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SUMMARY:Portage Lake Little League Registration
DESCRIPTION:“Registration is open now for Portage Lake Little League T-ball\, baseball\, and softball\, but will close on Friday\, March 13th.  Visit the Portage Lake Little League website or Facebook page to sign up today!”
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/portage-lake-little-league-registration-2/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Meditate Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, March (3\, 10\, 17\, 24\, 31) 2026.  \n6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nMediate 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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-meditate-marquette-15/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:County Commissioner's meeting
DESCRIPTION:Agenda & Minutes 3.3.26
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/county-commissioners-meeting/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Yarn Spinners
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026.  \n4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nYouth of all ages and skill levels are invited to cozy up and work on their crochet\, knit and weaving skills! Once a month\, youth can come to work on creations from home or work on a new pattern with fellow yarn spinners. Some tools and yarn will be provided\, and parents are encouraged to attend with their kids to work on projects of their own. Drop-in program; staff will help kids with patterns when able. No admission charge. Children under 8 must have an adult present. For more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-yarn-spinners-3/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Marquette Area Public Schools Town Hall Meetings for May 2026 Bond  Proposal
DESCRIPTION:Join the District on March 2 or 3 for Tour\, Presentation\, Q&A \n  \nMarquette\, MI – Marquette Area Public Schools (MAPS) will host a series of Town Hall Meetings in early March to provide families\, staff\, and community members with information about the May 5\, 2026 bond proposal. Each session will include an optional guided tour of the school building\, followed by a presentation outlining proposed improvements\, project priorities\, and opportunities for community questions to be answered. \n  \nThe meetings are designed to help residents learn more about the District’s long‑range facilities plan\, which addresses aging infrastructure\, safety and accessibility needs\, and modern learning environments across all MAPS schools. The May 2026 bond proposal would support improvements in areas such as security\, HVAC and electrical systems\, ADA upgrades\, and updated instructional spaces across every building in the District. \n  \nTown Hall Meeting Schedule \n  \nMarch 2\, 2026 – Bothwell Middle School  \n\n Optional building tours begin at 3:30 PM EST (meet in Bothwell Gymnasium)\n Presentation begins at 5:00 PM EST in Bothwell Gymnasium\n\n  \nMarch 3\, 2026 – Marquette Senior High School  \n\n Optional building tours begin at 3:30 PM EST (meet at MSHS Canopy Entryway) \n Presentation begins at 5:00 PM EST in MSHS Media Center\n\n  \n“These Town Hall Meetings are an important opportunity for our community to see firsthand the needs identified across our buildings and to ask questions about the proposed solutions\,” said Superintendent Zack Sedgwick. “We want residents to have clear\, transparent information as they consider the May 2026 bond proposal.” \n  \nAdditional opportunities to learn about the bond proposal are available by contacting the District Office at 906‑225‑4200 or by emailing mapsinfo@mapsnet.org. More information is also available on the MAPS Facilities Planning webpage: https://www.mapsnet..org/page/2026-bond-information \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-area-public-schools-town-hall-meetings-for-may-2026-bond-proposal-2/
LOCATION:Marquette Senior High School Library\, 1203 West Fair Ave\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Fridays March (3\, 6\, 10\, 13\, 17\, 20\, 24\, 27)\, 2026.  \n10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nPreschool age children. Stories\, songs\, finger-plays\, crafts and other school-readiness activities for preschool age children and a loving adult. Siblings welcome. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-preschool-storytime-19/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:MI-Trale Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our March Monthly Meeting will be held at 7:00pm\, (Eastern Time)\, in person at the Stannard Township Hall on Monday 3/2/2026. For virtual attendance\, we now have ZOOM available. If you would like to attend virtually\, please email me at this address and I will get you the connection information.\n\n\nIf you are in the area\, please stop in for the meeting!  We’d love to see you there! \n \nHope you all have a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/mi-trale-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Stannard Township Hall\, 14927 State Hwy M-28 East\, Bruce Crossing\, Michigan\, 49912
