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Guided Mural Trolley Tours! Fridays & Saturdays at 10am & 1:30pm and Mondays at 1:30pm from June 21-September 7. Sponsored by Ashland Chamber of Commerce and BART. For more information, call 715-682-2500.
Saturdays through mid-October, Ashland Area Farmer’s Market, Saturdays, located in the Pearson Plaza, just off West Main Street. June 1st- October 19th. 8am-12pm. For more information, call 715-682-2500, or check them out on Facebook or visit www.ashlandareafarmersmarket.com.
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center – Lots to do and see at the Center. Walking trail, exhibits and scenic tower. Visit their website for a complete schedule of events and activities for the whole family.
Vaughn Public Library – It’s not just books anymore. Visit their website for a complete schedule of events and happenings for the entire family. Kids Crafts, Pizza & Pages, Lunchtime Book Brunch and more. 715-682-7060.
Bretting Community Center Indoor Playground. Monday and Thursday: 10am-1pm. Wednesday and Friday: 3:30-6:30pm. Saturday: 9am-12pm. Bretting Community Center Daily fee: $1 per child/day. BCC yearly family membership also available for $60. For more information, call 715-682-7059
Big Top Chautauqua. Find out what’s happening at Big Top this month!
Saturdays, mid-May – August Stock Car Races at ABC Raceway, 2187 Butterworth Rd. For more information, call 715-682-4990, or visit www.abcraceway.com.
Sundays-September, Summer Sunday Serenades at Rookery Pub Fine Dining, from 2pm-5pm, 20100 Cty. Hwy. M, Cable. For more information, call 715-794-2062, or visit www.rookerypub.com.
Lost Creek Adventures, 22475 Hwy. 13, Cornucopia. Stand Up Paddleboard Clinics and Shipwreck/snorkeling tours continue! For more information, call 715-953-2223 or visit www.lostcreekadventures.org.
Casual Group Ride on Monday nights at 6pm. Meet at Bay City Cycles, 412 W Main St. Bike needed, rentals are available at Bay City Cycles (please arrive early to do so). Helmets required. Sponsored by Bay City Cycles. For more information, call 715-682-2091 or visit Facebook Casual Group Rides
BINGO every Tuesday night, 7pm at Our Lady of the Lake Church, 106 n 2nd Ave East. Bingo is played in the basement and is open to the public. Excluding Holidays or during the Holy Week. For more information, call 715-682-7620.
Bayfield Rec Center: fitness machines, swim laps, sauna, hot tub, Aqua Fit class at 9am (Mon, Wed & Fri), and Silver Sneakers fitness class (using chairs Mon & Fri) at 11am! No need to schedule, walk ins are welcome! Free Senior Friday sponsored by Orthopedic & Spine Therapy, with free use of all above. Please call 715-779-5408 with any questions you might have.
Bretting Community Center Indoor Playground. Monday and Thursday: 10am-1pm. Wednesday and Friday: 3:30-6:30pm. Saturday: 9am-12pm. Bretting Community Center Daily fee: $1 per child/day. BCC yearly family membership also available for $60. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
Bad River Lodge and Casino. “Hook, Line, & Winner Drawings” every Saturday in August 8-11pm. Every Thursday in August- “3x The Points” from 8am-2am. Every Sunday in August- “2x The Points” from 8am-2am.715-682-7121. www.badriver.com.
08/01/2019
Naturalist Program at Copper Falls- Discover Loon Lake: Yellow Iris (Survey & Paddle) at 8am. Meet at the park office. For more information, call 715-274-5123.
08/01/2019
Vaughn Public Library- Superior Serpents from 11am-12pm. Come learn about herpetology and handle live reptiles with Lexi! All ages welcome. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
08/01/2019
Cornucopia Summer Concert Series presents live music by, “Lords of Baltimore” from 6-9pm. Outside the Cornucopia Sweet Shop. Bring Grandma and the kids and enjoy a summer evening on the grass listening to sweet tunes by local artists. Picnics are welcome! Free family fun! For more information, visit www.cornucopiawisconsin.net.
08/01/2019
Story Time Under The Stars @ 7pm. Come make blanket forts at the Vaughn Public Library after hours! Bring blankets and sheets for fort making. We’ll read and snack on s’mores. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
08/01/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Steve Earle and the Dukes,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/01-03/2019
60th Annual Lumberjack World Championships in Hayward, WI! International competition! Sawing, Chopping, Logrolling, Speed Climbing, Boom Running, and Axe Throwing. Festival Grounds! Beer Garden! Food! Demonstrations! 3 days of fun! For a full schedule and ticket information visit www.lumberjackworldchampionships.com.
08/01-04/2019
67th Flambeau Rama at the Festival Grounds located at 310 5th St N in Park Falls. Four days of live music! Expanded food court, Gun Show/ Sports Show, pooch pageant, silent auction, rod casting contest, chalk drawing contest, cardboard boat regatta, family fun day games, arts and crafts fair, 5K road run, kids races, car show, flea market, parade and more! For more information visit www.parkfalls.com or call 715-762-2703.
08/01-04/2019
10th Annual Port Wing Plein Air Painting Festival. Thurs-Sat, 3-7pm & Sun 10am-1pm. www.portwingpleinair.com
08/02/2019
Vaughn Public Library- Downtown Days Art Tent & Book Nook, 10am-1pm on Main St. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
08/02/2019
Chequamegon Bay Concert Band is having a concert at 5pm in Otis Park. (Park next to Burger Barn). In case of rain, concert will be moved to the Northland College, Alvord Theatre. For more information call 715-682-2500.
08/02/2019
Robby Vee in concert at 7pm on Main Street. (Park next to Burger Barn). Bring your own chair. Sponsored by Bob’s Factory Outlet. For more information call 715-682-2500.
