February 2025 Events listed below:

• 02/01-02/2025
  The Chequamegon Theatre Association presents: Swan Lake. Enter the fairytale world of a forlorn prince, an evil wizard, and an enchanted maiden who can only become human by the light of the moon. This play, with children and adults will entertain audiences with love, humor, and magic.  Evening shows 7pm. Sunday matinee shows 2pm. For tickets and more information visit www.ctatheatre.org
• 02/01-28/2025
  Join the Solstice Outdoors Winter Waterfall Adventure.  Here’s how it works:  Stop in the shop and get your free Solstice Outdoors sticker.  1.) Take the sticker on your waterfall adventure and snap a selfie or any photo on the trail.  2.) Tag us on Facebook and Instagram @solsticeoutdoors #winterwaterfalladventure.  We’ll enter you in a drawing to win a $100 Solstice Outdoors gift card.  3.) Complete all three and stop in the shop to claim your free ultralight Solstice Outdoors Nalgene.
• 02/01/2025
  Come and join Northland Women’s Hockey for Home Themed Nights at the Bay Area Civic Center. Youth Hockey Day! 2pm.
• 02/01/2025
  Blue Moon Community Ball at Bayfield Lakeside Pavilion. Doors open 6:30pm. A night of music and dancing for the whole community. Sponsored by Willow Pit Productions; Sound & Stage donated by Big Top Chautauqua. Cash Bar! Funky-formal dress encouraged! All ages welcome! Featuring: Spring Fed, CBPO, GIRLGLYTCH. All proceeds go to benefit RFR and the Bayfield Rec Center.
• 02/01/2025
  Mt Ashwabay Summit Nordic Race. More Info http://ashwabaysummitskirace.com/
• 02/01/2025
  Friends of Copper Falls host the Copper Falls Candlelight Ski, Snowshoe and Bonfire, 36764 Copper Falls Rd, Mellen, from 6-8pm. 1k ski trail and 1.5k snowshoe trail. Event will be cancelled if temperature is zero degrees or below. Enjoy candlelit loops: 1 mile snowshoe or hike on the Red Granite Trail and a 1 mile ski or hike in the Meadow Loop. Guided Stargazing at 7pm if the skies are clear. Food Concessions Chili, hot dogs, hot cocoa and sweet treats. Proceeds benefit the FOCFSP programs. On the trail, please limit use of artificial lights or cover lights with red cellophane for enhanced night vision. This event is free however vehicles are required to purchase a daily or annual State Park pass. Passes can be purchased at the park Entrance. For more information call the Park Office: 715-274-5123 or find them on Facebook.
• 02/01/2025
  Legendary Resort & Casino: Karaoke Night with our very own DJ Uncle Ray & Pops. A Crowd favorite & a HUGE Songbook! 8pm-midnight. 37600 Onigamiing Dr, Bayfield.
• 02/02/2025
  Ashland Ice Racing- at Maslowski Beach (pending ice conditions) Registration: 10-11am.  Pit Meeting: 11:15am.  Green flag flies at 11:30am.  See you all there!   For weekly updates please refer to our Facebook Page. Thursday evening prior to the scheduled race day.
• 02/04/2025
  L&M Fleet Supply Friends & Family ONE DAY ONLY Sale Event. 20% off all clothing and footwear; 10% everything else store-wide. Everyone is welcome! Limited stock on hand, phone orders or advance reservations of sales are not accepted, discount not valid on rain checks, transfers, layaways, previous purchase, gift cards, shop labor, fishing & hunting licenses, or special orders. Some exclusions apply. Shop online at lmsupply.com & get 10% off with promo code: FF25. 1910 Lake Shore Dr E.
• 02/04/2025
  The School District of Ashland School Board Candidate Forum will be held at 6pm District Office Conference Room, 2000 Beaser Ave. To submit questions for candidates, join by Zoom, and for more information, please view flyer by clicking here.
• 02/04/2025
  Annual Father-Daughter Dinner Dance. Calling all fathers and daughters, young and old. Tickets will be on sale at the Baynet office at the Summit Church (Salem Church) 400 Salem Drive, Ashland from 5-6pm. Hosted by Baynet.  Dance is February 21 and 22 at the AmericInn Conference Center.
• 2/07-09/2025
  Ashland Youth Hockey: Battle by the Bay Tournament Series. 3 game guarantee – Trophies for first, second and consolation. Bay Area Civic Center. Peewee. 320 Depot Dr.
