2009 Stevens Point Area Visitors Guide by Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE

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The Point is ... ... Meeting All Your Travel Needs! Business or Leisure ...

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Stevens Point’s Only Holiday Inn Hotel, Convention Center and Superslide!

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MORE THAN 200 GUEST ROOMS AND SUITES, including Whirlpool, Executive and Family Suites.Microwaves and refrigerators in all rooms. SPLASH POINT! 3-Story Super-Slide Water Park. GREAT BANQUET AND MEETING SPACE from 10-1,000. RUDY’S REDEYE GRILL offers the best service and food in town! American Classics and Chef’s Signature Dishes Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh baked goods daily! Come ... listen to the music! Extensive wine list and craft beers Weekend Specials! Great Quick Lunch Specials!

715-344-9808 www.rudysstevenspoint.com

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onveniently located in the center of the state, the Stevens Point area is nestled among an abundance of green space and waterways. Enjoy our numerous hiking and biking trails, a game of golf or cross country ski trails. Visit quaint shops, explore museums and art galleries and take in a special event or tour. Dine at one of many superb restaurants and spend a comfortable night in luxury. The “POINT” is... to have a great getaway.

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Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Editor Melissa Sabel Design Hoot Communications Cover photos courtesy of SentryWorld

The information provided in this brochure was compiled by the Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau based on information and materials submitted directly from the organization or business entity. The Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information or representations and/or delivery of services contained herein. All information current as of 10/01/08

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History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Fast Facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Stevens Point Area Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Downtown, Amherst and Portage County Maps . . . . . . . 8 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15 Sports and Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-19 Portage County’s Historic Roadways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-24 Exclusive Discount Offers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Dining and Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-34 Travel Green Wisconsin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Accommodations: Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts, Cottages/Rentals, Campgrounds . . . . . . . . 37-43 Businesses and Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-47 Places of Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49 Advertiser Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 For information about this visitors guide, advertising rates and information, call 800-236-4636 3

History of the Stevens Point Area H I S T O R Y

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n the 1830s, John B. DuBay established a trading post twelve miles north of Stevens Point on the Wisconsin River. A permanent white settlement began in 1836, after the signing of the treaty between the United States and the Indians. In 1838, George Stevens made the rugged journey from Fort Winnebago and took his first survey of the area. Stevens and a Native American returned with supplies a year later. The supplies were both hauled up the river to Little Bull Falls (now Mosinee) and the rest were housed in a rough shack, farther downstream. Unknowingly, George Stevens had founded Stevens Point. On September 10, 1844, the first land entry in the future village and city was made by Andrew Mallarkey, who then laid out the first plat of the town in 1847. By 1850, Stevens Point had a population estimated at 200. The area owes most of its early development to the Wisconsin Central Railway which became the Soo Line when purchased by Canadian Pacific in the late 1880s. The railroad transported cargo and passenger alike through Northern Wisconsin. It is a railroad romance story rivaling the historic building of the Union Pacific across the West. The railroad linked the area to the rest of the country. Today a marker stands at

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Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame displays artifacts and exhibits tracing Wisconsin’s environmental history.

the west end of Main Street along the Wisconsin River where George Stevens began the settlement of Stevens Point. Industries such as manufacturing, transportation, insurance and construction have long since replaced the lumber mills and trading posts that used to dot the Wisconsin River shore. The economic life of the area continues to expand and diversify as older companies grow and newer organizations choose to call us home. Today the industries on which the city’s economic life depends include manufacturing, transportation and communications, wholesale

and retail selling, insurance, finance, real estate, service utilities, construction and education. In recent years, the economic life of Stevens Point has become more varied and many of the older industries have expanded or diversified, such as NewPage, Sentry Insurance, Joerns Healthcare, Associated Bank, Donaldson Company, Kimberly Clark Corporation, Canadian National and Worzalla Publishing. Portage County also boasts some of the richest farmland in the state. The Village of Plover, located in the heart of Wisconsin’s “Golden Sands,” has become one of the nation’s most important agricultural suppliers of potatoes and other vegetables. Okray Produce has been in business in the w w w . S t e v e n s P o i n t A r e a . c o m

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“Window to the Past” is one of a series of historically themed murals in downtown Stevens Point

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POPULATION City of Stevens Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25,056 Village of Plover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,351 Village of Amherst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1,052 Portage County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68,677

AVERAGE TEMPERATURES July . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High 82°F/Low 59°F January . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .High 23°F/Low 4°F Average Precipitation: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31.96” Average Snowfall: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40.7”

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Emergency Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911 Police Non-Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . .715-346-1500 Steam Engine No. 2713 from the Old Wisconsin Central Railroad (Soo Line) is restored and displayed as testimony to the railroad’s key role in the growth and development of the Stevens Point Area.

Plover Police Department . . . . . . . . . . .715-345-5255 Amherst Business Association . . . . . . .715-824-2326 Association of Downtown Businesses

Golden County Foods and McCain Foods to the area. These industries, together with dairy, beef, forest products and cranberry production, give the Stevens Point area the most diversified economy in the state of Wisconsin.

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area since 1905, with one-third of its crop potatoes and the rest canning crops such as green beans and corn. Okray and other large producers, including Paragon Farms, have brought national food producers such as Basic American Foods, Del Monte Corporation,

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“The Rivermen” mural celebrates the logging heritage of the Stevens Point area. STEVENS POINT AREA VISITORS GUIDE

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ATTRACTIONS

1 Allen F. Blocher Planetarium/ UWSP Observatory 2 Altenburg’s Country Gardens 3 Art Village** 4 Beth Israel Synagogue/ Portage County Historical Society** 5 Carlsten Art Gallery 6 Central Waters Brewing Co., Inc. *** 7 Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum** 8 Central Wisconsin Environmental Station* 9 Central Wisconsin Water Ski Show Team* 10 Downtown Historic Murals** 11 Farmers Market** 12 George W. Mead Wildlife Area 13 Heritage Park 14 Historic Fire House #2/ Portage County Historical Museum 15 K.A.S.H. Playground** 16 Korean War Memorial of Wisconsin 17 Locomotive No. 2713 18 Mainstreet Historic District and Landmarks** 19 Museum of Natural History 20 North Star Mohican Casino 21 Rainbow Casino 22 Renew the Earth Institute* 23 Riverfront Arts Center** 24 The Scarabocchio Art Museum** 25 Schmeeckle Reserve/ Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame 26 Stevens Point Brewery 27 Tomorrow River Gallery & Gifts*** 28 University of Wisconsin (UWSP) 29 Village of Amherst*** 1

SPORTS AND RECREATION 1 Amherst Marine*** 2 Bukolt Park 3 Central Wisconsin Youth Sports Complex/ Ice Hawk Arena/Portage County Youth Soccer Complex 4 Collins Park & Campground* 5 Dewey Shooting Range* 6 Divepoint Scuba** 7 Donald Copps Municipal Pool 8 Easlan-Weslan Park 9 Goerke Park/KB Willett Ice Arena 10 Green Circle Trail 11 Hartman Creek State Park and Campground 12 Iverson Park/Winter Sports Complex 13 Jordan Park & Campground* 14 Lake DuBay Park & Campground* 15 Lake DuBay Shores Campground* 16 Lake Emily Park & Campground* 17 Little Plover River Park 18 Mead Park** 19 NHLPA Goals & Dreams Ice Arena* 20 Nature Treks 21 Nature Treks* 22 Pacawa Park

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Pfiffner-Pioneer Park** Plover River Trail River’s Edge Campground* SentryWorld Springville Pond Park Standing Rocks Park* Stevens Point Area YMCA** Tomorrow River State Trail Veterans Memorial Park Wild West Campground & Corral* Wisconsin River Golf Club Worzella Pines Park Woyak Youth Sports Complex Yulga Pines Park Zenoff Park

SHOPPING Blue Bead Trading Company** Bookfinders Historic Downtown** The Companion Shop Dala’s Import Oasis** Divepoint Scuba** Dream Weavers Bridal Fudge Utopia LLC** Gepetto’s Workshop** Herrschners Hoffman’s Hobbies “Your Sports Authority” Holly Shoppe** Kindred Spirit Books** Koerten Gallery Lee Ayers Jewelers** The Memory Market Mullins Cheese Old Times Sake & Heartstone Antiques*** Paper Doll Stationery Boutique** Robin’s Nest Gifts** Stevens Point Area Co-op Sugar Cubed**

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@1800 Ambrosia Pub & Grill*** Amherst Café*** Arbuckles Eatery & Pub** Belt’s Soft Serve Bernard’s Country Inn Charcoal Grill & Rotisserie Clear Water Harbor Club Forest Bar* Emy J’s** Golden Corral Buffet & Grill Grazies Italian Grill Hilltop Pub & Grill IHOP K Bueno** Kim’s Barrel Inn** Mikey’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill Noodles & Company Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery Red Mill Supper Club

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Rudy’s Red Eye Grill Silver Coach Sky Club Spiedini’s Bar & Grill The Sport Plate Subway Subway Subway Subway Subway Subway Supreme Bean** Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery Tomorrow River Supper Club & Motel*** Two Lakes Restaurant* Water Street Grille** The Wooden Chair**

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1 Amherst Inn*** 2 Americas Best Value Inn 3 AmericInn 4 Artha Sustainable Living Center* 5 Blue Top Motel 6 Comfort Inn 7 Comfort Suites 8 Country Inn & Suites 9 Dreams of Yesteryear Bed & Breakfast 10 Elizabeth Inn & Convention Center* 11 Fairfield Inn 12 Hampton Inn 13 Holiday Inn Express 14 Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center 15 Inn on Main Street, LLC 16 La Quinta 17 Point Motel 18 Ramada Stevens Point 19 Royale Inn 20 Ruston’s Guest Cottages 21 Stay Inn & Suites 22 Tomorrow River Supper Club & Motel*** 23 A Victorian Swan on Water See Sports and Recreation for campground locations 1

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Advanced Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dentistry Aging & Disability Resource Center** Avis Rent A Car Chase** Coldwell Banker Northwood Real Estate County/City Hall** First Weber Group Realtors M&I Bank M&I Bank M&I Bank** Plover Post Office Portage County Business Council Portage County Fairgrounds*** Portage County Job Center/ Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles 15 Portage County Public Library** 16 Redfield Law Offices, LLC

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17 Saint Michael’s Hospital/ Ministry Medical Group 18 Scoliosis Rehab** 19 Stevens Point Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine** 20 Stevens Point Post Office** 21 United FCS 22 The Wellness Spa 1 PLACES OF WORSHIP

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Apostolic Bible Chapel Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church Berea Baptist Church Celebration Church Christian Science Society Church of the Intercession-Episcopal** Community Church Divine Word Evangelical Lutheran Church Frame Memorial Presbyterian Church Good News Fellowship Church Grace Baptist Church Greater Point Baptist Church Highland Church Newman University Catholic Parish Peace United Church of Christ Redeemer Lutheran Church St. Joseph Catholic Church St. Paul Lutheran Church & School-LCMS St. Paul’s United Methodist Church St. Stanislaus Catholic Church St. Stephen Church** Saint Bronislava Parish Saint Peter Catholic Church The Springs – United Methodist Church Stevens Point Seventh-day Adventist Trinity Lutheran Church - ELCA** Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Woodlands ChurchEvangelical Free Church

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JANUARY 2009 17

Making Herbal Facial Beauty Products Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.noon and Making Herbal Bath Products Workshop, Sat: 1-4p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 + $20 supplies each class.

Portage County Business Council Annual Dinner & Silent Auction, PCBC’s Annual Dinner Awards Banquet. 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com.

Breathing Basics Yoga Workshop, Sun: 9-12 a.m. Alignment in Yoga Poses Workshop, Sun: 1-4 p.m. Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 each class.

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Holly Shoppe Rummage Sale, Lincoln Center, Wed. and Thurs. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 715-346-1401.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Stevens Point Elks Club, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

Tomorrow River Concert Series Presents: Willy Porter, 7:30 p.m., Singer/Songwriters performing acoustic music in the theater at the Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5881.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Bernards Supper Club – Stevens Point, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

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Badger State Games, Youth hockey tournament ages 9-10, KB Willet Ice Arena. Fri 4-10 p.m., Sat, 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.

45th Annual Izzak Walton Winter Jamboree, 12-4 p.m., McDill Pond off Patch Street, cash prizes, raffles food and refreshments, 715-341-6972.

FEBRUARY 1

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Sky Quest Planetarium Show2 p.m., www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/ or 715-346-2208.

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UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: 40 Days, Noel Fine Arts Center, Studio Theatre, Feb, 6 and 7 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 8 at 2 p.m., 715-346-4100 for tickets. (not recommended for younger audiences).

CWCM’s Annual Family Sweetheart Dance, Memories Wedding & Banquet Hall, 5-8 p.m., music and dancing, food and beverages, valentine crafts, professional photos, door prizes, a silent auction and more, cwcmexecdir@sbcglobal.net, www.cwchildrensmuseum.org, 715-344-2003.

Each year, the Prairie Chicken Festival celebrates grassland conservation with activities for children and adults.

Meditation and Yoga Retreat, Fri. evening – Sun afternoon at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $280 which includes 2 nights stay at Artha B&B, and meals.

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UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: The Little Foxes, Noel Fine Arts Center, Jenkins Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets.

Portage County Business Council American Agriculture Banquet, 5:30- 8:30 p.m., 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Sky Quest Planetarium Show2 p.m., www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/ or 715-346-2208

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UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: 40 Days, Noel Fine Arts Center, Studio Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets (not recommended for younger audiences).

Tomorrow River Concert Series Presents: John Smith, 7:30 p.m., Singer/Songwriters performing acoustic music in the theater at the Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5881.

Restorative Yoga Workshop, Sat: 9-12 a.m. and Partner Yoga Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $35 each class.

Holly Shoppe Spring Open House, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Lincoln Center, crafts featuring Easter gifts, decorations, and new springtime items, refreshments and door prizes, 715-346-1401.

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CWN Singles Dance, 8p.m.-midnight, Stevens Point Elks Club, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

MARCH 1

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Sky Quest Planetarium Show2 p.m., www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/ or 715-346-2208.

UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: The Little Foxes, Noel Fine Arts Center, Jenkins Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets.

PCBC Foundation Women in Business Luncheon — 11:15 a.m.1 p.m., 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com.

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K.B. Willett Arena Ice Show, Sat: 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Sun: 2 p.m., K.B. Willett Arena, 715-346-1576, www.stevenspoint.com/skate.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Sky Quest Planetarium Show2 p.m., www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/ or 715-346-2208.

Winterfest, St. Joe’s Parish, 1709 Wyatt Ave, Stevens Point, Fish Fry, Basket Raffles and silent auction, 715-341-1617

Portage County Business Expo 2009, 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com.

Intro to Herbal Medicine and Teas Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $35 + $10 supplies.

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UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: The Little Foxes, Noel Fine Arts Center, Jenkins Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets.

Tomorrow River Concert Series Presents: Tracy Grammer, 7:30 p.m., Singer/Songwriters performing acoustic music in the theater at the Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5881

Snow Throw Massacre III disc golf tournament — Largest winter disc golf tournament in the state, sponsored by the UWSP “Ace Holes”, www.uwsp.edu/stuorg/discgolf/ or discgolf@uwsp.edu, 715 346-4562.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Bad Astronomy — Myths & Misconceptions, shows on the hour from 1-5 p.m., 715-346-2208, www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/.

37th Annual Festival of the Arts, Noel Fine Art Center, UWSP, 715-342-4051, www.Festivaloftheartsstevenspoint.org.

Midwinter Cabaret, Holiday Hotel & Convention Center, Broadway, Jazz, Pop and more! Warm up a winter evening with the Monteverdi Master Chorales’ annual dinner concert, showcasing the talent of Monteverdi’s singers, www.monteverdichorale.org.

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CENWISPEX 2009, Annual Stamp Show and exhibition, 10 a.m.4 p.m. 715-341-1111 or jadeco@charter.net for more info

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Prom Open House 2009, Weekend devoted to prom girls hair, makeup, dresses and more, Dream Weavers Bridal, 2824 Post Road, Stevens Point, 715-344-1181.

Point Dance Ensemble Annual Spring Performance, featuring ‘The Pied Piper’, an evening of live music and dance, Sentry Theater, 7:30 p.m., Call 715-346-4100 for ticket.

ArtsMonth: Portage County, visual art, dance, theater, music and poetry presented, for a complete list of events www.artsportagecounty.org.

Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra presents: Celebrate Music & Film, featuring Lawrence Leviton (Theramin and Guest Film Presenter), Sat. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 4 p.m., Sentry Theater, 715-346-4100 for tickets, www.cwso.org.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Stevens Point Moose Lodge, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

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Planning Your Garden Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $35.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Sky Quest Planetarium Show2 p.m., www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/ or 715-346-2208.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Stevens Point Moose Lodge, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Sky Quest Planetarium Show2 p.m., www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/ or 715-346-2208.

