2016 Fall/Winter

Contents:

Fall/Winter Event Calendar … 3 – 4
Fall Sports Schedule … 5

Entertainment and More … 6 – 7
Home for the Holidays … 8 – 9
Community … 10 – 12

Health, Wellness, and Fitness … 12 – 13
Spring/Summer 2017 Events … 14

Community Event Magazine Form … 15

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony 2015

This is a bi-annual magazine providing information and resource connections
to all the events happening in Belding.

If you wish to be featured in this magazine,
there will be another opportunity for the Spring/Summer 2017 edition.

Deadline is February 1, 2017.

Note: Please know that we at Gus Macker are contracted only to compile and create this resource booklet. All city
recreation events must be scheduled through Belding City Hall. Contact Kevin Krieger at 616-794-1900.

Contact Info:
Belding Community Events Magazine

107 E. Main St. Suite 3
Belding, MI 48809

Phone: 616-794-1445
Email: [email protected]
Magazine cover photo by: Cory Smith & The Daily News – 109 N. Layfayette St. Greenville, MI 48838

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2016 Fall/Winter Event Calendar

*Quick Reference – more detailed information in the following pages*

October 8 Encounter Church Community Night
9 Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
12 Essential Oils Class with Cheryl
13 Encounter Church Baby Pantry
14 B-Foundation Glow Run
15 BHS Band Invitational
16 Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
18 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
23 Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
25 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
26 Finding Balance for Students Class

Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle School
27 Belding Lions Club Spaghetti Supper
30 Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
31 Belding Fire Station Halloween Open House

Trunk or Treat @ Encounter Church

November 1 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner Yoga in the Park with Valerie Dawdy Fitness
Little League Sign-Up Begins Belding Museum/Exploration Lab
Tae Kwon Do @ Orchard Hills Bldg. Gym BHS Drama Club

2 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle School
6 Quilt Show and Raffle

Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
Belding Exploration Lab Open
8 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
Tae Kwon Do @ Orchard Hills Bldg. Gym
9 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle School
Belding Exploration Lab Open
10 Encounter Church Baby Pantry
12 Encounter Church Community Night
13 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
15 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
Tae Kwon Do @ Orchard Hills Bldg. Gym
16 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle School
17 Twisted Tales of Terror – BHS Drama
18 Twisted Tales of Terror – BHS Drama
20 Self Defense Class - Belding Youth Clinic
Adult Open Gym at Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ BMS
22 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
Tae Kwon Do @ Orchard Hills Bldg. Gym
23 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle School
27 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
29 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
Tae Kwon Do @ Orchard Hills Bldg. Gym
30 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle School

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December 3 Mistletoe Market @ First Congregational Photo by: Cory Smith & The Daily News
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Photo by: In Action Photography
A Family Christmas @ BEL/Museum
Photo by: Cory Smith & The Daily News
4 Home for The Holidays @ Belding High School
A Family Christmas @ BEL/Museum
Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
Belding Exploration Lab Open

6 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
7 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle

School
Belding Exploration Lab Open
8 Encounter Church Baby Pantry
10 Encounter Church Community Night
11 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
13 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
Christmas Light Competition Judging
14 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle
School
18 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
20 First Congregational Bible Study & Dinner
21 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle
School
24 Encounter Church Christmas Eve Service
First Congregational Church Community Dinner
28 Open Mic Night at Third Wave Coffee
Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle
School

January 1 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School
Belding Exploration Lab Open

4 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle
School
Belding Exploration Lab Open

8 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School

11 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle
School

15 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School

18 Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle
School

22 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School

25 Healthy or Hype? Class at Youth Clinic
Adult 5-on-5 Basketball @ Belding Middle
School

29 Adult Open Gym @ Belding High School
Walking Track Open @ Belding High School
Adult Volleyball @ Belding Middle School

