The Houghton Business Association meets the first Wednesday of each month at 9:00 in the Council Chambers at the Houghton City Center. Houghton business owners are encouraged to attend.

Preschool story time meets each Wednesday at 10:30 and Thursday at 1:30 in the children's area at the Portage Lake District Library. Children can enjoy a story, and bring home a take-and-make craft bag.

The South Range Eagles Hall hosts Bingo every Wednesday. All are welcome.

Preschool story time meets each Wednesday at 10:30 and Thursday at 1:30 in the children's area at the Portage Lake District Library. Children can enjoy a story, and bring home a take-and-make craft bag.

The Baragaland Senior Center Caregiver’s Support Group meets every other Thursday at 3:00 (unless otherwise announced). Anyone caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's is welcome. For more details, call (906) 524-6711 or (906) 524-6922.

The Little Gem Community center will host a kids painting night. The cost is $10, with proceeds supporting the center. Advance registration is required - for details, click here. Concessions will be available to purchase.

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center playgroup will meet at the Tree House Indoor Playground.Playgroup is for families in the area with children birth through 4 years of age. The playgroups provide an opportunity for children and parents to play in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Morning playgroups are offered in the communities of...

The Portage Lake District Library will host its Winter Reading Program kick-off party from 1 until 3. Enjoy coffee and baked goods and sign up for the program.

The First Friday Chili Soup Supper at Mission United Lutheran Church in Pelkie features a light meal of soups, chili, breads, dessert, and beverages prepared in the home kitchens of church members. There is no charge, and all are welcome.

The public is invited to an open skating session at the HOCO.

Do you need help with your digital device? Facing tablet troubles? Windows worries? Mac mysteries? Smartphone snafus? Do you want to learn more about what you can do with digital technology? Let the Michigan Tech team of experts help you, teach you, and inspire you at the Portage Lake District Library.

The CopperDog 150 will offer free sled dog rides to kids at Agassiz Park. Rides will be provided by the Otter River Sled Dog Training Center and Wilderness Adventures and the Mushing Club at Michigan Tech. Enjoy complimentary coffee, hot chocolate and hot dogs.  The event is supported by Fifth and Elm Coffeehouse, Pat's Foods,...

Bring your dog and join Paavo's Pack Walk. Meet at the Rozsa Center parking lot. Paavo is the Adams Township Schools therapy dog, and enjoys company.

The Copper Country Curling Club will host its annual Learn to Curl event at the Drill House Rink. The event will include two hours of instruction on all aspects of curling. The cost is $20 per person, which can be applied to your first year dues if you join any of their leagues. Sign up...

The South Range Eagles Club hosts polka dances with live music each Sunday. All are welcome.

The public is invited to an open skating session at the HOCO.

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center playgroup will meet at the Tree House Indoor Playground.Playgroup is for families in the area with children birth through 4 years of age. The playgroups provide an opportunity for children and parents to play in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Morning playgroups are offered in the communities of...

MI-TRALE will hold its monthly meeting at the Stannard Township Hall in Bruce Crossing. Anyone interested in maintaining ATV and snowmobile trails in the western U.P. is invited. A ZOOM option is now available for virtual attendance of meetings. Contact Donna Wolf at mi-trale.pr@gmail.com for connection instructions.

The Copper Country Mental Health Services’ Recipient Rights Advisory Committee will meet at the Rice Center in Houghton.

The Cribbage League meets each Tuesday at Armando's in Houghton. All ages and skill levels are welcome. To get involved, call or text 906-482-2422, or just show up at a session.

 VetsForJesus is a veteran-led Bible study for veterans and whoever else wants to attend.  Typically, they read a small portion of the Bible and talk about it around the table.

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center playgroup will meet at the Horizons School in Mohawk.Playgroup is for families in the area with children birth through 4 years of age. The playgroups provide an opportunity for children and parents to play in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Morning playgroups are offered in the communities of...

Preschool story time meets each Wednesday at 10:30 and Thursday at 1:30 in the children's area at the Portage Lake District Library. Children can enjoy a story, and bring home a take-and-make craft bag.

