Calendar of events

ADRC of Oneida County (For more information, call 715-369-6304)
Tuesdays
Crafter’s Circle: 1 p.m. In February, finish up projects and work on fabric-covered corkboards.
Wednesdays
Gentle Fitness: 9:30 -10:30 a.m. Group class with seated and standing exercise. Free to attend.
Sewing/Needle Arts: 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring quilting or other needlework.
Thursdays
Games Day: 1-2:30 Many word and strategy games available.
Fridays
Euchre: 9-10:30 a.m.
Gentle Fitness: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Group class with seated and standing exercise. Free to attend.
Card Club: 1-3 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 11
Uke Club: 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, YMCA of the Northwoods. Beginners welcome; do not have to be a Y member. 715-362-9622.
Lions Club Bingo: 4:30 p.m., doors open; early bird 6:15 p.m., regular bingo 7 p.m. Rhinelander VFW. Every Tuesday. Food and drinks available. 715-628-0610.
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.
Within YOUR Power: 5-7 p.m., Tuesdays through Feb. 25; eight-week program sponsored by Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Facilitator-led, peer-to-peer support group focusing on building empowerment and connection to aid in the journey of healing. Pre-registration is required by calling Angie at 715-362-6841.
Story Hour: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Demmer Memorial Library, Three Lakes. Books, songs and crafts for preschool age children and caregivers. Free to attend. 715-546-3391 or [email protected]
Wednesday, Feb. 12
Rhinelander Area Retired Educators’ Association: Noon lunch, Riverview Hall, 903 Boyce Dr. Program by Maile Llanos, RHS senior who will address the climate crisis movement. Meeting to follow.
Lakeland Art League: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., all day open studio, Minocqua Community Building. Free for members and community. Bring artwork in progress or that needs a little help. [email protected]
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. Stories, movement, music and play. Through Feb. 26. Rhinelanderlibrary.org.
Uke Club: 1 p.m., Wednesdays, YMCA of the Northwoods. Beginners welcome; do not have to be a Y member. 715-362-9622.
Library Lovers Book Club: 3:30 p.m., Demmer Library Libratory. Meet and discuss a Valentines cozy mystery, share a snack and participate in a craft based on the book discussed. Space is limited to 15. Register at the Demmer library or call 715-546-3391.
Story Hour: 8:30-9:30 a.m., Sugar Camp School 4K room. Books, songs and crafts for preschool age children and caregivers. Free to attend. 715-546-3391 or [email protected]
Thursday, Feb. 13
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.
Friday, Feb. 14
Valentine’s Day Concert: 2-4 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. Jeff Pockat, Gaelic harpist, storyteller and musical historian will perform for the community. Sponsored in part by the Northern Arts Council, hosted by Rhinelander District Library Friends of the Library. 715-365-1070.
Valentines-Aussie Fundraiser Party: 10-11:30 a.m., Oneida County ADRC. Share the love for animals in crisis due to the floods and fires in Australia. Donate $5 or more and take home a little Joey. Proceeds to Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors. Down Under treats and games. 715-369-6304.
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.
Open Topic Support Group: 9:30-11 a.m., Fridays. Led by facilitator from Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Focus on building empowerment and connection to aid in the journey of healing. Pre-registration is required by calling Angie at 715-362-6841.
Saturday, Feb. 15
Second City Comedy Revue: 7:30 p.m., Nicolet College Theater. All new, all-hilarious revue that will leave you laughing until it hurts, starring next generation of comedy superstars. $18 Concessions including beer and wine available for purchase prior to most events. To order tickets, visit nicoletlive.com or call 715- 365-4646.
Comedy Show: 7 p.m., Club 242, lower level of the Rhinelander Masonic Lodge. A night of comedy with Marj Rowan and Chad Filley. Tickets $15 at the door. 715-493-9171.
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.
Climate Crisis Round Table: 2-4 p.m., Vilas County Democratic Party headquarters, 714 Elm St., Woodruff. Moderated by Rob Milburn with special guest, Dr. David Barnhill, Northwoods Climate Action Network. Visit Vilas County Democratic Party Facebook page for more information.
Felt Making – Creating Art with Fleece: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., RHS art room, 134. Learn many ways to work with fleece and needle felting to create works of art. Rhinelander School District Community Ed class #14. $40/Register by Feb. 11 on district website. Call Mike with questions, 715-365-9745.
Trivia Night at Calvary Baptist Church: 6:30 p.m., 320 Lincoln Street. Teams of up to six compete on knowledge of general trivia. Entry fee is $25; cash prizes for top three teams. Preregistration is not required. Proceeds benefit New Dawn Pregnancy Center. 715-362-4792 or explorecalvary.com.
Forsyth Resort Ice Fishing Derby: CANCELED, but Derby Day continues on with fun-time Handcuffed pool tourney, off-ice fish contest and giveaways throughout the day. For more information, call the resort, 715-362-2195.
Meet and Greet Tricia Zunker: 3:30-5:30 p.m., Minocqua Brewing Company, upper level. Hosted by the Vilas County Democrats, meet the candidate for 7th Congressional District. www.vilasdems.com.
Sleds ‘N Jams: 10:30 a.m., registration, B’s Club 107. Presented by Merrill Area Community Rides, this snowmobile ride and poker run to benefit the Plautz and Hommerding families of Merrill. Prizes, cash giveaways, live music. 715-536-8494.
