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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16
Friends of the Curtis Township Library will hold its regular meeting at 10 a.m. at the Curtis Township Library, located at 4884 Bamfield Road, Glennie.
All school-aged children are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to gain knowledge and use their imagination for the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Program. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
The Lincoln Pop Up Pantry will be held at 3 p.m. at Cole’s Appliance storage building (near AAA Credit Union) in Lincoln until the food is gone. Vehicles line up to receive pantry items and items are placed inside.
THURSDAY, APRIL 17
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
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.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22
Ukulele jam - practice ukulele at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10 a.m. 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 Sunrise Gardening Club will hold its first meeting of 2025 at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. Socializing is at 12:30 p.m., with the business meeting to follow at 1 p.m. Agenda items include discussion of upcoming events. Anyone interested in learning more about the Sunrise Gardening Club and its activities is encouraged to attend.
The Craftmakers’ Cabin will hold its spring meeting from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Harrisville Harbor meeting room, 1 E. Harbor Drive, Harrisville. This meeting is open to any local artist or crafter who would like to see their work at the co-op. Call Nancy at (734) 904-0108 for more information.
The Cookbook Club will meet at 5 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library to explore the cuisine of Louisiana, featuring recipes from Kevin Belton’s “Cookin’ Louisiana: Flavors from the Parishes of the Pelican State.” Copies are available at the circulation desk at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. For details call (989) 724-6384.
MONDAY, APRIL 21
State Rep. Cam Cavitt will host local office hours from noon to 1 p.m. at Chat N Chew, 3310 S. State, Glennie. No appointments are necessary to attend. Anyone unable to attend 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..
There will be beginner line dance lessons at the Alcona Senior Center on Church Street at 2:30 p.m. For more information call (989) 736-8879.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23
All school-aged children are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to gain knowledge and use their imagination for the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Program. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
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 and must be present to receive food. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Clients are accepted regardless of where they live. Bring a box or bag. Call (989) 727-3443 for details. * If Alpena schools are closed because of inclement weather, the pantry will also be closed.
The Alcona County Library Board of Trustees will met at 2 p.m. at the Lincoln branch of the Alcona County Library, 330 Traverse Bay Road, Lincoln. The meeting is open to the public.
THURSDAY, APRIL 24
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
FRIDAY, APRIL 25
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. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For information, call (989) 724-6796.
Acclaimed soprano Alice McAllister Tillman is performing at the Beck Auditorium at the Alpena High School, 3303 S. Third Ave., Alpena at 7 p.m. The concert, “Broadway to the Met,” is free and open to everyone. Sponsors are Besser Foundation and Thunder Bay Arts Council members and patrons.
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
Free E-Waste Recycling Day will be held at the ARA Site (fairgrounds in Lincoln) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Qualifying items are consumer electronics: DVD players, stereos, small appliances; televisions and computers: CRT and flat monitors, laptops, desktops, tablets, keyboards, cords, mice; ink cartridges for printers, copiers and fax machines; Non PCB ballasts batteries: nickel cadmium, lithium ion, alkaline; smart phones; lamps without bulbs. For more information, call (989) 724-5077.
Everyone is invited to the “Dance through the Decades” fundraising party for the Alcona Humane Society at 11 a.m. Attendees and supporters are encouraged to donate to the humane society and enjoy dancing to a history-spanning playlist of music classics.
Learn how to create easy-care container gardens at the free workshop, Low-maintenance Container Gardens. Registration is required, call (989) 724-6796.
TUESDAY, APRIL 29
Ukulele jam - practice ukulele at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10 a.m. 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.
MONDAY, APRIL 28
The Alcona Book Club will meet from noon to 1 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library to discuss Susan Clark’s book “Piranesi.” Everyone is welcome to engage in discussions with other reading enthusiasts. For more details, call (989) 724-6796.
There will be beginner line dance lessons at the Alcona Senior Center on Church Street at 2:30 p.m. For more information call (989) 736-8879.
Professional organizer and coach, Heather Barta, the Declutter Bug, will present “strategies for streamlining and organizing your space and your life,” at 6 p.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event. For more info., call (989) 724-6796.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30
All school-aged children are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to gain knowledge and use their imagination for the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Program. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
THURSDAY, MAY 1
All veterans and their spouses/significant others are invited to join the Alcona High School National Honor Society for coffee, treats and fun from 2 to 4 p.m. in the high school auditorium lobby. The school is located off Barlow Road at the corner of M-72 in Lincoln.
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
Music at Westminster presents the Sunrise Ringers Handbell Choir performance which begins at 7 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Harrisville. Admission is free and donations welcome.
FRIDAY, MAY 2
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. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For information, call (989) 724-6796.
MONDAY, MAY 5
There will be beginner line dance lessons at the Alcona Senior Center on Church Street at 2:30 p.m. For more information call (989) 736-8879.
TUESDAY, MAY 6
Ukulele jam - practice ukulele at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10 a.m. 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 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.
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, MAY 7
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.
All school-aged children are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to gain knowledge and use their imagination for the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Program. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
THURSDAY, MAY 8
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
FRIDAY, MAY 9
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. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For information, call (989) 724-6796.
SATURDAY, MAY 10
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.
TUESDAY, MAY 13
Ukulele jam - practice ukulele at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10 a.m. 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.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14
All school-aged children are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to gain knowledge and use their imagination for the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Program. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
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 and must be present to receive food. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Clients are accepted regardless of where they live. Bring a box or bag. Call (989) 727-3443 for details. * If Alpena schools are closed because of inclement weather, the pantry will also be closed.
THURSDAY, MAY 15
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
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.
FRIDAY, MAY 16
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. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For information, call (989) 724-6796.
TUESDAY, MAY 20
Ukulele jam - practice ukulele at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10 a.m. 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 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.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21
All school-aged children are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to gain knowledge and use their imagination for the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Program. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
The Lincoln Pop Up Pantry will be held at 3 p.m. at Cole’s Appliance storage building (near AAA Credit Union) in Lincoln until the food is gone. Vehicles line up to receive pantry items and items are placed inside.
THURSDAY, MAY 22
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
FRIDAY, MAY 23
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. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For information, call (989) 724-6796.
TUESDAY, MAY 27
Ukulele jam - practice ukulele at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 10 a.m. 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.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28
All school-aged children are invited to the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 1 to 2 p.m. to gain knowledge and use their imagination for the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) Program. For more information, call (989) 724-6796.
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 and must be present to receive food. Distribution is by curbside pick-up. Recipients stay in their vehicle. Identification is required. Clients are accepted regardless of where they live. Bring a box or bag. Call (989) 727-3443 for details. * If Alpena schools are closed because of inclement weather, the pantry will also be closed.
THURSDAY, MAY 29
The Community Walking Club for Everyone will meet in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library at 9 a.m. Call (989) 724-6796 for more information.
FRIDAY, MAY 30
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. This is not just about learning; it’s about unleashing the joy of discovery. For information, call (989) 724-6796.