The calendar
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.
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.
Current Event Conversation – Every Sunday from 10-10:30 a.m., high school youth are invited to join in a Current Event Conversation at Messiah Lutheran Church. Contact Lisa Johnson, Messiah’s youth director, at 225-1119 for more information. Go to marquettelutherans.org for information about this or other programs at Messiah.
Ninjitsu – class offered 1-2:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.
Auxiliary Bingo – American Legion Post 349 in Little Lake will have auxiliary bingo. 1:30 p.m. early birds, 2 p.m. regular session. Public welcome. Call 346-6000.
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.
Tree Lighting – The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in downtown Negaunee begins at 4:30 p.m. with carolers and a band at the park/bandshell at the rop of Iron Street. A parade up Iron Street to the park begins at 5 p.m. Units should line up at 4:45 p.m. at the Negaunee Senior Center. Santa will make an appearance and there will be refreshments. The event is presented by the Negaunee Irontown Association.
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
Exhibits open – The City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center’s December Main Gallery exhibition: Tectonic Perceptions by artist Brian Kakas opens this date and continues through Jan. 4. For more information or questions, call 228-0472 or email arts-culture@mqtcty.org.
Senior showcase – Graduating seniors of the Northern Michigan University School of Art and Design will showcase their work at the Devos Art Museum on campus. The exhibit opens this date, and continues hrough the closing reception from 7-9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12. It is free and open to the public.
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 today 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 from 8:30 a.m. 4 p.m.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s & 3’s Storytime: Happy Days – Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 &3. For more information call 226-4320 or at www. pwpl.info.
Health Care Coverage – Upper Peninsula Health Care Solutions offers free help to understand health care coverage at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library’s Conference Room. UPHCS is not an insurance company and offers this help free of charge. To learn more, call 225-7514.
Alcoholics Anonymous – We Are Not Saints open meeting is at noon at Great Lakes Center, 109 W. Ridge, Suites B &C, 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.
Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.
Afternoon Classic Films – presents a screening of “Lemon Drop Kid” starring Bob Hope, Marilyn Maxwell and Lloyd Nolan at 1:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Community Room. 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.
TOPS 625 – meets at 4:30 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church, Ishpeming.
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 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
TOPS 934 – weigh-in is 5:30-6 p.m., meeting is 6:15 p.m. upstairs of VFW Post on Gold Street, Negaunee. Call 360-3585.
Square dance – Dance Zone offers 12-week square dancing class from 6-7:30 p.m. Call 236-2457 for more information.
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.
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.
DocuMonday – presents the action documentary film “1” at 7 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Community Room. 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.
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.
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.
Senior Skate – The Marquette Senior Center’s Monday Night Senior/Adult Skating at Lakeview Arena: Skating hours are 7:30-9:20 pm. Cost of attendance: City of Marquette residents, no charge; others, age 50+ $2; and ages 18-49 $3. Skate rental is $3.
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.
Al-Anon – 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
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 today at the 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.
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 10-11:45 a.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
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.
Yoga – Yoga is offered from noon-1:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
The calendar
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.
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.
A WIC Clinic – will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Marquette County Health Department.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s and 3’s Storytime: Happy Days -10:30am -11 a.m. Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at 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.
NARFE – The National and Active Federal Employees Association Chapter 1900 will meet at 1:30 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette, in room B. All members and friends are encouraged to attend. For further information, call 249-1610.
Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 5:30-7 p.m. and from 7-8:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
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.
Thanksgiving Eve – There will be an Ecumenical Community Thanksgiving Eve Service at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Marquette. The Rev. Chris Hinz of Grace Methodist Church will preach. The service will include Holy Communion. Non-perishable food donations will be collected for area food banks. Monetary offerings will be given to world hunger. There will be refreshments and fellowship following the service.
Thanksgiving Eve – A Thanksgiving Eve service is set for 7 p.m. Bethel Lutheran Church in Ishpeming. Everyone is invited to attend.
Alcoholics Anonymous – (closed/non-smoking) meets 8 p.m., Eden Lutheran Church, Munising.
French enthusiasts – The French enthusiast group, La Table Francaise, will meet from 8-9 p.m. Wednesdays during the fall semester at Northern Michigan University. Students and community members are invited to participate. The meetings will be held in room 326 of Olson Library in the Learning Resources Center.
Thursday
Holiday closure – The Marquette County Health Department will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving.
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.
Turkey Trot – Marquette Senior High School’s Orchestra and Business Club are sponsoring the annual Marquette Turkey Trot. The Marquette Turkey Trot will consist of two runs, a 5K walk/run and a 10K run. The course will start at Marquette Senior High. MSHS students designed the logo for this year’s T-shirt. Dogs are welcome and will be rewarded for the fastest 5K and 10K finisher. Race-day registration is 8-8:40 a.m.
Register online for $30: www.active.com/marquette-mi/running/distance-running-races/turkey-trot-2014
Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 10 a.m. at St. John’s Church in Ishpeming.
Community dinner – A free community Thanksgiving dinner is planned at noon at Bethel Lutheran Church in Ishpeming. Reservations for the dinner are not required. The church is located on the corner of Third and Ridge streets and is handicapped accessible.
Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.
Thanksgiving dinner – The public is invited to join Northern Vegans for its eighth annual Thanksgiving potluck dinner at Immanuel Lutheran Church on the corner of U.S. 41 West and Baldwin Avenue in Negaunee at 2 p.m. Bring a vegan dish (no meat, dairy, eggs, and honey) to share or consider donating $5 if unable to bring some vegan food. Visit www.northernvegans.com, Northern Vegans on Facebook, or call 236-1279 for more information. RSVP optional.
Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.
Overeaters Anonymous – Step and Tradition meeting, 6 p.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, 715 Mather , Ishpeming. Call 361-4947.
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, 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.
Tuesday
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 today 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.
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 10-11:45 a.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
Story time- The Negaunee Public Library offers story time for children of all ages who welcome to attend story time at 10:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at the library. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. For more information,call the library at 475-7700 ext. 18.
Book Babies – 10:30 a.m- 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.
Yoga – Yoga is offered from noon-1:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, Marquette.
Story & Craft Hour, Ages 4+: Peace on Earth – 1-2 p.m.. Peter White Public Library Youth Atrium. Enjoy stories and songs, and make a craft to take home. Free. For more information call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.
Parent-Teacher Conferences – Bothwell Middle School, 5-8 p.m.; Cherry Creek Elementary, Graveraet Elementary and Sandy Knoll Elementary, 1-7 p.m.; and Superior Hills Elementary, 1-4 p.m. and 4-7 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. 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.
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.
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.
VFW Post 4573 Men’s Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. No smoking.
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.
Interfaith Evening of Thanks – The Marquette Interfaith Forum will sponsor its annual Interfaith Evening Of Thanks at 7 p.m. This year the service will be hosted at Temple Beth Sholom at the intersection of Elm and Prairie streets in Ishpeming, 2 1/2 blocks north of the west enterance to Al Quaal Recreation Area. Members of area multiple faith groups will participate including Budhist, Anishnaabe, Jewish, Muslim Christian, Baha’i and Unitarian Universalist.
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.
A WIC Clinic – will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Marquette County Health Department.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s and 3’s Storytime: Happy Days -10:30am -11 a.m. Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at 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.
The calendar
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 “mailto:rprusi@miningjournal.net”>rprusi@miningjournal.net, putting calendar in the subject line.
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.
Pancakes with Princes and Princesses – at Perkins in Marquette will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The cost is $8 per person for this pancake breakfast with entertainment from Lake Superior Youth Theatre princes and princesses.
