Events

Monday July 20, 2026. 10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Three baby dinosaurs are about to hatch—and you get a front-row seat! This interactive puppet show brings the prehistoric world roaring to life as adorable baby dinosaur puppets crack out of their eggs during the live performance. Through fun storytelling, audience participation, and plenty of dino-mite moments, you’ll explore different dinosaur species, ancient ecosystems, and the exciting world of paleontology. It’s an egg-cellent blend of education and entertainment that’s perfect for young dinosaur enthusiasts! Youth of all ages welcome, under 8 must have an adult present in the show with them.

Monday & Tuesday, July 20 & 21, 2026. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Peter White Public Library Heritage Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. In this new programming series, seasoned published authors of various genres lead participants through writing exercises and workshops to hone their writerly talents. July’s Writer: Cindy Hunter Morgan. An acclaimed Michigan Notable Book author and fiber artist, Cindy will lead a two-day workshop in which participants create and bind a collaborative artist book. Space is limited to 12 participants, so register early. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review, City of Marquette will meet on July 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, 300 W. Baraga Ave, Marquette, MI for the following purposes. 1. Request for current year only for poverty exemptions, but not poverty exemptions denied by the March Board of Review. 2. Correct clerical errors or mutual mistake of facts. All required forms and documentation shall be received five days prior to said meeting.

Tuesdays July (7, 14, 21), 2026. 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Ohio St. (Williams) Park. Families 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.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Tuesday, July (7,14,21,28), 2026 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Local History Research Room, Peter White Public Library.  Need 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.  Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311

The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library’s (ICPL) Summer Reading Program is in full swing! We have been busy offering events for all ages and even hit record-breaking attendance at our programs in June! 2,203 people attended programs in June, nearly surpassing our ENTIRE program attendance for last summer in a single month. Thank you to our community for showing up and supporting our library in such a big way! We love offering so many events for you to enjoy, and we have SO many more planned throughout July and August. All events are free and open to the public. Events for