WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar

The public is invited to attend a poetry reading at 2 p.m., Sunday, October 13th at Drummond Public Library and Historical Museum, 14990 Superior Street in Drummond. Audience members first will be invited to share one or two short poems about any theme. Then regional poets published in the 2025 Wisconsin Poets (Desk) Calendar will […]

The Langlade County Historical Society and the Antigo Community Theatre have teamed up to offer a living history event with a Langlade County Cemetery Tour: “Presenting the Past with a Musical Twist”. The hour-long presentation is in the form of a walking tour through the Queen of Peace Cemeteries, with small audience groups led from […]

This year, on Indigenous Peoples Day, Raven Chacon, Shara Nova, and Carla Kihlstedt will join Present Music for a special event in the hand-dug Historic Miller Caves. Grammy-nominated indie singer/composer Shara Nova will perform her latest My Brightest Diamond songs with PM musicians. Composer Raven Chacon made his mark here in 2021 with his Pulitzer […]

Mercury specializes in DIY and home maintenance. She expertly teaches your audience all about unclogging drains, drywall repair, the best tools for your home toolbox, replacing an outlet, knowing your different types of plungers and augers, garbage disposal repair, and so much more! She also shares her life story as a trans woman to highlight […]

Big Sisters of Greater Racine is proud to announce its upcoming “Murder Mystery Dinner” fundraiser event. The event will take place at Infusino’s Banquet Hall, 3201 Rapids Drive., Racine.. Doors will open at 5:30 pm followed by dinner at 6:20 pm. The evening will also include 50/50, gift card raffles, and silent auction. All proceeds […]

Join Wisconsin author Liam Callanan as he takes the audience on a dynamic European tour through the pages of his most recent novel, When in Rome, and a very special audiovisual display. Building on the virtual tour, Callanan will discuss the important role of “place” in building a novel. More details: https://www.cvbookfest.org/festival-events/liam-callanan

Connect with other classical music lovers (and Halloween fans) ages 21-40 and enjoy an exclusive post-concert event in the Overture Center’s Promenade Hall. Meet musicians of the MSO, eat, drink, and dance with music courtesy of DJ Femme Noir! Tickets are $55 and include a Circle-level concert ticket and post-concert event access with food and […]

Want to find a new weekend escape? Or, maybe, get to know your state a little better? Develop a deeper appreciation for lesser-known destinations in Wisconsin with longtime travel author Mary Bergin. Bergin will share her selective guide to rural treasures and her affinity for small-town life in Wisconsin. More details: https://www.cvbookfest.org/festival-events/mary-bergin

Northwoods is a murder mystery that goes beyond the crime to explore themes of strength in the face of adversity. It’s a story that celebrates the resilience that blooms when individuals lean on each other, share burdens, and forge bonds that defy the darkest of circumstances. Join the author in a discussion about compassion and […]

Lee will share a brief history and overview of Hmong mythology and how she incorporated that into Pahua and the Soul Stealer and the overall importance of diverse characters and cultures within the literary landscape. Gain a fuller understanding and appreciation for stories from different cultures and their importance to all children. More details: https://www.cvbookfest.org/festival-events/lori-m-lee