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BOY’S VARSITY FOOTBALL BOY’S JV FOOTBALL GIRLS VARSITY VOLLEYBALL
GREENVILLE
8/25 @Greenville 7:00PM 8/24 6:00 PM 8/20 DAILY NEWS (H) 9:00AM
@Lakewood
9/1 LAKEWOOD 7:00PM 8/31 HOPKINS 6:00 PM 8/26 @Carson City 9:00AM
9/10 CHARLOTTE 6:00 PM
9/9 @Hopkins 7:00PM 9/15 6:00 PM 8/31 @WM Chr-tri 5:00PM
@Wyoming Lee
9/16 @Charlotte 7:00PM 9/22 Unity Christian 6:00 PM 9/8 @Hopkins 7:00PM
9/29 GODWIN HTS 6:00 PM
9/23 WYO LEE - 7:00PM 10/6 6:00 PM 9/10 @Montabells Inv 9:00AM
@Kellogsville
Homecoming 10/13 @Spring Lake 6:00 PM 9/13 @Saranac 6:30PM
10/20 6:00 PM
9/30 @NP Christian 7:00PM 9/15 ORCHARD VIEW 7:00PM

10/7 @Godwin Hts. 7:00PM 9/22 WYOMING LEE 7:00PM

10/14 KELLOGSVILLE 7:00PM 9/27 @Calvin Chr-quad tba

PINK GAME 9/29 @NP Christian 7:00PM

10/21 CALVIN 7:00PM 10/6 @Godwin Hts 7:00PM

CHRISTIAN 10/8 BELDING INVITE 10:00AM

10/13 KELLOGSVILLE 7:00PM

10/20 CALVIN CHRISTIAN 7:00PM

10/22 @Kellogsville – conf 8:00AM

10/26 TRI w/Sparta 6:00PM

10/27 OPEN tba

10/28 OPEN tba

10/31 DISTRICTS-HOME

GIRLS JV VOLLEYBALL BOYS VARSITY SOCCER COED CROSS COUNTRY

8/22 @Com. Park Invite 3:00PM 8/26 GREENVILLE 4:30/6:00 8/31 @Saranac-early bird 4:30PM
8/30 9/7
8/31 WM Chr-tri 5:00PM @Hopkins- V only 4:30 HOME v 4:30PM
9/6 9/10
9/8 @Hopkins 6:00PM 9/8 WYOMING LEE 4:30/6:00 Sparta/Lakeview
9/13 9/17
9/10 @Kent City 9:00AM @NP Christian 4:30/6:00 9/20 @Central Mont- 8:30AM
9/15
9/13 @Saranac 5:30PM 9/20 @Godwin Hts 4:30/6:00 9/23 Hornet Run
9/22
9/15 ORCHARD VIEW 6:00PM @Kellogsville-V only 4:30 9/27 @Sparta Invite 8:30AM
9/29 10/7
9/22 WYOMING LEE 6:00PM 10/4 CALVIN CHRISTIAN 4:30/6:00 10/11 @South Christian- 4:15PM
10/6 10/19
9/27 @Black River-quad 6:00PM HOPKINS- V ONLY 6:00 OK Silver
10/11 10/28
9/29 @NP Christian 6:00PM 10/13 @Wyoming Lee 4:30/6:00 @GRCC – Raider 4:00PM
11/5
10/6 @Godwin Hts 6:00PM NP CHRISTIAN 4:30/6:00 Invite

