Escape Summer 2015 by Gannett Wisconsin Media

SPRING & SUMMER 2015

to central and north central Wisconsin

WHERE TO GO AND WHAT TO DO FROM MAY TO SEPTEMBER 2015 A PRODUCT OF GANNETT WISCONSIN MEDIA

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SPRING & SUMMER 2015

to central and north central Wisconsin

Ashland County

WHERE TO GO AND WHAT TO DO FROM MAY TO SEPTEMBER 2015

A PRODUCT OF GANNETT WISCONSIN MEDIA

On the cover: Love fishing? Love paddling? There is finally an event that combines our love of both right here is Mercer, Wisconsin’s favorite outdoor playground. www.Can-Yak.com. Photo submitted.

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Ashland County................ 2 Bayfield County................ 4 Clark County..................... 4 Eau Claire County............. 5 Iron County....................... 5 Jackson County................ 8 Langlade County.............. 8 Lincoln County................ 10 Marathon County........... 12 Oneida County................ 14 Portage County............... 15 Price County................... 16 Sawyer County............... 17 Taylor County.................. 18 Vilas County................... 19 Wood County.................. 22

Brown County................. 28 Burnett County............... 28 Dane County................... 28 Door County................... 28 Douglas County.............. 28 Fond du Lac County........ 28 Green County................. 28 Kenosha County............. 29 Manitowoc County......... 29 Marinette County........... 29 Menominee County........ 29 Milwaukee County......... 29

Monroe County.............. 30 Outagaimie County........ 30 Ozaukee County............. 30 Pepin County.................. 30 Polk County.................... 30 Racine County................ 30 Sauk County................... 30 Sheboygan County......... 31 Washburn County........... 31 Waukesha County.......... 31 Waupaca County............ 31 Winnebago County........ 31

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4-pack of fun Weekend Wisconsin State Parks

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608-266-2621 | http://dnr.wi.gov June 6-7, 2015 All admission stickers to Wisconsin State Parks are waived Saturday and Sunday. Grab your hiking boots and explore one of Wisconsin’s breathtaking state trails. Pack your pole for fishing statewide without a license, or bust out your ATV and enjoy free access to public trails throughout the weekend.

Apostle Islands Inline Marathon Madeline Island

Madeline Island, Ashland 1-800-284-9484 ashchamb@centurytel.net www.apostleislandsinline.com June 20, 2015 8:30 a.m. Held on beautiful Madeline Island, largest of the Apostle Islands. Glide along smooth pavement through scenic woodlands offering breathtaking lakeshore views. The 8.7-mile looped course features a combination of flats, curves, straightaways and two hairpin turns. Event includes a full marathon, an approximate half-marathon and a fun race called the “Mad Skate.”

1st Annual Musky Tournament

Timber Breeze Resort N16243 Lakeshore Drive Butternut, Ashland 715-762-3001 vacation@timberbreeze.com timberbreeze.com September 12 - 13, 2015 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sat.; 6 a.m. - noon Sun Registration begins 5 p.m. on Friday with the reading of the rules at 7 p.m.; registration and boat check Saturday at 4:30 a.m.; fishing hours are Saturday 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Sunday 6 a.m. - noon; cash prizes based on 75 twoperson teams, total length caught over two days of fishing.

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38th Annual Ashland Bay Days Festival

Little Minnow Kids’ Triathlon

Bayview Park 1803 E. Lake Shore Drive, Ashland 1-800-284-9484 ashchamb@centurytel.net www.ashlandbaydays.com July 17 - 19, 2015 Friday 3-10 P.M. Saturday 8 A.M. to 11 P.M. Sunday Hometown festival on Lake Superior with arts & crafts and food booths, Strongest Man and Strongest Bam-Bam on the Bay Contest, pie-eating contest, free children’s activities, 5K & 10K Race, cardboard boat races, Bay Area ”Battle of the Bands” and much more.

Chequamegon Bay Sprint Triathlon

Bayfield County

Superior vistas Bike Tour

Thompson’s West End Park 401 South 8th ave. W. Washburn, Bayfield 1-800-284-9484 ashchamb@centurytel.net | www.superiorvistas.org June 27, 2015 7 A.M. Exhilarating cycling tour takes riders on a picturesque woodland adventure featuring sweeping panoramic views of Lake Superior. Family-oriented, non-competitive, eco-friendly, multi-loop bike ride (not a race). Loops of 13, 19, 34, 52 or 70 miles, and a 100-mile route. Fully supported ride with route map, support vehicles, and food/beverage stops enroute and at the finish.

Red Cliff Traditional Pow-Wow

Red Cliff 715-779-3700 www.redcliff-nsn.gov July 3-5, 2015 Head to beautiful Lake Superior for the Annual Red Cliff Traditional Pow-Wow. With spectacular views, great entertainment, local hospitality and more, this event offers visitors the chance to experience Chippewa heritage at its best.

Bayview Park 1803 E. Lake Shore Drive, Ashland 1-800-284-9484 ashchamb@centurytel.net | www.cheqbaysprint.com July 19, 2015 Swim 500 meters in Chequamegon Bay in the greatest of the Great Lakes Lake Superior (wetsuits welcome). Bicycle 15 miles out from Bayview Park through Ashland proper and back to the park. Run 5K along the scenic waterfront trail. Racers receive a finishers medal, running shirt and swimming cap. Part of Ashland’s annual Bay Days Festival.

Little Minnow Kids’ Triathlon

Bayview Park 1803 E. Lake Shore Drive, Ashland 1-800-284-9484 ashchamb@centurytel.net | www.cheqbaysprint.com July 19, 2015 12:30 P.M. Open to ages 5-11. A fully supported kids’ triathlon with water stations on the course and finish line food. Event will include swim, bike and run courses. All participants receive a cute swim cap, a medal and a shirt. Awards ceremony will follow the race after all participants have finished. Part of Ashland’s annual Bay Days Festival. battled cancer or who lost their life to the disease. Breakfast will be served from 4:30 am-8 am on Saturday. Public is encouraged to attend. Contact: Kandi 715-267-6718.

Smoke Wagon Band Concert

Celebrate Independence Day in Ashland

Downtown Ashland Main Street, Ashland 1-800-284-9484 ashchamb@centurytel.net www.visitashland.com July 4, 2015 Huge parade on historic Main Street at 11 a.m. Outdoor band concert at 8 p.m. in historic bandshell on U.S. Hwy. 2. Downtown “Fire Run” at 9:45 p.m. with fire trucks, police cars, wreckers, and sheriffs department vehicles all riding down Main Street with lights flashing and sirens sounding. Topped off by spectacular fireworks display over Chequamegon Bay at 10 p.m.

Mural Fest & Classic Car Show

Downtown Ashland Courthouse Block of Main St., Ashland 1-800-284-9484 ashchamb@centurytel.net | www.visitashland.com September 12, 2015 9 A.M to 2 P.M. Held in the Courthouse block of Main Street in downtown Ashland, the Historic Mural Capital of Wisconsin. Meet mural artist Sue Prentice Martinsen. Dedication of new mural at noon. Enjoy food, music, arts & crafts, sidewalk sales, kids’ mural painting, mural treasure hunt, children’s activities tent, and classic car show. Guided Mural Tours on the trolley start at 11 a.m.

Clark

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Clark County American Cancer Society Relay For Life- Greenwood,

St. Ann’s, Town of Greenwood July 19, 2015 2 P.M. The Smoke Wagon Band will perform an outdoor concert on Sunday, Bring your own lawn chair. The Concert will move indoors in the event of inclement weather. For more information, contact Helen Dums at 715-427-5814, Greg & Sue Thurns at 715-427-5828 or Sandra Thurns at 715-427-3779.

Loyal Corn Fest

August 27 - 30, 2015 Last weekend in August every year. Horseshoe George Scherer Athletic Park, Greenwood tournaments, horse, truck and tractor pulls, carnival, live June 5 - 6, 2015 music, great food including Loyal’s famous corn on the Opening ceremony begins at 6:30 pm. on Friday. All Clark cob. The festival hosts one of the area’s best parades County Survivors are welcome free of charge. Luminaria including hometown favorites Steady Eddie and Travis, Ceremony is at sundown. Contact 715-267-3164(Lisa) Guinness Book of World Records stilt walkers. Call 715to purchase a luminary as a tribute to someone who has 255-8772 CLARK COUNTY CONTINUED on page 5

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Millpond Park, Owen July 10 - 12, 2015 Located at the Millpond Park. Carnival rides, music, bingo, city wide garage sales, queen’s contest, volleyball tournaments, fire dept. water fights, craft show, raffles, antique tractor pull, ATV pull, Fireworks at dusk on Saturday, parade and chicken dinner on Sunday. Call 715-229-2404

Thorp October 3, 2015 9am-4pm Downtown Thorp from 9 am-4 pm. Bring the entire family for a day filled with entertainment and fun. Check out the 130+ vendor booths featuring crafts, food, and fall produce. Children’s entertainment is also available all day long. Various contests will be held in which everyone is able to participate. Thorp’s Pumpkin Fest has something for everyone....including a few hundred pumpkins!

Country Jam USA Festival Eau Claire

Eau Claire 715-839-7500 www.countryjambwi.com July 23 - 25, 2015 Country Jam USA Festival features headlining performances by Lady Antebellum, Blake Shelton and Eric Church. Other performers include Gary Allan, Jerrod Niemann, Hunter Hayes, Kip Moore, Sam Hunt and many others. Country USA also offers camping and shuttle services to and from the festival grounds.

Eau Claire County

Chippewa Valley LogJam Chippewa Valley 715-450-0399 www.cvlogjam.com June 6-7; June 13-14; June 20-21, 2015 His interactive art, music and theater festival is held on a 26-acre site replicating an 1800’s trading post. Features

U.S. Open Chainsaw Sculpture Championships

Eau Claire 715-835-6200 www.uschainsawchamps.com August 6 - 9, 2015 The world’s best chainsawers combine logging with artistry to create a wooden masterpiece using a wood log and chainsaw. The competitors work 20 hours over four days to create art. Guests can watch the masterpieces and also enjoy family-friendly entertainment, activities, food, an auction and more.

Iron

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Poker Run

Chamber office, Hurley 715-561-2922 May 21 - 24, 2015 Stop by either Chamber office and register for your chance to ride the incredible 200 + miles of Iron County trails and a chance to win several prizes. IRON COUNTY CONTINUED on page 6

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shopkeepers, food venders and entertainers dressed in period attire. Theatrical performances include log rolling, trick riding, a rodeo competition and much, much more.

Owen Junior Fair

Thorp Pumpkin Fest

In S e a s o n !

Watch for our summer produce stands to open at Stevens Point Hwy 10/51 BP Station & WI Rapids on 8th Street South Locations!

715-344-6253 • www.cee-deeacres.com • Market Hours Open

Monday - Friday 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.

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Hurley All Class Reunion

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Sharon’s Coffee Company, Hurley July 25, 2015 Hurley All Class Reunion --- Saturday, July 25, 2015 Starts at 6pm. Sharon’s Coffee Company.

St. Mary’s Church Bazaar

St. Mary’s Church, Hurley July 25, 2015 Noon- 5 P.M. Food, Music, Bingo, Paddle game and Raffles. Drawing at 5pm. For details, contact St. Mary’s Church at 715561-2606

30th Annual Memorial ATV Rally

Iron County Fair

200 Miles of Trails Hurley Chamber, 316 Silver Street, Hurley or Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce, Mercer 715-561-4994 (Hurley) or 715-476-2389 (Mercer) info@mercercc.com May 21 - 24, 2015 Join us for a weekend of fun and over 200 miles of ATV trails. Wisconsin’s largest Trail system. Register for the rally and receive a poker run sheet, as well as an official limited Edition Memorial Rally Bandanna, a free Iron County ATV Map. Register online www.hurleywi. com or www.MercerCC.com

Iron County Fair Grounds, Saxon July 30 - August 2, 2015 Noon- 5 P.M. Everything a county fair has to offer is here. Food, Tractor Pulls, Livestock and LIVE Entertainment featuring, Ray’s Reckless, Marty’s Goldenaires, The Dweebs and Brad Emanuel. Like their page on facebook, Iron County Fair for event updates.

Let’s set the Guinness Record

Hurley www.huleywi.com May 22, 2015 Did you know that there is no record with Guinness Book of World Records for the “Longest UTV Parade? Join us Friday, May 22, 2015 and help us set the record. Pre-registration is preferred (free of charge). Visit our website www.hurleywi.com for registration details.

Light up the Night Fireworks Show

Lake Michelle, Hurley July 4, 2015 Hurley Fireworks Committee presents the annual Light Up the Night Fireworks show over Lake Michelle. 50/50 tickets are on sale now at local businesses or the Hurley Chamber of Commerce office. For more event details visit the Hurley Fireworks on Facebook.

ATV/ UTV Parade Iron Horse Trail Head

Hurley May 22, 2015 The annual parade will kick off in the field just west of the Iron Horse Trail Head in Hurley. Montreal Fire Department will be selling food and beverages. Enroll your UTV in the chance to make history SET the Guinness Record for the Longest UTV Parade. For details, contact the Hurley Chamber at 715-561-2922 or hurleywi@hurleywi.com.

the Mud PIT Hurley Fire Department

Hurley 715-561-2922 May 24, 2015 Stop down and support the Hurley Fire Department as they once again present “THE Mud”. Register for your chance to conquer the pit and take home some cash. For more details, visit www.hurleyfiredepartment.com

My Junk your Treasure Garage Sales

Cary Mine Convenience, Hurley June 6, 2015 Area residents are invited to submit their garage sale information to the Chamber for free and be included on the sale map. Shoppers can pick up maps on Saturday at Cary Mine Convenience and Sharon’s Coffee Company.

