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• Rummage Sale & Flea Market, Standish, May 18 & 19 - at the Legion Post on M-76 in Standish. Join us for a bake sale and luncheon, all are welcome. For more information, call 846-4091.
• 50's Dance & Dinner, Tawas City, May 18 - at the First Baptist Church from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy old fashioned shakes, fries and burgers, auction, bake sale, and prize for best dressed in 1950s style. Come join in on the fun. Benefits for Relay for Life of Iosco County.
• Paint the World Purple Day, May 18 - The American Cancer Society is asking people to wear purple to show their support for those with cancer and to bring attention and awareness to cancer. Support Relay for Life in your county by wearing purple on May 18!
• Miss Sunrise Side Princess Competion, Alpena, May 18 - Six young ladies will be competing for the title of Miss Sunrise Side Princess at 7:30 p.m. at the Alpena Community College's Granum Theatre. This year's program will feature entertainment from Miss Sunrise Side Princess 2011, Miss Sunrise Side Teen and Miss Sunrise Side. Ticket can be purchased at the door for $6 with all proceeds going to the Miss Sunrise Side Scholarship Fund. Doors open at 7 p.m.
• Special Olympics Spring/Summer Games, Oscoda, May 18 - Games will be held at the track stadium at Oscoda High School. Starting at 10 a.m., featuring track and field events, fun and pageantry. Admission is free and everybody is welcome. Lunch will be served to the athletes and volunteers. School students will pre-register with their teachers. Volunteers and athletes, please call John, area director at 989-756-5460 for more information or to pre register.
• Lake Huron Sportfishings' Annual Dinner, Oscoda, May 19 - at Wiltse's Brew Pub and Family Restaurant in Oscoda. Cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person. Currently looking for donations in the form of gift certificates or other items donated by local business that could be raffled. Contact Jodi at 989-739-1182.
• Tawas Bay Players "Spelling Bee", Tawas, May 11-20 - This adult musical will have performances at 7 p.m. and on May 20 at 2 p.m. Call 989-362-8373 for more information or check the web at www.tawasbayplayers.com
• Benefit Walk, Oscoda, May 19 - ALS of Michigan benefit walk will be held at the Oscoda High School track from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Participants may register the day of the walk starting at 9:30 a.m. at the track. Admission fee is $5 with proceeds to ALS of Michigan. Registration, donations, and more info at www.alswalkoscoda.wikispaces.com
• Tawas Point Birding Festival, Tawas, May 17-20 - Thousands of bird watchers come to the shores of Iosco County each spring to witness the wide array of migrating birds. Festival participants enjoy guided tours, expert talks and workshops, keynote speakers during all three days. Online registration closes at 11 p.m. on Sunday, May 14. Walk up registration begins at noon on Thursday, May 17 for $25.00. For more information, visit www.tawasbirdfest.com
• Benefit Golf Outing, Glennie, May 19 - SFC Mark W. Jackson memorial scholarship fundraiser at Eagle Ridge Golf Club. 8:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. shotgun start. $50 per person includes 18 holes with cart, 3 par 3 hole in one prizes, hotdogs on the 9th hole and a roast beef dinner. For information or to reserve your spot, call Jerry at 989-305-5378.
• 4-H Rummage and Plant Sale, Hale, May 18 & 19 - The 4-H Redneck Rabbit and Critter Club is hosting their annual event from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. at the Iosco County fairgrounds. Furniture, electronics, appliances, clothing, books, toys, knick knacks, odds and ends, flower and vegetable flats will be available. Proceeds of the sale will be for club's general operating expenses and annual field trip. For more info, call Mark or LaLonnie at 257-4659 or Bev at 728-2074. For more information about 4-H programs, call Les Thomas, program coordinator at 989-362-3449.
• Live Birds of Prey, Tawas, May 19 - at the Lighthouse Tent, shows at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Tawas Point Park. Recreation passport required.
• Junk in Your Trunk and Gently Read Book Sale, Tawas, May 19 - at the Tawas City Library on North Street on Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Call 362-6557 for more information.
• Paws for a Cause Charity Poker Run, Oscoda, May 19 - Ride starts at the Hilltop Bar in Oscoda, registration from 9-10 a.m. Ride ends at Bikergarage101 on Arrow Street. $5 per person, 50/50 drawings and hotdogs with drinks after the ride. Proceeds to the Iosco Animal Shelter.
• Golf Tournament Fundraiser, Hale, May 20 - The Iosco County Firefighter's Association is having their 7th Annual Peter O'Brinkman Golf Scramble at Wicker Hills Course. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Cost is $50 per player or $200 per team. Lunch, soft drinks and cart will be provided. Register by calling Bob at 989-362-6781.
• 4-H Trap Shoot/Gun Safety, Oscoda, May 20 - Bring someone that wants to learn gun safety and how to shoot a shotgun. Ages 10-20, hunters safety required for ages 10-12, recommened to all. Call Cindy at 362-3449 for more information.
