Elks to hold brunch

ESCANABA — The Escanaba Elks club will be holding its monthly brunch on Sunday, Feb. 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. As always, the public is welcome.

Pasties available in Rapid River

RAPID RIVER — Pasties are available for pickup at Saint Charles Parish Center, Rapid River on Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Pasties may be ordered with or without rutabaga by calling 906-474-6606.

Steam engine authority to meet Feb. 10

GLADSTONE — The Gladstone Michigan Soo Line Steam Engine #730 Authority will hold its regular Monthly meeting on Feb. 10 at 4:30 p.m. at 819 Delta Ave., Solid Rock Church.

A membership drive is being organized. Anyone in the community that would want to be involved with the group is encouraged to attend.

Planning is underway for the annual four-person golf fundraiser on May 29 at the Escanaba Golf Course.

Donations continue to be sought for restoration and perpetual care. All donations are being accepted by the Community Foundation for Delta County, 2420 1st Ave South, Escanaba, Michigan. 49829. Checks can be made out in care of Soo Line #730.

Soo Line historical artifacts are still being accepted by donation or consignment. Call Authority President John Pickard for details. 906-241-0888. Soo Line #730 train t-shirts and sweatshirts, coffee mugs and memorabilia is also available.

Tryan benefit set for Feb. 22 at Eagles

ESCANABA — A benefit for Gary Tryan, Jr., who recently underwent a double lung transplant, will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Escanaba Eagles Club, located at 608 Ludington Street.

A spaghetti dinner will be provided in addition to raffles and silent auction. Donations made at the event will assist the family with medical bills, travel expense and housing in Madison, Wis.