2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule
2026-07-14 19:00 UTC | Covington Township Multi-Purpose Building, Covington, Michigan
2026 Covington Township Summer Music Schedule

Multi-Purpose Building on M28
Music Starts @ 7:00 pm

July 14 Wing Nuts
July 21 Jack Jolliff
July 28 Lightning Ridge
Aug 4 Chad Borgen and the Collective
Aug 11 Rolling Thunder
Aug 18 Rolling Thunder
Aug 18 Belinda Maki
Aug 25 U.P. Gumbo

Emberlight Festival Emberlight Photographers Exhibition
2026-07-15 00:00 - 2026-08-22 23:59 | Historic Depot Museum, 150 N Lowell St., Ironwood, MI, 49938, United States
July 15 – August 22
Historic Depot Museum
150 N Lowell St. Ironwood, MI 49938

Free event

This annual exhibition transforms moments both grand and intimate into works of visual storytelling. Featuring the work of Emberlight’s acclaimed photography team and guest artists, these images form a vivid portrait not only of a region, but of the artists who continue to interpret it through their own unique lenses.

https://emberlight.org/event/emberlight-photographers-2026/

PWPL Presents: Game On!
2026-07-15 14:00 - 16:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Wednesdays, July 15, 2026. 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Teen Zone.
Drop in board and video gaming in the Teen Zone. For students entering grades 6-12.
No admission charge.
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.

Emberlight Festival Emberlight Photographers Grand Opening
2026-07-15 16:00 | Historic Depot Museum, 150 N Lowell St., Ironwood, MI, 49938, United States
Wednesday, July 15 at 4:00 pm CDT
Historic Depot Museum
150 N Lowell St. Ironwood, MI 49938

Free event

Join us on Wednesday, July 15 at 4:00 pm at the Historic Depot Museum for the opening reception of Emberlight Photographers 2026 – an evening celebrating the artists, images, and visual storytelling that have become one of the festival’s signature traditions. Throughout the evening, guests can meet the photographers, hear the stories behind the images, and explore the exhibition as Festival Ironwood officially comes to life across downtown Ironwood.

https://emberlight.org/event/emberlight-photographers-grand-opening-2026/

Summer Reading Events Continue at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library
2026-07-15 17:30, 2026-07-16 14:00 | Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI, 49849, United States
The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library’s (ICPL) Summer Reading Program is in full swing! We have been busy offering events for all ages and even hit record-breaking attendance at our programs in June! 2,203 people attended programs in June, nearly surpassing our ENTIRE program attendance for last summer in a single month. Thank you to our community for showing up and supporting our library in such a big way! We love offering so many events for you to enjoy, and we have SO many more planned throughout July and August. All events are free and open to the public.
Events for adults this year have been focusing on local/Michigan history. The next event in this series is on Wednesday, July 15th at 5:30pm, and will feature Michelle Briggs, Chief Park Ranger who will present an Illustrated History of the Soo Locks alongside information about the Lock that is currently being built! Michelle Briggs will be back on Thursday, July 16th at 2pm to invite children to pretend they are aboard a freighter traveling from Marquette hauling iron ore. Throughout the course of the presentation children will learn about various jobs on board their “ship”, the importance of cargo, and how the US Army Corps of Engineers and Coast Guard work together to keep it all moving. Ages 8+.
On Tuesday, July 21st at 11am, families are invited to join us for an interactive puppet show with Alex Thomas and Friends. This show brings the prehistoric world roaring to life as adorable baby dinosaur puppets crack out of their eggs during the live performance.
On Wednesday, July 22nd at 5:30pm, author Sara Maurer will be here at the library for a presentation and book signing, featuring her debut novel, A Good Animal.
On Friday, July 24th at 1pm, join us for a performance from the Bright Star Theatre: Dino Academy where realistic dinosaur puppets will take the audience on an interactive wildlife encounter hosted by the esteemed Dr. Sarah Tops.
On Thursday, July 30th at 5:30pm, Kim Nowack, Bridge Director for the Mackinac Bridge Authority will present on the history of transportation in the Straits area and the building of the Mackinac Bridge.
These are just some of the events happening throughout the rest of the summer, so please visit the library or check out ishpeminglibrary.info for more information about all the events being offered. We also want to encourage kids and adults to keep reading this summer! Reading logs and book reviews are due by Saturday, August 8th to be entered for prizes! Thank you to our community for making our Summer Reading Program so successful!