The U.P. Regional Blood Center will host a blood drive at Houghton High School. Walk-ins are welcome.

The Aspirus Keweenaw Diabetes Support Group meets the second Wednesday of each month at the Calumet Public-School Library. These meetings are free, open to the public, and are designed for anyone who has diabetes, their family and friends, or those who want to learn more about preventing diabetes. Lead by a Certified Diabetes Care and...

The Nordic Film Series presents The Happiest Country in the World: Finland, at the Finnish American Heritage Center. This documentary examines several aspects of Finnish life to see why Finland has been at the top of the UN’s World Happiness Report for six years in a row.

The South Range Eagles Hall hosts Bingo every Wednesday. All are welcome.

Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Atlantic Mine offers a free supper on the second Wednesday of each month. All are invited to enjoy soup, bread, and a piece of fruit. A vegan option is available.

The Copper Country Recycling Initiative invites you to their monthly meeting at the Portage Lake District Library. For those interested in a virtual option:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87625791109?pwd=cTNmdHJzdWdLcjgyMzFaN293NjliZz09 Meeting ID: 876 2579 1109Passcode: 545830 Telephone:       +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center's Parenting Workshop will explore strategies for learning and problem solving and, how we can help our children to do the same. The parenting workshops are based on award-winning Conscious Discipline. Dinner and childcare will be provided. There is no charge to attend, but advance registration is required. Click here for...

The Alfred Erickson Post 186 of the American Legion will meet at the post home in Hancock. A social hour begins at 6:00, with the meeting at 7:00. The annual booya lunch will be served before the meeting. Members, and prospective veteran members are invited.

The Copper Country Mental Health Support Group meets at the Institute in Houghton. The session is hosted by Dial Help, and is free and confidential. For more information, email MHSGKA@aol.com.

The Baragaland Senior Citizens potluck lunch and learn will feature a speaker from UPCAP. Transportation is available - contact the Senior Center to set up a ride.

Preschool story time meets each Wednesday at 10:30 and Thursday at 1:30 in the children's area at the Portage Lake District Library. Children can enjoy a story, and bring home a take-and-make craft bag.

The Baragaland Senior Center Caregiver’s Support Group meets every other Thursday at 3:00 (unless otherwise announced). Anyone caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's is welcome. For more details, call (906) 524-6711 or (906) 524-6922.

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center playgroup will meet at the Tree House Indoor Playground.Playgroup is for families in the area with children birth through 4 years of age. The playgroups provide an opportunity for children and parents to play in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Morning playgroups are offered in the communities of...

The public is invited to an open skating session at the HOCO.

The Keweenaw County Repeater Association will hold its quarterly meeting at The Hut Restaurant. Anyone interested in amateur (HAM) radio is welcome.

The Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship will host a public forum online about preparing wills, at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, January 12. The speaker is Kathryn Larlee, a lawyer with Legal Services of Northern Michigan, Inc. Larlee will explain the difference between a will and a trust and define a ladybird deed. She’ll provide guidance on planning for medical decision-making...

The South Range Eagles Club hosts polka dances with live music each Sunday. All are welcome.

The public is invited to an open skating session at the HOCO.

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center playgroup will meet at the Tree House Indoor Playground.Playgroup is for families in the area with children birth through 4 years of age. The playgroups provide an opportunity for children and parents to play in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Morning playgroups are offered in the communities of...

The Cribbage League meets each Tuesday at Armando's in Houghton. All ages and skill levels are welcome. To get involved, call or text 906-482-2422, or just show up at a session.

 VetsForJesus is a veteran-led Bible study for veterans and whoever else wants to attend.  Typically, they read a small portion of the Bible and talk about it around the table.

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center playgroup will meet at the Horizons School in Mohawk.Playgroup is for families in the area with children birth through 4 years of age. The playgroups provide an opportunity for children and parents to play in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Morning playgroups are offered in the communities of...

