Kent Theatre, God’s Not Dead 2, on Tuesday, May 29th and by June 2 by calling your reservation in to Dave Groner to sign. Guitar and all supplies are furnished these may be Wednesday, May 30th both at 6:30 pm. The Christ-centered 616-557-3098. #20-22p kept at the completion of the class. Classes will be Monday movie tells a story about high school history teacher Grace th evenings for 12 weeks starting June 4 . #19,20b Wesley (Melissa Joan Hart) who is asked a question about Red Flannel Queen Pageant Jesus in class, her response lands her in deep trouble. The June 10: Attention all young ladies living in, or attending Great Lakes Fur Trade ensuing epic court case could expel God from the classroom school within, the Cedar Springs School District, including May 24: Howard Chirstensen Nature Center is pleased to and the public square once and for all. God’s Not Dead 2 is homeschoolers, who will be in the 11th grade in the 2018-19 present an introduction to the Great Lakes Fur Trade and the a powerful call to action. #20,21b school year. There will be a MANDATORY parent meeting Straits of Mackinac during the 1600’s – 1800’s by Bob Ham. for any young lady who would like to participate in the 2018 Bob will take us through the major events and characters Spa Day/Tai Chi at HCNC Red Flannel Pageant and her parent(s). The meeting will be of the fur trade in the Great Lakes area, when 3 foreign June 3: Ever seen someone do Tai Chi and think to yourself Sunday, June 10th at 2 pm at the Springs Church (135 N. powers and the indigenous peoples held often times uneasy “That looks cool... I’d love to learn that..?” Now’s your Grant St.). For more information or if there is a concern that business and military alliances. On display will be some of chance! Come on out to the first Spa Day at Howard you can’t make the meeting please contact pageant director the clothing, weapons, trade goods and tools of the fur trade. Christensen Nature Center on Sunday, June 3rd. We’ll take a Kaleigh Goehler directly at [email protected]. Thursday, May 24th at the HCNC Interpretive Center, 16190 short hike out to a beautiful spot and get our Zen On! Join #19-23b Red Pine Dr., Kent City from 6 to 7:30 pm. Ages: Older our experienced Tai Chi instructor for a class in the woods, middle school through adults. Cost is $3 for non-members suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike... and free to HCNC and CS Historical Society members. 616- and if it rains, we will move activities indoors. But wait – 675-3158, www.howardchristensen.org. #19,20p there’s more! Pamper yourself with a relaxing chair massage or reflexology session to soothe your aching muscles or sore feet. From 2 – 5 pm. Cost is $3 for members and $5 follow us on facebook LIVE on Stage for non-members. Limited to 20 people. Call to register or www.facebook.com/ visit our website. 616-675-3158, www.howardchristensen. cedarspringspost org, [email protected]. #20

Faithful Little Butterflies ARTS $ 00 $ 00 presents a & Tickets: 15 6 adults under 18 ENTERTAINMENT KENT THEATRE Spring and 616-696-SHOW(7469) www.kenttheatre.com 8 N. Main St., Cedar Springs ometown COMING SOON at Morley Park in Cedar Springs, MI Happenings SATURDAY, MAY 19TH FROM 3-5 PM HH Raffle, Silent Auction, Food, Games, Prizes & More Everyone is invited to join in our day of family fun! is online @ Ticket prices just 50¢ JUNE 1-3 JUNE 8-10 In the event of rain the event will be held at Faithful Little Butterlies center cedarspringspost.com *PLANNED MOVIE TITLES MAY BE CHANGED BY THE DISTRIBUTOR located at 270 West Street, Cedar Springs, MI 49319 Thursday, May 17, 2018 The Cedar Springs Post Page 7 ARTS/ENTERTAINMENT Wear a poppy this National Poppy Day (BPT) - For many Americans, it starts with help veterans, military and their families. wearing the poppy on National Poppy Day, an “This flower is personal to me,” says Fournier. “Because of it, annual tribute to the price of freedom. This year, I’ve been able to share stories about our veterans and the ALA’s National Poppy Day is May 25. work. I’ve also been able to explain that helping a veteran can For Ann Fournier, it starts with a train ride. be as simple as donating money in exchange for a poppy or as She has taken the same train at 5 a.m. and 4:50 committed as making 100,000 poppies each year. It’s about what p.m. daily for 30 years. She spends her hour- you can do to help.” long commutes piecing together tiny petals of Donning a poppy this National Poppy Day and every day is one red crepe paper to assemble poppies to support simple way to show gratitude for a community that has given its veterans. lives to protect ours. To learn more, visit www.poppydayusa.org. Fournier’s work has made her a symbol on the train. Known as the “Poppy Lady,” she has created 100,000 poppies each year over several decades. Her commitment began as a tribute to Library her brothers, who served during Vietnam, but has continued as a way to honor each veteran and ci- vilian she has met on her ride to the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) state headquarters in Boston. “The conductor saves a seat with a table for me every day,” says Fournier, who serves as ALA Department of Massachusetts secretary/execu- tive director. “He’s a veteran as well. Sometimes he sits with me to help. Sometimes strangers ask me what I’m doing. But the best moments happen when a veteran sits down or thanks me. Ann Fournier spends her hour-long commute piecing together tiny petals of red crepe Directory I don’t do it for the thanks; I do it because I can, paper to assemble poppies to support veterans. YOUR hOMeTOwN and these little red flowers are a way to help those in need. Our veterans don’t get enough of anything.” Cedar Springs Community The red poppy holds great meaning for veterans all over the world. After the battles of World War I, the blood-red poppy We have flourished in France and Belgium when battlefields became buri- MON - FRI 10 - 6 al grounds. The red flowers suddenly bloomed among the newly something for SATURDAY 9 - 12 dug gravesites of fallen service members, turning the new grave- everyone! yards into fields of red. Today, the poppy is a symbol of sacrifices Library made from WWI to today’s war on terror. [email protected] 616-696-1910 Millions of people worldwide wear the red poppy as a call to www.cedarspringslibrary.org 107 N Main Street honor living veterans and those who lost their lives. The tradition fb: cedarspringspubliclibrary Cedar Springs, MI 49319 can be traced back to 1918 when Moina Michael popularized the idea of wearing a poppy flower in memory of the military lives lost in WWI. She drew inspiration from the poem In Flanders Fields, written by WWI Col. John McCrae as he gazed at the rows and rows of graves where his comrades had been recently NELSON TOWNSHIP/SAND LAKE BRANCH buried. In the decades that followed, poppies have been worn, 88 Eighth St. displayed and distributed for fundraising efforts for veterans ser- 1-877-243-2466 (toll free) vice organizations around the world. Monday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM The American Legion Family is the driving force behind the now trademarked National Poppy Day because of its support for Tuesday & Saturday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM veterans and long-standing connection to the poppy flower. In the Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM early 1920s, the Legion Family adopted the poppy as its official Friday: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM memorial flower to pay homage to the battlefields of WWI. Now, it is the Family’s mission to support the military community by promoting the significance of the flower and the meaning behind it. Members and volunteers connected to the ALA, one of the na- Free Christian Movie SPENCER TOWNSHIP BRANCH tion’s most prominent supporters of veterans’ rights, leverage the