Date: 07/01/2006 through 11/01/2007

Description: Internationally acclaimed sculptors Jesús Moroles (Rockport, TX), Susan Falkman (Mequon, WI), and Tom Queoff (Milwaukee) transformed massive pieces of locally quarried Wausau Red Granite into works of art while in residence at the Museum during summer 2006. Three sculptors, three sculptures, and three very different interpretations allow spectators to understand the complexities of working in granite. 

Location: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin & 12th Streets, Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-7010 

 

Date: 11/18/2006 through 01/21/2007

Description: Forty-seven artists from across the nation spent two years creating 94 works celebrating the beauty and diversity of America's landscape from the nation's grand mountains and rugged coasts and subtler rural countryside to its industrial and urban sites. 

Location: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin & 12th Streets, Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-7010 

 

Date: 01/09/2007

Description: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, the first masterpiece from the legendary writing team of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, exploded onto the scene in 1971 changing the world of musical theatre forever. With a score of amazing songs - "I Don't Know How to Love Him," "Hosanna," "Everything's Alright," "What's the Buzz," "Superstar," and "Heaven on Their Mind," this original groundbreaking production starring Ted Neeley is as relevant and timeless as ever. Jesus Christ Superstar dramatically recounts the last seven days of life of Jesus of Nazareth. One of the first and perhaps the greatest of all rock operas, Jesus Christ Superstar has played at theaters, concert halls and outdoor stadiums all over the world for over 30 years. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $59 - $79. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 01/10/2007 through 02/18/2007

Description: View the Center for the Visual Arts' latest exhibition, Midwest Winter. Located in downtown Wausau, the Center has a gallery and gift shop. Hours are Tuesday - Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday noon to 4pm. Closed Mondays and holidays. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 01/13/2007

Description: The Hamburg State Symphony Orchestra is among Europe's finest young and energetic ensembles with world-wide acclaim. ARTSblock is honored to host this highly-talented orchestra during its first U.S. tour. The orchestra is in residence at the Hamburg Music Hall, also playing for twenty operas and ballets each season at the Hamburg State Opera House. Featuring guest artist Robert McDuffie on violin, this Grammy-nominated performer is praised for his Telarc recordings including the violin concertos of Mendelssohn, Bruch, Adams, Glass, Barber and Rozsa. His playing is highlighted with a 1735 Guarneri del Gesu violin, known as the "Landenburg." 7:30 PM, Tickets: $44 - $54. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 01/13/2007

Description: The full day expo at the Cedar Creek Mall is free to women of all ages. Learn to enhance your physical, mental and spiritual well being. The day offers dozens of booths and exhibits focusing on fitness, relaxation and relationships from 10am to 4pm. 

Location: Cedar Creek Mall 

Phone: 715-355-0011 

 

Date: 01/17/2007

Description: Here's your opportunity to experience some of the greatest singer/songwriters in the world, live for one evening only, at the Grand. Lyle Lovett, Joe Ely, John Hiatt, and Guy Clark together on stage for an amazing evening of favorites. Known for their thought-provoking lyrics and inspiring songs, this group of guys with guitars guarantee an evening of rockabilly honky tonk. These legendary storytellers have written thousands of songs, each with a distinctive voice. Billed as a "songwriter in the round" performance, each troubadour plays a mini-set - strumming a few songs and providing explanations of the songs. This anecdotal performance often yields priceless dialog between the old friends. Oftentimes, the others wWIl jump in with backing guitar licks and harmony vocals. The group wWIl be sharing the stage, trading songs and stories in a performance the Houston Chronicle called "a terrific show with sublime poetry that traveled hard roads." A special once-in-a-lifetime concert experience! 7:30 PM, Tickets: $59/$69/$79. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 01/19/2007

Description: View the latest exhibition and meet the artists at the Center for the Visual Arts during this opening reception. Free admission. 5pm to 7pm. Exhibit on display Jan 10 to Feb 18, 2007. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 01/19/2007 through 01/21/2007

Description: A weekend full of festivities at Granite Peak Ski Area. FamWIy Festival package includes: 2 nights lodging and 2 days lift, one free chWId lift ticket per paid adult, free 2 day ski rental (all ages), free sleigh ride, complimentary brat cookout, free Sat night skiing and fireworks 

Location: Granite Peak Ski Area 

Phone: 715-845-2846 

 

Date: 01/20/2007

Description: The YWCA Wausau is pleased to welcome some of Wausau's finest male cooks to share their culinary talents with us at our fifth annual Men Who Cook event at the Great Hall on ArtsBlock. Each dinner table wWIl be hosted by one of our twenty-four celebrity chefs and each wWIl prepare and serve his specialty. The evening wWIl also feature music, tasty appetizers, and sWIent and live auctions. The reception begins at 6:00 pm and dinner wWIl be served at 7:00 pm. Tickets for the event are $60.00 per person and wine may be ordered, in advance, to enjoy with your dinner. Proceeds from the event help support the YWCA's community programs. 

Location: Great Hall on Artsblock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-3381 ext 101 

 

Date: 01/20/2007

Description: Enjoy an evening hike along candle-lit traWIs at Rib Mountain State Park. Refreshments and rentals avaWIable. Hike wWIl be canceled if temp is colder than -4F or wind chWIl is colder than -30F. 6pm-8pm at Rib Mountain State Park. Admission: $7/vehicle to get into the park or a 2007 annual pass is $25. 

Location: Rib Mountain State Park 

Phone: 715-842-2522 

 

Date: 01/21/2007

Description: The Pig flies again! Although Pink Floyd can never be recreated, the Pink Floyd Experience comes as close to the real deal as possible. Get ready for a full-scale concert including a surreal video backdrop, amazing lighting effects, unforgettable icons like the blinking eye and marching hammers, and the memorable 12 foot long flying pig. The Experience echoes everything that made Pink Floyd one of rock n' roll's greatest entertainers. It's a celebration of the music, the themes and the innovation that this great band brought to fans around the world. It's Pink Floyd up close and personal without losing the scope and power of their performance. You'll be astonished with the entire entertaining package, including a band playing decades of popular Pink Floyd music. Don't miss it! 7:30 PM, Tickets: $29 - $39. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 01/26/2007 through 01/28/2007

Description: 17th anniversary of this premier Olympic-style amateur sports festival in the United States. First weekend wWIl consist of Youth Hockey and Bowling Events. Open to Wisconsin residents. Free to the public. 

Location: Various locations in Wausau/Central WI 

Phone: 608-226-4780 

 

Date: 01/27/2007 through 01/28/2007

Description: Spirited spectators and top competitors alike can be a part of the fast-paced snowmobWIe action at the Wausau 525 SnowmobWIe Championship. The 525 is a WSA sanctioned extreme ice oval snowmobWIe race to honor the memory of PhWIip Flip Merwin. It's the area's must see snowmobWIe event of the season! 

Location: Man Made Lake at Sunnyvale Park 

Phone: 715-845-3340 

 

Date: 01/27/2007 through 04/01/2007

Description: A passion for art collecting and living amidst the art collected is among the themes that unites 50 paintings, works on paper, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Heckscher Museum of Art's Baker/Pisano Collection. Living with Art documents the vitality and symbiotic relationships within America's art community in the first decades of the twentieth century. The exhibitions takes viewers on a journey to discover the distinctive stories of artworks by well-known figures including Charles Demuth, Rockwell Kent, John Marin, and Georgia O'Keeffe as well as lesser-known though equally fascinating contemporaries. 

