Keep It In The UP!

Downtown Marquette Farmer's Market
2025-06-07 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-14 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-21 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | MI

Meditate Marquette Presents: A Year of Mindful Living
2025-06-07 10:00 - 11:30 | MI
Meditate Marquette Presents: A Year of Mindful Living
Saturday, June 7, 2025. 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room. Four mindfulness meditation and yoga teachers invite you to engage in a year of mindful living. Each month, one of the teachers will present a topic that addresses the different dimensions where we can practice mindfulness and presence. The intent is for us to cultivate mindfulness, care, and well-being individually and in our love, business, and social relationships. These are drop-in sessions, although committing to a full year is a way to build a consistent mindfulness practice. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Michigan Notable Book Author Tim Schulz A Cast Away in Montana Reading
2025-06-09 18:30 - 19:30 | MI
Michigan Notable Book Author Tim Schulz A Cast Away in Montana Reading
Monday, June 9, 2025. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Reading from his 2025 Michigan Notable Book A Cast Away in Montana, author Tim Schulz takes us on a journey of fly fishing, nature, friendship, and reflection. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Downtown Marquette Market Opener
2025-06-11 17:00 - 20:00 | MI
MARQUETTE, MI- The first market of the Downtown Marquette Wednesday Night Farmers Market 2025 season is next Wednesday, June 11, from 5 PM – 8 PM on the 100 block of W.. Washington St.
The Wednesday Evening Farmers Market is shutting down the 100 block of W. Washington St. in Downtown Marquette to bring the festive summer experience to the market and to the downtown every Wednesday this summer season. The Street closes at 3 pm and opens again at 9 pm. There will be no parking on the street during the closure.
Businesses that line the 100 block will be open during market hours, including market setup from 3 pm to 5 pm. The street will be blocked off and closed for pedestrian traffic during market setup hours. Please utilize crosswalks at the ends of the block to cross the street till 5 pm.
Shoppers will be greeted with a bustling street market offering a wide array of vendors from across the community every Wednesday. Shoppers can choose from fresh, locally grown, seasonal produce, baked goods, locally raised meat, kombucha, coffee, bread, hot sauce, and more! Our artisans offer handcrafted goods such as soaps, lotions, jewelry, woodworking products, and knitter products, to name a few. The Information Booth is located at the intersection of Washington and Front St.
The Downtown Marquette Social District will be active during this time and extend into the street to offer Farmers Market attendees the opportunity to shop amongst the vendors with an alcoholic beverage purchased from a participating downtown restaurant or bar. To learn more about the Downtown Marquette Social District, visit www.downtownmarquette.org/social-districts.
Shoppers can now plan for their market visit by using new resources available on the market’s website. The interactive Market Map allows shoppers to search for vendors and products, learn more about each vendor, and map their shopping experience accordingly. Additionally, the Vendors Directory page provides shoppers with links and information about each vendor, including specific offerings and which dates they will be at the market. Links to these resources can be found on the market’s homepage at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com.
The DMFM will continue to accept a wide array of food assistance programs, including EBT Bridge Card, P-EBT Card, Double Up Food Bucks, Fresh Food Access, and Food as Medicine vouchers. More information about accepted forms of payment can be found on the DMFM website at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com/paymentoptions.
For up-to-date information about the DMFM please follow them on Facebook and Instagram @mqtfarmersmarket or visit their website at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com and join the e-newsletter mailing list!

Troy Graham Concert on the Steps
2025-06-11 18:30 - 19:30 | MI
Troy Graham Concert on the Steps
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Front Street Steps. Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. For the first of this year’s Concert on the Steps, join 2022 Marquette Art Awards Performing Artist of the Year Troy Graham for an evening of indie folk music and spirituals. A great way to welcome summer. Weather Contingency: Community Room. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Negaunee City Band Concert
2025-06-11 19:30 - 20:30 | MI
The Negaunee City Band plays its first concert of the 2025 season on
Wednesday, June 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Outdoor Performing Arts Center
at the east end of Iron Street. The band will play weekly through August
6, with all concerts scheduled for Wednesday evenings. Some seating is
available, but attendees may wish to bring their own chairs.

