Keep It In The UP!

Mobile Food Pantry
2025-04-10 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | MI
Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are partnering with Feeding America West Michigan to host a Mobile Food Pantry. Taking place on Thursday, April 10. Food distribution will begin at 10:00am and continue while supplies last or until 11:30am. Food will be available for approximately 550 families. Due to changes with Feeding America West Michigan, proxy pickup will be limited. This will be a drive-thru event with directions given by parking lot attendants. Guests are asked to remain in their cars and have adequate space prepared in their trunk or back seat in advance to allow the distribution team to place food boxes directly in the vehicle. Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are located at 219 Silver Creek Road in Harvey. Businesses or organizations that are interested in supporting these monthly mobile food pantries are encouraged to call 906.249.1715 for more information.

UPCM Second Thursday Free Night
2025-04-10 17:30 - 19:30 | MI
Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum, in partnership with the Marquette Alger CAN Council, Northern Lights Child Advocacy Center, and other Community Partners, is hosting a FREE night at the museum from 5:30 to 7:30 PM on April 10th for kids and families in honor of Child Abuse Prevention & Strengthening Families Month.
Join us for an activity, snack, free admission to the museum, and more. See more info and events at https://northernlightscac.org

Artist Reception
2025-04-10 18:00 - 20:00 | MI
Artist Reception
Thursday, April 10, 2025. 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery and MACC Deo Gallery. Teens, Adults, Seniors. Join us for two artist receptions in one night! Speak with the artists about their work and exhibits on display.

PWPL Huron Mountain Club Gallery – Patterns of Connection by Knot Work Studio
MACC Deo Gallery – The High School Art Show

Great Lakes Poetry Festival: Marquette Poets Circle
2025-04-10 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival: Marquette Poets Circle
Thursday, April 10, 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.

NMU Presents "Jesus Christ Superstar"
2025-04-10 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-11 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-17 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-18 19:30 - 21:30 | MI
Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will present its adaptation of the iconic rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar,” the first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice produced for the professional stage more than 50 years ago. Show dates are Thursday-Saturday, April 10-12 and 17-19 in Forest Roberts Theatre.
The story of the last week of Jesus’ life is told entirely through song. While based loosely on historical accounts from the Bible, co-directors Paul Truckey and Keli Crawford-Truckey say the themes addressed through depictions of the characters’ personal relationships and struggles are timeless, and relevant to diverse audiences.
“Obviously the rock-and-roll music is awesome, and presents the Passion of the Christ in more of a modern context, but the play really strikes a chord because it focuses on the humanness of Jesus–the temptations he faced, for example–not his divinity,” said Paul. “Some people called it blasphemy when it first came out. But they changed their minds when they saw the show because they could connect with the human part of who this person was, as well as others. [Pontius] Pilate is typically thought of as this evil character, but there’s more than meets the eye. He gets swayed by the crowds turning on Jesus and his own fears, but he actually has a very tender moment when he goes down to Jesus and says, ‘Look, just talk to me.’”
“People immediately associate the name Judas with traitor, but the play sympathizes a bit more with his struggle,” Keli added. “He’s constantly weighing and battling his conscience over what he thinks is right. That’s a daily human trial. Many in the crowd are the same way. They’re incredibly devout, then they’re incredibly fickle and turn on Jesus. Internal turmoil and relationship issues are things we all deal with as part of the human experience.”
Rather than the standard setting of Jerusalem, Northern’s production takes place in a “desolate, dry desert wasteland that was once Las Vegas,” Keli’s home city. She was inspired by the similarities she discovered in the song lyrics and storyline.
“I think it’s boring when it’s kept the way it’s always been done with Mary wearing Birkenstocks and a sundress in the desert,” she said. “I started thinking of the Mojave Desert near Vegas. And then I listened to the lyrics closely, and there’s a lot of rolling of the dice, risk-taking and gambling terms. [The high priests] Caiaphas and Annas kind of reminded me of the people in the little bubble in the ceiling at casinos, monitoring all the tables below to make sure no one’s cheating and they’re profiting. There are parallels everywhere. So it’s a different approach to this production, but it’s fun.”
Cast members include Marquette native and Forest Roberts Theatre veteran John Thomson as Judas, Asa Naigus as Jesus and Hannah Johnson as Mary Magdalene.
“I think people are going to be stunned by the amount of talent in this production,” Paul said. “The cast has been wonderful to work with. They’ve been really innovative and collaborative, helping us to create special moments on stage. It demonstrates the reality of the whole new level we’re operating at now, with the BFA in musical theater program. It’s a real pleasure to be part of it.”
Please note that “Jesus Christ Superstar” is meant for mature audiences. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, April 10-12 and 17-19, with a 1 p.m. “pay as you may” Theatre for All sensory friendly matinee on April 12, and an additional 1 p.m. matinee on April 19. Tickets are $25 for the general public; $22 for NMU employees, seniors and military; $15 for youth; and $5 for NMU students. They can be purchased at https://nmu.universitytickets.com/.

