Smart Gardening with Vegetables 101 – Registration is Open We are pleased to announce that registration for MSU Extension Smart Vegetable Gardening 101 is now open. This course is online and self-paced. Individual registration is $40.00. We also offer a group rate of $125.00. Group leaders must email Liz Slajus, slajusel@msu.edu with a list of names and email addresses for all group members. Register at https://bit.ly/SGVEG101 Course Overview This course covers gardening from start to finish: what you need to get started, types of gardening, planning and preparation, soil preparation, plants to select, starting and maintaining healthy plants, garden maintenance,
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KBIC Victim Services & Programs Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Victim’s Rights Code Community Listening Session We are seeking input from our community members on the proposed creation of a KBIC Victim’s Rights Code and proposed changes to the Domestic Violence Code. Please join us to help shape KBIC’s response to domestic violence in our community. Dinner provided. Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 at 5:00 pm Zeba Community Hall in Zeba, MI Questions? Call Sierra at 906-353-4596 Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds monthly meeting: Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 @ 6:30 pm Portage Lake District Library Meeting Room Houghton, MI 49931 Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is a public group, and we welcome anyone interested in our mission: “to support healthy minds through connection and community.” Our goals are to talk more openly about mental health to reduce stigma, to build a resilient community by educating the public, and to support those at risk for mental health and substance use crises. We are on Facebook and our email address is ksup4healthyminds@gmail.com. |
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KBIC Victim Services and Programs Women’s Survivor Support Group Aadizooke! (s/he tells a sacred story) Please join us for traditional stories by an Elder while we paint a coffee mug to use when you need to unwind and de-stress! This group is open to all women who are survivors of violence. Thursday, February 27th, 2025 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Location: Baraga Seniors Please contact 906-353-4592 for more information or to sign up. |
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Horse Tack Swap Date: Saturday, March 1st Time: Noon – 3:00 pm Place: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, US Hwy 41, Chassell New & Used horse stuff Western & English clothing plus other clothing Brown Bag Raffle |
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Our March Monthly Meeting will be held at 7:00pm, (Eastern Time), in person at the Stannard Township Hall on 3/03/2025. For virtual attendance, we now have ZOOM available, along with the strictly audio/phone method. If you would like to attend virtually, please email me at this address and I will get you the connection information. If you are in the area, please stop in for the meeting! We’d love to see you there! |
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The Copper Country Beekeeping Club will meet on Tuesday, March 4 at 6:30 pm at the Carnegie Museum in Houghton. Please use the lower level entrance. This month, we’ll be showcasing key highlights from the Midwest HoneyBee Expo and offering tips on how to prepare for a successful season ahead. Buzz on by! |
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“Spring is almost here, and that means it’s time to Play Ball! Portage Lake Little League is gearing up for another fun, exciting season and we want you to be a part of the action! Registration is open now for T-ball, baseball, and softball, but will close on Friday, March 14th. Visit the Portage Lake Little League website or Facebook page to sign up today!”
