Calendar » FEBRUARY 2019

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Ashland High School Sports Schedule
Northland College Sports Schedule
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center. Lots to do and see at the Center. Walking trail, exhibits and observation tower. Check out their website for a complete schedule of events and happenings for the whole family.
Vaughn Public Library – It’s not just books anymore. Visit their website for a complete schedule of events and activities for the whole family.
East End Skating Rink is open. Warming house hours are Friday-Sunday 4-8pm. Located at 16th Ave E & 5th St E. The warming house will close if temperatures are below zero. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
Chequamegon Archery Club’s Indoor Shooting, 2600 Knight Rd, has open shooting Monday and Wednesday night from 5:30 to 7:30pm or later. Cost is $2 a night or $20 unlimited practice and $1 a night for 18 or $10 for unlimted practice. Membership required. The indoor range will be open thru March. For more information, call Jim Habas at 715-682-2090.
Wednesday Night Open Skating, at the Bay Area Civic Center, 320 W. 4th Ave., from 7-9pm. Wednesday night open skating will continue through March 15, 2017. Open to the public for a minimal fee. For more information, call 715-682-2221.
Sundays on Chequamegon Bay, Car Ice-Races, at 11pm. Weather and ice conditions permitting. For more information and updates on start date, visit the Ashland Ice-Racing Facebook page here.
Winter Fat Bike Ride sponsored by the North Coast Cycling Association every Saturday. Riders will meet at Big Water Coffee in Bayfield at 9:30am and decide the ride location from there. For more information, visit www.northcoastcycling.com or call 715-209-8126.
February at Mt. Ashwabay: Ski Hill Road, Bayfield. Call 715-779-3227 or visit www.mtashwabay.org for cost and more info.
Bad River Lodge and Casino presents ” Fast Cash Fridays” every Friday in February from 7-11pm. Win up to $10,000 cash! For more information call 715-682-7121.
Bad River Lodge and Casino presents “Winter Wonder Bucks” cash drawings every Saturday in February from 7-11pm. $11,000 total giveaway. For more information, call 715-682-7121.
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.
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Painting Class with Betty Sitbon: Gustav Klimt/ Lovers at Freehands Lakeside at 10am. For more information call 715-685-2583.
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Kinder Kritters-Forest Critters at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 11-11:45am. From the treetops, all the way down to the forest floor, we’ll explore animal life among the trees. For more information visit www.nglvc.org.
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Ticket sale for the Father-Daughter Dinner Dance,which takes place February 23 or 24, at the Lake Superior Elementary School 4:30-6pm. Calling all fathers and daughters, young and old! Hosted by the Lake Superior Elementary Parent Teacher Organization, from 6-9:30pm at the AmericInn Conference Center in Ashland. Tickets are $25. For more information, call Tricia Lund at 715-682-7085.
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Annual No-Snow Snowman Contest. The Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce would like to challenge its members to participate in the “No-Snow Snowman Contest.” What is it and how does it work? Businesses who call the Chamber at 715-682-2500 and register will be accepting the challenge to build a snowman. This snowman can be built out of any desired material (can include snow) and placed in front of their business. The Chamber will take pictures and upload them to its Facebook page. The winner will be determined by the amount of “likes” each snowman receives. One grand prize winner will receive $100 in Chamber Dollars. The snowman needs to be out on display in front of the business. For more information on registration, rules, and prizes, call 715-682-2500.
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Ashland Healthcare Professional Day Conference at the WITC Conference Center. Free. Welcome is at 8:15am. From 8:30-9:30 is Type 2 Diabetes, 9:30-10:30 is Overlap: The puzzle of pediatric mental illnesses symptoms and treatments, 10:45-11:45 will be Domestic Violence, 12:30-1:30 is Power of attorney, guardianship, and end-of-life issues, 1:30-2:30 is Common issues in the Postpartum Period, 2:45-3:45 is Men in Nursing. Must register by Jan 31. Call 715-682-4591.
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Laua Themed Dance Party at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Social Hall from 5-8pm. Concessions, games, raffles, and more! A Home & School Association Event. 715-682-7622
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Live Music with Barb With at Freehands Lakeside from 6-9pm. For more information 715-685-2583.