• 02/07/2025
  Wisconsin Parkinson Association: Chequamegon Bay Area Parkinson’s Support Group. You are not alone. Our meetings are 1pm the first Friday of each month at the Ashland Enrichment Center, 715-682-2776, 400 Chapple Ave. The Bay Area Parkinson’ s Support Group was created to provide encouragement and education for people living with Parkinson’s and their caregivers in the Ashland and Bayfield County area. Questions can be directed to Reggie Holmes: bapsg2024@gmail.com.
• 02/07/2025
  Paint and Sip, 6pm hosted by Flourish $35.00. Join us at Flourish for an evening of painting fun. You will be guided step by step by a professional instructor. ! We will use acrylic paint on canvas. The cost of the workshop is $35 and includes a 16×20’ canvas and all other materials needed along with a few delicious beverages to choose from! This is a great opportunity to get creative and enjoy a couple hours with others. Bring your daughter or son or grab a friend and join us! 1314 Lake Shore Drive, Suite 2.
• 02/08/2025
  Read with a Ranger at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center.  Join a Park Ranger for story time followed by a craft. Geared for ages 3 to 7 but all are welcome! Every other Saturday at 10am. See you there!  Other dates are: February 22 and March 8 & 22.   29270 Co Hwy G.  715-685-2645
• 02/08/2025
  Ashland Ice Racing- KING OF THE BAY-at Maslowski Beach (pending ice conditions) Registration: 10-11am.  Pit Meeting: 11:15am.  Non-Studded Class: 11:30am. Regular Racing Starting at 12noon.  See you all there! For weekly updates please refer to our Facebook Page. Thursday evening prior to the scheduled race day.
• 02/08/2025
  Valentine cards printmaking workshop: 2pm at Flourish. $25.00. Join our printmaking workshop. open to all ages and abilities, to discover the basics of printmaking using styrofoam printing blocks, you will learn key printmaking terms and have the chance to create multiple personalized prints. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, this workshop allows you to efficiently produce handmade Valentine’s cards in bulk, exploring different color options through paper choices. Your price includes making 2 prints and up to 24 cards. This is a great class for kid’s who want to pass out a personalized card at school, or grownups who just want to learn a fun technique. 1314 Lake Shore Drive, Suite 2.
• 02/08/2025
  Northern Pines Sled Dog Race. Northern Pines Golf Course & Event Center. For more info visit northernpinessdr.com
• 02/08/2025
  Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center: Nature Journaling Walks and Workshops-Identify Trees in Winter. Learn to use a Dichotomous Key. 1-3pm @ Multi Purpose Room. Have you always wanted to be able to create a nature journal about the outdoors? Already journal but want to join fellow nature journal enthusiasts? Simply want to learn more? Grab a notebook, a pen and/or pencil and come join us for Casual nature journaling walks and workshops to build your skills! This will be a recurring event with different themes featured each month. This year’s overarching theme is “Trees”. Students will pick a tree that they will follow all year long. Attending every workshop is not required but will be more informative in the long run! Event dates and themes are as follows: February 8th: Identify Trees in Winter. Learn to use a Dichotomous Key. March 15th: Let’s Make a Treasure Map! Exploring map making in nature journaling April 12th: How’s Your Favorite Tree(s) doing? (Layout of your journal page.) May 10th: Let’s Create a Landscape in 3-D! Step-by-Step of How to Create a Cross Section Diagram Registration is not required. You may bring your journal and art materials, but if you need, basic paper and pencils will be provided If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Amanda Koval or Jennie Beck. Amanda.koval@usda.gov playwithart214@gmail.com (Jennie) 29270 Cty Hwy G.
• 02/08/2025
  Legendary Waters Cribbage Winter Series: 2 Person Partner Event.  Registration begins at 3pm, Pegging begins at 5pm.  $50/Team -$10 Legendary Rewards/Person.  1-4^th Places Cash Prizes (exact prize money is based on number of teams) 5-8^th Places $50 Legendary Rewards.  Other dates: March 15.  37600 Onigamiing Drive, Bayfield. 715-779-3712.
• 02/08/2025
  Join us at South Shore Taphouse in Washburn for a night of live music with Nick Kuka 7-9pm! A singer, songwriter from Washburn, Nick blends his small-town Montana roots into original country songs, 90s alternative rock, and classic country hits. Switching between guitar and piano, he delivers a performance that’s sure to entertain all music lovers. Come out, grab one of our locally brewed beers, and enjoy a night of great tunes and good company! No cover-just good vibes.  532 W Bayfield St, Washburn.
