Powell Township 2024 Newsletter 

Check out www.powelltownship.org, or the public bulletin boards, for any changes in meeting dates and times, as well as virtual meeting options. The Township Board, Committees, and Commissions have regular meetings and we want to encourage all our residents to attend meetings.

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• Powell Township Emergency Management: https://sites.google.com/view/powelltownshipfire/powell-ems
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• Big Bay Pathway: https://www.facebook.com/bigbaypathway/

UPCOMING EVENTS – NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER

Powell Township Food Bank

Food Bank is open on the following dates from 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.:

• Wednesday, November 6, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, November 20, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, December 4, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, December 18, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, January 1, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, January 15, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, February 5, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, February 19, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, March 5, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.
• Wednesday, March 19, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M.

Food Bank Donations

• You can make a monetary donation to the township office, make checks out to Powell Township and “food bank donation” in the memo line. A great holiday idea.
• Food/supply donations can be dropped off at the Powell Township office during regular office hours (Mon & Thu 9-12) or dropped off directly to the food bank during operating hours.
• Questions? Call Kim Bourgeois at 906-362-7275.

BBSC Community Gathering 

• November 21, 6:00 – 8:0pm
• Lumberjack Tavern
• Chat and connect on local projects and initiatives.

Wetlands Uncovered, Superior on Tap

• November 21st at 7:00pm
• Ore Dock Brewing Company (see attachment)
• Discover the science behind wetland formation and why they are so important for our ecosystem. 

Christmas Bazaar and Bake Sale (Community Presbyterian Church and Saint Mary’s Catholic Church)

• November 30, 10:00 – 2:00
• Lunch: Chili and Hotdogs
• Located in Fellowship Hall at Community Presbyterian Church.

Christmas Tree Lighting

• Saturday, December 7, 6:00 P.M.
• Powell Township Hall
• Santa and hot chocolate, all are welcome to join.

BBSC Season of Sharing Fundraiser

• December 13th from 6-8pm
• Thunder Bay Inn Lobby
• Join us for an evening of holiday sing-alongs with Tony Graham and other local musicians.
• 50/50 raffle, coffee and cookies. 
• All proceeds from the event go towards sending each family at Powell Township home with food for Christmas and Spring Break. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Seeking Local Events Volunteers. 

The Parks and Recreation committee is seeking volunteers to chair some of our local yearly events. Each of these events gets a great turnout from our community, and additional people are needed to help lead these events. Please send an email to bigbaymichigan@gmail.com if you are interested in any of the following: 

1. Fire on the Bay 
2. Christmas Tree Lighting
3. Easter Egg Hunt

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Fitness Class

• Every Wednesday when school is in session
• 6:00 – 7:00pm, Powell Township School Gym
• All fitness levels welcome, bring a mat and light weights (if you have them)
• Charise Baker, Certified Fitness Instructor

Presbyterian Church Community Dinners — MONTHLY

• Second Tuesday of the month. All are welcome!
• 4:30 – 6:30pm 

Burns Landing Walkway Paver Donations

Would you like your name engraved on a paver at Burns Landing leading up the LeClair Cabin? $100 donation. Checks can be dropped off at the Powell Township Office. If you haven’t already, take a walk to Burns Landing, it looks amazing down there!

ASAHI Exercise Class 

ASAHI is a form of exercise from Finland, accessible to everyone, of all ages. 

No equipment needed. Sequences are all done in a standing position. 

• ASAHI on Tuesdays, 9:30am in the Powell Township Hall
• ASAHI on Thursdays, 9:30am in the Thunder Bay Inn Lobby
• Led by Jill Vanatta, Certified Trainer

Senior Get Together — WEEKLY

• Presbyterian Church
• Wednesdays from 10:00 – 12:00pm. 
• Snacks, cards, puzzles, knitting, chatting and fun.   

Knitting Club — WEEKLY

• Mary’s Church Basement
• Mondays 10:00 – 12:00pm
• The group is through the RSVP (Retired Seniors Volunteer Program)

MARK YOUR CALENDARS- FUTURE EVENTS

Powell Township 5-Year Recreation Plan

• Public Hearing
• February 11, 2025 at 6:30pm 
• Location: Powell Township Hall

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