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What’s Happening this Week!

What’s Happening in the Chequamegon Bay for the next week.

  • Now until the end of the month!  Chequamegon Bay Arts Council October Member art Show. Location: Washburn Cultural Center, Washburn, WI. Thursdays through Sundays noon to 4pm. Opening reception: Additional event: “Guided art interaction”, Thursday, October 17, 2024 5-7pm.
  • 10/15/2024
    Our Lady of the Lake Bingo.  Doors open at 5:30pm.  Bingo starts at 6:30pm. The night ends with a progressive Black Out.
  • 10/15-17/2024
    The Timber Wolfe Alliance will be hosting the Great Lakes Wolf Symposium at Northland College.
  • 10/17/2024
    Chequamegon Bay Art Council’s The Gathering: Annual Members Art Show Guided Art Interaction 5-7pm. 1 E. Bayfield St. Washburn.
  • 10/17/2024
    Witches’ NIGHT Out!! On historic Main Street of Ashland, from 4-7pm. Stop and shop at participating stores for spooktacular specials and a chance to register for the grand prize. The fun doesn’t stop at 7pm, check out bone rattling deals at our local restrants until 9pm! Downtown Retail Businesses will be open until 7pm!! Specials offered during Witches’ Night Out will be coming in the begining of October! For more information, call 715-682-2500 or visit www.visitashland.com.
  • 10/17/2024
    Town of Delta: Soup, Salad & Sweets Scholarship Supper at Delta Town Hall. 5-7pm. $10-Adults; $6 ages 6-12; 5 & under Free! Serving a variety of soups, salads, and sweets with crackers and beverages. Proceeds fund local scholarships.
  • 10/17/2024
    Vaughn Public Library: Family Night-Harry Potter. 6-9pm. Potion Making, Cornish Pixie Jars, Holcrux Scavenger Hunt, and Creepy Sensory Bins. 502 Main St W.
  • 10/18/2024
    Join the Garland City Chamber Players for music that was written to be enjoyed. Voice & Piano. Featuring Neil Paynter & Tiffany Darling. 7pm. New selection of music, suited for musicians and audience alike. We’re better than the radio! The performance is free, donations are always appreciated and help maintain the pianos and Salon. A light meal will follow the show. 509 3rd St. W.
  • 10/18/2024
    The Ashland Chamber Music Society has an exciting concert series for you to enjoy! Brett Jones Duo at 7:30pm at Alvord Theatre at Northland College. Tickets are $15 per concert. To buy tickets you can contact acms.bh.22@gmail.com or purchase at the ticket table the night of the concert. 1411 Ellis Ave S.
  • 10/19/2024
    Fall Clean up for City of Ashland Residents! Republic Services will provide dumpsters at: 11th Ave W. between 3rd & 5th St. 8am-1pm, Civic Center Parking Lot 320 4th Ave W 8am-Noon, Stuntz Ave behind the old Ellis Fire Station 8am-Noon, and Public Works Facility 2020 6th St E. Must provide proof of residency. Examples of items to drop off for free: apliances without freon, no-food household trash, old patio sets, kitchen tables and chairs, nonpadded furniture, mattresses, couches, recliners. These next items are only accepted for a fee at the Republic Services Transfer Station-405 Industrial Park Rd. Appliances with freon-$40, Tires-Auto $20 each, Large truck tires $30 each, Electronics, fluorescent bulbs-prices vary. Construction/demolition material-$10/pickup; $30 single or double axel trailer. For more information call 715-682-7061.
  • 10/19/2024
    The Knights of Columbus will distributing winter coats for local children. As the weather starts to get cold, the Knights of Columbus raise their commitment to the community. Coats are distributed in a first-come, first-served basis and range in size from 2 to adult. The KC Coats for Kids distribution will be held at the Our Lady of the Lake Social Hall, 201 Lakeshore Drive East from 9am to noon. For more information call 715-682-9621.
  • 10/19/2024
    Madeline Island Family Fall Festival is an annual event celebrating local art, fall colors and our community. The event features a farmer’s market, art vendors & food booths, artist demonstrations, vintage car show, (MAD I Metalworks), along with free activities for families including pumpkin decorating, bird house making, bird watching hike, face painting, balloon art, straw hay pile with prizes. Stop by local shops and restaurants to enjoy special activities and sales. 10am-3pm. For more information, call 715-747-2801, visit www.madelineisland.com
  • 10/19/2024
    Cable Natural History Museum.The Science of Nature. Part of the Wisconsin Science Festival. Families can stop by the Cable Natural History Museum’s classroom and backyard anytime between 10am– noon to participate in STEM activities. Activities are designed for kids in K-6 to do with their families. Adults should stay with their children and are encouraged to play with us! Donations welcome. For more information call 715-798-3890.13470 Co Hwy M, Cable.
