EDITOR’S NOTE: Information for the Community Calendar should be submitted in writing, including the phone number of a contact person, no later than one week before the event. Mail to The Mining Journal, Attention: Newsroom/Community Calendar, Box 430, Marquette, MI 49855; fax to 906-228-2617; or email to rprusi@miningjournal.net, putting calendar in the subject line. A full week of Community Calendar can be viewed on the Journal’s website: miningjournal.net.

Wednesday

Tang Soo Do Karate — in Marquette. Adult and Teen, 6-7 a.m. at the Superior Dance Academy, 1500 W Washington. Spirit Warrior Karate Academy, a Christian perspective on the martial arts. Contact 6th Degree Black Belt Master Joyce Tredeau at 906-360-0479 or Master.T@Spiritwarriorkarate.com.

Alcoholics Anonymous — Early Bird meeting from 7-8 a.m., Hope 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.

Al-Anon — 10 a.m. Mission Covenant Church, North Second Street, in Ishpeming.

Toddlers Storytime — 10:15-10:45 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Join us for interactive stories, songs, rhymes and activities. For 18 months to 36 months with a loving adult. Siblings welcome. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

Little Bookworms — 11 a.m.-noon. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Join us for stories, songs, school-readiness art, and pre-literacy skills. For children ages 5 and up. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

IHS 1957 — The Ishpeming High School Class of 1957 will meet at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ishpeming for soup luncheon. For more information, call 475-7288.

The Doc Is In — Advances in Hip Replacement Surgery. Dr. Keith Connolly will talk about improvements in hip surgery in this presentation sponsored by UP Health System, Marquette, and Peter White Public Library. Bring lunch and questions. PWPL Shiras Room. noon

Alcoholics Anonymous — noon, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Meditation — A free meditation class is offered at noon at the Masonic Building’s lounge in Marquette. Call 906-250-4457 for more information.

Life Skills Group — for survivors or domestic and/or sexual violence. Conducted by the Women’s Center. 1-2:30 p.m. Contact Becky at 225-1346 or Sherrie at 226-6611 for further information.

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

Indy Hub — 1-2 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Independent, hands-on weekly creative activities and/or group reading for ages 8 and up. All supplies provided. Come along for the  journey. No admission charge. For more information call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

Caregivers — Big Boy restaurant is the site at 2 p.m. for the Caregiver Community group. This is an open group for caregivers and their loved ones coping with memory issues. This month’s speaker is attorney Jim Steward who will speak on Elder law. For more information contact Lisa at Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice: 225-7760.

Grief Support Group in Gwinn — Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice offers a grief support group from 2-3 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month at the Forsyth Senior Center, 165 N. Maple St., Gwinn. Call 225-7760 (Lisa)

Junior Teen Advisory Board (JTAB) — 4:15-5:15 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. All students in grades 5 to 8 are welcome. Meet new people, play games, plan events for people your age, talk about books, and get volunteer experience. Refreshments will be served. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

Food pantry — A Mobile Food Pantry will be from 5-6:30 p.m. at The Salvation Army, 1009 Baraga Ave., Marquette. Some 15,000 pounds of food will be delivered and distributed to up to 300 families suffering from food insecurity.

Ahmed Shriners Bingo — every Wednesday evening at U.P. Masonic Center, 128 W. Washington St. 5:30-10 p.m. Thousands of dollars guaranteed prizes. Parking in ramp behind center is free after hours. Call the U.P. Masonic Center, 225-1157 for more information. Must be 18 or older to play.

Sexual Violence Support Group — conducted by the Women’s Center. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Contact Michelle at 225-1346 for more information.

Tai Chi — The Cedar Tree Institute offers Tai Chi classes from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Hope Connection Center, 927 W. Fair Ave., Marquette. Call 906-228-5494.

