WAUSAU AND MOSINEE AREA EVENTS

Festival Of Trees
Date: 11/21/2007 through 11/24/2007
Description: This year's theme is With Joyous Spirits. Beautifully decorated trees, wreaths, mantels and entertainment. Proceeds benefit programs at Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. Wed. 9-11 AM senior stroll; 11 AM - 5 PM general. Thurs. 1-5 PM. Fri. 9 AM - 8 PM. Sat. Noon - 5 PM. Sun. Noon - 3:30 PM. $5 adults, $3 ages 12 and under.
Location: The Rose Garden, 131 W Thomas St, Wausau
Phone: 715-847-2470

Festival of Trees Teddy Bear Breakfast
Date: 11/24/2007 through 11/25/2007
Description: Holiday party for children and families. 8-10 AM. $9 ages 2-10, $12 ages 11 and up. Reservations required. Info and tickets by credit card at 715-847-2470.
Location: The Rose Garden, 131 W Thomas St, Wausau
Phone: 715-847-2470

Ballroom Dance
Date: 11/30/2007
Description: The purpose of Expressions Ballroom Dance Club is to provide dance opportunities to people of all ability levels in a fun and friendly atmosphere. We welcome all dancers and encourage the development of personal style and expression. Admission is $10. 8 - 11 pm.
Location: Lakeside Ballroom, 1408 Cty Rd Y, Hatley
Phone: 715-446-3730

Holiday Hustle Fun Run
Date: 11/30/2007
Description: Wausau Area Events & The Wausau West Side Business Association presents the first annual "Holiday Hustle" Fun Run. Race Time: 6:10 pm (Holiday Parade begins at 6:30 that evening). Check-in/Registration: OPENS at 4:30pm CLOSES at 5:45pm. Wear creative and festive costumes for this holiday run! (Walkers encouraged!) $5.00 registration fee per person. $20.00 for costumed/decorated groups of 6 or more. Awards for Best Individual Costume and Best Group Theme/Costume. The course starts at Marathon Park and ends at the 400 Block in Downtown Wausau. A warming tent and FREE Papa John's pizza will be waiting for you at the end of the race.
Location: Marathon Park, 1201 Stewart Ave, Wausau
Phone: 715-843-0748

*******Wausau Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
Date: 11/30/2007
Description: Rejoice in the holiday season as over 100 lighted, decorated entries and floats parade through downtown Wausau. The traditional parade route from Marathon Park to the City Square will be followed. Bundle up so you can wave to Santa at the end of the parade and enjoy hot chocolate and caroling all beginning at 7pm. Free to the public
Location: Parade route from Marathon Park to 400 Block, Downtown Wausau
Phone: 715-843-0748

*******HECKEL'S STEVENS POINT / WAUSAU MARINA WILL HAVE A FLOAT IN THE PARADE**************************************

The Nutcracker
Date: 12/01/2007 through 12/02/2007
Description: Annual performance of the holiday classic by the Central Wisconsin School of Ballet. Students and guest dancers bring this tale to life. Tickets $25/$20/$13. Show Times: 12/1 at 1:30pm and 7:30pm, 12/2 at 1:30pm.
Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th St, Wausau
Phone: 715-843-5444, 715-842-0988 or 888-239-0421

Christmas Arts & Craft Show
Date: 12/01/2007
Description: The Christmas festival begins with the Mosinee Arts & Craft show at the Mosinee High School from 9-3pm. Great vendors and raffle drawings for hand crafted items- 100% proceeds go towards the MACC Scholarship Fund.
Location: Mosinee High School, 1000 High Street , Mosinee
Phone: 715-693-4330

**************************Mosinee Christmas Parade
Date: 12/01/2007
Description: Grab the family and head down to the 25th Annual Christmas Parade in Mosinee on Saturday, December 1st Parade starts at 7pm. The Mosinee parade is a great family tradition to start getting into the spirit of the Holiday.
Location: Downtown Mosinee
Phone: 715-693-4330
*************HECKEL'S STEVENS POINT / WAUSAU MARINA WILL BE IN THE PARADE