9th Annual Lupine Junefest

Carow Park on County Highway J in Mercer County Highway J, Mercer 715-476-2389 info@mercerCC.com | www.mercercc.com June 13, 2015 Bike tours (10, 26, 28,. 50 miles) classic car show, arts and crafts, kids activities, silent auction. Information booths, music, food and beverages. Enjoy the northwoods during the blossoming of the Lupine wild flowers. Proceeds used to support the Mercer Regional Bike Trail System area.

Mercer 4th of July

Downtown Mercer and Carow Park County Highway J, Mercer 715-476-2389 info@mercerCC.com | www.MercerCC.com July 4, 2015 All day until dusk Start off your 4th of July with the annual Run for a Vet at MECCA 8am, then attend Mercer’s annual 4th of July celebration. Parade at 11pm, Hwy 51, followed by food, beverage, kids games, live music, fun and fireworks at dusk at Carow Park. County Road J.

Rolling Thunder Bike Rally

Burgers Bar & Grill, Gile July 17 - 19, 2015 Organizers of this event tell us that a Poker Run and Street dance will be part of the festivities. For more event details, visit Burgers Bar Grill, Gile.

Heritage Days Parade

Downtown Hurley July 25, 2015 Heritage Days Parade. Saturday July 25, 2015. 2 PM Downtown Hurley. This year’s parade theme “Hurley Pride”. For details on registration, contact the Chamber office.

Iron County Heritage Festival

Iron County July 25 - August 8, 2015 Two weeks of festivals, bazaars and events throughout Iron County celebrating the rich heritage of the area. For more details on county wide events visit www.ironcountywi.com

36th Annual Loon Day Art/ Craft Show

Mercer Downtown 715-476-2389 info@mercercc.com www.mercercc.com August 5,2015 9am to 4pm Over 250 vendors, live music, flea market. 12:30 come to the famous Loon Calling contest in front of Heart of the North. Or join us the night before (August 4) for the Night Before Loon Day street dance 7pm - 11pm in front of the Heart.

Paavo Nurmi Marathon and Relays

Upson www.hurleywi.com August 8, 2015 From the start line in Upson through the scenic views of Whitecap Mountain, Gile Flowage and the challenge of “Cemetery Hill” the finishers are relieved to see Hurley’s Famous Silver Street and the hundreds of spectators and volunteers at the Finish Line. For event details, visit www.hurleywi.com.

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Comfort Suites, a Stevens Point Wisconsin hotel near the University of Wisconsin 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: • Sentry World Sports Complex • Green Circle Trail Stay with us and travel the "Grain Circle Trail" while sampling from local craft brewers and distillers. choicehotels.com

Festival italiano

Downtown Hurley www.hurleywi.com September 5, 2015 People flock to Downtown to taste Gnocchi, Pizza, Salamini and Ravioli that can be found. Watch children enjoy various games and Kids Spaghetti and Watermelon eating contests. Marty’s Goldenaires are scheduled to perform at 6pm. The day ends with live entertainment from “The Whitehouse Players”.

Can-Yak Fishing Tournament & Festival

Mercer area Lakes 5150N Hwy 51, Mercer 715-476-2389 info@mercercc.com www.mercercc.com or www.Can-Yak.com September 4 - 6, 2015 Love fishing? Love paddling? There is finally an event that combines our love of both right here is Mercer, Wisconsin’s favorite outdoor playground.

Top 5 IN Mercer May 21 - September 6, 2015 May 21-24 - Memorial Weekend ATV Rally June 13 - Lupine Junefest July 4 - 4th of July celebration August 5 - Loon Day Arts/Crafts Show Sept. 4-6 Can-Yak fishing tournament (1st year) WI-5001891597

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Jackson County

Ho-chunk Nation Pow-Wow

Langlade County

Black River Falls 715-284-9343 www.ho-chunknation.com May 23 - September 7, 2015 Join the Ho-Chunk Nation for their annual celebration of thanks on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. The pow-wow celebrates the coming together of friends, neighbors and warriors with a colorful display of traditional drumming, dancing and a variety of native crafts.

2nd Annual ATV/UTV Rally ”Come Hell or High Water” Event

Thunderbird Village Flea Market and Craft Show

Hatfield 12 miles NE of Black River Falls on Cty E or 6 miles SW of Merrillen on Cty K May 23 - 24, 2015 Giant Flea Markets and Craft Shows throughout the summer. 160 vendor spaces available. Enjoy Fun, Sun, Food and Bargains. Check out the Thunderbird Museum while you are there. There is a beautiful lake resort with camping, play areas and an ice cream shop, boat, ATV and cabin rentals, motel and restaurants all within walking distance. 12 miles NE of Black River Falls on Cty E or 6 miles SW of Merrillan on Cty K. Call 608-989-2275.

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Free Fishing Weekend Wisconsin

June 6-7, 2015 A free fishing weekend will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7 throughout Wisconsin. All bodies of water are free to fish without a license or stamps, including state waters of the Great Lakes and rivers bordering Wisconsin. Size and bag limits still apply.

Jack Lamar Pavilion N11283 Dorr Street, Elcho 715-216-1346 June 20, 2015 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Ride the heart of the Northwoods on Langlade County Trails, starting from the Jack Lamar Pavilion, Downtown Elcho. Registration opens at 9 a.m. Breakfast will be available. Brats, hamburgers, hot dogs & beverages the rest of the day! Free parking for vehicles and trailers on town lots to the east of the pavilion. Trails start right on the pavilion grounds.

Antigo’s Music In The Park

Antigo City Park, 230 Aurora Street, Antigo 715-627-1017 June 1 - August 31, 2015 Mondays & Thursdays 5:30-8:30 pm Antigo’s Music In The Park Free Summer concerts every Monday & Thursday evening at the City Park West Historic Bandstand. In the event of severe weather, the concerts are held at Antigo High School Commons located at 1900 10th Avenue, Antigo. Food and Pie served at 5:30 with the concert at 6:30

Antigo’s Farmers Market

Country Store , 715 Superior Street South, Antigo 715-623-5372 info@antigomarket.com | www.antigomarket.com June 6 - October 3, 2015 Saturdays 8:00 am to noon Antigo Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 8 am to 12 pm at the Antigo Country Store Parking Lot. Get your fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers and many more treasures for you and your family.

Antigo 4th of July Parade

Possum Chase

White Lake Pavilion Bissel Street, White Lake, WI 715-882-8862 July 4, 2015 7:30 to 9:30 am Enjoy either a 1-mile or 10K hometown run through a quaint small town in northeastern Wisconsin. Mostly flat with moderate hills between miles 4 & 5. First and last miles in the village with 4 miles in the country.

Down Tenth Avenue to the Antigo High School 1900 Tenth Avenue, Antigo 715-623-4134 info@antigochamber.com | www.antigochamber.com July 4, 2015 7:00 to 10:00 pm Come and enjoy the holiday watching the parade on 10th Avenue. Lots of floats, cars & candy are sure to make Langlade County Youth Fair this event a special treat. The parade will be followed Langlade County Fairgrounds by a spectacular fireworks display at dusk over the fields 1633 Neva Road, Antigo south of the Antigo High School. 715-216-2356 rhonda@langladecountyfair.com www.langladecountyfair.com July 29 - August 2, 2015 all day event The Langlade County Youth Fair is fun for everyone! This 5-day event features live music, shows, midway, animal sales and judging, demo derby, stock car racing, and tractor pulls. No gate fee to enter grounds. LANGLADE COUNTY CONTINUED on page 10

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Lincoln County June Dairy Breakfast

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Smith Building at the MARC 1100 Marc Drive, Merrill 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org www.merrillchamber.org June 14, 2015 8:00 am to 12:00 noon Annual dairy breakfast includes all-u-can-eat waffles, eggs, sausage, cheese curds, chocolate/white milk, juices & coffee. Cost $8 adults; $4 kids 6-11; under 5 Free. Includes wagon rides, petting zoo, music, kids activity area. Proceeds benefit FFA scholarships.

Badgerland Classics & Custom Car Show

White Lake 4th of July Celebration

Highway M, White Lake 715-882-2246 July 4, 2015 all day event Come and experience a day full of fun and festivities. Parade starts at noon and the fireworks over White Lake at dusk. Food, live music, dunk tank, raffles, fish tank, games, and refreshments. There will be a boat parade at

Peaceful Valley Park, 420 Field Street, Antigo 715-623-7351 badgerlandcc@gmail.com | www.badgerlandcc.org August 16, 2015 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Features classic and custom vehicles, snowmobiles & motorcycles. There is also food, crafts, music & a model car contest throughout the day.

Gleason Heritage Days

Lincoln County

Lion’s Park, N5179 Bradley Street, Gleason 715-873-4570 manager@merrillchamber.org www.merrillchamber.org June 20 - 21, 2015 12:00 PM Mud Bogs are vehicles racing through mud. Also serving pancake breakfast on Sunday from 7am9am. There will also be a tractor and truck pull in the mud.

Merrill City Band Concerts

Normal Park Gazebo 600 Block of North Center Avenue , Merrill 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org www.merrillchamber.org June 24 - July 29, 2015 7:00 PM Merrill City Band concerts are every Wednesday in the Normal Park gazebo. Bring your chair, blankets and a picnic basket and enjoy!

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Splash-N-Dash

Veterans Memorial Park/Jack Lake N8375 Park Drive, Deerbrook splashndash.antigo@gmail.com http://splashndashantigo.webs.com July 11, 2015 8:30 am to 1:00 pm The Antigo Swim Club presents this Aquathon event that includes a half-mile ”splash” in the beautiful waters of Jack Lake, followed by a 5K trail ”dash” through the woods or quarter-mile swim and 5K run. Racers can choose to run solo or tandem (male, female, mixed). Tandem: 1 racer swims/1 runs.

Antigo Tater Trot

Antigo City Park, 230 Aurora Street, Antigo 715-627-4336 x2617 or x2270 info@antigotatertrot.com | www.antigotatertrot.com August 8, 2015 8:30 am to 1:00 pm 10K and 1-mile runs, 4-mile walk. Start and finish at Antigo City Park. The course includes paved streets and country roads with short sections of gravel.

Wolfman Triathlon 2015

Bear Paw Outdoor Adventure Resort N3494 State Road 55 , White Lake, 715-882-3502 info@wolfmantriathlon.org www.wolfmantriathlon.org September 12, 2015 8:00 am to 2:00 pm A unique off-road triathlon that features a down-river paddle on a class II whitewater river section of the Wolf River, a 13-mile mountain bike ride on a technical single track and a 3 1/2 mile (very rugged) trail run on the banks of the Wolf in Eastern Langlade County Wisconsin.

The History of Merrill Railway & Lighting Company Talk Movie in the Park Merrill History & Culture Center 100 E. Third Street, Merrill 715-536-5652 merrillhs@frontier.com | www.merrillhistory.org May 20, 2015 7:00 - 8:00 pm Local historian and author, Tom Burg, shares what he has learned about the company that brought Merrill one of the country’s earliest trolley transportation systems. Plan to arrive early to enjoy the Merrill Transit 125 exhibit before the talk. Free will donation.

37th Annual Chamber Golf Classic

Merrill Golf Club , 1604 O’Day Street, Merrill 715-536-9474 www.merrillchamber.org June 1, 2015 Shot gun start at 10:30 am Annual fundraiser for the Merrill Chamber. Teams play in foursomes, shotgun start at 10:30am. Lunch and dinner served along with goody bag, games and raffles. Cost is $85 per person.

Wisconsin Pro Rodeo

Lincoln County Fairground, Merrill 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org | www.wrpr.rodeo June 12 - 14, 2015 7pm show on June 12, all day events with show at 6 All 7 events at each show time, plus for the kids: mutton busting, boot scramble, candy toss. Food, vendors and tractor pull on Saturday. Advanced tickets available at the Merrill Chamber of Commerce or at the gate.

Normal Park, 600 Block of North Center Avenue, Merrill 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org | www.merrillchamber.org July 10, 2015 7:00 PM Annual Movie in the Park is a family fun evening with movie under the stars and pre-activities for the kids. Movie begins at dusk. Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic basket. This year’s movie is Dolphin Tale 2.

Wild West Historic Pub Crawl

Merrill’s West Side Corner of Grand Avenue and Prospect Street, Merrill 715-536-5652 merrillhs@frontier.com | www.merrillhistory.org July 11, 2015 3:00 - 8:00 pm Drink up some local history as you visit the historic taverns on Merrill’s West Side to benefit Merrill Historical Society. Admission includes special pricing at all participating taverns and a guided historic walk featuring transpiration businesses from days past.

