Western UP Events

The Copper Country Community Band (CCCB) is rallying the community for a deeply personal cause. On Monday, July 13th, at 7:30 PM, the band will host a benefit concert at the historic Calumet Theatre to support one of its founding members, Bill “Benji” Brotherton, and his wife, Annie, as they navigate a challenging health crisis.   For over half a century, Benji Brotherton has been a cornerstone of the local music scene. A trumpet player whose roots date back to the original Calumet Community Band in the 1970s, Benji has lent his talents, logistical skills, and time to nearly every

Copper Country Community Arts Center Summer Arts Camp   Summer Arts Camp is five exciting days of art making & exploration for kids entering 3rd-6th grades!  We’re excited to bring back Summer Arts Camp, now in its 36th year!   Mon-Fri 12:30-3:30pm Session 1:  August 3-7 OR Session 2:  August 10-14   Fee:  $95 for either week!  The deadline to register for either session is Tuesday, July 28 or until camp fills.  Stop by, call us at 906-482-2333 or to register online visit:  coppercountryarts.com/art-camp   This year’s Summer Arts Camp coordinator Charlotte Haanela, along with guest artists, will guide students

Copper Country Angel Mission Starts Annual Socks & Undies Drive for Local Students   Help Local Students Start the School Year with Confidence   Copper Country Angel Mission is launching its annual Socks & Undies Drive to collect new socks and underwear for local children in need, from toddlers through teenagers. The goal is to help every school-aged child begin the year with dignity, comfort, and the confidence that comes from having brand-new essentials.   Distribution The Angel Mission is again partnering with The Salvation Army – Copper Country – Bread of Life Center to distribute these essentials through CCAM’s

The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its quarterly meeting at 1 p.m. on July 14. The meeting will be held in-person at Keweenaw National Historical Park Headquarters building, located at 25970 Red Jacket Road. This is the corner of Red Jacket Road and Hwy. US-41 in Calumet. The meeting will include an update on the work of the commission and the National Park Service during the last quarter, discussion of plans and projects for this summer and fall, and will allow time for questions, requests, and comments from members of the public. The Keweenaw NHP Advisory

2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule   Multi-Purpose Building on M28 Music Starts @ 7:00 pm   July 14  Wing Nuts July 21  Jack Jolliff July 28  Lightning Ridge Aug 4  Chad Borgen and the Collective Aug 11  Rolling Thunder Aug 18  Rolling Thunder Aug 18  Belinda Maki Aug 25  U.P. Gumbo

2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule   Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm July 16  Aura Jamboree Preview – Variety of music July 23  Cathy Bolton – Sweetness in Pops July 30  The Knockabouts – Music from the Celtic World Aug 6  Keweenaw Brewgrass – Bluegrass & western swing Aug 13  Lighning Ridge – A variety of country classics Aug 20  Chad Borgen – A rock and roll country band Aug 27  Chasin’ Steel – Bluegrass Sept 3  Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country Sept 10  Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass   Bad weather concerts will be at the L’Anse Area

2026 Golf Tournament FOUR PERSON SCRAMBLE   July 18th, Check in 10:00am / Tee Off 11:00am L’Anse Golf Club   Dinner, Cash Prizes, Raffle $240 per team / $30 2 person cart rental (20 carts available)   Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Registration forms available by contacting 906-353-8808

L’Anse High School Girls Basketball Car Wash Fundraiser   Saturday, July 18, 2026 12 – 5 PM Pines Convenience Center, Baraga, MI   Donations are appreciated

Lake Linden Farmers Market   Fridays 3-6 pm Located in the Lake Linden Village Park June through to September   lakelindenfarmersmarket.com facebook.com/lakelindenmi instagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket lakelindenmarket@gmail.com

The Red Jacket Jamboree returns to the Calumet Theatre on July 18th. With guest singer/songwriter Jana Nyberg! Experience the magic of a live radio show as The Red Jacket Jamboree returns to the historic Calumet Theatre on July 18th!  Be part of a live studio audience for the recording of episodes #65 and #66, “Sun, Moon and Stars” and “Yooperheroes.”  Hosted by Lena Dorey and two-time U.P. Poet Laureate Martin Achatz, the Red Jacket Jamboree shares songs, stories, music and history from the Copper Country and beyond. Featured performer is jazz vocalist and musician  Jana Nyberg, an American Idol alumna