Big Annie Fundraiser
2026-02-27 16:00 - 23:00 UTC | Elk’s Lodge #404, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
The Big Annie team is bringing back their Warm UP with “Big Annie” fundraiser during CopperDog weekend! Join the fun on Friday, February 27, from 4:00–11:00 PM at Elks Lodge #404 in Calumet. Stop in to warm up with chili or a sloppy joe, browse the silent auction, and enjoy the festivities. The bar opens at 4:00 PM, with live music from 8:30–10:30 PM by the Brewgrass Band.

Painting with Zaagidiwin Event
2026-02-27 16:30 - 18:30 | Ojibwa Senior Citizens, 208 Main Avenue, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
KBIC Victim Services & Programs
Painting with Zaagidiwin: A Paint Your Partner Event

Bring your loved one and paint a picture of each other! Your partner, your mom, your auntie, your best friend, or your child!

Friday, February 27th from 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Ojibwa Senior Center

Contact Jade or Jessica at 906-353-4595 to register or ask questions

Copper Dog Events at George Gipp Recreation Area & Arena
2026-02-28 00:00 - 2026-03-01 23:59 | George Gipp Recreation Area & Arena, 200 Isle Royale Street, Laurium, Michigan, 49913
Copper Dog Events at George Gipp Recreation Area & Arena

Saturday 2/28
9am – 8pm ~ FREE PUBLIC SKATE ALL DAY!
10am – 1pm ~ COPPER PULL
2pm – 4pm ~ COPPER DASH (Kids Event)
5:45p – 8pm ~ COPPER PULL

Sunday 3/1
9am – 8pm ~ FREE PUBLIC SKATE ALL DAY!
9:15a – TBD ~ COPPER PULL
11am – 3:30pm ~ CD120 RACE FINISH

The Gipp Ice Rink will be open to the public on Saturday & Sunday from 9am – 8pm to warm up, use facilities, grab a pasty and SKATE FOR FREE!

Rental skates are available in all sizes for $2!

VFW Auxiliary Annual Ice Fishing Tournament - FREE FOR KIDS
2026-02-28 07:00 - 13:00 | Chassell VFW, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell, Michigan, 49916
VFW Auxiliary Annual Ice Fishing Tournament
Boundaries include Portage Lake and Chassell Bay

Saturday, February 28th, 2026 from 7am until 1pm
FREE FOR KIDS – AGES 1 TO 15

FOOD AND PRIZES AWARDED AT 1PM (All Children Must fish to Win a Door Prize!!!!

Registration 3 days before Wednesday- Friday 6pm – Close of day of Saturday from 7am -10am
Register in person (no call in) at Chassell VFW, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell
Food and Prizes immediately after weigh-in at Chassell VFW

Check out Facebook event for more details on prizes and sponsors. All Michigan fishing rules apply!!
(All fish must be registered by 1pm – NO EXCEPTIONS!!)

VFW Auxiliary Annual Ice Fishing Tournament
2026-02-28 07:00 - 19:00 | Chassell VFW, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell, Michigan, 49916
VFW Auxiliary Annual Ice Fishing tournament
Boundaries include Portage lake and Chassell Bay

Saturday, February 28th, 2026 from 7am until 7pm
$20 Entry Fee

Registration 3 days before Wednesday- Friday 6pm – Close of day of Saturday from 7am -10am
Register in person (no call in) at Chassell VFW, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell
Food and Prizes immediately after weigh-in at Chassell VFW

check out Facebook event for more details on prizes and sponsors. All Michigan fishing rules apply!!
(All fish must be registered by 7pm – NO EXCEPTIONS!!)

MI-Trale Monthly Meeting
2026-03-02 19:00 | Stannard Township Hall, 14927 State Hwy M-28 East, Bruce Crossing, Michigan, 49912
Our March Monthly Meeting will be held at 7:00pm, (Eastern Time), in person at the Stannard Township Hall on Monday 3/2/2026. For virtual attendance, we now have ZOOM available. 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!

Hope you all have a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day!

