Information & Prep Session for Shark Tank
2025-11-04 18:00 UTC | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Breakwater will also host an Information & Prep Session

November 4th at 6PM at the Portage Lake District Library.

This session will give students the chance to receive oneon-one guidance, learn pitch-building tips, and practice answering Q&A questions in a supportive environment — helping them feel confident and ready for the competition stage. We hope that this friendly competition will be both fun and inspiring for everyone involved, giving students the confidence to share their ideas, celebrate creativity, and connect with the Copper Country community.

Full details and resources for students can be found here: Breakwater’s Superior Shark Tank Challenge – Breakwater Federal Credit Union.

City of Houghton Branding Working Sessions
2025-11-05 18:00 | City Center, Shelden Avenue, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
City of Houghton Invites Community to Branding Working Sessions

The City of Houghton invites residents and stakeholders to participate in one of two public working sessions dedicated to shaping the future of Houghton’s community brand. These sessions will be held:

 Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

 Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Both drop-in sessions will take place at the City Center in downtown Houghton and will run approximately two hours.

Each session will begin with an overview of the city’s branding initiative, explaining why this effort is both important and timely. Residents are encouraged to join a session at any time during the two-hour period. During each session, attendees will be asked to provide feedback on the central themes developed from public input: Home, Views, and Progress. Each session marks an important step in public engagement; input gathered from each session will be used to shape the city’s brand going forward.

This initiative builds upon the city’s first branding survey, conducted between November and December 2024, which generated 637 responses from 254 zip codes. That input, representing residents, neighbors, and visitors, highlighted the importance of community identity and helped establish the three guiding themes:

 Home — A place where you always feel you belong.

 Views — A year-round landscape that inspires.

 Progress — A city rooted in history, building for tomorrow.

Why Branding?

In 2021, Houghton earned Redevelopment Ready Communities® (RRC) certification from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). This
certification provides the city with access to resources to advance community development goals. RRC’s mission is to empower communities to shape their future by integrating best practices in planning, zoning, and economic development.

Branding is identified as a critical tool for strengthening economic health, building community pride, and increasing investor confidence. The MEDC strongly encourages communities to develop marketing and branding strategies promoting their unique identity and sense of place.

Accomplishments

 In July 2024, Houghton’s Planning Commission formed a committee to explore branding and survey community perspectives.

 By March 2025, four additional Houghton residents joined the committee, broadening viewpoints and sharpening the city’s understanding of its identity.

 Three themes Home, Views, and Progress emerged as pillars of Houghton’s brand.

Where We’re Heading

The goal of this process is to define our story—how we view where we live, and who we are as a community.

Economic development requires more than business attraction; it must also embrace community development and talent retention. This effort seeks to unify residents, businesses, nonprofits, and local government around a shared identity that strengthens both civic pride and long-term economic vitality.

Resident participation is valued. By attending an October work session, participants will help validate and shape the branding themes that will guide Houghton’s story for years to come.

Contact:
City of Houghton
906-482-1700 / info@cityofhoughton.com / cityofhoughton.com

Lake Linden-Hubbell Public School Parent/Teacher Conferences
2025-11-06 00:00 - 23:59 | Lake Linden-Hubbell Public School, 601 Calumet Street, Lake Linden, Michigan, 49945
The Lake Linden-Hubbell Public School will hold their annual Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences on Thursday, November 6, 2025. All students will be dismissed at 11:44 am. Hot lunch will not be served, but breakfast will be. Conferences for students in grades 6-12 are from 12:30 – 3:30 pm. and from 4:30 – 6:30 pm. Report
cards may be picked up in the principal’s office located on the second floor of the high school. No appointment is needed for conferences for students in grades 6-12. Elementary conferences are made by appointment.

