Western UP Events

Our May Monthly Meeting will be held at 7:00pm, (Eastern Time), in person at the Stannard Township Hall on Monday 5/11/2026. For virtual attendance, we now have ZOOM available. 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 are listed below and can also be found on our website (www.mi-trale.org) under the CLUB STUFF tab, Calendar option. 2026 Club Meeting Schedule Meeting time & location: 7:pm Eastern, in person at Stannard Township Hall, 14927

The next meeting of the Baraga County Fair will be held this Wednesday, May 13th, at 6:00 PM in the Main Hall.   The board is hard at work with big dreams for this year’s fair, but they need an outpouring of community support to bring these visions to fruition. They are currently looking for volunteers and have a few committee director positions still available for those looking to take on a leadership role. Attendees can enjoy snacks and coffee while they share their ideas. Parents are encouraged to attend, as there will be a designated play area for children available.   With the fair only 88 days away,

Welcoming the Thunders Bagaa’adowewin Traditional Lacrosse   Friday, May 15, 2026 – 4:00pm start time Niiwin Akeaa Center, Baraga   Everyone is welcome to bring a feast bag and dish to pass GIFT GAME – Everyone is encouraged to bring a gift   Sticks available for use.

KBIC Youth Department MOVIE NIGHT   Disney PIXAR “Hopper”   May 15th Niiwin Akeaa Center, Baraga   Movie starts at 6:00pm Free Entry Concession Available

Join Copper Shores Outreach & Education and Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds for a day that brings our community together for laughter, connection and support. The Family Fun Fair and Resource Fair are on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Calumet Colosseum. This free, family-friendly event is open to all and designed to offer something for everyone.   Head to the rink for the Family Fun Fair, hosted by Copper Shores Outreach & Education, where kids can take part in games, activities and plenty of smiles in a lively, welcoming space. People can try their

UP Wild Gathering Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Chassell 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.

Friends of Fashion present “100 years of Hats” at Suomi Opisto-Hancock this Sunday, May 17th.   Step back in time and experience the elegance of history as the Friends of Fashion and Real People Media present “100 Years of Hats” at historic Suomi Opisto-Hancock. This Sunday, May 17th, we invite you to immerse yourself in an afternoon where music, high fashion, and heritage converge. Set against the backdrop of the Chapel of St. Matthew and Old Main, this event is a curated journey through time.   The historical fashion revue, “Which Hat Shall I Wear,” brings the past to life

Strategic Energy Plan Join us for a presentation of KBIC’s draft strategic energy plan.  This event will include gathering community feedback for inclusion in the revision process.   May 19, 2026 @ 6:00pm Ojibwe Senior Center, Baraga   Learn about local energy, contribute feedback, refreshments provided Questions contact Claire Christen cchristen@kbic-nsn.gov

UP Health System Regional Blood Center COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE hosted by Chassell VFW Post 6507   Wednesday, May 20, from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm Walk-Ins welcome Donate for a chance to win $50 in Keweenaw Cash donated by the Chassell VFW and Auxiliary. Contact 906-449-1450

1st Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Walk   May 22, 2026, from 2pm – 4pm Pow Wow Grounds, Baraga   This event will be a potluck.  Please bring a dish to pass and your feast bundle. Questions, please contact Jessica or Jade at 906-353-4595