It’s an exciting week in Alger County. Michigan Ice Fest takes center stage, drawing climbers and adventurers to Munising’s frozen landscapes. Meanwhile, the UP200, Midnight Run and Jack Pine 30 bring thrilling sled dog action to the area. Valentine’s celebrations add to the fun, including Sip, Swirl & Savor Wine Tasting with Sage Creek Winery and multiple live music events, like performances by The Make-Believe Spurs, Bayou Chocolat Cajun Band and Spun.
Whether you’re ice climbing, enjoying a cozy dinner or dancing the night away, there’s something for everyone.
As always, event details are subject to change, especially with unpredictable weather. We recommend checking with organizers before heading out.
Friday, Feb. 14
• Michigan Ice Fest: all day; various locations; michiganicefest.com/ information/schedule/event-schedule/ • The UP200 and Midnight Run: details at up200.org
• Local author Kristin Bosworth: “Redemption” book release (for mature audiences only); all day; Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore
• Deep Blue Fitness: Strength & Fitness Class (60 minutes); 5 a.m.; Fuzzy Fitness Center, Alger Parks & Recreation Department
• Deep Blue Fitness: Stretch & Mobility Class (30 minutes); 8:30 a.m.; Fuzzy Fitness Center, Alger Parks & Recreation Department
• Deep Blue Fitness: Strength & Fitness Class (60 minutes); 9 a.m.; Fuzzy Fitness Center, Alger Parks & Recreation Department
• Happy Valentine’s Day Storytime: 10:30 a.m.; Munising Public Library
• Munising Hockey Association open skate: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Alger Centennial Ice Arena
• Sip, Swirl & Savor Wine Tasting with Sage Creek Winery: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Life on the Rocks; live music by The Make-Believe Spurs at 7 p.m.
• 6th Annual Market Walk: earn tokens for Munising Farmers & Artisans Market; 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Munising Tribal Health Center Walking Track
• Moose Lodge fish fry: 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Moose Lodge
• Bayou Chocolat Cajun Band: 6 p.m.; Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore
• American Legion fish fry: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.; American Legion
• Bayou Chocolat Cajun Band + Valentine’s themed event: 6 p.m.; Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore
• The Barge Inn: Spun performance; 9 p.m.; The Barge Inn
Saturday, Feb. 15
• Michigan Ice Fest: all day; various locations; michiganicefest.com/ information/schedule/event-schedule/ • The UP200 and Midnight Run: details at up200.org
• Free Fishing Day: all day; statewide • Alger County 4-H: Animal Science Career Quest (ages 12-19); 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; MSU Main Campus, East Lansing; pre-registration required • 41st Annual Moose Lodge Ice Fishing Derby: registration 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.; fishing 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.; free for ages 12 and under with an adult; awards and food at 4:30 p.m.; Moose Lodge, Au Train Lake
• Jelly Roll Rug Class, Part 1: 9 a.m.; Miss Good Stitch
• 2025 Munising Polar Plunge: presented by Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Michigan; plunger check-in at 1 p.m.; plunge at 2:15 p.m.; Pre-Splash Bash and After Splash Bash at East Channel Brewing Co.
• Munising Seventh-Day Adventist Church: skating, fun and fellowship; 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Alger Centennial Ice Arena; admission, bring a snack to share
Sunday, Feb. 16
• Michigan Ice Fest: all day; various locations; michiganicefest.com/ information/schedule/event-schedule/ • The UP200 and Midnight Run: details at up200.org
• Silent Book Club; 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; Falling Rock
Monday, Feb. 17
• The UP200: details at up200.org
• Munising Hockey Association open skate: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Alger Centennial Ice Arena
• Moose Lodge bingo: doors open at 5 p.m.
• Munising City Commission meeting: 6 p.m.
• Wetmore Community Club member meeting: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Munising Township Hall
• MPS School Board meeting: 6 p.m.