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Craft Magic Series: Punch Needle Magic with Lydia Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 2\, 2026\,  \n6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Shiras Room.  \nTeens\, Family\, Adults\, Seniors. Join fiber artist Lydia Taylor for a Beginner Punch Needle Workshop. Learn basic punch needle skills and leave with your very own handmade punch needle project. Starter kits provided. Space is limited to ten participants\, so register early. No admission charge. For more information\, contact Marty at 226-4322\, machatz@pwpl.info\, or visit pwpl.info.  \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-craft-magic-series-punch-needle-magic-with-lydia-taylor-3/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260302T170000
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SUMMARY:Marquette Area Public Schools Town Hall Meetings for May 2026 Bond  Proposal
DESCRIPTION:Join the District on March 2 or 3 for Tour\, Presentation\, Q&A \n  \nMarquette\, MI – Marquette Area Public Schools (MAPS) will host a series of Town Hall Meetings in early March to provide families\, staff\, and community members with information about the May 5\, 2026 bond proposal. Each session will include an optional guided tour of the school building\, followed by a presentation outlining proposed improvements\, project priorities\, and opportunities for community questions to be answered. \n  \nThe meetings are designed to help residents learn more about the District’s long‑range facilities plan\, which addresses aging infrastructure\, safety and accessibility needs\, and modern learning environments across all MAPS schools. The May 2026 bond proposal would support improvements in areas such as security\, HVAC and electrical systems\, ADA upgrades\, and updated instructional spaces across every building in the District. \n  \nTown Hall Meeting Schedule \n  \nMarch 2\, 2026 – Bothwell Middle School  \n\n Optional building tours begin at 3:30 PM EST (meet in Bothwell Gymnasium)\n Presentation begins at 5:00 PM EST in Bothwell Gymnasium\n\n  \nMarch 3\, 2026 – Marquette Senior High School  \n\n Optional building tours begin at 3:30 PM EST (meet at MSHS Canopy Entryway) \n Presentation begins at 5:00 PM EST in MSHS Media Center\n\n  \n“These Town Hall Meetings are an important opportunity for our community to see firsthand the needs identified across our buildings and to ask questions about the proposed solutions\,” said Superintendent Zack Sedgwick. “We want residents to have clear\, transparent information as they consider the May 2026 bond proposal.” \n  \nAdditional opportunities to learn about the bond proposal are available by contacting the District Office at 906‑225‑4200 or by emailing mapsinfo@mapsnet.org. More information is also available on the MAPS Facilities Planning webpage: https://www.mapsnet..org/page/2026-bond-information \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-area-public-schools-town-hall-meetings-for-may-2026-bond-proposal/
LOCATION:Bothwell Middle School\, 1200 Tierney St\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Saturday Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays\, February (7\, 14\, 21\, 28)\, 2026.  \n11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nSongs\, 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. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-saturday-storytime-11/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:VFW Auxiliary Annual Ice Fishing Tournament
DESCRIPTION:VFW Auxiliary Annual Ice Fishing tournament \nBoundaries include Portage lake and Chassell Bay \n  \nSaturday\, February 28th\, 2026 from 7am until 7pm \n$20 Entry Fee \n  \nRegistration 3 days before Wednesday- Friday 6pm – Close of day of Saturday from 7am -10am \nRegister in person (no call in) at Chassell VFW\, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive\, Chassell \nFood and Prizes immediately after weigh-in at Chassell VFW \n  \ncheck out Facebook event for more details on prizes and sponsors. All Michigan fishing rules apply!! \n(All fish must be registered by 7pm – NO EXCEPTIONS!!)
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/vfw-auxiliary-annual-ice-fishing-tournament/
LOCATION:Chassell VFW\, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive\, Chassell\, Michigan\, 49916
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:VFW Auxiliary Annual Ice Fishing Tournament - FREE FOR KIDS
DESCRIPTION:VFW Auxiliary Annual Ice Fishing Tournament \nBoundaries include Portage Lake and Chassell Bay \n  \nSaturday\, February 28th\, 2026 from 7am until 1pm \nFREE FOR KIDS – AGES 1 TO 15 \n  \nFOOD AND PRIZES AWARDED AT 1PM (All Children Must fish to Win a Door Prize!!!! \n  \nRegistration 3 days before Wednesday- Friday 6pm – Close of day of Saturday from 7am -10am \nRegister in person (no call in) at Chassell VFW\, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive\, Chassell \nFood and Prizes immediately after weigh-in at Chassell VFW \n  \nCheck out Facebook event for more details on prizes and sponsors. All Michigan fishing rules apply!! \n(All fish must be registered by 1pm – NO EXCEPTIONS!!)
