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Wednesday, May 7, 2008
- lBCD tree sale--
Baraga Conservation District’s annual Tree Sale will be on Saturday,
May 10, 2008, at the Meadowbrook Arena in L’Anse from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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county commissioners--
Baraga County Board of Commissioners will meet on Monday, May 12,
2008, at 5 p.m. in the county clerk’s office.
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L’anse senior lock-in--
The L’Anse Senior Lock-in committee will have a final meeting on
Thursday, May 15, at 6:30 p.m. in the elementary gym. Help is needed
to organize gifts and prizes.
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little league--
Baraga County Little League Tee ball final registration and team
placement for ages 5-7 will be on Wednesday, May 7, at 6 p.m. at the
L’Anse Jarvey field. For more information call 395-7676.
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RELAY FOR LIFE--
There will be a weekly meeting for the Relay For Life Team on
Thursdays, at 6 p.m. at the Ojibwa Community College Room 113. For
more information contact Alice Brunk Team Leader 201-2962, or Robin
Chosa Co-Captain 201-1961.
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spring rally--
The spring rally day for women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in
America will be on Saturday, May 17, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in
Baraga. Registration at 9 a.m., program at 9:30 a.m. and will end with
lunch at noon. Registration is $2 and cost for lunch is $3.
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HUMAN RESOURCE--
Baraga County Human Resource Council meeting is Wednesday, May 14,
2008, at noon, at the Baraga Lakeside Inn. Speaker will be Chris Zenti,
UP Homeless Youth Coordinator.
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trap range--
The Ottawa Sportsmen’s Club trap range is now open for the season,
Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. For more information call 353-6383 or
353-7268. The public is welcome.
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historical society--
The Arvon Township Historical Society will meet on Thursday, May 8,
2008, at 7 p.m. at the town hall. All are welcome to attend.
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kbic veterans--
A KBIC Veteran’s meeting is set for Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at Sand
Point at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in joining KBIC Veterans may call
353-8065.
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baraga fire department
The Baraga Fire Department is seeking applicants to fill vacancies on
the department. Contact a current member of refer to
www.baragafiredepartment.org
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DHS board--
The Baraga County Department of Human Services board will meet on May
13, 2008, at 11 a.m. in the Baraga County Department of Human Services
office in Baraga.
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class of 1983--
The Baraga class of 1983 will be meeting to plan a 25 year reunion on
May 14, 2008, at 6 p.m. at the Sidetrack Bar in Baraga.
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alston vfw & Auxiliary--
The Alston VFW Kinnunen Sutinen Post 7646 will meet on Thursday, May
8, 2008, at 7:30 p.m.
The Ladies Auxiliary will also meet on Thursday, May 8, at 7:30 p.m.
at the post home, coffee to follow, members urged to attend.
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MASONS MEET
The L'Anse Masonic Lodge will meet Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at the
Masonic Temple. Social hour at 6:30 p.m. Dinner is at 7:30 p.m.
Meeting to follow.
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veterans officer--
Rick Stewart, Veterans service officer for the American Legion, will
be at the L’Anse Office of Veterans Affairs on Thursdays, May 22, and
May 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 906-630-2646.
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artisans mall--
The Tri-town Artisans Mall located next to the Watton Country Store
will be opening on May 23, 2008. Booths are still available, for
further information call Mary at 355-2573 or Debbie at 485-4993.
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perennial sale--
There will be a perennial, plant and shrub sale at Meadowbrook Arena
in L’Anse on Friday, June 6, from 5-9 p.m. and on Saturday June 7,
from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Watch for further information.
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artist market--
UP Made Artist Market is open Thursday-Sunday, call 355-2727 for more
information. The 2nd annual Art at the Market Art Show will be held on
Sat. June 28th. Entry deadline is June 1, to download an application
go to
www.upmadeartistmarket.com
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CAREGIVER SUPPORT--
The Caregiver Support Group will meet at the Baragaland Senior
Citizens Center in L’Anse on Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at 4 p.m. For
more information call Pam Anderson at 524-6711.
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DONATIONS NEEDED--
Bayshore Veterinary Clinic of L’Anse is collecting donations for
Copper Country Humane Society. Items needed include- dog and cat toys,
treats, food, kitty litter, clean used towels, and blankets. The
clinic also has a collection bin for ink-jet cartridge recycling. All
proceeds benefit CCHS.
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LOCAL POST CARDS--
Area businesses, whole sale Baraga County postcard sets available from
a variety of local photographers at the Baraga County Tourist and
Recreation Association, stop in or call 524-7444.
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L’ANSE LIBRARY--
L’Anse School/Public Library Advisory Board will meet at 10:15 a.m. on
May 12, 2008.
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PRESCHOOL/CHILDCARE--
BHK Child Development Board has preschool and childcare openings in
Baraga County. Low-cost childcare is available for children six weeks
to six years old. Preschool is available for children three to five
with priority placement for four year olds and children with special
needs. Call 524-7300 or 800-236-5657 for more information.
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CHILD CARE--
KBIC Pre-primary Education Program has child care openings available
for children ages 0-5. Call 353-KIDS (5437) for more information.
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KBIC AFTER SCHOOL--
KBIC After School Program has openings for students K-6, structured
activities from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday and 8:30- 5:30 on
Friday. Rate is $2.25 per hour. Call 353-4643 or 353-4644 for more
information.
