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United Ways Power

of the Purse, a memorable

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This coming Tuesday is opening day, and there are several

Buck Poles in the area where hunters can proudly display the

successful result of that opening day hunt, and maybe win a

great prize for their efforts.

Local musician Margaret Madagame performed at the

2010 Gaylord Memory Walk, Swim, Skate event. This

year the Candlelight Vigil will be held Friday evening,

November 11th, and the Walk, Swim, Skate will be held

at the Otsego County Sportsplex on Saturday,

November 12th from 9 am until noon.

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ing day, which isnt telling hunters

eagerly anticipating the crack of

dawn on November 15th any-

thing they dont already know.

What they may not be aware of,

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al Buck Poles in the area where

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cessful result of that opening day

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for their efforts.

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There are approximately 5.4 million

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By Jim Akans

Friday, November 11th is Veterans Day, a datedesignate each year honoring those who haveserved and are serving our country in the military.It is not a date that was arbitrarily set; rather, itmarks the occasion of an a rmistice that was calledon November 11 at 11 am in 1918, ending hostili-ties between Allied nations and Germany during

World War I.

About the time the final treaty ending that terri-ble conflict was signed the following June,President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the 11thday of the 11 month to be Armistice Day, and manycommunities hold memorial ceremonies at the11th hour on this holiday. Armistice Day becamean official holiday in 1938, was given the name

Veterans Day in 1954, and while the date movedaround a bit during the early 1970s, it was re-anchored to the 11th day of the 11th month by a

law signed by President Gerald Ford in 1975.

Please take time this Friday, November 11th, to

honor and recognize the service of those veterans

and active military personnel and if possible,

attend one of the many ceremonies being held in

Northern Lower Michigan communities com-

memorating this special day. And to those who

have or are serving; THANK YOU!

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Opening their doors in June of 2007 as the Alpine Oven, and transforming intothe new Alpine Tavern & Eatery in 2010, this popular Gaylord destination hasbecome the spot in town where friends gather to enjoy delicious breakfasts,lunches and dinners in a relaxed, open, family-friendly setting that also features

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Never mind deer camp, the most anticipatedNovember event for many Northern Lower Michiganarea women this coming week is the Otsego CountyUnited Ways Power of the Purse, a memorableevening featuring great food, musical entertain-ment, silent and live purse auctions, and a whole lotof camaraderie and fun. It all takes place this com-ing Wednesday evening, November 16th, from 5:30to 9:30 pm at the Otsego Club and Resort in Gaylord.

This has always been a very popular fundraisingevent for the United Way, states Otsego CountyUnited Way Executive Director, Lorraine Manary.We will have a wide variety of beautiful and uniquepurses to bid one, a delicious meal prepared fromthe holiday menu at The Otsego Club, and speedpainting artist Martina Hahn will be creating a spe-

cial painting during the event that will be raffled to alucky winner.Manary notes there will also be a new element to

this years Power of the Purse event; a special Wall of Winefrom which attendees can bid for one or more bottles of sea-sonal cheer to take home for just $20 each.

The catch is, she points out, the bottles will be wrapped sothe bidder wont know what they are getting until t hey actuallyunwrap them. Each will be valued at a minimum of $20, so it

will be an exciting surprise that is well worth the amount theywill be bidding.

And the proceeds from those bids, as well bids for the silentand live auction items and a portion of the ticket price, will beutilized to help fund the many community and agency pro-grams the United Way supports all year long.

This is the major fundraising event we hold during our fallcampaign season, Lorraine Manary affirms. The United Way

works on many levels to support the building blocks for essen-tial programs in our community, focusing on the areas ofhealth, education and income.

The 2011 Power of the Purse e vent is being sponsored by the

Solo io Institute for Anti-Agin and Rejuvenation, PaxtonResources and Treetops Resort. Local realtor, Bill Blaker, willonce again serve as the charismatic auctioneer for the evening,and Jim Akans and members of his band; Stormfront will beplaying live music prior to the start of the auction. Rumor hasis there may even be a few impressive cartwheels down the run-

way during the live auction eventManary points out that tickets for the event, which are $40

per person, are going fast, and seating is limited. Those whocheck out the Otsego County United Ways Facebook page mayeven find a special deal still available on ticket purchases.

Dont go hunting in t he cold outdoors, come hunt for a fabu-lous purse and join the fun in the warm, elegant setting of theOtsego Club on Wednesday evening, November 16th starting at5:30 pm.

To reserve your spot, or for additional information, contactPam Beasinger at the Otsego County United Way at (989) 732-

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that as many as one in eight people 65 years and over have

been diagnosed with this terrible affliction, and it has earned

the rather unwelcome status of being the fifth leading cause of

death for those over 65.

This coming weekend, there are two events happening in

the Gaylord community, organized by the Gaylord Memory

Walk, Swim, Skate for Alzheimers Committee and the Otsego

County Commission on Aging, that provide an extraordinary

opportunity to honor those who have been stricken by

Alzheimers and show your support in helping the Alzheimers

Association move forward in the cause for care and in

research for a cure.

On Friday evening, November 11th, a Candlelight Vigil will

be held at the Alten Zimmer Dining Room on Grandview

Boulevard in Gaylord beginning at 6 pm. This touching cere-

mony honors those who suffer with Alzheimers, offers a

remembrance of those who have succumbed to the disease,

and recognizes the many caretakers who tend to the needs

and spirits of those aff licted by it.

On Saturday, November 12th, the 14th Annual Gaylord

Walk, Swim, Skate for Alzheimers will take place at the Otsego

County Sportsplex in Gaylord. The Alzheimers Associations

Memory Walk is the nations largest event for raising aware-

ness of and funding for the care and support of those afflicted

by Alzheimers, and for research that will someday lead to a

cure. This is the only event in Michigan that offers participants

the chance to skate or swim as part of the program.

Its easy to become a champion to help end Alzheimers and

participate in this event.

Simply visit the www.alz.org website a nd follow the Walk

link at the top of the page.

You can also register right at the event on Saturday.

Registration begins at 8:30 am, the Opening Ceremony will

begin at 9 am, and activities will start after the opening and

run until 11:30, when the Closing Ceremony will take place.

There will be a raffle drawing held during the Closing

Ceremony. Tickets are $20 each, a maximum 300 tickets will

be sold, with a grand prize of $1,000, first runner up is $300,

second runner up is $100, and there will be seven $50 prizes.

Tickets can be purchased (call the Otsego County

Commission on Aging at 989-732-1122 for info) up to and

including the morning of the event. All funds raised will help

with research and provide supportive services right here in

Northern Michigan.Many volunteers assist to make the walk possible, and Max

Broock Realtors, Real Estate One, Johnstone & Johnstone,

Comfort Keepers, and Brookdale Senior Living have stepped

forward as the major sponsors for the walk. There will be sev-

eral vendors in the lobby area of the Otsego County Sportsplex

during the event, and local musician Jim Akans will provide

live music.

Please join the Candlelight Vigil on November 11th, and the

2011 Gaylord Walk, Swim, Skate for Alzheimers this November

12th and become a part of the effort the Alzheimers

Association is taking every day in the cause for care and

research for a cure.

Veterans Day Continued...

Become a championcontinued...

