• Marquette – Youth Sailing Lessons

    Youth Sailing Lessons Offered this Summer   The Marquette Junior Yacht Club will again offer youth sailing lessons this summer to the public. The program will provide the basic fundamentals of sailing for beginner ages 8-17 and expanded skill training for returning intermediate sailors. Instruction takes place both on and off the water by certified sailing instructors at the Marquette Yacht Club location, E Main Street, Marquette. Students will convene daily at the MJYC boathouse space generously donated by the Marquette Fish Producers.   The 2025 schedule is as follows: July 7 – July 11, July 14 – July 18,

  • Bluey Bash

    Bluey Bash Monday June 16, 2025. 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. For children of all ages who love Bluey! There will Bluey & Bingo games and crafts inspired by the popular Bluey TV show. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

  • NMU Hosts ‘Juneteenth: Week of Jubilee’

    Northern Michigan University will present “Juneteenth: Week of Jubilee,” an educational and cultural event series scheduled for June 16-20. The week is dedicated to honoring American history, celebrating the contributions of African American communities, and encouraging civic learning, unity and reflection. Recognized as a federal holiday, Juneteenth commemorates the moment in 1865 when the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation reached Galveston, Texas. NMU invites students, families and community members to participate in inclusive programming that highlights music, storytelling, the arts, and historical education. “Juneteenth: Week of Jubilee is a community-centered opportunity to learn, connect and celebrate American history and

  • Hancock – Mental Health Crisis Training

    Copper Country Intermediate School District 809 Hecla Street, Hancock, Michigan

    Local law enforcement invited to mental health crisis training June 17-18, 2025 The following press release was posted on our website on May 30, 2025.   The City of Houghton Police Department and Copper Shores Outreach & Education invite all local law enforcement agencies and officers to a free, two-day training aimed at equipping first responders with tools to handle behavioral health emergencies. This training will take place June 17 and 18 at the Copper Country Intermediate School District Service Center (809 Hecla Street; Hancock) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.   Designed specifically for Michigan first responders and crisis teams, the training includes three components:

  • Baraga – Community Health Fair

    Niiwin Akeaa Community Center 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, Michigan

    Community Health Fair – JOIN US!   Tuesday, June 17th from 11:00 am to 1:00pm Niiwin Akeaa Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, MI   this is a free community event, designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, p0revent and manage disease, and connect you to resources.   For more information:  call 906-353-4542

  • Houghton – From the Ground Farmers Market

    Houghton Waterfront Pier Houghton, Michigan

    From the Ground Farmers Market   Houghton Waterfront Pier   Tuesdays from 3pm – 6pm June 10th to October 7th.

  • PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting   

    PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Meeting begins at 5:00 p.m.. Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room. Regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Peter White Public Library. The meeting is open to all.  Meeting agenda, materials, and remote attendance link are available on the library’s website: www.pwpl.info.

  • Champion Township Hall Open House

    Champion Township Hall Open House WHAT: Champion Township is opening its new Township Hall, celebrating with a ribbon cutting and following with an open house for the public to view. WHEN: Wednesday, June 18, 3 p.m. WHERE: 1071 Highway US 41, Champion, MI 49814 WHY: Grand opening of new Township Hall

  • Calumet – Primroses in the Garden

    Calumet Public LIbrary 57070 Mine Street, Calumet, Michigan

    Wednesday, June 18th Primroses in the Garden: Primula and Companion Plants for Woodland, Crevice, Container, & Rock Gardens, presentation by Daniel Hendrickson 6:30 – 7:30 pm Calumet Public Library – Community Room Open to the Public Daniel Hendrickson, a retired music educator and plant enthusiast, has developed practical knowledge and experience by growing and cultivating his own plants for well over 25 years and he’s going to share some of his knowledge with you during this program.  Hendrickson will introduce you to the charm and beauty of Primroses in a presentation that highlights garden-worthy Primula and companion plants. The presentation includes a slide show and discussion

  • The Make-Believe Spurs Concert on the Steps 

    The Make-Believe Spurs Concert on the Steps Wednesday, June 18, 2025.  6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m..  Peter White Public Library Front Street Steps.  Adults, Seniors, Teens, Family Friendly. Join local favorite The Make-Believe Spurs for an evening of close-knit harmonies and storytelling. Molly Wallen, Brian Keith Wallen, and Mavis Farr are ready to rock the steps again!  Weather Contingency:  Community Room. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.