The Marquette Regional History Center presents: Historic Marquette Bus Tours 2026
2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
Enjoy a tour through town in an air-conditioned Checker bus. Sit back and relax, meet a few entertaining historic characters, and learn from the tour guide along the route. Each summer the tours include something new, and delight locals and tourists as well. 90-minute tour departs from and returns to the MRHC.
Tickets are $25, and on sale now!
Advanced purchase is recommended.
These tours sell out fast. For more information and ticket purchase visit marquettehistory.org.

Eight total tours in July and August.
July Bus Tours:
6:00 p.m Wednesdays: July 15, 22, 29
1:00 p.m Tuesdays: July 21 & 28

August Historic Marquette Bus Tours:
1:00 p.m. Tuesday: August 4 & 11
6:00 p.m. Wednesday: August 5

PWPL Presents: Concert on the Steps
2026-07-15 18:30 - 19:30 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Wednesdays, July (8, 15, 22, 29), 2026, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Front Street Steps.
Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. Dust off your lawn chairs and unpack your picnic blankets–Concert on the Steps is back! This summer, enjoy an all-star lineup of incredible performances right on the library historical steps. Concerts run 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the Front Street Steps. Inclement weather location is the Community Room.
Visit pwpl.info for the updated weather location!

Wednesday, July 8: Finding Feathers (formerly Seth Brown Duo)
Wednesday, July 15: Bluegrass Throwdown
Wednesday, July 22: Ramble Tamble
Wednesday, July 29: Copy That

PWPL Presents: Director Chat
2026-07-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-16 17:00 - 18:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Thursday, July 16, 2026. 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. & 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Circulation Lobby.
Stop by the Library to chat with Library Director Andrea Ingmire.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Gather2Grow: Feeding America West Michigan
2026-07-16 11:30 - 13:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Tuesdays & Thursdays July (2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30), 2026.
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Lower Level Lobby.
PWPL is once again partnering with Feeding America West Michigan in the Gather2Grow summer meals program and will serve as a pickup site for shelf stable meals. Available at no cost to all youth (18 and under) and disabled adults up to age 26.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

Music on Third
2026-07-16 17:30 - 21:00 | MI
Music on Third will be making its return to the Third Street Corridor this month and will be bringing some needed changes to help make it a safer and more enjoyable event for everyone.
The first Music on Third of 2026 is scheduled for Thursday, July 16th, from 6 – 9 pm. Streets will be closed beginning at 5:30 pm, with musicians located between Ridge St. and Prospect St. performing from 6 – 8 pm and musicians between Prospect St. and Kaye Ave. performing from 7 – 9 pm.

Music on Third
2026-07-16 18:00 | MI
Music on Third

Thursdays, July 16, Aug. 20, Sept. 17, 6 – 9 pm

PWPL Presents: Kulisheck Speaker Series: Dr. Barbara Mcquade
2026-07-16 18:30 - 19:30 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Thursday, July 16, 2026. 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. PWPL welcomes Dr. Barbara Mcquade, faculty member of the University of Michigan Law School, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan, and legal analyst for NBC and MSNBC. Mcquade will discuss her recently published book The Fix: Saving America from the Corruption of a Mob-Style Government, focusing on elections and election law.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

2026 L'Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule
2026-07-16 19:00 | L’Anse Waterfront, L'Anse, Michigan
2026 L’Anse Waterfront Concert Schedule

