Keep It In The UP!

Sister City Trip Informational Meeting
2025-02-08 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Michigan
Marquette Delegation to visit Higashiomi Japan in July/August 2025
Informational meeting will be held on Saturday February 8, 2025.
The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership in association with the City of
Marquette will be sending a delegation to Higashiomi, Japan from July 24, 2025, to August
4, 2025. An informational meeting will be held on Saturday February 8th, 2025, Saturday
12 p.m. in the Lion’s Room of the Peter White Public Library in Marquette. The Lion’s
Room is located on the lower level of the library.
While in Japan, delegates will live with a host family and visit sites of interest in
Higashiomi and the surrounding area. Additional information about the program and
application to join the delegation will be available at the informational meeting. The cost
of the trip including airfare, ground transportation and official delegation events is
approximately $2,800.00 and is the responsibility of each delegate.
The Sister City program with Higashiomi, formerly Yokaichi, started in 1979. The
program focuses on cultural understanding, international friendship, and sharing of ideas.
Additional information about the delegation can be obtained from Bill Brazier at (906)
869-4859, Collin Banger at (616) 368-2624, and Paulette Lindberg at (906) 869-4141.

Repair Café
2025-02-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Michigan
Repair Café
Saturday, February 8, 2025. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Toss it? No way! The Repair Café is back thanks to a partnership with the Marquette Sustainability Coalition. Bring in broken household goods such as appliances, clothing, or bikes and skilled fixers with assist you in repairing them. This is a great way to save money, learn valuable repair skills, and reduce your environmental impact. No admission charge. For further information, please contact mqtsustainability@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Houghton - Annual Mass in the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel
2025-02-08 10:00, 2025-02-07 22:00, 2025-02-07 17:30 | St. Albert the Great University Parish, 411 MacInnes Drive, Houghton, Michgian, 49931
Ice Mass 2025 in the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel St. Albert the Great University Parish, serving students, faculty and staff of Michigan

Technological University and Gogebic (“Go-Gee-Bick”) Community College, will host the annual Mass in the Our Lady of the Snows ice chapel during MTU’s famed Winter Carnival. The Roman Catholic Mass is celebrated in a chapel hand-built from ice and snow by MTU students and community members. The Ice Mass has gained international attention; it is a unique expression of Catholic faith in the deep snow country of the Keweenaw with over 500 in attendance in
2024.

There are three Masses: 5:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 7, as well as at 10 a.m. EST on Saturday, Feb. 8. The Masses at 5:30 pm EST and 10:00 pm EST on Friday Feb. 7 will be live-streamed on Facebook (and embedded on our website, mtucatholic.org/icemass).

Participants may register online for the link to the Live Stream: mtucatholic.org/icemass

The 2025 Live Stream Event Link:
5:30 PM: https://www.facebook.com/events/927719602826563
10:00 PM: https://www.facebook.com/events/2045948112508711
The 2024 YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fL8GtBKHqrA

Story for Media Use:

MTU Students Transform Ice, Snow into Chapel

Building a chapel out of ice and snow originally came to the attention of St. Albert the Great University Parish at the suggestion of a parent. Seeing this to be a ‘fun idea’ during Michigan Tech’s famed Winter Carnival, a small group of students at St. Al’s decided to give it a go back in 2016 alongside their pastor Fr. Ben Hasse. They were quickly surprised by how the word spread and how excited people, Catholics and non-Catholics alike, were to come to such an event leading to international coverage in 2021. Ten years later, building the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel is a well-known annual tradition for the students, locals, and people from all over the world.

The ice chapel is built each year by college students and community members in the Keweenaw peninsula town of Houghton, Michigan, USA. Over the course of a month, people can be found outside shoveling, bucketing, stomping, and carving from a mountain of snow. Through their efforts, and plywood forms held together by 2x4s, the ice chapel is brought to life. More and more students get involved each year, and they bring with them their creativity to further add to
the beauty of the chapel. Examples include stained ice panes, a raised pulpit, a Marian grotto, and carved side aisles. Another unique feature is the acquisition of an ice slab pulled up by hand from a nearby bay to use as the chapel’s altar.

