Keep It In The UP!

Cyber Clinic: Families
2025-03-17 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Michigan
Cyber Clinic: Families
Monday March 17, 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: Families is perfect for parents and guardians of children and teens trying to navigate how to keep your children safe online, manage their apps, messaging and more. 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.

NMU Hosts UNITED Conference
2025-03-17 09:00 - 20:00 | Michigan
Northern Michigan University’s 18th annual UNITED Conference will be held Monday and Tuesday, March 17-18, in the Northern Center. It revolves around the theme “Voices of the Earth: Learning, Leading and Advancing Equity Together.” Keynote speakers/presentations are: Leanne Betasamosake Simpson, author of this year’s NMU Diversity Common Reader Program selection, “As We Have Always Done”; RJ Smith of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, who will address the traditional Anishinaabe game Bagodowe, or lacrosse; and an Anishinaabe theatrical performance.
The conference will also feature breakout sessions on a variety of topics—including some led by students; an optional paid dinner/dance; a Poetry Without Borders event; and the NMU WellBeing Health Fair.
The schedule follows. All events are free unless otherwise noted, and those that include a meal (indicated with an asterisk *) require advance registration by March 13 at https://nmu.edu/united/.
Monday, March 17:
8:50-10 a.m. General session presentation by RJ Smith on the traditional Anishinaabe game Bagodowe, or lacrosse
11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m.* Decolonizing Diet luncheon featuring pecan-crusted whitefish, cranberry wild rice, bison and ground beef meatloaf, and maple glazed sweet potato while Leanne Betasamosake Simpson discusses her book, “As We Have Always Done.”
2:15-4:30 p.m. UNITED breakout sessions
4:45-7:15 p.m. Bagodowe Exhibition Game at the NMU Superior Dome, with RJ Smith presenting to the Wildcat women’s lacrosse team, along with the men’s and women’s club lacrosse teams
5:30-7:30 p.m.* Optional dinner and “Rhythm of Unity” dance, featuring Southern-style Soul Food of fried chicken, brisket, collard greens and baked macaroni and cheese, followed by dance music from DJ Greg Sandell. $35 per person.
Tuesday, March 18:
7:30-8:45 a.m.* Professional Networking breakfast mixer with Southern-style favorites grits, bacon, and biscuits with sausage gravy.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. NMU WellBeing Health Fair
10:15-11:15 a.m. UNITED breakout sessions
11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.* Lunch with an Anishinaabe theatrical performance presented by Shannon Epplett (Sault Ste. Marie) and Sam Aros-Mitchell (Yaquil)
1-5:30 UNITED Conference Breakout Sessions
5:30-6:45 p.m. Poetry Without Borders

Chassell - Let's Eat Community Meal
2025-03-16 16:00 - 17:30 | Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 42905 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell, Michigan, 49916
March 16th (at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Chassell) from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm.
The menu will be spaghetti with all the trimmings including fruit.

Please tell all your friends and neighbors about it if you get a chance.
Meals will be served inside and take outs are also available. We encourage eating inside in Fellowship Hall so that you can meet your neighbors and other community members.

Hancock - UP Wild in the Keweenaw
2025-03-16 15:00 | Chapel of St. Matthew, 532 Franklin Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event.

Nature Prayer Service

Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 3:00 pm, Chapel of St. Matthew

* The Chapel of St. Matthew is in Hancock, MI on the former campus of Finlandia University.

Lanni Lantto from UP Wild (Marquette) will be leading the Nature Prayer Service. The Nature Prayer Services are opportunities to connect with God, nature, and each other in a relaxed setting. Each service has a leader who will guide the service with prayers, readings, and reflection. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

Hancock - Nature Prayer Service
2025-03-16 15:00 | Chapel of St. Matthew, 532 Franklin Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Nature Prayer Service

Sunday, March 16 at 3:00 pm, Chapel of St. Matthew

* The Chapel of St. Matthew is in Hancock, MI on the former campus of Finlandia University.

The Nature Prayer Services are opportunities to connect with God, nature, and each other in a relaxed setting. Each service has a leader who will guide the service with prayers, readings, and reflection. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

Calumet - Loaded Baked Potato Luncheon
2025-03-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Calumet United Methodist Church, 57235 Calumet Avenue, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
Loaded Baked Potato Luncheon at Calumet United Methodist Church

Everyone is invited to enjoy loaded baked potatoes with all the fixings on Saturday, March 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Calumet United Methodist Church. Lunch includes dessert and coleslaw, and takeout is available. Cost is $10.
The church is located at 57235 Calumet Ave.

