6 Mt. Pleasant Businesses That Can Help You Be the Best You Can Be in 2019

MT. PLEASANT, Mich -- Happy New Year! We hope the beginning of 2019 was wonderful. By now, you've probably already drafted a list of resolutions and affirmations for this year, but we want to help you stick to those goals, and support the amazing entrepreneurs in our community! No matter what your resolution is: a new diet, fitness routine, or a commitment to mindfulness, Mt. Pleasant is full of small businesses that can help you be the best you can be in 2019! 

1. PURE VITALITY JUICE BAR & SPA

Need a little rejuvenation? Don't we all after the holidays? If you're looking for a place to help you live well, Pure Vitality is it. Stop in for a fresh juice or smoothie, get a massage, or try out a float pod! Whatever your preferred form of revitalization is, Pure Vitality has a service that will give your health and wellness goals a boost! 

Visit Their Website Now: https://bit.ly/2R54rwX

2. GREENTREE COOPERATIVE GROCERY 

Since 1970, GreenTree Co-op has been providing the citizens of Mt. Pleasant a friendly, health-conscious shopping experience. They offer a wide range of sustainable alternatives to conventionally-made products and foods, with numerous vegan, gluten-free, and raw options. Browse the shelves to find healthy staples for your home, or hit up their deli for a selection of ready-made salads, soups, sandwiches, baked goods and more! 

Visit Their Website now: https://bit.ly/2CKOoM4

3. COLOR WORKS HAIR COMPANY

Want to revamp your look for the New Year? Or just give treat your locks to a little self care? Color Works is the place to do it. This highly-reviewed salon, is staffed by friendly, knowledgeable stylists who deliver cutting-edge looks in a relaxing and enjoyable environment. From color and extensions, to waxing, specialty styling, and makeup, the team at Color Works can do it all. 

Visit Their Website Now: https://bit.ly/2AqZIeq

4. KARMA KAT CAFE

If you're trying to get more good vibes into your schedule this year, the Karma Kat Cafe should be on your list of places to be. This Mt. Pleasant gem is a chill hang-out area full of adoptable cats to cuddle. They sell fun pet merchandise, and local cat art, and host special events like yoga and painting with cats. Don't have time to stop by? The Karma Kat Cafe runs completely on donations, so if you want to support the work they do, make a charitable gift today! 

Visit Their Website Now: https://bit.ly/2VxbtJw

5. REDBLOOM YOGA

Want to hop on the Yoga train? Redbloom is the perfect place for beginners and experienced yogis alike. A calming environment, with caring and accommodating teachers, Redbloom believes that yoga is for everyBODY regardless of age, background, experience or ability. They offer a wide range of classes, so no matter what kind of experience you want, there's bound to be one you're comfortable in. In addition, your first class is free so you can try before you buy! 

Visit Their Website Now: https://bit.ly/2TmA3uv

6. MP FIT CLUB

Need a little help sticking to your 2019 fitness resolutions? MP Fit Club offers 40 classes each week, so whatever your "fit" plan is, you'll find the support and motivation you need to achieve your goals. The gym maintains an emphasis on an accepting, family-oriented environment, so if you've had negative experiences at a gym in the past, don't write this place off. From boxing and Zumba to cardio and cross-training, there's sure to be a class you'll love. Plus, your first week is free. Sign up now! 

Visit Their Website: https://bit.ly/2s5qdBN

What are your 2019 Resolutions, and how are you holding yourself to them? Do you frequent any of the Mt. Pleasant gems we featured? Was there one we missed? Comment and let us know, we love hearing from you! 

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

CMU Game Day Traditions

MT. PLEASANT, Mich.,–– On Thursday, August 31st, Central Michigan University will be kicking off the football season against the Rhode Island Rams! This season is sure to be full of surprises as the Chippewas make use of their new quarterbacks and improved roster. The Central-Western game, Homecoming, and other adrenaline-pumping games will be sure to satisfy Chippewa fans across the country. Take a look at CMU game day traditions and what diehard fans of the famous maroon and gold enjoy throughout the football season!

Battle for the Cannon

Every year, Central Michigan and Western Michigan battle for their annual rivalry game. The winner takes home "The Cannon", a trophy which pays tribute to the two cannons sitting atop Kelly/Shorts Stadium and Waldo Stadium. Last year, Western took home the Cannon, but this year, CMU has made it their goal to reclaim the one-of-a-kind trophy once again. The Central-Western game will take place on the Chips' home turf this year, giving them a chance to beat the Broncos at Kelly/Shorts Stadium once again!

