February 2012    

Ice Fishing Rumble

February 4, 2012
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Roll-In Point, W6605 Point Lane, Phillips
715-339-4585
Email:  nordland04@pctcnet.net
7 a.m.-5 p.m.   Open at 6 a.m. with a breakfast special available.  Registration anytime but closes at 10 a.m. the day of the tournament.  Prizes for 1st & 2nd place for longest fish in the following categories: walleye, northern, perch, blue gill & crappie; also, 1st place for age 12 & under for walleye; plus door prizes; food & drinks will be available all day; entrance fee is $10 per person each day (100% payback); tickets can be purchased at Roll-In Point Bar & Grill anytime up until 10 a.m. the day of the tournament.  The proceeds from the raffles will be donated to a local youth organization.

12th Annual Chili Golf Open

February 4, 2012
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Harbor View Pub & Eatery, 1094 N. Lake Ave., Phillips
715-339-4371 / 2626
Website:  www.harborviewonline.com
E-mail:  flambhh@pctcnet.net
Golf the 9-hole par 3 course with plowed fairways and greens, or enter a chili cook-off during this benefit for Flambeau Hospice at Harbor View on Long Lake.  The $20 registration fee includes 9 holes of golf, a bowl of chili to warm you up after golfing, and other goodies.  Cash prizes for golfing and special prizes for most outrageously dressed golfers. Continuous registration from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. and golfers can begin as soon as they are registered.  Call to reserve specific tee times. “Golf” balls are provided; golfers may bring their own clubs (only one club per golfer) or borrow clubs available on site.  A chili cook-off is also part of the event – call for chili cook-off rules and to pre-register to donate a crock pot of chili to be judged; traditional and non-traditional categories.  Auction beigns at 3 p.m.  Raffle drawing is at 4 p.m.

Candlelight Ski – Hike – Snowshoe

February 4, 2012
6 – 9 p.m.
Flambeau Hills Ski Trail, Hwy. W, Winter
715-332-5271
Website:  http://dnr.wi.gov/forestry/stateforests/SF-Flambeau/winter_recreation.htm
E-mail:  freemj@dnr.state.wi.us
Annual cross-country skiing at night by candlelight beginning at the Flambeau Hills Trailhead. A 1.8 kilometer loop of trail will be groomed, tracked, and lit with over 600 candles. The trail is for skiers or hikers and winds through the heart of the forest. The trail is wide enough for diagonal striders and skate skiers. Picnic tables and a large barbecue grill will be available near the trailhead for persons who wish to cook out. Large warming fires will also be built and maintained throughout the night. The forest staff promotes this as a casual family-type outing and hopes that families and friends come and spend the evening with them. The candles should provide a luminescent atmosphere for all to enjoy. Starting at 5 p.m. that Saturday, all day-use fees at the trailhead will be waived. The Flambeau Hills Trailhead is located on Cty. Hwy. W 20 miles west of Phillips or 15 miles east of Winter. This event will take place regardless of snow conditions.

Elk River Pioneers Breakfast Buffet

February 5, 2012
8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Club 13, 784 N. Lake Ave., Phillips – Trail #102
715-339-4639 / 3456
E-mail: silvernailj@pctcnet.net  
Enjoy a hearty breakfast including pancakes & eggs and support the Elk River Pioneers Snowmobile Club.  There will also be raffles and other fundraisers.  Proceeds will fund trail maintenance, community events and an annual high school scholarship.  This is a snowmobile club public event. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Explore Animal Tracks

February 5, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
The first in a three-part series of Sunday family afternoons exploring the wonders of Nature in winter. Join DNR Wildlife Biologist Pat Beringer as he explains who our 2- and 4-legged neighbors are during the winter season; then walk in the woods to see whose tracks we can find at the park.  Registration required.

Cor PowerSports Cross Country Snowmobile Race

February 11, 2012
Registration is Fri. 6-8 p.m. & Sat. 7-8 a.m.; racing is Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Birch Island Resort, Bar & Restaurant, N8221 E. Wilson Flowage Road, Phillips
651-387-5880 / 715-339-3151
Website:  http://www.corpowersports.com/
Email:  todd@corpowersports.com
The races will take place on Wilson Lake at Birch Island in Phillips, brought to you by the grassroots Wi cross country snowmobile race series organized by Cor PowerSports. The races will be held on a 7-mile track and vary in length from 7 miles to 50 miles.  Race classes include Pro, Semi-Pro, Women, Jr., Kids, Team, Vintage, Sprint and Distance. Yamaha will have three racing snowmobiles at the event.

Ice Fishing Jamboree

February 11, 2012
6 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Little Spirit Lake Boat Landing, N9401 State Hwy. 102, Spirit
715-427-3778
Website: www.spiritlakeassoc.org
E-mail: lspirit@newnorth.net
No entry fee, cash prizes; brats, chili and refreshments will be available to the public starting at 11 a.m. in a heated shelter.  Raffle tickets – $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00; prizes – 1st – $300, 2nd – $200, 3rd – $100, 4th – $50, 5th – $50; ticket drawing at boat landing at 3:30 p.m.; seven (7) miles east of Rib Lake on State Hwy. 102.

Papermaking Workshop

February 11, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Get your fingers wet while learning the art & history of papermaking from paper and bookmaker Shelley Matthiesen who will show participants how to turn recycled scrap paper, junk mail, and envelopes into something useful again.  Think valentines!  Registration required.

Valentine Wine Tasting

February 11, 2012
2-5 p.m.
The 5 Senses, 146 Balsam Street, Phillips
715-339-2777
Website: www.the5senseswi.com
Email: chap@pctcnet.net
You’re invited to sample a variety of wine choices to consider for upcoming special occasions or to enjoy any time at this unique speciality shop.  Find them on Facebook. 

Elk River Pioneers Poker Run & Picnic

February 17 & 18, 2012
Begins Friday evening; picnic Sat. at noon; drawing Sat. 8 p.m.
Russo’s Hill – Trail #80 & Birch Island Resort on Wilson Lake, N8221 E. Wilson Flowage Road, Phillips
715-339-4639 / 3151
Website: http://www.birchislandresortllc.com
E-mail:   silvernailj@pctcnet.net
Ride the snowmobile trails or drive your vehicle to designated locations and collect cards for the best poker hand; final drawing Saturday at 8 p.m.  Everyone is invited to a picnic lunch at noon Saturday at Russo’s Hill off Carpenter Creek Road on Trail #80.  This is a snowmobile club public event. Everyone is welcome to attend.

21st Annual Football Chili Feed

February 17, 2012
4 – 7 p.m.
Phillips School Commons, 990 Flambeau Ave./Hwy. W, Phillips
715-820-0028
All you can eat chili, vegetables & dip, cheese & crackers, rolls, dessert, milk & coffee. Over 100 Door Prizes. Adults-$6.00, Child 6-12: $4.00, Children 5 & under eat free. Proceeds go to the Phillips High School football program.

Painting in Acrylics workshop

February 18, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
The first in a 4-part series, this workshop features local artist Coralee Erickson who will show students how to use a dynamic color block acrylic background applied with a palette knife using strong horizontal & vertical passes which sets the stage for a butterfly design.  This is a no-mistake technique for beginner to intermediate painters!   Attend one session or all four sessions.  Registration required.

Prentice Bushbenders Snowmobile & ATV Timed Oval Races

February 25, 2012 – CANCELLED - not enough snow
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Buccaneer Pond behind Sailor’s Bar & Grill, 715 Railroad Avenue, downtown Prentice
715-820-2332 /715-428-2888
Website:  www.countrysidemotelwi.com/webcam.html
E-mail:   Troy@northwoodsbuilderswi.com
Bring your sled or ATV and race on an oval track against the clock. Kitty Kat races for the kids. Trophies for all classes. Food and drinks available. Raffles during the event and cash raffle drawing at 2pm. This is a snowmobile club public event. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Painting in Acrylics workshop

February 25, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
The second in a four-part series, this workshop features Park Falls painter Edith Burant, demonstrates how to paint on fabric, namely one of your T-shirts!  With years of painting and teaching experience, she will easily guide a beginning or intermediate painter through the process.   Attend one session or all four sessions.  Registration required.

Big & Hearty Breakfast

February 26, 2012
7 a.m. – noon
Chequamegon Sportsman Club, Prentice
715-474-2448
E-mail:  dtenut@yahoo.com
A large selection of hearty breakfast items to choose from. There will also be raffles and door prizes. Sponsored by the Southern Price County ATV Club. Proceeds from the fund-raiser will be used to pay for club expenses.

     March 2012    

Ice Fishing Rumble

March 3, 2012
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Roll-In Point, W6605 Point Lane, Phillips
715-339-4585
Email:  nordland04@pctcnet.net
Open at 6 a.m. with a breakfast special available.  Registration anytime but closes at 10 a.m. the day of the tournament.  Prizes for 1st & 2nd place for longest fish in the following categories: walleye, northern, perch, blue gill & crappie; also, 1st place for age 12 & under for walleye; plus door prizes; food & drinks will be available all day; entrance fee is $10 per person each day (100% payback); tickets can be purchased at Roll-In Point Bar & Grill anytime up until 10 a.m. the day of the tournament.  The proceeds from the raffles will be donated to a local youth organization. Find them on Facebook.

