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April 2024

  • Ashland High School Sports Schedule 
  • Northland College Sports Schedule
  • Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-5pm
  • Vaughn Public Library – It’s not just books.
  •   Follow the Mural Brick Road … in the county of Ashland.  A fun scavenger hunt with the beautiful murals in Ashland County!
  • Washburn Cultural Center
  • Big Top Chautauqua Presents Open Mic Nights at The Backstage! Wednesday Nights. 6- 9 pm. Get up on stage or just grab a seat and listen. Each week we will be joined by a special guest host, including some of your favorite Blue Canvas Orchestra Musicians! All musicians welcome to play. Everyone is welcome to attend. The bar will be ready to serve you, and there will be snacks for purchase. No cover, no tickets, and no reservations needed. The Backstage is located just south of Bayfield city limits at Big Top Chautauqua Headquarters: 84810 State Hwy 13, Bayfield, WI 54814. For more info go to www.bigtop.org or call 715.373.5552.
  • Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church BINGO! Tuesday nights!  Doors open 5:30pm, Bingo starts at 6:30pm. Food and Beverages for sale. 201 Lake Shore Dr E Ashland. For more information go to 715-682-7620.

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APRIL 2024 Events

  • 3/1 – 4/30/2024
    Bay City Cycles Trek Fest Sale. Trek Bicycles biggest sale of the year! From bikes to gear to maintenance items: lots of bikes, gear, and apparel on sale. Shop in-store or online and ship free to store at trekbikes.com
  • 04/04/2024
    Sportsman’s Dinner. Salem Church of Ashland. 400 Salem Dr. Hey guys it is back! The 2024 Sportsmen’s Dinner – This year with Jeff Danker as our guest speaker. We are giving away tons of prizes. Tickets $20 or you can reserve a table with eight friends for $160. Limited number of seats. Doors open at 5pm. Dinner starts at 5:30pm. Click here to register or call 715-209-6910 or 715-209-6910.
  • 04/04-06/2024
    Ashland Parks & Recreation’s Lego Contest. Creations displayed at Moore’s on Main. Drop off creations at Moore’s on Main, 505 Main St. W. during store hours April 4-5th. Judging Saturday, April 6th. Pick up creations Monday, April 8th. Questions, please call Ashland Parks & Rec at 715-682-7059.
  • 04/04/2024
    The Alley & Deep Water Grille. Customer Appreciation.  Rollback Pizza Buffet $12 Adults & $9 for kids 10 & under. Roll back rail drinks$3, South Shore Pints $4, Guest-taps Pints $5. Prizes to win. For more information call 715-682-4200. Deep Water Grille 800 Main St. W. The Alley 806 Main St. W.
  • 04/05/2024
    The Alley & Deep Water Grille. Customer Appreciation.  Live Music: Dave Karas 7-11pm. Kids eat FREE with purchase of Beverage and adult entree. Appetizer Buy one get one 50% off. Roll back rail drinks$3, South Shore Pints $4, Guest-taps Pints $5. Prizes to win. For more information call 715-682-4200. Deep Water Grille 800 Main St. W. The Alley 806 Main St. W.
  • 04/05-07 & 11-14/2024
    Chequamegon Theatre Association presents: Peter/Wendy. In this lyrical, atmospheric interpretation of Peter Pan, the familiar story is pared down to it’s emotional essence. Peter Lures Wendy away from her nursery to the magical world of Neverland, where she joins his adventures with Tinker Bell, Tiger Lily and the menacing Captain Hook. An inventive adaptation that pays homage to the darker themes of J.M. Barrie’s original Peter/Wendy will mesmerize audiences of all ages. All Evening shows are 7pm. Sunday Matinee 2pm. Visit www.ctatheatre.org
  • 04/06/2024
    Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center Spring Bazaar from 10am to 2pm.  Over 40 vendors of handcrafted items. Ashland Football Team will be selling pasties (fresh and frozen) and baked goods at the concession stand! For more info visit https://nglvc.org/events/
  • 04/06/2024
    The Cable Natural History Museum presents: Winter Tree Identification Field  Day. Make new friends! Once you learn to identify trees and shrubs, you’ll run into someone you know on every hike. Gain experience with dichotomous keys, learn some fun mnemonics, and have a great day around town and in the woods. Meet at the Museum at 12:30 and return by 3:30pm. We will start indoors, explore around town, and then caravan to a field site. You don’t have to be a certified Master Naturalist to participate! Any adult learners are welcome! Register by April 3rd. $20 member/$25 non-member. Visit www.cablemuseum.org to register.
  • 04/06/2024
    Washburn Ducks Unlimited Banquet at the AmericInn Hotel and Conference Center, 3009 Lakeshore Dr E, Ashland. Doors open at 5pm. For more information and for reservations, call 715-373-2087 or 715-292-2178, or email jfnshooter@centurytel.net.