Thursday Nights at 7:00 pm
July 16 Aura Jamboree Preview – Variety of music
July 23 Cathy Bolton – Sweetness in Pops
July 30 The Knockabouts – Music from the Celtic World
Aug 6 Keweenaw Brewgrass – Bluegrass & western swing
Aug 13 Lighning Ridge – A variety of country classics
Aug 20 Chad Borgen – A rock and roll country band
Aug 27 Chasin’ Steel – Bluegrass
Sept 3 Black Pearl – Smooth Jazz/Rock/Country
Sept 10 Tapestry String Band – Roots, Country, Bluegrass

Bad weather concerts will be at the L’Anse Area School Cafeteria – 201 N 4th Street

Keweenaw's Premier Golf Outing
2026-07-17 00:00 - 2026-09-09 23:59 | MI
The Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 28th Annual Keweenaw’s Premier Golf Outing on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. Rain date is Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

The event will be held at the Portage Lake Golf Course, 46789 US – 41, Houghton, MI
Check-in time 8:30AM
Shotgun start at 9AM
Must RSVP by August 28, 2026
Cost of Team:
Team of four $450 – (includes green fees, cart, lunch and 1 drink ticket)
Skins – $20 per team
Mulligans – $10 per team
Raffle Tickets – $20 per stretch
Prize for BEST DRESSED!
Top Prizes:
• $125 Keweenaw Cash to each player
• $75 Keweenaw Cash to each player
• $50 Keweenaw Cash to each player
After the form is submitted an invoice will be sent to your email. Please make checks payable to:
Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce
418 Shelden Ave. | Suite B
Houghton, MI 49931
*Total payment must be received by the time of the event*

Link to payment here: 28th Annual Keweenaw Premier Golf Outing – Sep 9, 2026
Any questions? Please email us at info@keweenaw.org or call 906-482-5240

Call for artists!
2026-07-17 00:00 - 2026-09-14 23:59 | MI
We are now accepting applications for the 2026 26th Annual Holiday Art Sale, to be held at the Marquette Regional History Center on Saturday, November 14 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
There is limited space for this show and there will not be a tent this year.. Incomplete applications will be an automatic disqualification via the jury from the sale. Please drop them off or mail them to the Marquette Regional History Center. Additional details are in the application.
The deadline to submit your completed application is September 14, 2026.
Please email jbays@marquettehistory.org for additional info and thank you! We’re looking forward to another successful year!
The application can be found on our website www.marquettehistory.org

PWPL Presents: Drop-in Meditation with Meditate Marquette
2026-07-17 12:00 - 13:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Tuesdays, July (7, 14, 21, 28) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Fridays, July (3, 10, 17, 24, 31) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. Sessions will include a combination of talks, seated meditation, and movement practices. All individuals, regardless of previous experience or spiritual affiliation, are welcome to attend.
For further information, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Saturday Morning Farmers Market﻿
2026-07-18 09:00 - 13:00 | MI
Saturday Morning Farmers Market

Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm

Four Person Scramble
2026-07-18 10:00 | L’Anse Golf Club, 15774 Golf Course Road, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
2026 Golf Tournament FOUR PERSON SCRAMBLE

July 18th, Check in 10:00am / Tee Off 11:00am
L’Anse Golf Club

Dinner, Cash Prizes, Raffle
$240 per team / $30 2 person cart rental (20 carts available)

Baraga County Chamber of Commerce
Registration forms available by contacting 906-353-8808

Newberry eWaste collection
2026-07-18 10:00 - 13:00 | MI

L'Anse HS Girls Basketball Car Wash Fundraiser
2026-07-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Pines Convenience Center, US Hwy 41, Baraga, MI, 49908, United States
L’Anse High School Girls Basketball Car Wash Fundraiser

Saturday, July 18, 2026
12 – 5 PM
Pines Convenience Center, Baraga, MI

Donations are appreciated

Lake Linden Farmers Market
2026-07-18 15:00 - 18:00 | Lake Linden Village Park, Lake Linden, Michigan
Lake Linden Farmers Market