Escanaba - Phil & Lee's Homes Spring Open House & Builder Seminar
2025-04-11 00:00 - 2025-04-13 23:59 | MI
If you’re actively shopping for a new home or considering building one from the ground up, Phil & Lee’s Homes invites you to our Spring Open House, happening April 11th through 13th at our Model Home Center, located at 6674 US Highway 2, Escanaba, MI 49829.
This event is built specifically for future homeowners, giving you the chance to explore model homes, meet industry experts, and get real answers about what it takes to build smart in today’s market.
📅 Event Schedule:
Friday, April 11: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday, April 12: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday, April 13: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
What you can expect all weekend long:
Guided walk-throughs of fully staged model homes
Event-only promotions and limited-time purchase incentives
Straightforward guidance on floorplans, timelines, and more
Refreshments, giveaways, and a relaxed, no-pressure setting
Whether you’re ready to build or just beginning to explore your options, this event is tailored to provide you with the knowledge and connections essential for your homeownership journey.
For more information and to pre-register, visit philandlees.com or contact us at 906-786-3000.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival Docu Cinema: Billy Collins: On the Road with the Poet Laureate
2025-04-11 12:00 - 14:00 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival Docu Cinema: Billy Collins: On the Road with the Poet Laureate
Friday, April 11, 2025. 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family. PWPL screens this portrait of poet Billy Collins, trailing him from readings to college classrooms, his home, and even his car. The film also explores the cultural role of the U.S., Poet Laureate. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Repair Café
2025-04-12 11:00 - 13:00 | MI
Repair Café
Saturday, April 12, 2025. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Toss it? No way! The Repair Café is back thanks to a partnership with the Marquette Sustainability Coalition. Bring in broken household goods such as appliances, clothing, or bikes and skilled fixers with assist you in repairing them. This is a great way to save money, learn valuable repair skills, and reduce your environmental impact. No admission charge. For further information, please contact mqtsustainability@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Marquette - Benefit Concert
2025-04-13 15:00 | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 201 East Ridge Street, Marquette, Michigan
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Marquette will host a benefit concert featuring local artists and choral groups on Sunday, April 13th at 3:00 pm at the church at 201 East Ridge Street in Marquette. The concert is a kickoff event to celebrate the 150th anniversary of St. Paul’s sanctuary building. The concert was originally scheduled for Sunday March 30th, but was rescheduled due to a snowstorm that day.

Admission will be free and donations will be accepted. All donations will benefit St. Paul’s Building Restoration fund as the church seeks to match the grant it received from the National Fund for Sacred Places. The NFSP grant will help St. Paul’s address urgent structural needs, ensuring its continued role as a gathering place for worship, outreach, and community activities into the next 150 years.