• 02/09/2025
  North End Classic Cross-Country Ski Race, Cable. 12.5K, 25K, and cookie classic kid’s races, Rivers Eatery, Cable. Online registration closes at 3pm on Saturday, Feb. 10. Race begins at 10am at the Birkie Trail at west end of Power line near North End Trail-head, finishes at North End Cabin. Bib pick-up Saturday Feb 8th from 6-7:30pm and Sunday Feb 9th from 7:30-9:30am at Redbery Books. For more information, call 715-798-3599, or visit www.northendskiclub.org/north-end-classic-race/.
• 02/09/2025
  The Alley Presents: Super Bowl Party! Prize for the best dressed “Fan-atic”. Come dressed in your favorite team’s swag! Bingo starting at 5:30pm during the BIG GAME! Must be present to win. Grand prize: Fishing Trip for you & 5 friends with Beyond the Catch Guide Service! Prizes include: Cobblestone Hotel stay & dinner! Taste of Wisconsin gift cards, Dinner and a movie package, Valentines Day gift card package. Buy raffle tickets for chances to win many prizes! Dinner & Drink Specials too! 808 Main St W. 715-682-4200.
• 02/11/2025
  Cable Natural History Museum. Science at the Sawmill: Helpful Insects and Pollinators. Join Master Gardener Sue Reinardy to learn how, what, when, and where to cultivate native plants that provide food for butterflies, songbirds, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects. There are many plants for your garden that are not only beautiful but also provide food for wildlife and insects. Join us at 6:30pm at the Sawmill Saloon. Arrive early to enjoy dinner and drinks! Register by February 10 by calling 715-798-3890 or visiting cablemuseum.org. $5 member/$10 non-member. 13505 US-63, Hayward.
• 02/12/2025
  Wednesday Night Chalet Socials are back at Mt. Ashwabay! 6pm. Join us for Lost in the Woods Improv! It will be an evening loaded with hilarious improv, laughter, and fun! All ages are welcome. Food – Drinks – Fun!   32525 Ski Hill Rd, Bayfield.
• 02/13-15/2025
  The Landing invites you…Three courses, two hearts, one price! Get excited as we look ahead to Valentines Day! We are thrilled to bring you another all-inclusive, multi-course, dining experience. Join us for an opportunity to customize your three-course meal | choose from four appetizers, five entrees, & three desserts! All entrees are served with your choice of soup -or- salad, and your entree selection determines your price! Our exclusive Valentines menu* will run Thursday February 13th – Saturday February 15th! Don’t miss out on these awesome dishes. Call to get your reservations in! *Please note, our regular menu will NOT be available these days! We will run only this menu over the course of the three days, including our Friday Fish Fry on the 14th* Open 11am-8pm Mon-Thurs, 11am-9pm Fri & Sat with Happy Hour Monday-Friday, 3-6pm. 101 Lake Shore Dr. W.
• 02/13/2025
  Galentines Bingo at The Local Bar & Grille. 6pm. $20 Pre-registration, $25 at the Door. Valentine Themed Drink Menu. Cash Prizes. 3000 Golf Course Rd.
• 02/13/2025
  White Winter Winery: Herbal Aphrodisiacs Love Potions and Infused Mead. 6:30pm. Unlock the secrets of nature’s most enchanting herbs in this hands-on class exploring the art of herbal aphrodisiacs. Dive into the romantic and revitalizing properties of herbs like damiana, rose, nutmeg, ashwagandha, and shatavari. Together, we’ll create love potion, individualized for you. We will infuse mead with these captivating botanicals, blending traditional wisdom with creative flair. Discover how these herbs support vitality, connection, and passion as we explore their energetic and physical effects. Leave inspired and equipped with your own herbal creations to spark joy and connection. And of course, Mead, believed for centuries to be a powerful aphrodisiac, will be available for purchase by the glass or bottle. 68323 Lea Street Iron River.
• 02/13/2025
  Bingo Night, Wine not join us at The Sandbar? 6:30-8:30pm 1/2 off bottles of wine. Games start at 6:30pm. Cards are $2 and prizes each round. We play for an hour. Come early for a seat and enjoy a bite to eat. 2521 Lake Shore Dr W.
• 02/13/2025
  Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center: Chequamegon Audubon Program- Why Butterflies Need Volcanoes. 7-8pm @ Theater. Naturalist Emily Stone traveled to Michoacán, Mexico, in December 2022 to visit the sanctuaries where monarch butterflies overwinter. The temperate fir forests that cradle the butterflies sit atop high peaks of the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt. In a delicate balance between staying cool enough to conserve fat stores and warm enough not to freeze, the monarchs seek out a variety of microhabitats even as the climate changes around them. The tangle of relationships will astound you. Hosting by USFWS. 29270 Cty Hwy G.
