THIS “KUTE KID” is… Everly Moore at age 1-1/2 years old. She is the daughter of Chad and Jessica Moore of Frankenmuth, Michigan. Everly’s grandparents are Cathy and the late Gary Moore of Hartford, Patti Wolff of Mattawan and Greg Wolff of Kalamazoo. Her great-grandmothers are Delores Wolff of Kalamazoo and Bonnie De-Hean of Mattawan.

Learn to reduce your risk of diabetes

 Lakeland Health is offering a free program designed to help anyone with higher-than-normal blood sugar levels learn about lifestyle changes which may help them avoid or delays the onset of diabetes. The class will take place on Thursday, December 7, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. in Classroom B at Lakeland Hospital, Watervliet, located at 400 Medical Park Drive.

During the first hour of the program, a registered nurse will guide attendees through the disease process of diabetes and introduce healthy lifestyle changes. The final hour will be spent with a registered dietitian who will suggest meal selections that can help you maintain health and manage weight.

This program does not require a physician referral. Pre-registration is required, and class size is limited. For more information or to register, call (269) 556-2868.

WATERVLIET NORTH SCHOOL ROCK STARS… in Oct. & Nov. 2017 are pictured (from the left): Nolan Sells is a 3rd grade student in Mrs. Brown’s classroom. He is a very kind and responsible student. He takes every opportunity to learn, and leads by example. Kalyn Manley is a 3rd grade student in Mrs. Bohle’s classroom. Kalyn is a very responsible student. She accomplishes all tasks and goes above and beyond the requirements. She helps and encourages others to help them excel as well. Megan Tucker is in Mr. Babcock’s 3rd grade classroom. Megan is a very caring individual who is always looking to help others. In addition to this, she always does what is expected of her in the classroom. Great job to all Rock Stars, keep up the great behavior and work ethic! Thank you to Burger King for donating gift certificates.

Senior Services

Hartford United Methodist Church, 425 E. Main St.

Monday, November 27 Social/Coffee Hour, 10:00-11:30 a.m.; LUNCH served at 12:30 p.m.; Bingo/ Card Games/ Euchre/ Hand & Foot/ Knitting, Crocheting & Needlework, 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, November 28 Social/Coffee Hour, 10:00-11:30 a.m.; Tai Chi, 11:30 a.m.; LUNCH served at 12:30 p.m.; Card Games/ Euchre/ Hand and Foot/ Computer Help/ Crocheting, Knitting & Quilting, 1:30 p.m.

Friday, December 1 Social/Coffee Hour, 10:00-11:30 a.m.; Tai Chi, 11:30 a.m.; LUNCH served at 12:30 p.m.; Card Games/ Euchre/ Hand & Foot, 1:30 p.m.

All seniors, age 60 and older, residing in Van Buren County are eligible to participate in these programs and activities.

Any questions or comments, please contact Senior Services Paw Paw office at 269-655-8000. Rides are available from Van Buren Public Transit with no less than 24-hour advance notice at (269) 427-7921.

Watervliet Public Schools

Calendar of Events

Wednesday, November 22

Half day of school – all buildings

Thursday, Nov. 23 – Friday, Nov. 24

NO SCHOOL – THANKSGIVING BREAK

Monday, November 27

MS White Basketball at Saugatuck, 5:00 & 6:15 p.m.

Tuesday, November 28

North School Choir, 3:10-4:15 p.m.

Friday, December 1

MS Dance in MS Cafeteria, 3:00-5:00 p.m.; JV Girls Basketball at Lawton, 6:00 p.m.; Varsity Girls Basketball at Lawton, 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 2

Robotics Competition at Coloma

Friday-Sunday, Dec. 1-3, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. “HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE” at the North Berrien Historical Museum, 300 Coloma Ave., Coloma. Celebrate the Christmas Holiday season with live music, a delicious cookie walk, gingerbread house decorating, live reindeer, kid’s carnival, and more! Free admission

Saturday, Dec. 2 “HOME TOWN CO-ED SNOWBALL SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT” For sign-up and more information contact Erica Kinzler (ericadkinzler@gmail.com) or Julie Querfurth (jmouse269@gmail.com)

Sunday, Dec. 3, 4-8 p.m. “HOME TOWN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION” in Watervliet to include Snow Royalty contest, downtown parade, chili cook-off, live reindeer plus more. Pictures with Santa at Arclight Brewery after the parade.

Sunday, Dec. 3, “MISS & MR. HARTFORD 2018 PAGEANT”

Friday, Dec. 8 & 15, 6:00-8:30 p.m. “CHRISTMAS AT THE FLYWHEELERS” located at 06285 68th St., South Haven. Activities for the whole family. For more info, call 269-639-2010, email michiganflywheelers&yahoo.com, visit www.michiganflywheelers.org or on Facebook.

Dec. 27, 28, 29, & Jan. 2, 2018 “WINTER BREAK OUTDOORS” at Sarett Nature Center, 2300 Benton Center Rd., BH. Selfie scavenger hunt, trail walks for the whole family. Call 927-4832 for more info.

Saturday, Jan. 6, 10 a.m. “RUN, FROSTY, RUN RACES” 5K & 10K run and 5K walk. Participants’ predictions determine the winners. Pre-register online at runfrostyrun.com. Proceeds benefit Watervliet Athletic Boosters. Race day registration begins at 8:30 a.m.

Saturday, Jan. 6, “MISS & MR. COLOMA 2018 PAGEANT”

Saturday, Jan. 13, “MISS WATERVLIET 2018 PAGEANT”

Mondays, 7 p.m. “PUB THEOLOGY” at Arclight Brewery. Public is invited to join in discussions. Hosted by St. Paul’s United Church of Christ.

Thursdays, 7-8 p.m., “STUDIES IN THE SCRIPTURES” presented by Milton D. Harden VDM, member of the Pastoral Bible Institute, at the Coloma Public Library. No donations or collections taken. Contact Minister Milton D. Hardin at 586-431-7366.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7-9 p.m. “PICKLEBALL” (excluding holidays) at Watervliet Catholic School (Head Start) gym, Lucinda Lane and M-140. Must wear clean gym shoes.

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. “STORY HOUR” at Coloma Public Library. A free weekly program for toddlers and preschool-aged children, it does not require sign-up. Call 269-468-3431 for information.

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. & Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. “STORY HOUR” at Watervliet District Library. Program for preschool-aged children Oct. thru Apr.

Thursdays, 6 – 10 p.m. “Trap shooting” at the Coloma Rod & Gun Club.

Second Thursday of each month, 3 – 5 p.m. “BERRIEN COUNTY PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUP” at Lakeland Healthcare Frederick S. Upton Education Center rooms 5 & 6, 1234 Napier Ave. For info, contact Michigan Parkinson Foundation at 800-852-9781 or bcpdsupport@aol.com.

Third Monday of each month, 3 – 6 p.m. “FOOD BANK” at Central Assembly of God, 6801 Ryno Rd., Coloma.