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  • 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.

  • L’Anse – BCCC Bingo

    Whirl-I-Gig 15850 Whirl-I – Gig Road, L'Anse, MI, 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  

  • The Marquette Regional History Center presents: 20th Annual Cemetery Walk: V.E. Day 80 Years

    The Marquette Regional History Center presents: 20th Annual Cemetery Walk: V.E. Day 80 Years Thursday, May 8, two tours: 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Park Cemetery Victory in Europe Day happened on this day 80 years ago. Honor our local WWII heroes as we recognize several who are buried at Park Cemetery, both military and civilian. At 1:00, enjoy a self-guided tour. At 6:00, there will be guided tour groups, or a seated version (bring your lawn chair). Rain date: May 15. Meet near the main gate off Seventh Street. $5 suggested donation.  For more info visit marquettehistory.org or

  • Marquette Poets Circle 

    Marquette Poets Circle  Thursday, May 8, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Shiras Room..  Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly.  Join local poets, writers, and poetry enthusiasts for an evening of poetry.  Starting at 6:30 p.m.., participants gather to workshop their current work, followed by an Open Mic at 7:15 p.m. New and experienced poets are welcome for either or both events.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

  • “Off the Wall” Artist Reception

    On the Wall: a collection of photography from the Secret Society of the Finch. Photos they love and want to be seen off the screen. The Secret Society of the Finch is a Photography group founded by Dave Sargent and Kurt Babcock. They have been meeting monthly at Second Story Studio. There are around a dozen members in the group. Work ranges from wildlife and asto to fine art photography. April 10 – May 31 Friday, May 9 Reception 5pm-8pm Second Story Studio 118 W Washington St Suite B Open 2:00pm – 6:00pm Thursday- Saturday

  • Hancock – Finnish American Folk School Open House and Fundraiser

    The Skyline Commons 200 Michigan Street, Hancock, Michigan

    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

  • Baraga – Community Conversations on Breastfeeding Needs

    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

  • Hancock – Copper Country League of Women Voters Annual Meeting

    The Skyline Commons 200 Michigan Street, Hancock, Michigan

    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

  • Calumet – Joe Kirkish Photo Exhibit & Sale

    Calumet Art Center 57055 Fifth Street, Calumet, Michigan

    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.