Hancock - Pancake Breakfast Son's of the American Legion
2025-04-12 08:00 - 12:00 UTC | Alfred Erickson American Legion Post 186, 424 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Saturday 4-12-2025 8am- 12pm the Son’s of the American Legion Alfred Erickson Post 186 Hancock, MI is having g a Pancake breakfast fund raiser.
1308 West Quincy street Hancock, MI
Pancakes, Volverths sausage, eggs, orange juice, Nisu Bakery coffee.
8 dollars donation
Children 5 and under free
Dine in or carry out

Zoom - 8th Keweenaw Native Plant Symposium
2025-04-12 09:00 - 12:00 | MI
Come enjoy a morning of fun and inspiring talks at the eighth annual Keweenaw Native Plant Symposium, set for 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 12, on Zoom. Everyone is invited, and the event is free. To register, visit keweenaw.wildones.org.

Keynote speaker Kim Eierman will present “Selling Native Plants with Cues to Care.” Not all neighbors and city officials are on board with the look of natural landscaping. Kim will illustrate how to show intent in your native landscape and demonstrate to others that you are gardening with purpose.
Kim is the founder of EcoBeneficial LLC. She is an environmental horticulturist and ecological landscape designer specializing in native plants. Based in New York, Kim is an active speaker nationwide on many ecological landscape topics.

Kass Urban-Mead, a pollinator specialist with the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, will speak on “Pollinators in the Woods: Exploring the Many Ways Wild Bees Nest and Forage in Woody Habitats.” Join Kass for an adventure exploring how wild bees use the woods, from the leafy forest floor to the top of the canopy. She will connect these to some suggestions on forest stewardship for pollinators.

With the Xerces Society, Kass provides technical assistance on pollinator conservation. She assists with planning, designing, installing, and managing habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects, particularly in forested habitats.

Michelle Wietek-Stephens, owner of U.P. Native Plants, in Marquette, will present “Butterfly Bonanza: U.P. Native Plants for U.P. Native Moths and Butterflies.” She will discuss the importance of moths and butterflies both as pollinators and as components of the local food chain; why what we plant matters; and specific pairings of native plants for U.P. moths and butterflies.

Michelle owns and runs the region’s largest fully native plant nursery, providing thousands of plants to major landholders and home gardeners alike. During her previous 15-year career as an environmental consultant, Michelle advised on environmental protection, site restoration, and wetland management.
The Keweenaw Native Plant Symposium is sponsored by Keweenaw Land Trust, Keweenaw Wild Ones, the Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area (KISMA) and the Michigan State University Extension Service.

L'Anse - Gentle Yoga Class
2025-04-12 10:00 | Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, 1 N. Main Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
Gentle Yoga Class

Join Roxanne for Gentle Yoga for all Levels
Saturday, April 12, at 10:00 am
Baraga County Chamber conference Room
1 N. Main Street, L’Anse, MI 49946

Baraga County Spring Fling 2025
2025-04-12 10:00 - 12:30 | Niiwin Akeaa Community Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
BARAGA COUNTY SPRING FLING 2025

Families are invited to join in the fun of the 2025 Baraga County Spring Fling Resource Fair. Spring Fling is a FREE, fun, family event for families in Baraga County with giveaways, activities, games and information from over 15 community organizations. Mark your calendars for April 12, 2025, and head to the Niiwin Akeaa Campus Gym from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to play games, receive FREE giveaways and discover the various organizations making a difference in the area.

“We are excited to host this resource fair as part of our continued dedication to supporting families and strengthening our community,” said Iola Brubaker, CCGSC Director. “By uniting a variety of resources and services in one place, we strive to make access easier for all families while celebrating the many wonderful opportunities Baraga County offers for children and families”.

This free event is open to all community members, but activities and information will focus on families with young children.

Spring Fling is hosted by the Baraga County Task Force, which is one of several workgroups of the Copper Country Great Start Collaborative, and the Family Coalition. The Family Coalition consists of dedicated parent leaders committed to supporting other families in the community. The collaborative and Family Coalition work on improving early childhood outcomes in Baraga, Houghton and Keweenaw counties.

For more information about the Baraga County Spring Fling, please contact Iola Brubaker at iola@KFRCkid.org or call 906.482.9365.

Repair Café
2025-04-12 11:00 - 13:00 | MI
Repair Café
Saturday, April 12, 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.

