Courtesy Photo Alpena Farmers Market will host a Community Antiques and Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.

∫ Art in the Loft, on the third floor of the Center Building at 109 N. 2nd Ave. in Alpena, presents its “SummerView 2024” Exhibit, featuring the artwork of nearly 40 artists. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Classes are also offered, and can be viewed online. Visit artintheloft.org, email director@artintheloft.org, or call 989-356-4877 for more information.

∫ Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, closed Tuesday, and open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. Beverly Benson Wolf’s photography is on display now through July 20 at the museum. The Northeast Michigan Artists’ Guild invites the community to their annual exhibit at the Besser Museum now through July 24. This year’s theme is “It Figures.” The Besser Museum is located at 491 Johnson St., Alpena. Call the museum at 989-356-2202, or visit bessermuseum.org.

∫ Thunder Bay Arts Council Gallery, 127 W. Chisholm St. in Alpena, features 25 local artists’ work on display and for sale. Dorothea Sandra is the featured artist for June. Spring and summer hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Visit thunderbayarts.org or call 989-354-2586.

∫ Dragonfly Art Gallery, 116 E. Main St. in Harrisville, is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. The Dragonfly Art Gallery is proud to have Dorothea Sandra as their visiting artist for the month of July. Please stop in to see and enjoy her art.

Today, June 25

∫ The Association of Lifelong Learners hosts Mexican Train Express dominoes from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.

∫ Great Start Collaborative Playgroup is held weekly at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays at Alpena County Library. No registration necessary.

∫ TOPS #1614 Alpena welcomes new members who are looking for support in their weight-loss journey. Meetings are held every Tuesday morning at the First Presbyterian Church at 1600 W. Chisholm St. in Alpena. Weigh-ins start at 9:45 a.m. and meetings start at 10:30 a.m. There is no obligation to join if you attend your first meeting. For more information, call 989-255-4787.

∫ Potential homeowners can find out the steps they need to take to get closer to homeownership from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Tuesday at the Habitat for Humanity offices at 2630 U.S.-23 South in Alpena.

∫ Every Tuesday, practice ukulele at 10 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of Alcona County Library, with ukuleles available for checkout, and players of all skill levels invited to join.

∫ Alpena Senior Citizens Center offers quilting at 10 a.m. and Spitzer at 12:30 p.m. each Tuesday.

∫ Good Grief is a grief support group at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays, at Friends Together, 105 Prentiss St.. Call Friends Together at 989-356-3231 for more information.

∫ The FamilySearch Center is open from noon to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 411 Long Rapids Plaza in Alpena.

∫ The Alpena Lions Club hosts their weekly meetings at noon on Tuesdays at First Congregational Church, Alpena. For more information, visit alpenalionsclub.com or the Alpena Lions Club on Facebook.

∫ The Association of Lifelong Learners will host a Book Lover’s Gathering from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday at M. Briggs Center on the campus of Alpena Community College. Summer is the season for planting, weeding, growing our garden, and summer reads on beach days or rainy days. Join ALL’s friendly group of book lovers for ideas for these days of relaxation. We will share ideas by giving a brief synopsis. A list will be made and emailed to you. If you would like to do a book swap, please bring a book or two to lend or give away.

∫ Alpena County Library hosts Tinker Tuesday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tinker Tuesday is about getting together and exploring projects ranging from Makey Makey, Raspberry Pi, Arduino, 3D Printing, Strawbees, littleBits, Snap Circuits, sewing and more. Let your curiosity take over and explore! Participants must be age 5 or older.

∫ The Alpena County Library presents a program in which participants can read to squirrels. Called Paws to Read, the program is offered from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays now through July 30. There is no program on July 2 because of the holiday week. Paws to Read will be held in the MakerLab at the library, 211 N. 1st Ave., Alpena. Registration is required. Participants must sign up each week to reserve a session if they wish to participate multiple times. Contact the Youth Services Department at 989-356-6188, ext. 23.

∫ Bay View Center hosts a diversity support meeting at 4 p.m. each Tuesday. This weekly potluck is for those in the LGBTQ community, their families, and supporters, at Bay View Center, 710 N. 2nd Ave. If you have questions, call 989-340-0955.

∫ Cub Scouts meet from 6 to 7 p.m., and Boy Scouts meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. each Tuesday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 727 S. 2nd Ave., Alpena.

