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SUMMARY:The Holocaust: History\, Memory & Michigan Voices
DESCRIPTION:“The Holocaust: History\, Memory & Michigan Voices\,” a new traveling exhibition created by the Zekelman Holocaust Center in Farmington Hills\, is on display at Northern Michigan University’s Olson Library through April 30. An opening reception is scheduled at 4 p.m. Monday\, March 9\, in the Library Atrium. A smaller exhibit on art as resistance is also featured. \n“In many ways\, the traveling exhibition is a condensed\, portable version of the Zekelman Center\,” said Ryan Bond\, an NMU staff member who teaches a history of the Holocaust class and is a member of the center. “The content there used to be oriented more toward the Nazi perpetrators\, but now the focus has shifted to victims’ and survivors’ personal stories-specifically\, Michigan survivors. I just learned that the Holocaust survivors who came to this state at some point after the war numbered at least 4\,000. That surprised me; I had no idea it was that many.” \nWhen he taught the course in fall 2024\, Bond wanted to do something beyond his classroom that would benefit the broader NMU and Marquette-area communities. He invited a guest to campus whose mother was a Holocaust survivor. She stayed for three days\, visited six other classrooms\, presented a workshop for educators and participated in two full-film screenings of a documentary about her mother. \nThis past October\, three Zekelman Center staff members came to NMU to give class presentations. That visit inspired Bond to propose bringing a traveling exhibit to campus. \n“The Holocaust is an important topic that shouldn’t just be confined to my classroom\,” he said. “The center is very outreach- and teacher-oriented\, and because we can’t readily bring students there\, it made sense to collaborate and find a way to bring the center to us.” \nBond secured support for the idea from Olson Library Director Emera Bridger Wilson and Dean of Library and Instructional Support Leslie Warren. \n“Olson Library is excited to host this exhibit\, the first of what we hope are many now that we are in our renovated spaces\,” Bridger Wilson said. “This exhibit also complements our Holocaust and Genocide Studies collection. We hope that people are made more aware of the collection through programming such as this.” \n“It was exciting to unpack three huge shipping crates and collaborate with colleagues from the library and history students who volunteered to set up the main exhibit and the art installation\,” said History Professor Kathryn Johnson\, who was part of the team that made it happen. \nSenior history major Alexis Hall is helping to coordinate the exhibit and related events via an internship. Bond says he is in conversations with the Zekelman Center about possible summer internship opportunities in Farmington Hills for NMU students. \nTo coincide with the display\, three Zekelman Center educators will be on campus March 25-26 for classroom presentations for history and other disciplines. They will also deliver a free full-day workshop for area teachers on using content from the exhibit and the center in their classes. Teachers can earn SCECHs or NMU graduate credit for attending. \nPreservice secondary social studies teachers are also invited to the workshop. Johnson said it will be an important learning experience for them to collaborate with current teachers in a meaningful content-specific professional development workshop. \nRick Schaffner from the center will present “Reclaiming Power Through Resilience and Resistance” as part of NMU’s UNITED Conference from 1:15-2:30 p.m. Wednesday\, March 25\, in the Northern Center Ballrooms. \nFounded in 1984\, the Zekelman Center is the only Holocaust museum in Michigan. Its newly renovated museum is complemented by a research and library archive\, special exhibit galleries\, educational workshops and public programming. Learn more at holocaustcenter.org.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/the-holocaust-history-memory-michigan-voices/
LOCATION:NMU Harden Hall\, Learning Resource Center\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: CRP Dinner & a Movie Block Busting Cinema: The Danish Girl
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, March 9\, 2026.  \n5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Community Room. \nAdults\, Seniors. Bring your dinner\, sit down\, and enjoy this sensitive 2015 film inspired by the lives of two Danish painters. Alicia Vikander won an Oscar for her portrayal of Gerde Wegener\, the wife of Lili Elbe (Eddie Redmayne in an Oscar-nominated performance)\, who was one of the first recipients of gender reassignment surgery. Rated R. 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-crp-dinner-a-movie-block-busting-cinema-the-danish-girl/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:NMU Orchestra Children's Concert March 9
DESCRIPTION:Due to recent snow days and lost rehearsal time\, the Northern Michigan University Orchestra’s annual Children’s Concert has been rescheduled for 7:30 p.m. Monday\, March 9\, 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\,” said conductor Barbara Rhyneer. “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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/nmu-orchestra-childrens-concert-march-9/
