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Free Peanut Butter, Jelly & Bread: On Saturday, June 25 at 9 AM, we’ll hold our first free offering of a jar of peanut butter, a jar of jelly and a loaf of bread to anyone who wishes at First United Methodist Church, 601-10 Ave. While supplies last.

FREE CLOTHES: On Saturday, June 25 from 9 AM to noon, we’ll hold our first free clothing event in our church parking lot at Menominee First United Methodist Church, 601-10th Ave. Men’s, women’s and children’s items will be placed on tables for anyone from the local area to take, while supplies last.

Sunday June 26, 2022 ART FOR ALL Juried Art show and sale at the Menominee Great Lakes Marina Park 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Lots of artists from the Midwest and our local community. Entertainment, food and more! Free admission. Contact committee member at aartforallinc@gmail.com or check us out on Facebook. website www.artforallinc.com

June 26 COMMUNITY COVENANT CHURCH: will be hosting a concert with VOICES OF PEACE on June 26, 2022 @ 10 A.M. @ 1123 13th St., Menominee, MI. For more info on this musical group visit their website @ VOICES OF PEACE. A freewill offering will be accepted. Free and open to the public.

Maker Monday: Plumbing @ Stephenson Public Library Monday, June 27, 2022 2 PM Jason Malke, our favorite plumber, returns to our summer program for Maker Monday! Come find out what kind of plumbing related adventure we will be having this year. Program is for ages 5 years to 18 (under 12 years with adult caregiver). Check out our interactive calendar available on our website Events Calendar page: www.marinettecountylibraries.org or call the library at 715-732-7570/ All programs are free of charge.

June 27, July 12, July 26

LEGO Club @ Stephenson Public Library 2 PM We provide the LEGOs, you provide the creativity. What will you build? This program is for ages 8 years to 18 (under 12 years with adult caregiver). June 27, 2022: Octopus Garden July 12, 2022: Discover the Depths July 26, 2022: Free Style Check out our interactive calendar available on our website Events Calendar page: www.marinettecountylibraries.org or call the library at 715-732-7570/ All programs are free of charge.

Aurora Medical Center – Bay Area Cancer Survivor Walk: Tuesday, June 28 from 6:30pm-8:30pm Starting outside the Cancer Center (3003 University Dr, Marinette, WI 54143) and looping around the Mary Hofer Walking Trail Join the Aurora Medical Center – Bay Area Shared Governance Team and staff honor cancer survivors with a special luminary walk around our Mary Hofer Walking Trail. If you would like to decorate a luminary in honor of or in memory of a loved one, purchase a luminary 1 for $10 or 12 for $100. Luminary bags can be picked up to personalize and decorate from the Gift Shop, through June 27th by showing them your emailed donation receipt.

Local author, Ann Dallman, will read from her latest book, “Cady and the Birchbark Box,” and sign books on Wednesday, June 29 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Peshtigo Library. This book is the second in the Cady Whirlwind Thunder series. Her first book, “Cady and the Bear Necklace,” won numerous awards including the Midwest Book Award and Michigan Historical Society Book Award. The public is invited to attend.

ADULT BOOK CLUB: Join the Stephenson Public Library in Marinette for Wednesday Afternoon Book Club on Wednesday, June 29, from 1-2pm. We’ll be discussing The Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley, an enrolled member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and Michigan author. New members and visitors are always welcome. Join us for good books and great conversation. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library. For more information, call the library at 715-732-7570.

T.O.A.D. @ the Stephenson Public Library: Wednesday, June 29, 2022; 2 PM Anne Bartels shares information and hands-on experiences with attendees as we learn about Aquatic Creepy Critters! This program will be held outside if the weather cooperates and inside if it doesn’t. All ages may attend. Check out our interactive calendar available on our website Events Calendar page: www.marinettecountylibraries.org or call the library at 715-732-7570/ All programs are free of charge.

Erehwon @ Stephenson Public Library Thursday, June 30 and July 28, 2022; 2 PM

Ages 12-18 are invited to Erehwon June 30: sip and paint, scavenger hunt, make a jellyfish light, and snacks July 28: Kawaii squishies, sand art, a break-in challenge, and snacks Check out our interactive calendar available on our website Events Calendar page:www.marinettecountylibraries.org or call the library at 715-732-7570/ All programs are free of charge.