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Stevens Point City Band

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Bad Astronomy – Myths & Misconceptions, 2 p.m., 715-346-2208, www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/.

Autism Night at the Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum in CenterPoint MarketPlace, open ‘til 8 p.m., available for families with autism to play together in a “less overwhelming” atmosphere, 715-344-2003, www.cwchildrensmuseum.org.

10-12

UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: She Loves Me, Noel Fine Arts Center, Studio Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets.

Making Herbal Facial Beauty Products Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.12 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $35 + $20 supplies.

Community Egg Hunt, 11:30-12:30, Celebrations Church, 4701 Industrial Park Road, 1000’s of eggs, candy, prizes and free lunch, ages 0-12 years, 715-295-0646.

Herbal Bath Products Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $35 + $20 supplies.

15-18

UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: She Loves Me, Noel Fine Arts Center, Studio Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets

ArtsWalk 2007, 5-8 p.m., Downtown Stevens Point, Walk through downtown businesses showcasing local artist’s work, enjoy visual, musical and dance performances, www.artsportagecounty.org.

17-19

TRIVIA 40, Trivia Contest held throughout Central Wisconsin on WWSP 89.9FM, 6 p.m. April 17 thru Midnight April 19, Parade 4 p.m. Friday. www.90fmtrivia.org or 715-344-8471.

17-19

Prairie Chicken Festival - A Celebration of Grassland for Birders and Bookies. Activities for children and adults throughout the Central Wisconsin grasslands. Includes prairie chicken viewing at Buena Vista and Paul Olson Wildlife Areas, wildlife presentations and the Wisconsin Literary Bash, outdoor activities and much more! 715-343-6221 or www.goldensandsrcd.org.

Spring Tonics Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-noon at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 + $10 supplies

Standing Rocks, 11th annual disc golf tournament, intermediate weekend, www.uwsp.edu/stuorg/discgolf/ or discgolf@uwsp.edu.

Yoga Standing Poses & Back Bends Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $35.

Tomorrow River Concert Series Presents: Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen, 7:30 p.m., Singer/Songwriters performing acoustic music in the theater at the Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5881.

Yoga Simple Inversions and Upper Body Strengthening Workshop, Sun: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35.

Yoga Hip Openers & Balancing Poses Workshop, Sun: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Bad Astronomy — Myths & Misconceptions, 2 p.m., 715-346-2208, www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/.

Portage County Business Council Foundation – Conference for Administrative Professionals, 12-4 p.m., 715-344-1940 to register.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Bernard’s Supper Club – Stevens Point, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

25-26

Standing Rocks Open disc golf tournament, pro weekend. One of the largest and longest running disc golf tournaments in the state. For more info: www.uwsp.edu/stuorg/discgolf or discgolf@uwsp.edu.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Bad Astronomy — Myths & Misconceptions, 2 p.m., 715-346-2208, www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/.

American Voices, St. Peter’s Church, Monteverdi Master Chorale’s spring concert explores the richness of America’s musical heritage. www.monteverdichorale.org.

WEDNESDAYS: June 10 – August 12, 7-8 p.m.

Eat to the Beat THURSDAYS: June 18 – August 13, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Enjoy live music during the lunch hour Hub Plaza, Main Street, Downtown Stevens Point

Riverfront Rendezvous – Annual 4th of July Festival FRIDAY – SUNDAY: July 3-5. Bands, Parade, Fishing Tournament, Fireworks Sunday Night Food, Refreshments, Kid’s Day and much more! Pfiffner Pioneer Park located along the Wisconsin River, adjacent to Historic Downtown Stevens Point SPONSORED BY:

Stevens Point Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department 2442 Sims Avenue • Stevens Point, WI 54481

715-346-1531 • StevensPoint.com/parks Date and times are subject to change.

Look for the screened-back Travel Green Wisconsin symbol behind the listing of participating members of Travel Green Wisconsin. Travel Green Wisconsin is a voluntary program that reviews, certifies and recognizes tourism businesses and organizations that have made a commitment to continuously improve their operations in order to reduce their environmental impact. 10

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PCBC Foundation Small Business Breakfast, 7:15-9 a.m., 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com.

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UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: Danstage, Noel Fine Arts Center, Jenkins Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets.

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Barbershoppers’ Spring Convention – Land O’ Lakes District, Friday – Quartet Preliminaries, 7 p.m.; Saturday – Chorus Contest, 11:30 a.m., Quartet Finals, 7:30 p.m., Pacelli High School, 715-344-5746.

Portage County Cultural Festival, SPASH, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., celebrating cultures in Portage County, food, entertainment, arts, crafts, games, historical displays, free admission and parking, 715-341-1525 or www.portagecountyculturalfestival.org for information.

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Calendar of Events St. Joe’s Parish Picnic, Friday 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Sunday, Friday Fish Fry, Sunday Chicken Dinner, Silent Auction, Country Store, Games, Basket Raffles, Concession Stands,bingo, music-variety, Jazz, old-time, country, www.togetherinfaith.org.

JULY 1

City Band Concert, 7-8 p.m., Pfiffner Park Bandshell, 715-346-1531, www.stevenspoint.com/parks.

“Walk Wisconsin” a walking marathon, ¼, ½ or full marathon, walk up to 26.2 miles through the Stevens Point Green Circle Trail. www.walkwisconsin.com.

3-5

Riverfront Rendezvous, Live music daily, food and refreshments, Fireworks & Boat Parade on Saturday, Pfiffner Pioneer Park. 715-346-1531 www.stevenspoint.com/rr.

City Band Concert, 7-8 p.m., Pfiffner Park Bandshell, 715-346-1531, www.stevenspoint.com/parks.

4th of July Parade, noon, Downtown Stevens Point, 715-343-5356, www.stevenspoint.biz.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Bad Astronomy — Myths & Misconceptions, 2 p.m., 715-346-2208, www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/.

13-14

St. Peter’s Parish Picnic, Sat. 2 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m., silent auction, bingo, mini-raffle, cherry tree, children’s games, food stand, Sunday chicken dinner, music/bands both days, 715-341-4801.

FFA Alumni Fireworks display, Rosholt Fair Park at dusk.

7-9

UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: Danstage, Noel Fine Arts Center, Jenkins Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets.

Greater Plover Open, Golf outing Fundraiser, Stevens Point Country Club, for more info contact Kathy at 715-344-4052.

Lion & Lioness Charcoal chicken dinner , Amherst Fairground on Cty B, Antique car parade, something for everyone, 824-5629 for more information.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Stevens Point Moose Lodge, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

City Band Concert, 7-8 p.m., Pfiffner Park Bandshell, 715-346-1531, www.stevenspoint.com/parks.

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17-19

Holly Shoppe Rummage Sale, Lincoln Center, Wed.-Thurs 8 a.m.4 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., huge sale of crafts, supplies, books, puzzles, household and more. 715-346-1401.

37th Annual Iola Old Car Show & Swap Meet, Independents & Imports, Iola Old Car Show Grounds, Midwest’s Largest Old Car Show and Swap Meet, show cars, camping, ICA auction, information@iolaoldcarshow.com or 715-445-4000.

17-21

Herrschners Million Dollar Warehouse Sale, more than 15,000 sq. feet of craft items, Herrschners, 715-341-8686, www.herrschners.com.

10-12

St. Bronislava Parish Festival, Fri. and Sat. 4 p.m.-11 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m.-9 p.m., music, food, bingo, kids games, live music, polka mass, and much more, 715-344-4326, www.stbrons.com.

19-21

Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living Fair, Fri. and Sat.: 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Worlds largest and longest running renewable energy event. Featuring workshops, exhibits and demonstrations, fun for the whole family, Midwest Renewable Energy Association, Custer. 715-592-6595 or www.the-mrea.org.

2009 Stevens Point YMCA Kid’s Triathlon, 6 p.m., on-site registration 4 p.m., Bukolt Park, 715-342-2980, www.spymca.org.

2009 Stevens Point YMCA Lactic Edge Triathlon, 8:30 a.m., starting in Bukolt Park, swim 500 yards in the Wisconsin River, bike 18 miles around Stevens Point, and run 3.1 miles along the Wisconsin River, 715-340-7746, www.spymca.org.

16-17

Crazy Days, Downtown Stevens Point, retail sales, entertainment, children’s activities and more, 715-343-5356, www.stevenspoint.biz.

16-19

Portage County Fair, Amherst Fair Grounds, Opens 5 p.m. Thurs. Closes 11 p.m. Sunday, youth exhibits, rides, live music, demo derby, truck and tractor pulls, 715-824-5522 ext 503. www.amherst.k12.wi.us, community section.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Elizabeth inn – Plover, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

17-18

Garden Parade 2009, 17th - 2-8 p.m. and 18th - 10 a.m.-4 p.m.. Sponsored by Master Gardeners of Portage County and Children’s Service Society of Wisconsin. For more information: lisa.dobberke@cssw.org or contact the Children’s Service Society of Wisconsin office at 341-6672.

10th Annual Holly Shoppe Plant Sale, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., rain or shine, Lincoln Center, featuring hundreds of locally grown plants, perennials, annuals, bulbs, trees, and more, 715-346-1401 for more information.

5-7

35th Annual AIRO Powwow, Berg Gym, UWSP, Grand Entry 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., 715-346-3576 for more information.

Planning and Planting Your Vegetable Garden Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $65

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Bad Astronomy — Myths & Misconceptions, 2 p.m., 715-346-2208, www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/.

Amherst Quilt, Craft, and Amish Furniture Auction, 8 a.m., Portage County Fairgrounds, hundreds of quilts and wallhangings, crafts, furniture, flea market, bake sale, and lunch, rain or shine, 715-467-2800 or www.maderauction.com.

UWSP Planetarium Presents: Bad Astronomy — Myths & Misconceptions, 2 p.m., 715-346-2208, www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs/.

18-21

Central Wisconsin Senior Olympics, Greater Stevens Point Area, 715-344-1401, www.co.portage.wi.us/adrc.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Bernard’s Supper Club — Stevens Point, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

JUNE 1

PCBC’s “Business On the Green” Golf Outing, 10 a.m. Shotgun start, 2 Course Event, Stevens Point Country Club & SentryWorld Golf Courses, 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com. Kids Walk Wisconsin, Pfiffner Pioneer Park, 5 p.m., noncompetitive walk for children up to 10, 1, 2 or 4-mile walks along the WI River, proceeds to benefit healthy family programming at the CW Children’s Museum and the YMCA, 715-344-2003, www.cwchildrensmuseum.org.

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Rosholt Area Rummage Sales, Area wide 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

29th Annual Portage County Dairy Brunch/Open Farm, 8 a.m.12 p.m., Slattery Farm, 4514 County Line Road, Rudolph, 54475, free ice cream, hayrides, petting zoo, many door prizes, milk drinking contest, 715-457-2231.

City Band Concert, 7-8 p.m., Pfiffner Park Bandshell, 715-346-1531, www.stevenspoint.com/parks.

PCBC Foundation Women in Business Luncheon — 11:15 a.m.1 p.m., 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com.

Yoga Breathing Basics Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-noon at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35.

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Growing, Gathering and Using Herbs from the Garden Day Long Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $65.

18-19

20th Annual Rosholt Area Thresheree & Antique Tractor Pull. Different events all weekend, music, food and fun! Checkout the Web site for details: www.rosholtthreshermen.com or call 715-677-4887.

18-23

34th Annual National Wellness Conference, a week of the latest in wellness and health promotion for both professionals and community members, UWSP Campus, www.nationalwellness.org or 715-342-2969.

Gather at the River, Pfiffner Park, 11 a.m. service, noon potluck, bring lawn chairs and a dish to pass, 715-344-2869 for more information.

19-20

Plover Portage Rendezvous and Threads of History, Heritage Park, corner of Willow and Washington, Plover, Sat. 10 a.m.5 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., www.pchswi.org.

City Band Concert, 7-8 p.m., Pfiffner Park Bandshell, 715-346-1531, www.stevenspoint.com/parks.

Restorative Yoga Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-noon and Meditation Basics Yoga Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 each class.

City Band Concert, 7-8 p.m., Pfiffner Park Bandshell, 715-346-1531, www.stevenspoint.com/parks.

AUGUST 5

City Band Concert, 7-8 p.m., Pfiffner Park Bandshell, 715-346-1531, www.stevenspoint.com/parks.

Understanding Your Energy Body Through Yoga day-long workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $65.

8-9

Backwaters PaddleQuest: A two-day adventure filled with games, quests and the beautiful waters of the Wisconsin river, Bahamas Lounge, Hwy 10, www.thebackwaters.net

8-9

Iola Vintage Military & Gun Show with Vintage Tractors and Equipment, 8 a.m., Iola Old Car Show Grounds, Vintage military equip., Swap Meet, Gun Show, Old Tractors, Engines, Battle Reenactment, parade of vehicles, daily admission: Adults $6, Child $4. 715-445-4005, www.iolavms.com.

14-16

Little Britches Rodeo, Amherst Fairgrounds, Rodeo performance start at 1 p.m. each day, dance Sat. evening, 715-824-3341.

Harvesting and Storing Food From the Garden Day Long Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $65.

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Civil War Encampment, Pfiffner Pioneer Park, Stevens Point, Sat. 10 a.m.-dusk, Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., raffle, Civil War period artillery, infantry, medical, cooking and crafts, www.pchswi.org.

Harvesting and Storing Food From the Garden, day-long workshop, Sun: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com $65.

The Polish Court during the Dozynki Harvest Fest held each fall in Downtown Stevens Point.

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NOVEMBER

2-4

Hidden Studios Tour – Art Along the Ice Age Trail — Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, 12-4 p.m., See fine art in the making when these working artist studios open their doors to the public for tours, demonstrations, and the opportunity to purchase original art, www.hiddenstudiosarttour.com.

Holly Shoppe Holiday Open House, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Lincoln Center, open house to kick-off the holiday shopping season, 715-346-1401 for more information.

Festival of India, SPASH, 3-9 p.m., www.uwsp.edu/multicultural/shama, 715-341-1538.

Yoga for Upper Body Strength, Sat: 9 a.m.-noon at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35.

Intro to Herbal Medicine and Teas, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 + $10 supplies.

Riverfront Jazz Festival, 4-10 p.m., Pfiffner Park Bandshell, Largest outdoor jazz festival in Central Wisconsin, featuring great music and fine dining, 715-345-2976, www.riverfrontjazzfest.com.

Portage/Waupaca County Hike-a-thon, Hike along the Ice Age Trail, Registration from 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m., begins at Iola Winter Sports Lodge, 715-346-1433, www.portagecoiat.org.

Downtown Holiday Parade, Mainstreet Stevens Point, 6:15 p.m., 715-343-5356.

Pacelli High School Panacea, Fri: 4 p.m.-11 p.m., Sat: 11 a.m.11 p.m., Sun: 11 a.m.-8 p.m., carnival, raffle, silent auction, bingo, music, shops, food & fun, 715-341-2445 for more information.

Lettie’s River Run, “Along the Tomorrow River” and Fall Fun Festival, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Amherst, 715-824-5202, www.lettiesriverrun.org.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Stevens Point Moose Lodge, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

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Official Portage County 4-H Fair, Rosholt Fair Park, Music, Carnival, Food and Refreshments, Parade, Demo Derby, something for all! for more info call 715-677-4708, www.rosholtfair.com.

St. Paul Lutheran 7th Annual Fall Fish Fest, Fish Boil and Silent Auction, Auction 4:30-6 p.m., Dinner 5-7 p.m., live Jazz, $10, free hot dog meal available for kids. For more information call 715-342-5744. 40th Annual Art in the Park, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Pfiffner-Pioneer Park, Arts & Crafts Vendors along w/food, refreshments and children’s art activities, FREE admission, rain or shine, 715-344-8901.

Standing Poses and Back Bends Yoga Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.noon and Simple Inversions & Balancing Poses Yoga Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35.

PCBC Foundation Women in Business Luncheon — 11:15 a.m.1 p.m., 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Elizabeth Inn-Plover, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

“Rippin’ thru Rosholt” Tractor Pull, Main Street, Rosholt.

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2009 Central Wisconsin AgVenture: Spud, Berry and Dairy Tour, travel through Central Wisconsin at the peak of fall foliage, visit environmentally friendly farms, picturesque cranberry marshes and state of the art food-processing plants. See first hand what it takes to put that can of cranberries or bag of potatoes in your favorite grocery store. Pre-registration required, 800-554-4484.

Herbal Tinctures Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-noon and Intro to Herbal Medicine and Teas Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 + $10 supplies each class.

CWN Singles Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, Stevens Point Elks Club, $7 member, $10 nonmembers Dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

Costume Carnival, Celebrations Church-4701 Industrial Park Rd, Stevens Point, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Costume contest for all ages, free candy, prize and free lunch, 295-0646.

