Central UP Events

Press Release Negaunee Ice Arena Tours City Manager Nate Heffron is announcing two tours of the Negaunee Ice Area for both the public and media to attend. The purpose of the tours will be to reveal designs for the proposed ice arena overhaul, which is needed to keep the facility operational to facilitate updates and repairs. Additionally, those that attend the tours will learn firsthand what is proposed, why, and be able to ask questions concerning the project. The tour will be offered twice on March 25th. The first tour will start at 3:00 p.m. and the second will commence

Wednesday, March 25, 2026.  4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  We have partnered with Iron Golem Games to bring Dungeon and Dragons to the PWPL. Jordan, from Iron Golem Games and local DM’s, will lead groups of teens on an epic quest with this role-playing game. For students in grades 6-12. Registration is required; no admission charge. For more information and to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info or visit pwpl.info.  

Wednesday March 25, 2026.  Family Day 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Family Night 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Youth Services Room.  Families with youth of all ages, welcome to our brand-new monthly family themed drop-in library days! This month it’s all about animals! There will be animal-themed stations with activities for kids of varying ages and families to interact with and explore together. 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

Wednesdays 5:30-6:45 p.m. Negaunee Public Library’s own Leo Siren will conduct writing workshops from 5:30-6:45 p.m. Wednesdays, in the library’s Reading Room. Aspiring writers ages 13 years and up are invited to learn about the craft of story writing from Siren, who has more than 20 years of writing experience. Participants can work on current projects, find inspiration at the workshop, and critique each other’s works in a friendly environment. 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.  

Wednesday, March 25, 2026.  5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors. Taproot Law attorney Erica Payne leads this workshop designed to help individuals managing the finances or assets of family and friends. This program provides legal guidance, checklists, and strategies for fiduciaries, focusing on obligations and necessary information while the person is still competent. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Frank Wardynski, MSU Extension Educator, will be conducting a Cow Calf Meeting in Chatham at the Michigan State University Research and Extension Center, on Wednesday March 25, 2026 at 6:00 pm EST MSU Extension’s winter cow-calf meetings provide a forum for producers to stay informed on management, markets, and emerging issues that can impact profitability and long-term operational success. Merck Animal Health will be sponsoring the meetings, providing pizza and soft drinks. Topics will include the beef market outlook, protecting cattle prices with the Livestock Risk Protection program, the Effects of Maternal Bovine Appeasing Substance, and genetic selection for carcass

Thursday, March 26, 2026.  All day.  Drop in anytime and join the fun! We will have a selection of card games for patrons to play. Games will be out in the Huron Mountain Gallery and the second floor for all. Youth Services will have games out for youth. Enjoy free coffee and hot tea throughout the day. Bring your friends or make some new ones!! No registration or admission charge. For more information, call 906-226-4321 or email apierce@pwpl.info.

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

Thursdays, March (5, 26), 2026.  4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace.  Youth of all ages who are interested in Pokémon card trading and gaming are invited to our new monthly Pokémon Trading & Gaming Sessions. Kids who attend will be able to trade & play the card game with other kids. Please note that staff do not know how to play the game, so it is not guaranteed that gaming will always happen. If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Kids will also be able to spend time

UP BOAT, SPORT, AND RV SHOW 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855   Phone: (906) 202-0899   Dates: March 27, 2026 – March 29, 2026   Recurrence: Recurring daily   DESCRIPTION Come and visit the largest display of recreational vehicles in Northern Michigan! Vendors from across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota will all be under one roof at the NMU Superior Dome. There will be a trout pond for the kids, RV’s, boats, kayaks, bikes, and much more to explore to get you ready for summer recreation!  Check out the full list of this year’s vendors!     This three day