Keep It In The UP!

NMU Fall Semester Job Fair
2024-10-30 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | Michigan
Northern Michigan University’s 57th annual fall semester job fair will take place from 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, in the Northern Center ballrooms. The job fair offers students and alumni a one-stop opportunity to receive information about a wide array of career possibilities from participating employers in attendance who are recruiting for full-time and part-time jobs, as well as internships and seasonal employment.
Admission to this event is free for Northern students and alumni. Attendees are encouraged to dress professionally and have their resumes on hand. There will also be an opportunity for attendees to have a professional headshot taken.
Students and alumni who register here and check in to the fair will be placed into a drawing for one of ten $25 gift cards; winners will be notified the day after the fair.
Visit this website for further information on job fairs. Contact NMU Career Services with any questions.

Hancock - Night of the Living Dead 1968 Film
2024-10-29 20:00 | Orpheum Theatre, 426 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
2nd Sandbar & Wolf’s Head film presents “Night of the Living Dead 1968 Classic” Come dressed as a ZOMBIE! Prize for best ZOMBIE!

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at the Orpheum Theatre

Doors open at 6pm and Show at 8pm

FREE ADMISSION

Houghton - Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Meeting
2024-10-29 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds monthly meeting
Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 @ 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.

Baraga - Winter Coat Giveaway
2024-10-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 211 State Street, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Holy Cross Lutheran Church will be holding a Winter Coat Giveaway. It will be held at Holy Cross Lutheran Church on 211 State St in Baraga on Sunday, October 27, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Rocky Horror Show at NMU
2024-10-26 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-10-25 19:30 - 22:00 | Michigan
Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance and the Masonic Arts, Theatre & Innovation Company (MÄTI) announce a new chapter for The Rocky Horror Show. After successfully producing this cult classic for the past few years, MÄTI is passing the artistic torch to NMU Theatre and Dance, which will stage the show at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24 through Saturday, Oct. 26 in Forest Roberts Theatre, with later 10:30 p.m. performances on Friday and Saturday.
The Rocky Horror Show humorously pays homage to B movies from the science fiction and horror genres spanning the 1930s to early 1960s. Intended for mature audiences, the plot follows a newly engaged couple who, after being caught in a storm, find themselves at the mansion of a flamboyant transvestite scientist, Dr. Frank-N-Furter. There, they encounter his latest creation, Rocky—a Frankenstein-like figure who is a fully grown, physically perfect muscle man with blonde hair and a tan.
“The Rocky Horror Show has become a beloved tradition under the stewardship of MÄTI, drawing enthusiastic audiences and rave reviews. We are incredibly grateful to MÄTI for entrusting us with this iconic production,” said Bill Digneit, department head of NMU Theatre and Dance. “Our students and faculty are eager to bring new life to the production. This transition exemplifies the strong collaborative spirit within the Marquette arts community.”
“MÄTI has had a fantastic journey with The Rocky Horror Show, and we are confident that NMU Theatre and Dance will continue to elevate the production,” said Sarah Balding and Ryan Engle of MÄTI. “We look forward to donating funds to support their inaugural run and witnessing their unique take on this beloved show.”
All proceeds from NMU’s production will support student artists and provide educational experiences beyond the classroom. Digneit says this initiative underscores NMU’s commitment to fostering the next generation of theater professionals.
Tickets are: $25 for the general public; $22 for NMU faculty/staff, seniors and military; $15 for students 18 and under; and $5 for NMU students with ID. They are available at nmu.universitytickets.com.

Hancock - Haunted Hoist House: Fears and Phobias for You
2024-10-26 19:00 - 22:30, 2024-10-25 19:00 - 22:30, 2024-10-24 19:00 - 22:30 | Quincy Mine Hoist, 49750 US Hwy 41, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Face your fears and phobias in the Quincy Mine Haunted Hoist House this weekend. Michigan Tech University’s Theatre Department is curating lights,
sounds and animations to resurrect the Halloween spirit of the Keweenaw. Instead of relying on traditional haunted house themes, this event focuses on evoking unsettling sensations through creepy elements like clowns, mannequins and other dolls – and eerie visuals. Visitors will travel through dimly lit, spooky themed sections, encountering unsettling sounds, and multiple automated effects that will heighten the scare factor. It’s a unique way to see the mine, taking you through closed off areas you wouldn’t see on a normal tour.

