Keep It In The UP!

PWPL Presents: Tasty Reads Book Group
2025-10-14 12:00 - 13:30 UTC | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesday, October 14, 2025. 12:00 p.m. -1:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room. A book group for readers, who love to cook. With a focus on food-themed literature, the group explores a variety of books from cookbooks to culinary memoirs. Participants can enjoy tasty treats inspired by the book of the month while sharing their thoughts and connecting with others who share their passion for both literature and food. This month’s book is Butter by Asako Yuzuki.
No admission charge.
For more information call 226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission Quarterly Meeting
2025-10-14 13:00 | Calumet Theatre, 340 6th Street, Calumet, Michigan, 49913
The Keweenaw National Historical Park Advisory Commission will convene for its regular quarterly meeting at 1:00pm on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. The meeting will be held in-person at the Village of Calumet/Calumet Theatre third floor ballroom.

The meeting will include an update on the work of the Commission during the last quarter, discussion of the upcoming year’s budget and plans and projects to be undertaken over the next year. Due to the ongoing government shutdown, the National Park Service will NOT be taking part in this meeting. However, questions, requests, and comments from members of the public are welcomed.

The Keweenaw NHP Advisory Commission, paneled by citizens appointed by the Secretary of the Interior, represents the public and works collaboratively with the National Park Service to advise and assist with managing the resources of Keweenaw National Historical Park. Agendas and minutes are available upon request to the Executive Director, Sean Gohman, over phone / email, and can be found at the Park’s website, www.nps.gov/kewe. Contact Executive Director Gohman at 906-483-3040 / sean_gohman@partner.nps.gov.

Two Spirit Talking Circle: Sewing & Garment Making
2025-10-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Zeba Community Hall, Zeba Road, Zeba, Michigan, 49946
KBIC Victim Services & Programs – Two Spirit Talking Circle: Sewing & Garment Making

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm
Zeba Hall

Call 353-4592

PWPL Presents: Muggles for Potter Grades 3-6
2025-10-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesday, October 14, 2025. 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room. This month hear the book read aloud while enjoying butterbeer, ever flavor jellybeans.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Friend-raiser Preminger Directs Marquette: Daniel Rydholm Presentation
2025-10-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesday, October 14, 2025. 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. For this special Friend-raiser event, local historian and cinephile Daniel Rydholm discusses Otto Preminger on the occasion of the great movie director’s 120th birthday. Rydholm tells stories of Preminger’s life, career, and time in the Upper Peninsula filming the acclaimed courtroom drama Anatomy of a Murder. PLEASE NOTE: This is a ticketed event. Tickets are $5 and can be picked up at the Circulation Desk starting Thursday, September 18, 2025. You must have a ticket in order to attend the event. The event will also be livestreamed on Peter White Public Library’s YouTube channel.
For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit www.pwpl.info.

Operation Winter Wear
2025-10-15 00:00 - 2025-10-17 23:59 | Silver Creek Church, 219 Silver Creek Rd, Marquette, MI, 49855, United States
Operation Winter Wear, an outreach that provides new and like-new adult and child-sized coats to individuals in need, is taking place October 15 – 17. Hosted by Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift, distribution will be by appointment only on Wednesday, October 15 and Thursday, October 16. Walk-ins are welcome on Friday, October 17 between noon and 3:00PM. Appointments can be made by calling 906.249.1715 between 9:00AM and 5:00PM Monday – Thursday. Availability of items are not guaranteed. Silver Creek Church and Silver Creek Thrift are located at 219 Silver Creek Road in Harvey.

PWPL Presents: Baby Storytime
2025-10-15 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesdays, October (1, 8, 15, 22, 29) 2025. 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 www.pwpl.info.

Marquette County Health Department Community Vaccine Clinics
2025-10-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Ishpeming Senior Center, 121 Greenwood St, Ishpeming, MI, 49849, United States
For those interested in receiving 2025-2026 seasonal flu & COVID vaccines.

Negaunee Senior Center – 10.06 10:00am – 1:00pm
Ishpeming Senior Center – 10.15 10:00am – 1:00pm
Republic School Gym – 10.16 4:30pm – 6:00pm

Iron Golem & PWPL Presents: Dungeons and Dragons @ PWPL
2025-10-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Wednesday, October 15, 2025. 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Community Room. We have partnered up with Iron Golem Games to bring Dungeon and Dragons to the PWPL. Jordan, from Iron Golem Games and local DM’s, will lead groups of teens on an epic quest with this role-playing game. For students in grades 6-12.
Registration is required, 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 www.pwpl.info.

