Community Calendar for 10/4/21 to 10/11/21

*Community Events*
Antigo Area Community Food Pantry October 6th 11am-1pm (Wed.) & October 8th 1pm-3pm (Fri.), 2120 Progress Blvd., Antigo (715) 623-1103. We ask that all individuals wishing to use the Food Pantry wait in cars, or outside and a volunteer will provide direction as to service. Our monthly donation focus October will be Holiday fixings: Cranberry sauce, gravy, boxed stuffing, pineapple (in juice). For more information, go to: https://www.loc8nearme.com/wisconsin/antigo/antigo-area-community-food-pantry/2694960/
Elcho Area Community Food Pantry October 4th & October 11th 2:30-4:30pm (Mon.), October 6th 4-6pm (Wed.), 11224 Antigo St., Elcho. Individuals will receive a checklist of food items and can indicate their selections then submit the list. Food will be distributed based on availability and # of family members. Note that the pantry is not open on holidays, or on days when the schools are closed because of snow. (715) 275-5010.
AVA Autumn’s Blessings Art Show September 22nd – November 18th 10am-4pm Langlade County Historical Society Museum, 404 Superior St., Antigo. AVA Autumn’s Blessings Art Show will be held in the AVA Gallery located in the Antigo/Langlade County Historical Society Museum. The art gallery is open when the museum is open. September Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday 10am to 4pm. Winter hours start in October. Winter hours are Thursday through Saturday 10am to 4pm. Stop by and browse the gallery. For more information, go to https://www.antigovisualarts.org/
Coffee and Conversation at the Senior Center of Langlade County October 4th – October 8th (Mon.-Fri.) 9-11am Langlade County Senior Center, 904 5th Ave., Antigo.
Mah Jong at the Langlade County Senior Center October 4th & October 11th 1-4pm Langlade County Senior Center, 904 5th Ave., Antigo.
ID Theft – Protect & Prevention October 5th 2-3pm Antigo Public Library, 617 Clermont St., Antigo. Learn to identify and prevent identity theft. Receive practical tips for safeguarding personal and financial information and learn how to spot the red flags before you fall for a scam. For more information, please call 715-623-3724.
Owl-O-Ween Tours October 5th (Tuesdays in Oct. & select Fridays & Saturdays) 4:30-6pm Raptor Education Group, Inc., N2160 W. Rollwood Rd., Antigo. Trick-or-treat yourself during the month of October and meet some of Wisconsin’s most secretive creatures of the night! Discover the folklore, myths, and legends that associate owls, crows, and vultures with this spooky time of year! Come early and paint pumpkins with us and enjoy warm apple cider and hot cocoa! $12 per Adult and $8 per child 12 & under. 4:30pm-5pm: Pumpkin Painting (optional), 5-6pm: Owl-O-Ween tour. Pre-registration REQUIRED! Register Online at https://www.raptoreducationgroup.org/tour-schedule or call 715-623-2563.
Wine in the Leaves October 6th 9am-5pm Maple Hills Golf Course, N6621 Cardinal Lane, Wittenberg. Ladies 2-person scramble, shotgun 9 a.m., $60 per person includes 18 holes, cart and late lunch, age divisions 21-54 and 55+, wine tasting on the course, Reserve by calling 715-253-2448
Knitting & Crocheting at the Langlade County Senior Center October 6th 10-11:30am Langlade County Senior Center, 904 5th Ave., Antigo.
Bingo at the Langlade County Senior Center October 6th 1-2:30pm Langlade County Senior Center, 904 5th Ave., Antigo.
Senior Center of Langlade County Cards, Cribbage and Dominoes October 7th 1-4pm Langlade County Senior Center, 904 5th Ave., Antigo.
Stone Soup Band at the Senior Center October 8th 2-4pm Langlade County Senior Center, 904 5th Ave., Antigo.
Elcho Community Pavilion Chicken & Fish Dinner October 8th 4pm Elcho Community Pavilion, N11283 Dorr St., Elcho. Chicken & Fish (broiled fish and fried chicken), potatoes, coleslaw, and custard. Bar opens at 4:00 pm. Serving food at 5pm. Open to the public, everyone is welcome. Menu items are subject to change or substitutions. For more information, call 715-610-1888.