The Haunted Hoist House experience opens this Thursday, Oct. 24 through Saturday, Oct. 26 from 7-10:30 p.m. All ages are welcome, but young children should have adult supervision and adults should be mindful of the event’s theme.

The journey begins at the Quincy Mine’s gift shop/visitor center just off US-41 at the flashing light by Peterson’s Fish Market. Folks will purchase tickets here before winding into the spinetingling hallways of the Hoist House. The event is also a hands-on opportunity for Michigan Tech students to practice and refine their craftmanship and technical skills. Students get to push their creative boundaries to organize the haunted mine further each year.

Houghton - Fall Festival
2024-10-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Saints Peter and Paul Lutheran Church, 1010 Madeleine Street, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
Dorcas Society of Sts Peter & Paul Lutheran, 1010 Madeleine St, Houghton, is celebrating a Fall Festival on Saturday, October 26, 2024, from noon-3:00, with its 77th Annual Fall Bazaar, along with a Trunk or Treat event for kids. Funds raised go towards local missions.

Repair Café
2024-10-26 11:00 - 15:00 | Michigan
Repair Café
Saturday, October 26, 2024. 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Toss it? No way! The Repair Café is back thanks to a partnership with the Marquette Sustainability Coalition. Bring in broken household goods such as appliances, clothing, or bikes and skilled fixers will assist you in repairing them. This is a great way to save money, learn valuable repair skills, and reduce your environmental impact. No admission charge. For further information, please contact mqtsustainability@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Hancock - Coat the Country
2024-10-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Salvation Army, Ravine Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Coat the Copper Country
Winter wear will be set up at The Salvation Army Bread of Life Center, 408 Ravine St., Hancock MI 49930 (906-482-3420).
Distribution is Friday, October 25th from 5:00 till 7:00 and Saturday, October 26th from 10:00 until 2:00.
Winterwear will be available until Thanksgiving at The Copper Country Angel Mission and The Salvation Army.
If you reside “North” and need winter wear but can’t make it to Hancock, come to the Angel Mission Free Store in Calumet and request sizes and
types of items needed. They can help.

St Peter Cathedral Fall Bazaar
2024-10-26 09:00 - 13:00 | Michigan
The St. Peter Cathedral Woman Caring and Serving/Altar Society will be hosting a bazaar on Saturday, October 26 from 9 a.m.. to 1 p.m. in the St. Peter Cathedral Hall. There will be vendors, a huge selection of jewelry, baked goods, white elephant sales and a basket raffle.. A soup/salad and dessert luncheon will begin at 10:30. For more information call Sandy at 906-228-8861.

Gender Diversity Conference at NMU
2024-10-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Michigan
The Midwest Bisexual Lesbian Gay Transgender Asexual College Conference (MBLGTACC) will be held at Northern Michigan University Oct. 25-27. Now in its 32nd year, it is the nation’s largest and oldest-continuously running conference for queer and trans+ college students and young adults, designed to catalyze conversation and action around relevant issues. Each year, MBLGTACC makes one Midwest community a destination for a diverse gathering of 2,000+ college students.
The conference is a program of the Midwest Institute for Sexuality and Gender Diversity. Its 2024 theme is We Are Everywhere. The schedule includes keynote speakers, breakout sessions and more.
“We’re thrilled to partner with NMU to host MBLGTACC in Marquette, centering queer and trans people from rural and small communities while showcasing Michigan’s picturesque Upper Peninsula,” said Justin Drwencke, the Institute’s executive director.
MLBGTACC hosts dozens of workshops on LGBTQIA+, intersectional topics and interests, along with keynotes from leading advocates and performances from popular entertainers. It has attracted advocates and thought leaders including Angela Davis, Robyn Ochs, Janet Mock, Laverne Cox, Kate Bornstein, Faisal Alam, and LZ Granderson; and entertainers and artists including Jujubee, Margaret Cho, J Mase III, Chely Wright, and Loren Cameron.
The Midwest Institute for Sexuality and Gender Diversity was formed in 2016 with a mandate to provide robust strategic and operational support for conference operations and campus planning teams; to continue improving the MBLGTACC experience for all attendees and partners; to relentlessly pursue diversity, equity, and inclusion in value and practice; and to grow the capacity of the organization beyond the annual conference.
For more information visit mblgtacc.org.