The priests at St. Al’s will celebrate three planned Ice Masses in the Our Lady of the Snows Ice Chapel: 5:30 p.m., 10 p.m. EST on Friday, Feb. 7, and 10 a.m. EST on Saturday, Feb. 8. The first two Masses will be livestreamed. You may visit mtucatholic.org/icemass to register for the link.

The experience of building this unique structure brings about and strengthens friendships. When asked how much it costs to build an Ice Chapel, Fr. Hasse simply responds “about a thousand dollars’ worth of pizza,” which fuels the volunteers. St. Al’s parish is overjoyed to bring to life a creation that glorifies God and brings the community together through the Mass.

To learn more about the Ice Mass or St. Albert the Great University Parish, visit mtucatholic.org/icemass. To learn more about Michigan Tech’s Winter Carnival, visit mtu.edu/carnival/2025.

"Alice in Wonderland"
2025-02-07 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-02-06 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-01-31 19:30 - 21:30 | Michigan
Northern Michigan University’s CO/LAB Dance Company will present Alice in Wonderland: An Immersive Experience, described as a “mesmerizing whirlwind of color and movement that weaves through the audience like a living, breathing dreamscape.” The performance is unique in that it will take place in an intimate downtown Marquette space that allows the audience to be more actively engaged, interacting with the dancers and scenery elements.
“Immersive theater experiences are the next big thing,” said CO/LAB Artistic Director Karina Johnson. “They’re taking over New York City, L.A. and many other places across the country. I believe we might be one of the first universities to attempt it. It requires a lot of teamwork and planning to pull it off, and we have a very large team of students collaborating on all aspects of this show, which is really exciting. I think it’s something the community should not miss, because it’s on the forefront of where theatrical art is right now.”
The performance will be held at 145 W. Washington Street, on the second floor (the former Vera Bar). Showtimes are at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Jan. 30-Feb. 1 and Feb. 6-8, with Saturday matinees both weeks at 1 and 3 p.m.
The immersive Alice in Wonderland is distinct in plot and presentation from previous versions depicted in television and film. It features an original score by Dominic Mrakovcich, NMU Theatre and Dance sound and media supervisor/engineer, and contemporary ballet choreography by Johnson.
“Sometimes contemporary ballet is more versatile for telling a story, more relatable to an audience and a little easier to manipulate amongst an audience,” she added. “It seems every student in the department has their hands on this project in one way or another. Charlotte Somerville, our McNair Scholar, spent all summer researching how to properly light costumes worn by performers. That’s a new kind of technology that our students have never used before.”
A Wildcat Performing Arts Academy Pre-Performance Workshop for ages 12 and under will be held in advance of the sensory-friendly performance on Saturday, Feb. 1.
“I’m excited because the kids are going to be able to experiment with lighting and sound, and interact with the performers and production crew,” said Jalina McClain, stage management supervisor and Wildcat Performing Arts Academy managing director. “Charlotte will explain the process related to LEDs and costumes at a level appropriate for those ages. They’ll also be able to see the light and audio boards—how they’re used during the production and how pushing certain buttons creates different effects—and have an opportunity to dance in different lighting to view it from the performers’ perspective. It’s going to be a different kind of learning experience.
“A lot of young kids who aren’t exposed to theater as much don’t know all that goes into a show behind the scenes. This lets them know there are other options, outside of being a performer on stage. They can make costumes, light the dancers or create mushroom chairs for the set. Because this show is so tech-heavy, I think it’s a good opportunity to showcase those aspects.”
Tickets for the production are $25 for the general public; $22 for NMU employees, seniors and military; $15 for youth; and $5 for NMU students. They can be purchased at nmu.universitytickets.com.