Painting in Acrylics workshop

March 3, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
The third in a four-part series, this workshop features Rhinelander native Carol Miller who will get you started in a “One Stroke Painting Technique”  on terra cotta pots just in time for spring , or learn to paint on glass if you’re looking for more of a challenge.  Attend one session or all four sessions.  Registration required.

“Cinderella” presented by the Northwoods Players

March 9, 10 & 11, 2012
Fri. & Sat. 7 p.m.; Sun. 2:00 p.m.
High School Auditorium, 990 Flambeau Ave./County Road W, Phillips
715-218-3055
Website:  www.northwoodsplayers.com
E-mail: jdmco@pctcnet.net; baxter@pctcnet.net
The annual spring musical is performed by the talented and entertaining local theater group, the Northwoods Players.  Come and enjoy this fun and entertaining classic!

Painting in Acrylics workshop

March 10, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
The last in a four-part series, this workshop features artist Betty Lutzka from Three Lakes who paints on a variety of mediums. She will guide students through painting a scene on wood, either of loons that she will provide or a scene of the students’ choice.  Become familiar with expression through a brush by attending all four sessions or as many as you have time for.  Registration required.

St. Urho/St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

March 17, 2012
4:30 p.m.
Community Center, N4888 Stadium Road, Corner of Hwys. 8 & D, Brantwood
715- 564-2525 / 2520
Website:  www.pricecountyhistoricalsociety.com/historic%20sites.html
Email:   cen95870@centurytel.net; paulsyl@centurytel.net
This Finnish-American holiday is based on the legend of St. Urho casting the frogs and grasshoppers out of Finland. The celebration includes a traditional meal of corned beef & cabbage plus ham and all the trimmings served from 4:30-6:30 p.m. with music and a program to follow. Homemade multi-grain bread and cardamom braids will be available for purchase. Sponsored by the Knox Creek Heritage Center.

Birds of Prey

March 18, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
The second in a three-part series of Sunday family afternoons exploring the wonders of nature in winter, this workshop features Chris Cold, DNR Wildlife Technician, Educator & licensed Falconer, who will discuss raptors of the Great Lakes region and introduce you to some of his winged friends. Registration required.

Spring Sport, Home & Craft Show

March 24 & 25, 2012
Sat. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Phillips High School, 990 Flambeau Ave./County Road W, Phillips
715-339-4100/888-408-4800
Website:  http://www.phillipswisconsin.net/
E-mail:  pacc@pctcnet.net
Come and see the exhibits of 40 vendors and 25 crafters, plus informative seminars and good food. Sponsored by the Phillips Area Chamber of Commerce.

Ukranian Egg Decorating

March 31, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Participants attending this workshop you will learn the art of Pysanky, a wax color resist art of decorating eggs for Easter, with Cathy Mess.  Bring the kids to make paper baskets.  Registration required. 

Wild Game Feed

March 31, 2012
2 p.m. til gone
Birch Island Resort, N8221 E. Wilson Flowage Road, Phillips
715-339-3151
Website: http://www.birchislandresortllc.com
E-mail: birllc@pctcnet.net
Buffet meal of wild game donated for this fund-raising event, plus try to guess the mystery entrée.  Proceeds go to a local non-profit organization; raffles, final drawing at 7 p.m.

Pancake Supper

March 31, 2012
4-7:30 p.m.
Ogema Elementary School, N1844 W. Schoolhouse Road, Ogema
715-767-5836 / 767-5461
All-you-can-eat regular pancakes, potato pancakes, sausages, coffee, pure maple syrup, etc.  Sponsored by the Ogema Lions Club.  Held the last Saturday of March.

 

     April 2012    

“Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50s” presented by the Woods & Waters Fine Arts Council

April 19, 2012
7 p.m.
Chequamegon High School, 380 9th St., Park Falls
715-762-3034
Website:  www.richieleeproductions.comhttp://www.bottomlineduo.com/
Email:  dcordypritzl@aol.com
This talented young Buddy Holly singing sensation lends tribute to greats of the 50s.  This performance is part of The Concert Series, and ticket purchase includes admission to all seven concerts in the series.

Frogs & Toads & Spring

April 22, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
The third in a three-part series of Sunday family afternoons exploring the wonders of nature in spring, this workshop features Natural Resources Educator John Haack and his amphibians in a discussion on frogs and toads and a walk on the Nature Trail to listen for their calls to attract a mate.  Marjy Brzeskiewicz, US Forest Service Botanist, will be on hand to talk about where frogs and toads live & have some hopping good times.  Registration required.

      May 2012     

“Lake Effect” & “Chill Factor” presented by the Woods & Waters Fine Arts Council

May 2012 – TBA
7 p.m.
Chequamegon High School, 380 9th St., Park Falls
715-762-3034
Website:  http://www.d.umn.edu/music/areas_of_study/jazz_ensembles.html
Email:  dcordypritzl@aol.com
These two University of Minnesota – Duluth vocal jazz emsembles are award-winning, pioneering vocal jazz forces in Minnesota performing around the country and overseas.

POPS Garage Sale Fund-raiser

May 3 – 5, 2012
Thurs. 6 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Lions Pavilion, 750 South Street, Prentice
715-767-5119
The shelves are restocked daily with new items. Sponsored by Power of Positive Students (POPS).

A Taste of Spring – Tea & Chocolates

May 5, 2012
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The 5 Senses, 146 Balsam Street, Phillips
715-339-2777
Website: www.the5senseswi.com
Email: chap@pctcnet.net
You’re invited to samples teas … chocolates and other goodies for some great gift ideas at this unique specialty shop. Savor different types of tea and learn about how the leaves are processed and the health benefits from drinking tea. Plus sink your teeth into some rich and decadent chocolate samples while sipping your tea. Find us on Facebook.

POPS Garage Sale Fund-raiser

May 10 – 12, 2012
Thurs., Fri. & Sat. 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Lions Pavilion, 750 South Street, Prentice
715-767-5119
E-mail:  celinelofland@hotmail.com
The shelves are restocked daily with new items.  Sponsored by Power of Positive Students (POPS).

Heritage Days

May 19, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
An historical look at Price County geared to kids of all ages and adults through maps, early cultural settlements, geography and more, plus exhibits from local history groups and book authors.  Learn to use a compass to search for treasures. No registration required.

Concrete Planter Workshop – Perennial Plant Swap & Sale

May 26, 2012
1-4 pm
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at the Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Highway 13, Phillips
715-339-7282
Website: http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail: fofs@pctcnet.net
Participants attending this workshop will can make a durable, decorative concrete outdoor planter using ordinary materials. Registration required.  

Perennial Plant Swap & Sale

May 26, 2012
1-4 pm
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at the Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Highway 13, Phillips
715-339-7282
Website: http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail: fofs@pctcnet.net
Bring perennial plants to swap or sell during the planter workshop, and be sure to check out the selection of plants available at the Park Studio all summer long.  No registration required.

Fifield Dirt Devils & WATVA Community Charity Mud Run

May 26, 2012
Noon
Wojcieszak’s Flambeau Resort, N153355 East Road, Park Falls
715-762-2178/4757
Website: http://www.flambeauresort.com
E-mail: flambeauresort@centurytel.net
Registration from 9-11:30 a.m. Racing to begin at noon. Trophies will be presented for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in all classes. Event is being held at Wojcieszak’s Flambeau Resort, home of the famous WATVA Labor Day Mud Run.

Old Town Hall Museum & Greenfield School Opens for the Summer Season

May 26, 27 & 28, 2012
Open Saturdays & Sundays 1-5 p.m. through Labor Day
7213 Pine Street, Hwy. 13, Fifield
715-339-3492 or 339-2254
Website:  http://pricecountyhistorical society.com
E-mail:  koerner2@pctcnet.net
There is no admission charge. The Old Town Hall is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  It houses artifacts 1879 thru 1930s including logging and household items. The historic, one-room Greenfield School serves as a repository for Price County rural school history.  Tours are also available by appointment.

Knox Creek Heritage Center Open House

May 26, 2012
1 – 4 p.m.
W4517 West Knox Road, Brantwood
715-564-2520 / 2525
Website:  http://pricecountyhistorical society.com
E-mail: paulsyl@centurytel.net; cen95870@centurytel.net
An affiliate of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin, the center is composed of eight buildings used to display artifacts, documents, photographs, and other memorabilia that represent the cultural, ethnic, and historical aspect of past eras representing several ethnic groups in southeastern Price County.  Tours are also available by appointment.

Lawn Mower Races

May 27, 2012
1 p.m.
Ball Park, Fifield
715-762-4739/715-661-2432 / 715-617-4411
E-mail: felchffd@plbb.us
Hot laps are at noon; races begin at 1 p.m.; six classes – IMOW, AP, SP, STOCK, BP, and FX; trophies for top five places; 1/6-mile oval track; grandstand seating; concessions will be available. Proceeds go to the Fifield Volunteer Fire Department.  Affiliated with the American Racing Mower Association (ARMA) and the Badger State Mower Racing Association (BSMRA).

