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Happenings
January 21, 2020
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422 W. Houghton Ave.
West Branch, MI 48661
989-345-2821
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- New Chamber Members
- Chamber Member Spotlight
- Chamber Connections
- Business After Hours
- West Branch Visitors Bureau
- West Branch & Rising Tide
- West Branch Branding
- Chamber Winter Ball Information
- Business & Community Expo & Job Fair
- West Branch Playing Cards
- Businesses that are Hiring
- Sunrise Side Lifelong Learning Events
- Kleenex Drive from Now Through Jan.
- Ogemaw Humane Society Events
- Cottage Vision Designs Classes
- GLD Management Apartment Openings
- Claws and Paws Rescue Events & Calendar Information
- City of West Branch - Take a Coat - Leave a Coat Drive
- MSU Extension Events
- MidMichigan Health New Director
- Jan. 15 - Feb. 26, Quit Smoking Sessions
- Jan. 23-26, OHHS Presents 12th Annual Murder Mystery
- Jan. 25, Moose Lodge Events & Calendars
- Jan. 25, Bagging for Tips
- Jan. 25, Bell's Tap Takeover
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- Jan. 26, Clear Lake Bar Dart Tournament
- Jan. 26, Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
- Jan. 29, Tip Night-Claws & Paws Rescue at Clear Lake Bar
- Jan. 31, Roaring Twenties at The Highway Brewing Company
- Feb.1, Rock for Rescues - Ogemaw County Humane Society
- Feb. 1, The Knitting Group at A&B Coffeehouse & Cafe'
- Feb. 1, Back to the 90's Party at Coco Cabana's
- Feb. 2, Super Bowl Party - Coco Cabana's
- Feb. 3, Pints & Paints at The Highway Brewing Company
- Feb. 8, Bake Sale Claws and Paws Rescue
- Feb. 8 & 9, Clear Lake Bar Broomball Tournament
- Feb. 13, Romantic Dinner for two Cooking Class
- Feb, 14, GAP Family Fun Night
- Feb. 15, Goldfish Race - Logger's Depot
- Feb. 20, Sip & Sushi at Tipsy Bear Bistro
- Feb. 20, Mission and Movie Trivia Kickoff Celebration
- Feb. 22, Ogemaw Hills Snowmobile Club Show, Ride & Open House
- Feb. 23, 2nd Annual Northern Slipper Wedding Expo
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Welcome New Chamber Members!
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Good Times Travel 'N Tours, LLC
493 Victorian Ct.
West Branch, MI 48661
Phone: 989-345-7374
Fax: 989-701-2399
Buccilli's Pizza
221 W. Houghton Ave.
West Branch, MI 48661
989-345-8001
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West Branch Chiropractic Center
110 E. Houghton Ave
West Branch, M 48661
989-345-3310
Coalition of Hope
166 N. 5th St.
West Branch, MI 48661
989-345-5571
More Information to come
Toys for Tots of Ogemaw County
Shannon - 989-915-7609
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Chamber Connections & Business After Hours
***If you would like to sponsor either of these in 2020,
please let us know they are filling up.
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Thank You to Morris-Richardson Real Estate for hosting the January Chamber Connection and Thank you to everyone that attended. February 14th Chamber Connection will be hosted by
West Branch District Library located at 119 4th St.
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Thank you to
St. Vincent DePaul for hosting the
January Business After Hours and
Thank you to everyone who attended. Please join us Feb. 20th sponsored by Coalition of Hope and A&B Coffeehouse & Cafe' for the next
Business After Hours!
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West Branch Visitors Bureau
422 Houghton Ave.
West Branch, MI
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West Branch Rising
Be "in the know" with what's happening in West Branch &
The Rising Tide Program
#WestBranchMichigan
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Here's the Deal......16th Chamber Winterball and Outstanding Business Awards!
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When: Feb. 29, Doors Open at 6 P.M.
Where: Forward Conference Center
There are a lot of Sponsorship Opportunities if you are interested. We are also taking Silent Auction items.
Please Call Heather or Nikki at 989-345-2821
or
Email if you have any questions, would like to be a sponsor, or for auction items.
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2020 Ogemaw County Business & Community Expo & Job Fair
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When: March 24 4-7 P.M.
Where: Ogemaw Heights High School
Largest networking event in Ogemaw County with several exhibitors showcasing there products and services.
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The West Branch
Playing Cards Are Here!! $5 each
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Stop by the Chamber Office (422 W. Houghton Ave. Next to the RailRoad Tracks) and Pick up your very own West Branch Playing Cards with 54 of your favorite local business's.
Call 989-345-2821 or
Email to reserve your decks.
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Russell Cellular is Hiring!!
