Keep It In The UP!

Chassell All School Reunion Committee Meeting
2026-06-08 18:00 UTC | Chassell VFW, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell, Michigan, 49916
The Chassell All School Reunion Committee will meet on Monday, June 8, at 6 p.m. at the Chassell VFW to continue planning for the reunion picnic that will take place on Sunday, July 12th, 2026. All alumni are welcome to come to the meeting to give your thoughts or volunteer to take on a task at the reunion.
Call 906-523-4564 for more information.

ICPL Summer Reading Program Begins June 9th
2026-06-09 00:00 - 2026-06-13 23:59 | Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI, 49849, United States
The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library (ICPL) is excited to announce that their annual Summer Reading Program is set to begin on June 9th! This year’s summer reading theme is “Unearth A Story.”
ICPL’s Summer Reading Program is open to all ages—babies through adults are welcome to participate in the fun! Individuals can pre-register for the challenge online by downloading the Beanstack app or visiting ishpeminglibrary.beanstack.org. Participants are entered for prizes by logging their reading, writing reviews, and attending library programs. This year we are having an entire week dedicated to our Summer Reading Kick-Off! Between Tuesday, June 9th and Saturday, June 13th, you can visit the library to register for the reading program and choose a free book. Can’t make the kickoff? You can still register any time this summer. On Tuesday, June 9th from 10am-2pm, there is a special event for adults to drop-in and learn about the Summer Reading program while enjoying a cup of coffee and pastries.
Additionally, we have over 80 events planned across all age groups that are free and open to the public. On Tuesday, June 16th at 11am and 12:30pm, we are hosting the Michigan Science Center for a “Dinosaurs of Michigan” Hands-On Workshop for kids, tweens, and teens. You can call the library at 906-486-4381 to register. On Thursday, June 18th at 5:30pm, we welcome Tom Biron, a survivor of the Holy Childhood Native American Boarding School, to our library to share the truth about his experiences. Thursday, June 25th at 1pm, kids are invited to come learn all about fossils with the Michigan Geological Survey. Later that day at 5:30pm, adults are invited to join us for a poetry reading with Alex Vartan Gubbins featuring is new book, Decoding the Hill of Dead Kings. On Tuesday, June 30th at 11am local author MaryAnne Welch alongside illustrator Meghan Bjork will lead a special storytime featuring their viral picture book, Gnome Place Like Marquette. On Saturday, July 11th at 11am, there will be another special storytime featuring Chief Radabaugh of the Ishpeming Police Department who will read, “If You Give a Pig a Pancake”, with children in attendance receiving a free copy of the book. On Thursday, July 16th at 2pm, Michelle Briggs, Chief Park Ranger of the Soo Locks, will invite children to pretend they are aboard a freighter traveling from Marquette hauling iron ore. Throughout the course of the presentation children will learn about various jobs on board their “ship.”
Additionally, events for adults this year will focus on local/Michigan history as apart of the “Unearth A Story” centered programming, which we are so excited about! On Saturday, June 27th at 1pm, we will welcome Emily Cummings for a presentation on the Titanic and local ties to families in our area. On Wednesday, July 1st at 5:30pm, Jack Deo will be here to give a presentation featuring new photos of Negaunee, Ishpeming, Champion, and Michigamme that he has discovered! On Wednesday, July 8th at 5:30pm, Bill Jamerson will give a presentation through story and song about the history of our U.P. mining towns. On Wednesday, July 15th at 5:30pm, Michelle Briggs, Chief Park Ranger will present an Illustrated History of the Soo Locks alongside information about the Lock that is currently being built!
These are just some of the events happening throughout the summer, so please visit the library or check out ishpeminglibrary.info for more information about all the events happening. It will be a summer full of fun for all ages!
For more information, check out the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library’s active Facebook page and visit their website at ishpeminglibrary.info.

