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TAKE A Calming Effects Health Spa
Free Paper! Take One! Presidents’ Day FEBRUARY 16th February 2, 2009 101st Issue Bi-Weekly Edition A Bi-Weekly Publication by The Community Marketing Group, LLC Distributed to Prime Locations Throughout the Area Find the Community News online now at www.bluewatercommunitynews.com FEBRUARY 14th Inspiration: Argue for your limitations and sure enough they’re yours. -Richard Bach Stories on pages: Spotlight Sports Talk Yard Guy Investment Talk Peace of Mind Cooking Time The Hawks Corner Happy Home Potpourri TAKE A Page 2 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 7 Page 8 Page 8 Page 10 LOOK at these great deals! Buy 1 Pair D28 Plastic Lined Bifocals with Selected Frames for $89.00 OR 1 Pair Progresive Plastic Lenses with Selected Frame for $129.00 (with mention of this ad) Shallcross Optical 736 Lapeer Ave., Port Huron, MI 48060 982-4451 Trust us for all of your eye care needs. We specialize in difficult prescriptions & prisms! Calming Effects Health Spa Now online at www.calmingeffectshealthspa.com Specialty Massages • Nails • Skin Care • Hair Removal Treat Your Sweetie to One of Our Special Valentine Pampering Packages 2834 Stable Drive • East of Wadhams Located in the Honeycomb Building 810-982-6050 See the Community Calendar for local events on Back Page! G Sports Talk irls Hair Styl G n e i ng old New Feature: Adjustable Sink which accomodates any disability or medical condition Sylist n orto athy F C Gift Cards Available Mon. & Tues. by Appt. Wed. - Sat. 9:00 a.m. to ? $5 Off any Perm or Color and/or $3 off your total When you bring a friend for any serivce Sylis Chris M t aples During the week leading up to the Super Bowl, my mind drifted away from the game itself, and I started thinking about the history of the teams. Actually, I was comparing them with what we’ve gone through. For the past few years, the Cardinals have been pre-season picks by many to finally break through and make a little run in the play-offs. Well, they have now joined the long list of teams to make it to the “Big Game” before the Lions. Then, you’ve got Pittsburgh! While Detroit has had a constant turnover in coaches, here is a franchise that has had only “3” in “30” years and they’ve all made it to at least one Super Bowl! You have to wonder how organizations at the same competitive level can be so different. When you take a closer look at these two cities, it’s even more mindboggling! While Detroit has an NFL team that set a record for futility in 2008, it also has an NHL team that is so good that it is just ho-humming its way along until the Stanley Cup Play-Offs begin. In Pittsburgh, after the fans enjoy another fine season with the Steelers, they then have to endure the Pirates, who have the opportunity in 2009 to set the record in MLB for the longest streak of losing seasons in the history of the game. You talk about enduring the opposite ends of the spectrum in sports within two cities! • Cuts • Color • Perms • Roller Sets We Cater To Seniors ts 9-Cu ) 8 9 ) 7 (810 (288 624 Grand River Ave., Port Huron (Right next to the Council On Aging & WGRT) Spotlight On: FARM BUREAU OF MICHIGAN THE MICHAEL CARR AGENCY Is your insurance up to date? Are you sure you have the right amount of coverage? The beginning of the year is a good time to take a look at that particular aspect of your life. Mike Carr is a local agent for Farm Bureau Insurance, Michigan’s Insurance Company and he would like to help you with that. I recently mentioned that I just didn’t have a good feeling about the Pistons. Nothing has happened to change my mind about that! On the other hand, I’ve been trying to laud the exploits of upcoming teams, such as New Orleans and Orlando. Forget about it! No need to get all upset with the Pistons, and, as for the rest, they’re all pretenders! It’s Boston & the Lakers! You might as well start the NBA Finals right now! Mike has been a Farm Bureau agent for the past 5 1/2 years. He provides some of the best life, home, auto, farm and commercial insurances available in Michigan. Throughout its history, Farm Bureau Insurance has recognized the special needs of its clients, the people of Michigan. While everyone needs insurance protection, the needs are unique in every case. The best way to give the client the best possible coverage is to understand the unique needs of the client, and Mike Carr is an agent that will take the time to learn what he needs to know to advise people on what products would benefit them. Well, the carrousel of no. 1’s in college basketball continues. They don’t even last a week! If you’ll recall, as the “pre-season” was winding down, and North Carolina was riding along as no. 1, and Conference play was about to begin, I alluded to the fact that it was now a whole new ballgame. Conference play is tough! The great thing is that, unlike college football, it will all be decided when “March Madness” begins. Mike is a long time member of this community. He is married to Kathy and his daughters are Erin and Ashley. Mike has been active in local youth sports and therapeutic horse back riding. He is also involved with the local Chamber of Commerce and through his contacts there, he has met many wonderful local business people who he trusts to provide goods and services to him. Because he has this extensive network, he can share that with his clients and is the “go-to” guy when his clients need something, even if it’s not insurance at the moment! I mentioned that the Red Wings have the luxury of picking and choosing the games to get fired up for. They’ve got everything in place and just entertaining us until April. The Icehawks have no such luxury! They have a nice grip on first place, and they are play-off bound, but there is