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SUMMARY:Tribal Water Day
DESCRIPTION:Tribal Water Day \nApril 23\, 2026 from 9:00 am – 4:30 pm \nBuck’s Bingo Hall ~ Doors open at 8am \nPre-register before April 16th to receive incentives (906-524-5757) \n  \nJoin the NRD to learn about how we care for and protect our water. \nPresentations \nInformation tables \nStudent posters \nand more. \n  \nEveryone is welcome to attend ~ Lunch will be provided!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/tribal-water-day/
LOCATION:Buck’s Bingo Hall\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Chassell Township Schools Kindergarten Registration
DESCRIPTION:Chassell Township Schools Kindergarten Registration \n  \nThursday\, April 23rd\, from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm \n  \nChildren must be five years old on or before September 1st\, 2026.  *A waiver is available for children turning five years old on or before December 1st\, 2026. \nWhat to Bring:  Birth Certificate\, Proof of Residency (Drivers License or Utility Bill)\, Immunization Records. \nWhat to Expect:  Meet the Teacher\, Tour the School\, Fill out Registration Forms\, Take a ride on the Bus (Bus ride from 5:15p – 5:30p) \n  \nQuestions?  Call 906-483-2132
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/chassell-township-schools-kindergarten-registration/
LOCATION:Chassell Township School\, US Hwy 41\, Chassell\, MI\, 49916
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please announce  the following recurring monthly event: for Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds.The meetings are held at the Portage Lake District Library at 6:30 pm.\, the last Tuesday of each month. \nThe dates are as follows: \nApril 28\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nMay 26\, 2026 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nJune 30\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @PLDL \nJuly 28\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @PLDL \nThank you for your kind attention in announcing these meeting dates.  Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is dedicated to the well-being of individuals living in our communities. Please feel free to call me (Sue Kauppi) at 906-369-4858 with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaw-support-4-healthy-minds-monthly-meeting-2/
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:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T120000
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SUMMARY:Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Feeding America West Michigan 2026 mobile food pantry distribution\n\nLocation:  Sacred Heart Church Calumet\n\nCategory:  Free Community Event\n\nDescription:\nA free drive through event at Sacred Heart Church Calumet serving up to 320 households with fresh produce\, dairy\, grains and other staple food items.  No appointments; no payments; no income verification required.\nWatch for signs on US 41 and Lake Linden Ave. in Laurium to follow entry and exit of the drive through event.  Volunteers will help direct you and place your food box into your vehicle.\n\nContact:  Jared Howard\, President CLK Council of Churches\nEmail:  clkcouncil@gmail.com\nPhone:  906-337-2400\n\n(2026 Dates:  April 29/Wednesday; June24/Wednesday; August 26/Wednesday; October 28/Wednesday; December 29/Tuesday)
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/feeding-america-mobile-food-pantry-distribution/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Catholic Church\, Calumet\, Michigan\, 49913
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260501T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260501T150000
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SUMMARY:Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Blood drive\nFriday\, May 1\n11 am – 3 pm\nL’Anse Methodist Church\nWalk-ins are welcome.\nThe need for blood is always great. All donations remain in the UP to benefit our own hospitals. Please consider giving the gift of life!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/blood-drive-2/
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:20260502T100000
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SUMMARY:Gay VFD Auxiliary Spring Festival Craft Show
DESCRIPTION:Join the Gay VFD Auxiliary Spring Festival Craft Show\, Saturday\, May 2 from 10am- 3pm at the Gay Community Hall.  We have a great line-up of crafters for this show. Due to overwhelming response of the community\, we are expanding the show to include vendor tables inside as well as outside along with East Fork Pasty and the Bagel Bus.  Inside we will have a bake sale with cold beverages and coffee. Mark your calendars to join us!  Come join in the fun and pick up a gift for Mother’s Day or any other special occasion.  If you have any questions or more information call Sondi at 906-369-5335.\n\nSaturday\, May 2\, 2026 from 10:00am -3:00pm\n8878 Second Street\, Gay\, MI 49945