  • 04/06/2024
    The Alley & Deep Water Grille. Customer Appreciation. Live music: Brett Hulmer & The Little Big Show 7-11pm. Kids eat FREE with purchase of Beverage and adult entree. Pizza Buy one get one 50% off. Roll back rail drinks$3, South Shore Pints $4, Guest-taps Pints $5. Prizes to win. For more information call 715-682-4200. Deep Water Grille 800 Main St. W. The Alley 806 Main St. W.
  • 04/07/2024
    White Winter Winery: Create your own Chunky Chenille Blanket. 1-3pm. Come join us for a fun night of finger knotting on a custom designed loom. Robin Macomber will be traveling from Iowa to guide you through this workshop. You will complete a beautiful 36×60 Chunky chenille blanket for yourself or a special handmade gift. Colors will be available to choose the night of the workshop. Spots are limited so please reserve your spot early.  Visit https://whitewinter.com/events/ to register.
  • 04/07/2024
    The Alley & Deep Water Grille. Customer Appreciation. Live music: The One & Only Brady Dahl 4-7pm. Kids eat FREE with purchase of Beverage and adult entree. 15% of sales go to support Ashland, Bayfield and Washburn Music Boosters . Roll back rail drinks$3, South Shore Pints $4, Guest-taps Pints $5. Prizes to win. For more information call 715-682-4200. Deep Water Grille 800 Main St. W. The Alley 806 Main St. W.
  • 04/08/2024
    The Vaughn Public Library will be at Maslowski Beach , 2524 Lake Shore Dr W, for the Solar Eclipse from 1-3pm with glasses to view the Eclipse. For more information call 718-682-7060.
  • 04/11-14/2024
    Chequamegon Theatre Association presents: Peter/Wendy. In this lyrical, atmospheric interpretation of Peter Pan, the familiar story is pared down to it’s emotional essence. Peter Lures Wendy away from her nursery to the magical world of Neverland, where she joins his adventures with Tinker Bell, Tiger Lily and the menacing Captain Hook. An inventive adaptation that pays homage to the darker themes of J.M. Barrie’s original Peter/Wendy will mesmerize audiences of all ages. All Evening shows are 7pm. Sunday Matinee 2pm. Visit www.ctatheatre.org
  • 04/13/2024
    Chequamegon Symphony Orchestra presents: The Beauty of Nature. 7:30pm. United Presbyterian Congregation Church, 214 Vaughn Ave, Ashland. For more information visit www.chequamegonsymphony.org
  • 04/12-14/2024
    Chequamegon Area Choir presents 51st Anniversary Spring Concert. “Spring Fever”. Friday 7:30pm at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Ashland, Sunday 4pm at St. Louis Catholic Church in Washburn. Tickets available at the door. For more information visit www.cacvoices.com.
  • 04/13-14/2024
    Northland Elite Basketball Club, Inc. Bash at the Bay-Boys & Girls Basketball Tournament, Grades 5-12 Travel teams and HS teams welcome.  Games held at Northland College and Ashland HS Fieldhouse.  $350.00 entry fee – 4 game guarantee.  For more information check the website or contact Kyle Bernhoft at 715-379-3932.
  • 04/13/2024
    Ashland Area Mulch, 810 14th Ave. East, Ashland, Opening for the 2024 season. Hours: Saturdays 9am-5pm and by appointment weekdays.  Weekday deliveries and pick-ups available.  Call 715-373-2344 or email ashlandareamulch@gmail.com.
  • 04/16/2024
    Experience a morning of insight at our Workforce & Waffles event! Delve into the latest economic trends, industry information, and community demographics for the Chequamegon Bay and Northwest Wisconsin.  At Workforce & Waffles, we go beyond business discussions; we foster an environment for meaningful connections and collaborative growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, expand your network, and start your day with a fun waffle bar and thought-provoking conversations.  Workforce & Waffles takes place 7:30-8:30am at the Local Bar & Grille, 3000 Golf Course Rd, Ashland.  Cost $12. Click Here to Learn More!  This event is brought to you by the Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board and the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce.
  • 04/16/2024
    Lake Superior Elementary presents a Spring Concert. For more information call 715-682-7083. 1101 Binsfield Rd.
  • 04/17/2024
    Open Mic Night at the Alley! Calling all musicians!! Signups start at 8pm-Midnight, 3rd Wednesday of every month! Plug & play! Music by DJ JD Bass. Drink specials & prizes! Two vocal mics & two additional inputs will be available. Bring your own instrument. End of the nigh “Jam Session”. Late night happy hour from 9-11pm with discounts on appetizers and drinks! 808 W Main St., Ashland.
  • 04/18/2024
    Girls’ Night Out in Ashland.  Downtown businesses will be open until 7pm.  Stop in at participating businesses from 4-7pm for great deals and register for a chance to win $50 in Chamber Dollars.  Then after to unwind check out the food and drink specials from 7-9pm.   For a list of specials go to www.visitashland.com.
