fall & winter 2015
to central and north central Wisconsin
WHERE TO GO AND WHAT TO DO FROM OCTOBER 2015 TO APRIL 2016 A PRODUCT OF GANNETT WISCONSIN MEDIA
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fall & winter 2015
Garland City of the North Christmas Parade Main Street, Ashland
to central and north central Wisconsin
Don’t miss Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves at the climax of this old-fashioned hometown parade featuring marching bands and Christmas-themed floats. Start your holiday season off on a merry note and get your gift shopping done before the parade during Customer Appreciation Day. 800-284-9484 4:30 pm. www.visitashland.com
JANUARY 9
Ashland County
Northwoods Harness Club Sleigh & Cutter Rally Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center 29270 County Highway G, Ashland
The past comes alive during this picturesque winter treat as 1800s-era costumed drivers and passengers in antique sleighs are drawn by beautiful horses. Food served on grounds. Free admission. Starts at 1pm. www.visitashland.com
OCTOBER 22
Witches‘ Night Out Downtown Ashland, Ashland WHERE TO GO AND WHAT TO DO FROM OCTOBER 2015 TO APRIL 2016
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Stop and shop at participating downtown stores for fun Halloween treats, exciting specials, discounts, and a chance to register for the grand prize. List of participating stores to be determined. Bring your ghoulfriends for a spooktacular evening out on the town! 1-800-284-9484 4-7pm, www.visitashland.com
On the cover: Feb 5 - 7, 2016: 11th Annual LaBatt Blue/USA Hockey National Pond Hockey Championships, Chanticleer Inn, 1458 E Dollar Lake, Eagle River Public welcome to come watch this exciting tournament. 800-752-9193, www.chanticleerinn.com Photo submitted.
FEBRUARY 13
Book Across the Bay On the ice of Chequamegon Bay and Lake Superior, Ashland
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Oneida County...................................10
Clark County........................................4
Portage County..................................11
Iron County..........................................4
Price County......................................12
Langlade County.................................6
Taylor County.....................................13
Lincoln County.....................................7
Vilas County......................................14
Marathon County................................8
Wood County.....................................15
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NOVEMBER 7
Chick-uamegon Women’s 5K/10K Walk/Run Lake Superior Elementary School 111 Binsfield Rd, Ashland
Girls just wanna have fun and this special event for the ladies offers great prizes and awards. Bring the bling and win! Finishers each receive a tiara and medal. After the races, check out the Garland City Women’s Expo inside Lake Superior Elementary School. Starting at 10 a.m. and lasting until 4 p.m., the expo offers shopping, pampering, plenty of food and oodles of fun, along with free admission and door prizes. 1-800-284-9484 Starts at 10am, www.visitashland.com
Unique cross-country ski race and snowshoe trek across the frozen surface of Lake Superior at night by the light of the stars and over 1,000 candlelit luminaries. 10K course begins in Ashland at Maslowski Beach and ends in Washburn at Thompson’s West End Park where participants and visitors will find a heated tent with food, beverages, a bonfire and live music. 1-800-284-9484 Racing starts at 6pm. www.visitashland.com
FEBRUARY 20
King of the Bay Snowmobile Drag Races Maslowski Beach, Ashland
Held on the ice of Lake Superior’s Chequamegon Bay, this exciting event offers hot snowmobile racing action with 660-foot tracks on both shaved ice and groomed snow. Features raffle prizes, concessions and awards in more than 60 classes. 1-800-284-9484 Racing starts at 10:30 am. www.visitashland.com
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MARCH 5 - 6
29th Annual Ice-o-Rama Chequamegon Bay, Ashland
Ice fishing contest begins Saturday at 5 a.m., ends Sunday at noon. Participants can fish anywhere in Chequamegon Bay. $100 prizes for five categories of fish, plus cash prizes for 2nd and 3rd largest fish in each category. An additional five grand prizes will be drawn. Sponsored by North Wisconsin Rod & Gun Club. 715-685-9778 Fishing begins at 5 am. www.visitashland.com
MARCH 26
Ashland Easter Egg Hunt Ashland County Courthouse lawn 201 W Main Street, Ashland
Kids ages 2-6 will have fun finding more than 5,000 treat-filled eggs on the courthouse lawn. Easter Bunny will be on hand at 10:30 am for Pictures with the Bunny. 1-800-284-9484 Starts at 11am. www.visitashland.com
APRIL 15 - 17
WJJH Spring Home & Sport Show Bay Area Civic Center 320 4th Ave W, Ashland
The Annual WJJH Spring Home & Sport Show will take place at the Bay Area Civic Center in Ashland, featuring informational displays and demos of home and recreational products. 715-682-2727 Friday from 6-9 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm. www.visitashland.com
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JANUARY 16 - 30: Badger State Winter Games, Various cities in Wisconsin
The tradition continues with Wisconsin‘s premier amateur sporting event! Competitors from around Wisconsin and several other Midwest states will compete in various sports during this three weekend event. Events include: archery, curling, figure skating, Nordic skiing, and more! For more information and registration visit our website. Various please chek website for more details, 715-355-8788, info@badgerstategames.org, www.badgerstategames.org
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County OCTOBER 25
Annual Stanley - Boyd FFA Alumni Farm Toy & Craft Show Stanley Boyd High School, Stanley Boyd Annual farm toy and craft show 9am - 3pm. 715-313-0873. www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org
NOVEMBER 8
DECEMBER 5
Chicken and Polish sausage dinner served starting at 10:30 a.m. Bakery, silent auction, kids games, raffles. Door open at 10am. 715-644-5435 www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org
Free Family bingo begins at 1pm. www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org
Holy Family PCCW Annual Bazaar Holy Family Hall 136 E Third Ave, Stanley
Stanley Christmas Event Holy Family Hall 136 E 3rd Ave, Stanley
DECEMBER 19
Stanley Christmas is for Kids Stanley Theater 131 N Broadway, Stanley
DECEMBER 5
Holiday Festival Stanley Public Library 154 E 4th Ave, Stanley
Santa visit, entertainment, arts & crafts for kids, face painting, raffle, refreshments. Free. www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org
Free movie and Santa ‘s visit at Stanley Theater. www.clarkcountytourism-wi.org
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Iron
County OCTOBER 31
Ghouls Run 5k Run/Walk Ironwood Memorial Building, Ironwood
Join in the fun at the 3rd Annual Ghouls Run, 5k Run/ Walk. Festivities and starting line at the Ironwood Memorial Building. Halloween Theme - Costume Contest - Music - Games 6pm - 11pm. 906-364-7687
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If it’s Wisconsin Northwood’s Culture you would like to experience, then the “County of Trails� is right where you want to be with two museums, three schoolhouses, a 440 locomotive for you to see, libraries and movie theater, along with Antigo’s true gems like the Volm Theater, that offers a variety of entertainment or Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center and of course several parks and landmarks for you to enjoy. Speaking of Parks, be sure to check out Music in the Park every Monday and Thursdays during the summer located at the Antigo City Park Bandstand or once a month in Elcho and White Lake.
