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Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers or big brothers are invited to bring their sons (ages 8-16) for a fun filled Father/Son weekend, March 8-10, at Camp Daggett. Cost is $150 for father/son, plus $50 for each additional son. Space is limited and registration is on a first come first served basis. Participants can expect a weekend of fun and adventure as they try their hands at various outdoor activities and enjoy wild game lunches and dinners in front of the lodge fireplace. For additional information or to register, please contact Ed Leverenz at Camp Daggett, 231-347-9742 ext 112.
If you’re looking for a way to beat the winter blues, or want to schedule a birthday party or family retreat at the Camp Daggett Adventure Center, the cost is $20 per person, which includes initiatives and high climbing walls, plus a room to do cake and ice cream. Minimum for this three-hour event is 15 people for a total of $300. It’s a great way to spend the day, play and learn together.
Registration is now open for Camp Daggett summer camp. Applications are available online or at area schools and local chambers of commerce. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrants for the first week of camp, June 16-22, get $50 off the registration fee.
To learn more about Camp Daggett, visit www.campdaggett.org or call executive director, Brent Marlatt at 347-9742.
“The generosity of our Members never ceases to amaze me! Truly our communities live and breathe the Credit Union Philosophy of People Helping People! What a joy and privilege it is to be an instrument in organizing such a great effort to help feed those who are having a difficult time this year!” said Lisa Bandlow, Education and Marketing Manager for Forest Area Federal Credit Union.
The food pantries which will be receiving the funds raised this year’s fundraiser include: Living Word Church, St. Theresa’s Church, Colfax Community Church and the Free Methodist Church food pantries in the Manton area, the Methodist Church of Kingsley food pantry, KAIR Food Pantry of Kalkaska and the Fife Lake Food Pantry in Fife Lake.
About Forest Area Federal Credit Union
As a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative, Forest Area Federal Credit Union is committed to their members. They uphold the fundamental responsibility to actively serve people within their field of membership and the communities in which they live. Forest Area FCU treats all members with dignity and respect and offer honest, fair deals to all members at all times. Forest Area Federal Credit Union delivers a range of low cost products and services to the diverse economic and social make-up of their members and potential members. Forest Area Federal Credit Union looks for better ways to reach out to the underserved in their field of membership. Finally, they will continually, in all facets of their operation, demonstrate the value of membership in Forest Area Federal Credit Union. To learn more about Forest Area Federal Credit Union visit www.forestarea.com or find them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/
Forest Area Federal Credit Union’s field of membership as a Community Chartered Credit Union is as follows: Persons who live, regularly work, worship, or attend school in and businesses and other legal entities or immediate family members located in Kalkaska County, Michigan, Wexford County, Michigan, the townships of Union, Fife Lake, Paradise, Grant, and Mayfield of Grand Traverse County, Michigan, and Mancelona Township of Antrim County.
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It is with great pride the Scenic Trails Council and Gearld R Ford Council are now the President Gearald R Ford Field Service Council. Combining 25 counties named after the only Eagle Scout President. Click stcbsa.org for details
Boy Scouts of America provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. What’s missing? YOU! Click scouting.org for a program near you.
For over a century, The Boy Scouts of America has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. Click scouting.org for a program near you
The Boy Scouts of America believes — and, through over a century of experience, knows that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society. Click scouting.org for a program near you
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Third Level Crisis Intervention Center has openings for volunteers and
interns. Do you like challenges, helping people with diverse backgrounds and working as a team? Do people tell you that you're a good listener? Third Level Crisis Center is looking for volunteers and interns that want to make a difference in the community to join our crisis counseling team. Minimum qualifications: 18 year of age, 150 hour commitment, pass criminal
background check, some computer experience. Free 40 hour training provided. Please contact Third Level Volunteer and Training Manager, Ryan DeMarsh or access our website at www.thirdlevel.org<http://www.thirdlevel.org/>; and look for more information under the Community Education page to download a volunteer application and to view the training schedule. Take the chance to help someone in need! Serving Northern Lower Michigan for 40 years, Third Level provides immediate, free, flexible services. Services include 24/7 crisis counseling, a free legal aid clinic, Pete's Place youth shelter, youth and family services, street outreach, information & referral services and more.
Third Level Crisis Intervention Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) organization.
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UNITED WAY Campaign!
Do you want to be part of the 1%?
(That is, donors who will provide the final 1% of our campaign goal.)
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Campaign Reaches 99% Do you want to be part of the 1%? (That is, donors who will provide the final 1% of our campaign goal.) |
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If you haven't yet made a donation this year, please consider doing so today. If we reach our goal, the Frey Foundation will award a $20,000 challenge grant. Most importantly, your funds will help us meet our community's most pressing needs for Education, Income and Health services. Donate now via our secure server. Or you can donate by mail. Thank you! and thanks to the 99% who has gotten us this far! |
| Benefit Access Initiative is Under Way |
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Every day that passes, there are many obstacles in the way for our struggling Northern Michigan families. These obstacles have become so large that some of these families have no idea where or whom to turn to for help.
