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Grace church hosts
community event
GLADSTONE – Grace Church is again hosting its Back 2 School Bash on Sunday, July 31, from noon until 3 p.m. at Van Cleve Park.
Food and games are on tap, and backpacks filled with school supplies will be distributed to children attending the event.
The event, according to Pastor Paul Culbertson, is Grace’s way to give back to the community.
For more information, call the church at 428-1331.
DAV holds meeting
ESCANABA – The next scheduled meeting for the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 24 will be on Monday, Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. at the Military Order of the Purple Heart building, 1202 Sheridan Road.
All disabled veterans are welcome. Anyone with questions should call Commander William Porath at (906)280-0455.
Rapid River hosts
market on Wednesdays
RAPID RIVER – A farmers’ market sponsored by the Rapid River Business Association takes place each Wednesday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Rapid River Lions Club parking lot on Main Street.
Eagles serve breakfast
ESCANABA – The Escanaba Eagles 1088 will be serving their fifth Sunday breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 31 at the Eagles Hall at 608 Ludington St.
Menu items will include scrambled eggs, sausage, ham, toast, hash browns, pancakes, french toast, coffee, milk, orange juice and more.
Cost of the breakfast is $7 for adults and children five to twelve are $3.
For more information, call the Eagles Club at 786-3451.
Tent revival planned
in Bark River
BARK RIVER – An old-fashioned tent revival meeting will be in Bark River at the park from Sunday, July 31, through Friday, Aug. 5. The Sunday service starts at 10:30 a.m. and all other services are at 7 p.m., with meals following.
For more information and a ride, call (906)250-2944.
Christmas In July is
at Immanuel Lutheran
ESCANABA – Immanuel Lutheran Church in Escanaba is hosting a Christmas in July celebration. A bake sale offering cupcakes, cookies and bars is planned for today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds from the bake sale will support work providing disaster relief and fighting world hunger.
The Sunday worship service at 10:30 a.m. on July 31 will feature carols, Christmas treats and musical offerings by Travis Dubord, Macy Neumeier, Eli Mai and others.
Immanuel Lutheran Church is located at 600 S. Lincoln Road. Call Kelli V. at 399-3004 with questions.
Mill retirees to
plan picnic
ESCANABA – The Mill Retirees group will have a picnic on Thursday, Aug. 4, at 10 a.m. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to pass: A – I, salad; J – R, dessert; S – Z, hot dish.
There will be a 50/50 drawing.
All mill retirees are invited to attend. The group meets the first Wednesday of every month.
For more information, contact Richard at 786-0153.
Public Health clinics
set for Aug. 1 – 5
ESCANABA – The health clinic schedule at Public Health of Delta County for the week of Aug. 1 – 5 includes
Monday – WIC
Tuesday – Late Night Family Planning; Late Night Immunizations
Wednesday -Late Night WIC; BCCCP
Thursday – No clinics scheduled
Friday – WIC; Family Planning
All clients are seen by appointment only. Evening and Saturday appointments are available for some clinics. Anonymous HIV/AIDS testing and counseling is also available.
In Delta County, call 786-4111 about any of these services, and in Menominee County, call (906)863-4451.
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Fish on menu in Perkins
PERKINS – An all-you-can-eat fish fry is planned for Friday, Aug. 5, at St. Joseph Parish in Perkins from 5 to 7 p.m. The cost for adults is $12, and for children 12 and under, the cost is $4. Children under 4 eat free. The dinner includes whitefish and all the trimmings.
Grace Church hosts
special speaker
GLADSTONE – Rose Nsenga will speak at Grace Church on Sunday, Aug 7, at 7 p.m. She will share how receiving a shoe box through Operation Christmas Child impacted her life. The presentation is part of a special service and is open to the public. For more information, call Luanne Lundquist at 280-3584 or Sue Royer at 399-2893.
American Legion meets
RAPID RIVER – The Rapid River American Legion meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. The next meeting is Aug. 2.
Opportunity offered
to save memories
ESCANABA – OSF Hospice is offering the “Life Memories” program. The Life Memories program allows OSF Hospice patients who are in the final stages of life the opportunity to relive and relate their memories for their loved ones. Volunteers conduct the person’s “life story” interviews and record them to DVD. The program is a free service to their patients and their families. All information is kept confidential. Those interested in participating should contact OSF Hospice at 786-3915.
Concert series
continues in Rock
ROCK – A summer concert series is taking place in Rock from 6:30 to 8:30 on Wednesday evenings at the gazebo across from the Rock Post Office. Corey, Brendan and Chasey Williams are scheduled to perform on Aug. 3. Generations Band will be on stage on Aug. 10, and the series will conclude with a community street dance on Aug. 17.
Attendees are reminded to bring their lawn chairs. Refreshments will be available.
League of Women
Voters seeks donations
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 in August.
Funds from the annual 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. They can be delivered to Pat Rudden at Northern Michigan Bank & Trust, 1921 3rd Ave N , or call her at 280-1789 for pick up.
Reunion meeting held
ESCANABA – A reunion meeting will be held Monday, Aug. 1, at 6 p.m. at Ferdinands Restaurant for the Escanaba High School Class of 1966’S 50th class reunion being held Aug. 12 and Aug. 13. All classmates are invited to attend. Contact Sheryl Houle at (906)786-0681 with any questions.
First Presbyterian
hosts Sunday breakfast
ESCANABA – The youth of the First Presbyterian Church will serve “Breakfast for a Buck” every Sunday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. The menu includes pancakes, bacon and hot coffee. The church, which is ADA-accessible, is located at 9th Street and 1st Avenue South.
SERA plans meeting
ESCANABA – The Upper Peninsula Chapter 16 of the State Employee Retirement Association will hold its August meeting and member luncheon at the State Office building conference room at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 1.
Retirees will also meet for the September luncheon and “Meet the Candidates” on Monday, Sept. 12, at the Highland Gold Club. Luncheon will start at noon.
Reservations for the luncheon can be made by calling Frank Berres at 786-2965 or Arlene Paulson at 786-7199.
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Seniors can travel to
Blueberry Festival
GLADSTONE – The Gladstone Senior Citizens Non-profit Corporation is sponsoring a trip to the Marquette Blueberry Festival on Friday, July 29. The bus will leave from the Gladstone Senior Center at 8:30 a.m. and leave from Marquette to return at 2 p.m. Downtown Marquette, Washington and Front Streets are the site of the annual Blueberry Festival, where items such as blueberry beer and blueberry pizza may be found. Bands and other entertainment will fill the streets.
Call Donna Aird at 420-2730 or 428-3844 to sign up.
Frost wins $100
WELLS – Tammy Frost of Escanaba won $100 in the week three drawing of the Wells Lions 52 club raffle.
Children’s Pre-K and K
screenings available
ESCANABA – Public Health, Delta and Menominee Counties is offering kindergarten and preschool screenings for children ages 3 – 5 registered for fall classes.
State law mandates specific hearing/vision requirements for children prior to entering kindergarten or preschool. Hearing and vision screening is provided free.
Clinics are scheduled in Menominee on Tuesday, Aug. 9, and in Escanaba on Tuesday, Aug. 23. Call for an appointment at 786-4111 in Escanaba or 863-4451 in Menominee.
Old World Christmas
seeks crafters
MENOMINEE – Organizers of Menominee’s Old World Christmas market are seeking artisans who hand produce merchandise traditionally found at Europe’s Christmas markets.
The market is looking for makers of hand-carved German nutcrackers and incense burners, Swedish dala horses and felt ornaments, Ukrainian decorated eggs (pysanky), Russian nesting dolls, Scandinavian straw ornaments, Delft ornaments from Holland, or other items from the Old World or other parts of the globe.
A project of the Menominee County Farm & Food exchange, which also hosts a Saturday farm market, the Christmas market is in its third year. In 2015, the event drew 1,200 shoppers.
This year, the Christmas market is set for Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the VFW, 3937 10th St. /Highway 41, on the north side of Menominee.
Applications for the Christmas market are now available.
More information may be obtained by emailing event organizers at menomineexmasmarket@hotmail.com, or by accessing the event’s Facebook Page (Menominee Christmas Market). Photographs of hand-created merchandise must accompany all applications.
Hospital Auxiliary
offers shoe sale
ESCANABA – OSF St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary members will hold a footwear sale on Tuesday, Aug. 2, in the OSF St. Francis Hospital second-floor lobby from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
More than 100 styles, including Adidas, Asics, Dankso, Reebok, Sperry and more, will be available.
The public is invited. Money raised is used for new patient equipment and services at OSF St. Francis hospital.
Youth shooting program
held Saturday
ESCANABA – This summer’s youth shooting program through the Great Lakes Sports and Recreation Club, 211 19th Ave. N., takes place on Saturday, July 30. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., and there is a mandatory safety briefing at 9 a.m.
All programs are free, and lunch is provided. Everyone shooting is one-on-one with a certified instructor. Youth 5- through 18-years-old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Time permitting, participants can experience shooting archery, 22 rifles, and 20-gauge or 12-gauge shotguns.
For more information, call Russ and Mary Nelson at 786-4742 or Jerry and Sherry Petersen at 786-4525.
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Class of ’66 announces
reunion schedule
ESCANABA – The Escanaba Class of 1966 50th reunion activities include the following:
Friday, Aug. 12
Noon – Tour of the remodeled high school and Upper Elementary School Contact Mike Riegel at 906-789-7042 for reservations.
7 p.m. – An informal social gathering at Stupak Law Office, 205 Ludington St., use rear entrance.
