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SUMMARY:Friends of Seney National Wildlife Refuge Announces 2026 Winter Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Seney National Wildlife Refuge Announces 2026 Winter Film Festival \n\nThree Thursday evenings in March dedicated to exploring wildlife\, science\, and conservation in the Great Lakes \n  \nThe Friends of Seney National Wildlife Refuge will host their 2026 Winter Film Festival on three consecutive Thursday evenings in March at the Erickson Center Pine Performance Center. This year’s festival theme\, Science\, Stories & Wildlife of the Great Lakes\, invites audiences to look more closely at the natural systems and conservation efforts shaping the region. \n  \nThe festival opens on Thursday\, March 5\, with a live presentation\, Owls of Whitefish Point\, featuring wildlife photographers and field biologists Chris Neri and Nova Mackentley. Drawing on nearly two decades of owl banding experience\, the presenters will share firsthand stories and research insights into snowy owl migration and long-term monitoring in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The presentation is a partnership between Friends of Whitefish Point and Friends of Seney National Wildlife Refuge. \n  \nOn Thursday\, March 12\, audiences will enjoy All Too Clear\, a visually stunning exploration of the Great Lakes beneath the surface. Using cutting-edge underwater drone technology\, the film reveals how invasive quagga mussels are transforming freshwater ecosystems in the Great Lakes—and how scientists are racing to understand and respond to these changes. This will be one of the first screenings of this award winning Canadian-produced film in the US. Elliot Nelson\, Michigan Sea Grant and Michigan State Extension\, will be available to answer questions after the film. \n  \nThe festival concludes on Thursday\, March 19\, with the documentary Return of the Trumpeters\, which chronicles the remarkable recovery of trumpeter swans following their near extinction. The 90-minute film\, produced by Steve Devon\, is a project of the Trumpeter Swan Society and includes spectacular footage of Seney’s swans. The film highlights the dedication\, collaboration\, and conservation strategies that helped restore this iconic species to Great Lakes wetlands. A Seney ranger will be on hand to answer questions after the film. \n  \nAll events will be held at the Erickson Center’s Pine Performance Center\, W9224 Saw-Wa-Quato\, Curtis Michigan. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.\, with programs beginning at 6:30 p.m. Admission is free\, and donations are appreciated.  Concessions will be available by donation. \n  \nProceeds from the Winter Film Festival support the mission of the Friends of Seney National Wildlife Refuge\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting people with the refuge through education\, outreach\, and conservation support. \n  \nFor more information\, email friends@friendsofseney.org
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/friends-of-seney-national-wildlife-refuge-announces-2026-winter-film-festival/
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SUMMARY:Sault Tribe to Host Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Training
DESCRIPTION:MMIP training and collaboration in Sault Ste. Marie Sept. 29  \n  \n SAULT STE. MARIE\, Mich. – Tribal and Local Law Enforcement\, Victims’ Services Teams and community members are invited to attend a day of Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) training and collaboration. The collaborative event will begin at 9 a.m. on Monday\, Sept. 29\, at the Kewadin Casino Convention Center in Sault Ste. Marie\, Mich. \n  \nThere is no cost to attend\, and lunch will be provided. The event is hosted by the Sault Tribe MMIP Advisory Workgroup. \n  \nIn 2021-22\, Sault Tribe\, in partnership with the Bay Mills Indian Community\, worked with the US Department of Justice\, Department of the Interior\, the US Attorney’s Office\, and the Executive Branch Lady Justice Initiative\, to implement a MMIP Tribal Community Response Plan planning project. We were one of six pilot projects across the country to bring together tribal law enforcement and tribal MMIP teams to articulate an MMIP TCRP Protocol. This culminated in a one-day event to share the results with speakers\, including the Governor and Attorney General of Michigan\, as well as our two U.S. Senators and the U.S. Attorney’s Office from the Western District of Michigan. \n  \n“Since developing our MMIP Tribal Community Response Plan\, the tribe has improved its response to missing persons and built an MMIP database\,” Tribal Chairman Austin Lowes said. “We continue to work with our Victims Services\, Law Enforcement\, and Communications departments to reach out to our tribal community on MMIP issues\, including the safety of