Hancock - Coat the Copper Country
2024-10-25 17:00 - 19:00 | Salvation Army, Ravine Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930

Baraga - Loaded Baked Potato Fundraiser
2024-10-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Baraga American Legion Post #444, 505 S. Superior Avenue, Baraga, Michgian, 49908
Loaded Baked Potato Fundraiser for Holy Cross Lutheran Church. It will be held on October 25, 2024 at the Baraga American Legion Post #444 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Donation of $10.00. Five and under will be a donation of $1.00 per year

Hancock - Girls Hockey Powerskating Clinic
2024-10-25 00:00 - 2024-10-26 23:59 | Houghton County Arena, 1500 Birch Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
The Copper Country Junior Hockey Association (CCJHA) is hosting a Girls Hockey Powerskating Clinic on Oct. 25 and 26. The clinic is geared toward
young women from 8U through 19U. It is lead by Former Harvard Women’s Hockey Player and Captain Dr. Colleen Linehan. The action takes place at the HoCo
Arena in the Houghton County Fairgrounds.

Linehan has coached Powerskating for over 20 years, was Team Captain at Harvard and co-coached with the Mid-Michigan Alliance Girls Varsity Hockey Team.
Girls will need to be registered with USA Hockey and should already know how to skate. The clinic will help young athletes improve their skills and be more confident on the ice.

“Girls Hockey is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States,” said Amy Blake, with CCJHA. “The CCJHA has a 40-year history of girls hockey teams, and it’s awesome to see girls hockey growing up here in the U.P. and starting to gain more attention as it gains popularity around the world. The CCJHA hopes to keep building its program, adding more opportunities for girls’ hockey.”

The event is free to young female athletes, but they must be registered with USA Hockey. USA Hockey registration and the Powerskating clinic are paid for by the David Wiitanen and Slim McLean Memorial Youth Hockey Fund. Known locally as the “HoCo Arena”, the venue was constructed in 1972 in Hancock and is where the Hancock Bulldogs play home games on ice. You can find out more information about the clinic and the CCJHA at ccjha.org.

'Rocky Horror Show' at NMU
2024-10-24 19:30 - 22:00 | Michigan

Author Reading: Jeff Vande Zande & The Dance of Rotten Sticks
2024-10-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Michigan
Author Reading: Jeff Vande Zande & The Dance of Rotten Sticks
Thursday, October 24, 2024. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. Acclaimed Michigan writer Jeff Vande Zande is back at PWPL with his first foray into gothic horror-The Dance of the Rotten Sticks. The novel centers on Isaac Fletcher, a recent widower, who moves his family of three children to Orphan Island where strange things start to happen at the purportedly haunted abandoned orphanage. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 906-226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Hancock - UPPCO to Host Energy Transition Open House
2024-10-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Finnish American Heritage Center, 435 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michgian, 49930
Upper Peninsula Power Company (UPPCO) will host two open house events to demonstrate how it plans to meet Michigan’s new clean energy standards. At these events, UPPCO will provide an update on the company’s current renewable generation projects and walk guests through its Integrated Resource Plan, or IRP. An IRP is a comprehensive plan which outlines an electric utility’s future electric generation resource strategy. An IRP seeks to answer the question of
how an electric utility may provide reliable, cost-effective electric service to its customers over the next twenty (20) years while addressing various risks and uncertainties.
The Energy Transition Open Houses will be held at two locations from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time on the following dates:
October 22: River Rock Lanes, 1011 N Rd., Ishpeming, MI
October 23: Finnish American Heritage Center, 435 Quincy St., Hancock, MI

According to Dan Freeborn, UPPCO’s Manager of Communications and External Affairs, “Beginning at 6:00 P.M., there will be a short presentation that will outline Michigan’s current energy legislation, UPPCO’s currently planned solar projects, and a review of our upcoming IRP efforts. Immediately following the presentation, guests can visit with representatives from UPPCO’s Customer Service, Energy Efficiency, Resource Planning and Regulatory departments. These events will allow us to work closely with our customers and stakeholders as we develop an IRP that enables us to deliver safe and reliable electric service while complying with Michigan’s clean energy standards.”
For more information about the Energy Transition Open House Events and UPPCO’s IRP, please visit
www.uppco.com/energy-transition.

