Central UP Events

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

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

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

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.  

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

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.  

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.  

Tuesday, September (1, 8, 15 & 22), 2026 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Local History Research Room, Peter White Public Library.  Need help with the settings on your phone or iPad? Want to download travel apps before you leave town? Need help utilizing the library’s Memory Lab or navigating Libby? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want, with the help of Christine Ault, retired teacher and coach, Tuesday mornings from 10 AM – 3 PM  in the Local History Research Room of the Peter White Public Library. Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule