The Marquette Regional History Center presents the Special Exhibit: The U.P. Through 250 Artifacts
2026-02-23 00:00 - 2027-01-02 23:59 UTC | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
February 23, 2026-January 2, 2027
This exhibit showcases two hundred and fifty artifacts, photographs, and documents from our permanent collections. These objects connect local history to the national story while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has often seemed remote from the rest of the country. However, the themes and movements of U.S. history can be seen here as well, especially since the War of 1812. When the country braced for the Civil War, U.P. iron miners raced to uncover iron for the Union army’s railroads and ammunitions. When labor movements exploded following World War II, Ishpeming’s Gossard garment factory went on strike for better wages. Objects rarely on display include the medal awarded to a local Spanish American War nurse and a hand sewn battle flag brought home by a soldier from the War of 1812. Visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571 for more info.

Market Season is Here
2026-05-16 00:00 - 2026-11-21 23:59 | Marquette Commons, 112 S. Third St., Marquette, MI, 49855, United States

A Night Under the Big Top
2026-05-18 00:00 - 2026-10-08 23:59 | Kaufman Auditorium, 611 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Step Right Up for the Greatest Show in Marquette County:
U.P. Hospice Foundation Unveils ‘A Night Under the Big Top’ presented by Dancing with our Stars Marquette County Style!
After ten unforgettable years of dancing, fundraising, and community spirit, the beloved event is evolving! This year’s production transforms the stage into a whimsical, high-energy circus-inspired celebration packed with excitement, creativity, and show-stopping performances- all in support of compassionate Hospice care throughout our community.
Under the glow of the big top, local celebrity groups will team up with talented Marquette dance professionals to deliver unforgettable performances that go far beyond traditional ballroom routines. Expect theatrical storytelling, dazzling costumes, imaginative sets, crowd-pleasing musicality, and performances full of personality, humor, and heart.
“This year is all about creating an experience,” stated Dave Aro, U.P. Hospice Foundation Executive Director. “We wanted to keep the glamour and the excitement people love while introducing something fresh, immersive, and incredibly fun for both the audience and performer. At the heart of it all, though, remains our mission: supporting Hospice care for patients and families in Marquette County.”

The competition will feature three coveted honors:

Big Top Favorite: presented to the team raising the highest amount for Hospice care
Circle Ring Star: selected by live judges based on performance excellence
The Greatest Show: awarded to the team with the ultimate combination of fundraising success and judges’ scores

“A Night Under the Big Top- presented by Dancing with our Stars Marquette County Style” will feature ONE NIGHT ONLY of performances! The event will be held on Thursday, October 8 at Kaufman Auditorium. Doors to the theater will open at 6:00pm with the show beginning at 6:30pm. Join us at the Ore Dock Brewing Company for The Big Top Wrap Party where you can celebrate with the cast and crew of this important fundraiser.
Visit dwos.uphomehealth.org to purchase your tickets online or cast your vote!
Vote for your favorite Celebrity Dance Group! Online runs from Monday, May 18 – Thursday October 8.
Tickets will go on sale on July 15 . Mobile tickets will be provided.

We are delighted to announce this year’s lineup of stars!

Breaking Moves by MyUPNow: Rebecca Bartelme, Brianna MacLean, Air Stassek, Thomas Kinnunen, Jamey Couture
Fresh Coast Beauties: Jessica Mariin, Sharon Matulewicz, Stephanie Perrier, Ashley LeClaire Scheiding , Tara Middleton, Kacie Hanford
GirlyPop: Brooke Grondin, Amelia Bouws, Helana Sharp, Callie Tonella
NextHome Closing Crew: Stephanie Jones, Ben Argall, Candi Kjellin, Jen Hendrickson, Jen Delmont, Melanie Oliver
The Starlettes: Jessica Brooks, Stephanie Beinlich, Adrian Francisco, Jamie Weigold, Miranda Roose, Caitlin Johnson
Team Range Bank – The Loan Rangers: Megan Spratling, Skylar Lancour, Destiny Sherbonda, Marleigh McKinnon, Shelby Oja, Hanna Westra, Sara Garvin
Yoop-Phoria: Carley Herro, Sophia Peterson, Rosie Wagner, Kaitlyn Berandt

