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

Step Right Up for the Greatest Show in Marquette County: U.P. Hospice Foundation Unveils ‘A Night Under the Big Top’ presented by Dancing with our Stars Marquette County Style! After ten unforgettable years of dancing, fundraising, and community spirit, the beloved event is evolving! This year’s production transforms the stage into a whimsical, high-energy circus-inspired celebration packed with excitement, creativity, and show-stopping performances- all in support of compassionate Hospice care throughout our community. Under the glow of the big top, local celebrity groups will team up with talented Marquette dance professionals to deliver unforgettable performances that go far beyond traditional

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

When: Saturday, September 12 (1-6pm) Where: Marquette’s Mattson Lower Harbor Park The countdown is on for the 17th Annual U.P. Fall Beer Festival hosted by the Michigan Brewers Guild, coming up on Saturday, September 12 (1-6pm) along the Lake Superior shoreline in Marquette’s Mattson Lower Harbor Park. Nearly 70 Michigan breweries will be participating, sampling a collective 372 beers in 73 different styles. View the entire list here: U.P. 2026 Brewery & Beer List.    Tickets are on sale now at MiBeer.com and are 55perpersoninadvance(65 the day of). Those wanting to enter the festival an hour early can purchase a

Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library Community Room. Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. Join PWPL in celebrating the freedom to read. Join local community members in sharing passages from favorite books, whether it’s Charlotte’s Web or The Grapes of Wrath. Brian and Molly Wallen join in the fun, jamming with some of their favorite tunes.  No admission charge.  For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.  

Tuesday, October (6, 13, 20 & 27), 2026 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Peter White Public Library, Local History Research Room. Need help with the settings on your phone or iPad? Want to download travel apps before you leave town? Need help utilizing the library’s Memory Lab or navigating Libby? Learn how to make your electronic devices work the way you want, with the help of Christine Ault, retired teacher and teach coach, Tuesday mornings from 10 AM – 3 PM in the Local History Research Room of the Peter White Public Library. Call the Reference Desk at 906-226-4311 to

Tuesday, October 6, 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.  

Tuesday, October 6, 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.  

When: September 23, 2026: Doors will open at 5:30 p.m Where: Citizens’ Forum Room at Lakeview Arena When: October 6, 2026: Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Where: the Ishpeming High School auditorium In an effort to ensure a well-informed electorate, the League of Women Voters of Marquette County will host two public candidate forums ahead of the midterm election, giving constituents an opportunity to hear directly from the individuals running to represent them. The first forum will be for the Marquette City Commission candidates on September 23, 2026. The forum will take place at the Citizens’ Forum Room at

Michigan State University Extension will be hosting pasture walks at 3 locations across the Upper Peninsula. The pasture walks will focus on management strategies to improve soil health. During drought, healthy soils allow for more rapid water infiltration and possess greater water holding capacity. Frank Wardynski and Kable Thurlow, Michigan State University Extension educators, will be discussing a project they will be working on over the next two years. The project involves working with cooperative farmers to demonstrate grazing management practices that will improve soil health and resiliency to drought. In addition to discussing the project they will also be

Budget Meeting 9.14.2026 September 15, 2026 Regular Meeting 10-6-2026.2