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
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9 events,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 exhibition opens July 9 and will be on display through Oct. 3 The Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center The Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center at NMU will open a new exhibition July 9 that features the work of one of the U.P.’s most prolific photographers. It is titled “Munising in Black & White: The Photographs of Mary Jayne Hallifax.” She was an in-demand commercial photographer who also captured numerous candid images of her hometown over seven decades. Hallifax died in 2025 at the age of 96 and donated many of her original negatives to photograph collector Jack Deo, who is loaning 60 The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership is proud to announce the 2026 incoming delegation from our sister city Higashiomi, Japan, celebrating our 47th year of sister city relations. A delegation of seven Higashiomi citizens will arrive in Marquette on July 19 and depart on July 29, 2026, Our seven delegates are the Deputy Mayor, a Higashiomi City Council member, Higashiomi City Staff, members of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Higashiomi International Exchange Association, and Higashiomi citizens. The Marquette Area Sister Cities Partnership Committee is proud to host the events for the Sister City delegation. The Japanese delegation is led 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
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“Buy Local for the Holidays” St Joseph Catholic Church Lake Linden 2026 Crafters and Bakers Bazaar Saturday November 28, 2026 10am-3pm Pork Pies will also be available! Please let me know if you have any questions, Kristen Roggemann (906) 370-8934
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Monday, September 28, 2026, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Family Friendly, Adults, Seniors. PWPL presents an evening of Country Roots music (original songs influenced by rock & roll, folk, traditional, and outlaw country) with Finding Feathers (formerly the Seth Brown Duo). Come celebrate the release of the group’s new album, Human! No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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Tuesday, September 29, 2026. 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Peter White Public Library Dandelion Cottage Room. Adults, Seniors. Join Marty for an in-person, in-depth discussion of Upper Michigan Today’s All Booked Up book of the month. Come with your questions, insights, and observations. This month’s book: This month’s book: Whistler by Ann Patchett. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.
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DCS flyer 091526-092926 Dementia Caregiving Series, a three-part online program designed for family caregivers of people with dementia, will be held on Tuesdays, September 15, 22, and 29, 2026 from 11:00 am – noon (Eastern) via Zoom. During the three online sessions participants will learn basic information about dementia and its impact on brain function, how to communicate more effectively with someone who has dementia, recognize stages of dementia, how to provide meaningful daily activities based on the interests and abilities of the person with dementia, how to better understand and address dementia related behaviors, and learn strategies Tuesday, September 29, 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 and background materials are available on the library’s website: pwpl.info. For more information call 906-226-4303.
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Tuesdays, September (1, 8, 15, 22, 29) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Fridays, September (4, 11, 18, 25) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Heritage Room. Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer two weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation programs. Sessions will include a combination of talks, seated meditation, and movement practices. 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. |
12 events,New Music in the Mine Returns to Quincy Mine Hoist House On Wednesday, September 30 and Thursday, October 1, 2026 New Music in the Mine returns to the Quincy Mine Hoist House with 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. performances each night. This first Michigan Tech Music Series event of the season is an annual sell out show full of the best music you haven’t heard yet. The 6 p.m. shows feature conScience: Michigan Tech Chamber Singers led by newly appointed conductor Jana Meckler, as well as solo performances by soprano Katheryn Summerset, cellist Adam Hall and Michael
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Wednesday, September 30, 2026. 9 a.m.-10 a.m. WLUC TV 6 Studios. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Join Upper Michigan Today’s John Redfield and Audrey Stetson, along with PWPL staff, for an on-air, in-person book discussion. This month’s book: Whistler by: Ann Patchett. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.
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NEW & INTERESTED PLAYERS – Marquette Women’s Pool League Remies Wednesday, September 30th, from 5p – 7p COME TO OUR WELCOME NIGHT Meet new & current players, Learn how our league works, Learn how pool works (if you’re brand new), Have fun & make friends!, Ask questions No pressure or commitment required, come see if pool league is a fit for you! Marquette Intertribal Community invites you to attend: ORANGE SHIRT DAY AWARENESS WALK AND GATHERING September 30, 2026 6:00 PM – Meet @ Grandview Apartments – Former Holy Family Orphanage, 600 Altamont Street, Marquette, MI 6:15 PM – Walk Begins We will be walking to the seven Grandfathers sculpture, at the spear dock. Please use downtown street parking. Shuttle available to the old orphanage, for those who may need it. The regular monthly meeting of the Marquette County Board of Health will be held on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. The meeting will begin at 5:15 pm and enter into Closed Session for the purpose of the Six-Month Health Officer Evaluation (MCL 15.268 (A). The open meeting will resume at 6:00 pm. The meeting will take place in Room 231 of the Henry A. Skewis Annex, Marquette County Courthouse, Marquette.