Saturday, Aug. 13
Reunion gathering at Terrace Bay Inn, U.S. 2:
4:30 to 6 p.m. – Registration and socializing
6:30 to 7:30 – Dinner with music by Phil Olero
9 to 11 – Dancing with music by Phil Olero
For more information, contact Sheryl Houle at 786-0681 slhoule66@gmail.com.
American Legion
Post 115 meets
FLAT ROCK – The regular meeting of the Escanaba River American Legion Post 115 and Auxiliary will be at the Escanaba Township Hall at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 3.
Eagles serve breakfast
ESCANABA – The Escanaba Eagles 1088 will be serving their fifth Sunday breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 31 at the Eagles Hall at 608 Ludington St.
Menu items will include scrambled eggs, sausage, ham, toast, hash browns, pancakes, french toast, coffee, milk, orange juice and more.
Cost of the breakfast is $7 for adults and children five to twelve are $3.
For more information, call the Eagles Club at 786-3451.
DAV holds meeting
ESCANABA – The next scheduled meeting for the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 24 will be on Monday, Aug. 1, at 7 p.m. at the Military Order of the Purple Heart building, 1202 Sheridan Road.
All disabled veterans are welcome. Anyone with questions should call Commander William Porath at (906)280-0455.
Memorial Relic Ride
on tap for Aug. 6
RAPID RIVER – The eighth annual Jim Kennedy Memorial Relic Ride will be on Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Masonville Township Park, by the ball field. Registration is from 9 a.m. until noon. The ride will leave Township Park at 12:30 p.m.
Individuals with vintage items, such as snowmobiles, scooters, and motorcycles are encouraged to display them in the park.
For more information, contact Joann at (906)428-2675 or David at (906)280-6630.
Grace church hosts
community event
GLADSTONE – Grace Church is again hosting its Back 2 School Bash on Sunday, July 31, from noon until 3 p.m. at Van Cleve Park.
Food and games are on tap, and backpacks filled with school supplies will be distributed to children attending the event.
The event, according to Pastor Paul Culbertson, is Grace’s way to give back to the community.
For more information, call the church at 428-1331.
MARSP meets to hear
about education issues
GLADSTONE – The Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel will hold its August meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 2, at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Gladstone. Dinner will be a salad and dessert buffet at a cost of $12.
A short informational meeting will start at noon, with lunch to follow.
Senator Tom Casperson and Representative Ed McBroom have been invited to speak regarding current issues that pertain to education. A memorial service for members who have passed away during the last school year will also be conducted.
Registrations to attend are due by Thursday evening, July 28.
Cancellations are due by Sunday evening, July 31, by calling Bev Warren at 474-6408. Members not currently on a calling list may use the same number to register if they would like to attend.
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Concerts presented in
Rock on Wednesdays
ROCK – A summer concert series is taking place in Rock from 6:30 to 8:30 on Wednesday evenings at the gazebo across from the Rock Post Office. This Wednesday’s performance is by Lil’ Bit O’ Outlaw with the Fosters. Attendees are reminded to bring their lawn chairs.
Refreshments will be available.
Veterans service officer
visits Hermansville
HERMANSVILLE – Mike Dellisse, Menominee County veterans service officer, will hold office hours at the Floriano-Stecker-Kelly American Legion Post 340 of Hermansville on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Veterans and widows who need assistance with V.A. matters, should see Dellisse. He’s available to help.
Purple Heart 1976
meeting Thursday
ESCANABA – The Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH) Chapter 1976 will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 28, at the clubhouse building, 1201 Sheridan Road. The MOPH is for all military veterans who sustained combat wounds during their service to the country.
For details, contact Dennis Grall at 789-9005 or Grant Heslip 789-1337.
Church hosts Family Night
and Christian Closet
ESCANABA – The Christian Closet will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Wednesday, Aug. 3. Clothes, non-perishable food, and household items available at no cost. The Closet is located at the Church of Christ, 5079 18th Road.
Coloring the Gospel of John takes place during Family Night every Wednesday. Supper starts at 5:30 p.m., and activities begin at 6. The public is invited.
American Legion meets
ESCANABA – Cloverland American Legion Post 82 will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 2, at 6:30 p.m. at the Purple Heart Building, 1202 Sheridan Road.
Blacksmith works
at Heritage Crafts Day
MENOMINEE – The rich history of 19th and 20th century will come alive on Sunday, July 31, from 1 to 4 p.m. (CDT) at West Shore Fishing Museum. Heritage Crafts Day will showcase artisans and volunteers demonstrating skills and practices of bygone eras, including blacksmith George Potvin of 10 Mile Creek Forge in Bark River. Curt Williams will display a 1931 Model A snowmobile used for ice fishing. Area wood carvers will demonstrate and sell hand carved items. In the boat display area, Lewis Palm will mend fishing nets.
Shirley Pisani of Riverstone Healing Arts will make organic lotions and balms and sell handmade soap. Tim and Faye Presley, Skandia, will demonstrate old-fashioned sauerkraut preparation. Susan Bork and friends will spin wool yarn; Marlene Williams and Judy Neal will crochet, and Eileen Behrend will churn butter.
Kathy Coppock will help visitors create unique garden art from vintage dishes. For $10, participants will have access to all elements needed to make and take home a unique garden decoration. Perennial plants from the museum gardens are for sale, and the Welcome Center Gift Shop offers many vintage treasures.
This event and the West Shore Fishing Museum celebrate life on Green Bay waters in the 19th and 20th centuries, focusing on commercial fishing, a major industry in the region. The restored Bailey home, exhibit buildings, commercial fishing boat displays, gardens, and nature trails provide a pleasant and relaxing step back into local history. Light refreshments will be available.
The museum operates on donations; there is no admission or parking charge.
It is located off Highway M-35 at Bailey Park, 15 miles north of Menominee or 7 miles south of Cedar River. Drive into Bailey Park to enter the museum grounds.
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AAUW gathers at
Heritage Center
HANNAHVILLE- On Thursday, Aug. 11, the Hannahville Indian Community will host the Escanaba Area Branch of American Association of University Women (AAUW). AAUW members and their guests will gather at 11 a.m. at Hannahville’s Heritage Center to explore and learn about Native American culture. Earl Meshigaud, director of Potawatomi culture, language and history will begin the day with a special presentation.
The group will then tour the Heritage Center, which houses many artifacts. A traditional Native American themed lunch will be prepared by Vicki Dowd, cultural leader. She will also share selected Native American women’s teachings.
Carol Bergquist is in charge of arrangements. The event is open to AAUW members, their guests and interested others. Reservations are required and may be made by calling 786-3415 no later than Saturday, Aug. 6.
Founded in 1881, AAUW is open to men and women holding an associate’s degree or higher, including an RN degree. It promotes gender equity and life-ling learning. For more information about AAUW, call (906)474-6545.
Reunion meeting held
ESCANABA – A reunion meeting will be held Monday, Aug. 1, at 6 p.m. at Ferdinands Restaurant for the Escanaba High School Class of 1966’S 50th class reunion being held Aug. 12 and Aug. 13. All classmates are invited to attend.
Contact Sheryl Houle at 906-786-0681 with any questions.
Mobile food pantries
stops in Rapid River
ESCANABA – This July, Feeding America West Michigan will send mobile food pantries to communities in the Upper Peninsula. The distributions will provide 87,500 pounds of food, or 73,000 meals, to people in need.
On Wednesday, July 27, the pantry will be at the Rapid River High School, 10070 Highway 2, at 10 a.m.
While no proof of income is required at the distributions, clients will be asked to sign a statement affirming that they are in need.
In order to help people in need find mobile pantries more easily, Feeding America West Michigan unveiled a public Mobile Pantry calendar on its website at the beginning of June. The calendar lists distribution dates and locations for the Upper Peninsula and the western third of the Lower Peninsula.
New farmers’ market
opens in Isabella
ISABELLA – Vendors are wanted for the opening of a new farmers market on Friday, July 29, from 4 to 6 p.m. located in the historic Isabella Community Hall. The hall is located off Hwy. U.S. 2 on County Road 495 in Isabella.
Call Gloria at 644-2478 or Mary at (906)630-7542 for details.
Nahma Historical
Society plans meeting
NAHMA – The Nahma Township Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 26, at 7 p.m. at the historical museum. Final plans will be made for the 12th annual Senior Recognition Tea that will be Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Isabella Grange Community Hall.
All members and interested persons are encouraged to attend. For further information, call 786-7766 or 644-2758.
MADD seeks volunteers
ESCANABA – Volunteers are needed for MADD. Opportunities are available for those interested in volunteering a couple of times a year or a couple of times a week. There are a wide variety of opportunities to match interests and expertise. Some options include speaking, answering the help-line calls, organizing victim impact panels, mailing information or just displaying MADD red ribbons.
To get started, email betsy.harris@madd.org or call (906)474-9346.
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Bergman speaks at
Escanaba Amvets
ESCANABA – Retired Lt. General Jack Bergman, running for Michigan’s 1st Congressional District, will have a meet and greet at the AMVETS Post 123 in Escanaba on Thursday, July 28, starting at 4 p.m.
Grace church hosts
community event
GLADSTONE – Grace Church is again hosting its Back 2 School Bash on Sunday, July 31, from noon until 3 p.m. at Van Cleve Park.
Food and games are on tap, and backpacks filled with school supplies will be distributed to children attending the event.
The event, according to Pastor Paul Culbertson, is Grace’s way to give back to the community.
