Items are listed in this section free of charge and are not intended for business use. Undated announcements will appear in one issue unless requested for longer. Call 248-2258 to place an announcement.
House for Sale
Three bedroom home for sale, with full basement, a full bath and a three-quarter bath. Includes refrigerator, natural gas range and dishwasher. Detached two-car garage also located on the property. The garage is fully insulated and heated. Also set up and wired for a welding business. Asking $135,000. Home located at 3466 S. Pine Village Rd. (by the ambulance barn). For more information, call 906-248-5982, or stop by.
Car for Sale
2001 Dodge Durango for sale - 130,000 miles, V-8 engine, leather interior, new tires, towing package, Pioneer stereo. In excellent condition. Asking $8,000. Call Nathan at 906-248-2773.
Indian Blankets
Indian blankets for sale - $60 each. Call Jim Bowen 248-3643.
CD Player for Sale
Sony Carousel CD player. Holds 200 CD's and is digitally programmable, $150. If interested call 906-248-3715, ext. 1119.
BMPD looking for bike helmet-wearers
The Bay Mills Police Department (BMPD) officers will be on the lookout to see how many kids are using their bicycle helmets. If you are seen wearing your helmet while riding your bike by a BMPD officer, your name will be put into a drawing for a new bicycle. The drawing will take place in August. For more information, please contact JoAnn LeBlanc at 906-248-3204, ext. 3139.
Bay Mills Elders wanted
The Bay Mills Substance Abuse program is looking for Bay Mills elders to volunteer to have area youth perform community service at their homes. Elders can have the youth perform various tasks, such as working on their lawns, painting, gardening, etc. Any elder interested in participating in the program, or for further information on the community service program contact Anthony Carrick at 906-248-3204, ext. 3132.
Performing Arts Teachers sought
Soo Theatre Arts Resource Studios seeks performing arts instructors - dance, theatre, music - for part-time employment. Send cover letter, resume and two references to STARS, c/o Soo Theatre Project, Inc., P.O. Box 1435, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., 49783. Deadline for applications for Fall 2005 is June 30.
Funds available for well upgrade
Do you have a well that was installed before 1993? Is your land zoned agricultural? You may be eligible for money to upgrade your well. Potential applicants must meet the requirements of the Michigan Groundwater Stewardship Program. Call Christine at 906-635-2136, for more details. Funds are limited, so call today to see if you qualify
Mackinac Bridge Cruises
Join the St. Ignace Visitor's Bureau and the Mackinac Island ferries on a sunset cruise under the Mackinac Bridge. This one-and-one-half hour narrated tour begins in June and July at 8:30 p.m., and in August at 8 p.m., every Monday night. The cost is $15 per person; children under 5 are free of charge. Reservations are required. Call the St. Ignace Visitor's Bureau for more information, 1-800-338-6660.
Enjoy an evening of non-denominational spiritual music and meditation while watching a beautiful sunset. Join the St. Ignace Ministerial Association in July and August for worship and spectacular views. All vesper cruises depart from the St. Ignace Arnold Transit dock. Cruises depart in July at 8:30 p.m., and in August at 8 p.m. The cost is free, but donations are accepted.
All new! The historic Schooner Roseway sails the Straits of Mackinac seven days a week, with three different sailing times - 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; 3 to 5 p.m.; and 6 to 8 p.m. - beginning in June and ending in September. Learn about the natural local history while raising and trimming the sails with the Roseway crew, or sit back and relax in the summer breeze. The cost is $30 for adults, $25 for seniors over 65 and $15 for children under 12. Call 906-643-6384 for further details.
Mother/Grandmother Brunch
The Bay Mills Health Start/MSS-ISS Program will be hosting a Mother/Grandmother Brunch at the Horizons Conference Center on Saturday, June 4, from 10 a.m until noon. For more information, contact JoAnn LeBlanc at 906-248-3204, ext. 3139.
Saturday Morning Stretch
The Bay Mills Healthy Start Program will be hosting a "Saturday Morning Stretch" for moms and moms-to-be at the Waishkey Gymnasium on Saturday, June 11, from 10 a.m. until noon. Moms and moms-to-be will learn how to do stretch routines properly followed by a walk. Strollers will be available for babies. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, contact JoAnn LeBlanc at 906-248-3204, ext. 3139.
5th Annual "Tour of Gardens"
The Friends of Caring Animal Shelter (FOCAS) is sponsoring the 5th Annual "Tour of Gardens" to be held Saturday, July 9, from 12 to 4 p.m. Four gardens will be featured, including the Soo Locks gardens, designed by the Sault Garden Club. Tickets are $12 and will be available starting June 25 at The Mole Hole, At Home Gift Gallery, Weber's Floral and Gift and Country Road Greenhouse. They may also be purchased tour day at the garden sites. Proceeds will benefit animal welfare in Chippewa County. Refreshments and door prizes will be offered. For more information, call 906-635-2921
Domestic violence support group meets weekly
A Christian based domestic violence support group is being held every Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Sault Ste. Marie. Child care is available. For more information contact Victim Advocate Joyce Siegal at 906-248-3204, ext. 3309.