our men\, women and children.” \n  \nIt has long been the tribe’s intention to share the results of what the MMIP Advisory Workgroup has learned and to assist other tribes and local law enforcement communities in implementing an MMIP TCRP Protocol in their respective communities\, benefiting both tribal and non-tribal communities alike. \n  \nSault Tribe Chief of Police Robert Marchant said\, “We put months of work into our MMIP TCRP protocol and it is one of the most comprehensive in Indian country. Sharing it with our sister tribes and surrounding community is one of our top priorities.” \n  \nIn addition to walking participants through how the tribe accomplished its protocol\, the workgroup plans to share copies of the tribe’s MMIP TCRP Protocol with participants and facilitate a workshop to coordinate efforts among our neighboring tribes and the surrounding law enforcement communities. Please see a copy of the draft agenda (attached)\, which includes a keynote speaker from the US Department of the Interior regarding TCRP’s and MMIP protocols. \n  \nRepresentatives from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) will be joining us. The former Sault Tribe chairperson and current tribal board member and MMIP advocate Dr. Aaron Payment is undertaking a one-year tribal fellowship with the NCMEC. He will share valuable free NCMEC resources focused on prevention\, rescue\, recovery\, case management\, incident data\, and information about Team Hope for long-term missing survivors. \n  \nAs a significant commitment and to open lines of communication to tribal nations\, NCMEC Executive Director for Special Programs Missing Child Division Alan Nanavaty will join us in person to share the depth of resources available to local and tribal communities with respect to advanced forensic science\, DNA testing\, and free assistance in supporting local jurisdictions in their respective investigations. NCMEC respects and values local control but brings to bear necessary and sometimes expensive advanced resources at no cost to tribes or local law enforcement. \n  \nPlease contact Dr. Aaron A.. Payment at 906-440-8946 or via email at aapayment@saulttribe.net if you have any questions or plan to attend. There is no formal registration\, but we would like to ensure we have an accurate count for means and to share resource materials. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/sault-tribe-to-host-missing-or-murdered-indigenous-persons-training/
LOCATION:Kewadin Casino Convention Center\, 2186 Shunk Rd\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI\, 49783\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events,Eastern UP Events
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SUMMARY:Come Run\, Walk\, or Put on your Favorite Costume for the 18th Annual Run for Recovery Presented by TruNorth Federal Credit Union
DESCRIPTION:Grab your running shoes\, your best friend\, or even a costume\, and come join us for the 18th Annual Great Lakes Recovery Center’s Foundation 2025 Run for Recovery presented by TruNorth Federal Credit Union.\n\nThis year\, there are two opportunities to take part in this fantastic event. September 10th at the NMU Superior Dome in Marquette\, MI\, and September 17th at the LSSU Norris Center in Sault Ste. Marie to coincide with National Recovery Month.\n\nRegistration is available at Run Sign Up\, and the cost is just $35 per runner. Team discounts available for groups of 5 or more.\n\nAll runners receive an event t-shirt\, sports shaker bottle\, and swag bag from area businesses. A huge value for you in support of a fantastic cause.\n\n Register today at Register Here\n\nWant to support this year’s run? Come join the Fun!\nJoin Here\n\nThe Marquette Run starts at the NMU Superior Dome and moves south along the Lake Superior Bike Path to the Marquette Lighthouse and US Coast Guard Station\, then returns to the Superior Dome.\n\nThe Sault Ste. Marie Run starts at the LSSU Norris Center and moves south to the Airport\, then heads up Davitt and over 12th\, before returning to the Norris Center to Finish at the Victory Bell.\n\nAll proceeds will benefit Great Lakes Recovery Centers’ Compassionate Care Fund. Through the Compassionate Care Fund\, individuals are able to access GLRC’s services and get the help they need even if they are not able to pay for them. This is beneficial for clients who may be uninsured\, under insured\, or are not eligible for governmental or community funding. Individuals receiving assistance from the Compassionate Care Fund may be from anywhere in the Upper Peninsula. Although many clients receiving funds through the Compassionate Care Fund are receiving residential treatment\, the fund may also be used for GLRC’s other services\, including outpatient counseling\, group sessions\, and recovery housing.\n\n Great Lakes Recovery Centers is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides a variety of substance abuse and mental health services and programming across all 15 Upper Peninsula counties. In 2024\, GLRC was able to impact the lives of over 4\,000 individuals through their diverse range of services. It is through our sponsors that we are able to successfully put on this event and continue having the impact we have while fulfilling our mission to empower recovery through hope and change as we have been for over 40 years.\n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/come-run-walk-or-put-on-your-favorite-costume-for-the-18th-annual-run-for-recovery-presented-by-trunorth-federal-credit-union-2/
