• Marquette – NMU Free Cybersecurity Summer Camp for Kids

    NMU Free Cybersecurity Summer Camp Seeks Applicants Students entering grades 9-11 in the fall are invited to apply for a free, weeklong residential Cybersecurity Summer Camp hosted by the Upper Peninsula Cybersecurity Institute at Northern Michigan University, with support from the Central U.P. MiSTEM Network and Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center. The camp will take place July 13-18 at NMU. It is designed to introduce students to the rapidly growing field of cybersecurity through a blend of virtual and in-person experiences. The application deadline is May 16. The program begins with a virtual component in June 2025, consisting of approximately

  • MSMarquette – NMU Seaborg Center Summer of STEM for Kids

    NMU Seaborg Center Offers Kids ‘Summer of STEM’ Northern Michigan University’s Glenn T. Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center will host a series of summer programs for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. These programs are designed to foster curiosity, creativity and career exploration through immersive, hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Summer College for Kids, open to students in grades K–8, provides engaging educational opportunities. Grades K–6 will explore topics such as LEGO robotics, coding fundamentals and other STEM-related subjects through hands-on, minds-on classes. Grades 7–8 will participate in career-focused STEM exploration, including visits to local businesses and

  • Houghton – Copper Country Soccer Association and FC Summer Registration

    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.

  • PWPL Director Chat

    Director Chat  Wednesday, May 6, 2025. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Circulation Lobby. Stop by the Library to chat with Library Director Andrea Ingmire. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

  • Young Authors: Adam Rex Presentation and Book Signing 

    Young Authors: Adam Rex Presentation and Book Signing  Tuesday May 6, 2025. 5:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Young Authors presents Adam Rex! Members of the public are invited to this free event to meet author Adam Rex. There will be a presentation followed by a book signing. Want to read some of his books ahead of time? Use your library card to check one (or 2) out from the library! Snowbound Books will be on site selling Adam’s books for anyone interested in purchasing books for Adam to sign. No admission charge. For more information

  • Houghton – Copper Country Beekeeping Club Meeting

    Carnegie Museum 105 Huron Street, Houghton, MI, 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

    Orpheum Theater 426 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan

    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

  • Baraga – Bay Ambulance accepting Applications for Camp 911

    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

  • Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Food Pantry

    -Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are partnering with Feeding America West Michigan to host a Mobile Food Pantry. Taking place on Thursday, May 8. Food distribution will begin at 10:00am and continue while supplies last or until 11:30am. Food will be available for approximately 550 families. Due to changes with Feeding America West Michigan, proxy pickup will be limited. This will be a drive-thru event with directions given by parking lot attendants. Guests are asked to remain in their cars and have adequate space prepared in their trunk or back seat in advance to allow the distribution team

  • UPCM Second Thursday

    Join us for our Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum: “Let’s make a book!” Thursday, May 8, 2025 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Experience hands-on craft activities, music, and FREE Culver’s Frozen Custard. FREE to participate.