Central UP Events

Monday, September 28, 2026, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Family Friendly, Adults, Seniors. PWPL presents an evening of Country Roots music (original songs influenced by rock & roll, folk, traditional, and outlaw country) with Finding Feathers (formerly the Seth Brown Duo). Come celebrate the release of the group’s new album, Human!  No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Tuesday, September 29, 2026. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.  Peter White Public Library Dandelion Cottage Room.  Adults, Seniors. Join Marty for an in-person, in-depth discussion of Upper Michigan Today’s All Booked Up book of the month. Come with your questions, insights, and observations. This month’s book: This month’s book: Whistler by Ann Patchett. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

DCS flyer 091526-092926   Dementia Caregiving Series, a three-part online program designed for family caregivers of people with dementia, will be held on Tuesdays, September 15, 22, and 29, 2026 from 11:00 am – noon (Eastern) via Zoom.   During the three online sessions participants will learn basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function, how to communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia, recognize stages of dementia, how to provide meaningful daily activities based on the interests and abilities of the person with dementia, how to better understand and address dementia related behaviors, and learn strategies

Tuesday, September 29, 2026. 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 and background materials are available on the library’s website: pwpl.info. For more information call 906-226-4303.  

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.  

Wednesday, September 30, 2026. 9 a.m.-10 a.m. WLUC TV 6 Studios. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Join Upper Michigan Today’s John Redfield and Audrey Stetson, along with PWPL staff, for an on-air, in-person book discussion. This month’s book: Whistler by: Ann Patchett. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Marquette Intertribal Community invites you to attend:  ORANGE SHIRT DAY AWARENESS WALK AND GATHERING   September 30, 2026 6:00 PM – Meet @ Grandview Apartments – Former Holy Family Orphanage, 600 Altamont Street, Marquette, MI 6:15 PM – Walk Begins   We will be walking to the seven Grandfathers sculpture, at the spear dock.  Please use downtown street parking.  Shuttle available to the old orphanage, for those who may need it.

Wednesday, September 30, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors, Teens. Internationally acclaimed writer Charleen Hurtubise reads from her latest novel, Saoirse, which tells the story of a young woman who escapes her difficult Michigan childhood to create a new life for herself in Ireland. Saoirse is a suspenseful exploration of the intimate relationship between art and life and the lies we tell ourselves in the name of reinvention. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322.  

2375 M-553, Marquette, MI 49855 Dates: October 2, 2026 – October 4, 2026 Recurrence: Recurring daily VISIT WEBSITE More information DESCRIPTION Enduro is the ultimate mountain bike race. Starts with a casual climb to the top with your buddies, and a timed run on the way down. There will be several stages of ranging difficulty and length in which you can test your skills. The lowest combined time of these mostly downhill stages wins! There will be a set time in which you must complete all of the stages. Bring everything you would on a normal trail ride lasting a

Join us for the Biggest Dog Party of the Year! The Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter’s 21st Annual Strut Your Mutt fundraiser will be held Saturday, October 3rd at Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with the walk at 10 a.m.   There will be refreshments for people and pets, dog contests, and prizes for the top three fundraisers in adult and youth categories. Doggie contests with prizes for the pooches, including a costume contest and pet tricks! Have fun visiting with all the dogs! Every registered walker gets a goodie bag and a Strut