Our Creative Director, Ann Marie Frenn, will oversee our equally sensational group of talented dance professionals as they coach, instruct, and choreograph the routine dance for our stars. These dance pros are:

Maureen McFadden
Adina Belanger
Kaylee Birmann
Eden Langlois
Mariel Morton
Milan Marietti
Kylee Taavola

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for this event, please contact Kori Bjorne at 225-4545 or korit@uphomehealth.org for the sponsorship levels.
The U.P. Hospice Foundation supports the “Make-A-Memory” program along with providing supplies, services, equipment, and respite for Hospice families that may be unavailable to them otherwise. Some examples of what the U.P. Hospice Foundation has been able to do for hospice patients and their families include facilitating one person’s dream to see the President of the United States in person and another’s commitment to be the Matron of Honor at her great-granddaughters wedding, through the use of an iPad that transported her virtually to the California beach ceremony. The U.P. Hospice Foundation has also been able to provide technology such as hearing aids, tablet computers for better communication with family and friends, and has helped create family reunions, fishing trips, and building a wheelchair ramp, just to name a few.
Join us for an amazing night of fun and pure entertainment with all proceeds benefiting Hospice care in Marquette County. It’s about how you LIVE! For more information on the U.P. Hospice Foundation, please contact 906-225-4545.
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Since 1973, U.P. Home Health & Hospice has been serving individuals in their home after a surgery, illness, or life-limiting diagnosis. Our focus is on exceptional quality care and we maintain a philosophical approach to care that focuses on empowering people to live life to the fullest. This philosophy is the drive for us to provide home health, hospice, and private duty. These three service lines allow clients to stay in their homes and focus on living well with seamless transitions between services if the need arises.

2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule
2026-08-25 19:00 | Covington Township Multi-Purpose Building, Covington, Michigan
2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule

Multi-Purpose Building on M28
Music Starts @ 7:00 pm

Aug 25 U.P. Gumbo

Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry Distribution
2026-08-26 12:00 | Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
Feeding America West Michigan 2026 mobile food pantry distribution

Location: Sacred Heart Church Calumet

Category: Free Community Event

Description:
A free drive through event at Sacred Heart Church Calumet serving up to 320 households with fresh produce, dairy, grains and other staple food items. No appointments; no payments; no income verification required.
Watch for signs on US 41 and Lake Linden Ave. in Laurium to follow entry and exit of the drive through event. Volunteers will help direct you and place your food box into your vehicle.

Contact: Jared Howard, President CLK Council of Churches
Email: clkcouncil@gmail.com
Phone: 906-337-2400

(2026 Dates: August 26/Wednesday; October 28/Wednesday; December 29/Tuesday)

2026 L'Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule
2026-08-27 19:00 | L’Anse Waterfront, L'Anse, Michigan
2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule

Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm
Aug 27 Chasin’ Steel – Bluegrass
Sept 3 Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country
Sept 10 Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass

Bad weather concerts will be at the L’Anse Area School Cafeteria – 201 N 4th Street

Saturday Morning Farmers Market﻿
2026-08-29 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-05 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-12 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-19 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-26 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-03 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-10-17 09:00 - 13:00 | MI
Saturday Morning Farmers Market

Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm

Lake Linden Farmers Market
2026-08-29 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-05 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-12 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-19 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-26 15:00 - 18:00 | Lake Linden Village Park, Lake Linden, Michigan
Lake Linden Farmers Market

Fridays 3-6 pm
Located in the Lake Linden Village Park
June through to September

lakelindenfarmersmarket.com
facebook.com/lakelindenmi
instagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket
lakelindenmarket@gmail.com

2026 L'Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule
2026-09-03 19:00 | L’Anse Waterfront, L'Anse, Michigan
2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule

Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm
Sept 3 Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country
Sept 10 Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass

Bad weather concerts will be at the L’Anse Area School Cafeteria – 201 N 4th Street

Marquette Marathon﻿
2026-09-05 00:00 - 23:59 | MI
Marquette Marathon

Saturday, Sept. 5

2026 L'Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule
2026-09-10 19:00 | L’Anse Waterfront, L'Anse, Michigan
2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule

Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm
Sept 10 Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass

Bad weather concerts will be at the L’Anse Area School Cafeteria – 201 N 4th Street