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For the outdoor enthusiast, Langlade County offers many exciting and refreshing outdoor adventures for people of all ages and experience levels! The Langlade County forest has over 130,000 acres providing countless hours of recreation opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers, ATV/UTVers, snowmobilers, cross country skiers, snowshoers, bird watchers, hunters, and many other outdoor activities. Langlade County has the perfect scenic trial or road just for you. Langlade County boasts 50 miles of the thousand-mile Ice Age Trail, which is divided into 5 segments. The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest covers the eastern portion of Langlade County and offers many opportunities of hiking. Just west of Antigo is the Ackley Wildlife Area where hikers have great opportunities to view waterfowl, deer, and an occasional bear. Veterans Memorial Park offers many miles of marked trails that feature a loop around an underdeveloped lake and arboretum with over 500 plant species. Looking for a little fast mode of viewing the Langlade County? Try the challenging single-track Nicolet Roche Mountain Bike Trail, located in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Other mountain bike opportunities in Langlade County are at Veterans Memorial Park, Gartzke Flowage, and Moccasin Lake Cross Country Ski Trail System. If road biking is more of your style, try any one of our county roads. They are the roads less traveled! An even faster way of viewing the scenic landscape of Langlade County is by ATV/UTVing or snowmobiling. Langlade County has over 90 miles of ATV/UTV trail connected by several scenic routes with six major parking areas. The ATV trails are located mostly on county owned land and some private property. ATV trails/routes connect to Lincoln, Oconto, Oneida and Forest Counties. This trail system is made possible by local ATV Clubs and the Langlade County. As for snowmobiling, Langlade County has over 530 miles of impeccable groomed snowmobile trails awaiting snow-lovers. Trails link numerous resorts, restaurants, taverns, and service stations. The extensive snowmobile trails system is made possible by the 11 local dedicated clubs and the gracious private landowners.
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If you are an outdoor winter person but don’t want to snowmobile, Langlade County has ďŹ ve cross-country ski trails totaling over 30 miles of traditional and skate skiing, three runs at Kettlebowl Downhill Ski Area, and three snowshoe trails.
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Fishing or hunting you say? With 842 natural lakes, 225 streams, 200 spring ponds, and over 130,000 of hunting acres, Langlade County provides unlimited hunting and ďŹ shing opportunities.
Don’t forget about horseback riding. There are countless miles of forest roads to explore by horseback and there are two trails designed speciďŹ cally for horseback riding in Langlade County. Stay awhile in Langlade County at one of our primitive or RV camping sites. Langlade County has four public campgrounds offering a host of amenities: Veterans Memorial Park located in the Langlade County Forest, Ada and Boulder Lake Campgrounds in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, and Lake Park located within the city limits of Antigo. If you want more rustic camping, the Langlade county Forest and Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest offer wilderness camping. Want more amenities? Langlade County has numerous hotels, resorts, and cabin rentals located throughout the county within minutes of your next adventure. From weekly Farm Markets to the annual Wolfman Triathlon to ice ďŹ shing tournaments, there’s fun around every corner just waiting for you to join in. So come and see for yourself why Langlade County, The County of Trails, is a must see and a must stay destination. Visit www.langladecounty.org to start planning a visit or move to Langlade County.
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If rafting or paddling is what you are looking for, then nothing beats whitewater rafting or whitewater kayaking in eastern Langlade County. The famous Wolf River is one of the best whitewater rivers in the Midwest! The Wolf River offers everything from quiet calm waters in the northern section to complex rapids in the southern sections or paddle any of the county lakes.
