• PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection

    Peter White Public Library 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI

    Fridays, January (2, 9, 16, 23, 30) 2026.  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

  • PWPL Presents: Docu Cinema: Move When the Spirit Says Move: The Legacy of Dorothy Foreman Cotton

    Peter White Public Library 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI

    Friday, January 9, 2026.  12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors. In honor of Martin Luther King Day, PWPL screens this riveting documentary about a forgotten pioneer of the Civil Rights Movement, Dorothy Foreman Cotton, the only woman on Dr. King’s executive staff. Not Rated. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

  • Raise the Woof,

    The Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter is excited to announce Raise the Woof, a comedy night fundraiser to support homeless pets in the community. Taking place on Friday, January 9, 2026, at Up North Lodge & Banquet Center in Gwinn, the event promises a night of laughter and fun for a great cause. – Date: Friday, January 9, 2026 – Location: Up North Lodge & Banquet Center, Gwinn, MI – Time: Doors open at 7:00pm, Show starts at 8:00pm – Tickets: $35.00 in advance, $50.00 for two; $250.00 for a table of eight with pizza. Tickets can be purchased online

  • Upper Michigan Ice Races

    150 West Johnson Lake Road, Gwinn, MI 49841   Dates: January 3, 2026 – March 14, 2026   Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday   Get Ready For This Winter’s Biggest Adrenaline Rush: The Upper Michigan Ice Races   Are you ready to take your thrill-seeking to the next level? Join the Upper Michigan Ice Racing Association for an action-packed series of Weekly Ice Races held on Saturdays, where dirt bikes and quads tear up the ice in a battle of speed, skill, and sheer power!   The Upper Michigan Ice Races are open to the public for spectating or bring

  • PWPL Presents: Repair Cafe

    Peter White Public Library 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI

    Saturday, January 10, 2026.  11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery.  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 will 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 906-226-4311  

  • UP Wild in the Keweenaw Gathering

    Calumet Township Park 25880 Red Jacket road, Calumet, Michigan

    UP Wild Gathering Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Meet at Calumet Township Park. Walk less than 400 yards to Sarah Green’s barn. The UP Wild Gatherings are opportunities to connect with God and each other within our natural world.  Each Gathering has a leader who will guide the participants through readings and reflection.  The Gatherings are appropriate for all ages, including families and children. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

  • Public Forum “Remote Workforce Keweenaw”

    Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 604 Bridge Street, Houghton, MI, United States

    The Keweenaw Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (KUUF) will host a public forum online titled “Remote Workforce Keweenaw”, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Sunday, January11, 2026.   Keith Meyers will present how Remote Workforce Keweenaw is an economic development initiative that has focused on recruiting individuals to the region who have the ability to work remotely. The initiative, which started in late 2018, continues to bring economic vitality to the region.   Keith Meyers is the Founder of Remote Workforce Keweenaw. He is President of the Chassell Historical Organization where he spearheaded the development of the Chassell Historic Trail. Keith also serves as

  • PWPL Presents: Dinner & A Movie Block Busting Cinema: Conclave

    Peter White Public Library 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI

    Monday, January 12, 2026.  5:30 p.m.-8 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. Bring your dinner, sit down, and enjoy this compelling 2024 drama about a papal election, starring Ralph Fiennes and Isabella Rossellini in Oscar-nominated performances. Rated PG. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

  • MI-Trale Annual Meeting and Elections

    Stannard Township Hall 14927 State Hwy M-28 East, Bruce Crossing, Michigan

    Our January Annual Meeting and Elections will be held at 7:00pm, (Eastern Time), in person at the Stannard Township Hall on 1/12/2026. For virtual attendance, we now have ZOOM available, along with the strictly audio/phone method. If you would like to attend virtually, please email me at this address and I will get you the connection information. If you are in the area, please stop in for the meeting!  We’d love to see you there!    Our future Meetings & Events will be listed below and will also soon to be found on our website (www.mi-trale.org) under the CLUB STUFF tab, Calendar option once they have been set at this