7th Annual Barn Dance & Silent Auction

May 27, 2012
7 p.m.
Darrel & Luann Lind Farm, N1169 German Settlement Road, Spirit
715-564-3299
Website:  http://germansettlementhistory.org/
E-mail:  gshinc@centurylink.net
Dance in the haymow with music provided by a DJ. Silent auction ends at 10 p.m. Free refreshments of pie, ice cream and beverages. The Yesterday House, Liberty School and Machine Shed will be open to visitors during the dance. This is a fundraiser for German Settlement History, Inc.

      June 2012     

12th Annual Putt Run Motorcycle Fundraiser

June 2, 2012 (Rain or Shine)
11:30 a.m. – Ride begins; 9 a.m. – Registration begins
Phillips – Location TBA
715-762-0073
Website: http://flamingfotos.tripod.com/id34.html
All motorcycles, vehicles and adults welcome. Proceeds benefit community kids. Food Drive for local food pantries. Registration starts at 9 a.m.; riders depart at 11:30 a.m. Putt Run Girls will sell tickets for prize drawings at every stop. Music and dance at the last stop.

Flower Festival

June 2, 2012 
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Rock Creek Gardens Greenhouse & Nursery,N11014 Bandy Road, Phillips
715-339-2823
Website:  www.rockcreekgardencenter.com
E-mail: rockcreekgardens@yahoo.com
Arts & crafts, intuitive consultants, classes, food & flowers.

Farmers Market – Phillips

June into October, 2012
Every Sat. 9 a.m. – noon and mid-July-Sept. every Tues. 3-5:30 p.m.
Corner of Maple & Avon, across from Copps, off Hwy. 13, Phillips
715-339-6516 – Market Manager
Website:  http://www.pricecountywi.net/businesses/shopping/farmers-markets-local-food
Items vary from week to week and depend on time of year and may include early bedding plants, rhubarb, herbs, maple syrup, cranberry products, berries, greens & lettuce, vegetables, honey, perennials & potted plants, apples, onions, garlic, peppers, and more. Local vendors interested in participating can come every Saturday or just one for a small fee. Contact the manager to participate.

Feast of St. Anthony Festival

June 9 & 10, 2012 – Tentative
Fri. 5 – 7 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sun. 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
St. Anthony’s Parish, 276 S. 5th Avenue, Park Falls
715-762-4494
Website:  http://home.catholicweb.com/SASPF/index.cfm
E-mail: sa.john.kuiken@hotmail.com
Saturday - SASsy 5K Run/Walk (St. Anthony School = SAS), registration 8 a.m., race begins at 9 a.m.; evening Mass at 4:30 p.m. at the Grotto (weather permitting) behind the Rectory;  Sunday - Following the 9:30 a.m. Mass at St. Anthony Parish Council followed by a festival breakfast, the Festival Golf Tournament begins at noon at the Park Falls Country Club followed by a dinner at 4 p.m.  Everyone is invited to participate in all activities.  Call for more details.

12th Annual All Schools Reunion

June 9, 2012
Noon – 5 p.m.
Municipal Building, W4508 High Street, Catawba
715-339-2642
E-mail: koerner2@pctcnet.net
This is a social event with an historic twist. All students of 12 the southwestern Price County rural schools are invited to a potluck meal followed by an informal program plus displays, speakers and sharing of memories. The event is sponsored by the Jump River Valley Historical Society.

45th Annual Catawba/Kennan Lumberman’s Day

June 9 & 10, 2012 – Tentative
3 p.m. Sat.; 7 a.m. Sun.
Catawba & Kennan Parks
715-474-6626
E-mailparpart_kathy@hotmail.com  
Saturday at Kennan Memorial Park - American Legion Cash Bingo 12:00, Mini Rod pull 4 p.m., oldies softball 6 p.m., and  dance 8 p.m. – midnight. Sunday at Catawba,  New Hope Church service 9 a.m., parade 10:30 a.m. followed by horseshoe tournament at noon, live music noon – 4 p.m., logging contests start at 12:30 p.m., Penny scramble 1:30, softball tournament, Pre Civil War Demonstrations by Hidden Prairie, Concessions, BBQ chicken, Queen Coronation and raffle drawing 4 p.m.

Jump River Valley Historical Museum Opens For the Summer Season

June 9 & 10 through August 25, 2012
10 a.m.-3 p.m., 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Catawba Town Hall, W9224 Hwy. 8, Catawba
715-339-2642
Websitehttp://pricecountyhistoricalsociety.com
E-mail: koerner2@pctcnet.net
The museum displays a variety of town & logging displays & artifacts covering the period between 1890-1940. Permanent exhibits explore the history of lumbering in the area, farming, rural schooling, and homemaking. Tours are also available by appointment.

2nd Annual Phillips Chain of Lakes Assoc.
Chicken Dinner Fundraiser

June 10, 2012 – Tentative
1-3 p.m.
Birch Island Resort, N8221 E. Wilson Flowage Road, Phillips
715-339-4444 / 3151
Website: www.birchislandresortllc.com
E-mail:  jdreardon@me.com
Enjoy a beautiful Sunday afternoon with a bountiful Chicken Dinner and all the trimmings, plus door prizes. Bring your friends, neighbors and others concerned with the waters of the Phillips Chain of Lakes. Dinner is a donation from Dan & Holly Virnig of Birch Island Resort. This dinner is a great time to learn about the weed concerns in our lakes (Duroy, Elk, Long and Wilson) and talk about the issues in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. All proceeds from this dinner will be used to help fund the spring test treatment for Eurasian Water Milfoil in the Phillips Chain O’Lakes.

Summer Art Workshop

June 14, 2012 – Tentative
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio, Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips
715-339-4505 / 800-269-4505
Website: http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail: fofs@pctcnet.net
Free one-day workshop presented by a local artist. Open to all ages. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Class size is limited.  The registration deadline is June 12, 2012.

Mixology Class

June 2012 – TBA
6 – 7 p.m.
The 5 Senses, 146 Balsam Street, downtown Phillips, next to the blue water tower
715-339-2777
Website: www.the5senseswi.com
E-mail: chap@pctcnet.net
Learn the art and science of mixing great summer cocktails, limited number of participants, call to register.

Thursday Evening Paddle Outings presented by The Crazy Loon

June 14 & 28, 2012 – Tentative
6 p.m.
Locations TBA
715-339-6254
Website:  www.thecrazyloon.com/thursday-evening-paddle-outings/
E-mail:  info@thecrazyloon.com
Join the staff and friends of The Crazy Loon for an easy out and back paddle on Thursday evenings. Meet at an area waterway for a 1-1/2 to 2 hour leisurely paddle, depending on the weather.

29th Annual Czech-Slovak Festival

June 15 – 17, 2012 – Tentative
Fri. 7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Fri.-First Baptist Church, Phillips/Sat. & Sun.-High School, 990 Flambeau Avenue, Phillips
715-339-4100 / 888-408-4800
Website:  www.czech-slovak-festival.com
E-mail:  wdkm@aol.com
Friday – Lidice Memorial Service, 7 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday – Arts & crafts fair, Czech-Slovak cuisine, bakery booths & state kolachy baking contest (plus pork & sauerkraut dinner Sun. at 11 a.m.), kolachy eating contest, cultural exhibits, Czech-Slovak singers, demonstrations, vendors, kids’ activities, state queen pageant, live music/dancing, antique machinery display, Polka Mass-Sat. 4:30 p.m. at St. Therese, Black Cow Party 7-9 p.m. at A&W; beer garden, beer tasting & live music 7-10 p.m.; and an Ecumenical Polka Service Sunday 9 a.m. at St. John’s.

3rd Annual Shop ‘Til You Drop Musser Lake Rummage Sale

June 16, 2012 – Tentative
8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Elk Lake Pavilion / Lionite Park, County Road H, downtown Phillips
715-339-3166 / 4277
E-mail: deburbanik@yahoo.com
Something for everyone. Very reasonable prices!  Refreshments available. Plenty of convenient parking available, including handicap parking.  All proceeds from the sale will go toward fighting the invasive species Curly Leaf Pondweed in Musser Lake. If you wish to donate your gently used items to the sale, please call Deb Urbanik at 715-339-3166 for drop off or pick up arrangements.

Farmers Market – Park Falls

June 20 thru September, 2012 – Tentative
Every Wed. 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Tourist Park, 50 Sherry Avenue, Park Falls (at the corner of Sherry Ave. & Linden St.)
715-762-7457
Website:  http://www.pricecountywi.net/businesses/shopping/farmers-markets-local-food
Email:  daubner.linda@marshfieldclinic.org

Items vary each week depending on what fruits and vegetables are in season, plus a variety of other items are available. New vendors are welcome. 

Summer Wine Tasting

June 2012 – TBA
2 - 5 p.m.
The 5 Senses, 146 Balsam Street, downtown Phillips, next to the blue water tower
715-339-2777
Website: www.the5senseswi.com
E-mail: chap@pctcnet.net
You’re invited to sample a variety of light and refreshing wines that will quench your thirst as well as complement your outdoor gatherings this summer, featuring Honey Mead wine from the White Winter Winery.

