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SUMMARY:Better Together presentation "The Wonder of Christmas"
DESCRIPTION:Better Together will meet on Thursday\, December 11 at 9:30 at the Zion Lutheran Church on 400 Ingot Street in Hancock.  The speaker will be Kathy Ptaszek and her presentation will be “The Wonder of Christmas.”  All area women are cordially invited to this special holiday event.  A brunch will served and there is suggested donation of $10.  All proceeds over the cost of the event will be donated to local charities. To reserve a spot\, call Barb Worrall at 906-523-4445 or email judyusitalo@hotmail.com. This will be the last gathering until April 2026.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/better-together-presentation-the-wonder-of-christmas/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Church\, 13511 Roland Lake Road\, Skanee\, Michigan\, 49962
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Stuff a Blue Goose
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nTroopers 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: \n  \nThursday\, December 11\, 2025\, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in L’Anse \n  \nThursday\, December 11\, 2025\, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in Calumet \n  \nAll 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. \n  \nThere 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”.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/stuff-a-blue-goose-4/
LOCATION:Pat’s Foods – L’Anse\, 139 N. Main Street\, L'Anse\, MI\, 49946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Stuff a Blue Goose
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nTroopers 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: \n  \nThursday\, December 11\, 2025\, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in L’Anse \n  \nThursday\, December 11\, 2025\, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in Calumet \n  \nAll 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. \n  \nThere 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”.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/stuff-a-blue-goose-5/
LOCATION:Pat’s Foods – Calumet\, 56845 Station Drive\, Calumet\, Michigan\, 49913
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Let's Eat Free Community Meal
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Eat Free Community Meal \nsponsored by:  Baraga County Chamber of Commerce \nEat inside for food and fellowship!!! \n  \nJanuary 11\, 2026 from 4pm – 5:30pm \nSt. Ann’s Catholic Church\, Baraga\, MI \n  \nMenu includes:  BBQ pork on a bun\, potato salad\, fruit salad\, dessert
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/lets-eat-free-community-meal/
LOCATION:St. Ann’s Catholic Church\, 318 Lyons Street\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Noteworthy Holiday Concert "A Holiday of Harmony"
DESCRIPTION:Noteworthy Holiday Concert \n  \n7 p.m. Thurs.\, Dec. 11 \nSacred Heart Catholic Church\, Calumet \n  \nThe women’s barbershop chorus Noteworthy will present a wide variety of popular and sacred music its annual holiday concert\, “A Holiday of Harmony\,” . \n“We’re excited to be rolling out a number of contemporary classics\, as well as an intricate arrangement of two Christmas hymns\,” said Noteworthy director Joan Harbour. “I predict the audience will love this concert.” \n  \nNoteworthy is the region’s only women’s barbershop chorus\, with a repertoire of singable melodies performed a cappella in four-part harmony. \nNoteworthy will be joined by Maple Sugar Folk\, which will perform a selection of French carols. \n  \nAdmission is free to Noteworthy concerts. A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter Home. \n“We always welcome new members\,” said Harbour.  For more information about joining Noteworthy\, email noteworthychorus@gmail.com or call 906-482-5088.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/noteworthy-holiday-concert-a-holiday-of-harmony/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Catholic Church\, Calumet\, Michigan\, 49913
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Skanee Christmas Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Skanee Christmas Fun Day \nBake Sale – 50/50 – Raffles – Quarter Grab Bags \nSaturday\, December 13th \n  \nSkanee Town Hall Noon – 2pm \nGuest appearance from Santa Claus 12:30pm \nraffles will be drawn at 2pm (If not present\, please have arrangements to have your prizes picked up).  NO DELIVERIES!!!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/skanee-christmas-fun-day/
LOCATION:Skanee Town Hall\, Park Road\, Skanee\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:UP Wild in the Keweenaw Special Advent Celebration
DESCRIPTION:UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event. \n\nSpecial Advent Celebration\nSaturday\, December 13\, 2025\, at 3:00 p.m.\nMeet at Calumet Township Park. Walk less than 400 yards to Sarah Green’s barn.\nMusic offered by Charles Murphy. \n\nThe Wilderness Walks are opportunities to connect with God and each other in an outdoor natural setting.  Each walk has a leader who will guide the walk and stop along the way for readings and reflection.  The walks are appropriate for all ages including families and children. Everyone is welcome\, no religious affiliation is necessary.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/up-wild-in-the-keweenaw-special-advent-celebration/
LOCATION:Calumet Township Park\, 25880 Red Jacket road\, Calumet\, Michigan\, 49913
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20251202T190119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T190119Z
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SUMMARY:"What Are Data Centers and How will They Impact Michigan?"
