A Kiwanis Club member roasts hundreds of chickens for the Marquette community for lunch, proceeds from which will be given to support the Marquette community in a variety of ways. (Photo courtesy of the Marquette Kiwanis Club)

MARQUETTE – This weekend marks the annual Marquette Kiwanis Club Chicken Barbecue held on Sunday, June 8, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Lakeview Arena. This nearly 70-year-old Marquette tradition will raise money to support community projects and sponsor organizations.

The Kiwanis Club of Marquette is a volunteer service organization that is dedicated to serving the Marquette community and supporting programs to develop exceptional youth.

Some of the more notable programs of the Superiorland Kiwanis include hosting a a free community Christmas dinner; sponsoring the Marquette Senior High School Athletes of the Month and Athletes of the Year; poinsettia deliveries to shut-ins; Valentine’s Day carnation distribution to nursing homes, volunteering for community events; labor support for many community building projects; and financial sponsor of many youth development programs.

Tickets are $18 and can be purchased online before the event or in person at the event.

Club official Nicholas Emmendorfer also says the club is looking to gain more members.

“Get your ticket online, https://www.eventbrite.com/…/kiwanis-chicken-barbeque …” said the Kiawanis club website. “Join us again this year for a great meal while helping our community. This year is the 68th year for the Kiwanis Chicken Barbeque. This fundraiser helps support dozens of local organizations and community projects. each meal gets: 1/2 chicken, baked potato, roll, milk, ice cream — all for a great cause. Drive-Thru only.”

The Kiawanis Club’s mission is to serve the community and support program that develop exceptional youth. The Kiwanis club of Marquette is a service organization dedicated to serving the Marquette community and supporting the youth of our area. This group meets every Thursday at 7 a.m. at the Big Boy restaurant in Marquette and the public is free to join and meet with the group members.

Antonio Anderson can be reached at 906-228-2500, ext. 550. His email address is aanderson@miningjournal.net.