• Community Celebration, Whittemore, May 20 - This honors our heros in law enforcement, EMS, firefighters, military and their families. This event is open to all community members, admission is just $5 per person. BBQ lunch, games, contests, prizes, drawings, demonstrations, music and concessions. It will be held rain or shine from 12 noon - 5 p.m. with food served until 3 p.m. Sponsored by the Whittemore-Prescott leadership, criminal justice, SADD, FFA and YAC.
• Violinists Perform, Tawas City & East Tawas, May 24 - a group of about 40 violinists called "Heaven's Angels" will perform at the Iosco Medical Care Facility in Tawas on May 24 from 4-5 p.m. The group meets at the Hale United Methodist Church on Thursdays.
• Grandma's Attic Rummage Sale, East Tawas, May 26 - at the Tawas Area Presbyterian Church on US-23 behind Patti's Restaurant from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. along with a bake sale.
• Homemade Items for Sale, East Tawas, May 26 - from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. the Med/Surg Cancer Crushers will be selling a variety of handmade items in front of Sweet Salvation Fashions on Newman Street. Please come support the American Cancer Society and the Relay for Life of Iosco County.
• Pancake Breakfast, Fairview, May 26 - at the Steiner Museum from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Call 989-848-5320 for more information.
• Spring Garden Bazaar, Hubbard Lake, May 26 - New Life Church will be hosting their bazaar from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. with plants, perennials and annuals for sale along with hand crafted items, baked good, pantry goods, Rada Cutlery and more. The church is located at the corner of Hubbard Lake Road and Kirche in the Woods, 1/2 mile south of the White Pine National Golf Course.
• Park & Sell, East Tawas, May 26 - Rain or shine, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Tawas Bay Players Community Theatre parking lot. $5 per space, no trailers. Call Janie at 362-9199 or Diane 989-305-6767.
• Shoreline Arts & Crafts Show, Tawas City, May 26 & 27 - Over 100 exhibitors with something for everyone. Saturday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Tawas City Park.
• Rummage Sale, Oscoda, June 1, 2, 3 - at the Shoreline Players' Theatre on Skeel Avenue on the former Wurtsmith AFB. Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Art Stroll of Tawas Bay, Downtown East Tawas, June 1 - and silent auction to benefit the student art scholarship fund. Free event including appetizers and beverage tasting from 5-9 p.m. Ballot drawing for original painting.
• Free Garden Program, Hale, June 12 - many great "before & after" garden ideas. Featuring Janet Macunovich who is a professional gardener, author and educator. Doors open at 5 p.m. for vendors, speaker starts at 6:30, free refreshments.
• Shoreline Players, Oscoda - The summer's musical, June 15-17 & 22-24 will be "Taking My Turn" an award-winning musical dealing with aging. All performances are held at the Shoreline Players Theater on the former Air Force Base in Oscoda. Tickets are available from the box office or at Gilbert's Drug Store. For more information, call 739-3586 or long onto www.shorelineplayers.org
• Dancing Lessons, Alpena, now thru May - Dancing with Linda Krentz beginner line dancing classes by a trained dance instructor. Every Monday thru May at 6 p.m. at the Besser School's music room. All ages are welcome and there is a minimal charge to participate. Call 989-727-3501 for more information.
• Morel Mushroom and Tasting Festival, Lewiston, May 27 - An arts and craft show will take place from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Lewiston school, entry cost $1.00. The mushroom tasting event wil be at the school also and cost is $7 per person with attendance limited to 100 people. People interested in the guided hunt for morel mushrooms may register at the shcool at 8 a.m. or 11 a.m. on the day of the festival, cost is $15. For more information, call the chamber at 989-786-9730.
• Hunter Safety Class, Luzerne, June 3-4 & June 10-11 - at the Mio Moose Lodge on M-72. The June 3 session will take place from 2-5 p.m.; the June 10 session from 1-5 p.m. and the June 4 & 11 from 6-9 p.m. Students ar required to attend all 4 classes in order to pass the course. For more information, call Kiessel at 989-275-5663.
• Boating Safety Course, Tawas Coast Guard Station, Recheduled June 16 & 17- Saturday & Sunday from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.  $25 cost covers cost of textbook and testing supplies. Register early, call 989-876-2423 or 989-240-2345.
• Can and Bottle Drive Fundraiser, East Tawas, now thru June - Relay for Life of Iosco County's team, "My Team" will be holding a empty can and bottle drop off at Bay Party Store in East Tawas.
• Veterans' Weekend Campout, Oil City, June 22, 23, 24 - at Salt River Acres in Oil City on Greendale Rd. Motorcycles welcome, live music and games. Proceeds to benefit the State V.A. Hospitals. Contact Dallas at 989-469-2111 or Ted at 989-277-3665 for rates and camping fees.
• Offshore Powerboat Racing on Tawas Bay, June 22-24 - The course will be a basic oval on Tawas Bay stretching from the East Tawas State Dock in East Tawas down to the City Pier in Tawas City with great viewing along the shoreline. The race boats and teams will arrive June 22. Entertainment tent with music and refreshments at the East Tawas Habor Park from 5-9 p.m. Races begin approx. at 12 noon on June 24.