• Munising Hockey Association adult drop-in hockey: 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Alger Centennial Ice Arena
Tuesday, Feb. 18
• Rotary weekly meeting: noon; Foggy’s Steakhouse
• Happy Lamb Knitting Club: 5 p.m.; Munising Public Library
• Alger County 4-H Michigan Birding 101: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.; virtual; pre-registration required
• Rock River Township Board meeting: 7 p.m.; Rock River Township Hall
Wednesday, Feb. 19
• Chatham Playgroup: 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Rock River Community Library
• Kiwanis Club of Alger County member meeting: noon to 1 p.m.; Westminster Hall, First Presbyterian Church
• Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore live music: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Munising Hockey Association open skate: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Alger Centennial Ice Arena
• Parent Café—Parenting & Child Development: 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m.; Alger Parks & Recreation Playland; free dinner, child care and discussion for caregivers; RSVP at etaskey@greatstartma. org
• Alger Reads Book Club: 6 p.m.; Munising Public Library
• Moose Lodge member meeting: 6 p.m.
• Limestone Township general meeting: 7 p.m.; Limestone Township Hall
• Grand Island Shanty Club: 7 p.m.; East Channel Brewery
Thursday, Feb. 20
• Munising Playgroup: 10 a.m. to noon; Tot-Ville, Alger Parks & Recreation • Eden Evangelical Lutheran Church free store: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.; 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
• Special budget workshop meeting: 5 p.m.; Au Train Township Hall/ Community Building
• Moose Lodge live music: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Alger County 4-H Michigan Birding 101: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.; virtual; pre-registration required
Friday, Feb. 21
• South Shore Fishing Association Munising Bay Ice Fishing Derby & Spaghetti Dinner: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; American Legion Post 131; proceeds benefit Alger County Rescue 21
• Munising Hockey Association open skate: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Alger Centennial Ice Arena
• Moose Lodge fish fry: 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• American Legion fish fry: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Alger County 4-H Michigan Birding 101: 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.; virtual; pre-registration required
Saturday, Feb. 22
• South Shore Fishing Association Munising Bay Ice Fishing Derby & Spaghetti Dinner: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; American Legion Post 131; proceeds benefit Alger County Rescue 21
• February breakfast buffet: 9 a.m. to noon; Grand Island Lodge #422; delivery available, suggested donation $10
• Trenary Outhouse Classic: noon to 4 p.m.; races start at 2 p.m.; downtown Trenary
Sunday, Feb. 23
• Silent Book Club: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore
Upcoming Events with Open Registration Now • Alger County Tree Sale, now open for orders: details at www.algercd. com/shop
• American Legion pasty orders open: pickup Wednesday, Feb. 26; please get your orders in early
• National Haiku Writing Month at Munising School Public Library: add your haiku to the Community Haiku display or submit to mspl@msplonline. org
• 6th Annual Market Walk: through Friday, May 1; earn tokens for Munising Farmers & Artisans Market; 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Munising Tribal Health Center Walking Track. Walkers earn tokens for each mile walked, redeemable for fresh produce at Bay Shore Park on Mondays (May through October). Open to Tribal Members and all Alger County residents. Limited to 50 tokens per participant.
• Sault Tribe Internship Program: 40 hours per week; $15.50 per hour Monday, June 9, through Friday, Aug. 15. Internship opportunity for college juniors through graduate students who are Sault Tribe members. Positions available in various fields, including education, health, law enforcement, administration and more. On-site placements only. Deadline to apply: Friday, March 7. For more information or to request an application, email internships@saulttribe. net.
• Munising Bay Cruisers: volunteers needed; Friday, Sept 19, and Saturday, Sept 20. Volunteers are needed to assist with setting up canopies, signs, activities, registration, door prizes and photography. Those who volunteer for one to three hours will receive a Munising Bay Cruisers shirt. For more information, contact @MunisingBayCruisers via Facebook.
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