ALPENA — Returning this year, The Sunset Project presents its second annual FOCUS45 Amateur Photography Contest, as part of its FOCUS45 creative advancement programming efforts. The 2023 contest will provide Northeast Michigan-area photographers with another opportunity to showcase their ...

ALPENA — Alpena County Library will host a puzzle swap from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. 7. Then, a fall planting program will be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 12. Puzzle Swap Puzzle swaps will be held on the first Saturday of each month at the library, 211 N. 1st Ave., ...

ALPENA — Upcoming October and November dates have been set for Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency’s Golden Grocery Giveawy food distributions. The Golden Grocery Giveaway is for income and age-eligible individuals residing in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency, and Presque Isle ...

ALPENA — An experienced servant leader spoke to a banquet room full of caring community members on Thursday night at the Habitat for Humanity Northeast Michigan dinner and fundraiser. John Williams, president and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Michigan, trekked up from Lansing to share some ...

ALPENA — The Alpena Downtown Development Authority is seeking competitors for its 8th Annual Chili and Chowder Cookoff from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7. Individuals, teams, organizations, and businesses are all eligible to compete, and both home cooks and professional chefs are ...