Calendar of events, festivals and special announcements of interest to persons living in or visiting the communities of Taylor County, Wisconsin. All events are open to the public. If you have an open-to-the-public event for Taylor County that you'd like to have us list here, please fill out our online events form or Email us at webmaster@sws-wis.com.
NOTE: A separate Taylor County High School Sports Events Schedule is available here.
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| 5 | Rib Lake Ice Dip his event will be held on the Lake in front of Camp 28. Starting at 1 pm. Contact: Patti 715-427-2828 Jay 715-427-5533 |
| 5 | Rib Lake Snowshoe Adventure There will be a 2.5 and a 4-mile run/walk. Registration starts at 9:00a.m. Race will start at 11:00a.m. Contact: Deb 715-427-5290 or email mquednow@newnorth.net |
| 5 | Rib Lake Ice Fishing Contest The Rib Lake Ice Fishing Contest is being held in Rib Lake. Raffle tickets will be sold. Food and refreshments available. Contact: Jerry Butler at 715-427-3812; Doug Polacek at 715-427-3235; or Mike Cihasky at 715-427-3353 |
| 18 | 3rd Annual Bowling Fun Night The Sports Page Bowl and Grill Friday is hosting a Bowling For Fun Night with starting times are 5:30 pm and 8:30 pm. There is a $25.00 per person fee which includes 3 games of bowling, shoe rental, lunch and prizes. 4 members per team. Entry form with payment should be returned to the Chamber Office by Friday January 13th. Contact: Medford area Chamber of Commerce at 715-748-4729 |
| 19 | Perkinstown Snowshoe Race The 3-mile, 6-mile and Mountaineer Races are held at Perkinstown Winter Sports Area, 17 miles northwest of Medford. Races start at 11 am with kids race at approximately 1pm. Hot food and refreshments available for purchase. Contact: Medford Area Chamber of Commerce - Phone: 715-748-4729; Email: medfordchamber@tds.net |
| 21 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7 pm in the Large Conference Room at the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
| 25,26,27 | Badger State Hockey Game Boys, Girls and PeeWee teams will compete at the Simek Center in Medford. Contact: Mike Ecklund 715-748-3218 |
| 26 | Earl's Jalopy Ride Registration will be on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to Noon (sharp). The ride will leave promptly at 2:00 p.m. and return approximately 5:00 p.m. DJ music will be provided all day. Food & refreshments served on the grounds. Vintage Clothing Fashion event. All events held at the Brecke Rodeo Grounds, 5 miles west of Medford. Contact: Wally Emmerich at 715-748-2936 |
| 26 | Miller Dam Lake Association Ice Fishing Contest Miller Dam Lake Association will host an ice fishing contest from 9 AM to 3 PM. Entry fee for the raffle drawings is $2.00 or 3 for $5.00. Location is 16 miles north of Thorp on HWY 73 and 4 miles east on County G. Food and refreshments available on the county boat landing. Contact: Joan Chwala @ 715-668-5661 |
| 27 | Lake Esadore Ice Fishing Contest Food and refreshments will be available and prizes will be awarded throughout the day. Contest begins at 10 am and should end around 3 pm Contact: Lori Brandt 715-785-6128 |
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| 1-3 | Sno-cross Race The nationally sanctioned races will be held at the Taylor County Fairgrounds. This event is a joint venture of the Taylor County Snowmobile Club and the Medford Area Chamber of Commerce. Food refreshments and merchandise will be available. Contact: Medford Chamber of Commerce at 715-748-4729 |
| 2 | 9th Annual SniegFest Purchase $2.50 admission/raffle buttons from local businesses. Activities from 10 AM to 5 PM. Guiness Book of Records Frying Pan Toss starting at 2 PM. Other events include: Cutest baby contest; 10 AM - children's Money-in-the-straw search, 11 AM - Husky dog sled demo, mens' beard contest, women's hairy leg contest judging; 12 PM - Polka Music by Cynor's; Golf on River at noon and 2:30 PM; 3:30 PM - Boy Scout Survival demo; 4:30 PM - Torch Light Parade and Bonfire. Ongoing events are Snowman picture taking opportunities, Crossbuck Saw Contest, Snow Sculpturing Contest, Hay Rides, snowmobile rides, Ethnic Food Stands, dog sled rides for the young. Contact: Roger Newman at 715-447-8285 or Sue Breneman at 715-447-8147(home); e-mail: YellowRvrRetreat@centurytel.net. |
| 8,9,10 | Medford Lions Mush The Medford Lions sled dog mush is being held at the Brecke Rodeo Grounds. This event is sponsored by Medford Lions Club, Trailblazers Sled Dog Club, in cooperation with Taylor County. Contact: Dave Lemke at 715-785-7573 (Home) or 715-748-3700 (Work) |
