hilpa meeting--
Huron Island Lighthouse Preservation Association will meet on Thursday, March 11, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. at the L’Anse High School library. Everyone is welcome.
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pool league banquet--
There will be a meeting to discuss the pool banquet on Sunday, March 14, 2010, at 6 p.m. at the Canteen. All team captains please attend.
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oes meeting--
OES Order of Eastern Star will meet on Monday, March 15, 2010, at 7 p.m.
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cancer support group--
Breast cancer support group will meet at Baraga County Memorial Hospital at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2010, on “Beginning to Care for Ourselves Again”.
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SUTINEN-KINNUNEN VFW--
The Sutinen-Kinnunen VFW Post 7646 of Alston Ladies’ Auxiliary will hold their regular meeting on Thursday, March 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the post home. Coffee hour will follow, members urged to attend.
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alston lenten service--
Alston Apostolic Lutheran Church will hold a Lenten service on Thursday, Mar. 11, at 7 p.m. at the Alston church with Pastor Jesse Aho . Refreshments will follow.
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distinguished alumnus--
The L’Anse Area Schools will be accepting nominations for the Distinguished Alumnus Award now until March 15, 2010. Application and criteria may be obtained from the Superintendent’s office or the school website at www.lanseschools.org
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women’s hockey--
Tuesday Night Drop-In hockey for girls and women will be at the Baraga Rink from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. We welcome more players.
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historical society--
The Herman Historical Society will meet on Saturday, Mar. 13, 2010, at 1 p.m. at Paul Lahti’s residence.
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can donations--
White Oak Apartments in L’Anse is conducting a can-a-thon for St. Vincent de Paul until Mar. 15. Donated can goods may be dropped off at the White Oak Apt. office drop box. For more information contact Judy Hulkonen at 524-7623.
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l’anse library--
The L’Anse Area School/Public Library has Michigan income tax forms along with Federal forms available.
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L’Anse Open skating--
Wednesdays 5:30 - 7 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays 6-9 p.m.; Sundays 6-8:30 p.m.
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BARAGA OPEN SKATING--
Wednesdays 6-7:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays 6-9 p.m.; Sundays 6-8 p.m.
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covington museum--
The Covington Museum hours are by request. Contact names and numbers are posted on the door.
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triad meetings--
Baraga County TRIAD is seeking new members. Men and women 50 years of age and older are eligible. Seniors and law enforcement work together to eliminate crime. Meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m. at the Baragaland Senior Center in L’Anse. Call Pam 524-6711.
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caregiver support--
The Caregiver Support Group will meet at the Baragaland Senior Citizens Center in L’Anse on Wednesday, Mar. 24, 2010, at 4 p.m. For more information call Pam Anderson at 524-6711.
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native caregiver--
The Native American Caregiver Support Group meets monthly at the Best Western Motel in Baraga. Call Philomena at 353-6096 for date and time.
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support group--
There will be a Parent Support Group meeting at the Wellness Center in L’Anse on every third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. Corner of Meador and Main Streets. Focus: parenting and teenage youth.
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KBIC head start--
KBIC Head Start and Early Head Start are accepting applications for the 2009-10 school year for children ages 0-5. Applications can be picked up at the tribal center, tribal clinic entry hall, or call Barb at 524-6626.
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ojibwe language--
Revitalization program teachings will be on Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the annex building in Zeba. For more information call Gary at 353-4178.
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ojibwe language--
Ojibwe language table will be held on Wednesday nights from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Ojibwa Casino Resort conference room. For more information call Gary at 353-4178.

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OJIBWA LIBRARY--
The Ojibwa Community Library has new hours: Monday-Thursdays are 11-8; Fridays closed; and Saturday from 10-3. Call the library at 353-8163.
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PRESCHOOL/CHILDCARE--
BHK Child Development Board has preschool and childcare openings in Baraga County. 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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L’ANSE TOWNSHIP--
L’Anse Township planning commission meets on the fourth Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. at the L’Anse Township Hall.
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ARVON PLANNING--
The Arvon Township planning commission will hold its March meeting on Monday, March 15, 2010, at 6:30 p.m. instead of the scheduled third Wednesday of the month at the Arvon Township Hall. The Mar. 15 meeting will address the topic: Business. Public attendance and input is encouraged to help shape the future of the community. Contact Harold at 524-5700 or Linnea at 524-2542 for more information.
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PLANNING COMMISSION--
The public is invited to attend the Planning Commission meetings the first Thursday of each month at 6 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 the village office at 524-6116.
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AA- ALANON-NA- MEETINGS--
Mondays: noon, AA at United Lutheran Church in L’Anse; 7 p.m. AA at Zion Lutheran Church in Skanee. Tuesdays: 7:30 p.m. AA at United Lutheran Church, L’Anse. Wednesday: noon, AA at First Methodist Church, L’Anse; 7:30 p.m. NA at United Lutheran Church, L’Anse. Thursday: 11 a.m. AA at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Baraga. Friday: 6:30 p.m. AA at BCMH conference room; 7 p.m. Alanon at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Baraga. Saturday: 6:30 p.m. NA at BCMH conference room.
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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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WIC AVAILABLE--
WIC services are available at KBIC 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. Enrollment is by appointment at 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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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 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. 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. _______________________________
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, make arrangements to drop things off with the manager at 524-7001.
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PREGNANCY SERVICES--
Life Outreach Center, 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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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 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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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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