CALENDAR of EVENTS
ALL EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR CANCELLATION
SO PLEASE CALL AHEAD BEFORE TRAVELING!
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ADD YOUR EVENT TO OUR WEBSITE
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If you would like to add your business or community event to our site,
please contact:
Community Outreach Coordinator
Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce
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Please include the following:
1. Start date of Event
2. End date of Event
3. Time
4. Sponsors/Hosts
5. Description of Event
6. Location(s)
7. Address
8. Contact Person
9. Contact phone #/Email Address
10. Website link
*Please be as specific as possible so we can accurately promote your event.
Also please send a flyer or print information to:
Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 795
Rhinelander, WI 54501
Fax: 715-365-7467 |
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Meeting: 2nd Tuesday of Every Month 6 PM
Monthly Club Ride: 3rd Saturday of Every Month 10 AM
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Oneida County ATV Association
Meeting & Monthly
Club Ride
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| Join the Oneida County ATV Association at the Rhinelander Senior Center for their monthly meeting at 6 PM. For more fun join them at the landing on Bowman Road for their monthy club ride held every 3rd Saturday of the month at 10 AM. |
| PO Box 922 |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact Denis Laddusire at 715-282-5320 |
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Mondays, May 5 through July 14, 2008 10-11:30am
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Steps to Healthy Aging
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| Discover how simple it can be to make small changes for better health. This is a 10-week program designed to fit the interests & needs of older adults wanting to maintain their quality of life and their independence. Pre-registration is required. |
| Oneida Senior Center |
| 1103 Thayer Street |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Susie Wegner or Debra Durchslag at 715-369-6170 |
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May 28-September 1, 2008 8am-3pm Every Wednesday.
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The Rhinelander Flea Market and Craft
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| Get ready for finding or selling treasures this summer at the local flea market and craft. Space $10 (12x12). This year there will be inside spaces available and food vendors to make it a fun day under the sun. |
| Rhinelander Ice Arena |
| Hwy 17 North |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Virginia at 715-282-5035 |
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June 21-October 18 8am-1pm
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Hodag Farmers Market
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| Beginning the 14th year of the Farmers Market. Bake sales most Saturdays. August 9th-14th Annual Anniversary, October 4th-Big pumpkin contest. |
| Pioneer Park |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Doug Jacobson at 715-282-5656 |
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Thursdays, June 19 - August 7, 2008 7 PM
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Concerts on the Riverwalk
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| The concerts on the Riverwalk feature a different musical group every week. There is no charge for the concerts, donations will be accepted. You may want to bring a lawn chair and picnic supper and enjoy the family atmosphere for all ages. The first group performing will be the Rhinelander Area Community Band. |
| Riverwalk Park (next to Trigs parking lot) |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Jan Leschke at 715-362-7157 |
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Saturday, June 21, 2008 8am-1pm
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Hodag Farmers Market
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| Don't forget this is the first Saturday for the Hodag Farmers Market and it will continue through the summer. Bake sales most Saturdays. Call for more information on the Spring Critter Fest-May 24th. |
| Pioneer Park |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact Doug Jacobson at 715-282-5656 |
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Wednesdays & Sundays Beginning June 25th 7:30pm
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Hodag Water Shows
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| Bring family and friends to enjoy the park and waterski shows every Wednesday & Sunday evening (7:30pm) at beautiful Hodag Park. |
| Hodag Park |
| Rhinelander, WI |
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Friday, July 4th 7:30am - 11:00am
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Annual 4th of July Lumberjack Pancake Breakfast
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| Includes: "All-you-can-eat-pancakes",sausage links, applesauce,fruit juice & beverage
Adults - $5.00 Children 6-9yrs. - $3.00 & 0-5yrs free
Tickets available at the Senior Center |
| Oneida Senior Center
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| 1103 Thayer St |
| Rhinelander, WY |
| For more information, call 369-6170/800-379-7499 |
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July 4th 8am - 11am
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4th of July
Rhinelander Logging Museum Annual Pancake Breakfast
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| Pancake Breakfast:8am - 11am<>$6.00 12 & older<>$4 under 12
<>Free-5 and under |
| Rhinelander Logging Museum |
| Pioneer Park - South Oneida Avenue |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact M.G. Mellars at 715-369-5004 |
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Friday, July 4, 2008 10am Kiddie Parade 11am Parade
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Rhinelander 4th of July Parade
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| The theme for this year's 4th of July parade will be "A Solid Foundation from Country to County to City. Based on 100 year celebration of Oneida County Courthouse. This year a new addition from Canada, Pipes and Drums of Thunder Bay. |
| Starting at the Police Station on Frederick Street |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Dale Schlieve: Parade Chairman at 715-369-1814 |
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Fire Works, Hodag Park at Dusk!