Buck Pole continued...

AtlAntA There will be a ceremony at the VeteransMonument at 11 am on Friday.

CheboygAnOn Friday morning, there will be studentpresentations and a guest speaker at Cheboygan High School

starting at 8:15 am, the public is invited. Chris Graham will bethe guest speaker, and there will be a reading of the Voices of

Democracy essay winner and music by the high school band.Other ceremonies at area schools will include;

Thursday, November 10, 2011

Bishop Baraga School -10:00am - 10:45amEast Side School - 2:00 pm -2:30pmFriday, November 11, 2011

Cornerstone Christian School - 9:15am - 9:45amWest Side School - 10:00am- 10:30amFamilies are asked to remove flags and flag holders from the

veterans grave and store the flag holder for the winter to beput back on the veterans grave in May of 2012.

Also, the Vietnam Veterans Chapter 274 Christmas for

Kids Toy Drive in progress. Drop off boxes are at Glens,Dollar General and Walmart. Contact Tracy Heath, 231-445-1029, if you know a family in need this Christmas or leave a

message at the Vietnam Veterans Chapter 274 their numberis 231-625-2902.

gAylord The Annual Gaylord Middle School programwill begin with coffee and doughnuts at 9 am, f ollowed by thestudent presentation. After the program, at 11 am, a ceremo-ny at the Veterans memorial in front of the County

Courthouse. VFW Post 1518, The Eagles, Elks, Ladies Auxiliary,the 4th Degree of the Knights of Columbus and SheriffMcBride will all present wreaths at the service.

grAyling - The Crawford County Commission on Aging& Senior Center would like to invite the public to join us for aspecial Veterans Day program honoring all Veterans on Friday,November 11th at 11:00 am. There will be patriotic music,inspirational readings and all Veterans will be recognized.The program will last about 1 hour with lunch following. All

Veterans will eat free. No registration necessary. For moreinformation, contact the Senior Center at (989) 348-7123.

indiAn river Events on Veterans Day, November 11thwill include;

8:45 am Wolverine Elementary School 5th grade breakfastby the Wolverine American Legion and Indian River VFW

11:00 am Memorial Service at the Topinabee Cemetery atthe graveside of Sgt. Walter E. Hutchinson

4:30 6:30 pm Join with Pastor Bob Moody of Joy

Fellowship Church at the Cross in the Woods Family Centerfor an Eat for Heat dinner with honors paid to our commu-nitys military verterans

6:45 pm Candlelight Memoria Service at Cochoran-Roberts Post 7439 VFW Indian River Ladies Auxiliary withreading of the names listed on The Memorial Wall.Refreshments to follow the ceremony provided by the

Cochran-Roberts Post 7439 VFW and Ladies Auxiliary

JohAnnesburg/lewiston - A Veterans DayCeremony will be held on Friday, November 11th at the

Johannesburg-Lewiston School. It is being put on by the VFWand the American Legion. Breakfast will be served by the stu-dents at 8:15 am and a presentation/ceremony will be held

afterward.

Petoskey - Veterans and their families are invited to a freebreakfast at the North Central Michigan College cafeteria on

Friday, November 11, from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. The collegesStudent Veterans Association and Chase Bank are sponsoringthe event to show appreciation to our local veterans and their

families.No reservations are necessary.

Boyne City- Boyne Coop True Value will be holding a Buck

Pole Contest Nov. 15-16. Register by 5:30 p.m. Nov. 14, at theCoop, 113 S. Park St., Boyne City. The registration fee is $20,

and there will be prizes for the top scores for men, women,

youth and overall score. The Coop is donating 25% of the

proceeds to the Boyne City Food Pantry. Free hot dogs and

beverages will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 15 and 16.

Mancelona - Mancelona Chamber of Commerce plays

host to northern Michigan's oldest and most popular Buck

Pole, November 15 and 16, downtown Mancelona (at the

traffic light on US 131 at M-88). The contest opens at daylight

on November 15, and runs continuously until 7:00 p.m. on

November 16.

Hunters gather every year to share stories, photos and

enjoy the warming tent, food booths, bonfire and chances to

win great cash prizes. The buck pole also features a raffle

drawing with numerous prizes.

Lucky hunters are invited to register their deer at the buck

pole. For a $5 registration fee, theyll receive a cap, patch andphoto of themselves with their deer. The deer will be hung

on the buck pole and hang your deer on the pole the hunter

will have a chance to win a cash prize.

All registration money received goes into the "Lucky

Hunter" drawing. One name will be pulled out, and that

Lucky Hunter will receive all registration money, with a guar-

anteed minimum prize of $200, regardless of the size of the

deer!

Indian River - Northern Michigans Largest Buck Pole at

Pat & Garys Party Store #1 all day on November 15th. Pre reg-

istration is by closing time on the 14th at the store. There is

no cost to register. Everyone who registers and brings in a

buck will get a prize. The First Prize is a Kimber 8400 LA

Classic, 270 Winchester with Leopold 3-9 Scope. Second

prize is a Browning A-Bolt .308 Redfield 4-12 Scope. Third is

a Marlin .243 Sightron 3-9 Scope. There tons of other prizes,

over 100 prizes total, most donated by local businesses.

Prizes awarded after last bucks are brought in by 8 pm on

the 15th deadline

Mackinaw Outfitters Buck Pole in Mackinaw City. Buck

pole will be located in front of the store and will be open

from Tuesday, November 15th through Saturday, November

19th. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 9 am until 6 pm,

Friday from 9 am until 8 pm, and Saturday from 9 am until 5

pm. There is no registration required.Prizes will be awarded at 5 pm on Saturday, and will

include; first youth, first male and first female to bring in a

buck. All bucks that are entered will be eligible for the grand

prize drawing on Saturday. Prizes are; First Place; $250 gift

certificate, Second Place; $100 gift certificate, Third Place;

$25 gift certificate.

Grayling Skips Sport Shop- 53rd Annual Buck Pole.

Awards will be given out Tuesday, November 15th &

Wednesday, November 16th at Skips Sports Shop. Get your

Orange Coat Round-Up Buttons early for only $2.00 (avail-

able at Skips Sports Shop, the Grayling Chamber and around

town). Helps support operationof the Grayling Buck Pole

(sponsored by the Camp Grayling Conservation Club).

Cash Awards for Bucks (may win in multiple categories):

First Deer Each Day, First 10 Deer Each Day, First Lady

Hunter Each Day, Youngest Hunter Each Day, Oldest Hunter

Each Day, Heaviest Buck Each Day & Biggest Rack Each Dayand SCOPED HUNTING RIFLE for Largest Scored Rack Over

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Hillman - The Hillman Area Chamber of Commerce is

holding their 2011 Buck Pole Contest on November 15th and

16ht. There is no entry fee, though bucks must be shot with-

in 25 miles of the Hillman area. The Buck Pole will be open

from sunrise until 9 pm. Prizes will included; Largest Rack

Marlin 30.06 Rifle, Second Largest Rack (Head Mount or

$250), Heaviest Buck (skin, cut and wrap by Morrisons

Market), 2nd Heaviest Buck (Gift Certificate), First Buck Each

Day (Gift Certificate), Lady with Largest Rack (Gift Package

from Northern Styles), Next two to Hang on Buck Pole (Gift

Certificates).

