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Wausau votes to give $150k to CVB for improvements as new director lays out plans Wausau’s room tax commission voted to give $150,000 in room tax money to the Central Wisconsin Convention and Visitors Bureau last week. The decision came after the organization’s new director, Tim White, laid out plans for how to improve the CVB, including both as an organization and in making drastic improvements to the transparency of the organization. The CVB hired White this fall to replace Richard Barrett. Barrett announced his retirement in January after numerous municipalities pulled out their contracts with the CVB in 2020 following accusations of theft. Wausau leaders accused Barrett of holding room tax funds funds from Expedia meant for the city, which served as a spark point for general concerns about transparency. That led to most municipalities, including Wausau, pulling out of their contracts. Wausau and other municipalities signed new contracts with the CVB after Barrett and several board members retired and the organization hired a new director. White laid out his plans for the CVB for commissioners. That included an overhaul of the website, which White acknowledged “is a disaster. It’s awful.” White told the committee he’s built 300 to 400 websites, including working with the likes of ESPN and the NCAA. That includes a broad vision that will take inputs from various organizations in the community, and have a heavy data component. The CVB under White’s leadership will also use data to help understand where visitors and new residents to Wausau come from and shape where the CVB is marketing to. “We think the CVB has a part to play not only in tourism but in recruiting new residents and workforce,” White says. “Hopefully you’ll put more trust in us and come to see us as one of the valuable assets to help Wausau grow.” City Finance Director Maryanne Groat explained that the city ended up having more than $150,000 in room tax money that would have gone to the CVB had they been under contract. That money will help the CVB start its improvements.
Wausau Events partners with Whitewater to eliminate cancelations
Last year, people were likely bummed out whenever the Concerts on the Square were canceled due to inclement weather. Whitewater Music Hall to the rescue. Wausau Events announced last week that any concert
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A plan to clean up a contaminated city park could be ready this month. Parks Director Jamie Polley told the city’s Parks and Recreation Committee that environmental engineering firm REI is expected to complete its cleanup plan to submit to the DNR this month. Parks Committee members Monday said they would like to see that plan before it goes to the DNR. Testing at the park found dioxin and furan contamination, and the plan would help clean up the park to safer environmental standards.
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A plan to bring affordable housing to the city’s near west side now has a clear runway. The city council in special session Tuesday night approved a plan by Gorman and Company to build affordable housing at the site of the former Westside Battery. The city bought the site after Westside Battery closed. Gorman’s is the third project approved for the site after two restaurants proposed for the property didn’t pan out. The project would be a four-story, 50-unit building. Gorman is also currently renovating The Landmark.
proposed array. Neighbors told the city they’re concerned about tree loss, and having the array as their landscape instead. The Water Commission at the suggestion of John Robinson voted to hold off on a decision about the array, and instead gain more geotechnical information about land to the north. The Commission also voted to form a citizens workgroup to look at design and landscaping of the array.
Former ADRC Director tapped for high-ranking DHS role
The former director of the Aging and Disability Resource Center has been tapped for a top role at the state’s health agency. Jonette Arms, who led the multi-county ADRC based in Marathon County, took a job as assistant administrator for the Department of Health Public Health Division. The county is currently searching for Arms’ replacement after Arms left to take the new job in November. “What an honor for Jonette to be asked to lead that division,” County Administrator Lance Leonhard told City Pages. Leonhard says he believes as part of the position, Arms will work with ADRCs throughout the state.
City gets money to help pay for July storm costs
The city of Wausau is getting some money to help pay for the cleanup costs of a big wind storm last summer. The state granted $104,000 to five Wisconsin communities including Wausau to help pay for damage from the storm last July. That storm led Gov. Tony Evers to declare an emergency. Wausau applied for $26,000 in storm damage relief, the costs of planting new trees and labor cleaning up the damage, says Parks Director of Operations Andy Sims. The city will receive half that amount, or $13,000, Sims says. Omro, Ripon, Watertown and Tomahawk also received grant money.
Solar array development on hold to gather more info
A city commission has pumped the brakes on a proposed solar array that would power the city’s new drinking water treatment plant. The array includes three size options that would power 40%, 60% and 90% of the plants power needs. Of the three, only the largest option would include a power payback over 30 years. Even though the cost of solar panels has decreased in recent years, the borrowing costs contribute to the expense of the array, Public Works Director Eric Lindman told City Pages. The largest option also means the most tree removals on the site, something that has irked neighbors of the
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A sentencing hearing has been set for a woman convicted in October of killing her husband in 2006. Cindy Juedes-Schulz will appear March 18 for sentencing after being convicted Oct. 26 of killing her husband, Kenneth Juedes, in their town of Hull home in 2006. The crime was never brought to trial at the time. Juedes-Schulz was arrested in 2019 and was convicted of the crime in October following a 14-day trial. Juedes-Schulz’s attorney argued that Kenneth Juedes’s business partners at a race track in Unity were the real culprits and that they killed him to keep him quiet about some activity at the track. But prosecutors successfully convinced the jury that Juedes-Schulz had the motive — $1 million awarded in life insurance settlement as well as land later sold for $200,000 — and the only real plausible opportunity to commit the crime.
Former council member declares candidacy
A former city council member has filed an intent to run for his seat again Gary Gisselman, a historian and former librarian, filed a declaration of candidacy paperwork Friday, according to the clerk’s office. Gisselman was the District 5 alderman for a number of years. That seat is currently being held by Jim Wadinski, who was elected in 2020 to the seat. As of early Wednesday, Pat Peckham filed noncandidacy (City Pages previously reported that he would not run in April). John Kroll took out papers for Peckham’s district, District No. 1. Deb Ryan, Lisa Rasmussen and Michael Martens took out papers to run again. Those interested in running for city council now have until Jan. 4 to file all paperwork related to running for office, including nomination papers. Candidates could start circulating nomination paperwork starting Dec. 1.
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At least four county board members have told the clerk’s office they will not be running for their board seats next spring. The board members include William Harris (3), Kelley Gabor (8), Alan Christensen (22) and Ka Lo (5). Harris announced last week that he would be running for Marathon County Circuit Court Judge, Branch 2. So far, according to the latest update from the county clerk’s office, 12 of the 38 county board positions have contested races. That’s more contested seats already than there were in 2020, and there is more time for candidates to declare their intentions to run. One of those seats, in District No. 22, is being challenged for by Weston Village President Mark Maloney. The non-candidacy announcements come as a new state statute requires clerks to post non-candidacy from incumbents as they’re received by those clerk’s offices. Marathon County Clerk Kim Trueblood says she will also be posting the names of those who take out paperwork to run for office. The spring election will be the first to employ that requirement, Trueblood told City Pages.
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Documents reveal new details about Gableman-led 2020 election probe Michael Gableman is paying his lead attorney $450 an hour to fight Dem AG Josh Kaul’s attempt to quash a subpoena the former Supreme Court justice issued to Wisconsin Elections Commission Administrator Meagan Wolfe, according to new records. American Oversight, a liberal group that has sued to force the release of records related to Gableman’s probe, released a new batch of documents over the weekend that included the contract the former justice signed with Indiana attorney James Bopp. The contract, which Assembly Speaker Robin Vos, RRochester, signed off on last month, also pays Wisconsin attorney Michael Dean $275 an hour to serve as the local attorney in the case. Altogether, American Oversight released more than 100 pages of documents over the weekend. The documents revealed: *emails from My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell, who has raised a series of conspiracy theories about the 2020 election, sharing documents with Gableman via Dropbox. The emails don’t detail the records’ content. *Gableman emailed Vos and others in August that he was “disappointed and surprised by the ‘all or nothing’ approach being sold by Mike Lindell: he and his colleagues constantly harped on the need for all of us to go back to our home states and demand a ‘full, Arizonastyle forensic audit.’ Unfortunately, no one who knows is telling us anything about the audit other than it has cost (so far) around $6 million.” Gableman added he had been “researching other methods and interviewing experts in
the field who say they can provide us with the info everyone was hoping for from AZ.” *A Chicago-based PR consultant pitched Gableman last month on a contract that included a $10,000 monthly retainer. The email exchange doesn’t make clear whether Gableman’s office proceeded on the proposal, which called for social media consulting, pursuing coverage by “Wisconsin media and select national media that regularly report on election integrity news” and developing a “unique plan for potential media coverage as is appropriate for specific messages.” The pitch was facilitated by Minneapolis attorney Erick Kaardal, who filed several suits over the 2020 election in Wisconsin. He also has signed an office sharing agreement with Gableman for the space the former justice is renting in Brookfield. The amended contract Gableman signed with Vos in August includes $15,000 for communications out of the overall budget of $676,000. *Gableman had an analysis of his office conducted. Darlene Lathrop with Gottesman Co. advised him to
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Gov. Tony Evers today announced Wisconsin school districts will get an additional $134 per child through the $110 million in federal COVID-19 funds he is directing their way
Evers said districts will be able to invest the money in “whatever they need, and most importantly, whatever our kids need.” The federal government has approved three different COVID-19 packages that include funding for schools.
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LAB follow-up finds Madison voting procedures followed The LAB’s follow-up review of Madison’s management of the 2020 election found all of the city’s pre-election tests of electronic voting equipment the agency checked were accurate and conducted within the required 10 days of the election. Meanwhile, all 551 Madison absentee ballot envelopes the Legislative Audit Bureau reviewed included a complete witness address and signature, as well as the voter’s signature. The LAB on Monday updated its report on the 2020 election after being able to physically review Madison election documents through a subpoena issued by the state Senate. The Madison clerk originally declined to allow LAB staff to physically handle absentee ballot envelopes or pre-election tests of electronic voting equipment, citing guidance from the U.S. Department of Justice. But the city reached an agreement with LAB after the Senate issued the subpoena. Madison Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway said the
review showed Madison’s performance exceeded statewide averages for other municipalities. “Despite repeated attempts to find problems, it’s once again clear that the Madison Clerk’s Office runs safe and fair elections,” she said. “In fact, the numbers for Madison actually reflected performance exceeding the statewide averages for other municipalities.” She added those running Madison’s elections “deserve our praise, and their efforts should be replicated across the state and the nation.” The LAB reviewed 95 pre-election tests of electronic voting equipment that Madison conducted and found all were done within the required 10 days of an election. By comparison, just over half of the tests conducted by other communities that LAB reviewed were done within the required timeframe. The others LAB reviewed were conducted within 11 to 22 days before the November 2020 election.