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/gay-vfd-auxiliary-spring-festival-craft-show/
LOCATION:Gay Community Hall\, 8878 Second Street\, Gay\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260503T140000
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Keweenaw Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser! \n  \nSunday\, May 3\, 2026 from 11am – 2pm \nMohawk School\, 110 Stanton Avenue\, Mohawk \n$12 per dinner ~ Featuring Sauce by Mariner North \n  \nEnjoy Spaghetti\, Garlic Bread\, Cole slaw\, and Baked Goods \nDine-In with Carry-Out Available \nTickets available from any Lions Member.  Call to order tickets:  Marty & Syd 289-4306 or Brian 370-1454 \n100% of proceeds got to local charities
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaw-lions-club-spaghetti-dinner/
LOCATION:Mohawk School\, Mohawk\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260507T180000
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SUMMARY:Women's Night
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Night an event to celebrate mothers \n  \nThursday\, May 7th from 5p – 6p \nOjibwa Seniors Center \nSeats Limited\, Registration Required\, Call 906-353-4540 to register \n  \nSnacks / DIY Leather Paint Kits by Aura Design / Education and Raffles
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/womens-night/
LOCATION:Ojibwa Senior Citizens\, 208 Main Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Spring on the Wing
DESCRIPTION:Spring on the Wing debuts May 9: A Community Celebration of Migration\, Makers\, and Local Conservation\n\nThe City of Houghton will host Spring on the Wing on Saturday\, May 9\, 2026\, a community celebration of World Migratory Bird Day featuring guided bird experiences\, hands‑on learning\, local vendors\, and a full afternoon of creative\, family‑friendly activities along pier. This event also celebrates the recent designation of Houghton as a Bird City.\nMorning Birding & Hands‑On Learning\nThe day begins with field experiences designed to welcome both new and seasoned birders:\n\n7:00–9:00 AM — Early Bird Walk at the Nara Nature Boardwalk (meet in the parking lot on the canal side of the highway)\n9:30–11:00 AM — Bird Banding Demonstration (also at Nara)\n11:00 AM–2:00 PM — “Stopover Space” at the Houghton Pier\, featuring:\n\nBird City information\nConservation partners including CCBC\, KLT\, KWBREC\, KISMA\, Keweenaw Wild Ones\, and Protect the Porkies\nBinocular and spotting‑scope try‑it station\nKids’ bird activity table\n\n\n\nLocal Makers\, Food\, and Creative Activities\n\nNikki Makes — Free kids craft station and original artwork available\nSol Anzorena — Handcrafted jewelry and original artwork\nTroemner Farm — Eggs\, bread\, seasonal produce\, and details on their Planet First sustainability initiatives\nLiving Proof — Small‑batch kombucha brewed in the Keweenaw\nLahja — Nature‑inspired artwork rooted in local landscapes\n\nThese additions blend local creativity with conservation.\nLive Music on the Waterfront\nLive music from Finding Feathers will accompany the Stopover Space between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM\, with the soundtrack to the day’s educational activities.\nFeatured Speaker at the Carnegie\nAt 3:00 PM\, the Carnegie Museum will host a public talk by Joseph Youngman\, offering an accessible look at regional bird conservation\, migration patterns\, and the importance of community‑level stewardship.\nEvening Bird Trivia at Beviamo\nThe celebration continues into the evening at 5:30PM with Bird Trivia at Beviamo\, a friendly\, competitive way to close out the day and test your bird knowledge.\nA Community Effort\nSpring on the Wing is made possible through collaboration with the Keweenaw Land Trust\, Copper Country Bird Club\, Keweenaw Wild Bird Rescue\, Visit Keweenaw\, KISMA\, Michigan Tech\, Keweenaw Wild Ones\, Keweenaw Community Forest Company\, The Nature Conservancy\, and the City of Houghton.\nIn honor of Houghton’s recent certification as a Bird City community\, the Keweenaw Wild Ones will also highlight their ongoing pollinator‑support efforts. The group is currently offering a free native garden bed giveaway for Copper Country residents\, designed to support hummingbirds and other local pollinators. The giveaway runs through May 15\, extending the celebration of Houghton’s new Bird City status beyond the festival itself.\nWe look forward to welcoming the community for a day of learning\, creativity\, and springtime celebration!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/spring-on-the-wing/
LOCATION:Houghton\, Houghton
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260509T150000
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SUMMARY:Spring Craft & Vendor Show
