July 2023 Marquette Monthly

contents

4 City notes

HigHligHts of important Happenings in tHe area

13 on CaMPus

news from U.p Universities & colleges

July 2023

No. 411

Publishers

Jane Hutchens

James Larsen II

Managing editor

Kristy Basolo-Malmsten

Calendar editors

Erin Elliott Bryan

Carrie Usher

graPhiC design

Jennifer Bell

Proofreader Kingsley Agassi

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About the Cover Artist

Spending most of her adult life in Marquette, the many scenes of “home” are a constant source of inspiration for Kathleen Conover. This old tugboat still sits on the Lake Superior shoreline by the upper dock and fits right in with an extensive series of work she has painted, called “Industrial Evolution.” Visit www.KathleenConover.com for originals and giclee reproductions available for purchase.

17 then & now Superior View

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18 New York Times Crossword Puzzle

words, words, words (answers on page 59)

21 feature erin elliott Bryan Kingsford offers centennial events

26 the arts

Brad GiSchia

mary wrigHt celebrated witH beaUmier exHibit

31 loCals andie BalenGer

cardboard artist Has exHibit on display

36 lookout Point alex lehto-clark

local doUlas Help families

41 the arts

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suPerior reads Victor r. Volkman

aUtHor embraces U.p setting in legal tHriller

76 Poetry

After You’re Gone

77 out & about

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erin elliott Bryan & carrie uSher

JUly events and mUsic, art and mUseUm gUides

NMU Vinyl Record Sale set for holiday weekend

The NMU Vinyl Record Club will hold a four-day Vinyl Record Show at Ore Dock Brewing Company from June 29 through July 2. From noon through 11 p.m., the sale will be held in the second-floor community room of Ore Dock Brewing Company in Marquette.

Thousands of new and used vinyl records, CDs, posters, cassettes, books, T-shirts, stickers and gift certificates will be available. Talk with Jon and Geoff about trading old records and tapes for new favorites, or finding an unused media collection a new home.

For details, call or text (906) 3736183. All are welcome at this free, all-ages event.

Ishpeming Area Historical Society announces events

As part of the 150th anniversary for the City Ishpeming, the Ishpeming Area Historical Society announced a group of events to honor the occasion.

A big-screen viewing of “Anatomy of Murder” will take place at 6:30 p.m. on June 29 at Peterson Auditorium. Released exactly 64 years ago, an anniversary viewing of Anatomy of a Murder will be free of charge, with donations accepted. View a curated selection of items from Northern Michigan University in the lobby. There will be guest speakers before the screening.

Learn more about some of Ishpeming’s citizens during Ishpeming Cemetery Tours, including Fredrick Braastad, John W. Jochim and A.A. Anderson. Tours begin June 30 at 3 p.m. Regular tours start at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 11, continuing every Tuesday through August. Meet at Ishpeming Cemetery sexton’s office. Walking tours take about one hour, and are canceled if it rains. Cost is a $10 donation for adults, $5 for students ages 12 to 17 and free for children younger than 12.

The Ishpeming Area Historical Society Museum is open for the season, located on the third floor of the Historic Gossard Building, on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Marquette to host laser show during Fourth festivities

Travel Marquette announced a new Fourth of July Laser Show coming to the Upper Peninsula this summer. Visitors and locals alike are in-

city notes

vited to celebrate Independence Day in Marquette County and witness the night sky light up with red, white and blue lasers at this first-ever event.

The holiday laser light show, in partnership with Fresh Coast Light Lab, will take place on Monday, July 3, synchronized with a traditional firework display and again on Tuesday, July 4, as a solo display. The shows will begin at 10:40 p.m. at Mattson Lower Harbor Park, an open and welcoming area where guests can comfortably enjoy the show above Lake Superior.

The 1,200-foot-long and 50-foothigh light show will debut as the largest architectural laser show in North America as well as the destination’s first summer laser show.

The show will provide a magical ambiance as the sky comes alive with bursts of laser lights. Spectators are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs and picnic baskets to fully enjoy the show in comfort.

Seventy-fifth annual festival celebrates strawberries

The 75th annual Copper Country Strawberry Festival will be held July 7 and 8 this year.

The festival is held at the Chassell Township Park, put on by the Chas-

sell Lions Club. Celebrate the world’s tastiest strawberries in Chassell with parades, a dance, entertainment, family activities, a craft fair, a fish boil, the crowning of the Strawberry Queen, and delicious strawberry shortcake.

Strawberries have been an important part of the Chassell economy since the early 1920s and ’30s. In 1934, local growers discovered that the Copper Country market would no longer absorb their crop. At the time, a successful berry shipping organization had been in operation in Bayfield, Wisconsin.

In the mid 1930s, a group of growers went to Bayfield to learn how to set up and run such an operation. From these efforts, the Copper Country Strawberry Growers Association was founded in mid-1936.

Festivities begin at 9 a.m. on Friday and run through midnight. Breakfast starts at 7 a.m. on Saturday, and events continue through 5 p.m. For details and a complete schedule of events, visit coppercountrystrawberryfestival.com.

History center offers walking tour of Marquette fires

The Marquette Regional History Center will offer “Burn Baby Burn: The Infernos of Downtown

mea culpa!

Marquette” at 6:30 p.m. on July 12.

This downtown walking tour led by Jim Koski will delve into how Downtown Marquette was shaped by fires big and small. Walk to the sites where fire changed the city, hear stories of forgotten tragedies and optimistic regrowth, and find out how those blazes shaped the downtown of today. Meet at the History Center; cost is a $5 suggested donation.

For details, visit www.marquettehistory.org or call (906) 226-3571.

Music festival set for July 14 & 15 in Baraga County

The 45th annual Aura Jamboree

will be held July 14 and 15 in L’Anse.

The event will feature traditional, folk, bluegrass, ethnic, classical and country & western music featuring more than 50 musicians from around the Midwest.

Music and dance will take place from 5 p.m. to midnight on Friday and from 10 a.m. to midnight on Saturday.

Two-day admission buttons are $15 each, with ages 13 to 17 at only $5. Children 12 and younger enter for free. Enjoy pasties, hotdogs, fry bread and other food and beverages.

The event takes place in the Historic Aura Community Hall, located at 13759 Townline Road in L’Anse.

For details, visit www.facebook. com/Aurahalljamboree.

Annual Copper Harbor car show details

announced

The 19th Annual Keweenaw Tour & Car Show will take place on July 15.

The cruise starts at noon in Calumet, and ends in Copper Harbor, where the car show runs from 1 to 6 p.m., with live music by Rewind from 2 to 6 p.m.

For details, visit the Keweenaw Cruisers Facebook page.

Keweenaw history events scheduled throughout July

Several Keweenaw history sites will offer presentations in July.

In Eagle Harbor, the Adventures in History Series put on by the Keweenaw County Historical Society will offer “The Bon Voyage Packet Steamer.” Join MTU Professor Emeritus and retired USCG Master Stephen Roblee

to explore the mystery of the disastrous 1901 fire aboard the Bon Voyage. The event is at 7 p.m. on July 12 in the Eagle Harbor Community Building.

On Wednesday, July 19 at the Central Mine Site, the Adventures in History Series will offer “How a Scribbler Bends & Blends Time, Memory & History into Fiction.” Acclaimed Michigan author Joseph Heywood will present 7 p.m. at the Central Mine Methodist Church off US-41 north of Phoenix.

At the Delaware Mine on Tuesday, July 25, “Delaware Mine Archaeological Explorations” will be offered. Meet onsite of a field study investigating the history of mining at Delaware location with MTU Professor Carl Blair to learn about their findings. The event is at 7 p.m. at 7804 Delaware Rd, off US-41.

Cost for each event is $6 for the public, and $5 for KCHS members. For details, visit www.keweenaw history.org.

Experience living history at Fort Wilkins State Park

Watch the history at Fort Wilkins State Park come to life through August 12 during its living history summer program. Audiences can engage in active learning experiences that appeal to visitors of all ages.

The living history program transforms the historic site into what one visitor once called “a meaningful interaction with the past.”

Fort Wilkins began its living history or role-playing program in 1976. Every word said on the base by the actors, including the least bit of gossip, is based on historical research. Interpreters continuously work to build on interpretations. They begin each day with research and review of historically accurate data.

The interpreters are college students working in their field of study and gaining professional field experience working for DNR, Michigan History Center Museums and Historic Sites.

Free public Eagle Mine tours underway for the summer

Free public tours of Eagle Mine and the Humboldt Mill will take place on Thursdays throughout the sum-

mer. Tours at Eagle Mine will start at 9 a.m. at the Information Center in downtown Marquette. From there, participants will be transported to the mine site for a surface tour and a stop at the Water Treatment Plant. The mine tour does not include an underground component.

The mill tour will begin at 10 a.m. and participants will meet at the mill site. The tour is a walking tour throughout various areas of the mill. Both tours require reservations which can be booked at eaglemine.com/ tours.

For more information, call the Eagle Mine Information Center at (906) 273-1550.

Great Lakes Recovery sets annual Run for Recovery

Great Lakes Recovery Center’s (GLRC) 16th Annual Run for Recovery will take place on July 19.

The event will occur simultaneously in three different Upper Peninsula communities – L’Anse, Marquette and Sault Ste. Marie. In its 16th year, the Run for Recovery includes both a 5K and 10K run, along with a 5K walk. Registration starts at 5 p.m., with the race and walk starting at 6 p.m.

GLRC is happy to introduce Jeff Olson as the Honorary Captain of this year’s Run for Recovery. Olson, of the Do It For Daniel mental health awareness campaign, will share his story to help end the stigma surrounding mental health, while encouraging people who struggle to seek help. Olson’s presentation will take place in Marquette and will be broadcast to the L’Anse and Sault Ste. Marie event locations for all registrants to see.

Proceeds from this year’s Run for Recovery will benefit GLRC’s Compassionate Care Fund. The Compassionate Care Fund helps to cover the cost of GLRC services for individuals who do not have other means to pay.

GLRC strives to empower recovery through hope and change and offers a variety of behavioral health services across the U.P., including substance use treatment, mental health services, prevention programming, medical services, foster care recruitment and offender success programming.

Those interested in participating in the event can register at: www.runsignup.com/Race/MI/Cities/GLRCRunforRecovery. To learn more about GLRC, visit www.greatlakesrecovery. org or call (906) 228-9696.

History center offers ‘Hamlet’ in Globe-style setting

The Marquette Regional History Center and Upper Peninsula Shakespeare Festival present a collab-

Photos in “A Shining Light” on Pages 22 through 27 of our June 2023 issue were incorrectly attributed to the author of the story, when they actually were courtesy of Danielle Pemble. We regret the error.

orative fundraiser.

“The Play’s the Thing” encompasses political intrigue and sexual obsession, philosophical reflection and violent action, tragic depth and wild humor, Hamlet is Shakespeare’s “poem unlimited,” a colossus in the story of the English language and the fullest expression of his genius.

Set to be a collaborative fundraiser for both the Marquette Regional History Center and Upper Peninsula Shakespeare Festival, Hamlet will take place, thrust-style, in the rotunda of the History Center with audiences on risers or looking down from the balcony upon the action in true Globe Theatre fashion.

This production will not only feature beloved local professionals, but also classically trained actors brought into the U.P. from around the country to perform in the Bard’s arguably most esteemed play.

Performances will be held at 7:30 p.m. on August 4, 5, 10, 11 & 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Marquette Regional History Center.

Tickets are on sale now by calling (906) 226-3571, visiting www.marquettehistory.org or in person at the Marquette Regional History Center. Limited seats are available per show, so advanced ticket ordering is recommended.

MarQuest plans first Battle of Banded Iron LARP event

MarQuest is hosting their inaugural event just outside Marquette at the Halfway Village on CR-550 on Saturday, September 23.

The Battle of Banded Iron will be an immersive, role-playing experience complete with medieval combat, quests, crafts, live music, camping, food and drinks. Join the legendary storyline as two factions face off in the world of Ferös. The Enclave of Blood & Stone and The Order of The Gilded Sun will battle under the unwavering gaze of the gods as well as “The Council.” Aiding in the clash will be a group of non-combatant healers known as The House of The Silver Barb. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.

The Battle of Banded Iron is a ticketed event for age 21 and older. Tickets include one night of camping, one meal, crafts, live music and the full medieval experience. Participants will choose their factions when they purchase their tickets. Tent and car camping only. Visit the website at www. Marquestlarp.com for more info.

Marquest is a small group of individuals passionate about Medieval Fantasy in the Marquette area. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram @ Marquestlarp as well as join their community on Discord at MarQuest.

Downtown Marquette Social District officially open Marquette

Downtown Development Authority (DDA) has officially opened the Downtown Marquette Social District.

The Downtown Marquette Social District will operate Monday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The boundaries are set to include any Downtown Marquette bar or restau-

Start the Cycle awarded grant

The West End Health Foundation awarded Start The Cycle, a local non-profit dedicated to fostering confidence and self-esteem among youth in Marquette County through winter fat tire biking and summer mountain biking, with a Special Event Grant of $10,000. The West End Health Foundation is proud to support the mission of Start the Cycle, providing them over $60,000 in grants and sponsorships over the years. Shown, from left, are Andrea Jackson, West End Health Foundation Board Member; Laura MacDonald, Start The Cycle Executive Director; Tom Edmark, West End Health Foundation President; Lea Dziesinski, Start The Cycle Board Treasurer and Mentor; and Kori Bjorne, West End Health Foundation Secretary. Start the Cycle will use the funds to acquire two bicycles for their annual bike raffle.

rant with an on-premise liquor license so that they may choose to participate in the Social District. A current list of participating businesses can be found at the Marquette DDA website. This website also includes a Social Dis-

trict map, all rules and reminders for those who will be participating, and any special announcements that may come up involving the Downtown Marquette Social District.

Members of the public who would

like to partake in the Downtown Marquette Social District will need to visit a participating business, purchase a Social District beverage in a specially marked container, and consume that beverage outside, within the Social District boundaries.

Social District beverage containers will have a sticker denoting where it was purchased as well as a sticker showing that its specifically for the Social District, with the option for a date and time stamp. Containers are one-time use only, and extra trash receptacles have been placed around the district to help with easy disposal.

The public is reminded that participating in the Social District is for those who are 21 years of age and older, and public drunkenness is still against the law.

For details, contact Mike at (906) 228-9475, ext. 104 or Mike@downtownmarquette.org.

Yoopers United to Host Summer Volunteer Program!

United Way of Marquette County has started a Yoopers United Summer Volunteer Program. This event aims to encourage more people to get involved and engaged in their community this summer while winning some great prizes.

The program will run for six weeks, ending on August 5. Participants will be able to get points for their volunteer hours each week. Winners will be chosen weekly based on each participant’s total number of points. There will also be a grand prize drawing for all participants who earn at least 10 points throughout the six-week program. Participants will be separated into two age categories, 13 through 17, and 18 and older. If interested, get started by going to the Yoopers United website and signing up.

The goal of this program is to help spread the word about what Yoopers United and United Way of Marquette County do for the community, as well as get people excited about helping others.

For more information about the Summer Volunteer Challenge visit www.yoopersunited.com/summervolunteer-program or check the Yoopers United and United Way of Marquette County social media pages.

U.P. State Fair announces part of grandstand line-up

The U.P. State Fair announced four of their musical acts scheduled for the grandstand this year.

Country artist Jackson Dean will perform at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15. The popular ’80s cover band, The Glam Band, will take stage at 7 p.m.

on Wednesday, August 16, along with Helen DeBaker-Vorce of Delta County.

The band Night Ranger will take perform at 8 p.m. on Friday, August 18. National rock band Switchfoot will play at 8 p.m. on Saturday, August 19. For details, visit www.upstatefair.net.

Superior Health Foundation grant deadline approaching

The Superior Health Foundation has begun accepting grant applications for its Fall 2023 funding cycle.

Eligibility information and on-line application forms are available on the SHF’s website at www.superiorhealthfoundation.org. Applications will be accepted through July 3.

The Superior Health Foundation’s Grants Committee will review the applications and will make its recommendations to the SHF Board of Directors at its September board meeting.

The Superior Health Foundation is interested in receiving grant applications for health-centered projects or equipment purchases. In the past, the average fall grant award has been between $10,000 and $15,000.

For more information, contact the SHF at (906) 225-6914 or email shf@ superiorhealthfoundation.org.

Marquette airport now offers two-class services

Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport is now providing first class air carrier service with both Delta and American Airlines. Travelers will now be treated with two-class passenger service for all flights. Currently Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport is the only Upper Peninsula airport providing this level of air service.

Marquette Sawyer Regional Airport and staff want to thank the traveling public for their continued loyalty. Visit www.sawyerairport.com for more information on the new name, upcoming flight schedules, and other available travel services.

Jacobetti Veterans Home receives full funding

Governor

Gretchen Whitmer announced that the Marquette Veterans Home is fully funded to serve 100 veterans after securing state and federal funding. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) State Veterans Home Construction Grant Program has provided $63.4 million in fiscal year 2023 funding for the construction of a new state veteran home to replace the D.J. Jacobetti Home, located in Marquette.

“Michiganders who served our

Pasty ArtPrize

Main Street Calumet’s Pasty Fest 2023 announced the world’s first Pasty ArtPrize Competition sponsored by Visit Keweenaw. Artists from across the Upper Peninsula have an opportunity to submit pasty-themed artwork. The pieces and installations will be displayed in local Calumet businesses, allowing customers and community members to explore Calumet’s gorgeous, historic downtown and vote on their favorite pieces. The voting period will last for 30 days, and the top three pieces will be announced on August 19. The first place winner will receive $300 in Keweenaw Cash. The competition gives individuals the opportunity to express their connections to pasties in a unique way. For details, visit www.mainstreetcalumet.com/pasty-fest.html or email leah@mainstreetcalumet.com.

nation in uniform deserve access to safe, affordable housing and I am proud that we have secured funding to build a new veterans home in the UP,” said Governor Whitmer. “This new facility will offer quality longterm care for veterans in the U.P. and ensure they get access to the resources they need to thrive. I am grateful to the VA and state legislators on both sides of the aisle for their efforts to get this done. Let’s keep working together to support our veterans.”

The total investment for this project is $97.6 million ($63.4 million federal/$34.2 million state). The State of Michigan included $34.2 million in funding for the project in their fiscal year 2022-2023 budget.

The new home in Marquette will be similar in design to Michigan Veteran Homes at Chesterfield Township and Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids, incorporating award-winning best practices of home-like long-term care design and construction.

The new home will serve more than 100 veteran members who will live in three unique neighborhood buildings that provide each veteran member with their own bedroom and bathroom and common gathering and kitchen spaces. These neighborhoods

will connect to a community center with clinical and therapeutic services and amenities like a barbershop and salon and café bistro.

Community Foundation announces grant recipients

The Community Foundation of Marquette County, including five affiliate funds for Negaunee, Big Bay, Greater Ishpeming, Marquette and Gwinn Area, announced the distribution of $120,000 in grants through its annual competitive grant program.

The grant recipients represent a diverse range of organizations driving positive change across a wide spectrum of community needs including childcare, workforce development, arts and culture, public spaces and many others.

The projects range from cold food storage at Partridge Creek Farm, to feminine hygiene products for schools through The Queen’s Heart of Marquette, as well as caregiver and senior support groups with the Caregivers Incentive Project.

Because of this grant funding, Negaunee High School Band Backers will be able to replace marching band uniforms, and Citizens for a Safe and Clean Lake Superior will work with Big Bay Stewardship Council and

Powell Township to create pocket parks in Big Bay.

Grants awarded to heritage programs in the Keweenaw

The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission announced that this year’s Keweenaw Heritage Grant program has awarded $125,963 in funding for various historic preservation, interpretation, education, and curatorial projects covering an area stretching from Copper Harbor to the Porcupine Mountains. Projects ranged from: building and historic resource repair and maintenance, interactive displays, visitor accessibility improvements, collections digitization and management, and educational field trips. Since 2008, the Keweenaw Heritage Grant program has awarded nearly $2 million to owners and operators of historic properties and providers of history programs in support of projects that further the preservation and interpretation of the story of copper on the Keweenaw Peninsula.

To learn more about the program and whether your organization/property qualifies for future grant cycles, please contact Sean at (906) 483-3040 or sean_gohman@partner.nps.gov.

U.P. fairs received grant funding for renovations

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) announced that 23 county fairs and expositions across the state were selected for over $1.5 million in available grant funds to make needed building and other capital improvements on their fairground facilities; including, but not limited to structural improvements or other renovations to buildings. U.P. recipients include:

• Alger County Fair: Improvements to the Horse Arena, $24,388

• Houghton County Fair Association: Exhibit Building Addition, $100,000

• Iron County Fair Association:

Fairgrounds Electrical Upgrades Project, $49,626

These grants provide financial support for awards in the form of premiums or promotional activities of the livestock and commodity expositions, fairs and festivals.

Author seeks U.P. poetry submissions for anthology

Raymond Luczak, a Yooper (from Ironwood and Houghton) and author/editor of 30 books, is seeking new work for a new poetry anthology about experiencing Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, which Modern History Press (MHP) will publish in the summer of 2024.

Since 2017, MHP has published 28 books, in all genres, about the U.P. and is becoming known as a powerhouse press in the region.

Luczak’s own canon includes “Compassion, Michigan: The Ironwood Stories,” “Chlorophyll: Poems about Michigan’s Upper Peninsula” and autobiographical works about growing up in the U.P., with titles such as “Assembly Required” and “once upon a twin.”

Writers may submit new poems of any length up to 12 pages. Reprints may be considered with proper credits noted, but new work is preferred. In some discernible way, poems should primarily focus on the experience of being a Yooper. A goal of the anthology is to look beyond the natural beauty of the U.P. and include the experience of rural and town life.

The deadline is December 31. Additional consideration will be given to poems that arrive prior to the deadline. Submissions and questions should be addressed to Raymond at yooper poetry@gmail.com.

Protect your pets as temperatures rise this summer

As temperatures rise into the 90s in many parts of the state, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is

DiD You Know...

What are five introduced crops to the U.P.?

Beginning in the 1600s, the French introduced apples and pears to the region while the English brought potatoes — which were avoided by the French. The Finns and Swedes introduced rutabaga, which was commercially grown into the 1960s, and finally celery was cultivated at Newberry from the 1880s until the end of World War II.

Submitted by Dr. Russell M. Magnaghi, history professor emeritus of NMU and a U.P. author and historian.

reminding owners of some of the best ways to keep animals cool and safe.

• Let it Flow: Provide unlimited cool clean, fresh water — Just like people, animals can quickly get parched in hot temperatures. No matter the species, animals should have access to unlimited cool, clean, fresh water to prevent dehydration.

• Know Their Limits: An animal’s ability to tolerate heat varies — An animal’s age, breed, type of coat, and health history can all play a role in their ability to tolerate the heat. Keep an eye on them for signs of heat stress such as increased panting or drooling and being more lethargic. If they are showing these signs, it is time to immediately move them to a cooler area.

• Happy Paws: Test surfaces to make sure they won’t burn paws — Surfaces like asphalt, concrete, and sand can really heat up in the sun, which can burn paws — or at least make a walk very uncomfortable. To test if a surface is too hot, touch it with the palm of your hand. If it is too hot for you, consider taking a different route that is mostly grass or waiting until the evening when everything has had a chance to cool.

• Get in Gear: Parked vehicles are not places to park pets — Even when temperatures feel more moderate, vehicles can heat up very quickly, creating dangerous conditions for the animals left inside. Leaving windows cracked open and/or parking in the shade do little to improve the situation. In these conditions, it is best to leave pets at home when you need to go out and about.

• A Place to Chill: Make sure animals have a place to cool down — Animals know when they are too hot and will usually try to find a place where they can cool down. Make sure they have access to shade, fans, misters, pools, cooling mats, and/or air-conditioned spaces to help them stay comfortable.

New nonprofit cultivating healthy soil and food

Partridge Creek Compost has announced their arrival on the local food system scene as a newly formed sister non-profit (and revenue stream) to Partridge Creek Farm, under the stewardship of Partridge Creek Farm’s founder Dan Perkins.

While Partridge Creek Farm continues to go deep with its local mission, providing education, outreach, and access to fresh and healthy foods, Partridge Creek Compost has recognized the tremendous potential to make an impact to waste diversion and soil health on a broader scale. The decision to establish Partridge Creek

Compost as an independent nonprofit allows both organizations to pursue their unique goals more effectively.

Bay College, SVSU expand nursing program offerings

Bay College and Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) will collaborate to expand nursing education opportunities and grow the talent pool of nurses in the Upper Peninsula through a partnership supported by a grant from the State of Michigan.

Bay College will receive a $2 million grant to administer a program in collaboration with SVSU for nurses to complete their bachelor’s degrees. Under the agreement, students who complete an Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) at Bay can earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from SVSU’s fully accredited program.

With this financial support, Bay College will further develop nursing facilities, improve simulation equipment and experiences, increase student support services and increase the Nursing Learning Assistant support that will help with student success.

By empowering students in Bay College’s associate degree program to work concurrently toward a bachelor’s degree from SVSU, the partnership will streamline the pathway to a bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Bay College and SVSU expect to begin enrolling students through the new partnership next fall, starting classes in August 2023. Anyone with questions on the SVSU BSN pathway should contact Bay College’s Allied Health Department at (906) 217-4090.

Kall Morris, Inc. receives award for space station tech

Kall Morris, Inc. (KMI) received a contract from the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space to conduct in-space demonstration of the proprietary REACCH technology aboard the International Space Sataion.

KMI, an orbital debris remediation company co-founded by three Northern Michigan University (NMU) alumni, announced the award of a contract from the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) to conduct an in-space demonstration of KMI’s patented and exclusive REACCH technology in the International Space Station.

The results of this demonstration will further enable REACCH for its critical mission of orbital debris collection. The threat of orbital debris is growing exponentially, threatening the critical in-space infrastructure the world depends on.

Debris collisions are occurring

more often, with any one piece of debris capable of destroying an important satellite or striking a defunct rocket body. Any collision could set off a cascade of lethal shards of debris that unstopped could block humanity’s access to space.

REACCH is a mechanically articulated end effector with a novel combination of previously-validated technologies in electrostatic and gecko adhesion to enable soft and secure capture of objects in space.

More specifics about the timeframe of the demonstration and selected launch will be made available at a future time. More information is available through the company website, by following KMI on social media @kallmorris, and joining the conversation in and essential partnerships around the world, all aligned toward keeping space clear for all. Learn more at www.kallmorris.com.

North County Trail board seeking applicants

The Marquette Area Chapter of the North Country Trail is seeking applicants for positions on Board of Directors.

Board members serve a minimum of one (1) two-year term, attend and are prepared for monthly board meetings on the first Thursday of every month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

This is a working board where each member takes on responsibilities to promote and/or maintain the trail. These tasks can be matched to interests and skills and include community engagement, administrative tasks, trail work, social media outreach, serving as a hike leader and other activities. Email mac@northcountrytrail.org for details.

Emergency services grant program open through July 7

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) workforce grants to provide funding for scholarships and grants for EMS students.

The focus of the program is to continue to expand the workforce development program for training people in emergency medical services to address the critical shortage of EMS personnel statewide through scholarships and grants for EMS students.

MDHHS has identified two allowable uses for the funding:

• Traditional grants limited to $2,000 per EMT student and $20,000 per paramedic student to cover tuition and fees for training at a Michigan-approved education program.

• Hourly reimbursement for time spent in EMS training programs at a rate of $15/hour, up to a maximum of $16,000 per paramedic student or $3,000 per EMT student.

Applications must be submitted electronically through the EGrAMS program by 3 p.m. on July 7.

News & Notes from the desk of U.S. Senator Stabenow

• U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Michigan), co-chair of the U.S. Senate Great Lakes Task Force, announced that the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works passed her provision requiring the Biden Administration to work with Canada on an alternative location to permanently store nuclear waste. Stabenow’s provision, which passed as part of the ADVANCE Act of 2023, requires the Nuclear Regulatory Commission to provide an update to Congress on engagement between the Commission and the Government of Canada regarding nuclear waste storage in the Great Lakes Basin.

From the desk of Governor

Gretchen Whitmer

• Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Brittany Bulleit to the 12th Circuit Court for Baraga, Houghton and Keweenaw counties. Bulleit is the Houghton County prosecutor. She previously served as the chief assistant prosecutor in Houghton County for 10 years, and as a judicial advisory assistant on the Genesee County Circuit Court before that. Bulleit formerly served on the board for Copper Country Habitat for Humanity and is vice president of Houghton Hancock Lions Club.

• Whitmer announced the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will begin resurfacing work and other safety improvements to US-41/M-28 in Marquette County. Motorists should expect shoulder and single-lane closures. Some of the paving will take place at night to reduce traffic impacts. Individual crossovers will be closed for rebuilding, though alternating crossovers will be left open. This project is estimated to end in September.

• Whitmer announced Make it in Michigan, a comprehensive economic strategy to keep winning projects, invest in people from pre-K through postsecondary, and revitalize places in every region of the state. As Michigan celebrates 18 months of strong economic development work with over $16 billion of projects and 16,000 jobs secured, the state must keep its foot on the accelerator to lead

the future of advanced manufacturing, improve educational outcomes and workforce development, and improve quality of life in every region.

• Whitmer established the Growing Michigan Together Council to develop a statewide strategy aimed at making Michigan a place everyone wants to call home by attracting and retaining talent, improving education throughout the state, upgrading and modernizing transportation and water infrastructure to meet 21st century needs, and continuing Michigan’s economic momentum.

• Whitmer signed an executive order establishing Michigan’s LGBTQ+ Commission. The commission will address issues facing Michigan’s LGTBQ+ community, including health, safety, and economic opportunity, with the goal of making the state a place where anyone can build a bright future.

Local business news...in brief

• New business Modern Drift boutique, located at 803 N. Teal Lake Ave. in Negaunee recently had its grand opening.

• Super One Foods in Negaunee celebrated its grand re-opening after renovations were completed in June.

• Northern Michigan University professor and alumna Jes Thompson is one of 15 new members appointed to the National Park System Advisory Board by U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland.

