National Library Week is a time to honor and recognize the valuable role that libraries and their staff play in communities across the country. Held annually in April, National Library Week serves as a reminder of the essential services libraries provide—promoting literacy, education, and lifelong learning, all while being a welcoming place for everyone. Silent … Continue reading Celebrating National Library Week
Jordanian Cuisine With Salma Ayasra
We’re excited for special presentation tomorrow by Salma Ayasra, who will be sharing about her home country, Jordan! Here’s a little introduction from Salma herself: "My name is Salma, I am from a city called Jerash in Jordan. I’m a 26-year-old wife and doctor. I love cooking, hiking, traveling, chasing sunsets, and—studying!" The presentation will focus on Jordanian … Continue reading Jordanian Cuisine With Salma Ayasra
Fundraiser, Talk, Concert: Bless My Homeland Forever
Every day Ukrainians are subjected to fresh atrocities and injustices by those who seek to pillage their country to line their already stuffed pockets. This week Yoopers for Ukraine is excited to provide an opportunity to bless and be blessed by these extraordinary people. The Fedynskyj family of musicians from Ukraine will be performing a … Continue reading Fundraiser, Talk, Concert: Bless My Homeland Forever
Free Latin Dances in Houghton – Fridays Along April 2025
If you love to dance, are trying to learn new things, or want to expand your social circle in the area, why don't you try Latin dances? Check this information from: Latin Dances in Houghton | Facebook We offer free dance classes, social events, and themed dance nights, creating a fun and inclusive space to … Continue reading Free Latin Dances in Houghton – Fridays Along April 2025
Beef Stew with Potatoes and Tomatoes 炖牛肉
by Dongping Ye with Denise Heikinen I’m happy to introduce one of our newest students in the literacy program, Dongping Ye. Dongping is from Harbin, China and has come to Houghton to live with his daughter, Xinyu, and her family. Dongping knew only a little English when he started visiting me on Friday mornings, but … Continue reading Beef Stew with Potatoes and Tomatoes 炖牛肉
Ramadan Storytime at PLDL
On March 7, 2025, the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program (EBLP) was honored to support a special Ramadan Storytime event at the Portage Lake District Library (PLDL). This engaging program introduced children and families to Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting, reflection, and togetherness. A Storytelling Experience Rooted in Culture and TraditionVolunteers read books about … Continue reading Ramadan Storytime at PLDL
Elaine Bacon Literacy Program Joins the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce
We are excited to share that the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program (EBLP) is now a proud member of the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce! This membership marks an important step in strengthening our connections within the local business and nonprofit community while continuing our mission to support English language learners in the Keweenaw area. Why This … Continue reading Elaine Bacon Literacy Program Joins the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce
How ChatGPT Helped Me Prepare for My Conference Presentation: A Personal Journey
In the Fall of 2022, I began a project using multispectral satellite images to classify croplands. The project involved machine learning and deep learning models like Random Forest, Transformer, and Recurrent Neural Networks to automatically process large-scale satellite images and crop data. The goal was to predict cropland types (soybean, corn, etc.) down to each … Continue reading How ChatGPT Helped Me Prepare for My Conference Presentation: A Personal Journey
Celebrating Giving Tuesday
On December 3rd, the Elaine Bacon Literacy Program participated in its first ever Giving Tuesday event at the Copper Country Mall. Giving Tuesday takes place annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and provides an opportunity for local tax exempt nonprofits to encourage people to give back to their communities. Puti and Mary during their shift … Continue reading Celebrating Giving Tuesday
Lumpia Making with Kim: A Delicious Cultural Journey
On January 23, 2025, International Neighbors gathered for a delightful hands-on culinary experience led by Kimberly Ann M. Lopez, a multi-talented member of the Michigan Tech community. Kim, who is pursuing a B.S. in Civil Engineering at Michigan Technological University, also holds leadership roles as the President of the Chi Epsilon Michigan Tech Chapter, Secretary … Continue reading Lumpia Making with Kim: A Delicious Cultural Journey
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