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Join us for a fun afternoon at the McKenzie Palace Theater and watch a movie for FREE when you bring a non-perishable food or personal care item donation for the Antigo Area Community Food Pantry.Movies are Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas & 2nd “Mystery” movie to be Announced. Movie showings will begin promptly […] |
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Join Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary for our free program EYES ON OWLS at the Observation Building! Get close up with our ambassador owls and ask about owls in your neighborhood, our R-PAWS program, or other wildlife concerns and questions!Please contact our Animal Care department at 920.391.3685 with questions.Hope to see you there!#BayBeachWildlifeSanctuary #EyesOnOwls |
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1 event,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 […] |
1 event,Fans and Those New to D and D are ALL welcome! Don’t know how to play, but want to learn? This is the place for you. Been playing for years, but need some friends to play with? This is the place for you too! Snacks will be provided
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We will have extended hours to help families who utilize Snuggled with a Hug Diaper Drive and Family Resource Night Open to the Public
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Flying Squirrels are common in Wisconsin, but their nocturnal habits keep them well hidden. Learn about these fascinating night creatures by getting upclose with our ambassadors! Meet at the Observation Building.FREE programDonations welcomed |
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Spend your Saturday morning with Waupaca County 4-H! All ages welcome to come learn more about this awesome program.
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The fun-loving otters at the Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary are a joy to observe. Join us for free at the Woodland Building Otter Exhibit to watch the training and enrichment activities that our staff performs with these friendly and playful creatures, Renee and Caesar. Call (920) 391-3685 with any questions. **Publishers Note:** If you decide […] |
1 event,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 […] |
3 events,We have Mini Golf in the Library!! Come wind your way through the books and aisles as you master our indoor mini golf course in our Children’s Department!
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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 […] Fans and Those New to D and D are ALL welcome! Don’t know how to play, but want to learn? This is the place for you. Been playing for years, but need some friends to play with? This is the place for you too! Snacks will be provided
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2 events,We have Mini Golf in the Library!! Come wind your way through the books and aisles as you master our indoor mini golf course in our Children’s Department!
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We’re starting 2026 a little differently at MMIB. For Quarter 1, we’re intentionally centering teen moms — holding space, offering community, and leading with compassion. This space is also open to moms who’ve been there before, want to support from a place of understanding, or know a teen mom who could benefit from this space. […]
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1 event,We have Mini Golf in the Library!! Come wind your way through the books and aisles as you master our indoor mini golf course in our Children’s Department!
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1 event,We have Mini Golf in the Library!! Come wind your way through the books and aisles as you master our indoor mini golf course in our Children’s Department!
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1 event,We have Mini Golf in the Library!! Come wind your way through the books and aisles as you master our indoor mini golf course in our Children’s Department!
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1 event,We have Mini Golf in the Library!! Come wind your way through the books and aisles as you master our indoor mini golf course in our Children’s Department!
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1 event,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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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/ Restaurants: We are currently having a Restaurant Week Sale! 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 […] Fans and Those New to D and D are ALL welcome! Don’t know how to play, but want to learn? This is the place for you. Been playing for years, but need some friends to play with? This is the place for you too! Snacks will be provided
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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/ Restaurants: We are currently having a Restaurant Week Sale! |
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Come join us for our Storytime program designed to get all kids excited about the outdoors.Storytime includes stories, crafts, outside fun, and more.Fee: $3 per child (Babies are welcomed)This Storytime topic is about Snowmen! Come dressed to be outside for part of Storytime! Hopefully we’ll be going sledding so bring your own sled if you […]
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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 our local youth program. 🙂 Due to Manawa not having the Mill Pond right now, the fishing tournament for this year will include the following […]
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Registration is required in case the class has to be cancelled due to poor conditions, weather, or enrollment. The registration makes sure that staff has a direct contact to keep you informed of changes.One hour Introduction to traditional cross-country skiing. Learn basic kick, glide, stopping, and turning. Then feel free to head out on our […]
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Please join us on Saturday January 24th from 9-12am for a family focused scholarship fundraiser at Hands On Deck.We’ll have a make and take for the kids, some how to’s about woodworking for adults, and we’ll be enjoying good snacks and drinks. Connect with our community in the shop! Ice cream cookies will be available […]
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Do you know that there is a porcupine den about every 1/4 mile on the wildlife area? Ever want to see a porcupine in the wild? This is your chance!Come and snowshoe through the woods and bog to the porcupine dens. Take a peek inside the dens and see porcupines up close if they are […] 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 encouraged to participate. **Note** – Product links below are affiliate links. Note: No RSVP is required. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes early. To […]
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1 event,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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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/ Restaurants: We are currently having a Restaurant Week Sale! 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 […] |
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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/ Restaurants: We are currently having a Restaurant Week Sale! |
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Join us for our Junior Investigators Homeschool Program designed for ages 6 to 12 happening on the 4th Wednesday of the month.If you enjoyed learning about a variety of topics at Storytime, then Junior Investigators Homeschool program is designed for those who have grown out of Storytime. We will explore a different topic each month […]
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Bring your favorite book, find your next read! For kids ages 12-18
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Come see real live raptors up close and learn how to protect wildlife in Wisconsin. This ticket is for a 1-hour educational program presented by Raptor Education Group, Inc. (REGI). Bonus: Hsu Growing Supply will adopt (fund) a bird for every 10 tickets sold, helping REGI care for even more birds. What is REGI? REGI is […]
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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 […]
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Registration is required in case the class has to be cancelled due to poor conditions, weather, or enrollment. The registration makes sure that staff has a direct contact to keep you informed of changes.One-hour Introduction to traditional cross-country skiing. Learn basic kick, glide, stopping, and turning. Then feel free to head out on our trails […]
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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:
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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 […]
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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 encouraged to participate. **Note** – Product links below are affiliate links. Note: No RSVP is required. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes early. To […]
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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 […]
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