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Lincoln County Retired Educators Scholarship applications are now available. The L.C.R.E.A is offering a $1,000.00 scholarship that will go to a Tomahawk and Merrill High School graduate. Applicant must be in the School of Education, be in their junior or senior year of college. Call Lynn Derleth at 453-3692 for application. Application along with transcript must be returned Lynn Derleth at 2848 Rice Road, Tomahawk by Monday, August 31.

Lincoln County Health Department offers free vaccines to adults with no insurance, those whose insurance does not cover vaccines, and those with Medicare Part D Insurance. This adult only walk in clinic is held Wednesdays from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm. If you are unable to attend the walk in clinics, they offer alternative times upon request by calling 715-536-0307.

In the month of September the Lincoln County Health Department and the Tomahawk Public Library will have free gun locks and medication safety resouces.

The Table, a free community meal, will be held the last day of every month at St. Augustine Episcopal Church, 39 South Pelham Street in Rhinelander. Doors open at 4:00 pm and serving takes place at 5:30 pm. The meal is served to anyone and everyone. There are no restrictions or requirements. For information call St. Augustine's at 715-420-0066.

Ties that Bind Us invites you to join them for ongoing cancer support group/caregiver support group meetings. Held the First Tuesday of every month at 6:00 pm in the Aspirus Tomahawk/Tamarack Room, located at 401 West Mohawk Drive (use physical therapy entrance-east side of clinic). The next meeting is Tuesday, September 1st.

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 in Tomahawk.

Mark your calendar for the Annual Spirit-Hill-Ogema 4-H Fair on August 14 and August 15 at the Spirit Town Hall.

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.

Thursday, August 13

Stop by downtown Tomahawk for the three-day Main Street Mania. There is something for everyone with specials both inside and out at the participating downtown businesses.

Kwahamot Water Ski Club will hold their ski show in Kwahamot Bay at 7:30 pm.

Friday, August 14

It's day two of Main Street Mania in Downtown Tomahawk. In addition to the sales and specials both inside and outside of participating businesses, they'll have a customer appreciation celebration on Friday from 10:00 to 2:00 pm. Enjoy live music, a bounce house, hair tinsel and tattoos, and tie dying. Main Street volunteers will also be grilling up burgers, brats, and hot dogs with all the fixings.

Spirit Hill Ogema 4-H Fair will have Entry Night from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Saturday, August 15

Main Street Mania is wrapping up in historic downtown Tomahawk. There is something for everyone with specials inside and out at our downtown businesses.

Lake Alice Association will hold a Summer Splash Fishing Contest at Pine Pointe Bar and Grill. Fishing from 8:00 am to Noon, with free kids games from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Entry fee is $5.00 for Youth (15 and Under) and $10.00 for all other participants. Biggest register fish contest for each category. This is a catch and release contest.

The annual meeting of the Friends of Lake Mohawksin (FOLM) Lake Association will be held today at the Bradley Town Hall, 1518 W Mohawk Drive, Tomahawk at 9:00 am. Registration will start at 8:30 am Coffee and Donuts will be available. Please come along, meet your friends and neighbors, and hear about the activities that FOLM has been involved with and our plans for the coming year. The Guest Speaker will be Curt Butler, Conservation Warden, Division of Public Safety and Resource Protection and Curt will be talking about the role that conservation wardens play in protecting our lakes. They look forward to welcoming you and hearing your views! (RSVP to folmtomahawk@gmail.com for headcount)

The Spirit Hill Ogema 4-H Fair will be in full swing with judging beginning at 9:00 am. Brat Fry Style Lunch from 11:00 am to Noon. Afternoon Games and Contest. Programs, Skits and Awards to start at 7:00 pm. Located at the Spirit Town Hall on State Highway 86.

Surewood Forest will host their 11th Annual Wishes for Kids Pig Roast starting at 2:00 pm. All you can eat will be served at 4:00 pm with a $10.00 ticket and kids under six eat free. Raffles, door prizes, kids' games, and a bounce house makes a great family fun event. For advance tickets, raffle donations or questions please call Terry at 453-8844.

Kwahamot Water Ski Club will hold their ski show in Kwahamot Bay at 7:30 pm.

Sunday, August 16

Somo Fish and Game Club will host the 5th Annual Bruce FauFau Memorial Poultry Shoot from 11am to 5pm. Raffles, prizes, food available on site. Fill the freezer! Located at 8420 County Road CC Tomahawk.

