Keep It In The UP!

Baraga County Trails in Motion Membership Drive
2025-12-20 12:00 - 18:00 UTC | Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, 1 N. Main Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
Baraga County Trails in Motion Membership Drive
Join and help improve and expand trails

December 20th from 12p to 6pm
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce

Downtown Houghton Celebrate New Year's Eve
2025-12-31 18:00 | Houghton, Houghton
Downtown Houghton Invites the Community to Celebrate New Year’s Eve on Shelden Avenue
Downtown Houghton is ringing in the New Year with a full evening of celebrations, family friendly activities, special dining experiences, and late night
entertainment: all happening along historic Shelden Avenue. Residents and visitors alike are invited to spend their entire evening downtown and enjoy a vibrant lineup of events.
The festivities begin at 6 PM with the beloved Little Chook Drop, a family friendly countdown featuring a free kids’ craft activity and baked goods for sale by Nikki Makes. The celebration continues with the Second Chook Drop at 10 PM, giving night owls and late arriving revelers another chance to join the excitement. This event is organized by the City of Houghton and Visit Keweenaw.
Local businesses along Shelden Avenue are extending hours and offering special New Year’s Eve experiences:
 Prickly Pine will be open later into the evening with a special NYE menu crafted for the celebration.
 Beviamo is the go to spot for chook drop champagne and festive beverages throughout the night.
 The Den is hosting a Masquerade Dining Experience, with reservations recommended.
 The Observatory Lounge will remain open until midnight, offering an elevated New Year’s Eve atmosphere.
 The Bonfire will feature both live comedy and live music to keep the energy high.
 Fresh Coast Yoga invites the community to unwind after the weekend’s festivities with a special Tea & Tarot evening or any of their regularly scheduled yoga
classes.
 Find the perfect outfit at Red Jacket Boutique or browse the New Year’s specials at other locations along Shelden.
“With so many unique experiences packed into one walkable stretch, downtown Houghton is truly the place to celebrate New Year’s Eve,” said Danielle Perkowitz. “It’s a chance to support local businesses, enjoy community traditions, and welcome the New Year together.”

Community members are encouraged to bundle up, bring friends and family, and enjoy everything downtown Houghton has to offer as 2026 approaches.

Blood Drive
2026-01-02 11:00 - 15:00 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
BLOOD DRIVE
Friday, January 2nd
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
L’Anse Methodist Church
Walk-ins welcome!

Business Succession Planning
2026-01-05 11:30 - 13:00 | Finnish American Heritage Center, 435 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michgian, 49930
Join Kendricks Bordeau, P.C. and Range Bank for an essential session on business succession planning.

Discover when to start planning, explore financial tools tailored to your needs, and learn strategies for passing your business to the next generation. Our experts will show you how to maximize your business’s value, ensuring a smooth, successful transition and a lasting legacy.

Speakers:
Laura Reilly, Attorney & Shareholder, Kendricks Bordeau, P.C.
Amanda Knaffla, J.D.,CFP®,CTFA, J.D., CFP®, CTFA, Chief Trust & Wealth Management Officer, Range Bank
Alex Roy, VP Business Banking Officer, Range Bank

Location: Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, MI
Date: Monday, January 5
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Presentation begins at noon)

Free Event – Open to the Public
Lunch Provided
Registration required, register here: https://lnkd.in/gdhZPCzJ

Range Bank | Member FDIC
Wealth Management Services: Not FDIC Insured. No Bank Guarantee. May Lose Value.
Register Here

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
2026-01-06 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds: NO MONTHLY MEETING IN DECEMBER 2025

NEXT MEETING: TUES. JANUARY 6th, 2026 @ 6:30 PM
PLANNING FOR THE UPCOMING YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FAIR
ALL ARE WELCOME

Portage Lake District Library Meeting Room
58 Huron St.
Houghton, MI 49931

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy MInds is a public group and we welcome anyone interested in our mission: “to support healthy minds through connection and community.” Our goals are to talk more openly about mental health to reduce stigma, to build a resilient community by educating the public, and to support those at risk for mental health and substance use crises. We are on Facebook and our email address is ksup4healthyminds@gmail.com.

WAM! Wednesday After-School Ministry
2026-01-07 15:30 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
A free program, Wednesday After-school Ministry (WAM!) is available to kids ages 6 to 12. It includes fun Bible-based lessons, games, crafts, music, and snacks, held at L’Anse Methodist Church. Call Laura at (906) 524-6012 for information.

