Keep It In The UP!

PWPL Presents: CRP Docu Cinema: Stonewall Uprising
2026-03-13 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Friday, March 13, 2026.
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Shiras Room.
Adults, 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.

PWPL Presents: School’s Out, Library’s In: Drop-In LEGO
2026-03-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Friday, March 13, 2026.
12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Youth Services Room.
Kids 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.

Upper Michigan Ice Races
2026-03-14 00:00 - 23:59
150 West Johnson Lake Road, Gwinn, MI 49841

Dates: January 3, 2026 – March 14, 2026

Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Saturday

Get Ready For This Winter’s Biggest Adrenaline Rush: The Upper Michigan Ice Races

Are 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!

The 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.

Saturday Schedule: Day Races

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Gates open for Registration & for Pre-Registered Participants

10:00 AM: Spectator Gates Open

10:15 AM – 11:15 AM: Practice & warm-up runs

11:30 AM – 6:00 PM: Ice Races

January 31 & February 28: Night Races

11:00 AM: Registration Opens

4:00 PM: Youth Races

6:00 PM – Midnight: Adult Races

Whether 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!

Breakfast and Business Series: Healthcare in Our Community
2026-03-14 07:30 - 09:30 | Holiday Inn of Marquette, 1951 Us 41 West, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Breakfast and Business Series: Healthcare in Our Community
Holiday Inn Marquette
1951 US-41, Marquette, MI
Friday, March 27 | 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.

Register Today!

Start 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.

This discussion will explore the connections between healthcare, quality of life, and a strong local economy, with time for questions and open dialogue.

Registration is encouraged, as space is limited. Breakfast and networking are included.

Panelists include:

Tonya Darner, UP Health System
Melissa Holmquist, Upper Peninsula Health Plan
Elise Bur, NMU Center for Rural Health

We’ll also be joined by special guests Lauren LaPine and Laura Appel from the Michigan Health & Hospital Association.

7:30 – 8:00 a.m. | Registration, Networking, and Breakfast
Start the day by connecting with peers over coffee and a light breakfast while checking in and settling into the event.
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. | Presentation

Admission is $25 for LSCP Partners and $35 for Non-Partners.

Thank you to our Sponsors:

Last chance to purchase your 2026 Breakfast and Business Pass!

Purchase the Breakfast & Business 2026 Series Pass to attend remaining Breakfast & Business events for 2026.

This pass includes automatic registration for all 2026 Breakfast & Business events, so there is no need to register individually for each session.

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4th Annual Superior MakerFest on Pi Day
2026-03-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Houghton High School, 1603 Gundlach Road, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
Superior Fab Lab Announces 4th Annual “Superior MakerFest” to Celebrate Infinite Creativity on Pi Day
Superior Fab Lab, a local 501(c)(3) non-profit, is proud to announce the return of the Superior MakerFest for its fourth consecutive year. In a nod to the ‘”infinite possibilities” of innovation, this year’s festival will take place on Pi Day—Saturday, March 14, 2026—from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Houghton High School.
The Superior MakerFest is the Copper Country’s premier celebration of the ‘Maker Movement, bringing together hobbyists, engineers, artists, and students to showcase their hands-on creations.
“This year’s MakerFest is more than an event; it’s a celebration of the infinite possibilities that emerge when creativity and community collide,” says Superior Fab Lab member Jason Mack. “By holding MakerFest on Pi Day, we’re highlighting the perfect circle of STEM, art, and innovation. We are thrilled to bring the Copper Country community together yet again for an immersive experience.”
Event Highlights:
● The Main Event: Located in the Houghton High School gym, attendees can explore interactive booths featuring “Featured Makers”, showcasing everything from high-tech robotics to traditional crafts.
● Maker Competitions: Local creators will compete for top honors in categories including Metal, Plastics, Textiles, Electronics, Wood, and a dedicated Youth Category for makers under 13.
● Hands-on Learning: Attendees of all ages can connect with local STEM clubs and participate in live demonstrations.
● Local Flavor: The event will feature food options from various local vendors, ensuring a full afternoon of fed-family-friendly fun.
“I brought my kids thinking we’d stay for an hour, and we ended up staying until the doors closed,” says Sarah J., a local parent and past attendee. “Seeing my daughter’s face light up when she realized she could actually build the technology she uses every day was incredible.”
Call for Participants:
Superior Fab Lab is currently seeking competitors, featured makers, and volunteers to help make this the biggest MakerFest yet. Registration is now open on the official website.