Baraga - Spring Craft Show & Photo with Easter Bunny
2025-04-12 11:00 - 15:00 | Baraga American Legion Post #444, 505 S. Superior Avenue, Baraga, Michgian, 49908
Join us for a Spring Craft Show and Photos with the Easter Bunny

April 12th, 2025 from 11am – 3pm

With the Easter Bunny 12pm – 2pm

Baraga American Legion Post #444

L'Anse - Exploring Tarot and Reading for Yourself
2025-04-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, 1 N. Main Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
Exploring Tarot and Reading for Yourself

April 12th from 12:00p – 2:00p
Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Conference Room, 1 N. Main Street, L’Anse

NMU Presents "Jesus Christ Superstar"
2025-04-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-17 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-04-18 19:30 - 21:30 | MI
Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will present its adaptation of the iconic rock opera “Jesus Christ Superstar,” the first musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice produced for the professional stage more than 50 years ago. Show dates are Thursday-Saturday, April 10-12 and 17-19 in Forest Roberts Theatre.
The story of the last week of Jesus’ life is told entirely through song. While based loosely on historical accounts from the Bible, co-directors Paul Truckey and Keli Crawford-Truckey say the themes addressed through depictions of the characters’ personal relationships and struggles are timeless, and relevant to diverse audiences.
“Obviously the rock-and-roll music is awesome, and presents the Passion of the Christ in more of a modern context, but the play really strikes a chord because it focuses on the humanness of Jesus–the temptations he faced, for example–not his divinity,” said Paul. “Some people called it blasphemy when it first came out. But they changed their minds when they saw the show because they could connect with the human part of who this person was, as well as others. [Pontius] Pilate is typically thought of as this evil character, but there’s more than meets the eye. He gets swayed by the crowds turning on Jesus and his own fears, but he actually has a very tender moment when he goes down to Jesus and says, ‘Look, just talk to me.’”
“People immediately associate the name Judas with traitor, but the play sympathizes a bit more with his struggle,” Keli added. “He’s constantly weighing and battling his conscience over what he thinks is right. That’s a daily human trial. Many in the crowd are the same way. They’re incredibly devout, then they’re incredibly fickle and turn on Jesus. Internal turmoil and relationship issues are things we all deal with as part of the human experience.”
Rather than the standard setting of Jerusalem, Northern’s production takes place in a “desolate, dry desert wasteland that was once Las Vegas,” Keli’s home city. She was inspired by the similarities she discovered in the song lyrics and storyline.
“I think it’s boring when it’s kept the way it’s always been done with Mary wearing Birkenstocks and a sundress in the desert,” she said. “I started thinking of the Mojave Desert near Vegas. And then I listened to the lyrics closely, and there’s a lot of rolling of the dice, risk-taking and gambling terms. [The high priests] Caiaphas and Annas kind of reminded me of the people in the little bubble in the ceiling at casinos, monitoring all the tables below to make sure no one’s cheating and they’re profiting. There are parallels everywhere. So it’s a different approach to this production, but it’s fun.”
Cast members include Marquette native and Forest Roberts Theatre veteran John Thomson as Judas, Asa Naigus as Jesus and Hannah Johnson as Mary Magdalene.
“I think people are going to be stunned by the amount of talent in this production,” Paul said. “The cast has been wonderful to work with. They’ve been really innovative and collaborative, helping us to create special moments on stage. It demonstrates the reality of the whole new level we’re operating at now, with the BFA in musical theater program. It’s a real pleasure to be part of it.”
Please note that “Jesus Christ Superstar” is meant for mature audiences. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, April 10-12 and 17-19, with a 1 p.m. “pay as you may” Theatre for All sensory friendly matinee on April 12, and an additional 1 p.m. matinee on April 19. Tickets are $25 for the general public; $22 for NMU employees, seniors and military; $15 for youth; and $5 for NMU students. They can be purchased at https://nmu.universitytickets.com/.

Marquette - Benefit Concert
2025-04-13 15:00 | St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 201 East Ridge Street, Marquette, Michigan
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Marquette will host a benefit concert featuring local artists and choral groups on Sunday, April 13th at 3:00 pm at the church at 201 East Ridge Street in Marquette. The concert is a kickoff event to celebrate the 150th anniversary of St. Paul’s sanctuary building. The concert was originally scheduled for Sunday March 30th, but was rescheduled due to a snowstorm that day.

