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NOVEMBER 2024

  • Ashland High School Sports Schedule 
  • Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center. Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-5pm
  • Vaughn Public Library – 715-682-7060. For more information go to vaughnlibrary.org. Email social@vaughnlibrary.org with any questions.
  • Follow the Mural Brick Road – highlighting the 37 historic murals in Ashland County.
  • Christmas Raffle Tickets: On sale for drawings every day during the month of December. For more information or tickets, call the Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce at, 715-682-2500.
  • Recreation and Fitness Resources: 140 S. Broad St., Bayfield www.recreationandfitnessresources.org  715-779-5408.
  • Annual Ashland Firefighters’ Toy Drive.   Sign up: November 15- December 8.  To donate: Bring new, unwrapped toys to any drop-off site (Wal-Mart) or to the Fire Station. Cash donations are accepted at the Fire Station, 215 East 6th St. To sign up children: Please call RSVP at 715-292-6400 Ex 1 or 2. They must be age newborn to 12 years and signed up by December 8th. The Ashland Firefighters Toy Drive is now a 501c3 organization and all donations are tax deductible. Cash or check accepted. Please make checks payable to Ashland Firefighters Toy Drive. Donations accepted year-round. Toys will be distributed on December 14 from 10am-6pm at the Bretting Community Center, 400 W. 4th Ave. For more information or a list of drop-off sites, call 715-682-7052.
  • Open Skate at the Bay Area Civic Center Wednesdays  7:30-9pm.  $5 per skater. Skate sharpening available for $3 for non AYHA members.
  • Washburn Cultural Center November & December exhibit featuring original works by both Red Cliff artist Rabbett Before Horses Strickland and Metis heritage artist Leah Yellowbird, the first this pair has done together.
  • Big Top Chautauqua Open Mic Night Year Round Wednesdays 6-9pm at The Backstage.
  • Every Wednesday Karaoke with JD Bass at The Alley 8pm-12am & every 3rd Thursday at Morty’s Bar in Bayfield 7-11pm.

