Boulder Junction area events

Saturday, Sept. 14
Colorama Arts & Crafts Fair
Boulder Junction Community Center
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Craft show, farmers market and wild game sandwiches.
715-385-2400 or boulderject.org

Lakeland Area Kiwanis Poker Paddle
Manitowish Chain of Lakes
10 a.m. launch, Little Star Beach
Fundraising paddle event to benefit youth activities and programs. Collect a poker hand as you navigate through the chain. Finish line is Rest Lake Park where there will be a cook out, music raffles, door prizes.
lakelandkiwanis.com

Fall Wine & Paint
Aqualand Ale House
10-11:30 a.m.
Unleash your creative side! All supplies provided and step-by-step instruction. Paint one of two options provided. $40.
715-385-0380 or aqualandalehouse.com

Monday, Sept. 16
Mah Jongg
Boulder Junction Library
1-4 p.m., Mondays
Mah Jongg is a traditional Chinese game, played by four people around a square table using tiles instead of cards. Beginners are welcome; bring your set if you have one.
715-385-2050 or bouldjunctionlibrary.org

Tuesday, Sept. 17
Mongolia: A travelogue with Diane Muri
Boulder Junction Community Center
7 p.m.
Experience a Mongolian expedition through photos, music and examples of the culture. Open to all, free to attend.
715-385-2050

Wednesday, Sept. 18
Knitting Club
Boulder Junction Community Center
10 a.m.-noon
Meets first and third Wednesdays. Bring a current project each session. Share tips and techniques and socialize with other knitters and learn new things.
715-385-2050 or bouldjunctionlibrary.org

Saturday, Sept. 21
Boulder Junction Colorama Dinner
Camp Manito-Wish YMCA
5:15-7:30 p.m.
60th annual event sponsored by the Lions Club. Featuring wild game stew and chicken. Adults $17, ages 12 and under, $8. Proceeds benefit the fourth and eighth grade classes at North Lakeland School. Advanced tickets available.
715-385-2400

Monday, Sept. 23
Mah Jongg
Boulder Junction Library
1-4 p.m., Mondays
Mah Jongg is a traditional Chinese game, played by four people around a square table using tiles instead of cards. Beginners are welcome; bring your set if you have one.
715-385-2050 or bouldjunctionlibrary.org

Thursday, Sept. 26
Unique Historic Highlights of Boulder Junction
Boulder Junction Community Center
7 p.m.
Local historian Jim Bokern will present a program on the interesting historic highlights of Boulder Junction. Part of the Neighbor to Neighbor program. Free to attend; refreshments will be served.
715-385-2050

Friday, Sept. 27
Denim & Dessert Readers’ Theatre
Presque Isle Community Center
7-8:30 p.m.
The group presents the comedy, “Drinking Habits.” Free to attend, donations appreciated; cash bar and complementary coffee and desserts served after the show. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.
boulderjct.org

Plum Lake Colorama Weekend
Main Street, Sayner
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Take in the colors of fall in downtown Sayner! Enjoy fall festivities and special sales at the shops in town. Events occur all weekend.
vilaswi.com

Saturday, Sept. 28
Fall Wine & Paint
Aqualand Ale House
10-11:30 a.m.
Unleash your creative side! All supplies provided and step-by-step instruction. Paint one of two options provided. $40.
715-385-0380 or aqualandalehouse.com

Plum Lake Colorama Weekend
Main Street, Sayner
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Take in the colors of fall in downtown Sayner! Enjoy fall festivities and special sales at the shops in town. Events occur all weekend.
vilaswi.com

Denim & Dessert Readers’ Theatre
Presque Isle Community Center
7-8:30 p.m.
The group presents the comedy, “Drinking Habits.” Free to attend, donations appreciated; cash bar and complementary coffee and desserts served after the show. Doors open at 6:15 p.m.
boulderjct.org

Monday, Sept. 30
Mah Jongg
Boulder Junction Library
1-4 p.m., Mondays
Mah Jongg is a traditional Chinese game, played by four people around a square table using tiles instead of cards. Beginners are welcome; bring your set if you have one.
715-385-2050 or bouldjunctionlibrary.org

