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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. Staff will be there Friday-Sunday 4-8pm as available. Located at 16th Ave E & 5th St E. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
Mt. Ashwabay Winter Season Events/Programs. Saturday Kids Youth Night from January 24- March 13 from 4-9pm, Saturdays MadSki program from January 11-February 22 (10am-noon), and Sundays NASTAR racing starting January 5- March 8 at 1:30pm. For more information, call 715-779-3227, or visit www.mtashwabay.org.
Computer Clinic for Beginners, Tuesdays from 4:30-6pm at the Vaughn Public Library. WITC students will assist learners in the meeting room on the 2nd Floor. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
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.
Cornhole League at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino on Wednesdays, Now-April 1 in the Event Center. Register your team and pay membership fee at Legendary Gift Shop. Must be 21 or older. For more information, visit www.legendarywaters.com.
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.
Bad River Lodge & Casino presents, “2020 VIP” Every Thursday in February, 8am-11:45pm. Win cash and rewards play! For more information, visit www.badriver.com.
Wednesday Night Open Skating, at the Bay Area Civic Center, 320 W. 4th Ave., from 7-9pm. Wednesday night open skating will continue. Open to the public for a minimal fee. For more information, call 715-682-2221.
Money Bags Fridays at Bad River Lodge & Casino, every Friday in February from 7pm-11pm. Chance to win up to $10,000. For more information, visit www.badriver.com
02/01-15/2020
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.
02/01/2020
The Annual 4-H CANSKI 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.
02/01/2020
Dribbling Dockers at the Ashland High School Field House, 10-11am. Dribbling Dockers registration is FREE for all K-1 students. The goal of this program is to teach fundamental skills of the game of basketball to youth in fun, organized and educational ways. This class is taught by adult coaches and High School students- athletes from the Ashland High School boys and girls basketball programs under the direction of the Ashland Athletic Department. Any questions email Ricky Bretting at rickybretting@gmail.com.
02/01/2020
Ashland High School Sweeties Dance, in the Commons at AHS, 1900 Beaser Ave., from 8-11pm. For more information, call 715-682-7089.
02/01-02/2020
25th 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.
02/01-02/2020
Chequamegon Theatre Association presents Art by “Yasmina Reza”, 210 5th Ave E, Ashland. Evening shows at 7:30pm. Sunday Matinees at 2pm. Tickets are available at Moores On Main. For more information, call 715-682-8012 or visit www.ctatheatre.org.
02/02/2020
Bad River Lodge & Casino presents, “Groundhog Day Kiosk”, 8am-11:45pm, Win Rewards play! 30 base points from previous month or 15 base points day of. For more information, visit www.badriver.com.
02/02-03/2020
Chequamegon Theatre Association presents “Godspell” auditions, 210 5th Ave E, Ashland. For more information, call 715-682-8012 or visit www.ctatheatre.org.
02/04/2020
Vaughn Public Library presents, Monthly Movie Matinee showing “Judy”, 1:30 pm. Legendary performer Judy Garland (Renee Zellweger) arrives in London in the winter of 1968 to perform a series of sold-out concerts. PG-13 Drama-Romance. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
02/05/2020
Australian Wildlife Relief Benefit, 4-7pm, in the Alley. All You Can Eat Buffet, Proceeds will be donated to Wildlife Victoria + Australian CFS. For more information, call 715-682-4200.
02/05/2020
Fish Licker Improv! at the Vaughn Library, Meeting Room, 6-8pm. The class practices are free and open to all regardless of age, background, or experience. For more information, contact fishlickerimprov@gmail.com, 715-292-6532, or visit their Facebook page.
02/06/2020
Kill the Chill with chili for the Ashland Historical Society Museum fundraiser! From 4:30-6pm. Here’s your chance to kill the winter chill and get together with old friends! Featured on the evening’s menu will be delicious chili, cornbread, crackers, desserts and beverages. Enjoy good food and drinks, great conversations with friends, Museum exhibits, and music. Cost at the door, for all the fun and food, is just $5 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.
