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311 S. Second Ave.
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Marie Gilmet-Dully, President
Email: kmdully@charter.net
Website: www.LWV.alpenacounty.org
Function: Encourages informed and active participation of citizens in government. Studies governmental issues and takes action based on study.
Meetings: One Monday per month – call for details or see website
123 N. Second Ave, STE 1
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Suzanne Robinette, Secretary Phone: (989) 356-9081 or 888-356-9009
David Bisgrove, Atty. Fax: (989)354-4711
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Function: Non-profit organization that provides legal assistance to those who would otherwise be unable to afford adequate legal counsel. Applicants must meet certain eligibility requirements, based on their economic status, in order to receive such legal aid. The Senior Citizen's Program does not have income eligibility criteria.
228 S. Third
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Gary Jarmuzewski Phone: (989) 356-8468
Fax: (989) 354-5898
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m., Tuesday noon - 8:00p.m.
Function: To provide a place (for those affected by mental illness) to attend, form meaningful relationships, learn vocational skills, and belong. Members will have a chance to enhance living skills and find potential job placements.
Website: http://www.oweb.com/upnorth/lions/
Function: Sight and hearing conservation in conjunction with local doctors. Provide for visual examination and glasses and/or hearing aids for the needy. Sight restoration through corneal transplant, screen patients and solicit pledges of eyes to The Michigan Eye Bank Center, Ann Arbor. Collect used eye glasses and hearing aids. Support Drug Awareness Program through The Lions International Quest Program in the local school system, loan wheel chairs to sick and needy persons. Support Leader Dogs of Michigan and its Puppy Program. Provide assistance for medical care and supplies for people with diabetes.
Meetings:
ALPENA LIONS CLUB: (NOON), P.O. Box 324, Alpena, MI 49707. Contact: Richard Sutherland; Tuesdays at noon
ALPENA LIONS CLUB: (EVENING), PO Box 234, Alpena, MI 49707. Contact: Richard Neu, Phone: (989) 595-6447
HILLMAN LIONS CLUB: 12730 McComb Rd., Lachine, MI 49753. Contact: Mitchell Smith, Phone: (989) 742-2350
HUBBARD LAKE LIONS CLUB: 13783 Lytle Rd., Ossineke, MI 49766. Contact: Ray Marshke, Phone: (989) 379-2487
MADONNA HOUSE
309 Lockwood Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Rosemary Horan Phone: (989) 354-4073
Function: An international organization affiliated with the Roman
Catholic Church that provides a house of friendship and prayer. Available to
anyone who desires to come to talk, unburden themselves, share their joy, or
question and seek for meaning in their lives. It provides a place to come where
one can make a retreat to pray and seek solitude for 24 hours at a time.
Lending library of books and tapes.
MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION OF MICHIGAN
230 Huron View Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48331
Contact: Jen Boen, Manager of Volunteer Services Phone: (734) 994-8620
Email: wish@wishmich.org Fax: (734) 994-8025
Website: www.wishmich.org
Function: Information on statewide group that raises funds in order to grant wishes to terminally ill children in Michigan.
MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL, ALPENA CHAPTER
Contact: Lois Sherman Phone: (989) 356-4652
Function: MARSP was organized 50 years ago. It is the only
organization representing all retired school personnel, (i.e. teachers,
administrators, secretaries, cafeteria and custodial). Social organization for
retired school personnel. The Executive Director liaises with legislators with
regards to bills affecting MARSP. Alpena has 300+ members.
MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF LABOR & ECONOMIC GROWTH
315 W. Chisholm St. -- Located inside Michigan Works! Center
Alpena, MI 49707
Phone: (989) 354-3108, Toll free: (877) 901-7397 (Traverse City)
Website: www.michigan.gov Fax: (989) 356-3425
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
Function: Our agency’s mission is to assist persons with disabilities to achieve employment and self-sufficiency. We provide a wide variety of vocational services to eligible people who have medical or learning problems which result in a vocational handicap (either in getting or keeping a job). Referrals are welcome from any individual or agency.
