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Neil Simon comedy a good vehicle for two seasoned actors
January 23, 2012 When it comes to misnomers, a biggie would have to be attaching the label of “Sunshine Boys” to the two cantankerous characters in Thunder Bay Theatre’s newest production. more »»
Ready, Se, Create! program gets two grants
January 20, 2012 Two grants totalling $22,500 are ensuring that a successful pilot arts program for kids will continue this year in Alpena. more »»
New exhibits open at Besser Museum
January 20, 2012 In conjunction with an upcoming local Women’s History Project, Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan has pulled together a new exhibit that celebrates the accomplishments of wome. more »»
Family History Center under new leadership
January 19, 2012 The Alpena Family History Center announces both a new director and new hours of operation. more »»
"The Sunshine Boys" opens this week at TBT
January 18, 2012 Thunder Bay Theatre’s first show of 2012 opens Thursday and stars two of Alpena’s favorite actors – David Usher and Pat Jacques. more »»
Thunder Bay Theatre announces 2012 season
January 16, 2012 Thunder Bay Theatre is primed to present its 2012 line-up of shows. TBT Artistic Director J.R. Rodriguez is calling it the “season of blockbusters,” and for good reason. more »»
ACT show transports patrons to Appalachia of old
January 16, 2012 From the forested mountain setting to the soulful opening strains of “Amazing Grace,” Alpena Civic Theatre’s “Foxfire” is enticing audiences to relive a slice of Americana. more »»
New show opening at Rogers City Community Theatre
January 16, 2012 Christmas Belles Ring on Rogers City Stage January 20-22 and 27-29 The first production of the Rogers City Community Theatre’s 2012 season opens this Friday at the Rogers City Theater, 257 N. Thir. more »»
Former Grand Lake Community Chapel pastor writes book about Bible
January 14, 2012 ESCANABA - Swedish native Bo Lange, a former pastor at Grand Lake Community Chapel and now a resident of Escanaba, has recently released a book on Christian faith. more »»
Presentation looks at new MLK monument
January 13, 2012 As the nation pauses Jan. 16 to celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., a civic-minded group in Alpena has once again planned related activities to foster an appreciation of diversity. more »»
Club's latest carving going to Posen as high school's mascot
January 11, 2012 This year’s major carving project tackled by the Thunder Bay Woodcarvers started out unceremoniously enough. more »»
1,000 books and still counting
January 9, 2012 This year’s Alpena News partner school for the upcoming Newspapers in Education Book Sale has wholeheartedly embraced the challenge to collect books for the perennially popular event. more »»
ACT's 'Foxfire' gives glimpse into lifein Appalachia
January 6, 2012 Considered a character-driven slice of a fast-disappearing American way of life, Alpena Civic Theatre’s “Foxfire” is set to open next week. more »»
Tattoo artist
December 31, 2011 Josh Woods (Woodkowski) had a dream from the time he was a teenager growing up in Alpena to someday make his mark in the art world in a way that would stand out and be noticed. more »»
Alpena attorney publishes two books
December 30, 2011 As a published author, David S. Elder of Alpena possesses a certain amount of stick-to-itiveness. Last year he self-published his first book, “Tashtego. more »»
Optimist Club of Rogers City honors two
December 29, 2011 The Optimist Club of Rogers City recently honored two local students as Students of the Month for December. They included Mary Brege and Christopher Wilk. more »»
Besser Museum offers kids Space Science Saturdays
December 28, 2011 Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan offers Space Science Saturdays starting Jan. 14 through Feb. 25. The seven consecutive sessions will be held from 12:30-2 p.m. for children 9-11 years of age. more »»
Heart & Soul
December 24, 2011 No one cares how much they complain about their aches and pains. Or whether they can make it on a regular basis. Or if they have any physical limitations that keep them from fully participating. more »»
30 years of window dressing for Christmas
December 16, 2011 It’s impossible to drive by McDonald Auto Supply on Washington Avenue during the Christmas season and not notice the brightly lit windows. more »»
Picture Perfect Letters
December 10, 2011 It’s not unusual to see beauty or art in the architectural details of buildings or in scenes of nature. more »» |
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