Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families

Library Board Buildings and Grounds Committee
2026-02-24 18:15 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Wisconsin

AA Meeting
2026-02-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Clintonville United Methodist Church, 13th Street 24, Clintonville, Wisconsin, 54929, United States

🛍 Shop Small Support Local
2026-02-25 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-02-28 00:00 - 23:59 | Wisconsin
We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide! Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier.

As a hockey family, knowing who is open after games and practices, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal)

We know a lot of people love to support their local businesses, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory.

We have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them, will also help our small business. (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.)

Plant Therapy

Amazon

Think Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide

Try The World –

Really Good Stuff

mSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?

Mud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffered consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off) I’ve recently added the Hot Cocoa and Nourish.

Zenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs.

Ting Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case, I just used an old phone.) For more details, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.

Gabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez

Purchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses, keep our lights on, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers, and sponsors.

We are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.

Mabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats, shoes, hats, water bottles, jackets, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.

The funds earned through the fundraisers will be split. Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades, community events, giveaways, and business expenses.

We will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check)

If you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners. We can accept cash, Square, or Venmo.

One of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products.

These are a few of my favorite products. This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season. It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils.

If you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available, we do still have them, but you’ll need to make an appointment.

These are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30.The links, images, and QR codes below are also affiliate links, so we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases

Links: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock

ICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window.

Here are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll love the water bottle and Beef Jerky below.

Links: Green XL Stanley, White Travel Mug, “Green” Air Purifier, Electronic Air Purifier, Charger Water Bottle, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.), Pan Cam, V4:

Links: Emergency Radio, Charger

Venmo

Square

Buy Me A Coffee

Link to other contribution options

Links: Beef Jerky Gift Cards, Boba Tea Kits, Cordless Table Lamps

Game Day Shirts, School Spirit/Halloween Flannel , All Things Halloween, Tie-Dye Hoodies, Magnetic, Motion Sensor, rechargeable lights, Grinch Style Hoodie, portable rechargeable handwarmers, Inflatable Halloween Costume, Emotional Support Dumpster Fire, Dumpster Fire Socks

Portable rechargeable handwarmers with light🎄🎁 Holiday Family Pajamas

👚 Ugly Sweater Ideas

Christmas Ornament Kits for all ages and abilitiesWinter Vehicle Prep and rechargeable handwarmersRechargeable “Night” LightsStocking Stuffer IdeaPocket-Sized Ice ScraperSnow Sleds – Check out the comments for a few more optionsMy Household EssentialsMy Favorites for Winter TravelingDoor County Winter Movie

Additional Options Available

Waupaca County Board of Health Committee
2026-02-25 08:15 - 09:15 | FVTC – Waupaca, 1979 Godfrey Dr, Waupaca, Wisconsin, United States
Waupaca County Board of Health BOH Agenda Amended 2.25.26

Waupaca County Board of Health BOH Agenda Amended 2.25.26

NEW Zoo Winter Hours and 1/2 Off Admission
2026-02-25 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-27 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-28 09:00 - 16:00 | NEW Zoo & Adventure Park, Reforestation Road 4378, Green Bay, WI, 54313, United States
The NEW Zoo & Adventure Park Winter Hours of Operation. The NEW Zoo will be open daily (including on all holidays!) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the Neil Anderson Canopy Tour will also be open daily starting at 9:00 a.m. The Adventure Park’s Ropes Course, Ziplines, Climbing Wall, and Kids Kourse will be closed for the season, but groups can schedule private experiences through advanced reservations. Fat tire bikes are also available to rent through the Adventure Park’s Base Camp building, with ski and snowshoe rentals coming as soon as conditions allow.

Although Zoo hours are shortened, there’s no shortage of fun things to do on your next visit! Many animals are more active in cooler weather compared to in the heat of summer, so this is a great time of year to enjoy the Zoo. We’re excited to share that our popular zookeeper-led VIP Experiences will continue throughout the winter, too!

1/2 Price Admissions through February (Must purchase tickets in-person for discounted rates)

FAQ and additional details

👶📚 Babygarten
2026-02-25 09:30 - 10:30 | New London Public Library, 406 S Pearl St, New London, Wisconsin, 54961, United States
A time for caregivers and infants to enjoy rhymes, songs and a few stories together. Followed by social playtime for the little ones.