Public Forum "What is Ranked-Choice Voting & the Michigan Rank MI Vote Ballot Proposal?"
2025-11-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 604 Bridge Street, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will present a public forum online titled “What Is Ranked-Choice Voting & the Michigan Rank MI Vote Ballot Proposal?” from 10:30-11:30 AM on Sunday, November 9.
The speaker will be Lisa Nelson, a Copper Country League of Women Voters member and a member of the UP Rank MI Vote team. She will explain ranked-choice voting, a system which gives voters more choices and power by allowing voters to rank candidates in order of preference. She will also talk about the proposed statewide ballot measure to adopt ranked-choice voting for all state and federal elections. There will be time for Q&A after the presentation.
As of February 2024, ranked-choice voting has been approved in East Lansing, Royal Oak, Kalamazoo, Ann Arbor and Ferndale. However, a potential 2026 ballot proposal to amend the state constitution must be passed before ranked choice voting can be implemented in Michigan.
Nelson served in the Air Force for 8 years as a communication officer, taught math at a variety of levels, worked 8 years at Michigan Tech in office administration before joining the Mi-STAR team to develop a hands-on middle school science curriculum which blends science with math, technology and engineering. Since retiring, she has focused her energy on making our election process as democratic, as possible. the forum is open to the public. It will only be on Zoom:

Meeting ID: 839 7576 2265
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Forums are recorded. Recordings of past forums can be found at keweenawuu.org

Veterans Memorial Monument Benefit Concert
2025-11-09 15:00 | L’Anse Area Schools, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Veterans Memorial Monument Benefit Concert
Sunday, November 9 from 3:00 pm at the L’Anse Area Schools Cafetorium
Free Admission.
Donations to benefit the Veterans Memorial Monument project will be gratefully appreciated.

Rolling Thunder
Todd VanDyke
Laura Augustine
Ray Hill
Women’s Trio
Courtney Clisch Lundgren
Katie Waara
Don Elmblad
Bill Kautto
Bells on the Bay
Mike Roberts

CommUNITY Conversation w/Veterans
2025-11-10 16:00 | Rekhi Hall, Room G005, MTU, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
CommUNITY Conversation w/ Veterans @ Michigan Tech
Monday, November 10, 2025 @ 4:00 p.m.
Rekhi Hall, Room G005

In recognition of Veteran’s Day, join us for a CommUnity Conversation featuring a panel of faculty, staff, students, and retirees who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. This event invites our campus community to come together to listen, learn, and reflect on the experiences of veterans within and beyond Michigan Technological University.
Through personal stories and open dialogue, our panelists will share insights about their time in service, the transition to civilian and academic life, and what it means to build supportive communities for veterans on campus. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage in meaningful discussion. Whether you’re a veteran, a supporter, or simply interested in learning more, this event offers a chance to deepen understanding, express gratitude, and strengthen our community connections. All are welcome!

Veteran's Day Luncheon
2025-11-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Pressbox Sports Bar & Grill, 16429 Beartown Road, Baraga, MI, 49908, United States
Veteran’s Day Luncheon
November 11, 2025
Honoring our Local Veterans
Pressbox Sports Bar & Grill from 11am – 2pm

Free for Veterans
$9 donation for Non-Veterans
Lunch includes roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Soup, Vegetable, dinner roll and Dessert

All proceeds will be donated to the Jacobetti Veterans Home
Guests will have a chance to win door prizes.

Chassell Post 6507 Blood Drive
2025-11-11 14:00 - 18:00 | Chassell VFW, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell, Michigan, 49916
The Chassell Post 6507 VFW and Auxiliary will be hosting a blood drive on Tuesday, November 11, from 2pm-6pm. Appointments are available by calling 906-449-1450, but walk-ins are welcome.
All blood donated through the UP Regional Blood Center stays in the Upper Peninsula and helps patients in need at one of the 12 Upper Peninsula hospitals. One donation can save up to 3 lives, and there is an urgent need for all blood types.
All donors will be entered into a drawing to win $50 in Keweenaw Cash that can be used at any of the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce participating businesses.

City of Houghton Branding Working Sessions
2025-11-11 18:00 | City Center, Shelden Avenue, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
City of Houghton Invites Community to Branding Working Sessions

The City of Houghton invites residents and stakeholders to participate in one of two public working sessions dedicated to shaping the future of Houghton’s community brand. These sessions will be held:

 Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Both drop-in sessions will take place at the City Center in downtown Houghton and will run approximately two hours.

Each session will begin with an overview of the city’s branding initiative, explaining why this effort is both important and timely. Residents are encouraged to join a session at any time during the two-hour period. During each session, attendees will be asked to provide feedback on the central themes developed from public input: Home, Views, and Progress. Each session marks an important step in public engagement; input gathered from each session will be used to shape the city’s brand going forward.

