Central UP Events

Fridays, January (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2026.  Noon – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room.  In partnership with several area organizations, this hour-long event offers a safe space to pause, reflect, and build meaningful connections with others who are committed to cultivating kindness in our world. Each week, a different organization takes the lead, with experienced educators and leaders facilitating. This rotating format ensures diverse perspectives and practices while maintaining a shared commitment to the Charter for Compassion and the Circle of Trust principles. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call

Friday, January 9, 2026.  12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors. In honor of Martin Luther King Day, PWPL screens this riveting documentary about a forgotten pioneer of the Civil Rights Movement, Dorothy Foreman Cotton, the only woman on Dr. King’s executive staff. Not Rated. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

The Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter is excited to announce Raise the Woof, a comedy night fundraiser to support homeless pets in the community. Taking place on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Up North Lodge & Banquet Center in Gwinn, the event promises a night of laughter and fun for a great cause. – Date: Friday, January 9, 2026 – Location: Up North Lodge & Banquet Center, Gwinn, MI – Time: Doors open at 7:00pm, Show starts at 8:00pm – Tickets: $35.00 in advance, $50.00 for two; $250.00 for a table of eight with pizza. Tickets can be purchased online

150 West Johnson Lake Road, Gwinn, MI 49841   Dates: January 3, 2026 – March 14, 2026   Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday   Get Ready For This Winter’s Biggest Adrenaline Rush: The Upper Michigan Ice Races   Are you ready to take your thrill-seeking to the next level? Join the Upper Michigan Ice Racing Association for an action-packed series of Weekly Ice Races held on Saturdays, where dirt bikes and quads tear up the ice in a battle of speed, skill, and sheer power!   The Upper Michigan Ice Races are open to the public for spectating or bring

Saturday, January 10, 2026.  11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery.  Toss it? No way! The Repair Café is back thanks to a partnership with the Marquette Sustainability Coalition. Bring in broken household goods such as appliances, clothing, or bikes and skilled fixers will assist you in repairing them. This is a great way to save money, learn valuable repair skills, and reduce your environmental impact. No admission charge. For further information, please contact mqtsustainability@gmail.com or call 906-226-4311  

Tuesdays and Thursdays, January (6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22), 2026.  10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.  Need help with the settings on your phone? Want to download the downtown parking app? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want them to with the help of Christine Ault, retired teacher and librarian. Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule your 30-minute session. Please charge your electronic device before each session, and bring passwords with you. No fees.

Tuesdays, January (6, 13, 20, 27) 2026.  6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.  Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer a weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation program. The sessions begin at 6:00 pm followed by a period of fellowship. Dr. Debra Smith, a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and psychologist, will deliver brief talks exploring various aspects of meditation and its impact on our lives. These talks will take place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, while longer meditation sessions are scheduled for the remaining Tuesdays. All individuals, regardless of skill level or spiritual affiliation, are

Business After Hours 906 Adventure Team Ore Dock Brewing Co. 114 W Spring St., Marquette, MI Wednesday, January 14 | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Join 906 Adventure Team for Business After Hours on Wednesday, January 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewing Company.   Door prizes will include some great swag from 906 Adventure team. This casual networking event offers a fantastic opportunity to: Make valuable business connections Engage with the community Spend quality time with colleagues This is a casual networking opportunity that’s held at some of Marquette County’s most interesting locations and businesses.

Business After Hours  906 Adventure Team  Ore Dock Brewing Co.  114 W Spring St., Marquette, MI  Wednesday, January 14 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.  Join 906 Adventure Team for Business After Hours on Wednesday, January 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Ore Dock Brewing Company.   Door prizes will include some great swag from 906 Adventure team. This casual networking event offers a fantastic opportunity to:  Make valuable business connections  Engage with the community  Spend quality time with colleagues   This is a casual networking opportunity that’s held at some of Marquette County’s most interesting locations and businesses.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, January (6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22), 2026.  10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.  Need help with the settings on your phone? Want to download the downtown parking app? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want them to with the help of Christine Ault, retired teacher and librarian. Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule your 30-minute session. Please charge your electronic device before each session, and bring passwords with you. No fees.