For more information, to register as a maker, or to sign up as a volunteer, please visit www.superiorfablab.com/makerfest2026 or contact superiorfablab@gmail.com.
About Superior Fab Lab:
Superior Fab Lab is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Hancock, MI. Dedicated to fostering a culture of making, the lab provides the community with access to tools, technology, and knowledge to turn ideas into reality. Through workshops, events, and community collaboration, Superior Fab Lab empowers the next generation of problem-solvers in the Copper Country.

PWPL Presents: Saturday Storytime
2026-03-14 11:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturdays, March (7, 14, 21, 28), 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.

PWPL Presents: Repair Cafe
2026-03-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, March 14, 2026.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery.
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 will 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 906-226-4311.

Scholastic Art & Writing Award Winners Honored
2026-03-14 14:00 - 16:00 | DeVos Art Museum, 401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Saturday, March 14
2-4 p.m
NMU’s DeVos Art Museum
Upper Peninsula winners of the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for grades 7-12 will be honored at a reception and awards presentation from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, March 14, in room 165 of the Art & Design Building. The event coincides with the final day of an exhibition of students’ works at NMU’s DeVos Art Museum.
Presented by the nonprofit organization, the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are the country’s longest-running and most prestigious scholarship and recognition program for creative middle school and high school students.
This year, there were 130 submissions from U.P. students. Forty-six teens received regional honors, including Gold Keys, Silver Keys, Honorable Mentions, and American Visions & Voices nominations, from the local Scholastic Awards affiliate, the Northern Shores Storywork Writing Project based at NMU.
The featured visual artists in this year’s exhibition are Reese Collins, Eleanor Dohrenwend, Cat Ernsberger, Morgyn Hansen, Nynna Jarvi, Brooke Johnson, Hannah Josefsen, Natalie Joyal, Madeline Meilahn, Gabrielle Myers, Arianna Paananen, Isabelle Recollet, Savanna Rautio, Miles Spaulding, Lilia Skoglund, Addisyn Sundberg, Esme Ulland-Joy, Lila Witham, and Quinley Wonch.
For more information about the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, visit https://www.artandwriting.org/.

UP Wild in the Keweenaw Gathering
2026-03-14 15:00 | Nara Nature Park, 47375 US Hwy 41, Houghton, Michigan, 49931
UP Wild in the Keweenaw would like to announce its upcoming monthly event.

UP Wild Gathering – A Celtic Celebration
Led by: Pastor Bucky Beach (Ret.)
Saturday, March 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Nara Nature Park

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 Gathering will be indoors with an outdoor component. Snowshoes and cross-country skis are welcome. The Gatherings are appropriate for all ages, including families and children. Everyone is welcome, no religious affiliation is necessary. A potluck meal will follow the service.

25 Western U.P. Businesses Unite for 3rd Annual Yooper Poker Run & Groomer Benefit
2026-03-14 21:00 | AJ’s Lodge and Oven, 35131 M-28, Bergland, Michigan, 49910
Twenty-five businesses across Michigan’s Western Upper Peninsula have joined forces to host the 3rd Annual Yooper Poker Run, taking place March 13–14, with the final draw and celebration held at AJ’s Lodge and Oven on Saturday, March 14 at 9:00 p.m. EST.
This two-day event is more than just a poker run — it is a powerful demonstration of community partnership and regional pride. Proceeds from the event benefit several local snowmobile grooming clubs who work year-round to maintain and enhance the trail systems that make the Western U.P. one of the premier snowmobiling destinations in the country.
For just $20, participants receive entry into the poker run, a commemorative event t-shirt, and a chance to win cash prizes:

