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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Storytime In the Park- Ohio St. Park
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays July (7\, 14\, 21)\, 2026. 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.  \nOhio St. (Williams) Park. \nFamilies 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.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-storytime-in-the-park-ohio-st-park-6/
LOCATION:Williams Park\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: 1-ON-1 Tech Coaching for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July (7\,14\,21\,28)\, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  \nLocal History Research Room\, Peter White Public Library.  \nNeed help with the settings on your phone or iPad? Want to download travel apps before you leave town? Need help utilizing the library’s Memory Lab or navigating Libby? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want\, with the help of Christine Ault\, retired teacher and tech coach\, Tuesday mornings from 10 AM – 3 PM during June\, July and August in the Local History Research Room of the Peter White Public Library.  \nCall the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule a 30-minute session.  \nPlease charge your electronic device and have your questions prepared before each session.  \nBring your passwords and pins as needed. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-1-on-1-tech-coaching-for-seniors-10/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260714T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260714T130000
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CREATED:20260619T215103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T215103Z
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Gather2Grow: Feeding America West Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Thursdays July (2\, 7\, 9\, 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30)\, 2026.  \n11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Lower Level Lobby.  \nPWPL is once again partnering with Feeding America West Michigan in the Gather2Grow summer meals program and will serve as a pickup site for shelf stable meals. Available at no cost to all youth (18 and under) and disabled adults up to age 26.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-gather2grow-feeding-america-west-michigan-11/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260714T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260714T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T214253Z
CREATED:20260612T214253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T214253Z
UID:6332-1784048400-1784048400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:NMU Music Hosts Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Michigan University Department of Music will present a second season of Its series\, Summer Concerts at Reynolds (SCR). This year’s events will all take place at 5 p.m. in Reynolds Recital Hall on Tuesdays in July and August. Admission is free\, though donations will be gratefully accepted\, with all proceeds benefiting the department to enhance the experience for students. \nThis summer\, SCR is highlighting music department faculty members\, who are highly trained professional musicians as well as full-time educators. They will present both solo and group performances. Further details will be shared at nmu.edu/music and the department’s social media accounts. The list of concert dates and featured artists follows: \nJuly 7: Echoes of the Jazz Age: An Exploration of Early Jazz\, featuring Mark Flaherty\, Steve Riley\, Steve Grugin\, Christopher Schoelen\, Gordon Erickson and Jim Strain \nJuly 14: Fiddle & Folk Tunes\, featuring Barbara Rhyneer and other talented community musicians \nJuly 21: World premiere of The Boy\, The Mole\, The Fox and The Horse\, featuring Patrick Booth \nJuly 28: Romanza: A Classical Guitar Recital\, featuring Christopher Schoelen \nAug. 4: Fluxus\, Improvisation & Audience Participation\, featuring Patrick Booth and Keri Lee Pierson \nAug. 11: The Complete 24 Italian Songs & Arias: Part 1\, featuring Theresa Camilli\, Keri Lee Pierson and  Stephanie Beinlich \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/nmu-music-hosts-summer-concert-series-2/
LOCATION:NMU Reynolds Recital Hall\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260714T190000
DTSTAMP:20260626T200121Z
CREATED:20260626T200121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T200121Z
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, July (7\, 14\, 21\, 28) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nFridays\, July (3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly\, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. 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.  \nFor further information\, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-drop-in-meditation-with-meditate-marquette-10/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260822T235959
DTSTAMP:20260626T205453Z
CREATED:20260626T205453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T205453Z
UID:6498-1784073600-1787443199@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Emberlight Festival Emberlight Photographers Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:July 15 – August 22 \nHistoric Depot Museum \n150 N Lowell St. Ironwood\, MI 49938 \n  \nFree event \n  \nThis annual exhibition transforms moments both grand and intimate into works of visual storytelling. Featuring the work of Emberlight’s acclaimed photography team and guest artists\, these images form a vivid portrait not only of a region\, but of the artists who continue to interpret it through their own unique lenses. \n  \nhttps://emberlight.org/event/emberlight-photographers-2026/ \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/emberlight-festival-emberlight-photographers-exhibition/