Services: Job placement and job retention services. All services are related to employment and may include training, physical aids, accommodations, tools and equipment, and possible support services.
MICHIGAN SMALL BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CENTER,
REGION 3 (MI-SBTDC)
Alpena Community College
665 Johnson St, Newport Center, Room 108
Alpena, MI 49707-1495
Fax: (989) 358-7554
Email: mehargk@alpenacc.edu Website: www.misbtdc.org/region3/
Function: The Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center (MI-SBTDC) is a statewide network of twelve regional offices providing services for existing small businesses, new ventures, expanding companies, new technology companies, and innovators. Region 3, located at Alpena Community College, works with Cheboygan, Presque Isle, Otsego, Montmorency, Alpena, Crawford, Oscoda, Alcona, Roscommon, Ogemaw and Iosco Counties.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am until 4:30 pm.
Services: Counseling: Confidential one-on-one meetings with certified, experienced business counselors to assist small business owners with: 1) developing growth strategies; 2) preparing business plans for financing; 3) addressing cash flow issues; 4) defining and quantifying marketing initiatives; 5) developing sales strategies; 6) strategic planning.
All services of the MI-SBTDC are available at low or no cost. One-on-one counseling is a free service for individuals who want to improve, revitalize or expand their companies, or develop a new venture. Training and research services are available for a nominal fee.
Training: Workshops, seminars and full training programs help entrepreneurs learn about topics such as: 1) getting a business started; 2) how to get financing; 3) cost-effective marketing and sales techniques; 4) setting up legal structures; 5) writing complete business plans; 6) understanding financial operations.
Research: As part of the MI-SBTDC network and through the Seidman School of Business Information Services at Grand Valley state University, the MI-SBTDC can access essential data for developing a new company or for an existing firm to gain a competitive edge including: 1) research to determine market size; 2) competitive analysis; 3) demographics; 4) lead list generation.
603 S. 11th Avenue
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Mary Dunckel, County Extension Director Phone: (989) 354-9870
Email: msu04@msu.edu Fax: (989) 354-9898
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m.
Function: MSU Extension provides informal education that helps people identify problems and find solutions to improve their homes, families, farms, businesses or communities. MSU Extension's goal is to provide practical, timely, research-based information and educational programs to help Alpena County residents meet local needs in agriculture and natural resources; and, children, youth and families. Extension programs are guided by experienced faculty and staff members in Alpena County and on the MSU campus in East Lansing. MSU Extension is an integral part of county government and is funded through cooperative agreements between the federal government, state government and the Alpena County Board of Commissioners.
Automated Call Center
Contact #: Customer Relations Number Phone: (800) 638-3995
Function: Payment of unemployment benefits.
315 W. Chisholm Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Dawn Stone, Area Manager Phone: (989) 358-3129
Email : stoned@nemcsa.org Fax: (989) 354-8479
Website: www.michworks.org
Function: Human Service Agency
Meetings: Monday, Tuesday,Wednesday, Friday- 8:00 am-5:00 pm; Thursday 9:00 am-5:00 pm
NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL OF NORTHEAST MICHIGAN, (NAMI)
7460 U.S. 23 South
Ossineke, MI 48766
Contact: Judy Hutchins Phone: (989) 471-5015
Email: judyhutchins@yahoo.com
Function: To provide support, education and advocacy to individuals, their families and
caregivers experiencing a serious mental illness.
Services: Monthly support group, a lending library of books and films on the topic of mental
Illness and occasional educational programs or speakers.
Meetings: First Tuesday each month at 1:30 and 7:00 pm at First Congregational Church of Alpena, Second at Lockwood, Upstairs Conference room
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES, THUNDER BAY
Contact: Neil Campau Phone: (989) 727-3155
Elmer Schalkofsky (989) 727-2513
Function: To promote the general welfare of annuitants and potential annuitants of civil service.
