MASON in Motion

UPDATE May 15, 2018

Mid-Month Supplement to the Monthly "Mason in Motion" Newsletter

Mason Area Chamber of Commerce 148 E. Ash Street, Mason, MI 48854

Phone 517-676-1046 -- Fax 517-676-8504 masonchamber@masonchamber.org

www.masonchamber.org

A reminder: Names of MACC members are usually in bold type in our publications.

MASON'S THURSDAY CONCERTS START WITH MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ BANDS Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to downtown Mason on Thursday evening, May 24, and enjoy the sounds of the Mason Middle School and Mason High School Jazz Bands on the Ingham County Courthouse lawn. The bands, under the direction of Amber McRay and Beth Bousfield, will play beginning at 6:00 p.m. in a free concert, hosted by the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Salon 130.

That evening, the MACC will be kicking off their fourteenth season of "Thursday Night Live! Courthouse Concerts." Mason's summer series of live musical entertainment is presented by Independent Bank on eight select Thursday evenings this year. The free outdoor concerts take place at 6:00 p.m. on the Ingham County Courthouse lawn in downtown Mason on May 24, June 7 and 21, July 5 and 19, August 9 and 23, and September 13, weather permitting. Organizers have also set aside a rain date of August 30.

The Mason Optimist Club will be selling hot dogs, chips and pop nearby, so families can enjoy a picnic dinner during the concerts. Many concert-goers stop by restaurants and stores in Mason before and afterwards. "The Chamber hosting Thursday Night Live! Courthouse Concerts again is a way to bring more fun and excitement to downtown Mason," said Beth Yeider of Independent Bank, chair of the committee organizing the concerts.

She is especially happy this year since most of the performers are returning for encore performances. "We thank our sponsors and volunteers and want to let folks know that we can bring these concerts to our visitors and residents only through their generosity and the assistance of the City of Mason and Ingham County," she added.

Two weeks after the first concert, the Mason Orchestral Society will be performing on Thursday, June 7, sponsored by CP Federal Credit Union. The June 21 concert will feature local band Life Support Unplugged, sponsored by Dart Container Corporation. The Capital Sundogs will play on July 5, sponsored by Dart Bank. The Sea Cruisers, sponsored by Darrell's Market and Hardware, will play on July 19. On Thursday, August 9, sponsored by Commercial Bank Mason, the Backwoods Band will have the stage - back for their fourteenth straight year.

For the August 23 concert on the Courthouse lawn, sponsored by the Dart Container Corporation, the series will feature the Twilight Memories Big Band. The entertainment series concludes with the Mason High School Band on Thursday, September 13, led by Beth Bousfield, MHS Band Director. The Mason High School Cheer Squad will join them in the program sponsored by CP Federal Credit Union. All concerts are weather permitting.

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Congratulations to the MACC members who made it into the top five in their categories in the City Pulse and

Fox 47 Top-of-the-Town Contest 2018:

Lansing Area Brewery BAD Brewing Company

Food Truck Good Bites

Ice Cream Shop The Daily Scoop

Biggby Mason Biggby

Bowling Alley City Limits Mason

Coffee Shop Bestsellers Mason

Place to Take Kids Potter Park Zoo

Public Park Hawk Island

Advocate/Activist Barb Byrum

Hair Stylist Kimmie Schroeder Salon 130

Bank Dart Bank

Credit UnionCASE Credit Union

Credit Union LAFCU

Credit Union MSU Federal Credit Union

Politician Barb Byrum

News Source Lansing State Journal

News Source Fox 47 News

Pet Care/Vet Services Patterson Veterinary Hospital

Salon/Spa Salon 130

Tire Shop Adado Auto

Antique Shop Maple Street Mall

Bookstore Bestsellers Mason

Butcher Merindorf Meats

Candy Shop Kean's Store

Clothing Store Sweetlees Boutique

Gift Shop Kean's Store

Pawn/Secondhand Store Dicker & Deal

Best WiFi Spot Biggby

Best WiFi Spot Capital Area District Libraries

Cleanest Restroom BAD Brewing Company

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POST YOUR EVENTS! Feel free to login as a member and post your Mason area events on the Chamber's Events page. If you don't remember your login, call us at (517) 676-1046 for assistance.