08/02/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Chris Kroexe and Joyann Parker,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/02-03/2019
Ashland Downtown Days – Sidewalk Sales, Craft & Food Vendors – Downtown Summer Celebration. For craft vendor information click here.
08/02-03/2019
Chequamegon Theatre Association presents “Tom Sawyer” performances, 210 5th Ave E, Ashland. Evening shows at 7pm. Sunday Matinees at 2pm. Tickets are available at Moore’s On Main. For more information, call 715-682-5554 or visit www.ctatheatre.org.
08/02-04/2019
40th Annual Grand View Firehouse 50 Road Race, sponsored by the Grand View Fire Department at 10am. The Firehouse 50 race is on blacktop roads winding through the pristine Chequamegon National Forest around Lake Namakagon and Lake Owen. It passes through the townships of Grand View, Namakagon, Cable and Drummond. Saturday: Pancake Breakfast, Firehouse 50 Bike Race, Music, Kids Games and Dinner. Sunday: Pancake Breakfast, 2 mile and 15K run, Kids Games, Flag Raising, Music and Raffle. For more information or to register, call 715-763-3333 or visit www.firehouse50.org.
08/03/2019
73rd Annual Edward “Bud” Williams Kids’ Fishing Party – sponsored by the North Wisconsin Rod & Gun Club, Ashland. Starts at 8am. Held at Kreher Park. Registration the day of the party starting at 8am. Bring your own poles. Free food, refreshments and prizes! 262-689-0526
08/03/2019
Birkie Lumberjack 5k run/walk at 8am. Start & Finish at Lumberjack Bowl on the shores of Lake Hayward. T-shirts, costumes contest, prizes and more! Plus 1 free ticket to the Thursday Lumberjack World Championships (07/19/2018). Register now! For more information call 715-634-5025 or visit www.birkie.com.
08/03/2019
Pointe to La Pointe Open Water Swim to Madeline Island. Swimming to Madeline Island has been a storied feat around the Bayfield area for decades. The Pointe to La Pointe has grown into a thriving race that sells out annually at 500 swimmers. Race start at 7:20am from Madeline Island. First approximate arrival time of racers 8:05am. For more information or to register, call 715-779-5408 or visit www.recreationandfitnessresources.org/point-to-la-pointe.html.
08/03/2019
Copper Falls State Park- Yoga in the Park! 9am, meet at Loon Lake Beach. For more information, call 715-274-5123.
08/03/2019
The GAR- dedication ceremonies for the 3 area veterans as the last Civil War soldiers to be buried in Ashland, Bayfield, and Iron Counties. A dedication ceremony will be held at 11am at St Agnes Cemetery in Ashland for Charles Van Vlack. At 1pm, a dedication ceremony will be held at Woodland Cemetary for David Monroe. At 3pm, a dedication ceremony will be held for Chester Huntsinger at Lakeview Cemetary in Saxon. These dedication ceremonies are done in accordance with direction right from the GAR ceremonies manual. Please join us for a truly historic ceremony honoring the service of three local heroes from the Civil War.
08/03/2019
Ashland’s Beautification Council’s Garden Tour and Plant Fundraiser, 9am-12pm, Information and plant booth near Otis Park (next to Burger Barn). We have 14 great residential gardens on the tour along with guided tours of H. Pearson Plaza! Maps will be available on the day of the event for a $5 suggested donation. Plants are available at our booth. All funds raised will go back into the gardens around that the City of the Ashland Beautification Council volunteers help maintain.
08/03/2019
Free Bike Maintenance Class “Fix-a-Flat” at 10am at Bay City Cycles, 412 W Main St. RSVP by 5pm on Friday on Eventbrite as seating may be limited. Sponsored by Bay City Cycles and North Coast Cycling Association. For more information, call 715-682-2091.
08/03/2019
Ice Cream Social from 11am-1pm at the Ashland Historical Society Museum, 216 Main Street West. http://www.ashlandwihistory.com/
08/03/2019
Chequamegon Food Coop Summer Bash! 11am-1pm. FREE! Celebrate the flavors of summer with a cookout in the Co-op parking lot. Don’t miss out on this community party featuring food, music, activities, and more! We’ll also be commemorating the completion of the Co-op mural. www.chequamgeonfoodcoop.org 715-682-8251.
08/03/2019
Stagecoach Bar & Grill, Ashland’s Annual East End Arts & Music Festival, 300 Block of Main Street East. Starting at 3pm. Food, Drink, Music, Art, Fun and Games!Music with Hoff Stevens, Nolander & Floydian Slip. For more information, call 845-721-4729.
08/03/2019
Herbster Community Club “Corn & Brat Fest,” at the Historic Log Gym, 86870 Lenawee Rd, Herbster, from 12-5pm. For more information, visit www.herbstercommunityclub.org.
08/03/2019
Copper Falls State Park- Music in the Park at 6pm. Come on out to the park to enjoy an evening of fun and music with Poppa Bear Norton! The award winning, high octane, two man country western band is coming to Copper Falls! You won’t want to miss the duo as they perform for you with all the energy, humor, and storytelling that has made country western music great. Copper Falls will come alive with the dynamic songs from this group known as “America’s Daredevil Country Music Duo.” For more information, call 715-274-5123.
08/03/2019
ABC Raceway Races: Mid- Mod Madness- presented by Safari Bar & Lake Shore Cafe. Raceway located at 2187 Butterworth Road. Regular season races on Saturday night. Hot laps- 6:15pm. Racing- 7pm. Grandstand opens at 5pm. For more information, go to www.abcraceway.com
08/03/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “The Spinners,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/03-04/2019
Chequamegon Bay Golf Club Championship, 3000 Golf Course Rd. Starting at 9am. For more information call 715-682-8004.
