Gould City
By Marilyn McNeil 477-6925 donmar@lighthouse.net

Members of Engadine United Methodist Church enjoyed presenting a live nativity scene in December. Here, angels Maria Bartholomew (from left), Caryn Bartholomew, Allison Grant, Hannah Fettig, and Bryana Biang appear to shepherds, bringing news of Jesus' birth.

The snow has finally found us.

The weather will not affect all of the activities that have been planned for this month. The first one is "Winter's Night by Candlelight" at Newberry United Methodist Church Friday, January 26. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. and again at 7 p.m.

This event will benefit the survivors of last year's devastating hurricanes. All proceeds will be used by a team from the Newberry and Engadine United Methodist Churches to purchase building materials they will use next month while helping Alabama Gulf Shore residents rebuild their homes and their lives. All members pay their own transportation and expenses to reach the areas where their work is needed.

The menu includes hors d'oeuvres, herb salad with fruit, and slow-roasted pork with peach barbecue sauce or empress lemongrilled chicken breast, steamed vegetables, rice pilaf, rolls, fruit truffle, or cherry chocolate cake with hot fudge sauce. This wonderful menu is being prepared by Carol Harper.

Tickets are by donation. Purchase tickets no later than Wednesday, January 24. For further information, call (906) 293-5711 or (906) 477-9989.

Danny's Auto in Newberry and Engadine is collecting donations for the little girl who was recently injured by the family's dog in Newberry. The monies will help pay for her medical expenses.

The CBC (American Cancer Society-Bay Cliff Health Camp- Easter Seals of Michigan) have a variety of events coming up. The CBC Committee is searching for local entertainers who want to take part in the 40th Annual Radio Telethon Sunday, April 1, at Manistique High School. All performances will be viewed by the live audience in the Frederickson Auditorium, seen on a live cable broadcast, and heard on WTIQ radio's live broadcast. Any resident interested in performing during the event should call (906) 341-6073 or e-mail: carolh2@up.net.

The GFWC MI and GFWC Manistique Women's Club is promoting a Bay Cliff Health Camp raffle to raise funds for a new linen and laundry center to be known as "Suds and Duds." Raffle tickets are $1 each or $5 for six tickets. Tickets are available at Suzy's Shadow Box or by calling Dorothy Hoholik at (906) 341-5720. The drawing will be in April.

The Michigan State Police would like to warn residents of a potential telephone scam. Some residents are receiving calls from unknown persons purporting to represent the Michigan State Police, asking for donations of money. Larry Gasperich, post commander in Iron Mountain, wants to remind residents that the Michigan State Police does not solicit money donations by any means for any reason. He also reminds everyone not to give out personal information over the telephone unless absolutely sure you know who you're speaking with and that the request is legitimate.

Congratulations to Paula Ramelis, who has been chosen to be the 4-H peer mentoring coordinator in Mackinac County. She will be responsible for the county's participation in the 4-H Capitol Experience program and coordinate the Seatbelt Safety program and the Youth Entrepreneurship program in the west end of the county, as well as assist the 4-H educator with the planning of 4-H Camp. If you're interested in learning more about any of these programs, call Paula at (906) 477-6390.

Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 24, for the Engadine dinner theater to be held at the Garfield Township Hall. The Engadine 4-H Core Team will be presenting "Who Killed the King," a murder mystery play written by James Daab. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. and will continue until 7:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Mackinac County Animal Shelter and the Core Team scholarship.

Happy belated birthday wishes to Sarah Burton January 19 and Edna Rushford January 21. Hope you both had a good celebration.

We're happy that Vivian Blanchard made it home safely and that she enjoyed her trip.

Stay safe and stay well. See you next week.