Northern Michigan University’s Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center will unveil two exhibits in its new gallery space in 223 Harden Hall: “The Conservationists: George Shiras III, Theodore Roosevelt and the Migratory Bird Act”; and a permanent display of artifacts, photographs and stories about NMU. The opening reception begins at noon Saturday, Jan. 31. “The Conservationists” focuses on the relationship between Shiras and Roosevelt and how the two helped shape conservation and environmental policy in the United States during the early 1900s. The exhibit will feature actual correspondence between the two figures from the collection of the Central Upper Peninsula and NMU

Jan. 31 2026 Saturday 3 p.m.  Jamrich 1100 Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will host a staged reading of “Tragedy Sound,” a play written by NMU alumna Karen Saari, at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 31, in Jamrich 1100. The reading is free and open to the public. The production follows three U.P. women who are lifelong friends as they find themselves stranded on Lake Superior after accepting a dare to embark on a canoeing trip. “It’s about motherhood, friendship, self-acceptance, awareness and sacrifice,” said director Keli Crawford-Truckey. “They come to a place with one another where they can all

Join us for our 23rd Annual Culinary Journey. Offering you a world on a plate. Enjoy signature dishes crafted by the region’s most talented chefs, paired with great drinks and live music. Must be over 21 to attend.   Sunday, February 1, 2026   6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.   Tickets $75 for one or $140 for two   Tickets are available at the front desk, by calling 906-226-3911, or at the door on the day of the event. Tickets are also available online. https://upchildrensmuseum.org/shop/tickets

Tuesdays & Fridays February (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

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Wednesdays February (4, 11, 18, 25), 2026.  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, February 4, 2026.  10:00 – 11:00 a.m.  Peter White Public Library Peter White Conference Room.  This Book Group welcomes readers interested in a variety of contemporary fiction on the first Wednesday of the month at 10 AM. Book discussions will be led by Reference Desk staff. Book selection for February 4th will be WILD DARK SHORE by Charlotte McConaghy. Please call 906-226-4311 or visit www.pwpl.info/news-events/book-groups with questions.  

Wednesday, February 4, 2026.  11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. & 5:00-6:00 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, February 4, 2026.  1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Teen Zone. Home School Teens, Ages 11 & up, are welcome to join Amanda in the Teen Zone for bi-weekly book discussions. We will be discussing An Outbreak of Witchcraft: A graphic novel of the Salem Witch Trials by Deborah Noyes. For youth ages 11 & up. No admission charge. For more information or to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at pierce@pwpl.info, visit pwpl.info, or find Peter White Public Library Teen Services on Instagram or Facebook.  

Wednesday, February 4, 1:30 p.m. With your encouragement, we continue our Senior Support Series (SSS) starting off with dance. These afternoon programs ignite curiosity, social interaction, health, and community involvement. Partnering with Mapping Medicare, we offer door prizes and complimentary Dead River coffee. Join us as we welcome Marge Sklar, owner and instructor at the Dance Zone for this one-time dance and movement class. This opportunity will be accessible to those who can and cannot stand. As Marge says: “Life is short! Prolong your life and your zest for life, learn to dance!” All ages welcome. Free program. Visit marquettehistory.org