DESCRIPTION:Spring Craft & Vendor Show hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary \n  \n\nMany local crafters\nUnique handmade goods\nLocal vendors with a variety of items\n\nMay 9th from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm \nAmerican Legion Post 144 \nAuxiliary Bake Sale – Kitchen open 11 – 3 \n  \nCome enjoy a fun spring afternoon and support local makers!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/spring-craft-vendor-show/
LOCATION:American Legion Post 144\, 115 N. Front Street\, L'Anse\, Michigan\, 49946
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260511T190000
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SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nIf you are in the area\, please stop in for the meeting!  We’d love to see you there! \n\nOur 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. \n\n2026 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 \nMONDAYS\nMay 11th\, 2026\nJune 1st\, 2026\nJuly 6th\, 2026\nAugust 10th\, 2026\nSeptember 8th\, 2026\nOctober – NO MEETING\nNovember 9th\, 2026\nDecember 7th\, 2026\nJanuary 4th\, 2027 – Annual Meeting and Elections\n\n \nEVENTS\nSAT May 16th\, 2026 Adopt-A-Highway Spring CleanUp M-28 East in Bruce Crossing 9:00am\nSAT & SUN June 13th & 14th Michigan Free ORV Riding Weekend\nSAT July 18th\, 2026 Adopt-A-Highway Summer CleanUp M-28 East in Bruce Crossing 9:00am\nSAT July 25th\, 2026 Copperfest ORV History Ride starting in Ontonagon\nSAT & SUN August 8th & 9th Courtney Camp ‘N’ Ride in Mass City\nSAT & SUN August 15th & 16th Michigan Free ORV Riding Weekend\nSAT September 19th\, 2026 Adopt-A-Highway Fall CleanUp M-28 East in Bruce Crossing 9:00am\nTHU September 24th\, 2026 Free Senior Fall Color Tour starting in Greenland
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/5781/
LOCATION:Stannard Township Hall\, 14927 State Hwy M-28 East\, Bruce Crossing\, Michigan\, 49912
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260513T180000
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SUMMARY:Baraga County Fair Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The next meeting of the Baraga County Fair will be held this Wednesday\, May 13th\, at 6:00 PM in the Main Hall. \n  \nThe 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. \nAttendees 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. \n  \nWith the fair only 88 days away\, now is the perfect time to get involved and find out how you can help. We hope to see you there! \nIn addition: Could you let me know what the prices are for advertising? We would like to start running an ad campaign in June/July! \nThank you for your support of the Baraga County Fair!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/baraga-county-fair-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Michigan
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260515T160000
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SUMMARY:The Thunders Bagaa'adowewin Traditional Lacrosse
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming the Thunders Bagaa’adowewin Traditional Lacrosse \n  \nFriday\, May 15\, 2026 – 4:00pm start time \nNiiwin Akeaa Center\, Baraga \n  \nEveryone is welcome to bring a feast bag and dish to pass \nGIFT GAME – Everyone is encouraged to bring a gift \n  \nSticks available for use.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-thunders-bagaaadowewin-traditional-lacrosse/
LOCATION:Niiwin Akeaa Community Center\, 111 Beartown Road\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:KBIC Youth Dept. Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:KBIC Youth Department MOVIE NIGHT \n  \nDisney PIXAR “Hopper” \n  \nMay 15th \nNiiwin Akeaa Center\, Baraga \n  \nMovie starts at 6:00pm \nFree Entry \nConcession Available
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/kbic-youth-dept-movie-night/
LOCATION:Niiwin Akeaa Community Center\, 111 Beartown Road\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260516T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260516T150000
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CREATED:20260508T150943Z
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SUMMARY:Family Fun Fair and Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nHead 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 luck with door prizes for all members of the family and enjoy free concessions throughout the event. \n  \n“Children grow and thrive through connection\,” Copper Shores Youth Development Specialist Callisto Cortez said. “Taking time to play\, explore and enjoy experiences together helps build confidence\, trust and emotional well-being. We hope families will come out and make meaningful memories together.” \n  \nExplore the Resource Fair upstairs in the ballroom\, hosted by Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds to connect with local organizations\, discover valuable services\, and learn more