Upcoming area events including some holiday fun
Boulder Junction Area Events
Monday, Nov. 11
Veterans Day Memorial Service
Veterans Memorial Triangle
11 a.m.
boulderjct.org
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, Nov. 12
Fall Trivia
Aqualand Alehouse
7-8:30 p.m., Tuesdays
Teams of up to six players. Weekly contests, prizes.
aqualandalehouse.com
Saturday, Nov. 16
Great Shopping Escape
Downtown and community center
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Shop, dine, pamper and shop!
boulderjct.org
Monday, Nov. 25
Mah Jongg
Boulder Junction Library
1-4 p.m., Mondays
Traditional Chinese game, played by four people around a square table using tiles. Beginners welcome; bring your set if you have one.
715-385-2050 or bouldjunctionlibrary.org
Friday, Nov. 29
31st Annual Christmas Walk
Boulder Junction
5-8 p.m.
Lighting of the town, Santa and Mrs. Claus, sleigh rides and treat.
boulderjct.org
Lioness Christmas Craft Fair and Cash Raffle
Community center
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Crafters selling handmade items, lunch by the Lioness, drawing for cash raffle at 2 p.m.
Sue Gleason, 715-892-2784
Cookie Walk
Acorn Lodge
5-7:30 p.m.
Hosted by the Friends of the Boulder Junction Library. Cookies and candy.
Builderjunction.wislib.org
Friday, Nov. 30
Christmas Walk Kids Day
Community Center
10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Christmas shopping house, activities and lunch with Santa.
boulderjct.org
Monday, Dec. 2
Mah Jongg
Boulder Junction Library
1-4 p.m., Mondays
Traditional Chinese game, played by four people around a square table using tiles. Beginners welcome; bring your set if you have one.
715-385-2050 or bouldjunctionlibrary.org
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Knitting Club
Boulder Junction Public Library
10 a.m.-noon
Meets first and third Wednesday of the month. Bring a project to work on; for all skill levels
boulderjct.org
Books & Brews
Aqualand Ale House
7-8:30 p.m.
Monthly book club, first Wednesday of the month. Book discussion, appetizers, dinner and drinks.
Boulderjunction.wislib.org
Manitowish Waters Area Events
Tuesday, Nov. 12
Stitch in Time
Community Center
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Open to crafters of any sort, or just observe. Come and go as you please. Second and fourth Tuesdays.
715-543-8372
Wednesday, Nov. 13
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 welcome.
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
Thursday, Nov. 14
Sip and Swipe
Koller Memorial Library
11 a.m.
Tutorial program for anyone interested in learning about owning and using a tablet. Intermediate. Free.
715-543-2700
Nibbles & Knowledge
North Lakeland Discover Center
5-7 p.m.
Discovering Manitowish Waters’ Unique Environmental Legacy. Register in advance.
discovercenter.net or 715-543-2085
Tuesday, Nov. 19
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
Wednesday, Nov. 20
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 welcome.
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
Thursday, Nov. 21
Sip and Swipe
Koller Memorial Library
11 a.m.
Tutorial program for anyone interested in learning about owning and using a tablet. Advanced. Free.
715-543-2700
Deer Camp Pie Auction
Rustic Roadhaus
6 p.m.
Manitowish Waters Lioness Club’s annual event. To Benefit six-year0old Lelyn Schmidt. Pie preview 5:30 p.m.
manitowishwaters.org
Saturday, Nov. 23
Felted Gift Workshop
North Lakeland Discovery Center
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Create colorful Christmas gifts with wool fibers. Basic needle felting techniques, advanced. $45/Register by Nov. 20.
discoverycenter.net
Tuesday, Nov. 26
Stitch in Time
Community Center
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Open to crafters of any sort, or just observe. Come and go as you please. Second and fourth Tuesdays.
715-543-8372
Friday, Nov. 29
Gobble Wobble 5K/8K Run/Walk
Athletic Center
8:30 a.m.
Meet at the MAC to begin the race along bike paths in town. $5/single, $10/family. Benefits Camp Jorn.
manitowishwaters.org
Tuesday, Dec. 3
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
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Knowledge at Noon
Presque Isle Community Library
Noon-1 p.m.