no time to relax. Their being in first place is no fluke; right now they are the best team in the IHL. But, there is such a fine line when comparing the top teams that you can’t afford to take some time off, and then turn it on two months from now. They’ve got such a good thing going that the word “relax” shall be stricken from their vocabulary. Every game is a stepping stone, trying to keep their game at the current level, or above. It’s very demanding, but the next two months will be a work in progress, in order to be totally ready for what appears to be some great, competitive play-off hockey! Continued on page 7 . . . FOR YOUR FAMILY, YOUR BUSINESS, YOUR FUTURE The NHL All-Star game was very entertaining. The East beat the West “12-11” in a shootout. If I was a goalie, and I was voted onto the All-Star team, I would say, “Thanks! But, No Thanks! I appreciate the honor, but you’ll have to get someone else. Instead, I’m going to go hold up targets for amateur night at the local shooting range!” Expert guidance and innovative solutions to help you reach your financial goals. Northwestern Mutual Life insurance • Disability insurance • Annuities • Employee benefits Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC Variable life insurance • Variable annuities • Mutual Funds Unit investment trusts • Money market funds • IRAs Brian S. 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I’m sure, by now, most of you have heard about the girls’ high school basketball game in Texas, where one team beat up on an opponent, consisting of players with learning disabilities, by the score of “100-0”. Some folks have come to the defense of the winning coach, who, by the way, was fired. In my mind, there would have been lots of ways to keep the score down. There was no way they were going to lose the game; how about creating your own disability and taking all shots with the wrong hand? I am, by no means, a saint! But, if I was playing, I would have put one in the wrong basket in the fourth quarter, just to eliminate a shut-out being in the books. The Yard Guy January is behind us and we’re into the short month of February. Time just keeps moving on! Just think, in nine months it will be November, and we get to start this all over again. Farm Bureau Mutual • Farm Bureau Life • Farm Bureau General Michigan’s Insurance Company Let’s talk some gardening! This is for those of you who want a little vegetable garden, but don’t want to make it another full-time occupation. So, now is a good time to decide what to plant. I can’t imagine starting a garden without tomatoes, so let’s talk about those. There are certain advantages to growing your tomatoes from seed, but, unless you’re experienced and pretty good at that sort of thing, I would just wait and buy some seedlings from your favorite garden center. A lot of novice gardeners around these parts experience failure whenever attempting to plant from seed. Tomatoes love the sun; the more sun, the better! Of course, when it’s time to put them in the ground, make sure you mix in some garden soil. They’ll need a little elbow room, so plant them at least two feet apart. Once they get growing, which won’t be long, surround each plant with one of those cages. Buy Insurance From Our Dad! MICHAEL L. CARR Agent Mobile: (810) 434-3509 Office: (810) 987-6390 Fax: (810) 987-6485 Email: [email protected] 5388 Lapeer Road Kimball, MI 48074 He’ll take care of your family like they’re his own! www.MichaelCarrAgency.com Just because they love the sun doesn’t mean they prefer dry soil. Tomatoes require lots of water, especially during the first few weeks. You will have to water each day that it doesn’t rain. In fact, lack of moisture is the most common reason for tomato plant failure. After they are established, the plants will need to be fed. When you feed your flowers, don’t forget the veggies! It is common practice to pick tomatoes when they are fully ripe. But, if you pick them a little earlier, the vine can then pass nourishment on to the younger tomatoes. The ones you picked will ripen just fine. If some branches of the plant grow very near to the ground, cut them off to prevent disease. Periodically check to see if any tomatoes are being invaded by bugs or worms. You can usually thwart this problem from spreading by keeping an eye out and picking the bad tomatoes. It has been written, “A thing of beauty is a joy forever!” But, enough about me! Let’s get back to the tomatoes. Why go to the trouble of planting tomatoes? Store-bought ones are pretty good! Well, let’s see if I can put this into the proper perspective. I got it! Think about pizzas! Some of those store-bought ones are getting to be quite good. And, you start thinking, “Why spend more when these are close to the real thing?” Then, one day, you order a pizza from a genuine “pizza place”. There’s no comparison! It’s hard to explain the taste of fresh picked vegetables, but, once you’ve sliced into one of your own home-grown, you’ll understand. “This ain’t storebought!” I decided to concentrate on the tomato because it is probably the most common home-grown plant. There is a very high probability of success, but I wanted to point out that, in spite of their reputation for flourishing beyond your needs, there are still some rules you might want to follow. Did You Know . . . Anyone Can Buy Wholesale At R. Janus Supply Co. Now, get going with deciding how you would like to complete your own little garden. I can already picture myself sautéing fresh vegetables on the grill; a set of tongs in one hand, and a nice, cold glass of milk in the other! Browse through our huge inventory including hospital strength commercial disinfectants perfect for household use Annual Special YOUR AD HERE $25 per issue CALL TODAY!! 