Western UP Events

Copper Country Community Band Announces Summer Concert Series The Copper Country Community Band is proud to present a series of five summer concerts across the Keweenaw. Under the direction of Amy Johnson and Micah Erickson, this all-volunteer group of approximately 35 musicians from across the Copper Country will bring audiences a lively mix of marches, classic concert band repertoire, and popular medleys. All concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. – All concerts are free to attend. Donations are gratefully accepted at the other concerts, with the concert on Thursday, August 28 specifically going towards the Houghton County Road Commission, to raise funds

Join us this Saturday, August 30th, from 12:00-3:00 p.m. for the Gay VFD Auxiliary Bazaar and Sales. This is our 1/2 price sale and clothing will be fill a bag for $5 and last chance to bid on the auction items.   A Men’s tent sale will also be going on outside. Inside we’ll be having ice cream floats for sale and our usual free-will donation lunch will be available. Come join in the fun, have lunch and take home some great deals. Saturday, August 30th, 2025 from 12:00-3:00p.m. 8878 Second Street, Gay, MI 49945

American Legion Post 144 & Auxiliary LABOR DAY PICNIC   September 1, 2025 12:00 p – 4:00 p   BBQ Chicken, Legion Potatoes, 2 sides and Dessert! $2 Domestic Beer 50/50 Raffle Basket Raffles Money raised goes to Veterans Memorial Account L’Anse American Legion Post 144

The first Fall meeting of the Michigan Association of School Personnel, Houghton-Keweenaw Chapter (MARSP) will be held on Tuesday, September 2nd at Gino’s in Hancock.  The business meeting will begin at 12:30 pm followed by a buffet lunch.  The guest speaker is Kathleen Harter. director of Meals on Wheels.  All members are encouraged to attend. Contact person – Steven Karpiak, 482-8455.

L’Anse Masonic Lodge Pasty Sale Thursday, September 4th $7.00 L’Anse Masonic Lodge, Brewery Road & 4th Street, L’Anse 906-524-7580 906-524-6095

Noteworthy Invites New Members   Do you love to sing? Want to add some fun and friends to your life? The women’s chorus Noteworthy is welcoming new members. The first rehearsal is at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept.4, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Hancock.   This lively barbershop ensemble is known for its intricate harmonies and singable melodies. The group puts on concerts in the spring and during the holidays, collecting donations to benefit local nonprofits.   Noteworthy has no auditions. “The only prerequisite is the ability to carry a tune,” said director Joan Harbour. “If you’d like to be

Bingo Bonanza at The Bluffs: third annual fundraiser for Meals on Wheels Community members are invited to the third annual Bingo Bonanza at The Bluffs on Thursday, September 4, 2025 from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Bluffs Senior Community. Hosted by Copper Shores Community Health Foundation and The Bluffs Senior Community, proceeds from this fun-filled fundraiser go to support our local Meals on Wheels program.   Attendees can play all night for $15 or purchase additional cards between rounds for even more gameplay. The cost of entry includes two cards for each ground and automatic entry into more than

Copper Country Community Band Announces Summer Concert Series The Copper Country Community Band is proud to present a series of five summer concerts across the Keweenaw. Under the direction of Amy Johnson and Micah Erickson, this all-volunteer group of approximately 35 musicians from across the Copper Country will bring audiences a lively mix of marches, classic concert band repertoire, and popular medleys. All concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. – All concerts are free to attend. Donations are gratefully accepted at the concerts. The schedule is as follows: Thursday, September 4 – Portage Lake United Church (Houghton) Now in its third decade

Blood drive Friday, September 5th 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. L’Anse Methodist Church Walk-ins are welcome The need is particularly great because donations are low during the summer.

10th Annual Alston Tractor Races   Saturday, September 6th, 2025 Antique Gas & Diesel Tractors   Fast & Slow Races held on Hoover Road in Alston, MI (next to the ball field) Time Trials start at 10:30am, Races to Follow   Trophies awarded 1st – 3rd Place $25 Entry fee per Tractor Entered.  Every race participant will receive a 10th Anniversary ball cap. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the show!  Concessions will be available by donation.  Questions call Bob @ 906-281-6638