∫ Karaoke Night is from 7 to 10 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Black Sheep Pub in downtown Alpena.

∫ ALL pickleball plays from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Call the ALL office at 989-358-7207 for details.

Wednesday, June 26

∫ Come hear about Peter Rabbit at storytime with Beatrix Potter at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the Pollinator Garden at the entrance to Island Park. This free event is being held in partnership with the Hoop House, Alpena County Library, and the Center of Charity.

∫ Join the Alpena County Library Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon for Open MakerLab. If you have questions about lab rules call 989-356-6188, ext. 20.

∫ Alpena Senior Citizens Center exercise is from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

∫ Guys Like Us is a Wednesday morning coffee crew of men who are coping with cancer, meeting at 10 a.m., in-person at Friends Together and via Zoom. Call Friends Together at 989-356-3231 for the link.

∫ Free ROV drop-in sessions are offered this summer from noon to 3 p.m. on Wednesday and scheduled for various dates throughout the summer. These sessions will be held in the Maker Space near the large Marine Technology Training Tank at Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center. The whole family can pilot their ROV in NOAA’s test tank and learn how these vehicles are used for science and industry. Earn stamps for each mission to track progress and celebrate as you move through the levels. You can attend multiple dates and progress each time. Dates include June 26, July 2, July 11, July 26, Aug. 6, Aug. 10, and Aug. 21.

∫ Alpena County Library offers Tech Help from noon to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Do you have a gadget that you need a little help with, or a technology question that you need answered? Get help with your computer, phone, or tablet from ACL’s knowledgeable and patient staff on a first-come, first-serve basis. Call 989-356-6188.

∫ Children ages 5 to 12 are invited to create critter feeders out of pinecones, vegetable shortening, and seeds from 4 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday at the Alpena County Library, 211 S. 1st Ave. Hang yours at home or in the neighborhood where local birds can enjoy it! This craft is peanut-free.

∫ ALL offers a Second Square Dancing Class from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesdays at M. Briggs Center.

∫ Women on Wednesday is a support group for women with cancer meeting in-person and via Zoom at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at Friends Together. Come for a dash of hope, some laughter, and real talk.

∫ Alpena Sportsmen’s Club is a nonprofit located at 4260 M-32 West in Alpena, open to members and non-members — everyone with an interest in shooting sports. Skeet and sporting clay shooting are offered from 5:45 p.m. until dark on Wednesdays, and from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. For more information, text Joel Suszek at 989-255-4928 or Jeff Welch at 989-255-6068.

∫ Join PIF Cider for Vinyl Night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday. He’s back with a mic in his hand and vinyl on the turntable. Bring records to share and let “The Gary” do the rest! PIF Cider is located at 205 W. Chisholm St., Alpena.

∫ Rich Rider hosts Open Mic Night from 7 to 10 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Black Sheep Pub, 113 S. 2nd Ave., downtown Alpena.

Thursday, June 27

∫ Community Walking Club for Everyone meets at 9 a.m. every Thursday in the parking lot of the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library. Call 989-724-6796 for more information.

∫ Join the Alpena County Girlfriends at JJ’s Steak and Pizza House at 10 a.m. on Thursdays for coffee and conversation. This is a women-only group whose purpose is to make friends and socialize with women from Alpena County and the surrounding areas.

∫ Join ALL for Spitzer 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday at M. Briggs Center, led by Marilyn Klingshirn.

∫ The ALL Annual Meeting is set for Thursday, June 27 at the Alpena County Library. The event kicks off at 11 a.m. with music by James “Jim” Weeks, M.D., former head of radiology at MyMichigan Medical Center-Alpena. An accomplished musician on a variety of instruments, Weeks will offer a variety of good old songs, a few originals, and some audience participation, too. There will be a short break at 12:15 p.m., with lunch to follow. The Annual Meeting wraps up the day with a recap of ALL’s 2023, a roadmap of a few items in store for 2024, and election of board members. Bring a friend to introduce them to ALL. Mancino’s will provide subs and salad for lunch. A donation would be appreciated. Reservations are required for this event to ensure adequate food for everyone. Call the ALL office at 989-358-7207 or email ALL@alpenacc.edu to reserve your spot.