KBIC Solid Waste Facility Recycling Event
2026-03-04 08:00 - 12:00 | KBIC Sold Waste Facility, 16278 Ojibwa Industrial Park Road, Baraga, MI, 49908, United States
KBIX Solid Waste Facility Recycling Event
Saturday, April 4, 2026 from 8am – 12pm

16278 Ojibwa Industrial Park Road, Baraga, MI

E-Waste
TVS & monitors $5 Each
Printers- #2
All Other E-Waste – NO CHARGE
Waste Oil
Maximum 10 Gallons – NO CHARGE

Keweenaw Wild Ones Presentation
2026-03-04 18:30
WHAT: Understanding Soils, Part 2: Soil Chemical Properties
WHEN: 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 4
WHERE: On Zoom. Learn more and register at keweenaw.wildones.org .
Join Keweenaw Wild Ones for another fascinating Zoom talk by soils scientist Dr. Ken Farrish. Great gardens begin with understanding your soil, and in this talk Ferrish will focus on soil’s chemical properties, such as the availability of essential plant nutrients, soil pH, and soil salinity. This webinar is free and open to the public.

Concert to Benefit Baraga County Cancer Support Group
2026-03-06 19:00 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Concert to Benefit Baraga County Cancer Support Group

Country / Gospel / Bluegrass
March 6th, 2026 @ 7 pm
L’Anse Methodist Church
Free Admission ~ Freewill donations gratefully accepted.

Featuring: Laura Augustine, Bill Kautto, Courtney & Adam Lundgren, Todd Overbeek, Mike Roberts, Mike Urbis

Cooking Demo
2026-03-10 17:00 | Ojibwa Senior Citizens, 208 Main Avenue, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Cooking Demo
March 10th, 23026 @ 5:00pm
Corned Beef and Cabbage

You are invited to participate in an engaging session focused on exploring the wonderful world of cabbage and its many intriguing facets!

Ojibwa Seniors, Baraga

Registration Required 906-353-4540

What is Needed? in Planning for Long-Term Care
2026-03-10 17:30 | Canal View, 1100 W. Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
What is Needed? in Planning for Long-Term Care

March 10th @ 5:30 pm
Pre-registration is needed to attend. A light dinner is provided.

To register call Jaye @906-483-2151

Preparing for long-term care involves putting in place specific legal paperwork to ensure your wishes, both medical and financial are carried out.

Join us as we discuss what is needed for long-term care. We will give an overview of DPOA (Durable Power of Attorney)for healthcare vs Guardianships for long-term care admission. the remaining time will for Q&A. We will have Canal View staff available to assist with paperwork, as able, in regards to DPOA or Guardianship. If you have paperwork, feel free to bring it with you.

Meet the Candidates Forum for the MI01 Congressional Seat
2026-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Hancock Community Hub Gym, 417 Quincy Street, Hancock, MI, 49930, United States
Keweenaw Indivisible and Voters Not Politicians are hosting a non-partisan meet the candidates forum for the MI01 Congressional seat on the evening of Wednesday, March 11th, 2026. This event aims to inform and educate local voters on the candidates’ platforms.

EVENT DETAILS:
WHO: Keweenaw Indivisible
WHAT: MI-01 Meet the Candidates Forum
WHEN: March 11th from 7–9 pm
WHERE: Hancock Community Hub, 417 Quincy St., Hancock, MI
Event link: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/912803/

Rich Canevez, the local organizer of Keweenaw Indivisible will be available on site for interviews starting at 6:00 PM.

Pop into Spring!
2026-03-12 17:00 | KBIC Health System, 102 N. Superior Avenue, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Pop into Spring! A popcorn party for little learners!

Date: March 12, 2026
Time: 5:00pm
Location: KBIC Health System Second Floor

What’s popping at the event:
Popcorn sensory bin
Popcorn story time
Live popcorn popping
Popcorn craft

Free event for families with children ages 0-5! come pop into spring with us! For more information, please call 906-353-4540.

