Central UP Events

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

When: Thursdays, October 15 through November 19, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm Where: Zoom   Powerful Tools for Caregivers, a six-week online workshop, designed for the non-professional, informal family caregiver, will be held on Thursdays, October 15 through November 19, 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

Mondays & Thursdays November (2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19), 2026. 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.  For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.  

Where: Holiday Inn of Marquette (1951 Us 41 West, Marquette, MI) When: Monday, November 9, 2026 Guest Speaker: Brendan P. O’Connor, COO Interlake Maritime Services   Social Hour – 5:00 p.m. Dinner – 6:00 p.m. Speaker – 7:00 p.m.   Please make reservations at marquetteeconomicclub.org or call   (906) 360-6069 and leave a message by 5:00 p.m. the Friday before. The cost is $75 per person for non-members and guests.   The November dinner is sponsored by Upper Peninsula Power Company. Make reservations  

Monday, November 9, 2026. 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors. Family Friendly. Bring your dinner, sit down, and watch the hit sci-fi flick Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling and based on Andy Weir’s bestselling novel. Rated PG-13. No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Monday, November 9, 2026. 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room.  Adults, Seniors. Family Friendly. Bring your dinner, sit down, and watch the hit sci-fi flick Project Hail Mary, starring Ryan Gosling and based on Andy Weir’s bestselling novel. Rated PG-13. No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.