Negaunee Public Library Presents: building club
2026-04-16 15:30 - 16:30 UTC | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Thursday, April 16
3:30-4:30 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library is hosting a building club. Youth ages 5 and up are welcome to participate in a weekly building club, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16. Kids will discuss a topic that will be the focus of their creations, and then have time to build with blocks such as LEGO bricks. Participants can have their creations displayed in the library until the following meeting. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a caring adult; older youth who are unaccompanied must be able to provide a caring adult’s phone number in case of emergency. This event is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

PWPL Presents: ¡Hola Español! - Spanish Club
2026-04-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursday, April 16, 2026.
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Join us for a fun and interactive introduction into the Spanish language and the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries! Kids will learn basic Spanish vocabulary through games, stories, and hands-on activities. Open to kids in Kindergarten through 6th grade.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

Help us Celebrate our 2026 Distinguished Service Award Recipients at the LSCP Annual Dinner
2026-04-16 17:30 | Northern Center, NMU, 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, Michigan, 49855

NMU Presents "9 to 5" Musical
2026-04-16 19:30, 2026-04-17 19:30, 2026-04-18 13:00, 2026-04-18 19:30 | Forest Roberts Theatre, 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Forest Roberts Theatre
April 9-11 and 16-18.
7:30 p.m
April 11 (sensory-friendly) & 18
1 p.m.

Northern Michigan University Theatre & Dance will present “9 to 5,” a musical based on the 1980 film featuring an original score by country music singer Dolly Parton. Show dates are Thursday-Saturday, April 9-11 and 16-18.
The musical follows office workers Violet, Judy and Doralee, who reach their breaking point under their sexist and self-centered boss. Instead of backing down, they come up with a bold plan to turn the tables and take control of their workplace. What unfolds is a mix of comedy, imagination and determination as they work to create a more respectful and fair environment.
Filled with memorable songs and plenty of laughs, “9 to 5” highlights the strength of friendship and the importance of speaking up. The musical offers an uplifting story about standing together and challenging the status quo, all set to a lively score.
Please note that “9 to 5” is meant for mature audiences. Show times are 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, April 9-11 and 16-18, with a 1 p.m. Theatre for All sensory-friendly matinee on April 11, and another regular 1 p.m. matinee on April 18.
Tickets are $25 for the general public; $22 for NMU employees, seniors, and military; $15 for youth; and $5 for NMU students. They can be purchased at nmu.universitytickets.com/.

The NMU Trombone Choir
2026-04-16 19:30 | NMU Reynolds Recital Hall, Marquette, Michigan
Thursday, April 16,
7:30 p.m.
Reynolds Recital Hall
The NMU Trombone Choir will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 16, in Reynolds Recital Hall under the direction of Stephen Grugin. The annual concert will showcase a variety of music highlighting the versatility of the trombone ensemble.

Tickets are available at nmu.universitytickets.com.

Register for the 48th Annual Big Bay Relay
2026-04-17 00:00 - 2026-05-13 23:59 | MI
Registration fees are $195 per team until May 8th and $215 May 9th until May 13th.
Be a Part of U.P. History
What makes The Big Bay Relay different from any other relay? It is the Upper Peninsula’s most esteemed and historic race relay event. Join the Noquemanon Trail Network in celebrating the 48th annual Big Bay Relay kicking off at the Kaufman Sports Complex Saturday, May 16th 2026!
The relay welcomes runners of all levels and we cannot wait to see what creative team names our runners come up with for the 2026 race! Teams are composed of five runners for adults and up to seven for youth teams. The relay spans the twenty-six mile stretch of Marquette’s historic 550 Big Bay Road and the finish line is in Draver Park in Big Bay.
In spring of 1972, Marquette held its first Big Bay Relay coordinated by Race Director Karen Kunkle and her husband Jack. The first race brought only ten relay teams and has grown to include over fifty teams in the past several years.
If you are an elite runner who wants to compete, or a group of friends that want to try something adventurous, this picturesque relay is for you. For 48 years the Big Bay Relay has been uniting community members, families and friends, and we want you to be a part of this year’s race! It’s all about having fun, being with friends and family while celebrating where we live and recreate.
For further details or to register for the 2026 race, visit us at, https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/Marquette/BigBayRelay today.
Registration fees are $195 per team until May 8th and $215 May 9th until May 13th.
Registration divisions include five person all-female, all-male, or mixed teams and seven person junior division teams. Included is a “Team Spirit” award for the team that goes above and beyond. This year all proceeds benefit the Big BayPathway/Trails. If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions please contact Marcia Gonstead at (906)345-0149, or by e-mail at bigbayrelay@gmail.com.