NMU Money Games
2025-02-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Michigan
Northern Michigan University students are invited to participate in the NMU Money Games from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7. in the McClintock Building room 106. This interactive team-based game puts students in control of a budget as they aim for the highest net worth, credit score and quality of life.
Students are encouraged to bring a team of two to four players but can also come solo and be matched with others to create a team. They will be able to enhance their budgeting skills, win prizes and dabble in some light-hearted competition. Each member of the top three teams will win a $25 gift card.
This event is hosted by NMU Career Services, which seeks to assist students and alumni with career exploration and job placement concerns. Career Services provides resources and services focused on career placement and career decision-making activities, linking NMU students and alumni with potential employers, teaching effective job search strategies, and providing supportive information and resources to faculty and staff to address students’ career-related concerns.

Pokémon Trading and Gaming
2025-02-06 16:30 - 17:30 | Michigan
Pokémon Trading and Gaming
Thursdays February 6 & 20, 2025. 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace. Youth of all ages who are interested in Pokémon card trading and gaming are invited to our new monthly Pokémon Trading & Gaming Sessions. Kids who attend will be able to trade & play the card game with other kids. Please note that staff do not know how to play the game, so it is not guaranteed that gaming will always happen. If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Kids will also be able to spend time with other Pokémon fans, chatting about Pokémon and looking through their cards. Important – Trading & gaming will be kid led. It is highly recommended that parents do not allow their children to bring cards that they do not want them to accidentally trade! See our events calendar for full event details regarding trading. Children under the age of 8 will need an adult to stay in the kids room during the event. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

League of Women Voters of Marquette County General Meeting
2025-02-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Michigan
The League of Women Voters of Marquette County will hold its next general membership meeting on Wednesday, February 5th at 6:45 p.m. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in Studio 1 on the Lower Level of the Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St., Marquette.
Following a short business meeting, Caroline LaPorte, the department head of the Center for Native American Studies at NMU will present on missing and murdered indigenous women and relatives (MMIWR) in the United States.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.

All community members are welcome to attend. For more information, send an email to lwvmqtco@gmail.com. If inclement weather, visit website lwvmqt.org to confirm if the meeting is “Live” or “Zoom”.

Marquette Regional History Center presents: Marquette Coast Guard Station: Senior Support Series
2025-02-05 13:30 - 15:00 | Michigan
Wednesday, February 5, 1:30 p.m.
Our daytime program series will kick off this year featuring our local U.S. Coast Guard Station and BMC Michael Henderson, Officer in Charge. The history of the Life Saving Service in Marquette will be highlighted through images and stories, while we learn about the modern Coast Guard right here in our community.
Last year, our Senior Support Series was a huge success! These programs ignite curiosity, social interaction, health, and community involvement. In coordination with Mapping Medicare, we continue this program quarterly on Wednesday afternoons.
Attendees have an opportunity to win door prizes and enjoy complimentary Dead River Coffee Roasters coffee. All ages welcome. Free program. Call 906-226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org for more info.

Houghton - Michigan Tech's Winter Carnival
2025-02-05 00:00 - 2025-02-08 23:59 | Michigan
Fireworks Over Ice! Dive into the Magic of Houghton’s Winter Carnival
THE KEWEENAW, Michigan (Jan. 15, 2024) — Winter isn’t just endured in the Keweenaw – it’s celebrated, sculpted and spun into pure magic. For 102 years, Michigan Tech’s Winter Carnival has transformed the snowy campus into a wonderland of jaw-dropping snow art, thrilling winter sports and community warmth. From Feb. 5-8, 2025, locals, visitors and MTU alumni will make their way down the main streets of Houghton and Hancock to marvel at towering ice sculptures. Don’t forget to cozy up or get a bite to eat at local favorites like the KBC, The Ambassador or Gino’s in Hancock to thaw out along the way. Winter Carnival is a one-of-a-kind celebration you won’t want to miss this winter. With heavy snowfall pushing through winter so far, Winter Carnival has potential to get big snow.