LOCATION:NMU Reynolds Recital Hall\, Marquette\, Michigan
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-21/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Tasty Reads Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 10\, 2026.  \n12:00 p.m. -1:30 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Shiras Room.  \nA book group for readers\, who love to cook. With a focus on food-themed literature\, the group explores a variety of books from cookbooks to culinary memoirs. Participants can enjoy tasty treats inspired by the book of the month while sharing their thoughts and connecting with others who share their passion for both literature and food. This month’s book is Be Ready When Luck Happens: A Memoir by Ina Garten. No admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4303 or visit pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-tasty-reads-book-group-7/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Muggles for Potter
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 10\, 2026.  \n4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Great Room.  \nAll young wizards in 3rd-6th grade welcome. Delve deeper into the deep dark corners of Hogwarts and make Aragog a special home to keep him safe! And in case the Whopping Willow broke your wand\, make a new wand. 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-muggles-for-potter-2/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Cooking Demo
DESCRIPTION:Cooking Demo \nMarch 10th\, 23026 @ 5:00pm \nCorned Beef and Cabbage \n  \nYou are invited to participate in an engaging session focused on exploring the wonderful world of cabbage and its many intriguing facets! \n  \nOjibwa Seniors\, Baraga \n  \nRegistration Required 906-353-4540
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/cooking-demo/
LOCATION:Ojibwa Senior Citizens\, 208 Main Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:What is Needed? in Planning for Long-Term Care
DESCRIPTION:What is Needed? in Planning for Long-Term Care \n  \nMarch 10th @ 5:30 pm \nPre-registration is needed to attend. A light dinner is provided. \n  \nTo register call Jaye @906-483-2151 \n  \nPreparing for long-term care involves putting in place specific legal paperwork to ensure your wishes\, both medical and financial are carried out. \n  \nJoin us as we discuss what is needed for long-term care.  We will give an overview of DPOA (Durable Power of Attorney)for healthcare vs Guardianships for long-term care admission.  the remaining time will for Q&A.  We will have Canal View staff available to assist with paperwork\, as able\, in regards to DPOA or Guardianship.  If you have paperwork\, feel free to bring it with you. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/what-is-needed-in-planning-for-long-term-care/
LOCATION:Canal View\, 1100 W. Quincy Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260310T190000
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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. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-meditate-marquette-16/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Writers on Writing
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, March 10\, 2026.  \n6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.\,  \nPeter White Public Library Shiras Room. \nAdults\, Seniors\, Teens. In this new programming series\, seasoned published authors of various genres lead participants through writing exercises and workshops to hone their writerly talents. March’s Writer: Natalie Colby and Sara Daniels. Explore place-based writing\, using your genre of choice (poetry\, creative nonfiction\, or fiction). Space is limited to 15 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-writers-on-writing/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:YooperCON 2026 at NMU March 11
DESCRIPTION:The fifth annual YooperCON event at Northern Michigan University will be held on Wednesday\, March 11\, at the Northern Center. Hundreds of high school students from across the Upper Peninsula will converge on NMU’s campus for a day of cybersecurity education and career exploration.  \nStudents will have the opportunity to connect with industry professionals and learn about internet safety\, scam detection and the role of artificial intelligence in the digital landscape.  \nYooperCON 2026 will feature 10 unique cybersecurity education sessions: Ask AI Right; Career Q&A; Cyber Bingo; Metadata Mayhem; Gamer’s Challenge; Network Topo; Digital Vapor Trails; Teachable Machines; Hack A House; and KC-7. The breakout sessions are scheduled from 9:20-11:25 a.m. and noon to 1:55 p.m.\, with lunch in between.  \nRegistration is free and all registered students and teachers receive lunch and a t-shirt. YooperCON 2026 is sponsored by the NMU Upper Peninsula Cybersecurity Institute (UPCI)\, a Marshall Plan for Talent Grant\, NMU’s Seaborg Center for Math and Science\, and the MiSTEM Network.  \nFor more information\, visit https://tinyurl.com/YC2026.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/yoopercon-2026-at-nmu-march-11/