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Rhinelander 4th of July Fire Works
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| Everyone is invited - come early - 7:30 Water Ski Show
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| Hodag Park |
| Rhinelander, WI |
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Friday July 4th Noon-4:00pm
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The Hodag Dachshund Dash
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| Schedule of Doxie Events<>
Noon - 1pm Race Registration<>
2 - 2:30pm Costume Contest<>
3pm Blessing of the Doxies<>
3:05pm Dachshund Race<>
4:00pm Awards |
| Hodag Park |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, call 715-369-2100 |
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Thursday-Sunday July 10-13, 2008
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Hodag Country Festival
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| Rhinelander again proudly presents the 31st Annual Hodag Country Festival. Here are just some of the stars-Neal McCoy, Reba, Roy Clark, Little Big Town. For a full schedule pick-up a brochure at the Chamber, call or visit their website. |
| Hodag Country Festival |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, call 800-762-3803/or 715-369-1300 |
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Click here to visit their Web site.
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Saturday, July 12, 2008 9am-3pm
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Art Fair 2008
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| Mark your calendars so you won't miss the 100 fine artists that participate in this outdoor festival. Concessions and music are also available to make it a fun day. Open to the public, admission is free. For artist who would like to participate, call Dennis Neuendorf at 715-358-3101 or email denny32851@yahoo.com. Deadline is 6/12/2008. |
| Fireman's Park |
| Hwy 70 at Big Arbor Vitae Dr |
| Arbor Vitae, WI |
| For more information, contact Wendy Hull 715-356-9473 or Laura Bertch 715-493-6627 at |
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Monday - July 14, 2008 Rain or Shine
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Tri-County Council Charity Golf Scramble
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| Four Person Scramble-18-Hole Tournament-$85-includes Golf Cart - Prizes & Dinner
Schedule:
7am - Noon Registration opens 1 hour prior to start-
8am or 1pm Shot Gun Start (choose 1)-
5pm Refreshments at the Club House-
6pm Dinner at the clubhouse followed by various
activities-
Tickets for dinner only - $25 per person |
| Rhinelander Country Club |
| 1699 Eagle St |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact register-715-362-6841 at Ron at 715-365-3201 |
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Monday, July 21, 2008 6:30pm
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Author Series: Richard Terrill
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| Richard is a talented musician and a multi-faceted author. He has authored three children's books, as well as dozens of articles and poems. He will speak about his writing process, with selected readings of his work. |
| Rhinelander District Library |
| 106 N Stevens Street |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Library at 715-365-1070 |
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Tuesday, July 22, 2008 7pm
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Wisconsin Singers Concert
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| The Wisconsin Singers are an outstanding song and dance troupe that has played to standing ovations all over the country. This year will perform Celebrate! Which will highlight popular American music from the Jukebox era of the Top 40 hits. $15 Adult, $10 High School Youth and Senior (over 65). $15 at the door. |
| Rhinelander High School Auditorium |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Tom Vergeront at 715-282-6406 |
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Friday, July 25, 2008 5pm-8pm
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Creative Arts Walk
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| Celebrate creativity in downtown Rhinelander by experiencing and interacting with local artisans and performers in various business locations. Sponsored by Downtown Rhinelander, Inc. |
| Downtown |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Sandy Buss 715-482-3280 or Bev Hlavka 715-282-3511 at |
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Friday, Saturday, Sunday July 25, 26, 27, 2008 9-5 daily
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Northwoods Art Tour
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| The tour is a self-guided one through the back roads of the northwoods to the studios and galleries of over 30 area artists. Demos, original art for sale. Call or visit the website. |
| Back roads of the Northwoods. |
| For more information, contact Joan Molloy Slack 715-277-4224 or Mary Burns 715-476-2828 at |
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Click here to visit their Web site.