Lincoln County Fair

Lincoln County Fairground, Merrill 715-536-9474 | www.merrillchamber.org July 22 - 26, 2015 Everyday at 12:00 noon to 12:00 midnight Annual county fair - still FREE admission! Over 300 youth exhibit with over 4000 entries. Carnival rides and animal show this year featuring elephants, food vendor and entertainment each day. LINCOLN COUNTY CONTINUED on page 11

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Merrill Transit 125 Old Time Trolley Tour

MARC, 1100 Marc Drive, Merrill 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org | www.merrillchamber.org September 19, 2015 11:30 am until sold out RibFest competition sponsored by Merrill Chamber of Commerce. Largest one-day event in Merrill, over 3000 last year. 12+ rib cooks plus other food - steak & chicken sandwiches, ribbon fries and corn on the cob, cheese curds and more. Come early before the ribs are gone! Just $2 a bone. 4th Annual Chili Blast Downtown Merrill, East Main Street, Merrill 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org | www.merrillchamber.org September 26, 2015 10:00 am to 3:00 pm A chili cook-off competition with you as the judge! Cost is $5 and you taste 10+ chili’s. A very ’filling’ event in downtown Merrill.

Merrill History & Culture Center 100 E. Third Street, Merrill 715-536-5652 merrillhs@frontier.com | www.merrillhistory.org September 19, 2015 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Celebrate Merrill Transit’s 125 Anniversary by taking a bus tour along the original Merrill trolley route. Costumed guides take you back to the days when Merrill 8th Annual Barleyfest had one of the first electric trolleys in the state. See how Smith Building at the MARC , 1100 Marc Drive, Merrill 715-536-9474 the trolley line shaped the city we have today. manager@merrillchamber.org | www.barleyfest.com October 3, 2015 2:00 to 5:00 pm Over 100 beers. Plus food/snack tasting. Must be over 21. Designated drivers are free and soda is available. Early ticket pricing available and at the door. Bed & Brew packages available through AmericInn in Merrill but are limited. The Merrill Go Round city bus will pickup and deliver.

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3rd Annual Pork in the Park RibFest

Granton Fall Fest

Granton September 11 - 13, 2015 Downtown Merrill Three day community festival, celebrated since 1951. 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org | www.merrillchamber.org It is a festival that is focused on children and family activities including kids games, carnival, softball August 13, 2015 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Crazy downtown party with sidewalk sales, lots of tournament, mini-rod pull, tractor pull, evening music vendors, contests & games, music, Dorinda’s Dancers and festival queens contest and a parade on Sunday. perform, dunking tank and so much more! This year’s Come join the fun! 1st weekend after Labor Day. Call theme is anything Disney! Come join the party and go 715-238-7440. crazy in Merrill! Merrill Airport Days Merrill Music Fest Merrill Municipal Airport, Airport Road, Merrill 715-536-9474 for a Cause manager@merrillchamber.org MARC, 1100 Marc Drive Merrill www.merrillchamber.org 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org September 12, 2015 11:00am to 4:00 pm www.merrillchamber.org Annual Airport Days showcases many planes, aerial August 15, 2015 12:00 noon to 11:00 pm Music Festival for Cause with a portion of the proceeds demonstrations, airplane rides, a flea market, vendors benefitting the WI Diabetes Association this year. There and more. Great fun for the entire family! will be 7 bands playing, a 100 mile vintage car/bike ride and show. Ride starts at 10am with car show at 3pm. Merrill Airport Days Music at 1pm. Food, vendors and activities for the kids. Merrill Municipal Airport , Airport Road, Merrill Cost is $5 pp 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org www.merrillchamber.org Labor Day Car Show September 12, 2015 9am to 4pm Lincoln County Fairground, Merrill Airplane rides, displays, activities, flea market, vendors 715-536-9474 manager@merrillchamber.org | www.merrillchamber.org and more for the entire family. September 7, 2015 11:00am to 4:00 pm Annual antique car immediately following the Labor Day parade. 400+ cars on display, plus food vendors, flea market and fire department displays.

Crazy Daze

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Dorchester Days

Dorchester June 19 - 21, 2015 Wisconsin State Championship tractor pull, mini-rod pull, truck pull, carnival, softball tournament, horseshoe tournament, charcoal chicken dinner on Sunday, kiddie parade, street dance, food and refreshments. Held annually the 3rd weekend in June. Something for everyone! Call 715-654-5006.

Athens Fair

Downtown Athens August 20 - 23, 2015 The Athens Fair will be held Thursday through Sunday Aug 20-23 in downtown Athens. The fair features exhibits, livestock, a draft horse show, midway, entertainment, food, music and a parade on Sunday.

Balloon & Ribfest

Wausau Municipal Airport 725 Woods Pl., Wausau 715-843-0748 info@wausauevents.org | www.wausauevents.org July 9 - 12, 2015 Thursday: 5-10pm, Friday: 5-11pm, Saturday: 11am 1 Voted Wausau’s Favorite Event five years running, the Balloon & Rib Fest has something for everyone. Don’t believe us? We’ve got: Hot air balloons, 6 Rib Vendors, kites, pig racing, bounce houses, fantastic food, and the LARGEST fireworks show in the region. Admission is free .

Neillsville Heritage Days Schuster Park

Chalkfest

Colby Cheese Days

Colby July 17 - 19, 2015 Cheese run, cheese curd throwing contest, parade, amusement rides, free Colby cheese, ATV and Tractor pull. Chariots of Cheese 5k/10 K races, 1 mile kids run. Held annually the 3rd weekend in July. Call 715-223-4435 or visit: www.chariotsofcheese.org or www.worldchampionshipcheesecurdthrow.com for more information.

Dorchester 715-743-6444 www. neillsville.org. Wisconsin Valley Fair July 10 - 12, 2015 Located at the Schuster Park, Queen Coronation, ATV Marathon Park pull, parade, water fight, quilt show, live music, food. 1201 Stewart Ave, Wausau 715-261-1539 Call 715-743-6444 wivafair@dwave.net | www.wisconsinvalleyfair.com August 4 - 9, 2015 Chalkfest Six days of excitement. Headlining entertainment in 400 Block, 401 Third Street, Wasuau our grandstand nightly. A variety of national musical 715-843-0748 acts and a demolition derby! Carnival rides, commercial info@wausauevents.org | www.wausauevents.org exhibits. Thousands of youth exhibits. Fun for the whole July 11 - 12, 2015 family. Great food, great entertainment, great time! Saturday: 8am-8pm & Sunday: 8am-4pm. Art doesn’t Tickets on sale now! require expensive canvas or a block of marble; sometimes art is as simple as an idea expressed with a grainy stick of colored chalk and pavement. Every summer artists and their colorful pastel art drawings transform downtown Wausau’s 400 Block into a visual museum. Admission is free.

Big Bull Falls Blues Fest

Fern Island Park, 500 River Drive , Wausau 715-843-0748 info@wausauevents.org www.wausauevents.org August 14 - 15 2015 Friday: 5-11pm and Saturday: 1-11pm. The Big Bull Falls Blues Fest is Wisconsin’s LONGEST running Blues Fest. 24 years of fantastic regional and national acts. Nothing beats the venue. Located on Fern Island, you cross a footbridge to the event grounds, which feature: Beer tent, food and merchandise vendors, & the coveted VIP section.

Midwest Freestyle Kayak and Canoe Championships

Whitewater Park 200 River Drive, Wausau 715-203-1279 margiew@wausauwhitewater.org wausauwhitewater.org August 15 - 16, 2015 Competition runs from 10am to 4pm. Kayak event with freestyle paddlers from throughout the Midwest showing off the latest moves and competing to win the top place in a variety of classes.

Wausau Marathon

(**TOP5!**) Marathon Park, 1201 Stewart Ave, Wausau 715-355-8788 info@visitwausau.com www.wausaumarathon.org August 22, 2015 Marathon starts at 7am, Half Marathon starts at 7:15. The marathon course has been certified by USA Track & Field. This makes the 26.2 mile course distance official and enables the event to be used as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon. The Wausau Marathon sends their final results to the Boston Athletic Association office each year, thereby enabling qualified runners to register for the Boston Marathon. No finisher’s certificate, printed results or course certification number are needed to register for qualified runners. MARATHON COUNTY CONTINUED on page 13

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June 18-21, 2015 Wisconsin Rapids, WI GRAND AVE ARTISTS AT THE MCMILLAN LIBRARY June 1 - 30 McMillan Library, 490 East Grand Avenue

LUNCH BY THE RIVER

June 18 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Veterans Memorial Park, 112 2nd Street

2ND ANNUAL CHALK IT UP

June 18 @ 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Downtown , West Grand Avenue (between 2nd and 3rd Street) Hosted by the Grand Ave Artists This year’s theme is “The Wizard of Oz”!

DOWNTOWN CLASSIC CINEMA UNDER THE STARS

Oktoberfest in the Biergarten Bull Falls Brewery

June 18 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm Downtown, West Grand Avenue (between 2nd and 3rd Street)

50/50 RAFFLE

901 East Thomas Street, Wausau 715-842-2337 400 Block, 401 Third Street, Wausau mikez@bullfallsbrewery.com 715-842-1676 http://www.bullfallsbrewery.com/Home.aspx info@wausaufoa.org September 19, 2015 1pm to 6pm. www.lywam.org/birdsinart/index.cfm?room=artrageous Ceremonial Keg tapping at 1:30pm. If you can’t make it September 12 - 13, 2015 to Munich for this year’s Oktoberfest, come to Bull Falls Head to both sides of the Wisconsin River for two Brewery for our annual Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest food, days of art hopping and shopping at three events: keg tapping of 2015 Oktoberfest Brew, live German Opening weekend of ”Birds in Art” at the Leigh Yawkey music and old time 60’s rock n’ roll from The Naturals, Woodson Art Museum. Artist demonstrations, musical door prizes, awards for the best tracht! Great music, performances, children’s activities, and food tempt all great food from 2510 Restaurant, great beers, great five senses. Also visit Art in the Park at Marathon Park, wines and sodas, and GREAT FUN! Free Admission. Festival of Arts on the 400 Block downtown Wausau and PROST! the galleries and gift shop at the Center for the Visual Arts using the free shuttle bus service.

Wausau’s Artrageous Weekend

June 19 - 21 Downtown, Wisconsin Rapids

JUNE DAIRY AND BERRY BREAKFAST

June 19 @ 6:00 am - 10:30 am Lincoln High School, 1801 16th Street South. Adults $7.00, kids 5-12 $5.00 and kids 4 and under are FREE.

CRANBERRY BLOSSOM CARNIVAL

June 19 @ 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street. Ticket prices are $1.25 or 10 for $10. Wristband specials available: Friday 4:00 to 9:00 pm – $20 per person, Saturday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm – $15 per person/5:00 pm to 9:00 pm – $15 per person, Sunday 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm – $20 per person.

URBANS GREENHOUSE GARDEN PARTY

June 20 @ 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Urbans Greenhouse, 6293 Highway 13/34, Rudolph

CRANBERRY BLOSSOM QUILT SHOW

June 20 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Witter Field Warming House, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street

ARTS, CRAFTS AND CRANBERRIES FAIR

June 20 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street

FESTIVAL EATS AND TREATS

June 20 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street

5TH ANNUAL “CRUISE-IN” CAR SHOW

June 20 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street

ICE CREAM SOCIAL AND CRANBERRY EXHIBIT

June 20 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm South Wood County Historical Museum, 540 3rd Street South Stop by the South Wood County Historical Museum for a free scoop of ice cream while enjoying the blossoming grounds and exhibits, including the history of cranberries in our area.

CRANBERRY BLOSSOM CARNIVAL

June 20 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street Ticket prices are $1.25 or 10 for $10. Wristband specials available: Friday 4:00 to 9:00 pm – $20 per person, Saturday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm – $15 per person/5:00 pm to 9:00 pm – $15 per person, Sunday 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm – $20 per person.

KIDS FISHING CONTEST

June 21 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm East River Bank (2nd Street South at Maple Street), Sponsored by the Wisconsin Rapids Professional Police Association Kids 14 and under are invited to ﬁsh with local law enforcement. Prizes will be awarded in various categories and the ﬁrst 50 kids will receive a door

(**TOP5!**) Woodson Art Museum 700 North Twelfth Street, Wausau 715-845-7010 abeck@lywam.org | www.lywam.org/birdsinart September 12 - November 29, 2015 Opening Day: Meet the Artists from 9am-12:15pm. Ma Birds amuse with their antics, invoke awe with their 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. The 40th annual 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.

Badger State Summer Games

Various Locations throughout Wisconsin 715-355-8788 info@badgerstategames.org www.badgerstategames.org June 6 - 28, 2015 Wisconsin’s premier amateur sporting event! Competitors from around Wisconsin and several other Midwest states will compete in: Wausau CrossFit Summer WODfest, Gymnastics/Cheer/ Dance, Archery, Bowling, Martial Arts, Soccer, Swimming, Clay Target Sports, Track & Field and Wrestling, and more. Every weekend in June!

CRANBERRY BLOSSOM CARNIVAL

June 21 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street Ticket prices are $1.25 or 10 for $10. Wristband specials available: Friday 4:00 to 9:00 pm – $20 per person, Saturday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm – $15 per person/5:00 pm to 9:00 pm – $15 per person, Sunday 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm – $20 per person.

CRANBERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL PARADE

June 21 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Downtown, Wisconsin Rapids East Grand Avenue from 11th Street over the Grand Avenue Bridge and continuing along West Grand Avenue to the JCPenney parking lot at the Rapids Mall.