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Wednesday, September 30, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. Internationally acclaimed writer Charleen Hurtubise reads from her latest novel, Saoirse, which tells the story of a young woman who escapes her difficult Michigan childhood to create a new life for herself in Ireland. Saoirse is a suspenseful exploration of the intimate relationship between art and life and the lies we tell ourselves in the name of reinvention. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322. |
7 events,The second-annual Canal Colors Festival takes over downtown Houghton Oct. 1-3, bringing several of the Keweenaw’s favorite fall traditions together for one packed weekend along the Portage Canal. The festival combines Plaidurday, Brew Street, the Keweenaw Color Run and Houghton Fall Fest, while adding new events, competitions and activities throughout the weekend. Coordinated by Visit Keweenaw, the City of Houghton and Circle UP, formerly Keweenaw Young Professionals, Canal Colors was built around one of the Keweenaw’s best fall backdrops: downtown Houghton and the Portage Canal, where steep hills on both sides of the water turn with the season and reflect across the canal. Thank you to |
8 events,2375 M-553, Marquette, MI 49855 Dates: October 2, 2026 – October 4, 2026 Recurrence: Recurring daily VISIT WEBSITE More information DESCRIPTION Enduro is the ultimate mountain bike race. Starts with a casual climb to the top with your buddies, and a timed run on the way down. There will be several stages of ranging difficulty and length in which you can test your skills. The lowest combined time of these mostly downhill stages wins! There will be a set time in which you must complete all of the stages. Bring everything you would on a normal trail ride lasting a |
16 events,2026 Baraga County ATV Wilderness Adventure October 3, 2026 Register at eventbrite 906-353-8808 or baragachamberoffice@gmail.com Travel the backwoods of Arvon Township Michigan with knowledgeable guides using trails that are normally inaccessible to the general public. Experience fall colors and waterfalls. Enjoy lunch at Mt. Arvon, Michigan’s highest point. Join us for the Biggest Dog Party of the Year! The Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter’s 21st Annual Strut Your Mutt fundraiser will be held Saturday, October 3rd at Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with the walk at 10 a.m. There will be refreshments for people and pets, dog contests, and prizes for the top three fundraisers in adult and youth categories. Doggie contests with prizes for the pooches, including a costume contest and pet tricks! Have fun visiting with all the dogs! Every registered walker gets a goodie bag and a Strut Quilt Submissions Needed For Display Applications for submissions -Due By September 1ST, 2026 Visit Website For Appications And Details Open to all community members for submissions Contacts: Julie Higbie jhigbie@nmu.edu 906-361-1537 Heather Spring cmheatherspring@yahoo.com 478-235-1579 Website www.marquettequilters.org (Members available for interview and/or media spots to help promote quilt submissions and overall event) The Marquette County Quilters Association (MCQA) is proud to present the bi- annual 2026 Autumn Comforts Quilt Show at Ojibwa Casino, Marquette, MI. This event will be held Saturday October 3rd, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Sunday, October 4th, 2026, from 11:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.
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Saturday Morning Farmers Market Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm Join us for the Biggest Dog Party of the Year! The Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter’s 21st Annual Strut Your Mutt fundraiser will be held Saturday, October 3rd at Mattson Lower Harbor Park in Marquette. Registration begins at 9 a.m., with the walk at 10 a.m. There will be refreshments for people and pets, dog contests, and prizes for the top three fundraisers in adult and youth categories. Doggie contests with prizes for the pooches, including a costume contest and pet tricks! Have fun visiting with all the dogs! Every registered walker gets a goodie bag and a Strut 17th Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Walk in Memory of Chelsey LaFernier Saturday, October 3rd 11:00 AM: Registration & Check-In corner of McGillian Street & Lyons Street, Baraga, MI 12:00 PM: Walk Begins 12:45 PM: Walk Ends Niiwin Akeaa Center Gymnasium 1:00 PM: Feast Drumming/Speakers/Raffles Cedar Ceremony Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 5 PM / Zeba Hall General Information: This healing ceremony is personal to each individual. It’s a cleansing of grief & trauma in all it’s forms. Bring your tobacco. Please maintain 24 hours of sobriety prior to participation, it’s not a judgement of lifestyle, it’s respect for protocol. The ceremony is open to indigenous participants. Women are encouraged to wear skirts. If you don’t have one, come anyway. If you are on moon, there is a space for you. Pregnant individuals are asked not to attend. Men are encouraged to KBIC Youth Department – FIELD OF TERROR October 3rd @ 8:00 pm Ages 8 – 15 Must be at the Niiwin Akeaa Center at 7:30p. We leave at 7:45p Please dress appropriately for the weather LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE Call 353-4643 to sign up. |
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Monday, October 5, 2026, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. Join fiber artist Jody Trost for a Beginner Needle Felting Workshop. Learn basic needle felting and leave with your very own handmade felted Scarecrow. Felting starter kits and wool provided. Please bring a small pair of scissors. Space is limited to ten participants, so register early. No admission charge. Register at pwpl.info. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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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.
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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
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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. The October meeting of the Houghton-Keweenaw Chapter of the Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel (MARSP) will be held on Tuesday. October 6th at Gino’s restaurant in Hancock. The business meeting will begin at 12:30 pm, followed by a buffet lunch. The guest speaker will be Joel Aslala, Calumet School District Superintendent. All members are encouraged to attend. Contact person – Steven Karpiak 482-8455
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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 |
16 events,Wednesday, October 7, 2026. All day throughout the library. Drop in any time to join the Free to Read fun! Book-themed puzzles will be set for patrons to work on all day. Enjoy free puzzles, coffee, and hot tea throughout the day. Bring your friends and make some new ones! For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. The Sacred Heart Auxiliary has started their fall fundraiser. They are selling their delicious Pork and Stuffing Pies. Pork pies are made with ground pork and stuffing. Pies are like Thanksgiving dinner all in one. Small pies are $5.00 and Large Pies are $15.00. Pies can be purchased from the church office. Tues -Wed-Thurs from 9am – 1pm
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Wednesdays October (7, 14, 21, 28), 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.
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Wednesday, October 7, 2026. 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Peter White Public Library Peter White Conference Room. This Book Group welcomes readers interested in a variety of contemporary fiction on the first Wednesday of the month at 10 AM. Book discussions will be led by Reference Desk staff. Book selection for July will be WE DO NOT PART by Han Kang. To learn about the group’s upcoming book selections, pick up the Books & Banter 2026 reading list and discussion guide at the reference desk. Please call 906-226-4311 or visit pwpl.info with questions.
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When: Wednesday October 7th 11:15AM-12:00PM Where: Ishpeming Middle School Garden Partridge Creek Farm (PCF) , on behalf of Ishpeming Middle School students, are thrilled to invite the community to the 5th grade Farm Stand and grand re-opening of the Ishpeming Middle School Garden. Partridge Creek Farm’s Farm-to-School program has been an Ishpeming Public School District program since 2018, engaging over 100 students each year in hands-on educational experiences that teach students about healthy eating and local food. The 5th Grade Farm Stand Since 2021, Ishpeming Middle School 5th graders have put on this Farm Stand as a way to share
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Wednesday, October 7, 2026. 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Teen Zone. Teens in grades 6-12 join in on the fun with unTITLEd Teens, a monthly program that will be a different activity each month. This month we will be making mini fall scenes. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info, and visit pwpl.info.