PWPL Presents: Storytime In the Park- Ohio St. Park
2026-06-09 09:30 - 10:00 | Williams Park, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Tuesdays June (9, 16, 23, 30), 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. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

KBIC Elder Nutrition Program
2026-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Ojibwa Senior Citizens, 208 Main Avenue, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
KBIC Elder Nutrition Program – Dream Catcher Class with Karen Andersen

Tuesday, June 9 from 10:00 am – Noon

Materials for 10 Elders. Must Register to reserve your spot 353-6096

PWPL Presents: 1-ON-1 Tech Coaching for Seniors
2026-06-09 10:00 - 13:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Tuesday, June (2,9,16,23), 2026
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 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 teach 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 to schedule a 30-minute session. Please charge your electronic device and have your questions prepared before each session. Bring your passwords and pins as needed.

Health Fair
2026-06-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Niiwin Akeaa Community Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Health Fair

This is a free community event, designed to encourage healthy lifestyles, prevent and manage disease, and connect you to resources.

JOIN US!
Tuesday, June 9th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Niiwin Akeaa Center, Baraga

For more information: Call Kelsey at 906-353-4517

PWPL Presents: Gather2Grow: Feeding America West Michigan
2026-06-09 11:30 - 13:00, 2026-06-11 11:30 - 13:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Tuesdays & Thursdays June (9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30), 2026.
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Lower Level Lobby.
PWPL is once again partnering with Feeding America West Michigan in the Gather2Grow summer meals program and will serve as a pickup site for shelf stable meals. Available at no cost to all youth (18 and under) and disabled adults up to age 26.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-06-09 17:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Tuesday, June 9, 2026.
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 and background materials are available on the library’s website: pwpl.info.
For more information call 906-226-4303.

PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
2026-06-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Tuesdays, June (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2026.
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fridays, June (5, 12, 26) 2026.
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two in-person mindfulness meditation programs each week this summer. Sessions will include a combination of talks, seated meditation, and movement practices. All individuals, regardless of previous experience or spiritual affiliation, are welcome to attend.
For further information, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Marquette City Manager Community Office Hours
2026-06-10 10:00 - 12:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Marquette City Manager Karen Kovacs will hold her next community office hours on Wednesday, June 10 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Shiras Room, on the top level of Peter White Public Library (Front Street side). The meeting is intended to provide an informal opportunity to discuss issues within the community, and to give citizens the opportunity for direct dialogue with City staff about interests and concerns.

KBIC Ataadiwin "A Classic TV-Style Quiz Game"
2026-06-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Ojibwa Senior Citizens, 208 Main Avenue, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
PN Language & Culture Department invited you to join in on the fun….ATAADIWIN A Classic TV-Style Quiz Game

Wednesday, June 10
Dinner: 5:00pm
Game Time: 5:45pm – 7:00pm
Location: Ojibwa Seniors Center, Baraga
Register by call Christine Awonohopay 353-6623 Ext 4277

We highly recommend signing up in advance for us to prepare.

Wednesday Night Farmers Market﻿
2026-06-10 17:00 - 20:00
Wednesday Night Farmers Market

