Area Calendar
February 8th, 2023
Black River Area Chamber of Commerce / 10am-Noon
Join us on February 8th to learn how Jackson County’s new HUBZone designation can expand opportunities for your business! The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) are hosting a session to share information about how the HUBZone designation can benefit businesses in Jackson County by giving them an edge in competing for government contracts. Representatives from the Small Business Administration (SBA), WEDC Office of Rural Prosperity, and other regional resource providers will be joining the session. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how government contracting can be a reliable revenue stream and to meet with organizations who assist small businesses and entrepreneurs in Jackson County!Online / 1pm-2:30pm
The Small Business Development Center at UW-Stevens Point is offering a free virtual 2-part Grant Readiness Workshop that is geared towards organizations that support advancing rural Wisconsin community, small businesses and economic development. We hope you’ll take advantage of this offering. Register here: https://files.constantcontact.com/e77ab4a7201/3379ae8e-110a-468d-8fbb-0d8670a683fa.pdf?rdr=trueColby First United Church of Christ / 4pm-6pm
Public is welcome, free will donation.Sand Creek Brewing Company, Black River Falls / 5pm-7pm
February 9th, 2023
Wausau Public Library / 10am-11am
Celebrating all things Elephant and Piggie! We’ll read a variety of Gerald and Piggie books written by Mo Willems, followed by crafts and activities related to this favorite early reader book series. Free and open to all families. Call 715-261-7220 for more info.Online / 1pm-2:30pm
The Small Business Development Center at UW-Stevens Point is offering a free virtual 2-part Grant Readiness Workshop that is geared towards organizations that support advancing rural Wisconsin community, small businesses and economic development. We hope you’ll take advantage of this offering. Register here: https://files.constantcontact.com/e77ab4a7201/3379ae8e-110a-468d-8fbb-0d8670a683fa.pdf?rdr=trueUWSP, Stevens Point / 4pm
Marshfield Public Library, Online / 6pm
Marshfield Community Center / 6pm
Enjoy an evening learning how to draw with charcoal offered through the Parks and Recreation Department. Sign up for a class, call the office at 715-384-4642 or online to sign up for the class.UWSP, Marshfield / 7:30pm
Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased online at tickets.uwsp.edu, by calling 715-346-4100 or by visiting the Information and Tickets Office in the Dreyfus University Center in Stevens Point. Tickets are also available at each venue starting one hour prior to each performance.Loyal City Hall / 9:30am-10:30am
Teresa Hall will be instructing the classes. The suggested cost is $20.00, which is used to expand the program to other locations across Clark County. Scholarships available upon request. Strong Bodies is an evidence-based progressive strength-training program throughout the United States. Its goal is to improve the health and well-being of middle-aged and older adults by increasing access to structured, safe and effective strength training programs. Scientific research has demonstrated that exercise with weights will increase strength, muscle mass, and bone density in middle-aged and older adults. This will in turn, reduce the risk for numerous chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and arthritis. Come join us for the fun as we return to in-person classes across Clark County. For questions or to register, call the Clark County Extension office at 715-743-5121.February 10th, 2023
Neillsville Public Library / 10:30am-11am
Marshfield Public Library / 10am
Hatley Public Library / 10am-4pm
Kids can create their own unique snowflakes using pasta, paint and other supplies during a free craft event. All supplies provided. For more info, call 715-446-3537.Abbotsford Public Library / 6pm
UWSP, Stevens Point / 7:30pm
Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased online at tickets.uwsp.edu, by calling 715-346-4100 or by visiting the Information and Tickets Office in the Dreyfus University Center in Stevens Point. Tickets are also available at each venue starting one hour prior to each performance.UWSP, Stevens Point / 7:30pm
Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased online at tickets.uwsp.edu, by calling 715-346-4100 or by visiting the Information and Tickets Office in the Dreyfus University Center in Stevens Point. Tickets are also available at each venue starting one hour prior to each performance.Abbotsford Public Library / 7pm
Watching Strange World, registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult who stay for the movie. Snacks from home are allowed.February 11th, 2023
Wausau Public Library / 10am-11am
Do your kids love Elephant and Piggie? Hear a variety of Gerald and Piggie stories written by Mo Willems, followed by activities and craft-making! Free. For more info, call 715-261-7220.Rothschild Public Library / 11am-1pm
