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Please join us for ...
United Way of the Lakeshore's
ANNUAL MEETING
Thursday, April 25, 2013
5:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Holiday Inn Muskegon Harbor
Third Street, Downtown Muskegon
5:00 p.m., Social hour and buffet appetizers
6:15 p.m., Annual Meeting, Volunteer Recognition, Awards, Elections
$15 per person or $120/table of 8
RSVP by Friday, April 19, 2013
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Saturday, May 18, 2013
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Muskegon Community College
A day of FREE family fun!
Student Volunteers Needed:
Serve your community and earn approximately 20 community service hours. We need your ideas, time, and talents. If you are interested in helping, please contact Lynn Keech at lynn@unitedwaylakeshore.org. | |
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Muskegon Day of Caring
Date Change and Site Announced
The 2013 Day of Caring will take place on Friday, June 21, at the Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Road. The goal will be to complete many projects in advance of the Muskegon County Fair in July.
Day of Caring will begin at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast, hosted by the Muskegon Host Lions Club; lunch will be provided by Plumb's at noon.
Projects will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by clean-up until 4:00 p.m. Projects include painting, restoring fences and barns, building shelves, landscaping, brush clearing, mural painting, cleaning, volunteer registration, and more. Projects will be available for both skilled and non-skilled volunteers of all ages.
Donations are being accepted at United Way, 31 East Clay Avenue, for paint brushes, rollers, drop cloths and paint trays.
Volunteers can register online at www.unitedwaylakeshore.org after May 1.
For more information please contact lynn@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
Project requests are being accepted for both Oceana and Newaygo Counties. Please contact Laura Nugent in Oceana County at (231) 907-0515 or Lynn Keech at (231) 722-3134 for Newaygo County.
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Seaway Run Training Course
Group workouts can help you run father and faster - plus, they are just fun! Beginner to advanced levels available. During the 10 weeks session there will be a variety of coached workouts, while enjoying the camaraderie and safety of group running. Classes include proper footwear, hydration, speed work, cross training, nutrition and more. Classes are led by experienced runners who will help you reach your goals. Classes will meet on Tuesdays beginning April 16, ending June 18, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Muskegon YMCA. Everyone is welcome! Cost is $15 for members and $50 for non-members.
Friday, June 21, 2013
Healthy choices lead to a healthier life and a healthier community! The Mercy Health Seaway Expo is offered at no cost to the community, so you can explore healthy options and learn how to optimize your family's health. For expo updates and more information about vendors, visit seawayrun.com.
Saturday, June 22, 2013
The Mercy Health Seaway Run has been one of Michigan's most scenic and most popular runs for 32 years. The separate courses for runners and walkers take advantage of the beautiful shorelines of Lake Michigan and Muskegon Lake. The unique setting and fun events make this a must-try fo rall ages and abilities! For more information and to register visit seawayrun.com.
- NEW - runners and race walkers have separate options of three timed courses
- NEW and improved 5K and 15K routes
- NEW half marathon
- NEW separate courses for walkers
- NEW start location for timed events! Timed running events will start near Fricano's Place. Half marathon and 15K and wheelchair at 7:30 a.m., 5K run at 7:45 a.m.
- NEW 3 and 5 mile community fun walk. Starts at Rotary Park, next to the Muskegon Family YMCA at 8:00 a.m.
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The Kindness of
Strangers Art Show
Saturday, May 4, 2013
12:00 to 8:00 p.m.
former Muskegon Savings Bank
(corner of Western Avenue and Second Street)
*This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Muskegon Kids' Food Basket needs $30,000 to expand to a second elementary school. To help MKFB reach this goal, each artist is donating a piece of artwork, of which the proceeds from the sale will go directly to MKFB.
You are encouraged to help attack childhood hunger by bringing a box of granola bars or a pack of 100% fruit juice boxes to help stock the Muskegon Kids' Food Basket shelves (unopened jars of peanut butter, bulk pretzels, and gelatin cups are also welcome).
Artists will be working on pieces througout the day, for you to watch and observe (ask them questions!). Some artists will have pieces for kids to help create! In fact, everyone is welcome to create artwork at the paper sack decorating station. Muskegon KIds' Food Basket will use the sacks to package dinners for the children.
