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Lifestyles

Alcona County Library sets October events

HARRISVILLE ­— Alcona County Library has announced October programs. If you have any questions, call the library at 989-724-6796. Every Tuesday in October, practice ukulele at 10 a.m. at the Harrisville branch, with ukuleles available for checkout, and players of all skill levels invited ...

Teal ribbons signify National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

ALPENA — When Wendy Werth’s sister was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, it was almost too late. “She died on the table, and they kept her alive,” Werth recalled. “And I said, ‘If she lives, I’m going to do something.’” That was a little over a year ago, and Werth has been ...

NeMCHA eating disorders program Oct. 13

ALPENA — Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority has announced a free training opportunity ­— Understanding and Treating Eating Disorders with Gail Hall, LMSW, CEDS-S, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 13 at Alpena Community College in the Granum Theatre at 665 Johnson St. ...

Equality is a strong cup of tea

Life is like a cup of tea. It’s all in how strong you make it. I am a tea addict and I think after being reminded of Martin Luther King on his day that he was a brother of mine. I, too, have a dream that one day all men will rise up and be equal. Some day we will only worry about caring for ...

SUNRISE SIDE BULLETIN BOARD

Senior Center rummage and bake sale Sat., Sun. ALPENA — Alpena Senior Citizens Center will host a rummage and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday. The sale will include kitchenware, decor, jewelry, scrapbooking items, beads and other jewelry-making ...

Dave Myers takes his faith outside in ‘Breaking Camp’

ALPENA — Dave Myers invites you to step into nature to find a closer connection to God and learn more about yourself in the process. The Alpena author will be signing copies of his new book, “Breaking Camp: A Sportsman’s Guide to Pursuing God’s Truth,” from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on ...