Community Calendar
April Events 2023
Fiber Art & Watercolor Paintings Display by Patty Clark: APRIL 1ST- 28TH, at Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. Free of Charge.
Off the Wall Movie Night & Potluck: THURSDAY, APRIL 6TH, Potluck Dinner: 6pm, Movie: 7pm, Free of Charge. Please call the library at 231-331-4318 for movie details and to sign up for the potluck. Sponsored by Friends of Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden.
Antrim Photography Workshop Open House: TUESDAY, APRIL 11TH, 5:30pm, Come join local photographers Lisa Lirones and Andrea Teboe for a discussion on camera basics and get signed up for the new workshop season. Membership is $50.00. Date & time changes may arise. Contact Lisa 231-313-8820 or LL.pics44@gmail.com to confirm before program. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318
Book Sale: THURSDAY, APRIL 13TH thru SATURDAY APRIL 15TH, Available items: books, audio books, DVDs, music CDs & puzzles. Th & Fri 9am-5pm / Sat 9am-2pm. Sponsored by Friends of the Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Books ‘n Brie Book Club: THURSDAY, APRIL13TH, 3:30pm. Enjoy the company of fellow book lovers while discussing “The Lincoln Highway” by Amor Towles. Free of charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Friends of the Library Meeting: THURSDAY, APRIL 20TH, 9:30am social time, 10am meeting. Join the friends for a cup of coffee and snacks at their monthly meeting. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Mah Jongg: TUESDAYS, 1-4pm. People of all skill levels are invited to play. Free of Charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Alden Knitters & Crocheters: TUESDAYS, 2-4pm. People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Basketry with Dorothy Walter: WEDNESDAYS, 1-4pm. Previous experience is not required, join anytime. $5 fee covers materials. For more info, contact Dorothy at 231-331-6583. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Note: Sign-up is now occurring for the following 2 events, that begin the first week of May. We appreciate anything you can do to promote them now.
Beginning Bridge: Come learn to play bridge, refresh your bridge skills, practice current Standard American Bridge. This nine-week course is held on Tuesdays, 10am-12pm and runs from May 2ND-June 27TH. Held at Helena Township Community Center and sponsored by Alden District Library. Lessons, taught by Judy King. Free Event. Meet some bridge players and have fun! To sign up, contact Judy at ki8ju@aol.com or 231-590-7293.
199er Bridge Game & Free Lessons: EVERY WEDNESDAY May 3RD- Oct 25TH, Except the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Free lessons at 11:30am and ACBL-sanctioned bridge game begins at 12:30pm. Cost $5.00. For more details, contact Lou Slyker at 248-770-6152 or Ljslyker@gmail.com Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. March Events 2023 Nature & Wildlife Photography Display by Teresa McGill: MARCH 1ST- 30TH, at Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. Free of Charge.
Off the Wall Movie Night & Potluck: THURSDAY, MARCH 2ND, Potluck Dinner: 6pm, Movie: 7pm, Free of Charge. Please call the library at 231-331-4318 for movie details and to sign up for the potluck. Sponsored by Friends of Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden.
Books ‘n Brie Book Club: THURSDAY, MARCH 9TH, 3:30pm. Enjoy the company of fellow book lovers while discussing “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray. Free of charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Friends of the Library Meeting: THURSDAY, MARCH 16TH, 9:30am social time, 10am meeting. Join the friends for a cup of coffee and snacks at their monthly meeting. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Mah Jongg: TUESDAYS, 1-4pm. People of all skill levels are invited to play. Free of Charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Alden Knitters & Crocheters: TUESDAYS, 2-4pm. People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Basketry with Dorothy Walter: WEDNESDAYS, 1-4pm. Previous experience is not required, join anytime. $5 fee covers materials. For more info, contact Dorothy at 231-331-6583. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. February Events 2023F Native American Storyteller Doll Display by Marilyn Dewey: FEBRUARY 1ST- 28TH, at Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. Free of Charge.
Off the Wall Movie Night & Potluck: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND, Potluck Dinner: 6pm, Movie: 7pm, Free of Charge. Please call the library at 231-331-4318 for movie details and to sign up for the potluck. Sponsored by Alden District Library & Friends. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden.
Books ‘n Brie Book Club: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 3:30pm. Enjoy light snacks, beverages and the company of fellow book lovers while discussing “The Woman They Could Not Silence” by Kate Moore. Free of charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Friends of the Library Meeting: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH, 9:30am social time, 10am meeting. Join the friends for a cup of coffee and snacks at their monthly meeting. Free of charge. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
The History of Helena Township Cemetery: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH, 2pm. Paul DeLange, president of Helena Township Historical Society, will discuss the origins of the cemetery, burial grounds, gravesites, graveyards and other facts. Free of Charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library & Friends. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden. 231-331-4318.Mah Jongg: TUESDAYS, 1-4pm. People of all skill levels are invited to play. Free of Charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Basketry with Dorothy Walter: WEDNESDAYS, 1-4pm. Previous experience is not required, join anytime. $5 fee covers materials. For more info, contact Dorothy at 231-331-6583. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Off the Wall Movie Night & Potluck: THURSDAY, APRIL 6TH, Potluck Dinner: 6pm, Movie: 7pm, Free of Charge. Please call the library at 231-331-4318 for movie details and to sign up for the potluck. Sponsored by Friends of Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden.