| 10 | The Spirit Lake Ice Fishing Jamboree Spirit Lakes Improvement Assn. will host the Spirit Lake Ice Fishing Jamboree from 6 AM - 3 PM with brats, chili & refreshments (carry-outs available). Raffle drawing to take place at 3:30. Door prizes. Spirit Lake and North Spirit Lake, connected lakes, lie on the Taylor/Price County border along Hwy. 102. Contact: Spirit Lake Improvement Assn. or Jim Poirier at 715-427-3778 |
| 16 | Hinder Binder Cross Country Ski Races The Rib Lake Ski and Snowshoe Club will host the Hinder Binder Ski Race. There will be a 22 km classic, and a 22 km freestyle race. There will also be a 8 km race for high school skiers and a 3.5 km race for middle school skiers(or any younger kids who are up for that distance). Contact: www.skiriblake.com or Cathy Miller 715-748-2307 |
| 19 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7 pm in the Large Conference Room at the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
| 23 | Perkinstown Outhouse Challenge A Race of Thrones, Outhouse Race is being sponsored by the Chequamegon Wildlife and Recreation Club. (CWRC) Build your own Throne. Races begin at 12:00 noon - $10.00 entry fee - 100% payback - Games for the kids while the adults are doing their thing - Food and beer tent on site. Perkinstown Winter Sports Area. Contact: Ron Sromek - 715-785-7595 |
| 24 |  UW Varsity Band in Medford The University of Wisconsin Varsity Band under the direction of Michael Lekrone is coming back to Medford! They are bringing the game-day excitement from Camp Randall Stadium - all the familiar favorites and musical highlights from the 2007 half-time shows. Local alumni performing with the band include Nathan Germain, Kelly Koenig, Ben Wernberg and Torrey Scott. Tickets are available at the Star News, Strama's Self-Serve, WIGM/WKEB, Annie's Hallmark, County Market and at the high school band office. The performance begins at 3:00 PM in Raider Hall at the Medford Area High School. Contact: Rob Wenberg, MASH band director, at 758-5951 |
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| 8 | MASH Library Club Celebrity Silent Auction Bid For Books! The MASH Library Club is sponsoring a Celebrity Silent Auction to raise money for First Book on March 8. Find us at the Contemporary Homes Booth at the Medford Chamber Home Show from 10 AM to 3 PM. A Green Bay Packer signed football, Brewers tickets, Bucks tickets, autographed celebrity photos and more are up for bid., Simek Center/Medford Chamber Home Show. Contact: Pat Eloranta - 715-748-5951 |
| 7,8,9 | Medford Home & Business Expo Held at the Simek Recreation Center. Booths with information about home buying, building, remodeling, landscaping, decorating, furnishings, computers and internet. Seminars, Antique Appraisers. Sunday morning Pancake Breakfast. Refreshments available. Hours: Friday 4 PM - 8 PM; Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM; Sunday 9 AM - 2 PM Contact: Medford Area Chamber of Commerce office at 715-748-4729 |
| 15 | Free Family Movies The Rock Church of Gilman sponsors a free movie every Saturday night. The show tonight is The Thief Lord. Show time is 7:00 PM in the church (old Gilman Theatre). |
| 17 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7 pm in the Large Conference Room at the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
| 22 | Free Family Movies The Rock Church of Gilman sponsors a free movie every Saturday night. The show tonight is Jonah. Show time is 7:00 PM in the church (old Gilman Theatre). |
| 28,29 | Medford High School Choir Cabaret "A Taste of Hollywood" Dinner Theatre in the MASH gym. There will be 2 dinner shows and one matinee. Dinner will be on Fri. and Sat. at 5:30 PM and show starts at 7:00 PM. Matinee will be on Saturday, with doors opening at 12:30 and the show will start at 1:00 pm. Advance tickets are available at Thomas Floral in Medford. Ticket prices are: Dinner show - Adults $15.00 and children $8.00; Matinee show - $10.00 and General Admission - $5.00. |
| 29 | Special Olympics "Strike A Bond" Bowling Tournament This fundraiser will be held at The Sport's Page from 1 PM to 4 PM. 5-person teams - you bring 4 and we supply the Captain. Raffle for Team Autographed-Green Bay Packer Football. Contact: Ron Blackburn or Wayne Burton @ 748-2950, Mike Platt @ 748-3433 |
| 29 | Annual Radio Trivia Contest K99 Radio and the Medford Jaycees host the Annual Radio Trivia Contest. 6 pm-midnight. Compete from the comfort of your own home. For more information, visit http://www.medfordjaycees.com. Contact: K99 at 715-748-2566. |