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We are looking for a few team members to join us at the coffeehouse. Stop on down at 322 W Houghton Ave in West Branch and ask for Amy or Brian.
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Sunrise Side Lifelong Learning Events!
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Cottage Vision Designs Classes
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Snowy Cardinal in Tree Scene
Jan. 22, 2020 6-8 P.M.
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Clock Class
Jan. 27, 2020 6-8 P.M.
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Scrabble Wall Art
Feb. 17, 2020 6-8 P.M.
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There are some great volunteering opportunities coming up with Ogemaw County Humane Society! Please know that we need your support.
If you are interested in helping with office duties, please Call 989-343-7387.
I guess what we are trying to say is there is a LOT going on here and we need YOU!!!!
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From Now through January the West Branch Optimist Club is collecting boxes of Kleenex for all of the West Branch/Rose City Area Schools.
If you would like to donate some Kleenex contact your West Branch Optimist Club Member or Contact Phill Losee at 989-965-3100
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Are You Ready To Quit Smoking?
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Wednesday's - Jan. 15 - Feb. 26 2020, 5-7 P.M.
MidMichigan Medical Center- West Branch Nursing Library, 2463 S. M-30
Registration is Required.
To register, please visit
Here
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More Events going on with MSU Extension
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12th Annual Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre by OHHS Theatrical Troupe
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When: Jan. 23-25, Doors Open at 5 P.M. Show Starts at 6 P.M.
Jan. 26, Doors open at 1 P.M. Show starts at 2 P.M.
Where: Sandbagger's Restaurant
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West Branch Moose Lodge-2051
Veterans Appreciation Steak Dinner & Calendar
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When: Jan. 25 from 5-7 P.M.
Where: West Branch Moose Lodge
1731 W. State Rd.
West Branch, Mi 48661
989-345-1620
Please RSVP to Phill at
989-965-3100
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Bagging for Tips - Claws & Paws
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When: Jan. 25, 11 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Where: Family Fare
Learn about what we do as a non-profit, no-kill rescue; as well as learn about how you can help our organization by volunteering, donating, fostering, or even adopting one of our available pets.
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When: Saturday, January 25, 5:00 to 8:00 Where: Clear Lake Bar
Bell's Brewery Tap Takeover. Bell's Field Sales Representative, Leo, will be here to talk about Bell's and some of their great tasting beers. This is a great time to learn about beer and to get any of your questions answered!
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Clear Lake Bar - Dart Tournament
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When: Jan. 26, 12:30 - 5 P.M.
Where: Clear Lake Bar
Steel Tip Dart Tournament
Registration starts at 12:30 P.M.
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Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
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When: Jan. 26, 12:30-2 P.M.
Where: Ogemaw Free Methodist Church
3480 W. M-76
Come out and show your support for the Youth who are heading to Honduras this summer to impact the community of Sapadril for the Lord.
****This event has been rescheduled from January 12! January 26 is the new/correct date.
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2020 Luau Pedicure Party - Ann's Hair Affair
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We are pleased to announce the dates for this year's Luau Pedicure Party! Monday, January 27th - Saturday, February 1st, & Monday, February 3rd - Saturday, February 8th! Availability is limited, so BOOK NOW to reserve your spot. We can accommodate up to 4 guests at one time.
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Roaring Twenties at The Highway Brewing Company
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When: Jan. 31, 5 - 10 P.M.
Where: The Highway Brewing Company
Join us for a Roaring 20's celebration as we kick off the new decade and celebrate our two year anniversary!
- Speakeasy Lounge Upstaris
- Craft Cocktails
- Live Jazz Band Downstairs 6-9 P.M.
- Flapper Apparel Encouraged
- No Cove Charge
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Rock for Rescues - Ogemaw County Humane Society
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When: Feb. 1, 6 P.M. - Midnight
Where: K of C Hall West Branch
Live Music by: Slick Jimmy
Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door
Questions please call 989-343-PETS
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When: Feb. 1, 11 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Where: A&B Coffeehouse & Cafe'
Do you knit, have unfinished projects, new ideas, want to share your projects? They will be working on their projects, sharing ideas and enjoying great conversations. Come down to join them if this is your cup of tea or coffee! We look forward to having this wonderful group of ladies join us again for their regular monthly meeting!
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Coco Cabana's Back to the 90's &
Super Bowl Parties
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When: Feb. 1 at 9 P.M.
Where: Coco Cabana's
2355 S. M-33
Come out for a rad 90’s party!
Throwback 90’s drink and shot specials.
90’s dance music and hosted by DJ Coop.
Super Bowl Party - Feb. 2 at 3 P.M
Why do the cooking and entertaining when we can do it for you!
8 huge TVs for your viewing pleasure.
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Pints & Paints at The Highway Brewing Company
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When: Feb. 3, 6-8 P.M.
