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The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Friday

Explorer Art Quilt Group – The group’s display is up for the month of August in the Small Works Gallery of the Marquette Arts and Community Center at Peter White Public Library.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic Services – available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held at the Lake Superior Village from 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Musikgarten – Drop in for kids from 10-11 a.m. with Corrine Rockow. For $5 a day, at the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center.

Next Chapter Book Club – meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. weekly in the Teen Area of Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Call Ellen Moore at 226-4312 or email emoore@pwpl.info.

LEGO Club – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.

LEGO Club for ages 5 and up. Listen to a story and work with others to build projects related to the story. Free. LEGOs provided. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Children’s Concert – from 1-2 p.m. in Peter White Public Library Community Room, the Bergonzi String Quartet’s rendition of “Peter and the Wolf” will be presented. Children can listen, interact and ask questions. The event is free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Alanon – meets 1:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, corner of First and Canda streets, Ishpeming.

Ishpeming library – Tweens and teens are invited to the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library at 4 p.m. for contests and games based on the hit TV show “Minute to Win It.” Ages 8 and up are invited to take part. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

Ninjitsu – class offered 4-5:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. For details call 346-9054.

Fish Fry – is 5-7:30 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Teen Night – is 6-10 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Gwinn. Free movies, games and popcorn. Call 346-6115.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Thursday

UPAWS Feline Frenzy – This is the final day of the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter’s Feline Frenzy. Cats age 1 and up can be adopted for $25, while it’s $65 for cats younger than 1. Call 475-6661 or visit upaws.org.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services available at Marquette County Health Department: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Graveraet 1953 – The Graveraet High School class of 1953 will meet for lunch at the Bayou Inn Restaurant in Harvey at 11 a.m. No reservations are required.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club: Cupcake Books – Noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a lunch and an all-time favorite book. Share the book during lunch and then decorate a cupcake to represent it. Grades 6 and up are welcome. In case of rain, go to the Youth Services Department. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital in Ontonagon from 25 p.m. For an appointment, call Cindy Lonchar at 884-8157.

Farmer/Artisans Market – is 4-7 p.m. at the Butler Theater in Ishpeming.

Party with a Purpose – A night of shopping and play is how this fund-raiser is being billed. A number of local independent consultants will bring their goods and set up tables at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Admission will be free and a portion of the proceeds from the evening’s sales will go to the Children’s Museum. Thursdays are also Dominos Pizza night at the Museum where families can place an order at the Museum store by 5:30 p.m. and have a pizza delivered for $6, including tip. For more information, contact the Children’s Museum at 226-3911 or visit www.upchildrensmuseum.com.

Adult Book Club – The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library is hosting it first ever Summer Adult Book Club. It will meet at 5 p.m. to talk about “The Circle” by Dave Eggers. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

National Night Out – Mission Covenant Church in Ishpeming will host a block party in conjunction with National Night Out from 5-8 p.m. Free. The Church is on North Second Street between Maurice and Michigan streets. call 485-5401.

Sociable Seniors – meets at 5 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Karate-Spirit – Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Negaunee YMCA: Children 6-12 years at 5-6 p.m., Family Class 6-7 p.m.. Call the Y at 475-9666 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

TOPS Group 1579 meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 440 Stoneville Road, Ishpeming. Weigh-in at 5 p.m., meeting at 5:30 p.m.

TOPS – Group 1372 meets at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. Weigh-in 5:30-6:10 p.m., meeting at 6:15 p.m. Call 226-7930.

Zumba Class – meets 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Harvey Baptist Church. Cost is $3 per session, with proceeds going to missions around the world. Call 249-1013 and leave a message.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

Dog Nights – 6-7:30 pm. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. All children are invited to come and read to a dog. Increase your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a friendly, calm dog. Free, no registration required. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

SMART Recovery – is an abstinence based recovery group that meets at 6:30 p.m. at 710 Chippewa Square Suite 208. The program is based on scientific knowledge and reason. Spirituality, religion and higher powers are not part of the program. SMART Recovery is a program for all kinds of addictive behaviors. For more information call Mary at 906-362-1647, or go to SMART recovery.org

Alcoholics Anonymous – Second Chance meeting is 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Marquette Courthouse Annex, Room 41. Handicapped accessible.

L’Anse concert – Cathy Bolton will perform at 7 p.m. at the bandshell in the Lakefront Park at the foot of Broad Street at the lake in the free concert series sponsored by the L’Anse DDA.

Chess – is played at 7 p.m. at the Masonic Center, 128 W. Washington St., Marquette. Free lessons available, chess sets and boards provided. Call 869-1719.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church in Harvey.

Gamblers Anonymous – closed meeting, 7 p.m. (open meeting last Thursdays), First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Mailing address: G.A., P.O. Box 34, Marquette, MI 49855. Call 226-3610.

Marquette City Band – “Music of American Composers,” with guest conductor Jacob Bender, 7:30 p.m., Presque Isle Band Shell, Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7:30 p.m. at the Michigamme Community Library.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book group meets 7:30 p.m., upstairs of Parties Unlimited in Ishpeming.

Narcotics Anonymous – “Never in the Dark” closed meeting is 7:30 p.m., Marquette General Hospital Mountain Room. Call 866-506-6557.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church in Gwinn. Open meeting. Handicapped accessible.

Narcotics Anonymous open meeting is 8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, corner of Elm and Chocolay, Munising. Call 866-310-9077.

Friday

Explorer Art Quilt Group – The group’s display is up for the month of August in the Small Works Gallery of the Marquette Arts and Community Center at Peter White Public Library.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups -offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic Services – available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held at the Lake Superior Village from 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Musikgarten – Drop in for kids from 10-11 a.m. with Corrine Rockow. For $5 a day, at the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center.

Next Chapter Book Club – meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. weekly in the Teen Area of Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Call Ellen Moore at 226-4312 or email emoore@pwpl.info.

LEGO Club – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. LEGO Club for ages 5 and up. Listen to a story and work with others to build projects related to the story. Free. LEGOs provided. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Children’s Concert – from 1-2 p.m. in Peter White Public Library Community Room; the event is free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit “http://www.aa-marquettecounty.org”>www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11 a.m.. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

The Sorcerer’s Apprentice: Tales of Magic and Mystery – 1 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Storyteller Tracy Chipman sparks the imagination with amazing magical stories. All ages are welcome. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Teen Tent: Smashed Pop Can Art – 2-3 p.m. under the front lawn canopy at Peter White Public Library. Create awesome faces and beautiful works of art with smashed pop cans, acrylics and puffy paints. Grades 6 and up are welcome. In case of rain, go to the Youth Services Department. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Tween Book Club – The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library is conducting its annual Summer Tween Book Club. It will be meeting at 5 p.m. to talk about “The One and Only Ivan” by Katherine Applegate. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

VBS – “I Just Wanna Be A Sheep,” a Vacation Bible School night for kids in kindergarten through grade six, is set from 5 to 8 p.m. at Community Lutheran Church, 111 Simpson Ave. in Palmer. A hot dog supper will be part of the night. To register, contact Carol at 249-9497 or Nancy 475-6397.

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Frisbee – The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Marquette the Frisbee Sanctuary from 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewery, Marquette. Steve DesJardins will take a historical look back on the sport. Tribute will be paid to local Frisbee activist Craig “Buck” Buchanan, who recently passed away. There is a $5 Suggested donation for this event, for more information visit www.marquettehistory.org or call 906-226-3571.

Historical Marquette Bus Tours – Departs at 6 p.m. from the Marquette Regional History Center. $15. Call 226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more information.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Narcotics Anonymous – “New Beginnings” group meets 6 p.m., Great Lakes Youth Recovery Center, Marquette (Treatment center rules apply).

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Evening Zumba – from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Bridge – played at 6:30 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

Video series – Living Faith Fellowship Church of Gwinn is showing a video series by Pastor Dan Betzer of 1st Assembly of God in Fort Myers. Florida.

This series is being shown at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The series is titled “The Jesus Nobody Knows” and is based on the gospels. Living Faith Fellowship is located on the corner of M-35 and Blue Lake Road.

Concert – The Negaunee City Band continues its summer series of free concerts at 7:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Performing Arts Center at the east end of Iron Street. Gerald Anderson, baritone horn soloist, will be featured.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., Eden Lutheran Church, Munising.

Thursday

UPAWS Feline Frenzy – This is the final day of the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter’s Feline Frenzy. Cats age 1 and up can be adopted for $25, while it’s $65 for cats younger than 1. Call 475-6661 or visit upaws.org.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services available at Marquette County Health Department: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Graveraet 1953 – The Graveraet High School class of 1953 will meet for lunch at the Bayou Inn Restaurant in Harvey at 11 a.m. No reservations are required.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club: Cupcake Books – Noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a lunch and an all-time favorite book. Share the book during lunch and then decorate a cupcake to represent it. Grades 6 and up are welcome. In case of rain, go to the Youth Services Department. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital in Ontonagon from 25 p.m. For an appointment, call Cindy Lonchar at 884-8157.

Farmer/Artisans Market – is 4-7 p.m. at the Butler Theater in Ishpeming.

Party with a Purpose – A night of shopping and play is how this fund-raiser is being billed. A number of local independent consultants will bring their goods and set up tables at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Admission will be free and a portion of the proceeds from the evening’s sales will go to the Children’s Museum. Thursdays are also Dominos Pizza night at the Museum where families can place an order at the Museum store by 5:30 p.m. and have a pizza delivered for $6, including tip. For more information, contact the Children’s Museum at 226-3911 or visit www.upchildrensmuseum.com.

Adult Book Club – The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library is hosting it first ever Summer Adult Book Club. It will meet at 5 p.m. to talk about “The Circle” by Dave Eggers. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

National Night Out – Mission Covenant Church in Ishpeming will host a block party in conjunction with National Night Out from 5-8 p.m. Free. The Church is on North Second Street between Maurice and Michigan streets. call 485-5401.

Sociable Seniors – meets at 5 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Karate-Spirit – Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Negaunee YMCA: Children 6-12 years at 5-6 p.m., Family Class 6-7 p.m.. Call the Y at 475-9666 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

TOPS – Group 1579 meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 440 Stoneville Road, Ishpeming. Weigh-in at 5 p.m., meeting at 5:30 p.m.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Tuesday

Early Bird Zumba – at 6 a.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Alex Holley. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit “http://www.aa-marquettecounty.org”>www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Business Network International – U.P. Pioneers chapter meets 7-8:30 a.m. at the Marquette Commons. Call 228-6602 or 869-1272.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic Services – available this date at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Spring Story Hour – from 10-11 a.m.. at the Richmond Township Library, Palmer. Books will be read, crafts will be made and treats will be served! For more information call 475-5241.

Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 10 a.m.-noon and from 5:30-7 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-8510.

Blood drive – A blood drive will be held at Marquette General Hospital, Neldberg Building-1st Floor in Marquette from 11 a.m 3 p.m. For an appointment, call the UP Regional Blood Center at 225-4610.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, Marquette.

Story & Craft Hour 4+ – 1-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Celebrate summer reading with Fizz Boom Read, a story and craft hour for ages 4 and up. Free. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Story time – The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library has a preschool storytime and craft about shapes at 1 p.m. Perfect for ages 5 and under. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

Bridge – played at 1 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1871 for info/players.

Tai Chi – at 1 p.m. at the Ishpeming Senior Center. Call 485-5527.

Chocolay Senior Drop-In Center – from 1-4 p.m. in the meeting room of the Chocolay Township Hall, Harvey. For social activities close to home and refreshments. This eliminates the morning session.

Teens-Only Tuesdays – 2-5 p.m., Teen Area at Peter White Public Library. The entire Teen Area will be reserved for high school and middle school students for 3 hours every Tuesday afternoon in July and August. We have board games, decks of cards, lots of books, and air conditioning so bring a friend and chill out at your library! For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info or the Peter White Public Library Teen Advisory Board Facebook page.

Iron Industry Museum – Lecture Series presentation: “Freighters of Destiny: A History of Great Lakes Navigation” at 2 p.m. with Fred Stonehouse, Marquette.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class offered for orange belt and higher youths through adults, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy,1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Substance Abuse/Addiction Support Group – from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Group Room 2 of the Neldberg Building at Marquette General Hospital. The group is for family/friends of a loved one with substance abuse/addiction issues. Call 225-3985.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

Infant Playgroup – offered 6-7 p.m. at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum. Cost: $12 per month. Call 225-3081. For more details visit www.mgh.org.

Martial Arts – Free trial classes offered 6-7 p.m., Gwinn Clubhouse, 165 Maple St. New beginners’ classes begin first week of each month. Call 346-4523, or visit www.blackdragonmartialartsclub.com.

American Legion Auxiliary Bingo – early birds meet at 6:30 p.m. Regular session begins at 7 p.m. at Post 349, Little Lake.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6:30-7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Tae Kwon Do School – Martial Arts class from 6:30-8 p.m., Marquette. Visitors welcome. Call 485-1366.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 6:30 p.m., at Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Celebrate Recovery – is a Biblical and balanced program that helps people overcome hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Meets every Tuesday at the Good News Assembly of God in Ishpeming, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity Nights – Activity Nights at Messiah Lutheran Church Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-9 p.m.. There are group activities, games, snacks, and movies. It is free for all children. Pre-K youth need to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible sibling. Questions can be sent to messiah.lisam@gmail.com or call the church office at 225-1119. For more information about Messiah go to marquettelutherans.org.

Blues – In celebration of blues music, Bluesday Tuesday hosts a live performance by the well-known Upper Peninsula jazz duo of Kirsten Gustafson and Dave Ziegner at 7 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Community Room. There is no admission charge to attend the event which is sponsored by the Marquette Area Blues Society and the library. Call 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info for more information.

Sister City reception – The City of Marquette’s Sister Cities Program will hold a public reception from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Huron Mountain Gallery space of the Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. in Marquette. Community members are invited to welcome the nine delegates from Japan. Guests include the Mayor of Higashiomi, the Chairman of the City Assembly and the Director of the City Planning Department.

Forsyth Singers – practice at 7 p.m. in the Gwinn High School Band Room. All males interested in singing are welcome. Call Bill Rowe at 346-9278.

Open Mic Night – at 7 p.m. at Rare Earth Goods, 200 E. Division St., Ishpeming. Use the side door on Front Street. Call 485-5650.

Recovery for Couples – meets 7 p.m. in the Shiras Room at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette.

DivorceCare – meets 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marquette. Call 228-9883 or visit www.divorcecare.com.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (open/non-smoking) meets 7 p.m., AuTrain Community Center, AuTrain.

Marquette Male Chorus – rehearses 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Men age 14 and older are welcome.

Narcotics Anonymous – “The Basic Meeting” meets 7:30 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, Marquette. Open meeting. Call 866-506-6557.

Race Kart – Great Lakes Race Kart Association meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Motor Inn, Escanaba. Call 249-1360.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11 a.m.. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

The Sorcerer’s Apprentice: Tales of Magic and Mystery – 1 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Storyteller Tracy Chipman sparks the imagination with amazing magical stories. All ages are welcome. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Teen Tent: Smashed Pop Can Art – 2-3 p.m. under the front lawn canopy at Peter White Public Library. Create awesome faces and beautiful works of art with smashed pop cans, acrylics and puffy paints. Grades 6 and up are welcome. In case of rain, go to the Youth Services Department. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Tween Book Club – The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library is conducting its annual Summer Tween Book Club. It will be meeting at 5 p.m. to talk about “The One and Only Ivan” by Katherine Applegate. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

VBS – “I Just Wanna Be A Sheep,” a Vacation Bible School night for kids in kindergarten through grade six, is set from 5 to 8 p.m. at Community Lutheran Church, 111 Simpson Ave. in Palmer. A hot dog supper will be part of the night. To register, contact Carol at 249-9497 or Nancy 475-6397.