Marcia Gonstead
8267 County Road Marquette, MI 49855
Phone: 906.345.0149

Fire up for the 2026 Marquette July 4th Parade by Kiwanis
2026-04-17 00:00 - 2026-06-12 23:59 | MI
Deadline June 12, 2025.
The Marquette Kiwanis Club proudly announces our 31st year of sponsoring the Marquette July 4th Parade with the City of Marquette-starting at 2 pm on Saturday July 4th at McClelland & W. Washington.
Online Application to enter Parade, click the link and fill out the application form at https://bit.ly/KiwanisMQTParadeApplication.
Theme: One Nation Indivisible – Celebrating 250 Years!

To encourage youth participation, 10 grants of $150 to defray float costs along with fee waivers will be given to youth sports, dance and theater groups. Contact Pam Simmons to apply (see below).
Also, we offer an accessible viewing space and parking on W. Washington for people with limited mobility.
For Parade details and application and nomination forms, check out our website at: marquettefourth.com

Email us at directormqtparade@gmail.com
Marquette Kiwanis July 4th Parade 2026 Committee

Robert Anderson
rcanderson1148@gmail.com
906-373-6037

Rebecca Akers
906-271-0135

Pam Simmons
231-818-6513

PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
2026-04-17 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays & Fridays April (7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28), 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Preschool 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.

PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection
2026-04-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, April (10, 17, 24) 2026.
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room.
In partnership with several area organizations, this hour-long event offers a safe space to pause, reflect, and build meaningful connections with others who are committed to cultivating kindness in our world. Each week, a different organization takes the lead, with experienced educators and leaders facilitating. This rotating format ensures diverse perspectives and practices while maintaining a shared commitment to the Charter for Compassion and the Circle of Trust principles.
For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit pwpl.info.

L'Anse Area Schools Spring Pow Wow
2026-04-17 13:00 - 15:15 | L’Anse Area Schools, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
KBIC Promise Neighborhoods presents L’ANSE AREA SCHOOLS K-12 SPRING POW WOW

Friday, April 17th from 1p – 3:15p

LAS Gymnasium, 201 N 4th Street, L’Anse

Public is welcome to attend.

Dollar Bay's Kindergarten Registration & Round-Up
2026-04-17 14:15 | Dollar Bay-Tamarack City Area School, 48475 Maple Drive, Dollar Bay, Michigan, 49922
Dollar Bay’s Kindergarten Registration is open! The DB Kindergarten Round-Up will be Friday, April 17, at 2:15 at the Dollar Bay School. Kids will hear a story read by the teacher, have a cookie in the lunchroom, and take a school bus ride around the neighborhood. Families of kids who will be 5 years old by September 1 are warmly invited. The registration form can be found under the Parents tab of the school website. Parents with questions are welcome to call the school office.

PWPL Presents: LEGO Club.
2026-04-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, April (10, 17, 24), 2026.
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Meet 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.

Baraga Co Shelter Home, Copper Shores, KBIC Victim Services Sign Making
2026-04-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Zeba Community Hall, Zeba Road, Zeba, Michigan, 49946
Baraga County Shelter Home, Copper Shores, and KBIC Victim Services and Programs SIGN MAKING

April 14th from 4p – 8p
April 17th from 5p – 7p
Zeba Hall

Make a sign to honor a survivor of violence or to support crime victims’ rights. Signs will be displayed on the L’Anse Waterfront as a part of our National Crime Victims’ Rights Week Vigil on April 19th.

Questions? Contact Jessica at 906-353-4595 or Holly at 906-524-7079

KBIC Victim Services - Wire Wrap Earrings
2026-04-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Zeba Community Hall, Zeba Road, Zeba, Michigan, 49946
KBIC Victim Services & Programs WIRE WRAP EARRINGS

Friday, April 17th from 5pm to 7pm at Zeba Hall

Contact Jade at 906-353-4598 or Jessica at 906-353-4595
To register or ask questions.

Goat Movie Night for Public
2026-04-17 18:00 | Niiwin Akeaa Community Center, 111 Beartown Road, Baraga, Michigan, 49908
KBIC Health System and Youth Department presents Goat Movie Night

Free Entry, Friday, April 17th
Starts at 6:00p @ Niiwin Akeaa Center

Open to the public
Concession available

PWPL Presents: Spring Fling
2026-04-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Friday, April 17, 2026.
7:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
All students in grades 6 to 8 are invited to put on your best summer themed attire for the library’s annual Spring Fling. Dance to your favorite songs and hang out with your friends. Parent chaperones are always welcome to help. Ticket required, which can be purchased at the PWPL Teen Zone. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in person. IF for some reason we need to
reschedule due weather, the dance will take place on Saturday, April 18.
For more information, and to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info
or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Saturday Storytime
2026-04-18 11:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturdays, April (4, 11, 18), 2026.
11:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Songs, 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.

