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  • Emberlight Festival Art in the Park

    Miners Memorial Heritage Park 771 E Ayer St., Ironwood, MI, United States

    June 27 – August 22 Miners Memorial Heritage Park 771 E Ayer St. Ironwood, MI 49938   Free event   Sponsored by the Gogebic Community College Foundation, in memory of Alex Marciniak.   From June 27 through August 22, visitors are invited to wander the 1.2-mile Aurora Loop and discover large-scale installations nestled among towering pines, winding trails, and the rugged beauty of the Northwoods. Created by artists from across the region, this year’s exhibition reflects Emberlight’s 2026 theme, New Ways to Dream – exploring imagination, transformation, memory, identity, and the power of collective creativity.   Alongside this year’s juried

  • Youth Wellbeing Event

    Quincy Green 401 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan

    Middle schoolers invited to Heads UP, July 21 in Hancock Copper Shores Community Health Foundation has partnered with UP Health System – Portage for Heads UP – a Youth Wellbeing Event, an exciting day of food, fun and fitness for students entering grades five through eight. Heads UP is on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Quincy Green in Hancock.   Local students are invited to join health professionals in healthful, engaging activities designed to inspire and educate young minds.   “This event introduces kids to tools that support long-term physical and mental health,” said

  • Beaumier Center Highlights Mary Jayne Hallifax’s Photography

    NMU Beaumier Heritage Center 1401 Presque Avenue, Gries Hall,, Marquette, MI, United States

    exhibition opens July 9 and will be on display through Oct. 3 The Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center The Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center at NMU will open a new exhibition July 9 that features the work of one of the U.P.’s most prolific photographers. It is titled “Munising in Black & White: The Photographs of Mary Jayne Hallifax.” She was an in-demand commercial photographer who also captured numerous candid images of her hometown over seven decades. Hallifax died in 2025 at the age of 96 and donated many of her original negatives to photograph collector Jack Deo, who is loaning 60

  • CCCAC Summer Arts Camp

    Copper Country Community Arts Center 126 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan

    Copper Country Community Arts Center Summer Arts Camp   Summer Arts Camp is five exciting days of art making & exploration for kids entering 3rd-6th grades!  We’re excited to bring back Summer Arts Camp, now in its 36th year!   Mon-Fri 12:30-3:30pm Session 1:  August 3-7 OR Session 2:  August 10-14   Fee:  $95 for either week!  The deadline to register for either session is Tuesday, July 28 or until camp fills.  Stop by, call us at 906-482-2333 or to register online visit:  coppercountryarts.com/art-camp   This year’s Summer Arts Camp coordinator Charlotte Haanela, along with guest artists, will guide students

  • Copper Country Angel Mission Starts Annual Socks & Undies Drive for Local Students

    Copper Country Angel Mission Starts Annual Socks & Undies Drive for Local Students   Help Local Students Start the School Year with Confidence   Copper Country Angel Mission is launching its annual Socks & Undies Drive to collect new socks and underwear for local children in need, from toddlers through teenagers. The goal is to help every school-aged child begin the year with dignity, comfort, and the confidence that comes from having brand-new essentials.   Distribution The Angel Mission is again partnering with The Salvation Army – Copper Country – Bread of Life Center to distribute these essentials through CCAM’s

  • Emberlight Festival Emberlight Photographers Exhibition

    Historic Depot Museum 150 N Lowell St., Ironwood, MI, United States

    July 15 – August 22 Historic Depot Museum 150 N Lowell St. Ironwood, MI 49938   Free event   This annual exhibition transforms moments both grand and intimate into works of visual storytelling. Featuring the work of Emberlight’s acclaimed photography team and guest artists, these images form a vivid portrait not only of a region, but of the artists who continue to interpret it through their own unique lenses.   https://emberlight.org/event/emberlight-photographers-2026/  

  • Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership to Host Delegation from Higashiomi Japan

    The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership is proud to announce the 2026 incoming delegation from our sister city Higashiomi, Japan, celebrating our 47th year of sister city relations. A delegation of seven Higashiomi citizens will arrive in Marquette on July 19 and depart on July 29, 2026, Our seven delegates are the Deputy Mayor, a Higashiomi City Council member, Higashiomi City Staff, members of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Higashiomi International Exchange Association, and Higashiomi citizens. The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership Committee is proud to host the events for the Sister City delegation. The Japanese delegation is led

  • Lake Superior Day

    Sand Point Lighthouse Lighthouse Road, Baraga, Michgian

    Lake Superior Day   Join us for a celebration of Gichigami!  The day will start with a water ceremony and a beach cleanup and finish with games and other fun activities.  Lunch will be provided.  Please bring a feast bundle to help us reduce waste.   July 20th, 2026 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Sand Point Lighthouse, Lighthouse Road, Baraga.   Day includes:  Beach Cleanup, Lunch, Scavenger Hunt, Art Contest, and More. Questions?  contact Emily Shaw or Cera Shelafoe 906-524-5757.

  • PWPL Presents: Alex Thomas And Friends Puppet Show

    pwpl 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, United States

    Monday July 20, 2026. 10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Three baby dinosaurs are about to hatch—and you get a front-row seat! This interactive puppet show brings the prehistoric world roaring to life as adorable baby dinosaur puppets crack out of their eggs during the live performance. Through fun storytelling, audience participation, and plenty of dino-mite moments, you’ll explore different dinosaur species, ancient ecosystems, and the exciting world of paleontology. It’s an egg-cellent blend of education and entertainment that’s perfect for young dinosaur enthusiasts! Youth of all ages welcome, under 8 must have an adult present in the show with them.