about resources for mental health and substance use support in our community. \n  \n“When people know where to turn for support\, it can make all the difference\,” said Michelle Morgan of Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds. “A strong support network is the foundation of any resilient community\, and we have a lot of resources here. Join us\, start those conversations and strengthen your support system.” \n  \nThis event was made possible by a collaborative Community Policing Grant with the Lake Linden Village Police Department to support the mental health and wellness of the community. \n  \nThe Family Fun Fair and Resource Fair offer something meaningful for everyone\, whether it’s a prize\, resource\, memory or new sense of community. Come for the fun\, stay for the connections and leave with something valuable.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/family-fun-fair-and-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Calumet Colosseum\, 110 Red Jacket Road\, Calumet\, Michigan\, 49913
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:UP Wild in the Keweenaw Gathering
DESCRIPTION:UP Wild Gathering\nSaturday\, May 16\, 2026\, at 4:00 p.m.\nHoly Trinity Lutheran Church\, Chassell\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-4/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Lutheran Church\, 42905 Wilson Memorial Drive\, Chassell\, Michigan\, 49916
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260517T140000
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CREATED:20260511T211520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T211520Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of Fashion present “100 years of Hats”
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Fashion present “100 years of Hats” at Suomi Opisto-Hancock this Sunday\, May 17th. \n  \nStep 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. \n  \nThe historical fashion revue\, “Which Hat Shall I Wear\,” brings the past to life with ten live models showcasing thirty exquisite vintage hats and ensembles spanning from the 1860s through the 1940s. The experience is elevated by informative live narration accompanied by the acoustic melodies of guitarist Mike Irish. This is more than a show; it is a vivid celebration of our cultural evolution and style. \n  \nThe journey continues with a short stroll to Old Main Inn\, where guests will enjoy light appetizers and desserts while listening to elegant music by Mark Spreitzer on piano and Jerry Younce on guitar. Guests will also have exclusive access to a silent auction featuring unique local experiences and vintage treasures\, with all proceeds directly supporting Real People Media. \n  \nReal People Media is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization operating the Keweenaw Storytelling Center in downtown Calumet and producers of the The Red Jacket Jamboree\, an old-time radio variety show heard throughout Michigan on Public Radio networks. The organization is currently fundraising to bring WRJX-LP 94.1 FM community radio to the airwaves! Proceeds from “A Sunday Afternoon at Suomi Opisto” help cover the organization’s operating costs and fund future programs and activities of Real People Media. \n  \nThe event takes place this Sunday\, May 17th beginning at the Chapel of St. Matthew at 2pm. Guest may park in the parking lot directly behind Old Main. (Follow signage) Space for this program is limited. Tickets\, $25 per adult\, may be purchased online at www.realpeoplemedia.org or at the door. (if available). For further information\, you may call 906-934-2346 or email realpeoplemedia@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/friends-of-fashion-present-100-years-of-hats/
LOCATION:Chapel of St. Matthew\, 532 Franklin Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260519T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260519T180000
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SUMMARY:Strategic Energy Plan Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Strategic Energy Plan \nJoin us for a presentation of KBIC’s draft strategic energy plan.  This event will include gathering community feedback for inclusion in the revision process. \n  \nMay 19\, 2026 @ 6:00pm \nOjibwe Senior Center\, Baraga \n  \nLearn about local energy\, contribute feedback\, refreshments provided \nQuestions contact Claire Christen cchristen@kbic-nsn.gov
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/strategic-energy-plan-presentation/
LOCATION:Ojibwa Senior Citizens\, 208 Main Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260520T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:Community Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:UP Health System Regional Blood Center COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE hosted by Chassell VFW Post 6507 \n  \nWednesday\, May 20\, from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm \nWalk-Ins welcome \nDonate for a chance to win $50 in Keweenaw Cash donated by the Chassell VFW and Auxiliary. \nContact 906-449-1450