02/06/2020
Northland College presents, “Ojibwe Culture and Fire” Presentation. 7-8:30pm at Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute, 1411 Ellis Ave, Ashland. For more information, call 615-682-1223 or email soei@northland.edu.
02/06-09/2020
Chequamegon Theatre Association presents “Art” by Yasmina Reza, 210 5th Ave E, Ashland. Evening shows at 7:30pm. Sunday Matinees at 2pm. Tickets are available at Moores On Main. For more information, call 715-682-8012 or visit www.ctatheatre.org.
02/06-29/2020
Washburn Cultural Center, 1 E Bayfield St., Washburn, presents the exhibit, Picturing Ojibwe Life-Paintings by Carol Gawboy. For more information, call 715-373-5591.
02/08/2020
Women’s Nordic Ski Clinic at the Sandbar, from 9am-2pm at the sandbar. Cost: $50, includes lunch. Sponsored by Ignite Fitness, Solstice Outdoors, Howl Adventure Center, New Moon Bike & Ski, and Ashland Parks & Rec. For more information, call 715-682-7059.
02/08/2020
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, Winter Tree ID, 9:30am – 3:30pm @ MultiPurpose Room. Identifying trees in winter can be a real challenge…unless you know some tricks! Join talented duo, naturalist Emily Stone and artist Janet Moore, for this exciting class combination of art and learn the skills you need to successfully identify trees by their leafless winter twigs. Registration required. $50 per person. For more information, call 715-685-9983.
02/08/2020
Dribbling Dockers at the Ashland High School Field House, 10-11am. Dribbling Dockers registration is FREE for all K-1 students. The goal of this program is to teach fundamental skills of the game of basketball to youth in fun, organized and educational ways. This class is taught by adult coaches and High School students- athletes from the Ashland High School boys and girls basketball programs under the direction of the Ashland Athletic Department. Any questions email Ricky Bretting at rickybretting@gmail.com. Looking forward to seeing all the kids in the gym!
02/08/2020
Ashland Bayfield County Sportsmen Annual Kids’ Ice Fishing Contest, Kreher Park, 10am-2pm. Free to all kids ages 5-15. Two age classes: 5-9 and 10-15. First 200 kids get prizes. Bring your own poles and tackle. Register at pavilion before going on the ice. For more information, call 715-373-2088.
02/08/2020
Bay City Sledding Days! Bohemian Hall, 319 11th Ave E, open as a warming house for sledding from 10am-2pm. For more information call 715-682-7059.
02/08/2020
Harbor View Event Center presents, Barn Quilt, Paint & Sip. 4-10pm, all materials will be provided, two patterns to choose from. Also includes one beverage and snacks. Instructor: Tammy Fisher, Fisher Under Cover Quilt Shop. Space is limited, $65 per person. For more information, contact Candy Webb, candy@harborviewwashburn.com or 715-292-0547.
02/08/2020
Copper Falls Candlelight Ski, Snowshoe and Bonfire, 36764 Copper Falls Rd, Mellen, from 5:30-8pm. 2.5k ski trail and 1.5k snowshoe trail. Event will be cancelled if temperature is zero degrees or below. Chili, hot chocolate, and treats for sale. For more information, call 715-274-2612.
02/08/2020
Ashland Chamber Music Society “Bay Area Chamber Ensemble and Friends.” 7:30pm at the Presbyterian-Congregational Church. For more information, visit ashlandchambermusic.org/concerts/.
02/09/2020
North End Classic Cross-Country Ski Race, Cable. 12.5K, 25K, and cookie classic kid’s races, Rivers Eatery, Cable. Registration 7:30-9am, 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, or visit www.northendskiclub.org/north-end-classic-race/.
02/09/2020
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, LWV/ABC-Lively Issues, 2:30-5pm @ Multi Purpose Room and Whittlesey. League of Women Voters of Ashland and Bayfield Counties Members and Friends are invited to share their ideas and suggestions. These will be inform and guide the League’s efforts regarding advocacy and action. For more information, call 715-685-9983.
