Ambassadors Program Enthusiasts of Friendship Centers of Emmet County are encouraged to consider volunteering for the new Ambassadors Program. If you love FCEC and want to tell others about it, have a welcoming and friendly disposition, have a passion for building relationships with other seniors and have the [...]

Christmas Craft and Bake Sale We are seeking donations of baked goods and handcrafted items to be sold at our semi-annual bake sale. These special items make great gifts for the holidays. The Christmas Craft & Bake Sale takes place on Wednesday, December 18 from 9:00 a.m. to [...]

Upcoming Guest Speakers -  Senior Tax Returns Do I need to file? Where can I file? How do I file? At this presentation Bill Kanine, CPA, will answer questions regarding individual income tax returns and give tips on staying financially secure. The presentation will take place on Wednesday, [...]

Share the Love Food Drive Let's give thanks and help the homeless. Friendship Centers of Emmet County is hosting a food drive to benefit the Nehemiah & Mary Margaret Homeless Shelters in Petoskey. Drop boxes will be available at senior centers located in Brutus, Pellston, and Petoskey from [...]

Free Hearing Tests Free hearing tests are offered throughout the year for those ages 55 and older. An audiology technician from Petoskey Ear, Nose, & Throat Specialists conduct the tests. Upcoming tests will be offered at the Petoskey Friendship Center on Wednesday, November 13 beginning at 10:00 a.m. [...]

10-week Grief and Loss Support Group After losing a loved one, the feelings of loss can be very difficult to endure. Everyone deals with these feeling differently, but having the support and compassion of other people who are going through the same thing can be very comforting and [...]

Tai Chi -  Fitness instructor Todd Ackerman is bringing another 6-week session of Yang Style Short Form tai chi back to the Petoskey Friendship Center. Classes begin Thursday, October 3 at 2:30 p.m. Cost is $1 per class to Friendship Centers. Pay as you go or use your [...]

Thanksgiving Feast Give thanks with us on Wednesday, November 27 at 12:00 p.m. for a Thanksgiving Feast. The menu includes turkey and dressing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, cranberry sauce, biscuits, and dessert. Lunch will be served tableside by the Petoskey High School Girls Varsity Basketball Team. [...]

Veterans Day Celebration The Petoskey Friendship Center is hosting its Veterans Day Celebration on Thursday, November 7 to allow our veterans to attend one of many other local celebrations on Veterans Day. Students from Sheridan Elementary's 5th Grade Class will be interviewing some veterans in attendance at the [...]