Good morning, Marquette.

The 50th Marquette Kennel Club dog show is underway this weekend with over 350 dogs, including Yanni, competing in different events—handlers and owners come from many states and countries to participate.

The event focuses on friendly competition and showcases a variety of breeds and training skills.

Member registration is open for fall programming at the David and Thu Brulé YMCA of Marquette County, offering gymnastics, homeschool gymnastics, a mix-it-up sports class for kids ages three to six, Family Flow yoga, Fit club and swim lessons.

The first session will start the week of Sept 15, and non-members will be able to register on Monday — ensuring a smooth schedule for the upcoming season.

Marquette food pantries are stocked and ready to serve students, families and other residents as the school year begins.

St. Vincent De Paul and the Salvation Army reported serving hundreds of people each month—a 20% increase—and ask donors to call for needed food items.

A Marquette startup Syncurrent was named one of the inaugural AI 50 award winners by the Center for Public Sector AI—its AI platform quickly helps local and tribal governments find funding opportunities.

The company serves about 160 governments and will expand its work while remaining in Marquette.

Today, a new version of Geoff and Jon's Record Show and Sale takes place at Blackrocks Brewery on 3rd Street and runs from noon until 11:00 p.m.—the event is part of the Endless Summer Festival that features thousands of vinyl records, CDs and cassettes along with music, art, food and beer.

Northern Michigan University Theatre and Dance will host its annual Wildcat Theatre Follies next week on campus with freshmen and sophomores performing songs, scenes, monologues and dance pieces at the Panowski Black Box Theatre from September 4th to 6th.

An extra sensory-friendly matinee is scheduled on Saturday at 1 p.m.

A new exhibit opened at Lake Effect Community Arts on South Cedar Street on Friday, August 29.

The show—featuring printmaking and ceramics from nine local artists—is free to view until September 28.

The state House passed a budget that stops funding for creative programs and cuts over five billion dollars from arts support, ending grants from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council.

Lawmakers must agree on a new budget by October 1st (to stop a shutdown) as Upper Peninsula groups say the cuts will hurt jobs (and local arts programs).

Debra Hautala Wahlberg was first diagnosed with cancer at age fifteen and has faced more than eight diagnoses since then.

She continues to fight with joy and support from her husband and community and wrote a book—Living in Triumph: Victory over Fear—about her battle.

Pigeon Hill Tap Night

6-9 p.m. — Stucko's Pub & Grill — Cost unknown — Celebrate great beer from Pigeon Hill Brewing while enjoying good company.

Live Music Night with Babe Report, 44Acres, and Bimbo

8-11 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $5 Cover — Experience a vibrant music night featuring local bands in a beloved brewery setting.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection

3-7 p.m. — Marquette County Solid Waste Management Authority — Free drop-off — Safely dispose of hazardous waste and contribute to environmental protection efforts.

Anna p.s. Concert at Drifa Brewing

6 PM – 12 AM — Drífa Brewing Company — $10 cover charge — Enjoy live Indie Folk music from Anna p.s. as they showcase their latest album.

The Go Rounds Live Concert

8 PM – 2 AM — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $15 Student / $18 General Admission — Experience the mind-bending sounds of The Go Rounds blending indie, psych-pop, and twang-rock.

Blackrocks Oktoberfest Celebration

4 PM – 3 AM — 424 N 3rd St, Marquette, MI — Free entry — Celebrate Oktoberfest with German music, food vendors, and stein competitions while dressed in traditional attire.

Grateful Dead Tribute Sunday Funday

3-5 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $10 Admission — Enjoy a lively afternoon with Another One performing classic Grateful Dead tunes and great craft beer.

HA-HA-Harvest Fest

8-10:30 p.m. — Ore Dock Brewing Co. — $20 — Enjoy a night of laughter with headliner Adam Burke and feature Sonal Aggarwal at this comedy fest.

Queen City Trailblazers

5:00-5:45 p.m. — Forestville Trailhead and Tourist Park Campground Trailhead — Cost varies — Kids K-5th can learn trail running basics in this fun and safe program led by experienced coaches.