• Northern Michigan University Biology Professor Neil Cumberlidge received The Crustacean Society Excellence in Research Award (TCSERA), a prestigious honor given to colleagues who have significantly advanced the field of carcinology or crab biology.

• The Diocese of Marquette announced the ordination of Deacon Matthew Chartier at St. Peter Cathedral in Marquette; he was accepted as a seminarian for the Diocese of Mar-

Annual photo contest underway

The

Contest will be returning this year as a partnership between SNWR and Erickson Center for the Arts 906 Festival. The deadline for submission is August 1. Up to five entries per person may be submitted in no more than three per category, with exception of the youth category. Photos may depict subject matter in any of the following categories: Wildlife, Public Use/Recreation, Landscape, Plants/Plantlike Organisms, Special Assignments (changes annually): Bugs, Youth (17 and under). The photos will be displayed and voted on at the Erickson Center during the 906 Festival. Prizes will be awarded in people’s choice and a juried contest at the festival. For details, visit www.ericksoncenter.org.

quette in 2015 and his home parish is St. Barbara in Vulcan.

• Discover Chiropractic celebrated its 17-year anniversary at its new location, 1208 N. Third Street in Marquette; Discover Chiropractic also offers on-site massage therapy, digital X-ray and bike fittings using Retul’s motion capture technology.

• The Vault Hotel in Houghton was ranked second of the top three hotels, motels & resorts above the bridge (Mackinac) by www.MyNorth.com.

• Eastern Regional Forester Gina Owens announced the selection of Shannon Rische as the forest supervisor for the Hiawatha National Forest, where she has served as acting forest supervisor since January 2023.

• Provisions MQT celebrated its

one-year anniversary with its official grand opening; the establishment’s small-batch artisan gelato, complemented by locally sourced baked goods, can be found at 401 S. Lakeshore Blvd. in Marquette.

• Kyle Griffin is the recipient of Michigan Tech’s 2023 Distinguished Teaching Award in the Teaching Professor/Professor of Practice/Assistant Professor category.

• Greg Toutant of Negaunee was appointed to the Michigan Opioids Task Force; he is executive director at Great Lakes Recovery Centers, Inc.

• Mark Bomberg of Gladstone has been named to the state Commission on Services to the Aging; he is retired director of the Long-Term Care Division at UPCAP.

• The Greater Ishpeming-Negaunee Area Chamber of Commerce has hired Samantha LaJeunesse as its next executive; she will succeed Bob Hendrickson, who will be leaving to work for the Iron Ore Heritage Recreation Authority.

• The Keweenaw Dark Sky Park was awarded Tourism Project of the Year by Visit Keweenaw. MM

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Two Books announces 2023

selections

The Two Books Two Communities committee is pleased to announce its 2023 selections: “Chevy in the Hole,” a novel set in Flint by Kelsey Ronan; and “A Psalm for the Wild-Built,” a “solar punk” sci-fi novella set on a rewilding moon by Becky Chambers.

The Two Books Two Communities program fosters a sense of community by bringing together Northern Michigan University and Marquette and Alger County readers. Community members can add these titles to their summer reading lists in order to join the conversation at related events this fall.

“Chevy in the Hole” is described as a gorgeous and unflinching love letter to Flint and the resilience of its people. The novel follows August “Gus” Molloy after he moved back to his hometown to battle his issues with substance use, as well as stories from his and his friend’s families woven throughout the narrative.

“A Psalm for the Wild-Built” is the first book in the Monk and Robot book series. The story takes place centuries into the future, years after the robots of Panga gained self-awareness and laid down their tools, leaving them wandering en masse. Eventually, the robots became nothing more than urban legend, until a tea monk’s life was upended by a robot seeking to answer

a question: “What do people need?”

“We chose ‘Chevy in the Hole’ because it addresses so many issues that concern people in Michigan — the demise of the auto industry, the Flint water crisis, addiction and recovery, urban gardening and food deserts,” said Lynn Domina, committee chair of Two Books Two Communities.

“It’s a character-driven literary novel that invites all kinds of readers in. ‘A Psalm for the Wild-Built,’ on the other hand, is science fiction, a genre we haven’t featured in several years. It’s futuristic, but unlike many futuristic books, it’s not dystopian. Instead, it envisions a hopeful future emerging from destruction that occurs after heavy industrialization. Hope is the link between the two books, and hope is our overriding theme this year.”

Ronan will talk about “Chevy in the Hole” at the Munising School Public Library on September 27 and at NMU on September 28. Other events planned so far include a general discussion of the books at Peter White Public Library on October 3, and a virtual presentation from Chambers on “A Psalm for the Wild-Built” on October 10.

The events are free and open to the public. Find updated information on Two Books Two Communities at www.nmu.edu/onebook/twobooks. MM

MTU professor gets award for cancer research

Michigan Tech’s Paul Goetsch is a recent National Science Foundation CAREER Award recipient whose five-year more than $1 million project will add to the body of knowledge about cancer biology.

“It’s my long-term goal to use this knowledge to develop new anti-cancer therapeutics or a novel diagnostic method aimed to detect early cancer development,” he said.

Goetsch, assistant professor of biological sciences, is a member of Michigan Tech’s Health Research Institute.

“What keeps me going back to the lab is just wanting to understand how the cells in our bodies work when everything is going right,” he said. “Unfortunately, what works correctly can also go sideways in any biological system. In humans, breakdown of cell identity is most commonly associated with cancer.”

Goetsch’s CAREER Award is one of three awarded to Michigan Techfaculty during this funding cycle. One of the most prestigious acknowledgments of early-career faculty, it recognizes and supports their abilities to serve as education role models.

Goetsch is especially focused on inspiring a new generation of undergraduate researchers who enroll in his

genetics lab course.

“Not only are we going to get into the weeds about genetics and cellular identity, but the students will gain hands-on experience with technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, RNA interference and even learn the tools researchers use to browse genomes,” he said.

Another component of this project is that it incorporates some curriculum from the Genomics Education Partnership (GEP), a national group of researchers from 200-plus institutions aiming to better prepare life science students in fields of bioinformatics and genomics.

“We’re still riding the ‘genomic revolution’ that launched from completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003,” he said. “Twenty years later, genomics and the methods to deal with the massive amounts of biological information, called bioinformatics, touch upon all aspects of life science work. All the research I do culminates in gaining a genomic perspective of the changes that result from breakdown of cell identity, and this project aims to offer students a look ‘under the hood’ as my research team tackles our complex research questions.”

Michigan Tech professor Paul Geotsch received a $1 million award to research cancer biology and develop anti-cancer therapeutics. (Photo courtesy of MTU)

Bay now offers credit for industry experience

Designed for adult learners who have real-world, life experiences and skill sets, Bay College’s BayFlex Programs are awarding credit for industry credentials.

This program recognizes the knowledge and skills that individuals have and the industry credentials they may have already earned that can now be applied towards earning a college certificate or degree. It is a more flexible and responsive option for adult learners, and incredibly valuable for both the learner and employer.

Bay College has received official approval by their accreditor, The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), to deliver their first Competency Based Education (CBE) approved program starting in Fall 2023. CBE is changing the way colleges across the country deliver academic coursework and learning outcomes within higher education, and Bay College is leading the way in the State of Michigan with their new Flex Program options.

The first BayFlex Program is the Water Technology Certificate, which is available starting this Fall 2023 semester to support the needs of water professionals. The program was well positioned to prepare and present the Water Technology Certificate to the HLC for consideration.

Troy Gallagher, lead Water Technology Instructor at Bay College, has been working with industry partners for several years to support the needs of water professionals.

“People working in the field with experience need a more flexible option to utilize that experience towards earning college credits and ultimately their college degree,” Gallagher said. “The new BayFlex Water Program will allow current water professionals to move through coursework at a faster rate while applying what they already know using a modular approach.”

People who are already in the workforce have the ability to enter into college courses and move through courses at a pace that supports what they already know.

Bay College is one of only two community colleges in the State of Michigan now approved for CBE. Jackson Community College was the first community college in the State of Michigan to receive HLC approval. Bay College is the now the second institution.

The landscape of higher education

continues to be studied and aligned to meet the ever-changing needs of our workforce.

“Bay College has always been a leader in providing students with access and support to help them reach their educational goals,” said Cindy Carter, Vice President of Business, Technology, Allied Health and Workforce Training at Bay College. “CBE is a game-changer in providing students with a new way to earn their college credential.”

The project took a while to get off the ground, however.

“We started the work of preparing our HLC application just over a year ago in May 2022,” Carter said. “It has been a long process, but this approval shows Bay College is once again a leader in moving higher education opportunities forward for students across our region.”

The opportunity to deliver a Water Technology Flex Program also provided Bay College with the opportunity to expand how industry credentials can be applied towards a student’s college transcript and time to completion.

“As Bay College was working to receive HLC approval, the Michigan Community College Association (MCCA) was enhancing the States online system to support individuals who have earned industry credentials and applying them towards college credits,” Carter said.

The Michigan Transfer Network has existed in Michigan for many years. Through their online system, students can easily see how credits transfer between colleges and universities within the State of Michigan.

MCCA has been working the past year to expand the service of the Michigan Transfer Network website to include Industry Credentials. With just a few clicks, people can now see how community colleges in Michigan will recognize and award credit for nationally recognized credentials. There are hundreds of professional certifications and credentials that exist that people have obtained either on their own or through their places of employment.

Bay College is now scaling up their efforts to recognize those credentials to support students earning a degree.

For more information on BayFlex and the Michigan Transfer Network, visit www.baycollege.edu/flex. MM

then & now

The Forsyth Township Clubhouse, circa 1910, was built at 165 North Maple Street in Gwinn. The clubhouse was given to the community by CCI President William G. Mather and contained a bowling alley, tennis court, skating rink, swimming pool and showers in the basement for the miners to use.

provided by Superior View Studios, located in Art of Framing, 149 W. Washington Street Marquette www.viewsofthepast.com

The “Gwinn Clubhouse,” as it’s now known, is still used for recreational activities for community members, but also is home to the Forsyth Senior Center, which serves the surrounding townships. Meals on Wheels are prepared in its kitchen for seniors in those townships as well.

Photos

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1 Major crop of North Carolina

8 Is already booked

16 Pen pal?

17 CARES, for Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security, e.g.

18 Easy trucking distance

19 White House daughter whom the Secret Service called Rosebud

20 First-ever Super Bowl M.V.P. (1967)

21 Flower whose name sounds like a branding iron

22 ____ Sound, record label co-founded by Drake

23 Faced off

25 Industrial conglomerate or its symbol on the New York Stock Exchange

26 Agreement

28 Ants : colony :: ____ : plague

29 Flower with a ‘‘face’’

31 ‘‘Get ____, you two!’’

32 Listing of recent phone history

33 Nickname that omits -eron

34 Step outside for a bit

37 Fortunetelling decks

40 Not as thick

43 Rather thick

44 Price-tag caveat (buyer beware!)

46 How, in Oaxaca

47 Philosopher who wrote ‘‘Critique of Pure Reason’’

49 Mont-Saint-____, France

WoRDS, WoRDS, WoRDS

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By Sam EzErSky/EditEd By Will Shortz

51 Make warm and add spice to, as wine

52 Excited cries

53 Related to part of the small intestine

55 Words before corner or profit

56 Turf

57 Grp. with barrels

58 Port city in Spain’s Basque Country

60 Serving two purposes

61 Garbage-disposal spot

62 Doesn’t hide anything

64 Sch. in Albuquerque

66 Detritus from a hospital

68 Guard

69 Harmful aquatic overgrowth

71 Poetic contraction

72 Managed just fine

73 Sharply dressed

77 Onetime Ringling Brothers employee

80 More pathetic

81 Beer brand with a bicycle in its logo

83 Lead-in to puncture

84 Root vegetable in Asian cuisine

86 º: Abbr.

87 Joker’s catchphrase

90 Going on extravagant trips, as a politician might

92 101

93 Like some chocolate

94 Minor players?

95 Where drivers might wait in line

96 Modern-day antiviolence slogan

97 ‘‘To summarize . . ’’

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1 Call from a tugboat

2 Some boat-crew members

3 Stick in the fridge?

4 Close by

5 Data analyst’s creation

6 A&E docuseries with footage of criminal trials

7 The Magic, on scoreboards

8 Status symbol?

9 Elicitors of some blessings

10 Move on ice

11 Macbeth’s dagger or Desdemona’s handkerchief, e.g.

12 Spanish for ‘‘wolf’’

13 Winner of the podrace in ‘‘Star Wars: Episode I’’

14 Team seen in Queens, in brief

15 Know-it-all

16 Prefix meaning ‘‘time’’

17 Foul smell

18 Really relish

19 Draw the line somewhere, say

20 South Florida city, to locals

21 Take back

24 De-squeaked

27 Expert, from the Italian

29 Pal in cowboy-speak

30 Trio in a Latin learner’s lesson

32 Ivy seen among cliffs

33 Caribbean stew

35 Beachside watering holes

36 Marine animal that resembles a flower

37 Pedicure target

38 Yiddish trouble

39 Cellphone setting

40 Shaggy’s dog, to Shaggy

41 Turtlelike foes in the Mario games

42 ‘‘Present’’

44 Like some dense foliage

45 Satisfy, as thirst

48 Caps Lock neighbor

50 What can be a lot to stomach?

54 Brew holders, maybe

59 Underway

63 Kerfuffle

65 Ending with taste or trouble

67 Ultimately emerged victorious

69 [Mwah!]

70 ____ Covey, heroine of the hit book/film series ‘‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’’

72 ‘‘Is this such a good idea?’’

74 Cleaned (up)

75 Site of a historic church council

76 Burglar, in older slang

77 Neighbors of Afghans

78 Boxy window installation, in brief

79 Requirement

80 Pathetic bunch

81 Cross the line, say

82 Extends an invitation for

84 Authoritative pronouncements

85 Makes simple, with ‘‘down’’

88 Snare

89 Former New York City mayor Ed

91 Camp sight

93 Comp ____ (college discipline, informally)

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Kingsford plans centennial

Weekend celebration includes live music, car show

By Erin Elliott Bryan

It’s not a coincidence that so many landmarks in Kingsford are named for Henry Ford: Ford Hospital, Ford Airport, the Ford Dam and the Ford Addition neighborhood, among others. Even the mascot of Kingsford High School is the Flivvers, a nickname for Ford’s original Model T. Kingsford grew up around a sawmill and factory Ford built there to aid his growing automobile company — and his legacy still endures today, 100 years later.

A full weekend of events is planned from August 3 through 6 to commemorate the City of Kingsford’s centennial, including three days of national and local musical acts, a classic car show and cruise, the Pine Mountain 500 and more.

Kingsford is a city of about 5,100 people, located on the Menominee

River in southwest Dickinson County. Over the years, the Ford plant employed thousands of people from Kingsford and surrounding areas, such as Iron Mountain and Norway, and Niagara and Florence, Wisconsin. Now, people from those communities and from around the country will come together to celebrate Kingsford.

“People are coming home to be together who haven’t seen each other for a long, long time,” said John Jessen of the Kingsford Centennial Committee. “It’s a social event. They’re coming from coast to coast, and neighboring communities are coming together to support the event.”

Ford is the headline sponsor. The company is also marking its 120th anniversary this year.

The main focus of the celebration will be the three-day music festival at Lodal Park, which is part of the

original Ford property, led by country headliners Big & Rich. Other national acts scheduled to perform include Vince Neal of Mötley Crüe, Stephen Pearcy of RATT, Ann Wilson of Heart, Mark Farner’s American Band and the Gin Blossoms.

There will also be performances by The Glam Band, an ’80s rock tribute band, Runaway June, Andy Gibbons with Bad Axe Rodeo, and special guest Jim Counter, Stephen Ray and FBI and the Untouchable Horns.

The Blagec Brothers Rheem Heating and Cooling Stage will feature local acts throughout the weekend, including Noise Pollution, 141 North, Next Myle, Polar Blues Band, Sons of Legends, The Descendants, Rockslide and OZ.

“The plan is to have continuous music,” Jessen said, “as well as food and commercial vendors.” Centennial

Ford Motor Company Plant in Kingsford, sometime in the 1940s, is show from the west. This view shows the plant with several trains south of the plant at the left, with Breitung Avenue separating the plant property from the Breitung residential area. The Menominee River is visible at the upper left corner. The employee parking lot is visible at the lower right corner. (Photo courtesy of Jack Deo, Superior View Studio)

merchandise will also be available for purchase.

Jessen said the planning for this event has been in the works for more than a year and has a budget of $1 million. He said it will take about one week to convert the park, which usually hosts baseball and youth soccer games, into a festival venue with the help of volunteers. Shuttles will be available from outlying areas.

The centennial celebration will also mark the 30th anniversary of Kingsford High School’s only state football championship and some 20 high school classes from Kingsford, Iron Mountain and Florence have reserved spaces for get-togethers.

“I’ve named that area ‘Reunion Row,’” Jessen said.

Other events will include a classic car show and cruise, featuring all makes and models of cars — though Fords will feature prominently — on Saturday, August 5. The cruise will begin at 9 a.m. at Kingsford High School and follow Woodward Avenue. The car show will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Venue 906.

“We know unique old Fords are coming,” Jessen said. “We’re also hoping to get one Ford from each year.”

The Pine Mountain 500, a race up the stairs of the Pine Mountain ski jump, will take place on Sunday, August 6, sponsored by the Iron Mountain-Kingsford Rotary.

Jessen previously worked on the planning committee for Kingsford’s 75th diamond jubilee celebration in 1998. As part of that event, the committee published a 450-page book titled Kingsford: The Town Ford Built in Dickinson County, Michigan. The information was compiled and edited by William John Cummings with assistance from Roger Scott, Mary (Berutti) Moroni, Mary (Dougoveto) Calo and Mary (Weinert) Erickson Sundberg.

(A reprint of that book as well as a new 609-page book titled Kingsford, Michigan 1923-2023 Volume 2, which contains additional information compiled by Anthony D. Edlebeck, Tina (Bouffiou) Whaley, Mary (Edens) Lee, Donald Lee, Kenneth Wood, Andrew Wiltzius and Janice (Mikulich) Peterson, will be available for purchase.)

Cummings, a native of the area and a retired Kingsford High School Spanish teacher, is also a member of the Dickinson County Library board and president of the Menominee

Range Historical Foundation Board of Governors. He explained that the book relies on original newspaper articles.

The book begins with a July 7, 1920, article from the Daily Tribune-Gazette, an Iron Mountain newspaper of the time, with the headline, “Henry Ford May Build Factory in this City.”

“Henry Ford and son, Edsel, and Mr. Avery, general manager of the Ford Motor Co. of Detroit, were in the city this morning looking over a prospective site for the location of a factory to build bodies for Ford cars, and also a site for a big sawmill,” the article reports.

“Mr. Ford and party are much impressed with the advantages this city has to offer,” it continued. “Some obstacles, however, were met with here in the way of what might be called hold-up prices, but the Ford Motor Co. will not stand for anything like that and will pass up a place where people with whom they are trying to do business try to gouge the company for a big sum just because the Ford Co. is after something.

“However, we learned that the obstacles met with may be cleared up in a few days, and with this end in view,

Harvey Firestone, Henry Ford, Thomas Alva Edison and Edward G. Kingsford have a meeting of the minds at a campsite near Cowboy Lake in Kingsford, mid-August of 1923. (Photo courtesy of Guy Forstrom)

the Ford Motor Co. has been asked by Mr. Kingsford to keep Iron Mountain in the running until a definite settlement of the same can be made one way or the other. Mr. Ford has kindly consented to do this.”

The “Mr. Kingsford” referenced in the article is Edward G. Kingsford, who had married Ford’s cousin Mary Frances “Minnie” Flaherty in 1890 and enjoyed a close personal relationship with Ford. Kingsford was also the first Ford Motor Company sales agent in the U.P., initially selling cars in Marquette before moving his business to Iron Mountain. He had also been a timber cruiser and land looker for John Munro Longyear in Marquette and later with Herbert Armstrong.

Ford had made visits to the area before, but he enlisted the help of Kingsford to find land suitable for his operations.

Between 1919 and 1920, Ford acquired more than 400,000 acres of land throughout seven counties in the U.P. to secure timber, mine iron ore, and build a community, according to a 1983 booklet co-authored by Cum-

At right, during World War II, the Ford Plant in Kingsford was converted to glider production. Ford produced 4,190 CG4A gliders between December 1942 and August 1945. The gliders were towed to Ford Airport in Kingsford via a trail between the Menominee RIver and Woodward Avenue. (Photo courtesy of Jack Deo, Superior View Studio)

Below, taken looking to the northeast, this view of Kingsford’s Ford Addition in the mid-1920’s includes the Ford water tower and the filtration plant, located on the southwest corner of Woodward Avenue and North Boulevard. (Photo courtesy of Menominee Range Historical Museum)

mings with David Curtis titled “Ford Comes to Iron Mountain: The Birth of Kingsford.” Ford wanted to manufacture the wooden parts of his automobiles near the source of the raw materials and ship them directly to large branch assembly plants, which would relieve transportation congestion in Detroit.

“He wanted complete control of the entire process of manufacturing,” Cummings said.

The Iron Mountain area was also well situated to connect to Midwest shipping routes.

Once all of the land purchase agreements were finalized, construction on Ford’s sawmill and powerhouse began on July 29, 1920, and Ford hired the first employees. He organized the Michigan Iron, Land and Lumber Company with himself as president and Kingsford as vice president.

Ford’s booming business caused economic growth throughout the community, though issues began to arise with housing for the influx of Ford employees and the infrastructure that was needed to support them.

“The only way to deal with these problems was for the area to organize into a village,” Cummings wrote.

The petition to organize was filed with the county commissioners on May 24, 1923. In August of that year, Ford, his wife Clara, and a group of friends made a highly publicized trip to the area.

Their cars were shipped via ferry from Ann Arbor to Escanaba, while the travelers made the trip from Traverse City aboard Ford’s new sea-going yacht, Sialia.

The group, which included Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Edison, Mr. and Mrs. Harvey P. Firestone, their son, Harvey P., Jr., Miss Bogue, a friend of the Firestones, and Mr. and Mrs. Kingsford, pitched tents at the company’s private grounds at the Cowboy Lake grove, about a mile northwest of the Ford plant.

Kingsford told the newspaper that the trip is “purely recreational and that the motor magnate refuses to comment or discuss civic problems.”

Voters approved the petition to organize on December 29, 1923. The

newly formed village comprised of Kingsford Heights, Breitung, West Breitung and the Ford plant. (It didn’t become a city until August 1947.)

By 1925, the Ford plant in Kingsford was the largest Ford plant outside of Detroit and employed 7,300 people at its peak, thousands more than the entire population of the village.

Beginning in 1939, Ford began manufacturing the station wagon, which, until that point, was a vehicle that was only used at railroad stations to transport luggage.

At the onset of World War II, however, all automobile production in the United States was halted and the Ford plant was awarded a government contract to produce CG-4A troop and cargo military gliders. During that time, the Kingsford plant, and its skilled workforce, produced 4,190 gliders for the U.S. Army — more than any other company in the country and at much less cost.

(The World War II Glider and Military Museum in Iron Mountain features one of only seven fully restored CG-4A World War II gliders in the

world.)

A newspaper article from October 31, 1942, reprinted an Associated Press account from Detroit, noting that “at the Upper Peninsula plant thousands of woodworkers formerly engaged in making Ford station wagons will work on the glider parts.”

On June 21, 1944, two weeks after D-Day, Ford’s grandson Henry Ford II, who led the company through the war, arrived in Kingsford for the presentation of the Army-Navy “E” Award, an honor presented to companies whose production facilities achieved “Excellence in Production” (“E”) of war equipment.

“I think it is particularly appropriate, too, that your award should come now, at one of the most decisive moments in history,” Henry Ford II remarked that day. “Just two weeks ago, swarms of Allied planes nosed their way out of the fog of the English Channel and swooped down over the coast of France. Behind them, they towed giant streamlined gliders. Those gliders carried a precious burden — our fighting men; your friends,

The Ford Power House, circa 1924-25, replaced the original power plant that had been constructed during the fall and winter of 1920-21. The second power plant stood out from the rest of the plant buildings due to its size and beauty and was centrally located with respect to the sawmill, wood drying kilns and the two buildings of the wood distillation plant. (Photo courtesy of the Menominee Range Historical Museum)

brothers and fathers. Upon these men, dropped by glider behind the enemy’s lines, rested the success of the entire campaign.

“Today, it is known, a vast number of those history-making gliders were built by you men and women, right here in Iron Mountain. Yes, D-Day for you must have been a doubly proud day. It was a day that justified your painstaking craftsmanship. It was a day on which your handwork brought our nation nearer victory and brought your men nearer home. It was the day on which the skill of the men of Iron Mountain brought honor to our company.”

Ford himself died in 1947 at the age of 83. Just four years later, in 1951, the company sold the plant in Kingsford, stating the company “realized that the change from wood to steel bodies in the automobile business signaled an eventual end to the type of operation we had here, an operation originally based on the use of wood.”

Almost since the beginning of Ford’s production process in Kingsford, he operated his own chemical plant to minimize waste and produce a valuable consumer product. His wood distillation plant had the capacity to produce Ford Charcoal Briquets, which were sold as a “clean and economical fuel for home use.” After the Ford plant closed in 1951, the Kings-

ford Chemical Company took over operations at the site and produced charcoal briquets there until 1961.

The plant’s whistle sounded for the last time at 9 p.m. on September 8, 1961. The iconic smokestacks from the power plant were demolished on September 13, 2002, due to safety concerns.

But some of the Ford buildings remain, having been repurposed into new businesses that can carry Kingsford through the next 100 years.

“We’re more diversified within the community now,” Cummings said, noting it’s important to celebrate the centennial and acknowledge Kingsford’s rich past.

“It helps people to be aware of our history, our heritage,” he said. “When you realize what an important role the Ford plant had in history, it’s a big deal, especially during World War II. It’s a significant part of U.P. history, that’s for sure.”

For information on Kingsford’s centennial celebration, visit www. kingsford100thcelebration.com. For information on the Menominee Range Historical Museums, visit www. menomineemuseum.com.

The water tank in Kingsford, bearing the famous Ford logo, had a capacity of 100,000 gallons and stood next to the original power house building, shown at right of it. Behind the power house was the sawmill, and behind the sawmill was the new power house with its pair of huge smokestacks. The carbonization building can be seen between the original power house and the seven huge charcoal briquette storage silos which were under construction by mid-February 1925. Each silo, built of concrete and steel, measured 22 feet in diameter, was 71 feet high and had a capacity of 150 tons. (Photo courtesy of Jack Deo, Superior View Studio)

Erin Elliott Bryan grew up in Ishpeming. She is a freelance writer and an MM calendar editor.

Art advocate honored with exhibit

By Brad Gischia

“The worst thing you could do was tell Mary that something couldn’t happen,” said Dan Truckey, Director of The Beaumier Heritage Center at Northern Michigan University and curator of the Mary Wright exhibition that is currently set there. “She didn’t take ‘no’ for an answer, and would make things happen just to spite you.”

Mary Biekkola was born in L’Anse in 1941. She graduated from L’Anse High School and earned two master’s degrees. “She was a bit of a vagabond,” Truckey said. “She lived in the Copper Country, Marquette, Trenary and Wisconsin. She followed teaching jobs.”

As she moved, she brought her passion for the arts with her.

“I worked with her a lot on several projects,” said Michele Tuccini, president of the Lake Superior Art Association. “I remember her coming into the basement of Ben Franklin and getting all of these people down there to make her flower project.”

Wright was more than just an artist, however.

“Mary was an educator, artist and activist,” Truckey said. “Most of all, she was an organizer. That’s the mark she left most.”

Over the years, Wright was the driving force behind many of the art projects that were seen in the communities in which she lived. The list of projects is substantial, and most people who have lived in the Upper Peninsula will recognize one if not more. She was influential in the Grandma

Reunion set for July 8

Mary Wright was an advocate for art and community. She spent her life pushing other community members into involvement and advocacy. The impact of such advocacy is not forgotten. Wright passed away in 2021, and no service was held. Those people who would like to remember her are invited to “Hats off to Mary: a Mary Wright Reunion” at the Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center in Gries Hall on the campus of Northern Michigan University.

At 2 p.m. on July 8, people are welcome to come to the heritage center to share their remembrances of Wright and see the exhibition that is on display in her honor.

“There was never a service for Mary,” said Dan Truckey, director of the Heritage Center and curator of the exhibit. “This won’t be that either, but it will be a chance for people to remember her to get together and share those memories.”

There will be speakers and a video-sharing booth. Admission is free and attendees are encouraged to wear hats in honor of Mary’s love of headwear.

She graduated from L’Anse High School in 1959 as class president and, after graduation, attended the College of St. Scholastica, University of Wisconsin, Madison and Northern Michigan University where she received a teaching degree and two master’s degrees. It was during the years as an educator she led the charge for community art projects that saw not only invigorated physical spaces but the people as well. It was for this reason that she was awarded the Governor’s Prize in 1999 for her contributions to art and the State of Michigan.

Mary passed away on November 15, 2021 at Bayside Village in L’Anse. Her legacy continues on through not only these physical works but the memories she created for so many people and the Upper Peninsula heritage she helped to preserve and bring to light.

A reunion will be held for those people who were touched by the life of Mary Wright at NMU. (Photo courtesy of Erin Smith/NMU)

MM The Grandma Doors were on display in Marquette and Hancock in 2006 and 2007. The doors were Mary Wright’s idea. (Photo by Brad Gischia)

Doors, Family Tree Poles, Ice Shanties and Finn Fest Chairs in Marquette as well as the Story Line in Houghton.

The Beaumier Heritage Center exhibit honoring her just scratches the surface. It wasn’t until the late ’80s when Wright was in the area that her influence began to make itself known.

“She was notoriously good at convincing people that they should be involved,” Truckey said. “If Mary asked you to do something, she was dogged in getting you to agree. She twisted a lot of arms, but she did make it happen. She had a way of hitting on things that really resonated with people.”

That pursuit of community involvement led to a lot of great artwork on display.

“Even if they knew there was going to be a lot of work involved, they believed in the final project because her belief was so strong,” Truckey said.

