Briefs for Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025
Esky Class of 1975
ESCANABA — On Sept. 27, the Escanaba Class of 1975 will be celebrating its 50th reunion at House of Ludington. Classmates were mailed a letter and short form to be completed and returned no later than August 15, 2025. The cost is $35 per person. Mail responses to Escanaba Class of 1975, c/o Joni Elliott, 1116 S 14th St., Escanaba, MI 49829. Call Joni with any questions at 906-786-8745.
St. Anthony’s pasty sale
ESCANABA — St. Anthony’s Church is having a pasty sale on Aug. 14 and 15. To preorder call or text Debbie at 906-399-4259. Pickup will be at St. Thomas Church in Escanaba.
Delivery is available to Escanaba businesses. Extra pasties will be available in the late afternoon.
Veterans groups announce meeting schedule
ESCANABA — Delta County veteran’s groups have announced their meeting schedule.
Here is when and where each group gathers:
— Disable American Chapter #24 – first Monday of the month 7 p.m., Purple Heart building, 1202 Sheridan Road in Escanaba.
— American Legion Post #71 Gladstone – first Wednesday of month 6 p.m., Gladstone American Legion Hall, 802 Delta Ave., Gladstone.
— American Legion Post #82 – first Tuesday of month 6 p.m., Purple Heart building, 1202 Sheridan Road in Escanaba.
— Veterans of Foreign Wars #2998 – second Monday of month 6 p.m., Purple Heart building, 1202 Sheridan Road in Escanaba.
— Bark River American Legion Post #438 – second Monday of month at 6 p.m. at the Bark River Senior Center, located at 4283 D Rd. in Bark River.
— Delta County Veterans Counsel – second Monday of month at 7 p.m. (following VFW #2998), Purple Heart building, 1202 Sheridan Road in Escanaba.
— Marine Corp League Detachment #444 – fourth Wednesday of month 7 p.m., Purple Heart building, 1202 Sheridan Road in Escanaba.
— Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter #1976 – last Thursday of month 6 p.m., Purple Heart building, 1202 Sheridan Road in Escanaba.
— Escanaba Amvets Post #123 – last Thursday of month 6 p.m. at the Amvets building, 1315 N Lincoln Road, Escanaba.
Free Christian Celtic music concert
ESCANABA — MPK Celtic Band, a group that performs Celtic music with a Christian message, will be performing on Aug. 22 at 6:30 p.m. at Lakeside Christian Church located at 2300 S 21st St. in Escanaba. The concert is free, but a freewill offering will be collected.
For more information about MPK Celtic Band, visit mpkband.com. For additional questions, contact Ryan Gilroy at 219-798-2965.
Foster parents needed
ESCANABA — Upper Peninsula Family Solutions is seeking foster parents throughout the U.P. Foster parents must pass a background check, as well as several other clearances, to demonstrate a safe and positive home environment. Reach out to Sydnie Burtis at 906-273-1095 ext. 210 or burtiss@upfs.org for more information.
Steam and Gas Engine Association book
ESCANABA — “The Upper Peninsula Steam & Gas Engine Association: A Narrative History,” a book celebrating of the association’s first 50 years, will be available for purchase at the U.P. State Fair, during the association’s annual Labor Day Show, and during Christmas in the Village. The book is filled with pictures and stories about the group and its history. The price is $35.
Free Clothes Closet
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.
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