Community Events Dec. 24-Jan. 5
Tuesday, Dec. 24
Single Jingle: 2:30 p.m., Seventh Day Adventist Church School, Rhinelander. Christmas dinner at 4 p.m. and fellowship for Northwoods singles, sponsored by Drag N Fly Ministry and Seventh Day Adventist Church. RSVP by Dec. 20, 715-252-7874.
Wednesday, Dec. 25
Community Christmas Dinner: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Nativity of Our Lord Church, Rhinelander. All are welcome. Rapid Cab to provide transportation if needed. Home delivery available, call 715-490-1899 or 715-362-6534 before Dec. 24. Volunteers to help serve can call 715-490-1899.
Thursday, Dec. 26
Men Connecting through Grief: 1-3 p.m., the last Thursday of every month, Ascension at Home office, 111 E. Davenport St., Rhinelander. All men who have experienced the death of a loved one invited to join others in ongoing opportunity to get support for their grief through special meetings focused on men only. Free to attend; for information call 800-643-4663.
Games Day: 1-2:30 p.m., Thursdays at the ADRC, Rhinelander. Games available include Boggle, Chess, Hunting & Fishing Trivia, Mexican Train, Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, Uno, Farkle, Rummicub and Yahtzee. 715-369-6304.
Parent/Tot Time: 10 a.m., Thursdays, Rhinelander District Library. Twenty-minute program for ages two to three-and-a-half accompanied by an adult. Also Story Time at 10 a.m., Thursdays, Rhinelander District Library. A 40-minute program for ages three-and-a-half to six. Children gather for a simple craft following programs. 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.
No-School Holiday Special: Through Jan. 4, open hours at the Rhinelander District Library. On Your Own Science Fun. A variety of gadgets and STEM activities available to experiment with in the children’s department. 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.
Spheros: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Demmer Memorial Library. Discover the new technology of spheros, programmable robot balls designed to inspire creativity and curiosity through coding and play. 715-546-3391.
Fatbikes by Candlelight: 6-8:30 p.m., LAMBO Zip Trail, Minocqua. Lakeland Area Mountain Bike Organization volunteers groomed and will light candles along the trails. Guided rides available, fatbike demos, bonfire, hot drinks. Open to all; free to attend, donations welcome. minocqua.org.
NAMI Northern Lakes: 6-8 p.m., fourth Tuesday of the month, lower level of Trinity Lutheran Church in Rhinelander. Local chapter of National Alliance on Mental Illness. Monthly meetings for anyone affected by mental illness, consumers or family members. For more information, call 715-420-1700 or Mick, 715-369-4740.
Friday, Dec. 27
No-School Holiday Special: 2-3:40 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. Popcorn and a Movie: “Toy Story 4,” (PG) will be shown. Freshly popped popcorn will be served. Free admission. 715-365-1070.
Free Family Play Day: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., North Lakeland Discovery Center. Part of the Marvel in Manitowish Waters. Free drop in activities for the whole family, scavenger hunts, snow critter building, sleigh rides and more. 715-543-2085 or discoverycenter.net.
Open Skate: Noon-2 p.m., Rhinelander Ice Arena, every Friday through March. $3 per skater plus rental if needed. Confirm schedule at rhinelanderice.com.
Card Club: 1-3 p.m., ADRC, Rhinelander. Play 500, Bridge, Pinochle or other games. Refreshments served; $1 annual fee plus 50 cents per week. 715-369-6304.
Euchre: 9- 11:30 a.m., ADRC, Rhinelander, Fridays. Euchre is a plain-trick game for four players in fixed partnerships. The object is to win at least three of the five tricks – with an extra bonus for winning all five. 715-369-6304.
Gentle Fitness Class: 9:30-10:30 a.m., ADRC, Rhinelander, Wednesdays and Fridays. Group class with seated and standing exercises. Free to attend. 715-369-6304.
Saturday, Dec. 28
Open Skate Saturdays: 6-7:30 p.m., Rhinelander Ice Arena. $3 to skate, $3 for rentals. Every Saturday until Jan. 4, 2020. rhinelanderice.com.
Personal Essentials Pantry (PEP): Last Saturday, monthly, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. First United Methodist Church, 724 Arbutus St., Rhinelander. Personal items for people in need. New clients should bring documentation of food pantry, WIC, BadgerCare or Food Share program participation.
Indoor Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays at YMCA of the Northwoods, Rhinelander. Fresh and healthy choices. Products sold include eggs, root crops and mixed vegetables, apples, jams, jellies, salsa, cheese, homemade breads and more. For more information, call 715-362-9622.
Escape Room for Teens: 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Demmer Memorial Library, Three Lakes. Delve into mind games and puzzles to see if you have what it takes to escape the Demmer Break Out Room. Register by calling 715-546-3391.
Chill Out 2019: 1-3 p.m., Thirsty Whale, Minocqua. Jump into freezing water of Lake Minocqua benefitting Children’s Miracle Network. $35 pledge required. minocqua.org.
