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J.J.Cardinal's Wild Bird & Nature Store, Grand Blanc, MI

Our web site is updated nearly every day it seems with news, calendar of events, product announcements and additions to our ever evolving photo-album. This summary of site revisions has been requested by several regular visitors to this site - we hope you too will find it helpful and check back often!

June 2013	06/15/13 Direct from Roseville Ohio - several new, attractive bird bath designs from Burley Clay >
May 2013	05/26/13 Made in Michigan! Durable concrete from Evans Lawn Ornaments: · Garden benches, stepping stones on our "garden page" > and, · Birdbaths and fountains on our "accessories page" >
	05/24/13 Local author, artist and illustrator, Dan Waltz will be at our shop Saturday, June 22! Details > See our complete activities schedule - fun stuff slated through August >
April 2013	04/04/13 Mel from Songbird Essentials did his homework on this one: perhaps the biggest and most complete Oriole feeder made in America. Yeah...domestically produced....not another annoying job-sucking foreign-extruded import. This baby accommodates nectar, jelly and fruit - the oriole's triple play fav's. Check it out >
March 2013	03/27/13 We've been unpacking a ton of fun new projects and educational toys for kids....like the classic Triops and Potato Clock Green Energy science kits >
	03/26/13 J.J. Cardinal dusted off the garden tools and made room for some new merchandise; container gardens are a perennial favorite. Grow fresh herbs, flowers, vegetables, or fruit on your kitchen windowsill, or just about any sunny spot indoors year-round. More info can be found at "goods for the gardener" section of our "garden page" >
	03/25/13 Decorative Bobbo Bird Houses are fair-trade pieces of art and handcrafted in weather resistant albizia wood. See more quirky shapes (cats, dogs, birds) on our "houses page" > 03/24/13 Just in for spring, several home decor pieces from the Meadowbrook Gourd collection > ....and new hummer feeders from Par-a-Sol > ....and.... (lots of new stuff!)