Blood drive slated for June 24
The American Red Cross will be hosting a blood drive sponsored by Sault Tribe at the Sault Tribe Health Center in Sault Ste. Marie on June 24 from 11 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. This drive is open to the public. For more information on donating blood call 1-800-582-2240 ext. 102.
MS Walk to be held June 25 in Traverse City
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society will hold the final of their 15 annual walks around the state on June 25 in Traverse City. The walk is six miles long and begins at 9 a.m. Registration for the event begins at 8 a.m. at the Grand Traverse Civic Center. For more information on the walk or to register, visit www.nmssmi.org or call 800-FIGHT-MS. Each year thousands of individuals walk from two to 12 miles to help raise funds towards the support of at least 16,000 individuals who have been diagnosed with MS. Funds provide programs, services and research into the disease.
"River Rampage" street party set for June 10
On Friday, June 10, Downtown Sault Ste. Marie will be buzzing with music and boats as the Soo kicks off the second annual "River Rampage" boat races with a downtown street party. Starting at 6:30 p.m., the event will last until 11 p.m., and is free to the public. Portage Avenue, between Ashmun Street and Gov. Osborn Boulevard, will be closed for the street party. Portage Avenue businesses will offer outdoor seating and service. Starting at 6:30 p.m., Hogan's Goat, Phat Tuesday, and Nuclear Renaissance will entertain the crowds. At 7 p.m., rampage boats and race crews will visit downtown to meet and greet area residents. Live music will end at 11 p.m. For more information about the River Rampage Street Party, call 906-248-6973.
Disaster Training class to be offered June 25
The American Red Cross recently assisted victims of disaster in Florida and Asia. Did you know the Red Cross also assists victims of disaster in the Eastern Upper Peninsula? And, you can help. The Chippewa County Chapter - American Red Cross is offering "Introduction to Disaster" training Saturday, June 25, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Huntington Bank at 511 Ashmun St., in Sault Ste. Marie. A follow-up "Shelter Operations" class will be offered Saturday, July 30, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. To sign up for this class or for more information, please contact the Chippewa County Chapter - American Red Cross at ccarc@30below.com, or 906-632-8111.
Summer Convention
The annual summer convention of the Upper Peninsula Association of American Legion Posts will be held June 10-12, at 2005 Ira D. MacLachlan Post #3, located at 3 Legion Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Anyone seeking information may contact Convention Chairman Walter Babcock at 906-632-2881.
Babysitting Class
Bay Mills Healthy Start Babysitting Class will be held June 20 to 24.
Bay Mills Pow Wow to be held June 10-12
The Bay Mills Indian Community will be hosting its 14th Annual Honoring Our Veterans Competition Pow Wow on June 10-12 at the Bay Mills ball field. There will be over $14,000 in dance prize money. The tribe will also be hosting its first annual St. Mary's River Drum Competition, with over $9,000 in prize money. (Picture identification required to compete for dance or drum.) Native American vendors only. Call for rates. For more information, contact Angie Johnson at 906-248-3241, ext. 1106, or Irma Parrish at 906-248 3241, ext. 3160.
Men's Health Week
Men's Health Week will be held June 13 to 19. The goal is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease in men and boys. Men's Health Week gives health care providers, public policy makers, the media and individuals an opportunity to encourage men and boys to seek regular medical advice and early treatment for disease and injury. A Well Man Clinic will be held June 16, from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m., at the Bay Mills Health Center. Call 906-249-5527 for an appointment.
Well Child Clinics
Well Child Clinics will be held at the Bay Mills Health Center on Tuesday, June 7; Tuesday, June 14; Tuesday, July 12; Thursday, July 14; Tuesday, Aug. 2; and Thursday, Aug. 4. Call 906-248-5527 to schedule an appointment.
Well Woman Clinics
Well Woman Clinics will be held at the Bay Mills Health Center on Tuesday, June 21; Tuesday, July 26; Tuesday, Aug. 30; and Tuesday, Oct. 4. Call 906-248-5527 to schedule an appointment.
Sports Physicals
Sports physicals will be held at the Bay Mills Health Center on Thursday, June 9; Thursday, June 23; Thursday, June 30; Thursday, July 7; Thursday, July 21; Thursday, July 28; Tuesday, Aug. 9; and Thursday, Aug. 11. Call 906-248-5527 to schedule an appointment.
For more information contact Joan Jerman at the Department of Recreation and Health Promotion at 248-3241 ext. 3119.
Elders Exercise
Improving circulation, flexibility, and strength is important and possible regardless of age. Come join this safe and enjoyable exercise class. Elder Exercise is open to the public 55 and older at no cost. Classes are held each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 a.m., in the Waishkey Center Gym.
Call Lance Teeple at the Bay Mills Cultural Lodge (old Spirits Lounge), at 906-437-4372 for more information.
Cultural Committee
The Cultural Committee meets the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m., at the Bay Mills Cultural Lodge. Community welcome. In the event of foul weather, the committee will meet in the Bay Mills court room.
Craft Circle
The Cultural Center will host a craft circle the last Monday of each month. The craft circle is open to anyone and everyone who wishes to share their knowledge and teachings on their crafts. Some materials will be available, but anyone wishing to attend should bring their own materials. To sign up or for more information, contact Lance Teeple at 906-437-4372.
  
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