*Community Events*

Antigo Area Community Food Pantry November 9^th 11am-1pm (Wednesdays) & November 11^th 1pm-3pm (Fridays), 2120 Progress Blvd., Antigo (715) 623-1103.

Elcho Area Community Food Pantry November 7^th & November 14^th 11am-1pm (Mon.), November 9^th 4-6pm (Wed.) & November 10^th11am-1pm (Thur.), 11224 Antigo St., Elcho. Call (715) 610-5886 for more information.

Blood Drive November 7^th 11:30am-5pm Langlade Hospital – Conference Rooms 1 & 2, 112 East Fifth Avenue, Antigo. Langlade Hospital in conjunction with Blood Center of Northcentral Wisconsin holds a blood drive the first Monday of every month. No appointments required. For more information, please contact the Blood Center of Northcentral Wisconsin at 1-866-566-5900.

“Struggles and Triumphs: Stories of Women from the American Revolution to Breaking Glass Ceilings” by Ted Russell November 7^th 11:30am – 1:30pm The Brick, 16 N Brown St, Rhinelander. The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Northwoods Branch will meet at The Brick with a noon lunch. A presentation will follow on “Struggles and Triumphs: Stories of Women from the American Revolution to Breaking Glass Ceilings” by Ted Russell. For more information, please call Nancy Prisk at 715-479-5349.

Wild Strokes November 7^th 6:30pm – 9:30pm Backwaters Bar & Grill LLC, 4920 WI-47, Rhinelander. This paint party is for the Birds, Bears, Bunnies, Beavers and all the letters in the alphabet of wildlife in need. Show your support and PAINT and go home with a great work of art you’ve created via The Blank Canvas. Cost is $40 a person. Participants limited, pre-registration required. There will be complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar. For more information, please call 715-366-9453

Coffee Klatch for Seniors November 8^th & 10^th (Every Tues. & Thur.) 9-11am Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd.,  Antigo. Come and enjoy some coffee and conversation with others. For more information, please call Doug Curler at 715-623-2253.

Veteran Town Hall November 8^th 5pm Antigo VFW Hall, 1216 Elm Street, Antigo. Attention veterans, you are invited to attend a Veteran Town Hall. Leaders from the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center & a Langlade County Veterans Service Officer will be on hand to provide a presentation on VA health care, discuss the new Veteran’s Choice Program, listen to veteran’s comments and concerns and discuss how veterans can be better served. All veterans and their families & friends are welcome. If you have questions, please call Brad Nelson at 800-215-8262, ext. 32001 or John Zenkovich at 715-627-6545.

Boys & Girls Club Teen Night November 8^th & 10^th (Tues. & Thurs.) 5:30-8pm Boys & Girls Club of Langlade Co., 411 Superior St., Antigo. For grades 6-12. Video games, pool, bumper pool, blackjack, double shot, air hockey, carpetball, foosball, music, dodgeball league, volleyball league & more. For more information, please call 715-627-1800 or go to www.bgclang.org.

“Downtown Ladies Day” November 9^th Noon-7pm Shop businesses in downtown Shawano & register to win gift baskets & BID District Dollars. For more information, please call 715-873-3775 or go to www.shawnodowntown.com.

Bingo at the Langlade County Senior Center November 9^th 1-3pm Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo. For more information, please call 715-623-2253.

Car Seat Fitting Station November 9^th 4-6pm Antigo Fire Department, 700 Edison Street, Antigo.

Play & Learn November 10^th 9:30-11am N4013 Hwy. 45, Antigo. Play & Learn is a weekly play group program for parents, caregivers and children from birth to age 5. Staff will provide a parent lesson, an activity for parents and children to do together.  The activity will build skills for school readiness and milestone achievement. Quarterly Ages and Stages questionnaires are made available to parents and caregivers to assist families in helping their children to reach age based development milestones. Join the conversation on Facebook – Northwoods Family Resource Centers http://www.facebook.com/NorthwoodsFRCN. For more information, please call 715-627-1414.