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.

“Sounds in Sacred Spaces” Benefit Concert at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church - Marquette
2025-04-13 15:00 - 17:00 | MI
Marquette, MI – April 9, 2025 – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Marquette will host a benefit concert featuring local artists and choral groups on Sunday, April 13th at 3:00 pm at the church at 201 East Ridge Street in Marquette. The concert is a kickoff event to celebrate the 150th anniversary of St. Paul’s sanctuary building. The concert was originally scheduled for Sunday March 30th, but was rescheduled due to a snowstorm that day.
The concert will feature a wide variety of music from Broadway tunes, to classical vocal music, to folk music, fiddle tunes, and choral music. Artists will include Jimmy and Kristen Ludwig, Darrius Morton, Michael Waite, Liz Grugin Mahoney, Janis Peterson, Dani Simandl, Jamie Kitchel, Dave, Bett, Adam Hall, the NMU Arts Chorale, St. Paul’s Choir, and other local artists.
“The Sounds in Sacred Spaces concert will feature musicians who have ties to St. Paul’s,
through music or worship, or both. We are delighted to welcome the community into our
beautiful space to share music from the classics to Broadway- solos, small ensemble, folk
and fiddle tunes.”
Jan Brodersen, St.Paul’s Music Director.
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.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival: Milton Bates & Gala Mahlerbe Book Launch Reading
2025-04-14 18:30 - 19:30 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival: Milton Bates & Gala Mahlerbe Book Launch Reading
Monday, April 14, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. Poets Milton Bates (Undivided Attention, Kelsay Books) and Gala Mahlerbe (Growth Rings, Harvard Square Press) read from their recently published poetry collections. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Houghton - Special Meeting on Jail Millage Proposal
2025-04-15 10:00 | Houghton County Courthouse, 401 East Houghton Avenue, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
The Houghton County Board of Commissioners and Administration invite all residents to attend a Special Meeting on April 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., located at 401 East Houghton Avenue, 3rd Floor Circuit Court, Houghton, MI 49931, to learn about the designs under consideration for the construction of a new county jail. If approved by the County Board, there will be a proposed millage request to fund the construction of the selected design.
The current jail facility is outdated, overcrowded, and no longer meets state compliance standards or the needs of the county. The proposed millage would provide funding for a modern facility designed to improve public and workplace safety, efficiency, and the ability to meet the county’s long-term commitment to maintaining a safe and orderly community.
To ensure residents have a full understanding of the project before the April 15th meeting, a series of public presentations will be held across the county in the coming weeks. These presentations will provide opportunities for residents to ask questions, review project details, give feedback, and learn about the impact of the millage request before the proposal is officially presented at the special meeting. The schedule for these presentations will be released soon.
“This is an important decision for our community,” said Tom Tikkanen Houghton County Board Chair. “We want residents to have all the facts about why a new jail is necessary, what it will cost, and how it will impact our local law enforcement and justice system. The public’s input is essential in shaping the future of this project.”
At the meeting, county officials, law enforcement representatives, and experienced jail-designers will present details on the proposal, including cost estimates, potential locations, and how the funding would be raised and allocated. The goal is to place the millage request on the August 2025 ballot. For those not able to attend in person there will be a link posted on our website at Website: Houghton County.
Houghton County encourages all residents to attend and participate in this important discussion. For more information,
please contact [Contact Name] at [Phone Number] or [Email Address].
Special Meeting Details:
Date: April 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: 401 East Houghton Avenue, 3rd Floor, Houghton, MI 49931
Key Topics to be Discussed:
• The urgent need for a new jail facility
• Current jail conditions and compliance challenges
• Input from the public attending
• Projected costs and taxpayer impact
• Next steps in the process leading to the August 2025 ballot
Public Presentation Series:
Houghton County will be hosting a series of public presentations in various townships, villages, and city councils prior to April 15 to ensure the community is well-informed and heard. These presentations will allow residents to ask questions and provide feedback that will make the proposal better.

PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
2025-04-15 17:00 - 19:00 | MI
PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Meeting begins at 5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room. Regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Peter White Public Library. The meeting is open to all. Meeting agenda, materials, and remote attendance link are available on the library’s website: www.pwpl.info.