4th Annual Superior MakerFest on Pi Day
2026-03-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Houghton High School, 1603 Gundlach Road, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
Superior Fab Lab Announces 4th Annual “Superior MakerFest” to Celebrate Infinite Creativity on Pi Day
Superior Fab Lab, a local 501(c)(3) non-profit, is proud to announce the return of the Superior MakerFest for its fourth consecutive year. In a nod to the ‘”infinite possibilities” of innovation, this year’s festival will take place on Pi Day—Saturday, March 14, 2026—from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Houghton High School.
The Superior MakerFest is the Copper Country’s premier celebration of the ‘Maker Movement, bringing together hobbyists, engineers, artists, and students to showcase their hands-on creations.
“This year’s MakerFest is more than an event; it’s a celebration of the infinite possibilities that emerge when creativity and community collide,” says Superior Fab Lab member Jason Mack. “By holding MakerFest on Pi Day, we’re highlighting the perfect circle of STEM, art, and innovation. We are thrilled to bring the Copper Country community together yet again for an immersive experience.”
Event Highlights:
● The Main Event: Located in the Houghton High School gym, attendees can explore interactive booths featuring “Featured Makers”, showcasing everything from high-tech robotics to traditional crafts.
● Maker Competitions: Local creators will compete for top honors in categories including Metal, Plastics, Textiles, Electronics, Wood, and a dedicated Youth Category for makers under 13.
● Hands-on Learning: Attendees of all ages can connect with local STEM clubs and participate in live demonstrations.
● Local Flavor: The event will feature food options from various local vendors, ensuring a full afternoon of fed-family-friendly fun.
“I brought my kids thinking we’d stay for an hour, and we ended up staying until the doors closed,” says Sarah J., a local parent and past attendee. “Seeing my daughter’s face light up when she realized she could actually build the technology she uses every day was incredible.”
Call for Participants:
Superior Fab Lab is currently seeking competitors, featured makers, and volunteers to help make this the biggest MakerFest yet. Registration is now open on the official website.

For more information, to register as a maker, or to sign up as a volunteer, please visit www.superiorfablab.com/makerfest2026 or contact superiorfablab@gmail.com.
About Superior Fab Lab:
Superior Fab Lab is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Hancock, MI. Dedicated to fostering a culture of making, the lab provides the community with access to tools, technology, and knowledge to turn ideas into reality. Through workshops, events, and community collaboration, Superior Fab Lab empowers the next generation of problem-solvers in the Copper Country.

UP Wild in the Keweenaw Gathering
2026-03-14 15:00 | Nara Nature Park, 47375 US Hwy 41, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event.

UP Wild Gathering – A Celtic Celebration
Led by: Pastor Bucky Beach (Ret.)
Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Nara Nature Park

The UP Wild Gatherings are opportunities to connect with God and each other within our natural world. Each Gathering has a leader who will guide the participants through readings and reflection. The Gathering will be indoors with an outdoor component. Snowshoes and cross-country skis are welcome. The Gatherings are appropriate for all ages, including families and children. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary. A potluck meal will follow the service.

ASpecial Public Presentation on Hospice and Palliative Care
2026-03-18 19:00 | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
Coming Home
A special Public Presentation on Hospice and Palliative Care

Sophina Manheimer Calderon, MD, Chief Medical Officer of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Recipient of Arizona’s 2021 Rural Health Exceptional Health Professional Award & Member of the Navajo nation

FEAR & HOPE: An Indigenous Perspective on Illness & Health
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 ~ 7pm
Marquette Regional History Center

Presented by cedar Tree Institute, cedartreeinstitute.org
FREE ADMISSION

Dewe'igan - Listen, Learn, and Connect
2026-03-19 00:00 - 2026-05-14 23:59
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.

Cow Calf Meeting
2026-03-24 18:00 | Baraga Lakeside Inn, 900 US Hwy 41, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Frank Wardynski, MSU Extension Educator, will be conducting a Cow Calf Meeting in Baraga at the Baraga Lakeside Inn on Tuesday, March 24 at 6:00 pm EST
MSU Extension’s winter cow-calf meetings provide a forum for producers to stay informed on management, markets, and emerging issues that can impact profitability and long-term operational success.
Merck Animal Health will be sponsoring the meetings, providing pizza and soft drinks. Topics will include the beef market outlook, protecting cattle prices
with the Livestock Risk Protection program, the Effects of Maternal Bovine Appeasing Substance, and genetic selection for carcass characteristics.
Reservations are required.
Please contact the Ontonagon County MSU Extension Office at 906-884-4386 or email them at farleyb2@msu.edu.