The American Legion Post #39 will hold its Brat Fry: on Thursday, June 30th and Friday, July 1st at Jack’s Fresh Market on Cleveland Avenue in Marinette.

Menominee American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Unit 146 announces Poppy Days at Jack’s Fresh Market, Menominee, and to Even-It-Up at the cash register. The American Legion Family uses this symbolic flower, which is made by hospitalized and disabled veterans as a form of rehabilitation to honor, and support Veterans, military, and their families in need. In addition, area veterans have access to the following: DAV (Disabled American Veterans) for transportation, D. J. Jacobetti Veterans Home, Marquette, MI, Oscar G. Johnson Medical Center, Iron Mountain, MI, U. P. Honor Flight Program, and Wilwin Veterans Rehabilitation Center, Cygnet Cove in Lower Michigan. Thank you for supporting the ALA Poppy Program to honor the fallen, and support the living veterans.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT: Join the Menominee Recreation Department on Saturday, July 2nd for a Free Movie at the Bandshell showing of Luca. The Movie will begin at approximately 8:30 pm, but join us ahead of time Starting at 8 pm for refreshments, generously provided by American Legion Post 146. Please bring blankets, and/or lawn chairs and wear appropriate attire for the movie. Please call the Menominee Recreation Department at (906) 863-1737 for more information.

Sunny ‘N Heat: Franks logging Inc. Peshtigo Feed Mill

Memory Matters – The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) has partnered with Marinette County Libraries to offer FREE and confidential memory screenings. A memory screen is a wellness tool that helps identify possible changes in memory or cognition. This is not a diagnostic tool. Upcoming Memory Matters events are being held July 7th from 4pm to 6pm at the Goodman Library, and July 11th from 12:30pm-3:30pm at the Niagara Library. For more information or to sign up for a screening contact the ADRC at 715-732-3850 or toll free at 888-442-3267

SHIPWRECKS OF THE GREAT LAKES: Get an in-depth look at how anthropologist Sarah Smith uses artifacts, documents, and photographs to study the Alvin Clark, or “Mystery Ship,” at Stephenson Public Library in Marinette on Wednesday, July 13, at 5pm. The Alvin Clark was a schooner that sank during a storm in Green Bay in 1864 that was salvaged in 1969. For more information visit marinettecountylibraries.org or call the library at 715-732-7570.

Weekly camps from 8:00a.m. – 2:00p.m. NWTC Marinette Campus (1601 University Drive). Manufacturing summer camps are back this year with additional options available. Automotive Maintenance Camp, July 6th & 7th from 8:00a.m.-2:00p.m., Welding Camp, July 18th – 22nd, from 8:00a.m.-2:00p.m., and Electro-Mechanical Technology & CNC/Machining Camps, July 25th – 29th, from 8:00a.m.-2:00p.m. Hands-on activities and instruction provided from NWTC faculty. Local Industry tours provided for the weeklong camps with breakfast and lunch provided for all camps. Camp sponsors include Nuts, Bolts & Thingamajigs Foundation, Winsert… The week-long camps are $99 per student and the 2-day Automotive Camp is $39. The recommended age group for participation is from 12 -15 years old. Registration is required. Please call 715-735-9361 for summer camp questions and/or registration.

MARV MAYER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP GOLF OUTING: Sponsored by the Menominee Kiwanis Club, this event will be held July 14 at Riverside Golf Club. It will be a four-person 18 hole scramble, named to honor Marv Mayer, former Menominee educator and a charter member of Menominee Kiwanis. Proceeds to provide scholarships for Menominee High School seniors. Entry fee includes green fees, cart and dinner. The field will be limited to 18 Teams. Featured will be prize money for the first two places in both gross and net divisions, plus on course hole contests, including $5,000 and $10,000 hole-in-one contests, plus 50/50 and additional raffles and prizes. For more information people may call John at 906-290-2142 or contact any Kiwanis member.

FLY FISHING Local angler Dale Lange: will visit Stephenson Public Library in Marinette on Wednesday, July 20, at 5pm to share his knowledge of fly-fishing and local fish. For more information visit marinettecountylibraries.org or call the library at 715-732-7570.

Song Summit: Peshtigo National Bank LaFaro’s Fresh Market

DIVER DOWN: Local diver Troy Olsen will visit Stephenson Public Library in Marinette on Wednesday, July 27, at 5pm to share his experiences in the local diving community. For more information visit marinettecountylibraries.org or call the library at 715-732-7570.

