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SUMMARY:Goat Movie Night for Public
DESCRIPTION:KBIC Health System and Youth Department presents Goat Movie Night \n  \nFree Entry\, Friday\, April 17th \nStarts at 6:00p @ Niiwin Akeaa Center \n  \nOpen to the public \nConcession available
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/goat-movie-night-for-public/
LOCATION:Niiwin Akeaa Community Center\, 111 Beartown Road\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:KBIC Victim Services - Wire Wrap Earrings
DESCRIPTION:KBIC Victim Services & Programs WIRE WRAP EARRINGS \n  \nFriday\, April 17th from 5pm to 7pm at Zeba Hall \n  \nContact Jade at 906-353-4598 or Jessica at 906-353-4595 \nTo register or ask questions.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/kbic-victim-services-wire-wrap-earrings/
LOCATION:Zeba Community Hall\, Zeba Road\, Zeba\, Michigan\, 49946
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260417T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260417T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
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SUMMARY:Baraga Co Shelter Home\, Copper Shores\, KBIC Victim Services Sign Making
DESCRIPTION:Baraga County Shelter Home\, Copper Shores\, and KBIC Victim Services and Programs SIGN MAKING \n  \nApril 14th from 4p – 8p \nApril 17th from 5p – 7p \nZeba Hall \n  \nMake a sign to honor a survivor of violence or to support crime victims’ rights.  Signs will be displayed on the L’Anse Waterfront as a part of our National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Vigil on April 19th. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Jessica at 906-353-4595 or Holly at 906-524-7079
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/baraga-co-shelter-home-copper-shores-kbic-victim-services-sign-making-2/
LOCATION:Zeba Community Hall\, Zeba Road\, Zeba\, Michigan\, 49946
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260417T141500
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SUMMARY:Dollar Bay's Kindergarten Registration & Round-Up
DESCRIPTION:Dollar Bay’s Kindergarten Registration is open! The DB Kindergarten Round-Up will be Friday\, April 17\, at 2:15 at the Dollar Bay School. Kids will hear a story read by the teacher\, have a cookie in the lunchroom\, and take a school bus ride around the neighborhood. Families of kids who will be 5 years old by September 1 are warmly invited. The registration form can be found under the Parents tab of the school website. Parents with questions are welcome to call the school office.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/dollar-bays-kindergarten-registration-round-up/
LOCATION:Dollar Bay-Tamarack City Area School\, 48475 Maple Drive\, Dollar Bay\, Michigan\, 49922
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260417T130000
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SUMMARY:L'Anse Area Schools Spring Pow Wow
DESCRIPTION:KBIC Promise Neighborhoods presents L’ANSE AREA SCHOOLS K-12 SPRING POW WOW \n  \nFriday\, April 17th from 1p – 3:15p \n  \nLAS Gymnasium\, 201 N 4th Street\, L’Anse \n  \nPublic is welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/lanse-area-schools-spring-pow-wow/
LOCATION:L’Anse Area Schools\, L'Anse\, MI\, 49946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T130000
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SUMMARY:KBOCC 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo
DESCRIPTION: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).\n\nThis 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.\n\nThis event will be open to the public\, and local high schools are also encouraged to bring their students.\nPlease refer to the following itinerary to plan your participation for this fair:\n 9:00am-10:00am — Recruiter sign-in and booth set-up\n 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 \n\nA prompt response will ensure you have a booth reservation and maximum publicity for your participation. Due to limited space capacity\, we require advanced registration.\n\nWe 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/kbocc-2026-job-fair-and-career-expo/
LOCATION:Niiwin Akeaa Community Center\, 111 Beartown Road\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260414T160000
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SUMMARY:Baraga Co Shelter Home\, Copper Shores\, KBIC Victim Services Sign Making
DESCRIPTION:Baraga County Shelter Home\, Copper Shores\, and KBIC Victim Services and Programs SIGN MAKING \n  \nApril 14th from 4p – 8p \nApril 17th from 5p – 7p \nZeba Hall \n  \nMake a sign to honor a survivor of violence or to support crime victims’ rights.  Signs will be displayed on the L’Anse Waterfront as a part of our National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Vigil on April 19th. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Jessica at 906-353-4595 or Holly at 906-524-7079
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/baraga-co-shelter-home-copper-shores-kbic-victim-services-sign-making/
LOCATION:Zeba Community Hall\, Zeba Road\, Zeba\, Michigan\, 49946
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260412T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
