Western UP 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;

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!

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

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

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

Spring on the Wing debuts May 9: A Community Celebration of Migration, Makers, and Local Conservation The City of Houghton will host Spring on the Wing on Saturday, May 9, 2026, a community celebration of World Migratory Bird Day featuring guided bird experiences, hands‑on learning, local vendors, and a full afternoon of creative, family‑friendly activities along pier. This event also celebrates the recent designation of Houghton as a Bird City. Morning Birding & Hands‑On Learning The day begins with field experiences designed to welcome both new and seasoned birders: 7:00–9:00 AM — Early Bird Walk at the Nara Nature Boardwalk (meet

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!

Welcoming the Thunders Bagaa’adowewin Traditional Lacrosse   Friday, May 15, 2026 – 4:00pm start time Niiwin Akeaa Center, Baraga   Everyone is welcome to bring a feast bag and dish to pass GIFT GAME – Everyone is encouraged to bring a gift   Sticks available for use.

Strategic Energy Plan Join us for a presentation of KBIC’s draft strategic energy plan.  This event will include gathering community feedback for inclusion in the revision process.   May 19, 2026 @ 6:00pm Ojibwe Senior Center, Baraga   Learn about local energy, contribute feedback, refreshments provided Questions contact Claire Christen cchristen@kbic-nsn.gov

Boat America – A Course on responsible boating   May 23, 2026 from 9:00 am to 5:00pm Baraga Township Hall, Baraga   Learn from the US Coast Guard Auxiliary   space is limited.  Registration closes on May 18, 2026. to Register call/Email:  906-524-5757 ext 4245 / michaell@kbic-nsn.gov