Christmas Festival at River Park
Date: 12/01/2007
Description: River Park will host festivities from 4:00 to 6:45 p.m. The CHILI CHALLENGE, Hot Cider, Hot Chocolate, MOSINEE HIGH SCHOOL CONCERT CHOIR, COMMUNITY SING-A-LONG and carriage rides will all be held in River Park. The TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY will again begin at 6:45PM in City Square Park. The Annual Christmas Parade will begin at 7pm in Downtown Mosinee. If you are interested in participating in the Chili Challenge and think you have a winning Chili, the Mosinee Area Chamber of Commerce will donate half the proceeds of the Cook-Off to a non-profit group of your choice. Registration forms are available at the MACC office. Free Admission, $2.00 to vote for Chili Challenge.
Location: River Park, 1101 Main St, Mosinee
Phone: 715-693-4330

Christmas Open House
Date: 12/01/2007
Description: Features: Santa's Workshop, Make and take your own gifts, holiday gifts, goodies and sustenance. 10am-4pm.
Location: Water Street Arts, 307 Water St, Mosinee
Phone: 715-693-3354

Christmas Ornament Class
Date: 12/04/2007
Description: Make an old-fashioned ornament for your holiday tree and one for ours. Nominal charge to cover cost of supplies. Class size limited; reservations required. Nominal charge to cover supply costs. 4:30-6:30pm.
Location: Marathon County Historical Society, 410 McIndoe, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-5750

A Christmas Carol
Date: 12/05/2007 through 12/06/2007
Description: Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with the traditional production of Dickens' classic holiday tale. Featuring the beautiful carols and costumes of a Victorian Christmas. Perfect for the entire family. Two performances at the Grand Theater on ArtsBlock. Wednesday, December 5th at 10am & 6:30pm and Thursday, December 6th at 6:30pm. Tickets $22-$27. Call (715) 359-3972 for tickets.
Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th St, Wausau
Phone: 715-359-3972

A Conservatory Community Christmas Carol
Date: 12/06/2007
Description: Come and join us singing your favorite Christmas Carols! 5:30pm. Free Admission.
Location: Great Hall, 415 4th Street, Wausau
Phone: 715-845-6279

Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis
Date: 12/08/2007
Description: Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a fun and festive way to kick off your holidays by helping others! Wear a holiday themed costume. Tie jingle bells to your shoelaces. Run or walk a 5 kilometer route with your team members and celebrate the season by giving. Register by November 29 to save $5. Early registration includes an official event t-shirt, gloves, jingle bells, and goody bag. Participants registering AFTER November 29 can not be guaranteed these items. Register online at www.jbrwausau.kintera.org. Registration starts at 8am and 5K Fun Run/Walk starts at 9am.
Location: Wausau Center Mall, 101 Washington St, Wausau
Phone: 920-330-0592

A Year With Frog & Toad
Date: 12/12/2007
Description: A hit on Broadway, A Year With Frog and Toad was nominated for 3 Tony Awards - including Best Musical. Now, for the first time, an all-new production will tour across North America. Arnold Lobel's beloved characters hop from the page to the stage in Robert and Willie Reale's musical A Year With Frog and Toad. Developed by Mr. Lobel's daughter, Adrianne Lobel, the stage musical remains true to the spirit of the original stories as it follows two great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad through four fun-filled seasons. Waking from hibernation in the spring, they proceed to plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, and go sledding, learning life lessons along the way, including a most important one about friendship and rejoicing in the attributes that make each of us different and special. 7:00 PM, Tickets: $24 & $29 & $34
Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th St, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421


John Altenburgh Christmas Concert
Date: 12/14/2007
Description: The Mosinee blues and jazz musician brings in a veritable orchestra of talent for the popular annual holiday blues and jazz show. 7:30 PM. Tickets: $26 & $28.
Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th St, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421

Spirit of Christmas Week
Date: 12/17/2007 through 12/21/2007
Description: During the Spirit of Christmas Week, bring an unwrapped gift for a needy child and receive $5 off a window price lift ticket.
Location: Granite Peak Ski Area, 3605 N Mountain Rd, Wausau
Phone: 715-845-2846

