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Kevin Wickstrom of the Tomahawk Lions Club is now collecting donations for this year's Pow Wow Days Celebration. If you would like to make a donation you can send your contribution to the Tomahawk Lions Club at P.O. Box 754, Tomahawk WI 54487.

Organizers of the THS Class of 1971 reunion have extended the RSVP deadline to attend their reunion dinner on July 2. Those interested should call or text Gary at 966-1598 by Saturday, June 13.

Tomahawk Boys Swim Team will offer Open Lap Swimming for all district students, middle school, high school and competing college athletes June 15 to July 30 from 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm Monday and Thursday. Practice sets will be available as well as coaching tips.

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.

Aspirus-Tomahawk Hospital Foundation has scholarship application forms available for college students. This annual program has provided over $100,000 in funding for students studying in the healthcare related field. Scholarship application forms are available at the Hospital/Clinic greeters desk, the WJJQ Studio and online at wjjq.com website under area information link. Application deadline is June 26.

Haven, Inc is holding a Card Raffle Meat Fundraiser, winning a $300.00 Geiss Meat Gift Card that can be used for any services at Geiss. Cards are $20.00 and to purchase please call 715-536-1300. Drawing will be held on June 20.

Calvary Baptist Church invites students K-5th grade (grade completed) to participate in Emerald Crossing VBS. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and can be picked up at Calvary or found on the church website, ExploreCalvary.com. Held the week of June 15 through 19 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Located at 320 Lincoln Street in Rhinelander. For more information please call 715-362-4792.

Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo June 19, 20 and 21 at the Merrill Festival Grounds. Advance tickets are available now on-line at wrpr.org Tickets are also available at the Merrill and Tomahawk Chamber of Commerce Offices.

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, July 7.

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.

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.

Sunday, June 14

Lincoln County June Dairy Breakfast will be held from 8:00 am to Noon at the Smith Center/MARC located at 1100 Marc Drive in Merrill. Adults are $10.00, Children ages 6-11 $5.00 and Children 5 and younger are free. Raffle Baskets, Cheese Samples and Informational Booths. Live music by Hunter Dux and Travis Burrow, Grandpa's Farm Petting Zoo and Horse Drawn Wagon Rides.

Bonnie and Clyde's Gangster Park in Harshaw will host the Fourth Annual Autism Acceptance Fundraiser. To ensure every attendee feels comfortable, the day is split into three distinct segments tailored to different sensory needs. From 10:00 am to Noon, Sensory Hours offering a quiet, low-stimulus environment; From Noon to 4:00 pm inclusive family hours and activities; and from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, a unique music festival with live music, a dance floor, and an option for volume controlled headphones for guests. A dedicated, quiet sensory room will also be available throughout day. Admission is free. A good will donation is welcome and food, drinks, and raffles will be available with proceeds supporting local autism outreach.

Monday, June 15

Calvary Baptist Church invites students K-5th grade (grade completed) to participate in Emerald Crossing VBS. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged and can be picked up at Calvary or found on the church website, ExploreCalvary.com. Held this week - June 15 through 19 from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Located at 320 Lincoln Street in Rhinelander. For more information please call 715-362-4792.

Today is the last day to sign your 4K to 6th grade child up for the 2026 Flag Football Season. Go to hatchetyouthfootball.com

The Arbor Vitae/Woodruff Lions Club invites the public to their Open House at 6:00 pm at the Arbor Vitae Town Hall, located at 10675 Big Arbor Vitae Drive in Arbor Vitae. Light refreshments will be available. If you are interested in helping this club and be a part of something new and special please come to the meeting or call/email Bob Bertch at 715-892-2366 or babbertch22@gmail.com

Tuesday, June 16

St. Francis Catholic School in Merrill is accepting garage sale items (unlimited, good condition, items) from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. This is perfect for your rummage sale left overs or your spring cleaning. All proceeds from the sale July 17 through the 19 will go back to the students who attend school at St. Francis.

Tomahawk Area Historical Society will be open today from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. They will also be open with the same hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Located at 18 East Washington Avenue.

Kwahamot Ski Show will be held in Kwahamot Bay across from Veteran's Memorial Park at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, June 17

St. Francis School in Merrill will be holding a Rummage Sale Fundraiser from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. All proceeds from the sale go directly back to the students who attend school at St. Francis.

WJJQ Community Appreciation Cookout at Veterans Memorial Park. Enjoy brats, hot dogs, chips and soda with serving starting at 4:30 pm. Then stay for the opening night of Music On The River with the group The Cougars playing from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. WJJQ is happy to be one of the sponsors of Music On The River.

Tomahawk Music on the River kicks off its 19th season of incredible live performances at Veteran's Memorial Park. The Cougars will play from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Northwoods Honor Guard, Pine Lake Fire Department and The Boy and Girl Scouts present a Flag Retirement Ceremony at 6:00 pm at Cross Country Bar and Grill. All are welcome and lawn chairs are encouraged. If you have a flag to be retired, please have it placed by 5:45 pm.

