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Northcentral Region
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June 3 Deerbrook - Jake Lake Crazy Eights Mountain Bike Race
June 3 Minocqua - June Bloom Arts & Crafts Show
June 3 Hurley - Craft & Vendor Show
June 3-4 Free Fishing Weekend in Wisconsin
June 5 Merrill - Chamber Golf Classic
June 6 Rhinelander - Yoga in the Garden
June 7 Wausau - Concerts on the Square begin
June 8 Manitowish Waters - Discovery Center Gala
June 9-10 Eagle River - Up North Beer Fest
June 9-11 Antigo - AMSOIL Championship Off-Road Series Race
June 9-11 Merrill - Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo
June 10 Antigo - Party on 5th Ave
June 10 Rhinelander - Art Fair on the Hodag Park Lawn
June 10 Rhinelander - Car Show on Brown Street
June 10 Sayner - Plum 8 Barefoot and Swivel Showdown
June 10 Sayner - InSayner Adventure Mountain Bike & E-Bike Race
June 10 St. Germain - Walk in the Woods Art Fair
June 10 Mercer - Lupine Junefest Bike Tour, Carow Park
June 14 Boulder Junction - Music on Main
June 16 Manitowish Waters - Night Market
June 16 Minocqua - Island City Wine Walk
June 16 & 17 Minocqua - Antique & Classic Boat Show
Make the Minocqua Museum a ‘Must Visit’ on Your Summer ‘To Do’ List
MINOCQUA - The Minocqua Museum in Minocqua is a hidden gem that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the Northwoods region. The museum was founded in 1970 by the Minocqua Historical Society and is dedicated to preserving the history of the area and educating the community and visitors about the unique aspects of the region’s past.
Inside the museum, visitors will find a diverse collection of artifacts, exhibits, and displays that showcase the natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and historic significance of the Northwoods. One of the museum’s standout exhibits pays tribute to the flourishing logging industry that once dominated the region. Visitors can explore a replica lumber camp, complete with tools, equipment, and clothing that would have been used by the loggers.
Another exhibit focuses on the region’s rich Native American culture, including displays of intricate beadwork, traditional crafts, and fascinating artifacts. Additionally, visitors can see exhibits dedicated to the history of Minocqua itself, including old photographs, documents, and memorabilia that capture the spirit of the town as it once was.
June 16 & 17 Phillips- Czech-Slovak Festival
June16-18 Gilman - June Dairy Days
June 16-18 Manitowish Waters - Solstice Festival
June 17 Eagle River - Sip & Shop Wine Walk
June 22-24 Gleason - Northern Roundup Car Show
June 22 & 23 Phlox - 4th of July Celebration
June 23-25 Mercer - Open All Species Fishing Tournament
June 24-25 Wausau - Chalkfest
June 25 Conover - Taste of Conover
June 25 Presque Isle - Presque Isle Days
A visit to the Minocqua Museum is a must for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the rich history and culture of the Northwoods. The exhibits and artifacts offer visitors a unique view into the past and make it easy to understand why this charming town has captured the hearts of so many for so long. Stop by the museum at 503 Flambeau Street in downtown Minocqua. For updated information on hours and the featured summer exhibit, go to minocqua.org.
Join the Fun at the Lupine Junefest Bike Tour in Mercer
MERCER - Join the 17th annual Lupine Junefest Bike Tour in Mercer on Saturday, June 10. The excitement begins at the W. S. Carow Park in Mercer and runs from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Participants celebrate the blooming of the Lupine Wild Flower in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin!
Race organizers have mapped out several scenic routes, including 10-mile, 28-mile and 50-mile road rides and a pick-your-distance trail ride that will take bicyclists on paved roads through rolling hills and past lakes, rivers, forests, wildlife and miles of blooming lupines throughout the southern part of Iron County.
Ready to join this ride? Registration begins at 6:30 a.m. with a group ride starting at 8:00 a.m. The $40 registration fee includes a t-shirt, goodie bag, snacks, lunch coupon, water and SAG vehicle support. There’s also an early packet pick-up from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 9th at Carow Park where you can discuss the bike routes and get acquainted with event organizers and fellow riders.
After the ride, enjoy lunch and drinks from the concession stand as you listen to live music with a beautiful view overlooking Grand Portage Lake.
More information is available at mercerbybike.com.