New Year?s Eve Celebration
Date: 12/31/2007
Description: Come and celebrate the New Year! Enjoy moonlight bowling and live bands from 9pm-2am.
Location: Dale's Weston Lanes, 5902 Schofield Ave, Weston
Phone: 715-359-8488

College Music Fest
Date: 01/05/2008
Description: Granite Peak Ski & snowboard competitions; Maggie Speaks, a Chicago national band, will be performing live in the Sundance Chalet from 8:30pm-12:30am. Maggie Speaks delivers an incredible non-stop high-energy show that leaves people breathless. You'll know every song, but won't believe how this band delivers them one after another. Think of this as your favorite mix coming to life. Rick Tabor will perform a variety of music-sure to entertain in the Bears Den Saloon from 2pm-10pm.
Location: Granite Peak Ski Area, 3605 N Mountain Rd, Wausau
Phone: 715-845-2846

Redneck Rampage
Date: 01/05/2008
Description: State Park Speedway announces winter events! Events to featured: burnout contest, forward/backward race, back up race, 180 race, eliminator race, the tow truck and more! Events will be run snow or shine! Races may be canceled if visibility is poor or if the temperatures are unbearable. If canceled will be scheduled for the following Saturday. Pit Gates open at 10am. Racing begins at 12pm.
Location: State Park Speedway, 5711 N Mountain Rd, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-8729

Family Festival Weekend
Date: 01/11/2008 through 01/13/2008
Description: Three Family Festival Weekends at Granite Peak this year will be held, Friday to Sunday, January 11-13, 2008; February 1-3, 2008; and March 7-9, 2008, with brat cookout (11am-3pm), sleigh rides (1pm-3pm), and fireworks each Saturday at 6:30pm of the Family Festival. Mike Velis will performing live music in the Bears Den Saloon from 2pm-10pm on Saturday night.
Location: Granite Peak Ski Area, 3605 N Mountain Rd, Wausau
Phone: 715-845-2846

Midwest Winter Exhibit
Date: 01/11/2008 through 02/17/2008
Description: 18th Annual Midwest Winter. From the icy beauty of a mid-winter morning to the excitement of a snowy slalom run, the many faces of winter inspire American and international artists. They respond with pens and paints, with photos and fiber, and more. Hours: Tues-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-4pm. Closed Monday and holidays.
Location: The Gallery on ArtsBlock, 427 N 4th St, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-4545

Women's Mind, Body & Spirit Expo
Date: 01/12/2008
Description: The full day expo at the Cedar Creek Mall is free to women of all ages. Learn to enhance your physical, mental and spiritual well being. The day offers dozens of booths and exhibits focusing on fitness, relaxation and relationships from 10am-4pm.
Location: Cedar Creek Mall, 10101 Market St, Rothschild
Phone: 715-355-0011

Wedding Wonderland 2008
Date: 01/13/2008
Description: Wedding expo complete with formal wear fashion show, vendors, and more. Tickets: TBA. 11am-4pm, Elegant Occasions fashion show at 2:30pm. Fashion show will feature: mother of the bride/mother of the groom gowns, tuxedos, bridesmaid dresses, bridal gowns, and rehearsal dinner wear.
Location: The Rose Garden, 131 W Thomas St, Wausau
Phone: 715-848-3139

Midwest Winter Exhibit: Afterglow Reception
Date: 01/18/2008
Description: View the latest exhibition and meet the artists at the Center for the Visual Arts during this opening reception. Free admission. 5pm to 7pm. Exhibit on display January 11 to February 17, 2008.
Location: The Gallery on ArtsBlock, 427 N 4th St, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-4545

A Midsummer Night's Dream (Children's version)
Date: 01/18/2008
Description: Performed by Central Wisconsin Children's Theatre. Drama camp performance adapted from Shakespeare's play, geared towards kids and families. 7pm. $6 adults, $5 senior/student, $4 ages 12 & under.
Location: DC Everest Middle School, 9302 Schofield Ave, Weston
Phone: 715-842-4416

Wine, Cheese & All That Jazz
Date: 01/25/2008
Description: Live jazz music, over 100 types of wines, specialty cheeses, hors d'oeuvres, silent and live auction. Benefits the Boys and Girls Club of the Wausau Area. 7-10:30 PM. Tickets $65, available at the Boys and Girls Club or Crossroads County Market.
Location: Plaza Hotel & Suites, 201 N 17th Ave, Wausau
Phone: 715-845-2582