This initiative builds upon the city’s first branding survey, conducted between November and December 2024, which generated 637 responses from 254 zip codes. That input, representing residents, neighbors, and visitors, highlighted the importance of community identity and helped establish the three guiding themes:

 Home — A place where you always feel you belong.

 Views — A year-round landscape that inspires.

 Progress — A city rooted in history, building for tomorrow.

Why Branding?

In 2021, Houghton earned Redevelopment Ready Communities® (RRC) certification from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC). This
certification provides the city with access to resources to advance community development goals. RRC’s mission is to empower communities to shape their future by integrating best practices in planning, zoning, and economic development.

Branding is identified as a critical tool for strengthening economic health, building community pride, and increasing investor confidence. The MEDC strongly encourages communities to develop marketing and branding strategies promoting their unique identity and sense of place.

Accomplishments

 In July 2024, Houghton’s Planning Commission formed a committee to explore branding and survey community perspectives.

 By March 2025, four additional Houghton residents joined the committee, broadening viewpoints and sharpening the city’s understanding of its identity.

 Three themes Home, Views, and Progress emerged as pillars of Houghton’s brand.

Where We’re Heading

The goal of this process is to define our story—how we view where we live, and who we are as a community.

Economic development requires more than business attraction; it must also embrace community development and talent retention. This effort seeks to unify residents, businesses, nonprofits, and local government around a shared identity that strengthens both civic pride and long-term economic vitality.

Resident participation is valued. By attending an October work session, participants will help validate and shape the branding themes that will guide Houghton’s story for years to come.

Contact:
City of Houghton
906-482-1700 / info@cityofhoughton.com / cityofhoughton.com

Better Together in the Keweenaw
2025-11-13 09:30 | Zion Lutheran Church, 13511 Roland Lake Road, Skanee, Michigan, 49962
Better Together will meet on Thursday, November 13 at 9:30 at the Zion Lutheran Church on 400 Ingot Street in Hancock. The speakers will be Marlain, Jonathan and Felix Birdi, missionaries to India. Their presentation will be “How lives are changed through Jesus.” Special music will be provided by recording artist Yvonne Blake from Ontonagon. All area women are cordially invited to attend this inspiring and fun event. A brunch will be served and there is a suggested donation of $10. All proceeds over the cost of the event will be donated to local charities. To reserve a spot by calling Barb Worrall at 906-523-4445 or email judyusitalo@hotmail.com. The group has a Facebook page at Better Together in the Keweenaw for more information about the group.

Party with the Arts & Shaft Reception
2025-11-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Copper Country Community Arts Center, 126 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Come party with us this Thursday!
Party with the Arts is an annual celebration hosted by the CCCAC board at the Arts Center. Renew your membership or join, meet other members, enjoy food, live music by Bob Hiltunen, a silent auction, and the receptions for our annual SHAFT exhibition, Northern Woods youth exhibition, and 60 Tiny Galleries.
The CCCAC volunteer board of directors is Stephanie Carpenter, Ellen Campbell, Beth Cook, Linda Lohmann, Mat Moore, Susanna Peters, and Ian Raymond. Our staff are Cynthia Cote and Bonnie Loukus. Interested in volunteering or learning more about the CCCAC? Talk to us at the party!
The public is also invited to vote for their favorite SHAFT pieces that evening and throughout the month. Votes will be tallied and the Community Choice Awards for Shaft winners will be announced in December.

Join us for Party with the Arts, this Thursday
November 13th from 6-8pm!

KBIC Boarding School Update Gathering
2025-11-14 10:00 | Ojibwa Senior Citizens, 208 Main Avenue, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Honoring our History Healing for Our Future KIBC BOARDING SCHOOL UPDATE
November 14, 2025
Ojibwa Seniors, Baraga, MI
10am / Lunch to Follow
Join us as we share updates on the ongoing work surrounding Native American Boarding Schools and the efforts to seek truth, understanding, and healing.

This gathering will include:

An overview of the proposed report to the State of Michigan
Historical background and current finding
Recommendations on addressing Michigan’s boarding school history
Open discussion to honor and represent our KBIC survivors and descendants
Information on survivor outreach efforts to the Michigan Attorney General
For more information: Rodney Loonsfoot 906-201-0064

Marquette Holistic Health Fair
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Northern Center, NMU, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, Michigan, 49855
Connect with Like-Minded Individuals at the Marquette Holistic Health Fair

The Third Annual Marquette Holistic Health Fair, taking place on November 15th, offers a diverse array of holistic products and services and provides an opportunity for community members to connect with like-minded people who share their passion for holistic well-being. From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Northern Center, Northern Michigan University, attendees will have the chance to explore various holistic offerings, including massage therapy, assessments and information, energy work, handcrafted products, tarot and oracle card readings, mental health therapy dogs, and much more.