BTW -- ANYONE can post a public event (member or not) at http://business.masonchamber.org/events/public-submission

All posts must adhere to our guidelines about newsworthiness and media selection regarding proximity, impact, prominence, and/or membership.

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Mason Promise Scholarship Names Future Recipients

Fifth graders honored at ceremony at Mason Middle School

On May 2, twenty-five outgoing Mason fifth graders were honored at a ceremony to be recipients of the Mason Promise Scholarship when they graduate in 2025. Mason Public Schools administration selected students to be scholarship recipients based on academic capability, motivation, behavior, parent support and economic need.

The students who were honored at the ceremony were: Owen Adaway, Vincent Baker, Madison Beard, Savannah Beard, Brayden Braughton, Kendall Brown, Isaac Cooper, Kyliee Cousino, Owen Gustafson, Brooklynn Houser Stanton, Blendi Jahiri, Lillian Klages, Jennifer LaClear, Emme LaLonde, Taylor Lukavsky, Katelyn McCann, Layla Mulka, Alexander Palmer, Dakota Rahe, Logan Ravelo, Zachary Tyler, Caleb Vaughn, Heavenly Webb, Tyler Wood and Aaron Yergler.

"The Mason Promise Scholarship program provides the scholarship recipients with a gateway to a future that they deserve," said Ted Berryhill, Mason Middle School principal. "For our community to invest in our children in this way shows that the Mason community is committed to providing a world-class education for our students."

The Mason Promise Scholarship is a community organization of volunteers that guarantees funding for two years of Lansing Community College education to selected scholarship recipients. Over the course of six years, these students receive mentoring and support as well as introduction to career possibilities through the Pathway Program.

To learn more about the Mason Promise Scholarship, contact Jodi Somerville at somervillej@masonk12.net or 517.676.6490.

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"Thank you to amazing chamber staff, volunteers, members, vendors and shoppers who made this year's Spring Fling in Mason a Hometown USA record day!" -- Jamie Robinson

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The Ingham ISD School for Special Education - Heartwood is holding a fundraising golf scramble on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 to raise money for a fully-accessible playground at the school. This is a great opportunity to sponsor a worthy cause (sponsorships are priced low too). Please give this your thoughtful consideration! Sponsor documents or learn more at:

http://www.inghamisd.org/downloads/iisd_heartwood_school/hearts_of_fun_golf_scramble_sponsorship_form_2.12.18.pdf . For more information, please contact: Sara Parkinson, Communications Specialist, sparkinson@inghamisd.org, 517.244.1231.

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The Mason Orchestral Society is very pleased to announce two May concerts performed by the Mason Philharmonic and the Mason Symphony. There is no admission fee for either concert; however, donations are greatly appreciated. On May 17 the Mason Philharmonic, under the direction of Ms. Catalina Barraza, will perform Vivaldi's Violin Concerto in G minor RV 317 with soloist Mia Chen, plus pieces by Holst, Hofeldt, and Gliere. Performance information: ·Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. St. James Catholic Church 1010 S. Lansing St. Mason MI 48854 On May 18 the Mason Symphony will feature Elgar's Cello Concerto in E minor, Op. 85 with soloist Richard Liu on cello, and Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 with soloist Karel Abo on violin. ·Friday, May 18, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. St. James Catholic Church 1010 S. Lansing St. Mason MI 48854

The Mason Orchestral Society (MOS) is a non-profit community orchestra made up of students and adult musicians from around the Lansing area. The society sponsors two ensembles: The Symphony Orchestra and the Philharmonic. Additional information about MOS activities and events can be found on the society's Web site at www.masonorchestras.org.