13500 Pratt Road
Ossineke, MI 49766
Contact:
Rita Hoeberling
Phone: (989)
471-2382
Email:
ritah@voyager.net
Function: Social interaction with new residents.
Services: Helping people make new friends.
Meetings: Varied. See Alpena News.
400 Johnson Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Tony White, Director Phone: (989) 356-2161 or (800) 968-1964
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Function: To provide comprehensive mental health services to people in the following categories: those who have a Developmental Disability and may need specialized expertise in caring for multiple-handicapped children and adults; people who have a mental illness or emotional problems, or are otherwise in need of clinical counseling and treatment resources and services.
NORTHEAST HUMAN SERVICES COORDINATING COUNCIL: The Council is essentially a planning group that acts through the recommendations of Work Groups, (who receive their "charge" from the Council). Its purpose is to: maintain a county-level structure which can be used as needed for planning, coordination and development of human services, initiate prevention services, increase collaborative programming, utilize a broader range of funding sources, joint advocacy, and reduce the incidence of human disabilities.
Services: Outpatient Therapy and Counseling, Psychiatric and Psychological Evaluation and Treatment Services, Adult Social Activity Program, Residential and Support Services, Adult Activity and Training for Persons with Developmental Disabilities, Family/Court Consultation, Coordination of Mental Health Disability Prevention Services, Work Activity and Vocational Training Services, 24 hours Mental Health Emergency Crisis Intervention Line. Fees are based on "ability to pay". No one will be denied services due to an inability to pay.
NORTHEAST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCY, INC. (NEMCSA)
2375 Gordon Road
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: John Swise, CEO Phone: 989-358-4600; 800-484-7077 Fax: 989-354-5909
John Briggs, Chief Operating Officer
Karen Godi, Executive Assistant
Website: www.nemcsa.org Email: godik@nemcsa.org
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Function: Our mission is to provide quality planning, programs, and services to individuals, families, and communities through the best use of human and financial resources.
Client Services:
Food Assistance Programs; Low Income Weatherization Program; Crisis Prevention Programs
Additional Client Services managed by NEMCSA divisions:
Michigan Enrolls; Michigan Assistive Technology Loan Fund; Earned Income Tax Credit Assistance; Individual Development Account Program; Family Self-Sufficiency; Supportive Housing Program; Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Program for Families with Children; Homeless Assistance Recovery Program;
Early Childhood Education Programs:
Early Head Start, Head Start, and Michigan School Readiness Programs
Youth Programs:
School Success Partnership; Club Cash; Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program for Youth
Community Development:
Census Affiliate; NEMCSA Housing Assistance Program; Homeless Technical Assistance
Aging Programs:
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program; Medicaid/Medicare Assistance Program (MMAP); In-Home Services; Congregate Meals; National Family Caregiver Support; Adult Day Care Services; Legal Services; Care Management; MI Choice Waiver Program
Volunteer Programs:
Foster Grandparent Program; Senior Companion Program; Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
Early Head Start:
100 Woods Circle, Suite 500
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Julie Smith Mandrick Phone/Fax: (989) 354-2648
Email: mandrickj@nemcsa.org
Website: www.nemcsa.org
Function: To strengthen families and children through high quality early childhood experiences
Services: Comprehensive and Parenting Support Services for families with children 0-3 including children with disabilities and pregnant women. Weekly home visits and weekly play group socialization experiences for children and parents.
Hours: Home visit times are flexible to meet family needs.
Head Start:
2375 Gordon Rd.
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Lori Clark, area manager Phone: (989) 356-3474, ext. 235
Email: clarkl@nemcsa.org
Function: Provide high quality, supportive learning experiences for children and families to promote their future success.
Services: Comprehensive preschool program for children ages 3-5. There is no charge for the program – families must qualify. Head Start services children with special needs.
Hours: Vary according to site. Centers run Monday through Thursday. Home-based determined by teacher/family.
Meetings: Could include monthly Parent meetings, bi-annual Family nights, quarterly Parent/Teacher conferences, and other activities.