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Chequamegon Theatre Association presents “Love Sick” performances, 210 5th Ave E, Ashland. Evening shows at 7:30pm, Sunday matinees at 2pm. Tickets available at Moore’s Army Navy. 715-682-8012. www.ctatheatre.org.
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Annual Winter Meeting of the Chequamegon North Country Trail at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center at 9am-12pm. The Chapter’s Annual Midwinter meeting is open to the public. For more information visit www.nglvc.org.
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Painting Class with Betty Sitbon: Flock Together at Freehands Lakeside at 10am. For more information call 715-685-2583.
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The Annual Ashwabay Summit Cross Country Ski Race at Mt. Ashwabay, 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. For more information go to www.4hcanski.org or www.ashwabaysummitskirace.com.
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Snow Gypies Snowmobile Club Fisheree at the Timber Breeze Resort. N16243 Lake Shore Dr, Butternut. For more information call 715-762-3001 or visit www.timberbreeze.com.
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Guided Fat Bike Tours. February 3rd. 1-4pm. Farm Road Trails (On Farm Road, 1/4 mile south of Binsfield Road). Join us for guided tours on Ashland’s fat bike trails, guided launch at 1 and 2. Friendly un-timed race at 3. Hot Toddies at the bike shop at 4. Fat bike demos available on site. For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/934746243348651/
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Sessions from the Martin Hanson Theatre featuring Yazmin Bowers at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 2-4pm. Ed Willett and Cheryl Leah of “Chance” present: “Sessions from the Martin Hanson”. This concert series now in it’s third season continues to feature Chance in collaboration with many of the areas gifted songwriters and on February 3rd their featured guest will be the singer/songwriter/pianist Yazmin Bowers. Yazmin continues a multi-generational tradition found her family tree of choosing music as her life’s work. At a young age she fell in love with Cuban music and has spent over a decade studying with master in the field Rebeca Mauleón-Santana, among others. Two winters ago she finally fulfilled her dream of living in Havana, Cuba to study music and dance at the Instituto Superior de Arte. Currently she’s in the production stage of her third album, which was recorded in Cuba with her production team at Mo.Record Studio. “She has the gift, the drive, and the reckless abandon of an artist on a mission and we’re honored to have her with us”. – Ed Willett. Tickets at the door. For more information visit www.nglvc.org.
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Ashland Chamber Music Society presents “Bay Area Ensemble” at Presbyterian-Congregational Church, at 7:30pm. For more information, call 715-682-5795, or visit www.ashlandchambermusic.org.
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23rd Annual Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race. Start/finish line located 15 miles north of downtown Bayfield at Echo Valley Gravel Pit on St. Hwy. 13. Races begin at 10am on both days. For more information, call 715-779-3335, or visit www.bayfield.org.
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Bad River Lodge and Casino presents, ” Super Cash Sunday!”. Registration begins at 8am. Win $200 in cash! Hourly drawings from 4-9pm. For more information call 715-682-7121.
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At the Table: Communities & Utilities Working Together to Deliver Renewable Energy & and Upgraded Grid at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 6:30-8pm. Sponsored by UW Ext, Chequamegon Bay Renewables and Ashland City. For more information visit www.nglvc.org.
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Northland College presents SnoFest, an excellent time to blow off steam in the dead of winter! It’s a week packed with fun, safe, and exciting challenges that consist of teams and selected, senior judges. This year NCSA have some super fun changes to encourage everyone to join in on the fun. For more information, visit www.northland.edu or email ncsa@northland.edu.
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Written Off Documentary at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 5:30-7pm. Sponsored by Ashland and Bayfield County Health Departments. For more information visit www.nglvc.org.
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WITC Hosts 2018-2021 Strategic Planning Town Hall Meeting from 11:30-1pm. The college is inviting community members as well as WITC staff, current students and alumni to attend the Town Hall meeting and share their input. For more information call 715-682-4591.
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Renewable Energy Workshop Series- Community Solar at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor from 6:30-8pm. Presenter: Bill Bailey, Chequamegon Bay Renewables. For more information visit https://bayfield.uwex.edu/2017/11/09/renewable-energy-workshop-series/.
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Art Class with Betty Sitbon: Gold Leaf and Torn Paper Collage at Freehands Lakeside at 7pm. For more information call 715-685-2583.
