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Wells Lions Club raffle winner
ESCANABA -- The $100 winner of the Wells Lions Club's 52-week raffle for week nine, dated Sept. 28, is Lori Neurohr of Gladstone.
Lakeview Cemetery decorations
ESCANABA -- The Lakeview Cemetery Association asks the public to remove summer decorations, flowers and loose items from sites in the cemetery, located at 2110 3rd Ave S, by Oct. 1 to prepare the grounds for the winter season.
Eskymo Fan Club membership
The Eskymo Fan Club memberships are open to all Eskymo fans, parents and alumni. Just a few things the Fan Club supports each year includes all post season play expenses for all teams, helps update team facilities, pays for all athletic awards and plaques, plus purchases equipment. Yearly membership levels include individuals for $25, couples $for $30 and businesses for $50. If you aren’t a member of the Fan Club and would like to show your support for all Eskymo teams and players, please visit our website at www.eskymofanclub.org and click on membership.
Memoir-writing class
ESCANABA -- A six-week memoir-writing class is held Friday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Gary Abrahamson Enrichment Center in Escanaba. It began Aug. 28 and goes through Oct. 2. There is no cost, but students are asked to bring their own writing supplies. For more information or to sign up, call 906-428-2843.
Donation of Books Needed
The Delta County League of Women Voters is looking for donations of books, audio books, and DVD's to be sold at its annual book sale at the Waterfront Art Festival. They are also in need of large print books, which are often requested.
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. The League is not able to accept and store large quantities of books and requests that the books meet the donation criteria.
Books can be delivered during normal business hours to their drop-off site in the Ludington Centre, 1112 Ludington Street. Use the 11th street entrance and look for their sign straight ahead in Suite 208. You can also call Pat Rudden, 906-280-1789 for pick up.
Bay de Noc Choral Society rehearses
ESCANABA -- The Bay de Noc Choral Society has started rehearsing for their Christmas Concert on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 819 1st Ave. S. in Escanaba. Members, please note the change of venue. The four-part choir is welcoming new singers in all parts with no auditions. Those with questions may call Sue at 906-786-2464.
Adult Bible study
ESCANABA -- An adult faith Bible study will be held at Holy Name Catholic School in the multi-purpose room every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m.
Bay Sages meeting
ESCANABA -- The regular monthly meeting of Bay Sages will be held today at 10 a.m. in the Joseph Heirman University Center at Bay de Noc Community College. Guest speaker this month is Jeanne Rose, who is digging into the history of Lake View Cemetery. Food items and monetary donations for the Bay College Food Pantry are gratefully accepted at all meetings.
Bay Sages is an organization established to provide educational opportunities for older adults residing in the Delta County area. Dues are $20 for the year and include monthly meetings, coffee, muffins and cookies and a wide variety of educational opportunities for members. Guests and new members are always welcome to attend. The new season started in August, therefore dues are payable now at the meeting or can be mailed to Bay Sages at Bay College.
Rapid River Congregational Church rummage sale
RAPID RIVER -- The Rapid River Congregational Church fall rummage sale will be held Oct. 2-3. 7891 Cleveland St in Rapid River. The sale will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days with a bag day on Saturday. Bake sale and lunch will be available available.
Brews for Boobs
ESCANABA -- Saturday, Oct. 3, the Delta County Cancer Allience will be hosting a Brews for Boobs fundraising event. October is noted as Breast Cancer Awareness Month where many organizations work together to provide fundraising opportunities to support our family, friends and neighbors diagnosed with cancer.
The Brews for Boobs event will be held at the Church Brewery, Saturday from 3-6 p.m. Boppin’ Betty Food Truck will be open starting at 3 p.m. and live music by Singe will be preforming from 6-9 p.m. The event will have Brews, great food, music, bucket raffles, bake sale, Evermore Jewelry Display and special event shirts and drinks.
All proceeds from this event will be used to support local breast cancer patients.
Pink Pumpkin 5K
GLADSTONE -- The 14th-annual Pink Pumpkin 5K will be held Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Gladstone Pavilion in Van Cleve Park. Registration begins at 9 a.m., and an opening ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Kids’ games, bucket and 50/50 raffles, a bake sale and hot dogs will be available. Proceeds from the event will benefit individuals and families in Delta County battling cancer.
Local PEO fundraiser
ESCANABA -- The EE chapter of the Philanthropic Educational Organization is hosting a fundraiser at Culver's in Escanaba on Wednesday, October 7th, from 4-8 p.m.
Culver's will donate 10% of all sales during these hours to support local scholarships and Michigan families in need. Please join us for dinner to support a great cause.
Church rummage sale in Rapid River
RAPID RIVER -- The Rapid River Congregational Church fall rummage sale will be held Oct. 2-3 at 7891 Cleveland Street, Rapid River, MI from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days with bag day on Saturday. A bake sale and lunch will be available.
Fall fest and quilt auction
CRYSTAL FALLS – Fortune Lake Lutheran Camp welcomes the changing season with its annual Fall Fest and Quilt Auction Saturday, October 3 beginning at 9:30 a.m. CDT.
Guests may enjoy a continental breakfast in the camp's dining hall from 9:30 to 10:30, browse a bake sale featuring home-made breads, then move to the auditorium to view 80 colorful quilts ranging in size from throws to kings. A corner store will offer numerous smaller hand-crafted items including tied comforters and several unique pieces will be presented in a draffle format.
The auction itself begins at 11:00 with Pastor Soren Schmidt of Chassell calling for bids on 30 juried quilts. The other 50 quilts will be auctioned using a virtual format beginning September 23. To participate in the virtual auction, register online at fortunelake.org and follow simple bidding and payment instructions. The virtual auction closes October 3 at 5:00 p.m. CDT.
