Central UP Events

Marquette Poets Circle Thursday, June 12, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.  Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly.  Join local poets, writers, and poetry enthusiasts for an evening of poetry.  Starting at 6:30 p.m., participants gather to workshop their current work, followed by an Open Mic at 7:15 p.m. New and experienced poets are welcome for either or both events.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Negaunee Public Library is hosting a Marvel Entertainment illustrator as part of our “Color Our World” summer reading program. Jerry DeCaire, a Saginaw native, has worked on Deadpool, Thor, Wolverine, and other world-famous superheroes. The event will be from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at the Negaunee Senior Citizens Center.

Marine Sale Fundraiser to benefit the Marquette Junior Yacht Club Contact: MJYC, mqtjyc.org, mqtjunioryachtclub@gmail.com or 906-250-3350 The Marquette Junior Yacht Club will host a Marine Sale Fundraiser on Saturday, June 14th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Marquette Yacht Club, 201 E. Main Street. All proceeds will go towards upgrading sailing equipment. This event is open to the public for sellers and shoppers. -Drop-off your items between 8:00 am and 11:00 am -Sellers set their own prices -Items priced less than $499, a 20% commission will be collected for MJYC -Items priced over $500 – a 10% commission

UP Rainbow Pride is thrilled to announce that the 10th Anniversary Upper Peninsula Pride Festival will return to Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette, Michigan on Saturday, June 14, 2025! For over a decade, U.P. Pride Fest has been a vibrant celebration of acceptance, love, community, and visibility. More than just a festival, it is a vital space for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, and allies to gather, celebrate, and honor the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights. As the Upper Peninsula’s largest and longest-running Pride event, the festival continues to grow-thanks to the unwavering support of local and regional businesses and organizations. Since moving to the heart of downtown Marquette in 2021,

Bluey Bash Monday June 16, 2025. 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. For children of all ages who love Bluey! There will Bluey & Bingo games and crafts inspired by the popular Bluey TV show. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Northern Michigan University will present “Juneteenth: Week of Jubilee,” an educational and cultural event series scheduled for June 16-20. The week is dedicated to honoring American history, celebrating the contributions of African American communities, and encouraging civic learning, unity and reflection. Recognized as a federal holiday, Juneteenth commemorates the moment in 1865 when the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Galveston, Texas. NMU invites students, families and community members to participate in inclusive programming that highlights music, storytelling, the arts, and historical education. “Juneteenth: Week of Jubilee is a community-centered opportunity to learn, connect and celebrate American history and

PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Meeting begins at 5:00 p.m.. Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room. Regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Peter White Public Library. The meeting is open to all.  Meeting agenda, materials, and remote attendance link are available on the library’s website: www.pwpl.info.

Champion Township Hall Open House WHAT: Champion Township is opening its new Township Hall, celebrating with a ribbon cutting and following with an open house for the public to view. WHEN: Wednesday, June 18, 3 p.m. WHERE: 1071 Highway US 41, Champion, MI 49814 WHY: Grand opening of new Township Hall

The Make-Believe Spurs Concert on the Steps Wednesday, June 18, 2025.  6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m..  Peter White Public Library Front Street Steps.  Adults, Seniors, Teens, Family Friendly. Join local favorite The Make-Believe Spurs for an evening of close-knit harmonies and storytelling. Molly Wallen, Brian Keith Wallen, and Mavis Farr are ready to rock the steps again!  Weather Contingency:  Community Room. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.