This isn't your Grandma's art show
(but she is welcome to come!)
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Find United Way on Facebook
for daily pictures, updates,
information and more!
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Saturday, March 23: The Greater Muskegon Service League is holding a formal wear resale event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Forest Park Covenant Church (3815 Henry Street). Gently used formal and semi-formal dresses for girls and women of all ages will be offered, as well as shoes and accessories. For more information, contact Miguelle Newman at (231) 288-0361.
Saturday, March 23: Muskegon County Graduation Expo 2013 at Orchard View High School from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Door prizes, concessions, entertainment, free admission. For further
information email chris.whitman@orchardview.org.
Wednesday, March 27: Women's History Month panel discussion "Students and Professionals: Choosing and Succeeding in Non-Traditional Careers" from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at Muskegon Community College.
Thursday, March 28: Open House for The Arc Muskegon/Pioneer Resources from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 1145 East Wesley Avenue, Multi-Purpose room. Enjoy soup and salad. Browse the history boards and learn about the last 100 years of life for people with developmental disabilities.
Saturday, April 13: 4th Annual Read Muskegon Scrabble FUNdrasier at the Watermark 920 Conference Center, 920 Washington Avenue, Muskegon. Enter a team, join a team, or sponsor a team! Register online at www.readmuskegon.org by April 5.
Friday, May 3: Music for Meds from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Watermark 920 banquet facility, 920 Washington Avenue, Muskegon. Proceeds to benefit the medical/dental fund at Mission for Area People. For more information or tickets please call (231) 733-9672.
Saturday, May 4: FREE County Parks Day at Pioneer Park (6231 Main Street in Twin Lake) and Twin Lake Park (1563 Scenic Drive in Laketon Township) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission. Free workshops. Fun for the entire family! Food and refreshments available. Visit www.co.muskegon.mi.us.
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If you have an event you would
like included in the United Way ENews, please contact stephanie@unitedwaylakeshore.org.
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No More Sidelines
The former General Dynamics building, located at 640 Seminole Road in Muskegon, has been transformed into the Folkert Community Hub and will serve as the home for No More Sidelines.
No More Sidelines is an organization dedicated to giving special needs children, youth, and young adults in Michigan an opportunity to play sports year round and participate in community events with others.
The Folkert Community Hub will serve as an educational center for community members and space will be provided for other organizations to offer assistance, training or educational opportunities.
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Oceana County News
Pentwater mobile food truck sponsored by the Pentwater Junior Women's Club, is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pentwater Fire Barn. 2013 dates are: April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, and December 17.
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Pledge today to
Live Well!
Follow these steps for a healthier you! Drink more water; cut back on sugar in food and drinks; move more (30 minutes of brisk exercise 5x's a week); eat 5 or more fresh fruits and vegetables daily, 100% whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products.
Follow these steps for a healthier family! Always pack a fruit and vegetable in lunch boxes; be a healthy role model; plan physical activities with family and friends; use the 5-2-1-0 plan (5 fruits and veggies a day, 2 hours or less of screen time a day, 1 hour of physical activity a day; 0 sugar-sweetened drinks a day).
 Follow these steps for a healthier employees! Start an employee wellness program; encourage walking groups and alternatives to sitting; make it easier for employees to choose healthy snacks; reward employees for healthy lifestyle choices.
Follow these steps for a healthier community! Ask your employer to initiate workplace health assessmenets and develop a culture of health; create and advocate for more walkable communities; support local farmer's markets and community gardens; support the governor's 4x4 plan.
www.livewell4health.org
Part of the MI Healthier Tomorrow Campaign.
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Health
The Department of Community Health has open enrollment for the Adult Benefit Waiver (also known as the Adult Medical Program or Muskegon Care) beginning April and ending April 30.
Please contact Muskegon Care at (231) 728-5180 for any questions. www.michigan.gov/mibridges
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Do you qualify for Medicaid, Medicare or Adult Benefit Waiver(Muskegon Care)? Do you have two or more chronic health conditions? Would you like to improve your health? Are you 18 years or older? If you answered YES to these questions then you may qualify for FREE assistance from Michigan Pathways to Better Health, serving Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana nd Ottawa counties. For more information please call (231) 724-6121.
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