Events

Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week online workshop, designed for the non-professional, informal family caregiver, will be held on Thursdays, March 19 through April 23, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Eastern) via Zoom. Research studies find high rates of depression and anxiety among caregivers and increased vulnerability to health problems. Caregivers frequently cite restriction of personal activities and social life as problems. In addition, caregivers often feel a lack of control over events and a sense of powerlessness which can have a significant negative impact on their physical and emotional health. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will provide caregivers

Thursday, April 16 3:30-4:30 p.m.  The Negaunee Public Library is hosting a building club. Youth ages 5 and up are welcome to participate in a weekly building club, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16. 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

Thursday, April 16, 2026.  4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Great Room.  Join us for a fun and interactive introduction into the Spanish language and the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries! Kids will learn basic Spanish vocabulary through games, stories, and hands-on activities. Open to kids in Kindergarten through 6th grade.  No admission charge.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Forest Roberts Theatre April 9-11 and 16-18. 7:30 p.m April 11 (sensory-friendly) & 18 1 p.m.   Northern Michigan University Theatre & Dance will present “9 to 5,” a musical based on the 1980 film featuring an original score by country music singer Dolly Parton. Show dates are Thursday-Saturday, April 9-11 and 16-18. The musical follows office workers Violet, Judy and Doralee, who reach their breaking point under their sexist and self-centered boss. Instead of backing down, they come up with a bold plan to turn the tables and take control of their workplace. What unfolds is a mix of

Forest Roberts Theatre April 9-11 and 16-18. 7:30 p.m April 11 (sensory-friendly) & 18 1 p.m.   Northern Michigan University Theatre & Dance will present “9 to 5,” a musical based on the 1980 film featuring an original score by country music singer Dolly Parton. Show dates are Thursday-Saturday, April 9-11 and 16-18. The musical follows office workers Violet, Judy and Doralee, who reach their breaking point under their sexist and self-centered boss. Instead of backing down, they come up with a bold plan to turn the tables and take control of their workplace. What unfolds is a mix of

Thursday, April 16,  7:30 p.m.  Reynolds Recital Hall The NMU Trombone Choir will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16, in Reynolds Recital Hall under the direction of Stephen Grugin. The annual concert will showcase a variety of music highlighting the versatility of the trombone ensemble.    Tickets are available at nmu.universitytickets.com.   

Registration fees are $195 per team until May 8th and $215 May 9th until May 13th.  Be a Part of U.P. History  What makes The Big Bay Relay different from any other relay? It is the Upper Peninsula’s most esteemed and historic race relay event. Join the Noquemanon Trail Network in celebrating the 48th annual Big Bay Relay kicking off at the Kaufman Sports Complex Saturday, May 16th 2026!  The relay welcomes runners of all levels and we cannot wait to see what creative team names our runners come up with for the 2026 race! Teams are composed of five

Deadline June 12, 2025.  The Marquette Kiwanis Club proudly announces our 31st year of sponsoring the Marquette July 4th Parade with the City of Marquette-starting at 2 pm on Saturday July 4th at McClelland & W. Washington. Online Application to enter Parade, click the link and fill out the application form at https://bit.ly/KiwanisMQTParadeApplication. Theme: One Nation Indivisible – Celebrating 250 Years!    To encourage youth participation, 10 grants of $150 to defray float costs along with fee waivers will be given to youth sports, dance and theater groups. Contact Pam Simmons to apply (see below). Also, we offer an accessible

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.