LOCATION:Historic Depot Museum\, 150 N Lowell St.\, Ironwood\, MI\, 49938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260715T160000
DTSTAMP:20260626T205335Z
CREATED:20260626T205335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T205335Z
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SUMMARY:Emberlight Festival Emberlight Photographers Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 15 at 4:00 pm CDT \nHistoric Depot Museum \n150 N Lowell St. Ironwood\, MI 49938 \n  \nFree event \n  \nJoin us on Wednesday\, July 15 at 4:00 pm at the Historic Depot Museum for the opening reception of Emberlight Photographers 2026 – an evening celebrating the artists\, images\, and visual storytelling that have become one of the festival’s signature traditions. Throughout the evening\, guests can meet the photographers\, hear the stories behind the images\, and explore the exhibition as Festival Ironwood officially comes to life across downtown Ironwood. \n  \nhttps://emberlight.org/event/emberlight-photographers-grand-opening-2026/ \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/emberlight-festival-emberlight-photographers-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Historic Depot Museum\, 150 N Lowell St.\, Ironwood\, MI\, 49938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260715T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T222945Z
CREATED:20260508T222945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T222945Z
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SUMMARY:The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Historic Marquette Bus Tours 2026
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax\, meet a few entertaining historic characters\, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new\, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC.  \nTickets are $25\, and on sale now!  \nAdvanced purchase is recommended.  \nThese tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org. \n  \nEight total tours in July and August. \nJuly Bus Tours: \n6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15\, 22\, 29   \n1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & 28 \n  \nAugust Historic Marquette Bus Tours: \n1:00 p.m. Tuesday: August 4 & 11  \n6:00 p.m. Wednesday: August 5
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-marquette-regional-history-center-presents-historic-marquette-bus-tours-2026/
LOCATION:Marquette Regional History Center\, 145 W. Spring Street\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260715T193000
DTSTAMP:20260626T195650Z
CREATED:20260626T195650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T195650Z
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Concert on the Steps
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, July (8\, 15\, 22\, 29)\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Front Street Steps.  \nTeens\, Family\, Adults\, Seniors. Dust off your lawn chairs and unpack your picnic blankets–Concert on the Steps is back! This summer\, enjoy an all-star lineup of incredible performances right on the library historical steps. Concerts run 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Front Street Steps. Inclement weather location is the Community Room.  \nVisit pwpl.info for the updated weather location! \n\n Wednesday\, July 8: Finding Feathers (formerly Seth Brown Duo)\n Wednesday\, July 15: Bluegrass Throwdown\n Wednesday\, July 22: Ramble Tamble\n Wednesday\, July 29: Copy That\n\n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-concert-on-the-steps-5/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T215205Z
CREATED:20260619T215205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T215205Z
UID:6366-1784201400-1784206800@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Gather2Grow: Feeding America West Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Thursdays July (2\, 7\, 9\, 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30)\, 2026.  \n11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Lower Level Lobby.  \nPWPL is once again partnering with Feeding America West Michigan in the Gather2Grow summer meals program and will serve as a pickup site for shelf stable meals. Available at no cost to all youth (18 and under) and disabled adults up to age 26.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-gather2grow-feeding-america-west-michigan-12/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260716T180000
DTSTAMP:20260102T213058Z
CREATED:20260102T213020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T213058Z
UID:4336-1784224800-1784224800@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Music on Third
DESCRIPTION:Music on Third \n\nThursdays\, July 16\, Aug. 20\, Sept. 17\, 6 – 9 pm
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/music-on-third-thursdays-july-16/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260717T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260626T200525Z
CREATED:20260626T200525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T200525Z
UID:6435-1784289600-1784293200@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, July (7\, 14\, 21\, 28) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nFridays\, July (3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly\, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. 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.  \nFor further information\, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-drop-in-meditation-with-meditate-marquette-15/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260102T210642Z
CREATED:20260102T210634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T210642Z
UID:4273-1784365200-1784379600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Morning Farmers Market \n\nSaturdays\, May 16 – Nov.\, 9 am – 1 pm
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/4273/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260719T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260929T235959
DTSTAMP:20260529T213853Z
CREATED:20260529T213853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T213853Z