SCHOOL SUCCESS PARTNERSHIP:
2375 Gordon Rd.
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Dorothy Pintar Phone: (989) 358-5006
Email: pintard@nemcsa.org
Function: Prevention program for students who are at risk for academic failure
Services: Operates in schools, working with all children referred for services.
NORTHEAST MICHIGAN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, (NEMCOG)
P.O. Box 457
Gaylord, MI 49735
Contact: Diane Rekowski, Exec. Director Phone: (989) 732-3551, ext. 21 or ext. 10
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
NORTHEAST MICHIGAN DEPRESSION & BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE, DBSA
112 Water St. (Located across from the Alpena Power Co. in downtown Alpena)
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Marcelle Levitt, Administrative Director Phone: (989) 354-4470
Email: nemdbsa@speednetllc.com National Affiliate Website: www.dbsalliance.org
Function: To provide self-help group and personal support and educational information to people affected by depression, bipolar, and related mood disorders, and to those who care about them. DBSA is a 501c(3) non-profit organization and a participating United Way Agency. All services are currently offered free of charge.
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Meetings: Weekly Peer-led support meetings are Tuesday 6:00-8:00 pm and Thursday 1:00-3:00 pm for adults over 18. Also, older adult group (60 +) is held Wednesday 2:00-3:30 pm.
Services: Mental health lending library and internet research room. Specialty group/classes are offered and are professionally led: Teen Depression/Bipolar Education, Parents and Family Bipolar Education, Dual Diagnosis Recovery and Anger/Stress Management.
C/o Jesse Besser Museum
491 Johnson Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Janet Romas, Vice President Phone: (989) 595-2384
Jesse Besser Museum (989) 356-2202
Email: jr333@chartermi.net Function: Researching family history
Meetings: Third Thursday each month except December at 7:00 pm at Jesse Besser Museum
Contact: Jim and Linda Wallen Phone: (989) 354-5720
Email: jwallen@charter.net
Function: To bring married couples closer together. To join the group, couples must have participated in an encounter weekend, which are held twice a year in the Alpena area.
836 E. Bay
East Tawas, MI 48730
Contact: Carole Adams Phone: (989) 356-6494
Email: tawas@trilliumstaffing.com Fax: (989) 362-6444
Function: NEMPA is chapter 421 of Society for Human Resource Management of Arlington, VA.
NORTHEAST MI REHABILITATION AND OPPORTUNITY CENTER, NEMROC, INC
800 Bolton Street
Box 645
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact:
Howard D. French, CEO
Website:
www.nemroc.com
Phone: (989)
356-6141
Email: howardf@nemroc.com Fax: (989) 356-1607
Function: To provide employment and training to people with disabilities of N.E. Michigan so they may attain their highest level of employment, personal and social skills.
Services: Employment. Work skill training. Delinquency Program (Turning Point Program). Transportation.
Hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday
1308 S. Third
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Harry Crocker, President Phone: (989) 356-4161
Email: hcrocker@freeway.net
Function: Meet in a warm and friendly environment to develop public speaking and listening skills. The goal is to help each participant to become effective communicators.
Meetings: Weekly, Monday, 6:30p.m. at Alpena Community College, Besser Tech, Room 107D, 665 Johnson St. Open to all interested persons, visitors welcome.
NORTHERN STROKES SUPPORT GROUP
1098 Wayne Rd.
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Joan Powers Phone: (989)356-1726
Function: Meetings held for stroke survivors and caregivers to provide support and education.
Works in collaboration with the National Stroke Association and Alpena Regional
Medical Center.
Meetings: Meets 3rd Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the Alpena Senior Center (no meetings in Nov. & Dec.)
P.O. Box 766
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Michael Dennis, President Phone: (989) 356-4755
Dana Howard, Vice President (989) 379-3604
(new term for Dana Howard as President starts October 2008)
Function: A volunteer organization of men and women representing a cross section of the community. We offer a variety of programs aimed at the youth of the area.