Drop In Playgroup
2026-02-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Marion Public Library, North Main Street 120, Marion, Wisconsin, 54950, United States
Join Miss Kelly for drop-in playgroup!

Storytime, free play, snack, music, fun activities!

📚👶 Storytime Stay & Play
2026-02-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Sturm Memorial Library, North Bridge Street 130, Manawa, Wisconsin, 54949, United States
A short storytime with picture books, rhymes, songs, and activities for children ages 0-5.After storytime, stay and play!We’ll provide toys and activities for children and their grownups to meet and interact.

Wisconsin Open Enrollment Application Deadline
2026-02-26 00:00 - 23:59 | Wisconsin
The Public School Open Enrollment period is open!Fill out the form for alternative in-person public school options and also virtual and virtual hybrid partnership school options.

Find the form and FAQ here: https://dpi.wi.gov/open-enrollment

What is Open Enrollment?

The inter-district public school open enrollment program allows parents to apply for their children to attend public school in a school district other than the one in which they reside.

Who can apply?

Any Wisconsin resident in 4K to grade 12 may apply to attend a nonresident school district under the open enrollment program. However, a child may transfer to a nonresident school district for early childhood education or 4K only if the child’s resident school district offers the same type of program and only if the child is eligible for that program in the resident school district.

There was a question a while back regarding open-enrollment.

According to the WI DPI, these are the only acceptable reasons a resident district can deny an open-enrollment request.

Please note that it does not say “too many students have applied to out-of-district schools”. It also doesn’t allow attendance records at the resident school to determine open-enrollment status to an out-of-district school.

This is just for Open Enrollment, this does not include the School Voucher Programs.

Deadline for Open Enrollment (public school) is April 30th

Deadline for School Choice (private school) is April 17th.

I also found out that there is a non-profit organization advocating for Virtual and Open-enrollment students. It’s called Parents for School Options. https://www.parentsforschooloptions.org/

Open Enrollment: https://sms.dpi.wi.gov/OEParent/faqs.aspx

Info for the Wisconsin School Choice program can be found here: https://schoolchoicewi.org/school-choice-faqs/

Virtual School Options for Wisconsin Families

AA Meeting
2026-02-26 09:30 - 10:30 | Hope Community Church, Tristan Drive 302, Shawano, Wisconsin, 54166, United States

Lego Club
2026-02-26 15:15 - 16:30 | Marion Public Library, North Main Street 120, Marion, Wisconsin, 54950, United States
Join us every month for Lego Club! We’ll be meeting in the lower level!

Kids under 8 will need to bring an adult.

Clintonville Public Works Committee Meeting
2026-02-26 15:45 - 17:00 | Clintonville Community Center, South Main Street 30, Clintonville, Wisconsin, 54929, United States
Clintonville Public Works Committee Meeting Agenda 2-26-2026

Clintonville Public Work Committee Agenda Packet 2-26-2026

Previous Meetings

All Clintonville Council/Committee Meetings

Meeting Recordings

Sam25 Free Health Clinic
2026-02-26 16:00 - 20:00 | Sam25, East Richmond Street 105, Shawano, WI, 54166, United States
Doctors Available every week

FREE Healthcare

Video Counseling Available

Help Finding Health Insurance

Walk-Ins Welcome

ID or Documention NOT required

For those uninsured or living near the poverty level

FREE COMMUNITY MEAL
2026-02-26 17:00 - 18:30 | Mattoon-Antigo Church of the Nazarene – Birnamwood, N10399 County Rd D, Birnamwood, Wisconsin, United States
FREE COMMUNITY MEALMattoon Church of the NazareneFebruary 26 5:00 pm to 6:30 pmCome join us as we serve up breakfast for dinner,With eggs, hash browns, biscuits and gravy.Everyone is welcome,come and bring your friends and neighbors. We look forward to serving you!

Winter Farmers Market
2026-02-27 09:30 - 13:30 | College of Menominee Nation, Wisconsin 47 N 172, Keshena, Wisconsin, 54135, United States
We have a great lineup of vendors featuring local maple syrup, Christine’s salsa, Bill’s honey, and more. You’ll also find a wonderful selection of handmade jewelry, woodcraft items, and beading supplies.

From 10:00 AM until they sell out, Menominee High School students will have a booth set up to raise funds for their upcoming trip to the Crow Canyon Archaeological Field School in Mesa Verde this spring. Please consider stopping by to support their travel efforts and help them reach their fundraising goal.

