Keep It In The UP!

Baraga County Spring Fling 2025
2025-04-12 10:00 - 12:30 UTC | Niiwin Akeaa Community Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
BARAGA COUNTY SPRING FLING 2025

Families are invited to join in the fun of the 2025 Baraga County Spring Fling Resource Fair. Spring Fling is a FREE, fun, family event for families in Baraga County with giveaways, activities, games and information from over 15 community organizations. Mark your calendars for April 12, 2025, and head to the Niiwin Akeaa Campus Gym from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to play games, receive FREE giveaways and discover the various organizations making a difference in the area.

“We are excited to host this resource fair as part of our continued dedication to supporting families and strengthening our community,” said Iola Brubaker, CCGSC Director. “By uniting a variety of resources and services in one place, we strive to make access easier for all families while celebrating the many wonderful opportunities Baraga County offers for children and families”.

This free event is open to all community members, but activities and information will focus on families with young children.

Spring Fling is hosted by the Baraga County Task Force, which is one of several workgroups of the Copper Country Great Start Collaborative, and the Family Coalition. The Family Coalition consists of dedicated parent leaders committed to supporting other families in the community. The collaborative and Family Coalition work on improving early childhood outcomes in Baraga, Houghton and Keweenaw counties.

For more information about the Baraga County Spring Fling, please contact Iola Brubaker at iola@KFRCkid.org or call 906.482.9365.

Baraga - Spring Craft Show & Photo with Easter Bunny
2025-04-12 11:00 - 15:00 | Baraga American Legion Post #444, 505 S. Superior Avenue, Baraga, Michgian, 49908
Join us for a Spring Craft Show and Photos with the Easter Bunny

April 12th, 2025 from 11am – 3pm

With the Easter Bunny 12pm – 2pm

Baraga American Legion Post #444

L'Anse - Exploring Tarot and Reading for Yourself
2025-04-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, 1 N. Main Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
Exploring Tarot and Reading for Yourself

April 12th from 12:00p – 2:00p
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 1 N. Main Street, L’Anse

Houghton - Special Meeting on Jail Millage Proposal
2025-04-15 10:00 | Houghton County Courthouse, 401 East Houghton Avenue, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
The Houghton County Board of Commissioners and Administration invite all residents to attend a Special Meeting on April 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., located at 401 East Houghton Avenue, 3rd Floor Circuit Court, Houghton, MI 49931, to learn about the designs under consideration for the construction of a new county jail. If approved by the County Board, there will be a proposed millage request to fund the construction of the selected design.
The current jail facility is outdated, overcrowded, and no longer meets state compliance standards or the needs of the county. The proposed millage would provide funding for a modern facility designed to improve public and workplace safety, efficiency, and the ability to meet the county’s long-term commitment to maintaining a safe and orderly community.
To ensure residents have a full understanding of the project before the April 15th meeting, a series of public presentations will be held across the county in the coming weeks. These presentations will provide opportunities for residents to ask questions, review project details, give feedback, and learn about the impact of the millage request before the proposal is officially presented at the special meeting. The schedule for these presentations will be released soon.
“This is an important decision for our community,” said Tom Tikkanen Houghton County Board Chair. “We want residents to have all the facts about why a new jail is necessary, what it will cost, and how it will impact our local law enforcement and justice system. The public’s input is essential in shaping the future of this project.”
At the meeting, county officials, law enforcement representatives, and experienced jail-designers will present details on the proposal, including cost estimates, potential locations, and how the funding would be raised and allocated. The goal is to place the millage request on the August 2025 ballot. For those not able to attend in person there will be a link posted on our website at Website: Houghton County.
Houghton County encourages all residents to attend and participate in this important discussion. For more information,
please contact [Contact Name] at [Phone Number] or [Email Address].
Special Meeting Details:
Date: April 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: 401 East Houghton Avenue, 3rd Floor, Houghton, MI 49931
Key Topics to be Discussed:
• The urgent need for a new jail facility
• Current jail conditions and compliance challenges
• Input from the public attending
• Projected costs and taxpayer impact
• Next steps in the process leading to the August 2025 ballot
Public Presentation Series:
Houghton County will be hosting a series of public presentations in various townships, villages, and city councils prior to April 15 to ensure the community is well-informed and heard. These presentations will allow residents to ask questions and provide feedback that will make the proposal better.