For more information, call the church at 428-1331.
Children’s Pre-K and K
screenings available
ESCANABA – Public Health, Delta and Menominee Counties is offering kindergarten and preschool screenings for children ages 3 – 5 registered for fall classes.
State law mandates specific hearing/vision requirements for children prior to entering kindergarten or preschool. Hearing and vision screening is provided free.
Clinics are scheduled in Menominee on Tuesday, Aug. 9, and in Escanaba on Tuesday, Aug. 23.
Call for an appointment at 786-4111 in Escanaba or 863-4451 in Menominee.
Concert on tap in Rock
ROCK – A summer concert series is taking place in Rock from 6:30 to 8:30 on Wednesday evenings at the gazebo across from the Rock Post Office. This Wednesday’s performance is by Lil’ Bit O’ Outlaw with the Fosters. Attendees are reminded to bring their lawn chairs.
Refreshments will be available.
Gladstone Legion cooks
Croatian chicken
GLADSTONE – The American Legion Post 71 Gladstone will be having a Croatian chicken dinner on Sunday, July 24, from 3 to 6 p.m. The cost is $7 for a half chicken and $14 for a whole chicken, which also includes potato, coleslaw, dinner roll and dessert.
Call 428-1050 to sign up.
Radio Control Float/Fly
planned for Sunday
ESCANABA – Bay Area R/C Club presents the Radio Control Float/Fly on Sunday, July 24, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Radio control airplanes and helicopters will be displayed and flown throughout the day.
The event will take place at Ludington Park between the boat docks and the bridge.
For more information contact Dan Brachmann at 786-2737 or (906)280-7105.
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Rapid River hosts
market on Wednesdays
RAPID RIVER – A farmers’ market sponsored by the Rapid River Business Association takes place each Wednesday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Rapid River Lions Club parking lot on Main Street.
Legion cooks Croatian
chicken Sunday
GLADSTONE – The American Legion Post 71 Gladstone will be having a Croatian chicken dinner on Sunday, July 24, from 3 to 6 p.m. The cost is $7 for a half chicken and $14 for a whole chicken, which also includes potato, coleslaw, dinner roll and dessert. Call 428-1050 to sign up.
Nahma Historical
Society meets
NAHMA – The Nahma Township Historical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 26, at 7 p.m. at the historical museum. Final plans will be made for the 12th annual Senior Recognition Tea that will be Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Isabella Grange Community Hall, and signing up to work at the museum during the months of July and August. All members and interested persons are encouraged to attend. For further information, call 786-7766 or 644-2758.
American Legion holds
monthly meeting
RAPID RIVER – The Rapid River American Legion meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. The next meeting is Aug. 2.
SERA meets
ESCANABA – The Upper Peninsula Chapter 16 of the State Employee Retirement Association will hold its August meeting and member luncheon at the State Office building conference room at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 1.
Retirees will also meet for the September luncheon and “Meet the Candidates” on Monday, Sept. 12, at the Highland Gold Club. Luncheon will start at noon. Reservations for the luncheon can be made by calling Frank Berres at 786-2965 or Arlene Paulson at 786-7199.
Church packs shoe
boxes for needy children
GLADSTONE – The Summer Mission Project will pack shoe boxes on Sunday, Aug. 7, at 4 p.m. at Grace Church in Gladstone.
Start collecting items and bring these things to Grace Church, 528 28th St., from Aug. 1 to 5, and then join them for the packing party to fill shoe boxes.
The group is hoping to pack 1,300 shoe boxes. Suggested items for inclusion are bars of unscented soap, wrapped in a new washcloth in a ziplock plastic bag; small stuffed toys with all tags cut off, including the butt tags but no pigs; small note pads with some pencils, sharpener, erasers, etc. in a ziplock plastic bag; boxes of crayons; combs, hairbrushes, hair-ties; toothbrushes but no toothpaste; flip-flops in a variety of sizes; pairs of underwear including plain t-shirts for boys and girls; and extra items for fillers. No items with religious symbols, candy, glass, or any liquids can be included.
The cost to ship the shoe boxes is $7 each.
Shoe boxes are brought to the children in refugee camps by pastors and missionaries working there, along side Samaritan’s Purse and other ministry volunteers.
Summer story hour
held in Gladstone
GLADSTONE – The Gladstone School and Public Library will host a closing summer story hour on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Saturday sundae making
available in Isabella
ISABELLA A fundraising ice cream social is planned for Saturday, July 23, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Isabella Community Hall. Many topping will be available to create a sundae. The cost is $3 per sundae. the event also will have raffle tickets on sale at six chances/$5 for two baskets. A 50/50 drawing and a door prizes are also included.
All proceeds and donations go to fund restoration projects for the historic 104-year-old community hall.
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MARSP meets
GLADSTONE – The Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel will hold its August meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 2, at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Gladstone. Dinner will be a salad and dessert buffet at a cost of $12.
A short informational meeting will start at noon, with lunch to follow. Senator Tom Casperson and Representative Ed McBroom have been invited to speak regarding current issues that pertain to education. A memorial service for members who have passed away during the last school year will also be conducted.
Registrations to attend are due by Thursday evening, July 28.
Cancellations are due by Sunday evening, July 31, by calling Bev Warren at 474-6408. Members not currently on a calling list may use the same number to register if they would like to attend.
Immanuel Lutheran
hosts Christmas In July
ESCANABA – Immanuel Lutheran Church in Escanaba is hosting a Christmas in July celebration. A bake sale offering cupcakes, cookies and bars is planned for Saturday, July 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds from the bake sale will support work providing disaster relief and fighting world hunger.
The Sunday worship service at 10:30 a.m. on July 31 will feature carols, Christmas treats and musical offerings by Travis Dubord, Macy Neumeier, Eli Mai and others.
Immanuel Lutheran Church is located at 600 S. Lincoln Road. Call Kelli V. at 399-3004 with questions.
Lighthouse and Museum
open for summer
ESCANABA – The Sand Point Lighthouse and the Delta County Historical Museum are open every day during the summer from Memorial Day through Labor Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The admission charge of $3 for adults, $1 for children, and $5 for families admits visitors to both buildings. The lighthouse and museum are located on Sand Point, Ludington Park, Escanaba.
In addition, the Delta County Historical Society Archives will be open to the public during the summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day). Hours are 1 to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when national holidays occur on weekdays. The Archives is located in the Dr. John Beaumier Historical Building along with the museum. There is no charge to use the Archives though donations are always welcome.
For more information, contact the Delta County Historical Society at 789-6790.
Veterans service
officer announces hours
HERMANSVILLE – Mike Dellisse, Menominee County veterans service officer, will hold office hours at the Floriano-Stecker-Kelly American Legion Post 340 of Hermansville on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. Veterans and widows who need assistance with V.A. matters, should see Dellisse. He’s available to help.
Activity passes
available for parks
ESCANABA – Both the Escanaba Library and The Gladstone School and Public Library are participating in the Michigan Activity Pass program. The Michigan Activity Pass program is a component of MI Big Green Gym, a partnership between Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, MRPA and the DNR that encourages Michigan residents to use the state’s parks and recreation facilities to increase physical activity. The Michigan Activity Pass lets library cardholders print a pass, either from home or at their local library, that is valid for a one-time entry good for up to one week from time of printing into any Michigan state park or recreation area and more than 100 participating cultural institutions, including many museums.
For more information on the Michigan Activity Pass, including a complete list of supported venues and participating libraries, visit michiganactivitypass.info or call the libraries.
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Hospital Auxiliary
offers shoe sale
ESCANABA – OSF St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary members will hold a footwear sale on Tuesday, Aug. 2, in the OSF St. Francis Hospital second-floor lobby from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
More than 100 styles, including Adidas, Asics, Dankso, Reebok, Sperry and more, will be available.
The public is invited. Money raised is used for new patient equipment and services at OSF St. Francis hospital.
New group plans
picnic Aug. 6
ESCANABA – In an effort to bring foster, adoptive, and kinship parents together in Delta County, The Delta County Foster, Adoptive, and Kinship Association has been launched. The association is having a picnic on Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Besse Park from noon to 5 p.m.
The group meets the second Tuesday of every month to provide support, training, activities and fundraising for local foster and adoptive parents.
Membership is open to the public, and one is not required to be a foster, adoptive or kinship parent. The only requirement is a passion for helping families and children in the area.
For more information, contact Sarah Cantrell at (906)553-2118 or email at deltacofoster@yahoo.com.
Senior Commodity
scheduled for tomorrow
ESCANABA – The monthly Senior Commodity program (CSFP) will be held on Thursday, July 21, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Ruth Butler Building at the UP State Fairgrounds.
The Senior Commodities will be distributed as usual on the third Thursday with a double box. There will be NO distribution in August.
For questions or additional information, call the Escanaba Senior Center at 786-8850.
Youth have opportunity
to try shooting
ESCANABA – This summer’s youth shooting program through the Great Lakes Sports and Recreation Club, 211 19th Ave. N., takes place on Saturday, July 23, and July 30. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., and there is a mandatory safety briefing at 9 a.m.
All programs are free, and lunch is provided. Everyone shooting is one-on-one with a certified instructor. Youth 5- through 18-years-old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Time permitting, participants can experience shooting archery, 22 rifles, and 20 gauge or 12 gauge shotguns.
For more information, call Russ and Mary Nelson at 786-4742 or Jerry and Sherry Petersen at 786-4525.
Chenier wins $100
WELLS – The winner of week two of the Wells Lions 52 club raffle is Yvonne Chenier of Escanaba, winning $100.