ADULT BOOK CLUB: Join the Stephenson Public Library in Marinette for Wednesday Afternoon Book Club on Wednesday, July 27, from 1-2pm. We’ll be discussing The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James. New members and visitors are always welcome. Join us for good books and great conversation. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the library. For more information, call the library at 715-732-7570.

BROWN TROUT DERBY: Held at the Menominee Memorial Marina. This fishing contest is for cash and prizes, along with raffles for other prizes. The American Legion Post 146 will provide food and refreshments. For more information, people may call Tom at 715-923-5615, or Jerry at 715-923-4254.

July 30, 2022 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Rain or Shine) Northern Lights Master Gardeners Association Garden Walk: The Garden Walk will focus on six exceptional and unique gardens in the Lake Noquebay, Lake Mary, and Wallace areas, as well as Harmony Arboretum/Demonstration Gardens in Grover. Advance tickets will be available on/after June 1st, at the following locations: Jack’s Fresh Market (Roosevelt Rd.) and Menominee; and Pelkin’s Smokey Meat Market (Crivitz). Tickets are $10 (children 12 and under are free). Any questions, contact: northernlightsgardenwalk@gmail.com

MENEKAUNEE OLD TIMERS PICNIC. The 43rd picnic will be held at noon at Red Arrow Park, Marinette, for anyone 50 years and older with ties to Menekaunee. Those attending should bring lawn chairs and beverages. Cost is $10 if paid by 7/25 or $15 if paid later. Checks should be made payable and sent to Menekaunee Old Timers, 160 W Bay Shore St., Marinette, WI 54143. People may call Sharon at 715-735-5577 for more information.

Music Jar: Stephenson National Bank & Trust BPM A Specialty Paper Mill

Don’t forget about our 50th auto and cycle show. August 13, 2022 is the Marinette and Menominee Auto Clubs 50th auto and cycle show. 8 AM to 10:30 AM registration $10 per show vehicle, Dash Plaques to the first 150 registered vehicles, free to the public. Show viewing to public is 10AM to 2:30 PM Trophies will be awarded around 2:30 PM. Food and our Anniversary cake will be available at the American Legion Post next door to the show. The show is held at the historic Menominee Marina Park in the bandshell area 701 1St Street. For more information contact 715-582-0347 or email wdchartrand@gmail.com

Rocker, Rocker, Rocker! Lafortune Auto Body, Inc. Kountry Rhode RV & Auto Center

Menominee Historic Downtown Farmers’ Market, Every Summer Saturday 9a – 12 noon (through Sept. 24th, 2022). Local, farm fresh foods, apparel, information and more. 940 1st St (enter Parking Lot from Doyle Drive) Menominee MI 49858

Tired of eating alone? Trying to stretch the food budget? Let The Salvation Army help. Join us at 80 W. Russell in Menekaunee for an indoor community dinner every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evening at 4:30 – 5:15 pm. We are also looking for volunteers to assist with meal preparation, serving and clean-up. Interested persons can contact: Ruth Fay at (906) 767-1358

Holy Family Parish Picnic: Join us for a Polka Mass at 10:00 that includes a back to school backpack blessing. Picnic grounds open at 11:00 for food, bouncy houses, games, raffles and much more! Great way to spend a few hours with your family and friends. For questions, contact the parish office at 715-735-9100.

SUMMER STORY TIME Tuesday Mornings at 11 AM: Join us for songs, movement, stories, and more! This Stephenson Public Library program is for children ages 3 and up with their adult caregiver, siblings welcome. Story time will be held outside in front of the WI Welcome Center next to the library when the weather cooperates. Otherwise, look for us inside! June 21: Magic and MOOre! (hint: what says, “Moo?”) June 28: Ponds July 5: Camping July 12: Sharks July 19: Bubbles July 26: Surprise! Check out our interactive calendar available on our website Events Calendar page: www.marinettecountylibraries.org or call the library at 715-732-7570/ All programs are free of charge.

