24 Junior Naturalist—Natural History Museum, 10–noon. Challenge your brain with teasers and bogglers.

24  Music in the Park—Durand. Music & food, 6–9 p.m. Free admission. 715/672-3311.

24  Book Discussion—Cable. Forest Lodge Library, 7 p.m. Meet the author of “Meadowlark Economics,” James Eggert.

24  Arts in the Park—Prairie du Chien. Mississippi Sculpture Park, St. Feriole Island, 6:30–8 p.m. Historical, musical, and artistic expressions. Free to the public.

25  Moonlight Moments: Wolves Along the Riverway—Cable. Telemark Resort, 7 p.m. Learn to howl, make plaster molds of tracks, more. 715/798-3999 Ext. 547 or www.telemarkeducation.com.

26  Rescue Squad Dance—Cassville. Riverside Park, 6 p.m.–midnight. 608/725-5736.

26  All You Can Eat Dinner—Bloomington. UMC, 4:30–7 p.m. Pork, salad bar, and strawberry sundaes. 608/794-2624.

26  Family Fun: Catching Crayfish—Cable. Telemark Resort, 1 p.m. Wear clothing and shoes that can get wet (no flip-flops). 715-798-3999 Ext. 547 or www.telemarkeducation.com.

26  Customer Appreciation Days—La Crosse. Village Shopping Center. Food, fun, sale items. 608/788-7555.

26, 27  Parish-Wide Rummage Sale—Tomah. St. Mary’s Catholic School, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. 608/372-3498.

26–28  Big River Scenic Trail Ride—Prairie du Chien. La Riviere Park. 608/734-3692.

26–28  Polka Fest—Willard. Community Center. Fri. 7–11; Sat. 11–11; Sun. 12–6. 715/267-6639.

26–28  Super National Truck & Tractor Pull—Tomah. Recreation Park. Top pullers from the U.S. and Canada compete. 608/372-2081.

26–28  Rummage Fest—Willard. West Side Hall, 8–4. 715/743-2357.

27  Nature Lab: Fly-Tying—Cable. Natural History Museum, 1–3 p.m. Observe anger tie some flies and compare human-made flies with real insects.

27  Bass Fishing Tournament—Medford. Turtle Club, 9–3. 715/785-7577.

27  Bake Sale—Springstead. Town Hall. Community rummage sales. 10–2. 715/583-2286.

27  Arts & Crafts Show—Montello. St. John’s Catholic Church. 608/297-7423.

27  Golf Outing—Big Falls. Glen Cairn Golf Course, 10 a.m. Prizes, steak dinner, $60. 885/465-3118.

27  Lake-Wide Garage Sales—Medford. Esadore Lake, 8–3.

27  Moonlight Moments: Bats of Wisconsin—Cable. Telemark Resort, 8 p.m. Learn how they fly, eat and survive. 715-798-3999 Ext. 547 or www.telemarkeducation.com.

27  Fishing Contest—Medford. Mondeaux Dam, 10–4. 715/427-5614.

27  Dairy Breakfast—Spencer. Maranatha Market, 9–noon. 715/659-4896.

27  Fun Walk/Run—Rome. Alpine Business Park, 8 a.m. 715/254-9572 or www.romepubliclibrary.org.

27  Catfish Fry—Genoa. American Legion Clubroom, 4–8 p.m. 608/689-2222.

27  Car, Bike, & Truck Show—Grand Marsh. American Legion & Auxiliary, 9–3. Trophies, music by Spuds, craft/flea market, swap meet, raffle, prizes, more. 608/584-5747.

27  Draft Horse Hitch Show—Plainfield. Christy-View Arena, begins at noon. 715/451-0437.

27  Summer Celebration—Viola. Antique tractor pull, wild and crazy Tomah-style mini rod pull, food, refreshments, fireworks, DJ. Admission free. 608/625-2142.

27, 28  Cranberry Blossom Days—Warrens. Wetherby Cranberry Company and Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center. 608/378-4878.

27, 28  Breakfast in a Victorian Kitchen— Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island river front. Hands-on program for adults. 608/326-2721.

27, 28  3-D Outdoor Brush Shoot—Fennimore. Kiwanis Acres. For shoot times call 608/723-2352.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28: NASA 100, 16-yard trap shoot from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Gunslick Trap Club in Holmen; call Gary Larson at (608) 385-5601.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28: 16-yard, 100 bird trap shoot at Sparta Rod and Gun Club in Sparta; call Gordy Weber at (608) 269-4842.

28  Garden Stroll—Chippewa Falls. 11–4. $10 tickets. Proceeds benefit local American Red Cross services. 715/723-4655.

28  Pie & Ice Cream Social—Mauston. Boorman House, 1–4 p.m. 608/847-7661.

28  A Celebration of Bits & Pieces—Prairie du Chien. Fort Crawford Museum, 2 p.m. 608/326-6960.

29  Elementary Historians—Cable. Namakagon Historical Museum, 12:30–2 p.m. Youth grades 1st–5th. Historical subject matter, activities and crafts with a focus on farming. 715/798-2394.