UP Wild in the Keweenaw Gathering
2026-01-10 15:00 | Calumet Township Park, 25880 Red Jacket road, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
UP Wild Gathering
Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Meet at Calumet Township Park. Walk less than 400 yards to Sarah Green’s barn.

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 Gatherings are appropriate for all ages, including families and children. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

Public Forum "Remote Workforce Keweenaw"
2026-01-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 604 Bridge Street, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
The Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (KUUF) will host a public forum online titled “Remote Workforce Keweenaw”, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Sunday, January11, 2026.

Keith Meyers will present how Remote Workforce Keweenaw is an economic development initiative that has focused on recruiting individuals to the region who have the ability to work remotely. The initiative, which started in late 2018, continues to bring economic vitality to the region.

Keith Meyers is the Founder of Remote Workforce Keweenaw. He is President of the Chassell Historical Organization where he spearheaded the development of the Chassell Historic Trail. Keith also serves as Vice-Chair of the Chassell Township Planning Commission, and has secured several grants supporting Township projects, including rebuilding the township’s waterfront park. Keith retired to the Keweenaw ten years ago after a 30-year career with the State of Kansas.

Forums are approximately one hour long. The public is invited to participate. Meeting ID: 839 7576 2265; Passcode: [REDACTED]

Or visit the KUUF webpage for the zoom link: keweenawuu.org/worship/forums/

MI-Trale Annual Meeting and Elections
2026-01-12 19:00 | Stannard Township Hall, 14927 State Hwy M-28 East, Bruce Crossing, Michigan, 49912
Our January Annual Meeting and Elections will be held at 7:00pm, (Eastern Time), in person at the Stannard Township Hall on 1/12/2026. For virtual attendance, we now have ZOOM available, along with the strictly audio/phone method. 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!

Our future Meetings & Events will be listed below and will also soon to be found on our website (www.mi-trale.org) under the CLUB STUFF tab, Calendar option once they have been set at this Meeting.

2025 Club Meeting Schedule
Meeting time & location: 7:pm Eastern, in person at Stannard Township Hall, 14927 State HWY M-28 East, Bruce Crossing 49912

January 12th, 2026

Keweenaw's Got Talent Auditions
2026-01-13 00:00 - 2026-03-01 23:59 | Hancock, MI
The Keweenaw is getting a new stage this spring with the debut of Keweenaw’s Got Talent, a community talent showcase and fundraiser set for Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Rachel Marie Blau Memorial Theater inside the Hancock Community Hub.
Inspired by the energy of America’s Got Talent, this first-time event will bring together music, dance, comedy, and creative performances from across the region in a wholesome, family-friendly setting. Proceeds will support the Hancock Community Hub and its mission to keep the space open, active, and full of community programming for the Keweenaw.

CALL FOR AUDITIONS
Community members are invited to apply to perform.

Who: Adults, teens, and children
What: Singing, dancing, comedy, magic, instrumental music, spoken word, and other family-friendly acts
Where: Performances will take place live at the Hancock Community Hub
How: Auditions will be accepted via online application with a short video submission.

Auditions application: https://bit.ly/KGT-2026
January 12, 2026: Online Audition Submission Opens
March 1, 2026:Online Audition Submission Closes
March 13, 2026: Audition Selection Notifications

Selected performers will be featured in either the Talent Competition (adults and teens) or the Rising Stars Showcase (children and youth). Performers will be recognized with awards and community celebration throughout the evening. Performances will be judged by a panel of community members, highlighting local voices and celebrating the talent, creativity, and spirit of the Keweenaw.

Keweenaw national Historical Park Advisory commission Regular Quarterly Meeting
2026-01-13 13:00 | Keweenaw national Historical Park Headquarters, US41 and Red Jacket Road, Calumet, MI, 49913, United States
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The meeting will be held in-person at the Keweenaw National Historical Park headquarters building at the corner of US41 and Red Jacket Road.
The meeting will include an update on the work of the Commission during the last quarter, discussion of the upcoming year’s budget and plans and projects to be undertaken over the next year. The Commission will also be announcing the start of this year’s Keweenaw Heritage Grant cycle, with information about applications, eligibility, etc. made available to the public.
The Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission, paneled by citizens appointed by the Secretary of the Interior, represents the public and works collaboratively with the National Park Service to advise and assist with managing the resources of Keweenaw National Historical Park. Agendas and minutes are available upon
request to the Executive Director, Sean Gohman, over phone / email, and can be found at the Park’s website, www.nps.gov/kewe. Contact Executive Director Gohman at 906-483-3040 / sean_gohman@partner.nps.gov.

