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Courtesy Images Here are just two of the 10 historic photos aspiring fiction writers can choose to write about in the library’s story contest.

Alcona library adds Halloween programs

The Alcona County Library has added Halloween programs for children and teens in October.

Starting Wednesday through Oct. 30, youth ages 12 to 18 can participate in the Teen Grab N Go Craft. They can pick up a Nightmare Catcher craft, a Halloween game, and a candy bar at the Alcona County Library in Harrisville. Supply is limited. Call 989-724-6796 for more information.

Then on Friday, Oct. 30, join in for a Halloween-themed storytime and craft for children at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Social distancing will be practiced and seating is limited.

Cleaning for a Reason free to cancer patients

Your Girl Friday! has been donating cleaning services to local cancer patients for the past two years through their partnership with nonprofit Cleaning for a Reason. Owner and operator Tara Stone and her son Andrew Stone, professional cleaning technician, understand the importance of a clean environment when undergoing illness and are committed to making a difference for cancer patients and their families.

“Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, we have taken extreme action and have received multiple certifications toward awareness and prevention protocols that are aligned with the CDC recommendations,” Andrew Stone said. “Your Girl Friday! is highly trained on the proper cleaning process for applying each cleaning product, using top-of-the-line hospital grade disinfecting products. Our Electrostatic application not only disinfects surfaces, but also adheres in places that regular cleaning products cannot reach to prevent cross contamination.”

“But most importantly, we have adopted strict policies, safety measures, and continuing education to provide disinfecting and sanitary needs for all cancer patients and their environment so that patients can continue fighting the fight, virus free,” said Tara Stone. “I can relate to how important this is, as my mom was a cancer survivor before passing away this past June of another ailment, and my dad passed away in 2017, losing his battle to leukemia. We are honored to give patients a clean, healthy home environment so they can concentrate on their cancer battle and their family.”

Since partnering with Cleaning for a Reason, Your Girl Friday! has supported three cancer patients with donated cleanings valued at $535. Owner Tara Stone is committed to raising awareness and easing the burden of cleaning for more cancer patients in the area. Through the Cleaning for a Reason partnership, Your Girl Friday! will assist cancer patients by cleaning two homes per month for two consecutive months free of charge. This is an ongoing service to cancer patients residing in Alcona, Alpena, and Presque Isle counties. Information for free house cleanings is available at the MidMichigan Cancer Treatment Center in Alpena.

To learn more about Cleaning for a Reason and to apply for free house cleaning, see cleaningforareason.org.

‘Man UP’ conference Saturday in Ossineke

The ROCK Men’s Ministry group invites all men and young men (6th grade and up) to the “Man UP” Men’s Fall Conference from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Lane Barn, 12837 Behning Road, Ossineke. Join a great group of men for a day filled with worship, learning, fellowship, and fun.

The cost for this event is $35 per attendee. This includes both a lunch and a “hobo dinner” cooked onsite. Register today by texting “MANUP” to 989-282-3456. All veterans and active duty personnel are proudly welcomed to this event. Wearing masks is encouraged distancing will be practiced.

This event is hosted by The ROCK (Representatives of Christ’s Kingdom) Men’s Ministry. For more information, contact New Life Christian Fellowship church office at 989-354-0095.

Nature preserve ribbon cutting Oct. 27

Huron Pines is hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 27, to celebrate the official grand opening of the Huron Pines Emily Min Hunt Nature Preserve.

The event will include brief remarks from Huron Pines Executive Director Brad Jensen, followed by the ribbon cutting and an optional guided hike.

Located across from Long Lake in Presque Isle County, the preserve was donated to Huron Pines by the Thunder Bay Audubon Society in the spring of 2019. This summer, Huron Pines was able to install a new preserve sign and complete a new parking area that will make it safer for visitors to explore the 428 acres of protected land that make up the preserve. This is just the beginning. Huron Pines will continue to fundraise for the preserve to support continued stewardship of the land, trail building and maintenance, and ongoing habitat monitoring.

Historic photo challenge underway

The Alpena County Library’s Public Programming and Special Collections Departments invite the public to create and write a story using a historic photo from the library’s collection. Those interested in participating can write a story for one photo, a few photos, or stories for all 10 photos.

The deadline for submission is noon on Nov. 13​. The winning story for each photo will be displayed at Alpena County Library’s Library Walk in front of the Besser Museum ofNortheast Michigan during the months of November and December.

Submissions must be original works with a minimum of 500 words and a maximum of 800 words. Entries must be single-spaced and may be submitted online or by mail. Contest guidelines and photos can be found online at: https://alpenalibrary.org/?q=photochallenge​. For more information, visit the Library’s website or Facebook page.

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