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Frisbee – The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Marquette the Frisbee Sanctuary from 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewery, Marquette. Steve DesJardins will take a historical look back on the sport. Tribute will be paid to local Frisbee activist Craig “Buck” Buchanan, who recently passed away. There is a $5 Suggested donation for this event, for more information visit www.marquettehistory.org or call 906-226-3571.

Historical Marquette Bus Tours – Departs at 6 p.m. from the Marquette Regional History Center. $15. Call 226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more information.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Saturday

Red Earth Classic – Day of the event registration starts at 7 a.m. at Bell Forest Products in Ishpeming. Three races are planned: long track, short track and junior classic. Visit “http://www.redearthclassic.com”>www.redearthclassic.com for more information.

Library fundraiser Friends of the Forsyth Township Library will kick off a fundraiser during Gwinn Fun Daze. “Support a Shelf” will enable library patrons to purchase a brass name plate and have it engraved. The plate will be attached to a shelf in the new library and become a part of history. The money raised will be used to purchase items for inside the new building such as furniture and computers. Call 346-3433.

Lake Superior Zendo – Zazen (Zen Buddhist meditation) meets at 7:40 a.m., 8:30 a.m.; morning service at 9:10 a.m. Call 226-6407 for location and details.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Hotcakes for Hospice – The second annual Hotcakes for Hospice is set from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Frazier Boat Yard, Mattson Lower Harbor Park, Marquette. On the menu are hotcakes, French toast, sausage links, coffee, milk, orange juice, maple syrup and fresh blueberries. Tickets are $12 for ages 13 and up; $5 for ages 6-12; and free for those 5 and under. All proceeds benefit Lake Superior Hospice. Call 225-7760.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class for orange belt and higher ages 7-adult and white belt teens/adults offered 9-10 a.m., beginners age 7-12 10-11 a.m. Private lessons by appointment. Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy, 1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 9 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430.

The 2014 Grand Marais Garden Tour – will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s theme is “Birds in the Garden.” Tickets for the garden tour are $10 and can be purchased the day of the tour at the Community Center on Brazel Street or the Gazebo on the Greenspace. For more information, visit gardentour.grandmaraismichigan.com or contact Melissa Carothers at 658-3478.

Fill the Boot – Several members of the Marquette Fire Department Local No. 643 will fan out across the city with boots in hand for this year’s drive for the Muscular Dystrophy Association from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The firefighters will be at the intersections of Washington Street and Front Street; Third Street and West Hewitt Avenue.; and Pine Street and Fair Avenue.

Walk and Roll – Superior Alliance for Independent Living will have its Walk and Roll event. Participants are encouraged to take part “by any means … by foot or by wheel.” The event will be a walk, run and roll at Tourist Park in Marquette with registration beginning at 10 a.m. the day of the event. There will be -mile, 5K, and 10K courses mapped out. The 10K begins at 10:45 a.m.; the 5K at 11:15 a.m.; and the -mile at 11:30 a.m. Registration is $25 and includes a T-shirt. Registration forms can be picked up at SAIL’s offices on Wright Street or found on its website www.upsail.com/events.php.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 10 a.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Al-Anon – non-smoking meeting, 10 a.m. at Church of Christ, Marquette.

Karate Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 10-10:50 a.m.; family karate (age 4 and up with a parent) is 11-11:50 a.m.; Karate Kids (ages 6-14) is noon-1 p.m.; special needs karate is 1:15-2 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Bridge Lessons – offered 10:30 a.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book study group 10:30 a.m., Back Room in University Center at Northern Michigan University. Handicapped accessible.

Overeaters Anonymous – Step and Tradition study group 11 a.m., Messiah Lutheran Church, Room 208, 305 W. Magnetic, Marquette. Call 226-2762.

Saturday Morning Art – from 11 a.m.-noon for kindergarten through fourth grade children in the Children’s Room of the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. A free story and art program. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Partners Cribbage- Tournament will be held at noon at the the Venice, Ishpeming. Pre-register by calling 486-9761.

Open Gym – noon to 1:30 p.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. Non-members welcome. Fee is $5. Call 273-0696.

Faith-Based Recovery – Faith-based support and recovery program for addictions of all kinds meets noon-1:30 p.m. at the Rock Bible Chapel. Call 356-6346, 553-9830 or 356-6133.

Ninjitsu – class offered noon-1:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.

Bridge – played at 1 p.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Memorial fundraiser – The Negaunee Eagles Aerie 1944 will be conducting a memorial fundraiser for Jeannie Kangas, one of its members who died in June, starting at 2 p.m. The event will include dinner, raffles, an auction, live music, and more. Adults $7 and children 10 and under $4.

Family Night – is 6-9:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Gwinn. Free games, movies, popcorn. Call 346-6115.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m., Presbyterian Church, 300 Bensinger, Big Bay. Handicapped accessible.

AA/Alanon – open meeting 7:30 p.m. above Parties Unlimited, 105 S. Main Ishpeming.

Big Brothers Big Sisters fundraiser – Scene and Reheard, a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County, will be at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. in Marquette starting at 8 p.m. Suggested donation $5.

Sunday

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Red Earth Classic – Day of the event registration starts at 8 a.m. at Al Quaal’s lower lodge in Ishpeming. Visit www.redearthclassic.com for more information.

Breakfast – is 8-11 a.m., American Legion Post 340, Hermansville.

Church service on courtyard – Bethany Lutheran Church, 550 Cherry St., Negaunee, will have an outdoor courtyard service at 9 a.m. Everyone is invited to attend. A coffee fellowship hour will follow the service. Call 475-9533 for more information.

Breakfast – is 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Life Recovery Group – meets 9:30-10:30 a.m., Lake Superior Christian Church, Marquette.

Ninjitsu – class offered 1-2:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.

Rock hounds – The Ishpeming Rock & Mineral Club will offer a free beginning rockhounding class for ages 8 and older from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum in Ishpeming. All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Friday

Deadline – This is the deadline for registering a party for National Night Out, the annual community celebration bringing neighbors together. Parties are to be held between Aug. 1-15. Call 485-1782 to register or for more informaiton.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services -Clinic Services available today at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be from 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Musikgarten – Drop in for kids from 10-11 a.m. with Corrine Rockow. For $5 a day, at the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center.

Next Chapter Book Club – meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. weekly in the Teen Area of Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Call Ellen Moore at 226-4312 or email emoore@pwpl.info.

LEGO Club – 11 a.m. to noon Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.

LEGO Club for ages 5 and up. Listen to a story and work with others to build projects related to the story. Free. LEGOs provided. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Alanon – meets 1:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, corner of First and Canda streets, Ishpeming.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services available at Marquette County Health Department: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

U.P. Children’s Museum – Grandparents receive free admission and snacks from 10 -11:30 a.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of every month.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

The Men’s Lunch Group – meets at 11 a.m. fourth Thursdays at Hong Kong Buffet, Marquette. For details call Phil Puotinen at 228-3910.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club -Dangerous Books & Forbidden Fruits, noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a bag lunch and talk about books that have been banned or challenged. The library will provide “forbidden” fruits for dessert. Grades 6 and up are welcome. Free of charge. If it rains, meet inside in the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

The Elba Morse Club – will meet at Perkins at 11:30 a.m. The meeting is open to all retired nurses and their guests. No reservations required.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

Bloodmobile blood drive – at NorthStar Health System in Iron River from 36 p.m. For an appointment, call Mark Radke at 360-0232 or 265-3098.

Farmer/Artisans Market – is 4-7 p.m. at the Butler Theater in Ishpeming.

LEGO – LEGO-themed booths, projects, and contests at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library at 5 p.m. Fun for the whole family. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

Sociable Seniors – meets at 5 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Karate-Spirit – Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Negaunee YMCA: Children 6-12 years at 5-6 p.m., Family Class 6-7 p.m.. Call the Y at 475-9666 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

TOPS – Group 1579 meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 440 Stoneville Road, Ishpeming. Weigh-in at 5 p.m., meeting at 5:30 p.m.

TOPS – Group 1372 meets at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. Weigh-in 5:30-6:10 p.m., meeting at 6:15 p.m. Call 226-7930.

Zumba Class – meets 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Harvey Baptist Church. Cost is $3 per session, with proceeds going to missions around the world. Call 249-1013 and leave a message.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

BYO DInner Theater – Peter White Public Library invites film fans to a BYO Dinner Theater event at 5:30 p.m. to enjoy a screening of “American Hustle” in the library’s Community room. BYO Dinner Theater welcomes the public to bring their own takeout supper and enjoy a feature film, in a dinner theater setting. There is no admission charge thanks to sponsorship by the Friends of the Peter White Public Library. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.

Dog Nights – 6-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room.

All children are invited to come and read to a dog. Increase your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a friendly, calm dog. Free, no registration required. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

SMART Recovery – is an abstinence based recovery group that meets at 6:30 p.m. at 710 Chippewa Square Suite 208. The program is based on scientific knowledge and reason. Spirituality, religion and higher powers are not part of the program. SMART Recovery is a program for all kinds of addictive behaviors. For more information call Mary at 906-362-1647, or go to SMART recovery.org

Alcoholics Anonymous – Second Chance meeting is 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Marquette Courthouse Annex, Room 41. Handicapped accessible.

Book release celebration – Historian and photographer Mikel B. Classen celebrates the release of his new book, “Au Sable Point Lighthouse” with a presentation at 7 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. A book sale and signing follows the presentation which is open to the public at no admission charge. For more information call the library at 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info.

L’Anse concert – The rocking music of Ironland will continue the L’Anse Lakefront Concerts. The free concerts are presented by the L’Anse DDA at 7 p.m. every Thursday at the bandshell in the Lakefront Park, at the foot of Broad Street at the lake. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in Meadowbrook Arena.

Chess – is played at 7 p.m. at the Masonic Center, 128 W. Washington St., Marquette. Free lessons available, chess sets and boards provided. Call 869-1719.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church in Harvey.

Gamblers Anonymous – closed meeting, 7 p.m. (open meeting last Thursdays), First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Mailing address: G.A., P.O. Box 34, Marquette, MI 49855. Call 226-3610.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7:30 p.m. at the Michigamme Community Library.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book group meets 7:30 p.m., upstairs of Parties Unlimited in Ishpeming.

Narcotics Anonymous – “Never in the Dark” closed meeting is 7:30 p.m., Marquette General Hospital Mountain Room. Call 866-506-6557.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church in Gwinn. Open meeting. Handicapped accessible.

Narcotics Anonymous open meeting is 8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, corner of Elm and Chocolay, Munising. Call 866-310-9077.

Friday

Deadline – This is the deadline for registering a party for National Night Out, the annual community celebration bringing neighbors together. Parties are to be held between Aug. 1-15. Call 485-1782 to register or for more information.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services -Clinic Services available today at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be from 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Musikgarten – Drop in for kids from 10-11 a.m. with Corrine Rockow. For $5 a day, at the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center.

Next Chapter Book Club – meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. weekly in the Teen Area of Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Call Ellen Moore at 226-4312 or email emoore@pwpl.info.

LEGO Club – 11 a.m. to noon Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.

LEGO Club for ages 5 and up. Listen to a story and work with others to build projects related to the story. Free. LEGOs provided. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Alanon – meets 1:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, corner of First and Canda streets, Ishpeming.

Fill the Boot – Several members of the Marquette Fire Department Local No. 643 will fan out across the city with boots in hand for this year’s drive for the Muscular Dystrophy Association from 3-6 p.m. The firefighters will be at the intersections of North McClellan Avenue and Cleveland Avenue; and Third Street and West Hewitt Avenue.

Tie Dye – Come to the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library at 4 p.m. for tie-dye experiments. Ages 8 and up. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

Ninjitsu class offered 4-5:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. For details call 346-9054.

Fish Fry – is 5-7:30 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Local Authors Night – At Panara Imports, 125 W. Washington St., Marquette. Readings of poetry by local authors Amber Edmondson, Michael A. Greer, Tara C. Hill, Raja Howe and David Jaicks. Free admission. Refreshments. For more info, 226-4604 or marquettepoetscircle.wordpress.com.

Teen Night – is 6-10 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Gwinn. Free movies, games and popcorn. Call 346-6115.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Family Square Dance – weekly lessons offered 6:20-7:20 p.m. at Dance Zone, 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. Cost: $5 per family per evening. Call 225-5702.

VFW Post 4573 Men’s Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. No smoking.

Marquette Folk Dancers – The dancers meet at 7 p.m. at Northern Lights Martial Arts, 1500 W. Washington (enter door on east side of building facing OfficeMax). Wear soft-soled shoes. Phone 226-3788.

Family Dance Nights – at 7 p.m. at Dance Zone, 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. The cost is $5 per family, per session. Bring clean shoes. Call 236-1457.

Reformers Unanimous – addiction classes meet 7-9 p.m., Heritage Baptist Church, 3755 County Road 456, Skandia. Call the Rev. Lon Russell at 942-7900 or 360-7901.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed 12 and 12/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Munising.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Native American Group meets 8-9 p.m., 1901 Longyear Ave., Marquette. Call 228-8155.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Narcotics Anonymous – open meeting at 9 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 927 W. Fair Ave., Marquette. Call 866-506-6557.

Big Brothers Big Sisters fundraiser – Scene and Reheard, a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Marquette County, will be at the Dry Dock in Harvey starting at 9 p.m. Suggested donation $5.

Saturday

Red Earth Classic – Day of the event registration starts at 7 a.m. at Bell Forest Products in Ishpeming. Three races are planned: long track, short track and junior classic. Visit www.redearthclassic.com for more information.

Library fundraiser – Friends of the Forsyth Township Library will kick off a fundraiser during Gwinn Fun Daze. “Support a Shelf” will enable library patrons to purchase a brass name plate and have it engraved. The plate will be attached to a shelf in the new library and become a part of history. The money raised will be used to purchase items for inside the new building such as furniture and computers. Call 346-3433.

Lake Superior Zendo – Zazen (Zen Buddhist meditation) meets at 7:40 a.m., 8:30 a.m.; morning service at 9:10 a.m. Call 226-6407 for location and details.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Hotcakes for Hospice – The second annual Hotcakes for Hospice is set from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Frazier Boat Yard, Mattson Lower Harbor Park, Marquette. On the menu are hotcakes, French toast, sausage links, coffee, milk, orange juice, maple syrup and fresh blueberries. Tickets are $12 for ages 13 and up; $5 for ages 6-12; and free for those 5 and under. All proceeds benefit Lake Superior Hospice. Call 225-7760.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class for orange belt and higher ages 7-adult and white belt teens/adults offered 9-10 a.m., beginners age 7-12 10-11 a.m. Private lessons by appointment. Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy, 1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 9 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430.

The 2014 Grand Marais Garden Tour – will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s theme is “Birds in the Garden.” Tickets for the garden tour are $10 and can be purchased the day of the tour at the Community Center on Brazel Street or the Gazebo on the Greenspace. For more information, visit gardentour.grandmaraismichigan.com or contact Melissa Carothers at 658-3478.

Fill the Boot – Several members of the Marquette Fire Department Local No. 643 will fan out across the city with boots in hand for this year’s drive for the Muscular Dystrophy Association from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The firefighters will be at the intersections of Washington Street and Front Street; Third Street and West Hewitt Avenue.; and Pine Street and Fair Avenue.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11 a.m.. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

Auditions – The Marquette Downtown Development Authority and Lake Superior Youth Theatre will be holding auditions from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third floor of Graveraet School, 611 N. Front St. in Marquette for the annual Downtown Marquette Blueberry Festival Youth Talent Show. For more information, call Nikke Nason at 362-6453 or email lakesuperioryouththeatre@gmail.com

Graveraet 1952 – The Graveraet Class of 1952 will meet at noon the fourth Wednesday of the month at Vango’s in Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Splash Boom Read! – 1-3 p.m. on the Peter White Public Library front lawn. Come have fun in the sun with water. Participate in water science experiments and water games. Ages 8 and up; children under 8 are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at Grace Lutheran Church in Gwinn from 25 p.m. For an appointment, call Joyce Styer at 346-7595.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Children’s Book Club – The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library has snacks and discussion of “Violet Mackerel’s Natural Habitat” by Anna Branford at its annual Summer Children’s Book Club at 5 p.m. Call the library at 486-4381 for more information

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Caregiver Support – A Caregiver Support Group meets from 6 to 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the Huron Room at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital in Newberry. Call 293-9156.

