The Marquette County Board of Commissioners will meet in Special Session on Tuesday December 30th at 11:00 Am. To be held in county commissioner room 231 at the Marquette County courthouse. Special Meeting 12.30.2025 SP Meeting Notice – 12.30.25
Tuesdays, December (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2025. 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,
Ring in the New Year in Downtown Marquette at the annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop. With the 100 block of Washington closed down for the event and hundreds in attendance, there’s no better way to celebrate the end of one year and the beginning of the next!
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
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 3, 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
Join Kendricks Bordeau, P.C. and Range Bank for an essential session on business succession planning. Discover when to start planning, explore financial tools tailored to your needs, and learn strategies for passing your business to the next generation. Our experts will show you how to maximize your business’s value, ensuring a smooth, successful transition and a lasting legacy. Speakers: Laura Reilly, Attorney & Shareholder, Kendricks Bordeau, P.C. Amanda Knaffla, J.D.,CFP®,CTFA, J.D., CFP®, CTFA, Chief Trust & Wealth Management Officer, Range Bank Alex Roy, VP Business Banking Officer, Range Bank Location: Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, MI Date:
Monday, January 5, 2026, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. Join fiber artist Lydia Taylor for a Beginner Punch Needle Workshop. Learn basic punch needle skills and leave with your very own handmade punch needle project. Starter kits provided. Space is limited to ten participants, so register early. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.
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