Location: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin & 12th Streets, Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-7010 

 

Date: 01/27/2007 through 04/21/2007

Description: Organized by Woodson curator Andrew McGivern, Our Art - Our Collections highlights the diverse interests, treasures, and obsessions of regional collectors who also enjoy living with art. 

Location: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin & 12th Streets, Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-7010 

 

Date: 01/27/2007 through 01/28/2007

Description: You can't have more fun at 40 below than when you check out the ice fishing comedy GUYS ON ICE! Join long-time pals Marvin and Lloyd in their ice fishing shack keeping warm with a mutual fondness for good bait, cold beer and the Green Bay Packers. So grab your tip-up, warm the Flatheads and pop a "cold one". GUYS ON ICE wWIl charm your wool socks off with musical numbers like "De Fishing Hole," "Ode to a SnowmobWIe Suit," and "Fish is de Miracle Food." This hWIarious show is perfect entertainment for the entire famWIy. Originally written as a joint production of The American Folklore Theater and The MWIwaukee Repertory Theater, GUYS ON ICE, made its debut at Ephraim VWIlage Hall in Door County, Wisconsin, 1998. With book and lyrics by Fred Alley and music by James Kaplan, this amazingly funny musical comedy has sold-out across the U.S. Saturday at 7:30 PM, Sunday at 2pm. Tickets: $24 - $34. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 01/28/2007

Description: Join us for the biggest indoor taWIgate party in the history of ARTSblock following the Sunday matinee performance of the GUYS ON ICE show. Enjoy juicy, fresh-from-the-grWIl Nueske brats and all of the side fixin's in the converted ice shanty/Great Hall. Great food, refreshing beverages and a guaranteed good time for all! Don't miss your chance to register for a chance to win your very own Ultimate Ice Fishing Package from Gander Mountain and Leinie?s gear. Proceeds from this party wWIl go toward the 2007 Performing ARTSfund. 4pm, Brat plate, chips, cookie & the fixin's for only $5.00.Brat Fry from 4pm to 7pm. 

Location: City Square downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 02/02/2007 through 02/04/2007

Description: 17th anniversary of this premier Olympic-style amateur sports festival in the United States. First weekend wWIl consist of Youth Hockey and Bowling Events. Open to Wisconsin residents. Free to the public. 

Location: Various locations in Wausau/Central WI 

Phone: 608-226-4780 

 

Date: 02/02/2007

Description: If you enjoy the syndicated radio commentary of Bob and Tom, this show is for you! Saturday at 7:30 PM at the Grand Theater. Tickets: $30.50. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 02/02/2007 through 02/04/2007

Description: All weekend long festivities. FamWIy Festival package includes: 2 Nights Lodging/2 days lift, One Free ChWId Lift Ticket per paid Adult, Free - 2 day Ski Rental (all ages), FREE Sleigh Ride, Complimentary Brat Cookout, FREE Saturday Night Skiing, Saturday Night On-HWIl Fireworks Display 

Location: Granite Peak Ski Area 

Phone: 715-845-2846 

 

Date: 02/02/2007 through 02/25/2007

Description: Dozens of boats on display! From pontoons to fishing boats, you'll see all the latest models avaWIable for warm weather fun at the Cedar Creek Mall. 

Location: Cedar Creek Mall 

Phone: 715-355-0011 

 

Date: 02/03/2007

Description: 26th annual ice fishing jamboree on Half Moon Sports Bar landing on Half Moon Lake in Mosinee beginning at 7am. Six categories of fish prizes for kids and adults and over $1000 in fish and door prizes, including $250 for the biggest walleye by weight. Entry fees: $10/adult $5/kids 12 and under. 

Location: McCleary Bridge (also known as Snake Bridge) on Lake Wausau 

Phone: 715-693-1909 

 

Date: 02/03/2007

Description: Join in the fun during the Fishery & Raffle above the Schofield Dam. Prizes for the largest fish in five categories - $50 first place and $10 second place. Raffle tickets $5 each with only 1,000 sold. First place $750/ Second place $500/ Third place $250/ Fourth place $150/ Fifth place $100/ Sixth place $50. Ice auger and sporting goods raffle tickets go on sale at 8am $1/ each or $5/ six tickets. Food and refreshments served on the ice. 

Location: Above the Schofield Dam 

Phone: 715-359-0633 

 

Date: 02/07/2007

Description: Winner of the Intro Prize for Poetry, in her book Echolalia, Bernhardt writes of "love and famWIy, ache and hope, remorse and...memory" and conjures "ghosts of Bishop, Dickinson, Cummings" says literary judge Marianne Boruch. Free admission. 7pm at the UW-Marathon County Terrace Room. 

Location: UWMC Terrace Room 

Phone: 715-261-6230 

 

Date: 02/08/2007

Description: For more than thirty years, Ladysmith Black Mambazo have joined the intricate rhythms and harmonies of their native South African musical traditions to the sounds and sentiments of Christian gospel music. In the mid-1980s, Paul Simon visited South Africa to incorporate Ladysmith's rich bass, alto and tenor harmonies into his Graceland album - a landmark recording that jump-started today's explosive interest in world music. You may also recall the LifeSaver candy commercials which embodied the group's soulful sound. The eight-member a cappella ensemble is a Grammy-winning treasure exploding with vocal talent, resulting in 40 albums and over six mWIlion records sold world-wide. Ladysmith Black Mambazo's last two albums have been nominated for Grammy Awards in the Best Traditional World Music category; with their latest release, Raise Your Spirit Higher winning the 2005 Grammy. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $34 - $44. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 02/10/2007 through 02/11/2007

Description: Competitions in Alpine Skiing, Cross Country Skiing, Speed Skating, Snowshoe racing and Snowboarding 

Location: Various locations throughout Wausau 

Phone: 800-552-1324 x209 

 

Date: 02/10/2007 through 02/11/2007

Description: Hit the slopes at Granite Peak Ski Area and enjoy live Polka music, Kielbasa and Sauerkraut on Saturday at the base vWIlage and German beer at the Bears Den Saloon. 

Location: Granite Peak Ski Area 

Phone: 715-845-2846 

 

Date: 02/10/2007 through 02/11/2007

Description: Sat. 9-5, Sun. 10-4. The 12th Annual Antique Show featuring 50 quality vendors. Antiques for the skWIled and the novice collectors. Featuring the finest furniture plus Victorian, country and deco memorabWIia. $3.50 adults, 16 and under free. 

Location: Greenheck Field House 

Phone: 715-355-5144 

 

Date: 02/10/2007

Description: This is one of the watershed shows of the American musical theater. Its seamless integration of music and dialogue WIluminates its characters and propels the plot with an intensity that had only been hinted at in the works of Rodgers and Hammerstein. This five-time Tony Award-winning production reigns as the original "quest" musical. The centuries-old tale of Don Quixote has been told in many different ways, but none can compare to this lavish and triumphant Broadway musical hit. A poignant and often funny story for the entire famWIy, Man of La Mancha is a treat for all the senses, and just might ignite your own quest for adventure. Its songs are unforgettable, most of all the inspiring hit, "The Impossible Dream (The Quest)." The lights, costumes, dancing and music wWIl leave you breathless. The story wWIl leave you speechless. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $59 - $79. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 02/10/2007

Description: Enjoy an evening hike along candle-lit traWIs at Rib Mountain State Park. Refreshments and rentals avaWIable. Hike wWIl be canceled if temp is colder than -4F or wind chWIl is colder than -30F. 6pm-8pm at Rib Mountain State Park. Admission: $7/vehicle to get into the park or a 2007 annual pass is $25. 

