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SUMMARY:Beaumier Center Hosts Opening Reception in New Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Northern Michigan University’s Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center will unveil two exhibits in its new gallery space in 223 Harden Hall: “The Conservationists: George Shiras III\, Theodore Roosevelt and the Migratory Bird Act”; and a permanent display of artifacts\, photographs and stories about NMU. The opening reception begins at noon Saturday\, Jan. 31. \n“The Conservationists” focuses on the relationship between Shiras and Roosevelt and how the two helped shape conservation and environmental policy in the United States during the early 1900s. The exhibit will feature actual correspondence between the two figures from the collection of the Central Upper Peninsula and NMU Archives\, as well as bird mounts from the Northern Museum of Zoology. It will be on display through May 2. \nThe permanent display on NMU will include the history of many of the campus structures\, stories of early presidents and faculty members\, and student life.  This space will feature a changing array of artifacts from the collection of the Beaumier Center\, which is the repository for Northern’s history. \nThe Beaumier Center’s regular hours are noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday\, and noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Admission is free. For more information\, visit nmu.edu/beaumier. 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/beaumier-center-hosts-opening-reception-in-new-gallery/
LOCATION:NMU Beaumier Heritage Center\, 1401 Presque Avenue\, Gries Hall\,\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit: The U.P. Through 250 Artifacts
DESCRIPTION:February 23\, 2026-January 2\, 2027 \nThis exhibit showcases two hundred and fifty artifacts\, photographs\, and documents from our permanent collections. These objects connect local history to the national story while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. \nMichigan’s Upper Peninsula has often seemed remote from the rest of the country. However\, the themes and movements of U.S. history can be seen here as well\, especially since the War of 1812. When the country braced for the Civil War\, U.P. iron miners raced to uncover iron for the Union army’s railroads and ammunitions. When labor movements exploded following World War II\, Ishpeming’s Gossard garment factory went on strike for better wages. Objects rarely on display include the medal awarded to a local Spanish American War nurse and a hand sewn battle flag brought home by a soldier from the War of 1812.  Visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571 for more info.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-marquette-regional-history-center-presents-the-special-exhibit-the-u-p-through-250-artifacts/
LOCATION:Marquette Regional History Center\, 145 W. Spring Street\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Traveling Exhibition "The Holocaust:  History\, Memory & Michigan Voices"
DESCRIPTION:“The Holocaust: History\, Memory & Michigan Voices\,” a new traveling exhibition created by the Zekelman Holocaust Center in Farmington Hills\, is on display at Northern Michigan University’s Olson Library through April 30. An opening reception is scheduled at 4 p.m. Monday\, March 9\, in the Library Atrium. A smaller exhibit on art as resistance is also featured. \n  \n“In many ways\, the traveling exhibition is a condensed\, portable version of the Zekelman Center\,” said Ryan Bond\, an NMU staff member who teaches a history of the Holocaust class and is a member of the center. “The content there used to be oriented more toward the Nazi perpetrators\, but now the focus has shifted to victims’ and survivors’ personal stories—specifically\, Michigan survivors. I just learned that the Holocaust survivors who came to this state at some point after the war numbered at least 4\,000. That surprised me; I had no idea it was that many.” \n  \nWhen he taught the course in fall 2024\, Bond wanted to do something beyond his classroom that would benefit the broader NMU and Marquette-area communities. He invited a guest to campus whose mother was a Holocaust survivor. She stayed for three days\, visited six other classrooms\, presented a workshop for educators and participated in two full-film screenings of a documentary about her mother. \n  \nThis past October\, three Zekelman Center staff members came to NMU to give class presentations. That visit inspired Bond to propose bringing a traveling exhibit to campus. \n  \n“The Holocaust is an important topic that shouldn’t just be confined to my classroom\,” he said. “The center is very outreach- and teacher-oriented\, and because we can’t readily bring students there\, it made sense to collaborate and find a way to bring the center to us.” \n  \nBond secured support for the idea from Olson Library Director Emera Bridger Wilson and Dean of Library and Instructional Support Leslie Warren. \n“Olson Library is excited to host this exhibit\, the first of what we hope are many now that we are in our renovated spaces\,” Bridger Wilson said. “This exhibit also complements our Holocaust and Genocide Studies collection. We hope that people are made more aware of the collection through programming such as this.” \n“It was exciting to unpack three huge shipping crates and collaborate with colleagues from the library and history students who volunteered to set up the main exhibit and the art installation\,” said History Professor Kathryn Johnson\, who was part of the team that made it happen. \n  \nSenior history major Alexis Hall is helping to coordinate the exhibit and related events via an internship. Bond says he is in conversations with the Zekelman