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Transition reading group to meet

MARQUETTE — The Transition Marquette County Reading Group will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Dandelion Cottage Room of Peter White Public Library to discuss “The Sea Around Us” by Rachel Carson.

It is not her most famous book, many people think it is the most moving. Some of the science is a little outdated, but the thoughts and images are as moving as when she wrote them.

Before writing “Silent Spring,” Carson thought of herself as “a poet of the sea.” Published in 1951, this book won the National Book Aware and was on the New York Times Best Seller list for a record-setting 86 weeks.

Everyone is welcome to join us for this conversation. Valentine refreshments will be offered. For more information, call Charlie at 226-3314 or email mqtchaz@gmail.com.

UPAWS adoption event on tap

MARQUETTE — Love is in the air and the Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter is playing matchmaker.

Visit UPAWS from noon to 6:30 p.m. Thursday to meet adoptable cats, dogs and little critters and adopt your very own furry Valentine.

mBank is sponsoring all these adoptions. All animals are spayed or neutered, up-to-date on health vaccinations, microchipped and health checked.

This event is taking place at UPAWS new shelter, 815 South State Highway M-553, Gwinn.

For more information, visit upaws.org or call 906-475-6661.

MRHC adventure Saturday

MARQUETTE — Museum After Dark: A Museum Adventure is planned from 7-9:30 p.m. Saturday at the Marquette Regional History Center.

A press release from MRHC states: “An exciting, mysterious museum adventure! Encounter historical figures, see rare artifacts and hunt for others. This is your chance to see the exhibits come to life after dark. Enjoy hands-on activities, snacks, and surprises. For ages 7 and up.”

Advance ticket purchase recommended and on sale now and will also be available at the door. Tickets are $9 for 18 and under, $5 for adults.

MRHC is at 145 W. Spring St., Marquette.

For more information, call 906-226-3571 or visit marquettehistory.org.

Chili challenge coming to NMU

MARQUETTE — Northern Michigan University’s Hospitality Club will present the Memorial Chili Challenge from 1-3:30 p.m. Sunday at the Jacobetti Complex. Admission is $5 for students and children and $10 for the general public.

There will be door prizes, with additional chances to win for those who bring non-perishable items. The Hospitality Club is also seeking professional and amateur competitors to participate. Awards will be presented for Best Use of Heat, Most Original and People’s Choice.

“The NMU Hospitality Club, formerly known as the Culinary Students of NMU, has been planning Memorial Chili Challenges for around 20 years,” said Olivia Johnson, president of the Hospitality Club, in a press release. “This event was created to honor chefs and students who supported the NMU hospitality program throughout the years and have passed on. This chili challenge has brought the NMU and Marquette communities closer together and the event has supported local non-profit organizations. The NMU Memorial Chili Challenge also helps the club members strengthen their skills in the hospitality industry, such as contacting vendors, asking for donations, setting up events and much more.”

The event proceeds will be given to Room at the Inn, a local organization that offers food and shelter to the homeless population in Marquette.

For more information or to enter as a competitor, visit the official NMU Hospitality Club Facebook page.

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