Dancing With Our Stars
2026-10-08 00:00 - 23:59 | MI
“Dancing With Our Stars – Marquette County Style” Is RETURNING With a New Date, New Format, and the Same Glamour and Glitter
Marquette, MI — After ten unforgettable years of rhythm, sparkle, and community impact, Dancing With Our Stars – Marquette County Style is officially returning—reimagined, refreshed, and ready to shine brighter than ever.
The U.P. Hospice Foundation, in partnership with U.P. Home Health & Hospice, is thrilled to announce, “A Showcase of Stars- presented by Dancing with our Stars Marquette County Style,” a bold new evolution of the beloved fundraiser. While the format is changing, the heart of the event—and all the glamour, creativity, and glitter audiences have come to love—remains the same.
To support this exciting new vision, the event has been moved to October 8, 2026, with an anticipated kickoff in May 2026. The extended runway allows more time for creativity, collaboration, and community involvement as this next chapter takes shape.
A Showcase of Stars transforms the traditional dance competition into a full-scale variety show experience. Groups of local stars, partnered with a Marquette Dance Pro, will take the stage with high-energy performances that blend dance, theatrical flair, costumes, music, and imaginative storytelling.
The evening will feature live judging and audience engagement, culminating in two coveted honors:

Fan Favorite Award – recognizing the top fundraising group
Talent Award – based on judges’ scores for performance, creativity, and execution

Community members, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to get involved. Opportunities are available for:

Star groups interested in performing
Businesses and individuals interested in sponsoring
Creative collaborators who want to support Hospice care in a meaningful way

Final participation details, themes, and showcase elements will be announced at the official kickoff this spring.
Stay tuned for more information, and those interested in sponsoring or participating are encouraged to reach out early to express interest to korit@uphomehealth.org or by calling (906) 225-4545.
Proceeds from A Showcase of Stars benefit the U.P. Hospice Foundation, with 100% of funds raised directly supporting hospice patients and their families. As one of the first three hospices established in the United States, the U.P. Hospice Foundation has proudly served the community for more than 50 years—guided by an all-volunteer Board of Directors committed to ensuring every donation provides comfort, dignity, and compassionate care to those facing life-limiting illness.
This fall, the stars return. The stage transforms. And the community once again comes together—for hospice. If you are interested in more information for this event, please contact Kori Bjorne at 225-4545 or korit@uphomehealth.org
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About U.P. Home Health & Hospice:
Since 1973, U.P. Home Health & Hospice has been serving individuals after surgery, illness, or a new or life-limiting diagnosis. Our focus is on exceptional quality care, and we maintain a philosophical approach to care that focuses on empowering people to live life to the fullest. This philosophy is the driving force for U.P. Home Health & Hospice to provide Skilled Home Health, Hospice, and Private Duty Services. This approach empowers us to support essentially any need of our patients, with seamless transitions between services if the need arises.

Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry Distribution
2026-10-28 12:00 | Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
Feeding America West Michigan 2026 mobile food pantry distribution

Location: Sacred Heart Church Calumet

Category: Free Community Event

Description:
A free drive through event at Sacred Heart Church Calumet serving up to 320 households with fresh produce, dairy, grains and other staple food items. No appointments; no payments; no income verification required.
Watch for signs on US 41 and Lake Linden Ave. in Laurium to follow entry and exit of the drive through event. Volunteers will help direct you and place your food box into your vehicle.

Contact: Jared Howard, President CLK Council of Churches
Email: clkcouncil@gmail.com
Phone: 906-337-2400

(2026 Dates: October 28/Wednesday; December 29/Tuesday)

Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry Distribution
2026-12-29 12:00 | Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
Feeding America West Michigan 2026 mobile food pantry distribution

Location: Sacred Heart Church Calumet

Category: Free Community Event

Description:
A free drive through event at Sacred Heart Church Calumet serving up to 320 households with fresh produce, dairy, grains and other staple food items. No appointments; no payments; no income verification required.
Watch for signs on US 41 and Lake Linden Ave. in Laurium to follow entry and exit of the drive through event. Volunteers will help direct you and place your food box into your vehicle.

Contact: Jared Howard, President CLK Council of Churches
Email: clkcouncil@gmail.com
Phone: 906-337-2400

(2026 Dates: December 29/Tuesday)