Feeding America West Michigan Mobile Food Pantry
2025-06-12 10:00 - 11:30 | 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, June 12. 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.

Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children's Museum
2025-06-12 17:30 - 20:30 | MI
Join us for our Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum:

“Red, White, and Blue!”

Thursday, June 12, 2025

5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Experience hands-on craft activities, music, an appearance by the Balloon Princess, and FREE Culver’s Frozen Custard. FREE to participate.

Marquette Poets Circle
2025-06-12 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
Marquette Poets Circle
Thursday, June 12, 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.

Negaunee Public Library hosts Marvel Illustrator
2025-06-14 09:30 - 11:30 | MI
Negaunee Public Library is hosting a Marvel Entertainment illustrator as part of our “Color Our World” summer reading program. Jerry DeCaire, a Saginaw native, has worked on Deadpool, Thor, Wolverine, and other world-famous superheroes.

The event will be from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 14, at the Negaunee Senior Citizens Center.

Marine Sale Fundraiser to benefit the Marquette Junior Yacht Club
2025-06-14 11:00 - 14:00 | MI
Marine Sale Fundraiser to benefit the Marquette Junior Yacht Club
Contact: MJYC, mqtjyc.org, mqtjunioryachtclub@gmail.com or 906-250-3350
The Marquette Junior Yacht Club will host a Marine Sale Fundraiser on Saturday, June 14th from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Marquette Yacht Club, 201 E. Main Street. All proceeds will go towards upgrading sailing equipment. This event is open to the public for sellers and shoppers.
-Drop-off your items between 8:00 am and 11:00 am
-Sellers set their own prices
-Items priced less than $499, a 20% commission will be collected for MJYC
-Items priced over $500 – a 10% commission will be collected
-All 100% donated items in working order will be considered for resale
-Sale starts at 11:00 am and ends at 2:00 pm.
All nautical items are welcome: boats, trailers, motors, navigational equipment, sailboats, sails, boat parts, anchors, safety equipment, canoes, kayaks, paddles, fishing equipment, home decor, artwork, etc.
This is a fundraiser for the Marquette Junior Yacht Club, a local nonprofit sailing school sponsored by the Marquette Yacht Club.
To download a sellers form or for sailing school information go to mqtjyc.org

U.P. Pride Fest
2025-06-14 12:00 - 18:00 | MI
UP Rainbow Pride is thrilled to announce that the 10th Anniversary Upper Peninsula Pride Festival will return to Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette, Michigan on Saturday, June 14, 2025!
For over a decade, U.P. Pride Fest has been a vibrant celebration of acceptance, love, community, and visibility. More than just a festival, it is a vital space for LGBTQ+ individuals, their families, and allies to gather, celebrate, and honor the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights. As the Upper Peninsula’s largest and longest-running Pride event, the festival continues to grow-thanks to the unwavering support of local and regional businesses and organizations.
Since moving to the heart of downtown Marquette in 2021, U.P. Pride Fest has remained free, family-friendly, and community-driven, powered entirely by volunteers.. This year, organizers are aiming higher than ever, with a fundraising goal of $20,000 to make the 10th anniversary celebration the biggest and most inclusive yet.
Support is more than a donation-it’s a message to LGBTQ+ youth, families, and community members that they belong.

Bluey Bash
2025-06-16 14:00 - 17:00 | MI
Bluey Bash
Monday June 16, 2025. 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. For children of all ages who love Bluey! There will Bluey & Bingo games and crafts inspired by the popular Bluey TV show. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