10/13 KELLOGSVILLE 6:00PM GODWIN HTS 4:30/6:00 HOME v OK Silver 4:15PM

10/20 CALVIN 6:00PM KELLOGSVILLE- V only 6:00 @Uncle Johns CM 4:15PM

CHRISTIAN @Calvin Christian 4:30/6:00 @NPC – OK Silver 4:15PM

10/22 CONF - HOME 6:00PM DISTRICTS-GR Cath @Ironwood GC – 4:15PM

Central OK Silver

REGIONALS – 3:00PM

Uncle Johns CM

STATE Finals @ 10:00AM

MIS

GIRLS VARSITY GOLF GIRLS JV GOLF – sub to change MIDDLE SCHOOL FOOTBALL

8/20 OPEN 9:00AM 8/29 @Glen Kerry 3:30PM 9/7 @Wyoming – 5:00/6:30PM

8/24 @Sparta-GraceWil 12:00PM 8/31 @English Hills 3:30PM Scrim

8/29 @Cedar Chase 3:30PM 9/7 @Ridgeview 3:30PM 9/14 @ALLENDALE 5:00/6:30PM

8/31 @Watermark 3:30PM 9/12 @Thornapple Pte 3:30PM 9/21 @MIDDLEVLL – 5:00/6:30PM

9/7 @Indian Trails 3:30PM 9/14 @indian Trails 3:30PM TK

9/12 @Thousand Oaks 3:30PM 9/19 @Aarowhead 3:30PM 9/28 Northview 5:00/6:30PM

9/14 @Arrowhead 3:30PM 9/21 @Boulder Creek 3:30PM 10/5 Kenowa Hills 5:00/6:30PM

9/19 @Bowen Lake 3:30PM 9/26 @Cedar Chase 3:30PM 10/12 @Wayland 5:00/6:30PM

9/21 @egypt 3:30PM 10/3 @Ironwood 3:30PM 10/19 Cedar Springs 5:00/6:30PM

9/28 CANDLESTONE 9:00AM FOOTBALL

10/3 @Ironwood 3:30PM *7th grd plays

REGIONALS - TBA first

MIDDLE SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY MIDDLE SCHOOL VOLLEYBALL
8/31 @Saranac – Early 4:30PM
10/5 @Coopersville 4:00PM
Bird
10/10 @Mill Creek 4:00PM**
9/10 @Central Mont-
Hrnt Run 10/12 @Sparta 4:00PM**
10/15 7th @ Northview
9/17 @Sparta Invite 8:00AM

9/20 @FHC 10/17 SPRING LAKE 4:00PM**
9/27 HOME v OK Silver
10/7 @Uncle Johns CM 10/19 ALLENDALE 4:00PM**
10/22 8th @ FH Northern
10/11 @Kenowa 8:00AM
10/18 League Camp @Allendale
10/24 COOPERSVILLE 4:00PM**
**Last 5 games, 8th plays @4PM

Photo by: In Action Photography - Joe Veselenak

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Entertainment and More

Twisted Tales of Terror Belding Area Arts Council

BHS Drama Production 100 W. Main St.
Belding High School Auditorium Weekday classes offered.
November 17th 7pm-9pm
November 17th & November 18th 5pm-7pm For more information, contact:
Twisted Tales of Terror is a show that features a comedic Lori Underwood or Patty Donovan
view relating to the stories of Dracula, the Mummy, (616) 794 – 1445
Frankenstein, and Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
Ticket information available at High School.

Beerfest

October 22, 12 – 7PM
FREE ADMISSION - $3 6oz samples -Commemorative 7oz
glass
12 Michigan Crafts and Ciders | Yard Games | Other
Games | Live music

Growlers for sale | First 50 get free t-shirt

Fill the Gym Fall Harvest Festival

This is a community wide invitation to visit Redskin Arena to October 8, 12-6PM
watch the Varsity basketball teams compete. One game each FREE ADMISSION – live music,
year for the past two-years the head basketball coaches and inflatables, crafts, caricature artist, petting
staff have made efforts to gain community support at the zoo, 50/50, doorprizes, free apples, free t-
sporting events. In doing so they have had such events as a shirts, craft/farm vendors.
white out and orange out. With each person getting into the For a minimal cost – hayrides, carnival games, face painting,
game for free who wears the shirt! We want to show off our cider & donuts, concessions.
impressive facilities and the kids appreciate the support! Be
sure to check out the newspaper or watch Facebook for a Open Mic at Third Wave
date as the season kicks off in December!
Spectrum Health Belding Youth
Belding Band Invitational Clinic
Location: Third Wave Coffee
Rudness Field 105 E Main St.
October 15 3pm-10pm Wednesday December 28 6:00-8:00
Join us as several bands come to Belding to compete in the Instrumental & vocal performances, poetry and monologues,
MCBA competition for the ultimate goal of State Finals at dance and visual art welcome! RSVP preferred by calling
Ford Field in November. Belding Youth Clinic (616) 244-1100
For more information, contact For more information, contact:
Laura Hyler Sarah Dishong- Perez
Email: [email protected] (616) 244-1100
Website: www.beldingbands.org email: [email protected]