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Chequamegon Theatre Association presents “Love Sick” performances, 210 5th Ave E, Ashland. Evening shows at 7:30pm, Sunday matinees at 2pm. Tickets available at Moore’s Army Navy. 715-682-8012. www.ctatheatre.org.
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Date Night: Italian Style at the Chequamegon Food Co-op from 5:30-7:30pm. Cost: $20/$15 owner. Registration dealine: February 7. Grab a friend or a loved one and work together to create an Italian meal from scratch. For more information call 715-682-8251.
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Live Music with Yazmin Bowers at Freehands Lakeside from 6-9pm. For more information call 715-685-2583.
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Valentine Specials at the Rookery Pub, 20100 County Hwy M, in Cable. Click here to view the menu. Dinner reservations are highly recommended. 715-794-2062.
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Wild Rose Barn Pre-Valentines Shopping Day. 9am to noon.A variety of vendors onsite, Lindsey with Everyone’s an Artist will be hosting a paint event, and we will be selling mimosas so ladies/gentlemen can sip and shop! People interested in the painting can sign up with Lindsey through her Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/events/181754592416547/
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WI DNR Safety Instructor Training at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 9am-12pm. The WI DNR is offering a re-certification workshop designed to keep existing safety instructors in the loop and up to date with the programs. However, anyone interested in becoming an instructor is welcome to attend, as the workshop counts as one of the two required classes needed to complete their apprenticeship. If anyone not already certified as an instructor wishes to attend, email Katelyn.juza@wisconsin.gov. An application and background check will need to be completed prior to that date. Existing safety instructors can enroll by emailing Katelyn or by using gowild.wi.gov. (ATV, Snow, Boat, and Hunter). For more information visit www.nglvc.org.
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Ashland Bayfield County Sportsmen 16th Annual Kids’ Ice Fishing Contest, Kreher Park, Ashland, from 11am-2pm. Free to all kids ages 5-15. Two age classes: 5-9 and 10-15. First 300 kids get prizes. Bring your own poles and tackle. Register at pavilion before going on the ice. For more information, call 715-373-2088.
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Ashland Valentine Gymnastic Meets Ashland High School Gymnastic meet starts at 11am.
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Freehands Lakeside presents, “Make a Rug!” from 1-4pm. For more information call 715-685-2583.
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North Coast Cycling Association and the US Forest Service invite you to the Valhalla Recreation Area Winter Sports Party, 1-4pm. Be Part of Valhalla’s Next Chapter of Outdoor Recreation History. Winter Sports Enthusiasts Welcome: Skiers, snowshoers, bikers, sledders and snowmobilers. Bring your friends and family to enjoy the mixed use trails. The party and trail outings start at 1pm from the Chalet. Gather at the chalet to connect with an outing group . Outing leaders will be available for skiing, snowshoeing and biking on the Valkyrie mixed – use trail system. Choose the distance that best fits you. Trails allow for shortening your outing. Return to the chalet to enjoy FREE food , drink and socializing after your outing.FREE Food, beverages bowls , cups and utensils are provided. Please add to the meal if desired. An On-Snow Bike Training Clinic for new riders will be offered by NCCA members. Fat bike rentals are available at Bay City Bikes at 715-682-5091 or from Tom Hart. The Bayfield Bike Route at 715-209-6864. If no rental bikes are available contact John Murphy at murph007swat@gmail.com or call 715-209-8169 to reserve a bike. Door Prizes will be given away at 3:30pm. The U.S. Forest Service is an equal opportunity employer.
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Valentine Specials at the Niblick Bar & Grill, 3000 Golf Course Rd, Ashland. For more information call 715-682-8800.
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Legendary Waters Resort & Casino, 37600 Onigamiing Dr, presents “Legendary Cribbage Tournament” at 5pm. Registration begins 3pm. For more information, call 800-226-8478 or visit www.legendarywaters.com.
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Valentine’s Day Dinner Special at the Bad River Lodge and Casino from 5-10pm. Surf & Turf, Ribeye Steak & 5-6 oz Lobster. $24.95+ tax. Salad Bar & Non-Alcoholic Beverage included. No reservations needed. For more information call 715-682-7121.