Hidden Lake Creatures, part two. Learn about critters that play vital roles in lakes that are “hidden.”
discovercenter.net
Thursday, Dec. 5
Build a Winter Wreath
North Lakeland Discovery Center
5-7 p.m.
Construct a 24-inch outdoor wreath using conifers and decorations. Register before Dec. 3. $35/wreath.
discoverycenter.net
Mercer area Events
Tuesday-Wednesday, Nov. 12-13
Winter Birds of the Northwoods
Mercer Public Library
1-3 p.m.
Join naturalist Annie McDonnell to discuss winter bird species and improving habitat. Nov. 13, 1-4 p.m. will be a field trip hike to observe birds. $25, register in advance.
715-561-3098 or feuniversity.org
Wednesday, Nov. 13
BadgerTalk: The UW-Madison Archives and the Vietnam Era
Mercer Library
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Historian Troy Reeves uses the university’s written, photographic and audio collection to tell the story of the turbulent 1960s and early 1970s. Free to attend.
mercerlibrary.org
Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
mercercc.com
Friday, Nov. 15
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, Nov. 16
Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
mercercc.com
Monday, Nov. 18
Knitters Group
Mercer Public Library
9 a.m.-noon
Gather with other knitters to work on projects and share tips; first and third Mondays.
Mercercc.com
Nov. 18-27
Wisconsin Remembers: A Face for Every Name
Mercer Library
During open hours
Part of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum’s Traveling Exhibit Program.
715-476-2366 or mercerpubliclibrary.org
Wednesday, Nov. 20
Grown-Up Story Hour
Liberty Way Tap House
6-7 p.m.
Hosted by the Mercer Library. Listen to short stories, essays and poetry with volunteer readers. Drinks available for purchase. Free to attend.
mercerpubliclibrary.org
Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
mercercc.com
Friday, Nov. 22
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.
Identity Theft: Protect and Prevent
Mercer Library
2-3 p.m.
Learn about the different types of identity theft, how to recognize and prevent it. Free.
mercerpubliclibrary.org
Saturday, Nov. 23
Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
mercercc.com
Wednesday, Nov. 27
Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
mercercc.com
Friday, Nov. 29
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 & Color
Mercer Public Library
2-4 p.m.
Second and last Fridays of the month. Coloring supplies provided or bring your own. All are welcome. Free.
715-476-2366 or mercercc.com
Saturday, Nov. 30
Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
mercercc.com
Gun Raffle Drawing
Liberty Way Tap House, Mercer
5-10 p.m.
Mercer Fire Department’s annual gun raffle drawing party. Winners drawn at 8 p.m.
mercercc.com
Monday, Dec. 2
Knitters Group
Mercer Public Library
9 a.m.-noon
Gather with other knitters to work on projects and share tips; first and third Mondays.
Mercercc.com
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Mercer Community Pickleball
Mercer Community Center
3-6 p.m.
Participate in this fast-growing sport. Weekly on Wednesdays and Sundays.
mercercc.com
Saturday, Dec. 7
Wreathing of Claire d’Loon
Mercer Chamber of Commerce
4-7 p.m.
Help Claire don a holiday wreath, then join the chamber staff in lighting the outdoor tree.
mercercc.com
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
Tuesday, Nov. 12
Lakeland Area Genealogical Society
Minocqua Public Library
1 p.m.
Group of local genealogists with varying interests and degrees of experience in researching their family histories meet second Tuesday monthly. Guests always welcome.
Minocqualibrary.org
Wednesday, Nov. 13
Prime Time Trio
Lakeland Union High School
7 p.m.
Lakeland Performing Arts Association Concert Series
Lakelandperformingarts.com
Lakeland Art League Open Studio
Minocqua Community Building, 415 Menominee, Minocqua.
Noon-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
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.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Twisted Stitchers
Minocqua Public Library
1-3 p.m.
Meet Thursdays to work on your own projects or make hats, scarves, etc. for charity.
minocqualibrary.org
Friday, Nov. 15
Salute to Glen Campbell
Campanile Center for the Arts, Minocqua
7 p.m.