Guts Frisbee Tournament
2026-04-18 12:00 | NMU Superior Dome, 1401 Presque Isle Ave lot 15, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Guts Frisbee Tournament
Superior Dome

Dates: April 18, 2026

12:00 PM

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Marquette Guts Frisbee Association is proud to announce the Guts Frisbee Spring Indoor Tournament at the Superior Dome at Northern Michigan University, Saturday, April 18, 2026!

Everyone is welcome to participate and encouraged to attend. Reach out to Marquette Guts Frisbee to learn more!

Guts Frisbee Spring Indoor Tournament
2026-04-18 12:00 | NMU Superior Dome, 1401 Presque Isle Ave lot 15, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Guts Frisbee Spring Indoor Tournament
Superior Dome 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855
April 18, 2026
12:00 PM

Marquette Guts Frisbee Association is proud to announce the Guts Frisbee Spring Indoor Tournament at the Superior Dome at Northern Michigan University, Saturday, April 18, 2026!
Everyone is welcome to participate and encouraged to attend. Reach out to Marquette Guts Frisbee to learn more!

3rd Annual BE KIND TO YOUR MIND Youth Mental Health Fair
2026-04-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Hancock Community Hub Gym, 417 Quincy Street, Hancock, MI, 49930, United States
Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds presents: 3rd Annual BE KIND TO YOUR MIND Youth Mental Health Fair for teens ages 13-19

FREE EVENT!
April 18,th from 12p – 4pm at the Hancock Community Hub

What to expect:
Activities to calm your mind and body
Sound bath by Jenny
Speakers telling their recovery stories
Free food and door prizes

For more information: ksup4healthymninds@gmail.com & Facebook

UP Wild Gathering
2026-04-18 15:00 | Houghton Township Pavilion, Eagle River, Michigan
UP Wild in the Keweenaw monthly event.

UP Wild Gathering
Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Eagle River Falls (Gather at the Houghton Township Pavilion next to the Eagle River Museum)

The UP Wild Gatherings are opportunities to connect with God and each other within our natural world. Each Gathering has a leader who will guide the participants through readings and reflection. The Gatherings are appropriate for all ages, including families and children. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary.

Veterans Hockey Game Fundraiser
2026-04-18 19:00 | Dee Stadium, 700 East Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
Veterans Hockey Game at Dee Stadium to Raise Funds for Tunnel to Towers and Strengthen Community Support Across the Upper Peninsula

The Michigan Upper Peninsula Veterans Hockey Club will return to Dee Stadium on April 18 at 7:00 p.m. for its annual game against the Minnesota Warriors. This year’s event raises funds for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which provides direct housing and financial support to Gold Star families, injured veterans, and first responders facing serious hardship. The foundation is known for keeping administrative costs low and ensuring donations reach the people who need them most. Admission is five dollars, with free entry for military, first responders, and children twelve and under.

The team’s story began with a simple question about whether the Upper Peninsula had enough veterans who played hockey to form a team. In a region where hockey is woven into daily life and generations have grown up on the ice, the answer came quickly. That team now has a roster of more than forty veterans from across the region. Many had stepped away from organized hockey years ago, but the chance to reconnect with fellow veterans and return to a sport that has always been part of this community brought them back to the ice. What started as a friendly challenge has become a steady, community‑rooted program that continues to grow.

Players often talk about how the team gives them a place where they feel grounded and understood. The locker room offers a sense of belonging that can be difficult to find after military service. Practices and games give them structure, purpose, and a shared mission. The team’s commitment to raising money for others adds meaning to every event, and that mission‑driven approach has become a defining part of who they are.

The impact of the team reaches well beyond the rink. Their games have raised funds for the D. J. Jacobetti Home for Veterans, the Copper Country Veterans Association, youth hockey programs, and adaptive recreation efforts. Their partnership with the Tunnel to Towers Foundation connects local fundraising to a national network of support for veterans and first responders.

One of the most visible outcomes of their efforts is the expansion of adaptive skating access at Dee Stadium. Support from past events has helped strengthen the sled hockey program managed by Equipment Loans of the Keweenaw. These sleds are available for ongoing community use, and families from surrounding towns regularly travel to Houghton to participate. The Dee has become a regional hub for inclusive recreation, and the veterans have played a meaningful role in making that possible.

The team continues to be lifted by strong community support. Keweenaw Waters Resort has generously provided free lodging for visiting players, helping make the event possible for teams traveling long distances. Level UP Apparel has contributed custom shirts, hoodies, jackets, and hats, with proceeds supporting the fundraising effort. Players often talk about how the community’s spirit shows up in countless ways: from home‑cooked food and Keweenaw Brewing Company beer to open doors and warm welcomes. That sense of local pride and generosity has become a defining part of the event, and a reminder of how deeply this region stands behind its veterans.