Preschool story time meets each Wednesday at 10:30 and Thursday at 1:30 in the children's area at the Portage Lake District Library. Children can enjoy a story, and bring home a take-and-make craft bag.

The South Range Eagles Hall hosts Bingo every Wednesday. All are welcome.

The Copper Country Intermediate School District Parent Advisory Committee For Special Education will meet in Conference Room B at the CCISD building in Hancock. The meeting may be attended in person, or virtually. Taryn Francis from Special Education Mediation Services will be joining virtually to discuss services they offer. Pizza will be provided to those who attend...

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Western Upper Peninsula Citizens’ Advisory Council is scheduled to hear updates on winter boating access site partnerships, the Michigan moose population research project, snowmobile trail closures and current snowmobile noise regulations.The meeting will take place virtually in a web conference from 6 to 8:30 p.m. ESTAdditional business includes reports...

Preschool story time meets each Wednesday at 10:30 and Thursday at 1:30 in the children's area at the Portage Lake District Library. Children can enjoy a story, and bring home a take-and-make craft bag.

The U.P. Regional Blood Center will hold a blood drive at the Ontonagon Eagles Hall. To learn more or to make an appointment, contact the UPRBC at 906-449-1450.

The Baragaland Senior Center Caregiver’s Support Group meets every other Thursday at 3:00 (unless otherwise announced). Anyone caring for a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer's is welcome. For more details, call (906) 524-6711 or (906) 524-6922.

The Keweenaw Young Professionals group will host a Book Swap at Keweenaw Coffee Works in Calumet. All are welcome.

Omega House's Third Thursday Community Grief Support Group will meet from 5:00-6:00 in person at Omega House, or via Zoom or phone. To reserve a place, or to receive log in and phone information, calling or texting Cynthia at 906-370-6686 or email cynthia.drake@omega-house.org by close of business the day before the meeting.

Clare Zuraw hosts this introduction to one of Finland's iconic heritage instruments, in this Heikinpäivä enrichment class presented by the Finnish American Folk School. The cost is $20, and advance registration is required by January 9th. Click here for details, and to sign up.

The Sustainability Film and Discussion Series features thought-provoking movies and conversation about environmental and related issues.  Films will be shown in Fisher Hall. Everyone is welcome to attend. Each film will be followed by a discussion with refreshments. All films are free. A suggested $5 donation is appreciated and helps to support the continued offering...

The Keweenaw Detachment #1016, Marine Corps League meets on the third Thursday every month at 7:00 pm at the South Range VFW. Marine Corps veterans are invited to attend.

Comedians Austin Robertson and Jake Innarino will perform at Tige's Bar in Mass City. Tickets are $15 each, or four for $40. Proceeds will benefit Ontonagon County Animal Proteaction.

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center playgroup will meet at the Tree House Indoor Playground.Playgroup is for families in the area with children birth through 4 years of age. The playgroups provide an opportunity for children and parents to play in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Morning playgroups are offered in the communities of...

Andy the Apple will lead kids on an exploration of Pat's Foods in L'Anse. Families can take part in a scavenger hunt, and kids can learn about how a grocery store works, and what it sells. This program is presented by the Copper Country Great Start Collaborative.

The Ahmeek Ice Rink will hold a "Hit the Ice While School Is Out" event. All are welcome, at no charge. Jim's Pizza will sell pizza by the slice, with proceeds benefitting the rink

The Iron Baraga Conservation District will host a Winter Tree ID Snowshoe event on Friday, Jan. 17, 9 a.m. -11 p.m. CST at Bewabic State Park and Jan. 24, 10 a.m. - 12 EST at the L’Anse Township Trails. Call Carly Graff at 906-236-5108 or email fap.iron.baraga@macd.org to sign up. Bring snowshoes and dress for...

The Heikinpäivä Hobby Horse Throwdown is a family event celebrating one of Finland's recently-developed traditions. The cost is $5 per family. For information, call 818-606-0065 or email KivajatDancers@gmail.com.

The public is invited to an open skating session at the HOCO.

