Peter White Public Library March Programs

Peter White Public Library has released their full schedule of events and programming for the month of March which you can find below or on their website, under the ‘event calendar’

PWPL March 2026 Schedule

Coming up:
Toddler Storytime
Mondays & Thursdays March (2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26), 2026. 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. For children 18 to 36 months with a loving adult, siblings welcome. Stories and songs to engage the curious mind and wiggly body, followed by sensory play activities. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info. Craft

Magic Series: Punch Needle Magic with Lydia Taylor
Monday, March 2, 2026, 6:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Teens, Family, Adults, Seniors. Join fiber artist Lydia Taylor for a Beginner Punch Needle Workshop. Learn basic punch needle skills and leave with your very own handmade punch needle project. Starter kits provided. Space is limited to ten participants, so register early. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays & Fridays March (3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27), 2026. 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Preschool age children. Stories, songs, finger-plays, crafts and other school-readiness activities for preschool age children and a loving adult. Siblings welcome. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Yarn Spinners
Tuesday, March 3, 2026. 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Youth of all ages and skill levels are invited to cozy up and work on their crochet, knit and weaving skills! Once a month, youth can come to work on creations from home or work on a new pattern with fellow yarn spinners. Some tools and yarn will be provided, and parents are encouraged to attend with their kids to work on projects of their own. Drop-in program; staff will help kids with patterns when able. No admission charge. Children under 8 must have an adult present. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Meditate Marquette
Tuesdays, March (3, 10, 17, 24, 31) 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Heritage Room. Mediate Marquette and PWPL have collaborated to offer a weekly, in-person mindfulness meditation program. The sessions begin at 6:00 pm followed by a period of fellowship. Dr. Debra Smith, a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher and psychologist, will deliver brief talks exploring various aspects of meditation and its impact on our lives. These talks will take place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, while longer meditation sessions are scheduled for the remaining Tuesdays. All individuals, regardless of skill level or spiritual affiliation, are welcome to attend. For further information, please contact meditatemarquette@gmail.com or call 906-226-4303.

Baby Storytime
Wednesdays, March (4, 11, 18, 25), 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 www.pwpl.info.

Books & Banter Book Group
Wednesday, March 4, 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 February 4th will be ANTIDOTE by Karen Russell. Please call 906-226-4311 or visit www.pwpl.info/news-events/book-groups with questions.

Director Chat
Wednesday, March 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. – 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 www.pwpl.info.
Home School Chapter Book Discussion Wednesday, March 4, 2026. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 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 The Okay Witch by Emma Steinkellner. 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 www.pwpl.info, or find Peter White Public Library Teen Services on Instagram or Facebook

Teens Cook!
Wednesday, March 4, 2026: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to register for a cooking class at the Marquette Food Coop. We will be making Italian Risotto and Green Salad- This class will be gluten free and vegetarian. 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 www.pwpl.info.

U.P. Poet Laureate Reading: Beverly Matherne & Jesse Koenig
Wednesday, March 4, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors. Join PWPL in a celebration of the newly named 2026/2027 U.P. Poet Laureate, Jesse Koenig. Beverly Matherne, 2024/2025 U.P. Poet Laureate, and Jesse will team up for an evening of poetic conversation and work. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Pokémon Trading and Gaming
Thursdays, March (5, 26), 2026. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Makerspace. Youth of all ages who are interested in Pokémon card trading and gaming are invited to our new monthly Pokémon Trading & Gaming Sessions. Kids who attend will be able to trade & play the card game with other kids. Please note that staff do not know how to play the game, so it is not guaranteed that gaming will always happen. If your child has a friend they like to game with, come together! Kids will also be able to spend time with other Pokémon fans, chatting about Pokémon and looking through their cards. 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! See our events calendar for full event details regarding trading. Children under the age of 8 will need an adult to stay in the kids room during the event. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Northwords and Music: Spring Odyssey
Thursday, March 5, 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.

