General Announcements
Ties That Bind Us will be hosting an ongoing Cancer Support Group/Caregivers Support Group meeting on the first Tuesday of every month, next meeting is Tuesday, October 1st. The meeting will be held at 6:00 pm at Incredible Bank on North Fourth Street. For more information or if you have any questions call 499-3326.
The Lincoln County Health Department will be holding a Youth Vaccine Clinic on Wednesday, October 23 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm. Pre-registration is required and can be completed by calling the Health Department at 715-536-0307.
The Lincoln County Health Department is holding it's Walk-In Wednesday Adult Flu Shot Clinics. The Clinic will be held at 607 N Sales St. Merrill from 8:30am to 4:30pm each Wednesday throught November 13th.
The Tomahawk Lions Club Turkey Shoot Out raffle tickets are now available. Tickets are $50.00 each with a total of $10,000.00 to be given away with twenty-$500.00 prizes. The drawing will be held on November 11th at 8:00 pm at Floyd's Timber Tavern. Tickets are available from Lions members, Trig's and here at WJJQ. Tickets are limited so pick-up yours soon.
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.
The Tomahawk Historical Society Shoe Drive Fundraiser is coming to an end with the pick up planned for the morning of Saturday September 21. People can still drop off new or gently used footwear at the collection box at the Trig's Service Counter on Thursday and Friday. Shoes will be distributed to those in developing nations while the Historical Society will receive a financial contribution for their expansion project.
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.
The Nicolet College Academic Success program will be assisted by Nate Mickelson as the instructor. Classes meet on Monday and Wednesday in the community room of the library. It is from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm and individuals can get help on basic skills, earning a High School diploma or assistance with college coursework.
Thursday, September 19
The Tomahawk Historical Society Shoe Drive Fundraiser is coming to an end with the pick up planned for Saturday, September 21. People can still drop off new or gently used footwear at the collection box at the Trig's Service Counter on Thursday and Friday. Shoes will be distributed to those in developing nations while the Historical Society will receive a financial contribution for their expansion project.
Friday, September 20
The Tomahawk Historical Society Shoe Drive Fundraiser is coming to an end with the pick up planned for Saturday, September 21. People can still drop off new or gently used footwear at the collection box at the Trig's Service Counter on Friday. Shoes will be distributed to those in developing nations while the Historical Society will receive a financial contribution for their expansion project.
Saturday, September 21
The Township of Nokomis is hosting a roadside cleanup. They'll meet at the Nokomis Town Hall at 7am to organize and distribute supplies, such as trash bags and safety vests (Note: Safety vests are limited, so please bring your own if you have one).
Tomahawk Farm and Flea Market will be held at the True Value Hardware Store parking lot from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. Find a wide variety of vendors with local artisan, flea market treasurers, crafters and more. Our Sisters House will be hosting the fund-raising food tent with Sloppy Joes, chips and lemonade.
Plum Lake Event and Equestrian Center at 8177 Plum Lake Station Road in Sayner WI will be holding a Fun Run, Farm Breakfast, and Brat Fry. Race Registration beings at 7:00 am, Bakery and Beverages available at 7:00 am, Race Begins at 8:00 am, Breakfast made by Milky Way Coffee Co. will start at 8:30 am and the Brat and Beer tent will be open from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
The Nokomis ATV Club will be holding their Annual Fall Party at the Prairie Rapids Tavern pavilion from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. This event is open to the public and there will be raffles, food and fun. Club cash raffle drawing will be held at 3:00 pm.
Sunday, September 22
St. Mary's Church will be holding a Family Mass at 9:30 am with a free brunch and children's activities will follow. All are welcome.
Tomahawk Fire Department will be holding their annual raffle at Mary's Hangout from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. You have a chance to win gift cards, chamber bucks, gift baskets and more. Enjoy a BBQ sandwich and support the Tomahawk Fire Department. Any questions call Ron at 612-0298.
Monday, September 23
The Northwoods Riders Snowmobile Club will be holding a general membership meeting at 7pm at the Loophole on County L in Nokomis. The meeting will be in their tented area.
Wednesday, September 25
Global Day of Student Led Prayer will hold a prayer group at the Elementary Flag Pole from 7:20 am to 7:45 am, all are welcome.
Wa Wui Bingo at the Sara Park Activity Center. Fifteen games will be played between $500.00 and $1,000.00 to be given away. Doors open at 5:30 pm, cards go on sale at 6:00 pm and the first game starts at 7:00 pm. Everyone is invited to join the fun.
