Just a reminder Christmas Spirit applications must be returned to WJJQ on or before October 31. You can drop your applications off at WJJQ Office, Merrill Fire Department, Merrill Chamber or you mail to the address on the application with a post mark of the 31st.
Tuesday, November 3
Today is election day. For City of Tomahawk residents you will vote at the SARA Park Activity Center. The polls will be open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Supernatural Lake Superior Program with chad Lewis at the Rhinelander District Library has been cancelled. Please watch their website for any updated information at rhinelanderlibrary.org
Ties that Bind Us invites you to join them for ongoing cancer support group/caregiver support group meeting at 6:00 pm in the Aspirus Tomahawk/Tamarack Room, located at 401 West Mohawk Drive (use physical therapy entrance-east side of clinic).
Wednesday, November 4
VFW Post 2687 Soup luncheon from 11am to 1pm will be serving Split Pea with Ham and Beef Noodle. Includes bread, crackers and dessert, with coffee and water. Need to grab and go message 715-966-5397. Located at 203 South 4th Street in Tomahawk.
Thursday, November 5
Lincoln County Economic Development Corp will hold Economic Insights 2026, Population on the Move. Discover what the data reveals about our region's strengths, challenges, and opportunities ahead. Free Admission at the Merrill Expo Center from 8:30 am to 10:30 am. For more information, visit: lincolncountyedc.org/lcedc-events.
The Rhinelander Area Community Band will present their free fall concert at First Congregational United Church of Christ Church, 135 East Larch Street in Rhinelander. Band members will perform a wide variety of styles and selections from jazz to polka, and even a tribute to Dolly Parton. Music begins at 6:30 pm.
Friday, November 6
School District of Tomahawk will be offering a Child Find Screening. This screening is for children 3 through 5 years of age whose parent or guardian have questions or concerns about developmental milestones. To schedule a screening call Traci at 453-5555 ext 5.
Saturday, November 7
Prentice Basketball Team will be holding a Mattress Sale Fundraiser at the Prentice High School from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Buy your brand new, fully warranties, quality name brand mattress and help support the Basketball Team.
Northwoods Veterans Homestead will host their 5th Annual Pig Roast Fundraiser at Hodag Sports Club Event Center located at 4480 Hwy C, Rhinelander. From 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm enjoy music, great food, raffles and fun, while making a lasting difference in the lives of local veterans.
Devil's Creek Stump Jumpers Snowmobile Club will host a Sportsmen's Dance and Raffle at the Beirman Building, Merrill Expo Center. Doors open at 6:00 pm and tickets will be $20.00 per person (available at the door) Raffle Baskets, Gun Raffle and more to win a the event, free beer and snacks until gone.
Sunday, November 8
The Community Ecumenical Choir will be preforming their Fall concert entitled: America, A Pilgrim's Prayer, A Patriot's Dream! Celebrating America's history and 250th Anniversary at Ogema Baptist Church in Ogema starting at 3:00 pm. A free will offering will be used to cover minimal expenses and also to make donation to the Prentice VFW Post 8491 and Phillip's Food Pantries.
Monday, November 9
The Town of Bradley monthly meeting will be held immediately following the budget hearing/special town meeting and special Town board meeting that starts at 5:30 pm. All meetings will be held at the Bradley Town Hall.
Town of King will hold it's regular monthly meeting at 6pm at the Town of King Town Hall.
Town of Nokomis will hold their monthly meeting at 6:00 pm at the Nokomis Town Hall.
Wednesday, November 11
The public is invited to attend the 56th Annual Veterans Day Observance at Rhinelander's James Williams Middle School gymnasium at 8:30 am. This year's program will feature various speakers, and music will be provided by the James Williams Middle School music department. Local veterans, their families and the public are invited to attend this annual community observance, which will last approximately one hour.
The Lincoln County Snowmobile Council will meet at 7:00pm at the Lincoln Count Forestry Shop, Highway K, Irma.
Saturday, November 14
The Annual Holiday Bazaar at the First Congregational UCC Church in Rhinelander from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Fresh wreaths, kissing balls, baker, soups, and more. Lunch starts at 11:30 am with a donation of $18.00.
The Lady Hatchet Basketball Team Full Court Support Fundraiser Night at Pine Tree Supper Club will be held from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm; with 20% of food sales donated to the basketball team, all tips donated to the program, raffles and dessert auction, with drawing at 8:30 pm. Come hungry and support the Lady Hatchet Basketball Team.
Sunday, November 15
Pancake Breakfast to benefit Chris Hartson who is fighting against Ovarian Cancer will be held at the Merrill Town Hall, located at W4594 Progress Avenue from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. There will also be a Bake Sale, Raffles and Kids Activities.
Tuesday, November 17
American Red Cross will host a Tomahawk Community Blood Drive from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm at Grace Lutheran Church. Located at 108 West Somo Avenue in Tomahawk. As a thank you, those who come to give will get up to $20.00 in gift cards ($10.00 Amazon gift card by e-mail and 500 bonus points which can be redeemed for the $10.00 e-gift card through Blood Donor Rewards!) For an appointment call 800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org. Appointments are recommended buy not necessary. Please bring with you a Red Cross or Photo ID. Thursday, November 19
The Community Blood Center in Rhinelander will be hosting a Season of Giving Blood Drive at the Hodag Dome, from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Receive a CBC t-shirt, live-saver reward points, and breakfast or lunch. For each presenting donor, CBC will also make a monetary donation to Veterans Groups of Rhinelander. You can schedule by going to communityblood.org or calling 800-280-4102
Friday, November 20
The Tomahawk Chamber will host the 61st Annual Venison Feed. This free event will start at 11:30 am and continue until the burgers are gone. Soda and beer will be on-site to purchase.
Saturday, November 21
St. Mary School will be holding their Annual Holiday Craft Show in the Corpus Christi Center from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Monday, November 23
Northwoods Riders Snowmobile Club will have their monthly meeting at The Loop Hole at 7:00 pm with Social time starting at 6:15 pm.
Thursday, November 26
The Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner held on Thanksgiving Day from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at St. Mary's Church in the Corpus Christi Center. Don't be alone this Thanksgiving, come enjoy a free Thanksgiving meal with turkey and all the fixings. Dine in is available, but seating is limited.
