Noquemanon Ski Race and Pasta Feed Friday – Saturday , January 23 – 24

Fridays, January (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2026.  Noon – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room.  In partnership with several area organizations, this hour-long event offers a safe space to pause, reflect, and build meaningful connections with others who are committed to cultivating kindness in our world. Each week, a different organization takes the lead, with experienced educators and leaders facilitating. This rotating format ensures diverse perspectives and practices while maintaining a shared commitment to the Charter for Compassion and the Circle of Trust principles. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call

150 West Johnson Lake Road, Gwinn, MI 49841   Dates: January 3, 2026 – March 14, 2026   Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday   Get Ready For This Winter’s Biggest Adrenaline Rush: The Upper Michigan Ice Races   Are you ready to take your thrill-seeking to the next level? Join the Upper Michigan Ice Racing Association for an action-packed series of Weekly Ice Races held on Saturdays, where dirt bikes and quads tear up the ice in a battle of speed, skill, and sheer power!   The Upper Michigan Ice Races are open to the public for spectating or bring

The Carson Wealth Noquemanon Ski Marathon presented by Honor Credit Union is set to take place on January 24th, 2026. The Noquemanon has been held on the fourth Saturday of January for 27 years in the beautiful Upper Peninsula of Michigan in Marquette County. Races include the 50K that takes off from Ishpeming, the 25K that starts in Negaunee and the 12K that begins in Marquette. All races plan to end at the Northern Michigan University Superior Dome.   The weekend also offers the Rudman Jacobson Junior Noque for the kids and an Adaptive race that takes place at Al

Saturday, January 24, 2026 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room. Looking for something fun to do during these long winter days, join us as we demo different board games. Jordan, from Iron Golem Games, will be on hand to show off a selection of popular games for all ages. For more information and to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info or visit pwpl.info.  

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Tuesdays, January (6, 13, 20, 27) 2026.  6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.  Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer a weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation program. The sessions begin at 6:00 pm followed by a period of fellowship. Dr. Debra Smith, a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and psychologist, will deliver brief talks exploring various aspects of meditation and its impact on our lives. These talks will take place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, while longer meditation sessions are scheduled for the remaining Tuesdays. All individuals, regardless of skill level or spiritual affiliation, are

Marquette, MI – Get ready for a night of fun and fundraising! Marquette County Habitat for Humanity (MCHFH) invites you to BINGO Night on Wednesday January 28th at Ore Dock Brewing Company, Marquette MI. This exciting event will feature up to 9 games with 17 prizes, a 50/50 drawing, a cash bar, and more! All proceeds from the event will support Habitat’s mission to provide safe, affordable housing for families in Marquette County. By joining the fun, you’re helping to build homes, communities, and hope! Event Details: 📅 Date: January 28, 2026 📍 Location: Ore Dock Brewing Company, Marquette MI

Future 9th Grade Parent/Guardian Meeting date is on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m in the MSHS Little Theater   On Wednesday evening, January 29, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. all parents of current eighth grade students are invited to attend a parent orientation in the MSHS Little Theater. Topics of discussion at the parent orientation include upcoming class sign-up, an overview of the graduation requirements and the academic programs we provide. We will also present opportunities of support and advancement and we will provide information on the many organizations, activities, and athletic sports available at MSHS. There will also

Registration is underway for Savvy Caregiver, a nationally recognized educational training program for family members caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia or memory loss and are living at home. Savvy Caregiver is designed to give caregivers relevant knowledge, skills, and mastery to support the person living with dementia and to take care of themselves. Topics include information about Alzheimer’s and related dementias, the role of confusion and its effects on behavior, the stages of dementia, and how to keep the person engaged and involved in daily activities. Decision making for difficult issues caregivers often face and caregiver