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN MARCHING BAND 5TH QUARTER June 21 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street

CENTRAL WISCONSIN’S GOT TALENT

June 21 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Witter Field, corner of 8th Street South and Chestnut Street Showcase your talent or just come to enjoy the show! Open to all ages/any talent: dancers, singers, bands, jugglers, comedians, acrobats, etc.

WISCONSIN RAPIDS AQUA SKIERS SHOW TEAM PERFORMANCE

June 21 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Wisconsin River Site (about ¼ mile down from Anchor Bay), 3460 N Biron Drive, Wisconsin Rapids

FREE show Bleacher seating available.

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Minocqua Triathlon

Clear Lake Picnic Area Woodruff Rd, Woodruff 715-356-5266 macc@minocqua.org www.minocqua.org August 8, 2015 8:00 AM Join hundreds of Triathletes at the edge of Clear Lake, on Saturday, August 8, 2015 at 8:00 am, as Woodruff, WI & NHAL State Forest play host to ”See Me Tri” the Minocqua Triathlon. The swim, bike and run courses will challenge athletes among the woods & waters of the scenic Northwoods.

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County June Bloom Arts & Crafts Festival

Torpy Park, Downtown Minocqua 715-356-5266 macc@minocqua.org www.minocqua.org June 6, 2015 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Unique handcrafted items by over 75 exhibitors. The craft vendors and artisans featured at the show are selected for their handmade craftsmanship and artistic talents. Visitors will see original artwork, pottery, jewelry, tapestries, clothing, photography, wood creations, leather goods and more.

Northwoods Heritage Fest Three Lakes

Three Lakes, Oneida 800-527-6838 www.theelakes.com June 14, 2015 German, Polish and Italian cultures will be represented. Discover your heritage through traditional music, dance, food and crafts. Don’t miss the farmer’s market featuring locally-grown produce. Sip beverages in the International Wine and Beer Garden Pavilion, which also hosts live entertainment.

Minocqua Farmers Market

Minocqua Park Complex, Hwy 70 West, Minocqua 715-356-5266 macc@minocqua.org www.minocqua.org May 22-September 25, 2015 F ridays 8:00 am-1:00 pm This producers-only farmers market features produce and agricultural products from the surrounding eight counties.

Ministry Health Care Minocqua Kiwanis Island Art Walk Torpy Park, Minocqua Island Swim Challenge Torpy Park, Downtown Minocqua 715-356-5266 macc@minocqua.org www.minocqua.org June 27, 2015 9:00 AM This one-mile, out and back swim race from historic Torpy Park on Lake Minocqua. It is a benefit swim for the Oneida County Dive Team. They are equipped and trained to respond in all conditions at any time, while covering 1,200 square miles, over 1,000 lakes and 74,415 acres of water. The Dive Team provides a rescue and recovery service that is crucial to public safety. Join us in beautiful Minocqua and help continue the dedicated work of the Oneida County Dive Team.

Oneida Pow-Wow

Oneida 920-713-0608 www.exploreoneida.com July 3 - 5, 2015 Enjoy the traditions of the Oneida tribe as they host their annual pow-wow during Fourth of July weekend. Visitors can enjoy Native American arts and crafts and watch the impressive grand entry featuring more than 400 dancers.

4th Of July Festivities

Downtown Minocqua 715-356-5266 macc@minocqua.org www.minocqua.org July 4, 2015 3:45 pm kiddie, 4:00 parade. Celebrate your independence the old fashion way! Come to downtown Minocqua to enjoy the 4th of July Parade, a concert in the park, fireworks and fun!

715-356-5266 macc@minocqua.org www.minocqua.org July 11, 2015 9:00 am - 3:00 pm The Kiwanis Island Art Walk is a fun filled day of different kinds of hand made artistry. Artists from all around will have booths to showcase there unique talents.

Antique and Classic Wooden Boat Show

Lake Minocqua, Minocqua 715-356-5266 macc@minocqua.org www.minocqua.org July 24 - 26, 2015 6:45 pm Friday, All Day Saturday & Sunday. Free public viewing of over 50 antique and classic wooden boats and woodie cars too. Friday, July 24, 6:45 pm Wooden Boat Parade before Min-Aqua-Bat Water Ski Show at the Aqua Bowl.

The Highground Annual Ride to Remember Motorcycle Rally

WCCN Pavilion, Neillsville 715-743-4224 www.thehighground.org August 14 - 15, 2015 Starting at various locations in the state; Opening Ceremony, 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Motorcycles will join the procession at the WCCN Pavilion to meet at The Highground Veterans Memorial Park. Located on U.S. Hwy 10, 3 miles west of Neillsville. Call 715-743-4224 or visit www.thehighground.org.

15th Annual Boulder Junction/ Manitowish Waters Lions Club Golf Outing

Trout Lake Golf Course, Woodruff 715-385-0301 August 27, 2015 All are welcome to participate in this enjoyable golf outing beginning at 9am at the beautiful Trout Lake Golf Course. Contact: Pete Krueger, (715) 385-0301

51st Annual Beef-a-Rama

Downtown Minocqua 715-356-5266 macc@minocqua.org www.minocqua.org September 26, 2015 9:00 am - 8:00 pm This outlandishly fun, world-renowned Northwoods event is in its 51th year. Oneida Street will be turned into a pedestrian mall for the day with over 50 businesses After Loon Delight cooking 120 beef roasts on the street. Torpy Park, on Art & Crafts Fair the edge of downtown Minocqua, will be bustling with Torpy Park, Minocqua artisans and crafters, children’s games, and live music. 715-356-5266 At 2:15 p.m. the famous Parade of Beef begins with macc@minocqua.org roasters proudly wheeling and carrying their roasts www.minocqua.org down the street to Torpy Park. Live music acts including August 6, 2015 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Oil Can Harry and Underwater People will round out Unique handcrafted items by over 100 exhibitors. The the day’s festivities. For a complete schedule of Beefcraft vendors and artisans featured at the show are A-Rama activities and more information please go to selected for their handmade craftsmanship and artistic www.beef-a-rama.com. talents. Visitors will see original artwork, pottery, jewelry, tapestries, clothing, photography, wood ONEIDA COUNTY CONTINUED on page 15

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Zoo Boo

Wildwood Wildlife Park 10094 Highway 70 W, Minocqua 715-356-5588 nature@wildwoodwildlifepark.com wwww.wildwoodwildlifepark.com October 10, 2015 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Zoo Boo is a merry-not-scary Halloween celebration. It’s a masquerade party for the whole family! Trick-or- treat your way around the zoo brought to you by local businesses with plenty of treats and sweets while participating in games and crafts, costume contest, and meeting cool characters along the way. Be sure to stop by the Haunted Reptile House. Plus creepy crawly animal demonstrations and festive decorations are yours to enjoy. This is a safe and unique Halloween party you won’t want to miss! All proceeds go toward Wildwood’s Animal Feed Fund.

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Annual Midwest Recumbent Rally

Hostel Shoppe, 3 201 John Joanis Dr, Stevens Point 715-341-2453 info@hostelshoppe.com www.hostelshoppe.com August 7 - 9, 2015 Friday 10AM - 7PM Saturday 10AM - 6PM Sunday 8AM World’s Largest Recumbent Bike Rally. Fri: Registration and check in, ice cream ride, ice cream social. Sat: morning biking tour, test rides, swap meet, lunch, selfguided tour. Sun: breakfast buffet, super tour, lunch.

Riverfront Jazz Festival

Pfiffner Pioneer Park 1100 Crosby Ave, Stevens Point 715-345-2976 riverfrontjazzfestival@gmail.com www.riverfrontjazzfestival.com September 5, 2015 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Largest outdoor jazz festival in Central Wisconsin, featuring great music and fine dining

Dozynki Harvest Fest

moose family center 1025 Second Street, Stevens Point 715-343-5356 Dozynki@live.com www.polkapowwow.com Sepember 19 - 20, 2015 Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00PM Sunday noon-6pm Polka Bands, Polish and American Food. Polka Mass at St Stephens, 1401 Clark Street, Stevens Point.

15th Annual Woodcarving Show and Competition

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Midwest Renewable Energy Fair Midwest

Renewable Energy Association 7558 Deer Road, Custer 715-592-6595 amieew@midwestrenew.org www.midwestrenew.org/energyfair June 19 - 21, 2015 Fri and Sat: 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Sun: 9:00 a.m. Transforming rural Central Wisconsin into the hot spot for renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living education. The Energy Fair brings over 15,000 attendees together to learn the latest and greatest in clean energy and sustainability, connect with others, and take action towards a more sustainable future.

oliday Inn Hotel and Convention Center H 1001 Amber Ave, Stevens Point 715-341-2214 ron.marion@charter.net www.wisconsinriverwoodcarvers.org September 19 - 20, 2015 Saturday 9am to 5pm Sunday 9am to 4pm. The Largest Woodcarving Show in the State of Wisconsin. The special feature at this show will be the participation of the Caricature Carvers of America.

Stevens Point Brewery’s Pointoberfest Stevens Point Brewery, 2617 Water Street, Stevens Point 715-346-4100 pointbeer.com September 19, 2015 4-8pm Beer Tent, German Food, Live Music

46th Annual Art in the Park

Pfiffner Pioneer Park, 1100 Crosby Ave, Stevens Point 715-344-8901 padamski@charter.net www.artintheparkstevenspoint.org Riverfront Rendezvous September 19, 2015 10 AM to 4 PM Pfiffner Pioneer Park, 1100 Crosby Ave, Stevens Point Annual Art in the Park at Pfiffner Pioneer Park,along the 715-346-1531 banks of the Wisconsin River. Many Children’s activities www.stevenspoint.com/rr sponsored by non-profit groups, art & craft vendors, stevenspoint.com/index.aspx?NID=409 including vendors under the age of 18, food by local nonJuly 3 - 5, 2015 10am-10pm Live Music Daily, Food and Refreshments, boat parade, profit groups and entertainment. kids day and more. Fireworks Saturday night.

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Thursday, May 21, 2015 Saturday & Sunday. Activities include an arts & crafts fair, Czech-Slovak cuisine, bakery booths & state kolacky baking contest, 3rd annual Tour de Kolacky bike ride 8-10 a.m., pork & sauerkraut dinner Sun. at 11 a.m., kolacky eating contest, cultural exhibits, Czech-Slovak singers, demonstrations, vendors, kids activities, state queen pageant, live music/dancing, antique machinery display; Saturday Polka Mass- 4:30 p.m. at St. Therese; Queen’s Dinner- 5:45 p.m. Club 13; Old World Beer Garden & live music 6:30 p.m. at the VFW Hall; Black Cow Ice Cream Social 7 p.m. at A&W; and an Ecumenical Polka Service Sunday 9 a.m. at St. John’s.

Progress Days

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Prentice September 5 - 6, 2015 The 55th Annual Progress Days will be held Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 5-6 in Prentice. Food and refreshments will be available throughout the weekend. For more information, visit http://vil.prentice.wi.gov.

Fifield Fire Department, Fifield 715-622-2432 www.tn.fifield.wi.gov May 24 - July 11, 2015 Sponsored by the Fifield Fire Department, this fun and quirky event takes the chore out of mowing your lawn! Expert drivers race their mowers around an oval track, with trophies given to the top five competitors. This fast-paced event has become so popular it now has two summer dates. Pick your favorite mower and cheer them on!

Georgetown ATV, UTV & Off-road Motorcycle Trail

The Georgetown Trail is located on the Price County Forest west of Phillips and allows ATVs, UTVs and off-road motorcycles. The trail is 15.8 miles long, with a gravel surface, and meanders through a variety of different forest types. It is an out and back trail with parking areas located at both the north and south ends of the trail. The parking areas have unloading/ loading ramps and ample room for parking. There are no amenities at either of the parking areas or along the trail; however, there is road route access to businesses on both ends of the trail.

Price County is home to a good portion of the magnificent Flambeau River. As the Flambeau rambles along, the river shows an amazing array of moods, from whitewater to slow, gentle curves and pools. There is a stretch for every paddler, young and old, beginner or expert.

Barn Dance and silent Auction

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Darrel and Luann Lind Farm N1169 German Settlement Rd., Spirit http:germansettlementhistory.org May 24, 2015 7 P.M. -12 a.m. German Settlement History will hold its 11th annual Barn Dance & Silent Auction on Sunday, May 24 from 7 P.m. until midnight at the Darrel and Luann Lind Farm. Dance in the haymow with music by DJ Eric Gladson ”That 1 Productions.” For more information visit http://germansettlementhistoryorg.

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JONESFEST Free Music Festival

W9813 High Road, Kennan 715-356-6858 brendacrafts@gmail.com www.brendacrafts.wix.com/jonesfest September 5, 2015 3 PM to 11 PM Reunited - Classics With A Voice, along with other local favorites to perform 3-11 pm. Free Admission! Music Where the Blacktop Ends. Raffle tickets available for a chance to win great prizes! Food beverages available for purchase. Bring your own lawn chairs. Primitive campsites available. All proceed go to scholarships and charities.

Christmas Tree Festival

Downtown Ogema 715-767-5989 September 26, 2015 9 A.M.- 12 A.M. The 56th annual Christmas Tree Festival will be held Saturday, Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. until midnight in downtown Ogema. For more information, call 715-767-5989.