Homecoming Parade

Starting from the football field and ending in downtown Mt. Pleasant, the annual homecoming parade involves the band, color guard, local businesses, student organizations, and more as they make their way downtown! This annual tradition brings out the best in everyone's game day spirits, as candy, maroon and gold themed items are handed out to audience participants. You can even follow the parade through their journey for an unforgettable experience!

Cardboard Boat Race

Every year, the Industrial Engineering students construct cardboard boats and sail them across the Rose Pond on Homecoming for a heated competition to become the reigning champs of the Cardboard Boat Race. The race occurs on the morning of Homecoming and always attracts quite the large crowd. You'll be able to watch students fight, paddle, and push their way across Rose Pond as they try to make it without sinking. You won't want to miss this fun-filled event! 

Kelly/Shorts In-Game Traditions

Kelly/Shorts Stadium is full of in-game traditions, too! With plenty of singalong songs, t-shirt giveaways, and the loud and proud maroon and gold as far as the eye can see, CMU's stadium is full of fun for everyone! These are a few of CMU's best in-game traditions at Kelly/Shorts Stadium:

• Key Play: During important plays in the game, students and fans will take their keys out and shake them for the entire play to build hype with the audience and team.
• Cymbal Crash: Many students participate in this tradition, joining along with the band as they crash their cymbals back and forth! The "cymbal crash" is done with an up and down clapping motion to mimic the cymbal crashes.
• Cannon Shot: Whenever CMU scores in the game, the ROTC students fire a cannon to signify that the Chips are winning the game!
• Tree Ceremony: Overlooking the stadium itself on Rose Hill, the Bradford Pear tree atop the hill has been the post-game ceremony spot for the marching band during each game day, whether it's a triumphant victory or somber defeat.
• CMU Fight Song: Everyone, whether diehard fans or first time lovers of the game can enjoy CMU's one-of-a-kind fight song! Learn the song before your next game today:

FIGHT Central, down the field,
FIGHT for Victory, FIGHT, Fellows never yield;
We're with you, oh Varsity.
Onward with banners bold, to our colors we'll be true,
FIGHT for Maroon and Gold, Down the field for C.M.U.!

VARSITY! Rah! Rah! VICTORY! Rah! Rah!
CHIPPEWA we're proud of that nickname.
Hear our song loud and strong,
CENTRAL is going to win this game!
Come on and...(Repeat thru "C.M.U.!")


This year, the Central Michigan Chippewas will only be hosting five home games for the season, spending the rest of their time at away games across the country. If you're planning on heading to Kelly/Shorts Stadium this year, make sure you follow these CMU game day traditions to make the most of your time during this upcoming season! Find out how Graff Mt. Pleasant involves itself within the Central Michigan community and how they give back to the amazing town of Mt. Pleasant. While you're at it, stop by our dealership to get a great deal on a new vehicle to start the college season off right this year!


At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

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Support Your Local Vendors in Mt. Pleasant, MI!

MT. PLEASANT, Mich.,––This week we're hosting another Ladies Day event. In the past we've had the lovely technicians out from Salon Blu & Spa to perform spa services, educate attendees on best beauty practices, etc. This time we're having a representative from Younique makeup and a representative from LuLaRoe in to offer new inventory, talk about their company, and do tutorials. At Graff Mt. Pleasant, we believe in supporting our community in many ways and we want to encourage you to support your local vendors in Mt. Pleasant, MI, as we're doing at our next Ladies Day this week!

There are many companies like Younique and LuLaRoe that employ representatives all over the country who directly sell to friends, family, and local connections. By buying products from local reps means you're supporting our Mt. Pleasant community directly! That might mean you're helping that reps daughter learn to play the piano, helping assist that rep in donating to a local charity, or just supporting the rep as they offer the community products and services they believe in. Instead of buying online where your purchase will go to the company, buying through a local vendor

Here are some companies that have local vendor reps you can support: 

Skincare/Makeup
-Younique
-Mary Kay
-Avon
-Arbonne
-Nu Skin
-Jamberry

Jewelry/Clothes
-Thirty One
-LuLaRoe
-Stella & Dot
-Origami Owl

Supplements/Health
-Herbalife
-Beachbody
-ViSalus
-ItWorks!
-Young Living
-Scentsy

Home Goods
-Pampered Chef
-Norwex
-Tupperware


How do you find these people? First, attend our Ladies Day event to connect with the lovely ladies from Younique and LuLaRoe. Then ask around! By asking your friends and neighbors (especially those of you at Central Michigan University) if they know of anyone who represents the companies mentioned above, you'll be connected to a network of people around you that can help you get the products you want and meet personal goals.