WAM! Wednesday After-School Ministy
2026-01-14 15:30 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States

Shine Bright Childcare Celebration
2026-01-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Hancock Community Hub Gym, 417 Quincy Street, Hancock, MI, 49930, United States
Shine Bright Childcare Celebration — January 16
To recognize the progress achieved and continue building momentum, the community is invited to the free Shine Bright Childcare Celebration on January 16th from 5:30-7:30 PM at the Hancock Community Hub.
This family-friendly evening will include:

A family dance

Kids activities

Pizza and treats

A chance to connect with local childcare providers, parents, and community partners

Attendees are encouraged to dress in their brightest outfits—the brighter, the better—to celebrate the energy and optimism driving the region’s childcare work forward. Optional diaper or monetary donations for the Tree House Family Resources Baby Closet are welcome but not required.
Community Childcare Conversation
Prior to the celebration, a community conversation will take place from 3:00-4:00 PM in the Community Room at the Hancock Community Hub (2nd Floor). This open discussion will share updates on the Start Small program, highlight recent childcare successes, and outline the needs still present. It is open to anyone who wishes to learn more about supporting local childcare initiatives or about becoming a childcare provider.

Family Fun Classic Bowling Tournment
2026-01-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Whirl-I-Gig, 15850 Whirl-I - Gig Road, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
FAMILY FUN CLASSIC BOWLING TOURNAMENT

Whirl-I-Gig, 15850 Whirl-I-Gig Road, L’Anse
January 17, 2026
$15 per bowler per shift
11am & 2pm
Door prizes will be awarded

Register at Baraga Co. Chamber of Commerce, 1 N. Main Street, L’Anse or call 906-353-8808

Lunch & Learn with Chamber of Commerce
2026-01-21 11:30 - 13:00 | Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, 1 N. Main Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
Lunch &Learn
Join the Chamber of Commerce
January 21, 2026 from 11:30am to 1:00pm

Joan Kruzich from KBOCC will be presenting on how AI8 works and what it can do for your business

Learn Life-Saving skills at Free QPR and Narcan Trainings
2026-01-22 11:00, 2026-01-29 18:00 | Copper Shores Community Health Foundation, 821 Water Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Learn life-saving skills at free QPR and Narcan Trainings in Hancock on January 22 and 29

Copper Shores Community Health Foundation and Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds are hosting free QPR and Narcan trainings, on Thursday, January 22 at 11 a.m. and Thursday, January 29 at 6 p.m. Both trainings take place at the Copper Shores office on 821 Water Street in 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. Both trainings are tailored for laypersons, including but not limited to businesses, educators, faith groups, healthcare professionals, parents and caregivers.

QPR Training is focused on suicide prevention. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, Refer; three simple steps that anyone can learn to save a life. Those who take training learn to spot the warning signs of a suicide crisis, including expressions of hopelessness, depression, giving away prized possessions, talking about suicide and securing lethal means, and then taught how to respond.

Narcan Training teaches individuals how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and how to administer the opioid overdose reversal drug Naloxone. Those who take Narcan Training will learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms 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 available at coppershores.org. Limited space is available. Registration closes on Tuesday, January 20 at noon for the January 22 session, and on Tuesday, January 27 at noon for the January 29 session.

Marquette County Board of Health Monthly Meeting
2026-01-28 18:00 | Marquette County Courthouse, 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, Michigan, 49855
The regular monthly meeting of the Marquette County Board of Health will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00 pm. the meeting will take place in Room 231 of the henry A. Skewis Annex, Marquette County Courthouse, Marquette.

Ice Mass 2026 in the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel
2026-02-06 00:00 - 2026-02-07 23:59 | St. Albert the Great University Parish, 411 MacInnes Drive, Houghton, Michgian, 49931
St. Albert the Great University Parish, serving students, faculty and staff of Michigan Technological University and Gogebic (“Go-Gee-Bick”) Community College, will host the annual Masses in the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel during MTU’s famed Winter Carnival. The Roman Catholic Mass is celebrated in a chapel hand-built from ice and snow by MTU students and community members. The Ice Mass has gained international attention; it is a unique expression of Catholic faith in the deep snow country of the Keweenaw with over 800 in attendance in 2025.
There are three Masses: 5:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 6, as well as at 10:00 a.m. EST on Saturday, Feb. 7. The Masses at 5:30 pm EST and 10:00 pm EST on Friday Feb. 7 will be live-streamed on Facebook (and embedded on our website, mtucatholic.org/icemass).