Children and their parents/caregivers can make jellyfish out of egg cartons and other craft supplies on. Free, with all supplies provided. For more info, call 715-359-6208.Marshfield Public Library / 1pm-3pm
Bring your sweetheart for some all-ages fun! Enjoy live music by Twain J, on or off the dance floor!Neillsville American Legion / 4pm-8pm
Tickets $22 in advance, $25 at the door.UWSP, Stevens Point / 6pm
UWSP, Stevens Point / 7:30pm
Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased online at tickets.uwsp.edu, by calling 715-346-4100 or by visiting the Information and Tickets Office in the Dreyfus University Center in Stevens Point. Tickets are also available at each venue starting one hour prior to each performance.February 12th, 2023
Marshfield Elks Club / 1:30pm
Doors open at noon!UWSP, Steven Point Planetarium / 2pm
Discover the secrets of the sun and see new images of its surface. The educational shows are free and open to the public, but donations are appreciated.UWSP, Wausau / 2pm
Tickets are $10 each and may be purchased online at tickets.uwsp.edu, by calling 715-346-4100 or by visiting the Information and Tickets Office in the Dreyfus University Center in Stevens Point. Tickets are also available at each venue starting one hour prior to each performance.February 13th, 2023
Aspirus Riverview Hospital, Wisconsin Rapids / 5:15pm-6:15pm
The meetings are free, and no registration is needed. The Cancer Caregiver’s Support Group Sharing Meeting is exclusively for caregivers of cancer patients. (Please no patients or guests.) Attendees will have the opportunity to share with and support one another. As a “sharing meeting,” there will not be a presentation. For more information about these meetings - or about cancer support group sharing meetings for men and women - please call Aspirus Cancer Care-Wisconsin Rapids at 715-421-7442.Marathon City Public Library / 5:45pm
Loyal City Hall / 9:30am-10:30am
Teresa Hall will be instructing the classes. The suggested cost is $20.00, which is used to expand the program to other locations across Clark County. Scholarships available upon request. Strong Bodies is an evidence-based progressive strength-training program throughout the United States. Its goal is to improve the health and well-being of middle-aged and older adults by increasing access to structured, safe and effective strength training programs. Scientific research has demonstrated that exercise with weights will increase strength, muscle mass, and bone density in middle-aged and older adults. This will in turn, reduce the risk for numerous chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and arthritis. Come join us for the fun as we return to in-person classes across Clark County. For questions or to register, call the Clark County Extension office at 715-743-5121.February 14th, 2023
Hatley Public Library / 1pm
Hatley Public Library / 2pm
Wausau Public Library / 4pm-5pm
Are you an upper-elementary or middle school-aged kid that loves Pokémon? Then attend the monthly Pokémon Club. The library offers different Pokémon activities each month, and you can play the card game with other kids, too! Free. Call 715-261-7220 for more info.Aspirus Riverview Hospital, Wisconsin Rapids / 5:15pm-6:15pm
The meetings are free, and no registration is needed. The Cancer Support Group Meeting is open to women, men, caregivers, and support persons. Each meeting features a guest speaker. For more information about these meetings - or about cancer support group sharing meetings for men and women - please call Aspirus Cancer Care-Wisconsin Rapids at 715-421-7442.Colby Lions Shelter / 6pm
Refreshments and food available.Abbotsford Public Library / 6pm
Hamus Park, Marshfield / 6pm-7:30pm
Join the Parks and Recreation Department every Tuesday in the month of February for Luminary Hikes. There will be food available and accessible hot chocolate. The Parks and Recreation are partnering with Mainstreet Marshfield by celebrating Cabin Fever month in February.Edgar Public Library / Noon
February 15th, 2023
C.A.M. Center, W8872 Pine Rd. Thorp, / 10:30am-3pm
Topics and speakers: Jim Arch, Clark County Land Conservation Update on the Eau Claire Watershed
Derek Schmidt, NRCS Clark County Update on NRCS programs
Richard Halopka, Clark County Agriculture Educator, Background and Crop Essential Nutrients
Dan Marzu, Central WI NPM Specialist, Soil testing, Crop Nutrient Recommendations based on A2809
Jamie Patton, UW NE WI NPM Outreach Specialist, Soil Health Basics.
Continuing Education Credits are available for Certified Crop Advisors.
This meeting will be very important for farmers in crop production and agriculture professionals.
Please register by February 10th as we need a meal count, there is no fee to attend.
If you have any questions, please contact Richard Halopka, Crops and Soils Educator, Clark County Extension, at 715-743-5121 or email richard.halopka@wisc.edu.