Motorcycle ride to support veterans coming through Gladstone

GLADSTONE — The community is asked to line the streets of Gladstone to welcome the 21st Annual Ride Around Michigan motorcycle ride participants on Thursday, Aug. 7 at 3:50 p.m. The riders will be coming from the Iron River American Legion and stopping at the Gladstone American Legion post from 4 to 5 p.m.

The ride is sponsored by the Forgotten Eagles of Michigan. The ride aims to promote POW/MIA awareness, show respect for POW/MIAs and veterans as a whole, and to raise money for Michigan veterans in need.

The ride will run from Aug. 6 through Aug. 8. It starts at the Soo American Legion and will conclude at Houghton Lake. Anyone may join in the ride, either on a motorcycle or in a vehicle, and participants can participate in the full ride or just a portion of the journey.

For more information about the ride, visit www.forgotteneagles.org. Anyone who is interested in being involved with the local gathering on Aug. 7 is asked to call Sandy at 702-340-5677.

Annual Fish Boil and Croatian Chicken Dinner

FORD RIVER — The Ford River Lions Club will hold their Annual Fish Boil and Croatian Chicken Dinner on Sunday, Aug. 3 starting at 11:30 a.m. at the Lions Clubhouse on L.15 Lane. Turn at the Ford River Pub.

All proceeds from this event will be used to support local nonprofit organizations.

Jeff Hunt to perform at Escanaba SDA Church

ESCANABA — Jeff Hunt, from Tampa Florida, a former member of Heritage and a 3ABN vocalist, will be in concert at the Escanaba SDA Church on Aug. 3rd and 6 p.m.

Hunt was the recipient of the International Angel Award for Album of the Year and Male Vocalist nominee. His southern gospel program will include songs from his latest project recorded in Los Angeles, stories, humor and an emphasis on knowing the trust about God.

The Escanaba SDA Church is located at 210 South Lincoln Road. This will be a visitor friendly concert. A love offering will be taken. Recordings, witness wear and children’s books will be available after the program.

All are invited and welcome.

Gladstone library closed for cleaning

GLADSTONE — The Gladstone Public Library will be closed Thursday, July 24 for its annual deep cleaning with normal summer hours resuming Monday, July 28.

The Maryland State Boychoir to perform Aug. 5

GLADSTONE — The Maryland State Boychoir will perform a free concert with choral works ranging from classical works to Broadway show tunes on Aug. 5, at First Lutheran Church, 1212 Minneapolis Ave. in Gladstone. The show starts at 7 p.m.

Founded in 1987, the mission of The Maryland State Boychoir is to foster the boychoir tradition by offering talented boys opportunities to sing and build self-esteem, self-discipline and character.

The Maryland State Boychoir is Maryland’s “Official Goodwill Ambassadors” is and composed of approximately 130 singers, age 7 to 20. The boys represent a wide range of ethnic, socioeconomic, and religious backgrounds.

The group performs over 80 times a year. They have performed throughout Maryland, in surrounding states, and on tours that have taken them to Ireland, Wales, England, The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, France, Canada, Iceland, Bermuda, and more than 40 states across the United States.

Bake sale planned for Aug. 2

ESCANABA — First United Methodist Church, 302 South 6th St., will be holding a bake sale on Saturday, Aug. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pies, cookies, bread and more will be available.

Residents of Harbor Tower receive a special discount.

Proceeds support mission areas. For more information, contact the church at 906-786-3713 or Barb at 906-398-8373.

Pasty sale planned

RAPID RIVER — Fresh pasties will be available at St. Charles parish center in Rapid River on Tuesday, July 29. Pre-order soon as pasties are limited. Call 906-474-6606. Specify plain or with rutabaga. Pickup will be from 1-3:30 p.m.

Class of 1975 reunion

ESCANABA — The Escanaba Class of 1975 will be celebrating its 50th reunion at Historic House of Ludington on Sept. 27, beginning at 4:30 p.m.

All classmates were mailed a letter and short questionaire that should be completed and returned along with $35 if attending to: Escanaba Class of 1975, Joni Ellitt, 1116 S 14th St, Escanaba, MI 49829 by August 1.

Call Joni with any questions, 906-786-8745.

Free clothes closet sets hours

GLADSTONE — The Memorial United Methodist Church Clothes Closet is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The closet offers free clothes, coats and shoes for children, adults and in all sizes, including infant and plus sizes.

The church and clothes closet are located at 1920 Lake Shore Dr., Gladstone (near McDonald’s). Call 906-428-9311 for more information or to schedule another time.