Annual Candlelight Ski: 6-8 p.m., community ski trails by Rhinelander High School. Hosted by Rhinelander Nordic Ski Club. Free family fun. Demonstration skis available, cookies and hot chocolate. Rhinelanderchamber.com/events.
Warm for Winter: 10 a.m.-noon, Friendly Village, Rhinelander. All sizes and types of clothing, footwear and bedding. Everyone is welcome to bring a bag to fill. No income restrictions, no questions. 715-362-7157.
Sunday, Dec. 29
Community Open Swim: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Heck Family Community Pool, RHS. Free and open to all. Children under 10 must be with an adult. rhinelander.k12.wi.us/community.
Monday, Dec. 30
No-School Holiday Special: Through Jan. 4, open hours at the Rhinelander District Library. On Your Own Science Fun. A variety of gadgets and STEM activities available to experiment with in the children’s department. 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.
No-School Holiday Special: 2-2:45 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. Jennifer Marshall from Northwoods Pets will share “Usual and Unusual Pets.” 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.
The Table, a Free Community Meal: 5:30 p.m., St. Augustine Episcopal Church, 39 S. Pelham St. This month’s host is Immanuel Lutheran Church. The meal is served to anyone and everyone. There are no restrictions or requirements. For information, call St. Augustine’s at 715-420-0066.
No-School Holiday Special: Through Jan. 4, open hours at the Rhinelander District Library. On Your Own Science Fun. A variety of gadgets and STEM activities available to experiment with in the children’s department. 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.
Tuesday, Dec. 31
Crafter’s Circle: 1 p.m., Tuesdays, ADRC Center, Rhinelander. December projects continue with wood projects; a decorated wood star hanging with a candle, fabric covered wood trees and wood slice wreath. 715-369-6304.
Red Hot New Year’s Eve: 4 p.m., Woodruff Town Hall. Family fun celebration, Horse-drawn wagon rides, sledding, ice skating. Fireworks at 7 p.m. Food and drink for purchase. minocqua.org.
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].
Uke Club: 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, YMCA of the Northwoods. Beginners welcome; do not have to be a Y member. 715-362-9622.
Masquerade New Year’s Eve Bash: 7 p.m.-1 a.m., Rondele Ranch, Harshaw. Semi-formal attire and a mask set the tone for a celebration. Ligh hors d’oeuvres provided and champagne toast. Music. $25 tickets available at Rondele Ranch FB page.
Thursday, Jan. 2
No-School Holiday Special: 2-2:45 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. Stories for older children. Grades kindergarten through third are invited to join Mr. Tom for stories, a short movie and more. 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.
Games Day: 1- 2:30 p.m., Thursdays at the ADRC, Rhinelander. Games available at the Center include Boggle, Chess, Hunting & Fishing Trivia, Mexican Train (Dominos-type of game), Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, Uno, Farkle, Rummicub, and Yahtzee. 715-369-6304.
Northwoods Memory Cafe: 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Gathering place for those with early stage dementia, mild memory loss or cognitive impairment and care partners. Refreshments, games, music. Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, 21 Timber Dr., Rhinelander. No registration, no charge. 715-362-5910 for information. Held first Thursday every month.
Friday, Jan. 3
No-School Holiday Special: 2-3:58 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. Popcorn & a Movie, “Lion King” (PG). Freshly popped popcorn will be served; free to attend. 715-365-1070.
Open Skate: Noon-2 p.m., Rhinelander Ice Arena, every Friday through March. $3 per skater plus rental if needed. Confirm schedule at rhinelanderice.com.
Card Club: 1-3 p.m., ADRC, Rhinelander. Play 500, Bridge, Pinochle or other games. Refreshments served; $1 annual fee plus 50 cents per week. 715-369-6304.
Euchre: 9- 11:30 a.m., ADRC, Rhinelander, Fridays. Euchre is a plain-trick game for four players in fixed partnerships. The object is to win at least three of the five tricks – with an extra bonus for winning all five. 715-369-6304.
Gentle Fitness Class: 9:30-10:30 a.m., ADRC, Rhinelander, Wednesdays and Fridays. Group class with seated and standing exercises. Free to attend. 715-369-6304.
Saturday, Jan. 4
Re-Tale Shop: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 25 Rives Street, next to the Rhinelander District Library. Used books and more. Open Tuesdays and the first Saturday. Run by the Friends of the Rhinelander District Library.
Indoor Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays at YMCA of the Northwoods, Rhinelander. Fresh and healthy choices. Products sold include eggs, root crops and mixed vegetables, apples, jams, jellies, salsa, cheese, homemade breads and more. For more information, call 715-362-9622.
Treehaven New Year Ski: 10 a.m.-noon. Learn basics of cross country skiing and explore Treehaven’s groomed trails. Bonfire, hot chocolate. Space is limited; register by Dec. 27. $5 or $10 with ski rental. Register at uwsp.edu/treehaven (public programs). 715-453-4106.
Sunday, Jan. 5
Community Open Swim: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Heck Family Community Pool, RHS. Free and open to all. Children under 10 must be with an adult. rhinelander.k12.wi.us/community.
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