Fabulous Fishing Lakes & Rivers

Price County may offer the best multi-species freshwater fishing in the country. Roaming our waters are walleye, musky, northern pike, large and smallmouth bass, trout and panfish. In September, you’ll even have the unique opportunity to fish for sturgeon. Freshwater fishing can be done in many ways from shore or a boat, from a bridge or dock, in lakes and ponds, and rivers and streams. There are a variety of freshwater fishing techniques, in addition to gear, baits and lures, depending on the type of fish you’re after. Our guides and sport shops are eager to assist you in landing your trophy fish.

Biking

Plan to bring a touring or mountain bike to Price County. Experience the hundreds of miles of scenic on-road routes and off-road trails available to bikers, including over 90 miles of trail exclusively for nonmotorized use. Biking through Price County will take you on a variety of routes through rolling terrain, ranging from upland ridges to lowland marshes. Connect to the Ice Age National Scenic Trails from Timm’s Hill County Park or wind through the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest.

Auto Tours 32nd Annual Czech-Slovak Community Festival

(We Welcome You) (Majority of activities in the High School) 990 Flambeau Avenue, Phillips 715-339-4100 / 888-408-4800 wdkm@aol.com | www.czech-slovak-festival.com www.facebook.com/PhillipsCzechFest June 19 - 21, 2015 Fri. 7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.- 3 F r i d a y . Lidice Memorial Service, 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church;

The roadways through Price County consist of lightly traveled state, county and forest roads, which provide picture-perfect scenes. Although a tour is great any time of the year, the fall colors in Price County are too breathtaking to miss and what better way to see these vibrant colors than through an auto, motorcycle or bicycle tour of the area. Our fall colors begin to show in early September with peak color occurring around October 1 each year.

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Honor the Earth Pow-Wow

Hayward 715-634-8934 | www.haywardareachamber.com July 17 - 19, 2015 Lac Courte Orielles Ojibwe tribe and the largest powwow in North America, Honor the Earth draws nearly 10,000 guests from around the world. This annual celebration honors mother earth through traditional drumming, dancing and song. Featuring speakers, games, art displays and Native American foods.

Lumberjack World Championships

Hayward 715-634-2484 www.lumberjackworldchampionships.com July 23 - 25, 2015 Guests can watch male and female lumberjacks show their strength and skill in events like the 90-ft. Speed Climb, the Springboard Chop and the Men’s and Women’s Logrolling. Don’t miss the All-Female Bucking Saw Competition. With more than $50,000 in prize money this high-energy event will excite.

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Hayward Musky Festival

715-634-8662 | www.muskyfestival.com June 25 - 28, 2015 This event celebrates Wisconsin’s Northwoods and strong fishing traditions. The weekend includes a catch and release fishing contest, a carnival, live music and street dances, a 5K and 10K race, food, arts, crafts and more. The event concludes with the exciting Grand Parade down Main Street.

Wood County offers visitors a variety of activities at any of our 7 recreational parks, 3 rivers, many lakes, 38,000 acres of county forest land, and 18,500 acres of Wood County State Wildlife Area.

CAMPING North Wood County Park 7500 Park Lane Arpin, WI 54410 South Wood County Park 6411 South Park Road Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 Dexter Park 8200 State Highway 54 Pittsville, WI 54466

Shelter Buildings

The Wood County Park & Forestry Department has seven shelter buildings available for rent. The shelters are located in the South Wood County Park, Nepco County Park, North Wood County Park, Dexter Park and Powers Bluff Park. Wood County Park and Forestry

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Town and Country Dairy Breakfast

Taylor County Fair

Gilman Dairy Days

Northcentral Classics Car Show

Taylor Country Fairgrounds Corner of Hwys 13 and 64, Medford June 7, 2015 6:30 to 12:30 P.M. The Annual Town and Country Dairy Breakfast will be held Sunday, June 7, at the Taylor County Fairgrounds located on the corner of Hwy 13 and Hwy 64 in Medford. Serving runs from 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Gillman Village Park, Gilman 715-447-8147 sebreneman@gmail.com June 20 - 21, 2015 11 A.M. Dairy breakfast served on Saturday, inflatables, face painting, balloon art, a cow pie contest, Gilman Majors Little League Baseball Game, Wine and cheese tasting, Music from noon to 4 p.m. EMS and fire department open house, Aspirus medical flight team, touch-a -truck fund-raiser.

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Northcentral PRCa Rodeo

Brecke rodeo Grounds West of Medford on Hwy 64 , Medford May 29 - 30, 2015 The NorthCentral PRCA Rodeo will be held Friday and Saturday, may 29-30 at the Brecke Rodeo Grounds west of Medford on Hwy 64. For more information, contact Brenda Sommer at 715-678-2031.

Beef Round-up

Brecke Rodeo Grounds 5 Miles West of Medford on Hwy 64, Medford 715-785-7777 http:germansettlementhistory.org May 16, 2015 8 a.m. to 2 p.m The North Central Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association’s Beef Round-up will be held Saturday May 16, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Brecke rodeo grounds located five miles west of Medford on Hwy 64. The event will feature cattle judging, a production animal sale and meals served all day.

Rib Lake Walleye Fish Fry Rib Lake Ice age Pavillion

Mondeaux Dam, Westboro June 27, 2015 1 P.M. The Westboro Conservation club will hold a fishing contest on Saturday, June 27 at Mondeaux Dam. There will be a children’s casting contest at 1 p.m. For more information, contact Bob Pipkorn at 715-4275614

The Strawberries and Cream Festival and Forth of July celebration

Medford City Park, Medford July 3 - 4, 2015 There will be activities for Children and adults to enjoy all at Medford City Park. Live music, games, children’s parade, lots of food and refreshments available. Fireworks display will begin at dusk on July 4.

Little League Tournament

Whittlesy Lion’s park, Whittlesey July 17 - 18, 2015 A little league Tournament for ages 9-10 will be held Friday and Saturday, July 17-18 at the Whittlesey Lions Park. For more information, contact Mike Roiger at 715748-2541

847 Fayette Ave., Rib Lake 715-427-3132 May 22, 2015 4 p.m The annual Rib Lake Walleye Fish Fry event will be at the Rib Lake Ice Age Pavillion, 847 Fayette Ave., Rib Lake on Friday, May 22. Serving Begins at 4 p.m. For more information, contact Cindy Hanke at 715-427-3132.

Taylor County Fairgrounds Corner of Hwys 13 and 64, Medford July 23 - 26, 2015 The Taylor County Fair will be held Thursday through Sunday, July 23-26, at the fairgrounds located at the corner of Hwys 13 and 64 in Medford. Displays of Youth Projects and animals, live music, carnival, food, and lots of family fun

Medford City Park, Medford July 25 - 26, 2015 The Northcentral Classics Car Show will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 25-26 in Medford City Park. For more information, contact Deb Berry at 715-6782561

The Medford Lions Great Rubber Duck Race

Medford City Park, Medford July 26, 2015 The Medford Lions Great Rubber Duck Race will be held on Sunday July 26 in the Medford City Park. For more information, contact Shirley Lemke at 715-785-7573

35 and Older Baseball Tournament

Whittlesey Baseball Park N4989 Ballpark Dr., Whittlesey August 1, 2015 A 35 & Older Baseball Tournament will be held Saturday, Aug 1. at the Whittlesey Baseball Park. For more information, contact Mike Rolger at 715-7482541.

Rib Lake Ice Age Days

Main Street, Rib Lake 715-427-3132 August 7 - 9, 2015 The community-wide celebration features music nightly on main Street, carnival rides, a parade on Sunday starting at 1 P.M. and family fun for all.

Park Fest

Medford City Park, Medford August 13, 2015 5 - 9 p.m. Activities include free swimming and pool games, food stands, bounce houses, and battle of the grills tailgate cook-off from 5-8 P.M. Music by ”The Wise Guys” from 6-9 p.m. For more information, contact the chamber office at 715-748-4729.

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Chelsea Conservation Club Fall Festival

Chelsea Conservation Club 9 miles north of Medford on Hwy 13, Medford 715-748-4613 August 16, 2015 11 A.m. The Chelsea Conservation Club Fall Festival will be held Sunday, Aug. 16. The charcoal chicken dinner begins at 11 a.m. There will also be a horse pull, games for kids, refreshments available and a horseshoe tournament. For more information, contact Rod Meyer at 715-748-4613.

Chair Affair

Downtown Medford August 20, 2015 3-8 P.M. The Friends of the Downtown will hold its annual Chair Affair on Thursday, Aug. 20 from 3-8 p.m. in downtown Medford. For more information contact the chamber office at 715-748-4729.

Drager Memorial Softball Tournament

Whittlesey Baseball Park N4989 Ballpark Dr., Whittlesey September 4 - 6, 2015 The Drager memorial Softball Tournament will be held Friday through Sunday, Sept. 4-6 at the Whittlesey Lions Park. For more information, contact Mike Roiger at 715748-2541.

Gilman Fall Festival

Main Street, Gilman 715-447-8147 sebreneman@gmail.com September 11 - 13, 2015 The Gilman Fall Festival will be held Friday through Sunday, Sept. 11-13. There will be a market on Main Street with food and crafts, exhibits, lawn mower races, volleyball, music, barbecue chicken dinner, cake walk, and a parade. For more information, contact sue Breneman.

Musky Fishing Tournament

Little Spirit Lake Boat Landing Seven miles east of Rib Lake on Hwy 102, Rib Lake www.spiritlakeassoc.org September 19, 2015 A Musky Fishing tournament is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 19 at the Little Spirit Lake Boat landing, seven miles east of Rib Lake on Hwy 102. Two-person teams, with a limit of 25 teams. Registration information is available at www.spiritlakeassoc.org.

715-785-7838 June 6, 2015 Esadore Area Lake Association and the Taylor county sportsman Club will hold a Youth Fishing Clinic (anyone welcome to participate) on Saturday, June 6. Registration is from 8:30-9 a.m. at the High View Inn and open to the public at no charge. For more information, contact Deb Berry at 715-785-7838. Thinkstock photo

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

The Big Event: Auction and Dinner

Vilas

County Town Wide Garage Sale

Boulder Junction 715-385-2400 boulderjct.org May 22 - 24, 2015 Held throughout the Boulder Junction area. Maps available from the Boulder Junction Chamber or Commerce. Contact Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce, 715385-2400 or visit boulderjct.org.

Memorial Day Arts and Crafts Show and Sidewalk Sales

Lions Club Weekly Summer Flea Market

Community Center Hwy M, Boulder Junction 715-686-7970 June 2 - 25, 2015 8 a.m. - mid afternoon. Held every Tuesday, a large outdoor flea/craft market at the Community Center on Hwy. M from 8 a.m. until mid afternoon. Contact: Tom Wierzba, 715-686-7970.

Downtown Eagle River 800-359-6315 info@eagleriver.org www.eagleriver.org May 23, 2015 9:00 A.M - 4 P.M. Kicking off the new summer tourist season, this arts and Great Northern Beer crafts show will feature many area crafters as well as artists from throughout the northwoods. Also taking Festival place at the same time will be our sidewalk sales event Hi-Pines Eagle River Campground which is offered through the many stores in downtown Hwy 45 N , Eagle River 715-891-0421 Eagle River. info@greatnorthernbeerfestival.com www.greatnorthernbeerfestival.com 3rd Thursday Theatre June 13, 2015 2 P.M. - 6: P.M. Community Center, B oulder Junction Eagle River’s Great Northern Beer Festival will be held May 21 - September 17, 2015 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the festival grounds of the Hi-Pines Eagle River A movie every 3rd Thursday of the month at the Campground. Craft beers from more than 30 breweries Community Center from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Contact: Boulder along with samples home brew clubs will be featured. Junction Public Library, 715-385-2050 Attendees will receive a souvenir tasting glass and booklet, and will be able to learn about the brewing Boulder Junction Lions Club process from some of the Midwest’s most celebrated Pork Steak and Chicken Dinner brewers. Community Center, B oulder Junction 715-385-9236 May 23, 2015 7 P.m. Delicious pork steak and chicken dinner served at the Community Center from 3:30-7 p.m. Eat in or carry out. Contact Otis Voeltz, 715-385-9236.

Star Spangled Jubilee Boulder Junction Airport, Boulder Junction 715-543-2085 boulderjct.org July 4, 2015 12 P.M. Enjoy a parade down main Street beginning at 12 noon. Fireworks display at dusk at the Boulder Junction Airport. Contact: Boulder Junction chamber, 715-3852400 or visit boulderjct.org

T he North Lakeland Discovery Center, Boulder Junction 715-543-2085 www.discoverycenter.net May 24, 2015 7:30 P.M. The North Lakeland Discovery Center ’s Largest annual fund-raiser starts at 4-7:30 P.M., with wine tasting, silent and live auctions, and dinner under the tent. All proceeds go to support mission programs. Contact: Discovery Center, 715-543-2085 or discoverycenter.net

Memorial Day service Veterans Memorial Triangle, Boulder Junction 715-385-2302 May 25, 2015 11 A.M. Held at the Veterans Memorial Triangle in Boulder Junction at 11 a.m. then to the Pines Cemetery, west to Hwy K. Contact American Legion Post 451, 715-385-2302.

