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Events and happenings in the Rhinelander area this week

Tuesday, Oct. 11
Storytime at the Dome: 10 a.m., Hodag Dome. Join the Rhinelander District Library Children’s Department for stories, flannels, songs and fun. rhinelanderlibrary.org.
Walk-In Paper Shredding: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesdays at Headwaters, Inc. Confidential shredding .50/pound, cash or check. Pull up to door No. 7 for assistance. For more information, headwatersinc.org or 715-369-1337.
Re-Tale Shop: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays. Used books and more, at 25 Rives Street, next to the library. Hosted by the Friends of the Rhinelander District Library.

GFWC Rhinelander Woman’s Club: 11:30 a.m., Cabaret Cove. Monthly meeting. Speakers will be Rhinelander School Superintendent Eric Burke and Business Manager Bob Tom who will speak on the upcoming school referendum. Cindy, 715-684-9574.
Acrylic Painting Fundraiser: 5-7 p.m., Dinky Diner in Rhinelander. Learn to paint with artist Robin Harrison. $30, all supplies provided; benefit for Frederick Place. Register at 715-369-9777.

Wednesday, Oct. 12
Northwoods Low Vision Lunch Club: 11:30 a.m., Holiday Café, Woodruff. Second Wednesday of the month. Join area visually impaired/blind individuals for casual lunch and conversation, resources, tips and stories. New members and their sighted supporters welcome. Jan, upnorthjan@frontier.com.
Nicolet College Blood Drive: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Lakeside Center commons. Schedule an appointment at kebrooks@nicoletcollege.edu or visit communityblood.org/donor, sponsor code ON19. Free Community Blood Center T-shirt for all presenting donors.

Northwoods Economic Summit: 8 a.m., Nicolet College Lakeside Center. Free to attend. Features town hall meeting with guest speakers, discussions on workforce trends, economic development and more. Register at tinyurl.com/northwoods2022.
Line Dancing: 6-8 p.m., at The Haven. Every Wednesday. For more information, call Diane, 715-282-5226.

Thursday, Oct. 13
Online Storytime: 10 a.m., Rhinelander Library Facebook page. A short but fun-filled storytime, includes a story, flannel, action rhyme and more. Join the fun! rhinelanderlibrary.org.
Rhinelander TOPS: 10 a.m. First Congregation Church, Rhinelander. Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Weigh-in followed by short meeting. TOPS.org or 715-420-1814.

LAMBO Group Ride: 6-7 p.m., Zip Trails, 7849 US-51 Minocqua. Weekly ride. Visit LAMBO Riders Facebook page or lamboriders.org for more information.
Ukelele Group: 3-4 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church in Rhinelander. Do some pickin’ and grinning. For more information, Bev, 608-697-4394.
Vaccination Clinic: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Grace Foursquare Church Rhinelander. COVID-19 booster (Free) and seasonal influenza shots ($40) offered by Oneida County Health Department and AMI. Several insurances accepted. 715-369-6111.

Friday, Oct. 14
Minocqua Farmers Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Producers-only market features produce and agricultural products from eight surrounding counties. minocquafarmersmarket.com.

Vaccination Clinic: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Grace Foursquare Church Rhinelander. COVID-19 booster (Free) and seasonal influenza shots ($40) offered by Oneida County Health Department and AMI. Several insurances accepted. 715-369-6111.

Saturday, Oct. 15
Hodag Farmers Market: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturdays through mid-October at Pioneer Park. All goods sold are produced locally by the person selling them. More information and harvest schedule at hodagfarmersmarket.com.
Vaccination Clinic: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Grace Foursquare Church Rhinelander. COVID-19 booster (Free) and seasonal influenza shots ($40) offered by Oneida County Health Department and AMI. Several insurances accepted. 715-369-6111.
Dungeons and Dragons: 10 a.m.-noon, Demmer Library, Three Lakes. Teens are invited to slay dragons, fight goblins and never have to leave the safety of their chair. librarian@demmerlibrary.org for more information.

Sunday, Oct. 16
Packer Party: Noon kick off, Woodpecker bar and grill. Watch the Pack take on the Jets. Basket, 50/50 raffles. Proceeds benefit NATH-Frederick Place. 715-369-9777 or nathnorthwoods.com.

Monday, Oct. 17
Pumpkin Carving Contest: Rhinelander District Library through Wednesday, Oct. 26. Pick up a pumpkin (donated by Walmart) at the library for a chance to win gift certificates from Culver’s or CT’s Deli. Must be returned by Oct. 26 for judging. One entry per family. 715-365-1070.
University of Notre Dame Men’s Glee Club: 7 p.m., Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Weston. Free concert, open to the public; featuring hymns, rock classics, jazz standards, Irish folk music and more. 715-470-2448.

Al-Anon: 7-8 p.m., Mondays, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 21 W. Timber Dr., Rhinelander. Community resource to support people whose lives are affected by someone else’s drinking. Confidential and anonymous. For more information, 715-539-6757.
Baby Storytime: 10 a.m., Rhinelander District Library meeting room. Stories, songs and playtime to follow. 715-365-1070, ext. 1073

Tuesday, Oct. 18
Coffee and Kids Parent Discussion Group: 10 a.m., Demmer Library, Three Lakes. PMonthly parent-led discussion group to discuss concerns, share stories and ask questions centered around their children. Retired educators will facilitate. 715-546-3391 or demmerlibrary.org.
Crafternoon: 2:30 p.m., Demmer Library, Three Lakes. Registration required. 715-546-3391 or demmer@demmerlibrary.org.

Understanding Alzheimer’s Program: 1-2:30 p.m., ADRC of Oneida County. Educational workshop covering the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia. For more information or to register, contact Julie at 715-352-4091 or jstpierre@alz.org.
Ruby’s Pantry: 4:30-6 p.m. third Tuesday each month; with $25 cash donation, receive an abundance of grocery items. No income requirements. Bring two boxes that can be exchanged when picking up food. Rhinelander National Guard Armory. 715-362-4792 or explorecalvary.com.
Walk-In Paper Shredding: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesdays at Headwaters, Inc. Confidential shredding .50/pound, cash or check. Pull up to door No. 7 for assistance. For more information, headwatersinc.org or 715-369-1337.
Re-Tale Shop: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Tuesdays. Used books and more, at 25 Rives Street, next to the library. Hosted by the Friends of the Rhinelander District Library.

Wednesday, Oct. 19

Hops N’ History: 6 p.m., Rhinelander Brewing Company Tap Room. Matt Carter, executive director of the Dakota County Historical Society will present a program on WWII German Prisoner of War Camps in the U.S., Wisconsin and one located in Rhinelander. Beverages available for purchase. Free to attend; hosted by Rhinelander Historical Society.