Vanderbilt The 24th annual Buck Pole will ber hosted

Elkhorn Grill on November 15th from 7 am to 7:30 pm. First,

Second and Third cash prizes for widest inside spread plus

points. Weight is tiebreaker. Several other prizes for first

buck, youngest male and female hunter and biggest youth

buck (16 & under) ,oldest hunter and most non-typical rack.

Bonfire, hot dogs chili, hot chocolate and coffee starting

around 5 pm.

Onaway(chamber) 989-733-2874 The Onaway Chamber

of Commerce presents Chamber will their annual Big Buck

Contest on opening day, November 15th, from 10 am until 7

pm. Bucks must remain on the pole until 7 pm. Biggest

Bucks (points and spread) - First Prize is a full shoulder

mount (Leaton & Judys Taxidermy), Second is a NuWay Stove

and Third is a set of Bushnell Binoculars (Parrotts Outpost)

and Fourth is a $50 gift certificate to Red Oak Gunsmithing.

Other prizes will include; Oldest Hunter ($60 gift card

Dans Meat Processing), Biggest Buck Hunter under 16

years old ($25 gift card Parrotts Outpost), Biggest Buck Woman Hunter ($25 gift card to Manzanas), and Youngest

Hunter (large pizza from Bobby Bs Pizza).

Lewiston ACE Hardware will Buck Pole on November

15th from daylight to dusk. Prizes to be determined.

Good luck to all hunters, and have a safe, enjoyable hunt.

NEMCSA - TEFAP (The Emergency Food Assistance Program)

USDA is an equal opportunity provider

Distribution: November 16th,

Wednesday 10:30 - 1pm at The United Way Building

ID- Michigan Drivers license or State ID cardProof of Address

(NO P.O. Boxes accepted) (Utility bill will show service address)You must sign an income declaration statement*

USDA Quarterly Surplus Food DistributionFor Low-Income Families and Seniors

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United Way at 732-8929

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Venus & Blue Jeansoffers gently used designer clothing,

accessories & home dcor itemsBy Jim Akans

Venus & Blue Jeans, launched by Cheryl Scheer in October

of 2009, is sort of a shabby chic boutique, primarily focusing

on consignment sales of upscale designer/brand name cloth-

ing items, from just a few years old to recently off the rack, dis-

played in a comfortable, easy to browse showroom on the

Westside of Gaylords downtown business district.

We have a wonderful assortment of name-brand clothing

and accessories, states Cheryl Scheer, often including Lucky

brand, Silver jeans, American Eagle, Abercrombie, Hollisterand Ralph Lauren. We encourage people to bring in their

designer and name brand items and consign them.

The selections at Venus & Blue Jeans also offer a wonderful

collection accessories such as purses, shoes and jewelry, as

well as a selection of home furnishings, jewelry and antiques.

The consignment arrangement at Venus & Blue Jeans is

refreshingly straightforward, offering a 50/50 split between

the shop and the consigner. Clothing items must be no more

than a few years old, clean, free of stains and in ready for the

rack conditions. Clothing is kept for 60 days, and is marked

down after 30 and 45 days. All consignment request must be

made by appointment

The atmosphere is friendly and upbeat, and there is plenty

of parking conveniently located right next to the shop.

Venus & Blue Jeans is open Monday through Friday from 11

am until 5:30 pm, and from 11 am until 4 pm on Saturday, islocated at 340 W. Main Street in Gaylord, and can be reached

at 989-731-2600.

The holiday spirit is rocking your way! Winter is approaching and with that comes Staffords

Downtown Petoskey Holiday Parade on Saturday, November

26 at 10 am. The parade will follow the traditional route from

the high school, down Mitchell Street (on one side of the

boulevard only), to Petoskey, Lake and Howard, ending at the

Perry Hotel where children can have those all-important con-

versations with Santa and see his reindeer as well. Join us for

a time of family, friends, and fun!

Staffords Hospitality is the title sponsor of the parade. The

parade theme this year is Rock Around the Clock. Downtown

is looking for area businesses and organizations to create the

best float, walking ensemble, or musical entry with rock-n-roll

as inspiration. The clock portion of the theme can also be

used, especially for companies celebrating anniversaries, or

where it is appropriate.

Applications are online at www.petoskeydowntown.com.

Applications should be faxed to 231-439-6399 by close of busi-ness November 21.

For more information on holiday events, contact

Downtown Events Coordinator, Kathy Bardins, at 231-487-

1188.

A turning point for our friends and neighbors in need has

arrived. Trained Call Specialists are now available to connect

people in Otsego County with services in their local commu-nities, thanks to the launch of a new community information

and referral toll free service. Lorraine Manary, Otsego

County United Way Executive Director, shared: 1-888-636-

4211 is a free telephone number that connects callers with

resources, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. People looking for

assistance can find it difficult to navigate the complicated

web of health and human service programs and often dont

know where to begin. Now, help is available by simply picking

up the phone and dialing this toll free number.

Manary added, any health and human service provider

who is curious about being included in the database or would

like to be listed can call the United Way or 2-1-1 and we will

provide you with a basic information form to complete. By

dialing 1-888-636-4211, callers will be connected with a

trained, caring professional who will assess their situation,

identify their needs and refer them to local resources who can

help. Individuals who need information on how to volunteer

or have items to donate to their community can also connect

by calling the same toll free number. The 2-1-1 Northeast

Michigan provides information and referral for:

- Basic Human Needs: food, clothing, shelter, utility assis-

tance, etc. - Physical and Mental Health: medical informa-

tion, crisis intervention services, support groups and coun-

seling, etc. - Support for Older Americans and People with

Disabilities: home health care, adult day care, independentliving, workforce training, Meals on Wheels, etc.

- Support for Children, Youth and Families: quality child-

care, early childhood programs, after-school programs, sum-

mer camps, mentoring, tutoring, etc. - Crisis Calls: suicidal

thoughts, domestic violence, Public Health Emergencies, etc.

As an outreach of 2-1-1 Northeast Michigan the agency is

offering residents of Otsego County the ability to GET CON-

NECTED and GET ANSWERS with the use of their toll free

number. Over the next several months, 2-1-1 Northeast

Michigan will continue to work toward achieving the neces-

sary approvals for providing coverage with its easier to

remember three digit phone number. Bringing this impor-

tant service to our region was very much a collaborative

effort. The Dow Chemical Company and Consumers Energy

are a leading force in bringing this service online in our

region. In addition, generous financial support has been

provided by: Otsego County Commissioners, Otsego County

United Way, GoodWill Industries, NEMCSA, Fox Farm

Consulting, and North Country Community Mental Health

For additional information, simply dial toll-free (888) 636-

4211, or visit our web site at: www.211nemichigan.org


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Consign Design100 Van Pelt Pl., Charlevoix231-237-9773www.consigndesign.net

Bergmann CenterResale Shop8888 Ance Road231-547-9624www.bergmanncenter.org

Kellys Antiques &Furniture Barn06176 Old US 31 S., Charlevoix

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Good SamaritanFurniture & More Store6517 Center St.Downtown Ellsworth231-588-2208thegoodsam.org

FREDERIC

Pineview Military Surplus7328 Old 27 NorthFrederic989-348-8300

GAYLORD

A-2-Z Resale1829 Old 27 South,

Gaylord989-732-9500

Goodwill Retail andDonation Center

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Harbor Springs231-348-2980

HARBOR SPRINGS

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Harbor Springs

231-347-8440

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Quality Sports & Tools

Consignment1221 W Conway Rd.