Holiday Bazaar – The Emanuel Lutheran Church of Skandia, 9812 U.S. 41, invites the public to its annual Holiday Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Craft, bake sale – The Laestadian Lutheran Church, 567 Washington St., Ishpeming, will have A Taste of Scandinavia craft and bake sale form 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Fair Trade Market – at Messiah Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market will feature a variety of fair trade items with a focus on Christmas nativities and ornaments. The market will also feature fairly traded coffees, teas, chocolates, and more. Messiah is located at 305 W. Magnetic St. in Marquette. Call 225-1119 for more information.
Holiday Art Sale – The City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center’s 2014 Holiday Art Sale will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the MACC, located in the lower level of the Peter White Public Library at 217 N. Front St. in Marquette. The sale will stretch through all of the MACC three workshop spaces and into the Community Room. For more information or questions, call 228-0472 or email arts-culture@mqtcty.org.
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.
Dollhouse Day – The Marquette Regional History Center presents: It’s a Dollhouse Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit www.marquettehistory.org or call 226-3571 for more info on this event.
LEGO Club – 11 a.m.-noon, Peter White Public Youth 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.
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 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.
Knead to Read – invites the public to take a break from holiday shopping, enjoy a warm cup of coffee and relax with a chair massage from 1-3 p.m. at the Peter White Public Library. Certified massage therapists will provide 10-minute chair massages for the public in exchange for donations to buy library books for teen readers. Event organizer, Christine Simonetta suggests a donation of $5, but stresses that more will be gratefully received.
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.
Youth event – The Something Better Youth Center will host a Snack and Sharing Time from 7-11 p.m. The center is located at 22 S. Main St., L’Anse. For more information, contact Clyde Tauriainen: clydet@eascoair.com or 713-875-3497.
PAAC movie – “And Then There Were None” is presented at 7 p.m. by the Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council at the Vista Theater in Negaunee. All tickets are $5.
Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m., Presbyterian Church, 300 Bensinger, Big Bay. Handicapped accessible.
AA/Al-Anon – open meeting 7:30 p.m. above Parties Unlimited, 105 S. Main Ishpeming.
MSO concert – The Marquette Symphony Orchestra invites the community to its second concert for the 2014-2015 season at 7:30 p.m.: “Lights, Camera … Orchestra!” at Kaufman Auditorium, Marquette. For more information, visit www.marquettesymphony.org.
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.
Current Event Conversation – Every Sunday from 10-10:30 a.m., high school youth are invited to join in a Current Event Conversation at Messiah Lutheran Church. Contact Lisa Johnson, Messiah’s youth director, at 225-1119 for more information. Go to marquettelutherans.org for information about this or other programs at Messiah.
Ninjitsu – class offered 1-2:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.
Auxiliary Bingo – American Legion Post 349 in Little Lake will have auxiliary bingo. 1:30 p.m. early birds, 2 p.m. regular session. Public welcome. Call 346-6000.
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 – will be held from 5-6 p.m. at Hope Free Lutheran Church in west Ishpeming. Turkey dinner with all the trimmings will be served and there is no charge for the meal. For more information, call the church office at 485-5714.
The calendar
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.
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 – available today 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.
Legion officer – Patrick Kline, the American Legion’s Department Service Officer, is making his monthly visit to the Upper Peninsula to assist veterans with claims preparation, presentation, and appeal counsel. He will be at Newberry American Legion Post, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
International Education Week – Earth, environmental and geographical sciences professor Weronika Kusek will present “Recent Polish Migration to London, UK” at 10 a.m. in 2320 Jamrich Hall. Since Poland joined the European Union in 2004, nearly 600,000 Poles immigrated to the United Kingdom. Kusek will discuss Polish migrants who live and work in London, immigrant experiences and diasporic networks with Poland.
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.
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.
Furry Friday – For the first time ever – and to be a reoccurring event – the Upper Peninsula Animal Shelter announces Furry Friday from noon to 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to join UPAWS staff and volunteers for a fun event. UPAWS will be open late and provide hot coffee, cookies and other refreshments.
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.
Technology help – Northern Michigan University Information Technology students will be available to lend a hand from 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. This drop in session is for anyone having problems getting their laptops, tablets, e-readers, phones and other digital equipment up and running. No appointment is necessary and there is no charge for this service. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.
NMU colloquium – Northern Michigan University students doing advanced research in the behavioral sciences will present their final projects at the next NMU psychology colloquium, covering a variety of topics, including mental object rotation, haptic hallucinations, personality characteristics of athletic trainers, worker performance in microbreweries and approaches to academic advising. The event begins at 3 p.m. in 167 Gries Hall. It is free and open to the public.
Fish fry – The Ishpeming VFW Post 4573, 310 Bank St., has a fish fry from 4-7 p.m. To-go orders are available. Call 486-4856.
The calendar
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.
Thursday
Deadline – This is the deadline for ordering from the Marquette Beautification Committee’s annual Sees’ candy sale as a flower fundraiser. Call Linda at 360-8988.
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.
12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.
Clinic Services – available today 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.
Legion officer – Patrick Kline, the American Legion’s Department Service Officer, is making his monthly visit to the Upper Peninsula to assist veterans with claims preparation, presentation, and appeal counsel. He will be at Marquette American Legion Post , 700 W. Bluff St. from 9 am to noon; and Munising American Legion Post, 1:30-4 p.m.
Beginning Yoga – classes are offered at the Clubhouse in Gwinn at 9:30 a.m. Call Fran at 346-2117.
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 a.m- 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.
Elba Morse Club – The Elba Morse Club will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Perkins Restaurant. All retired nurses and friends are invited.
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.
IHS 1958 – meets 12:30 p.m. third Thursdays at Jasper Ridge Brewery, Ishpeming.
The Alzheimer’s Cafe – will be open from 1-2:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Gwinn. For more information call Lynn Marjonen at 346-3727 or Marquette Adult Day Services at 226-2142.
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.
International Education Week – “Reflections on Studying Abroad: A Faculty Perspective” will be held at 2:30 p.m. in 1320 Jamrich Hall. Professors William Ball of political science, Robert Hanson of criminal justice and Eileen Smit of nursing will provide insights based on their experiences leading student groups on international study trips.
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.
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.
The calendar
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.
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.
Marquette County Health Department – WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Legion officer – Patrick Kline, the American Legion’s Department Service Officer, is making his monthly visit to the Upper Peninsula to assist veterans with claims preparation, presentation, and appeal counsel. He will be at the Baraga County Office Veterans Affairs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s and 3’s Storytime: Happy Days -10:30-11 a.m. Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at 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.
World Politics – discussion group meets 2-4 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at the Falling Rock Cafe and Bookstore in Munising.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting – 4:15- 5:15 p.m.. Peter White Public Library Community Room. All students in grades eight to 12 are invited to discuss books and movies, plan teen library events and meet new people. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info
Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.
Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 5:30-7 p.m. and from 7-8:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
Beat Poets – A multimedia literary event, inspired by the visits of famous poets identified with the Beat Generation, will be presented free to the public at the Marquette Regional History Center. Performance begins promptly at 5:30 p.m. in the C. Fred Rydholm Gathering Hall.
Knitters – The UP North Knitting Guild will meet from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Peter White Public Library lower level Room No. 4.
Grief Support – Open grief support group meets 5:30-7 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at Lake Superior Hospice in Marquette. For details call Cara Zanetti at 225-7760.
Free meal – There will be a free home-cooked meal, open to the public, sponsored by First Baptist Church, Gwinn, from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Take-outs available after 6 p.m. Call 235-6538 or 346-6115.
Bariatric Support Group – meets 6-7 p.m. third Wednesdays, Arcadia Health Care, Marquette. Call 800-440-7862.
