WIC Clinic – Negaunee – All of August
The Marquette County Health Department holds a WIC (the Supplemental Food Program for Women, Infants, and Children) clinic almost every weekday. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 906-475-7846.
Clinic Services – Marquette – All thru August
Clinic services will be available almost every day in August at the Marquette County Health Department. The services that will be available are family planning, HIV/AIDS counseling and testing, and breast and cervical cancer screenings and immunizations from 9 AM – 4 PM. For an appointment call 906-475-7844.
Art Gallery – Calumet – Now thru September 1st
The Vertin Gallery is pleased to present its newest exhibition, “Tom Rudd Margo McCafferty Artworks” and will feature the fine art of Tom Rudd and Margo McCafferty. The exhibition will open August 6th, and be on display until September 1st at the Vertin Gallery. A public reception will be held the evening of August 6th, from 7 – 9 PM, refreshments will be served. For more information, visit www.vertingallery.com or call Kerri at (906) 337 2200.
Free Produce Stand – Gladstone – Saturdays, Now thru September 6th
Grace Church in Gladstone will have all sorts of fruits and vegetables provided by our church family to share with those who do not always have enough money left in their food budgets to spend on fresh produce. This community outreach will be on Saturdays, 9-11am, beginning July 24 through Monday, September 6th. Those in need can come to the “Free Produce Stand” in the parking lot of Grace Church in Gladstone at the top of the bluff on M35, one block east of the North Bluff Grocery Store and Cameron Elementary School). For more information, call 906-428-1331.
School of Choice Applications – Ishpeming – Now thru September 10th
Ishpeming Public Schools are now accepting new non-resident schools of choice applications for the 2010-2011 year. Applications are available to anyone residing within the Marquette-Alger RESA from Monday, June 21st – Friday, September 10th.
Gallery - Hancock - Now thru September 11th
An exhibit of Carole Harris' quilts, titled "Improvisations", will be featured at the Finlandia University Gallery from August 12th through September 11th. A closing reception for the artist will take place at the gallery Thursday, September 9th from 7 - 8:30 PM. For more information, call Carrie at 906-487-7500.
Exhibit – Hancock - Now thru September 30th
The Finlandia University Reflection Gallery will host an exhibit of comic illustrations by Pamela Kotila from August 29 to September 30, 2010. An opening reception and artist talk will take place Thursday, September 2, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., at the Reflection Gallery. The reception is open to the public and refreshments will be served. For additional information, please contact Yueh-mei Cheng at 906-487-7375 or email FinlandiaReflectionGallery@gmail.com.
Iron Mountain Farmers & Artisans Market – Iron Mountain – Now thru October 16th
The Iron Mountain Farmers & Artisans Market is set to begin Saturday, June 12th and runs for 19 weeks through October 16th. The market will be held every Saturday from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. It will be held in the city parking lot on East A Street across from the old Champion Building, which is the same location as last season. Interested farmer or artisan vendors or for more information, call 906-774-8530 or visit www.ironmountaindowntown.com.
Storytime – Marquette – Mondays, September 13th thru October 25th
"Storytime ABC's" a storytime about the alphabet for 2 & 3 year-olds and a loving adult runs Monday mornings from 10:00-10:30 a.m., September 13 through October 25, in the Children's Room of the Peter White Public Library. All are welcome. No registration necessary. Call 226-4323 for more information.
“Creature Feature” – Marquette – Tuesdays, September 14th thru October 26th
"Creature Feature," a story and craft hour for 4 & 5 year-olds, runs Tuesdays from 1:00-2:00 p.m. in the Children's Room of the Peter White Public Library from September 14 through October 26. All are welcome. No registration necessary. For more information, call 226-4323.
PRIME TIMEFamily Reading Program – Marquette – September 25th thru October 30th
PRIME TIME Family Reading Time is a six-week program that targets non-library-using families and helps parents and children become enthusiastic readers and active public library users. This program will be held at the Peter White Public Library from 10:30 AM to 12 noon from Saturday, September 25th through Saturday, October 30th. For more information, call 906-228-9510 or email lynette@pwpl.info.