Free Christian Movie 14960 Meddler Ave. poppy in service to the veteran community through Poppy Day Tuesday,Free May Christian29 & Wednesday, May Movie 30 6:30 pm 1-877-243-2466 (toll free) distributions and outreach. ALA volunteers hand out red paperTuesday, KentMay Theatre 29 & -Wednesday, Main Street, Cedar May Springs 30 6:30 pm or fabric poppies in exchange for donations that go directlyTuesday, to May 29 & Wednesday, May 30 6:30 pm KentWhen Theatre high school history - Main teacher GraceStreet, Wesley Cedar (Melissa Joan Springs Hart) Monday & Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM support veterans. Many of those poppies are made by hospital- Kentis asked Theatre a question about- Main Jesus inStreet, class, her reasoned Cedar response Springs Tuesday & Thursday: 12:00 – 8:00 PM ized and disabled veterans as a form of rehabilitation and a sourceWhen highlands school her in historydeep trouble. teacher The ensuing Grace epic Wesley court case (Melissa could expel Joan Hart) When highGod school from the history classroom teacher and the Gracepublic square Wesley once and(Melissa for all. Joan Hart) Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM of income through this ALA program. In 2017, ALA membersis asked a question about Jesus in class, her reasoned response is asked a questionGod’s Notabout Dead Jesus 2 is a powerful in class, call toher action. reasoned response throughout the U.S. distributed nearly 6 million poppies or poppylands her in deep trouble. The ensuing epic court case could expel Saturday: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM lands her in deep trouble.Provided The ensuing by En Gedi epic court case could expel items and raised $3.9 million in donations that went directly Godto from the classroom and the public square once and for all. God from the classroom and the public square once and for all. God’s Not Dead 2 is a powerful call to action. God’s Not Dead 2 is a powerful call to action. Provided by En Gedi CongratulateProvided Your by En Gedi Grad Demetria Monique Boring Show the Cedar Tri County High School Springs Area that Graduate’s Name:______Tria, you are proud of School:______We are all so proud of you! We know you will your graduate! Your Message:______be successful in every- You can have your ______thing you set out to do. announcement appear in Congratulations on all ______your hard work! We our graduation section love you! printed in 5,000 copies of ______Love, Mom, Dallas, June 7th edition of your Grandpa & Grandma Chapman, brother Troy local newspaper, for ______EXAMPLE& family, sister Tiffany & Family, ONLY $25 ______and ALL your Send in a brief message with Mail to: Cedar Springs Post, “Congrats Grad,” 36 E. Maple St., extended Family! a picture of your choice. Must P.O. Box 370, Cedar Springs, MI 49319 (actual size) be in by Monday, June 4th. Page 8 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, May 17, 2018 SPORTS JV Baseball loses to Three new sports added to the Northview Meijer State Games The Cedar Springs Red Hawks JV baseball team played a three Registration is open for most sports game set against Northview last week. Grand Rapids, Mich., May Games 1 and 2 were played Monday, May 7. Game 1 went nine 15, 2018 — The Meijer State innings with Northview coming out on top 9-8. Connor Ellison and Games of Michigan will Trenton Snoeyink pitched a great game but, again, errors cost the Red showcase three new sports Hawks the game. At the plate, Gage Haywood, Dylan Greenland, and at the 2018 Summer Games. Willy Zain each had two hits. Snoeyink, Ellison and Dylan Knauf each The three sports that will be had a hit as well. The boys had several chances to win the game, leav- added to the Summer Games ing 10 runners on base throughout the game. lineup this year are: Footgolf, In game 2, errors cost them again as Colton Moore took the BB Gun/Air Rifle/Air Pistol mound. Five errors led to big innings by Northview as they defeated and Archery Tag. The Meijer the Red Hawks again 10-2. Connor Ellison continued hitting the ball State Games of Michigan is well with two hard hits. Jeremy Campione chipped in with two hits as now offering over 40 sports well. Trenton Snoeyink and Dylan Knauf each had a hit. in this year’s event lineup. Game 3 was played on Wednesday, May 9. Kyle Wise, Willy Zain Archery Tag will take place and Jeremy Campione shared time on the mound. The Wildcats of on Saturday, June 16, at Northview hit the ball well, scoring 18 runs. The Red Hawks managed East Kentwood High School 8 runs on 8 hits, led by Connor Ellison with two. Snoeyink, Campione, (6230 Kalamazoo Ave. SE Secord, Greenland, Knauf and Dykhouse each had hits as well. Kentwood, MI 49508). The It was a long week of fighting illness and injuries, leaving the JV shooting sports divisions of team with an 11-10-1 record. Next is a non-conference week against BB Gun, Air Rifle and Air Photo by FIFG [CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)], from Wikimedia Commons West Ottawa and Big Rapids. SPORTS - continues on page 16 Footgolf is one of three new sports added to the Meijer State Games this summer. WAAAM wrestlers place at state MHSAA Representative Council Selects Mark finals On Sunday, May 6, nine Uyl as Next Executive boys from Cedar Springs competed at the Wrestling Amateur Athletic Associa- Director tion (WAAAM) State wres- EAST LANSING, Mich. – tling competition - Mark Uyl, formerly a high school tle Creek Lakeview High teacher, coach and administrator School. and currently an assistant direc- Maston Wood took a 1st tor for the Michigan High School place; Cole Hacck took a Athletic Association and one of the 3rd; James Joldersma took nation’s most respected voices in 7th; Aaron Smith took 5th; sports officiating, has been select- David Erxleben took 5th; ed as the next executive director of Westley Wentworth took the MHSAA by its Representative Mark Uyl 6th; Ben Brunner took 2nd; Council. Trevor Marsman took 1st; He will succeed retiring Executive Director John E. “Jack” and Andrew VanGessel Roberts in August. Roberts, who has served as executive director These Cedar Springs wrestlers competed at the WAAAM state finals earlier this month. Courtesy photo. took a 3rd place. since the fall of 1986, announced his retirement April 24. “These boys have worked big Improvement through- proud of all the accomplish- wait for next season,” said Uyl (pronounced yule), 44, joined the MHSAA staff in January hard all season and made a out the season. We are so ments they made and can’t Coach Nick Emery. 2004 and coordinates the Association’s nearly 10,000 officials in addition to serving as director of baseball and administrator of the MHSAA’s catastrophic and concussion care insurance plans. He also has served as director of cross country and wrestling during MAY SPECIALS! his tenure. As assistant director, Uyl was instrumental as the MHSAA became the first state high school athletics association to offer concussion care insurance, which provides gap coverage to assist in covering costs for athletes who are injured while participating 2006 CHEVY COBALT LS 2012, FORD FUSION 2005 CHEVY SILVERADO LS 2013 CHEVY IMPALA LT 2Dr, Auto, 140k, A/C, Nice Car! SE, 2.5 L, PW, PL, PW Roof, Alloys, Clean! 