That belief and strength were also a boon to Wright herself.

“This is a person for whom this was not just a fun activity to do after work,” Truckey said. “It was all-encompassing.”

Wright had a bout with cancer, but never let it get in the way of a project.

“I think it really kept her going,” Truckey said.

The exhibit is not a collection of Wright’s artwork but of her influence.

“There is very little of her artwork in the exhibit,” Truckey said. “It’s

mostly examples of art created for her projects by other people. For example, with the Ice Shanty project, none of those survived, at least as far as we could find. They were created to be ephemeral. But, it turned out that some of the projects were really valued by people, and many were saved.”

The projects she was involved with

ran the gamut.

“Her projects were all over the map,” Truckey said. “They took place at different times of year in different places; sometimes … related to wherever she was living at the time. She lived in the Copper Country, Marquette and Trenary. As an educator, she moved through the schools, al-

ways looking for the next thing. Often they were related to things that were going on in the community.”

Locally Wright was involved with art installations connected with FinnFest, the Marquette Sesquicentennial and the Winter Cities conference.

“She was always looking for a way to connect people to the events that were going on in their community,” Truckey said. There are several Finn Fest chairs and Grandma Doors in the exhibit.

Tucinni remembers the FinnFest chairs being very impactful.

“That was a big boost for the city, it was really special,” she said.

Truckey was able to gather a few chairs that Wright herself painted, and one other special piece from a different project.

“There was a rally for nuclear disarmament in the late ’80s,” Truckey said. “It was a huge project with a lot of community involvement. Mary helped to organize two murals painted in town, one on the side of the Shopper’s building and another on the side of Beauchamp’s Camera Shop (now Yoop-Phoria). Neither of them exist anymore, but what is still around is a large, sort of a puppet, that Mary made for the Fourth of July parade.

“It was their float. Somehow it survived.”

Tuccini also remembers a flower installation that Wright organized for the bike path in Marquette.

“She had people in the basement of Ben Franklin, and she had big rolls of linoleum, painting on the back side of it, cutting shapes out, she was trying

As parts of the Peace Mural Project, the Women‘s Action for Nuclear Disarmament (WAND) created this large dove puppet for the Fourth of July parade in the late 1908s in Marquette. (Photo by Brad Gischia)

Mary Wright, whose maiden name was Biekkola, decided to create a public art project that would help others connect with their Finnish heritage for the 1996 FinnFest USA held in Marquette. Her project was to have families paint chairs that featured past family members. The City of Marquette and Northern Michigan University agreed to have the 1,464 chairs, stools and benches installed on their properties. (Photo by Brad Gischia)

to hang these big sheets on the sides of buildings, it was chaos, but she pulled it off,” Tuccini said. “She was very dedicated, always had ideas and was always open to ideas.”

With Wright’s passing in 2021, it seems that there is a vacancy in the Marquette art community that no one person can fill.

“Some people and groups have done it to an extent, but nothing on the scale of what Mary liked to do,” Truckey said. “Her projects were over the top. Most people would think now that they’re too much, but Mary was all about too much. There was never enough. If there was an idea or a way to expand it, she was all for it.

“Marquette had a lot of great art advocates, but none like Mary. She was over the top—one of a kind.”

Truckey said he hopes Marquette will do similar projects in the future.

“The Marquette Arts and Culture Center does a lot in creating public art and events, in some ways they are a legacy of Mary’s work,” he said. “In some ways the work that she did set a bar for everyone to follow.”

Wright was at the forefront of building Marquette as an arts-friendly community, and her influence is still

felt today even though she is no longer with us.

Truckey said if she were around today, she would be happy with the exhibit.

“She would be really honored and happy that all this stuff was brought together,” he said. “She’d love to see what everyone had saved.”

The exhibition is open from noon to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday at the Beaumier and will be in place until late August.

Truckey is also putting together a reunion, “Hats off to Mary: a Mary Wright Reunion” based around Wright’s projects on July 8. See Page 27 for more information.

“We’d like to get people who were part of her projects to get together and share some memories of her,” Truckey said.

For details, visit www.nmu.edu/ beaumierheritagecenter or call (906) 227-3212.

Brad Gischia is a writer and artist native to Upper Michigan. He has published two children’s books and done illustrations for both comic books and novels.

The Mary Wright exhibit is open from noon to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, at NMU’s Beaumier Heritage Center on the corner of 7th Street and Tracy Avenue in Marquette. (Photo by Brad Gischia)

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Our City Makes Us

Cardboard art exhibit on display

By Andie Balenger

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, home means “one’s place of residence.” To Amber Dohrenwend, however, the meaning of home is much more complex.

Despite hailing from Marquette, Dohrenwend has been living overseas for the past 20-some years of her life, venturing everywhere from Egypt, Taiwan, Pakistan and — for the past 14 years — Japan. In her quest to embrace youthfulness and playful curiosity in an educational setting, Dohrenwend has called several cities, villages and towns home within her lifetime.

“If we have a house, it is not a home until we make it a home,” Dohrenwend said. “We have to add our own unique experiences, put our imprint on it or interact with it in some way to get it to that place where it is feeling like home.”

Dohrenwend was recently selected by the City of Marquette’s Office of Arts & Culture to be their Artist in Residence for June and July. Operating primarily as an installation artist, with her chosen medium being card-

board, Dohrenwend’s work is often three-dimensional, site-specific and created to metamorphize a unique space.

After responding to a request for proposals for activities to be held during Art Week — an annual event that celebrates and promotes the diverse culture of Marquette through public art, performances, and demonstrations — Dohrenwend was selected due to the collaborative nature of her suggested project. The theme for this year’s festival was home, which is a concept that continues to inspire Dohrenwend and her art.

“One of the things that inspired [the sculpture concept] was this feeling of people gathering together to bring materials or help work on this sculpture together,” Dohrenwend said. “It demonstrates that concept of us making our home.”

On the weekends leading up to Art Week, Dohrenwend created the sculpture in the Peter White Public Library’s Deo Gallery. Influenced by Midwestern potlucks, where people are encouraged to prepare a meal to share, the artist is inviting members

Dohrenwend in front of one of her art installations overseas. Her sculptures have grown in size and complexity since making miniatures and costumes in her tiny apartment. (Photo courtesy of Amber Dohrenwend)

of the community to bring their cardboard scraps and assist her in assembling the sculpture.

According to Amelia Pruiett, the marketing and promotions assistant at the Office of Arts & Culture, Dohrenwend’s project will physically demonstrate how citizens work together to build, expand and revitalize their communities.

“Amber piqued our interest in the sense that she is well-traveled, but still really appreciates her roots here in the U.P.,” Pruiett said. “She brings this unique perspective of appreciating the many different cultures of the world but also then bringing that back to appreciating the culture that we have here in Marquette and helping define that.”

The City of Marquette recently developed a new master plan, which explicitly highlights the importance of fully illustrating the community’s history and the variety of viewpoints that have and continue to exist within it. By encouraging all members of the public to contribute to and participate in the creation of this sculpture,

the Office of Arts & Culture hopes to demonstrate that our future lies in accessibility, inclusivity and togetherness.

“We wanted to do a project that would dive deep into that home theme, and Amber really seemed to understand that connection between using art to look at how we are building our own community,” Pruiett said. “Tying that to [the City’s] master plan, we are making sure that different voices are being heard in these sorts of processes.”

While she left the country as a formal classroom teacher, instructing young students at international schools across the globe, Dohrenwend picked up cardboard art roughly 10 years ago as a self-taught hobby. Her creative expression through the recyclable material heightened in 2020 when she was forced to combat the confinements that accompanied the COVID-19 pandemic.

“It started from a playful curiosity around a material, and the more I kept spending time with it and saying ‘I wonder what would happen,’ the more

This dog head was sculpted entirely out of cardboard by Dohrenwend. When creating, she only uses recyclable materials — cardboard and staples. This involves many hours of searching for cardboard and sitting on the floor with a stapler in hand. (Photo courtesy of Amber Dohrenwend)

interesting things I started to discover, like ways of working and fabricating with cardboard,” Dohrenwend said.

While Dohrenwend admits she is not sure what drew her to cardboard as a medium, weekly cardboard collection at her apartment complex in Japan made the material extremely accessible. After rummaging through her neighbors’ cardboard week after week, she began to respect the imperfections and impermanence of it.

“It was just a circumstantial thing that happened,” Dohrenwend said. “I really just needed to get materials that I could use and experiment with. But I like the transformative aspect of the material. It was something that people couldn’t see, but I could see.”

Dohrenwend’s discovery of new ways to manipulate cardboard can be seen in the evolution of her art over the past decade. When first working with the material, she focused on depicting things she knows best — animals, plants and all things in nature. These ideas were often expressed in the form of costuming, as Dohrenwend would construct children’s cos-

tumes that ranged from caterpillars to dogs.

As her skills progressed, however, she decided to focus on more structural concepts, like the contrast between architecture in nature and the manmade world, the geometries of organic materials, and the dynamic nature of living things.

“I really like making cardboard feel like the thing it started as. It started as wood, so I am always thinking about returning the shapes and the flexibility of a tree to the material,” Dohrenwend said. “I am always wondering how I can make cardboard, which feels so flat and so lifeless, return to its essential nature or express that with it.”

What started as a hobby just a decade ago has now become a full-time gig for Dohrenwend. After having her art discovered by a business owner at an adventure playground in Tokyo — which is a unique educational setting that encourages children to build, construct and interact with other children amidst play — Dohrenwend began to do commercial art installations for storefront windows. One thing led to

This children’s caterpillar costume was fitted by Dohrenwend. When she first started with cardboard, she worked with her daughter making children’s furniture and costumes. (Photo courtesy of Amber Dohrenwend)

another and she was eventually designing, fabricating and installing art pieces for luxury brands like Hermès.

“Tokyo is a very dense place, a huge commercial center, so there are a lot of brands there that are really attracted to using the material of cardboard,” Dohrenwend said. “I was working with their waste cardboard a lot of the time and the idea of the transformation, and being seen as innovators and environmentally responsible, was appealing to a lot of the clients that I was working with.”

While her collaborative work with these luxury brands was incredibly complex, Dohrenwend felt more connected to the installations that were made in her home. The last project she completed before leaving Japan was installed in her tiny studio apartment. The rooms had been emptied of all their furniture as she and her family prepared to head back to the United States. What at face value seemed to be such an empty and lifeless space, however, was quickly transformed.

Using a box full of leftover cardboard strips from a previous project, Dohrenwend invited her neighbors and their children to create one more sculpture — a representation of the connections she had made with those in her community. Her kids, who were fluent in Japanese, went out and invited all of the neighboring families to come to participate in the project, which evolved into a dome-shaped clubhouse for the kids to hang out in before their departure.

“The word got out and everyone in the neighborhood would just start showing up every day and working,

stapling. We were all working together,” Dohrenwend said.

As the sculpture began to take shape, kids and adults alike sat on the floor. Everyone was enjoying this last moment together as a neighborhood, or a family, in what had been an empty apartment not long before.

“We were all having this moment, running around in these caves that had evolved from this sculpture. When it was time to go, we all got around the sculpture, pushed it into the center, crushed it into a ball, tied it up with string, and took it down to the curb for recycling the next day,” Dohrenwend said. “There was just nothing left in my home. It was this feeling of incredible connection to my community and the sculpture was this symbol of that web.”

Similar to the one in her home, the sculpture recently built for Art Week will be smashed and recycled at the end of her artist residency in July.

“Using her chosen medium of cardboard really feels like a powerful statement in itself,” Pruiett said. “Making such beautiful pieces out of recyclable, commonly found material and empowering people to realize that you don’t need a lot of training, special materials or anything to truly be an artist and make an impact.”

Andie Balenger is a native of Gladstone who is attending graduate school at Northern Michigan University for Administration of Outdoor Recreation and Nature-Based Tourism. Balenger is also a columnist for the Escanaba Daily Press.

Dohrenwend sits surrounded by neighborhood kids in her apartment as they work together on her final cardboard sculpture in Japan before heading back to the United States. She continues to be inspired by children, citing that their imaginations have the capacity to go places that no adults can. (Photo courtesy of Amber Dohrenwend)

Holding Space Local

doulas help families with birthing process

By Alex Lehto-Clark

When considering life’s many milestones, an addition to a family might be one of the more intimidating. The decisions pre-, during and post-birth are endless. A special occupation holds space for those concerns, offering parents a voice in the birthing process while blending traditional and new-world techniques. For some families, bringing a doula in for their birthing journey can empower them to be more present.

“The definition of doula is to serve families,” said Melinda Britton, certified doula and founder of Doulas of Marquette, a three-part team that works with families throughout Mar-

quette County. “It’s the idea of emotional, physical, informational advocacy and spiritual support. Birthing people’s bodies go through labor, but it’s like their mind, their spirit — everything goes through that.”

For new Marquette parents Nate and Emerson Graves, the decision to hire a doula made sense on several levels.

“We don’t have family up here, so having people for extra support who know what’s going on seemed like the right thing for us,” Emerson said.

The Graves said it was a joint decision to bring a doula on as part of their birth journey. Initially, Emerson had wanted to have a home birth, but Nate voiced concern for safety rea-

Everett William Graves, born to Nate and Emerson Graves of Marquette, came into the world with the help of a doula. (Photo by Danielle Pemble)

sons.

“I liked the idea of doing something in the comfort of my own home,” Emerson said. “And I wanted a natural birth — and when you’re at home you don’t have an out. At the same time, I’m a little bit older, and if there were complications, the hospital I wanted to be taken to is a lot further away from Marquette.”

After a lot of research and discussion, they decided together: Emerson would give birth in a hospital, with the help of a doula.

“This was a good medium for us — because I wanted home birth and he wanted hospital and we both said ‘doulas’ as a middle ground.”

Britton said that while being a doula has been her profession since 2010, it is so much more than a job.

“You take something new away from every birth that you go to,” she said. “There’s points to celebrate and there’s points where you’re like ‘I don’t know what happened.’”

It comes with a huge responsibility, difficult hours and so many variables. Babies don’t arrive within the restraints of a typical 40-hour workweek. That kind of 24-7 care takes a special kind of person, and many doulas struggle with a work/life balance.

That’s why Britton decided to start

THERE’S A LOT THAT GETS THROWN AT YOU BEFORE YOU GO TO THE HOSPITAL

Doulas of Marquette, a three-person team of doulas who can work with each other to make sure they are able to bring their whole selves to every birth.

One experience in particular made her decide that she needed more hands to help out.

“I was doing this for five years solo, and I realized I can’t be on call all the time forever,” Britton said. “I ended up going to two births in a 24hour period and at that point, it was chaos. It wasn’t fair to my own family. The kind of connection doulas encourage families to make, I was losing that.”

Since then, Kristen Erdmann and Andrea Caron have joined the team.

Though each of them was attracted to the profession for different reasons, all of them said they felt a powerful urge to get into this kind of work.

“I think that idea started forming when I had a friend of mine who was a midwife — she was at the birth of my first born as an adviser,” Erdmann said. “I wanted to have someone who could support me because my husband had no idea. She was so incredibly helpful and supportive.”

Erdmann took a break from doula work to raise her children, but returned in 2021, this time as a member of Doulas of Marquette.

“My kids were older and being part of a team made it work for me,” she said.

Erdmann said she carried the experience of being advocated for with her, and that it still informs the way she approaches every birth. “The thing I remember the most was that she was like, ‘Can we take 10 minutes and think about that?’ And that space that she provided was incredibly helpful,” she said. “Seeing her role in the birth of my son … everybody needs someone like this at their birth. Having someone there who is competent in your capabilities and your choices.”

Emerson said she felt overwhelmed at first, with all of the in-

Doulas of Marquette Andrea Caron, Kristen Erdmann and Melinda Britton work with families throughout the pregnancy, making sure parents have information and appropriate expectations. (Photo by Danielle Pemble)

formation and decision-making that comes with being expecting parents.

“There’s a lot that gets thrown at you before you go to the hospital,” she said.

Caron said the feeling of being in over your head is part of what guides her as a professional doula.

“It can be very overwhelming to sort through all the information surrounding pregnancy and labor,” Caron said. “After having children, I wanted to be an advocate for birthing women and their partners in their journeys.”

Being a doula allows her to prepare birth-givers for what their bodies will go through.

“I love helping women through the intensity of birth, offering a variety of movements, and comfort measures to help take them one stop closer to holding their baby on the outside,” she said. “I really love being a safe space throughout pregnancy and during the big day. I love holding space for a birthing mom and partner to really savor the process they are embarking on.”

The Graves’ relationship with their doula started well before the birth of their child.

“The initial visit was an overview of what they do,” Emerson said. “After that, it was breathing techniques and stretches and things to kind of help prepare me for things physically, mentally and emotionally — and to prepare Nate.”

Having this guiding hand helped the new father-to-be feel in control and informed, giving him more headspace to do the important task — being there for his partner as she brought new life into the world.

“The knowledge on the front end was really helpful just to create a sense of security and comfort for us because you’re going into something that you’ve never done before,” Nate said.

Emerson said the doulas checked in on her throughout the process, including staying up to date on her doctor’s appointments. As the time got closer, they helped her understand the signs her body would give her and what she should do to stay as

Marquette couple Emerson and Nate Graves had the help of a doula during the birth of Emerson William. They said having a person familiar with the process to explain options and guide them through important choices was invaluable. (Photo by Danielle Pemble)

comfortable as possible.

“And then once my water broke, they talked me through some stuff, and checked in until it was time for me to go to the hospital,” Emerson said. “And then they showed up and went through it all.”

Nate said the meetings before the birth were helpful.

“What everyone thinks they know about that experience — what you’ve heard from friends, whatever you’ve seen on television — all those examples you have you are seeing from the outside,” Nate said. “They prepared me to go through the emotional stages–from the time labor starts to the time a child is born — they clarified the reality of the experience in a calming way.”

Britton said that doulas occupy a very interesting space. Their knowledge of the birthing process comes from many angles and experiences, as well as an intimate understanding of the birthing person’s wants and needs.

“We understand the ins and outs of different systems — both home births and hospital births,” Britton said. “As doulas, we’re not medical providers, but we’re able to look at the whole person and we also get to know them outside of their pregnancy.”

Most importantly, Caron, Britton and Erdmann agree they can act as a bridge between the professionals in the room and the patient.

“They’re open to us about their desires where it’s not just like another person just coming in. We become

invested in their experience,” Britton said. “We’re constantly thinking about how we can amplify their desires.”

Caron said it’s all about getting the parents prepared so that they can savor the experience.

“It is an incredible process, but the unknown can be scary and overwhelming,” she said. “Education and support help bring beauty and joy to birth — both for vaginal and cesarean births.”

Nate and Emerson felt that connection helped the process go as smoothly as it could. More importantly, it gave both of them the confidence to make informed decisions about what they wanted.

“Things are less scary when you know what you’re in for,” Nate said. “To have the guiding hand of somebody that has experienced it so many times — and that they’ve experienced a myriad of scenarios, it’s really a gift. There was so much good communication between our doula and the medical team. I had to be aware as big of a deal as this is for us today, this is another day at the office for these medical staff. The doulas were a perfect bridge to that gap.”

Britton said that awareness of doulas and what they offer to parents has grown significantly since she started over ten years ago.

“I think the big thing for us is we see the humanity in everybody in the room,” Britton said.

One of her main goals, she said, is continuing to build a solid and mutually respectful relationship with area

Caron, Britton and Erdmann agree they can act as a bridge between the professionals in the room and the patient. (Photo by Danielle Pemble)

hospitals.

Local OBGYN doctor Spring Madosh said the doulas help her understand what the patient wants — which can make patients feel more supported before, during and after the birthing journey.

“I think that doulas are such a great middle ground,” Madosh said. “Patients are experts in their life and doulas are able to fill in the space between that personal knowledge of the patient and medical knowledge.”

Madosh said medical studies have highlighted the importance of doula work and advocacy.

“I think a lot of patients get frustrated with the pulls of a doctor’s time,” Madosh said. “Doulas have more time to do the education.”

Less than one percent of births are emergent, Britton said.

“The other 99 percent of the time, there’s time for decision-making, there’s time for advocacy, there’s time for alternatives and other things,” she said.

Erdmann, Caron and Britton have worked hard to build that kind of relationship with local hospitals and caregivers. Britton said it’s something that gives her pride in the work she does.

“Everyone on the team — they

want a positive outcome,” Britton said. “I think with the medical system ... they understand that we will amplify the client’s voice, but we’re not there to put forth an agenda.”

Doulas are not just there for the preparation and birth. Their relationship with the family can extend beyond those parameters, as does their knowledge. For Nate and Emerson, this knowledge helped them in the haze of navigating their new roles as the primary caregiver to a very fragile living being.

“I had issues with breastfeeding, unfortunately. It got really difficult where he wasn’t latching and he was just screaming his head off,” Emerson said. “It was chaos.”

“Every other day, we were seeing

a specialist or at the pediatric office or the doula was at our house,” Nate said.

Britton heard their concern.

“She came over in a snowstorm, and she was here to help. She told me ‘you’re doing everything right,’” Emerson said. “She had all of these connections — and Melinda was able to help me get into the doctor ASAP. The connections that she had helped on so many different levels.”

The continuous support that a doula can offer makes them great advocates, Madosh said, especially with current stresses on the medical system. Doulas offer another voice in the room to ensure patients are completely involved in the decision-making process.

As for those who are on the fence about seeking doula care, Nate and Emerson say it’s a decision that they would make again in a heartbeat.

“There’s the peace of mind of having a doula there throughout your experience, to not only communicate with the doctors. Whether you’re having a hospital birth or a home birth, you have that knowledge in the before, during and after of the most wild journey you will go on,” Emerson said.

Britton said for her, the work is all about making the birth an unforgettable experience for which all parties can be fully present.

“If we can make that space where birthing people can be themselves and be heard, it can make a world of difference,” Britton said.

More information about doulas can be found at www.dona.org. To find out more about Melinda, Andrea, and Kristen’s work, you can visit www.doulasofmarquette.com. MM

Alex Lehto-Clark is a poet and essayist who lives in Ishpeming. He has called the Upper Peninsula home for 12 years and graduated from Northern Michigan University with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English.

IF WE CAN MAKE THAT SPACE WHERE BIRTHING PEOPLE CAN BE THEMSELVES AND BE HEARD, IT CAN MAKE A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE.

New festival brings in homegrown talent

By Jamie Glenn

The first Northern Lights Music Fest will host a mix of rock and country acts as a two-day lineup at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba starting Friday, July 21.

The festival will play host to acts like Keith Urban, Pop Evil, Sebastian Bach, Nelson, Ingrid Andress and Austin Snell to draw tourists and locals together to enjoy some music.

Festival founder Robert Micheau, who is also the CEO of Visit Escanaba convention information bureau, shared what motivates Upper Peninsula communities like Escanaba to put together events like the Northern Lights Fest.

“Tourism has been growing a lot in the Upper Peninsula, with more activities going on, especially in the Escanaba area,” Micheau said. “There’s been a lot of live music. Along with that trend, Delta County has been bringing in live music and it’s something that people seemed

Special Statement from Visit Escanaba

“We regret to announce the cancellation of Steelheart’s performance at the Northern Lights Music Fest. Due to Steelheart’s lead vocalist Mili’s recent heart surgery, the band will be unable to perform at the festival. We send him well wishes for a speedy recovery and we look forward to seeing him and the band down the line. Taking Steelheart’s place will be multi-platinum recording artist Nelson. We are very excited to welcome Nelson to the lineup and we know you all will enjoy this incredible band! All other show and ticket information remains the same. Thank you for your understanding!”

interested in and wanted to look for ways to expand adding live music to the area as part of a tourism draw.”

Choosing a venue to host the festival proved to be a no-brainer for the Visit Escanaba staff. The U.P. State Fairgrounds hosted an estimated 100,000 visitors at last year’s fair.

The festival was originally planned to kick off in the summer of 2024, but after securing event

headliner country act Keith Urban, a four-time Grammy winner and twotime CMA Entertainer of the Year, the team rallied together to plan supporting acts in the festival lineup. Urban is most known for hit songs like “Days Go By” and “Blue Ain’t Your Color.”

“A lot of signs pointed to the fact that the fairgrounds is a perfect facility to look at hosting some bigger music shows,” Micheau said. “Peo -

The Northern Lights Music Fest line-up will hit the grandstand stage at the U.P. State Fairgrounds in Escanaba on July 21 and 22, with a mix of country and rock acts. (Photo courtesy of Visit Escanaba)

ple around here wanted to bring in more live music.”

The team questioned if they could pull things together quickly enough.

“Everyone seemed to think we could, so we went for it,” Micheau said. “There’s definitely been a lot of excitement around it, and it seems to be well received by everyone—definitely a very good sign and exactly what we were hoping for.”

With a lineup of country acts set for Saturday night came the task of planning a rock-leaning set for Friday night, which led planning staff to call on Escanaba native Kevin Chown, bassist for both Sebastian Bach and Steelheart.

“Kevin is from Escanaba and plays in a couple of bands,” Micheau said. “We thought it would be really cool to have both of Kevin’s bands here and play with them to kind of be the host of the town. He’s really backed our community over the last couple of years. He’s worked with our organization a lot. That’s where we added Friday night (bands) to make it more of a festival.”

Festival goers can expect three tiers of seating options for the event with grandstand/bleacher seating, and three tiers in front of the stage (pit, Tier 2 and Tier 3). Accessible seats will be available in front of the bleachers.

“This is a unique venue for people who have been to the U.P. State Fairgrounds before, this will be a new experience and I think people will be excited to see how the fairgrounds get converted,” Micheau said.

Chown also helped recruit Muskegon rock group Pop Evil, best known for songs like “Footsteps (Go Higher)” and “Walking Lines.”

“Pop Evil is a Michigan band,” Micheau said. “That’s something we thought would be a fun thing to feature—to have a Michigan band be a part of it—and something we’re

hoping to include in the future.”

The Northern Lights Music Fest organizers dream of becoming a host of Michigan-made artists and bands in the years to come.

“The end goal for us is to have this be a multi-day music festival that we have annually,” Micheau said. “We wanted to get a music festival going that was beyond just the normal U.P. State Fair, so we added that extra night. It seemed like the perfect addition.”

Micheau hopes to have this be

another building block of great live music in the area that folks can enjoy, especially during the summertime in an outdoor venue.

“We’re calling it the inaugural year,” he said. “Hopefully, it happens again, and hopefully, we can build on it. It’s such a big event with such a huge investment that we’ll have to see how it goes, but I think everyone’s intention, if everything goes right, is that we’ll have this again and keep building on it, even to the point of doing multiple shows

during the year at the fairgrounds.”

Chown has a full list of tour dates this summer but is excited to both share his hometown with his bandmates and in turn, share his music with his hometown.

“For me, it’s a bit of a full circle moment, especially playing with Sebastian because I met Sebastian in Escanaba in 2015 when he was playing a show here,” Chown said. “I had a lot of friends that were playing in his band, and I noticed they were in town and I reached out to them

Kevin Chown of Escanaba has performed with many popular acts, including on the main stage of the Monsters of Rock Cruise. (Photos courtesy of Kevin Chown)

and went out and saw their show. A couple of weeks later, I was playing in Sebastian’s band.”

Chown said “it’s in the water” — people love music in the U.P.

“It’s been a lot of fun to reestablish a connection with my hometown, and now be able to bring some of my friends from my outside world in for the festival,” Chown said. “I’m really looking forward to it.”

Chown said growing up in a musically-driven family set the perfect stage to return home to play an event like the Northern Lights Fest.

“I was lucky that I grew up in a musical family, so music always came naturally to me,” he said. “I looked at music like it was a business from the start. I always had my own bands in the Upper Peninsula, even as a teenager, and was a working professional from a very young age. I picked up the torch of my parents who have been musical pioneers in Escanaba since the 1950s. They started this work for me long before I started it in terms of bringing the arts and music back to Escanaba.”

To bring the large-scale magic of a big music festival to his hometown is something Chown never thought he’d see happen.

“But in a way, it feels like it’s been leading up to this for many years,” Chown said.

After living on the West Coast for several years, Chown has moved back to the Escanaba area to be with

his family. Since moving home, Chown has helped with the restoration of the House of Ludington, an event and lodging space.

“The House of Ludington is in the neighborhood that I grew up in, and is probably one of the most historic hotels in Escanaba,’’ Chown said. “Sometimes passion can get things across the finish line. I was brought in just to have a vision for what the place is, based on my experience as a touring musician.”

The festival project has been a combination of knowing different people in Escanaba who can help and having an understanding of the value and history of this place, Chown said.

“This place means a lot to Escanaba, and I want it to be something that comes back to life and lives on past me,” Chown said. “Bringing this place back to life, I hope one day, is just as much a part of my legacy as bringing a music festival into this town or carrying forward my parent’s traditions.”

Tickets, seating information and campsites for the festival can be purchased at www.NorthernLightsMusicFestival.com.

Jamie Glenn is a U.P. native who graduated from NMU in 2018 with a degree in creative writing and journalism. When she isn’t writing, she enjoys advocating for disability rights, playing sled hockey and listening to live music.

Rockers Ed Roth, Brent Woods, Chad Smith, Sebastian Bach with his wife Suzanne and Kevin Chown, shown backstage at The Baked Potato in Los Angeles. (Photo courtesy of Kevin Chown)

Worth the effort, whether wild or tame

By Katherine Larson

July is such a glorious month! Especially in the U.P., the sun shines, the bugs abate and the tedious aspects of our snowy season are forgotten while the delightful aspects are a happy if distant prospect.

The farmers’ markets, initially a source of mild impatience as we ate early summer’s greens and greens and yet more greens, begin to burgeon with mid-summer bounty. And, if Mother Nature is kind, the blueberries start to ripen.

Marquette’s Blueberry Festival is intelligently situated towards the end of the month, to maximize the chance of wild berries participating. Realistically, though, the Blueberry Festival — a gala celebration of all things blueberry — has to rely to some extent on cultivated berries. This month, therefore, I wish to honor the cultivated variety as well as the wild.

Heresy, you think? Ought I to reserve my praise for that apotheosis of U.P. joy, the ineffable and indescribable taste of a freshly-picked wild blueberry?