The Marquette Holistic Health Fair will also feature a wide variety of presentations throughout the day. Attendees can explore topics like Acupuncture and Women’s Health, Ways to Achieve Batter Sleep, and Qi Gong, among others.

The event is free to attend, and the first 100 guests will receive a Marquette Holistic Health Fair Guide, which includes information about the event and special offers from our vendors! Plus, attendees can win door prizes—just make sure you’re present to claim yours! Come join us, connect with your holistic wellness community, and rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit at the Marquette Holistic Health Fair.

For further details and to stay updated, please visit www.mqtholistichealthfair.com

Bigfoot Fest
2025-11-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Keweenaw Storytelling Center, 215 5th Street, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
Bigfoot Fest coming to the Keweenaw Storytelling Center
Step into the extraordinary world of Bigfoot at the Keweenaw Storytelling Center on Saturday, November 15th. We’ve invited the elusive creature to come out of the woods for a daylong celebration.

From 1:00 to 4:00 PM, lose yourself in a mesmerizing array of Bigfoot-themed activities. Embark on a scavenger hunt, unleash your creativity with unique crafts, and participate in our comical “big FEET” contest. Test your vocal prowess in our Bigfoot calling competition, bring your imagination to life at our Bigfoot animation station, and create lasting memories in our whimsical Bigfoot photo booth. Participants will have the opportunity to take part in our Keweenaw Cryptid contest. (A cryptid is any creature that may or may not exist) An array of materials will be available for people to create their cryptids on site or individuals may bring those they’ve completed at home. Entries will be on display in the Center’s front window through the end of November)

Prepare to be inspired by the Bigfoot poetry of Martin Achatz, a true master of cryptid verse. The day culminates in an exclusive Q&A session with filmmaker Ronnie Ferguson, who will offer fascinating insights into the creation of “Bigfoot and Marty” – a captivating documentary exploring the work of two-time Poet Laureate of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and renowned “Bigfoot Poet,” Marty Achatz, as he tracks the elusive creature… one poem at a time. Afternoon activities are free and appropriate for all ages.

Bigfoot Banquet Fundraiser.

As the sun sets on our Bigfoot extravaganza, join us for our Bigfoot Banquet Fundraiser from 6-8pm. The a feast fit for Sasquatch himself! Indulge in a hearty meal catered by the Bonfire, featuring butternut squash lasagna, savory Bigloaf, comforting soup, and crisp salad. Enhance your dining experience with the melodious accompaniment of guitarist Jerry Younce and pianist Mark Spreitzer, both members of the RPM board.

But wait, there’s more! Delight in additional music and poetry performances by Martin Achatz and Ronnie Ferguson, followed by an enlightening Q&A session with Ferguson about his documentary “Marty and Bigfoot.” Seize the opportunity to capture a photo with Bigfoot.

Elevate your evening by participating in our silent auction, featuring extraordinary items and experiences including a three-night glamping experience (or airbnb) stay on Beaver Island, the largest island in Lake Michigan. Who knows – you might even catch a glimpse of the elusive Bigfoot!

Your participation in this fundraiser directly supports the Keweenaw Storytelling Center, our ambitious Starlight Cafe capital campaign, and our community-enriching programs. With your help, we aim to hire an operations manager upon completion of the Starlight Cafe, transforming our entirely volunteer-based organization into a sustainable beacon of creativity and culture. Join us for this family-friendly event and be part of something truly extraordinary! Tickets for the fundraiser are available through the Real People Media website: www.realpeoplemedia.org

Marty Achatz, co-host of The Red Jacket Jamboree, is a two-time Poet Laureate of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. His impressive body of work includes multiple poetry books and albums, such as “Mysteries of the Rosary” (Mayapple Press) and “Jazzing with Bigfoot” (Eternal Playground / Harvard Square Press). Achatz’s magnum opus, “A Bigfoot Bestiary and Other Wonders,” a labor of love spanning over two decades, is now available from Modern History Press.