First Annual Augury House Barn Dance Fundraiser

June 23, 2012 – Tentative
3:30 p.m.
Tennessen Farm, W9110 County Road J, Catawba
715-339-2334
Website:  www.auguryhouse.com/about.html
E-mail:  auguryhouse@pctcnet.net
You’re invited to an old fashion Barn Dance!  There will be many activities that the whole family can enjoy including hayrides, games, 50-50 drawing, raffles, tug of war, and much more! Food and beverages will be available for purchase from 4-8 p.m.  Music will be provided by the Elk River String Band beginning at 8 p.m.  Sponsored by Augury House.

Midsummer Celebration

June 23, 2012 – Tentative
4 p.m.
Knox Creek Heritage Center, W4517 West Knox Road, Brantwood
715-564-2520 / 2525
Website:  http://pricecountyhistoricalsociety.com
E-mail: paulsyl@centurytel.netcen95870@centurytel.net
Commemorate traditional Scandinavian summer celebrations of the longer summer days with exhibits, maypole, bread sale, silent auction, music, bonfire, and a dinner of traditional Scandinavian foods at 6 p.m. including Swedish meatballs, new potatoes, veggies, herring, and cheese and fruit for dessert. Finnish Folk Dancers Eero & Rosann Angeli from Ironwood will dance and give lessons to the public.  

Thursday Evening Paddle Outings presented by The Crazy Loon

June 28, 2012 – Tentative
6 p.m.
Locations TBA
715-339-6254
Website:  www.thecrazyloon.com/thursday-evening-paddle-outings/
E-mail:   info@thecrazyloon.com
Join the staff and friends of The Crazy Loon for an easy out and back paddle on Thursday evenings. Meet at an area waterway for a 1-1/2 to 2 hour leisurely paddle, depending on the weather.

Spirit of America 5k Run/Walk

June 30, 2012
8:30 a.m. race start; registration begins at 7:30 a.m.
VFW Hall, 306 S. Lake Ave., Hwy. 13, Phillips
715-339-2764
E-mail:  billandlynn@pctcnet.net
Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.; race begins at 8:30 a.m. Pre-register by June 15. Trophies to the first female & male runners to cross the finish line. Medals to the top three females & males in each age group of runners only. Prizes for Most Patriotic Dressed, Youngest Participant, and Oldest Participant. Free T-shirt with each paid registration. Water and refreshments will be provided. Sponsored by the Price County Women’s Health Alliance.

Art & More on the Lakeshore

June 30, 2012 – Tentative
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Elk Lake/Lionite Park, County Hwy. H., downtown Phillips
715-339-2425
E-mail:  snorider@pctcnet.net 
Arts & crafts by 100 artists, live music, demos & concessions in a park setting on Elk Lake. 

     July 2012     

Indpendence Day Celebration

July 2012 – TBA
10 a.m.
274 N. 3rd Ave. (Legion Hall) & corner of 2nd St. & 2nd Ave., Park Falls
715-762-3133 / 3032
Activies at the Legion Hall begin at 10 a.m. and include kids’ games, a horseshoe tournament, live music and concessions, plus city-wide garage sales, a parade at 1 p.m. and FIREWORKS at dusk at the ball field. Sponsored by the Park Falls American Legion Post 182.

4th of July Celebration

July 4, 2012 – Tentative
all day
Hwy. 13 / Lake Avenue, Phillips
715-339-4100 / 888-408-4800
Website: www.phillipswisconsin.net
E-mail: pacc@pctcnet.net
Concessions before and after the 2 p.m. parade on Lake Ave./Hwy. 13; community auction after the parade at the Lionite/Elk Lake Park Pavilion; 9 p.m. boat parade and FIREWORKS at dusk over Lake Duroy at Bostrom Park.

Kids’ Summer Reading Program – Dream Big READ

July 5 – 26, 2012 – Tentative
2-3:30 p.m. every Thursday in July
Ogema Public Library, W5005 State Road 86, Ogema
715-767-5130
Website:  http://www.ogemalibrary.org
E-mail: ogemalibrary@ifls.lib.wi.us
Fun activities for children 4 – 12 years of age.

Price County Airport & Harbor View Float-In or Fly-In

July 6 & 7, 2012 – Tentative
Fri. 7 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.
Price County Airport & Harbor View (on Long Lake), 1300 N. Airport Road, Phillips
715-339-3701 / 2626
Aerobatic show Friday at 7 p.m., live music at Harbor View at 9 p.m.; Breakfast by the AMVETS on Saturday from 8 a.m.-noon, Breakfast Buffet on the deck at Harbor View Pub & Eatery at 8:30 a.m., aerobatic show at airport at 10 a.m., planes on display & plane rides; Lake, Rattle & Roll music fest at Harbor View Saturday evening. Price County Airport activities are free to the public.

Independence Day Celebration & Truck Pull

July 7, 2012 – Tentative
10:15 a.m.
Memorial Park, County Hwy. N, Kennan
715-474-2418
E-mail:  beckykempen@ymail.com
Parade starts at 10:15 a.m.; softball tournament-11am; 4-wheel truck pull-1pm; mini-rod pull-5 p.m.; bingo, food, and kids games. Sponsored by the Kennan Fire Department.

Summer Art Workshop

July 12, 2012 – Tentative
1-4 .m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio, Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips
715-339-4505 / 800-269-4505
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Free one-day workshop presented by a local artist. Open to all ages. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Class size is limited. The registration deadline is July 10, 2012.

Thursday Evening Paddle Outings presented by The Crazy Loon

July 12 & 26, 2012 – Tentative
6 p.m.
Locations TBA
715-339-6254
Website: www.thecrazyloon.com
E-mail:  info@thecrazyloon.com
Join the staff and friends of The Crazy Loon for an easy out and back paddle on Thursday evenings. Meet at an area waterway for a 1-1/2 to 2 hour leisurely paddle, depending on the weather.

Farmers Market – Catawba

July 14 thru mid-September, 2012 – Tentative
Every Sat. 8 am – noon? (until sold out)
Catawba Farm Supply / C-Store, W9149 U.S. Hwy. 8, Catawba
715-474-6713 / 3322
Website:  www.pricecountywi.net/fm/index.htm
Fresh produce when in season, cut flowers, bedding plants, herbs, houseplants, trees & shrubs, pumpkins, melons, rhubarb, berries, apples, sweet corn, and craft items.

4th Annual Phillips Chain of Lakes Tri

July 14, 2012 – Tentative
9 a.m.
Elk Lake/Lionite Park Pavilion, County Hwy. H, downtown Phillips
715-339-2143
Website: www.phillipschainoflakestri.org
E-mail:  aknudson@phillips.k12.wi.us
Swim ¼ mile in Elk Lake, bike 18 miles on rural roads, and run 3 miles along Lake Duroy.  Electronic timing will be provided. Participants can enter as individuals or as a relay team. Registration is available through the website.  Discounts are available until June 20, 2012, but registrations are accepted through the day of the event. Registration includes an official race shirt, buffet lunch and awards. There will be a free Steeple Chase events for kids. The Crazy Loon of Phillips will have bike accessories and repair services available. This is a fund-raiser for a local non-profit organization.

Kids Panfishing Day

July 14, 2012 – Tentative
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Little Spirit Lake Boat Landing, N9401 State Hwy. 102, Spirit
715-427-3778 / 3464
Website: www.spiritlakeassoc.org
E-mail: lspirit@newnorth.net
Crappie – Perch – Bluegill – Sunfish; Two age groups: 2 yrs.-8 yrs. & 9 yrs.-15 yrs., under 12 yrs. old must be accompanied by an adult; fish must be registered by 1 p.m.; $3.00 entry fee includes a free gift & meal ticket – burgers, hot dogs & refreshments. Activities include games for young and old: Casting contest, fish pond, minnow races, and raffles.

4th Annual Antique & Tractor Expo

July 14 & 15, 2012 – Tentative
9 a.m.  – 5 p.m.
Price County Fairgrounds, N9130 Forest Lane, Phillips
715-339-3761/715-428-2615
E-mail:  wawho14@pctcnet.net
Antique machinery, 80+ tractors, tools, household items, etc.; PCHS Heritage Photo booth (bring an antique photo); oat threshing and straw baling demonstrations; old-time craft demonstrations including a sock knitting machine & small rug weaving loom;  craftsman displays such as cast iron cookware; tractor rodeo; kiddie tractor pull; tractor parade on Saturday at 3:30 p.m.; plus vendor tables; food, beverages, and live music all day both days. Sponsored by the Price County Antique Association.

Fifield Community Festival

July 14 & 15, 2012 – Tentative
Sat. 1 p.m. to Midnight; Sun. 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Movrich Park, Willow Avenue or Hwy. 70, Downtown Fifield
715-762-2467/4066/661-2990
Website:  http://www.tn.fifield.wi.gov/events_detail.asp?eventid=282&locid=144
Sat.
- Lawn mower races, food & beverages at the park, kids games, dunk tank, kiddie parade 5:30pm, duck race 6:00pm, crowning of the Centennial Princess 6:30pm,  classic rock band “Ditch Runners” 7-11pm, fireworks at dusk & ice cream stand. Sun. - Pancake breakfast at the Fifield Congregational Church 7am-12pm, Community Church Service at the Park 9am, arts & crafts in the park 10am-4pm., bake sale at the park, food & beverages 11am, centennial parade 1pm., kids games after the parade, dunk tank 1:30-5pm, Lions raffle drawing 5:30pm, music 1:30-5:30pm, ice cream stand, plus volleyball and horseshoe fun for everyone both days.