Children’s concert — Northern Michigan University Orchestra will present a free concert geared toward elementary-aged children at 6 p.m. in Reynolds Recital Hall. The performance will feature demonstrations of musical concepts and orchestral instruments. It will also be shorter than normal concerts, lasting about 45 minutes. While content is tailored toward younger audience members, all are welcome to attend and enjoy free of charge. The NMU Orchestra is under the direction of Barbara Rhyneer.

Parliamentary Law — study group meets 6 p.m. second Wednesdays, conference room of Peter White Library, Marquette. Call 360-7978.

Bridge — is played at 6 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Visit http://superiorland_bridge.tripod.com/ for more information or call Cerona at 249-3529 or Karen at 361-1441.

Junior Teen Advisory Group — for children ages 10-13, meets at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at the Negaunee Public Library.

Tae Kwon Do School — Martial arts class from 6-6:45 p.m. for kids; 7-8:15 p.m. for adults, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette. Visitors welcome. Call 485-1366.

ACA — meeting is 6-7 p.m. at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Call 236-2535.

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

Evening Zumba — from 6-6:45 p.m. at Dance Zone in Marquette with instructor Ashley Carlstrom.

Celebrate Recovery — Support group meeting. Celebrate Recovery is a 12-step, Christ-centered, Biblical and balanced program that helps overcome hurts, hang-ups and habits. Meets Wednesdays (except holidays) at First Baptist Church of Gwinn, 195 N. Billings St., Gwinn from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Child care is available. For more information call 906-361-5503 or visit hopestartstoday.org or celebraterecovery.com.

Pigs’n’Heat — Marquette County Firefighters and Marquette County Law Enforcement Officers will play hockey to raise funds to benefit the Marquette County Relief Fund which aids area residents who experience loss of their home due to fire. The puck drops at 6:45 p.m. at Lakeview Arena in Marquette. Tickets are $1 and includes admission to the game as well as an entry for grand prizes and hundreds of other door prizes.

Laughing Whitefish Audubon Society — will present a program called “Restoration Efforts to Benefit Migratory Birds in Delta County.” by Joe Kaplan. The presentation will take place at 7 p.m. in the Community Room of Peter White Public Library.

Once Upon a Crime — “Only to Sleep” by Lawrence Osborne. “They Took the Prize.” Award-winning mysteries. 72-year-old Philip Marlow is now retired, but one more case awaits him–the drowning of wealthy Donald Zin. Peter White Public Library Dandelion Cottage Room. 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 7 p.m., First Baptist Church, Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 7:30 p.m., upstairs of 106 S. Main St., Ishpeming.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous — 8 p.m., 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

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.

Thursday

Alcoholics Anonymous — Early Bird meeting, 7-8 a.m., Hope 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.

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

Chair yoga — Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 10 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.

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

Wonder Babies — 10:15-10:40 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Stories, songs, rhymes, and finger-plays for newborns to 17 months with a loving adult. Older siblings are welcome. Playtime and adult social time after story time encouraged. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

Open Gym — from 10:30-noon at PEAK Gymnastics and Fitness, Marquette. $5 entry fee. Non-members are welcome.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous — group for women, noon, Room 209, 706 Chippewa Square, Marquette.

Matinee Movie — “Judy,” (2019) PG-13, 117 min. Biographical Drama. Thirty years after the filming of “The Wizard of Oz,” Judy Garland finds herself in London with her two young children for a series of concerts. Closed captioning. Peter White Public Library Community Room. 12:30 p.m.

Sociable Seniors — meets at 12:30 p.m. at Hardee’s Restaurant, Marquette. Call 360-9450.

Preschool Storytime — 1-1:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Explore stories, finger-plays, songs and crafts. For preschool age children with a loving adult. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

Bridge — is played at 1 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club, next to the former MC Sports at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Visit http://superiorland_bridge.tripod.com/ for more information or call Cerona at 249-3529 or Karen at 361-1441.

Safe and Sober Group — for survivors of domestic and/or sexual violence. 1-2:30 p.m. Conducted by the Women’s Center. Contact Camille at 226-6611 for more information.