Beijing Guitar Duo to Perform at NMU
2025-03-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Michigan
The Beijing Guitar duo, composed of Meng Su and Yameng Wang, will follow a 12-city U.S. tour with a performance at Northern Michigan University as part of the Siril Concert Series. The event is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 14. The guitarists will also deliver two free events the same day: a music appreciation presentation at 11 a.m., and a masterclass at 1 p.m. All will be held in Reynolds Recital Hall.
Admission is $12 for general admission and free for NMU students and youth 18 and under. Tickets are available at nmu.universitytickets.com.
Praised by the distinguished Classical Guitar Magazine as “having the star potential to serve as inspiration for new generations of guitarists to come,” the Beijing Guitar Duo made their New York debut in Carnegie Hall in 2010 and launched their international concert career.
They have performed around the world in halls such as the Concertgebouw, Palau de Musica, Tchaikovsky Hall and the National Theatre in Beijing. The duo regularly collaborates with orchestras, in ensemble with flutist Marina Piccinini, guitarists Grigoryan Brothers and with their mentor Manuel Barrueco touring in Europe, Australia, Asia and the U.S.
The Beijing Guitar Duo’s performances and recordings have impressed the public with “an ability and artistry that exceeds their years.” Their debut CD Maracaípe, received a Latin-GRAMMY nomination for the titled piece, which was dedicated to them by renowned guitarist/composer Sergio Assad. Their second CD, Bach to Tan Dun, has been widely noted for the world-premiere recording of Tan Dun’s Eight Memories in Watercolor, specially arranged for the duo by Manuel Barrueco. A recording in trio, China West, with Maestro Barrueco was released in May 2014.
Meng Su and Yameng Wang were born in the coastal city of Qingdao, China. They came to the partnership with exceptional credentials, including a string of competition awards. Su’s honors include victories at the Vienna Youth Guitar Competition and the Christopher Parkening Guitarist Competition, while Wang was the youngest guitarist to win the Tokyo International Guitar Competition at the age of 12, and was invited by Radio France to perform at the prestigious Paris International Guitar Art Week at age 14. Both young artists had given solo recitals in China and abroad, and had made recordings before they formed the duo.
In addition to performing concerts, the duo shares a love of teaching, which brings them to major conservatories in the world for master classes and to judge competitions. The duo served as artists-in-residence from 2011-15 for the San Francisco Performances, which brought them to the Bay Area two weeks a year for community outreach, performances, and masterclasses in public schools, as well as for the SF Conservatory.

Houghton - What's the Rush? Video Presentation
2025-03-14 18:00 | Michigan Tech Forestry Building, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
“What’s the Rush?” Video Presentation
A special video presentation featuring Doug Tallamy, a leading voice in the natural landscaping movement, begins at 6 p.m. Friday, March 14, at the Michigan Tech Forestry Building.

He will discuss how small changes in your yard can have a huge impact on biodiversity. By creating native habitat, you can help restore nature while experiencing the joy and fulfillment of connecting with the world around you.
The presentation includes practical steps to create habitat and support wildlife and a live Q&A with local experts to answer your native planting questions. Free handouts with the best native trees and plants for your area will also be available.

The event is sponsored by Keweenaw Wild Ones and the Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area (KISMA). For more information, visit keweenaw.wildones.org.

Baraga - Fish Fry
2025-03-14 16:30 - 18:30 | St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 318 Lyons Street, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Knights of Columbus 2934 is having a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent

Fish Fry Dates : March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, April 4th and April 11th

at St. Ann’s Church Hall, Baraga from 4:30p to 6:30p

Serving: Fried and/or Baked Cod, French Fries and/or Potato Wedges, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw and Dessert

Cost: Adults – $15.00 – Children 5-12 $6.00 and Under 5 Free

NEA Big Read Docu Cinema: Very Semi-Serious
2025-03-14 12:00 - 14:30 | Michigan
NEA Big Read Docu Cinema: Very Semi-Serious
Friday, March 14, 2025, 12:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. This documentary features Roz Chast and explores the genius of The New Yorker single-panel cartoon. Following the film, there will be a discussion of the humor of Roz Chast in Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant? No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

NEA Big Read: Marquette Poets Circle
2025-03-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Michigan
NEA Big Read: Marquette Poets Circle
Thursday, March 13, 2025, 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, 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.

Second Thursday Creativity Series
2025-03-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Michigan
Join us for our Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum:
“The Big Read”
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Cloverland in Concert
In cahoots with the Peter White Public Library
Explore words and music at the Children’s Museum. Come to play, listen, write, and tell your story.
Experience hands-on craft activities, music, seed planting, and FREE Culver’s Frozen Custard. FREE to participate.

Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
2025-03-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Michigan
Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
Thursday, March 13, 2025. 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. All Ages, Family Friendly. oin the Friends of PWPL in their bi-annual book sale.
Thursday Night is a presale fundraiser event. There is a $5.00 admission fee/person. All other book sale dates have free admission. Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. To learn more about this amazing group of volunteers, visit our website https://pwpl.info/friends-of-pwpl//.

