The Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel will have its Christmas gathering on Dec 11,at noon at the First United Methodist Church in Alpena. A catered meal will be provided at a cost of $12.50 per person and is payable when they arrive. People can also bring their own lunch. Contact Ruth LeBarre by calling or texting her at 989-506-8876 no later than Dec. 8 to RSVP.