Summer story hour
held in Gladstone
GLADSTONE – The Gladstone School and Public Library will host a closing summer story hour on Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Nahma historians host
senior recognition tea
NAHMA The Nahma Township Historical Society will host its 12th annual Senior Recognition Tea at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6, at the Isabella Grange Hall. This event pays tribute to seniors who are at least 80 years of age who were born/raised in Nahma township or are currently residing there.
The program will include individual memory accounts of life in Nahma township (Nahma, Isabella and St. Jacques).
The group will reminisce about the old stores of the township and growing up without a Wal-Mart or Elmer’s. They will also share memories about the Grange Hall with “No Shimmie Allowed.” The program will conclude with a sing-a-long and refreshments.
The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. For further information, call Dani at 644-4004 or 786-7766.
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Mobile food pantry
makes local stops
ESCANABA – This July, Feeding America West Michigan will send mobile food pantries to communities in the Upper Peninsula. The distributions will provide 87,500 pounds of food, or 73,000 meals, to people in need.
Local stops are on Wednesday, July 20, at Webster Elementary, 1213 N 19th St., Escanaba, at 1:30 p.m.; and on Wednesday, July 27, at Rapid River High School, 10070 Highway 2, at 10 a.m.
While no proof of income is required at the distributions, clients will be asked to sign a statement affirming that they are in need.
In order to help people in need find mobile pantries more easily, Feeding America West Michigan unveiled a public Mobile Pantry calendar on its website at the beginning of June. The calendar lists distribution dates and locations for the Upper Peninsula and the western third of the Lower Peninsula.
Old World Christmas
market seeks crafters
MENOMINEE – Organizers of Menominee’s Old World Christmas market are seeking artisans who hand produce merchandise traditionally found at Europe’s Christmas markets.
The market is looking for makers of hand-carved German nutcrackers and incense burners, Swedish dala horses and felt ornaments, Ukrainian decorated eggs (pysanky), Russian nesting dolls, Scandinavian straw ornaments, Delft ornaments from Holland, or other items from the Old World or other parts of the globe.
A project of the Menominee County Farm & Food exchange, which also hosts a Saturday farm market, the Christmas market is in its third year. In 2015, the event drew 1,200 shoppers.
This year, the Christmas market is set for Saturday, Dec. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the VFW, 3937 10th St. /Highway 41, on the north side of Menominee.
Applications for the Christmas market will be available July 22.
More information may be obtained by emailing event organizers at menomineexmasmarket@hotmail.com, or by accessing the event’s Facebook Page (Menominee Christmas Market). Photographs of hand-created merchandise must accompany all applications.
Summer rocks in Rock
ROCK – A summer concert series is taking place in Rock from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings at the gazebo across from the Rock Post Office. Attendees are reminded to bring their lawn chairs. Refreshments will be available. On Wednesday, July 20, Just the Two of Us with Caelee Rose will be performing.
USW gathers for
party and picnic
ESCANABA – On Thursday, July 21, from 12 to 8 p.m. the United Steel Workers will be having a party and picnic at their hall, located 1201 Sheridan Road. The event, open to immediate family members, includes hot dogs, ice cream, jump houses and more.
Group offers chance
to try r/c planes
ESCANABA – The Bay Area Radio Control Club presents the Radio Control Fly-In on Saturday, July 23, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Attendees can learn to fly remote control model airplanes at no risk or charge, using the group’s dual control systems.
Bay Area R/C Flying Club field is located six miles west of Escanaba and four miles north of Hyde on County Road 521/533. Follow the signs to the field.
For more information, contact Dan at 786-2737 or 280-7105.
Friends of DATA
meeting scheduled
ESCANABA -The next Friends of Delta Area Transit Authority (DATA) meeting will be Wednesday, July 20, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Escanaba Senior Center in the Council Chambers.
Transportation to and from these meetings is provided by DATA at no cost. When calling DATA, let them know you are attending the Friends of DATA meeting.
Any questions, call Brenda at 233-1319.
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Radio Control Float/Fly
planned July 24
ESCANABA – Bay Area R/C Club presents the Radio Control Float/Fly on Sunday, July 24, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Radio control airplanes and helicopters will be displayed and flown throughout the day.
The event will take place at Ludington Park between the boat docks and the bridge.
For more information contact Dan Brachmann at 786-2737 or (906)280-7105.
Senior trip to
Marquette offered
ESCANABA – The Escanaba Senior Center is sponsoring a bus for all ages to Marquette on Saturday, July 30. The trip will include stops at Mattson Lower Harbor Park to visit Art in the Park, and Picnic Rocks park to visit the Outback Craft show, then proceed to shopping.
Ride pickups begin at 8 a.m. at various locations and will return to Escanaba at approximately 3:30 p.m.
Cost is $10 per person prepaid with lunch on your own. Limited seating is available, and the bus is handicapped accessible. Assistance aides are required to pay the rider fee as well.
To reserve a seat, call the Senior Center at 786-8850 before Wednesday, July 20.
In case of rain, the trip will focus on shopping. Hours of operation at the senior center are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Clothes Closet open
to public weekly
GLADSTONE – The Memorial United Methodist Clothes Closet is open each Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Gently used clothing is available for all. The church is located at 1920 Lake Shore Drive.
American Legion 340
announces winners
HERMANSVILLE – Floriano-Stecker-Kelly American Legion Post 340 announces its Independence Day winners. Float winners were as follows: first – NCA State Champs-Mercier, second – Tom Wells, third – Ben O’Neil – PS Lions, and fourth – Diedra Springstoh.
Eugene Arduin took first place and Richard Benson took second place in the antique cars.
Classic car winners were Wilfred Savord taking first and Jaqueline Broudy taking second.
Winners of the ORV’s were 1st – Bruce Frazer, first, and Dakota Schwark, second. The bike winner was Anthony Junek.
The raffle winners were Luhn Floriano, $300, Jim Vivio, $175, Brian Helfert, $100, and Eugene Arduin and Pete Anderla, both winning $50.
New farmers’ market
opens in Isabella
ISABELLA – Vendors are wanted for the opening of a new farmers market on Friday, July 29, from 4 to 6 p.m. located in the historic Isabella Community Hall. The hall is located off Hwy. U.S. 2 on County Road 495 in Isabella. Call Gloria at 644-2478 or Mary at (906)630-7542 for details.
Saturday sundae
making available
ISABELLA A fundraising ice cream social is planned for Saturday, July 23, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Isabella Community Hall. Many topping will be available to create a sundae. The cost is $3 per sundae. the event also will have raffle tickets on sale at six chances/$5 for two baskets. A 50/50 drawing and a door prizes are also included.
All proceeds and donations go to fund restoration projects for the historic 104-year-old community hall.
Classic cars displayed
at North Woods Place
ESCANABA – North Woods Place, 501 S. Lincoln Road, is having a classic car show on Friday, July 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will also feature music and food and the opportunity for community members to share their love of classic cars with the residents.
For more Information or to register a car, contact Gayle DeShambo at 789-2268 or gdeshambo1@enlivant.com.
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Dancing available at
Trenary Community Bld.
TRENARY – Come and dance at the Trenary Community Building on Sunday, July 17, from 1 to 5 p.m. Music will be provided by A Little Bit of Outlaws. Everyone is welcome. Admission is $5, with a lunch donation of $3.
Friends of DATA
meeting scheduled
ESCANABA -The next Friends of Delta Area Transit Authority (DATA) meeting will be Wednesday, July 20, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Escanaba Senior Center in the Council Chambers. Transportation to and from these meetings is provided by DATA at no cost. When calling DATA, let them know you are attending the Friends of DATA meeting.
Any questions, call Brenda at 233-1319.
Gardens open for tour
ESCANABA – The 10th annual Gardens in Bloom garden walk, sponsored by the Delta County Master Gardener Association, is planned for Sunday, July 17. Six gardens will be open to visitors from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets for the self-guided tour are on sale now through the event’s conclusion at Flinn’s Garden Center, Wickert Floral, Gust Asp, and the Downtown Development Authority office, all in Escanaba, and at Trotter Floral Touch in Gladstone. Tickets are $10.
Tour attendees can visit the gardens in any order. The gardens will be open rain or shine, and light refreshments will be offered at each site.
Music concert planned
ESCANABA – The Gravelle Family is “coming home” for the fifth “A Little Midsummer Night Music” concert on Sunday, July 24, at 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 819 First Ave. S. The vocal recital features solos and ensembles centered on the theme of “home.” A free-will offering will be collected for the Tri-County Safe Harbor, Inc., formerly The Alliance Against Violence and Abuse. A light reception will follow.
Holy Name Class of ’66
seeks information
ESCANABA – Holy Name Catholic School class of 1966 is still looking for addresses of fellow classmates: James Anderson, Susan Blau, Anne Clark, Mary (Opolka) Livermore, Sandra (Rappette) Martin, John Peltin Kathy (Reno) Villeneuve, and Patrick Chenier.
Call Patti (Long) Hengesh at 786-5555 or Jim Crawford at 786-0074 or at (906)399-0286 with information.
Rock Lions offer
monthly breakfast
ROCK – The Rock Lions monthly Third Sunday, All-You-Can Eat breakfast buffet is on Sunday, July 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rock Lions Club on Hwy. M-35. The buffet includes eggs prepared to order and omelets, bacon, sausage, ham, hash brown potatoes, biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, French toast, English muffins, cereal, a variety of fruits, lots of dessert items, and coffee, tea, milk and juice. The cost for adults is $8; for ages 6 – 12, the cost is $5, and ages 5 and under eat free.