Board of Health – The Marquette County Board of Health will meet at 6 p.m. in Room 231 of the Henry A. Skewis Courthouse Annex, Maruqete. For more information, visit www.mqthealth.org.

Historical Marquette Bus Tours – Departs at 6 p.m. from the Marquette Regional History Center. $15. Call 226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more information.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Narcotics Anonymous – “New Beginnings” group meets 6 p.m., Great Lakes Youth Recovery Center, Marquette (Treatment center rules apply).

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Evening Zumba – from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Bridge – played at 6:30 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

Special Olympics Michigan Area 36 – Alger, Marquette, Baraga, Houghton, and Keweenaw, will hold a town hall meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Marquette Holiday Inn, in the Timbers room. Area 36 has a need to fill positions on its management team. Special Olympics is a non-profit organization that offers a year round sports program for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Anyone who is interested in becoming a part of the team is welcome to come to the meeting. More information will be given as to what the unfilled positions will require.

Video series – Living Faith Fellowship Church of Gwinn is showing a video series by Pastor Dan Betzer of 1st Assembly of God in Fort Myers. Florida.

This series is being shown at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The series is titled “The Jesus Nobody Knows” and is based on the gospels. Living Faith Fellowship is located on the corner of M-35 and Blue Lake Road.

Concert – The Negaunee City Band continues its summer series of free concerts at 7:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Performing Arts Center at the east end of Iron Street.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., Eden Lutheran Church, Munising.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services available at Marquette County Health Department: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

U.P. Children’s Museum – Grandparents receive free admission and snacks from 10 -11:30 a.m. or 6-7:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of every month.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

The Men’s Lunch Group – meets at 11 a.m. fourth Thursdays at Hong Kong Buffet, Marquette. For details call Phil Puotinen at 228-3910.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club -Dangerous Books & Forbidden Fruits, noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a bag lunch and talk about books that have been banned or challenged. The library will provide “forbidden” fruits for dessert. Grades 6 and up are welcome. Free of charge. If it rains, meet inside in the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

The Elba Morse Club – will meet at Perkins at 11:30 a.m. The meeting is open to all retired nurses and their guests. No reservations required.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

Bloodmobile blood drive – at NorthStar Health System in Iron River from 36 p.m. For an appointment, call Mark Radke at 360-0232 or 265-3098.

Farmer/Artisans Market – is 4-7 p.m. at the Butler Theater in Ishpeming.

LEGO – LEGO-themed booths, projects, and contests at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library at 5 p.m. Fun for the whole family. Contact the library at 486-4381 for more information.

Sociable Seniors – meets at 5 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Karate-Spirit – Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Negaunee YMCA: Children 6-12 years at 5-6 p.m., Family Class 6-7 p.m.. Call the Y at 475-9666 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

TOPS – Group 1579 meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 440 Stoneville Road, Ishpeming. Weigh-in at 5 p.m., meeting at 5:30 p.m.

TOPS – Group 1372 meets at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. Weigh-in 5:30-6:10 p.m., meeting at 6:15 p.m. Call 226-7930.

Zumba Class – meets 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Harvey Baptist Church. Cost is $3 per session, with proceeds going to missions around the world. Call 249-1013 and leave a message.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

BYO DInner Theater – Peter White Public Library invites film fans to a BYO Dinner Theater event at 5:30 p.m. to enjoy a screening of “American Hustle” in the library’s Community room. BYO Dinner Theater welcomes the public to bring their own takeout supper and enjoy a feature film, in a dinner theater setting. There is no admission charge thanks to sponsorship by the Friends of the Peter White Public Library. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.

Dog Nights – 6-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. All children are invited to come and read to a dog. Increase your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a friendly, calm dog. Free, no registration required. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Second Chance meeting is 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Marquette Courthouse Annex, Room 41. Handicapped accessible.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Tuesday

Early Bird Zumba – at 6 a.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Alex Holley. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Business Network International – U.P. Pioneers chapter meets 7-8:30 a.m. at the Marquette Commons. Call 228-6602 or 869-1272.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic Services – available this date at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at the Multi-Purpose Building in Covington from 10 a.m.noon. For an appointment, call Brenda Fesnick at 355-2505.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Spring Story Hour – from 10-11 a.m.. at the Richmond Township Library, Palmer. Books will be read, crafts will be made and treats will be served! For more information call 475-5241.

Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 10 a.m.-noon and from 5:30-7 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-8510.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, Marquette.

Story & Craft Hour 4+ – 1-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Celebrate summer reading with Fizz Boom Read, a story and craft hour for ages 4 and up. Free. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Historical Marquette Bus Tours Departs at 1 p.m. from the Marquette Regional History Center. $15. Call 226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more information.

Medicare workshop – The Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress is teaming up with the Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program to bring a free Medicare 101 Workshop throughout the Upper Peninsula. The workshop in Marquette will be from 1-3 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center. The class is free but registration is required. Call 217-3016 or dial 2-1-1 and ask about the MMAP workshop in Marquette

Bridge – played at 1 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1871 for info/players.

Tai Chi – at 1 p.m. at the Ishpeming Senior Center. Call 485-5527.

Chocolay Senior Drop-In Center – from 1-4 p.m. in the meeting room of the Chocolay Township Hall, Harvey. For social activities close to home and refreshments. This eliminates the morning session.

Animals – Learn about mammals, reptiles, and amphibians by seeing (and touching) live animals that are native to the region at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library at 1pm. Presented by Moosewood Nature Center. All ages. Call the library at 486-4381 with any questions.

Teens-Only Tuesdays – 2-5 p.m., Teen Area at Peter White Public Library. The entire Teen Area will be reserved for high school and middle school students for 3 hours every Tuesday afternoon in July and August. We have board games, decks of cards, lots of books, and air conditioning so bring a friend and chill out at your library! For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info or the Peter White Public Library Teen Advisory Board Facebook page.

Michigan Iron Industry Museum Lecture Series – “A Most Unpleasant Circumstance: Personality and Provocation at Fort Wilkins, Copper Harbor” at 2 p.m. with Tom Friggens, Michigan Historical Center (ret.).

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class offered for orange belt and higher youths through adults, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy,1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Substance Abuse/Addiction Support Group – from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Group Room 2 of the Neldberg Building at Marquette General Hospital. The group is for family/friends of a loved one with substance abuse/addiction issues. Call 225-3985.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

Infant Playgroup – offered 6-7 p.m. at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum. Cost: $12 per month. Call 225-3081. For more details visit www.mgh.org.

Martial Arts – Free trial classes offered 6-7 p.m., Gwinn Clubhouse, 165 Maple St. New beginners’ classes begin first week of each month. Call 346-4523, or visit www.blackdragonmartialartsclub.com.

American Legion Auxiliary Bingo – early birds meet at 6:30 p.m. Regular session begins at 7 p.m. at Post 349, Little Lake.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6:30-7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Tae Kwon Do School – Martial Arts class from 6:30-8 p.m., Marquette. Visitors welcome. Call 485-1366.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 6:30 p.m., at Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Celebrate Recovery – is a Biblical and balanced program that helps people overcome hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Meets every Tuesday at the Good News Assembly of God in Ishpeming, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Activity Nights – Activity Nights at Messiah Lutheran Church Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-9 p.m.. There are group activities, games, snacks, and movies. It is free for all children. Pre-K youth need to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible sibling. Questions can be sent to messiah.lisam@gmail.com or call the church office at 225-1119. For more information about Messiah go to marquettelutherans.org.

Forsyth Singers – practice at 7 p.m. in the Gwinn High School Band Room. All males interested in singing are welcome. Call Bill Rowe at 346-9278.

Open Mic Night – at 7 p.m. at Rare Earth Goods, 200 E. Division St., Ishpeming. Use the side door on Front Street. Call 485-5650.

Recovery for Couples – meets 7 p.m. in the Shiras Room at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette.

DivorceCare – meets 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marquette. Call 228-9883 or visit www.divorcecare.com.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (open/non-smoking) meets 7 p.m., AuTrain Community Center, AuTrain.

Marquette Male Chorus – rehearses 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Men age 14 and older are welcome.

Narcotics Anonymous – “The Basic Meeting” meets 7:30 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, Marquette. Open meeting. Call 866-506-6557.

Race Kart – Great Lakes Race Kart Association meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Motor Inn, Escanaba. Call 249-1360.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11 a.m.. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

Graveraet 1952 – The Graveraet Class of 1952 will meet at noon the fourth Wednesday of the month at Vango’s in Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Splash Boom Read! – 1-3 p.m. on the Peter White Public Library front lawn. Come have fun in the sun with water. Participate in water science experiments and water games. Ages 8 and up; children under 8 are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at Grace Lutheran Church in Gwinn from 25 p.m. For an appointment, call Joyce Styer at 346-7595.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Children’s Book Club – The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library has snacks and discussion of “Violet Mackerel’s Natural Habitat” by Anna Branford at its annual Summer Children’s Book Club at 5 p.m. Call the library at 486-4381 for more information

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Caregiver Support – A Caregiver Support Group meets from 6 to 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the Huron Room at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital in Newberry. Call 293-9156.

Board of Health – The Marquette County Board of Health will meet at 6 p.m. in Room 231 of the Henry A. Skewis Courthouse Annex, Maruqete. For more information, visit www.mqthealth.org.

Historical Marquette Bus Tours – Departs at 6 p.m. from the Marquette Regional History Center. $15. Call 226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more information.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Narcotics Anonymous – “New Beginnings” group meets 6 p.m., Great Lakes Youth Recovery Center, Marquette (Treatment center rules apply).

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Evening Zumba – from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Bridge – played at 6:30 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

Special Olympics Michigan Area 36 – Alger, Marquette, Baraga, Houghton, and Keweenaw, will hold a town hall meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Marquette Holiday Inn, in the Timbers room. Area 36 has a need to fill positions on its management team. Special Olympics is a non-profit organization that offers a year round sports program for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Anyone who is interested in becoming a part of the team is welcome to come to the meeting.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Saturday

Lake Superior Zendo – Zazen (Zen Buddhist meditation) meets at 7:40 a.m., 8:30 a.m.; morning service at 9:10 a.m. Call 226-6407 for location and details.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at TJ’s Sports Bar in Powers from 9 a.m.1 p.m. For an appointment, call Debbie Pitts at 497-5723.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class for orange belt and higher ages 7-adult and white belt teens/adults offered 9-10 a.m., beginners age 7-12 10-11 a.m. Private lessons by appointment. Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy, 1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 9 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 10 a.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Al-Anon – non-smoking meeting, 10 a.m. at Church of Christ, Marquette.

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 10-10:50 a.m.; family karate (age 4 and older with a parent) is 11-11:50 a.m.; Karate Kids (ages 6-14) is noon-1 p.m.; special needs karate is 1:15-2 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Bridge Lessons – offered 10:30 a.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book study group 10:30 a.m., Back Room in University Center at Northern Michigan University. Handicapped accessible.

Overeaters Anonymous – Step and Tradition study group 11 a.m., Messiah Lutheran Church, Room 208, 305 W. Magnetic, Marquette. Call 226-2762.

Saturday Morning Art – from 11 a.m.-noon for kindergarten through fourth grade children in the Children’s Room of the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. A free story and art program. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Partners Cribbage- Tournament will be held at noon at the the Venice, Ishpeming. Pre-register by calling 486-9761.

Open Gym – noon to 1:30 p.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. Non-members welcome. Fee is $5. Call 273-0696.

Faith-Based Recovery – Faith-based support and recovery program for addictions of all kinds meets noon-1:30 p.m. at the Rock Bible Chapel. Call 356-6346, 553-9830 or 356-6133.

Ninjitsu – class offered noon-1:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.

Bridge – played at 1 p.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Pet Health Fair – The Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter is having a Pet Health Fair from 1-5 p.m. at the Black Bear Grill, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer. This is an opportunity to learn about animal health and care. Lots of free pet stuff (while supplies last). UPAWS will be available to answer questions about its programs, services and adoptions. Tacomo Dog Training will be available to answer questions about dog training and behavior and Gwinn Sawyer Vet Clinic will be available to talk about what they offer in animal care. Angie’s Grooming will be ready to offer grooming advice. Free nail clipping and discounted microchipping will be available.

Cadet Squadron – Lake Superior Cadet Squadron meets 2 p.m. first/third Saturdays at Silver Creek Church. Open to ages 12-21.

Family Night – is 6-9:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Gwinn. Free games, movies, popcorn. Call 346-6115.

Baha’i Faith Firesides – meets at 7 p.m. first and third Saturdays. Call 228-6976.

Square Dancing – at 7 p.m. the first and third Saturdays of the month at the Jacobetti Veterans Center on Fisher Street, Marquette. The cost is $10 per couple, per session. Call 236-1457.

Concert – Alex Marciniak, Leah Reichardt, and Jennifer Lund will be performing together at the Ontonagon Theater at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Poetry Poet Randall Freisinger will give a poetry reading at 7 p.m. at Grandpa’s Barn in Copper Harbor. Call 906-370-5358 for more information or visit www.keweenawwritersworkshop.com.

Superior Strings – The Superior String Alliance Chamber Players will perform from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Falling Rock Cafe, Munising. Suggested donation is $5.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m., Presbyterian Church, 300 Bensinger, Big Bay. Handicapped accessible.

AA/Alanon – open meeting 7:30 p.m. above Parties Unlimited, 105 S. Main Ishpeming.

Room at the Inn – Members of local Boy Scout Troop 302, invite the community to support a new service project for Room at the Inn. Members of the Troop will be at St. Michael’s Church in Marquette before and after the masses the weekend of July 19. They will be collecting the following items to make 25-50 personal hygiene kits for the Room at the Inn guests: Band- aids, gauze, tooth paste, tooth brushes, trial size shampoo soap, reusable grocery style bags, and wash cloths. When the shelter is back in operation, in September, these will make a great gift to those in need. Donations can be dropped off anytime at St. Michaels Church in Marquette as well. For more information, donate or to volunteer to assemble the kits, call Ian Parkkonen at 906-360-1590.

Sunday

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Breakfast – is 8-11 a.m., American Legion Post 340, Hermansville.

Breakfast – is 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Breakfast An all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet will be on the third Sunday of each month from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Rock Lions Club, M-35, Rock. Children ages 5 and under eat free. For more information, call 906-359-4835.

Life Recovery Group – meets 9:30-10:30 a.m., Lake Superior Christian Church, Marquette.

Worship and Barbecue – Bethel Lutheran Church of Ishpeming will have an outdoor worship service at 10:30 a.m. at Al Quaal Recreation Area. The service will be followed by a barbecue. Those attending are asked to bring a salad or bars, a lawn chair or blanket, and their own dishes and eating utensils. Hamburgers, hot dogs, brats and buns along with beverages will be provided. There is no charge for the event and all are welcome. Games will be provided for children. Call 485-5533.

Hike – The North Country Trail Hikers Chapter of the North Country Trail Association will hold its third Sunday hike. Plan to meet at the Elliott Donnelley Wilderness Parking lot, 12 miles north of Marquette on County Road 550, at 12:45 p.m. Participants will then carpool to a small parking area and start hiking at 1 p.m. to the Little Garlic Falls and the Little Garlic Balds Preserve. Hike will be about 3.5 miles round trip or two plus hours before returning to Elliott Donnelley Wilderness Parking about 4 p.m. Contact Contact Bob Kahl, 228-3037 or robert_kahl@sbcglobal.net or Lorana Jinkerson, 226-6210 or nct@northcountrytrail.org to sign up or get more information.