UID:6123-1784419200-1790726399@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership to Host Delegation from Higashiomi Japan
DESCRIPTION:The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership is proud to announce the 2026 incoming delegation from our sister city Higashiomi\, Japan\, celebrating our 47th year of sister city relations. A delegation of seven Higashiomi citizens will arrive in Marquette on July 19 and depart on July 29\, 2026\, \nOur seven delegates are the Deputy Mayor\, a Higashiomi City Council member\, Higashiomi City Staff\, members of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry\, Higashiomi International Exchange Association\, and Higashiomi citizens. The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership Committee is proud to host the events for the Sister City delegation. The Japanese delegation is led by Higashiomi Deputy Mayor Namikawa. Host families are needed to host our seven delegates. Delegates will be in the Marquette Area for 11 days and 10 nights.   \nDelegation visits include two host family days and seven community days provided by the Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership.    \nFor an application form or for more information\, visit http://www.mqtsistercity.org/\, contact the Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership at contact@mqtsistercity.org\, or contact Board Members Bill Brazier at (906) 869-4859 or Collin Banger at (616) 368-2624.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-area-sister-cities-partnership-to-host-delegation-from-higashiomi-japan/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T100000
DTSTAMP:20260626T201835Z
CREATED:20260626T201835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T201835Z
UID:6461-1784626200-1784628000@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Storytime In the Park- Ohio St. Park
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays July (7\, 14\, 21)\, 2026. 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.  \nOhio St. (Williams) Park. \nFamilies 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.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-storytime-in-the-park-ohio-st-park-7/
LOCATION:Williams Park\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T150000
DTSTAMP:20260626T201348Z
CREATED:20260626T201348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T201348Z
UID:6453-1784628000-1784646000@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: 1-ON-1 Tech Coaching for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July (7\,14\,21\,28)\, 2026 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  \nLocal History Research Room\, Peter White Public Library.  \nNeed help with the settings on your phone or iPad? Want to download travel apps before you leave town? Need help utilizing the library’s Memory Lab or navigating Libby? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want\, with the help of Christine Ault\, retired teacher and tech coach\, Tuesday mornings from 10 AM – 3 PM during June\, July and August in the Local History Research Room of the Peter White Public Library.  \nCall the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule a 30-minute session.  \nPlease charge your electronic device and have your questions prepared before each session.  \nBring your passwords and pins as needed. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-1-on-1-tech-coaching-for-seniors-11/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T215253Z
CREATED:20260619T215253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T215253Z
UID:6368-1784633400-1784638800@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Gather2Grow: Feeding America West Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Thursdays July (2\, 7\, 9\, 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30)\, 2026.  \n11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Lower Level Lobby.  \nPWPL is once again partnering with Feeding America West Michigan in the Gather2Grow summer meals program and will serve as a pickup site for shelf stable meals. Available at no cost to all youth (18 and under) and disabled adults up to age 26.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-gather2grow-feeding-america-west-michigan-13/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T143000
DTSTAMP:20260508T223256Z
CREATED:20260508T223256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T223256Z
UID:5823-1784638800-1784644200@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Historic Marquette Bus Tours 2026
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax\, meet a few entertaining historic characters\, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new\, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC.  \nTickets are $25\, and on sale now!  \nAdvanced purchase is recommended.  \nThese tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org. \n  \nEight total tours in July and August. \nJuly Bus Tours: \n6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15\, 22\, 29   \n1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & 28 \n  \nAugust Historic Marquette Bus Tours: \n1:00 p.m. Tuesday: August 4 & 11  \n6:00 p.m. Wednesday: August 5
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-marquette-regional-history-center-presents-historic-marquette-bus-tours-2026-4/
LOCATION:Marquette Regional History Center\, 145 W. Spring Street\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260612T214340Z
CREATED:20260612T214340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T214340Z
