Events

Thursday, April 23 6:15 p.m Vandament Arena  Comedian Sal Vulcano of “Impractical Jokers” fame will make a stop at Northern Michigan University on his “Everything’s Fine” tour Thursday, April 23. Doors to Vandament Arena open at 6:15 p.m. and the show begins at 7. Vulcano is an improvisational and stand-up comedian best known for co-creating, executive producing and starring in one of the most recognized and long-standing comedy shows of all time. “Impractical Jokers” now on the TBS network, is in its 11th season and has produced multiple spinoff shows. Alongside his co-stars from the series, Vulcano performs as part

Thursday, April 23, 2026,  6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. Michigan Notable writer, artist, and educator Cindy Hunter Morgan discusses the process of creating limited edition artist books. Come learn about this fascinating art form and admire some of Morgan’s creations.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Tuesdays & Fridays April (7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28), 2026.  10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  Peter White Public Library Great Room.  Preschool age children. Stories, songs, finger-plays, crafts and other school-readiness activities for preschool age children and a loving adult. Siblings welcome.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Fridays, April (10, 17, 24) 2026.  Noon – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room. In partnership with several area organizations, this hour-long event offers a safe space to pause, reflect, and build meaningful connections with others who are committed to cultivating kindness in our world. Each week, a different organization takes the lead, with experienced educators and leaders facilitating. This rotating format ensures diverse perspectives and practices while maintaining a shared commitment to the Charter for Compassion and the Circle of Trust principles.  For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or

Friday, April 24, 2026.  12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors. Cindy Hunter Morgan, author of the Michigan Notable Book Harborless and cofounder of the Filmetry Festival of Poetry and Film in Lansing, screens some of the festival’s award-winning short films based on the poems of noted writers.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info to register.  

Fridays, April (10, 17, 24), 2026.  4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Great Room. Meet other LEGO enthusiasts and build LEGO projects with the library’s LEGO blocks. Family friendly, children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Saturday, April 25, 2026.  10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Calling all families with kids aged 3-8 to join us for a very special Wild Rumpus Preschool Prom! Limited required registration opens in-person at the Youth Services Desk on April 13; register for only 1 of the 2 available Preschool Prom sessions. Costumes and dress-up encouraged. There will be a photo booth, snacks, and of course – dancing!  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Saturday, April 25, 2026.  11:00 a.m.  Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.  Come listen to the winners and participants from the annual Great Lakes Teen Poetry Contest.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Saturday, April 25, 2026.  10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Calling all families with kids aged 3-8 to join us for a very special Wild Rumpus Preschool Prom! Limited required registration opens in-person at the Youth Services Desk on April 13; register for only 1 of the 2 available Preschool Prom sessions. Costumes and dress-up encouraged. There will be a photo booth, snacks, and of course – dancing!  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Lakeview Arena 401 East Fair Ave, Marquette, MI 49855 April 25, 2026 7:00 PM U.P. Pro Wrestling (UPW) returns to the Marquette Lakeview Arena, for the biggest wrestling event in the Upper Peninsula’s history! Some big names in wrestling culture and history are on the books this year, so mark your calendars for April 25, 2026!  Watch Pro Wrestling Legends during the main event, and even meet your favorite wrestlers before the event for an additional cost.  The Line-UP:   Mick Foley –  “Hardcore Legend”, Aka Cactus Jack or Dude Love. For those not familiar, Mick Foley is a big