• 02/14 & 15/2025
  The Backstage presents: Love Is… Celebrate the season of love with the Blue Canvas Orchestra in an uplifting program from the heart. Friday, 7pm and Saturday matinée, 2pm. Ed Willett leads the Blue Canvas Orchestra featuring Tom Mitchell, Danielle Diamond, Phillip Anich, Vince Osborn, and James Shafstall up close and personal at The Backstage. Love ballads, poetry, and laughs will light the fire and warm our chilly February hearts. Bring your sweetheart, group of friends, or come solo; everyone will enjoy the music, vibe, food, and drink! Evening show: Doors open with full bar & food available starting at 5:30 Matinee: Doors open with full bar starting at 1:00. Tickets. 84810 Hwy 13 Bayfield.
• 02/14-15/2025
  Harbor Table invites you to dine on Valentine’s Weekend! Harbor Table Valentine Menu
• 02/14/2025
  Come celebrate Valentine’s Day at New China Restaurant!  Buffet only from 4-9pm. Adults: $23.99 Kids (10 and under): $13.99 Dinner Specials too! Reservations are recommended so please make one today! 715-682-6601 300 Lake Shore Dr W. We look forward to having you!
• 02/14/2025
  Taqueria La Monarca -Valentine Specials: Mocajete for 2 – $34.99  Thin slice of Ribeye Steak, Chicken breast, cactus leaf, grilled shrimp, grilled queso fresco, grilled chorizo, and pastor.  Drink specials: $7.99  Paloma and Tequila Sunrise cocktails.  311 Main Street East.
• 02/14/2025
  Legendary Waters Resort & Casino invite you to their Valentine’s Day Dinner Buffet Special from 5-8pm. Prime Rib & Crab Legs $49.99. Reservations are recommended-Call 715-779-9468. 37600 Onigamiing Dr.
• 02/14/2025
  Book Across the Bay Winter Carnival Come Play by the Bay! Join us under the Big Heated Tent located between the Marina & Kreher Park for Locally crafted beers, ciders, soda, food and live music 5:30pm Bentley Brehm, 7pm Lost in the Woods Improv & 8:30pm Bentley Brehm.  Entry fee $5 for this Special Valentine’s Evening.
• 02/15/2025
  City of Ashland hosts Book Across the Bay Winter Carnival near Ashland Marina & Kreher Park starting at 10am. Join us for the Book Across the Bay Winter Carnival! The big heated tent will be set up near the Ashland Marina & Kreher Park. Carnival festivities include: Craft & Wellness Market, Live Music, Food Trucks & Booths, Locally crafted Beer & Wine, Snow sculpture contest, Snowball launching competition, Sledding Hill, Chequamegon Bay Kite Festival, Live Music with entry fee of $5 for nonparticipants at 5pm…11am The Ringtones, 1pm Mark Rossow, 2:30pm Square Neck Devils, 6pm Foreign Object, & Champagne Glitter Train at the post-race after party 8pm, Fireworks, and…of course, the Iconic Book Across the Bay race! To register for the race please go to: www.batb.org. The ABC Sportsmen’s Annual Kid’s Ice Fishing Contest will also be taking place at Kreher Park! New this year-Starlight Sauna Experience by Superior Sauna & Steam.
• 02/15/2025
  ABC Sportmen’s Annual Kid’s Ice Fishing Contest at Kreher Park! 200 Prentice Ave. N. 10am-2pm, free to all kids ages 5-15. Two age classes 5-9 & 10-15. Categories of Fish – Perch, Northern, Trout, and other. First 200 kids get Prizes. Trophies for top 3 largest fish in each category. Refreshments, Prizes and Fun!  Holes will be pre-drilled or drill your own in designated area only! Bring your own poles & tackle. Live bait will be provided. Register at the Pavilion before going on the ice! Volunteers welcome. Call Wanda Hyde 715-373-2088. Sponsored by your ABC Sportsmen Club & River Rock Inn & Bait.
