JANUARY 2023
- Ashland High School Sports Schedule
- Northland College Sports Schedule
- Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center. Open 7 days a week, 9am-5pm
- Vaughn Public Library – It’s not just books anymore.
- Follow the Mural Brick Road … in the county of the land of Ashland. A fun scavenger hunt with the beautiful murals in Ashland County!
- Mt. Ashwabay Winter Season Events/Programs. Saturday Kids Youth Night from Friday nights starting January 14 from 4-9pm, Saturdays MadSki program Saturdays (10am-noon), and Sundays NASTAR racing Sundays at 1:30pm. For more information, call 715-779-3227, or visit www.mtashwabay.org.
- Sundays on Chequamegon Bay, Car Ice-Races, if conditions permit. 3/8 mile oval track on Lake Superior. Full/midsize cars and trucks and also FWD are all welcome to join our fun on Sunday afternoons. Weather and ice conditions can change, please check Ashland Ice-Racing Facebook page here for more information and updates.
- The East End Ice Rink hopefully be opening sometime in January. Located at 16th Ave E & 5th St E. Lights will be on nightly from dusk to 10pm. Warming house will not be open. Any questions call 715-682-7059.
- Bay Area Civic Center Open Skate – Wednesdays 7:30-9pm $5 per skater. Skate Sharpening available for $5.
- Copper Falls: Wednesday Night Ski from 5-7 pm, December 2022 thru February 2023. Join Friends at the trailhead near the park office for a casual ski of the Meadow Trail loop with local ski enthusiasts. Check ahead for weather and trail conditions. Remember to bring your headlamp because the trails are lit only by the stars and moonlight. Friends will provide treats and hot cocoa. For more information about the trail and conditions, go to https://sites.google.com/friendsofcopperfallssp.org/focfsp/maps/winter-trails
- Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church BINGO! Tuesday nights! Doors open 5:30pm, Bingo starts at 6:30pm. Food and Beverages for sale. 201 Lake Shore Dr E Ashland. For more information go to 715-682-7620.
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2023 Events
- 1/01/2023
The Neighborly Bar’s Packer/Viking Party, 1301 Main Street West. - 01/01/2023
Ring in the New Yea with FNE (Free N Easy) at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino. Cash Drawings ALL NIGHT TOTALING $15,000. Live Music by Free N Easy 9pm – 1 AM, Surf N Turf Buffet, Free Champagne. Make your New Years Legendary. For more information, call 800-226-8478. - 01/01/2023
Celebrate the New Year snowshoeing at Copper Falls with Friends at 1 pm. Meet in the Loon Lake beach parking lot, Copper Falls, Mellen. - 01/04/2023
Learn how to make Pork Potstickers with Lars Dukowitz at Chequamegon Food Co-op from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Cost $20/$15 owners. Mmmm! Can you ever go wrong with pot stickers? I’d say no. Little dough pouches filled with tasty veggies and pork accompanied with a savory dipping sauce are always an A+ in my book. Learn how to make these little pockets of deliciousness! Limited spots available. Please stop by or call us at 715-682-8251 to sign up. Payment must be taken to reserve spot in class. https://www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com - 1/06/2023-02/03/2023
The 15th Annual Big Water Film Festival will be shown virtually over four weeks, from January 6, 2023, to February 3, 2023. As summer turns to Fall, the Big Water Committee and its volunteer film reviewers are busy selecting the films. We’ll post links to our listings later this Fall. If you’d like to see information on the films we showed at the 14th Annual Big Water Film Festival, click here. - 01/7/2023
Coffee Cupping and Conversation at Chequamegon Food Coop. Saturday, January 7th from 10am – 12am Instructor: Jared Trimbo, Full Keel Coffee. Cost: $15/$10 owners. DEMO: In this class we will talk about what coffee is, the different regions coffee comes from, the raw coffee to cup process including a brief introduction to the roasting process, and end with a cupping session of up to 6 coffees. Limited spots available. Please stop by or call us at 715-682-8251 to sign up. Payment must be taken to reserve spot. Visit https://chequamegonfoodcoop.com - 01/7/2023
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents, “Trout Unlimited Fly Tying Get Together” from 9am-1pm. Join the local chapter of Trout Unlimited for an afternoon of fly-tying demos and telling fish stories in a relaxed small group gathering. For more information, visit www.nglvc.org or call 715-682-4703. - 01/8/2023
Cancelled – Ashland Ice Racing- First scheduled race of the season at Maslowski Beach (pending ice conditions) Registration: 10-11am. Pit Meeting: 11:15am. Non-Studded Class: 11:30am. Regular Racing Starting at 12noon. See you all there! For weekly updates please refer to our Facebook Page. Thursday evening prior to the scheduled race day. - 01/11/2023
Wednesday Night Chalet Social at Mt Ashwabay! Bingo & Game night featuring Ursa Minor Brewery & Apfelhaus Cider. January 11th from 6-8pm. $5 Donation. Food available, Bar opens at 4:30. Visit mtashwabay.org or call 715-779-3227 for more information. - 01/12-14/2023