I take second place to no one in my appreciation for wild berries, especially since the picking process (more arduous as I age, but enjoyable nonetheless) only enhances their flavor. But I am a realist. There are years when, if I insisted on limiting myself to what my family could pick, I would feel berry-deprived.

Moreover, there are the bugs. There are the bears. There is the back, aching from picking or hampered by circumstances that forbid even the attempt. And there is the enormous risk of weath -

Some years, the wild blueberry harvest in the U.P. is bounteous — and some years, not. The plant requires less water than others, and is fairly well adapted to drought. (Photo by Katherine Larson)

er: a late frost, too little rain, the wrong amount of sun, too much or too little of all the ingredients necessary for the delicate balance that ends up in that sublime result: the blueberry.

Is it worth it? Yes. But is it the only way? No.

The cultivated variety of blueberry is different. But it’s still good.

(I write this with trepidation. I am married to a Yooper who, for many years, forbade a cultivated blueberry from crossing our threshold. I know that I’m way out on a limb here. But please, for a moment, bear with me.)

Cultivated blueberries come with an inspiring history focused on a woman: Elizabeth Coleman White, of Whitesbog, New Jersey. Born in 1871, she grew up relishing the work on her father’s cranberry bog in the state’s Pine Barrens. As she later told the Cranberry Growers Association, “I always shirked the woman’s job of serving meals and stuck close to my father’s side, eager to hear all the cranberry talk.”

Speaking to the New Jersey Horticultural Society, she added detail:

“[My father] taught me to stand with my back to the sun and look in my own shadow to get the best light in which to see and admire the developing buds or berries, how to distinguish the many injurious insects and their work and recognize when the bogs were too wet or too dry. He would explain to me his plans for extensions and improvements and in general made me a comrade in the business.”

Wait, wait, wait. Wasn’t I writing about blueberries? How did we digress into cranberries?

The key is soil: both blueberries and cranberries love sandy, acidic soil (the kind we have a lot of here in the U.P., and that White’s family property also enjoyed).

She wondered whether the family business could be extended to a second crop, one that would ripen in the summer and thus supplement the autumn surge of cranberries.

Enter USDA Bulletin #193, “Experiments in Blueberry Culture,” written in 1910 by Frederick V. Coville, a botanist at the U.S. Department of Agriculture, reporting on efforts at blueberry cultivation in New Hampshire.

The White family reached out to Coville, offering a combination of access to test fields on their property and collaboration with White herself. He agreed and they went to work.

Or, rather, first White went to work enlisting

the help of local foragers. Offering $1 to $3 per bush, she asked them to seek out and label wild bushes that produced bigger blueberries, and then paid them again to take her to those bushes via horse or buggy.

Cuttings were taken and brought back to Whitebog, where she rooted them and observed the results. The best were sent on to Coville for hybridizing in USDA greenhouses, whence they would return to Whitebog’s fields.

Wild blueberries are surprisingly good partners with many healthy ingredients — far more than just the traditional pie or other desserts that many of them end up in. (Photo by Katherine Larson)

Pumpkin Pecan Blueberry Pancakes

Courtesy of April Lindala

Ingredients

2 cups pumpkin seed flour*

1/4 cup maple sugar

1/4 cup cornmeal

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 cup chopped pecans

2 large duck eggs

1 cup water

1 cup frozen wild blueberries

A touch of sunflower oil

Directions

1. Mix dry ingredients first.

2. Add the duck eggs and warm water. Mix well again.

3. Add blueberries to the mixture.

According to a 2016 article in New Jersey Monthly , “Bushes were named for their finders: Sam, Grover, Harding, Haines. The best bush of all was found by one Rube Leek. Deciding that neither name would suit a blueberry, Coville and White came up with Rubel.”

4. Heat griddle and add the sunflower oil.

5. Pour pancake mix. Be sure to flip when the pancake starts to show lots of little holes.

Makes 12 cakes. Keep warm in the oven. Serve with warm maple syrup.

* April Lindala notes that pumpkin seed flour can be made by grinding raw shelled pumpkin seeds in a food processor, highspeed blender or coffee grinder. If you choose a coffee grinder, be sure to do it in small batches to avoid burning out the motor.

After six years of hard work, the White family farm was able to offer its first commercial blueberries for sale; they went on to sweep the agricultural world. Commercial blueberries are now grown in multiple states — very much including Michigan — and worldwide.

Fresh blueberries can be found and picked all around the U.P. and provide outstanding flavor in any dish. (Photo by Kristy Basolo-Malmsten)

White lived the whole of her life on the Whitebog farm, dying there in 1954. To be sure, her father did not leave it to her; he thought it necessary that a man, one of her brothers-in-law, inherit.

But she remained a driving force in its operations, living in a house that she built on the property and that included both a farm office and a dispensary for field workers. She surrounded it with a hedge of blueberries.

Of course, people had been eating blueberries in North America — including specifically in the U.P. — for millennia before White’s and Coville’s efforts at cultivation came to fruition. Moreover, those Native American berry harvests were not a matter of fortuity and nature’s whim. On the contrary, the people who inhabited this area regularly used fire to stimulate berry production.

This was a complex and highly skilled process and one with broad environmental implications. A 2022 article in Current Forestry Reports explains, “Among the plants and animals that benefit from fire are

Indigenous cultural keystone species … ‘that shape in a major way the cultural identity of a people, as reflected in the fundamental roles these species have in diet, materials, medicine, and/or spiritual practices.’ ... They include moose, bison, and numerous berry-producing shrubs, including wild huckleberry and a variety of blueberry species that are important as both food and medicinal plants.”

It is also a process that, with colonization, has fallen into a degree of desuetude in the Upper Peninsula. Native people who now inhabit this area find it challenging to use their ancestors’ skills in a land crisscrossed by land use regulations from the colonial era and beyond.

Moreover, the sheer quantity of would-be blueberry eaters has multiplied exponentially. As the wild blueberry supply (hemmed in by encroaching modernity and discouraged by the absence of Indigenous cultivation) has dwindled, simultaneously the demand has grown.

One of nature’s superfoods, blueberries can’t be beat. They have

Picking blueberries offers fresh air and exercise, which adds to the list of healthy benefits of the berry itself. (Photo by Kristy Basolo-Malmsten)

high levels of compounds called phytochemicals, reducing the risk of some cancers that are linked to chronic inflammation.

Blueberries can reduce high blood pressure and cut the risk of heart disease. They maintain brain functioning, and they are good for the gut: blueberries provide a prebiotic type of dietary fiber that helps our gastrointestinal tract flourish. Best of all, they taste wonderful.

In these circumstances, how can we eschew commercial blueberries? True, they are not wild. Equally true, they are far better than no

blueberries at all. In my opinion, blueberries — tame as well as wild — provide one of the best combinations of taste, texture, and good health available. I am happy to celebrate them all.

With deep respect, then, for the twin strands of blueberry lore running through Marquette life — its roots in millennia of Indigenous practice, its modern graft from a woman fascinated by agricultural possibilities — I offer three ways to eat blueberries.

The first is from April Lindala, whose recipe using deeply local ingredients is found in the Decol -

Blueberry-Watermelon-Feta Salad

Flavors blend best if the feta, watermelon, and cucumber are all cut into dice about the size of a tame blueberry.

Dressing

1⁄3 cup feta cheese, diced

1/2 small red onion or 3 or 4 green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Zest and juice from half a lemon or lime

1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes

Freshly-ground black pepper

Fruit

2 cups watermelon, diced, seeds removed

1 cup fresh blueberries

1 cup cucumber, diced

Big handful of fresh mint, thinly sliced

Directions

1. Whisk together dressing ingredients and let them sit together so flavors blend, half an hour or so.

2. Place fruit and mint in a bowl. Toss with dressing, taste to correct seasonings as necessary and serve.

onizing Diet Project Cookbook , published by Northern Michigan University’s Center for Native American Studies.

The second is from me, a recipe reflecting the multi-cultural, multisourced world of non-local agriculture and vibrant with enough flavor to compensate for the use of tame blueberries.

Of course, the fresher and more local your ingredients, the better it will taste.

And the third, in my opinion, is the best of all: find a bush filled with

ripe blueberries, pick a handful and put them in your mouth and chew. Bliss.

Katherine Larson is especially grateful for permission to use April Lindala’s recipe from Reinhardt, M., Lancaster, L., Lindala, A., & Moses, C. (2018). Decolonizing Diet Project Cookbook. Featuring Indigenous food recipes from the Great Lakes Region. Marquette, MI: Northern Michigan University, Center for Native American Studies. Miigwech!

Put the feta and various other dressing ingredients together at least a half an hour before eating so flavors can meld. (Photo by Katherine Larson)

When using a cucumber that’s been trucked from California, perhaps peel it; when using a cucumber from a local farm, keep the peel on and enjoy the extra texture, nutrition and flavor. (Photo by Katherine Larson)

Island race attracts national, international runners

By Eleni Robertson

Grand Island is known for many things — its luminous turquoise waters, sandstone cliffs overlooking Lake Superior, lush green forests and interesting historical landmarks.

Known formally as Grand Island National Recreation Area, it sits about a half-mile from the mainland, sheltering Munising’s South Bay, and is managed by the U.S. Forest Service.

It’s a place that’s worth the trouble to get to, and with about 21 square miles of land to explore, it attracts many thousands of visitors each year. However, there is a spectacular event that takes place each year on the island that may be lesser known: the Grand Island Trail Marathon.

While an island is not the first place most people would think to

put on a large event like an organized trail run, Lois Bressette and Jeff Crumbaugh saw it as an opportunity to do something different. Bressette and Crumbaugh serve as co-race directors and are the founders of Great Lakes Endurance, an organization that organizes trail running events of varying lengths mostly in the Upper Peninsula, but also in lower Michigan and Wisconsin.

Their journey began in 1999 when they started the Keweenaw Trail Running Festival. Both NMU alumni and avid runners, they started the event in order to share the joy of trail running with others.

“We were living in beautiful areas and there were all these beautiful trails we were running,” Crumbaugh said. “And we wanted everyone to experience them.”

Runner’s World magazine wrote

an article about the event that gave them good publicity.

“Our race grew quite a bit with that media attention,” Crumbaugh said. “And then runners would approach us and ask if we would come put on a race in their area.”

Time went on, and they continued to take suggestions and add races to their growing list. One friend who was a regular camper at Tourist Park Campground in Munising, located right across the water from Grand Island, suggested the island as a race location.

Bressette and Crumbaugh took that suggestion to heart, and the first Grand Island Trail Marathon took place in 2005. Initially, it was just a marathon and a 10K. Today, it’s a 50K, marathon and half-marathon, and it’s quite popular.

Runners come from around the country, with at least 35 different

The Grand Island Trail Marathon in Alger County attracts runners from at least 35 different states, as well as from Canada, Germany, Australia and China. (Photo courtesy of Grand Island Trail Marathon)

states represented at each race, and even from around the world, with participants coming from countries such as Canada, Germany, Australia and China.

The race is popular not just because of the obvious beauty of the area, but also because it’s considered a highly runnable route. Trails are mostly shaded, there are no massive climbs and there are lots of pleasant viewing areas. It’s accessible to all different levels of runners.

Part of this accessibility is also the culture of the event. While some runners are competitive, others treat it more like a running tour of the island, stopping to take pictures along the way and chat with volunteers at aid stations. It’s considered doable for runners who may not have any experience in trail running. In fact, Crumbaugh said, “A lot of the runners we have are first-time trail runners…so we do a really good job about marking trails clearly and making sure the runners are comfortable.”

But there are a lot of logistics to consider. Since most runners are from out of the area, the Holiday Inn Express, right next to the Grand Island Ferry service, serves as the

host hotel and runner check-in area. The Grand Island Ferry service, the only ferry service to the island, shuttles participants, volunteers, and supplies to the island.

Once on the island, volunteers need to get to the aid stations scattered around the island. The biggest challenge of all, however, is getting their truck across. This requires a barge, which can only operate under good weather and water conditions. One year, due to bad conditions, they couldn’t get their truck back to the mainland for a whole week.

“There are a lot of challenges,” Crumbaugh said. “But that’s part of the allure.”

Another unique aspect of Great Lakes Endurance is its commitment to environmental awareness.

“Right from the beginning we wanted to promote environmental education and awareness in our events,” Crumbaugh said.

From the start, they knew that it was important to them to do what they could to make their events sustainable and even make a positive impact on the race area.

After a typical running event, it’s common to see piles of trash,

Runners have spectacular views throughout the trail run, from beach to forest. (Photo courtesy of Grand Island Trail Marathon)

like disposable cups, scattered over the route. Instead of accepting this as inevitable, Bressette and Crumbaugh took measures to prevent it.

“We use refillable water bottles and compost and recycle everything,” Bressette said. They also make race shirts from organic cotton, and do everything they can to source local, organic food.

The Forest Service also has rules that restrict the number of people who can participate in the event in order to limit the impact it has on the landscape. By imposing these limits, the partnership with the Forest Service works really well for the race’s philosophy, Bressette said.

Another way in which they are able to partner with the forest service is through the restoration of a wildflower meadow in the center of Grand Island, through the U.S. Forest Service native plant restoration program. There was originally a building on the site of the meadow, and when it was torn down, it was just an empty clearing.

Proceeds from the race go towards restoring this meadow into a

native wildflower habitat.

Though today the island is part of the Hiawatha National Forest, it has had a colorful history. Archaeological evidence shows that thousands of years ago Native people fished, farmed, and hunted the island. During the 18th and 19th centuries, fur trappers and traders frequently moved through the area, mingling with the Native people.

The first white settlers to make a home on the island, Abraham and Anna Williams and their many children, arrived in 1840. The island was purchased from them in the early 1900s by William Mather, president of the Cleveland Cliffs Iron Company, who used the island as his personal vacation paradise and game preserve. Needless to say, the island has been recognized as a place of beauty and bountiful natural resources throughout history.

Bressette and Crumbaugh love the historical landmarks on the island and are eager to share some of their favorites.

“There’s the Williams Paul Cemetery just under two miles from the

Grand Island is in Alger County, about a half-mile from the mainland in the waters of Lake Superior. It offers a variety of recreational opportunities, from camping and hiking to swimming and kayaking. The views include beach, sandstone cliffs and a variety of forest terrain — something for everyone. (Photo courtesy Grand Island National Recreation Area)

boat landing, it’s a beautiful area right in the center of the island and there’s just a lot of history there, so that’s a place I suggest people go,” Bressette said.

She also recommended Mather Lodge, the private lodge formerly owned by William Mather that served as a place to entertain guests — unsurprisingly, it’s located in a picturesque spot.

It’s clear that it’s difficult for them to pick just one spot on the island, but when asked to name their absolute favorite place, Bressette said, “The North Light Beach area where the lighthouse is, it’s just so remote and primeval.”

Posed with the same question, Crumbaugh said, “My favorite part of the course is the beach on Trout Bay. That beach is bookended by 200-foot sandstone cliffs, the water is a Caribbean blue… but I think the runners’ favorite part is 50 yards past the finish line, where there’s a beach that makes the perfect post-race swim.”

It paints an idyllic image — people from around the world coming together to run miles and miles

through the woods, over the cliffs and along the beaches, ending with a swim in cool, crystalline water. Crumbaugh said they’ve never had the pleasure to participate in the race.

“Oh, we are way too busy on the actual day to participate,” he said.

It’s no surprise, though, because for them, competing is not what it’s about — it’s about bringing people together through the love of a sport and sharing their passion for beautiful places.

The Grand Island Trail Marathon will be held this year on July 29. There is a second event on Grand Island called Le Demi Grand on September 16, which features a half-marathon and 10K route.

For more information, visit www.greatlakesendurance.com.

For details about Grand Island and what it has to offer, visit www. grandislandup.com. MM

Eleni Robertson lives in the heart of the Hiawatha National Forest and spends her time outdoors, gardening and playing music.

Annual Hancock event offers run, food and fun

By Joyce Wiswell

Downtown Hancock and its environs will be hopping in mid-July during two popular events: Key Ingredients and the Canal Run.

Quincy Street, Hancock’s main thoroughfare, will close to vehicular traffic from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 14 for Key Ingredients. Billed as a celebration of local restaurants and musicians, the family-friendly event entices visitors to stroll along Quincy Street while sampling free goodies from local eateries and hearing tunes from a plethora of musicians.

“This gives our restaurants an opportunity to give a taste to the local community and those who are visiting,” said Todd Gast who handles community development for the City of Hancock’s Downtown Development Authority. “We have some awesome food here in Hancock and we

are celebrating that.”

Local musicians including Steve Wright, Mark Davis, Adrienne Newcomer, Bob Hiltunen, Mike Irish and Jan Arnold will entertain along Quincy Street.

There will also be regional music by Conga Finn from Marquette and LauluAika Finnish Folk Group from St. Paul, Minnesota.

LauluAika, which translates to “song time,” features Ishpeming native Ralph Tuttila, who is also an NMU graduate. He has played with the band Finn Hall for more than 30 years. For details about his band, visit www.lauluaika.com.

The band Outlaw’d — which played their very first gig in Hancock nearly 20 years ago — takes the stage at 8 p.m. in the parking lot behind 400 Quincy Street, complete with a beer tent, a first for Key Ingredients.

A few of the eateries that will be

participating with free samples are Gino’s Restaurant, the brand new Nisu Bakery & Cafe, Nutini’s Supper Club, 5th & Elm Coffee House at the Orpheum Theater and the Forge Foodsmith BBQ.

“It’s a Mrs. Fields kind of approach — if you give a sample, the likelihood of someone coming back is very high,” Gast said.

Race One, Race All Meanwhile,

Quincy Green park will be humming as hundreds of people pick up their race packets, which include a bib and courtesy race swag, for the annual Canal Run on Saturday, July 15.

This is the 48th year for the event, which features a variety of races and always occurs on the third Saturday in July.

Runners can choose from a fivemile run, a 10-mile run and a half-mar-

The annual Canal Run takes place on July 15 in Hancock. (Photo courtesy of the City of Hancock)

athon. There’s also a 10-mile walk, five-mile walk, two-mile fun run/walk and a free kids dash — as well as a half-marathon wheelchair race and a five-mile blade run for amputees.

“We don’t get a ton of people in the wheelchair and blade runs, but we would love to see that grow,” said Angela Luskin, race director and community health coordinator with presenting sponsor UP Health System-Portage. “We’re really trying to spread awareness that Canal Run is open to many people.”

Whichever way you participate, prepare for some lovely scenery and water views.

Half-marathoners take off from Koskela Road in Calumet, while the 10-mile race (and walk) commences a few miles to the south at McLain State Park. The race route along two-lane Highway 203 hugs the Portage Canal (also known as the Keweenaw Waterway), which was created in 1868 to accommodate freighters hauling copper from the many mines that once dotted the Keweenaw Peninsula.

Although the terrain may seem

pretty level when you’re in a car, it’s actually composed of gently rolling hills.

The undulating highway is not closed to motor vehicles for the race but Luskin said drivers are respectful.

“Last year the speed limit was reduced to 25 miles per hour, and we’re hoping for that again this year,” Luskin said. “We have several safety measures in place and support from the local police and MDOT.”

Last year about 750 people participated in Canal Run and organizers have the goal to eventually crack 1,000. The Race to 1,000 promotion gives past participants a $5 registration discount for each first-timer they refer.

Kids as young as two and seniors into their 80s have participated in Canal Run. The event has raised some $20,000 for local organizations through the years; this year’s recipient is 31 Backpacks, which provides food and personal hygiene products to atrisk kids in Keweenaw, Houghton and Baraga counties. 31 Backpacks provides more than 3,000 meals, almost

The Canal Run includes a half-marathon wheelchair race and a five-mile blade run for amputees. (Photo courtesy of City of Hancock)

1,000 servings of fruits and almost 900 snacks area children.

Carrying On

It’s a happy scene at the finishing line in downtown Hancock as racers are cheered by friends and family and hear their names announced on the radio station WMPL. And it will be a happy time for the City of Hancock, which is still adjusting to the shuttering of Finlandia University, a downtown mainstay for more than 100 years, and also the recent closing of the long-time Kaleva Café.

The city had agreed to purchase Quincy Green from Finlandia, but the deal wasn’t finalized before Finlandia announced its closure and its assets went into receivership.

Officials are hopeful the sale will still go through as the site is a downtown mainstay for winter sleigh rides, summer movies, the Tori farmers market and all sorts of other special events.

Despite the blow of losing Finlandia, a number of new businesses have recently opened in downtown Hancock, including a bakery/café, art supply store, home goods shop that also serves as a micro-incubator and an ax-throwing bar.

“A lot of positive things are hap-

Key Ingredients, the family-friendly music and food part of the Canal Run festivities, takes place July 14 on Quincy Green in Hancock. Finnish-inspired music will be on tap, as well as a beer garden and food offerings from local restaurants. (Photo courtesy of the City of Hancock)

Jan Arnold played during “Key Ingredients,” an evening of sights, sounds and tastes of Hancock last year. LauluAika, featuring Ralph Tuttila of Ishpeming, will play from 6 to 8 p.m. July 14 on the Quincy Green in Downtown Hancock next to the Finnish American Heritage center on Quincy Street. (Photo courtesy of the City of Hancock)

pening downtown,” Gast said. The Canal Run was started in 1975 and follows the rolling hills along the Portage Lake Shipping Canal. Local runner and owner of the WMPL radio station Bob Olson founded and orchestrated the event with his family and volunteers for many years. There is a Bob Olson Memorial Run and a scholarship that were created after his

death in 2018. Over the years, D&N Bank, UP Health System-Portage and Finlandia University signed on to help with the event. Visit www.canal.run for event details and to sign up.

Joyce Wiswell is a freelance writer and editor in Hancock.

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How we almost had our own star back then

By Larry Chabot

How much more can Yoopers take? Government agencies

— including our own state’s — leave us off their maps. Fox News gave us to Canada. Network news maps leave a hole where the U.P. should be or patch it onto Wisconsin. Good grief, even the U.S. Census Bureau left us off. Sympathizers in other area codes wonder if Yoopers have cars, live in caves, use outhouses or ever see grass.

This story has been passed around: a woman drove north across the Mackinac Bridge, entered a bank in St. Ignace, and asked to exchange her American money for Canadian dollars. Possibly she was the same camper who asked a friend of mine at a campground in Curtis where he was from. The Upper Peninsula, he said. “Oh, welcome to Canada,” she said.

Visitors accustomed to city living can get spooked passing through seemingly endless U.P. forests. Reporter Tim Murphy of Mother Earth News found that “you can drive 40 minutes without seeing a house, let alone a town.” Since 85 percent of the U.P. is forested, folks with dendrophobia (fear of trees) find the woods really creepy.

But, hey: enough already with the whining! Actually, Upper Michigan has been in the dialogue since our nation’s infancy. No less an eminence than founding father Thomas Jefferson proposed an upper midwestern state called Sylvania, to include Upper Michigan. Before Michigan achieved statehood in 1837, there was talk of combining the U.P. with a chunk of Wisconsin, named Superior or Ontonagon, on the still-prevalent belief that the area’s concerns would be ignored by downstate politicians. After all, Ironwood at the far western end of the U.P., is 662 miles from the southeast Michigan border with Ohio — a long and bumpy ride in horse-andbuggy days. That trip faced a daunting barrier at the Straits of Mackinac where the two peninsulas are separated by five miles of water.

In pre-bridge days, the gap was traversed only by boat or on winter ice. The Mackinac Bridge, opened in 1957, is the only link between the two peninsulas. The dimensions here are not trivial: the U.P. comprises 30 percent of Michigan’s land mass, while the massive Mackinac span is among the five longest suspension bridges in

the world. Many avoided the Straits, going through Wisconsin and Illinois.

Not too long after statehood, agitators for secession called a constitutional convention in 1858 in the lakeshore town of Ontonagon, which already boasted a population of several thousand and had the five-story Bigelow Hotel to host the plotters. The Bigelow was also home to the Lake Superior Miner newspaper, which certainly must have covered the event.

The meeting drew praise from the distinguished New York Times, which approved joining the U.P. with parts of Wisconsin and Minnesota in a separate state. “Unless Congress should interpose objections,” editorialized the Times, “we see no cause why the new State of Ontonagon should not speedily take her place as an independent member of the union.” If successful, Ontonagon would have become the 33rd state, nestled alphabetically between OK and OR.

In 1959, the itch resurfaced, following statehood for Alaska and Hawaii, when Ironwood resident Ted Albert sued for “divorce” from the Lower Peninsula. In 1962, the Upper Peninsula Independence Association was founded to work for secession but failed to collect enough signatures to place the issue before the voters.

The dream lived on. In the 1970s, State Representative Dominic Jacobetti of Negaunee and other U.P. legislators (collectively referred to as the U.P. Mafia) tried to enact legislation

but were unsuccessful. Jacobetti became the face of secession throughout the state. The former miner and union leader held the powerful position of chair of the appropriations committee. Bruce Cox, the biographer of the aforementioned Ted Albert, recalled that Jacobetti and State Senator Joe Mack “were both supporters of the movement, but ignored Albert.” Cox and Wakefield publisher Andy Hill wondered if the two might have been eyeing U.S. senate seats in a new state, although popular opinion pictured Jacobetti in the governor’s chair.

No More Ore from Labrador

In the 1970s, Lansing City Pulse columnist Eric Freedom wrote that many Yoopers feared stricter environmental laws were direct threats to the U.P.’s big three industries: mining, lumbering and agriculture. He quoted historian Camden Burd who saw that “many residents of the Upper Midwest opposed modern environmentalism for economic reasons.”

Mining, especially, was threatened by competition from U.S. and foreign mines and increasing imports of cheap steel. A political slogan in a 1950s congressional race promised “No more ore from Labrador” in reference to imported steel from Canada. Jacobetti believed the U.P. could “manage our natural resources as we see fit for the best interest of everyone concerned.”

Not everyone had a seat on the bandwagon. Anti-secessionists doubt-

Illustration by Mike McKinney

ed if the new state could support itself without the infusion of state funds and the loss of downstate students in U.P. colleges (no longer eligible for instate tuition).

Environmentalists felt that stronger environmental laws would entice tourists and outdoor recreationists to bolster the economy, moving one downstate Congressman to propose that the entire U.P. be preserved as a giant park. Secessionists countered by declaring that the only beneficiaries of this traffic would be minimum-wage workers.

Senator Mack was well-known for his remark that these visitors come to the U.P. with a pair of underwear and a $5 bill and don’t change either one. (Politicians in New York state have used almost identical language about hunters.)

In his book Break It UP, author Richard Kreitner noted that secession fever has kept the pot boiling for years, beginning with the greatest split of all: the revolt of American colonies against England. Notable efforts festered in California, Texas, Hawaii, Vermont, Alaska, all of New England, and the same states whose seceding led to the Civil War.

A CNN list of eight “rebellious regions” had two from Michigan: the U.P. and Beaver Island.

For a history class project, an Ohio high school student named Bob Heft designed a 50-star U.S. flag when we only had 48 states. When Alaska and Hawaii were being admitted, Heft sent his design to the White House, which moved President Eisenhower to call him with the news that his work had been accepted. If the U.P. ever becomes the 51st state, well, not to worry Heft designed that one, too.

A new state would need a litany of official stuff: state flower (dandelion?) state bird (mosquito?), a capital city (how about Paradise?) and legislators from 15 counties.

Daydreamers mulling over potential candidates for office in the 1960s were certainly aware the U.P. was already well represented in Washington by veteran Congressmen John Bennett of Ontonagon and Victor Knox of Sault Ste. Marie.

It all came to naught — for now…

Larry Chabot, an Ontonagon native, worked his way through Georgetown University and was then employed at White Pine Copper Company for 32 years, before moving to Marquette with his wife, Betty. He is a freelance writer who has written for several publications, including more than 180 articles for Marquette Monthly.

Dragonflies & Damselflies

“If you are old, and wish to be young again, if only for a moment, try and identify a dragonfly.”

—Simon Barnes

By Scot Stewart

Imagine a creature living on the bottom of a dark pond, riding over the mud between plumyshards of milfoil, that aquatic plant that looks like a horsetail and gets wrapped around canoe paddles and boat propellers.

The dark brown, spidery creature is a stealthy hunter, preying on small aquatic insects like stoneflies, caddisflies, mayflies and other invertebrates like scuds (fresh-water shrimp).

It usually sits still or moves extremely slowly along the pond’s bottom until it locates its prey. When the target finally comes within range, the creature shoots out the lower part of its mouth with lightning speed to grab its prey.

As the predator gets larger, it turns to bigger prey like small tadpoles and eventually larger bullfrog tadpoles, small fish like daces and sticklebacks, and eventually even small frogs like spring peepers!

Then, one early morning when the air is warm, after living underwater up to five years long, the creature climbs up a reed or rush and splits the skin across its back. Slowly it crawls out of that stiff, grayish-brown skin.

Then, like a butterfly, it pumps bodily fluids into its folded, crumpled wings until they are broadly spread, then dries. In as little as 45

minutes, but usually, in a few hours, it has transformed from a watery crawler into a graceful, speedy, aerial wonder.

The creature is a young dragonfly. Dragonflies are extremely important insects in Upper Peninsula creeks, ponds and lakes. The young, called nymphs or naiads, often go completely unnoticed because of

their life at the bottom of the water, but that changes when they become adults.

Once they are in the air, they have some of the most amazing flying abilities of anything in the air. Built similarly to a helicopter, with two sets of wings on the top of its thorax, some can fly up to 30 miles per hour, forward, straight up, and even

backward.

Dragonflies are some of the oldest residents of the world today. They were among the first insects to have wings, and originated during a time when the Earth’s atmosphere contained more oxygen, about 30 percent. At first glance, it would seem the higher oxygen levels would be an advantage, helping the insects

The frosted whiteface is found in the northeastern United States and southern Canada. (Photo by Scot Stewart)

to grow larger in the rarefied air, but there can be too much of a good thing, and the higher oxygen levels may have actually had a poisoning effect on the larval and nymph forms of aquatic insects.

They absorb oxygen directly through their exoskeleton. Because they could not control that absorption, they actually experience a type of oxygen poisoning caused by their small size ratio to the outer surface area. The strategy they developed to deal with this problem was to increase their size. Since bigger individuals were probably more likely to survive, they were able to pass those favorable genes on helping descents to become larger.