Meetings: General Membership: Thursday 7:00am at Elks Club. Board meets 2nd Tuesday,
At 7:00pm at Elks Club.
120 E. Blair St
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Kara LaMarre Phone: (989) 356-3474, ext. 216
Fax: (989) 354-0855
Function: To provide information and support to people with Parkinson's Disease and their families and caregivers.
Meetings: 4th Monday of the month at 1:00 PM at the AMAESD Building, 2118 US 23 S. (across from Pizza Hut).
PARTNERS IN PREVENTION
3022 S US 23, Suite C
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Carlene Przykucki, Executive Director Phone: (989) 356-2880
Mary Schalk, Support Group Phone: (800) 354-2880
Email: nemcpi@verizon.net Fax: (989) 354-6939
Hours: Monday-Friday, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Function: To promote research-based programs & services that prevent misuse of alcohol, prescription drugs, inhalants, tobacco, and illegal drugs in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency & Presque Isle counties. Seeks to increase developmental assets of youth and positive parenting skills to aid in prevention. Offers information, education, alternative activities, and approaches to change.
Services: Training, presentations, and free materials; Regional Alcohol & Drug Awareness Resource (RADAR); Alpena County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition; Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Family Support Group; Parenting Awareness & Recognition Team; Presque Isle Alcohol Abuse Awareness Campaign Team; Annual Recognition Awards Program.
PIED PIPER OPPORTUNITY CENTER
444 Wilson Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Jeff Reinelt, Principal Phone: (989) 356-1414
Fax: (989) 356-4358 Email: reineltj@amaesd.k12.mi.us
Function: Center based program for mentally impaired students.
801W. Chisholm Street
Alpena, MI 49707 Phone: (989) 358-9888 or (989) 354-6089
Contact: Sylvia Owens, Director
Function: Education, referral, information, pregnancy testing, practical help in emergency situations. All services are free of charge. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
Meetings: Quarterly meetings of Board of Directors or as needed.
2323 Us 23 South
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Majors Joan and Craig Stoker
Suzanne Adams, Office Manager
Email: Craig_Stoker@usc.salvationarmy.org Phone: (989) 358-2769
Website: www.usc.salvationarmy.org Fax: (989) 354-5120
Hours: 9:00a.m.-4:00p.m. By appointment only.
Function: Our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet the human needs in His name without discrimination.
Services: Included but not limited to: Preliminary budget counseling; food; housing/shelter; utility assistance; clothing; household/furniture; medical/dental/prescription; gasoline; bus tickets; vehicle repairs; information and referrals; Pastoral counsel
Food Pantry: Tuesday-Thursday 9:30a.m.-12:00noon.
SHELTER, INC.
P.O. Box 797
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Sandra Pilgrim-Lewis, Exec. Director Phone: (989) 356-2560
Fax: (989) 356-6659 Local Hotline: (800)-396-9129
Email: slewis@shelterincalpena.org
Website: www.shelterincalpena.org
Function: Shelter Inc. is a community supported human service organization dedicated to assisting victims/survivors of abuse and their families to end violence and discrimination.
Meetings: Domestic violence and sexual assault Women’s support group meets Wed. 7:00pm.
Services: Shelter Inc. offers a variety of services for helping victims/survivors and their families with effects of domestic violence and sexual assault issues, such as: individual or group counseling, Legal Advocacy, educational resources, support groups, job seeking help, transitional housing, permanent supportive, Links to home ownership counseling, help with obtaining clothing, household goods and supplies.
SIGHT FOR STUDENTS
Phone: (800) 852-7600, ext. 5156 Website: www.sightforstudents.org
Function: Provide gift certificate for children to receive a free eye exam and glasses if prescribed.
111 North Fourth
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Nancy McKee-Marshall, Manager Phone: (800) 772-1213 or (989) 354-4140
Website: www.ssa.gov Fax: (989) 354-4281
T.D.D.: (for Deaf), (800)-325-0778
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.