08/04/2019
North Coast Cycling Association’s Madeline Island Free Family/Group Bike Ride at 10:30am at the LaPointe ferry dock. For more information, call Joe at 715-373-2114 or visit www.northcoastcycling.com.
08/04/2019
Rookery Pub, 20100 County Highway M, Cable, will be hosting “Duffy Duyfhuizen,” from 2-5pm. For more information, call 715-794-2062 or visit www.rookerypub.com.
08/04/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “American Stories,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/05-09/2019
Creative building with Legos at the Central Rail Yard Building from 1-3pm! Creative building with legos for ages 6-12yrs. Cost: $30. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/05-17/2019
Vaughn Public Library- Farm Fresh Food For Fines: fines collected during this time go directly to the Ashland Farmers Market EBT match program. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
08/06/2019
Vaughn Public Library- Story Stretcher Art from 9:30-11:30 am. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
08/06/2019
Thrivent Financial- Grill Master Dave will be cooking in the back yard, so join us anytime throughout the evening for complementary dinner and lawn games! 4-7pm, 623 Main St E. For more information, call 715-685-0605.
08/06/2019
Lets Be Crafty at the Bretting Community Center! Starts at 5pm. Ages 8 and up. Cost: $5 per drop in. $25 for all advanced sign up. August 6th is Footprints in the sand and Ocean Art with Baking Soda. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/06/2019
Bayfield Concerts by the Lake presents Hot Pink Hangover (Alternative Pop Rock), Memorial Park, 15 Front Street, Bayfield, WI 54814, at 7pm, weather permitting. If it rains, it will relocate to the Madeline Island Ferry Terminal on Washington Avenue, Bayfield. These concerts are free and open to the public. Bring your own lawn chair or blankets. For more information, call 715-779-3335, or visit www.bayfield.org.
08/06-27/2019
Activity Time presented by Ashland Parks and Recs, in the Central Railyard Concessions Building, behind the Bretting Community Center. ‘Silly Scientists’ Tuesdays at 10:30-11:15 am, ages 3-6 years. Cost per class-$20. For more information call, 715-682-7059.
08/07/2019
Northland College Summer Programs presents, “Forest Lodge Tour” from 9-11am. For more information visit https://www.northland.edu/academics/community-learning/adult-programs/.
08/07/2019
Ashland Parks and Rec presents, “Rec and Read” at Prentice Park from 9:30-11am. Explore Ashland’s playgrounds, check out books, listen to a story, and play games. open to children of all ages for free! Rain Location: Bretting Community Center Gym. Parents must chaperone. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/07-09/11/2019
Yoga in the Park- Session 2! Join yoga instructor Rachel, Wednesdays this summer at Bayview Park for a great yoga workout. From 6:15-7:30pm. Cost: $45. Register through Ashland Parks and Recreation. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/07/2019
Madeline Island Museum Lecture: Titus Seilheimer, PhD Fisheries Specialist, Wisconsin Sea Grant: Nothing Like them on Earth: Lake Trout and Whitefish of Lake Superior. Journey from the deeps of Lake Superior to the shallows and all the places in between at 7pm. This program is made possible by the generous support of Madeline Island Wilderness Preserve and the Apostle Islands Area Community Fund. Free and open to the public! Contact the museum for more information. 715-747-2415 www.wisconsinhistory.org/calendar/
08/07/2019
The Garland City Consort will be playing at 7pm at the Ashland Methodist Church, 601 3rd Ave W, Ashland. 715-331-8111.
08/08/2019
Chequamegon Food Coop presents Wellness Wednesday All Day. FREE! MEET & GREET – Stop by to learn more about local wellness products and services. Local wellness product makers and practitioners will be in-store throughout the day. Owners also receive 10% off wellness products. www.chequamegonfoodcoop.org. 715-682-8251.
08/08/2019
Vaughn Public Library- Teen Writing Club from 4:30-6:30 pm. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
08/08/2019
Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore Annual Cruise. Join “Friends” on an evening cruise to the Raspberry Island lighthouse. Board the Ashland Bay Express at Bayfield City Dock by 4:45 pm, Depart at 5pm- $55 per person. For more information or to reserve your spot, www.friendsoftheapostleislands.org
08/08-31/2019
Atmospheres: Cloudscapes and Calligraphy exhibit on display at the Washburn Cultural Center. For more information, call 715-373-5591.
08/08/2019
Bayfield Summer Music presents, “Katheryn Hamm” at 5:30pm at the Le Chateau Boutin, 7 Rice Ave, Bayfield. Alto Katheryn Hamm with accompanist Lexi Land. Suggested donation: $12. For more information, visit www.bayfieldsummermusic.org or call Karen Trudeau at 715-742-3336.
08/08/2019
Cornucopia Summer Concert Series presents live music by, “Floydian Slip” from 6-9pm. Outside the Cornucopia Sweet Shop. Bring Grandma and the kids and enjoy a summer evening on the grass listening to sweet tunes by local artists. Picnics are welcome! Free family fun! For more information, visit www.cornucopiawisconsin.net.
08/08/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Gaelic Storm,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/08-11/2019
Bayfield County Fair, North Main St., Iron River. Live music, face painting, hypnosis show, petting zoo, kid’s tractor pull, bull riding, and so much more! For more information, registration, or fees, call 715-373-6125 ext. 7, or visit www.bayfieldcounty.org.
08/08-29/2019
Activity Time presented by Ashland Parks and Recs, in the Central Railyard Concessions Building, behind the Bretting Community Center. ‘Get Messy Munchkins’ Thursdays at 10:30-11:15 am, ages 3-6 years. Cost per class-$20. For more information call, 715-682-7059.