810.966.9982 Commercial Vacuum 4 Stage Hepa Filtration Regular price $259.98 ONLY $175.00 PUBLIC WELCOME LET OUR HUGE INVENTORY OF INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH CLEANERS DO YOUR Distributor of DIRTY WORK FOR YOU 614 Huron Avenue Located in Downtown Port Huron 810.985.9757 Ad Design Included In Price Store Hours: 3. 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Call 888-632-6170 To Get Your FREE Report: “The Medigap Premium Solution.” For Sale JUDI KELLY REALTOR® (586) 943-6431 Single parent families face many of the same financial problems that are posed for traditional families, yet with an added level of urgency. Disability planning for such parents is crucial because there is no live-in back-up to rely on for a source of income in the case of an event where the single parent is unable to provide. Durable powers of attorney for property management and health care directives as well as adequate insurance coverage can be saviors in such events. Trusts with reliable successor trustees can also be useful tools to address potential problems. Adequate life insurance should be present to provide for future educational, child care, home and health care expenses of the children. MARYSVILLE CONDO Beautiful Condo just south of Marysville! Cathedral ceilings, beautiful décor, huge basement, attached garage. 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Yet, basic estate planning is also important. Without a will or other tool to provide direction in the distribution of a single individual’s estate, the deceased’s property will pass according to the respective state laws of intestacy. This may be wholly opposite of the deceased’s wishes. In the case of unmarried couples, these problems are especially prevalent. Neither state laws of intestacy nor the Internal Revenue Code recognize or offer any benefits to “life partners.” For example, despite the fact that local law may recognize the concept of life partners (heterosexual or not), the tax code does not provide transfer tax “marital” deductions based on these relationships. There is no such thing as leaving all to your pseudo-spouse tax free as with traditional married couples. Thus, life insurance can play an even greater part to meet potential estate taxes. VACANT LAND 16 acres in St Clair Township - build your dream home. Paved road, a short drive to I-94. 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Finally, each needs to decide what they want to leave behind, to whom they want to leave it, when to leave it and the most effective means of doing so. Many traditional techniques need to be modified and adapted to achieve these goals. Yet, eventually this boils down to adopting a systematic, detailed and individualized approach. Such an approach, and working with experienced professionals, is essential to effective financial planning to provide for whomever you choose to call a “family.” Ad Design Included In Price 4. This material was prepared by Raymond James for use by Annette Chisholm, Financial advisor of Raymond James & Associates, Member New York Stock Exchange/SIPC. Please call Annette with any questions or concerns. Need a professional to help you all year round? Your local licensed & insured precious metals and gems dealer for nearly 20 years! Countryside NEED CASH? CPA SERVICES, PLLC Bring in your new, old, worn or broken jewelry. 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This is a great time to get your will & medical/financial directives updated & cover yourself with an Identity Theft Shield. Let me know if you’d like a free will worksheet* to help you get organized. In 1893, Thomas Edison built the first movie studio. It was built on a pivot, so it could be turned to face the sunlight throughout the day. As I write this, Karen Boland from Renaissance Unity Church is speaking about a seminar called “Don’t die unless you plan to” ~ what a great idea! It’s for people of all ages and more information is available at their site: http://www.renaissanceunity.org/Calendar/nc01262009. htm#1897 or by calling: Main: (586) 353-2300 Toll Free: (800) 7583055 Hockey Hall of Fame goaltender Terry Sawchuk, who spent most of his career with the Detroit Red Wings, had a total of “115” shutouts! In 1952, the first “Don’t Walk” sign was installed in New York City. In 1887, Groundhog Day was celebrated for the first time at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, PA. In case you’ve forgotten, if the groundhog sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter; no shadow means an early spring. Tens of thousands of people converge on Gobbler’s Knob to witness the prediction. I wish I could tell you that Identity Theft is dwindling. Instead, it appears that the crooks have become even more creative in their very profitable business. Consider this situation: Over $7 Million dollars1 was illegally withdrawn from peoples’ bank accounts. How did the perps do it? In part, they got the information via the phony telemarketing (no pun intended) company they created to gather information from innocent people. Make sure you know with whom you are talking. In 1986, Spud Webb won the NBA’s slam dunk contest. He was 5’7”!!! Ten years after the Challenger disaster, two large pieces of the space shuttle washed ashore on a Florida beach. You’ll recognize this scheme … it’s back again according to the Port Charlotte Sun2 … you know how it works… the “court” calls to let you know you’ve missed jury duty. They can help you stay out of trouble… all you have to do is give them some confidential information and they correct it. Courts do not operate that way. Make sure you know with whom you’re talking. Buster Keaton’s physical comedy had made him a silent film legend. Then his wife divorced him in 1932, MGM fired him in 1933 and, in 1937, he entered a psychiatric clinic. However, he staged a remarkably successful comeback in the 1950’s. Continued on page 6 . . YOUR AD HERE $25 CALL TODAY!! 