Michiana Calendar

May 2013

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10:00 AM - 6:00 PMDisc Golf

When:   Open daily, Pro Shop hours vary Site:       Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park                Pro Shop located in Gate House Time:    Course open 10am to...

Cost: Daily pass $4.00

Where:
Ferrettie Baugo
Located on County Line Road , north of US 933, in Osceola
Osceola, IN
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Sponsor: Sjcparks.org
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7:30 AM - 10:00 AMAudubon Society Pancake Breakfast

  Start your Memorial Day with pecan, blueberry or perfectly plain pancakes, hot off the griddle! South Bend-Elkhart Audubon Society volunteers will be flipping pancakes at the Audubon...

Cost: Free-Will Donation

Where:
South Bend-Elkhart Audubon Society Sanctuary
59395 Clover Road
Mishawaka, IN  46544
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Sponsor: South Bend-Elkhart Audubon Society
Telephone: (574) 243-8739
Contact Name: Volunteer
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PMDisc Golf

When:   Open daily, Pro Shop hours vary Site:       Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park                Pro Shop located in Gate House Time:    Course open 10am to...

Cost: Daily pass $4.00

Where:
Ferrettie Baugo
Located on County Line Road , north of US 933, in Osceola
Osceola, IN
View map »


Sponsor: Sjcparks.org
Website »

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6:45 PM - 8:00 PMYoga with Jess Stevens

Yoga is a great way to build core strength and flexibility, release stress, and connect mind and body in wellness Our instructor is a physical therapist who will work with your abilities and...

Cost: $12/monthly rates are available

Where:
Woodlawn Nature Center
604 Woodlawn Ave
Elkhart, IN  46514
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Sponsor: Woodlawn Nature Center
Telephone: 574-264-0525
Contact Name: Vicci Moore
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Stories from the Lemonade Stand: Summer writing camp

  Register Now for Tales from the Lemonade Stand our summer camp for writers   The Place for Wanna-Be Writers The Summer Youth Writing Project is for students who would like to...

Cost: $130

Where:
Resurrection Lutheran Academy
6840 Nimtz Parkway
South Bend, MI  46628
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Sponsor: Michiana Writers Center
Telephone: 574-220-8798
Contact Name: Kathy Higgs-Coulthard
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PMDisc Golf

When:   Open daily, Pro Shop hours vary Site:       Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park                Pro Shop located in Gate House Time:    Course open 10am to...

Cost: Daily pass $4.00

Where:
Ferrettie Baugo
Located on County Line Road , north of US 933, in Osceola
Osceola, IN
View map »


Sponsor: Sjcparks.org
Website »

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6:00 PM - 7:00 PMLearn More About Stroke

According to the National Stroke Association, stroke can happen to anyone at any time, regardless of race, sex, or age. To help our community learn more about the risk factors, warning signs,...

Cost: Free

Where:
Center for Outpatient Services
Lakeland Community Health Resource Library
3900 Hollywood Road
St. Joseph, MI  49085
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Sponsor: Lakeland HealthCare
Telephone: (269) 556-2808
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Stories from the Lemonade Stand: Summer writing camp

  Register Now for Tales from the Lemonade Stand our summer camp for writers   The Place for Wanna-Be Writers The Summer Youth Writing Project is for students who would like to...

Cost: $130

Where:
Resurrection Lutheran Academy
6840 Nimtz Parkway
South Bend, MI  46628
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Sponsor: Michiana Writers Center
Telephone: 574-220-8798
Contact Name: Kathy Higgs-Coulthard
Website »

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9:30 AMFriendship Group

WEDNESDAYS The Friendship Group Every Wednesday enjoy meeting other older adults for fun, friendship and activities. We meet each Wednesday at the Charles Martin Youth Center, 802 Lincolnway...

Cost: $1.00 each visit

Where:
Charles Martin Youth Center
802 Lincolnway West
South Bend, IN  46616
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Sponsor: Friendship Group
Telephone: 574-291-7898
Contact Name: Sharon Fisko

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10:00 AM - 6:00 PMDisc Golf

When:   Open daily, Pro Shop hours vary Site:       Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park                Pro Shop located in Gate House Time:    Course open 10am to...

Cost: Daily pass $4.00

Where:
Ferrettie Baugo
Located on County Line Road , north of US 933, in Osceola
Osceola, IN
View map »


Sponsor: Sjcparks.org
Website »

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12:30 PM - 1:30 PMFree Lunch & Learn: Stroke Awareness

  The Margaret Beckley Upton Center for Health Enhancement will offer a free cholesterol screening and a series of free “Lunch and Learn” events designed with your health and well-being in...

Cost: Free

Where:
Salvation Army
424 N. 15th Street
Niles, MI  49120
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Sponsor: Lakeland HealthCare
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PMLearn More About Stroke

According to the National Stroke Association, stroke can happen to anyone at any time, regardless of race, sex, or age. To help our community learn more about the risk factors, warning signs,...

Cost: Free

Where:
Salvation Army
424 N. 15th Street
Niles, MI  49120
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Sponsor: Lakeland HealthCare
Telephone: (269) 556-2808
Website »

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Stories from the Lemonade Stand: Summer writing camp

  Register Now for Tales from the Lemonade Stand our summer camp for writers   The Place for Wanna-Be Writers The Summer Youth Writing Project is for students who would like to...