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NYE Comedy Bash Michigan Live Trivia at the Water Tower Grille
Saturday December 31st
Chef-Carved Prime Rib Dinner Buffet @ 6PM Every Wednesday evening starting October 5, 7-9PM.
Live Comedy to follow @ 8PM Free to play for a chance to win prizes. Trivia is held live at
the restaurant and at least three-quarters of the questions are
Immediately after comedy, join us for the after party with DJ, all Michigan questions. They include geography, history,
dancing, late night hors d’oeuvres and champagne toast at sports, current news, music, entertainment and more.
midnight. Call for pricing/details Questions are all multiple choice and displayed on our big
Firework Display!! screen TVs. Call for more information.

Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
October 29 @ 6PM
presented by Candlestone Resort Belding Youth Ball League
and Deadwood Productions Sign-ups for Little League will start as early as November 1st!
Buffet dinner followed by an Visit our website www.beldinglittleleague.com for more
evening of intrigue and mystery. information.
$30/person (plus tax and gratuity). Email: [email protected]

Sunday Brunch
Every Sunday starting November 6
11am – 2pm
$12.99 Adults | $10.99 Seniors | $7.99 Ages 5-10 | Ages 4
and under free
New selections each week, chef carving stations, breakfast
and entrée items, dessert selections, salad bar.

Fast Track Lunch Belding Baseball Youth Hitting League
Starting October 17, (Monday – Friday, 11am – 1:30pm
Fresh Market Lunch Buffet – Soup/Salad bar, premium Each winter Belding High School Baseball program runs a
meats, cheeses, and breads, and hot items. $7.99/person. youth hitting league. The league is Teams of 4 players
competing in two 20-minute games each week. The program
Candlestone Comedy Club presents – Super runs for 4-5 weeks depending on scheduling availability. The
Funny Fridays teams are coached by current high school players. Each hit is
Every other Friday starting January 13. Season Finale April scored based on where it travels in the batting cage. Players
28. Free Admission (two drink minimum). Vote for your will also have tee work and other hitting drills. The league is
favorite comedian at our showcase each week to decide who a great way to get some swings in prior to the start of the
will return to compete for the King of Comedy! (Don’t forget baseball season and a wonderful fundraiser for the High
to get your frequent laughter card to earn rewards) School program! Keep your eye out for more information to
come this winter!

Holiday Season – No party is too big or too small! We invite
you to celebrate this holiday season with us at Candlestone
Golf & Resort. No mess, no work, just great food and service! Belding Area Soccer Club
Leave the preparations and messy clean up to us. Enjoy your The Belding Area Soccer Club is an affiliate of SAY soccer.
party with your guests. We are proud to give both the parents and children in the
Belding Area a chance to participate in our soccer program.
BASC offers soccer is both fall and spring.
For more information on future sign up
dates check our spring/summer magazine
or contact via email:
[email protected]



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Tree Lighting Ceremony Belding Area Chamber Kids Area
Live Reindeer! Visit Santa!

Pancake Breakfast Craft Vendors
A Family Christmas at the Belrockton Christmas Lighting Competition

Softball Tournament Elementary Holiday Concerts

Pancake Breakfast Christmas Lighting Competition

Saturday December 3, 9AM-12PM I remember a day when every street was lit with the glow
Belding High School Commons of Christmas lights on a house! Those days are back with
Free pancake breakfast for anyone. Pancakes, sausage, our Christmas Light Competition! You can put up your
juice, and coffee. There will be crafts for kids and they can lights whenever you feel the Christmas season starts!
visit Santa. However, they will not be judged until Friday, December
16th! Email your address to Kevin Krieger so that the
Mistletoe Market route can be developed!

