Stuff a Blue Goose
2025-11-21 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | Larry’s Market, 204 US Hwy 41, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Troopers from the Michigan State Police Calumet Post and five grocery stores in Baraga and Houghton counties will be working together to host “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE” Harvest Gathering charity events. The purpose is to raise food donations for local food pantries.

Troopers will be at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton, Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden, Larry’s Market in Baraga, Pat’s Foods in L’Anse, Pat’s Foods in Calumet, to assist in the collection of donated food items. A “BLUE GOOSE” patrol car will be at the sites to haul donated items to local food pantries at the conclusion of the events. The events will be as follows:

Friday, November 21, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Larry’s Market in Baraga

Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. at Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in L’Anse

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in Calumet

All grocery stores will have pre-made bags available for purchase, which will be stuffed in the “BLUE GOOSE”. Each bag will be pre-filled with non-perishable food items. You may also donate your own non-perishable food items.

There is a significant need for food items in our local pantries and the participation and involvement from the public is greatly appreciated. Come help “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE”.

PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection
2025-11-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, November (7, 14, 21) 2025. 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: Global Cinema: Wolfgang Petersen’s Das Boot: Director’s Cut
2025-11-21 12:00 - 15:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Friday, November 21, 2025.
12:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community
Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. In this acclaimed German film, a U-boat patrols the waters of the North Atlantic during World War II, its young crew dealing with the terror and claustrophobia of a submariner. Rated R. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: LEGO Club
2025-11-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, November (7, 14, 21), 2025. 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Meet other LEGO enthusiasts and build LEGO projects with the library’s LEGO blocks. Family friendly, 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.

HOLIDAY LASERS ON THE ORE DOCK
2025-11-21 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-27 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Lower Harbor Ore Dock, City Multi Use Path, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Experience the magic of the season in downtown Marquette! The historic Lower Harbor Ore Dock will light up for the holidays with dazzling laser displays by Fresh Coast Light Lab, every Thursday through Saturday from 6-9 PM on the north side of the dock.

This free, family-friendly show offers something new each week from festive and winter-themed scenes to colorful, abstract displays inspired by Marquette itself. While you’re downtown, warm up with dinner, local brews, or a little holiday shopping just steps away.

2025 DATES
November 20 – December 27 & New Year’s Eve

Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 6-9 PM

Thanksgiving Market
2025-11-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Marquette Commons, 112 S. Third St., Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Date: November 22nd
Date: 10am – 2pm
Location: Marquette Commons
Get ready for the return of the Thanksgiving Market on Saturday, November 22 at the Marquette Commons! Whether you’re looking for last-minute Thanksgiving essentials or kicking off your holiday gift shopping, this market has something for everyone. Don’t miss the chance to find perfect gifts, festive decorations, and delicious treats, all while supporting local businesses.

November Markets Are Here!
2025-11-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Marquette Commons, 112 S. Third St., Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Even with the current shutdown, you can still use your remaining SNAP benefits at the Downtown Marquette Farmers Market! Plus, with Double Up Food Bucks, you can get up to $20 extra to spend on fresh, local produce. SNAP can be used at the Market through November, and Double Up can be matched to any SNAP amount of $20 or less.

SNAP and Double Up will be accepted by vendors at the market through our last Saturday Farmers Market on November 22.

Double Up Bonus Bucks are here!
We have 69 sheets available – each worth $40.
Come to the Market Information Booth and show your Michigan Bridge Card at checkout. You can receive $40 in printed vouchers while supplies last.
– If you have funds on your card, we can do a Double Up match.
– If you don’t, you can still get a sheet – no balance needed!
Use your coupons at the market on Produce through November 22.

Gay VFD Auxiliary Holiday Festival Craft Show
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Gay Community Hall, 8878 Second Street, Gay, Michigan
Join us Saturday, November 22, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. for the Gay VFD Auxiliary Holiday Festival Craft Show.