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Copper Falls Candlelight Ski & Snowshoe, 36764 Copper Falls Rd, Mellen, from 5:30-8:30pm. 2.5k ski trail and 1.5k snowshoe trail. Event will be cancelled if temperature is 0 degrees or below. For more information, call 715-274-2612.
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Music at the Bad River Lodge and Casino by “Souled Out”. Doors open at 8pm, music starts at 9pm. Free admission! For more information call 715-682-7121.
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North End Classic Cross-Country Ski Race. 12.5K, 25K, and cookie classic kid’s races. Race begins at 10am at the Birkie Trail at west end of Powerline near North End Trailhead, finishes at North End Cabin. For more information, call 715-798-3599, email rbergin@cheqnet.net, or visit www.norwiski.com/…/north-end-classic-ski-race/.
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Fall Prevention Workshop with Jen Torborg of Orthepedic & Spine Therapy at the Bayfield Rec Center from 4-5pm. Sign up by calling 715-685-9656 or emailing jtorborg@ostpt.com. Register by February 5. $10 per person.
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Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board next webinar will be at 11am. On-the-Job Training as a Solution for Your Hiring Needs will be presented by Connie Constantine, CEP – Regional Manager, and Tasha Hagberg, CEP – Business Consultant. The webinar will answer these questions and more: Ever wonder where all the Federal Dollars to create new jobs and put people back to work go? It’s here. And it’s not a secret. There are funds available in Northwest Wisconsin waiting to be used! Tune in to find out how On-The-Job-Training dollars can help you find workers and help offset the costs to hire and train your next employee. The webinar will be 30 minutes long with time dedicated afterwards for questions. Registration is available at: http://www.nwwib.com/bizserviceswebinars/. For more information contact Melissa Rabska at 715-682-9141 or mrabska@nwwib.com.
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Crazy for Creole at the Chequamegon Food Co-op from 5:30-7:30pm. Cost: $20/ $15 owner. Registration deadline: February 9. Hands On- It’s Mardi Gras and what better way to celebrate than with a homemade Creole meal! Creole cooking derives its flavors mostly from French and Spanish traditions, with Italian, African, German, Caribbean, Portuguese, and even Native American thrown in. The results are often complex and spicy. For more information call 715-682-8251.
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Bad River Lodge and Casino presents, ” Fat Cash Tuesday” from 1-8pm. For more information call 715-682-7121.
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Wellness Wednesday at the Chequamegon Food Co-op all day. Free! No reservation necessary. Meet & Greet- Stop by and learn more about the local wellness products and services. Local wellness product markers and practitioners will be in- store throughout the day (Look for a list and schedule online). Owners also receive 10% off wellness products. For more information call 715-682-8251.
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2nd Street Bistro Valentine’s Special, Dinner Special and a harpist playing starting at 5pm. Call for reservations. 715-682-6444.
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Burger Barn Valentines Buffet!! Bring your sweetie to the Burger Barn for a delicious meal! 5-9pm. Must make reservations. Limited space. Reservations will be first come first serve. Text 715-209-5930 or email jacksonk@jacksstoreinc.com. No regular menu this day during buffet. Restaurant will be closed from 3-5 to prepare!
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Valentine’s Day Dinner Specials at the Stagecoach Bar and Grill. For more information 715-292-6710.
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Freehands Lakeside is having a fantastic Valentine’s day special. Treat your sweetheart and yourself to a fabulous dinner, flowers and a bottle of wine for $100, add a room at the inn and you get dinner and a room for only $200! Reservation only. Fore more information call 715-685-2583.
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Legendary Waters Resort & Casino Valentines Day Specials! Dinner includes complimetary champagne, steak & jumbo shrimp, soup & salad, desserts, and refreshments. $50 dinner for 2. Also Valentine’s Day hotel specials include $50 One Night Hotel Stay for Two. Double Queen or King Deluxe Room. Win sweet treats with the day’s promotion prizes! 800-226-8478.
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“Valentine’s Day Friend Drawing” at the Bad River Lodge and Casino. Hourly Drawings from 6-10pm. You win $100 bring a friend and they win $100! Must be a players club member. For more information call 715-682-7121.
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Home Expressions Spring Open House 10am to 8pm.