02/10/2020
CheqYes Chequamegon Bay Monday Meetups: Healthy Relationships 12 – 1pm at the The Alley Restaurant. We’re changing things up! We’ve switched our monthly Meetups to lunchtime with a topic presentation. In honor of Valentine’s Day, February’s topic is Healthy Relationships! Join us for networking and a presentation on healthy friendships, relationships, families, and more with a guest speaker from the New Day Advocacy Center. We will be having pizza! Please RSVP via our Facebook event by February 9th for us to order enough pizzas.
02/11/2020
Chequamegon Food Co-op presents, Kids Make & Take: Flower Card, 10am-12pm. Instructor: Melissa Fischbach, Wild Hollow Farm, FREE But reserve your spot! Registration required. Space is limited. Register at Customer Service or call 715- 682-8251! Registration Deadline: Thursday, February 6. Hands On- Kids and parents will work with dried flowers to create a unique gift card for a special someone. Recommended for kids ages 4 and up. Parental/adult supervision required.
02/11/2020
Join your friends from JET Travel for “Make a Travel Inspired Craft”, 220 Main Street West, at 6-9pm. We can’t wait to see you there! 715-682-9591.
02/12/2020
Chequamegon Food Co-op presents, “Wellness Wednesday” all day. Free. No reservations necessary. 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. For more information, call 715-682-8251.
02/12/2020
Harbor View Event Center, Washburn, presents, Leadership Essentials, 9am-3pm. Topics: Generational Leadership, Effective Communication Strategies, Conducting Difficult Conversations, Why Leaders Fail, Building Trust, and much more. Cost per person is $65, lunch provided. For more information or to register, visit www.superiorstrategies.org or www.washburninn.com
02/12/2020
Vaughn Public Library presents, Early Release crafts and a movie from 2-5pm. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
02/12/2020
Women into Networking. Every second Wednesday of every month. At The Well (formerly the Platter) from 5-6:30pm. An 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.
02/13/2020
Vaughn Public Library presents, Family Program “Cardboard Creations!” 5:30-7pm, activities for families with children 12 and under. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
02/13/2020
Bob Boucher presents “Beavers in the Western Great Lakes”
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center, 7pm (doors open at 6:15pm)
Beavers in the Western Great Lakes (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan and Ontario) had a huge influence on the development and biodiversity of this region. Join us as Bob Boucher, founder of Milwaukee RiverKeeper, and the retired Executive Director of the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation- Wisconsin’s oldest land trust- gives an overview of the history and the current management policies regarding beavers in our region.
Sponsored by the Friends of the North Pikes Creek Wetlands and the Chequamegon Audubon Society. Doors open at 6:15 pm to meet the speaker and view beaver-related display items before the presentation begins at 7pm. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 715-685-9983.
02/14/2020
Bad River Lodge and Casino presents, “Valentine Card Pick”, 8am-11:45pm. 30 base points from previous month or 15 base points the day of! For more information, call 715-682-7121 or visit www.badriver.com.
02/14/2020
Bad River Lodge and Casino Valentine’s Day Dinner for 2 Special from 5-10pm. Surf-N- Turf- (2) 8oz Ribeye Steak, choice of crab legs or shrimp scampi, choice of Rice pilaf or baked potato, and desert. Soup, Salad Bar & Chocolate candies included. All for $49.99+ tax. For more information, call 715-682-7121 or visit www.badriver.com.
02/14/2020
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino, Red Cliff, Valentine’s Day Sweetheart Dinner Specials! 5pm. For more information or reservations, call 715-779-9412.
02/14/2020
Valentine’s Day Specials for both Deepwater Grille and The Alley. Reservations suggested. For more information, call 715-682-4200.
02/14/2020
New China Restaurant will be having a Valentine’s Day special. For more information call 715-682-6601.
02/14/2020
2nd Street Bistro Valentine’s Special, Dinner Special. Call for reservations. For more information, call 715-682-6444.
02/14/2020
Valentine Specials at the Rookery Pub, 20100 County Hwy M, in Cable. Click here to view the menu. Dinner reservations are highly recommended. For more information, call 715-794-2062.
02/14/2020
Burger Barn Valentine’s Specials from 4-8pm! For more information, call 715-682-3276.