All of the spaces have been filled and our Boutique will feature Holiday Decor and winter apparel. We have many new and returning artisans, and crafters. Grab lunch from the award winning East Fork Pasty Co., and Copper Island Bagels. We will also have a bakery sale.
Come join in the festivities, have lunch and bring home some wonderful one of a kind Christmas gifts.
Saturday, November 22, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
8878 Second Street, Gay, MI 49945

Holiday Craft & Vendor Show
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:00 | American Legion Post 144, 115 N. Front Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
HOLIDAY CRAFT & VENDOR SHOW

November 22nd from 10 to 3pm
American Legion Post #144
Kitchen Opens 11 – 2

Cindy’s Sweets, Little Huron, Tupperware, Huron Mountain Lapidary, Homemade Crafts & gifts, Handmade Cards, Homemade soaps, Quilts, Pillowcases, Fruitcakes & Much, Much More….

PWPL Presents: Saturday Storytime
2025-11-22 11:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturdays, November (1, 15, 22), 2025.
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Songs, rhymes, stories and finger-plays geared towards babies through preschool with a loving adult. Older siblings and older children 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: Learn Magic The Gathering at PWPL
2025-11-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, November 22, 2025.
1:00 pm –3:00pm.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
All Ages Welcomed. Come learn about the popular card game Magic the Gathering. We are partnering with Iron Golem Games for all to learn this popular card game.All participants will receive a free welcome deck and promotional items.*While supplies lasts* For more information and to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info
or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: All Booked Up: Can We Talk?
2025-11-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.
Adults, Seniors. Join Marty and Andrea 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: Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL & Meditate Marquette Mindfulness Meditation Tuesday
2025-11-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays, November (4, 18, 25) 2025. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer a weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation program. The sessions begin at 6:00 pm followed by a period of fellowship. Dr. Debra Smith, a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and psychologist, will deliver brief talks exploring various aspects of meditation and its impact on our lives. These talks will take place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, while longer meditation sessions are scheduled for the remaining Tuesdays. All individuals, regardless of skill level or spiritual affiliation, are welcome to attend.
For further information, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Intimate Wine Tasting with Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyard!
2025-11-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Mariucci Family Beacon House, 200 S 7th St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Click Here to Reserve Your Tickets Today!
Click Here to Reserve Your Tickets Today!
Click Here to Reserve Your Tickets Today!

Click Here to Reserve Your Tickets Today!
Click Here to Reserve Your Tickets Today!

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds
2025-11-25 18:30 | Portage Lake District Library, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, MI, 49908, United States
Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds monthly meeting:

Tuesday, NOVEMBER 25th, 2025 @ 6:30 pm

Portage Lake District Library Meeting Room
Houghton, MI 49931

Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is a public group, and we welcome anyone interested in our mission: “to support healthy minds through connection and community.” Our goals are to talk more openly about mental health to reduce stigma, to build a resilient community by educating the public, and to support those at risk for mental health and substance use crises. We are on Facebook and our email address is ksup4healthyminds@gmail.com.

PWPL Presents: Bluesday Tuesday Concert
2025-11-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesday, November 25, 2025,
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: Baby Storytime
2025-11-26 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesdays, November (5, 12, 19, 26) 2025. 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.

PWPL Presents: All Booked Up: On Air
2025-11-26 10:00 - 11:00 | MI
Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
9 a.m.-10 a.m.
WLUC TV 6 Studios.
Adults, Teens, Seniors. Join Upper Michigan Today’s Elizabeth Peterson and Tia Trudgeon, along with PWPL staff, for an on-air, in-person book discussion. This month’s book: Raising Hare by Chloe Dalton. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Stuff a Blue Goose
2025-11-26 12:00 - 15:00 | Louie’s Super Foods, 5400 Bridge Street, Lake Linden, Michigan, 49945
Troopers from the Michigan State Police Calumet Post and five grocery stores in Baraga and Houghton counties will be working together to host “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE” Harvest Gathering charity events. The purpose is to raise food donations for local food pantries.

