Briefs for Thursday, May 28, 2026
Wells Lions raffle winner
ESCANABA — The $100 winner of the Wells Lions Club’s 52-week raffle for week 43, dated May 25, is Sally Way of Wells.
Soo Line Golf Scramble fundraiser
ESCANABA — The fifth annual Gladstone Michigan Soo Line Steam Engine #730 Authority four person 18 hole Golf Scramble will be held today at the Escanaba Country Club. The tournament will have a shotgun start at 11 a.m., with late registration at 10 a.m.
The entry fee includes green fees and dinner. Dinner will be served around 4 p.m., and the public is invited to join. Please call 906-241-0888 ahead of the event if you want to attend the dinner. Raffles and prizes will be featured at the event.
Steak Feed in Gladstone
GLADSTONE — Gladstone American Legion Post 71 will serve a Steak Feed dinner today from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the post hall, 802 Delta Ave.
Post 71 members get a discounted price — must show card. The event is open to the public.
Compassionate Friends to meet
ESCANABA — Anyone who has had a child die in their family is invited to attend a meeting today with the Bay de Noc Chapter of the Compassionate Friends. The meeting is held at 7 p.m. in a third-floor meeting room at the First Presbyterian Church, 819 First Avenue S., in Escanaba.
Compassionate Friends is a nonprofit self-help bereavement support organization for families that have experienced the death of a child, whether it be a son or daughter, sibling, or grandchild. People may learn more about the Compassionate Friends by visiting the national website at www.compassionatefriends.org or calling Neil or Betty at 906-786-0477.
Elmer’s County Market brat sale
ESCANABA — The Escanaba Quarterback Club is hosting the weekly brat sale at Elmer’s County Market on Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds will go to the Veterans picnic, scholarship and football team to support activities.
Vinyl record show at the Landmark Inn
MARQUETTE — A three-day vinyl record show will be held on the 6th floor “Sky Room” of the Landmark Inn, 230 N. Front Street in downtown Marquette on Friday from 5 p.m. to midnight; Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight; and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
New and used vinyl records, CDs, posters, cassettes, books and t-shirts will be available for purchase. For more information, call 906-373-6183 or visit the Facebook event page under “Geoff & Jon’s Record Show.” All are welcome at this free, all-ages event, presented by the NMU Vinyl Record Club.
Escanaba Eagles 1088 breakfast
ESCANABA — The Escanaba Eagles 1088 will be serving breakfast on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. There is plenty of parking in the back.
Those with questions can call 906-786-3451 after 4 p.m.
Bayside Soccer Club community day and color run
ESCANABA — The Bayside Soccer Club will be hosting a community day and color run on Sunday in honor of the club’s 30th anniversary. The event will run from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Bay College soccer fields, with the one mile color run beginning at 3:30 p.m. Community day is free to attend, and the color run requires a registration fee. Free popcorn will be available, as well as a meal of a hot dog, water and chips for purchase.
Color run participants can register in person with cash or a check. Proceeds from the run go to area scholarships, equipment and field improvements. Bring a white t-shirt and eye covering. More information can be found on Bayside’s Facebook at Bayside Soccer or baysidesoccer.net.
Eskymo Fan Club meeting
ESCANABA — The next Eskymo Fan Club meeting is Monday at 6:30 pm in the Library/Media Room at the Escanaba High School.
Veterans group meeting schedule
ESCANABA — Veterans are welcome to attend the American Legion Post 301’s Veterans Group meetings the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. located at their Legion Hall in Rapid River.
Delta Dems to meet
ESCANABA — The Delta Dems will be hosting a speaker at their general meeting on Wednesday, June 3 at the USW Hall, 1201 Sheridan Rd., Escanaba and on Zoom. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m.
As part of Living Our Values, the group is collecting donations for Tri-County Safe Harbor at this meeting. Delta Dems welcomes new members and guests. For more information, contact Delta Dems at their email, deltademsmi@gmail.com or their Facebook page, Facebook.com/MIDeltaDems.
Delta County Republicans meeting
ESCANABA — The Delta County Republicans will be meeting on Thursday, June 4 in the BHAT Building, Room 421 at Bay College in Escanaba. The meeting will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will include discussion of local issues, upcoming events and ways to get involved. The public is welcome to attend.