Harbor Springs

231-487-0152

www.qtsconsignments.com

INDIAN RIVER

Finders Keepers Antiques& Consignment Shop3639 S. Straits Hwy.

Indian River

231-238-5000

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Mancelona Food Pantry

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Mancelona

231-587-9606

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ONAWAY

Second Chance Thrift Store20420 State St., Onaway989-733-9671

PETOSKEY

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LOCAL NEWSNew stories updated daily on-line at www.weeklychoice.com

GAYLORDAuditions for Escanabain da moonlight

Auditions for Escanaba in daMoonlight will take placeNovember 10th at 7:30pm atthe Michaywe clubhouse. If

you have any questionsplease feel free to call ChuckBump at 989-732-3617.

GAYLORDFINAL WEEK to signup for Bear Basketball3-6 GradeNow in its 24th year, BearBasketball leagues will beginsoon. 3rd 6th grade boysand girls League begins inJanuary. Player draft for teamselection will be held in Mid-November. Final date to reg-ister is November 17.

Registration Register on-lineat www.BearBasketball.org. All games take place at theOtsego County CommunityCenter, 315 S. Center St. Costis only $15. This is NorthernMichigans premier youthbasketball program andincludes more than 400

youth from all over NorthernMichigan. Boys and girlsgrades 3-6 can sign up at theCommunity Center.

GAYLORDCommunity orchestrarehearsalThe Gaylord CommunityOrchestra has begun rehears-

ing for the ChristmastimeCommunity Concert on Dec.17. The string section isrehearsing in the band roomat St. Mary School on N.Otsego from 7-8:30pm eachMonday. The winds and per-cussion will join theserehearsals in a few weeks. Forinfo call Gary Waldo, 989-619-3136 or Joanna Bozin989-732-3080.

NORTHERN MICHIGANAdvertising funds theWeekly Choice

We love to run communityannouncements and newsreleases about all the things

happening in NorthernMichigan in the WeeklyChoice. We help publicizehundreds of events andactivities all across our area.Readers love the fact that the

Weekly Choice is distributedfree to hundreds of locations.However, it is expensive topublish this newspaper each

week filled with positivenews and sports. Our onlysource of revenue comesfrom advertising. If yourbusiness or organization hasan advertising budget, besure to include the WeeklyChoice in your plans. Ouradvertising rates are far lessthan most other papers and

your message will reachreaders all across NorthernMichigan. The Weekly Choiceis distributed free of chargeon news stands to 40 townsincluding Gaylord, Petoskey,Cheboygan, Grayling, IndianRiver, Onaway, Mio,Lewiston, Mancelona and allsurrounding towns. Contactus [email protected] call 989-732-8160.

GRAYLINGCreative Classes

AuSable Artisan Village ArtCenter is offering new cre-ative classes throughout the

year. These classes areoffered by seasoned profes-

sional artists with somethingto share! For more informa-tion about the classes, pleasevisit www.artgalleryaav.org.The AuSable Artisan Village

Art Center is located indowntown Grayling at 219Michigan Ave. in the old BenFranklin five and dime.The class schedule for 2011is:November 12: Stan PrevostsWalk on the WIDE side, alecture demonstration aboutpanoramic photography.December 3: MetalworkJewelry (pendant) class withNancy Cornett.December 10: MetalworkOrnament class with NancyCornett.

GRAYLINGMatter of Balance

Managing Concerns aboutFalls Program every Monday& Wednesday at 9-11am thruNovember 30th at theGrayling Senior Center. Manyolder adults experience con-cerns about falling & restricttheir activities. This programis an award-winning pro-gram designed to managefalls & increase activity levels.For more information or tosign up, call 989-348-7123.

GAYLORDHunting for Actors

Auditions for Escanaba in daMoonlight will take placeNovember 10th at 7:30pm atthe Michaywe clubhouse.There are some great roles formen between 30 and 60 yearsold, and one womans part.

We welcome anyone who isinterested, whether theyhave acting experience ornot. Wed especially like somehunters to audition.

GRAYLINGAARP Driver SafetyProgramThe Crawford CountyCommission on Aging issponsoring the AARP DriverSafety Program, a classroomdriver refresher course fordrivers aged 50 and older.

AARP developed this courseto help drivers improve theirskills and prevent crashes.This course covers the age-related physical changes inperception and reactiontime, local driving problemsand rules of the road. Thecertified AARP volunteerinstructors will be presentingthis course through a combi-nation of group discussionand videotapes. There are notests, and all participants

who complete the course willreceive a certificate of com-pletion that may be eligiblefor an automobile insurancediscount. The class will beheld in Grayling on

November 10 from 8:30amuntil 4:30pm at the CrawfordCounty Commission on

Aging & Grayling SeniorCenter at 308 LawndaleStreet. The fee for this courseis $10 payable to AARP. There

will not be a fee for Veterans.For more information or toregister please call 989-348-7123.

MACKINAW CITYVA Clinic DedicationceremonyThe Cheboygan County

Veterans Affairs CommunityBased Outpatient Clinicinvites you to attend their

Dedication Ceremony onNov. 10. Ceremony begins at

1, refreshments served until3pm. They are located at14540 Mackinaw Highway(the old Voyageurs JubileeDinner Theater).

GAYLORDImmunization clinicCommunity ImmunizationClinic November 10 from4pm to 7pm at GaylordIntermediate SchoolCafeteria in Gaylord. All are

welcome! Please schedule anappointment. Parents andguardians, you must accom-pany your children (17 and

younger). We can chargeMedicaid, Medicare, or pri-vate health insurance pro-grams for the immunizationcharges. If you are uninsured,

we accept cash and checksfor immunizations (sorry, no

credit cards). Charge for fluvaccine is $25; charge forother vaccines vary. We donot turn away anyone 18 or

younger for inability to payfor required immunizations.For more information and toschedule an appointment,call the Health Departmentof Northwest Michigan toschedule an appointment at800-432-4121.

GAYLORDBooks are FunSponsored by the OtsegoMemorial Hospital Auxiliary.Nov. 10 from 9am to 4pm,Nov. 11 from 7am to 2pmheld in the hospital class-room. Lots of new books,gifts and novelties all pro-ceeds go towards the auxil-iary's pledge to the hospital

ROSCOMMONGod of CarnagePresented by the RisingPhoenix Student TheatreCompany November 10th atNoon and 7pm. Friday,November 11th at 7pm atKirtland Center for thePerforming arts. God ofCarnage is a play by YasminaReza. It is about two pairs ofparents, one of whose childhas hurt the other at a publicpark, who meet to discussthe matter in a civilized man-ner. However, as the eveninggoes on, the parents becomeincreasingly childish, result-ing in the evening devolvinginto chaos. God of Carnage

won the Tony for Best Playin 2009. Order by phone at989-275-6777.