Ely Township Board – The Ely Township Board will meet at 6 p.m. at the township hall.
Board of Health – The regular monthly meeting of the Marquette County Board of Health will be at 6 p.m. in Room 231 of the Henry A. Skewis Courthouse Annex, 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.
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.
BBCHS Class of 1965 – The Bishop Baraga Catholic High School Class of 1965 will have a reunion planning meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Breakers.
Marquette Genealogical Society meets at 6:45 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. Charles Meiser will present “Putting Genes in Genealogy.” New members are welcome.
Book club – The Once Upon a Crime mystery lovers’ book group will meet at 7 p.m. in the Dandelion Cottage Room at the Peter White Public Library to discuss “Reflex” by Dick Francis, longtime steeplechase jockey, who writes about the racing world he knew so well. New members are welcome. For more information, call Caroline Jordan at 228-9953.
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.
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.
French enthusiasts – The French enthusiast group, La Table Francaise, will meet from 8-9 p.m. Wednesdays during the fall semester at Northern Michigan University. Students and community members are invited to participate. The meetings will be held in room 326 of Olson Library in the Learning Resources Center.
Thursday
Deadline – This is the deadline for ordering from the Marquette Beautification Committee’s annual Sees’ candy sale as a flower fundraiser. Call Linda at 360-8988.
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.
12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.
Clinic Services – available today 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.
Legion officer – Patrick Kline, the American Legion’s Department Service Officer, is making his monthly visit to the Upper Peninsula to assist veterans with claims preparation, presentation, and appeal counsel. He will be at Marquette American Legion Post , 700 W. Bluff St. from 9 am to noon; and Munising American Legion Post, 1:30-4 p.m.
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 a.m- 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.
Elba Morse Club – The Elba Morse Club will meet at 11:30 a.m. at Perkins Restaurant. All retired nurses and friends are invited.
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.
IHS 1958 – meets 12:30 p.m. third Thursdays at Jasper Ridge Brewery, Ishpeming.
The Alzheimer’s Cafe – will be open from 1-2:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Gwinn. For more information call Lynn Marjonen at 346-3727 or Marquette Adult Day Services at 226-2142.
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.
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 – Yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse 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.
Overeaters Anonymous – Step and Tradition meeting, 6 p.m., Bethany Lutheran Church, 715 Mather, Ishpeming. Call 361-4947.
The calendar
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.
Tuesday
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 today 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.
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 10-11:45 a.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
Book Babies -10:30 a.m- 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.
Yoga – Yoga is offered from noon-1:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, Marquette.
Story and Craft Hour, Ages 4+: Peace on Earth – 1-2 p.m., Peter White Public Library Youth Atrium. Enjoy stories and songs, and make a craft to take home. 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.
Ladies Night Out – in Ishpeming will be from 2-8 p.m. For further information, go to gincc.org, check the Ishpeming Business Association on Facebook, or call David at 486-8680.
International Education Week – Northern Michigan University will mark International Education Week with a series of presentations. Adonna Rometo of biology will present “Empowering Communities: Raised Garden Beds and a Women’s Sewing Cooperative as Agents of Change in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico” at 3 p.m. in 1209 New Science Facility.
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 enjoy a screening of “Chef” in the library’s Community room. BYO Dinner Theater welcomes the public to bring their own takeout supper and enjoy the 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.
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.
VFW Post 4573 Men’s Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. No smoking.
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.
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.
Marquette County Health Department – WIC Clinic will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s and 3’s Storytime: Happy Days -10:30-11 a.m. Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at 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.
World Politics – discussion group meets 2-4 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at the Falling Rock Cafe and Bookstore in Munising.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting – 4:15- 5:15 p.m.. Peter White Public Library Community Room. All students in grades eight to 12 are invited to discuss books and movies, plan teen library events and meet new people. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info
Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.
Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.
Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 5:30-7 p.m. and from 7-8:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
Grief Support – Open grief support group meets 5:30-7 p.m. first/third Wednesdays at Lake Superior Hospice in Marquette. For details call Cara Zanetti at 225-7760.
Free meal – There will be a free home-cooked meal, open to the public, sponsored by First Baptist Church, Gwinn, from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Take-outs available after 6 p.m. Call 235-6538 or 346-6115.
Bariatric Support Group – meets 6-7 p.m. third Wednesdays, Arcadia Health Care, Marquette. Call 800-440-7862.
Ely Township Board – The Ely Township Board will meet at 6 p.m. at the township hall.
Board of Health – The regular monthly meeting of the Marquette County Board of Health will be at 6 p.m. in Room 231 of the Henry A. Skewis Courthouse Annex, 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.
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.
BBCHS Class of 1965 – The Bishop Baraga Catholic High School Class of 1965 will have a reunion planning meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Breakers.
Marquette Genealogical Society meets at 6:45 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. Charles Meiser will present “Putting Genes in Genealogy.” New members are welcome.
Book club – The Once Upon a Crime mystery lovers’ book group will meet at 7 p.m. in the Dandelion Cottage Room at the Peter White Public Library to discuss “Reflex” by Dick Francis, longtime steeplechase jockey, who writes about the racing world he knew so well. New members are welcome. For more information, call Caroline Jordan at 228-9953.
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.
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.
French enthusiasts – The French enthusiast group, La Table Francaise, will meet from 8-9 p.m. Wednesdays during the fall semester at Northern Michigan University. Students and community members are invited to participate. The meetings will be held in room 326 of Olson Library in the Learning Resources Center.
Thursday
Deadline – This is the deadline for ordering from the Marquette Beautification Committee’s annual Sees’ candy sale as a flower fundraiser. Call Linda at 360-8988.
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.
12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.
Clinic Services – available today 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.
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 a.m- 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 calendar
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.
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.
Current Event Conversation – Every Sunday from 10-10:30 a.m., high school youth are invited to join in a Current Event Conversation at Messiah Lutheran Church. Contact Lisa Johnson, Messiah’s youth director, at 225-1119 for more information. Go to marquettelutherans.org for information about this or other programs at Messiah.
Ninjitsu – class offered 1-2:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.
Auxiliary Bingo – American Legion Post 349 in Little Lake will have auxiliary bingo. 1:30 p.m. early birds, 2 p.m. regular session. Public welcome. Call 346-6000.
National Student Speech, Language, and Hearing Association- 2-3 p.m., Peter White Public Library Children’s Area. Join students from the NSSLHA for an hour of stories and crafts. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.
Music jam – Join other acoustic musicians for a community jam session celebrating traditional folk music from 2-5 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library’s Community Room. There is no admission charge to attend the event which is sponsored by the Hiawatha Music Co-op and the Peter White Public Library. Call 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info for more information.
Scrabble – Scrabble Club plays from 2-5 at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. There is no admission charge and light refreshments are provided. Call 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info for more information.
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.
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.
PAAC movie – “Princess Iron Fan” is presented at 7 p.m. by the Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council at the Vista Theater in Negaunee. All tickets are $5.
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- today 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 9:30 a.m6 p.m.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s and 3’s Storytime: Happy Days -10:30-11 a.m.. Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at www. pwpl.info.
Breastfeeding Mothers Group – meets 11 a.m.-noon third Mondays in the Family Birthing Center Classroom at Marquette General Hospital. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers and their children welcome. For details call 225-3081.
Alcoholics Anonymous – We Are Not Saints open meeting is at noon at Great Lakes Center, 109 W. Ridge, Suites B &C, 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.
Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.
Gwinn Caregivers – support group meets 1 p.m. third Mondays at the Gwinn Clubhouse (Forsyth Senior Center). For more information, call 346-9862.
