September 2010

Tri-County Dog Training Academy

Tuesday, Sep 07

TRI-COUNTY DOG TRAINING ACADEMY FALL SESSIONS BEGIN

7pm at Marinette Armory, 2000 Mary Street, Marinette and program will last about one hour- no dogs.  We encourage you to pre-register-classes are limited.  10 week sessions meet on Tuesday nights, puppy class at 6pm, beginners I at 7pm and beginners II at 8pm.  Call 715-735-8232 or visit www.tcdta.org.

West Shore Chorale Rehearsals

Tuesday, Sep 07

West Shore Chorale seeking new members. Rehearsals begin Sept. 7 for fall concert which will be performed December 5. Rehearse on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 pm in T-117 of Fine Arts Building at UW-Marinette. Contact David Giebler at 735-4316 for more info.

New Shipbuilding Course Begins

Tuesday, Sep 07

September 7 through October 22: UW Marinette Continuing Education is offering a new online course, Introduction to Shipbuilding. Course provides and introductory overview of shipbuilding terminology, marine materials, safety issues, classification societies and fabrication strategies.  Offered online every Tuesday and Friday evening.  To register call 715-735-4342 or 715-735-4343.  Deadline is Aug. 24.  www.marinette.uwc.edu

2010 Great Lakes Economic Summit

Wednesday, Sep 08

2010 Upper Great Lakes Economic & Workforce Development Summit, NMU Great Lakes Room, 9am-3pm.  More information at the following link  http://www.jobforce.org/

Salsa Night

Thursday, Sep 09

Thursday, September 9th from 6-8 p.m.

Another fun event at the Demonstration Gardens at Harmony Arboretum.  Attend a demonstration on making fresh or canned salsa; taste a variety of different recipes.  Marinette County UW-Extension  Horticulture Agent, Scott Reuss, will be on hand to answer questions on growing the plants involved in salsa making.

Harmony Arboretum is located 7 miles west of Marinette on Hwy 64, then 1/2 mile south on County E

Building Dreams Fundraiser

Friday, Sep 10

River Cities Habitat for Humanity will be hosting at Menominee River Golf and Dining.  Event will begin at 5:30pm, and will include a silent and live auction along with other fun events.  Habitat is raising money to refurbish two homes that it owns.

Leap of Faith 5k Walk/Run

Saturday, Sep 11

September 11:  Registration 7:45-8:45am, race 9am at Menominee Catholic Central School, 1406 10th Avenue, Menominee.  Entry fee is $17 per person or $40 per family by Aug 27, $20 per person or $45 after.  Contact Dan Paul at 863-3190 or dpaul@mccspartans.org.

Menominee Flea Markets

Saturday, Sep 11

September 11, and October 9: The Menominee Flea Market vendors will hold four flea markets this summer at the M&M Plaza in Menominee.  The events will take place near the northeast side of the parking lot and run from 7am - 2pm.  Participation fee is $15 for each flea market date and may be mailed or brought to the Marinette Menominee Area Chamber of Commerce administrative office at 601 Marinette Ave, Marinette, WI. Checks should be payable to the Marinette Menominee Area Chamber of Commerce.  Sign up forms are available at the chamber or by e-mail request. Potential vendors should send forms requests to chambernews@centurytel.net.  For more information, call 715-735-6681.

M&M Timberjacks vs River City Rattlers

Saturday, Sep 11

6pm, Spies Field, the Rattlers a 2009 WSFL playoff qualifier comes to town.  Come root on the T-Jacks as they vie for spot in the 2010 playoffs.  $4 adults, $2 children 10-17 and children under 10 are free.  www.tjacks.com

Fall Plant Sale at Harmony Arboretum

Saturday, Sep 11

9am-noon. A variety of winter-hardy perennials for fall planting will be available.  Master Gardner Volunteers will also be available to answer questions and provide gardneing tips. Northern Lights Master Gardeners, a non-profit volunteer organization, is sponsoring this event. Proceeds from the sale are used to enhance and expand Harmony Gardens and provide educational programs to the surrounding communities.