Antrim Photography Workshop Open House: TUESDAY, APRIL 11TH, 5:30pm, Come join local photographers Lisa Lirones and Andrea Teboe for a discussion on camera basics and get signed up for the new workshop season. Membership is $50.00. Date & time changes may arise. Contact Lisa 231-313-8820 or LL.pics44@gmail.com to confirm before program. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318
Book Sale: THURSDAY, APRIL 13TH thru SATURDAY APRIL 15TH, Available items: books, audio books, DVDs, music CDs & puzzles. Th & Fri 9am-5pm / Sat 9am-2pm. Sponsored by Friends of the Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Books ‘n Brie Book Club: THURSDAY, APRIL13TH, 3:30pm. Enjoy the company of fellow book lovers while discussing “The Lincoln Highway” by Amor Towles. Free of charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Friends of the Library Meeting: THURSDAY, APRIL 20TH, 9:30am social time, 10am meeting. Join the friends for a cup of coffee and snacks at their monthly meeting. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Mah Jongg: TUESDAYS, 1-4pm. People of all skill levels are invited to play. Free of Charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Alden Knitters & Crocheters: TUESDAYS, 2-4pm. People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Basketry with Dorothy Walter: WEDNESDAYS, 1-4pm. Previous experience is not required, join anytime. $5 fee covers materials. For more info, contact Dorothy at 231-331-6583. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Note: Sign-up is now occurring for the following 2 events, that begin the first week of May. We appreciate anything you can do to promote them now.
Beginning Bridge: Come learn to play bridge, refresh your bridge skills, practice current Standard American Bridge. This nine-week course is held on Tuesdays, 10am-12pm and runs from May 2ND-June 27TH. Held at Helena Township Community Center and sponsored by Alden District Library. Lessons, taught by Judy King. Free Event. Meet some bridge players and have fun! To sign up, contact Judy at ki8ju@aol.com or 231-590-7293.
199er Bridge Game & Free Lessons: EVERY WEDNESDAY May 3RD- Oct 25TH, Except the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Free lessons at 11:30am and ACBL-sanctioned bridge game begins at 12:30pm. Cost $5.00. For more details, contact Lou Slyker at 248-770-6152 or Ljslyker@gmail.com Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. March Events 2023 Nature & Wildlife Photography Display by Teresa McGill: MARCH 1ST- 30TH, at Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. Free of Charge.
Off the Wall Movie Night & Potluck: THURSDAY, MARCH 2ND, Potluck Dinner: 6pm, Movie: 7pm, Free of Charge. Please call the library at 231-331-4318 for movie details and to sign up for the potluck. Sponsored by Friends of Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden.
Books ‘n Brie Book Club: THURSDAY, MARCH 9TH, 3:30pm. Enjoy the company of fellow book lovers while discussing “The Personal Librarian” by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray. Free of charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Friends of the Library Meeting: THURSDAY, MARCH 16TH, 9:30am social time, 10am meeting. Join the friends for a cup of coffee and snacks at their monthly meeting. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Mah Jongg: TUESDAYS, 1-4pm. People of all skill levels are invited to play. Free of Charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Alden Knitters & Crocheters: TUESDAYS, 2-4pm. People of all skill levels, including beginners, are welcome! For more info, contact Sue Archer at 231-944-0013. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Basketry with Dorothy Walter: WEDNESDAYS, 1-4pm. Previous experience is not required, join anytime. $5 fee covers materials. For more info, contact Dorothy at 231-331-6583. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. February Events 2023F Native American Storyteller Doll Display by Marilyn Dewey: FEBRUARY 1ST- 28TH, at Alden District Library, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318. Free of Charge.
Off the Wall Movie Night & Potluck: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 2ND, Potluck Dinner: 6pm, Movie: 7pm, Free of Charge. Please call the library at 231-331-4318 for movie details and to sign up for the potluck. Sponsored by Alden District Library & Friends. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden.
Books ‘n Brie Book Club: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 3:30pm. Enjoy light snacks, beverages and the company of fellow book lovers while discussing “The Woman They Could Not Silence” by Kate Moore. Free of charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Friends of the Library Meeting: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16TH, 9:30am social time, 10am meeting. Join the friends for a cup of coffee and snacks at their monthly meeting. Free of charge. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
The History of Helena Township Cemetery: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19TH, 2pm. Paul DeLange, president of Helena Township Historical Society, will discuss the origins of the cemetery, burial grounds, gravesites, graveyards and other facts. Free of Charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library & Friends. Held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden. 231-331-4318.Mah Jongg: TUESDAYS, 1-4pm. People of all skill levels are invited to play. Free of Charge. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
Basketry with Dorothy Walter: WEDNESDAYS, 1-4pm. Previous experience is not required, join anytime. $5 fee covers materials. For more info, contact Dorothy at 231-331-6583. Sponsored by Alden District Library and held at Helena Township Community Center, 8751 Helena Rd, Alden, 231-331-4318.