Lawn Mower Races

July 14, 2012 – Tentative
1 p.m.
Fifield Ball Park (the fastest track in the county)
715-762-4739 / 715-661-2432 / 715-617-4411
Website:   www.bsmra2.com/; http://americanlawnmowerracing.com/About.php
E-mail: felchffd@plbb.us
Time trials are at noon; races start at 1 p.m.; six classes – IMOW, AP, SP, STOCK, BP, and FX; trophies for top five places; 1/6-mile oval track; grandstand seating; concessions will be available. Proceeds go to the Fifield Volunteer Fire Department.

16th Annual Phillips Area Charity Classic Muskie Tournament

July 21, 2012 – Tentative
6 a.m.
Phillips Chain of Lakes, 1094 N. Lake Ave., Phillips
715-339-3625
E-mail:  rossport@pctcnet.net
This catch & release musky tournament is being held on the Phillips Chain of Lakes; $14,400.00 in total cash prizes (based on 60 two-person teams); $7,500 to 1st place winner, $3,000 second, $2,000 third, $1,000 fourth & $900 fifth. Register at Ross’s Sport Shop, 286 N. Lake Avenue, Phillips; prizes, drawings and raffles at 4:30 p.m. at Harbor View on Long Lake; 9 p.m. – Live music. Proceeds to benefit a local non-profit group.

16th Annual Old-Fashioned Social & Exhibition

July 22, 2012 – Tentative
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Old Town Hall Museum, 7213 Pine Street, Hwy 13, downtown Fifield
715-339-3761 / 715-762-2559
Website:  www.pricecountyhistoricalsociety.com
Email: dabkbrayton03@pctcnet.net
Pie & ice cream social; lunch will be available; sale of baked goods, including whole pies and candy;  exhibits, displays and demonstrations; live music & entertainment; plus a limited number of kids games; and more. The Old Town Hall Museum and Greenfield School Museum will be open for touring. There is no admission fee.

28th Annual Dinner Theater presented by the Northwoods Players Ltd.

July 2012 – TBA
6:30 p.m.
Northwoods Supper Club, N14066 Flambeau Ave., Fifield
715-218-3055
Website address: www.northwoodsplayers.com
E-mail:  jdmco@pctcnet.net; baxter@pctcnet.net
Dinner with a show of skits and songs to follow. Call for reservations.

Evening Paddle Outings presented by The Crazy Loon

July 26, 2012 – Tentative
6 p.m.
Locations TBA
715-339-6254
Website: www.thecrazyloon.com
E-mail:  info@thecrazyloon.com
Join the staff and friends of The Crazy Loon for an easy out and back paddle on Thursday evenings. Meet at an area waterway for a 1-1/2 to 2 hour leisurely paddle, depending on the weather.

54th Annual Pioneer Days

July 27 – 29, 2012 – Tentative
Friday afternoon; Saturday & Sunday all day
Community Park, 301 N. Michigan, Butternut
715-762-2621
Website:  www.butternutwi.com/images/2011%20Pioneer%20Days%20event%20poster.pdf
E-mail:  chrisdon@pctcnet.net
All three days – Earl’s Carnival Rides, softball tournament, live music and more. Saturday – Sidewalk sales, arts & crafts fair, historical displays, airplane rides, Lake State Mud Racers Sanctioned Race 1-5 p.m., and fireworks at dusk; Sunday – Giant parade at noon, Pipes & Drums of Thunder Bay, horse pull competition and airplane rides.

      August 2012    

Flambeau Rama

August 2-5, 2012 – Tentative
All day
Hwy. 13 N to 5th Street, Park Falls
715-762-2703 / 877-762-2703
Website: www.parkfalls.com
E-mail: chamber@parkfalls.com
All Four Days: FREE LIVE MUSIC, Food Court, Carnival, & Activities including Rod Casting Contest, Chalk Drawing Contest, Family Fun Day Games, Kiddie Parade, Arts & Crafts Fair, Road Run/Walk, Car Show, Parade, Fireworks & more!

Men’s Softball Tournament

August 3-5, 2012 – Tentative
All day
Corner of 5th Street & Hwy. 13, Park Falls
715-762-3133 / 3032
Enjoy a hot dog or brat and a cold beverage at one of America’s favorite  pastimes. Sponsored by the Park Falls American Legion Post 182.

Northwoods Classic Car Show

August 4, 2012 – Tentative
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tourist Park, 50 Sherry Avenue, Park Falls
715-762-2467 / 877-762-2703
Website: www.parkfalls.com
E-mail: chamber@parkfalls.com
Dash Plaques to the first 75 entries; Trophies – 22 classes including station wagon and special interest; 1st, 2nd & 3rd places; Cash prizes; Best of Show & Best 4dr judged by the Northwoods Classic Car Club; Model Car Contest; 50′s & 60′s music; food booth by Fifield Lions from 8 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.

Summer Art Workshop

August 9, 2012 – Tentative
1-4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio, Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips
715-339-4505 / 800-269-4505
Website:  www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Free one-day workshop presented by a local artist. Open to all ages. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Class size is limited. The registration deadline is August 7, 2012.

Thursday Evening Paddle Outings presented by The Crazy Loon

August 9 & 23, 2012 – Tentative
6 p.m.
Locations TBA
715-339-6254
Website:  www.thecrazyloon.com/thursday-evening-paddle-outings/
E-mail:  info@thecrazyloon.com
Join the staff and friends of The Crazy Loon for an easy out and back paddle on Thursday evenings. Meet at an area waterway for a 1-1/2 to 2 hour leisurely paddle, depending on the weather.

Wisconsin Concrete Park Celebration

August 11, 2012 – Tentative
Noon – 4 p.m.
Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips
715-339-4505 / 800-269-4505
Website:  www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
A celebration of the arts in a park setting; fun for the whole family; kids’ activities, make & take art creations, student art exhibit, guided park tours, quilt display, live music by “Dick & The Feather Pickers”, silent auction (bidding ends at 3:30 p.m.) & concessions.

Theater Fun & Games – Summer Drama Workshop

August 13-17, 2012 – Tentative
10 – 11 a.m. for ages 6-11; 11 a.m. – noon for ages 12 to adult; Special joint program on Friday at 11 a.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio, Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips
715-339-3908
Website:  www.friendsoffredsmith.org/wcptoday.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Free five-day workshop presented by the Northwoods Players for kids and adults to learn about stage, acting, performing and putting on a show. Open to ages six (6) through adult. Class size is limited. The registration deadline is July 26, 2012.

Cork ‘N Pork

August 17, 2012 – Tentative
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Meister’s Outdoor Patio, 152 N. Lake Ave., Phillips (at the Library if it rains – 286 Cherry Street)
715-339-3904 / 2868
Website:  http://phillipspl.org/
E-mail: 
rebeccasmith2006@gmail.com 
Pig out on pulled pork sandwiches and sample wine provided by The 5 Senses. All proceeds go to the Phillips Public Library.

Price County Fair

August 22-26, 2012 – Tentative
Fairgrounds, Cty. Rd. H, N9130 Forest Lane, Phillips
715-339-6268 / 2397 (during the week of the fair)
Website:  www.pricecountyfair.com
E-mail:  pricecountyfair@yahoo.com
Earl’s Rides (new carnival) & all entertainment FREE w/$9 adm., Fri. – Senior Citizen Day, market animal sale; Sat. – Pedal tractor pull, ATV pull, mini rod pull; horse show; Sun. – Demolition derby; plus 4-H & magic shows, illusionist, antique displays and demonstrations, live entertainment, concessions, exhibits & much more.

Thursday Evening Paddle Outings presented by The Crazy Loon

August 23, 2012 – Tentative
6 p.m.
Locations TBA
715-339-6254
Website:  www.thecrazyloon.com/thursday-evening-paddle-outings/
E-mail:  info@thecrazyloon.com
Join the staff and friends of The Crazy Loon for an easy out and back paddle on Thursday evenings. Meet at an area waterway for a 1-1/2 to 2 hour leisurely paddle, depending on the weather.

Spirit of Brantwood

August 24 & 25, 2012 – Tentative
Begins Friday 6:30 p.m.
Hwy. 8, downtown Brantwood
715-453-1872
E-mail:  cwagner@smwlu18.org; cwwagnerllc@frontier.com
Live music, cookout & bonfire both Friday and Saturday nights at 6:30 p.m.; activities Saturday include breakfast at 7:30 a.m. sponsored by the Knox Creek Heritage Center and a 70+ mile ATV ride beginning at 9 a.m.  Free primitive camping on site. Sponsored by The Liquor Store in Downtown Tomahawk.

21st Annual Labor Day Weekend ATV Rally Sponsored by the Fifield Dirt Devils & WATVA

August 31 – September 2, 2012 – Tentative
Friday thru Sunday at 3 p.m.
Park Falls
715-762-2703 / 877-762-2703
Website:  www.parkfalls.com
E-mail: chamber@parkfalls.com
Approximately 200 miles of trail; scavenger hunt Friday thru Sunday, ends at Moose Jaw Resort at 3 p.m., 715-762-3028; mud run on Saturday at Wojcieszak’s Flambeau Resort & Sportsman’s Lounge, 9-11:30 a.m. registration and noon start, 715-762-4757 / 2178, flambeauresort@centurytel.net; and off-road challenge on Sunday at Moose Jaw Resort, 9-11:30 a.m. registration and noon start, 715-762-3028.