LOCATION:LSSU Norris Center\, 1000 Meridian St\, Sault Ste. Marie\, MI\, 49783\, United States
CATEGORIES:Eastern UP Events
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SUMMARY:KEWEENAW BREWFEST 2025
DESCRIPTION:BREWFEST TICKETS ON SALE NOW!\nThe 14th Annual Keweenaw Brewfest\n Saturday\, September 13th\, 2025 | 1:00pm – 5:00pm\nCity of Houghton’s Downtown Waterfront Pier\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n ONLINE TICKET SALES WILL CLOSE AT 12:00 NOON ON FRIDAY\, September 12th\nIt’s the hottest ticket in town! Tickets are on sale now and are limited so get yours early. Tickets are $60 in advance (online) and $70 at the door on the day of the event\, if available. Designated Driver tickets may be purchased for $20 only at the event entrance. Designated Drivers will receive a different wristband and will not be served alcoholic beverages during the event.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBUY TICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIncluded with each ticket:\n\n\nA fun afternoon of beer sampling and live music\n\n\n\nOne nifty Keweenaw Brewfest wristband (only adults age 21 and over will be admitted)\n\n\n\nCustom Keweenaw Brewfest tasting cup 12 tokens to sample a variety of beer selections.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Tickets are for sale at our Brewfest Cheddar Up purchase page. Tickets purchased before August 31 will be mailed to the address provided in your contact information. Tickets purchased after August 31 can be picked up at Will Call area of the event entrance at Brewfest.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis year\, proceeds from Keweenaw Brewfest will directly support Omega House\, a local nonprofit hospice home\, by helping to purchase eight new hospital beds for their hospice residents. The current beds are over 12 years old and modern upgrades will provide greater comfort\, safety\, and dignity to those they serve.\nNew beds and mattresses will offer improved pressure relief\, easier adjustability\, and enhanced mobility support-making a difference in the daily lives of residents\, volunteers and staff at Omega House. These upgrades are essential to ensuring that individuals at the end of life can rest with dignity and receive the quality care they deserve.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEERS NEEDED!\n\nOur volunteers make this event happen. Please invite your friends and coworkers to volunteers with you!\n\n*To volunteer\, you must be aged 21 or older\, attend a one-hour orientation\, and wear your free volunteer shirt. Most shifts last 5 hours. Please dress for comfort and bring your own water bottle.\n\nRegistration is two parts: contact information and signing up for the position you want to work.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVOLUNTEER\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE TO SPONSOR BREWFEST!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 13\, 2025\n  https://keweenawbrewfest.org/
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaw-brewfest-2025/
LOCATION:Houghton Waterfront Pier\, Houghton\, Michigan\, 49931
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events,Eastern UP Events
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SUMMARY:Free ORV Weekend Michigan
DESCRIPTION:August abounds with outdoor summer fun \nThe DNR offers a variety of ways to enjoy Michigan’s natural and cultural resources next month\, so get ready to soak up some summer fun! Here’s just a sampling – get the full list at Michigan.gov/DNRCalendar. \nFree ORV Weekend \n  \nResidents and out-of-state visitors legally can ride Michigan’s 4\,000 miles of off-road vehicle trails and routes and the state’s six scramble areas on two back-to-back days (Aug. 16-17) without an ORV license or trail permit. The entrance fee at Holly Oaks ORV Park in Oakland County also will be waived this year. Our Free ORV Weekend is a great time to see\, experience and test out the state’s off-road trails (check out all the places you can ride!)\, but remember that all other ORV rules and laws still apply\, and you must supply your own ORV. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/free-orv-weekend-michigan/