Function: Representatives available to assist individuals in filing for retirement, survivors, disability, Medicare, and supplemental security payments. Also assist in answering inquiries about programs and help beneficiaries with Social Security problems.
SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
805 W. Chisholm Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Sheri Allen
Phone: (989)
354-3671 (store)
(989) 354-0777 (referral office)
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30a.m.-5:00p.m., Saturday 10:00a.m.-2:00p.m.
Function: Wherever there are people in need of food, clothing, housing, medicine, employment, education, etc. the society offers care and help. Thrift store with used clothing or furniture that may be purchased or donated to the needy. Donations are welcome.
STRAITS AREA OSTOMY ASSOCIATION
P.O. Box 792
Petoskey, MI 49770
Contact: Arlie Black Phone: (989) 379-4093
Linda Smith (Alpena)
Charlene Taylor (Petoskey
Function: Psychological and moral support for ostomates and their families. Newsletter and hospital visits available.
Meetings: Meets monthly in various cities in N.E. Michigan. (no meetings Dec., Jan., Feb.)
ST. BERNARD FRIENDSHIP ROOM (Soup Kitchen)
322 W. Chisholm Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Annette Brewington Phone: (989) 354-8018
Hours: 3:00pm - 6:00pm, doors open at 4:00pm
Services: St. Bernard Soup Kitchen provides hot meals Monday through Friday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm, Saturday 3:00pm-4:00pm. Anyone asking for a meal will be fed without charge and without questions asked. This is a volunteer service subsidized by financial and food contributions from the Alpena community and surrounding area.
P.O. Box 65
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Lee Shirey Phone: (989) 354-2666
Email: targetalpena@chartermi.net Fax: (989) 356-3999
Function: Community Economic development; 501© 3
Services: Revolving loan programs; Industrial Parks; Grant assistance; Special projects; Job creation and retention
THUNDER BAY ARTS COUNCIL, INC. (TBAC)
309 1/2 N. Second Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Duane Beyer, President Phone: (989) 356-6678
Email: tbarts@freeway.net
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:00am – 12:00 noon
Function: The mission of Thunder Bay Arts Council is to facilitate and coordinate the presentation of both performing and visual arts within the Northeast Michigan region.
Services: 8 concerts per year; Art on the Bay, 2 Community Chorus concerts per year.
Meetings: Board meetings the first Monday of each month.
1366 Fox Farm Drive
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Esther Cole Phone: (989) 354-8361
Chan Roach (989) 356-4308
Email: chanroach@hotmail.com
Function: To promote ecological concerns of the area, including preserving wildlife habitat and educating community as to problems concerning all wildlife but particularly birds.
Meetings: Announced by the media.
11768 Hubbard Lake Rd
Hubbard Lake, MI 49766
Contact: Paul Coleman Phone: (989) 464-1276, (989 354-6543
Website: http://home.earthlink.net/~glrmi243 Email: glrmi243@earthlink.net
Function: Since its formation in 1941, Civil Air Patrol (“CAP”) has been dedicated to serving its local community, state and nation. Today, CAP supports three primary missions for both its Senior Members (adult members) and Cadets (youth ages 12 to 18 years old):
Cadet Programs – focuses on developing the leadership skill of out Cadet members through hands on experience and training.
Aerospace Education – educates both CAP members and the community at large about the importance and fun of aerospace education and flight.
Emergency Services – assisting our community in times of emergency, supporting search and rescue efforts, disaster relief operations and even assistance in counter drug efforts.
THUNDER BAY NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY
The Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center
500 W. Fletcher St.
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Cathy Green
Phone: (989) 356-8805 (Cathy ext. 10, Sanctuary Store ext. 18, Reception ext. 13)
Fax: (989) 354-0144
Email: cathy.green@noaa.gov Website: www.thunderbay.noaa.gov
Function: The mission of the National Marine Sanctuary Program is to serve as the trustee for the nation’s system of marine protected areas, as well as to conserve, protect, and enhance the biodiversity, ecological integrity, and cultural legacy of these ecosystems.