Family Halloween Craft Night
2024-10-23 17:30 - 19:30 | Michigan
Wednesday October 23, 2024. 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Families with children of all ages, join us for this family Halloween craft night! This year, make unique Ghosts In a Jar decorations! No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Zeba - KBIC Victim Services Women's Circle
2024-10-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Zeba Community Hall, Zeba Road, Zeba, Michigan, 49946
Hosted by KBIC Victim Services WOMEN’S CIRCLE
2nd Wednesday of the month @ the Baraga Senior Center from 2-3pm
4th Wednesday of the month @ the Zeba Hall from 2-3pm
For questions or more information, please contact Shanel LeRue @ 906-353-4592

PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
2024-10-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Michigan
PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, October 22, 2024. 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.. Regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Peter White Public Library. The meeting is open to all. Meeting agenda, materials, and remote attendance link are available on the library’s website: www.pwpl.info.

Cloverland in Concert
2024-10-21 18:30 - 19:30 | Michigan
Cloverland in Concert
Monday, October 21, 2024, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Family, Adults, Seniors, Teens. Join PWPL for an evening of folk and bluegrass tunes by popular local band Cloverland, featuring musicians Kerry Yost, Stephanie Whiton, Sarah Mittlefehldt, and John Gillette. A toe- and heart-tapping concert that is not to be missed! No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 906-226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Evergreen Award of Marquette County
2024-10-21 12:00 - 13:30 | Michigan
The Evergreen Award honors individuals who are dedicated to supporting and mentoring women and girls and
helping them to reach their leadership potential. These exceptional individuals excel in their chosen path,
devote time and energy to their community in a meaningful way, and blaze trails for others to follow.
Community members are also cordially invited to attend the Evergreen Luncheon on Monday October 21,
2024 at the Holiday Inn of Marquette. The event runs from 12:00-1:30 and tickets are $15; they may be
purchased online at eventbrite.com, simply search Evergreen Award of Marquette County. The luncheon will
honor last year’s recipient, Tia Rodda, and announce the recipient for 2024.
“This is my favorite lunch of the year,” stated Kori Bjorne, Evergreen Committee Chair. “It’s truly a
partnership of service clubs, the volunteer committees, and the community to honor last year’s recipient and
announce this year’s recipient. I think the surprise element is my favorite, nobody but the selection committee
knows who was nominated or who is chosen, so when we announce the name, there is often shock, laughter,
sometimes tears, and pride for this person in our community who has made such a difference in the lives of
women and children in Marquette County.”
To find out more about the Evergreen Award of Marquette County please email koribjorne@gmail.com.
About the Evergreen Award: Thank you to the sponsors of the Evergreen Award of Marquette County: WLUC –
TV6, Peninsula Medical Center, Range Bank, Embers Credit Union, UPPCO, Upper Peninsula Health Plan,
VAST, West End Health Foundation, U.P. Home Health & Hospice, and the Zonta Club of Marquette Area.

Hancock - Let's Eat Community Meals
2024-10-20 16:00 - 17:30 | Church of the Resurrection, 900 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Let’s Eat Community Meal is on October 20 at the Church of The Resurrection at 900 Quincy St. in Hancock (4 to 5:30 pm) and is provided by a team of its congregation. The menu on this Sunday includes Sloppy Joes, homemade potato salad, veggies, cookies/bars. Meals will be served indoors (take outs are available indoors).

NMU Choral Groups Perform
2024-10-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Michigan
Northern Michigan University’s Arts Chorale and University Choir will perform their debut concert of the 2024-25 academic year at 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20, in Reynolds Recital Hall. Admission is free.
Twenty-four undergraduate students—primarily music majors—comprise the NMU Arts Chorale. The University Choir is made up of about 40 singers representing various areas of study across campus.
Selected works are connected by the theme of “fire and ice,” and include musical pieces based on hot and cold emotion, such as Katerina Gimon’s Elements, which is a multi-movement work that uses aleatory vocal techniques, overtone singing and other effects to represent earth, air, fire and water.
“The connecting theme is hot and cold emotion and how music and art can represent things such as anger, indifference, depression, sadness, love and lust,” said Erin Colwitz, Northern’s director of choirs.
Other works to be performed at the concert include The Cold Demands a Silence by Stephen Chatman, Frostbound by Marquette native Thomas LaVoy, Fire, Fire by Thomas Morley, Si Ch’io Vorrei Morire by Claudio Monteverdi, Hurt by Trent Reznor, and an arrangement of Stevie Nicks’ Landslide created for NMU by Zach Neufeld.