| 29 | Free Family Movies The Rock Church of Gilman sponsors a free movie every Saturday night. The show tonight is Martian Child. Show time is 7:00 PM in the church (old Gilman Theatre). |
| 30 | Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale The American Legion Auxiliary Boxrucker-Berry Unit 519 will have a pancake breakfast and bake sale (proceeds go to Project Lifesaver) at the Centennial Community Center from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm Contact: Juanita Krug at 715-678-2158 |
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| 4,5 | Rummage and Bake Sale Holy Rosary School will have a rummage and bake sale from 8 am to 6 pm on Friday and from 8 am to noon on Saturday in the social hall. Sponsored by the Home and School Association and the Catholic Family Insurance - Dorchester Branch |
| 6 | Back Country Horsemen of Chequamegon ATTENTION: TRAIL HORSE RIDERS A group of horse owners from throughout central and north-central Wisconsin is forming an affiliation with the Backcountry Horsemen of America. A ranger with the U.S. Forest Service met with us in January and the USFS has offered to build an equestrian trail in a portion of the Chequamegon National Forest located in southern Taylor County. To expedite the process, we need to build on our membership to demonstrate our enthusiasm to the USFS so they will proceed with the development of horse trails we can enjoy for years to come. Our group is strengthening with each meeting! Trail riders of all breeds of horses are welcome, regardless of age or level of riding experience. This is a family affair! Membership is cheap and painless! Please join us on Sunday at 6 pm at the Northwoods Archers Building (12 miles west of Medford via hwy 64 - South on Pirus Rd. 1/4 mile). We look forward to seeing you! Contact: Jim - 715-785-7714 (Medford area) | Gayle - 715-229-2022 (Owen-Withee area) | Bill - 715-659-5166 (Spencer area) | Amy - 715-668-5595 (Membership Info., Northwoods Archers Bldg, Pirus Rd.) |
| 21 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7 pm in the Large Conference Room at the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
| 16,17,18,19 | Library Book Sale The Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale. FOL Members and the public are invited to purchase good used books, CD's, cassettes, videos, puzzles and current magazines. Wednesday - 3 PM to 7 PM (Members only) Thursday - 9 AM to 7 PM Friday - 9 AM to 5 PM Saturday - 9 AM to Noon. Saturday is $2 Bag Day. Contact: Frances L. Simek Memorial Library at 748-2505 |
| 26 | Annual Pine Line Marathon The Medford Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the marathon which includes: 26.2 mile marathon (start time 8 AM); 13.1 mile marathon (start time 8 AM); 26.3 mile relay (start time 8 AM); 5K Run/Walk (start time 10 AM); 1 mile children's dash (start time 9:30 AM). All events take place beginning at the Medford City Park. NOW USAT&F CERTIFIED Contact: Medford Area Chamber of Commerce office at 715-748-4729 |
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| 19 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7:00 pm in the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library in Medford. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
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| 16 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7 pm in the Large Conference Room at the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
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| 4 | Strawberries & Cream Festival There will be activities for children and adults to enjoy all at the Medford City Park. Live music, Games, Milk Jug Regatta, Children's Parade, lots of food and refreshments available. Fireworks display will begin at dusk over the Millpond. Contact: Brian Wilson at 715-748-2626. |
| 4 | Medford Fireworks Display The fireworks are set off along the river at the City Park at dusk. There are food and refreshments along with a dance to follow. |
| 4 | Jump River 4th Celebration Parade at 11 am; tractor pull; horseshoe tournament; fireworks at dusk; food and refreshments available. |
| 7 | Gilman Area Garden Club 8th Annual Garden Tour The tour will feature 5 gardens in the Gilman area. This is a self-guided tour with maps available through the purchase of tickets. Refreshments will be available. Tickets are available at the State Bank of Gilman. Contact: Pamm Spooner at (715)447-8635 |
| 7,8 | Bump It Up for Easter Seals Volleyball Tournament Bump it up for Easter Seals is a six person co-ed volleyball tournament held at the 8th Street Restaurant and Saloon. All proceeds go towards the Easter Seals of Wisconsin.. Contact: Kelly Rau at 715-560-2791 |
