Calendar of Events
(Editor’s Note: Entries for Calendar are always welcome. They will be published in chronological order as space allows. Entries should be turned in at least two weeks prior to the date of the event. Events sponsored by businesses or individuals to make a profit or governmental units for meeting notification are not eligible for this free public service. Sorry, bingo, garage sales, raffle ticket sales, or political campaigning information is not eligible.)
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20
October’s craft session for teenagers ages 12-18 will be paint pouring. It will begin at 2 p.m. Call (989) 724-6796 to register for this free program.
Alcona Needle Crafters will meet from 1-3 p.m. upstairs in the Senior Center in Lincoln. All levels of needle crafters are welcome. For more information, call (989) 736-3999.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21
Veterans, and their relatives, are welcome to join fellow comrades for coffee and fellowship from 9 to 11 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Harrisville.
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
TOPS 1502 Mikado will begin with weigh-in at 9 a.m. and the meeting at 9:15 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2531 East F-30, Mikado. All are welcome. First visit is free. Handicap accessible. For more information, call (989) 736-8022 or (989) 739-8600.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22
Storytime and a craft activity for children will be held at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10:30 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for details.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23
A Community Baby Shower will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Harrisville. This event is to help support the Alcona County Baby Pantry for Alcona County families. Those attending are asked to bring a gift to stock the baby pantry. Items needed: diapers sizes 3 to 6, bottles, socks, underwear, new clothing, gift cards or monetary donations. For more information, call Heather at (989) 657-1120. Everyone is invited to attend. Refreshments available.
Pumpkin carving for participants ages 10 and up will be held at 1:30 p.m. at the Alcona County Library in Harrisville. Clay modeling tools will be used to carve scary details into pumpkins with instruction from Spencer Scharf. Space is limited. Call (989) 724-6796 to register for this free program supported by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and Art in the Loft.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 25
Ladies of any denomination are invited to attend the Bible study hosted by Solid Rock Church of God featuring “Women of the Bible” at 10 a.m. Refreshments will be served. The church is located at 160 N. Barlow Road, Lincoln – across from Alcona Health Center. For more information, contact Darlene Ramey at (734) 718-7760.
Craftomania for Adults will be held at the Alcona County Library in Harrisville from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The project for October is a burlap Poinsettia. There is a $5 charge. Call (989) 724-6796 to register.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26
Euchre is played at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27
The Alcona County Library Board will meet at the Harrisville branch at 2 p.m.
Children of all ages are invited to Homeschoolers at the Library for a fun and educational activity at the Alcona County Library in Harrisville at 1 p.m. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church. Clients are asked to come only one time per month and must be present to receive food. Recipients must remain in their vehicle for curbside pickup and follow volunteer traffic control. The pantry accepts clients regardless of county residence. Identification is required. Bring box or bag. The church is located at 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Call (989) 727-3606 for more information.
Alcona Needle Crafters will meet from 1-3 p.m. upstairs in the Senior Center in Lincoln. All levels of needle crafters are welcome. For more information, call (989) 736-3999.
An artists’ reception for the Northeast Michigan Artists’ Guild will be held at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 1:30 p.m. Art will be on display until December 1. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
TOPS 1502 Mikado will begin with weigh-in at 9 a.m. and the meeting at 9:15 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2531 East F-30, Mikado. All are welcome. First visit is free. Handicap accessible. For more information, call (989) 736-8022 or (989) 739-8600.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29
Storytime and a craft activity for children will be held at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10:30 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for details.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31
The Curtis Township Library in Glennie will have a drive-thru Halloween party from 5 to 7 p.m. with candy and prizes. Call (989) 735-2601 for more information.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1
Ladies of any denomination are invited to attend the Bible study hosted by Solid Rock Church of God featuring “Women of the Bible” at 10 a.m. Refreshments will be served. The church is located at 160 N. Barlow Road, Lincoln – across from Alcona Health Center. For more information, contact Darlene Ramey at (734) 718-7760.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2
Euchre is played at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Veterans, and their relatives, are welcome to join fellow comrades for coffee and fellowship from 9 to 11 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Harrisville.
TOPS 1502 Mikado will begin with weigh-in at 9 a.m. and the meeting at 9:15 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2531 East F-30, Mikado. All are welcome. First visit is free. Handicap accessible. For more information, call (989) 736-8022 or (989) 739-8600.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8
Ladies of any denomination are invited to attend the Bible study hosted by Solid Rock Church of God featuring “Women of the Bible” at 10 a.m. Refreshments will be served. The church is located at 160 N. Barlow Road, Lincoln – across from Alcona Health Center. For more information, contact Darlene Ramey at (734) 718-7760.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 9
The Alcona County Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Board will meet at 10:30 a.m. in the Commissioner’s Meeting room in the lower level of the Alcona County Building located at 106 Fifth Street in Harrisville. For more information, contact Tammy Ranger at (989) 619-5865.
Euchre is played at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church. Clients are asked to come only one time per month and must be present to receive food. Recipients must remain in their vehicle for curbside pick up and follow volunteer traffic control. The pantry accepts clients regardless of county residence. Identification is required. Bring box or bag. The church is located at 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Call (989) 727-3606 for more information.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11
TOPS 1502 Mikado will begin with weigh-in at 9 a.m. and the meeting at 9:15 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2531 East F-30, Mikado. All are welcome. First visit is free. Handicap accessible. For more information, call (989) 736-8022 or (989) 739-8600.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13
The Alcon Recycle Alcona County will hold drop off day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the ARA site on Barlow Road in Lincoln. Enter and exit through the north gate. For more information, call (989) 724-5077.
Alcona County Food Pantry will be open from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Harrisville United Methodist Church, 217 State Street, Harrisville.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15
Ladies of any denomination are invited to attend the Bible study hosted by Solid Rock Church of God featuring “Women of the Bible” at 10 a.m. Refreshments will be served. The church is located at 160 N. Barlow Road, Lincoln – across from Alcona Health Center. For more information, contact Darlene Ramey at (734) 718-7760.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16
Euchre is played at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18
Veterans, and their relatives, are welcome to join fellow comrades for coffee and fellowship from 9 to 11 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Harrisville.
TOPS 1502 Mikado will begin with weigh-in at 9 a.m. and the meeting at 9:15 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 2531 East F-30, Mikado. All are welcome. First visit is free. Handicap accessible. For more information, call (989) 736-8022 or (989) 739-8600.