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Knights of Columbus 2934 is having a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent Fish Fry Dates : March 7th, March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, April 4th and April 11th at St. Ann’s Church Hall, Baraga from 4:30p to 6:30p Serving: Fried and/or Baked Cod, French Fries and/or Potato Wedges, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw and Dessert Cost: Adults – $15.00 – Children 5-12 $6.00 and Under 5 Free |
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Keweenaw Bay and Beyond – Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn Wednesday, March 12 from 11:30 to 1:00 ~ Complimentary lunch will be provided. Chamber conference Room, 1 N. Main, L’Anse, MI Contact the Chamber ()906) 353-8808 for more information. Understanding the balance sheet and profit and loss statement is crucial for any business owner,. Here’s a quick overview of what will be covered: Basic Business Financial Statements: Learn the fundamental financial documents that every business should maintain. Balance Sheet: Understand what a balance sheet is, how to create one, and what it tells you |
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Knights of Columbus 2934 is having a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent Fish Fry Dates : March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, April 4th and April 11th at St. Ann’s Church Hall, Baraga from 4:30p to 6:30p Serving: Fried and/or Baked Cod, French Fries and/or Potato Wedges, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw and Dessert Cost: Adults – $15.00 – Children 5-12 $6.00 and Under 5 Free “What’s the Rush?” Video Presentation A special video presentation featuring Doug Tallamy, a leading voice in the natural landscaping movement, begins at 6 p.m. Friday, March 14, at the Michigan Tech Forestry Building. He will discuss how small changes in your yard can have a huge impact on biodiversity. By creating native habitat, you can help restore nature while experiencing the joy and fulfillment of connecting with the world around you. The presentation includes practical steps to create habitat and support wildlife and a live Q&A with local experts to answer your native planting questions. Free handouts with the best native trees and plants for your |
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Loaded Baked Potato Luncheon at Calumet United Methodist Church Everyone is invited to enjoy loaded baked potatoes with all the fixings on Saturday, March 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Calumet United Methodist Church. Lunch includes dessert and coleslaw, and takeout is available. Cost is $10. The church is located at 57235 Calumet Ave. |
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Nature Prayer Service Sunday, March 16 at 3:00 pm, Chapel of St. Matthew * The Chapel of St. Matthew is in Hancock, MI on the former campus of Finlandia University. The Nature Prayer Services are opportunities to connect with God, nature, and each other in a relaxed setting. Each service has a leader who will guide the service with prayers, readings, and reflection. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary. UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event. Nature Prayer Service Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 3:00 pm, Chapel of St. Matthew * The Chapel of St. Matthew is in Hancock, MI on the former campus of Finlandia University. Lanni Lantto from UP Wild (Marquette) will be leading the Nature Prayer Service. The Nature Prayer Services are opportunities to connect with God, nature, and each other in a relaxed setting. Each service has a leader who will guide the service with prayers, readings, and reflection. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.
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March 16th (at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Chassell) from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. The menu will be spaghetti with all the trimmings including fruit. Please tell all your friends and neighbors about it if you get a chance. Meals will be served inside and take outs are also available. We encourage eating inside in Fellowship Hall so that you can meet your neighbors and other community members. |
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Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds monthly meeting: Tuesday, March 18th, 2025 @ 6:30 pm Portage Lake District Library Meeting Room Houghton, MI 49931 Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy MInds is a public group, and we welcome anyone interested in our mission: “to support healthy minds through connection and community.” Our goals are to talk more openly about mental health to reduce stigma, to build a resilient community by educating the public, and to support those at risk for mental health and substance use crises. We are on Facebook and our email address is ksup4healthyminds@gmail.com. |
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Keweenaw Bay Indian Community & Victim Services & Programs invites you to our March Two-Spirit Circle MOVIE NIGHT at the KBOCC Mino Bimaadiziwin Student Center Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 5 to 7pm Bring your favorite Chips and Dips to share with the group! Please contact Jessica at 906-353-4592 to ask questions or register! |
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Twenty businesses from the Lake Gogebic area have partnered up to host the 2nd annual YOOPER POKER RUN which starts March 20 and runs through March 22nd at 9 p.m. EST. The event is a benefit for the local area grooming clubs which work all year round to make sure that visitors and guests have the very best trails in the country. $10 gets you in on the event and your chance to win $$ and prizes and a free t-shirt if you visit 10 or more businesses. First place is $1000, 2nd place is $500 and third place is |