| 13 | All Sports Booster Club Golf Outing This 18 hole tournament that takes place at the Black River Golf Course. Proceeds are used to fund sporting events within the Medford School District. Contact: Tim Hansen 715-748-3433 |
| 13 | "Double Take" Yodeling Twin Brothers The event will be held at Historic St. Ann's at 7:30 pm. This is a local band from Merrill. Contact: Helen Dums at 715-427-5814 |
| 14 | Silent Glide Panfish Tournament The fishing contest starts at Mondeaux Dam at 7:30 am. Details and registration form are available on-line. Contact: Dan Renzoni at 715-748-0148. |
| 14 | "Archie Fest" Bluegrass Festival This event is held at the Mondeaux Dam Lodge from 2 pm to 11 pm. Admission is Free! NO carry-ins please. Food and Beverages available on the grounds. Contact: Mondeaux Dam Lodge at 715-427-5746 |
| 14 | Spirit Lake Kid's Pan Fishing Contest This event is held at the Spirit Lake Boat Landing on HWY 102 from 9 am to 1 pm. Contest is open to kids age 15 & under. Kids under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Fee of $3.00 include meal and gift. There will be games, prizes and food. Contact: Jim Poirier at 715-427-3778 |
| 16 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7:00 pm in the Multi-purpose Building at the Taylor County Fairgrounds in Medford. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
| 19 | Taylor County Clean Sweep Items will be collected in Westboro in the morning, then Lublin in the afternoon. Watch for additional information. |
| 19 | Downtown Community Cultural Series The Friends of the Downtown host the series of three cultural nights in Historic Downtown Medford. "Art and Music" and the "Chair Affair" auction take place this evening with food, music and fun for the entire family from 4pm to 8pm. Contact:Jeff Miller at (715)758-0175 |
| 22 | Medford Jaycees 3rd Annual Lawnmower Races Wisconsin Lawn Mower Racing Association presents 6 classes of lawn mower racing action plus two kid's classes! Being held at the Taylor County Fair Grounds in Medford with hot laps starting 6 pm and racing starting at 7 pm. Admission is $5.00 for adults with children 6 and under free. Many racers attending have been featured on ESPN2, The SPEED Network, and the Discovery Channel |
| 28,29 | Lublin Days There will be a volleyball tournament; softball tournament Saturday & Sunday; music in the park Saturday afternoon with a pig roast supper and music throughout the evening; chicken dinner on Sunday and a parade at 1 pm. |
| 28,29 | North Central Classics & Customs Auto Fest The collector car show will be held at the Medford City Park. There will be a Fun Run on Saturday, and a dance Saturday night. Awards are given out on Sunday. Food and refreshments are available. Contact: Todd Heier 715-748-5385 or Denny Westphal 715-223-4671 |
| 29 | Great Rubber Duck Race Race is on the Black River in downtown Medford, starting at State Street bridge at 5 pm. The rubber duck tickets are available from area businesses. Contact: Sandi Kuenne at (715) 678-2065 |
| 30 | Medford Lions Arts & Crafts Fair Booths are set up along the Riverwalk in the Medford City Park from 10 am - 3 pm Food, refreshments, and music. Contact: Sandi Kuenne at 715-678-2065 |
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| 1,2,3,4,5 | Taylor County Fair 4-H projects, exhibits, Midway carnival rides, stage shows throughout the day, and petting zoo. See daily grandstand activities and bands. Season pass is $7, daily gate admission: 10 & up - $4, 9 & under- FREE. At the Taylor County Fairgrounds, Medford, WI. Junction of HWY 64 & 13. The Historical Society will have the Museum, Old Schoolhouse and Log Cabin open daily. Contact: Kathy Jochimsen at 715-785-8049 |
| 1 | Taylor County Youth Fair Pre-Fair Day Judging for cat & small pets at 1:30 pm; Announce the Taylor County King & Queen; Judging of the Dog Show at 4:00 pm at the Taylor County Fair Grounds at the junction of HWY 64 & 13. Contact: Kathy Jochimsen 715 748-4481 |
| 2 | Taylor County Youth Fair Entry Day Livestock - 8 am to 10 pm; all other exhibits - 2 to 10 pm; Open Class - 12 to 10 pm; Horse Judging at 9 am; Bruce & Judy Dicker Show - Comedy Magic Show, strolling, ventriloquism, Tattoos, and balloons - 3 days; Pygmy goats & sheep judging at 5 pm; 7 pm "Green Mountain Rebels" Rock & Retro type band, in show ring at the Taylor County Fair Grounds. Contact: Kathy Jochimsen, manager - 785-8049 |