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SUMMARY:Alfred Erickson American Legion Post 186 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION: Alfred Erickson American Legion Post 186\n                  Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser\n       Sunday\,  April 12 2026\n       @ the Post Home\n            1308 Quincy Street\, Hancock\nServing from 12 noon – 4 pm\nDonation $10\nCurbside pickup only\n\nWe ask people to enter from birch street and exit onto Quincy st.  Watch for our people directing traffic.  Food will be delivered to your car.  Tickets can be purchased from Legion members or at the event.  The sauce is scratch made by our veteran members from a recipe we have been using for decades.  Served with fresh French bread\, coleslaw and a cookie.  Please support our fund raiser that supports the post and its various veteran and community projects.  These include veteran’s funeral services\, Boys State\, Girl and Boy Scouts\, Legion baseball and other charitable community projects.  For more information contact Public affairs officer Jim Peterson at 906-370-8144
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/alfred-erickson-american-legion-post-186-spaghetti-dinner-fundraiser-2/
LOCATION:American Legion Post #186\, 1308 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Public Forum "Working towards Sustainable Materials Management and a circular Economy in the Copper Country"
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (KUUF) will host a free public forum online titled “Working towards Sustainable Materials Management and a Circular Economy in the Copper Country” on Sunday\, April 12 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.\nJonathon Nagel\, executive director of the Copper Country Recycling Initiative\, will introduce the principles of sustainable materials management\, helping participants understand how the products and resources we use every day are part of a much larger system. We will discuss efforts across the Copper County to support sustainable materials management and promote circular economies. A circular economy is an economic model that aims to eliminate waste and promote sustainability through reuse and resource efficiency.\nNagel previously worked in municipal planning for the City of Fort Collins\, Colorado\, where he focused on sustainable materials management\, environmental policy and green building. He is a graduate of Colorado State University\, where he majored in political science\, with minors in development and business.\nForums are approximately one hour long. The public is invited to participate.\nJoin the forum via Zoom:\nWorking towards Sustainable Materials Management\nand a Circular Economy in the Copper Country\nThe Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (KUUF) will host a free public forum online titled “Working towards Sustainable Materials Management and a Circular Economy in the Copper Country” on Sunday\, April 12 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.\nJonathon Nagel\, executive director of the Copper Country Recycling Initiative\, will introduce the principles of sustainable materials management\, helping participants understand how the products and resources we use every day are part of a much larger system. We will discuss efforts across the Copper County to support sustainable materials management and promote circular economies. A circular economy is an economic model that aims to eliminate waste and promote sustainability through reuse and resource efficiency.\nNagel previously worked in municipal planning for the City of Fort Collins\, Colorado\, where he focused on sustainable materials management\, environmental policy and green building. He is a graduate of Colorado State University\, where he majored in political science\, with minors in development and business.\nForums are approximately one hour long. The public is invited to participate.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/public-forum-working-towards-sustainable-materials-management-and-a-circular-economy-in-the-copper-country/
LOCATION:Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship\, 604 Bridge Street\, Houghton\, MI\, 49931\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260411T170000
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw's Got Talent
DESCRIPTION:Keweenaw’s Got Talent\nSaturday\, April 11\, 2026\n5:00 – 9:00 p.m.\nHancock Community Hub\nRachel Marie Blau Memorial Theater\n417 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, Michigan \nDoors open at 5:00 p.m. with concessions and pre-show activities. The event concludes with awards and a finale celebration. \n\n  \nAbout the Event \nKeweenaw’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. \n\nEvent 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. \n\n“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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaws-got-talent/
LOCATION:Hancock Community Hub Gym\, 417 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, MI\, 49930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260406T190000
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw ATV Club Meeting
