The Copper Country Beekeeping Club will meet on Tuesday, March 4 at 6:30 pm at the Carnegie Museum in Houghton. Please use the lower level entrance. This month, we’ll be showcasing key highlights from the Midwest HoneyBee Expo and offering tips on how to prepare for a successful season ahead. Buzz on by!
He Went Down with His Ship: Captain Burke and the Steamer Arlington Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. At the Marquette Regional History Center Scuba diver and historian Dan Fountain will take you on the voyage of the Arlington. In the summer of 2023, a group of shipwreck hunters set out for the middle of Lake Superior in search of a shipwreck. They succeeded in finding an intact steel steamer in deep water, but what was it? Subsequent ROV dives to the wreck revealed its unexpected identity, and further research revealed that the wreck had tales to tell of
The League of Women Voters of Marquette County will hold its next general membership meeting on Wednesday, March 5th at 6:45 p.m. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in Studio 1 on the Lower Level of the Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St., Marquette. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. All community members are welcome to attend. For more information, send an email to lwvmqtco@gmail.com. If inclement weather,
NEA Big Read Marty Achatz Creative Writing Workshop Thursday, March 6, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Marty Achatz (two-time U.P. Poet Laureate) will lead participants through writing prompts based on Roz Chast’s Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?, exploring the theme of home and the people who make/made us. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.
“Spring is almost here, and that means it’s time to Play Ball! Portage Lake Little League is gearing up for another fun, exciting season and we want you to be a part of the action! Registration is open now for T-ball, baseball, and softball, but will close on Friday, March 14th. Visit the Portage Lake Little League website or Facebook page to sign up today!”
Knights of Columbus 2934 is having a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent Fish Fry Dates : March 7th, March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, April 4th and April 11th at St. Ann’s Church Hall, Baraga from 4:30p to 6:30p Serving: Fried and/or Baked Cod, French Fries and/or Potato Wedges, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw and Dessert Cost: Adults – $15.00 – Children 5-12 $6.00 and Under 5 Free
Repair Café Saturday, March 8, 2025. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Toss it? No way! The Repair Café is back thanks to a partnership with the Marquette Sustainability Coalition. Bring in broken household goods such as appliances, clothing, or bikes and skilled fixers with assist you in repairing them. This is a great way to save money, learn valuable repair skills, and reduce your environmental impact. No admission charge. For further information, please contact mqtsustainability@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.
NEA Big Read Tyler Tichelaar Keynote: Chief Kawbawgam Saturday, March 8, 2025, 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. Marquette Regional History Museum. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Keynote Presentation: Tyler Tichelaar (award-winning author). Tyler Tichelaar will present information on local historical figure Charles Kawbawgam based on his book Kawbawgam: The Chief, the Legend, the Man. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.
UPCC Apprentice of the Year Banquet WHEN: Saturday, March 8, 2025. Program begins at 6:15 p.m. WHERE: Island Resort and Casino, W 399 U.S. Rte 2, Harris, MI 49845 DETAILS: The UPCC will hold its annual Apprentice of the Year banquet to recognize outstanding apprentices in the U.P. construction industry. Eighteen apprentices have been nominated for the title. The winner will receive $1,000, and two runners up will each receive $500. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, who has announced his intention to run for Michigan governor, will be the guest speaker. CONTACT: Jen Eyer, jeneyer@gmail.com, 734-846-1566
NEA Big Read Roz Chast Virtual Keynote Monday, March 10, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Author Roz Chast will participate in a Q&A on the subject matter/themes of Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant? and the challenges/rewards of writing a graphic memoir. Elizabeth Peterson from WLUC TV 6 will be the guest moderator. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.