First Congregational Church Rules:
Women's Fellowship -Be creative!
301 W Washington St. -Be safe (Clark Griswold)
Saturday, December 3 -Take them down in a reasonable time after the holidays!
9am-3pm The winner will receive a trophy and an "Enjoy Belding"
Get in the holiday spirit by shopping our many gift card package worth $100!
handcrafted items. Lunch will be available from 11:30am- For more information contact
1pm Kevin Krieger
For more information contact (616) 794-1900
Marcia Geiger Email: [email protected]
Phone: (616) 443-9766
email: [email protected]
Website: www.fccbelding.com

Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 3 @ 6:00PM
Santa Claus, LIVE Reindeer, and live bands.
Lions Club will be handing out hot chocolate.



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Softball Tournament

Demorest Field
Saturday December 3, 9pm-3pm

Belding High School baseball program will be hosting an
adult softball (snowball depending on weather)

tournament! Enter a team or just come to watch!
For more information, contact:

Dave Riches
Email: [email protected]

Belding Craft Vendor Bazarr

Belding High School Commons
Saturday, December 3, 9am-1pm

This is an event for shoppers and spectators of all ages! We
are so excited to host this event and would be pleased to
have you to join us! Come browse and purchase amazing

and locally-made crafts, treasures, and gifts.

A Family Christmas If you are interested in being a vendor at this event,
applications from artists, crafters, and home sales vendors
BEL - Belding Exploration Lab
are welcome.
108 Hanover St. Cost for vendors:
December 3 & 4, 1pm-4pm
$25 per space, 8’ table included
Join us for some hands-on fun family time! Check out the $20 per 8’ space, for additional space
Christmas trees in the historical museum. Children must
There is a $5 charge for electricity (limited number of
be accompanied by an adult. The cost is FREE, but booths with electricity).
donations are accepted. Set up time:
Saturday, December 3, from 7:30am – 8:45am.
For more information, contact:
Joan Miller-Moran The last day to register for a vendor booth is Nov.

Phone: (616) 794-0924 25, 2016. For booth rental information, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Facebook Page: BEL - Belding Exploration Lab Lori Johnston Amy Goerner

(616) 794 – 4431 or (616) 794 – 4436

[email protected] [email protected]

Belding Museum

December 3 & 4, 1pm-4pm

The Belrockton will be decked out in its Christmas finery.
Trees decorated by area families will be scattered

throughout the museum. Please join us for "A Family
Christmas". Admission is FREE.

For more information, contact:
Barb Fagerlin

(616) 794-1900 X 425
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Belding Museum