02/14/2020
Brewers Tent Party with live music from, Horseshoes and Hand Grenades at Thompson’s West End Park in Washburn. Doors open at 5pm, music starts at 7pm. Tickets available at the door, as well as online. $15 per person with BATB registration, $20 for concert only (without BATB registration). Visit batb.org for more information.
02/14/2020
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino featuring live music from The Silver Streak Band, presenting “A Tribute To The Eagles”, in the Event Center, 8pm. Register to win a pair of Eagles show tickets! For more information, visit www.legendarywaters.com.
02/15/2020
Northern Pines Sled Dog Race. Races at 9am at Northern Pines Golf Course
and Event Center located at 69420 Airport Road, Iron River. 715-372-8558.
02/15/2020
Book It Kids’ Race, 10am-1:30pm. A ski race on the Bay, It’s a FREE, fun race open to all kids ages 12 and under. The race starts at 11 am for ages 8-12 and 11:30 am for ages 8 and under. Every Participant will receive a commemorative medal along with hot chocolate and cookies. Registration begins at 10a.m. at Solstice Outdoors. Kids can ski, snowshoe or run it. For more information, call 715-682-3590
02/15/2020
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, Trout Unlimited Fly Tying Get Together, 11am-2pm @ Whittlesey Room. Join the local Trout Unlimited for an afternoon of fly tying demos & telling fish stories in a relaxed small group gathering. For more information, call 715-685-9983, nglvc.org.
02/15/2020
Vintage Snowmobile Rally “Leaf Spring Madness” presented by Book Across the Bay, beginning around 10:30am at Pagac’s Bar, the family friendly posse of riders will churn their way to Maslowski Beach, with it’s heated tent and concessions. They will be at the tent from 12-2pm and then at 3pm head back to Pagac’s by the way of Washburn, alongside (but NOT on) the Book Across The Bay ski trail. Great games will be taking place and trophies awarded! Everyone is welcome! For more information or to register for the rally, contact Craig at 715-209-0074.
02/15/2020
Chequamegon Kite Fest! Ashland Parks & Rec wants you to Come Fly a Kite with us (Yes the same day as the Book Across the Bay) from 1-4pm on Lake Superior at Maslowski Beach. More information call 715-682-7059.
02/15/2020
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.
02/15/2020
Glidden Snobears Annual Fundraiser Toilet Seat Races and 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 from noon-3pm. Judging at 3pm. Meat & Bucket Raffle to benefit the club. For rules and regulations or more information, call 715-264-6900.
02/15/2020
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino presents, Cribbage 2020 Series, Registration begins at 3pm, Play beings 5pm. $40 per team, $100 high hand. For more information, visit www.legendarywaters.com.
02/15/2020
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.
02/15/2020
Chequamegon Humane Association Basket Raffle, 4-7pm, at HPL Bar, 116 4th Ave E, Ashland. Come show your love for the Chequamegon Humane Association and all the furry lives they save. Baskets for raffle with goodies from local businesses and artists. 100% of the proceeds go to the CHA who help our local animals find their forever homes. Drawing at 7pm. Must be present to win. For more information, visit HPL Bar’s Facebook page.
02/15/2020
Bad River Lodge & Casino Falls Lounge presents, Dave Bebeau, 8pm-12am. For more information, visit www.badriver.com.
02/15 & 16/2020
Spirit of the North Gift Shop, inside the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center will be having 20% off all clothing Saturday February 15 & Sunday, February 16th.

02/16/2020
Bike Across the Bay hosted by North Coast Cycling Association. The race will start at 12pm from the Washburn Shore. Registration will at the Harbor View Event Center, 130 Harbor View Dr, Washburn from 10-11:30. For more information, visit www.northcoastcycling.com.
02/16/2020
Chequamegon Bay People’s Orchestra- Free Dance Party, 1-4pm at the Harbor View Event Center. Following Bike Across The Bay, Chequamegon Bay People’s Concert will bring their eclectic mix of old school tunes, current faves, and original music! For more information, visit their Facebook page.
02/16/2020
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino presents, Free Sunday Bingo, 1pm. Cash Prizes! Must be 18 or older. For more information, visit www.legendarywaters.com.
