(Editor’s Note: Entries for Calendar are always welcome. The deadline is Friday at noon. 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.)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
The program, “A Matter of Balance” for those seniors with balance or falling issues will be held at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 10 a.m. to noon. Registration is required. Space is limited. This free program is sponsored by the Alcona County Commission on Aging and Region 9 Area Agency on Aging. Instructor is Liz McNichols. Call (989) 335-1777 to register and for details.
The 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 a box or bag. The church is located at 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Call (989) 727-3443 for more information.
The Alcona County Library Board will meet at the Mikado branch at 2 p.m. The public is welcome.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 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.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Story time 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.
A Tailgate event before the Alcona High School football game will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Alcona High School. Meet Alcona FFA members, compete in a cornhole tournament, purchase chili and cornbread, and more. All profit from this event will benefit the Alcona FFA Alumni & Supporters Association and be used to support FFA and agriscience education at Alcona Community Schools.
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addition program, will meet at 7 p.m. at Greenbush Community Baptist Church, 2430 S. State Street, Greenbush. For more information, contact Paster Caincross at (989) 569-1298.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
The Curran Black Bear Festival will be held at the Mitchell Township Hall and grounds starting at 9 a.m. Car show registrants may register until 11:30 a.m. The parade begins at 1 p.m., followed by kids games, cake walk, door prizes, cars on display, a craft show, food and music. Mitchell Township Hall is located near the corner of M-65 and Tower Road. For details, see www.curranblackbearfestival.com.
Discover a world of imagination, where heroes are born, and legends unfold in the lounge of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 11 a.m. for the new Dungeons and Dragons Club. For more details call, (989) 724-6796.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3
The Alcona County Baby Pantry is open from 4 to 6 p.m. at St. Raphael Church, 2531 E. F-30, Mikado. Alcona County residents with newborns through age four are eligible and welcome. This is not an income-based program. There is free formula, diapers, toys and new and gently used clothes and shoes. Layettes are available in the eighth month.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4
The Alcona County Baby Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Raphael Church, 2531 E. F-30, Mikado. Alcona County residents with newborns through age four are eligible and welcome. This is not an income-based program. There is free formula, diapers, toys and new and gently used clothes and shoes. Layettes are available in the eighth month.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5
Veterans are invited to join fellow comrades for coffee and fellowship between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Harrisville. For more info., call (989) 724-9581.
The Alcona County Baby Pantry is open from 4 to 6 p.m. at St. Raphael Church, 2531 E. F-30, Mikado. Alcona County residents with newborns through age four are eligible and welcome. This is not an income-based program. There is free formula, diapers, toys and new and gently used clothes and shoes. Layettes are available in the eighth month.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addition program, will meet at 7 p.m. at Greenbush Community Baptist Church, 2430 S. State Street, Greenbush. For more information, contact Paster Caincross at (989) 569-1298.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7
A Blessing of the Animals will be held at the Harrisville United Methodist Church beginning at 10 a.m. This is a family friendly and joyous event, plus a perfect photo opportunity. Everyone – humans and animals – are welcome.
The annual dinner and auction for the Alcona Humane Society will be held at Mariah Hall in Harrisville beginning at 5 p.m. with a social hour (cash bar available). Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and the silent auction, with many items to bid on, plus a jewelry raffle where every ticket owner wins. Tickets are available to purchase prior to the dinner at Precious Paws Resale Shoppe in Harrisville or the Alcona Humane Society (animal shelter), in Lincoln. Tickets are $15 per person and $10 for kids 10 and under.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11
The 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 a box or bag. The church is located at 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Call (989) 727-3443 for more information.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addition program, will meet at 7 p.m. at Greenbush Community Baptist Church, 2430 S. State Street, Greenbush. For more information, contact Paster Caincross at (989) 569-1298.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14
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.
There will be a Soup, Salad and Pie Dinner from 4 to 6 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 201 N. Second Street, Harrisville. Cost is $8 per person, $20 per family, and children under 6 are free. Beverage is included.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18
The Lincoln Pop-Up Pantry for Alcona County residents will be held at 3 p.m. at Cole’s Appliance storage building in Lincoln (near the AAA Credit Union) until the food is gone.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19
Veterans are invited to join fellow comrades for coffee and fellowship between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Harrisville. For more info., call (989) 724-9581.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addition program, will meet at 7 p.m. at Greenbush Community Baptist Church, 2430 S. State Street, Greenbush. For more information, contact Paster Caincross at (989) 569-1298.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25
The 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 a box or bag. The church is located at 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Call (989) 727-3443 for more information.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addition program, will meet at 7 p.m. at Greenbush Community Baptist Church, 2430 S. State Street, Greenbush. For more information, contact Paster Caincross at (989) 569-1298.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2
Veterans are invited to join fellow comrades for coffee and fellowship between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Harrisville. For more info., call (989) 724-9581.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addition program, will meet at 7 p.m. at Greenbush Community Baptist Church, 2430 S. State Street, Greenbush. For more information, contact Paster Caincross at (989) 569-1298.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8
The 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 a box or bag. The church is located at 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Call (989) 727-3443 for more information.
The Lincoln Pop-Up Pantry for Alcona County residents will be held at 3 p.m. at Cole’s Appliance storage building in Lincoln (near the AAA Credit Union) until the food is gone.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addition program, will meet at 7 p.m. at Greenbush Community Baptist Church, 2430 S. State Street, Greenbush. For more information, contact Paster Caincross at (989) 569-1298.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11
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.