🥇 1st Place: $1,000
🥈 2nd Place: $500
🥉 3rd Place: $200

The event encourages riders to explore the region while supporting local establishments and the final card draw takes place at 9:00 p.m. EST at AJ’s Lodge and Oven, featuring live music by local favorite Tom Katalin, a 50/50 raffle, and prize giveaways generously donated by participating businesses.
Last year’s Yooper Poker Run raised over $2,000 for local grooming clubs, and organizers are aiming even higher this year.
“This event represents what makes the Western U.P. special — businesses coming together to support the volunteers who make our winter tourism possible,” organizers shared. “When we invest in our trails, we invest in our communities.”
Community members and visitors alike are encouraged to participate, support local businesses, and help sustain the sport of snowmobiling for generations to come.
For more information and a complete list of participating sponsors, visit www.ajslodgeandoven.com and follow on Facebook.

Fundraiser for the Vista/PAAC/Iron Arts on March 15 at Strega Nonna in Negaunee.
2026-03-15 00:00 - 23:59 | Strega Nonna, 432 Iron St, Negaunee, MI, 49866
LEADING LADY: Stories from the Stage…and Life is a theatrical journey that blends storytelling, musical theater, and razor-sharp humor to explore ambition, identity, love, loss, and the courage it takes to keep showing up when life goes off book.
Through iconic Broadway songs and deeply personal anecdotes, Leading Lady traces one performer’s path from an unapologetically loud, spotlight-hungry child to a woman shaped by Tourette’s, heartbreak, motherhood, divorce, and reinvention. With warmth and wit, she pulls back the curtain on the realities behind the applause-missed cues, failed relationships, bodies that don’t always cooperate, and dreams that refuse to die quietly.
This is not a nostalgia act or a greatest-hits revue. It’s a raw, funny, and fiercely honest meditation on what it means to lose the roles you thought defined you-and to discover that the most powerful part you’ll ever play is the one where you choose yourself.
By the final bow, Leading Lady reminds us that the ingénue may fade, but the woman who survives, leads, and stands center stage anyway?
She’s the real star.
Accompanied by Marcia Hicks, Allyse Belanger, and Claire Decker.

Thank you for supporting community theatre and local businesses,
Best,
Leslie Parkkonen

Negaunee Public Library Presents: quiet storytime
2026-03-16 11:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Mondays
11 a.m.
The Negaunee Public Library is offering a weekly “quiet storytime” for younger children at 11 a.m. Mondays. There will be short stories accompanied by soft voices and sounds, sensory-friendly movements, and a fidget-friendly area. April 13 and 20 will incorporate special programs. This storytime is free and all are welcome to attend. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: homeschool hangout
2026-03-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Mondays
1-3 p.m.
The Negaunee Public Library is hosting a homeschool hangout from 1-3 p.m. Mondays. The program is for all youth and their families who do not attend traditional school. Homeschool students, online students through programs such as Link Learning, and others are welcome to participate. Attendees will meet other youth and families and enjoy an activity. This program is free, and designed for homeschool and nontraditionally schooling families. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext.18.

Seventh Economic Club Dinner for the 2025-2026 Season
2026-03-16 17:30 | Holiday Inn of Marquette, 1951 Us 41 West, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
This message has been paid for by Economic Club of Marquette County, a partner in good standing of the Lake Superior Community Partnership.

Monday, March 16, 2026

Seventh Economic Club Dinner for the 2025-2026 Season
Holiday Inn of Marquette (1951 Us 41 West, Marquette MI.)

Guest Speaker
Paul Meneghini – Manager, Community Engagement; Enbridge

Social Hour – 5:30 p.m.
Dinner – 6:30 p.m.
Speaker – 7:30 p.m.

Please make reservations at marquetteeconomicclub.org or call
906-315-2155 and leave a message by 5:00 p.m. the Friday before.
The cost is $75 per person for non-members and guests.