810.966.9982 Has Sports & News Blogs! www.bluewatercommunitynews.com Announcing up-to-date reports on the Community News Sports Blogs focusing on The Icehawks from our own hockey reporter, Josh Avedisian! Ad Design Included In Price www.bluewatercommunitynews.com/sblog.php 5. Peace of Mind, cont . . . . This one is just plain sad. A Troy, MI woman was recently convicted of stealing the identity of a woman dying in a hospice3. How did she do it? She ran a mortgage company and got it from one of her employees. Again, today’s theme: Make sure you know with whom you are talking. Would you like to have a no-cost, no-obligation conversation about how we can serve you? Contact me at [email protected] or 810.985.1052. Get more information in toll-free recorded messages: for the Identity Theft Shield 1.877.243.4311 – for the Legal Service Plan 1.888.486.4814 x13. You can also visit: www.aw27.com. Let me know if you’d like an “Identity Theft Awareness Update” or “Will Workshop*” for your group. If you see me at a meeting, please say hello. Stay warm & I hope to see you out & about. Anne Whaling is a Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist and Independent Associate in Group Security with Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. Cat Age Tip PURR-FECTLY HEALTHY TREATS Want to reward your kitty? Before reaching for the pouch of cat treats, try offering nonfood treats instead. Cats enjoy all sorts of rewards, from smelly herbs to soft chin rubs. For a natural treat, offer your cat the occasional pinch of dried catnip, valerian root, catmint, cat thyme, or cat grass. Of course, sometimes, a little extra attention is treat enough for your kitty. If you opt for food treats, provide lean meats or snacks that are nutritionally complete, and be sure to cut back on meal size. (*this does not take the place of an attorney) 01 18 2009 © 2009 Anne Whaling 1 http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/183/story/373256.html 2 http://www.sunnewspapers.net/articles/colnews.aspx?newsID=429 863&a=newsarchive2/011509/cl1.htm&copg=0 3 h t t p : / / w w w . l i v i n g s t o n d a i l y. c o m / a r t i c l e / 2 0 0 9 0 11 5 / NEWS01/901150317 Fun AS A FRIEND and I rode to town in her car, I noticed she had a radar detector mounted on the dashboard. “Gladys, I asked, “why do you have a Fuzzbuster?” Real Age Tip WHAT YOU SAY IS WHAT YOU GET Not thrilled with what you see in the mirror? Have a little chat with your reflection. If you tend to beat yourself up about your perceived physical flaws, try something called “mirror-exposure therapy.” Here’s how: Look at your reflection and describe your body in objective, nonjudgmental terms. For example, instead of saying “I have fat thighs,” say, “My thighs are fuller than my calves.” Changing the words can gradually change the negative feelings behind them. try speaking to your reflection without using emotionally charged words. It may not be easy at first, but with just a little practice, you could be on your way to a healthier self-image. “For my birthday, I asked my husband for a Dustbuster,” she replied. “This is what I got.” --Contributed to “Life In These United States” by Marlene R. Fulcher Attention Citizens of Port Huron! On February 24th RealAge Benefit: Taking care of your emotional health and well-being can make your RealAge up to 16 years younger. IDENTITY THEFT IS REAL! Help Yourself and Your Family Members Cheryl Landrum Who’s Trina Avedisian Local Marketing Consultant Running for the City Charter Commission Two people who will work to bring positive change to a Charter that is over 60 years old! Make sure to Vote and elect Trina & Cheryl, who will work to keep your best interests in the fore front. 6. Identity Theft Shield Plans Legal Service Plans Anne M. Whaling ts? sse ating Your A r i P Local Attorney Independent Associate 810.985.1052 Toll Free 1.888.486.4814 [email protected] aw27.com Call Today and Mention this Ad in The Community News! Ask About Our Bonus! Spotlight Continued . . . Cooking Time Each year Mike tries to encourage his clients to review their coverage. As we all know, things can change in a short period of time and it’s always a good idea to check things over. It’s also a good idea to compare prices and Mike would be more than happy to sit down with anyone and find out what they need and give them pricing. If you are hard pressed for time, Mike’s website provides a short, easy, electronic form to fill out that you can send to him. He will then get back to you and set up a time when he can meet with you and discuss your needs. That form can be found lonline at http://www.farmbureauinsurance. com/cgi-bin/agannrev1aws.cgi?AA=MCARR:FBINSMI.COM:4122: Michael+Carr. BAKED ZITI I Ingredients: 1 pound dry ziti pasta 1 onion, chopped 1 pound lean ground beef 2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce 6 ounces provolone cheese, sliced 1 1/2 cups sour cream 6 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Recently, Farm Bureau was able to form a partnership with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to provide their health care coverage through the Farm Bureau offices. There are many plans available and some are more than affordable. Mike is excited about the special program specifically designed for the 18 to 30 year old age group. It can be medically underwritten. However, if your health is not quite what it should be, you could be denied. There is coverage that is not medically underwritten as well. The price is very cost effective at less than $50 a month. It will more than pay for itself if that time comes when you might break a leg and need to go to the hospital. It’s important to be prepared for all those events in life that we don’t plan on . . . like breaking a bone, or a sickness that can land you in the hospital for a day or two. Directions: 1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add ziti pasta, and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain. 2. In a large skillet, brown onion and ground beef over medium heat. Add spaghetti sauce, and simmer 15 minutes. 