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Wednesday October 7, 2026. 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Youth ages 8-12. Join our new Tween Book Club! Each month, we’ll explore a different book genre through reading, discussion, and a fun hands-on craft. For October, our featured genre is Spooky Reads! Read any spooky or scary book you choose before the meeting, or pick one from our recommended reading list, available at the Youth Services Desk. Bring your book to the club, share your thoughts during our discussion, and enjoy a themed craft with fellow readers. No admission charge. For more information and Spaghetti Squash Baraga County Residents are invited to join Dale Schmeisser, RDN to learn about spaghetti squash October 7th, 2026 5:00 PM Ojibwa Seniors Free of Charge & All are Welcome Registration Required 906-353-4540 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
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Wednesday, October 7, 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. In this programming series, seasoned published authors of various genres lead participants through writing exercises and workshops to hone their writerly talents. October’s Writer: Jeff Kass. Jeff Kass is a Michigan Notable Book author (Teacher/Pizza Guy) and has published novels, short story collections, and poetry collections. His most recent book, True Believer, contains poems based on Kass’s lifelong passion for the Marvel superhero universe. Space is limited to 15 participants, so register early. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at When: October 7th 6:30 p.m. social time Where: Peter White Public Library The League of Women Voters of Marquette County will hold its next general membership meeting on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. (6:30 p.m. social time) in Studio One, lower level, Peter White Public Library, 217 N. Front St. in Marquette. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. All interested community members are welcome to attend. For more |
16 events,“Dancing With Our Stars – Marquette County Style” Is RETURNING With a New Date, New Format, and the Same Glamour and Glitter Marquette, MI — After ten unforgettable years of rhythm, sparkle, and community impact, Dancing With Our Stars – Marquette County Style is officially returning—reimagined, refreshed, and ready to shine brighter than ever. The U.P. Hospice Foundation, in partnership with U.P. Home Health & Hospice, is thrilled to announce, “A Showcase of Stars- presented by Dancing with our Stars Marquette County Style,” a bold new evolution of the beloved fundraiser. While the format is changing, the heart of the
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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 Better Together will meet on Thursday, October 8 at 9:30 at Zion Lutheran Church on 400 Ingot Street in Hancock. The speaker will be Duffy Lepisto, and she will share touching stories about ministering to the people in Mexico over the past year. Special music will be provided by Carol Jones of Calumet. All area women are invited to attend this fun and inspiring event. A brunch will be served and there is a suggested donation of $10. All proceeds over the cost of the event will be donated to local charities. To reserve a spot please call Barb Worrall
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Tuesdays & Thursdays October (8, 13, 22, 27), 2026. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace. Drop in for kid-led trading, gaming, and sharing your favorite collectables. Pokémon, sports, game card, miniatures toys & collectable, etc, all welcome! If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Important – Trading & gaming will be kid-led. It is highly recommended that parents do not allow their children to bring cards that they do not want them to accidentally trade! Children under the age of 8 will need an adult to stay in
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Thursday, October 8, 2026. 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library. Heritage Room. This presentation will cover the requirements of a power of attorney document and the rights and responsibilities of an attorney in fact. If you have ever wanted to know how to ensure that someone can assist you with financial matters if you are unable to do so yourself, this presentation will guide you through the necessary steps. Led by Amanda Gobert, Marquette Community Federal Credit Union. No registration or admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4311 or email refdesk@pwpl.info. Breakwater Federal Credit Union is returning to Michigan Tech on Thursday, October 8, 2026, for the second workshop in an ongoing financial education series designed to help students feel more confident building their financial future. The upcoming workshop, “Credit & Your Financial Future,” will focus on establishing credit, understanding the factors that affect credit reports and scores, and using credit responsibly to build a strong financial foundation. The goal is to help students understand how to build and maintain a strong credit history, which can play an important role in future financial decisions, from renting an apartment or purchasing
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Join us for our Second Thursday Creativity Series at the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum: “Costume Party” Thursday, October 8th, 2026 5:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. Experience hands-on craft activities, music, and FREE Culver’s Frozen Custard. FREE to participate! When: Thursday, October 8, 2026 @ 6:00 p.m. Where: Kaufman Auditorium The U.P. Hospice Foundation is excited to announce that tickets are on sale 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
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Thursday, October 8, 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery and Deo Gallery. Teens, Adults, Seniors. Join us for two artist receptions in one night! Speak with the artists about their work and exhibits on display. Huron Mountain Club Gallery – Wetlands: Landscapes, Flora, and Fauna by Larissa Schmock Deo Gallery – LSAA Members’ Art Exhibition by Lake Superior Art Association
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Thursday, October 8, 2026, 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Join local poets, writers, and poetry enthusiasts for an evening of poetry. Starting at 6:30 p.m., participants gather to workshop their current work, followed by an Open Mic at 7:15 p.m. New and experienced poets are welcome for either or both events. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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Marquette County Economic Development Exchange Friday, October 9, 2026 | 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. NMU Innovation Hall – Jacobetti Complex You’re invited to join local officials, business leaders, and other stakeholders for the second annual Marquette County Economic Development Exchange, P3MQT. This day-long event will focus on collaboration around key issues shaping Marquette County’s future. From insightful presentations on housing, community engagement, and emerging issues to legislative updates and regional discussions, we hope you’ll join these important conversations. $35 | Special LSCP Partner Rate $45 | Non-Members Register or Learn More Interested in sponsoring? For questions or to explore sponsorship opportunities, Pregnancy & Infant Loss Walk October 9th, 2026 @ 11 AM The walk will start behind Tribal Police and continue along the restoration trail behind the PowWow Grounds. Transportation provided back to the start Call/Text 906-201-4168 for More Information
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Friday, October 9, 2026. 12:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors. Find out the real story behind one of the mosLKOt successful horror-movie franchises of all time. This documentary delves into the details of the farmhouse that inspired The Conjuring films. Rated 16+. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. KBIC Youth Department MOVIE NIGHT – Toy Story 5 Friday, October 9th – Starts at 6:00pm Niiwin Akeaa Center, Baraga FREE ADMISSION AND CONCESSIONS FOR PURCHASE For questions call 353-4643 |
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KBIC Youth Department – HULKKONEN’S ZOMBIE SHOOT (Limited spots available) Saturday, October 10th @ 8:30pm For ages 8 – 15 Dress for the weather Must be a the Niiwin Akeaa Center for 7:45p, we leave at 8:00p Call to sign Up 353-4643
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GITIGE he/she gardens VOLUNTEER WITH US Debweyendan Believe in it People’s Gardens Saturdays: 9 am – Noon 2026 Season Dates October 10 & 24 Lots of ways to help with gardening, including mulching, weeding, harvesting, pruning, and watering. In appreciation of your assistance, you can select a high-quality garden tool or a gardening book whenever you engage. Everyone is welcome, including beginners. Our community Teaching Garden, located at 16037 Brewery Road in L’Anse, is cared for by the KBIC natural Resources Department. For more information, please contact Anthony Johnson at 906-524-5757 ext. 4242 or Karena Schmidt
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MANOOMIN CAMP October 10th, from 9:00a – 3:00p Teaching Facility, 16037 Brewery Road Join us for a one day family-friendly wild rice processing workshop.