Make reservations

PWPL Presents: Kulishek Lecture Series: Maazhi-Aakoziwin Nimisading Miinwaa Ingondashkwaying (A Bad Illness in My Stomach and Throat).
2026-03-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Monday, March 16, 2026.
6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Dr. Martin Reinhardt will share a brief overview of his
experience with esophageal cancer and how he incorporated both traditional Anishinaabe medicine and Western medicine into his treatment. Included are performances of poetry and songs he wrote during this period of his life. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
2026-03-17 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays & Fridays March (3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27), 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.

The Marquette County Board Of Commissioners
2026-03-17 15:00 | Marquette County Courthouse, 234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, Michigan, 49855
The Marquette County Board Of Commissioners Will Meet In Session On Tuesday, MARCH 17, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. IN ROOM 41, OF THE COURTHOUSE, 234 W BARAGA AVE, MARQUETTE, MI 49855

PURPOSE: ARPA BUDGET WORK SESSION

PWPL Presents: PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-03-17 17:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Meeting begins at 5:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room.
Regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Peter White Public Library. The meeting is open to all. Meeting agenda, materials, and remote attendance link are available on the library’s website: pwpl.info. For more information call 906-226-4303.

MGT Board of Commissioners Agenda and Minutes 03-17
2026-03-17 18:00
Agenda and Minutes 03-17

PWPL Presents: Meditate Marquette
2026-03-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays, March (3, 10, 17, 24, 31) 2026.
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room.
Mediate 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.

PWPL Presents: Baby Storytime
2026-03-18 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesdays, March (4, 11, 18, 25), 2026.
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Songs, 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.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: library knitting group
2026-03-18 13:00 | Negaunee Senior Center, 410 Jackson St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
every Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
The library knitting group meets at 1:00 p.m. every Wednesday at the Negaunee Public Library. Crocheters, knitters, and others interested in fiber arts are welcome to bring their projects and enjoy fellowship. Coffee is provided, and lessons are available. This program is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext. 18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: after-school library club
2026-03-18 15:00 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Wednesdays
3 p.m.
The after-school library club, a group for middle school students and their homeschool peers ages 10-14, will meet at 3 p.m. Wednesdays at the Negaunee Public Library, except for days the Negaunee Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather. Snacks will be provided. This program is free. For more information, visit the library’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NegauneePublicLibrary/ or call 906-475-7700 ext. 18.

Negaunee Public Library Presents: Leo Siren writing workshops
2026-03-18 17:30 - 18:45 | Negaunee Public Library, 319 W Case St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
Wednesdays
5:30-6:45 p.m.
Negaunee Public Library’s own Leo Siren will conduct writing workshops from 5:30-6:45 p.m. Wednesdays, in the library’s Reading Room. Aspiring writers ages 13 years and up are invited to learn about the craft of story writing from Siren, who has more than 20 years of writing experience. Participants can work on current projects, find inspiration at the workshop, and critique each other’s works in a friendly environment. 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: Jigs & Reels: Jeff Krebs & Troy Graham in Concert
2026-03-18 18:30 - 19:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room.
Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Just in time for Saint Patrick’s Day, join musician Jeff Krebs and Troy Graham for a Celtic concert that will have you kissing the Blarney Stone! For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

ASpecial Public Presentation on Hospice and Palliative Care
2026-03-18 19:00 | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
Coming Home
A special Public Presentation on Hospice and Palliative Care

Sophina Manheimer Calderon, MD, Chief Medical Officer of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Recipient of Arizona’s 2021 Rural Health Exceptional Health Professional Award & Member of the Navajo nation

FEAR & HOPE: An Indigenous Perspective on Illness & Health
Wednesday, March 18, 2026 ~ 7pm
Marquette Regional History Center

Presented by cedar Tree Institute, cedartreeinstitute.org
FREE ADMISSION

Dewe'igan - Listen, Learn, and Connect
2026-03-19 00:00 - 2026-05-14 23:59
Dewe’igan – LISTEN, LEARN, AND CONNECT

SUMMER CLOUD

Location: Harvey Community Center from 6p – 8p
Dates: March 19, April 16and May 7

Location: Zeba Hall from 6p – 7:30p
Dates: March 12, April 9, May 14

Free Event, Community Welcome!
Anyone under 16 yrs. old needs to have a guardian to attend.
Drug and Alcohol Free Event

Potluck Dinner, Please bring a dish to share if you can.