4x4, Ext. Cab, 160k, 5.3, Solid Truck! Runs Good! Alloys, V6, Clean! in MHSAA-sponsored sports. As an official himself, Uyl has $4,990 $6,995 $7,500 $7,995 worked to build a stronger relationship with those working high school events that has included an increase in training and support. As a sport director, Uyl has sought to create the best experiences for Michigan high school teams, including with the move of the MHSAA Baseball and Softball Finals to Michigan State Univer- 2005 CADILLAC ESCALADE 2012 CHRYSLER 200 LIMITED 2005 GMC SIERRA 2500 2013 FORD TAURUS SEL sity in 2014. Platinum, AWD, 6.0, 150k, Fully Loaded, Sharp! V6, 80k Miles, Leather, Alloys, Loaded HD, 6.0, SLT, Topper, Tool Box, Great Truck V6, Full Power Sharp! $ $ $ $ “The foundation built here by Jack Roberts over the last 32 8,990 10,390 10,990 10,995 years is the strongest in the country, and I’m honored to have the opportunity to lead our staff in building on that foundation,” Uyl said. “There will be many ways we’ll continue to protect the same values of educational athletics, while also looking for new ways and new opportunities to best serve the students and our member 2007 CHEVY SILVERADO 2007 CHEVY AVALANCHE 2006 JEEP WRANGLER 2011 BUICK LACROSSE CXS LT1, 4x4, 5.3, 140k, Alloys, Tow Pkg., PWPL’s 4x4, 115K, New Tires, Loaded, V8 4x4, Hard Top, 6 cyl, 6 speed, 90k, Sharp! All options, Only 42l Miles! Leather, roof schools in Michigan.” $12,995 $13,900 $13,995 $14,900 In addition to his full-time MHSAA duties, Uyl has officiated collegiate baseball since 1997 and is regarded as one of the best at that level. In addition to umpiring major conference baseball all over the United States, Uyl was part of the crews for the 2014 and 2017 College World Series. He also officiated college football 2012 GMC SIERRA EXT CAB LONG BOX 2004 FORD F-250 2014 FORD EDGE SEL 2012 GMC SIERRA SLE 4X4 for 12 years with several NCAA postseason assignments, and did 4X4, 5.3, PW/PL’s, A/C, NICE! Super Duty, 4x4, Ext. Cab, XLT, 6.0 Diesel, Only 82K miles! AWD, V6, Loaded! Crew Cab, Z-71, 108k Miles serve as coordinator of officials for the Michigan Intercollegiate $ $ $ $ 14,995 15,995 17,990 19,900 Athletic Association. He was registered with the MHSAA for at BIG RAPIDS

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OUTDOORSRanger Steve’s Nature Niche DNR reminds boaters to put safety first By Ranger Steve Mueller National Safe Boating Week set for May 19-25 Butterfly As boating season nears, Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers encourage boat- counts ers to protect themselves and others Mark your calendars. Butterfly count participants will re- by following important safety tips. ceive Mo Nielsen’s book Michigan Butterflies and Skippers Saturday, May 19, marks the start as a bonus. Discover butterflies in a variety of local habitats of National Safe Boating Week and with people knowledgeable in butterfly identification. It is a the DNR wants all Michigan residents great way to begin learning some of the 170 species known and visitors to have fun while to Michigan. Join with the West Michigan Butterfly Asso- exercising caution and obeying the ciation on a count for fun and learning. law. Counts are sponsored by the North American Butterfly “Michigan offers countless boating Association (NABA) and cost $3 for each participant. The opportunities,” said Lt. Tom Wanless, money is used by NABA to create a publication document- boating law administrator for the state ing butterfly abundance, distribution, and trends throughout of Michigan. “But having fun on the North America. Scientists make use of citizen science data. water also means being safe. Taking National Safe Boating Week runs May 19-25 and Michigan Department of Natural Resources About 17 counts are held in Michigan annually. Make it simple precautions, always staying conservation officers urge boaters to follow important safety tips for an enjoyable time on the a family event. Contact Ranger Steve for more informa- in control of the vessel and following water. tion about Michigan counts. He is the regional editor for the law will help ensure an enjoyable the details of your trip. Let them know when to expect you all Michigan counts and can help connect with any Mich- outing.” back. Give them phone numbers for the local emergency igan count leader. Your help spotting butterflies is desired. Boaters born after June 30, 1996, and most personal wa- dispatch center and U.S. Coast Guard in case you don’t Knowledge of butterflies is not required. tercraft operators must have a boater education safety cer- return on time. We carpool to various sites in the 15-mile diameter des- tificate. Stay alert. Watch for other boats, swimmers, skiers and ignated count circles. Have a good time discovering in the Wanless encourages boaters to: objects in the water. This is especially true when operating outdoors, learn species identification, habitat associations, Wear a life jacket. About 83 percent of drownings re- in crowded waterways, at night and when visibility is behavior, and nature niche needs. Participate for part of the sulting from boating accidents in the U.S. are due to people restricted. day or stay all day. not wearing life jackets. In Michigan, anyone under age 6 Carry a cell phone or marine radio. Be prepared to call Bring a bag lunch, plenty to drink, snacks, and dress with must wear a life jacket when on the open deck of any ves- for help if you are involved in or witness an accident, your lightweight long sleeves and pants to protect from any bit- sel, but wearing a personal flotation device is recommended boat or the boat of another becomes disabled, or you need ing insects or raspberry thorns. Some exploration is off trail for everyone. medical assistance. when searching for butterflies. Avoid drinking alcohol. Nationally, alcohol use is the The DNR also recommends a boating safety course for Local count dates and meeting locations: leading known contributing factor in fatal boating accidents anyone who plans to use a boat or personal watercraft. June 30, 2018 (Sat) 9:00 a.m. where the primary cause was known. Classes are offered at locations around the state and online, Allegan Butterfly Count – Allegan Co. Make sure the boat is properly equipped and making it convenient and affordable. Leader: Ranger Steve (Mueller) equipment is in good working order. In addition to Visit michigan.gov/boating for more information on Meet at the Fennville Allegan State Game Area headquar- legally required equipment such as life jackets and fire boating safety, enrolling in a safety course, boat registration, ters, 6013 118th Ave, Fennville. [email protected] extinguishers, always carry a first-aid kit, nautical charts and boating access at Michigan’s parks, campgrounds, and an anchor. Make sure navigation lights work properly. harbors and marinas. July 5, 2018 (Wed) 9:00 a.m. File a float plan. Always inform family or friends about Newaygo County Butterfly Count - Newaygo Co. Leader: Ranger Steve (Mueller) Meeting at the grocery parking lot at the corner of M82 & M 37 in Newaygo. [email protected] Monarch butterflies a sure sign July 7, 2018 (Sat) 9:00 a.m. Rogue River Butterfly Count - Kent Co. of summer Leader: Ranger Steve (Mueller) One of the state’s most distinctive signs (Kent, Newaygo, Montcalm Counties) of a new season is on its way—the brightly Meet at Howard Christensen Nature Center Welcome Cen- colored monarch butterfly. A well-known ter 16160 Red Pine Dr. Kent City. [email protected] and beloved butterfly species in North July 14, 2018 (Sat) 9:00 a.m. America, monarchs, unfortunately, have Greater Muskegon Butterfly Ct - Muskegon Co. become a much less common sight in re- Leader: Dennis Dunlap cent decades. Meet on Mill Iron Road from M-46 (Apple Ave.) east of The eastern monarch butterfly population Muskegon at second set of power lines that cross the road has declined by more than 80 percent over north of MacArthur Road. [email protected] the last 20 years, primarily from habitat Rain day alternates will be the next day. Sign up with loss, both in their summer range—includ- Ranger Steve so unexpected changes can be shared. ing Michigan—and in Mexico, where they Natural history questions or topic suggestions can be di- spend the winter. rected to Ranger Steve (Mueller) at odybrook@chartermi. “Adult monarch butterflies require a va- net - Ody Brook Nature Sanctuary, 13010 Northland Dr. riety of flowering plants for nectar,” said A monarch butterfly on milkweed. Photo courtesy of the Michigan DNR. Cedar Springs, MI 49319 or call 616-696-1753. Hannah Schauer, wildlife communications coordinator with the DNR. “Grasslands mi_pollinator_gardening_tips_615821_7. provide a mix of plant species that pollina- pdf. When you do start spotting monarchs, tors, like the monarch, need – with both ear- be sure to report those sightings because it 15% Off ALL New Furniture ly- and late-blooming plants and those that helps inform conservation decisions here in Arriving weekly! flower mid-summer.” Michigan. Report sightings and track their NEW Furniture Monarchs returning to Michigan will de- migration at Journed North http://www. pend on these early-blooming plants to re- learner.org/jnorth/. fuel and build up their energy, so they can Related, the Midwest Association of Fish lay eggs for the next generation. and Wildlife Agencies recently shared a Grasslands also support milkweeds, vital new draft plan aimed at reversing the de- to the monarch’s reproductive cycle be- cline of the eastern monarch butterfly pop- cause they’re the only species of plants that ulation and is welcoming public review and monarch caterpillars eat. Milkweeds also comment on it. 