Students play Broomball like the Harry Potter movies on campus, the community marvels at giant ice sculptures and folks take time to warm up between activities. Winter Carnival is when the Portage Canal’s social hubs of Houghton and Hancock are lively and bustling with life. From the infamous “all-nighter” where students stay up two days to finish their snow statues before judging, to the zany games that take place on campus, Winter Carnival brings a whopping schedule to the Michigan Tech community. For most of the public, it’s about seeing the statues and being in Houghton with loved ones during this magical time. For some, it’s their favorite time of year to make a trip back to their alma mater.

Snow Statues: Fraternities, sororities and other campus organizations build larger than life snow statues that are judged each year. The giant creations rival the size of some students’ housing and offer a way for students to showcase their engineering creativity. This year’s theme is Dragons, Knights, and Legendary Sights – so expect to see creations worthy of the kingdom. Take a tour on the last day of statues to decide for yourself who’s got the most creativity.

Fireworks and Torchlit Parade: Michigan’s original ski area Mont Ripley hosts a torchlit parade down its hilly slopes – viewed across the Portage Canal from Houghton. The torchlight parade concludes Carnival’s lineup and brings a crowd to the Houghton waterfront to watch the show. Fireworks will follow the parade – signifying carnival’s 102nd year in the Keweenaw. Mark your carnival experience with this classic must-see on Saturday, Feb. 8.

Entertainment at Upper Michigan’s Largest Entertainment Venue: Known for cutting-edge performances that tour the globe, Water Street Dance Milwaukee pushes the boundaries of contemporary dance, leaving you breathless and inspired. This multifaceted dance company is dedicated to exploring diversity within our art, artists, and audiences. Renowned for their athletic, innovative, and entertaining performances, they invite all to partake in the vibrant experiences they create. See shows at 2 and 7 p.m.

Explore Beyond Carnival: After the festivities, extend your stay and experience the Keweenaw’s year-round charm. Take a winter hike on snow-covered trails, or ski at Mont Ripley only minutes away from Michigan Tech. Winter Carnival is a perfect introduction to the region’s cold outdoor adventures. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning alumnus, the 2025 Winter Carnival promises to be a celebration of history, creativity and community. Don’t miss out on the iconic winter event that brings the magic of snow and ice to life.

Bruce Crossing - MI-Trale Meeting
2025-02-03 19:00 | Stannard Township Hall, 14927 State Hwy M-28 East, Bruce Crossing, Michigan, 49912
Our February Monthly Meeting will be held at 7:00pm, (Eastern Time), in person at the Stannard Township Hall on 2/03/2025. For virtual attendance, we now have ZOOM available, along with the strictly audio/phone method. If you would like to attend virtually, please email me at this address and I will get you the connection information.

If you are in the area, please stop in for the meeting! We’d love to see you there!

NMU WellBeing Opens Ice Rink Feb. 1
2025-02-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Michigan
Northern Michigan University WellBeing will hold a grand opening for the new outdoor ice rink, located behind the Northern Center, from 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1. The public is invited. The event will include a food truck, ribbon-cutting and hot chocolate bar.
Limited free skate rentals are available, with priority given to NMU students. The rink will be open throughout February from 1-4 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. Any closures will be shared on NMU’s WellBeing Instagram here as well as nmu.edu/wellbeing. Volunteers are needed; more information can be found here.
“We are excited to offer this new winter outdoor activity option on campus,” said Jessica Corkin, NMU Wellbeing promotions coordinator. “A list of rules will be posted. Some include skating at your own risk, helmets are strongly encouraged, please no hockey or rough play, and no skates–even with skate guards–allowed in the Northern Center.”
The closest parking lots to the rink are 1 and 8. Learn more about NMU WellBeing here.

Houghton - March for Life
2025-02-01 12:00 - 14:00 | Michigan
March for Life
February 1, 2025 from 12 – 2pm

We will leave from the MTU clock tower at 12 pm and march for the Life Outreach Center in Hancock. Please arrive early so we can leave on time.