Downtown Connect meeting
2026-03-19 08:00 | Marquette Commons, 112 S. Third St., Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Downtown Marquette businesses’ opportunity to catch up with the MDDA and other business owners and operators.

Hello everyone!

Our next Downtown Connect meeting will take place on Thursday, March 19 at the Marquette Commons. During this meeting, we will be discussing some potential programming for the new Ice Fest being planned for January 2027 and how businesses can get involved. We will also be taking a look at the recent update from Corbin Design who has been helping design and implement the new downtown wayfinding that will be making its way into our community this summer.

Downtown Connect is your opportunity to have a direct voice in shaping the future of Downtown Marquette. These meetings are where major decisions are made on community events, initiatives, and development projects that affect us all. Is there something you’d like to see brought to life downtown, or a change you believe would better serve the business community? Please attend, share your perspective, and help us make decisions that strengthen and grow our downtown together.

Agenda

Date: Thursday, March 19
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Marquette Commons (112 S. Third St.)

1) Ice Fest 2027
a) Potential Programming Discussion

2) Downtown Wayfinding Update
a) Design
b) Locations

3) Fourth of July
a) 250th Anniversary Ball Drop event
1) Street closure and what to know

4) A Second MDDA Connect Meeting

Any business owner, manager, or employee from Downtown Marquette is invited to join!

Fire Site Storytelling Series at NMU
2026-03-19 13:00 - 14:00 | CNAS Fire Site Pavilion, N 7th St, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Thursdays: March 19; and April 2, 9, 16 and 19.
1-2 p.m
CNAS Fire Site Pavilion
The NMU Center for Native American Studies (CNAS) is hosting its Fire Site Storytelling Series on select Thursdays in March and April. These events are free and open to the public.
This series features Anishinaabe winter storytelling, oral traditions and community discussion, supported and facilitated by the CNAS director, faculty and staff.
Remaining Fire Site Storytelling events will take place from 1-2 p.m. on the following Thursdays: March 19; and April 2, 9, 16 and 19. They will be held at the CNAS Fire Site Pavillion located between Whitman Hall and The Science Building, along Norway Avenue. If weather temperatures are too cold for safety, Whitman Commons will be used as the alternative indoor location.
Stay updated about guest storytellers and culture bearers by following the Center for Native American Studies on social media: @cnas_nmu.

PSA - Powerful Tools for Caregivers Workshop
2026-03-19 13:30 - 15:00
Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week online workshop, designed for the non-professional, informal family caregiver, will be held on Thursdays, March 19 through April 23, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm (Eastern) via Zoom.
Research studies find high rates of depression and anxiety among caregivers and increased vulnerability to health problems. Caregivers frequently cite restriction of personal activities and social life as problems. In addition, caregivers often feel a lack of control over events and a sense of powerlessness which can have a significant negative impact on their physical and emotional health. The Powerful Tools for Caregivers program will provide caregivers tools to help reduce stress and increase relaxation, make tough decisions, reduce guilt, anger and depression, communicate effectively, set goals and problem solve, and take better care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. Caregivers will benefit from the workshop whether they are helping a parent, spouse, or friend living at home, in long-term care or across the country. The workshop focuses on self-care for the caregiver, not on specific diseases or hands-on caregiving.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers is offered by Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP) in partnership with Lake Superior Life Care and Hospice. There is no charge for this workshop, but registration is required. Class size is limited. Registration ends when the class is full or on March 2.
To register, visit www.upcap.org (click on Events) or call 2-1-1 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for assistance.
