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Friday, May 10
Elcho Community Pavilion Fish Fry: 4-9 p.m., Elcho pavilion. Open to the public. Fried or broiled fish or fried shrimp, fries, coleslaw and custard. Bar opens at 4 p.m., food served at 5 p.m. 715-610-1888 or elchocommunitypavilion.org.
The Crucible: 7:30 p.m., Nicolet College Theater. Nicolet Players presents the timeless tale of caution that warns of the consequences when fear and suspicion take over facts and reason. Tickets, 715-365-4646 or nicoletcollege.edu.
Denim & Dessert Readers Theater: 7 p.m., Presque Isle Community Center. “A Grand Night of Murder & Mischief.” Free to attend, cash beverage bar with complimentary coffee and dessert after the show. 715-904-9063 or visit presqueisle.com.
Saturday, May 11
Memoir Writing in Six Easy Steps: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. UW Writing Institute lecturer Sue Roupp will help sort out how to begin, who to include, setting and scenes, and more. Space is limited, registration is required. Sponsored by Northern Arts Council. 715-365-1082.
United We Bowl: 12-4 p.m., Hodag Lanes. Fundraiser for Northwoods United Way. Bowl two games of 8-pin no tap. Open to all. Cash prizes, basket raffles. Entry $25 per person. 715-369-0440.
The Crucible: 7:30 p.m., Nicolet College Theater. Nicolet Players presents the timeless tale of caution that warns of the consequences when fear and suspicion take over facts and reason. Tickets, 715-365-4646 or nicoletcollege.edu.
Huisman Honors Recital: 7 p.m., Nancy Volk Auditorium at Wabeno High School. Five high school students from the area will perform a solo, vying for a scholarship. Event named after former teacher, principal and superintendent of Wabeno School District Richard Huisman. Tickets available at the door. Hosted by Wabeno Area Players.
Denim & Dessert Readers Theater: 7 p.m., Presque Isle Community Center. “A Grand Night of Murder & Mischief.” Free to attend, cash beverage bar with complimentary coffee and dessert after the show. 715-904-9063 or visit presqueisle.com.
Journeys Marathon: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. post-race party, Riverview Park in Eagle River. Featuring live music by The Chillbillys, yard-size games, food, kids obstacle course and more. For more information, eagleriver.org.
Camp Open House: 9-11 a.m., Crescent Lake Bible Camp, Rhinelander. Take a tour or try mini golf, archery or climbing tower. New camp director, learn about day camps available. Visit crescentlake.camp or call 715-203-0500.
Sunday, May 12
The Crucible: 2 p.m., Nicolet College Theater. Nicolet Players presents the timeless tale of caution that warns of the consequences when fear and suspicion take over facts and reason. Tickets, 715-365-4646 or nicoletcollege.edu.
Maranatha University Praisemen: 6:30 p.m., Faith Baptist Church in Rhinelander. Free concert. Praisemen are a five-member ensemble of vocalists and brass and string instrumentalists. Pie and cheesecake social to follow. 715-362-3523.
Monday, May 13
Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events: 6-9 p.m., tiered classroom at Rhinelander High School. Training program led by Rhinelander Police Sergeant Angela Welch. Participants will learn about Avoid/Deny/Defend (ADD), a plan for survival during an active shooter event or other public acts of violence. Register at 715-365-5300 or [email protected].
Personal Essentials Pantry (PEP): Second Monday, monthly, 3:30-5:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, Rhinelander. Personal items for people in need. New clients should bring documentation of food pantry, WIC, BadgerCare or Food Share program participation.
Aspirus Community Fitness Center: 6-7:45 a.m. and 3:30-6 p.m. Monday through Friday at Rhinelander High School. FREE and open to students and the public.
Tuesday, May 14
Bingo: 6:15 p.m., earlybird and 7 p.m. regular bingo, held Tuesday nights at the VFW in Rhinelander. Organized by Rhinelander Lions Club. For more information, [email protected].
Regenerative Medicine Presentation: 6:30 p.m., Advanced Health, 401 S. Pelham St., Rhinelander. Join Dr. Jerod Bergman for a class on breakthroughs in regenerative medicine and handling knee pain without drugs or surgery. Call 715-362-2300 to reserve your seat.
Wednesday, May 15
Coffee & Company: Free community breakfast first and third Wednesdays, 8-9:30 a.m. at the VFW Hall in Rhinelander. Call 715-367-4790 or 715-282-5465 for more information.
Sensory Storytime: 10:15 a.m., Rhinelander District Library. Inclusive program is designed to meet the needs of all abilities; including autism spectrum, sensory processing issues and kids who just can’t sit still. The storytime will engage all the senses through stories, movement, music and play. Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m. through May 22. 715-365-1070.
The Perfect Pollinator Workshop: 3-6 p.m., Northcentral Technical College, Antigo. Learn how to create and maintain a perfect pollinator garden or establish farmland and greenspace pollinator buffer strips. For information or to register, email Baerbel at [email protected] or call 715-369-7835.
Thursday, May 16
Operation Christmas Child: 12-1 p.m., Pine Grove Community Church, Rhinelander. Celebrating 10.6 million shoe boxes collected in 2018. Guest speaker; free lunch. RSVP by May 10 to [email protected].
Riverside Meditation Group: 5:30 p.m., Ascension Koller Behavioral Health. Two 20-minute seated meditations with either walking meditation or Qigong in between. Silent with occasional guided meditations followed by a short talk. Free to attend. 715-361-2805.
Alzheimer’s Caregivers’ Support Group: 1-2:30 third Thursday of the month at the Oneida County Senior Center. Sponsored by Greater Wisc. chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Anyone with a loved one with any kind of memory loss is welcome. Respite care is available to those attending, with two days’ notice. 715-369-6304.
Friday, May 17
Dog Park Spring Cleaning: 10 a.m., Doctors Foster and Smith Dog Park, Rhinelander. Bring gas-powered leaf blower, face mask and ear plugs. For more information, call Tina, 715-499-3002.
Saturday, May 18
Dog Park Spring Cleaning: 10 a.m., Doctors Foster and Smith Dog Park, Rhinelander. Bring rakes, tarps, face masks and gloves. For more information, call Tina, 715-499-3002.
One for the Heroes: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Rhinelander GM-Toyota community luncheon and fundraiser for first responders. Lunch available with donation; free lunch for first responders. Tours of emergency vehicles, family activities, bounce house.
Northwood School of Dance Program: 1 and 6 p.m., Rhinelander High School Auditorium. PErforming Alice in Wonderland and other specialty pieces. Choreographed by Miriah Mannikko, Tanya Taylor and Jessie Swearingen. Dancers ages 3-21 from Crandon, Eagle River, Three Lakes and Rhinelander. Sponsored in part by the Northern Arts Council. $10 adults; $5 children at the door.
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