In the Upper Peninsula, the largest dragonflies, the common green darners, average 3.1 inches long and have a wingspan of just three inches. They seem like giants, being nearly twice the size of many other dragonflies, but pale in comparison to those early goliaths.

Today’s dragonflies are important predators of mosquitoes, flies and other insects of concern to human health. In earlier times, dragonflies were sometimes called “devil’s darning needles.” They often flew close to people’s heads, and, in European folklore, were described as creatures capable of sewing the mouths, ears or noses shut of sleeping children if

they had misbehaved.

Some ancient cultures also believed dragonflies followed snakes, sewing up their wounds and healing them. Today people often welcome the sight of a dragonfly, or better, a group of them flying around because the often hunt other insects attracted to humans.

Dragonflies have meant a variety of things to different cultures. In many Asian cultures, there is a strong connection between dragonflies and their habitat — the wetlands where rice is grown. Nothing like a connection with an important food.

In Native American cultures there is a great variety of symbolism connecting dragonflies to mythology, art and stories. Dragonflies show up in petroglyphs in the southwest as cross-like figures with a double crossbar. Dragonflies have come to symbolize swiftness, strength, fresh water and transformation. Their aerial abilities make it easy to un-

The neon skimmer, above, can be found in Texas, while the crimson-ringed whiteface, at right can be found across Canada, and Northern United States. (Photos by Scot Stewart)

derstand admiration for moving and being in motion. Their early development requires clean water. Because of their life cycle, leaving water without an opportunity to return resembles the path of humans leaving the womb.

Dragonflies, and their close smaller relatives, damselflies, are of course insects, and belong to the scientific group, the order Odonata, the “toothed ones.” They get their name from tiny teeth on their lower mandibles used to grip and hold the prey they catch. Estimates vary, but up to 5,000 species occur worldwide, and more than 320 of them live in the United States.

Although their metamorphosis resembles a butterfly breaking out of its chrysalis, a dragonfly life cycle has only three parts, egg, nymph or naiad, and adult. It is called incomplete because the metamorphosis occurs within the exoskeleton of the nymph. There is no cocoon or similar structure to house the changing form. Most insects have a four-step life cycle — egg, larvae, pupae, adult — where the changes occur in the resting pupal stage.

The length of time spent as a nymph depends on the temperature of the water where they live. In warm tropical waters, the underwater life may last only a year. In cooler waters, like those in the Upper Peninsula, it can take three to five years.

“Who would deduce the dragonfly from the larva, the iris from the bud…? … We are all shape-shifters and magical reinventors. Life is really a plural noun, a caravan of selves.”

—Diane Ackerman.

Adult dragonflies have four wings, set in two pairs atop their midsections. They were called illusions by the Dakota/Lakota because their wings move so fast. Close examination reveals the veins in some whitefaces divide the clear wings into an amazing array of polygons. Some dragonflies have colored portions of the wings. They can be reddish, grayish, brown or coal-black.

There are other similarities between butterflies and dragonflies

The frosted whiteface is found around marshy or boggy areas throughout the northeastern United States and into Canada. (Photo by Scot Stewart)

— some of each migrate. While the stories of monarch and lesser-known painted lady and American painted lady butterflies are recognized for their amazing migration flights over several generations each year, some dragonflies do the same thing. The common green darner needs three generations to migrate from the northern United States to the Gulf Coast and back.

It starts with a generation that emerges from nymphs here in the U.P. and southern Canada in late summer. As the days shorten and the temperatures drop, they begin sometimes massive flights south, often flying with other species.

Some flights are so large they can be seen in Doppler Radar images at night. These flights can offer huge banquets to the larger swallows, some hawks, like Swainson’s, a western species and falcons like merlins.

Once they arrive in the Gulf Coast states, they lay eggs and die. A sec-

ond-generation hatches from those eggs, but does not migrate. This group of contemporaries does not migrate but stays in that southern region and raises another generation that eventually migrates back north, lays eggs and starts the process over again.

Like the butterflies, the last generation has never been to the most northerly edge of their range before but somehow finds its way “home.”

There are dozens of dragonflies that live in the waters of the Upper Peninsula. Besides the common green darner, there are around a dozen other species of darners. All are large with green or blue stripes on their flanks. Smaller dragonflies include a number of whitefaces and meadowhawks, smaller dragonflies, around two inches long and the same size wide, with orange, grayish blue or red bodies. They can be seen from June until late October in warmer autumns.

But there are many more dragon-

For some skimmers, metamorphosis occurs within the exoskeleton of the nymph, shown here. (Photo by Scot Stewart)

flies, and the mix of them changes as habitats change for them. Harlow Lake is a great place to look for a wide variety of larger dragonflies during the summer.

Red calico pennants rest on the shrubs along the north shore, occasionally chased by large bright, yellow-striped dragon hunters. And even these larger dragonflies have to avoid resting places where large, strong spider webs hold danger. Flycatchers, swallows and even frogs are other dangers to avoid.

Warming on the large granite rock outcroppings are dusky and ashy clubtails, dragonflies with enlarged tips to their abdomens. Perhaps one of the rarer and most beautiful early summer dragonflies is the blue dasher, resting on the edge of a small maple tree or leatherleaf branch.

Their eyes are teal green, their tails are powder blue and their midsection thoraxes have yellow stripes. Some dragonflies can be deceiving because they change color as they mature.

Head over to the Wetmore Bog and the composition of species changes quite a bit. Most common are the frosted whitefaces, with dusky blue eyes and white plates covering the front of their heads.

Those eyes are of the compound variety, made of up to 30,000 individual ocelli, or individual eyes work together to see the orange to UV range of the spectrum, in 3-D.

They cannot focus but are extremely sensitive to motion and can focus on extremely close subjects.

Because the eyes resemble the globe-shaped pilot’s section of a helicopter, they do offer an almost 360-degree view. Also there at the bog are large Canada darners. A real beauty, crimson-ringed white faces, have intensely red thoraxes and black abdomens.

“Intoxications of life’s morning! Enchanted years! The wing of a dragonfly trembles! Oh, reader, whoever you may be, do you have such memories?”

—Victor Hugo

Meadows and pond edges at Presque Isle are filled with mid-summer meadowhawks. Small, very active dragonflies, they scoot around the grasses looking for small flies and other grassland species. They often hunt near milkweed, clovers and other flowers looking for the insects attracted to them.

When it comes time to mate, much of the activity occurs near water where the eggs will be laid. Many males have claspers on the end of their abdomens. When they find a female, they attach the claspers to her behind her head and can fly in tandem together. When she finally agrees to mate, she pulls her abdomen up under his and they join together so she can receive his ge-

The eastern pondhawk can be found around ponds and still waters and are identifiable by their green eyes. (Photo by Scot Stewart)

netic material.

Finally, she will fly over the water and touch her abdomen to the water’s surface to release her eggs. They will sink down to the bottom to hatch. There are some dragonflies that attach their eggs to vegetation below the water’s surface when they lay them, reducing the chances of them being eaten before they hatch.

Mating can create problems for some females when they reach their breeding ponds and lakes, and more males show up than females. The males can become highly aggressive, producing an interesting response from common hawker dragonflies in Switzerland.

If they wish to avoid mating with an overly pushy male, they simply drop out of the sky, landing on their backs where they play dead. This can be a very successful strategy although some males will stick around to see if “she revives.” Only five species of animals play dead to avoid mating.

The dragonflies’ smaller cousins are called damselflies. They rare-

ly get to be more than an inch and a half in length and can be distinguished by their resting position, with wings folded over their backs.

There is a group called the spreadwings that rest with the wings half open. The nymphs of many damselflies have three feathery gills on the tip of the abdomen to help them draw oxygen from the water.

There are 2,942 species of damselflies worldwide, with 135 in the United States. These are the cute little neon blue insects landing on the tip of fishing poles set up over the water. They also come in a wide variety of colors, but one of the most impressive species in the Upper Peninsula is the ebony jewelwing found on a number of spots on the Dead River, Harlow Lake and other streams and lakes. The males have metallic green bodies and jet-black wings.

Unlike the speedy dragonflies, damselflies are slow, fluttery fliers, always seeming to be a step ahead of threats. They often move higher and higher if pursued.

The common whitetail lives across North America. (Photo by Scot Stewart)

“Deep in the sun searched growths, the dragonfly hangs like a blue thread loosened from the sky.”

—Dante Gabriel Rossetti

Dragonflies seem like the freest creatures in the world. Able to flit and dart about one moment and dive into the thick, heavy hot summer air the next in pursuit of a meal, they are highly adept at their jobs and have one of highest success rates of any animal catching their prey — more than 90 percent in some studies.

They display a wonderful array of colors. The neon skimmer down south is a brilliant orange-red. The twelve-spotted skimmer has a patterned set of wings with powder blue and black spots on all four wings. Eastern pondhawks can be forest green or bright powder blue. Amberwings have bright orange wings and orange stripes on each segment of their abdomens.

They each can put on a mesmerizing show around their waterways throughout the summer, clearing out some of the mosquitoes and flies along the way, but bringing a feeling of life being lived to its fullest. MM

Scot Stewart has lived in Marquette long enough to be considered a true Yooper even though he was born in Illinois. He is a teacher and loves to be outdoors photographing and enjoying nature.

The twelve-spotted skimmer eats mosquitoes, flies, damselflies and moths. (Photo by Scot Stewart)

Hounding Rocks lookout point

Keweenaw Mineral Days scheduled for early August

By Lily Venable

Embark on a captivating adventure across the stunning landscapes of the Keweenaw Peninsula in the exhilarating pursuit of recreational rock hunting. If you’re looking for an exciting way to explore the great outdoors, it might just be the adventure you’ve been searching for.

Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula reveals a hidden world of geological treasures waiting to be unearthed.

When it comes to tourism, geotourism is just a piece of the pie that makes Keweenaw a destination, as folks from all over travel to the Keweenaw to check out the renowned A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum, the largest public exhibit of an outstanding collection of Great Lakes minerals. This August, they’re hosting Keweenaw Mineral Days, and here’s why you don’t want to miss it.

Mineral Days is a pre-registrant-only event for both veteran and beginner rockhounds. According to

John Jaszczak, museum director and curator, the journey starts with seeing the mineral museum itself.

“I hear people all the time saying, ‘Wow, I had no idea. Do these really form like this inside the earth?’ ” Jaszczak said. “That gets them started.”

Pre-registrants gain access to an outdoor mineral surplus sale, a private viewing and an exclusive silent auction. It’s an opportunity to buy different specimens from a surplus collection of new and old donations to the museum over the years. The special sale includes Keweenaw minerals as well as treasures from all over the world and occurs every year on August 4.

Jaszczak is most looking forward to the lecture by notable rock collector, speaker, author and Michigan Tech alum Tom Rosemeyer on “Micromineral Treasures from Michigan’s Copper Country,” complete with captivating illustrations, light refreshments and door prizes.

Registrants can enjoy 15 percent off at the museum gift shop as well as 15 percent off at Keweenaw Gem and Gifts store in Houghton. Among the gift shop’s many specialties is jewelry created with local agates and greenstone, Michigan’s state gemstone.

From August 4 to 12, the public can also enjoy free admission to the museum.

“Because of the long history of copper mining, engineers and geologists in the Keweenaw, there’s always been this culture of collecting minerals here,” Jaszczak said. “Helping to support that has been the museum, which has just celebrated 120 years. It’s a beautiful place to see the riches from not only the peninsula but all over the world.”

This year, the museum is kicking things off with the Mineral Days event and then passing the torch to the Copper Country Rock & Mineral Club, which is hosting Keweenaw Week, group-led rock-picking

The Lake Superior shoreline, especially in the Keweenaw, offers a variety of treasures, including copper crystals, greenstones, datolite, analcime, agates, Yooperlites and even silver. (Photo by Lily Venable)

adventures from August 6 through August 13, with a new Copper Country mine chosen for each day. Make new friends as you search for copper, copper crystals, silver, greenstones, epidote, analcime, datolite and prehnite. Keweenaw Week has a maximum limit of 40 people per trip and requires registration using the Copper Country Rock & Mineral Club’s website at https://ccrmc.info.

“It’s easy and fun and accessible to collect agates and fluorescents on the beaches. Families and kids love it,” Jaszczak said. “It’s been given a resurgence because it’s fun and accessible.”

Ben Emkin, local dad, artist and “Booze Shaman” at the Keweenaw Co-op, would have to agree. Emkin came to the Upper Peninsula for the rocks and stayed for the … well … rocks.

“When we first moved up [from Madison, Wisconsin], I was a stayat-home-dad,” Emkin said. “My wife, Charity, would come home and see that look on my face, and she would say, ‘I’m taking you to the beach.’ It truly became my outlet to deal with stress at the time. You don’t have to know anyone to go look for

rocks. We wouldn’t have moved up here if not for rocks, and we certainly wouldn’t have stayed if we didn’t find that connection.”

Emkin incorporates his best finds into jewelry that he then wirewraps meticulously by hand, and uniquely keeps some facets of the stone unsmoothed to showcase their natural weathered curves and edges. You can find Ben’s one-of-a-kind creations at the Gallery on 5th in Calumet, at the Eagle Harbor and Copper Harbor art fairs, or on Etsy as Northern Slag.

And he isn’t here to gatekeep. If you want to get your rockpickers wet, Emkin recommends sturdy shoes and heading to Calumet Waterworks, the Black Creek Sanctuary, or the mouth of the Gratiot River in Allouez.

“The geology changes the further north you go, so by the time you get to Eagle River, you’re seeing totally different rocks than you saw down in Calumet,” Emkin said.

But if everyone goes looking for rocks, won’t we run out? Yes and no. Agates become rare as more and more end up in someone’s collection, but these rocks get mixed up and redistributed by the weather and the waves.

“It’s actually one of the amazing joys of picking rocks,” Emkin said. “You can walk down a beach and someone else will be walking behind you 200 yards, and they’re picking a different beach than you just picked. Not only because of the push and pull

Above, local rockhound Rob Kangas identifies a mineral at Calumet Waterworks. At right, white quartz and other minerals can be found along Lake Superior in the Keweenaw Peninsula. (Photos by Lily Venable)

of the waves, but you’re just viewing it from a different point of view.”

Emkin noted that because the beaches freeze in the winter, they could look totally different than the year before.

“Sometimes on a rocky beach, the rocks will just be gone,” he said. “Where’d they all go? They probably washed back into the water and eventually, they’ll tumble back up in storms and stuff like that. It’s a different beach from minute to minute, but definitely from year to year.”

Beyond the classic Yooperlite, a fluorescent sodalite that glows under UV light, according to Emkin, the Keweenaw is home to several other rare stones that can only be found within its untamed wilderness: Mohawkite, for example, is a rare stone mixture of algodonite, domeykite and arsenic-rich copper, named for its flagship discovery in Mohawk, Michigan.

Jacobsville Sandstone, a streaked red sandstone, is predominantly found in the Keweenaw as well as parts of Ontario. Then there’s the Brockway Mountain agate, a specific type of agate only found on Brockway Mountain.

Of all the rare stones, perhaps most coveted among shoppers and rockhounds alike is copper replacement agate.

This rare agate, with its earth-toned, swirly patterns, can only be found in Wolverine, of Calumet Township, in Mine Shaft #2. It’s a private property right off of the ATV trails, but you will still find folks digging through slag piles to find one.

Due to its rarity, small fragments of copper replacement agate can fetch hundreds of dollars on platforms like Etsy.

But as your local “rockhound” will know, when you’re on your knees sifting through the rocky shores of Lake Superior, finding any agate is cause for celebration. Plus, there are many other shapes and colors to behold, from iridescent quartz to smooth, emerald sea glass.

If you turn up empty-handed, you still have a chance to find that agate for your collection. The Agatelady Rock Shop in Grand Marais, (owned by Karen, AKA the Agate Lady) is well worth the visit to see some of the prize finds from rock-pickers’ past.

There’s a variety of quintessential rock shops, from the Keweenaw Agate Shop in Copper Harbor to the Rock Shop at the Yooper Tourist Trap, to find the rock that speaks to you and bring home your very own piece of the Keweenaw.

Learning about, hunting for and collecting gems, rocks and minerals is all about the allure of finding something unique and immersing yourself in the natural world, as remnants of primordial formations make it to your fingertips despite sand, water, lava, and millions of years.

The rock treasures that nature gives us in the Keweenaw mainly come from glaciers distributing rocks formed by ancient lava streaming from deep within the earth’s core.

In all their gentle glory, rocks are a powerful reminder of their eternal perpetuity, giving us a record from long ago, reminding us that we are but visitors here.

To register for Keweenaw Mineral Days, visit www. museum.mtu.edu/KMD2023. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for kids up to age 17.

To register for Keweenaw Week events, visit www. ccrmc.info. Day trips are $45 per person.

Lily Venable is a cook, mother, veggie enthusiast, ghost hunter and community-oriented creative in the Keweenaw Peninsula. For more from Lily visit lilyvenable.com.

A medley of colorful rocks can be found on the shores in Eagle Harbor. (Photo by Lily Venable)

Keweenaw artist and rock enthusiast Ben Emkin holds a large Lake Superior agate while rocking a homemade agate necklace. (Photo by Lily Venable)

Local biking enthusiast tackles race, life challenges

By Kristi Evans

Elizabeth Sabin of Marquette has an ambitious goal of completing three of the most grueling 100-mile mountain biking events that are part of the 2023 National Ultra Endurance (NUE) Race Series. Her most formidable challenge will come in September with the Marji Gesick in Ishpeming, which has been called “the hardest single-day mountain bike race in America.”

Sabin got serious about the sport during the pandemic, not only for the personal challenge and satisfaction, but to inspire others — especially girls — to participate in outdoor activities that enhance their physical and mental health. She is bravely transparent about her own struggle with anorexia nervosa. The mental illness nearly caused her to be hospitalized in eighth grade and derailed her participation in school sports for a time.

In addition to professional counseling and a loving support network, Sabin credits mountain biking with transporting her to a better place.

“Being out on a bike during an ultra-endurance race and pushing the hardest I can for over 12 hours sometimes has helped me get to know my body better,” said Sabin, who already finished the Cohutta 100 in Tennessee and the Mohican 100 in Ohio. “It has also taught me to have a healthier relationship with food. People think athletes eat a clean diet of fruits, veggies and protein. But healthy fats and carbs are necessary, too. It’s all about balance and making sure food not only fuels your performance, but brings you joy. My mom’s cookies are one of my favorite fuels during 100 milers.

“Anorexia is one of the toughest things I’ve ever faced. Even though I’ve recovered a ton, I’m not fully

cured. But it has taught me valuable life lessons beyond eating: the importance of loving yourself and being your own mental health advocate. Mountain biking has been a huge mental game-changer for me. It provides freedom from life stressors and a way to connect with the outdoors and like-minded people. It’s also an insanely fun sport. We’re so lucky to have amazing and challenging trails to ride nearby.”

Sabin was only a casual biker growing up. She excelled at running. She recalls in middle school noticing that other runners were thinner and soon adopted the mindset that she needed to lose weight to be faster. Sabin cut out all desserts first, including her mom’s cookies that now fuel her biking, and then hyper-focused on other foods and exercise. When she became deeply entrenched in the throes of anorexia, her coaches, doctors and parents nixed her involvement in sports.

By her freshman year of high school, Sabin was teetering on being healthy enough to participate. She

Marquette biker Elizabeth Sabin has taken on some of the most grueling mountain bike races offered in the area, including 100-mile races and national endurance rides. (Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Sabin)

Sabin

was allowed to compete in track if she maintained a specified weight, and she was able to do that. Her plan was to continue in track at Northern Michigan University following a redshirt freshman season. But recognizing that anorexia’s lingering effects associated with stunted growth and weakened knees could potentially result in permanent damage, she decided to switch gears from competitive running to the lower-impact option of mountain biking.

In addition to training and competing, Sabin imparts her love for the sport to others. The Sandy Knoll Elementary teacher coaches the local Little Bellas girls mountain bike club for ages 7 to 13. They meet for trail rides in late summer/early fall and participate in fun games and activities designed to build confidence and socialization skills.

“It’s an amazing program that encourages mentoring and positive role models,” she said. “When I heard it was starting up as the first in Michigan four years ago, I was really excited to participate and I’ve been with it ever since. I like encouraging girls in the sport because it’s still so male-dominated. And it’s great that scholarships support bike purchases and the program’s operation. One thing I love is making mountain biking more attainable for the average person because it’s expensive. More than running shoes, which is one reason I’m also

the head coach of the Sandy Knoll track team. We have 70 members.”

Sabin owns multiple bikes herself, including two full-suspension models: a Scott Spark RC for cross-country racing; and a Specialized Epic for faster downhill riding. She said bikes are her only splurge, in part because she doesn’t have much time to spend money on other things.

In addition to her work and volunteer service, training at a higher level for three of the most difficult ultra-endurance races has required six days of biking per week and two weightlifting/core-strengthening sessions per week.

“It takes consistently working hard and making time for it each day,” Sabin said. “These three races are some of the toughest because they have the most single track — upwards of 70 miles through rocks and roots — and the most climbing, with over 12,000 feet of elevation gain. The Marji’s the hardest. I’ve tried it twice. The first year, I was stung by bees and had an allergic reaction. The second year, I suffered horrible heat exhaustion at mile 65. That’s the one I want to finish the most.”

Sabin said her goal is to complete the series, not win it all.

“I’m doing it to see what I’m capable of and to encourage girls to try challenging things,” she said. “At most of the races, there are usually at least 300 men and single digits of women.

A lot of people do ultra-endurance long-term; there was a 58-year-old woman who beat me earlier this year. I would like to continue biking and inspiring others, but I won’t continue racing at this level or these distances because I have other priorities in life that I want to reserve time for.”

Sabin was quick to recommend an inspiring and educational book for people interested in learning about eating disorders and sports: “Brave Enough” by Jesse Diggins, the first-ever cross-country skiing gold medalist for the United States at the Winter Olympics. Diggins openly shares her harrowing struggle with bulimia as she goes far beyond stories of races and ribbons to describe the challenges and frustrations of becoming a serious athlete.

“Sometimes people with mental health issues think it won’t get better and they’ll suffer alone,” Sabin said. “I’m proof that it can get better. I just encourage people to invest time in their mental health, not just their physical health. It could be as easy as a 15-minute walk outside in peace or journaling before bed.”

For more information on Sabin, visit www.elizabethsabin.com.

Kristi Evans is a public relations professional, writer and hobby photographer who spends much of her free time outdoors.

Elizabeth Sabin, at lower left, enjoys a moment with the members of the Little Bellas girls mountain bike club, which offers a weekly biking program in Western Marquette County. (Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Sabin)

Author embraces U.P. setting in legal thriller superior reads

Reviewed by Victor Volkman

Nathan Shore’s debut nov el “The Blue Flame” from Barque Point Press asks the question “Can you ever go home again?” Protagonist Ben Hirsch grew up in Manistique where his father was a foreman at the mill. After he graduated from law school, he nev er gave a second thought to living in the U.P. He was at the top of his game in a two-man law firm down in Lansing, overbilling clients, drinking too much and generally living the high life.

All that comes to a calam itous halt when Hirsch com mits a faux pas too egregious for the State Bar of Michigan to overlook and his career is gone for good. In our society, a practicing attorney is one guy you never want to mess with. However, on the other side of disbarment and with no chance for redemption, he’s only fit for menial labor.

Hirsch has quickly blown through his savings, with less than $100 in his pocket, his car as his last remaining asset and eviction is only days away.

Shore’s novel is a tour de force in a new genre I’m going to call “Northern Noir,” in honor of the antihero tradition of those classic black-and-white films like Double Indemnity, D.O.A or The Third Man. Hirsch is not a likable man and has just hit rock bottom. As such, we will root for him to have a shred of hope.

Hope arrives in the form of a call out of the blue from former law school classmate Kyle Severson, now a deputy prosecuting attorney for Delta County. Severson has “work” for Hirsch, although he is quite evasive about what it is until Hirsch has made the long drive from Lansing to Escanaba.

He is to stay with Severson’s family in their commodious house until Hirsch can get on his feet again. Trouble is, Ben had a relationship back in the day with Kyle’s now-wife and the tension is too much, so an indefinite stay turns into just a few days.

Severson has a “job” in mind, but it’s nothing remotely legal. Hirsch is to be a consultant and work off the books to investigate a powerful U.P.

ily that is almost cer tainly involved in the drug trade that has become a scourge in this part of rural America. By “crime family,” I don’t mean Don Corleone of The Godfather, rather think of Boyd Crowder in Elmore Leonard’s Justified. Hirsch’s cover is going to be working outdoors as a line inspector for the local natural gas company that covers most of the south-central U.P.

The $14-an-hour job really could never support him, but Hirsch is lucky. His old family home in Manistique is in limbo since his father died and his mom moved far away, and the house isn’t in any condition to be sold. He needs time and space to process his misdeeds and recalculate his life’s trajectory, so he is oddly content to follow gas lines with a leak detector, tinker with the old home on weekends and endure the long commute to company headquarters in Escanaba.

Hirsch has no training nor a license to be a private investigator, and as such hasn’t got a legal bone to stand on. His first act towards redemption is to take personal responsibility to help

clean up the crystal meth factory that is undoubtedly somewhere around the Garden Peninsula. He thinks he has the perfect cover as the “gas man” to pass unobtrusively onto any private property. His amateur surveillance goes wrong almost immediately, and he wakes up with the two brothers of the crime family arguing over where to best apply a blowtorch to get him to reveal who he’s working for.

There’s so much more to Shore’s novel; what I’ve revealed so far is merely the setup to the larger web of crime that Hirsch gets caught up in. Shore has a real gift for narrating the physicality of his protagonist.

Hirsch is subject to all kinds of pain and suffering, and you can almost feel every pang of hangover and beatdown that he has to endure. It’s clear the author has a real love for the Garden Peninsula, Manistique and the southern shores of the U.P. It comes through in his genuine and true-to-life descriptions of deteriorating homes, the exodus of the younger generation and the economic desperation of people trying to cobble together a living in one of the harshest climates in this nation.

The author excels at showing how quickly something as benign as a fishing trip can go horribly wrong so quickly in the treacherous waters of Lake Michigan.

And yet when it comes to seek-

ing solace, Hirsch will visit a remote beauty spot to clear his head. Shore’s ancestors homesteaded in rural Schoolcraft County beginning in the 1850s and their land earned the distinction of being the first Michigan Centennial Farm in the Upper Peninsula, so he has definite Yooper cred.

Shore’s legal knowledge is comprehensive and especially vivid when he is recounting the criminal rap sheets of the two brothers and how they have evaded serious time. You get the feeling that he has met his share of scumbags in his own career as an attorney, but that is pure supposition on my part, for what is surely the craft of a great writer.

Readers will enjoy riding shotgun with Shore’s characters as they go bumping down the hidden two tracks of the Garden peninsula and Schoolcraft County. “The Blue Flame” is a gripping legal thriller in the best traditions of John Grisham or Scott Turow.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a fast-paced legal thriller with compelling characters that just happens to take place in the U.P. Look for the first sequel to “The Blue Flame” late in 2023 in which Hirsch and other characters will move on to the next adventure. I know I can’t wait!

Victor R. Volkman is a graduate of Michigan Tech (Class of ’86) and is the current president of the U.P. Publishers & Authors Association. He is senior editor at Modern History Press and publisher of the U.P. Reader

How to submit a book

Send Upper Peninsula-related book review suggestions to victor@LHPress.com. Books submitted for review can be sent to: MM Book Reviews, 5145 Pontiac Trail, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.

After You’re Gone

By Genean Granger

After you’re gone, I’ll forget why we bickered, our differences, angers, complaints. I’ll remember goodnight kisses, and early morning loving, laughter and hugs. After you’re gone, I’ll bury my face in the sleeve of your favorite flannel shirt, breathe in the scent that clings to the cotton. After you’re gone

I’ll look for you on every street, in each passing car. I’ll search for your walk, the back of your head.

I’ll listen for your voice in each conversation. After you’re gone, I’ll hoard up stories to share, store up caresses, remember your warmth on cold winter nights, my body chilled by your absence.

Over the years, when I’ve traveled to far-away places, you were my home at journey’s end. After I’m gone, in that moment between living and dying, when we seek one human connection, you’ll be the home I’ll travel to.

Genean Granger (1943-2019) graduated from Kingsford High School in 1961. She was a lifelong learner. She graduated from Bay College in 1969, went on to obtain her ADN from Bay, then her BSN from Northern Michigan University. She returned to NMU to pursue her dream of writing poetry and graduated with a master’s in English in May 2014. Through her master’s in English, she found a second career in poetry. Through NMU and Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society, she participated and won a first in Original Poetry in New Orleans and was the winner of the 90th Anniversary Convention Theme. She went on to see her poems published and won numerous awards. December 2018 her book of poetry, american bandstand, slices of life and other poems, was published.

This poem is from the 10-year anthology, Superior Voyage, which is now available for purchase.

All proceeds benefit Peter White Public Library.

Superior Voyage was selected as a 2023 U.P. Notable Book by the Upper Peninsula Publishers & Authors Association.

out & about

Out & About is a free listing of Upper Peninsula events. Events included must cost $25 or less (except fundraisers).

All events are free and in Eastern time unless noted. We print information sent to us by a wide variety of people and organizations. It pays to double check the date, time, place and cost before heading out.

E-mail your August events by Monday, July 10 to: calendar@marquettemonthly.com

Index

art galleries …………………………………………………………....83-84

on the town …………………………………………………………… 86-87 museums ………………………………………………………………. 90-91 support groups……………………………………………………………. 94

end of june events

28 WEDNESDAY sunrise 5:59 a.m.;

Calumet

• Let’s Sing! Carol Waisanen, Dave Bezotte, Kathleen Arten, and Copper Country Chorale members and guests, will perform, with audience participation. $5. 7 p.m. Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne’s, 25725 Scott St. (906) 337-2410.