DESCRIPTION:monthly meeting of the Keweenaw atv club will be held on April 6th \, 2026\,  at 7:00 P.M. It will be held at the Hubbell VFW in Hubbell Mich. We will discuss old and new projects. This is the first meeting of the season. Please attend and bring a friend.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaw-atv-club-meeting/
LOCATION:Hubbell VFW\, 52218 Duncan Avenue\, Hubbell\, Michigan\, 49934
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260404T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260323T161159Z
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SUMMARY:KBIC Cultural Committee Traditional Medicine Clinic
DESCRIPTION:KBIC Cultural committee Traditional Medicine Clinic \n  \nTodd Smith\, Traditional Medicine Consultant\, will be available to see people on the following dates: \n  \nCultural Center \n14865 Ojibwa Park Drive\, Baraga\, MI \nSaturday\, April 4\, 2026 \nTraditional Clinic – 9:00 am – 6:00 pm \n  \nFor more information or to schedule an appointment\, 906-353-7020 \nParticipants are required to abstain from alcohol\, marijuana and drug use four days prior to the Clinic. \nWomen on their moontime cannot participate.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/kbic-cultural-committee-traditional-medicine-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Cultural Center\, 14865 Ojibwa Park Drive\, Baraga\, MI\, 49908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260404T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260404T120000
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CREATED:20260317T132456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T132456Z
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Keweenaw native Plant Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Ninth Annual Keweenaw Native Plant Symposium\nSaturday\, April 4\, 2026\n9 a.m.-noon\nZoom\n\nThe Keweenaw Native Plant Symposium features nationally known pollinator advocate Heather Holm\, who will speak on creating soft landings: mini-ecosystems beneath trees that support pollinators. During this free event\, we’ll also learn about mosquito control\, encouraging beneficial insects\, and planting the right tree in the right place. Learn more and register at keweenaw.wildones.org.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/9th-annual-keweenaw-native-plant-symposium/
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260404T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260404T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260330T152816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T152816Z
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SUMMARY:The Class of 2028 Presents March Madness Adult Tournament Class Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Class of 2028 Presents march madness Adult Tournament Class Fundraiser \n  \nCome Out & Watch! \nFriday\, April 3rd from 4:30pm – 9:00pm \nSaturday\, April 4th from 8:30am – 7:00pm \n@ Baraga Area Schools \n  \nBasket Raffle\, 50/50 jackpot\, Concessions by our Booster Club\, Iced Coffee for Senior Bash \n  \ncome on out\, Watch some basketball & Support our Students! \nClass of 2028 Fundraiser for Senior Class Trip
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-class-of-2028-presents-march-madness-adult-tournament-class-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Baraga Area Schools\, 210 Lyons Street\, Baraga\, MI\, 49908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260403T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260403T210000
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CREATED:20260330T152654Z
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SUMMARY:The Class of 2028 Presents March Madness Adult Tournament
DESCRIPTION:The Class of 2028 Presents march madness Adult Tournament Class Fundraiser \n  \nCome Out & Watch! \nFriday\, April 3rd from 4:30pm – 9:00pm \nSaturday\, April 4th from 8:30am – 7:00pm \n@ Baraga Area Schools \n  \nBasket Raffle\, 50/50 jackpot\, Concessions by our Booster Club\, Iced Coffee for Senior Bash \n  \ncome on out\, Watch some basketball & Support our Students! \nClass of 2028 Fundraiser for Senior Class Trip
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-class-of-2028-presents-march-madness-adult-tournament/
LOCATION:Baraga Area Schools\, 210 Lyons Street\, Baraga\, MI\, 49908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260402T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260402T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260309T183440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T183440Z
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SUMMARY:Visit the Easter Bunny
DESCRIPTION:Come See the Easter Bunny \n  \nApril 2nd\, 2026 from4p – 5:30p \nUPSTAIRS AT THE KBIC HELATH SYSTEM \n  \nVisit with the Easter Bunny and receive a goodie bag! \n  \nFamilies with children ages 0-5 are welcomed.  Please contact 906-353-4523 if any questions. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/visit-the-easter-bunny/
LOCATION:KBIC Health System\, 102 N. Superior Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260331T183000
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CREATED:20260323T164310Z