Lac du Flambeau area events

Saturday, Sept. 14
Wild Rice Festival
Downtown Lac du Flambeau
9 a.m-4 p.m.
Native art and craft vendors, cooking contest, pie eating contest, wild rice demos, free entertainment, Pow Wow at 2 p.m.
lacduflambeauchamber.com

Tuesday, Sept. 17
Tribal Council Candidate Forum
LDF multipurpose building
6-8 p.m.
Get to know the candidates vying for a seat on the council. All members welcome; light refreshments will be served. General election is Oct. 1.
lacduflambeauchamber.com

Manitowish Waters Area Events

Friday, Sept. 13
Free Cranberry Marsh Tours
Manitowish Waters Community Center
10 a.m., Fridays
One hour tour, rain or shine, starting from Cranberry Square in Manitowish Waters. Samples, prize drawings, tour of Vilas Cranberry Company Marsh. No reservations.
manitowishwaters.org

Saturday, Sept. 14
Poker Paddle
Little Star Beach
10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Poker run for non-motorized watercraft. Food and refreshments at each stop. Proceeds benefit are youth programs.
Lakelandkiwanis.com

Sunday, Sept. 15
Manitowish Waters Fire Department Open House
Fire Department, US-51
Noon-3 p.m.
Open House and Harley raffle drawing, fire trucks and equipment on display, cookout and more.
manitowishwaters.org

Monday, Sept. 16
WPR First 100 Years
Frank B. Koller Memorial Library
6-7 p.m.
A presentation by Rick Reyer about the history of Wisconsin Public Radio from how it began, its growth, where it’s going. Reyer is the MPM central regional manager for WPR. Free. Refreshments served.
kollerlibrary.org

Tuesday, Sept. 17
Create Art
Manitowish Waters Community Center
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
A group of artists have come together to offer a free “open studio” to area artists, visitors and whoever loves being creative. Bring projects and supplies, floor and table protection. First and third Tuesdays of the month.
manitoartleague.org

Basics of Canning and Preserving
North Lakeland Discovery Center
Noon-4 p.m.
Learn about the tradition of canning and preserving, how to get started , two methods of canning and preserving, tools of the trade and how to make jams and jellies. Space is limited; register by Sept. 14. $30/$25 members.
discoverycenter.net

Wednesday, Sept. 18
Mah Jongg – the Dragon Ladies
Koller Library, Manitowish Waters
9 a.m., every Wednesday
Join in on the American version of the Chinese tile game; exercise your mind! New players are welcome.
www.kollerlibrary.org

Cribbage
Manitowish Waters Community Center
7:30 p.m.
Every Wednesday night; drop-ins welcome. $5 entrance fee to play
Cheryl, 715-543-2565

Friday, Sept. 20
Free Cranberry Marsh Tours
Manitowish Waters Community Center
10 a.m., Fridays
One hour tour, rain or shine, starting from Cranberry Square in Manitowish Waters. Samples, prize drawings, tour of Vilas Cranberry Company Marsh. No reservations.
manitowishwaters.org

Saturday, Sept. 21
Sasquatch Sip & Stroll
North Lakeland Discovery Center
5-7:30 p.m.
Hike through the forest while sampling beers and keeping an eye out for the elusive Sasquatch. Collect tickets and win prizes. Live music, snakes, raffles. $30 in advance/$40 day of event.
discoverycenter.net.

Wednesday, Sept. 25
Mah Jongg – the Dragon Ladies
Koller Library, Manitowish Waters
9 a.m., every Wednesday
Join in on the American version of the Chinese tile game; exercise your mind! New players are welcome.
www.kollerlibrary.org

Cribbage
Manitowish Waters Community Center
7:30 p.m.
Every Wednesday night; drop-ins welcome. $5 entrance fee to play
Cheryl, 715-543-2565

Friday, Sept. 27
Free Cranberry Marsh Tours
Manitowish Waters Community Center
10 a.m., Fridays
One hour tour, rain or shine, starting from Cranberry Square in Manitowish Waters. Samples, prize drawings, tour of Vilas Cranberry Company Marsh. No reservations.
manitowishwaters.org