LOCATION:Northern Center\, NMU\, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue\, Marquette\, Michigan\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Baby Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, March (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-19/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: unTITLEd Teens
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 11\, 2026.  \n3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Teen Zone. \nTeens in grades 6-12 join in on the fun with unTITLEd Teens\, a monthly program that will be a different activity each month. This month local felting artist Jody Trost will be here to teach teens how to needle felt. 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 pwpl.info. \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-untitled-teens-7/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Marquette County League of Women Voters
DESCRIPTION:The League of Women Voters of Marquette County will hold its next general membership meeting on Wednesday\, March 11th at 6:45 p.m. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Shiras Room on the 2nd floor of Peter White Public Library\, 217 N. Front St.\, Marquette. Come learn about the League’s Observer Corps. Volunteer observers will describe the local governmental groups they opted to observe and share what they’ve recently learned.  \n  \nThe League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government\, works to increase understanding of major policy issues\, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.  \n  \nAll interested community members are welcome to attend. For more information\, email lwvmqtco@gmail.com or visit the website lwvmqt.org. In case of inclement weather\, library or school closures\, visit our website or Facebook page for the meeting location or Zoom link.  \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/marquette-county-league-of-women-voters/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Meet the Candidates Forum for the MI01 Congressional Seat
DESCRIPTION:Keweenaw Indivisible and Voters Not Politicians are hosting a non-partisan meet the candidates forum for the MI01 Congressional seat on the evening of Wednesday\, March 11th\, 2026. This event aims to inform and educate local voters on the candidates’ platforms. \n  \nEVENT DETAILS: \nWHO: Keweenaw Indivisible \nWHAT: MI-01 Meet the Candidates Forum \nWHEN: March 11th from 7–9 pm \nWHERE: Hancock Community Hub\, 417 Quincy St.\, Hancock\, MI \nEvent link: https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/912803/ \n  \nRich Canevez\, the local organizer of Keweenaw Indivisible will be available on site for interviews starting at 6:00 PM.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/meet-the-candidates-forum-for-the-mi01-congressional-seat/
LOCATION:Hancock Community Hub Gym\, 417 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, MI\, 49930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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SUMMARY:Me Siirtolaiset | We Immigrants on display March 12-April 16
DESCRIPTION: America Beckons by Aura Jylhä-Vuorio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFinlandia Art Gallery\n presents\n\n ME SIIRTOLAISET | WE IMMIGRANTS\n\n Selections from our art + archival collections\n\nMarch 12 – April 16\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Thursday\, March 12\, 7-8:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n HANCOCK\, Mich. – Art\, artifacts\, and oral histories come together to tell stories of Finnish migration to the United States in the new exhibit “Me Siirtolaiset | We Immigrants\,” which opens March 12 at Finlandia Art Gallery. \nThe artwork in the exhibit is from the gallery’s permanent collection and includes the work of nine Finnish-American and Finnish artists – Ariadna Donner\, Gerald Immonen\, Aura Jylha-Vuorio\, Gladys Koski Holmes\, Desiree Koslin\, Jan Manniko\, Mabel Mustonen\, Onni Nordman and Tatu Vuorio. Joanna Chopp\, Finnish American Heritage Center archivist\, and Phyllis Fredendall\, a former director of the Finlandia Art Gallery\, will speak at the opening reception and contextualize the exhibit. \n“It’s wonderful to tie the archival collection and the art collection together in an exhibition that reflects the ways that art and objects tell a story of our time and the time they were made\,” Fredendall said.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Detail of Infrared View Ryiji #2 by Desiree Koslin\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Highlighted alongside the art and archival artifacts of immigration are excerpts of oral history interviews from the FAHC Oral History Collection. These histories\, digitized and available to researchers through the Finnish American Historical Archive website\, allow visitors to immerse themselves in the firsthand experiences of immigrants and their descendants. Interim Gallery Director Clare Zuraw sees these stories as an important part of this exhibit.