Troopers will be at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton, Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden, Larry’s Market in Baraga, Pat’s Foods in L’Anse, Pat’s Foods in Calumet, to assist in the collection of donated food items. A “BLUE GOOSE” patrol car will be at the sites to haul donated items to local food pantries at the conclusion of the events. The events will be as follows:

Wednesday, November 26, 2025, from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. at Louie’s Super Foods in Lake Linden

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Taydch’s Marketplace in Houghton

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in L’Anse

Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Pat’s Foods in Calumet

All grocery stores will have pre-made bags available for purchase, which will be stuffed in the “BLUE GOOSE”. Each bag will be pre-filled with non-perishable food items. You may also donate your own non-perishable food items.

There is a significant need for food items in our local pantries and the participation and involvement from the public is greatly appreciated. Come help “STUFF A BLUE GOOSE”.

PWPL Presents: Adult Nonfiction Book Group
2025-11-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
2:00-3:00 PM.
Peter White Public Library. Peter White Conference Room.
Adult Nonfiction Book Group at the Peter White Public Library focuses on narrative nonfiction book picks that tell stories of our past, present, and future. This book group is for people who enjoy reading nonfiction that reads like fiction. Join us as we explore this month’s book The Fire We Carry by Rebecca Nagle. No registration or admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4311 or email refdesk@pwpl.info.

Small Business Saturday
2025-11-29 00:00 - 23:59 | MI
Date: Saturday, November 29th
Time: All Day and into the evening
Location: Participating businesses throughout Downtown Marquette
Small Business Saturday is an annual event that was created to encourage consumers to shop in person and online at locally-owned small businesses during the holiday season. When you shop locally, you aren’t just making a purchase, you’re investing in your neighbors, strengthening our local economy, and helping keep Downtown Marquette vibrant.
The Marquette Downtown Development Authority (MDDA) invites you to explore all that Downtown Marquette has to offer. Discover unique gifts in local galleries and shops, and treat yourself to a meal or drink at one of our many restaurants and pubs. Shop small, support local, and celebrate community this holiday season!

Baraga's Crafted Treasures Bazaar
2025-11-29 11:00 - 15:00 | KBIC old Big Bucks Bingo Hall, 16449 Michigan Avenue, Baraga, MI, 49908, United States
Baraga’s Crafted Treasures Bazaar
November 29th, 2025 from 11am – 3pm
Located in the old Big Bucks Bingo Hall

Homemade Baked goods, Crafts, Home Decor, Skin Care, Holiday Decorations, Clothing, Jewelry, Resin, Wood art, and more!

PHOTOS WITH SANTA 12PM – 2PM

Rex Robins Indian Tacos and Frybread
Basket Raffles proceeds being donated to the KBIC Commodities Food Program

Hancock Lights the Night
2025-11-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Hancock Campground, 2000 Jasberg Street, M203, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Hancock Lights the Night: A New Tradition Shines Bright to Celebrate the Holiday Season

The City of Hancock is proud to announce Hancock Lights the Night, a brand-new holiday tradition that will transform the Hancock Campground into a winter wonderland of light and color.

More than 24 local businesses, organizations, groups, clubs, and individuals have each adopted a campsite along a festive loop inside the campground, creating unique and creative light displays. The rest of the campground will come alive with holiday sparkle and cheer provided by the City of Hancock—creating a magical setting for visitors of all ages.

This family-friendly event is designed for kids of all ages and anyone who loves the Christmas season. Visitors will be able to drive slowly through the campground to view amazing holiday displays. Follow the City of Hancock’s social media for special nights at the Campground that feature a walking night, visits from Santa, fundraising efforts, and more.

The GRAND OPENING of Hancock Lights the Night will take place on Saturday, November 29th at 5:30 pm at the Hancock Campground. After the opening night celebration, the light displays will be open to the public Thursdays through Saturdays from 5:30 to 8:00 pm throughout the holiday season.

This event is made possible through the generous support of the Visit Keweenaw Destination Fund Grant, the City of Hancock, and the many local partners and volunteers whose hard work and creativity made this community celebration possible.