Tusler: Chisholm should change cash bail policy or resign
The chairman of the Assembly Judiciary Committee said Milwaukee County DA
John Chisholm should change his policy on cash bail or resign. “If he refuses to do that, then he should step aside, and let someone who wants to prosecute crime prosecute it in Milwaukee,” Rep. Ron Tusler, R-Harrison, said Sunday on “UpFront,” produced in partnership with WisPolitics.com. The suspect in the Waukesha parade killings, Darrell Brooks Jr. of Milwaukee, had a long criminal record and faced pending felony charges. But he was out on just $1,000 cash bail at the time of the attack that killed six people. Last week, Chisholm explained that the Brooks bail request was made by a young assistant district attorney who was juggling multiple cases and lacked access to a public risk assessment of Brooks. Tusler slammed Chisholm’s explanation as “excuses.” “This wasn’t a mistake,” said Tusler, an attorney. “You don’t go into a felony bond hearing and not look up the basic stuff.” Another Judiciary Committee member, Rep. Gary Hebl, D-Sun Prairie, defended Chisholm. “John Chisholm is constantly accountable to the public. He’s been elected five straight times. The people in Milwaukee like him and they think he’s doing a fantastic job. Mistakes happen, and this is a horrible, horrible mistake,” said Hebl, also an attorney. Evers announces school districts to get additional $134 per pupil in federal COVID-19 funds.
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family business, Wausau Flying Service, means, “If one of our clients wants to fly, I’m going to be available to fly.” Preparation for a flight does not mean leafing through a bunch of paper maps and stuffing the pertinent ones in a folder to take along. Between his cellphone and his iPad, pretty much all his navigational needs are met. They typically avoid the largest airports that cater to the big jet airliners. Not only are they able to avoid the congestion on the ground, but they can usually find a smaller airport that’s closer to where their passengers need to be. It’s cheaper, too. The larger the airport, the larger the landing fee, so landing somewhere smaller saves money. Talking with Chmiel, his deep interest in aviation comes through clearly, but he was never one who was driven to be the youngest to get a particular certificate or to be the fastest one to progress from one qualification level to the next. By the time he was 15, he had so much flight time with his dad, John Chmiel, and other flight instructors based in Wausau that he was close to being as ready to solo as most adults are who are taking flying lessons. That average, he says, is 50 hours, but he waited and flew more, taking his time before that first trip aloft on his own. He had 140 hours of actually controlling a plane in the air and was almost 19 when his instructor, Dave Cabelka, told him during a flight to land, leave him on the ground and take the plane back up on his own.
▲ Wyatt Chmiel is living the life of a commercial pilot, right here in Wausau.
It was the big day. He recalls realizing as he lifted off part way down the landing strip, ““Nobody is going to tell me how to land this plane.” He did not mind waiting until he had logged more than the usual number of hours. “I’m no cowboy,” he says, adding that he wants to be trained properly instead of just jumping in an unfamiliar plane and figuring things out on the way. He did not get his pilot’s certificate that day, though. His dad explains that soloing only means you’re about halfway to that full certificate. The next steps are a night flight, then an instruments-only flight and finally a cross-country flight to show you can do more than take off and land from the same airfield. His progression was steady after getting his private pilot’s license in 2014. In 2015 he qualified as a commercial pilot - able to take paying passengers - and then got his instrument rating. In June 2020 he got his multi-engine rating and that August he went to Tampa, Fla., for 17 days to learn to fly the $8 million Citation CJ-3 that’s kept in the first hangar west of the airport office. That was a different experience, for sure, he says, with almost all the training happening in a professionalgrade simulator on terra firma. He did not actually fly one of the planes with an experienced copilot until the very end of the training. Even then he could not carry passengers before logging 25 hours of flight time with an experienced captain. Not long after that, he went for another 17 days to learn to fly the Pilatus PC-24
that sells new for $11 million. Both planes weigh six tons or so and cruise at around 500 miles an hour. The wingspan on the Citation is 53 feet 4 inches and on the Pilatus it’s 55 feet 9 inches. Chmiel says when getting into one of the jets after taking a short 100-mile-per-hour hop in a two-seat, single-engine Cessna 150, “There’s a huge adjustment, going so fast.” Every move has to be anticipated earlier. The jets haven’t ruined him, though, for what he says pilots call “putt-putt patrol.” That’s when you have no practical reason to fly somewhere but just want to go up and look around at seasonal changes in the landscape or take a friend up. “It’s all just a different style of flying,” he says. His father remembers those years when Wyatt was learning to fly. John could have taught him everything he needed to know, but in order to let Wyatt provide the impetus on his own rather than feel pressured to learn, John asked Dave Cabelka, a grandson of previous operators of the local airport, Lyle and Marie Grimm, to be his primary instructor. Beyond the pressure thing, the father-son factor meant, “In the cockpit, we weren’t a great fit,” John recalls. The elder Chmiel says some of his friends who were frequenting the airport felt he was not doing enough to encourage Wyatt to progress in his training. He didn’t want to go that route with the teen, though. “Passion doesn’t come from the outside; it comes from the inside. I wanted him to do
it because he wanted to do it. He had to take his own path.” He remembers, though, how flying so much as a child prepared him. By the time he was 7, John could hand Wyatt a map in mid-flight and the boy could look out the window to find highways and rivers, then be able to tell where they were on the map. When he had an assignment in grade school to draw an outdoor scene, Wyatt’s perspective was always from up in the air. A house would appear as a simple rectangle and a snowman in the yard would be a single circle. A pilot was being born. His mother, Angela Uhl, says that for him, school was something he just had to get through rather than anything he enjoyed. “He had senioritis when he entered kindergarten,” she says. That didn’t stop when he got into college. After 2.5 years at what was then UW-Marathon County, he headed to Madison, but the difficulties of trying to get through the university during COVID made him want to opt to get those last few credits online at some time in the future. Mom put her foot down and said if he wanted to work for Wausau Flying Service, he needed that diploma. He finished up. Wyatt says his friends from high school are not amazed he’s flying jets around the country. They saw it coming. Just as some of them were into engineering or some other profession, he says, “I was always the aviation kid. I always knew I wanted to do something that required me to fly an airplane.” The same urge did not rub off on his sister. She’s in a master’s program in nursing and has no real yen to fly. Wyatt says she’s game if she wants to get someplace for a specific reason, but the flight alone is not enough to warrant her time. For himself, he says, “I don’t need a reason to fly. It’s very calming when you’re up in the air.” Thinking back to when he first began to take others up in a plane with him, he says, “I like just being around airplanes, but one of things I really liked when I was giving air rides was taking kids up for their first rides.” Getting in the plane, often leaving parents on the ground, they’d be apprehensive and quiet, but, “When they come down, they can’t stop talking about it.”
Big numbers learning to fly here
Thirty-seven people are currently taking some sort of flight instruction at Wausau Downtown Airport. John Chmiel, who manages both the airport and Wausau Flying Service with his wife, Angela Uhl, says they’re a mix, some going for their private pilot’s certificate, some for their commercial certificate or an instrument rating. Any way they’re sliced, the numbers are double what has been normal in recent years. Chmiel credits COVID for at least part of the increased interest. The usual financial barrier — it can cost around $10,000 to earn a private pilot certificate — was reduced in families that would normally have had a good amount of money available for travel. “People ended up saving their money because they weren’t going anywhere,” he says. He just hired a new full-time flight instructor to join the two current full-time flight instructors, one who’s nearly full time and five part-timers. Some of those students are coming out of a relatively new program called Pilot for a Day. For $99, people who are wondering whether flight lessons might be for them get an up-close look at what’s involved. All morning they learn about principles of flight and steps involved in learning to fly. In the afternoon, each gets to pilot a plane. Two participants at a time fly with a flight instructor. One participant pilots the plane to Merrill where they land and switch seats, the other participant takes the controls for the return trip. Chmiel says 120 people participated in Pilot for a Day this year. He says it really gives a good picture of what it will take to learn to fly. “If you can’t decide after that, you probably never will,” he says. Add to those prospective pilots the graduates from Aviation 101, a series of 17 flight lessons for area high schoolers taught through a flight simulator. Students get an introductory flight at the local airport and, later, a flight to the Oshkosh airport where aviation classes are offered at Fox Valley Technical College.
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by Sharon K. Sabota
Preparations underway as Wausau prepares to host Afghan refugees When Sarah Brock saw a New Beginnings for Refugees facebook post inviting people in the Wausau area to help prepare for the arrival of some 75 Afghan evacuees, she put on her boots, picked up her mom and headed straight to Target. “One of the things that we’ve always done in my family is try to give back where we can,” Brock says. “We loaded up on sheets, towels, toothbrushes and everything we could think of to help the newly arriving families.” A generous one-time donation didn’t feel like enough for Brock, so when she saw that the program was looking for volunteers, she decided to do more. “You know the phrase that if you want something done, you ask a busy woman?” Brock rhetorically asks as she erupts in laughter. Brock has a full-time job as the manager of Vino Latte in Wausau and she’s a full-time grad student at Gonzaga University, where she’s pursuing a graduate degree in organizational leadership. “I told (my husband) Chris that we had to at least go and check it out and see what we could do and so we went and we listened.” Brock was immediately intrigued by the giving tree program, a program in which businesses or individuals put up a tree filled with practical items that Afghan newcomers may be able to use. This seemed like a temporary obstacle to Brock, as a non-business owner until she reframed her perspective and got creative. “What I do have is a lot of wine. I’m a wine drinker. The store (I manage) is a wine boutique,” Brock says. She created an online winetree and offered a bottle of wine to anyone in the community who donates something. “Shockingly enough, it’s working.” For those who want to participate in Brock’s giving tree program who’d love to donate one of the items she’s seeking–Kwik Trip and Family Tree gift cards, kitchen utensils, household items-and receive a non-alcoholic token of appreciation, Brock has you covered. “Next time we’re together,” Brock writes in her post on Facebook. “Drinks, or if wine is not your thing, lunch is on me.” Brock’s efforts are contributing toward New Beginnings for Refugees piece of the puzzle in terms of gathering concrete and cultural tools to help the Afghan newcomers feel at home in their new home while supporting and educating the larger Wausau community for the integration of a new population, it really does take a village. Najibullah Azad is the father of four small children, a lawyer, an author, a husband, and soon he’ll be a Wisconsinite. Azad’s first, second and third choices for resettlement were
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Virginia, D.C. or Maryland, but as those locations reached their quotas with other Afghans who came before him, he opted for Wisconsin. “I have a cousin there and the schools are ranked very high,” Azad says. Azad says he is grateful to hear about the efforts of organizations and individuals going out of their way to welcome Afghan newcomers to Wisconsin. “I believe in humanity, and helping others in need is the reason the world looks so beautiful. The folks collecting donations and organizing to help people find housing and even jobs are actually the people who are making America the land of opportunities,” Azad says. “I want to express my personal gratitude for the effort and extra time they are giving to help the Afghan evacuees.” Adam Van Noord is the Director of the Multicultural Community Center, a branch office of the Ethiopian Community Development Council, one of the nine resettlement agencies in Wisconsin. He says his agency is getting prepared to begin accepting Afghan newcomers as early as the end of this year. “We’ve been having a lot of dialogues with people who are already doing great things for our community like health care benefit enrollment, literacy, education for job skills–to make sure service providers understand the population we are receiving so that we can best meet their needs.” Housing, interpretation services and community connections with people with
▲ Adam Van Noord is the new director of the Ethiopian Community Development Council. He’s coordinating the arrival of the first refugees.