Ronnie Ferguson is an accomplished poet, filmmaker, and musician. His band STREAKING IN TONGUES has garnered acclaim across several album releases. Ferguson’s experimental full-length documentary, “Bigfoot and Marty,” clinched the Independent Spirit Award at Midwest Weirdfest. His literary prowess shines through in his ongoing poetry series titled “Selfies” (Harvard Square Press), with the latest installment, “Divorce Comedy,” now available.

Don’t miss out on this unique event benefiting the KSC! Seating for the Banquet is limited, so secure your tickets now through the Real People Media website at www.realpeoplemedia.org. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of myth, mystery, and community spirit!

KBOCC welcomes James Vukelich
2025-11-17 18:00 | Niiwin Akeaa Community Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Join Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College on Monday, November 17th at 6pm at the Niiwinas Akeaa Center Gymnasium as we welcome James Vukelich, a member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Ojibwe and a renowned international speaker, digital creator, and author to KBOCC! This event is FREE and open to the public. No registration required.

Michigan Tech Theatre "Men on Boats"
2025-11-18 00:00 - 2025-11-21 23:59 | McArdle Theatre, MTU, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
Men on Boats, Michigan Tech Theatre’s first play of the 2025/26 Season

Michigan Tech Theatre is thrilled to announce the cast for Men on Boats, a play by Jacklyn Backhaus, directed by Nich Radcliffe.

What: Men on Boats, a play by Jacklyn Backhaus
When: 7:30 p.m. | Thurs-Sat, November 18-21, 2025
Where: McArdle Theatre Tickets

Pay As You’re Able Tickets for this event are available online or in person at the Rozsa Box Office. This event is eligible for free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.

How to Reserve Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.

Men On Boats tells the ‘mostly’ true story of ten explorers who set off in 1869 to chart the Green and Colorado Rivers under the guidance of John Wesley Powell, a one-armed Civil War Veteran.

This satirical retelling of historical events is made even more interesting by the author’s insistence that all characters are to be played by anyone except white males, who made up the entirety of the actual expedition. This casting twist puts the words and actions of the characters into a different context, providing plenty of laughs as well as extremely touching moments.

“It’s a really funny show, there’ll be no shortage of laughter I can promise you that,” says Paige Harsevoort, who plays the expedition’s leader John Wesley Powell. “But it’s also kinda hitting on some important topics that I think sometimes people don’t like to talk about. So I think it’s definitely an interesting story and it’s kind of eye opening.”

Sebastian Dash, who plays O. G. Howland in the production promises, “It was really fun for us to do, so I know it’s going to be fun for the audience too.”

This is Director Nich Radcliffe’s fourth production at Michigan Tech and after the previous success of last season’s “Glass Menagerie” and “Sweeny Todd: the Demon Barber of Fleet Street”, expectations are high. “I hope the audience leaves the theatre laughing,” says Radcliffe, “And I hope that laughter makes it easier to be honest with themselves, about the world, and about the place and the voice everyone deserves in it.”

The production features a talented cast of Michigan Tech students:

John Wesley Powell – played by Paige Harsevoort
William Dunn – played by Celia Peters
John Colton Sumner – played by Zoe Oetjens
Old Shady – played by Leona Lins
Bradley – played by Ysa Cerbo
O. G. Howland – played by Sebastian Dash
Seneca Howland – played by Drew Karimi
Frank Goodman – played by Lexi Meyer Hall – played by Abby Pilon
Details
What: Men on Boats, a play by Jacklyn Backhaus
When: 7:30 p.m. | Thurs-Sat, November 18-21, 2025
Where: McArdle Theatre Tickets
Pay As You’re Able Tickets for this event are available online or in person at the Rozsa Box Office. This event is eligible for free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.
How to Reserve Free Michigan Tech Student Rush Tickets.

Superior Shark Tank Challenge
2025-11-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Hancock Community Hub Gym, 417 Quincy Street, Hancock, MI, 49930, United States
Superior Shark Tank Challenge – Breakwater Water Credit Union

Where Middle School & High School Innovators Pitch Superior Ideas to Copper Country Sharks
Thursday, November 20 from 5:30 – 7:30pm at the Hancock Community Hub

Students from all Copper Country schools are encouraged to participate and pitch their best business ideas in front of a panel of local “sharks” — business professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. All pitches will be judged on the same set of criteria which students will have access to prior to the event. This ensures every participant knows what to expect and can prepare their pitch with confidence. Cash prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place pitches in both the middle school and high school divisions, with additional recognition for special awards such as Audience Choice and Most Dynamic Pitch.