The march will be a peaceful demonstration. We will have signs available or feel free to make your own sign to bring. Lunch will be provided at the center after the march and rides back to campus will be offered. Questions? contact sflife@mtu.edu

"Alice in Wonderland"
2025-01-30 19:30 - 21:30 | Michigan
NMU Presents Immersive ‘Alice in Wonderland’
1/13/2025
Northern Michigan University’s CO/LAB Dance Company will present Alice in Wonderland: An Immersive Experience, described as a “mesmerizing whirlwind of color and movement that weaves through the audience like a living, breathing dreamscape.” The performance is unique in that it will take place in an intimate downtown Marquette space that allows the audience to be more actively engaged, interacting with the dancers and scenery elements.
“Immersive theater experiences are the next big thing,” said CO/LAB Artistic Director Karina Johnson. “They’re taking over New York City, L.A. and many other places across the country. I believe we might be one of the first universities to attempt it. It requires a lot of teamwork and planning to pull it off, and we have a very large team of students collaborating on all aspects of this show, which is really exciting. I think it’s something the community should not miss, because it’s on the forefront of where theatrical art is right now.”
The performance will be held at 145 W. Washington Street, on the second floor (the former Vera Bar). Showtimes are at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. Jan. 30-Feb. 1 and Feb. 6-8, with Saturday matinees both weeks at 1 and 3 p.m.
The immersive Alice in Wonderland is distinct in plot and presentation from previous versions depicted in television and film. It features an original score by Dominic Mrakovcich, NMU Theatre and Dance sound and media supervisor/engineer, and contemporary ballet choreography by Johnson.
“Sometimes contemporary ballet is more versatile for telling a story, more relatable to an audience and a little easier to manipulate amongst an audience,” she added. “It seems every student in the department has their hands on this project in one way or another. Charlotte Somerville, our McNair Scholar, spent all summer researching how to properly light costumes worn by performers. That’s a new kind of technology that our students have never used before.”
A Wildcat Performing Arts Academy Pre-Performance Workshop for ages 12 and under will be held in advance of the sensory-friendly performance on Saturday, Feb. 1.
“I’m excited because the kids are going to be able to experiment with lighting and sound, and interact with the performers and production crew,” said Jalina McClain, stage management supervisor and Wildcat Performing Arts Academy managing director. “Charlotte will explain the process related to LEDs and costumes at a level appropriate for those ages. They’ll also be able to see the light and audio boards—how they’re used during the production and how pushing certain buttons creates different effects—and have an opportunity to dance in different lighting to view it from the performers’ perspective. It’s going to be a different kind of learning experience.
“A lot of young kids who aren’t exposed to theater as much don’t know all that goes into a show behind the scenes. This lets them know there are other options, outside of being a performer on stage. They can make costumes, light the dancers or create mushroom chairs for the set. Because this show is so tech-heavy, I think it’s a good opportunity to showcase those aspects.”
Tickets for the production are $25 for the general public; $22 for NMU employees, seniors and military; $15 for youth; and $5 for NMU students. They can be purchased at nmu.universitytickets.com.

Marquette Senior High School Eighth Grade Orientation
2025-01-29 10:30 - 14:30 | Michigan
Marquette Senior High School Eighth Grade Orientation
Class of 2029
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 from 10:45 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. at
Marquette Senior High School.
Early dismissal at 10:45 a.m. for MSHS students in 9-12th grades on Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
8th Grade Parent Orientation date is on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:00 p.m in the MSHS Little Theater.

Marquette Senior High School students will have an early dismissal on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:45 a.m. to allow the MSHS staff to host Eighth Grade Orientation. Busing will be provided for our 9-12th grade students immediately following our 10:45 a.m. dismissal. Lunch will not be served to high school students.

Marquette Senior High School is hosting an Eighth Grade Orientation to welcome students from Father Marquette, Bothwell Middle Schools, and any other interested current 8th grade students from the area on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, from 10:45 a.m. until 2:15 p.m. at MSHS. Busing arrangements will be provided by Marquette Area Public Schools for 8th grade students currently attending Father Marquette and Bothwell Middle Schools.