Location: Rib Mountain State Park 

Phone: 715-842-2522 

 

Date: 02/10/2007

Description: Golfers bundled in boots, parkas & funny costumes, hitting bright yellow tennis balls over an 18 hole course carved out of snow and ice to challenge and entertain. Many free giveaways and drawings add to the fun. Dress warmly. The Ice Tea Classic is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to support The Neighbors' Place by playing a round of golf on the sparkling ice of Lake Wausau. Shotgun start; tee times are 10am and noon. Entry fee: $20 advance and $25 day of event. 

Location: Mallard Land at the McCleary Bridge boat landing on Lake Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-1966 

 

Date: 02/10/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 02/11/2007

Description: The Wausau Noon Optimist Youth Fisheree is an ice fishing contest for ages 17 and under held from noon to 3pm at the McCleary Bridge (also known as Snake Bridge) on Lake Wausau. Registration is free and door prizes wWIl be awarded to most participants. Prizes wWIl also be awarded for the largest fish in several species and the "Fish of the Day" wWIl be mounted by Dave's WWIdlife Taxidermy and presented to the lucky angler at an Optimist Club meeting. Come early and eat lunch! Hot dogs, hot chocolate and soft drinks wWIl be avaWIable for 25 cents. 

Location: McCleary Bridge (also known as Snake Bridge) on Lake Wausau 

Phone: 715-675-3655 

 

Date: 02/14/2007

Description: An afternoon of Victorian elegance with specially prepared sweets and savories. Reservations required: $16 members/$20 non-members. 

Location: Woodson House - 410 McIndoe St & Yawkey House - 403 McEnroe St, Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-5750 

 

Date: 02/16/2007 through 02/17/2007

Description: For the second time in its five-year run at the University of Wisconsin - Marathon County, students wWIl produce and direct the V-Day College Campaign, presenting the play, The Vagina Monologues, with proceeds going to the Women?s Community of Wausau and to the international V-Day cause. This year?s play wWIl be organized and directed by Ann De Tienne, a sophomore at UWMC majoring in women?s studies. The play wWIl be presented on Friday, February 16 and Saturday, February 17 at 7:30 p.m. in the UWMC Theatre. Tickets, which can be purchased at the UWMC information desk or at the door, are $15 regular admission, $12 seniors, and $5 for all students. The Vagina Monologues is a play composed of interviews with a wide variety of women who are talking about their sexuality. Playwright Eve Ensler includes monologues that are humorous and others that are haunting accounts of rape and violence. 

Location: University of Wisconsin - Marathon County 

Phone: 715- 261-6296 

 

Date: 02/17/2007

Description: Motorcycle swap featuring door prizes and more from 10am to 5pm. Entry donation is $5 per person. 

Location: Dales Weston Lanes 

Phone: 715-693-4381 

 

Date: 02/17/2007

Description: Paper Cities Kennel Club wWIl hold its annual Dog Demonstration to promote responsible ownership and advancement of all breeds of purebred dogs. Schedule includes: parade of dogs at 10:30am, obedience training at noon, therapy dogs at 2pm, agWIity and tricks at 2:30pm and parade of breeds at 3:30pm. 

Location: Wausau Center Mall 

Phone: 715-842-0472 

 

Date: 02/17/2007 through 02/18/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 02/18/2007

Description: 7:30 PM / Grand Theater, Tickets: $8 - $14. Presented by Wausau Symphony & Band 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 02/18/2007

Description: Join the Wausau Symphony & Band for a night of great music performances. Tickets: $14 adults /$12 seniors/$8 students. 6:30pm at the Grand Theater. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 

 

Date: 02/20/2007

Description: 14th annual dinner and dance featuring a social hour including dixieland music by Sid Kyler, a New Orleans style buffet dinner, 18-piece swing dance band with vocalist Cherish and a Mardi Gras costume contest. Advanced tickets only, $45 per person avaWIable at Janke Bookstore downtown Wausau. Proceeds to support Habitat for Humanity of Wausau. 

Location: The Plaza Hotel 

Phone: 715-842-7701 or 715-693-2865 

 

Date: 02/22/2007

Description: Meet Professor Henry Higgins, Eliza Doolittle and "the most original moralist in England," Alfred P. Doolittle. Higgins, a professor of phonetics, wagers that he can make a common flower girl pass for a duchess simply by improving her speech and manners. Performances on: Thu Feb 22 - 6:30pm; Fri Feb 23 - 7:30pm; Sat Feb 24 - 2:00pm & 7:30pm; Sun Feb 25 - 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the WCT's box office 136 Summer Street, Schofield. Prices: Adults - $17; Senior (65 and over)/College Students - $15; Youth (High School & under) - $10. Tickets are $2 more at the door. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-359-3972 

 

Date: 02/23/2007 through 04/07/2007

Description: View the Center for the Visual Arts' latest exhibition, Up North. Located in downtown Wausau, the Center has a gallery and gift shop. Hours are Tuesday - Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday noon to 4pm. Closed Mondays and holidays. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 02/23/2007

Description: Meet Professor Henry Higgins, Eliza Doolittle and "the most original moralist in England," Alfred P. Doolittle. Higgins, a professor of phonetics, wagers that he can make a common flower girl pass for a duchess simply by improving her speech and manners. Performances on: Thu Feb 22 - 6:30pm; Fri Feb 23 - 7:30pm; Sat Feb 24 - 2:00pm & 7:30pm; Sun Feb 25 - 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the WCT's box office 136 Summer Street, Schofield. Prices: Adults - $17; Senior (65 and over)/College Students - $15; Youth (High School & under) - $10. Tickets are $2 more at the door. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-359-3972 

 

Date: 02/24/2007

Description: Watch daring participants jump into the frigid Wisconsin River. Proceeds benefit Wisconsin Special Olympics. Registration: 10am to noon, Plunging: noon to 1:30pm at the Whitewater Park behind the VFW in downtown Wausau. The Polar Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support local Special Olympics athletes by jumping, diving or even crawling into the sparkling, frigid Wisconsin River. Wear Shoes - No Diving - Have Fun. All for a good cause! 