Badger State Winter Games
Date: 01/25/2008 through 01/27/2008
Description: 20th anniversary of this premier Olympic-style amateur sports festival in the United States. First weekend will consist of Youth Hockey, archery and bowling events. Open to Wisconsin residents. Free to the public.
Location: Various locations in Wausau/Central WI
Phone: 608-226-4780

Winter Dance Party: Tribute to Buddy Holly
Date: 01/26/2008
Description: John Mueller's Winter Dance Party Tour is a live, authentic re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper's final 1959 tour that was tragically cut short with a devastating plane crash following their last concert in Clear Lake, Iowa. For the first time ever at the Grand, this live concert experience will capture the true essence of Buddy, featuring the hit songs "That'll Be The Day," "Peggy Sue," "Oh, Boy," "Rave On," "La Bamba," "Chantilly Lace," and many, many more. This authentic and high voltage performance has won the Winter Dance Party Tour critical acclaim and legions of fans everywhere. Don't miss a tribute to a legend. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $29, $36 & $39
Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th St, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421

Ice Fishing Tournament
Date: 01/26/2008
Description: 2nd Annual Ice Fishing tournament will take place from 7am-5pm on Half Moon Lake. Registration is held at Half Moon Sports Bar. Each person will be allowed to drill a maximum of 2 holes. Contestants are responsible for drilling their own holes. The top 3 places in each category will be determined by length. In the event of a tie, weight will be measured and the heaviest fish takes priority. Entrance fees: Participants 12 and over $20 per person with the option of buying 2 additional holes for $10 each. Participants 11 and under $10 per person with the option of buying 2 additional holes for $5 each.
Location: Half Moon Sports Bar, 1382 Cty Rd KK, Mosinee
Phone: 715-842-1672

Garden Visions
Date: 01/26/2008
Description: Get ready to be energized for the 2008 gardening season! North Central Wisconsin and Portage County Master Gardeners invite you to Garden Visions, a horticultural conference to learn both the art and science of gardening in our northern climate. Begin the day with Don Engebretson, ?the Renegade Gardener", a nationally known authority on landscaping and garden design, field editor for Better Homes and Gardens magazine, author of five gardening books and a UM Master Gardener from Deephaven, MN. He will be followed by sessions certain to satisfy all levels of gardener?s interest and curiosity. David Cavagnaro, horticultural photographer and heirloom flower and vegetable expert from Iowa will close the day. Advance registration $30 fee, includes lunch, exhibits, educational displays, door prizes and more. Raffle tickets will be on sale for a Mantis Tiller, Quilted Floral Wall Hanging and more. Proceeds to benefit local Empty Bowls Programs. Link to registration form will be posted at http://marathon.uwex.edu. 715-261-1231. Attendance is limited. Apply early!
Location: Creske Center Auditorium, Mosinee High School, 1000 High Street, Mosinee
Phone: 715-261-1231

Badger State Winter Games
Date: 02/01/2008 through 02/03/2008
Description: 20th anniversary of this premier Olympic-style amateur sports festival in the United States. Second weekend will consist of Alpine & Nordic skiing, freestyle snowboarding & skiing, ski jumping, hockey, billiards, curling, figure skating, speed skating, snowshoe racing, and the quadrathlon. Open to Wisconsin residents. Free to the public.
Location: Various locations in Wausau/Central WI
Phone: 608-226-4780

Heckel's Marina Boat Show
Date: 02/01/2008 through 02/24/2008
Description: Dozens of boats on display! From pontoons to fishing boats, you'll see all the latest models available for warm weather fun at the Cedar Creek Mall.
Location: Cedar Creek Mall, 10101 Market St, Rothschild
Phone: 715-341-1244

Family Festival Weekend
Date: 02/01/2008 through 02/03/2008
Description: Three Family Festival Weekends at Granite Peak this year will be held, Friday to Sunday, January 11-13, 2008; February 1-3, 2008; and March 7-9, 2008, with brat cookout (11am-3pm), sleigh rides (1pm-3pm), and fireworks each Saturday at 6:30pm of the Family Festival. Brad Emmanuel will be playing in the Bears Den Saloon from 2pm-10pm on Saturday night.
Location: Granite Peak Ski Area, 3605 N Mountain Rd, Wausau
Phone: 715-845-2846