“Sounds in Sacred Spaces” Benefit Concert at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church - Marquette
2025-04-13 15:00 - 17:00 | MI
Marquette, MI – April 9, 2025 – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Marquette will host a benefit concert featuring local artists and choral groups on Sunday, April 13th at 3:00 pm at the church at 201 East Ridge Street in Marquette. The concert is a kickoff event to celebrate the 150th anniversary of St. Paul’s sanctuary building. The concert was originally scheduled for Sunday March 30th, but was rescheduled due to a snowstorm that day.
The concert will feature a wide variety of music from Broadway tunes, to classical vocal music, to folk music, fiddle tunes, and choral music. Artists will include Jimmy and Kristen Ludwig, Darrius Morton, Michael Waite, Liz Grugin Mahoney, Janis Peterson, Dani Simandl, Jamie Kitchel, Dave, Bett, Adam Hall, the NMU Arts Chorale, St. Paul’s Choir, and other local artists.
“The Sounds in Sacred Spaces concert will feature musicians who have ties to St. Paul’s,
through music or worship, or both. We are delighted to welcome the community into our
beautiful space to share music from the classics to Broadway- solos, small ensemble, folk
and fiddle tunes.”
Jan Brodersen, St.Paul’s Music Director.
Admission will be free and donations will be accepted. All donations will benefit St. Paul’s Building Restoration fund as the church seeks to match the grant it received from the National Fund for Sacred Places. The NFSP grant will help St. Paul’s address urgent structural needs, ensuring its continued role as a gathering place for worship, outreach, and community activities into the next 150 years.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival: Milton Bates & Gala Mahlerbe Book Launch Reading
2025-04-14 18:30 - 19:30 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival: Milton Bates & Gala Mahlerbe Book Launch Reading
Monday, April 14, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. Poets Milton Bates (Undivided Attention, Kelsay Books) and Gala Mahlerbe (Growth Rings, Harvard Square Press) read from their recently published poetry collections. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-04-15 17:00 - 19:00 | MI
PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, April 15, 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.

National Poetry Month Readings at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library
2025-04-16 17:30 - 19:00 | MI
(ISHPEMING, MI) – Launched by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996, National Poetry Month is a special occasion that celebrates poets and poetry! We are excited to bring this celebration to the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library by hosting two poetry readings on back-to-back evenings.
The first poetry reading will be on Wednesday, April 16th at 5:30pm, and it will feature local poets, Troy Graham and U.P. Poet Laureate, Beverly Matherne. This poetry performance will open with Troy Graham reading newly released poems followed by ’23-’24 U.P. Poet Laureate, Beverly Matherne’s performance of original poetry. Beverly Matherne is the author of seven bilingual books of poetry in French and English. Her latest, from Harvard Square Press, Love Potions, Teas, Incantations, is a collection inspired by paintings. She is currently completing a collection of haiku, a tribute to the Upper Peninsula. Troy Graham is a Marquette area singer-songwriter, performer and poet. He has self-published several books independently and in collective poetry groups. He has instructed dozens of interactive writing workshops for youth in schools, libraries and colleges.
The second event is on Thursday, April 17th at 5:30pm, and it will feature local poet, Kathleen M. Heideman and her new collection, The Caving Grounds. “Through poetry and historic research, ‘The Caving Grounds’ excavates the rubble of Negaunee, a small town in Upper Michigan hollowed by a century of mining. The extraction of hematite caused underground collapses and sinkholes; undermined neighborhoods were deemed unstable; homes, churches and even cemeteries were moved, and dangerous areas fenced. Thankfully, a guide will emerge: Rusty.”

MSHS Jazz Band Concert
2025-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
MSHS Jazz Band Concert
Wednesday, April 16, 2025. 6:30 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of wonderful music performed by the Marquette Senior High School Jazz Band, led by MSHS Director Emily Morgan-Booth. Overflow seating will be located in the Shiras Room. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info, and visit www.pwpl.info.

UP Pesticide Applicator Training and Exams in Escanaba
2025-04-17 08:00 - 16:00 | MI
MSU Extension and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) will offer Pesticide Applicator Training and Exams in the Upper Peninsula at Bay College in Escanaba on April 17th, 2025 8:00am – 4:00pm ET. This event was rescheduled from the original date of April 3rd due to weather. The program includes a core manual review (RUP credits), lunch and MDARD exams (Training participation required for exam takers). Core exams (private and commercial) will be offered by MDARD, while Commercial Category exams will be available onsite through Bay College Testing Services. Four MDARD pesticide applicator recertification credits are available to those attending the Core Manual review. Details are available in the attached press release and flier. Please promote widely!

NMU Celebration of Student Scholarship
2025-04-17 09:00 - 17:00 | MI
Northern Michigan University will host its 29th annual Celebration of Student Scholarship on Thursday, April 17, beginning with an opening ceremony at 9 a.m. and continuing throughout the day in Jamrich Hall. This year’s event will feature a broader range of presentation formats beyond the traditional research posters and 10-minute oral presentations. Students were also invited to submit projects in the form of film and video, readings, roundtables, performances, publications, artistic displays and more.
The Celebration of Student Scholarship recognizes the scholarly and creative work of both undergraduate and graduate students, offering a platform to share their projects with the NMU and Marquette communities.
The event aims to make academic work more accessible to the public while honoring the dedication and accomplishments of NMU students and their faculty mentors. Find more information on the Celebration of Student Scholarship here.