Yoga for Healthy Bones Workshop, Sat: 9 a.m.-noon and Breathing Basics Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 each class.

Forward Bends and Twists Yoga Workshop, Sun: 9 a.m.-noon and Hip Openers and Balancing Poses Yoga Workshop, Sun: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 each class.

CWCM’s Healthy Halloween Hoedown, CenterPoint MarketPlace,5-8 p.m., give kids a chance to “dance off the candy,” enjoy some healthy food, crafts, games and more. www.cwchildrensmuseum.org, 715-344-2003.

CWN Singles Halloween Dance, 8 p.m.-midnight, costumes encouraged, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, check out Web site for location, www.cwn-singles.com.

DECEMBER 5

Making Herbal Bath Products for Gifts Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 + $20 supplies.

YMCA Frostbite Road Race and Winter Walk, Stevens Point YMCA, 5 & 10 mile start at noon, 1 mile fun run starts at 11 a.m., for more info contact YMCA, 715-342-2980.

CWN Singles Dance/Holiday Party, 8 p.m.-midnight, Elizabeth Inn, $7 member, $10 nonmembers, dressy attire requested, www.cwn-singles.com.

Making Herbal Beauty Products for Gifts Workshop, Sat: 1-4 p.m. at Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463, www.arthaonline.com. $35 + $20 supplies.

PCBC Foundation Women in Business Luncheon — 11:15 a.m.1 p.m., 715-344-1940, www.portagecountybiz.com.

New Years at Noon, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., CW Children’s Museum, celebrate the new year as a family while the kids are awake! Countdown, ginger ale toasts, crafts and fun! www.cwchildrensmuseum.org, 715-344-2003.

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Attractions A T T R A C T I O N S

Attractions Allen F. Blocher Planetarium Programs UWSP Science Building (2nd Floor), Stevens Point. Programs designed for all ages. Mid-September to Mid-May; Sunday programs 2 p.m. Night Sky programs Monday 8 p.m. Special programs can be arranged. 715-346-2208, www.uwsp.edu/phyastr/plan-obs/. Altenburg’s Country Gardens 7020 Plover Road (Highway 54), Wisconsin Rapids. Our family farm offers strawberries, pumpkins and fun for your whole family. Open mid-June to mid-July and late September through October 31. 10 miles west of Plover on Highway 54. 715-421-2943. www.altenburgsfarm.com. ■ 25 Art Village 1205 Second St. North, Downtown Stevens Point. Contemporary art studio and gallery featuring paint your own pottery, pottery wheels, drawing and painting studio and art classes. No appointment needed. 715-345-9500, www.artvillageusa.com. Beth Israel Synagogue/ Portage County Historical Museum 1475 Water St., Stevens Point. Houses a permanent display of Jewish artifacts. Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m. or by appointment. 715-344-4423. www.pchswi.org. Carlsten Art Gallery UWSP Noel Fine Arts Center, Stevens Point. Features exhibitions of contemporary artwork by students, faculty and guest artists. Open during UWSP sessions, Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m., Thursday 7-9 p.m. Summer hours vary. 715-346-4797. www.uwsp.edu. Central Waters Brewing Co., Inc. 351 Allen St., Amherst. Central Wisconsin’s premier craft brewery, brewing top quality ales and lagers for Wisconsin. Come visit our taproom with 12 different beers, Fridays 4 p.m.-9 p.m. and Saturdays 3 p.m.9 p.m. 715-824-2739, www.centralwaters.com See ad on p. 26 ■ 25 Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum CenterPoint MarketPlace, Downtown Stevens Point. A discovery place for children 6 months – 10 years and their families. Wed.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Thurs. until 8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sun. 12 p.m.-4 p.m. 715-344-2003, www.cwchildrensmuseum.org. See ad on p. 22 ■ 25 STEVENS POINT AREA VISITORS GUIDE

Stevens Point Farmers’ Market in downtown Stevens Point has been held daily from spring to fall for more than 150 years.

Central Wisconsin Environmental Station 10186 County Road MM, Amherst Junction. 200-acre UWSP field station, 17 miles east of Stevens Point on Sunset Lake. School programs, group meetings, summer camps, building rentals, food service. Come and learn and relax under the towering pines. 715-824-2428. www.uwsp.edu/cnr/cwes.

George W. Mead Wildlife Area Located in Northwest Portage County. 33,000-acres of recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Hunt bear, deer, turkey and small game. Excellent bird watching. 35 miles of trails for hiking and a 6.5 mile biking trail May 15-Sept. 1. 715-457-6771. www.meadwildlife.org.

Central Wisconsin Water Ski Show Team, Inc. (the Water Walkers) Family oriented themed water ski shows performed every other Saturday evening at 6:30 p.m. at South Bay Beach Park on Lake DuBay. From Stevens Point take I-39 North to Hwy. DB Exit, left on DB, then left on Park Road. 715-693-5496. http://water-walkers.waterski.org.

Heritage Park/ Portage County Historical Museum Corner of Washington and Willow Drive in Plover. A historical village of buildings from the early days of Portage County. Open from Memorial Day through Labor Day on Saturday and Sunday 1-4 p.m. or by appointment. 715-344-4423. www.pchswi.org.

Downtown Historic Murals Downtown, Stevens Point. Stroll downtown to view completed murals depicting the area’s history. View the “Riverman,” “Market Day,” and four “Windows to the Past.” 715-343-5356. Farmer’s Market Downtown, Public Square. Dedicated in 1853, the Farmer’s Market has been held daily, from spring-fall, for more than 150 years. 715-343-5356.

Hidden Studios Tour On Oct. 2, 3 and 4, nationally recognized artists open their studios, allowing discriminating art collectors the opportunity to see how and where the work is created and to purchase fine art to own. www.hiddenstudiosarttour.com.

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Attractions Historic Fire House #2/ Portage County Historical Museum 1949 Strongs Ave., Stevens Point. Displays fire fighting equipment and art gallery in the oldest surviving municipal building in Stevens Point, built in 1885. For hours, visit the Web site and click on the calendar of events. 715-344-4423. www.pchswi.org. Ice Age Trail Portions of this continuous 1,000-mile footpath travel through Portage County and through diverse landscapes, geological features, serving as an educational resource, linking history and cultures within Wisconsin. 715-346-1433. www.iceagetrail.org or www.portagecoiat.org. Kids Are Special Here (K.A.S.H.) Playground Mead Park, Stevens Point. Universally accessible playground, on a soft rubber surface that includes slides, swings, and climbing equipment that is suitable and safe for children of all abilities. Fun for all ages and mobilities. 715-346-1531. www.kashplayground.org. Korean War Memorial of Wisconsin Worzella Pines Park, Plover. Memorial statuary composed of five figures including a nurse, army and marine infantrymen, air force pilot and sailor, standing in memory of all veterans who served from the state. 920-469-0369 or 920-437-9252. www.koreanmemorial.org. Locomotive No. 2713 Southside Memorial Park, Bus. 51, Stevens Point. Restored locomotive No. 2713 built in 1911 has been on display since 1955 to commemorate the role of the steam engine in the development of the community. 715-344-0619. www.soo2713.org. Main Street Historic District & Landmarks Downtown Stevens Point. Member of the National Register of Historic Places, over 60 buildings of different architectural styles, within walking distance. Additional historic buildings throughout the city and landmarks/prominent places. 715-343-5356. Museum of Natural History UWSP Campus, Stevens Point. Interact with the natural world. Explore Earth origins, discover dinosaurs, encounter natural habitats and rare collections of species. Mon. 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m. 715-346-2858. www.uwsp.edu/museum. North Star Mohican Casino W12180 Cty. Hwy. A, Bowler. A new destination in gaming excitement has begun. The newly upgraded casino will offer all the latest slot machines, table games and an exclusive high-limits area. North Star will feature multiple styles of restaurants and a lounge. 800-775-CASINO. www.mohicannorthstar.com. See ad on back cover 14

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Attractions Polish Heritage Trail Self-guided auto or bicycle tour, winding through glacier terrain, wooded country-side, lakes and farmland. Portage County is the first Polish rural settlement in the state and second in the United States. For a trail map, call 715-344-2556. Rainbow Casino & Banquet Center 949 Cty. Road G, Nekoosa. Offering 650 slot machines, blackjack, banquet center, Rainbow Grille & Lounge, snack bar, free valet parking and free shuttle service to the Stevens Point area. Rewards Club members add a lobster tail to your steak on Tuesday for only $7. 800-782-4560. www.rcbwin.com. See ad on p. 15 â&#x2013; 25 ReNew the Earth Institute 7558 Deer Road, Custer. A demonstration site for solar, wind, and alternative construction technologies. Book room, library, fact sheets and tours. Open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 715-592-6595. www.the-mrea.org. Riverfront Arts Center 1200 Crosby Ave., Stevens Point. On the riverfront at the east end of the Clark Street bridge. Changing exhibits by area and regional artists. Free admission. Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 715-343-6251.

The Scarabocchio Art Museum 800 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Dr. David L. Smith has invented a distinctive style of art called Scarabocchio Art. It means scribble or doodle in Italian. It is decorative, non-objective art. Open Tue., Thur., Sat. 1-5 p.m. For sale: greeting cards, small works of art and T-shirts. 715-345-7726. â&#x2013; 25 Schmeeckle Reserve 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. UWSPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 275-acre natural area. Visitor center open daily 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 5 miles of trails. Home to the Browse Shop, the Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame, and Green Circle Trail headquarters. 715-346-4992. www.uwsp.edu/cnr/schmeeckle. Stevens Point Brewery 2617 Water St., Stevens Point. Tour one of the oldest breweries in the country. Tours offered Mon.-Sat. Call for tour schedule and reservations. Gift shop open, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 800-369-4911, 715-344-9310 www.pointbeer.com. See ad on p. 11 â&#x2013; 25 Tomorrow River Gallery & Gifts Visit Tomorrow River Gallery & Gifts located in a historic storefront in Amherst. See the works of many Hidden Studios artists that live and create along the Ice Age Trail. 715-321-2142, www.tomorrowrivergallery.com. See ad on p. 26

University of Wisconsin Stevens Point (UWSP) 2100 Main St., Stevens Point. Activities include theatrical/musical performances, athletic events, special events and speakers, Museum of Natural History, Edna Carlsten Art Gallery, Aviary, Forestry Hall of Fame, Blocher Planetarium, Schmeeckle Reserve and mosaic mural. http://dailyevents.uwsp.edu. 715-346-2427. www.uwsp.edu. UWSP Observatory UWSP Science Building (4th Floor), Stevens Point. Observatory staff provides night sky observing through the telescope, only if the skies are clear, MondayWednesday evenings Mid-September to Mid-May from 8:30-10 p.m. 715-346-2208. www.uwsp.edu/physastr/plan_obs. Village of Amherst 161 Mill St., Amherst. Visit the Historic Village of Amherst, nestled along the Tomorrow River and close to the Tomorrow River State Trail. Many restaurants and lots of shopping! 715-824-5613, www.amherstwi.govoffice2.com. Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. Explore Wisconsinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s environmental history and people who made the state a leader in conservation and environmental movement. Free. Located at the Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center; open daily, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 715-346-4992 or www.wchf.org.

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Biking and Hiking

Golf

Green Circle Trail 30.5-mile trail linking scenic natural areas that follows along the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers, accommodates recreationalists of all types in all seasons. 715-346-1433. www.co.portage.wi.us.

SentryWorld 601 N. Michigan Ave., Stevens Point. Named Wisconsin’s 6th-ranked golf course by Golf Digest magazine 2007-2008. Pro shop, outdoor driving range, indoor driving range, practice green, lessons, The Sport Plate restaurant and bar. Reservations suggested. 715-345-1600 or 866-479-6753. sentryworld.com. See ad on p. 51

Tomorrow River State Trail The Tomorrow River Trail is a 18-mile trail between the Village of Plover and Scandinavia. The trail is open to bicyclists, hikers, snowmobilers and horseback riders. 715-346-1433. www.tomorrowriverstatetrail.org.

Wisconsin River Golf Club 705 West River Drive, Stevens Point. Set along the Wisconsin River, this scenic 18-hole golf course plays anywhere from 4924 to 6584 yards. Pro Shop, Driving Range, Bar & Grill, Lessons. www.golftheriver.com. 715-344-9152. See ad on p. 19

Standing Rocks County Park Trails for hiking and mountain biking, disc golf course, cross-country skiing/dog exercise trail, downhill-skiing and a target archery course. A pass is required for all users, available at the trail head. 715-346-1433. www.co.portage.wi.us.

Boating The Wisconsin River, Lake DuBay and several small lakes, offer miles of water for water-skiing, wakeboarding, tubing, jet skiing, sail boating and canoeing. Stop at one of the many beaches along the river or lakes to picnic or sunbathe. For access to the Stevens Point Flowage of the Wisconsin River, boat landings are available at Pfiffner/Pioneer Park, Bukolt Park and Hwy. 10 West. For access to the Biron Flowage of the Wisconsin River, boat landings are available at Galecke Park and Blue Heron Lane. For access to Lake DuBay, boat landings are available at South Bay Beach Park and Lake DuBay County Campground. *See outdoor rentals Amherst Marine 422 South Main St., Downtown Amherst. Sales – Service – Storage. Specializing in fishing boats, pontoons and hurricane deck boats. Servicing most makes and models. 715-824-5635. www.amherstmarine.com. See ad on p. 26

Birding Portage County offers a wide variety of bird watching opportunities from grassland to woodland habitats at the Buena Vista Grasslands, Dewey State Natural Area, Iverson Mash, Richard A. Kemp State Fishery Area, Schmeekle Reserve and the George W. Mead Wildlife Area. 715-344-2556. 16

Hockey/Ice Skating INDOOR The area offers a variety of water activities on the Wisconsin River.

Disc Golf Mead Park, Standing Rocks Park and Yulga Park all offer challenging disc golf courses for beginners and advanced alike. 715-344-2556.

Ice Hawks Arena 801 Badger Ave. (off Hwy. 10 East), Stevens Point. Home of Portage County Youth on Ice and UWSP Pointer women’s hockey. Youth and adult hockey programs, Holiday open skate hours, regional and international hockey tournaments. www.pcyoi.net. 715-345-2854.

Fishing The Wisconsin River, Lake DuBay Flowage, Biron Flowage and several large lakes and streams in Portage County make Portage County a premier angling destination in the state. Call the Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for more information on fishing in the area or for a fishing brochure/map. 715-344-2556.

Fishing Guide Service Pat Pierce Professional Wisconsin Fishing Guide® Wisconsin River, Stevens Point. More than 40 years of guiding experience on the Wisconsin River and her flowages providing a bountiful fishery. Experience the waters, land, wildlife, birds, fauna and histories from an 18-foot drift boat or a pontoon. 715-693-4696 or 888-693-4696. www.patpierce.com. See ad on p. 17 ■ 25

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Sports and Recreation KB Willett Arena 1000 Minnesota Ave., Stevens Point. Offers skate rental. Public skating hours; Sat. and Sun,. 1-2:50 p.m.; Monday-Friday, 9:30-10:50 a.m. 715-346-1576. www.stevenspoint.com/skate. ■ 25 NHLPA Goals & Dreams Ice Arena 6867 4th St., Stevens Point. Located at the corner of Hwy. J and 4th Street in Arnott just East of Stevens Point. Public skating hours. 715-592-5004. www.saintshockey.org.

OUTDOOR

The “Original” Guide of Lake DuBay I am the Professional Wisconsin Fishing Guide® with more than 40 years of guiding experience. I have fished the Wisconsin River and her flowages since 1975.

Iverson Park, Goerke Park, Pfiffner/Pioneer Park, former Emerson School, Easlan-Weslan Park and McKinley School. Call ahead for hours and conditions, 715-346-1531.

I have guided more than 7,000 fishermen from 50 states and 42 countries to catch more than 132,000 fish from 17 species since 1975.

Lake DuBay Guide Service 715-693-4696 or 888-693-4696

www.patpierce.com

Horseback Riding Wild West Campground & Corral 9495 Hwy. 54, Amherst. Located on 90 acres of scenic rustic countryside with 20 gentle-trained horses. Guided trail rides, hayrides, sleigh rides and camping. Great for field trips, birthday parties, reunions, or picnics. 715-824-5112. www.wildwestcampground.com. See ad on p. 18

Muskies Walleyes Smallmouth Bass Crappies Northern Pike Catfish

River Drifting Row Trolling Pontoon Fishing Bait Casting Spinning Fly Fishing

In-line Skating/ Roller Skating Woyak Youth Sports Complex Cedar Drive, Plover. Located south of Easlan-Weslan Park. 10-acre park with three baseball diamonds, one lighted. Flag football fields, skateboard facility, playground equipment, walking trails and a shelter house/concession stand with restrooms. 715-345-5257.