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The event brought 21 Girls Charging Ahead 5K together more than 800 char- 22 Middle School/High School Choir Concert ter school parents, board 23 Last Day of School for Seniors members, school leaders Senior Project Presentations and advocates from across Moving Up Day Michigan for a day of cele- 25 Early Release Day (Students & Staff) bration of the charter school 28 No School - Memorial Day 31 community. It kicked off Elementary Field Day with school performances June on Lansing’s Capitol steps 1 Graduation - including CTAs Charger 4 Charger Choice Day Voices who performed the 5 Eigth Grade Promotion Ceremony National Anthem and “Af- 7 Last Day of School rica”. Throughout the day Early Release Day there were meetings with lawmakers and other gov- * Early Release Dismissal Schedule ernment officials. • K-5 Dismissal at 1:00 p.m. Charter Day At The Capitol: The Charger Voices choir as they prepared to perform on the Capitol steps. • 6-12 Dismissal at 12:45 p.m. Jukebox Time Machine Senior Awarded A Time Travel Through The Decades For Elementary Concert Congressional Honor The kindergarten On Saturday, through fifth grade -stu May 5, Creative dents came together to Technologies perform their spring mu- Academy Se- sical after months of hard nior Autumn work. Jukebox Time Watson was Machine: A Presenta- a recipient of tion of Hits Through the Justin Amash's Decades transported the Congressional audience through song, Medal of Merit dance and skit from the at the Gerald R. 50s on through the 90s. Ford Museum. Songs including Splish The Congres- Splash, Dancing Queen and Don’t Stop Believ- sional Medal of Students sang class, group and solos during the hour-long performance. Merit is award- in’ had the audience ed to students tapping their toes to the a decade for their attire and 70s and grunge and pop for plained all of the different eras. who demon- upbeat tunes as it brought back they came in poodle skirts and the 90s. Fourth grader Leda The concert was conducted by strate exempla- memories of their childhood saddle shoes for the 50s, tie Gitchel played Roxie the time Mr. Jeremy Holtrop. ry citizenship days. Students were assigned dye and bell bottoms for the machine tour guide who ex- and academic excellence. CTA The Fred Factor is proud of Au- Autumn Watson and Secondary Principal Jen- tumn and her in Action nifer Colin after the program in Grand Rapids. contributions The past couple of weeks the high school to our school and the community. Autumn plans to attend Leadership and Followership students have Ferris State University this fall. been learning about "The Fred Factor." They read and analyzed the book, "The Fred Factor" Science Outside Of by Mark Sanborn which defined a "Fred" as someone who goes above and beyond. They Textbooks have not only been identifying "Freds" in their CTAs En- lives, but are now working on being "Freds" by vironmental giving of their time and talents to help CTA! Physics teach- er, Mr. Fred- High school students work around the CTA rickson, is grounds doing some spring clean up. spending time with students Spring Fling Raises Funds for CTA getting them The CTA Parents Association Spring Fling was a huge to apply their success despite the rainy evening which resulted in mov- semester-long ing the event indoors. Each of the grades and many school textbook learn- clubs put together a themed gift basket for the silent auc- ings to hands- tion ranging from movie night to BBQ to fishing and spa on experiments - all of which were auctioned off throughout the evening and projects. in the silent auction. The silent auction consisted of more In the past cou- than 100 items including the class gift baskets, gift cards ple weeks, they and products donated by local businesses and CTA parent have dissect- crafters, which brought in more than $3,000 for the school. ed cow eyes Attendees had the opportunity to enjoy food in the cafete- and hearts and ria; carnival-style games in the elementary building and the watched flam- silent auction in the auditorium. The CTA Creates art pro- mable combus- gram also took the opportunity to display the artwork in the tion reactions hallways that the students have created throughout the year take place in and Girls Charging Ahead hosted a bake sale to benefit a the classroom. Mr. Fredrickson demonstrates a combustion re- local animal shelter. Thank you to all of the volunteers who The students action to the students. contributed time and energy into planning and hosting the also showcased two months of research and experiments on Students participate in games that were set up throughout the elementary event and thank you to all of those who came out to support an organism of their choosing. hallways. the event - it wouldn’t have been a success without you! Thursday, May 17, 2018 The Cedar Springs Post Page 11 $BUSINESS & FINANCE$ Spectrum Health United BUSINESS BITS Hospital earns award New cider taproom coming to Receives Outstanding Patient Experience award for second year town Spectrum Health meet eligibility United Hospi- requirements for According to an article published this week at MiBiz. tal announced consideration, com, Ada-based Sietsema Cider LLC, will be opening a this week that it which includes second tasting room at 70 N. Main Street, in the old Car has achieved the clinical perfor- Quest building, across the street from Cedar Springs Brew- Healthgrades 2018 mance thresholds ing Company. Outstanding Pa- in addition to a They have reportedly leased 1,350 square feet of space in tient Experience minimum of 100 the building, and will apply for a microbrewery and distill- Award™. This dis- survey responses. ery license so they can offer an array of alcoholic beverag- tinction recognizes Nationally, al- es. The tasting room will offer 12 taps to start, and seating United Hospital most 3,000 hos- for 25-35 people. They will also have a small kitchen for among the top 15 pitals met those appetizers. percent of hospi- requirements They hope to open before the start of summer after secur- tals nationwide for with 439 hospi- ing all permits. the second year tals outperform- The article reported that David Ringler, owner of Cedar in a row (2017- ing their peers— Springs Brewing Company, has encouraged owner Andy 2018), according based on their Sietsema to open the new business here. to Healthgrades, patients’ respons- The company started five years ago as a production-only the leading online es—to achieve alcoholic cider producer with the tasting room during the resource for comprehensive information about physicians this distinction. Spectrum Health United Hospital’s perfor- harvest season. No changes are planned for the current tast- and hospitals. mance places it