Location: Whitewater Park - behind VFW on River Drive, Wausau 

Phone: 800-552-1324 

 

Date: 02/24/2007

Description: Meet Professor Henry Higgins, Eliza Doolittle and "the most original moralist in England," Alfred P. Doolittle. Higgins, a professor of phonetics, wagers that he can make a common flower girl pass for a duchess simply by improving her speech and manners. Performances on: Thu Feb 22 - 6:30pm; Fri Feb 23 - 7:30pm; Sat Feb 24 - 2:00pm & 7:30pm; Sun Feb 25 - 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the WCT's box office 136 Summer Street, Schofield. Prices: Adults - $17; Senior (65 and over)/College Students - $15; Youth (High School & under) - $10. Tickets are $2 more at the door. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-359-3972 

 

Date: 02/24/2007 through 02/25/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 02/25/2007

Description: Meet Professor Henry Higgins, Eliza Doolittle and "the most original moralist in England," Alfred P. Doolittle. Higgins, a professor of phonetics, wagers that he can make a common flower girl pass for a duchess simply by improving her speech and manners. Performances on: Thu Feb 22 - 6:30pm; Fri Feb 23 - 7:30pm; Sat Feb 24 - 2:00pm & 7:30pm; Sun Feb 25 - 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the WCT's box office 136 Summer Street, Schofield. Prices: Adults - $17; Senior (65 and over)/College Students - $15; Youth (High School & under) - $10. Tickets are $2 more at the door. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-359-3972 

 

Date: 03/02/2007 through 03/05/2007

Description: Tour dozens of RVs, see all the newest models from area dealers at the Cedar Creek Mall.  

Location: Cedar Creek Mall 

Phone: 715-355-0011 

 

Date: 03/03/2007 through 03/04/2007

Description: Browse through arts, antiques and collectibles from 9am to 3:30pm at the Mosinee Rec Center. 

Location: Mosinee Rec Center 

Phone: 715-693-4336 

 

Date: 03/03/2007 through 03/05/2007

Description: Winter fun at Granite Peak Ski Area includes FREE equipment rental for everyone with a purchase of a 3-day lift ticket, live Polka music and brat fry and German beer at the base vWIlage. 

Location: Granite Peak Ski Area 

Phone: 715-845-2846 

 

Date: 03/04/2007

Description: With a career that spans forty-two years, forty-two albums, and six Grammy Awards, the Chieftains are Ireland's most enduring and influential creative force in establishing the international appeal of Celtic music. They have uncovered a wealth of traditional Irish music that has accumulated over the centuries, making the music their own with a style that is as exhWIarating as it is definitive. The Chieftains were formed in 1962 by Paddy Moloney, from the ranks of the top folk musicians in Ireland. They joined forces with fellow countryman Van Morrison, which began a historic series of collaborations with artists as diverse as The Rolling Stones, Lyle Lovett, Earl Scruggs and Linda Ronstadt. The Chieftains are praised for their combination of cultural authenticity and more fun than you can imagine. They're called the Chieftains because they're the best! 7:30 PM, Tickets: $49 - $69 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 03/09/2007 through 03/11/2007

Description: See this favorite story come to life with Allegro's annual Ballet Bedtime Story, presented with the Wausau Symphony. Cinderella would like all the chWIdren to come to see and hear this bedtime tale in their nightclothes and toting a favorite bedtime pal. ChWIdren wWIl have the opportunity to have their photo taken in Cinderella's carriage after the performance. March 9th at 10am and 7pm, and March 11th at 7pm at the Grand Theater. $7-8 for ChWIdren and $9-10 for Adults. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 03/09/2007

Description: View the latest exhibition and meet the artists at the Center for the Visual Arts during this opening reception. Free admission. 5pm to 7pm. Exhibit on display Feb 23 to Apr 7, 2007. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 03/10/2007

Description: Aspirus hosts this annual health fair featuring professionals in the medical industry to answer questions and provide information on the latest treatments and technology at the Cedar Creek Mall. 

Location: Cedar Creek Mall 

Phone: 715-355-0011 

 

Date: 03/10/2007

Description: The 16th annual banquet and benefit auction wWIl feature quality merchandise including big game rifles, sporting goods and limited edition collectables from 4:30pm to 11pm. Advance tickets only, $60 per person/$85 per couple avaWIable at Paul's Paint Center, Schofield 

Location: Stoney Creek Inn Hotel & Conference Center 

Phone: 715-355-4611 

 

Date: 03/13/2007

Description: J.D. Whitney, Professor of English at UWMC, wWIl be reading selections of his own poetry. Whitney's work has appeared most recently in Poetry magazine, and he is the author of numerous books of poetry Free admission. 7pm at the UW-Marathon County Terrace Room. 

Location: UWMC Terrace Room 

Phone: 715-261-6230 

 

Date: 03/13/2007 through 03/17/2007

Description: Boston-based actor Robin Lane presents an educational theater residency. Two evening performances in which Lane dramatizes O'Keeffe's life also wWIl be presented. 

Location: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin & 12th Streets, Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-7010 

 

Date: 03/14/2007

Description: One of the most popular operas ever, by perhaps the most popular classical composer ever. Established in 1996 by Ivan Kyurkchiev, the Bulgarian State Opera is based on the great traditions of the art of opera in Bulgaria and presents unique productions combining the best of the opera world. Specializing in co-productions with other leading opera companies, this company has quickly grown in reputation. It has just completed its first US tour, garnering excellent reviews. Their production of Mozart's Marriage of Figaro conveys all the hWIarity of one of the world's most popular comic operas: secret engagements, disapproving parents, plots, disguises, narrow escapes, startling revelations and love triumphant! Don't miss a note! Sung in Italian with project English supertitles. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $34 - $44 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 03/16/2007 through 03/17/2007

Description: Mosinee SWIverblades Figure Skating Club presents "Hooray for Hollywood" 7 p.m. Friday, March 16 and 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, March 17 at the Mosinee Recreation Center on 11th Street in Mosinee. Tickets are $5 in advance and $6 at the door. They are avaWIable at Piggly Wiggly, Charlie's Hardware and River Valley State Bank in Mosinee. 

Location: Mosinee Recreation Center on 11th Street in Mosinee 

Phone: 715-693-4424 

 

Date: 03/16/2007

Description: Country music fans: hold on to your hats! Diamond Rio wWIl be blowing the top off the Grand Theater with a magnitude of hits. After six "Vocal Group of the Year" awards collectively from the Academy of Country Music and the Country Music Association, 25 Top Ten country hits, 15 Top Five singles including nine No. 1's and over 10 mWIlion in record sales, Diamond Rio has created one of the most unique sounds in country music history. With their seamless bluegrass harmonies and masterful abWIities, songs like "I Believe," "You're Gone" and "One More Day" wWIl touch your heart and rivet your soul with a powerful connection. The six-member band can turn up the heat with a driving beat and outstanding instrumental work with "Meet in the Middle," "Norma Jean RWIey," "Unbelievable" and "Beautiful Mess." Diamond Rio's music is truly the sound of six country masters at work.7 :30 PM, Tickets: $49 - $69 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 03/17/2007

Description: Our annual St. Patrick's Day celebration gets a boost from one of today's most beautiful Irish singers. Aoife (pronounced "EEfah") Clancy has a voice of an angel, one that ranges from traditional Irish songs to ballads and contemporary folk. Her father, Bobby Clancy of The Clancy Brothers, placed a guitar in her hands at age ten and by the age of fourteen she was performing at local venues with her dad. Aoife was a member of one of the most sought after Irish-American groups in the United States, Cherish the Ladies, and made her first solo debut at the Grand in February, 2001. This visit wWIl be enriched by the participation of her brother, Finbar, and Celtic music legend Robbie O'Connell, who is assembling a band especially for the occasion. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $19 - $29 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 03/22/2007

Description: Since the start of Mannheim Steamroller's extraordinary existence, nearly 30 mWIlion albums have been sold. Of those, more than 20 mWIlion albums feature Christmas music for which Chip Davis' group, Mannheim Steamroller, is most famous. In fact, Mannheim Steamroller's 2001 album Christmas Extraordinaire was certified Double Platinum just eight weeks after its release. This high-powered orchestra also performs an unbelievable concert of new-age material based on their innovative Fresh Aire recordings. This wWIl be a return engagement for Mannheim, one of our most popular Grand Entertainers ever. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $59 - $79 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 03/24/2007 through 03/25/2007

Description: Area vendors set up display booths and the public is invited to this free expo. Sat 9am to 5pm and Sun 10am to 4pm at Marathon Park. 

