Western UP Events

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

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: 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

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! 

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

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

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

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. 

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.

Greetings, Everyone  You’re invited to help!    The HHSAA will be holding a FOOD and WINTER CLOTHING DRIVE | Saturday, December 6, 2025, 10:30am – 2:30pm in the parking lot of the Copper Country Mall.                                                                . Non-perishable groceries and / or winter coats, jackets, snow pants, hats, mittens, gloves are needs. Salvation Army in Hancock will be the beneficiary of food donations, and St Vincent De Paul the clothing. Please join