among the top 15 percent in the nation. ing room in Ada. Healthgrades evaluated 3,478 hospitals that submitted “We are proud to be recognized for outstanding patient To read the entire article, go to https://mibiz.com/ at least 100 patient experience surveys to the Centers for experience. This recognition emphasizes our continuing item/25819-sietsema-cider-to-open-satellite-tasting-room- Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), covering admis- commitment to provide our community with the best possi- in-cedar-springs. sions from April 2016 to March 2017 to identify hospital ble care,” said Andrea Leslie, Spectrum Health United Hos- performance in this area. pital President. “I want to thank our colleagues and physi- In order to be recognized by Healthgrades, hospitals must cians, who deliver excellent care to our patients every day.” to our The Cedar Springs Lions Club ThankAdvertisers you for KEEPING THE POST COMING! #shopthepost Here’s a Checklist for Changing Jobs A few generations ago, it was not uncom- ance. The health insurance offered by your mon for workers to stick with a single job for new employer may not begin the minute you their whole careers. But for many of us today, start your job. 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Just search for plan with your former employer, you have offer guidance on how much coverage you ficer. Cedar Springs Lions Club. three main options: You could leave your may require. The Cedar Springs Lions Club meets the money in the plan, if the employer allows __Understand your income tax consid- it; you could move the money into your new erations. Getting a new job may involve ASK SCORE employer’s plan, if permitted; or you could income tax implications, such as changes in SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business roll the funds over to an IRA. You’ll want to your tax bracket, severance pay, unused vaca- Free Business Counseling weigh the “pros” and “cons” of these choices tion and unemployment compensation. And carefully before making a decision. if you are thinking of exercising stock op- __Choose investments from your new re- tions, be aware that this, too, can be a taxable tirement plan. If your new employer offers a event. 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Self-employment sense of isolation is a com- give yourself the rest of the was a dream that one day mon hazard of being in a day off, or at least take extra 4027 17 Mile Rd became a reality. Some home-based environment. time away from your office Cedar Springs, MI 49319 days, though, it seems im- You may have fond mem- MANAGE - continues on page 16 616-696-9370 Page 12 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, May 17, 2018

COURTLAND TOWNSHIP Director...continued from page 8 7450 - 14 Mile Rd Rockford, MI 49341 (ODA), which consists of the supervisors of next executive director of the MHSAA,” Rob- officials for the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, CFL, erts said. “Mark has the proper student-focused COURTLAND TOWNSHIP MLS and NCAA Division I sports. perspective of educational athletics, excellent The Council made its decision at the conclu- person-to-person communications skills and a REGULAR BOARD MEETING sion of its annual Spring Meeting on May 7 in deep practical understanding of what is happen- May 2, 2018 Gaylord. Uyl will become only the fifth full-time ing day to day in school sports in our state and executive in the MHSAA’s 94-year history, fol- nationally.” Synopsis of Minutes lowing Charles E. Forsythe (1931-42, 1945-68), Uyl graduated from Caledonia High School in Allen W. Bush (1968-78), Vern L. Norris (1978- 1992, and from Calvin College in 1996 with a Present: Andersen, Brown, Frandsen, McConnon, McIntyre, Krygier, and Mojzuk. Absent: none. 86) and Roberts. bachelor’s degree in history and physical educa- “Mark has spent the past 14 years as a high- tion. He later received a master’s in educational Approved: Approved Consent Agenda/All monthly reports received. Approved: April 4, 2018 Regular ly effective assistant director for the MH- leadership from Grand Valley State University. SAA,” said Representative Council President At Calvin, Uyl was a four-year starter on the Board meeting minutes. Approved: hiring Jason Waters to join the Courtland Fire Department as a Scott Grimes, who serves as Assistant Super- baseball team, earning all-conference honors firefighter. intendent of Human Services for Grand Haven twice and serving as team captain. Area Public Schools. “He is a proven leader in Uyl resides in DeWitt with his wife Marcy, Next meeting: June 6, 2018 @ 7 PM. Complete minutes available at the Twp. Hall, 7450 the organization committed to providing out- an accomplished educator and coach who has 14 Mile Rd., during regular office hours and on the standing service to both internal and external served as a high school varsity basketball coach website @ www.courtlandtwp.org. Sandy Frandsen, constituents. The positive relationships he has since 1994. They have three children: Jackson Clerk/Mike Krygier, Supervisor fostered with school administrators will help (17), Grant (15) and Madison (11). make this a very smooth transition.” The MHSAA is a private, not-for-profit cor- Dated: May 17, 2018 Prior to his time at the MHSAA, Uyl first poration of voluntary membership by more than taught and coached and then served as ath- 1,500 public and private senior high schools and letic director and assistant principal at Mid- junior high/middle schools which exists to de- dleville-Thornapple Kellogg High School, the velop common rules for athletic eligibility and latter from 2001-03. Before becoming an ad- competition. No government funds or tax dollars ministrator there, Uyl served as athletic director support the MHSAA, which was the first such at Caledonia High School in 2000-01. association nationally to not accept membership During his tenure as an assistant director at the dues or tournament entry fees from schools. MHSAA, Uyl also served a four-year term on Member schools which enforce these rules are the Baseball Committee for the National Federa- permitted to participate in MHSAA tourna- tion of State High School Associations (NFHS). ments, which attract more than 1.4 million spec- COURTLAND TOWNSHIP “Mark was the obvious choice to become the tators each year. SPRING CLEAN-UP May 18th & 19th The Courtland Township Spring Clean-Up will take BUSINESS/ place on Friday, May 18th from 10 AM till 4 PM and Saturday, May 19th from 9 AM till 3 PM. Dumpsters will be located behind Courtland Fire Station #1, 7480 PROFESSIONALS 14 Mile Road. Please enter off Berrigan Ave. Absolute Heating No liquids (paint, oil, ect.) No brush or yard waste. No & Ventilation LLC tires or TV’s. Propane and fuel oil tanks must be cut in small ads 2011 $5 WALK-IN NAIL TRIMS half and cleaned out. No Hazardous Materials! 