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dry land! You ‘ll see teams with bikes, scooters, carts, and dogs partnered with running mushers. Spectators are encouraged to visit with drivers and smooze with their dogs at their trucks too! Home cooked food service will be available at race site. Free admission and plenty of parking. Race managed by The Wisconsin Trailblazers Sled Dog Club. Sanctioned by The International Sled Dog Racing Association. 9am-3pm, 715-610-1947, langladecounty.org See more at: www.langladecounty. org/calendars/events_calendar/?i=742fad7b3f95&d1=a ll#sthash.xnBk7eu4.dpuf
Pickerel EMS Spaghetti Feed & Chili Dump will be on The Langlade County Snowmobile Association’s ride November 28, 2015 from 11:30 to 8:00 pm at Station 2. will be hosted by the Lily Sno-Birds on Saturday, 11:30am - 8pm. 715-484-3221. langladecounty.org January 30, 2016. The event will include raffles, games, & drawings with lunch and refreshments on site. All riders should meet at the Lily Sno-Birds Clubhouse. The DECEMBER 2 ride is sponsored by the Langlade County Snowmobile Antigo Christmas Parade Alliance. 12pm- 4pm. langladecounty.org City of Antigo - Downtown, Antigo
Dirty Dog Dryland Derby 2015 Ma-Ka-Ja-Wan Boy Scout Reservation W6500 Spring Lake Road, Pearson
Pickerel EMS Spaghetti Feed & Chili Dump Pickerel Volunteer Fire & Rescue Come experience the excitement of sled dog racing on Station 2, N9062 State Hwy 55, Pickerel
OCTOBER 31
Langlade County
If you are looking for Christmas Spirit, this is the place to go! The Antigo/Langlade County Chamber of Commerce, Antigo Optimist, and Kiwanis Club will host Antigo’s Christmas Parade! Businesses, organizations, and individuals are encouraged to participate by entering a float. 6:30 pm - 7 pm, langladecounty.org
Halloween Party and Dance in Lily Lily Sno-Bird Club House DECEMBER 5 W4505 Turtle Lake Road, Lily Fourth Annual Annual Halloween Party and Dance at Lily Sno-Birds Christmas Craft Show Clubhouse is on Saturday, October 31, 2015 from The Jack Lamar Memorial / 7 pm to midnight. Come in costume. 715-484-3342, Elco Community Pavilion, Elcho
JANUARY 30
Langlade County - Wide Snowmobile Ride, Lily Sno-Bird Club House, W4505 Turtle Lake Road, Lily
FEBRUARY 20
Post Lake 18th Annual Fishing Jamboree PLIA Community Center W87684 Cty Rd K Corner of Cty Rd K & Post Lake Dr, Elcho
Ice Fishing Jamboree is held on Upper & Lower Post Lake - Fishing starts at dawn and fish registration ends at 4 p.m. Cash prizes awarded for largest fish to Adults Prizes awarded to children 12 & under - Raffle tickets & Bonus raffles. Food, Beverages and Games. All activities langladecounty.org See more at: www.langladecounty. Fourth Annual Christmas Craft Show at the Jack Lamar & Fist Registration will take place at the PLIA Building on org/calendars/events_calendar/?i=f433682c8eb8&d1=a Memorial/Elcho Community Pavilion. 9 am - 4pm. the corner of Post Lake Drive & County Road K. ll#sthash.2sh0w1AK.dpuf 6am - 5pm. langladecounty.org langladecounty.org
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NOVEMBER 7
Trivia Contest Merrill History & Culture Center 100 E Third Street, Merrill
DECEMBER 5
Park Manor Luminaria Starts at Bell Tower, Merrill
Drive through this neighborhood lit-up with thousands Cost of Admission to Event: $120 for a team table, of luminaries, or catch a horse-drawn wagon that starts maximum 6 people on a team. Team trivia contest at Bell Tower Residence. Immediately following the featuring 8 rounds of questions, many focused on local parade. www.merrillchamber.org history and events. 50/50 raffle, raffle prize drawings, and cash prize to the winning team. 6 pm - 11 pm JANUARY 15 - 17
NOVEMBER 14
30th Annual City-wide Craft Show Downtown Merrill, Merrill
Lincoln County
OCTOBER 17 - 31
Cemetery Walks Merrill Memorial Park Cemetery, Merrill
Guided tour featuring colorful people in Merrill’s past who had connections to various different types of transportation. $10 Saturdays 11 am, 2 pm, 6 pm; Sundays 2 pm. 715-536-5652
Concertina Festival Les & Jim ‘s Banquet Hall 1208 N Center Avenue, Merrill
Christmas Parade and Winter Wonderland, Downtown Tomahawk,
Parade starts at the west end of Wisconsin Avenue and ends at Tomahawk Community Bank. After the parade, people can visit Santa’s Cabin and walk through the beautifully decorated trees in the Winter Wonderland. 4:30pm. 715-453-5334, www.gototomahawk.com
JANUARY 16 - FEBRUARY 14
DECEMBER 5
Lighted Christmas Parade Downtown Merrill, Merrill
Dates: October 16-17, 23-24, 25, 30-31 Cost: $8.00 Boy Scout Troop 599 has perfected the scare-thrill experience for Halloween fun! The Haunted Sawmill is a converted manufacturing building and the thrills and CHILLS await you around every corner! They also put on a less scary experience on Sunday afternoons for children 8 years and up. 6 pm - 11 pm. www.merrillchamber.org
JANUARY 23
Winterfest All over Town, Merrill
Besides the dog sled races, there will be snow sculpting, a volleyball game, open skate at the ice arena at the Smith Center, and sledding. www.merrillchamber.org
JANUARY 23 - 24 Pine River Dog Sled Races Pine River School Hwy 64 east of Hwy I-39, Merrill
Merrill History & Culture Center for registration, then throughout the city and surrounding countrys, 100 E Third Street, Merrill
NOVEMBER 28
The Merrill Drag Races have been thrilling spectators with their hotrod vehicles racing on ice! Enter through Council Grounds State Park and watch these racers tearup the ice with their dragsters. Starts at 12 noon www.merrillchamber.org
Haunted Sawmill Haunted Sawmill 700 Hendricks Street, Merrill
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A winter time favorite, dog sled teams come from all For a unique festival experience, be sure to check out over the mid-west for this race. A family event with Located all over town in following known locations: the annual Concertina Festival where hundreds of activities, a chance to meet the dogs and there is always Church Mutual Insurance, Les & Jim’s Lincoln Lanes, Bell Concertina players gather from all over the country to a local celebrity race. 9 am. www.merrillchamber.org Tower Residence, Ministry Good Samaritan Hospital, St. play, swap equipment and entertain the crowds. Francis School and New Testament Church. Most being www.merrillchamber.org APRIL 30 at 8 am. www.merrillchamber.org 2016 History Hunt