The Orientation will include an MSHS campus tour, a full menu lunch in the cafeteria, an overview of freshmen classes, a scavenger hunt, and an introduction to organizations, activities, and athletics. The MSHS faculty and students will serve as tour guides and class presenters.

On Wednesday evening, January 29, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. all parents of eighth grade students are invited to attend a parent orientation in the MSHS Little Theater. Topics of discussion at the parent orientation include an overview of the graduation requirements and the academic programs we provide. We will also present opportunities of support and advancement and we will provide information on the many organizations, activities, and athletic sports available at MSHS. There will also be time dedicated to address parent questions and concerns.

Bothwell and Father Marquette 8th grade students do not need to register for this orientation. Please contact Marquette Senior High School’s assistant principal, Amanda Erspamer, at 225-5351 or email aerspamer@mapsnet.org if you have any questions or wish to register your homeschool or out of district 8th grader for this Orientation.

National Puzzle Day Celebration
2025-01-29 10:00 - 20:00 | Michigan
National Puzzle Day Celebration
Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Drop in anytime and join the fun! Let’s see how many puzzles we can complete in a single day. Enjoy free puzzles, coffee, and hot tea throughout the day. Bring your friends or make some new ones!! No registration or admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4303 or email aing@pwpl.info.

Houghton - Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Meeting
2025-01-28 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds monthly meeting:

Tuesday, January 28th, 2025 @ 6:30 pm

Portage Lake District Library Meeting Room
Houghton, MI 49931

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is a public group, and we welcome anyone interested in our mission: “to support healthy minds through connection and community.” Our goals are to talk more openly about mental health to reduce stigma, to build a resilient community by educating the public, and to support those at risk for mental health and substance use crises. We are on Facebook and our email address is ksup4healthyminds@gmail.com.

All Booked Up: Can We Talk?
2025-01-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Michigan
All Booked Up: Can We Talk?
Tuesday, January 28, 2025. 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors. Join Marty and Andrea for an in-person, in-depth discussion of Upper Michigan Today’s All Booked Up book of the month. Come with your questions, insights, and observations. This month’s book: Happy-Go-Lucky by David Sedaris. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 906-226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit www.pwpl.info.

Noquemanon Ski Marathon
2025-01-25 08:00 - 17:00 | Michigan
Mommaerts and Mahaney Financial Services Noquemanon Ski Marathon presented by Honor Credit Union will be celebrating its 27th Anniversary January 24th-25th.

We would like to formally thank our title sponsor Mommaerts and Mahaney for signing a multiple year contract last year and NEW THIS YEAR we would like to welcome Honor Credit Union with a three-year commitment as a major sponsor for the race. Here is a quote from Christy Smith, Marquette Member Center Manager, “On behalf of Honor Credit Union, we are thrilled to be able to support Noquemanon this year. We hope to continue to support long-standing community events such as this one. These races mean so much to our local economy and the Marquette community.”

The event has recently needed to reroute a portion of the full marathon course and while the change was expensive the broader ski community will now benefit from this as it will be groomed for the entire ski season. We are very grateful that we had the time this fall to make those changes before the snow hit. Last year, our race was the only Nordic ski race in the Midwest that was on natural snow. All other races in the Midwest were on man-made snow.

Now that we have a solid base in the highlands, we will await more snow, we are happy that we have had groomers out on the trail and race prep has started. We look forward to more snow and our winter season ahead. This race contributes to the love of winter, love of nature and the pursuit of winter exercise and enjoyment.

Once again, the Noquemanon Ski Marathon is pleased to have Blackrocks Brewery back as the official beer sponsor of the Noquemanon and their 51K IPA is the official beer of the Noquemanon. A full list of sponsors including the Delft, Donckers, and Eagle Mine are available on the race website and the race committee encourages participants, supporters of the Noquemanon, and supporters of the Noquemanon Trails Network, to support these establishments now and throughout the year..