Dance – A dance is planned at the Trenary Community Building from 1 to 5 p.m. Music will provided by A Little Bit of Outlaws. Everyone is welcome. Admission is $5 and lunch will be available for $3.

Ninjitsu – class offered 1-2:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.

Artists reception – A reception for Thomas Cappuccio and his exhibit “Where is the Image? Puzzling Manifestation of Reality” will take place from 2-4 p.m. at Michigamme Moonshine Art Gallery. Refreshments will be served. Call 323-6546.

Benefit – A benefit dinner to help Madison Tahtinen, a 2-year-old facing surgery in Ann Arbor, is set from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Bayou Bar and Grill in Harvey. The event is a spaghetti dinner and silent auction. Music will be provided by Michael Hozz starting at 3 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for kids.

Personal Ministry Time – from 2-4 p.m., at New Life Church, Marquette. This ministry is for anyone with a need for physical, emotional or spiritual healing in their life. For more information, call 226-2333.

Aikido – class offered 3-4 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Community dinner – Hope Free Evangelical Lutheran Church in west Ishpeming will hold its monthly Community Dinner at 5 p.m. This month, Italian chicken and roasted garlic potatoes will be served. The dinner is free of charge and all are welcome. Contact the church office at 485-5714 for more information.

Superior Pipe and Drum – Corps meets 6-8 p.m. at Silver Creek Church in Harvey. New members welcome. Highland dancing, bagpiping and drumming instruction available. Call Pierre Ogea at 249-1999, or visit www.superiorpipes.org.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families beginners meeting/work book study is 6-8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

VFW Auxiliary Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. Regular session begins at 6:30 p.m. No Smoking.

Early Bird Bingo – at 6:20 p.m., the VFW post 4573 in Ishpeming.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (open/speaker/non-smoking) meets 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Munising.

Incest Survivors – Survivors of Incest Anonymous meets 7 p.m., Lake Superior Village Community Center, Marquette. Women only. Call 228-8155.

Alcoholics Anonymous – closed meeting, 8 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Monday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Clinic Services – available at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Friday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services -Clinic Services available today at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be from 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Musikgarten – Drop in for kids from 10-11 a.m. with Corrine Rockow. For $5 a day, at the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center.

Next Chapter Book Club – meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. weekly in the Teen Area of Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Call Ellen Moore at 226-4312 or email emoore@pwpl.info.

Fizz Boom Read! and Spark a Reaction Book Fair – 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Having completed reading another 20 minutes a day for 10 days, come to the second Book Fair of the summer and choose your next free book to take home. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

LEGO Club – 11 a.m. to noon Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. LEGO Club for ages 5 and up. Listen to a story and work with others to build projects related to the story. Free. LEGOs provided. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Alanon – meets 1:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, corner of First and Canda streets, Ishpeming.

Ninjitsu – class offered 4-5:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. For details call 346-9054.

Ice cream – Tweens and teens are invited to learn how to make ice cream at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library at 4 p.m. Ages 8+. Contact the library at 486-4381 with any questions.

Fish Fry – is 5-7:30 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Teen Night – is 6-10 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Gwinn. Free movies, games and popcorn. Call 346-6115.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Family Square Dance – weekly lessons offered 6:20-7:20 p.m. at Dance Zone, 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. Cost: $5 per family per evening. Call 225-5702.

VFW Post 4573 Men’s Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. No smoking.

The Marquette Folk Dancers will not be meeting this date. Dancing will be held July 25.

Family Dance Nights – at 7 p.m. at Dance Zone, 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. The cost is $5 per family, per session. Bring clean shoes. Call 236-1457.

Reformers Unanimous – addiction classes meet 7-9 p.m., Heritage Baptist Church, 3755 County Road 456, Skandia. Call the Rev. Lon Russell at 942-7900 or 360-7901.

Superior Strings – The Superior String Alliance Chamber Players will perform from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Portage Lake United Church, Houghton. Admission is free but tax-deductible donations are welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed 12 and 12/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Munising.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Native American Group meets 8-9 p.m., 1901 Longyear Ave., Marquette. Call 228-8155.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services available at Marquette County Health Department: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club – Childhood Favorites & Solar S’mores, noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a bag lunch and a favorite book from your childhood. Make a solar oven and cook S’mores to enjoy after sharing books over lunch. Grades 6 and up are welcome. Free of charge. In case of rain, meet inside in the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

IHS 1958 – meets 12:30 p.m. third Thursdays at Jasper Ridge Brewery, Ishpeming.

Blood drive – A blood drive will be held at the Blanchard Center in Manistique from 15:15 p.m. For an appointment, call Mindy Asp at 341-5777.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

Aktion Club – community service group for adults who live with a disability meets 1:30-2:30 p.m. first/third Thursdays at the Tourville West Clubhouse, Marquette. Call Troy Connors at 251-8353 or Miriam Black at 360-9430.

Living with Cancer Support Group – meets 4 p.m. at the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. For more information, call 420-5844 or 228-2982.

Strawberry Social – Emanuel Lutheran Church of Skandia is hosting its annual Strawberry Social from 4-7 p.m. Strawberry shortcake will be served. The church is at 9812 U.S. 41 in Skandia. Call 942-7245.

Farmer/Artisans Market – is 4-7 p.m. at the Butler Theater in Ishpeming.

Sociable Seniors – meets at 5 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Karate-Spirit – Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Negaunee YMCA: Children 6-12 years at 5-6 p.m., Family Class 6-7 p.m.. Call the Y at 475-9666 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

TOPS – Group 1579 meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 440 Stoneville Road, Ishpeming. Weigh-in at 5 p.m., meeting at 5:30 p.m.

TOPS – Group 1372 meets at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. Weigh-in 5:30-6:10 p.m., meeting at 6:15 p.m. Call 226-7930.

Zumba Class – meets 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Harvey Baptist Church. Cost is $3 per session, with proceeds going to missions around the world. Call 249-1013 and leave a message.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

MSU Extension – Water Bath Canning will be the subject of a workshop from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. by MSU Extension at the Marquette Food Co-Op, 502 W. Washington St., Marquette. No cost but space is limited. Call 475-5731 to register.

Historical Marquette Bus Tours – Departs at 6 p.m. from the Marquette Regional History Center. $15. Call 226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more information.

Dog Nights – 6-7:30 p.m.. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. All children are invited to come and read to a dog. Increase your reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a friendly, calm dog. Free, no registration required. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Marquette Jaycees – meets for 6 p.m. social, 6:30 p.m. meeting the third Thursdays in the board room at the Landmark Inn, Marquette. Call 458-5783.

Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

Film screening – Peter White Public Library’s Film Club invites the public to a free screening of the modern classic film “Star Wars VI: Return of the Jedi” at 6:30 p.m. in the library’s Community Room. No admission charge thanks to sponsorship by the Friends of the Peter White Public Library. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.

Bees – At 6:30 p.m. MooseWood Nature Center in Marquette hosts program which will take a look at the plight of pollinators in general. It will discuss why bees are essential to the food on your table and will give you some practical suggestions on how to reverse their declining trend. There will be a live demonstration hive to view and perhaps a treat or two. $5 suggested donation.

SMART Recovery – is an abstinence based recovery group that meets at 6:30 p.m. at 710 Chippewa Square Suite 208. The program is based on scientific knowledge and reason. Spirituality, religion and higher powers are not part of the program. SMART Recovery is a program for all kinds of addictive behaviors. For more information call Mary at 906-362-1647, or go to SMART recovery.org

Alcoholics Anonymous – Second Chance meeting is 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Marquette Courthouse Annex, Room 41. Handicapped accessible.

Chess – is played at 7 p.m. at the Masonic Center, 128 W. Washington St., Marquette. Free lessons available, chess sets and boards provided. Call 869-1719.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church in Harvey.

Gamblers Anonymous – closed meeting, 7 p.m. (open meeting last Thursdays), First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Mailing address: G.A., P.O. Box 34, Marquette, MI 49855. Call 226-3610.

Readers Theater – welcomes the public to join in a reading of “Ring Round the Moon” by Jean Anouilh at 7 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. For more information call 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info.

L’Anse Concert – The Aura Jamboree Preview will continue the L’Anse Lakefront Concerts. The free concerts are presented by the L’Anse DDA every Thursday at 7 p.m. at the bandshell in the Lakefront Park, at the foot of Broad Street at the lake. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in Meadowbrook Arena.

Curtis music – Horsens Music School Big Band and Wanna Be Jazz Band will perform at the Erickson Center for the Arts in Curtis at 7 p.m.. The group will be traveling all the way from Horsens, Denmark, a city located near Copenhagen. Admission is free but donation are welcomed.

Marquette City Band – “Disney on Parade” is the theme of the Marquette City Band’s children’s concert at 7:30 p.m. at Presque Isle Band Shell, Marquette.

Superior Strings – The Superior String Alliance Chamber Players will perform from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, Escanaba. Admission is free but tax-deductible donations are welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7:30 p.m. at the Michigamme Community Library.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book group meets 7:30 p.m., upstairs of Parties Unlimited in Ishpeming.

Narcotics Anonymous – “Never in the Dark” closed meeting is 7:30 p.m., Marquette General Hospital Mountain Room. Call 866-506-6557.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church in Gwinn. Open meeting. Handicapped accessible.

Narcotics Anonymous – open meeting is 8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, corner of Elm and Chocolay, Munising. Call 866-310-9077.

Friday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services -Clinic Services available today at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be from 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Musikgarten – Drop in for kids from 10-11 a.m. with Corrine Rockow. For $5 a day, at the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center.

Next Chapter Book Club – meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. weekly in the Teen Area of Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Call Ellen Moore at 226-4312 or email emoore@pwpl.info.

Fizz Boom Read! and Spark a Reaction Book Fair – 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Having completed reading another 20 minutes a day for 10 days, come to the second Book Fair of the summer and choose your next free book to take home. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

LEGO Club – 11 a.m. to noon Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.

LEGO Club for ages 5 and up. Listen to a story and work with others to build projects related to the story. Free. LEGOs provided. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Alanon – meets 1:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, corner of First and Canda streets, Ishpeming.

Ninjitsu – class offered 4-5:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. For details call 346-9054.

Fish Fry – is 5-7:30 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Teen Night – is 6-10 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Gwinn. Free movies, games and popcorn. Call 346-6115.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held at the Sawyer Clinic from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11 a.m.. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

Papa Crow Kids and Family Concert – 10:30 a.m., Peter White Public Library Community Room. Come and enjoy Papa Crow’s lively interactive concert featuring songs about nature, love and life! All ages are welcome. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Teen Tent: Tie-Dye Art – 2-3 p.m. under the front lawn canopy at the Peter White Public Library. Use traditional dyes and Sharpies to create tie-dyed fabric squares suitable for framing. Grades 6 and up are welcome. Free of charge. In case of rain, go inside to the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

World Politics – discussion group meets 2-4 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at the Falling Rock Cafe and Bookstore in Munising.

Ballroom Dancing Classes will take place at 2-3 p.m on the first and third Wednesday of every month in the community room of the Peter White Public Library. This workshop is free for seniors. The class is for seniors 55 years and over. No experience or partner necessary and refreshments will be provided. For more information, call 906-228-0472, 906-228-0456 or email arts-culture@mqtcty.org.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Grief Support – Open grief support group meets 5:30-7 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at Lake Superior Hospice in Marquette. For details call Paula Bur at 225-7760.

Bariatric Support Group – meets 6-7 p.m. third Wednesdays, Arcadia Health Care, Marquette. Call 800-440-7862.

Project Hope – Association for Children’s Mental Health family support group meets 6 p.m. third Wednesdays, Messiah Lutheran Church, Marquette. Call 249-4498.

Genealogical -The Marquette Genealogical Society is holding its annual picnic at 6 p.m. at the grand pavilion at Presque Isle. This is a potluck so bring drink, utensils and a dish to pass. Anyone interested in genealogy is welcome to attend.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Narcotics Anonymous – “New Beginnings” group meets 6 p.m., Great Lakes Youth Recovery Center, Marquette (Treatment center rules apply).

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Evening Zumba – from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Bridge – played at 6:30 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

Negaunee Beautification Committee – meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Miners Park. Call 362-8160.

Marquette Genealogical Society meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. There will be trivia and new members are welcome.

Superior Strings – The Superior String Alliance Chamber Players will perform from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Marquette Regional History Center, Marquette. Admission is free but tax-deductible donations are welcome.

History presentation – The Marquette Regional History Center presents “The Other Side of the Tracks” at 6:30 p.m. Jim Koski will be offering a colorful walking tour. Suggested donation $5. Call 226-3571.

Grief Support Group – meets 7 p.m. third Wednesdays at the St. Joseph Activity Center in Ishpeming. Meetings are open to anyone grieving the loss of a loved one.

Video series – Living Faith Fellowship Church of Gwinn is showing a video series by Pastor Dan Betzer of 1st Assembly of God in Fort Myers. Florida.

This series is being shown at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The series is titled “The Jesus Nobody Knows” and is based on the gospels. Living Faith Fellowship is located on the corner of M-35 and Blue Lake Road.

Concert – The Negaunee City Band continues its summer series of free concerts at 7:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Performing Arts Center at the east end of Iron Street.

Eagles Aerie – Ladies Auxiliary, Negaunee Eagles Aerie 1944 meets at 7:30 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at the club.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., Eden Lutheran Church, Munising.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services available at Marquette County Health Department: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m

12-Step Recovery Groups -offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club – Childhood Favorites & Solar S’mores, noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a bag lunch and a favorite book from your childhood. Make a solar oven and cook S’mores to enjoy after sharing books over lunch. Grades 6 and up are welcome. Free of charge. In case of rain, meet inside in the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

IHS 1958 – meets 12:30 p.m. third Thursdays at Jasper Ridge Brewery, Ishpeming.

Blood drive – A blood drive will be held at the Blanchard Center in Manistique from 15:15 p.m. For an appointment, call Mindy Asp at 341-5777.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

Aktion Club – community service group for adults who live with a disability meets 1:30-2:30 p.m. first/third Thursdays at the Tourville West Clubhouse, Marquette. Call Troy Connors at 251-8353 or Miriam Black at 360-9430.

Living with Cancer Support Group – meets 4 p.m. at the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. For more information, call 420-5844 or 228-2982.

Strawberry Social – Emanuel Lutheran Church of Skandia is hosting its annual Strawberry Social from 4-7 p.m. Strawberry shortcake will be served. The church is at 9812 U.S. 41 in Skandia. Call 942-7245.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Tuesday

Early Bird Zumba – at 6 a.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Alex Holley. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Business Network International – U.P. Pioneers chapter meets 7-8:30 a.m. at the Marquette Commons. Call 228-6602 or 869-1272.

12-Step Recovery Groups offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic Services – available this date at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Spring Story Hour – from 10-11 a.m.. at the Richmond Township Library, Palmer. Books will be read, crafts will be made and treats will be served! For more information call 475-5241.

Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 10 a.m.-noon and from 5:30-7 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-8510.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at Aspirus Grandview in Ironwood from 11 a.m.3 p.m. For an appointment, call Alicia Cook at 932-7627.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, Marquette.

Story & Craft Hour 4+ – 1-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Celebrate summer reading with Fizz Boom Read, a story and craft hour for ages 4 and up. Free. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Bridge – played at 1 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1871 for info/players.

Tai Chi – at 1 p.m. at the Ishpeming Senior Center. Call 485-5527.

Chocolay Senior Drop-In Center – from 1-4 p.m. in the meeting room of the Chocolay Township Hall, Harvey. For social activities close to home and refreshments. This eliminates the morning session.

Teens-Only Tuesdays – 2-5 p.m., Teen Area at Peter White Public Library. The entire Teen Area will be reserved for high school and middle school students for 3 hours every Tuesday afternoon in July and August. We have board games, decks of cards, lots of books, and air conditioning so bring a friend and chill out at your library! For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info or the Peter White Public Library Teen Advisory Board Facebook page.