∫ Zoom Book Club is 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each Thursday, with the Alpena Senior Citizens Center. Call 989-356-3585.

∫ Friends Together presents Journaling with Friends, noon to 1 p.m. every Thursday. Registration is required by calling 989-356-3231.

∫ Pinochle and bridge are held at 12:30 p.m. on Thursdays at Alpena Senior Citizens Center.

∫ Needles and Threads group is held from 2:30 to 4:30 pm every Thursday at the Grand Lake branch of Presque Isle District Library. Bring your latest knitting, crocheting, sewing, needlepoint, or other crafts. Call 989-734-2477, ext. 2 with questions.

∫ Thursday Eve Serenity Group meets from 7 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 351 Wilson St., Alpena. If a problem drinker has or is affecting your life, Al-Anon can help you. Meetings are anonymous and confidential. Call 989-354-5476.

∫ The Alpena City Band will perform a concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Alpena bandshell located at Bay View Park. Concerts will be held there each Thursday evening through Aug. 13. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and enjoy an hour of music performed by local musicians. There will be no evening concert on July 4, as the band will be participating in the parade earlier that day. Special themed concerts include the July 11 Patriotic Concert, July 25 Children’s Concert, and the Aug. 13 Polka Concert (last concert of the season). A special Veterans Concert will be performed on July 24 inside the tent at the Brown Trout Festival.

Friday, June 28

∫ MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena Volunteers will hold a used book sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday in the hospital lobby, open to the public.

∫ Alpena Citywide Garage Sales will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

∫ ALL pickleball plays from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the APlex. Call the ALL office at 989-358-7207 for details.

∫ Unleash your inner artist at Alpena County Library with a Chalk Party! Join the library from 10 a.m. to noon on June 28 to sprinkle creativity across our sidewalks and welcome visitors with vibrant chalk masterpieces. Let’s make the library shine!

∫ Exercise is at 10 a.m. at Alpena Senior Citizens Center. Then at noon, Mahjong is played, and pinochle starts at 12:30 p.m.

∫ Presque Isle District Library’s Posen branch offers knitting and crocheting from 10 a.m. to noon on Fridays. All levels are welcome. If you have questions, call 989-734-2477.

∫ On Fridays, get ready for a world of giggles, wonders, and creativity at Storytime at 10:30 a.m. at the Harrisville branch of the Alcona County Library.

∫ ALL hosts contract bridge from 12:30 to 3 p.m. on Fridays at M. Briggs Center. This is an ongoing group of card players who welcome any players at any time. This group is a teaching class but experienced players are also welcome.

∫ The Hillman VFW Post 2356 hosts its Friday Night Fish Fry from 4 to 7 p.m. every Friday night, with your choice of fish or shrimp, potato, coleslaw, roll, and drink. The fish fry is open to the public, and the cost is $12 for the fish dinner or $14 for the shrimp dinner.

∫ Grace Episcopal Church on Long Rapids Road will host an ice cream social from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, June 28. The menu includes cool salads, hot dogs, sandwich meats, ice cream, and desserts, by donation. The public is invited to attend at 13488 Long Rapids Road, Lachine.

∫ ALL hosts square dancing from 4 to 6 p.m. Call the ALL office at 989-358-7207 or email all@alpenacc.edu.

∫ Learn more about Magic the Gathering, trade cards, and begin your journey into this mystical battleground from 5 to 6 p.m. on Friday, June 28. This free event is for ages 9 to 18.

Saturday, June 29

∫ The Alpena Farmers Market is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mich-e-ke-wis Park, 1302 State Ave. in Alpena. The Friends of Alpena Farmers Market are once again bringing back the Community Rummage Sale and Antiques Day from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event will take place along with the Alpena Farmers Market and allow community members, antiques dealers, and collectors the opportunity to buy and sell their local treasures. For more information, call J.B. Cook at 989-255-9372, or visit Friends of the Alpena Farmers Market on Facebook.

∫ Alpena Citywide Garage Sales will continue from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

∫ The Harrisville Farmers Market, located in the upper parking lot of the Harrisville Harbor at the corner of N. Lake Street and E. Harbor Lane, is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays from June through October. Market items are locally produced, grown, harvested, baked, and gathered. For more information, visit The Real Harrisville Harbor Facebook page.