National Poetry Month Readings at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library
2025-04-16 17:30 - 19:00 | MI
(ISHPEMING, MI) – Launched by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996, National Poetry Month is a special occasion that celebrates poets and poetry! We are excited to bring this celebration to the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library by hosting two poetry readings on back-to-back evenings.
The first poetry reading will be on Wednesday, April 16th at 5:30pm, and it will feature local poets, Troy Graham and U.P. Poet Laureate, Beverly Matherne. This poetry performance will open with Troy Graham reading newly released poems followed by ’23-’24 U.P. Poet Laureate, Beverly Matherne’s performance of original poetry. Beverly Matherne is the author of seven bilingual books of poetry in French and English. Her latest, from Harvard Square Press, Love Potions, Teas, Incantations, is a collection inspired by paintings. She is currently completing a collection of haiku, a tribute to the Upper Peninsula. Troy Graham is a Marquette area singer-songwriter, performer and poet. He has self-published several books independently and in collective poetry groups. He has instructed dozens of interactive writing workshops for youth in schools, libraries and colleges.
The second event is on Thursday, April 17th at 5:30pm, and it will feature local poet, Kathleen M. Heideman and her new collection, The Caving Grounds. “Through poetry and historic research, ‘The Caving Grounds’ excavates the rubble of Negaunee, a small town in Upper Michigan hollowed by a century of mining. The extraction of hematite caused underground collapses and sinkholes; undermined neighborhoods were deemed unstable; homes, churches and even cemeteries were moved, and dangerous areas fenced. Thankfully, a guide will emerge: Rusty.”

MSHS Jazz Band Concert
2025-04-16 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
MSHS Jazz Band Concert
Wednesday, April 16, 2025. 6:30 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. The public is invited to enjoy an evening of wonderful music performed by the Marquette Senior High School Jazz Band, led by MSHS Director Emily Morgan-Booth. Overflow seating will be located in the Shiras Room. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info, and visit www.pwpl.info.

UP Pesticide Applicator Training and Exams in Escanaba
2025-04-17 08:00 - 16:00 | MI
MSU Extension and Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) will offer Pesticide Applicator Training and Exams in the Upper Peninsula at Bay College in Escanaba on April 17th, 2025 8:00am – 4:00pm ET. This event was rescheduled from the original date of April 3rd due to weather. The program includes a core manual review (RUP credits), lunch and MDARD exams (Training participation required for exam takers). Core exams (private and commercial) will be offered by MDARD, while Commercial Category exams will be available onsite through Bay College Testing Services. Four MDARD pesticide applicator recertification credits are available to those attending the Core Manual review. Details are available in the attached press release and flier. Please promote widely!

NMU Celebration of Student Scholarship
2025-04-17 09:00 - 17:00 | MI
Northern Michigan University will host its 29th annual Celebration of Student Scholarship on Thursday, April 17, beginning with an opening ceremony at 9 a.m. and continuing throughout the day in Jamrich Hall. This year’s event will feature a broader range of presentation formats beyond the traditional research posters and 10-minute oral presentations. Students were also invited to submit projects in the form of film and video, readings, roundtables, performances, publications, artistic displays and more.
The Celebration of Student Scholarship recognizes the scholarly and creative work of both undergraduate and graduate students, offering a platform to share their projects with the NMU and Marquette communities.
The event aims to make academic work more accessible to the public while honoring the dedication and accomplishments of NMU students and their faculty mentors. Find more information on the Celebration of Student Scholarship here.

Hancock - Puppy Parade
2025-04-17 17:00 - 19:30 | Hancock, MI
2025 Puppy Parade is April 17
Copper Shores Victim Support is asking the community to save the date for the fifth annual Puppy Parade. The event is Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The Puppy Parade will be held in downtown Hancock, starting at Quincy Green.

Held annually during Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Puppy Parade is a community awareness event and solidarity walk for survivors of sexual assault. Attendees will have to opportunity to gather on Quincy Lawn with their furry friends before the walk and speak to Copper Shores Victim Advocates, as well as several local agencies that provide services and support to survivors of sexual assault. The event provides a safe environment for victims to seek support, for community members to gather resources and for families to practice hard conversations about sexual assault prevention with professionals nearby.

The Puppy Parade culminates in a walk through downtown Hancock with everyone’s four-legged friends. The “parade” serves as a public display of support for survivors of sexual assault within the community, while also bringing attention to the importance of sexual assault prevention here in the Copper Country.
More details about the Puppy Parade will be released as the event draws nearer, including event registration for attending dogs.

