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On Thursday, September 15, Representative Mike Callton (87-Nashville) joined with hundreds of volunteers at Barry County United Way’s annual Day of Caring.

Working at Thornapple Manor, a senior housing facility in Hastings, Rep. Callton planted flowers, raked leaves and did other yardwork to spruce up the grounds for the senior residents. He also helped out by serving ice cream to his fellow volunteers.

This year’s Day of Caring was the largest yet, according to Barry County United Way’s website. Over 475 volunteers came out, including many local officials and Representative Callton, serving a total of almost 2,000 hours over two days.

[Adapted from a press release by Rich Adams.]

The 17th annual Western Wayne County Senior Celebration Day will take place Friday, Oct. 14. The event is organized by Representative John Walsh (19-Livonia) and Senior Citizen Achievement Needs, a local nonprofit organization for seniors.

“I am honored to have a hand in organizing this thank-you for seniors who have had such an impact on this community,” Walsh said. “This is not only a fun-filled celebration, but it is also very informative. Seniors can learn about nonprofit groups, businesses, health care organizations and more. I truly appreciate all the sponsors that make this important event possible.”

Tickets are now on sale for the event, which will take place at Laurel Manor Banquet & Conference Center, located on Schoolcraft Road west of Newburgh, in Livonia. The celebration runs from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the Livonia Senior Center. Ticket price includes a hot meal, bingo, music by Mike Wolverton, exhibitor booths featuring novelties, influenza shots, a raffle, games and prizes, and a free cloth bag in which to carry the items.