51st Annual Ice Drag Races Council Grounds State Park, Merrill
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This is the kick-off of the Christmas season in Merrill! Downtown businesses will have specials all day long with treats for busy shoppers. The Merrill High School Brass and Chorus members will be downtown playing Christmas music in the afternoon. And Santa brings up the end of the parade and lights up the trees on the Lincoln County courthouse lawn. After the parade, cross over the river and take in the beautiful sight of thousands of luminaries’ set-up in the Park Manor neighborhood adjacent to the hospital. 6 pm, www.merrillchamber.org
DECEMBER 4 - 6
O‘Tannenbaum Tour St. Stephen ‘s Church 903 E Second Street, Merrill
Take a walk through a forest of locally decorated trees and wreaths to kick-off the holiday season. Be sure to sign up for the raffle because every tree and wreath will be raffled off on Sunday at the end of the festival. www.merrillchamber.org
Pine River Dog Sled Races
Cost of Admission to Event: Early Bird Registration $10 by April 8, Standard Registration $15 after April 8. The 2016 History Hunt will send the hunters out to solve a crime and track down suspects. Map-reading ability will come in handy as you travel about 50 miles in and around Merrill, learning bits of historical trivia while you search for the information that will help your team solve the crime. Prizes for best team costume, best team vehicle, best team name, plus numerous other raffle prizes. Registration 9 am - 11 am, Hunt is from 10 am - 4
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NOVEMBER 20 - 22
DECEMBER 5 - FEBRUARY 21
JANUARY 15 - 17
up your season passes now!!! Office hours are Saturday 10am - 4pm and Monday thru Friday 9am - 5pm. Check out their website to see what runs and lifts will be open. Saturday 10am - 4pm and Monday thru Friday 9am-5pm, 715-845-2846, vicki@skigranitepeak.com www.skigranitepeak.com
Lyrical landscapes of snow-covered hills and sundrenched harbors, portraits, and still-life paintings exemplify American artists’ varied approaches to Impressionism during the early twentieth century. Oil paintings and works on paper reveal the abiding interest they shared - capturing the effects of light and atmosphere in loosely brushed compositions. Tue - Fri 9am - 4pm, Thur during Birds in Art 9am, 715-845-7010, abeck@lywam.org, www.lywam.org
Join us for exciting 4-on-4 outdoor hockey action. Each team is guaranteed a minimum of four games, and receives a welcome gift courtesy of Leinenkugel‘s. Tournament consists of 12 divisions including a co-ed division with round robin pool play. Trophies for division winners, and each member of the winning team will receive a Leinenkugel‘s jersey. Team Registration Deadline Dec. 30, 2015, Games be, 715-355-8788, info@visitwausau.com, http://classicpondhockey.com
Granite Peak Opening Weekend Granite Peak Ski Area 3605 N Mountain Rd, Wausau
American Impressionism: The Lure of the Artists ‘ Colony Woodson Art Museum Opening Day Nov 20th! Make sure you ‘re ready and pick 700 N 12th Street, Wausau
Leinenkugel‘s Classic Adult Pond Hockey Tournament SunnyVale Park 1000 S 7th Street, Wausau
JANUARY 9
MARCH 4 - 6
High School Classic, and 3.5K Middle School Classic. Registration starts at 8am. Races start at 9:30am. Registration for the 24K is $35, 12K is $25 (both add $10), High School and Middle School races are $8, and the 1K children ‘s event is free. Merchandise drawing for all registered skiers (age division recognition for High School and Middle School only). Registration starts at 8am. Races start at 9:30am., 715-845-5121, jalexejun@charter.net, www.wausaunordic.com
If musky fishing is your thing, then this is the place to be! Check out the latest equipment, tackle, seminars and instructional panels during this three day expo. (The first 200 paid attendees on Friday get a free musky lure). Friday 2-9pm, Saturday 9am-6pm, Sunday 9am-3pm, 715-370-4170, http://wimuskyexpo.com
Wisconsin Musky Expo Central Wisconsin Convention Center & Description: Adult 24K, 12K Skate and 12K Classic, 6K Expo, 10101 Market Street, Rothschild Snekkevik Ski Show Nine Mile Forest, Wausau
SEPTEMBER 12 - NOVEMBER 29
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majesty, and provide endless artistic inspiration for artists throughout the world. Artists who strive to be among those chosen for this internationally renowned exhibition continually raise the bar of artistic achievement. Birds in Art exhibition celebrates avian marvels through fresh artistic interpretations in original paintings, sculptures, and graphics created within the last two years by artists from throughout the world. Tues - Fri 9am - 4pm, Thur during Birds in Art 9am. 715-845-7010, abeck@lywam.org, www.lywam.org
Today there are around 100 choristers between the ages of ten and fourteen, divided into four touring choirs, who perform in front of almost half a million people each year. Their first-ever visit to The Grand will include many classic works, but also such holiday favorites such as “Let It Snow” and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.” 7:30 pm. jfreiberg@grandtheater.org, www.grandtheater.org
Vienna Boys Choir: Christmas in Vienna Grand Theater Birds amuse with their antics, invoke awe with their 401 N Fourth Street, Wausau Forty Years - Birds in Art Woodson Art Museum 700 N 12th Street, Wausau
DECEMBER 5
Mosinee Christmas Festival & Parade The “PARK “ Antique Show and Sale Mosinee High Schoo Marathon Part - East Gate Hall 1000 High Street, Mosinee 1201 Stewart Avenue, Wausau Annual Christmas Festival and Parade! Artisan and
NOVEMBER 14 - 15
The sale has 35 Select booths selling a variety of Antiques, Vintage Finds & Eclectic designs. See Native American & advertising items TO Diamonds & Fancy Hats and everything in between with a HOLIDAY FLAIR! Win a $50.00 Gift Certificate! Admission is $4.50, good for both days. Contact 715-355-5144 Saturday 9-5 pm & Sunday 10-4pm, audrehanson@yahoo.com www.antiqueshowsinwis.com
crafters show, letters to Santa, children ‘s events, Mrs. Claus ‘s Kitchen, Pancake Breakfast with Santa, Mosinee High School Choir bake sale and Christmas Concert. Free admission to the festival. Fee for the Pancake Breakfast and Christmas Concert. Sponsored by Mosinee Area Chamber of Commerce. 7:30 pm, 715-693-4330. www.mosineechamber.org