Center about possible summer internship opportunities in Farmington Hills for NMU students. \n  \nTo coincide with the display\, three Zekelman Center educators will be on campus March 25-26 for classroom presentations for history and other disciplines. They will also deliver a free full-day workshop for area teachers on using content from the exhibit and the center in their classes. Teachers can earn SCECHs or NMU graduate credit for attending. \n  \nPreservice secondary social studies teachers are also invited to the workshop. Johnson said it will be an important learning experience for them to collaborate with current teachers in a meaningful content-specific professional development workshop. \n  \nRick Schaffner from the center will present “Reclaiming Power Through Resilience and Resistance” as part of NMU’s UNITED Conference from 1:15-2:30 p.m. Wednesday\, March 25\, in the Northern Center Ballrooms. \n  \nFounded in 1984\, the Zekelman Center is the only Holocaust museum in Michigan. Its newly renovated museum is complemented by a research and library archive\, special exhibit galleries\, educational workshops and public programming. Learn more at holocaustcenter.org.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/traveling-exhibition-the-holocaust-history-memory-michigan-voices/
LOCATION:Northern Michigan University\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Dewe'igan - Listen\, Learn\, and Connect
DESCRIPTION:Dewe’igan – LISTEN\, LEARN\, AND CONNECT \n  \nSUMMER CLOUD \n  \nLocation:  Harvey Community Center from 6p – 8p \nDates:  March 19\, April 16and May 7 \n  \nLocation:  Zeba Hall from 6p – 7:30p \nDates:  March 12\, April 9\, May 14 \n  \nFree Event\, Community Welcome! \nAnyone under 16 yrs. old needs to have a guardian to attend. \nDrug and Alcohol Free Event \n  \nPotluck Dinner\, Please bring a dish to share if you can.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/deweigan-listen-learn-and-connect/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events,Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Register for the 48th Annual Big Bay Relay
DESCRIPTION:Registration fees are $195 per team until May 8th and $215 May 9th until May 13th.  \nBe a Part of U.P. History  \nWhat makes The Big Bay Relay different from any other relay? It is the Upper Peninsula’s most esteemed and historic race relay event. Join the Noquemanon Trail Network in celebrating the 48th annual Big Bay Relay kicking off at the Kaufman Sports Complex Saturday\, May 16th 2026!  \nThe relay welcomes runners of all levels and we cannot wait to see what creative team names our runners come up with for the 2026 race! Teams are composed of five runners for adults and up to seven for youth teams. The relay spans the twenty-six mile stretch of Marquette’s historic 550 Big Bay Road and the finish line is in Draver Park in Big Bay.   \nIn spring of 1972\, Marquette held its first Big Bay Relay coordinated by Race Director Karen Kunkle and her husband Jack. The first race brought only ten relay teams and has grown to include over fifty teams in the past several years.  \nIf you are an elite runner who wants to compete\, or a group of friends that want to try something adventurous\, this picturesque relay is for you. For 48 years the Big Bay Relay has been uniting community members\, families and friends\, and we want you to be a part of this year’s race! It’s all about having fun\, being with friends and family while celebrating where we live and recreate.  \nFor further details or to register for the 2026 race\, visit us at\, https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Marquette/BigBayRelay today.  \nRegistration fees are $195 per team until May 8th and $215 May 9th until May 13th.  \nRegistration divisions include five person all-female\, all-male\, or mixed teams and seven person junior division teams. Included is a “Team Spirit” award for the team that goes above and beyond. This year all proceeds benefit the Big BayPathway/Trails. If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions please contact Marcia Gonstead at (906)345-0149\, or by e-mail at bigbayrelay@gmail.com. \n  \nMarcia Gonstead   \n8267 County Road Marquette\, MI  49855  \nPhone: 906.345.0149 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/register-for-the-48th-annual-big-bay-relay/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Fire up for the 2026 Marquette July 4th Parade by Kiwanis
DESCRIPTION:Deadline June 12\, 2025.  \nThe Marquette Kiwanis Club proudly announces our 31st year of sponsoring the Marquette July 4th Parade with the City of Marquette-starting at 2 pm on Saturday July 4th at McClelland & W. Washington. \nOnline Application to enter Parade\, click the link and fill out the application form at https://bit.ly/KiwanisMQTParadeApplication. \nTheme: One Nation Indivisible – Celebrating 250 Years!  \n  \nTo encourage youth participation\, 10 grants of $150 to defray float costs along with fee waivers will be given to youth sports\, dance and theater groups. Contact Pam Simmons to apply (see below). \nAlso\, we offer an accessible viewing space and parking on W. Washington for people with limited mobility. \nFor Parade details and application and nomination forms\, check out our website at:  marquettefourth.com  \n  \nEmail us at directormqtparade@gmail.com  \nMarquette Kiwanis July 4th Parade 2026 Committee \n  \nRobert Anderson \nrcanderson1148@gmail.com \n906-373-6037  \n  \nRebecca Akers \n906-271-0135  \n  \nPam Simmons \n231-818-6513 \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/fire-up-for-the-2026-marquette-july-4th-parade-by-kiwanis/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Find Your Joy at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library During National Library Week\, April 