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(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, MAY 22

“Golden Grocery Giveaway” (Formally known as CSFP/Commodity Supplemental Food Program) will be held from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Plainfield Township Community Center, 415 E. Main Street, Hale.

“Golden Grocery Giveaway” (Formally known as CSFP/Commodity Supplemental Food Program) will be held from noon to 12:30 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 5300 N. US-23, Oscoda.

Homeschoolers, seasoned 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 of Trustees will meet in the conference room of the Lincoln branch of the Alcona County Library at 2 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.

THURSDAY, MAY 23

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.

A community meeting for tiny houses on wheels will be held at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The evening will begin with potluck finger foods and refreshment social time and at 6 p.m. an informative discussion about living in a tiny house on wheels. Everyone is welcome.

FRIDAY, MAY 24

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. 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 25

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 28

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.

The Sunrise Gardening Club will hold its regular monthly meeting at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library beginning 12:30 p.m., followed by a presentation by Christine Brackett on “Birds in the Garden” at 1 p.m. A business meeting will be held after the presentation. Guests are invited to attend.

Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln starting at 12:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29

The Glennie Book Club will meet at 3 p.m. at the Curtis Township Library branch in Glennie. Participants should meet at the side entrance. Call (989) 735-2601 for more information.

THURSDAY, MAY 30

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 31

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.

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

The Harrisville Farmers’ Market is held at the Harrisville Harbor, upper level, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Available items each week will be posted on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Harrisvilleharbor?mibextid=JRoKGi.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4

Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln starting at 12:30 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, JUNE 5

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.

THURSDAY, JUNE 6

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, JUNE 7

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

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.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

A groundbreaking ceremony will be held for the new Hubbard Lake Community Center and library at 2 p.m. A reception will be held following the ceremony. Everyone is welcome. The center is located at 1561 Hubert Road, Hubbard Lake.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln starting at 12:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

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.

SATURDAY, JUNE 15

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln starting at 12:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.

THURSDAY, JUNE 20

FRIDAY, JUNE 21

SATURDAY, JUNE 22

TUESDAY, JUNE 25

Play euchre at the Lincoln Senior Center, lower level, 207 Church Street, Lincoln starting at 12:30 p.m. All seniors are welcome to participate in this free activity.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

FRIDAY, JUNE 28

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.