3. 4. Mike Carr is like one of those insurance agents we remember from the 50s and 60s. Someone who gets to know his clients, cares about them and wants to take care of their needs. Mike works hard to make it easy for people to get the attention they need in times of crisis. His clients have his cell phone number so they can call him if they are in an accident or there is a house fire. Mike will come out at any hour to help his clients sort through what they need to do next in regards to insurance claims and even just holding their hand if they need it. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter a 9x13 inch baking dish. Layer as follows: 1/2 of the ziti, Provolone cheese, sour cream, 1/2 sauce mixture, remaining ziti, mozzarella cheese and remaining sauce mixture. Top with grated Parmesan cheese. Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until cheeses are melted. Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Ready in: 55 minutes Serves: 10 The Michael Carr Agency of Farm Bureau is located at 5388 Lapeer Road in beautiful Kimball (otherwise known as Wadhams) Michigan, right next to the John Deer building. Give Mike a call and set up an appointment to have him make an assessment of your insurance to see if you are covered the way you need to be. You can reach him at 810.987.6390 or you can learn more about him on his website at www. 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Call 888-807-7458 to get your free report: “A Solution of Safe Returns.” The Hawks Corner Happy Home JOIN THE ICEHAWKS PLAYERS AT A COCKTAIL HOUR Event Will Take Place On February 23 At The Fogcutter Restaurant BUYING A FORECLOSED HOME Don’t be afraid to look at foreclosed homes when you’re considering an investment, first time buy, or stepping up to a larger home for the growing family. However, be informed before you start to look. The Port Huron Icehawks invite fans to join the players for drinks and hors d’oeuvres at a special Icehawks cocktail hour on Monday, February 23 at the Fogcutter Restaurant in Port Huron. First, let’s look at a staggering statistic. At any given time this number changes with the addition and subtraction of homes on the market. However, in a recent study of St Clair County, 248 homes out of 1412 homes currently listed on the MiRealsource Multilist System are bank or government owned. (17.5%) The event will run from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and include an array of appetizers and a cash bar. Cost for the event is just $15. Icehawks players will serve and bartend. All tips the players collect will benefit the Port Huron Hospital Foundation. Next, you will need to find a real estate agent to look at these homes. ‘Do I need an agent that only handles bank owned?’ The answer to this question is NO. Please remember, the listing agent represents the bank in the deal, not you as the buyer. In some cases the bank will allow the agent to become a Dual Agent – but if you would like your agent to represent only YOU – then contact an agent to act as a Buyer’s Agent. If this is confusing, please give me a call and I will explain agency to you. A live and silent auction will take place during the night, with the chance to win some great memorabilia. You will also have the opportunity to win a “kiss” and photo with your favorite player, or the voice of the Detroit Red Wings, Karen Newman. A player auction will be held, as well. Place a bid for the opportunity to have lunch with one of your favorite players. The evening will also include the debut of “It’s Our Time Now”, a DVD that highlights the Icehawks 2008-09 season. As a final note, please be sure to have a knowledgeable person inspect the house you intend to buy. When buying a foreclosed home, you are buying it in “as is” condition. Perhaps the home has leaks, or no insulation, or a faulty hot water heater, just to name a few delightful surprises that you could find out AFTER closing. Check it out before you buy! Also – don’t limit yourself to bank owned. There are fantastic deals through private ownership right now on the market too. “The Icehawks are happy to partner with the Fogcutter Restaurant to put on this event,” Icehawks Vice President and Business Manager Dave Goetze said. “It will be a great evening to mingle with the players and other Icehawks fans and enjoy some quality food and drink at a classy restaurant.” Reserve your spot today at the Icehawks office, 325 Huron Avenue, Port Huron, or by calling the Icehawks office at 810-966-3800. Please make checks payable to Kinney Charities. *It’s Our Time Now!* Smile and please visit my website! www.JudiKelly.com p.s. If you would like to ask questions or request a topic regarding real estate for a future Happy Home article – please send an email to me at: [email protected] Judi Kelly Your Realtor - Coldwell Banker Walters R.E. Your St. Clair County Library Effective January, 2009 • All VHS movies are free (late fees still apply) • You may check out up to 50 items (restrictions may apply) • Fees for non-residents of St. Clair County now based on house hold – one $43 charge per household per year; everyone at the address may get a library card • Late fees on materials (per day): 20 cents on all books (including children) & $1.00 for DVDs, VHS, and fishing poles. [email protected] 810.329.4856 586.943.6431 cell YOUR AD HERE $25 CALL TODAY!! 