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/vfw-auxiliary-annual-ice-fishing-tournament-free-for-kids/
LOCATION:Chassell VFW\, 42103 Wilson Memorial Drive\, Chassell\, Michigan\, 49916
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260301T235959
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SUMMARY:Copper Dog Events at George Gipp Recreation Area & Arena
DESCRIPTION:Copper Dog Events at George Gipp Recreation Area & Arena \n  \nSaturday 2/28 \n9am – 8pm ~ FREE PUBLIC SKATE ALL DAY! \n10am – 1pm ~ COPPER PULL \n2pm – 4pm ~ COPPER DASH (Kids Event) \n5:45p – 8pm ~ COPPER PULL \n  \nSunday 3/1 \n9am – 8pm ~ FREE PUBLIC SKATE ALL DAY! \n9:15a – TBD ~ COPPER PULL \n11am – 3:30pm ~ CD120 RACE FINISH \n  \nThe Gipp Ice Rink will be open to the public on Saturday & Sunday from 9am – 8pm to warm up\, use facilities\, grab a pasty and SKATE FOR FREE! \n  \nRental skates are available in all sizes for $2!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/copper-dog-events-at-george-gipp-recreation-area-arena/
LOCATION:George Gipp Recreation Area & Arena\, 200 Isle Royale Street\, Laurium\, Michigan\, 49913
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:The Writing North Winter Book Fest
DESCRIPTION:An exciting literary event is coming to Michigan’s Upper Peninsula this winter. The Writing North Winter Book Fest will bring together authors\, readers\, and community members for a weekend dedicated to books\, storytelling\, and regional voices from February 28 – March 1\, 2026\, in various locations in downtown Manistique.\n\nHosted by The Mill Manistique and in partnership with Paper Mill Books\, the festival marks the first time Manistique will host a winter-focused book festival designed to celebrate writers and books that are culturally connected to the Great Lakes region.\n\n“As a lifelong northerner\, a reader\, and an author\, I know northern places shape the way writers work and the stories they tell\,” said Meagan Francis\, Writing North organizing director and co-owner of The Mill. “The climate\, the seasons\, and the pace of life all influence what ends up on the page. I wanted to create a festival that celebrates authors shaped by northern life and the readers who value and seek out their work.”\n\nThe Writing North Winter Book Fest will feature author panels\, discussions\, and opportunities for readers to engage directly with writers working across genres\, including fiction\, memoir\, poetry\, and nonfiction. The event is designed to be welcoming to both readers and writers\, offering programming that highlights the richness of Great Lakes storytelling.\nThe following authors\, along with Meagan Francis\, plan to participate in this year’s festival: Ellen Airgood\, Steve Amick\, T. Marie Bertineau\, Chad Broughman\, Mikel Classen\, David Dempsey\, Karen Dionne\, Carol Dunbar\, Bryan Gruley\, J.L. Hyde\, Ellen Lord\, Sara Maurer\, Anne-Marie Oomen\, Helen Raica-Klotz\, and Chef Lane (Iliana) Regan.\n\nFestivalgoers can customize their Writing North experience by purchasing one or more access passes:\n\n\nReader’s Day Pass $25 – Spend a full day immersed in stories\, creativity\, and community with access to all Writing North workshops and panels on Saturday\, February 28.\n\n\nLunch with an Author $35 – Share a meal with a festival author at a local eatery on Saturday\, February 28. Meal is included.\n\n\nFireside Salon $75 – Settle in for an intimate evening with guest authors at the Blue Mystique Inn\, followed by a cozy after-hours mixer with drinks\, light bites\, and relaxed mingling in a cozy setting.\n\n\nWriter’s Day Pass $65 – Level up your writing skills and publishing know-how at a mini-writer’s conference 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Sunday\, March 1\, featuring in-person workshops led by guest authors. Price includes lunch.\n\n\nAll Access Pass $170 – Enjoy all four experiences.\n\n\nFestival organizers also have plenty of exciting free programming planned at the Mill\, including a festival kickoff Saturday morning\, an instructor-led midday stretch\, book signings\, and a family hour with four local children’s book authors. Additionally\, visitors can participate in a free guided downtown history walk or enjoy local art displays at Lake Effect Arts Center.