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FATHER KUSI'S FIJI FAMILY REUNION AT ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH

Please mark your calendars now to attend a delicious Steak Dinner in St. James Catholic Church's Cave Hall sponsored independently by "Friends of Father Kusi" on May 19th. Dinner will include NY strip steaks, baked potatoes, French fries, Cole slaw, green beans and a dessert selection. Chicken will also be available. The cost is $15 per person at the door. There will also be a cash bar with beer and wine. The event will start at 5:30 and all are invited. Net proceeds will be used to defray the cost of plane tickets, travel expenses and living expenses for Fr. Kusi's mother and brother during their stay in Mason. They will be here through July 30th. We will gladly accept upfront donations to help with the cost of the steak dinner supplies. Checks may be made payable to "Don Kill-Friends of Father Kusi" and dropped off in the church office. For further information, please contact Jeff Haueter at 517-599-1532, George Wygant at 517-676-0855 or Don Kill at 517-676-2945.

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Be a Tourist in Your Own Town While a dollar sure doesn't buy much these days, it's still enough to participate in metro-Lansing's annual Be A Tourist In Your Own Town event on Saturday, June 2. Passports are on sale now for $1 at the Greater Lansing CVB Visitors Center located at 500 E. Michigan Ave. A passport grants free access and special activities at attractions around metro-Lansing, including downtown favorites like Impression 5 Science Center, R.E. Olds Transportation Museum, the State Capitol Building,Lansing Art Gallery, and more! MACC is a member of GLCVB.

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Michigan Mile Come on out on Saturday, June 2 for a one-mile run and great day of fun at Cooley Law School Stadium, home of the Lansing Lugnuts! The Sparrow Michigan Mile is a one-mile fun run for kids 13 and under. Those age six and under can register to participate in the KIDSPRINT, which takes place on the warning track inside the stadium. Children run with their own age group and all participants get a cool race bag, t-shirt and a medal from sponsor MSU Federal Credit Union.

Have questions? Please email michiganmile@sparrow.org or call 1.800.Sparrow (772.7769).

Click here

to register online.

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to download a copy of the Michigan Mile Race Application.

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to download the Parent Instructions document, including the Race Map, Race Heats, and other helpful race day information.

Click here to volunteer at the Michigan Mile.

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Mason Klavon's opening this fall, restaurant chain scouting spots for 4th location

A Jackson County specialty is expanding to the Lansing area. If all goes according to plan, Klavon's Pizzeria & Pub will open its third restaurant by September or October on Kipp Road in Mason, across the street from Meijer, Director of Operations Andrea LaFever said. Click on the headline above for more.

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Culinary program offers real world experience to Ingham students

Food trucks seem to be parking on every corner nowadays, but have you ever seen one run entirely by teenagers? The Wilson Talent Center offers a Culinary Arts and Hospitality program for students in Ingham County where they can learn all sides of the restaurant business. Click on the headline above for more.

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Register at the link below for your free ticket to the Elevation Grand Opening off Jolly Road in Okemos on Tuesday, June 19th from 4-8 PM. Look for the Ribbon Cutting announcement from MACC, MABA, and LRCC Ambassadors coming soon!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/elevation-okemos-launch-party-tickets-45911430324

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MASON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING ON JUNE 4TH The speaker for the Monday, June 4th MAHS meeting at the Mason Area Historical Museum will be the host of "Michigan's Big Show", Michael Patrick Shiels. Michael will be talking about his book collaboration with Golf Pro Ken Raynor "I Call Him Mr. President". The book is a delightful read in which Ken Raynor shares stories of golf, fishing and his friendship with George H. W. Bush. For more information on the Big Show, go to www.mibigshow.com. Michael was producer for legendary Detroit radio host, J. P. McCarthy and has been named "Network Radio Personality of the Year" by the Michigan Association of Broadcasters on multiple occasions as well as authoring several other books. The MAHS meeting is at 7 p.m. Please join them! The book will be available that evening for purchase for $25.00, cash or check.

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Can HVAC Upgrades Improve Worker Performance?

FROM: Consumers Energy

Are you getting a lot of 'too hot' or 'too cold' complaints from employees? Are more workers calling off sick? Do you see employees using personal appliances, such as fans and space heaters?

If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, it could mean your facility isn't as comfortable or healthy as it could be. Evidence suggests that heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system upgrades will not only reduce your energy bills but make your workplace happier and more productive.

