Steam and Gas Engine Association book

ESCANABA — “The Upper Peninsula Steam & Gas Engine Association: A Narrative History,” a book celebrating 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.

Wells Lions Club raffle winner named

WELLS — The winner of the Wells Lions Club 52 Week Raffle for the week of Aug. 4 is Mary Kallio, of Escanaba, who won $100. This was the first week of the raffle.

Trinity Pancake Brunch set for Aug. 9

STONINGTON — The 3rd Annual Trinity Pancake Brunch will take place Saturday, Aug. 9, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Stonington Community Hall, located at 5870 County 513 T Road.

Swedish pancakes are the highlight of the breakfast, along with buttermilk pancakes, bacon, sausage and more. Raffles, quilts, entertainment and 50/50 drawings will be happening.

The breakfast is sponsored by the Trinity Lutheran Church Women’s Group.

Escanaba Quarterback Club Meat Raffle

ESCANABA — The Escanaba Quarterback Club Meat Raffle will take place at the Escanaba Elks Lodge on Saturday, Aug. 9. The event is open to the public.

Nine meat raffle drawings will take place between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., with 30 minutes between drawings. Each drawing will include five meat items, with more than $2,100 in meat to be given away during the event. Tickets will be sold six for $5.

At 4 and 6 p.m., pistol raffles will take place. One pistol will be given away at each raffle.

A Crown Royal Basket raffle will take place at 5 p.m. with numerous bottles being given away.

The event will also include karaoke from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., and the kitchen will be open with a limited menu.

All proceeds will benefit the Escanaba Quarterback Club.

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.

Escanaba Class of 1965 reunion

ESCANABA — The 60th class reunion for the Escanaba Class of 1965 will be held at the Island Resort and Casino on Saturday, Sept. 6 and class members, friends and families are urged to get their paid reservations in by Aug. 11.

The reunion will be held in the Wold and Eagle conference rooms from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. and will include a buffet dinner with appetizers for $38 per person. Checks must be received before Aug. 11 so a payment and accurate count of those attending can be given to the casino.

Checks should be made payable to “Escanaba Class of 1965” and sent to Mark Miller, 5389 Portage Pt. 11.4 Lane, Escanaba, MI 49829.

For name tags, please include the name of the classmate and the name of the spouse or guest along with payment. Names can be changed later if needed.

So far, 55 people have paid to attend the reunion, with organizers hoping to see more than 80 at the event. The team of nine classmates who have attended planning meetings are hoping for a fun evening for all in attendance.

Additional information is available on the class’ Facebook page, “Escanaba Class of 1965”.

For any questions, call Miller at 906-786-1507.

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.

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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.