Keep It In The UP!

PWPL Presents: Spring Break: April Showers Bring Rain Flowers
2026-04-01 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
For families with youth of all ages. Make and take home rain sticks and tissue paper flowers! Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

Fire Site Storytelling Series at NMU
2026-04-02 01:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-16 13:00 - 14:00 | CNAS Fire Site Pavilion, N 7th St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Thursdays: March 19; and April 2, 9, 16 and 19.
1-2 p.m
CNAS Fire Site Pavilion
The NMU Center for Native American Studies (CNAS) is hosting its Fire Site Storytelling Series on select Thursdays in March and April. These events are free and open to the public.
This series features Anishinaabe winter storytelling, oral traditions and community discussion, supported and facilitated by the CNAS director, faculty and staff.
Remaining Fire Site Storytelling events will take place from 1-2 p.m. on the following Thursdays: March 19; and April 2, 9, 16 and 19. They will be held at the CNAS Fire Site Pavillion located between Whitman Hall and The Science Building, along Norway Avenue. If weather temperatures are too cold for safety, Whitman Commons will be used as the alternative indoor location.
Stay updated about guest storytellers and culture bearers by following the Center for Native American Studies on social media: @cnas_nmu.

PWPL Presents: Spring Break Family Storytime
2026-04-02 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursday, April 2, 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Join Ms. Holli for a special family storytime during MAPS spring break! Families with children of all ages will enjoy this storytime with interactive stories, songs, and more. There will be a springtime dot painting craft available following storytime. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PSA - Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop
2026-04-02 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-04-09 13:30 - 15:00, 2026-04-16 13:30 - 15:00
Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week online workshop, designed for the non-professional, informal family caregiver, will be held on Thursdays, March 19 through April 23, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Eastern) via Zoom.
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 sense of powerlessness which can have a significant negative impact on their physical and emotional health. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will provide caregivers tools to help reduce stress and increase relaxation, make tough decisions, reduce guilt, anger and depression, communicate effectively, set goals and problem solve, and take better care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. Caregivers will benefit from the workshop whether they are helping a parent, spouse, or friend living at home, in long-term care or across the country. The workshop focuses on self-care for the caregiver, not on specific diseases or hands-on caregiving.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is offered by Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP) in partnership with Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice. There is no charge for this workshop, but registration is required. Class size is limited. Registration ends when the class is full or on March 2.
To register, visit www.upcap.org (click on Events) or call 2-1-1 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for assistance.

PWPL Presents: Spring Break: Guided Family Painting
2026-04-02 16:30 - 19:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursday, April 2, 2026.
Session 1: 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Session 2: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Limited in-person registration opens at the Youth Services desk on Monday March 16. Register for 1 session only. For families with youth of all ages. Work together as a family to create a still-life masterpiece guided and directed by artist Miss Ella. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

The Negaunee Public Library will be CLOSED Friday, April 3, for Good Friday, and Saturday, April 4, for Easter weekend.
2026-04-03 00:00 - 2026-04-04 23:59 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States

PWPL Presents: Meditate Marquette Presents: A Year of Mindful Living
2026-04-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, April 4, 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room.
Four mindfulness meditation and yoga teachers invite you to engage in a year of mindful living. Each month, one of the teachers will present a topic that addresses the different dimensions where we can practice mindfulness and presence. The intent is for us to cultivate mindfulness, care, and well-being individually and in our love, business, and social relationships. These are drop-in sessions, although committing to a full year is a way to build a consistent mindfulness practice. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Saturday Storytime
2026-04-04 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-11 11:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturdays, April (4, 11, 18), 2026.
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 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.

PWPL Presents: Art with Ella
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, April 4, 2026.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Join NMU Art Education major Ella and create art! Kids of all ages are welcome – the techniques used will be adaptable for kids of all ages and abilities. All supplies provided, drop-in program. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: Homeschool Hangout
2026-04-06 13:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Monday, April 6
1 p.m.
In conjunction with Homeschool Hangout, the Negaunee Public Library will hold a graphic novel book club interest meeting at 1 p.m. Monday, April 6. Homeschool and nontraditionally schooled youth (such as online students) ages 10-18 are invited to attend and share ideas, decide meeting dates and times, and choose books for the group to read at this meeting. This program is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: Readers Dozen Book Challenge
2026-04-07 17:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
April 7
5 p.m.
As part of the Negaunee Public Library’s “Readers Dozen Book Challenge,” the library is hosting an optional book club for all participants at 5 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month. The April meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 7, in the youth area. Participants are welcome to enjoy refreshments, share what they’ve been reading, swap recommendations for the coming month, and connect with fellow readers. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: adult book club
2026-04-07 17:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Tuesday, April 7
5:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library is holding an adult book club interest meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7. Everyone is welcome to attend and share ideas, suggest times and dates to meet, and what to read. This program is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: bring your own craft night
2026-04-07 17:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Tuesday, April 7
5:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library is holding a “bring your own craft night” at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 7, where the community is welcome to bring a craft they are working on or start a new one. This is an excellent way for the community to get together, share their hobbies, and have a dedicated place and time for creative flow. This program is free and all are welcome to attend; there is no age restriction but all children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

My Amazing Cousin Ben: A Historical Presentation on our Founding Father Benjamin Franklin
2026-04-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
Wednesday, April 8, 2026,
6:30 at the Marquette Regional History Center
Join us for an hour-long, whirlwind tour on the amazing life and revolutionary genius of Benjamin Franklin. Presented by historian and music professor at NMU, Dr James A. Strain (a first cousin 12 times removed) to Benjamin Franklin! Learn dozens of well-known and little-known facts about Dr Franklin’s contributions to the independence of the United States. Dr Strain will display his collection of early U..S. and colonial flags. He will include maps and music, scientific discoveries, and writings of wisdom by which to live. So, bring your bifocals, pull up a chair next to the Franklin stove, and hold on to your kite string as a myriad of electrifying and fascinating facts about Dr Benjamin Franklin are unveiled. $5.00 suggested donation. For more info visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.