The Rock Lions Clubhouse facility is available to rent by calling Jerry at 356-6475.
The Rock Lions Club is a non-profit service organization that provides funding for charitable organizations and local needs.
Public Health clinics
set for July 18 – 22
ESCANABA – The health clinic schedule at Public Health of Delta County for the week of July 18-22 include
Monday – WIC;
Tuesday – Late Night Family Planning and Late Night Immunizations;
Wednesday – Late Night WIC;
Thursday – No clinics scheduled;
Friday – WIC and Family Planning.
All clients are seen by appointment only. Evening and Saturday appointments are available for some clinics. Anonymous HIV/AIDS testing and counseling is also available. In Delta County, call 786-4111 about any of these services, in Menominee County, call (906) 863-4451.
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Day Services
seeks cards
ESCANABA – Recycle greeting cards at a new drop off site – Community Action Agency Adult Day Services, formerly Perspectives Adult Care Center.
Old greeting cards are in need. The pictures on the cards will be used to make notepads, bookmarks, and daily place mats. Cards do not have to be taken apart as the participants of the program like to cut the backs of the cards off. This is a nice activity for those participants who are part of the program.
Greeting cards may be dropped of at the new site located at the Gary Abrahamson Jr. Memory Care Center, 2635 1st Ave. S. in Escanaba. Cards may also be dropped off at any senior center in the Delta County area.
For more information, contact Community Action Agency Adult Day Services at 789-2886.
Art and Craft Fair
planned for Saturday
STONINGTON – The Stonington Art & Craft Fair will be on Saturday, July 16, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. rain or shine at the Stonington Community Hall. There will be food, crafts, animals, music and a playground. This event is sponsored by the Stonington Booster Club.
USW gathers for
party and picnic
ESCANABA – On Thursday, July 21, from noon to 8 p.m. the United Steel Workers will be having a party and picnic at their hall, located 1201 Sheridan Road. The event, open to immediate family members, includes hot dogs, ice cream, jump houses and more.
Grief Group plans
informal luncheon
ESCANABA – OSF Hospice, as an extension of the Community Grief Group, will host its monthly luncheon for bereaved people for informal conversation and support on Wednesday, July 20, at Drifter’s Restaurant. The luncheon will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Meetings are open to the public. Each attendee is responsible for purchasing his or her own lunch. For more information, contact Erik Barnhart or Diane Johnson at (906) 786-4456.
Rock concerts continue
ROCK – A summer concert series is taking place in Rock from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings at the gazebo across from the Rock Post Office. Attendees are reminded to bring their lawn chairs. Refreshments will be available. On Wednesday, July 20, Just the Two of Us with Caelee Rose will be performing.
Benefit planned for
Delaney Wahl
ESCANABA – A benefit dinner, along with games and raffles, is taking place at the Mead Rod and Gun Club for Delaney Wahl, 15, who has been diagnosed with EHE cancer (epithelioid hemangioendothelioma).
The benefit will take place from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 17, with proceeds going toward research of EHE, a rare and sometimes fatal vascular sarcoma that affects adolescents and young adults for which there is no cure or established treatment. Fewer than 300 individuals from around the world have been diagnosed with EHE.
“A Day Out for EHE Research and Team Laney” will include food, refreshments, bucket raffles, 50/50 raffles, carnival games, and a bonfire.
For more information about the benefit, call 280-6432.
Artisans host event
GARDEN – The Village Artisans of Garden will hold their Tour and Salad Luncheon on Saturday, July 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets may be obtained at the Garden Gallery, 6367 State St., for $10. The proceeds help support children’s programs.
Ride benefits U.P.
Honor Flight
POWERS – The Summer Fun Ride will be on Saturday, July 16, starting at noon (CDT) at TJ’s Sports Bar. There will be music, food, and silent auctions. Proceeds go towards the U.P. Honor Flight, helping Vets visit the WWII Memorial in Washington D.C.
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Stamp and Coin Club
hosts event
ESCANABA – The Bay de Noc Stamp and Coin Club will be holding its 16th annual stamp and coin bourse on Saturday, July 16. The show hours are 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. This year’s event will be held in the M-Tec building at Bay College.
Stamp and coin dealers from Michigan and Wisconsin will be on hand to sell and buy stamps and coins. Individuals who wish to participate may also do so for a fee of $10, which is used to offset the cost of lunch.
The Bay de Noc Stamp and Coin Club is a nonprofit organization that meets on the second Monday of each month at Bay College. Meeting times for this summer are at 5:30 p.m. in the Heirman Building. Fall, winter, and spring meetings are held at 6:30 p.m.
The club has a monthly stamp auction and short business meeting that is open to the public. Unsold auction lots and the club’s penny boxes, from which collectors may purchase stamps for three cents each, will be available at the show.
Fourth of July raffle
winners drawn
GLADSTONE – The winners of the Gladstone Lion’s Club 4th of July raffle are Carol Bugay, $1,000; Dan Arts, $300; Gloria Jones, $125; Brad Peterson, $50; and David Gereau, $25.
Proceeds from the raffle support many local clubs and programs.
Voiture 1288
promenade held
HERMANSVILLE – The Menominee County Voiture 1288 of the 40 et 8 held its regular promenade at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Allan Lanaville in Nadeau.
The promenade was conducted by Chef de Gars Marcel Charters of Stephenson.
It was announced at the promenade that the Menominee Voiture made its membership goals for 2016, having 26 paid members. It also was announced that five students are going to nurses’ training schools as part of the scholarship program.
The next promenade of the Voiture will be at the Carney-Nadeau American Legion Post on Tuesday, July 19, at 7 p.m.
St. Joseph Parish
plans picnic
PERKINS – The St. Joseph Parish Picnic is Sunday, July 17, from noon until 4:30 p.m. in Perkins. A turkey and ham dinner will be served from 12 to 3 p.m. Cost for adults is $10 and for children under 12, it is $4. Other options include brats, hot dogs, fries, nachos, ice cream and refreshments. There will be games for all ages, including raffles, bingo and silver dollar. Music will be provided by Maudie. All are welcome.
American Legion
cancels July breakfast
GLADSTONE – The Gladstone American Legion Post 71 will not offer its breakfast on Sunday, July 17, due to the “Take a Vet Fishing” event. Breakfast will resume Sunday, Aug. 21.
Civil Air Patrol
holds meeting
ESCANABA – The regular meeting for Civil Air Patrol is planned for Saturday, July 16, at 1 p.m. in the Civil Air Patrol Building at the Delta County Airport. Interested parties are encouraged to attend. The group meets the first and third Saturdays of every month.
For more information, call Lt. Col. Donald Poe at 399-0369 or Randy Parr at 280-5240.
MADD seeks volunteers
ESCANABA – Volunteers are needed for MADD. Opportunities are available for those interested in volunteering a couple of times a year or a couple of times a week.
There are a wide variety of opportunities to match interests and expertise. Some options include speaking, answering the help-line calls, organizing victim impact panels, mailing information or just displaying MADD red ribbons.
To get started, email betsy.harris@madd.org or call (906)474-9346.
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Six gardens open
for annual tour
ESCANABA – The 10th annual Gardens in Bloom garden walk, sponsored by the Delta County Master Gardener Association, is planned for Sunday, July 17. Six gardens will be open to visitors from 1 to 4 p.m. Tickets for the self-guided tour are on sale now through the event’s conclusion at Flinn’s Garden Center, Wickert Floral, Gust Asp, and the Downtown Development Authority office, all in Escanaba, and at Trotter Floral Touch in Gladstone. Tickets are $10.
Tour attendees can visit the gardens in any order. The gardens will be open rain or shine, and light refreshments will be offered at each site.
American Legion meets
HERMANSVILLE – The next meeting of the Floriano-Stecker-Kelly American Legion Post of Hermansville will be Thursday, July 14, beginning at 6 p.m. in the club rooms. The Floriano-Stecker-Kelly American Legion Post meets on the second Thursday of every month.
Eastern Star gathers
GLADSTONE – Future Chapter of the Order of Eastern Stars will be meeting at the Gladstone Masonic Lodge 396, Gladstone, on Thursday, July 14, at 6:30 p.m. There will be an ice cream social. Past members, new members, Masons and those interested are invited to attend. For more information, call Dorothy, 428-1969.
Mobile food pantries
scheduled for July
MANISTIQUE – This July, Feeding America West Michigan will send mobile food pantries to communities in the Upper Peninsula. The distributions will provide 87,500 pounds of food, or 73,000 meals, to people in need.
Local stops are on Thursday, July 14, at the Hannahville Community Center, N 14911 Hannahville B-1 Road, at 10 a.m.; on Wednesday, July 20, at Webster Elementary, 1213 N 19th St., Escanaba, at 1:30 p.m.; and on Wednesday, July 27, at Rapid River High School, 10070 Highway 2, at 10 a.m.
While no proof of income is required at the distributions, clients will be asked to sign a statement affirming that they are in need.
In order to help people in need find mobile pantries more easily, Feeding America West Michigan unveiled a public Mobile Pantry calendar on its website at the beginning of June. The calendar lists distribution dates and locations for the Upper Peninsula and the western third of the Lower Peninsula.
Dancing available in
Trenary on Sunday
TRENARY – Come and dance at the Trenary Community Building on Sunday, July 17, from 1 to 5 p.m. Music will be provided by A Little Bit of Outlaws. Everyone is welcome. Admission is $5, with a lunch donation of $3.