Harmony Arboretum is located on Marinette County Hwy E, ½ mile south of Highway 64, which is 7 miles west of Marinette or 4 miles east of Marinette County Hwy W.

Let's Polka

Sunday, Sep 12

or just toe tap to the Polka band Gary Hauser and the Hot Shots 1-5pm, Belgiumtown Restaurant, Belgiumtown Rd, Stephenson, MI.  It's all for the Stephenson Lion's Club fundraiser.  Tickets $15/person, $25/couple, $40/family of 2 adults and 2 children, children under 14 free with parents.  For more information call 906-753-4002.

Resurrection Parish Festival

Sunday, Sep 12

On the parish grounds, 2607 18th St, Menominee, 11am-4pm.  Chicken dinner, grilled food, snacks, entertainment, games, silent auction, mini raffle, paddle wheel, bake sale & bingo.  Everyone is welcome.

The Four Freshmen

Monday, Sep 13

Concert sponsored by River Cities Concert Association at 7pm, Blesch Intermediate School.  Vocals with drum, guitar, bass and brass bring their unique brand of vocal harmony.  Concert sponsored by Washington Square Residential Community and Premier Engineering.  For information or ticket sales email rcconcerts@gmail.com or call Ann at 715-735-3014 or Keith at 906-863-7387.

Pioneer Club

Wednesday, Sep 15

Every Wednesday, 6pm, boys and girls kindergarten through 6th grade. Learn how to read and understand the bible, enjoy games, singing, skill building activities and projects at First United Methodist Church, 813 Owena St, Marinette. For more information call 715-735-6323 or email fumc.marinette@gmail.com.

Wednesday Night Live

Wednesday, Sep 15

Sep 15 through Nov 17: Outreach meals will resume at Menominee First United Methodist Church at 6pm. Family style meals will be seerved each Wednesday through Nov 17. $4/adults, $1/children, or $10/full family. Everyone is welcome to attend.  For more information call 906-864-2555.

Annual Peshtigo River Paddle

Saturday, Sep 18

10am-3pm, join Marinette County Land & Water Conservation staff at the City of Peshtigo boat landing on County Road B and end at the County Road BB landing.  Several canoes are available for reservation (starting Aug. 30) welcome to bring your own equipment.  Transportation will be available to shuttle participants back to the put-in point.  Free program.  Call 732-7784 for more information. 

M&M Timberjacks vs Kettle Moraine Titans

Saturday, Sep 18

4pm, Spies Field, Menominee, MI.  For the 3rd year in a row, the Timberjacks will face the Titans on their home turf.  $4 adults, $2 children 10-17, under 10 free. www.tjacks.com

Wausaukee Concerts in the Park

Sunday, Sep 19

2pm at Wausaukee Evergreen campground with The Ralph Mortinson Family in group known as Wings of Eagles playing Blue Grass/Gospel under the American Legion pavilion. Refreshments will be sold. Help fund these musicians thru donations.

Crivitz Fall Harvest Festival/Craft Show

Saturday, Sep 25

Located at Crivitz High School, 400 South Avenue.  Show hours are 9am-2pm.  Over 50 exhibitors attend with a wide variety of homemade crafts. Admission is free, please bring a can good.  Rummage sale and concessions.  www.crivitz.com

Peshtigo Historical Day

Saturday, Sep 25

Firetower Walk/Run 8 am, registration 6:30-7:45 am.  Parade at 10:30am.  Events at Badger Park include Peshtigo Foundation Bed Races at 2pm, horseshoe tournament, live music from 11:30am to 10pm, craft booths, food, balloon jumping equipment, games all day, MUM Timberjacks semi-pro football game, fireworks at dusk.  Sponsored by Peshtigo Chamber of Commerce.  Call 715-582-0327 or visit www.peshtigochamber.com for more information.

Gun Show

Saturday, Sep 25

Sept. 25 & Nov. 6:  Show sponsored by American Legion Post 413 at Crivitz Village Hall.  Show times 8:30am-3pm, admission $3 and under 12 years $1.  For reservations call Claire at 854-2676.