| 3 | Taylor County Youth Fair Senior Citizen Day anyone 65 years or older will be admitted FREE. Events include: Taylor County Polka Band at 1:30pm in Senior Center; Judging in all Departments at 9 am; "Bruce & Judy Dicker Show"; Dairy Dessert Contest judging at 1 pm sponsored by K99/WIGM Radio; 6 pm "Color Me Wild Youth Drill Team " Presentation of Colors in the Grand Stand followed by Team Penning; 7:30 pm 26th Anniversary of the Livestock Show & Sale; followed by "Ain't Got Jack" band in show ring at the Taylor County Fair Grounds. Contact: Kathy Jochimsen, manager - 785-8049 |
| 4 | Taylor County Youth Fair Goat judging at 8:30 am; Dairy judging at 9 am; Bike Rodeo sponsored by Security Health from 11-12; "Bruce & Judy Dicker Show"; "Coin Search" at 2:30 pm in the livestock barn sponsored by the Medford FFA Alumni; "Over-The-Hill" dairy judging sponsored by Roger Hoefs Memorial; "Youth Color Me Wild Drill Team" at 5:30 pm in the grandstand; All-Wisconsin Draft Horse/Hitch Show Classes at 10 am and Large Hitches at 6:30 pm in the grandstand; "Red Higgins & Yankee Train" 7:30 pm in the show ring at the Taylor County Fair Grounds. Contact: Kathy Jochimsen, manager - 785-8049 |
| 4 | Senior Fun Day on Katherine Lake Seniors age 62 or older can spend the day fishing or just relaxing on a pontoon ride. All fishing equipment and pontoons will be supplied. No fishing license required. A shore lunch will be served. Pre-register by July 23 as space is limited. Sponsored by the Chequamegon Wildlife and Rec Club. Contact: Gloria Carpenter at 715-668-5636 |
| 5 | Taylor County Youth Fair 12th Annual Dress an Animal Contest at 10 am sponsored by Medford FFA Alumni followed by the "Little Britches" sponsored by the Medford FFA Chapter; 11 am Parade; 11:30 am "Ag Olympics" in the show ring; 11 am Lublin Chicken Dinner in the Beer Stand; 1 pm & 6 pm Lucky O Hara Demolition Derby; 1 pm - 4 pm "Wise Guys" in the Beer Stand followed by Raffle Drawing, Taylor County Fair Grounds. Contact: Kathy Jochimsen, manager - 785-8049 |
| 11 | Sizzlin' Summer Block Party Events to include: Sizzlin' Summer Sidewalk Sales from sponsored by the Downtown Business Association from 9 AM -1 PM, food & refreshments, Fastor Pastor Trike Race at 10:30 am, Rivalry Water Wars at 11 am (teams compete with fire hoses), "Singing in the Streets" presented by the Medford Senior High School Choir at 11 AM & 4 PM in front of Hoffman's Ben Franklin. Contact: Medford Area Chamber of Commerce 715-748-4729 |
| 11 | Lounge Around Street Dance Live Music by Doc & the Interns from 8:30 PM - 12 AM on Main Street, Medford, in front of the Lounge Around Tavern. Serving hamburgers, brats, and corn on the cob. Contact: Jim Metz at 715-748-3135 |
| 11,12,13 | Rib Lake Ice Age Days Carnival, games, Hidden Prairie Rendezvous, food and refreshments daily. Friday 5 PM- Registration for 1 & 5 mile run/walk. 7:30 PM- Queen and King crowning. 9 PM- Street Dance with music by Older Budweiser. Saturday 8 AM- Registration for the 5th Annual Pride Ride Fun Run to Rhinelander. Bake Sale at Lutheran Church. 9 AM- Velociraptor Run begins, 7 & 13 mile Trail Run registration at the Old Village Hall, Craft & Bake sale at the Ice Age Pavilion. 10 AM- Hobbyland Flyers, Kids Bullhead Tournament, Car Show starts, 1-5 PM- Variety music by Finn Power. 2-4 PM- Log Cutting Contest, Log Throwing Contest, Portable Saw Mill, 9 PM- Ice Age Street Dance with music by Bear Creek Band. 1 PM- Fireworks. Sunday 8 AM- Breakfast at the Fire Hall sponsored by the Boy Scouts. 11 AM- Chicken BBQ at the American Legion. 1 PM- Parade with registration from 10 AM-12:45 PM (late entries welcome). 3 PM- Karaoke Dreamers sponsored by the Rib Lake Lions Club Contact: Cindy Hanke 715-427-3132 |
| 11,12,13 | Hidden Prairie Rendezvous Visit the Hidden Prairie Rendezvous Club Reenactment of an early 1800 working community at the Rib Lake Ice Age Days. Contact: Cindy Hanke 715-427-3132 |
| 16 | Downtown Community Cultural Series Part 3 The Friends of the Downtown host the series of three cultural nights from 4 pm to 8 pm. |
| 18 | Fall Amish Quilt and Craft Sale 8:30 AM at the Simon Schmucker farm (N2278 Wren Drive, Medford, WI 54451). There will be a large bake sale along with quilts, furniture, antiques, crafts and farm machinery. The Amish ladies will serve lunch. Directional cards are available at the Medford Area Chamber of Commerce office. Consignments welcome. Contact: Simon Schmucker, N2278 Wren Drive, Medford, WI 54451 |
| 19 | Esadore Area Lake Association 7th Annual Golf Scramble At the Tee-Hi starting at 3 pm. Contact: Brian Kulas 748-4509 |