LEGO Club.
Fridays March (6, 20, 27), 2026. 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Meet other LEGO enthusiasts and build LEGO projects with the library’s LEGO blocks. Family friendly, children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Cultivating Care, Compassion, and Connection
Fridays, March (6, 13, 20, 27) 2026. Noon – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library, Heritage Room. In partnership with several area organizations, this hour-long event offers a safe space to
pause, reflect, and build meaningful connections with others who are committed to cultivating kindness in our world. Each week, a different organization takes the lead, with experienced educators and leaders facilitating. This rotating format ensures diverse perspectives and practices while maintaining a shared commitment to the Charter for Compassion and the Circle of Trust principles. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Meditate Marquette Presents: A Year of Mindful Living
Saturday, March 7, 2026. 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Peter White Public Library, George Shiras III Room. Four mindfulness meditation and yoga teachers invite you to engage in a year of mindful living. Each month, one of the teachers will present a topic that addresses the different dimensions where we can practice mindfulness and presence. The intent is for us to cultivate mindfulness, care, and well-being individually and in our love, business, and social relationships. These are drop-in sessions, although committing to a full year is a way to build a consistent mindfulness practice. For more information and to check on the status of the program, call 906-226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Saturday Storytime
Saturdays, March (7, 14, 21, 28), 2026. 11:00 a.m. – 11:30 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 www.pwpl.info.

Dreamcatcher Workshop
Saturday, March 7, 2026. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family. Join facilitator Sue Smart for a Dreamcatcher Workshop. Smart will teach participants how to create their very own traditional dreamcatchers. All supplies will be provided, and Indigenous foods will be available to sample. Registration is required, as space is limited to 70 participants. For more information or to register for the workshop, visit pwpl.info or contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info.

CRP Dinner & a Movie Block Busting Cinema: The Danish Girl
Monday, March 9, 2026. 5:30 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors. Bring your dinner, sit down, and enjoy this sensitive 2015 film inspired by the lives to two Danish painters. Alicia Vikander won an Oscar for her portrayal of Gerde Wegener, the wife of Lili Elbe (Eddie Redmayne in an Oscar-nominated performance), who was one of the first recipients of gender reassignment surgery. Rated R. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Tasty Reads Book Group
Tuesday, March 10, 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 Be Ready When Luck Happens: A Memoir by Ina Garten. No admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4303 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Muggles for Potter
Tuesday, March 10, 2026. 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. All young wizards in 3rd-6th grade welcome. Delve deeper into the deep dark corners of Hogwarts and make Aragog a special home to keep him safe! And in case the Whopping Willow broke your wand, make a new wand. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Writers on Writing
Tuesday, March 10, 2026. 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. In this new programming series, seasoned published authors of various genres lead participants through writing exercises and workshops to hone their writerly talents. March’s Writer: Natalie Colby and Sara Daniels. Explore place-based writing, using your genre of choice (poetry, creative nonfiction, or fiction). Space is limited to 15 participants, so register early. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

unTITLEd Teens
Wednesday, March 11, 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 local felting artist Jody Trost will be here to teach teens how to needle felt. 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 www.pwpl.info.

School’s Out, Library’s In: Drop-In LEGO
Thursday, March 12, 2026. 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Room. Kids of all ages are welcome to come and hang out at the library during this MAPS half-day! Come read, check out materials, play and drop-in for some special half-day activities! It’s going to be a LEGO all day with LEGO building challenges in the Great Room and LEGO Stamping in the Makerspace. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Marquette Poets Circle
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Heritage 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.

CRP Docu Cinema: Stonewall Uprising
Friday, March 13, 2026. 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Shiras Room. Adults, Seniors. In conjunction with NMU’s Common Reader Program, PWPL screens this documentary detailing the events surrounding June 28, 1969, that kicked off the modern gay civil rights movement. Rated R. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

School’s Out, Library’s In: Drop-In LEGO
Friday, March 13, 2026. 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Room. Kids of all ages are welcome to come and hang out at the library during this MAPS half-day! Come read, check out materials, play and drop-in for some special half-day activities! In case you missed Thursday or didn’t get enough LEGO time in – we are doubling down with a second LEGO all day! There will be LEGO building challenges in the Great Room and LEGO Stamping in the Makerspace. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Repair Cafe
Saturday, March 14, 2026. 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Huron Mountain Club Gallery. 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.