Where: The Highway Brewing Company
Come join Visions By Vicki at Highway Brewery and paint a festive snowman.
Paint your festive snowman canvas for $35 with your choice of St. Patrick's Day, Valentine's Day, or snowflake themed. For the price you will get all painting supplies, a pint of beer, and detailed hands on technique instructions by Vicki.
No previous painting experience to paint this masterpiece to take home.
This class will sell out so reserve your seat right now by clicking
Tickets Here
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When: Feb. 8, 5-11 P.M.
Where: K of C Hall, West Branch
Gather your friends and test your knowledge at St. Joe’s Trivia Night! 🤓
🎟Tickets are sold by the table...8 people per table, $20 per ticket. 🎟
Doors open at 5:00
Dinner at 6:00
Game starts at 7:00
Dinner this year will be G’s Pizzeria of West Branch! Each table will get 2, 16” 2-topping pizzas.
🚨NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL ALLOWED!🚨
🎟2 drink tickets included with trivia ticket. 🎟
💵Cash bar available.💵
Beer, mixed drinks and Jell-O shots!
There will be luck of the draw, 50/50s and much more will be raffled off!
TICKETS WILL NOT BE SOLD AT DOOR!
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Contact Mary Short 989-942-4796 for Tickets
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Bake Sale Claws and Paws Rescue
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When: Feb. 8, 11 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Where: Family Fare
2206 M-76
Bake Sale to earn money to help them care for the animals in their rescue.
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Clear Lake Bar 34th Annual Broomball Tournament
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When: Feb. 8 & 9, 9 A.M. - 4 P.M.
$150.00 per Team Entry Fee
Double Elimination
Championship Team Receives the Traveling Trophy, a Golden Broom and a Framed Team Photo Displayed Permanently at The Clear Lake Bar.
*Each Player Also Receives a Champions Hoodie!
2212 N. Clear Lake Road
West Branch, MI 48661
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Romantic Dinner for Two Cooking Class
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When: Feb 13, 5-8 P.M.
Where: Tipsy Bear Bistro
503 W. Houghton Ave.
$60.00 per couple
$40.00 individual
Price includes: one cookbook per couple or one per individual, meal, and cooking class, plus Chef Fred's choice of wine.
Menu: (From Cookbook)
Shrimp Capri with Angel Hair Pasta
Champagne Chicken with Mushroom and Tomatoes
Flaming Bourbon Pecan Praline with Vanilla Ice Cream
Limited seating of only 40
Must be at least 21 to attend
Call to reserve your spot (989)387-2213
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GAP Family Hangouts February Fun
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When: Feb. 14 & 22, 6-7:30 P.M.
Where: First United Methodist Church
2490 W. State Rd.
Valentine Cookies and other activities to celebrate our favorite season of LOVE. Free to all participating families plus bring a dish to pass.
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Goldfish Race - Loggers Depot
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When: Feb. 15, 9 P.M. - 12 A.M.
Where: Logger's Depot
314 W. Houghton Ave.
Yes It's Back. $100.00 First Place and $50.00 Runner Up. Currently the fish are in training, but will be ready by race day.
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When: Feb. 20, 5-8 P.M.
Where: Tipsy Bear Bistro
503 W. Houghton Ave.
Sushi $.50 cents per roll (1 ticket for 2 rolls)
Wine $5.00 for 5 Tickets or 10 for 12 Tickets (1 ticket per Wine Tasting)
Come in and join our team for our second sushi event, offering a selection of Saki, Red, and White Wines. We will have an extensive selection of Sushi, Nigiri, and Sashimi.
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Mission & Movie Trivia Kickoff Celebration
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When: Feb. 20, 6-8:30 P.M.
Where: G's Pizzeria
200 W. Houghton Ave.
PLEASE JOIN US - RSVP REQUIRED: PLEASE SEE THE DETAILS
KICKOFF OUR 25TH YEAR with an incredible Silver Screen Theme! Complimentary Pizza Buffet and Trivia Game. Cash bar available for purchase.
Come support your American Cancer Society efforts and find out more about our 25th anniversary of Relay For Life in Ogemaw County.
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52nd Annual Snowmobile Show,
Ride & Open House
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When: Feb. 22, 10 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Where: Ogemaw Hills Snowmobile Clubhouse and Trail Head
Frank Alley Memorial Park
2846 N. Fairview Rd.
West Branch
Family Fun for Everyone
Raffle Tickets
For Questions please call Doug at 810-441-0530 or
Jim at 989-473-3062
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2nd Annual Northern Slipper Wedding Expo
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When: Feb. 23, 12:30 - 3 P.M.
