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Marquette – “Frozen Noses,” a story time for 2 and 3 year old children accompanied by a loving adult, will be offered on Monday, January 30 from 9:30 to 10 a.m. and again from 10:30 to 11 a.m. in the Children’s Room of the Peter White Public Library in Marquette.

For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwplinfo.

Ishpeming – Westwood High School will host a Financial Aid Meeting on Monday, January 30 at 7 p.m. in the Westwood High School Auditorium.

For more information, call 485-1023.

Escanaba – The Department of Natural Resources’ Western Upper Peninsula Citizens’ Advisory Council will meet on Monday, January 30 at 5:30 p.m. in rooms 952 and 958 in the Joseph Heirman University Center at Bay de Noc Community College, 2001 N. Lincoln Road, Escanaba.

DNR staff will present division reports, including a special report on restructuring of the Forest Management Division, and answer questions from council members and the public.

Marquette – The Superior Alliance for Independent Living’s Single Point for Activities and Recreation program will offer an arts and crafts class on Thursday, January 29 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the SAIL office,12 Wright Street in Marquette.

Participants will make a project they can take home at the end of class. The cost is $4 and advance registration is required, with class size limited to 20 participants.

Additional classes will be held on Thursdays, February 9 and 23, March 8 and 22.

For information or to register, call 228-5744 or visit www.upsail.com/events.php.

Marquette – The 11th Annual Culinary Journey will be offered on Sunday, January 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the U.P. Children’s Museum.

The fundraising evening will feature the region’s most talented chefs, their culinary creations from around the world, live entertainment provided by Jimmy Almen, and an ample selection of fine wines.

Tickets are $60 per person or $100 per couple. For ticket information, call 226-3911.

Marquette – The Noquemanon Ski Marathon has two new events and they are called “The Wild Side of the Noque.” The Animoush 12K Noque Skijor Race involves skiiers and their dogs and the World Championship Snow Bike 25K has snow bike racing.

The events will take place on Sunday, January 29 at 10 a.m. and follow the Noquemanon trail from the Forestville trail head and end at the Superior Dome.

If you’d like to volunteer at the race, they are still looking for help. Even if you can’t participate, come and cheer on the skiiers and their dogs.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit UPAWS, so a big thank you to the Wild Side of the Noque. For more details, visit their website at www.noquemanon.com

Republic – A homework club for students in the Republic-Michigamme schools will meet on Sunday, January 29 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Oasis in Republic.

Negaunee – A spaghetti dinner fundraiser for Cody Dagenais will be held on Saturday, January 28 from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Negaunee.

In addition to the dinner, there will be a silent auction, a bake sale, a raffle, 50/50 drawings and much more.

Cody is only 20 years old and has recently been diagnosed with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, a possible life-threatening skin condition. Proceeds from the benefit will go toward medical expenses.

A fund has also been set up at Marquette Catholic Credit Union under Cody Dagenais Benefit. For more information, call 228-7080.

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Manistique – 09/26/2011 – Revlon Lipstick may have an extensive array of colors that will compliment womens’ appearances and wardrobes but it can’t compare to the vibrant colors generated by nature that are currently highlighting our fall colors. The law of nature and nature’s God is telling us that another season of growth and development is coming to an end, yet even in the death of a seasonal growth stage, nature is declaring how glorious their growth season has been for this year. the richness of nature’s colors are all around but they won’t last long…take a drive and enjoy the scenery!!!!

Fall Colors in the UP are Here For Viewing

Marquette, MI- August 25, 2011 – Northern Michigan University and over 9,000 students, faculty, and staff are ongoing participants in NMU’s TLC notebook initiative. Registered students at NMU that have paid their tuition are eligible for a notebook computer.  NMU is one of few universities that provide students, faculty, and staff with a laptop computer.

Laptop Distribution at The Superior Dome

Teaching, Learning, and Communication notebook initiative promises each member of this program a new ThinkPad or MacBook every two years.  Art and design majors receive the MacBook computers and is associated with an additional $150 fee persemester.  Along with the current model computer, walk-in, telephone, and e-mail help desk and software support is offered.   Damages are fixed after a $50 deductible is paid and theft is covered with a $500 stolen insurance fee.  Wired, wireless, and dial-in internet network connectivity is pre-configured into each individual laptop.

Computer Distribution is Thursday, August 25 through Friday, August 26 at the Superior Dome on the campus of Northern Michigan University.  For more information visit here.

Fox Negaunee Great Lakes Radio Keys To A Great Summer Contest Giveaway

Ishpeming, Michigan -  July 20, 2011 – Jenny Laurin of Ishpeming took home the  Grand Prix GT in the Fox Negaunee & Great Lakes Radio’s Keys To A Great Summer Giveaway.

For More information and complete gallery, http://wfxd.com/media/5808/fox-negaunee-keys-great-summer-giveaway-jenny-laurin-wins/

Skandia Lions Community Day 2011 Gallery

Alger News

Modeltowners came to Mustangs gym.  With the score of Mustangs 12 and Modeltowners 7.  Halftime scorer Mustangs 27 and Modeltowners 19 .  After 3 periods Mustangs 34 and Modeltowners 36. High scorer DesJardin 21 points, and 8 rebounds.  Sowa with 6 points, and 12 rebounds.  And Immel with 6 points, abd 9 reboiunds. Fox Negaunee [...]

If you like outdoor winter activities and the thought of climbing ice formations holds an inviting image in your thoughts, that the Michigan Ice Fest is what your looking for. Thursday, February 2nd through Sunday, February 5th the opportunity to take on this challenge will be available to you. There will be classes, talks on [...]

The Hermatites came to the Mustangs gym pulled ahead Mustangs   and Hermatites   .  At halftime score was Mustangs 39 and Hermatites 24.  After 3 periods score was Mustangs 56 and Hermatites 31. High scorers Oas with 26  points, 3 steals, and 3 rebounds.  Webster with 15 point all f rom the 3 point lines. Fox [...]

Munising – Open Jam and Game Night will be offered on Wednesday, January 25 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Falling Rock Cafe and Bookstore in Munising. You can join in and play along or sit and listen and play games. Suggested Cover Charge: $5 Adults; $1 child; $20 Family. For more information, call [...]