Hancock - Puppy Parade
2025-04-17 17:00 - 19:30 | Hancock, MI
2025 Puppy Parade is April 17
Copper Shores Victim Support is asking the community to save the date for the fifth annual Puppy Parade. The event is Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The Puppy Parade will be held in downtown Hancock, starting at Quincy Green.

Held annually during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Puppy Parade is a community awareness event and solidarity walk for survivors of sexual assault. Attendees will have to opportunity to gather on Quincy Lawn with their furry friends before the walk and speak to Copper Shores Victim Advocates, as well as several local agencies that provide services and support to survivors of sexual assault. The event provides a safe environment for victims to seek support, for community members to gather resources and for families to practice hard conversations about sexual assault prevention with professionals nearby.

The Puppy Parade culminates in a walk through downtown Hancock with everyone’s four-legged friends. The “parade” serves as a public display of support for survivors of sexual assault within the community, while also bringing attention to the importance of sexual assault prevention here in the Copper Country.
More details about the Puppy Parade will be released as the event draws nearer, including event registration for attending dogs.

To stay up-to-date with Puppy Parade news, subscribe to Copper Shores’ free monthly newsletter at coppershores.org/newsletter.

Houghton - Spring Bazaar
2025-04-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Saints Peter and Paul Lutheran Church, 1010 Madeleine Street, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
Dorcas Society of SS Peter & Paul Lutheran, 1010 Madeleine, Houghton, is holding its Spring Bazaar on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from noon-3:00 pm. Funds raised go toward missions, both near and far.

Hancock - UP Wild in the Keweenaw Event
2025-04-27 15:00 | Michgian
Wilderness Walk
Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 3:00 pm
Paavola Wetlands Nature Area – Off No. 9 Road in Paavola Location

The 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. The nature area contains miles of hiking trails suitable for visitors of all accessibility. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

Chassell - Let's Eat Community Meal
2025-04-27 16:00 - 17:30 | Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 42905 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell, Michigan, 49916
Let’s Eat Free Community Meal from 4:00pm to 5:30pm

It’s provided and prepared by the Michigan Tech unit of Circle K and served with the help of the Sigma Rho fraternity of Chassell. Additional funding was also provided by DP Construction which is also based in Chassell. Our thanks go out to all of these folks. The menu Circle K is planning is chicken and cheese quesadillas with corn and apples as well as a dessert. Enjoy!

For this meal and all Let’s Eat Community Meals it’ll be good to keep in mind that they were originally started to provide a tasty and healthy meal but also an opportunity for folks from the same location to be able to chat with each other and get to know each other over the meal. Holy Trinity’s dining/meeting area lends itself particularly well for that.

Next month’s Let’s Eat Community Meal will be on April 27 and also at Holy Trinity and sponsored and run by the Let’s Eat Community Meals organization itself. (Please note that the general schedule currently mistakenly states April 20. This is the date for Easter this year and there will be other meals on that day offered by Little Brothers, for example.)

Chassell - Let's Eat Free Community Meal
2025-04-27 16:00 - 17:30 | Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 42905 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell, Michigan, 49916
The event is sponsored by the Let’s Eat organization and the preparation will be done by its original organization members and the Sisters of St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Chassell, a long-time supporter of our program. The menu includes Sloppy Joes, one of our all-time favorites, vegetables, dessert and fruit. And, of course, the meal is free to all guests and takes place between 4 and 5:30 pm at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church on US-41 on April 27.

Houghton - Copper Country Soccer Association and FC Summer Registration
2025-04-29 00:00 - 2025-05-07 23:59 | Michgian
Copper Country Soccer Association and Houghton FC are reminding families that registration for Summer Recreational Soccer opportunities will close on May 7th. Registration is open for boys and girls born from 2007 to 2021. Both area soccer clubs have combined efforts to offer one recreational program for area youth this summer. Tentative season dates run from June 3, to August 2, 2025.