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events,Eastern UP Events,Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Soo Locks to host Engineers Day 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nSAULT STE. MARIE\, Mich. – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in conjunction with the City of Sault Ste. Marie\, the Sault Ste. Marie Convention & Visitors Bureau\, the United States Coast Guard\, the Lake Superior State University Center for Freshwater Research and Education\, Hospice of the Eastern Upper Peninsula\, and Superior Health Systems are hosting open house events for the 2025 Soo Locks Engineers Day on June 27. \n\nVisitors are welcome into the Soo Locks facility and across the MacArthur Lock from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.\, Friday\, June 27. \n\nEngineers Day honors the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ June 16\, 1775\, birthday. The Corps of Engineers is proud to celebrate 250 years of service to the nation. Since the beginning\, the Corps of Engineers has been at the forefront of engineering excellence\, responding to the nation’s most complex challenges with unmatched expertise and dedication.. \n\n“The Soo Locks are a vital part of our community’s history. Engineers Day lets us celebrate the history and ingenuity behind the Soo Locks\,” said Linda Hoath\, executive director of the Sault Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. “Over the past few years\, we’ve helped grow Engineers Day into an event that involves the whole downtown. We look forward to welcoming visitors and residents alike to downtown for Engineers Day.” \n\n“We are continuing the requirement for all bags coming into the Soo Locks to be clear\,” Jason Wojnaroski Soo Project Office Assistant Operations Manager said.. “Clear bags will allow park security to quickly inspect bags and assist with making this a fun and safe event for everyone..” \n\nFor our visitors bringing bags\, the Engineers Day policy for the Soo Locks follows: \n\n\nClear bags cannot be larger than 12 inches long\, 6 inches deep and 12 inches wide.\nDiaper bags are not allowed.\nMedical bags are exempt.\nWallets must not have a strap and cannot exceed 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches.\n\n\nAll people entering the Soo Locks are subject to a security search. Firearms\, weapons including knives of any size\, drugs\, pets (except service animals) and bicycles are not permitted. \n\n“Visitors will not be able to cross the Poe Lock again this year\, due to ongoing construction for the New Lock at the Soo project\,” said LeighAnn Ryckeghem\, Soo Project Office Operations Manager. “Visitors will be able to cross the MacArthur Lock and tour the first floor of the historic Administration Building.” \n\nVisitors should enter the Soo Locks facility at the east end\, crossing the downstream gate of the MacArthur Lock\, and exiting the west end\, crossing back on the upstream gate. This path equals about a half mile (.5 miles) of walking. \n\nAlong with welcoming visitors into the Soo Locks complex\, Canal Park and the viewing platform will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.\, and the Soo Locks Visitor Center will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. \n\nThe Sault Ste. Marie Convention and Visitors Bureau is closing a portion of Portage Avenue to focus on downtown city merchants and vendors. Downtown Portage Avenue will close to vehicle traffic and open for pedestrians and vendors between Ferris Street and Osborn Boulevard from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.\, June 28. \n\nAlong with allowing visitors into the Soo Locks facility\, several other events will take place: \n\n\nUnited States Coast Guard open house from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.\nHospice of the Eastern Upper Peninsula and Superior Health Systems Arts\, Crafts and Family Fun Fair at the City Hall grounds from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.\nLake Superior State University Center for Freshwater Research and Education will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/soo-locks-to-host-engineers-day-2025/
CATEGORIES:Eastern UP Events
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SUMMARY:Marquette County Board of Health Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The regular monthly meeting of the Marquette County Board of Health will be held on Wednesday\, September 25\, 2024 at 6:00 pm.  The meeting will take place in Room 231 of the Henry A. Skewis Annex\, Marquette County Courthouse\, Marquette.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-county-board-of-health-meeting/
LOCATION:Marquette County Courthouse\, 234 W. Baraga Avenue\, Marquette\, Michigan\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Eastern UP Events,Western UP Events
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