19–25\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:What brings you joy? Whether it’s cozying up with a new story\, learning a new skill\, or gathering with community\, you can find your joy at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library (ICPL). First celebrated in 1958\, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association. \nNational Library Week\, April 19–25\, 2026\, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together\, spark imagination\, and support lifelong learning. From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming\, libraries are essential to thriving communities. \nAt the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library\, we invite everyone to join the celebration! Whether you’re a longtime patron\, a new neighbor\, or haven’t visited in a while\, now is the perfect time to explore all the library has to offer. Library cards for the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library are available for free to residents living within the City of Ishpeming and surrounding townships including: Champion\, Ely\, Humboldt\, Ishpeming\, and Tilden townships. Also\, if you are a Negaunee resident with a Negaunee Library Card\, you are eligible to sign up for an Ishpeming card as well. \nWhatever brings you joy\, the library has something for everyone. During National Library Week\, we have a lineup of several programs! Join us on Tuesday\, April 21st at 11am for Tot Tuesday Storytime. This is a time for preschoolers to gather together for a story\, craft\, and playtime. On Wednesday\, April 22nd at 4pm Italian lessons will take place at the library. Later that day at 6pm\, you can join us for our Adult Horror Book Club to discuss the “House of Monstrous Women” by Daphne Fama. Our Friends of the Library are hosting a Used Book Sale on Friday\, April 24th and Saturday\, April 25th from 10am-4pm. You don’t want to miss this chance to shop used books at great prices. On Friday\, April 24th from 10am-12pm\, our Homeschool Hangout group will meet. New homeschooling families are always welcome to join us. On Saturday\, April 25th at 12pm-1:30pm\, Silent Book Club will take place at Velodrome Coffee in Ishpeming. This is a time for bookworms to gather together and read silently followed by time to socialize. \nNicole Johnson\, Librarian at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library states: “National Library Week is all about showcasing how we are there for our community and to encourage them to come in and check out everything that we have going on!” \nFor more information\, check out the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library’s active Facebook page and visit their website at ishpeminglibrary.info.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/find-your-joy-at-the-ishpeming-carnegie-public-library-during-national-library-week-april-19-25-2026/
LOCATION:Ishpeming Carnegie Library\, 317 N Main St\, Ishpeming\, MI\, 49849\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:NMU Plans Anderton Earth Week Activities
DESCRIPTION:Northern Michigan University’s 12th annual Anderton’s Earth Week will be held April 19-25. This year’s schedule has more than 30 events and activities to celebrate the arrival of spring. Gamma Theta Upsilon\, NMU’s geographic honors society\, is working with the Department of Earth\, Environmental\, and Geographic Sciences and the Sustainability Hub for Innovation and Environment (SHINE) to host an action-packed week of Earth-themed activities.\nSeveral of the events offer high-impact learning opportunities\, such as gathering data for citizen science projects or learning about foraging and maple syrup-making on campus. Others are designed to foster belonging and well-being\, from sipping tea to creating a house for ducks. There are also events designed and delivered by student organizations\, and hosted by community groups and partners.\nAll events are free and open to the public. Find a more detailed schedule and other information here.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/nmu-plans-anderton-earth-week-activities/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Toddler Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Mondays & Thursdays April (6\, 9\, 13\, 16\, 20\, 23\, 27\, 30)\, 2026.  \n10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nFor children 18 to 36 months with a loving adult\, siblings welcome. Stories and songs to engage the curious mind and wiggly body\, followed by sensory play activities.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-toddler-storytime-23/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: GLPF Writers on Writing: Dennis Hinrichsen
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 20\, 2026.  \n2:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m.\,  \nPeter White Public Library Shiras Room. \nAdults\, Seniors\, Teens. In this programming series\, seasoned published authors of various genres lead participants through writing exercises and workshops to hone their writerly talents. \nApril’s Writer: Great Lakes Poetry Festival Headline Poet Dennis Hinrichsen. Join Dennis Hinrichsen for an afternoon of poetic challenge and creation. Experienced as well as beginning poets welcome. Space is limited to 15 participants\, so register early.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information\, contact Marty at 226-4322\, machatz@pwpl.info\, or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-glpf-writers-on-writing-dennis-hinrichsen/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: D&D Junior Campaign #2: Grades 4th & 5th