International Education Week – Northern Michigan University will mark International Education Week with a series of presentations. Mary Stunkard from clinical laboratory sciences will address unclean water as a major source of morbidity and mortality in developing countries and the bio-sand filter’s ability to clean contaminated water at 3 p.m. in West Science 1607. Her talk will focus on the science behind the filtration system, installation, maintenance and education for users as applied in Haiti and Honduras.
FLAC – The Marquette Area Public Schools Family Life Advisory Committee is scheduled to meet at 4 p.m. in the Marquette Senior High School Library.
TOPS 625 – meets at 4:30 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church, Ishpeming.
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 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
TOPS 934 – weigh-in is 5:30-6 p.m., meeting is 6:15 p.m. upstairs of VFW Post on Gold Street, Negaunee. Call 360-3585.
Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.
Cadet Squadron – Lake Superior Cadet Squadron meets 6 p.m. first/third Mondays at the Munising American Legion. Open to ages 12-21.
Taste Off – Northern Michigan University’s Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America is hosting the third annual Hometown Taste-Off in the Jacobetti Complex from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. Admission is $5. The proceeds will be used to fund a family in need during the holiday season through the Salvation Army Adopt A Family program.
Square dance – Dance Zone offers 12-week square dancing class from 6-7:30 p.m. Call 236-2457 for more information. Class starts Oct. 13.
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.
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.
Disabled American Veterans and DAV Auxiliary – Chapter 22 Marquette County meets 7 p.m. the third Monday of every month at the D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans, Marquette. Go around back to the lower level and enter under the canopy. Call 236-5253.
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.
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.
Senior Skate – The Marquette Senior Center’s Monday Night Senior/Adult Skating at Lakeview Arena: Skating hours are 7:30-9:20 pm. Cost of attendance: City of Marquette residents, no charge; others, age 50+ $2; and ages 18-49 $3. Skate rental is $3.
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.
Al-Anon – 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
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.
The calendar
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.
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.
Church Bazaar – The St Louis Women’s Club in Harvey will host its holiday Bazaar from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. The bazaar will feature a rummage sale, silent auction, homemade crafts and baked goods, Rada Knives, vendors and more. Lunch of hot turkey sandwich, cranberry sauce, beverage and dessert will be served beginning at 11 a.m. Cost of lunch is $7 per person.
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.
NICE clothes – The NICE Community School District’s Child and Family Resource Center will be hosting its ninth annual NICE Clothes Resale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call 485-3178.
ETC bazaar – Ewen-Trout Creek School in western Upper Peninsula is holding Christmas Bazaar and Slightly Used Sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the school. Luncheon also served.
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.
Holiday photos – Silver Creek Thrift is partnering with Room at the Inn to offer an affordable family holiday picture taking opportunity from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m families can go to Silver Creek Thrift to have a photo taken. Minimum donation is $5. Participants will receive a digital copy of the photo via email. Proceeds from the photos taken will go to Room at the Inn. Call 273-2473.
Christmas Bazaar – The Skandia Lioness Club will be hosting its 36th Annual Christmas Bazaar at the Skandia Community Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a soup and sandwich luncheon. There will be new crafter along with the previous crafter making for more selection.
Saturday Morning Art – 11 a.m.-noon, Peter White Public Library Community Room. Youth entering Kindergarten through 4th grade are invited to join us for stories and a creative art project. Free. For more information, call 226-4320 or visit www.pwpl.info.
Kingsford bazaar – From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. EDT, The Masonic Lodge located at 301 Hamilton Ave. in Kingsford will be hosting its first ever Fall Craft Show.
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.
Soup, bake – Mitchell United Methodist Church, 207 Teal Lake Ave., Negaunee, will be hosting an all-church soup luncheon and bake sale. Doors will open at 11:30 a.m. and the event will continue until 1:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door for $5 for adults, $3 for ages 5-12 and free to those under the age of 5. The bake sale will include saffron, pies, cookies, bars, bread and more.
Partners Cribbage- Tournament will be held at noon at 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.
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.
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.
Baha’i Faith Firesides – meets at 7 p.m. first and third Saturdays. Call 228-6976.
PAAC movie – “My Favorite Brunette” is presented at 7 p.m. by the Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council at the Vista Theater in Negaunee. All tickets are $5.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets 7 p.m., Presbyterian Church, 300 Bensinger, Big Bay. Handicapped accessible.
AA/Al-Anon – open meeting 7:30 p.m. above Parties Unlimited, 105 S. Main Ishpeming.
Ladies Nite Out – Ishpeming VFW Post 4573, 310 Bank St., is having Ladies Nite Out at 8:30 p.m. with live entertainment featuring The Chippendales. Advance tickets are $25 and tickets at the door are $30. Call 486-4856 for more information.
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.
Current Event Conversation – Every Sunday from 10-10:30 a.m., high school youth are invited to join in a Current Event Conversation at Messiah Lutheran Church. Contact Lisa Johnson, Messiah’s youth director, at 225-1119 for more information. Go to marquettelutherans.org for information about this or other programs at Messiah.
Ninjitsu – class offered 1-2:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. Call 346-9054.
Auxiliary Bingo – American Legion Post 349 in Little Lake will have auxiliary bingo. 1:30 p.m. early birds, 2 p.m. regular session. Public welcome. Call 346-6000.
National Student Speech, Language, and Hearing Association- 2-3 p.m., Peter White Public Library Children’s Area. Join students from the NSSLHA for an hour of stories and crafts. Free. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.
Music jam – Join other acoustic musicians for a community jam session celebrating traditional folk music from 2-5 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library’s Community Room. There is no admission charge to attend the event which is sponsored by the Hiawatha Music Co-op and the Peter White Public Library. Call 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info for more information.
Scrabble – Scrabble Club plays from 2-5 at the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. There is no admission charge and light refreshments are provided. Call 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info for more information.
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.
The calendar
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 “mailto:rprusi@miningjournal.net”>rprusi@miningjournal.net, putting calendar in the subject line.
Friday
UPAWS – The Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter is having a “Name Your Own Price” cat adoption event through Sunday. For more information, visit www.upaws.org or phone 475-6661.
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 today 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.
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.
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.
The Calendar
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.
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.
12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.
Clinic Services – available today 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.
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 a.m- 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.
TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.
Parent Teacher Conferences – will be held at Marquette Senior High School from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 5-7:30 p.m.
Alcoholics Anonymous – meets at noon at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette. Handicapped accessible.
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.
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.
VFW Ladies Auxiliary 4573 of Ishpeming – meets at 1:30 p.m. the second Thursday of each month at the Post Home.
Ladies Night – The 18th annual Downtown Marquette Ladies Night will be from 4-8 p.m. For a list of participating businesses and specials visit the Downtown Marquette Facebook Page and click on the Ladies Night Facebook event at www.facebook.com/downtownmarquette. For more information, contact the Marquette Downtown Development Authority at 228-9475 or visit www.downtownmarquette.org.
The Calendar
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.
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.
Marquette County Health Department -A WIC Clinic will be held at the Sawyer Clinic from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
Ely Assessor – The Ely Township Assessor will have office hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ely Township Hall.
2’s and 3’s Storytime: Happy Days – 10:30 -11 a.m. Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at www. pwpl.info.
Soup luncheon – Trinity Lutheran Church women will host a soup luncheon from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. Featured will be homemade soup, bread, bars and beverage. The public is welcome. The church is at 414 E. Ridge St., Ishpeming.
IHS 1957 – The Ishpeming High School Class of 1957 meets at 11 a.m. the second Wednesday of the month at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Ishpeming, for soup lunch.
The calendar
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.
Tuesday
Veterans Day closure – The Marquette County Health Department will be closed in observance of Veterans’ Day.