\n“Oral histories offer us perspective on the experiences of the past while also helping us to understand the present. Art tells a visual story\, while recordings and transcripts of stories preserve the words and experiences of our ancestors\,” she said.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n An opening reception will take place at Finlandia Art Gallery in Hancock on Thursday\, March 12 from 7-8:30 p.m. with remarks by Phyllis Fredendall and Joanna Chopp beginning at 7:20 p.m. “Me Siirtolaiset | We Immigrants” will be on display through April 16 at the Finnish American Heritage Center\, located at 435 Quincy St. in Hancock. The gallery is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays. For more information\, call 906-370-3722 or visit www.finlandiaartgallery.com.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\ngallery@finlandiafoundation.org\n\nFinlandia Art Gallery\nFinnish American Heritage Center\nFinlandia Foundation National\n435 Quincy St.\nHancock\, MI 49930
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/me-siirtolaiset-we-immigrants-on-display-march-12-april-16/
LOCATION:Finlandia Art Gallery\, 435 Quincy Street\, Hancock\, Michigan\, 49930
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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SUMMARY:Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Marquette -Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are partnering with Feeding America West Michigan to host a Mobile Food Pantry. Taking place on Thursday\, March 12. Food distribution will begin at 10:00am and continue while supplies last or until 11:30am. Food will be available for approximately 550 families. Due to changes with Feeding America West Michigan\, proxy pickup will be limited. This will be a drive-thru event with directions given by parking lot attendants. Guests are asked to remain in their cars and have adequate space prepared in their trunk or back seat in advance to allow the distribution team to place food boxes directly in the vehicle. Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are located at 219 Silver Creek Road in Harvey. Businesses or organizations that are interested in supporting these monthly mobile food pantries are encouraged to call 906.249.1715 for more information.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/feeding-america-mobile-food-pantry-8/
LOCATION:Silver Creek Church\, 219 Silver Creek Rd\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T170000
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SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: School’s Out\, Library’s In: Drop-In LEGO
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 12\, 2026.  \n12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Youth Services Room.  \nKids of all ages are welcome to come and hang out at the library during this MAPS halfday! Come read\, check out materials\, play and drop-in for some special half-day activities! It’s going to be a LEGO all day with LEGO building challenges in the Great Room and LEGO Stamping in the Makerspace. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. 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-schools-out-librarys-in-drop-in-lego/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260309T184404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T184404Z
UID:5059-1773334800-1773334800@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Pop into Spring!
DESCRIPTION:Pop into Spring!  A popcorn party for little learners! \n  \nDate:  March 12\, 2026 \nTime:  5:00pm \nLocation:  KBIC Health System Second Floor \n  \nWhat’s popping at the event: \nPopcorn sensory bin \nPopcorn story time \nLive popcorn popping \nPopcorn craft \n  \nFree event for families with children ages 0-5!  come pop into spring with us!  For more information\, please call 906-353-4540.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pop-into-spring/
LOCATION:KBIC Health System\, 102 N. Superior Avenue\, Baraga\, Michigan\, 49908
CATEGORIES:Western UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260306T224041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T224041Z
UID:5012-1773336600-1773343800@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children's Museum: "Magical Mindfulness and Me!"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum: “Magical Mindfulness and Me!”  \nThursday\, March 12\, 2026\, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  \n  \nExperience hands-on craft activities\, music\, and FREE Culver’s Frozen Custard.  \n  \nFREE to participate.   \n 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/second-thursday-creativity-series-at-the-upper-peninsula-childrens-museum-magical-mindfulness-and-me/
LOCATION:Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum\, 123 W Baraga Ave\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260227T220424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T220424Z
UID:4979-1773340200-1773345600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Marquette Poets Circle