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Alvah N. Belding Belding Exploration
Memorial Library Lab and Museum
108 Hanover St.
302 E Main St. (616) 794-0924
(616) 794-1450
www.belding.michlibrary.org Quilt Show & Raffle
Belding Museum
*Little Wigglers (Birth - 2yrs) Sunday November 6 @ 1pm-4pm
Story time is designed especially with tiny ones in mind, with stories, songs and free The Silk City Quilters will have many beautiful quilts on
play geared toward their level. display along with this year's raffle quilt. The museum will
*Story Time (3-5yrs) have several of its collection scattered throughout the
This preschool story time has stories, songs, games and crafts sure to stimulate your museum.
little one's mind, and help get them ready to read. Tickets for the quilt raffle are only $1 each or 6/$5. They
*Legos at the Library (Youth) will be available at the library and on select days at
Show off your construction skills and creativity during this free-build time. Lego Leppinks Food Center. All proceeds are used for the
creations will be displayed in the library until the next month. All materials will be benefit of the museum and the Belrockton!
supplied.
*Movie Night (All Ages) For more information contact:
Join us for a free movie shown on our big screen. Popcorn will be generously Barb Fagerlin
provided by Leppinks. (616) 794-1900 X 425
Email: [email protected]
October's theme will be "Fall" and highlight apples, Facebook: Belding Museum
scarecrows, leaves and bats.
October 4,11,18,25 @ 10am-Little Wigglers Belding Museum
October 5,12,19,26 @ 10am-Story Time *2017 Hours*
October 8 @ 10am-Legos at the Library Sundays-February 5, March 5 and April 2 @ 1pm-4pm
October 10 @ 5:30pm-Movie Night Take a stroll down memory lane at the museum. Check
October 24 @ 5:30pm-Hans Christian Andersen Theatre Presents: The Legend of out the many rooms depicting Belding's unique past as
Sleepy Hallow "Silk City of the World". Admission is FREE. Donations
You don't want to miss scenes from the wickedly funny adaptation of are accepted.
Washington Irving's most famous story! For more information contact:
October 28 @ 5pm-9pm Haunted Lock-In (Teens) Barb Fagerlin
Get your fear fix with an after-hours night of creepy entertainment. (616) 794-1900 X 425
Just for teens (and the library's ghosts). Email: [email protected]
October 31 @5pm-8pm Treats at the Library (All Ages) Facebook: Belding Museum
Plan a stop at the library on your trick-or-treat route so you can show
off your costumes and take home a treat. BEL-Belding Exploration Lab
Open 1st Sunday & Wednesday of each month @ 1pm-
November's theme will be "Friends" and highlight sharing, 4pm
kindness and gratitude. Designed for preschool-elementary children. The BEL
November 1,8,15,22,29 @ 10am-Little Wigglers encourages visitors of all ages to Build, Explore and Learn
November 2,9,16,23,30 @ 10am-Story Time in a safe, stimulating environment. Children must be
November 7 @ 6pm-Bucket Ladies (Youth) accompanied by an adult. The cost is FREE, but
Character-building and encouragement are the focus of this uplifting donations are accepted.
program, where kids will learn about how it can be to make others feel For more information contact:
good! Joan Miller-Moran
November 9 @ 6pm Genealogy 101 (Adult) Phone: (616) 794-0924
The library is pleased to welcome genealogy expert Kelly Worden as Email: [email protected]
she discusses different research tools, resources, and methods to help Facebook Page: BEL - Belding Exploration Lab
get you started on your quest to find your family history.
November 12 @ 10am-Legos at the Library
November 14 @ 5:30pm-Movie Night
November 27 @ 7pm-Candlelight Reception (All)
Join us at the library for our annual holiday celebration with
refreshments, live music, and a silent auction. This program is hosted
by the Friends of the Alvah N. Belding Memorial Library.

December's theme will be "Christmas" and highlight gifts.
December 6 @10am-Little Wigglers
December 7 @10am-Story Time
December10 @10am-Legos at the Library
December 12 @5:30pm-Movie Night



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Trunk or Treat

Encounter Church

October 31st 6-7:30PM

Come do lots of trick or treating in a

The B Foundation-Pink Week safe place. Enjoy apples with caramel, games, music and more.

October 10-14

Concluded with the Glow Run October 14, @ 10pm

In 2011, Mikalya Linebaugh lost her father to cancer. She

decided to do something about it. With the help of family,

friends and colleagues, The B Foundation was formed.
Simply stated, our mission is: The B Foundation seeks to Saturday Night Community Night
Encounter Church
raise awareness and benefit families in the Belding
community touched by cancer. All of the money raised stays Saturday October 8th @ 7p
Join us as Andrew Collins will be telling his story of how he went
in Belding. Each year, through generous support and
donations, we have increased the amount of funding we can from corrupt Benton Harbor police officer to spending time in
prison to changing his life for God. His story was also featured on
offer families. With support from local businesses and
CBS.
community members, we sell Believe apparel that we

encourage Belding to wear on our Day to Believe! In
addition to the shirts, there is a 5k Glow Run/Walk from Saturday November 12th @ 7pm
Joni Epps a devoted Christian and singer in the prime of her life
Rudness Field to the Candlestone at 10pm. During the
entire Believe week (October 10-14) we encourage Belding was diagnosed with terminal cancer. Come hear her courageous
to ‘Paint the Town Pink’ in support of The B Foundation. story of how she deals with her diagnosis.

We also work with local schools to increase awareness and Saturday December 10th @ 7pm

provide scholarships for furthering academic efforts in Brandon Hempel, a happily married family man unexpectedly

cancer related fields.
For more information visit website www.thebfoundation.org becomes a single dad of three when is wife decides to leave. Join
us to hear Brandon's journey to new life.