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.
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.
College planning – Thrivent Financial is hosting free educational workshops to help parents of high school students with their college planning at 8:30 a.m. Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum in Marquette; and 6:30 p.m. Prince of Peace Church in Harvey. To register for this free workshop, call Andrew Rickauer at 225-8001, email Andrew.rickauer@thrivent.com or respond online at Thrivent.com/findaworkshop. Space is limited so sign up early to secure a place.
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.
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 10-11:45 a.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
NHS 1951 – meets for brunch at 10 a.m. second Tuesdays, Negaunee Senior Center. Call 485-1178 or 250-7141.
Story time- The Negaunee Public Library offers story time for children of all ages who welcome to attend story time at 10:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at the library. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. For more information,call the library at 475-7700 ext. 18.
Book Babies -10:30 a.m-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.
Veterans Day – The D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans will be holding a Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. in the Home’s chapel. Refreshments will be served following the ceremony at a reception in the Recreation Room.
Veterans Day – Everyone is invited to celebrate Veterans Day in Negaunee. An “Honoring All Who Served” gathering is set for 11 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial near Negaunee City Hall.
Yoga – Yoga is offered from noon-1:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, Marquette.
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 and Craft Hour, Ages 4+: Peace on Earth – 1 p.m.-2 p.m.. Peter White Public Library Youth Atrium. Enjoy stories and songs, and make a craft to take home. 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.
International Education Week – Northern Michigan University will mark International Education Week with a series of presentations. Professors William Ball of political science, Robert Hanson of criminal justice and Eileen Smit of nursing will share “Reflections on Studying Abroad: A Faculty Perspective” at 2:30 p.m. in Jamrich 1320.
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.
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.
VFW Post 4573 Men’s Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. No smoking.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The calendar
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.
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.
Current Event Conversation – Every Sunday from 10-10:30 a.m., high school youth are invited to join in a Current Event Conversation at Messiah Lutheran Church. Contact Lisa Johnson, Messiah’s youth director, at 225-1119 for more information. Go to marquettelutherans.org for information about this or other programs at Messiah.
Open range – The West Branch Sportsmen’s Club Inc. of Skandia will once again hold an open range for those wishing to fine tune their rifles for the upcoming 2014 deer season from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The club is along Engman Lake Road, one mile south of M-94 West.
Autumn Comforts -The Marquette County Quilters’ Association presents the bi-annual 2014 Autumn Comforts Quilt Show at Northern Michigan University’s Great Lakes Rooms from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dance – will be held at the Rock Community-Senior Center, 3892 W. Mapleridge Road, from 1-5 p.m. Music will be provided by Wil Kilpela and Friends. The cost will be $5 per person and there will be a free-will donation lunch. For more information, call Alice at 356-6588. All proceeds benefit the Rock Senior Corporation.
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 open at 1 p.m. to allow time to view the club’s extensive mineral collection. There is no admission. For more information, call 228-3378 or 228-9422.
Auxiliary Bingo – American Legion Post 349 in Little Lake will have auxiliary bingo. 1:30 p.m. early birds, 2 p.m. regular session. Public welcome. Call 346-6000.
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.
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.
PAAC movie – “Jack and the Beanstalk” is presented at 7 p.m. by the Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council at the Vista Theater in Negaunee. All tickets are $5.
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 today 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.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s & 3’s Storytime: Happy Days – 10:30-11 a.m., Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at www. pwpl.info.
College planning – Thrivent Financial is hosting free educational workshops to help parents of high school students with their college planning at noon and 6 p.m. at the Munising Community Center. To register for this free workshop, call Andrew Rickauer at 225-8001, email Andrew.rickauer@thrivent.com or respond online at Thrivent.com/findaworkshop. Space is limited so sign up early to secure a place.
Ishpeming 1969 – The female classmates of the Ishpeming High School Class of 1969 will get together at the Jasper Ridge Brewery in Ishpeming at noon on the second Monday of the month for coffee/lunch.
Tasty Reads – The book group for readers who love to cook, is adding another meeting time to their monthly gatherings. Members can attend either at noon or at 6 p.m. for a book discussion of “The Smitten Kitchen” by Deb Perelman in the Peter White Public Library’s Shiras Room. There is no admission charge. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4303.
Alcoholics Anonymous – We Are Not Saints open meeting is at noon at Great Lakes Center, 109 W. Ridge, Suites B &C, 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.
Caregivers Support Group – meets 1 p.m. second Mondays, third floor day room of the Jacobetti Veterans Home, 425 Fisher St., Marquette. For details call Melanie Flanigan at 226-3576.
Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.
International Education Week – Northern Michigan University will mark International Education Week with a series of presentations. Economics professor Tawni Ferrarini will present “What Can South Korea Teach Us About Wealth and Prosperity?” at 4 p.m. in 1320 Jamrich Hall.
TOPS 625 – meets at 4:30 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church, Ishpeming.
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 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
TOPS 934 – weigh-in is 5:30-6 p.m., meeting is 6:15 p.m. upstairs of VFW Post on Gold Street, Negaunee. Call 360-3585.
Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.
Marine Corps The Lake Superior Detachment No. 764 of the Marine Corps League will host a celebration of the Marine Corps 239th Birthday. The celebration will be held at the Casa Calabria Restaurant in Marquette beginning at 6 p.m. No cover charge, cash bar, door prizes and traditional ceremonies as well as pizza and birthday cake provided for all attendees.
Square dance – Dance Zone offers 12-week square dancing class from 6-7:30 p.m. Call 236-2457 for more information. Class starts Oct. 13.
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.
Ely Planning – The Ely Township Planning Commission meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Ely Township Hall.
Lupus Support Group – from 6:30-8 p.m., second Mondays, at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. For more information, call 800-705-6677 or visit www.milupus.org.
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 Support Group – meets from 7-9 p.m. the second Monday of the month at 129 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette.
Superiorland Toastmasters Meeting – at 7-8:30 p.m., second and fourth Mondays of each month, at the Peninsula Medical Center building in Suite 47, 1414 W. Fair Ave., Marquette. Conference room lower level. Come join the fun! For more information, visit 3834.toastmastersclubs.org.
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.
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.
Senior Skate – The Marquette Senior Center’s Monday Night Senior/Adult Skating at Lakeview Arena: Skating hours are 7:30-9:20 pm. Cost of attendance: City of Marquette residents, no charge; others, age 50+ $2; and ages 18-49 $3. Skate rental is $3.
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.
Al-Anon – 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
Veterans Day closure – The Marquette County Health Department will be closed in observance of Veterans’ Day.
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.
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.
The Calendar
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.
Saturday
Pasty sale – The Negaunee Elks will be having a pasty sale this date. Cost is $5 per pasty. It’s recommended people place orders early by calling the lodge at 475-4401 as quantities are limited.
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.
Pasty sale – Forsyth Singers will be having a pasty sale at the Gwinn VFW Club from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For advance orders contact any singer, or call 346-9278. Pasties are $4.
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.
Christmas Bazaar – The Women’s Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church in Marquette will be having a Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 226-2014.
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 – An introductory workshop to the practice of Tai Chi Chuan will be offered from 9:30 a.m.-noon the fellowship Hall of Grace United Methodist Church, 927 W. Fair Ave., in Marquette. This event 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. Fee for the workshop is $25. For more information call 228-5494.
Open range – The West Branch Sportsmen’s Club Inc. of Skandia will once again hold an open range for those wishing to fine tune their rifles for the upcoming 2014 deer season from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The club is along Engman Lake Road, one mile south of M-94 West.