Michigan Iron Industry Museum – “Michigan Gold & Silver: Mining in the Upper Peninsula” at 2 p.m. with Daniel Fountain, Negaunee.

Cancer Support Group – meets at 4 p.m., every third Tuesday at the Gwinn Club House in the drop in center room. For more information call Liz Brown at 362-2322.

BYO Dinner Theater – Peter White Public Library invites film fans to a BYO Dinner Theater event at 5:30 p.m. to experience a screening of “12 Years a Slave” in the library’s Community room. BYO Dinner Theater welcomes the public to bring their own takeout supper and enjoy a feature film, in a dinner theater setting. There is no admission charge thanks to sponsorship by the Friends of the Peter White Public Library. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class offered for orange belt and higher youths through adults, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy,1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Substance Abuse/Addiction Support Group – from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Group Room 2 of the Neldberg Building at Marquette General Hospital. The group is for family/friends of a loved one with substance abuse/addiction issues. Call 225-3985.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

Infant Playgroup – offered 6-7 p.m. at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum. Cost: $12 per month. Call 225-3081. For more details visit www.mgh.org.

Martial Arts – Free trial classes offered 6-7 p.m., Gwinn Clubhouse, 165 Maple St. New beginners’ classes begin first week of each month. Call 346-4523, or visit www.blackdragonmartialartsclub.com.

American Legion Auxiliary Bingo – early birds meet at 6:30 p.m. Regular session begins at 7 p.m. at Post 349, Little Lake.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6:30-7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Tae Kwon Do School – Martial Arts class from 6:30-8 p.m., Marquette. Visitors welcome. Call 485-1366.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 6:30 p.m., at Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Celebrate Recovery – is a Biblical and balanced program that helps people overcome hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Meets every Tuesday at the Good News Assembly of God in Ishpeming, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Grief Support Group – for survivors of suicide loss meets 7-8:30 p.m. third Tuesdays in the Dandelion Cottage Room at the Peter White Public Library. For details call 228-6545, ext. 10.

Activity Nights – Activity Nights at Messiah Lutheran Church Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-9 p.m.. There are group activities, games, snacks, and movies. It is free for all children. Pre-K youth need to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible sibling. Questions can be sent to messiah.lisam@gmail.com or call the church office at 225-1119. For more information about Messiah go to marquettelutherans.org.

Forsyth Singers – practice at 7 p.m. in the Gwinn High School Band Room. All males interested in singing are welcome. Call Bill Rowe at 346-9278.

Open Mic Night – at 7 p.m. at Rare Earth Goods, 200 E. Division St., Ishpeming. Use the side door on Front Street. Call 485-5650.

Recovery for Couples – meets 7 p.m. in the Shiras Room at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette.

DivorceCare – meets 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marquette. Call 228-9883 or visit www.divorcecare.com.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (open/non-smoking) meets 7 p.m., AuTrain Community Center, AuTrain.

Marquette Male Chorus – rehearses 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Men age 14 and older are welcome.

Narcotics Anonymous – “The Basic Meeting” meets 7:30 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, Marquette. Open meeting. Call 866-506-6557.

Race Kart – Great Lakes Race Kart Association meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Motor Inn, Escanaba. Call 249-1360.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held at the Sawyer Clinic from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11 a.m.. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

Papa Crow Kids and Family Concert – 10:30 a.m., Peter White Public Library Community Room. Come and enjoy Papa Crow’s lively interactive concert featuring songs about nature, love and life! All ages are welcome. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Teen Tent: Tie-Dye Art – 2-3 p.m. under the front lawn canopy at the Peter White Public Library. Use traditional dyes and Sharpies to create tie-dyed fabric squares suitable for framing. Grades 6 and up are welcome. Free of charge. In case of rain, go inside to the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

World Politics – discussion group meets 2-4 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at the Falling Rock Cafe and Bookstore in Munising.

Ballroom Dancing Classes will take place at 2-3 p.m on the first and third Wednesday of every month in the community room of the Peter White Public Library. This workshop is free for seniors. The class is for seniors 55 years and over. No experience or partner necessary and refreshments will be provided. For more information, call 906-228-0472, 906-228-0456 or email arts-culture@mqtcty.org.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Grief Support – Open grief support group meets 5:30-7 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at Lake Superior Hospice in Marquette. For details call Paula Bur at 225-7760.

Bariatric Support Group – meets 6-7 p.m. third Wednesdays, Arcadia Health Care, Marquette. Call 800-440-7862.

Project Hope – Association for Children’s Mental Health family support group meets 6 p.m. third Wednesdays, Messiah Lutheran Church, Marquette. Call 249-4498.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Narcotics Anonymous – “New Beginnings” group meets 6 p.m., Great Lakes Youth Recovery Center, Marquette (Treatment center rules apply).

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Evening Zumba – from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Bridge – played at 6:30 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

Negaunee Beautification Committee – meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Miners Park. Call 362-8160.

Marquette Genealogical Society meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. There will be trivia and new members are welcome.

Grief Support Group – meets 7 p.m. third Wednesdays at the St. Joseph Activity Center in Ishpeming. Meetings are open to anyone grieving the loss of a loved one.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Saturday

Lake Superior Zendo – Zazen (Zen Buddhist meditation) meets at 7:40 a.m., 8:30 a.m.; morning service at 9:10 a.m. Call 226-6407 for location and details.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Guided bird walk – The Laughing Whitefish Audubon Society will sponsor a free guided bird walk at Presque Isle Park in Marquette. Participants should meet at 8 a.m. in the parking lot of the Bog Walk. This is a good walk for beginners, but everyone can learn and contribute as we enjoy one of the best birding spots in the area. The walk covers the bog, shoreline, and woods on Presque Isle and usually takes about 2 hours to complete. Walks take place rain or shine, and tennis shoes are adequate footwear. Bring binoculars for best viewing. For information, call 226-6749

Rummage, bake sale – The Women’s Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church in Marquette will be having a rummage/bake sale from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. There will be homemade crafts, white elephant, Christmas items, books, baked goods, clothing and toys. Proceeds will go to mission projects. For more information, call 226-2014. First Baptist is located at 728 W. Kaye Ave., Marquette.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class for orange belt and higher ages 7-adult and white belt teens/adults offered 9-10 a.m., beginners age 7-12 10-11 a.m. Private lessons by appointment. Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy, 1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 9 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430.

Parent Support Group – for parents of children with mental/emotional health issues meets 10 a.m. to noon second Saturdays in conference room at Non-Profit Commons, 129 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette. Call 458-4877.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 10 a.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Al-Anon – non-smoking meeting, 10 a.m. at Church of Christ, Marquette.

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 10-10:50 a.m.; family karate (age 4 and older with a parent) is 11-11:50 a.m.; Karate Kids (ages 6-14) is noon-1 p.m.; special needs karate is 1:15-2 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Little Presque Clean Up -Join the C.U.P. Chapter of the Sierra Club for its monthly Little Presque Isle tract cleanup. Meet at 10 a.m. in the Little Presque Isle parking lot. Cleanup should take about two hours. A hike in the afternoon often follows. For more information, call David Allen at 228-9453.

Bridge Lessons – offered 10:30 a.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book study group 10:30 a.m., Back Room in University Center at Northern Michigan University. Handicapped accessible.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at the Strawberry Festival in Chassell from 11 a.m.3 p.m. No appointments necessary.

KC Picnic – The Negaunee Knights of Columbus will have a picnic from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its clubrooms in downtown Negaunee. Cudighis, hot dogs and brats will be available for purchase. Bingo will be played from 12:30-4 p.m. A charity raffle will take place at 4 p.m.

Overeaters Anonymous – Step and Tradition study group 11 a.m., Messiah Lutheran Church, Room 208, 305 W. Magnetic, Marquette. Call 226-2762.

Saturday Morning Art – from 11 a.m.-noon for kindergarten through fourth grade children in the Children’s Room of the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. A free story and art program. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Partners Cribbage- Tournament will be held at noon at the the Venice, Ishpeming. Pre-register by calling 486-9761.

Open Gym – noon to 1:30 p.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. Non-members welcome. Fee is $5. Call 273-0696.

Faith-Based Recovery – Faith-based support and recovery program for addictions of all kinds meets noon-1:30 p.m. at the Rock Bible Chapel. Call 356-6346, 553-9830 or 356-6133.

Ninjitsu – class offered noon-1:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.

Auditions – Auditions for the Marquette Regional History Center’s production of “Willpower,” an original play by local author Tyler Tichelaar, will be from 1-4 p.m. in the City of Marquette Art and Culture Center. Call 226-3571.

Down Syndrome Support – group meets 1-3 p.m. second Saturdays, Lions Room of Peter White Public Library, Marquette. New members welcome. For details call Cathy Dehlin at 250-0963 or Lourie Schuenke at 233-1482 or email UPDownsyndrome@gmail.com.

Bridge – played at 1 p.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Family Night – is 6-9:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Gwinn. Free games, movies, popcorn. Call 346-6115.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets 7 p.m., Presbyterian Church, 300 Bensinger, Big Bay. Handicapped accessible.

AA/Alanon open meeting 7:30 p.m. above Parties Unlimited, 105 S. Main Ishpeming.

Sunday

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Breakfast – is 8-11 a.m., American Legion Post 340, Hermansville.

Breakfast – is 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Life Recovery Group – meets 9:30-10:30 a.m., Lake Superior Christian Church, Marquette.

Water sampling – Join the Water Sentinels’ water sampling on the Yellow Dog Plains. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Huron Mountain Realty in Big Bay. Bring a lunch for this all-day event. For more information, call David Allen at 228-9453.

Dance -A dance will be held at the Rock Community/Senior Center, 2892 W. Mapleridge Road, from 1-5 p.m. Music will be provided by Ron Jay and the Country Strangers. Admission is $5 and a freewill donation will be accepted for lunch. All proceeds benefit the Rock Senior Corporation. For more information, call Alice at 356-6588.

Ninjitsu – class offered 1-2:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.

Personal Ministry Time – from 2-4 p.m., at New Life Church, Marquette. This ministry is for anyone with a need for physical, emotional or spiritual healing in their life. For more information, call 226-2333.

Aikido – class offered 3-4 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Tret Fure concert – Tret Fure will perform in a concert to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the concert is at 6 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewing Co., Marquette. Tickets are $18 at the door. Call 228-3910.

Superior Pipe and Drum – Corps meets 6-8 p.m. at Silver Creek Church in Harvey. New members welcome. Highland dancing, bagpiping and drumming instruction available. Call Pierre Ogea at 249-1999, or visit www.superiorpipes.org.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families beginners meeting/work book study is 6-8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

VFW Auxiliary Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. Regular session begins at 6:30 p.m. No Smoking.

Early Bird Bingo – at 6:20 p.m., the VFW post 4573 in Ishpeming.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (open/speaker/non-smoking) meets 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Munising.

Swing dance – A Swing Dance class is set from 7 to 8 p.m. at The Dance Zone in Marquette. $20. Call 226-0138.

Incest Survivors – Survivors of Incest Anonymous meets 7 p.m., Lake Superior Village Community Center, Marquette. Women only. Call 228-8155.

Alcoholics Anonymous – closed meeting, 8 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Pianist – The Crystal Theatre in Crystal Falls welcomes concert pianist Frederick Moyer to its stage at 8 p.m. ET. Admission at the door is $20 for adults and $5 for youths under 18.

Monday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Clinic Services – available this date at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fizz Boom Read Storytime for 2’s and 3’s – 10:30-11 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Join toddlers and their parents for stories, singing and movement at “Fizz Boom Read”, adventures in science and fun a storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Friday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services -Clinic Services available today at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held at the Lake Superior Village from 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.

Rummage, bake sale – The Women’s Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church in Marquette will be having a rummage/bake sale from 9 a.m to 3 p.m. There will be homemade crafts, white elephant, Christmas items, books, baked goods, clothing and toys. Proceeds will go to mission projects. For more information, call 226-2014. First Baptist is located at 728 W. Kaye Ave., Marquette.

Flea market – A free Pioneer Days Flea Market is being planned in Negaunee from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Iron Street. Antiques, collectibles, new and used merchandise, and crafts. Call Tickled Pink Antiques at 475-3087.

Alger County Caregivers – support group meets 10 a.m. second Fridays at the Mather Building, 413 Elm St., Munising. For details call 228-3910 or 800-272-3900.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Musikgarten – Drop in for kids from 10-11 a.m. with Corrine Rockow. For $5 a day, at the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center.

Next Chapter Book Club – meets from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. weekly in the Teen Area of Peter White Public Library in Marquette. Call Ellen Moore at 226-4312 or email emoore@pwpl.info.

LEGO Club – 11 a.m. to noon Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. LEGO Club for ages 5 and up. Listen to a story and work with others to build projects related to the story. Free. LEGOs provided. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Auditions – Auditions for the Marquette Regional History Center’s production of “Willpower,” an original play by local author Tyler Tichelaar, will be from 1-4 p.m. in the City of Marquette Art and Culture Center. Call 226-3571.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Alanon – meets 1:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, corner of First and Canda streets, Ishpeming.

Ninjitsu – class offered 4-5:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. For details call 346-9054.

Fish Fry – is 5-7:30 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Teen Night – is 6-10 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Gwinn. Free movies, games and popcorn. Call 346-6115.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Family Square Dance – weekly lessons offered 6:20-7:20 p.m. at Dance Zone, 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. Cost: $5 per family per evening. Call 225-5702.

VFW Post 4573 Men’s Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. No smoking.

Marquette Folk Dancers – The Marquette Folk Dancers will meet at 7 p.m. at Northern Lights Martial Arts, 1500 W. Washington (enter door on east side of building facing OfficeMax). Wear soft-soled shoes. Phone 226-3788.

Family Dance Nights – at 7 p.m. at Dance Zone, 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. The cost is $5 per family, per session. Bring clean shoes. Call 236-1457.

Reformers Unanimous – addiction classes meet 7-9 p.m., Heritage Baptist Church, 3755 County Road 456, Skandia. Call the Rev. Lon Russell at 942-7900 or 360-7901.

Ice Arena Dance – The Iron Range Hockey Association is hosting the Negaunee Pioneer Days Ice Arena Dance from 7:30-11:30 p.m. Ages 18 and up welcom. Tickets are $6 at the door. Music by Acoustically Challenged and Slave to Gravity.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed 12 and 12/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Munising.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Native American Group meets 8-9 p.m., 1901 Longyear Ave., Marquette. Call 228-8155.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Narcotics Anonymous – open meeting at 9 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 927 W. Fair Ave., Marquette. Call 866-506-6557.

Saturday

Lake Superior Zendo – Zazen (Zen Buddhist meditation) meets at 7:40 a.m., 8:30 a.m.; morning service at 9:10 a.m. Call 226-6407 for location and details.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Guided bird walk – The Laughing Whitefish Audubon Society will sponsor a free guided bird walk at Presque Isle Park in Marquette. Participants should meet at 8 a.m. in the parking lot of the Bog Walk. This is a good walk for beginners, but everyone can learn and contribute as we enjoy one of the best birding spots in the area. The walk covers the bog, shoreline, and woods on Presque Isle and usually takes about 2 hours to complete. Walks take place rain or shine, and tennis shoes are adequate footwear. Bring binoculars for best viewing. For information, call 226-6749

Rummage, bake sale – The Women’s Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church in Marquette will be having a rummage/bake sale from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. There will be homemade crafts, white elephant, Christmas items, books, baked goods, clothing and toys. Proceeds will go to mission projects. For more information, call 226-2014. First Baptist is located at 728 W. Kaye Ave., Marquette.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class for orange belt and higher ages 7-adult and white belt teens/adults offered 9-10 a.m., beginners age 7-12 10-11 a.m. Private lessons by appointment. Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy, 1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 9 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430.