02/16/2020
Girl Scout Cookie Sale! 2-6pm Support the Brownies & Juniors of Ashland’s Girl Scout Troop #4410! We will be at the Ashland Walmart selling All Varieties: Thin Mints**; Caramel deLites; Peanut Butter Patties**; Girl Scout S’Mores**; Lemonades**; Shortbread; Peanut Butter Sandwich; gluten- & peanut-free Caramel Chocolate Chip; & last year for Thanks-A-Lots**! (**Vegan varieties). New Price of $4.50 per package ($5 for gluten/peanut-free CCC). We now take debit & credit cards! Good old cash still works too!
02/18/2020
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, Zoo Mobile- Amazing Adaptations 11am and 12pm. Take a close look at unique animal features to discover how animals survive in amazing natural places. This program is sponsored in part by Lanny and Judy Neider and by donations to our friends group. Due to overwhelming response and to ensure a quality program, we kindly ask this program is limited to individual families rather than classes and large groups. For more information, call 715-685-9983, nglvc.org.
02/18/2020
Garland City Concert, 3pm at the Ashland Historical Museum, 216 Main St W. Free admission, donations welcome. For more information, call 715-682-4911.
02/18/2020
Vaughn Public Library presents, Teen Book Club discussing City of Ghosts by Victoria Schwab, 4pm. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
02/18/2020
Enbridge Community Open House, 5-8pm, at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center. Join us for a Community Open House. We’ll share information about Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 Wisconsin Segment Relocation Project, our existing pipelines, the products we carry and why that matters, measures we take to protect the environment, and our efforts to keep communities safe. There will be a light refreshment provided as well. At 6-7pm there will be a presentation. For more information, go to enbridge.com/L5Wis.
02/19/2020
Enbridge Community Open House, 7-9pm, at Mellen Fire & Rescue, 124 Wilderness Drive, Mellen. Join us for a Community Open House. We’ll share information about Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 Wisconsin Segment Relocation Project, our existing pipelines, the products we carry and why that matters, measures we take to protect the environment, and our efforts to keep communities safe. There will be a light refreshment provided as well. For more information, go to enbridge.com/L5Wis.
02/19/2020
First Annual 2020 Legendary idol Karaoke Contest, Preliminary Audition #1 at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino, Red Cliff in the Lounge. Registration 8pm, Auditions 10pm. The judges will select 5 performers to advance to semi-final. For more information, call 800-226-8478.
02/20/2020
3rd THURSDAY!!!!!! “Be Mine On Main” Downtown Retail Stores will be open until 7pm The Ashland Chamber would “love” to offer you a chance to win a Valentines Package filled with lovely things. The package will include: Pampering, Dinner, a Nights Stay and more! Stop in the participating stores and sign up to win! For more information, call 715-682-2500 or visit www.visitashland.com.
02/20/2020
Chequamegon Food Co-op presents, The Secret to Sauce, 5:30-7:30pm. Instructor: Chef Lars Dukowitz, Cooking with Lars. Cost: $20/$15 owners, Registration Deadline: February 18. Hands-on: Give routine dinners an upgrade by learning the techniques of making great sauce from Chef Lars. For more information, 715-682-8251.
02/20/2020
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, From Birds to Bees to Butterflies: How to Attract Pollinators into our Gardens, 6:30-7:30pm @ Theater.
With declining populations of healthy pollinators for our gardens and crops, we need to look at what pollinators we should attract and how to make our landscapes more appealing. You will learn how to integrate native plants and design your gardens to build natural and healthy habitats. Sponsored in part by the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension and Ashland/Bayfield County Master Gardener Association. For more information, call 715-685-9983.
02/20/2020
Enbridge Community Open House, 7-9pm, at Iron County Memorial Building, 201 Iron St, Hurley. Join us for a Community Open House. We’ll share information about Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 Wisconsin Segment Relocation Project, our existing pipelines, the products we carry and why that matters, measures we take to protect the environment, and our efforts to keep communities safe. There will be a light refreshment provided as well. For more information, go to enbridge.com/L5Wis.