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Kill the chill with chili for the Museum fundraiser! Here’s your chance to kill the winter chill and get together with old friends! The Ashland Historical Society Museum will be host to a “Chili Feed” fundraiser from 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15. Featured on the evening’s menu will be delicious chili, cornbread, desserts and beverages. Enjoy good food and drinks, great conversations with friends, Museum exhibits, and music from the 1950’s, 60’s, and 70’s on the Museum’s free jukebox. Cost at the door, for all the fun and food, is just $8 per person. So come for the fun and at the same time help support Ashland’s non-profit Historical Museum. The Museum is located at 216 Main Street West. For more information call 715-682-4911.
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Vibrant Downtown Event sponsored by NorthLakes Community Clinic & Moore’s Army Navy. Stop by Moore’s and say Hello. Special 20% discount off regular priced merchandise during this event.Locally owned and operated since 1946. Moore’s Army Navy is a cornerstone of Historic Main Street in Ashland, and serves the community by providing affordable clothing and footwear for the entire family. SPECIAL: 20% discount off regular priced merchandise during this event. Light refreshments will be served. 5:30-7:30pm
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Ashland High School Gymnastics vs Wisconsin Rapids Lincoln at 5:45pm 715-682-7089.
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Polka Party on the Bay! Kick off Book Across the Bay with a Polka Party on the bay! Enjoy music, food, drinks, and dancing at this community celebration open to absolutely everyone. There is no admission charge. Join your friends and neighbors in the big tent at Maslowski Beach for an evening of hometown fun on the frozen shores of Lake Superior from 6-10pm! Parking available on the lake. 715-682-1811 or 715-682-1211.
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Live Music with Barefoot Wonder at Freehands Lakeside from 6-9pm. For more information call 715-685-2583.
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FREE Fat Bike Demo from 10am-2pm at Maslowksi Beach. Will be by the big white Book Across the Bay Tent. Learn why fat-bikes are the fastest growing trend in bicycling and in winter sports. With tires that look inspired by monster trucks,fat-bikes float over terrain and make you feel like a big kid. Local bikers will teach you the basics of the bike, gear, and riding technique showing you a new side of winter. For more information call 715-682-7059.
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Bay City Sledding Days! Bohemian Hall, 319 11th Ave E, open as a warming house for sledding from 10am-3pm. For more information call 715-682-7059.
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Glidden Snobears Annual Fundraiser Toilet Seat Races, Chinese Auction/ Chili & Soup Cook Off at Roxy’s Bar in Glidden. Registration 11am, race at 12noon, chinese auction starts at 12noon, and drawing at 3pm. Get a chance to win Las Vegas Package, casino getaways, and gift certificates!Soup Chili Cook-off at 1pm. Meat & Bucket Raffle to benefit the club. For rules and regulations or more information, contact Bob at 608-852-7436.
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Bar Stool Races in Drummond on Brian Miller Hill behind the Black Bear Inn on Hwy. 63, Drummond. Registration is at 11am, race starts at 12pm. For more information, call 715-739-6313 or visit www.drummondwi.com.
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Book It Kids Run! A free, fun, race for children 12 and under. Registration and Bib pick up for Book It will be at Solstice Outdoors starting at 10am. The race starts at 11am for 8-12 year olds and 11:30am for 8 and under. All participant will receive a commemorative medal, hot chocolate, and cookies! Questions please call 715.682.3590 For more information, visit solsticeoutdoorstore.com or call 715-682-3590.
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Freehands Lakeside Pre-pampering. Upstairs in the Bodin and Equadon room, we will have vendors from 12-3 set up to help you get ready for the 2018 Book Across the Bay, 22nd Edition race! Featuring: Arbonne with Lindsey Pray offering choice of mini foot or hand spa and a guided Arbonne facial with vegan certified gluten-free products and Inland Sea Massage with Sarah Garner offering a 25 minute massage for $15 with hot eucalyptus towels for your back and feet.
Downstairs in the café, we will have healthy smoothies available ($1 off if you are doing the book) great coffee drinks, homemade chili and all beef hotdogs set up outside ! Regular lunch menu inside. And as always, our food is NEVER from Sysco and always farm-to-table food fresh! Call now to reserve your timeslot. 715-563-0323 walk-ins are welcome but time is limited!
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Book Across the Bay at Maslowski Beach, Ashland, at 6pm. Cross-country ski race and snowshoe trek across Chequamegon Bay guided by luminary candlelight, the course finishes in Washburn at Thompson’s West End Park. For more information, call 715-682-2500, or visit www.batb.org.