Pre-Reader Story Time with Usborne Books and Encounter Church Baby Pantry

More

Location: Third Wave Coffee

105 E Main St.

Thursdays 10am-10:45am

Like books and Lattes? We do! Come a little early (or stay a Encounter Church
little late) to grab a drinks, some yummy food and prepare to October 13th 9-11am and 5:30-7pm
have some FREE fun with your littles. Usborne Books and November 10, 9-11am and 5:30-7pm
More Educational Consultants, Olivia Flanders, will be December 8, 9-11am and 5:30-7pm
reading some amazing books and doing some fun, We offer free diapers, wipes, formula, clothes and other essential
educational activities each week. This story time group is items to those in need. During the morning hours those needing
geared toward pre-readers ages 2-Kindergarten. Older so can receive a free ride from Belding Dial-a-ride.
siblings are always welcome, but the books and activities are

geared for littles. Christmas Eve Church Service

Halloween Open House Encounter Church
Belding Fire Station December 24, @ 6:00pm

October 31, 6-8pm Belding BBQ Competition

The Belding Fire Department will host its annual Halloween

open house at the Fire Station. Please join us for October 15, 9AM-3PM

refreshments, games and look at our fire apparatus and VFW Post 4406 - 114 N. Bridge St.

equipment. The Belding Police Reserve Unit will also be

available to check Halloween candies.



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Spaghetti Supper Tae Kwon Do
Belding Lions Club Orchard Hills Building Gym
108 Hanover-Belrockton Museum 1975 Orchard St.
October 27 5pm-7pm November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
Cost: Adults $6, Children (4-10) $4, Under 3 are FREE. 6:30pm-8:30pm
There will also be a 50/50 raffle. The traditional Tae Kwon Do Academy welcomes you to
For more information, contact: come be a part of the most popular martial art in the world.
Connie Martin FREE Enrollment Tuesdays the month of November to new
616-794-1630 students only.
[email protected]
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30pm-8:30pm
Community Dinner Cost is $15 per month for one night/week or $25 per month
First Congregational Church for two nights/week. Family discounts are always available.
301 W Washington St. Classes are open to children (ages 5+), adults and families.
Saturday December 24 Class fee is collected by instructor at time of class.
4pm-8pm
A free Christmas Dinner with all the fixings will be served in For more information contact:
two shifts. Tickets will be available soon. Dial-a-Ride service Belding Community Ed
will also be available. 616-794-4646
For more information, contact: OR
Merrill Russell Roland Demorest
Phone: (616) 794-1072 754-0395
email: [email protected]
Website: www.fccbelding.com Valerie Dawdy Fitness
BLAZE Mondays & Wednesday at Ellis 6pm
Dive-Bible Study & Dinner Monthly Mix Tues at Ellis 6pm
First Congregational Church All classes are $6 for a walk-in or $45 for a 10 class punch card
301 W. Washington St. and can be purchased through Valerie or by contacting the
October 18,25 November 1,8,15,22,29 December 6,13,20 Community Ed office at 616-794-4646 (These make great
7pm-8pm gifts).
Join us as we dive deep into the Bible and discuss God's Word
in a modern world. Bring a dish to pass. Group Fitness Classes & Small Group Training
For more information, contact Group fitness classes meet during the school year at Ellis
Pastor Paul Hulford Elementary, in the gym, and at Belding Bible Church during
Phone: (616) 794-2610 or (616) the summer. Small group training and personal training at
717-3440 The Farm-Ostrum Rd Belding.
email: For more information contact:
[email protected] Valerie Dawdy
Website: www.fccbelding.com Facebook: Valerie Dawdy Fitness
Website: www.valeriedawdy.com