DESCRIPTION:What Are Cryptocurrency Data Centers and How Will They Impact Michigan? \n  \nThe Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (KUUF) will host a public forum online titled “What Are Data Centers and How Will They Impact Michigan?”\, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Sunday\, December 14. \n  \nThe speakers will be Kalvin Carter and Audrey Gerard. They will talk about boom-and-bust industries like crypto mining that use up natural resources without replacing them\, and big tech operations that do little to benefit the people who live nearby. \n  \nData mining requires a lot of water to cool the operation. That’s why data mining operations have their eye on communities like ours\, near the Great Lakes. After the water cools the servers\, it drains into the ground\, where it moves through the aquifer and back to the lake\, potentially warming it. \n  \nData mining operations also use large amounts of electricity which can raise the price of power. And they create noise. \n  \nOne example is a relatively small installation of cryptocurrency servers located across from Lake Superior Academy\, a K-5 Montessori school in Dafter Township\, Michigan\, near Sault Saint Marie. The servers generate a constant noise that the school describes as “like jack hammers 24/7.” The school is suing Odessa Partners\, the Florida owner of those servers. \n  \nKalvin Carter is the director of Up North Advocacy\, based in Sault Ste. Marie\, an organization that encourages civic engagement\, amplifying diverse voices and advocating for positive change.  Since he learned about the Lake Superior Academy’s issue with the nearby cryptocurrency data mining operation\, he has helped build partnerships\, support local advocacy and learn everything he can about how these industries affect rural communities. \n  \nAudrey Gerard is employed with Michigan United\, a nonprofit organization focused on environmental protection. She has been working closely with Dr. Chloe Kannon\,  director of EUP Solidarity\, an advocacy group affiliated with Indivisible in Sault Ste. Marie\, who serves on UP North Advocacy’s Steering Committee. \nForums are approximately one hour long. The public is invited to participate. \n  \nJoin the forum via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83975762265?pwd=TC9BcStaTDF4dFZOU2ZsUHhZTERoUT09 \nMeeting ID: 839 7576 2265; Passcode: KUUF \nOr visit the KUUF webpage for the zoom link: keweenawuu.org/worship/forums/
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/what-are-data-centers-and-how-will-they-impact-michigan/
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Light Up Baraga County
DESCRIPTION:Light Up Baraga County \nDecember 20th\, 2025 \n  \nFree Event & Open to All.  Gather Friends\, Family\, Groups\, and bring a Lighted Float \nPlease pick up application to register  for your float at Village of L’Anse or CVB information Center. \n  \n11-2 Children event at American Legion 144 \n3pm Santa arrives American Legion \n5pm downtown streets will be closed follow detours \n5:30pm Start of Parade \n6pm – 9pm Open Skating \nAt parade end:  Tree Li9ghting Waterfront Park \n  \nParade route:  Meadowbrook floats / Main Street Big rigs join together they go down Main Street turn left at Broad intersection\, turn right on 4th Street\, turn right down Baraga Avenue and making it down to tree lighting at Waterfront Park.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/light-up-baraga-county/
LOCATION:L’Anse\, L'Anse\, Michigam
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T160000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Carnival \n  \nDecember 20th from 11am to 2pm \nSanta will be here 3pm \nL’Anse American Legion Post #144 \n  \nHotdogs\, Popcorn\, Hot Chocolate\, Cake Walk\, Cotton Candy \nGames for the Kids
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/christmas-carnival/
LOCATION:American Legion Post 144\, 115 N. Front Street\, L'Anse\, Michigan\, 49946
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T180000
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SUMMARY:Baraga County Trails in Motion Membership Drive
DESCRIPTION:Baraga County Trails in Motion Membership Drive \nJoin and help improve and expand trails \n  \nDecember 20th from 12p to 6pm \nBaraga County Chamber of Commerce \n  \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/baraga-county-trails-in-motion-membership-drive/
LOCATION:Baraga County Chamber of Commerce\, 1 N. Main Street\, L'Anse\, Michigan\, 49946
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251231T180000
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CREATED:20251230T151714Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Houghton Celebrate New Year's Eve