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SUMMARY:Chassell All School Reunion Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Chassell All School Reunion Committee will meet on Tuesday\, March 31\, at 6:30 p.m. at the Chassell VFW building. All alumni are invited to attend. There will be the opportunity to join the meeting virtually. Call 906-523-4564 for more information. The next reunion is being planned for July 12\, 2026\, in Chassell.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/chassell-all-school-reunion-committee-meeting/
LOCATION:Chassell VFW\, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive\, Chassell\, Michigan\, 49916
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260331T183000
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CREATED:20260213T154825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T154825Z
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe dates are as follows: \nMarch  31\,2026\, 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nApril 28\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nMay 26\, 2026 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nJune 30\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @PLDL \nJuly 28\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @PLDL \nThank 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaw-support-4-healthy-minds-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Portage Lake District Library\, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive\, Houghton\, MI\, 49908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260331T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260318T134046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T134046Z
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SUMMARY:Handbell Concert
DESCRIPTION:Handbell Concert\nTues\, March 31st\, 6 p.m.\nL’Anse Methodist Church\nFree will offering to benefit Copper Country Mental Health\nA wide variety of music to interest everyone\, presented by Bells on the Bay\nLight refreshments following the concert
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/handbell-concert/
LOCATION:L’Anse Methodist Church\, 304 North Main Street\, L'Anse\, MI\, 49946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260326T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260304T163215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T163215Z
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SUMMARY:Community QPR (+Narcan) Training
DESCRIPTION:Community QPR (+Narcan) Training offered March 26 in Hancock\n\nFree suicide prevention and opioid overdose reversal training\nCopper 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. \n  \nAll 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. \n  \nQPR 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. \n  \nRegistration 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/community-qpr-narcan-training/
LOCATION:Copper Shores Community Health Foundation\, 821 Water Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260129T171231Z
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SUMMARY:Cow Calf Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 \nMSU 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. \nMerck Animal Health will be sponsoring the meetings\, providing pizza and soft drinks. Topics will include the beef market outlook\, protecting cattle prices\nwith the Livestock Risk Protection program\, the Effects of Maternal Bovine Appeasing Substance\, and genetic selection for carcass characteristics. \nReservations are required. \nPlease contact the Ontonagon County MSU Extension Office at 906-884-4386 or email them at farleyb2@msu.edu.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/cow-calf-meeting/
LOCATION:Baraga Lakeside Inn\, 900 US Hwy 41\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260317T160605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T160605Z
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SUMMARY:Two Spirit Talking Circle Quill Earrings
DESCRIPTION:KBIC Victim Services & Programs \n  \nTWO SPIRIT TALKING CIRCLE \nQuill Earrings \nJoin us for an evening of crafting with Bryan Welsh.  We will have materials available for quill earrings.  this event is a peer support space for LGBTQIA+ and Two Spirit community members\, their families\, and allies. \n  \nTuesday\, March 24th from 5:00pm – 7:00pm \nOjibwa Senior Citizens\, Baraga \n  \nPlease reach out to Carisa at 906-353-4595 to register or if you have any questions.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/two-spirit-talking-circle-quill-earrings/
LOCATION:Ojibwa Senior Citizens\, 208 Main Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Equal Pay for Women Gathering
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, March 24\, the League of Women Voters of the Copper Country will emphasize the call for Equal Pay for Women by distributing cookies\, oranges\, and information on the Michigan Tech campus. League members and volunteers will wear red and gather at the Husky statue from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.  \n\nRed symbolizes that women and people of color are “in the red” when it comes to equal pay for equal work. This day marks the number of extra days since January 1st that women must work\, on average\, to earn what a man makes in one year. A woman must work at least 14 months to earn what a man earns in 12 months. The current gender pay gap is 81% for full-time white women and 75% for all workers (women of color\, part-time\, and seasonal).
