(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, APRIL 17
Homeschoolers, seasoned and/or curious, are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to offer inspiration and camaraderie for school-aged children. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
Seniors are welcome to spend the afternoon playing games from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Alcona County Senior Center in Lincoln.
The Lincoln Pop-Up Pantry will be held at 3 p.m. at Cole’s Appliance storage building by AAA Credit Union in Lincoln until the food is gone.
THURSDAY, APRIL 18
Veterans and spouses and widow(er)s are invited to join other retired military members for a drop-in 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 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.
The first meeting of the Coast Guard Auxiliary will be held at 6 p.m. at the U.S. Coast Guard station, 202 Park Place, Alpena. More members are needed to help cover the season, which is April to October from Rogers City to Sturgeon Point. For more details, call John Knapp at (989) 354-5010 or Matt Mousseau at (989) 255-5511.
FRIDAY, APRIL 19
There will be a children’s craft activity and story time at 10:30 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. Learning about financial literacy is featured with a special book and activities from “Owl + Otter” For information, call (989) 724-6796.
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addiction 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, APRIL 20
Forge new friendships, learn to strategize and be creative in the teen-exclusive Dungeons & Dragons Club, which meets from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., which meets upstairs at the Hollyhock Emporium in Harrisville. For more details, call (989) 724-6796.
MONDAY, APRIL 22
Learn how to make a dessert stand during the “Make & Take” crafting session from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Alcona Senior Center, 207 Church Street, Lincoln. There is limited seating for this session, call (989) 334-3466 to register and for details.
It’s a potluck of palates and a feast of friendship at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library with the Cookbook Club, which meets at 5 p.m. Select a recipe from March’s cookbook available at the circulation desk. Select a recipe, make it and share with fellow club members. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
TUESDAY, APRIL 23
The Alcona County Commission on Aging board meeting will be held at 10 a.m. at the Alcona Senior Center, 207 Church Street, Lincoln. The public is welcome to attend.
Practice ukulele at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10 a.m. Ukuleles are available for checkout and players of all skill levels are welcome. The ability to read music is not required. For more details, call (989) 724-6796.
Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.
A free blood pressure clinic is available to seniors at 2 p.m. at the Alcona Senior Center, 207 Church Street, Lincoln. For more information, call (989) 334-3466.
Learn about world of morel mushrooms from Anthony Williams, “the Mushroom Guy,” as he discusses foraging, identifying and enjoying these spring-time elusive fungi. This free event begins at 6 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. For details, call (989) 724-6796.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24
Homeschoolers, seasoned and/or curious, are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to offer inspiration and camaraderie for school-aged children. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
The Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church, 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Clients are asked to come one time per month and must be present to receive food. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Clients are accepted regardless of where they live. Bring a box or bag. Call (989) 727-3443 for details.
The Alcona County Library Board and the Curtis Township Library Board of Trustees will meet in the conference room of the Curtis Township Library in Glennie at 2 p.m. Call (989) 724-6796 or (989) 735-2601 for information.
Celebrate “Western Night” from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Alcona Senior Center. Attendees are encouraged to wear county/western outfits. The meal will be served at 5 p.m. and includes chili, cornbread, pickled beets and peaches. A $3 donation is suggested for folks 60 and over and for anyone under age 59, the cost is $6. For more information, call (989) 334-3466.
Individuals are invited to join the newly formed Glennie Book Club, which meets the last Wednesday of every month for a journey through the pages of thought-provoking stories at the Curtis Township Library branch in Glennie at 3 p.m. Meet at the side entrance. Call (989) 735-2601 for more information.
Join local high school teacher, Andrew Wolfgang, as he shares many opportunities to find unique birds in Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary. He will explain where and when to find unique birds and the ecology of Great Lakes birds will be discussed including why 2024 is going to be a great year to view birds along Lake Huron. There is no charge for admission. The event begins at 7 p.m. at the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena. For more information, call (989) 884-6200 or view thunderbay.noaa.gov and thunderbayfriends.org.
THURSDAY, APRIL 25
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.
The first book sale of the year will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. There is a treasure trove of books spanning every genre imaginable. Call (989) 724-6796, for details.
Join the newly organized Quilt Club at the Alcona Senior Center, 207 Church Street, Lincoln, at 2 p.m. in the dining room. Seniors are welcome to bring in completed quilting squares and/or quilts. For more information, call Megan at (989) 334-3466.