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Customer Appreciation Day Last Farmers Market …Saturday Oct. 10th, at Meadowbrook Arena, 9:00 am – 12: 00 pm Cider and Donuts Come and join us, we appreciate your support
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Saturdays, October (10, 24), 2026. 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 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.
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Saturday, October 10, 2026. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Studio 1. 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.
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Where: Marquette When: 10/10/26 5-10pm The Lake Superior Performance Rally (LSPR) is a premier motorsport event held annually in Marquette, Michigan, renowned for its challenging terrain and rich history. This year the races will be held at Mount Marquette as in previous years, along with additional routes south of Ishpeming, but an exciting addition to the event will have their awards ceremony held on Washington Ave in Downtown Marquette! The Rally is free to attend. Spectators can join in at several points on Saturday, starting with a Parc Expose at the Ishpeming Armory after which competitors will complete a few Omega House Fall Concert Fundraiser Saturday, October 10th @ 7 PM The Calumet Theatre – Tickets call 337-2610 or calumettheatre.com/events/event Back by Popular Demand “The Hype!” Ultimate 80’s Glam Rock Experience |
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Harvest Moon Night Market Returns October 11 with More Whimsy, Art, and Music! Last year’s breakout event, Harvest Moon Night Market, returns to Downtown Calumet on Sunday, October 11 from 4–9 PM, bringing an expanded evening of art, music, film, and autumn enchantment. This year’s event will fill the Calumet Greenspace, Open Space Gallery, and The Calumet Theatre Ballroom, creating a larger, more immersive experience for visitors of all ages. Guests are invited to wander through a vibrant mix of indoor and outdoor vendor booths featuring local artists, authors, herbalists, farmers, bakers, and makers. Vendor Alley is growing this |
7 events,When: Monday, October 12, 2026 Where: TBD build site in Marquette Marquette County Habitat for Humanity (MCHFH) is proud to host its 1st Annual Veterans Build on Monday, October 12, 2026, bringing veterans and community volunteers together for a day of service, camaraderie, and helping build safe, affordable housing for local families. The Veterans Build will take place at a TBD build site in Marquette, with volunteer opportunities from 8:30 am to 4 p.m. Veterans from all military branches and backgrounds are invited to participate, as are community members who would like to join in. The event offers veterans
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Monday, October 12, 2026. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Families with youth of all ages, drop in to make pumpkin lanterns! Youth Services is currently accepting donations of clean class jars, no lids, of various sizes to help us with this craft. Please drop off any jars BY September 23. This is a family event, adults are expected to attend with their children. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.
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Monday, October 12, 2026. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Families with youth of all ages, drop in to make pumpkin lanterns! Youth Services is currently accepting donations of clean class jars, no lids, of various sizes to help us with this craft. Please drop off any jars BY September 23. This is a family event, adults are expected to attend with their children. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info.
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Monday, October 12, 2026. 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors. Bring your dinner, sit down, and watch the hit horror movie Weapons, starring Amy Madigan in an Oscar-winning performance as Aunt Gladys! Rated R. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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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
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Tuesday, October 13, 2026. 12:00 p.m. -1:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras 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 The Mistress of Spices by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. No admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4303 or visit pwpl.info.
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Tuesdays & Thursdays October (8, 13, 22, 27), 2026. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace. Drop in for kid-led trading, gaming, and sharing your favorite collectables. Pokémon, sports, game card, miniatures toys & collectable, etc, all welcome! If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Important – Trading & gaming will be kid-led. It is highly recommended that parents do not allow their children to bring cards that they do not want them to accidentally trade! Children under the age of 8 will need an adult to stay in
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Tuesday, October 13, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. In honor of art historian Ellen Longsworth and in partnership with Zero Degrees Gallery, artist Patrick Dragon will share his many experiences as an artist and how they are all connected. Dragon works in clay and ceramics, and he has toured the country, showcasing and selling his art; won numerous awards; and been featured in the White House Collection of American Crafts. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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It’s Time to Register for Coat the Copper Country If you or your family could use a helping hand with winter wear this year, we re here to help! Registration is now open for this year’s Coat the Copper County program! Pick up Dates: Saturday, October 24th from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm The Salvation Army, Hancock Saturday, October 31st from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm Sacred Heart Church Hall, L’Anse
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Wednesdays October (7, 14, 21, 28), 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.
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Where: Peter White Public Library When: October 14 from 10 a.m. to noon Marquette City Manager Karen Kovacs will hold her next community office hours on Wednesday, October 14 from 10 a.m. to noon in the Shiras Room, on the top level of Peter White Public Library (Front Street side). The meeting is intended to provide an informal opportunity to discuss issues within the community, and to give citizens the opportunity for direct dialogue with City staff about interests and concerns.
