(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, FEBRUARY 11
The Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church, 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, just north of the post office. Clients are asked to come one time per month. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Call (989) 727-2998 for details. * The pantry will be closed if Alpena schools are closed because of inclement weather.
Home-schooled and alternatively schooled youth are invited to partake in the weekly Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activity, intended for school-age youth who can read at 1 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street. For details, call (989) 724-6796.
All crafters are welcome to join the Alcona County Needle Crafters from 1 to 3 p.m. at the East Side EMS building, 2600 E. M-72, Harrisville. No experience is necessary. Members will help beginners. For more information, call Shelly at (585) 205-0459.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street, at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more info.
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, 312 W. Main Street. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For details, call (989) 724-6796.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13
Celebrate Freaky Friday with a spooky scavenger hunt at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. Patrons are challenged to find one of the Friday the 13th trinkets hidden throughout the library and present it at the circulation desk for a prize. The library is located at 312 W. Main Street.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
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.
The annual Kids Fishing Tournament in Barton City on Jewel Lake will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Youth up to age 15 are welcome to participate. Fishing poles and bait will be furnished during this free family event. There will be a warming tent, prizes, trophies and medals, plus hot dogs, hot chocolate and chips during the event. For more information call Arlene Cirillo at (989) 736-3294.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17
Ukulele Jam session – learn to strum songs, both old and new, with a welcoming collective of musicians at 10 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street. 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 Knitting Klub & Crochet will meet at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street, from 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. All ages and skill levels are welcome to share stories, tips and tricks while working on projects or starting a new one. For details, call (989) 724-6796.
It’s a potluck of palates and a feast of friendship at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street, with the Cookbook Club, which meets at 5 p.m. Select a recipe from February’s cookbook, “500 Soups,” by Susannah Blake. Select a recipe, make it and share it with fellow club members. For details, call (989) 724-6796. Copies are available at the Harrisville circulation desk.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18
The Lincoln Pop Up Pantry will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Cole’s Appliance storage building (near AAA Credit Union) until the food is gone.
Home-schooled and alternatively schooled youth are invited to partake in the weekly Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activity, intended for school-age youth who can read at 1 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street. For details, call (989) 724-6796.
All crafters are welcome to join the Alcona County Needle Crafters from 1 to 3 p.m. at the East Side EMS building, 2600 E. M-72, Harrisville. No experience is necessary. Members will help beginners. For more information, call Shelly at (585) 205-0459.
Everyone is welcome to attend the Ash Wednesday combined services for Westminster Presbyterian and Spruce Presbyterian churches at 5:30 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian, 201 N. Second Street, Harrisville.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street, at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more info.
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) 387-2849.
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, 312 W. Main Street. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For details, call (989) 724-6796.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21
A spaghetti dinner to benefit the Alcona Humane Society will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 201 N. Second Street, Harrisville. The all-you-can-eat dinner includes homemade spaghetti with meat sauce, salad, garlic bread, beverage and dessert. Take out orders are available. Drop in or reserve a place – either way everyone is welcome. Donations accepted. Use east entrance. For reservations or more info., call (989) 724-6734.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23
Music & Movement is a new weekly program designed for children up to five years old to get them out of the house during cold weather months. Children will dance and sing together starting at 10:30 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street. Call (989) 724-6796 for details.
State Rep. Cam Cavitt, R-Cheboygan, will host local office hours in Alcona County from aa a.m. to noon at The Lunchbox, 7095 M-72, Curran. No appointments are necessary to attend the meetings. Anyone unable to attend but would like to share their thoughts with him may call his Lansing office at (517) 373-0833 or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
The Alcona Book Club will meet to discuss “The Diving Bell and the Butterfly,” by Jean-Dominique Bauby from noon to 1 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street. Everyone is welcome to engage in discussions with other reading enthusiasts. Copies are available at the Harrisville circulation desk. For more details, call (989) 724-6796.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24
Ukulele Jam session – learn to strum songs, both old and new, with a welcoming collective of musicians at 10 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street. 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.
History buffs, crime enthusiasts and anyone who is interested in the lawlessness that happened from 1877 to 1920 in Alcona County are welcome to attend, “Murder and Mayhem: Alcona’s Historical Crimes,” for the Cabin Fever Series, presented by the Alcona Historical Society. Cheryl Peterson, editor and publisher of the Alcona County Review, will share criminal cases that were prosecuted handled during early years and expansion of the county. The presentation begins at 6 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street, Harrisville. Call (989) 724-6796 for details.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Home-schooled and alternatively schooled youth are invited to partake in the weekly Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) activity, intended for school-age youth who can read at 1 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street. For details, call (989) 724-6796.
All crafters are welcome to join the Alcona County Needle Crafters from 1 to 3 p.m. at the East Side EMS building, 2600 E. M-72, Harrisville. No experience is necessary. Members will help beginners. For more information, call Shelly at (585) 205-0459.
The Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church, 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, just north of the post office. Clients are asked to come one time per month. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Call (989) 727-2998 for details. * The pantry will be closed if Alpena schools are closed because of inclement weather.
The Alcona County Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street. The public is welcome to attend. Call (989) 724-6796 for details.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library, 312 W. Main Street, at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more info.
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, 312 W. Main Street. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For details, call (989) 724-6796.
SUNDAY, MARCH 1
Coffee with Veterans, hosted by the Alcona High School National Honor Society, will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. at Alcona High School in the auditorium/new gym hallway. This free event is open to all veterans and spouses and includes coffee, hot chocolate, snacks, games and prizes.
TUESDAY, MARCH 3
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, MARCH 4
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.
ll crafters are welcome to join the Alcona County Needle Crafters from 1 to 3 p.m. at the East Side EMS building, 2600 E. M-72, Harrisville. No experience is necessary. Members will help beginners. For more information, call Shelly at (585) 205-0459.
THURSDAY, MARCH 5
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) 387-2849.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11
The Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church, 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, just north of the post office. Clients are asked to come one time per month. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Call (989) 727-2998 for details. * The pantry will be closed if Alpena schools are closed because of inclement weather.
All crafters are welcome to join the Alcona County Needle Crafters from 1 to 3 p.m. at the East Side EMS building, 2600 E. M-72, Harrisville. No experience is necessary. Members will help beginners. For more information, call Shelly at (585) 205-0459.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
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.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18
The Lincoln Pop Up Pantry will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Cole’s Appliance storage building (near AAA Credit Union) until the food is gone. Vehicles line up to receive pantry items and items are placed inside.
All crafters are welcome to join the Alcona County Needle Crafters from 1 to 3 p.m. at the East Side EMS building, 2600 E. M-72, Harrisville. No experience is necessary. Members will help beginners. For more information, call Shelly at (585) 205-0459.
THURSDAY, MARCH 19
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) 387-2849.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25
All crafters are welcome to join the Alcona County Needle Crafters from 1 to 3 p.m. at the East Side EMS building, 2600 E. M-72, Harrisville. No experience is necessary. Members will help beginners. For more information, call Shelly at (585) 205-0459.
The Sunrise Community Food Pantry is open from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hubbard Lake Bible Church, 13508 Hubbard Lake Road, just north of the post office. Clients are asked to come one time per month. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Call (989) 727-2998 for details. * The pantry will be closed if Alpena schools are closed because of inclement weather.
TUESDAY, MARCH 31
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.