Chassell

• Farmers Market. 3 to 6 p.m. 103

Third St. chassellmarket.com

Curtis

• Music in the Park. Featuring the Bryan Jeske Band. 6:30 p.m. Erickson Center for the Arts, Saw-Wa-Quato and Main streets. (906) 586-9974.

Escanaba

• All Together Art. Free for ages 6 to 10. 2 p.m. Children’s Room, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

• MSU Extension Class. The class will discuss food budgeting and meal planning. 4:30 p.m. Children’s Room, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Ishpeming

• Snakes and the Scientific Method Workshops. Guests can problem solve, investigate animals and test a hypothesis using live snakes. Registration required at ishpeminglibrary.info/calendar. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Poetry Reading. U.P. Poet Laureate Beverly Matherne will read from her newest book, Love Potions, Teas, Incantations, a collection of poetry and stories inspired by paintings. 5:30 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

Marquette

• Family Glow Zumba. Mark Shevy. will guide participants. Youth younger than 8 must have an adult present. 10:30 a.m. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Congregate Meals for Seniors–Dine in or Curbside Pickup. Meals available to those age 60 and older. Call to reserve a meal. $3.50 suggested donation. Noon to 1 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. (906) 228-0456.

• Senior Visual Art Class: Fourth of July Ribbon Tree with Diane KribsMays. Ages 55 and older. Supplies provided. Free for City of Marquette and neighboring township residents, $5 suggested donation for non-residents. 1 p.m. lower level, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 225-8655.

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 5 to 8 p.m. 100 Block of Washington Street. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Concert on the Steps: Chris Valenti. 7 p.m. Front Street steps, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Out of the Window. NMU Theatre and Dance will present an evening with Marquette native and Broadway veteran Leah Hocking. This production contains some adult language, mild adult themes, and alcohol use. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Forest Roberts Theatre, 1401 Presque Isle Ave. nmu.edu/tickets

Negaunee

• Knitting Group. Those interested in crocheting, knitting and other fiber arts are welcome to bring their projects and share with others. Coffee provided. 1:30 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Wings of Fire Interest Group. Youth ages eight and older are invited to discuss the series, write fanfiction, make crafts and other activities. 3 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Farmer’s Market. Shop from local farmers and artisans. 4 to 7 p.m. Chiri Park, corner of Iron and Silver streets. market@cityofnegaunee.com

• Snakes and the Scientific Method. Meet the snakes, then use the scientific method to problem solve and investigate it in their habitats. 6 p.m.

Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Negaunee City Band Concert. . 7:30 p.m. Negaunee Outdoor Performing Arts Center, east end of Iron St.

29 THURSDAY

sunrise 5:59 a.m.; sunset 9:47 p.m.

Calumet

• Preschool Story Time. 10:15 a.m. Calumet Public Library. (906) 337-0311.

• Pipe Organ Matinee. Jan List will perform early American songs and hymns. $5. 2 p.m. Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne’s, 25725 Scott St. (906) 337-2410.

Copper Harbor

• Performances in the Park. Mojo and Friends will perform. A farmer’s market is also on site. 7 to 9 p.m. Donny Kilpela Memorial Park., 240 Gratiot St. (906) 289-4020.

Curtis

• The Sue Huber Evening of Piano with Neil Donato and Ken Pesick. The night will include a variety of improvised selections from the American Jazz, Popular and Songbook repertoire. Prices vary. 7 p.m. The Pine Performance Center, 9224 Saw-WaQuato St. mynorthtickets.com

Escanaba

• Live on the Lawn....at Lunch! Live Music Series. Kitty Donohoe will perform. 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. North Lawn, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Gwinn

• Modeltown Farmers and Artisans Market. Shop for locally grown produce, artisan items, and more. Featuring live music by Sandra Muzyl Kennedy. 3 to 6 p.m. Riverside Pavilion, Peter Nordeen Park, 115 N. Pine St. (906) 361-4843.

Ishpeming

• Great Lakes Great Books Club. Students in Grades 4 and 5 will discuss the graphic novel Another Kind by Trevor Bream and Cait May. 6 p.m. Ray Leverton Community Room, Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Anatomy of a Murder screening. The Ishpeming Area Historical Society will present a big screen showing of the classic 1959 movie that was filmed on location in the city. Donations appreciated. 6:30 p.m. W. C. Peterson Auditorium, Ishpeming High School, 319 E. Division St. (906) 486-8680.

L’Anse

• Lakefront Concert. Chasin’ Steel will perform. 7 p.m. Lakefront Park, Broad Street. (rain location is Meadowbrook Arena, 204 Division St.).

Marquette

• Geoff and Jon’s Record Show. Shop for new and used vinyl records, CDs, posters, cassettes, books, T-shirts, stickers and more. Noon to 11 p.m. Community room, Ore Dock Brewing Company, 114 W. Spring St. (906) 373-6183.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• Bubble, Bubble, Splash! Families and youth of all ages are invited for a morning of bubbles and various water play. Dress to get wet. Youth younger than 8 must have an adult present. 4 p.m. Front Street lawn, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Out of the Window. NMU Theatre and Dance will present an evening with Marquette native and Broadway veteran Leah Hocking. This production contains some adult language, mild adult themes, and alcohol use. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Forest Roberts Theatre, 1401 Presque Isle Ave. nmu.edu/tickets

30 FRIDAY

sunrise 6:00 a.m.; sunset 9:47 p.m.

Calumet

• Pipe Organ Matinee. Kathleen Arten will perform early American songs and hymns. $5. 2 p.m. Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne’s, 25725 Scott St. (906) 337-2410.

• Dam Jam. This charity music festival will include local and national acts. Calumet Lions Park. damjamup.com

Gwinn

• Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Alumni teams will compete throughout the week. Times vary. Forsyth Township Baseball Field, off Johnson Lake Rd. gwinnmi.com

Ishpeming

• Friends of the Library Used Book Sale. Proceeds support library programming. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Cemetery Tour. Hosted by the Ishpeming Area Historical Society. Age 11 and younger, free; 12 to 17, $5; 18 and older, $10. 3:00 p.m. Meet at the sexton’s office at the Ishpeming Cemetery. (906) 486-8680.

• Teen Angst and You: How to Turn Your Feelings into Pages. A summer-long class for teens on the art of novel writing. 2 to 3:30 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381

• Alumni Softball Games. Teams from Ishpeming High School and Westwood High School will compete. ishpeming4th.com

Lake Linden

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, prepared foods, and handcrafted items. 4 to 7 p.m. Village Park. (906) 369-3971.

Marquette

• Geoff and Jon’s Record Show. Shop for new and used vinyl records, CDs, posters, cassettes, books, T-shirts, stickers and more. Noon to 11 p.m. Community room, Ore Dock Brewing Company, 114 W. Spring St. (906) 373-6183.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• LEGO Club. Build with the library’s LEGO bricks. Youth younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Great Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323 or pwpl.info

• Out of the Window. NMU Theatre and Dance will present an evening with Marquette native and Broadway veteran Leah Hocking. This production contains some adult language, mild adult themes, and alcohol use. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Forest Roberts Theatre, 1401 Presque Isle Ave. nmu.edu/tickets

Negaunee

• Alumni Softball Games. Alumni teams will compete throughout the week. Times vary. LaCombe Field, Baldwin Ave. negauneeirontown.com

• Pioneer Princess Pageants. This annual event will include the Little Miss Pioneer Princess and Junior Miss Pioneer Princess pageants. Age 65 years and older, free; students, $5; adults, $10. 6 p.m. Auditorium, Negaunee High School, 500 W. Arch St. negauneeirontown.com

july events

01 SATURDAY sunrise 6:00 a.m.; sunset 9:47 p.m.

Calumet

• Community Summer Market. Shop for fresh foods and local handcrafted gifts. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 934-2228. • Dam Jam. This charity music festival will feature local and national acts. Calumet Lions Park. damjamup.com

Escanaba

• Ink Society Local Writers’ Group. Free for ages 16 and older. 10:30 a.m. Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Gwinn

• Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Times vary. Forsyth Township Baseball Field, off Johnson

Lake Rd. gwinnmi.com

L’Anse

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers, food producers, and artisans. 9 a.m. to noon. Waterfront Park, N. Front St.

Ishpeming

• Independence Day Celebration. Events include the Firecracker 5K/1 Mile Walk and Daryl Champion Kids Parade. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the community picnic at Al Quaal Recreation Area with food vendors, kids’ games, live music and fireworks. ishpeming4th.com

• Alumni Softball Games. Teams from Ishpeming High School and Westwood High School will compete. ishpeming4th.com

Marquette

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Marquette Commons, 112 South Third St. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Geoff and Jon’s Record Show. Shop for new and used vinyl records, CDs, posters, cassettes, books, T-shirts, stickers and more. Noon to 11 p.m. Community room, Ore Dock Brewing Company, 114 W. Spring St. (906) 373-6183.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. Lessons, 10 a.m. Games, 11:30 a.m. Citizens Forum, Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair St. superiorland_bridge.tripod.com

Negaunee

• Alumni Softball Games. Times vary. LaCombe Field, Baldwin Ave. negauneeirontown.com

02 SUNDAY

sunrise 6:01 a.m.; sunset 9:46 p.m.

Calumet

• Art Junkies. An arts and craft social group. Noon to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 231-0448.

Gwinn

• Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Times vary. Forsyth Township Baseball Field, off Johnson Lake Rd. gwinnmi.com

Ishpeming

• Alumni Softball Games. Teams from Ishpeming High School and Westwood High School will compete. ishpeming4th.com

Marquette

• International Food Festival. Noon to 10:30 p.m. Mattson Lower Harbor Park.

• Geoff and Jon’s Record Show. Shop for new and used vinyl records, CDs, posters, cassettes, books, T-shirts, stickers and more. Noon to 11 p.m. Community room, Ore Dock Brewing

Company, 114 W. Spring St. (906) 373-6183.

• Pop Culture Trivia. 6 p.m. Ore Dock Brewing Company, 114 W. Spring St. (906) 373-6183.

Negaunee

• Alumni Softball Games. Times vary. LaCombe Field, Baldwin Ave. negauneeirontown.com

03 MONDAY

sunrise 6:01 a.m.; sunset 9:46 p.m.

Gladstone

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, baked goods and artisan crafts. 3 to 6 p.m. 907 Delta Ave. gladstonemi. org

Gwinn

• Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Times vary. Forsyth Township Baseball Field, off Johnson Lake Rd. gwinnmi.com

Marquette

• International Food Festival. Noon to 10:30 p.m. Mattson Lower Harbor Park.

• Marquette City Band Patriotic Concert. 6:30 p.m. Mattson Lower Harbor Park.

• Independence Day Fireworks. Dusk. Mattson Lower Harbor Park.

Negaunee

• All-Ages Online Storytime. Miss Jessica will lead stories, songs and rhymes on Facebook Live. 11 a.m. facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary. (906) 475-7700.

• Alumni Softball Games. Times vary. LaCombe Field, Baldwin Ave. negauneeirontown.com

04 TUESDAY

sunrise 6:02 a.m.; sunset 9:46 p.m.

Indpendence Day

Gwinn

• Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Times vary. Forsyth Township Baseball Field, off Johnson Lake Rd. gwinnmi.com

Marquette

• International Food Festival. Noon to 10:30 p.m. Mattson Lower Harbor Park.

• Independence Day Parade. 2 p.m. Washington Street.

• Independence Day Laser Show. Dusk. Mattson Lower Harbor Park.

05 WEDNESDAY

sunrise 6:03 a.m.; sunset 9:46 p.m.

Calumet

• Summer Concert Series. The Wild Honey Collective will perform. 7:30

p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Chassell

• Farmers Market. 3 to 6 p.m. 103 Third St. chassellmarket.com

Curtis

• Music in the Park. Wingin’ It will perform folk and country music. 6:30 p.m. Erickson Center for the Arts, 9224 Saw-Wa-Quato St. ericksoncenter.org

Escanaba

• All Together Art. Free for ages 6 to 10. 2 p.m. Children’s Room, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Gwinn

• Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Times vary. Forsyth Township Baseball Field, off Johnson Lake Rd. gwinnmi.com

Ishpeming

• Bad Art. Random art supplies will be provided for kids ages 13 to 17 to make a terrible creation. 2 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Art Hour. Those age 15 and older are welcome to bring their own project and socialize with others. Most art and craft media are welcome. 4:30 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

Marquette

• Congregate Meals for Seniors–Dine in or Curbside Pickup. Meals available to those age 60 and older. Call to reserve a meal. $3.50 suggested donation. Noon to 1 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. (906) 228-0456.

• First Thursdays Art Tour. Local art galleries will remain open with evening hours, guest artists, demonstrations, special sales and workshop tours. 4 to 8 p.m. mqtcompass.com

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 5 to 8 p.m. 100 Block of Washington Street. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Hiawatha Annual Beer Release Party. Who Dat Brass will perform. 6 to 8 p.m. Blackrocks Brewing Company, 424 N. Third St. (906) 2268575 or hiawathamc@gmail.com

• Marquette County Quilters Association Monthly Meeting. All skill levels are invited for socialization, program events and show and tell. Yearly membership fee, $20. 6:30 p.m. Lower level, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. marquettequilters.org

• Craft Magic Series: Origami Magic. Lydia Taylor will lead participants in the creation of an origami owl. Starter kits will be provided. 6:30 p.m. Shiras Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Beacon on the Rock. Follow the story of those who immigrated to Marquette and why

they stayed. Price vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Alumni Softball Games. Times vary. LaCombe Field, Baldwin Ave. negauneeirontown.com

• Local Author Sale and Signing. Meet local authors Dorothy Paad, Terri Lynn Martin, Brad Gischia and Tyler Tichelaar. 1 to 3 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Knitting Group. Those interested in crocheting, knitting and other fiber arts are welcome to bring their projects and share with others. Coffee provided. 1:30 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Wings of Fire Interest Group. Youth age eight and older are invited to discuss the series, write fanfiction, make crafts and other activities. 3 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Farmer’s Market. Shop from local farmers and artisans. 4 to 7 p.m. Chiri Park, corner of Iron and Silver streets. market@cityofnegaunee.com

• Negaunee City Band Concert. 7:30 p.m. Negaunee Outdoor Performing Arts Center, east end of Iron St.

06 THURSDAY

sunrise 6:03 a.m.; sunset 9:45 p.m.

Calumet

• Preschool Story Time. 10:15 a.m. Calumet Public Library. (906) 337-0311.

Copper Harbor

• Performances in the Park. Wild Honey Collective will perform. A farmer’s market is also on site. 7 to 9 p.m. Donny Kilpela Memorial Park., 240 Gratiot St. (906) 289-4020.

Curtis

• The Presidents: In Their Own Words. Artist and graphic designer Richard Schlatter will discuss 15 presidents as he uses their own words to capture the intricate nature of each presidency. Prices vary. 7 p.m. The Pine Performance Center, 9224 SawWa-Quato St. mynorthtickets.com

Escanaba

• Readers’ Theater. For students in fourth grade and older with Players de Noc. 11:45 a.m. North Lawn, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Gwinn

• Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Times vary. Forsyth Township Baseball Field, off Johnson Lake Rd. gwinnmi.com

Ishpeming

• Feeding America Food Distribution

Drive-Thru Site. 9 a.m. North Iron Church, 910 Palms Ave. feedwm.org

• Feeding America Food Distribution Walk-up Site. 9 a.m. VFW parking lot, 310 Bank St. feedwm.org

• Community Preschool Storytime. The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library will offer stories and songs.

11 a.m. Ishpeming Senior Center, 121 Greenwood St. (906) 486-4381.

• Summer Concert Series. Diversion will perform. Bring your own chair.

7 p.m. Old Ish statue on Main Street.

L’Anse

• Lakefront Concert. The Derrell Syria Project will peform. 7 p.m. Lakefront Park, Broad Street at the lake (rain location is Meadowbrook Arena, 204 Division St.).

Marquette

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• Lake Superior Theatre: Beacon on the Rock. Follow the story of those who immigrated to Marquette and why they stayed. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Book Sale. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Negaunee Senior Citizens Center, 410 Jackson St. (906) 475-7700.

• NHS Class of ’61 80th Birthday Party. 10 a.m. to noon. Negaunee Senior Center, 410 Jackson St. (906) 475-6196.

• Alumni Softball Games. Times vary. LaCombe Field, Baldwin Ave. negauneeirontown.com

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Chassell

• 75th Copper Country Strawberry Festival. Events will include exhibits, food, fish boil dinner, children’s parade, queen crowning, and a dance featuring music by Rewind. 9 a.m. to midnight. Chassell Centennial Park, 103 Third St. coppercountrystrawberryfestival.com

Crystal Falls

• Legend Concert: The Ozark Mountain Daredevils. Prices vary. 7 p.m. Crystal Theatre, 304 Superior Ave. thecrystaltheatre.org or (906) 875-3208.

Gwinn

• Alumni Co-Ed Softball Tournament. Times vary. Forsyth Township Baseball Field, off Johnson Lake Rd. gwinnmi.com

Ishpeming

• Friendship Bracelets. Children ages 8 and older are invited to drop in and create friendship bracelets. Noon to 2 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

Lake Linden

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, prepared foods, and handcrafted items. 4 to 7 p.m. Village Park. (906) 369-3971.

Marquette

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• LEGO Club. Build with the library’s LEGO bricks. Youth younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Great Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Beacon on the Rock. Follow the story of those who immigrated to Marquette and why they stayed. Pricces vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Alumni Softball Games. Times vary. LaCombe Field, Baldwin Ave. negauneeirontown.com

• NHS Class of ’61 80th Birthday Party. $10. 6 p.m. Pasquali’s, 100 Cliff St. (906) 475-6196.

08 SATURDAY sunrise 6:05 a.m.; sunset 9:44 p.m.

Calumet

• Community Summer Market. Shop for fresh foods and local handcrafted gifts. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 934-2228.

• Jim Enrietti Diamond Jubilee Concert. 7 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Chassell

• 75th Copper Country Strawberry Festival. Events will include breakfast, exhibits, parade, BBQ chicken, live music, and children’s activities. The Michigan Tech research vessel Agassiz will depart every half hour in the afternoon. 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chassell Centennial Park, 103 Third St. coppercountrystrawberryfestival.com

Escanaba

• Lego Club. 1 p.m. Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Gwinn

• The Big 3 Summer Concert. Emily Ann Roberts, Jordan Harvey, Gabe Bailey and Shotgun Kelli perform. Prices vary. 7 p.m. Neil Sr. Armatti

art galleries

Calumet

• Calumet Art Center. Works by local and regional artists. Wednesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 57055 Fifth St. (906) 934-2228. calumetartcenter.com

• Copper Country Associated Artist. Works by members and workshop participants in watercolor and oil, drawings, photography, sculpture, quilting, wood, textile, clay, glass and other media. Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 205 Fifth St. (906) 337-1252 or ccaartists.org

• Gallery on 5th. Featuring works by local and regional artists. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 109 Fifth St. (906) 299-0118 or galleryon5th. com

Curtis

• Erickson Center for the Arts.

- The Presidents: In Their Own Words includes portraits of 15 U.S. Presidents created by the words from their inaugural addresses.

-Visions between the Lakes includes art from two featured artists of this year’s Bonifas Art Center Northern Exposure Contest. Reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the 19th. Waterfront Gallery.

Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. during Music in the Park. 9224 Saw-Wa-Quato St. (906) 5869974 or www.ericksoncenter.org

Copper Harbor

• EarthWorks Gallery. Featuring

Lake Superior-inspired photography by Steve Brimm. Daily, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. 216 First St. (906) 231-6318.

Escanaba

• Besse Gallery.

- Celebrating Student Success, will be on display through August 31. Days and hours vary. Bay College, 2001 N. Lincoln Rd. baycollege.edu

• East Ludington Art Gallery. Works by local artists. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1007 Ludington St. (906) 786-0300 or eastludingtongallery.com

• Hartwig Gallery. Featuring works by local, regional and national artists. Days and hours vary. 2001 N. Lincoln Rd. baycollege.edu

• William Bonifas Fine Arts Gallery.

- Artist Expo, featuring works by local artists and the opportunity to purchase the work, will be on display through September 7.

- Vitality and Continuity: Art in the Experience of Anishinaabe, Inuit and Puebelo Women, a traveling exhibit, will be on display through September 10, with a public reception at 6 p.m. on June 2.

Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3p.m. 700 First Avenue South. (906) 7863833 or bonifasarts.org

Hancock

• Kerredge Gallery. Works by printmaker Mike Marks, will be on display through June 30.

Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to

6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community Arts Center, 126 Quincy St. (906) 482-2333 or coppercountryarts.com

• Youth Gallery. Featuring works by local students. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community Arts Center, 126 Quincy St. (906) 4822333 or coppercountryarts.com

Marquette

• Art—U.P. Style. Art by Carol Papaleo, works by local artists, gifts, classes and more. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 130 W. Washington St. (906) 225-1993.

• DeVos Art Museum.

- North of the 45th, annual juried exhibition featuring artists from Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin who live above the 45th parallel, will be on display through July 28 with a reception at 6:30 p.m. on the 28th.

Monday through Wednesday and Friday through Saturday, noon to 5 p.m.; Thursday, noon to 8 p.m. Corner of Seventh and Tracy streets. NMU. (906) 227-1481 or nmu.edu/ devos

• Graci Gallery.

- Works by April South-Olson will be on display through July 4.

- Works by regional and national artists. Featuring fine craft, contemporary art, and jewelry.

Sunday through Wednesday, by appointment; Thursday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 110 N. Third St. gracigallery.com

• Huron Mountain Club Gallery.

- Pandemic Hobby Gone Wild, featuring fiber crafts by Jody Trost, will be on display through July 31.

Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 228-0472.

• Lake Superior Photo and Gallery. The studio features landscape photographic art by Shawn Malone, including naturescapes of the Lake Superior region.

Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 211 S. Front St. (906) 2283686 or lakesuperiorphoto.com

• Marquette Arts and Culture Center Deo Gallery.

- We Make Our City, Our City Makes Us, a cardboard sculpture installation by Art Week Artist-in-Residence Amber Dohrenwend, will be on display through July 31. Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lower level, Peter White Public

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Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 228-0472.

• Peter White Public Library.

- POP!, digital pop art and comic illustrations by Joel Siegel, will be on display through July 31.

Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lower Level Reception Gallery, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 228-0472.

• Presque Isle Station. This working pottery studio features pottery by Michael Horton and Terry Gilfoy, along with works by local artists. Days and times vary. 2901 Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 225-1695.

• The Gallery: A Marquette Artist Collective Project. Works by local and regional artists. Monday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. Suite U7, 130 W. Washington St. mqtartistcollective.com

• The Studio Gallery at Presque Isle. Works by local and internationally acclaimed artists. Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. 2905 Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 360-4453.

• Wintergreen Hill Gallery and Gifts.

- Works by Bodega will be on display through July 31 with an opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. during the First Thursday Art Stroll on the 6th. Wintergreen Hill Gallery strives to create an immersive art experience for visitors who are looking to buy or just looking for inspiration. Local art by local artists. Monday through

Memorial Raceway, 150 W Johnson Lake Rd. gwinnbig3.com

Hancock

• International Frisbee Tournament. 9 a.m. Hancock Driving Park.

• Saturday Coffee Talk: The Life and Art of Helen Frankenthaler. Christa Walck will discuss Helen Frankenthaler’s paintings and works. 11 a.m. Community Arts Center, 126 Quincy St. (906) 482-2333.

L’Anse

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers, food producers, and artisans. 9 a.m. to noon. Waterfront Park, N. Front St.

Marquette

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Marquette Commons, 112 South

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 810 N. Third St. (906) 273-1374 or www. wintergreenhill.com

• Zero Degrees Gallery.

- Beaver-chewed furniture by guest artist Len Fieber is on display through July 31 with an opening reception 1 to 4 p.m. on the 8th. The gallery features works in oils, watercolors, mixed media, jewelry, photography, metals, woods, recycled and fiber arts and much more. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. First Thursday Art Stroll on the 6th, 4 to 8 p.m. with demonstrations and light refreshments. Music on Third on the 20th, 4 to 8 p.m. with light refreshments. 525 N. Third St. (906) 228-3058 or zerodegreesgallery.org

Munising

• UP˜Scale Art. Featuring works by local and regional artists. Daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. 109 W. Superior Ave. (906) 3873300 or upscaleart.org

Rapid River

• The adhocWORKshop. Owner Ritch Branstrom creates sculptures with found objects inspired by the land in which the objects were found. By appointment or chance. 10495 South Main Street. (906) 3991572 or adhocworkshop.com

Sand River

• Aurelia Studio Pottery. Featuring high fire stoneware, along with functional and sculptural pieces inspired by nature, created by potter and owner Paula Neville. Open by appointment or chance. 3050 E. M-28. (906) 343-6592. MM

Third St. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Prospect Street for UPAWS Benefit Sale. This annual sale will include a bake sale plus items for purchase. There will be a collection box for wish list items. Proceeds benefit the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter. 9 a.m. to noon. 305 E. Prospect St. (906) 225-0595.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. Lessons, 10 a.m. Games, 11:30 a.m. Citizens Forum, Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair St. superiorland_bridge.tripod.com

• Lake Superior Theatre: Beacon on the Rock. Follow the story of those who immigrated to Marquette and why they stayed. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Pioneer Days. Parade begins at 11:30 a.m. Music in the Park featuring Chad Borgen and The Collective takes place from 2 to 7 p.m. in Old Town Park. Fireworks at dusk over Teal Lake. negauneeirontown.com

09 SUNDAY

sunrise 6:06 a.m.; sunset 9:44 p.m.

Calumet

• Art Junkies. Noon to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 231-0448.

Hancock

• International Frisbee Tournament. 9 a.m. Hancock Driving Park.

Ishpeming

• Bingo. Noon. Ishpeming VFW, 310 Bank St. (906) 486-4856.

10 MONDAY

sunrise 6:06 a.m.; sunset 9:44 p.m.

Escanaba

• Music Mondays. Tohubohu will perform. 7 to 9 p.m. Karas Bandshell, Ludington Park, Lake Shore Dr.

Gladstone

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, baked goods and artisan crafts. 3 to 6 p.m. 907 Delta Ave. gladstonemi. org

Ishpeming

• Community Day. 4:30 p.m. Inspiration Orchard, corner of East North Street and York Street. camden@ partridgecreekfarm.org

Marquette

• Superiorland Pet Partners. Youth are invited to practice reading skills with therapy dogs. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Front Street lawn, Peter White Library, 217 N. Front St. (rain location is the library’s Great Room). (906) 226-4323.

• Children’s Maritime Art Workshop. Youth ages 8 to 14 will create a relief printmaking mural inspired by Jim Clary’s Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck art exhibit in the museum. Registration required. 1 p.m. Marquette Maritime Museum, 300 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 226-2006.

• Teens Game On. Youth in Grades 6-12 are invited for video games, board games and more. 2 to 4 p.m. Teen Zone, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4321.

• Concert on the Steps: Zach Lancaster. 7 p.m. Front Street steps, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Broadway at the Boathouse. This fundraiser will feature performances by Broadway stars Sandra Joseph and Ron Bohmer.

Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. lakesuperiortheatre.com or (906) 227-7625.

Negaunee

• All-Ages Online Storytime. Miss Jessica will lead stories, songs and rhymes on Facebook Live. 11 a.m. facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary. (906) 475-7700.

11 TUESDAY

sunrise 5:59 a.m.; sunset 9:43 p.m.

Calumet

• The Glenn Miller Orchestra. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Escanaba

• Lunch with the Munch Bunch. Bring your lunch to the Children’s Room patio and enjoy story time. 11:30 a.m. Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Gwinn

• Literature at the Lodge Adult Book Club. This month’s title is Better Luck Next Time by Julia Claiborne Johnson. 7 p.m. Up North Lodge, 215 S. Co. Rd. 557. (906) 346-3433.

Ishpeming

• Papa Crow Children’s Concert. Local musician Papa Crow will perform. 11 a.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Cemetery Tour. Hosted by the Ishpeming Area Historical Society. Age 11 and younger, free; 12 to 17, $5; 18 and older, $10.. 6:30 p.m. Meet at the sexton’s office at the Ishpeming Cemetery, N. Second St. (906) 486-8680.

Marquette

• Park Storytime. Families and youth are invited for stories, songs, bubbles, parachute play, and more. 9:30 a.m. Williams Park, corner of Ohio and Pine streets. Rain location is the Community Room at Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Tech Coaching for Seniors. Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want with the help of Christine Ault. Bring your charged device and passwords. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Heritage Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4311.

• Echo Lake Picnic Hike. The group will hike to Echo Lake. Bring lunch, water and bug repellent, and dress for the weather. $5 for NCLL members, $10 for non-members. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Off County Road 550. (906) 345-9295.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod.

com

• Lake Superior Knitters. Knitters age 10 and older are invited to bring a skein of worsted weight yarn (not a dark color) and a size 7 16” circular needle to knit a cowl. Suggested donation of $1 to $5 per session to the MRHC. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St. beedhive47@yahoo.com

• Oil Painting, Pastels and Drawing Classes with Marlene Wood. Bring your own supplies. $20. 1 to 3 p.m. Marquette Arts and Culture Center, lower level, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 225-8655.

• Teens Tuesday: Escape Marquette. Youth in Grades 6 to 12 will solve riddles and games to try and escape Magic Castle. 2 and 3:30 p.m. Escape Marquette, Masonic Center, 130 W. Washington St., Suite 4. To register, contact Peter White Public Library Teen Services at (906) 226-4321.

• Bath School Massacre Presentation. George Robson will speak about the 1927 school bombing in Bath, Michigan. Robson’s parents were students at the school and witnesses to the massacre. 7 p.m. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Evening Lighthouse Tours. $10. 7 p.m. Marquette Maritime Museum, 300 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 226-2006.

• Lake Superior Theatre: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. This musical hones in on the awkward, cumbersome and tricky nuances of dating life. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Superiorland Pet Partners. Youth of all ages are invited to read to friendly therapy dogs. Youth younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. 4 to 6 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

12 WEDNESDAY

sunrise 6:08 a.m.; sunset 9:42 p.m.

Calumet

• Red Jacket Readers. This month’s book club selection will be The Biting Cold by Matthew Hellman. 6:30 p.m. Calumet Public Library. (906) 337-0311.