The Amazing Bulk Sale at Chequamegon Food Coop. Thursday, January 12th – Saturday January 14th. 20% OFF BULK SAVE: Start the new year off right, and resolve to buy more bulk on your way to ridding your cupboard of plastic. Save on flours, spices, granola, beans, soap, & more! Don’t forget you get five cents off every container you bring yourself. Just get it weighed at any register before you fill it up. Some exclusions apply. https://www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com/events/20-off-bulk-sale/ - 01/14/2023
Harbor View Event Center hosting the Pub and Grub Comedy Tour. 8 pm Tickets $10 in advance and $15 at the door. (announced comedians to come at a later date). 130 Harbor View Drive, Washburn. 715-373-5492 - 01/14/2023
Talon Talk Live Raptor Program at the Cable Natural History Museum from 10:30-11:30. Donations welcome! - 01/14-15/2023
Special Olympics Invitational at Mt. Ashwabay. Mt. Ashwabay is proud to host this talented group of athletes. They will take part in downhill, snowboard, and snowshoe races. Saturday is registration and training. Sunday is race day!! Come cheer on the athletes! For more information, call 715-779-3227. - 01/15/2023
Cancelled – Ashland Ice Racing- at Maslowski Beach (pending ice conditions). Registration: 10-11am. Pit Meeting: 11:15am. Non-Studded Class: 11:30am. Regular Racing Starting at 12noon. See you all there! For weekly updates please refer to our Facebook Page. Thursday evening prior to the scheduled race day. - 01/15/2023
Ice Fishing Contest, 8am-3pm, at Clam Lake, held by Elk Country ATV Club. 715-794-2298. -
01/15/2023
Winter Storytime at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center- 12-12:30pm. Reading winter theme books on Sunday afternoons through winter. This program is sponsored by the United States Forest Service. Children’s story time. Free and open to the public. Visit nglvc.org for more info. - 01/16/2023
Join the Chequamegon Area Choir for their 50th Season. Join us on Monday,January 16th at 7:00 p.m. at the Washburn United Methodist Church as we prepare for our 2023 Spring Concert. No auditions necessary! Registration starts at 6:30. All levels of musicianship for persons age 16+ are welcome. Last day for registration is Monday Jan. 23rd. For more questions contact Choir Director Michael Powers at 715-373-5371 or www.cacvoices.com or our facebook page www.facebook.com/cacvoices. - 01/19/2023
Scandinavian Rag Rug Workshop at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center from 9a.m.-12 p.m. Register ny Jan. 18 at nglvc.org $15 per person, space is limited. Call Emily at 715-798-3890 or Rose at 715-685-9983 for more information. - 01/21/2023
Iron River Annual Fishin’ Chicks Ice Fishing Contest, at Twin Bear Lake, from 8am-5pm. Only women compete, men can attend and assist. Proceeds benefit breast cancer awareness efforts. Check-In: Community Center ~ 8275 East Mill St, Iron River. Fishing: Twin Bear Lake ~ 10370 County Hwy H. For more information on the contest go to: https://www.fishinchicks.org Contact us at fishinchicks@fishinchicks.org - 01/21/2023
Ashland School of Dance Winter Dance Performance. Saturday, January 21 11am & 3pm at the Ashland High School Auditorium. Tickets available for purchase in advance at Home Expressions until Thursday and at the door. - 01/21/2023
SnoJam 2023 Music Festival & Fundraiser. Stagecoach Bar and Grill 1 p.m. – 11 p.m. 315 Main Street E, Ashland. Silent Auction and Donations for area school music programs. See https://www.facebook.com/StagecoachAshland for more information. - 01/21/2023
Candlelight Snowshoe Hike and Nordic Ski, 6pm – 8pm. Hosted by Landmark Conservancy and Mt. Ashwabay. Bring your friends and family for a magical adventure in the Northwoods! Candlelit luminaries will guide you along an approximate mile loop trail. Stay after your adventure to grab a bite to eat or a beverage and then warm up at the bonfire! Location: Mt. Ashwabay, Bayfield, WI Map: Directions to Mt Ashwabay. What to Bring: Cross country skis or snowshoes. Rentals available on site. Amenities: The trail begins and ends at Mt. Ashwabay, with parking, bathrooms, and snowshoe/ski rental available there. Hike Length: 1 mile Registration: Free but registration requested Register Here - 01/21/2023
ABC Raceway 2022 Awards Celebration, at Bad River Lodge & Casino, 5pm-12am. Open to the public. You, pit crew, family, friends, and fans are cordially invited to a celebration of another successful year of racing. Social hour at 5pm, dinner from 6pm, award ceremony at 7pm. Social Hour to continue after the awards until midnight. Dinner tickets must be purchased in advance, no tickets sold at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 715-746-2390 or 715-682-2672. - 01/21-22/2023
Wisconsin State Free Fishing Weekend, no license required. For more information, call 715-682-2500, or visit www.dnr.wi.gov. - 01/22/2023
Cancelled -Ashland Ice Racing- at Maslowski Beach (pending ice conditions) Registration: 10-11am. Pit Meeting: 11:15am. Non-Studded Class: 11:30am. Regular Racing Starting at 12noon. See you all there! For weekly updates please refer to our Facebook Page. Thursday evening prior to the scheduled race day. - 01/24/2023