Crossroads Community Theater Presents – Eat, Drink & Be Murdered (An Irish Family Feud) October 8th & 9th 6:30pm doors open. October 15th & 16th 7pm.The WOWSPACE, 114 Vinal St., Wittenberg. Advance tickets only. Tickets are $12 per person. Available from cast members, Hanke’s Sentry Foods or by calling 715-253-3525.
Go For It Quad & Bike Races – Round 6 October 9th 7am-7pm Go For It Raceway, N1696 Hwy. 45, Antigo. Go For It Raceway features both clay oval and clay TT tracks. The track is located just 4 miles south of Antigo on Hwy 45. The track is built in a valley offering great spectator views and features a concession stand with an assortment of food and beverages, including burgers, brats, hotdogs, and a wide variety of beverages. Go to https://www.goforitraceway.com/ for more information.
AutumnFest October 9th 9am-2pm Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 6205 Alderson St., Weston. Homemade items for sale will include: crafts for Thanksgiving & Christmas, pies, baked goods, pickles & salsa. Resale area of gently used clothing for $5 a bag.
1st Annual Elcho Fall Bzz-aar October 9th 10am-4pm Elcho Community Pavilion, N11283 Dorr Street, Elcho. Direct sales, vendors, and crafters. This will benefit the Elcho Historical Society. There will also be a raffle for gift baskets and a donation jar. Join us for Fall, Hornet style! Contact [email protected] or wildmanarts.com for more information.
*Meetings*
Economic Development Committee Meeting October 4th 6pm City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.
City Plan Commission Meeting October 5th 6pm City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.
City of Antigo Park, Cemetery & Recreation Commission Meeting October 11th 5:30pm City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.
*Groups*
AA Support Group (Open) October 6th, October 10th (Weds. & Suns.) 7:00pm 1005 Fifth Avenue, Antigo.
Narcotics Anonymous October 4th, October 5th, October 8th & October 9th (Mon., Tues., Fris., Sats.) 7:00pm 1005 Fifth Avenue, Antigo.
Overeaters Anonymous October 4th & October 11th (Mondays) 7-8pm SS. Mary & Hyacinth Parish Center, Room #4, 819 Third Avenue, Antigo. Contact: Rose Marie, 715-623-2128.
Healthy Respect Support Group October 5th 10:30am-Noon AVAIL Shelter, Antigo. Please call or email if interested. Contact: Roberta Darling at 715-623-5177 or email: [email protected].
Griefshare Weekly Grief Support Group October 11th-December 20th (Mondays) 5-6:30pm Peace Lutheran Ministries, 300 Lincoln St., Antigo. Get help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. Griefshare is a special weekly seminar & support group designed to help you rebuild your life. We know that it hurts, and we want to help. In person: Enter Fellowship Hall through doors on 8th Ave.; Zoom/Online: pre-register, call office at 715-623-2200. Facilitators will be Pastor Dan Kohn & Sarah Stoehr.
Avail Outreach House October 6th 11am-2pm Avail Outreach House, 814 6th Ave., Antigo. Avail Outreach House is now open to the public every Wednesday from 11am-2pm. We have men’s, women’s, and kid’s clothing. We also have household items, bakery, and more. For more information, please call Jillian at 715-623-5177.
Kids Clubs at Antigo Community Church October 6th 6:30-7:30pm Antigo Community Church, 723 Deleglise St., Antigo. One Way is for students in grades K-2 and CrossTrainers is for grades 3-6! All are welcome to join in the fun games, songs, Bible stories, and small group time. We can’t wait to learn more about Jesus with everyone this year each Wednesday in the Quest Center! For more information, call 715-627-2805.
REALIFE Student Ministry October 6th 7:30-8:30pm Antigo Community Church, 723 Deleglise St., Antigo. REALIFE is designed to be a safe place where Junior & Senior High students (grades 7-12) can invite friends to come and be a part of a night filled with encouragement, fun, and fellowship. At REALIFE we will introduce students to the gospel and teach life application. We will play games, do ice-breakers, worship, teach, and interact in small group conversation. For more information, call 715-627-2805.
If you have an upcoming event or ongoing group activity that you would like to include, please email the information to [email protected].