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State Qualifier Race – Trenary – September 1st
The race will be held at the Trenary Lions Club BMX track, E2997, Hwy M-67. Registration at 3 PM, race starts 4 PM. Entry fee is $20. Entry fee for races is $6 for ABA members. For more information call Roy at 906-446-3219 or email him at raho@tds.net.
Farmers’ Market – Manistique – September 1st
There will be a Farmers’ Market Wednesday, September 1st from 4 – 6 PM at the Little Bear West Arena. For more information call 906-341-9561 or email kott@saulttribe.net.
Ontonagon Labor-Fest Car Show – Ontonagon – September 4th
The Ontonagon Labor-Fest Car Show will be held Saturday, September 4th. Free registration from 8 AM until 12 noon. Trophies will be awarded and there will be 50/50 raffle throughout the day. All awards will be given at 3 PM. For more information, call Terry or Vaunna at 906-884-4077.
Labor Day Celebration – Rock – September 4th
The Rock Lions Club will be celebrating Labor Day with their annual parade and an all day event on Saturday, September 4th. The day kicks off and 10 AM. There will be live music all day, as well as full food concessions, beer tent and many games for the whole family. No carry-ins allowed. For more information call Kathy at 906-356-6203.
5K Run/Walk – Rock – September 4th
The "Rock 5K Run/Walk for Relay" and it is going to be held on Saturday, Sept. 4 at 8 AM in Rock. Registration and staging will be in the Rock Lions Club Parking lot and the race will finish at the Rock baseball field just before the Rock Labor Day Parade begins. Registration is $20. For more information, call Becky at 906.630.3338.
Mackinac Bridge Walk - Marquette - September 6th
We will depart from Marquette around 5:30 am on Monday, September 6th, stop on the way for breakfast, walk the bridge, then stop on the way back to Marquette for dinner. Weather permitting we may also stop along Lake Michigan on the return trip for a short swim. Please contact nct@northcountrytrail.org or 906-226-6210 if you are interested in participating so we can plan carpooling. Be prepared to share in the cost of gas.
Book Group Meeting – Marquette – September 7th
The Peter White Library Book Group will meet at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 7th in the Dandelion Cottage Room at the
library to discuss The Help by Kathryn Stockett. New members are welcome. For more information, please call Caroline at
906-226-4312.
Farmers’ Market – Manistique – September 8th
There will be a Farmers’ Market Wednesday, September 8th from 4 – 6 PM at the Little Bear West Arena. For more information call 906-341-9561 or email kott@saulttribe.net.
Musical Auditions - Escanaba - September 8th & 9th
This year Bay College will be presenting a musical and comedy. The fall semester will produce the Tony Award winning musical, "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee". Bay will present the show in early November. Auditions are scheduled on campus September 8th & 9th. For more information, contact Dwyer at dwyerc@baycollege.edu.
Children’s Creativity Series – Marquette – September 9th
The Upper Peninsula Children's Museum will hold its next Creativity Series program the evening of Thursday, September 9. All area families are invited to come to the Children¹s Museum for lots of fun with a theme of "A Pajama Party!" Come have an evening of fun! The program for pre-school and elementary aged children and their caregivers will run from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. The event is free with admission or membership to the Museum. Thursday is also Dominos Pizza Night at the Museum so pizza can be ordered for an extra cost by calling ahead by 5:30 that evening. For more information call Jim at 906-226-3911.
Meetings – Gladstone – September 9th
The Gladstone Legion will hold a Legion Auxiliary meeting at 6:00 PM and a Sons of the American Legion meeting at 7:30 PM on Thursday, September 9th.
Book Babies – Marquette - September 9th
Book Babies, a lap-sit storytime for infants and toddlers, newborn to 24 months-old, is held Thursday, September 9 from 10:00-10:20 a.m. in the Peter White Public Library Children's Room. Join us for stories, songs, nursery rhymes, poetry and fun with other babies. All are welcome. Call 226-4323 for more information.
Closing Reception – Hancock – September 9th
A closing reception for Detroit artist Carole Harris is Thursday, September 9, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Finlandia University Gallery, in the Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock. Harris will present a lecture about her work at 7:15 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Please call 906-487-7500for more information.