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/community-blood-drive-2/
LOCATION:Chassell VFW\, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive\, Chassell\, Michigan\, 49916
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260522T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260522T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T224321
CREATED:20260518T190018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T190018Z
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SUMMARY:1st Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Walk
DESCRIPTION:1st Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Walk \n  \nMay 22\, 2026\, from 2pm – 4pm \nPow Wow Grounds\, Baraga \n  \nThis event will be a potluck.  Please bring a dish to pass and your feast bundle. \nQuestions\, please contact Jessica or Jade at 906-353-4595
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/1st-missing-and-murdered-indigenous-relatives-walk/
LOCATION:Pow Wow Grounds\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260523T170000
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SUMMARY:Boat America Courses
DESCRIPTION:Boat America – A Course on responsible boating \n  \nMay 23\, 2026 from 9:00 am to 5:00pm \nBaraga Township Hall\, Baraga \n  \nLearn from the US Coast Guard Auxiliary \n  \nspace is limited.  Registration closes on May 18\, 2026. \nto Register call/Email:  906-524-5757 ext 4245 / michaell@kbic-nsn.gov
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/boat-america-courses/
LOCATION:Baraga Township Hall\, 13919 State Hwy M-38\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260523T160000
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SUMMARY:Locavore Festival
DESCRIPTION:Houghton’s waterfront will come alive on Saturday\, May 23 from 12 to 4 PM as the Locavore Festival returns to the Pier! Locavore celebrates the creativity\, flavor\, and talent of the Keweenaw. Nearly sixty vendors will line the waterfront with handmade goods\, farm fresh products\, small batch foods\, and community organizations. This is all set to live music from Toni Saari and Matt Bradley.\n\nThis year’s artist and maker lineup brings an especially vibrant mix of styles and specialties. Shoppers will find handmade clothing from Topaz’s Trinkets\, UP inspired wood inlay pieces from Cedar Lake Workshop\, and paintings and prints from Bayside Fine Art and Studio 13. Snarky Spark adds humor with engraved gifts\, while Copper Country Collective brings licensed 3D printed creations. Cabin Fever Creative returns with driftwood critters and garden décor\, and Red’s Berry Sweet Art brings playful\, character-driven art. Additional makers will offer fiber arts\, jewelry\, photography\, leatherwork\, hand dyed textiles\, goat’s milk soap\, books\, and a wide range of creative goods that reflect the region’s artistic energy.\n\nCottage food producers and small batch makers add another layer of flavor to the event. Julie’s Chocolates return with handmade gourmet chocolates\, and The Forager and The Baker will have their fan-favorite granola\, jams\, and chaga. Senise Family Farms will offer plant infused skincare\, tinctures\, and their popular infused vinegars and salts. M&M Goodies and Copper Country Sweets will feature breads\, pastries\, and desserts. These vendors create a marketplace where visitors can take home unique flavors and handmade treats that cannot be found anywhere else!\n\nThe farm section remains one of the most beloved parts of Locavore\, connecting residents directly with the growers who shape the region’s food system. Troemner Farm\, Minnie Farms\, Whispering Wild Market Farm\, and Boersma Family Roots anchor the lineup with produce\, herbs\, plant starts\, baked goods\, and early season vegetables. Ghost House Farm and Dragon Tree Gardens add flowers\, quail eggs\, floral jellies\, and unique garden starts. North Harvest contributes sourdough\, baked goods\, and farm-made products\, and Diamond S Ranch will again bring baby goats for families to meet\, creating a joyful\, hands-on experience for visitors of all ages.\n\nDelicious food and beverage options round out the experience! Griffin Family Café and Catering will serve festival friendly favorites like pasties and pulled pork\, Living Proof Brewing Co. will offer their locally brewed kombucha\, and the Copper Island Bagel Bus will bring their beloved food truck to the pier.\nCommunity organizations including VFW Post 3900\, the Copper Country Humane Society\, From the Ground\, Big Brothers Big Sisters\, and Copper Shores will also be present\, offering opportunities for learning\, connection\, and local engagement.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/locavore-festival/