This year's Spring Lyceum will feature snowboarder, recent Olympian, and 2022 Olympics Gold Medalist, Nick Baumgartner.
2026-04-08 19:00 | Kaufman Auditorium, 611 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
This year’s Spring Lyceum will feature snowboarder, recent Olympian, and 2022 Olympics Gold Medalist, Nick Baumgartner.

There will be school performances on Tuesday 7 and Wednesday 8 April, with a community performance in Kaufman Auditorium on the evening of Wednesday 8 April at 7 p.m.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: a drop-in craft event
2026-04-09 15:30 - 17:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Thursday, April 9
3:30-5:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library will hold a drop-in craft event for kids ages 5 and up from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9. Children can stop by to create something fun to take home. Youngsters ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caring adult; older youth who are unaccompanied must be able to provide a caring adult’s phone number in case of emergency. This event is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: poetry and short story night
2026-04-09 17:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Thursday, April 9
5 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library is offering a poetry and short story night at 5 p.m. Thursday, April 9. This is a recurring event that meets on the second Thursday each month, but all are welcome to attend. Bring your own work or share a poem or story from your favorite writer or collection. This is a creative space to share the love of writing with others. This program is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: interest meeting for a language club
2026-04-09 17:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Thursday, April 9
5:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library will hold an interest meeting for a language club at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 9. All are welcome to attend and help to shape a new language learning group. This meeting is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.
Negaunee Public Library will hold a graphic novel book club interest meeting at 3 p.m. Friday, April 10. Youth ages 10-18 are invited to attend and share ideas, decide meeting dates and times, and choose books for the group to read at this meeting. This meeting is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Festival Of The Angry Bear Returns Saturday, April 11
2026-04-11 00:00 - 23:59 | Ore Dock Brewing Co., 114 W Spring St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
The “big bear” of Upper Peninsula festivals returns for its twelfth year after an extended hibernation due to the Ore Dock Brewing Company’s expansion kicking off in 2025. Ore Dock Brewing Company’s Festival of the Angry Bear is a spirited street festival that has become an annual spring tradition in downtown Marquette. Since its founding in 2014, the annual festival has grown into a weekend long celebration as thousands of enthusiastic (and often fur-clad) celebrators gather to “wake the bear” and shed their winter fur in downtown Marquette.

“We’re so excited to be waking the Bear this year,” says curated events manager, Amanda Courchaine. “With our expansion project in its final stages in Spring of 2025, we needed to focus on that. Now that things are underway in that realm, we feel ready and excited to execute the Festival of the Angry Bear and get this party going”

There is still a lot of planning to execute before any big announcements are made, but the team at the Ore Dock Brewing Company will be updating the masses as they can. So be sure to mark your calendars, make your travel plans and get ready to wake the bear on Saturday, April 11 2026!

Festival of the Angry Bear﻿
2026-04-11 15:00
Festival of the Angry Bear

Saturday, April 11, 3 pm

Marquette Symphony Orchestra
2026-04-11 19:30 | Kaufman Auditorium, 611 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Marquette Symphony Orchestra

Kaufman Auditorium

BEETHOVEN’S 5TH SYMPHONY
April 11, 2026, 7:30 PM

Revel in one of the greatest works ever composed: Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67 by Ludwig van Beethoven.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: Storytime
2026-04-13 11:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Monday, April 13
11 a.m.
Storytime at 11 a.m. Monday, April 13, at the Negaunee Public Library will feature a special guest and focus on music and movement. Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome to attend this free event. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.
The Negaunee Public Library is hosting local poets Troy Graham and Soph at 5:30 p.m. Monday, April 13. The public is invited to attend this free poetry reading. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: Storytime
2026-04-13 11:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Monday, April 13
11 a.m.
Storytime at 11 a.m. Monday, April 13, at the Negaunee Public Library will be a special Financial Literacy Month program. Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome to attend this free event. Every family in attendance will receive a free book to keep. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: monthly culture program
2026-04-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Tuesday, April 14
5-7 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library is offering a monthly culture program for older children and teens. The April program will be about Guinea, a country in West Africa, and will be held from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 14. A guest speaker will share insights about the culture and traditions of Guinea. This is an excellent opportunity for kids, ages 8 and up, and young adults to learn about cultures worldwide. The event is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: building club
2026-04-16 15:30 - 16:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Thursday, April 16
3:30-4:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library is hosting a building club. Youth ages 5 and up are welcome to participate in a weekly building club, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Kids will discuss a topic that will be the focus of their creations, and then have time to build with blocks such as LEGO bricks. Participants can have their creations displayed in the library until the following meeting. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caring adult; older youth who are unaccompanied must be able to provide a caring adult’s phone number in case of emergency. This event is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.
