• NMU Presents Immersive ‘Alice in Wonderland’

      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

  • Valentine’s Tea & Book Sale at Negaunee Public Library

    The Friends of the Negaunee Public Library will host their annual Valentine’s Tea and Book Sale, from 12 noon to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 11, at the Negaunee Public Library. The public is invited to attend, learn more about the library and the Friends group, enjoy refreshments, and purchase books. This event is free to attend. All book sales are by donation.

  • CITY OF MARQUETTE ART WEEK PLANNING MEETINGS

    The City of Marquette Office of Arts & Culture invites the community to participate in drop-in Art Week Brainstorming and Planning Meetings on Tuesday, February 11, from 2:00-4:00 P.M. and 5:00-6:45 P.M. at the Marquette Arts & Culture Center (lower level of Peter White Public Library). These informal sessions provide a space to explore project ideas, find inspiration, and connect with others. Attendees are welcome to stay for any portion of the meeting-attendance is optional and not required to submit a project proposal. Sessions will focus on 2025 events, partnership opportunities, this year’s theme-STORIES, revisiting past Art Week projects, and exploring event venues. Supported by the

  • MARQUETTE CITY MANAGER COMMUNITY OFFICE HOURS

    Marquette City Manager Karen Kovacs will hold her next community office hours on Wednesday, February 12 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.

  • Hancock – Nordic Film Series

    Finnish American Heritage Center 435 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michgian

    An award-winning film produced in 2003 by famed director Klaus Härö will be shown on Wednesday, February 12 at 2 p.m. at the Finnish American Heritage Center as the latest offering of the Center’s Nordic Film Series.   “Invisible Elina” is a riveting tale about grief, love, betrayal and loyalty with a 9-year-old girl as the focal point of the story. In rural Sweden of the early 1950s, little Elina goes to school again after recovering from tuberculosis, the same illness that killed her father a few years earlier. Elina’s family belongs to Finnish-speaking minority frowned upon by a staunch

  • Noah Bauer Concert

      Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors.  Join celebrated local singer/songwriter Noah Bauer for a concert featuring songs from his newly released album, Lunitidal Interval.  An eclectic evening of music sure to satisfy everyone’s musical taste buds.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

  • Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry

    Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are partnering with Feeding America West Michigan to host the first Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry of 2025. Taking place on Thursday, February 13. Food distribution will begin at 10:00am and continue while supplies last or until 11:30am. Food will be available for approximately 550 families. Due to changes with Feeding America West Michigan, proxy pickup will be limited. 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

  • UPCM Valentine’s Eve Dance

    Join us for our Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum: “Valentine’s Eve Dance” Thursday, February 13, 2025 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Experience hands-on craft activities, and FREE Culver’s Frozen Custard. FREE to participate.

  • Artist Reception  at Peter White Public Library

      Thursday, February 13, 2025. 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery and MACC 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. PWPL Huron Mountain Club Gallery – Second Nature by Emily Weddle & Meredith Weddle D’Amore MACC Deo Gallery – Knowing the Land by Todd Carter

  • School’s Out, Library’s In: Trolls 

    School’s Out, Library’s In: Trolls Friday February 14, 2025 12:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services. Youth of all ages, drop by the library for this special schools’ out day! Crafts and activities available for drop-in participation between 12pm-5pm. There will be Cloud Dough Sensory Play in the Great Room and Rainbow scratch art in the Makerspace. The film “Trolls: Band Together” will begin at 12:45pm in the Community Room – Kids are welcome to bring lunch or snacks for the movie. Kids under the age of 8 must have an adult present with them in the