	03/22/13 We're now stocking American made tiles by Motawi Tileworks featuring the unique art of Charley Harper. See parts of the collection >
	03/21/13 We're getting set for migration season - and thrilled to have some nice new feeder designs for you to see like a collection by Birds Choice of Wisconsin designed to appeal to hummingbirds, orioles and other nectar loving birds.. Take a look >
	03/20/13 Reduce annoying bugs and insects on your patio this summer with a vintage, chemical free bug catcher. See our "garden page" for details/info >
	03/19/13 Here in Michigan we wonder if spring will ever arrive - given that we've been getting snow and flurries just about every other day for a week....but we know we need the moisture and eventually trees will bud and days will grow longer - and the hummingbirds and orioles will be here! But, will you be ready? To help prepare for Orioles we've posted our tips on Facebook, and on Louise's Notes at this website. Read more >
	03/13/13 J.J. Cardinal's is always looking for educational projects to inspire and challenge young minds and we're thrilled to have found a new line of toys and science projects by "Doctor Cool". The "Discover with Dr. Cool" science line is all about the thrill of adventure....see more >
	03/06/13 Any chance you, or someone in your family, made a New Year's Resolution to eat healthy and be more active? Or, perhaps you made a vow to "shop local"? The new Thread Creek Community Supported Agriculture program may be just the ticket >
February 2013	02/24/13 We're pleased to offer more fine American-made craft from Renaissance Glass. These pieces are modestly priced and far superior to the imported, extruded crud found in your typical gift lobby or hobby shoppe. >
	02/18/13 Fine wooden bookmarks with decorative hardwood inlays and artistic flair >
	02/17/13 So.....have you got enough gumption to go for the gold? Got a thing for dirt and growing your own bird seed? Those attributes are just the sort that may be your path to greater glory in our annual Sunflower Growing Contest. Feast your eyes on these details >
	02/12/13 We found a group of embossed greeting cards that are worthy of stocking at J.J. Cardinal's.....from Pumpernickel Press.....made in the USA! Check 'em out >
January 2013	01/31/13 We spotted the kitchen composter, made from recycled materials, and figured it was a perfect fit for our environmentally conscious clientele. Check it out >
	01/29/13 Louise still has the flu but we continue to get neat new stuff in-stock during her absence - like this bumba new recycled feeder from Birds Choice >
	01/21/13 Back in-stock: GoodPlanet's famous Mason Bee Nesting blocks. Orchard mason bees are "hole nesters" - bees hibernate during the winter in these holes and emerge in the spring. After mating, their eggs are laid inside nesting cells that are simulated by the tubes inside of this nesting block. More info >
	01/03/13 Just located: a new series of mid-price-range tube feeders from Woodlink® - the Audubon Collection >
December 2012	12/05/12 Livestock now available at J.J. Cardinal's! Praying mantis egg pods, Polyphemus, luna and cecropia Giant silk moth cocoons, and Spicebush swallowtail butterfly chrysalids. All livestock come with complete hatching instructions. Quantities are limited. These little creatures make great holiday gifts! More info >
November 2012	11/16/12 The US Postal Service is preparing to deliver our latest JJ Cardinal's Notebook...reflecting our 21st year of distributing the sort of news & info that nature lovers' covet. You too can be on our mailing list - see store for details. But just for being the savvy internet web surfer that you obviously are....you have access to a sneak preview right now! Cool, huh? See our Info Page >>
	11/02/12 Just in time for the holidays: JJ Cardinal's famous hand-crafted holiday ornaments! Proceeds benefit local FISH Chapter. See a sample >> 11/1/12 Protect your heated bird bath connections with "Click Shield" >>
October 2012	10/31/12 Milestone reached: we've sold 4 million pounds of birdseed! And one of our customers just won a bag of birdseed for accurately guessing when we'd hit that mark! See more >
	10/20/12 We're often asked: "do you have anything with cardinal's on it? They're Mom's favorite bird...." Oh...just a few dozen gift items, books, and prints. Check 'em out > 10/19/12 Back in stock! Tweber's famous little "nature house" - ideal for observing little critters and insects >

	10/11/12 Just received more creative jewelry pieces from Nettles - pendants, earrings >>
September 2012	09/29/12 Just in time for fall and the season's cooling temperatures - Burt's Bees new Intense Hydrating line of facial products that include Clary sage that has an incredible ability to retain moisture. More info >
	09/23/12 For those who seek a classy bird feeder - perhaps a special gift for someone in your life....Louise snagged a batch of Parasol's recycled glass bird feeders in 2 handsome styles and is offering them at a very special price. Check 'em out >>
	09/24/12 This past week we captured a photo of our seed distributor's "winter scene" emblazoned on the side of their attractive and tidy delivery truck. (Summer scene shown below in May 2012.) The John Van Den Bosch Company is based in Michigan and helps us offer the freshest seeds and grains possible...and customers seem to like it! Birds and critters, too. We sell over a ton and a half of it every week...yep. It's a lot of seed. Around 4 million pounds since we first opened in 1991. "Bring the wonder of Nature right to your window!"
	09/23/12 Folks have been asking for these for years: works of American Modernist artist Charley Harper. Now in-stock, a gift box of greeting cards featuring four of his highly stylized prints including one of our favorite birds: the cardinal. See more >>
	09/22/12 Looking for a powerful yet safe cleaner for your bird feeders? We've got you covered >
	09/08/12 Competition for this year's sunflower growing contest will be challenging. First we had to survive the early summer drought conditions...but some were able to get their seeds to not just survive -- but *thrive* ! See our photo-album for a sneak preview >
August 2012	08/22/12 Our events page has been revised to reflect programs and activities slated through November, including the Live Bat program with the Organization for Bat Conservation sponsored by Critter Catchers, Inc. - Sat. September 15. Details >
July 2012	07/26/12 It's both hilarious - and practical....a "water-cooler" style devise that small songbirds are bound to congregate around. More info >
	07/25/12 Just received the new "Year Round" suet cake from Pinetree Farms - it's designed not to melt even in the highest temperatures - which is a good thing this year in particular! This is a high energy suet and seed cake - and will help you attract a variety of woodpeckers and other birds. Ingredients: rendered beef suet, cracked corn, peanut pieces, and black oil sunflower seed. Yum! More info >
	07/24/12 Some photos clarify, others help educate. Then there are photographs that simply warm the heart. Check out the latest close-up from Louann McLaren on our "nectar page" >
	07/23/12 When it's this hot - providing a water source for your backyard habitat is essential. We offer a variety of bird baths, cleaning products, brushes, misters and drippers....more info >
June 2012	06/28/12 Our July 2012 "Calendar" newsletter is online! >
	06/19/12 Droll Yankees incorporates Microban antimicrobial protection into several of their bird feeding products during manufacturing to provide continuous antimicrobial protection. Learn more about Droll Yankees tube feeders >
	06/04/12 Back by popular demand: V'Tae Happy Trails - natural insect repellent > 06/03/12 Folks love our focus on American-made merchandise...typically products NOT found in bigger-boxy "stores" like the new Aspects 8 oz. High-View hummingbird feeder >

