AHS Class of ’53 meets May 14

ALPENA — The AHS Class of 1953 is meeting again at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 14, at the 19th Hole. Please contact your classmate friends to remind them. If you have questions, call Jeanne at 989-356-0606.

Aid by the Dozen met in April

ALPENA — The April meeting of the Aid by the Dozen was held on Monday, April 29 at the 19th Hole, hosted by Mariette Jore, who served a delicious dessert after dinner.

Catherine Murphy called the meeting to order. It was decided a generous donation be sent to Friends Together.

Cards were sent by Marlene Montie. Receiving secret pal gifts were Leora Jacobs, Kay Ross, Chris Dubey, Lori Zeller, and Nancy Belanger. Maxine Gagnon won the hostess gift.

Carole Kelly will host the next meeting on May 29.

Alpena Symphony Orchestra Spring Gala concert tonight

ALPENA — The Alpena Symphony Orchestra will present its Spring Gala concert at 7:30 p.m. tonight at the Alpena High School Auditorium, 3303 S. 3rd Ave., Alpena.

Admission for this performance is $15 for adults, with no charge for students and children. Admission will be collected at the door. The ASO is a nonprofit organization and all donations are greatly appreciated. If you have questions, please call Andrea Arbuckle at 989-464-9586.

Alcona Historical Society annual meeting Thursday in Black River

BLACK RIVER — Calling all foodies! The Alcona Historical Society annual meeting and last presentation of the Cabin Fever series will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 9 at the Alcona Township Hall on U.S.-23 in Black River.

The program will feature author and historian Dianna Stampfler, professional speaker with 40 years’ experience in radio broadcasting and public speaking. She will present Made in the Mitten: Savoring Michigan’s Rich Foodie and Ag History.

Michigan is the second-most agriculturally-diverse state in the country. From cherries and grapes to blueberries and pumpkins, peaches and apples to asparagus and celery (and many, many more), the Great Lakes State is often referred to as the “Mitten of Plenty.” Add to that a growing industry focused on locally-sourced products such as cheese, poultry, sauces, jams, breads, chocolates and so much more, and you have a feast just waiting to be devoured.

Michigan is also home to many significant food manufacturers — such as Kellogg’s, Better Made Potato Chips, American Spoon Foods, Biggby Coffee, Jiffy Mix and Kowalski meats, just to name a few — that have helped shape Michigan’s culture. This program will not only introduce audiences to Michigan’s rich foodie and agricultural history, but will allow everyone to sample a few Michigan-made products, as well.

Join the Alcona Historical Society for a Michigan-picnic meal at 6 p.m., followed by the program. The public is welcome to attend this event.