Beyond its beauty, Hancock Lights the Night showcases how collective effort can create something truly special—boosting local pride, attracting visitors, and highlighting our communities as a welcoming, vibrant place to live and visit. Come experience the magic, warmth, and wonder of the holidays at HANCOCK LIGHTS THE NIGHT—a shining new tradition in the City of Hancock!

For updates and more information, visit www.cityofhancock.com or follow the City of Hancock on social media.

Caroling, Caroling Now We Go! Celebration
2025-11-30 15:00 | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 201 East Ridge Street, Marquette, Michigan
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Marquette will host Caroling, Caroling Now We Go!, a celebration of the musical legacy of Rev. Bates and Alfred Burt and Abbie Burt Betinis on Sunday, November 30th at 3:00 pm at the church at 201 East Ridge Street in Marquette. The concert celebrates the 150th anniversary of St. Paul’s sanctuary building this Christmas and over 100 years of Burt Carols which originated at St. Paul’s.

In 1922 Rev. Bates Burt, the rector at St. Paul’s in Marquette, composed a Christmas carol and sent it out as a Christmas card to family, friends, and parishioners. Burt Carols became an annual tradition and Bates’ son Alfred joined his father in composing 20 years later. Alfred Bates went on to compose 15 carols of his own including “Caroling, Caroling,” “Star Carol, and “Some Children See Him,” which have been recorded by artists all over the world. Composer Abbie Burt Betinis is the great granddaughter of Bates and grand-niece of Alfred, and since 2001 has continued the family caroling tradition.

“Celebrating the carols, along with the 150th anniversary of the sanctuary, is an honor and a privilege. The carols are an enduring legacy, hopefully, one that will continue for years to come.” – Jan Brodersen, St. Paul’s Music Director

The concert performers will include Stephanie Beinlich, Jim Edwards, Adam Hall, Jon LaFonde, Kristen Ludwig, Jimmy Ludwig, Eric Marta, Darrius Morton, Janis Peterson, Dani Simandl, and the St. Paul’s Choir. Classic Burt carols from all three generations of Burt composers will be performed and some entirely new arrangements will also be featured by vocalists and string ensembles.

As the Fred Bock Publishing Group has noted, “The most famous American Christmas carol family is indisputably the Burt family. The carols of Bates and Alfred Burt and the Christmas carol cards they sent are now part of our hymnody and folklore. Composer Abbie Burt Betinis is the great granddaughter of Bates and grand-niece of Alfred, and is continuing the tradition with freshness and craftsmanship.”

Admission will be free and donations will be accepted. All donations will benefit St. Paul’s Building Restoration fund as the church seeks to match the grant it received from the National Fund for Sacred Places. The NFSP grant will help St. Paul’s address urgent structural needs, ensuring its continued role as a gathering place for worship, outreach, and community activities into the next 150 years.

“Caroling, Caroling, Now We Go” A celebration of the musical legacy of Rev. Bates and Alfred Burt and Abbie Burt Betinis at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church - Marquette
2025-11-30 15:00 | MI
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Marquette will host Caroling, Caroling Now We Go!, a celebration of the musical legacy of Rev. Bates and Alfred Burt and Abbie Burt Betinis on Sunday, November 30th at 3:00 pm at the church at 201 East Ridge Street in Marquette. The concert celebrates the 150th anniversary of St. Paul’s sanctuary building this Christmas and over 100 years of Burt Carols which originated at St. Paul’s.

In 1922 Rev. Bates Burt, the rector at St. Paul’s in Marquette, composed a Christmas carol and sent it out as a Christmas card to family, friends, and parishioners. Burt Carols became an annual tradition and Bates’ son Alfred joined his father in composing 20 years later. Alfred Bates went on to compose 15 carols of his own including “Caroling, Caroling,” “Star Carol, and “Some Children See Him,” which have been recorded by artists all over the world. Composer Abbie Burt Betinis is the great granddaughter of Bates and grand-niece of Alfred, and since 2001 has continued the family caroling tradition.