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Bad River Lodge and Casino presents, “Annual Karaoke Contest Preliminaries”. Registration is 7-8pm. First Place: $1,500, 2nd place: $1,000, 3rd place: $750. Must be 21 years or older. Grand Finale is March 17. For more information call 715-682-7121.
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Ashland High School Sweeties Dance, in the Commons at AHS, 1900 Beaser Ave., from 8pm-12midnight. For more information, call 715-682-7089.
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Stagecoach Bar and Grill has the band “Bottoms Up” playing from 9pm-1am. For more information call 715-292-6710.
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Bike Across the Bay in Ashland at 10am, hosted by North Coast Cycling Association. The race will start at 10am from the Washburn Shore. Registration will be from 8:30-9:30am at the Harbor View Restaurant (the former Steak Pit), 125 Harbor View Dr, Washburn. Fees: $15 by Feb 13-$20 day of ride, family of 3 or more-$10 each. Studded and nonstudded categories. Winners awarded for both distances. For more information, call 715-373-2114 or visit www.northcoastcycling.com.
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Ashland Ice Racing KIDS MEET THE DRIVERS! So grab your youngsters and come on out for a fun filled day of car racing on Chequamegon Bay! Flag drops at 11am! Maslowski Beach. Check them out on Facebook
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Chequamegon Theatre Association presents “Too Much Light Makes The Baby Go Blind” auditions, 210 5th Ave E, Ashland. For more information call 715-682-8012 or visit www.ctatheatre.org.
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No School Monday Open Skating at the Bay Area Civic Center 11:30am-1:30pm. Ashland Youth Hockey Association
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JET Travel presents Travel Talk: Essential Oils & Travel Wellness. Join Us at 6pm! We will have a super special guest speaker tell us everything that is essential oils! Here at JET Travel we are firm believers in essential oils for travel and we urge you to give them a try! We will be creating some DIY recipes for travel. $5 for each item being made. Please RSVP http://ilovetojet.com/oilwithvicky/ 715-682-9591
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Heart Healthy Eating at the Chequamegon Food Co-op from 6-7:30pm. Free! No reservations necessary. Demonstration- Clinical Dietition Meredith Johnson from the Memorial Medical Center will be in-store to talk you through making heart healthy choices. Stop by to try tasty samples, grab delicious recipes, and ask tips on how to eat for your heart health. For more information call 715-682-8251.
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Ashland Science On Tap presents Brenda Moraska Lafranscois, PhD with “Plumes, Blooms and Plastic Spoons: Emerging Coastal Resource Issues in the Apostle Islands Area”, 808 W. Main St., at 6:30pm. For more information, call 715-682-4200 or visit www.ashlandscience.org.
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Bay City Cycles, 412 West Main St – Fitness Sale! Buy any trainer, shoes, or apparel over $50 and receive a free fitness nutrition/hydration kit! Limited while supplies last.
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Scandinavian Rag Rug Workshop at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center form 9am-12pm. Scandinavian loop weaving is a simple and durable technique that uses no thread or looms, and turns trash into treasure! Bring 1-2 old bed sheets (any size will work) or other fabric that can be easily torn into strips, and a pair of sharp scissors. Some extra materials will be on hand. You will take your rug home to finish. Younger students are welcome with an adult helper. Space is limited. Register by February 19 by mailing a check to Friends of the Center, 29270 Cty Hwy G, Ashland WI 54806. Cost is $10 per person. Call 715-798-3890 for more info. Partially funded by the Friends of the Center, Alliance Ltd.
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“Resilience- How We Can Make a Difference in out Children’s Lives” at the Harbor View Event Center, 130 Harbor View Drive, Washburn. Doors open at 6pm with snacks, and movie starts at 6:30pm. Admission is free! A one-hour documentary that delves into the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the birth of a new movement to treat and prevent Toxic Stress. Now understood to be one of the leading causes of everything from heart disease and cancer to substance abuse and depression, extremely stressful experiences in childhood can alter brain development and have lifelong effects on heath and behavior.
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Loon Watch 40th Anniversary Lecture Series at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 6:30-7:30pm. Common Loon Migration- Challenges Faced Throughout the Annual Cycle with Kevin Kenow. Sponsored by the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute Look Watch Program. For more information visit www.nglvc.org or call 715-682-9983.
