Central UP Events

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.

  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

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.

  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

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.

  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

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

  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.

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.