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Wednesday, October 14, 2026: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Marquette Food Co-op. Teens in grades 6- 12 are invited to register for a cooking class at the Marquette Food Coop. October’s class will be Falafel (Middle Eastern chickpea fritter) with cucumber yogurt salad. This class is vegetarian and gluten-free. Very hands-on! Cooking class will take place at the Marquette Food Co-Op. Online registration required. For more information, to check the status of the program, and to register, call 906-226-4321 or visit pwpl.info. Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Meeting begins at 5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Shiras Room. Regular meeting of the Township Advisory Council of the Peter White Public Library. The meeting is open to all.
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Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Family Friendly, Adults, Seniors. Craving some good ol’ Country music with dashes of classic rock and soul? PWPL hosts Boots and Sandals, a band that covers tunes by the likes Johnny Cash, Chris Stapleton, Stevie Nicks, Patsy Cline, and others. Join us for this kneeslapping, finger-snapping concert! No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
4 events,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
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The American Red Cross of Wisconsin and the Western Upper Peninsula Community Organizations Active in Disaster (WUPCOAD), are inviting residents, organizations, and community partners to attend a free community disaster shelter training on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT at Right Start Up, located at the Hancock Community Hub, 417 Quincy St. in Hancock. Led by experienced Red Cross disaster volunteers and local response partners, the training combines classroom instruction and hands-on learning to prepare participants to support their communities when disasters strike. Attendees will gain the skills and confidence needed to strengthen local disaster |
5 events,Where: Joseph Heirman University Center When: Friday, October 16 at 9am ET The Bay College Foundation invites the community to a complimentary breakfast featuring inspiring student stories and the impact of supporting Bay College ESCANABA, Mich. – The Bay College Foundation invites community members, supporters, alumni, and friends to Building Tomorrow Together, an inspiring event celebrating the meaningful impact that donors and supporters make in the lives of Bay College students. The event will take place Friday, October 16 at 9am ET in the Joseph Heirman University Center (JHUC) 952 Conference Room on the Escanaba Bay College Campus. RSVPs are
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BLOOD DRIVE Friday, Oct. 16th 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. L’Anse Methodist Church Walk-ins are very welcome! Please consider giving the gift of life. All blood donations remain in our UP hospitals. |
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It’s Time to Register for Coat the Copper Country If you or your family could use a helping hand with winter wear this year, we re here to help! Registration is now open for this year’s Coat the Copper County program! Pick up Dates: Saturday, October 17th from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm CLK Multipurpose Room, Calumet Friday, October 23rd from 4:00 pm – 7:00pm Saturday, October 24th from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm The Salvation Army, Hancock Saturday, October 31st from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm Sacred Heart Church Hall, L’Anse
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Saturday Morning Farmers Market Saturdays, May 16 – Nov., 9 am – 1 pm When: 10 a.m. Saturday, October 17 Where: Negaunee Public Library The Negaunee Public Library will host a business connection and collaboration circle at 10 a.m. Saturday, October 17, planned by Soulful Integration. This will be a relaxed gathering for local business owners to connect, share ideas and resources, and explore opportunities for collaboration. The event is free to attend. Registration is not required, but please email michelle@soulfullintegration.com if planning to attend or with any questions.
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The Hancock Community Hub is hosting a Community Closet Sale on Saturday, October 17, from 10 am to 1 pm in the Community Room, and we need your help to make it a success! Donate your clean, gently used items: Clothing Household & kitchen Books Toys & games Décor & linens Seasonal & holiday items Drop-off item between 9 am to 10 pm Monday, October 12 through Friday, October 16,at the Holland St. West accessible entrance. Gently used items only, please. Shop: Saturday, October 17, 10 am to 1 pm, Community Room. Every dollar raised helps maintain the Hub’s building
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Join us on October 17th from 1–5 pm for a non-partisan day of local music, comedy, voter information, and festivities at Copper Country Rock the Vote! When: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 1–5 pm Where: Hancock Quincy Green (Quincy St., Hancock, MI) Join us as we celebrate civic duty and the active practice of democracy in our communities for ‘Copper Country Rock the Vote!’ down at the Quincy Green in Hancock! We’ll have voter education and information, community organizations, food trucks, and live music acts! It’s the perfect pre-Treat Street event–we hope to see you there! This event is co-sponsored by
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Tuesdays & Thursdays October (8, 13, 22, 27), 2026. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace. Drop in for kid-led trading, gaming, and sharing your favorite collectables. Pokémon, sports, game card, miniatures toys & collectable, etc, all welcome! If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Important – Trading & gaming will be kid-led. It is highly recommended that parents do not allow their children to bring cards that they do not want them to accidentally trade! Children under the age of 8 will need an adult to stay in
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Downtown Houghton Hosts the 17th Annual Treat Street on October 17 Downtown Houghton invites families, friends, and Halloween fans of all ages to join us on the 17th for the 17th annual Treat Street. Costumes are encouraged, and trick or treaters can visit participating businesses and organizations up and down Shelden Avenue. Trick or treating runs from 6 – 8 p.m. and may start anywhere along Shelden Avenue. Businesses will be ready with candy and treats throughout the district. Please note the original time of 4-6 p.m. has been adjusted to 6 p.m. for smoother traffic flow. We ask that |
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7 events,When: October 19 at 5:45 p.m. Where: Citizens Forum at Lakeview Arena The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB) is requesting public input on the planned “Phase II” of the Marquette Cultural Trailhead, formally the old Lake Superior Community Partnership facility on Front Street. Phase II will rejuvenate green spaces, add a picnic site, renovate the parking area, and implement pedestrian safety measures on South Front Street. The City of Marquette Cultural Trailhead, including Phases I and II, is funded through grants, donations, and dedicated City public art funds. More information about the project and a list of funders can When: Monday, October 19, 2026, 5:30 PM Where: Marquette Senior High School Library 1203 West Fair Ave Marquette, MI 49855 Agenda AND Minutes 1020
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Monday, October 19, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Join Donn as he shares details from his recent motorcycle travels following Asia’s Silk Road. Donn discusses insights into the people, places, and cultures he encountered. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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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
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Tuesday, October 20, 2026. 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Youth ages 8-12. Norbert the Norwegian Ridgeback! Harry Potter fans join us for activities inspired by and readings from Chapter 14 of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit pwpl.info. Tuesday, October 20, 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 and background materials are available on the library’s website: pwpl.info. For more information call 906-226-4303. When: 2026.10.20 / 6:00 PM Where: Marquette County Courthouse Agenda AND Minutes 1020
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Please join us at the Orpheum, Hancock (5th & Elm), or by ZOOM for these two candidate forums. ZOOM link is https://tinyurl.com/20261020CandidateForum The contested Houghton City Council race will run from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be a 15-minute break, and then from 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., the forum for the contested Hancock City Council race will be held. Each candidate will have 1 minute for opening and closing remarks and 1 minute to respond to each question. The candidates were provided with potential questions we may ask; no audience questions will be accepted. |
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Wednesdays October (7, 14, 21, 28), 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.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026. 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Teen Zone. Home School Teens, Ages 11 & up, are welcome to join Amanda in the Teen Zone for bi-weekly book discussions. We will be discussing Blood in the Water by Tiffany D. Jackson. For youth ages 11 & up. No admission charge. For more information or to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at pierce@pwpl.info, visit pwpl.info, or find Peter White Public Library Teen Services on Instagram or Facebook
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Ojibwa Community Library – LITTLE READERS! Join us to read about a Fall forest adventure with Squirrel and friends! Wednesday, October 21st from 3:45 pm – 4:45 pm Crafts, snacks, and book giveaways!
