Dewe’igan – LISTEN, LEARN, AND CONNECT SUMMER CLOUD Location: Harvey Community Center from 6p – 8p Dates: March 19, April 16and May 7 Location: Zeba Hall from 6p – 7:30p Dates: March 12, April 9, May 14 Free Event, Community Welcome! Anyone under 16 yrs. old needs to have a guardian to attend. Drug and Alcohol Free Event Potluck Dinner, Please bring a dish to share if you can.
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3 events,Wild Ones Native Garden Giveaway In honor of Houghton’s effort to become the first Bird City in the Upper Peninsula, the Wild Ones Keweenaw Chapter is giving away a limited number of free native plant gardens. Houghton gardeners have an advantage, but all Keweenaw residents are welcome to apply. Winning gardens will be installed in front yards or boulevard strips between the sidewalk and street, so that passersby can appreciate their beauty and value to birds and other wildlife. For more information and to apply, visit keweenaw.wildones.org. Please apply before May 15, 2026. Please announce the following recurring monthly event: for Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds.The meetings are held at the Portage Lake District Library at 6:30 pm., the last Tuesday of each month. The dates are as follows: April 28, 2026, 6:30 pm @ PLDL May 26, 2026 6:30 pm @ PLDL June 30, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL July 28, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL Thank you for your kind attention in announcing these meeting dates. Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is dedicated to the well-being of individuals living in our communities. Please feel free to call me (Sue Kauppi) at 906-369-4858 with |
3 events,Feeding America West Michigan 2026 mobile food pantry distribution Location: Sacred Heart Church Calumet Category: Free Community Event Description: A free drive through event at Sacred Heart Church Calumet serving up to 320 households with fresh produce, dairy, grains and other staple food items. No appointments; no payments; no income verification required. Watch for signs on US 41 and Lake Linden Ave. in Laurium to follow entry and exit of the drive through event. Volunteers will help direct you and place your food box into your vehicle. Contact: Jared Howard, President CLK Council of Churches Email: clkcouncil@gmail.com Phone: 906-337-2400 (2026 Dates: April 29/Wednesday; |
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Blood drive Friday, May 1 11 am – 3 pm L’Anse Methodist Church Walk-ins are welcome. The need for blood is always great. All donations remain in the UP to benefit our own hospitals. Please consider giving the gift of life!
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Spring Book Sale and Seed Swap! Friday, May 1, from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, May 2, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Ojibwa Community Library, Baraga |
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Join the Gay VFD Auxiliary Spring Festival Craft Show, Saturday, May 2 from 10am- 3pm at the Gay Community Hall. We have a great line-up of crafters for this show. Due to overwhelming response of the community, we are expanding the show to include vendor tables inside as well as outside along with East Fork Pasty and the Bagel Bus. Inside we will have a bake sale with cold beverages and coffee. Mark your calendars to join us! Come join in the fun and pick up a gift for Mother’s Day or any other special occasion. If you have any
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Spring Book Sale and Seed Swap! Friday, May 1, from 11:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, May 2, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Ojibwa Community Library, Baraga |
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Keweenaw Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser! Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 11am – 2pm Mohawk School, 110 Stanton Avenue, Mohawk $12 per dinner ~ Featuring Sauce by Mariner North Enjoy Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Cole slaw, and Baked Goods Dine-In with Carry-Out Available Tickets available from any Lions Member. Call to order tickets: Marty & Syd 289-4306 or Brian 370-1454 100% of proceeds got to local charities |
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Kids Jiu Jitsu Program run by 10th Planet Black Belt Stan Myaskovskiy Keweenaw Jiu Jitsu Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30p – 5:30p Starts May 5th Ages 9 -17 (Open to all Baraga County Students) Niiwin Akeaa Gym, Baraga Benefits: Gain Health, Build Real Confidence, Become Bullyproof, Learn a Valuable Martial Art Learn the Most effective form of self defense on the planet! |
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Kids Jiu Jitsu Program run by 10th Planet Black Belt Stan Myaskovskiy Keweenaw Jiu Jitsu Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30p – 5:30p Starts May 5th Ages 9 -17 (Open to all Baraga County Students) Niiwin Akeaa Gym, Baraga Benefits: Gain Health, Build Real Confidence, Become Bullyproof, Learn a Valuable Martial Art Learn the Most effective form of self defense on the planet!