Autumn Comforts -The Marquette County Quilters’ Association presents the bi-annual 2014 Autumn Comforts Quilt Show at Northern Michigan University’s Great Lakes Rooms from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bell Bazaar – Bell Auxiliary’s 16th Annual Holiday Soup Luncheon, Craft/Bake Sale will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church Hall, 1891 Prairie Ave., Ishpeming. Admission is free to the event and the soup luncheon is $5.
St. Christopher Bazaar – St. Christopher’s Parish’s annual Fall Bazaar will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church hall.
St. Michael’s Bazaar St. Michael Church will host a Fall Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Monsignor Dunleavy Hall, corner of West Kaye Avenue and Hebard Court. Luncheon will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. including soup, salad and dessert. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for children.
Senior Center Bazaar – The Negaunee Senior Center is planning its annual Holiday Craft Bazaar and Soup Luncheon from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch tickets will be $5 at the door; there is no admission for the bazaar.
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.
LEGO Club -11 a.m.-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.
Try Hockey – Marquette Junior Hockey invites boys and girls to Lakeview Arena for a Try Hockey For Free clinic as part of Come Play Hockey Month. Starting at 11 am., local youth, ages 4 to 9, are encouraged to experience ice hockey for the first time and learn the basic skills in a fun, safe environment. To register for this Try Hockey For Free event, visit www.TryHockeyForFree.com
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 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.
A turkey dinner – is planned from 4-7 p.m. at the West Branch Township Hall, 1016 County Road 545. The event is sponsored by the South County Fund Committee, with proceeds going to youth activities and recreation. The tickets are $9 for adults, $5 for kids ages 6-12 and free for those under the age of 5. Those attending are asked to bring a food item for Victory’s Food Pantry.
Family Night – is 6-9:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Gwinn. Free games, movies, popcorn. Call 346-6115.
Museuem After Dark – The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Museum After Dark, from 7-10 p.m. For tickets call 226-3571, visit marquettehistory.org, or go to the MRHC. Tickets are $9 for 18 and under, $5 for adult accompanying youth. $7 for individual adult.
The calendar
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.
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 – available today 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 at the Lake Superior Village from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wildcat Weekend – Northern Michigan University will host Wildcat Weekend, an open house event for prospective students interested in learning more about the opportunities available at NMU. Prospective students are encouraged to bring their families or guests. Check-in begins at 8 a.m. in Jamrich Hall. Scheduled activities are from 8:30 a.m. to 2 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.
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.
Technology help – Northern Michigan University Information Technology students will be available to lend a hand from 2:30-4:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Shiras room. This drop in session is for anyone having problems getting their laptops, tablets, e-readers, phones and other digital equipment up and running. No appointment is necessary and there is no charge for this service. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.
Fish fry – The Ishpeming VFW Post 4573, 310 Bank St., has a fish fry from 4-7 p.m. To-go orders are available. Call 486-4856.
Ninjitsu – class offered 4-5:30 p.m., Northern Lights Martial Arts Center, Marquette. For details call 346-9054.
Spaghetti dinner – The annual fall spaghetti dinner at Grace Lutheran Church, 558 W. M-35, Gwinn, is set from 5 to 7 p.m. Spaghetti, tossed salad, garlic bread, dessert and beverage will be served. Prizes drawings will be held and take-outs are available. Tickets are $8 for those age 12 and older; $5 for those ages 6-11; and free for children 5 and under.
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.
Beatles Invasion – A celebration of the 50th anniversary year of the Beatles U.S. “invasion” will serve as a fundraiser for the West Michigan Food Bank in Ishpeming and for UNICEF. The event’s first night is from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Flanigan’s Bar in Marquette with a number musicians performing.
Reel China – CineArts Films at Peter White Public Library, a series devoted to foreign and independent films, presents its third annual Reel China, a program celebrating Chinese culture through food and film at 7 p.m. in the Community Room. Call 226-4309 or visit www.pwpl.info for more information.
Folk Dancers – The Marquette Folk Dancers offer weekly recreational, international dancing. 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.
PAAC movie – “Reefer Madness” is presented at 10 p.m. by the Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council at the Vista Theater in Negaunee. All tickets are $5.
Saturday
Pasty sale – The Negaunee Elks will be having a pasty sale this date. Cost is $5 per pasty. It’s recommended people place orders early by calling the lodge at 475-4401 as quantities are limited.
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.
Pasty sale – Forsyth Singers will be having a pasty sale at the Gwinn VFW Club from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. For advance orders contact any singer, or call 346-9278 (leave message). Pasties are $4.
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.
Christmas Bazaar – The Women’s Missionary Society of the First Baptist Church in Marquette will be having a Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call 226-2014.
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.
Open range – The West Branch Sportsmen’s Club Inc. of Skandia will once again hold an open range for those wishing to fine tune their rifles for the upcoming 2014 deer season from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The club is along Engman Lake Road, one mile south of M-94 West.
Autumn Comforts -The Marquette County Quilters’ Association presents the bi-annual 2014 Autumn Comforts Quilt Show at Northern Michigan University’s Great Lakes Rooms from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Bell Bazaar – Bell Auxiliary’s 16th Annual Holiday Soup Luncheon, Craft/Bake Sale will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church Hall, 1891 Prairie Ave., Ishpeming. Admission is free to the event and the soup luncheon is $5.
St. Christopher Bazaar – St. Christopher’s Parish’s annual Fall Bazaar will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church hall.
St. Michael’s Bazaar St. Michael Church will host a Fall Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Monsignor Dunleavy Hall, corner of West Kaye Avenue and Hebard Court. Luncheon will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. including soup, salad and dessert. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for children.
Senior Center Bazaar – The Negaunee Senior Center is planning its annual Holiday Craft Bazaar and Soup Luncheon from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch tickets will be $5 at the door; there is no admission for the bazaar.
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.
LEGO Club -11 a.m.-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.
Try Hockey – Marquette Junior Hockey invites boys and girls to Lakeview Arena for a Try Hockey For Free clinic as part of Come Play Hockey Month. Starting at 11 am., local youth, ages 4 to 9, are encouraged to experience ice hockey for the first time and learn the basic skills in a fun, safe environment. To register for this Try Hockey For Free event, visit www.TryHockeyForFree.com.
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 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.
A turkey dinner – is planned from 4-7 p.m. at the West Branch Township Hall, 1016 County Road 545. The event is sponsored by the South County Fund Committee, with proceeds going to youth activities and recreation. The tickets are $9 for adults, $5 for kids ages 6-12 and free for those under the age of 5. Those attending are asked to bring a food item for Victory’s Food Pantry.
Family Night – is 6-9:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Gwinn. Free games, movies, popcorn. Call 346-6115.
Museuem After Dark – The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Museum After Dark, from 7-10 p.m. For tickets call 226-3571, visit marquettehistory.org, or go to the MRHC. Tickets are $9 for 18 and under, $5 for adult accompanying youth. $7 for individual adult.
PAAC movie – “Man with a Movie Camera” is presented at 7 p.m. by the Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council at the Vista Theater in Negaunee. All tickets are $5.
Alcoholics Anonymous – meets 7 p.m., Presbyterian Church, 300 Bensinger, Big Bay. Handicapped accessible.
AA/Al-Anon – open meeting 7:30 p.m. above Parties Unlimited, 105 S. Main Ishpeming.
Charity BallP – Northern Michigan University’s Student Nursing Association will hold its seventh annual Charity Ball from 7 p.m. to midnight at the Ramada Inn. The semi-formal event will include a silent auction, food, drinks and dancing. All proceeds will benefit Beacon House. Advanced tickets can be purchased for $5 for NMU students/faculty and $10 for the public. Tickets purchased at the door cost $10 for NMU students/faculty and $15 for the public. For more information, contact Jorie Lintz at (920) 264-6943 or jlintz@nmu.edu.
