Wells Lions raffle winner

ESCANABA — The $100 winner of the Wells Lions Club’s 52-week raffle for week 44, dated June 1, is Lynn Fennell of Chesterfield, Mich.

Bay Area RC Club to host “Learn to Fly Day”

ESCANABA — The Bay Area RC Club will be hosting a “Learn to Fly Day” today 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.

Swedish Club to meet

RAPID RIVER — This month’s regular meeting of the Swedish Club, which meets on the second Monday of every month, will be held this Monday at Jack’s Restaurant in Rapid River from 6 until 8 p.m. Members share dinner, usually a speaker, Scandinavian heritage, and enjoy conversation.

The Swedish Club will celebrate Mid-Summer in June, a cookout in July and hold a fish fry in August. Spouses are welcome to attend.

The Swedish Club supports the community by donating to charities such as The Salvation Army and provides a scholarship at Bay de Noc Community College.

Guests and new members are always welcome to attend and may contact Philip Nelson at 906-280-5842 or viking16d@gmail.com.

Soo Line monthly meeting

GLADSTONE — The Gladstone Michigan Soo Line Steam Engine No. 730 Authority will have its regular monthly meeting at 4:30 p.m. Monday at 819 Delta Ave, Solid Rock Church. The group will be cleaning the steam engine the same day at 9 a.m., and the public is welcome to join.

All donations are always accepted by the Community Foundation for Delta County, 2420 1st Ave South, Escanaba. Checks can be made out in the care of Soo Line #730.

Anyone in the community interested in joining the group is encouraged to attend its regular meetings on the second Monday of each month. Authority President John Pickard, 906-241-0888, can offer details.

Escanaba Class of ’66 reunion

ESCANABA — The Escanaba High School Class of 1966 meeting will take place Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Escanaba Yacht Club. All classmates are invited to attend. The 60th class reunion has been scheduled 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.

Parkinson Foundation support group meeting

ESCANABA — The Michigan Parkinson Foundation support group for Escanaba and the surrounding areas meets the second Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. The next meeting is Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Community Action Agency, 507 1st Ave. North, Escanaba.

Everyone is welcome to attend — people with Parkinson’s, their families and caregivers. For more information, call Debra Martin at 906-420-2871 or Dianna Lawson at 906-399-3706.

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 beginning at 6 p.m. in the garden.

This year’s Reading Program theme is “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.

Beeks meet

BRAMPTON — The Bay de Noc Beekeeping Club’s next meeting is Saturday, June 10 at 6 p.m.

It will be held at Tom Nebel’s farm in Brampton, which is found at on 27.5 Rd., at the very end of M.5 Rd. Gladstone. The group will be discussing swarm control; all attendees should bring protective gear.

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.

Flag Day breakfast

RAPID RIVER — The American Legion Post 301, whose hall is located at 10584 N. Main St. in Rapid River, is hosting an all-you-can-eat breakfast on Flag Day, June 14, from 8 a.m. to noon. There is a price for adults and a reduced cost for children aged six to 12, while kids under the age of five eat free.

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.

St. Anthony of Padua Church pasty Sale

ESCANABA — St. Anthony of Padua Church is having a pasty sale on June 18 and 19. Pasties can be requested with or without rutabagas. To preorder, call or text Debbie at 906-399-4259.

Pickup will be at St. Anthony & St. Thomas Church at 1820 9th Ave. N. in Escanaba. Delivery is available to Escanaba businesses. Limited extras will be available in late afternoon on both days.

Rock Lions, American Legion Father’s Day breakfast

ROCK — The Rock Lions and American Legion are jointly holding an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet at the Lions Club (14454 M-35) on June 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. Prices apply to people over five years old.

Gladstone American Legion Father’s Day special

GLADSTONE — The Gladstone American Legion Post 71, 802 Delta Ave, Gladstone, will be hosting an all-you-can-eat breakfast on Sunday, June 21 from 9 a.m. to noon. Everyone is welcome to join. Fathers and children age 5 and under eat free.

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.

U.P. Trappers Convention and Outdoor Expo

ESCANABA – The U.P. Trappers Association Convention will take place at the U.P. State Fairgrounds on Friday, July 10 and Saturday, July 11. Two of the largest buildings are full of vendors (plus more outside) selling trapping supplies, tanned furs, guns, knives, crafts and more. There will be mini and can raffles. Expert presenters will share their tips and tricks to improve your trapping and fur-handling skills.

Heimo Korth and his wife Edna from “Mountain Men” will in attendance, as well as the new “Kid’s Build & Adventure Corner.” For information, to volunteer or for vendor space, contact Mary Theoret via (906)-241-6155, mltheoret@gmail.com, visit www.uptrappers.com or the UP Trappers Facebook page.

EHS Class of ’71

The Escanaba High School class of 1971 is holding its 55th reunion this August. Organizers are still trying to get in touch with a number of graduates, specifically the following:

Jerry Anderson, Carol Bernard Tellefson, Carol Forsman Grantham, Mark Good, Linda Groleau, Bonnie Lancour, Donna McCormick, James McDonald, Jean Mott Johnson, Vida Ryynanen, Andrew Simosan, John Strom, Nicholas Troutt, Tom Wellman, Jim Johnson, Dr. Mary Walbridge Vanderveld, Christine DeVos Davis, Paula Anderson Russell.

Aforementioned individuals are requested to please contact 906-280-5271 or psrudden@charter.net.

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.

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 ’81 reunion

ESCANABA — The Escanaba Class of 1981 will be having a 45th reunion on Saturday, Sept. 12. at the Highland Golf Club. Starting out the day will be a golf outing for those who would like to participate. Registration and social will take place from 4 to 6 p.m., and a three meat buffet dinner will take place at 6:30 p.m.. All information is in the class’ Facebook group. Please join Escanaba Class of 1981 group or email eskymosclassof81@gmail.com.

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.

Delta County Historical Society museum, lighthouse open

ESCANABA — The Delta Historical Society museum and the Sand Point Lighthouse are both open for the summer season. Both are open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily until Labor Day.

The archives in the John Beaumier Delta County Historical Society museum are open Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.

For more information, call the museum at 906-789-6790.

West Shore Fishing Museum open for the summer

MENOMINEE — The West Shore Fishing Museum is open for the summer on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. or by appointment through September 6.

The museum’s first event of the season is the annual perennial plant sale this Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. central. Plants for sale will include Siberian Iris, many cultivars of daylilies, Canna and Calla lilies, Rose Campion, Coral Bells and a great variety of other local perennials.

Call 715-923-9756 or contact the museum on Facebook for any further information.

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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