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ARVON PLANNING--
The Arvon Township planning commission will hold meetings on the third
Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Skanee town hall. Public
attendance and input is encouraged to help shape the future of the
community. Contact Harold at 524-5700 or Bette at 524-6619 for more
information.
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PLANNING COMMISSION--
The public is invited to attend the Planning Commission meetings the
first and third Mondays of each month at 5:30 p.m. in the L’Anse
village office. Those interested in the future direction of the
village are encouraged to attend and take advantage of the public
comment period. For more information contact Susan at 524-7899.
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OJIBWA HOUSING--
Ojibwa Housing Stipend Program is open for applications. This program
assists Ojibwa Housing Authority Housing residents attending college
classes with paying gas mileage or child care expenses. For
information contact Natalie Mleko or Christine LaPointe at 524-5514.
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BOOK SALE--
The Ojibwa Community Library in Baraga is having a used book sale. All
books are fiction, most are hardcover with some paperback novels
available. There is not a closing date. Call 353-8163 for more
information.
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OVEREATERS MEET--
Are you having trouble with food? We found an answer that may help
you. Overeaters Anonymous H.O.W. of L’Anse meets on Tuesday nights at
6:30 p.m in the Sacred Heart Church basement.
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BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT--
The Bereavement Support Group will meet on the third Tuesday of each
month at 1 p.m. at the Baraga County Home Care and Hospice office, 510
Memorial Street. Call 524-4663 for more information.
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OA MEETINGS--
Overeaters Anonymous meets Tuesday mornings at 10:30 a.m. at United
Methodist Church, Main Street, L’Anse.
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KBIC EVEN START--
Parents work toward high school completion or GED and learn ways to
help their children develop early learning and language skills. Free
to Baraga County residents. For information call 353-8161.
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WIC AVAILABLE--
WIC services are available at Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Department
of Health and Human Services. WIC is a nutritional supplemental
program for pregnant and postpartum women and children up to five
years old. To be eligible for this program clients must meet income
guidelines and show a nutritional risk. For more information or to
schedule an appointment call Laura Cladas, WIC Coordinator, at
353-4527. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE--
The Western UP Healthcare Access Program (WUPHAC) is helping eligible
Baraga County resident’s access services volunteered by area
physicians and BCMH. WUPHAC is also providing enrollees with generic
medications for minimal co-pay. Enrollment is by appointment at the
WUPDHD on Baraga Street in L’Anse. Call Toll Free at 877-482-7122
today to see if you are eligible and to make an appointment.
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NATIVE CAREGIVER--
The Native American Caregiver Support Group will meet monthly at the
Best Western Motel in Baraga. For the meeting date or for other group
information call Philomena Ekdahl at 353-6096.
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- GA MEETINGS--
Gamblers Anonymous (GA) is meeting at Holy Cross Lutheran Church,
Baraga on Mondays at 7 p.m. Call 353-6541for more information.
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AA/NA MEETINGS--
L’Anse AA meetings are held Mondays and Wednesday at noon and on
Fridays at 7:30 p.m. in the Sacred Heart Church basement. No Skanee
meetings until May. AA meets on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. and NA meets on
Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. at United Lutheran Church. AA meetings are held
at 11 a.m. on Thursday at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Baraga.
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BARAGA COUNTY FAIR--
The Baraga County Fair Board rents out the meeting room and kitchen
facilities. $50 per day plus $25 deposit which is returned if area is
cleaned properly. Call 334-2851 or the fair building at 353-6542.
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FOSTER A CHILD--
Open your heart and your home to an Indian foster child. The KBIC is
looking for interested people to become foster parents. For more
information contact George or Judy at 906-353-4201.
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SUPERIOR HOME NURSING--
Superior Home Nursing is offering a Blood Pressure, Foot Care Clinic
and now also medication box set-up every Wednesday between 9-11 a.m.
at the health department office. Please call 524-6142 for an
appointment.
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WIC AVAILABLE--
WIC is a cost-effective, governmental health and nutrition program
that has demonstrated a positive effect on pregnancy outcomes, child
growth and development. The program provides a combination of
nutrition education, supplemental foods, breastfeeding promotion and
support and referrals to health care for women, infants and children
up to the age of five. To see if you qualify call Carol Marinich at
524-6142.
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ST. VINCENT DONATIONS--
Donations to the L’Anse St. Vincent De Paul store may be dropped off
only during store hours due to problems with theft. Store hours are
Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If this is a problem,
please make arrangements to drop things off with the manager at
524-7001.
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PREGNANCY SERVICES--
Life Outreach Center, a non-profit agency located at 616 Shelden Ave.,
Suite 207, Houghton, offers free and confidential pregnancy tests,
information on pregnancy and options, post-abortion information and
referrals to resources and agencies. Also, maternity and baby clothes,
if needed. Office hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1:30-5 p.m.
Walk-ins welcome, www.pregserv.org
482-8681
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SMART RECOVERY--
Smart Recovery meets Sundays at 7:30 p.m. at Holy Cross Lutheran,
Baraga, 353-6541.
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FAMILY PLANNING--
Family Planning Services offered at Western UP District Health
Department, L’Anse office located at 303 Baraga Ave. Papsmears, birth
control, STD testing, pregnancy testing and counseling services will
be available. A wide variety of birth control services at a low cost
sliding scale fee are offered. Services are confidential. Call
524-6142 for more information.
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EVEN START--
Even Start helps parents earn a high school diploma or GED while
giving their children a good educational start. For more information
call B-H-K Child Development Center at 524-7300.
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