Mobile Food Pantry
2025-03-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Michigan
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 13. 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.

He Went Down with His Ship: Captain Burke and Steamer Arlington
2025-03-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Michigan
Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
At the Marquette Regional History Center
Scuba diver and historian Dan Fountain will take you on the voyage of the Arlington. In the summer of 2023, a group of shipwreck hunters set out for the middle of Lake Superior in search of a shipwreck. They succeeded in finding an intact steel steamer in deep water, but what was it? Subsequent ROV dives to the wreck revealed its unexpected identity, and further research revealed that the wreck had tales to tell of rescue by a nearby freighter, the first trip on the lake for two young deckhands, and the veteran captain who wouldn’t (or couldn’t?) abandon ship and went down to a watery grave. $5 suggested donation

L'Anse - BCCC Lunch & Learn
2025-03-12 11:30 - 13:00 | Baraga County Chamber of Commerce, 1 N. Main Street, L'Anse, Michigan, 49946
Keweenaw Bay and Beyond – Baraga County Chamber of Commerce Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, March 12 from 11:30 to 1:00 ~ Complimentary lunch will be provided.
Chamber conference Room, 1 N. Main, L’Anse, MI
Contact the Chamber ()906) 353-8808 for more information.

Understanding the balance sheet and profit and loss statement is crucial for any business owner,. Here’s a quick overview of what will be covered:

Basic Business Financial Statements: Learn the fundamental financial documents that every business should maintain.

Balance Sheet: Understand what a balance sheet is, how to create one, and what it tells you abut your business’s financial position.

Profit and Loss Statement (P&L): Discover the ins and outs of the P&L Statement, its components, and how to read and use it to assess your business’s performance.

This session should provide valuable insights on how to use these financial tools to improve and understand your business better.

MARQUETTE CITY MANAGER COMMUNITY OFFICE HOURS
2025-03-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Michigan
Marquette City Manager Karen Kovacs will hold her next community office hours on
Wednesday, March 12 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Heritage Room, of the Peter White
Public Library. The meeting is intended to provide an informal opportunity to discuss
issues within the community, and to give citizens the opportunity for direct dialogue with
City staff about interests and concerns.

NMU Choral Concert
2025-03-11 19:30 - 20:30 | Michigan
The Northern Michigan University Department of Music will present a choral concert, Soundscapes and Supernovas, at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, in Reynolds Recital Hall. The concert will feature the NMU Arts Chorale, the University Choir, and multiple student conductors under the direction of Associate Professor Erin Colwitz. Admission is free.
The program will explore the theme of soundscapes and supernovas, with selections including Cell’s Planets by Erika Lloyd (arr. Vince Peterson), Hymne au Soleil by Lili Boulanger, and How to Sing Like a Planet by Elizabeth Alexander.

NEA Big Read B.G. Bradley Creative Writing Workshop
2025-03-11 16:00 - 17:30 | Michigan
NEA Big Read B.G. Bradley Creative Writing Workshop
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 4:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. B. G. Bradley (award-winning novelist and teacher) will lead participants–teens, adults, seniors–through writing prompts encouraging participants to write short memoir pieces about parents, grandparents, and persons of note in their lives. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Agriculture for Tomorrow Conference in Escanaba
2025-03-11 09:00 - 16:00 | Michigan
Michigan State University Extension will once again host the annual Agriculture for Tomorrow Conference in Escanaba. The event will take place Tuesday, March 11th, 2025 from 9:00am to 4:00pm ET at the Joseph Heirman University Center, Room 952, at Bay College in Escanaba, MI. Online registration for the event is open now with early bird pricing available until March 1st. Participants registering before March 1st will save $10 and reserve their spot for a delicious local food lunch at the conference.
A keynote address from MSU Associate Director of AgBioResearch, Dr. James Averill, will kick-off the event highlighting the recently updated strategic plan for MSU’s Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center based on stakeholder input collected over the last six months. Afterward, four concurrent educational tracks focused on specialty crops (vegetables), field crops & forage, homesteading, and livestock topics will be offered. Attendees have the option of staying in a single track or floating among the individual sessions/topics. A conference trade show will feature local agencies and companies serving agriculture in the Upper Peninsula.
There is a $30 per person registration fee for attending this event, which includes educational materials and lunch. After March 1st through the day of the conference, the registration fee will increase to $40 per person, with only cash or check accepted at the door. Agricultural companies and organizations are invited to sponsor the conference and/or exhibit at the event trade show. Sponsorships of $50+ are eligible for one complimentary trade show booth and conference registration. Non-profit organizations are eligible for a free trade show booth. Visit https://events.anr.msu.edu/2025Ag4Tomorrow/ for more information and to register. Contact James DeDecker at dedecke5@msu.edu or (906) 439-5114 with questions.