| 24 | Contemporary Acoustic Folk DANVILLE Concert Concert coming to Historic St. Ann's featuring Tim, Kathy, Casey, and Joe Danielson. Music starts at 7:30 pm with free will offering and lunch. Historic St. Ann's is located 10 miles north of Medford on Hwy 13 then 2.5 miles east on Cemetary Ave. Lunch and social to follow. Contact: Frank Skibbie at 748-5163. |
| 25 | Central Wisconsin Bass anglers Fishing Tournament Weigh-in is at the Taylor County boat landing at Miller Dam at 3 pm. Contact: Glen Smith at 715-748-6751. |
| 25 | Turtle Club's Dog Days of Summer Help Support the Taylor County Animal Shelter. Food - Raffles - Music - Fun. Music by Jack Kay from 3 pm - 7 pm and Ain't Got Jack from 8 pm to midnight. For every item donated, receive a Turtle Buck good towards food or drink (maximum 5 items per family) Items needed include: paper towels, large garbage bags, blankets, Dawn dish soap, laundry detergent, Borax, collars and leashes, bowls, high quality dog and cat food and treats. |
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| 2 | St. Stanislaus Church Dinner Buffet style dinner with Polish sausage and chicken served from 10:30 am. Polka music in the pavilion, auction, cake walk, games, raffles, crafts. |
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| 2 | Jump River Lions Truck Pull Truck pull begins at noon. Lawn mower race at 12:30 PM. Chicken dinner. Contact: Jim Miller at (715) 668-5451. |
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| 8 | Rib Lake Alzheimer's Memory Walk 2007 Location: Registration at Rib Lake Golden Living Center, 650 Pearl Street. Registration 8:30 to 9 a.m. *** Walk 1 or 2 or 3 miles. *** Pledge prizes, door prizes and refreshments. *** Return transportation available, if needed. *** To sign up or volunteer go to the Memory Walk web site and type ZIPCODE 54470 Contact: Memory Walk |
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| 7,8,9 | Gilman Fall Festival
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| 8 | Outdoor Garden & Craft Market Sponsored by the Gilman Area Garden Club from 10 am - 2 pm on Main Street, Gilman, in conjunction with the Gilman Fall Festival. Features many local and commercial vendors selling a wide variety of perennials, shrubs and trees, produce and garden related items. These may include bird houses, plant stakes, statuary, stepping stones and many other decorative items. Contact: Carol Soraparu at 715-447-5402 |
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| 8,9 | Holy Rosary Fall Festival Food, Fun and Family Entertainment. Saturday evening (5 pm to 9:30 pm) will include music, card tournaments and Bingo. Sunday (10:30 am to 5:30 pm) will feature our famous Chicken Dinner with all the fixings! Holy Rosary Church, 424 W. Cedar St., Medford. Contact: Christine O'Toole - 715-678-2247 |
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| 15 | Paws For A Clause 2005 Walk-a-thon Sponsored by Gentle Hearts Boarding Kennel spay/neuter program and building fund. Registration at 9 am. Contact: Gentle Hearts Boarding Kennel (715) 748-9699 |
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| 15 | Lounge Around 800 Golf Tournament Tournament will be held at the Black River Golf Club, registration at 12 PM and shotgun start at 12:30 PM with steak feed to follow. Contact: Jim Metz at 715-748-3135 |
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| 17 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7:30 pm in the Large Conference Room at the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
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| 23 | Whooping Cranes and Operation Migration
The Chequamegon Bird Club will again be co-hosting Joe Duff of Operation Migration for a presentation on the whooping crane ultralight-guided migration. The program experienced a disheartening setback last year with the loss of the whole 2006 cohort of young cranes. Come to this program for an update and to learn about this important part of the recovery of whooping cranes. DATE: Sunday, Sept. 23rd, 2007 TIME: 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: Red/ White Theater, Medford Senior High PRICE: FREE! (but donations are welcomed) Contact: Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
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| 27 | Stetsonville Fire Dept. Spaghetti Supper All-you-can-eat spaghetti being served at the Stetsonville Fire hall from 4:30 pm - 8 pm. Contact: Kay Waldhart at (715) 678-2290 |