Participants may register online for the link to the Live Stream:
mtucatholic.org/icemass
The 2026 Live Stream Event Links:
5:30 PM: https://www.facebook.com/share/1aBNfvaCtd/
10:00 PM: https://www.facebook.com/share/14TdJFWA97W/
Past 2025 Live-Stream Videos:
5:30pm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3bWU86JEz0
10:00pm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VnqTJVtUWs
Story for Media Use:

Building a chapel out of ice and snow originally came to the attention of St. Albert the Great University Parish at the suggestion of a parent. Seeing this to be a ‘fun idea’ during Michigan Tech’s famed Winter Carnival, a small group of students at St. Al’s decided to give it a go back in 2016 alongside their pastor Fr. Ben Hasse. They were quickly surprised by how the word spread and how excited people, Catholics and non-Catholics alike, were to come to such an event leading to international coverage in 2021. Eleven years later, building the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel is a well-known annual tradition for the students, locals, and people from all over the world.
The ice chapel is built each year by college students and community members in the Keweenaw peninsula town of Houghton, Michigan, USA. Over the course of a month, people can be found outside shoveling, bucketing, stomping, and carving from a mountain of snow. Through their efforts, and plywood forms held together by 2x4s, the ice chapel is brought to life. More andmore students get involved each year, and they bring with them their creativity to further add to
the beauty of the chapel. Examples include stained ice panes, a raised pulpit, a Marian grotto,and arched side aisles. Another unique feature is the acquisition of an ice slab pulled up by hand from a nearby bay to use as the chapel’s altar.
The priests at St. Al’s will celebrate three planned Ice Masses in the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel: 5:30 p.m., 10:00 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 6, and 10:00 a.m. EST on Saturday, Feb. 7. The first two Masses will be livestreamed. You may visit mtucatholic.org/icemass to register for the link. You do not need to register if you will attend in-person.
St. Albert the Great University Parish is made up of about 50 year-round parishioners and over 1,000 registered student members. The experience of building this unique structure brings about and strengthens friendships. When asked how much it costs to build an Ice Chapel, Fr. Hasse simply responds “about a thousand dollars’ worth of pizza,” which fuels the volunteers. St. Al’s parish is overjoyed to bring to life a creation that glorifies God and brings the community
together through the Mass.
To learn more about the Ice Mass or St. Albert the Great University Parish, visit mtucatholic.org/icemass. To learn more about Michigan Tech’s Winter Carnival, visit mtu.edu/carnival/2026. To learn more about St. Albert the Great University Parish, visit mtucatholic.org

Polar Plunge! Sponsored by Sigma Phi Epsilon
2026-02-06 12:00 - 15:00 | Houghton Waterfront Pier, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
Philanthropy for Sigma Phi Epsilon. On Friday, February 6th, from 12pm – 3pm at the East Houghton Waterfront Park. We will be hosting our annual Polar Plunge fundraiser, with all proceeds benefiting Little Brothers Friends of the Elderly.
Donations allow participants to choose a brother to jump into the cold water, $20 for a random brother or $25 for a specific brother and $20 if you wish to jump yourself. .
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need additional information at 248-701-0001. Thank you for your time and support.

Public Forum "How to Raise a Citizen (and Why It's Up to You to Do It)"
2026-02-08 10:30 - 11:30 | Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 604 Bridge Street, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
The Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (KUUF) will host a public forum online titled “How to Raise a Citizen (and Why It’s Up to You to Do It)” from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 8.

Lindsey Cormack, author of How to Raise a Citizen (and Why It’s Up to You to Do It), will talk about her book, which explains how and why parents must help their children to learn about politics and government.
The book is a guide for parents and adults on how to teach children about U.S. government and civic engagement, filling gaps left by formal education. It provides practical strategies for having age-appropriate, respectful political discussions at home, explains topics like the Constitution and voting, and encourages parents to model informed, curious, and balanced participation in a democracy. It argues that parents are crucial in raising engaged citizens who can navigate political discourse constructively.
Lindsey Cormack is an associate professor of political science and director of DCinbox at Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, NJ.
She has run DCinbox since 2009, archiving and providing to the public all official e-newsletters sent by members of Congress. Cormack specializes in American politics. Her research has been published in Political Behavior, Congress & the Presidency, American Politics Research, The Legislative Scholar and many others, as well as in popular outlets including the New York Times, The Washington Post, NBC News, The Hill and more.
Forums are approximately one hour long. The public is invited to participate.
Join the forum via Zoom:
Meeting ID: 839 7576 2265; Passcode: [REDACTED]
Forums are recorded and available to the public. Visit the KUUF webpage for links to past forums: keweenawuu.org/worship/forums/

NMU Theatre and Dance presents 'Cupid's Cabaret'
2026-02-12 00:00 - 2026-02-14 23:59 | Marquette’s Ramada Inn Ballroom, 412 W. Washington Street, Marquette, Michigan, 49855
Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will present “Cupid’s Cabaret,” an immersive and potentially interactive performance set at a 1980s high school prom.