“Celebrating the carols, along with the 150th anniversary of the sanctuary, is an honor and a privilege. The carols are an enduring legacy, hopefully, one that will continue for years to come.” – Jan Brodersen, St. Paul’s Music Director

The concert performers will include Stephanie Beinlich, Jim Edwards, Adam Hall, Jon LaFonde, Kristen Ludwig, Jimmy Ludwig, Eric Marta, Darrius Morton, Janis Peterson, Dani Simandl, and the St. Paul’s Choir. Classic Burt carols from all three generations of Burt composers will be performed and some entirely new arrangements will also be featured by vocalists and string ensembles.

As the Fred Bock Publishing Group has noted, “The most famous American Christmas carol family is indisputably the Burt family. The carols of Bates and Alfred Burt and the Christmas carol cards they sent are now part of our hymnody and folklore.. Composer Abbie Burt Betinis is the great granddaughter of Bates and grand-niece of Alfred, and is continuing the tradition with freshness and craftsmanship.”

Admission will be free and donations will be accepted. All donations will benefit St. Paul’s Building Restoration fund as the church seeks to match the grant it received from the National Fund for Sacred Places. The NFSP grant will help St. Paul’s address urgent structural needs, ensuring its continued role as a gathering place for worship, outreach, and community activities into the next 150 years.

“St. Paul’s sanctuary building opened 150 years ago on Christmas 1875 and we are excited and honored to celebrate the Marquette – and now international- tradition of the Burt Carols which originated here at St. Paul’s 103 years ago.” Fred Cole, member of St. Paul’s Choir

About the Burt Carols:
From the website of Abbie Burt Betinis:

“In the 1920s, Rev. Bates G. Burt, my great-grandfather and a self-taught musician, began composing annual Christmas carols. He wrote both the text and music and sent them as Christmas greeting cards to his parishioners in Marquette — and later in Pontiac — Michigan.

In 1942, Bates passed the job of composing the music for the annual Christmas carol to his son, Alfred S. Burt, a jazz trumpeter who had just received his music degree from the University of Michigan. Alfred Burt’s 15 carols were originally made famous by the Voices of Jimmy Joyce and are now recorded by artists all over the world.

In 2001, fresh out of St. Olaf College with a degree in music composition, I decided to try my own hand at this family tradition. My first carol, a re-setting of Bates Burt’s “In a Far Judean City,” was given its first reading at a pre-concert talk for a Dale Warland Singers holiday concert. Within days I received a call from Minnesota Public Radio, who was interested in running a feature about the renewed family tradition. Now, nearly every annual carol has premiered to a regional listening audience on Minnesota Public Radio..

Each year, my mom and I collaborate to produce the new Christmas card, which, like Bates and Uncle Al, we send out to family and friends. She creates the design and does all the production, which often includes hand-stamping, pasting, and glittering each card.”

About St. Paul’s NFSP Grant
St. Paul’s has been awarded a matching grant from the National Fund for Sacred Places (NFSP), a program of Partners for Sacred Places in collaboration with National Trust for Historic Preservation. In 2024 St. Paul’s applied for and received the matching grant from the NFSP. St. Paul’s was one of 24 congregations selected for this grant from among nearly 500 nationwide applicants of many faiths. The congregation is seeking to raise about $150,000 to match the NFSP grant and complete our building restoration projects as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of our sanctuary building.

The NFSP grant will help St. Paul’s address urgent structural needs, ensuring its continued role as a gathering place for worship, outreach, and community activities into the next 150 years.

The restoration projects include repairing damaged sandstone, tuck pointing the original hand cut sandstone blocks, and applying water sealant to protect the building. The NFSP grant will also support the restoration of some of St. Paul’s beautiful stained glass windows that were not restored in 1999-20.

The preservation work began this summer, with the goal of completing the projects by fall 2026. St. Paul’s invites the community to join in supporting these efforts to preserve a treasured piece of Marquette’s history.. To learn more about this program and this year’s grant recipients, visit fundforsacredplaces.org.

