Mar 19 Tuesday
SPECIAL EXHIBIT at the Marquette Regional History CenterCONSUMER CO-OPERATIVES IN THE CENTRALUPPER PENINSULA: A MIDDLE WAYJANUARY 29 – APRIL 27The central Upper Peninsula (Marquette, Alger, Delta, and Dickinson Counties), has an extensive history of organizing consumer co-operatives, dating back to the late 1880s. This exhibit outlines how coops were involved in more than just selling goods. They have been active in local politics, aiding strikers, advocating for food safety, supporting immigrants, fostering communities, and fighting against other injustices faced by the working class. Co-ops offered an option between traditional capitalist stores and a socialized economy. View artifact and learn about co-ops. Call 906.226.3571 for more info or visit marquettehistory.org
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Thursday, January 18, at 6 p.m. - Join us for the opening reception with artists’ talks.
The UP Focus features artists living and working in or inspired by the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The 2024 exhibition features two artists connected to the Copper Country — multi-media artist Catherine Benda and painter Carrie Flaspohler Vander Veen.
Carrie Flaspohler Vander Veen works in gouache paint. She received her BS in architecture from the University of Michigan and her MFA in painting from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is the Curator/Director of Finlandia Art Gallery in Hancock, Michigan.
Catherine Benda is a multi-media artist working in paint, thread, and paper. She received her BFA from Central Michigan University in painting and drawing. Benda lives and works in Marquette, Michigan, and spent over forty years residing on the shores of Lake Superior.
Kids in grades 3-8 are invited to play a variety of video and board games at this monthly program. Please note, this program is at our North Dickinson Branch which is located in the North Dickinson School, all are welcome!
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The Dickinson County Library helps the community find its story. All programs are free of charge, and you do not need to be a resident of Dickinson County or have a library card to attend. For more information, please visit our website at www.dcl-lib.org!
This drop-in program is designed for patrons in Grade 5 and up that are currently battling cancer, are survivors of cancer, and for those that are/have been caregivers (includes family, friends, medical persons, etc.). Each month a craft will be available for attendees to do if they wish; March will be lightbulb suncatchers. This is also a safe space to share experiences and meet others.
Lenten Fish Frys at St. Louis the KingFebruary 23, March 8 and March 224:30pm - 7:00pm$12 single / $35 FamilyFish: Baked or FriedPotatoes: Baked or French FriedMac-n-cheese, Cole Slaw, Dessert, Drinks
Join ecologist Chris Burnett on a photographic field trip exploring the meadow, orchard, creek, and woodland ecosystems of his Chocolay Township homestead. Get a close look at some familiar and little-known species of these habitats and learn some of the photographic techniques Chris uses to capture their essence. This presentation, sponsored by the Lake Superior Art Association, will appeal to nature lovers, artists, and photographers of all levels. Come prepared to view some stunning photography and pick up tips for enhancing your camera skills. Chris is the real deal when it comes to ecosystems. In addition to serving as the Conservation District Forester for Alger and Marquette Counties, Chris has worked with the Upper Peninsula Resource Conservation and Development Council, the Forester Stewardship Council, and the Upper Peninsula Land Conservancy. His photographs have stories to tell about strange and beautiful species, their habitats, and managing land to maintain biodiversity. Tuesday, March 19 6:30 PM MACC Studio Peter White Public Library.
Mar 20 Wednesday
Join us for this play dough club that provides guided and independent activities such as letter formation, shape identification, and more for kids ages 3-5. Playing with play dough is a great activity to build fine motor skills and encourages children’s language and literacy, science, and math skills all at the same time. No registration required.