April 2024

So just as we discussed last week, we all have the ability to become our healthiest self, and health can look different for everyone. For example, starting to pay attention more to nutrition and make healthier food choices could be health for someone who struggles with obesity, while loosening up on nutrition “control” and incorporating more types of food could be health for someone who has struggled with an eating disorder. Additionally, health is not just physical. It goes much deeper than exercise and nutrition; it includes our mindset and thoughts, outlook on life, relationships, and more. So, by shifting our actions and our thoughts, we can all achieve the healthiest version of ourselves.

Love dogs and have the acting bug? We need you! We are seeking 8-10 volunteers to assist with evaluations for our canine teams and Team Leaders for Hope Animal-Assisted Crisis Response evaluations on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 10:3011:30 am and 1:30-2:30 pm. The event will take place at the Marquette Township Fire and Rescue, 2801 Venture Drive, Marquette, Michigan. A simulated Red Cross shelter will be set up, following a disaster, and you will have the opportunity to portray various victims. This experience is beneficial for newcomers, and you’ll also have the chance to interact with some adorable dogs.

Farms for Folks (FFF) is proud to announce its continued commitment to providing fresh, locally sourced food to Alger County residents through its expanded program in 2024. Since its inception in 2020, Farms for Folks has been dedicated to addressing food accessibility issues in the community, and this year, the program is set to serve even more households.

If you’ve been to the Munising Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market in the past few years, you’re probably familiar with artist Julie Highlen’s work. Whether soaring trees on canvas or bright-eyed owls on wooddisc miniatures, her unmistakable style brings the viewer a feeling of joy.

The second annual Meet Your Farmer was held at the Rock River Township Community Library on Saturday, March 30th, from 9 am to 12 pm. Mary Kramer-Rabine and Jennifer Wood organized the event every year in hopes of informing the local community about what is happening right in their township and the surrounding area. Ten farmers participated in Saturday’s event. The morning began with a social - participants enjoyed a table of free snacks and food (most made by the farmers themselves), perused tables of products brought by participating farmers, purchased products ranging from handwoven rugs, homemade breads, fresh greens, duck eggs, ground beef, and chatted with the farmers. From 9:30 am to 11:30 am, farmers took turns presenting information about their farms: where they are located, their history, their farming practices, what they offer the community, followed by questions and answers. Free door prizes were drawn throughout the morning, and the morning ended with a second social. Farms participating this year included: Yooper Country, Cold Springs Farm, Pileated Farms, Case Country Farm, Bahrman Potato Farm, Full Plate, UP Gourmet, and Rock River Farm. Mary and Jennifer plan to continue organizing Meet Your Farmer events in the spring every year. If you would like more information on this event or if you would like to participate next year, feel free to reach out at rrtlibrary@gmail.com.