Opening night on Thursday, Feb. 12, will be a fundraiser dinner and auction performance for student scholarships. Remaining show-only performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 and 14, with a Theatre for All sensory-friendly matinee at 1 p.m. Saturday. All will be held at Marquette’s Ramada Inn Ballroom.

“Cupid’s Cabaret” is described as a theatrical soiree “packed with big hair, bigger emotions and all the retro romance you can handle.” Audience members are transported back to the 1980s as the performance unfolds around them, creating a dynamic experience that blurs the line between performer and spectator.

The production follows a variety of characters as they prepare for prom night, navigate high school relationships and build toward the crowning of prom king and queen. The show incorporates music from the 1980s, a decade whose sound and style were shaped by the rise of MTV’s launch in 1981.

Tickets for the fundraiser are $100 per person or $700 for a table of eight. They include dinner and an open bar. Some of the auction items up for bid will be: a one-week trip to Orlando; a YMCA membership; an ultimate summer party rental package and DJ; an eight-person, five-course dinner; and golf packages.

Ticket prices for regular shows are $25 for the general public; $22 for NMU employees, seniors and military; $15 for youth; and $5 for NMU students. They can be purchased at https://nmu.universitytickets.com/.

Houghton Jibba Jabba
2026-02-13 16:00 | Houghton, Houghton
Houghton’s Jibba Jabba is shaking things up this winter with the introduction of a Friday Night Qualifier. This gives locals and visitors alike a clear, performance-based path into Saturday night’s main event.

Historically, Jibba Jabba invites only high-caliber snowboarders in the industry. Now, underdog riders can earn their spot in a fresh way – by putting down their best moves Friday night ahead of Saturday’s competition. 40 people will be able to register on Friday, Feb. 13 starting at 4 p.m. Helmets are required and all ages are welcome. The qualifier will be first come first serve.

After the Qualifier, head over to the Carnegie Museum for a special gathering to announce the winners. From 6-9 p.m., this announcement will take place and then free showings of snowboard movies will play. Keweenaw Brewing Company will also host an event after the Qualifier, live-streaming the announcement from Carnegie and the same movies. Pick your favorite spot!

“This was an intentional change,” said Jenn Reed, event organizer. “The qualifier keeps things fair and exciting to those who haven’t participated before. It’s giving more riders who love Jibba Jabba chance to be part of the main show on Saturday, Feb. 14.”

The addition of the qualifier opens the door to more participation and welcomes emerging riders while preserving the high-energy, high-level riding that Jibba Jabba is known for. Riders who advance will join a stacked field competing for cash prizes ($1k Best Stomp, $2k for Top Male, and $2k for Top Female) with features designed for flow and speed, and one of the most electric snowboard event crowds in the Midwest.

Jibba Jabba’s main event is on Saturday, Feb. 14 at 6 p.m. The qualifier will run on a lower-consequence feature that will stay on the course all weekend. After Friday night, the course will be built up and made more challenging for the pro show, with added features and increased difficult Jibba Jabba takes place on Huron Street next to Visit Keweenaw’s Welcome Center and is a collaboration between Visit Keweenaw, the City of Houghton, and Minne Farms (Jenn + Dustin Reed).

Attendees can expect stadium-style energy with people surrounding the snowboard course from all sides. Riders perform only feet away from the sidelines, allowing you to feel the excitement.

Friday night will still deliver the classic Jibba Jabba experience, giving people two nights of snowboard insanity and impressive feats of athleticism.

16th Annual CopperDog Race
2026-02-27 00:00 - 2026-03-01 23:59 | Calumet
16th Annual CopperDog Race.

February 27th – March 1st, 2026
The race will start in Calumet, MI on Friday night. It will run to Eagle Harbor then Copper harbor finishing back in Laurium on Sunday for the first time. Additional CopperDog events will be held in Laurium on Saturday.

copperdog.org

Big Annie Fundraiser
2026-02-27 16:00 - 23:00 | 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.

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.

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.