Peace United Church of Christ Chili Dinner November 10^th 11am-6:30pm Peace United Church of Christ, 208 E Maurer St., Shawano. All-u-can-eat chili, crackers, bread, cheese, beverage. Pie & ice cream extra. For more information, please call 715-526-2916.

Card Playing Program November 10^th (Every Thurs.) 1-4pm Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo. Have you been looking for someone to play cards with?  Here is your chance to meet others and share your love for cards. The games being played are canasta, sheepshead & pinochle. For more information, please call Doug Curler at 715-623-2253.

John Denver Musical Tribute November 10^th 7-8pm Campanile Center For the Arts, 131 Milwaukee St., Minocqua. Tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for students.

Antigo Community Theatre Presents “9 to 5” The Musical November 10^th, 11^th & 12^th at 7:30 pm. The Volm Theater (Antigo High School), 1900 10^th Ave. Antigo. Set in the 70’s the musical, showcases how the power of friendship and office politics can help you move up in the world. The story follows three female secretaries and their frustration with their egotistical, sexist, and hypocritical boss. They put their heads together and come up with a scheme to oust him.  Dolly Parton’s upbeat and energetic musical score will keep you hopping! Tickets are $10 in advance & at the door. Advance Tickets available at Neve’s Furniture 710 5th Ave. (downtown), Antigo.

Holiday Open House November 11^th & 12^th 8am Tricia’s Treasure’s & Bistro, She’s All That & Flowers from the Heart, N. Lake Ave., Crandon. Kick off the holiday season in quaint, picturesque Crandon with savings and discounts. Enter for special drawings and enjoy holiday treats & beverages while shopping at these unique stores.

St. Joseph Church Hall Christmas Bazaar November 11 & 12^th 8:30am-3pm and November 13^th 10am-Noon. 208 N. Park Ave., Crandon. Crafts of all kinds, Christmas décor & gifts, homemade bakery and candy. Hot soup for sale. Beautiful prizes at $1 a chance.

Stone Soup Playing at the Langlade County Senior Center November 11^th 2-4pm Langlade Co. Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo. They will be playing music for your enjoyment. For more information, please call Doug Curler at 715-623-2253.

Elcho UCC Men’s Club Friday Night Fish Fry November 11^th 4-7pm Jack Lamar Pavilion, N11283 Dorr Street, Elcho. Monthly Men’s Club special Friday Night Fish Fry serving 5-7pm. Opens at 4pm. “Fish Fry” (fried or broiled), fries, coleslaw, & custard! For more information, please call Warren Wagner at 715-275-3134.

Holiday Mingle & Jingle November 11^th 5-7pm Schroeder’s, 724 S. Superior St., Antigo. Enjoy chocolates & champagne as you shop.

Shining the Light of Peace Christmas Gala November 11^th 6-10pm Peace Lutheran Church & School, 300 Lincoln Street, Antigo. Enjoy gourmet hors d’oeuvres, chocolates, specialty cheeses & live entertainment. There will be silent & live auctions featuring beautifully decorated Christmas trees & wreaths. For more information, please call 715-623-2200.

Wolf River Lutheran High School Drama Department Presents: “How I Met Your Mummy” November 11^th & 12th 6:30-9pm and November 13^th 2pm Wolf River Lutheran High School, 220 Zachow Street, Cecil. Adults $5, Students $2, 12 and under Free. To order tickets, please call 715-745-2400.

Crossroads Community Theatre presents: “Christmas Belles” 7pm November 11^th & 12^th, 18^th & 19^th 7pm WOWSPACE, 114 Vinal St. (downtown), Wittenberg. A southern-fried yuletide comedy by  Jones, Hope and Wooten! Show starts at 7pm. $10 per ticket. – Tickets available by stopping by the Wittenberg Enterprise & Birnamwood News or by calling 715-253-3525.

Craft Fairs in Merrill November 12^th Times vary at each location. Start your Christmas Shopping early! Find the craft item for everyone. Make a stop at all the different locations in Merrill. Bell Tower Residence, 1500 O’ Day St., Ministry Good Samaritan Hospital 601 S. Center Ave., Les and Jim’s Lincoln Lanes, 1208 N Center Ave., Fall Extravaganza at the New Testament Church, N2519 Cty. Rd. K, 9am to 3pm.

