December 10

• Free Soup Supper – Atlantic Mine. Location: Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 47281 Adventure St. Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Atlantic Mine offers a free supper on the second Wednesday of each month. All are invited to enjoy soup, bread, and a piece of fruit. A vegan option is available.

• Gales of November, author presentation, 5:30 p.m. Author John U. Bacon, will discuss his New York Times Best Seller, “The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald.” He’ll share insights and stories about the lakes, the ship, the storm, and most importantly, the crew and their families. Books will be for sale on site by North Wind Books.

December 11

• Better Together Christian Women’s Group, 9:30 a.m. Zion Lutheran Church, Hancock. The speaker will be Kathy Ptaszek and her presentation will be “The Wonder of Christmas.” All area women are cordially invited to this special holiday event. A brunch will served and there is suggested donation of $10. All proceeds over the cost of the event will be donated to local charities. To reserve a spot, call Barb Worrall at 906-523-4445 or email judyusitalo@hotmail.com. This will be the last gathering until April 2026.

• Stuff a Blue Goose, L’Anse & Calumet. Stuff a Blue Goose – Calumet, L’Anse. Troopers from the Michigan State Police Calumet Post and grocery stores in Baraga and Houghton counties are working together to host “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE” Harvest Gathering charity events. The purpose is to raise food donations for local food pantries.

A “BLUE GOOSE” patrol car will be at the sites to haul donated items to local food pantries at the conclusion of the events. The events will be from 1 to 4 p.m. today at Pat’s Foods in L’Anse and Calumet. Both grocery stores will have pre-made bags available for purchase, which will be stuffed in the “BLUE GOOSE”. Each bag will be pre-filled with non-perishable food items. You may also donate your own non-perishable food items. There is a significant need for food items in our local pantries and the participation and involvement from the public is greatly appreciated.

December 12

• The National Honor Society at Houghton High School will host a blood drive from noon to 3 p.m. at the High School between the High School and Middle School gyms. Those interested in donating should enter through Door 1, or the big glass entrance, located at the front of the school building. Snacks and beverages will be provided for those donating.

December 13

• Wilderness Walk, 3 p.m. Special Advent Celebration. Meet at Calumet Township Park. Walk less than 400 yards to Sarah Green’s barn.

Music offered by Charles Murphy. The Wilderness Walks are opportunities to connect with God and each other in an outdoor natural setting. Each walk has a leader who will guide the walk and stop along the way for readings and reflection. The walks are appropriate for all ages including families and children. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

December 20

• KNHP Open House, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Looking for something festive? The Keweenaw National Historical Park’s Calumet Visitor Center (98 5th St, Calumet) has something for you! Step into historical holiday cheer at the Holiday Open House. You’ll have the opportunity to engage in make-and-take holiday crafts inspired by 150 years of seasonal traditions. Three floors of interactive exhibits for all ages are open for exploration as well. Be sure to catch the Village of Calumet Sesquicentennial Exhibition on the third floor before it’s gone!