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2026-01-06 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-01-08 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-01-10 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago) | 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

Chess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.

Hockey Monkey

Steve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale

Naturally Nestled

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

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 Scraper

🇺🇸🗳️ Spring Election Candidacy Paperwork is Due Today
2026-01-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Wisconsin
All Waupaca County Board Seats are up for re-election this year. Clintonville Residents – your representative that are up for reelection can be found here

All things election-related can be found here

We also have a political discussion group here

AA Meeting
2026-01-06 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-01-08 09:30 - 10:30 | Hope Community Church, Tristan Drive 302, Shawano, Wisconsin, 54166, United States

📚 Bonduel/Story Time
2026-01-06 10:30 - 11:00 | Bonduel Library, North Washington Street 125, Bonduel, WI, 54107, United States
NEW DAY AND TIME! Bring the little ones to the library for a story, a song, and a fun craft!

Sam25 Extended Hours Community Night
2026-01-06 16:00 - 18:30 | Sam25, East Richmond Street 105, Shawano, WI, 54166, United States
We will have extended hours to help families who utilize Snuggled with a Hug Diaper Drive and Family Resource Night

Resource information and referrals

Free Clothing

Walk-in Access

Open to the Public

AA Meeting
2026-01-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-07 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Clintonville United Methodist Church, 13th Street 24, Clintonville, Wisconsin, 54929, United States

Drop In Playgroup
2026-01-07 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!

Bingo
2026-01-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Marion Public Library, North Main Street 120, Marion, Wisconsin, 54950, United States
Come join us for Bingo and refreshments!

FREE Bingo and great prizes!

This is something for ALL ages!

Fantastic Flyers at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary Observation Building
2026-01-08 16:00 - 16:30 | Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, East Shore Drive 1660, Green Bay, WI, 54302, United States
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

🍲🥣 Soup on Fridays
2026-01-09 11:30 - 12:30 | Shawano County Library, 128 S Sawyer St, Shawano, WI 54166, USA, South Sawyer Street 128, Shawano, WI, 54166, United States
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.

Jan 2: Egg Roll Soup

Jan 9: Lasagna Soup

Jan 16: Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Jan 23: Sausage & Butternut Squash Soup

Jan 30: Split Pea and Ham Soup

Community Craft Connection
2026-01-09 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.

🏒⛸️Shawano Squirt Hockey Tournaments
2026-01-09 16:00 - 21:30, 2026-01-10 08:00 - 21:30 | Crawford Center, South Waukechon Street 251, Shawano, Wisconsin, 54166, United States
The 10-year old Hockey Players Take the Ice this weekend!

(Because of the Tournaments, no Open Skate on Saturday)

Teams playing:

Shawano

Janesville

Marinette

Copper Country

Waupaca

Middleton

DC Everest

Hayward

There are concessions and raffle baskets. (additional cost)

🛍 Shop Small Support Local
2026-01-10 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 MovieAmazon Lists

Ruby's Pantry - Clintonville
2026-01-10 08:00 - 10:30 | 600 S Main St, Clintonville, WI 54929, USA
Registration begins at 8:00amFood Bundles are available from 8a-10:30am

Cost $25/share of food – cash/exact change required

No income or residency requirements

Please make sure trunks are clear so food can be loaded directly into your trunk.

Follow FB page for food items available.

Arrive early for your spot in line when registration opens.

🐶🐈 Rabies Clinic
2026-01-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Dupont Town Hall, N11297 Town Hall Rd, Marion, Wisconsin, 54950, United States
Sponsored by Sunrise 4-H Club

Vaccines Offered:

Dogs:

Rabies

DHLPP

Lyme

Bordetella

Cats:

E-4 Leukemia

Rabies

Call Clintonville Hometown Vet for Costs and Questions: 715.318.9333

☃️ Snowman Snack N' Craft (At all Fleet Farm stores)
2026-01-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Fleet Farm – Clintonville, South Main Street 500, Clintonville, Wisconsin, 54929, United States
Join us at ANY Fleet Farm store on Saturday, January 10th from 9AM until noon for our special Snowman Snack N’ Craft event!Each participant will have the chance to create their own Snowman clothes pin craft, and Snowman snack mix!

This event is FREE and open to all ages, so bring your family and we’ll see you there!

🦙 Alpaca Llama Extravaganza
2026-01-10 09:00 - 13:00 | Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center, Gass Lake Road 7001, Manitowoc, WI, 54220, United States
Join us for our sixth annual Alpaca Llama Extravaganza! Taking place Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 9 AM–1 PM, this event offers up-close encounters with alpacas, llamas, and—NEW this year—rabbits.Thanks to our incredible partners, LondonDairy Alpaca Ranch and Black Frog Farm, families can spend time with the cousin species, snap photos, and enjoy hands-on animal fun. Learn the differences between the animals through trivia, matching games, and in-person interaction.🌟 NEW this year 🌟🦙 Alpaca feeding: This experience allows guests to go inside the alpaca pen for snuggles, personal interactions, and the chance to feed an alpaca grain. This behind-the-scenes opportunity will require an additional ticket ($5/person). Tickets will be sold at the front desk on a first-come, first-served basis.🐰 Rabbit hopping demonstration: Watch as rabbits skillfully hop through an obstacle course in an interactive rabbit hopping demonstration. After observing, visitors will have the opportunity to try rabbit hopping themselves! Local 4-H youth will be on hand at the event to guide this unique experience and answer questions.🧶 Drop spindle spinning demonstration: See how fiber from both alpacas and llamas can be spun into yarn and prepared for a variety of projects.All activities are included in the price of general admission.

Advance Tickets can be purchased here

Indoor Farmers Market
2026-01-10 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!

4-H Open House
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Waupaca Public Library, South Main Street 107, Waupaca, Wisconsin, 54981, United States
Spend your Saturday morning with Waupaca County 4-H! All ages welcome to come learn more about this awesome program.

Learn about Waupaca County 4-H

Try some projects

Find out about events

Complete some hands-on projects

🦦 Otter Odyssey at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary
2026-01-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, East Shore Drive 1660, Green Bay, WI, 54302, United States
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 to venture outside for a bit, it’s recommended to bring some cash for corn ($5/bag) for the geese and birds. (My kids were able to handfeed the birds the corn, but the birds can get a tad aggressive so if you have littles, be prepared.)

🥞 Pancake Breakfast
2026-01-11 07:30 - 10:30 | Holy Trinity Parish – Oconto, 300 Arbutus Ave, Oconto, Wisconsin, United States
Join the Knights of Columbus for a FREE Pancake Breakfast. (Good-will offerings accepted and appreciated)

Menu:

Pancakes

Regular

Chocolate Chip

Potato Pancakes

Sausage

Eggs

Desserts

All are welcome

Proceeds to benefit the Bell Tower Construction