30  Junior Naturalists: Insect Intrigue—Natural History Museum, 10–noon. Take an up-close look at insects

Mid-Western Rodeo - Manawa, Wisconsin-Professional rodeo in
it's 51st year. July 3-5, Parade July 4, 10:30am.  Exciting and
affordable family fun. For information call 1-80074RODEO or
www.manawarodeo.org

PRICE COUNTY AIRPORT & HARBOR VIEW FLOAT-IN OR FLY-IN
July 3-4, 2009
Long Lake, Phillips  Fri. 7 p.m. Aerobatic show; Sat. 8 a.m. - noon; Breakfast by the AMVETS; 10 a.m. aerobatic show; planes on display & plane rides; admission is free.
715-339-3701 / 2626

On Saturday, July 4th 2009, the Buntz Brothers are hosting the 
2nd annual Choppahpalooza, a benefit to aid Autism research and care. 
The event takes place again at the Moose Lodge #286 picnic grounds, 

3003 - 30th Ave, in Kenosha WI. The event features an open motorcycle 
show, live music, food, and refreshments. Admission is FREE and open to 
the public. The event is open from 10am until 7pm.

Saturday, July 4; Avoca YOUTH Fishing Tournament

8:00 am-4:00 pm; Avoca Lake, Iowa County. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. Three age classes: 6 and under, 7-12, and 13-17. Please sign up ahead of time by contacting Helen, Sue or Glenn. Target age: Ages 17 and under welcome. Sponsored by Avoca American Legion. Volunteers needed!  (608) 604-4578; Sue (608) 532-6188; or Glenn at (608) 532-6100.

ART & MORE ON 
    THE LAKESHORE 

    July 4, 2009 

    Elk Lake/Lionite Park, Phillips 

    9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Arts & crafts by 100 
    artists, live music, demos & concessions in a park setting on Elk Lake. 
    715-339-2425

4th OF JULY CELEBRATION
July 4, 2009 Downtown, Park Falls
 

4th OF JULY CELEBRATION
July 4, 2009
Hwy. 13 / Lake Avenue, Phillips
Concessions before and after the 2 p.m. parade on Lake Ave./Hwy. 13; community auction after the parade at the Lionite/Elk Lake Park Pavilion; boat parade and fireworks at dusk over Lake Duroy at Bostrom Park.

SPIRIT OF AMERICA 5K RUN/WALK
July 4, 2009
VFW Hall, Phillips
7:30 a.m. Registration; 8 a.m. Mini-Stretching class; 8:30 a.m. Race begins. The entry fee is $8/person or $30/family (up to 6 members). Participants that pre-register by June 16 are guaranteed a free T-shirt. A trophy will be awarded to the first female and first male runner to cross the finish line. Medals will be awarded to the top three females and top three males in each age group of runners only. Prizes will also be awarded for Most Patriotic Dressed, Youngest Participant, and Oldest Participant, plus there will be special prizes for pre-registered children. Water and refreshments will be provided. Registration forms are available at Frase Chiropractic, the Price County Health Department (PCHD) in the Normal Building, and the Phillips Chamber or via e-mail or online at http://www.co.price.wi.us/  (look in the left-hand column). Completed forms need to be dropped off at the PCHD, 104 S. Eyder Avenue, Phillips. Make checks payable to the Price County Health Department. Pre-registered participants can pick p T-shirts and runner numbers (pre-assigned) on Friday June 27 from 1-5 p.m. at the UW Extension in Normal Building. Day of the race entry fee will be $10/person or $35/family; free T-shirts if available. Sponsored by the Price County Women's Health Alliance. E-mail: Klein.Kathleen@marshfieldclinic.org or Phyllis@pmaworks.com.
715-762-7575 / 339-2372

4th OF JULY TRUCK PULL/CELEBRATION
July 4, 2009 Kennan Memorial Park
10:15 a.m. Parade; softball-11am; 4-wheel truck pulls-1pm; Bingo, food, and kids games. Sponsored by the Kennan Fire Department.
715-474-2418

RING SCHOOL AREA PICNIC
July 4, 2009
Timm's Hill County Park, Ogema
Noon; potluck picnic, everyone welcome.
715-767-5845

AUGUSTA TRAIL VIPERS/ BEAN AND BACON DAYS ATV MUD
RACE/BOG.FOURTH OF JULY WEEKEND.THIS WILL BE A NEW PIT SHOULD BE
EXCITING.2 WHEEL SPORT TRACK AND 4X4 MUD PIT

Wisconsin Concrete Park SUMMER ART WORKSHOP - Drawing is natural July 9, 2009 Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips Local artist Dori Johnson will present a one-day workshop geared toward beginners looking to expand their artistic expression. Learn to draw; subjects will include animals & nature. For ages 10 through adult. The workshop will be held at the Wisconsin Concrete Park, one mile south of Phillips. There is no cost for this workshop; however, registration is required. The registration deadline is July 6, 2009. For additional information or to register, contact the Price County Tourism Department at 715-339-4505 / 800-269-4505 or e-mail tourism@co.price.wi.us.