Callie Rohr Memorial Canoe & Kayak Race

Rohr’s Wilderness Tours, Conover 715-547-3639 info@wtcanoe.com www.rwcanoe.com/canoerace June 13 - 14, 2015 2 P.M. - 6: P.M. This is a 26 mile 2-day marathon canoe race on the historic Headwaters of the Wisconsin River. Paddlers can paddle a whole marathon, half marathon, or a short ”Paddle For A Cure” race. This beautiful, fast and wild stream, with lots of challenging turns and obstacles, makes for an exciting and challenging race. Net proceeds from this worthwhile and fun event will be used to support pediatric brain tumor research.

Free Fishing Seminars Community Center

Boulder Junction boulderjct.org June 14 - September 6, 2015 7 p.m. Boulder Junction fishing guides offer free fishing seminars throughout the summer. Various topics. Held at the Boulder Junction Community Center on Sundays at 7 P.M. Contact: Boulder Junction Chamber, 715-385-2400 or visit boulderjct.org.

25th Annual volunteer Fire Department Giant Chicken Barbeque

Fire Station, Boulder Junction 715-385-2002 July 4, 2015 12 P.M. - 6 P.M. Full buffet chicken dinner open to the public. Held at the Fire Station from 12-6 P.M. Tickets available in advance or at the door. Contact: Boulder Junction Fire Department 715-385-2002

Guides kids day in Eagle River Vilas

County Fairgrounds Hwy 70 W, Eagle River 800-359-6315 info@eagleriver.org www.eagleriver.org July 9, 2015 10 A.M.-3 P.M. This fun filled day for children between the ages of 7 and 12 is held on the second Thursday of July each year. Area guides come together to share the beautiful northwoods by taking a child fishing for the afternoon. It’s a great event where many fishing tales and traits are shared and learned.

Guides kids day

Vilas County Fairgrounds Hwy 70 W, Eagle River Library Children’s Summer 800-359-6315 Reading Program info@eagleriver.org Boulder Junction Public Library, Boulder Junction www.eagleriver.org 715-385-2050 July 9, 2015 10 A.M.-3 P.M. boulderjct.org This fun filled day for children between the ages of 7 June 24 - August 12, 2015 10:30 A.M. and 12 is held on the second Thursday of July each Wednesdays at 10:30 at the Boulder Junction Library. year. Area guides come together to share the beautiful Contact: Boulder Junction Public Library, 715-385-2050 northwoods by taking a child fishing for the afternoon. It’s a great event where many fishing tales and traits are shared and learned. Music on Main Street Downtown Boulder Junction 715-385-2400 Bear River Pow-Wow boulderjct.org Lac du Flambeau July 1 - August 5, 2015 7-9 P.M. 715-588-3333 Local Musicians perform in downtown Boulder Junction July 10 - 12, 2015 on Wednesday evenings from 7 - 9 P.M. contact: Boulder The annual Bear River Pow-Wow is a celebration that Junction chamber 715-385-2400 or visit boulderjct.org offers crafts, food, dancing and four grand entries, bringing tribes together from across the nation to celebrate their rich and distinct heritage. Just Tri it! Triathlon Discovery Center, Boulder Junction 715-543-2085 discoverycenter.net July 4, 2015 8:30 A.M.- 1 P.M. This fourth of July, take a tour around the beautiful Northwoods. Includes a 300yd swim, 10K mountain bike and 5K trail run. Register as a team or an individual, 8:30a.m.-1p.m. Contact Discovery Center, 715-543-2085 or discoverycenter.net Vilas COUNTY CONTINUED on page 20

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Musky Fun Run Boulder Junction Baseball Park 715-385-2400 boulderjct.org August 9, 2015 7:30 A.M. 5K and 10K courses beginning at the Boulder Junction Baseball Park and winding through scenic, gently rolling asphalt surfaced roads, woodland and paved trails. Race begins at 7:30am. Kids Races (10 and under): 1K and 100-yard dash, following the 10K finish. Contact: Boulder Junction Chamber, (715) 385-2400 or boulderjct.org

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Trinity Lutheran Church Ladies Guild Salad Luncheon

Boulder Junction Trinity Lutheran Church 715-356-3902 July 14, 2015 11 A.M. - 1 P.M. Held at the Boulder Junction Trinity Lutheran Church. Sale including jewelry, attic treasures, and baked goods, starting at 10 A.M. Salad Luncheon from 11 A.M. - 1 P.M. Contact Karen Walbruck 715-356-3902.

Artarama

Riverside Park, Hwy 70 W, E agle River 715-525-2100 info@artarama-er.com www.artarama-er.com July 18, 2015 9 A.M.- 3 P.M. Eagle River, one of the Midwest’s most upscale and beautiful resort communities, annually hosts Artarama’s River Walk Art Show, which has become a nationally known one-day art and fine crafts festival. Located in lovely Riverside Park, the show and sale draws topquality artists and a large art savvy and buying public. The festival also features live music and picnic-style food.

19th Annual Lion’s Club Cash Raffle Drawing Party

Community Center, B oulder Junction 715-892-6675 July 18, 2015 5 - 8 p.m. Exciting summer raffle drawing party for all ticket holders. 5-8 P.M. at the Community Center (ticket sales limited to 275) contact Jim Tait 715-892-6675.

59th Annual Musky Jamboree

Main Street, Boulder Junction 715-385-2400 boulderjct.org August 9, 2015 Join us on Main Street from 9am-4pm for a car show, over 150 arts & crafts booths, food booths, kids casting contest, flea market, live entertainment and more. Contact: Boulder Junction Chamber, (715) 385-2400 or boulderjct.org

Community Church of Boulder Junction Annual Strawberry Social

Boulder Junction Community Center 715-385-2146 July 21, 2015 10 A.M.-2 P.M. Come and enjoy a fun filled day from 8 A.M. - 2 P.M. at the new BJ community Center; bake sale, bazaar with handmade items and white elephant sale as part of the flea market. BBQ lunch and strawberries and ice cream served from 10 A.M. 2 P.M. Contact Boulder Junction Community Church, 715-385-2146.

Northwoods summer Art tour

Chamber of Commerce, Boulder Junction northwoodsarttour.com Downtown Boulder Junction July 24 - 26, 2015 10 A.M.- 5 P.M. 715-385-2400 A self-guided tour of artist owned galleries and studios. boulderjct.org Artist demonstrations and art available for purchase. July 21, 2015 Brochures available at area Chambers of Commerce or Held throughout the Boulder Junction downtown area, northwoodsarttour.com. Contact: Arlene Bozicnik, 715enjoy a bargain extravaganza at all participating shops 385-3334. from 9 A.M. - 5 P.M. Contact Boulder Junction Chamber, 715-385-2400 or visit boulderjct.org

Sidewalk Sales Day

Boulder Junction History Day

Boulder Junction Historical Society Museum 715-385-2400 August 8, 2015 11 A.M. - 4 P.M. Boulder Junction Historical Society Museum open 11 A.M.-4 P.M. Watch history come alive during the Picnic Theatre’s performance of a special figure in Boulder Junction’s history. Brat & bake sale. Contact Josie Allen 715-385-2617.

Woodcarvers Workshop Boulder Junction Community Center August 18 - 21, 2015 This workshop presents lessons from noted carvers and is designed for all carvers, beginner to expert. Held at the Boulder Junction Community Center. Contact: Phil Strand (715) 356-5645. Paul Bunyan Fest

Downtown Eagle River 800-359-6315 info@eagleriver.org www.eagleriver.org August 19, 2015 10 A.M.- 4 P.M. Enjoy this fun-filled day in downtown Eagle River as we celebrate our logging heritage. Huge Musky Jamboree Musky Jamboree Polka Fest street sale featuring many of Wisconsin’s finest artisans, Main Street, Boulder Junction Street Party logging era musical entertainment, chainsaw carving 715-385-2400 Coontail Corner, Boulder Junction demonstrations and great food, including a huge Paul boulderjct.org 715-385-2400 Bunyan-size beef sandwich and luncheon round out the August 8, 2015 5 - 9 p.m. boulderjct.org Join us on Main Street next to Peeplelures for our day. August 7, 2015 7-10 P.M. 7-10 P.M. with live music & fireworks. Located by inaugural Polka Fest from 5-9 P.M. Boulder Junction Coontail Corner. Contact: Boulder Juction Chamber, 715- Lions Club will be serving beverages. Dance the night away! Contact: Boulder Junction Chamber, 715-385385-2400 or visit boulderjuct.org. 2400 or boulderjct.org Vilas COUNTY CONTINUED on page 21

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

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National Championship Musky Open

Vilas County Fairgrounds, Hwy 70 W, Eagle River 800-359-6315 info@eagleriver.org www.muskeyopen.com August 21, 2015 The largest amateur Musky Tournament in existence. This annual event draws over 1,100 anglers from all over the world. Come prove your skill or just come along for the fun. This is a great family oriented tournament for young musky anglers to expert musky anglers. Everyone is invited to try his or her luck.

Labor Day Arts and Crafts Show and Sausage Fest

Downtown Eagle River and Riverview Park Eagle River 800-359-6315 info@eagleriver.org www.eagleriver.org September 6, 2015 10 A.M.- 4 P.M. Take in a late summer arts and crafts show featuring many area crafters and artists from throughout the northwoods. Then enjoy a family friendly fun event with an Octoberfest theme featuring a variety of sausages, live music, a 5K run, and games for children.

39th Annual World Championship Musky Classic

Boulder Junction wcmuskyclassic.com September 11 - 13, 2015 Musky Tournament sponsored by four local communities: Boulder Junction, Manitowish Waters, Presque Isle, & Winchester. Times vary. Contact: Beth Kebl, (715) 5432657 or Beth Meyer, (715) 499-3245 wcmuskyclassic.com

23rd annual Colorama Arts and Crafts Fair

Community Center, Boulder Junction 715-385-2400 boulderjct.org September 12, 2015 9 A.M.- 3 P.M. Craft show, farmers market and wild game sandwiches at the Community Center from 9am-3pm. Contact: Boulder Junction Chamber, (715) 385-2400 or boulderjct.org

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Eagle River 800-359-6315 info@eagleriver.org www.eagleriver.org September 12 - October 12, 2015 8 A.M. Join us for a great bike ride from Tribute Brewing Company to Three Lakes Winery on the Three Eagle Trail -- and back for those choosing to ride 26 miles. Another option is to ride only 13 miles - one way. Proceeds from this ride will support the Great Headwaters Trails Foundation in the development of bike trails for eastern Vilas County.

Cranberry Fest

Vilas County Fairgrounds Hwy 70 W, Eagle River 800-359-6315 info@eagleriver.org www.cranberryfest.org October 3 - 4, 2015 Saturday 9:00 A.M - 4 P.M. Sunday 9 A.M.-3 P.M. Celebrate the fall harvest of Wisconsin’s state fruit - the cranberry - on the first full weekend of October. Everything cranberries and more! From delicious foods, pastries and warm autumn drinks to homemade goods, arts and crafts, clothing and music; this annual festival draws a huge family friendly crowd of over 45,000 people.

56th Annual Colorama dinner

Camp Manito-Wish YMCA, Boulder Junction 715-385-2400 boulderjct.org September 19, 2015 6 P.M. Enjoy a meal of wild game and chicken at Camp Manito-wish YMCA. Dinner served promptly at 6pm. Entertainment and door prizes. Sponsored by the Boulder Junction Community Foundation. Contact: Boulder Junction Chamber, (715) 385-2400 or visit boulderjct.org

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

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Dairyfest

Marshfield Fairgrounds and various locations throughout Marshfield 513 E. 17th St., Marshfield 715-384-3454 DebbieBauer@MarshfieldChamber.com www.marshfieldchamber.com/events May 29 - 31, 2015 Visit website for times and locations of all activities. Mayor’s Breakfast, arts & crafts, old-fashioned picnic, concert and movie in the park, downtown Dairyfest and Kiddie parades. Visitors from around Wisconsin visit us for this event, which has seen as many as 20,000 dairy lovers. Wisconsin State Cornhole Tourney also being held over the weekend.

Our Top 5 Marshfield Events

Various Locations in Marshfield (715) 384-4314 info@visitmarshfield.com www.visitmarshfield.com May 1-September 30 May 29-31 Dairyfest May 29-30 Wisconsin State Cornhole Championships July 24-25 Hub City Days September 2-7 Central Wisconsin State Fair September 19-20 Maple Fall Fest

Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Music in the Park

Wisconsin State Cornhole Championships

Marshfield Fairgrounds Park 513 E. 17th St., Marshfield 715-384-4314 info@visitmarshfield.com www.visitmarshfield.com/calendar May 29 - 30, 2015 Visit website for times and locations “Wisconsin’s First Ever State Cornhole Tournament, being held during Dairyfest weekend! Click on the link on our website for more information and to register online.

Alpine Village Business Park, Town of Rome, Nekoosa 715-422-4860 programs@wisconsinrapidschamber.com http://members.wisconsinrapidschamber.com/events/ calendar/2015-06-01 June 9- August 11, 2015 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Bring your family & friends and enjoy Gather by the Gazebo for Music in the Park in the Alpine Village Business Park - Town of Rome. Entertainment is provided. Food is also available for purchase. Come on out and enjoy an evening of relaxation.

Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Lunch by the River

Veterans Memorial Park 112 2nd Street S , Wisconsin Rapids 715-422-4860 programs@wisconsinrapidschamber.com http://members.wisconsinrapidschamber.com/events/ details/lunch-by-the-river-august-21-2014-15159 6/11/15-8/27/15 11:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. “Lunch by the River is your opportunity to make your way to Veterans’ Memorial Park to enjoy entertainment and good food along the Wisconsin River. Every Thursday running until the end of August, from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm enjoy a taste of Wisconsin Rapids with different food vendors and entertainment from various groups in the community. Each week is sponsored by a different business and is sure to be a favorite summertime event. Don’t leave without stopping at the custard stand.

