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UPCOMING EVENTS
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The Spring Art Walk & Wine Tasting Event will be held Saturday, April 25th in Downtown West Branch. From 5-8pm, sample wines from 3 local wineries, nibble sweet treats, admire stunning art work and vote for your favorite, For more information visit West Branch Events Dot Com.
The Robert J. Parks Library will host their 5th Annual Spring Art Show beginning Saturday, April 25th through May 25th at the Library, 6010 North Skeel Avenue in Oscoda. During regular library hours you’re welcome to come in and see local art work by area artists. For more information call the Library at 989-739-9581.
The Michigan State Police will take part in Saturday, April 2National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, April 25th 10am-2pm, at all 31 State Police Posts. All collected pills will be destroyed. Liquids, inhalers, patches and syringes will not be accepted. For more information visit Michigan Dot Gov Slash MSP Posts.
The Tawas Bay Art Gallery will host a class in Acrylic Landscape Painting, with instructor Carolyn Kubiak:
Tuesday, April 28th 1-4pm
Wednesday, April 29th 6-9pm
At the Gallery, 302 Newman Street, East Tawas. Cost is $35 plus $8 for supplies. Registration and prepayment required by calling 989-362-5613.
RLD Glass Art & Restoration and Alpena Community College Oscoda Campus will hold the class Mosaics Express on Wednesday, April 29th from 6-8pm at the Oscoda Campus of ACC at 5800 North Skeel Avenue in Oscoda. Enjoy a fun two-hour experience learning how to create a unique work of art. This class will give you all the basic knowledge of cutting, adhering tiles and glass to your small decorative piece of art. All tools, materials, and equipment will be provided. Cost is $35 and you can sign up by calling 989-358-7295 or emailing dykesc@alpenacc.edu.
The Lumberman’s Monument Visitor’s Center will open to the public beginning Friday, May 1st and will be open seven days a week through Labor Day, located at Monument and River Roads in Oscoda.
The Iosco County Humane Society’s “Hearts For Paws” Spring Dinner Dance Fundraiser will be held Friday, May 1st, 5:30-9pm, at the AuSable Inn Riverview Restaurant, on U.S. 23 in Oscoda. Buffet dinner, silent auction, music and dancing with Flipside. Tickets are $50 per person. For ticket information call 989-305-2959.
The American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive Friday, May 1st, 8am-2pm, at Oscoda High School, 3550 River Road in Oscoda. To schedule an appointment or for more information visit Red Cross Blood Dot Org.
The American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive Wednesday, May 13th, Noon-5:45pm, at the East Tawas Community Center, 760 Newman Street, East Tawas. To schedule an appointment or for more information visit Red Cross Blood Dot Org.
A Mother’s Day Jewelry Sale and Luncheon will be held Saturday, May 2nd, 10am-2pm, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church on M-65 in Hale. Shop jewelry, purses, gifts, Rada Knives and more. By donation unless marked.
The Harbor Lights Pregnancy and Information Center will hold a Bag For A Buck Sale, Saturday, May 2nd, 9am-3pm, at the Center, 310 Newman Street, East Tawas. Fill a Neiman’s Bag with clothes for the family and more for just a buck.
The 4th ATV/ORV Alcona Fun Run will be held Saturday, May 2nd starts at the Barton City Baseball Field. Registration 10-11:45am. Challenges at each of the five stops. $10 per person, $15 day of the event. Plus 50/50’s and live auction. Proceeds to benefit Harrisville and Barton City Fireworks. To register or for more information call 989-335-0137.
The AuSable Valley Audubon will host a slide presentation on “Bird Watching 101” with Pam Carter, Saturday, May 2nd, 10:30-11:30am at the Plainfield Township Resource Center, 220 North Washington Street, in Hale. All are welcome.
Tawas Wellness will host their Community Supper Monday, May 4th, 4-6:30pm, at The Collective, 821 Newman Street, East Tawas. Celebrating Cinco De Mayo a day early with taco salads and more. Plus smash burgers, fish fry, soup & salad bar and more. To go orders at 989-305-6322.
The Alcona Community Schools present the production of “The Wizard of Oz: The Musical” in the theatre, 51 North Barlow Road, Harrisville:
Wednesday, May 6th 7pm
Thursday, May 7th 7pm
Friday, May 8th 7pm
Tickets available at the door. $8 for adults, students & seniors $5, 5 and under free.
A National Day of Prayer Service will be held Thursday, May 7th, beginning at 9am, at the American Legion Hall, 900 East Lincoln in East Tawas. Participants from multiple churches and denominations will lead the service. All are welcome.
The Michigan Parkinson Foundation Community Forum will be held Friday, May 8th, 1-3pm, at The Collective, 821 Newman Street, East Tawas. The free forum will feature information on understanding Parkinson’s and an exercise demonstration. It’s open to people with Parkinson’s, care partners, family members, healthcare professionals and anyone interested in learning more about Parkinson’s.
The Tawas Bay Players present the dramatic comedy “Moonglow” on the effects of Alzheimer’s on patients and their families:
Friday, May 8th 7pm
Saturday, May 9th 7pm
Sunday, May 10th 2pm
Thursday, May 14th 7pm
Friday, May 15th 7pm
Saturday, May 16th 7pm
Sunday, May 17th 2pm
At the theater, 401 Newman Street, East Tawas. Tickets $15 and available at the box office and Tawas Bay Players.Com.