08/09/2019
Northland College Summer Programs presents, “Northern Wisconsin Forest Ecology” from 1-2pm. For more information visit https://www.northland.edu/academics/community-learning/adult-programs/.
08/09/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Riding the Wind,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/09-11/2019
Chequamegon Children’s Theatre presents, “Newsies” at the Drummond School Auditorium. Aug 9 and 10 at 7pm. Aug 11 at 2pm. Tickets sold at the door. For more information call 715-798-3248.
08/09-11/2019
The public is invited to take the Studio Art Tour through Drummond, Cable, Hayward, Springbrook, and Stone Lake during the upcoming CHARAC (Cable Hayward Area Arts Council) Art Crawl. This event will take place Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10, 10 am-5 pm and Sunday, August 11, 11 am- 3pm. For more information please visit www.cablehaywardarts.org or phone 715-934-2780 or 715-798-3363.
08/09-11/2019
Northland College presents “Northern Wisconsin Forest Ecology”, 1-3pm. www.northland.edu/academics/community-learning/adult-programs
08/10/2019
Free Bike Maintenance Class “Drivetrain Maintenance” at 10am at Bay City Cycles, 412 W Main St. RSVP by 5pm on Friday on Eventbrite as seating may be limited. Sponsored by Bay City Cycles and North Coast Cycling Association. For more information, call 715-682-2091.
08/10/2019
Post 25 American Legion & Scholarship Golf Tournament, 10am at the Apostle Highland Golf Course. In support of the 2019 Veterans Pow Wow and Continuing Education Scholarships. For more information, call 715-581-7395.
08/10/2019
Annual Cornucopia Day, on the waterfront from 8am-4pm. Huge flea market, fantastic food, raffle prizes, paint balloon extreme, live music in town, parade at 1pm, 5k fun run, sandcastle building, dunk tank, and more! For more information, visit www.cornucopiawisconsin.net.
08/10/2019
Chequamegon Archery Club Jim Kouba Memorial Metric 900, 3501 McDonald Rd., Ashland, at 10am. Shotgun start. $10 for adults, 18 and under are $5. For more information contact Jim Rau 715-292-2998. https://cacashland.weebly.com/calendar.html
08/10/2019
Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center- Smokey Bear’s 75 Birthday Party! 1-4pm. Kids can color Smokey’s 75th coloring sheets and turn them in to the NGLVC by Aug. 8th. They will be displayed the day of the event. You can find the coloring sheets at the following link: http://smokeybear.adcouncilkit.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/70/2019/03/WFP_75th_color_book_8.5X11_8.pdf For more information, call 715-682-9983.
08/10/2019
Butternut Pig & Corn Roast. For more information, call 715-769-3680 or visit www.butternutwi.com.
08/10/2019
Chequamegon Food Coop presents Bountiful Summer Foraging and Cooking, 1-2:30pm. Instructor: Gil Schwartz, Seasonally Sourced Cost: $15/$10 owner. registration deadline August 8. HANDS-ON – Learn about all the colorful wild food harvests available during the late summer, as we take a stroll around Ashland to identify the many edibles freely growing right in our midst. We will then finish our class in the Co-op’s Community Kitchen to prepare and sample a smorgasbord of pre-gathered wild berries, mushrooms, greens, and more. www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com 715-682-8251.
08/10/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “The Tamburitzans,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. Essentia Health Free Family 1:00 matinee. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/10/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Big Top Idol,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. Join us for our Annual vocal competition for local singers, and one of our favorite nights of the summer. Auditions are held in June where a core group of finalists are chosen to work with vocal coaches to be ready for the live competition at the Big Top. Those 13 years of age and under will compete for the title of Jr. Idol while those 14 and up compete to become the next Big Top Idol. Audience members vote and help to pick the winners – fun for the whole family! For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/10/2019
Legendary Waters Resort and Casino presents, “Legendary Cribbage Tournament”. Registration starts at 3pm. Play begins at 5pm. For more information, call 800-226-8478 or visit www.legendarywaters.com.
08/10/2019
Boogie in the Barn, CAMBA (Cable Area Mountain Bike Association) Gala fundraising event, from 5-10pm at the Sylvandale Barn, at the residence of Matt and Kim Dale on Round Lake School Road near Hayward. For more information, visit https://www.cambatrails.org/events/boogie-in-the-barn-gala/.
08/10/2019
ABC Raceway Races: Six- Cylinder “Summer Sizzler” with NVSR vintage racers- presented by Ashland/Bayfield Sportmen’s Club. Raceway located at 2187 Butterworth Road. Regular season races on Saturday night. Hot Laps-6:15pm. Racing-7pm. Grandstand opens at 5pm. For more information, go to www.abcraceway.com.
08/11/2019
Annual Veterans Family Picnic from 11am-3pm at Northwest Rod & Gun Club on Reykdal Rd, Ashland 2nd Landing. Fun, food and music! For more information, call 716-682-4222.
08/11/2019
Rookery Pub, 20100 County Highway M, Cable, will be hosting “Skipping Stones,” classic rock/blues/country/contemporary, from 2-5pm. For more information, call 715-794-2062 or visit www.rookerypub.com.
08/11/2019
The Cornucopia Community Library and Art Gallery presents the series Meet Our Local Authors featuring Bradley Schultz at 2pm at the Bell Town Hall in Cornucopia. Bradley will read from his self-published books on local hunting, memoir and place. For more information, call 715-742-3336 or email karencorny@gmail.com.
08/11/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/12-15/2019
Miraculous Mission Vacation Bible Camp at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 701 Vaughn Ave, from 5:30-7:30pm. Children will learn about God’s mission through interactive and fun lessons, songs, crafts, and games. Miraculous Mission VBS is free to children of all ages. Free. For more information visit www.ashlandtrinitylutheran.org or call 715-682-3293.