Musky Expo
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FEBRUARY 27
River Valley ‘s Loop Around the Lake On Lake Minocqua, Minocqua
Held on Lake Minocqua with candlelight cross country ski, snowshoe and hike, entertainment and food. Proceeds benefit the MHLT Firebird & the AVW Education Foundations. 800-44-NORTH, 715-356-5266 6 pm, www.looparoundthelake.com
DECEMBER 26
9th Annual Chill Out Thirsty Wale 428 Park Street, Minocqua
Oneida
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JANUARY 3
Annual Wolf Tracks Rendezvous Ski Marathon & Half Jumpers will plunge into Lake Minocqua to raise money Minocqua Winter Park for the Children ‘s Miracle Network. Registration begins 7543 Squirrel Hill Rd, Minocqua
at 11:00 am - Jump- 1:00 pm (715) 356-7108 Registration A single 42km loop course that incorporates many of the begins at 11 am Plunge begins at 1 pm, 715-356-7108. best, and most challenging, trails at the Park. The race is www.minocqua.org also a Birkebeiner / Korteloppet qualifier. 715-356-3309 9 am, www.minocquawinterpark.org
DECEMBER 31
Red Hot New Year’s Eve Celebration Woodruff Town Hall, Woodruff
JANUARY 30
wagon rides, a chili feed, a fireworks display and more., 715-356-5266. www.minocqua.org
: The 42K course is a single loop that incorporates all of the best and most challenging trails at Minocqua Winter Park. The 24K race is much tamer and does not include any “expert” trails. This is a chip-timed race with seeded wave starts and awards for top overall and division finishers. The full marathon is a qualifier for the American Birkebeiner, and the half-marathon is a qualifier for the Kortelopet., 715-356-3309, www.minocquawinterpark.org
Wolf Tracks Rendezvous Ski Marathon & Half Marathon This New Year’s Eve celebration includes horse-drawn Minocqua Winter Park, Minocqua
NOVEMBER 28
Christmas in Minocqua Downtown Minocqua, Minocqua
Mark your calendars now and plan to bring the whole family for a visit with Santa Claus . Santa arrives downtown Minocqua at 1pm on a horse drawn carriage. Kids of all ages can visit with Santa. At 5pm Santa walks through town with everyone in tow to illuminate Minocqua ‘s holiday lights. All this fun is happening in Gaslight Square in downtown Minocqua. 800-44-NORTH, 715-356-5266. 9am-5:30pm www.minocqua.org
NOVEMBER 28
27th Annual Christmas Gift & Craft Fair, Lakeland Union High School, Minocqua
Hand-crafted gifts, decorations, furniture, art and more. 9 am - 3 pm. www.minocqua.org
JANUARY 3
Moose Tracks Snowshoe Race Minocqua Winter Park, Minocqua
Make your tracks on snowy single-track and ski trails in our popular Braveheart Series snowshoe race. With FEBRUARY 12 - 13 5K and 10K divisions, the Moose Tracks is usually the Cruiserfest first US Snowshoe Association race of the season. On Lake Minocqua / Torpy Park, Called one of the “most challenging,” “most scenic,” Torpy Park, Minocqua and “best-marked” 5K race course, the Moose Tracks Enjoy Friday night ‘s, snowmobile parade, bonfire, is sure to keep you on your toes! 715-356-3309. Smore’s and a spectacular fireworks display on www.minocquawinterpark.org frozen Lake Minocqua. Breakfast starts the day on Saturday followed by radar runs, bikini races, vintage display, Cruiser Sale, brat & chili feed and demo rides offered by area snowmobile dealers. 800-44-NORTH, 715-356-5266 Friday 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Saturday All Day, www.snowmobilewi.com/cruiserfest
APRIL 9
Only Fools Run at Midnight on the streets and trails of Minocqua, Begins and ends at Lakland High School, Minocqua
The event begins and ends at Lakeland Union High School, Hwy 70 W Saturday, April 9, 10, 2016 8:00 pm Registration, 12:00 am RuHeadquartered at Lakeland Union High School, join over one thousand costumed fools as they run/walk 5K though the streets and trails of Minocqua 1 (800) 44-NORTH, 1 (715) 356-5266 8 pm Registration, 715-356-5266, www.minocquafoolsrun.com
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Minocqua Home, Lifestyle & Recreation Show, Lakeland Union High School, 9573 Hwy 70 W, Minocqua
Held at Lakeland Union High School 9am-4pm, this show will inspire homeowners, outdoor enthusiasts, those interested in health and lifestyle issues along with folks looking for something new to do in the area. The show will have dozens of exhibitors featuring the latest products and trends, as well as an impressive lineup of demonstrations and short seminars 800-44-NORTH, 715-356-5266 9am - 4pm, www.minocqua.org
APRIL 28
9th Annual Taste of the North The Waters of Minocqua 8116 Hwy 51 S, Minocqua
Join us at The Waters of Minocqua where more than two dozen local chefs will compete for your vote and the recognition of our panel of judges to be “Voted Best at Taste of the North” 800-44-NORTH, 715-356-5266 6pm - 9pm, www.minocqua.org
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Club, Tinsel Trail has raised nearly $500,000 to support the efforts of hundreds of non-profit organizations that improve lives of those in need. More information: 715-342-0020 9am- 4pm
JANUARY 22
Passport to Paradise, SentryWorld Sports Center, 601 N Michigan Ave, Stevens Point
NOVEMBER 6 - 7
10th Annual Central Wisconsin Film Festival Arts Alliance of Porage County, 1128 Main St, Stevens Point
The Central Wisconsin Film Festival features award winning independent film categories such as shorts, documentaries and feature films created by directors from Wisconsin and around the world. The festival consists of two days of screenings in the Stevens Point area on November 6 and 7. Attend the film festival to learn about understanding, tolerance, entertainment and social awareness while experiencing a stimulating and enriching cultural experience within central Wisconsin. More information: 715-254-0460, ArtsPortageCounty.com
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OCTOBER 24
Moon Walk Wisconsin, Tomorrow River State Trail 1850 Plover Rd, Plover