Wa Wui Bingo 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 is at 6:30 pm. This weeks progressive game will featuring a prize of around $1,600.00 in 53 numbers or less.

Thursday, June 18

St. Francis School in Merrill will be holding a Rummage Sale Fundraiser from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. All proceeds from the sale go directly back to the students who attend school at St. Francis.

Tomahawk Public Library will hold Dinosaur Celebration at 10:30 am. Enjoy face-painting, crafts, games and more. Sponsored by Tomahawk Community Thrift Store and Tomahawk Natural Resources Education Fund.

Kwahamot Ski Show will be held in Kwahamot Bay across from Veteran's Memorial Park at 7:30 pm.

Friday, June 19

St. Francis School in Merrill will be holding a Rummage Sale Fundraiser from 8:00 am to Noon. All proceeds from the sale go directly back to the students who attend school at St. Francis.

Opening Night at the Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo at the Merrill Festival Grounds starting at 7:00 pm. WJJQ will be giving away t-shirts and water bottles right after the intermission. Join our WJJQ Radio Family for great rodeo action.

Saturday, June 20

The weekly Tomahawk Farm and Flea Market will be open from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm at the True Value Hardware store parking lot. Find crafts, flea market treasures, baked goods, fresh produce and more, plus food and refreshments provided by the Tomahawk Figure Skaters. The charity of the month is the Tomahawk Food Pantry.

Hope Beyond 21 will be hosting Diggin' for a Difference at The Loop Hole Bar on County Road L starting at 10:00 am. Raffle tickets will be available all day long.

Haven will be hosting their Annual Benefit at Normal Park from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon featuring: live music, hotdogs and hamburgers, annual Cornholin' for Awareness Tournament, bounce house, kid's activity stations, raffle baskets, Sip Happens Wagon Raffle, and Munch Mobile Raffle.

The community is invited to the Veterans Coffee & Conversation benefit fundraiser at the Eagles Club, 1205 Lake Street in Merrill. The live auction preview starts at 3:00 pm, with bidding at 4:00 pm. A brat or burger meal will be served from 5:00 to 6:30 pm for $20 dollars, followed by live music from Wage & the Renegades from 6:30 to 9:00 pm. All proceeds benefit Veterans Coffee & Conversation.

St. Paul Lutheran Church will hold their Annual Party on P starting at 3:00 pm. Prime Rib Sandwiches starting at 4:00 pm. Live music with Carl Jackson and the Wild Spirit from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, plus raffles and a bounce house.

Kwahamot Ski Show will be held in Kwahamot Bay across from Veteran's Memorial Park at 7:30 pm.

Sunday, June 21

St. Paul Lutheran Church Party on P continues today with a Polka Chruch Service at 10:00 am, delicious chicken BBQ at 11:00 am, live music with Jim Pekol and GB Band at 1:00 pm. Raffle prizes, silent auction at 3:30 pm.

Tuesday, June 23

Kwahamot Ski Show will be held in Kwahamot Bay across from Veteran's Memorial Park at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, June 24

Enjoy the groovy sounds of B.D Greer and The Gents at Music on the River in Veteran's Memorial Park in Tomahawk from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Thursday, June 25

Tomahawk Public Library will host Magic of Isaiah at 10:30 am. Featuring magic, juggling and comedy based on books.

Kwahamot Ski Show will be held in Kwahamot Bay across from Veteran's Memorial Park at 7:30 pm.

Friday, June 26

Rock of Ages Church Annual Rummage Sale, located on Hwy 70 West in Minocqua, will be held from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. All proceeds will go to local, national and global missions.

Saturday, June 27

Monthly recycling drop off at the Skanawan Town Hall for residents will be from 8:00 am to 11:00 am.

Rock of Ages Church Annual Rummage Sale, located on Hwy 70 West in Minocqua, will be held from 8:00 am to Noon. All proceeds will go to local, national and global missions.

Vineyard Church located at 418 Kaphaem Road, Tomahawk, will host God is Calling with Guest Speaker Dr. Doug Gabbert, founder of YahFitness, nicknamed the Minster of Health. Everyone is welcome to attend starting at 9:30 am.

The Lakeland Pantry will host their Annual Bear Cupboard Run at Torphy Park in Minocqua. Featuring a half-marathon, a 5K run/walk and a Cubby run specially designed for children under 9 years old. You can register at https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/Minocqua/BearCupboardRun

Kwahamot Ski Show will be held in Kwahamot Bay across from Veteran's Memorial Park at 7:30 pm.