NMU Hosts 'Juneteenth: Week of Jubilee'
2025-06-16 16:00 - 19:00 | MI
Northern Michigan University will present “Juneteenth: Week of Jubilee,” an educational and cultural event series scheduled for June 16-20. The week is dedicated to honoring American history, celebrating the contributions of African American communities, and encouraging civic learning, unity and reflection.
Recognized as a federal holiday, Juneteenth commemorates the moment in 1865 when the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Galveston, Texas. NMU invites students, families and community members to participate in inclusive programming that highlights music, storytelling, the arts, and historical education.
“Juneteenth: Week of Jubilee is a community-centered opportunity to learn, connect and celebrate American history and values,” said Freddy Sims Jr., coordinator of NMU’s Center for Community and Connection. “We look forward to welcoming the public to a meaningful series of events that inspire civic pride and cultural appreciation.”
The Juneteenth celebration schedule follows. All events are free and open to the public. For more information, visit nmu.edu/Juneteenth.
Monday, June 16
Community Picnic: A Celebration of History & Community, 4-7 p.m., Presque Isle Pavilion. This free, family-friendly picnic will feature music, food, games and guest speakers. It provides a relaxed space for connection, reflection and honoring the importance of freedom and community.
Tuesday, June 17
Rhythms & Motion of Freedom: Drum Workshop, 6-8 p.m., Ore Dock Brewing Company. This interactive workshop explores the cultural and historical significance of drumming, highlighting how music has served as a form of storytelling and expression across generations.
Wednesday, June 18
Rhythms & Motion of Freedom: Dance Workshop, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ore Dock Brewing Company. Led by experienced facilitators, this community dance session continues the celebration of music and movement, encouraging wellness, cultural understanding and creative engagement.
Thursday, June 19 (Juneteenth Holiday)
Juneteenth Festival: Celebrating American Freedom & Heritage, noon to 5 p.m., Lakeview’s Russell Arena. This vibrant festival will feature live performances, youth activities, workshops, vendors and cultural presentations.
Friday, June 20
Legacy & Liberation: A Juneteenth Film Night, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Mead Auditorium in The Science Building. A screening of Miss Juneteenth will be followed by a panel discussion reflecting on legacy, motherhood and Black womanhood.

PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-06-17 17:00 - 19:00 | MI
PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, June 17, 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.

Champion Township Hall Open House
2025-06-18 15:00 - 17:00 | MI
Champion Township Hall Open House
WHAT: Champion Township is opening its new Township Hall, celebrating with a ribbon cutting and following with an open house for the public to view.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 18, 3 p.m.
WHERE: 1071 Highway US 41, Champion, MI 49814
WHY: Grand opening of new Township Hall

The Make-Believe Spurs Concert on the Steps
2025-06-18 18:30 - 19:30 | MI
The Make-Believe Spurs Concert on the Steps
Wednesday, June 18, 2025. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.. Peter White Public Library Front Street Steps. Adults, Seniors, Teens, Family Friendly. Join local favorite The Make-Believe Spurs for an evening of close-knit harmonies and storytelling. Molly Wallen, Brian Keith Wallen, and Mavis Farr are ready to rock the steps again! Weather Contingency: Community Room. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Wild Wild West - the Forgotten History of West Washington Street: A Walking Tour with Jim Koski
2025-06-18 18:30 - 20:30 | MI
The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Wild Wild West – the Forgotten History of West Washington Street: A Walking Tour with Jim Koski
Wednesday, June 18, 6:30 p.m. Churches, gas stations, grocery stores, and railroads all called Washington Street west of Fourth Street home. Join Jim Koski for a walk to discover the stories waiting to be told on the edge of downtown Marquette. Meet at and return to the Marquette Regional History Center parking lot. $5 suggested donation. For more info visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571
Attached images courtesy of the John M. Longyear Research Library: Washington St. ca 1865 & UP Motors Co.

Eagle Mine Free Public Tours
2025-06-19 08:00 - 2025-09-25 17:00 | MI
Eagle Mine to offer Free Public Tours of Facilities

CHAMPION, Mich., April 22, 2025—A series of public tours of Eagle Mine facilities will be offered during the summer. Tour locations will alternate between the Eagle Mine in Big Bay and the Humboldt Mill in Champion on Thursdays from July to September.

Tours of the Eagle Mine will be offered on the following dates from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: June 19, July 10, July 24, August 7, August 21, September 4, and September 18.