New Points syringe service program — New Points syringe service program provides harm reduction services including fresh injection supplies and the disposal of used works for individuals who inject substances. The program is available from 2-5 p.m. at Upper Great Lakes Sawyer Family Health Center.

TOPS — Group 1372 meets at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. Weigh-in 4 p.m., meeting at 4:30 p.m. Call 226-7930.

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 934 — weigh-in is 5-5:30 p.m., meeting is 5:45 p.m. upstairs of VFW Post on Gold Street, Negaunee. Call 360-3585.

Meditation — Join Jeremy Morelock for this weekly meditation class emphasizing mindfulness, loving-kindness and compassion. Peter White Public Library Heritage Room, 5:30-7 p.m.

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.

Da Upper Yoopers Barbershop — meets at 6 p.m. at First United Methodist Church at 111 E. Ridge Street, Marquette. People of all ages, all genders, all abilities, all races are welcome to visit and support the chapter, which is a mixed-gender chorus.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

Tang Soo Do — Experience the Korean martial arts of Tang Soo Do with Brad Seppala, certified 2nd degree black belt with the American Tang Soo Do Association. Traditional karate with street practical self defense applications. Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. at Strength & Fitness Center gym 115 S. Main St. Ishpeming.

Nar-Anon — Family group meeting. 12-step meeting for families and friends who have a person in their life who is dealing with addiction. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wesley Methodist Church, 801 Hemlock St., Ishpeming. Call Annie at 361-9524 with any questions.

Bridge lessons — are offered from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Superiorland Bridge Club at the Westwood Mall, Marquette. Lessons are free. Beginners and intermediate. Call Cerona at 249-3529 or 361-1424.

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

Yarnwinders Fiber Guild — meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Arts and Culture Center in the Peter White Public Library. The program on rug hooking will be presented by Carol Henry and Rosemary Michelin.

The Friends of the Ishpeming Public Library — will hold their first meeting of 2020. Meetings are open to all who are interested in supporting the library and its programs. They are held monthly from March through June and from September through December on the second Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Leverton Community Room on the lower level of the library. All are welcome.

The Transition Marquette County Reading Group — will meet to discuss the book “Upheaval – Turning Points for Nations in Crisis” by Jared Diamond, at 7 p.m. in the Conference Room at Peter White Public Library in Marquette.

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.

SMART Recovery — is an abstinence based recovery group that meets at 7:30 p.m. at 102 W. Washington St. Suite 114, Marquette. 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 — meets 7:30 p.m. at The Quiet Place, Michigamme.

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., UP Health System-Marquette in the Mountain Room. Call 866-506-6557.

Nar-Anon Family Group — meets at 7:30 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, 801 Hemlock St., Ishpeming. This is a 12-step support group for families and friends who have loved ones dealing with addiction. Call 235-5855.

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., Hope 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.

UPHHH Clinics — Upper Peninsula Home Health and Hospice has announced this month’s blood pressure, blood sugar screening (free) and cholesterol, $5. This date at Pioneer Bluffs – 9-10 and Marquette Senior Center – 11-noon.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 9 a.m., Munising United Methodist Church.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 10 a.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church, Negaunee.

Alcoholics Anonymous — Morning Big Book Group meets at 10 a.m., 1001 N. Second St., Ishpeming. ADA accessible, enter in back.

Wonder Babies — 10:15-10:40 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Stories, songs, rhymes, and finger-plays for newborns to 17 months with a loving adult. Older siblings are welcome. Playtime and adult social time after story time encouraged. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

Alcoholics Anonymous — noon, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

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

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

Schizophrenics Alliance Group — is a six-step support group for individuals with schizophrenia or a related disorder. Meetings will be from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Brantley Drop-In. Contact Annette at 226-1077 for more information.