OCEANS OF POSSIBILITIES 2022 SUMMER: Reading and PROGRAMS Readers of all ages will dive into the depths this summer as Marinette County Public Libraries present “Oceans of Possibilities” during our summer library programs. Activities include story times, LEGO Clubs, board games, crafts, coding, special presentations, art, and more! An interactive calendar is available on our website Events Calendar page. Our Summer Reading Challenge is open to all ages, birth to adult. Children and teens earn prizes as they read. Adults earn drawing tickets for end of summer prize baskets. Be sure to check out all the details at your local library branch or on our Summer Reading page of our website: marinettecountylibraries.org. You can also reach the Marinette branch at 715-732-7570. All programs are free of charge.

Ongoing Through Labor Day

The Menominee Heritage Museum is Open for Business! The Menominee Heritage Museum is located at 904 11th Avenue, Menominee, Michigan. It will be open from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2022. There is a lot to see! If you have checked it out before, you need to come back! If you have never been there, don’t miss out! The hours of the museum are 12-4 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays! Come and see us. You will not be disappointed!! Check out the changes. New carpeting installed, new displays to be seen. Have you ever seen an iron lung? Ever heard of the Orphan Train? We look forward to seeing you soon!

MARINETTE COUNTY LOGGING MUSEUM 2022 Season Open June 1st-September 2nd, Mon.-Wed.-Thurs.-Fri: 11am-3pm. Admission this year-goodwill offering Large or small groups welcome Contact us: Phone 715-732-0831, Facebook: Marinette County Historical Museum

Walks to Remember – Walks to Remember is a FREE dementia friendly walking club for Marinette County seniors. Walking club is a great way to meet others in the community while staying active and promoting brain health. Join us every Thursday from 10am to 11am at the Community REC Center walking track at 2501 Pierce Ave, Marinette. Free pedometers provided to walking club members. For more information please call the ADRC at 715-732-3850 or toll free at 888-442-3267

RIVER CITIES CONCERT ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP. Memberships for the 2021-2022 Concert Series are available for purchase. Five concerts will perform, which is $37,000 worth of entertainment. People may purchase tickets online at rcconcerts.com or at Heritage Hearing Care Menominee Michigan, Mattison Insurance Marinette and Peshtigo Pharmacy. For more information, people may call Barb at 906-863-7387.

RETURN TO WORK. The UW-Green Bay, Marinette Campus Division of Continuing Education & Community Engagement is offering a self-paced session on how to return to work during the COVID-19 pandemic. This online-only course can provide guidance to employees about actions they can take to keep themselves, their coworkers, their families and their community safe as businesses reopen and workers return to work. “Return to Work” also provides employees with insight into new or modified policies and procedures that business owners may implement to maintain a safer work environment and protect employee’s health during the COVID-19 outbreak. The estimated course length is 1 hour. Employees will take an online assessment to assure comprehension. The training can be completed in approximately 30 minutes. For more information and to register, people may visit www.uwgb.edu/continuing-professional-education/career-business-training/ready-to-work/. The cost of this training is $15 per individual. Employers may contact the division for group pricing.

MENTAL HEALTH DURING A CRISIS. The UW-Green Bay, Marinette Campus Division of Continuing Education & Community Engagement is offering self-paced sessions on how to take care of ones mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. This course was specifically developed to proactively address emotional upheaval and expand ones understanding of psychological well-being. Specifically, the course helps identify and help process reactions to crisis by learning healthy ways to cope when circumstances feel beyond ones control. The course will be taught my Angela Wessels, an alum of UW-Green Bay and has a bachelor’s degree in psychology with minors in human biology and human development. For more information and to register, people may visit www.uwgb.edu/continuing-professional-education/career-business-training/learning-opportunities/. The cost of this course is $25.

1,000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN (ages birth to 6). People may talk to Lara Lakari at the Stephenson Public Library to register for this read-at-home program. For all the reasons reading to a child benefits brain development, people may use this program to establish the reading habit by tracking the books one and one’s child read together. For every 100 books one reads, a child earns a sticker to put on the bulletin boards at the library. At the end, one’s child earns a certificate of completion and a book to keep.

MARINETTE SENIOR CENTER OFFERINGS/INFORMATION. Individuals 50 or older qualify to become a member of the Marinette Senior Center. Yearly membership is $10 per person. The center offers a variety of activities, exercise opportunities, crafts, and monthly newsletter. For more information or to rent the Marinette Senior Center for an event, people may call 715-732-1280 or email seniorcenter@marinette.wi.us.