The Tomahawk Historical Society will be hosting a Wine and Cheese Night from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the museum on Washington Avenue. Join them for some wine, conversation and Tomahawk History.
Thursday, September 26
POPS in Prentice will be holding their Rummage Sale at the Prentice Lion's Pavilion from 8am to 5pm. Restocked daily, featuring Craft Supplies and Holiday Decor. For more information please call Celine at 715-767-5119 or 715-493-5729.
Friday, September 27
POPS in Prentice will be holding their Rummage Sale at the Prentice Lion's Pavilion from 8am to 5pm. Restocked daily, featuring Craft Supplies and Holiday Decor. For more information please call Celine at 715-767-5119 or 715-493-5729.
Saturday, September 28
Take in the changing leaves with the annual Northwoods Ice Age Trail Fall Color Hike. They'll be exploring the Grandfather Falls segment. Meet at Camp New Wood County Park parking area by 10am. Plan for a 3 mile hike. Hiking boots, weather appropriate clothes, water and bug repellent are encouraged. The event is free, but a donation to the local Ice Age Trail Chapter is welcome.
The Rhinelander Food Pantry will be hosting their annual Harvest Hoedown in Pioneer Park in Rhinelander from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Entry is free so come and enjoy a beautiful Fall day in the park. Activities include free games for kids including face painting and a bounce house, live music, and horse drawn wagon rides to the pumpkin patch. They'll also have a bake sale and raffles. Photos with the Giant Pumpkin and the Hodag will be from 1:00 to 3:00pm. Park in the old hospital lot and take the shuttle to and from the event.
POPS in Prentice will be holding their Rummage Sale at the Prentice Lion's Pavilion from 8am to 5pm. Restocked daily, featuring Craft Supplies and Holiday Decor. For more information please call Celine at 715-767-5119 or 715-493-5729.
Monday, September 30
Town of Nokomis will be holding flu and covid shot clinic at the Town of Nokomis Town Hall from Noon to 1.
Tuesday, October 1
The Lincoln County Health Departments and their community partners will be holding another 'Community Baby Shower.' This is a free event for families expecting a baby and parents, caregivers, grandparents of children ages 0-18 months. They'll have information on a wide range of topics including CPR, car seats, safe sleep, and early literacy. They'll also have a limited supply of child essentials. Stop by the Lincoln County Service Center any time between 3pm and 6pm.
Thursday, October 3
POPS in Prentice will be holding their Rummage Sale at the Prentice Lion's Pavilion from 8am to 5pm. Restocked daily, featuring Craft Supplies and Holiday Decor. For more information please call Celine at 715-767-5119 or 715-493-5729.
Friday, October 4
POPS in Prentice will be holding their Rummage Sale at the Prentice Lion's Pavilion from 8am to 5pm. Restocked daily, featuring Craft Supplies and Holiday Decor. For more information please call Celine at 715-767-5119 or 715-493-5729.
Saturday, October 5
POPS in Prentice will be holding their Rummage Sale at the Prentice Lion's Pavilion from 8am to 5pm. Restocked daily, featuring Craft Supplies and Holiday Decor. For more information please call Celine at 715-767-5119 or 715-493-5729.
Saturday, October 12
St. Mary's School will be holding their Rummage Sale in the St. Mary's Church Corpus Christi Center from 7am to 3pm. For question and info please call 453-2878.
Saturday, October 19
School District of Tomahawk will be holding a Halloween Luminary Trail in the School Forest with Treehaven's Spooktacular Specimens form 5pm to 8pm. Walk through a portion of the school forest with luminaries lighting the way! This is not a haunted trail, just short hike for all ages with environmental education station with kids activities. Cost is $2.00 per person or $5.00 for a family, or one non paerisable good per person as a food pantry donation. Costumes Encouraged, wagons welcome but no pets please.
Monday, October 28
The Northwoods Riders Snowmobile Club will be holding a general membership meeting at 7pm at the Tilted Loon on County L in Nokomis.
Tuesday, November 12
American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held today from 11:30 to 5:30 pm at Grace Lutheran Church, 108 W. Somo Ave, Tomahawk. For an appointment call: 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org. Appointments are recommended, walk-ins welcome. Please bring with you a Red Cross or Photo ID.
Wednesday, November 13
Monday, November 25
The Northwoods Riders Snowmobile Club will be holding a general membership meeting at 7pm at B's Landing Bar.
