OUTDOOR MINUTE – Fairport On Fire For Salmon
July 31, 2008
Recap of recent reports from Fairport with details of techniques and lures producing larger salmon.
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3rd Annual Backpack Party
July 31, 2008
The Ishpeming Salvation Army will be hosting its 3rd annual backpack party on August 26th. Donations are being accepted in the form of school supplies or money and can be dropped off at the Ishpeming Salvation Army or in donation boxes around town. Liz Nevala, director of operations for the Ishpeming Salvation Army, talks about the event.
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Donations Needed For Backpack Party
July 31, 2008
Ishpeming – Donations are needed for the Ishpeming Salvation Army's Backpack Party. Community members are asked to donate backpacks, pencils, paper and any other items associated with going back to school.
No child will be turned away for the backpacks. Pre-registration is the only requirement. Call the Salvation Army at 486-8121.
Car Wash Aug. 1
July 31, 2008
Gwinn – A Car Wash will be held on Friday, August 1 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Kountry Korners in Gwinn.
The children of the GREAT Summer Program will be washing cars for $5 per vehicle, with proceeds going toward the National Night Out at the West Branch Fitness and Community Center.
OUTDOOR MINUTE – Regional Bear Issues
July 31, 2008
Public meetings in Crystal Falls and Newberry regarding regional bear management issues.
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Concert in the Park Aug. 14
July 31, 2008
Ishpeming – Bring your family, friends and your chairs for a concert on Thursday, August 14 from 7 to 8 p.m. in Old Ish Park in downtown Ishpeming.
Music will be provided by Paul Rintala. The concert will be canceled if it rains.
Janzen House 25th Anniversary
July 31, 2008
Marquette – The Janzen House will celebrate its 25th Anniversary of giving to the community on Wednesday, August 13 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Janzen House, 146 W. Spring Street in Marquette.
The public is welcome to attend and light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 226-2271.
Pirate Costume Contest for Dogs Aug. 10
July 31, 2008
Marquette – A Pirate Puppies and Scallywags Costume Contest for Dogs will be held on Sunday, August 10 at 2 p.m. at the U.P. Children's Museum in Marquette, in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival.
The event is free. Photos will be available for a small charge.
For more information, call 226-3911.
County Wide Scavenger Hunt Aug. 10
July 31, 2008
Marquette – “ARGH – The Amazing Race Goes Historical,” a county-wide scavenger hunt by car, will begin on Sunday, August 10 at 2 p.m. at 145 W. Spring Street in Marquette.
Clues will take participants aroung Marquette County, with the final clue leading to the finish line bash and prize give-away.
The cost is $100 per carload and is tax deductible. Advanced registration is required. Call 226-3571 or register at the museum.
The event is being sponsored by the Marquette County History Museum as a fund-raiser, in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival. For more information, call 226-3571.
Pirate Ball Aug. 9
July 31, 2008
Marquette – A Pirate Ball will be held on Saturday, August 9 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Marquette Commons on Third Street in Marquettte, in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival.
Music will be provided by the Jimmy Almen Swing Band. The event is free and open to the public.
For more information, call 228-0472.
Buzz the Gut Classic Car Parade Aug. 9
July 31, 2008
Ishpeming – The “Buzz the Gut” Classic Car Parade will be held on Saturday, August 9 beginning in downtown Ishpeming.
Registration begins at 5 p.m. at the Cliffs Shaft Mining Museum.
Over 200 classic cars will parade at 7 p.m. from Main Street to Division/Business 28 in Ishpeming to Negaunee. The parade will go down Iron Street in Negaunee and return to Ishpeming, ending at the Elks Lodge.
A dance will follow the parade from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Elks Lodge, with food and drink available.
For more information, call Scott at 485-1234 or Terry at 485-1236.
Youth Pirate Carnival Aug. 9
July 31, 2008
Marquette – A Youth Pirate Carnival will be held on Saturday, August 9 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Masonic Center on Washington Street in Marquette.
The event is free and being held in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival. For more information, call 228-0472.
Pirate Costume Contest Aug. 9
July 31, 2008
Marquette – A Pirate Costume Contest will be held on Saturday, August 9 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Marquette Commons on Third Street in Marquette, in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival.
Registration is from 4 to 6 p.m. The contest will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
For more information, call 228-0472.
Family Treasure Hunt Aug. 9
July 31, 2008
Marquette – A Family Treasure Hunt will be held on Saturday, August 9 from noon to 6 p.m. beginning and ending at the Marquette Commons on Third Street in Marquette.
The event is being held in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival, sponsored by the Marquette Arts and Culture Center and the Marquette County Convention and Visitors Bureau. For more information, call 228-0472.
Marquette Maritime Museum/Lighthouse Tours Aug. 15-18
July 31, 2008
Marquette – Tours of the Maritime Museum and Lighthouse will be offered Friday, August 15 through Monday, August 18 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
The tours are being held in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival.
For more information, call 226-2006.
Marquette Maritime Museum/Lighthouse Tours Aug. 12-14
July 31, 2008
Marquette – Tours of the Maritime Museum and Lighthouse will be offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, August 12 through August 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
The tours are being held in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival.
For more information, call 226-2006.
Marquette Maritime Museum/Lighthouse Tours Aug. 9-11
July 31, 2008
Marquette – Tours of the Maritime Museum and Lighthouse will be offered on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, August 9 through August 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.
The tours are being held in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival.
For more information, call 226-2006.
Tall Ship Madeline Tours Aug. 9-10
July 31, 2008
Marquette – Tours of the Tall Ship Madeline will be offered on Saturday, August 9 and on Sunday, August 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the lower harbor in Marquette.
Tours are $2 for ages 13 and up/free for those under 12.
The event is in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival and is sponsored by the Marquette Arts and Culture Center and the Marquette County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
For more information, call 228-0472.
Pirate Market Aug. 9
July 31, 2008
Marquette – A Pirate Market will be offered on Saturday, August 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Marquette Commons on Third Street in Marquette, in conjunction with the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival.
The event is sponsored by the Marquette Arts and Culture Center and the Marquette County Convention and Visitors Bureau. For more information, call 228-0472.
Midwest Knife and Axe Throwers Aug. 9
July 31, 2008
Marquette – The Midwest Knife and Axe Throwers will be a part of the Downtown Marquette Pirate Festival on Saturday, August 9 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Marquette Commons on Third Street in Marquette.
The event is sponsored by the Marquette Arts and Culture Center and the Marquette County Convention and Visitors Bureau. For more information, call 228-0472.
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