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Unfinished Business Reinstate township credit card to Treasurer. FLOWER SHOP Complete copies of the minutes are available at AND GIFTS the Township Hall during regular business hours Your original Monday – Thursday 9 AM to 3 PM. hometown florist “Look for our specials North End Tire & Auto “Look“Look forfor the stripedgreen canopy canopy Dated: May 17, 2018 Laura Hoffman 3565 17 Mile Rd && brightbrighton Facebook.” yellow doors” Nelson Township Clerk (616) 439-3400 Cedar Springs 866-0990 17 N. Main St. Thursday, May 17, 2018 The Cedar Springs Post Page 13 VOICES/VIEWS City Hall update From Pam Conley, Mayor Pro-tem, City of Cedar Springs Post Scripts I wanted to take an op- that is now known as The portunity to check in and Heart Of Cedar Springs. ency by supporting the use grades to our water, sewer, NOTICE let you know about some Since the beginning of my of YouTube to publicize sidewalks, and roads. His of the fabulous things that residence in Cedar Springs meetings and supporting long history in the commu- The Cedar Springs Post welcomes letters of up the City, under the direction I have served on a variety the “Ronny Merlington Pol- nity is priceless in work- to 350 words. The subject should be relevant to of the City Council and in of boards, in a variety of icy” of ensuring we hear ing with existing and new local readers, and the editor reserves the right coordination with the City positions both elected and items twice before voting businesses as they look to to reject letters or edit for clarity, length, good Manager, is working on. appointed, and the current on them. up grade or move in to our taste, accuracy, and liability concerns. All sub- We are beginning a large Council is among the most Jerry Gross, as a former community. It has been an missions MUST be accompanied by full name, sidewalk project; the con- hard working, diligent, and Fire Chief, has been instru- honor and a privilege to mailing address and daytime phone number. struction of a pocket park collegial I have had the hon- mental in explaining details serve with him, and the rest We use this information to verify the letter’s au- near city hall; a landscaping or of serving with. of service and explaining of this Council. thenticity. We do not print anonymous letters, project being implemented Rose Powell attends a needs regarding the fire de- Mike Womack, our new or acknowledge letters we do not use. Writers by the Garden Club; starting multitude of meetings every partment and safety of our City Manager has been a are limited to one letter per month. Email to the first phase of building a month for various organiza- community. wonderful addition to our [email protected], or send to Post new fire station; and imple- tions and reports back to the Perry Hopkins has been team. His expertise—not Scripts, Cedar Springs Post, PO Box 370, Ce- menting several water and rest of Council. a link to the business com- only in city government but dar Springs, MI 49319. sewer up grades. Through Lisa Atchison brings her munity, helping to provide also as an attorney—has the generous support of the experience from Planning a voice for their issues and saved the City tens of thou- wait time for a response. things happening in the Community Building De- Commission and her eye concerns. sands of dollars. He has I invite you to stop in, community you are excited velopment Team, we have for detail to every ordinance Mayor Gerald Hall is provided faster responses to hear about the great things about, or to just say hello. seen the completion of a and contract that comes very much the straw that questions that would have we are working on, and take I can say this entire Coun- new library and we are now across our desks. stirs the drink. His deep previously required a con- a few minutes during pub- cil would love to hear from looking forward to the con- Molly Nixon has fol- knowledge regarding in- sult with the City Attorney, lic comment at our month- you. struction of an amphitheater lowed through with her frastructure has been in- which not only costs bill- ly meetings to let us know in the reclaimed green space commitment to transpar- valuable as we manage up able hours but also requires concerns you many have,

We’reBy Lee H. Hamilton all in this together Our republic is They understand our republic only vaguely and participate in as though we’re all in this republic together—when we work under stress. So it less. Voting rates are depressing, and a disturbing number of cooperatively to secure a country where all people have the much so, in fact, young Americans reject politics in all its forms. opportunity to enjoy the promise of America by living a life of that if you’re not While political engagement, as measured by people taking to honor, excellence, and responsibility. worried about its the streets, may be on the rise, that’s not necessarily a sign of Because democracy places demanding responsibilities on future, you prob- good civic health. In fact, we appear to be caught in a danger- its citizens—to cast an informed vote, to engage in the dia- ably haven’t been ous downward cycle. Government is seen as dysfunctional and logue of democracy with civility and a willingness to learn, to paying attention. corrupt; this causes the ablest people to stay out of government make discriminating judgments about politics and politicians, What makes me and politics; and this, in turn, hobbles politics and government. to work with others to strengthen the institutions of democracy say this? Our pub- The risk in all this is that as Americans disengage, we place and improve our part of the world. lic discourse has the entire American democratic enterprise in jeopardy. Lin- We will disagree with one another about all kinds of issues become uncivil coln’s burning question at Gettysburg, “Whether a nation so but also know that we need to accept and tolerate those differ- and shrill. Corrup- conceived and so dedicated can long endure,” was apt then; it ences because we are far stronger when we seek to reconcile tion and unethical is disturbingly so today. them rather than ignore or exacerbate them. actions by prom- So what do we do? There are plenty of steps we could take to Let’s not deny it: the trends these days are worrisome. We inent politicians strengthen our democratic institutions and make government face a bewildering array of dangers to our republic. Authoritar- headline the daily news. Too many politicians make their mark more efficient, effective, and responsive. But what we need ian rule and autocratic leadership, once unthinkable, are now by fueling division, exploiting frustration and casting doubt on most of all is for our citizens—that’s you and me—to appre- true concerns. We are subject to unwanted foreign influence, our democratic institutions—and too many Americans respond ciate this democracy we’ve inherited, and to step up to the re- prey to public and private figures who use government to pur- by agreeing with them. sponsibilities it asks of us. sue money and power and manipulate the rules of the game for On the whole, Americans’ regard for our political institutions Our republic, despite its many challenges, is at its core a personal gain, and at the mercy of politicians who believe that and the people who run them is scraping rock bottom. By two- monumental achievement. It is marked by strong independent whatever it takes to win is just fine. to-one margins, parents urge their children not to go into pol- branches of government, entrusted to exercise limited and But if we also lose trust that we, as citizens, can turn the re- itics. defined powers within the bounds of the Constitution. It en- public around by shouldering our responsibilities to act, that’s And who can blame them? These days, it’s far easier to enu- shrines checks and balances, separation of powers, equal indi- when we’re truly sunk. merate the things that are wrong with our republic than what vidual rights and opportunity, and the rule of law. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana Univer- is right. It’s marked by a proliferation of special interests, an It provides fair, free elections—mostly free from fraud and sity Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished avalanche of money, disregard for facts, gridlock, partisan ger- manipulation. Most remarkably of all it is constructed to allow Scholar, IU School of Global and International Studies; and a rymandering, excessive partisanship, and indifference to the us to seek a more perfect union—to improve it as the nation Professor of Practice, IU School of Public and Environmental common good among political leaders. evolves. This is its great strength. Affairs. He was a member of the U.S. House of Representatives So it’s not surprising that many Americans have tuned out. But we can only take advantage of its strength when we act for 34 years.