Services: Exhibits open to the public (free admission), group and school tours and presentations by appointment, documentaries and films shown in 90-person theater, Sanctuary Store gift shop, teacher training workshops, volunteer program.
Hours: Monday-Saturday 10 am-4 pm (Thursday 10 am-7 pm)
P.O. Box751
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Jerry Meek, Secretary Phone: (989) 354-6923
Email: jfmeek@verizon.net
Function: Improve and maintain water quality and aesthetic appearance of the river. Provide
education about the river.
Meetings: Held three times per year. Call for dates
Services: Providing environmental information on the Thunder Bay River watershed. Provide maintenance in Sytek Park.
THUNDER BAY THEATRE (TBT)
400 N. Second Ave
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Gordon Snow, President Phone: Theatre (989) 354-2267
J. R. Rodriquez, President
Email: tbt@ThunderBayTheater.com
Function: TBT is dedicated to providing quality cultural enrichment to the Alpena area. It offers a wide range of theatrical productions to the community and area schools. TBT's Creative Arts Centre provides the opportunity for young people to take drama classes and workshops and to participate in TBT's Theatre For Kids productions. TBT is the only year round professional non equity theatre in northern Michigan.
Meetings: Call Box Office, (989) 354-2267 for current schedule.
2700 Beebe Blvd.
Ossineke, MI 49766
Contact: Vince Call Phone: (989) 356-9216
Jeff Blumenthal
Website: www.ThunderBayTrails.org
Function: Non-motorized trail advocacy. To promote and protect non-motorized trail systems in Alpena county and adjoining areas. Cooperative volunteer with Michigan DNR to maintain and groom trails for year-round use for hiking, biking, cross country skiing at Chippewa Hills and Norway Ridge trail systems.
Meetings: Typically held the first Monday of the month, 7:00 p.m. at Alpena Community College.
TOPS CLUB, INC. (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) Chapter 883
1101 Dow Rd.
Alpena, MI 48707
Contact: Dolores Baker Phone: (989) 356-1817
Function:
Non-profit weight loss support group.
Services: Provide support and encouragement to those trying to
lose weight.
Meetings: Tuesday weigh-in 4:15-5:00pm. Meeting 5:30pm at St. Paul
Lutheran Church
124 E. Washington
Alpena, MI 49707
Phone: (989) 356-0576 Email: rector@trinityalpena.com
Function: The church is a location for community meetings and activities, the Sunday Supper soup kitchen.
U.A.W. RETIRED WORKERS
Drop-in Center
2477 U.S. 23 South
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Ray Leggett Phone: (989) 356-4959, call to notify of incoming fax
Hours: Drop-in center open 10:00a.m. - 2:00p.m., Wednesday and Thursday
Function: NE Michigan Retired Workers - Meetings of changes in contracts, volunteer to get the vote out, drop in office for retired workers questions, fellowship of retired UAW workers
Services: Food for the needy, donations to fund certain organizations
Meetings: First Wednesday of each month at The VFW Post #2496, 2900 Connon St., Alpena at 11:00 am.
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
FARM SERVICE AGENCY (FSA)
1900
W. M-32
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact:
Paul
J. Anstead, County Executive Director (CED)
Email:
paul.anstead@mi.usda.gov
Phone:
(989) 356-3596
Website:
www.fsa.usda.gov
Fax:
(989) 356-2401
Function:
Administer federal farm programs
Services:
Financial assistance to agriculture producers
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION
1900 M-32 West
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Grant Sork, Resource Conservationist Phone: (989) 356-3596.
Email: grant.sork@mi.usda.gov
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.
Function: Provide technical assistance to landowners, units of government, and groups - primarily through the soil conservation districts. Technical services involve planning and implementing measures that relate to the protection and improvement of soil, water and other natural resources.