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.
Current Event Conversation – Every Sunday from 10-10:30 a.m., high school youth are invited to join in a Current Event Conversation at Messiah Lutheran Church. Contact Lisa Johnson, Messiah’s youth director, at 225-1119 for more information. Go to marquettelutherans.org for information about this or other programs at Messiah.
Open range – The West Branch Sportsmen’s Club Inc. of Skandia will once again hold an open range for those wishing to fine tune their rifles for the upcoming 2014 deer season from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The club is along Engman Lake Road, one mile south of M-94 West.
Autumn Comforts -The Marquette County Quilters’ Association presents the bi-annual 2014 Autumn Comforts Quilt Show at Northern Michigan University’s Great Lakes Rooms from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Dance – will be held at the Rock Community-Senior Center, 3892 W. Mapleridge Road, from 1-5 p.m. Music will be provided by Wil Kilpela and Friends. The cost will be $5 per person and there will be a free-will donation lunch. For more information, call Alice at 356-6588. All proceeds benefit the Rock Senior Corporation.
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 open at 1 p.m. to allow time to view the club’s extensive mineral collection. There is no admission. For more information, call 228-3378 or 228-9422.
Auxiliary Bingo – American Legion Post 349 in Little Lake will have auxiliary bingo. 1:30 p.m. early birds, 2 p.m. regular session. Public welcome. Call 346-6000.
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.
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.
PAAC movie – “Jack and the Beanstalk” is presented at 7 p.m. by the Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council at the Vista Theater in Negaunee. All tickets are $5.
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 today 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.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s & 3’s Storytime: Happy Days – 10:30-11 a.m., Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at www. pwpl.info.
College planning – Thrivent Financial is hosting free educational workshops to help parents of high school students with their college planning at noon and 6 p.m. at the Munising Community Center. To register for this free workshop, call Andrew Rickauer at 225-8001, email Andrew.rickauer@thrivent.com or respond online at Thrivent.com/findaworkshop. Space is limited so sign up early to secure a place.
Ishpeming 1969 – The female classmates of the Ishpeming High School Class of 1969 will get together at the Jasper Ridge Brewery in Ishpeming at noon on the second Monday of the month for coffee/lunch.
Tasty Reads – The book group for readers who love to cook, is adding another meeting time to their monthly gatherings. Members can attend either at noon or at 6 p.m. for a book discussion of “The Smitten Kitchen” by Deb Perelman in the Peter White Public Library’s Shiras Room. There is no admission charge. For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4303.
Alcoholics Anonymous – We Are Not Saints open meeting is at noon at Great Lakes Center, 109 W. Ridge, Suites B &C, 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.
Caregivers Support Group – meets 1 p.m. second Mondays, third floor day room of the Jacobetti Veterans Home, 425 Fisher St., Marquette. For details call Melanie Flanigan at 226-3576.
Bridge – is played at 1 p.m. at the Marquette Senior Center, 300 Spring St., Marquette. Call 225-1456.
International Education Week – Northern Michigan University will mark International Education Week with a series of presentations. Economics professor Tawni Ferrarini will present “What Can South Korea Teach Us About Wealth and Prosperity?” at 4 p.m. in 1320 Jamrich Hall.
TOPS 625 – meets at 4:30 p.m., Wesley United Methodist Church, Ishpeming.
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 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
TOPS 934 – weigh-in is 5:30-6 p.m., meeting is 6:15 p.m. upstairs of VFW Post on Gold Street, Negaunee. Call 360-3585.
Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.
Marine Corps – The Lake Superior Detachment No. 764 of the Marine Corps League will host a celebration of the Marine Corps 239th Birthday. The celebration will be held at the Casa Calabria Restaurant in Marquette beginning at 6 p.m. No cover charge, cash bar, door prizes and traditional ceremonies as well as pizza and birthday cake provided for all attendees.
Square dance – Dance Zone offers 12-week square dancing class from 6-7:30 p.m. Call 236-2457 for more information. Class starts Oct. 13.
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.
Ely Planning – The Ely Township Planning Commission meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Ely Township Hall.
Lupus Support Group – from 6:30-8 p.m., second Mondays, at the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. For more information, call 800-705-6677 or visit www.milupus.org.
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 Support Group – meets from 7-9 p.m. the second Monday of the month at 129 W. Baraga Ave., Marquette.
Superiorland Toastmasters Meeting – at 7-8:30 p.m., second and fourth Mondays of each month, at the Peninsula Medical Center building in Suite 47, 1414 W. Fair Ave., Marquette. Conference room lower level. Come join the fun! For more information, visit 3834.toastmastersclubs.org.
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.
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.
Senior Skate – The Marquette Senior Center’s Monday Night Senior/Adult Skating at Lakeview Arena: Skating hours are 7:30-9:20 pm. Cost of attendance: City of Marquette residents, no charge; others, age 50+ $2; and ages 18-49 $3. Skate rental is $3.
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.
Al-Anon – 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
Veterans Day closure – The Marquette County Health Department will be closed in observance of Veterans’ Day.
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.
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.
College planning – Thrivent Financial is hosting free educational workshops to help parents of high school students with their college planning at 8:30 a.m. Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum in Marquette; and 6:30 p.m. Prince of Peace Church in Harvey. To register for this free workshop, call Andrew Rickauer at 225-8001, email Andrew.rickauer@thrivent.com or respond online at Thrivent.com/findaworkshop. Space is limited so sign up early to secure a place.
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.
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 10-11:45 a.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
NHS 1951 – meets for brunch at 10 a.m. second Tuesdays, Negaunee Senior Center. Call 485-1178 or 250-7141.
Story time- The Negaunee Public Library offers story time for children of all ages who welcome to attend story time at 10:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at the library. Children must be accompanied by a loving adult. For more information,call the library at 475-7700 ext. 18.
Book Babies -10:30 a.m-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.
Veterans Day – The D.J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans will be holding a Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. in the Home’s chapel. Refreshments will be served following the ceremony at a reception in the Recreation Room.
Yoga – Yoga is offered from noon-1:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
Our Daily Bread – free lunch from noon-1 p.m., Salvation Army, Marquette.
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 and Craft Hour, Ages 4+: Peace on Earth – 1 p.m.-2 p.m.. Peter White Public Library Youth Atrium. Enjoy stories and songs, and make a craft to take home. 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.
International Education Week – Northern Michigan University will mark International Education Week with a series of presentations. Professors William Ball of political science, Robert Hanson of criminal justice and Eileen Smit of nursing will share “Reflections on Studying Abroad: A Faculty Perspective” at 2:30 p.m. in Jamrich 1320.
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.
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.
VFW Post 4573 Men’s Bingo – early birds meet at 6:20 p.m. No smoking.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Marquette County Health Department -A WIC Clinic will be held at the Sawyer Clinic from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
Ely Assessor – The Ely Township Assessor will have office hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ely Township Hall.
2’s and 3’s Storytime: Happy Days – 10:30 -11 a.m. Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at www. pwpl.info.
Soup luncheon – Trinity Lutheran Church will host a soup luncheon from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. Featured will be homemade soup, bread, bars and beverage. The public is welcom.
IHS 1957 – The Ishpeming High School Class of 1957 meets at 11 a.m. the second Wednesday of the month at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Ishpeming, for soup lunch.
International Education Week – Northern Michigan University will mark International Education Week with a series of presentations. Weronika Kusek of the earth, environmental and geographical sciences department will discuss the migration of nearly 600,000 Poles to the United Kingdom after Poland joined the European Union in 2004. Her talk at noon in West Science 2902 will explore the public and private experiences of Polish immigrants who live and work in London and the diasporic networks with Poland.