similar cultural backgrounds are a few areas where Wausau, like many cities, falls short at the moment, but Van Noord says that won’t be the case for long. Van Noord says web-based interpretation services are already being implemented and innovative housing solutions ranging from short term procurement of subsidized or reduced rate Air BNBs and extended-stay hotels to temporary group housing options that will house as 15-20 people and actual rentals that the agency may rent and furnish ahead of time. “You have to be creative. The ideal solution isn’t always apparent,”Van Noord says. “Ultimately there will be some bumps and hiccups along the way, but if we can make sure people are safe, secure, fed and housed, that’s number one. For everything else, we’ll work with and (grow from) what we have.” Van Noord says the community will most certainly go through some growing pains and even possibly through some initial chaos, but he’s confident that with patience and effort it will work. “We want to appeal to people’s compassion. As much as there may be cultural differences, different faith traditions, they are humans and want the same things we want–The welfare and education of their children, opportunities for jobs, the chance to rebuild life and restore hope,” Van Noord says. “Our government was officially in Afghanistan
for 20 years. The vast majority of these people are in some way connected to the efforts to support that our government and our military received on the ground. Afghans are coming here in their time of need and it’s a great chance for us to respond with compassion.” From an immigration lens, the newly arriving Afghans are categorized as parolees, not refugees. Van Noord says it’s important not to be misled by the word parolee or make the mistake of associating it with the criminal justice system. “Parolee is the term for their immigration status. It has nothing to do with their character. They were evacuating in a time of urgency in a time of crisis. Vetting that usually takes months and years overseas in partner agencies, was done in the safe havens (in an expedited way).” Afghan parolees will have two years to change their status to asylum seeker with no path to citizenship, but a path to permanent residency and the long-term ability to live, work and study here. Future generations of children born here will be US Citizens. For now though, Van Noord says it’s important to know that all Afghans leaving the safe havens (military bases) are cleared to work and live their lives. Latifa Popal knows what it’s like to make a new life in the U.S. after leaving Afghanistan. Popal left Afghanistan in 1989 and went to Kentucky before resettling in California a few years later. Popal now helps newly arriving Afghan evacuees find their way as she helps them navigate the healthcare, housing, job search systems along with a whole new way of life. Popal helped the mother of Khwaga Ghani, the evacuee that City Pages recently featured, access medical care after she moved from Fort McCoy in Wisconsin to Hayward, California. “She was diabetic and didn’t have access to a doctor or a prescription refill and they didn’t realize they were eligible for health care, which they were.” Popal says when thinking of how to support newly arriving Afghans, think of anything from tutoring to teaching someone how to ride a bike or take the bus, so they can be independent and get to the grocery store on their own. Popal gently reminds us to check our own sexism and stereotypes while helping. “When speaking to families, make sure you also directly include women in the conversations. They do have opinions and they do have something to say.” Most importantly, Popal says to remember to talk less and listen more. “When offering help to the Afghans, start by asking them what they need and what challenges they may be experiencing.”
by B.C. Kowalski
FILM REVIEWS
A good old fashioned western, featuring a local star Last Shoot Out 86 min. | PG-13 The new film Last Shoot Out definitely represents a first in my TV/Film review career. It’s the first time I’ve interviewed an actress starring in the film before actually viewing it. (Or I suppose at any point, for that matter.) On Saturday I sat down with Skylar Witte, a graduate of D.C. Everest (as was I, a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away). Witte is the lead actress in the Lionsgate film Last Shoot Out, and she was in town to see attend a special red carpet screening of the film at D.C. Everest last Sunday. (Check out the Keep it Wausome podcast to see our full interview.) Witte had quite the path into acting. She’d originally been pursuing a law degree, and had been active on the DCE dance team and pursued acting roles. But she ultimately became Miss Wisconsin, and competed for the Miss America crown in Las Vegas. She did some modeling, including making the walk in New York’s Fashion Week a couple of times. She decided to pack her car and move to LA to pursue her dreams, planning the move for months (she’s a planner, she explains to me). In about three years she found herself with a starring role, not to mention several smaller roles in TV and film (she’s got a background bit in the new Top Gun as well). I had planned on attending the premier but the snowy roads kept me at home so I rented the film on Amazon Prime instead (it’s available there, along with in select
theaters — Witte told me she and her family drove to Minnesota to see the film on its debut). Last Shoot Out is a western, a nice change of pace from the films I’ve been reviewing. Witte plays a woman who is about to marry into a family of ranchers, only to find out her husband killed a woman because she laughed at him. Then, when her father the sheriff investigated, the family killed him too. Not exactly the kind of thing you want to learn on your wedding night. So she decides to run away, and is nearly dragged back by a family member if not for an encounter with Billy Tyson, a loner who happens to be one fast draw. Tyson, traveling with a retired lawman, takes her in to protect her, but soon they have the whole clan after them as they hole up at a stage coach station, waiting for a showdown. Last Shoot Out was pretty entertaining for the most part, if not really bringing much new to the table. Sometimes that’s ok. It’s definitely an interesting experience meeting someone and then seeing them in a Hollywood film. Last Shoot Out was shot in only 18 days, an impressive feat for a feature length film. Especially ones dealing with animals, which usually require extra time because even the best trained animals aren’t always cooperative. Witte told me several takes had to be redone because a horse had turned around the wrong way, for instance. My one beef with the film is the ending. I don’t want to give away any spoilers, since I suspect a lot of Wausau area folks will see it and should, but the ending is a bit anticlimactic and leaves some very surprising loose threads. The
▲ DCE grad Skylar Witte starred in the Lionsgate release Last Shoot Out.
film seemed to be very pointedly setting up a particular showdown that oddly never happens. Suddenly the film was over, but it didn’t seem over; one of the main bad guys had just promised to kill everyone involved. Surely they shot the scene and it got left on the editing room floor? It’s just too big of a hole to be overlooked in the writing and directing process. It’s like the film completely forgot about him. But don’t let that stop you from seeing it. Last Shoot Out is still worth the small Amazon rental fee, especially for the chance to watch someone who grew up in our neck of the woods.
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Christmas with the Nelsons THURSDAY 12/9
ARTS COUNCIL, WISCONSIN RAPIDS This heart-warming multi-media concert experience stars the third generation of Nelson Family hitmakers, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson. A genuine blend of Everly Brothers-style harmonies and Smothers Brothers-style comedy, multi-platinum recording artists Matthew and Gunnar have been thrilling audiences world-wide for the past decade. In this new show, Christmas with The Nelsons, they deliver Christmas Classics while interweaving quick humor, soaring sibling vocals, and state-of-the-art big-screen video. 7:30 pm. $46 adults, $10 students. Savorthearts.com.
A Christmas Carol
FRI.-SUN. 12/10-12 | GRAND THEATER, WAUSAU Wausau Community Theatre’s holiday tradition is back for its 14th season, sharing the classic tale of hard-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge who is visited by the ghost of his late partner, Jacob Marley, and the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future. Meet beloved characters such as Fezziwig, Belle, Bob Cratchit, nephew Fred, and, of course, Tiny Tim. Scrooge’s story of redemption remains as powerful and uplifting as it ever was, making A Christmas Carol a time-honored family tradition. Fri.-Sat. 7:30 pm; Sun. 2 pm. $22 adults, $18 seniors, $14 youth in advance; tickets $3 more at door. Details at wausaucommunitytheatre.org.
Tony Williams FRIDAY 12/10
MALARKEY’S PUB & TOWNIES GRILL, WAUSAU
3 Redneck Tenors Christmas Spec-Tac-Yule-Ar FRIDAY 12/10 | CAMPANILE CENTER, MINOCQUA
Come and take a magical, musical Christmas journey with the hilarious 3 Redneck Tenors for Christmas music like you’ve never heard before. The 3 Redneck Tenors are comedic singers and classically trained veteran performers who have appeared on Broadway and world opera stages. The trio rose to fame on season two of America’s Got Talent in 2007 and are ready to rock your holidays with classic and pop musical delights. You’ll hear familiar Christmas tunes such as “Sleigh Ride,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas,” “Santa Baby,” “Winter Wonderland,” “Jingle Bells” along with a few great surprises. 7 pm. $15 students, $28 adults. Campanilecenter.org.
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Minneapolis-based singer and songwriter Tony Williams returns to Malarkey’s Pub for an evening of engaging tunes. The solo artist’s songs are a blend of indie and rock, featuring melodic choruses that leave your head nodding, and revealingly honest lyrics that leave your heart aching. His performance features unique mashups and extensive live looping, where songs are built up layer by layer to sound like a full band. 8 pm. 715-819-3663.