\n\nThe Writing North Winter Book Fest aims to establish a new annual tradition—one that celebrates regional talent\, fosters creative exchange\, and strengthens Manistique’s role as a cultural destination.\n\nFestival organizers see the event as a meaningful addition to Manistique’s growing arts and culture scene\, with the potential to draw visitors from across the Upper Peninsula while supporting local businesses and creative communities.\n“Every day in the bookstore\, we see how deeply readers connect with authors who come from this region\,” said Eric Neilson\, co-owner of Paper Mill Books. “People want to see their own lives reflected in what they read\, and this festival brings those writers and readers together in a really meaningful way.”\n\nFor updates on participating authors\, programming\, and ticketing\, visit writingnorth.com.\n\nAbout Writing North Winter Book Fest\nThe Writing North Winter Book Fest is a new literary festival celebrating the voices\, stories\, and creative spirit of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Launched in partnership with The Mill Manistique and Paper Mill Books\, the festival connects writers and readers through thoughtful programming\, community engagement\, and a shared love of books.\n\nContact Information\nMeagan Francis\, Writing North organizing director\, co-owner The Mill Manistique\n269-277-3845\nmeagan@themillmanistique.com\nwww.writingnorth.com\nIG: writingnorthup
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-writing-north-winter-book-fest/
LOCATION:Manistique\, Manistique\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Upper Michigan Ice Races
DESCRIPTION:150 West Johnson Lake Road\, Gwinn\, MI 49841 \n  \nDates: January 3\, 2026 – March 14\, 2026 \n  \nRecurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday \n  \nGet Ready For This Winter’s Biggest Adrenaline Rush: The Upper Michigan Ice Races \n  \nAre 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! \n  \nThe Upper Michigan Ice Races are open to the public for spectating or bring your best ORV to join the competition and race to the top! The raceway is conveniently located off Snowmobile Trail 8\, making Saturdays the best day to come and experience the races and explore the trails in Gwinn and Marquette County. \n  \nSaturday Schedule: Day Races   \n  \n8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Gates open for Registration & for Pre-Registered Participants \n  \n10:00 AM: Spectator Gates Open \n  \n10:15 AM – 11:15 AM: Practice & warm-up runs \n  \n11:30 AM – 6:00 PM: Ice Races \n  \nJanuary 31 & February 28: Night Races \n  \n11:00 AM: Registration Opens \n  \n4:00 PM: Youth Races \n  \n6:00 PM – Midnight: Adult Races \n  \nWhether you’re on the track or in the stands\, the roar of engines\, the spray of ice\, and the fierce competition will have you coming back week after week. Invite your friends\, family\, and fellow racers for the coolest race event in town! Be sure to check the Michigan Ice Races website for updates and more details! \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/upper-michigan-ice-races-9/
LOCATION:MI
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Painting with Zaagidiwin Event
DESCRIPTION:KBIC Victim Services & Programs \nPainting with Zaagidiwin:  A Paint Your Partner Event \n  \nBring your loved one and paint a picture of each other!  Your partner\, your mom\, your auntie\, your best friend\, or your child! \n  \nFriday\, February 27th from 4:30 – 6:30 pm \nOjibwa Senior Center \n  \nContact Jade or Jessica at 906-353-4595 to register or ask questions
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/painting-with-zaagidiwin-event/
LOCATION:Ojibwa Senior Citizens\, 208 Main Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Big Annie Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Big Annie team is bringing back their Warm UP with “Big Annie” fundraiser during CopperDog weekend! Join the fun on Friday\, February 27\, from 4:00–11:00 PM at Elks Lodge #404 in Calumet. Stop in to warm up with chili or a sloppy joe\, browse the silent auction\, and enjoy the festivities. The bar opens at 4:00 PM\, with live music from 8:30–10:30 PM by the Brewgrass Band.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/big-annie-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Elk’s Lodge #404\, Calumet\, Michigan\, 49913
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: LEGO Club.