Wednesdays, June – August, 5 – 8 pm

Downtown Marquette Farmers Market Announces 2026 Night Market Opener
2026-06-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Marquette Commons, 112 S. Third St., Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
The first market of the Downtown Marquette Wednesday Night Farmers Market 2026 season is Wednesday, June 10, from 5 PM – 8 PM on the 100 block of W. Washington St.
The Wednesday Evening Farmers Market is shutting down the 100 block of W. Washington St. in Downtown Marquette to bring the festive summer experience to the market and to the downtown every Wednesday this summer season. The Street closes at 3 pm and opens again at 9 pm. There will be no parking on the street during the closure.
Businesses that line the 100 block will be open during market hours, including market setup from 3 pm to 5 pm. The street will be blocked off and closed for pedestrian traffic during market setup hours.. Please utilize crosswalks at the ends of the block to cross the street till 5 pm.
Shoppers will be greeted with a bustling street market offering a wide array of vendors from across the community every Wednesday. Shoppers can choose from fresh, locally grown, seasonal flowers and produce, baked goods, locally raised meat, kombucha, coffee, bread, hot sauce, and more! Our artisans offer handcrafted goods such as soaps, lotions, jewelry, woodworking products, and knitted products, to name a few. The Information Booth is located at the intersection of Washington and Front St.
The Downtown Marquette Social District will be active during this time and extend into the street to offer Farmers Market attendees the opportunity to shop amongst the vendors with an alcoholic beverage purchased from a participating downtown restaurant or bar. To learn more about the Downtown Marquette Social District, visit www.downtownmarquette.org/social-districts.
Shoppers can plan for their market visit now by using the new resources available on the market’s website. The interactive Market Map allows shoppers to search for vendors and products, learn more about each vendor, and map their shopping experience accordingly. Additionally, the Vendors Directory page provides shoppers with links and information about each vendor, including specific offerings and which dates they will be at the market. Links to these resources can be found on the market’s homepage at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com.
The DMFM will continue to accept a wide array of food assistance programs, including EBT Bridge Card, P-EBT Card, Double Up Food Bucks, Fresh Food Access, and Food as Medicine vouchers. More information about accepted forms of payment can be found on the DMFM website at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com/paymentoptions.
For up-to-date information about the DMFM please follow them on Facebook and Instagram @mqtfarmersmarket or visit their website at www.mqtfarmersmarket.com and join the e-newsletter mailing list!
About The Marquette Downtown Development Authority and Farmers Market
Celebrating 50 years, established in 1976, the purpose of the Marquette Downtown Development Authority is to “halt property value deterioration and increase property tax valuation…to eliminate the causes of that deterioration and to promote economic growth” throughout Downtown Marquette. At times unexpected, Downtown Marquette is always alive with unique businesses, amazing flavors, welcoming events, vibrant arts, and boundless opportunities.
The Downtown Marquette Farmers Market is the largest market in the U.P., now in its 27th season. It welcomes farmers, growers, producers, and artisans.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Mystery Spot Marquette: A Walking Tour with Jim Koski
2026-06-10 18:30 | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
Wednesday, June 10,
6:30 p.m.
Meet at and return to the Marquette Regional History Center
Where we’ll go on this tour is a “mystery,” but it’s a short walk to the one place in Marquette where you can see more history than in any other. Plus, we’ll have fun bonus facts on the way there and the way back! Meet at and return to the MRHC.
$5 suggested donation.
For more info visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.

PWPL Presents: Concert on the Steps
2026-06-10 18:30 - 19:30 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Wednesdays, June (10, 17, 24), 2026,
6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Front Street Steps.
Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. Dust off your lawn chairs and unpack your picnic blankets–Concert on the Steps is back! This summer, enjoy an all-star lineup of incredible performances right on the library historical steps. Concerts run 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Front Street Steps. Inclement weather location is the Community Room.
Visit pwpl.info for the updated weather location!

Wednesday, June 10: Troy Graham
Wednesday, June 17: Chris Valenti
Wednesday, June 24: The Make-Believe Spurs

2026 Ironworkers Local 8 Apprenticeship Competition
2026-06-11 00:00 - 2026-06-12 23:59 | Ironworkers Local 8 Training Center, 1030 M-38 E, Harvey, Michigan, 49855
2026 Ironworkers Local 8 Apprenticeship Competition

Thursday, June 11 from 9:45 am to 4:30 pm
Friday, June 12 from 7 am to 1 pm

Ironworkers Local 8 Training Center, 1030 M-28 E, Harvey, MI 49855

Contact Jen Eyer, jeneyer@gmail.com, 734-846-1566

Thursday, June 11
9:45 am – 11:45 am
Red – Weld/Burn
White – Layout and Rigging
Blue – Arch/Orn (beam cutting and rebar side competitions)
11:45 am – 12:30pm
Lunch
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
White – Weld/Burn
Blue – Layout and rigging
Red – Arch/Orn (beam cutting and rebar side competitions)
2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Blue – Weld/Burn
Red – Layout and Rigging
White – Arch/Orn (Beam cutting and rebar side competitions)
4:30 pm
Closing