∫ The Craftmakers Cabin will host a free flea market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 29. There is no charge to participate. Bring and sell your own items, and set up south of the historic log cabin located at the corner of U.S.-23 and M-72 in Harrisville. This is a monthly event.

∫ The Homestead Artisan Market and Gallery is in the Kauffman Homestead 8015 E. Grand Lake Road in Grand Lake. The Kauffman Homestead is owned by the Grand Lake Association and is a historical site. They have allowed local crafters and artists to sell their items since the 1970s. An artisan market is like a farmers market, a place giving you an opportunity to meet the creators and learn how and by whom your unique product was made. The Homestead Artisan Market and Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays, now through Labor Day, and some special activity days. For more information, check out the Homestead Artisan Market and Gallery on Facebook.

∫ Alpena County Library is bubbling over with excitement for Saturday’s bubble party, featuring music, bubbles, bubble games, and more, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This free event is for ages 0 to 6.

∫ Saturday, June 29 is Log Cabin Day at Besser Museum for Northeast Michigan. The annual event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. at the museum. The historical buildings will be open for tours, and there will be live demonstrations, a dunk tank, food truck, and more. Visitors can enjoy watching demonstrations of weaving, spinning, quilting and blacksmithing. Children will enjoy the petting zoo, butter making, and face painting. The Scouting America Troop 92 and Cub Scouting America Troop 3092 will host activity stations that include rope making, soft ax throwing, and Lego race car building. The fossil park will be open where you can hunt and keep all the Devonian fossils you find. General admission is $5 per adult, $3 per senior age 60 and older, $3 per child ages 5 to 18, free for children under age 5, and free for Besser Museum members. Planetarium shows will be $1 per person. Besser Museum will also be holding their annual Strawberry Sundae Social. Strawberry sundaes will be available for $3 and popcorn for $1. For more information, call 989-356-2202 or visit www.bessermuseum.org. All proceeds will go to support the new “Discover Northeast Michigan History” exhibit.

∫ True North Radio Network presents a free concert from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, June 29 at the Alpena Bandshell at Bay View Park. Strings Attached will perform soft rock, pop, and dance music. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on, and get ready for some live music and giveaways.

∫ Long Lake Lights Festival will be held Saturday night at the Sandbar and Grill, 9027 W. Long Lake Road, Alpena. Bring your friends and family, and lawn chairs or blankets, and enjoy live music by Alpena’s very own High Speed in concert on the lawn at Sand Bar and Grill on beautiful Long Lake! Music starts at 8 p.m. Food and drinks will be served while you wait for the fireworks to start at dusk. Wolverine Fireworks will be shooting one of their amazing shows from several barges in front of the bar.

Sunday, June 30

∫ The Craftmakers Cabin, at the corner of U.S.-23 and M-72 in Harrisville, will celebrate Log Cabin Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 30. The historic log cabin was built by the Works Progress Administration in 1936-37 and put many local men to work during the Great Depression. Come check out the stone fireplace and curved log staircase, as well as the original log furniture built by the W.P.A. Cupcakes will be served inside the cabin from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Don’t forget to stop by the Old Bailey School log cabin at Sturgeon Point, too!

∫ Child and Family Services of Northeast Michigan is hosting its 3rd Annual Carnival from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 30. There will be games, raffles, food, vendors, prizes, a live performer, and more at this family-friendly event at Shin-ga-ba Shores, Ossineke.

∫ If a problem drinker is affecting your life, Al-Anon can help. Confidential and anonymous meetings are held from 2 to 3 p.m. every Sunday at St. Raphael Church in Mikado.

Monday, July 1

∫ Exercise is at 10 a.m. at Alpena Senior Citizens Center. Euchre starts at 12:30 p.m.

∫ Experienced bridge partners looking for some challenging competition can join the Alpena Duplicate Bridge Club that meets from 12:30 to 3 p.m. on Mondays. Call 989-354-2306 or 989-595-5119.

∫ Friends Together North is a cancer support group for men and women that meets at 12:30 p.m. each Monday at the Presque Isle District Library in Rogers City.

∫ Friends Crochet and Craft is a support group at Friends Together meeting at 3 p.m. on Mondays. This group is for men and women, and offers crafty ways to overcome “chemobrain.” Call 989-356-3231 for more information.