UID:6334-1784653200-1784653200@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:NMU Music Hosts Summer Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Michigan University Department of Music will present a second season of Its series\, Summer Concerts at Reynolds (SCR). This year’s events will all take place at 5 p.m. in Reynolds Recital Hall on Tuesdays in July and August. Admission is free\, though donations will be gratefully accepted\, with all proceeds benefiting the department to enhance the experience for students. \nThis summer\, SCR is highlighting music department faculty members\, who are highly trained professional musicians as well as full-time educators. They will present both solo and group performances. Further details will be shared at nmu.edu/music and the department’s social media accounts. The list of concert dates and featured artists follows: \nJuly 7: Echoes of the Jazz Age: An Exploration of Early Jazz\, featuring Mark Flaherty\, Steve Riley\, Steve Grugin\, Christopher Schoelen\, Gordon Erickson and Jim Strain \nJuly 14: Fiddle & Folk Tunes\, featuring Barbara Rhyneer and other talented community musicians \nJuly 21: World premiere of The Boy\, The Mole\, The Fox and The Horse\, featuring Patrick Booth \nJuly 28: Romanza: A Classical Guitar Recital\, featuring Christopher Schoelen \nAug. 4: Fluxus\, Improvisation & Audience Participation\, featuring Patrick Booth and Keri Lee Pierson \nAug. 11: The Complete 24 Italian Songs & Arias: Part 1\, featuring Theresa Camilli\, Keri Lee Pierson and  Stephanie Beinlich \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/nmu-music-hosts-summer-concert-series-3/
LOCATION:NMU Reynolds Recital Hall\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260626T200216Z
CREATED:20260626T200216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T200216Z
UID:6427-1784656800-1784660400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, July (7\, 14\, 21\, 28) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nFridays\, July (3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly\, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. 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.  \nFor further information\, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-drop-in-meditation-with-meditate-marquette-11/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260722T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260102T212549Z
CREATED:20260102T212549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T212549Z
UID:4324-1784739600-1784750400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Night Farmers Market \n\nWednesdays\, June – August\, 5 – 8 pm
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/wednesday-night-farmers-market-8/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260722T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260722T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T223106Z
CREATED:20260508T223106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T223106Z
UID:5819-1784743200-1784748600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Historic Marquette Bus Tours 2026
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax\, meet a few entertaining historic characters\, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new\, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC.  \nTickets are $25\, and on sale now!  \nAdvanced purchase is recommended.  \nThese tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org. \n  \nEight total tours in July and August. \nJuly Bus Tours: \n6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15\, 22\, 29   \n1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & 28 \n  \nAugust Historic Marquette Bus Tours: \n1:00 p.m. Tuesday: August 4 & 11  \n6:00 p.m. Wednesday: August 5
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-marquette-regional-history-center-presents-historic-marquette-bus-tours-2026-2/
LOCATION:Marquette Regional History Center\, 145 W. Spring Street\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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UID:6417-1784745000-1784748600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Concert on the Steps
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, July (8\, 15\, 22\, 29)\, 2026\, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Front Street Steps.  \nTeens\, Family\, Adults\, Seniors. Dust off your lawn chairs and unpack your picnic blankets–Concert on the Steps is back! This summer\, enjoy an all-star lineup of incredible performances right on the library historical steps. Concerts run 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Front Street Steps. Inclement weather location is the Community Room.  \nVisit pwpl.info for the updated weather location! \n\n Wednesday\, July 8: Finding Feathers (formerly Seth Brown Duo)\n Wednesday\, July 15: Bluegrass Throwdown\n Wednesday\, July 22: Ramble Tamble\n Wednesday\, July 29: Copy That\n\n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-concert-on-the-steps-6/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T215352Z
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UID:6370-1784806200-1784811600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Gather2Grow: Feeding America West Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Thursdays July (2\, 7\, 9\, 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30)\, 2026.  \n11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Lower Level Lobby.  \nPWPL is once again partnering with Feeding America West Michigan in the Gather2Grow summer meals program and will serve as a pickup site for shelf stable meals. Available at no cost to all youth (18 and under) and disabled adults up to age 26.  \nNo admission charge.  \nFor more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-gather2grow-feeding-america-west-michigan-14/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260724T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260626T200621Z
CREATED:20260626T200621Z
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UID:6437-1784894400-1784898000@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, July (7\, 14\, 21\, 28) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nFridays\, July (3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly\, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. 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.  \nFor further information\, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-drop-in-meditation-with-meditate-marquette-16/