Former bandleader for Glen Campbell, Jeff Dayton, performs Glen’s hits. $28/in advance; $35 door; $15 students.
campanilecenter.org or 715-356-9700
Saturday, Nov. 16
Ski and Winter Gear Swap and Sale
Lakeland Union High School
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Fundraiser benefits Lakeland Nordic Ski Team. Many winter-related items; local and regional ski shop reps, demos, bake sale, raffles.
minocqua.org
Vic Ferrari Symphony on the Rocks
Lake of the Torches Casino
7 p.m.
A 26-piece symphony playing pop, rock and country hits. $25, must be at least age 18 with ID.
lakeofthetorches.com
Discernment: Turning Toward the Spirit
Marywood Spirituality Center
8-10 a.m.
A workshop to equip you with prayerful and practical ways to help you better discern. $30 or $45 with a book. Register by Nov. 11.
marywoodsc.org
Tabletop Gametime
Minocqua Public Library
1-3 p.m.
Stop in to play board games and do puzzles. Recommended for school age kids and their families.
minocqualibrary.org
Tuesday, Nov. 19
Identity Theft: Protect and Prevent
Minocqua Public Library
6 p.m.
Join agency liaison for the Bureau of Consumer Protection Jeff Kersten as he talks about fraud alerts and security freezes and provide tips for safeguarding person information.
minocqualibrary.org
Praying on Unknown Paths
Marywood Spirituality Center
9:30-11:30 a.m.
What happens in life when we don’t know which way to go or which way to pray? Register by Nov. 14, $15.
marywoodsc.org
Wednesday, Nov. 20
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
Lakeland Art League Morning Open Studio
Minocqua Community Building, 415 Menominee, Minocqua.
8 a.m.-1 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.
Thursday, Nov. 21
Twisted Stitchers
Minocqua Public Library
1-3 p.m.
Meet Thursdays to work on your own projects or make hats, scarves, etc. for charity.
minocqualibrary.org
Friday, Nov. 22
The Waters Holiday Market
The Waters of Minocqua
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Local craft and vendor show. Free to attend.
minocqua.org or 715-358-4000
Saturday, Nov. 23
The Waters Holiday Market
The Waters of Minocqua
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Local craft and vendor show. Free to attend.
minocqua.org or 715-358-4000
Tuesday, Nov. 26
Interactive Movie, “Elf”
Minocqua Public Library
4 p.m.
Sing, dance, yell, eat, burp and even throw “snowballs” during different parts of the movie. Recommended for older children and families
minocqualibrary.org
Wednesday, Nov. 27
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, Nov. 28
Minocqua Turkey Trot
Torpy Park, Minocqua
9-11 a.m.
Second annual 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving. $25/advance, $30 day of, family rate available.
minocqua.org
Friday, Nov. 29
Native American Casino Pool Tour
Lake of the Torches Casino
Free for spectators or sign up a team to play.
drpool.net
Saturday, Nov. 30
Christmas in Minocqua
Downtown
Noon-4 p.m.
Santa arrives on horse-drawn wagon for pictures, carols and official lighting of the Christmas tree 4 p.m. at Veterans Park and more.
minocqua.org
Sunday, Dec. 1
Singing the Music of our Yearning Hearts
Marywood Spirituality Center
4:30-6 p.m.
On the first Sunday of Advent, sing and reflect on the music of Advent from cultures around the world. $15/Register by Nov. 29.
marywoodsc.org
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Lakeland Art League All Day Open Studio
Minocqua Community Building, 415 Menominee, Minocqua.
8 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.
Thursday, Dec. 5
Death Café
Marywood Spirituality Center
9:30-11:30 a.m.
An open, respectful and confidential space to express views and beliefs or ask questions about death. Register by Dec. 2.
marywoodsc.org
Saturday, Dec. 7
John Mueller’s Winter Dance Party
Lake of the Torches Casino
7 p.m.
Official live tribute to Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper’s final tour.
lakeofthetorches.com
St. Germain Area Events
Monday, Nov. 11
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.
st-germain.com
Saturday, Nov. 30
Jungle Bell Fun Run
St. Germain Chamber office
4 p.m. race time
Fun run/walk followed by Light Up St. Germain holiday parade and tree lighting.
st-germain.com
Lighting Up St. Germain
Downtown
2-7 p.m.
Start the holiday with shopping, free wagon rides, parade and tree lighting. Free to attend.
st-germain.com
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