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Houghton Invites the Community to Celebrate New Year’s Eve on Shelden Avenue \nDowntown Houghton is ringing in the New Year with a full evening of celebrations\, family friendly activities\, special dining experiences\, and late night\nentertainment: 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. \nThe 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. \nLocal businesses along Shelden Avenue are extending hours and offering special New Year’s Eve experiences: \n Prickly Pine will be open later into the evening with a special NYE menu crafted for the celebration.\n Beviamo is the go to spot for chook drop champagne and festive beverages throughout the night.\n The Den is hosting a Masquerade Dining Experience\, with reservations recommended.\n The Observatory Lounge will remain open until midnight\, offering an elevated New Year’s Eve atmosphere.\n The Bonfire will feature both live comedy and live music to keep the energy high.\n 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\nclasses.\n Find the perfect outfit at Red Jacket Boutique or browse the New Year’s specials at other locations along Shelden. \n“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.” \n  \nCommunity members are encouraged to bundle up\, bring friends and family\, and enjoy everything downtown Houghton has to offer as 2026 approaches.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/downtown-houghton-celebrate-new-years-eve/
LOCATION:Houghton\, Houghton
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260102T150000
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:BLOOD DRIVE\nFriday\, January 2nd\n11 a.m. to 3 p.m.\nL’Anse Methodist Church\nWalk-ins welcome!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/blood-drive/
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:20260105T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260105T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T152720Z
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SUMMARY:Business Succession Planning
DESCRIPTION:Join Kendricks Bordeau\, P.C. and Range Bank for an essential session on business succession planning.  \n  \nDiscover 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. \n  \nSpeakers: \nLaura Reilly\, Attorney & Shareholder\, Kendricks Bordeau\, P.C.  \nAmanda Knaffla\, J.D.\,CFP®\,CTFA\, J.D.\, CFP®\, CTFA\, Chief Trust & Wealth Management Officer\, Range Bank  \nAlex Roy\, VP Business Banking Officer\, Range Bank  \n  \nLocation: Finnish American Heritage Center\, Hancock\, MI \nDate: Monday\, January 5 \nTime: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM (Presentation begins at noon) \n  \nFree Event – Open to the Public \nLunch Provided \nRegistration required\, register here: https://lnkd.in/gdhZPCzJ  \n  \nRange Bank | Member FDIC \nWealth Management Services: Not FDIC Insured. No Bank Guarantee. May Lose Value. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/business-succession-planning/
LOCATION:Finnish American Heritage Center\, 435 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, Michgian\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events,Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds: NO MONTHLY MEETING IN DECEMBER 2025\n \nNEXT MEETING: TUES. JANUARY 6th\, 2026 @ 6:30 PM \nPLANNING FOR THE UPCOMING YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FAIR\nALL ARE WELCOME\n\n\nPortage Lake District Library Meeting Room\n58 Huron St. \nHoughton\, MI 49931 \n\nKeweenaw 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/4135/
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:20260107T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260107T153000
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20260105T153319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T153319Z
UID:4392-1767799800-1767799800@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:WAM! Wednesday After-School Ministry
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/wam-wednesday-after-school-ministry/
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:20260110T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20260105T161055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T161055Z
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SUMMARY:UP Wild in the Keweenaw Gathering
DESCRIPTION:UP Wild Gathering\nSaturday\, January 10\, 2026\, at 3:00 p.m.\nMeet at Calumet Township Park. Walk less than 400 yards to Sarah Green’s barn.\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 Gatherings are appropriate for all ages\, including families and children. Everyone is welcome\, no religious affiliation is necessary.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/up-wild-in-the-keweenaw-gathering/
LOCATION:Calumet Township Park\, 25880 Red Jacket road\, Calumet\, Michigan\, 49913
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260111T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260111T113000
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CREATED:20260107T142308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T142308Z
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SUMMARY:Public Forum "Remote Workforce Keweenaw"