Holidays with the CWSO: Featuring Danny Mitchell
SAT.-SUN. 12/11-12 | WOODLANDS CHURCH, PLOVER This holiday performance features artist and hometown favorite Danny Mitchell, a pianist, singer, composer, and songwriter. Since moving to Nashville in 2008, Mitchell has worked steadily as a freelance musician in a diverse and ever-changing music industry. He currently plays piano, organ, and sings background vocals with multi-platinum recording artist Miranda Lambert. Hear Danny sing his own original arrangements of holiday classics accompanied by the Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra. The second half of the program features a performance by the Betty Frost Jenkins Young Artist Concerto Competition winner,
Olivia Yang. Sat. 7:30 pm; Sun. 4 pm. $42 adults, $32 seniors, $12 students. Cwso.org.
Christmas For Kids at the Conservatory SUNDAY 12/12
WAUSAU CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC, WAUSAU Santa returns to delight children of all ages at this funfilled event. Families can explore Santa’s workshop and create their own holiday craft, play holiday games, enjoy snacks and refreshments, and listen to holiday music performed by Wausau Conservatory of Music students and ensembles as well as guest performers like the 202122 CWETA production of CATS. Decorations will fill every corner of the Conservatory, including Santa’s workshop designed and furnished by Evolutions in Design, it is a fantasy land for both kids and kids at heart. To encourage social distancing, three time slots are available for families to attend at 12:30 pm, 2 pm, and 3:30pm. $5 ages 13 and under and free for adults. Details at wausauconservatory. org/Christmas.
An Olde English Christmas with Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone THURSDAY 12/16 | GRAND THEATER, WAUSAU
Led by Peter Noone, the iconic English 60’s band Herman’s Hermits comes to The Grand this holiday season with a playlist that transports audiences back in time. Well-known on both sides of the pond and once just as big as the Beatles, Noone and the band’s classic hits include “I’m Into Something Good,” “I’m Henry VIII, I Am,” “Wonderful World”, “Just A Little Bit Better,” “Dandy” and more. Herman’s Hermits has sold over 52 million recordings, with 14 singles and seven albums going gold. There is no doubt that Peter Noone’s extraordinary talent, disarming wit and compelling stage presence will delight fans of all ages during this night of classic hits and holiday favorites. 7:30 pm. Tickets start at $35. Grandtheater.org.
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Thursday December 9 Brad Emanuel · Northern Waters Distillery, Minocqua. Country. 4 pm. 715-358-0172 Friday December 10 Jackson Taylor · District 1 Brewing Company, Stevens Point. 90s country. 6:30 pm. 715-544-6707 Soul Whiskey · The Garage, Wausau. Country. 7 pm. 715-393-4495 Anthony Lux · Renee’s Red Rooster Bar and Grill, Stevens Point. Piano variety. 7 pm. 715-344-9825 Save Point · Backcountry Brewing, Plover. Variety. 7 pm. 715-310-2474 Tony Williams · Malarkey’s Pub & Townies Grill, Wausau. Variety. 8 pm. 715-819-3663 Tae · Elbow Room, Stevens Point. Soul, R&B, Pop-rock. 8 pm. 715-344-9840 Alex Dalnodar & Friends · Rookies Sportspub, Stevens Point. Bluegrass. 8:30 pm. 715-344-7026
Saturday December 11 October Tree · O’so Brewing Company, Plover. Acoustic. 3 pm. 715-254-2163 Jordan Bain · Sunset Point Winery, Stevens Point. Acoustic variety. 5:30 pm. 715-544-1262 The Schmittkickers · Bull Falls Brewery, Wausau. Country, rockabilly. 6 pm. 715-842-2337 Jackson Taylor · Backcountry Brewing, Plover. 90s country. 7 pm. 715-310-2474 Tom Burt · District 1 Brewing Company, Stevens Point. Acoustic. 7 pm. 715-544-6707 Fast Times · Homestead on 52, Wausau. Classic rock. 8 pm. 715-843-7555 Allen Brothers · Ciao Fine Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Wausau. Rock, pop, funk. 8 pm. 715-298-2004 Paul Filipowicz · Speakeasy, Schofield. Blues. 8 pm. 715-298-6303 Blame it on Waylon · Rookies Sportspub, Stevens Point. Country. 9 pm. 715-344-7026 Krestfall · Cruisin’ 1724, Wausau. Hard rock. 9 pm. 715-675-2940
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Sunday December 12 Mijal & Son · Cop Shoppe Pub, Wausau. Polka. 1 pm. 715-845-2030 Thursday December 16 Scott Kirby · Northern Waters Distillery, Minocqua. Acoustic variety. 4 pm. 715-358-0172 Andy Braun · Mosinee Brewing Company, Mosinee. Folk-rock. 6 pm. 715-693-2739 Friday December 17 Jamie Lyn Fletcher · Ciao Fine Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Wausau. Jazz. 5:30 pm. 715-298-2004 Hijinx · Backcountry Brewing, Plover. Variety. 7 pm. 715-310-2474 Laura Bomber & Brandon VanDalen · District 1 Brewing Company, Stevens Point. Folk, variety. 7 pm. 715-544-6707 Kevin Troestler · Timekeeper Distillery, Wausau. Blues, bluegrass & country. 7 pm. 715-679-3777 Aaron Lee Kaplan · Sawmill Brewing Company, Merrill. Folk, blues. 7 pm. 715-722-0230 Empowerhouse Trio · Cruisin’ 1724, Wausau. Christmas carols. 8 pm. 715-675-2940 Reverend Meantooth & Cody James · Arrow Sports Club, Weston. Blues, gospel, folk, variety. 8 pm. 715-359-2363 Allen Brothers · O’Brien’s on Main, Amherst. Rock, pop, funk. 8 pm. 715-824-3317 Jackson Taylor · The Dugout, Merrill. 90s country. 8 pm. 715-536-8870 Saturday December 18 Derek Lind · O’so Brewing Company, Plover. Folk, original country, variety. 3 pm. 715-254-2163 Mattea Joy · Bull Falls Brewery, Wausau. Variety. 3 pm. 715-842-2337 Daniel Larson · Sunset Point Winery, Stevens Point. Piano variety. 6 pm. 715-544-1262 Garth Englebright · Backcountry Brewing, Plover. Country, folk, Americana, roots rock, blues, bluegrass. 6 pm. 715-310-2474
Soul Whiskey · District 1 Brewing Company, Stevens Point. Country. 7 pm. 715-544-6707 Nick Foytik · Sawmill Brewing Company, Merrill. Blues, soul, rock & roll. 7 pm. 715-722-0230 Rising Phoenix · Cruisin’ 1724, Wausau. Classic rock. 8 pm. 715-675-2940 Kevin Troestler · Rookies Sportspub, Stevens Point. Blues, bluegrass & country. 8 pm. 715-344-7026 Texxas · Homestead on 52, Wausau. Country. 8 pm. 715-843-7555 Buffalo Galaxy · Intermission, Wausau. Bluegrass. 9 pm. 715-849-9377 Gnarcissus, Sweetalk & Last Bridge · Polack Inn, Wausau. Alternative rock, rock, indie rock. 9 pm. 715-845-6184 Tuesday December 21 Max Koepke · Rachel’s Roadside Bar & Grill, Wittenberg. Classic rock & original. 6 pm. 715-253-3190 Thursday December 23 Mark Wayne · Northern Waters Distillery, Minocqua. Acoustic country, rock, variety. 4 pm. 715-358-0172 Local Heroes Acoustic Duo · Bull Falls Brewery, Wausau. Acoustic. 7 pm. 715-842-2337 Jackson Taylor · The Dugout, Merrill. 90s country. 9 pm. 715-536-8870 Friday December 24 Tom Burt · Backcountry Brewing, Plover. Acoustic. 6 pm. 715-310-2474 Saturday December 25 Karaoke · Kevin & Joy’s 19th Hole, Schofield. 9 pm. 715-359-2343 Sunday December 26 Max Koepke · Granite Peak Ski Resort, Wausau. Classic rock & original. 1 pm. 715-845-2846 Brad Emanuel · Bull Falls Brewery, Wausau. Country. 2 pm. 715-842-2337
Monday December 27 Josh White · Granite Peak Ski Resort, Wausau. Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist. 5 pm. 715-896-0907 Thursday December 30 The Short Pay Riders Duo · Ciao Fine Italian Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, Wausau. Country, folk, blues. 8 pm. 715-298-2004 Friday December 31 Max Koepke · The Garage, Wausau. Classic rock & original. 7 pm. 715-393-4495 Double Tap · Backcountry Brewing, Plover. Variety. 8 pm. 715-310-2474 Fennec Fox · Hiawatha Restaurant and Lounge, Wausau. Acoustic. 10 pm. 715-848-5166 Substyle · Arrow Sports Club, Weston. Country, folk, blues. 10 pm. 715-359-2363 Saturday January 1 Stewart Ellyson · District 1 Brewing Company, Stevens Point. Variety. 6:30 pm. 715-544-6707 Killing Rapunzel · Cruisin’ 1724, Wausau. Hard rock. 8 pm. 715-675-2940 My Blindside Band · Homestead on 52, Wausau. Variety. 9 pm. 715-843-7555 Sunday January 2 Pam & Scott · Cop Shoppe Pub, Wausau. Polka. 1 pm. 715-845-2030 New Polish Sounds · Cruisin’ 1724, Wausau. Polka. 1 pm. 715-675-2940 Thursday January 6 Scott Kirby · Northern Waters Distillery, Minocqua. Acoustic variety. 4 pm. 715-358-0172 Friday January 7 Jay Wildner · Backcountry Brewing, Plover. Acoustic. 6 pm. 715-310-2474 Jordan Bain · Elbow Room, Stevens Point. Acoustic variety. 8 pm. 715-344-9840 Reckless Dezire · Homestead on 52, Wausau. Variety. 9 pm. 715-843-7555
Saturday January 8 Aaron Lee Kaplan · Sunset Point Winery, Stevens Point. Folk, blues. 6 pm. 715-544-1262 Salmon Run · Sawmill Brewing Company, Merrill. Neo-folk acoustic. 7 pm. 715-722-0230 Blame it on Waylon · Homestead on 52, Wausau. Country. 7 pm. 715-843-7555 Reverend Meantooth & Cody James · Cruisin’ 1724, Wausau. Blues, folk, gospel, variety. 8 pm. 715-675-2940
ON GOING Trivia · Mondays, Guu’s on Main, Stevens Point. Trivia starts at 7 pm. http://guusonmain.com/ Team Trivia Nights at Sawmill Brewing Company · Wednesdays, hosted at Sawmill Brewing Company, 1110 E 10th St, Merrill. The games start at 6 pm each Wednesday. Social distancing in place. Make reservations online for your team of 2-4 people. http://www.sawmillbrewing.net/ Trivia@MBCo · Wednesdays, hosted at Mosinee Brewing Company, 401 4th St, Mosinee. Trivia starts at 7 pm each Wednesday. Masks required. Limit team size to 6 people. http://www.mosineebrewing.com/ Trivia · Wednesdays, O’so Brewing Company, Plover. Trivia starts at 7 pm. https://www.osobrewing.com/ Open Mic at Sawmill Brewing Company · Thursdays, hosted at Sawmill Brewing Company, 1110 E 10th St, Merrill. Open mic every Thursday for those who want to perform comedy, music or poetry. Starts at 6:30 pm. http://www.sawmillbrewing.net/ Highway 51 Wood and Wire Sessions · Thursdays, Whitewater Music Hall, Wausau. Americana music played live by regional musicians and guests. Starts at 7 pm. $5. 715-298-3202 Karaoke · Thursdays, Hiawatha Restaurant and Lounge, Wausau. Starts at 8:30 pm. 715-848-5166
The HIGH HAWKS SATURDAY, DEC 18 | 7:30 pm with special guests TUCK PENCE and SCOTT KIRBY
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ON SCREEN THIS WEEK Cosmo Theatre, Merrill, 715-536-4473 Movie times thru 12/16 Encanto (PG): Every day 7 pm, Fri. & Sat. 7 pm & 9 pm, Sat. & Sun. 1 pm & 3:15 pm Ghostbusters: Afterlife (PG13): Every day 7 pm, Fri. & Sat. 7 pm & 9:15 pm, Sat. & Sun. 1 pm & 3:15 pm House of Gucci (R): Every day 7 pm, Sat. & Sun. 1 pm Cedar Creek Cinema, Rothschild, 715-355-5094 Movie times: Thurs.-Wed. 12/9-12/15 West Side Story (PG13): Thurs. 5 pm, 8:30 pm (HeatedDreamLounger), 7:20 pm; Fri., Sat., Sun. & Tues. 11:30 am, 3 pm, 6:30 pm, 10 pm (HeatedDreamLounger), 12:50 pm, 4:20 pm, 8 pm; Mon. & Wed. 1:30 pm, 5 pm, 8:30 pm (HeatedDreamLounger
LOCAL MUSIC HIGHLIGHT Got new, local music to highlight? Shoot us an email at entertainment@mmclocal.com with a link to your work. We highlight local work produced professionally, whether a single, EP or album. (That includes home recording if it’s of at least close to professional quality.)
