Central UP Events

Find your walking shoes and lace up those sneakers. The 19th Annual Great Lakes Recovery Centers Run For Recovery is just around the corner. The Run/Walk, proudly presented by TruNorth Federal Credit Union, will begin at 6 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 10, in the back entrance of the Superior Dome in Marquette, with the course traversing north toward Presque Isle.    The annual event coincides with National Recovery Month in September.    All net proceeds will benefit Great Lakes Recovery Centers’ Compassionate Care Fund. Through the Compassionate Care Fund, individuals can access GLRC’s services and receive much-needed services, regardless of ability

Thursday, September 10, 2026, 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.  

When: 2026.09.11-13 Where: City of Marquette City of Marquette residents are invited and encouraged to participate in the communitywide “Trash to Treasure Weekend” beginning Friday, September 11 through Sunday, September 13. The purpose of the program is to provide a venue for the recycling of reusable household items such as furniture, lamps, electronics and other working household items. The program is designed to increase awareness of recycling by creating an alternative means of reusing items that would otherwise end up in the landfill.    Guidelines: Residents can place reusable/serviceable items in front of their house on the curb no earlier

Tuesdays, September (1, 8, 15, 22, 29) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Fridays, September (4, 11, 18, 25) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.  Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. Sessions will include a combination of talks, seated meditation, and movement practices. All individuals, regardless of previous experience or spiritual affiliation, are welcome to attend.  For further information, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.  

Friday, September 11, 2026. 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors. On the anniversary of 9-11 attacks, join Peter White Public Library in the screening of this powerful film documenting the lives of seven young people who lost their fathers on that day. Rated TV-14. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Saturday Morning Farmers Market Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm

Saturdays, September (12, 26), 2026. 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room.  Songs, rhymes, stories and finger-plays geared towards babies through preschool with a loving adult. Older siblings and older children welcome.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Saturday, September 12, 2026. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Studio 1.  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 will 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 906-226-4311.

Saturday, September 12, 2026. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  PWPL will be accepting gently used & clean Halloween costumes and dress-up apparel for this swap. Families can attend the costume swap on Saturday, September 12 and look for a new-to-you costume! No admission charge, costumes are all free. Drop off gently used and clean costumes to the Teen Zone or Youth Services from now -September 11. All Costumes will be free of charge.  No donation needed to attend the swap. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or