The Hancock girls basketball teams will hold a returnables drive. Cans and plastic bottles may be dropped off at the school. Glass bottles cannot be accepted.

Kaleidoscope's STEAM Saturdays offer kids ages 5 and up an opportunity to experience hands-on science and art activities. Kaleidoscope staff will be available to assist, and will provide supplemental and complementary activities so that all family members can be engaged in age-appropriate projects. STEAM Saturdays take place at Kaleidoscope's classrooms, on the fourth floor of the Hancock...

Do you have a puukko or a small woodcarving knife that needs a sheath? At this Finnish American Folk School workshop you can learn to make a simple woven birch bark sheath to fit it. The word for sheath in Finnish is tuppi. Historically, there are at least three different ways that the Finnish made...

The Hancock Cold Season Tori is a weekly indoor farm and craft market that is held each Saturday throughout the winter and spring at the Community Hub, featuring local producers and creators.

The L'Anse-Baraga Figure Skating Club's annual Skate-a-thon fundraiser will be held at Meadowbrook Arena. Donations to support the program can be made through any club member.

A People's March will take place on Saturday, January 18, at 1 p.m. to celebrate the US Constitution and Bill of Rights. In Washington, D.C. and across our country, people will be marching to show support for our democracy. Gather at Bridgeview Park in Houghton to hear introductory remarks, then walk to the Portage Lake...

The Memory Loss/Dementia Caregiver Support Group will meet at Canal View. All those caring for someone with memory loss or dementia are welcome.

The Houghton High School Interact Club will hold its annual Fun Day at Houghton Middle School for kids from kindergarten through sixth grade. There will be snacks, games, coloring, swimming in the pool, activities in the gym, and a movie playing in the choir room. The cost is $20.00 for the first child from a...

The Copper Country Humane Society will host another hilarious Raise the Woof Comedy Club at the Rozsa Center. Doors open at 7:30, and the show starts at 8:00 with comedians Aron Woldeslassie and Mike Brody. KBear 102.3's Todd VanDyke will emcee. For details and ticket information, click here.

Enjoy the Swedetown Trails for free all day. From noon until 4, Cross Country Sports will have skis, snowshoes and snowbikes to demo at the chalet. After your snow adventures, warm up in the chalet and enjoy some refreshments provided by the Swedetown Trails Club.

Copper Country Autism Awareness will hold a Family Swim Day at the Holiday Inn Express in Houghton. All families with autistic members are invited.

The Little Gem Community Center in Lake Linden will host an open gym session for kids. The cost is $2. Shoes must be worn in the gym. Waivers are required.

Sauna Week in the Copper Country kicks off with a tour of some of the area's signature installations. To get details and purchase tickets, call 906-281-5671.

The South Range Eagles Club hosts polka dances with live music each Sunday. All are welcome.

A Nature Prayer Service will be held at the Chapel of St. Matthew in Hancock. This is an opportunity to connect with God, nature, and each other in a relaxed setting. Each service has a leader who will guide the service with prayers, readings, and reflection. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

The Chassell Let's Eat community meal will be held at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Service will be indoors and you'll get a chance to meet your neighbors. Take-outs are also available indoors.

The next Let's Eat free community meal will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Hancock. Take-outs are available. Let's Eat free meals are served on the third Sunday of each month, and rotate between the Church of the Resurrection and Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Hancock, and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Chassell.

The public is invited to an open skating session at the HOCO.

The Keweenaw Family Resource Center playgroup will meet at the Tree House Indoor Playground.Playgroup is for families in the area with children birth through 4 years of age. The playgroups provide an opportunity for children and parents to play in an environment that is supportive and nurturing. Morning playgroups are offered in the communities of...

The U.P. Regional Blood Center will hold a blood drive at Chassell High School. Walk-ins are welcome.

The Little Gem Community center will host a kids painting night. The cost is $10, with proceeds supporting the center. Advance registration is required - for details, click here. Concessions will be available to purchase.

The Little Gem Community Center will host a teen night. This event is free for all teens, with concessions available for purchase.