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25 words $12.00 (includes ad placement on website) and Cost of Ad $ ______$ each additional word is 20¢. place one word in each space. Box $1.50 1.00 OFF Be sure to include phone number and/or address in ad copy. Bold $1.50 Name ______Ad Total $ ______CLASSIFIEDS Address ______Times to run X ______when you pay with Phone ______Amount Due $ ______Start Date (Thurs.) ______Signature ______Type of Payment ___Cash Expiration Date ______Check CA$H Credit Card Number ______Credit Card Thursday, May 17, 2018 The Cedar Springs Post Page 15 Diggin’SPRING Plant lilies for a Easy ways to create your summer garden personalized garden (BPT) - All around the of elegant and country, first-time garden- ers and seasoned pros are jumping into the growing fragrant blooms season. No matter where you live, whether it’s in an apartment in the heart of the city or a house with a spacious backyard, vegeta- ble and herb gardening is a fun, relaxing hobby that is easy to enjoy. What makes vegetable and herb gardening such a popular pastime is that each person can make their own space to fit their needs. Whether you’re into Photo from Longfield-Gardens.com growing the most unique Kaveri lilies bloom mid-summer and enliven gardens with their gold- plants, a foodie looking for en yellow petals painted with tangerine and burgundy. exciting new veggies, or By Melinda Myers

Lilies add long-lasting color and fragrance to flower gardens and summer bouquets. These stately flowers provide vertical in- terest and blend nicely with other perennials. And best of all, with very little care, you’ll be enjoying them for years to come. Plant different types of lilies to extend your enjoyment from early summer into fall. The colorful and often fragrant blossoms add elegance to any bouquet and are long-lasting in a vase. Start off the summer with Asiatic lilies. These compact plants have upward or outward facing blooms, and though they are not fragrant, they do come in bright colors that will light up your early summer garden. All are hardy in zones 4 to 9. The next lilies to bloom are LA Hybrids. These trumpet-shaped just want more green in your life, you can create a unique garden just lilies are a cross between fragrant Easter lilies (Lilium longiflo- for you. rum) and colorful Asiatics. Choose from an array of rich colors For a look at the top trends, and how you can garden to fit your needs, including cream, pink, yellow, orange and red. Hardy in zones the experts at Burpee Plants offer the following insights to help spark 4 to 9. your own edible garden creativity. The dainty blossoms of turk’s cap lilies open in early summer. Trend No. 1: Fresh herb flavor Also known as Martagon lilies, these flowers have recurved pet- There’s nothing like a fresh-cut sprig of parsley, basil, rosemary or als and look like they are dangling from an upside-down cande- any number of other herbs to liven up a meal. With Burpee’s indoor labra. Hardy in zones 3 to 9, these lilies prefer partially shaded herb collection, gardeners get to enjoy the convenience of having a gardens and woodland edges. selection of popular herbs on hand and ready for any meal, no matter Trumpet lilies steal the show in midsummer. Like their close the season. The fresh flavors and scents of home-grown herbs can be relative the Easter lily, these big, outward-facing blossoms have enjoyed in so many ways, even in infused waters or DIY projects. The long trumpets and are wonderfully fragrant. Hardy in zones 4 to 9. indoor herb collection is a perfect solution for those who might not Another group of midsummer lilies are the Oriental-Asiatic have outdoor gardening space but crave the benefits that fresh herbs (OA) hybrids. These have the compact height and outward facing provide. flowers of Asiatics and the larger flowers and heady fragrance of Trend No. 2: Fun and inventive veggies Orientals. Look for the variety Kaveri, which has golden yellow Vegetable gardening is a great way to explore foods you may not petals touched with tangerine and burgundy. Hardy in zones 4 to have heard of, like Dragon Roll Shishito Pepper, which has become 9. a hit on menus across the country. Milder than a jalapeno with great Species lilies have downward facing flowers with reflexed pet- umami flavor, 1 in 10 peppers is spicy-hot for an intriguing meal ex- als and extra-long stamens. Bloom times vary. Lady Alice (Lili- perience. They’re easy to grow in planters on patios or in the ground, um henryi) and coral lilies (Lilium pumilum) flower a full month making them the perfect choice for foodies. before tiger lilies (Lilium lancifolium). The latter are treasured for Trend No. 3: Organic vegetable and herb gardening their big orange flowers and prominent black spots. Over time, It’s common for people to look for organic food when grocery shop- tiger lilies form impressive clumps, with towering, 4-foot stems. ping. Likewise, more gardeners want to be sure the food Hardy in zones 3 to 9. they are growing is organic. This means using organic fer- Oriental-Trumpet (OT) lilies are hybrids with fragrant, up- tilizer and plant food, as well as growing certified organic ward-facing flowers that can measure 9” across. Colors range vegetables and herbs. The organic label means these plants from maroon and rose pink through gold and cream. The cool are free from chemical additives, which is better for the en- yellow flowers of Yelloween make this OT lily a favorite among vironment and for you. From sweet bell peppers and ripe florists. Hardy in zones 4 to 9. tomatoes to crisp cucumbers and juicy strawberries, you The lily season ends with a bang, when the Oriental lilies begin can enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing the to bloom. These big, open-faced flowers have a spicy fragrance source of your food. that can perfume an entire garden. A wide range of colors, includ- Whether you’re new to growing your own food or a sea- ing the popular variety Stargazer, invites lots of creative pairings soned gardener looking to expand your tastes, Burpee has in the garden and in a vase. Hardy in zones 5 to 9. unique and exclusive flavors to make your vegetable garden Now is the time to order your lily bulbs. The earlier you shop a success. And now is the perfect time of year to get started. the more choices you’ll have. To get your lilies off to a great start, read 8 Tips for Growing Better Lilies, available from Longfield 1565 Dagget Road 616-636-5565 Your hometown local floor-covering floor-covering store store Gardens (longfield-gardens.com). Lily bulbs planted this spring Pierson 887-2060 forfor 3633 yearsyears will flower this summer and return to bloom again for years to come. Robinson Melinda Myers is the author of more than 20 gardening books, including Small Space Gardening. She hosts The Great Courses Septic cleaning, llc “How to Grow Anything” DVD series and the nationally www.robinsonseptic.net syndicated Melinda’s Garden Moment TV & radio segments. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for Birds & If you can’t flush... you may need us! Blooms magazine and was commissioned by Longfield Gardens Portable toilet rentals Rockford Floor Covering, Inc. for her expertise to write this article. Myers’ web site is http:// Serving Cedar Springs, Sand Lake, Howard City Visit us at 10704 Northland Drive 616-866-2748 www.melindamyers.com/www.melindamyers.com. and surrounding areas since 1979 Page 16 The Cedar Springs Post Thursday, May 17, 2018