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/equal-pay-for-women-gathering/
LOCATION:Michigan Technological University\, Houghton
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T190000
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CREATED:20260309T174956Z
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SUMMARY:ASpecial Public Presentation on Hospice and Palliative Care
DESCRIPTION:Coming Home \nA special Public Presentation on Hospice and Palliative Care \n  \nSophina 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 \n  \nFEAR & HOPE:  An Indigenous Perspective on Illness & Health \nWednesday\, March 18\, 2026 ~ 7pm \nMarquette Regional History Center \n  \nPresented by cedar Tree Institute\, cedartreeinstitute.org \nFREE ADMISSION
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/aspecial-public-presentation-on-hospice-and-palliative-care/
LOCATION:Marquette Regional History Center\, 145 W. Spring Street\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260304T163555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T163555Z
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SUMMARY:UP Wild in the Keweenaw Gathering
DESCRIPTION:UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event. \n\nUP Wild Gathering – A Celtic Celebration\nLed by: Pastor Bucky Beach (Ret.)\nSaturday\, March 14\, 2026\, at 3:00 p.m.\nNara Nature Park\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/up-wild-in-the-keweenaw-gathering-3/
LOCATION:Nara Nature Park\, 47375 US Hwy 41\, Houghton\, Michigan\, 49931
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260205T175251Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Superior MakerFest on Pi Day
DESCRIPTION:Superior Fab Lab Announces 4th Annual “Superior MakerFest” to Celebrate Infinite Creativity on Pi Day \nSuperior 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. \nThe 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. \n“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.” \nEvent Highlights: \n● 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.\n● 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.\n● Hands-on Learning: Attendees of all ages can connect with local STEM clubs and participate in live demonstrations.\n● Local Flavor: The event will feature food options from various local vendors\, ensuring a full afternoon of fed-family-friendly fun. \n“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.” \nCall for Participants: \nSuperior 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. \n  \nFor 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. \nAbout Superior Fab Lab: \nSuperior 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/4th-annual-superior-makerfest-on-pi-day/
LOCATION:Houghton High School\, 1603 Gundlach Road\, Houghton\, Michigan\, 49931
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Pop into Spring!
DESCRIPTION:Pop into Spring!  A popcorn party for little learners! \n  \nDate:  March 12\, 2026 \nTime:  5:00pm \nLocation:  KBIC Health System Second Floor \n  \nWhat’s popping at the event: \nPopcorn sensory bin \nPopcorn story time \nLive popcorn popping \nPopcorn craft \n  \nFree event for families with children ages 0-5!  come pop into spring with us!  For more information\, please call 906-353-4540.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pop-into-spring/
LOCATION:KBIC Health System\, 102 N. Superior Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T233019
CREATED:20260304T163458Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Candidates Forum for the MI01 Congressional Seat
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS: \nWHO: Keweenaw Indivisible \nWHAT: MI-01 Meet the Candidates Forum \nWHEN: March 11th from 7–9 pm \nWHERE: Hancock Community Hub\, 417 Quincy St.\, Hancock\, MI \nEvent link: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/912803/ \n  \nRich Canevez\, the local organizer of Keweenaw Indivisible will be available on site for interviews starting at 6:00 PM.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/meet-the-candidates-forum-for-the-mi01-congressional-seat/
LOCATION:Hancock Community Hub Gym\, 417 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, MI\, 49930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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CREATED:20260203T181832Z
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SUMMARY:What is Needed? in Planning for Long-Term Care
DESCRIPTION:What is Needed? in Planning for Long-Term Care \n  \nMarch 10th @ 5:30 pm \nPre-registration is needed to attend. A light dinner is provided. \n  \nTo register call Jaye @906-483-2151 \n  \nPreparing for long-term care involves putting in place specific legal paperwork to ensure your wishes\, both medical and financial are carried out. \n  \nJoin 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. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/what-is-needed-in-planning-for-long-term-care/
LOCATION:Canal View\, 1100 W. Quincy Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Cooking Demo
DESCRIPTION:Cooking Demo \nMarch 10th\, 23026 @ 5:00pm \nCorned Beef and Cabbage \n  \nYou are invited to participate in an engaging session focused on exploring the wonderful world of cabbage and its many intriguing facets! \n  \nOjibwa Seniors\, Baraga \n  \nRegistration Required 906-353-4540
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/cooking-demo/
LOCATION:Ojibwa Senior Citizens\, 208 Main Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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