GRAYLINGFlu shot clinicThe Crawford CountyCommission on Aging &Senior Center will be hostinga Walgreens Flu Shot Clinicon Friday, November 11thfrom 3:00-5:00pm and againon Friday, November 18thfrom 3:00-5:00pm. *$0 out ofpocket cost fro Medicare PartB recipients. Bring yourMedicare card or other insur-ance card that covers theshot. Non-insured seniors

will be charged $31.00 for theshot. Please call 348-7123 foran appointment.

GRAYLINGVeterans Day ProgramThe Crawford CountyCommission on Aging &Senior Center would like toinvite the public to join us fora special Veterans Day pro-gram honoring all Veteranson Friday, November 11th at

11am. There will be patrioticmusic, inspirational readingsand all Veterans will be rec-ognized. The program willlast about 1 hour with lunchfollowing. All Veterans willeat free. No registration nec-essary. For more informa-tion, contact the SeniorCenter at (989) 348-7123.

GAYLORDFree dinner for VetsMarsh Ridge Resort under-stands the dedications, com-

mitment & sacrifices that Veterans make every day tokeep our nation free. To showtheir appreciation, MarshRidge Resort would like to

honor our Vets with a com-plimentary dinner onNovember 11th at Jacs Place;

with a purchase of a paidmeal. Reservations recom-mended, 732-5552; ChefSteven Rich, US Army & SousChef Tom Corbin, US Army.

GAYLORDThank you soldiersSoldiers say that a simpleThank You means so much.Say your THANK YOU byhelping support our overseasMilitary. Saturday, November12th, Zips 45th ParallelHarley Davidson will be col-lecting needed items to send

care packages to our soldiersoverseas, along with anymonetary donations to helpdefray the shipping cost.

Write a letter or card ofappreciation for all that theyare doing for us and that wehave not forgotten them. Goto our website

www.zips45thhd.com or stopby & pick up a list of neededitems.

GRAYLINGPancake supperCommunity of Christ Churchin Grayling located at thecorner of N. Down River Rdand Glenn St is holding aPancake Supper Nov 12 from5pm to 7pm cost is by dona-tion.

GRAYLINGFestival of TreesNovember 12th 19th at theGrayling Mini Mall -Viewspectacularly decorated treesduring Festival of Trees.Purchase tickets to win achance at winning yourfavorite tree! Over 30 beauti-ful trees decorated by localbusinesses will be on displayin the Grayling Mini Mall(next to Hallmark) fromNov.12-19. Sponsored by theGrayling Promotional

Association, an organizationthat enthusiastically pro-motes all the wonderfulthings about the Graylingarea, the festival is its biggestfundraiser.

GRAYLINGStan Prevosts, Walkon the WIDE sideSaturday, November 12th atthe AuSable Artisan Village

Art Center/Gallery -a lecturedemonstration aboutpanoramic photography. Formore information about this& more classes offered at the

AAV, please visit www.art-galleryaav.org.

PETOSKEYBlissfest Fall ConcertSeries presentsRagbirds

A fusion of world rhythmsstirred with a Celtic fiddler'sbow. Tickets are $10 forBlissfest Members; $15 forNot-yet-members; Studentsare half off. November 12,8pm at Crooked Tree ArtsCenter

GRAYLINGLow Cost AnimalVaccination ClinicSaturday, November 12th -

AuSable Valley AnimalShelter in Grayling will hold alow cost vaccination clinicoffering rabies vaccinationsfor dogs and cats which willbe available for $14.00 each.If your pet has had previousshots, please bring your lat-est certificate so that you canget a 3 year vaccination.Other booster shots will alsobe available for $14.00 each.No appointments are neces-sary as this is a walk-in clinic.2012 Crawford County doglicenses will be available.

MACKINAW CITYHoliday ExpoSt. Anthony's CCW HolidayExpo, 600 W. Central Avenue,Saturday, November 12th

from 11am to 3pm. Freeadmission, Door Prizes, BakeSale, Money Raffle.Luncheon: Cream Turkey onBiscuits, Cranberry Salad,Dessert and Beverage $7 orChicken Noodle Soup,Dessert and Beverage $5.There will be several vendors:Rada Cutlery, Mary KayCosmetics, North County

Wreaths/Garland, Women'sClub (books, jewelry, Lily ofthe Valley Soap, PamperedChef, Miche Purses, GeneralStore, Soy Candles, GiftBaskets, Mary Lou Peters(notecards, paintings, etc.),New and Used Books, CCW

Cookbooks, Thirty OneProducts (totes, purses, wal-lets, zipper pouches, etc.),Tastefully Simple, Avon andQuilting Supplies. Lots ofitems for Christmas

GAYLORDWalk to endAlzheimer'sThe Otsego County walk,swim, skate takes place Nov.12 from 9am - Noon at theOtsego County Sportsplex.Registration begins at 8:30amor on-line at www.alz.org.

PETOSKEYFashion showThe Petoskey chapter ofZonta International invitesthe public to their 39th annu-al Fashion Show on Saturday,Nov. 12 from 11am to 2pm inthe Ovation Room at OdawaCasino Resort. The FashionShow, aptly themed "Puttingon the Ritz," will highlightthe latest fall and winterfashions from more than 25retailers in the Petoskey area,and include an elegantlunch, entertainment, asilent and live auction, a giftbasket raffle and goody bagsfor all attendees. Each year,the Petoskey chapter ofZonta gives over $10,000 to

organizations that improvethe status of women andgirls. The Fashion Show isone of two fundraisers each

year that provide that muchneeded support. Tickets are$40 each, and tables areavailable in 8-tops and 10-tops. Make your reservationsearly by calling Kathy Bardinsat 231-487-1188 or email herat mailto:[email protected].

INDIAN RIVERBringing your "A"Game

Attend this workshop Nov.12, 9:30am - Noon. General

Session 9:30 to 10:15;Breakout Sessions 10:30 Noon. Conducted by SamRiggleman, nationally recog-nized baseball coach. Opento coaches, athletes & par-ents in all youth and schoolsports programs. Cost is $15.Call 231-622-2223. Send reg-istrations to BTS, Box 135,Petoskey, 49770

GAYLORDGive GACA a Piece ofYour MindThe Gaylord Area Council forthe Arts (GACA) wants tohear from you. In order toprovide programs in 2012

that are desirable to the com-munity, GACA is conductinga survey as part of its strate-gic planning process. Thissurvey will only take 5 min-utes to complete and is avail-able on-line at www.survey-monkey.com/s/63TNJ8G. If

you cannot complete it onthe internet, a hard copy ofthe survey can be obtained atthe Gaylord Area Council forthe Arts at 125 East Main St(T-F 11-3, Sat 11-1). For moreinformation or a copy of thesurvey, please contact theGaylord Area Council for the

Arts at (989) 732-3242.