Outdoor Rentals Divepoint Scuba 944 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Your adventure center, complete with kayak rentals! Central Wisconsin’s largest selection of scuba diving equipment, snorkeling equipment and accessories. Scuba diving and ACA kayaking classes. 715-344-DIVE. www.divepointscuba.com. See ad on p. 19 ■ 25 Nature Treks Iverson Park, Stevens Point and Hartman Creek State Park. Rents bikes, kayaks or canoes. 50% off on rainy days! Interpretive tours, river education. Open 7 days a week, until September 30. Packages include free shuttle service within Portage County! 715-254-0247. www.naturetrekrentals.net. ■ 25

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On beautiful Lake DuBay • Boating, Fishing, Swimming • Canoe and Paddle Boat and Boat Rental • Playground, Horseshoes, Volleyball • Rec Hall & Game Room • Hay Rides • Nature Trails • E.W.S. Hookups, Sanitary Dump Stations • Free WI-FI • Country Store • Boat Launch Location: I-39/Hwy. 51, Exit #175, Turn southwest on Hwy. 34 2 miles – turn left on DuBay Drive just across bridge over the Wisconsin River – 1 block to campground

1713 DuBay Drive • Mosinee, WI 54455 • (715) 457-2484 www.dubayshores.com • camp@dubayshores.com 17

Sports and Recreation Shooting Dewey Shooting Range Willow Springs Drive, Stevens Point. 715-346-1433.

Skiing Standing Rocks County Park has trails for hiking and mountain biking, as well as a disc golf course, cross-country skiing/dog exercise trail, downhill-skiing and a target archery course.

CROSS-COUNTRY The Stevens Point Area offers the cross country skier over 36 miles of trails that lace the countryside. Trails for the beginner to expert can be found at Iverson Park, Plover River Trail, Schmeeckle Reserve and Standing Rocks. For more information or snow conditions on these trails please contact the Portage County Parks Department, 715-346-1433, or contact the City Parks Department, 715-346-1531.

DOWNHILL

Horseback Riding • Camping • Family Vacations Horseback Riding Lessons • Hay Wagon Rides • Summer Camps Girls Horse Camps • Birthday Parties • Dude Ranch • School Field Trips

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TRAIL RIDES • 2- to 5-mile Trail Rides • Hayrides • Bonfire Cookouts • Birthday Party Packages • Dude Ranch Packages CAMPGROUND • Rustic and Water/Electric Sites • Playground, Horseshoes,Volleyball Court and Game Room Camping the way it was meant to be!

Downhill skiing is also available at Standing Rocks. For more information or snow conditions, please contact the Portage County Parks Department, 715-346-1433.

715-824-5112

Sledding Hills

9495 Hwy. 54, Amherst 9 miles west of Waupaca, 13 miles east of Plover on Hwy. 54

Iverson Park, Hillcrest Drive, Stevens Point. 715-346-1531.

www.wildwestcampground.com

Soccer

RIVERS EDGE, INC. CAMPGROUND & MARINA

Portage County Youth Soccer Complex 701 Badger Ave., Stevens Point. Located just off Hwy. 10 East. This complex has 6 regulation and 5 U-10 soccer fields. Visit us at www.pcys.net for more information.

• Bar & Grill • River Sites • Rec Hall • Playground • Horseshoes • Sand Volleyball Court • Clean Showers • Restrooms • Boat Landing & Pier Offering the finest in family camping on the beautiful Wisconsin River...

7 miles north of Stevens Point, WI on U.S. 51 northbound Exit X, southbound Exit DB 3368 N. Campsite Drive Stevens Point, WI 54481

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Sports and Recreation Snowmobiling Portage County has more than 300 miles of scenic groomed trails. Call for information on trails and conditions 715-343-6277. Call the Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for a trail map. 715-344-2556.

Swimming INDOOR Stevens Point Area YMCA 1000 Division St., Stevens Point. 715-342-2980.

OUTDOOR Donald Copps Municipal Pool 2442 Sims Ave., Stevens Point. 715-346-1226. Three pools, including a waterslide and a zero-depth wading pool for children. 715-346-1531, www.stevenspoint.com/pool. ■ 25 *See Park/Picnic Facilities

Tennis SentryWorld 601 N. Michigan Ave., Stevens Point. Indoor courts, Pro Shop, lessons. 715-345-1600 or 866-479-6753. sentryworld.com. See ad on p. 51

Park/Picnic Facilities For a complete list of parks in the area contact the Stevens Point Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, 715-344-2556. *See also Campgrounds in the Accommodations section Bukolt Park Bukolt Ave., Stevens Point. Access to water, ball diamond, boat ramp, horseshoe pit, lodge, Green Circle Trail, parking, picnic area, playground equipment, play field, rest area, restrooms and volleyball. 715-346-1531. Easlan-Weslan Park 2200 Cedar Drive, Plover. Ball diamond, outdoor ice skating, parking, picnic area, playground equipment, restrooms and tennis. 715-345-5257. Goerke Park Hwy. 10 (Main St.), Stevens Point. Ball diamond, outdoor ice skating and hockey rinks, parking, playground equipment, play field, restrooms, shelter, swimming pool, waterslide, indoor skating area and tennis. 715-346-1531. Hartman Creek State Park 20 miles east on Hwy. 54. Camping, picnic area, canoeing, fishing, hiking trails, horse trails, mountain bike trails, snowmobile trails and cross country ski trails. 715-258-2372. STEVENS POINT AREA VISITORS GUIDE

Iverson Park Hwy. 10 (Main St.), Stevens Point. Access to water, ball diamond, horseshoe pit, nature center, Green Circle Trail, outdoor ice skating, parking, picnic area, playground, playfield, restrooms, shelter, sledding and toboggan hills and volleyball. 715-346-1531. Little Plover River Park Intersection of Hoover and Pineries, Plover. Ball diamond, nature trail, parking, picnic area, playground equipment, shelter and tennis. 715-345-5257. Mead Park Hwy. 10 West (West Clark St.), Stevens Point. This 17-acre park includes ball diamond, disc golf, docking area, outdoor ice skating, parking, picnic area, universally accessible K.A.S.H. Playground, play field, rest area, restrooms, shelter, tennis and volleyball. 715-346-1531.

Divepoint Scuba is your Adventure Center Central Wisconsin’s largest selection of scuba diving equipment, snorkeling equipment and accessories. ■ Scuba classes year round ■ Scuba Equipment • largest selection ■ Kayak classes, sales and rentals • Perception & Dagger ■ Climbing Equipment • Black Diamond, Petzl, and MSR ■ Swimwear and accessories year round • TYR & Speedo ■ Adventure apparel • patagonia & Life is good

Pacawa Park Hoover Drive, Plover. This 17-acre park includes parking, picnic area, playground equipment, restrooms, shelter and swimming beach. 715-345-5257. Pfiffner Pioneer Park Crosby St. (one block off Hwy. 10) Access to water, band shell, Green Circle Trail, boat ramp, docking area, parking, picnic area, playground equipment, play field, rest area, restrooms and shelter. 715-346-1531. See ad on p. 10

944 Main Street Downtown Stevens Point 715-344-DIVE www.divepointscuba.com

Springville Pond Park Post Road (Bus. 51), Plover. This 4-acre park on Springville Pond offers picnic areas, walkways and paved parking. 715-345-5257.

Wisconsin River Golf Club

Veterans Memorial Park Post Road (Business 51), Plover. Ball diamond, parking, picnic area and restrooms. 715-345-5257.

The course is set within the pine and oak blended woods along the Wisconsin River. The abundant wildlife and 21⁄2-acre pond on the back nine accentuate this truly picturesque adventure.

Worzella Pines Park Hwy. B and Interstate 39 (on the shores of Lake Pacawa). This community park provides a large picnic area, walkways, play equipment, two T-ball diamonds, shelter and restrooms. 715-345-5257. Woyak Youth Sports Complex Cedar Drive, Plover. Located south of Easlan-Weslan Park. 10-acre park with four baseball diamonds — one lighted, flag football fields, skateboard facility, playground equipment, walking trails and a shelter house/concession stand with restrooms. 715-345-5257. Zenoff Park North Second St., Stevens Point. Three full-size softball diamonds, bleacher seating, concession stand/clubhouse, with upper deck seating, two sand volleyball courts, parking, picnic area, playground equipment, rest area, restrooms and the Green Circle Trail. 715-346-1531.

Par 72 – 4,805 to 6,665 Yards 3 Miles South of Hwy. HH in Stevens Point Call for Tee Time:

715-344-9152 www.golftheriver.com

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Yellowstone Trail Y E L L O W S T O N E

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Accommodations along the Yellowstone Trail

Plover, a visit to Heritage Park reveals an authentic Yellowstone Trail cabin amongst the other period buildings gathered from around the county. Traveling north on Business 51 motorists enter the City of Stevens Point, home of the Stevens Point Brewery which has a rich heritage of brewing excellence since 1857. Tours are available. Also in Stevens Point is the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point’s “Old Main” built in 189394. Heading west, your route on the Yellowstone Trail takes you through the historic downtown district with its turn of the century

urban architecture. For detailed information, contact the Stevens Point Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-236-4636. FROM THE DAYS OF THE ORIGINAL YELLOWSTONE TRAIL: PHOTO COURTESY OF PORTAGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

he Yellowstone Trail was established and stretched from “Plymouth Rock to Puget Sound.” Between 1915, when the Yellowstone Trail Association extended the Trail to Chicago, and the 1930s the Yellowstone Trail served Wisconsin from Kenosha to Hudson. The Yellowstone Trail enters Portage County from the east in the quaint Village of Amherst. Should your journey include an overnight stay, the Amherst Inn B&B is a Victorian gothic style house built in 1887. Continuing on County B into the Village of

Highway 51 H I G H W A Y

xperience area attractions, history, food, museums, and more by staying on the road less traveled. Highway 51 is a road that links heritage, culture, and the Northwoods of Wisconsin to southern Louisiana. Traveling through six states, Highway 51 creates a pathway for travelers to explore the many cultures, cuisines and nostalgia of Wisconsin. Fifteen communities along Highway 51 in Wisconsin have come together, to emphasize the joy of the journey. All along Highway 51, travelers will experience the culture, cuisine and quirks that are part of each community. Highway 51 includes the stories of Abraham Lincoln, railroads, Elvis Presley and Graceland, blues music, industry icons, civil rights, and plantation life. There’s a wealth of diverse cultures,

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traditions, music, and food stretching from the American Heartland to the Deep South. Crossing into Portage County on Highway 51 brings you into the heart of Wisconsin. Getting to the center of the journey is the best part, especially when

it’s nestled amidst an abundance of green space and waterways, highlighted by recreational activities, industry, and heritage. This portion of the route is dotted with art and culture, with just a hint of beer from our local breweries. Learn more about the stories along Highway 51, or create one of your own, by planning your journey online at www.explorehwy51.com or by stopping by the Stevens Point Area Visitor Information Center at exit 161 to pick up a copy of the Journey Journal and Passport. Make the most of your travels with local events, geo-caching sites, downloadable games, and more! w w w . S t e v e n s P o i n t A r e a . c o m

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Fudge Utopia LLC 1059 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. One of a kind fudge exclusively at The Wooden Chair and the Web. Made with the finest ingredients, it must be tasted to be appreciated. Open daily, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. www.fudgeutopia.com. Gepetto’s Workshop 1121 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Experience the wonder of a real toy store. Come see our large selection of classic toys that spark the imagination and last a life time. 715-341-8640. www.gepettosworkshop.com. See ad on p. 22 ■ 25

The “Market Day” mural in downtown Stevens Point. depicts an historic street scene in 1910.

Antique Stores Old Times Sake & Heartstone Antiques 285 Wilson St., Amherst. Antiques including: Oak, Country, Victorian and ’30s furniture. VictorianDepression glassware, stoneware and pottery, old toys, postcards and advertising pieces. Thur., Fri., Sat. and Mon. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m. Seasonal or by appointment. We buy antiques and estates. 715-824-3870. See ad on p. 26 ■ 25 The Memory Market 2224 Patch St., Stevens Point. The best place for antiques, collectibles, and great junk! Open MondayFriday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and most Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Other times available, call 715-344-3983. ■ 25

Shopping Blue Bead Trading Company 1043 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Unique selection of beads. One of a kind designer jewelry, gifts. Artful and reasonably priced. Parties. Classes. Books. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Mon.-Sat. 715-344-1998. Bluebead@blue-bead.com Bookfinders 1001 Brilowski (North of Jung’s off Hwy. 10 East), Stevens Point. Come browse our extensive selection of books, audio books, magazines and calendars. Out of print/hard to find titles and gift certificates available. 715-341-8300. See ad on p. 24 STEVENS POINT AREA VISITORS GUIDE

The Companion Shop 937 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Central Wisconsin’s dog and cat specialty store. Delight them with toys, homemade bakery and biscuits, quality cat furniture and unique gifts. “Where your furry family is more than welcome.” 715-344-2821, www.companionshop.com. See ad on p. 22 ■ 25 Dala’s Import Oasis 925 Main St., Stevens Point. An around the world experience, unique clothing (cotton, rayon, silk, wool, including plus sizes), unusual sterling silver jewelry and special giftware from our world, Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 715-341-4433. See ad on p. 23 ■ 25 Divepoint Scuba 944 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Your adventure center! Central Wisconsin’s largest selection of scuba diving equipment, snorkeling equipment and accessories. Scuba diving and ACA kayaking classes. Featuring Perception and Dagger, Black Diamond, Petzl, and Patagonia. 715-344-DIVE. www.divepointscuba.com. See ad on p. 19 Dream Weavers Bridal 2824 Post Road, Business 51 South in Whiting/Stevens Point. Where your dreams begin! Attire for the bride, attendants, mothers, special occasions, prom and tuxedoes. Hours: Monday and Thurs., 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Tues., Wed., Fri. 10 a.m.5 p.m., Sat. 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. 715-344-1181. www.dreamweaversbridal.com. See ad on p. 24 ■ 25

Herrschners 2800 Hoover Road, Stevens Point. Quilt Shop now open! The largest mail order craft catalog in the world. Premier supplier of unique, quality needlework and craft kits. Factory craft outlet store open to the public daily. 715-341-8686. www.herrschners.com. See ad on p. 24 ■ 25 Historic Downtown Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Shop historic downtown, adjacent to the Wisconsin River. Downtown offers one of a kind specialty stores, unique dining, entertainment and special events throughout the year. 715-343-5356, www.stevenspoint.biz. See ad on p. 22 Hoffman’s Hobbies “Your Sports Authority” 3001 Michigan Ave., Stevens Point. Area’s largest selection for NFL, NHL, MLB, NASCAR, clothing, hats, cards, bobbleheads, cheeseheads, autographed items with COAs. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.5 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 715-341-3867. www.hoffmanshobbies.com. See ad on p. 24 ■ 25 Holly Shoppe 1519 Water St., Stevens Point. A specialty handcraft outlet store open to the public with quality gifts for all ages handcrafted by seniors of Portage County. 715-346-1401. See ad on p. 23 Kindred Spirit Books 1028 Main St., Stevens Point. Books, music, and gifts for the body, mind, heart and soul. Including nature, children’s and political books. Mon.-Thur. 10 a.m.6 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 715-342-4891. See ad on p. 23 ■ 25

• Specialty Stores • Gourmet Treats

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ADJACENT TO THE WISCONSIN RIVER 1. Robin’s Nest Gifts — 1129 Main Street People eager to decorate their homes will find inspiration at Robin’s Nest. The store also features a year round Christmas room. M-Th, 10am-5pm, Fri., 10am-6pm, Sat. 10am-5pm

5. Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum — CenterPoint MarketPlace. A unique educational opportunity for adults and children to play, explore, and learn together. Hands-on exhibits, art room, and early learning programs.

6. Sugar3 — 1336 Strongs Avenue We have a large selection of wonderful treats to satisfy everybody’s taste. Moonstruck Truffles, imported chocolates, fudge, gourmet snacks and adult beverage mixes. Open M, Tu 10-6, W 12-6, Th, F 10-6, Sat 10-4 — 715-341-5556.

2. Gepetto’s Workshop — 1121 Main Street Discover a wonderful world of unique and hard to find toys. Explore the enchanting displays that will delight the imagination. www.gepettosworkshop.com

3. Lee Ayers Jewelers National award-winning jewelry designer. Finest collection of unique jewelry and gems in Wisconsin. Professional personal service, fair everyday prices. 1044 Main Street, 715-341-0411.