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

Tech Help Drop-In — Members of the NMU Student Cybersecurity Association will be available to provide assistance with all tech needs. Peter White Public Library Heritage Room. 4-5:30 pm.

Fish Fry — Ishpeming VFW Post 4573, 310 Bank St., will have Friday Night Fish Fry each week from 4-7 p.m. The menu features a variety of fish, baked or fried, ribeye steak, chicken and burgers. Each dinner includes a baked potato or fries, applesauce, coleslaw, roll and dessert. Eat-in or take-out will be available. Call 486-4856 for more information. Funds raised support local veterans.

Lenten Fish Fry — St. Louis the King Church will have Lenten Fish Fry from 4:30-7 p.m. at 264 Silver Creek Road, Harvey. The cost is $10 for a single or $25 for a family.

LEGO Crew — 4:30-5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Meet other LEGO enthusiasts and build LEGO projects with the library’s collection of LEGO blocks. Family friendly. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

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

Tae Kwon Do School — Martial arts class from 6-6:45 p.m. for kids; 7-8:15 p.m. for adults, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette. Visitors welcome. Call 485-1366.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 6 p.m., Missionary Church, Marquette.

Dance — The Marquette Folk Dancers have weekly recreational dancing at 7 p.m. at the DanceZone, corner of College and Lincoln. Beginners and visitors always welcome. No experience necessary. Phone 226-9617 for information. Per person fee: $120 annual membership or $3 per session.

Cribbage — The Negaunee Eagles will host cribbage every Friday starting at 7 p.m. Call 906-475-9584 to sign up. The club opens at noon on Fridays.

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.

Narcotics Anonymous — open meeting at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 111 E. Ridge St., Marquette. Call 866-506-6557.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 7:30 p.m., upstairs of 106 S. Main St., Ishpeming.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 7:30 p.m., Bible Chapel, Rock.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 8 p.m., 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 8 p.m., Victory Lutheran Church, K.I. Sawyer.

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.

Saturday

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 Hiawatha Amateur Radio Association — is hosting an Amateur Radio Licensing Test Session at 8 a.m. The session will take place at the Marquette County Health Department building in Negaunee Township in the lower level. Preregistration required. Fees involved. For more info contact Rich 249-3837 or Greg 225-1594.

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

Overeaters Anonymous — meets 9 a.m. Messiah Lutheran Church, 305 W. Magnetic, Marquette.

Prayer — UP City Fest and UP City Serve hold a prayer meeting at 9 a.m. every Saturday meeting at 1210 Presque Isle Ave., Marquette.

Tai chi — an introduction to the practice of Tai Chi Chuan will take place from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Hope Connection Center 927 W. Fair Ave. in Marquette. Tai Chi is a mind/body practice that was developed hundreds of years ago by Chinese monks to improve balance,reduce stress, and provide a focused, gentle approach to everyday life. No previous experience is needed. Tai Chi consists of various series of slow gentle movements. Kate Lewanowski, breathing coach, yoga instructor and body worker will be a special guest presenter and will join Jon and Diana Magnuson to facilitate the morning’s workshop. A light, nutritious brunch will be provided. Cost for the workshop is $27. For more information or to register, call 906-228-5494. The workshop is sponsored by the Cedar Tree Institute, a nonprofit organization that provides services and initiates projects in the areas of mental health, religion, and the environment.

Tang Soo Do Karate — in Marquette, 9-9:30 a.m. and 9:30-10 a.m. Private lessons by appointment. 10-11 a.m. Intermediate, Advanced, Teen and Adult Beginners. 11 a.m. to noon, Family Class and noon-12:45 p.m. Youth Beginners ages 6-12. At the Superior Dance Academy, 1500 W. Washington St. Spirit Warrior Karate Academy, a Christian perspective on the martial arts. Contact 6th Degree Black Belt Master Joyce Tredeau at 906-360-0479 or Master.T@Spiritwarriorkarate.com.