INDIAN RIVERBaseball & Softballskills clinic

Attend this workshop Nov.12, 1-2:30pm. Conducted bySam Riggleman, nationallyrecognized baseball coach.Open to coaches, athletes &parents in all youth and

school sports programs. Costis $15. Call 231-622-2223.Send registrations to BTS,Box 135, Petoskey, 49770

CHARLEVOIXString concertThe Great Lakes ChamberOrchestra presents "StringMusic - Old and New" onSunday, November 13 at 4pmin the unique setting ofCastle Farms in Charlevoix.This concert features aneclectic mix of works forstring orchestra, fromMozart's Serenata Notturna,K. 239 to William Walton'smusic from the film: Henry V.The program includesEclogue, a work for pianoand string orchestra featur-ing pianist and GLCO MusicDirector Matthew

Hazelwood, the StraussPizzicato Polka, and MichiWincko's arrangement of LaFolia: Variations for StringOrchestra. Admission to thisprogram is advance ticketsales, $14, throughTreatickets.com and $15 atthe door. Pre-Concert privateguided Historical Tours ofCastle Farms are available ata reduced rate of $7 by callingthe GLCO office at 231-487-0010 and making reserva-tions. These tours will beginat 2:30 p.m. Reserve seats willbe held for Tour Participants.Students age 18 and under,active military and people

with disabilities are admitted

free.

ALANSONHunters dinner

Alanson Church of theNazarene Food Pantry, help-ing to serve the needs of thecommunity, feeds about 50families a week. The MondayNovember 14 huntersfundraiser dinner, whichincludes steak,potatoes/gravy, green beans,rolls, dessert and beverages,

will raise monies to supportthis ministry. Ticket pricesare $10.00, and include achance to win a RemingtonModel 770 Bolt Action 30-06

with Scope. Serving is from5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thedrawing will be between 6:30and 7:00 p.m. You do notneed to be present to win. If

you have any questions,please call the church at 231-548-5462.

GRAYLINGChili cookoffJoin River House for theirFirst Chili Cook OffFundraiser to be held onNovember 14 from 6-9pm atThe Ole Barn in Grayling.Chili registration is $15,please call 989-348-3169 toregister or for more informa-

tion.

GAYLORDSnowmobile TrailsCouncil meetingThe Gaylord AreaSnowmobile Trails Council

will have their KickoffMeeting for the 2011-12 sea-son on Nov. 11 at 8am at BobEvans Restaurant. All busi-nesses that benefit fromsnowmobile tourism areencouraged to attend.

PETOSKEYAthena AwardNominees sought

Dave Kring Chevrolet-Cadillac will present theprestigious ATHENA Awardat this year's PetoskeyChamber Breakfast ofChampions. This award ispresented to a woman whohas demonstrated excellencein their business or profes-sion, devoted time and ener-gy to their community in ameaningful way, and gener-ously assisted women inattaining their full potential.

You can contact the PetoskeyChamber of Commerce foran Athena Nomination format 231-347-4150.Nominations will close at the5pm of November 15th.

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(available at Skips SportsShop, the Grayling Chamberand around town). Helpssupport operation of theGrayling Buck Pole (spon-

sored by the Camp GraylingConservation Club). CashAwards for Bucks (may win inmultiple categories): FirstDeer Each Day, First 10 DeerEach Day, First Lady HunterEach Day, Youngest HunterEach Day, Oldest HunterEach Day, Heaviest BuckEach Day & Biggest RackEach Day and scoped hunt-ing rifle for Largest ScoredRack Over Both Days!

GAYLORDPower of the PurseNovember 16th, 5:30 -9:30pm at Otsego Club.Power of the Purse is an

annual event demonstratingthe ability of women to havefun while doing good work inthe community. Funds raisedduring this event support the

work of United Way inadvancing the common goodby focusing communityinvestments in the areas ofIncome, Education andHealth. It is a primaryfundraiser for the United Wayand contributes to reachingour campaign goal each year.Early Bird Tickets: $ 35. Call989-732-8929 . Nov. 1st -16th, 2011 tickets: $40.

GRAYLINGThanksgiving DinnerThe community is invited tothe Commission on Aging &Senior Centers annualThanksgiving Dinner onThursday, November 17thfrom 4-6pm. We will be serv-ing Turkey, Stuffing, MashedPotatoes with Gravy, GreenBean Casserole, Fruited-Cranberry Mix and PumpkinPie. The cost of the dinner is$5.25 for those under 60 anda suggested donation of$2.50 for those over 60 yearsof age. Dinner is open to thepublic. The Senior Center islocated at 308 Lawndale St.For more information call(989) 348-7123.

PETOSKEYBusiness after hoursNovember 17th, 5-7pm at theSide Door Saloon

GRAYLINGTeen y OlogyFriday, November 18th at6pm at Devereaux Library -

We are diggin up more bonesat this teen and tweengenealogy program thatexposes your familys past.Join us for skeletons, snacksand fun.

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Donate ChristmaslightsThe Christmas Walk commit-tee is looking for out doorChristmas tree lights andChristmas decoration dona-tions, so we can make thisChristmas Walk a Christmas

Wonderland. If you can helpus please contact Pam Barr at989-344-6000.

PETOSKEYSwing Dance Series

With the Up North Big Bandat North Central MichiganCollege Cafeteria Room. Nov.18, 7:30pm. Beginners are

welcome. Instruction starts

at 6:45pm. Dances are $10,adult, $5, Under 18 and freeunder 5. A great way to expe-rience the magic of the 30'sand 40's big band sound andthe dance styles popularizedby the music. Lindy and jit-terbug Dances styles aretaught as well as other ball-room styles and the Up NorthBig Band provides music

with an 18 piece Big Band.The Blissfest MusicOrganization present thisseries as part of our commit-ment to sharing cultural her-itage and providing a great

way to socialize like folksused to before T.V.

BAY VIEWMany moods ofChristmas concertTickets are now on sale forthe 30th annual fall concertof the Northern MichiganChorale, titled The ManyMoods of Christmas. Dates

for the two performances areNov. 18 at 7:30pm and Nov.20 at 3:30pm. The concerts

will be performed at the JohnM. Hall Auditorium in Bay

View. Adult tickets are $10 (18 years and older) and $7 forstudents. Contact thePetoskey Chamber ofCommerce office, The Pier inHarbor Springs or Choralemembers. The ticket booth atHall Auditorium will also selltickets one hour prior to per-formances. For ticket infor-mation, contact LarryGerould at 231-838-1757 orJanada Chingwa at 231-347-1618.

GRAYLINGVolunteers wanted forMuseumI am interested in finding

people who would like todress in their history periodclothes and visit the GraylingMuseum during the GraylingChristmas Walk, Saturday,November 19 between 3 pmand 8 pm. We usually haveover 250 families; many chil-dren visit the museum onthis evening and then aftertheir visit we have tradition-ally given them cookies andcider. I thought it would be sonice if they could meet andsee some of these peoplefrom ages past. I think thechildren would gain so muchfrom this experience and it

would be fun for all. Pleasecontact me if you would be

interested in participating.Thank you. Rose MaryNelson, 989-348-2985

GRAYLINGBe a part of the ParadeThe Grayling Christmas Walkcommittee is looking for peo-ple who would like to be inthe Christmas Parade.Saturday, November 19th at5:30pm. Line up at 4:30pmstarting at the Court House.Please contact Sue Cowan at989-3444004

PETOSKEYChristmas Holiday

Arts, Crafts and GiftShowDozens of vendors will beoffering their one-of-a-kind,quality gift and craft itemsduring the show Nov. 19, 9am- 4pm at Community Center -Emmet County Fair Grounds.

