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Chamber Member and Events Newsletter
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Williamston Chamber Announces First Fridays
Beginning Friday, March 2
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Calling All Artists!
Register Today to Be a Part of the
2018 Williamston Fine Arts and Grub Crawl!
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Williamston Chamber to Offer Cash Scholarship to
Williamston High School Senior
The Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce will be awarding a $500 cash scholarship to a member of the 2017-2018 Williamston High School graduating class.
To be considered eligible for the Williamston Area Chamber of Commerce Scholarship:
A) Student must be a member of the 2017-2018 Williamston High School graduating class
B) Student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher
C) Student must submit this application with a completed essay based on the Essay Topic
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VIVEE'S FLORAL GARDEN
VALENTINE'S DAY...CALL NOW!!
Celebrate romance that's here to stay this Valentine's Day with a bouquet that radiates love in passionate shades of pink and red.
Call Vivee's at 517-655-2191.
We have this Lasting Romance Bouquet as well as many other exquisite arrangements.
Vivee's is ready for Valentine's Day and would LOVE to help you with your flowers, chocolates and gift needs!!
We have Williamston Wicks candles, hand-made clutch purses, flasks & openers for the guys,delicious candies, jewelry & more. STOP IN TODAY!!
Vivee's can do arrangements for any occasion! Weddings, Graduation, Birthdays, Congratulations, New Baby and more.
We are located next to the Sun Theatre at 142 W. Grand River Ave.
in the purple building.
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Euchre Fundraiser Feb. 23
The Friends of Williamston Parks (FOWP) invites the public to have fun playing euchre and support area park improvements on Friday, Feb. 23 at the Eagles, 835 High St. in Williamston. Buy-in for the euchre tournament begins at 6 p.m. and play starts at 7 p.m. The cost is $10 per person.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase from the Eagles. The event will feature a 50-50 drawing and other prizes. For more information about the Feb. 23 event, contact Teri Nelson at 517-655-1034.
The Friends of Williamston Parks began in 2015, and recently has been focusing on raising money for a new playground at Volunteers Community Park, the city park located on the corner of Putnam and School streets next to The Commons. For more information about the Friends of Williamston Parks, visit www.williamstonparks.org, e-mail [email protected], or call Heather Galecka at 517-285-7607.
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725 West Grand River Avenue, Williamston, MI 48895
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Adult Watercolor Classes Offered at Keller's Plaza
#215 Keller's Plaza, 107 S. Putnam St. (next to Fireworks Glass Gallery), downtown Williamston
Serious Beginner's Watercolors (level 1)
Friday Mornings 10:00a-12:00pm
March 2, 9, 16 & 23
6 Weeks - $120.00. Adults 16 +.
Self-help books and on-line art tutorials not working? This class is the "next step" in learning basic watercolor techniques with a live working artist/instructor. References, sketches, written instructions, in-class demonstrations and gentle critique when asked. The class is a positive fun way to learn in a relaxed atmosphere. Supply list provided upon request.
Serious Beginner's Watercolors (level 2/3)
Thursday afternoons 1:00-3:00pm
March 1, 8, 15 & 22.
6 weeks - $120.00 Adults 16 +
(Some previous painting experience any media helpful. This is not a Basic Beginners or Serious Beginner's level 1 class.)
Spring in Watercolors, What could be more fun on a dreary afternoon? This class has a spring theme while learning about color mixing and texture techniques. References, sketches, written instructions, in-class demonstrations, and gentle critique and individual discussion upon request. More fun with Watercolor! Supply list provided upon request.
All watercolor classes are held in the Upstairs Commons Area of Keller's Plaza. Not handicap accessible, but a helping hand available going up/down stairs. Free parking on streets and city parking lots.
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Give your beloved the gift of Family History Discovery.
Give them gift certificates for Genealogy Research or Genealogy Classes
Available at
MARK YOUR ROOTS
115 W. Grand River Ave. Suite B
Williamston, Michigan
The Maiden Name Treasure Hunt
Tips for expanding the female lines on your family tree
Wednesday February 21, 2018 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Chart Your Course
Beginning your family history journey
Monday February 26, 2018 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
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ESTATE PLANNING AND PRESERVATION
How do you Self-Fund your retirement?
We can show you how to take control of your retirement destiny. It is not too late to start. Automatic deposit into an IRA, whether Traditional or Roth is up to you, it is also the easiest way to save. When you first start it may sting a bit but believe me, you will adjust quickly. Remember that it is an investment in your future and you can't beat that. So many times in our lives we put others needs before ours but retirement savings is not where you should give in. This is a time to put yourself first.