Tea Party Patriots meet
ESCANANBA – The Delta Tea Party Patriots meeting will be Thursday, July 14, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Bay College Heirman Center in room 963.
Kennel Club holds
monthly meeting
ESCANABA – The Bay de Noc Kennel Club will hold its next general meeting on Thursday, July 14 , at 7 p.m. at the Kennel Club Building, 6687 N.75 Drive (just north of the Wells Sports Complex). The public is welcome to attend.
Classic cars displayed
at North Woods Place
ESCANABA – North Woods Place, 501 S. Lincoln Road, is having a classic car show on Friday, July 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will also feature music and food and the opportunity for community members to share their love of classic cars with the residents.
For more Information or to register a car, contact Gayle DeShambo at 789-2268 or gdeshambo1@enlivant.com.
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Benefit planned for
Delaney Wahl
ESCANABA – A benefit dinner, along with games and raffles, is taking place at the Mead Rod and Gun Club on Sunday for Delaney Wahl, 15, who has been diagnosed with EHE cancer (epithelioid hemangioendothelioma).
The benefit will take place from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 17, with proceeds going towards research of EHE, a rare and sometimes fatal vascular sarcoma that affects adolescents and young adults for which there is no cure or established treatment. Less than 300 individuals from around the world have been diagnosed with EHE.
“A Day Out for EHE Research and Team Laney” will include food, refreshments, bucket raffles, 50/50 raffles, carnival games, and a bonfire.
For more information about the benefit, call 280-6432.
Field Stone Run
scheduled July 16
FLAT ROCK – The seventh annual Field Stone 5K Trail Run will be Saturday, July 16, at 9 a.m. at the Beauchamp’s Grove Cross Country Course in Flat Rock. For registration information or questions, contact Deb Parrett at 399-2258.
Ride benefits U.P.
Honor Flight
POWERS – The Summer Fun Ride will be on Saturday, July 16, starting at noon (CDT) at TJ’s Sports Bar. There will be music, food, and silent auctions. Proceeds go towards the U.P. Honor Flight, helping Vets visit the WWII Memorial in Washington D.C.
Class reunion
meeting tonight
ESCANABA – A reunion meeting for the Escanaba High School Class of 1966 will be tonight at 6 p.m. at Ferdinands Restaurant. The class will have its 50th reunion on Friday, Aug. 12, and Saturday, Aug. 13.
The group is still looking for the following classmates: Roy Anderson, Penny (Kidd) Brown, Candice (Inskeep) Cline, Barbara (Kobasic) Darce, John Derouin, James Dugener, Paul Haack, Carolyn Hardies, Richard Johnson, Karen (Reno) Krake, Robert Kurth, Shirley (Sviland) Larson, Penny (Chase) Linden, Mari Miller, Joann (Erickson) Minor, Sharon (Olsen) Moe, Susan (Meiers) Momard, Mary (Smith) Proegler, Michael Racine, Mary Beth (Heslip) Ring, Gerry Tucker, Howard Varvil, and Judy (Wigand) Walecki.
Email information to Sheryl Houle at slhoule66@gmail.com or leave a message for her at 786-0681.
Holy Name Class of ’66
seeks information
ESCANABA – Holy Name Catholic School class of 1966 is still looking for addresses of fellow classmates: James Anderson, Susan Blau, Anne Clark, Mary (Opolka) Livermore, Sandra (Rappette) Martin, John Peltin Kathy (Reno) Villeneuve, and Patrick Chenier.
Call Patti (Long) Hengesh at 786-5555 or Jim Crawford at 786-0074 or at (906)399-0286 with information.
Sedentary behaviors
topic at support group
ESCANABA – The Delta County Diabetes Support Group will meet at the Heirman Center at Bay College tonight from 6 to 7 p.m. The topic is “Overcoming Sedentary Behaviors.”
Contact Linda Klope, RD CDE, at OSF St. Francis Hospital and Medical Group at 786-5707, ext 5451 with any questions.
Museum holds
monthly meeting
HERMANSVILLE – The IXL Historical Museum’s next monthly meeting is on Wednesday, July 13, at 3:30 p.m. at the museum. The public is encouraged to attend.
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V.F.W. meets tonight
ESCANABA – Hiawatha V.F.W. Post 2998 will meet tonight at 7 p.m. at the Purple Heart Building, 1202 Sheridan Road.
Tea Party Patriots meet
ESCANABA – The Delta Tea Party Patriots meeting will be Thursday, July 14, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Bay College Heirman Center in room 963.
Parkinson’s group
offers support
ESCANABA – The Parkinson’s Support Group will meet on Tuesday, July 12, at 3 Mr. John Debelak from Marquette will be discussing the book, “The New Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Book.” For more information about the support group, contact Diane and Mike at 428-2549 or Ellen and Fred at 428-2055.
New farmers’ market
opens in Isabella
ISABELLA – Vendors are wanted for the opening of a new farmers market on Friday, July 29, from 4 to 6 p.m. located in the historic Isabella Community Hall. The hall is located off Hwy. U.S. 2 on County Road 495 in Isabella. Call Gloria at 644-2478 or Mary at (906)630-7542 for details.
Suggestions requested
by book readers group
RAPID RIVER – The second Wednesday in July, July 13, marks the date for Rapid River Readers to gather and discuss Emily St. John Mandel’s “Station Eleven.” Discussion begins at 10 a.m. at Jack’s Restaurant in Rapid River. Remember to bring book selection suggestions. New members are welcome. Call Peg Netchey at 428-9668 with any questions.
Kennel Club holds
monthly meeting
ESCANABA – The Bay de Noc Kennel Club will hold its next general meeting on Thursday, July 14, at 7 p.m. at the Kennel Club Building, 6687 N.75 Drive (just north of the Wells Sports Complex). The public is welcome to attend.
Mobile food pantries
scheduled for July
MANISTIQUE – This July, Feeding America West Michigan will send mobile food pantries to communities in the Upper Peninsula. The distributions will provide 87,500 pounds of food, or 73,000 meals, to people in need.
Local stops are on Thursday, July 14, at the Hannahville Community Center, N 14911 Hannahville B-1 Road, at 10 a.m.; on Wednesday, July 20, at Webster Elementary, 1213 N 19th St., Escanaba, at 1:30 p.m.; and on Wednesday, July 27, at Rapid River High School, 10070 Highway 2, at 10 a.m.
While no proof of income is required at the distributions, clients will be asked to sign a statement affirming that they are in need.
In order to help people in need find mobile pantries more easily, Feeding America West Michigan unveiled a public Mobile Pantry calendar on its website at the beginning of June. The calendar lists distribution dates and locations for the Upper Peninsula and the western third of the Lower Peninsula.
Delta County Cancer
Alliance hosts golf
ESCANABA – The Delta County Cancer Alliance is hosting its four-person scramble golf outing on Thursday, July 14. The $75 entry fee includes greens fees, lunch, dinner and event prizes. Guest meals can be purchased for $15 each by calling and making a reservation at 786-1701.
Lunch is at noon and a shotgun start is at 1. Dinner is planned for 6.
Golf carts are free, and the number needed should be designated with registrations.
Names of team members and checks, made payable to the Delta County Cancer Alliance, should be mailed to the Escanaba Country Club, P.O. Box 296, Escanaba, MI 49829 or call 786-4430 to make reservations.
For more information, call Cheri Severinsen at 786-1365.
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Holy Name Class of ’66
seeks information
ESCANABA – Holy Name Catholic School class of 1966 is still looking for addresses of fellow classmates: James Anderson, Susan Blau, Anne Clark, Mary (Opolka) Livermore, Sandra (Rappette) Martin, John Peltin Kathy (Reno) Villeneuve, and Patrick Chenier.
Call Patti (Long) Hengesh at 786-5555 or Jim Crawford at 786-0074 or at (906)399-0286 with information.
AAUW meets at concert
ESCANABA – The Escanaba Area Branch of the American Association of University Women is hosting an event on Sunday, July 10, at the Northern Sun Winery in Bark River for an afternoon concert by Folias. The concert begins at 4 p.m., with tours of the winery prior to the concert. Tickets are $15 at the door. Estate-grown wines will be available for sale.
Saturday sundae making
available in Isabella
ISABELLA A fundraising ice cream social is planned for Saturday, July 23, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Isabella Community Hall. Many topping will be available to create a sundae. The cost is $3 per sundae. The event also will have raffle tickets on sale for two baskets at six chances for $5. A 50/50 drawing and a door prize are also planned.
All proceeds and donations go to fund restoration projects for the historic 104-year-old community hall.
Sedentary behaviors
topic at Diabetes group
ESCANABA – The Delta County Diabetes Support Group will meet at the Heirman Center at Bay College on Tuesday, July 12, from 6 to 7 p.m. The topic is “Overcoming Sedentary Behaviors.”
Contact Linda Klope, RD CDE, at OSF St. Francis Hospital and Medical Group at 786-5707, ext 5451 with any questions.
Public Health clinics
set for July 11 to 15
ESCANABA – The health clinic schedule at Public Health of Delta County for the week of July 11-15 include
Monday – WIC and Family Planning;
Tuesday – Immunizations;
Wednesday – Late Night WIC and Family Planning;
Thursday – Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP);
Friday – WIC and Family Planning.
All clients are seen by appointment only. Evening and Saturday appointments are available for some clinics. Anonymous HIV/AIDS testing and counseling is also available.
