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If you have a closet full of gently used coats, your local Girl Scouts will find them a home for someone in need...Girl Scout troop # 362 is presently doing a coat drive ....looking for gently used, clean coats for citizens of Charlevoix County who may be in need. Coats will be distributed for free to families of need through "Tabitha's Closet" located at the Assembly of God Church in Charlevoix. Locations to drop off coats... Ed's Used Cars & Huntington Bank, for more information call Missy Bender 231-357-2255 or Michelle Nowka 231-536-2532
November 1
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NOrthern Michigan Astronomy Club (NOMAC) Meeting Anyone interested in learning more about the night sky is invited to attend the first regularly scheduled meeting of NOrthern Michigan Astronomy Club (NOMAC) at 7:30 pm on Thursday, November 3rd at Raven Hill Discovery Center. The newly formed group will present "Finding Your Way Around the Night Sky", an exciting program for astronomers, both beginning and advanced, or anyone just interested in learning more about our heavenly neighbors, both near and far, like the moon, planets, constellations and nebula. The program will provide information about what to look for and where as you gaze at the skies over northern lower Michigan, with or without a telescope. Presenters, Bryan Shumaker and Rod Cortright are both avid amateur astronomers and will share their expertise with the group. If the weather cooperates and the skies are clear, the group will move to the Center's Moon Base to see the night sky through Raven Hill's 16 inch reflecting telescope! Raven Hill has one of the best observing sites in all Michigan with its dark sky and low horizons. Anyone interested in bringing their own telescopes is more than welcome to do so. Plans are for NOMAC to meet at 7:30 pm on the first Thursday of each month at Raven Hill, so if you can't make the meeting on November 3rd, mark your calendar for Thursday, December 1st. Call Cheri at 231.536.3369 or email http://info@ravenhilldiscoverycenter.org for more information. Registrations are appreciated, but not required. There is no charge for the program.
November 4
Auction. We have everything from Disney Tickets to Homemade treats! Doors open at 6:30 at the Ellsworth Wesylan Church. Don't miss out on the great items that have been donated! Proceeds to directly to the Ebenezer Christian School!
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Antonio (Tony) Cutler
Ray Fisher (Incumbent)
Kathryn Froysaa
Carron Rogers (Incumbent)
Rebecca Rowbotham
Tinea Spence (Incumbent)
Lee Symonds
Paul Timmons (Incumbent)
November 9
November 10
East Jordan will be holding a Winter Farmer's Market on the 2nd Thursday of each month starting November 10, 2012. The market will be held in the East Jordan Civic Center from 10 AM - 2 PM. Many of your favorites from the summer market will be there.
November 11
Veterans Day Breakfast & Program. 8:15 a.m. breakfast and program at 8:50 a.m. at the Ellsworth High School.
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November 12
Cider Making Demo- Saturday, November 12th, 12pm- Join the Martha Wagbo Farm and Education Center for our monthly potluck program! Potluck lunch starts at 12pm. Bring a dish to pass if you want, but it's not mandatory. Wagbo provides drinks and table service. The presentation begins at 1 pm. Homebrewers Keith Kintigh and Jason Stephens will provide an introduction to the art of making "hard" cider. Discussion will include history of cider making, the role of apple varieties, and the importance of yeast choice. Free and open to the public. Located three miles south of East Jordan. For more info, call 231-536-0333 or email mailto:info@wagbo.org.
The Jordan River Arts Council is pleased to announce its 21st Annual Holiday Arts and Craft Fair. Always held the second Saturday in November, the 2011 event will be November 12, from 10 AM until 4:00 PM. at the East Jordan High School, East Jordan. The Holiday Fair is a juried show with the works by over 45 artists. All items are the original work of the artist. The entry way showcases each of the exhibitors work which includes: photography, paintings, pottery, glass work, jewelry, fiber works such as quilts coverlets, clothing items and doll clothes, batiks, basketry and gift baskets, homemade jams and jellies, holiday decorations, wood items, home made candles and more. The artists booths not only are found in the gymnasium area, but also in the halls and the cafeteria area. Some of the artists will be working in their booth creating their original works in front of you. All items are for sale.
Also on sale will be the JRAC Cookbook, "Flavors and Visions," Candles, T-shirts and the Writers Group recently published book, "Writings."
The Holiday Art Fair has always been known for it's great gourmet menu featuring soups in a bread bowl, and sandwiches. Also their famous holiday salad, and of course, the unbelievable dessert table.
Admission is by donation at both High School entrances. This event is a major fund raiser used especially for the JRAC scholarship fund. The Jordan River Arts Council is an all volunteer organization, serving as a leader of East Jordan's cultural community by providing a wide range of fine art experiences for persons of all ages often working with other organizations and the schools.Many members and non members provide the work force for this event. For other information including requirements to exhibit, to work, or how to become a member please contact Howard Ellis, 231 536 2152 or 231 536 3385 .