Comfort and productivity: what the research says

A 2015 Harvard University study investigated the productivity and cost saving benefits of improved ventilation. The researchers found that doubling ventilation rates using an energy recovery ventilation (ERV) system cost about $40 per employee while significantly reducing energy costs. That same ventilation changes increased worker performance by 8 percent, leading to a $6,500 increase in employee productivity each year.

Building temperatures also affect worker performance. A temperature of 68°F is often recommended to optimize energy savings, but how will that impact productivity? A U.S. Department of Energy study found worker performance increases at temperatures up to 72°F, with performance decreasing at temperatures above 73°F.

Take action

It's clear that HVAC system upgrades can provide your workplace with a breath of fresh air. Here's what you should do:

• Hire a qualified professional to clean and inspect your HVAC system each year to ensure efficient operation. • Ensure proper airflow. Make sure registers aren't covered by furniture or equipment.

• Consider installing ERV systems, which save energy by capturing up to 80 percent of the exhaust air and use it to heat or cool the incoming supply air.

• Install Wi-Fi enabled programmable thermostats to control building temperatures according to your operating scheduling, while optimizing savings and convenience.

If your rooftop unit, furnace or boiler is older or in need of major repairs, consider upgrading to an ENERGY STAR® certified heating or cooling unit. ENERGY STAR commercial HVAC systems are more efficient than standard models while still providing excellent performance. Other energy efficiency measures, such as adding insulation and sealing air leaks, can impact worker performance. Consider a facility energy assessment. A professional auditor can recommend the most effective measures to save energy and make your indoor environment more comfortable and productive.

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The Center for Health Innovation & Education Now Open

Henry Ford Allegiance Health announced the grand opening of its Center for Health Innovation & Education on Tuesday, May 1. Ground was broken in September 2016 for construction of the two-story addition to the northwest side of the Charles Anderson building. The Center's leading-edge technology makes it possible for residents, researchers, educators, physicians and nurses to hone their medical and interpersonal skills through simulated learning. Increased knowledge and advanced skills allow the Henry Ford Allegiance Health team to provide an even higher level of quality and safety for an exceptional patient experience. At the heart of the Center is a Simulation Laboratory (SIM Lab), designed to look and feel like real inpatient and outpatient settings. Lifelike mannequins with self-healing "skin" are programmed to react to treatment with human physiological responses. Simulation practice will provide learners with a broad range of experience in treating virtually every disease and condition without risk to patients. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Sarah Hillman | Wednesday, April 25, 2018 Sweetlees Boutique offers affordable fashion for all in Greater Lansing area

Cori Thackery always wanted to own a clothing shop. A place offering clothes that were both beautiful and trendy to women of all shapes and sizes. So, when she quit her job as a reading teacher, she decided to give the idea a whirl. And Sweetlees Boutique was born. At first, she ran the business online only, offering a selection of carefully curated items she sourced from all over the country. But soon enough the business was taking over her home, and space became an issue. Then there was the issue of customers who wanted to try things on before they made purchases. Thackery says she was constantly having to turn down requests because she wasn't comfortable inviting strangers into her house. It was time for a brick and mortar store. "I love Mason." Thackery says. "We live here, and so it just made sense to open the store here." And the decision has paid off. "The community has been so supportive of my business, it's been amazing. It's become more than I could ever imagine." Sweetlees Boutique offers a gorgeous array of clothing in a wide variety of sizes. "We carry all sizes because everybody should be able to look to look good, no matter what size they are." Thackery explains. And the models in her online store are a testament to this philosophy. Local women from the community, many of them moms, show off the Sweetlees collection in Thackery's flattering online pictures. But clothing isn't the only thing you'll find at Sweetlees. Thackery carries jewelry and other accessories, including Jenna Kator handbags - a Michigan native whose collection of purses and handbags are all names for Michigan locations (there's even an Old Town Lansing bag!) She also offers perfumes, lotions and candles with sassy names that make great gifts. The boutique opened in January in downtown Mason, and the formal ribbon cutting was held in March, by the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors. Source: Cori Thackery, Owner, Sweetlees Boutique