The Eagle Mine Tour is primarily a driving surface tour of the mine site with a walking tour through the water treatment plant. The mine tour does not go underground. You will see where the ore is brought up from underground and where it is stored and loaded into the haul trucks. Other surface facilities include the storage area for development (or waste) rock, the backfill plant, the truck repair shop, and the water treatment plant.

Eagle Mine tour participants meet at the Eagle Mine Information Center at 153 A West Washington Street in downtown Marquette, and bus transportation is provided for the tour.

Tours of the Humboldt Mill will be offered on the following dates from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.: June 26, July 17, July 31, August 14, September 11, and September 25.

On the Humboldt Mill Tour, you will see what happens to the ore after it leaves the mine site. The tour is a walking tour that begins at the administrative office. It follows the circuit of crushing, grinding, and flotation processes, taking the ore from a haul truck to a rail car. Visitors should be prepared to walk on-site for about an hour, including up and down stairs and over metal grating.

Transportation is not provided for the Humboldt Mill tour. Participants will park in the Visitor Parking lot and meet inside the Administration Building.

Registration for the tours is required. Participants must be 13 years or older, and an adult must accompany those under 18. Register at www.eaglemine.com/tours.
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NCT Group Hike
2025-06-19 10:00 - 13:00 | MI
Come hike with us through a beautiful hardwood forest on a serene, old logging road and forest trail. It’s a great chance to enjoy some of the quiet beauty of our northern forest and spend some time with your fellow NCT hikers. The hike begins at the Lakenenland parking lot on M28 and heads for the North Country Trail shelter. From there it heads east along an old logging road to the Jeske Flooding boat ramp and then on to the new NCT boardwalk.
Our hike will be led by Dennis Fattaleh, an experienced group hike leader.
This is an out-and-back hike that covers approximately 4.5 miles of level terrain and is an easy, pleasant hike with virtually no change in elevation. Proper hiking boots are required. Expect a few wet spots. Plan on 2 to 3 hours of hiking time. Don’t forget to bring water, a snack and bug spray!
We’ll meet on Thursday, June 19th at 10:00 AM at the Lakenenland parking lot.
This event is limited to 15 participants, and advanced registration is required. Please click here to register. Registration will remain open until Wednesday, June 18th or until we reach capacity. We hope to see you there!

NMU Arts and Athletics Golf Outing
2025-06-19 11:00 - 15:00 | MI
Northern Michigan University Athletics and NMU Theatre & Dance will team up once again for the seventh annual Arts and Athletics Golf Outing on Thursday, June 19, at the Marquette Golf Club. The event supports both departments’ students and programs. Four-person teams can play either the Heritage course for $150 per person, or Greywalls for $250 per person. Tickets include 18 holes with a cart, dinner, refreshments on the course and a thank-you gift.
Registration begins at 10 a.m. Shotgun starts are scheduled at 11 a.m. for Greywalls and noon for Heritage. A 19th hole reception is scheduled at 4:30, with dinner at 5 p.m., followed by awards and a silent auction. Tickets are available in advance at nmu.universitytickets.com. Please note that sign-in is required to reserve team tickets. There is also a dinner-only option for $25 per person.
Eight sponsorship opportunities are available, ranging from Tee Box Sponsor at $250 to Title Sponsor at $4,000, which includes two team entries. For more information, contact Bill Digneit at wdigneit@nmu.edu or 906-360-0751.

Bergonzi String Trio Family Concert
2025-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 | MI
Bergonzi String Trio Family Concert
Friday June 20, 2025. 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Families with children of all ages are invited to this special Bergonzi String Trio Family Concert! Children will hear experts from Haydn Piano Trio No. 39 on G Major “Gypsy”, Jennifer Higdon Piano Trio No. 1 “1. Pale Yellow” and Tchaikovsky Piano Trio in A Minor, Op. 50. Throughout the concert, members of the trio will explain different parts of the music, talk about the different instruments and more. Family friendly, youth of all ages welcome. Youth under the age of 8 must have an adult present in the program. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Beaumier Center Offers Campus Walking Tour
2025-06-20 11:00 - 13:00 | MI
6/11/2025
The Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center at Northern Michigan University will offer three free walking tours of NMU’s campus this summer. All are open to the public. The tours are scheduled at 11 a.m. on June 20, July 11 and Aug. 8., beginning at the Carillon Towers next to the Northern Center just off Lee Drive.
Reservations are not required. Each tour will take about 90 minutes to complete and participants will walk about one mile through campus.
Beaumier Center Director/Curator Daniel Truckey, a 1990 graduate of Northern, will lead the tours. He will take visitors on a historical journey through campus, discussing its formation in 1899 and how it has changed physically and socially over the past 125 years. The tour will point out the many architectural styles on campus represented by Art Deco, Mid-century Modern, Post-Modern and Futuristic elements. Along the way, he will discuss some of the individuals and major events that helped to shape the campus.
For more information, please call 906-227-3212or email heritage@nmu.edu.