• 02/15/2025
  It’s back! The BOOK IT Fun Kids XC Ski Race sponsored by Solstice Outdoors.  Registration is required and will take place at the Solstice Outdoors table in the Book Across the Bay tent located at the Ashland Marina. Registration starts is 10-11:15am. The races start at 11:30am. The race is free and each participant will receive a medal and a cookie. Questions, please call Solstice Outdoors at 715-682-3590.  Penguin Fun Race for children 8 and under starts at 11:30am.  Polar Bear Race for children 9 and up starts immediately after.  Racers can be dropped off at the Book Across the Bay tent area and parking is located near Kreher Park
• 02/15/2025
  Ashland Parks & Recreation Kite Fest! 1-4pm at 6th Ave Beach, 110 6th Ave N. Bring a kite, a few friends, and be prepared to have fun on frozen Lake Superior. For more information call 715-682-7059.
• 02/15/2025
  Cable Natural History Museum. Junior Naturalist Activity Day: Museum Exploration.  Families can stop by the Cable Natural History Museum’s classroom anytime between 10am-noon to participate in hands-on activities, challenges, and crafts dedicated to connecting you with museum specimens! Adults should stay with their children and are encouraged to play with us! Donations welcome. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. 13470 Co Hwy M, Cable.
• 02/15/2025
  Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center presents Birch Fairy House Workshop. 10am-noon. Come help out the fairies! Materials for making darling, irresistible houses for our Northwoods fairies will be provided, including a birch log “blank” on a base. All ages welcome, but children under age 13 need to be accompanied by an adult. This program is sponsored in part by the Wisconsin Historical Society and the Friends of the Center. Space is limited. $20 per fairy house. Vivianne Hanke will be your instructor and she and her family offer this special program as a fundraiser to the Friends of the Center. Call Rose at 715-685-9983 with questions.  Click here to register.
• 02/15/2025
  25th Anniversary Sno-Jacks Bar Stool Races in Drummond in the middle of the beautiful Chequamegon National Forest. This is a Sno-Jacks fundraiser with food, drink and great raffle ticket prizes! Registration is at 11am, race starts at 12pm. General Race/Powder Puff/Open Class racing. Fun Fun Fun with food and beverages served next to the track. Trophies & cash prizes! Visit dirtandsno-jacks.com for more info and to register!
• 02/15/2025
  Book Across the Bay at Kreher Park, Ashland, at 6pm. Packet Pickup starts at 10am along with Winter Carnival. Cross-country ski race and tour, or snowshoe trek across Chequamegon Bay. Navigate the 10K course by the light of the stars plus hundreds of candlelit ice luminaries. Join us for this unique winter event. For more information, call 715-682-2500, or visit www.batb.org.
• 02/15/2025
  Glidden Sno-bears Annual Toilet Seat Races and Toddler Snowmobile races. Town of Jacobs Town Hall, 23 N Grant St. Registration 11am, race at 12noon, Toilet seat racer sleds and toddler snowmobiles are furnished. Everyone required to wear a helmet. Come out for food, fun, raffles, meat raffles and prizes.
• 02/15/2025
  Join Landmark Conservancy staff and the Friends of Lincoln Community Forest for a fun afternoon of recreation! 1-3pm. Come explore the 5 miles of trails at the Lincoln Community Forest. Some trails will be groomed for skiing. Bring your own Nordic skis and snowshoes. If there is insufficient snow, the event will be a hike! Participants can explore on their own or join a group on a guided excursion (less than 3 miles). The Friends group will also do a ride-along grooming demo to see the groomer in action! Meet at the main trailhead at Lincoln Community Forest. Dress appropriately for the weather. Bring snacks and a water bottle. If conditions are icy, we recommend bringing traction devices for your boots – like Yak Trax, snowshoes with crampons, and hiking poles. No restrooms will be available on site. For more information contact Erika Lang: erika@landmarkwi.org Registration is requested!
• 02/15/2025
  Healing Patriots Steak Feed & Dance at VFW Post 7300 in Glidden. Meal 4-7pm. Music 7-11pm. $25 per ticket. Music by JT Crocker. 200 Tickets available. VFW Post 7300 receives the bar proceeds and Healing Patriots receives the food proceeds. Contact a VFW Member or GJ Eder (715-663-0727) to purchase your tickets.