Pancake & Porky Breakfast November 12^th 8am The Sandbar, W5045 Resort Rd., Shawano.

The “Park” Antique Sale & Show November 12-13^th Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 10am-4pm Marathon Park, East Gate Hall, 1201 Stewart Ave. Wausau. See the simple to the elegant at 35 select booths selling a variety of antiques, vintage finds & eclectic designs from 1880 to mid-century. There will be a clock repairer on side & the door prize is a $50 gift certificate! Free parking and lunch is available. Admission is $4.50, under 16 is free. For more information, please call 715-355-5144 or go to www.antiqueshowsinwis.com.

Merry Mielke Craft Fair November 12^th 9am-3pm Mielke Arts Center, N5649 Airport Road, Shawano. For more information, please call 715-526-2525  or go to www.shawanoarts.com.

6th Annual Fall Extravaganza Expo November 12^th 9am-3pm N2519 Hwy K, Merrill. Craft and vendor show. Many handmade items, baked goods, independent distributors, raffle and concessions. Come pick some great Christmas gifts and buy lunch. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit His Hands Extended Food Pantry. For more information, please call 715-536-8554.

Introduction to Photography Classes November 12^th 10-11:30am Antigo Public Library, 617 Clermont Street, Antigo. Local professional photographer Craig Pilecky is offering three classes to those who wish to learn the elements of beginning photography. Class dates are the following Saturdays: Nov. 5, 12, and 19 from 10-11:30 a.m. in the library’s McGinley Room. This is an introduction to DSLR & Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Photography. This is not geared to cell phone cameras. The classes include: Nov. 5 – Help choosing a camera; understanding aperture, ISO, shutter speed & focal length; Shooting in aperture priority & manual mode. Nov. 12 – Portraiture with a flash and without. Nov. 19 – Landscape – composition & perspective. Maximum class size is 8 individuals. You can sign up by calling the library at 715-623-3724 or by emailing Cynthia Taylor, Director. These classes are free!

Holiday Bazaar November 12^th 10am-1pm Calvary Lutheran Church, 310 South Superior St., Antigo. Calvary Lutheran Church is holding their annual Holiday Bazaar. There will be cakes, bakery, crafts and a tasty lunch. Come see what Calvary Lutheran Church Women’s Group has going this year. For more information, please call 715-623-3102.

Ladies Night Out “Shop ‘Till You Drop” November 12^th 1-7pm North Star Lanes, 400 Prosser Place, Antigo. Come & pamper yourself with an afternoon of chocolate, wine & shopping! Spoil yourself with beautiful jewelry, the right shade of lipstick, the perfect handbag, candles & kitchen gadgets. Make this your one stop for holiday shopping!  Wrap up the evening with a complementary chair massage & spinal check-up. Bring a friend with you for a second chance to win our grand prize give away worth $300! 50/50 raffle. For more information, please call Meghan at 715-623-5481.

Benefit for the Uttecht Family November 12^th 2-10pm Smitty’s Bar, 827 5^th Ave., Antigo. Dart tournament. $15 entry fee – $10 to pay out, $5 to family. 50/50 raffle, bucket raffles, plus much, much more. The Uttecht family was unexpectedly hit with a medical emergency involving their young daughter Kolbie. As a result, the family has suffered a huge financial burden that they were not prepared for. Let’s rally together and support this family in their time of need in helping them financially get back on their feet and ease their burden. If you have questions and would like to donate, please call or message Mike Meidl at 715-219-1980 or Judy Rowe at 920-634-6798.

Rhinelander Community Band Fall Concert November 12^th 2-4pm James Williams Middle School, 915 Acacia Ln, Rhinelander.

Scavenger Hunt November 12^th 3pm Birch Hills/My Bar, 16688 Nicolet Rd., Townsend. Join in the fun! 4-person teams, $20 per team 100% PAYBACK! Registration starts at 3pm with the ‘HUNT” beginning at 4pm and finishing at 9pm at My Bar. Karaoke after the hunt!  For more information, please call Dawn Herlache at 715-276-6195.