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2024 Events

  • 11/01-03;07-10/2024
    The Chequamegon Theatre Association presents: Camelot. Aking and his knights fight for justice and what is right, only to see his world crumble when his wife falls in love with his favorite knight. THis classic tale holds memorable muscial numbers and entertainment. Evening shows 7pm (November 1-2,7-9).Sunday matinee shows 2pm (November 3,10). For tickets and more information visit www.ctatheatre.org
  • 11/01-04/2024
    The Great Pumpkin Collection-for compost-at the Chequamegon Food Co-op. 700 Main St. W. We’ll be collecting your pumpkins for our composter all weekend and into Monday after the big night. Big Lake Organics will have bins up along our mural wall in the parking lot for taking the has-been jack-o-lanterns and turning them back into soil.
  • 11/01/2024
    Market on Main Christmas Open House, 515 Main Street West, 10am-5pm.
  • 11/02/2024
    Chick-uamegon Women’s 1mile/5K/10K.  GIRLS just wanna have FUN!  We have a race for everyone!  Get your girlfriends together and come to Ashland dressed in your blingest best and walk, run, skip or jump in the eighth annual Chick-uamegon 1-mile/5k/10k walk/run.  This is truly a FUN RUN.  In place of tiaras, each finishing chick will receive a $5 Chamber Dollar Certificate to be spent in our community, at Bricks and Mortar Chamber Member Businesses.  Ashland Retailers will have specials. Prizes will be given away to; 3 places for Blingest or Best Costume ( $50/$25/$25 in Chamber Dollars); Best Dressed Volunteer ($20); 3 random drawings (each $20 in Chamber Dollars)  For more information go to www.chick-uamegon.com
  • 11/02/2024
    Carnivore Tracking Workshop. 9am – 3:30pm at Northland College. https://www.northland.edu/event/carnivore-tracking-workshop/ This workshop, instructed by Timber Wolf Alliance Chair Adrian Wydeven and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Technician Sarah Boles, teaches the basics of tracking medium-to-large-sized carnivores in Wisconsin, including track identification, gait patterns, and conducting snow track surveys. Participants will be provided with a tracker’s notebook and track field guide. This workshop completes the second training for becoming a DNR Volunteer Carnivore Tracker for winter wolf counts. Cost if brining your own lunch: $50 Cost if purchasing lunch: $65. 1411 Ellis Ave.
  • 11/02/2024
    Rustic Valley Bazaar 9am-3pm at the Bretting Community Center, 400 4th Ave W, Ashland.
  • 11/02/2024
    Fall 24′ Play It Forward: 9am-2pm. Come help support the upcoming Washburn Band & Choir Trip at our fall Semi-Annual Vendor Fundraiser. Almost 80 vendors! 50/50 Raffle, Prize basket raffles, Free admission! Walking Tacos, Cold & Hot drinks for sale by the students! Washburn High School. 305 W. 4th St. Washburn.
  • 11/02/2024
    Mt. Ashwabay Ski Swap. 10am-2pm. Buy. Sell. Ski. Drop off items 10/30-11/01 10am-5pm. Pick up unsold items 11/09. Early bird season pass rates end 11/02. 32525 Ski Hill Rd., Bayfield. For more information call 715-779-3227 or visit mtashwabay.org
  • 11/02/2024
    Chequamegon Humane Association present’s 19th Annual Fur Ball at AmericInn. Channel Your Flannel. 5pm Doors open at 4:30pm. Sameple delicous foods from local restaurants! Games, autctions and desserts. Shake your booty on the dance floor. $50. Tickets on sale now!
  • 11/07-10/2024
    The Chequamegon Theatre Association presents: Camelot. Evening shows 7pm (November 1-2,7-9).Sunday matinee shows 2pm (November 3,10). For tickets and more information visit www.ctatheatre.org
  • 11/07/2024
    Senior Dinner and Concert at the Ashland High School. 5pm, Sit-down dinner. 5:45pm, a Concert performance featuring orchestra and Choir members. You are invited to this free event of food, music and fun in honor of our senior citizens! RSVP by calling 715-682-7089. Make your reservations by November 7. Seating is limited. Call early.
  • 11/09/2024
    Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Holiday Bazaar. 8am-1pm. Beautiful gift baskets, winebreads, and bakery, handmade quilts, crafts, raffles and cafe snack bar. Raffle tickets are available now at OLL Pastoral Center Office and on the day of the bazaar. 201 Lake Shore Dr. E.
  • 11/09/2024
    Cable Natural History Museum. Glacial Geology of the Esker Trail (Master Naturalist Advanced Training) Join Cable Natural History Museum Naturalist Emily Stone to look into the belly of a massive subglacial snake (that’s the esker)! Hike part of The Esker mountain bike trail while talking about this area’s glacial history and how it impacts the current ecology. Meet at the Cable Natural History Museum at 12:30pm to caravan to a field site. Return by 3:30 pm. Dress for the weather and be prepared for short, steep hikes on rough trails. You don’t have to be a certified Master Naturalist to participate! Any adult learners are welcome. Register by November 6 by calling the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890 or go to cablemuseum.org. Cost is $20 member/$25 non-member. 13470 Co Hwy M, Cable.
  • 11/09/2024
    46th Annual Elks Lodge 137 Veterans Appreciation Night at the AmericInn, 3009 Lake Shore Dr E. 4:30pm Social Hour. 5:30pm Dinner/Program. Roast Turkey with trimmings. Veterans program to to follow. Guest speaker Lt. Colonel Mark Mackey. USMC(ret.) Many Raffle Prizes!! Tickets $15. Tickets can be purchased at the Ashland Chamber of Commerce. Doors open at 3:30pm.
  • 11/11/2024
    This is Veterans Day!! If you see a Veteran, please thank them for their service to our country.
  • 11/11/2024
    The United Chequamegon Veterans will be visiting schools and nursing homes throughout the week.
  • 11/11/2024
    Veterans Day Breakfast & Ceremony: Breakfast to honor our community Veterans will begin at 9am (they may invite a guest) in the AHS Commons AHS Veterans Day Ceremony will begin at 10:15 in the AHS Gymnasium. Reservations for the breakfast can be made by calling the high school (715) 682-7089.
  • 11/12/2024
    Cable Natural History Museum. Science at the Sawmill: Outdoor Adventure Film Night. Join us at 6:30pm at the Sawmill Saloon for a selection of exciting short films highlighting human powered adventure. Arrive early to enjoy dinner and drinks! Pre-registration appreciated; drop-ins welcome. Register by by calling the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890 or go to cablemuseum.org. $10 member/$15 non-member. Drop-ins welcome. 13505 US-63, Hayward.
  • 11/21/2024
    Chequamegon Food Co-op: Cooking with Lars; Crispy Garlic Potatos. Lars will demonstrate the skills needed to up this Wisconsin classic food from Salad Bar to a favorite fall warming food for the chilly months. Take Thanksgiving potatoes to the next level with these homemade ingredients that bring out one of Wisconsin’s most planted and enjoyed crops. $15. 5-7pm. Register. 700 Main St.
  • 11/21/2024
    Best Date Night at White Winter Winery: Relax and enjoy a quick weeknight out with your favorite person! 2 Mead/Cider by the glass and a small charcuterie to share ~ $25; 2 Cocktails and a small charcuterie to share ~ $30.6:30-8:30pm. Register by Nov 14 68323 Lea St A, Iron River.
  • 11/23/2024
    Saron Lutheran Church Winter Wonderland Holiday Market, 517 9th Ave West, 9am-1pm. A winter wonderland of holiday gifts, decor, products and baked goods from local crafters and vendors. Coffee and goodies & lunch available. Call Kris at 715-746-2266 for more information.
  • 11/23/2024
    The Gathering Barn. The Holiday Event of the Season! 9am-1pm. Over 25 vendors. Food Trucks outside. 50467 State Hwy 13.
  • 11/24/2024
    Chequamegon Food Co-op: Krumkake with Sara Beadle; Norwegian for ‘curved cake’ these are of the most fun traditional Norwegian cookies to make. It’s a quick process of using a specialized iron and quickly rolling up the cookies while they’re still hot. 2-3:30pm. Register. 700 Main St W.
  • 11/26/2024
    NWCC of Tamarack Health in collaboration with Essentia Health hosts a Cancer Support Group at Ashland Vaughn Public Library, second floor, Garland meeting room, 502 Main St. W. 11am-12pm. Providing opportunities for shared experiences. To educate by providing guest speakers that will talk about cancer related topics. For adults diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, and loved ones impacted by cancer. Please RSVP in advance by calling Laura Martinsen 715-685-5004.
  • 11/28/2024
    Happy Thanksgiving!
  • 11/28/2024
    The Washburn Area Chamber of Commerce will again host a Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot! This fun family event. Pre-registration opening soon. Same day registration will start at 8am at the Washburn Chamber Office with the fun run starting at 8:30am. For more information visit https://washburnchamber.com/
  • 11/29-12/01/2024
    Country Blossoms Christmas Open House,  64715 Gilles Rd.  Fri. 6-9pm, Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 10am-5pm.  Weekdays 12noon-6pm.  Holiday containers, kissing balls, porch pots, holiday decor, Christmas trees and more.
  • 11/30/2024
    Small Business Saturday! Go downtown and support the local businesses.
  • 11/30/2024
    Crossroads Outreach Center, Inc. ThanksGiving Vendor/Craft Festival & Market. 10am-3pm. Vanguard Worship, raffles, Journey Photography, games and fun! 20+ vendors & non profits. Bretting Center. 400 4th Ave W. For more information call Carleen 715-765-0566.
  • 11/30/2024
    “Hometown Holiday” in Glidden – From 11am to 4pm start at the GADC headquarters at the Jacobs Town Hall where you will receive all your information, raffle tickets, and Santa Run Cards for the day’s events; such as, the Craft Fair, music in the street all day, free Christmas family or individual photos, raffles, Santa Run from 11am -4pm featuring our local businesses and the Kids Beary Crafty Corner (held at the Assembly of God church in Glidden).  Santa will be arriving around 1pm and the Santa Paws Parade will be starting at 5:15pm from the star on the hill to the Town Hall, followed by raffle drawing at the Jacobs Town Hall.  For more information visit www.gliddenwi.org

