Central UP Events

Wednesday, March 4, 2026:  4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.  the Marquette Food Coop.  Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to register for a cooking class at the Marquette Food Coop. We will be making Italian Risotto and Green SaladThis class will be gluten free and vegetarian. Very hands-on! Cooking class will take place at the Marquette Food Co-Op. Online registration required. For more information, to check the status of the program, and to register, call 906-226-4321 or visit pwpl.info.  

Wednesday, March 4, 2026.  11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Circulation Lobby.  Stop by the Library to chat with Library Director Andrea Ingmire. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit pwpl.info.  

Wednesday, March 4, 2026.  6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors. Join PWPL in a celebration of the newly named 2026/2027 U.P. Poet Laureate, Jesse Koenig. Beverly Matherne, 2024/2025 U.P. Poet Laureate, and Jesse will team up for an evening of poetic conversation and work. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

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Journey under the sea with Disney’s The Little Mermaid! Join Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid, adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. Ariel, King Triton’s youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her

Thursdays, March (5, 26), 2026.  4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace.  Youth of all ages who are interested in Pokémon card trading and gaming are invited to our new monthly Pokémon Trading & Gaming Sessions. Kids who attend will be able to trade & play the card game with other kids. Please note that staff do not know how to play the game, so it is not guaranteed that gaming will always happen. If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Kids will also be able to spend time

Thursday, March 5, 2026.  6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family. Join 2022 Marquette Writer of the Year B. G. Bradley and his friends for an evening of music, stories, poetry, and skits sure to make you laugh, cry, clap, and sing for those big moments in our lives. The show features two-time U. P. Poet Laureate Marty Achatz; celebrated musicians Linda Smith and Seamus Collins (Big Lake Acoustic); actress Jacque Love; and actor Jim Edwards. This event will also be livestreamed. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 Dates: March 6, 2026 – March 8, 2026 Recurrence: Recurring daily The Builders Show (formerly the UP Home and Garden Show) has been running for over 50 years providing a space for vendors and industry experts to talk face to face with consumers, gather remodeling ideas, find contractors and subcontractors, experience live demos and much more! Show Hours Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Price: Weekend Pass $6 65 + years young $5 12 years and under are free

Tuesdays & Fridays March (3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27), 2026.  10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  Peter White Public Library Great Room.  Preschool age children. Stories, songs, finger-plays, crafts and other school-readiness activities for preschool age children and a loving adult. Siblings welcome. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Fridays, March (6, 13, 20, 27) 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 906-226-4303