08/13/2019
Bayfield Concerts by the Lake presents Molly Otis, Memorial Park, 15 Front Street, Bayfield, WI 54814, at 7pm, weather permitting. If it rains, it will relocate to the Madeline Island Ferry Terminal on Washington Avenue, Bayfield. These concerts are free and open to the public. Bring your own lawn chair or blankets. For more information, call 715-779-3335, or visit www.bayfield.org.
08/14/2019
Northland College Summer Programs presents, “Forest Lodge Tour” from 9-11am. For more information visit https://www.northland.edu/academics/community-learning/adult-programs/.
08/14/2019
Ashland Parks and Rec presents, “Rec and Read” at Beaser Park from 9:30-11am. Explore Ashland’s playgrounds, check out books, listen to a story, and play games. open to children of all ages for free! Rain Location: Bretting Community Center Gym. Parents must chaperone. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/14/2019
Women into Networking at the Harborview Event Center from 5-6:30pm. This will be a after business hours networking event with appetizers. No guest speakers anymore. Must RSVP with name and phone number by calling/texting 906-364-9100 or through Facebook.
08/14/2019
Madeline Island Museum Lecture: Jeremy St. Arnold; Ma’iingan: Brother Wolf, by St. Arnold & Wisconsin Public Television, with conversation following at 7pm. Join Jeremy St. Arnold (Red Cliff) as he shares his experiences making & showing his new documentary, which aired recently on Wisconsin Public Television. Free and open to the public! Contact the museum for more information. 715-747-2415 www.wisconsinhistory.org/calendar/
08/15/2019
3rd Thursday! You know, Thirsty Thursday, Thankful Thursday, Throwback Thursday, and now 3rd THURSDAY!!!!!! Downtown Retail Business will be open until 8pm on the 3rd THURSDAY of every month, with specials. Bargains! Fun!! An evening of shopping! For more information call 715-682-2500 or visit www.visitashland.com.
08/15/2019
Ashland Chamber Field Day, Golf Tournament. Field Day Registration Form. For more information or to register, call the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce at 715-682-2500.
08/15/2019
Copper Falls State Park-Naturalist Program at Copper Falls presents “Birding and Nature” (family-friendly hike) at 2pm. Meet at the trailhead south of the beach parking lot. For more information, call 715-274-5123.
08/15/2019
Chequamegon Food Coop’s Third Thursday Community Meal 4-8pm. Dinner – Meal starts at 5pm. A made-from-scratch meal from our Deli for only $5. Meal includes an entree with one or two sides (depending on menu). Eat in or take out! www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com 715-682-8251.
08/15/2019
Bayfield Summer Music presents, “Mark Hakes” at 5:30pm at the Le Chateau Boutin, 7 Rice St in Bayfield. Baritone Make Hakes accompanied by pianist Matt Faerber. Suggested donation: $12. For more information, visit www.bayfieldsummermusic.org or call Karen Trudeau at 715-742-3336.
08/15/2019
Cornucopia Summer Concert Series presents live music by, “Owen Polifka” from 6-9pm. Outside the Cornucopia Sweet Shop. Bring Grandma and the kids and enjoy a summer evening on the grass listening to sweet tunes by local artists. Picnics are welcome! Free family fun! For more information, visit www.cornucopiawisconsin.net.
08/15/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Shanties & Shipwrecks,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/15-18/2019
Ashland County Fair, County Fairgrounds, Marengo. Midway rides, races, horse show, truck pull, music, and much more. For more information, call 715-682-3742 or visit www.ashlandcofair.org.
08/16/2019
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center- Invasive Species Identification Day. 1-4pm @ theater. This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information please call Susan Nelson at (715) 685-2644 or Andy Teal at (715) 373-6167.
08/16/2019
Copper Falls State Park- Naturalist Program at Copper Falls presents “Discover Loon Lake: Bog Exploration” (paddle) at 2pm. Sign up at the park office by noon, meet at the park office. For more information, call 715-274-5123
08/16/2019
Northland College Summer Programs presents, “Wolf Ecology & Conservation Certification Course” from 6pm Friday-2pm Sunday. For more information visit https://www.northland.edu/academics/community-learning/adult-programs/.
08/16/2019
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center- Whoo Goes Bump in the Night walk. 7-9pm, Learn about your nocturnal neighbors in the cast of the moon shadow on the boardwalk trail at the Center! Groups will be guided through the trail. Doors will open at 6:45pm. This event is free, family friendly, and open to the public. No registration required. Fore more information, call 715-682-9983.
08/16/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “The Marshall Tucker Band,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/16-18/2019
Butternut Community Fair, and cancer awareness event at the Butternut Park, Hwy 13. Crafts, garden entries, baskets, meals, prizes, games, food and fun for the whole family! For more information, email pckahl4pegi@yahoo.com or call 715-769-3550. www.butternutwi.com.
08/16-18/2019
Northland College Summer Programs presents, “Wolf Ecology & Conservation Certification Weekend” www.northland.edu/academics/community-learning/adult-programs/.
08/17/2019
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center- Snap Shot Day. 8:30am-1pm @ Multipurpose Room. Come join the fun as part of a statewide event! On Aquatic Invasive Species Snapshot day, we will teach you how to identify several aquatic invasive species. Then we will go out into the field and have some fun sampling at local boat landings and streams. Contact ndutack@wisconsinrivers.org for more information. Register at https://www.wisconsinrivers.org/snapshot-day/
08/17/2019
Big Bay State Park’s Annual Sandcastle Day, on Madeline Island. Registration is at 9am. Judging will be at noon. Prizes awarded. For more information, call 715-747-6425.