810.966.9982 For more information visit your library or log on to www.sccl.lib.mi.us Angels Dare to be right! Dare to be True! You have a work that no other can do; Do it so bravely, so kindly, so well, Angels will hasten the story to tell. Ad Design Included In Price -Anonymous 8. Humor The old village blacksmith finally found an apprentice who was willing to work, and very eager to learn. 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Redundant’ – the word says it all - ‘useless, unnecessary, without purpose, surplus to requirements.’ “So, where were you all these years?” “In prison.” Thank you, Heavenly Father, that in the middle of the sadness, the anger, the uncertainty, the pain, I can talk to you. “Forgive me for being nosey, but what were you in prison for?” He looked at her and quietly said, “I killed my wife!” “Oh,” said the woman. “So, then, you’re single!” Hear me as I cry out in confusion, help me to think clearly, and calm my soul. As life carries on, may I know your presence with me each and every day. And as I look to the future, help me to look for fresh opportunities, for new directions. Guide me by your Spirit, and show me your path, through Jesus, the way, the truth and the life. Amen. Source: The Church of England BLUE WATER AREA CHAMBER INTRODUCES NEW BOARD MEMEBERS FOR 2009 The Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce introduced new officers and board directors at the first board meeting of the year on Thursday, January 22, 2009. The Chamber is proud to announce its 2009 Executive Board Officers, they are: Martin Doorn, Chairperson, Douglas Dolph, Chair-Elect; Michele Myrick, Treasurer; Richard Seim, Officer; Rick Dionne, Officer; Ed Brooks, Officer; and Vickie Ledsworth, Secretary. Support Your Icehawks Team Join the Icehawks Booster Club For Some Bus Trips to Hockey Games New members to the Board of Directors in 2009 are: Ernie Albert, Kerr Albert Office Supply; Dr. Connie Harrison, Baker College of Port Huron; Al Jones, Comfort Keepers Home Care, Norm Krol, Office Lounge, and Ex-Officio member representing the Sarnia Lambton Chamber of Commerce, Katherine Walker. JOIN IN ALL THE FUN WITH THE ICEHAWKS BOOSTER CLUB! HELP CHEER THE ICEHAWKS ON TO A TURNER CUP WIN! The Chamber’s prioritized goals for 2009 are: 1) Membership Retention; 2) Financial Stability; 3) Advocacy; 4) Membership Involvement; and Collaboration. Away Game Dates: January 23 - Sarnia Sting & Dinner February 14 - Kalamazoo February 20 - Sarnia Sting & Dinner March 7 - Muskegon March 27 - Red Wing Game April 11 - Flint or Red Wing Game For more information on Prices, Departure Times or to Reserve your spot, stop by the Icehawks Booster Club table at any Icehawk Home Game or call Jim Collin at 810.327.6887 The Chamber will host three fundraising events over the next year that will support program and operational enhancements. On May 14, during Small Business Month, the Chamber will host a signature event titled “Funny Business” with award winning musical impressionist and comedian, Mat Gauthier at McMorran Auditorium. The annual Drive For Success Golf Tournament will be held at the end of August and the annual Membership Meeting & Business Awards will be held during Chamber of Commerce month in October. 9. Businesses that would like information about joining the Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce can call Amanda Will, (810) 985-7101 or www.bluewaterchamber.com Potpourri Discover Port Huron’s Finest Apartment Homes! LIFESTYLE FACTORS THAT CAN AFFECT ADHD Diet and pollutants can worsen symptoms of ADHD By Amy Paturel, M.S., M.P.H. 2631 Krafft Rd. Port Huron, MI 48060 An increasing number of children are kicking, screaming, hitting, and otherwise acting out. Some are so violent that they can’t be in the same room with other children. The reason: attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a condition that affects up to 5 percent of children. While some people think that sugar, TV, and video games are to blame, experts claim there’s no evidence to support such theories. 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Nicotine exposure in the womb and during early ages is toxic to developing brain tissue and may have sustained effects on behavior. YOUR AD HERE $25 per issue CALL TODAY!! 810.966.9982 Alcohol - While fetal alcohol syndrome is not directly related to ADHD, its symptoms — inattention and cognitive impairment — are similar to those of ADHD. Drinking during pregnancy can certainly increase the risk that the child will develop ADHD or ADHD-like symptoms. In adults who have ADHD, drinking can exacerbate symptoms, especially as regards impulsivity. Ad Design Included In Price Heavy Metals - “There’s a known relationship between lead toxicity and detrimental effects on the functioning of a child’s central nervous system that look like ADHD,” says Sallee. “We’ve cleaned up the lead in gasoline, but there’s a lot of lead in the environment — for example, in paint.” And it’s not just lead. Heavy metals such as cadmium and mercury (which is harbored in large predatory fish like swordfish and mackerel) have similar effects. Pregnant and nursing women as well as children should avoid these fish. Food - More than 30 years ago, Benjamin Feingold, M.D., suggested that food additives — colorings, flavorings, and related substances — have a pharmacological effect and may influence hyperactivity in children. After reviewing a series of studies, however, the National Institutes of Health concluded that food additives affect only a small number of children with behavioral problems. That said, a balanced, healthy diet does improve focus by stabilizing blood sugar levels, a key to managing ADHD symptoms. Secondary Conditions - ADHD does not occur in a vacuum. In fact, many researchers