7. Paper Doll Stationery Boutique — 1332 Stongs Avenue Fine Writing Paper • Journals-Greeting Cards • Notebooks • Lamy Pens • Invitations and Announcements • Customized Wedding and Everyday Stationery • and Other Paper Treats. M-F 10-6 Sat. 10-4 paperdollpaper@sbcglobal.net

4. Stevens Point Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine — 1052 Main Street Stevens Point Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, offers holistic health support for all ages. We provide acupuncture, herbal prescriptions, and a variety of related therapies. Our hours are flexible; call now for an appointment — 715-342-5757.

8. The Companion Shop — 937 Main Street The Companion Shop is a dog and cat specialty store devoted to providing unique, quality products for you and your furry family. We have a wide selection of treats, toys, gifts, fresh bakery and more to give your companions the life they deserve. Open M-F 10-6, Sat 10-4. www.companionshop.com

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Shopping Koerten Gallery 2501 Church St., Stevens Point. Broad selection of prints, posters, ltd editions, original fine art including bronze, glass and collectibles. 30+ years framing experience specializing in memorabilia shadowboxes featuring family heirlooms, celebrations and military histories. 715-341-7773 or 1-800-873-0056, www.koertengallery.com. ■ 25 Lee Ayers Jewelers 1044 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. National award-winning jewelry designer. Finest collection of unique jewelry and gems in Wisconsin. Professional personal service, fair everyday prices. 715-341-0411. See ad on p. 22

Paper Doll Stationery Boutique 1332 Strongs Ave., Downtown Stevens Point. Stevens Point’s Big City Paper Store. Fine writing paper, journals, greeting cards, notebooks, Lamy pens, invitations and announcements, customized wedding and everyday stationery and other paper treats, Mon.Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 715-341-5171. paperdollpaper@sbcglobal.net. See ad on p. 22 Robin’s Nest Gifts 1129 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. People eager to decorate their homes will find inspiration at Robin’s Nest. We also feature a year round Christmas Room. Mon.-Thur. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m.6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 715-254-0974, www.robinnestgifts.com. See ad on p. 22

Stevens Point Area Co-op 633 Second St., Stevens Point. Welcome! Since 1972 we are the areas only whole foods store offering fresh baked goods, bulk foods and herbs, local and organic produce and products. 715-341-1555. www.spacoop.com. ■ 25 Sugar Cubed 1336 Strongs Ave., Downtown Stevens Point. We have a large selection of wonderful treats to satisfy everybody’s taste. Truffles, imported chocolates, fudge, gourmet snacks and adult beverage mixes. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sat. 715-341-5556. See ad on p. 22 ■ 25

Mader & Mader Auction Service Unique craft items, beautiful Amish made furniture and hundreds of quilts and wall hangings are auctioned off at our semi-annual Amherst Quilt, Craft & Amish Furniture Auction held at the Amherst Fairgrounds. 715-467-2800. www.maderauction.com. See ad on p. 26 Mullins Cheese 598 Seagull Drive, Mosinee. Located in downtown Knowlton. Fresh cheese curds, over 75 varieties of cheese, souvenirs, shirts and gift boxes. Open Mon.Sat. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 715-693-3205. See ad on p. 14

• Unusual and unique rayon, cotton and silk clothing; sizes S-XXXL • Scarves and sarongs • Tapestries, wind chimes, lamps and lanterns • Masks, statues and ethnic instruments • Purses, bags and hats • Sterling silver jewelry • Candles, bath salts and perfume oils • Belly dancing accessories and clothing • Giftware, including oriental wooden carved trunks, small chests, tea sets, chopsticks, jewelry boxes and much more

TREASURES FROM AROUND THE WORLD Fair trade items available

925 Main Street Downtown Stevens Point 715-341-4433 Mon. through Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Closed Sundays For more information, go to: www.myspace.com/dalasimportoasis

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CRAFT OUTLET STORE 2800 Hoover Road ~ Stevens Point WI ~ Phone 341-8686

Helping Crafters Create Memories for Generations

• More than 20,000 craft items in stock • Friendly knowledgeable staff • Quilt shop now open • Convenient shopping in store, by catalog or internet (www.herrschners.com)

We invite you to come visit us. STORE HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 9am-8pm; Sat. 9am-6pm Sun. 11am-4pm

LOCATION FROM HWY 39-51 Exit #156 County HH west. Go to first stoplights, turn right onto Hoover Road. We are 1 mile north on left.

We help you find books you’ll love. • Large Selection of Books • Special orders • Audio books • Magazines • Discount program • Free gift wrapping • Friendly, knowledgeable service

341-8300 Fax 341-8309 1001 Brilowski Road Stevens Point, WI Off Hwy. 10 East, North of Jung Garden Center Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9am-9pm, Sun. 10am-6pm

Dream Weavers Bridal “Where your dreams begin!”

We invite you to stop by and browse.....

• Bridal gowns • Bridesmaids • Flower girl dresses • Mothers of the Bride & Groom • Headpieces — jewerly — shoes • Tuxedo rentals by Nedrebo’s, DuBois & Savvi • Wedding gown preservation Specializing in couture, simple, non-traditional and informal collections. Offering competitive pricing to satisfy everyone's budget. Whether you are looking for a very traditional gown, sophisticated or romantic.... we have the gown for you! Serving Stevens Point area for 21 years!

Dream Weavers Bridal Your Complete Bridal & FormalwearCenter 2824 Post Road Bus. 51 S. in Whiting Stevens Point WI 54481 ~ Ph: (715) 344-1181 Store Hours: Mon & Thurs 10 -7 • Tues., Wed., Fri. 10-5 • Sat 9:30-3

“Your Sports Authority” • Sportscards – All Sports & NASCAR • NFL • MLB • NHL Jerseys, Jackets & Sweatshirts • Fitted & Non-fitted Caps • NASCAR Driver Jackets & Hats • Bobble Heads & Collectibles • Cheeseheads • SPECIAL ORDERS WELCOME

Area’s Largest Selection of Autographed Items

341-3867 www.hoffmanshobbies.com

Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm

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A C C O M O D AT I O N S America’s Best Value Inn — 15% off standard room rates.

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Altenburg’s Country Gardens — Save $1 off any strawberry or pumpkin purchase of $10 or more. (Expires Oct. 31, 2009)

The Companion Shop — Bring in this visitors guide for 10% off any purchase.

Central Waters Brewing Co. — Buy one pint, get one pint free. Valid Fridays 4-9 p.m. and Saturdays 3-9 p.m.

Dala’s Import Oasis — 10% off, not good with any other offers. 7

Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum — One free admission, with the purchase of at least one additional admission. 8

Dream Weavers Bridal — Bring in the visitors guide and receive 20% off any Formal Occasion Dress. 1, 10

AmericInn — $10 off standard room rate. 1, 3, 4 The Amherst Inn Bed & Breakfast — 10% off a two-night stay. 1, 4 Artha Sustainable Living Center — 10% off a two-night stay. Blue Top Motel — Free drink at our on-site sports pub, Rookies when you show this Visitor’s Guide at check-in. Comfort Inn — 10% off regular rate. 1, 3, 5 Comfort Suites — 10% off regular room rate

Donald Copps Municipal Pool — One free admission to Public Swimming/Waterslide Session (1-4 p.m. or 5-8 p.m.) Expires 8/15/2009. 7

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Country Inn & Suites — Free Upgrade to a whirlpool or oneroom suite with this offer. 1, 4

K.B. Willett Ice Arena — One free adult/child Ice Skating admission with the purchase of same, equal or greater value admission. 7

Dreams of Yesteryear Bed & Breakfast — 10% off second night’s stay. 4

The Scarabocchio Art Museum — Stop in Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday, 1 p.m. — 5 p.m. with this coupon for 25% off greeting cards, all works of art and T-shirts.

Elizabeth Inn & Convention Center — 10% off any standard Queen, King, Double, Family or Whirlpool suite. (Some exclusions apply.)

Stevens Point Brewery — Buy one adult brewery tour admission, get one free.

Fairfield Inn — $10 off rack rate.

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The Inn on Main Bed & Breakfast — 10% off the second night’s stay. 1, 4 La Quinta Inn & Suites — $10 off one room, one night. 1 Point Motel — Present this guide at check-in to receive $5 discount off regular rates. 1, 3 Royale Inn — $4 off per person. 1, 3 Stay Inn & Suites — We will beat any competitor’s price by up to 10%. Call for availability. Tomorrow River Supper Club & Motel — Bring in this guide to receive $10 off your first night stay! A Victorian Swan on Water — Stay one night, receive 10% off second night. 1, 4

Hoffman’s Hobbies “Your Sports Authority” — Buy ONE hat, Get $5 off second hat (with visitors guide Kindred Spirit Books — 10% off Books and Music or 20% off Gift Items Koerten Gallery — Bring in this visitors guide for 10% off your purchase, storewide. (See store for details) The Memory Market — 25% off Total Purchase

Arbuckles Eatery & Pub — $3 off your meal 1, 7, 9 Club Forest Bar — Buy your first drink, get your second free (equal or lesser value). 1, 7

Stevens Point Area Co-op — $1 off any one chocolate bar, expires 12/31/09.

Emy J’s — $1 off all organic fair-trade coffee

Sugar Cubed — 10% off any purchase 11

K Bueno Fresh Mexican Grill & Smoothie Bar — Mention this guide for Thursday drink specials.

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Mikey’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill — Free Appetizer when 2 or more try our Seafood, Pasta or Steak OR Free Bottle of Wine or Pitcher of Beer for table, when 4 or more try our Seafood, Pasta or Steak. Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery — 10% discount when you show your room key or CBG.

Divepoint Scuba — $5 off One Kayak Rental (includes paddle and PFD) Nature Treks — 15% off rentals 12 Pat Pierce, Professional Wisconsin Fishing Guide — Third Person Guide Fee Waived with visitors guide (Value up to $100)

Rudy’s Redeye Grill — Buy One Pizza — Second one ½ off Spiedini’s Bar & Grill — One Free Cocktail (rail only) with Dinner Purchase. The Sport Plate — $2 off any dinner

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Herrschners — 30% off ONE regular priced item, in store only. Excludes Yarn. 7

Old Times Sake & Heartstone Antiques — 10% off any purchase up to $50 or 15% off any purchase more than $50 1, 7, 8

D I N I N G / E N T E R TA I N M E N T Holiday Inn — $0.25 Wings and/or One Free Soda or Tap at Rudy’s Redeye Grill, with proof of overnight stay at Holiday Inn. 7

Gepetto’s Workshop — 10% off in store purchase (Use ‘Shop10off’ for discount)

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COMMUNITY SERVICES Avis Rent A Car — Mention this coupon and receive $20 off any rental, 5 days or greater. 13 Greater Point Baptist Church — Bring visitors guide in to receive one free bible, $5 value.

Two Lakes Restaurant — Free Cocktail (rail only) with purchase of Dinner. (Expires 11/1/2009) 7

SOME EXCLUSIONS APPLY: 1. Not valid with other offers, specials, discounts or coupons. 2. Not valid during special events or holidays. 3. Subject to availability. 4. Offer only valid if mentioned offer at time of reservation or check-in. 5. Discount applies to standard room rate only. 6. Valid only at Stevens Point location. 7. Limit one per customer. 8. One coupon per family, per visit. 9. Dine in only. 10. Valid on regular priced, in-stock merchandise only. 11. Excludes local artwork. 12. Cannot be used in conjunction with a Pedal & Paddle Card. 13. Standard Avis Age, Drivers License and Credit ID requirements apply. 14. Only valid at our Stevens Point and Central Wisconsin Airport Locations. All coupons expire on January 31, 2010 — unless otherwise stated. No photocopies are accepted.

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Amherst Business Association P.O. Box 223, Amherst WI 54406

Amherst Café Amherst Café

122 S. Main St., Amherst. 715-824-3112

Amherst Marine 422 S. Main St., Amherst. 715-824-5635

Central Waters Brewery 351 Allen St., Amherst. 715-824-2739

Mader & Mader Auction Services Old Times Sake, He artstone Antiques

N6324 County Hwy. G, Scandinavia. 715-467-2800

Old Times Sake/Heartstone Antiques 285 Wilson St., Amherst. 715-824-3870

Tomorrow River Gallery & Gifts 182 S. Main St., www.tomorrowrivergallery.com

Tomorrow River Supper Club 9971 County Hwy. KK, Amherst. 715-824-3113

Village of Amherst 715-824-5613 • www.amherstwi.govoffice2.com

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USSA Sanctioned Snowmobile Races – sponsored by the TR Lions/Amherst Fire District, Amherst Fairgrounds, 10 a.m., more than 100 entries expected, concession stand, 715-824-2176 or www.ussaprostar.com

Tomorrow River Lion & Lioness Charcoal grilled chicken dinner, 11 a.m. until sold out), Amherst Fairgrounds, Antique car parade 11 a.m., something for everyone, Fireworks show starts at dusk 715-824-5629.

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Tomorrow River Concert Series Presents: Willy Porter, 7:30 p.m., Singer/Songwriters performing acoustic music in the theater at the Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5881

Portage County Fair, Amherst Fairgrounds, Opens 5 p.m. Thursday. Closes 11 p.m. Sunday, youth exhibits, rides, live music, demo derby, truck and tractor pulls, 715-824-5522 ext 503. www.amherst.k12.wi.us, community section.

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JANUARY 31 Jazz Night: Details to come Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5202

FEBRUARY 7 Portage County Master Gardeners present: Garden Inspirations, Registration at 8 a.m., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

AUGUST 29 Amherst Quilt, Craft, and Amish Furniture Auction, 8 a.m., Amherst Fairgrounds, hundreds of quilts and wall hangings, crafts, furniture, flea market, bake sale, and lunch, rain or shine, 715-467-2800 or www.maderauction.com.

AUGUST 15-16 FEBRUARY 28 Tomorrow River Concert Series Presents: Johnsmith, 7:30 p.m., Singer/Songwriters performing acoustic music in the theater at the Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5881.

Little Britches Rodeo Amherst Fairgrounds, sponsored by TR Lions & the Amherst Boots & Saddle Club, 19 rodeo events for ages 6 to 18, Dance Saturday evening. Rodeo starts both days at 1 p.m. 715824-3344.

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Tomorrow River Concert Series Presents: Tracy Grammer, 7:30 p.m. Singer/Songwriters performing acoustic music in the theater at the Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5881.

Preview of the Hidden Studio Arts Tour — Tomorrow River Gallery, each artist will have two items on display at the gallery. check Web site for dates and times www.tomorrowrivergallery.com.

APRIL Student Art Exposition — Tomorrow River Gallery, check Web site for dates and times www.tomorrowrivergallery.com.

APRIL 18 Tomorrow River Concert Series Presents: Steve Gillette and Cindy Mangsen, 7:30 p.m., Singer/Songwriters performing acoustic music in the theater at the Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5881.

OCTOBER 2-4 Hidden Studios Tour — “Art along the Ice Age Trail” Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 12 to 4 p.m. See fine art in the making when these working artist studios open their doors to the public for tours, demonstrations, and the opportunity to purchase original art, www.hiddenstudiosarttour.com.

OCTOBER 10

Amherst “Swap-O-Rama” a Village wide garage sales event sponsored by the Amherst Business Association. 8 a.m. Maps available at local businesses the Thursday before the sale.

Lettie’s River Run “Along the Tomorrow River” & Fall Fun Festival, 5K & 10 K runs, 5K Walk, 8:30 a.m. on-site registration, 10 a.m. start, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Festival, food, children’s activities, music, and crafts, Jensen Community Center, Amherst, 715-824-5202, www.lettiesriverrun.org.

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Amherst Quilt, Craft, and Amish Furniture Auction, 8:00am, Amherst Fairgrounds, hundreds of quilts and wall hangings, crafts, furniture, flea market, bake sale, and lunch, rain or shine, 715-467-2800 or www.maderauction.com.

Amherst Village Christmas – Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., come celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season with a visit to Amherst. Craft sales, merchant specials, restaurant specials, tour the historic Amherst Inn B&B, outdoor lighting contests, and Santa parade on Saturday at dusk. 715-824-2326.

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JUNE 20-21 Alexis Chandler Memorial Softball Tournament — Sponsored by the TR Lions, Nelson Park. Kids games on Saturday during tournament, Brewer Sausage race Friday 8 p.m. — Saturday 3 p.m., Concession stand. 715-824-2176.

DECEMBER 11–13 Smokey Express Christmas Show, Jensen Center, Amherst, 715-824-2525.

