Central UP Events

Thursday, April 23 3:30-5:30 p.m.  The Negaunee Public Library will hold a drop-in craft event for kids ages 5 and up from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 23. Children can stop by to create something fun to take home. Youngsters ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caring adult; older youth who are unaccompanied must be able to provide a caring adult’s phone number in case of emergency. This event is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.  

Thursdays, April (9, 23, 30), 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

Thursday, April 23 6:15 p.m Vandament Arena  Comedian Sal Vulcano of “Impractical Jokers” fame will make a stop at Northern Michigan University on his “Everything’s Fine” tour Thursday, April 23. Doors to Vandament Arena open at 6:15 p.m. and the show begins at 7. Vulcano is an improvisational and stand-up comedian best known for co-creating, executive producing and starring in one of the most recognized and long-standing comedy shows of all time. “Impractical Jokers” now on the TBS network, is in its 11th season and has produced multiple spinoff shows. Alongside his co-stars from the series, Vulcano performs as part

Tuesdays & Fridays April (7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28), 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, April (10, 17, 24) 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 or

Fridays, April (10, 17, 24), 2026.  4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Great Room. Meet other LEGO enthusiasts and build LEGO projects with the library’s LEGO blocks. Family friendly, children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Mondays & Thursdays April (6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30), 2026.  10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  Peter White Public Library Great Room.  For 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.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Tuesdays & Fridays April (7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28), 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.  

Tuesday, April (7, 14, 21, 28), 2026  10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Local History Research Room.  Need help with the settings on your phone or iPad? Want to download travel apps before you leave town? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want, with the help of Christine Ault, retired teacher and librarian, Tuesday mornings from 10 AM – 1 PM during April and May in the Local History Research Room of the Peter White Public Library.  Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule a 30-minute session.  Please charge your electronic

Tuesdays, April (7, 14, 21, 28) 2026.  4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.  Teens join PWPL for four weeks of inspired writing in a supportive environment. Each week, a different local writer will engage with attendees to enhance and inspire creative expression.  For students in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Please visit pwpl.info to register.  For more information, please contact Amanda Pierce apierce@pwpl.info or (906)226-4321