27 - The Devereaux Memorial Library branch of the C.C.L.L. Book Club is meeting on Tuesday evening at 5:00 p.m. This months book selection is "Raven Black" by Ann Cleeves, please join us for a lively discussion and light refreshments.

29 - Crawford County Recreation Plan Public Input Meeting 7 pm @ Grayling High School Cafeteria

30 - Grayling Regional Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at and sponsored by Forest Dunes Golf Club 5:30 - 7:30 pm.

31 - Rotary Club of Grayling Great Garage Sale - Saturday 9 - 6 Sunday, June 1st 10 - 5 @ the old Fred Bear Archery Site.

JUNE, 2008

01- Vintage Base Ball played again this season @ Hartwick Pines State Park.  Baseball has been a part of northern Michigan since the 1870s and the Hartwick Pines “Swampers” will again be interpreting this part of the local history by playing their fourth season of “vintage” base ball at Hartwick Pines State Park this summer.  The Swampers will play a full season of ten games against other vintage base ball teams beginning June 1^st and an exhibition game on July 6^th, where anyone who is interested can take part and play baseball by rules of 1860.  Come on out to cheer on the “Swampers” this season or even better, become a member of the team!  On June 1: Swampers vs. Northville Eclipse. Away, 2 pm at Mill Race Village in Northville.  If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact Rob Burg, the manager of the “Swampers” at (989) 348-2537 or by email at burgr@michigan.gov .   Play Ball!

02 - Sign up begins for the "Catch the Reading Bug" Summer Reading Program at all branches of the Crawford County Library System. So swarm over to the library and join in on some summer reading ant-ics.

07 - Devereaux Memorial Library will hold their kick off party for their Summer Reading Program at 10:30 a.m..  Festivities will include magician Gordon Russ and a bountiful bug buffet.  For more information call the library at 989-348-9214
07 - Hanson Hills Challenge Trail Run @ Hanson Hills Recreation Area - This challenging 5-mile course begins and ends in front of Hanson Hills Little Smokey Cross Country Lodge.  Your run is over hilly and some sandy terrain that cuts through Hanson's beautifully wooded forest.  Check in on Saturday, June 7th from 7:30 am to 9 am at Hanson Hills main lodge. Race begins at 9:00 am Awards: Customized Hanson Hills Trail Run Socks to first 50 participants registered.  Awards to top three finishers in each age group.  Prize for first male and female overall winner.  Early Registration $15 postmarked by May 28, 2008. Race day registration $20.  Visit www.hansonhills.org for more information or call 989.348.9266.

07 - Special Olympics Michigan Area 4 Bowling Fundraiser Registration at 6 - Practice at 6:45 - Bowl at 7 pm. @ the American Legion Hall. $25 per person includes 3 games of "9 pin-No Tap" Bowling, shoe rental, pizza & pop. Reservations must be in by May 24th.  Call Bill Brown for additional information at 989.348.9109.

07-08 Crawford County Commission on Aging will host a Garage Sale, on June 7th & June 8th at 308 Lawndale Street. More info to follow when it becomes available.

07 - The Gene Krupa Orchestra @ Kirtland Center for the Performing Arts 8:00 p.m. Carnegie Hall, January 16, 1938... The Benny Goodman Orchestra swings its way into big band history! And Gene Krupa, pounding out SING SING SING on the tom toms, made his own bit of big band history that night which would change the course of drumming forever. By the late 1930’s, Gene Krupa had emerged as a national phenomenon and his appearances on stage and film catapulted him to superstar status, prompting him to step out from Goodman’s shadow and set out on his own. Now leading the new Gene Krupa Orchestra, Michael Berkowitz brings the Krupa magic back to life for a whole new generation. With an infectious energy that draws both listeners and dancers alike, the Gene Krupa Orchestra is a winner with audiences of all ages. Ticket office 989.275.6777 www.kirtland.edu/kcpa 

* Each Tuesday at 12:00 noon the Grayling Promotional Association meets at the Grayling                                                                                     Country Club  

* Each Wednesday at 12:15 noon the Grayling Rotary Club will meet at the Gray Rock Cafe

* Each Thursday at 12:00 noon the Grayling Kiwanis Club meets at the Grayling Country Club

* 1st Friday of every month Fish Fry @ the Grayling Eagles-Public Welcome

* Every Tuesday Coney Day @ Grayling Eagles - Public Welcome

* BINGO every Sunday 1:00 pm @ the Grayling Eagles – Public Welcome

* The AuSable Free Clinic is open every Thursday evening to serve those without healthcare coverage. Sign in is from 4:30-6:30. First come first served.