COMMUNITY HUMAN SERVICES CALENDAR
The Human Services Calendar offers residents of St. Joseph County, Michigan a single source for supportive events within the county that relate to all areas of human services or low cost recreation. Because personal health is impacted by many factors, promoting these events directly contributes to the well-being of our community by getting individuals and families connected to needed services, engaged in healthy activities, and interacting with others in the community.
Sign up to give blood at: www.GiveBloodNow.com; Sponsor Code: Sturgis. All donors in April are entered into weekly drawings to win one if 10 $100 gift certificates.
WELLNESS & RELAXATION: Join us as we explore different pathways to be a promoter of personal
wellness. Areas of exploration include relaxation exercises, meditation, changing negative thoughts to
positive thoughts, yoga stretches, and deep breathing.
Join us Thursday April 18th for a FREE SWIMMING EVENT hosted by the St. Joseph County Great Start Collaborative!
We are partnering with the Sturgis Community Pool to bring you a hands on presentation focusing on swim safety, and then you are free to enjoy open swim with your family afterwards!
PLEASE COME DRESSED IN YOUR SUITS ready to SWIM! Locker room will be available afterwards to change into your street clothes, and don't forget to BRING YOUR TOWELS :)
FitnessKid Friendly
Weekly activity for middle school students. Each week focuses n topics like relationships, challenges, and goals. The evening includes free time, games, small group discussion, input by the staff, and refreshments. Throughout the year they enjoy activities, such as an all-nighter, bonfire & archery, and getaways during the winter & summer.
An Easter Breakfast buffet will be available between 9 and 11. The breakfast is sponsored by the Mission Trip team. There will also be an Easter Egg Hunt for children at 10:45 am, after the first service. Children’s Church will be provided during each worship service.
Easter Sunday’s (April 21) celebration of Christ’s resurrection, will include two services: contemporary at 9:30 am, featuring Reconciled; and traditional at 11:00 am, including Chancel Choir and organ music.
Weekly activity for high school students. Each week they explore a pertinent issue to their lives, discuss possible solutions and develop leadership skills. Teens from Sturgis and area towns enjoy an evening of games, movie clips, small group discussions, input by staff, and refreshments. Throughout the year there are special activities like dodge ball, ice skating, bowling, bonfire, etc. They have trips to Colorado & Florida during school breaks.
Food pantry with no residency or income restrictions. I.D. not required. Open 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month from 11am-12 noon. Helping Hands is a ministry of Holy Angels Catholic Church. Drop boxes for non-perishable food items are located at each of the church entrances. Monetary donations accepted at the parish office.
Join our group as we discover and provide information about self-esteem, how it is developed and maintained. We then address biased expectations, how to accept yourself, and developing balanced core beliefs to achieve a healthy self-esteem.
Almost everyone gets a little anxious or embarrassed in front of other people now and then, though some of us are shyer than others. Sometimes, though, the anxiety can be so intense that it stops us from doing the things we enjoy, or starts interfering in our daily lives. In this group we will explore the benefits of socializing, stepping out of our fear, increased social interaction, and the enriching of our wellbeing.
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale
•Wednesday, April 24th – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
•Thursday, April 25th – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
•Friday, April 26th – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Please bring in your oldies but goodies any time. You may leave them by the office or ask to put them in our special rummage sale room. Please volunteer to help with setup and sale! Sign up sheets will be available in the Messenger, bulletin and on the bulletin board.
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale
•Wednesday, April 24th – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
•Thursday, April 25th – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
•Friday, April 26th – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Please bring in your oldies but goodies any time. You may leave them by the office or ask to put them in our special rummage sale room. Please volunteer to help with setup and sale! Sign up sheets will be available in the Messenger, bulletin and on the bulletin board.
Spring Rummage and Bake Sale
•Wednesday, April 24th – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
•Thursday, April 25th – 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
•Friday, April 26th – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Please bring in your oldies but goodies any time. You may leave them by the office or ask to put them in our special rummage sale room. Please volunteer to help with setup and sale! Sign up sheets will be available in the Messenger, bulletin and on the bulletin board.
Live music in participating downtown Businesses! Punch cards for prize drawings and Scavenger hunt cards for a special prize drawing at the DDA booth on Pleasant St. Also on Pleasant St. several food truck vendors along with Mary Poppins and a photo booth! And much more! 5:30-9:00pm.
City Resident: $20/couple; Non-resident: $30/couple. Additional children $5 each. ($10 late fee added after 4/5/19) Sign up by April 5th, 2019 Early Bird Registration Guarantees a prize. Obstacle course, NERF games, pizza and much, much more!!!
SPONSORS: BOWERSOX FLOOR CENTER, METALLOID CORPORATION, TUFFY AUTO SERVICES CENTER, ALLEY BOUNCE HOUSE, BOLAND’S BEST-ONE TIRE, INC., KROGERS, LITTLE CAESARS, MARTIN PRODUCTS COMPANY
We're doing another Open Mic Night on April 26th, so start practicing your performance! Whether you are into poetry readings, magic tricks, song performances, comedy sketches, rapping, juggling or story telling - we'd love to see you share your talents with the community. Sign up online on our website, or message us here on Facebook to put your name on the list.
Performers age 14 -17 will take the stage in the lounge at 8pm for their max 5 minute acts**; age 18+ will perform their max 10 minute acts starting at 8:30pm. An amp & microphone available, if needed. FREE to perform and attend (donations are welcome). ** No profanity allowed during the 14-17yr time slot.
Mallory was born into a musical family and has been singing essentially her entire life. She is 20 years
old and is a sophomore at Hope College pursuing a degree in civil engineering. At Hope is also immersed
in the music scene. She has performed several times at the Thursday night Coffee House. Her
performance for "The Hope College Tiny Dorm Music Series" has experienced excellent viewership. She is currently the female lead vocalist in college’s
Americana folk band ElkMob. She is also a guitar/vocalist the Hope College Worship Program.
Mallory exudes a comfortable and earthy persona behind the microphone. She is inclined to interpret
songs rather than merely reproduce them. Artists she finds inspiring include Seth Glier, The Lumineers, Mumford & Sons, Delta Rae (and her mother!)
Get ready for summer! Put on your fancy shorts and Hawaiian shirts and join us for an evening of loud music, crazy contests, dancing, and lots of FUN! All area 6th-8th graders are welcome. Glow necklaces and bracelets will be available for $1.