02/21/2020
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, Movie – Pain and Glory, 7:30-10pm in the Theater, Sponsored by the Bay Area Film Society- Fee Program. For more information, call 715-685-9983.
02/21/2020
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino, Red Cliff, presents, Pucky & Brian, 8pm-midnight, in the Lounge. No cover fees. For more information, visit www.legendarywaters.com.
02/21-23/2020
Kortelopet Classic and Skate 29K Ski Race. Attracts 3,000 skiers who want the challenge and excitement of a shorter-distance race. Spans 29 kilometers from the OO Trailhead to Downtown Hayward. To register, visit www.birkie.com/ski/events/kortelopet/.
02/22/2020
American Birkebeiner, on the 50-kilometer Birkie Trail from Cable to Hayward, for skaters, and 55K for classic skiers. North America’s largest cross-country ski marathon. Registration and bib pickup starting at 7am. For more information, call 800-872-2753 or visit www.birkie.com
02/22/2020
Beginner Maple Syrup Conference, 9am-4pm at the Hurley School District. Cost is $10 per person, lunch included. Advanced Registration required. Students 18 and under Free! For more information and full agenda, visit iron.extension.wisc.edu or call 715-561-2695.
02/22/2020
Bay City Sledding Days! Bohemian Hall, 319 11th Ave E, open as a warming house for sledding from 10am-2pm. For more information call 715-682-7059.
02/22/2020
Vaughn Public Library presents, DIY Drop-In Watercolor painting! Materials provided. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
02/22/2020
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino, Red Cliff, presents their Annual Dart Tournament, registration begins 11am, teams draws 1pm, first darts thrown 1:15pm. $10 entry per player. For more information, call 800-226-8478 or visit www.legendarywaters.com.
02/22/2020
Bad River Lodge & Casino presents their Annual Karaoke Contest! Registration 7:30-8:45pm, Contest starts at 9pm. For more information call 715-682-7121 ext. 1231.
02/23/2020
Mellen Rod and Gun Club Fishing Contest on Lake Galilee, from 8am-3pm. Prize drawings are from 12-3pm. Great prizes! Sponsored by Mellen Rod & Gun Club. For more information, call 715-274-2136.
02/23/2020
Mt. Ashwabay Annual King & Queen of the Mountain, 32525 Ski Hill Road, Bayfield, from 9am-4:30pm. Races start at 11am. For more information, call 715-779-3227 or www.mtashwabay.com.
02/23/2020
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, Movie- Iron Jawed Angels, 2-4pm in the Theatre. Defiant young activists take the women’s suffrage movement by storm, putting their lives at risk to help American women win the right to vote. Presented by the Bay Area Film Society and the League of Women Voters. For more information, call 715-685-9983, nglvc.org.
02/23/2020
Girl Scout Cookie Sale! 2-6pm Support the Brownies & Juniors of Ashland’s Girl Scout Troop #4410! We will be at the Ashland Walmart selling All Varieties: Thin Mints**; Caramel deLites; Peanut Butter Patties**; Girl Scout S’Mores**; Lemonades**; Shortbread; Peanut Butter Sandwich; gluten- & peanut-free Caramel Chocolate Chip; & last year for Thanks-A-Lots**! (**Vegan varieties). New Price of $4.50 per package ($5 for gluten/peanut-free CCC). We now take debit & credit cards! Good old cash still works too!
02/25/2020
Vaughn Public Library presents, The League of Women Voters and the VPL Book Buzz discussing “The Women’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win The Vote” by Elaine Weiss, 6pm. Everyone is welcome. Multiple copies available, please ask a librarian for yours! “Nashville, August 1920. Thirty-five states have approved the Nineteenth Amendment, granting women the right to vote; one last state–Tennessee–is needed for women’s voting rights to be the law of the land. The suffragists face vicious opposition from politicians, clergy, corporations, and racists who don’t want black women voting.” 715-682-7060.
02/25/2020
Memorial Medical Center presents, “Moonlight Snowshoe & Ski” from 5-7pm. At the Memorial Medical Center Hospital Ski Trail Head. Everyone is invited!! Grab your cross-country skis and snowshoes and come out for an evening of fun! Free smores and hot chocolate, music and games, free tips and lessons from the pros, giveaways and prizes! For more information, call Lisa at 715-685-5535.