Negaunee Witches Night Out
2025-10-15 16:00 - 20:00 | MI
The Negaunee DDA is announcing their first ever Witches Night Out event to be held in Downtown Negaunee on Saturday, November 15th, from 4 pm to 8 pm. This inaugural event spurred from interested local businesses asking, “why there wasn’t a ladies’ night like other communities have”? This led to some brainstorming and creativity, resulting in Witches Night Out.
“This is a fun play on and a less traditional ladies’ night out, we wanted to be different and catchy! We didn’t want to do the same thing everyone else is doing”, City Manager Nate Hefron said.
The main events for Witches Night Out will include a scavenger hunt. Each participating business will have an “ingredient” to a potion that will need to be gathered. This encourages ladies to visit each of the participating businesses. The ingredients can then be combined into a potion that will be turned in at Strega Nonna for the chance to win the Irontown Proud gift basket. The winner will be announced after 8 pm, and the night will close out with a drag show at 8:30.
Participating businesses will have their own activities onsite for ladies to enjoy. This could include specials, discounts, games, and other fun happenings. Ladies are encouraged to dress up a bit, go as far as you would like. Maybe just a simple witches’ hat or full transformation, it’s up to you. Brooms are permitted, but parking is limited!
The DDA invites all ladies to come on out and have some fun in Irontown. Don’t forget to dress up and enjoy our social district as you gather your ingredients to have a chance to win that gift basket. To learn more about Witches Night out, please visit negauneedda.com. Your fun and adventure awaits you this November in Downtown Negaunee!
Questions concerning this release may be directed to the attention of the City Manager, Nate Heffron at (906) 475-7700 ext. 11.

Keweenaw Wild Ones
2025-10-15 18:30 | MI
For 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15

Be a better gardener! Find out more about soils and how they drive the health of native plants at a Zoom talk by soils scientist Dr. Ken Farrish, set for 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15. Learn more and register at keweenaw.wildones.org

Healthcare for all Townhall
2025-10-15 19:00 | 5th and Elm, 426 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
Healthcare for all Townhall
MICARE – A WAY FORWARD

7pm, October 115th, 2025 @ Fifth and Elm, Hancock

Learn how MICare (GB 4407) guarantees healthcare for all – no copays, premiums, or deductibles.
Hear from Rep. Rheingans on covering physical, dental, and mental health care.
Ask questions, share your story, and join the fight for healthcare as a human right.

Speaker: State Rep. Carrie Rheingans, House District 47

Heatlhcare for All Townhall - MICARE - A Way Forward
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | 5th and Elm, 426 Quincy Street, Hancock, Michigan, 49930
October 15 Healthcare For All Townhall – MICARE – A Way Forward
7-9 pm ET 5th & Elm, 426 Quincy St., Hancock
* Learn how MiCare (HB 4407) guarantees healthcare for all – no copays, premiums, or deductible.
* Hear from Rep. Rheingans on covering physical, dental, and mental health care.
* Ask questions, share your story, and join the fight for healthcare as a human right.
This town hall will focus on proposed Michigan legislation for single-payer.

Lake Superior Performance Rally
2025-10-16 00:00 - 2025-10-18 23:59 | MI
Marquette, MI 49855
Dates: October 16, 2025 – October 18, 2025
Rev your engines because the Lake Superior Performance Rally is back in Marquette, MI. If you have never watched a stage rally, well, its one of the wildest forms of motorsport racing you can see. Cars race through the wooded dirt roads, drift tight corners, and face challenging obstacles! Fans can hit the trails and watch the races all weekend long by checking out the spectator guide.
Chase the thrill, watch & meet racers from DirtFish, and experience American Racing.
Thursday Fox Subaru, Parc Expose: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday: Races, Parc Expose
Saturday: Mount Marquette: Races
Downtown Marquette (100 block of Washington Street): Finish, Awards, DJ, & Activities.
Be sure to check out the spectator guide with maps, directions, and locations at the Lake Superior Performance Rally Website or pick up an official spectator guide at the Travel Marquette Office located at 201 S. Front Street.
Be kind and lend a hand! Volunteer information is available. For first time volunteers, click the volunteer link on the page to create an account to sign up.

