Emergency Disaster Plan Presentation Jan. 14
December 29, 2006
Forsyth Township Firs Department Chief Miron Hillock will present the Township Emergency Disaster Plan on Sunday, January 14 at 2 p.m. at VFW Post 5670 in Gwinn. Mr. Hillock will speak about what has been done in Forsyth Township to prepare for a disaster. Township Supervisor Chris Adams, who is also FEMA certified, will be presnet to answer any questions. Refreshments will follow the presentation, compliments of the Gwinn VFW Auxiliary. The public is urged to attend.
Snowshoeing and Vegan Potluck Jan. 14
December 27, 2006
A Snowshoeing and Vegan Potluck will be held on Sunday, January 14 at noon at Dancing Crane Farm in Skandia. Curious meat-eaters, aspiring and current vegetarians and vegans are all welcome. For directions and other information, contact Carrie at northernvegans@aol.com.
Blood Pressure./Blood Sugar Checks Jan. 12
December 27, 2006
Free blood pressure/blood sugar checks and $5 cholesterol checks will be offered by Upper Peninsula Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty on Friday, January 12 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Tilden Township Hall. For more information, call 475-4545 or (800) 435-7177.
Artist Reception Jan. 11
December 27, 2006
The Marquette Arts and Culture Center presents “Memory and Place” a visual arts exhibition by Copper Country artist, Phyllis Fredenall through the end of January. A public reception for the artist will be held on Thursday, January 11 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Art Center Gallery in the lower level of the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. There is no admission charge. For more information, call (906) 228-0472
Blood Pressure./Blood Sugar Checks Jan. 11
December 27, 2006
Free blood pressure/blood sugar checks and $5 cholesterol checks will be offered by Upper Peninsula Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty on Thursday, January 11 from 1 to 2 p.m. at Warner Creek in Palmer. For more information, call 475-4545 or (800) 435-7177.
Blood Pressure./Blood Sugar Checks Jan. 10
December 27, 2006
Free blood pressure/blood sugar checks and $5 cholesterol checks will be offered by Upper Peninsula Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty on Wednesday, January 10 from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Tourville North Apartments. For more information, call 475-4545 or (800) 435-7177.
Bariatric Surgery Support Group Meeting Jan. 8
December 27, 2006
A Bariatric Surgery Support Group will meet Monday, January 8 at 6:30 p.m. in the 3rd floor conference room of Marquette General Hospital in Marquette. For more information, call Gail Nelson at 225-1717 or contact Mary Disch at mdisch@ironbay.net or 346-6731.
Christian Women's Connection Brunch Jan. 11
December 27, 2006
All women are welcome to attend the Christian Women's Connection “Warming Hearts” brunch on Thursday, January 11 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Northwoods Supper Club in Marquette. A special skit, “Knitting with Love” with Jeannette and Judy will be included and Mae Robinson will speak on “Dreams, Disappointments and Contentment.” For reservations, call Dorothy at 486-9464.
Bay Cliff Christmas Open House Dec. 29
December 27, 2006
A Bay Cliff Christmas Open House will be held on Friday, December 29 from 3 to 8 p.m. in the Big House at Bay Cliff in Big Bay.
Manistique Caregivers Support Group Meeting Jan. 9
December 26, 2006
The Manistique Caregivers Support Group will meet on Tuesday, January 9 at 1:30 p.m. in the Light House Room of Hiawatha Behavioral Health, 125 N. Lake St. in Manistique. For more information, call Barb Pohlman at (906) 341-4684. Also, the Escanaba Caregivers Support Group will meet at 2 p.m. For site location or for other group information, contact Darlene Smith at 497-5244.
Blood Pressure./Blood Sugar Checks Jan. 9
December 26, 2006
Free blood pressure/blood sugar checks and $5 cholesterol checks will be offered by Upper Peninsula Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty on Tuesday, January 9 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at the Michigamme Community Building. For more information, call 475-4545 or (800) 435-7177.
Nativity Collection on Display Jan. 6
December 26, 2006
“There is Room in the Inn,” an open house display of Nativities from around the world in various art media, will be on exhibit on Saturday, January 6 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the home of Fred and Carol Margrif at 128 Timberlane in Harvey. Donations will be accepted for the Marquette County Habitat for Humanity's building projects. For more information, call 249-9975.
Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Checks Jan. 5
December 26, 2006
Free blood pressure/blood sugar checks and $5 cholesterol checks will be offered by Upper Peninsula Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty on Friday, January 5 from 11 a.m. to noon at Superior Iron Range Community Federal Credit Union in Negaunee. For more information, call 475-4545 or (800) 435-7177.
“First Steps in Caregiving” Jan. 4
December 22, 2006
“First Steps in Caregiving” will be held on Thursday, January 4 at 1:30 p.m. at the Ishpeming Senior Center at 320 S. Pine St. Jean Whitman-Shelby from the Alzheimer's Association will host a multi-session program for primary care partners and for those diagnosed with early stage memory loss. There is no charge, and refreshments will be provided. The Ishpeming Senior Center is smoke-free and handicap accessible. For more information, call 485-5527.
Blood Pressure Clinic Jan. 4
December 22, 2006
Keweenaw Home Nursing and Hospice will offer blood pressure screenings on Thursday, January 4 from 10:45 to 11:15 a.m. at Lakeview Manor, 11:30 a.m. to 12 noon at Douglass House, and from 1 to 1:30 p.m. at Heritage Manor. For more information, call 337-5700 or (800) 594-7053.
Blood Pressure/Blood Sugar Checks Jan. 3
December 22, 2006
Free blood pressure/blood sugar checks and $5 cholesterol checks will be offered by Upper Peninsula Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty on Wednesday, January 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at the Negaunee Senior Center. For more information, call 475-4545 or(800) 435-7177.
Boy Scouts Tube Fest Jan. 2
December 22, 2006
The Red Buck District of the Boy Scouts will hold a Tube Fest on Tuesday, January 2 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Gladstone Sports Park. The cost is $3.00. Sign in at the Ski Lodge. For more information, call 428-4854.
Blood Pressure Screening Jan. 2
December 22, 2006
Keweenaw Home Nursing and Hospice will offer blood pressure screening from 12:30 to 1 p.m. at C-L-K Senior Citizens Center. For more information, call 337-5700 or (800) 594-7053.
Blood Pressure./Blood Sugar Checks Jan. 2
December 22, 2006
Free blood pressure/blood sugar checks and $5 cholesterol checks will be offered by Upper Peninsula Home Health, Hospice and Private Duty on Tuesday, January 2 from 10 to 11 a.m. at Oakwood Village and from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at KIS Seniors – Salvation Army. For more information, call 475-4545 or (800) 435-7177.
Memory Loss Support Group Meeting Jan. 2
December 22, 2006
A Memory Loss Education Group will meet on Tuesday, January 2 at 10 a.m. at the Alzheimer's Association Office, 710 Chippewa Square, Suite 201 in Marquette. The group will focus on practical ways to manage personal care needs. The group is open to individuals with early stage memory loss and family caregivers of people with memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, or other dementias. Please RSVP by calling Darlene at 228-3910 or (800) 272-3900.
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