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Where To Go, What To Do here in Northeast Michigan can be heard on WKJC FM
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and Saturday at 11:15 a.m.
WEEKLY EVENTS.
Local Events at the bottom of the page.
The Oscoda AuSable Chamber of Commerce- Paul Bunyan Days- will be held Friday-Sunday, September 18th-20th, at Furtaw Field in Oscoda.
Admission- for the weekend is a Commemorative Button $10, kids 11-17 $5, 10 and under free. For the full set of events click on Paul Bunyan Events.
A Veteran Coffee Hour- will be held Thursday, September 17th, 9-11am at the American Legion Post #211, 900 E. Lincoln Street, in East Tawas. Open to all area Veterans and their spouses for fellowship and information on Veteran benefits. For more information call 989-362-6571.
Alcona Community Schools- will celebrate Hometown Heroes Friday, September 18th at the Alcona Community Schools Football Stadium on Barlow Road. Veterans, Law Enforcement, Fire and EMS welcome. The Special Tribute and Ceremony is at 4pm. The Alcona vs. Hillman football game is at 7pm.
The Tawas Bay Art Gallery- will hold a “Date N’ Paint” class at at the Gallery, 302 Newman Street, East Tawas:
Friday, September 18th 6-7:30pm.
Saturday, September 19th 6-7:30pm.
Acrylic Painting of Sunrise at Gateway Park. Cost is $30 per person or $45 per couple. Registration is required by calling 989-362-5613.
The Oscoda Area Schools- will host a Hall Of Fame Tailgate Party Friday, September 18th, beginning at 4:15pm at the High School on River Road. Hall of Fame induction ceremony at 5:15pm in the Oscoda High School Gym. The Oscoda vs. Benzie football game will be at 7pm.
A Dedication Ceremony for a POW/MIA Memorial- will be held Saturday, September 19th, 1pm, at Oscoda Veterans Memorial Park, 4000 N. Skeel Avenue, in Oscoda. The ceremony will include presentations and guest speakers. For more information click on the Park’s Facebook Page.
The Sand Lake Community Association- will host A Night At The Races, Video Horse Racing, Saturday, September 19th at the Community Center, 4059 Indian Lake Road, National City. Taco bar Dinner at 6pm, BYOB, 1st Race at 7pm. Games between races, 50/50 raffles, Prize for best Derby dressed. Bring an unwrapped toy for a special drawing. Tickets $35 with proceeds to the Food Pantry. Must be 18 and older to attend. For more information call 989-820-5661.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles #4237- will host live music with Mikado Mike & Dearborn Dawn Saturday, September 19th, 7-11pm, at the lodge 6685 U.S. 23 in Oscoda. All are welcome!
The Plainfield Township Historical Commission- will host the program “The CCC’s Building Our Heritage, Preserving Our Future” Saturday, September 19th, 2pm, at Eagle Pointe Plaza, 415 E. Main Street, Hale. Phil Naud will speak on the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps and its lasting legacy on our communities. Free and open to everyone. For more information call 989-728-2811.
Hale American Legion #422- will hold a Hero Appreciation Day, Saturday, September 19th, at the Post, 429 W. Main Street, Hale:
10am: Car/Bike Show Registration
11am: Car/Bike Cruise
Noon: Canteen open to the public
4:30pm: POW/MIA Ceremony followed by a Spaghetti dinner. All are welcome.
For more information call 989-728-5055.
The Future of Comedy Show will be held at the Sportsman’s Lounge in Whittemore Saturday, September 19th at 8pm. Comedians include Steve Kaz, Mike Ball, Peggy Beattie and Matt Conn. Tickets $25 and available by clicking on Mike Ball Dot Com.Com.
The Tawas Bay Art Gallery- will host a Michigan Yooperlite Jewelry Making Class Sunday, September 20th, 2-4pm, at the Gallery, 302 Newman Street, East Tawas. Cost is $35 with $18 for supplies including Yooperlite stones, silver pearls, blue lace agate and beads. Registration required by calling 989-362-5613.
A Music Jam- will be held Sunday, September 20th, 2-4pm, at the Mikado American Legion Post, 2205 Alger Street, in Mikado. All are welcome to Come and play or come and listen! For more information call 989-736-9526.
During PFAS Awareness Week- the free screening of the award winning documentary “No Defense: The U.S. Military’s War on Water” dealing with PFAS contamination from military installations, will be shown at the Lake Theatre, 117 E. Dwight Avenue, in Oscoda Monday, September 21st at 4pm. All are welcome to attend.
The Ogemaw District Library- will hold a 50th Anniversary celebration Wednesday, September 23rd, 4-6pm, at the library, 107 W. Main Street in Rose City. For more information call 989-685-3300.
