Central UP Events

Tuesdays, June (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2026.  6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Fridays, June (5, 12, 26) 2026.  Noon – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.  Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two in-person mindfulness meditation programs each week this summer. 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.  

Friday, June 5th,  7:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m.  The Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum  Join us for the coziest night out! The Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum is throwing a pajama party! Friday, June 5th, 7:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. Wear your comfiest PJs and join us for games, music, drinks, and snacks. *Must be 21 plus to attend. Tickets available online and at the door. https://upchildrensmuseum.org/shop/Tickets-c192286491     

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

Saturday, June 6, 2026.  Show 1: 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. |  Show 2: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room and Youth Services Room.  Summer Reading 2026 “Unearth A Story” kicks off with a truly special show from the Bright Star Theatre – Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Show! Kids will get to take an unforgettable field trip through time during this action-packed adventure featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets that will stomp, roar and charm their way into every heart. The show is best for kids PreK-5 th grade; kids of all ages are welcome.

Saturday, June 6, 2026.  10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.  Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room.  Join mindfulness meditation and yoga teachers as we discuss various topics related to mindful living. Each month, 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

Saturday, June 6, 2026.  10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Lower-Level Lobby. Register online for Teens Read! Summer Reading program and stop by to pick a prize and grab your Teens Read! Card. If you miss kickoff, teens can register online for summer reading at any time, then stop by the Teen Zone desk to grab a reading log.  For youth entering grades 6-12.  No admission charge.  For more information or to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email apierce@pwpl.info or visit pwpl.info.  

Saturday, June 6, 2026.  Show 1: 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. |  Show 2: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room and Youth Services Room.  Summer Reading 2026 “Unearth A Story” kicks off with a truly special show from the Bright Star Theatre – Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Show! Kids will get to take an unforgettable field trip through time during this action-packed adventure featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets that will stomp, roar and charm their way into every heart. The show is best for kids PreK-5 th grade; kids of all ages are welcome.

Monday, June 8, 2026.  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. Bring your dinner, sit down, and enjoy this Oscar-winning Best Picture in celebration of Pride Month and Juneteenth. A young, African American man, struggling with his identity and sexuality, comes of age in this compelling drama. Rated R. No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library (ICPL) is excited to announce that their annual Summer Reading Program is set to begin on June 9th! This year’s summer reading theme is “Unearth A Story.” ICPL’s Summer Reading Program is open to all ages—babies through adults are welcome to participate in the fun! Individuals can pre-register for the challenge online by downloading the Beanstack app or visiting ishpeminglibrary.beanstack.org. Participants are entered for prizes by logging their reading, writing reviews, and attending library programs. This year we are having an entire week dedicated to our Summer Reading Kick-Off! Between Tuesday, June 9th and Saturday,

Tuesdays June (9, 16, 23, 30), 2026.  9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Ohio St. (Williams) Park. Families and youth, join us outdoors for Park Storytime! Books, songs, action songs, bubbles & parachute play, and more! Rain Location-Peter White Public Library Community Room. 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.