Wolf Howl
North Lakeland Discovery Center
7-10 p.m.
Begin the program by learning about wolves, their history and current status. Then travel to wolf territory. Transportation provided. Register early. $22/$18 members
877-543-2085 or discoverycenter.net

Tuesday, Oct. 2
Exploring the Vibrant Colors of Alcohol Ink
Manitowish Waters Community Center
Instructor Lisa Krueger introduces various techniques in her work with inks on tile, Yupo paper and canvas panels. All materials provided. No experience necessary. $20 materials fee; non-members of art league pay $10 extra. Sign up by Sept. 27.
715-385-0299 or [email protected]

Mercer Area Events

Friday, Sept. 13
Cribbage
Mercer Senior Center, 2518 Martha Lake Road
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Played each Friday.
Call 715-476-0430 or 175-476-3511 if interested in joining

Coffee and Coloring
Mercer Public Library
2-4 p.m.
A relaxing afternoon of coffee and coloring, Bring your own paper craft projects or use the library’s coloring sheets and supplies. All are welcome.
mercerpubliclibrary.org

Saturday, Sept. 14
Pickleball
Mercer School
2-5 p.m.
Serving up fun times! Held Weekly on Saturday.
Mercercc.com

Tuesday, Sept. 17
Winter in Japan – an Armchair Travel program
Mercer Community Center
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Gary and Ginny Theisen share photographs from a mid-winter trip to far northern Japan last February. They will talk about their experiences and share photos of their encounters with wildlife and discuss how their images of people, architecture and food provide insights into the culture. Free admission,
mercerpubliclibrary.org

Wednesday, Sept. 18
Bingo
Mercer Community Center
6 p.m. doors open; bingo at 7 p.m.
Join in for a night of friends and fun, weekly on Wednesday. Food and drinks available.
715-476-0283 or 715-476-2564

Open Trap
Northwoods Shooting Range
5 p.m., Wednesdays into September
Sponsored by Northwoods Wildlife and Wetlands Club. Shoot for fun; all skill levels welcome. www.nwawc.com

Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Mercercc.com

Friday. Sept. 20
Cribbage
Mercer Senior Center, 2518 Martha Lake Road
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Played each Friday.
Call 715-476-0430 or 175-476-3511 if interested in joining

Saturday, Sept. 21
Fall Celebration and Fundraiser
Mercer Public Library and community center
5-8:30 p.m.
Full Italian dinner, wine, raffles, live and silent auctions. Proceeds benefit the library. $30/$35 at the door.
mercercc.com or 715-476-2366

Yoga for Bookworms
Great Northern Hotel banquet room
9-10 a.m.
Sixty minutes of gentle yoga with all proceeds to support the Mercer Public Library. All skill levels welcome. Held in conjunction with the library’s fall celebration. $15. Register in advance.
northernfireyoga.com

Tuesday, Sept. 24
Brazilian Rhythm and Music
Mercer Public Library
1-2:30
Catch the rhythm of the urban lifestyle in Brazil with Paulo Padilha and Bando. Padilha is a master musician and educator who specializes in workshops for all ages. Free to attend.
mercerpubliclibrary.org

Wednesday, Sept. 25
Bingo
Mercer Community Center
6 p.m. doors open; bingo at 7 p.m.
Join in for a night of friends and fun, weekly on Wednesday. Food and drinks available.
715-476-0283 or 715-476-2564

Open Trap
Northwoods Shooting Range
5 p.m., Wednesdays into September
Sponsored by Northwoods Wildlife and Wetlands Club. Shoot for fun; all skill levels welcome. www.nwawc.com

Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Mercercc.com

Friday, Sept. 27
Coffee and Coloring
Mercer Public Library
2-4 p.m.
A relaxing afternoon of coffee and coloring, Bring your own paper craft projects or use the library’s coloring sheets and supplies. All are welcome.
mercerpubliclibrary.org

Cribbage
Mercer Senior Center, 2518 Martha Lake Road
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Played each Friday.
Call 715-476-0430 or 175-476-3511 if interested in joining