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, March 12\, 2026\,  \n6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Heritage Room. \nAdults\, Seniors\, Family Friendly. Join local poets\, writers\, and poetry enthusiasts for an evening of poetry. Starting at 6:30 p.m.\, participants gather to workshop their current work\, followed by an Open Mic at 7:15 p.m. New and experienced poets are welcome for either or both events. 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-marquette-poets-circle-3/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260313T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260227T204827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T204827Z
UID:4929-1773360000-1773446399@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:9th Annual Spread Goodness Day
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to invite your participation in the 9th Annual Spread Goodness Day on Friday\, March 13th\, 2026.   \n  \nOver the last eight years\, this event has inspired millions of acts of goodness throughout Michigan & across the United States as individuals\, schools\, and organizations spread goodness in their communities.  \n  \nFor 2026\, our mission is clear: Make the future so bright\, we all need shades!  \n  \nWhile every day is a good day to spread goodness\, by celebrating together\, our individual efforts\, multiplied by hundreds\, thousands\, even millions\, have the power to change the world. Think of it like Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day but\, goodness!   \n  \nDid you know that performing acts of kindness\, or simply witnessing kindness\, creates oxytocin\, endorphins\, serotonin\, and dopamine? We can provide literal healing\, happiness\, and love to everyone around us. We’re not just changing the world together\, we are healing it! \n  \nHow to participate in Spread Goodness Day: \n  \nParticipate: Join the movement by engaging in acts of spreading goodness & sunshine on March 13\, 2026. Volunteer\, buy a coffee\, donate a car\, host an event. Anything good\, goes! (Decorate with sunshine & wear your favorite shades.)  \n \nSponsor: We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a variety of levels of sponsorship and return benefits to your business or organization. See attached sponsor levels or visit: http://www.spreadgoodnessday.com/donate  \n \nGift Cards: Donate a gift card for our random giveaways (We request gift cards to ensure the recipient goes to your business and learns about you.)
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/9th-annual-spread-goodness-day/
LOCATION:Michgian
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260313T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260110T204724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T204724Z
UID:4422-1773392400-1773414000@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Upper Peninsula–wide Grief Support Conference
DESCRIPTION:The U.P. Hospice Foundation has been awarded a Community Pilot Grant to host an Upper Peninsula–wide Grief Support Conference designed to equip professionals with practical tools to better support grieving children and youth across the region. The U.P. Hospice Foundation serves as the fiduciary and project manager for the grant\, with the conference developed through a collaborative partnership with U.P. Home Health & Hospice\, Lake Superior Life Care & Hospice\, and Dr. Yan Ciupak\, co-founder of the Grief Support Specialist Program at Northern Michigan University. \nGrief Support Training: Bridging Theory and Practice in Supporting Children and Youth is a one-day\, interactive conference created for professionals who work directly with children\, youth\, and families experiencing grief. Participants will gain exposure to current grief theory alongside evidence-informed\, practical strategies that can be immediately applied in real-world settings. The conference will include expert-led presentations\, hands-on expressive art activities\, and mindfulness-based\, embodied experiential practices that promote mindful\, holistic\, and individualized approaches to grief support. \nThe conference is open to professionals and agencies throughout the Upper Peninsula\, including school districts\, Intermediate School Districts (ISDs) and Regional Educational Service Agencies (RESAs)\, hospice and healthcare organizations\, social work departments\, counselors\, other community-based providers and caregivers. Organizers encourage agencies to share this opportunity widely within their networks to strengthen regional capacity for compassionate grief care. \nThe conference will offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs) for nurses and social workers. The inclusion of CEUs allows the training to count toward professional development requirements\, making participation both accessible and valuable while laying the groundwork for future regional offerings. \nThe conference will take place on March 13\, 2026 from 9:00am-3:00pm\, at the Northern Center at Northern Michigan University. Professionals and agencies interested in attending are encouraged to visit https://www.uphomehealth.org/event/upgriefsupport2026/ to register and learn more about speakers\, session content\, and CEU opportunities. Early interest and registration are encouraged to ensure broad regional participation. 