Trio of Outdoor Industry Business Innovators to Give Public Talk at NMU
2025-04-18 10:00 - 12:00 | MI
Northern Michigan University’s master’s degree program in Administration of Outdoor Recreation and Nature-Based Tourism has invited three related business-oriented innovators to campus for a public presentation: keynote speaker Bob Jacquart, owner of Stormy Kromer and Copper Peak; Joe Thiel from Innovate Marquette; and Phil Britton from the Outdoor Recreation Innovation Action Network (ORIAN). The free event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, April 18, in Northern Center Peninsula II.
Jacquart will talk about positive leadership in the industry in a challenging financial environment. Thiel will talk about future impacts of electrification and mobility on the outdoor recreation industry. Britton will speak about ORIAN, a project to bring outdoor recreation product development and manufacturing to the central Upper Peninsula to diversify its economy.
Each year, the students in NMU’s online master’s degree program come to campus for a three-day seminar. They end the seminar with a public event and invite speakers to participate.
The Administration of Outdoor Recreation and Nature-Based Tourism (AORNBT) program is for a wide range of people who would like to work at an administrative level in the field of recreation, outdoor recreation and nature-based tourism. It is built for flexibility, delivered entirely online with two seminar sessions on campus. Learn more here.

NMU Presents 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
2025-04-19 19:30 - 21:30 | MI

Cyber Clinic: Artificial Intelligence
2025-04-21 18:00 - 19:00 | MI
Cyber Clinic: Artificial Intelligence
Monday April 21, 2025. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. In partnership with the Upper Peninsula Cybersecurity Institute. Staying safe online and recognizing scams in today’s ever changing cyber world is difficult. Peter White Public Library is working in partnership with the UPCI to bring the Marquette community authoritative and up-to-date information about computer and internet safety in our new program series “Cyber Clinic”. Cyber Clinic: Artificial Intelligence will give attendees the opportunity to learn about the basics of AI and how to navigate an online world where AI is increasingly prevalent. The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of AI! Questions may be submitted ahead of time by emailing upcyber@nmu.edu. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4319 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival Kick-Off: The Women of Harvard Square Press
2025-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival Kick-Off: The Women of Harvard Square Press Monday, April 21, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. PWPL launches the Great Lakes Poetry Festival with this reading celebrating the women of Harvard Square Press. Enjoy the poetic voices of Beverly Matherne, Claudia Drosen, Randi Clemens, Lynn Domina, Helen Haskell Remien, and Kathleen M. Heideman, among others. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Great Lakes Cannabis Collaboration Conference at NMU
2025-04-22 08:00 - 16:30 | MI
Northern Michigan University will host the 2025 Great Lakes Cannabis Collaboration Conference from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, at the Northern Center. The event will showcase developing trends in cannabis education and research, featuring insights from industry leaders and experts at the forefront of the evolving sector. The schedule includes speakers, an NMU alumni panel discussion, a networking lunch and student oral presentations/research posters.
The conference aims to foster progress in cannabis education and scholarship through open dialogue, the exchange of information and ideas, and the celebration of student and faculty achievements.
Presentations include: “Deciphering the Complex Phytochemistry of Cannabis: From Plant to Extracts,” by Iain W. H. Oswald, director of Research and Development at Abstrax Tech; “The Socioeconomic Benefits of Cannabis Opt-in Within a Municipality,” by the City of Detroit’s Office of Cannabis Affairs; “The Present and Future of Cannabis Regulations in Michigan, featuring Brian Hanna, executive director of Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency; and “Social Equity in Motion: From Policy to Profits,” by Jess Jackson, director of social equity in Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management and a member of the Board of Directors for the Redemption Foundation.
An NMU alumni panel will feature five confirmed speakers: Ishani Sharma, a cannabis research student; Morgan Naumann, retail director and cultivation supervisor at Boreal Cannabis; Christopher Aguilar, team lead at Higher Love Cannabis Co. and owner of Transparent Farms; Sam Frishman, assistant head grower at High Society; and Samuel Hummel, propagation/small veg team member at Higher Love Cannabis Co.
The community is invited to a post-conference presentation titled “The Science of Scent: Exploring Cannabis’s Complex Aromatic Influences” by cannabis research scientist Twinke Paryani, who will be a guest speaker in Professor Alex Wilson’s medicinal plant chemistry seminar. The talk is scheduled from 5-5:50 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, in The Science Building 2904.
NMU’s Medicinal Plant Chemistry program, launched in fall 2017, was the first four-year undergraduate degree of its kind. The program is designed to prepare students for success in the emerging industries related to medicinal plant production, analysis, and distribution.
Find more information on the Great Lakes Cannabis Collaboration Conference here.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival Headline Poet: Kimberly Blaeser Reading
2025-04-22 18:30 - 19:30 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival Headline Poet: Kimberly Blaeser Reading
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Teens, Adults, Seniors. Acclaimed poet Kimberly Blaeser, former Wisconsin Poet Laureate and author of six poetry collections, reads from her reads from her work. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

