UP Pro Wrestling: Marquette Mania 4
2026-04-25 19:00 UTC | Lakeview Arena, 401 E. Fair Avenue, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
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 deal in the wrestling world. He is considered as one of the best wrestlers in the history of professional wrestling, was a four time world champion, 11 time tag team champion, Champion of the inaugural WWF Hardcore Series, and a former Wrestlemania Headliner. He was voted Time Magazine’s Man of The Year but Time chose Bill Clinton instead as they did not think the vote was warranted (some consider this to be the first “mass trolling” event), but is most famous for a controversial cage match against the Undertaker (who was the main feature for a previous Marquette Mania). He’s also faced & shared the stage with icons such as, the Steiner Brothers (also featured in a previous Marquette Mania), Stone Cold Steve Austin, Executioner, Rick Flair, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and Hulk Hogan. Fans of wrestling will not want to miss Marquette Mania IV!

Powers of Pain – Made famous during the late 80s Wrestling Circa, but took off in popularity for their famous feuds during the early 90s. These tag team Champion Winners lead to Pro-Wrestling Illustrated naming this duo in the top 100 Tag Team Wrestlers.

Awesome Kong – Known for her success in the Knockouts Division, was ranked first on the inaugural list of Pro Wrestling Illustrated’s PWI Women’s 100 in 2008, and was inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame. Awesome Kong, Aka Kia Michelle Stevens, is also an actress, best known for playing Tammé “The Welfare Queen” Dawson, in the wrestling-themed Netflix original comedy series GLOW.

Dani Mo – Is one of the top female wrestlers taking the ring today with 12 Title Championships under her belt. With a background in Bodybuilding, Dani Mo is one of the fiercest competitors to watch live in action! Will Dani take another UPW Championship Title in 2026?

Leva Bates – Trained by the infamous “Dudley Boyz”, made appearances with Shimmer Women’s Athletes, Shine Wrestling, All Elite, and WWE NXT. Bates was also featured on Impact Wrestling as a villain who helped to abduct Sting and Hulk Hogan.

Melanie Cruise – Best known for appearances in All Elite Wrestling, Shimmer, and POWW with 5 Championship Titles! Cruise was ranked 25 of the best 50 single wrestlers, and won tag team of the year in 2018!

Mustafa Ali – was made famous during his time with the WWE in the cruiserweight division until 2023 when he returned to the Independent Circuit. Mustafa Ali can be seen today wrestling on TNA Impact! You will not want to miss Ali’s high flying style of wrestling and the famous “imploding 450° splash”. “In Ali We Trust”.
Parker Boudreaux – A newer name in WWE and NXT took a small hiatus from the scene to recovery from injury, but don’t be fooled! Boudreaux is back in action and stronger than ever defeating opponents left and right on the Gleat circuit in Japan. In July 2025, the Gleat President named him “the greatest fighter in the world”.

Madman Fulton – This three time Champion trained at the ASWA Center in Ohio, and signed with the WWE in 2012. Madman had several years experience crushing skulls before transitioning to Impact Wrestling and TNA where he shined in Ohio Versus Everything.
Big Kon – Has been featured in SmackDown, NXT Tag Team Champions, WrestleMania, and competed with Madman Fulton. Big Kon has won 17 Championships throughout his career!

Matt Riddle – Riddle made a name for himself by appearing on Spike TV’s The Ultimate Fighter 7 and went on to hold a four-fight winning streak in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) before pivoting his career to Pro Wrestling with the WWE, Major League Wrestling, and Independent Circuits. Riddle holds 28 Title Championships, ranked 5th in Wrestling Illustrated’s top 10 wrestlers. With Riddle’s UFC training and mixed martial arts styles, Matt’s matches will be truly something spectacular to watch.

Sampson – starred on the TruTV original series Hulk Hogan’s Micro Championship Wrestling, fought the Undertaker in the WWE, and made appearances on RAW. Sampson has 7 championships and is featured in the High Impact Wrestling Hall of Fame in Canada.

Melvin Hayes – Local UPW legend, The Wrestling Nerd, is back to retain the UPW Championship.

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NMU Arts Chorale, University Choir and Marquette Choral Society
2026-04-25 19:30, 2026-04-26 15:00 | Kaufman Auditorium, 611 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Saturday, April 25,
7:30 p.m.
Sunday, April 26,
3 p.m.
Kaufman Auditorium.
The two NMU Arts Chorale, University Choir and Marquette Choral Society concerts are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25, and 3 p.m. Sunday, April 26, at Kaufman Auditorium.

Tickets are available at nmu.universitytickets.com.