Monday, Sept. 30
American Antiques: 1700-1950
Mercer Public Library
10 a.m.-noon
Class also held Oct. 3 and Oct. 10. Gain a better understanding of the many categories of antiques, how to tell if it is authentic and much more. $30.
715-561-3098

Minocqua area events

Monday-Friday
Northwoods Wildlife Center Tours
Northwoods Wildlife Center, 8683 S. Blumenstein Rd
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Learn about resident wildlife at a working wildlife hospital. Tours are free, donations appreciated.
Northwoodswildlifecenter.org, 715-356-7400

Friday, Sept. 13
Country Rocks Autism
Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park, Harshaw
11:30 a.m. doors open
Two-day benefit concert for autism. Featuring Chris Kroeze, Mo Pitney, Natalie Murphy and more.
minocqua.org or 715-358-2265

Saturday, Sept. 14
Craft Bazaar & Scandinavian Bake Sale
Calvary Lutheran Church, Minocqua
8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Handmade quilts, handcrafted clothing and décor, bake sale including lefse, krumkake, rosettes, almond pastries, limpa bread and more. Lunch available.
715-356-5080

Country Rocks Autism
Bonnie & Clyde Gangster Park, Harshaw
11:30 a.m. doors open
Two-day benefit concert for autism. Featuring Brian Howe, Bobby Friss, Whitehouse Players and more.
minocqua.org or 715-358-2265

Autumn on Main Street & Fall Harvest Fest
Lake Tomahawk
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
More than 50 vendors; food, crafts, vegetables, flowers, thrifty finds and more. Vendors located along Hwy 47 businesses. Children’s activities at Snowshoe Park.
laketomahawkwi.org

Wednesday, Sept. 18
Lakeland Art League All Day Open Studio
Minocqua Community Building, 415 Menominee, Minocqua.
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free for members and community. Bring artwork currently in progress or that needs a little help. Anyone interested in the arts is welcome.
[email protected] or visit lakelandartleague.weebly.com

Lakeland Area Republican Women’s Club
Minocqua Country Club
11:30 a.m.
Social time followed by lunch. Guest speaker is Brett Woller with Duffy for Wisconsin who will talk about “The Big Picture.” Call Kathleen Bennett for lunch reservations by Monday, Sept. 16
715-356-9921

Fiber Friends
Minocqua Public Library
Noon-3p.m.
Informal group that meets weekly on Wednesday to create and learn, and share conversation.
Minocqualibrary.org

Lakeland Photography Club
Minocqua Public Library
6 p.m.
All are invited to attend monthly meetings (March through Nov.), third Wednesday. Also enjoy ongoing photo exhibit in the reading room, featuring works by various club members.
minocqualibrary.org

Thursday, Sept. 19
Prayer Traditions
Marywood Spirituality Center
6-8 p.m.
“Centering Prayer, Examen, and Lectio Divina.” Learn about and be renewed by these age old prayer traditions and make them part of your life. $15. Register by Monday, Sept. 16.
marywoodsc.org

Friday, Sept. 20
Book Club
Marywood Spirituality Center
8-10 a.m.
Facilitated by Anita Beska, FSPA and Marla Lang, FSPA. Call 715-385-3706 for the book of the month.

Monastery Lunch
Marywood Spirituality Center
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Nourish your body with a hearty soup and homemade bread while nourishing your spirit with spiritual reading and Gregorian chant. Bring a robe to wear. $15/register by Sept. 16
marywoodsc.org

Saturday, Sept. 21
Oktoberfest
Rondele Ranch, Harshaw
4-11 p.m.
Multiple bands, authentic German food, chainsaw carving and more. $5 per person.
rondeleranch.com

Teen Book Club
Minocqua Public Library
11 a.m.
Join the teen book club, meet new friends, share ideas and have fun. Come to all the meetings or just those you can attend. Ages 13 and up. This month’s book is “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury.
minocqualibrary.org

Wednesday, Sept. 25
Lakeland Art League All Day Open Studio
Minocqua Community Building, 415 Menominee, Minocqua.
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free for members and community. Bring artwork currently in progress or that needs a little help. Anyone interested in the arts is welcome.
[email protected] or visit lakelandartleague.weebly.com