LOCATION:Houghton Waterfront Pier\, Houghton\, Michigan\, 49931
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260526T140000
DTSTAMP:20260616T224321
CREATED:20260521T164416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T164416Z
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SUMMARY:Finno-Ugric Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Finno-Ugric committee to host information session \n  \nWhat exactly is Finno-Ugric? Why is Hancock so steeped in that culture? And how can I get more involved? \nAnswers to these\, and any other questions local folks might have\, will be available at a casual information session scheduled for 2 p.m. on Tuesday\, May 26 at Griffin Café at 208 Quincy Street in downtown Hancock. In particular\, organizers expect this event will show community members\, local businesses and civic organizations how they can get involved as this community prepares to host an international celebration of a magnitude not seen in more than a decade. \n  \nAnyone with any level of interest – regardless of cultural background – is encouraged to come to the café\, order a tasty treat and develop a better understanding of what makes Hancock and its surrounding area so Finno-Ugric that the world has taken notice. \n  \nThe headline event celebrating Hancock’s status as the world’s Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture for 2026 is Juhannus (Midsummer)\, which will take place June 17-21 in and around Hancock. This festival will feature several international guests\, including both Finland’s and Estonia’s ambassadors to the United States\, as well as a variety of programming and entertainment that’s perfect for the entire family. \n  \n“We were selected as the first Finno-Ugric cultural capital outside of Europe\, so that speaks to how authentic our expressions of our culture are here\,” said Jim Kurtti\, the honorary consul of Finland for the Upper Peninsula and the chairman of the Juhannus planning committee. “We’re excited by the many guests we have coming from away\, and want to share that excitement with our friends and neighbors here and share with them all they ways they can be a part of this unique\, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.” \n  \nFor more about the Juhannus celebration\, visit hancockfinnougric.com.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/finno-ugric-information-session/
LOCATION:Griffin Cafe\, 208 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260526T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260526T183000
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CREATED:20260213T154959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T154959Z
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please announce  the following recurring monthly event: for Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds.The meetings are held at the Portage Lake District Library at 6:30 pm.\, the last Tuesday of each month. \nThe dates are as follows: \nMay 26\, 2026 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nJune 30\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @PLDL \nJuly 28\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @PLDL \nThank you for your kind attention in announcing these meeting dates.  Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is dedicated to the well-being of individuals living in our communities. Please feel free to call me (Sue Kauppi) at 906-369-4858 with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaw-support-4-healthy-minds-monthly-meeting-4/
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:20260529T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260609T235959
DTSTAMP:20260616T224321
CREATED:20260529T142746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T142746Z
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SUMMARY:Safe @ Home
DESCRIPTION:SAFE @ HOME \n  \nDesigned to prepare students to be safe when they are home alone.  Students learn how to practice safe habits\, how to prevent unsafe situations\, and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies.  Students also learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. \n  \nTuesday\, June 9 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm \nKBIC Health System-Upstairs Conference Room\, 102 Superior Avenue\, Baraga \n  \nREGISTRATION INFORMATION:  Class is FREE of charge.  Seats limited\, registration required!  Call Ashley at 906-353-4540 with any questions.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/safe-home/
LOCATION:KBIC Health System\, 102 N. Superior Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260529T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260611T235959
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CREATED:20260529T143042Z
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SUMMARY:Safe Sitter