08/17/2019
Free Bike Maintenance Class “Shifting” at 10am at Bay City Cycles, 412 W Main St. RSVP by 5pm on Friday on Eventbrite as seating may be limited. Sponsored by Bay City Cycles and North Coast Cycling Association. For more information, call 715-682-2091.
08/17/2019
Back to School Giveaway!! At Thrivent Financial, 623 Main St E in Ashland, from 10am-12pm. Rain location: Bretting Center, 400 4th Ave W. Giving away backpacks, school supplies, and gym shoes. First come, first served (while supplies last). Children must be present to receive items. Hosted by Superior Shores Team- Thrivent Financial and the Sole Purpose. For more information, call 715-685-0605.
08/17/2019
Copper Falls State Park- Naturalist Programs at Copper Falls presents “Discover Loon Lake: Loon Ecology” (for kids) at 1pm. Meet at the beach with your own chair or blanket. For more information, call 715-274-5123.
08/17/2019
Chequamegon Archery Club Fall Festival, 3501 McDonald Rd., Ashland. Raffle games from 3-7pm, drawings start at 7pm. https://cacashland.weebly.com/ For more info email chequamegonarcheryclub@yahoo.com or Facebook message @ Chequamegon Archery Club.
08/17/2019
ABC Raceway Races: Summer Blast- Northern WI Fence & Outlaw Wraps & Apparel. Raceway located at 2187 Butterworth Road. Regular season races on Saturday night. Hot Laps- 6:15pm. Racing- 7pm. Grandstand opens at 5pm. For more information, go to www.abcraceway.com.
08/17/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Brian Setzer’s Rockabilly Riot,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/17-18/2019
Anishinaabe Culture Days at the Madeline Island Museum. With Ojibwe artists, musicians, and living history reenactors, this event will feature Ojibwe music, art, demonstrations, and exhibits. For more information call 715-747-2415 or email madelineisland@wisconsinhistory.org.
08/17-18/2019
Herbster Studio Art Tour from 10am-4pm. The 2019 Art Tour is a very special chance to see both nationally and regionally acclaimed weaver, painters, woodcarvers, quilters, jewelers, printmakers, ceramic artists, and fiber artists. Artists will open their galleries and home studios, showcasing a wide diversity of artistic talent. For more information visit http://herbsterstudioarttour.com/
08/18/2019
Chequamegon Food Co-op Presents: Farm Tours – South Route at 9am-3pm. Register by Wednesday, August 16. Caravan meets at the Co-op at 9am. Free, but reserve your spot! Tour- Curious where your food comes from? This is the chance you’ve been waiting for! Join us for this fantastic day of fun getting to know your farmers and taking behind the scenes tours. Specific farms and schedule TBA. www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com. 715-682-8251.
08/18/2019
Dairy Day on the Farm at Tetzners Dairy, Washburn, 11am-2pm. The event is free and open to all that would enjoy learning more about the dairy industry. Cookout style lunch, Little Farm Hands a hands on learn station, kids bags, ice cream, root beer floats, and a robot milking the cows! All milk and ice cream served is collected and processed at this dairy! It will be a fantastic food and learning day! Questions contact Peter at 715-682-0176
08/18/2019
Glidden’s Annual Brat Feed at “The Junction” in Clam Lake. For more information visit www.gliddenwi.org.
08/18/2019
Ashland County Fair Idol, 1-6pm, at the Ashland County Fair Grounds. Ages 11-18 and 18 & older. Cash Prizes and Gift Bags. To sign up contact Denise Rude 715-682-2774.
08/18/2019
Rookery Pub, 20100 County Highway M, Cable, will be hosting “David Blong Trio,” from 2-5pm. For more information, call 715-794-2062 or visit www.rookerypub.com.
08/18/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Phillip Phillips,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/19/2019
Madeline Island Museum, 226 Colonel Woods Ave, La Pointe, WI. Oral History Workshop with Fawn Youngbear-Tibbets and Students from Tribal Youth Media, 12-4pm. Learn about the importance of gathering Oral Histories and how to do that in a contemporary manner. Free and Open to the Public! Pre-registration requested: 715-747-2415 or madelineisland@wisconsinhistory.org
08/20/2019
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center- Invasive Species Identification Day, 12-4pm @theater. For more information, call 715-373-6167 or 715-685-2644.
08/20/2019
Lets Be Crafty at the Bretting Community Center! Starts at 5pm. Ages 8 and up. Cost: $5 per drop in. $25 for all advanced sign up. August 20th is Squirt Gun Painting. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/20/2019
Ashland Science on Tap hosts Julia Nepper Ph.D. Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Biochemistry, University of Wisconsin – Madison. She will be discussing “Unraveling Biofilm Formation From the Outside In”,” at 6:30pm at the Deep Water Grille-South Shore Brewery, 808 W. Main St. This talk is presented in partnership with UW-Madison Badger Talks Hub. For more information, call 715-682-4200 or visit www.ashlandscience.org.
08/20/2019
Bayfield Concerts by the Lake presents David Blong, Memorial Park, 15 Front Street, Bayfield, WI 54814, at 7pm, weather permitting. If it rains, it will relocate to the Madeline Island Ferry Terminal on Washington Avenue, Bayfield. These concerts are free and open to the public. Bring your own lawn chair or blankets. For more information, call 715-779-3335, or visit www.bayfield.org.
08/21/2019
55+ Health Expo, at the Bay Area Civic Center, 320 W. 4th Ave., from 9am-2pm. For more information, call 715-685-5181.