The Tawas Bay Art Gallery- will hold a Plein Air Painting Class with instructor Carolyn Kubiak, at the Tawas Point Lighthouse in East Tawas, Wednesday, September 23rd, 1-4pm. Meet at the new pavilion at 12:30pm. Recreational Passport required or pay $20 at the gate. Cost for the class is $35 plus $5 for supplies. Registration required by calling the gallery at 989-362-5613.
A Veterans Appreciation Breakfast- will be held Wednesday, September 23rd, 9am, at American Legion Post #211, 900 E. Lincoln Street, East Tawas. Open to Veterans and family for pancakes, french toast, eggs, meat, potatoes, juice and coffee.
Plus musical entertainment by Arpeggio, John Thomas & Mary Henry. For more information call Ron Whitney at 989-362-6571.
The Elliott Insurance Group- presents the 4th Annual Safety Fest Saturday, September 26th, 11am-2pm, at The Collective, 821 Newman Street, East Tawas. It will feature free car seat checks, safety resources and giveaways, touch a truck, kid’s activities, food truck and more. For more information call 989-362-3409.
The West Branch Visitor’s Bureau- will host Oktoberfest Saturday, September 26th, 12-6pm, in downtown West Branch. Live chainsaw carving, petting zoo, vendors, inflatable obstacle park, food and drinks, Polka music 1-5pm, polka dance contest 3pm and an auction at 6pm. For more information call 989-345-2821.
The Glennie Lions Annual Rifle Raffle- is going on now thru Saturday, November 28th. The ticket booth is open every Friday & Saturday next to Rogers Family Foods in Glennie or from any Glennie Lions Club member. Tickets $1 each, 6 for $5. 1st Prize- a hunting rifle with scope; 2nd Prize- a Pump Shotgun; 3rd Prize- a Crossbow. Drawing will be held Saturday, November 28th, 7pm, in the Rogers parking lot. Need not be present to win.
The Huron Shores Chorus- is holding rehearsals for their Christmas Concerts every Sundays until Nov-29, from 3-5pm, at Tawas Area Presbyterian Church, 2095 East U.S. 23 in East Tawas. Open to anyone from high school to senior citizen. Call 260-437-3029 for more information.
KJC Country- Welcomes country singer John Berry to the Aplex in Alpena Friday, December 11th. Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 8pm. Celebrate Christmas with John Berry as he sings holiday favorites and his hits as well. Tickets $60 for VIP seating, general admission $40. Tickets available at their website, check here- Aplex Dot Org.
Hunter Safety Classes- are currently being scheduled and instructors are needed. Instructors teach young people the values of safe and responsible hunting, respect for wildlife, conservation and protection of our lands and natural resources. If you are interested in becoming a Certified Hunter Safety Instructor or would like more information call the Iosco County Hunter Safety Director, Dale Willett, at 989-254-9767.
Registration is open for the 4-H Underwater ROV Club-. Open to ages 12-19, members design and build a remotely operated vehicle to compete at the 2027 Marine Advanced Technology Education ROV Competition in Alpena. The club meets Tuesdays from 6-8pm, in Tawas City. Those interested can call for more information at 989-928-4400.
Local 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: American Legion Post #422 invites everyone to play the dice game Bunko every Monday at 5:30pm and darts at 6pm at the Post, 429 W. Main Street, Hale. 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.
WEDNESDAY:
Let us know about your event.
THURSDAY:
Bingo: Hale VFW Post #7435- will hold Bingo Thursdays. Doors open at 3:30pm, Bingo at 6pm at the Post, 203 W. Ainsley Street in Hale.
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. Click here for more information.
FRIDAY:
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.
Bingo- American Legion Post #274: hosts Bingo Fridays at the Post, 849 South State Street in Oscoda. Doors open at 4pm, first ball at 6:30pm. Concessions available.
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.
A Farmer’s Market: will be held Fridays from 9am-2pm at Riverside Park in AuGres from May 15th-September 25th. For vendor information call AuGres City Hall at 989-876-8811.
SATURDAY:
Bingo: Hale VFW Post: #7435 will hold Bingo Saturdays. Doors open at 3:30pm, Bingo at 6pm at the Post, 203 W. Ainsley Street in Hale.
The Northeast Michigan Regional Farm Market: will be held Saturday at Gateway Park on US-23 in Tawas City. 8am-1pm.
SUNDAY:
Bingo: The Hale VFW: hosts Bingo every Sunday at their hall at 203 Ainsley Street in Hale. Doors open at 4pm, Bingo at 6pm.
Hale American Legion Post #422: 429 West Main Street, Hale, hosts breakfast every Sunday from 9am-Noon. Eggs, pancakes, biscuits and gravy, sausage, bacon and beverages. All are weclcome.
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