DESCRIPTION:Safe Sitter \n  \nDesigned to prepare students to be safe when they’re home alone\, watching younger siblings\, or babysitting. \n  \nThe instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises.  Students even get to use manikins to practice rescue skills like choking rescue! \n  \nThursday\, June 11 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm \nZeba Hall\, 16141 Zeba Road\, L’Anse \n  \nREGISTRATION INFORMATION:  Class fee is FREE.  Seats limited\, registration is required!  Student must bring a lunch and a water bottle.  For more information\, call 906-353-4540.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/safe-sitter/
LOCATION:Zeba Community Hall\, Zeba Road\, Zeba\, Michigan\, 49946
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260530T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260530T150000
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CREATED:20260518T190312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T190312Z
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SUMMARY:Copper Range Historical Museum Annual Open House
DESCRIPTION:Copper Range Historical Museum in South Range is holding its Annual Open House on Saturday\, May 30\, from noon-3:00.  Special presentation will include a display by Lucy Granroth of Copper Thread Genealogy & Research.  Refreshments available.  The museum will open for the season on Tuesday\, June 2\, from noon-3:00.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/copper-range-historical-museum-annual-open-house/
LOCATION:Copper Range Historial Society\, 44 Tri Mountain Avenue\, South Range\, Michigan\, 49963
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260601T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260601T123000
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CREATED:20260512T134336Z
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SUMMARY:Houghton-Keweenaw Chapter MARSP Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The June meeting of the Houghton-Keweenaw Chapter of the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) will be held on Monday\, June 1st at Slims in Mohawk.  The business meeting will begin at 12:30 pm\, followed by a family style dinner.  The guest speaker is Ethan Deshestsky from Erickson Crawle Funeral Home who will speak on  funeral preplanning.  All members are encouraged to attend. \nContact person – Steven Karpiak \,  482-8455
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/houghton-keweenaw-chapter-marsp-meeting/
LOCATION:Slim Cafe\, 8 Mohawk Street\, Mohawk\, Michigan\, 49950
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260601T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260601T190000
DTSTAMP:20260616T224321
CREATED:20260526T135225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T135225Z
UID:6057-1780340400-1780340400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:MI TRALE Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our June Monthly Meeting will be held at 7:00pm\, (Eastern Time)\, in person at the Stannard Township Hall on Monday 6/1/2026. 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.\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 are listed below and can also be found on our website (www.mi-trale.org) under the CLUB STUFF tab\, Calendar option. \n\n2026 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 \nMONDAYS\nJune 1st\, 2026\nJuly 6th\, 2026\nAugust 10th\, 2026\nSeptember 8th\, 2026\nOctober – NO MEETING\nNovember 9th\, 2026\nDecember 7th\, 2026\nJanuary 4th\, 2027 – Annual Meeting and Elections\n \n \n \nEVENTS\nSAT & SUN June 13th & 14th Michigan Free ORV Riding Weekend\nSAT July 18th\, 2026 Adopt-A-Highway Summer CleanUp M-28 East in Bruce Crossing 9:00am\nSAT July 25th\, 2026 Copperfest ORV History Ride starting in Ontonagon\nSAT & SUN August 8th & 9th Courtney Camp ‘N’ Ride in Mass City\nSAT & SUN August 15th & 16th Michigan Free ORV Riding Weekend\n\nSAT September 19th\, 2026 Adopt-A-Highway Fall CleanUp M-28 East in Bruce Crossing 9:00am\n\nTHU September 24th\, 2026 Free Senior Fall Color Tour starting in Greenland
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/mi-trale-monthly-meeting-2/
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:20260603T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260805T235959
DTSTAMP:20260616T224321
CREATED:20260512T135233Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Beach Coed Volleyball League
DESCRIPTION:Summer Beach Coed Volleyball League \n  \nJune 3rd through August 5th \nWednesday Nights \nHancock Sand Courts \n  \n6v6 coed (Minimum 3 females) \nAge 16+ \nCost $60 per Team \n  \nemail Jperala13@gmail.com with questions
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/summer-beach-coed-volleyball-league/
LOCATION:Hancock Sand Courts\, Hancock\, Michgian\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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