It's a FAMILY AFFAIR at Raven Hill Discovery Center every second Saturday in 2011-next up: November 12th from noon to 4 pm. Thanks to a grant awarded by the Petoskey Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation, the Center will offer FREE ADMISSION and special science activities for families on the second Saturday of each month in 2011. Bring the whole family "team" OR make it a special event for parent and child. There will be fun problem-solving demos & activities to fit various ages, abilities and interests every month. Family groups can strengthen creative & critical thinking skills by trying a different science challenge each month, plus enjoy the museum, animals and outdoor exhibits. The focus in November will be surface tension. Learn how water striders can run around on a pond's surface and do fun hands-on experiments with surface tension. Take one surface tension activity home to entertain everyone over Thanksgiving break. Then, watch for other fun events on December 10, 2011 and make plans to join us again for the last Second Saturday Science in 2011.
Backporch Coffeehouse is moving this fall to the refurbished Charlevoix Senior Citizen Center, 06906 Norwood Rd., Charlevoix!
The music series will take place on the second Saturday of each month, beginning in November and running through May, 2012. The first musical evening will be held on Saturday, November 12th, featuring Celtic and Folk music. “Weaving the Wind” is the duo of Linda Hammond and Gretchen VanLoozen. These two talented women from Northern Michigan accompany their beautiful harmony vocals with a variety of instruments, including Celtic harp and flute, and guitars.
The featured performers will share their music from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Following the scheduled performers, we will have a “circle jam session”. Suggested donations for the evening are $5/individual, $10/family. All donations are for the scheduled performer(s). Light refreshments are available at no additional charge. For information, contact Pam Luce at 231-622-2944.
Directions to the Charlevoix Senior Center: From US-31 (Bridge St.), turn west on Carpenter St. (between the Pizza Hut and Flap Jack Shack). Travel .7 mile, turn left into parking area, or turn left on Norwood Rd. to park in front of the Senior Center. The facility is fully accessible.
November 13
Come out and celebrate at the East Jordan Community Pool. Meet the Staff, see the expanded schedule, see some exciting demonstrations, have refreshments and win door prizes. Sunday, 2-5 p.m. Free open swimming for all ages 3-5 p.m. during the event.
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An educational exhibit, "The Magic of the Mask" will open Sunday, October 16 with a reception at the Jordan River Art Center for artists and friends. Most persons when thinking of the mask, Halloween comes to mind. However, the mask has been used by man for over 30,000 years in all cultures for many different reasons. They are the most ancient means of changing identity and assuring a new persona. Masks are used to entertain, distract, provoke, inspire fear, instruct audiences, transform, project, hide, and sometimes to break rules. The exhibit will expose this concept. The ideas of who, when, and why of the mask will be explored throughout the exhibit. The exhibit is divided into four different groups.First, area schools were invited to participate. JRAC provided a DVD and a a study sheet. with JRAC personnel going to each school. Often supplies were given as needed. Second, some local artists were invited to participate by making a mask in their own media. Third, cultural masks of the past were loaned by persons or businesses. Fourth, protective masks as used today were collected. Over 300 masks made by students are exhibited. Schools participating are Alba10th grade; Antrim Concord Montessori, Bellaire High and Middle school; Boyne City, 4th and 5th Grades, Central Lake, High school; East Jordan, High school; Ebenezer Christian, K through 8; Ellsworth school; Mancelona, High school. Artists participating are: Christ Miner, Doug DeLind, Cynthia Tschudy, Julie and Joel Stoppel, Glen and Cindy McCune, Steve Toornman, Meredith Krell, John Stevens, Jackie Trimble, Sylvia Walworth, Peggy Midener, Millie Janka, Char Smith, Pat and Andy Poineau, Babs Young, and Melissa Zelanek.Masks on loan are from East Jordan EMS and Fire Department, Raven Hill Discovery Center, East Jordan Iron Works, North West Scuba Dive Shop, Red Messa Grill, Maple Ridge Dentistry, Bonnie Burnett. Carol McCarus, Jane Diller, Peggy Midener, Brian Froud, John Stevens, Jeannie Buick, Nancy Carey, and Sylvia Walworth.The exhibit runs through Nov. 7, open daily from 1-4 pm at the Jordan River Art Center 301 Main St., East Jordan. Guided tours with hands on experiences are available to school groups. for more information or to schedule tours contact curators, Jane Diller, 231 582 6399; or Cynthia Tschudy, 231 544 6167.
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Mom-2-Mom Sale will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011 at the East Jordan Elementary School from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. It's not just a Baby/Kid/Teenager's sale - It's an EVERYTHING SALE! It's first come first serve so call Gretchen Bender to reserve your space NOW! (231-350-0760) Booth Space @ $25.00/ Tables available for rent if needed @ $2.00 each.
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November 24
Community Thanksgiving Dinner - Thursday, November 24, 2011 1:00 p.m. Social Hour 2:00 p.m.Dinner served. Don't be alone on Thanksgiving. Let us break bread together! St. Joseph's Social Hall, 205 Nicholls St. East Jordan. Table games for children and adults will be available. Please join us!
Ruth Skop and the Kiwanis Club of Boyne City are organizing a Turkey Trot 5K race and 1-mile fun run/walk to be held at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving morning. The race will begin and end at Veterans Park. Entry fee, including a T-shirt is $15 by Nov. 11 or $20 after. Family entry fee is $30 in advance or $35 after, including two T-shirts. For further information contact Ruth Skop at 582-3416 or Bob South at 582-3200. Entrants are asked to bring a canned good or non-perishable food item that will be donated to the Boyne area food pantries.
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