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Saturday, Dec. 9

Home for the Holidays: 7:30 p.m., classically trained jazz singer Desiree Wattelet will perform holiday harmonies at Nicolet College Theater and will be joined by other artists. $10 admission. For more information, call 715-365-4646 or visit www.nicoletlive.com.

Build a Winter Wreath: 10 a.m., North Lakeland Discovery Center. Join Judy from JJ’s Acres to construct a 24-inch outdoor wreath. Cost is $30. Preregister by calling 715-543-2085.

Christmas Memories: 1:30-2 p.m. To help prepare for the holidays following the loss of a loved one. Ecumenical service of scripture, music, poetry and holiday refreshments. Each family will received an ornament with loved one’s name engraved. Carlson Funeral Home, 134 N. Stevens St., Rhinelander. RSVP appreciated to 715-369-1414.

Winter Farmer’s Market: 9 a.m. – noon. Vendors vary weekly; organic apples, eggs, honey, jams, jellies, bread, vegetables, cheese, handmade soaps, lotions, balms. At YMCA of the Northwoods, 2003 E. Winnebago St., Rhinelander. For more information, call 715-362-9622.

Santa’s Open House: 10-11:30 a.m., at Northwoods Community Elementary School. Sponsored by Harshaw Helping Hands Auxiliary. free admission; games and treats for all children 5th grade and younger. Call Barb, 715-282-5956, to register before Dec. 5.

Monday, Dec. 11

Personal Essentials Pantry (PEP): 3:30-5:30 p.m., second Monday monthly, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 724 Arbutus St., Rhinelander. Personal items for people in need. New clients should bring proof of food pantry, WIC, Badger Care or Food Share program. Contact Barb, 715-282-5956 for details.

Baby Story Time: 10:15 a.m. every Monday, 20-minute program at the Rhinelander District Library. Simple stories, fingerplays and music for youngsters age 6 months to 2 years. Call Tom for more information, 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.

Christmas Tea: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. Holiday music by Jan Baer, tea donated by Coffee Beans, Etc., door prizes and treats provided by the Friends of the Library. Come as you are, or in traditional Victorian or Victorian Steampunk garb. For more information, call 715-365-1070.

Tuesday, Dec. 12

Sugar Camp Community Blood Drive: 3-7 p.m., Sugar Camp Town Hall, 4059 Camp 4 Road. Call Mary Schoeneck to schedule an appointment, 715-272-1142.

Rhinelander Woman’s Club-GFWC: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monthly meeting at Hodag Steakhouse. Nicolet Choraliers will perform. Plated lunch available. New members welcome. For more information, contact Cindy Goll, 715-369-1972.

Wednesday, Dec. 13

Project SEARCH Information Night: 6-7 p.m., Rhinelander High School Room 133. Learn about one-year internship program for students with disabilities. In conjunction with Ascension Howard Young Medical Center. For more information, contact Shelley Lehman, 715-365-9500, ext. 8135.

Coping with Grief During the Holiday Season: 2 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. Free program for those who have experienced the death of a loved one, presented by Ascension at Home. Pre-registration appreciated. Call Christina, 800-643-4663 for more information.

Ascension St. Mary’s Blood Drive: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 2251 North Shore Dr., Rhinelander. To schedule an appointment, call 800-280-4102 or visit www.save3lives.org, code ON09.

Thursday, Dec. 14

ArtStart WWI Film Series: 7-9 p.m., final in the series. “Joyeux Noel,” a fictionalized account of an actual Dec. 1914 event when French, British and German troops came out of the trenches to share a moment of Christmas. Donations accepted at the door; cash bar. ArtStart, 68 S. Stevens St., Rhinelander. For more information, 715-362-4328.

Parent/Tot Time: 10 a.m., Rhinelander District Library; 20-minute program for ages 2-3 1/2 accompanied by adult. Simple craft to follow. Call Tom for more information, 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.

Story Time: 10 a.m., Rhinelander District Library meeting room; 40-minute program for ages 3 1/2 to 6. Simple craft to follow. Call Tom for more information, 715-365-1070 ext. 1073.

Lights of the Northwoods: 5-9 p.m., preview display of holiday lights at Hodag Park Dec. 14-17. Free admission; food and monetary donations for food pantry appreciated.

Northland Pines Night in the Fab Lab: 5:30-7:30 p.m., hosted by the NLP school district technology ed. department. Volunteers will demonstrate equipment, focusing on 3D printing. For more information, contact Josh Fuller, 715-479-4473, ext. 1102.

Friday, Dec. 15

Meals for the Hungry: Every Friday, except fifth Friday of any month, 4:30-6 p.m. at Rhinelander Church of Christ, 1103 Thayer St., by Hodag Park. Free meal to anyone. Call 715-362-3956 for more information.

Lights of the Northwoods: 5-9 p.m., preview display of holiday lights at Hodag Park Dec. 14-17. Free admission; food and monetary donations for food pantry appreciated.

Star Wars Party for Teens: 4-6 p.m., Rhinelander District Library. Celebrate the release of the new Star Wars movie! Release your inner Jedi and join other fans for a night of games, crafts, prizes and themed treats. Chance to win free theater tickets. Costumes encouraged. For more information, call 715-365-1070.

Saturday, Dec. 16

Holiday Music Concert: 1:30-3:30 p.m., Rhinelander Masonic Lodge, 23 E. Davenport St. Features Northwoods Brass Quintet. Cookies, candy canes, hot chocolate and coffee. All are welcome.

Lights of the Northwoods: 5-9 p.m., preview display of holiday lights at Hodag Park Dec. 14-17. Free admission; food and monetary donations for food pantry appreciated.

Fab Lab Exploration Class: 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at the Hodag Fab Lab. Class also runs Dec. 19 and 21, 6-8 p.m. Explore a vinyl cutter, 3D printers, 3D scanners, laser engravers and more. School District of Rhinelander Community Ed. course taught by RHS industrial tech teacher Mike Wojtusik. For informtion on cost and to register, visit the district website. Call Mike Cheslock with questions, 715-365-9745.

Last Minute Holiday Craft and Vendor Show: Central Intermediate School, 418 N. Pelham, Rhinelander. Support local crafters and vendors as they help complete holiday gift-giving needs. Enter door #9. For more information, email Craft2121@yahoo.com.

Winter Farmer’s Market: 9 a.m. – noon. Vendors vary weekly; organic apples, eggs, honey, jams, jellies, bread, vegetables, cheese, handmade soaps, lotions, balms. At YMCA of the Northwoods, 2003 E. Winnebago St., Rhinelander. For more information, call 715-362-9622.

Lakeland Art League: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Featured artist is Joyce Nelson, designing and painting greeting cards at the Lakeland Art Gallery. For more information, call Lisa, 715-612-5775.

Sunday, Dec. 17

Lights of the Northwoods: 5-9 p.m., preview display of holiday lights at Hodag Park Dec. 14-17. Free admission; food and monetary donations for food pantry appreciated.

 

 

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