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/upper-peninsula-wide-grief-support-conference/
LOCATION:Northern Center\, NMU\, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue\, Marquette\, Michigan\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260313T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260221T224423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T224423Z
UID:4844-1773396000-1773397800@www.keepitintheup.com
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-22/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260313T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260221T215604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T215604Z
UID:4819-1773399600-1773414000@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Digitization Days
DESCRIPTION:The Barnes-Hecker Mine Disaster occurred on November 3\, 1926. Fifty-one men lost their lives; forty-one of them are still buried at the site of the cave in. To commemorate the 100th anniversary\, the Marquette Regional History Center will host Digitization Days\, where community members can receive free digital scans of their documents and photographs pertaining to the mine\, employees\, family members\, and friends. These scans will be added to the Longyear Research Library’s digital collections for future generations to learn from. \n  \nDigitization Days will be held at the Marquette Regional History Center on Saturday\, March 7 from 10-3\, at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library on Friday\, March 13 from 11-3\, and at the Marquette Regional History Center on Wednesday\, March 25 from 10-8. Appointments are required. To schedule\, call (906) 226-3571 or email mrhc@marquettehistory.org. \nBarnes-Hecker Digitization Days poster
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/digitization-days/
LOCATION:Ishpeming Carnegie Library\, 317 N Main St\, Ishpeming\, MI\, 49849\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260313T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260221T231306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T231306Z
UID:4907-1773403200-1773403200@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care\, Compassion\, and Connection
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, March (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.
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/pwpl-presents-cultivating-care-compassion-and-connection-28/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260313T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260227T220513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T220513Z
UID:4981-1773403200-1773410400@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: CRP Docu Cinema: Stonewall Uprising
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 13\, 2026.  \n12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Shiras Room. \nAdults\, Seniors. In conjunction with NMU’s Common Reader Program\, PWPL screens this documentary detailing the events surrounding June 28\, 1969\, that kicked off the modern gay civil rights movement. Rated R. 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-crp-docu-cinema-stonewall-uprising/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260313T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260227T220551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T220551Z
UID:4983-1773403200-1773421200@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:PWPL Presents: School’s Out\, Library’s In: Drop-In LEGO
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, March 13\, 2026.  \n12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.  \nPeter White Public Library Youth Services Room.  \nKids of all ages are welcome to come and hang out at the library during this MAPS halfday! Come read\, check out materials\, play and drop-in for some special half-day activities! In case you missed Thursday or didn’t get enough LEGO time in – we are doubling down with a second LEGO all day! There will be LEGO building challenges in the Great Room and LEGO Stamping in the Makerspace. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. 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-schools-out-librarys-in-drop-in-lego-2/
LOCATION:Peter White Public Library\, 217 N Front Street\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260314T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20251205T230824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T230824Z
UID:4112-1773446400-1773532799@www.keepitintheup.com
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-11/
LOCATION:Michgian
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260314T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T214134
CREATED:20260314T194636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T194636Z
UID:5153-1773473400-1773480600@www.keepitintheup.com
SUMMARY:Breakfast and Business Series: Healthcare in Our Community
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast and Business Series: Healthcare in Our Community\nHoliday Inn Marquette\n1951 US-41\, Marquette\, MI\nFriday\, March 27 | 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Today!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStart your morning with coffee\, breakfast\, and time to connect before a conversation with regional leaders about the role healthcare plays in our community. Panelists will share high-level perspectives on what they are seeing locally\, how needs are changing\, and how organizations are working together to support residents and businesses.\n\nThis discussion will explore the connections between healthcare\, quality of life\, and a strong local economy\, with time for questions and open dialogue.\n\nRegistration is encouraged\, as space is limited. Breakfast and networking are included.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Panelists include:\n\n\nTonya Darner\, UP Health System\nMelissa Holmquist\, Upper Peninsula Health Plan\nElise Bur\, NMU Center for Rural Health\n\n\n We’ll also be joined by special guests Lauren LaPine and Laura Appel from the Michigan Health & Hospital Association.\n\n\n7:30 – 8:00 a.m. | Registration\, Networking\, and Breakfast\nStart the day by connecting with peers over coffee and a light breakfast while checking in and settling into the event.\n8:00 – 9:30 a.m. | Presentation\n\n\nAdmission is $25 for LSCP Partners and $35 for Non-Partners.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our Sponsors:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLast chance to purchase your 2026 Breakfast and Business Pass!\n\nPurchase the Breakfast & Business 2026 Series Pass to attend remaining Breakfast & Business events for 2026.\n\nThis pass includes automatic registration for all 2026 Breakfast & Business events\, so there is no need to register individually for each session.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more
URL:https://www.keepitintheup.com/event/breakfast-and-business-series-healthcare-in-our-community/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn of Marquette\, 1951 Us 41 West\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Central UP Events
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