8th Annual Powered Parachute, Light-Sport & Ultra-Light Aircraft Fly-In

August 31 – September 2, 2012 – Tentative
Friday 3 p.m. set-up & reg.; Sat. & Sun. all day
Price County Airport, 1300 N. Airport Road, Phillips
715-339-4007 after 5 p.m. / 339-3832
E-mail: custcvrs@pctcnet.net
Learn about ultra-light and light sport aircrafts and powered parachutes or bring your own to this unique fly-in; pilot briefing prior to flight times; mowed grass runway; camping available at the airport & Heizler’s; bring your radios – 122.8 Unicom; Sponsored by Heizler’s & Harbor View Pub & Eatery.

      September 2011    

21st Annual Labor Day Weekend ATV Rally Sponsored by the Fifield Dirt Devils & WATVA

August 31 – September 2, 2012 – Tentative
Friday thru Sunday at 3 p.m.
Park Falls
715-762-2703 / 877-762-2703
Website:  www.parkfalls.com
E-mail: chamber@parkfalls.com
Approximately 200 miles of trail; scavenger hunt Friday thru Sunday, ends at Moose Jaw Resort at 3 p.m., 715-762-3028; mud run on Saturday at Wojcieszak’s Flambeau Resort & Sportsman’s Lounge, 9-11:30 a.m. registration and noon start, 715-762-4757 / 2178, flambeauresort@centurytel.net; and off-road challenge on Sunday at Moose Jaw Resort, 9-11:30 a.m. registration and noon start, 715-762-3028.

8th Annual Powered Parachute, Light-Sport & Ultra-Light Aircraft Fly-In

August 31 – September 2, 2012 – Tentative
Friday 3 p.m. set-up & reg.; Sat. & Sun. all day
Price County Airport, 1300 N. Airport Road, Phillips
715-339-4007 after 5 p.m. / 339-3832
E-mail: custcvrs@pctcnet.net
Learn about ultra-light and light sport aircrafts and powered parachutes or bring your own to this unique fly-in; pilot briefing prior to flight times; mowed grass runway; camping available at the airport & Heizler’s; bring your radios – 122.8 Unicom; Sponsored by Heizler’s & Harbor View Pub & Eatery.

Progress Days

September 1 & 2, 2012 – Tentative  (rain date is Monday)
Saturday- 8 a.m.-midnight; Sunday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Prentice, Various locations
715-428-2861 / 715-428-2411 for Kids Fishing Contest
Website: www.vil.prentice.wi.gov/localattractions/progress/index.html
E-mail: clerk@vil.prentice.wi.gov
Alumni basketball tournament, dunk tank, volleyball court open & ice cream stand both days; Sat. – Softball tournament, arts & crafts, parade at 10:30 a.m., free inflatable rides & bouncies, BBQ chicken dinners, pies & goodies, genealogical research, historical display, Bingo, log loading contest, live music, fire truck rides, airplane rides, Multitek factory tours & machine demos, kids’ fishing contest-16 & under, watch “Rio” movie free at Lion’s Park & live music at the Fire Hall; Sun.  – Softball tournament, Leo Heikkinen Memorial Golf Tournament, pig catching, bean bag toss, spaghetti feed & Community Hymn Sing.

4th Annual Flambeau Forty Bike Race

September 1, 2012 – Tentative
8:30 a.m.
400 S. 4th Avenue, Park Falls
715-762-2703 / 877-762-2703
Website: www.parkfalls.com
E-mail: chamber@parkfalls.com
Registration is 8:30-9:30 a.m.; race begins at 10 a.m.; 38 mile on-road bike race consisting of beautiful rolling hills along the Flambeau River.  All entrants receive a T-shirt and lunch.  Bike jerseys will go to the top three overall male & female finishers.  Professional timing.

Old Town Hall Museum & Greenfield School

September 1 – 3, 2012 – Tentative
1-5 p.m. through Labor Day
7213 Pine Street, Hwy. 13, Fifield
715-339-3492 or 339-2254
Website:  http://pricecountyhistorical society.com
Email: dabkbrayton03@pctcnet.net
There is no admission charge. The Old Town Hall is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  It houses artifacts 1879 thru 1930s including logging and household items. Greenfield School, a one-room school, serves as a repository for Price County rural school history.

33rd Annual Pike Lake Fun Day

September 2, 2012 – Tentative
12 noon – 10 p.m.
Pike Lake Fire Hall, N14885 Shady Knoll Road, Park Falls
715-762-3872
Website:  www.tn.fifield.wi.gov/events_detail.asp?eventid=43&locid=144
E-mail:  talbott@pctcnet.net
Hourly raffles, horseshoe tourney, games for adults & children, food & refreshments, music after 6:30 p.m., cash drawing, and fireworks. Sponsored by Pike Lake Volunteer Firefighters Inc.

Yesterday House & Liberty School Open House

September 2 & 3, 2012 – Tentative
Sunday – Noon to 5:00 p.m.; Monday – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
N894 S German Settlement Road, Spirit
715-564-3299
Website:  http://germansettlementhistory.org/
E-mail:  gshinc@centurylink.net
The Yesterday House is a log house that was built in 1885 and contains items used by early settlers. Liberty School was built in 1919. In addition, a “Machine Shed” which houses farming and logging equipment used from 1880-1950 has been added to the site. These buildings are overseen by German Settlement History, Inc.  Open to visitors on a regular basis Spring to Fall.

Southern Blues BBQ & Crawdad Festival

September 2, 2012 – Tentative
4 p.m.
Birch Island Resort, Bar & Restaurant, N8221 E. Wilson Flowage Road, Phillips
715-339-3151
Website: www.birchislandresortllc.com
E-mail: birllc@pctcnet.net
Special menu from 4-8 p.m., live music and lots of fun!

“Our Hike” – Hope, Steps & A Cure 7-mile Hike

September 8, 2012 – Tentative
Noon – 11 p.m.
Flambeau Forest Inn, W980 County Hwy W, Winter, WI 54896
715-332-5320
Website:  www.aamds.org/hope-steps-cure-walk
Email:  robin.grapa@gmail.com
This event includes a fun, woodsy 7-mile hike to raise awareness and much-needed funds for the Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation (AA&MDSIF) to provide programs and services to help patients and families dealing with bone marrow disease. Registration begins at noon; Hikers head out at 1 p.m.; Dinner special from 5-7 p.m.; Raffles from 7-11 p.m. All profits are being donated to the Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation, Inc.

A Country Afternoon

September 8, 2012 – Tentative
1-4 p.m.
Knox Creek Heritage Center, W4517 West Knox Road, Brantwood
715-564-2520/2525
Website:  http://pricecountyhistorical society.com
E-mail: cen95870@centurytel.net; paulsyl@centurytel.net
Annual meeting at 11 a.m. followed by a baking contest /auction, sale of bread, produce, new exhibits, crafts and other homemade items; demonstration by Crazy Hearts Quilt club and raffle of donated quilted items; live music provided by local musicians, cookout and raffle.  Craft vendors and demonstrators are welcome at no charge.

Fall Harvest Dinner

September 16, 2012 – Tentative
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
St. Therese Social Hall, 655 S. Lake Ave., Hwy. 13 S., Phillips
715-339-2222
Enjoy a dinner of pigs-in-the-Blanket, chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, carrots, salads, rolls, rye bread, kolachies & pie, beverage; plus raffle prize drawing.

POPS Garage Sale

September 20-22, 2012 
Lions Pavilion, 925 Town Street, Prentice
Thursday 6 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
715-767-5119
E-mail:  celinelofland@hotmail.com 
The shelves are restocked daily with new items. This fundraiser is sponsored by Power of Positive Students (POPS).

19th Annual Fall Harvest Festival

September 22, 2012 – Tentative
9 a.m. 3 p.m.
126 Cherry Street & Elk Lake Lionite Park, downtown Phillips
715-339-4100/888-408-4800
Website: www.phillipswisconsin.net/
E-mail: pacc@pctcnet.net
Arts & craft fair, live music, food, sidewalk sales & farmers market; craisins & fresh, locally-grown cranberries sold at the chamber tent; scarecrow contest displays; A Taste of Fall in Phillips (food booths by non-profit groups); family movie at Cinema North ($1 adm.) Sat. at 10:30 a.m. & 2 p.m./Sun. at 2 p.m.; and pumpkin decorating; special craisin & cranberry menu items at participating eateries.

HEDA 5k Run/Walk (Help End Domestic Abuse)

September 22, 2012 – Tentative
Birch Island Resort, N8221 E. Wilson Flowage Road, Phillips
10:30  – 11 a.m. Check-in
715-441-0515
5k run/walk, lunch and raffles.  This fundraiser is sponsored by HEDA – Help End Domestic Abuse.