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Saturday, July 26, 2008 9am
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7th Annual Auto Show
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| Conover Volunteer Fire & Rescue and EMS presents the 7th Annual Auto Show with a craft show, farmers market, flea market and swap meet. 100% of all proceeds benefit the Conover Fire & Rescue and EMS. Lisen to WRJO Radio for updates! |
| Conover Town Park |
| 4661 Hwy K East |
| Conover, WI |
| For more information, contact Conover Fire Barn at 715-477-2036 |
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Saturday, July 26, 2008 1pm-5pm
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Brewfest
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| The Lac du Flambeau Lions Club is sponsoring it 4th annual Brewfest. A wide assortment of craft specialty, and microbrewery beers will be offered. Food will be available. Live music and merchandise raffles. This fundraiser will help support the Wisconsin Lions Eye Bank. |
| Downtown Minocqua |
| For more information, contact Gretchen or John Spickerman at 715-588-3413 |
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Saturday, July 26 10am - 1pm
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The Clydesdales Come to Rhinelander
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| The Budweiser Clydesdales are making an appearance and parading through downtown Rhinelander. The visit starts at Stevensport Square and Pelham St. parking lot. The horse-drawn beer wagon will parade through historic Brown St. Fun for the whole family. |
| Downtown Rhinelander
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| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact Oneida Sales & Service at 715-362-7330 |
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Thursday, Friday & Saturday, August 14-16, 2008
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Oneida County's "Old Fashioned" Fair!
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| It's Back to Basics...this year Oneida County will have a free entrance, no gate frees! Some the highlights will be,
Animal Exhibits, Horse Show, Ag Olympics, Inflatable Carnival, Local Crafters Exhibits. |
| Hodag 50 Grounds |
| 5475 River Road |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact UW Extension at 715-365-2750 |
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Sunday, August 17, 2008 7:30pm
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2008-2009 Concert Series
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| Tamburitzans - a high energy troupe of young musician/dancers from Duquesne Univeristy in Pittsburgh, specializes in the Slavic folk culture. They provide an evening of joyful music for the entire family in their authentic costumes. Tickets to this event are sold separately. Adults $15; Students $5. |
| Three Lakes School/Community Arts Assoc. |
| Three Lakes, |
| For more information, call 715-546-2366 |
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Monday, August 25, 2008 6:30pm
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Author Series
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| John Bates, popular and prolife nature writer. He will help us usher in the cooler seasons, with a preview and discussion of his newest book, Graced by the Seasons. Also a slide show of the beautiful Northwoods. |
| Rhinelander District Library |
| 106 N Stevens |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Library at 715-365-1070 |
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Thursday,September 4 -Sunday, September 7, 2008
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15th Annual Oktoberfest
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| Enjoy food, fun, entertainment and more at Rhinelander Annual Oktoberfest celebration. Rhinelander keeps up this German tradition with one of Wisconsin's most popular Oktoberfest celebrations. Indulge in authentic German food and beverages, tap your toes to great music and browse the craft fair. Don't miss this event!
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| Next to Trig's Food Store & The Riverwalk Center |
| 232 South Courtney Street |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact Community Outreach Coordinator at 715-365-7468 |
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Click here to visit their Web site.
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Monday, September 8, 2008 6:30pm
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Author Series
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| Award-winning poet and mystery writer Mary Logue has authored the recent Maiden Rock, part of the Claire Watkins mystery series and a nominee for the prestigious Minnesota Book Award. |
| Rhinelander District Library |
| 106 N Stevens Street |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Library at 715-365-1070 |
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Saturday & Sunday, September 20 & 21, 2008
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21st Annual Hodag Muskie Challenge
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| Don't miss the chance to be a part of the 21st Annual Hodag Muskie Challenge, one of northern Wisconsin's premier muskie tournaments. This catch-and-release tournament sponsored by the Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce attracts top anglers from around the world. Top prize is $20,000 with payouts up to 10th place. |
| Rhinelander Area Lakes |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact Rhinelander Chamber of Commerce at 715-365-7468/1-800-236-4FUN |
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Click here to visit their Web site.