End the Silence Walk - Escanaba - September 11th
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at Ludington Park. Opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. walk at 11 a.m. with brat fry, silent auction and small raffle. For more information visit, www.endthesilencewalk.com
Pheasant Hunting Workshop – Marquette – September 11th
A “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” pheasant hunting workshop will take place in the U.P. Saturday, Sept. 11 at the Black Duck Sporting Clays facility from 9 AM through 4:30 PM. Participants are asked to bring their own guns and ammo. Hunting guides, dogs and lunch will be provided. Some guns and ammo will also be available at the facility. The workshop registration fee is $75 and enrollment is limited. Registration forms are available online at www.michigan.gov/bow. Participants must be 18 or older and must have previous experience using a firearm. A small game license is also required and can be purchased for $15. The workshop will take place rain or shine. For more information, call Sharon at 906-228-6561 or email at pitzs@michigan.gov.
BBQ Dinner – Harvey – September 11th
A BBQ chicken and ribs dinner will be served at St. Louis the King in Harvey in the Gauthier Hall on Saturday, September 11th from 2:30 – 7:00 PM. Music will be provided by a disc-jockey. Dinners will be served with a buffet table. Dinner prices vary depending on what you order. Homemade desserts will be served as well.
Fair Trade Market – Marquette – September 11th & 12th
Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church will be holding a Fair Trade Market, Saturday September 11th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Sunday, September 12th from 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. This event will take place at 305 West Magnetic Street in Marquette. Stop in and shop. Unique gift ideas for yourself or someone else! Open to the public. Handicapped Accessible. For more information or future event dates, log on to www.MarquetteLutherans.org or call 1-906-225-1119.
Polka – Stephenson – September 12th
A polka with a live polka band, Gary Hauser and The Hot Shots will be held Sunday, September 12th at the Belgiumtown Restaurant from 1 – 5 PM. Tickets are $15/person, $25/couple, $40/family of 2 adults and 2 children, 14 and under are free. For more information call 906-753-4002.
Diabetic Support Meeting – Marquette – September 12th
A support group meeting for parents of children living with diabetes is planned for Sunday, September 12. This parent-only group will meet at Starbucks on US 41 in Marquette at 10:00 am. Parents will spend time getting to know each other, sharing thoughts, and discussing concerns in an informal setting. Families will also meet 6:00 pm on Thursday, September 16 at the YMCA in Marquette for a fun family evening of swimming and playing. Family Day Passes can be purchased at the YMCA for $10. For more information call Dana at 235-5481.
Readers Theater – Marquette – September 13th
It is back to Ancient Greece for Readers Theaterwith a reading of “The Birds” by Aristophanes on Monday, September 13 at 7:00 pm in the Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. For more information call 226-4318.
Meeting – Gladstone – September 13th
The Gladstone Legion will hold a meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, September 13th.
PWPL Storytellers – Marquette - September 13th
"The PWPL Storytellers," a program at Peter White Public Library, invites students in grades 4 through 8 to be part of a creative, dynamic story-drama troupe on alternate Mondays. The next meeting will be held Monday, September 13 from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. in the Children's Room. Participants will work on dramatic story skills and meet friends with similar interests. This fall's focus is Halloween stories to tell at the PWPL party on October 30, plays for young children by Kevin Henkes and Robert Munsch, stories from Haiti and more! Free. Runs through December 13. Call 226-4320 for more information.
Presentation - Marquette - September 14th
Chuck Delpierre, Negaunee Middle School science teacher will share his experiences with students on an overnight hiking trip on Tuesday, September 14th. A couple of students who have participated will also share their experience. 7:00 pm, Community Room, Peter White Public Library. A short business meeting will follow Chuck's presentation with the awarding of the 2010 Chapter Honor Award to our Trail Boss, Cliff Stammer. In addition, elections will be held for Vice President and an at-large Board of Directors member. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. There is no cost.
Taco Tuesday – Gladstone – September 14th
Beginning Tuesday September 14th the Gladstone Legion will resume serving up their popular tacos every Tuesday for “Taco Tuesdays”. Serving from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm , both hard and soft shell tacos. Cost is $1.25 per taco with all the fixings. Also serving Nachos for $2.00 and Nachos Supreme for $3.50. The public is cordially invited.