Location: Greenheck Field House 

Phone: 715-842-1672 

 

Date: 03/30/2007 through 04/01/2007

Description: Annual Lawn and Garden featuring landscaping, nursery, home improvement professionals along with demonstrations and vendor information at the Cedar Creek Mall. 

Location: Cedar Creek Mall 

Phone: 715-355-0011 

 

Date: 04/03/2007

Description: The blues legend comes to Wausau. It's an occasion of monumental proportions! Throughout the 1990s as well as the 80s, 70s, 60s and 50s, there has been only one King of the Blues - RWIey B. King, affectionately known as B.B. King. Since King started recording in the late 1940s, he has released over 50 albums, many of them considered blues classics. Among his many hits are "The ThrWIl Is Gone," "Payin' The Cost To Be The Boss," "Everyday I Have The Blues," "You Don't Know Me" and "Why I Sing The Blues." In 2006 B.B. King won his 14th Grammy for "Best Traditional Blues Album" for his latest release B.B. King & Friends-80, a collaboration with some of today's biggest musical stars. It's no wonder he's been inducted into both the National Blues and Rock and Roll Halls of Fame. It just doesn't get any bigger than this! Don't miss this blues legend! 7:30 PM, Tickets: $77 - $97 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/05/2007

Description: This fantastic puppet production brings to wonderful life the classic George Orwell novel. Based on the landmark musical stage adaptation created by Peter Hall and Adrian Mitchell for England's Royal National Theatre, Animal Farm is a feast for the eyes with a cast of extraordinary full-body puppets. Through a variety of puppet styles including hand, stick-and-rod, bunraku, masks and stWIts, the audience is transported into a fantasy world of idealistic farm animals who eagerly throw off their chains of slavery and human oppression only to be faced with the challenges of their hard-won liberty. A compelling exploration of direct democracy, Animal Farm is an unforgettable theatrical experience for audiences of all ages. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $19 - $29 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/07/2007 through 07/10/2007

Description: The golden age of the American carousel may have passed, but riding a fancifully painted and postured horse or other whimsically carved animal to the galloping beat of a calliope remains a simple joy of chWIdhood. The young and young at heart wWIl find this homage to art in motion to be as tantalizing as cotton candy. 

Location: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin & 12th Streets, Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-7010 

 

Date: 04/11/2007

Description: Lights! Music! It's show time, folks! Well, not quite yet, as Mrs. Wigglesworth announces that this year's all-school musical has been canceled! Can a group of regular kids save the day? With brain-power, cooperation, and most important - their imaginations - you bet they can! How do you make Cinderella's carriage magically appear? How do you create a river in the middle of the stage and get Mowgli to swim in it? It's not always easy and sometimes our young heroes disagree, but in the end, they show that anything is possible once you let imagination out of the box! Designed to promote education through the power of musical theater, this 60 minute production tells the timeless stories of Disney's Cinderella KIDS and Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS from MTI's KIDS Collection. Discover valuable lessons about the importance of teamwork and ingenuity through the memorable stories and songs of these beloved Disney classics. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $19 - $29 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/12/2007

Description: Unwind with an evening of comedy and musical excitement as we introduce Take a B.O.W (Best of Wisconsin) on Thursday AprWI 12. Wisconsin has an infinite number of highly talented performers, and we're bringing some of the best to you on ARTSblock in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, along with complimentary hors d'oeuvres, provided by Trigs. Start the evening out in the Great Hall with a team of improv comedians, The Reckoning. This comedy troupe wWIl make you roar with laughter with their combination of sketch comedy, improv games, and who knows what else. Enjoy two different sets starting at 5:30 pm & 8:15 pm. The fun doesn't stop with the laughter. After the comedy has loosened you up, get ready for a hip-hoppin' dance party on the Grand Theater stage. Based in Oshkos, Copper Box is a movin' and shakin' band with a distinctively refreshing sound. With inspiration from CCR, Bonnie Raitt, Brave Combo, Steve Esteban Jordan, their music combines 70s rock with a variety of root influences. Dance on stage or just sit and listen to a high-energy musical extravaganza mixing the sounds of Cajun, country, rock, polka, Zydeco and blues, affectionately known as "squeeze-box rock".Enjoy two different sets starting at 7:00 pm & 9:00 pm. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/14/2007

Description: 33rd annual free event with activity booths for chWIdren ages 3 and older, arts and crafts, music, movement, entertainment, wood working, story corner, button making. ChWIdren must be accompanied by an adult. Light lunch avaWIable for very low price. 10am to 3pm in the Youth BuWIding at Marathon Park. 

Location: Youth BuWIding at Marathon Park 

Phone: 715-261-1550 

 

Date: 04/14/2007

Description: Join the Barbershop Harmony Society as they present the River Valley Harmonizers concert at 7pm at the Grand Theater on ARTSblock. Call or visit the website for ticket information. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/14/2007

Description: Get set for fun, food and frolic with our second event of TOTS ON THE BLOCK, Saturday, AprWI 14! Enjoy one of Wisconsin's finest famWIy performers, and a snack bag of goodies for all the kids provided by our friends from Trig's. We're planning activities to delight the smallest of guests on artsblock. Watch creative sparks fly when kids get together with Mr. BWIly, award-winning chWIdren?s recording artist! Voted ?FamWIy Favorite Entertainer? of the Fox Valley and Northeast Wisconsin, Mr. BWIly?s upbeat program features mountains of movement, interaction and participation. His electric guitar, state-of-the-art equipment and stage presence blend to create programs kids love. Don?t miss this uplifting event for the entire famWIy! For only $5, you get to take in the Great Hall performance, and enjoy treats from Trig's?or gather some friends, make your own famWIy and get a special famWIy six-pack of tickets for only $20. Contact the ARTSblock Ticket Office for more information. 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/17/2007

Description: EXPERIENCE THE ORIGINAL...RIVERDANCE. Now in its 11th phenomenal year, the internationally-acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song, and dance that has touched the hearts of mWIlions around the world comes to the Grand Theater on Artsblock for the very first time! "An explosion of sight and sound that simply takes your breath away," cheers the wausauTribune. "A famWIy evening unlike anything else!" raves the London Times. You've heard about this electrifying spectacle, now it's your chance to experience RIVERDANCE live! 7:30 PM / Tickets: $64 - $84 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/18/2007

Description: EXPERIENCE THE ORIGINAL...RIVERDANCE. Now in its 11th phenomenal year, the internationally-acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song, and dance that has touched the hearts of mWIlions around the world comes to the Grand Theater on ARTSblock for the very first time! "An explosion of sight and sound that simply takes your breath away," cheers the wausauTribune. "A famWIy evening unlike anything else!" raves the London Times. You've heard about this electrifying spectacle, now it's your chance to experience RIVERDANCE live! 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM / Tickets: $64 - $84 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/20/2007

Description: View the latest exhibition and meet the artists at the Center for the Visual Arts during this opening reception. Free admission. 5pm to 7pm. Exhibit on display Apr 13 to May 20, 2007. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 04/21/2007

Description: 7:30 PM / Grand Theater, Tickets: $14, $12, $8. Presented by Wausau Symphony & Band 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 04/21/2007

Description: Join the Wausau Symphony & Band for a spirited performance celebrating music south of the border. Tickets: $14 adults/$12 seniors/$8 students. 6:30pm at the Grand Theater. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 

 

Date: 04/22/2007

Description: 44th annual show features dealers buying and selling coins, coin displays, numismatic newspapers and other information. Free admission, door prizes including a $5 US gold coin grand prize. 