May 2012	05/30/12 Monarch Butterflies - now available in caterpillar stage....more info >
	05/29/12 Just posted: a new "Louise Notes" - the great American Wild Turkey and sounds of courtship > 05/09/12 Louise inspects the prototype of a new GoodPlanet bird feeder. We pondered what to call it for quite some time before setting on Pagoda Pavilion. The sweeping roof (yet to be added when this picture was captured) has an oriental inspiration. The feeder is a modification of a design that was available back in the 80's & 90's. More info >

	05/08/12 We love it when nice customers share news and information about their recent purchase - case in point: Leon B. took home one of our unique bird houses made from reclaimed barnwood >
	05/05/12 Suet feeders made from recycled plastic are so much easier to keep clean! So when we heard about the new Bird's Choice Heavy Duty Hanging Suet Feeder we got pretty excited! It'll hold those massive 3-lb. suet blocks that are easy on the pocketbook. See more >
	05/05/12 Spotting orioles in your backyard habitat? 'tis the season for orioles' northern migration and you can increase your chances to attract 'em with grape jelly. Seriously. We have a new simple feeder design from Erva Tool that may be just the ticket > Or...how 'bout the blue dish for attracting Bluebirds? >
	05/02/12 When our weekly bird seed delivery arrives we're typically thrilled 'cuz our wonderful customers buy a lot of it. Customers buy tons of it, in fact. And those customers buy tons of our bird seed because they've learned that birds in their backyard habitat like it. The birds like it so much they come back, and delight those of us watching 'em, which is really the point of it all. We appreciate nature and desire to help it sustain itself. The glory of goodness is all around us. So anyway...back to the seed delivery story.....we buy most of our fabulous beak-smacking good bird seed and critter food from the nice folks at the John Van Den Bosch Company - Holland, MI. When their driver, Tom, pulled his rig into our parking lot on Wednesday our jaw dropped as we spotted the wonderful scene emblazoned on the side of the rig. [Enlarged view] "Bring the wonder of Nature right to your window!"

