[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E442]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF ALPENA

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 13, 2026

  Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the lasting impact of 
the Boys and Girls Club of Alpena as it approaches an extraordinary 
milestone, their 100th anniversary of service to the youth of Northern 
Michigan.
  Over the last 100 years, the Boys and Girls Club of Alpena has stood 
as a pillar of opportunity, mentorship, and community. What began as a 
small effort to provide local youth with a safe and supportive place 
after school has grown into a vital institution that has positively 
shaped the lives of multiple generations throughout Northern Michigan. 
The Club continues to provide a safe and enriching environment where 
young people can learn, grow, and thrive. Their work not only supports 
students' individual achievements but also strengthens families' bonds 
and contributes to a more vibrant and resilient community.
  For the Boys and Girls Club of Alpena, this milestone represents 100 
years of changing lives, uplifting families, and fostering civic 
engagement among young people. This work would not have been possible 
without the countless staff members, volunteers, and supporters whose 
steadfast dedication has sustained this program for a century.
  Mr. Speaker, let us all join in recognizing the Boys and Girls Club 
of Alpena for its remarkable legacy and its continued commitment to 
building great futures for the next generation. May the community of 
Alpena keep up the great work.

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