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Fermented Foods at the Chequamegon Food Co-op from 5:30-7:30pm. Cost: $20/$15 owner. Registration deadline: February 20. Hands On- Learn the history and benefits of fermented foods from master fermenters. You’ll even get a chance to try your hand at making purple kraut. For more information call 715-682-8251.
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“60 minutes of Solar!” at Northland College Alvord Theatre, 1411 Ellis Ave, Ashland from 6-7pm. Learn how you can use community solar to power your buisness or home. Ou Solar Connect Community Room program, currently the largest in Wisconsin, is an option for all Xcel Energy Wisconsin electric customers. The 60-minute session inculdes a breif presentation and time for Q & A. For more information call 800-824-1688.
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American Birkebeiner, on the 107-kilometer Birkie Trail from Cable to Hayward, for skaters, and 55K for classic skiers. North America’s largest cross-country ski marathon. For more information, call 800-872-2753 or visit www.birkie.com
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“Damn Yankees” performance at the Ashland High School, 1900 Beaser Ave, Ashland. February 22-24 at 7pm and February 24 again at 2pm. $5 per ticket (available at the door). For more information, call 715-682-7089.
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Live Music from Nick Parent at Freehand Lakeside at 6pm. For more information call 715-685-2583.
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Annual Father-Daughter Dinner Dance. Calling all fathers and daughters, young and old! Hosted by the Lake Superior Elementary Parent Teacher Organization, from 6-9:30pm at the AmericInn Conference Center in Ashland. Tickets are $25. Tickets will be on sale February 1 at the Lake Superior Elementary School 4:30-6pm. For more information, call Tricia Lund at 715-682-7085.
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Claus Kraetke Memorial Ice Fishing Jamboree at Donner’s Bay Resort on the Turtle Flambeau Flowage, 2974 Hiawatha Rd., Butternut, from 7am-4pm. For more information, call 715-476-2555.
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Mellen Rod and Gun Club Fishing Contest on Lake Galilee, from 8am-3pm. Prize drawings are from 12:00 to 3:00. Sponsored by Mellen Rod & Gun Club. For more information, call 715-274-2136.
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Making Wine & Fruit Vinegars at the Chequamegon Food Co-op from 10am-12pm. Cost: $20/$15 owner. Registration deadline: February 22. Hands On- Get a quick intro to the different types of vinegars, how they are made, and their different characteristics. You’ll learn an easy to follow procedure for culturing homemade and healthful vinegars and go home with a bacterial “mother” to make your own at home. For more information call 715-682-8251.
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WI Pollinator Protection Planning- Best Mngmt Practices in Beekeeing at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 10am-12pm. Brought by Northern District Of the Wisconsin Honey Producers. Presenting: Dan Ziehli from Wisconsin Department of Ag. For more information call 715-685-9983 or visit www.nglvc.org.
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Ashland Ice Racing – Come on out for our King Of The Bay special event starting at 11am. First place in points is guaranteed $500 to win with a first place feature finish bonus! It’s a one day race that’s bound to be full of entertainment for all. Oh and don’t forget those ladies as we are having a powder puff race and the winner takes the trophy! We will be racing our normal Sunday on the 25th as well so drivers are more than welcome to grab a hotel and join us on Sunday. Ashland Ice Racing.

Sessions from the Martin Hanson theatre with “Chance” and Marlin Ledin at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 2-4pm. Ed Willett and Cheryl Leah of “Chance” present: “Sessions from the Martin Hanson”. This concert series now in it’s third season continues to feature Chance in collaboration with many of the areas gifted songwriters and on February 24th their featured guest will be the singer and songwriter Marlin Ledin . Marlin is a songwriter I had the pleasure of working with this last summer making a film to support launch his new E.P. His songs evoke a fresh idealism but with an added contextual layer of being a young adult in a struggling world. As Marlin puts it “he’s trying to find the crossroads where people, the wilderness,and music greet one another”, it’s hard to imagine a more appropriate sentiment for a guest in our series. – Ed Willett. Tickets at the door. For more information visit www.nglvc.org
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Neighborly Bar 2017 Ice Fishing Tourney. Cash prizes for 7 categories, including lake trout, walleye, northern, perch, and other trout and salmon. Along with crowning of “King of the Bay” to whoever catches the largest fish. Entry fee includes contest, food, and prizes. All Wisconsin rules apply. All fish must be registered by 4:45pm on February 24. Event features RAFFLES—MUSIC—FOOD—DRINK SPECIALS. For more information, call the Neighborly at 715-682-9908.