We hope to see you at our Ladies Day event this week and in the future! Are there any companies that we missed on our list? Do you know of anyone that would like to be featured at our next Ladies Day? Get in contact with us! We love supporting our local vendors and brick and mortar companies as well.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

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Christmas Cookie Recipe Ideas

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Can you smell that? It's the deliciously warming scent of holiday baked goods in the air! Tis the season to bust out the sugar n' spice and everything nice to get in the Christmas spirit and spread holiday cheer! Whether you've got cookie exchanges to participate in, holiday potlucks to attend, or little ones around the house looking for a sweet treat these Christmas Cookie Recipe Ideas are sure to impress.

Of course there is endless holiday cookie inspiration on Pinterest, but let's be honest, sometimes that can end up taking more time than it does to even bake the cookies. So to save you some time during this busy season, we've gathered up some of the best Christmas Cookie Recipe Ideas for your holiday enjoyment!

Christmas Cookie Recipe Ideas

Cranberry Bliss Cookies

Hot Cocoa Cookies

Homemade Peppermint Patties

Reindeer Pop Treats

Christmas Tree Peanut Butter Blossoms

Candy Bar Pretzel Bites

Have so many Christmas cookies you want to make that you're not sure how you're going to fit them all in your car? Worry not! Tis the season to indulge, and why not upgrade to a new Chevy car or truck? Whatever you many need this holiday season, we're here to help!

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
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Halloween Safety Tips For Trick or Treating

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Have you carved your pumpkin, stocked up on candy, and finalized your costume yet? Halloween is almost here and with it brings the excitement of endless sweet treats for little trick or treaters everywhere! However, the holiday also poses the threat for some frightening situations. Make sure your kids stay safe this year with a few simple, but extremely important Halloween Safety Tips for Trick or Treating from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.

Halloween Safety Tips for Trick or Treating:

• Be seen and heard! Choose bright, flame-retardant costumes that have reflective material, or add reflective tape, so that your trick or treater can be seen in the dark. Make sure they also have a flashlight or glow stick before the sun sets.
• Always stick with a trick or treating route that is in a familiar area with neighbors you trust! Avoid unfamiliar neighborhoods, isolated streets, and houses that are not well lit.
• Even if you are familiar with the neighborhood, never allow young children to go out alone! Always make sure they are accompanied by a parent or other trusted adult, and that you walk them up to the door, never letting them go inside unless you are there.
• While older children probably don't want you to go out with them, make sure they understand the importance of traveling in groups.
• You'll likely see a lot of cars out on Halloween, but never let your children approach a vehicle, whether it's occupied or not, unless you are right there with them.
• Basic pedestrian safety rules are also important since trick or treating involves walking from house to house and crossing many streets, especially in the dark.
• A great alternative to trick or treating that still celebrates the fun in Halloween, would be to organize a neighborhood or community party where everyone can gather in a safe and supervised environment.
• In any situation, it is important that children know their home phone number, address, and how to dial 911 in an emergency if they do become separated.
• Before children head out on Halloween, or anywhere for that matter, make sure they understand the importance of being aware of their surroundings, and that they need to report any suspicious activity to their parents or law enforcement.
• Should they ever get into a dangerous situation where someone tries to get them to go somewhere or leave with them, make sure they understand that they should shout "NO!" or "This is not my mother/father!" and to make every effort to get away by kicking, screaming, and resisting.

Every year kids set out on Halloween to collect as much candy as they possibly can, it's just important that we educate our children on how to stay safe with a few simple tips. Remember that with your OnStar subscription in any new Chevy cars or new Chevy trucks from Graff Mt. Pleasant, all you have to do is push the red emergency button at any time to report information regarding an AMBER alert or lost child.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
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Light the Night Walk with Graff Mt. Pleasant

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – This Saturday, September 26, the Light the Night Walk will be happening in Midland. Graff Mt. Pleasant will be participating in the walk and we want you to join us!

Light the Night Walk is an event where the community comes together to raise money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Family, friends, and companies that want to support the cause and fund research for a cure of blood cancer form teams to walk at the event.

At the end of the night lanterns are lit and set off. The white lanterns symbolize survivors and research, the red are in support of current patients and finding a cure, and the yellow are in memory of lost loved ones.

The money raised benefits those suffering of blood cancer in many ways:

• Funding research for therapies and treatments
• Free patient education materials and support programs
• Advocacy to make sure patients have the right access to treatments
• One-on-one patient assistance from the LLS Information Resource Center

You can join our team today by going to our Facebook event online and clicking on the "Buy Tickets" link. The walk starts at 5 p.m. If you can’t make it, you can also donate online: Donate Here

We look forward to seeing you at the Light the Night Walk and supporting this great cause with us! At your Midland area used car dealer we do what we can to help our community. Visit us at your Graff Mt. Pleasant Chevy Dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac Dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

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Congratulations to the Graff Mt. Pleasant Team

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – As we kick off the new year here at Graff Mt. Pleasant and look back on 2014, we couldn't be more proud of our teams at our Chevrolet store and Buick GMC Cadillac Store. They are the ones building relationships in our community and helping our treasured guests everyday, so we wanted to say Thanks!