There are several ways for community members to learn more or donate. The team maintains an active Facebook page where updates, photos, and event details are posted. A Facebook event page for the April 18 game will also include information, along with a direct donation link and a QR code for ease. Posters around town will feature the same QR code for quick access. The team has set a fundraising goal of $10,000 this year, and a silent auction at the event will help support that effort. Anyone with questions about donations or the program can contact John French directly at jfrench@up.net.

Event information:
April 18, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
Dee Stadium, Houghton
$5 admission
Free for military, first responders, and children twelve and under

Resurrection Symphony by Gustav Mahler
2026-04-18 19:00 | Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, Michgian, 49931
The Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra at Michigan Tech is performing the Resurrection Symphony by Gustav Mahler on April 18, 2026, at the Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts. It is the finale of the Rozsa’s 25th anniversary season. The symphony lasts an hour and a half and is the largest choral-orchestral work ever presented in the Upper Peninsula. This will be the first performance of the Resurrection Symphony in the Upper Peninsula, 132 years after its composition.

The symphony is massive, with 10 horns, 8 trumpets, 4 trombones, an off-stage brass choir, two harps, organ, large symphonic choir, and soloists. Members of the Marquette Symphony Orchestra and instrumentalists and singers from throughout the U.P., downstate Michigan, Wisconsin, and Kansas will join in the performance.

Find Your Joy at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library During National Library Week, April 19–25, 2026
2026-04-19 00:00 - 2026-04-25 23:59 | Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI, 49849, United States
What brings you joy? Whether it’s cozying up with a new story, learning a new skill, or gathering with community, you can find your joy at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library (ICPL). First celebrated in 1958, National Library Week is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association.
National Library Week, April 19–25, 2026, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities.
At the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library, we invite everyone to join the celebration! Whether you’re a longtime patron, a new neighbor, or haven’t visited in a while, now is the perfect time to explore all the library has to offer. Library cards for the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library are available for free to residents living within the City of Ishpeming and surrounding townships including: Champion, Ely, Humboldt, Ishpeming, and Tilden townships. Also, if you are a Negaunee resident with a Negaunee Library Card, you are eligible to sign up for an Ishpeming card as well.
Whatever brings you joy, the library has something for everyone. During National Library Week, we have a lineup of several programs! Join us on Tuesday, April 21st at 11am for Tot Tuesday Storytime. This is a time for preschoolers to gather together for a story, craft, and playtime. On Wednesday, April 22nd at 4pm Italian lessons will take place at the library. Later that day at 6pm, you can join us for our Adult Horror Book Club to discuss the “House of Monstrous Women” by Daphne Fama. Our Friends of the Library are hosting a Used Book Sale on Friday, April 24th and Saturday, April 25th from 10am-4pm. You don’t want to miss this chance to shop used books at great prices. On Friday, April 24th from 10am-12pm, our Homeschool Hangout group will meet. New homeschooling families are always welcome to join us. On Saturday, April 25th at 12pm-1:30pm, Silent Book Club will take place at Velodrome Coffee in Ishpeming. This is a time for bookworms to gather together and read silently followed by time to socialize.
Nicole Johnson, Librarian at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library states: “National Library Week is all about showcasing how we are there for our community and to encourage them to come in and check out everything that we have going on!”
For more information, check out the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library’s active Facebook page and visit their website at ishpeminglibrary.info.

NMU Plans Anderton Earth Week Activities
2026-04-19 00:00 - 2026-04-25 23:59 | MI
Northern Michigan University’s 12th annual Anderton’s Earth Week will be held April 19-25. This year’s schedule has more than 30 events and activities to celebrate the arrival of spring. Gamma Theta Upsilon, NMU’s geographic honors society, is working with the Department of Earth, Environmental, and Geographic Sciences and the Sustainability Hub for Innovation and Environment (SHINE) to host an action-packed week of Earth-themed activities.
Several of the events offer high-impact learning opportunities, such as gathering data for citizen science projects or learning about foraging and maple syrup-making on campus. Others are designed to foster belonging and well-being, from sipping tea to creating a house for ducks. There are also events designed and delivered by student organizations, and hosted by community groups and partners.
All events are free and open to the public. Find a more detailed schedule and other information here.

Candlelight Vigil
2026-04-19 19:00 | L’Anse Township Park, 15829 Skanee Road, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Candlelight Vigil – Community gathering to honor those who have been a victim of crime.

Sunday, April 19th @ 7pm
L’Anse Waterfront Park
Free – Open to the Public
No RSVP Needed

The candles will be lit for the first 24 hours of national Crime Victims’ Rights Week.