Please visit coppercountrysoccer.org or houghtonfc.com for more information, and to register.

Houghton - CC Men's Slow-Pitch Softball League Meet
2025-04-29 18:00 | Downtowner Lounge, 100 Shelden Avenue, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
Tuesday, April 29th at the Downtowner in Houghton, the Copper Country Men’s Slow-pitch Softball league, will be having their initial meeting at 6 pm, upstairs of the bar! All captains or one member of the team must attend. Any new players or teams, looking to join, please attend also! See you there!

Houghton - Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Mind Meeting
2025-04-29 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds monthly meeting:

Tuesday, APRIL 29th, 2025 @ 6:30 pm

Portage Lake District Library Meeting Room
Houghton, MI 49931

Keweenaw 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.

Hancock - Community Conversations on Breastfeeding Needs
2025-05-03 09:30 - 11:30 | Hancock Community Hub Gym, 417 Quincy Street, Hancock, MI, 49930, United States
Community Breastfeeding Collaborative to Host Listening Sessions in May Public Invited to Share Experiences and Ideas for Improving Local Breastfeeding Support

The Community Breastfeeding Collaborative invites community members to two upcoming listening sessions designed to gather input on breastfeeding experiences, challenges, and needs throughout the Western Upper Peninsula. These sessions aim to strengthen local support for breastfeeding families based on feedback directly from those with lived experience.

Your voice matters whether you’re a parent, caregiver, healthcare provider, or community advocate. Attendees are encouraged to share their perspectives on current barriers and opportunities to improve our region’s breastfeeding resources and support systems. Light refreshments will be served, and time will be provided after each session for informal conversation and community networking.

Listening Session Dates:
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Keweenaw Community Foundation Office – Hancock Community Hub 3rd Floor, 417 Quincy St., Hancock
9:30 AM – Doors Open
10:00–11:00 AM – Listening Session
11:00–11:30 AM – Community Connection and Conversation

Saturday, May 10, 2025, 11:00 – 1:00 pm
Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Library – 409 S. Superior Rd., Baraga
11:00 AM – Doors Open
11:30 AM–12:30 PM – Listening Session
12:30–1:00 PM – Community Connection and Conversation

Can’t attend in person? Community members can still participate by completing a brief anonymous survey. Survey: https://bit.ly/42QhF3P
These sessions are open to all and are part of the Collaborative’s mission to ensure that local families have the support they need to make informed, empowered choices about infant feeding. Refreshments will be provided. These sessions are free to attend. No registration is required.

The Community Breastfeeding Collaborative includes:
● BHK Child Development
● Copper Country Great Start Collaborative
● Copper Country ISD
● Copper Shores Community Health Foundation
● Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Health Systems
● Keweenaw Community Foundation
● Upper Great Lakes Family Health Center
● UP Health System – Portage
● Western UP Health Department

Gay - Spring Festival Craft Show
2025-05-03 10:00 - 15:00 | Gay Community Hall, 8878 Second Street, Gay, Michigan
Join the Gay VFD Auxiliary for their Spring Festival Craft Show, May 3rd from 10 AM – 3PM at the Gay Community Hall , 8878 Second Street, Gay, Michigan. We have a great line-up of crafters for this show. Items ranging from photography, glasswork, wood, leather, painting, copper, crochet, knitting and more. Bring your phone or camera for a special feature: A miniature cow named “Oppie” will be joining us for a photo opportunity for the kids. Come join in the fun and pick up a gift for Mother’s Day or any other special occasion. East Fork Pasties and a bake sale will be available during the event. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Barbara at bmaynarich@gmail.com.