In Delta County, call 786-4111 about any of these services, in Menominee County, call (906) 863-4451.
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Vasa holds meeting
ESCANABA – The Escanaba Framat Vasa Lodge 463 will have its monthly meeting/luncheon at the Central United Methodist Church, 322 S. Lincoln Road, at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 10. Chuck and Heidi Londo are hosting the event.
Anyone interested in learning about Scandinavian heritage and being a member of this unique fraternal order can call 789-9089.
Class reunion
meeting planned
ESCANABA – A reunion meeting for the Escanaba High School Class of 1966 will be Monday, July 11, at 6 p.m. at Ferdinands Restaurant. The class will have its 50th reunion on Friday, Aug. 12, and Saturday, Aug. 13.
The group is still looking for the following classmates: Roy Anderson, Penny (Kidd) Brown, Candice (Inskeep) Cline, Barbara (Kobasic) Darce, John Derouin, James Dugener, Paul Haack, Carolyn Hardies, Richard Johnson, Karen (Reno) Krake, Robert Kurth, Shirley (Sviland) Larson, Penny (Chase) Linden, Mari Miller, Joann (Erickson) Minor, Sharon (Olsen) Moe, Susan (Meiers) Momard, Mary (Smith) Proegler, Michael Racine, Mary Beth (Heslip) Ring, Gerry Tucker, Howard Varvil, and Judy (Wigand) Walecki.
Email information to Sheryl Houle at slhoule66@gmail.com or leave a message for her at 786-0681.
Parkinson’s group
offers support
ESCANABA – The Parkinson’s Support Group will meet on Tuesday, July 12, at 3 Mr. John Debelak from Marquette will be discussing the book, “The New Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Book.”
For more information about the support group, contact Diane and Mike at 428-2549 or Ellen and Fred at 428-2055.
Senior Commodity
scheduled for July 21
ESCANABA – The monthly Senior Commodity program (CSFP) will be held on Thursday, July 21, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Ruth Butler Building at the UP State Fairgrounds.
The Senior Commodities will be distributed as usual on the third Thursday with a double box. There will be NO distribution in August.
For questions or additional information, call the Escanaba Senior Center at 786-8850.
Patton benefit planned
GLADSTONE – A benefit for Janet (Maudie) Patton, who is battling stage 4 cancer, is planned for today from 4 to 10 p.m. at the Gladstone American Legion.
The event includes a pulled pork, beans and dessert dinner, a silent auction, a 50\50 raffle and bucket raffles. Cost for the dinner is $8 for adults and $4 for children 10 years old and under.
Proceeds will help Patton with medical and travel expenses.
Donations can also be made at the Rock Credit Union.
For more information about the benefit or about making a donation, call Kathy at (906)280-0768.
Dancing available
at Rock Senior Center
ROCK – A dance will be at the Rock Community/Senior Center, located at 3892 W. Mapleridge Road, on Sunday, July 10, from 1 to 5 p.m. Ron Jay and The Country Strangers will provide the music. The cost is $5 per person, and a free-will donation lunch will be served. For more information, call Alice at 356-6588. All proceeds benefit the Senior Corporation.
Group gives youth
shooting opportunities
ESCANABA – This summer’s youth shooting program through the Great Lakes Sports and Recreation Club, 5211 19th Ave. N., takes place Saturday, July 9. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., and there is a mandatory safety briefing at 9 a.m.
All programs are free, and lunch is provided. Everyone shooting is one-on-one with a certified instructor. Youth 5- through 18-years-old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Time permitting, participants can experience shooting archery, 22 rifles, and 20 gauge or 12 gauge shotguns.
For more information, call Russ and Mary Nelson at 786-4742 or Jerry and Sherry Petersen at 786-4525.
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Rock Lions offer
monthly breakfast
ROCK – The Rock Lions monthly Third Sunday, All-You-Can Eat breakfast buffet is on Sunday, July 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rock Lions Club on Hwy. M-35. The buffet includes eggs prepared to order and omelets, bacon, sausage, ham, hash brown potatoes, biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, French toast, English muffins, cereal, a variety of fruits, lots of dessert items, and coffee, tea, milk and juice. The cost for adults is $8; for ages 6 – 12, the cost is $5, and ages 5 and under eat free.
The Rock Lions Clubhouse facility is available to rent by calling Jerry at 356-6475.
The Rock Lions Club is a non-profit service organization that provides funding for charitable organizations and local needs.
Amvets Hall rocks
to country band
ESCANABA – Cedar Creek Country Band is scheduled to perform live on Friday, July 8, from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Amvets Hall in Escanaba. A $5 donation will be accepted at the door.
Community Grief Group
meeting planned
ESCANABA – The next Community Grief Group meeting will take place Tuesday, July 12, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church, 322 S. Lincoln Road, Escanaba. Attendees are asked to enter using the preschool entrance to the lounge.
The group provides a warm, caring and confidential environment that allows those who attend the opportunity to be supported by others who understand.
No registration is required and attendance is open to the community.
For more information, call Erik Barnhart, bereavement coordinator, or Diane Johnson, group facilitator at 786-3915.
Chance to try remote
control planes offered
ESCANABA – The Bay Area R/C Club presents the Radio Control Fly-In on Saturday, July 23, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Attendees can learn to fly remote control model airplanes at no risk or charge, using the group’s dual control systems.
Bay Area R/C Flying Club field is located six miles west of Escanaba and four miles north of Hyde on County Road 521/533. Follow the signs to the field.
For more information, contact Dan at 786-2737 or (906)280-7105.
Patton benefit planned
GLADSTONE – A benefit for Janet (Maudie) Patton, who is battling stage 4 cancer, is planned for Friday, July 8, from 4 to 10 p.m. at the Gladstone American Legion.
The event includes a pulled pork, beans and dessert dinner, a silent auction, a 50\50 raffle and bucket raffles. Cost for the dinner is $8 for adults and $4 for children 10 years old and under.
Proceeds will help Patton with medical and travel expenses.
Donations can also be made at the Rock Credit Union.
For more information about the benefit or about making a donation, call Kathy at (906)280-0768.
Summer concerts
planned in Rock
ROCK – A summer concert series is taking place in Rock from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday evenings at the gazebo across from the Rock Post Office. Dan Cartwright & Friends will perform on July 13.
Attendees are reminded to bring their lawn chairs. Refreshments will be available.
Gladstone Legion
cancels July breakfast
GLADSTONE – The Gladstone American Legion Post 71 will not offer its breakfast on Sunday, July 17, due to the “Take a Vet Fishing” event. Breakfast will resume Sunday, Aug. 21.
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Mobile food pantries
for July scheduled
MANISTIQUE – This July, Feeding America West Michigan will send six mobile food pantries to communities in the Upper Peninsula. The distributions will provide 87,500 pounds of food, or 73,000 meals, to people in need.
Local stops are on Thursday, July 7, at the Old Manistique Saw and Planing Company, 112 West Elk, Manistique, at 10 a.m. and on Friday, July 8, at the Garden Area Catholic Churches, 6411 State St., Garden, at 10 a.m.
While no proof of income is required at the distributions, clients will be asked to sign a statement affirming that they are in need.
In order to help people in need find mobile pantries more easily, Feeding America West Michigan unveiled a public Mobile Pantry calendar on its website at the beginning of June. The calendar lists distribution dates and locations for the Upper Peninsula and the western third of the Lower Peninsula.
Music concert planned
ESCANABA – The Gravelle Family is “coming home” for the fifth “A Little Midsummer Night Music” concert on Sunday, July 24, at 3 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 819 First Ave. S.
The vocal recital features solos and ensembles centered on the theme of “home.”
A free-will offering will be collected for the Tri-County Safe Harbor, Inc., formerly The Alliance Against Violence and Abuse. A light reception will follow.
Sedentary behaviors is
topic at Support Group
ESCANABA – The Delta County Diabetes Support Group will meet at the Heirman Center at Bay College on Tuesday, July 12, from 6 to 7 p.m. The topic is “Overcoming Sedentary Behaviors.”
Contact Linda Klope, RD CDE, at OSF St. Francis Hospital and Medical Group at 786-5707, ext 5451 with any questions.
AAUW meets at concert
ESCANABA – The Escanaba Area Branch of the American Association of University Women is hosting an event on Sunday, July 10, at the Northern Sun Winery in Bark River for an afternoon concert by Folias.
The concert begins at 4 p.m., with tours of the winery prior to the concert.
Tickets are $15 at the door. Estate-grown wines will be available for sale.
Delta County Cancer
Alliance hosts golf outing
ESCANABA – The Delta County Cancer Alliance is hosting its four-person scramble golf outing on Thursday, July 14. The $75 entry fee includes greens fees, lunch, dinner and event prizes. Guest meals can be purchased for $15 each by calling and making a reservation at 786-1701.
Lunch is at noon and a shotgun start is at 1. Dinner is planned for 6.
Golf carts are free, and the number needed should be designated with registrations.
Names of team members and checks, made payable to the Delta County Cancer Alliance, should be mailed to the Escanaba Country Club, P.O. Box 296, Escanaba, MI 49829 or call 786-4430 to make reservations.
For more information, call Cheri Severinsen at 786-1365.
Kennel Club holds
monthly meeting
ESCANABA – The Bay de Noc Kennel Club will hold its next general meeting on Thursday, July 14 , at 7 p.m. at the Kennel Club Building, 6687 N.75 Drive (just north of the Wells Sports Complex). The public is welcome to attend.