• 02/15/2025
  Reggae on the Rez. Legendary Waters, in Partnership with Big Top Chautauqua, Presents: A Willow Pit Production Reggae on the Rez: A Night of Island Vibes in the Chequamegon Bay Area! Shake off the winter chill and heat things up with Reggae on the Rez, the premier Reggae event for the Chequamegon Bay area! Join us at Legendary Waters Resort & Casino on Saturday, February 15th for a night filled with irresistible rhythms, great vibes, and unforgettable entertainment. We want to throw a winter bash for the entire area. Whether you’re a Reggae aficionado or just love a good time, this event promises something for everyone. Event Details Featuring: International Reggae Allstars: Bringing global reggae sounds to the stage! Spring Fed: A local favorite to get the night started. DJ Reggie Rez: Spinning tunes to keep the party alive late into the night. Doors Open at 6pm. Spring Fed 7pm, International Reggae Allstars 8pm, DJ Reggie Rez: 10:30 to close. Event Center at Legendary Waters. 37600 Onigamiing Dr, Bayfield. Tickets: $10 (available at the door) Specialty Caribbean cocktails and Delicious island-inspired cuisine. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind celebration of Reggae music! ALL are welcome! Gather your crew, mark your calendar, and get ready for an epic night of fun and island vibes!
• 02/15/2025
  Ashland High School Sweeties Dance, in the Commons at AHS, 1900 Beaser Ave., from 8-11pm. For more information, call 715-682-7089.
• 02/16/2025
  Ashland Ice Racing- at Maslowski Beach (pending ice conditions) Registration: 10-11am.  Pit Meeting: 11:15am.  Green flag flies at 11:30am.  See you all there!   For weekly updates please refer to our Facebook Page. Thursday evening prior to the scheduled race day.
• 02/18/2025
  Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center: Demystifying Strategic Planning for Small Non-Profit Orgs. 9:30-11:30am @ Multi Purpose Room. Demystifying Strategic Planning for Small Non-Profit Orgs Are you frustrated by board meetings that seem to go nowhere? Is your group spending a lot of time talking without making meaningful headway on goals? Does it ever feel like folks aren’t pulling in the same direction? These are often signs that your organization is in need of a strategic plan. In this short seminar, we’ll introduce the topic of Strategic planning and answer some important questions: What is strategic planning and what is involved in developing a plan? How do you know if your organization needs a strategic plan? How do you prepare for a planning event? What can organizations do on their own to think more strategically? How do you know if you need outside help to develop a plan and where can you find it? Kellie Pederson, Community Development UW Extension Educator for Bayfield County will present the topic. There will be plenty of time for Q&A and resources shared to support your org in taking it’s next steps. Great for Board Members, Exec Directors, and anyone else with an interest or questions on Strategic Planning. 9:30am-11:30am. Event is Free. Please register to attend. Registration link can be found at : bayfield.extension.wisc.edu. 29270 Cty Hwy G.
• 02/18/2025
  Cable Natural History Museum. Talon Talk Live Raptor Program Meet the Cable Natural History Museum’s live education raptors in person! Learn all about the amazing world of birds of prey from Naturalist Haley Selen.10:30-11:30 a.m. Please come early to find a seat. Donations welcome. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call 715-798-3890. 13470 Co Hwy M, Cable.
• 02/18/2025
  Science on Tap at The Alley at 6:30pm! 806 Main St W. The Superior Rivers Watershed Association is hosting Ashland’s beloved Science on Tap! Nicole Watson, PhD. of Michigan State University: Return of the Grayling. Arctic Grayling were once the dominant stream salmonid in the northern lower peninsula of Michigan. My research focused on considerations for the reintroduction of Grayling to Michigan with a focus on their early life interactions with Brook and Brown Trout. Nicole graduated from Michigan State University in early 2024 with a doctoral degree in Fisheries Ecology and Management with a dual degree in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior. My research focused on Arctic Grayling early life history, water choice, and competition and predation with Brook and Brown Trout. I lived and worked as a Fish Biologist and Analyst for two years in Alaska. I moved to Ashland this past summer to join USGS as a Fishery Biologist on Lake Superior. Every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Alley in Ashland. Free and open to the public. Science on Tap is an opportunity for the community to hear about regional and relevant science from scientists themselves while enjoying beer, coffee and good company! Visit: www.superiorrivers.org/science-on-tap/
• 02/19-23/2025
  2024 American Birkebeiner, Kortelopet, Hayward, WI
• 02/21-22/2025
  Annual Father-Daughter Dinner Dance. Calling all fathers and daughters, young and old at the AmericInn Conference Center in Ashland.  Hosted by Baynet.
• 02/21/2025
  Cable Natural History Museum.Collections Lab: Butterfly Pinning. Explore behind-the-scenes of the Cable Natural History Museum’s entomology (insect) collection! Watch a butterfly pinning demo from 11am-noon and explore the Collections Look-in Lab with our Curator anytime between 12:30-1pm. All ages welcome, but adults are encouraged to stay with children during activities. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. 13470 Co Hwy M, Cable.