Friday, June 12
7:00 am – 8:30 am
Rebar Competition
8:30 am – 9:30 am
column Climb
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Cash Games – Rivet Toss, spud Throw, Chainfall Races, Rebar
11:30 am – 12:00 pm
Lunch
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Awards

Better Together Gathering
2026-06-11 09:30 | Zion Lutheran Church, 13511 Roland Lake Road, Skanee, Michigan, 49962
BETTER TOGETHER will meet on Thursday, June 11 at 9:30 at Zion Lutheran Church on 400 Ingot Street in Hancock. The speaker will be Andrea Morse, a teacher at the Houghton Elementary School. Andrea’s topic will be “My Daily Bread.” She will also provide the special music. All area women are invited to attend this fun and inspiring event. A brunch will be served and there is a suggested donation of $10. All proceeds over the cost of the event will be donated to local charities. To reserve a spot call Barb Worrall at 906-523-4445 or email judyusitalo@hotmail.com

Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry
2026-06-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Rd, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
10:00am and continue while supplies last or until 11:30am
Thursday, June 11
Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road in Harvey
Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are partnering with Feeding America West Michigan to host a Mobile Food Pantry. Distribution will take place at Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Road in Harvey, on Thursday, June 11. Food distribution will begin at 10:00am and continue while supplies last or until 11:30am. Food will be available for approximately 600 families. This will be a drive-thru event with directions given by parking lot attendants. Guests are asked to remain in their cars and have adequate space prepared in their trunk or back seat in advance to allow the distribution team to place food boxes directly in the vehicle. Businesses or organizations that are interested in supporting these monthly mobile food pantries through monetary donations or by volunteering are encouraged to call 906.249.1715 for more information.

Better Together
2026-06-11 12:00 | Zion Lutheran Church, 13511 Roland Lake Road, Skanee, Michigan, 49962
Better Together will meet on Thursday, June 11 at the Zion Lutheran Church on 400 Ingot Street in Hancock. Our special guest will be a husband and wife due. The speaker will be Lois Weber of Hancock and her topic will be, “Why Am I Here?” Her husband, retired Pastor Dave Weber will perform some of his original music. All area women are cordially invited to attend this fun and inspiring event. A brunch will be served and there is a suggested donation of $10. All proceeds over the cost of the event will be donated to local charities. To reserve your spot call Barb Worrall at 906-523-4445 or email judyusitalo@hotmail.com. The group has a Facebook page at “Better Together in the Keweenaw” for more information.

BRIDGEFEST Schedule
2026-06-11 14:00 - 21:00 | Hancock, MI
BRIDGEFEST

THURSDAY, JUNE 11TH 2:00pm – 9:00pm…Helicopter Rides, Ramada Inn, Hancock*

PWPL Presents: Artist Reception
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Thursday, June 11, 2026.
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery and Deo Gallery.
Teens, Adults, Seniors. Join us for two artist receptions in one night! Speak with the artists about their work and exhibits on display.

Huron Mountain Club Gallery – 80 Years Of Fiber Arts In Marquette by Yarnwinders Fiber Guild
Deo Gallery – Inspirations From Nature, Two Visions by Monica Zender & Marvin Zender

PWPL Presents: Marquette Poets Circle
2026-06-11 18:30 - 20:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Thursday, June 11, 2026,
6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.
Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Join local poets, writers, and poetry enthusiasts for an evening of poetry. Starting at 6:30 p.m., participants gather to workshop their current work, followed by an Open Mic at 7:15 p.m. New and experienced poets are welcome for either or both events.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

2026 L'Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule
2026-06-11 19:00 | L’Anse Waterfront, L'Anse, Michigan
2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule

Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm
June 11 Uncle Pete’s Red Hot Revue – big band brazzy and jazzy
June 18 Gordon Lightfoot Tribute – Tribute
June 25 Rolling Thunder – Traditional country & more
July 2 Copy That – Country, Smooth, Jazz, Rock
July 9 Jack Joliff – Country, country, country
July 16 Aura Jamboree Preview – Variety of music
July 23 Cathy Bolton – Sweetness in Pops
July 30 The Knockabouts – Music from the Celtic World
Aug 6 Keweenaw Brewgrass – Bluegrass & western swing
Aug 13 Lighning Ridge – A variety of country classics
Aug 20 Chad Borgen – A rock and roll country band
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

Noteworthy Spring Concert "Fab, Fun, and Female: A Soiree of Song"
2026-06-11 19:00 | Houghton High School, 1603 Gundlach Road, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
Noteworthy will hold its upcoming spring concert, “Fab, Fun, and Female: A Soirée of Song,” at 7 p.m., Thursday, June 11, at the Houghton High School Auditorium

“Noteworthy is a fun, fabulous group of women, and for this concert we thought, ‘Why not do songs that are just like us?” said director Joan Harbour. “As well as familiar tunes, we have a few playful numbers that I know our audience will really like.”

The concert also features Wende Jonas Hill, a local folk/rock singer who performs with Dodge Street Band, Trees, and Soundwaves.

Noteworthy is the region’s only women’s barbershop chorus, with a repertoire of familiar, singable melodies performed in four-part harmony.

The program includes “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “One Fine Day” and “Together Wherever We Go.” No concert about being female would be complete without Helen Reddy’s “I Am Woman,” and all ladies in the audience will appreciate the whimsical ditty “A Dress with Pockets.”

Noteworthy does not charge admission for its concerts. A free will offering will be taken to benefit the Upper Peninsula Human Trafficking Task Force.

For more information or to find out about joining Noteworthy, contact Harbour at 906-482-5088 or noteworthychorus@gmail.com .

Keweenaw Bay Classic Fishing Tournament
2026-06-12 00:00 - 2026-06-13 23:59 | L’Anse
Keweenaw Bay Classic Fishing Tournament brought to you by Baraga County Next Gen.

June 12 and 13, 2026
Registration after May 17 per boat is $200.00

L’Anse, MI

One of the biggest 100% payout tournaments in Michigan

BRIDGEFEST Schedule
2026-06-12 10:00 - 23:59
FRIDAY, JUNE 12TH
10:00am – 9:00pm Helicopter Rides, Ramada Inn, Hancock*
11:00am – 3:00pm Kids Day on Quincy Green, Hancock*
11:00am – 3:00pm Kite Flying @Quincy Mine Shaft, Hancock*
3:00pm – 12:00am Vendors on Waterfront
3:00pm – 12:00am Food, Beverages, and Music
4:00pm – 8:00pm…Music – Uncle Pete’s Red Hot Revue
5:30pm……………….Parade Line Up @S. Lincoln Drive, Hancock*
7:00pm……………….Thatcher Markham Memorial Run Hancock to Houghton
7:05pm……………….Bridgefest Parade 2026 Hancock to Houghton
9:00pm – 12:00am Music – Rewind

PWPL Presents: Docu Cinema: Sunken Roads: Three Generations After D-Day
2026-06-12 12:00 - 14:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Friday, June 12, 2026.
12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Adults, Seniors. In honor of the anniversary of D-Day, PWPL screens this powerful documentary about a young woman who joins eight D-Day veterans on a road trip to retrace their steps from World War II, confronting 70 years of lingering trauma. Not Rated.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Thatcher Markham Memorial Run
2026-06-12 19:00 | Hancock, MI
Thatcher Markham Memorial Run presented by Aspirus Health

Friday, June 12th @ 7:00pm
Run or Walk in Front of the Bridgefest Parade (And Watch the Parade Too!)
Register at: runsignup.com/thatchermarkhammemorialrun