Artisans plan event
GARDEN – The Village Artisans of Garden will hold their Tour and Salad Luncheon on Saturday, July 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets may be obtained at the Garden Gallery, 6367 State St., for $10. The proceeds help support children’s programs.
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Veterans Council to
hold meeting
ESCANABA – Delta County Veterans Council will hold its next regular meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 13, at the Purple Heart Building, 1202 Sheridan Rd. For more information, contact Rene at 789-1059.
Veterans service office
visits Hermansville
HERMANSVILLE – Mike Dellisse, Menominee County Veterans Service Officer will hold office hours at the Floriano-Stecker-Kelly American Legion Post 340, Hermansville on Wednesday, July 6, from 1 to 3 p.m. Veterans or widows who need assistance with the Veterans Administration, claims with the Veterans Administration, information about Agent Orange, headstones, grave markers, the Oscar Johnson Veterans Administration Medical Center in Iron Mountain, or the Michigan Veterans’ Travel Fund for Menominee County should see Dellisse.
One need not belong to any service organization to see Dellisse; his services are free.
For information, call (800)575-2876 or write him at the County Court House, 839 10th Ave., Menominee, MI 49858.
Benefit dinner held
for James Deneau
RAPID RIVER – A benefit dinner for James Deneau, who recently suffered a heart attack and was diagnosed with lung cancer, is planned for Saturday, July 9, at the American Legion in Rapid River. A dinner of sloppy joes, meatballs, homemade baked beans, a variety of cold salads, cheesy potatoes, scalloped potatoes, spanish rice, lasagna casserole, coffee, pop and a variety of cake and bars for dessert, will be served from 3 to 7 p.m. The cost is $8 for adults and $4 for children under 10 years of age. Also included as part of the event are bucket raffles, a bake sale, and 50/50 drawings after dinner. One need not be present to win.
Ribbon cutting at
new Garden heli-pad
GARDEN – The Garden Emergency Medical Service will cut the ribbon on its new heli-pad at a ceremony on Thursday, July 7, at 1 p.m. The event will be near the old Glenn farm buildings located on the south end of the Village of Garden. Refreshments will be served.
Dancing available
at Rock Senior Center
ROCK – A dance will be at the Rock Community/Senior Center, located at 3892 W. Mapleridge Road, on Sunday, July 10, from 1 to 5 p.m. Ron Jay and The Country Strangers will provide the music. The cost is $5 per person, and a free-will donation lunch will be served. For more information, call Alice at 356-6588. All proceeds benefit the Senior Corporation.
Cancer screenings
available for women
ESCANABA – Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program and the Women’s Health Clinic offers screenings for women. The Public Health, Delta & Menominee Counties now has appointments available to women in need of breast and pelvic exams, Pap test, and mammograms.
BCCCP Screening services are free of charge through the Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program. Women must be ages 40-64, meet income guidelines, and have no health insurance or are underinsured.
WISEWOMAN services include screening for cholesterol, blood pressure, & glucose. Lifestyle counseling is also available.
The Women’s Health Clinic also offers these services for clients age 40 to 64. The patient’ insurance or Medicaid will be billed.
Upcoming clinic in Escanaba is Thursday, July 14.
An upcoming clinic in Menominee is Friday, July 15.
To make an appointment and determine eligibility, call 786-4111 in Escanaba or (906)863-4451 in Menominee.
IXL?Museum holds
monthly meeting
HERMANSVILLE – The IXL Historical Museum’s next monthly meeting is on Wednesday, July 13, at 3:30 p.m. at the museum. The public is encouraged to attend.
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Legion installs officers
ESCANABA – The Cloverland American Legion Post 82 will meet on Tuesday, July 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the Purple Heart Building, 1202 Sheridan Road. The newly elected officers will be installed by District Commander, Wayne Roy.
Refreshments will be served after the meeting.
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Public Health clinics
set for July 4-8
ESCANABA – The health clinic schedule at Public Health of Delta County for the week of July 4 through 8 includes
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – Late Night Family Planning
Wednesday -Late Night WIC
Thursday – WIC
Friday – WIC; Family Planning
All clients are seen by appointment only. Evening and Saturday appointments are available for some clinics. Anonymous HIV/AIDS testing and counseling is also available.
In Delta County, call 786-4111 about any of these services, and in Menominee County, call (906)863-4451.
Delta County Cancer
Alliance hosts golf
ESCANABA – The Delta County Cancer Alliance is hosting its four-person scramble golf outing on Thursday, July 14. The $75 entry fee includes greens fees, lunch, dinner and event prizes. Guest meals can be purchased for $15 each by calling and making a reservation at 786-1701.
Lunch is at noon and a shotgun start is at 1. Dinner is planned for 6.
Golf carts are free, and the number needed should be designated with registrations.
Names of team members and checks, made payable to the Delta County Cancer Alliance, should be mailed to the Escanaba Country Club, P.O. Box 296, Escanaba, MI 49829 or call 786-4430 to make reservations.
For more information, call Cheri Severinsen at 786-1365.
Taco Tuesday on hold
until September
GLADSTONE – American Legion Post 71 will not be hosting Taco Tuesday in July and August. The event will return in September.
Hermansville hosts
Fourth of July events
HERMANSVILLE – The Hermansville Independence Day Celebration will be on Sunday, July 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The parade starts at 11:30. The line-up and registration for floats begins at 10 on Earle Drive.
In addition to the parade and its prizes, food, games, a classic car show, mud runs and music are planned during the event. Both museums also will be open. Fireworks will be at dusk.
League of Women
Voters seeks donations
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 in August.
Funds from the annual 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. They can be delivered to Pat Rudden at Northern Michigan Bank & Trust, 1921 3rd Ave N , or call her at 280-1789 for pick up.
Suggestions requested
by book readers group
RAPID RIVER – The second Wednesday in July, July 13, marks the date for Rapid River Readers to gather and discuss Emily St. John Mandel’s “Station Eleven.” Discussion begins at 10 a.m. at Jack’s Restaurant in Rapid River. Remember to bring book selection suggestions. New members are welcome. Call Peg Netchey at 428-9668 with any questions.
Youth offered lessons
on shooting
ESCANABA – This summer’s youth shooting program through the Great Lakes Sports and Recreation Club takes place on several Saturdays: July 9, July 16, July 23 and July 30. It includes a mandatory safety briefing starting at 9 a.m.
All programs are free, and lunch is provided. Everyone shooting is one-on-one with a certified instructor. Youth 5- through 18-years-old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Time permitting, participants can experience shooting archery, 22 rifles, and 20 gauge or 12 gauge shotguns.
For more information, call Russ and Mary Nelson at 786-4742 or Jerry and Sherry Petersen at 786-4525.
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IXL Museum holds
monthly meeting
HERMANSVILLE – The IXL Historical Museum’s next monthly meeting is on Wednesday, July 13, at 3:30 p.m. at the museum. The public is encouraged to attend.
Legion installs officers
ESCANABA – The Cloverland American Legion Post 82 will meet on Tuesday, July 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the Purple Heart Building, 1202 Sheridan Road. The newly elected officers will be installed by District Commander, Wayne Roy.
Refreshments will be served after the meeting.
Ribbon cutting at
new Garden heli-pad
GARDEN – The Garden Emergency Medical Service will cut the ribbon on its new heli-pad at a ceremony on Thursday, July 7, at 1 p.m. The event will be near the old Glenn farm buildings located on the south end of the Village of Garden. Refreshments will be served.
Artisans plan event
GARDEN – The Village Artisans of Garden will hold their Tour and Salad Luncheon on Saturday, July 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets may be obtained at the Garden Gallery, 6367 State St., for $10. The proceeds help support children’s programs.
Dancing available
at Rock Senior Center
ROCK – A dance will be at the Rock Community/Senior Center, located at 3892 W. Mapleridge Road, on Sunday, July 10, from 1 to 5 p.m. Ron Jay and The Country Strangers will provide the music. The cost is $5 per person, and a free-will donation lunch will be served. For more information, call Alice at 356-6588. All proceeds benefit the Senior Corporation.
Lighthouse and Museum
open for summer
ESCANABA – The Sand Point Lighthouse and the Delta County Historical Museum are open every day during the summer from Memorial Day through Labor Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The admission charge of $3 for adults, $1 for children, and $5 for families admits visitors to both buildings. The lighthouse and museum are located on Sand Point, Ludington Park, Escanaba.
In addition, the Delta County Historical Society Archives will be open to the public during the summer. Archive hours during the summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day) will be 1 to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when national holidays occur on weekdays. The Archives is located in the Dr. John Beaumier Historical Building along with the museum. There is no charge to use the Archives though donations are always welcome.
For more information, contact the Delta County Historical Society at 789-6790.
White wins raffle
WELLS – The winner of week 52 of the Wells Lions 52 club raffle is Kurt White of Escanaba, who won $100.
Activity passes
available for parks
ESCANABA – Both the Escanaba Library and The Gladstone School and Public Library are participating in the Michigan Activity Pass program. The Michigan Activity Pass program is a component of MI Big Green Gym, a partnership between Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, MRPA and the DNR that encourages Michigan residents to use the state’s parks and recreation facilities to increase physical activity.
The Michigan Activity Pass lets library cardholders print a pass, either from home or at their local library, that is valid for a one-time entry good for up to one week from time of printing into any Michigan state park or recreation area and more than 100 participating cultural institutions, including many museums.
For more information on the Michigan Activity Pass, including a complete list of supported venues and participating libraries, visit michiganactivitypass.info or call the libraries.
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