Admission is $1 or a donationof a non-perishable fooditem, with proceeds benefit-ing Brother Dan's FoodPantry, which servesNorthern Michigan.Consessions will be availablefrom Brother Dan's as well.

GRAYLINGChristmas Walk

On Saturday, November 19th,Uptown Grayling will be allaglow and filled with the hol-iday spirit when TheChristmas Walk welcomesthe Holiday Season.Festivities include: Breakfast

with Santa (arts & crafts &silent auction) at AmericanLegion at 9am-12noon.Christmas Musical Show at1pm at Rialto (by donationonly). A FREE ChildrensChristmas Movie at 3pm atRialto. Christmas Parade at5pm on Michigan Ave. LiveReindeer, Pony Rides &Pictures with Santa at NorthCountry Corner all day.Trolley rides available to take

you around town, to theFestival of Trees and toNorthbound Outfitters from3-8pm. Cookie decoration,Christmas Stories & Crafts atthe Devereaux Library. FacePainting at the MercyHospital Window Shoppe.Chili, hot dogs, nachos, hotcocoa & coffee available atNorth Country Corner.Grayling Jr. Eagles will beselling smores fixins in a bagat North Country Corner anda portable fire pit will be

available for toasting upsmores.

GAYLORDFarmer's Market

The Gaylord DowntownFarmer's Market is consid-ered one of the finest mar-kets in Northern Michigan!Local farm producers sellfresh fruits, vegetables,baked goods, herbs andmuch more! Every Saturdaythru Nov. 19, 10am 2pm.

GRAYLINGMeet the Artist

Wildlife Bronze Artist RogerSmith at the Main BranchGallery from 3-8pm duringthe Christmas Walk Nov. 19.To preview his work, visit

www.mainbranchgallery.com.

PETOSKEYSingles for ChristSingles for Christ dinnergroup for all area singles 50

years and older will meetSaturday, November 19th at6pm at the Odawa Casino fora Buffet Meal. Later we willhave a game night at FirstPresbyterian Church, 501 W.Mitchell. Bring your ownbeverage and a snack to pass.Reservations required soR.S.V.P. by calling Frieda at231-347-5747 or e-mail [email protected]

GRAYLINGToys for TotsToy donations for ourChristmas Help Programmay be dropped off at theChristian Help Center orplaced in collection boxesaround town.

GRAYLINGKids Coats & SocksWantedNew socks & new or gentlyused coats are now beingaccepted for children of allages. Donations may bedropped off at the ChristianHelp Center.

ROSCOMMONLakota Sioux DanceTheatreThe Lakota Sioux DanceTheatre has educated, enter-tained and enlightened audi-ences all over the world formore than three decades.The company communicatesthe powerful messages andresonance of dance andsongs in Plains Indian society at the center of a living his-tory and oral tradition in

American Indian society.Featuring narratives, cre-ation stories, original videoimagery and more than 20traditional and sacred songs

and dances, the companyincludes some of the mosthighly acclaimed performersof the Sioux Nation. See themat Kirtland Center for thePerforming arts Nov. 19 at7pm. Tickets are $20 and $16.Order by phone at 989-275-6777.

GRAYLINGCash for Christmas50/50 RaffleTo benefit the CrawfordCounty United Way and togive YOU a chance to winChristmas Shopping Money.The more tickets sold, themore the jackpot grows!

Minimum Prize: $200. TicketPrices, $1/ticket or 6 for $5.Tickets available at 7-11 inGrayling, from any CCUWBoard Member, or by calling989-350-4462. Drawing willbe held Sunday, November20 at noon at the GraylingMini Mall (2384 I-75 BusLoop, Grayling). Need not bepresent to win. Help us helpothers by buying your ticketstoday.

EAST JORDANChristmas Art SaleJordan River Arts Council ishosting an art sale Nov. 20 -Dec. 18, 1-4pm. Opening

with Christmas treats andmusic on Nov. 20

MANCELONAFinancial InstitutionsworkshopNorthwest MichiganCommunity Action Agency

will be hosting workshop onBanks and FinancialInstitutions on November 22from 6pm to 9pm, as part of afree series of workshops onfinancial fitness. The series

workshops are offered to thegeneral public for free atNMCAA Head Start, 201 E.State St. Attend all the six freefinancial fitness workshopsand get your certificate ofcompletion! To register or tofind out about the future

workshops, please call 800-443-5518.

GAYLORDSweater DriveOtsego Memorial Hospitalhas been designated as anofficial drop off location forthe CMU Public Television5th Annual Mister RogersNeighborhood SweaterDrive. Community membersare encouraged to donatenew or gently-worn sweatersto help keep each and every

one of our neighbors in thecommunity warm this falland winter season. Childrenssweaters in particular areneeded. Partnering withbusinesses in Central,Northern and SoutheastMichigan, CMU PublicBroadcasting (WCMU) coor-dinates the collection of

warm outerwear throughoutthe months of October,November and December.Donated sweaters will be dis-tributed to families who needthem by organizations in thecommunities in which theyare collected. Sweaters col-lected through Otsego

Memorial Hospital will bedistributed to members ofthe community through TheClothing Room in Gaylord.

GAYLORDHoliday Farmer'sMarketFresh pies and items for thatHoliday Dinner! Michiganfarm producers sell freshfruits, vegetables, bakedgoods, herbs and muchmore! Nov. 23, 10am - 2pmunder the pavilion down-town.

GAYLORDTurkey TrotThe first Thanksgiving TurkeyTrot will be held Thursday,Nov. 24, and will benefit theFriendship Housing Center.The 5k run and one-mile funrun/walk will begin at 9 a.m.Thanksgiving Day at theGaylord Regional Airport ter-minal. Entry fees are $30 forthe 5k run or walk (includingT-shirt), $15 for the one-milerun/walk and $10 for kidsunder 12 years of age. T-shirts will be available for$15. Pre-registration will takeplace from 5 to 7pm

Wednesday, Nov. 23, at theairport terminal. Race-dayregistration will be at 8am

Thursday, Nov. 24, also at theterminal. Find more at the

race's listing at www.run-michigan.com. For moreinformation, contact MarilynKaczanowski at 989-732-5960.

GAYLORDCommunityThanksgiving DinnerJoin your neighbors at thecommunity Thanksgivingdinner Nov. 24 At St. Marycathedral parish hall for afree Thanksgiving dinner.Fellowship begins at 2pm,dinner at 3pm. All food andbeverages are furnished. If

you would like to help serve,donate or attend please callJoe or Julie Koprowicz at 989-732-2119.

CHARLEVOIXCommunity Tree

LightingJoin the community ofCharlevoix for their annualtree lighting ceremony Nov.25 in downtown

PETOSKEYAlan GerberNov. 26, Crooked Tree ArtsCenter, 8 pm. Shows are $15advance, $10 membersadvance, $20/$15 door,$20/$15 reserved, students price. Advanced tickets avail-able at Crooked Tree, GrainTrain, Petoskey Chamber andBlissfest.