Hunter’s Ball November 12^th 6pm Gleason Community Club, N 5335 State Hwy 17, Gleason.

Annual Soup Dinner November 13^th 11am-2pm St. Joseph Holy Family Parish, W7365 State Hwy 47, Phlox. 3-4 delicious soups with all the trimmings. For more information, please call 715-351-0604.

Boys & Girls Club of Langlade County Family Night November 14^th 5:30-7:30pm Boys & Girls Club of Langlade County, 411 Superior Street, Antigo. For more information, please call 715-627-1389.

*Meetings*

Economic Development Committee Meeting November 7^th 6pm City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.

Antigo Optimist Club Meeting November 8^th 12-1pm North Star Lanes, 400 Prosser Place, Antigo.

Antigo Kiwanis Club Meeting November 8^th Noon The Refuge Restaurant, 410 Hwy. 64, Antigo. New members are welcome.

Langlade County Senior Club November 8^th 1:30-3pm Antigo Public Library, 617 Clermont St., Antigo. At the meeting, our guest will be Brad Hendricks, Director of Emergency Management for Langlade County, speaking on our Emergency Alerts and Information System through the Everbridge system. Please call Doug at 715-623-2253 if you have any questions.

Triple R Riding Club Meeting November 8^th 7pm Vickie & the Vets, 1216 Elm St., Antigo.

Paul Bunyan Riders Snowmobile Club Meeting November 8^th 7pm Pour Haus, Hwy. 32, Lakewood.

Northwood’s Networking Group November 9^th 11:45am-1pm Sweet Thyme, 610 Century Ave., Antigo. Northwood’s Networking Group’s mission is to provide support, education & networking opportunities for all aspects of business & industries. For more information, call 715-547-0264.

City Council Meeting November 9^th 6pm City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.

Langlade County Humane Society Membership Meeting November 10^th 6pm Langlade Co. Safety Building, 840 Clermont St., Antigo.

Park, Cemetery & Recreation Commission Meeting November 14^th 5:30pm City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.

Groups*

Baby & Me Group November 7^th & November 14^th 1:00pm-2:00pm. Langlade Hospital, 112 East Fifth Avenue, Antigo. Langlade Birthing Center, second floor of the hospital. Facilitator: RN/International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. For more information please call 715-623-9280. No fee.

Eating Disorders Support Group November 9^th 6:00pm-7:00pm. Meets at AVAIL Center in Antigo. Please call 715-623-5177 for more information.

AA Support Group (Open) November 10^th & November 12^th 7:00pm. Langlade Hospital, 112 East Fifth Avenue, Antigo. Langlade Hospital Conference Room 1022, adjacent to Chapel in the new hospital. Thursdays & Saturdays.

Narcotics Anonymous November 11^th 7:00pm. Langlade Hospital, 112 East Fifth Avenue, Antigo. Langlade Hospital Conference Room 1022, adjacent to Chapel in the Langlade Hospital.

AL-ANON Meeting November 7^th & November 14^th 1:30pm. Antigo Community Church – Quest Center – Room 1, 723 Deleglise Street, Antigo. Mondays at 1:30pm

Overeaters Anonymous November 7^th & November 14^th 7:00pm. St. Mary & Hyacinth Parish Center, Room 4, 819 3rd Avenue, Antigo. Mondays at 7:00pm.

Weight Watchers Meetings November 8^th 6:45am Langlade County Board Room, Safety Building 840 Clermont St., Antigo & 5:30pm United Methodist Church, 2034 5^th Ave., Antigo.

T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Support Group November 10^th 5pm Steffen Memorial Home, 503 5^th Ave., Antigo.

Compassionate Friends-Antigo Chapter November 9^th 7pm Langlade Hospital, 112 East Fifth Avenue, Antigo. This is support group which is open to the public and assists families who have lost a child.  Meetings are held monthly on the 2nd Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at Langlade Hospital/Conference Room 1021 (behind the chapel). For more information, please email: [email protected].