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Cranberry Blossom Festival

Various locations throughout Wisconsin Rapids 715-422-4650 mvanderhei@visitwisrapids.com www.blossomfest.com June 18 - 21, 2015 Join us for the 2015 Cranberry Blossom Festival June 18-21 in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Wisconsin Rapids is in the heart of cranberry country and we are proud to celebrate where the berries begin. The festival is filled with â&#x20AC;&#x153;berryâ&#x20AC;? fun events including, live music, a parade, arts and crafts, a carnival and of course culinary treats featuring Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s #1 fruit crop, the cranberry! Check out our event schedule for more information on all that the festival has to offer.

Witter Field , Corner of 8th Street and Chestnut Street, Wisconsin Rapids 715-422-4860 programs@wisconsinrapidschamber.com http://members.wisconsinrapidschamber.com/events/ details/2015-cranberry-blossom-arts-crafts-and-more June 20, 2015 0:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Join us for a day at Witter Field for the Crafts, Arts and Cranberries Show from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. We will have over 50 vendors and lots of food vendors to choose from. Carnival will be in town this weekend and a car show.

Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce - Cranberry Blossom Festival Parade

Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce June Dairy & Berry Breakfast

Lincoln High School 1801 16th Street S, Wisconsin Rapids 715-422-4860 programs@wisconsinrapidschamber.com http://members.wisconsinrapidschamber.com/events/ details/2015-june-dairy-berry-breakfast-16831 June 19, 2015 6:00 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.

Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce - Cranberry Blossom Arts, Crafts, and More Show

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Downtown Wisconsin Rapids Grand Ave from 11th Street over Grand Ave bridge until 2nd Ave, Wisconsin Rapids 715-422-4860 programs@wisconsinrapidschamber.com http://members.wisconsinrapidschamber.com/events/ details/cranberry-blossom-fest-parade-2015-16825 June 21, 2015 12:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. Participants and spectators will gather downtown to watch the annual Cranberry Blossom Fest Parade featuring a the Cranberry Guy, the Cranberry Blossom Festival Princess and her court, and a variety of floats with special guests the UW Marching Band. WOOD COUNTY CONTINUED on page 24

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Hub City Days

Wisconsin State Water-Ski Show Championships

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S outh Wood County Park/Lake Wazeecha Red Sands Beach 7100 South Park Road, Wisconsin Rapids 715-422-4650 mvanderhei@visitwisrapids.com www.aquaskiers.org/wi-state/ July 16 - 19, 2015 7:00 am-6:00 pm daily Experience beauty, grace, thrills and raw power as 27 Ski Show Teams from Wisconsin and the region, perform one amazing act after another. Each water ski show consist of numerous acts, choreographed to a common theme. Think of it as a stage show on water – a liquid stage that’s ever-changing and never the same twice. Hub City Days

Downtown Marshfield, Central Avenue, Marshfield 715-387-3299 info@mainstreetmarshfield.com www.mainstreetmarshfield.com July 24 - 25, 2015 Visit website for times and locations. A celebration of downtown Marshfield’s historic past, present and future. Join with friends and family for a weekend of fun, food and entertainment in historic downtown Marshfield, including 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament and Hub City Car Show. Visit the website for more info and to register online.

Abbotsford First City Days

Red Arrow Park, Abbotsford 712-223-2342 August 7 - 9, 2015 Beer tent, music, craft show, kid’s games, snowmobile swap, ATV pull, softball tournament, car show, food and more. Call 715-223-2342.

Marshfield Area Kennel Club Dog Show

Central Wisconsin State Fairgrounds 513 E. 17th St., Marshfield 715-387-1261 info@makc.org http://www.makc.org/show.html August 15 - 16, 2015 Visit website for more information “We’re very proud of the compliments our Shows earn each year from exhibitors, spectators, and judges. Our clean, comfortable, convenient facilities and gracious hospitality can’t be beat...plan on joining us this year!

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Wildwood Park & Zoo 1800 S. Roddis, Marshfield (715) 384-4314 info@visitmarshfield.com www.visitmarshfield.com September 19 - 20, 2015 Saturday 10 am to 4 pm; Sunday 10 am to 2 pm; Over 150 arts/crafts vendors, potato and regular pancake breakfast, maple syrup and maple dessert contests, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s area with inflatable rides, Amish specialties, food court and beer garden. Special appearance on Sunday by â&#x20AC;?Mad Dog & Merrill - Grillinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Buddiesâ&#x20AC;?

52nd Annual Wisconsin Fur Trappers Rendezvous

Marshfield Fairgrounds 513 E. 17th St., Marshfield 888-601-8727 wta.convention@frontier.com www.wistrap.org September 2 - 7, 2015 Visit website for activities and times. Held annually, this event has the best in trapping and hunting vendors and educational seminars for the outdoor enthusiast.

Prairie du Chien Jaycees FleaMarket

23rd Annual Maple Fall Fest

Marshfield Cranberry Century Bike Tour

NEW LOCATION -for start and finish of ride/the UW-Marshfield Fine Arts Building 2000 W. 5th Street, Marshfield (715) 3847-5899 info@visitmarshfield.com www.rmhc-marshfield.org September 20, 2015 7 am to 11 am Choose from a 100, 64, 40 or 20-mile bike tour route. Cost per rider is $25, which includes a t-shirt, lunch and refreshments, homemade chocolate cookies and cranberry coffee cake. All proceeds from this event support programs at the Ronald McDonald House in Marshfield.

Friday - Sunday June 19-21

Jaycee FleaMarket & Food Court

on the south end of St. Feriole Island in Prairie du Chien, WI

Over 200 vendors from across the country! Beer Tent with

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Prairie Villa Rendezvous Thursday - Sunday June 18-21 held on the north end of St. Feriole Island in Prairie du Chien, WI

Sponsored by the Big River Long Rifles, Inc JAYCEE Buffalo Burger Stand, Primitive Bow Shoot, Knife & Hawk Event, Black Powder Shoot, Music by Richard (Blackhawk) Kapusta and many more activities.

Cranberry Harvest Tours

Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce 15th Annual Downtown Grand Affair

Downtown Wisconsin Rapids West Grand Ave., Wisconsin Rapids 715-422-4860 programs@wisconsinrapidschamber.com http://members.wisconsinrapidschamber.com/events/ details/15th-annual-downtown-grand-affair-16384 September 13, 2015 10:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Bring your family and friends out and enjoy the day!! Event Highlights: Arts & Crafts Farmers Market Live Music Food Vendors Kids Activities Car Show WRCT â&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;?Cultural Classicsâ&#x20AC;?â&#x20AC;?

Glacial Lake Cranberries 2480 County Road D , Wisconsin Rapids 715-887-2095 info@cranberrylink.com www.cranberrylink.com September 21 - October 24, 2015 Open Monday-Saturday 9 am-3 pm, 3rd week of Septem ber. Glacial Lake Cranberries is a historic and sustainable cranberry marsh that has been in continuous operation since 1873. This family owned and operated cranberry marsh offers one-of-a-kind cranberry tours during harvest which is late-September through lateOctober. Experience the cranberry harvest, listen to the song of the sandhill crane, and view the vibrant fall colors over a bright sea of red. Learn history and fun facts, view videos, and shop for cranberry-themed gifts at the Glacial Lake Cranberries Visitor Center. Be sure to bring your camera to capture the harvest in action and breathtaking views! Reservations are required, call 715887-2095 for more information. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget your camera to capture the harvest in action!

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Burnett County

World Championship Snowmobile Watercross

Grantsburg 715-463-42-69 www.grantsburgwatercross.com July 17 - 19, 2015 Other people put their snowmobiles away for the season, but each summer Wisconsin hosts the World Championship Snowmobile Watercross, where athletes race their snowmobiles across Memory Lake in Grantsburg. Join thousands of spectators to cheer on competitors, enjoy street dances and live music.

Madison 608-257-0158 www.mmoca.org/art-fair July 11 - 12, 2015 Head to Madison’s Capitol Square for Art Fair on the Square. The festival features more than 500 artists from across the country and is one of the largest and most popular juried art fairs in the Midwest. Browse unique paintings, prints, photographs, sculptures and jewelry.

National Mustard Day

Escape Uncork Summer Food, Wine & Music Festival

Wickman House Restaurant Ellison Bay 920-854-4450 www.uncorksummer.com June 27, 2015 Local chefs from area restaurants offer an extensive variety of cuisine like artisan cheese, baked goods, barbeque, Spanish tapas and Scandinavian fare just to name a few. Sip handcrafted beers and cocktails while grooving to the sounds of Door County musical artists. Stop by and uncork some fun!

Douglas County

Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival

Superior 715-395-6169 www.lakesuperiordragons.com August 21 - 22, 2015 Each summer at the Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival, teams of 22 paddlers race each other 450 meters in colorful and beautifully decorated dragon boats. Visitors can cheer on from the shores and enjoy fantastic food, music and a craft fair.”

Middleton 608-831-2222 www.mustardmuseum.com August 1, 2015 On the first Saturday in August each year, the Mustard Museum in Middleton hosts National Mustard Day. The family-friendly event is filled with an abundance of Walleye Weekend Festival mustard-related fun to honor the“King of Condiments. Fond Du Lac Enjoy free hot dogs, mustard tastings, music, games, 920-923-6555 entertainment and more. www.walleyeweekend.com June 12 - 14, 2015 Taste of Madison One of Wisconsin’s largest festivals. Reel in lots of fun Madison with musical acts, family activities and sporting events 608-276-9797 during this exciting summer festival. Walleye Weekend www.tasteofmadison.com raises money for local charities, including this year’s September 5 - 6, 2015 Hearts to Heroes motorcycle charity ride benefiting Each year over Labor Day weekend, Wisconsin’s capital American Legion Riders. fills with local food, beverage and entertainment stands. This year will feature more than 85 vendors covering the Capital Square all weekend long. Try food from Madison’s top restaurants while enjoying a free concert experience.

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Door County Beer Festival

Baileys Harbor 920-915-9880 www.doorcountybeerfestival.com June 20, 2015 Pair your beer with street food prepared with local ingredients by area chefs. The festival welcomes live music by Minneapolis rockers The Dead Pigeons this year. Wisconsin Foodie’s Kyle Cherek will also lead a round table discussion with Wisconsin brewers, including Lakefront Brewery’s Russ Klisch.

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Beer, Bacon & Cheese

Downtown New Glarus 800-527-6838 www.swisstown.com June 13, 2015 Pick up an event wristband and enjoy unlimited sampling of craft beer, specialty meats and artisan cheeses, beer, bacon and cheese-inspired foods like bacon jam burgers,beer cheese soup, cheese pie with bacon and fudge with bacon.

Kenosha County

Outta Sight Kite Flight

Kennedy Park, Kenosha 414-305-3145 www.giftofwings.com June 6 - 7, 2015 Watch 600 kites soar during the free event at Kennedy Park. This year features Chicago Fire, the nation’s number one kite flying team, and the Canadian Dream Team from Montreal showcasing a giant 150-foot octopus kite. Guests can take part in kite-flying lessons, kite-making workshops and much more.

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50th annual Greek Fest

Wisconsin State Fair Park West Allis 262-594-6301 414-461-9400 Menominee Nation Contest www.annunciationwi.org June 19- July 21, 2015 Pow-Wo Greek Fest celebrates 50 years of all things Greek at Keshena Wisconsin State Fair Park. Shop at the Greek Market, 715-799-5114 full of imported goods, or enjoy traditional Greek music www.menominee-nsn.gov and dancing. Try authentic foods, including gyros, Greek July 31 - August 2, 2015 Now in its 49th year, this annual pow-wow offers a chicken, lamb, souvlaki and baklava. Don’t miss a chance diverse array of events and activities celebrating the to be Greek for a day. Native American spirit. Spectators can enjoy dancing and singing competitions, traditional cuisine and an Summerfest assortment of merchandise, including Native American Milwaukee beadwork and apparel. 414-273-2680 www.summerfest.com June 24- July 5, 2015 The World’s Largest Music Festival comes to Milwaukee for 11 days each summer. With more than 1,000 performances on 11 different stages, and a list of headliners that includes Ed Sheeran, Keith Urban and Florida Georgia Line, this is a can’t-miss summer event. PrideFest Henry W. Maier Festival Park Milwaukee Bastille Days 414-272-3378 Cathedral Square Park, Milwaukee www.pridefest.com 414-271-1416 June 5 - 7, 2015 www.bastilledaysfestival Pridefest is one of the nation’s largest LGBT festivals, July 9 - 12, 2015 with more than 31,000 visitors last year. Held at the Tap into your own inner Parisian at this free, four-day Henry W. Maier Festival Park, the fest promises exciting, affair boasting an international marketplace, epicurean diverse and high-energy entertainment with more than delights, roaming busker entertainment and a 43-ft 150 local and national acts across eight stages, includ- Eiffel Tower replica. Guests will find a variety of musical ing a Dance Pavilion. stylings across five stages including jazz, folk and Cajun.