The Delta County Republicans will also be sponsoring a Flag Day celebration picnic on June 14 at the Veteran’s Memorial Park at U.S. 2 in Powers. The picnic starts at 12 p.m. CST and is a family-centered picnic to celebrate the United States flag. Food will be available as well as games, music and a bake sale.
Bay Sages monthly meeting
ESCANABA — The regular monthly meeting of Bay Sages will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 4 in the Joseph Heirman University Center at Bay College in Escanaba.
This month’s speakers are Chris and Whitney Comps, presenting, “Lavender Farming”. The group will also host their anniversary luncheon. Anyone who has not signed up yet for the luncheon can call or text Jane at 906-280-2790 or email baysages@baycollege.edu. Deadline for reservations is May 26. Payment can be made at the door.
Bay Sages is an organization established to provide educational opportunities for older adults residing in the Delta County area. Guests and new members are always welcome to attend. Food items and monetary donations for the Bay College Food Pantry are gratefully accepted at all meetings.
Bay Area RC Club to host “Learn to Fly Day”
ESCANABA — The Bay Area RC Club will be hosting a “Learn to Fly Day” on Saturday, June 6 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the club’s flying field located six miles west of Escanaba and four miles north of Hyde on County Road 521/533. Follow signs to the field.
Attendees can learn to fly remote control model airplanes at no risk or charge using the club’s dual control systems. For more information, call Dan Brachmann at 906-786-2737 or 906-280-7105.
Friends of Escanaba Library Ice Cream Social
ESCANABA — The Escanaba Public Library will kick off the Summer Reading Challenge at the Friends of the Library’s annual Ice Cream Social on Wednesday, June 10 beginning at 6 p.m. in the garden.
This year’s theme for the Reading Program will be “Unearth a Story”. Registration, which is open to youth and teens, will be available at the event.
Attendees will enjoy cupcakes and ice cream that will be served while enjoying music provided by the Escanaba City Band. Please be sure to bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on as very limited seating is provided.
Prior to the Social, a used book sale will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. in the foyer of City Hall.
MARSP meeting
MENOMINEE – The Menominee County Chapter of the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) will meet Thursday, June 11 at the Little Nugget Clubhouse on East County Rd. 338, Carbondale, Mich.
Registration is at 11 a.m. CDT with the lunch served at 11:30 a.m. CDT. On the menu is an Italian dinner. The program will include a memorial service. A short business meeting will also take place. If you are able, please bring a school supply donation for the Back to School Bash.
For late reservations or cancellations, members should call Linda Linczeski at 906-863-8892 or e-mail her at llinczeski@hotmail.com.
Dance in Rock
ROCK — A dance will be held at the Rock Community/Senior Center, located at 3892 West Mapleridge Road, on June 14 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Live music will be performed by the Ghost Riders. Lunch will be served. Proceeds benefit the senior corporation. For more information, call Lucy at 906-356-6459.
U.P. Steam & Gas Engine Antique Village
ESCANABA — The U.P. Steam & Gas Engine Association’s Antique Village will be offering two sewing classes on Thursdays in June (4, 11, 18 and 25). Adults and children aged nine and up are welcome.
Four one-hour classes will be offered — level one is for beginners, and level two is intermediate. Both levels meet for an hour on each Thursday and will be offered concurrently at 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. EDT.
To register for classes or ask questions, call Larry Klope at 906-280-8578. Outlines of class topics area available on the U.P. Steam and Gas Engine Association website, www.upsteamandgasengine.org.
Pet supply drive
ESCANABA — Menards is serving as a drop site for donations of pet supplies — food, treats, feeders, collars, beds and more — that will be donated to the Humane Association. A collection box will be near the exit doors of the Escanaba store at 3300 Ludington St. until May 31.
Gladstone Class of ’76 reunion
GLADSTONE – The Gladstone High School Class of 1976 will be holding their 50th High school class reunion July 2 at the Gladstone Golf club. Please refer to the class’ facebook page for more details: GHS Class of 1976 Reunion.
The class is also looking for addresses or emails of some of the classmates that they have been unable to find. If you have this information for anyone listed below, please email Kathy (Sullivan) Elliott at buck7357@yahoo.com.
Looking for: Joanne Besson, Dick Boden, Debbie Charles, Joan D’Amour, Ed Erickson, Sally Harris, Shelia Leach, Mary Brown Lomax, Sue MacGillis, Barb McCarthy, Sue Menard, Lynn Reilly, Alan Scholtz, Fran Groos Swift, Nancy Wellman, Mike Hillman and Jeanne Dehlin Lalich.
