Thursday, April 29, 2010
Educate Gaines - Volume 1, No. 2
The Planning and Zoning Department takes seriously its role as an educator to the residents of the Township and public at large on matters related to zoning, land use and community development. Please enjoy Volume 1, No. 2 of the Educate Gaines series.
Friday, April 23, 2010
Life Line Screening Clinic
May is Stroke Prevention Month!
What a perfect time for a health screening clinic at Holy Family Catholic Church, 9669 Kraft Avenue SE, Caledonia on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 from 9am through 4:30 pm. On that day, Life Line Screening will scan the carotid artery in the neck for plaque build-up, which can lead to STROKE, (75% of all strokes are linked to carotid artery blockage) and the arteries in the legs for peripheral arterial disease, which is linked to heart disease. They will also offer a third test of aneurysms in the aortic vessel in the abdomen. Life Line Screening will also offer a bone density screening to test for Osteoporosis. This year they have added a fifth test, Atrial Fibrillation, which is the most common type of heart arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat. This is a prevention program, and with early detection, these problems can be treated. The results are sent directly to you in about 21 days.
These tests which are non-invasive, completely painless and take about ten minutes each, are offered for $45.00 a piece. Recieve discounts when you sign up for the Stroke/Wellness Package - $139.00 and save $60.00. Pre-Registration is a MUST! If you would like to sign up early feel free to contact: Health Service Coordinator, Karin Povish at 248-685-8443. She can answer any questions you may have and pre-register you for this life saving event.
Mention that you saw this add on the Gaines Charter Township Website and recieve additional discounts for your services!
What a perfect time for a health screening clinic at Holy Family Catholic Church, 9669 Kraft Avenue SE, Caledonia on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 from 9am through 4:30 pm. On that day, Life Line Screening will scan the carotid artery in the neck for plaque build-up, which can lead to STROKE, (75% of all strokes are linked to carotid artery blockage) and the arteries in the legs for peripheral arterial disease, which is linked to heart disease. They will also offer a third test of aneurysms in the aortic vessel in the abdomen. Life Line Screening will also offer a bone density screening to test for Osteoporosis. This year they have added a fifth test, Atrial Fibrillation, which is the most common type of heart arrhythmia or irregular heartbeat. This is a prevention program, and with early detection, these problems can be treated. The results are sent directly to you in about 21 days.
These tests which are non-invasive, completely painless and take about ten minutes each, are offered for $45.00 a piece. Recieve discounts when you sign up for the Stroke/Wellness Package - $139.00 and save $60.00. Pre-Registration is a MUST! If you would like to sign up early feel free to contact: Health Service Coordinator, Karin Povish at 248-685-8443. She can answer any questions you may have and pre-register you for this life saving event.
Mention that you saw this add on the Gaines Charter Township Website and recieve additional discounts for your services!
37th Annual Cutlerville Community Days!
The 37th Annual Cutlerville Community Days Event is scheduled to begin on Friday, June 11th and continue through Sunday, June 13th. Friday and Saturday events will include the Brian Diemer 5K Run, 1 Mile Fun Run, Classic & Custom Car Show, Motorcycle Show, Craft Show, games, rides, Veterans Memorial Service, FIREWORKS, great food from local vendors, and lots more. There will also be a Community Worship Service at Cutler Park from 10:00 am to 11:15 am. You can visit the Cutlerville-Gaines Chamber of Commerce Website for event times, registration information, and updates about the event.
Bring the whole family for a great time!
Bring the whole family for a great time!
Dutton Days!
The Dutton community and some of the local businesses will once again be sponsoring the Annual Dutton Days Event to be held on Saturday, June 26th in the heart of beautiful downtown Dutton. Followed up with a community wide church service to be held on Sunday, June 27th.
There is a long list of fun and festivities to enjoy at this years event, such as: Classic & Custom Car Show, FREE rides and games, live entertainment, a petting zoo, great food, and much more. Bring the whole family for a great time!
For more information you can visit the Cutlerville-Gaines Chamber of Commerce Website. If you are interested in volunteering, or helping to sponsor the event please contact Mike or Vicki Schmidt at Vschmidt@kentland.com or call 616-698-8610.
There is a long list of fun and festivities to enjoy at this years event, such as: Classic & Custom Car Show, FREE rides and games, live entertainment, a petting zoo, great food, and much more. Bring the whole family for a great time!
For more information you can visit the Cutlerville-Gaines Chamber of Commerce Website. If you are interested in volunteering, or helping to sponsor the event please contact Mike or Vicki Schmidt at Vschmidt@kentland.com or call 616-698-8610.
Thank you from the Dutton Firefighters!
The Dutton Firefighters would like to thank those that attended the Dutton Fire Annual Community Pancake Breakfast on April 17th! Due the generosity of those in attendance, Dutton Firefighters were able to raise around $1,000.
Hope to see you there next year!