PWPL Presents: Toddler Storytime
2026-04-27 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-04-30 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Mondays & Thursdays April (6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30), 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
For children 18 to 36 months with a loving adult, siblings welcome. Stories and songs to engage the curious mind and wiggly body, followed by sensory play activities.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: All Booked Up: Can We Talk?
2026-04-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Monday, April 27, 2026.
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Dandelion Cottage Room.
Adults, Seniors. Join Marty 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: Hemlock by Melissa Maliveno.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: D&D Junior Campaign #2: Grades 4th & 5th
2026-04-27 16:30 - 18:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Mondays, April (13, 20, 27), 2026.
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
In-person registration at the Youth Services Desk required to claim your spot in a fantasy adventure! Registration opens on March 23. Registration will be for all 3 sessions of campaign #2. Experienced and first-time players welcome.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: GLPF Global Cinema: Endless Poetry
2026-04-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Monday, April 27, 2026.
5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.
Adults, Seniors, Teens. In this acclaimed film, a young man living in Santiago, Chile, goes against his family’s wishes and pursues a career as a poet.
Not rated.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
2026-04-28 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
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.

PWPL Presents: 1-ON-1 Tech Coaching for Seniors
2026-04-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesday, April (7, 14, 21, 28), 2026
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Local History Research Room.
Need help with the settings on your phone or iPad? Want to download travel apps before you leave town? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want, with the help of Christine Ault, retired teacher and librarian, Tuesday mornings from 10 AM – 1 PM during April and May 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 before each session and bring passwords with you.

PWPL Presents: Write On
2026-04-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays, April (7, 14, 21, 28) 2026.
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Teens join PWPL for four weeks of inspired writing in a supportive environment. Each week, a different local writer will engage with attendees to enhance and inspire creative expression.
For students in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Please visit pwpl.info to register.
For more information, please contact Amanda Pierce apierce@pwpl.info or (906)226-4321

Negaunee Public Library Presents: book bedazzling craft night
2026-04-28 17:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Tuesday, April 28
5:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library will offer a book bedazzling craft night at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 28. Crafters can bring a favorite book to decorate, or use a book that the library provides. This event is free and registration is appreciated. For more information or to register, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
2026-04-28 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Please announce the following recurring monthly event: for Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds.The meetings are held at the Portage Lake District Library at 6:30 pm., the last Tuesday of each month.
The dates are as follows:
April 28, 2026, 6:30 pm @ PLDL
May 26, 2026 6:30 pm @ PLDL
June 30, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL
July 28, 2026, 6:30 pm @PLDL
Thank you for your kind attention in announcing these meeting dates. Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is dedicated to the well-being of individuals living in our communities. Please feel free to call me (Sue Kauppi) at 906-369-4858 with any questions or concerns.

PWPL Presents: Bluesday Tuesday Concert
2026-04-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesday, April 28, 2026,
6:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Peter White Public Library hosts a blues concert sponsored by the Marquette Area Blues Society. This month’s band: TBA.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: All Booked Up: On Air
2026-04-29 09:00 - 10:00 | WLUC TV 6 Studios, 177 US-41 East, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
9 a.m.-10 a.m.
WLUC TV 6 Studios.
Adults, Teens, Seniors. Join Upper Michigan Today’s John Redfield, along with PWPL staff, for an on-air, in-person book discussion. This month’s book: Hemlock by: Melissa Maliveno.
No admission charge.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Baby Storytime
2026-04-29 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesdays April (8, 15, 22, 29), 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Songs, rhymes, stories and finger-plays for newborns to 17 months with a loving adult. Older siblings are welcome.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry Distribution
2026-04-29 12:00 | Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
Feeding America West Michigan 2026 mobile food pantry distribution

Location: Sacred Heart Church Calumet

Category: Free Community Event

Description:
A free drive through event at Sacred Heart Church Calumet serving up to 320 households with fresh produce, dairy, grains and other staple food items. No appointments; no payments; no income verification required.
Watch for signs on US 41 and Lake Linden Ave. in Laurium to follow entry and exit of the drive through event. Volunteers will help direct you and place your food box into your vehicle.

Contact: Jared Howard, President CLK Council of Churches
Email: clkcouncil@gmail.com
Phone: 906-337-2400

(2026 Dates: April 29/Wednesday; June24/Wednesday; August 26/Wednesday; October 28/Wednesday; December 29/Tuesday)

Negaunee Public Library Presents: Tyler Vertin, a financial advisor
2026-04-29 17:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Wednesday, April 29
5:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library will host Tyler Vertin, a financial advisor, at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 29, as he presents how attendees can outsmart the scammers. Incidents of financial fraud are on the rise. Learn how to spot certain red flags that may indicate a fraudulent encounter; learn about resources to use if you become a victim of fraud; and discover steps to take to protect your finances. This event is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: Building Club.
2026-04-30 15:00 - 16:30 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Thursday, April 30.
3:30-4:30 p.m.
Youth ages 5 and up are welcome to participate in a weekly building club, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30. Kids will discuss a topic that will be the focus of their creations, and then have time to build with blocks such as LEGO bricks. Participants can have their creations displayed in the library until the following meeting. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caring adult; older youth who are unaccompanied must be able to provide a caring adult’s phone number in case of emergency. This event is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