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White Winter Winery 7th Annual Cellar Jazz Concert. A benefit for the Essentia Health Breast Cancer Primary Prevention and Early Intervention Program enjoy an evening of jazz music performed by acclaimed Chicago band, Serendipity at the White Winter Winery, 68323A Lea Street, Iron River, 6-9pm. Enter a Speakeasy themed concert hall including gaming and prizes, White Winter Wines, cider and spirits and light refreshments. Tickets $40 single; $70 couple. Purchase tickets online at www.whitewinter.com or by calling 715-372-5656.
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Ashland Youth Hockey Squirts Tournament. For more information, visit www.ashlandhockey.org.
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Mt. Ashwabay 16th Annual King & Queen of the Mountain, 32525 Ski Hill Road, Bayfield, from 9am-4:30pm. For more information, call 715-779-3227 or www.mtashwabay.com.
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Winterfest 2018 at Northern Pines Gold Course & Event Center from 12-4pm! Free family fun games, 50/50 raffle, free snowshoeing, free sledding, free face painting & cookie decorating, and meet retired & rescued sled dogs!! Food will be available for purchase.
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Ashland High School Pops Concert in the High School gym at 1:30pm. For more information call 715-682-7089.
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Ice Cave Programs at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 2-3pm. Retired teacher, Tom Gerstenberger will be providing a slideshow of the ice caves that have been drawing huge audiences in the past years when they have been accessible. For more information visit www.nglvc.org.
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Wisconsin Technology Council holds a meeting at WITC– Ashland Campus. Hear about progress and challenges in building a stronger infrastructure for broadband in Northern Wisconsin at the meeting of the Tech Council Innovation Network in Ashland. This Tech Council Innovation Network event is in partnership with the Ashland Area Development Corp. and the Bayfield County Economic Development Corp. The event will be at the WITC Ashland campus, 2100 Beaser Ave., conference rooms 306-307. Angie Dickison, Wisconsin state broadband director, will outline emerging broadband strategies across northern Wisconsin. Tom Still of WITC will moderate as panelists discuss examples of progress and their hopes for the future. Panelists are: Jason Douglas, CEO, Memorial Medical Center., Jeff Lee, director of operations, Norvado, and Chuck Porter, managing partner/owner, Superior Sauna & Steam. Networking and hors d’oeuvres start at 5 p.m., the presentation at 6 p.m. The cost is $10. Register at http://www.cvent.com/d/9tqwwr/4W.
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Bagel Basics at Chequamegon Food Co-op from 5:30-7:30pm. Cost: $20/$15 owner. Registration deadline: Feb. 23. Hands On- Soft, chewy bagels from scratch can be yours. You’ll learn how a little bit on flour, yeast, water, salt, and sweetener can be turned into a delicious dough. Plus, try your hand poaching, shaping, and baking. For more information call 715-682-8251.
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Chamber Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening at Wilson Physical Therapy, SC,. The Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce would like to encourage Ambassadors, Chamber Members and Guests to attend the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening, of the new Pelvic Health and Pediatric Specialties to “Wilson Physical Therapy”, 400 3^rd Ave West, (Depot Building), at 5pm. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served during the ribbon cutting. For more information call the Ashland Chamber at 715-682-2500.
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Aqua Zumba Pool Party! At the Bayfield Recreation Center with Linda Warren. $10 per date 6-7pm. Instead of scheduling a series of Aqua Zumba this winter, we are offering stand-alone pool party dates. Beat the winter blahs with a little Zumba and follow up with some time in the hot tub! No need to preregister. For more information call 715-779-5408.
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Ashland’s Parks Help Make it a Bird City at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 7-9pm. Presented by Sara Hudson City of Ashland Park and Recreation Director. Sponsored by Chequamegon Audubon Society, Friends of the North Pikes Creek Wetlands. For more information visit www.nglvc.org.

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