🍲🥣 Soup on Fridays
Shawano County Library 128 South Sawyer Street, Shawano, WI, United StatesStop by the Shawano Library on Fridays in January for a free cup of soup. We start serving at 11:30 am and serve until the soup is gone.
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Stop by the Shawano Library on Fridays in January for a free cup of soup. We start serving at 11:30 am and serve until the soup is gone.
Bring a craft or project to work on while visiting with your neighbors!Fridays January through May 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMNo registration is required. We can’t wait to see what you’re working on!Food and drink are welcome.Clean-up is just like at home. If you make a mess, clean it up. Ask for cleaning supplies when […]
This is the Manawa Cowboys Football and Cheer Program’s second year of hosting the Manawa Cowboys Fisheree; formally known as the Fishing for Freedom Fisheree. Please come out and support […]
Join us on Saturday, January 24th for Fleet Farm’s FREE Hot Cocoa Bar! ☕ Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a nice hot cup of cocoa with tasty toppings and […]
This Hike Has Been Rescheduled to January 31st due to weather (1/19/2026) Shawano Pathways will be hosting five winter hikes in 2026. Hikes are free (donations appreciated) and all are […]
Starting December 14th through April 19. 2026, join us every Sunday 2p-3p at the Observation Building for our Awesome Ambassador program!Learn about the Wildlife Sanctuary’s awesome ambassadors! This fun program allows visitors to get up close with the animals and talk with the animal care staff. Bring your camera! Buy some corn to feed the […]
Sanctuary Storytime at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary is awesome!Pre-registration is required by calling (920) 391-3677.Ms. Jody is excited to see everyone on Mondays 10am-11am.Held in the lower level of the Nature Center.Join Ms. Jody for a story and a simple craft/activity geared towards preschoolers. Adult remains with child.Here are the upcoming topics:12/22 Great horned Owl12/29 […]
An event for babies! Come, play, learn and grow together! Activities include:
NEW DAY AND TIME! Bring the little ones to the library for a story, a song, and a fun craft!
HEY DUDES! You’re invited to join us for our January Dudes & T.A.C.O.S. “OFF THE GRID” event Dudes will get to hear a testimony from Ryan Baudhuin about his experiences after returning home from combat and his focus on Veteran’s advocacy! This is a FREE event with FREE food and FREE bowling! Learn more about […]
Join us for Breakfast and stories: Special Guest: Nathan Bond (American Legion Department (State) Commander Veterans eat FREE – Guests $12
Join us for breakfast and conversation! All Veterans are invited to attend! Breakfast is FREE for Veterans Due to construction: Parking is available behind Spirits
Join Miss Kelly for drop-in playgroup! Storytime, free play, snack, music, fun activities!
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Bring your favorite book, find your next read! For kids ages 12-18
Stop by the Shawano Library on Fridays in January for a free cup of soup. We start serving at 11:30 am and serve until the soup is gone.
Bring a craft or project to work on while visiting with your neighbors!Fridays January through May 2:00 PM to 4:00 PMNo registration is required. We can’t wait to see what you’re working on!Food and drink are welcome.Clean-up is just like at home. If you make a mess, clean it up. Ask for cleaning supplies when […]
Beat the winter blues with a soup swap! Join us in sampling some delicious soups and share your own favorite recipe. Registration is required and your soup contribution is our ticket to enter. Call (715.754.5368) or stop in to register
Beat the Cabin Fever with an Old-Time Barn Dance! Lace up those dancing shoes or just come and listen! Music and Instruction provided by Pat Wiley and John Wilson Traditional American Barn Dance (square dancing style)No experience needed – All dances called and taught on the spot by expert caller John Wilson Live fiddle and […]
Celebrate the Bald Eagle at 1000 Islands! Enjoy a live Bald Eagle presentation by the National Eagle Center, proudly sponsored by the Friends of 1000 Islands. Explore our outdoor viewing sites to try spotting an eagle in the wild and take part in engaging, hands-on activities.Highlights include:- A special edition Storybook Walk presented by Kaukauna […]
Do you like to puzzle? Are you fast? Grab some friends and sign up for our next Speed Puzzle Contest!Teams of up to four people will compete to see who can complete a 500 piece puzzle the fastest. First and second place teams will receive a prize!Advanced Registration is required. Call the library at 715-823-4563 […]
The first in our new series of educational programs, we will hear from Bil Draves, raptor educator! We’ll learn about falconry, the history of falconry in medieval times, and raptor conservation. “Aldora” the peregrine falcon will be joining Bil!To make the visit even more special, we will be enjoying charcuterie from Gouda Life!We are so […]
No registration or admission fees! Throw on your cold-weather clothes and experience the beauty of winter with us! Enjoy some free, family-fun and spend some time outdoors. Featured Activities Include:
This Hike Has Been Rescheduled from January 24th due to weather (1/19/2026) Shawano Pathways will be hosting five winter hikes in 2026. Hikes are free (donations appreciated) and all are […]
Shawano Pathways will be hosting five winter hikes in 2026. Hikes are free (donations appreciated) and all are encouraged to participate. **Note** – Product links below are affiliate links. Note: […]

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