Global Cinema: Ilker Catak's The Teacher's Lounge
2025-06-20 12:00 - 14:30 | MI
Global Cinema: Ilker Catak’s The Teacher’s Lounge
Friday, June 20, 2025. 12:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. In this 2023 Oscar-nominated German feature, director Ilker Catak tells the story of an idealistic young teacher who is pressured to discover which of her seventh grade students is responsible for a series of thefts.. Rated PG-13. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Party on the Patio Benefit for UPAWS
2025-06-22 16:00 - 19:00 | MI
Gwinn, MI – Up North Lodge is excited to announce its collaboration with local businesses to host the “Party on the Patio” every Sunday throughout the summer, with the aim of supporting local nonprofits.
Join us at the Up North Lodge on Sunday, June 22, for a special event benefiting the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter (UPAWS). The festivities kick off at 3 PM, featuring live music from the band “Lost Cause” from 4 PM to 7 PM.
Attendees can enjoy an outdoor bar and delicious food, along with exciting basket raffles and a 50/50 drawing. A heartfelt thank you goes out to the UPAWS Fundraising Committee and Select Realty for sponsoring this fantastic event.
Bring your friends and family and help us make a difference in our community. We can’t wait to see you Up North next Sunday June 22nd for fun while you help the homeless pets at the same time!

NMU Music Department Hosts Summer Concert Series
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00 | MI
The Northern Michigan University Department of Music is launching a new series titled Summer Concerts at Reynolds, which will take place on Tuesdays in June and July in Reynolds Recital Hall. This year’s series will highlight the department’s faculty, all of whom are highly trained professional musicians, in addition to teaching full time. One or more faculty members will be featured during each performance.
Admission to all concerts is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted, with all proceeds benefitting the NMU Department of Music to provide the best experience for its students. The schedule for the inaugural season of Summer Concerts at Reynolds follows. All performances begin at 5 p..m., unless otherwise noted.
June 24: Christopher Schoelen, classical guitar
July 1: Mark Flaherty, trumpet
July 8: The Marquette Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet at 4 p.m.
July 15: James A. Strain, percussion
July 29: Patrick Booth, saxophone
Further concert details will be shared on social media, the NMU Music website and other event resources around Marquette. To sponsor these or future concerts, contact Keri Lee Pierson at kepierso@nmu.edu. Find out more about this series and the NMU Department of Music at nmu.edu/music, facebook.com/nmumusicdept#, or instagram.com/nmumusicdept#.

Marquette County Board of Health Monthly Meeting
2025-06-25 18:00 | Marquette County Courthouse, 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, Michigan, 49855
The regular monthly meeting of the Marquette County Board of Health will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 6:00 pm. The meeting will take place in Room 231 of the Henry A. Skewis Annex, Marquette County Courthouse, Marquette..

Cloverland Concert on the Steps
2025-06-25 18:30 - 19:30 | MI
Cloverland Concert on the Steps
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Front Street Steps. Family, Adults, Seniors, Teens. Gather by the steps with chairs and picnics for an evening of folk and bluegrass tunes by popular local band Cloverland, featuring musicians Kerry Yost, Stephanie Whiton, Sarah Mittlefehldt, and John Gillette. A toe- and heart-tapping concert that is not to be missed! No admission charge. Weather Contingency: Community Room. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.