ADRC Sleigh Ride: 3-5 p.m., Woodpecker Bar and Grill. Includes stop in the woods for hot chocolate and cookies by a bon fire. $12/person. Reserve a spot at 715-369-6170 or for more information, 715-369-6304.
Sunday, Feb. 16
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, Feb. 17
Stuffed Animal Sleep Over: Rhinelander District Library. Children may bring a stuffed animal to the library anytime Monday and pick them up the following day. Librarians will be photographing the antics of the stuffed animals during the night and posting them to Facebook for their owners to observe. 715-365-1070, ext. 1073.
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.
Bingo: 7-9 p.m. Mondays at the St. Germain Community Center. Cash prizes awarded and food is available for purchase. For more information visit www.st-germain.com or call 715-477-2205.
Mahjong: 1-4 p.m., Boulder Junction Public Library every Monday. Mahjong is a Chinese game played with tiles by four people around a table. Beginners welcome. Bring a set if you have one. For more information, 715-385-2050
Baby Storytime: 10:15 a.m. Mondays, Rhinelander District Library. Twenty-minute program designed for ages six months to two years; simple stories, fingerplays and music. Social/playtime follows. 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.
Tuesday, Feb. 18
An Evening with Hand-Picked Bluegrass: 7:30 p.m., Nicolet College Theatre. Wisconsin’s Hand-Picked Bluegrass band delivers a show of stellar picking and powerful vocal arrangements. Visit nicoletlive.com for tickets.
Ruby’s Pantry: 5 p.m. Food distribution the THIRD TUESDAY of every month. Registration begins at 4 p.m. Receive an abundance of grocery items for a $20 donation. No income or location restrictions. Located at the Rhinelander National Guard Armory, 1136 Adams Way. For information, 715-362-4792.
Dinner and a Speaker: 6 p.m. dinner and 7 p.m. speaker at Treehaven, Tomahawk. “Natural Connections in the Northwoods,” by naturalist and author Emily Stone. $17/order tickets online at uwsp-edu/cnr-ap/treehaven.
Within YOUR Power: 5-7 p.m., Tuesdays through Feb. 25; eight-week program sponsored by Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Facilitator-led, peer-to-peer support group focusing on building empowerment and connection to aid in the journey of healing. Pre-registration is required by calling Angie at 715-362-6841.
Grief Support Drop-In Group: 1-3 p.m., third Tuesday of the month. Ascension at Home, Rhinelander. Adult gatherings providing support to individuals who have experienced the death of a loved one. No fee, no registration required. Christina Harkness, 800-643-4663.
Daylilies, Jewels of the Summer Garden: 6 p.m., Nicolet College Northwoods Center. Jeanette Kohlbeck takes you beyond ditch lilies with an overview of this popular perennial plant. Hosted by Master Gardeners of the North. Free and open to all. 715-490-0721.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
Business After 5: 5-7 p.m., Al-Gen Supper Club, also hosted by Ripco Credit Union. Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce’s third Wednesday of the month informal business social. Do not have to be a chamber member to attend. 715-365-7464.
Joe Davis Live at ArtStart: 7:30 p.m., ArtStart, Rhinelander. Davis is a nationally touring writer, speaker and performer based in Minneapolis. 715-362-4628 or artstartrhinelander.org.
Oneida County Courthouse Blood Drive: 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact Lindsey Kennedy to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. In partnership with the Community Blood Center. [email protected]
CoVantage Credit Union Annual Meeting: 7 p.m., Antigo High School theatre. To include introduction of board of directors, financial reports, highlights and previews. Prizes, free meal. Covantagecu.org.
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. Stories, movement, music and play. Through Feb. 26. Rhinelanderlibrary.org.
Story Hour: 8:30-9:30 a.m., Sugar Camp School 4K room. Books, songs and crafts for preschool age children and caregivers. Free to attend. 715-546-3391 or [email protected]
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.
Uke Club: 1 p.m., Wednesdays, YMCA of the Northwoods. Beginners welcome; do not have to be a Y member. 715-362-9622.
Thursday, Feb. 20
Grief Support “Side by Side”: 1-2:30 p.m., third Thursday of the month at St. Peter the Fisherman Parish Church, Eagle River. Adult gatherings providing support to individuals who have experienced the death of a loved one. No fee, no registration required. Barbara Schjoeneman, 800-234-3542.
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.
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, Feb. 21
Wausau Area Builders Association Home Show: 3-8 p.m., Central Wisconsin Convention & Expo Center, Rothschild. Over 60 exhibitors. Also open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday.
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.
Open Topic Support Group: 9:30-11 a.m., Fridays. Led by facilitator from Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Focus on building empowerment and connection to aid in the journey of healing. Pre-registration is required by calling Angie at 715-362-6841.
Saturday, Feb. 22
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.
Wausau Area Builders Association Home Show: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Central Wisconsin Convention & Expo Center, Rothschild. Over 60 exhibitors. Also open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday.
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.
Sunday, Feb. 23
Wausau Area Builders Association Home Show: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Central Wisconsin Convention & Expo Center, Rothschild. Over 60 exhibitors.
Indoor Adult Triathlon: 7 a.m., YMCA of the Northwoods. Designed for all levels and abilities. Three waves of participants. $20 /members and $25/general public. Information and registration at 715-362-9622 or the Y’s website.
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