All local students can participate! Learn more at breakwaterfcu.org/shark-tank

Stuff a Blue Goose
2025-11-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Larry’s Market, 204 US Hwy 41, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Troopers from the Michigan State Police Calumet Post and five grocery stores in Baraga and Houghton counties will be working together to host “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE” Harvest Gathering charity events. The purpose is to raise food donations for local food pantries.

Troopers will be at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton, Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden, Larry’s Market in Baraga, Pat’s Foods in L’Anse, Pat’s Foods in Calumet, to assist in the collection of donated food items. A “BLUE GOOSE” patrol car will be at the sites to haul donated items to local food pantries at the conclusion of the events. The events will be as follows:

Friday, November 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Larry’s Market in Baraga

Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. at Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in L’Anse

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in Calumet

All grocery stores will have pre-made bags available for purchase, which will be stuffed in the “BLUE GOOSE”. Each bag will be pre-filled with non-perishable food items. You may also donate your own non-perishable food items.

There is a significant need for food items in our local pantries and the participation and involvement from the public is greatly appreciated. Come help “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE”.

Gay VFD Auxiliary Holiday Festival Craft Show
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Gay Community Hall, 8878 Second Street, Gay, Michigan
Join us Saturday, November 22, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. for the Gay VFD Auxiliary Holiday Festival Craft Show.

All of the spaces have been filled and our Boutique will feature Holiday Decor and winter apparel. We have many new and returning artisans, and crafters. Grab lunch from the award winning East Fork Pasty Co., and Copper Island Bagels. We will also have a bakery sale.
Come join in the festivities, have lunch and bring home some wonderful one of a kind Christmas gifts.
Saturday, November 22, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
8878 Second Street, Gay, MI 49945

Holiday Craft & Vendor Show
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:00 | American Legion Post 144, 115 N. Front Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
HOLIDAY CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW

November 22nd from 10 to 3pm
American Legion Post #144
Kitchen Opens 11 – 2

Cindy’s Sweets, Little Huron, Tupperware, Huron Mountain Lapidary, Homemade Crafts & gifts, Handmade Cards, Homemade soaps, Quilts, Pillowcases, Fruitcakes & Much, Much More….

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds
2025-11-25 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds monthly meeting:

Tuesday, NOVEMBER 25th, 2025 @ 6:30 pm

Portage Lake District Library Meeting Room
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.

Stuff a Blue Goose
2025-11-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Louie’s Super Foods, 5400 Bridge Street, Lake Linden, Michigan, 49945
Troopers from the Michigan State Police Calumet Post and five grocery stores in Baraga and Houghton counties will be working together to host “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE” Harvest Gathering charity events. The purpose is to raise food donations for local food pantries.

Troopers will be at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton, Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden, Larry’s Market in Baraga, Pat’s Foods in L’Anse, Pat’s Foods in Calumet, to assist in the collection of donated food items. A “BLUE GOOSE” patrol car will be at the sites to haul donated items to local food pantries at the conclusion of the events. The events will be as follows:

Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. at Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in L’Anse

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in Calumet

All grocery stores will have pre-made bags available for purchase, which will be stuffed in the “BLUE GOOSE”. Each bag will be pre-filled with non-perishable food items. You may also donate your own non-perishable food items.

There is a significant need for food items in our local pantries and the participation and involvement from the public is greatly appreciated. Come help “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE”.

Baraga's Crafted Treasures Bazaar
2025-11-29 11:00 - 15:00 | KBIC old Big Bucks Bingo Hall, 16449 Michigan Avenue, Baraga, MI, 49908, United States
Baraga’s Crafted Treasures Bazaar
November 29th, 2025 from 11am – 3pm
Located in the old Big Bucks Bingo Hall

Homemade Baked goods, Crafts, Home Decor, Skin Care, Holiday Decorations, Clothing, Jewelry, Resin, Wood art, and more!

