Central UP Events

Phil Lynch Songs to Bring Us Together Concert  Wednesday, May 14, 2025. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly.  Mental wellness meets musical wellness.  Join celebrated singer/song writer/pianist Phil Lynch for an evening of life-affirming music featuring originals and covers of classics like “All You Need is Love” and “You’ve Got a Friend.”  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Join us for a challenging group hike on Thursday, May 15! Come hike with us across rock outcroppings with incredible vistas, through beautiful mixed pine forests, and up the backside of Sugarloaf Mountain. The hike begins at the original (paved) Sugarloaf parking lot and heads to Wetmore Pond by hiking across the Sugar Cube, a rugged series of rock formations similar to the top of Hogback. It then follows the North Country Trail over several small outcroppings before taking the NCT spur going up the back side of Sugarloaf and then to the top of the mountain. Returning by popular request,

Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will present Six Men Dressed Like Joseph Stalin by Dianne Nora, winner of the Panowski Playwriting Award. With the former USSR as its backdrop, the dark comedy revolves around two men—loosely inspired by real figures—who bear such a strong resemblance to Stalin that they are forced into dangerous service as political decoys to thwart his enemies and alleviate fears for his safety. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 pm. Thursday, May 15, through Saturday, May 17, in NMU’s Panowski Black Box Theatre. According to her website, Nora has assisted her mentor, the playwright and actor Tracy Letts, on

  Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will present Six Men Dressed Like Joseph Stalin by Dianne Nora, winner of the Panowski Playwriting Award. With the former USSR as its backdrop, the dark comedy revolves around two men—loosely inspired by real figures—who bear such a strong resemblance to Stalin that they are forced into dangerous service as political decoys to thwart his enemies and alleviate fears for his safety. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 pm. Thursday, May 15, through Saturday, May 17, in NMU’s Panowski Black Box Theatre. According to her website, Nora has assisted her mentor, the playwright and actor Tracy Letts,

What makes The Big Bay Relay different from any other relay? It is the Upper Peninsula’s most esteemed and historic race relay event. Join the Noquemanon Trail Network in celebrating the 47 th annual Big Bay Relay kicking off at the Kaufman Sports Complex Saturday, May 17 th 2025! The relay welcomes runners of all levels and we cannot wait to see what creative team names our runners come up with for the 2025 race! Teams are composed of five runners for adults and up to seven for youth teams. The relay spans the twenty-six mile stretch of Marquette’s historic

Downtown Farmers Market Saturdays, May 17, 9 am – 1 pm Returning this month, the Downtown Marquette Farmers Market kicks off its 2025 season where it will offer fresh produce, meat, art, and much more to the 2,000+ visitors this weekly event brings to the downtown. Reminder that the Wednesday Night Market will be returning to the 100 block of W. Washington in June.

Community Garden Volunteer Day Partridge Creek Farm is calling on community members to help with a major revitalization of its Community Garden located in downtown Ishpeming. The event includes essential site prep and upgrades to benefit local families who grow their own food in the garden. Learn more at PartridgeCreekFarm.org/events. When: Saturday, May 17, 2025 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Volunteers are welcome to join and leave as needed, they are not required to stay for the entirety of the volunteer day. Where: Partridge Creek Community Garden 301 E Euclid St, Ishpeming, MI Who: Volunteers ages 16+ welcome to join No experience

  Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will present Six Men Dressed Like Joseph Stalin by Dianne Nora, winner of the Panowski Playwriting Award. With the former USSR as its backdrop, the dark comedy revolves around two men—loosely inspired by real figures—who bear such a strong resemblance to Stalin that they are forced into dangerous service as political decoys to thwart his enemies and alleviate fears for his safety. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 pm. Thursday, May 15, through Saturday, May 17, in NMU’s Panowski Black Box Theatre. According to her website, Nora has assisted her mentor, the playwright and actor Tracy Letts,

On May 18, 1675, the missionary and explorer Jacques Marquette passed away along the shores of Lake Michigan on his way back to the mission he founded in St. Ignace. To commemorate the 350th anniversary of his death, but more importantly his life and legacy, the Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center at Northern Michigan University is hosting a “Father Marquette 350th Commemoration” on Monday, May 19, in 1100 Jamrich Hall. The event will feature full day of presentations, films and round tables about Marquette, the Jesuit Missionaries of the region and their legacy on our region today. It is free and