Western UP Events

Dollar Bay Preschool registration is open! Children who will be 4 years old by September 1 are eligible to be a part of this outstanding program. The Dollar Bay Preschool follows the school year calendar, from the second week of September through the first week of June, and class is in session 8:25-3:30 Monday through Thursday each week, with free breakfast, snack, and lunch provided every day. Interested parents can simply go to the Dollar Bay-Tamarack City School website for the links to register. Local 4-year-olds are welcome to join this wonderful Great Start Readiness Program, but there is a cap, so register

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    

Wild Ones Native Plant Sale The Wild Ones Keweenaw chapter is offering a selection of over two dozen native plants to get you gardening for butterflies, birds, and pollinators. Visit the shop at keweenaw.wildones.org and place your order. You can then pick up your plants in Houghton. The deadline getting your plants is July 23. In addition to native classics like common milkweed, lance-leaf coreopsis and wild bergamot, Wild Ones is offering some species for the first time, including blue false indigo and western sunflower. Order now for the best selection.

UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event. Wilderness Walk Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Gratiot River County Park., Allouez, MI The Wilderness Walks are opportunities to connect with God and each other in an outdoor natural setting.  Each walk has a leader who will guide the walk and stop along the way for readings and reflection.  The walks are appropriate for all ages including families and children. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

A Good Trouble Rally is scheduled from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Thursday, July 17th, by Keweenaw Indivisible, and we are joining them.   Please bring a water bottle, dress appropriately for the weather, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. And spread the word! In support of the Good Trouble Rally at Houghton’s Veterans Park at 4:00 pm, a MotorMarch is being staged.  Meet at the Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship parking lot at 3 pm to decorate your car.  Participants will decorate their private vehicles with signs or slogans drawn on side windows with “windshield markers.”

July 17th – Pasi Lautala Family:  Trio Tumpelot & Majority Finn   7pm at the Chassell Heritage Center   Trio Tumpleot plays folk and dance hall music from Finland and elsewhere.  The trio consists of Pasi lautala on accordion and vocals, Meg Pachmeyer on bass and Anna Gawboy on concertina.  Majority Finn consists of Pasi, Olivi and Ansel Lautala and Mag Pachmeyer playing Finnish music from the Last century to today, including originals written by the band members.

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

Join us on Saturday, July 19 for our next sale for the Gay VFD Auxiliary Bazaar & Sales.  We have new items arriving every week, so many great items have been added.  Special Feature this sale:  Summertime Fun Items.  Also, we have new auction items to bid on.  Everything is now on the main floor of the Community Hall, check out the new Boutique Room and Book Nook.  A free will donation lunch will be available.  Come have lunch with friends and take home some deals. Saturday, July 19 from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Gay Community Hall 8878 Second Street,