believe it is a syndrome or cluster of behaviors rather than a single disorder. In a study of 152 parents with ADHD, 87 percent had at least one psychological disorder, such as depression, multiple anxiety disorder, or substance abuse. “When the brain is abnormal on one circuit, there’s a propensity for further abnormality — sort of a chain reaction of negative events,” says Sallee. “If you’re depressed, you don’t pay attention and you have difficulties with performance” — symptoms that are similar to those of ADHD. It’s the same thing with insomnia. After all, sleep deprivation makes the best of us cranky, inattentive, and irritable. Even in a person without ADHD, insomnia and depression can result in behaviors that are not all that different from those of a child with ADHD — irritability, inability to focus, inattention, and so on. 810.987.1606 TDD: 810.987.2924 10 Schultz Legal Services, PLLC YOUR AD HERE $25 per issue CALL TODAY!! 810.966.9982 A Full Service Estate Planning Firm Serving Families Throughout the Blue Water Area Ad Design Included In Price February Happenings Port Huron Senior Center “Protecting Your Family, Giving You Peace of Mind” . Every Monday at 9 am - Quilting with Joan DeRue from Quilting Dreams. Cost is just $1.00 plus supplies 810.320.5005 704 Huron Avenue • Port Huron, MI Tuesday, February 3 at 1 pm - Book Club meets at Vantage Point We will be discussing the book “The Road” by Cormac McCarthy. Enjoy good conversation and good company. [email protected] Every Thursday at 1 pm - Genealogy classes. Learn how to search for your family history. ST. CLAIR CHAMBER NOW A SCORE BUSINESS RESOURCE CENTER 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month - Blue Water Carvers Come and watch the fine art of woodcarving. The St. Clair Chamber of Commerce has been identified as a business resource and counseling location for the Southeast Michigan Chapter of SCORE. SCORE is an acronym for “Service Corps of Retired Executives” and when created in 1964, was mostly retired business executives. However, with the burgeoning of technology, the inclusion of younger members active in business and experienced in current business practices has been encouraged. The organization is now known as “Counselors to America’s Small Business,” which better identifies its scope and purpose. Currently the national organization has approximately 400 chapters and 11,000 members. Thursday, February 19 at 10:30 am - Reflexology with Angie Let Angie work her magic on your tired hands and/or feet. Donations accepted, reservations required. Friday, February 20 at 6 pm - Dinner With A Great Lakes Captain Captain Jim Leaney from the Canadian Steamship Lines Niagara will be our guest. We promise you interesting stories & experiences from aboard a Great lakes Freighter. RSVP by Friday, February 13. Suggested donation of $7.00 SCORE is a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration with approximately 400 chapters nationally. Its more than 10,000 volunteer professional members assist new generations of aspiring business owners in making their dreams come true when starting or expanding a business. Saturday, February 28 from 9 am to 3 pm - Indoor Flea Market. Call 984.5061 for table rental. The focus of SCORE is business counseling. Confidential counseling may be for a few sessions or several years based on individual needs as one ascends through the SCORE process for business success. Individual counseling can take place at the main SCORE chapter office, convenient southeast Michigan locations, or at the client’s place of business. For any questions on above programs, call Karen at 984.5061 David Gillis, the executive vice president of the Chamber and a qualified SCORE counselor, has been developing the local business counseling center for approximately one year. Commenting on the center Gillis said, “We pursued becoming a business resource center for SCORE when we recognized that its southeast Michigan operations didn’t have a solid presence in St. Clair County.” Need a new image for your business? Want to stand out in the crowd? Community Marketing Group, LLC can help! In addition to the various SCORE resources available, the St. Clair Chamber of Commerce provides local counseling and mentoring for small business planning, entrepreneurial networking opportunities, guidance for financial assistance, and small business training programs. An effort is now underway to recruit and mentor additional SCORE counselors for St. Clair County. Now available all under one roof: Logo design • Graphic Design • Printing Now offering color copies! 35¢ per copy (we can copy from your file) 810.966.9982 11 Additional information about SCORE business resources and other Chamber-offered entrepreneurial programs can be obtained by calling 810.329.2962 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Community Calendar Info FUNDRAISER FOR PATTY BARR Patty Barr, a smart, funny, loving mother of two, needs help! She has been diagnosed with Melanoma (skin) Cancer and the doctors say it doesn’t look good. Due to a recent lay-off, she has experienced high medical expenses with loss of insurance. Please dig deep into your heart to help Patty and her family and children in their time of great need. Come make a difference with Patty’s friends at Legendary Lanes, Saturady, February 21, 2009, from 1 to 5 p.m. 1631 Garfield in Port Huron. 