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@1800 1800 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. The epitome of sophistication. Timeless art in the gallery, stylish lounge, breathtaking wooded views and understated style and elegance. @1800 is creative, fresh and will become your new favorite destination. 715-346-1800. at1800.com. See ad on p. 51

Clear Water Harbor N2757 Cty. Hwy. QQ, Waupaca. Waterfront restaurant and bar. Visit “MOO’s” for frozen treats, next to outdoor playground. Chain O’ Lakes cruises on the Chief and Lady of the Lakes, great spot for entertainment. Boat rides, 715-258-2866 (year round). Restaurant, 715-258-9912. See ad on p. 30

K Bueno Fresh Mexican Grill & Smoothie Bar 1137 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Domestic, local and Mexican beers on special every Thursday. Open 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Mon.-Wed., 11 a.m.-3 a.m. Thurs.-Sat.. Everything is made to order. Call-in-pickup orders welcome. 715-342-5541. 25 See ad on p. 32 ■

Ambrosia Pub & Grill 192 Main Street S., Amherst. Dine-in/take-out menus available. Full service restaurant/tavern, catering services — groups 50-800 at your location. Hours: Mon.-Tue. 3 p.m. to close, Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m. to close. 715-824-2332. See ad on p. 26

Club Forest Bar 1176 Club Forest Drive, Plover. 5 miles west of Plover on Hwy. 54. Family owned since 1927. Famous 1/2 lb. char-grilled burgers, specialty sandwiches and famous fresh salads. Open everyday, 11 a.m. Outdoor dining. On state snowmobiling trail, with plenty of parking. Families welcome. 715-345-1220. 25 See ad on p. 34 ■

Kim’s Barrel Inn 1001 2nd St., Downtown Stevens Point. Air conditioned, sports bar with friendly atmosphere, 9 televisions, Sunday NFL ticket, ATM available, pool table and dart boards. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-close, weekends 9 a.m.-close. Safe ride home program available. 715-341-8341. See ad on p. 32

Amherst Café 122 Main St., Amherst. Beautiful Downtown Amherst, Breakfast served anytime, open daily 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Closed Wednesdays. Smoke free. Made from scratch soups, specials, pies and jam. 715-824-3112. See ad on p. 26 Arbuckles Eatery & Pub 1320 Strongs Ave., Stevens Point. Home of the “Marathon of Beers”. American, Italian, and Mexican Entrees. Children’s menu. Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.10 p.m. Carryouts available. 715-341-2444, arbuckleseateryandpub.com. See ad on p. 32 ■ 25 Belt’s Soft Serve 2140 Division St., Stevens Point. Cones, flurries, sundaes, shakes, slush and smoothies. Fresh baked brownies, homemade cookie dough and peanut butter cup. Fresh strawberries and raspberries in season. Stevens Point’s favorite! 715-344-0049. Bernard’s Country Inn 701 2nd St. N., Stevens Point. Our European Master Chef prepares Alpine and American specialties and continental pastries. Imported cordials, beers and brandies, extensive wine list, relaxed old-world atmosphere. 715-344-3365. Charcoal Grill and Rotisserie 190 Crossroads Dr., Plover. Stop in and try one of our famous wood-fired specialty pizzas or our U.S.D.A. Black Angus burgers and steaks made in our own centrally located butcher shop. Sunday Brunch, 9 a.m. 715.295.0200, www.charcoalgrill.com. See ad on p. 33

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Emy J’s 1009 First St., Downtown Stevens Point. Offers 16 flavors of ice cream, “real” fruit smoothies, fresh roasted organic fair-trade gourmet coffees and espresso, WI-FI free spot. 715-345-0471. 25 See ad on p. 34 ■ Golden Corral Buffet & Grill 1400 Commerce Place, Plover. “Everyone Deserves a Good Meal™.” Come enjoy our buffet of choices including pasta, pizza, salad bar, and a selection of carved meats at dinner on Saturdays and Sundays! Open Monday through Friday at 11 a.m., Saturday and Sunday at 8 a.m. for our Sunrise Breakfast Buffet. 715-343-2780. www.goldencorral.com. See ad on p. 29 Grazies Italian Grill 5327 Hwy. 10 East, Stevens Point. Offering our guests the best quality available, from scratch. Now offering catering, celebrate with one of a kind taste. Kid’s menu, full bar with plasma TVs, wine and martini menu. 715-345-7808. www.graziesitaliangrill.com. See ad on p. 31 Hilltop Pub & Grill 4901 Main St., Stevens Point. Our casual atmosphere at the Hilltop is complimented by its good food, spirits and Wisconsin beer. A place you’ll want to visit again. Open every day, serving 10 a.m.-10 p.m. 715-341-3037. See ad on p. 33 IHOP 3025 Village Park Drive, Plover. Come Hungry. Leave Happy. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, from pancakes, omelettes, egg breakfasts to burgers, chicken and steak. Sun.-Thurs. 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 6 a.m.-midnight. 715-254-0955.

Mikey’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill 3018 Village Park Drive, Plover. Specializing in seafood, Italian cuisine and pub fare. Live music every weekend. 15 beers on tap and extensive wine list. TVs throughout entire facility. 715-544-0157. www.mikeysbarandgrill.com. ■ 25 Noodles & Company 101 Division St., Stevens Point. Noodles & Company serves fresh Asian, European and American cuisine, sautéed and grilled-to-order — and served in a flash. Dine in or take out. 715-295-0700. www.noodles.com. Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery 143 Division St. N, Stevens Point. Open 24 Hours, with free wireless Internet. Breakfast served anytime! Try our muffins and pies, baked fresh each day. Carry-out orders welcome. Open 24 hours. 715-341-5044. See ad on p. 31 ■ 25 Red Mill Supper Club 1222 Hwy. 10 West, Stevens Point. Short drive from downtown. Continuing the tradition of providing great dinners and special memories. Unique north-woods atmosphere overlooking perennial gardens and pond. Prime rib nightly. Senior menu. Gluten-free menu. Reservations welcome. 715-341-7714 www.theredmill.net. See ad on p. 34 Rudy’s Redeye Grill 1001 Amber Ave., Stevens Point. Located in the Holiday Inn. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Featuring steaks, daily chef’s specials, wood-fired grilled pizza, homemade pastas and breads, specialty appetizers and all American fare. 715-344-9808. www.rudysstevenspoint.com. See ad on p. 2 ■ 25

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Dining and Entertainment Silver Coach Hwy. 10 E., Stevens Point. The only authentic railroad car in Central Wisconsin. Outdoor dining nestled among flowering trees and herb garden. Serving cajun specialties, hand-cut steaks and superb seafood. Fine dining, casual atmosphere. Reservations suggested. 715-341-6588. www.silvercoachrestaurant.com. See ad on p. 34 Sky Club 2202 Post Road, Plover. Portage County’s premier supper club, family owned since 1961. Three generations of fine dining, offering choice steaks and the finest seafood! Wine Spectator & Wine Enthusiast 2008 award winner.715-341-4000. www.skyclubdining.com. Spiedini’s Bar & Grill 1010 Post Road, Plover. Always fun! Always Tasty! Award-winning pizzas (14 different kinds). Great steaks, chops, seafood, pasta and desserts. Full service bar and banquet hall. Friday Fish Fry! All Major credit cards accepted. 715-344-0160. www.spiedinis.com. See ad on p. 34 ■ 25

All–you– can–eat Steak every night

The Sport Plate 601 N. Michigan Ave., Stevens Point. Delicious selection of appetizers, sandwiches, salads and entrees. Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Located in SentryWorld Sports Center. 715-346-8790. thesportplate.com. See ad on p. 51 ■ 25

Open Daily Mon–Fri 11am Sat & Sun Serving Breakfast 8am

Buses and Groups Welcome 1400 Commerce Place Plover (715) 343-2780

Subway 135 N Division St., 715-341-7777; 201 West Clark St., 715-342-1438; 28 Park Ridge Drive, 715-342-4408; 5733 Windy Drive (Hwy. 10), 715-295-0804; 5601 Carrie Frost Drive, 715-544-4436; 250 Crossroads Drive, 715-254-2100. Subway offers party subs, party platters, box lunches and cookie platters for all your upcoming business or personal catering needs made with the freshest ingredients. Supreme Bean 1100 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Best source for coffees and teas by the cup or the pound. Large selection of fair trade coffees, espresso drinks, teas and organic bakery. Free wireless internet. Open daily. 715-344-0077. See ad on p. 34 Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery 1501 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. A nontraditional American, Irish & Scottish Sports Pub featuring 24 beers on tap and over 30 big screen televisions in an atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else. Open Sunday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. 715-341-1340. www.pointtiltedkilt.com. See ad on p. 36

BREAKFAST & LUNCH Enjoy Old-Fashioned Charm Hardwood Floors, Brick Walls, Cozy Fireplace and Unique Antique Chairs Serving Natural & Healthy Foods Daily 7am to 2pm Some of the Best Omelettes, Baked Goods & Sandwiches This Side of the River Home of Fudge Utopia Smoke-Free Environment

341-1133

1059 Main Street • Downtown Stevens Point STEVENS POINT AREA VISITORS GUIDE

www.clearwaterharbor.com

Restaurant & Bar Come inside the friendly HARBOR to enjoy our famous sandwiches, frosted mugs Wisconsin beer, cocktails and soda. Our specialties include the ’shroomburger, grilled fish and chicken sandwiches, an array of fresh crisp salads, homemade soups and desserts, our popular Friday Fish Fry, all at affordable family prices. We welcome visitors of all ages to enjoy the HARBOR. Come by land or by sea.

Public Boat Tours & Private Charters 1-1/2 HOUR NARRATED PUBLIC BOAT TOURS • 4 DAILY DEPARTURES From Saturday, June 20 through Sunday, August 16 (Early summer — starting Memorial Day weekend — and fall departure times — ending mid-October are once or twice daily. Call for off-season schedule.) 11:30am* . . . . . . . . .Chief Waupaca Adult tickets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$9.95 1:00pm . . . . . . . . . .Chief Waupaca Children (ages 3-12 years) . . .$6.75 2:30pm . . . . . . . . . .Chief Waupaca 2 years and under . . . . . . . . . .FREE 4:00pm . . . . . . . . .Lady of the Lakes (*11:30am Sunday departures, Lady of the Lakes) 10:30am . . . . . . . . . Sunday Champagne Brunch Cruise . .Chief Waupaca

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Live Entertainment The HARBOR is the place to be for fun, friends, and music! Enjoy entertainment Friday and Saturday nights all summer, with dancing on our spacious new dance floor. Then on Sundays, you can enjoy some of the best bands from the waterfront deck as bands play on our floating stage. Join us in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy live music by candle light on Tuesday nights starting at 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday entertainment starts at 9:30 p.m. Sunday’s bands at 3 p.m. No cover charge. (Bands and times are subject to change.) For a complete entertainment schedule visit our Web site at www.clearwaterharbor.com

Moo’s Dairy Bar Treat yourself to your favorite ice cream flavors near the playground. Featuring Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream. Both THE CHIEF WAUPACA Sternwheeler and the LADY OF THE LAKES Motor Yacht are available for private parties. Select your food and beverages from our complete menu of catered brunches, luncheons, dinners or cocktail cruises. For private charter information, rates and reservations, call 715-258-2866 year-round. *All prices subject to state and county sales tax and can not be guaranteed more than 60 days in advance.

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Dining and Entertainment Tomorrow River Supper Club & Motel 9971 County KK, Amherst. Offers riverside dining every day, year round. $15.95 Lobster Wednesday. River trips in the summer, Snowmobile trips and sleds in winter. Private parties welcome! 715-824-3113, www.tomorrowriverfun.com. See ad on p. 26 ■ 25

Water Street Grille 1410 Third St., Downtown Stevens Point. Steak, Ribs, Seafood, Chicken, Quesadillas, Great Salads and Delicious Sandwiches. Daily drink and food specials. Friday Fish Fry. Lunch and Dinner served Monday through Saturday. Dinner reservations recommended. Carry-out Available. 715-344-2070. See ad on p. 31

Two Lakes Restaurant 9915 Two Lakes Road, Almond. 20 minutes south of Stevens Point. Family owned for 60 years, open Tues.Sun., April-October. American/Italian Cuisine, Famous Italian Dinner with Drunken Chicken, Great Steaks, Shrimp and Homemade Pizza. 715-366-2479. 25 See ad on p. 32 ■

The Wooden Chair 1059 Main St., Stevens Point. Old-fashioned charm with our unique, antique chairs. Serving natural and healthier foods daily, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. The best omelets, home-baked goodies and specialty sandwiches. Home of Fudge Utopia. 715-341-1133. See ad on p. 29

OPEN 24 HOURS

AFFORDABLE UPSCALE DINING SALADS • SANDWICHES • PASTAS • STIR FRY • CHICKEN • RIBS STEAKS • SEAFOOD • FRIDAY FISH FRY • SPECIALTY DRINKS Serving Lunch and Dinner — Monday through Saturday 11am–9pm

1410 Third Steet • Downtown Stevens Point SMOKE FREE

Red brick building on the corner of Third and Water Street

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! g n i r e t a C w No Open at 11 a.m. At Grazies we pride ourselves in offering our guests the best quality food available. The only way we can achieve this is to make everything from scratch, including our pasta, pizza dough, bread, unique sauces and salad dressings. Because everything is made to order from scratch, we invite you to change, modify or substitute any ingredients in your meal to adjust for your own taste. For your health we offer a smoke-free dining environment and waiting area.

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Stevens Point 5327 Hwy. 10 East 715-345-7808 Across from Target www.GraziesItalianGrill.com

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143 Division St. North Stevens Point, WI

341-5044 We make the best affordable! Check our Web site for full menu at www.GraziesItalianGrill.com Check our Web site for nightly entertainment Call about discounts for large parties or sports teams Come for the Food! Stay for the Fun! Full Bar Locally owned — Taste the Difference! 31

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Domestic, Local and Mexican Beers on Special Every Thursday. Locally produced food Wide variety of Mexican and local beer Sports Bar • 9 TVs • NFL Sunday Ticket Pool Table • Dart Boards • Air Conditioning • ATM Available Reasonably Priced Drinks • Friendly Atmosphere Safe Ride Home Program Available OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK M-F 11am-Close • Sat-Sun 9am-Close 1001 Second Street (one block north of Hwy. 10 in downtown Stevens Point)

715-341-8341

Everything is made to order. Call-in-pick-up orders welcome: 715-342-5541 1137 Main Street • Stevens Point

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Served with Meat Sauce, Meatballs, Italian Sausage and/or Mushrooms

Call for Reservations

Wisconsin’s Favorite Pizza

715-366-2479

Homemade Pizza. Variety of Toppings. Weekly Specialty Pizza

Family Owned 60 Years

Hours: Mon.–Sat. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Carryouts Available Home of the Marathon of Beers • Kid’s Menu

Two Lakes Exclusives

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Famous Drunken Chicken Chicken

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Sautéed in olive oil, sherry wine, garlic and tomatoes, dinner includes salad with side order of mostaccioli and freshly baked bread

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Italian Dinner – Family Style

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he Hilltop would like to invite you to tour their Beer Pub & Restaurant. Enter through a 125 year old historic beer vat, grab a frosty mug of HILLTOP HOUND ALE and browse the huge collection of bygone era beer artifacts. Excellent food, service and wonderful historic atmosphere make this a great casual dining establishment on the city’s eastside. The Hilltop serves up their famous Friday Fish Fry (everyday), sandwiches, steaks, char-burgers and more. The Hilltop invites you to ask the locals about our good food and friendly atmosphere. Casual Dining Room, Keg Room and 3 Outdoor Patios.

R E S TA U R A N T Corner of Hwy. 51 (I-39) & Hwy. 10 East 4901 Main Street • Stevens Point, WI (Next to La Quinta Inn)

Char-Grill & Famous Char-Burgers Steak Sandwiches • Full Sandwich Menu Steaks • Shrimp Complete Dinner Menu – Full Service

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Famous Friday Fish Fry Serving 10 am till 11 pm

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Family Owned and Operated Open Daily at 11 a.m. Serving Food until 10 p.m. 1/2 lb. Chargrilled Burgers — Our Specialty Made Fresh — Raspberry Walnut Chicken and Caesar Salads Specialty Sandwiches: Portabella Mushroom; Broiled Rueben Cod; Grilled Chicken Cordon Bleu and Many More! Hand-made Pizzas Outdoor Patio Seating On State Snowmobile Trail with Plenty of Parking

Show your room key: BUY ONE DRINK, GET ONE FREE! ($3 Limit)

on Hwy. 54 west between Plover and Wisconsin Rapids

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Come feel at home ... we offer fine dining and superior service in a relaxing, north woods atmosphere, just minutes away. Your destination for the area’s best steaks, seafood and cocktails. • Children’s Menu • Senior Menu • Martini Menu • Famous Friday Fish Fry • Gluten-Free Menu

1222 Hwy. 10 West • Stevens Point, WI 54481 (2 miles west of Stevens Point on Hwy. 10)

715-341-7714 www.theredmill.net

HOURS: Open nightly at 5pm • Friday at 4pm • Closed Monday

• Roasted on-site fair trade organic coffees • Espresso drinks • Loose tea • Pastries • Fresh fruit smoothies • 16 flavors of hard-serve ice cream

• Now serving food • Free wireless Internet access

EMY J’s 1009 First Street (In the Downtown Area) Stevens Point, WI 54481 715-345-0471

Gourmet coffees & teas Available by the cup or the pound. Largest selection in the area. Featuring Earthcrust Bakery, Mary Kroner & Big Apple Bagels. Free wireless internet.