Redneck Rampage
Date: 02/02/2008
Description: State Park Speedway announces winter events! Events to featured: burnout contest, forward/backward race, back up race, 180 race, eliminator race, the tow truck and more! Events will be run snow or shine! Races may be canceled if visibility is poor or if the temperatures are unbearable. If canceled will be scheduled for the following Saturday. Pit Gates open at 10am. Racing begins at 12pm.
Location: State Park Speedway, 5711 N Mountain Rd, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-8729

Ice Fishing Jamboree
Date: 02/02/2008
Description: 27th annual ice fishing jamboree on Half Moon Sports Bar landing on Half Moon Lake in Mosinee beginning at 7am. Six categories of fish prizes for kids and adults and over $1000 in fish and door prizes, including $250 for the biggest walleye by weight. Entry fees: $10/adult $5/kids 12 and under.
Location: Half Moon Sports Bar, 1382 Cty Rd KK, Mosinee
Phone: 715-693-1909

Badger State Winter Games Festival
Date: 02/02/2008
Description: TBA
Location: Rothschild Pavilion, 1104 Park St, Rothschild
Phone: 888-WI-VISIT or 715-355-8788

Fishery & Raffle
Date: 02/02/2008
Description: Join in the fun during the Fishery & Raffle above the Schofield Dam. Prizes for the largest fish in five categories - $50 for 1st place and $10 2nd place. Raffle tickets $5 each with only 1,000 tickets sold. 1st place $750, 2nd place $500, 3rd place $250, 4th place $150, 5th place $100, 6th-10th place $50. Ice auger and sporting goods raffle tickets go on sale at 8am $1 each or $5 for six tickets. Food and refreshments served on the ice. Fishing 8 am-4 pm, drawing at 5 pm.
Location: Above the Schofield Dam
Phone: 715-359-6416

MATINEE: Eric Carle: The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Others
Date: 02/06/2008
Description: THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR, LITTLE CLOUD and THE MIXED-UP CHAMELEON, by award-winning children's book illustrator and writer, Eric Carle, are retold on stage in black light. Show times: 10am & 1pm. Tickets: $5.50.
Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th St, Wausau
Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421

Wausau Antique Show
Date: 02/09/2008 through 02/10/2008
Description: Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm and Sunday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Annual Antique Show featuring 50 quality dealers with furniture, pottery, dolls, sports memorabilia, jewelry, silver and more. Crystal and china repair.
Location: Greenheck Field House, 6400 Alderson St, Weston
Phone: 715-355-5144

Mardi Gras Festival
Date: 02/09/2008 through 02/10/2008
Description: Enjoy Cajun Food as we celebrate Mardi Gras this weekend at Granite Peak. Hurricane drink specials will be offered in the Bears Den Saloon. G-Man will be playing in the Bears Den Saloon on Saturday from 2pm-10pm. New Found Flavor will be performing live in the Sundance Chalet on Saturday from 8:30pm-12:30am. Feel the beat of their Reggae sounds.
Location: Granite Peak Ski Area, 3605 N Mountain Rd, Wausau
Phone: 715-845-2846

STEVENS POINT AREA EVENTS
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<
Downtown Holiday Parade, Mainstreet Stevens Point, 6:15pm, 715-343-5356

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
Handel’s Messiah, presented by Wisconsin Master Chorale and Wausau Symphony Orchestra, 7:30pm, St. Peter’s Church, 800 4th Ave, Stevens Point, Tickets $14 adults & $8 students & Children, call 715-344-4695 for more info.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
Country Springs Hotel Presents: Live Jazz, 5pm-7pm, Traditions Bar & Grill, non-smoking environment with complimentary Hors D’ Oeuvres. No cover charge. 341-1340

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
Centertainment Presents: The Vega Star, 8pm, Communication Arts Center, UWSP, 715-344-2412