3 games of bowling with shoes for $15 and a lot of great raffle prizes and a 50/50 drawing. To make donations or for more information, please contact Erin Rusch at 810.650.9769. All proceeds will go to Patty Barr. This Community Calendar is designed to highlight upcoming events. It’s free for all non-profit groups! E-mail us your special events and we will include them in the community calendar. E-mail them to us at yournews@communitynewsph. com, or mail information to Community News, P.O. Box 282, Marysville, MI 48040 CITIZENS FOR A VIBRANT COMMUNITY MEETINGS Want to make a difference in your community? Join the Citizens for a Vibrant Community to help revitalize our area. Meeting dates are the first and third Mondays of the month at Casey’s Restaurant in downtown Port Huron (628 Huron Ave.), from 6 to 8 p.m. All are welcome. Bring your positive energy and ideas. To join, e-mail cvcgroup2008@gmail. com for a membership application or call 810.300.8381 for more information. PORT HURON FIGURE SKATING CLUB ANNOUNCES ANNUAL EDITH SCHEONROCK SKATE COMPETITION The Port Huron Figure Skating Club will be hosting our annual Edith Scheonrock International Skating Competition Friday and Saturday, February 6-7, 2009. Skating will run from 9:00 a.m. until approximately 8:00 p.m. each night at McMorran Ice Arena in Port Huron. This event is FREE to the public. Come see skaters of all ages and skill from across the country and Canada compete for the GOLD! PORT HURON KIWANIS CLUB SPONSORS “PACKAGING FOR KIDS AGAINST HUNGER” The Port Huron Kiwanis Club is sponsoring a “Packaging for Kids Against Hunger” on Saturday, April 4, 2009, at The Salvation Army in Port Huron. Kiwanis Club members plan to package 50,000 meal bags. Half of these meals will be made available to local (qualifying) food pantries & soup kitchens, etc.; the remainder will be shipped to starving communities throughout the world. They need to raise $14,000, and to have a minimum of 80 volunteers to help package that day. Information about this project can be viewed at: http://www. feedingchildren.org/index.php (this is the national site, it has a demo video), http://www.kidsagainsthungermi.org/about.html (michigan website), http://kidsagainsthungercoalition.com/index.htm (another michigan website). PORT HURON TOWN HALL SERIES PRESENTS VALERIE HEMINGWAY The Port Huron Town Hall Series will present speaker Valerie Hemingway on Monday, February 9th at 10:30 a.m. in the McMorran Place Theatre. A chance encounter in Spain in 1959 brought young Irish reporter Valerie Danby-Smith face to face with Ernest Hemingway. The interview was awkward and brief, but before it ended something had clicked into place. For the next two years, she devoted her life to Hemingway and his wife, Mary, traveling with them through beloved old haunts in Spain and France and living with them during the tumultuous final months in Cuba. Hemingway has evoked the magic and the pathos of Papa Hemingway’s last years in Running with the Bulls, published by Ballentine Books in 2006. The account of what she enjoyed, and what she endured, during her astonishing years of living as a Hemingway, Running with the Bulls fully captures the mystique of one of our greatest authors. As his secretary in Spain, France, and Cuba, after the author’s death, Hemingway worked for the Hemingway Estate in Cuba, Key West, Ketchum, and New York--gathering all of the authors papers and organizing them for presentation to the Kennedy Library. She came by the Hemingway name by marrying--and later divorcing--Gregory, his youngest son. For two decades she worked in publishing and public relations in New York City, including two years as a fiction reviewer for Publishers Weekly. Her articles have appeared in Saturday Review, The New York Times, and Ski Magazine. Tickets can be purchased through the McMorran Box Office only. PORT HURON MUSICALE PRESENTS THE CENTRAL BAPTIST BELLS The Port Huron Musicale presents The Central Baptist Bells with Director Margaret Guzi, in concert, Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. in the Salvation Army Citadel. The concert is open to the public and all are welcome. A free will contribution is gratefully accepted. If you would like to join us for dessert at 12:30 p.m., please call Nancy at (810) 982-6304 for reservations. Cost of dessert is $4.00. The Port Huron Musicale is a member of the National Federation of Music Clubs and supports young musicians with music awards and grants. New members are welcome. If you have any questions, please contact me at 985-3570. WIDOWED CARE THERAPY GROUP A support group for those who have lost a spouse through death. A group for processing grief in a supportive environment. It is held at Colonial Woods Missionary Church, Port Huron, on Mondays from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., starting February 16, 2009. Thank you for patronizing our advertisers. Without them this paper would not exist. Proud member of Blue Water Chamber of Commerce St. Clair Chamber of Commerce Downtown Port Huron Contact To Advertise or Contribute: The Community News P.O. Box 282 Marysville, MI 48040 810.966.9982 [email protected] Published and Distributed by The Community Marketing Group, LLC, Port Huron, MI 48060 12 DOWNTOWN PORT HURON IS CELEBRATING FEBRUARY AS RESTAURANT MONTH During the month of February, local restaurants located in the Downtown Port Huron area will be offering specials and discounts. The restaurants involved are Black River Cafe, Quay Street Brewing Company, Sail Away Cafe, Mama Vicky’s Coney Island, Tony’s Food Paradise, Casey’s Pizza and Subs, Powers Diner, The Fogcutter, Ravin Cafe, Pompeii Italian Eatery and Pizzeria, Cavis Grill, Military Street Cafe, Rum Runnerz, Zebra Lounge, Palms Krystal Chicken in the Rough, Chef Shells. A Restaurant Crawl on February 28th will be the Grand Finale! The Restaurant Crawl will visit all of the participating restaurants* on February 28th at 12noon and 5:00pm. Each crawl will be limited to 30 people, advanced reservations only! Restaurant Crawl is free of charge! Reservations for the Crawl can be made by calling Downtown Port Huron, 810-985-8843. Come and find out why we love Downtown Port Huron!