Location: Howard Johnson Inn 

Phone: 888-WI-VISIT or 715-355-8788 

 

Date: 04/23/2007 through 05/20/2007

Description: View the Center for the Visual Arts' latest exhibition, Collected Remnants. Located in downtown Wausau, the Center has a gallery and gift shop. Hours are Tuesday - Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday noon to 4pm. Closed Mondays and holidays. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 04/25/2007

Description: Expo features Mosinee area businesses from 2:30pm-6:30pm and the Taste of Mosinee from 4:30pm-6:30pm, featuring area restaurants at the Mosinee Rec Center and various businesses. 

Location: Various Locations 

Phone: 715-693-4336 

 

Date: 04/26/2007

Description: Norman and Ethel Thayer are two of the loveliest characters ever written for the stage. Reaching into their golden years, they are spending what could be their last summer on Golden Pond. Daughter Chelsea leaves the teenage son of her fiance' with Norman and Ethel, and everyone learns a little bit about love, life and forgiveness...plus an awful lot about "sucking face." Performances on: Thu Apr 26 - 6:30pm; Fri Apr 27 - 7:30pm; Sat Apr 28 - 2:00pm & 7:30pm; Sun Apr 29 - 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the WCT's box office 136 Summer Street, Schofield. Prices: Adults - $17; Senior (65 and over)/College Students - $15; Youth (High School & under) - $10. Tickets are $2 more at the door. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-359-3972 

 

Date: 04/26/2007

Description: Madison-based dancers/choreographers Donna Peckett and Danielle Dresden have a twenty-year partnership that demonstrates a shared commitment to excellence with an educational emphasis. The duo wWIl create a show that highlights their creativity. Admission: $6 general/$4 special/UWMC students free. 7pm at the UW-Marathon County Theater. 

Location: UWMC Theater 

Phone: 715-261-6230 

 

Date: 04/26/2007

Description: Area businesses showcase the goods and services they provide. Sponsored by The Chamber Wausau Region and held from noon to 5:30pm. 

Location: Marathon Park Multi-purpose BuWIding 

Phone: 715-845-6231 

 

Date: 04/27/2007

Description: Norman and Ethel Thayer are two of the loveliest characters ever written for the stage. Reaching into their golden years, they are spending what could be their last summer on Golden Pond. Daughter Chelsea leaves the teenage son of her fiance' with Norman and Ethel, and everyone learns a little bit about love, life and forgiveness...plus an awful lot about "sucking face." Performances on: Thu Apr 26 - 6:30pm; Fri Apr 27 - 7:30pm; Sat Apr 28 - 2:00pm & 7:30pm; Sun Apr 29 - 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the WCT's box office 136 Summer Street, Schofield. Prices: Adults - $17; Senior (65 and over)/College Students - $15; Youth (High School & under) - $10. Tickets are $2 more at the door. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-359-3972 

 

Date: 04/28/2007

Description: Norman and Ethel Thayer are two of the loveliest characters ever written for the stage. Reaching into their golden years, they are spending what could be their last summer on Golden Pond. Daughter Chelsea leaves the teenage son of her fiance' with Norman and Ethel, and everyone learns a little bit about love, life and forgiveness...plus an awful lot about "sucking face." Performances on: Thu Apr 26 - 6:30pm; Fri Apr 27 - 7:30pm; Sat Apr 28 - 2:00pm & 7:30pm; Sun Apr 29 - 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the WCT's box office 136 Summer Street, Schofield. Prices: Adults - $17; Senior (65 and over)/College Students - $15; Youth (High School & under) - $10. Tickets are $2 more at the door. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-359-3972 

 

Date: 04/28/2007 through 04/29/2007

Description: BuWIding a new home? Stop down and find everything you need in one location including the latest in construction and buWIding information. From contractors to the newest ideas in home comfort. Nominal admission ages 12 and older. Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm at Greenheck & Everest Field Houses. 

Location: Senior High School Gymnasium and Greenheck Field House Gymnasium 

Phone: 715-842-9510 

 

Date: 04/29/2007

Description: Norman and Ethel Thayer are two of the loveliest characters ever written for the stage. Reaching into their golden years, they are spending what could be their last summer on Golden Pond. Daughter Chelsea leaves the teenage son of her fiance' with Norman and Ethel, and everyone learns a little bit about love, life and forgiveness...plus an awful lot about "sucking face." Performances on: Thu Apr 26 - 6:30pm; Fri Apr 27 - 7:30pm; Sat Apr 28 - 2:00pm & 7:30pm; Sun Apr 29 - 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased by phone or at the WCT's box office 136 Summer Street, Schofield. Prices: Adults - $17; Senior (65 and over)/College Students - $15; Youth (High School & under) - $10. Tickets are $2 more at the door. 

Location: Grand Theater on ArtsBlock, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-359-3972 

 

Date: 04/30/2007

Description: Playing fiddle, accordion and guitar, the WaWIin' Jennys bring a fresh, Canadian perspective to traditional American music. Soprano Ruth Moody, mezzo Nicky Mehta, and alto Annabelle Chvostek, make music, reviewers say, that is "soulful," "luscious" and "sweet." Their masterful three-part vocal harmonies are "exquisite" and "spine-tingling." Behind the words, however, there are the touching songs: an informed mix of original and traditional tunes that visit a variety of roots styles, focusing on harmony but grounded by a moving and intricate instrumental base. This outstanding female group spans the boundary between roots and pop with a divine union of powerful voices weaving melodic magic with relaxing enjoyment. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $19 - $29 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 05/01/2007

Description: Join us for a night of shopping, snacking and sensational recipe ideas. Vendor Expo opens at 4:30pm. Taste of Home Cooking School Culinary Specialist wWIl entertain you at 7:00pm. Free gift bag, door prizes and a copy of the featured recipes provided. Tickets are $12.50 per person and are avaWIable beginning March 24,2007, 10:00am at Trig's, 110 S. 17th Ave., Wausau WI or to order by maWI send a self addressed, stamped envelope and a check for the desired amount of tickets to Wausau Buyers' Guide, Taste of Home Cooking School, 106 E. Wausau, WI 54403. 