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Saturday, September 20, 2008
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Nutty to Run
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| Nicolet college will hold a family-oriented Nutty to Run event, which features a 5K and 10K run, a 5K walk, and awards for each gender and age category. There will also be a free Kids Outdoor "Squirrelly" Fitness course sponsored by the YMCA of the Northwoods and Healthy people Healthy Oneida county(HPHOC).
Proceeds from the race will go toward Nicolet college sutdent scholarships. A healty snack will be provided for all kids participating. |
| Nicolet's Rhinelander campus |
| 5364 College Drive |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact Kelly Crossen at (715) 365-4907 |
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Click here to visit their Web site.
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Tuesday, September 23, 2008 6:30pm
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Author Series
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| Todd Mishler, author and freelance sports writer will show slides and discuss his latest book, Blood, Sweat & Cheers: Great Football Rivalries of the Big Ten. Cover the teams from the series beginnings in 1800's to the showdown between No. 1 Ohio State and No. 2 Michigan in November 2006. |
| Rhinelander District Library |
| 106 N Stevens Street |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Library at 715-365-1070 |
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Friday, Saturday, Sunday October 3-5, 2008 10-5 daily
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The Northwoods Art Tour
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| The tour is a self-guided tour through the back roads of the northwoods to the studios and galleries of over 30 area artists. Demos, original art for sale. Please call or visit website. |
| The back roads of the Northwoods |
| For more information, contact Joan Molloy Slack 715-277-4224 or Mary Burns 715-476-2828 at |
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Click here to visit their Web site.
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Saturday, October 4, 2008 11am-3pm
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Courthouse Centennial
Tour of Homes
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| Take advantage of a great opportunity to view the inside of some of the most beautiful, historic homes in the Oneida County Courthouse area. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. All proceeds benefit the Rhinelander Historial Society. |
| Rhinelander, |
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Tuesday, October 7, 2008 7:30pm
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The Northwoods Concert Association
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| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra will begin our annual perforances. Acclaimed as "one of America's great virtuoso orchestras" by The New Yorker, the MSO celebrates its 50th season. |
| Rhinelander High School Auditorium |
| Rhinelander, |
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Saturday, November 8, 2008 8am-3pm
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Centennial Celebration Scheduled Events
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| Saturday, November 8, 2008 - 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Courthouse reenactment
Pancake breakfast at Masonic Lodge - 8 – 10 a.m.
Laying of the cornerstone – 11 a.m.
Birthday cake – served at noon
Poetry (dome poems ) reading/awards – 1 p.m.
Historical art and historical essay awards – 1:15 p.m.
Quilt raffle drawing – 1:30 p.m.
Guided courthouse tours – ongoing 10 – 11 a.m. and noon – 3 p.m.
Live music in the courthouse rotunda – ongoing 10 – 11 a.m. and
noon - 3 p.m.
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| Pioneer Park |
| Rhinelander, WI |
| For more information, contact centennial@co.oneida.wi.us at 715-369-6144 |
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Saturday, November 22, 2008 8:30am-3:00pm
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"Show & Sell" Craft Show
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| 25th annual quality craft show with a variety of unique items created by the vendors. Gift items, holiday decorations, stained glass, wood furniture, quilts, and much more! Food available. |
| James William Middle School |
| 915 Acacia Lane |
| Rhinelander, |
| For more information, contact Delores Lovelace at 715-282-5806 |
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Sunday, November 23, 2008 7:30pm
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Trumpet Invasion
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| Father and son trumpet/piano duo Rich and Brandon Ridenour. The son Brandon is a graduate of Juilliard in trumpet performace. Rich is a piano soloist with symphony orhestras and accompanies famous soloists. |
| Rhinelander High School Auditorium |
| Rhinelander, |
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