Central UP Events

Tuesdays, November (4, 18, 25) 2025. 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 welcome

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025,  6:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Peter White Public Library hosts a blues concert sponsored by the Marquette Area Blues Society. This month’s band: TBA. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.   

Wednesdays, November (5, 12, 19, 26) 2025. 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  Peter White Public Library Great Room.  Songs, rhymes, stories and finger-plays for newborns to 17 months with a loving adult. Older siblings are welcome.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.   

Wednesday, November 26, 2025.  9 a.m.-10 a.m.  WLUC TV 6 Studios.  Adults, Teens, Seniors. Join Upper Michigan Today’s Elizabeth Peterson and Tia Trudgeon, along with PWPL staff, for an on-air, in-person book discussion. This month’s book: Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.   

Wednesday, November 26, 2025.  2:00-3:00 PM.  Peter White Public Library. Peter White Conference Room. Adult Nonfiction Book Group at the Peter White Public Library focuses on narrative nonfiction book picks that tell stories of our past, present, and future. This book group is for people who enjoy reading nonfiction that reads like fiction. Join us as we explore this month’s book The Fire We Carry by Rebecca Nagle. No registration or admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4311 or email refdesk@pwpl.info.  

Experience the magic of the season in downtown Marquette! The historic Lower Harbor Ore Dock will light up for the holidays with dazzling laser displays by Fresh Coast Light Lab, every Thursday through Saturday from 6-9 PM on the north side of the dock.     This free, family-friendly show offers something new each week from festive and winter-themed scenes to colorful, abstract displays inspired by Marquette itself. While you’re downtown, warm up with dinner, local brews, or a little holiday shopping just steps away.   2025 DATES November 20 – December 27 & New Year’s Eve   Every Thursday, Friday,

Experience the magic of the season in downtown Marquette! The historic Lower Harbor Ore Dock will light up for the holidays with dazzling laser displays by Fresh Coast Light Lab, every Thursday through Saturday from 6-9 PM on the north side of the dock.     This free, family-friendly show offers something new each week from festive and winter-themed scenes to colorful, abstract displays inspired by Marquette itself. While you’re downtown, warm up with dinner, local brews, or a little holiday shopping just steps away.   2025 DATES November 20 – December 27 & New Year’s Eve   Every Thursday, Friday,

Date: Saturday, November 29th Time: All Day and into the evening Location: Participating businesses throughout Downtown Marquette Small Business Saturday is an annual event that was created to encourage consumers to shop in person and online at locally-owned small businesses during the holiday season. When you shop locally, you aren’t just making a purchase, you’re investing in your neighbors, strengthening our local economy, and helping keep Downtown Marquette vibrant. The Marquette Downtown Development Authority (MDDA) invites you to explore all that Downtown Marquette has to offer. Discover unique gifts in local galleries and shops, and treat yourself to a meal

Experience the magic of the season in downtown Marquette! The historic Lower Harbor Ore Dock will light up for the holidays with dazzling laser displays by Fresh Coast Light Lab, every Thursday through Saturday from 6-9 PM on the north side of the dock.     This free, family-friendly show offers something new each week from festive and winter-themed scenes to colorful, abstract displays inspired by Marquette itself. While you’re downtown, warm up with dinner, local brews, or a little holiday shopping just steps away.   2025 DATES November 20 – December 27 & New Year’s Eve   Every Thursday, Friday,