Looking for a fun Friday night activity? Check out Passport to Paradise at the new SentryWorld facility in Stevens Point. For $25, enjoy a food buffet, live 8 Year Anniversary PartY salsa band, silent auction items, a chance to win O’so Brewing Company, 3028 Village raffle items and an opportunity to learn salsa dancing. Park Drive, Plover Come help celebrate the eighth anniversary of one of More information: 7-10:30 pm, 715-341-4386, Wisconsin’s best craft breweries. There will 40 beers BGClubPC.org/page198382.aspx on tap at the tap house, including rare beers you can only find at this event. Admission is a $15 cash FEBRUARY 6 - 7 admission or a $15 toy for Toys for Tots. 715-254-2163, UWSP Arts Bash, Noel Fine Arts Center UW Stevens Point, Stevens Point www.osobrewing.com Attend one of the biggest art events of the season! Arts Bash features art sales, dance, instrumental and vocal NOVEMBER 22 performances, a fashion show and dance party to raise Tinsel Trail 2015 Annual money for the Departments of Theatre & Dance and Arts and Crafts Show Art & Design at UW--Stevens Point. While enjoying Holiday Inn Hotel & Convension Center, high-quality performances, enjoy local flavor and brews 1001 Amber Ave, Stevens Point provided by popular restaurants. More information: Get a jump on holiday shopping! Arts and crafts will be 7-10:30 pm, 715-346-0123, ArtsBash.com available for sale at the Tinsel Trail Annual Arts and Craft Show. Sponsored by the Stevens Point Junior Women‘s PORTAGE COUNTY CONTINUED on page 12
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Join Active Portage County for a 4, 8 or 12-mile moonlit walk along the Tomorrow River State Trail. Carved pumpkins mark your miles along the reflective limestone trail. Halloween costumes are welcomed. Restroom stops and refreshments are also available along the Moon Walk course. More information: 715-344-2556, 5:30pm, ActivePortageCounty.com
FALL WAREHOUSE SALE
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NOVEMBER 6 - 7
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Central Wisconsin Film Festival Throughout Portage County, Portage County
The Central Wisconsin Film Festival will feature award-winning independent films including shorts, documentaries and feature films from directors from Wisconsin and around the world. The festival will include two days of screenings at venues in Amherst, Marshfield, Stevens Point, Wisconsin Rapids and Wausau. 715-254-0460, www.cwfilmfest.org
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Boat Storage & Winterization! Servicing most makes Outboards, Sterndrives
Pick-up & Delivery Available WI-5001931422
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Amherst Marine 422 South Main Street Amherst
715-824-5635 amherstmarine.com amarine@wi-net.com
There’ s SO MUCH to do . See live performances . Ski the slopes at Standing Rocks . Explore art galleries . Tour breweries, distillery or wineries Find more at StevensPointArea.com or call 715-344-2556.
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MARCH 7
Point Bock Run Stevens Point Brewery 2617 Water St, Stevens Point
NOVEMBER 26
dozen specialty cheeses, bourbon tasting, hand crafted beers, delicious desserts and a silent auction. Indulge in local flavors while supporting the Boys and Girls Club of Portage County. More information: 7 - 10 pm, 715-341-4386, BGclubPC.org/a-taste-of-wine-and-cheese
Turkey Trot City Hall, Park Falls
Turkey Trot Registration 8 am / Race at 9 am. 877-762-2703, www.pricecountywi.net
A scenic out-and-back, flat-and-fast, 5-mile run that APRIL 8 - 16 follows the scenic Wisconsin River and starts and finishes Danstage 2016 at the Stevens Point Brewery. The race registration fee Jenkins Theater - Noel fine Arts Center includes a long-sleeved shirt, complimentary snacks UW Stevens Point, Stevens Point and Point Brewery products at the post-race party and Appreciate inspiring new work by UW--Stevens Point awards ceremony. More information: 715-344-9310, faculty choreographers Michael Estanich, Jeannie Hill, Joan Karlen and a renowned guest choreographer. PointBeer.com/point-bock-run Danstage 2016 highlights the versatility and artistry of accomplished UW--Stevens Point Department of Theater MARCH 12 & Dance students as they perform inspiring dance pieces. EgoCon 2016 More information: April 8-9, 7:30pm, April 10, 2pm and Elizabeth Inn & Convention Center April 14-16, 715-346-0123, UWSP.edu/theatre-dance/ 5246 Harding Ave, Plover Pages/default.aspx This out-of-the-ordinary event is presented by North Eastern Wisconsin Friends of the Doctor (NEWFOD). This science fiction, fantasy and gaming event is sure to APRIL 15 - 17 give you an unforgettable experience. More information: 90FM Trivia 89.9 FM University Radio 9:30 am -11 pm, 715-298-1640
1015 Reserve St, Stevens Point
APRIL 1
Portage County Taste of Wine and Cheese Stevens Point Municipal Airport 4501 Hwy 66, Stevens Point
Portage County Taste of Wine and Cheese features over 100 wines from around the world, more than a
Price
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NOVEMBER 7
The world’s largest trivia event, offering 54 hours of trivia! Participating teams have the length of 2 songs or Holiday Craft & Treasure Sale approximately 5 minutes to find the answers and submit Municipal Building, final guesses to the 89.9FM station. Open registration and Holiday craft & treasure sale. 9 am - 3 pm. trivia fun for everyone. More information: April 15, 6pm 715-339-6177/3990, www.pricecountywi.net until April 17, 11:59pm, 715-321-0601, 90FmTrivia.org
The smoke-free Comfort Suites® hotel is in Stevens Point, off Interstate 39, within walking distance from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point We are close to many points of interest, including:
Stay with us and travel the "Grain Circle Trail" while sampling from local craft brewers and distillers. choicehotels.com
Polar Bear Plunge Harbor View, Phillips
Polar plunge plus raffle drawings Polar bears plunge at 1 pm, 715-339-2626, www.pricecountywi.net
JANUARY 2
Ice Fishing Rumble Roll-In Point, Solberg Lake
Breakfast, fishing and raffles! 6 am breakfast special. Fish 7 am - 5 pm, 715-339-4585, www.pricecountywi.net
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Comfort Suites, a Stevens Point Wisconsin hotel near the University of Wisconsin
• Sentry World Sports Complex • Green Circle Trail
JANUARY 1
• Smoke-free • Free Breakfast • Fitness Center • Free Internet • Laundry, Guest