Bayside Village Candy Donations Needed
2025-10-16 00:00 - 2025-10-27 23:59 | Bayside Village, 832 Sicotte Street, L'Anse, MI, 49946, United States
Bayside Village Candy Donations Needed
Please donate to our candy cauldron located in our front entrance. Please be sure that all candy is store bought and individually wrapped for residents to pass to trick or treaters on Halloween. Thank you!

All donations must be made by October 27th. Please direct all questions to Deb Merrill in Activities 906-524-3563

Fresh Coast Film Festival
2025-10-16 00:00 - 2025-11-01 23:59 | MI
112 South Third Street , Marquette, MI 49855
Dates: October 16, 2025 – October 19, 2025
Fresh Coast Film Festival 2025
4 days, multiple venues, 70 + films, and endless inspiration!
“The Fresh Coast Film Festival is the first of its kind: a documentary film festival celebrating the outdoor lifestyle, water-rich environment and resilient spirit of the Great Lakes and Upper Midwest. The festival will gather the best in environmental and cultural filmmaking from around the world while creating a venue for, and building a culture of Great Lakes storytelling.”
Fresh Coast Film Festival attendees can catch inspiring films & movie premiers, meet the film directors & documentary stars, and sign up for free outdoor tours that explore the Marquette area!
Check out the 2025 Fresh Coast Film Festival Lineup & and get your tickets today!
Price: Patron Pass: $179, Weekend Pass: $79, Day Pass: $39, Student Weekend Pass: $29, and film block tickets available

PWPL Presents: Toddler Storytime
2025-10-16 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Mondays & Thursdays, October (2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30), 2025. 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
For children 18 to 36 months with a loving adult,siblings welcome. Stories and songs to engage the curious mind and wiggly body, followed by sensory play activities.
No admission charge.
Registration not required.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Tech Coaching for Seniors
2025-10-16 10:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, 2025. 10 AM – 1 PM.
Peter White Public Library Heritage Room. Need help with the settings on your phone? Want to download the downtown parking app? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want them to with the help of Christine Ault, retired teacher and librarian.
Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to schedule your 30-minute session.
Please charge your electronic device before each session, and bring passwords with you.
No fees.

PWPL Presents: ¡Hola Español! - Spanish Club
2025-10-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Thursday, October 16, 2025. 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 handson 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 www.pwpl.info.

City Of Negaunee Special Meeting
2025-10-16 18:00 | Negaunee Senior Center, 410 Jackson St, Negaunee, MI, 49866, United States
City Of Negaunee Special Meeting
Thursday October 16, 2025 @ 6 Pm
Negaunee Senior Center, 410 Jackson St (Tobin St. Entrance)

Call To Order
Pledge To Flag
Roll Call
Approval Of Agenda
Public Comment (3 Min. Limit)
2026 Budget – Work Session
Public Comment (3 Min. Limit)
Council Comments
Adjournment

PWPL Presents: Preschool Storytime
2025-10-17 10:00 - 10:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Tuesdays & Fridays, October (3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31), 2025. 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Stories, songs, finger-plays, crafts and other school-readiness activities for preschool age children and a loving adult.
Preschool age children. Siblings welcome.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection
2025-10-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, October (3, 10, 17, 24, 31) 2025. 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 www.pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: LEGO Club
2025-10-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Fridays, October (3, 10, 17, 24), 2025. 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 www.pwpl.info.

WALK FOR THE WILD 5K Challenge at Seney National Wildlife Refuge.
2025-10-18 09:30 - 17:00 | MI
FIND YOUR WILD
at the WALK FOR THE WILD 5K Challenge at Seney National Wildlife Refuge.

Join this nationwide event to celebrate the awe and wonder found on the more than 570 national wildlife refuges across the country, including Seney National Wildlife Refuge!

Saturday, October 18.
Registration will begin at 9:30,
Walk starts at 10:00 a.m.

The walk is free and open to everyone. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week, connect with community in the great outdoors, and boost physical and mental well-being. A win-win-win!