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Knights of Columbus 2934 is having a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent Fish Fry Dates : March 21st, March 28th, April 4th and April 11th at St. Ann’s Church Hall, Baraga from 4:30p to 6:30p Serving: Fried and/or Baked Cod, French Fries and/or Potato Wedges, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw and Dessert Cost: Adults – $15.00 – Children 5-12 $6.00 and Under 5 Free |
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The Baraga class of 2028 is holding an adult basketball tournament Saturday March 22nd from 9am to 6pm. Entry to the event is by donation. Head on out and watch some great basketball. There are also basket raffles, 50/50, and concessions to benefit the booster club. The proceeds will go toward the class hosting prom, graduation and a class trip. Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College and Michigan Technological University presents 4TH ANNUAL NANDA-GIKENDAN “Seek to Learn” POW WOW Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the Gates Tennis Center, 600 Macinnes Drive, Parking Lot 24, Houghton OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Grand Entries: 12pm & 6pm Feast: 4pm MC: Rodney Loonsfoot and Leroy Gauthier Arena Director: Jon Dowd Head Veteran Dancer: Donald Chosa Honor Guard: Wiikwedong Ogitchidaa Society Head Dancers: Jamie Brotherton & Naomi Smith Special: Deadliest Auntie & Uncle Competition 3pm Host Drum: Summer Cloud Co Host: Four Thunders and other drums welcome |
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EQUAL PAY DAY Date: 03/25/2025 – Tuesday Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Location: At the Michigan Tech Husky Statue Stop by for cookies and information. Join the copper Country League of Women Voters for a “Red Out” on March 25, 2025, to recognize Equal Pay Day. Campuses across Michigan are wearing red to symbolize how for women are “in the red” with their pay. Women working full-time make 83 cent for every $1 of what men earn. Do you want to bring awareness to this issue? |
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Knights of Columbus 2934 is having a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent Fish Fry Dates : March 28th, April 4th and April 11th at St. Ann’s Church Hall, Baraga from 4:30p to 6:30p Serving: Fried and/or Baked Cod, French Fries and/or Potato Wedges, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw and Dessert Cost: Adults – $15.00 – Children 5-12 $6.00 and Under 5 Free Country / Bluegrass Gospel Concert March 28th at 6:30 pm Everyone is invited to L’Anse Methodist Church Featuring the musical talents of: Bill Kautto, Mike Roberts, Katie Waara, Laura Augustine, Todd Overbeek and the Women’s Trio FREE WILL OFFERING |
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Alfred Erickson American Legion Post 186 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Sunday, March 30 2025 @ the Post Home 1308 Quincy Street, Hancock Serving from 12 noon – 4 pm Donation $10 Curbside pickup only We ask people to enter from birch street and exit onto Quincy Street. Watch for our people directing traffic. Food will be delivered to your car. Tickets can be purchased from Legion members or at the event. The sauce is scratch made by our veteran members from a recipe we have been using for decades. Served with fresh French bread, coleslaw and a cookie. Please support |
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BLOOD DRIVE Friday, March 21st 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. L’Anse Methodist Church The need is always urgent…all blood donations go to our UP hospitals. |
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Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College Job Fair & Career Expo 2025 April 2nd from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Niiwin Akeaa Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! For more information visit: kbocc.edu/jobfair
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Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College Job Fair & Career Expo April 2 from 10:00 – 2:00 pm Niiwin Akeaa Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga (behind the Ojibwa Casino) FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
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Please come learn more about the plans under consideration for a new county jail in Houghton County. Two Public Educational Meetings to Discuss Jail Plans Houghton When? Wednesday April 2, 2025, 6pm-7:45pm Where? Portage Lake District Library Community Room Who’s speaking? Faith Morrison, League of Women Voters of the Copper Country along with the chair of the Houghton County Board of Commissioners, Tom Tikkanen and Sheriff Josh Saaranen. (There may be an additional commissioner as well, TBD) Who’s sponsoring? The League of Women Voters of the Copper Country Hancock When? Monday April 7, 2025, 6pm-7:45pm Where? 5th and Elm Coffeehouse, 426 Quincy St, |
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Knights of Columbus 2934 is having a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent Fish Fry Dates : April 4th and April 11th at St. Ann’s Church Hall, Baraga from 4:30p to 6:30p Serving: Fried and/or Baked Cod, French Fries and/or Potato Wedges, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw and Dessert Cost: Adults – $15.00 – Children 5-12 $6.00 and Under 5 Free
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Hancock Community Hub Hosts Free Spring Family Dance on April 4 The Hancock Community Hub invites families to celebrate the arrival of spring at its Aloha! Spring Family Dance on Friday, April 4, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in the Hancock Community Hub Gym. This free community event is open to all ages and will feature an evening of dancing, fun competitions, kids’ activities, and delicious desserts and refreshments. After a long and snowy Upper Peninsula winter, it’s time to celebrate the arrival of spring! Families are invited to leave the cold behind and enter a tropical paradise |
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