UNITED WAY OF NORTHEAST MICHIGAN
701 Woodward Avenue, Alpena MI 49707
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Germaine P. Stoppa, Executive Director Phone: (989) 354-2221
Email: uwnemi@charterinternet.com Fax: (989) 356-5782
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30a.m. - 12:00 noon, 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.
Function: The object of this organization shall be to receive contributions, gifts, and grants of money and to administer the same for charitable, recreational, and philanthropic uses. To study and keep abreast of the unmet social welfare needs in the community and to determine the appropriate source of financing such programs as may be needed and to cooperate in the planning and development of such services.
Meetings: Regular Board meetings held 2nd Tuesday each month at 4:00p.m., except September - November at United Way office. Open to the public.
UPWARD BOUND PROGRAM
665
Johnson St.
Alpena, MI
49707
Contact: Joe Klemens, Director Phone:
(989) 358-7260
Email:
klemensj@alpenacc.edu
Function:
A
federally funded grant program whose goal is to help participants develop the
skills
and motivation necessary for successful completion of post-secondary education. Students must meet eligibility requirements.
Services: Work with 70 area high school students.
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS-POST #2496 (VFW)
2900 Connon Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Joan Van Etter, Lounge
Mgr. Phone: (989)
354-8021(lounge)
Function: Promote Americanism, give aid to area Veterans and their families, aid Senior Citizens, loan hospital beds, wheelchairs, crutches, etc. Provide community service. Promote all sports and sponsor teams for youth. Hall is available to rent for banquets and weddings. Ladies Auxiliary provides catering service.
Services: HURON BRAVES (Military Order of Cooties, Pup Tent #96) Contact: Joe Mouthaan, Phone: (989) 727-2888. Function: Honor degree of VFW; works with Veterans in Hospitals.
LADIES AUXILIARY, VFW POST #2496 Contact: Barn LaMay, Phone: (989) 356-1960. Function: Visits nursing homes with fruit baskets and social activities.
Hours: Sunday-Monday, 12:00noon-9:00pm. Tuesday-Saturday, 12:00noon-11:00pm.
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 3890 (VFW)
133 W. Fletcher
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Thomas Keen, Commander Phone: (989) 595-2791
Function: Promote Americanism, give aid to Veterans and their families, aid Senior Citizens, and provide community service.
Services: AUXILIARY. Contact: Linda Millard.
Function: Community service projects, i.e., hospital sewing and beautification.
VETERANS OF THE VIETNAM WAR, INC.
P.O. Box 694
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Richard Hampsher Phone: (989) 354-3555
Function: Help veterans and families to help people of Alpena. Work with area schools to educate students about the effects of wars, including World War II and Korean War.
Meetings: Meets at VFW Post#2496. Call for details.
Prosecutor's Office, County Annex
719 W. Chisholm Street, Ste 2
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Nancy Szejbach Phone: (989) 354 9748
Fax: (989) 354-9788
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m.
Function: To keep Crime Victims informed of their rights as ordered by the Crime Victims Act that was approved by the State of Michigan on October 9, 1985.
Services: Inform victims of crimes of legal rights, accompany victims to court upon request, assist in filing applications for Crime Victims Compensation (based upon request and eligibility), advise victim of status of case (upon request), referrals counseling if necessary.
ZONTA CLUB OF ALPENA
P.O. Box 185
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: President, Karen Kamszek Phone: (989) 356-2255 (w)
(989) 356-3228 (h)
Email: zontaclubofalpena@hotmail.com
Function: The Zonta Club of Alpena, as a member of Zonta International, strives to empower and enrich the lives of women in our community and worldwide, through education, service, advocacy, and financial support.
Meetings: First and third Thursday of each month, Holiday Inn of Alpena at noon
ZONTA CLUB OF ALPENA, TRI-COUNTY AREA
P.O. Box 564
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Peggy Donakowski, Pres. Phone: (989) 356-6870 (h)
Joann Kamsycek, Vice Pres. (989)356-1880(w)
Services: Business women service organization; Community services, hands-on activities
Meetings: SecondTuesday of month. Call for details.