Alpena Library Reading Buddies
PDF Version of the Flyer
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PDF Version of the Flyer
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APS Employment- Bus Driver/Relief Driver
https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/employment-opportunities
The Historical Significance
1. Delayed Freedom: Although President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, it was unenforceable in Confederate states without Union military presence. Because Texas was geographically isolated and under heavy Confederate control, the 250,000 enslaved people there remained in bondage long after the Proclamation.
2. General Order No. 3: On June 19, 1865, Union Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and read General Order No. 3, which stated that all enslaved people were free.
3. The Second Independence Day: Because it marks the moment the promises of the Emancipation Proclamation were actually enforced for the last major holdout in the Confederacy, Juneteenth is widely viewed as a celebration of true American independence and the resilience of Black Americans.
1. Delayed Freedom: Although President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, it was unenforceable in Confederate states without Union military presence. Because Texas was geographically isolated and under heavy Confederate control, the 250,000 enslaved people there remained in bondage long after the Proclamation.
2. General Order No. 3: On June 19, 1865, Union Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and read General Order No. 3, which stated that all enslaved people were free.
3. The Second Independence Day: Because it marks the moment the promises of the Emancipation Proclamation were actually enforced for the last major holdout in the Confederacy, Juneteenth is widely viewed as a celebration of true American independence and the resilience of Black Americans.
APS families, students and staff, if you would like to participate in the 4th of July Parade this year, please contact the Superintendent's Office (989) 358-5042 or mayoe@alpenaschools.com to let us know you would like to join in the fun!
APS Pre-school (2 classrooms at Besser) Any area families are eligible
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District Health Department #4 Back to School Health Screenings
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UPDATE June 25th class in now full. August class is now moved to August 7th and there are openings available.
Safe Sitter Class one on June 25th, 2026 & one on August 14th, 2026, at the Alpena Public Library. The class is for students who are in 6th grade, 7th grade, and 8th grade. For more information email: vcousineau@alconahc.org or by phone: 989-356-4049 Ext:2280.
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Summer Food Resource- Not APS Sponsored
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APS Employment-Secretary Career and Technical Education/Accounts Payable
https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/employment-opportunities
APS Employment-Special Education Teacher
https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/employment-opportunities
AmeriCorps College Completion Coach or Advise MI College Advisor needed for Alpena High School/ACES Academy for 2026/2027 School Year
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1cc7b335-c707-4346-8444-93785889e3fc&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=580260&lang=en_US
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1cc7b335-c707-4346-8444-93785889e3fc&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=580260&lang=en_US
The Friendship Room at St. Bernard's (No age restrictions, available all year) 322 W. Chisholm Street (989) 354-8018 Monday to Friday 4-5:30 P.M. Saturday 2:30-4 P.M.
Boys and Girls Club of Alpena (19 and under) 801 W Miller Street (989) 356 0214
Meal time is M-F at 4pm
You do not have to be a member to receive a meal. Membership is $50 per year with scholarships available.
THE SALVATION ARMY Food and Hygiene Pantry (Please call for an appointment)
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 3:30 pm 772 N. 2nd Ave. (989) 358-2769
St. Vincent de Paul
2635 US 23 South, Alpena / 989 464 6375 By appointment Food Support T/TH 11:30-2:15 PM families are allowed to utilize the pantry once a month.
Trinity Episcopal Church at 124 East Washington, 989-356-0576. Dinner served on Sundays from 4-5 p.m. All are welcome. Food pantry available by appointment. 989 356 0576
Grace Lutheran 119 W. Dunbar Food Pantry which is open 24/7. There is an outdoor box and inside cabinet in the entrance to the Parish Ed building.
ACC has a food pantry in Besser Technical Center. Anyone enrolled at ACC has access
Sunrise Community Food Pantry - Hubbard Lake Bible Church 2nd & 4th Wednesday
FFA Little Food Pantry at Alpena High School in the rear traffic circle off Garden Street
Boys and Girls Club of Alpena (19 and under) 801 W Miller Street (989) 356 0214
Meal time is M-F at 4pm
You do not have to be a member to receive a meal. Membership is $50 per year with scholarships available.
THE SALVATION ARMY Food and Hygiene Pantry (Please call for an appointment)
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 3:30 pm 772 N. 2nd Ave. (989) 358-2769
St. Vincent de Paul
2635 US 23 South, Alpena / 989 464 6375 By appointment Food Support T/TH 11:30-2:15 PM families are allowed to utilize the pantry once a month.
Trinity Episcopal Church at 124 East Washington, 989-356-0576. Dinner served on Sundays from 4-5 p.m. All are welcome. Food pantry available by appointment. 989 356 0576
Grace Lutheran 119 W. Dunbar Food Pantry which is open 24/7. There is an outdoor box and inside cabinet in the entrance to the Parish Ed building.
ACC has a food pantry in Besser Technical Center. Anyone enrolled at ACC has access
Sunrise Community Food Pantry - Hubbard Lake Bible Church 2nd & 4th Wednesday
FFA Little Food Pantry at Alpena High School in the rear traffic circle off Garden Street
District Health Department #4 Back to School Health Screenings
PDF Version of the flyer
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Not an APS Sponsored Event
Huron Pines is hosting a new event on July 9th called Picnic & Pages. It is an invitation to slow down, unplug and enjoy a summer afternoon at the Hubbard Lake Nature Preserve. Attendees are encouraged to bring a book, pack a picnic or blanket, and spend time reading, relaxing and soaking up the outdoors. The event is free and open to everyone.
PDF Version of the flyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T4Z3VtPE8qBoXMuU0t37OGcGPM5sUyON/view?usp=sharing
Huron Pines is hosting a new event on July 9th called Picnic & Pages. It is an invitation to slow down, unplug and enjoy a summer afternoon at the Hubbard Lake Nature Preserve. Attendees are encouraged to bring a book, pack a picnic or blanket, and spend time reading, relaxing and soaking up the outdoors. The event is free and open to everyone.
PDF Version of the flyer https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T4Z3VtPE8qBoXMuU0t37OGcGPM5sUyON/view?usp=sharing
Welcome to the Northeast Michigan Mental Health Map.
As you look to chart a way to a healthier life, whether that be for yourself or someone you love, know you are not alone, and help is available. With a focus on getting well and the willingness to advocate for yourself to get the correct treatment, you will be able to gain more control over your brain and behaviors to start living the life you deserve. As you explore the many paths on this map, you are likely to discover options you didn’t know about. Utilize all this tool has to offer and find the one that is best for you!
https://www.partnersinpreventionnemi.org/mental-health-map
As you look to chart a way to a healthier life, whether that be for yourself or someone you love, know you are not alone, and help is available. With a focus on getting well and the willingness to advocate for yourself to get the correct treatment, you will be able to gain more control over your brain and behaviors to start living the life you deserve. As you explore the many paths on this map, you are likely to discover options you didn’t know about. Utilize all this tool has to offer and find the one that is best for you!
https://www.partnersinpreventionnemi.org/mental-health-map
APS Employment-Instructional Assistants All Levels
https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/employment-opportunities
https://www.alpenaschools.com/page/employment-opportunities