Fresh Coast Film Festival
2024-10-20 10:00 - 18:00 | Michigan
FRESH COAST FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES ITS 2024 FILM SCHEDULE AND VIP GUEST Katie Burrell
This year’s festival will feature 85+ films, 50+ premieres and 70+ filmmakers in attendance
Marquette, Mich., October 3, 2024 – Fresh Coast Film Festival has released its official 2024 festival schedule which includes over 85 films, 60 premieres and more than 70 filmmakers in attendance. The festival will take place October 17-20. The official 2024 schedule and tickets are available now at freshcoastfilm.com.
Unique to this year’s festival:

Actor and Comedian Katie Burrell anchors a lineup of more than 70 attending filmmakers from across the US and Canada. She’ll be live Saturday, October 19, 2024 with a humorous look at her unique career

9 world premieres and over 50 Michigan premieres of films

Fresh Coast Film Festival’s free kickoff event -Fresh Coast Free- will be hosted at Ellwood A Mattson Lower Harbor Park on Thursday, October 17

Participants will have the opportunity to participate in 15 guided outdoor tours as part of the festival weekend pass

This year’s kickoff event will take place on Thursday, October 17, at Mattson Park located in downtown Marquette. Festival director Aaron Peterson invites the Marquette community to help celebrate the resilience of the community by stating, “It’s so good to bring Fresh Coast back and feel the support of this fun, creative and curious community. Fresh Coast wouldn’t exist without the sponsors, filmmakers and volunteers that share so much with us. In that spirit, we begin every festival with our Fresh Coast Free community kickoff celebration. This year that event will be at Mattson Lower Harbor Park and we hope folks will join us to celebrate the resilient spirit of the Fresh Coast.” Kickoff celebrations will include film showings, live music and food trucks beginning at 5 pm; films begin at 7 pm under the arabesque tent.
Event Details:
Dates: October 17-20
New Venues! 8 venues in total: 2 theaters at the renovated Ore Dock Brewing Company, 3 theaters at Peter White Library, 1 theater at Blackrocks Brewery, The Honorable Distillery and the arabesque tent at Mattson Park on Lake Superior.

Ticket Options:
Patron Pass – $179
Includes a full weekend pass, t-shirt of choice, preferred seating, access to the filmmakers reception dinner, and is also a way to give a little extra back to Fresh Coast to help grow the fest.

Weekend Pass – $79
Includes access to films the entire weekend

Day Pass – $39
Includes access to one (1) day of films

Student Weekend Pass – $29
Includes access to films the entire weekend, discounted rate for students
“We are ecstatic to bring Fresh Coast back to the community for our 8th annual festival,” states Bugsy Sailor, Fresh Coast co-founder. “We’ve long spoken about the resilient spirit of the Great Lakes region, and bringing the festival back is a perfect example of the resilience in our community. Our tradition of storytelling continues, with another 85+ films from filmmakers we’ve had before, and entirely new filmmakers. Fresh Coast has a number of films for every outdoor, adventure, and documentary-loving person. We can’t wait to see everyone on the Fresh Coast this October.”
Throughout Fresh Coast’s eight-year history, the festival has inspired attendees to interact with the landscape of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula in new ways. A key component of the Fresh Coast experience will be guided outdoor activities to introduce visitors to the outdoor playground of the Marquette area. Rock climbing, a variety of scenic and history hikes, and even a harbor boat tour will all be offered as part of the Fresh Coast weekend.
To interact and stay up to date with event details, follow Fresh Coast Film Festival on Facebook, and Instagram.
###
About Fresh Coast Film Festival
Fresh Coast Film Festival is an annual documentary film festival celebrating the outdoor lifestyle, water-rich environment and resilient spirit of the Great Lakes and Upper Midwest. The festival is held annually the third weekend in October in Marquette, Michigan with a traveling road show visiting participating communities throughout the year. To read more about the festival click here.

Calumet - UP Wild in the Keweenaw Wilderness Walk
2024-10-19 15:00 | Boston Pond Nature Area, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
Wilderness Walk
Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Boston Pond Nature Area, Calumet, MI

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. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.