Emerald Chase track fundraiser
MANISTIQUE — During Folk Fest weekend, the Emerald Chase 5K and 10K Run/Walk that takes place at the boardwalk on July 11 is raising funds for the Manistique High School girls’ varsity track and field team.
Early registration with a discounted rate is available until May 31. The price increases on June 1.
Medals will be presented to top finishers.
Local businesses and community supporters are event partners.
Racers may visit EmeraldsTrack.com/5K to register; prospective sponsors may contact emason@manistiqueschools.org.
Escanaba Class of ’66 reunion
ESCANABA — The Escanaba High School Class of 1966 has scheduled its 60th reunion for August 20 at the Highland Golf Course starting at 5 p.m. with more events planned. Come as you are — all are welcome!
Deadline to register is August 15. For more information and registration, please contact Chris Duncan at 906-420-0292 or Tom Brayak at 906-280-8696.
Holy Name Class of ’66 reunion
ESCANABA — The Holy Name Class of 1966 has scheduled its 60th reunion for Sept. 12 at the Escanaba Elks Club starting at 4 p.m.
There is a fee per person to attend. Everyone is welcome. Those with questions can text Patti at 906-280-1484. More information can be found on the Holy Name Class of 1966 Facebook page.
Escanaba Class of ’76 reunion
ESCANABA — The Escanaba High School Class of 1976 has scheduled its 50th reunion for Sept. 26 at the Highland Golf Course. A schedule of events for the weekend and registration materials will be provided on the class Facebook page, Escanaba Class of 1976, or by email.
Class members are encouraged to join the Facebook page or send an email requesting information to eskyclassof76@gmail.com. To have information mailed, call or text Pat Rudden at 906-280-1789.
A schedule of events will be provided on the Facebook page closer to the reunion date.
American Legion post collecting unserviceable flags
GLADSTONE — American Legion Post 71, 802 Delta Ave. in Gladstone, is currently collecting damaged, unserviceable flags for proper disposal (container/post box located outside of post).
In Honor of USA 250 Project, the post is hoping to collect 250 flags before their “Dignified Disposal of Unserviceable Flags” on Flag Day, June 14 at the post Delta County Veterans Park. Refreshments will be served. If you live in Escanaba, you can drop the flags off at 2516 1st Ave S., near or in the mail box. Flags can also be brought to the ceremony. Questions may be directed to Sandy at 702-340-567.
Donations sought for book sale
ESCANABA — The Delta County League of Women Voters is looking for donations of books, audio books, DVDs and music CDs to be sold at its annual book sale at the Waterfront Art Festival. Funds from the sale are used to publish Voter Guides and for other voter services.
Donated materials should be no more than 10 years old and in good condition. The league is not able to accept and store large quantities of books and requests the books meet the donation criteria.
Large print books are often requested. Books can be delivered during normal business hours to the Ludington Centre, 1112 Ludington St. Donors are asked to use the 11th Street entrance, Suite 208, and look for the league’s sign. For pick-up, call Pat Rudden at 906-280-1789.
Delta County Cancer Alliance seeks Donations
ESCANABA — The Delta County Cancer Alliance (DCCA) is in need of bed pads. Many of the DCCA’s clients who are going through cancer treatments appreciate the convenience of using bed pads for comfort and cleanliness at a very challenging time. The DCCA will accept donations at their office, 3430 Ludington St, Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Delta Animal Shelter requests donations
ESCANABA — The Delta Animal Shelter is in need of the following donations: Purina Cat Chow (blue bag), Purina Kitten Chow (yellow bag), NutriSource chicken/rice dog food, Purina One chicken/rice dog food, canned dog food, canned cat/kitten food, soft dog treats, scoopable cat litter, clay cat litter, bleach, liquid Lysol, paper towels, dish soap, garbage bags, power laundry detergent, hand sanitizer, dog collars/leashes, rabbit food and hay.
Monetary donations would be exceptionally helpful, especially with the amount of medical and police cases. Donations can be dropped off at the shelter, 6975 County Road 426, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday or outside the building in the donation box.
Gladstone church offers clothing
GLADSTONE — The Memorial United Methodist Church, 1920 Lake Shore Drive in Gladstone, has a free clothes closet with coats, and shoes available in most sizes. Hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays or by appointment by calling 906-428-9311. Donations are also accepted.
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