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026. 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. We have partnered 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. Please note that this is a monthly repeating program and you only have to register once for the entire school year. 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 When: Wednesday, October 21, 6:30 p.m. Where: Marquette Regional History Center The Barnes-Hecker Mine Disaster occurred on November 3, 1926. Fifty-one men lost their lives; forty-one of them are still buried at the site of the cave in. In honor of this solemn 100th anniversary, Jim Paquette will share his ongoing research of the Barnes-Hecker Mine disaster. Uncovered evidence and documented facts through intense historical research will shed the light of truth that the Barnes-Hecker disaster victims and their families have always deserved. $5 suggested donation. For more information: 906-226-3571 www.MarquetteHistory.org 145 W Spring St, Marquette, MI 49855 When: Wednesday, October 21, 6:30 p.m. Where: Marquette Regional History Center at 145 W Spring St, Marquette, MI 49855 The Barnes-Hecker Mine Disaster occurred on November 3, 1926. Fifty-one men lost their lives; forty-one of them are still buried at the site of the cave in. In honor of this solemn 100th anniversary, Jim Paquette will share his ongoing research of the Barnes-Hecker Mine disaster. Uncovered evidence and documented facts through intense historical research will shed the light of truth that the Barnes-Hecker disaster victims and their families have always deserved. $5 suggested donation. For more information: 906-226-3571 www.MarquetteHistory.org 145 |
7 events,Ojibwa Senior Citizens Pasty Sale $7.00 each Thursday, October 22, 2026 Pre-orders and deliveries are not available. Pasties are sold at these locations: Ojibwa Seniors Bldg, Northern Oil, Mikinaak Shack, Rez Stop, Pines Convenience
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Tuesdays & Thursdays October (8, 13, 22, 27), 2026. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace. Drop in for kid-led trading, gaming, and sharing your favorite collectables. Pokémon, sports, game card, miniatures toys & collectable, etc, all welcome! If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Important – Trading & gaming will be kid-led. It is highly recommended that parents do not allow their children to bring cards that they do not want them to accidentally trade! Children under the age of 8 will need an adult to stay in
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Baraga County Shelter Home Purple Warrior Celebration Thursday, October 22nd from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Whirl-I-Gig, L’Anse Dinner Tickets – $25 per person Celebrate the incredible strength & resilience of domestic violence survivors! Live Music by Tom Katalin, Buffet Dinner, Cash & Basket Raffles For more info, call 906-524-7079 Proceeds to support services for survivors & their children
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Thursday, October 22, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family. Join 2022 Marquette Writer of the Year B. G. Bradley and his friends for an evening of music, stories, poetry, and skits sure to make you laugh, cry, clap, and sing for those big moments in our lives. The show features two-time U. P. Poet Laureate Marty Achatz; celebrated musicians Linda Smith and Seamus Collins (Big Lake Acoustic); actress Jacque Love; and actor Jim Edwards. This event will also be livestreamed. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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KBIC – BRAIN TANNING Everyone is Welcome October 23, 24, 25th from 9am – 5pm Stop by at anytime. KBIC Teaching Facility, 16037 Brewery Road, L’Anse, MI Rebecca Genschow 353-6623.
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Where: All of MSP’s 31 posts When: Saturday, October 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Michigan State Police (MSP) is once again taking part in a national initiative that encourages residents to safely dispose of expired and unused prescription pills. All of MSP’s 31 posts will be open on Saturday, October 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to accept unwanted medications as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. “Safely disposing of unused and expired medications is a simple step that can have a lasting impact on our communities,” said Col. James F. Grady II, director
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It’s Time to Register for Coat the Copper Country If you or your family could use a helping hand with winter wear this year, we re here to help! Registration is now open for this year’s Coat the Copper County program! Pick up Dates: Friday, October 23rd from 4:00 pm – 7:00pm Saturday, October 24th from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm The Salvation Army, Hancock Saturday, October 31st from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm Sacred Heart Church Hall, L’Anse
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What: Annual Trunk or Treat When: Friday, October 23, 2026 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Eastern Where: Bay College Escanaba Campus, Parking Lot A Bay College to Host Annual Trunk or Treat Students, faculty, and community are encouraged to come dressed for the occasion, bring their Halloween spirit, and enjoy this fun Bay College tradition. ESCANABA, Mich. – Join the Bay College Student Nurses Association on the Escanaba campus starting at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 23, for our Annual Trunk or Treat! Our health students and faculty are trading stethoscopes for spooky costumes and decorations. Bring the whole family for a safe, fun, |
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GITIGE he/she gardens VOLUNTEER WITH US Debweyendan Believe in it People’s Gardens Saturdays: 9 am – Noon 2026 Season Dates October 24 Lots of ways to help with gardening, including mulching, weeding, harvesting, pruning, and watering. In appreciation of your assistance, you can select a high-quality garden tool or a gardening book whenever you engage. Everyone is welcome, including beginners. Our community Teaching Garden, located at 16037 Brewery Road in L’Anse, is cared for by the KBIC natural Resources Department. For more information, please contact Anthony Johnson at 906-524-5757 ext. 4242 or Karena Schmidt at 906-337-2079.