ONGOING ATTRACTIONS:

     Au Gres' meaning and history: Au Gres means "of sandstone" because of the 

        type of material on the river bottom. The City of Au Gres lies atop a glacial lake

        feature which consists of clay or shallow layers of sand over clay. In  early years,

         Au Gres was considered a logging community; however, today  the largest industry

        appears to be tourism. Both logging and tourism are  probably a direct result of the

        Au Gres River which runs through the City and the availability of the City to Saginaw

        Bay and Lake Huron. The  theme of this area used to be "Timber to Tourist" but now

        Au Gres is known as "The Perch Capital."

           Oscoda Canoe Rental -The AuSable is undoubtedly the best known river in

           Michigan. It's clear water,  consistent flow and attractive surroundings make it one

           of the finest canoeing,  kayaking and fishing destinations in the Midwest.

           For rates and information call 989-739-9040

         Ausable River Queen - Come take a ride on the glorious AuSable River aboard

         the River Queen. We operate a double-decker, authentic paddle wheel patriotically

         painted in Red,   White and Blue! We have enjoyed 44 years of safe passage.

         Young and old alike are excited to ride the Queen and take in the beautiful scenery

         and wildlife. Our Bald Eagles that perch on the large trees along the rivers bank

         are a big hit! It is a beautiful trip in the Summer and even more brilliant with the

         turning of the leaves in the Fall. 989-739-7351

ONGOING ATTRACTIONS:

• Rose Valley Winery, located on Beechwood Road in Rose City   – Open Friday – Monday or by appointment. Pick up our wine at some of these outlets. Brew Krew in East Tawas, Kocher’s Market in Hale and Rose City Meat and Deli or at the store. Stop in for a wine tasting today. Check us out on the web at www.rosevalleywinery.net or call 989-685-9399.
• Iosco County Historical Museum, East Tawas – Area history in every corner. Come in and enjoy a step back in time. Hours of operation Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday 1-4 p.m. Call for more information 989-362-8911 or visit us at  www.ioscomuseum.org
• Tawas Bay Players Community Theatre, East Tawas – Music and comedy will fill the play bill for the season. For a small theatre the shows pack a punch! Experienced local thespians and musicians are sure to tickle your fancy at tone of four regular shows. For more information or tickets, call 989-362-8423 or check out our website   www.tawasplayers.com 
• Shoreline Players Community Theatre, Oscoda – This non-profit organization’s goal is to promote interest in theatre by presenting theatrical productions and training in theatre arts, play direction, acting, costuming, make-up, and scenery construction & design. For current shows and tickets, call 989-739-3586 and make sure to log onto www.shorelineplayers.org
• Arenac County Historical Museum, AuGres – Located at 304 E Michigan Ave, will be open every Saturday an Sunday through Labor Day weekend from 1-4 p.m. If you need to get in any other time, please call 876-7029.