DESCRIPTION:Fridays February (6\, 20\, 27)\, 2026.  \n4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nMeet 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. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-lego-club-9/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care\, Compassion\, and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, February (6\, 13\, 20\, 27) 2026.  \nNoon – 1:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library\, Heritage Room.  \nIn 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. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-cultivating-care-compassion-and-connection-26/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Community Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Community Blood Drive\nFriday\, February 27\, 2026\nL’Anse Methodist Church\n11 a.m. to 3 p.m.\nWalk-ins welcome!\nAll blood types are needed!
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/community-blood-drive/
LOCATION:L’Anse Methodist Church\, 304 North Main Street\, L'Anse\, MI\, 49946\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260227T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260116T220127Z
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Fridays February (3\, 6\, 10\, 13\, 17\, 20\, 24\, 27)\, 2026.\n10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\nPeter White Public Library Great Room.\nPreschool age children. Stories\, songs\, finger-plays\, crafts and other school-readiness activities for preschool age children and a loving adult. Siblings welcome. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-preschool-storytime-18/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260301T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20251016T134002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T134002Z
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SUMMARY:16th Annual CopperDog Race
DESCRIPTION:16th Annual CopperDog Race. \n  \nFebruary 27th – March 1st\, 2026 \nThe race will start in Calumet\, MI on Friday night.  It will run to Eagle Harbor then Copper harbor finishing back in Laurium on Sunday for the first time.  Additional CopperDog events will be held in Laurium on Saturday. \n  \ncopperdog.org \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/16th-annual-copperdog-race/
LOCATION:Calumet
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260226T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260226T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260130T222044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T222044Z
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SUMMARY:Cow Calf Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Michigan State University Extension Beef Team will be conducting a Cow Calf Meeting in Rudyard at the Rudyard Township Town Hall on Thursday\, February 26\, 2026 at 6:00 pm EST \nMSU Extension’s winter cow-calf meetings provide a forum for producers to stay informed on management\, markets\, and emerging issues that can impact profitability and long-term operational success. \nMerck Animal Health will be sponsoring the meetings\, providing pizza and soft drinks. Topics will include the beef market outlook\, protecting cattle prices with the Livestock Risk Protection program\, the Effects of Maternal Bovine Appeasing Substance\, and genetic selection for carcass characteristics. \nReservations are required.  \n  \n  \nPlease contact the Ontonagon County MSU Extension Office at 906-884-4386 or email them at farleyb2@msu.edu. 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/cow-calf-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Rudyard Township Town Hall\, 18725 S Mackinac Trail\, Rudyard\, MI\, 49780\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260226T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260130T225058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T225058Z
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Tech Coaching for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays and Thursdays\, February (10\, 12\, 17\, 19\, 24\, 26)\, 2026.  \n10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nNeed help with the settings on your phone? Want to download the downtown parking app? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want them to with the help of Christine Ault\, retired teacher and librarian. Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule your 30-minute session. Please charge your electronic device before each session\, and bring passwords with you. No fees. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-tech-coaching-for-seniors-33/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260225T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260225T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260221T231640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T231640Z
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SUMMARY:NMU Orchestra Performs Children's Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Michigan University Orchestra\, directed by Barbara Rhyneer\, will present its annual Children’s Concert at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday\, Feb. 25\, in Reynolds Recital Hall. This is a free event. \n“The music that the orchestra will perform is generally familiar to the families since it is based on film and musicals\,” Rhyneer said. “Plus\, the folk fiddle tune ‘Blackberry Blossom’ offers a chance for the small kids to get up and dance.” \nSelections the orchestra will perform include “How to Train Your Dragon” by John Powell\, “Phantom of the Opera” by Andrew Lloyd Webber\, “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” by Hans Zimmer\, and Randy Newman’s “Ma Belle Evangeline” from The Princess and the Frog arranged by Anna Zepke. \n“This annual event is important to the NMU Orchestra because it is a chance for students and other members of the orchestra to come together and perform fun selections in-between demonstrating instruments to a younger audience that might not be familiar with them\,” Rhyneer said. \nThe NMU Orchestra is a symphonic orchestra made up of strings\, woodwind\, brass and percussion instruments. The ensemble consists of students from a variety of academic disciplines.  \nFor more information about the NMU Music Department\, visit nmu.edu/music. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/nmu-orchestra-performs-childrens-concert/