PHOTOS WITH SANTA 12PM – 2PM

Rex Robins Indian Tacos and Frybread
Basket Raffles proceeds being donated to the KBIC Commodities Food Program

Hancock Lights the Night
2025-11-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Hancock Campground, 2000 Jasberg Street, M203, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Hancock Lights the Night: A New Tradition Shines Bright to Celebrate the Holiday Season

The City of Hancock is proud to announce Hancock Lights the Night, a brand-new holiday tradition that will transform the Hancock Campground into a winter wonderland of light and color.

More than 24 local businesses, organizations, groups, clubs, and individuals have each adopted a campsite along a festive loop inside the campground, creating unique and creative light displays. The rest of the campground will come alive with holiday sparkle and cheer provided by the City of Hancock—creating a magical setting for visitors of all ages.

This family-friendly event is designed for kids of all ages and anyone who loves the Christmas season. Visitors will be able to drive slowly through the campground to view amazing holiday displays. Follow the City of Hancock’s social media for special nights at the Campground that feature a walking night, visits from Santa, fundraising efforts, and more.

The GRAND OPENING of Hancock Lights the Night will take place on Saturday, November 29th at 5:30 pm at the Hancock Campground. After the opening night celebration, the light displays will be open to the public Thursdays through Saturdays from 5:30 to 8:00 pm throughout the holiday season.

This event is made possible through the generous support of the Visit Keweenaw Destination Fund Grant, the City of Hancock, and the many local partners and volunteers whose hard work and creativity made this community celebration possible.

Beyond its beauty, Hancock Lights the Night showcases how collective effort can create something truly special—boosting local pride, attracting visitors, and highlighting our communities as a welcoming, vibrant place to live and visit. Come experience the magic, warmth, and wonder of the holidays at HANCOCK LIGHTS THE NIGHT—a shining new tradition in the City of Hancock!

For updates and more information, visit www.cityofhancock.com or follow the City of Hancock on social media.

POSTPONED ----- MI-Trale December Monthly Meeting
2025-12-01 19:00 | Stannard Township Hall, 14927 State Hwy M-28 East, Bruce Crossing, Michigan, 49912
FOR SAFETY’S SAKE, POSTPONING – December Monthly Meeting will be held at 7:00pm, (Eastern Time), in person at the Stannard Township Hall on 12/01/2025. 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!

Stuff a Blue Goose
2025-12-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Tadych’s Marketplace Foods, 1000 W. Sharon Avenue, Houghton, Michgian, 49931
Troopers from the Michigan State Police Calumet Post and five grocery stores in Baraga and Houghton counties will be working together to host “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE” Harvest Gathering charity events. The purpose is to raise food donations for local food pantries.

Troopers will be at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton, Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden, Larry’s Market in Baraga, Pat’s Foods in L’Anse, Pat’s Foods in Calumet, to assist in the collection of donated food items. A “BLUE GOOSE” patrol car will be at the sites to haul donated items to local food pantries at the conclusion of the events. The events will be as follows:

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in L’Anse

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in Calumet

All grocery stores will have pre-made bags available for purchase, which will be stuffed in the “BLUE GOOSE”. Each bag will be pre-filled with non-perishable food items. You may also donate your own non-perishable food items.

There is a significant need for food items in our local pantries and the participation and involvement from the public is greatly appreciated. Come help “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE”.

2025-12-04 17:30 | Heritage Center, 435 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
On December 4, beginning at 5:30 p.m., the Heritage Center, located at 435 Quincy Street in Hancock will host its annual celebration of Finland’s independence, an occasion the Finnish-American community of the Copper Country has marked each year since 1918. Featuring performances by the Kivajat Dancers and the newly-formed Kuparikielet youth folk dance band, attendees will surely be uplifted to see such high levels of engagement in cultural preservation by today’s young people. Keeping with recent tradition, the program will also include the announcement of the 2026 Hankookin Heikki, the person honored for significant contributions to the advancement of Finnish-American and Finnish culture in the area.
The program’s keynote speaker will be Upper Michigan TV personality Mandy Koskela, who has embraced her immersion into the Finnish-American culture of the U.P. since moving here in 2023. She’ll share her perspectives about her fondness for her roots and just how deep they go in this region.
“It’s rewarding to see that almost every aspect of our program, from the presenters to the speaker, includes representatives of the next generations,” Heritage Center Director David Maki said. “Young people taking interest in history and culture is tangible proof that what we’re doing is sustainable – and it matters.”
Immediately following the Independence Day event, the Heritage Center will host an opening reception for its newest art exhibit, the Friends of Finland youth exhibit, which includes works from four high schools in and near the U.P., as well as individual submissions from students outside the Midwest. Much of this work is inspired by Finnish modernist painter Helene Schjerfbeck, who is the first Finnish artist exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
“It’s been interesting to see how elementary and high school students took what they learned about Finnish culture and interpreted it in their own ways,” said interim Gallery Director ClareZuraw. “From joyful bursts of color, to contemplative self-portraits, these young artists have created a memorable show.”
For more information about this evening of celebration, call (906) 487-7549 or (906) 370-3722.