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JANUARY 23 - 24
Winter Fest Duroy, Elk, Long Lakes, Phillips
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Lighting of the Lites Downtown Medford, Medford
Ice fishing contest, parade, fireworks, trail tour Lighting of the Lites 6 pm, medfordchamber.org Jan 15-24 6 am Ice Fishig begins, 715-339-4100, www.pricecountywi.net
DECEMBER 5 JANUARY 23 - 24
Snowmobile Races Birch Island, Phillips
Children ‘s Christmas Corner Medford Middle School, Medford
Destination Medford Women ‘s Weekend Medford Saturday December 5th from 9am-1pm at the Medford Medford
Middle School with vendors bringing gifts for the Children to shop for their family and friends for Christmas. Santa 5k and 10k snowshoe race Cross country series racing! and his elves will be there to help the children shop. 9 am - 3 pm, 651-387-5880, www.pricecountywi.net 9 am - 1 pm. medfordchamber.org
JANUARY 2
Rib Lake Ice Fishing Contest Pavilion in Rib Lake, Rib Lake
Bring the family for a day of fun on the Lake-Food and beverages will be served along with Chicken Soup and Prizes awarded after tournament at the Ice Age Pavilion in Rib Lake. Please call for more information. 715-427-3132, medfordchamber.org
ICE FISHING RUMBLE
JANUARY 8 - 10
Tuscovia Winter Ultra TBA, Park Falls
JANUARY 16
Musser Lake Ice Fishing Big Elk Tavern, Phillips
Prizes and drawings! 6 am - 6 pm, 715-339-3166/4277, www.pricecountywi.net
Butternut / Schnur Lake Association - Fisheree Butternut Resort, Butternut
Cash prizes & raffles! 7 am - 4 pm, 800-717-2008, www.pricecountywi.net
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OCTOBER 22 - 25 JANUARY 23
Phillips Flurry 5k & 10k Snowshoe Race PS Forest Trail, Phillips
Friday Registration from 4pm-8pm/Taste of Medford and much more Saturday Morning/Afternoon Classes and Wine Walk and new things coming Registration starts mid-December by calling 715-748-4729 or sign-up online @ medfordwis.org Specials at local businesses/enjoy the weekend with your family and friends. 4 am - 8 pm, 715-748-4729, medfordchamber.org
APRIL 22 - 23
Pine Line Marathon St. Paul’s Church 321 N Park Ave, Medford
Registration available starting January 1, 2015 by calling 715-748-4729 or sign-up online @ medfordwis. com Registration at St. Paul’s Church 321 North Park JANUARY 23 Ave in Medford with Start and Finish Line about a Miller Dam Ice Fishing block away on Centennial Park way right by the City Park Spaghetti Feed Friday night before the Race from Miller Dam 9am-3pm bring the family for a day of fun Beverages and 4pm-6pm Friday 4 pm - 6 pm Spaghetti feed. food will be available Kids fishing contest along with the 715-748-4729, medfordchamber.org Adult Contest Please contact Joan Cwilla @ for more APRIL 23 information, 715-668-5661, medfordchamber.org
Run, bike or ski out & back race. Contact tuscobia@ gmail.com http://tuscobia.wordpress.com TBA, www.pricecountywi.net
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FEBRUARY 26 - 27
Harvest Days Downtown Medford, Medford
Thursday there will be the 5K Run/Walk Friday there will be the Dessert Contest, Scavenger Hunt starts along 5k and 10k snowshoe race Registration 8:30 am with other events Saturday Kids Events from 10am- 10 am; Race starts 10:30 am, 715-339-6254, 2pm, Candy Drop @ Noon, and much more Sunday will be the parade @ 2pm Please call 715-748-4729 for www.pricecountywi.net more information Fri Oct 23rd 4 pm - Sun 25th 5 pm, medfordchamber.org
FEBRUARY 6
Taylor County Maple Fest Taylor County Fairgrounds
Annual Maple Fest held at the Taylor County Fairgrounds. Pancake Breakfast, vendors, Maple Syrup, food, demonstrations, craft fair and much more. Snieg Fest is held the on the first Saturday in February Please Contact Dave Lemke for more information @ from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Come to the Village Park. 715-785-7573 to reserve your spot. Bring the whole Enjoy great Polish. Activities include: broom hockey, family for a day of fun. Events start @ 8am. cross buck saw contest, yard decorating, hay rides, medfordchamber.org blind snowmobile racing, volleyball, ice bowling, sled decorating, snowshoe demonstrations, snow MARCH 18 - 20 sculpturing, frying pan toss, bon fire, many, many door Medford Chamber of Commerce prizes 10:30 am - 5:30 pm, medfordchamber.org
Snieg Fest in Gilman Village Park
Home & Business Expo / Outdoor Recreation Expo and Vehicle Swap Meet Q Simek Recreation Center Medford Elementary School Medford High School, Medford
Medford Chamber of Commerce Home & Business Expo/ Outdoor Recreation Expo and Vehicle Swap Meet/Quilt Show March 18-20, 2016 Simek Recreation Center/ Medford Elementary School/Medford High School 3 days of family fun and seeing what is new out there Friday 4-8, Saturday 10-4, and Sunday 10-3 Please call 715-748-4729 for questions or get a booth in the show Friday 4 am - 8 pm, Saturday 10 am - 4 pm, Sunday, medfordchamber.org
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Gather your friends and escape to Boulder Junction for a fun day of shopping at the Community Center and businesses throughout downtown. Products will be available for purchase or can be shipped to you., 800-GO-MUSKY, www.boulderjct.org
Welcome in the holiday season with the lighting of the town Christmas Tree, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, carolers, sleigh rides, and treats for shoppers at stores. 11 am - 2 pm, boulderjct@boulderjct.org, www.boulderjct.org
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DECEMBER 25 - JANUARY 1
5th annual Great Shopping Escape Christmas Walk Kids Day, Downtown Boulder Junction Downtown Boulder Junction
5th Annual Great Shopping Escape Annual Ice Castle in Eagle River Community Center Wisconsin, Eagle River 5392 Park Street, Boulder Junction Snowmobile Trail, Eagle River