Library...continued from page 2 Strike...continued from page 2 Manage...continued from page 11 without. “This has been bringing in income and is being cause the homes and buildings have wiring and plumbing in for a family project or an overdue lunch with a good friend. rented a lot,” noted Library Director Donna Clark. “It’s a them. Therefore, if lightning strikes a home or a building, it Let them know what you have to celebrate and a little about really great resource for area families.” will follow the wiring or plumbing to the ground, according how you have succeeded so they can share your sense of A complete kitchen opens up into the community room. to Jensenius. accomplishment. Small victories add up. People can walk out of the community room to a patio with “In Uganda and some of the other African countries, many • Stay focused on your primary goals for your business. a beautiful view of the creek and other amenities of the par- people live in huts or homes that don’t have any wiring or Your long-term goals can affect the decisions you make in cel, which will also include an amphitheatre in the near plumbing. So if lightning strikes those homes, it doesn’t your first year. The reverse is also true. If necessary, revisit future. have a path to follow to the ground,” Jensenius said. your business plan. This is the best way to make the tough Clark said they plan to celebrate their one-year anniver- While these events are rare in the U.S., there is a possibil- decisions about how to spend your valuable time and avoid sary with a big party on June 11, in conjunction with the big ity of it happening if proper lightning safety precautions are feeling overwhelmed. Not every task demands perfection. community summer celebration and their summer reading not followed. For example, in events where people gather in • Lastly, keep your perspective. Every entrepreneur has program kickoff from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. unsafe structures, such as in an outdoor tent for a wedding bad days, difficult customers and unfortunate setbacks. “The entire Heart of Cedar Springs will be buzzing with or a reunion. Don’t let them snowball, sapping your energy and produc- fun activities, games, animals (no, not the kids!), the City, “There is a possibility that if lightning were to strike the tivity and leaving you totally discouraged. Remembering the Fire Dept., the Chamber, local organizations—everyone tent or nearby, there could be a large number of people killed why you’re in business for yourself will do wonders to re- is getting in on celebrating all that is wonderful in Cedar or seriously injured by a lightning strike,” Jensenius said. store your faith in tomorrow. Springs!” said Clark. While it is a concern in the U.S., the likelihood of that Contact SCORE “Counselors to America’s Small Busi- “I want to personally thank all of you for the part you happening is rare because there are often safe buildings ness” for guidance on how to make the most of your home- played, and still play, in the success of our new library; and nearby so most people are inside where it is safe. based business. SCORE is a nonprofit organization of for being forward-thinking to the amphitheater and other “If you’re outside at some kind of outdoor event, just sim- volunteer business counselors who provide free and confi- projects. The Library is just one example of what we can do ply go in your car and stay there for at least 30 minutes after dential business mentoring to small business owners. Call as a team. Every day that we can work and serve our com- the last clasp of thunder,” Jensenius said. 1-800/634-0245 for the SCORE chapter nearest you, or munity in this new, spacious building is a blessing, and it The best way to avoid these deadly events is to go inside find a counselor online at www.score.org. You may also call all happened in our CBDT (Community Building Develop- a substantial, safe building during a storm. the Grand Rapids Chapter of SCORE at 1-616-771-0305 or ment Team) meetings with Kurt Mabie’s reminders to look find a counselor online at www.scoregrandrapids.org. up and say, ‘What’s best for Cedar Springs?’ That was our guiding star…and still is. On the ground there are things to complain about, but that’s why we look up! “I’ve often said that God could have given us a new Li- Sports...continued from page 8 brary building years ago, but now, after years of the process Pistol will take place on Saturday, June 23, at the Grand to the summer games, and I think this will be appealing of working together, we have a community library! Thank Rapids Rifle and Pistol Club (1331 Nagel Ave SW Wy- to people who want to get in the shooting range, be com- you all for helping our community get to this special day! oming, MI 49509). Footgolf will take place at Stormy petitive and have some fun,” said shooting sports director, You are all invited to come to the Heart of CS on June 11 Creek Footgolf Course on Sunday, June 24 (3450 36th St Ron Carr. “I’m eager to see more shooting sports in the to celebrate!” Kentwood, MI 49512). State Games, and I’m honored to be able to coordinate this Footgolf sport director, Mirza Causevic, talked about the event.” addition of footgolf to the Meijer State Games of Michi- Registration is now open for most sports. There is an es- follow us on facebook gan. “Footgolf is a twist of golf and soccer, which I think timated 8,000+ athletes participating in over 40 sporting will draw interest from all age groups.” “Participants can events in this year’s Summer Games. For more information www.facebook.com/ expect to play 18 holes with a soccer ball, in a competitive about registration, please visit www.stategamesofmichigan. cedarspringspost environment.” com/summer-games-sports-lineup/. Registration is located Ron Carr will be running this year’s shooting events. on each sports page. “There are three new shooting divisions being introduced Are you embarrassed and tired of having to cover your mouth every time you smile? 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