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nKeith 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. \n  \nKeith 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. \n\nForums are approximately one hour long. The public is invited to participate. Meeting ID: 839 7576 2265; Passcode: KUUF \n\nOr visit the KUUF webpage for the zoom link: keweenawuu.org/worship/forums/
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/public-forum-remote-workforce-keweenaw/
LOCATION:Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship\, 604 Bridge Street\, Houghton\, MI\, 49931\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260112T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260112T190000
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CREATED:20260106T234036Z
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SUMMARY:MI-Trale Annual Meeting and Elections
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nIf you are in the area\, please stop in for the meeting!  We’d love to see you there! \n \n\nOur 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. \n\n2025 Club Meeting Schedule\nMeeting time & location: 7:pm Eastern\, in person at Stannard Township Hall\, 14927 State HWY M-28 East\, Bruce Crossing 49912\n \nJanuary 12th\, 2026
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/mi-trale-annual-meeting-and-elections/
LOCATION:Stannard Township Hall\, 14927 State Hwy M-28 East\, Bruce Crossing\, Michigan\, 49912
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260113T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260301T235959
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20260113T214755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T214755Z
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw's Got Talent Auditions
DESCRIPTION: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. \nInspired 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. \n\n  \nCALL FOR AUDITIONS \nCommunity members are invited to apply to perform. \n\nWho: Adults\, teens\, and children\nWhat: Singing\, dancing\, comedy\, magic\, instrumental music\, spoken word\, and other family-friendly acts\nWhere: Performances will take place live at the Hancock Community Hub\nHow: Auditions will be accepted via online application with a short video submission.\n\nAuditions application: https://bit.ly/KGT-2026\nJanuary 12\, 2026: Online Audition Submission Opens\nMarch 1\, 2026:Online Audition Submission Closes\nMarch 13\, 2026: Audition Selection Notifications\n\n\n\nSelected 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaws-got-talent-auditions/
LOCATION:Hancock\, MI
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw national Historical Park Advisory commission Regular Quarterly Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 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. \nThe 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\nrequest 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. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaw-national-historical-park-advisory-commission-regular-quarterly-meeting/
LOCATION:Keweenaw national Historical Park Headquarters\, US41 and Red Jacket Road\, Calumet\, MI\, 49913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260114T153000
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CREATED:20260105T160804Z
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UID:4394-1768404600-1768404600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:WAM! Wednesday After-School Ministy
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/wam-wednesday-after-school-ministy/
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:20260116T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260116T193000
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SUMMARY:Shine Bright Childcare Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Shine Bright Childcare Celebration — January 16 \nTo 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. \nThis family-friendly evening will include: \n\n\nA family dance \n\n\nKids activities \n\n\nPizza and treats \n\n\nA chance to connect with local childcare providers\, parents\, and community partners \n\n\nAttendees 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. \nCommunity Childcare Conversation \nPrior 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/shine-bright-childcare-celebration/
LOCATION:Hancock Community Hub Gym\, 417 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, MI\, 49930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260117T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20251120T144451Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Classic Bowling Tournment
DESCRIPTION:FAMILY FUN CLASSIC BOWLING TOURNAMENT \n  \nWhirl-I-Gig\, 15850 Whirl-I-Gig Road\, L’Anse \nJanuary 17\, 2026 \n$15 per bowler per shift \n11am & 2pm \nDoor prizes will be awarded \n  \nRegister at Baraga Co. Chamber of Commerce\, 1 N. Main Street\, L’Anse or call 906-353-8808
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/family-fun-classic-bowling-tournment/