Cost: $130

Where:
Resurrection Lutheran Academy
6840 Nimtz Parkway
South Bend, MI  46628
View map »


Sponsor: Michiana Writers Center
Telephone: 574-220-8798
Contact Name: Kathy Higgs-Coulthard
Website »

More information
10:00 AM - 6:00 PMDisc Golf

When:   Open daily, Pro Shop hours vary Site:       Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park                Pro Shop located in Gate House Time:    Course open 10am to...

Cost: Daily pass $4.00

Where:
Ferrettie Baugo
Located on County Line Road , north of US 933, in Osceola
Osceola, IN
View map »


Sponsor: Sjcparks.org
Website »

More information
6:45 PM - 8:00 PMYoga with Jess Stevens

Yoga is a great way to build core strength and flexibility, release stress, and connect mind and body in wellness Our instructor is a physical therapist who will work with your abilities and...

Cost: $12/monthly fees are available

Where:
Woodlawn Nature Center
604 Woodlawn Ave
Elkhart, IN  46514
View map »


Sponsor: Woodlawn Nature Center
Telephone: 574-264-0525
Contact Name: Vicci Moore
Website »

More information
Stories from the Lemonade Stand: Summer writing camp

  Register Now for Tales from the Lemonade Stand our summer camp for writers   The Place for Wanna-Be Writers The Summer Youth Writing Project is for students who would like to...

Cost: $130

Where:
Resurrection Lutheran Academy
6840 Nimtz Parkway
South Bend, MI  46628
View map »


Sponsor: Michiana Writers Center
Telephone: 574-220-8798
Contact Name: Kathy Higgs-Coulthard
Website »

More information
10:00 AM - 6:00 PMDisc Golf

When:   Open daily, Pro Shop hours vary Site:       Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park                Pro Shop located in Gate House Time:    Course open 10am to...

Cost: Daily pass $4.00

Where:
Ferrettie Baugo
Located on County Line Road , north of US 933, in Osceola
Osceola, IN
View map »


Sponsor: Sjcparks.org
Website »

More information
Stories from the Lemonade Stand: Summer writing camp

  Register Now for Tales from the Lemonade Stand our summer camp for writers   The Place for Wanna-Be Writers The Summer Youth Writing Project is for students who would like to...

Cost: $130

Where:
Resurrection Lutheran Academy
6840 Nimtz Parkway
South Bend, MI  46628
View map »


Sponsor: Michiana Writers Center
Telephone: 574-220-8798
Contact Name: Kathy Higgs-Coulthard
Website »

More information
10:00 AM - 6:00 PMDisc Golf

When:   Open daily, Pro Shop hours vary Site:       Ferrettie/Baugo Creek County Park                Pro Shop located in Gate House Time:    Course open 10am to...

Cost: Daily pass $4.00

Where:
Ferrettie Baugo
Located on County Line Road , north of US 933, in Osceola
Osceola, IN
View map »


Sponsor: Sjcparks.org
Website »

More information

Things to Do

Explore the Outdoors

Fun things to do with the kids outdoors as the weather keeps getting warmer.
Evelyn Kirkwood

Swimming Lessons

Jane Suter

Nearcations

Evelyn Kirkwood

Family Finances

Smart Strategies for Saving Time & Money When Flying

Amy Allen Clark

Money Myths

Shayne Nagy of Mutual Bank discussed the common myths about finance and the global economy.
by Kerri White

Marriage & Relationships

Negotiating at Home

Laurie Puhn

Love Lessons From The Dog

Stephanie J. Salisbury

Nine Unique Ideas for Frugal Date Nights

I don't know about you, but I never knew how creative I would have to be in order to squeeze in a little alone time with my spouse.
Amy Allen Clark

Schools & Education

Teaching Your Child to Read

Tips for teaching your young children to read at home.
Meagan Church

Is Your Kid Preschool Ready?

Rita C. Walt

PARENTING HUMOR

Jane Suter

www.JaneSuter.com
Jane is the award-winning columnist of the highly-acclaimed Plain Jane column and blog. She is hilarious, refreshing and real. We love her like crazy and we think you will, too. Every mom needs a laugh!

RECIPES

Jeannine Eubanks

EubanksEutopia.Wordpress.Com
Jeannine has some fantastic recipes, stories and thoughts about life in a large family, some great sustainable living ideas and more. Her tips and recipes are often accompanied by beautiful photos of the finished product. Can't wait to see what she's got cookin' today!

 

Eubanks Eutopia

From the Kitchen: Black Bean Hummus

Summer weather is here, and I find myself in the mood for grilling and picnic food. This is one of my favorite snack/picnic/party foods. And since I keep black beans on hand most of the time, it’s super easy to whip up in just a few minutes. {go here for my super-easy, overnight crock pot […]
May 21, 2013 12:12 pm

THE HAPPIEST HOME

Meagan Francis

www.TheHappiestHome.com
Meagan is an author and mother of five; her posts are about finding satisfaction and fulfillment, nurturing and dreaming. We're confident that you'll like what you see and want more!

MOM ADVICE

Amy Allen Clark

www.MomAdvice.com
Amy is one of our longest-running writers and is the author of "The Good Life for Less" which gives some great tips, as does her website, about running a household on a budget and still enjoying life each day! It's great to know that we're not alone in our struggles to do it all!

 

The Motherload

Freebie Friday May 24, 2013

freebie fridayHappy Freebie Friday, everyone! We would like to thank Couponing 101 for assisting us with our freebies each week for loads of deals, savings, and freebies! This week on MomAdvice I am excited to be gearing up for the summer by sharing … Continue reading →
May 24, 2013 07:00 am

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