We have launched a new program that is responding to this need. The Benefit Access Initiative is here to help families identify and access services that can help them improve their financial stability. Read More |
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Business Sponsorship Opportunities We know that local businesses are bombarded with requests to donate or sponsor various worthy causes. We also know that your marketing and donation budgets are limited and often committed early in the year. By providing you with this menu of Sponsorship Opportunities, we can help you plan the biggest bang for your buck. Each opportunity offers recognition for your support. By supporting one or more of our activities, you can target your visibility. For example, sponsorship of the Instant Wine Cellar will reach young professionals. Support for our campaign awards will reach business and other donors. Day of Caring sponsorship reaches seniors (and others). Please let us know what your philanthropic goals are and we can advise you. We are currently seeking sponsorships for the Instant Wine Cellar Event April 20 Sponsor the Wine Cellar |
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Peer Support Group
Adults with OCD, Family and Friends
2nd Tuesday of Every Month 7-9pm
Community Health Education Center at Northern Michigan Hospital
Petoskey, MI
Let me know if you need anything else, or have any questions.
Take Care, Kevin Putman (231) 838-9501
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Students and parents will have a unique opportunity to explore a wide variety of higher education options at the Fifth Annual Northern Michigan College Night on Thursday, March 21th, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The free college fair will be hosted by Charlevoix High School, 5200 Marion Center Rd., Charlevoix.
Designed for high school juniors, sophomores, and their families, College Night introduces students and their parents to representatives from over 40 post-secondary institutions.
Participants will receive important information about educational planning, gather literature, speak one-on-one with representatives from these institutions, and visit displays from various trade schools, colleges, universities, and the armed forces.
For more information, students may contact Charlevoix High School at 231-547-8206.
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Soul Street Dance Company
Closes the 2012-‘13 Performing Arts Season with a Pop an’ Lock!
“Soul Street Dance wowed audiences with mind boggling fast changing footsteps, front and back somersaults, cart wheels either one-armed or completely in the air, outrageous figures.” The Siegen Daily – Germany
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RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVES IN APRIL
| Petoskey | 04/05/2013 | American Red Cross Petoskey | 2350 Mitchell Park Drive | 12:00 PM - 5:45 PM |
| Petoskey | 04/08/2013 | Knights of Columbus Council 923 | 1106 Charlevoix Avenue | 10:00 AM - 3:45 PM |
| Cheboygan | 04/09/2013 | Knights of Columbus Hall | 7915 S. US 27 Highway | 12:00 PM - 5:45 PM |
| Bellaire | 04/11/2013 | St. Luke's Catholic Church | 3038 South M-88 | 12:00 PM - 5:45 PM |
| Traverse City | 04/12/2013 | Arbors of Traverse Apartments | 2955 Leggett Drive | 12:00 PM - 5:45 PM |
| Petoskey | 04/15/2013 | North Central Michigan College | 1515 Howard Street | 10:00 AM - 3:45 PM |
| Boyne Falls | 04/17/2013 | Boyne Falls School | 01662 M-75 South | 10:00 AM - 3:45 PM |
| Petoskey | 04/18/2013 | Community Health Education Center | 360 Connable | 8:00 AM - 1:45 PM |
| Boyne City | 04/19/2013 | Boyne City High School | 1035 Boyne Ave | 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM |
| Petoskey | 04/19/2013 | American Red Cross Petoskey | 2350 Mitchell Park Drive | 10:00 AM - 3:45 PM |
| Boyne City | 04/22/2013 | St. Matthew Catholic Church | 1303 Boyne Avenue | 12:00 PM - 5:45 PM |
| East Jordan | 04/23/2013 | East Jordan High School | 101 Maple Street | 8:30 AM - 1:15 PM |
| Petoskey | 04/24/2013 | Petoskey High School Old Gym | 1500 Hill Street | 8:00 AM - 1:45 PM |
| Mancelona | 04/25/2013 | North Central Academy | 5055 Corey Road | 2:00 PM - 6:45 PM |
| Traverse City | 04/25/2013 | Traverse City Elks Lodge 323 | 625 Bay Street | 12:00 PM - 5:45 PM |
| Charlevoix | 04/29/2013 | Charlevoix High School | 5200 Marion Center Rd. | 8:30 AM - 2:15 PM |
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Endurance Evolution is excited to announce that the Sleeping Bear Marathon & Half Marathon has joined the Great Lakes Marathon Series, a collection of 25 marathons in the U.S. and Canada that take place along the great lakes. The second annual Sleeping Bear Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 6, 2013.
For further information, please contact: Eric Houghton or Joel Gaff, Jr. at 231.715.1406 or info@enduranceevolution.com
The award will be presented during the club’s 93rd annual father and son banquet at 6 p.m. on April 27 at the East Jordan High School cafeteria.
Nominations should include the nominee’s name, address and phone number, a brief biography of the nominee and an explanation of why the nominee should be father of the year. Nominations should also include the name, address and phone number of the nominator. Completed nominations should be sent to P.O. Box 195, East Jordan, MI 49727.
Cost for the banquet is $10 for adults and $5 for students - preschool-age children are free.
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