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Sile Shigley to co-emcee Blue Ox Music Festival

Wisconsin Public Radio is teaming up with Blue Ox Music Festival this year, and Simply Folk’s host Sile Shigley will co-emcee the music festival with bass player from Pert Near Sandstone, Justin Bruhn. WPR will have an interactive booth where you can talk with music hosts, local staff, play engaging games, and collect some WPR […]

Mercer Open All Species Fishing Tournament

Mercer Open All Species Fishing Tournament

Liberty Way Tap House 4947 US Hwy 51, Mercer

Mercer, WI– The Mercer Area Chamber of Commerce has reinvented our Can-Yak Fishing Tournament by creating the Mercer Open All-Species Fishing Tournament on Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29, 2025. Event Host is Liberty Way Tap House Making the Can-Yak tournament one division that allows anglers fishing only in canoes and kayaks only. The […]

$55

46th Annual Cafe Hollander Otto Wenz Downer Classic

Historic Downer Avenue is home to one of the most famous urban criterium courses in the country. Global in reach and extremely local in flavor, The Cafe Hollander Otto Wenz Downer Classic hosted in partnership with the Tour of America’s Dairyland, promises to be one of the highlights of cycling in Wisconsin this summer. The […]

Free

Grow and Gather: Summer Foraging with Abbie Lehman

Explore Phoebe Point Trail and learn how to forage with our Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman. This class will begin by discussing foraging basics at the base of the trail. Then, we will embark on a moderate 1.1 mile loop through Phoebe Point to put our new knowledge to the test, identifying common summer wild edibles […]

$45

Pathways in Photography

Miners Memorial Heritage Park 771 E Ayer St, Ironwood

FRAME THE WORLD IN A WHOLE NEW WAY Pathways in Photography is an immersive, hands-on experience that invites participants to explore the art of photography through three unique workshops — all set within the natural beauty of the Miners Memorial Heritage Park. Led by experts from Emberlight’s photography team, these free workshops provide practical guidance, […]

Free

Great Lakes Invitational Art Fair

Twenty-one visual artists from around the United States have been invited to participate in the Great Lakes Invitational Art Fair, held in Kewaunee, Wisconsin and scheduled for June 28 and 29, 2025. These artists have been selected based on the quality of their work and commitment to a personal vision. They maintain rigorous studio practices, […]

Free

Free Farmers’ Market Organ Concert: T. Jared Stellmacher

Free concert, no need to RSVP! Take a detour after you shop at the Dane County Farmers’ Market for a free organ concert at 11am! We’re excited to feature organist T. Jared Stellmacher. T. Jared Stellmacher, native of Ripon, Wisconsin, is Director of Worship and Music at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Madison/Verona, WI […]

Free

Kettle Moraine Rough Riders Equestrian Drill Team Competition & Fundraiser

Join us on Saturday, June 28 at Klasse Equine LLC (9420 N. Berg Rd, Evansville, WI 53536) for an exciting day of equestrian performances and family-friendly fun as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Kettle Moraine Rough Riders. Watch over 125 riders and their horses from more than a dozen teams compete and perform […]

Free

Art in the Park

Art in the Park is sponsored by the Gogebic Community College Foundation, in memory of Alex Marciniak WHERE NATURE AND CREATIVITY COME TO LIFE Emberlight’s 2025 anniversary season begins on June 28 with the highly anticipated return of Art in the Park, a celebration of creativity, nature, and community. This year’s collection of original outdoor […]

Free

Seventh Fire Grand Opening and Blessing

The Seventh Fire was developed by the Beaumier Upper Peninsula Heritage Center at Northern Michigan University and premiered in October 2021 ————————————————————— THE FLAME IS LIT. THE STORIES BEGIN. Join us for the Opening Ceremony of The Seventh Fire: A Decolonizing Experience, a powerful moment of reflection, recognition, and renewal. Set within the heart of […]

Free

Percussion Family Concert (Free Admission)

A free concert showcasing energetic and innovative music from around the world, performed by student percussionists who spent the week immersed in Birch CreekÕs percussion programs.

FREE

The Seventh Fire: A Decolonizing Experience

The Seventh Fire was developed by the Beaumier Upper Peninsula Heritage Center at Northern Michigan University and premiered in October 2021 ————————————————————— A JOURNEY THROUGH HISTORY, RESILIENCE, AND REBIRTH The Seventh Fire: A Decolonizing Experience is a powerful exhibit that explores the ongoing process of decolonization through the lens of Anishinaabe history, culture, and identity. […]

Free

10th Anniversary Staying Put Block Party

Music, Games and Dancing for all ages! Burgers by Lion’s Club, drinks by Half Fast Brewing Co. 50/50 Raffle Drawing – ticket sales support Staying Put! Need a ride? Call 715-778-5800 to schedule a ride to/from the event.

Free

Dance Loud, Party Proud Silent Disco @ WDBC 6/28 5pm – 11pm

🌈 Dance Loud, Party Proud! 🌈 Celebrate the end of PRIDE with your friends at Working Draft and join us for a Pride-themed Silent Disco where the beats are bold and the love is louder than ever! 🎧✨ Three channels, one brewery dance floor, and unlimited vibes. Come dressed to express and celebrate pride in […]

$15.00

Dinner and a Show with Paddygrass

Mauthe Lake Recreation Area Picnic Shelter Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit, Campbellsport

Savor a delicious alfresco meal followed by great toe-tapping Celtic/folk music concert by Paddygrass starting at 7:00 pm. This is a fundraiser for the Friends of the Kettle Moraine to support projects within the Kettle Moraine State Forest – Northern Unit including the Ice Age Visitor Center Complex enhancements. Enjoy a tasty show special from […]

$5

GOTH PROM 2025

Crucible 3116 Commercial Ave, Madison

Get ready for Goth Prom 2025 at Crucible Madison! CausticMF and the Goth Barge crew are hard at work putting together some fantastic Prom décor for all you lovelies. Crucible Madison will have Spiked Punch on special and a Goth Prom photo backdrop for all your selfie delights. And at the stroke of Midnight, we’ll […]

$10