Western UP Events

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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!

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

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!

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