“The Constitution is worth saving, the rule of law is worth saving, democracy is worth saving, but these things can and will be lost if everyone waits around for someone else.” –Timothy D. Snyder This week’s selections … [Read more...] about News from Marcellus TWP Wood Memorial Library – December 11, 2025
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Contemplation Corner: “do not think we must be solemn in order to meditate.”
“Please do not think we must be solemn in order to meditate. Whether or not we are happy depends on our awareness. When you have a toothache, you think not having a toothache will make you very happy. But when you don’t have a toothache, … [Read more...] about Contemplation Corner: “do not think we must be solemn in order to meditate.”
Earth Talk – Jane Goodall
Jane Goodall left her legacy on challenging the idea of human uniqueness, but her activism also inspired multiple generations to come. Credit: Dean Calma / IAEA, FlickrC EarthTalk®From the Editors of E - The Environmental … [Read more...] about Earth Talk – Jane Goodall
Team RickWorld – What we’re reading the week of December 8, 2025
The coutdown is on for Team RickWorld! The Marcellus Township Wood Memorial Library’s Read Through the Decades Challenge concludes with the Noon Year’s Eve party on December 31. We are making plans to accept our award with humility, grace … [Read more...] about Team RickWorld – What we’re reading the week of December 8, 2025
Band Notes for the Week of December 8, 2025
Band notes for the week of December 8, 2025 Coming Up:12/15 - Winter Band Concert, 7pm. Features all bands grades 6-12. Winter Band Concert - Monday, December 15, 7pmThe Marcellus Music Department will be presenting their Holiday … [Read more...] about Band Notes for the Week of December 8, 2025
Beckwith Theatre Company Announces 2026 Season
heatLineup includes Agatha Christie mystery, Tony Award-winning musical, and beloved holiday classic. DOWAGIAC, MI – The Beckwith Theatre Company is proud to announce its 2026 performance season, featuring a dynamic mix of new works, … [Read more...] about Beckwith Theatre Company Announces 2026 Season
Marcellus Village Council Members host Town Hall
Marcellus Village Council trustees George Markle and Joe Watts invite the public to hangout, have a conversation and enjoy a spot of tea and coffee, Saturday, December 27, 7:00pm. The non-partisan, informal event will be … [Read more...] about Marcellus Village Council Members host Town Hall
Home Arts Club to Meet – December 15
The Marcellus Home Arts Club will meet Monday, December 15, at the Rock for their annual Holiday dinner. Cocktails begin at 5 p.m., with dinner at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will be ordered off the menu. Please bring a surprise gift, priced no more … [Read more...] about Home Arts Club to Meet – December 15
Michigan’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase on Jan. 1, 2026
LANSING, MI – On Jan. 1, 2026, Michigan's minimum wage rate will increase from $12.48 to $13.73 per hour as set by Michigan's Improved Workforce Opportunity Wage Act which establishes the annual schedule of … [Read more...] about Michigan’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase on Jan. 1, 2026
Public Notice – December 11, 2025
As I See It: MHS Band’s 2025 Disney trip was “fire. . .”
November 26, 2025, Disney Springs, Lake Buena Vista, Florida: “Disney’s Imagination Campus is proud to present the Marcellus High School Marching Band from Marcellus, Michigan, under the direction of Kathryn Essex. Please welcome to the … [Read more...] about As I See It: MHS Band’s 2025 Disney trip was “fire. . .”
LaPointe awarded Hortense Simmons Memorial Prize
Cathy LaPointe, an original founder of the Underground Railroad Society of Cass County, on the steps of the Bonine House. The Underground Railroad Society of Cass County, Michigan, is proud to announce that Cathy LaPointe is the … [Read more...] about LaPointe awarded Hortense Simmons Memorial Prize