LOCATION:pwpl\, 217 N Front St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260725T235959
DTSTAMP:20260612T212910Z
CREATED:20260612T212910Z
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UID:6317-1784937600-1785023999@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Annual Italian Fest Returns to Ishpeming
DESCRIPTION:ISHPEMING\, Mich. – The St. Rocco-St. Anthony Society of Ishpeming will host its 126th annual Italian Fest on Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\, at the Al Quaal Recreation Area in Ishpeming. The event is free and open to the public.  \nFestivities begin at noon and will feature a full day of Italian heritage\, family entertainment\, food\, music\, and community activities. Guests can enjoy traditional Italian and American cuisine\, games of chance\, ring toss\, balloon darts\, bingo\, a giant glide slide\, and a bounce house for children. \nOne of the festival’s longstanding traditions\, the Greased Pole competition\, will return with participants competing for a $100 prize. \nEvent Schedule\n Noon – Festivities Begin \n1:30 p.m. – Children’s Games Begin (Sawdust pile\, sack races\, egg toss\, and more)  \n 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Live Music by Soundz of Time  \n 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. – Performance by the Blue Notes Drum Line  \n 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. – Live Music by Diamanti  \nItalian Fest remains one of the Upper Peninsula’s longstanding summer traditions\, bringing together families\, residents\, and visitors to celebrate the rich Italian heritage that helped shape the Ishpeming community. For additional event information\, visit ishpemingitalianfest.com. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/annual-italian-fest-returns-to-ishpeming/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260725T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260726T235959
DTSTAMP:20260102T213737Z
CREATED:20260102T213737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T213737Z
UID:4355-1784937600-1785110399@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Art on the Rocks
DESCRIPTION:Art on the Rocks \n\nSaturday – Sunday\, July 25 – 26
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/art-on-the-rocks-3/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260725T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260102T210726Z
CREATED:20260102T210726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T210726Z
UID:4276-1784970000-1784984400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Morning Farmers Market \n\nSaturdays\, May 16 – Nov.\, 9 am – 1 pm
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/saturday-morning-farmers-market-10/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260725T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260725T183000
DTSTAMP:20260612T134314Z
CREATED:20260612T134314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T134314Z
UID:6271-1784980800-1785004200@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:126th Annual Italian Fest
DESCRIPTION:The St. Rocco–St. Anthony Society of Ishpeming will host its 126th annual Italian Fest on Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\, at the Al Quaal Recreation Area in Ishpeming. The event is free and open to the public. \n  \nFestivities begin at noon and will feature a full day of Italian heritage\, family entertainment\, food\, music\, and community activities. Guests can enjoy traditional Italian and American cuisine\, games of chance\, ring toss\, balloon darts\, bingo\, a giant glide slide\, and a bounce house for children. \n  \nOne of the festival’s longstanding traditions\, the Greased Pole competition\, will return with participants competing for a $100 prize. \n  \nEvent Schedule \nNoon — Festivities Begin \n1:30 p.m. — Children’s Games Begin (Sawdust pile\, sack races\, egg toss\, and more) \n2:00 – 4:00 p.m. — Live Music by Soundz of Time \n4:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Performance by the Blue Notes Drum Line \n4:30 – 6:30 p.m. — Live Music by Diamanti \n  \nItalian Fest remains one of the Upper Peninsula’s longstanding summer traditions\, bringing together families\, residents\, and visitors to celebrate the rich Italian heritage that helped shape the Ishpeming community. For additional event information\, visit ishpemingitalianfest.com.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/126th-annual-italian-fest/
LOCATION:Al Quaal Recreation Area\, 501 Poplar Street\, Ishpeming\, Michigan\, 49849
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260725T130000
DTSTAMP:20260626T210422Z
CREATED:20260626T210422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T210422Z
UID:6512-1784984400-1784984400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Emberlight Festival Jeff Walker\, Blacksmith (Performance Infusion)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 25 at 1:00 pm CDT \nMiners Memorial Heritage Park \n771 E Ayer St. Ironwood\, MI 49938 \n  \nFree event \n  \nJeff Walker learned the art of blacksmithing twenty years ago in his home state of South Dakota. As a member of the Dakota Artists-Blacksmiths’ Association\, he is passionate about preserving blacksmithing in the modern world. Now transplanted to Northern Wisconsin\, he travels with a trailer full of tools\, portable forges\, and homemade charcoal\, and showcases his blacksmithing wherever there are people curious about this ancient craft. \n  \nhttps://emberlight.org/event/jeff-walker-blacksmith/ \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/emberlight-festival-jeff-walker-blacksmith-performance-infusion/
LOCATION:Miners Memorial Heritage Park\, 771 E Ayer St.\, Ironwood\, MI\, 49938\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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