DESCRIPTION:Mondays\, April (13\, 20\, 27)\, 2026.  \n4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nIn-person registration at the Youth Services Desk required to claim your spot in a fantasy adventure! Registration opens on March 23. Registration will be for all 3 sessions of campaign #2. Experienced and first-time players welcome.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-dd-junior-campaign-2-grades-4th-5th-5/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Eighth Economic Club Dinner for the 2025-2026 Season 
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 20\, 2026  \nEighth Economic Club Dinner for the 2025-2026 Season  \nHoliday Inn of Marquette (1951 Us 41 West\, Marquette MI.)  \nGuest Speaker Jon Decker\,  \nWhite House Correspondent\,  \nGrey Television  \nSocial Hour – 5:30 p.m.  \nDinner – 6:30 p.m.  \nSpeaker – 7:30 p.m.  \nPlease make reservations at marquetteeconomicclub.org or call 906-315-2155 and leave a message by 5:00 p.m. the Friday before.  \nThe cost is $75 per person for non-members and guests.  \nMake reservations
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/eighth-economic-club-dinner-for-the-2025-2026-season/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn of Marquette\, 1951 Us 41 West\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Agenda for MAPS Board Meeting on Monday\, April 20th
DESCRIPTION:Agenda for 04-20-26
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/agenda-for-maps-board-meeting-on-monday-april-20th/
LOCATION:Sandy Knoll Elementary School\, 401 6th St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Celebrate 61 Years of the Shiras Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:Shiras Planetarium to Host Nationally Recognized Astronomer Dr. Joel Weisberg for 61st Anniversary Celebration and Public Programs\n Marquette\, MI – April 2026 – The Shiras Planetarium is proud to welcome Dr. Joel Weisberg to Marquette this April as part of the American Astronomical Society’s prestigious Harlow Shapley Visiting Lectures Program.\nDr. Weisberg\, Professor Emeritus of Physics and Astronomy at Carleton College\, has dedicated his career to advancing astronomy education\, public outreach\, and research in areas including pulsars\, relativity\, and the interstellar medium. His visit brings a unique opportunity for the Marquette community to engage with a nationally respected astronomer whose work bridges cutting-edge science and public understanding of the universe.\nThe visit will feature a series of public events centered on astronomy\, storytelling\, and the importance of dark skies.\n\n\nDay 1 – Celebrate 61 Years of the Shiras Planetarium\n Monday\, April 20\, 2026\nLocation: Shiras Planetarium\nThe community is invited to celebrate the planetarium’s 61st anniversary with a special evening under the dome. The event will feature Dr. Weisberg alongside current Director Becky LaBrecque and former Director Scott Stobbelaar\, who led the planetarium from 1973-1992.\nTwo free programs will be offered (tickets required due to limited seating):\n Program 1 – 6:00 PM – A Tour of the Universe\nDr. Weisberg will guide audiences on a journey through the cosmos\, exploring the scale\, beauty\, and wonder of the universe while offering insights into the astronomical objects and phenomena that shape it.\n Program 2- 7:30 PM – Stories Under the Stars\nA collaborative experience featuring Weisberg\, LaBrecque\, and Stobbelaar. This program blends constellation storytelling\, astronomy education\, and personal reflections from three educators who have inspired audiences under the night sky.\n Following the evening programs\, guests are invited to a birthday celebration and community star party\, weather permitting. Telescopes will be available for public viewing\, along with birthday treats in honor of the planetarium’s milestone year.\n Tickets for both programs must be reserved in advance at:\nhttps://shirasplanetarium.org/tickets/\nNOTE- You must have a ticket for EACH event to attend both. The sessions are ticketed separately\, with limited seating available.\n\n\nDay 2 – Public Lecture at Northern Michigan University\n Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026\n7:00 PM – Lecture Hall C (Room 2906)\, The Science Building\n Dr. Weisberg will present “The Lives and Deaths of Stars\,” an engaging lecture exploring how stars form\, evolve\, and ultimately shape the universe. This program is open to students\, educators\, and the general public.\n\n\nAbout the Shapley Visiting Lectures Program\nThe American Astronomical Society’s Harlow Shapley Visiting Lectures Program connects distinguished astronomers with communities across the country to promote public understanding of astronomy through engaging presentations and outreach.\n\n\nAbout Shiras Planetarium\nLocated in Marquette\, Michigan\, the Shiras Planetarium has served the Upper Peninsula for over six decades\, offering immersive educational experiences\, public programs\, and community events that connect audiences to the night sky.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/celebrate-61-years-of-the-shiras-planetarium/
LOCATION:Shiras Planetarium\, 1203 W Fair Ave\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: GLPF Headline Poet: Dennis Hinrichsen Reading
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, April 20\, 2026\,  \n6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Community Room. \nTeens\, Adults\, Seniors. Acclaimed poet Dennis Hinrichsen\, former Inaugural Poet Laureate of the Greater Lansing area and author of 11 poetry collections (including the recently released Dementia Lyrics)\, reads from his work.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information\, contact Marty at 226-4322\, machatz@pwpl.info\, or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-glpf-headline-poet-dennis-hinrichsen-reading/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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