2025-12-04 17:30 | Finnish American Heritage Center, 435 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michgian, 49930
Finlandia Foundation hosting evening of celebration
It’s been at least four generations since Finland achieved its independence in 1917, and this year’s observance of that courageous achievement at the
Finnish American Heritage Center will put several members of our youngest generation in the spotlight.
On December 4, beginning at 5:30 p.m., the Heritage Center, located at 435 Quincy Street in Hancock will host its annual celebration of Finland’s independence, an occasion the Finnish-American community of the Copper Country has marked each year since 1918. Featuringperformances by the Kivajat Dancers and the newly-formed Kuparikielet youth folk dance band, attendees will surely be uplifted to see such high levels of engagement in cultural preservation by today’s young people. Keeping with recent tradition, the program will also include theannouncement of the 2026 Hankookin Heikki, the person honored for significant contributions to the advancement of Finnish-American and Finnish culture in the area.
The program’s keynote speaker will be Upper Michigan TV personality Mandy Koskela, who has embraced her immersion into the Finnish-American culture of the U.P. since moving here in2023. She’ll share her perspectives about her fondness for her roots and just how deep they go in this region.
“It’s rewarding to see that almost every aspect of our program, from the presenters to thespeaker, includes representatives of the next generations,” Heritage Center Director David Maki said. “Young people taking interest in history and culture is tangible proof that what we’re doing is sustainable – and it matters.”
Immediately following the Independence Day event, the Heritage Center will host an opening reception for its newest art exhibit, the Friends of Finland youth exhibit, which includes works from four high schools in and near the U.P., as well as individual submissions from students outside the Midwest. Much of this work is inspired by Finnish modernist painter HeleneSchjerfbeck, who is the first Finnish artist exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
“It’s been interesting to see how elementary and high school students took what they learned about Finnish culture and interpreted it in their own ways,” said interim Gallery Director Clare Zuraw. “From joyful bursts of color, to contemplative self-portraits, these young artists have created a memorable show.”
For more information about this evening of celebration, call (906) 487-7549 or (906) 370-3722.

City of Houghton "Winter Wonderland"
2025-12-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Houghton, Houghton
The City of Houghton is pleased to announce Winter Wonderland, a festive community celebration taking place on the downtown pier Friday, December 5, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.

This annual event will feature a variety of family-friendly activities designed to capture the spirit of the season:

 Santa Claus will greet children, with a mailbox for letters to the North Pole.
 Sleigh rides will be offered courtesy of VanElsacker Farms, with support from Visit Keweenaw, co-sponsor of the evening’s festivities.
 The Portage Lake District Library will host a holiday craft activity for children and families.
 Beloved Frozen characters will be present for meet-and-greet opportunities.
 Complimentary hot cocoa will be available to attendees.

“Winter Wonderland is a joyful way to kick off the holiday season,” says Danielle Perkowitz. “It’s a chance for our community to gather, celebrate, and create memories together.”

The event is free and open to the public. All are encouraged to attend and enjoy an evening of holiday lights, community spirit, and seasonal activities along the waterfront.

Event Details:

 Location: Downtown Houghton Pier
 Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
 Time: 5:00–8:00 p.m.

For more information, please contact feel free to contact Danielle Perkowitz, danielle@cityofhoughton.com

Annual Cookie Walk
2025-12-06 10:00 | United Lutheran Church, Main & Mesnard, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Annual Cookie Walk
Saturday, December 6th
United Lutheran Church, Main & Mesnard, L’Anse
Doors open at 10:00 am

Let us do your Christmas baking….Mix and Match….
Choose your favorite cookies (buy by the pound), Breads, Candy
Bring a friend and stop by for morning coffee.