LOCATION:NMU Reynolds Recital Hall\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260225T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260124T192556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260124T192556Z
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Baby Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays February (4\, 11\, 18\, 25)\, 2026.  \n10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nSongs\, 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. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-baby-storytime-16/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260213T154554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T154614Z
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SUMMARY:Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds. The meetings are held at the Portage Lake District Library at 6:30 pm.\, the last Tuesday of each month. \n\nThe dates are as follows: \nFebruary 24\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nMarch  31\,2026\, 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nApril 28\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nMay 26\, 2026 6:30 pm @ PLDL \nJune 30\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @PLDL \nJuly 28\, 2026\, 6:30 pm @PLDL \nThank you for your kind attention in announcing these meeting dates.  Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds is dedicated to the well-being of individuals living in our communities. Please feel free to call me (Sue Kauppi) at 906-369-4858 with any questions or concerns.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/keweenaw-support-4-healthy-minds-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Portage Lake District Library\, 4585 W. Lakeshore Drive\, Houghton\, MI\, 49908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260130T225008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T225008Z
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Tech Coaching for Seniors
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays and Thursdays\, February (10\, 12\, 17\, 19\, 24\, 26)\, 2026.  \n10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room.  \nNeed help with the settings on your phone? Want to download the downtown parking app? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want them to with the help of Christine Ault\, retired teacher and librarian. Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule your 30-minute session. Please charge your electronic device before each session\, and bring passwords with you. No fees. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-tech-coaching-for-seniors-32/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260116T220044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T220044Z
UID:4486-1771927200-1771929000@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Fridays February (3\, 6\, 10\, 13\, 17\, 20\, 24\, 27)\, 2026.\n10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.\nPeter White Public Library Great Room.\nPreschool age children. Stories\, songs\, finger-plays\, crafts and other school-readiness activities for preschool age children and a loving adult. Siblings welcome. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program\, call 906-226-4323
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-preschool-storytime-17/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260223T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T183104
CREATED:20260221T221912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T221912Z
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SUMMARY:NMU Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:The Northern Michigan University Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble\, directed by Steven Riley\, will perform a free concert at 7:30 p.m. Monday\, Feb. 23\, in Reynolds Recital Hall. NMU assistant professor Theresa Camilli will provide piano accompaniment. \nThe concert’s theme is “Musical Perspectives and Monumental Moments: A Musical Tribute to the 250th Anniversary of The United States.” Riley said it will explore the 250-year history of our nation through various perspectives and cultures\, recognizing that the most enduring monuments are not made of stone\, but of the songs and spirits of the many cultures of people who are stewards of the land. \nThe concert will be presented in two parts with the Symphonic Band opening with two pieces featuring British folk songs: “Three Ayres from Gloucester” by Hugh M. Stuart and “Polly Oliver” by Thomas Root. These pieces highlight the influence of British folk music during the birth of the United States. Other pieces include “Amparito Roca\,” written by Spanish bandleader Jaime Texidor\, and “Rushmore” by Alfred Reed\, which showcase a broad array of cultures that influenced music in the United States. \nThe second part of the concert will open with “Children’s March” by Percy Grainger. Riley describes this piece as a monument in American band literature; one that represents the whimsical\, charming and imaginative idealism of childhood\, reflecting the United States’ young age compared to most other countries. The concert will then conclude with the piece “Of Our New Day Begun” by Omar Thomas\, which reflects on themes of violence\, justice and remembrance within the nation’s history. \nFor more information about the NMU Music Department\, visit nmu.edu/music.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/nmu-symphonic-band-and-wind-ensemble/
LOCATION:NMU Reynolds Recital Hall\, Marquette\, Michigan
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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