Events for November 20, 2026

February 23, 2026-January 2, 2027 This exhibit showcases two hundred and fifty artifacts, photographs, and documents from our permanent collections. These objects connect local history to the national story while commemorating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has often seemed remote from the rest of the country. However, the themes and movements of U.S. history can be seen here as well, especially since the War of 1812. When the country braced for the Civil War, U.P. iron miners raced to uncover iron for the Union army’s railroads and ammunitions. When labor movements exploded following

Tuesdays & Fridays November (3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20), 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.  

Fridays, November (6, 13, 20) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room.  Mediate Marquette, Unity Yoga, and PWPL have collaborated to offer a weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation program. Sessions will include a combination of talks, seated meditation, and movement practices with the intention of cultivating care, compassion, and connection. 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.  

Friday, November 20, 2026. 12:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors. Iranian director Asghar Farhadi tells the story of a family faced with a difficult decision: move to another country to improve their lives or stay in Iran to care for an aging parent suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. Rated PG-13.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Friday, November 6 & 20, (3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.)  November 13, (Drop-in 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.), 2026.  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.