To stay up-to-date with Puppy Parade news, subscribe to Copper Shores’ free monthly newsletter at coppershores.org/newsletter.

Trio of Outdoor Industry Business Innovators to Give Public Talk at NMU
2025-04-18 10:00 - 12:00 | MI
Northern Michigan University’s master’s degree program in Administration of Outdoor Recreation and Nature-Based Tourism has invited three related business-oriented innovators to campus for a public presentation: keynote speaker Bob Jacquart, owner of Stormy Kromer and Copper Peak; Joe Thiel from Innovate Marquette; and Phil Britton from the Outdoor Recreation Innovation Action Network (ORIAN). The free event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, April 18, in Northern Center Peninsula II.
Jacquart will talk about positive leadership in the industry in a challenging financial environment. Thiel will talk about future impacts of electrification and mobility on the outdoor recreation industry. Britton will speak about ORIAN, a project to bring outdoor recreation product development and manufacturing to the central Upper Peninsula to diversify its economy.
Each year, the students in NMU’s online master’s degree program come to campus for a three-day seminar. They end the seminar with a public event and invite speakers to participate.
The Administration of Outdoor Recreation and Nature-Based Tourism (AORNBT) program is for a wide range of people who would like to work at an administrative level in the field of recreation, outdoor recreation and nature-based tourism. It is built for flexibility, delivered entirely online with two seminar sessions on campus. Learn more here.

NMU Presents 'Jesus Christ Superstar'
2025-04-19 19:30 - 21:30 | MI

Cyber Clinic: Artificial Intelligence
2025-04-21 18:00 - 19:00 | MI
Cyber Clinic: Artificial Intelligence
Monday April 21, 2025. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. In partnership with the Upper Peninsula Cybersecurity Institute. Staying safe online and recognizing scams in today’s ever changing cyber world is difficult. Peter White Public Library is working in partnership with the UPCI to bring the Marquette community authoritative and up-to-date information about computer and internet safety in our new program series “Cyber Clinic”. Cyber Clinic: Artificial Intelligence will give attendees the opportunity to learn about the basics of AI and how to navigate an online world where AI is increasingly prevalent. The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of AI! Questions may be submitted ahead of time by emailing upcyber@nmu.edu. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4319 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival Kick-Off: The Women of Harvard Square Press
2025-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival Kick-Off: The Women of Harvard Square Press Monday, April 21, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. PWPL launches the Great Lakes Poetry Festival with this reading celebrating the women of Harvard Square Press. Enjoy the poetic voices of Beverly Matherne, Claudia Drosen, Randi Clemens, Lynn Domina, Helen Haskell Remien, and Kathleen M. Heideman, among others. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Great Lakes Cannabis Collaboration Conference at NMU
2025-04-22 08:00 - 16:30 | MI
Northern Michigan University will host the 2025 Great Lakes Cannabis Collaboration Conference from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, at the Northern Center. The event will showcase developing trends in cannabis education and research, featuring insights from industry leaders and experts at the forefront of the evolving sector. The schedule includes speakers, an NMU alumni panel discussion, a networking lunch and student oral presentations/research posters.
The conference aims to foster progress in cannabis education and scholarship through open dialogue, the exchange of information and ideas, and the celebration of student and faculty achievements.
Presentations include: “Deciphering the Complex Phytochemistry of Cannabis: From Plant to Extracts,” by Iain W. H. Oswald, director of Research and Development at Abstrax Tech; “The Socioeconomic Benefits of Cannabis Opt-in Within a Municipality,” by the City of Detroit’s Office of Cannabis Affairs; “The Present and Future of Cannabis Regulations in Michigan, featuring Brian Hanna, executive director of Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency; and “Social Equity in Motion: From Policy to Profits,” by Jess Jackson, director of social equity in Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management and a member of the Board of Directors for the Redemption Foundation.
An NMU alumni panel will feature five confirmed speakers: Ishani Sharma, a cannabis research student; Morgan Naumann, retail director and cultivation supervisor at Boreal Cannabis; Christopher Aguilar, team lead at Higher Love Cannabis Co. and owner of Transparent Farms; Sam Frishman, assistant head grower at High Society; and Samuel Hummel, propagation/small veg team member at Higher Love Cannabis Co.
The community is invited to a post-conference presentation titled “The Science of Scent: Exploring Cannabis’s Complex Aromatic Influences” by cannabis research scientist Twinke Paryani, who will be a guest speaker in Professor Alex Wilson’s medicinal plant chemistry seminar. The talk is scheduled from 5-5:50 p.m. Wednesday, April 23, in The Science Building 2904.
NMU’s Medicinal Plant Chemistry program, launched in fall 2017, was the first four-year undergraduate degree of its kind. The program is designed to prepare students for success in the emerging industries related to medicinal plant production, analysis, and distribution.
Find more information on the Great Lakes Cannabis Collaboration Conference here.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival Headline Poet: Kimberly Blaeser Reading
2025-04-22 18:30 - 19:30 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival Headline Poet: Kimberly Blaeser Reading
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Teens, Adults, Seniors. Acclaimed poet Kimberly Blaeser, former Wisconsin Poet Laureate and author of six poetry collections, reads from her reads from her work. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