TaeKwon-Do School — Martial arts class from 9:30-11 a.m. for all ages and belt levels. 1310 S. Front St., Marquette. Visitors welcome. Call 485-1366.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 10 a.m., 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

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.

Sensory Storytime — 10:30-11:30 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Sensory Storytime is designed specifically for preschool-age children with sensory sensitivities and their families, but all youth with their families are welcome. It will explore stories, songs, movement and have extra time for sensory play. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

A True Potato Seed Workshop — free and hands-on, 10:30 a.m., in the Peter White Public Library, lower level, in the MACC. For more information, contact Michael Riesterer at queencityseedlibrary@gmail.com or call 906-360-6839.

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.

DAR — Onagomingkway Chapter, DAR, will hold its monthly meeting from noon to 3 p.m. at the Jasper Ridge Brewery & Restaurant, 1075 Country Lane, Ishpeming. Plan on ordering a meal. Questions about genealogy and joining DAR will be answered after the meeting. Call Melissa at 906-226-7836 for more information.

Alcoholics Anonymous — noon, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

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.

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

Marquette Chapter of the Citizens’ Climate Lobby — monthly meeting in the Lions Room of the Peter White Public Library at 12:30 p.m. The national CCL group will present a video-conference to the local chapters during these meetings, which are regularly scheduled the second Saturday of each month.

Seed Swap — The sixth annual Community Seed Swap will be held in the lower level of the Peter White Public Library at 1:30 p.m. The Queen City Seed Library invites everyone who is interested in gardening and growing their own food to attend. A seed-related activity is available for kids. The event is free. Attendees are not required to bring seeds. Those who bring seeds to the swap should arrive at 1 p.m. For more information, contact Michael Riesterer at queencityseedlibrary@gmail.com or call 906-360-6839.

Just a Wee Bit Irish — Youth ages 5 and up are invited for a special St. Patrick’s Day storytime with books, snacks, and crafts. Peter White Public Library Great Room. 2 p.m.

Traditional Music Jam — Bring acoustic instruments to play those great traditional folk songs in an informal gathering. Listeners and singers are welcome. Peter White Public Library Community Room. 2-5 p.m.

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.

Dance —  Dance Zone will hold a Country Dance Night from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Line dancin’, two-steppin’ and good old country music. No partner necessary. No experience necessary. Lots of teaching as necessary. Do bring clean-soled, low-tread shoes to protect the dancers’ knees and the floor. Dress comfortably. Cost is $3 per person. This week’s dance will feature the Cowboy Hustle and the Country Cha Cha. At Dance Zone, 1113 Lincoln Ave., Marquette. For more information, contact Marge at 906-236-1457.

AA/Al-Anon — open meeting 7:30 p.m. above Parties Unlimited, 105 S. Main Ishpeming.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 8 p.m., 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

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 in Rock — the Rock Lions quarterly third Sunday all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Rock Lions Club on M-35 in Rock. The buffet includes scrambled eggs, omelets made to order, bacon, sausage, ham, hash brown potatoes, biscuits and sausage gravy, pancakes, French toast, English muffins, cereal, a variety of fruits, dessert items, and coffee, tea, milk and juice. The cost is adults $9, ages 6-12 $6, ages 5 and under eat free. The monthly breakfast is held at the Rock Lions Clubhouse. The facility is available for rent by calling Jerry at 356-6475. The Rock Lions Club is a non-profit service organization that provides funding for charitable organizations and local needs.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous — 9 a.m., 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

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

Alcoholics Anonymous — 11 a.m., upstairs 106 W. Main St., Ishpeming.

Alcoholics Anonymous — noon, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.

Personal Ministry Time — from noon-2 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.