EVERY YEAR between Christmas and New Year’s (weather permitting), Eagle River’s annual ice castle construction has been a community tradition for nearly eighty years! Over 3,000 ten-inch ice blocks are cut from a local lake using antique ice equipment, trucked to town, and placed and sculpted into a breathtaking new design every year by volunteers led by the area NOVEMBER 27 Fire Department. Located on a major snowmobile 27th Annual Christmas Walk, trail through Eagle River, everyone stops to have their Eagle River. Seminars, meetings, field studies and Downtown Boulder Junction picture taken in front of the Ice Castle! Lit at night, OCTOBER 18 - 19 Welcome in the holiday season with the lighting of much more. Accommodations. This wondrous venue too! Eagle River Chamber of Commerce; 800-359-6315; Trees For Tomorrow allows everyone to explore the joys of nature at little the town Christmas Tree, a visit from Santa and Mrs. 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@eagleriver.org or no cost. Contact Trees for Tomorrow for information Claus, carolers, sleigh rides, and treats for shoppers at multi-faceted outdoor web: www.eagleriver.org stores. 5 pm 8 pm, boulderjct@boulderjct.org, and program schedule. Phone: 715-479-6456. E-mail: recreation and resource center learning@treesfortomorrow.com. Eagle River Chamber of www.boulderjct.org Eagle River, Eagle River Trees for Tomorrow has a multitude of family, youth, Commerce; 800-359-6315; 715-479-6400; e-mail: info@ VILAS COUNTY CONTINUED on page 15 public and nature programs right on its campus in eagleriver.org; web: www.eagleriver.org, 800-359-6315
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Gather your girlfriends and escape to Boulder Junction for a fun day! Meet home party reps, visit local shops, art galleries and have breakfast or lunch at one of our restaurants. 9 am - 3 pm, 715-385-2400, boulderjct@ boulderjct.org, www.boulderjct.org
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Northwoods Blizzard Blast Conover Comunity Park Hwy Cty K East, Conover
Winter fun for the whole family - snowshoe baseball, recliner chair races, sleigh rides, ice bowling, ice golf, children’s games and much more. There is lots of food, drinks and finish the day off with fireworks. 11am-6pm, 715-547-8120, www.conover.org POND HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIPS
JANUARY 8 - 10
Vintage World Championship Snowmobile Derby AmsOil Eagle River Derby Track Hwy 45 N, Eagle River
FEBRUARY 6
Soups On! Community Center 5392 Park Street, Boulder Junction
A fun soup tasting and judging event that will benefit Vintage Races dedicated to the grand old racing machines and bring awareness to the local Food Pantry. 12 pm of the sixties, seventies and eighties. These machines 1:30 pm, boulderjct@boulderjct.org, www.boulderjct.org are meticulously restored, the engines are tuned and reliable and the competition is highly reminiscent of the FEBRUARY 13 “good old days”. 715-479-4424, info@derbytrack.com, Hinder Binder www.derbytrack.com Camp Forest Springs & Rib Lake Ski Trails
FEBRUARY 20
8th Annual Frozen Tozen Winter Fest TBD Lake in Boulder Junction Boulder Junction
A day of ice fishing on an a TBD lake followed by an awards ceremony at a local area restaurant. Registration begins at 9am. Fishing 10am-4pm 9 am - 4 pm, boulderjct@boulderjct.org, www.boulderjct.org
MARCH 19
Boulder Junction Lioness Club The race courses traverse the beautiful rolling hills on Easter Bunny Breakfast & Egg Hunt the Camp Forest Springs and Rib Lake Ski Trails. Buffet Community Center lunch after the race is included in the entry fee. Non- 5392 Park Street, Boulder Junction
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OCTOBER 22 - 31
Haunted House WR Community Theatre ‘s Studio racers can purchase a lunch ticket for $6.00 during Breakfast with the Easter bunny. Egg hunt following east end of the Rapids Mall, WI Rapids registration. Online registration is now available at PreRace.Com Registration 8 am - 9:30 am, 715-748-2307, www.skiriblake.com
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AMSOIL World Championship Snowmobile Derby AmsOil Eagle River Derby Track Hwy 45 N, Eagle River
Ride with the Champs Snowmobile Hall of Fame & Museum St. Germain
Celebrating its 33rd anniversary, this annual snowmobile ride precedes the Snowmobile Hall of Fame’s annual induction ceremony. Fundraiser for the Snowmobile Hall of Fame. 715-542-4463, www.snowmobilehalloffame.com
Eagle River sets the standard for World Class snowmobile competition. The races are truly amazing. Eagle River draws the best racers and the top factorysponsored teams from around the world. Races include USSA Ice Oval and WSA Sno-Cross professionals. 715-479-4424, info@derbytrack.com www.derbytrack.com
breakfast for Bunny believers 8 years old and younger. 9am, boulderjct@boulderjct.org, www.boulderjct.org
Be ready to scream, jump and hang on to your friends as you weave your way through the various rooms of our Haunted School House. Beware -- one time through won ‘t be enough! 6pm - 9pm, 715-421-0435, wrct@wctc.net, www.wrctheatre.org
OCTOBER 31
Bow Wow Meow Halloween Event South Wood County Humane Society 221 Lincoln Street, WI Rapids
Join us for our 2nd Annual Halloween Extravaganza to benefit South Wood County Humane Society! The event will include a Pet Costume Contest, face painting, and dog games. Plus you can meet the miniature horses from HART Equine Therapy Center. Great sales all day inside the store! 11 am - 2 pm, 715-213-2212, bowwowmeowllcwr@gmail.com
NOVEMBER 21
Wunrow‘s Greenhouse Christmas Show Wunrow‘s Greenhouse 2331 Sampson, WI Rapids
FEBRUARY 5 - 7
11th Annual LaBatt Blue/ USA Hockey National Pond Hockey Championships Chanticleer Inn 1458 E Dollar Lake, Eagle River
Wunrow ‘s Greenhouse Christmas Show Home made goodies coffee and punch door prizes 9am- 3pm
DECEMBER 12
Flapjack Breakfast for Literacy Tutors Applebee‘s, 4311 8th Street, WI Rapids
In 2016, 340 teams from 27 states are expected to travel to Eagle River to participate in this extremely popular tournament. Billed as “hockey-back to its origins”, this event is held outdoors on beautiful Dollar Lake. Teams will compete simultaneously on 30 rinks and in 15 divisions. Public welcome to come watch this exciting tournament. 800-752-9193, www.chanticleerinn.com BLIZZARD BLAST
The Central Wisconsin Literacy Council helps local adults develop the English skills necessary to complete education and obtain/retain employment to live independently. The Flapjack Breakfast culminates our fall Tutor Recruitment and helps provide materials to support tutors and the adults they help. Tickets become available Nov. 7, 2015. 7am- 10am, www.centralwisconsinliteracycouncil.org
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