Out and About Blog by Norm Stutesman

Out and About – Week of November 12th

The election is over, which means that the campaigning is over, which means no more mudslinging via the news media. Someone made a lot of money during the campaigning, and I’m sure it wasn’t me or any others more deserving. What a waste of dollars. What will they talk about next on Facebook or Twitter? The next event to plan …

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Out and About – Week of November 5th

We are now into November. By the time some of you read this, we’ll know who our President will be for the next four years. Some of us will be elated, and some of us will be packing our bags and making plans to relocate out of country. I will be extremely elated, because I won’t have to put up …

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Out and About – Week of October 29th

This Saturday, November 3, is the date for the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church’s Christmas Bazaar. From 9AM until 6 PM, you’ll be able to look over and purchase all sorts of Christmas crafts and baked goods. A special event this year is the School Afghan raffle. The five afghans are crocheted in Granny Squares and each has a block in …

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Out and About – Week of October 22nd

Christmas is only about two months away. It isn’t too hard to find Christmas items in many of the stores already. Thanksgiving is next month, and Halloween is next week. Why can’t we just take one day of celebration, or one holiday, at a time? Things have become so commercialized lately. I wouldn’t be surprised if fireworks don’t go on …

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Out and About – Week of October 15th

This fall has been picture-perfect when it comes to fall colors. We had the privilege of traveling up to St. Ignace a couple of weeks ago, and the colors were fantastic, not only up north, but also around this part of Michigan also. I can only imagine what the colors are like out east. This year’s color tour was timed …

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Out and About – Week of October 8th

The colors in the trees seem to be getting better every day. Next Sunday, October 14, is the date set aside when everyone can travel the areas around Three Rivers and take in the sights that Mother Nature has so generously provided. Whether it’s sampling the apples at Corey Lake Orchards, the cider and donuts at Swiss Valley, or the …

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Out and About – Week of October 1st

Last Labor Day we had the Annual Three Rivers Bridge Walk, sponsored by the Three Rivers Women’s Club. Congratulations ladies, for a successful turnout for your event. The weather cooperated, which added to the fun. This month, The Pregnancy Helpline Center of Three Rivers will host their annual fundraiser on Saturday, October 6. “Life Walk 2012” starts off with registration …

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Out and About – Week of September 24th

We had ninety-degree temperatures in March, and it seems that we’re having an early fall with morning temperatures in the forties. One doesn’t dare to sleep in, because the chances are that you’ll miss one of the four seasons. I’ve said many times that fall is one of my favorite seasons because of the colors and milder temperatures. It’s too …

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Out and About – Week of September 10th

School has been in session for a week now. Students are settling in with their daily routines and are realizing that school can actually be fun and educational. The moms, who have sent their little ones off to their first day ever of school, have dried their tears and now realize that little Susie will return home after being cast …

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Out and About – Week of September 3rd

Today is the first day of school. Where did the summer go? It seems like Water Festival was just a couple of weeks ago. I’m not sure how many high school students read this column, but I’d like to offer some friendly advice to those who do. Enjoy your high school years. Study hard, take advantage of the many extra-curricular …

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