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Women’s Night an event to celebrate mothers Thursday, May 7th from 5p – 6p Ojibwa Seniors Center Seats Limited, Registration Required, Call 906-353-4540 to register Snacks / DIY Leather Paint Kits by Aura Design / Education and Raffles
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Copper Shores Victim Support invites community members to a special presentation on crime victims’ rights with Chief Prosecuting Attorney for Houghton County, Dan Helmer, offering insight into available resources, the justice process and ways our community can better support victims of crime. Michigan Crime Victims’ Rights 101 takes place on Thursday, May 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Michigan Technological University in Fisher Hall, Room 139, offered at no cost to attend. This presentation covers a variety of topics, including trends in the area, the rights of victims and the resources available to them, giving community members a |
3 events,Book Signing & Question & Answer with Author Angeline Boulley Friday, May 8th, @ 2:00 pm KBIC Bingo Hall Vendors welcome free of charge! (outdoor space) call Serene @ 906-395-6038 Ojibwa Community library 906-353-8163 |
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KBIC Cultural Committee Traditional Medicine Clinic Todd Smith, Traditional Medicine Consultant, will be available to see people on the following dates: Cultural Center, 14865 Ojibwa Park Drive, Baraga, MI Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Sunday, May 10, 206 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm For more information or to schedule an appointment contact: Gerry Mantila 906-201-2407 Doreen Blaker 906-353-7117 Ext 113 Toni Minton 906-353-6623 Ext 4118 Shiloh Lussier 906-201-7253 Cultural Center 906-353-7020 Participants are required to abstain from alcohol, marijuana and drug use for four days prior to the Clinic. Women on
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Spring Craft & Vendor Show hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary Many local crafters Unique handmade goods Local vendors with a variety of items May 9th from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm American Legion Post 144 Auxiliary Bake Sale – Kitchen open 11 – 3 Come enjoy a fun spring afternoon and support local makers! |
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KBIC Cultural Committee Traditional Medicine Clinic Todd Smith, Traditional Medicine Consultant, will be available to see people on the following dates: Cultural Center, 14865 Ojibwa Park Drive, Baraga, MI Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Sunday, May 10, 206 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm For more information or to schedule an appointment contact: Gerry Mantila 906-201-2407 Doreen Blaker 906-353-7117 Ext 113 Toni Minton 906-353-6623 Ext 4118 Shiloh Lussier 906-201-7253 Cultural Center 906-353-7020 Participants are required to abstain from alcohol, marijuana and drug use for four days prior to the Clinic. Women on |
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3 events,2026 SPRING CLEANUP Curbside Pickup KBIC Tribal Members residing within the boundaries of the KBIC reservation. No businesses allowed. L’Anse Side of Reservation, May 11 – 15 at 8:00 am Baraga Side of Reservation, May 18 -22 at 8:00 am Please have waste on the curbside for pickup by 7am on the first designated day for your location. Once items are picked up, they will not be returned (NO EXCEPTIONS) Drop-off Collection KBIC Tribal Members (Please present your KBIC Tribal ID) May 11 – 16 & May 18 – 23 Monday – Friday from 9:00 |
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Kids Jiu Jitsu Program run by 10th Planet Black Belt Stan Myaskovskiy Keweenaw Jiu Jitsu Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30p – 5:30p Starts May 5th Ages 9 -17 (Open to all Baraga County Students) Niiwin Akeaa Gym, Baraga Benefits: Gain Health, Build Real Confidence, Become Bullyproof, Learn a Valuable Martial Art Learn the Most effective form of self defense on the planet!
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Namegos (Lake Trout) and Mango Salsa Demonstration May 12th, from 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Ojibwa Seniors Center Baraga County Residents are invited to join Anthony Johnson for a fish and mango salsa cooking demonstration using fish from Lake Superior! REGISTRATION REQUIRED, SEAQTS LIMITED Call 906-353-4540 to register |
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Kids Jiu Jitsu Program run by 10th Planet Black Belt Stan Myaskovskiy Keweenaw Jiu Jitsu Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30p – 5:30p Starts May 5th Ages 9 -17 (Open to all Baraga County Students) Niiwin Akeaa Gym, Baraga Benefits: Gain Health, Build Real Confidence, Become Bullyproof, Learn a Valuable Martial Art Learn the Most effective form of self defense on the planet! |
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1 event,2026 SPRING CLEANUP Curbside Pickup KBIC Tribal Members residing within the boundaries of the KBIC reservation. No businesses allowed. L’Anse Side of Reservation, May 11 – 15 at 8:00 am Baraga Side of Reservation, May 18 -22 at 8:00 am Please have waste on the curbside for pickup by 7am on the first designated day for your location. Once items are picked up, they will not be returned (NO EXCEPTIONS) Drop-off Collection KBIC Tribal Members (Please present your KBIC Tribal ID) May 11 – 16 & May 18 – 23 Monday – Friday from 9:00 |
3 events,KBIC Health System YOUTH COALITION Tribal youth ages 12 – 18 YOUR VOICE MATTERS! First meeting: May 19th @ 3:30 pm KBIC Heath System upstairs conference room Youth health coalitions promote healthy lifestyles, positive decision making, and youth empowerment. We are building a space where young people grow in confidence, leadership, and well-being while working together to create a healthier future for themselves and their community. SPACE LIMITED. Call 906-353-4540 to register
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Kids Jiu Jitsu Program run by 10th Planet Black Belt Stan Myaskovskiy Keweenaw Jiu Jitsu Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30p – 5:30p Starts May 5th Ages 9 -17 (Open to all Baraga County Students) Niiwin Akeaa Gym, Baraga Benefits: Gain Health, Build Real Confidence, Become Bullyproof, Learn a Valuable Martial Art Learn the Most effective form of self defense on the planet! |
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Kids Jiu Jitsu Program run by 10th Planet Black Belt Stan Myaskovskiy Keweenaw Jiu Jitsu Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30p – 5:30p Starts May 5th Ages 9 -17 (Open to all Baraga County Students) Niiwin Akeaa Gym, Baraga Benefits: Gain Health, Build Real Confidence, Become Bullyproof, Learn a Valuable Martial Art Learn the Most effective form of self defense on the planet! |
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Kids Jiu Jitsu Program run by 10th Planet Black Belt Stan Myaskovskiy Keweenaw Jiu Jitsu Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30p – 5:30p Starts May 5th Ages 9 -17 (Open to all Baraga County Students) Niiwin Akeaa Gym, Baraga Benefits: Gain Health, Build Real Confidence, Become Bullyproof, Learn a Valuable Martial Art Learn the Most effective form of self defense on the planet! Please announce the following recurring monthly event: for Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds.The meetings are held at the Portage Lake District Library at 6:30 pm., the last Tuesday of each month. The dates are as follows: May 26, 2026 6:30 pm @ PLDL June 30, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL July 28, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL Thank you for your kind attention in announcing these meeting dates. Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is dedicated to the well-being of individuals living in our communities. Please feel free to call me (Sue Kauppi) at 906-369-4858 with any questions or concerns. |
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