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
Clark Place Presents: Heartsfield, foot-stompin country rock,$12/door, 8pm, 715-343-1530

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30
Rudy’s Red Eye Grill Presents: Dr. Dan & the Roadhouse Rockers, 8:30pm, 715-344-9808 for more info

DECEMBER:
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
Solar Water & Space Heating Workshop, 8am-4pm, $145, Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
32st Annual Frostbite Road Race & Winter Walk, Stevens Point YMCA, 11am: Fun Run, Noon: 5/10 mile race/walk, 715-342-2980

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 1
TASTE OF TOJ ROOB-THE MOUNTAINS, an evening rich with traditional Southeast Asian entrées, intellectual presentation, and an hour of eye opening entertainment, 5:00-9:00PM, doors open at 4:00PM, SPASH - 1201 NORTHPOINT DR., STEVENS POINT, WI, Advance tickets are highly recommended from UWSP box office 715-346-4100. Last year we sold out days before the event!

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1-2
11th Annual Amherst Village Christmas. Area merchant sales and bake sales by various organizations, Craft Show at the Jensen Center and B&B Open House, 10am-6pm (1st), noon-5pm (2nd) 715-824-2326

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1-2
Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra Holiday & Family Concert, Sat. 7:30pm, Sun. 4pm, Sentry Theater, concert featuring Young Artist Winner and the Point Dance Ensemble, 715-345-2976, 715-346-4100 for tickets

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 2
True Harmony Gospel Music Christmas Show, Elizabeth Inn in Plover, Doors open at 5, Dinner at 5:30, show to follow, for more info contact Trish @ 715-345-2852. For tickets call Elizabeth Inn: 715-341-4414.

SUNDAY-TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2-4
Installing a Solar Water Heating System Workshop, 8am-4pm, $420, Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463

THURSDAY-SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6-8
UWSP Department of Theatre & Dance presents: Afterimages, Noel Fine Arts Center, Jenkins Theatre, 715-346-4100 for tickets

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7
River Cities Jazz, 8-10pm, Clark Place, Plover

FRIDAY-SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7-8
Stevens Point Brewery Christmas Open House, call for tour times, 800-369-4911

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8
Centertainment Presents: Point and Laugh, 8pm, Communication Arts Center, UWSP, 715-344-2412

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8
Lions Club Children’s Christmas Party, 12pm-3pm, Christmas party with Santa, refreshments and gifts, Jensen Community Center, 715-824-5202

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8
Making Herbal Beauty Products as Gifts Workshop, 1-4pm, $55, Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
Making Herbal Bath Products as Gifts Workshop, 1-4pm, $55, Artha Sustainable Living Center, 715-824-3463

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11
Centertainment Presents: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire & Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Double Feature), 8:00 p.m. 073 Debot, 715-346-2412

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13
Centertainment Presents: Kick Ace Illusions Magic Show w/ James Oksiuta, Point Brewed Talent, 8:00 p.m. Faux-core Free for all, 715-346-2412

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13
FREE Admission Healthy Family Night at the Central Wisconsin Children’s Museum in CenterPoint MarketPlace, open ‘til 8pm, fun and healthy program at 6:15pm, sponsored by Saint Michael’s Hospital/Ministry Medical Group, 715-344-2003

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14
UWSP Performing Art Series presents: Boston Brass, 7:30pm, Sentry Theater, 715-346-4343

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20
Country Springs Comedy Presents: Andy Ritchie & Chris Smith, Traditions Bar & Grill, Country Springs, 8pm, $5, 715-341-1340 for more info

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21
River Cities Jazz Christmas performance, 8-10pm Sky Club, Plover

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 27
Country Springs Comedy Presents: John Bush & Mike Baldwin, Traditions Bar & Grill, Country Springs, 8pm, $5, 715-341-1340 for more info

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28
Country Springs Hotel Presents: Live Jazz, 5pm-7pm, Traditions Bar & Grill, non-smoking environment with complimentary Hors D’ Oeuvres. No cover charge. 341-1340

MONDAY, DECEMBER 31
New Years at Noon, 11am-2pm, CW Children’s Museum, celebrate the new year as a family while the kids are awake! Countdown, ginger ale toasts, crafts and fun! 715-344-2003