Dickinson County Survivors of Suicide Support Group Meeting Dec. 11
November 30, 2007
The Dickinson County Survivors of Suicide Support group will meet on Tuessday, December 11 at 7 p.m.CT in the Dickinson County Hospital Chapel. This group is for those who are bereaved by the loss of a loved one to suicide. New members are always welcomed. For further information call Kay Dill at 774-7311 or email at dcsos@sbcglobal.net
Book Signing Dec. 5
November 30, 2007
Author Catherine Been Hansen of Skanee will sign copies of her books on Wednesday, December 5 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the L’Anse Area Schools Public Library. At age 97, Hansen recently had her fourth book of poetry published. “Gleanings” is a compilation of works of compassionate and descriptive verse created both in her idealistic youth and written in the perceptiveness of her maturity. Proceeds from the sale of “Gleanings” will be contributed to the Ina McClintock and Olof Been Scholarship Fund of the Baraga County Community Foundation.
Peter White Public Library Holiday Open House Dec. 2
November 30, 2007
Peter White Public Library will host its annual holiday open house on Sunday, December 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. This event will feature the debut of the 2007 Winter Wonderland Walk of trees. More than 35 community groups, families and individuals have decorated themed holiday trees that will be on display at the library through December. Homemade refreshments will be served and Christmas music will be performed by the Marquette Senior High School String Quartet.
Sue Minckler, Marquette County United Way – Update on the 2007 campaign.
November 30, 2007
Discussion of the latest status of the United Way of Marquette County's fundraising effort for 2007.
Betsy Scott, Richardson's Jewelry – Special Holiday Fundraiser
November 30, 2007
Discussion of a special holiday fundraiser at the jewelry shop that runs through Christmas Eve and benefits the United Way of Marquette County.
“Ribbons and Wraps” Program Dec. 2
November 30, 2007
“Ribbons and Wraps” will be offered by the Peter White Public Library Youth Services Department on Sunday, December 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Community Room. Kindergarten through fifth grade students and their families are invited to make holiday gifts for sharing. For more information, call 226-4323.
Variety Christmas Show Dec. 2
November 30, 2007
Mitchell United Methodist Church in Negaunee will host a Christmas variety show on Sunday, December 2 at 7 p.m. The show will feature holiday comedy skits from “A Prairie Home Companion” and musical entertainment from Men Singing Gospel. Admission is free, but a freewill offering will be collected at the door, with proceeds going to the local Salvation Army and St. Vincent de Paul Society. For more information, call 475-4861.
Phi Delta Kappa Christmas Social Dec. 3
November 30, 2007
The Northern Michigan University chapter of Phi Delta Kappa will hold a Christmas social and travel talk on Monday, December 3 at 6 p.m. in Whitman Hall Commons. Following initiation of new members will be the program “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader, or Where in the World is Ushuaia?” Program presenter will be Judy Parlato, world traveler and Phi Delta Kappa member. For more information, call 228-7405.
Mark Brewer, MI Democratic Party Chair – What to expect after the elections.
November 30, 2007
Discussion of the possibility of bi-partisan problem solving following the upcoming general election in 2008.
Congressman Bart Stupak – Packer Football Fiasco.
November 30, 2007
Discussion of the Congressman's role in getting the broadcast of the Packer/Cowboy game to be shown on television in the Upper Peninsula.
Kim Hantz , Marquette Food Co-op – Benefits of whole grains.
November 30, 2007
Discussion of the healthful benefits of using and consuming whole grains in baking and cooking.
Dave Richardson, Mandolinist – Accessability and success of Celtic music.
November 29, 2007
Discussion of why the music performed by the group “The Boys of the Lough” has been successful and widely accepted for over 30 years.
State Senator Jason Allen – Thoughts on the service tax negotiation breakdown.
November 29, 2007
Discussion of his thoughts of the breakdown in the bi=partisan negotiations in Lansing over replacing the controversial six-percent sales tax in Michigan.
Larry Letts, Events Director, Marquette Area Blues Society – Nick Moss Concert
November 29, 2007
Discussion of the upcoming Nick Moss and the Flip Tops concert being sponsored by the MABS at the Holiday Inn in Marquette On Sat. Dec. 1st.
Cribbage at Ishpeming Senior Center Dec. 10
November 29, 2007
The Ishpeming Senior Center, 320 S. Pine Street in Ishpeming, will offer Cribbage on Monday December 10 from 1 to 3 p.m.Partners will be chosen at random. Refreshments will be served.
Parkinson's Support Group Meeting Dec. 10
November 29, 2007
A Parkinson's Support Group will meet on Monday, December 10 at 1 p.m.at Keweenaw Home Nursing and Hospice, 311 Sixth Street in Calumet. For more information, call 337-5700 or (800) 594-7053.
Paul Enrietti, Fire Inspector – Gas & Oil Stove Safety Tips
November 29, 2007
Marquette City Fire Inspector Paul Enrietti gives folks a few safety tips about gas & oil burning stoves. For more information on Fire Prevention and Safety, Call the Marquette City Fire Department at 906-228-0410 or logon to www.mqtcty.org/fire
Caregivers Support Group Meeting Dec. 10
November 29, 2007
The Caregivers Support Group will meet on Monday, December 10 at 1 p.m. in the Day Room on the 3rd floor of the Jacobetti Home for Veterans, 425 Fisher Street, Marquette. For more information please contact Melanie Flanigan at 226-3576.
Live Band 41 West Dec.9
November 29, 2007
You are welcome to join 41West for a December service at 6:30 p.m. on Sunday December 9 at the Good News Assembly of God in Ishpeming. Refreshments will be served after the service. Listen for Israel's new song “Say So” along with Hillsong favorites.
Santa's Arrival and Christmas Tree Lighting in Munising Dec. 7
November 29, 2007
Downtown Munising will welcome Santa and hold a Community Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday, December 7. The Santa Parade will begin at 5 p.m. at the Munising Community Credit Union and proceed down Superior Street to People's State Bank. There will be music by the Munising Band, caroling with the Vanguards, refreshments and free photos with Santa for the kids in the lobby of the People's State Bank Building. A Community Christmas Tree Lighting will take place at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Bring your family and take a ride on a horse-drawn wagon. The event is being sponsored by the Munising downtown businesses.
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