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| 5 | 2nd Annual Rib Lake Walleye Fry The 2nd Annual Rib Lake Walleye Fry Event will be st the Rib Lake Ice Age Pavilion, 847 Fayette Ave, Rib Lake. Serving begins 4 pm, with music by Zoo's Tunes at 7 pm. German and domestic beers. *** Sponsored by the Rib Lake Ice Age Committee. Contact: Cindy Hanke at (715) 427-3132 |
| 6 | 4 mile Fall Hike at Wood Lake near Rib Lake The High Point Chapter of the Ice Age Park & Trail Foundation - Taylor County is hosting a 4-mile Fall hike around Wood Lake near Rib Lake on Saturday, October 6, 2007 (Prime time fall color weekend!). To car pool - meet up with other fellow hikers at Hardees in Medford at 9:00am or met at county park by Wood Lake at 9:30-ish am. The terrain consists of small rolling hills, nothing steep. Marshfield Historical Society purchased a kiosk that is located on this trail on the spot of a logging camp - includes history and pictures. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate hiking clothes and shoes/boots. Bring water bottle, walking stick, hopefully you'll need your sunglasses, camera, binoculars, happy spirit! Lunch at Camp 28 in Rib Lake afterwards (everyone pays for their own) There is no registration involved; you don't have to RSVP to anyone, just show up if you want to go. All are welcome. Contact: Steve McCabe at (715)384-4945 |
| 15 | Chequamegon Bird Club Banquet The Annual Banquet meeting will be held at the Dorchester Village Hall, 188 S. 2nd Street at 6 PM. The speaker will be Noel Cutright, author of Atlas of the Breeding Birds of Wisconsin. Tickets can be ordered in advance from Bernice Gokey at (715)223-2084 for $12 each. Deadline is October 5. Contact: Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
| 25-28 | Harvest Days Festival 2005 here will be a 5k/10k Run/Walk & Children's Dash, Cranberry & Chili Cook Off Contest, Pumpkin Craft and Friendly Feud, Spaghetti Feed. Also a Health & Safety Fair, and a Dance being held in downtown Contact: Medford Chamber of Commerce at (715)748-4729 or (888) 682-9567. |
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| 10 | Stepping Stones Family Fun Fest Children & children at heart will enjoy games and other fun things we have planned. There will be games and many other activities along with a soup supper. The event will be held at the Taylor County Fair Grounds in the new Community Building from 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Contact: Stepping Stones, Inc. at 715-748-3795. |
| 15,16 and 17 | Rowan and Martin's Laugh In The Medford Area Senior High drama department will re-create the Laugh In humor in this nostalgic romp through the silliness and wit of this classic 1960's hit tv show. Tickets are available at District office beginning October 29, or at the door a half hour before curtain time. The show starts at 7:30 pm, Thursday through Saturday nights, in the Red White Theatre. Youth below high school age may be too young to appreciate the humor. |
| 17 | Rib Lake Hunter's Ball Dance to music by a D.J. at Zondlo's Ballroom from 8 PM - Midnight. Admission is only $2. Rib Lake Fire Dept. will hold a benefit gun raffle. The newly remodeled Zondlo's Ballroom is located just east of Rib Lake on Hwy 102, intersection with Hwy C, Rib Lake, WI Contact: Rib Lake Tourism Committee at rl2visit@newnorth.net |
| 17 | Cookie/Candy Sale Holy Rosary School is having a Holiday Cookie and Candy Sale in the school from 10 am to 4 pm. A large selection of home-made cookies and candy will be available so those attending can select the goodies of their choice. Themed gift baskets will be available for sale by silent auction. All purchases are weighed and sold by the pound. Contact: Audrey Stefancin at 715-748-3336 ext. 247 |
| 17 | United Methodist Church Holiday Bazaar The Medford United Methodist Church is having a Pie Sale and Holiday Bazaar on Saturday November 17th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Baked Goods, Crafts and Holiday Decorations. Advanced orders may be placed. Pies will be boxed and ready for pickup at the Bazaar pie booth. Contact: (715)748-6760 or 748-2154 |
| 19 | Chequamegon Bird Club Gunnison Sage-Grouse Tracy Swedlund will offer a program telling of his work with the Gunnison Sage-Grouse, sharing images and audio recordings of this now-endangered bird which occurs in a small region of Colorado. From 1989-91 he worked under the leadership of Dr Jessica Young for the Colorado Division of Wildlife on a special field project studying the Sage-Grouse in the Gunnison area. Their study led to the classification of the Sage-Grouse as a separate sub-species known as the Gunnison Sage-Grouse. Tracy graduated from Western State College in Gunnison, Colorado with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology and returned to Wisconsin to earn a Master's at Stevens Point in Natural Resources/Environmental Education. He now teaches 10th-12th graders at Medford High school in Biology, Botany and Human Anatomy. The meeting will be at 7 pm at the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library and any interested persons are invited to attend. The Chequamegon Bird Club meets the third Monday of every month. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