  • 10/19/2024
    City of Ashland 1st Annual Harvest Fest! 11am-10pm. Hodgkins Park. Local Artisans, Local Farm & Food vendors, Live Music, Food Trucks, Beer Garden. Indigenous Harvest Demos include Manoomin Processing & Basket Weaving. Games & so much more! Bands: True Grass Trio, Sugar Hound, Low Hanging Fruit, Foreign Object, West Avenue Band. Celebrating Community on Ashland’s East End.
  • 10/19/2024
    The Co-op, Ashland Parks and Rec, the Vaughn Public Library and the Ashland School District will be collaborating to put their annual Boo Bash! at Prentice Park. Join us for a wicked and spooky time. 3-5pm. Free Community Event! We’ll have pumpkin decorating, sweet treats and halloween games. Rain location is the Bretting Community Center.
  • 10/19/2024
    Ashland Bayfield County Sportsmen 24th Annual Banquet. Held at the AmericInn. Social hour at 5pm. Dinner at 6:30pm. Dinner tickets can be purchased through Wanda Hyde at 715-373-2088.
  • 10/19/2024
    Copper Falls State Park annual Candlelight Walk at Copper Falls 6-8pm. Visitors are invited to seek out the mysteries of the night as they hike along a one-mile stretch of candlelit trail where over 300 candle luminaries light the path. The full festivities will include a few warm-up activities including traditional campfire fun, goodies for sale, and some special guests. Join us for a magical autumn evening at Copper Falls State Park’s annual Candlelight Hike! This family-friendly event will be offering an enchanting 1-mile loop hike along the beautiful Red Granite Falls Trail, lit with luminaries to guide your way. The crisp fall air, scenic trail, and soft glow of candlelight will create the perfect ambiance for a memorable experience. Featured Activities: Live Owl Program at 6:30 p.m.: Wildlife educator Chris Cold will captivate participants with an up-close look at the fascinating world of owls. Learn about these majestic nocturnal birds and their role in Wisconsin’s ecosystems. Dancing with Witches Flash Mob at 7:00 p.m.: Witness a fun and spooky flash mob dancing to seasonal tunes. Those interested in joining the performance can participate in a rehearsal at 5:30 p.m., right before the main event! Refreshments: Warm up and enjoy a variety of refreshments, including chili, hot dogs, hot cocoa, cider, and treats—perfect for fall! Additional Event Information: Costumes are welcome! Come dressed in your favorite spooky or fun costume to add even more excitement to the night. Leashed pets are welcome on the trail, so feel free to bring your four-legged friends along for the hike! Refreshments will be available for purchase, with all proceeds going to benefit the Friends of Copper Falls State Park, a nonprofit organization dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the park’s natural beauty. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience the beauty of Copper Falls State Park in a new light and to celebrate the season with family, friends, and fellow community members. For more information, visit our website , Facebook, call(715) 274-5123, or email: : info@friendsofcopperfalls.com. State Park Admission sticker is required.
  • 10/19/2024
    Flourish: Acrylic Canvas Paint & Sip. 6-8:30pm. $30. Register. This is an instructional paint class. You will be painting a beautiful Autumn pumpkin scene on a 16×20″ canvas that you can take home. All materials are included. We will have some beverages to choose from or you are welcome to bring your own. 1314 Lake Shore Drive, Suite 2.
  • 10/19/2024
    White Winter Winery: An Evening of Mystery & the Macabre 7- 10pm. Seeking a SPINE-TINGLING experience? Then prepare to be transported into the Gothic realm of the “Master of the Macabre” – EDGAR ALLEN POE! Poe’s dark, brooding tales have captivated readers for generations. Now you can experience the full power of his words brought to life through mesmerizing performances by critically acclaimed actors, Jan Lee & Tom Mitchell. This event is a must-attend for any fan of classic literature. Come! Let Poe’s HAIR RAISING narratives CHILL you to the bone!…HAUNTINGLY Good Cocktails & Refreshments will be available for purchase….IF YOU DARE! $40. Register. 68323 Lea St, Iron River.
  • 10/19/2024
    Chequamegon Symphony Orchestra Concert, “Autumn Landscapes”. Northland College Alvord Theatre at 7:30pm. For more information go to www.chequamegonsymphony.org 

For a list of all the events happening in the Chequamegon Bay go to https://www.visitashland.com/calendar/

For a list of all the events happening in the Chequamegon Bay go to https://www.visitashland.com/calendar/

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For a list of all the events happening in the Chequamegon Bay go to https://www.visitashland.com/calendar/