Friday, April 16, 2010
EVENT CANCELLED Due to Inclement Weather - 3rd Annual Prairie Wolf Park Annual Celebration and Garlic Mustard Pull!
Prairie Wolf Park Celebration Events have been CANCELLED for May 8, 2010, due to inclement weather. The Garlic Mustard Pull will go forward as planned, but there will be no horse plowing demonstration, vintage tractor display, or tree sales/planing. Thank you and sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
The Gaines Charter Township Parks and Recreation Committee would like to invite you to attend the 3rd Annual Prairie Wolf Park Celebration and Garlic Mustard Pull Event on May 8, 2010 starting at 9:00 am. See the event flyer for all the details!
The Gaines Charter Township Parks and Recreation Committee would like to invite you to attend the 3rd Annual Prairie Wolf Park Celebration and Garlic Mustard Pull Event on May 8, 2010 starting at 9:00 am. See the event flyer for all the details!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Earth Day is April 22nd!
Earth Day is April 22nd, and it will be celebrated by more than a half a billion people in over 190 countries! Take a moment and see what you can do in your small corner of the earth....every little action counts!
Visit the Earth Day Organization website to find ways you can get involved!
Visit the Earth Day Organization website to find ways you can get involved!
Dutton Fire Pancake Breakfast
Dutton Fire Rescue (3471 68th St.) will be holding their Annual Community Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 7:00 am to 10:00 am. Come out and enjoy a great breakfast with the Dutton community! All proceeds go towards upgrading tools and equipment for the firefighters.
Check out the event flyer for more details!
Check out the event flyer for more details!
New Gaines Public Library Manager
Cathy Neis has been selected as the new Gaines Township Branch Manager. Cathy will start her new positon on April 19, 2010. Cathy has been with KDL since 1998 and is highly trained with a great deal of library experience. Gaines Charter Township welcomes her!
Michelle Boisvenue-Fox, current Branch Manager at the Gaines Township Branch of Kent District Library, has accepted a new position as Assistant Director of Public Services with Kent District Library. Her promotion comes three years after coming to the Gaines Township Library. In her time as Branch Manager, Michelle has worked to enhance the library’s environment by merchandising the collection with attractive displays, adding tables for laptop users and seating areas as well as increasing the space in the kids area. These improvements resulted in increased branch use. She has brought many wonderful books, ideas, and opportunities to the residents of Gaines Charter Township in her time at the local branch. It has truly been a pleasure to work with her!
“It has been a pleasure working with Michelle these last three years. She truly has had the best interests of Gaines Township residents and the library at the heart of everything she has done in and for our branch. We will miss her input and her positive contributions to our branch but look forward to seeing the results of those on a district-wide level. We wish Michelle only the best”
Crystal Osterink, Gaines Charter Township Clerk.
"I was privileged to be a part of the selection committee when Michelle was chosen to become the new Kent District Library Branch Manager for the Gaines Township library. Michelle quickly demonstrated her enthusiastic approach, suggesting changes to the library to make it more inviting and user friendly. During her time with us the number of citizens using the library increased dramatically. When I was informed that she is leaving and assuming the Assistant Director of Public Services position within the Kent District Library system I contacted her to wish her well and told her that our loss will be the gain of the users throughout the Kent District Library System. Congratulations Michelle!"
Don R. Hilton Sr. Gaines Charter Township Supervisor.
Michelle Boisvenue-Fox, current Branch Manager at the Gaines Township Branch of Kent District Library, has accepted a new position as Assistant Director of Public Services with Kent District Library. Her promotion comes three years after coming to the Gaines Township Library. In her time as Branch Manager, Michelle has worked to enhance the library’s environment by merchandising the collection with attractive displays, adding tables for laptop users and seating areas as well as increasing the space in the kids area. These improvements resulted in increased branch use. She has brought many wonderful books, ideas, and opportunities to the residents of Gaines Charter Township in her time at the local branch. It has truly been a pleasure to work with her!
“It has been a pleasure working with Michelle these last three years. She truly has had the best interests of Gaines Township residents and the library at the heart of everything she has done in and for our branch. We will miss her input and her positive contributions to our branch but look forward to seeing the results of those on a district-wide level. We wish Michelle only the best”
Crystal Osterink, Gaines Charter Township Clerk.
"I was privileged to be a part of the selection committee when Michelle was chosen to become the new Kent District Library Branch Manager for the Gaines Township library. Michelle quickly demonstrated her enthusiastic approach, suggesting changes to the library to make it more inviting and user friendly. During her time with us the number of citizens using the library increased dramatically. When I was informed that she is leaving and assuming the Assistant Director of Public Services position within the Kent District Library system I contacted her to wish her well and told her that our loss will be the gain of the users throughout the Kent District Library System. Congratulations Michelle!"
Don R. Hilton Sr. Gaines Charter Township Supervisor.
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