The walk will begin at the Northern Hardwoods trailhead on Robinson Street in Germfask, where walkers can choose a 5k adventure loop through a beautiful forest, or the more accessible Otter Run road route, which will take walkers, bicyclists, strollers over Upper Goose Pen Pool and along the edge of A Pool.

This is a fun walk! The event is not timed, and there will be treats at the finish line. Feel free to Find Your Wild and dress like (or somehow represent) your favorite “wild thing”!

For more information:
Email seneyrefuge90years@gmail.com
Call/text: 810-938-3020
Visit the Refuge visitor center – Tuesday thru Saturday from 9a.m. to 4p.m.
Call the Refuge: 906-586-9851 or 906-379-258.

NCTA: Little Garlic River Falls Group Hike
2025-10-18 10:00 | MI
Take a hike with us through a beautiful forest of pines and hardwoods to the picturesque Little Garlic River Falls. The hike begins on Harrison Rd/Little Garlic Rd where the spur to the falls begins. We will be hiking the well defined, 1.2 mile trail to the falls. Upon returning on the same trail, we will then continue onto the Elliott Donnelly trail along the north bank of the Little Garlic River with vistas of the river below. (Note: we will initially meet at the Elliott Donnelly Trailhead to spot some vehicles.)
Our hike will be led by Dennis Fattaleh, an experienced group hike leader.
This hike will cover approximately 5 miles of terrain and is an intermediate hike. This is a good hike for less experienced hikers to build confidence and stamina. Proper hiking boots are required. Expect a few wet spots and plan on 3 to 4 hours of hiking time. Don’t forget to bring water and a snack! Trekking poles can be helpful on this route for those who use them.
We’ll meet on Saturday, October 18th at 10:00 AM at the Elliott Donnelly Trailhead parking lot located on the north side of the Little Garlic River on CR550 (Google Map link here). Reminder: you’ll need a Michigan Recreation Pass to park in the parking lot. From there, we will load into about half the vehicles to drive 1.6 miles to the parking pullout on Harrison Rd/Little Garlic Rd. Please be open to having fellow hikers in your vehicle to help with staging cars at both ends.
This event is limited to 15 participants and advanced registration is required. Please click here to register. Registration will remain open until Friday, October 17th or until we reach capacity.
We hope to see you there!

PWPL Presents: Saturday Storytime
2025-10-18 11:00 - 11:30 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturdays, October (4, 11, 18, 25), 2025. 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 are welcome.
No admission charge.
For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

PWPL Presents: Repair Cafe
2025-10-18 11:00 - 13:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, October 18, 2025. 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 906-226-4303.

13th Annual Archaeology Fair
2025-10-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Marquette Regional History Center, 145 W. Spring Street, Marquette, Michigan
Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
at the Marquette Regional History Center
All are invited! Admission is regular museum admission. Open house style event.
This October the Marquette Regional History Center is joining hundreds of organizations around the world to celebrate International Archaeology Day. Come discover how our fair has grown over thirteen years, providing a look at archaeology in our upper mid-west region and worldwide. Hands-on learning for all ages. Multiple booths both indoors and outdoors feature various displays and activities.
Join the celebration of archaeology and the thrill of discovery! Fair is included with general admission and museum membership at the sponsor level on up.
Admission rates: Adults: $10.00, Seniors & Military: $8.00, Students: $4.00, including college students with ID, Ages 12 & Under: $3..00, Museums for All EBT Cardholders: $5 for adults and free for children age 17 and under.

PWPL Presents: Art with Ella
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI, 49855
Saturday, October (4 & 18). 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Peter White Public Library Great Room.
Join NMU Art Education major Ella and create art! Kids of all ages are welcome – the techniques used will be adaptable for kids of all ages and abilities.
All supplies provided, drop-in program.
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 www.pwpl.info.

Downtown Houghton Treat Street
2025-10-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Houghton, Houghton
Treat Street — Downtown Houghton
Oct. 18 | 4–6 p.m. | Shelden Avenue
Downtown Houghton’s favorite Halloween tradition returns for its 16th year! Dress up and hit Shelden Avenue for an evening of community-wide trick-or-treating. Local businesses and organizations will hand out candy along the downtown strip, creating a safe and festive atmosphere for families. Start anywhere along Shelden Avenue — no need to line up or check in — and please wait until 4 p.m. before collecting treats.