08/21/2019
Ashland Parks and Rec presents, “Rec and Read” at Kreher Park from 9:30-11am. Explore Ashland’s playgrounds, check out books, listen to a story, and play games. open to children of all ages for free! Rain Location: Bretting Community Center Gym. Parents must chaperone. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/21/2019
Madeline Island Museum Lecture: Dr. Tom Fitz, Professor of Geosciences at Northland College: Facing the Challenges of Mining, Resource Supply and Environmental Stewardship in a Changing World at 7pm. Learn about possible solutions to demand for resources versus the need for environmental stewardship at the local and global scale. This program is made possible by the generous support of Madeline Island Wilderness Preserve and the Apostle Islands Area Community Fund. Free and open to the public! Contact the museum for more information. 715-747-2415 www.wisconsinhistory.org/calendar/
08/22/2019
Vaughn Public Library- Teen Writing Club from 4:30-6:30 pm. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
08/22/2019
The Annual Ashland County Cleansweep- Household Hazardous Waste Collection. From 3-7pm at WITC-Ashland Campus (south parking lot). The Extension Ashland County Community Development Educator, Lissa Radke, will be partnering with Northerst Regional Planning Commission to put on this event. For more information, call 715-682-7017 or visit https://ashland.extension.wisc.edu/2019/06/03/hazardous-waste-collection/
08/22/2019
Bayfield Summer Music presents, “Composer’s Chorale” at 5:30pm at the Holy Family Catholic Church, 232 N First St, Bayfield. From Bayfield and Minneapolis, composer and organist Arthur Maud will present his music sung by a group of vocalist from the Twin Cities. Suggested donation: $12. For more information, visit www.bayfieldsummermusic.org or call Karen Trudeau at 715-742-3336.
08/22/2019
Cornucopia Summer Concert Series presents live music by, “The White Caps” from 6-9pm. Outside the Cornucopia Sweet Shop. Bring Grandma and the kids and enjoy a summer evening on the grass listening to sweet tunes by local artists. Picnics are welcome! Free family fun! For more information, visit www.cornucopiawisconsin.net.
08/23/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Back to the Garden: The Music of Woodstock,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/23/2019
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center- Bay Area Film Society presents “Biggest Little Farm”, 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-685-9983.
08/23/2019
Bad River Lodge & Casino- Falls Lounge Presents: Dave Bebeau. Show starts at 8pm. For more information, call 715-682-7121.
08/23-24/2019
Gun and Knife Show at the Bay Area Civic Center, 320 4th Ave. W. August 23 from 3-8pm and August 24 from 9am-4pm. Guns on display and for sale. For more information, call Ray at 715-292-8415.
08/23-25/2019
Odanah Manomin Celebration & Pow Wow at the Pow Wow Grounds. Manomin or, wild rice, is an integral part of Ojibwe history and the Bad River Tribe celebrates the growth and harvest of this natural staple with traditional dancing, singing, canoe races, marathons, and plenty of food. For more information, call 715-682-7111.
08/24/2019
Chequamegon Archery Club 30 Target 3-D Shoot, Registration 8am-4pm, 3501 McDonald Rd., Ashland. https://cacashland.weebly.com/calendar.html
08/24/2019
Music in the Park at Copper Falls State Park in Mellen. For more information, call 715-274-5123.
08/24/2019
Back to School Bash Saturday at 12-2pm. Free! But first come, first served. Party– Get ready to go back to school with this activity for the whole family! Check out samples of lunchbox friendly foods (and get the recipes). Free Co-op reusable lunch bags for first 100 kids! www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com. 715-682-8251.
08/24/2019
Youth Hike sponsored by the National Country Trail Association. 1-4pm. Meet hike leader, Cheryl Trieschmann, at the Lake Three Campground parking area on Mineral Lake Road, (FR 187) where participants will hike east in search of plants, animals, bugs, and birds. You never know what you may find during a walk in the woods! Cheryl plans on making this in and out hike a fun learning adventure. Appropriate for teens and pre-teens. Parents and interested adults are also welcome. For more information contact Kevin Schram, President, at 715-765-4789 or email che@northcountrytrail.org.
08/24/2019
Legendary Waters Resort and Casino presents, “Legendary Cribbage Tournament”. Registration starts at 3pm. Play begins at 5pm. For more information, call 800-226-8478 or visit www.legendarywaters.com.
08/24/2019
ABC Raceway Races: Championship Night- presented by Mountain Dew & WIMI-FM. Raceway located at 2187 Butterworth Road. Regular season races on Saturday night. Hot Laps- 6:15pm. Racing- 7pm. Grandstand opens at 5pm. For more information, go to www.abcraceway.com.
08/24/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “David Crosby and Friends,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/24/2019
Bad River Lodge & Casino Presents- “Groove Inc.” a high energy variety band with 5 amazing versatile musicians- Free Admission, doors open at 8pm, music starts at 9pm. For more information, call 715-682-7121.
08/24-25/2019
Madeline Island Museum, Artist Residency: Denise Lajimodiere (Turtle Mountain), award-winning poet and birch bark biting artist Denise Lajimodiere demonstrates The Art of Birch Bark Biting or mazinibakajige (“marks upon the bark”) at 10am–5pm daily. Museum entry fees apply. Contact the museum for more information. 715-747-2415 www.wisconsinhistory.org/calendar/
08/25/2019
Lost Creek Adventures, 22475 Hwy. 13, Cornucopia, presents ACA Level 3Kayak Instructor Update & Rolling Endorsement Course. For more information, call 715-953-2223 or visit www.lostcreekadventures.org.
08/25/2019
Rookery Pub, 20100 County Highway M, Cable, will be hosting “Matthew Griswold,” from 2-5pm. For more information, call 715-794-2062 or visit www.rookerypub.com.
08/25/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Lost Nation String Band Tribute,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
8/26/2019
WITC- Ashland classes start. For more information, call 715-682-4591.