FRIDAY, APRIL 26
The first book sale of the year will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. There is a treasure trove of books spanning every genre imaginable. Call (989) 724-6796, for details.
There will be a children’s craft activity and story time at 10:30 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. Learning about financial literacy is featured with a special book and activities from “Owl + Otter” For information, call (989) 724-6796.
The Northeast MI Genealogical Society will present “Exploring Your Roots” at the Alpena Public Library at 12:30 p.m. A tour of the special collections and archives will be included in this presentation. Admission is free.
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addiction 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.
Helping Addicts’ Loved Ones (HALO) will meet at the Greenbush Community Baptist Church, 2430 S. State Street, Greenbush at 7 p.m. For details contact Pastor Caincross at (989) 569-1298.
The ninth annual celebrity basketball game with the Alpena DARE All Stars and the Lions Superstars will begin at 7 p.m. at the Alpena Thunder Bay Junior High School gymnasium, 3500 South Third Ave, Alpena. Proceeds go to the Alpena DARE Foundation and will benefit drug awareness and law enforcement scholarships in local schools. Tickets are $25 or two tickets for $40, and family tickets for $50. Order tickets online at aplenadare.publicsafety.com. For more details, or to get tickets via phone, call (800) 810-7410.
SATURDAY, APRIL 27
The first book sale of the year will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. There is a treasure trove of books spanning every genre imaginable. Call (989) 724-6796, for details.
Forge new friendships, learn to strategize and be creative in the teen-exclusive Dungeons & Dragons Club, which meets from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., which meets upstairs at the Hollyhock Emporium in Harrisville. For more details, call (989) 724-6796.
Everyone is invited to the annual Alcona GospelFest sponsored by Inspiration Alcona. Ecumenical choir rehearsal begins at 10 a.m. and goes on until the free community concert at 4 p.m. at New Life Lutheran Church, 25 Kirche in the Woods, Spruce. For more information and choir registration, call Lynn at (989) 657-4773, or go to InspirationAlcona.org. The church is located six miles north of M-72 off of Hubbard Lake Road.
TUESDAY, APRIL 30
Practice ukulele at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10 a.m. Ukuleles are available for checkout and players of all skill levels are welcome. The ability to read music is not required. For more details, call (989) 724-6796.
Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.
The Alcona County Baby Pantry is open from 4:30 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, MAY 1
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.
NE Michigan UAW Retirees RWC No. 31474 will meet at 11 a.m. at JJ’s Steak and Pizza House, 411 2nd Ave., Alpena. There will be representatives from the UAW Trust and BCBS at the meeting. Attendees can have lunch for $8. Social hour begins at 10:30 a.m. For more information, contact David Fletcher, chairman, at (248) 444-1193.
Homeschoolers, seasoned and/or curious, are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to offer inspiration and camaraderie for school-aged children. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
THURSDAY, MAY 2
Veterans and spouses and widow(er)s are invited to join other retired military members for a drop-in 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 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, MAY 3
There will be a children’s craft activity and story time at 10:30 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. Learning about financial literacy is featured with a special book and activities from “Owl + Otter” For information, call (989) 724-6796.
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addiction 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, MAY 4
Forge new friendships, learn to strategize and be creative in the teen-exclusive Dungeons & Dragons Club, which meets from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., which meets upstairs at the Hollyhock Emporium in Harrisville. For more details, call (989) 724-6796.
TUESDAY, MAY 7
Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8
The Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church, 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Clients are asked to come one time per month and must be present to receive food. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Clients are accepted regardless of where they live. Bring a box or bag. Call (989) 727-3443 for details.
THURSDAY, MAY 9
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, MAY 10
There will be a children’s craft activity and story time at 10:30 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. Learning about financial literacy is featured with a special book and activities from “Owl + Otter” For information, call (989) 724-6796.
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addiction 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, MAY 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.
TUESDAY, MAY 14
Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
Veterans and spouses and widow(er)s are invited to join other retired military members for a drop-in 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 Lincoln Pop-Up Pantry will be held at 3 p.m. at Cole’s Appliance storage building by AAA Credit Union in Lincoln until the food is gone.
THURSDAY, MAY 16
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, MAY 17
CrossRoads Recovery, a faith-based addiction 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.
TUESDAY, MAY 21
Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
The Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church, 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, Hubbard Lake. Clients are asked to come one time per month and must be present to receive food. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Clients are accepted regardless of where they live. Bring a box or bag. Call (989) 727-3443 for details.