Wednesday, July 1

Kick off the holiday early with Ember at the Tomahawk Music on the River at Veteran's Memorial Park. Fun party-driven energy with your favorite rock and country hits from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Thursday, July 2

Tomahawk Public Library Snake Discovery presents "Snake, Rattle & Roll" at 10:30 am. Featuring reptiles and amphibians that call Minnesota and Wisconsin Home.

Friday, July 3

Tomahawk Chamber of Commerce Annual Arts and Craft Fair at Sara Park from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Tomahawk High School Class of 1976 will hold their 50th Reunion Celebration from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the American Legion, located at 327 Wisconsin Avenue. Live music with Joe Gallione and Mike Kahle. Cash bar and some food available for purchase. All classmates and spouses/guest welcome.

Kwahamot Water Ski Club will hold their Alumni Water Ski Show in Kwahamot Bay at 7:30pm.

Saturday, July 4

Run into the 4th of July with the Annual 5K/10K Races at Veterans Memorial Park starting at 8:30am and a shorter Fun Run held with starting time 9:30 am.

Tomahawk Lions will hold kids games, gunny sack races and more at Veterans Memorial Park at 10:00 am.

Tomahawk Lions will have Garbage Can Chicken BBQ, brats, hot dogs, beer, soda and water for sale in front of the Post Office on Tomahawk Main Street from 10:00 am until after the Parade.

Live music on Main Street with Carl Jackson from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm.

Rhinelander Fourth of July Parade committee is proud to announce a F-35 Flyover, courtesy of the 115th Fighter Wing.

Tomahawk Lions Club Annual 4th of July Parade starting at 1:00 pm. After parade the Tomahawk Fire Department will hold their water demonstration.

Tomahawk Lions Club will hold their Pow Wow Ticket Drawing in the Food Court by the Post Office at 3:00 pm.

Kwahamot Water Ski Club will hold their ski show in Kwahamot Bay at 8:00 pm.

Tomahawk Lions Club 4th of July Fireworks at Sara Park will be held at Dusk (weather dependent, cancellations will be announce on WJJQ).

Wednesday, July 8

Friends of the Tomahawk Library will hold their book sale in the Tomahawk Library basement. Hardcover and paperback books for adults, teens, and children. Both fictional and non-fictional, puzzles audio books and some magazines. Free will donation.

This week welcome The Ramble at Tomahawk Music on the River at Veteran's Memorial Park. Enjoy their crowd-pleasing country hits from the 90's to the 2000's from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Thursday, July 9

Tomahawk Public Library will host The Mammoth Hunter at 10:30 am. Featuring ancient creatures, tool use, cultural activities, musical instruments and more.

Saturday, July 11

Come join your friends from the running community for the Hatchet Mid-Summer Mile at Hatchet Field for a fun night of racing on the track. Gates open at 4:30 pm with races beginning at 5:30 pm. Distances vary from 400 and 800 meters for kids to 1 mile for middle school to masters ages and abilities from youth to elite. There is also a weight vest category for those seeking an extra challenge. Please register at: runsignup.com or visit facebook for more race details.

Wednesday, July 15

Join your family and friends for Tomahawk Music on the River with Johnny and the Motones at Veteran's Memorial Park. Bringing their signature blend of blues,soul, and Jazz from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Saturday, July 21

American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at Grace Lutheran Church from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. Walk-ins welcome, appointments are recommended by calling 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org Please bring with you a Red Cross or Photo ID.

Wednesday, July 22

Tomahawk Music on the River proudly celebrates its 19th year at Veteran's Memorial Park with The Jimmy's. Old School R&B and Blues from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Friday, July 24

St. Mary's Annual Summer Festival kicks off at 4:00 pm with a Fish Fry or Grilled Shrimp Dinner until gone by Outboards Bar and Grill. Live music with Mark Wayne the "One Man Band". Famous Pie Garden, Spirit Walk for Adults and Candy Walk for Kids. New this year, "Where's the Beef" their version of "Let's Make a Deal". Plus Cash Raffle, Family Basket Raffle and Big Raffle. Located at 320 E. Washington Ave. Tomahawk.

Saturday, July 25

St. Mary's Annual Summer Festival kicking off at 3pm DJ Mike Allen. From 3:00 to 6:00 pm Kids Inflatable Obstacle Course, craft activities and games. 4:00 pm Corn Hole Tournament, 2 person teams (registration 3:00 to 4:00 pm) Spirit Walk for Adults and Candy Walk for Kids. Starting at 4:00 pm enjoy Steak Sandwiches or Polish Kielbasa with Sauerkraut. Don't miss out on the Famous Pie Garden. Cash Raffle drawing at 9:30 pm, Family Basket Raffle drawing at 8:00 pm and Big 8 Raffle drawing at 9:00 pm. Located at 320 E. Washington Ave. Tomahawk.

Wednesday, July 29

Final Night of Tomahawk Music on the River at Veteran's Memorial Park with Copper Box! High energy night of blues and rock from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.