Proceeds will support building the hospital's Community Health Pavilion

SALINE, Mich. – St. Joseph Mercy Saline Hospital will hold its 19th annual Golf Classic on Monday, June 15. The event will take place at the prestigious Travis Pointe Country Club in Ann Arbor.

Proceeds from the Golf Classic will support the hospital's Community Health Pavilion project.

“As a result of the current economy, our community is relying on St. Joe's more than ever to ensure that everyone has access to remarkable medicine and remarkable care,” explains John Herrygers, 2009 Golf Classic chair. “This project will help the hospital meet the growing needs of the community. Your continued support will make a difference.”

Proceeds from the event will support the addition of the 13,000 sq. ft. Community Health Pavilion at the hospital, which will house a clinical laboratory, the state-of-the-art imaging center and a large community room for educational forums and events. The addition, slated to open in October, will also improve access to key areas such as emergency, surgery and inpatient services.

The goal of the event is to raise $125,000 for this important project.

Participants of the Golf Classic are treated to an all-inclusive day of golf at one of the area's finest private courses. Sponsorship opportunities ranging from $500 – 25,000 are available and ticket prices start at $350 per person.

Registration begins at 8 a.m., a clinic with 2008 Michigan PGA Professional of the Year, Mike Areddy, is being held at 9 a.m. and the shotgun start is at 10. Lunch is served on the course and the awards dinner begins at 3:30 p.m.

To participate as a golfer or sponsor, call Susan Hammersmith at 734-712-8684.