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Tomahawk High School Class of 1971 is planning a 55th Reunion July 2, 2026. Classmates are asked to send their contact information or any other classmate contact information they might know to: Chris (Amelse) Towle at dtowle55@gmail.com or text to 715-966-0175.

Rhinelander Lions Club will be hosting a Community Christmas Dinner (Free Turkey Dinner) December 25 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Pick up at Trig's Deli Express Entrance located at 232 S. Courtney St. Rhinlander. Carry out or Delivery only, and for home delivery please call or text 715-513-9755 before December 24th, please include phone number, address, and number of meals requested in your message. If you would like to Volunteer or Deliver please call 715-513-9755.

Grace Lutheran Church will host their annual Christmas with Friends community lunch (Ham meal) from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Christmas Day. If you are unable to make it in person, please contact the church office at 715-453-4066 to schedule a delivery. Pick up is also available.

A Snowmobile Safety Class is being held on January 5 and 6, 2026 at Les and Jim's Lincoln Lanes Banquet Hall in Merrill WI. Class time is 5:45 to 9:00 pm each night. Students must attend both nights to pass. Anyone 12-16 years of age must take a classroom training course to obtain a Snowmobile Safety Certificate to operate a snowmobile on the Wisconsin Snowmobile Trail System. More information is available on the GoWild DNR Website. To reserve a spot in the class call Steve Kaminski at 715-536-4025

Lincoln County Food Resources you can call 2-1-1 to help find food and other resources. Lincoln County Community Meals open to all ages: Open Arms Community Meal, St. Mary's Catholic Church-Corpus Christi Center every Tuesday from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm, no registration needed, just show up; A Community Table at Saint Stephens Church every Monday at 5:00 pm, no registration needed, just show up; Ages 60+ Hosted by the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Wisconsin, individuals need to register at least one day prior by Noon by calling 715-536-0311; TB Scott Free Library the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Noon, before and after the meal TB Scott Library has different programming each month; Gleason Lions Club 3rd Wednesday of the month at Noon; Tomahawk Senior Center Monday - Thursday at 11:30 am.

Lincoln County Food Pantries: Community Food Pantry, located at 503 S. Center Ave, Merrill, open Monday through Thursday 9:30 am to Noon and Thursday 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm; His Hands Extended New Testament Church located at N2519 Highway K Merrill, open Tuesday and Thursday by appointment call 715-536-8554; United Methodist Church Tomahawk Food Pantry located at 1104 School Road Tomahawk, open Wednesday 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and Friday 11:00 am to 12:30 pm.

Tomahawk Lions Club would appreciate the donation of deer hides again this season. All proceeds from the collection will benefit the Special Needs Camp in Rosholt. Hunters can drop off their deer hides at Hometown Feed Mill on South Tomahawk Avenue.

Grace Lutheran Church, Blessing For Babies Diaper Bank is open the second and fourth Monday from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Free diapers size preemie to size 6, baby wipes and some good quality baby clothing is available. Also, donations are welcome from the community. To enter go through the side door off of the large parking lot. Grace Lutheran Church is located at 108 West Somo Avenue, Tomahawk, WI.

Tomahawk's Support Group for Caregivers of someone living with Dementia, meets the fourth Wednesday of every month from 3:00 to 4:00 pm at the Tomahawk Senior Center. If anyone has any questions they can reach out to Jesse Welch at: 453-2164 or by email jwelch@nshorehc.com.

If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, 9-8-8 provides direct connection to free, confidential, and compassionate support. You are not along in crisis, just call, text or chat 9-8-8 for 24/7 confidential support.

Saturday, December 20

The Butcher and the Baker will be holding a Country Christmas Social from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Live music from The Prairie Sparrows, free appetizers, door prizes, giveaways and a complimentary Holiday Cranberry Punch. Located at N5334 N River Road in Brantwood.

Tuesday, December 23

School District of Tomahawk will have open gym in the Field House from 7pm to 9pm.

Wednesday, December 24

City of Tomahawk City Hall will be closed today and tomorrow and will reopen on December 26.

There will be no VFW Soup Luncheon today due to the Holiday. Everyone at the VFW wishes you and the your families a very Merry Christmas.

St. Mary's Catholic Church will hold Christmas Eve Mass at 4:00 pm with Christmas Carols beginning at 3:30 pm.

Grace Lutheran Church will hold a Christmas Eve worship at 4:00 pm. A Family Based Worship for those young and young at heart. A Candlelight Service with contemporary music will be held at 7pm.