Fiber Friends
Minocqua Public Library
Noon-3p.m.
Informal group that meets weekly on Wednesday to create and learn, and share conversation.
minocqualibrary.org

Thursday, Sept. 26
September Paint Party
Dillman’s Bay Resort
6:30-9 p.m.
Artist David R. Becker will instruct and entertain participants through step-by-step painting of a selected scene. $49 includes all supplies plus coffee and appetizers. Non artists and artists age 18 and older welcome.
7152-588-3143 or dillmans.com

Brian Wicklund and the Barley Jacks
Campanile Center for the Arts
7 p.m.
Virtuosity, magic and a little danger combine to make every performance unique. Tickets available in advance.
campanilecenter.org

Saturday, Sept. 28
Beef-A-Rama
Downtown Minocqua
8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Beef roasters begin cooking their signature beef before dawn then parade their roasts downtown. Festival-goers dress in cow-themed costumes, participate in beef-eating contests, enjoy live music and stroll the Prime Choice craft show.
minocqua.org

Rump Roast Run
Torpy Park, Minocqua
9-11 a.m.
5k and 10 k run plus kids 1-mile race. Winners receive beef roasts.
blueravenproductions.com

Tuesday, Oct. 8
Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver
Lakeland Union High School
7 p.m.
Acclaimed performer Jim Curry performs John Denver’s most beloved music. Tickets available in advance; also by season subscription.
lakelandperformingarts.org

St. Germain Area Events

Saturday, Sept. 14
SepTimber Ride
Tribute Brewing, Eagle River
8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Horse ride from Eagle River to Three Lakes or a 50K loop.
www.ghtrails.org

Sunday, Sept. 15
Woods & Water Paddle Races
Lynn Ann’s Campground, St. Germain
9 a.m. Registration
5K and 7 mile kayak or SUP races on Big St. Germain Lake and St. Germain River. Race begins at 10 a.m. Proceeds benefit the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
www.st-germain.com

Monday, Sept. 16
Cranberry Marsh Tours
Lake Nokomis Cranberries, Eagle River
11 a.m, noon, 2 p.m.
Free tours of the farm offered Monday through Saturday. Larger groups call in advance. lakenokomiscranberries.com

Bingo
St. Germain Community Center
7-9 p.m.
Join in Monday nights for an evening of family fun. Ten games played nightly with $1,000 in prize money, door prizes and 50/50 raffle. Food available for purchase.
www.st-germain.com

Wednesday, Sept. 18
Bingo
St. Germain Community Center
7-9 p.m.
Join in Monday nights for an evening of family fun. Ten games played nightly with $1,000 in prize money, door prizes and 50/50 raffle. Food available for purchase.
www.st-germain.com

Saturday, Sept. 21
Colorama
St. Germain Community Park
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Celebrate beautiful fall colors and bountiful harvest with a craft show and farmers market, wagon rides, pumpkin painting, entertainment, food and beverages.
www.st-germain.com

Helo and Stitch 5K Run/Walk
St. Germain Community Park
11 a.m.
Pet-friendly fundraiser for Vilas County Sheriff’s K9 program. Information on registering at st-germain.com.

Pints in the Park
St. Germain Community Park
Noon-4 p.m.
Sample regional microbrews at this beer tasting event held in conjunction with Colorama. Tickets on sale on site.
www.st-germain.com

Monday, Sept. 23
Bingo
St. Germain Community Center
7-9 p.m.
Join in Monday nights for an evening of family fun. Ten games played nightly with $1,000 in prize money, door prizes and 50/50 raffle. Food available for purchase.
www.st-germain.com

Wednesday, Sept. 25
Bingo
St. Germain Community Center
7-9 p.m.
Join in Monday nights for an evening of family fun. Ten games played nightly with $1,000 in prize money, door prizes and 50/50 raffle. Food available for purchase.
www.st-germain.com

Monday, Sept. 30
Bingo
St. Germain Community Center
7-9 p.m.
Join in Monday nights for an evening of family fun. Ten games played nightly with $1,000 in prize money, door prizes and 50/50 raffle. Food available for purchase.
www.st-germain.com