Future 9th Grade Parent/Guardian Meeting date is on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 6:00 p.m in the MSHS Little Theater   On Wednesday evening, January 29, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. all parents of current eighth grade students are invited to attend a parent orientation in the MSHS Little Theater. Topics of discussion at the parent orientation include upcoming class sign-up, an overview of the graduation requirements and the academic programs we provide. We will also present opportunities of support and advancement and we will provide information on the many organizations, activities, and athletic sports available at MSHS. There will also

Registration is underway for Savvy Caregiver, a nationally recognized educational training program for family members caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease, dementia or memory loss and are living at home. Savvy Caregiver is designed to give caregivers relevant knowledge, skills, and mastery to support the person living with dementia and to take care of themselves. Topics include information about Alzheimer’s and related dementias, the role of confusion and its effects on behavior, the stages of dementia, and how to keep the person engaged and involved in daily activities. Decision making for difficult issues caregivers often face and caregiver

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Northern Michigan University’s CO/LAB Dance Company will present a concert anchored by the premiere of “Love is a Burning Thing: A choreography tribute to Johnny Cash.” CO/LAB artistic director and assistant professor Karina Johnson choreographed the contemporary ballet piece, which uses several familiar Cash songs to showcase how people experience relationships in their lives. The production is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 29-31, with a sensory-friendly Theatre for All matinee at 1 p.m. Saturday. “A lot of times, dance can feel unrelatable to the general population, so one of my main goals with this company is to get the

Holiday Inn Marquette 1951 US-41, Marquette, MI Friday, January 30 | 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. Register Today! Join us for a special Breakfast & Business focused on the economic outlook for 2026 and what it could mean for local employers, workers, and the regional economy. Start your morning with coffee, breakfast, and time to connect before diving into a timely conversation with regional leaders. Our panel will share insights on trends they’re seeing, challenges ahead, and opportunities shaping the year to come, with plenty of time for questions and discussion. This is a great chance to stay informed, hear different

Fridays, January (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 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

Breakfast & Business January Topic // 2026 Look Ahead  Holiday Inn Marquette 1951 US-41, Marquette, MI  Friday, January 30 | 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.  Join us for a special edition of Breakfast & Business focused on looking at the economic outlook of 2026.  Start the day by connecting with peers over coffee and a light breakfast while checking in and settling into the event.   Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed, ask questions, and be part of the conversation. Registration encouraged-space is limited!   Breakfast and plenty of networking opportunities are included.  7:30 – 8:00 a.m. | Registration, Networking,

150 West Johnson Lake Road, Gwinn, MI 49841   Dates: January 3, 2026 – March 14, 2026   Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday   Get Ready For This Winter’s Biggest Adrenaline Rush: The Upper Michigan Ice Races   Are you ready to take your thrill-seeking to the next level? Join the Upper Michigan Ice Racing Association for an action-packed series of Weekly Ice Races held on Saturdays, where dirt bikes and quads tear up the ice in a battle of speed, skill, and sheer power!   The Upper Michigan Ice Races are open to the public for spectating or bring

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