Parent Support Group – for parents of children with mental/emotional health issues meets 10 a.m. to noon second Saturdays in conference room at Non-Profit Commons, 129 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette. Call 458-4877.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 10 a.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Al-Anon – non-smoking meeting, 10 a.m. at Church of Christ, Marquette.

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 10-10:50 a.m.; family karate (age 4 and older with a parent) is 11-11:50 a.m.; Karate Kids (ages 6-14) is noon-1 p.m.; special needs karate is 1:15-2 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Little Presque Clean Up -Join the C.U.P. Chapter of the Sierra Club for its monthly Little Presque Isle tract cleanup. Meet at 10 a.m. in the Little Presque Isle parking lot. Cleanup should take about two hours. A hike in the afternoon often follows. For more information, call David Allen at 228-9453.

Bridge Lessons – offered 10:30 a.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book study group 10:30 a.m., Back Room in University Center at Northern Michigan University. Handicapped accessible.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at the Strawberry Festival in Chassell from 11 a.m.3 p.m. No appointments necessary.

KC Picnic – The Negaunee Knights of Columbus will have a picnic from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its clubrooms in downtown Negaunee. Cudighis, hot dogs and brats will be available for purchase. Bingo will be played from 12:30-4 p.m. A charity raffle will take place at 4 p.m.

Overeaters Anonymous – Step and Tradition study group 11 a.m., Messiah Lutheran Church, Room 208, 305 W. Magnetic, Marquette. Call 226-2762.

Saturday Morning Art – from 11 a.m.-noon for kindergarten through fourth grade children in the Children’s Room of the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. A free story and art program. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Partners Cribbage- Tournament will be held at noon at the the Venice, Ishpeming. Pre-register by calling 486-9761.

Open Gym – noon to 1:30 p.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. Non-members welcome. Fee is $5. Call 273-0696.

Faith-Based Recovery – Faith-based support and recovery program for addictions of all kinds meets noon-1:30 p.m. at the Rock Bible Chapel. Call 356-6346, 553-9830 or 356-6133.

Ninjitsu – class offered noon-1:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.

Auditions – Auditions for the Marquette Regional History Center’s production of “Willpower,” an original play by local author Tyler Tichelaar, will be from 1-4 p.m. in the City of Marquette Art and Culture Center. Call 226-3571.

Down Syndrome Support – group meets 1-3 p.m. second Saturdays, Lions Room of Peter White Public Library, Marquette. New members welcome. For details call Cathy Dehlin at 250-0963 or Lourie Schuenke at 233-1482 or email UPDownsyndrome@gmail.com.

Bridge – played at 1 p.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Family Night – is 6-9:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Gwinn. Free games, movies, popcorn. Call 346-6115.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m., Presbyterian Church, 300 Bensinger, Big Bay. Handicapped accessible.

AA/Alanon – open meeting 7:30 p.m. above Parties Unlimited, 105 S. Main Ishpeming.

Sunday

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Breakfast – is 8-11 a.m., American Legion Post 340, Hermansville.

Breakfast – is 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Negaunee Eagles Club.

Life Recovery Group – meets 9:30-10:30 a.m., Lake Superior Christian Church, Marquette.

Water sampling – Join the Water Sentinels’ water sampling on the Yellow Dog Plains. Meet at 10 a.m. at the Huron Mountain Realty in Big Bay. Bring a lunch for this all-day event. For more information, call David Allen at 228-9453.

Dance -A dance will be held at the Rock Community/Senior Center, 2892 W. Mapleridge Road, from 1-5 p.m. Music will be provided by Ron Jay and the Country Strangers. Admission is $5 and a freewill donation will be accepted for lunch. All proceeds benefit the Rock Senior Corporation. For more information, call Alice at 356-6588.

Ninjitsu – class offered 1-2:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.

Personal Ministry Time – from 2-4 p.m., at New Life Church, Marquette. This ministry is for anyone with a need for physical, emotional or spiritual healing in their life. For more information, call 226-2333.

Aikido – class offered 3-4 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Tret Fure concert – Tret Fure will perform in a concert to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the concert is at 6 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewing Co., Marquette. Tickets are $18 at the door. Call 228-3910.

Superior Pipe and Drum – Corps meets 6-8 p.m. at Silver Creek Church in Harvey. New members welcome. Highland dancing, bagpiping and drumming instruction available. Call Pierre Ogea at 249-1999, or visit www.superiorpipes.org.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families beginners meeting/work book study is 6-8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

VFW Auxiliary Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. Regular session begins at 6:30 p.m. No Smoking.

Early Bird Bingo – at 6:20 p.m., the VFW post 4573 in Ishpeming.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (open/speaker/non-smoking) meets 7 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Munising.

Swing dance – A Swing Dance class is set from 7 to 8 p.m. at The Dance Zone in Marquette. $20. Call 226-0138.

Incest Survivors – Survivors of Incest Anonymous meets 7 p.m., Lake Superior Village Community Center, Marquette. Women only. Call 228-8155.

Alcoholics Anonymous – closed meeting, 8 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Pianist – The Crystal Theatre in Crystal Falls welcomes concert pianist Frederick Moyer to its stage at 8 p.m. ET. Admission at the door is $20 for adults and $5 for youths under 18.

Monday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Clinic Services – available this date at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Fizz Boom Read Storytime for 2’s and 3’s – 10:30-11 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Join toddlers and their parents for stories, singing and movement at “Fizz Boom Read”, adventures in science and fun a storytime for 2- and 3-year-olds. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Principles of Recovery open meeting is at noon at Great Lakes Center, 1009 W. Bridge, Marquette. Call 228-6545.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s “Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions” discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Time-Travel Movie and Robot Collages – 1-3 p.m., Peter White Public Library Community Room. Watch “Meet the Robinsons” (G) and then create a robot collage. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at St. Paul’s Catholic Parish in Negaunee from 3-6 p.m. For an appointment, call Dave Guenther at 475-4018.

TOPS 625 – meets at 4:30 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church, Ishpeming.

Business After Hours – mBank will host a business after hours from 5 to 7 p.m. at its building. Call the Lake Superior Community Partnership for more information: 226-6591.

Tang Soo Do – Karate youth class, 5-6 p.m. at the Negaunee YMCA. Spirit Warrior Karate Academy, a Christian approach to martial arts. Call 360-0479.

SMART Recovery – is an abstinence based recovery group that meets at 5:30 p.m. at 710 Chippewa Square Suite 208. The program is based on scientific knowledge and reason. Spirituality, religion and higher powers are not part of the program. SMART Recovery is a program for all kinds of addictive behaviors. For more information call Mary at 906-362-1647, or go to SMART recovery.org

TOPS 934 – weigh-in is 5:30 p.m., meeting is 6:30 p.m. upstairs of VFW Post on Gold Street, Negaunee. Call 475-4437.

SCIENCEPALOOZA! – 6-8 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Drop in and join the scientists from the Michigan Science Center for an evening of hands-on activities as part of our Fizz Boom Read Summer Reading Program. Explore the wonders of science from astronomy to forces and motion. Open all ages. Free. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Bingo – offered 6 p.m. VFW Post 5670, Gwinn. Smoke free.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – classes for ages 7-adult offered 6-7 p.m., beginner teen and adult 6:30-7 p.m., black belts 7-8:15 p.m. and (Dan) class 8-9:30 p.m. at Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy, 1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723 for more info/private lessons.

Overeaters Anonymous – meets 6:15 p.m., Bethany. Lutheran Church, Ishpeming. Handicapped accessible. Call 360-6393.

Booknotes Coffeehouse – Lovers of good music, good writing and delicious coffee are invited to the Book Notes Coffeehouse with U.P. singer/songwriter Michael Waite and Traverse City author Cari Noga at 6:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library’s Community room. Michael Waite opens the evening performing with his acoustic fingerpicking style and smooth vocals highlighting his beautifully crafted songs. Highlight of the coffeehouse is a dialogue with Cari Noga, author of the 2013 book, “Sparrow Migrations,” a tale of five characters connected by 2009’s Miracle on the Hudson plane crash. Call 2226-4318 for more information.

Bridge – is played at 6:30 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

Grief Support Group – meets 6:30 p.m. at Good News Assembly of God in Ishpeming. Call 485-5561.

NAMI – The National Alliance for Mental Illness Alger/Marquette will be having its Support Group Meeting from 7-9 p.m. at 129 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette. For further information contact Louise 235-0231 or Cindy 360-7107.

Panic Relief – panic attack and anxiety program offered at 7 p.m. via teleconference call. To participate, call 732-940-9658. For more info, visit www.panicreliefinc.com.

Al-Anon – meets 7 p.m., Michigan State Farm in Chatham, in the crops building. Call 439-5252.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, corner of Fair and Presque Isle avenues, Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, U.S. 41 South, Skandia.

Mainstream Square Dancing – 7:30 p.m. For location/more information, email tlc@chartermi.net or call 225-5702.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7:30 p.m. at Mitchell Methodist Church, 207 N. Teal Lake Ave., Negaunee.

Alanon – meets 7:30 p.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, 102 Poplar, Republic. Call 376-2391.

Alanon – meets 7:30 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, corner of First and Canda streets, Ishpeming. Barrier-free. Last Monday is open meeting.

Open Gym – from 8-9:30 p.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Tuesday

Early Bird Zumba – at 6 a.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Alex Holley. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Business Network International – U.P. Pioneers chapter meets 7-8:30 a.m. at the Marquette Commons. Call 228-6602 or 869-1272.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic Services – available this date at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Spring Story Hour – from 10-11a.m. at the Richmond Township Library, Palmer. Books will be read, crafts will be made and treats will be served! For more information call 475-5241.

Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 10 a.m.-noon and from 5:30-7 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-8510.

Bloodmobile – The U.P. Regional Blood Center, a service of Marquette General, will hold a Bloodmobile blood drive at Aspirus Grandview in Ironwood from 11 a.m.3 p.m. For an appointment, call Alicia Cook at 932-7627.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009

Story & Craft Hour 4+ – 1-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Celebrate summer reading with Fizz Boom Read, a story and craft hour for ages 4 and up. Free. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Bridge – played at 1 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1871 for info/players.

Tai Chi – at 1 p.m. at the Ishpeming Senior Center on Tuesdays. Call 485-5527.

Chocolay Senior Drop-In Center – from 1-4 p.m. in the meeting room of the Chocolay Township Hall, Harvey. For social activities close to home and refreshments. This eliminates the morning session.

Teens-Only Tuesdays – 2-5 p.m., Teen Area at Peter White Public Library. The entire Teen Area will be reserved for high school and middle school students for 3 hours every Tuesday afternoon in July and August. We have board games, decks of cards, lots of books, and air conditioning so bring a friend and chill out at your library! For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info or the Peter White Public Library Teen Advisory Board Facebook page.

Michigan Iron Industry Museum – “Michigan Gold & Silver: Mining in the Upper Peninsula” at 2 p.m. with Daniel Fountain, Negaunee.

Cancer Support Group – meets at 4 p.m., every third Tuesday at the Gwinn Club House in the drop in center room. For more information call Liz Brown at 362-2322.

BYO Dinner Theater – Peter White Public Library invites film fans to a BYO Dinner Theater event at 5:30 p.m. to experience a screening of “12 Years a Slave” in the library’s Community room.BYO Dinner Theater welcomes the public to bring their own takeout supper and enjoy a feature film, in a dinner theater setting. There is no admission charge thanks to sponsorship by the Friends of the Peter White Public Library. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class offered for orange belt and higher youths through adults, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy,1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Substance Abuse/Addiction Support Group – from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Group Room 2 of the Neldberg Building at Marquette General Hospital. The group is for family/friends of a loved one with substance abuse/addiction issues. Call 225-3985.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

Infant Playgroup – offered 6-7 p.m. at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum. Cost: $12 per month. Call 225-3081. For more details visit www.mgh.org.

Martial Arts – Free trial classes offered 6-7 p.m. and Thursdays, Gwinn Clubhouse, 165 Maple St. New beginners’ classes begin first week of each month. Call 346-4523, or visit www.blackdragonmartialartsclub.com.

American Legion Auxiliary Bingo – early birds meet at 6:30 p.m. Regular session begins at 7 p.m. at Post 349, Little Lake.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6:30-7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Tae Kwon Do School – Martial Arts class from 6:30-8 p.m., Marquette. Visitors welcome. Call 485-1366.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 6:30 p.m., at Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Grief Support Group – for survivors of suicide loss meets 7-8:30 p.m. third Tuesdays in the Dandelion Cottage Room at the Peter White Public Library. For details call 228-6545, ext. 10.

Activity Nights – Activity Nights at Messiah Lutheran Church Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-9pm. There are group activities, games, snacks, and movies. It is free for all children. Pre-K youth need to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible sibling. Questions can be sent to messiah.lisam@gmail.com or call the church office at 225-1119. For more information about Messiah go to marquettelutherans.org.

Forsyth Singers – practice at 7 p.m. in the Gwinn High School Band Room. All males interested in singing are welcome. Call Bill Rowe at 346-9278.

Open Mic Night – at 7 p.m. at Rare Earth Goods, 200 E. Division St., Ishpeming. Use the side door on Front Street. Call 485-5650.

Recovery for Couples – meets 7 p.m. in the Shiras Room at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette.

DivorceCare – meets 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marquette. Call 228-9883 or visit www.divorcecare.com.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (open/non-smoking) meets 7 p.m., AuTrain Community Center, AuTrain.

Marquette Male Chorus – rehearses 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Men age 14 and older are welcome.

Narcotics Anonymous – “The Basic Meeting” meets 7:30 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, Marquette. Open meeting. Call 866-506-6557.

Race Kart – Great Lakes Race Kart Association meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Motor Inn, Escanaba. Call 249-1360.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held at the Sawyer Clinic from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11a.m. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

Papa Crow Kids and Family Concert – 10:30 a.m., Peter White Public Library Community Room. Come and enjoy Papa Crow’s lively interactive concert featuring songs about nature, love and life! All ages are welcome. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Teen Tent: Tie-Dye Art – 2-3 p.m. under the front lawn canopy at the Peter White Public Library. Use traditional dyes and Sharpies to create tie-dyed fabric squares suitable for framing. Grades 6 and up are welcome. Free of charge. In case of rain, go inside to the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

World Politics – discussion group meets 2-4 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at the Falling Rock Cafe and Bookstore in Munising.

Ballroom Dancing Classes will take place at 2-3 p.m on the first and third Wednesday of every month in the community room of the Peter White Public Library. This workshop is free for seniors. The class is for seniors 55 years and over. No experience or partner necessary and refreshments will be provided. For more information, call 906-228-0472, 906-228-0456 or email arts-culture@mqtcty.org.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Grief Support – Open grief support group meets 5:30-7 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at Lake Superior Hospice in Marquette. For details call Paula Bur at 225-7760.

Bariatric Support Group – meets 6-7 p.m. third Wednesdays, Arcadia Health Care, Marquette. Call 800-440-7862.

Project Hope – Association for Children’s Mental Health family support group meets 6 p.m. third Wednesdays, Messiah Lutheran Church, Marquette. Call 249-4498.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Narcotics Anonymous – “New Beginnings” group meets 6 p.m., Great Lakes Youth Recovery Center, Marquette (Treatment center rules apply).

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Evening Zumba – from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Bridge – played at 6:30 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

Marquette Genealogical Society meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. There will be trivia and new members are welcome.

Grief Support Group – meets 7 p.m. third Wednesdays at the St. Joseph Activity Center in Ishpeming. Meetings are open to anyone grieving the loss of a loved one.

Concert – The Negaunee City Band continues its summer series of free concerts at 7:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Performing Arts Center at the east end of Iron Street.