02/26/2020
Vaughn Public Library presents, Teen Writing Club meets from 4:30-6:30pm on the 2nd floor to craft prompt inspired stories. Paper, pencils and snacks provided. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
02/27/2020
Chequamegon Food Co-op presents, Italian Gnocchi, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Instructor: Gina Kirsten, Cost: $20/$15 owner, Registration Deadline: February 25. Register at Customer Service or call (715) 682-8251! Hands On– Fresh homemade Italian cuisine is best made in the company of friends. That is friends with lots of expertise! In this class you’ll learn from Italian cuisine maven Gina Kirsten, she’ll pass along all her tricks and turns in making traditional gnocchi.
02/27/2020
Vaughn Public Library presents, Screening and discussion of Elaine Weiss’s presentation to the National History Center regarding her book “The Woman’s Hour: The Great Fight to Win The Vote.”, 6pm in the 2nd floor Meeting Room. For more information, call 715-682-7060.
02/27/2020
FFA Donkey Basketball,7pm, Ashland High School’s Richard Sundberg Gymnasium. Tickets $7 in advance or $10 at the door (free entry for preschool children). There is also a Bake Sale Benefit for students who lost their homes to fire and a Food Drive for The Brick. Please bring a canned or boxed food item and put your name in a drawing for prizes. Tickets can be purchased at Lulich Implement, Synergy Coop, Tractor Supply Company or from an FFA Member. Contact FFA advisor at 715-682-7089 x1107. Event Sponsor: Ashland FFA Chapter. Check us out on Facebook: Ashland FFA
02/27/2020
Northland College presents, Vegetation Legacies and Change Under a Half-Century of Stewardship in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore presentation. 7-8:30pm in the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute, 1411 Ellis Ave, Ashland. For more information, call 715-682-1223 or email soei@northland.edu.
02/27-03/01/2020
Harbor View Quilters Retreat, Thursday: 3-10pm, Friday & Saturday: 8am-10pm, Sunday: 8am-3pm. Includes: 3 nights of lodging, coffee, 3 lunches, 3 dinners. For cost or more information, contact Candy Webb, 715-292-0547, candy@harborviewwashburn.com.
02/27/2020
Hunger Champions Meal Packing Event (packing 50,000 meals in 2 hours through Meals of Hope) 8:45 -10:45am, Ashland High School’s Richard Sundberg Gymnasium. Event Sponsors: Community Businesses, School District of Ashland and Ashland FFA Chapter. *If you would like to donate toward this event, please contact the FFA Advisor at 715-682-7089 x1107 or snaas@sdak12.net or check us out on Facebook: Ashland FFA.
02/28-29/2020
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 January 15th and January 29th at the Lake Superior Elementary School from 4-6pm. For more information, email Tricia Lund at tlund@sdak12.net.
02/29/2020
Bad River Lodge & Casino presents, “Leap Year Briefcase Pick”, 8am-11:45pm. 30 base points from previous month or 15 base points day of. For more information, visit www.badriver.com.
02/29/2020
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.
02/29/2020
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.
02/29/2020
Neighborly Bar 2020 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. Event features RAFFLES—MUSIC—FOOD—DRINK SPECIALS. For more information, call the Neighborly at 715-682-9908.
02/29/2020
Chequamegon Food Co-op presents, Kids in the Kitchen: Pizza Party, 10am -12 pm. Instructor: Chef Jonathan Berthel, Penokee Mountain Foods. FREE, but reserve your spot! Register at Customer Service or call 715-682-8251! Registration Deadline: Thursday, February 27. Hands On– Happy leap year! Make your own dough, create homemade sauce, and chop your toppings in this family friendly class. Adult supervision by parent or guardian required.
02/29/2020
Legendary Waters Resort & Casino, Red Cliff, presents, Cribbage 2020 Series, Registration begins at 3pm, Play beings 5pm. $40 per team, $100 high hand. For more information, visit www.legendarywaters.com.