A People’s March will take place on Saturday, January 18, at 1 p.m. to celebrate our US Constitution and Bill of Rights. In Washington, D.C. and across our country, people will be marching to show support for our democracy. Come march with us! We will gather at Bridgeview Park in Houghton to hear introductory remarks, then walk to the Portage Lake Lift Bridge, carrying flags and signs related to Freedom of Speech, Freedom of the Press, Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Assembly, Separation of Powers, and more. LWV signs and attire are okay. (For visibility, signage with letters at least 5 inches in size

The event: Jam Service Winter Carnival Saturday January 18th 2025 from 2pm-7pm across the road from the JAM SERVICE IN LAKE LINDEN in the old carnival grounds. Open to all the public and there is no charge for the event. There will be the following: – sledding hill – snowmobile rides – hot chocolate – hot dogs and other snacks – bonfire – hangout and have a good time Vendors of any sort are welcome. Jam Service  just asks that they contact them just to ensure they have enough room opened up and it is free for them (vendors)  as well.

Nature Prayer Service Sunday, January 19 at 3:00 pm, Chapel of St. Matthew Sunday, February 16 at 3:00 pm, Chapel of St. Matthew Sunday, March 16 at 3:00 pm, Chapel of St. Matthew * The Chapel of St. Matthew is in Hancock, MI on the former campus of Finlandia University. The Nature Prayer Services are opportunities 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.

UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event. Nature Prayer Service Sunday, January 19 at 3:00 pm, Chapel of St. Matthew * The Chapel of St. Matthew is in Hancock, MI on the former campus of Finlandia University. The Nature Prayer Services are opportunities 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.  

Lets Eat Community Meal on January 19 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Hancock ( 4 to 5:30 pm)   Tell all your friends and neighbors about it if you get a chance.  Meals will be served inside and take outs are also available.

Let’s Eat Community Meal – THE MEAL IS FREE   Sunday, January 19th, from 4p – 5:30pm at the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Hancock   Please do your friends and neighbors a favor by telling them about it.

Covington and Surrounding Area Kids Events Meeting   February 1st, 2025 @ 10:00 am at the Covington Multipurpose Building   This meeting will help set the foundation for future child events in the community!  If you’d like to volunteer, and have a voice in new events please come!   If you have any questions please reach out to Amber Delene (906)j 235-4416 There will be snacks

The Emil Aho Memorial Ice Rink in Ahmeek, commonly known as the Ahmeek Ice Rink, has been a community recreational gathering place for nearly 40 years. The rink will host a Grand Opening Ceremony to celebrate the installation of its new boards, a project made possible by the successful fundraising campaign, “Outdoor Recreation for All – Build the Boards Project.”  The event will include a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially unveil the newly revitalized rink.   The event will take place on Friday, February 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the Ahmeek Ice Rink on School Street in Ahmeek, MI.