Spirit of Faith – gatherings, celebrating the oneness of all world religions, meet noon to 1 p.m. second Wednesdays in the Shiras Room of the Peter White Public Library, Marquette. Sharing of readings, songs and meditations encouraged. For details, call 249-3532 or 226-3252.
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.
College planning – Thrivent Financial is hosting free educational workshops to help parents of high school students with their college planning at 12:30 p.m. at Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum; and at 6 p.m. at Community Room at the Ore Dock Brewing Co. To register for this free workshop, call Andrew Rickauer at 225-8001, email Andrew.rickauer@thrivent.com or respond online at Thrivent.com/findaworkshop. Space is limited so sign up early to secure a place.
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.
Class of 1965 – The Negaunee and St. Paul High School Classes of 1965 will hold their next 50th Year Class Reunion Planning meeting at 2:30 p.m. at the Negaunee
The calendar
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.
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.
12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.
Clinic Services – available today 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.
Party with a Purpose – is planned from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Upper Peninsula Medical Center. A potion of the proceeds will be donated to a fund to benefit the under insured and uninsured. Participating in the event will be dealers/vendors from The Pampered Chef, Dove Chocolate Discoveries, MIche Bag, Tastefully Simple, Park Lane Jewelry, Stampin’ Up! and Norwex.
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 a.m- 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.
TOPS – Group 0633 meets at 11:30 a.m. in the Lions Room at the Gwinn Clubhouse. Call 346-6485.
LSS adoption – Lutheran Social Services is currently in urgent need of adoptive families for its domestic infant and international adoption programs. An orientation meeting is set for noon at the LSS Adoption office, 1029 N. Third St., Marquette. Pre-registration is requested: Call 226-2160 ext. 14.
Belles – The Ishpeming/Negaunee Belles meet at the Jasper Ridge Brewery in Ishpeming at noon.
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.
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.
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 – Yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 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.
Artist receptionP – for the City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center’s November SmallWorks exhibition: Disconnected, Reconnected by Carol Phillips is from 6-7 p.m. The public is invited.
Overeaters Anonymous – “How It Works” meeting is 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Marquette.
Overeaters Anonymous – Step and Tradition meeting, 6 p.m., Bethany. Lutheran Church,715 Mather, Ishpeming. Call 361-4947.
Alcoholics Anonymous – Second Chance meeting is 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Marquette Courthouse Annex, Room 41. Handicapped accessible.
Diabetes – The next event in the Your Health public lecture series at Northern Michigan University will focus on “Diabetes and Your Health.” Julia Busik from MIchigan State University’s College of Human Medicine will give the free presentation at 7 p.m. in room 2904 of the West Science building.
All Strings Considered – The City of Marquette Arts and Culture Center presents the band All Strings Considered at 7 p.m. The public is invited to attend this free concert held in the Community Room of the Peter White Public Library at 217 N. Front St. in Marquette.
Genealogy – The Central Upper Peninsula and Northern Michigan University Archives will host an event focused on genealogy and genealogical research from 7-9 p.m. in room 126 of the Learning Resources Center. Admission is free and refreshments will be provided.
Schizophrenics Anonymous – A self-help peer support group, meets from 7-8 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Marquette. SA is a six-step recovery-oriented program for persons with schizophrenia or a related disorder (schizoaffective disorder, severe bipolar disorder, psychotic depression, or psychosis). For more information call 236-2918.
The calendar
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 “mailto:rprusi@miningjournal.net”>rprusi@miningjournal.net, putting calendar in the subject line.
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.
WIC Clinic – will be held from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Marquette County Health Department
Chair yoga – Chair yoga is offered at the Gwinn Clubhouse at 9 a.m. $2 donation goes to library fund. Call 346-2117 for more information.
2’s & 3’s Storytime: Happy Days -10:30-11 a.m. Peter White Public Library. Join in for stories, fingerplays and songs. Ages 2 and 3. For more information call 226-4320 or at www. pwpl.info.
Fall Bazaar – The Wesley United Methodist Women will be having a Fall Bazaar from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wesley United Methodist Church in Ishpeming.
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.
IHS 1961 – meets at noon first Wednesdays, Jasper Ridge Brewery, Ishpeming.
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.
Caregivers and Friends – support group meets 1:30 p.m. first Wednesdays at the Ishpeming Senior Center. Call Sharon Lusic at 485-5527.
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.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting – 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m.. Peter White Public Library Community Room. All students in Grades 8 to 12 are invited to discuss books and movies, plan teen library events, and meet new people. For more information call 226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info or the Peter White Public Library Teen Advisory Board Facebook page.
First Nations Food Taster – Northern Michigan University’s Native American Student Association will host its 14th annual First Nations Food Taster from 5-7 p.m. at the NMU Jacobetti Complex. Tickets purchased at the door cost $7 for students with ID/elders/children ages 5-10 and $15 for the public.
Overeaters Anonymous – traditional meeting is 5:15 p.m. at the Women’s Center, 1310 S. Front St., Marquette.
Community meal Messiah Lutheran Church in Marquette will host its monthly community meal at 5:30 p.m. The menu will be turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetable, and dessert. All are welcome.
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.
Yoga – At the Cave, 301 Avenue A, K.I. Sawyer, at 5:30 p.m. Call 346-2117 for more information.
Tai Chi – Tai Chi is offered from 5:30-7 p.m. and from 7-8:30 p.m. in downtown Marquette. Call 235-3502.
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.
Exchange Club – Marquette County Exchange Club meets 6:30 p.m. first Wednesdays at the Holiday Inn, Marquette. New members welcome. For more information call 225-0951.
Trout unlimited The Fred Waara Chapter of Trout Unlimited will host a “Fishing After Hours” program at 6:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Landmark Inn. The speaker will be Dr. Casey Huckins, biology professor at Michigan Technological University, and aquatic ecologist. The public is welcome.
Quilters – The Marquette County Quilters’ Association will be holding its next monthly meeting 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room of the Peter White Public Library, Marquette.
Shakespeare Readers – will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library’s Shiras Room for a reading of “Henry VI” by William Shakespeare. For more information call 226-4318 or visit www.pwpl.info.
Documentary – Northern Vegans present a free showing of the documentary “Speciesism” at the historic Vista Theater at 218 Iron St. in downtown Negaunee at 7 p.m. For more information call 906-236-1279, visit Northern Vegans on Facebook, or go to www.northernvegans.com.
History program – The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Native American Trail Marker Trees at 7 p.m. There is a $5 suggested donation for this event. Visit www.marquettehistory.org or call 906-226-3571 for more info.
The Fall Big Event – sponsored by the NMU French Club, will take place at 7 p.m. in the Charcoal Room, University Center, Northern Michigan University. For further information, contact Dr. Nell Kupper at nkupper@nmu.edu or 227-2648.
French program – at Northern Michigan University will present a classic silent film screening with live grand piano accompaniment by Robert Buchkoe. The 1928 film “The Passion of Joan of Arc” will be shown at 7 p.m. in the University Center’s Charcoal Room. Admission is by $3 donation, with more appreciated, as all proceeds will support a Peace Corps project initiated by NMU alumna Monica Lambert in Andasibe, Madagascar.
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.
French enthusiasts – The French enthusiast group, La Table Francaise, will meet from 8-9 p.m. Wednesdays during the fall semester at Northern Michigan University. Students and community members are invited to participate. The meetings will be held in room 326 of Olson Library in the Learning Resources Center.
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.
12-Step Recovery Groups – offered daily at the Alano Club, 1202 S. Front St., Marquette.
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