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Celebrate Christmas with some jazz, blues and holiday songs. $44. Grandtheater.org Community Holiday Concert · Sun. 12/12, Nicolet College, Rhinelander. Listen to holiday music performed by members of the Rhinelander Community Band, Lakeland Barbershop, Rhinelander Male Chorus, Northwoods Choraliers, and the Hymns and Hyrs. Starts at 2 pm. Free. https:// www.nicoletcollege.edu/community/nicolet-live/ season-events/community-holiday-concert-free The Holiday Christmas Movie Wonderthon · Thurs., Sat. & Sun. 12/16, 12/18 & 12/19, hosted by Out of the Woods Theatre at Elks Lodge #248, Wausau. Comedy that uses themes from Hallmark movies. Starts at 6:30 pm, on 12/16, 7 pm on 12/18 & 2 pm on 12/19. $15 advance tickets, $20 at the door. https://outofthewoodstheatre.com An Olde English Christmas with Herman’s Hermits & Peter Noone · Thurs. 12/16, Grand Theater, Wausau. Listen to Christmas music performed by Peter Noone and English 60s beat band Herman’s Hermits. Starts at 7:30 pm. $35. Grandtheater.org
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Lincoln Wood Products is currently seeking an OTR Truck Driver. Drivers are home weekly! Hub mileage pay and drop/ pick-up pay. Candidates need to be 21 years of age or older. Possess a class A CDL. Have a minimum of 1 year Interstate commerce driving experience with 100,000 verifiable miles. Good driving record. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package. To apply for this position, send your resume to Lincoln Wood Products, Attn: Human Resources, 1400 W Taylor Street, Merrill, WI 54452 or email Amanda at alreidinger@lincolnwindows.com.
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Christmas with the Nelsons · Thurs. 12/9, Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids, 1801 16th St S, Wisconsin Rapids. Rock concert along with humor performed by two brothers, Matthew and Gunnar. Starts at 7:30 pm. $46 adults, $10 students. http://www.matthewandgunnarnelson. com/christmas-with-the-nelsons/ 3 Redneck Tenors Christmas Spec-Tac-Yule-Ar · Fri. 12/10, Campanile Center for the Arts, Minocqua. Listen to high energy, classic/pop Christmas music sung by the 3 Redneck Tenors. Doors open at 6 pm and show starts at 7 pm. $28 advance, $33 at the door, $15 for students. https://www.campanilecenter.org/ The Gift of the Magi · Fri.-Sat & Thurs.-Sat. 12/10-12/11 & 12/16-12/18, Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre, Wisconsin Rapids. Holiday heartwarming romantic comedy. Starts at 7 pm with a second show also on 12/18 at 2 pm. $18 tickets. https://www.wrctheatre.org/mainstageproductions Gloria! A Time to Rejoice · Fri.-Sun. 12/10-12/12, hosted by Wausau Lyric Choir at First Presbyterian Church, 406 Grant St, Wausau. No ticket needed but free-will offering suggested. Masks recommended. Starts at 7:30 pm on 12/10-12/11 & 3 pm on 12/12. http://www.wausaulyricchoir.com/ A Christmas Story · Fri.-Sun. 12/10-12/12, hosted by Wausau Community Theater at the Grand Theater, Wausau. Christmas play based off a story by Charles Dickens. Starts at 7:30 pm on 12/10-12/11 and 2 pm on 12/12. $22 adults, $18 seniors, college, active military, $14 youth. https://www.wausaucommunitytheatre.org A Christmas Celebration! · Sat.-Sun. 12/11 & 12/12, Jensen Community Center, 487 N Main Street, Amherst. Enjoy a Christmas show full of music, singing and dancing. Bake sale, craft sale and more after each show. Starts at 2 pm & 5 pm on Sat. and 1 pm & 4 pm on Sun. $10 per ticket, free for ages 4 and under. https://jensencenter. org/events-calendar/a-christmas-celebrationtickets/ Holiday with CWSO: Featuring Danny Mitchell · Sat. & Sun. 12/11 & 12/12, hosted by the Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra at Woodlands Church, 190 Hoover Ave, Plover. Concert featuring musician Danny Mitchell and cellist Olivia Yang. Starts at 7:30 pm on 12/11 and 4 pm on 12/12. $42 adult, $32 senior, $12 student with ID. http://cwso.org/
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1. Robert Plant & Alison Krauss ‘Raise The Roof’ 2. Adele ‘30’ 3. Gov’t Mule ‘Heavy Load Blues’ 4. Coutney Barnett ‘Things Take Time Take Time’ 5. Mastodon ‘Hushed & Grim’ 6. War On Drugs ‘I Don’t Live Here Anymore’ 7. Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit ‘Georgia Blue’ 8. The Black Keys ‘Delta Kream’ 9. Billie Eilish ‘Happier Than Ever’ 10. VolBeat ‘Servant Of The Mind’
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Encanto (PG): Thurs. 2:20 pm (HeatedDreamLounger), 1:30 pm, 5:10 pm, 7:50 pm; Fri., Sun. & Tues. 11:40 am, 2:40 pm, 5:20 pm, 7:30 pm, 9:10 pm; Sat. 11:40 am, 2:40 pm, 5:20 pm, 7:30 pm, 9:45 pm; Sun. 12:20 pm, 3:50 pm The Polar Express (G): Fri., Sun. & Tues. 2:30 pm, 5 pm; Sat. 12 pm, 2:30 pm, 7:40 pm; Mon. & Wed. 5 pm National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation (PG13): Fri., Sun. & Tues. 12 pm, 7:40 pm, 10:10 pm; Sat. 3:50 pm, 5 pm, 10:10 pm; Mon. & Wed. 2:30 pm, 7:30 pm The Met: The Magic Flute Holiday Encore (2021) (TBD): Sat. 12:55 (Subtitled) Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (PG): Thurs. 5 pm Elf (PG): Thurs. 2:30 pm, 7:20 pm Christmas with the Chosen: The Messengers (TBD): Thurs. 7 pm; Fri. & Tues. 12:10 pm, 3:10 pm, 6:10 pm, 10:10 pm; Sat. & Sun. 12:10 pm, 3:45 pm, 6:45 pm, 10:10 pm House of Gucci (R): Thurs. 1:40 pm, 4:10 pm, 7:35 pm; Fri. & Tues. 12:20 pm, 3:50 pm, 6 pm, 9:30 pm; Sat. 12:20 pm, 6 pm, 9:30 pm; Sun. 2:30 pm, 6 pm, 9:30 pm Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (R): Thurs. 2:10 pm, 4:45 pm, 8:30 pm; Fri. & Tues. 2:20 pm, 5 pm, 7:20 pm, 10 pm; Sat. & Sun. 2:20 pm, 5 pm, 7:20 pm, 10 pm King Richard (PG13): Thurs. 1:30 pm, 4:20 pm Ghostbusters: Afterlife (PG13): Thurs. 1:50 pm, 4:40 pm, 5:45 pm, 7:30 pm, 8:20 pm; Fri., Sat., Sun. & Tues. 11:50 am, 1:20 pm, 4:10 pm, 7 pm, 9:50 pm Clifford the Big Red Dog (PG): Thurs. 2 pm, 4:30 pm; Fri., Tues. 1 pm, 3:30 pm; Sat. 3:30 pm; Sun. 12 pm Eternals (PG13): Thurs. 2:25 pm, 4:50 pm, 7:40 pm; Fri. & Tues. 11:30 am, 2:50 pm, 6:20 pm, 9:40 pm; Sat. 12:30 pm, 4 pm, 6:20 pm, 9:40 pm; Sun. 12:30 pm, 3:50 pm, 6:30 pm, 9:50 pm Venom: Let There Be Carnage (PG13): Thurs. 2 pm; Fri., Sat., Sun. & Tues. 7:50 pm, 10:10 pm
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The John Altenburgh Christmas Extravaganza · Fri. 12/17, Grand Theater, Wausau. Celebrate Christmas with some jazz, blues and holiday songs. Starts at 7:30 pm. $44. Grandtheater.org Chris Barnes & Jake Ruble · Fri. 12/17, Rookies Sportspub, Stevens Point. Comedy. Doors open at 7 pm, show time at 8:30 pm. $10 advance, $15 at the door. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ rookies-comedy-night-with-chris-barnes-tickets-210827900927 Brewery Comedy Tour · Fri. 12/17, O’so Brewing Company, Plover. Comedy. 8 pm. $14. https:// www.universe.com/events/the-brewery-comedytour-at-oso-tickets-WRKDJ1 The High Hawks with special guests Tuck Pence & Scott Kirby · Sat. 12/18, Grand Theater, Wausau. Enjoy an evening of jam, bluegrass, and Americana. Starts at 7:30 pm. $25-35. Grandtheater.org Home for the Holidays with Desiree and Mara · Sat. 12/18, Nicolet College, Rhinelander. Listen to holiday classical, folk and jazz music performed by musicians Desiree Wattelet and Mara Prausa. Starts at 7:30 pm. $10. https://www.nicoletcollege.edu/community/nicolet-live/season-events/ home-holidays-desiree-and-mara Brewery Comedy Tour · Sat. 12/18, Mosinee Brewing Company, Mosinee. Comedy. 8 pm. $14. https://www.universe.com/events/the-brewerycomedy-tour-at-mosinee-tickets-DBTV1J Michael Charles · Sat. 12/18, Hollyrocks LLC, 110 2nd St N, Wisconsin Rapids. Listen to blues music performed by Grammy elected Australian blues artist, Michael Charles. Starts at 8 pm. Free. https://michaelcharles.us/ Jerry Schmitt Band · Fri. 12/31, Homestead on 52, Wausau. Country, rockabilly. 8 pm. $10 cover. 715-843-7555 Rising Phoenix · Fri. 12/31, Rookies Sportspub, Stevens Point. Classic rock. 8 pm. $10. 715-344-7026 Feeling ’22 with Sassy Lala at Rookies · Sat. 1/1, Rookies Sportspub, Stevens Point. Drag show. Doors open at 7:30 pm, show time at 9 pm. $5 advance, $10 day of tickets. 715-344-7026
