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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 […]
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 […]
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The American Marine & Motorsports 14th Annual In-House Boat Show is happening February 19–22, and it’s packed with excitement for everyone! Come see the latest boats and powersports, score incredible deals, enjoy food and drinks, play games, and take part in giveaways. Whether you’re looking to buy, browse, or just have some fun, there’s something […]
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: No RSVP is required. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes early. To save time, fill out the Annual Waiver online ahead of time. What […]
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 […]
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There are skates from little kid sizes to Adults. There are also skate helpers for the beginner skaters to practice.
Most Saturdays & Sundays (pending other ice related events).ice-related
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 […]
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 […]
An event for babies! Come, play, learn and grow together! Activities include:
Join us for some glow party fun. We will have snacks and games with blacklights and glowsticks.
We have a couple of Local Restaurants offering to let our Kids Eat FREE! Today is one of those days! Find all the details and a few more options here: ➡️ https://ruralnewfamilies.com/2024/01/24/restaurant-guide/
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