OPEN DAILY

BAR & GRILL Historic Downtown Stevens Point 1100 Main Street, Suite 1A

715-344-0077

FRESH FOOD

FINE SPIRITS

C A J U N S P E C I A L I T I E S & H O M E M A D E D E S S E RT S

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THE BEST! • PIZZA • PASTA • STEAKS • SEAFOOD • COCKTAILS • Banquet and Catering Facilities 1010 Post Road Plover, WI 54467 www.spiedinis.com

715-344-0160 All major credit cards accepted

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1501 North Point Drive • Stevens Point, WI 54481 800-998-2311 • www.ramadastevenspoint.com

The Ramada Stevens Point offers you the perfect hideaway close to home. Come discover the charm of Stevens Point’s landmark hotel. Conveniently located close to major attractions ■ UWSP ■ Sentry World Golf Course ■ Green Circle Trail ■ Stevens Point Brewery ■ Zenoff Park

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Mullins Cheese Factory Iverson Park Snowmobile Trails Bukolt Park and Boat Landing ■ Premiere Fishing Spots

Central Wisconsin offers a variety of hunting opportunities, including whitetail deer, small game, wild turkey and waterfowl.

Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery is a non-traditional American, Irish and Scottish pub featuring 24 beers on tap, more than 30 large screen TVs and an atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else.

There is something for everyone. Call 800-998-2311 or visit www.ramadastevenspoint.com

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Hotels Americas Best Value Inn 247 North Division St., Stevens Point. Excellent VALUE! FREE breakfast (coffee, juice, pastry). FREE local calls. FREE long distance call each night. Kids stay FREE. Dogs welcome ($15 fee/stay)! 715-341-8888. www.innworks.com. ■ 25 AmericInn 1501 American Drive, Plover. Indoor pool, whirlpool, continental breakfast, wireless Internet, Jacuzzi rooms, free local calls, cable/HBO, AAA approved. Located on the historic Yellowstone Trail. Access to snowmobile trails. 715-342-1244, 800-634-3444 www.americinn.com. See ad on p. 40 ■ 25 Blue Top Motel 3425 Church St., Stevens Point. Locally-owned. Excellent rates. 54 guest rooms, 5 studio rooms, wireless Internet, refrigerators, microwaves, cable, meeting and banquet facilities, extended-stay rates available. Rookies Sports Pub & Blue Top Family Restaurant on site. 715-344-3434, 866-377-9707 www.bluetopmotel.com. ■ 25 Comfort Inn 1560 American Drive, Plover. Will assure you and your guests comfortable lodging. 68 guest rooms, pub, meeting room, pool, whirlpool, exercise room, game room, cable, deluxe continental breakfast and wireless Internet. Pets welcome. 715-342-0400 www.choicehotels.com/hotel/wi161. See ad on p. 40 ■ 25 Comfort Suites 300 N. Division St., Stevens Point. 105 suites, indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, free deluxe continental breakfast, meeting room, free local calls, in-room coffee, microwaves, refrigerators, complimentary high-speed Internet access, some rooms with whirlpools. 715-341-6000, 800-228-5150 www.stevenspointcomfortsuites.com. See ad on p. 41 ■ 25 Country Inn & Suites 301 Division St. N., Stevens Point. Indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center, whirlpool suites, refrigerator and microwave in rooms, free continental breakfast, free weekday newspaper, in-room coffee, free local calls, wireless Internet, and guest laundry facilities. 715-345-7000, 800-456-4000 www.countryinns.com/stevenspointwi. See ad on p. 41 ■ 25 STEVENS POINT AREA VISITORS GUIDE

Elizabeth Inn & Convention Center 5246 Harding Ave., Plover. 80 rooms, Taters Lounge, indoor pool, whirlpool, continental breakfast, cable, wireless Internet, meeting and banquet facilities for 450, fax/copier available, located on snowmobile trail. Family and whirlpool suites available. 715-341-4414, 800-280-0778. www.elizabethinn.com. See ad on p. 42 ■ 25

Holiday Inn Express 1100 Amber Ave., Stevens Point. Newly Renovated! Complimentary Express Start breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, 24-hour business center, whirlpoool, free waterpark passes, complimentary wireless Internet, rooms include microwaves and refrigerators. Located in Holiday Inn Complex. 715-344-0000. See ad on p. 2

Fairfield Inn 5317 Hwy. 10 E., Stevens Point. 62 newly renovated guest rooms, indoor pool and spa, non-smoking and physically challenged rooms, meeting room, free deluxe continental breakfast, cable, local calls and high-speed wireless Internet, new fitness room. 715-342-9300, 800-228-2800. See ad on p. 42 ■ 25

Holiday Inn Hotel Convention Center and 3-Story Super Slide 1001 Amber Ave., Stevens Point. Featuring whirlpool, executive and family suites, plus all standard rooms include microwaves and refrigerators. Fitness center, superslide waterpark, full service restaurant and bar. Conferences, conventions and banquets up to 1,200. 715-344-0200. www.holidayinn.com/stevenspoint. See ad p. 2 ■ 25

Hampton Inn 3090 Village Park Drive, Plover. Upscale guestrooms, Complimentary Hot Breakfast, indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness area, free wireless and wired Internet, free local calls. Cloud 9 Bed experience, away from traffic in a park-like setting. 715-295-9900, www.ploverstevenspoint.hamptoninn.com. See ad on p. 43

La Quinta 4917 Main St., Stevens Point. Meeting facilities, indoor pool, spa, fitness center, free continental breakfast, children under 18 free, in-room coffee, hairdryers, irons, AC, satellite TV, free local calls, handicap and non-smoking rooms. 715-344-1900 www.lq.com. See ad on p. 38 ■ 25 37

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Royale Inn CONFERENCE & CONVENTION CENTER

U.S. Hwy. 10 E • Stevens Point At the Junction of I-39 (Hwy. 51) and Hwy. 10

715-341-5110 • 877-811-0217 www.royaleinn.com ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Business Center Continental Breakfast ◆ Cable ◆ Arcade Indoor Pool ◆ Whirlpool ◆ Sauna Complimentary Coffee in the Lobby Conference and Banquet Rooms Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron/ Ironing Board in Each Room ◆ High-speed Wireless Internet Access ◆ Poolside Rooms ◆ Relax on our outdoor deck overlooking wooded scenery

Point Motel 209 Division St., Stevens Point. Closest motel to the UW-SP. 44 rooms, AAA Approved, Internet, continental breakfast. Pets allowed. Monthly and weekly rates. All rooms with queen size bed, cable TV and AC. 715-344-8312, 866-344-8312. www.pointmotel.com. ■ 25 Ramada Stevens Point 1501 North Point Drive, Stevens Point. Ramada Stevens Point offers the perfect hide-away close to home. Come rediscover the charm of Stevens Point landmark hotel. Centrally located. 715-341-1340. www.ramadastevenspoint.com. See ad on p. 36 Royale Inn 5110 US Highway 10 East, Stevens Point. Just off I-39, 120 rooms, continental breakfast, business center, wireless Internet, indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, inroom coffee, conference and banquet rooms, handicap facilities, guest laundry, cable, HBO and arcade. 715-341-5110, www.royaleinn.com. See ad on p. 38 ■ 25 Stay Inn & Suites 159 Division St. N., Stevens Point. Newly Renovated Lobby. Free Internet, fridge, microwave in every room, pets welcome. Special rates for UWSP families. Meeting room. Beautiful view of Schmeeckle Reserve. Why not Stay Inn with us? 715-341-9090, 877-836-7880. www.stayinn.us. See ad on p. 43 ■ 25 Tomorrow River Supper Club & Motel 9971 County KK, Amherst. Offers single & double rooms year round. Specials in the restaurant for Motel guests! River Trips in the summer, Snowmobile trips and sleds in winter. 715-824-3113, www.tomorrowriverfun.com. See ad on p. 26 ■ 25

Bed & Breakfast The Amherst Inn 303 S Main St., Amherst. Historic 24 room Victorian mansion filled with antiques and ambiance, now a “Painted Lady”. Award winning landscaping. Gourmet breakfast. Near attractions and recreational opportunities. AC. Gift certificates. Credit cards accepted. 715-824-2326, 888-211-3555. www.amherstinn.com. See ad on p. 39 ■ 25 Artha Sustainable Living Center LLC 9784 County Road K, Amherst. Experience green living powered by the sun in the central Wisconsin countryside. Offering year round hands-on workshops and retreats in solar energy, gardening, yoga, and more. A renewable energy oasis! 715-824-3463. www.arthaonline.com. See ad on p. 39 ■ 25

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The Amherst Inn Bed & Breakfast 303 S. Main Street Amherst, WI 54406 715-824-2326 • 888-211-3555 www.amherstinn.com

The Amherst Inn Bed & Breakfast

Artha Sustainable Living Center

Dreams of Yesteryear 1100 Brawley Street Stevens Point, WI 54481 715-341-4525 www.dreamsofyesteryear.com

Dreams of Yesteryear

The Inn on Main Street

A Victorian Swan on Water

Artha Sustainable Living Center 9784 County Road K Amherst, WI 54406 715-824-3463 www.arthaonline.com

The Inn on Main Street 2141 Main Street Stevens Point, WI 54481 715-343-0373 www.innonmainstreet.com A Victorian Swan on Water 1716 Water Street Stevens Point, WI 54481 715-345-0595 • 800-454-9886 www.victorianswan.com

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Dreams of Yesteryear Bed & Breakfast 1100 Brawley St., Stevens Point. Located within Association of Downtown Businesses District. National Historic Register. Featured in Victorian Homes magazine. Wireless Internet, cable TV in rooms, AC, 6 rooms, 2 suites, whirlpool. 715-341-4525. www.dreamsofyesteryear.com. See ad on p. 39 ■ 25

Welcome to the end of the day. PLOVER • STEVENS POINT 1501 American Drive, Exit 153 Intersection of Hwy. B and U.S. Hwy. 51 (I-39) Located on the Historic Yellowstone Trail Reservations

715-342-1244 • 1-800-634-3444

Stop in, we’re on the Yellowstone Trail

1560 American Drive Plover, WI 54467 715-342-0400 Located on I-39 and Hwy. B

• Large Indoor Pool, Whirlpool, Game Room and Fitness Center • On-site Lounge — Yellowstone Trail Pub • Complimentary High-Speed Wireless and Wired Internet Access • Deluxe Continental Breakfast • Guest Laundry Facilities • Meeting Room Accommodations • Walking Distance to Shopping and Restaurants • Pets Welcome

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Inn on Main Street, LLC 2141 Main St., Stevens Point. Across from UWSP’s “Old Main.” A warm cozy, bed and breakfast delighting in serving its customer’s needs. Three comfortable rooms, wireless Internet, air conditioning, TV/VCR and a delectable breakfast. 715-343-0373. www.innonmainstreet.com. See ad on p. 39 ■ 25 A Victorian Swan on Water 1716 Water St., Stevens Point. Celebrating over 20 years of award winning B&B hospitality in an 1889 Victorian home. Whirlpool and sauna suites — A/C and wireless Internet — downtown location — specials and gift certificates. 715-345-0595, 800-454-9886. www.victorianswan.com. See ad on p. 39 ■ 25

Cottage Rentals Ruston’s Guest Cottages Big Bass Lake, Stevens Point Area. Two year-round rental cottages on Big Bass Lake in Central Wisconsin. Choose an original 3-bedroom stone farmhouse or the two-bedroom rustic cabin. 715-446-2508. www.rustonsguestcottage.com.

Campgrounds PRIVATE Lake DuBay Shores Campground 1713 DuBay Drive, Mosinee. Boating, fishing, swimming, canoe, paddleboat and boat rental, playground, horseshoes, volleyball, rec hall and gameroom, free Wi-Fi, hayrides, nature trails, E.W.S. hookups, sanitary dump stations, country store and boat launch. 715-457-2484, camp@dubayshores.com. www.dubayshores.com. See ad on p. 17 w w w . S t e v e n s P o i n t A r e a . c o m

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◆ Complimentary continental breakfast ◆ Whirlpool suites ◆ In-room coffee ◆ Free weekday morning newspaper ◆ Pool, whirlpool and fitness center ◆ Guest laundry facilities ◆ Free local telephone calls and long distance access ◆ Free high-speed Internet and much, much more! (I-39 exit #161) 301 Division Street North Stevens Point, WI (715) 345-7000

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COUNTY PARK CAMPGROUNDS Collins Park, Town of Alban Covers 21 acres, has 27 campsites, an enclosed lodge and areas to swim and sailboat. DuBay Park, Town of Eau Plaine 31 campsites and an enclosed lodge highlight the 51-acre park. It features motorboating, water-skiing, swimming and sailboat access.

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Lake Emily Park, Town of Amherst This 143-acre park and campground has 67 campsites and an enclosed lodge. Nature trails, as well as opportunities for swimming, motorboating, water-skiing and sailboating. The park also has showers and flush toilets. Jordan Park, Town of Hull Spanning 271 acres with 25 campsites, an enclosed lodge and a nature trail. Swimming, rowboating, canoeing and sailboat areas are available. The park also has showers and flush toilets. The Portage County Parks System accepts reservations for campsites in person, online or by mail. The mailing address in 1903 County Hwy. Y, Stevens Point, WI 54481. For questions, call 715-346-1433, email parks@co.portage.wi.us or visit www.co.portage.wi.us.

STATE PARK CAMPGROUND Hartman Creek State Park 20 miles east of Stevens Point, near Waupaca. 101 wooded campsites available, winter camping available, showers and dump station. 715-258-2372. STEVENS POINT AREA VISITORS GUIDE

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Attorney Redfield Law Offices, LLC 1033 Park St., Stevens Point. Get the legal advantage on your side! Credit cards accepted. 715-345-2885. www.redfieldlaw.com.

Banks/ Financial Services Chase 601 Main St., Stevens Point. Full service financial services provider for personal and business needs. Access online, ATMs, telephone, and branches in 17 states. 715-344-3300 or www.chase.com. United FCS 1216 Wildwood Drive, Stevens Point. A customer-owned financial cooperative providing loans for homes/construction, recreational/vacant land, agricultural leases, operating line of credit, tax & record service, crop insurance and FREE preapprovals. 715-344-1000 www.unitedfcs.com. See ad on p. 46 M&I Bank 1200 Commerce Place, Plover, 715-344-8182 1245 Main St., Stevens Point, 715-344-5100 2851 Post Road, Plover, 715-341-0380 Anytime of the day or night, M&I Bank is here to meet all your banking needs including: Personal Banking, Business Banking, Mortgage Banking, Investments, and Online Banking with Bill Payment. www.mibank.com. See ad on p. 46

Business/Economic Development Amherst Business Association Visit Amherst, a historic community located along the Tomorrow River and adjacent to the Tomorrow River State Trail. Restaurants, lodging, shopping and much more. There’s no place like it! See ad on p. 26 Portage County Business Council 5501 Vern Holmes Drive, Stevens Point. Your Chamber of Commerce/Economic Development Partnership - for all you need to be successful. Assistance with site selection, training and resources to help you expand or locate your business here. 715-344-1940. info@portagecounty.biz. www.portagecountybiz.com. See ad on p. 47 44

Day Spas and Hair Salons The Wellness Spa 3916 Water St. (Hwy. HH), Stevens Point. Rediscover yourself with massage, facials, nail care, makeup, Tai Chi classes and Qigong meditation. Celebrate with Couples Packages, spa parties and retreats in a classic spa nestled on 8 acres of natural beauty. 715-341-3333, 877-341-WSPA. www.wellnesssparesort.com.