LOCATION:Whirl-I-Gig\, 15850 Whirl-I - Gig Road\, L'Anse\, MI\, 49946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260121T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20251208T171301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T171301Z
UID:4130-1768995000-1769000400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn with Chamber of Commerce
DESCRIPTION:Lunch &Learn \nJoin the Chamber of Commerce \nJanuary 21\, 2026 from 11:30am to 1:00pm \n  \nJoan Kruzich from KBOCC will be presenting on how AI8 works and what it can do for your business
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/lunch-learn-with-chamber-of-commerce/
LOCATION:Baraga County Chamber of Commerce\, 1 N. Main Street\, L'Anse\, Michigan\, 49946
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260122T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20260106T234402Z
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SUMMARY:Learn Life-Saving skills at Free QPR and Narcan Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Learn life-saving skills at free QPR and Narcan Trainings in Hancock on January 22 and 29\n  \nCopper 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. \n  \nAll 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. \n  \nQPR 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. \n  \nNarcan 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. \nRegistration 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/learn-life-saving-skills-at-free-qpr-and-narcan-trainings/
LOCATION:Copper Shores Community Health Foundation\, 821 Water Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260128T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260128T180000
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CREATED:20260127T181415Z
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SUMMARY:Marquette County Board of Health Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-county-board-of-health-monthly-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Marquette County Courthouse\, 234 W. Baraga Avenue\, Marquette\, Michigan\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260129T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260129T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20260106T234510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T234510Z
UID:4407-1769709600-1769709600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Learn Life-Saving Skills at free QPR and Narcan Trainings
DESCRIPTION:Learn life-saving skills at free QPR and Narcan Trainings in Hancock on January 22 and 29\n  \nCopper 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. \n  \nAll 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. \n  \nQPR 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. \n  \nNarcan 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. \nRegistration 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/learn-life-saving-skills-at-free-qpr-and-narcan-trainings-2/
LOCATION:Copper Shores Community Health Foundation\, 821 Water Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260207T235959
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CREATED:20260129T172116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T172116Z
UID:4578-1770336000-1770508799@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Ice Mass 2026 in the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThere 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). \n  \nParticipants may register online for the link to the Live Stream:\nmtucatholic.org/icemass \nThe 2026 Live Stream Event Links:\n5:30 PM: https://www.facebook.com/share/1aBNfvaCtd/\n10:00 PM: https://www.facebook.com/share/14TdJFWA97W/ \nPast 2025 Live-Stream Videos:\n5:30pm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3bWU86JEz0\n10:00pm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VnqTJVtUWs \nStory for Media Use: \n  \nBuilding 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. \nThe 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\nthe 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. \nThe 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. \nSt. 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\ntogether through the Mass. \nTo 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
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/ice-mass-2026-in-the-our-lady-of-the-snows-ice-chapel/
LOCATION:St. Albert the Great University Parish\, 411 MacInnes Drive\, Houghton\, Michgian\, 49931
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260206T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T010000
CREATED:20260127T181132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T181214Z
UID:4568-1770379200-1770390000@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Polar Plunge!  Sponsored by Sigma Phi Epsilon
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDonations 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. . \nPlease 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/4568/
LOCATION:Houghton Waterfront Pier\, Houghton\, Michigan\, 49931
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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