Eagles Aerie – Ladies Auxiliary, Negaunee Eagles Aerie 1944 meets at 7:30 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at the club.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., Eden Lutheran Church, Munising.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services available at Marquette County Health Department: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club – Childhood Favorites & Solar S’mores, noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a bag lunch and a favorite book from your childhood. Make a solar oven and cook S’mores to enjoy after sharing books over lunch. Grades 6 and up are welcome. Free of charge. In case of rain, meet inside in the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services – available this date at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AID Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

NHS 1957 – The Negaunee High School Class of 1957 meets from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Book sale – The Negaunee Friends of the Library host its annual book sale at 9 a.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Grant workshop – The City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center will host a free informational workshop presented by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. This workshop is open to anyone interested in filing for a MCACA grant and will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon at the MACC, which located in the lower level of the Peter White Public Library at 217 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 228-0472.

NHS 1961 – The Negaunee High School Class of 1961 will meet from 10 a.m. to noon for coffee at the Negaunee Senior Center.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Ishpeming-Negaunee Belles – meet at noon at Jasper Ridge Brewery, Ishpeming.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club – Funny Books and Tearjerkers noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a bag lunch and a book that made you laugh or cry. Share your book with the group over lunch and decorate smiley- frowny cookies for dessert. Grades six and up are welcome. Free. If it rains, meet in the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Classes of 1956 – The Negaunee and St. Paul’s high school classes of 1956 will hold a coffee and social gathering from 1-3 p.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Marquette/Alger RICC – Marquette/Alger Regional Interagency Consumer Committee meets 1-3 p.m. second Thursdays. A grassroots advocacy group for people with disabilities and friends, advocates and families. For location and details call 228-5744.

Pioneer Days Pie Social – From 1-3 p.m., Mitchell United Methodist Church, 207 Teal Lake Ave., Negaunee.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

Ladies Auxiliary 4573 of Ishpeming – meets at 1:30 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at the Post Home.

Bloodmobile blood drive – at the Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium from 2:305:30 p.m. For an appointment, call the hospital laboratory at 337-6550.

NHS 1962 – The Negaunee High School Class of 1962 meets at 2:30 p.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Farmer/Artisans Market – is 4-7 p.m. at the Butler Theater in Ishpeming.

Sociable Seniors – meets at 5 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Karate-Spirit – Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Negaunee YMCA: Children 6-12 years at 5-6 p.m., Family Class 6-7 p.m.. Call the Y at 475-9666 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

TOPS – Group 1579 meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 440 Stoneville Road, Ishpeming. Weigh-in at 5 p.m., meeting at 5:30 p.m.

TOPS – Group 1372 meets at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. Weigh-in 5:30-6:10 p.m., meeting at 6:15 p.m. Call 226-7930.

Zumba Class – meets 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Harvey Baptist Church. Cost is $3 per session, with proceeds going to missions around the world. Call 249-1013 and leave a message.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

BYO Dinner Theater – Peter White Public Library invites film fans to a BYO Dinner Theater event at 5:30 pm to enjoy a screening of “The Book Thief” in the library’s Community room. No admission charge. Participants are invited to bring their own takeout supper. Call 226-4318.

The Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum – Second Thursday Creativity Series program the evening “Fort Night!” Kids can make their own “fort” around the Museum and there will be a variety of fort-themed activities and crafts, plus creative snacks, unexpected music and more. The Museum’s Second Thursday Creativity Series for pre-school and elementary aged children and their caregivers will run from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The event is free with admission or membership to the Museum. Thursday is also Dominos Pizza Night at the Museum so pizza can be ordered for $6 a pizza by calling ahead by 5:30 that evening.

Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

Dog Nights – 6-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room.

All children are invited to come and read to a dog. Increase reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a friendly, calm dog. Free, no registration required. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Chrohn’s Disease-Colitis Support Group – from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the second Thursdays of the month in the Lombardi Room of Marquette General Hospital. For more information, call 906-249-3263.

Celiac Disease Support – group meets 6:30 p.m. second Thursdays, in the conference room of Peter White Library, Marquette. Call 228-9139.

Yarnwinders Fiber Arts Guild – meets at 6:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at the Peter White Library, Marquette. Call 273-0203.

SMART Recovery – is an abstinence based recovery group that meets at 6:30 p.m. at 710 Chippewa Square Suite 208. The program is based on scientific knowledge and reason. Spirituality, religion and higher powers are not part of the program. SMART Recovery is a program for all kinds of addictive behaviors. For more information call Mary at 906-362-1647, or go to SMART recovery.org

Alcoholics Anonymous – Second Chance meeting is 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Marquette Courthouse Annex, Room 41. Handicapped accessible.

L’Anse concert – The driving sounds of Chasin’ Steel continue the L’Anse Lakefront Concerts at 7 p.m. at the bandshell in the Lakefront Park, at the foot of Broad Street at the lake. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in Meadowbrook Arena.

Chess – is played at 7 p.m. at the Masonic Center, 128 W. Washington St., Marquette. Free lessons available, chess sets and boards provided. Call 869-1719.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church in Harvey.

Gamblers Anonymous – closed meeting, 7 p.m. (open meeting last Thursdays), First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Mailing address: G.A., P.O. Box 34, Marquette, MI 49855. Call 226-3610.

“Take Five-Twice!” – will be performed at 7 p.m. at the Reynolds Recital Hall located in the Hedgcock Building on the Northern Michigan University campus. The program will include the Brahms piano quintet in f minor and the Vaughan Williams Phantasy Quintet. Performers include Nancy Redfern, Jeremy Brown, David Cole, David Shahbazi, Wendy Larson and Inga Banitt. Admission is free.

CUPSFA – Central Upper Peninsula Sport Fishing Association meets at 7 p.m. second Thursdays at the Negaunee Elks Lodge. Open to anyone interested in the sport of fishing and improving local fisheries.

Activity Night at Messiah Lutheran Church from 7-9 p.m. There are group activities, games, snacks, and movies. It is free for all children. Pre-K youth need to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible sibling. Contact Lisa McCarthy with any questions at messiah.lisam@gmail.com or call the church office at 225-1119.

Friends of the Ishpeming Carnegie Library – regular monthly meeting at 7 p.m. in the Children’s room of the library. All are invited to attend.

Scottish Country Dance – group meets 7 p.m. second Thursdays in the chapel of St. Paul Episcopal Church, Marquette. Call 249-5659.

Transition Marquette County – Reading Group meets at 7 p.m. second Thursdays at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. For details call 226-3314 or email mqtchaz@earthlink.net.

Comedy in Curtis – The Erickson Center for the Arts hosts comedian David Dyer at 7:30 p.m. $15. Call 586-9974.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7:30 p.m. at the Michigamme Community Library.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book group meets 7:30 p.m., upstairs of Parties Unlimited in Ishpeming.

Narcotics Anonymous – “Never in the Dark” closed meeting is 7:30 p.m., Marquette General Hospital Mountain Room. Call 866-506-6557.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church in Gwinn. Open meeting. Handicapped accessible.

Narcotics Anonymous – open meeting is 8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, corner of Elm and Chocolay, Munising. Call 866-310-9077.

Friday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services Clinic Services available today at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, and Immunizations from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held at the Lake Superior Village from 8:30 a.m.4 p.m.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11a.m. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

LEGOPALOOZA – 10:30-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room, Marquette. For ages 5 and up, bring family and friends. An afternoon dedicated to LEGO construction and fun as we Fizz Boom Read! our way through summer. Free. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

IHS 1957 – The Ishpeming High School Class of 1957 meets at Jasper Ridge, Ishpeming, at 11:30 a.m. for lunch.

Younkers/Prange’s Retirees – meet at noon on second Wednesdays at Jeffery’s in Marquette. Call 225-5019.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Historical Marquette Bus Tours – Departs at 1 p.m. from the Marquette Regional History Center. $15. Call 226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more information.

Fish Boom Read! – 1 p.m., Peter White Public Library Community Room. Watch the DNR dissect a fish; learn about sea lampreys from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; make fish crafts and participate in fun fishing activities. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Negaunee High School Class of 1955 – will get together at the Negaunee Elks Club from 3 to 5 p.m. For more info, call 475-9805 or 361-3678.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Bariatric Surgery – Marquette General Bariatric Support Group meets 5 p.m. second Wednesdays, Conference Room 1 at Marquette General Hospital. Call 225-7979.

Free Community Meal – is offered 5-6:30 p.m. second Wednesdays, fellowship room of First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Call 225-1344.

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Parliamentary Law – study group meets 6 p.m. second Wednesdays, conference room of Peter White Library, Marquette. Call 360-7978.

Spirit of Faith – Spirit of Faith, celebrating oneness of all world religions, meets from 6-7 p.m. at Peter White Public Library’s Shiras Room the second Wednesday of each month. Everyone is welcome. Call 249-3532 or 2226-3252 for more information.

Caregiver Support – A Caregiver Support Group meets from 6 to 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the Huron Room at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital in Newberry. Call 293-9156.

Cruise and Sock Hop – Pasquali’s in Negaunee will host its 18th Annual Car Cruise and Sock Hop. The drive in will be from 6 to 9 p.m., with the cruise at 9 p.m.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Narcotics Anonymous – “New Beginnings” group meets 6 p.m., Great Lakes Youth Recovery Center, Marquette (Treatment center rules apply).

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Evening Zumba – from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Bridge – played at 6:30 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

The Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Group – will meet at 7 p.m. in the Dandelion Cottage Room of the Peter White Public Library to read “Family Honor” by Robert B. Parker. New members are welcome. For more information, call Caroline Jordan at 228-9953.

Multiple Sclerosis – Marquette self-help group meets 7 p.m. second Wednesdays, Grace United Methodist Church, Marquette. Call 249-1741 or 226-4895.

Concert – The Negaunee City Band continues its summer series of free concerts at 7:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Performing Arts Center at the east end of Iron Street.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., Eden Lutheran Church, Munising.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services – available this date at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AID Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

NHS 1957 – The Negaunee High School Class of 1957 meets from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Book sale – The Negaunee Friends of the Library host its annual book sale at 9 a.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Grant workshop – The City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center will host a free informational workshop presented by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. This workshop is open to anyone interested in filing for a MCACA grant and will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon at the MACC, which located in the lower level of the Peter White Public Library at 217 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 228-0472.

NHS 1961 – The Negaunee High School Class of 1961 will meet from 10 a.m. to noon for coffee at the Negaunee Senior Center.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Ishpeming-Negaunee Belles – meet at noon at Jasper Ridge Brewery, Ishpeming.

Spark a Reaction Books & Bites Club – Funny Books and Tearjerkers noon on the front lawn at Peter White Public Library. Bring a bag lunch and a book that made you laugh or cry. Share your book with the group over lunch and decorate smiley- frowny cookies for dessert. Grades six and up are welcome. Free. If it rains, meet in the Youth Services Dept. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Classes of 1956 – The Negaunee and St. Paul’s high school classes of 1956 will hold a coffee and social gathering from 1-3 p.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Marquette/Alger RICC – Marquette/Alger Regional Interagency Consumer Committee meets 1-3 p.m. second Thursdays. A grassroots advocacy group for people with disabilities and friends, advocates and families. For location and details call 228-5744.

Pioneer Days Pie Social – From 1-3 p.m., Mitchell United Methodist Church, 207 Teal Lake Ave., Negaunee.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

Ladies Auxiliary 4573 of Ishpeming – meets at 1:30 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at the Post Home.

Bloodmobile blood drive – at the Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium from 2:305:30 p.m. For an appointment, call the hospital laboratory at 337-6550.

NHS 1962 – The Negaunee High School Class of 1962 meets at 2:30 p.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Farmer/Artisans Market – is 4-7 p.m. at the Butler Theater in Ishpeming.

Sociable Seniors – meets at 5 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Karate-Spirit – Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Negaunee YMCA: Children 6-12 years at 5-6 p.m., Family Class 6-7 p.m.. Call the Y at 475-9666 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

TOPS – Group 1579 meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 440 Stoneville Road, Ishpeming. Weigh-in at 5 p.m., meeting at 5:30 p.m.

TOPS – Group 1372 meets at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. Weigh-in 5:30-6:10 p.m., meeting at 6:15 p.m. Call 226-7930.

Zumba Class – meets 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Harvey Baptist Church. Cost is $3 per session, with proceeds going to missions around the world. Call 249-1013 and leave a message.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

BYO Dinner Theater – Peter White Public Library invites film fans to a BYO Dinner Theater event at 5:30 pm to enjoy a screening of “The Book Thief” in the library’s Community room. No admission charge. Participants are invited to bring their own takeout supper. Call 226-4318.

Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

Dog Nights – 6-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. All children are invited to come and read to a dog. Increase reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a friendly, calm dog. Free, no registration required. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Tuesday

Early Bird Zumba – at 6 a.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Alex Holley. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Business Network International – U.P. Pioneers chapter meets 7-8:30 a.m. at the Marquette Commons. Call 228-6602 or 869-1272.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Pasty Sale – at the VFW Post 5670 on M-35 in New Swanzy, on the second Tuesday of each month. To order call 346-5670.

Clinic Services – available this date at Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

NHS 1951 – meets for brunch at 10 a.m. second Tuesdays, Negaunee Senior Center. Call 346-3830 or 485-1178.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Spring Story Hour – from 10-11a.m. at the Richmond Township Library, Palmer. Books will be read, crafts will be made and treats will be served! For more information call 475-5241.

Make a Mess Art Class – Drop in for kids from 10-11 a.m. the first and third Tuesday of every month. Class taught by Corrine Rockow. For $5 a day, with an additional small material fee, at the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center.

Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 10 a.m.-noon and from 5:30-7 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-8510.

NHS 1944 – The Negaunee High School Class of 1944 will meet for coffee at 10:30 a.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Fizz Boom Read! and Spark a Reaction Book Fair – 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Peter White Public Library Community Room. Having completed reading 20 minutes a day for 10 days, come to the first Book Fair of the summer and choose a free book to take home. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

DNR-DEQ Retirees – The annual DNR-DEQ Retirees Picnic will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Log Pavilion at Presque Isle Park, Marquette. Bring a dish to pass. Brats, beverages and utensils will be provided.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

VA Romo Post 3165 Ladies Auxiliary – will hold a meeting at 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the upstairs of the post home in Negaunee.

Story & Craft Hour 4+ – 1-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Celebrate summer reading with Fizz Boom Read, a story and craft hour for ages 4 and up. Free. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

NHS 1948 – The Negaunee High School Class of 1948 will gather at the Negaunee Senior Center from 1-2:30 p.m.

Bridge – played at 1 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1871 for info/players.

Tai Chi – at 1 p.m. at the Ishpeming Senior Center on Tuesdays. Call 485-5527.

Chocolay Senior Drop-In Center – from 1-4 p.m. in the meeting room of the Chocolay Township Hall, Harvey. For social activities close to home and refreshments. This eliminates the morning session.

Teens-Only Tuesdays – 2-5 p.m., Teen Area at Peter White Public Library. The entire Teen Area will be reserved for high school and middle school students for 3 hours every Tuesday afternoon in July and August. We have board games, decks of cards, lots of books, and air conditioning so bring a friend and chill out at your library! For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info or the Peter White Public Library Teen Advisory Board Facebook page.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class offered for orange belt and higher youths through adults, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy,1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Substance Abuse/Addiction Support Group – from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Group Room 2 of the Neldberg Building at Marquette General Hospital. The group is for family/friends of a loved one with substance abuse/addiction issues. Call 225-3985.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

Infant Playgroup – offered 6-7 p.m. at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum. Cost: $12 per month. Call 225-3081. For more details visit www.mgh.org.

Martial Arts – Free trial classes offered 6-7 p.m. and Thursdays, Gwinn Clubhouse, 165 Maple St. New beginners’ classes begin first week of each month. Call 346-4523, or visit www.blackdragonmartialartsclub.com.

American Legion Auxiliary Bingo – early birds meet at 6:30 p.m. Regular session begins at 7 p.m. at Post 349, Little Lake.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6:30-7:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Tae Kwon Do School – Martial Arts class from 6:30-8 p.m., Marquette. Visitors welcome. Call 485-1366.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – plays at 6:30 p.m., at Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St. Call 225-1456. Partners guaranteed.