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KBIC – BRAIN TANNING Everyone is Welcome October 23, 24, 25th from 9am – 5pm Stop by at anytime. KBIC Teaching Facility, 16037 Brewery Road, L’Anse, MI Rebecca Genschow 353-6623.
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New & Used, Home & Holiday Decor Sale Plus Bake Sale Saturday, October 24th from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 42905 Wilson Memorial Drive, Chassell
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When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24 Where: Marquette Regional History Center Admission to the Marquette Regional History Center will be free for all visitors during open hours of 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24 thanks to a sponsorship by local Rotary groups. The Marquette Regional History Center (MRHC) has a number of sponsorship options available, including providing a free admission Saturday, helping to ensure local history is accessible to everyone. The Rotary Club of Marquette, Marquette Harbor Rotary and Ishpeming Rotary united in this sponsorship as part of their participation in International Rotary’s annual World Polio Day,
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Saturdays, October (10, 24), 2026. 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 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. HOUGHTON AND HANCOCK At 11:00 am on October 24, World Polio Day, the Rotary Clubs of Houghton and Hancock, along the Houghton and Hancock High School Interact Clubs and community members throughout the nation, will join forces with thousands of Rotary members across eleven states and two countries in the World’s Largest Polio Walk, a coordinated effort to raise awareness and support the global fight to end polio. As part of this initiative, thousands of Rotary club members, friends and families are expected to participate by organizing and joining walks in their local communities. The Houghton – Hancock area event
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79th Annual Fall Festival Bazaar, Bake Sale, Tea & Trunk or Treat Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 Noon – 3pm Includes: Bake Sale, Tea Table, Crafts/Used Books, White Elephant Table Funds raised go towards local missions. We are “Alive in Christ!’ SS Peter & Paul Lutheran Church Dorcas Society / LWML 1010 Madeleine Street (off Sharon Avenue) Houghton, MI
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Potato Festival Eat, Drink, Be Spuddy – Who will be crowned Potato Royalty? October 24th, from 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm 105 Huron Street, Downtown Houghton The Biggest Potato, Celebration of the Year! Potatoes Games Exhibits Free Kid’s Crafts – 12p – 4p at The Carnegie With Live Music by Bees! Bees! Bees! Bees! Bees! Bees! and Daryn Reece |
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KBIC – BRAIN TANNING Everyone is Welcome October 23, 24, 25th from 9am – 5pm Stop by at anytime. KBIC Teaching Facility, 16037 Brewery Road, L’Anse, MI Rebecca Genschow 353-6623. |
4 events,When: October 26, 2026 6 p.m. Where: Marquette City Hall, 300 W. Baraga Ave, Marquette, MI 49855 The Marquette Downtown Development Authority will be making an informational presentation at the October 26 regular meeting of the Marquette City Commission. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. in the Commission Chambers inside of Marquette City Hall, 300 W. Baraga Ave, Marquette, MI 49855. The purpose of this presentation is to inform the City Commissioners, taxing jurisdictions, and the general public of the Authority’s accomplishments of the past year and the goals and projects to be undertaken in the coming year. |
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When: Tuesday October 27, 2026 7:30am – 4:00pm EST Where: Soaring Eagle Casino & Lounge, Mt. Pleasant, MI The Sault Tribe Business Alliance Annual Business Conference connects Native business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals for a day of networking, learning, and growth. Attendees gain valuable insights, build meaningful connections, and explore opportunities to strengthen Tribal business communities. This Years Theme: Event details: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 Soaring Eagle Casino & Lounge, Mt. Pleasant, MI 7:30am – 4:00pm EST Learn More & Register
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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
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Tuesday, October 27, 2026. 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Peter White Public Library Dandelion Cottage Room. Adults, Seniors. Join Marty for an in-person, in-depth discussion of Upper Michigan Today’s All Booked Up book of the month. Come with your questions, insights, and observations. This month’s book: This month’s book: Vigil by George Saunders. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.
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KBIC Survivor Support Services and Programs and KBIC Behavioral Health CONVERSATION & CRAFTS Tuesday, October 27, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Ojibwa Senior Citizens, Baraga Take a breather with us. Drop by for a relaxed, creative get -together where you can try a guided craft, meet local mental health professionals in a causal space, and just unwind.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Peter White Public Library hosts a blues concert sponsored by the Marquette Area Blues Society. This month’s band: Lark Brothers featuring Fast Eddie’s Blues Trust. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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Wednesday, October 28, 2026. 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. WLUC TV 6 Studios. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Join Upper Michigan Today’s John Redfield and Audrey Stetson, along with PWPL staff, for an on-air, in-person book discussion. This month’s book: Vigil by: George Saudners. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.