April 2012	04/30/12 Activities and programs scheduled all-the-way thru August are now posted on our "events page" - take a peak...a looksy....a gander! This-a-way >
	04/21/12 Check out the new Droll Yankees "Happy 8" large capacity hummingbird feeder > 04/18/12 We are pleased to announce we now accept American Express credit cards.
	04/11/12 We're excited about some new pieces of Bovano sculpture that we recently ordered from the company founder and venerable road warrior: David Flood. See more on our "gifts" page >
	04/06/12 "Something to crow about" - the latest Louise Notes > 03/31/12 Correction: our program "Rock Painting 101" previously listed on our "events page" for April 28th is actually going to be held Sat. 4/7/12. Sorry for the bum-steer and inaccurate info.
March 2012	03/25/12 We're in-the-news again! The Flint Journal blessed us with a lovely colorful header announcing our April 4th "Make Your Own Kite" program. (Flint Journal page C3) Details >
	03/23/12 Bluebirds are being spotted all over the region - and nice customers like Christine have shared photos of recent sightings (see our photo-album)...also updated the "critter" section of our on-line photo album >
	03/21/12 Sixty years ago it was the break-thru smash hit toy for kids all over America: Silly Putty! So many fun ways to play with it - and boy-o-boy did it ever bounce! Learn more >
	03/20/12 The gift card on our new, lasting memorial gift: the remembrance angel, reads: "Place this in a garden Somewhere near your view So you can watch this angel Sending loving thoughts from you" More info >
	03/18/12 We're thrilled with the potential of many new kids activity and kits recently added. Example: Make.do projects help inspire creative thought. Think back to Christmas holidays - kids tearing thru neatly wrapped gifts - and what strikes their fancy later in the day? The boxes and packaging materials! Now we have a cool product to help leverage this fascination with boxes, and packaging stuff, and recycling >
	03/16/12 Easter approaches and we're delighted with several new titles we've added to our "children's library collection" like photographer Stan Tekiela's new "Some Babies Are Wild" >
	03/15/12 Several new whimsical garden accents arrived this week like this cute, solar featured garden accent: "wishing Fairy" > Garden accents made of stone, steel, and wood - like the playful depiction of "leaf carrying ants" >
	03/14/12 Just added to our nectar page: these artistic and yet functional - these new hand-blown glass butterfly feeders > 02/26/12 Local artist Amy Droste has some new cute little hummingbird feeders we're pleased to feature at JJ Cardinal's this year. What's not to like? Creative, artistic, functional, and made right here in the US of A. More info >
February 2012
	02/25/12 We have a fresh new collection of Laura Jean's Jewelry in popular silver tones. More info > 02/17/12 Some products at JJ's have multiple uses...like the famously durable steel ant mote for hummingbird and nectar feeders by Erva Tool of Chicago, IL (yep...made right here in the greater US of A). Local birding fan Mike Orr shared a fun image he captured showing a spunky little Black-capped Chickadee using the ant mote as it's private birdbath...too small for some of the other neighborhood birds! Take a peak >

	02/11/12 Our focus has always been on quality. We strive to find the best merchandise available, made preferably in the US of A. And thanks to the work of a wonderful craftsman in Atlanta, GA we've just raised the bar! Introducing seriously awesome bird houses and bird feeders by Bill Kincaid. See more: Houses> Feeders> 02/09/12 Some fun new ceramic pieces have arrived from Mudworks artist: Joann Stratakos...pendants, necklaces, honey pots, mugs >

	02/08/12 Our recycled feeder collection has a fun new design to consider: Green Solutions by Backyard Nature Products >
	02/06/12 There is a special place between Owosso and Lansing that Mike drives through each month as he drives to fetch a truck load of NutraSaff. "Gnomes live here," Mike says each time he drives past St. Katherine's Episcopal Church, Williamson, MI. Massive gnarled old oaks provide the canopy over the road...casting deep and massive shadows everywhere. It is one of the stretches of roadway where Mike does not mind reduced speed limits...instinctively turning off the radio and rolling down the windows just a smidgen. "I'm certain Griswold lived here once, and followed me home to Grand Blanc." Griswold >
	02/04/12 Another handy educational tool for bird identification: David Sibley's Backyard Birding Flashcards! Gotta' see 'em >
January 2012	01/16/12 Our 2012 Sunflower Growing Contest was announced on MLive.com this past week. Missed the story? Fear not, our webguy captured the story and posted it in our archive of news clippings >
	01/06/12 Now in stock: Praying Mantis Egg Pods (great for natural insect control) and Giant swallowtail chrysalis ... supplies are limited ... available for late spring 2012 hatching ... includes complete instructions. Giant swallowtails are our largest butterfly with wing spans up to six inches! See our "garden section" >>

	archives of "updates" from: 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003

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