• 02/21/2025
  Come and join Northland Women’s Hockey for Home Themed Nights at the Bay Area Civic Center. Senior Night! 7pm.
• 02/22/2025
  Neighborly Bar 2025 Ice Fishing Contest!! Raffles and over 100 prizes! Tickets on Sale Now! Call the Bar at 715-682-9908 with any questions.
• 02/22/2025
  Read with a Ranger at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center.  Join a Park Ranger for story time followed by a craft. Geared for ages 3 to 7 but all are welcome! Every other Saturday at 10am. See you there!  Other dates are: March 8 & 22. 29270 Co Hwy G.  715-685-2645
• 02/22/2025
  Cable Natural History Museum. Collections Lab: Nature’s Design. Explore behind-the-scenes of the Cable Natural History Museum’s collection! Join a maker program from 11 a.m.-noon as we model and create from designs found in the animals, plants, and rocks in our collection. Explore the Collections Look-in Lab with our Curator anytime between 12:30-1pm. All ages welcome, but adults are encouraged to stay with children during activities. For more info visit cablemuseum.org or call the Cable Natural History Museum at 715-798-3890. 13470 Co Hwy M, Cable.
• 02/22/2025
  Flourish presents:  Creative Transformation – Terra Cotta Treasures.  1-3pm.  This workshop will include all your materials to create a beautiful terra cotta planter or Trinket and treasure container. You can choose the size of your pot and the medium you would like to use. Lots of paints and fabrics, beads and knobs to choose from. The cost of the class is $25 (there will be an upcharge at class if you choose a large pot) Something fun to do with a friend, come on in and join us! Please register on our website at flourishashland.com  1314 Lake Shore Drive W. Suite 2, Ashland.
• 02/22/2025
  Come and join Northland Women’s Hockey for Home Themed Nights at the Bay Area Civic Center. Paws & Pucks, CHA Support Day! 2pm.
• 02/22/2025
  The Ashland Chamber Music Society has an exciting concert series for you to enjoy! “It Came from Hollywood” at 7:30pm at United Presbyterian Congregational Church. Tickets are $15 per concert. To buy tickets you can contact acms.bh.22@gmail.com or purchase at the ticket table the night of the concert. 214 Vaughn Ave.
• 02/23-25/2025
  L&M Fleet Supply 10% Off Store-wide Sale held February 23-25,2025. All Departments on Sale. In addition, we will be offering 10% off on our website with promo code LOVE10 to capture those online shoppers.  Some restrictions apply.  1910 Lake Shore Dr E.
• 02/23/2025
  White Winter Winery: FIRE! In the Iron River Area. Fire history of Iron River. 1-3pm, Iron River’s 1892 Fire (6 business blocks burned) and 1911 Fire (2 business blocks burned) will be discussed. Join us for another great presentation by Dick Rewalt from the Western Bayfield County Historical Society. Dick will also present some follow up to the Railroad presentation from last year. The presentation is FREE. A purchase of a beverage is appreciated so we can continue to provide these presentations. Optional $15 Box lunch includes: 1/2 Chicken Caesar wrap, pickle, chips & cookie. 68323 Lea St, Iron River.
• 02/23/2025
  Ashwabay Outdoor Education Foundation Presents 24th Annual KING/QUEEN of the MOUNTAIN Rychel Cup Alpine Race Series. Pre-Register by February 19 at 6pm. Check In: 10am. Race Start Time: 11am. 2 Slalom, 2 Giant Slalom, 2 Super-G Races. Fastest Combined Times. $12 Gate Fee to benefit Racing Program. Questions? Call 715-779-3227 or lessons@mtashwabay.org. To Register, please email: Racer Name, Date of Birth, M/F to lessons@mtashwabay.org A Fun Race for the Whole Family!
• 02/23/2025
  Ashland Ice Racing- at Maslowski Beach (pending ice conditions) Registration: 10-11am.  Pit Meeting: 11:15am.  Green flag flies at 11:30am.  See you all there!   For weekly updates please refer to our Facebook Page. Thursday evening prior to the scheduled race day.
• 02/23/2025
  Mellen Rod and Gun Club Fishing Contest on Lake Galilee, from 8am-3pm. Prize drawings are from 12-3pm. Great prizes! For more information, call 715-274-2136.