Chassell

• Farmers Market. 3 to 6 p.m. 103 Third St. chassellmarket.com

Curtis

• Music in the Park. The Peltier Brothers will perform. 6:30 p.m. Erickson Center for the Arts, 9224 Saw-Wa-Quato St. ericksoncenter.org

Eagle Harbor

• The Bon Voyage Packet Steamer. Stephen Roblee will discuss the 1901

fire aboard the Bon Voyage $5 for Keweenaw County Historical Society members, $6 for the general public. 7 p.m. Eagle Harbor Community Building. keweenawhistory.org

Escanaba

• All Together Art. Free for ages 6 to 10. 2 p.m. Children’s Room, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

L’Anse

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers, food producers, and artisans. 3 to 5:30 p.m. Waterfront Park, N. Front St.

Marquette

• Congregate Meals for Seniors–Dine in or Curbside Pickup. Meals available to those age 60 and older. Call to reserve a meal. $3.50 suggested donation. Noon to 1 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. (906) 228-0456.

• Family Glow Zumba. Mark Shevy. will guide participants. Youth younger than 8 must have an adult present. 1 p.m. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323 or pwpl.info

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 5 to 8 p.m. 100 Block of Washington Street. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Alley Kat’s Knit and Crochet Club. 5:30 p.m. Alley Kat’s Quilt Shop, 1010 W. Washington St. (906) 315-0050.

• Burn Baby Burn: The Infernos of Downtown Marquette. Jim Koski will lead a downtown walking tour to visit sites where fire changed the city. $5 suggested donation. 6:30 p.m. Meet at the Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St. (906) 226-3571 or marquettehistory.org

• Concert on the Steps: The Good Time Gals. 7 p.m. Front Street steps, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Lake Superior Theatre: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. This musical hones in on the awkward, cumbersome and tricky nuances of dating life. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Create a Suncatcher. Participants will make a single-strand suncatcher with beads, mirrors and ceramic tiles. $5 for NCLL members, $10 for non-members, plus materials fee. 10 a.m. Sondra Grimes Studio, 142 Grimes Rd./Co Rd JJG. (906) 361-1919.

• Knitting Group. Those interested in crocheting, knitting and other fiber arts are welcome to bring their projects and share with others. Coffee provided. 1:30 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Wings of Fire Interest Group. Youth age eight and older are invited to discuss the series, write fanfiction,

on the town

Gwinn

• Hideaway Bar.

- Mondays: The Hideaway All-Stars. 7 p.m.

741 M-35. (906) 346-3178.

• Up North Lodge.

- Sunday, July 2: Shot Gun Kelli.

- Monday, the 3rd: Music TBA.

Bike Night, 3 to 6 p.m. All-Class Reunion, 5 to 9 p.m.

- Sunday, the 9th: The Crunge.

- Sunday, the 16th: Reverend.

- Sunday, the 23rd: Eddie and the Bluesers.

- Sunday, the 30th: Lost Cause. Music from 4 to 8 p.m.

215 S. CR-557. (906) 346-9815.

Hancock

• Orpheum Theater.

- Tuesday, July 11: The Good Time Gals. 6 p.m.

- Tuesday, the 18th: Comedy with Mary Mack and Tim Harmson. 6 p.m.

426 Quincy St. (906) 483-2294.

Marquette

• Blackrocks Brewery.

- Mondays: Open Mic. 6 to 9 p.m.

- Tuesdays: Trivia. 7 to 9 p.m.

- Wednesdays: Open mic. 6 to 9 p.m.

424 N. Third St. (906) 273-1333 or blackrocksbrewery.com.

• Drifa Brewing Company.

- Mondays: Musicians’ Open Mic. 6 to 8 p.m.

- Thursdays: Trivia. 7 p.m.

501 S. Lake St. 273-1300.

• Lake Superior Smokehouse.

- Friday, July 7: Jim and Ray.

- Saturday, the 8th: Make Believe Spurs.

- Friday, the 14th: Vinyl Tap.

- Saturday, the 15th: DayDreamers.

- Friday, the 21st: Crunge.

- Saturday, the 22nd: Chris Valenti.

- Friday, the 28th: DayDreamers.

- Saturday, the 29th: Jason Lee. Music 6 to 9 p.m.

200 W. Main St. (906) 273-0952.

• Ojibwa Casino.

- Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1: Diversion.

- Friday, the 7th and Saturday, the 8th: Reveal.

- Friday, the 14th: Reverend.

- Saturday, the 22nd: Adam Carpenter and the Upper Hand.

- Friday, the 28th and Saturday, the 29th: Tuesday Jones. 8 p.m. to midnight.

Music 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. unless noted.

105 Acre Trail. (906) 249-4200.

• Ore Dock Brewing Company.

- Friday, June 30: The Palestras. 7 p.m.

- Saturday, July 1: Outlaw’d.

- Friday, the 7th: Everything Under the Sun. 9 p.m.

- Saturday, the 8th: After Ours.

- Friday, the 14th: Adam Carpenter and the Upper Hand.

- Saturday, the 15th: Slowfoot. 7 p.m.

- Friday, the 21st: Mulebone. $10.

- Saturday, the 22nd: Cosmic Knot.

- Friday, the 28th: St. Joe Jack with Noah Bauer.

All shows are free and begin at 8 p.m. unless noted.

114 W. Spring St. (906) 228-8888.

• Rippling River Resort.

- Sunday, July 2: Noah Bauer. 5 to 8 p.m.

- Thursday, the 6th: The Y-Knots.

- Friday, the 7th: Delta Duo.

- Sunday, the 9th: Luke Ogea. 5 to 8 p.m.

- Thursday, the 13th: Joe Seacrest.

- Friday, the 14th: Delta Duo.

- Sunday, the 16th: Luke Ogea. 5 to 8 p.m.

- Thursday, the 20th: Luke Bowers.

- Friday, the 21st: Keith Janofski.

- Saturday, the 22nd: Jan Arnold.

- Sunday, the 23rd: Noah Bauer. 5 to 8 p.m.

- Thursday, the 27th: Troy Graham.

- Friday, the 28th: Delta Duo.

- Saturday, the 29th: Joe Seacrest. Music from 6 to 9 p.m. unless noted. 4321 M-553. (906) 273-2259 or ripplingriverresort.com.

• Superior Culture.

- Tuesdays: Open Mic night. 8 to 10 p.m.

- Saturday, July 8: Derrell Syria Project. 9 to 11 p.m.

- Thursday, the 13th: Chris Valenti. 9 to 11 p.m.

- Thursday, the 20th: Ethan Bott. 6 to 8 p.m.

- Thursday, the 27th: Alex Teller. 8 to 10 p.m.

- Friday, the 28th: Troy Graham. 7 to 9 p.m. 717 Third Street. (906) 273-0927 or superiorculturemqt.com

Munising

• Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore.

- Saturday, July 15: February Sky.

- Friday, the 21st: Seth Brown Duo.

- Saturday, the 29th: Austin Benzing. Music, 6 to 8 p.m. 104 E. Munising Ave. (906) 3873008 or fallingrockcafe.com.

Republic

• Pine Grove Bar.

- Friday, June 30th: The Pink Violin Band. 7 to 10 p.m.

- Saturday, July 1st: Whiskey Ryan, 3 p.m. ;Under the Radar, 8 p.m. to midnight.

- Friday, the 7th: Open Mic, 3 p.m.; James Charles, 4p.m.; WerdaMouth, 5:30 p.m.; Stetson, 7 p.m.; Realms, 8:30 p.m.; Pajamas, 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

- Saturday, the 8th: Open Mic, 3 p.m.; James Charles, 4 p.m. Moth Phooey, 5:30 p.m.; Stetson, 7 p.m.; Fridgebuzz, 8:30 p.m.; Pajamas, 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

- Sunday, the 9th: Polka, 12:30 p.m.; DJ Alex, 2 p.m.; Ani and Kor, 3 p.m.; Dead North, 4:30 p.m.

- Friday, the 14th: Seth Brown Duo. 7 to 10 p.m.

- Saturday, the 15th: Matt Byce. 3 p.m.; Vinyl Tap. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

- Sunday, the 23rd: Shotgun Kelli. 3 to 7 p.m.

- Friday, the 28th: Sparky and Marky. 7 to 10 p.m.

- Saturday, the 29th: Toni Saari, 3 p.m.; Diversion. 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. 286 Front St. (906) 376-2234. MM

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make crafts and other activities. 3 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Farmer’s Market. Shop from local farmers and artisans. 4 to 7 p.m. Chiri Park, corner of Iron and Silver streets. market@cityofnegaunee.com

• Negaunee City Band Concert. 7:30 p.m. Negaunee Outdoor Performing Arts Center, east end of Iron St.

13 THURSDAY

sunrise 6:09 a.m.; sunset 9:41 p.m.

Calumet

• Preschool Story Time. 10:15 a.m. Calumet Public Library. (906) 337-0311.

• Movie Magic. The film be Minions: The Rise of Gru will be shown. $1 7 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Chassell

• Trio Tumpelot and the Lautala Boys. Pasi Lautala, Meg Pachmeyer and Anna Gawboy will perform with a special appearance by the Lautala Boys. 7 p.m. Chassell Heritage Center, 42373 Hancock Ave. (906) 523-1155 or chassellhistory.org

Copper Harbor

• Performances in the Park. Kevin Blackstone will perform. A farmer’s market is also on site. 7 to 9 p.m. Donny Kilpela Memorial Park., 240 Gratiot St. (906) 289-4020.

Curtis

• Ben Rosenblum Jazz Workshop. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Register by July 10. 3 p.m. The Pine Performance Center, 9224 SawWa-Quato St. (906) 586-9974.

Escanaba

• Live on the Lawn....at Lunch! David Stoddard and Karen Mal will perform. 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. North Lawn, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Ishpeming

• Community Preschool Storytime. The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library will offer stories and songs. 11 a.m. Ishpeming Senior Center, 121 Greenwood St. (906) 486-4381.

• Book Worms Book Club: Grades 6 to 8. The selection will be The Screaming Staircase by Jonathan Stroud. 6 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Summer Concert Series. The Flat Broke Blues Band will perform. Bring your own chair. 7 p.m. Old Ish statue on Main Street.

L’Anse

• Lakefront Concert. Get a preview of the Aura Jamboree musicicans. 7 p.m. Lakefront Park, Broad Street at the lake (rain location is Meadowbrook

Arena, 204 Division St.). Marquette

• Bubble, Bubble, Splash! Enjoy a morning of bubbles and various water play. Dress to get wet. Youth younger than 8 must have an adult present. 10 a.m. Front Street lawn, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• Second Thursday Creative Series: UPCM Beach Party! Youth are invited for hands-on craft activities, creative snacks and free Culver’s frozen custard. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum, 123 W. Baraga Ave. upchildrensmuseum.org

• Hiawatha Festival Kick-Off Concert. Featuring the music of Chasin’ Steel. 6 to 8 p.m. Ore Dock Brewing Company, 114 W. Spring St. (906) 226-8575.

• Marquette Poets Circle. Join local poets, writers, and poetry enthusiasts for an evening of poetry. New and experienced poets are welcome. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Shiras Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Going Electric: Getting the Most Benefits from the Inflation Reduction Act. John Forslin will discuss state cost rebates and federal tax breaks available for making efficiency improvements at home. $5 for NCLL members, $10 for non-members. 7 p.m. Heritage Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 869-4791.

• Science on Tap: Summer Series. All ages. 7 p.m. Ore Dock Brewing Company, 114 W. Spring St. (906) 228-8888.

• Lake Superior Theatre: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. This musical hones in on the awkward, cumbersome and tricky nuances of dating life. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

• Marquette City Band Concert. 7:30 p.m. Bandshell, Presque Isle Park.

14 FRIDAY

sunrise 6:10 a.m.; sunset 9:41 p.m.

Calumet

• Theatre in the Round One-Act Plays. $10. 7 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Hancock

• Key Ingredients. Visit local restaurants while enjoying live music on Quincy Street. Outlaw’d will perform at 8 p.m. at the parking deck at 400 Quincy Street. 6 to 8 p.m. cityofhancock.com

Ishpeming

• Summer Science. Kids and teens are invited to drop in to make their own bouncy ball and marble tracks in a program hosted by Emily from the Michigan Learning Channel. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

L’Anse

• 45th Annual Aura Jamboree. Traditional, folk, bluegrass, ethnic, classical, country and western music will be performed by more than 50 musicians from around the Midwest. $15 for two-day admission button, $5 for ages 13 to 17, free for 12 and younger. 5 p.m. to midnight. Historic Aura Community Hall, 13759 Townline Rd., L’Anse. aurajamboree@gmail. com

Lake Linden

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, prepared foods, and handcrafted items. 4 to 7 p.m. Village Park. (906) 369-3971.

Marquette

• Docu Cinema: Jaws: The Inside Story. Learn what happened behind the scenes in the creation of Steven Spielberg’s 1975 film Jaws Noon. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• Weather Watch! with the Michigan Science Center. Youth ages five and older will build structures and see if they can stand up to extreme weather conditions. 3 to 3:40 p.m. and 4:30 to 5:10 p.m. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. To register, pwpl.info/events

• Lake Superior Theatre: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. This musical hones in on the awkward, cumbersome and tricky nuances of dating life. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Community Book Reading. Diana Hetrick will read stories appropriate for all ages. 10:30 a.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

Calumet

• Community Summer Market. Shop for fresh foods and local handcrafted gifts. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 934-2228.

• Keweenaw Tour and Car Show. A cruise from Calumet to Copper Harbor will be followed by a car show, live music by Rewind and awards. Cruise, noon. Show, 1 to 6 p.m. Campioni True Value, 25664 Copper King Way.

• Theatre in the Round One-Act Plays. $10. 7 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Hancock

• Canal Run. The event features a half marathon, 10-mile run and walk, 5-mile run and walk, 2-mile run/walk and a kids’ dash. Categories for adaptive athletes are also included. Cost varies by race; proceeds benefit 31 Backpacks. Race times begin at 7:15 a.m. (906) 483-1187 or canal.run

Ishpeming

• Writing Hour. Teens and adults are invited to bring a writing project and spend designated time working on it. 2 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

L’Anse

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers, food producers, and artisans. 9 a.m. to noon. Waterfront Park, N. Front St.

• 45th Annual Aura Jamboree. Traditional, folk, bluegrass, ethnic, classical, country and western music will be performed by more than 50 musicians from around the Midwest. $15 for two-day admission button, $5 for ages 13 to 17, free for 12 and younger. 10 a.m. to midnight. Historic Aura Community Hall, 13759 Townline Rd., L’Anse. aurajamboree@gmail. com

Marquette

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Marquette Commons, 112 South Third St. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. Lessons, 10 a.m. Games, 11:30 a.m. Citizens Forum, Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair St. superiorland_bridge.tripod.com

• Kids’ Foraging Adventure with U.P. Wild Church. Find local edibles with bingo cards. 11 a.m. For location and information, visit upwild.org

• Lake Superior Theatre: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. This musical hones in on the awkward, cumbersome and tricky nuances of dating life. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

16 SUNDAY

sunrise 6:12 a.m.; sunset 9:39 p.m.

Calumet

• Art Junkies. An arts and craft social group. Noon to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 231-0448.

Ishpeming

• Finnish Dance. Dance to Finnish and Nordic music by Lauluaika. $10. 2 to 4 p.m. Ishpeming Elks Club, 597 Lakeshore Dr. (906) 485-1971.

Marquette

• Lake Superior Day. This outdoor event will provide information and

activities for learning about the history, conservation, ecology, and regional importance of Lake Superior. 1 to 4 p.m. Marquette Maritime Museum, 300 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 226-2006.

17 MONDAY

sunrise 6:13 a.m.; sunset 9:39 p.m.

Calumet

• Musical Mondays: Gail English. $5. 7 p.m. Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne’s, 25725 Scott St. (906) 337-2410.

Escanaba

• Music Mondays: Three Wheel Drive. 7 to 9 p.m. Karas Bandshell, Ludington Park, Lake Shore Dr.

Gladstone

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, baked goods and artisan crafts. 3 to 6 p.m. 907 Delta Ave. gladstonemi. org

Ishpeming

• Community Day. 4:30 p.m. Inspiration Orchard, corner of East North Street and York Street. camden@ partridgecreekfarm.org.

Marquette

• Superiorland Pet Partners. Youth of all ages can practice reading to friendly therapy dogs. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Front Street lawn, Peter White Library, 217 N. Front St. (rain location is the library’s Great Room). (906) 226-4323.

• Children’s Maritime Art Workshop. Youth age 8 to 14 can create a maritime-themed graphic novel inspired by the museum’s new window art. Registration required. 1 p.m. Marquette Maritime Museum, 300 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 226-2006.

• Teens Game On. Youth in Grades 6 to 12 are invited for video games, board games and more. 2 to 4 p.m. Teen Zone, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4321.

• Lauluaika Concert. Enjoy a night of Finnish folk music. 7 p.m. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

Negaunee

• All-Ages Online Storytime. Miss Jessica will lead stories, songs and rhymes on Facebook Live. 11 a.m. facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary. (906) 475-7700.

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TUESDAY

sunrise 6:14 a.m.; sunset 9:38 p.m.

Escanaba

• Lunch with the Munch Bunch. Bring your lunch to the Children’s Room patio and enjoy story time. 11:30 a.m. Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Ishpeming

• Adult Book Club. The selection will be This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub. 2 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Cemetery Tour. Hosted by the Ishpeming Area Historical Society. Age 11 and younger, free; 12 to 17, $5; 18 and older, $10. 6:30 p.m. Meet at the sexton’s office at the Ishpeming Cemetery, N. Second St. (906) 486-8680.

Marquette

• Park Storytime. Families and youth are invited for stories, songs, bubbles, parachute play, and more. 9:30 a.m. Williams Park, corner of Ohio and Pine streets. Rain location is the Community Room at Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Tech Coaching for Seniors. Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want with the help of Christine Ault. Bring your charged device and passwords. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Heritage Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4311.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• Historic Marquette Bus Tours. This 90-minute tour will present local history through stories told by historical reenactors. $25. 1 p.m. Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St. (906) 226-3571 or marquettehistory.org

• Oil Painting, Pastels and Drawing Classes with Marlene Wood. Bring your own supplies. $20. 1 to 3 p.m. Marquette Arts and Culture Center, lower level, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 225-8655.

• Teens Tuesday: Cooking Class. Teens in Grades 6 to 12 will learn easyto-prepare recipes and eat great food. 2 p.m. Marquette Food Co-Op Kitchen , 502 W. Washington St. (906) 226-4321.

• NCLL Summer Picnic with NMU President. Attendees will learn about Dr. Brock Tessman and his vision for NMU and the community during this potluck dinner. Browse new additions to the sculpture park. 5 p.m. Lakenenland, 2800 M-28 East. (906) 361-5370.

• A Brief History of Dystopian Literature. Writer Jeff VandeZande will provide a background on dystopian literature as a genre and read from his novel Rules of Order. 7 p.m. Shiras Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Evening Lighthouse Tours. $10. 7 p.m. Marquette Maritime Museum, 300 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 226-2006.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake

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Brocket Inc.

Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Wetland Plants Hike. Beverly Braden will lead an easy hike on the Iron Ore Heritage Trail to identify common wetland plants. $5 for NCLL members, $10 for non-members. 9:30 a.m. County Road 492 and M-35. (906) 475-4252 .

• Community Book Reading. Dana LaLonde will read stories appropriate for all ages. 1 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

19 WEDNESDAY

sunrise 6:15 a.m.; sunset 9:37 p.m.

Calumet

• Summer Concert Series. 7:30 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Chassell

• Farmers Market. 3 to 6 p.m. 103 Third St. chassellmarket.com

Curtis

• Music in the Park. Fyrbird will perform rock music. 6:30 p.m. Erickson Center for the Arts, 9224 Saw-WaQuato St. ericksoncenter.org

Escanaba

• All Together Art. Free for ages 6 to 10. 2 p.m. Children’s Room, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Ishpeming

• Adult Book Club. The selection will be This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub. 6 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

L’Anse

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers, food producers, and artisans. 3 to 5:30 p.m. Waterfront Park, N. Front St.

Marquette

• Cook All Together Now: Family Session. Chef Ming will lead an interactive program to make beef egg rolls. 10 a.m. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Congregate Meals for Seniors–Dine in or Curbside Pickup. Meals available to those age 60 and older. Call to reserve a meal. $3.50 suggested donation. Noon to 1 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. (906) 228-0456.

• Cook All Together Now: Teen Session. Chef Ming will lead teens in grades 6 to 12 through making an authentic sushi roll. 2 p.m. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 5 to 8 p.m. 100 Block of Washington Street. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Historic Marquette Bus Tours. This 90-minute tour will present local history through stories told by historical reenactors. $25. 6 p.m. Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St. (906) 226-3571 or marquettehistory.org

• Summer Memorial Service. Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice will hold its 2023 Summer Memorial Service which will include music, prayer, and a bell-ringing ceremony with candle lighting. Open to those who lost a loved one and would like to honor and celebrate their memory.

6:30 p.m. Presque Isle Pavilion, 3 Peter White Dr. (906) 225-7760.

• Concert on the Steps: The Ogeas.

7 p.m. Front Street steps, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Knitting Group. Those interested in crocheting, knitting and other fiber arts are welcome to bring their projects and share with others. Coffee provided.

1:30 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Wings of Fire Interest Group. Youth age eight and older are invited to discuss the series, write fanfiction, make crafts and other activities. 3 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Farmer’s Market. Shop from local farmers and artisans. 4 to 7 p.m. Chiri Park, corner of Iron and Silver streets. market@cityofnegaunee.com

• Cupcake Wars. Youth age 6 to 18 will receive two cupcakes and a variety of decorating options. Participants will judge the cupcakes and vote for their favorite. 6 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. To register by July 17 (and request gluten-free cupcakes) (906) 475-7700, ext. 18.

• Negaunee Beautification Committee Meeting. Everyone is welcome. Grab your gloves and bring your ideas. 6:30 p.m. Location to be determined. (906) 362-8160.

• Negaunee City Band Concert. 7:30 p.m. Negaunee Outdoor Performing Arts Center, east end of Iron St.

Phoenix

• How a Scribbler Bends and Blends Time, Memory and History into Fiction. Author Joseph Heywood will discuss how the history embedded in everyday life shapes his writing. Keweenaw County Historical Society members, $5; others, $6. 7 p.m. Central Mine Methodist Church at the Central Mine site, off US-41, north of Phoenix.

keweenawhistory.org

20 THURSDAY

sunrise 6:16 a.m.; sunset 9:36 p.m.

Calumet

• Preschool Story Time. 10:15 a.m. Calumet Public Library. (906) 337-0311.

• Movie Magic: Puss in Boots. $1. 7 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Chassell

• The Beautiful Mysterious World of Mushrooms. Dana Richter will describe the roles mushrooms play in the health of forests. 7 p.m. Chassell Heritage Center, 42373 Hancock Ave. (906) 523-1155.

Copper Harbor

• Performances in the Park. B&B will perform. A farmer’s market is also on site. 7 to 9 p.m. Donny Kilpela Memorial Park., 240 Gratiot St. (906) 289-4020.

Escanaba

• Fam Jam Cardio Dance Party. 11:45 a.m. North Lawn, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Ishpeming

• Beginner Archery. Shelley Saxwold will provide instruction and individual coaching for those who are new to archery. Equipment will be provided. NCLL members, $15; nonmembers, $20. 2 p.m. Straight-line Archery, 1705 Ash St. (906) 475-4252.

• Crochet Club. Socialize with fellow crafters or learn how to crochet. 2 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Summer Concert Series. Iron Daisy will peform. Bring your own chair. 7 p.m. Old Ish statue on Main Street.

L’Anse

• Lakefront Concert. Adam Carpenter and Upper Hand will perform. 7 p.m. Lakefront Park, Broad Street. (rain location is Meadowbrook Arena, 204 Division St.).

Marquette

• Blueberry Lemonade Slime. Drop in, get a slime ticket from the desk, and make slime. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Great Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906)226-4323.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• Music on Third. Local musicians will play along the sidewalks. 6 to 8 p.m. Third St.

• We’re Banking on You! This fundraiser will include presentations on the history of the 96-year-old First

National Bank (now Flagstar Bank) and its building architecture, women in banking and the coin collection of L.G. Kaufman, and a performance by Blue Champagne featuring Bob Buchkoe. Proceeds benefit the Marquette Regional History Center. Prices vary. 6:30 p.m. Flagstar Bank, 101 W. Washington St. (906) 226-3571 or marquettehistory.org

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

21 FRIDAY

Calumet

• Flower Gala and Recital of Early Music. Kathryn Summersett, Jared Anderson and Kathleen Alatalo-Arten, will perform. Refreshments, silent auction, drawings and more will follow. Prices vary. 6 p.m. Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne’s, 25725 Scott St. (906) 337-2410.

Crystal Falls

• Blooze Brothers. This 11-piece band will feature the antics of the infamous Blues Brothers with a female lead singer, and some of Chicago’s top musicians. Prices vary. 7 p.m. CDT. Crystal Theatre, 304 Superior Ave. thecrystaltheatre.org or (906) 875-3208.

Ishpeming

• Christmas in July Cookie

Decorating for Kids. Drop in to decorate Christmas cookies while supplies last. Noon to 1 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Teen Book Club: Ages 13 to 17. The selection will be The Book of Living Secrets by Madeline Roux. 3 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

Lake Linden

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, prepared foods, and handcrafted items. 4 to 7 p.m. Village Park. (906) 369-3971.

Marquette

• Global Cinema: Francois Truffaut’s 400 Blows. Noon. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• LEGO Club. Build with the library’s LEGO bricks. Youth younger than eight must be accompanied by an adult. 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Great Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St.

museums

Big Bay

• Big Bay Lighthouse. The grounds of the 1896 lighthouse are open yearround. 3 Lighthouse Rd. (906) 3459957.

Calumet

• Coppertown Mining Museum. View exhibits relative to the copper mining industry and community life. Prices vary. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 25815 Red Jacket Rd. (906) 337-4354.

• International Frisbee/USA Guts Hall of Fame and Museum. Learn about the history of Guts Frisbee. Days and hours vary. Open when events are held. Second floor ballroom, Calumet Colosseum, 110 Red Jacket Rd. (906) 281-7625.

Copper Harbor

• Fort Wilkins State Park. Built in 1844, this fort is a well-preserved nineteenth-century military post and lighthouse complex. Through museum exhibits, audio-visual programs and costumed interpretation, visitors can explore the daily routine of military service, experience the hardships of frontier isolation and discover another era. Park store, bookstore, concession stand and campsites are on site. $17 per car, per day for Michigan residents, $9 for nonresidents. 8:30 a.m. to dusk. US-41 (one mile east of Copper Harbor). (906) 289-4215.

Covington

• Covington Historical Museum. Located in the historic 1905 Township Hall, a Michigan Historic Site, the museum houses exhibits, photographs and artifacts focusing on the life of early Finnish residents of Covington Township. The museum contains the Township’s only jail cell. The genealogy room has family history files and early township records. Saturday, 1 to 3 p.m. Open through August 26. Center Street. (906) 3552169.

Eagle Harbor

• Eagle Harbor Life Saving Museum. View displays of early wooden rescue boats, surfboats, life-cars and more. Donations appreciated. Daily, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Marina Rd. keweenawhistory.org

• Eagle Harbor Light Station Museum and Lighthouse. The original lighthouse was built in 1851, which was replaced by the present red brick structure in 1871. The U.S. Coast Guard continues to operate the light at the top of the tower as an active navigational aid. Free for children 16 and younger and KCHS members, $8 for adults. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, noon to 5

p.m. 670 Lighthouse Rd. keweenawhistory.org

Eagle River

• Eagle River Museum. The museum focuses on four themes, including the Cliff Mine, the town of Eagle River, the town and mine of Phoenix, and the Crestview amusement area. Donations appreciated. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. M-26. keweenawhistory.org

Escanaba

• Upper Peninsula Honor Flight Legacy Museum. The museum chronicles the history of the U.P. Honor Flights with the history of the trips. Donations appreciated. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by request. Inside the Delta County Chamber of Commerce, 1001 N. Lincoln Rd.

• Upper Peninsula Military Museum. The museum honors Upper Peninsula veterans, and features exhibits and dioramas portraying the Upper Peninsula’s contribution to U.S. war efforts from the Civil War through the Afghanistan wars. Donations appreciated. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by request. Inside the Delta County Chamber of Commerce, 1001 N. Lincoln Rd.

Garden

• Fayette Historic Townsite. This site was once one of the Upper Peninsula’s most productive iron-smelting operations. A town of nearly 500 residents grew up around two blast furnaces, a large dock and several charcoal kilns. It now includes a visitor center, museum exhibits, a 26-station walking tour and a scale model of the original townsite. $17 per car, per day for Michigan residents, $9 for nonresidents. Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 14785 II Road. (906) 644-2603.

Grand Marais

• Pickle Barrel House Museum. This 16-foot-high barrel has been restored to its condition as a cottage, built for author and illustrator William Donahey, who created the Teenie Weenie characters. $1. Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Downtown. grandmaraismichigan.com

Greenland

• Adventure Mining Company. The mine opened in 1850 and remains one of the best-preserved sites of its time. Although the mine closed in 1920, many of the shafts are still open for touring. Tours range from surface walking tours to underground rappelling down a mineshaft. Prices vary. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 200 Adventure Ave. (906) 883-3371 or adventuremine.com

Hancock

• Quincy Mine Hoist and Underground Mine. There are two options for touring the site. On both the surface tour and the full tour, visitors will see the museum, inside the No. 2 Shaft House and the Nordberg Steam Hoist and ride the cog rail tram car to the mine entrance. On the full tour, visitors will take a tractor-pulled wagon into the mine, seven levels underground. Daily guided tours; prices and hours vary. 49750 US-41. (906) 482-3101 or quincymine.com

Houghton

• A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum. New exhibit on Yooperlites, sodalite-bearing syenites that possess fluorescent properties. View the largest collection of minerals from the Great Lakes region and the world’s finest collection of Michigan minerals. Prices vary. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 1404 E. Sharon Ave. museum.mtu.edu or (906) 487-2572.