Comedian Steve Sabo · Fri. 1/7, Cruisin’ 1724, Wausau. Comedy. Starts at 8 pm. $10 advance, $15 at the door. 715-675-2940 Ongoing Book club forming to discuss A New View of Being Human · Via Zoom or at Kinlein Offices, Wausau. Book that provides a platform to consider the power of being human and the value of each person’s contribution to the world. Authored by pioneers in the profession of kinlein which assists persons in building on their strengths. Times to be determined. For more info, call 715-842-7399 Donate your Deer Hide · drop off your hide at Wisconsin Lions Camp. Money raised from deer hides go to the Lions Camp to help serve others. Go to https://wlf.info/deer-hide-collection/ to find a drop-off location near you. Habitat for Humanity Collects Holiday Lights · Recycle your used lights at any of the following drop off boxes: Wausau City Hall, Mosinee City Hall, Pick ‘n Save all three Wausau locations, Piggly Wiggly Mosinee, Intercity State Bank all three Wausau locations, Marathon Savings Bank all three Wausau locations, People’s State Bank all 5 Wausau locations, Prevail Bank-Wausau, Nigbur’s Fine Furniture or the Habitat Store during store hours 9 am-1 pm (closed holidays) until January. For more information, email cfrost@habitatwausau.org Reception & Customer Service - Good News Project is looking for volunteers to answer phones, fill in paperwork, & greet guests. Other small duties may be assigned during down time. This position would need to commit at least a ½ day per week on a regular schedule. If you are interested in helping out, please go to https://www.goodnewswi.com/volunteer-application/ to fill out an application OR contact Susie at (715) 843-5985. We do require proof of COVID vaccination for all staff and volunteer. Thank you! Health Equipment Sanitization & Restocking - Volunteers are needed on a weekly basis to assist with the turn-around of donated medical
equipment. Items need to be sanitized, reassembled, and the coordination of inventory is required to meet ongoing client needs. We attempt to help volunteers find a 2–3-hour shift that fits best within their schedule during our regular business hours, Mon. – Fri. from 9-4. If you are interested in helping out, please go to https://www.goodnewswi.com/volunteerapplication/ to fill out an application OR contact Susie at (715) 843-5985. We do require proof of COVID vaccination for all staff and volunteer. Thank you! Marshfield Pickleball · Every Mon., Tues., Weds., and Fri., hosted by the city of Marshfield. Located at the Oak Ave. Community Center, 201 S. Oak Ave. Advanced ticket discounts available through the Parks & Rec department. Ci.marshfield.wi.us. Senior Bingo · Every Tuesday, hosted by the Marshfield Parks & Recreational Department at Drendel Room, 211 E 2nd St, Marshfield. Starts at 1 pm. $1 for 2 cards. 715-486-2041 The Landing Literacy Book Club · 4th Wed. of each month. Book club at the Landing YMCA, Wausau. Book notices at YMCA, Literacy Council and Janke Bookstore. 715-841-1855 Wednesday Night Pokémon · Wednesdays, The Gaming Emporium, 4317 Stewart Ave, Wausau. Pokémon trading card game night every Wednesday. Starts at 5 pm. Free. 715-298-4073 Aspirus Wausau Farmers Market · Every Thursday, Located at Aspirus Corporate Parking Lot, 2200 Westwood Dr, Wausau. Opens 9 am. Aspirus.org Good News Project Laptop E-cycle · Fridays throughout the year. Safely recycle your old laptop for free at 1106 N 5th St, Wausau. All laptop recycling free for 2021 only! 9 am to 4 pm. 715-843-5985 Wausau Winter Market · Saturdays NovemberApril, Located at Whitewater Music Hall, 130 1st Ave, Wausau. Parking on River Drive. Opens 8 am-noon. wausauwintermarket@gmail.com
EVENTS/SPECTATOR SPORTS Green & Gold Raffle · St. Ladislaus Parish, Bevent. $1,000 Cash; 2-$500 Cash; plus 13 other prizes. $5 each or 3-$10. Drawing 2/5/2022. Great Stocking Stuffer. Call 715-321-3591 for details. Marshfield Rotary Winter Wonderland · Sat.-Fri. 11/27-12/31, Wildwood Zoo & Park, Marshfield. Over two million lights illuminate the park and zoo. Starts at 5 pm. Free but donations encouraged. Rotarywinterwonderland.org Grab & Go Craft for Adults: Wooden Heart Pendant · Wed.-Fri. 12/1-12/31, hosted by the Marathon County Public Library at all MCPL locations. Grab a kit containing supplies for making your own wooden heart pendant. Pick up the kit whenever the library is open. Free. Call 715-261-7230 for more info Book-of-the-Month-Club: “Christmas at the Island Hotel” by Jenny Colgan · Wed.-Fri. 12/1-12/31, hosted by the Marathon County Public Library at MCPL Athens. Pick up the Book of the Month and questions to think about as you read. Call 715-257-7292 for more info 46th Annual Stevens Point YMCA Frostbite Winter Run/Walk · Sat. 12/4-12/11, Stevens Point Area YMCA or virtually. Go for a 5 mile timed run, 10 mile timed run or 2.5 mile non-competitive walk. Starts at noon. $25. More info at https:// runsignup.com/Race/WI/StevensPoint/FrostbiteRunOrWalk Fun@5 with Granite Peak Ski Area · Thurs. 12/9, hosted by the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce at Granite Peak Ski Resort, Wausau. Network with others and enjoy appetizers and beverages. You can also get a chance to win door prizes. Must be 21 or older. Starts at 5 pm. $10 members online, $15 members at the door, $20 non members online, and $25 non members at the door. wausauchamber.com A Downtown Christmas · Fri. 12/10, downtown Stevens Point. Enjoy several holiday activities, crafts, indoor and outdoor markets, a visit with
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Santa and more. Starts at 10 am. More info at https://www.downtownpointwi.com/a-downtown-christmas Point Brewery: History on Tap · Fri. 12/10, hosted by Point Brewery and UWSP Museum of Natural History at UWSP Museum of Natural History, Stevens Point. Check out the new exhibit, sample Point products, and join in a discussion about Point Brewery with other speakers. Masks required in the university. Starts at 6 pm. Free. 715-344-9310 Mosinee Papermakers Game · Fri. 12/10, hosted by Mosinee Papermakers Hockey at the Mosinee Recreational Center 701 11th St, Mosinee. Mosinee Papermakers vs. Eagle River Falcons. Starts at 8 pm. Mosineepapermakers.com 12th Annual Deck the Malls Craft Event · Sat.Sun. 12/11-12/12, hosted at the Cedar Creek Mall, 10101 Market St, Rothschild. Shop for the holidays, have your picture taken with Santa and enjoy hot cocoa bombs and cookies. Starts at 9 am. $15 for three photos. 715-298-3811 Tree Lighting · Sat. 12/11, YMCA Camp Glacier Hollow, Amherst Junction. Enjoy holiday-themed activities, crafts, carols, hot chocolate, and tree lighting. Starts at 6 pm. $10/ family for members, $20/family for nonmembers. www.spymca.org/events Yoga 4 Paws · Sun. 12/12, hosted by the Portage County Humane Society and Ana Marie Yoga at SentryWorld Atrium, 601 Michigan Ave N, Stevens Point. Get some exercise from doing yoga. Proceeds go towards the Humane Society of Portage County. Starts at 9:30 am. $25 donation. www.hspcwi.org/yoga4paws Virtual Gardening: Care for Common December Plants · Mon. 12/13, hosted online by Marathon County Public Library and Extension Marathon County. Learn how to take care of your plants during the winter. Starts at 11 am. Free. https://www.mcpl.us/events/10592 Marathon City Book Club: “Echo Mountain” by Lauren Wolk · Mon. 12/13, hosted by the Marathon County Public Library at MCPL Marathon City. Discuss Wolk’s story with other readers. Starts at 5:45 pm. Call 715-443-2775 for more info Edgar Book Club: “Mr. Dickens and His Carol” by Samantha Silva · Tues. 12/14, hosted by the Marathon County Public Library at MCPL Edgar. Meet with other book lovers and discuss Silva’s novel. Starts at 12 pm. Call 715-352-3155 for more info Hatley Book Club: “A Week in Winter” by Maeve Binchy · Tues. 12/14, hosted by the Marathon County Public Library at MCPL Hatley. Discuss Binchy’s story with other readers. Starts at 1 pm. Call 715-446-3537 for more info Intro to Pickleball · Tues. 12/14, hosted by Woodson YMCA at the Aspirus Branch Gym, Weston. Learn how to play pickleball, a sport that combines tennis, badminton and table tennis. This class is for all ages. Starts at 5:30 pm. $10 members, $15 nonmembers. 715-845-2177 Hands on Plants-Holiday Centerpieces · Tues. 12/14, Monk Botanical Gardens, Wausau. Make a holiday centerpiece. For ages 21 and older. Starts at 6 pm. $40 members, $45 nonmembers. https://givebutter.com/HandsOnPlants Stratford Book Club: “The Rose Code” by Kate Quinn · Wed. 12/15, hosted by the Marathon County Public Library at MCPL Stratford. Discuss Quinn’s novel about spies. Starts at 1 pm. Call 715-687-4420 for more info Wausau Cyclones Game · Fri. 12/17, Eagle River Recreational Center, Eagle River. Wausau Cyclones vs. Oregon Tradesmen. Starts at 7:10 pm. $9 ticket adult or $10 walk-up, $6 kids 5-18 or $7 walkup, 5 and under free. https://www.wausaucyclones.com/ Mosinee Papermakers Game · Fri. 12/17, hosted by Mosinee Papermakers Hockey at the Mosinee Recreational Center 701 11th St, Mosinee. Mosinee Papermakers vs. Fox Cities Ice Dogs. Starts at 8 pm. Mosineepapermakers.com Friends of MCPL Book Sale-Members Only Sale · Sat. 12/18, hosted by Friends of MCPL at 300 N First St, Wausau. Books, CDs, TV movies, artwork,
