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200 Fifth Street, Suite 105 Merchant & Miners Bldg
Calumet, MI 49913
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2012-2013 Snowfall through May 24, 2013 - 314"

Twinning Calumet and Camborne, Cornwall

    On Saturday, May 25, at 11 a.m., events begin that will celebrate the Twinning of Calumet and Camborne, Cornwall. First on the agenda is the unveiling of a sign marking the occasion in the Theatre Park on Sixth Street. Village of Calumet Officers and Keweenaw Kernewek members along with others will participate in the short ceremony. Keweenaw Kernewek, the Cornish Connection of the Copper Country, donated the sign.

        Twinning is similar to Sister City. Calumet and Camborne have a great deal in common: they share a history of mining, of economic hardship when mines closed, and of intense pride in their local community. They also share a favorite food, the pasty. Cornish folks brought that food with them when they emigrated to work in mines around the world.

        The second event involves the pasty. At noon, the lower level of the Keweenaw Heritage Center, Fifth and Scott Streets in Calumet, will entice participants with the aroma of pasties. Simultaneously, in Camborne, a pasty picnic will begin. But there, it will be 5 p.m. due to the 5 hour time difference. Keweenaw Kernewek will also celebrate the 20th anniversary of its founding with a birthday cake.

        The third event features another linking with Camborne. At 1 p.m Calumet time and 6 p.m Camborne time, a concert will begin. Here, Noteworthy Women's Chorus will sing; there, members of Proper Job, a Cornish men's group will offer selections. Skype will connect the two places, offering the audiencein Calumet the chance to hear the Cornish. Camborne will be able to hear the Americans.

        Tickets for the pasty lunch and the concert are $10. They may be purchased by calling 337-4645. Please call by Tuesday, May 21. No tickets will be available at the door.

        Keweenaw Kernewek will donate the proceeds to the Keweenaw Heritage Center and to Pasty Fest.

Main Street Honors Volunteer Of The Year

Laura Smyth

Laura Smyth, who is MSC promotions committee chair, was named MSC Volunteer of the Year Wednesday during a dinner at Carmelita's Restaurant in Calumet.

During his announcement of the award, Tom Tikkanen, MSC executive director, said although Smyth is a transplant to the Calumet area, she became "totally immersed" in the community.

"In the course of the last few years, she has become a community leader," he said.

As promotions committee chair, Tikkanen said Smyth has been able to do much for MSC with relatively little funds. He gave as an example Smyth's efforts in getting donations from community members for the MSC goodie bag at Christmas time when the organization was low on funds.

"That's one example of having next to nothing and getting it done," he said.

Tikkanen said Smyth also developed a promotional T-shirt for MSC with the phrase "Sisu is our natural resource," printed on it, which he didn't at first like, but came to appreciate, as did many community members.*

* Excerpts from Mining Gazette 4/25/13

Downtown Sauna Displays for FinnFest 2013!"

"Hold on to your towels! Mary Wright is organizing downtown sauna displays for FinnFest 2013!" Mary will share her vision and ideas this Thursday, April 18th, 6 pm, at the Rosetta Cafe, 104 5th Street, Calumet

Those interested in participating are encouraged to focus on three categories:

             1. Historic / Traditional
             2. Modern / New Design
     and / or
             3. Emphasis on recycled materials

An example of this last category is displayed in front of the Finnish American Heritage Center in downtown Hancock. The"door" sauna crafted by the Finlandia Lions Hockey team.

Don't miss Mary's PowerPoint presentation. All artists, craftpersons, and sauna enthusiasts are encouraged to attend. The public is welcome

CopperDog 150 Musher Documentary

Every musher racing in the CopperDog 150 has a story. This year, ABC-10’s Keweenaw Bureau Reporter Rick Allen followed the journey of one of those mushers throughout the race.

Jerry Trudell’s “Sharks Came Racing” team is located on the shores of Lake Superior in Calumet. Ride along Jerry and his team as they train on the snow-covered trails of the Keweenaw to prepare for the 150-mile run.

Of course, the dogs are the real stars. You will meet Jerry’s lead dogs: McGee & Rhea and hear the heartbreaking story of Tombstone’s final race.

From the historic downtown of Calumet to the hills of Copper Harbor, nearly 30 sled dog teams tackle the 3-stage event—but only one will be named the winner. How does Jerry’s team fare in such a grueling expedition?

"The Great Bear Chase"

March 9th 2013

Get Ready - Set - Go !

And the Winners Are!!

2013 Results

Searchable courtesy of Superior Timing | Overall Results | Results by Age Group

50km Freestyle	Overall	Age Group
50km Classic	Overall	Age Group
25km Freestyle	Overall	Age Group
25km Classic	Overall	Age Group
14km Freestyle	Overall	Age Group
14km Classic	Overall	Age Group

For Details on the Race Go To www.greatbearchase.com

"The CopperDog 150"

March 1-3, 2013

Downtown Ready To Go!

And They're Off!!!

Congratulations!!!!

First Place Winner - Bruce Magnusson

Second Place - Dennis LaBoda

Thirrd Place - Jake Golton

For Full Race Results Click Here

CopperDog Race Video

For Details on the Race, Race Schedules and Registrations Go To www.copperdog150.com

PRESS RELEASE:

Main Street Calumet Awarded National and

Michigan Main Street Accreditation

for Fourth Consecutive Year

Scott Woosley , Executive Director of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) announced that Main Street Calumet has once again been recognized as a Master Level Nationally Accredited Main Street community by the National Trust Main Street Center and the Michigan Main Street Center @ MSHDA. This is the fourth consecutive year that the program has been accredited at the Master Level, and is the only program in Michigan to maintain its Master Level accreditation for four consecutive years.

In recognizing Main Street Calumet’s achievement Laura Krizov, manager of the Michigan Main Street Center, said, …”the organization continues to thrive and implement the Four-Point Approach. This ongoing commitment is essential for the long term success of the downtown revitalization effort…The board, staff and volunteers of Main Street Calumet continue to make great strides in the preservation, promotion and development of the historic city center and should be commended for their efforts…” ... .READ MORE

20th Anniversary of The Keweenaw National Historic Park - Michigan

Keweenaw National Historical Park

20th Anniversary Celebration

October 13th, 2012

The Main Street Calumet Market was held in conjunction with the 20th anniversary celebration of the Keweenaw National Historical Park. The celebration was held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Agassiz Park (Fourth and Portland Streets in downtown Calumet, MI), and from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Quincy Mine & Hoist in Hancock, MI.

Events at Agassiz Park in Calumet included: the Main Street Calumet Market, Kids Games, Food and Craft Vendors, and a Heritage Scavenger Hunt (Prizes awarded).

Events Saturday afternoon was held at the Quincy Mine & Hoist in Hancock will include: Quincy Mine Tram and Surface Tours, Kids Games, Food and Craft Vendors, and a Park History Quiz (prizes awarded).

Senator Carl Levin and other dignitaries were in attendance at the events

U.S Senator Carl Levin, National Park Service Midwest Regional Director Mike Reynolds, Mike Pflaum superintendent of the KNHP, and Calumet Township Supervisor Paul Lehto officially open the new Keewenaw National Historical Park Calumet Visitor Center with the ceremonial ribbon cutting. (Go to Keweenaw Now for additional photos and videos.)