  • 04/18/2024
    White Winter Winery Brim Build. Gypsy Creek Artisan Boutique is brining a hat bar! There will be multiple hat options to choose from. $56 Limited seats available. Click here to register. 68323 Lea St. Suite A Iron River. For more information call 715-372-5656.
  • 04/19/2024
    Knights of Columbus will host a  fish fry featuring fresh Lake Superior Whitefish at OLL Social Hall, 201 Lake Shore Drive E., Ashland . 4-7pm. Cost $15 for age 12-adults; $8 for children ages 5-11; free for children under age 5. For more information call 715-682-9621.
  • 04/20/2024
    Ashland School of Dance Spring Recital will be held at the Northwestern High School auditorium, 4751 County Rd F, Maple, Saturday at 11am & 3pm. Recital tickets will be available for purchase online beginning Sunday, January 22 by using the following link https://dancestudio-pro.com/tickets/asod or by logging into your online account and clicking “Tickets” on the home page.   We will keep everyone updated on the recital through our website, emails and monthly newsletters.For more information call 715-413-1074 or visit site.ashlandschoolofdance.info.
  • 04/20/2024
    Ashland Chamber Music Society presents: Willowgreen, 7:30 p.m., United Presbyterian-Congregational Church, Ashland. Prepare for a night of beautiful instrumentals and vocals as Willowgreen performs contemporary, traditional, and original Celtic music from various Celtic backgrounds: Ireland, Newfoundland, Scotland, Wales, Canada, and the U.S.A. Tickets prices will remain $15 per concert, except for the Messiah performance, which is free to all. Patrons can purchase a season five-pass for $60 and receive one concert at no cost. And, students always attend for free at every ACMS production! For tickets go to EventBrite, contact acms.bh.22@gmail.com or purchase at the ticket table the night of the concert. ACMS now accepts credit and debit cards, as well as cash and checks.
  • 04/23/2024
    Salem Church of Ashland presents: Three Heath Brothers, a night of encouragement live concert,  6:30pm. 400 Salem Dr. Ashland. Free will offering. Contact Dave at 715-413-0068 with any questions.
  • 04/26-28/2024
    Ashland Gun and Knife Show at Bay Area Civic Center, 320 4th Ave. W. Show hours are: Friday from 3-8pm, Saturday from 9am-4pm, and Sunday from 9am-3pm. Guns on display and for sale. For more information, call Ray at 715-292-8415.
  • 04/27-28/2024
    11th Annual Ashland Women’s 6-Person Partner Team Pool Tournament.  This pool tournament will be held at multiple bars in Ashland.  For more information and to sign up, call Diane Nemic 715-682-4870.
  • 4/27-28/2024
    Country Blossoms Greenhouse Fruit tree weekend.   For more information call 715-746-2345. 64715 Gillis Rd.
  • 04/27/2024
    Ashland High School Prom. 7-10pm at the AHS Commons, 1900 Beaser Ave, Ashland. For more information call 715-682-7089.
  • 04/27/2024
    Roly Poly Contest & Dinner sponsored by the Mellen Area Chamber of Commerce, Morse Town Hall, 402 2nd Ave, Mellen. Local area cooks enter the contest by making their own recipe of Roly Polys. Cooks must enter the contest with a minimum of 25 Roly Polys. Their Roly Polys are blindly judged by a panel of judges. Cash prizes are awarded to the top 3 scorers. The Roly Polys are served for dinner to the attendees. Dinner tickets are on sale at the event. Grand Prize Drawing – Dinner ticket enters you in the drawing at the end of the event. Chinese Raffle (Lucky Draw Silent Raffle). 50/50 Raffle. Interested in entering your Roly Polys? Contact Us at the Mellen Area Chamber of Commerce office for a copy of the rules and a contestant entry form.
  • 04/28/2024
    Join us at the Harbor Table for an afternoon with Warren Nelson & Friends.  $20 per ticket available at the door (in the back room). Concert begins at 3pm. Bring your friends and enjoy some live, local tunes. After the show, treat yourself to a divine dinner in our dining room overlooking Lake Superior. 130 W Harbor View Drive, Washburn.

 

APRIL 2023 Events

  • 04/01/2023
    Home Expressions Garden Extravaganza! 116 W Main Street. Thurs 10am-6pm, Fri. 10am-5:30pm, Sat. 10am-4pm. BOGO Sale. Buy one get 50% off on one garden item.
  • 04/01/2023
    AHS Spring Craft & Vendor Boutique & Pre-prom Teen Shopping Event. Hosted by AHS Pay It Forward Project. 9am – 2pm. Ashland High School 1900 Beaser Ave.  Vendors with handmade gifts and home-based businesses plus several vendors featuring prom related items. There will be over 200 dresses and a large rack full of men’s dress clothing plus shoes & accessories. Lunch, Raffles & Door Prizes. Visit their facebook event page for more info.