Call us today
517-655-7879
If you're looking for options for your retirement give us a call, we can help you get the answers you're looking for and create a plan for your retirement!!
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IT'S COLD OUTSIDE BUT IT'S WARM IN IN THE WBC!!
Join today and run or walk inside!
Join the Williamston Barbell Club! Our members have 24/7 access to work out so it doesn't matter what your schedule is like. The gym is staffed on Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 3pm-7pm if you would like to look around. We're ready to assist you in achieving your health and fitness goals.
HIIT classes! Join Alexa Boyce
Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 5:30 AM OR 6:15 AM for HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) No pre-registration required / $10.00 drop in fee! It's a perfect class to kick start your fitness goals.
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Elizabeth Williams Dance Studio
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The Wedding Gallery
101 E. Grand River Ave., Williamston
517-655-2929
LET THE WEDDING PLANNING BEGIN!
The Wedding Gallery has everything you'll need to create
the perfect wedding look.
We're open Saturdays from 1pm-5pm. Appointments available other days.
~Designer Gowns from LaSposa, Eden Bridal, Jasmine, Moonlight, DaVinci, Mori Lee and more.
~Mother of the Bride & Groom, Bridesmaids, Prom & Formal Dresses, veils & accessories.
"Like" us on Facebook and follow us on twitter, Instagram & Pinterest
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Williamston Area Senior Center
P.O. Box 343
201 School Street Williamston
517-655-5173
February Events
Free Basic Computer Class for Seniors
- Thanks for a grant from the Capital Area Community Foundation we will be conducting two free computer classes in February for seniors. The first one will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2018 from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. During both these sessions we will conduct an open computer activity in which you can bring your I-pads, lap tops, phones and we will provide assistance on their use.
TODAY, February 14, 2018 - Valentines Day Lunch sponsored by Dr. Robert Watts, DDS.
Entertainment, Root Beer Floats, Fish Luncheon and lots of good will.
Monday, February 19, 2018, Sing Along with Dewey Longuski from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Williamston Area Senior Center. No registration, no fee, just the magical music of Dewey.
Movies at the Williamston Senior Center -
Grandparents and parents bring your grand kids or children to the screening of a family comedy "The Secret Life of Pets." This event will be held on, Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the Senior Center. Free popcorn and pop will be provided for any one 12 years and younger or anyone over 60 years.
Thursday, February 22, 2018 at 12:30 pm the Senior Center will be showing "
The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel"
with Judy Dench, Maggie Smith, Bill Nighy and Dev Patel. Open to all Seniors.
Wednesday, February 21, 2018 the County Register of Deeds, Derrick Quinney will be making a presentation on Real Estate Planning. The following presentation will be held at 12:30 pm at the Senior Center; Home Care by Brookdale Meridian on Wednesday, February 7, 2018; Elder Abuse by the Tri-County Office on Aging on Thursday, February 15, 2018; and Senior Safety by Chief Yanz from NIESA on Wednesday, February 28, 2018.
Free coffee for all seniors Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm.
EUCHRE
- Wednesdays 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
Needle Craft Group
- meets after lunch between 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
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304 River Edge Now Renting
Situated on the banks of the Red Cedar River in the heart of downtown Williamston MI, 304 River Edge Apartments, a brand new development, offers three floors of large high end 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. We also offer commercial rental space. Designed with environmentally friendly aspects in mind, 304 River Edge is situated within walking distance of all of Williamston's restaurants, entertainment, attractions and conveniences.
Contact our office today for your home or retail needs. We are proud to call Williamston home, and look forward to helping you do so as well.
517-272-2900 X605
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Williamston Schools Foundation News
The Williamston Schools Foundation will draw three lucky winners for its annual Education Wins! Raffle on Feb. 23, 2018, during the last home basketball game vs. Portland. Tickets are $50 each with prizes of $5,000, $2,000 and $1,000 for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. Tickets are available from WSF Trustees (see
www.williamstonschoolsfoudnation.org for a list) and at home basketball games beginning in late December. All raffle proceeds directly fund teacher grants that enhance education at Williamston Community Schools.
The foundation is also looking for a new treasurer to help us enrich the quality of the educational experience for the children of WCS. The WSF board meets quarterly at the Central Office. Interested candidates please contact Amanda Frattarelli, WSF Coordinator, at
[email protected]
or 517.655.7513
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