M&M Timberjacks vs Sheboygan County Rebels

Saturday, Sep 25

6pm, Bulldog Stadium, Peshtigo, WI.  The Timberjacks wrap up their regular season home schedule as part of the Peshtigo Historical Day celebration in a game vs their old nemesis, the Rebels.  $4 adults, $2 children 10-17, under 10 free.  www.tjacks.com 

2010 Nutrition Education Sessions

Tuesday, Sep 28

Fall into Fitness, Interfaith Manor,1220  9^th Avenue, Menominee.  4^th Tuesday of every month at 10 am with Tonya LaFave, registered dietitian UPLCAP/UP Area Agency on Aging.

October 2010

2nd Annual Fall Festival

Saturday, Oct 02

Festival held on Hwy 141 Main Street in the Village of Wausaukee from 9am-2pm.  Includes crafters, vendors, bake sales, live entertainment, beer garden, food and business specials.  For more information call 715-927-4361.

Long Term Produce Storage

Saturday, Oct 02

10:30am-12noon. In-ground, in-garden, or in-house storage options can be utilized to store certain types of vegetables for weeks or even months. Lean tips & techniques that allow you to maximize produce quality at minimal cost.

72nd Annual Harvest Supper

Saturday, Oct 02

3-6:30pm, Harmony United Methodist Church, N3949 County Highway DD in rural Peshtigo. Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, corn cranberries, pies and tortes. $10/adults, $5/10 and under, free under 5. Take-outs available. Church bazaar and bake sale also being held. 

Muskie Tournament

Saturday, Oct 09

23rd High Falls & Caldron Falls Flowage Muskie Tournament:  October 9 & 10. For information call Popp's Resour at 715-757-3511 or Tall Oaks at 715-757-3238.

Crafters and Vendors Wanted

Saturday, Oct 09

Holiday craft fair October 9 at Grace Lutheran Church in Pembine.  For more information or application call Nada at 906-221-1921.

Menominee Flea Markets

Saturday, Oct 09

October 9: The Menominee Flea Market vendors will hold four flea markets this summer at the M&M Plaza in Menominee.  The events will take place near the northeast side of the parking lot and run from 7am - 2pm.  Participation fee is $15 for each flea market date and may be mailed or brought to the Marinette Menominee Area Chamber of Commerce administrative office at 601 Marinette Ave, Marinette, WI. Checks should be payable to the Marinette Menominee Area Chamber of Commerce.  Sign up forms are available at the chamber or by e-mail request. Potential vendors should send forms requests to chambernews@centurytel.net.  For more information, call 715-735-6681.

Muskie Tournament

Sunday, Oct 10

23rd High Falls & Caldron Falls Flowage Muskie Tournament, October 9 & 10.  For information, call Popp's Resort at 715-757-3511 or Tall Oaks at 715-757-3238.

A Day of Caring

Thursday, Oct 14

Take this day to volunteer for your community.  Tri-City Area United Way will be hosting 'Volunteer Opportunity Fair' at NWTC starting at noon.

Tailgate Party

Friday, Oct 15

M&M Community Foundation “Tailgate” Party

Spooktacular Kids Triathlon

Saturday, Oct 23

Triathlon will be for ages 3-12 and take place at River Cities Community Pool, 1125 Universite Drive, Marinette.  If you are interested in volunteering or participating call 715-735-0585 or email deedeethull@yahoo.com.

Fall Salad Luncheon

Tuesday, Oct 26

Hot & cold buffet and craft sale, 11am-1pm. Luncheon sponsored by Resurrection Parish, 2607 18th St, Menominee. $5 per person. Reservations accepted - call 863-3405 or 863-8514 or 863-8887.

2010 Nutrition Education Sessions

Tuesday, Oct 26

Healthy Holiday meal planning, Interfaith Manor,1220  9^th Avenue, Menominee.  4^th Tuesday of every month at 10 am with Tonya LaFave, registered dietitian UPLCAP/UP Area Agency on Aging.

Halloween Downtown Trick or Treat

Thursday, Oct 28

Visit Menominee Downtown Businesses from 3-5pm.