8/26/2019
Mellen Rock Climbing, Gilman Park & Loon Lake Swimming from 11am-3pm for youth in grades 2^nd-6^th organized by Extension Ashland County along with our 4-H Teen Ambassadors & Volunteers. Registration required, call 715-682-7017. https://ashland.extension.wisc.edu/2019/05/16/elementary-adventure-days/
08/27/2019
Vaughn Public Library- Book Buzz discusses “Buccaneers” by Edith Wharton @ 6pm. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
08/27/2019
Bayfield Concerts by the Lake presents Foreign Object, Memorial Park, 15 Front Street, Bayfield, WI 54814, at 7pm, weather permitting. If it rains, it will relocate to the Madeline Island Ferry Terminal on Washington Avenue, Bayfield. These concerts are free and open to the public. Bring your own lawn chair or blankets. For more information, call 715-779-3335, or visit www.bayfield.org.
08/27-29/2019
Babysitters Training at the Bretting Community Center from 9am-12pm. This course is 11-15 yr olds who want the knowledge, skills, confidence, and certification to care for infants through school-ages children. Participants will learn the basics of First Aid and Child/Infant CPR. Cost: $40/Residents. $45/Non-residents. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/27-09/14/2019
Bayfield/Apostle Islands Annual Apostle Islands Lighthouse Celebration. For more information, call 715-779-5619 or visit www.lighthousecelebration.com.
08/28/2019
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, National Public Lands Day from 8:30am-12:30pm @ Theater and Multipurpose Room. If interested in volunteering for the planting activity, call Susan Nelson at 715-685-2644.
08/28/2019
Northland College Summer Programs presents, “Forest Lodge Tour” from 9-11am. For more information visit https://www.northland.edu/academics/community-learning/adult-programs/.
08/28/2019
Ashland Parks and Rec presents, “Rec and Read” at Central Railyard Park from 9:30-11am. Explore Ashland’s playgrounds, check out books, listen to a story, and play games. open to children of all ages for free! Rain Location: Bretting Community Center Gym. Parents must chaperone. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
08/28/2019
Madeline Island Museum Lecture: Tavis Lynch, Mushroom Farmer, Commercial Forager and Instructor at University of Wisconsin and WITC: Mushrooms of Madeline Island, Learn about local edibles and local toxic species at 7pm. This program is made possible by the generous support of Madeline Island Wilderness Preserve and the Apostle Islands Area Community Fund. Free and open to the public! Contact the museum for more information. 715-747-2415 www.wisconsinhistory.org/calendar/
08/29/2019
New Day Advocacy Center Ribbon Cutting, 301 Ellis Ave, 12noon. 715-682-9566.
08/29/2019
Bayfield Summer Music presents, “UMD Faculty Woodwind Quintet” at 5:30pm at the Bethesda Lutheran Church, 19 S Sixth St, Bayfield. A woodwind quintet from the University of Minnesota Duluth faculty brings their talents to close out our season. Suggested donation: $12. For more information, visit www.bayfieldsummermusic.org or call Karen Trudeau at 715-742-3336.
08/29/2019
Cornucopia Summer Concert Series presents live music by, “The Saints of Circumstance” from 6-9pm. Outside the Cornucopia Sweet Shop. Bring Grandma and the kids and enjoy a summer evening on the grass listening to sweet tunes by local artists. Picnics are welcome! Free family fun! For more information, visit www.cornucopiawisconsin.net.
08/29/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Brandi Carlile with opener The War and Treaty,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/30/2019
Glidden’s Brat Feed at the Fire and Rescue Hall, Downtown Glidden. For more information visit www.gliddenwi.org.
08/30/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Brandi Carlile with opener The War and Treaty,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/30-09/02/2018
Labor Day Fair with ball games, mud bog, arts & crafts, musical theater, carousal rides, and more! Held at the historic Marion Park in Glidden. For more information call 715-264-5444.
08/31/2019
Bargain Hut Gives Back Sale, 420 Chapple Ave., from 9am-1pm. Items will be for the community to take at no charge. This is open to anyone and everyone within the area. For more information, call 715-682-8522.
08/31/2019
Free Bike Maintenance Class “Brakes” at 10am at Bay City Cycles, 412 W Main St. RSVP by 5pm on Friday on Eventbrite as seating may be limited. Sponsored by Bay City Cycles and North Coast Cycling Association. For more information, call 715-682-2091.
08/31/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Supaman,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. Essentia Health Free Family 1:00 matinee. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/31/2019
Come See! “A Photographic Mission to Explore the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore” 4pm at the National Park Headquarters, Bayfield. Witness what happens when a small team of photographers work to capture spectacular 24 hour images from remote corners of the Apostle Islands, and then use them in an effort to protect the Park for future generations. Their program includes their iconic lighthouses and milky way, scenes from Devils and Stockton, and the unveiling of this year’s special release. Questions contact petersonerica05@gmail.com.
08/31/2019
Big Top Chautauqua presents “Tall Paul, Tanaya Winder, and Supaman,” at the tent, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-373-5552, or visit www.bigtop.org.
08/31/2019
Legendary Waters Resort and Casino- Lakefront Summer Celebration! Featuring live performances by Dan Petty and the Heart Shakers, The System: The Bob Seger Tribute. Free admission! For more information, call (800) 226 – 8478 or visit http://legendarywaters.com/
08/31-09/01/2019
Neighborly Shortstop, Chequamegon Bay Golf Club, 3000 Golf Course Rd. Please contact the Neighborly Bar in order to get signed up, at 715-682-9908.
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Madeline Island Museum, Oral History Workshop 10am–5pm daily. Contact the museum for more information. 715-747-2415 www.wisconsinhistory.org/calendar/