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----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- INGHAM COUNTY TRAIL AND PARK MILLAGE FUNDING AWARDED TO SIX LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS Contact: Melissa Buzzard - 517-244-7195 - mbuzzard@ingham.org

Ingham County is pleased to announce that Resolution #18-110 was passed by the Ingham County Board of Commissioners (BOC) on March 13, 2018 awarding funding to six local municipalities for trail improvements. The trail and park millage approved by voters in November 2014 generates approximately $3.4 million in revenue annually. Resolution #18-110 provides $2,024,265 for several projects. The approved projects provide for new construction, trail repairs, support for a Volunteer Coordinator position and development of a park and recreation plan. For more information, please visit the Ingham County Parks Department website at www.inghamcountyparks.org or call 517-676-2233.

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Summer Camps Promote College and Career Readiness from: Capital Area College Access Network

It is that time of year where parents, students and the community are preparing for summer. Summer camps might be an option if you are considering a fun and learning experience for your students. Throughout our community there are opportunities families can seek if they do decide to register their student at a summer camp.

Summer Camp Programs promote college and career readiness. Colleges, high schools, nonprofits, and local communities host hundreds of different summer camp options. These camps provide meaningful learning opportunities for elementary and middle school students to try out careers, explore new topics, be creative, and promote skills like independence and organization that all help prepare them for life after high school. High school and college students gain valuable work experience to complement their academic life. Learn all about them below! Check out your summer camp options early and ask about financial and transportation assistance. Summer Camps at a Glance

If you have a child in the Educational Child Care Center (EC3), they offer summer camps for students who are currently enrolled. Families interested in this 9-week summer program, must have a child who have completed kindergarten through third grade. Please visit http://ec3kids.org/camp for more information. Michigan State University Spartan Youth Programs (SYP) offer programs from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade including both day and overnight options. Browse the endless programs by clicking and submitting the student's interest! Some programs even offer college credit. Visit http://www.spartanyouth.msu.edu/for more information. Ingham Intermediate School District offers different summer programs during the summer for students of all grades. Want to learn more? Visit their website at

http://www.inghamisd.org/thelatest/events/ Lansing Community College offers a wide variety of summer programs for educational enrichment and sports through their LCC Youth Programs. Programs are offered year round so spots are filled quickly. Applications and fees may apply. Please visit http://www.lcc.edu/resources/youth/ for more information on how your students can be part of their summer program!

Science Focused Summer Programs are available at:

• Impression 5

• Potter Park Zoo

• ITEC Lansing

• Woldumar Nature Center

• MSU GATE

• National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory

• Fenner Nature Center

• Sylvan Learning • STEAM Geekend Camp

Art Focused Summer Programs:

• REACH Studio Art Center • Lansing Art Gallery

• MSU Community Music School • MSU Summer Art Camp at the Eli Edythe Broad Art Museum

• Spartan Dance Center

History Focused Summer Program:

• Michigan History Day Camps

Other Summer Programs:

• LEAD Summer Program

• YMCA of Lansing • Boys & Girls Club of Lansing • City of Lansing Parks & Recreation

• MAC Summer Camp

• MASCOT

• Kids' College • Building 21

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The Transplant 5K Run/Walk

The Transplant 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for Sunday, June 17th at 9 am. Held in beautiful Hawk Island County Park, this event is a one of a kind opportunity to raise awareness of the need for organ donors, and to raise money for Douglas Mumby Jr. and family (husband of Amy Mumby, Office Manager at MACC member ASK). Doug is on the waiting list for a kidney and liver transplant. To register for the event, please fill out the form below. Transplant 5K Registration Form.pdf

There will be a table at the event with information about the Michigan Organ Donor Registry and attendees will have the opportunity to be added to the registry. They would appreciate your support as a sponsor with a cash or in-kind donation. They have three distinct sponsorship levels, all of which will give your company great exposure up to, during, and after the race day. Please make checks payable to Transplant 5K. The sponsorship form is below. Transplant 5K Sponsor Form.pdf Can't attend? You can donate directly to the family via this link: www.gofundme.com/dougmumbytransplant