Tuesday, August 18

The Town of King will be holding its regular meeting today at 7:00 pm in the New Town Hall.

Kwahamot Water Ski Club will hold their ski show in Kwahamot Bay at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, August 19

Tomahawk Community 7th Day Adventist Church will hold their Annual Church Thrift Sale from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. House and Garage Items only, no clothes or linens. Donations are accepted. Located at 1529 E Somo Ave.

WaWui Bingo will be held at the SARA Park Activity Center, with the doors open at 5:00 pm, cards on sale at 5:30 pm and the first of 15 games at 6:30 pm.

Thursday, August 20

Tomahawk Community 7th Day Adventist Church will hold their Annual Church Thrift Sale from 9am to 5pm. House and Garage Items only, no clothes or linens. Donations are accepted. Located at 1529 E Somo Ave.

Friday, August 21

Tomahawk Community 7th Day Adventist Church will hold their Annual Church Thrift Sale from 9am to 5pm. House and Garage Items only, no clothes or linens. Located at 1529 E Somo Ave.

The Rock Church will be holding a community fundraiser from 6pm to 8pm. With authentic Kenyon Food, African music and testimonies from their recent mission trip to the Ark Orphanage.

Saturday, August 22

Annual Tomahawk Cross Country Alumni Scrimmage will take place in Bradley Park. The race will begin at 9am and it is highly encouraged to show up early at 8:30am. The registration is free and there will be free food and drink after the race for the finishers.

God Is Calling Ministry presents Guest Speaker Lisa Nelson. All are Welcome to attend at Northwoods Vineyard located at 418 Kaphaem Road, Tomahawk. from 9:30 am to Noon.

The Loop Hole is hosting a Nokomis Food Pantry Benefit from noon to 5pm. Stop by for 50/50 drawings, basket raffles, and games with proceeds going to support the Nokomis Food Pantry.

Never Forgotten Honor Flight Benefit will be held at Jeb's Bar and Grill. Live music with Steve Strasman from 1pm to 4pm then followed by The Northwoods Bassist from 6pm to 9pm.

A Family Friendly Picnic Style Benefit will be held for Terry Radtke at the Cassian Town Hall starting at Noon. Corn Hole Games, 50/50 raffle and Basket Raffles, bring a lawn chair and enjoy the day with family and friends.

Tuesday, August 25

Oneida County Sheriff's Department will host an Online Safety, Internet Crimes Against Children and Sextortion Presentation at 6pm. This presentation is suitable for ages 12plus. Pizza will be donated by Pizza Ranch. Presentation will be held at the Oneida County Sheriff's Office, 2000 East Winnebago Street, Rhinelander.

Saturday, August 29

Northwoods Veterans Homestead will be hosting a fundraising Cornhole Tournament at Nick's Hodag Lane in Rhinelander. Food raffle Baskets 50/50, with 100% of the proceeds from the raffle going to NVH Capital Funds. To Register contact Mike Ring at 715-550-3373.

Apex Angels and Warriors Sanctuary will be hosting their 1st Annual Corn Roast starting at 4:00 pm. Outdoor movie night included with popcorn at dusk. Burgers and Hot Dogs will also be served. Located at N4704 Town Hall Road.

Saturday, September 5

Tomahawk Area Historical Society will hold a Memorial Celebration will be held to say farewell to the beloved Forest City School (Town of King Town Hall) from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Alumni Photo will be taken at 11:30 am. Plus a tour of the New Town Hall Open House.

Tuesday, September 8

Tomahawk Area Interfaith Volunteers will be cooking up Barbecue Pork Lion Sandwiches, fresh off the grill, with chips and a bottle of water during the Main Street Farmers Market just off Main street from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Friday, September 11

9/11 Remembrance to be held at 10:00 am at the Oneida County Courthouse in Rhinelander to remember the events of 9/11, honor our heroes and pray for America. This event is being organzied by the by the Rhinelander Ministerial Association and will include representatives from law enforcement and fire departments. The 9/11 remembrance will be held "rain or shine" Participants may choose to bring a lawn chair, this is not a political event.

Saturday, September 19

Gleason Area Lions Club will be hosting a Truck and Tractor Pull at N5179 Bradley St., Gleason. Registration is from 8am to 10:30am, Pulls Start at 11am and Cash Raffle Drawing at 4pm. Establishment on sight will offer foo with the kitchen open from 11am to 5pm. For questions please contact Heather Klimek at 715-218-7011.