Western UP Events

Copper Range Historical Society is having its 36th Annual Member Dinner & Meeting on Wednesday, July 9, at Grace Lutheran, Hwy M-26, South Range. Program by Jim Kurtti titled “Sauna:  Everything Old is New Again.”  Meal features Krupps pasties, coleslaw, and dessert.  Tickets $10.00.  Available at the museum during open hours or from Janet Kokko at 906-482-2368. Doors open at 5:30 pm.  Members and public invited.

Wednesday, July 9th Red Jacket Readers book club discussion of The Frozen River, by Ariel Lawhon 6:30 – 7:30 pm Calumet Public Library – Community Room Open to the Public The Frozen River In Maine, 1789, when the Kennebec River freezes, entombing a man in the ice, Martha Ballard is summoned to examine the body and determine cause of death. As a midwife and healer, she is privy to much of what goes on behind closed doors in Hallowell. Her diary is a record of every birth and death, crime and debacle that unfolds in the close-knit community.  Clever, layered, and subversive, Ariel Lawhon’s

“Better Together” will meet on Thursday, July 10 at 9:30 at the Zion Lutheran Church on Ingot Street in Hancock. The speaker will be Andrea Morse of Chassell. Her topic will be, “Distant.”  All area women are cordially invited to attend this fun and inspiring event.  The goal of the gathering is to bring women together to find friendship, support and encouragement.  A brunch will be served and there is suggested donation of $10.  All proceeds over the cost of the event will be donated to local charities.  To reserve a spot, call Barb Worrall at 906-523-4445 or email judyusitalo@hotmail.com For

Baraga County Chamber of Commerce BINGO   Every Second Thursday of each month 6:00 pm – early bird 4:30p   Whirl-I-Gig, 15850 Whirl-I-Gig Road, L’Anse   Win Cash – Low Entry Fee  

77th Copper Country Strawberry Festival Events   Friday, July 11, 2025   9:00am – 9pm           Serving Strawberry Shortcake along with various Food Vendors 10:00am – 8:00pm    Over 70 Outdoor Arts Z& Crafts Vendors 12:00pm – 6:00pm   Chassell Heritage Center Open House 3:30pm – 4:30pm     Old Fashioned Cake Walk (in the Open Pavilion) By the Chassell Women’s Club 6:00 pm                    Children’s Parade in the Open Pavilion – Sponsored by Lou Ellyn Helman in Ron’s Memory 7:00 pm                   

77th Copper Country Strawberry Festival Events   Saturday, July 12, 2025   9:00am – 4:00pm     Serving Strawberry Shortcake along with various Food Vendors (or until sold out) 9:00am – 4:00pm     Over 70 Outdoor Arts & Crafts Vendors 11:00am                   Strawberry Festival Parade (Registration 9:30am – 10:20am – No Entry Fee) Sponsored by DP Construction and LJJ Construction After Parade             BBQ Chicken by Chassell Firefighters and First responders After Parade             Live Music by “Lightning Ridge” in the open pavilion – Sponsored by

Shine the Light 4 Healthy Minds   Keweenaw County 5K And Public Safety Day – Register by June 15th to be guaranteed a race t-shirt.  Registration $30.0 July 12, 20235 at the Mohawk Park, Mohawk, MI   KS4HM 5K Run & Walk 10:00 am (9:00am race packet pickup) Race Categories – 5k Run/Walk & Kid’s Dash ( Ages 8 and under)   Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Public Safety Day Activities 11:00 am – 2:00 pm   Free Hotdogs/Bouncy house/Play basketball with first responders/explore police cars and fire trucks/ and more    

47th Annual Aura Jamboree   July 18 & 19, 2025 Friday 5pm – Midnight Saturday 10am – Midnight Dance Both Nights – 8pm – Midnight Aura Community Hall, 13759 Townline Road, L’Anse Adults $15, Teens (13-17) $5 and children 12 & under FREE – Dance ONLY $5   Featuring:  Ethnic, Traditional, Folk, Bluegrass, Country Western, Classical (With more than 50 musicians and ensembles from the Midwest and beyond)   Food Vendors:  The Dogfather, Rez Robbins, Mason Paties, Bosio Biscuit Co.   NO PETS ALLOWED.  NO BYOB        

Canal Run celebrating 50th Anniversary in 2025 The Canal Run, a beloved annual tradition in Hancock, Michigan, is proud to celebrate its 50th anniversary this year. Since its inception, the Canal Run has brought together community members and visitors alike, fostering a spirit of health, wellness and camaraderie.   “We are thrilled to celebrate 50 years of the Canal Run,” Race Director Angela Luskin said. “This event has become a cornerstone of our community, bringing together generations of runners and walkers. We look forward to welcoming participants from near and far to join us in this special celebration.”   This

47th Annual Maawanji’iding   July 25 – 27, 2025 Grand Entries:  Friday 7pm, Saturday 1pm & 7pm and Sunday 1pm Ojibwa Campground, Baraga, MI   Host Drum:  Little Bear Head Veteran:  Donald Chosa Emcees:  Dylan Jennings & John Teller Jr. Arena Directors:  Mike Demain & Mark Kingbird Honored 2024 – 2025 Royalty:  Willow Rexford, Miss KBIC & Mikaela Houle, Jr. Miss KBIC & Devin Connor, KBIC Brave & Dalin Connor, KBIC Jr. Brave Head Female Dancer:  Cheyenne MorningDove Reel Head Male Dancer:  Tego Warrington Hometown Drums:  Summer Cloud, Beartown, 4 Thunders & Woodland