Community

Jennifer Simula (left) accepts a check from the Munising Knights of Columbus on Friday, Oct. 20. The money will help fund the school’s special education program, helping students overcome both mental and physical hurdles in the learning process.

PLEASE NOTE: Due to short staffing, the library will be modifying the open hours so that, until further notice, the library will close at 5 p.m. on Thursdays.

The Alger County Humane Society, the non-profit organization that operates the Alger County Animal Shelter, held its first Pints for Paws fundraiser at Foggy’s Steakhouse in Christmas on Saturday, Sept. 30.

Tail Spinners Storytime takes place at the library on Mondays at 10:30 a.m.. Pre-school aged children and their caregivers are invited to attend to hear stories, sing songs and make a simple craft. This 30 minute activity is for ages 7 and under. We are excited to see you and your little one there! If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to call the library at 906-387-2125.

Stake the Lake, the annual cancer walk and fundraiser, was held on Saturday, Sept. 16 at Bayshore Park in Munising. The event brought in over 400 people, with roughly a quarter of them being cancer survivors themselves.

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The popular local concert series “Concert in the Park” has wrapped up for the 2023 season. A total of 11 bands were featured at Bayshore Park throughout the summer.