City of West Branch

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City of West Branch

• Channel 26 WBTV

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Meeting Schedule

• City Council meets the 1st 3rd Mondays at
  700pm.
  
• Planning Commission meets the 2nd 4th Tuesdays
  (as needed) at 700pm.
  
• Meetings are open to the Public All are invited
  to attend.

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City Website!

• Check out the Citys website
• and keep an eye on it for
• important messages.
• www.westbranch.com
• Take a look today!

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• Mulch is available behind Brookside Cemetery. If
  a large amount is needed (a truckload or more)
  please contact City Hall at 345-0500 to set up
  an appointment.

After May 8th, Leaves and Soft Vegetation may be
taken to the mulch pile in the rear of the
Brookside Cemetery.
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Farmers Market Applications are now being
accepted. Applications are available at City H
all. The Market begins July 4th and goes throug
h October 3rd. Hours for the Market are Saturda
ys from 8amto 1pm. The Market is located in the
street on South 3rd Street.
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Historical West Branch Centennial Book
The Historical West Branch Centennial book is now
available at the museum (South 5th Street)
You may pick-up books from 10am to 2pm on Thursd
ays and Fridays.   The price is 30.00 Pleas
e make check to OCGHS (Ogemaw County Geneologic
al Historical Society) and mail to OCGHS, PO B
ox 734, West Branch, MI 48661.
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North Central Michigan Community Foundation

• Thank you for considering a tax-deductible
  donation to the
  
• North Central Michigan Community Foundation
• 42 Ogemaw County Funds to choose from
• 504,095.69 grants made for Ogemaw County since
  1998
  
• 960,679.76 Ogemaw County funds managed,
  12/31/08
  
• North Central Michigan Community Foundation
• PO Box 63, West Branch MI 48661-0063
• 1-877-354-6881
• For Good For Ever

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Grief and Loss Support Group

• Location West Branchs Hospice of Helping
  Hands Office.
  
• The group will meet from 130-300pm
• On May 7, 14, 21, 28 and June 4th
• The group is open to any adult, free of charge,
  who has experienced a significant death in their
  lives.
  
• Registration is required.
• Call the Hospice of Helping Hands office to
  register. 800-992-6592

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VFW Spaghetti Dinner!

• Thursday, May 21, 2009
• 4-7pm
• VFW HallLehman at M-30
• West Branch
• Adults 6.00Children under 5 eat Free!
• Tickets available at the door.
• Cash Raffle Tickets 3 for 5.00

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Ogemaw HeightsALL Class Reunion!

• July 2nd 5th 2009
• Now that youve graduated and moved on, wouldnt
  you like to see not only your class, but some of
  your friends from years ahead or behind you?
  
• Please send your email address to
  OHHSReunion_at_westbranch.com
  
• Please include your name, maiden name, and
  graduating year, so the committee can send you
  future updates!
  

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Kirtlands Warbler Festival

• May 16th _at_ Kirtlands Main Campus
• Events include Guided Tours Horse Drawn Wagon
  Rides Kids Games Live Music and much more!
  
• For more information call 989-275-5000 ext 266

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Annual Rummage Sale!

• May 21st 229am 4pm
• May 2310am 3pm
• St. John Lutheran Ladies Aid
• 155 Fairview, West Branch MI
• (Blue Garage next to Church)

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American Red Cross YARD SALE!

• Now Taking Donated Items!!
• We will gladly take your slightly used/good
  condition household items, jewelry, appliances,
  furniture, outdoor items, etc.
  
• NO CLOTHING PLEASE!
• Drop off times All of April and May-Thursdays
  and Fridays at 830am-430pm-Saturdays by
  Appointment
  
• Drop off items at the American Red Cross Office
• Call Sue at 989-343-1353For more information

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Auction at West Branch Police Department

• May 19th, 2009
• Auction begins at 2pm
• Selling Found bikes and misc. pieces

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Flag Day 2009

• Friday, June 12th
• 12 noon at West Branch City Hall

Meet Exciting Politicians!
FREE All-American Picnic!
Honor Old Glory!
Meet Miss Victorian Candidates!
Fun For Everyone!
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We Want YOU!
Fabulous Fridays in Downtown West Branchpresents
Start Your EnginesFriday, May 22nd 6 - 9
PM
Ladies Gentlemen, kids of all ages, start your
engines for a rip roaring evening filled with all
kinds of car racing fun! If youd like to be a
part of this event and showcase your car
driver call Pete at 989-345-5226
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Pinewood Derby Race

• West Branch Regional Medical Centers fundraiser
  to purchase 25 gas cards to help cancer patients
  who struggle getting to their appointments.
  
• The race is Friday May 15th, at 500pm
• At Surline Middle School Gym
• Judging cars will be in Hospital Gift Shop
• May 1st 14th
• Votes 1.00 Each

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City Wide Garage Sale!

• One Day ONLY!
• June 20th
• 800am 500pm
• This is has grown over the past five years, so
  expect big crowds. If you are a City resident and
  plan to participate, contact City Hall in writing
  by June 12th to be included in the map.
• Call Michelle with questions at 345-0500.Maps
  will be available at City Hall June 16th.

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26th Annual Radio AuctionKiwanis of West Branch

• Listen to WGDN then phone your bid to 896-6001
• Saturday, May 16, 2006
• 1 5pm
• WGDN 103.1 FM103.1 Country Gladwinalso
  available at 103country.com

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Historical West Branch Centennial Book Signing
Date Friday May 22nd Time 3 7pm Place
West Branch Public Library Dont forget your
books!

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2009 Music in the Park!

• June 11 Picks Sticks Stringband (folk,
  swing, country, light pop, jazz ethnic)
  
• June 25 Guy Louis His Chautauqua Express
  (popular music)
  
• July 9 The Royal Garden Trio(traditional
  jazz)
  
• July 16 Bob Kartes CW Junction(2 shows
  featuring local talent)
  
• July 23 Seth Bernard Daisy May(folk music)
• August 20 Cabin Fever Band(folk music)
• August 29 Rock Roll(during the fabulous
  Friday event in Downtown West Branch)

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