NFSP Matching Grant and St. Paul’s 150th Anniversary Celebrations
St. Paul’s is holding events this year to celebrate the 150th anniversary of their sanctuary building and the NFSP restoration grant.

The National Fund for Sacred Places supports the preservation of historic places of worship across the country, helping congregations like St. Paul’s maintain their buildings as vital centers for community service and spiritual growth.

St. Paul’s seeks to match the $135,000 NFSP grant through donations from our congregation, the community, area businesses, and foundations.

For more information, please contact:

Jan Brodersen, Music Director
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church fcole906@gmail.com
Marquette, MI 49855

Or

Fred Cole, Grant Coordinator, St. Paul’s
201 East Ridge Street
906-361-9936 – cell

jbrodersen56@gmail.com
906-458-7783 -cell

About St. Paul’s Episcopal Church:
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Marquette, MI is a Upper Peninsula treasure that has a rich 170 year legacy of community service and outreach. The story of St. Paul’s parallels the story of Marquette and the Upper Peninsula. For 150 years the community landmark of St. Paul’s sanctuary has served as a place of worship, a community center for music and the arts, and a catalyst and incubator for many community programs.

About the National Fund for Sacred Places:
The National Fund for Sacred Places is a grant-making program dedicated to helping congregations preserve their historic places of worship. It supports the restoration and rehabilitation of religious buildings that serve as centers of community life, promoting their ongoing use for worship, outreach, and cultural engagement.

St. Paul’s Fundraising Contact info:

You can write a check to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Please note “Building Restoration” in the memo and send it to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 201 E. Ridge Street, Marquette, MI 49855.

Interested in making an online donation? Donate here.

Or you can go to https://tithe.ly/give?c=5527881 to donate online. Please select “Building Restoration” from the menu.

﻿Finlandia Art Gallery presents: Friends of Finland Youth Exhibition
2025-12-01 00:00 - 2026-01-28 23:59 | Finlandia Art Gallery, 435 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Artist Reception: Thursday, December 4, 6:30-7:30pm
December 1, 2025 – January 28, 2026

HANCOCK, MI – The Finlandia Art Gallery and Finlandia Foundation National (FFN) are pleased to present the Friends of Finland Youth Exhibition featuring the work of elementary and high school students from three states.

A reception for the artists will take place on Thursday, December 4 from 6:30-7:30pm and will include hands-on activities for young people. The reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. The exhibit is on display through January 28, 2026 at the Finlandia Art Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center in Hancock.
This exhibit showcases the work of students from three Michigan schools as well as one from Wisconsin and individual artists from Pennsylvania.

Much of the work in this show is inspired by Finnish painter Helene Schjerfbeck (1862-1946). The opening of the Friends of Finland Youth Exhibit coincides with the opening of Seeing Silence: The Paintings of Helene Schjerfbeck at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the first exhibition to show the work of the artist in a major United States museum.

Art students at Florence High School (Wisconsin) created pastel landscapes of their area that were inspired by Schjerfbeck’s landscapes of Finland. According to Florence art teacher Kelli Ellis, students found the landscapes of Finland they studied to be so familiar they couldn’t believe they were not actually pictures of home. Schjerfbeck is also known for her self-portraits and still-life paintings. Florence students and first and second graders at Houghton Elementary School (Michigan) painted and drew flowers and self-portraits while learning about the artist.

Young artists found inspiration in other aspects of Finnish art and culture as well. Students at Calumet High School (Michigan) created gel plate prints focused on the flora and fauna of Finland and drew inspiration from Marimekko, the iconic Finnish design collective. Students from Jeffers High School (Michigan) wove colorful wall hangings inspired by Finnish and Finnish-American rag rug weavers.

The opening reception will feature hands-on arts activities for children and teens as well as Finnish refreshments. Immediately preceding the reception from 5:30-6:30pm, the Finnish American Heritage Center will host its annual observation of Finnish Independence Day. That event features young people as well, with the Kivajat Dancers performing to music played by the youth folk band Kuparikielet.