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

Rock and Mineral –The Ishpeming Rock and Mineral Club will be meeting at 1:30 p.m. at the Cliff Shaft Mine Museum, 501 W. Euclid St. in Ishpeming. Doors will open at 1 p.m. to allow members and visitors time to bid on silent auction specimens and to view the club’s mineral collection. The DVD program will start at 1:30 p.m. A DVD program “Rhodochrosite – Red Treasure of the Rockies” will be presented. Many spectacular Rhodochrosite specimens were found in the Sweet Home Mine (Alma, Colorado) — once a silver mine. See actual mining footage of the discoveries and how geology determined the location of pockets. A door prize drawing, a 50/50 drawing and a business meeting will follow the program. Everyone is welcome to attend, enjoy, and learn about the wonders of rocks and minerals. There is no admission charged.

Celebration of St. Urho — the fictitious Finnish Saint who rid the country of grasshoppers thereby saving the grape crop, will be from 2-5 p.m. at the Elks Club in Ishpeming. There will be music for dancing and listening by Wil Kilpela, accordion, and Ken Holster, banjo, with Tanya Stanaway adding some vocals. Stanaway will have Finnish items for sale at her Heart to Finland table, and Janet Wisuri will be selling her baked goods. A 50/50 drawing will be held. Coffee and “pulla” (cardamom coffee bread) will be served, and the Elks bar will be open. Ron Hill, president of the sponsoring group — the Finlandia Foundation National Lake Superior Chapter — will tell how the legend of St. Urho got its start. Tickets for the event are $5 per person at the door. All are welcome at this gathering. Those attending are encouraged to wear purple and/or green, the colors of St Urho. For more information, call 906-226-7085, or check out FFN LSC on Facebook.

Erickson Center for the Arts — sixth Annual Student Art Show’s reception will be from 2-4 p.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their students so that they can represent their work in the exhibit. The Student Art Show can be seen during regular business hours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday and is free to the public.

Dance — There will be a dance at the Negaunee Eagles from 2-5 p.m. Music will be by the Hart Beats and admission is $7.

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

Monthly dinner — Hope Free Lutheran Church in west Ishpeming will hold its monthly dinner at 5 p.m. Mexican lasagna will be served with various sides and dessert and a food pantry will be available for those in need. Everyone is welcome to come and join in for a time of fellowship and a good meal. For more information, contact the church office at 906-485-5714.

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.

Narcotics Anonymous — 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.

ACA — Adult Children of Alcoholic/Dysfunctional Families beginners meeting/work book study is 6-7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 120 N. Front St., Marquette. Call 361-8888.

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. Doors open at 5 p.m. Lucky Ball is $500.

Dance — Contra and Old-time Square Dance will be from 6:30-9 p.m. at Dance Zone,1113 Lincoln Ave. (at College) in Marquette. People are invited to dance or just listen to the traditional music of All Strings Considered. This is a family-friendly event. Suitable for all ages. Do bring clean shoes to protect the dance floor as well as the dancers’ knees. Suggested donation: $5 per adult; $2 per student/child for the band. For more information, contact 906-236-1457 or www.dancezonemqt.org.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 6:30 p.m., DJ Jacobetti Home for Veterans, Marquette.

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 — 7:30 p.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church, Negaunee.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 7:30 p.m., Richmond Township Hall, Palmer.

Alcoholics Anonymous — 7:30 p.m., Catholic Church, Republic.

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., Hope 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.

Overeaters Anonymous — Literature meeting, 10 a.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, 715 Mather Ave., Ishpeming. Call 362-4863 or visit www.oa.org.

Chair yoga — Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 10 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.

Toddlers Storytime — 10:15-10:45 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Join us for interactive stories, songs, rhymes and activities. For 18 months to 36 months with a loving adult. Siblings welcome. No admission charge. For more information, call 226-4323, visit www.pwpl.info.

Reading Rugrats — Negaunee Public Library, lapsit storytime for babies and toddlers, 10:30 a.m.

Building Storytime — Negaunee Public Library is offering storytimes for children ages 3-8. This one stories to inspire building with LEGO bricks and other blocks, will be held at 11 a.m.

Preschool Storytime for 3 and 4’s — 11-11:30 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Explore sto