Where: The Northern Center
7784 Stone School Rd.
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
The Glass Slipper and The Northern Center are excited to bring back many exciting vendors, prizes and new "brides to be" for our second annual wedding expo. Cash bar available, first drink FREE for brides (mimosa or NA beverage), snacks provided, live model runway show at 2 pm and grand prize drawing at 2:30 pm. $5 for brides and guests, when you preregister, or $10 at the door.
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Vendors can register with The Glass Slipper by calling 989-345-4125 or by
Emailing Here.
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CLAWS AND PAWS Rescue
The need continues to grow in our community for animals in need and with that need...so does our food pantry. We currently supply pet food to 3 food pantries in Ogemaw County & 1 in Roscommon County. So you may ask what we need and how you can help?
Well, there are several needs:
* We are always in need of donations of cat, kitten, dog and puppy food. It's okay if the bags are open and food can be dropped off to our office in downtown West Branch (behind Ink & Thread).
* We bag all the food into gallon ziplock bags and need ongoing help to keep it bagged up and labeled.
* We need 2 AWESOME VOLUNTEERS to oversee our food pantry and keep it organized and make sure the food is getting out to our community in a timely manner. Can you help?
This is a super easy way to help your community and make a huge difference for pets in need. Together, we are making a difference.
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Claws & Paws Rescue has
2020 Calendars For Sale!!
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GLD Management -
Local Apartment Openings
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Take A Coat, Leave A Coat
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Any Questions or if you have a coat(s) you would like to donate or if you are in need of a coat(s) please feel free to stop by the City of West Branch or Call 989-345-0500
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MidMichigan Health continues to grow and transform to positively impact the health of the communities served by the health system. On Jan. 1, 2020, Ray Stover, president of MidMichigan Medical Center – Gladwin, assumed responsibility as president of MidMichigan Medical Center – West Branch following the retirement of Robert McGrail. McGrail remains on as an advisor for Stover until April of 2020 to ensure a smooth transition. The 2020 changes also includes Marita Hattem-Schiffman, president of MidMichigan Medical Centers in Gratiot and Mt. Pleasant, assuming responsibility of MidMichigan Health’s Medical Center in Clare.
We want to say a special Thank You to Bob McGrail for every thing you have done here and we would also like to welcome Ray Stover to the area.
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Networking Meetings
Chamber Connections breakfast networking. 2nd Friday each month from 7-8 am at various Chamber Member locations. Please call 989-345-2821 or visit
http://wbacc.com
Business After Hours is the 3rd Thursday of each month from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at various Chamber Member location. Please call 989-345-2821 or visit
http://wbacc.com
Kiwanis Club meets every Tuesday at noon at China Inn- 601 Houghton Ave
Young Professional Club meets 2nd Monday at 6 p.m. at Highway Brewing Company
Optimist Club meets every Thursday from 7 am to 8 am at Logger's Depot
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Kiwanis Club of West Branch
Meeting Tuesday's at noon at China Inn. Always looking for new members who want to help us support the children in our community.
Denny Shumway 989-701-2507
West Branch Optimist Club
Meeting Thursday's at 7:00 am at Logger's Depot
Breakfast Club at Aunt Effiy's Quilting
meets on Saturdays at 10 am
Ogemaw County Genealogical and Historical Society
Meets 3rd Monday of each month at Noon
at Trinity Episcopal Church
100 E Houghton Ave in West Branch
West Branch Merchant Meeting
Meets first Tuesday of the month
6:00 pm at the Police Station on Page Street
Ogemaw Hills Snowmobile Club
Meetings 2nd Saturday of the Month at 10:00 am
Corner of Fairview/Rose City Roads
Call Jim 989-473-3062
Northern Blend Chorus
Meet Thursday's at 7:00 pm
Logan Township Hall
4507 E. M-55, Prescott
Ellen 989-345-0978
West Branch Creative Arts Association
Meet first Tuesday of the month at 7 pm
Fourth Street Gift Shop & Gallery
124 N. 4th Street, Public Welcome
Linda Hall 989-709-0928 for info
Sunrise Side Life Long Learning
27 N. Rempert Road (on M-55)
Tawas City, MI 48763
Ogemaw Co. Human Services Coordinating Council~Up North Prevention
Meet the 4th Tuesday of the month from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Starting Aug.27
MiWorks West Branch office
2389 S. M-76
West Branch, MI 48661
(989) 345-1090
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West Branch Chamber/Visitors Bureau Geocache -
Check it out "Chamber of Secrets" We get great reviews on this cache!!
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Connecting Communities
Skidway Lake Chamber of Commerce 989-873-4150
Prescott Chamber of Commerce
Rose City/ Lupton Chamber of Commerce
Whittemore Area Chamber of Commerce
WEST BRANCH AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
West Branch Visitor Bureau
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