Mohawk - Keweenaw Lions Club Annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
2025-05-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Mohawk School, Mohawk, Michigan
Keweenaw Lions Club will hold their annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser on Sunday, May 4th. Dine-in with carryout available, at the Mohawk School from 11:00 to 2:00. Same cost, $12 per meal includes spaghetti, garlic bread, cole slaw and baked goods. Limited to 300 tickets, which are available from Keweenaw Lions Club members or by calling Marty & Syd at 289-4306 or Brian at 370-1454. Any extra tickets will be available at the door. Win big money, 50/50 raffle! 100% of proceeds benefit local charities.
If you are unable to attend the dinner but would like to make a donation, please mail checks to Keweenaw Lions Club P.O. Box 298, Mohawk, MI 49950 or you may drop off at Lassila Insurance 34 Union St., Mohawk. No amount is too small. MANY THANKS!

Hubbell - Keweenaw ATV Club Meeting
2025-05-05 19:00 | Hubbell VFW, 52218 Duncan Avenue, Hubbell, Michigan, 49934
Monthly meeting of the Keweenaw ATV Club will be held on May 5th, 2025. It will be held at the Hubbell VFW in Hubbell Mi. At 7:00 P.m. We will discuss old and new projects. We will have maintenance packets ready for those who adopt a section of trail. We need to set a date for our summer picnic. We will need volunteers to collect prizes for the picnic. We really appreciate all those volunteers who help us out. All members, old and new, welcome.

Bruce Crossing - MI-Trale Meeting
2025-05-05 19:00 | Stannard Township Hall, 14927 State Hwy M-28 East, Bruce Crossing, Michigan, 49912
Our May Monthly Meeting will be held at 7:00pm, (Eastern Time), in person at the Stannard Township Hall on 5/05/2025. 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!

For next Monday, Happy early Cinco de Mayo, All! Celebrate all things Mexican by getting yourself some good Mexican food (and drink!) to party with! Enjoy!!

Houghton - Copper Country Beekeeping Club Meeting
2025-05-06 18:30 | Carnegie Museum, 105 Huron Street, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
The Copper Country Beekeeping Club will meet on Tuesday, May 6 at 6:30 pm at the Carnegie Museum in Houghton. Please use the lower level entrance.

This month, we’ll be discussing beekeeping 101 and installing new bees! Buzz on by!

Hancock - Is It Really Recycled? Presentation
2025-05-07 19:00 | Orpheum Theater, 426 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Is It Really Recycled?

Hosted by: Copper Country Recycling Initiative (CCRI)
Date & Time: May 7th | Doors open at 6:30 PM | Presentation begins at 7:00 PM
Location: Orpheum Theater – 426 Quincy St Hancock, MI 49930
Event Description:
Have you ever wondered what actually happens to your recyclables after they leave the curb? Join Copper Country Recycling Initiative (CCRI) for an eye-opening community presentation.
The evening will kick off with CCRI Executive Director Jonathon Nagel, who will provide a brief overview of the current state of recycling in the Copper Country.
Our featured speaker, Josh Wales, Materials Management Supervisor at the materials recovery facility (MRF) in Marquette, will dive into what really happens to the materials we toss into the recycling bin. From sorting to selling to market, Josh will answer the big question: Is it really recycled?
Following the presentation, an open Q&A session will be held, so please bring your questions and curiosity.
This is a free public event; all are welcome to attend.

Baraga - Bay Ambulance accepting Applications for Camp 911
2025-05-08 00:00 - 2025-06-03 23:59 | Michgian
Bay Ambulance is currently accepting applications for Camp 911.
June 17th & 18th
5th and 6th graders from Baraga County schools are eligible.
For additional information contact Bay Ambulance
at 906-353-6196 between 7:00 am and 3:00 pm.
Deadline for applications is June 3.
Info can also be found on Facebook @ Bay Ambulance Inc of Baraga Michigan

L'Anse - BCCC Bingo
2025-05-08 18:00 | Whirl-I-Gig, 15850 Whirl-I - Gig Road, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce BINGO