Starting at 11:00 AM, we are excited to welcome a new vendor, Sunnie’s Fry Bread by Phylly’s, just in time for lunch!

Campus Map

Community Craft Connection
2026-02-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Sturm Memorial Library, North Bridge Street 130, Manawa, Wisconsin, 54949, United States
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 needed.If the meeting room is needed for another library purpose, space for the Community Craft Connection will be provided in the magazine area.Community Craft Connection is self-directed. Librarians will be in the building but not leading this group.

Light Up the Night - Torchlight Ski / Snowshoe #3
2026-02-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Navarino Nature Center, Lindsten Road W5646, Shiocton, WI, 54170, United States
Snowshoe or ski the one mile loop from the nature center across the boardwalk and back by the light of the stars, moon, torch light, and lights. (Weather dependent – Call in advance). Event cancellation would occur if extreme temperatures or unsafe travel conditions are forecasted. If trail conditions do not allow for skiing or snowshoeing, then this event turns into a hike. We are also collecting for the Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry at this event so if you would like to make a non-perishable food donation, we will be collecting as well. Donations & Payments will be collected inside. Some suggested donations that the food pantry needs: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Spaghetti Sauce, Jell-O, Pudding, Ketchup, Mustard, and Ramen Noodles.

Winter Farmers Market - Stevens Point
2026-02-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Boys and Girls Club- Stevens Point, 941 Michigan Ave, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States
Join us for Brunch and Shopping!Brunch is a hot meal made with fresh ingredients by local farmers. You can grab-n-go or stay and eat with us.

The farmers market features Local Farmers, Makers, Producers, Local Businesses, Unique Shopping Experiences and MORE!

Who can’t wait for fresh greens?? Or missing blueberries? Live Music may be playing. Vendors change each week.

EBT and debit/credit is accepted

🧑‍🌾🧅🍞 Wausau Winter Market
2026-02-28 09:00 - 12:00 | John Marshall Elementary School, 1918 Lamont St, Wausau, Wisconsin, 54403, United States
Come to the Indoor Winter Farmers Market.

Mushrooms, Fresh Greens via Aquaponics, Blueberries, honey, coffee, fresh bakery, pastries, meat, eggs, cheese, vegetables, Brunch and MORE!

Things to Know Before you go – There is a $2 fee for any debit/credit transaction.

For more information

4th Annual Give Kids A Smile
2026-02-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Walsh Dental Group, 657 N Main St, Shawano, Wisconsin, 54166, United States
Join us for our fourth annual Give Kids A Smile event hosted by members of the Shawano County Dental Society. This event is a FIRST COME and FIRST SERVED event for children ages 6 – 14. NO INSURANCE REQUIRED! FREE DENTAL SCREENINGS AND TREATMENT! At this event, children are screened for dental needs and treatment then are given the option for SAME DAY TREATMENT. Options for dental treatment that are available are: dental cleanings/prophylaxis, fluoride varnish applications. dental sealants, fillings and extractions. Parent/guardian needs to be present at time of screening and stay at location/building for ENTIRE procedure/treatment. Questions? Call 715-524-2581 and ask for the event coordinator Dr. Scarlett Young

Indoor Farmers Market
2026-02-28 09:00 - 13:00 | The Indian Crossing Casino, E1171 County Q, Waupaca, Wisconsin, 54981, United States
Join us for our Post-Holiday Indoor Farmers Market!Shop local from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, sip on a cocktail or mocktail, and enjoy brunch with a beautiful view of frozen Columbia Lake.Browse baked goods, handmade crafts, and more—then settle in and enjoy your Saturday with us!

Manawa Snodeo
2026-02-28 09:00 - 16:00 | Bear Lake Resort, State Road 22 110 N4715, Manawa, Wisconsin, 54949, United States

🐊Doc's Zoo - Alligator Feeding
2026-02-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Doc’s Harley-Davidson, Wisconsin 29 w2709, Bonduel, WI, 54107, United States
Come on out and visit Doc’s Zoo! Alligators get fed every Saturday at 11am (sharp). You’ll want to get there early enough to park and find your spot. Leave enough time to wander around the zoo and see ALL the amazing animals. If you run early – check out Doc’s Amazing Breakfast at Doc’s Timeline Saloon served from 7-11.

Be sure to visit the indoor and outdoor animals. If you have older kids, be sure to check out Doc’s Museum as well.
