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  • Marquette Regional History Center presents: Houses on the Move: The Neighborhood Before MGH

    Marquette Regional History Center 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan

    When: Wednesday, September 16, 1:30 p.m. Where: Marquette Regional History Center Before there was Marquette General Hospital (MGH) in north Marquette, there was a vibrant neighborhood full of family homes near St. Luke’s Hospital. A huge effort was made, starting in the early 1980s, to move the houses from West College and Magnetic streets in Marquette to allow for expansion of the hospital. After identifying where 23 of these homes now rest, Cheryl Anderegg along with Jack Deo and others will tell the stories of many families who lived in these 1920-30s homes.. Photographs, maps, and research will bring together

  • Business After Hours: Fraco!

    3470 US-41, Marquette, MI 3470 US-41, Marquette, MI

    Wednesday, September 16, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. 3470 US-41, Marquette, MI Join Fraco for Business After Hours! This casual networking event offers a fantastic opportunity to make valuable business connections, engage with the community, and spend quality time with colleagues. This event will feature a main door prize of $1,000 gift certificate, giveaways (gift baskets, t-shirts, and other goodies), and food catered by Vango’s. Business After Hours events are free to attend and open to everyone; both members and non-members are welcome. More Details Facebook Event

  • Copyright & Fair Use with Emera Bridger Wilson, Ph.D.

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    When: Thursday, September 17, Noon Where: Zoom Copyright can be tricky to navigate, especially when creating and sharing resources with partners, members and the communities we serve. This session will break down the basics of copyright and fair use, helping participants better understand how to use and share materials responsibly and confidently. By the end of the session, participants will be able to: Understand the basics of copyright and why copyright protections exist. Determine when the use of copyrighted materials may meet fair use guidelines. Identify and apply open licenses to materials your organization owns. Emera Bridger Wilson is the

  • Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop

    Ishpeming Senior Center 121 Greenwood St, Ishpeming, MI, United States

    Thursdays, August 13 through September 17, 2026, from 1:30-3:00 pm EST, Ishpeming Senior Center, 121 Greenwood Street, Ishpeming.    Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week in-person workshop, designed for the non-professional, informal family caregiver, will be held on Thursdays, August 13 through September 17, 2026, from 1:30-3:00 pm EST, at the Ishpeming Senior Center, 121 Greenwood Street, Ishpeming.  Research studies find high rates of depression and anxiety among caregivers and increased vulnerability to health problems. Caregivers frequently cite restriction of personal activities and social life as problems. In addition, caregivers often feel a lack of control over events and a

  • PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette

    pwpl 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, United States

    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.  

  • Marquette County Walk for Hope

    Al Quaal Recreation Area 501 Poplar Street, Ishpeming, Michigan

    On Saturday, September 19, the Marquette County Suicide Prevention Alliance, along with several community organizations, businesses, and community members, will gather for the annual Marquette Cunty Walk for Hope to benefit local suicide prevention and postvention programming in Marquette Cunty.  The annual walk will be held in person in Ishpeming at Al Quaal.   The Walk Committee urges all community members to attend to honor the spirit of the event and recognize the importance of suicide prevention while supporting suicide loss survivors, attempt survivors, and the families and loved ones of those who struggle.   Community members are encouraged to

  • Big Bay Stewardship Council 6th Annual Fall Fest

    Draver Park Big Bay, Michigan

    Saturday, September 19 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Draver Park, Hoffman St., Big Bay, MI   Discover Big Bay will host its sixth annual Fall Fest on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Draver Park in Big Bay.   The community celebration will offer a variety of activities for all ages, including a car show, local food trucks, artisan vendors, a bounce house, live music and family-friendly activities. The event invites residents and visitors to celebrate the fall season while connecting with the Big Bay community.   For more information, contact director@bigbaystewardship.org.  

  • PWPL Presents: Book Launch Reading: B. G. Bradley & Shadows of the North

    pwpl 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, United States

    Monday, September 21, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors, Teens. What mysteries walk among the forest groves, down the country lanes, and along the small city streets of our vast northern lands? Join Marquette Arts Awards 2022 Writer of the Year B. G. Bradley for a reading from his new noir novel, Shadows of the North.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.