More information: The Transplant 5K Run/Walk

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The USA High School Clay Target League is very pleased to announce that 2018 will be the Inaugural year for the USAHSCTL National Championship

HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETE FAMILIES -- CROWDS COMING TO MASON JULY 12-15!

http://usaclaytargetchampionship.com/2017/10/10/announcing-2018-national-championships/

The exciting event will take place July 12th-15th and will feature a trap shooting competition for the highest-qualifying student athletes and teams throughout all affiliated state high school clay target leagues in the nation. Over 2,000 student athletes will represent their schools in the unique event, and over 5,000 spectators and dozens of exhibitors are expected to also attend. The National Championships will be hosted by the MTA Homegrounds in Mason Michigan, which is also the home of the Michigan State High School Clay Target League's State Tournament in June. Mason is just 20 miles south of Lansing, MI, and the facility features 44 trap fields, along with a large clubhouse, RV and camping areas, and beautiful natural scenery. "We have been working on a national championship ever since we started expanding to other states beyond Minnesota in 2014." Jim Sable, the founder and president of the USA High School Clay Target League, said. "Now that we are the largest youth clay target shooting program in the world, it makes sense to host a National Championship where the best athletes in the League can qualify to participate. Registration for the National Championships will be open in late May based upon season averages. Individuals and teams with higher season averages will earn priority registration privileges, with additional registration opportunities opening for lower averages until the maximum number of competitors is reached. "Being able to host a National Championship has been a goal of the League for a number of years" said John Nelson, Vice President of the League. "It's going to be a great event, and we are really excited to be part of this historic one-of-a-kind shooting sport event in Michigan this July." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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ACD Invited to Exclusive Business Event In April, Facebook came to Lansing to help advance small businesses using Facebook marketing tools. ACD CEO Kevin Schoen spoke about Fiber Optic broadband and how that accelerates businesses. Click https://vimeo.com/269895803 to watch the live broadcast!

Kevin Schoen Visits FOX 47 On April 26, ACD CEO Kevin Schoen spoke with the Fox 47 Morning Blend hosts on data sharing, Internet traffic, and other local tech topics. Click https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6402191027565842432 to watch this segment. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

LUCAS HOGE TO PERFORM AT HIGH SCHOOL

CLAY TARGET LEAGUE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP Ammoland Inc. Posted on May 14, 2018 by Ammoland MICHIGAN --(Ammoland.com)- The USA High School Clay Target League is very pleased to announce that top rising country star Lucas Hoge will be performing live at the 2018 USA High School Clay Target League National Championship in Mason, Michigan on July 12th.

The 2018 USA High School Clay Target League National Championship is presented by NRA Sports and sponsored by the Cabela's Outdoor Fund, and by Scheels. Originating from Hubbell, Nebraska, Hoge's recent album release 'Dirty South' ascended to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Country Album Sales chart during its debut week. Hoge's new single "Power of Garth" is climbing the charts and gaining momentum on country radio.

"The League is a great opportunity for high school students to participate in clay target shooting sports," said Lucas. "I look forward to giving the students and teams at the National Championship a great show in July."

The concert will be an exclusive private event for the

thousands of participating student athletes, coaches, and their families attending the National Championship.

"We are excited to welcome Lucas to the National Championship to perform for our student athletes and their parents." said Jim Sable, the founder and president of the USA High School Clay Target League. "Lucas is a great performer, and the concert will be a great family experience." The National Championship will be hosted by the MTA Homegrounds in Mason, Michigan, which is also the home of the Michigan State High School Clay Target League's State Tournament in June. Mason is just 20 miles south of Lansing, MI, and the facility features 44 trap fields, along with a large clubhouse, RV and camping areas, and beautiful natural scenery.