board games and puzzles for sale. Open to members but nonmembers can join for yearly membership of $10 per person or $25 per family. Starts at 9:30 am. https://www.mcpl.us/events/10525 Public Ice Skate · Sat., Sun. & Wed. 12/18, 12/26 & 12/29, Greenheck Field House, Weston. Starts at 7:30 pm on 12/18, 11:30 am on 12/26 & 2:30 pm on 12/29. $4 public skate, $3 skate rental. https:// www.dce.k12.wi.us/greenheckfieldhouse Virtual Mosinee Book Club: “The Snow Child” by Eowyn Ivy · Mon. 12/20, hosted online by the Marathon County Public Library. Join a virtual discussion about Ivy’s story. Starts at 2 pm. Call 715261-7200 for more info. GoToMeeting (Online) Wausau Cyclones Game · Tues. 12/28, Marathon Park, Wausau. Wausau Cyclones vs. Oregon Tradesmen. Starts at 7:10 pm. $9 ticket adult or $10 walk-up, $6 kids 5-18 or $7 walkup, 5 and under free. https://www.wausaucyclones.com/ Wausau Cyclones Game · Wed. 12/29, Marathon Park, Wausau. Wausau Cyclones vs. Oregon Tradesmen. Starts at 7:10 pm. $9 ticket adult or $10 walk-up, $6 kids 5-18 or $7 walkup, 5 and under free. https://www.wausaucyclones.com/ Wausau Cyclones Game · Fri. 1/7, Marathon Park, Wausau. Wausau Cyclones vs. St. Louis Jr. Blues. Starts at 7:10 pm. $9 ticket adult or $10 walk-up, $6 kids 5-18 or $7 walkup, 5 and under free. https://www.wausaucyclones.com/ Mosinee Papermakers Game · Fri. 1/7, hosted by Mosinee Papermakers Hockey at the Mosinee Recreational Center 701 11th St, Mosinee. Mosinee Papermakers vs. Eagle River Falcons. Starts at 8 pm Mosineepapermakers.com Wausau Cyclone Game · Sat. 1/8, Marathon Park, Wausau. Wausau Cyclones vs. St. Louis Jr. Blues. Starts at 7:10 pm. $9 ticket adult or $10 walk-up, $6 kids 5-18 or $7 walkup, 5 and under free. https://www.wausaucyclones.com/ Family Festival · Sat.-Sun. 1/8-1/9, Granite Peak Ski Resort, Wausau. Groomer rides, touch a truck, scavenger hunts, fireworks and parade. S’mores packets also available. Starts at 8 am. Free. https://www.skigranitepeak.com/
OUTDOORS/SPORTS Starwood Sleigh Rides (thru January) · Ringle, WI. Reservations required. www.starwood-farm.net. 715-297-8512 or 715-446-2485 Group Hike · Sat. 12/11, hosted by the Friends of Rib Mountain State Park, Rib Mountain. Go on a group hike. Starts at 10 am. Free. Ribmountain.org/events The Granite Grom Jam Series 1 · Sun. 1/9, Granite Peak Ski Resort, Wausau. Go skiing or snowboarding, enjoy pizza for lunch and a friendly competition. Starts at 11 am. $40 or $70 for two siblings. Helmets & lift tickets/season pass required. https://www.skigranitepeak.com/
LECTURES/WORKSHOPS Guitar Lessons with Adam Greuel · Running now, hosted online through UWSP. Learn how to play guitar with Adam Greuel of Horseshoes and Hand Grenades. Lessons times vary. Available to all levels. $69 for 30 minutes, $114 for 60 minutes. Uwsp.edu “Does Making Cents Make Sense? Arguments For and Against Music Streaming Platforms” · Thurs. 12/9, UW-Stevens Point, Noel Fine Arts, room 221, Stevens Point. Examine arguments in favor or against music streaming. Starts at 6:30 pm. Free. Uwsp.edu Wheel-Throwing with Ben Wendt · Tues. 12/14, Center for the Visual Arts, Wausau. Learn how to make a mug or bowl in a beginning to intermediate wheel-throwing class. All supplies provided. No class on Thanksgiving week. Starts at 6:30 pm. $165. https://www.cvawausau.org/
ARTS/EXHIBITS Merrill History & Cultural Center · Open Mon., Weds. and Fri. From 9 am to 1 pm. Appointments can be made for other days. 715-536-5652, preservethefuture.org
Q Artists Cooperative, Stevens Point · Facemasks required. Gallery open Mon. 10 am-5 pm, Tues. 10 am-5 pm, Wed. 10 am-5 pm, Thurs. 10 am-5 pm, Fri. 10 am-5 pm, Sat. 10 am-5 pm, Sun. 11 am-3 pm. Woodson Art Museum, Wausau · Free. Open Tues-Fri 9 am-4 pm, first Thurs. of each month 9 am-7:30 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm and closed Mon. and holidays. Facemasks and social distancing required. “What Might You Do? The Art of Christian Robinson”: Exhibit opens from 12/4/21-2/27/22: Artwork from children’s book illustrator Christian Robinson. “American Woodblock Prints” and “Making the Cut: Relief Prints from the Woodson Art Museum’s Collection”. Exhibits open from 12/4/21-2/27/22. lywam.org Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art · Open noon-5 pm Tues-Sat. Exhibit on display: ANJE Annual National Juried Exhibition from 11/4-12/31. Face masks required. Wmoca.org Center for the Visual Arts, Wausau · Free. Gallery hours Wed.-Fri. 10 am-4 pm; Sat. 12 pm–4 pm. Closed Sun.-Tues. 715-842-4545, cvawausau. org. Currently on display until 12/23: The Earth We Share & Constructing Memories. Inspired by activities and events. Marathon City Heritage Center · Open from noon to 2 pm on the second Sunday of each month from Oct. to April, Open Sun. 4/5 noon2 pm and 5/3 noon-2 pm. 715-443-2221. www.marathoncity.org
KIDS/TEENS Wednesday Learning Centers · Every Weds., hosted by the Stevens Point Area YMCA and Boys & Girls Club of Portage County. Available for students in K thru 6th grade. Young learners will get the chance to socialize and learn after school. Centers are open all day. $10 per child. More info at https://www.bgclubpc.org/ Grab & Go Craft for Kids: Fine Motor Aquarium · Wed.-Fri. 12/1-12/31, hosted by the Marathon County Public Library at all MCPL locations. Grab a kit containing supplies for making a paper plate aquarium. Pick up the kits anytime the library is open. Free. Call 715-261-7220 for more info Educational Programs · Thurs. 12/9, UWSP Museum of Natural History, Stevens Point. Learn through hands-on activities about nature-related topics. Starts at 5 pm. Free. https://www.uwsp. edu/cols-ap/museum/Pages/default.aspx Christmas for Kids at the Conservatory · Sun. 12/12, Wausau Conservatory of Music, 404 Seymour St, Wausau. Celebrate Christmas at the Conservatory with holiday crafts, games, snacks and refreshments, holiday music, pictures with Santa and more. Starts at 12:30 pm, 2 pm, & 3:30 pm. $5 per child, free for adults. https://wausauconservatory.org/Christmas/ Family Story Time: Socks! · Tues. 12/14, hosted online by the Marathon County Public Library. Listen to stories about socks and learn about the flame hawkfish in the library aquarium. Starts at 10 am. Free. https://www.youtube.com/user/MCPLwausau Cookies, Cocoa and Christmas Crafts · Sat. 12/18, Greater Wausau Children’s Museum, Wausau. Decorate and eat Christmas cookies, enjoy some hot cocoa, make a Christmas ornament and other crafts. Starts at 10 am. $5 per child includes cookies, cocoa and crafts, no charge for parents or pass-holders. wausauchildrensmuseum.org Public Climb · Sat. & Sun. 12/18 & 12/26, Greenheck Field House, Weston. For ages 5 and older. Starts at 7 pm on 12/18 & 11 am on 12/26. $5 per person. https://www.dce.k12.wi.us/greenheckfieldhouse Family Story Time: Winter Wishes! · Tues. 12/21, hosted online by the Marathon County Public Library. Listen to stories about winter. Starts at 10 am. Free. https://www.youtube.com/user/MCPLwausau Family Story Time: All Things New! · Tues. 12/28, hosted online by the Marathon County Public Library. Listen to stories that revolve around the theme “new” and learn about the Grab & Go craft for kids in January. Starts at 10 am. Free.