NMU Career Day
2025-04-23 09:00 - 13:00 | MI
Northern Michigan University will host Career Day for about 1,000 students from more than 20 high schools across the Upper Peninsula on Wednesday, April 23. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Northern Center. Students will have an opportunity to chat about career and educational opportunities with representatives of 45 participating employers and many of NMU’s academic departments.
Almost half of the students will spend extra time on campus taking tours of Northern through the Campus Visit Office. Career Day is a partnership between NMU (the offices of Student Success, Career Services and Admissions) and UP Michigan Works.

Great Lakes Poetry Festival Dinner & a Movie: Paterson
2025-04-23 18:00 - 20:00 | MI
Great Lakes Poetry Festival Dinner & a Movie: Paterson
Wednesday, April 23, 2025. 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Teens, Seniors. As part of the Great Lakes Poetry Festival, PWPL invites you to bring your dinner, sit at a table, and enjoy a screening of director Jim Jarmusch’s acclaimed, Palm Dog-winning film Paterson, starring Adam Driver as a bus driver/poet from Paterson, New Jersey. Rated R. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

The Marquette Regional History Center presents: A Community Under the Stars: 60 Years of Shiras Planetarium
2025-04-23 18:30 - 20:00 | MI
The Marquette Regional History Center presents:
A Community Under the Stars: 60 Years of Shiras Planetarium
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

Join us as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Shiras Planetarium here in Marquette with a special panel discussion featuring past and present directors. We will explore the evolution of this iconic facility, from its founding in 1965 to its upcoming transformation in 2025. Discover how the planetarium has inspired generations through education and innovation, and hear stories of its impact on the community. Featured panelists include past and current planetarium directors: Scott Stobbelaar, Chris Standerford, Becky LaBrecque, and current technical director, Jacob Phillips. Bring your questions and memories as we reflect on six decades of reaching for the stars. Former planetarium equipment will be on display this evening, and here at the MRHC from mid-April through mid-May. $5 suggested donation. For more info visit marquettehistory.org or call 906.226.3571.

UP Michigan Works! Marquette Career Launchpad
2025-04-24 16:00 - 18:00 | MI
MARQUETTE, Mich— UP Michigan Works! is excited to announce the Marquette Career Launchpad Event, taking place on April 24th from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at our Marquette MI Works Office, located at 1498 O’Dovero Dr. This event is designed to present career path options to high school seniors who are considering a gap year or have decided not to pursue college. We aim to connect these students with employment opportunities that require a GED or high school diploma and offer a clear career pathway for their future.
Event Highlights:

Job Fair: Students will have the opportunity to speak directly with employers who are willing to hire individuals straight out of high school.

Union Representation & Apprenticeships: Information on union representation and apprenticeship options will be available.

VR Headsets: Try out various occupations through virtual reality experiences.

Career Path Discussions: Experts will be on hand to discuss career opportunities and review resumes.

Presentation by UP Michigan Works!: Learn about our services and how we support career seekers.

Networking & Refreshments: Enjoy time for networking and refreshments.

We are inviting high school seniors from every high school in Marquette County to attend. Those who register in advance will be eligible for door prizes. To sign up, please visit our website or contact us directly.
Contact Information:

Phone: 906-228-3075

Website: https://upmichiganworks.org/events/career-launchpad/

Join us for an informative and engaging event that will help launch your career!