County

Manitowoc Milwaukee County

Carp Fest and Wisconsin Carp Fishing Championship

Two Rivers 920-973-0761 www.trba.info June 6 - 7, 2015 Join world-class carp anglers in Two Rivers, for Carp Fest and the Wisconsin Carp Fishing Championship. Competitors of this tournament compete to be a Wisconsin Champion & for a spot on Team USA in the World Carp Championship. Enjoy live music, food and plenty of family-friendly activities.

Wisconsin Maritime Museum: Submarine Fest

Manitowoc 866-724-2356 www.wisconsinmaritime.org July 10 - 12, 2015 The Wisconsin Maritime Museum will host Subfest, featuring WWII submarine movie showings, US Navy’s Up Periscope art exhibit, sidewalk sales, vendors, live music, a fireworks show and more. Check out the museum’s 19th century shipbuilding town and nation’s most completely restored WWII submarine!

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Polish Fest

Milwaukee 414-529-2140 www.polishfest.org June 12 - 14, 2015 America’s largest Polish festival continues this year. The three-day event brings Polish artisans, folk dancers, a cultural village and marketplace. Enjoy Polish baked goods such as pierogias. Listen to Polish rock bands or taste vodka in one of the vodka tastings happening throughout the weekend.

Marinette County

Festa Italiana

Milwaukee 414-223-2808 www.festaitaliana.com July 17 - 19, 2015 Milwaukee is home to the country’s largest ItalianAmerican festival Festa Italiana. Celebrate all things Italian food, family, arts and culture! This year’s event will feature wine tastings, fireworks, cooking demonstrations, children’s activities and live entertainment.

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Logging and Heritage Festival

Marinette 715-732-4333 www.marinetteloggingandheritagefestival.com July 11 - 12, 2015 The event kicks off Friday with a family movie night, and continues Saturday and Sunday with multiple performances of the popular Timberworks Lumberjack Show, a 5K run/walk, live music, children’s activities, craft vendors, a car show, grand parade and more.

35th annual German Fest

Milwaukee 414-464-9444 www.germanfest.com July 24 - 26, 2015 German Fest is the nation’s largest German Festival, drawing thousands of visitors and serving more than 10,000 pounds of sauerkraut and enough brats to stretch the length of eight Empire State Buildings! Enjoy German food, music, entertainment, a cultural village and, of course, great German beer.

African World Festival

Milwaukee 414-291-7659 www.awfmke.com August 1, 2015 Celebrate African-American heritage and culture during the African World Festival. For more than 30 years, this festival has promoted and shared the culture and heritage of African descents with ethnic food, cultural village and music ranging from gospel and R&B to oldschool hip hop and jazz.

Wisconsin State Fair

West Allis 414-266-7000 www.wistatefair.com August 6 - 16, 2015 Explore agriculture through numerous animal barns indulging in novel fair food, listen to live music on 30 stages, and enjoying family activities, events and contests. New attractions 2015 include the Sea Lion Splash show, the bunny-hopping competition and tightrope-walking daredevil Nik Wallenda.

35th Annual Irish Fest

Milwaukee 414-476-3378 www.irishfest.com August 13 - 16, 2015 Home to the world’s largest celebration of Irish music and culture, the four-day festival showcases more than 100 entertainment acts on 16 stages. The fest includes tradition Irish fare, a Celtic cultural village, family-friendly activities and emerging international musicians.”

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Mexican Fiesta

Milwaukee 414-383-7066 www.mexicanfiesta.org August 21 - 23, 2015 Experience Mexican culture without having to leave Wisconsin! Each summer the authentic aroma, sounds and songs of Mexico visit Milwaukee’s lakefront for a three-day fiesta. Guests can enjoy live entertainment, delicious food, a cultural pavilion and more.

Indian Summer Festival

Milwaukee 414-604-1000 www.indiansummer.org September 11 - 13, 2015 Through storytelling, dance, song and drumming, Indian Summer Festival invites visitors to experience the culture of Wisconsin’s Woodland tribes. Fest-goers can experience traditional food, cultural crafts, canoe rides and a pow-wow featuring the popular smoke dance competition.

Monroe County

31st Annual Sparta Butterfest

Sparta 608-269-4123 www.spartabutterfest.com June 11 - 14, 2015 Sparta Butterfest celebrates Sparta’s buttery heritage as historic award-winning butter makers. With an array of activities like milking contests, butter making demonstrations and the always popular Butterfest parade, there is no shortage of family fun during this four-day festival”

Budweiser Dairyland Super National Truck & Tractor Pull

Tomah 608-372-2081 www.tomahtractorpull.com June 25 - 28, 2015 Get ready for four days of serious truck and tractor pulling competition at the Budweiser Dairyland Super National Truck & Tractor Pull in Tomah. The event features six shows and two pull tracks. Competitions include Light Unlimited, Super Semi, TWD Trucks, FWD Trucks, Super Farm Tractors and more.

Outagaimie County

Great Wisconsin Cheese Festival

Little Chute 920-788-7380 www.littlechutewi.org June 5 - 7, 2015 Fresh Art Spring Tour invites guests to discover some of the finest art studios and galleries in scenic Lake Pepin and the Chippewa River Valley. This self-guided tour, guests can meet 24 local artists in 13 different galleries, creating an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at Wisconsin’s artwork.

Chocoholic Frolic

Appleton 262-594-6301 www.chocoholicfrolicrun.com August 2, 2015 Appleton’s Chocoholic Frolic combines the best of both worlds with this unique 5K and 10K race. Take your sweet time by running, jogging or walking through each course. Competitors are rewarded for their hard work with chocolate-y treats and race swag at the finish line. Register online!

Hamburger Fest and Balloon Rally

Seymour 920-833-6688 www.homeofthehamburger.org August 7 - 9, 2015 Enjoy the world’s largest hamburger parade, a hamburger eating contest, the popular ketchup slide, a car show, live music, the serving of a 190 lb. giant cheeseburger and more! Hamburger Fest takes place Saturday and enjoy the Hot Air Balloon Rally Friday and hot air balloon ascensions all weekend.

Ozaukee County

Strawberry Festival

Cedarburg 262-377-3891 www.cedarburgfestivals.org June 27 - 28, 2015 Get your fill of strawberry ice cream, strawberry wine, strawberry brats and much more. This street festival features arts and crafts vendors, a painting competition, fun events, activities and an endless amount of homegrown strawberry treats.

Pepin

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Annual Fresh Art Spring Tour

Chippewa River Valley Pepin 715-672-8188 www.freshart.org June 5 - 7, 2015 Fresh Art Spring Tour invites guests to discover some of the finest art studios and galleries in scenic Lake Pepin and the Chippewa River Valley. This self-guided tour, guests can meet 24 local artists in 13 different galleries, creating an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at Wisconsin’s artwork.

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Escape American Players Theatre ”Beyond the Plays”

Spring Green 608-588-2361 www.americanplayers.org/events Fete de Fleurs July 25 - September 6, 2015 St. Croix Falls “Beyond the Plays” gives audience members a unique 920-915-9880 chance to enhance their theater-going experience by www.chateaustcroix.com engaging in lively discussion about the theater’s current June 20 - July 21/15 repertoire. Offered Saturdays and Sundays, includes Calling all wine enthusiasts! Fete de Fleurs, or “flower- question and answer sessions as well as tours of the ing of the vines, is Chateau St. Croix Winery’s annual theater. summer festival with live music, gourmet food and arts and crafts booths. Relax in the summer sun while sipping Cranes of the World wine or enjoy one of the many tours of the winery. “ Festival Baraboo 608-356-9462 www.savingcranes.org August 8 - 9, 2015 The Cranes of the World festival in Baraboo is the only place in the world where visitors can view all 15 Salmon-A-Rama distinct species of cranes in one place! This unbeatable Racine opportunity is paired with guided crane and prairie hikes, 800-272-2463 tours, special programs, arts and crafts and much more. www.salmon-a-rama.com July 11 - 19, 2015 Soak in the sun and fresh air during the friendly Wisconsin State Cow Chip competition that has produced trophy fish like a world Throw record 41-lb. brown trout in 2010. Contest divisions Prairie Du Sac include offshore, onshore, youth and perch divisions 608-643-4317 www.wiscowchip.com with a newly upped grand prize of $20,000! September 4 - 5, 2015 Each year more than 40,000 visitors head to Prairie du 39th Annual World Sac to watch as competitors throw flattened “cow Championship Snowmobile chips” (read: dried cow patty) as far as they can. It’s Watercross not just about the cow cakes though the weekend Racine festivities also includes a run/walk, arts and crafts and 800-272-2463 live entertainment. www.grantsburgwatercross.com July 17 - 19, 2015 Other people put their snowmobiles away for the season, but each summer Wisconsin hosts the World Championship Snowmobile Watercross, where athletes race their snowmobiles across Memory Lake in Grantsburg. Join thousands of spectators to cheer on competitors, enjoy street dances and live music. Festival of Beer Kohler 1-855-444-2838 www.destinationkohler.com/beerfestival May 29 - 31, 2015 Beer fans unite at the Festival of Beer to honor Wisconsinites’ drink of choice. Premium craft brewers Big Top Parade and circus Celebration from around the nation gather in Kohler for music, Baraboo cooking demonstrations and flowing taps. Taste 608-356-8333 delicious grilled dishes created by top local and regional www.bigtopparade.com chefs specially paired with delicious craft beer. July 25, 2015 Known as the Circus City, Baraboo boasts an impressive Midsummer Circus Celebration in its historic downtown district. Festival of the Arts This year’s grand marshals are Baraboo natives and Sheboygan indie-pop band PHOX. Enjoy circus-themed floats and 920-458-6144 performances, live music, walking tours and plenty of www.jmkac.org fun-filled children’s activities. July 18 - 19, 2015 Visit the beautiful John Michael Kohler Arts Center to view the impressive works of more than 135 artists showcasing ceramics, drawing, glass, jewelry, metal, painting, photography and other art. The annual event is also host to live musical performances, art-making workshops and food trucks.

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Escape 2015 PGA Championship

Kohler 920-547-4977 www.pga.com/pgachampionship August 10 -16, 2015 The rugged and windswept terrain of the dynamic Whistling Straits Golf Course is the perfect backdrop for the 2015 PGA Championship. More than 150 of the world’s best golfers, including defending champ Rory McIlroy, will compete for the coveted Wanamaker Trophy during this spectacular six day event.

Washburn County

Northwoods Blues Festival

Spooner 715-638-2204 www.northwoodsbluesfest.com June 26 - 27, 2015 Each year Spooner serves up two days of soulful tunes during the Northwoods Blues Festival. This year will feature 10 different bands, including headliners Devon Allman, and blues artist Marcia Ball. With a variety of food prepared by an international chef.

Waukesha County

Pewaukee Lake Water Ski Show

Pewaukee Lake 414-350-8713 wpewaukee.waterski.org May 25 - September 7, 2015 For 31 years, the Pewaukee Lake Water Ski Club has been entertaining the local community with spectacular summer ski shows. The club performs more than 20 shows a year, mesmerizing viewers with stunning flips, dips and dives across sparkling Pewaukee Lake. Check out this year’s Fourth of July show, complete with music and fireworks!

The World of Little House

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Old World Wisconsin Game On

Eagle 262-594-6301 www.oldworldwisconsin.org August 1 - September 7, 2015 From rounders to baseball, cricket to draughts and early soccer to croquet, you can try your hand at dozens of traditional sports from the 1800s this summer. “Game On, Old World” Wisconsin hosts activities, contests and tournaments, including outdoor, indoor, early sports and board games.

Waupaca County

Iola Car Show and Swap Meet Featuring Pace and Race Cars!

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Winnebago County

The Paine Art Center’s Dressing Downtown Exhibit

Paine Art Center and Gardens, Oshkosh 920-235-6903 www.thepaine.org June 20 -September 20, 2015 Dressing Downton™: Changing Fashion for Changing Times features 36 period costumes and a fashion overview from the first four seasons of the PBS series Downton Abbey®. The exhibition explores British fashion from 1912 through the early 1920s. Step back in time and enjoy this exhibit.

EAA AirVenture

Iola Old Car Show Grounds Eagle 100 North Main Street, Iola 262-594-6301 715-445-4000 oldworldwisconsin.com information@iolaoldcarshow.com June 15 - July 31, 2015 http://www.iolaoldcarshow.com Old-time activities and chores give kids the chance July 9 - 11, 2015 to step into the past. New this year is an interactive 6am-6pm storytelling experience from the perspective of Caroline Midwest’s Largest Old Car Show and Swap Meet, show Ingalls. on July 26, guests can celebrate the wedding of cars, camping. a pioneer couple during a special meal in the Clausing Barn

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Oshkosh 920-426-4800 www.airventure.org July 20 - 26, 2015 In addition to daily airshows, workshops, demonstrations and other activities, this year’s event will feature a “Salute to Apollo 13, with astronauts Jim Lovelle and Fred Haise, and mission control’s Gene Kranz. The event will also feature world-record skydiving attempts on July 22 and 24.

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The Cottage Café serves breakfast and lunch, specializing in baked omelets, Panini’s and homemade soups. Come check out our bakery and enjoy an almond croissant and a latte or cappuccino in our homey atmosphere. The upstairs deck is always open during nice weather. Paranormal investigating, psychic fairs and "Dinner With a Ghost" evenings groups of 10 or more can book along with wedding showers, baby showers and birthday parties.

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