https://www.youtube.com/user/MCPLwausau Holiday Gymnastics Camp · Tues. 12/28, Woodson YMCA, Wausau Branch Gymnastics Center. Gymnastics for ages 6-12. Gymnasts must be able to do a handstand and bridge alone in order to enroll. Starts at 1 pm. $39 members, $47 nonmembers. https://www.woodsonymca.com/ Jolly Jingle Bell Bash Camp · Thurs. 12/30, Woodson YMCA, Wausau Branch Gymnastics Center. Gymnastics for ages 4-7. Starts at 1 pm. $39 members, $47 nonmembers. https://www.woodsonymca.com/ Ongoing Wisconsin 4-H Art Contest · from now to 12/31, hosted online by Wisconsin 4-H Foundation. Art contest for 4-H youth. More info at https://wis4hfoundation.org/celebrate-the-arts/ Greater Wausau Children’s Museum, Cedar Creek Mall, Rothschild. Open Tues-Thurs 9 am-2 pm, Fri. & Sat. 9 am-5 pm, Sun. 12 pm-5 pm. Closed Monday. $5 per child 1-12 years, free for children under 1 and parents or caregivers. http://www. wausauchildrensmuseum.org/ or 608-408-4668 Mini Monets · Select Wednesdays, Greater Wausau Children’s Museum, Rothschild. Preschool Art program for children ages 2-5. Starts at 4 am. http://www.wausauchildrensmuseum.org/ or 608-408-4668 Bounce House · Wednesdays, Greenheck Field House, Weston. Starts at 5:30 pm. $5 per child 12 and under. https://www.dce.k12.wi.us/greenheckfieldhouse Weekly Play and Learn · Thursdays, hosted by Children’s Wisconsin-Marathon County Family Resource Center at Cornerstone Lutheran Church, Wausau. Children can enjoy fun, educational activities. Registration required and masks required. Starts at 9:30 am or 10:30 am. No cost. 715-660-8103 Preschool Science · Select Thursdays, Greater Wausau Children’s Museum, Rothschild. Handson Science, Art and sensory play for toddlers and preschoolers. Starts at 10 am. More info at http://www.wausauchildrensmuseum.org/ 608-408-4668 Young Picassos · Select Saturdays, Greater Wausau Children’s Museum, Rothschild. Art program for children ages 7+. Starts at 10 am. More info at http://www.wausauchildrensmuseum.org/ 608-408-4668
LIFELINES Medicare options through Security Health Plan · hosted weekly, hosted online by the Marshfield Clinic. Learn how Medicare plans offered by Security Health Plan of Wisconsin can help you afford quality insurance. Visit www.securityhealth.org/OnlineEvent Personal Needs Closet · First United Methodist Church, 903 3rd St, Wausau. Free toilet paper, paper towel, soap, personal toiletries and laundry detergent. Enter from parking lot on Fulton St. 2nd Tuesdays 1-3 pm, 4th Saturdays 9-11 am. 715-842-2201 Claire’s Critter Closet · First United Methodist Church, 903 3rd St, Wausau. Free cat food, dog food, beds, toys, treats, collars and cat litter. Enter from parking lot on Fulton St. 2nd Tuesdays 1-3 pm, 4th Saturdays 9-11 am. 715-842-2201 Blood Drive · Thurs. 12/9, Stevens Point Blood Donation Center, 3210C Main St, Stevens Point. Starts at 8:15 am. Redcrossblood.org Blood Drive · Thurs. 12/9, St. Paul’s United Methodist, 600 Wilshire, Stevens Point. Starts at 10 am. Redcrossblood.org Blood Drive · Fri. 12/10, Stevens Point Blood Donation Center, 3210C Main St, Stevens Point. Starts at 8:15 am. Redcrossblood.org Blood Drive · Mon. 12/13, Stevens Point Blood Donation Center, 3210C Main St, Stevens Point. Starts at 11:45 am. Redcrossblood.org Blood Drive · Mon. 12/13, Peace Lutheran Church, 293 S Main St, Amherst. Starts at 1 pm. Redcrossblood.org
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VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES Volunteer Opportunities for the Week of December 6th, 2021 Find More Donation + Volunteer Opportunities! Go to the United Way Volunteer Connection volunteer website at www.unitedwaymc. galaxydigital.com. Bell Ringers Needed. It’s that time of year! The Salvation Army is looking for bell ringers to help raise funds that support families in need in our community over the next year. Signing up is easy and two hours of your time could change the lives of families right here in our area. Choose from a variety of locations in the area. Call 715-848-4272 or register online. Help Distribute Food In a Safe Way. The Neighbors’ Place is seeking volunteers to assist in their outdoor food distribution. Some volunteers work outdoors and collect basic household information from food pantry guests. Some volunteers also work inside preparing grocery carts for guests to load into their own vehicles. Shifts are approximately Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 10 am - 2 pm and Wednesdays from 1 pm - 5 pm. Volunteers are provided with basic safety gear (mask, gloves, etc.) when working at The Neighbors’ Place. The Neighbors’ Place has strict Covid-19 precautions in place to keep our volunteers and guests safe. Contact Be�na at 715-8451966 x 306 or be�na@neighborsplace.org.
Bilingual Interviewer Needed. Enjoy speaking with interesting people? Want to volunteer from home? The Red Cross is looking for volunteers to phone screen new volunteers. The Volunteer Screener gathers relevant information about prospective volunteer candidates while assessing which positions volunteers are best suited for. If interested, please contact Lee at lee.boro�a@ redcross.org.
IN-KIND DONATIONS NEEDED Artificial Christmas Trees. Are you upgrading your tree this year? Donate your old tree to The Women’s Community clients who are just ge�ng started in their own place this year. Please contact Allie at 715-842-5663 or allie@womenscommunity.org. Personal Hygiene Products. Back to Basics is in need of products like shampoo, conditioner, baby wipes, brushes and combs, deodorant, Band-Aids, and feminine hygiene products. There is the option to host a drive to collect these items. Contact workplacevolunteercouncilmc@gmail.org to learn more.
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by B.C. Kowalski
Chocolate empire
Just opened in September, the Chocolate Shop is already creating a buzz — but the business goes beyond retail A person walking into The Chocolate Shop on south Third Avenue, near Catholic Charities in a building most recently an antique shop, would first notice the smell of chocolate filling the air. They’d quickly realize, since the shop’s owners are quick with a sample, that the taste is everything the smell promises, if not moreso. They might not know they had just walked into the headquarters of a burgeoning chocolate empire. Paul and Kristin Zaal opened The Chocolate Shop in September on Wausau’s West side. The idea was always that wholesale would be the main business, with the retail shop hopefully bringing in enough to cover the rent. They didn’t do a lot to advertise, and didn’t choose a trafficheavy downtown location. Much to their surprise, people found them anyway, and in droves. The shop is so busy, in fact, that the Zaals are in the process of searching for another location in which to operate their wholesale business. It’s not hard to see why. Word of mouth is spreading about the chocolate the couple imports from Holland, which is very different than any of the chocolate typically found in central Wisconsin. Dutch (and frankly, European) chocolate makers use far less sugar. Despite that, the flavors of the chocolates are hard to compete with. As I walk into the shop on a Thursday morning, a woman leaving for whom I held the door tells me “you won’t want to leave.” The Zaals are hardly new to the chocolate business. The couple started a franchise with locations all over the country. Paul, originally from Holland, and Kristin met while working on a Carnival Cruise, and have lived in Holland and in the U.S. Paul Zaal had also managed malls prior to getting in the candy business, and managed the Wausau Center mall, which is how the couple came to Wausau in the first place. Paul oversaw the renovation of the mall, including the food court. The chocolate franchise’s locations were in malls, and quickly the Zaals realized as all the stores shut down that they needed a more anti-fragile business model. So the idea of the wholesale business, along with an online shop, was born. Some of those ideas stuck around though. All the chocolates are priced by weight, and all the same so people can come in, make their own bag with an assortment of chocolates and candies and pay one price. They can also do that online, something unheard of in the business. (There are also pre-sorted boxes perfect for gifts.) Paul points out a photo behind a candy station — it was a photo of his grandfather’s store in Amsterdam. Not only was his grandfather in the candy business, but so was his father, making Paul the third generation to be in the business.
The building itself has history, the couple says. Kristin told City Pages about a 100-year-old woman who said she used to go to the church across the street on Sundays, and afterward get her hair done. The 120-year-old building had been a hair salon, a grocery store, a meat market and even a wallpaper store. It was last an antique before becoming the chocolate shop it is today. The retail side is booming, but so is the wholesale. A set of corporate orders rests nearby us during the interview, and plenty of other stores: Evolutions in Design, Wisconsin Rapids Floral, Vino Latte and even Sawmill Trampoline Park are customers. The formula for success seems to lie in a pretty basic premise - a quality product at a good price. A box of “cookies” (think like a Whopper but 10 times better) costs $8.95 for a box of 75. $14.95 worth of chocolate gets you more than a pound “We’ve never been focused on doing things on the cheap; we focused on having a quality product at a normal price,” Paul Zaal says. “Chocolate doesn’t have to be expensive.”
Former Perkins to become pancake house The building that once housed Perkins is slated to become a pancake house. The former chain restaurant building on Grand Avenue is being turned into a Garden Pancake House, Owned by Rufino Morales. The building has been there since the 1970s and has been vacant since 2019. (Evan J. Pretzer)
▲ Kristin and Paul Zaal are the owners of The Chocolate Shop, which serves imported chocolate at a reasonable price. They’ve been remarkably busy since they opened in September.
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▲ The former Perkins restaurant is slated to become a pancake house. (Evan J. Pretzer)
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