NMU Career Day
2025-04-23 09:00 - 13:00 | MI
Northern Michigan University will host Career Day for about 1,000 students from more than 20 high schools across the Upper Peninsula on Wednesday, April 23. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Northern Center. Students will have an opportunity to chat about career and educational opportunities with representatives of 45 participating employers and many of NMU’s academic departments.
Almost half of the students will spend extra time on campus taking tours of Northern through the Campus Visit Office. Career Day is a partnership between NMU (the offices of Student Success, Career Services and Admissions) and UP Michigan Works.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival Dinner & a Movie: Paterson
2025-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival Dinner & a Movie: Paterson
Wednesday, April 23, 2025. 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Teens, Seniors. As part of the Great Lakes Poetry Festival, PWPL invites you to bring your dinner, sit at a table, and enjoy a screening of director Jim Jarmusch’s acclaimed, Palm Dog-winning film Paterson, starring Adam Driver as a bus driver/poet from Paterson, New Jersey. Rated R. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents: A Community Under the Stars: 60 Years of Shiras Planetarium
2025-04-23 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
The Marquette Regional History Center presents:
A Community Under the Stars: 60 Years of Shiras Planetarium
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Shiras Planetarium here in Marquette with a special panel discussion featuring past and present directors. We will explore the evolution of this iconic facility, from its founding in 1965 to its upcoming transformation in 2025. Discover how the planetarium has inspired generations through education and innovation, and hear stories of its impact on the community. Featured panelists include past and current planetarium directors: Scott Stobbelaar, Chris Standerford, Becky LaBrecque, and current technical director, Jacob Phillips. Bring your questions and memories as we reflect on six decades of reaching for the stars. Former planetarium equipment will be on display this evening, and here at the MRHC from mid-April through mid-May. $5 suggested donation. For more info visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.

UP Michigan Works! Marquette Career Launchpad
2025-04-24 16:00 - 18:00 | MI
MARQUETTE, Mich— UP Michigan Works! is excited to announce the Marquette Career Launchpad Event, taking place on April 24th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at our Marquette MI Works Office, located at 1498 O’Dovero Dr. This event is designed to present career path options to high school seniors who are considering a gap year or have decided not to pursue college. We aim to connect these students with employment opportunities that require a GED or high school diploma and offer a clear career pathway for their future.
Event Highlights:

Job Fair: Students will have the opportunity to speak directly with employers who are willing to hire individuals straight out of high school.

Union Representation & Apprenticeships: Information on union representation and apprenticeship options will be available.

VR Headsets: Try out various occupations through virtual reality experiences.

Career Path Discussions: Experts will be on hand to discuss career opportunities and review resumes.

Presentation by UP Michigan Works!: Learn about our services and how we support career seekers.

Networking & Refreshments: Enjoy time for networking and refreshments.

We are inviting high school seniors from every high school in Marquette County to attend. Those who register in advance will be eligible for door prizes. To sign up, please visit our website or contact us directly.
Contact Information:

Phone: 906-228-3075

Website: https://upmichiganworks.org/events/career-launchpad/

Join us for an informative and engaging event that will help launch your career!