| 20 | Library Reader's Group The Friends of the Library Readers' Group hosts book discussions every other month through the school year. The discussions are open to the public and are held on the third Tuesday, every other month from September through May at 7:00 pm. The books are available at the library. Everyone is welcome! The book chosen to discuss this session is Frankenstein by Mary Shelly. Contact: Frances L. Simek Memorial Library at 748-2505 |
| 22 | Free Thanksgiving Meal This dinner is being offered to anyone in the Medford area who would like to celebrate this Thanksgiving with a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings. The dinner is sponsored by Holy Rosary Church & Medford Area Businesses. Serving will begin 12:00 (noon) at Holy Rosary's Social Center. You can make your reservations by calling Deacon Joe at 748-3336 (ext. 256) and leaving a message. Please state if you are dining in the Social Center, you would like a carryout, or a delivery as well as how many people will be joining you. ALL persons are welcome for this FREE Thanksgiving Dinner! Contact: Deacon Joe 715-748-3336 (ext. 256) |
| 22 | Lighting of the Lights Santa Claus and his helpers will lead area children down Main Street and light the Christmas lights in downtown Medford at 6 PM. Refreshments will be served. Contact: Medford Chamber of Commerce office 715-748-4729 |
| 23 | Westboro Hunter's Ball The Westboro Hunter's Ball will be held at the VFW Hall in Westboro. The dance will take place from 8pm-1am, along with DJ music by Wave Jammer and gun raffles. This dance is always the Friday after Thanksgiving. Contact:Bob Pipkorn 715-427-5614 |
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| 3 | Lites of Love Program The Memorial Health Center Volunteers annual Lites of Love fundraiser "Light Up The Holidays With Love" - lighting ceremony will be held at Memorial Health Center at 4 PM. Trees will be lit on the walkway along the driveway to the front of the hospital. Proceeds from sale of lites are used for scholarships for area high school seniors. Contact: Memorial Health Center |
| 8 | Rib Lake "Christmas For Kids" The fun parade starts at 1:00 pm. with lineup at the Rib Lake Library parking lot and continues down Main Street to the Ice Age Pavilion. Meet with Santa, free Bag of Treats, Christmas cookies, refreshments. A family fun time to enjoy the holidays! Co-sponsored by the Rib Lake Ice Age Committee and the Rib Lake Community Club. |
| 8 | Children's Christmas Corner Bring your children to shop at the Medford Middle School gym from 10 am to 1 pm. Parents enjoy some refreshments while your child shops. All gifts are $10.00 and under, including tax. Sponsored by MACC. Contact: Medford Area Chamber of Commerce 715-748-4729 . |
| 9 | Gilman Community Choir Concert The Community Choir will perform at 7:00 pm in the Gilman High School Gym |
| 13 | Meet the Author - Elizabeth Carlson Elizabeth Carlson, author of SCREAM Quietly, will be visiting the Frances L. Simek Library in Medford from 1-3 PM to discuss her book - the true story of her mother's life in Poland during WWII and the family's escape from Communist Poland. Contact: Frances L. Simek Library - 748-2505 |
| 15 | MASH Choir Concert Grade 7-12 Choir Concert at 7:00 pm at MASH Raider Hall Contact: MASH - 748-5951 |
| 16 | MASH Band Concert Grade 7-12 Band Concert at 2:30 pm at MASH Raider Hall Contact: MASH - 748-5951 |
| 17 | Chequamegon Bird Club The meeting will be at 7 pm in the Large Conference Room at the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library. The bird club meets the third Monday of every month and interested persons are invited to attend. Contact: Susan Koffernus at (715) 678-6193 or Connie Decker at (715) 654-5819. |
| 15 | Gilman Band and Choir Concert Grade 6-12 bands and 9-12 choir will perform at 7:00 pm in the Gilman High School Gym Contact: MASH - 748-5951 |
| 20 | MAMS Holiday Program Grades 5-6 Program at 1:30pm in the MAMS Gym Contact: MAMS - 748-2516. |
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