Compassionate Friends – support group for families who have experienced the death of a child meets 7-9 p.m. second Tuesdays at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Marquette. Call 249-1948 or 249-3511.

Activity Nights – Activity Nights at Messiah Lutheran Church re Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-9pm. There are group activities, games, snacks, and movies. It is free for all children. Pre-K youth need to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible sibling. Questions can be sent to messiah.lisam@gmail.com or call the church office at 225-1119. For more information about Messiah go to marquettelutherans.org.

Marquette County Veterans Services Committee – will meet at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month in the board room on the basement level of the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans, Marquette. The committee functions to serve all veterans and veterans activities. Representatives from local organizations or members of the general public are invited to attend. For more information, call George LaBlonde 236-5253 or email at glablonde@gmail.com.

Forsyth Singers – practice at 7 p.m. in the Gwinn High School Band Room. All males interested in singing are welcome. Call Bill Rowe at 346-9278.

Open Mic Night – at 7 p.m. at Rare Earth Goods, 200 E. Division St., Ishpeming. Use the side door on Front Street. Call 485-5650.

Recovery for Couples – meets 7 p.m. in the Shiras Room at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette.

DivorceCare – meets 7 p.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Marquette. Call 228-9883 or visit www.divorcecare.com.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (open/non-smoking) meets 7 p.m., AuTrain Community Center, AuTrain.

Marquette Male Chorus – rehearses 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Men age 14 and older are welcome.

Narcotics Anonymous – “The Basic Meeting” meets 7:30 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, Marquette. Open meeting. Call 866-506-6557.

Race Kart – Great Lakes Race Kart Association meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Motor Inn, Escanaba. Call 249-1360.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 8:15 p.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. No experience needed. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11a.m. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

LEGOPALOOZA – 10:30-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room, Marquette. For ages 5 and up, bring family and friends. An afternoon dedicated to LEGO construction and fun as we Fizz Boom Read! our way through summer. Free. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

IHS 1957 – The Ishpeming High School Class of 1957 meets at Jasper Ridge, Ishpeming, at 11:30 a.m. for lunch.

Younkers/Prange’s Retirees – meet at noon on second Wednesdays at Jeffery’s in Marquette. Call 225-5019.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering – non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Historical Marquette Bus Tours – Departs at 1 p.m. from the Marquette Regional History Center. $15. Call 226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more information.

Fish Boom Read! – 1 p.m., Peter White Public Library Community Room. Watch the DNR dissect a fish; learn about sea lampreys from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service; make fish crafts and participate in fun fishing activities. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Bariatric Surgery – Marquette General Bariatric Support Group meets 5 p.m. second Wednesdays, Conference Room 1 at Marquette General Hospital. Call 225-7979.

Free Community Meal – is offered 5-6:30 p.m. second Wednesdays, fellowship room of First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Call 225-1344.

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Parliamentary Law – study group meets 6 p.m. second Wednesdays, conference room of Peter White Library, Marquette. Call 360-7978.

Spirit of Faith – Spirit of Faith, celebrating oneness of all world religions, meets from 6-7 p.m. at Peter White Public Library’s Shiras Room the second Wednesday of each month. Everyone is welcome. Call 249-3532 or 2226-3252 for more information.

Caregiver Support – A Caregiver Support Group meets from 6 to 7 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of the month in the Huron Room at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital in Newberry. Call 293-9156.

Cruise and Sock Hop – Pasquali’s in Negaunee will host its 18th Annual Car Cruise and Sock Hop. The drive in will be from 6 to 9 p.m., with the cruise at 9 p.m.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

ACA – Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families Big Red Book study meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 273-0396.

Narcotics Anonymous – “New Beginnings” group meets 6 p.m., Great Lakes Youth Recovery Center, Marquette (Treatment center rules apply).

Zumba Lessons – 6 p.m. at Dance Zone, located at 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. $4 per session, $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Evening Zumba – from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom. Open sessions are $4 per person or $20 for six sessions. Call 236-1457.

Bridge – played at 6:30 p.m. at Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18, Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 225-1047 for info/partners.

The Once Upon a Crime Mystery Book Group – will meet at 7 p.m. in the Dandelion Cottage Room of the Peter White Public Library to read “Family Honor” by Robert B. Parker. New members are welcome. For more information, call Caroline Jordan at 228-9953.

Multiple Sclerosis – Marquette self-help group meets 7 p.m. second Wednesdays, Grace United Methodist Church, Marquette. Call 249-1741 or 226-4895.

Concert – The Negaunee City Band continues its summer series of free concerts at 7:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Performing Arts Center at the east end of Iron Street.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., Eden Lutheran Church, Munising.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services – available this date at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AID Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

NHS 1957 The Negaunee High School Class of 1957 meets from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Book sale – The Negaunee Friends of the Library host its annual book sale at 9 a.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center.

Grant workshop – The City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center will host a free informational workshop presented by the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs. This workshop is open to anyone interested in filing for a MCACA grant and will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon at the MACC, which located in the lower level of the Peter White Public Library at 217 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 228-0472.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Friday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Marquette County Health Department – will be closed In observance Of the Fourth of July.

Dog Dash – K9s and their counterparts are invited to join in the fun at the 6th Annual Marquette Sunrise Dog Dash at 8:30 a.m., rain or shine. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Printable entry forms are available at the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter, www.upaws.org or at Picnic Rocks Park event morning.

Michigamme Fourth – Parade at 11 a.m. on Main Street, with fun, food and games to follow in the Michigamme Township Park.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Alanon – meets 1 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, Ishpeming.

Marquette City Band – will perform at 6 p.m. at the International Food Fest in Mattson Lower Harbor Park, Marquette.

No meeting – The Marquette Folk Dancers will not be meeting on the following three Fridays: July 4. July 18, and Aug. 1. Phone 226-3788.

Reformers Unanimous – addiction classes meet 7-9 p.m., Heritage Baptist Church, 3755 County Road 456, Skandia. Call the Rev. Lon Russell at 942-7900 or 360-7901.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed 12 and 12/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Munising.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Native American Group meets 8-9 p.m., 1901 Longyear Ave., Marquette. Call 228-8155.

Narcotics Anonymous – open meeting at 9 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 927 W. Fair Ave., Marquette. Call 866-506-6557.

Saturday

Lake Superior Zendo – Zazen (Zen Buddhist meditation) meets at 7:40 a.m., 8:30 a.m.; morning service at 9:10 a.m. Call 226-6407 for location and details.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Soo Bahk Do Karate – class for orange belt and higher ages 7-adult and white belt teens/adults offered 9-10 a.m., beginners age 7-12 10-11 a.m. Private lessons by appointment. Marquette Soo Bahk Do Academy, 1200 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 226-4723.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 9 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430.

Tai Chi workshop – A free Tai Chi Workshop is planned at 9:30 a.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 927 W. Fair Ave., Marquette. Call 228-5494.

Zumba – Latin-inspired cardio dance fitness class offered 10 a.m. at Dawn Dott Dance Studio, Marquette. Cost: $5. Call 360-9287.

Al-Anon – non-smoking meeting, 10 a.m. at Church of Christ, Marquette.

Karate Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 10-10:50 a.m.; family karate (age 4 and older with a parent) is 11-11:50 a.m.; Karate Kids (ages 6-14) is noon-1 p.m.; special needs karate is 1:15-2 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Bridge Lessons – offered 10:30 a.m., Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline, 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

Superiorland Breakfast Kiwanis – meets 7-8 a.m., Pioneer Room A of University Center at Northern Michigan University. Meetings are open to the public.

Clinic Services – available this date at the Marquette County Health Department are: HIV/AID Counseling and Testing, Family Planning, Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening, STD, and Health Services from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

IHS Alumni – The Ishpeming High School Alumni Association wil lhost its annual open house from 9 a.m. to noon at the “old” gym of the Ishpeming High School. All alumni and friends are invited to attend.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.

Open Gym – from 10-11:30 a.m. at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

Book Babies -10:30-10:50 a.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room. Enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and fingerplays for ages 0-24 months and stay for a playtime afterward. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Summer Art Adventures – 11 a.m.-noon in Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to join in for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, Suite 18 at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Call 249-3529 for info/partners.

“Jaws” Film – 1-3 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Community Room. Watch Steven Spielberg’s deep-sea thriller “Jaws” which takes place over 4th of July weekend. Rated PG. Free of charge. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Aktion Club – community service group for adults who live with a disability meets 1:30-2:30 p.m. first/third Thursdays at the Tourville West Clubhouse, Marquette. Call Troy Connors at 251-8353 or Miriam Black at 360-9430.

Living with Cancer Support Group – meets 4 p.m. at the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. For more information, call 420-5844 or 228-2982.

Farmer/Artisans Market – is 4-7 p.m. at the Butler Theater in Ishpeming.

Michigamme Fourth Celebration – At Michigamme Township Park. 5 p.m. concessions open, 7 p.m. music by The Slamtones and fireworks at dusk.

Sociable Seniors – meets at 5 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Karate-Spirit – Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Negaunee YMCA: Children 6-12 years at 5-6 p.m., Family Class 6-7 p.m.. Call the Y at 475-9666 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

TOPS – Group 1579 meets at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 440 Stoneville Road, Ishpeming. Weigh-in at 5 p.m., meeting at 5:30 p.m.

TOPS – Group 1372 meets at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. Weigh-in 5:30-6:10 p.m., meeting at 6:15 p.m. Call 226-7930.

Zumba Class – meets 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Harvey Baptist Church. Cost is $3 per session, with proceeds going to missions around the world. Call 249-1013 and leave a message.

Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.

Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

Dog Nights – 6-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Children’s Room.

All children are invited to come and read to a dog. Increase reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a friendly, calm dog. Free, no registration required. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.

SMART Recovery – is an abstinence based recovery group that meets at 6:30 p.m. at 710 Chippewa Square Suite 208. The program is based on scientific knowledge and reason. Spirituality, religion and higher powers are not part of the program. SMART Recovery is a program for all kinds of addictive behaviors. For more information call Mary at 906-362-1647, or go to SMART recovery.org

Alcoholics Anonymous – Second Chance meeting is 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Marquette Courthouse Annex, Room 41. Handicapped accessible.

Chess – is played at 7 p.m. at the Masonic Center, 128 W. Washington St., Marquette. Free lessons available, chess sets and boards provided. Call 869-1719.

Cuong Nhu – class offered 7-9 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 361-5282.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m. at Prince of Peace Church in Harvey.

Gamblers Anonymous – closed meeting, 7 p.m. (open meeting last Thursdays), First Presbyterian Church, Marquette. Mailing address: G.A., P.O. Box 34, Marquette, MI 49855. Call 226-3610.

Activity Night at Messiah Lutheran Church from 7-9 p.m. There are group activities, games, snacks, and movies. It is free for all children. Pre-K youth need to be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or responsible sibling. Contact Lisa McCarthy with any questions at messiah.lisam@gmail.com or call the church office at 225-1119.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7:30 p.m. at the Michigamme Community Library.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Big Book group meets 7:30 p.m., upstairs of Parties Unlimited in Ishpeming.

Narcotics Anonymous – “Never in the Dark” closed meeting is 7:30 p.m., Marquette General Hospital Mountain Room. Call 866-506-6557.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.

Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 8 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Church in Gwinn. Open meeting. Handicapped accessible.

Narcotics Anonymous open meeting is 8 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, corner of Elm and Chocolay, Munising. Call 866-310-9077.

Friday

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Women’s meeting, 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church basement, Negaunee.

Marquette County Health Department – will be closed In observance Of the Fourth of July.

Dog Dash – K9s and their counterparts are invited to join in the fun at the 6th Annual Marquette Sunrise Dog Dash at 8:30 a.m., rain or shine. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Printable entry forms are available at the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter, www.upaws.org or at Picnic Rocks Park event morning.

Michigamme Fourth – Parade at 11 a.m. on Main Street, with fun, food and games to follow in the Michigamme Township Park.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed “A Woman’s Way Through the 12 Steps” book discussion meeting at noon, Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline at 249-4430.

Alanon – meets 1 p.m., Grace Episcopal Church, Ishpeming.

Marquette City Band – will perform at 6 p.m. at the International Food Fest in Mattson Lower Harbor Park, Marquette.

No meeting – The Marquette Folk Dancers will not be meeting on the following three Fridays: July 4. July 18, and Aug. 1. Phone 226-3788.

Reformers Unanimous – addiction classes meet 7-9 p.m., Heritage Baptist Church, 3755 County Road 456, Skandia. Call the Rev. Lon Russell at 942-7900 or 360-7901.

Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed 12 and 12/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, Munising.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Native American Group meets 8-9 p.m., 1901 Longyear Ave., Marquette. Call 228-8155.

Narcotics Anonymous – open meeting at 9 p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church, 927 W. Fair Ave., Marquette. Call 866-506-6557.

Saturday

Lake Superior Zendo – Zazen (Zen Buddhist meditation) meets at 7:40 a.m., 8:30 a.m.; morning service at 9:10 a.m. Call 226-6407 for location and details.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

The calendar

EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing no later than one week before the event. Send to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855.

Wednesday

Karate – Spirit Warrior Tang Soo Do martial arts with a Christian approach at the Marquette YMCA: hard core karate for adults is 6-7 a.m.; Beginner children 5:15-6 p.m., intermediate children 6-6:45 p.m. Call the Y at 227-9622 or Master Joyce Tredeau at 360-0479.

Alcoholics Anonymous – Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., First United Methodist Church in Marquette. Handicapped accessible. Call AA Hotline at 249-4430. For a complete AA meetings list visit www.aa-marquettecounty.org.

12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Clinic services – Clinic Services available at MCHD are: HIV/AIDS Counseling and Testing from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Storytime ABC’s – at 10 a.m. a storytime for 2- and 3-year olds at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, call 226-4323.

Summer reading – Summer Reading Activities at the Richmond Township Library in Palmer every Wednesday from 10-11a.m. with the last activity being held on July 30. For more information and to register call 475-5241.

LEGOPALOOZA – 10:30-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room, Marquette. For ages 5 and up, bring family and friends. An afternoon dedicated to LEGO construction and fun as we Fizz Boom Read! our way through summer. Free. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Alcoholics Anonymous – women’s closed Big Book meeting, noon at Marquette Missionary Church. Handicapped accessible. Call AA hotline 249-4430.

Our Daily Bread – free lunch, noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, 1009 W. Baraga, Marquette. Call 226-2241.

Heart of the City Prayer Gathering non-denominational prayer group offered noon-1 p.m. in the Light House Christian Book Store, Marquette. For more information, call Chuck Tooman at 869-9343 or Lois Forrester at 226-3641.

Jayne’s Bridge Club – meets at 1 p.m., at 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.

Ballroom Dancing Classes will take place at 2-3 p.m on the first and third Wednesday of every month in the community room of the Peter White Public Library. This workshop is free for seniors. The class is for seniors 55 years and over. No experience or partner necessary and refreshments will be provided. For more information, call 906-228-0472, 906-228-0456 or email arts-culture@mqtcty.org.

Teen Tent: Peeps Show Art and Explosions – 2-3 p.m. Under the canopy on the Peter White Public Library front lawn. Grade 6 and up are invited to create Peeps dioramas and Peeps explosions. In case of rain, go inside to the Youth Services Dept. Free. For more information, call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Farmers Market – The Negaunee Farmers Market will be open from 4:30-7 p.m. at Miners Park at U.S. 41 and Maas Street. The market features goods from local producers and vendors. The market accepts both the project fresh program and the Snap Bridge Card to enable purchase of locally produced food items.

Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.

Zumba Gold Class – will be from 6-7 p.m. at the New Attitudes Dance Studio,118 W. Washington St., Marquette. It is a drop-in class no registration required. Participants can pay at the time of the class. The cost is $5 a class or $20 for a month. The instructor is Valerie Bradley. For more information, call 906-273-0423.

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