Fridays 3-6 pm
Located in the Lake Linden Village Park
June through to September

lakelindenfarmersmarket.com
facebook.com/lakelindenmi
instagram.com/lakelindenfarmersmarket
lakelindenmarket@gmail.com

The Red Jacket Jamoree
2026-07-18 19:00 | Calumet Theatre, 340 6th Street, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
The Red Jacket Jamboree returns to the Calumet Theatre on July 18th.
With guest singer/songwriter Jana Nyberg!
Experience the magic of a live radio show as The Red Jacket Jamboree returns to the historic Calumet Theatre on July 18th! Be part of a live studio audience for the recording of episodes #65 and #66, “Sun, Moon and Stars” and “Yooperheroes.” Hosted by Lena Dorey and two-time U.P. Poet Laureate Martin Achatz, the Red Jacket Jamboree shares songs, stories, music and history from the Copper Country and beyond.
Featured performer is jazz vocalist and musician Jana Nyberg, an American Idol alumna known for her infectious energy and soulful sound. Joining her will be the Copper Cats, the show’s fabulous stage band featuring renowned jazz pianist Bill Carrothers and master guitarist Jerry Younce, Cooper Luedtke on bass and Eddie Carrothers on drums.
The evening also features storyteller Charles Eshbach, a legendary Keweenaw photographer and wilderness guide with over forty years of expertise. Rounding out the performers is the a cappella group “Daybreak,” the 2026 SingUnited International Region 17 Champion a cappella quartet.
Don’t miss your opportunity to attend this unique cultural event at the iconic Calumet Theatre. Doors open at 6:30pm, Show starts at 7pm. There will be a short intermission between the recording of 2 one hour episodes. For more information about the show and to secure your tickets visit www.redjacketjamboree.org . Tickets may also be purchased through the Calumet Theatre box office at (906) 337-2610 or at their website: www.calumettheatre.com.

Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership to Host Delegation from Higashiomi Japan
2026-07-19 00:00 - 2026-09-29 23:59 | MI
The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership is proud to announce the 2026 incoming delegation from our sister city Higashiomi, Japan, celebrating our 47th year of sister city relations. A delegation of seven Higashiomi citizens will arrive in Marquette on July 19 and depart on July 29, 2026,
Our seven delegates are the Deputy Mayor, a Higashiomi City Council member, Higashiomi City Staff, members of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Higashiomi International Exchange Association, and Higashiomi citizens. The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership Committee is proud to host the events for the Sister City delegation. The Japanese delegation is led by Higashiomi Deputy Mayor Namikawa. Host families are needed to host our seven delegates. Delegates will be in the Marquette Area for 11 days and 10 nights.
Delegation visits include two host family days and seven community days provided by the Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership.
For an application form or for more information, visit http://www.mqtsistercity.org/, contact the Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership at contact@mqtsistercity.org, or contact Board Members Bill Brazier at (906) 869-4859 or Collin Banger at (616) 368-2624.

A Night Under the Big Top- Presented by Dancing with our Stars Ticket Sales!
2026-07-20 00:00 - 2026-10-08 23:59 | MI
The U.P. Hospice Foundation is excited to announce that tickets will go on sale for the general public on July 20th for its signature annual fundraiser, A Night Under the Big Top – presented by Dancing with Our Stars Marquette County Style, taking place Thursday, October 8, 2026, at Kaufman Auditorium.
After ten years of entertaining sold-out audiences, this year’s production introduces an exciting new circus-inspired theme that promises an unforgettable evening of music, dance, theatrical performances, dazzling costumes, and larger-than-life entertainment—all while supporting compassionate Hospice care for families throughout Marquette County.
Tickets are $50 and include admission to both the live performance and an exclusive Big Top Wrap Party at Ore Dock Brewing Company immediately following the show. Guests will have the opportunity to celebrate with the celebrity performers, dance professionals, volunteers, and sponsors while enjoying the excitement of the evening’s results. (Cash bar available.)
“This year’s show is unlike anything we’ve done before,” said Dave Aro, Executive Director of the U.P. Hospice Foundation. “We’ve created an immersive experience that combines incredible local talent with an important mission. Every ticket purchased helps provide comfort, dignity, and meaningful moments for Hospice patients and their families.”
Doors to Kaufman Auditorium open at 6:00 p.m., with the show beginning at 6:30 p.m. As always, audience members will watch local celebrity teams perform alongside talented dance professionals in a competition for three coveted honors:

Big Top Favorite – Awarded to the team raising the most funds for Hospice care.
Circle Ring Star – Selected by the judges for outstanding performance.
The Greatest Show – Presented to the team earning the highest combined judges’ scores and fundraising totals.

This year’s celebrity teams include:

Breaking Moves by MyUPNow
Fresh Coast Beauties
GirlyPop
NextHome Closing Crew
The Starlettes
Team Range Bank – The Loan Rangers
Yoop-Phoria

Under the creative direction of Ann Marie Frenn, each team has been working alongside local dance professionals to prepare performances that are imaginative, entertaining, and full of heart.
In addition to purchasing tickets, community members can support their favorite celebrity team by casting votes online throughout the fundraising campaign. Every vote helps raise funds for Hospice care in our community.
Proceeds from the event benefit the U.P. Hospice Foundation, supporting programs that help fulfill final wishes, provide equipment and comfort items, assist caregivers, and create meaningful experiences for Hospice patients and their loved ones. Through the Foundation’s Make-A-Memory Program, donations have made it possible for patients to reunite with family, attend milestone celebrations virtually, enjoy fishing trips, receive specialized equipment, and experience countless moments that otherwise may not have been possible.
Tickets are expected to sell quickly. To purchase tickets or vote for your favorite celebrity team, visit dwos.uphomehealth.org.
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the big top where every performance helps make a difference in the lives of local Hospice patients and families.

Lake Superior Day
2026-07-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Sand Point Lighthouse, Lighthouse Road, Baraga, Michgian, 49908
Lake Superior Day

Join us for a celebration of Gichigami! The day will start with a water ceremony and a beach cleanup and finish with games and other fun activities. Lunch will be provided. Please bring a feast bundle to help us reduce waste.

July 20th, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sand Point Lighthouse, Lighthouse Road, Baraga.

Day includes: Beach Cleanup, Lunch, Scavenger Hunt, Art Contest, and More.
Questions? contact Emily Shaw or Cera Shelafoe 906-524-5757.

PWPL Presents: Alex Thomas And Friends Puppet Show
2026-07-20 10:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Monday July 20, 2026. 10:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Three baby dinosaurs are about to hatch—and you get a front-row seat! This interactive puppet show brings the prehistoric world roaring to life as adorable baby dinosaur puppets crack out of their eggs during the live performance. Through fun storytelling, audience participation, and plenty of dino-mite moments, you’ll explore different dinosaur species, ancient ecosystems, and the exciting world of paleontology. It’s an egg-cellent blend of education and entertainment that’s perfect for young dinosaur enthusiasts! Youth of all ages welcome, under 8 must have an adult present in the show with them.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Writers on Writing: Cindy Hunter Morgan & the Artist Book
2026-07-20 13:00 - 15:00 | pwpl, 217 N Front St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Monday & Tuesday, July 20 & 21, 2026.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.,
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Adults, 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. July’s Writer: Cindy Hunter Morgan. An acclaimed Michigan Notable Book author and fiber artist, Cindy will lead a two-day workshop in which participants create and bind a collaborative artist book. Space is limited to 12 participants, so register early. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

July Board Of Review Scheduled For July 21, 2026
2026-07-21 09:00 | Marquette’s City Commission Chambers, 300 W. Baraga St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Review, City of Marquette will meet on July 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, 300 W. Baraga Ave, Marquette, MI for the following purposes. 1. Request for current year only for poverty exemptions, but not poverty exemptions denied by the March Board of Review. 2. Correct clerical errors or mutual mistake of facts. All required forms and documentation shall be received five days prior to said meeting.