• 02/25/2025
  NWCC of Tamarack Health in collaboration with Essentia Health hosts Courageous Connections, a Cancer Support Group at Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center, 1615 Maple Lane in the Stockton Island meeting room on the ground floor near the coffee shop. 11am-12pm. There are virtual options available as well. We provide a safe and welcoming space to allow for sharing patients’ and caregivers’ experiences. We also provide guest speakers on cancer and caregiving-related topics such as: fear of recurrence, emotional impacts of cancer, finding hope and much more! For adults diagnosed with cancer, caregivers, and loved ones impacted by cancer. Please RSVP in advance by calling Laura Martinsen 715-685-5004.
• 02/27-03/01/2025
  Home Expressions Spring Open House, Thursday, February 27, 10am-5:30pm; Friday, February 28, 10:30am-5:30pm and Saturday, March 1, 10am-4pm.
• 02/27/2025
  Bingo & Chili Night at The Sandbar. 6:30-8:30pm. Join us for two of our favorite things: Bingo night with a side of chili! We’ll have two types of chili and we’ll play 5-7 games of bingo with prizes each round. $2 cards and a final prize round. Come early for a seat and bite to eat! 2521 Lake Shore Dr W.
• 02/28/2025
  The Backstage presents: Gin, Chocolate & Bottle Rockets. With natural musical chemistry, GCBR shares a bond in spirit and genuine passion for performance. The Indie Pop/Singer-Songwriter trio delivers powerhouse harmonies reminiscent of Wilson Phillips, The Wailin’ Jennys, and the legendary supergroup of Dolly, EmmyLou and Linda. The trio from Madison features Beth Kille, Jen Farley, and Shawndell Marks in a performance for everyone who enjoys songs that dig beneath the surface of love, life and self-discovery.  Doors open with full bar & food available starting at 5:30. Tickets. 84810 Hwy 13 Bayfield.

Monthly February Happenings:

• Ashland High School Sports Schedule 
• Northland College Sports Schedule
• Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center.Open Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-5pm
• Vaughn Public Library – It’s not just books anymore.
• Follow the Mural Brick Road … in the county of the land of Ashland.  A fun scavenger hunt with the beautiful murals in Ashland County!
• The East End Ice Rink  Located at 16th Ave E & 5th St E.  Lights will be on nightly from dusk to 10pm.  Warming house will be open Thursday – Sunday various hrs. There will be skate rentals & concessions available Fridays & Saturdays.  Any questions call 715-682-7059.  Any questions call 715-682-7059.
• Bay Area Civic Center Open Skate – Wednesdays 7:30-9pm  February 2, 9, 16  & 23.  $5 per skater.  Skate Sharpening available for $3.
• Mt. Ashwabay Winter Season Events/Programs. Kids Youth Night from Friday nights from 4-9pm, Saturdays MadSki program and Sundays NASTAR racing Sundays at 1:30pm. For more information, call 715-779-3227, or visit www.mtashwabay.org.
• Sundays on Chequamegon Bay, Car Ice-Races, if conditions permit.  3/8 mile oval track on Lake Superior.  Full/midsize cars and trucks and also FWD are all welcome to join our fun on Sunday afternoons.  Weather and ice conditions can change, please check Ashland Ice-Racing Facebook page here for more information and updates.
• Bayfield Rec Center & Recreation and Fitness Resources:  140 S. Broad St., Bayfield www.recreationandfitnessresources.org  715-779-5408.
• Bad River Lodge & Casino Sunday Spins in February 8am-11pm every Sunday. Red Hot Kiosk Game, Feb 14th 8am-11am. Win from $10 in rewards plan to $15 in cash.
• Chequamegon Food Coop – Micro-loans through the Chequamegon Food Co-op now available to local producers.  In an effort to support the local food system and increase the availability of local products, the Chequamegon Food Co-op offers biannual, no interest micro-loans. Since 2008, we have awarded over $250,000 in micro-loans to qualified local food & goods producers. These small, no interest loans are capped at $5,000 and have up to a 3-year payback period. Apply by March 1st. For more information contact John Adams at 715-682-8251 or visit https://www.chequamegonfoodcoop.com/micro-loans/
• Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church BINGO! Tuesday nights!  Doors open 5:30pm, Bingo starts at 6:30pm. Food and Beverages for sale. 201 Lake Shore Dr E Ashland. For more information go to 715-682-7620.
• Big Top Chautauqua Open Mic Night Year Round Wednesdays 6-9pm at The Backstage.
• The Local Trivia Night around the bar every Monday at 6:30pm.
• Karoke with JD Bass at The Alley every 2nd & 3rd Tuesday.

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