• Carnegie Museum. Features rotating displays of local history, natural science and culture. The Science Center is dedicated to interactive exhibits about science for kids. Tuesday and Thursday, noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. 105 Huron St. (906) 482-7140 or carnegiekeweenaw.org

• MTU Archives and Copper Country Historical Collections. Features a variety of historical memorabilia, highlighting life in the Copper Coun-

try. Open by appointment. Lower level of the J.R. Van Pelt Library, MTU. (906) 487-3209.

Iron Mountain

• Cornish Pumping Engine and Mining Museum. The 725-ton Cornish Pumping Engine, the largest steam-driven pumping engine ever built in the United States, is famous for dewatering Iron Mountain’s Chapin Mine, one of the wettest mines ever worked and the largest producer of iron ore on the Menominee Iron Range. The museum also displays extensive underground mining equipment. Prices vary. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 300 Kent St. (906) 774-1086 or menomineemuseum.com

• World War II Glider and Military Museum. During World War II, the Ford Motor Company’s Kingsford plant built the CG-4A gliders for the U.S. Army. View one of seven fully restored CG-4A G World War II gliders, military uniforms from the Civil War through the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, memorabilia, restored military vehicles and more. Prices vary. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 302 Kent St. (906) 774-1086 or menomineemuseum.com

Ishpeming

• Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum. View local historical artifacts of miners and mines, past and present, safety equipment, blasting and diamond drilling equipment and more. Guided tours of the tunnels are available. Prices vary. Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to

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Coppertown Mining Museum, Calumet

4 p.m. 501 W. Euclid St. (906) 4851882 or cliffsshaftminemuseum.com

• Ishpeming Area Historical Society Museum. Displays include a military exhibit and artifacts from the Elson Estate. Donations appreciated. Open during the summer months. Please see website for updates. Gossard Building, Suite 303, 308 Cleveland Ave. ishpeminghistory.org

• U.S. National Ski & Snowboard

Hall of Fame & Museum. The museum features more than 300 Hall of Fame inductees, presented in photographs and biographies, and displays and exhibits of skiing history and equipment, an extensive library, video show, gift shop, special events and more. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. US-41 and Third St. (906) 485-6323 skihall.com

K.I. Sawyer

• K.I. Sawyer Heritage Air Museum. The museum promotes and preserves the aviation history the air base brought to the area. Air Force-related materials are on display, including photographs, flags, medals and more. Donations appreciated. Wednesday through Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. 402 Third St. (906) 236-3502 or kishamuseum. org

Lake Linden

• Houghton County Historical Museum. Exhibits include local Copper Country mining, logging and cultural history. Outdoor exhibits include a working Calumet & Hecla Mining Company train. Prices, days and hours vary. 53102 M-26. (906) 2964121 or houghtonhistory.org

Marquette

(906) 226-4323.

• Hiawatha Music Festival. This annual festival will feature traditional music styles, such as bluegrass, oldtimey, Cajun, Celtic, acoustic blues, and folk, including singer/songwriters, as well as traditional dance styles. Mainstage acts include nationally known performers as well as regional and local favorites. Prices vary. Tourist Park, 2145 Sugar Loaf Ave. hiawathamusic.org

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Republic

• Fishing Derby Pre-Registration. A parade begins at 7 p.m. followed by live music by Diversion from 7 to 11

• Baraga Educational Center and Museum. View artifacts and tools used by Venerable Bishop Baraga. Donations appreciated. Monday through Friday, noon to 5 p.m. and by appointment. 615 S. Fourth St. (906) 227-9117.

• Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center. Mary Biekkola Wright: A Retrospective, 1986-2011 will be on display through August 26. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Corner of Seventh and Tracy streets. NMU. (906) 227-3212 or nmu.edu/beaumier

• Marquette Maritime Museum. Exhibits on shipwrecks in Marquette and Lake Superior, early life-saving and U.S. Coast Guard, the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald and the Henry B. Smith, and more. Guided tours of the Marquette Lighthouse are also available. Free for children 2 and younger and active military; Museums for all passholders, $3; children ages 3 to 12, $5; students with ID, $6; seniors and retired military, $7; adults, $8. Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 300 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 226-2006 or mqtmaritimemuseum. com

• Marquette Regional History Center. Exposing Photography: Anything but a Small Business, featuring the works of U.P. photographers, their studios and equipment, will be on display through January 13, 2024. The museum also includes interactive displays as well as regional history exhibits. Youth 12 and younger, $2; students, $3; seniors, $6; adults, $7. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 145 W. Spring St. (906) 2263571 or marquettehistory.org

• Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum. A variety of interactive exhibits

p.m. Munson Park. (906) 869-2744.

22 SATURDAY

sunrise 6:18 a.m.; sunset 9:34 p.m.

Calumet

• Community Summer Market. Shop for fresh foods and local handcrafted gifts. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 934-2228.

Curtis

• Wine and Cheese Tasting and Auction Fundraiser. This annual fundraiser will include silent and live auctions, a cash bar and food truck, supports the Erickson Center for the Arts. 4 p.m. Erickson Center for the Arts, 9224 Saw-Wa-Quato St. mynorthtickets.com

Ishpeming

offer learning through investigation and creativity. Prices vary. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 123 W. Baraga Ave. (906) 226-3911 or upchildrensmuseum.org

Menominee

• West Shore Fishing Museum. Tour the Bailey Family Homestead, the site of a pioneer commercial fishery and a stop on the Great Lakes Fisheries Trail. Exhibits include a restored Victorian home, several fishing boats, equipment, tools, and photos showing commercial fishing practices. Saturdays and Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m. 15 miles north of Menominee or 8 miles south of Cedar River on M-35 (turn at the Bailey Park entrance). (715) 923-9756.

Mohawk

• The Delaware Mine. Take self-guided tours of veins of copper exposed in the walls of the mine, as well as indoor and outdoor train displays. Daily 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 7804 Delaware Rd. (906) 289-4688.

Munising

• Alger County Historical Society Heritage Center. Exhibits include the Grand Island Recreation Area, Munising Woodenware Company, barn building, homemaking, sauna and more. Tuesday through Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. 1496 Washington St. (906) 387-4308.

Negaunee

• Michigan Iron Industry Museum. In the forested ravines of the Marquette Iron Range, the museum overlooks the Carp River and the site of the first iron forge in the Lake Su-

• Author Visit: Tobin T. Buhk. Tobin T. Buhk will discuss Michigan cold cases and ongoing investigations of local interest. 2 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

L’Anse

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers, food producers, and artisans. 9 a.m. to noon. Waterfront Park, N. Front St.

Marquette

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Marquette Commons, 112 South Third St. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Hiawatha Music Festival. This annual festival will feature traditional music styles, such as bluegrass, oldtimey, Cajun, Celtic, acoustic blues, and folk, including singer/songwriters, as well as traditional dance styles.

perior region. Museum exhibits, audio-visual programs and outdoor interpretive paths depict the large-scale capital and human investment that made Michigan an industrial leader. The museum is one of 10 museums and historic sites administered by the Michigan Historical Center. Michigan Recreation Passport required for parking. Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 73 Forge Rd. (906) 475-7857.

Painesdale

• Painesdale Mine and Shaft Inc. Tours of the ground level are free and visitors can see the hoist house, the captain’s office and the ground levels of the shaft house. Guides can provide interpretive information. Private tours available. Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. 42634 Second St. (906) 369-5358 or painsedalemineshaft.com

Phoenix

• Phoenix Church. Originally built in 1858 and located in the town of Cliff, the church was dismantled and reassembled in its current location in 1899. The last mass was held in 1957. Donations appreciated. Daily, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Junction of US-41 and M-26. keweenawhistory.org

South Range

• Copper Range Historical Museum. Exhibits recreate life from the early 1900s to the mid-1950s of the immigrants who built the towns and villages of the area. Collections include photographs, books and artifacts. Tuesday through Friday, noon to 3 p.m. Trimountain Ave. (906) 4826125.

Mainstage acts include nationally known performers as well as regional and local favorites. Prices vary. Tourist Park, 2145 Sugar Loaf Ave. hiawathamusic.org

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. Lessons, 10 a.m. Games, 11:30 a.m. Citizens Forum, Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair St. superiorland_bridge.tripod.com

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Republic

• Fishing Derby. A variety of prizes are available for kids and adults. Live music by Stranded from 8 p.m. to midnight and fireworks at Munson Park.

Age 16 and youner, $5; Age 17 and older, $20. 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. On the Michigamme River. (906) 869-2744.

23 SUNDAY

sunrise 6:19 a.m.; sunset 9:33 p.m.

Calumet

• Art Junkies. An arts and craft social group. Noon to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 231-0448.

Ishpeming

• Bingo. Noon. Ishpeming VFW, 310 Bank St. (906) 486-4856.

Marquette

• Hiawatha Music Festival. This annual festival will feature traditional music styles, such as bluegrass, oldtimey, Cajun, Celtic, acoustic blues, and folk, including singer/songwriters, as well as traditional dance styles. Mainstage acts include nationally known performers as well as regional and local favorites. Prices vary. Tourist Park, 2145 Sugar Loaf Ave. hiawathamusic.org

• Story Time at MooseWood: The Gruffalo. A reading of The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson will be followed by a fun activity and time to enjoy the nature center. $5 per child or $10 per family. 11 a.m. MooseWood Nature Center, in the Shiras Pool Building at Presque Isle Park. moosewoodnc@ gmail.com.

Republic

• Fishing Derby. The duck race will be followed by the announcement of prize and raffle winners. Age 16 and youner, $5; Age 17 and older, $20. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. On the Michigamme River. (906) 869-2744.

24 MONDAY

sunrise 6:20 a.m.; sunset 9:32 p.m.

Calumet

• Field Sketching with Cynthia Coté. Spend time drawing outdoors with others for practice and relaxation. No instruction, bring your own supplies. 10 a.m. to noon. Osceola #13, behind Holiday, 56021 U.S. Hwy. 41. (906) 482-2333.

Escanaba

• Music Mondays: Stonewall. 7 to 9 p.m. Karas Bandshell, Ludington Park, Lake Shore Dr.

Gladstone

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, baked goods and artisan crafts. 3 to 6 p.m. 907 Delta Ave. gladstonemi. org

Ishpeming

• Community Day. 4:30 p.m. Inspiration Orchard, corner of East North Street and York Street. camden@

partridgecreekfarm.org.

Marquette

• Superiorland Pet Partners. Youth of all ages can practice reading to a therapy dog. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Front Street lawn, Peter White Library, 217 N. Front St. (rain location is the library’s Great Room). (906) 226-4323.

• Teens Game On. Youth in grades 6 to 12 are invited for video games, board games and more. 2 to 4 p.m. Teen Zone, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4321.

Negaunee

• All-Ages Online Storytime. Miss Jessica will lead stories, songs and rhymes on Facebook Live. 11 a.m. facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary. (906) 475-7700.

25 TUESDAY

sunrise 6:21 a.m.; sunset 9:31 p.m.

Delaware

• Delaware Mine Archaeological Explorations. Carl Blair will discuss the findings of a field study investigating the history of mining at Delaware location. Keweenaw County Historical Society members,$5; others, $6. 7 p.m. Meet onsite at the Delaware Mine Central Office, 7804 Delaware Rd., off US-41. keweenawhistory.org

Ishpeming

• Weather Watch! Students in kindergaretn through Grade 8 will learn about weather and climate, then put their building skills to the test to create a structure that can withstand different weather events. 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. To register, visit ishpeminglibrary.info/calendar

• Adult Horror Book Club. The selection will be All Hallows by Christopher Golden. 2 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, (906) 486-4381.

• Cemetery Tour. Hosted by the Ishpeming Area Historical Society. Age 11 and younger, free; 12 to 17, $5; 18 and older, $10. 6:30 p.m. Meet at the sexton’s office at the Ishpeming Cemetery, N. Second St. (906) 486-8680.

Marquette

• Park Storytime. Families and youth can enjoy books, songs, bubbles, parachute play, and more. 9:30 a.m. Williams Park, corner of Ohio and Pine streets. Rain location is the Community Room at Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4323.

• Fraud Prevention and Investigation. Michigan State Police Trooper Thomas Kinnunen and Jannette Hansen, of Nicolet National Bank, will discuss how to prevent and recover from fraud. NCLL members, $5; nonmembers, $10. 10 a.m. NMU Mead Auditorium, 2701 Presque Isle Ave. (906) 250-9492.

• Tech Coaching for Seniors. Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want with the help of Christine Ault. Bring your charged device and passwords. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.Heritage Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4311.

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. superiorland_bridge.tripod. com

• Historic Marquette Bus Tours. This 90-minute tour will present local history through stories told by historical reenactors. $25. 1 p.m. Depart from the Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St. (906) 226-3571 or marquettehistory.org

• Lake Superior Knitters. Participants will prepare to enter items in the Marquette County Fair. Open to all ages and levels of knitting. Suggested donation of $1 to $5 per session to the MRHC. 1 to 2:30 p.m. Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St. beedhive47@yahoo.com

• Oil Painting, Pastels and Drawing Classes with Marlene Wood. Bring your own supplies. $20. 1 to 3 p.m. Marquette Arts and Culture Center, lower level, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 225-8655.

• Teens Tuesday: Candy Sushi. Students in Grades 6 to 12 can join Amanda to make sushi from our favorite candy. 2 p.m. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4321.

• Concert on the Steps: Eddie and the Bluesers. 7 p.m. Front Street steps, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Summer Reading Workshop. Presented by the Michigan Science Center. 2:45 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

26 WEDNESDAY

sunrise 6:23 a.m.; sunset 9:30 p.m.

Calumet

• Summer Concert Series. 7:30 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Chassell

• Farmers Market. 3 to 6 p.m. 103 Third St. chassellmarket.com

Curtis

• Music in the Park. Three Wheel Drive will perform. 6:30 p.m. Erickson

Center for the Arts, 9224 Saw-WaQuato St. ericksoncenter.org

Escanaba

• Healthy Habits: Feeding a Picky Eater. 4:30 p.m. Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Gwinn

• Protect Your Assets from Nursing Home Costs. This free educational presentation will be led by Attorney Jacob Spear, of Heirloom Law Group P.C. 1:45 p.m. Forsyth Senior Center, 165 N. Maple St. To register, (906) 346-9862.

Ishpeming

• Adult Horror Book Club. The selection will be All Hallows by Christopher Golden. 6 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

L’Anse

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers, food producers, and artisans. 3 to 5:30 p.m. Waterfront Park, N. Front St.

Marquette

• Congregate Meals for Seniors–Dine in or Curbside Pickup. Meals available to those age 60 and older. Call to reserve a meal. $3.50 suggested donation. Noon to 1 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St. (906) 228-0456.

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 5 to 8 p.m. 100 Block of Washington Street. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Historic Marquette Bus Tours. This 90-minute tour will present local history through stories told by historical reenactors. $25. 6 p.m. Depart from the Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring St. (906) 226-3571 or marquettehistory.org

• Concert on the Steps - Parking Lot. Troy Graham and Nels Lindquist will perform. 7 p.m. Front Street steps, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• Knitting Group. Those interested in crocheting, knitting and other fiber arts are welcome to bring their projects and share with others. Coffee provided. 1:30 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Wings of Fire Interest Group. Youth age eight and older are invited to discuss the series, write fanfiction, make crafts and other activities. 3 p.m. Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Book Sale. All purchases are by

donation. 4 to 6:30 p.m. Outside lawn of the Negaunee Public Library, 319 W. Case St. (906) 475-7700.

• Farmer’s Market. Shop from local farmers and artisans. 4 to 7 p.m. Chiri Park, corner of Iron and Silver streets. market@cityofnegaunee.com

• Negaunee City Band Concert. 7:30 p.m. Negaunee Outdoor Performing Arts Center, east end of Iron St.

27 THURSDAY

sunrise 6:24 a.m.; sunset 9:29 p.m.

Calumet

• Preschool Story Time. 10:15 a.m. Calumet Public Library. (906) 337-0311.

• Movie Magic: The Bad Guys $1. 7 p.m. Calumet Theatre, 340 Sixth St. calumettheatre.com

Chassell

• From Rock to Rail. Mark Worrall will discuss the relationship between the mining and rail industries in Michigan. 7 p.m. Chassell Heritage Center, 42373 Hancock Ave. (906) 523-1155.

Copper Harbor

• Performances in the Park. Uncle Floyd will perform. A farmer’s market is also on site. 7 to 9 p.m. Donny Kilpela Memorial Park., 240 Gratiot St. (906) 289-4020.

Curtis

• Disney’s The Little Mermaid: The Musical. Prices vary. 7 p.m. The Pine Performance Center, 9224 Saw-WaQuato St. mynorthtickets.com

Escanaba

• National Trappers Convention and Outdoor Expo. Special guests will include the cast from The Last Alaskans and Marty Meierotto from the History Channel’s Mountain Men Vendors will offer demos, products, how-to seminars and more. Age 12 and younger, free; Age 13 and older. $10, or $20 for three-day pass. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. U.P. State Fairgrounds, 2401 12th Ave. N. uptrappers.com/nta-convention

• Live on the Lawn....at Lunch! Live music featuring Bling Crosby. 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. North Lawn, Escanaba Public Library, 400 Ludington St. (906) 789-7323.

Ishpeming

• Community Preschool Storytime. The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library will offer stories and songs. 11 a.m. Partridge Creek Farm Inspiration Orchard, 105 York St. (906) 486-4381 or ishpeminglibrary.info

• Great Lakes Great Books Club (Grades 4-5). The selection will be Coming Up Short by Laurie Morrison. 6 p.m. Ray Leverton Community Room, Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

• Summer Concert Series. The

Crunge will pefrom. Bring your own chair. 7 p.m. Old Ish statue on Main Street.

L’Anse

• Lakefront Concert. Gypsy Soul Food, Cathy Bolton and Paul Smith will perform. 7 p.m. Lakefront Park, Broad Street. (rain location is Meadowbrook Arena, 204 Division St.).

Marquette

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St.

• Garden Tour. Tour neighborhood gardens followed by refreshments at Peter White Public Library. Rain or shine. $10. 1 to 7 p.m. mqtbeautification.org

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

• Marquette City Band Concert. 7:30 p.m. Bandshell, Presque Isle Park.

• North Coast Dance Festival. NMU Theatre and Dance will host professional dancers from across the country. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Forest Roberts Theatre, 1401 Presque Isle Ave. nmu. edu/theatreanddance

28 FRIDAY

sunrise 6:25 a.m.; sunset 9:27 p.m.

Caspian

• History Happy Hour: 90 Years of CCC Camps. Bill Jamerson will present a musical tribute to the U.P.’s Civilian Conservation Corps. Free admission and popcorn; beverages available for sale. 6:45 p.m. Iron County Museum, 100 Brady Ave. (906) 265-2617.

Curtis

• Disney’s The Little Mermaid: The Musical. Prices vary. 7 p.m. The Pine Performance Center, 9224 Saw-WaQuato St. MyNorthTickets.com

Escanaba

• National Trappers Convention and Outdoor Expo. Special guests will include the cast from The Last Alaskans and Marty Meierotto from the History Channel’s Mountain Men Vendors will offer demos, products, how-to seminars and more. Age 12 and younger, free; Age 13 and older. $10, or $20 for three-day pass. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. U.P. State Fairgrounds, 2401 12th Ave. N. uptrappers.com/nta-convention

Ishpeming

• Chalk the Walk. Create sidewalk chalk murals around the senior center and enjoy an ice cream treat inside. 2 p.m. Ishpeming Senior Center, 121 Greenwood St. (906) 486-4381.

• Teen Angst and You: How to Turn Your Feelings into Pages. A summer-long class for teens on the art of novel writing. 2 p.m. Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, 317 N. Main St. (906) 486-4381.

Lake Linden

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, prepared foods, and handcrafted items. 4 to 7 p.m. Village Park. (906) 369-3971.

Marquette

• Blueberry Festival. This festival will include vendors, sidewalk sales, and blueberries. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Washington and Front Streets.

• Blockbusting Cinema Throwback: Jaws. Noon. Community Room, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. (906) 226-4322,

. Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. 12:30 p.m. Marquette Senior Center, 300 W. Spring St.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

• North Coast Dance Festival. NMU Theatre and Dance will host professional dancers from across the country. $17 for the general public, $12 for Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Forest Roberts Theatre, 1401 Presque Isle Ave. nmu. edu/theatreanddance

Negaunee

• U.P. Firefighter’s Tournament. Events include a dress parade, street dance, and Shirt Tail Parade. Times and locations to be announced.

29 SATURDAY

sunrise 6:26 a.m.; sunset 9:26 p.m.

Calumet

• Community Summer Market. Shop for fresh foods and local handcrafted gifts. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 934-2228.

Curtis

• Disney’s The Little Mermaid: The Musical. Prices vary. 7 p.m. The Pine Performance Center, 9224 Saw-WaQuato St. mynorthtickets.com

Escanaba

• National Trappers Convention and Outdoor Expo. Special guests will include the cast from The Last Alaskans and Marty Meierotto from the History Channel’s Mountain Men. Vendors will offer demos, products, how-to seminars and more. Age 12 and younger, free; Age 13 and older. $10, or $20 for three-day pass. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. U.P. State Fairgrounds, 2401 12th Ave. N. uptrappers.com/nta-convention

L’Anse

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers, food producers, and artisans. 9 a.m. to noon. Waterfront Park, N. Front St.

Marquette

• Queen City Half Marathon and Breakwater 5K. 8 a.m. Downtown. queencityhalfmarathon.com

• Farmers Market. Shop from local farmers, growers and artisans. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Marquette Commons, 112 South Third St. mqtfarmersmarket.com

• Art on the Rocks. This annual juried show will include fine art, food trucks, and art activities. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mattson Lower Harbor Park. marquetteartontherocks.com

• Outback Art Fair. This event will include more than 100 artists and food vendors. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Shiras Park at Picnic Rocks. outbackartfair.com

• Superiorland Duplicate Bridge Club. Games open to all interested players. $5 for games. Lessons, 10 a.m.

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Games, 11:30 a.m. Citizens Forum, Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair St.

• Lake Superior Theatre: Jersey Boys. This bio-musical is inspired by the lives of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Prices vary. 7:30 p.m. Lake Superior Theatre Boathouse, 270 N. Lakeshore Blvd. (906) 227-7625 or lakesuperiortheatre.com

Negaunee

• U.P. Firefighter’s Tournament. Events include breakfast provided by the Elks Lodge of Negaunee, competitive races between departments from across the U.P., kids activities and water games at Breitung Park, and the Fireman’s Ball and Award Ceremony. Times and locations to be announced.

30 SUNDAY

sunrise 6:27 a.m.; sunset 9:25 p.m.

support groups

• Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families— Marquette. Sundays, 7 p.m., Use the parking lot entrance. Downstairs meeting room, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 201 E. Ridge St. adultchildren.org/meeting

• Alano Club—Marquette. Twelvestep recovery meetings daily. Monday through Saturday, noon and 8 p.m. Sunday, 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. 3020 US-41, Marquette.

• Al-Anon Family Groups. A fellowship offering strength and hope for friends and families of problem drinkers. al-alon.org or (888) 425-2666.

• Alcoholics Anonymous. Meetings throughout Marquette County, open daily, at many locations and times. Twenty-four-hour answering service, aa-marquettecounty.org or (800) 605-5043.

• ALZConnected. This is a free, online community for everyone affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other memory loss diseases. alzconnected.org

• American Legacy Foundation. Smoking quit line for expectant mothers and cessation information for women. (800) 668-8278.

• Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar and Cholesterol Checks. Cholesterol checks are $5. Call for Marquette County schedule. (906) 225-4545.

• Divorce Care—Ishpeming. This non-denominational group is for people who are separated or divorced. New members are welcome. Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Northiron Church, 910 Palms Ave. (906) 475-6032 or northiron. church

• Grief Share—Ishpeming. This non-denominational group is for people dealing with grief and loss.

Calumet

• Art Junkies. An arts and craft social group. Noon to 2 p.m. Calumet Art Center, 57055 Fifth St. (906) 231-0448.

Marquette

• Art on the Rocks. This annual juried show will include fine art, food trucks, and art activities 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mattson Lower Harbor Park. marquetteartontherocks.com

• Outback Art Fair. This event will include more than 100 artists and food vendors. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shiras Park at Picnic Rocks. outbackartfair.com

• Creature Feature: Pill Bugs. Collect and observe pill bugs and put together temporary habitats for further study. $5 per child or $10 per family. 3 p.m. MooseWood Nature Center, in the Shiras Pool Building at Presque Isle Park. moosewoodnc@gmail.com.

Negaunee

• U.P. Firefighter’s Tournament. Events include breakfast provided by the Elks Lodge of Negaunee, commercial parade, and overall awards ceremony. Times and locations to be announced.

31 MONDAY

sunrise 6:28 a.m.; sunset 9:24 p.m.

Calumet

• Musical Mondays. Jim and Terri Enrietti will peform. $5. 7 p.m. Keweenaw Heritage Center at St. Anne’s, 25725 Scott St. (906) 337-2410.

Escanaba

• Music Mondays. Featuring Grand Design. 7 to 9 p.m. Karas Bandshell, Ludington Park, Lake Shore Dr.

Gladstone

Mondays, 2:30 p.m. Northiron Church, 910 Palms Ave. northiron. church or (906) 475-6032.

• iCanQuit. Smokers are invited to learn more about quitting with the help of a quitting coach. (800) 480-7848.

• Internet and Technology Addicts Anonymous. Tuesdays, 12:05 p.m. Upstairs, The Crib Coffee House, 401 N. Third St. ITAAMQT@zohomail. com

• Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice Grief Support Group— Gwinn. People dealing with grief and loss are encouraged to attend. Individual grief counseling is available. July 12. 2 p.m. Forsyth Senior Center, 165 Maple St. (906) 225-7760 or lakesuperiorhospice.org

• Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice Grief Support Group— Marquette. People dealing with grief and loss are encouraged to attend. Individual grief counseling is available. Canceled for July due to memorial service (see calendar for July 19). lakesuperiorhospice.org

• Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice Grief Support Group— Negaunee. People dealing with grief and loss are encouraged to attend. Individual grief counseling is available. July 20. 3 p.m. Negaunee Senior Center, 410 Jackson St. lakesuperiorhospice.org or (906) 475-6266.

• Marquette Codependents Anonymous Meeting. Mondays, 7 p.m. LoveMarq Church, 728 W. Kaye Ave. coda.org

• Michigan Tobacco Quit Line. This free quit smoking coaching hotline provides callers with a personal health coach. (800) 784-8669.

• Motherhood Support Group— Marquette. This free group meets

the second Thursday of each month. 6 p.m. Suunta Integrative Health, 1209 N. Third St. (906) 273-0964.

• Nar-Anon Meetings—Ishpeming. Family and friends who have addicted loved ones are invited. Thursdays, 6:30 p.m. Mission Covenant Church, 1001 N. Second St. (906) 361-9524.

• Narcotics Anonymous Meetings— Marquette. Family and friends who have addicted loved ones are invited. Open meetings, Wednesdays and Sundays, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Closed meeting, Fridays, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Use the Ridge Street entrance. Downstairs Social Room, Marquette Hope First Campus, 111 E. Ridge St.

• National Alliance on Mental Illness—In-Person Support Group. Individuals living with mental illness and friends or families living with an individual with mental illness are welcome. July 10 and 20. 7 p.m. Superior Alliance for Independent Living, Suite A, 1200 Wright St. (906) 360-7107 or namimqt.com

• National Alliance on Mental Illness— Zoom Support Group. Individuals living with mental illness and friends or families living with an individual with mental illness are welcome. July 6 (Zoom date may be subject to change). 7 p.m. Email ckbertucci58@charter.net or call or text (906) 360-7107 before 6:45 p.m. the day of the meeting to receive the Zoom invitation. www.namimqt.com

• Nicotine Anonymous. (415) 7500328 or www.nicotine-anonymous.org

• Senior Support Group— Marquette. Dental hygienist Sue Madden will present “Aging with a Healthy Smile.” July 20. 2 p.m. Mill Creek Clubhouse, 1728 Windstone Dr. (906) 225-7760 or

• Farmers Market. Shop for local produce, baked goods and artisan crafts. 3 to 6 p.m. 907 Delta Ave. gladstonemi. org

Ishpeming

• Community Day. 4:30 p.m. Inspiration Orchard, corner of East North Street and York Street. camden@ partridgecreekfarm.org

Marquette

• Authors Reading Virtually. Writer Anne-Marie Oomen will read from her 2023 Michigan Notable Book, As Long As I Know You: The Mom Book 7 p.m. Via Zoom. (906) 226-4322.

Negaunee

• All-Ages Online Storytime. Miss Jessica will lead stories, songs and rhymes on Facebook Live. 11 a.m. facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary. (906) 475-7700.

lakesuperiorhospice.org

• Sexual Health and Addiction Therapy Group. Call Great Lakes Recovery Centers for more details. Dates, times and locations vary. (906) 228-9696.

• SMART Recovery—Calumet. A self-help group for alcohol and substance abuse and other addictive behaviors. Mondays, 7 p.m. Copper Country Mental Health, 56938 Calumet Avenue. smartrecovery.org

• SMART Recovery—Hancock. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 p.m. Room 324, Jutila Center, 200 Michigan St.

• SMART Recovery—Marquette. Mondays, Noon. Zoom meeting. Visit smartrecovery.com for Zoom link.

• Stronger Together: Families Against Narcotics. Friends and families who have addicted loved ones are invited. Second and fourth Tuesdays. 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Meeting ID: 702 728 9111, Passcode 448118. (906) 361-9524.

• Take Off Pounds Sensibly. This is a non-commercial weight-control support group. Various places and times throughout the U.P. (800) 932-8677.

• Virtual Caregiver Support Group. U.P. family caregivers are welcome to join. A device with an internet connection, webcam, microphone and an email address are required. Advanced registration required. 2 p.m. Second Tuesday of the month. (906) 217-3019 or caregivers@upcap.org

• Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Supplemental Food Program. Clinics include nutritional counseling and coupon pick-up. Appointments required. Call for Marquette County schedule. mqthealth.org or (906) 475-7846.