Rock Church on Kaphaem will be holding a Candlelit Christmas Eve Service at 3pm and 6pm.

Spirit United Methodist Church will hold Christmas Eve Service at 4:30pm.

First Congregational Church will be celebrating the Birth of Jesus Christ with a one-hour service at 6:00 pm including a Christmas message by Pastor Dennis Mannering, a beautiful solo of "O Holy Night" by Larry Priban, a guitar accompanied singing of Silent Night and a Candle Lighting Service to complete the night.

United Methodist Church in Tomahawk will hold Christmas Eve Service at 6:30pm

St. Augustine Catholic Church in Harrison will hold Christmas Eve Mass at 6:30 pm.

Thursday, December 25

Tomahawk City Hall will be closed today for the holiday and reopen tomorrow.

St. Mary's Catholic Church will hold Christmas Mass at 9:00 am.

Grace Lutheran Church will hold Christmas worship at 10:00 am with joyful songs to celebrate Christ birth. Christmas with friends will be served from 11am to 1pm. Live streaming of worship services at gracelutherantomahawk.org

Grace Lutheran Church will host their annual Christmas with Friends community lunch from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Christmas Day. If you are unable to make it in person, please contact the church office at 715-453-4066 to schedule a delivery. Pick up is also available.

St. Francis Catholic Church in Pier Willow will hold Christmas Mass at 11:30 am.

Saturday, December 27

The Town Treasurer will be collecting tax payments at the King Town Hall from 9:00 am to Noon.

Tuesday, December 30

The North Lakeland Discovery Center will host Winter Family Play Day from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Participate in outdoor-based activities that are fun for the whole family including winter scavenger hunts, snowshoeing, campfire, indoor crafts and horse-drawn sleigh rides. The event is free thanks to Manitowish Waters Visitors Bureau and St. Matthias Thrift Shop. Registration is not required but is encouraged by visiting the North Lakeland Discovery Center website.

Wednesday, December 31

Tomahawk City Hall will be open all day and accepting tax payments.

Join the Tomahawk Senior Center at SARA Park for New Year's Eve night of Wa Wui Bingo. Serving food with a new menu, with doors opening at 5:30 pm.

St. Augustine Catholic Church will hold New Year's Eve Mass at 6:30 pm.

Thursday, January 1

Tomahawk City Hall will be closed today for the holiday.

St. Mary's Catholic Church will hold New Year's Mass at 9:00 am.

St. Francis Catholic Church on Pier Willow will hold New Year's Mass at 11:30 am

Friday, January 2

School District of Tomahawk will have open gym in the Field house from Noon to 2pm.

Saturday, January 3

Star Foundation will hold their Annual Star Splash at Castaways Bar and Grill, with raffles starting at Noon and jumpers hit the water at 2:00 pm.

Friday, January 9

The School District of Tomahawk will offer free Child Find Screenings for children three through five years of age whose parent or guardian have questions or concerns about developmental milestones. All screening will be at the elementary school and to schedule a screening for today, call Traci at 453-5555, ext. 5.

Saturday, January 10

Town of Skanawan recycling will be open from 9am to Noon.

Tuesday, January 13

American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at Grace Lutheran Church from 11:30am to 5:30pm. For an appointment call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org. Appointments are recommended. Walk-ins welcom. Please bring with you a Red Cross or Photo ID. Grace Lutheran Church is located at 108 W. Somo Ave. Tomahawk.

Monday, January 19

Wild Instincts is partnering with Pizza Ranch in Rhinelander for a Community Impact Fundraiser Night. Visit from 4pm to 8pm and Pizza Ranch will donate 20% of your check to Wild Instincts Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Kinship of Tomahawk will hold Kinship House Grand Opening from 5pm to 8pm. Join them to celebrate with Tours and light snacks. Located at 227 W Wisconsin Ave. Tomahawk

Saturday, January 31

The Town Treasurer will be collecting tax payments at the King Town Hall from 9am to Noon.

Friends of Lake Mohawksin will host their 3rd Annual Fire and Ice Bonfire starting at 6pm at Sara Park. BYOB, with raffle prizes, giveaways, marshmallows and snacks for the Kids. Open to the public and all are welcome.

Friday, February 5

Saturday, February 7

Lake Alice Association will be hosting Alice in Winterland. Fishing contest runs from 7am to 3pm. Cost is $5.00 per person or $10.00 for the whole family. Registration on side will start at 7am on the ice between Horseshoe Rd and Angler Ave. Prize money will be given for the three largest fish in each category. Lot's of raffles, door prizes, special cash raffle, along with food and refreshments available all day long.