Every Second Thursday of each month 6:00 pm – early bird 4:30p

Whirl-I-Gig, 15850 Whirl-I-Gig Road, L’Anse

Win Cash – Low Entry Fee

Hancock - Finnish American Folk School Open House and Fundraiser
2025-05-10 10:00 - 14:00 | The Skyline Commons, 200 Michigan Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
The Finnish American Folk School welcomes everyone to its first open house and fundraiser on Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. Taking place in the ground floor studios at Skyline Commons at 200 Michigan Street in Hancock, the open house will feature family-friendly weaving and pottery demonstrations, Mother’s Day gifts, silent auction, along with a rummage sale offering surplus equipment and a variety of craft supplies and books.
“We’re very excited to welcome everyone into our studios to see what we do here and find out how to get involved,” said Folk School Director Clare Zuraw. “Whether you’re interested in fiber arts, ceramics, or woodworking, there’s something for everyone.”
In addition to books and craft supplies such as yarn and fabric, the fundraiser will also include surplus wood and metal working equipment. The silent auction will feature work by Folk School instructors including Lindsey Heiden, Kenyon Hansen, Phyllis Fredendall, and others. Funds raised will help to sustain folk school programming. For more information, visit www.finnishamericanfolkschool.com, call 906-370-3722 or email clare.zuraw@finlandiafoundation.org.

Baraga - Community Conversations on Breastfeeding Needs
2025-05-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Michgian

Hancock - Copper Country League of Women Voters Annual Meeting
2025-05-10 11:00 - 14:00 | The Skyline Commons, 200 Michigan Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Copper Country League of Women Voters (LWVCC) Annual Meeting ~

Saturday, May 10th
The Copper Country League of Women Voters (LWVCC) will hold their annual meeting Saturday, May 10, 11am-2pm at the The Skyline Commons, formerly known as the Jutila Center in the old hospital chapel, 200 Michigan St., in Hancock. The annual meeting will begin with a presentation titled “What Is Ranked-Choice Voting & the Michigan Rank MI Vote Ballot Proposal?” from 11:15-noon, followed by a buffet lunch and the annual business meeting.

The guest speaker will be Lisa Nelson, a Copper Country League of Women Voters member and a member of the UP Rank MI Vote team. She will explain ranked-choice voting, a system that allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference. She will also talk about a proposed statewide ballot measure to adopt ranked-choice voting for all state and federal elections.

Calumet - Joe Kirkish Photo Exhibit & Sale
2025-05-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth Street, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
Calumet Art Center

Joe Kirkish Photo Exhibit & Sale

Saturday, May 10 from 11am – 2pm

Bonus! Mothers Day Gifts, Fundraiser.

Get all your shopping done today.

Negaunee - 2nd Annual Doobie Dan Memorial Pool Tournment
2025-05-10 13:00 | Michgian
2nd Annual Doobie Dan Memorial Pool Tournment

Pasquali’s, 100 Cliff Street, Negaunee, Doors open at 12:00pm

May 10th, start time 1:00pm

$20 Entry – $5 Green Fee included

Random Draw Doubles

Houghton - UP Wild in the Keweenaw
2025-05-11 15:00 | Michgian
UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event.

Wilderness Walk
Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 3:00 pm
Paavola Wetlands Nature Area – Off No. 9 Road in Paavola Location

The 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. The nature area contains miles of hiking trails suitable for visitors of all accessibility. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

L'Anse - Blood Drive
2025-05-16 11:00 - 15:00 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Blood drive
Friday, May 16th
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
L’Anse Methodist Church
304 N. Main St., just up the hill from Pat’s
No appointment needed, just drop in.

L'Anse - Blood Drive
2025-05-16 11:00 - 15:00 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Blood Drive
Friday, May 16th
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
L’Anse Methodist Church
Walk-ins are welcome! Blood is badly needed to supply our Upper Peninsula hospitals!

L'Anse - Litter Pick-Up Event
2025-05-17 09:00 | Meadowbrook Park, Division Street, L'Anse, Michigan
Litter Pick-up Event
Interested in picking up litter in the Village of L’Anse to help make our world a better place?
Meet at 9 a.m. at Meadowbrook Arena on Saturday to pick up free bags and to organize.
Pick up at your convenience this weekend (May 17th & May 18th) within the Village limits.
Questions? Contact Sally at (906) 524-2420