School’s Out, Library’s In: “How To Train Your Dragon”
Monday, March 16, 2026. 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Room. Kids of all ages are welcome to come and hang out at the library during this full no MAPS school day! Come read, check out materials, play and drop-in for some dragonly hijinks and fun. From 12-5pm there will be drop-in games in the Great Room, Sheep Toss and an Obstacle Course, and a Dragon craft in the Makerspace. The live action film “How to Train Your Dragon” will begin at 12:45 in the Community Room, popcorn provided. During the film kids will be able to make a Viking name necklace craft. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Kulishek Lecture Series: Maazhi-Aakoziwin Nimisading Miinwaa Ingondashkwaying (A Bad Illness in My Stomach and Throat).
Monday, March 16, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Dr. Martin Reinhardt will share a brief overview of his experience with esophageal cancer and how he incorporated both traditional Anishinaabe medicine and Western medicine into his treatment. Included are performances of poetry and songs he wrote during this period of his life. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

PWPL Board of Trustees Meeting
Tuesday, March 17, 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, materials, and remote attendance link are available on the library’s website: www.pwpl.info. For more information call 906-226-4303.

Jigs & Reels: Jeff Krebs & Troy Graham in Concert
Wednesday, March 18, 2026. 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Family Friendly. Just in time for Saint Patrick’s Day, join musician Jeff Krebs and Troy Graham for a Celtic concert that will have you kissing the Blarney Stone! For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

¡Hola Español! – Spanish Club
Thursday, March 19, 2026. 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Join us for a fun and interactive introduction into the Spanish language and the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries! Kids will learn basic Spanish vocabulary through games, stories, and hands-on activities. Open to kids in Kindergarten through 6th grade. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

CRP Global Cinema: Chile’s A Fantastic Woman
Friday, March 20, 2026. 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Adults, Seniors, Teens. This Oscar-winning film focuses on the joys, loves, and struggles of a trans woman (Marina) living in Santiago, Chile. Rated R. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Art with Ella
Saturday, March 21, 2026. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Great Room. Join NMU Art Education major Ella and create art! Kids of all ages are welcome – the techniques used will be adaptable for kids of all ages and abilities. All supplies provided, drop-in program. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

CRP All Booked Up: Can We Talk?
Monday, March 23, 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: Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson by Tourmaline. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

CRP All Booked Up: On Air
Wednesday, March 25, 2026. 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. WLUC TV 6 Studios. Adults, Teens, Seniors. Join Upper Michigan Today’s John Redfield, along with PWPL staff, for an on-air, in-person book discussion. This month’s book: Marsha: The Joy and Defiance of Marsha P. Johnson by: Tourmaline. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

Home School Chapter Book Discussion
Wednesday, March 25, 2026. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 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 Pocket Bear by Katherine Applegate. 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 www.pwpl.info, or find Peter White Public Library Teen Services on Instagram or Facebook

Family Day & Family Night at Peter White : Animals!
Wednesday March 25, 2026. Family Day 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Family Night 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Peter White Public Library Youth Services Room. Families with youth of all ages, welcome to our brand-new monthly family themed drop-in library days! This month it’s all about animals! There will be animal-themed stations with activities for kids of varying ages and families to interact with and explore together. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Adult Nonfiction Book Group
Wednesday, March 25, 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 (which is also the Great Michigan Read this year) Everything I Learned, I Learned in a Chinese Restaurant by Curtis Chin. No registration or admission charge. For more information call 906-226-4311 or email refdesk@pwpl.info.

Dungeons and Dragons @ PWPL
Wednesday, March 25, 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. 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 www.pwpl.info.

Game Days @ PWPL
Thursday, March 26, 2026. All day. Drop in anytime and join the fun! We will have a selection of card games for patrons to play. Games will be out in the Huron Mountain Gallery and the second floor for all. Youth Services will have games out for youth. Enjoy free coffee and hot tea throughout the day. Bring your friends or make some new ones!! No registration or admission charge. For more information, call 906-226-4321 or email apierce@pwpl.info.

Spring Break Family Storytime
Tuesday, March 31, 2026. 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Peter White Public Library Community Room. Join Miss Sarah for a special family storytime during MAPS spring break! Families with children of all ages will enjoy this storytime with interactive stories, songs, and more. There will be springtime flowers airdry clay craft available following storytime. Children under the age of 8 must have an adult in the program with them. No admission charge. For more information and to check the status of the program, call 906-226-4323 or visit www.pwpl.info.

Bluesday Tuesday Concert
Tuesday, March 31, 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: Flat Broke Blues Band. No admission charge. For more information, contact Marty at 226-4322, machatz@pwpl.info, or visit pwpl.info.

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