L&M Friends & Family All Day Sales Event!! Tuesday, Jan 24th. 20% off All Clothing & Footwear! 10% Off everything else store-wide. Some exclusions apply, see store for details. - 01/25/2023
Big Top Chautauqua Presents Open Mic Nights at The Backstage! Wednesday Nights. 6- 9 pm. Get up on stage or just grab a seat and listen. Each week we will be joined by a special guest host, including some of your favorite Blue Canvas Orchestra Musicians! All musicians welcome to play. Everyone is welcome to attend. The bar will be ready to serve you, and there will be snacks for purchase. No cover, no tickets, and no reservations needed. The Backstage is located just south of Bayfield city limits at Big Top Chautauqua Headquarters: 84810 State Hwy 13, Bayfield, WI 54814. For more info go to www.bigtop.org or call 715.373.5552. - 01/25/2023
Laps, laughs, and libations at Mt Ashwabay from 4:30-8pm. Come grab a few runs (chairlift runs until 6:00 p.m.) or a Nordic ski then join us for Comedy Night with our famously funny local Improv group, Lost in the Woods! They will be performing two sets starting at 6:30 p.m.. $10 suggested donation. The bar opens at 4:30 p.m. featuring local concoctions from White Winter Winery. Food will be available. Visit mtashwabay.org for more info. - 01/26/2023
Join us at the Sandbar for our Open Mic Night the last Thursday of the month, January 26th 5-7pm. Food, drinks & music! Perfect opportunity to get out of the house, grab a bit to eat and listen to local music. For more information or to sign up contact us at 715-685-2583 or stop by the cafe. Visit our facebook page for more info - 01/26-28/2023
Wild About Winter Ecology. Spend a weekend learning about nature in winter with master Naturalist Emily Stone and other experts. Registration cost is $150 for commuters and $210 with two-night stay at a private lidge on Tiger Cat Flowage. Register by Jan 16th by going to cablemuseum.org or calling the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890 - 01/27-29/2023
The Chequamegon Theatre Association (CTA) presents Nunsense II. Tickets available at Moores on Main. Also showing 2/2-5/2023. www.ctatheatre.org - 1/27/2023
Ashland Chamber Music Society & Looking Out Foundation present: Mashkiiziibii Singers and Native Expressions Dancers, 7:00 p.m. Alvord Theatre at Northland College. Free Admission. Free will donations are greatly appreciated. Visit Ashlandchambermusic.org or their Facebook page for more information. - 1/28/2023
Docker Basketball Association. Come watch the 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grade boys and girls play! 10:30am-3:30pm at the Ashland High School Fieldhouse, 2000 Beaser Ave, Ashland - 01/28/2023
Event Horizon will be hosting a Monthly Indoor Market the last Saturday of each month from 11am-4pm at Event Horizon, 705 main st. W. in Ashland. Vendors include Dr. Samantha Scott with Atma Healings LLC: handmade earrings, driftwood and antler wall hangings, wood burned designs and painted skulls. Courtney Fishback with Forkin’ Creations: One of a kind hammered and timeless jewelry made out of antique silverware. Beth Roberts with Crystalline Healing in Bayfield: Variety of crystals, oracle cards, and books. She will also be offering mini sessions to release limiting beliefs through 10 minute consciousness sessions. Yulia with Yulia’s LLC: Natural herbal skin care, herbal teas, linen textiles and cards. Valerie with WillowHawk LLC: Aura balancing sprays using essential oils and flower essences. Spunki/Detritus Rotwell: An array of original paintings and drawings, original greeting cards. Mary Ann with Glass Rocker: Multimedia artist specializing in fuzed glass. - 01/28/2023
**Event changed to 2/25/2023** Superhero Saturday: A Youth Workshop at the Washburn Cultural Center, 3rd Floor. Saturday from 1pm-4pm. $30/person, registration required. Hosted by Betty Sitbon & Olivia Haman. Young artists (ages 7+) are invited to learn about Pop Art through artists like Roy Lichtenstein, comic books, and superheroes! Together, the group will improv a scene, develop a story-line, and create comic strips. More info & registration instructions can be found at: https://www.washburnculturalcenter.com/calendar/2023/1/10/superhero-saurday-a-youth-workshop - 01/28-29/2023
6th Annual Legendary Waters Pow Wow, 37600 Onigamiing Dr, Red Cliff. For more information call 800-226-8478 and ask for Marketing. - 01/29/2023
Ashland Ice Racing- at Maslowski Beach (pending ice conditions) Registration: 10-11am. Pit Meeting: 11:15am. Non-Studded Class: 11:30am. Regular Racing Starting at 12noon. See you all there! For weekly updates please refer to our Facebook Page. Thursday evening prior to the scheduled race day. - 01/29/2023
Winter Storytime at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center- 12-12:30pm. Reading winter theme books on Sunday afternoons through winter. This program is sponsored by the United States Forest Service. Children’s story time. Free and open to the public. Visit nglvc.org for more info.
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