53rd Annual Christmas Tree Festival

September 22, 2012 – Tentative
9 a.m. – 1 a.m. Sun.
N1859 School House Road, Downtown Ogema
715-767-5836
Library book sale 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., tours of Pioneer House Museum 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., large arts & crafts sale & display, car display, flea market, farmers market, parade at 11 a.m., chicken BBQ at 11:15 a.m. plus other food and refreshments, “Run to the Peak” race at Timm’s Hill, variety show at 7 p.m. and the Ogema Fire Company will hold its annual Fireman’s Dance at the fire hall from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.

POPS Garage Sale

Sept. 27 – 29, 2012 
8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Lions Pavilion, 925 Town Street, Prentice
715-767-5119
E-mail:  celinelofland@hotmail.com 
The shelves are restocked daily with new items. This fundraiser is sponsored by Power of Positive Students (POPS).

        October 2012     

Workshop on “How to Force Bulbs to Bloom in Winter” & Bulb Sale

October 6, 2012 – Tentative
Noon – 3 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Free afternoon workshop on how to have blooming bulbs in your house in the winter. Large selection of unusual bulbs to choose from. Class size is limited. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. The registration deadline is September 27, 2012.

32nd Annual Ruffed Grouse Society Sportsmen’s Banquet

October 4, 2012 – Tentative
5:30 p.m.
Northwoods Supper Club, N14066 Flambeau Ave., Hwy. 13, Fifield
715-332-5121 / 339-4447
Email:  tblattler@pctcnet.net
Cocktail reception and raffles at 5:30 p.m., prime rib dinner at 7:30 p.m. Limited tickets. Sponsored by the Flambeau Chapter of the Ruffed Grouse Society.

Ruffed Grouse Fall Festival

October 6, 2012 – Tentative
7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
143 S. 3rd Ave., Downtown Park Falls – Triangle Park & Am. Leg. Hall
715-762-2703 / 877-762-2703
Website: www.parkfalls.com
Email: chamber@parkfalls.com
Community-wide activities to celebrate the vast outdoor resources the area has to offer sportsmen and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Sportsmans’ breakfast 7am-1pm at Beil’s, ATV Scavenger Hunt (begins at noon/ends at 5:30 p.m.,) area business displays/retail promotions/sidewalk sales, national freestyle archery champions exhibition, archery demonstrations & lessons with Pro Archers, “traditional bow” demo, pumpkin decorating contest, dessert contest, kids’ games, petting zoo, craft fair, flea market, and a “Home Grown” Market at Triangle Park that will include everything from home grown produce, meats, syrups & bakery to handmade art & crafts. A hunters’ social & steak dinner with door prizes will be held at 7 pm.

Fall Play presented by the Northwoods Players

October 2012 – TBA
Fri. & Sat. 7 p.m.; Sun. 2:00 p.m.
High School Auditorium, 990 Flambeau Ave./County Road W, Phillips
715-339-3908
Website:  www.northwoodsplayers.com
E-mail:  jdmco@pctcnet.net; baxter@pctcnet.net
The NWP’s annual fall playis performed by a talented local group. Come and enjoy this fun and entertaining performance!

Harvest Festival Dinner

October 20, 2012 – Tentative
4 – 6:30 p.m.
Community Center, N4888 Stadium Road, Corner of Hwys. 8 & D, Brantwood
715-564-2283 / 2232
E-mail:  cen29749@centurytel.net; brantwoodbison@centurytel.net
You’re invited to a dinner of hearty, homemade bison stew with all the fixings, homemade bread & pie plus a raffle drawing.  Sponsored by Zion Lutheran Church & Thrivent Financial Chapter #30914.

Ghost Stories In the Park After Dark

October 2012 – TBA
7 – 8:30 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at the Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Highway 13, Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Join us for an evening of spooky (but not too scary) ghost stories, haunting tales and refreshments set throughout the park. Guides will direct listeners along a lit path between storytellers. Bring all the courage you can muster!

The Concert Series presented by the Woods & Waters Fine Arts Council

October 2012 – TBA
7 p.m.
Chequamegon High School, 380 9th St., Park Falls
715-762-3034
Website:  www.andersonroe.com
Email:  dcordypritzl@aol.com
Performances are part of a Concert Series, and ticket purchase includes membership and admission to all seven concerts in the series.

     November 2012    

Holiday Wine Tasting

November 3, 2012 – Tentative
2-5 p.m.
The 5 Senses, 146 Balsam Street, Phillips
715-339-2777
Website: www.the5senseswi.com
Email: chap@pctcnet.net
You’re invited to sample a variety of wine choices to consider for the upcoming holidays at this unique speciality shop.  Find them on Facebook.

Holiday Decorating with Fresh Evergreens

November 3, 2012 – Tentative
Noon – 3 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Learn how to make a fresh evergreen wreath as well as centerpieces, swags and more. Class size is limited. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Call to register.

Holiday Craft & Treasures Sale

November 10, 2012 – Tentative
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Phillips Municipal Building, 174 S. Eyder Ave., Phillips
715-339-6193 / 3990
Email:  stickley262@pctcnet.net
Sixty (60) booths of crafts and gifts; lunch and bake sale; sponsored by the Phillips American Legion Auxiliary Unit #122.

Le Creuset Cookware Demo

November 10, 2012 – Tentative
10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The 5 Senses, 146 Balsam Street, Phillips
715-339-2777
Website: www.the5senseswi.com
Email: chap@pctcnet.net
You’re invited to a Le Creuset cookware demonstration with a professional at this unique speciality shop. Learn how to use Le Creuset cookware as well as the functionality & versatility and sample savory dishes while you’re there. Selected pieces will be offered at discount prices during the demo. Find them on Facebook.

Cross-Culture Holiday Crafts

November 10, 2012 – Tentative
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, one mile south of Phillips
715-339-7282
Website:  http://www.friendsoffredsmith.org/index.html
E-mail:  fofs@pctcnet.net
Enjoy traditional holiday crafts from Finnish, Czech and Swedish cultures. Class size is limited. Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Call to register.

Cake & Tea Tasting

November 19, 2012 – Tentative
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The 5 Senses, 146 Balsam Street, Phillips
715-339-2777
Website: www.the5senseswi.com
Email: chap@pctcnet.net
You’re invited to samples delicious cakes created by Theresa Fiorelli of “Desserts First” plus a unique selection of teas and other goodies to enjoy yourself or for some great gift ideas at this unique specialty shop. Find them on Facebook.

Lugerville Chasers 17th Annual Pie Auction

November 17, 2012 – Tentative
9 p.m.
Club 13, 784 N. Lake Ave., Phillips
715-339-4066
Email:  belanbuilders@pctcnet.net
This pie auction is held to raise funds to help support the Lugerville Chasers Snowmobile club in maintaining the area trails. This is a snowmobile club public event.  Everyone is welcome to attend. Club Members and locals donate pies for the auction and all proceeds earned go directly back into maintaining the trail system in Lugerville including Trails 80, 87, 88, 90, 121 and 141.

Sno-Drovers Sportsmen’s Banquet

November 2012 – TBA
6 p.m.
Northwoods Supper Club, N14066 Flambeau Ave., Hwy. 13, Fifield
715-762-1623
Website:  www.snodrovers.com/index.html
Email:  tsteeno@centurytel.net
The meal includes a wide assortment of wild game plus all the fixings. Tickets can be purchased in advance at participating businesses or at the banquet. There will also be multiple gun raffles, a Chinese raffle for sports equipment, and a door prize. This is a snowmobile club public event. Everyone is welcome to attend. All proceeds earned go directly back into maintaining the trail system.

Free Movie & Santa

November 23, 2012 – Tentative
10:30 a.m.
Cinema North, 203 N. Lake Ave. / Wells Fargo Bank, 198 N. Lake Ave., Phillips
715-339-4100 / 888-408-4800
Website:  www.phillipswisconsin.net
Email:  pacc@pctcnet.net
Santa will be at Wells Fargo Bank from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The movie will be shown for free at 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

     December 2012   

Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting

December 7, 2012 – Tentative
6:30 p.m.
305 S. Lake Ave., Phillips
715-339-4100 / 888-408-4800
Website:  www.phillipswisconsin.net
Email:  pacc@pctcnet.net
Parade on Lake Avenue/Hwy. 13 followed by the lighting of the community Christmas Tree in front of the courthouse and Christmas caroling; stores are open later.

Kris Kringle Christmas 

December 1, 2012 – Tentative
10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
143 S. 3rd Ave., Downtown Park Falls
715-762-2703 / 877-762-2703
Website: www.parkfalls.com
Email: chamber@parkfalls.com
Holiday Sales and Treats at participating businesses. Free movie shown at Park Theatre at 11 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Treats will be given to the children after both movies.  Visit Santa’s Village for holiday sweets and pictures with Santa from 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and from 5:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. Bake Sale to benefit Santa’s Elves Foundation at Santa Village.  Holiday Parade & Community Tree Lighting 5:00 p.m. American Legion Holiday Steak Feed from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Finnish Independence Day Celebration

December 1, 2012 – Tentative
4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Community Center, N4888 Stadium Road, Corner of Hwys. 8 & D, Brantwood
715- 564-2520 / 2525
Website:  www.pricecountyhistoricalsociety.com/historic%20sites.html
Email:  paulsyl@centurytel.net; cen95870@centurytel.net
Enjoy a celebration dinner hosted by the Knox Creek Heritage Center including Mojakka [stew] that is cooked outdoors in an iron kettle over a wood fire, homemade multi-grain bread, and creamy rice with fruit sauce is served family style. The homemade bread and cardamom braid is also available for sale. Enjoy a program at 6:30 p.m. following the meal which consists of a brief explanation of the importance of the event in Finnish history and the lighting of candles, plus entertainment to follow presented by the Madeline House Ballet.  Sponsored by the Knox Creek Heritage Center.