Community QPR (+Narcan) Training
2026-03-26 11:00 | Copper Shores Community Health Foundation, 821 Water Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Community QPR (+Narcan) Training offered March 26 in Hancock

Free suicide prevention and opioid overdose reversal training
Copper Shores Community Health Foundation is hosting free QPR and Narcan trainings, on Thursday, March 26 at 11 a.m. Both trainings take place at Copper Shores’ office, 821 Water Street, Hancock. QPR Training takes about an hour to complete, with an optional 30-minute Narcan Training to follow.

All community members from Houghton, Keweenaw, Baraga and Ontonagon counties are invited to attend and learn life-saving skills. Both trainings are tailored for laypersons, including but not limited to businesses, educators, faith groups, healthcare professionals, parents and caregivers.

QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer; three simple steps that anyone can learn to prevent suicide. Participants will learn to recognize warning signs of a suicide crisis, ask direct questions and connect individuals to appropriate support. Narcan Training teaches individuals how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose, how to carry and administer the opioid overdose reversal drug Naloxone, and better understand the role of harm reduction in the overall opioid public health crisis.

Registration is free, but required as seats are limited. Sign up by Tuesday, March 24 by visiting coppershores.org. For questions or concerns, contact Copper Shores Prevention Coordinator Lisa Simpson at lsimpson@coppershores.org or at 1 (906) 523-5920 ext. 2062.

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
2026-03-31 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
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:
March 31,2026, 6:30 pm @ PLDL
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 any questions or concerns.

Visit the Easter Bunny
2026-04-02 16:00 - 17:30 | KBIC Health System, 102 N. Superior Avenue, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Come See the Easter Bunny

April 2nd, 2026 from4p – 5:30p
UPSTAIRS AT THE KBIC HELATH SYSTEM

Visit with the Easter Bunny and receive a goodie bag!

Families with children ages 0-5 are welcomed. Please contact 906-353-4523 if any questions.

Keweenaw's Got Talent
2026-04-11 17:00 - 21:00 | Hancock Community Hub Gym, 417 Quincy Street, Hancock, MI, 49930, United States
Keweenaw’s Got Talent
Saturday, April 11, 2026
5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Hancock Community Hub
Rachel Marie Blau Memorial Theater
417 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with concessions and pre-show activities. The event concludes with awards and a finale celebration.

About the Event
Keweenaw’s Got Talent is designed to spotlight the creativity already thriving in the region and build a new annual tradition rooted in community pride, encouragement, and fun. It is coordinated by the Hancock Community Hub Events Committee and community volunteers. Youth will kick off the event with the “Rising Stars Showcase,” and adults will showcase their talents on stage in a competition with audience voting and community judges.

Event tickets will be available for purchase online starting in February. More information will be released soon. Local businesses interested in partnering by sponsoring the event are encouraged to contact the Hancock Community Hub at: hancockcommunityhub@gmail.com.

“This talent show is about more than performances—it’s about bringing our community together, celebrating the creative arts, and giving people of all ages a chance to shine. We’re excited to see the incredible talent in the Keweenaw region showcased on stage at the Hancock Community Hub,” said Sarah Melin, Chair of the Hancock Community Hub Events Committee.

KBOCC 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo
2026-04-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Niiwin Akeaa Community Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College (KBOCC) cordially invites you to participate in our 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The event will be held from 10:00am-1:00pm at the Niiwin Akeaa Center, 111 Beartown Rd, Baraga, MI 49908. The building is located behind the Ojibwa Casino (follow the signs).

This FREE event will host numerous employers/agencies to promote their summer jobs, internships and career opportunities to students and community members in a variety of fields. This year we would also like to welcome businesses that may be interested in promoting their business and/or career field, regardless of whether they have open positions available.

This event will be open to the public, and local high schools are also encouraged to bring their students.
Please refer to the following itinerary to plan your participation for this fair:
 9:00am-10:00am — Recruiter sign-in and booth set-up
 10:00am-1:00pm — Open fair format for student/community traffic and interviewingHere is a direct link to our online registration form. www.kbocc.edu/jobfair

A prompt response will ensure you have a booth reservation and maximum publicity for your participation. Due to limited space capacity, we require advanced registration.

We look forward to hosting you on our campus for our 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo. If you have any questions, please contact me at (906) 524-8405.

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
2026-04-28 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
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 any questions or concerns.

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
2026-05-26 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
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.

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
2026-06-30 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
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:
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.

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
2026-07-28 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
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 follow:
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.