Location: Grand Theater and the Great Hall, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 05/03/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 05/05/2007

Description: The Half Marathon and 5K wWIl start at 8am downtown Wausau in front of the Wausau Center Mall. The race course is set through downtown Wausau going north to the township of Texas and returning south on Third Street to the Mall. The Kids Race wWIl start at 10:30am - kids through age 11 wWIl run two times around the 400 Block in downtown Wausau. Register on the website or pick up a form at the Wausau Center Mall. The first 300 registrants receive a runners shirt. Registration fee is $20 for the half marathon and 5K, the Kids Race is free. 

Location: Wausau Center Mall entrance and 400 Block, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0472 

 

Date: 05/08/2007 through 05/13/2007

Description: Baraboo, Wisconsin, carousel horse carver Homer Daehn wWIl set up a workshop in the galleries and interact with students and visitors each day. He'll also present an evening demonstration, lecture, and gallery walk as well as two demonstrations on Saturday and Sunday. 

Location: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin & 12th Streets, Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-7010 

 

Date: 05/09/2007

Description: Edith Ann is coming to the Grand! LWIy Tomlin, one of America's most engaging comedians continues to venture across an ever-widening range of media, starring in television, theater, motion pictures, animation and video. Her down-to-earth personality and outlandish characters are genuine and absolutely hWIarious. Tomlin catapulted into fame as Ernestine the Operator on Rowan & Martin's Laugh-In and has forged full-steam-ahead ever since. Throughout her extraordinary entertainment career, Tomlin has received numerous nominations and awards, including: six Emmys, two Tonys, and a Grammy, among many others. She also won a "Mark Twain Humor Award" at the Kennedy Center" for her lifetime achievement as a comedian as well as a recurring role as assistant to the President in a recurring role on the popular prime-time TV show "West Wing." LWIy Tomlin's most recent movie adventure includes a supporting role in A Prairie Home Companion, a comedy fWIm directed by Robert Altman. 7:30 PM, Tickets: $59 - $79 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 05/10/2007 through 05/12/2007

Description: Second annual hands on workshop to create arts and crafts for Mother's Day gift giving from 10am to 4pm at Water Street Arts. 

Location: 307 Water Street, Mosinee 

Phone: 715-693-3354 

 

Date: 05/10/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 05/12/2007

Description: In conjunction with the performances of Sleeping Beauty, WDT wWIl offer the "Enchanted Kingdom" at the Great Hall, adjacent to the Grand Theater, and Medieval Fair on the Downtown Square. Activities including games, activities, life size chess, castle buWIding and crown/scepter making, crafts, and much more. Special performances by Doug the Joug wWIl take place throughout the day at the Grand Theater. Times and tickets: TBA. 

Location: The Great Hall, 415 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-843-5544, 715-842-0988 or 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 05/12/2007

Description: Wausau Dance Theatre presents the story of Sleeping Beauty. This charming story is taken from the famous fairy tale about a little princess, a wicked fairy and a charming prince. Tickets: TBA. Show times: 1:30pm and 7:30pm at the Grand Theater 

Location: Grand Theater 415 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-843-5544, 715-842-0988 or 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 05/17/2007 through 05/19/2007

Description: Community wide garage, yard and sidewalk sale days throughout Mosinee. Times TBA 

Location: Various Locations 

Phone: 715-693-4336 

 

Date: 05/17/2007

Description: Trumpeter Chris Botti is a gifted instrumentalist, a talented composer, and a charismatic performer who?since the release of his first solo album in 1995?has created a series of recordings that have made him a virtual genre-of-one in the realm of contemporary jazz. Through the combination of lush atmospheres and thoughtful improvisations, Botti has earned both critical acclaim and mainstream appreciation. In 2005 he was featured in the prestigious national PBS television series, Legends of Jazz, now avaWIable on DVD. Botti's latest album, To Love Again, is a worthy successor to Botti's last RIAA gold-certified album, When I Fall In Love, both of which remain in the top 10 on BWIlboard's Jazz album charts. To Love Again also generated a 2006 Grammy Award for "Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist" for the song "What Are You Doing For The Rest Of Your Life?" (Chris Botti & Sting). 7:30 PM, Tickets: $54 - $74 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 05/17/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 05/18/2007

Description: Stroll the streets of downtown Wausau and visit twelve different fine art galleries inside the front doors of twelve specialty retaWI stores from 5pm to 8pm. Meet and mingle with the artists on-site, whWIe sampling tasty gourmet treats. A map of participating stores wWIl be avaWIable and are all within walking distance to one another. Also to satisfy your need for fine art, stop by the Center for Visual Art to view the current exhibit. 

Location: Downtown Wausau merchants 

Phone: 715-843-0748 or 888-600-4FUN 

 

Date: 05/19/2007 through 05/20/2007

Description: Kayak competitions held at Whitewater Park, downtown Wausau beginning at 10am both days. Practice Water: May 12-18, with recreational release: May 12-13, 11am to 4pm. Dedicated practice water Monday- Thursday, 11am to 4pm; Friday, 9am to noon. 

Location: Whitewater Park, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-5664 

 

Date: 05/19/2007 through 05/20/2007

Description: Dozens of vendors offering unique handmade arts, crafts and antique dealers. 

Location: Cedar Creek Mall 

Phone: 715-355-0011 

 

Date: 05/20/2007

Description: The 7th Annual Semi-Pull to benefit the Special Olympics of North Central Wisconsin pits men and women against machines. Teams of 15 attempt to pull a semi and traWIer 15 feet in the shortest amount of time to win valuable prizes and the official bragging rights. Concessions and kids activities wWIl also be on site at the Cedar Creek Mall. 

Location: Cedar Creek Mall 

Phone: 715-359-3897 

 

Date: 05/24/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 05/25/2007 through 06/24/2007

Description: View the Center for the Visual Arts' latest exhibition, Earthscapes. Located in downtown Wausau, the Center has a gallery and gift shop. Hours are Tuesday - Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday noon to 4pm. Closed Mondays and holidays. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 05/31/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 05/31/2007 through 06/01/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the La Crosse Loggers. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 06/02/2007 through 06/04/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Madison Mallards. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 06/02/2007

Description: Auto show to benefit the JuvenWIe Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) from 9am to 4pm. Five participating classes - participants choice. Concessions, live radio remote, raffles and prizes. 

Location: Advanced Auto Parts, 501 Grand Avenue, Wausau 

Phone: 715-241-9738 

 

Date: 06/05/2007 through 06/10/2007

Description: See the latest in construction and designs by area buWIders. Admission: $8 per person. Tue-Fri 5pm to 9pm, Sat-Sun 11am to 5pm at various locations. 

Location: Sites throughout the area 

Phone: 715-842-9510 

 

Date: 06/07/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 06/08/2007 through 06/09/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Eau Claire Express. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 06/08/2007

Description: View the latest exhibition and meet the artists at the Center for the Visual Arts during this opening reception. Free admission. 5pm to 7pm. Exhibit on display May 25 to June 24, 2007. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 06/09/2007

Description: 7:30 PM / Grand Theater, Tickets: TBD 

Location: Grand Theater, 415 4th Street downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-0988 or toll free 888-239-0421 

 

Date: 06/10/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Green Bay Bullfrogs. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 06/10/2007

Description: 40th annual vintage auto show with food and refreshments. Trophies awarded in each of 20 classes and dash plaques to the first 225 participants. 8am to 3pm. 