Health Care Advanced Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dentistry 3216 Business Park Dr., Stevens Point. Dr. Glen Magyera DDS. Our goal is exceptional care and quality through high technology and advanced education, raising the bar and setting us apart. 715-341-7171, www.stevenspointdds.com. See ad on p. 46

Ministry Medical Group 824 Illinois Ave., Stevens Point. 90-provider, multispecialty clinic, with satellite locations in Stevens Point, Iola, Amherst, Waupaca and Plover. The physicians and staff offer excellent care in their stateof-the-art facility, adjacent to Saint Michael’s Hospital. 715-342-7500, www.ministryhealth.org. See ad on p. 46 Saint Michael’s Hospital 900 Illinois Ave., Stevens Point. Saint Michael’s Hospital is a fully accredited acute-care facility with 181 licensed beds, offering a broad range of services and physician specialties. 715-346-5000, www.ministryhealth.org. See ad on p. 46 Scoliosis Rehab Inc. 1201A Water St., Stevens Point. One of the first physical therapy clinics in the US to specialize in treating scoliosis using the Schroth™-based method. Scoliosis Rehab Inc. has seen patients from most US states, Canada, Australia, Phillipines and Mexico. 715-295-9820, 877-734-2220 www.scoliosisrehab.com. w w w . S t e v e n s P o i n t A r e a . c o m

Businesses and Services Stevens Point Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine 1052 Main St., Downtown Stevens Point. Offers holistic health support for all ages. We provide acupuncture, herbal perscriptions and a variety of related therapies. Hours are flexible, call now for an appointment. 715-342-5757, www.sp-acu.com. See ad on p. 22

Real Estate Coldwell Banker Northwood Real Estate 3260 Church St., Stevens Point. We provide the most professional, informative, loyal and dedicated service in the industry. Allow us to help you make your real estate dreams a reality. 715-344-8807. www.northwoodre.com. First Weber Group Realtors 5424 Hwy. 10 E., Suite A, Stevens Point. FirstWeber.com makes it fast and fun to search for and pinpoint properties, parks, schools and much more with First Weber’s MAPIt Technology. 715-341-6688, toll free: 877-688-6198. www.firstweber.com. See ad on p. 45

Resource Centers Aging & Disability Resource Center of Portage County 1519 Water St., Stevens Point. Information about housing, chore services, home care and other programs and services for seniors, adults with disabilities and their families and caregivers. 715-346-1405 or 800-586-5055. See ad on p. 45

Transportation Services CAR RENTALS Avis Rent A Car Located at the Stevens Point Municipal Airport, (715-345-8989) Hwy. 66 and I-39 and Central Wisconsin Airport (715-693-3025) in Mosinee. Competitive daily, weekly and one way rates. www.aviswi.com. ■ 25

SHUTTLE SERVICES Courtesy Cab 5622 Hwy B, Stevens Point. Safe, clean vehicles with courteous drivers. Service available throughout the greater Stevens Point Area, including airport service. Also available for large groups. 715-342-8863. See ad on p. 46

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Dr. Glen Magyera DDS 3216 Business Park Dr. Stevens Point WI. 54481 (715) 341-7171 or visit us on the Web www.stevenspointdds.com

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Full-Service Banking with Fast Cash ATM locations. Crossroads Commons 1200 Commerce Pl • 715-344-8182 Stevens Point 1245 Main St • 715-344-5100 Plover 2851 Post Rd • 715-341-0380 Other ATM locations: 1850 Plover Rd (Copps) Center Point Mall, Stevens Point 3256 Church St, Stevens Point (Copps) 5657 Hwy 10 E, Stevens Point (Copps) 5474 Hwy 10 E, Stevens Point (Staples) mibank.com Member FDIC

e strive to continue to keep central Wisconsin smiling. Our passion is to keep up to date with the latest changes We’ve got your smile! and advances in technology and education. We pride ourselves with a team approach to Dentistry in a spa-like atmosphere. Call today to schedule an appointment!

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JULIE BIRRENKOTT

Marketing Manager Stevens Point Brewery

As a lifelong resident of Portage County, Julie Birrenkott is a testament to the exceptional educational and technical training opportunities afforded area high school graduates and residents. Julie attended classes at Mid-State Technical College and the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. And, thanks to a vibrant local economy, she was able to find what others would consider to be a dream job in marketing with 150-year-old landmark Point Brewery! Portage County offers outstanding educational opportunities for employee training and personal enrichment â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all having a positive impact on the Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workforce as they prepare students and give residents the tools they need to succeed. Local educators have been quick to respond to employer training needs with new and expanded courses to serve our regional workforce. Call, or come visit us, to learn more about relocating or expanding your business to Portage County.

PORTAGE COUNTY BUSINESS COUNCIL 5501 Vern Holmes Drive Stevens Point, Wisconsin 54481 Ph: 715.344.1940 Fax: 715.344.4473 info@portagecountybiz.com

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Apostolic Bible Chapel 2841 Washington Ave., Plover. “Where the Bible is still God inspired”. Services: Sun. 10 a.m. and Wed. 7 p.m. On the corner of Washington and Green. Pastor: Jim Van Norman. 715-344-4942. Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 3210 Maple Drive, Plover. Our mission is: To know Jesus and to make Him known. Worship: Sat. 5:30 p.m. and Sun. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Bible Study 10:45 a.m. 715-341-2898. www.beautifulsaviorploverwi.com. Berea Baptist Church - GARBC 2216 Ellis St., Stevens Point. A place of worship. A Bible class for every age. Wheelchair accessible. Services: Sun. 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., Wed. 7 p.m. prayer and family night. 715-344-7038 or 715-344-8141. Celebration Church 4701 Industrial Park Road, Stevens Point. Sunday services: 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. with children ministries, Wednesday night ministries for families 6:30-7:45 p.m. 715-295-0646. www.insidecelebration.com. Christian Science Society 2800 Main St., Stevens Point. Sunday service 10 a.m. Reading room hours Wednesday 1-3 p.m. All are welcome. 715-344-5477. www.spirituality.com or www.christianscience.com. Church of the Intercession-Episcopal 1417 Church St., Downtown Stevens Point. Rector, Fr. Jim Trainor. Sun. 9:15 a.m. Service of Holy Eucharist, 10:45 a.m. Christian Education for all ages. Wed. 5:30 p.m. Eucharist, 6 p.m. Potluck, 6:15 p.m. Youth Group. 715-344-3879. Email: intercession@sbcglobal.net. www.bigreddoors.org. Community Church 3516 Stanley St., Stevens Point. Visit our welcoming, Christ-centered faith family. Worship: Sun. 9:30 a.m. Sunday School: 11 a.m. Small groups and ministry teams for all ages. 715-341-8811, www.pointchurch.net. Divine Word Evangelical Lutheran Church 2501 Plover Springs Drive, Plover. We invite you to join us: Sun. 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., September-May; Sun. 9 a.m., summer; Mon. 7 p.m., May-November. 715-341-2915.

One of many religious shrines in the Stevens Point area, located at St. Joseph Convent.

Frame Memorial Presbyterian Church 1300 Main St., Stevens Point. An inclusive, historic church on Main Street, worshiping God with minds, hearts and souls while reaching out in mission to our community and the world. 715-341-3040. Good News Fellowship Church 801 Highway 10 West, Stevens Point. Ministry for all ages. Sun. service, 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Midweek service, Wed. 7 p.m. Phone: 715-341-3275. Email: GNFC@GNFChurch.org. www.GNFChurch.org. Grace Baptist Church 1500 Hoover Ave., Plover. Bible-based study and worship. Sun. services at 9:30, 10:45, 6 p.m., Wed. programs AWANA/Teens in Grace Program 6:30 p.m., Adult Bible Study 7 p.m., Men and Women’s activities/ministries. Pastor Gary Akright. 715-341-4445, wwww.gracebaptistplover.org.

Greater Point Baptist Church 4902 Hwy HH, Stevens Point. Independent, Fundamental, Soulwinning. Sunday school 9:30 a.m., Preaching 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Wed. 7 p.m. Pastor Woody Baumgartner. Nursery provided for all services, free bus transportation. 715-341-6612. ■ 25 Highland Church 700 Hoover Ave., Plover. Real God. Real Love. Real People. Sun. 9 a.m. Sunday school, 10 a.m. Adult Worship and children’s services. Wed. 6:30 p.m. Adult, Youth and Children’s Activities. 715-341-4640, www.highlandag.org. Newman University Catholic Parish 2108 Fourth Ave., Stevens Point. Masses at 5 p.m. Saturday, 10:15 a.m. Sunday, 6 p.m. Sunday at St. Joseph Convent, 1300 Maria Drive. (Sunday night Mass not celebrated during summer or UWSP breaks.) 715-345-6500. www.newmanuwsp.org. w w w . S t e v e n s P o i n t A r e a . c o m

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Peace United Church of Christ 1756 Dixon St., Stevens Point. Sun. Worship 10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m., June-August Worship 9:30 a.m. Handicap Accessible. “Whoever you are, and where ever you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.” 715-344-7104. www.peacesp.org.

St. Stanislaus Catholic Church 838 Fremont St., Stevens Point. Mass: Sat. 4:30 p.m., Sun. 8 and 10:30 a.m., Weekdays, Tue., Wed, and Fri. 8:30 a.m., Thur. 8:15 a.m.; Mon., Communion Service 8:30 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Sat. 9 a.m. 715-344-9117. www.saintstans.net.

Trinity Lutheran Church - ELCA 1410 Rogers St., Stevens Point. Corner of Clark St. (Hwy. 10) and Rogers St. near downtown. Services: Sunday 8:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Education and Fellowship hour 9:30 a.m. Summer services 9 a.m. 715-344-2869. www.trinitysp.com.

Redeemer Lutheran Church 900 Brilowski Road, Stevens Point. Sun. Services 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m.; Education for all ages on Wed. 6 p.m.; Summer 9 a.m. service. 715-341-3233.

St. Stephen Church 1401 Clark St., Stevens Point. Mass: Sat. 5:30 p.m., Sun. 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Weekdays 6:45 a.m. mass or communion service. Reconciliation first and third Saturday of the month at 9 a.m. 715-344-3319. www.saintstephenparish.com.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 3116 Algoma St., Stevens Point. Liberal religious community dedicated to the search for truth, spiritual growth and service. Sunday services are at 10 a.m., Sept.-May. Sunday school 10 a.m. Childcare available. 715-344-1360. Email: info@spuuf.org. http://spuuf.org.

St. Bronislava Parish 3200 Plover Road, Plover. Masses: Sat. 4 p.m.; Sunday 8 and 10:30 a.m.; Tue.-Fri. 8:15 a.m.; Reconciliation: 3 p.m. Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration: Wed. 9 a.m.5 p.m., Thur. 6-9 p.m. Holy Days and other masses in the bulletin. 715-344-4326, www.stbrons.com. St. Joseph Catholic Church 1709 Wyatt Ave., Stevens Point. Weekend: Sat. 4:30 p.m., Sun. 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m. (Summer Sun. – 9:30 a.m.), MWFS 8 a.m., Thurs. 6:15 p.m., Tues. 8 a.m. Prayer Service and Communion. Reconciliation: Sat., 11 a.m. 715-341-1617. www.togetherinfaith.org. St. Paul Lutheran Church & School – LCMS 1919 Wyatt Ave., Stevens Point. Worship: Saturdays and Wed. – 5:30 p.m., Sun. – 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m. Sunday School – 9:15 a.m. School – Preschool & Pre-K through 8th. Pastor Tom Peterson. 715-344-5664. www.saintpaulonline.com. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church 600 Wilshire Blvd., Stevens Point. Sun. 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.; Sunday school and small groups 9:1510:15 a.m. Call for summer hours. Wed. dinner, choirs and small groups. Open hearts, Open minds, Open doors. 715-344-3557. www.stevenspointumc.org. St. Peter Catholic Church 800 Fourth Ave., Stevens Point. Mass: Sat. 4 p.m., Sun. 8 and 10 a.m., Tue. 5:15 p.m., Wed.-Sat. 8 a.m., Mon. Liturgy of the Word with Communion 8 a.m. Confession: Sat. 3 p.m., Sun. 7 a.m., Wed.-Sat. 7:15 a.m. 715-344-6115, www.saintpetercatholic.com.

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The Springs – United Methodist Church 2820 Plover Springs Drive, Plover. Sunday worship: 9:30 a.m. Pastor Bill Carlson. 715-344-9192. Stevens Point Seventh-Day Adventist Church 1510 Sherman Ave., Stevens Point. Saturday Services: Sabbath School 9:20 a.m., Church Service 11 a.m., Small group and Bible studies during the week. 715-344-4337.

Woodlands Church-Evangelical Free Church 190 Hoover Ave., Plover. Bible-based, contemporary worship services and Sunday school at 9, 9:15 and 10:45 a.m.; nursery provided. Adult Small Groups throughout the week; Sr. and Jr. High Youth Ministry; AWANA Children’s Ministry. 715-341-0800. www.woodlandschurch.org.

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@1800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 51 Advanced Cosmetic & Aesthetic Dentistry . . .44, 46 Aging & Disability Resource Center of Portage County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Altenburg’s Country Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Ambrosia Pub & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 28 Americas Best Value Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 AmericInn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 40 Amherst Business Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 44 Amherst Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 28 The Amherst Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38, 39 Amherst Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 26 Apostolic Bible Chapel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Arbuckles Eatery & Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 32 Art Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Artha Sustainable Living Center . . . . . . . . . . . . .38, 39 Association of Downtown Businesses . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 14, 21, 22 Avis Rent A Car . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Belt’s Soft Serve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Berea Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Bernard’s Country Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Blue Bead Trading Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Blue Top Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Bookfinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 24 Celebration Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Central Waters Brewing Co., Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 26 Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum . . . . . . .13, 22 Charcoal Grill & Rotisserie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 33 Chase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Christian Science Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Church of the Intercession . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Clear Water Harbor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 30 Club Forest Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 34 Coldwell Banker Northwood Real Estate . . . . . . . .45 Comfort Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 40 Comfort Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 41 Community Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 The Companion Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 22 Country Inn & Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 41 Courtesy Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45, 46 Dala’s Import Oasis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 23 Divepoint Scuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 19, 21 Divine Word Evangelical Lutheran Church . . . . . . .48 Dream Weavers Bridal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 24 Dreams of Yesteryear Bed & Breakfast . . . . . .39, 40 Elizabeth Inn & Convention Center . . . . . . . . . .37, 42 Emy J’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 34

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Fairfield Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 42 First Weber Group Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Frame Memorial Presbyterian Church . . . . . . . . . .48 Fudge Utopia LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Gepetto’s Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 22 Golden Corral Buffet & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 29 Good News Fellowship Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Grace Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Grazies Italian Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 31 Greater Point Baptist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Hampton Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 43 Herrschners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 24 Hidden Studios Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Highland Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Hilltop Pub & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 33 Hoffman’s Hobbies “Your Sports Authority” . . .21, 24 Holiday Inn Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 37 Holiday Inn Hotel Convention Center . . . . . . . . . .2, 37 Holly Shoppe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 23 IHOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Inn on Main Street, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39, 40 Iola Old Car Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 K Bueno . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 32 Kim’s Barrel Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 32 Kindred Spirit Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21, 23 Koerten Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 La Quinta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37, 38 Lake DuBay Shores Campground . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 40 Lee Ayers Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23 M&I Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44, 46 Mader & Mader Auction Service . . . . . . . . . . . .26, 23 The Memory Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Mikey’s Neighborhood Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Mullins Cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 23 Nature Treks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Newman University Catholic Parish . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Noodles & Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 North Star Mohican Casino . . . . . . . .14, Back Cover Old Times Sake & Heartstone Antiques . . . . . .21, 26 Paper Doll Stationery Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23 Pat Pierce, Professional Wisconsin Fishing Guide . . . . .16, 17 Peace United Church of Christ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Perkins Family Restaurant & Bakery . . . . . . . . .28, 31 Point Motel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Portage County Business Council . . . . . . . . . . .44, 47 Rainbow Casino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Ramada Stevens Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36, 38 Red Mill Supper Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 34

Redeemer Lutheran Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Redfield Law Offices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Riverfront Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 River’s Edge Campground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 42 Robin’s Nest Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23 Royale Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 Rudy’s Redeye Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 28 Ruston’s Guest Cottages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 St. Bronislava Parish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 St. Joseph Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 St. Michael’s Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44, 46 St. Paul Lutheran Church & School – LCMS . . . . .49 St. Paul’s United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 St. Peter Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 St. Stanislaus Catholic Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 St. Stephen Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 The Scarabocchio Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Scoliosis Rehab Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 SentryWorld . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 19, 51 Silver Coach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 34 Sky Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Spiedini’s Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 34 The Sport Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 51 The Springs – United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . .49 Stay Inn & Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38, 43 Stevens Point Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 45 Stevens Point Area Co-op . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Stevens Point Brewery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 15 Stevens Point Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . .10, 19 Stevens Point Seventh-Day Adventist Church . . . .49 Subway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Sugar Cubed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22, 23 Supreme Bean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 34 Tomorrow River Gallery & Gifts . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 26 Tomorrow River Supper Club & Motel . . . . .26, 31, 38 Tilted Kilt Pub & Eatery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 36 Trinity Lutheran Church - ELCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Two Lakes Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31, 32 Unitarian Universalist Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 United FCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44, 46 A Victorian Swan on Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39, 40 Village of Amherst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 26 Water Street Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 The Wellness Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 The Wooden Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 31 Wild West Campground & Corral . . . . . . . . .17, 18, 42 Wisconsin River Golf Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 19 Woodlands Church-Evangelical Free Church . . . .49

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