The Alpena High School Agriscience Spring Plant Sale will be held at the greenhouse, Garden Street entrance by the back oval:
Friday, May 8th 8am-6pm
Saturday, May 9th 9am-Noon
Assorted flowering plants, vegetable and herb plants, succulents and house plants, hanging baskets, patio planters and medium planters. For more information call 989-358-5220.
A Blues & BBQ Benefit will be held Saturday, May 9th, 4-10pm, at the American Legion Hall, 429 West Main Street, Hale. Buffet style dinner from 4-7pm, music from Motor City Josh & The Big Three from 7-10pm. Plus 50/50 raffles, sporting goods merchandise raffle, silent auction and bake sale. Tickets $40 each and available by calling 989-305-8708. All proceeds will be used for Matt Elston’s medical bills.
The Hale Baptist Church will host their 13th Annual Ladies Tea, Saturday, May 9th. Doors open at 1:30pm, event begins at 2pm at Eagle Point Plaza on Main Street in Hale. The free event will feature singer-songwriter Bridgette Donoho, door prizes and dessert auction. RSVP’s are required by calling 989-728-3821 or at the Hale Baptist Church Facebook Page.
The Tawas Masonic Lodge will be selling beef pasties with gravy Saturday, May 9th beginning at 10am until gone, at the Lodge on U.S. 23 across from Freel’s Market in Tawas City.
Michigan Works Region 7B will host a hiring event Tuesday, May 12th, 3-6pm, at the Tawas Bay Beach Resort on U.S. 23 in East Tawas. Numerous local businesses will be on hand with career opportunities and you can apply while there.
WEEKLY EVENTS
MONDAY:
Bingo: The Alcona County Commission on Aging hosts Bingo the first and third Monday of every month at 2pm in the Senior Center Dining Hall, 207 South Church Street, Lincoln. Coffee and popcorn available too.
Community Supper: The Collective by Tawas Wellness hosts a Community Supper The first Monday of each month from 4-6:30pm at 821 Newman Street, East Tawas with a menu with burgers and seafood and weekly special. To go orders at 989-305-6322.
Bingo: The Mikado Goodfellows host Bingo Mondays at the Civic Center on F-41. Doors open at 4pm, Bingo at 6:30pm. Food available for purchase. Proceeds to Charity.
Bunko and Darts: American Legion Post #422 invites everyone to play the dice game Bunko the first and third Monday of every month at 5:30pm and Darts at 6pm, at the Post, 429 West Main Street, Hale. All are welcome. For more information call 989-728-5055.
Meat Bingo and Darts: American Legion Post #422 invites everyone to play Meat Bingo the second and fourth Monday of every month at 5:30pm and Darts at 6pm, at the Post, 429 West Main Street, Hale. All are welcome. For more information call 989-728-5055.
TUESDAY:
Bingo: The Sand Lake Seniors host Bingo Tuesdays in the Sand Lake Heights Building, 4059 Indian Lake Road, National City. Doors open at 11am, Bingo starts at noon. Proceeds to the Sand Lake Seniors.
Euchre: The Alcona County Commission on Aging hosts Euchre Day, Tuesdays beginning at 12:30pm, at the Senior Center, 207 South Church Street, Lincoln. Tickets one dollar, 10 cents per Euchre, free popcorn and coffee. Call 989-334-3466 for more information.
THURSDAY:
Bingo: The Hale VFW hosts Bingo Thursdays at their hall, 203 Ainsley Street, Hale. Doors open at 4pm, Bingo starts at 6pm:
Line Dancing: "Thursday Night at the V" Line Dancing Class will be held Thursdays from 6-8pm at VFW Post #3735 at 240 Chrysler Road in Oscoda.
FRIDAY:
Fish Fry: American Legion Post #211 will hold a Lenten Fish Fry every Friday through April 3rd from 4-6pm. Cost is $15 per person and includes fish, potato, coleslaw, veggie, drink, and dessert.
Fish Fry: The Ogemaw Council #2022 Knights of Columbus will hold a Friday Night Fish Fry every Friday until April 3rd from 4-7pm, at the Columbus Home Hall, 601 Columbus Drive, West Branch. Adults $14, children $10 and includes fish, fries, choice of side, dinner roll and drink. Take outs available at 989-345-7110. All proceeds benefit St. Joseph Catholic School in West Branch.
Bingo: The Sand Lake Heights Community Association host bingo every Friday at the Sand Lake Heights Building at 4059 Indian Lake Road, National City. Doors open at 5pm, bingo starts at 6pm
Euchre: American Legion Post #422 invites everyone to play Euchre every Friday at 6pm at the post, 429 West Main Street in Hale. Food available for purchase too.
Open Skate: The Tawas Bay Ice Arena, 200 West M-55 in Tawas City, hosts open skate every Friday from 7:30-9:30pm. Cost is $6, skate rentals is $4.
SATURDAY:
Open Skate: The Tawas Bay Ice Arena, 200 West M-55 in Tawas City, hosts open skate every Saturay from 7-9pm. Cost is $6, skate rentals is $4.
SUNDAY:
Bingo: The Oscoda American Legion, 849 South State Street in Oscoda, hosts Bingo on Sundays beginning at Noon.
Open Skate: The Tawas Bay Ice Arena, 200 West M-55 in Tawas City, hosts open skate every Sunday from Noon-2pm. Cost is $6, skate rentals is $4.
Bingo: The Hale VFW hosts bingo every Sunday at their hall at 203 Ainsley Street in Hale. Doors open at 4pm, Bingo at 6pm.
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