NEA Big Read Roz Chast Virtual Keynote
2025-03-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Michigan
NEA Big Read Roz Chast Virtual Keynote
Monday, March 10, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Author Roz Chast will participate in a Q&A on the subject matter/themes of Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant? and the challenges/rewards of writing a graphic memoir. Elizabeth Peterson from WLUC TV 6 will be the guest moderator. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

UPCC Apprentice of the Year Banquet
2025-03-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Michigan
UPCC Apprentice of the Year Banquet

WHEN: Saturday, March 8, 2025. Program begins at 6:15 p.m.

WHERE: Island Resort and Casino, W 399 U.S. Rte 2, Harris, MI 49845

DETAILS: The UPCC will hold its annual Apprentice of the Year banquet to recognize outstanding apprentices in the U.P. construction industry. Eighteen apprentices have been nominated for the title. The winner will receive $1,000, and two runners up will each receive $500. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson, who has announced his intention to run for Michigan governor, will be the guest speaker.

CONTACT: Jen Eyer, jeneyer@gmail.com, 734-846-1566

NEA Big Read Tyler Tichelaar Keynote: Chief Kawbawgam
2025-03-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Michigan
NEA Big Read Tyler Tichelaar Keynote: Chief Kawbawgam
Saturday, March 8, 2025, 1:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. Marquette Regional History Museum. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Keynote Presentation: Tyler Tichelaar (award-winning author). Tyler Tichelaar will present information on local historical figure Charles Kawbawgam based on his book Kawbawgam: The Chief, the Legend, the Man. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Repair Café
2025-03-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Michigan
Repair Café
Saturday, March 8, 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 - Fish Fry
2025-03-07 16:30 - 18:30 | St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 318 Lyons Street, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
Knights of Columbus 2934 is having a Fish Fry every Friday during Lent

Fish Fry Dates : March 7th, March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, April 4th and April 11th

at St. Ann’s Church Hall, Baraga from 4:30p to 6:30p

Serving: Fried and/or Baked Cod, French Fries and/or Potato Wedges, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw and Dessert

Cost: Adults – $15.00 – Children 5-12 $6.00 and Under 5 Free

Portage Lake Little League Registration
2025-03-07 00:00 - 2025-03-14 23:59 | Michigan
“Spring is almost here, and that means it’s time to Play Ball! Portage Lake Little League is gearing up for another fun, exciting season and we want you to be a part of the action! Registration is open now for T-ball, baseball, and softball, but will close on Friday, March 14th. Visit the Portage Lake Little League website or Facebook page to sign up today!”

NEA Big Read Marty Achatz Creative Writing Workshop
2025-03-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Michigan
NEA Big Read Marty Achatz Creative Writing Workshop
Thursday, March 6, 2025, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Marty Achatz (two-time U.P. Poet Laureate) will lead participants through writing prompts based on Roz Chast’s Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?, exploring the theme of home and the people who make/made us. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

League of Women Voters of Marquette County March Meeting
2025-03-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Michigan
The League of Women Voters of Marquette County will hold its next general membership meeting on Wednesday, March 5th at 6:45 p.m. Social time begins at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in Studio 1 on the Lower Level of the Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St., Marquette.
The 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.

All community members are welcome to attend. For more information, send an email to lwvmqtco@gmail.com. If inclement weather, visit website lwvmqt.org to confirm if the meeting is “Live” or “Zoom”.

He Went Down with His Ship: Captain Burke and the Steamer Arlington
2025-03-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Michigan
He Went Down with His Ship: Captain Burke and the Steamer Arlington
Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.
At the Marquette Regional History Center
Scuba diver and historian Dan Fountain will take you on the voyage of the Arlington. In the summer of 2023, a group of shipwreck hunters set out for the middle of Lake Superior in search of a shipwreck. They succeeded in finding an intact steel steamer in deep water, but what was it? Subsequent ROV dives to the wreck revealed its unexpected identity, and further research revealed that the wreck had tales to tell of rescue by a nearby freighter, the first trip on the lake for two young deckhands, and the veteran captain who wouldn’t (or couldn’t?) abandon ship and went down to a watery grave. $5 suggested donation.

Houghton - Copper Country Beekeeping Club
2025-03-04 18:30 | Carnegie Museum, 105 Huron Street, Houghton, MI, 49931, United States
The Copper Country Beekeeping Club will meet on Tuesday, March 4 at 6:30 pm at the Carnegie Museum in Houghton. Please use the lower level entrance.
This month, we’ll be showcasing key highlights from the Midwest HoneyBee Expo and offering tips on how to prepare for a successful season ahead. Buzz on by!