PETOSKEY

Stafford's DowntownHoliday ParadeHelp the holidays march intoDowntown Petoskey with theStafford's DowntownPetoskey Holiday Parade onSaturday, November 26 at 10am. Stafford's Hospitalityhosts this daytime paradethat swoops into downtowncarrying holiday excitement.This fun event includesmarching bands, floats bylocal businesses, marchingcharacters, and much more.The parade is wrapped up byits most popular participant,Santa Claus. After the parade,he will greet children on the

Veranda at Stafford's PerryHotel and listen to all of theirChristmas wishes.

GAYLORDHoliday Arts & CraftsFair and FundraiserOtsego Christian School willbe hosting their 1st AnnualHoliday Arts and Crafts Fairon Saturday, November 26from 10am to 4pm. We wantto invite all crafters of hand-made items to call us at (989)732-8333 or email us [email protected] foran application or for moreinformation. This is a

fundraiser for our school,and we are very excited aboutopening up the school for agreat craft show such as this!

MACKINAW CITYSpirit of ChristmasDinner

Audie's Restaurant in

Mackinaw City and The

Northland Players' singing

group the Northland

Noteables present the Spirit

of Christmas Dinner,Monday, Tuesday &

Wednesday, November 28th,

29th & 30th. Call 231-436-

5744 for reservations.

MANCELONAPlumbing workshopNorthwest Michigan

Community Action Agency

will be hosting a workshop

on Plumbing on November

29 from 6pm to 9pm, as part

of Home Maintenance work-

shops. The free workshop is

offered to the general public

for free at, NMCAA Head

Start, 201 E. State St. To regis-ter or to find out about the

future workshops, please call

800-443-5518.

GAYLORDExtreevanganzaPlan to attend

Extreevanganza 2011 spon-

sored by the Otsego County

Community Foundation at

Otsego Club & Resort Dec. 2

at 6pm. Please consider

donating a tree, wreath or

item for the silent or live auc-

tion. For info call 989-731-

0597 or e-mail dana@otsego-

foundation.org.

GRAYLINGLine

dancingThe Crawford County

Commission on Aging has

restarted its Line Dancing

classes again this fall. The

free classes for are facilitated

by Ann Doty. The group prac-

tices weekly on Wednesdays

at 10am. No dance experi-

ence is needed to attend

these classes and no sign up

is necessary. For more infor-

mation, contact the Senior

Center at (989) 348-7123

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Q: My son and his wife seem toargue a lot, usually over minorstuff. Is this natural for young cou-ples these days?

Jim: Disagreements happen in mar-riage, whether it's over where to go fordinner or something more serious likebudgeting or the in-laws. Every situa-tion is different, but if you feel your son

and his wife are arguing too much, youmight encourage them to talk to a pas-tor or marriage counselor.

That said, here are some generalguidelines for resolving conflict in mar-riage, courtesy of authors Ron Blue andJeremy White:

1. Stick to the problem at hand. Don'tbring up past issues or accuse yourspouse of "always" or "never" behavinga certain way.

2. Get on the same side of the fence.Don't think about "my way" or "your

way." Work toward a solution that repre-sents "our way."

3. Identify the core issue. Get to theheart of the problem, not just the symp-toms.

4. Don't be a mind reader. Don't try to

interpret your spouse's thoughts ormotives; instead, ask direct questions.5. If you haven't reached a consensus

by bedtime, agree to resume the discus-sion the next day. Bitterness can takeroot in your marriage if you leave thingsunresolved.

6. Avoid character assassination. Nomatter how strongly you disagree,attacking your spouse's personality orcharacter is never acceptable.

7. Never forget that your relationshipwith your spouse is far more important

than winning or being "right."8. Remember that love keeps norecord of wrongs. Be quick to forgive,quick to admit your own mistakes, andquick to move on from the conflict.

That's great advice. We'd recommendit for any married couple that wants toreach a peaceful resolution when dis-agreement rears its head.

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Q: I heard a marriage expert saythat men want to be asked forhelp. I'm newly married and prettymuch used to doing things formyself. So, when the garbageneeds to be taken care of, do I askmy husband, "Would you pleasetake out the garbage?" Or just doit myself? I really don't know whento ask for help...

Juli: You're a wise woman to be askingthis question as a newlywed. Many

wives don't ask for help and end upresenting the fact that "I have to doeverything around the house!" Whilemen love to come to their wife's rescue,they hate to be nagged or criticized.

As a newly married, independ-ent woman, it's going to be natural for

you to treat your husband as a friend as

you both self-sufficiently go through lifetogether. The beauty of marriage is thatyou learn to become interdependent --he depends on you for some things and

you depend on him for others.To start fostering that kind of

healthy interdependence, choose a fewthings that you want his help with. I'dencourage you to pick things he's natu-rally better at than you are.

For example, my husband is farmore organized than I am, so I ask himto help me with things that requireorganization. He's also physicallystronger than I am -- so when it comesto lifting heavy objects or cleaning outthe garage, I genuinely need help. Yourhusband can also help by giving adviceor a unique perspective to a decision ordifficult situation.

Most importantly, value thecontribution he makes -- whether it's

helping with householdchores or giving you advice.Remember, if you want yourhusband to be a hero, you'vegot to be willing to need hishelp.

** ** **Jim Daly is president of Focus on

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This Saturday, school sports program coaches,

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Riggleman, who has coached at all levels of colle-

giate baseball, including Mount Vernon Nazarene,

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Dallas Baptist University, there will be two ses-

sions presented on Saturday, November 12th; a

general workshop and breakout sessions from 9:30

am until noon, and a baseball and softball skills

clinic from 1 to 2:30 pm.

Designed to inspire and instruct every athlete to

achieve their very best, this exciting workshop and

clinic will be highlighted by the incredible, experi-

enced insights of Coach Sam Riggleman. Herecently received the 2011 Ethics in Coaching

Award from the American Baseball Coaches

Association (ABCA). ABCA believes the highestcalling of a baseball coach is to teach life lessons

and model character traits of honesty, integrity,

respect and personal responsibility. Riggleman,

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This is a rare opportunity to learn how to Bring

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shop portion of the event, and cost for the clinic is

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their own bats and glove to the clinic portion of

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community foundation with the primary responsibility of

making funding recommendations for grants made from the

Otsego County Community Foundation Youth Fund. The

organization accepts grant applications to address youth

needs and looks for community projects that allow them to

volunteer. Since its inception in 2005, YAC has granted

$18,000 to local youth projects.

Our community is lucky to have this program, not only to

benefit from the grants given but youth are being empow-

ered as philanthropists. It is critical to have representation

from all schools in the county to have the most impact. Said

OCCF executive director, Dana Bensinger.

This is an excellent leadership opportunity for high school

students for leadership development. The time commitment

is approximately two hours per month and members willbecome certified grant makers, develop leadership skills and

connect with other student leaders from throughout the

county.

YAC has done a lot for me, but most of all, it has shown me

that myself and my peers can truly have an impact on our

community. Said Sam Noss, GHS senior and YAC president.

The first meeting is Sunday, November 13, from 2-4PM in

the Otsego County Community Foundation located in the

lower level of the Fifth Third building 344 W Main Street in

Gaylord. To RSVP for the meeting and for additional infor-

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Lets first look at two key areas a

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* Your risk tolerance By asking the

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* Your time horizon If youre saving

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pal. But if youre saving for retirement,

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* New child When you bring a new

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