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Wednesdays October (7, 14, 21, 28), 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. Feeding America West Michigan 2026 mobile food pantry distribution Location: Sacred Heart Church Calumet Category: Free Community Event Description: A free drive through event at Sacred Heart Church Calumet serving up to 320 households with fresh produce, dairy, grains and other staple food items. No appointments; no payments; no income verification required. Watch for signs on US 41 and Lake Linden Ave. in Laurium to follow entry and exit of the drive through event. Volunteers will help direct you and place your food box into your vehicle. Contact: Jared Howard, President CLK Council of Churches Email: clkcouncil@gmail.com Phone: 906-337-2400 (2026 Dates: October 28/Wednesday;
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Wednesday, October 28, 2026. 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library. Peter White Conference Room. Adult Nonfiction Book Group at the Peter White Public Library focuses on narrative nonfiction book picks that tell stories of our past, present, and future. This book group is for people who enjoy reading nonfiction that read like fiction. Join us as we explore this month’s book Murderland by Caroline Fraser. No registration or admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4311 or email refdesk@pwpl.info.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2026. 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Teen Zone. Drop in for monthly gaming; we will have a selection of video games, board games and more. For youth in grades 6-12. No admission charge. For more information or to check the status of this program, call 906-226-4321, email Amanda at apierce@pwpl.info, visit pwpl.info, or find Peter White Public Library Teen Services on Instagram or Facebook. L’Anse Area Schools Indian Education Parent Advisory Committee Meeting Families: Bring Questions, concerns, and ideas to our next. Wednesday, October 28, 2026 Zeba Hall 5:00 pm Pizza, Salad, and Water will be provided
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Wednesday, October 28, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors. Award-winning writer Bonnie Jo Campbell (author of the 2024 Today Show Book Club selection The Waters) returns to PWPL to read from her recently published novel The Spirits, a ghostly tale of love, redemption, and healing set on a small farm in Michigan on December 24. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
6 events,Our October Downtown Connect meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, October 29. The meeting was originally scheduled for our regular date, but the Fresh Coast Film Festival will be using Marquette Commons that day. The following Thursday, Mike Bradford will be out of the office, making October 29 the next available date for Downtown Connect. We will share the meeting agenda as we get closer to the meeting date. A major focus of the October meeting will be the upcoming holiday season, including what downtown businesses can expect throughout the holiday shopping season and how the downtown
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Senior Life Solutions OPEN HOUSE Open to the public * tour the space * Meet our newest therapist Thursday, October 29th from 1 pm – 3 pm Senior Life Solutions Department, 18341 US Hwy 41, L’Anse, MI 524-3211 Join us to learn more about Senior Life Solutions and meet our newest therapist, Amanda Kaczmarek. Explore how the program works with older adults to treat depression and anxiety. You will have the opportunity to participate in “mock” therapy sessions in a group setting.
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Thursday, October 29, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors. In partnership with NMU’s Visiting Writers program, Peter White Public Library hosts National Book Award finalist Layli Long Soldier. Long Soldier, an Oglala Lakota writer and educator, has published the chapbook Chromosomory and the full-length poetry collection Whereas. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info. |
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Saturday, November 14, 2026. 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 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 pwpl.info.
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KBIC Youth Department – HALLOWEEN PARTY October 30th, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm Marquette Event Center Ojibwa Casino, Harvey Please join us for Food, Games, and a Costume Contest! For questions: Call 353-4643
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Friday, October 30, 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Join us for our annual family-friendly storytime! Costumes for all highly encouraged as participants enjoy this interactive storytime with stories, songs, a costume parade and trick-or- treating on your way out! Children of all ages are welcome; caregivers are expected to attend storytime with their children. Important – this storytime is taking place after hours. The library doors will close at 5:30pm and re-open for storytime attendees only at 5:45pm. The kids’ room will NOT be open during storytime and library services will NOT be
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Where: Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum When: 10/30 The kids get the museum all year. This night is for the grown-ups! Join us for a 21+ Halloween takeover of the Upper Peninsula Children’s Museum featuring music, drinks, food, games, museum-wide activities, a costume contest, and plenty of reasons to act like a kid again. Ticket includes light food and two drinks (more drinks available for purchase). Come in costume, grab a drink, explore the museum after dark, and get a little spooky. 👻 21+ only. Costumes highly encouraged. After Oct. 10th, tickets will go up to $30/each or $55/couple! So buy |
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It’s Time to Register for Coat the Copper Country If you or your family could use a helping hand with winter wear this year, we re here to help! Registration is now open for this year’s Coat the Copper County program! Pick up Dates: Saturday, October 31st from 8:30 am – 1:30 pm Sacred Heart Church Hall, L’Anse
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KBIC Youth Department – HALLOWEEN PARTY October 31st, 12:00 – 2:00 pm Niiwin Akeaa Center, Baraga Join us for food, games, and a costume contest For questions: Call 353-4643
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Where: Marquette When: Saturday, October 31, from 1 to 4 pm Get ready for a spooktacular evening in Downtown Marquette! On Saturday, October 31, from 1 to 4 pm, the 100 and 200 blocks of Washington Street will come alive with Halloween spirit during the annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat. For one special afternoon, the streets will be closed to traffic and transformed into a festive Halloween haven, creating a safe and welcoming space for children to show off their costumes and collect candy from participating downtown businesses. Families are invited to stroll through downtown while enjoying the sights of decorated storefronts UP Wild Wilderness Walk – “Honoring All Saints Day” Saturday, October 31, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Lakeview Cemetery, Calumet (Gather at the pavilion near the entrance to the cemetery) The Wilderness Walks are opportunities to connect with God and each other in an outdoor natural setting. Each walk has a leader who will guide the walk and stop along the way for readings and reflection. The walks are appropriate for all ages, including families and children. No religious affiliation is necessary. Everyone is welcome!
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Halloween Trick-or-Treating in the city of Marquette is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, 2026. The recommended hours to be observed for Trick-or-Treating are from 4:00 p.m. – 7 p.m. Motorists, please anticipate heavy pedestrian traffic during this time; be extra cautious when entering and exiting driveways. We recommend turning on headlights earlier in the day and driving slowly through neighborhoods. For the children’s safety, parents are encouraged to accompany them while trick-or treating and share the following tips: Stay Visible: Add glow sticks, flashlights, or reflective tape to costumes and bags. Stick Together: Trick-or-treat in groups and keep an adult
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Trunk or Treat hosted by Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and Chassell Volunteer Fire & Rescue Saturday, October 31st from 4:30 p – 6:00 p at the Chassell Centennial Park & Pavilion Cars / Candy / Community Complimentary hot dogs, chili, hot cocoa (while supplies last) Chassell Lions Club Halloween Party Saturday, October 31st 6 pm @ Chassell VFW |
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