To inspire a little friendly competition during the last quarter of 2014, we decided to hold a contest in which the winners would be taken on a trip as their reward. Well, the time has come and about half of our team is headed to Las Vegas! Congratulations to the Graff Mt. Pleasant Team on all of your hard work and thank you so much for your continued dedication!

Can we hear it for the winners?
From the Graff Mt. Pleasant Chevy store, congratulations to – Jim Richardson, Travis Maxon, Pat Swanton, Kelly French, Lindi Larue, Zeke Fowler, Ceasar Rodriguez, Ken Ames,Terry Coon, Greg Leduke, Jessica Welsh, Ashley Mayes, Megan Gottschalk, Donna Graham, John Sysak, Doug Knight, Chris Oldham, dan Howard, John Houevener, Mike Dunlop, dan Leyder, Josh Chambers, Chris Clay, Matt Maxon, Mark Sanford, Kevin Freed, Jesse Shafer, Dale Kornexl, Dale Reynolds, Zach Love, Allen Read, Ben Garver

From the Graff Mt. Pleasant Buick store, congratulations to – Vickie Munday, Keith Raymond, Chris Wheeler, Tom Munger, Seth Blackey, Dustin Middleton, Jimmie Walters, Larry Haines, alan brock and Chad Dush.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
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Sponsoring Families Through The United Way at Graff Mt. Pleasant

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Here at Graff Mt. Pleasant we are so thankful for the incredible support that our community provides all year long, and as the holidays near it becomes even more important for us to show our appreciation and give back in every way we can! This year we are proud to be sponsoring multiple families through the United Way, and we thought, what better way to bring the community together than by inviting our friends and neighbors to participate as well!

This season, Graff Mt. Pleasant is sponsoring families through the United Way and we want to invite you to make a difference in the lives of those in need too! Each family has provided us with a list of items they are requesting this holiday season. We have gone out and purchased the larger items, but for the smaller items we have set up a Giving Tree in our showroom and are asking you to show your support for these local families if you can. All you have to do is come in and pick a gift tag off of the Giving Tree, purchase the item, and then return the item to the Giving Tree before Wednesday, December 3rd so that we have time to get everything to the families before the holidays are here!

If your family or business is looking for a way to give back to our local community this holiday season, we encourage you to give a gift to support local families through the United Way! We can tell you first hand that each family truly appreciates the help!

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
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National Lymphoma Month at Graff Mt. Pleasant

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Did you know that every 7 minutes someone is diagnosed with lymphoma? Not to mention, there are more than 700,000 Americans currently living with, or are in remission from, lymphoma. Which is why September has been declared National Lymphoma Month, and Graff Mt. Pleasant is proud to join the fight against this disease!

On October 4th, Graff Mt. Pleasant will be participating in our local Light The Night Walk to support the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society whose mission is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and to improve the quality of life for patients and their families. HOWEVER, leading up until the walk we are striving to raise awareness and funds to make a difference in the lives of those affected by lymphoma! We encourage you to join us in the walk, stop by our store to make a donation, or donate to our Graff Gladiators team online right here: http://pages.lightthenight.org/mi/midmi1414/GraffGladiators

Those who donate in store will receive a free lime green bracelet to show their support. Plus, we also have lime green t-shirts for sale, of which 100% of the donation will go to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

We truly care about our community and we want to bring attention to this disease that affects so many, so please show your support during National Lymphoma Month at Graff Mt. Pleasant! At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
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ALS Ice Bucket Challenge at Graff Mt. Pleasant

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – Graff Mt. Pleasant was nominated for the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and our very own Jim has accepted the challenge, nominating Nick Williams in the Athletic Office, Keith Raymond at our Buick GMC Cadillac store, and CMU Football Coach, Kyle Nystrom! Consider yourself challenged!

We bet you've been seeing the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge videos all over your social networks. While it may seem crazy that perfectly sane people are dumping ice water on their heads, as of August 26, 2014, the challenge has raised over $88.5 million to support the ALS Association's mission to fight the progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord! To put that into perspective, during the same time last year, donations totaled $2.6 million. BRAVO to everyone who has completed the challenge and donated!

Watch as Jim takes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge at Graff Mt. Pleasant:

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant, we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
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