Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Feb. 16
January 31, 2008
The American Legion Bantam AA team will have a spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Saturday, February 16 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post 44, 770 W. Bluff Street in Marquette. Dinner will be $5 for adults, $3 for children 12 and under. Take-outs will be available. There will also be door prizes and a silent auction. For more information or tickets, call Paula Nebel at 360-2610. Penny Smith at 458-7002 or Tracy Nordquist at 869-7909.
Leslie Wheeler, Spokesperson – Switching out old woodstoves with new EPA models.
January 31, 2008
Discussion of the benefits of switching out old woodstoves with new EPA approved models.
Dale Hemmilla, PR Mgr., C-C-I – C-C-I's committment to the new Bell Hospital
January 31, 2008
Discussion of the commitment C-C-I maintains for the community through gifts such as the financial support of the new Bell Hospital in Ishpeming.
Mike Bishop, Michigan Senate Majority Leader – Reaction to the Governor's State of the State.
January 31, 2008
Discussion of the Senator's reaction to Governor Granholm's State of the State address delivered recently in Lansing.
Dance Workshops at NMU Feb. 2
January 31, 2008
Beginners Dance Workshops will be held on Saturday, February 2 in the conference rooms of the University Center at NMU. Doors open at noon, the Lindy Hop will be featured at noon and 1 p.m., West Coast Swing will be offered at 2 and 3 p.m. and Carolina Shag will be featured at 4 and 5 p.m. There will be a dinner break at 6 p.m. Dancing will begin at 7 p.m. with Superior Swing playing live music from 8 to 11 p.m. No food will be served – bring your own snack and beverage. There is no dress code, no partner needed, but clean shoes for the dance area are required. For more information, e-mail Jason Swanson at jswanson@nmu .edu.
Marquette Range Engineers Club Meeting Feb. 6
January 31, 2008
The Marquette Range Engineers Club will meet on Wednesday, February 6 at 6 p.m. at the Holiday Inn in Marquette. Brett French of American Transmission Company will speak about the U.P. power grid upgrade project. For more information, call Darryll Sundberg at 869-1328 or 228-6605.
“Finding and Expressing Our Uniqueness” Class
January 31, 2008
“Finding and Expressing Our Uniqueness” will be offered by the Marquette Community Schools on Tuesdays, February 5 through 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in room 122 of Marquette Senior High School. Visualization, art and journaling will be used to help expose a person's unique qualities often masked by everyday life. Cost of the class is $25. To register, call 225-5290. Participants should bring a journal or notebook to class.
Monday Morning Playtime Feb. 4
January 31, 2008
Monday Morning Playtime at the Birchview Elementary School in Ishpeming will feature a visit from Clifford, the Big Red Dog on February 4 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the school gym. Cliffor will be available for photos, healthy snacks will be provided and free books will be offered. Activities will include singing, games and story time. For more information, call Sean O'Donnell at 485-6341.
MI Better Kid Care Free Training Feb. 4
January 31, 2008
The MI Better Kid Care Program will offer a free training session on biting and sharing for child care providers on Monday, February 4 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the MSU Extension office in Negaunee. Participants will learn how to deal with biting in a child care setting, how to talk to parents, and receive ideas on how to involve children in solving sharing problems. For more information or to rgister, call Erin Ross at 364-3753.
Rotary Pancake Breakfast Feb. 3
January 31, 2008
The 2008 YMCA Strong Kids Campaign will kick off on Sunday, February 3 with the Annual Rotary Pancake Breakfast from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the gym at the Marquette YMCA. There will be a silent auction during the breakfast with items such as an autographed Brett Favre jersey, a Ryan Grant autographed mini helmet and Valentine's packages. For more information, call 227-9622 or 475-9666.
Gwinn E-Girls Basketball Tournament Feb. 22
January 31, 2008
The Gwinn E-Girls will host their 2nd Annual 3rd through 6th grade basketball tournament beginning on Friday, February 22 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the West Branch Community Center at KI Sawyer. This major fundraiser event will help support the community basketball program. The West Branch Community Center will be available for use all day for a small daily fee.
Gwinn Caregivers Support Group Meeting Feb. 18
January 31, 2008
The Gwinn Caregivers Support Group will meet on Monday, February 18 at 1 p.m. in the Gwinn Club House, 165 North Maple, Gwinn. For more information, call Michelle Barrett at 346-9862.
Night of Music Feb. 17
January 31, 2008
A Night of Music will be offered on Sunday, February 17 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Mitchell United Methodist Church in Negaunee. Refreshments and fellowship wlll follow. All are welcome.
Barnelopet Ski Event Feb. 16
January 31, 2008
Barnelopet, a children's cross country ski event, will be held on Saturday, February 16 from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at Maasto Hiihto ski trails in Hancock. Registration is open to ages 3 to 13 years old. Parents are encouraged to ski with their children. This non-competitive event, sponsored by the Keweenaw Nordic Ski Club, Sons of Norway, and Portage Health, will start at the Chalet. The first 50 to register and finish will receive a medal. for more information, call 482-0292.
AAUW Book Collection Feb. 15
January 31, 2008
The American Association of University Women will be collecting books for their annual book sale on Friday, February 15 at the First Presbyterian Church on Front Street in Marquette. Please use the side entrance. Other collection sites include: Wells Fargo Bank – University Branch, Marquette Federal Credit Union, and the U.P. Medical Center in Marquette. For more information, call 228-8028 or 225-0091. The book sale will be held April 24 – 26.
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Meeting Feb. 13
January 31, 2008
A Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will meet on Wednesday, February 13 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Keweenaw Home Nursing and Hospice, 311 Sixth Street in Calumet.
Free Legal Clinic For Seniors Feb. 11
January 31, 2008
A free walk-in legal clinic, with attorney Richard Graybill, will be offered on Monday, February 11 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Ishpeming Senior Center. Questions regarding estate planning, nursing home qualifications, and general legal concerns will be addressesd in a private office. No appointments are needed.
Second Sunday Folk Dance Series Feb. 10
January 31, 2008
The Second Sunday Folk Dance Series with White Water and guest Bill Staines will be held on Sunday, February 10 from 4 to 7 p.m. CT at Fortune Lake Camp Chapel in Crystal Falls. After the concert, food and beverages will be served and there will be a dance with music provided by Bette Premo and the Front Parlor Dance Band. The Fortune Lake Camp in between Iron River and Crystal Falls on US 2. For more information, call 822-7889 or go to www.white-water-associates.com/second.htm.
Chili Dinner Feb. 9
January 31, 2008
The Knights of Columbus Annual Chili Dinner will be held on Saturday, February 9 from 3 to 7 p.m. at St. Ignatius Loyola Church Hall in Houghton. The dinner will include homemade chile, corn bread, cole slaw, cheesy mac and hotdogs for children, beverages and desserts. Take-outs will be available. Tickets are $6 for adults, $3 for children and will be available at the door.
Benefit for Pete Juidici Feb. 9
January 31, 2008
A benefit will be held for tongue cancer patient Pete Juidici on Saturday, February 9 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Republic EMS Building on M-95. Lunch will be sloppy joes, salads and desserts for $5 per adult and $3 for children 12 and under. All proceeds will help defer Pete's medical expenses for his cancer treatment. For more information, call 376-8172, 376-8060 or 376-2180.
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