Circle of Hope cancer support group
ESCANABA -- The Circle of Hope cancer support group will be holding meetings the second Thursday of each month between 3 and 4 p.m. at the Gary Abrahamson Jr., Music, Arts, and Life Enrichment Center at 2635 First Ave S in Escanaba. The next meeting is set for Oct. 8.
The group aims to provide a welcoming and supportive space for individuals affected by cancer to share, connect, and find strength together. For questions, call the Delta County Cancer Alliance at 906-786-0854.
Delta County Democrats October meeting
ESCANABA -- The next meeting of the Delta County Democrats is on Wednesday, October 7 at the USW Hall, 1201 Sheridan Road, Escanaba and on Zoom. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m., with the meeting beginning at 7 p.m. New members and guests are welcome. For more information, contact deltademsmi@gmail.com or at Facebook.com/MIDeltaDems.
Menominee County Chapter of MARSP October meeting
MENOMINEE - The Menominee County Chapter of the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) will meet on Thursday, October 9, at the Little Nugget Clubhouse on East County Rd. 338 in Carbondale. Registration 11-11:25 a.m. CDT. The luncheon will be served at 11:30 a.m. CDT followed by the program and a short business meeting. The luncheon will be an Italian dinner at a cost of $15. The program will be presented by Mary Theis. She will tell us about preparing our perennial plantings for winter. Members are asked to bring nonperishable food items to be donated to the Mid-County Food Pantry.
For late reservations or cancellations members should contact Linda Linczeski at 906-863-8892 or llinczeski@hotmail.com.
Cookers needed
ESCANABA -- St. Joseph and St. Patrick Parish is seeking cookers for their annual Soup ‘R Chili Challenge to be held on Saturday, Oct. 10th at 5 p.m. in the parish hall.
It is Free to register your soup or chili in the event. Contact the parish office at 906-789-6244 or register online at sjspescanaba.org.
Michigan Parkinson Foundation support group meeting
ESCANABA -- The Michigan Parkinson Foundation support group for Escanaba and the surrounding areas meets the second Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. The next meeting is Oct. 13, at 1 p.m. at the Community Action Agency, 507 1st Ave. North, Escanaba. Everyone is welcome to attend, people with Parkinson’s, their families, and caregivers. For more information call Dianna Lawson at 906-399-3706.
Harvest Moon 5k
ESCANABA -- The Northern Lights YMCA will be hosting a Harvest Moon 5k Run/Walk on Friday, Oct. 16 beginning at 8 p.m. This nighttime 5K is for all ages and fitness levels. Glow gear is encouraged. Prize and refreshments will be available. For more information or to sign up, visit www.nlymca.com, call 906-789-0005, email tlancour@nlymca.com, or stop by at the front desk at 2000 N 30th St.
YMCA Fall Family Festival
ESCANABA -- The Northern Lights YMCA - Delta Center is inviting families from across the community to celebrate the fall season at its annual Fall Family Festival on Saturday, October 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the YMCA's main location, 2000 North 30th Street in Escanaba.
The annual Fall Family Festival is a completely free community event designed to bring families together for an afternoon of fun, connection, and celebration. Families can enjoy games, prizes, a raffle, bounce house, concessions, and a variety of community resources and YMCA partners who will be onsite throughout the event.
Following the festival, families are invited to head over to the Aquatics Center and enjoy FREE SWIM from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
The event provides an opportunity for families to enjoy activities together while also learning more about the local organizations, programs, and resources available throughout the community.
The Fall Family Festival is open to families of all ages, and there is no cost to attend. Children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the event.
Delta County Cancer Alliance seeks Donations
ESCANABA -- The Delta County Cancer Alliance (DCCA) is in need of bed pads. Many of the DCCA’s clients who are going through cancer treatments appreciate the convenience of using bed pads for comfort and cleanliness at a very challenging time. The DCCA will accept donations at their office, 1230 N. 18th St. (at the rear of Christ the King Lutheran Church), from Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Gladstone church offers clothing
GLADSTONE -- The Memorial United Methodist Church at 1920 Lake Shore Drive in Gladstone has a free clothes closet with coats, and shoes available in most sizes. Hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays or by appointment by calling 906-428-9311. Donations are also accepted.
Delta Animal Shelter requests donations
ESCANABA -- The Delta Animal Shelter is in need of the following donations: Purina Cat Chow (blue bag), Purina Kitten Chow (yellow bag), NutriSource chicken/rice dog food, Purina One chicken/rice dog food, canned dog food, canned cat/kitten food, soft dog treats, scoopable cat litter, clay cat litter, bleach, liquid Lysol, paper towels, dish soap, garbage bags, power laundry detergent, hand sanitizer, dog collars/leashes, rabbit food and hay.
Monetary donations would be exceptionally helpful, especially with the amount of medical and police cases. Donations can be dropped off at the shelter, 6975 County Road 426, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday or outside the building in the donation box.
Tri-County Safe Harbor book discussion
ESCANABA -- Tri-County Safe Harbor will host a free community book club-style discussion of “Memorial Drive,” the award-winning memoir by Natasha Trethewey, at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. Light refreshments will be provided.
The public is invited to read the book and join the discussion, which is being held as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A limited number of copies of “Memorial Drive” have been donated for community members who would like to participate but cannot afford to purchase the book. Copies are also available for pickup at Tri-County Safe Harbor, 905 First Ave. S., Escanaba, and can be found in area libraries.
Questions about the book discussion can be directed at (906) 789-1166 or toll-free at 1-800-682-1649.
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