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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.
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.
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.
Onagomingkway Chapter, NSDAR meeting
MARQUETTE -- The Onagomingkway Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its next meeting on Sept. 19 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Attendees should bring lunch and will and spend an afternoon learning about DAR’s patriotic, educational and historic preservation opportunities. With questions, please call Melissa at 906-226-7836.
Escanaba Eagles breakfast
ESCANABA -- The Escanaba Eagles Aerie 1088 will be serving an old-fashioned breakfast at 608 Ludington Street on Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The public is welcome to attend. There will be parking in the front on the newly paved Ludington Street and behind the venue.
Conservation district budget
DELTA COUNTY -- The proposed budget of the Delta County Conservation District for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1 will be presented to the Delta Conservation District Board for final approval at the regular monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Sept. 23, located at the Delta County Service Center Board Room at 2950 College Ave. in Escanaba. The public is invited to comment on the proposed budget currently. Copies of the budget are available at the Delta Conservation District Office, located at 2003 Minneapolis Ave. in Gladstone.
St. Thomas pasty sale
EACANABA -- St. Thomas will be selling fresh pasties on Sept. 23 and 24. Pasties can be picked up between 2 and 5 p.m. at 1820 9th Ave. N. in Escanaba. First come, first served.
Memorial United Methodist Church rummage sale
GLADSTONE -- The Memorial United Methodist Church will be hosting their fall rummage sale Sept. 24-26 at 1920 Lake Shore Drive, Gladstone. The sale will be from 2-7 p.m. on Sept., 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 25 and 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sept. 26.
The sale will include a wide variety of household items for low costs. All clothing is free.
Escanaba Class of '76 reunion
ESCANABA -- The Escanaba High School Class of 1976 has scheduled its 50th reunion for Sept. 26 at the Highland Golf Course. A schedule of events for the weekend and registration materials will be provided on the class Facebook page, Escanaba Class of 1976, or by email.
Class members are encouraged to join the Facebook page or send an email requesting information to eskyclassof76@gmail.com. To have information mailed, call or text Pat Rudden at 906-280-1789. A schedule of events will be provided on the Facebook page closer to the reunion date.
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.
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 6-7 p.m. starting Sept. 23.
American Legion Post 71 Croatian Chicken Dinner
GLADSTONE -- The American Legion Post 71 will be putting on a Croatian chicken dinner Sept. 27 from 3-6 p.m. at 802 Delta Ave. Gladstone, MI. The dinner will include Baked potatoes, cole slaw, dinner rolls and dessert. Seating will be available to dine in when picking up an order. All orders should be placed ahead of time. Orders can be placed by calling 906-428-1050.
Delta County Genealogical Society
ESCANABA -- The Delta County Genealogical Society meeting is Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at a different location for this month only, will be at the Delta County Historical Museum Archives. The public is invited to attend. The society will be given a tour of the archives to see what is new. There will be an annual meeting after the tour by Karen Lindquist. For more information, call Richard Reiffers at 906-233-9261.
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 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.
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.; an opening ceremony is 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.
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.
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.
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