Feeding the Hungry Walking Track
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Thursday Supper - FREE supper from 4:30-6pm on the first Belding High School
Sundays Nov. 6-April 2 6-8pm
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Adult 5 on 5 Basketball Self Defense
Belding Middle School Spectrum Health Belding Youth Clinic
Wednesdays, Location: TBD
October 26-March 29 Wednesday, November 20, 5:30-6:30
7:30-9pm Join certified self-defense trainers as we learn tips & skills
Cost is $5 per visit due at entrance. for staying safe. Refreshment provided. RSVP preferred by
Season passes available for $50 and can be purchased ahead calling Belding Youth Clinic (616) 244-1100
of time from Community Ed at 616-794-4646 (They make For more information contact:
great gifts). Instructor: Chris Byrne Sarah Dishong- Perez
(616) 244-1100
Adult Volleyball email: [email protected]
Belding Middle School
Sundays Sept. 25-May 14 Healthy or Hype?
6pm-8pm Spectrum Health Belding Youth
Cost is $5 per visit due at entrance. Clinic
Season passes available for $50 and can be purchased ahead Location: Belding High School
of time form Community Ed at 616-794-4646 (They make Wednesday January 25
great gifts). Instructor: Kara Youngs 3pm-4:30pm

Adult Open Gym Join Valerie Dawdy of Valerie Dawdy Fitness, Spectrum
Belding High School Health Nutritionists, and BYC staff as we sort out myths
Sundays Nov. 6-April 2 and facts about popular diet trends, supplements and foods.
6pm-8:30pm Free samples! RSVP preferred by calling Belding Youth
Cost is $5 per visit due at entrance. Clinic (616) 244-1100
Season passes available for $50 and can be purchased ahead For more information contact:
of time form Community Ed at 616-794-4646 (They make Sarah Dishong- Perez
great gifts). Instructor: Kevin Montague (616) 244-1100
email: [email protected]
Essential Oils Class with Cheryl www.spectrumhealth.org/belding-youth-clinic
Belding Community Ed
1975 Orchard St. Healthy Relationships 101
Wednesday, October 12, 6:30-8pm
Cheryl Gibson is trained in essential oils and the benefits of Spectrum Health Belding Youth Clinic
using them. She will be teaching some basic pointers, Location: Belding High School
answering questions and guiding you in the right direction of Wednesday, February 22, 3pm-4:30pm
your needs. Join Belding Youth Clinic counselor Sue Jongekryg LMSW
Everyone takes home 2 "make & takes". Cost is $15/person. and Michigan State Trooper Roger Hunt as we discuss
Limited space so don't delay! characteristics of healthy relationships and how to prevent
Call Community Ed @ 616-794-4646 and recognize dating violence. Great for teens and parents!
Refreshments & Raffle!
Finding Balance for Students For more information contact:
Spectrum Health Belding Youth Clinic Sarah Dishong- Perez
Location: Belding High School (616) 244-1100
Wednesday October 26 3pm-4:30pm email: [email protected]
School is stressful these days-more tests, more activities, and www.spectrumhealth.org/belding-youth-clinic
more people giving opinions. But it doesn't have to be scary!
Learn skills to help reduce stress, manage time, and be
successful in school & beyond. Halloween prizes and snacks!
For more information contact
Sarah Dishong-Perez
(616) 244-1100
email: [email protected]
www.spectrumhealth.org/belding-youth-clinic





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Coming Spring and Summer 2017

Belding Community Showcase

Thursday, April 20, 2017

Gus Macker Tournament

August 5-6, 2017
Get a team together and sign-up for America’s Original 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament right here in Belding! Shoot some
hoops, enjoy food from vendors and local restaurants, and don’t forget to bring you’re A-game! This family-friendly event
will not be an event you will want to miss.

Miss Belding Scholarship Pageant

Saturday, September 2, 2017
The pageant is held the Saturday before Labor Day. The Queen presides of the Labor Day festivities along with many
events throughout the year. Our Non-Profit group gives out more than $4,000 in prizes and scholarship money.

Belding Labor Day Celebration

Labor Day Weekend – Sept. 1 - 4
City wide celebration over Labor Day weekend. This will be the 112th year of this celebration to include a Carnival,
parades, car show, softball tournament, kickball tournament, fireworks, arts & crafts booths, and so much more! You
won’t want to miss it!

Photo by: Cory Smith & The Daily News



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