2023 Events

      • 11/11/2023
        Honor Flight Northland will be hosting a fundraising event at the Neighborly Bar, 1301 Main St. W. beginning at 11AM-7pm. Proceeds will help offset the costs to send Veterans to our nations Capital to visit various war memorials. Special emphasis/priority for this upcoming flight for Korean War and Vietnam War Veterans. Please stop in and purchase some raffle tickets to support this worthy cause.
      • 11/15-12/08/2023
        Annual Ashland Firefighters’ Toy Drive.   Sign up: November 15- December 8.  To donate: Bring new, unwrapped toys to any drop-off site (Wal-Mart) or to the Fire Station. Cash donations are accepted at the Fire Station, 215 East 6th St. To sign up children: Please call RSVP at 715-292-6400 Ex 1 or 2. They must be age newborn to 12 years and signed up by December 8th. The Ashland Firefighters Toy Drive is now a 501c3 organization and all donations are tax deductible. Cash or check accepted. Please make checks payable to Ashland Firefighters Toy Drive. Donations accepted year-round. Toys will be distributed on December 14 from 10am-6pm at the Bretting Community Center, 400 W. 4th Ave. For more information or a list of drop-off sites, call 715-682-7052.
      • 11/16/2023
        Marengo Valley Veterans Day program at 9am in the Marengo Valley School Gym. American Legion Commander Tom Henke and his wife US Army Veteran Mary Henke will be attending. Flag folding and discussion regarding the POW/MIA table which will be on display. For more information call 715-278-3286.
      • 11/25/2023
        Dribbling Dockers at the Ashland Elementary School Gymnasium, 9:00-10:00am. Dribbling Dockers registration is FREE for all K-2 students. this is an introductory basketball program.  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.  Dates are November 25, December 2, 9 & 16.   Any questions email Ricky Bretting at rickybretting@gmail.com.  Looking forward to seeing all the kids in the gym!  Halftime performances are Friday January 5th when the Boys Varsity takes on Spooner (7pm start time) and Tuesday January 9th when the Girls Varsity takes on Barron (7pm start time).