"Our goal is to have the premier youth shooting championship in the nation." said John Nelson, Vice President of the League. "It's going to be a great event, and we are really excited to be part of this historic one-of-a-kind shooting sport event in Michigan this July." About Lucas Hoge: Some people are just born communicators and Lucas Hoge has that gift. Whether he's performing for troops overseas, sharing his love for the great outdoors with fellow sportsmen at a Cabela's gathering or writing another song for a hit TV show, Hoge has that rare ability to find common ground with just about anyone and draw them into his world. A passionate supporter of the U.S. military, Hoge has traveled the globe extensively performing for the troops visited numerous countries throughout the Middle East and beyond for the past nine years as part of the Wrangler National Patriot Tour. Hoge is also the celebrity spokesperson for Guardian Angels For Soldier's Pet. Combine all of that with his Midwestern charm and a work ethic that won't slow him down, it looks like the best is yet to come. Be sure to visit LucasHoge.com for more information. About The League The USA High School Clay Target League is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and operates affiliate State High School Clay Target Leagues as the independent provider of shooting sports as an extracurricular co-ed and adaptive activity for high schools and students in grades six through 12 who have earned League-approved firearm safety certification. The organization's priorities are safety, fun, and marksmanship - in that order. The League is the safest sport in high school, with not one reported injury since the inception of the League. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Sparrow Health System invites kids to come on out for a one-mile run and a great day of fun for kids 13 and under! ...or choose the shorter KIDSPRINT for children under six. All participants get a cool race bag and T-shirt and finishers receive a shiny gold medal!

The event is on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Cooley Law School Stadium in downtown Lansing. Admission is $8 early registration through May 11, $12 from May 12 - 30, and $18 on race day June 2. Register at

www.sparrow.org/MichiganMile

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Be a Tourist in Your "Other" Town is on Saturday, June 2nd. Go to www.lansing.org for details! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 30th Anniversary Meals on Wheels Charity Golf Outing The Tri-County Office on Aging is hosting the 30th Anniversary Meals on Wheels Charity Golf Outing at Forest Akers West, 3535 Forest Road in Lansing, on Tuesday, June 12th at 9 AM. Golfers play 18 holes, receive lunch, and are invited to a special awards dinner after golfing concludes. The dinner features a live and silent auction. Sponsorships with golfing slots are available. Proceeds of the Golf Outing benefit in-home services, including Meals on Wheels, for older adults and adults with disabilities in Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. $150 registration for an individual golfer, up to $560 for a team of four. Early bird pricing ends May 22nd.

To register, please visit www.tcoa.org/tcoa-events or contact Casey by email at cooperc@tcoa.org or phone at 517-887-1377. https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=tcoa&id=10

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Mason Rotary Club Hosting 3rd Annual Rollie Dart Memorial Golf Outing The Mason Rotary Club's 3rd Annual Rollie Dart Memorial Golf Outing is on Friday, June 22, 2018. Come join the fun! Proceeds benefit the Mason Promise Scholarship Fund, Rotary Polio Plus Fund and other local community service projects. This is a great opportunity for Rotarians, business owners, community leaders, guests and volunteers to network and conduct business in a relaxed, fun environment. It will be held at Eldorado Golf Course, 3750 W. Howell Road, Mason, MI. There will be a 8:00 AM check-in & breakfast, 9:00 AM shotgun start, lunch at the turn & dinner and awards after golf. Contact Information: Mary Shinkle, Rotary President at (517) 410-4201. Fees are $75 per person or $300 per foursome. Golfer Package includes: 18 holes of golf with cart, continental breakfast, beverages on the course, lunch at the turn, golfer's goodie bag, silent & live auction, 50/50 raffle; golf prizes and dinner. There will be a hole in one contest for a new car! The following sponsorships are available: Platinum level = $2,500, Gold level = $1,000, Silver level = $750, Bronze level = $500, Beverage Cart = $250, and Hole Sponsor = $125. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Free Tire Collection!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 23rd, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, at the Ingham County Fairgrounds, 700 E. Ash Street, Mason. The Ingham Conservation District will be holding a one-day collection for used car and truck tires. Please RSVP

with the number of tires (up to 10) that you plan to drop off so we can plan accordingly at 517-676-2290. No large agricultural or other oversize tires may be accepted. Responsible disposal and recycling of unwanted tires helps reduce harmful mosquito breeding sites and environmental pollution. Volunteers are needed to help staff this event. This is a great service opportunity for scout groups and other service organizations. Please contact the ICD office if you, or your group, can help out. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Mark your calendars! Dart Investment Centers has dates for their upcoming outdoor Friday summer movies: June 29th, July 27th, and August 17th. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