For more information regarding this year’s Noquemanon Ski Marathon, please visit www.noquemanon.com. The Noquemanon Ski Marathon is part of the Noquemanon Trail Network (NTN), a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that promotes development of integrated, multi-use, non-motorized trails. For more information on the NTN visit www.noquetrails.org.

Block Busting Cinema: Steven Spielberg's The Post
2025-01-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Michigan
Block Busting Cinema: Steven Spielberg’s The Post
Friday, January 24, 2025. 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Teens, Seniors. In this Oscar-nominated drama starring Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks, director Steven Spielberg tells the story of a cover-up spanning four U.S. Presidents that pushes the country’s first female newspaper publisher and her editor to join in an unprecedented battle between press and government. Rated PG-13. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 906-226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

L'Anse - Blood Drive
2025-01-24 11:00 - 15:00 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Blood Drive
L’Anse Methodist Church
304 N. Main St.
Friday, January 24th
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Please donate the gift of life!

The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Legends & Lore 2 - Even More Legendary!
2025-01-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Michigan
The Marquette Regional History Center presents:
Legends & Lore 2 – Even more Legendary!

Thursday, January 23, 2025, 7:00 pm at Kaufman Auditorium

Jack Deo and Jim Koski will share “Legends and Lore II – Even More Legendary,” more stories of amazing individuals and historical quirks from throughout Marquette County’s 170+ year history. From community-defining moments to the people who built the U.P. to moments that may make you go “I remember that!,” the show will bring to light some forgotten aspects of local history with pictures, facts, and a good deal of laughs.
This fundraiser will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 7:00 pm at Kaufman Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now, and they make great gifts. All tickets are general seating this year. $20.00 if you buy tickets in advance.. Purchase tickets at marquettehistory.org, or in person at the History Center. They will increase by $5 at the door or by phone. Call 906.226.3571 for more info.

Houghton - Sowing 101
2025-01-23 18:00 | Nara Chalet and Interpretive Center, 501 Nara Loop, Houghton, MI, 49931
For 6 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23

Winter Sowing 101

Keweenaw Wild Ones invites everyone to Winter Sowing 101, to be held at the Nara Chalet and Interpretive Center in Houghton. The workshop is family friendly and includes everything you need to make your own mini-greenhouse and start growing native plants. Learn more and register at keweenaw.wildones.org.

Mind & Body with the Marquette Alzheimer's Association
2025-01-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Michigan
Mind & Body with the Marquette Alzheimer’s Association
Wednesday, January 22, 2025. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. In this new monthly series, a representative of the Alzheimer’s Association presents programs on aging, dementia, and health. Discover helpful information for caregivers and their loved ones dealing with mind/body issues. This month’s topic: New Advancements in Alzheimer’s Research. For more information, contact Marty at 906-226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit www.pwpl.info for more information.

Words & Music for Hope
2025-01-21 18:30 - 20:00 | Michigan
Words & Music for Hope
Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens, Family Friendly. Even in the darkest of times, there is hope. Join local poets and musicians for an evening of poems and songs to inspire hope and joy. Scheduled readers and performers include: Brian Wallen, Dylan Trost, Troy Graham, Beverly Matherne, Marty Achatz, Cloverland, Josh Brindle, and many more. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 906-226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit www.pwpl.info.

PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-01-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Michigan
PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, January 21, 2025. 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Shiras 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.

Dungeons and Dragons @ PWPL
2025-01-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Michigan
Dungeons and Dragons @ PWPL
Tuesday, January 21, 2025. 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. We have partnered up with Iron Golem Games to bring Dungeon and Dragons to the PWPL. Jordan, from Iron Golem Games and local DM’s, will lead groups of teens on an epic quest with this role-playing game. For students in grades 6-12. Registration is required, no admission charge. For more information and to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info or visit www.pwpl.info.