Java With Jim – Escanaba – September 15th
Join City of Escanaba Manager, Jim O’Toole for coffee and conversation at Schooner Café, 1301 Ludington Street on September 15th from 8:30 – 9:30 am.
Farmers’ Market – Manistique – September 15th
There will be a Farmers’ Market Wednesday, September 15th from 4 – 6 PM at the Little Bear West Arena. For more information call 906-341-9561 or email kott@saulttribe.net.
CUP Meeting – Marquette – September 15th
Attend the September meeting of the CUP Chapter of the Sierra Club at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 15th at the
Wastewater Treatment Facility on US 41 on the south side of Marquette, near the Carp River and learn "What Happens After
the Flush?” Come get a tour of the facility, see what’s new, and get an idea of how wastewater is cleaned up before it is sent
back to the lake. For more information, call John at 906-228-3617.
Presentation – Sault Ste. Marie – September 15th
The Friends of the Escanaba Public Library are pleased to announce that former Sault Ste. Marie native Leon E. Hank will give a presentation on his book, “Proud Hunters Proud Yoopers”, at the Escanaba Library on Wednesday, Sept. 15 at 6:30 pm. For more information, call (906) 789-7323 or visit www.escanabalibrary.org.
Presentation – Marquette – September 15th
Join author R. A. Riekki and film producer Steven Wiig for a reading and discussion about their upcoming project based on Riekki’s book, “U.P.” on Wednesday, September 15 at 7:00 pm in the Peter White Public Library Community Room. Local residents interested in writing, film making, and the film project, which will be shot on location here in the Upper Peninsula, are invited to attend. Following the program there will be time for questions, a book sale and signing and a chance to meet the presenters.There is no admission charge to attend the program. For more information, visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.
Meeting – Marquette - September 15th
The Young Authors Steering Committee meets Wednesday, September 15 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. in the Peter White Public Library Community Room. Call 226-4323 for more information.
Concert – Marquette – September 16th
Local songwriter and troubadour, Michael Waite performs in concert on Thursday, September 16 at 7:00 pm in the Peter White Public Library Community Room. No stranger to the Marquette community, Waite sings his own original compositions accompanying himself on the guitar and banjo with a musical style described as free folk influenced by rock, country, jazz and calypso. He will be joined on stage by his wife and ballet dancer, Erica, whose various dance forms bring an astonishing visual element to the program. The concert is open to the public with no admission charge For more information visit www.pwpl.info or call 226-4318.
Classic Films – Marquette – September 17th
Afternoon Classic Films presents a screening of “All About Eve” starring Bette Davis, Anne Baxter and Celeste Holmon Friday, September 17 at 1:30 pm in the Peter White Public Library Community Room. The film is shown in black and white and runs for 138 minutes. There is no admission charge. For more information, visit www.pwpl.info or call 906-226-4318.
Rock Show – Marquette – September 18th
Muskallonge Lake State Park will host the third annual Rock On with Lake Superior Agates Rock Show on Saturday, Sept. 18, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Muskallonge Lake State Park is located approximately 28 miles northwest of Newberry on Luce County Road 407. Camping reservations can be made online at www.midnrreservations.com, or by calling 800-447-2757.For more information call 906-658-3338.
Hike - Ishpeming - September 19th
The North country Trail Hikers will celebrate the start of the fall color season and completion of our summer trail maintenance with a picnic at Al Quaal Recreation Area in Ishpeming on Sunday, September 19th. Expect to eat from about 1 PM on. Bring your kayaks, canoes, and hiking footwear for excursions on Teal Lake or on the Al Quaal trails before or after. The public is welcome. Bring your own food and drinks. For more information, call Jan at 906-225-1295 or 906-360-3376.
Breakfast – Gladstone – September 19th
The community is invited to breakfast at the Gladstone Legion from 9:00 am to 12:00PM on Sunday, September 19th when they will be serving all your favorites including: scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, hash browns, biscuits and gravy, toast, juice, and coffee. Cost is $6.00 per adult/$3.00 children under 10 years old.