24th Annual Madrigal Dinner presented by Northwood Players

December 14, 15 & 16, 2012 – Tentative
6:30 p.m.
Club 13, 784 N. Lake Ave., Hwy. 13, Phillips
715-339-3908
Website: www.northwoodsplayers.com
E-mail: jdmco@pctcnet.net; baxter@pctcnet.net
Enjoy an excellent seven-course meal served formally while the 16-member royal court entertains you with an exceptional variety of great music, as well as several humorous skits performed by the Madrigal Singers including the king, queen, town crier, jester, juggler, trumpeters, knights, and serving pages.  Dinner, fun and frolic Renaissance style. Call for ticket price and reservations.

Christmas Cookie Sale

December 15, 2012 – Tentative
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (or until gone)
Community Center – Heritage House, Phillips
300 Cherry Street
Phillips, WI  54555
715-339-3629
Email:  brendel@pctcnet.net
The Phillips Area Community Center Board of Directors is sponsoring a Christmas cookie sale to raise funds to support the community center. The cookies will be sold by the pound.

     January 2013    

Lugerville Chasers New Year’s Day Hangover Party

January 1, 2013
1 – 5 p.m.
Club 13, 784 N. Lake Ave., Phillips
715-339-4066
Email:  belanbuilders@pctcnet.net
You’ve invited to participate in a luncheon, games  and gun, quilt and ticket raffles to raise money to support the Lugerville Chasers Snowmobile Club in maintaining area trails.  Everyone is welcome to attend. The raffle drawings take place at 4:30 p.m. All raffle items are donated by club members and area businesses, and the proceeds earned go directly back into maintaining the trail system in Lugerville including Trails 80, 87, 88, 90, 121 and 141.

Ice Fishing Rumble

January 5, 2013 – Tentative
7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Roll-In Point, W6605 Point Lane, Phillips
715-339-4585
Email:  nordland04@pctcnet.net
Open at 6 a.m. with a breakfast special available.  Registration anytime but closes at 10 a.m. the day of the tournament.  Prizes for 1st & 2nd place for longest fish in the following categories: walleye, northern, perch, blue gill & crappie; also, 1st place for age 12 & under for walleye; plus door prizes; food & drinks will be available all day; entrance fee is $10 per person each day (100% payback); tickets can be purchased at Roll-In Point Bar & Grill anytime up until 10 a.m. the day of the tournament.  The proceeds from the raffles will be donated to a local youth organization.

Snowshoe Clinic

January 5, 2013 – Tentative
1 – 4 p.m.
Friends of Fred Smith Studio at the Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips
715-339-6254
Website:    www.thecrazyloon.com
E-mail:  info@thecrazyloon.com
Stretching techniques & tips for exercising in cold weather, dressing for winter sports, and the importance of stretching to avoid injury will be presented by Dr. Mel from sPorT Plus, Phillips, and Nancy Anderson. Information on snowshoeing as well as an opportunity to try out aluminum frame snowshoes on the 1/2-mile trail at the park will be offered by Ron and Chris from The Crazy Loon, Phillips. There is no cost to attend.

6th Annual Big Elk & Musser Lake Association Ice Fishing Contest

January 12, 2013 – Tentative
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Big Elk Bar & Grill, N10091 Musser Road, Phillips
715-339-3166 / 4277
E-mail: deburbanik@yahoo.com
Fishing contest; paddle wheel contests, raffles, and hot food & beverages throughout the day in the heated/carpeted tent on Musser Lake; 1st and 2nd place cash prizes will be awarded for the longest fish in each of the following categories:  1) Northern, 2) Walleye, 3) Crappie, 4) Blue Gill, and 5) Perch.  Fishermen can pre-register at the Big Elk Bar & Grill or on the ice the day of the contest.  The entry fee is $10.00. All fishermen must be registered and ready to fish by 9 a.m.!  All fish must be at the judging area by 3 p.m.  Trophies, cash prizes, and raffle prizes will be awarded at 4 p.m. There will also be a Youth Fishing Contest for kids age 12 and under with trophies and prizes for the three (3) longest fish. This event is being sponsored by the Musser Lake Association.

Winter Cocktail Class

January 19, 2013 – Tentative
1 – 2:30 p.m.
The 5 Senses, 146 Balsam Street, Phillips
715-339-2777
Website: www.the5senseswi.com
Email: chap@pctcnet.net
You’re invited to learn new recipes for HOT cocktails for the cold nights, master a new “Valentine” martini to share with your honey, learn the basics of infusing your own vodka and making your own bitters for mixing, and sample your own tasty creations, plus learn some history of beverage mixology.  Limited space – call to register; fee required.  Find them on Facebook.

Prentice Bushbenders 7th Annual Pancake Breakfast

January 20, 203 – Tentative
8 a.m. – noon
Chequamegon Sportsmen’s Club, W4602 Highway 8, Prentice
715-820-1280
Website:  www.countrysidemotelwi.com/webcam.html
E-mail:  kas@pctcnet.net
8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Prizes and raffles during the event. Located on trail #118 or by car 1 mile east of Prentice on Hwy 8.

Sno-Drovers Poker Run & Breakfast Buffet

January 24, 25 & 26, 2013 – Tentative
All day;  ends 6 p.m. Saturday
Moose Jaw Lodge & Resort, N15098 Shady Knoll Road/W770 Wind Song Lane, Park Falls
715-762-1623
Website:  www.snodrovers.com/index.html
Email:  tsteeno@centurytel.net
Poker run starts Thursday – Ride the trails and stop at participating local businesses to collect cards. Riders meet at Moose Jaw on Saturday at 6 p.m. to determine who has the winning poker hand. Cash prizes, raffles and door prizes. Also, stop in for a breakfast buffet Saturday morning 8-11 a.m. at Moose Jaw. This is a snowmobile club public event. Everyone is welcome to attend. All proceeds earned go directly back into maintaining the trail system.

Phillips Flurry 5k & 10k Snowshoe Race

January 26, 2013 – Tentative
8 – 9:30 a.m. Reg.; 10 a.m. Start
Phillips School Forest Trail, N9189 N. Worcester Road, Phillips
715-339-6254
Website:    www.phillipsflurry.com
E-mail:  info@thecrazyloon.com
Both the 5k & 10k courses consist of groomed ski trails and packed single track on the rolling terrain through the beautiful school forest and feature a few large hills. Post-race activities include awards, chili feed and bake sale. Custom trophies will be awarded to the top overall male & female finishers and medals to the top three males & females in the following age groups: 10-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 +. Children ages 9 and under will receive a special participation award! Long-sleeve t-shirts guaranteed to racers who pre-register.

Winter Fest

January 26 & 27, 2013 – Tentative
Saturday – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday – 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Birch Island Resort, N8221 E. Wilson Flowage Road, Phillips
Lake Duroy, 177 S. Lake Ave./ Hwy. 13, downtown Phillips
715-339-4100 / 888-408-4800
Website:  www.phillipswisconsin.net
Email:  pacc@pctcnet.net
Saturday – 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. – Radar Runs at Birch Island Resort on Wilson Flowage for snowmobiles, ATVs, and lawn mowers. Prize money will be awarded to the winners.  1 p.m. - Tug of War and Barrel Toss; 6 p.m. – Candlelight Walk on Lake Duroy to Squaw Island and back, plus at 7 p.m. the snowmobile parade will leave Birch Island for Lake Duroy with Fireworks to follow. A snow sculpting contest is being held through Sunday in Elk Lake Park.  
Sunday – Ice Fishing Contest on Lake Duroy from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration begins at 6 a.m. on Lake Duroy. Entry fee is $10 for adults; cash prizes for largest walleye, northern & panfish will be awarded at the Chamber Tent on the lake. The Children’s division entry fee is $5 and special prizes will be awarded. The raffle drawing will take place at 4 p.m. in the Chamber Tent on the lake. Concessions will be available.

Phillips Chaparrals Breakfast

January 27, 2013 – Tentative
8 – 11 a.m.
Club 13, 784 N. Lake Ave., Phillips
715-339-2851
E-mail:  tew3817@yahoo.com
A hearty breakfast selection to choose from. Everyone is welcome to attend.

The Concert Series presented by the Woods & Waters Fine Arts Council

January 28, 2013 – Tentative
7 p.m.
Chequamegon High School, 380 9th St., Park Falls
715-762-3034
Website:  http://www.bottomlineduo.com
Email:  dcordypritzl@aol.com
This unique, internationally touring young husband and wife duo combines cello and bass presenting music from the Baroque period to today since 1996. This performance is part of The Concert Series, and ticket purchase includes admission to all seven concerts in the series.

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