MAiBA 2018 DRIVE CONTINUES

Members of the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce are asked to please agree to be a part of the MAiBA (an ad hoc committee of the Chamber's Hometown USA Committee) or a MAiBA supporter. This continuing cooperative effort goes a bit further than the Chamber's ongoing "Mason Values" campaign that encourages community members to shop, dine and live in the Mason area. Due to the nature of the local multiplier effect, this new effort focuses specifically on creating a specific positive image for locally owned independent businesses in the Mason area. Other area businesses and organizations that are not locally owned and independent may not be a part of MAiBA, but may choose to support this effort. The local multiplier effect refers to the greater local economic return generated by money spent at locally-owned independent businesses compared to other businesses. The effect is the greater boost to our local economy that results from businesses, owners, and employees spending more business revenue within the area. Typically, independent businesses recirculate locally a much greater percentage of their sales, income, and payments for expenses compared to other types of businesses. The four largest components of this increased local spending are: wages and benefits paid to local employees; goods and services purchased from other local businesses; profits that accrue to local owners; and taxes paid to local and state governments. For example, most independent businesses bank with locally owned banks, purchase some inventory from local manufacturers, advertise in local media, and hire local accountants, printers, lawyers, insurance agents, and repair people. Each fully participating MAiBA business will decide on their own what the appropriate level of financial contributions may be in any joint promotional campaigns among and for MAiBA participants (often using materials from AIMBA and similar groups). These campaigns would not be Chamber activities, but instead be similar to other endorsed optional joint promotional campaigns. Such business contributions to would not be made to the Chamber, but to any media outlets used in the promotions. See the 2018 MAiBA form in the last Mason in Motion printed MACC newsletter for more information. Ask for us to send you one by e-mail at masonchamber@masonchamber.org.

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Final Note: Continuing a 46-year tradition, the Mason Area Chamber of Commerce publishes its "MASON in Motion" printed and mailed newsletter near the end of each month. This hard-copy newsletter has information about Chamber events and programs, new Chamber members, news from member businesses and organizations, and more - in a short four-page format. The several insert pages included in the newsletter each month are designed to be removed for easy sharing or posting within a business or organization. For this reason, the Chamber has decided to continue distributing this newsletter in the conventional manner with no opt-out. This also maintains value for limited advertising. Sponsorships that include a benefit of a newsletter insert are just $100 per insertion to reach 450 key decision-makers in the Mason area. This newsletter is mailed to all contact people for Chamber members, Chamber volunteers, and select stakeholders. A .pdf copy of the newsletter is also available to all the same day it is delivered by the post office at the Chamber's website www.masonchamber.org. Deadline is the 20th of the month for all submissions. Items are included as space is available and submissions are edited for space and consistency of the publication. Since August of 2006, the Chamber also publishes a mid-month "MASON in Motion UPDATE" newsletter electronically. This e-mailed newsletter is forwarded to all who have submitted their e-mail addresses to the Chamber, provided they are associated with a Chamber member, are a Chamber volunteer, or are a select stakeholder. A link to the archive on the website for the .pdf copies of the printed and mailed "MASON in Motion" newsletter is included in the UPDATE. A .pdf copy of this UPDATE newsletter is also available to all at the Chamber's website www.masonchamber.org under the "Newsletters" tab. Deadline is the 10th of the month for all UPDATE submissions. All items submitted are included, subject to minor editing for publication consistency. It is the intention of the Chamber to limit broadcast e-mails to those who have e-mail addresses submitted to the Chamber to 24 times per year at most. Of course, those who are Chamber leaders and volunteers get much more frequent information e-mailed to them.

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