PWPL Presents: Pokémon Trading and Gaming
2026-04-30 16:00 - 17:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursdays, April (9, 23, 30), 2026.
4:00 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 pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Call For Art – Jurassic Art Summer Reading 2026
2026-05-01 00:00 - 2026-07-31 23:59 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
May 1st through July 31st, 2026.
Peter White Public Library Youth Services desk

Jurassic Art Reception on
August 4th, 2026
3:00pm-6:00pm

Calling all young artists! Youth of all ages are encouraged to submit art to the Peter White Public Library Youth Services desk beginning May 1st through July 31st, 2026. Artists may find inspiration in the Summer Reading: Unearth a Story theme, but are not confined to the given theme for their art pieces. We ask that your submissions do not exceed 12 inches in any direction, and that only one art piece is submitted per child. Submissions can be made at home, school, or during a library program. Informational handouts detailing submission guidelines are now available at the Youth Services Desk. All submissions will be entered into the Jurassic Art Summer Reading Installation. Art will be installed on the Lower Level Art Gallery wall of the Peter White Public Library starting in July 2026. There will be a Jurassic Art Reception on
August 4th, 2026 from 3-6pm as part of Summer Reading: Unearth a Story.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
2026-05-01 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Friday May 1, 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.

Blood Drive
2026-05-01 11:00 - 15:00 | L’Anse Methodist Church, 304 North Main Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Blood drive
Friday, May 1
11 am – 3 pm
L’Anse Methodist Church
Walk-ins are welcome.
The need for blood is always great. All donations remain in the UP to benefit our own hospitals. Please consider giving the gift of life!

PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection
2026-05-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, May (1, 8, 15, 22, 29) 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 visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Meditate Marquette Presents: A Year of Mindful Living
2026-05-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, May 2, 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room.
Four mindfulness meditation and yoga teachers invite you to engage in a year of mindful living. Each month, one of the teachers will present a topic that addresses the different dimensions where we can practice mindfulness and presence. The intent is for us to cultivate mindfulness, care, and well-being individually and in our love, business, and social relationships. These are drop-in sessions, although committing to a full year is a way to build a consistent mindfulness practice.
For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit pwpl.info.

Gay VFD Auxiliary Spring Festival Craft Show
2026-05-02 10:00 - 15:00 | Gay Community Hall, 8878 Second Street, Gay, Michigan
Join the Gay VFD Auxiliary Spring Festival Craft Show, Saturday, May 2 from 10am- 3pm at the Gay Community Hall. We have a great line-up of crafters for this show. Due to overwhelming response of the community, we are expanding the show to include vendor tables inside as well as outside along with East Fork Pasty and the Bagel Bus. Inside we will have a bake sale with cold beverages and coffee. Mark your calendars to join us! Come join in the fun and pick up a gift for Mother’s Day or any other special occasion. If you have any questions or more information call Sondi at 906-369-5335.

Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 10:00am -3:00pm
8878 Second Street, Gay, MI 49945

PWPL Presents: Local Author & Illustrator Visit - “There’s Gnome Place Like Marquette”
2026-05-02 11:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday May 2, 2026.
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Families with youth of all ages are invited to a special meet & greet with local author & illustrator Mary Anne Welch & Meghan Bjork. Their new picture book “There’s Gnome Place like Marquette” follows the Marquette adventures of a little gnome who wonders what it would be like to wander. Kids will be thrilled to recognize familiar features of Marquette as they follow the little gnome throughout the story! At the event Mary Anne and Meghan will read their story and answer questions. Kids will get to color pages from the book and take home a special scavenger hunt that will inspire them to wander with Little Gnome and maybe discover somewhere new in this beautiful place we call home. There will be copies of the book available for optional purchase and Mary Anne & Meghan will do book signings.
The event is free of charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

Small Business Week﻿
2026-05-03 00:00 - 2026-05-09 23:59
Small Business Week

May 3 – 9

Keweenaw Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner
2026-05-03 11:00 - 14:00 | Mohawk School, Mohawk, Michigan
Keweenaw Lions Club Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser!

Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 11am – 2pm
Mohawk School, 110 Stanton Avenue, Mohawk
$12 per dinner ~ Featuring Sauce by Mariner North

Enjoy Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Cole slaw, and Baked Goods
Dine-In with Carry-Out Available
Tickets available from any Lions Member. Call to order tickets: Marty & Syd 289-4306 or Brian 370-1454
100% of proceeds got to local charities

PWPL Presents: May the 4th be With You – Star Wars Day
2026-05-04 16:00 - 19:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Monday May 4, 2026.
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Lower Level.
Celebrate Star Wars day at the library! For families with youth of all ages. Calling all storm troopers, rebel fighters and jedi! Drop in for a craft, sensory play, Star Wars scavenger hunt and dress as your favorite character and take photos at the Star Wars Pop Up Photo Op. The film “A New Hope” will begin at 4:30pm with provided popcorn and a seated Star Wars craft in the Community Room. 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.