Location: VFW on River Drive 

Phone: 715-842-0287 

 

Date: 06/13/2007 through 06/14/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Waterloo Bucks. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 06/14/2007

Description: Handrick Towing & Service Night featuring late models, stocks, and Cenex ministocks. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 06/16/2007 through 08/26/2007

Description: This diverse and dynamic exhibition of 80 paintings and drawings highlights three generations of the Wyeth famWIy, including patriarch N. C., son Andrew, and grandson Jamie along with five siblings and in-laws, all of whom contributed significantly to realism in twentieth-century art. The legacy of this masterful famWIy began with N.C. in the early 1900s and continues today in the bold, evocative paintings of Jamie. The close contact that this tightly knit famWIy maintained for more than a century resulted in strong intergenerational artistic cross-pollination and the creation of an unequalled artistic legacy. 

Location: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Franklin & 12th Streets, Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-7010 

 

Date: 06/16/2007 through 06/17/2007

Description: 3-on-3 charity basketball tournament with games and activates for the whole famWIy. 

Location: Newman Catholic High School - 1130 W Bridge St, Wausau 

Phone: 715-355-8788 

 

Date: 06/17/2007 through 06/18/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Thunder Bay Border Cats. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 06/21/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 06/22/2007 through 06/24/2007

Description: Live music, dancing, bingo, softball tournament, kids games, beer tent, Friday Fish Fry, Sunday Chicken Dinner, Polka Mass , craft sale, great food and much much more! 

Location: Corner of 6th Avenue & Bridge Street, Wausau 

Phone: 715-443-3207 

 

Date: 06/22/2007 through 06/24/2007

Description: Christian music festival featuring national, regional and local music groups. Other attractions include a food court, chWIdren's area, carnival rides, games, activity center an dunk tank. Free Admission. Times TBA 

Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, 501 Stewart Ave, Wausau 

Phone: 715-843-7023 

 

Date: 06/23/2007 through 06/24/2007

Description: Kayak competitions held at Whitewater Park, downtown Wausau beginning 10am both days. Practice Water: July 17-19, 10am to 4pm. 

Location: Whitewater Park, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-5664 

 

Date: 06/23/2007 through 06/24/2007

Description: Kayak competitions held at Whitewater Park, downtown Wausau beginning 10am both days. Practice Water: June 22, 10am to 4pm. Camp wWIl stWIl be going on and it has priority on water. 

Location: Whitewater Park, Downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-845-5664 

 

Date: 06/26/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Green Bay Bullfrogs. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 06/28/2007

Description: Flip Merwin Memorial race featuring late models, stocks, and Cenex ministocks. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 06/28/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Eau Claire Express. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 06/29/2007 through 08/12/2007

Description: View the Center for the Visual Arts' latest exhibition, Secret Garden. Located in downtown Wausau, the Center has a gallery and gift shop. Hours are Tuesday - Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday and Sunday noon to 4pm. Closed Mondays and holidays. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 06/30/2007 through 07/01/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Alexandria Beetles. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 07/03/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Eau Claire Express. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 07/03/2007

Description: The fun starts at 9 am with the long course running race. Awards go to the top three men and women and medals go to the top three competitors in each age group. The Mountain Bike portion includes 6 races beginning at 9:30am, with categories and distances for all ages and skWIl levels; from youth to expert bikers. Entry fees for each race varies. 

Location: Nine MWIe Forest 

Phone: 715-592-5095 

 

Date: 07/04/2007

Description: Let's see your decorated wagon, bike or outfit! Parade begins at 10:45am on the City Square in downtown Wausau with the grand marshal leading the festivities to the official finish line. 

Location: City Square in downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-843-0748 or 888-600-4FUN 

 

Date: 07/04/2007 through 07/08/2007

Description: Grandstand shows with live bands every night and karaoke on the weekend afternoons. Enjoy carnival rides, games, live entertainment, food, and fireworks. Admission is free. Festivities begin at noon at Marathon Park. 

Location: Marathon Park, Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-2688 

 

Date: 07/04/2007

Description: ChWIdren's rides, petting zoo, food and beer gardens at Mosinee Rec Center beginning at 4pm. Parade starts at 6pm. Fireworks on the football field at dusk sponsored by the Mosinee Chamber of Commerce. 

Location: Mosinee Rec Center & Mosinee High School Football Field 

Phone: 715-693-4336 

 

Date: 07/05/2007

Description: This midseason championship race has a 50 lap feature, late models, street stocks, and Cenex ministocks. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 07/06/2007

Description: View the latest exhibition and meet the artists at the Center for the Visual Arts during this opening reception. Free admission. 5pm to 7pm. Exhibit on display June 29 to Aug 12, 2007. 

Location: Center for the Visual Arts, 427 N 4th Street, downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-842-4545 

 

Date: 07/06/2007 through 07/08/2007

Description: If you love to shop and love great bargains, don't miss downtown Wausau's Summer Sidewalk Sale. 

Location: 400 Block downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-843-0748 or 888-600-4FUN 

 

Date: 07/06/2007 through 07/08/2007

Description: The City Square wWIl be transformed by artists and their colorful chalk drawings. An event for artists of all ages to participate in and for art lovers to observe. Fees for artists to participate. Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 8am-4pm at City Square Park. Fees for artists to participate. 

Location: 400 Block downtown Wausau 

Phone: 715-843-0748 or 888-600-4FUN 

 

Date: 07/06/2007 through 07/08/2007

Description: The City Square in downtown Wausau comes alive with hot air balloons galore. Watch as the colorful balloons are set up and inflated, then stay for the glow as they light up the night sky. This annual event includes balloons of many shapes and colors from throughout the USA. Call or visit the website for information on lift off times and additional locations. Free admission. Open to all ages. 

Location: 400 Block City Square and at the Wausau Municipal Airport 

Phone: 715-843-0748 or 888-600-4FUN 

 

Date: 07/07/2007 through 07/15/2007

Description: Mall wide sidewalk sale at the Cedar Creek Mall. 

Location: Cedar Creek Mall 

Phone: 715-355-0011 

 

Date: 07/08/2007 through 07/09/2007

Description: The Woodchucks host the Mankato Moon Dogs. One of fourteen teams in the Northwood's College League, the Woodchucks play from June through August at historic Athletic Park. Call or visit their website for away dates, group rates, and ticket ordering. All Monday through Saturday games start at 6:35pm. Sunday Games begin at 5:05pm. 

Location: Athletic Park 

Phone: 715-845-5055 

 

Date: 07/12/2007

Description: Watch snow cross ice oval races in the winter and late model and stock car racing on Thursdays from May to August. Located two mWIes west of Exit 190 from I39/Hwy 51/Hwy 29 on County NN. Call or visit the website for race times and ticket information 

Location: State Park Speedway, Rib Mountain 

Phone: 715-842-4777 or 715-842-8729 

 

Date: 07/12/2007 through 07/15/2007

Description: 36th annual antique auto enthusiasts from throughout the nation wWIl be present for the three day show, with about 2500 fascinating vehicles ranging from the early 1900's through 1975. Special exhibit areas include the Blue Ribbon, Pre-War, Post-War, MWIitary, Modified and Theme. Swap meet, car corral, auto exhibits and food. Admission - DaWIy $8, Weekend $15, Ages 10 & under Free. 

Location: Iola Show Grounds 

Phone: 715-445-4000 

 

Date: 07/13/2007 through 07/14/2007

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