Financial Peace Course – Gladstone – September 20th
Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University is being offered at Grace Church in Gladstone. The 13 week course begins Monday, September 20 at 6:00 P.M. For more information or to sign up, visit www.daveramsey.com and click on Financial Peace anytime. Evenings call Van at 906-399-2674 or Michelle at 906-399-2673.
Taco Tuesday – Gladstone – September 21st
On Tuesday September 21st the Gladstone Legion will serve up their popular tacos for “Taco Tuesdays”. Serving from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm , both hard and soft shell tacos. Cost is $1.25 per taco with all the fixings. Also serving Nachos for $2.00 and Nachos Supreme for $3.50. The public is cordially invited.
Farmers’ Market – Manistique – September 22nd
There will be a Farmers’ Market Wednesday, September 22nd from 4 – 6 PM at the Little Bear West Arena. For more information call 906-341-9561 or email kott@saulttribe.net.
Business Book Study – Marquette – September 22nd
Discussion leader Dar Shepherd, entrepreneur and business coach, hosts a discussion group focusing on the small business classic “The E Myth Revisited” by Michael Gerber. The group meetings begin on Wednesday, September 22 at 7:00 pm in the Peter White Public Library’s Lions Room. Books are available at local book stores or for loan through your local library. No registration is required to attend. For more information, visit www.pwpl.info or call the library at 226-4318.
2010 Memory Walk – Marquette – September 25th
The 2010 Memory Walk in Marquette County will be held Saturday, September 25th at Presque Isle in Marquette. For more information or to find a walk in your area visit www.alz.org or call 906-228-3910.
CUP Monthly Clean-up – Marquette – September 25th
Join the CUP Chapter of the Sierra Club for its monthly cleanup of the Little Presque Isle tract on Saturday, September 25th.
Meet at 10 a.m. in the Little Presque Isle parking lot for the usual cleanup which takes about 2 hours. Cleanup after the
Superior Shore run will take place in the afternoon. Contact Dave, 906-228-9453 or John, 906-228-3617.
Water Sentinels’ Water Sampling – Marquette – September 26th
Join the Water Sentinels’ water sampling on the streams of the Yellow Dog Plains on Sunday, September 26th. Meet at 10
a.m. at the Huron Mountain Realty in Big Bay. Bring lunch. We usually get back to Big Bay about 5 p.m. Contact Dave,
906-228-9453 or John, 906-228-3617 for more information.
Taco Tuesday – Gladstone – September 28th
On Tuesday, September 28th the Gladstone Legion will serve up their popular tacos for “Taco Tuesdays”. Serving from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm , both hard and soft shell tacos. Cost is $1.25 per taco with all the fixings. Also serving Nachos for $2.00 and Nachos Supreme for $3.50. The public is cordially invited.
Steak Dinner – Gladstone – September 30th
Gladstone Legion Grills up Steaks from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, September 30th. The public is cordially invited to enjoy a fillet mignon steak dinner including baked potato, salad, roll, dessert, and beverage all for only $12.00.
Business Book Study – Marquette – September 30th
Discussion leader Dar Shepherd, entrepreneur and business coach, hosts a discussion group focusing on the small business classic “The E Myth Revisited” by Michael Gerber. The group meetings begin on Thursday, September 30th at 7:00 pm in the Peter White Public Library’s Lions Room. Books are available at local book stores or for loan through your local library. No registration is required to attend. For more information, visit www.pwpl.info or call the library at 226-4318.
Business Book Study – Marquette – October 13th
Discussion leader Dar Shepherd, entrepreneur and business coach, hosts a discussion group focusing on the small business classic “The E Myth Revisited” by Michael Gerber. The group meetings begin on Wednesday, October 13th at 7:00 pm in the Peter White Public Library’s Lions Room. Books are available at local book stores or for loan through your local library. No registration is required to attend. For more information, visit www.pwpl.info or call the library at 226-4318.
Business Book Study – Marquette – October 20th
Discussion leader Dar Shepherd, entrepreneur and business coach, hosts a discussion group focusing on the small business classic “The E Myth Revisited” by Michael Gerber. The group meetings begin on Wednesday, October 20th at 7:00 pm in the Peter White Public Library’s Lions Room. Books are available at local book stores or for loan through your local library. No registration is required to attend. For more information, visit www.pwpl.info or call the library at 226-4318.