OGEMA SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM Be Creative @ Your library - kids theme Express Yourself @ Your Library - Teens Theme July 9 - 30, 2009
Ogema Public Library
2-3:30 p.m.; Summer Reading Program begins the Thursday following July 4th and then each Thursday during the month of July. E-mail: ogemalibrary@ifls.lib.wi.us; Website:  http://www.ogemalibrary.org/  715-767-5130

CATAWBA FARMERS MARKET
July 11 thru Mid-September, 2009
C-Store, Hwy. 8, Catawba
Every Sat. 8 am - noon? (until sold out) - Fresh produce when in season, cut flowers, bedding plants, herbs, houseplants, trees & shrubs, pumpkins, melons, rhubarb, berries, apples, sweet corn, and craft items.
715-474-6713 / 3322

2nd Annual PHILLIPS CHAIN OF LAKES TRI July 11, 2009 Elk Lake / Lionite Park Pavilion, Phillips 9 a.m. Race begins at Elk Lake Park Pavilion in downtown Phillips; swim in Elk Lake, bike on rural roads, and run along Lake Duroy. Participants can enter the race as individuals or as a relay team. Awards: Top 3 Males, Females, Relay Teams, per age group Males, and per age group Females. You can print a registration form from the website. Race packet pickup is Fri., 4 - 8 p.m. or Sat., 7-8 a.m. at the Elk Lake Park Pavilion. The Crazy Loon of Phillips will have a kayak demo at Elk Lake and there will be bike accessories and repair services available. This is a fund-raiser for a local non-profit organization. Website: www.phillipschainoflakestri.org  715-339-2143

ANTIQUE & TRACTOR EXPO July 11, 2009
Price County Fairgrounds, Phillips 1 - 5 p.m. - Display of antiques and antique tractors, plus food, beverages, and music. 715-339-3492

KIDS PAN FISHING CONTEST July 11, 2009
Little Spirit Lake Boat Landing, Spirit
9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Crappie - Perch - Bluegill - Sunfish; Two age groups: 2 yrs.-8 yrs. & 9 yrs.-15 yrs., under 12 yrs. old must be accompanied by an adult; fish must be registered by 1 p.m.; $3.00 entry fee includes meal ticket; all entrants will receive a free gift. Activities include games for young and old: Casting contest, fish pond, minnow races, and raffles. Burgers, hot dogs and refreshments will be available to the public at the boat landing on Little Spirit Lake during the contest. Come join the fun! Seven (7) miles east of Rib Lake on State Hwy. 102.
E-mail: lspirit@newnorth.net ; Website: www.spiritlakeassoc.org .
715-427-3778

FIFIELD COMMUNITY PICNIC July 11, 2009
Movrich Park
Sat. 10 a.m.-midnight - Arts and crafts fair, food & beverages, bake sale, kids games, duck race, raffle, and live music.Sun. 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Breakfast at Congregational Church; 9 a.m. church service at Movrich Park. 715-762-2467

LAWN MOWER RACE July 12, 2009
Fifield Ball Park (the fastest track in the county) 3 p.m. - Hot laps are at 2 p.m.; six classes - IMOW, AP, SP, STOCK, BP, and FX; trophies for top five places; 1/6-mile oval track; grandstand seating; concessions will be available. Proceeds go to the Fifield Volunteer Fire Department. E-mail: felchffd@plbb.us; Website:  www.wilmra.com  715-762-4739 / 617-4411

Northwoods Players Ltd. 26th Annual DINNER THEATER  July 15 & 16, 2009 Northwoods Supper Club, Fifield
6:30 p.m. Dinner with a show of skits and songs to follow. The theme will be Salute to Show Business! The menu will be a choice of garlic/rosemary baked chicken or potato and chive crusted cod, both served with parsley buttered potatoes, green beans, salad, roll, coffee and dessert. The price is $25 for the dinner and show. Call for reservations.  E-mail: nwpglor@pctcnet.net ; Website address: www.northwoodsplayers.com .
715-339-3908

SATURDAY, JULY 18: Heat in the Valley muzzleloader shoot at 1 p.m. at Coon Valley Conservation Club in Coon Valley; call Royce Curtis at (608) 452-3809.

14th Annual PHILLIPS AREA  CHARITY CLASSIC MUSKY TOURNAMENT July 18, 2009
Phillips Chain of Lakes
This catch & release musky tournament is being held on the Phillips Chain of Lakes; $14,400.00 in total cash prizes (based on 60 two-person teams); $7,500 to 1st place winner, $3,000 second, $2,000 third, $1,000 fourth & $900 fifth. Register at Ross's Sport Shop, 286 N. Lake Avenue, Phillips; prizes, drawings and raffles at 4:30 p.m. at Harbor View on Long Lake in Phillips. Proceeds to benefit a local non-profit group. E-mail:  rossport@pctcnet.net
715-339-3625

SATURDAY, JULY 18: Parent Project Musclar Dystrophy 100 target, 16-yard trap shoot at Gunslick Trap Club in Holmen; call Mick Colgan (608) 783-8240.

SUNDAY, JULY 19: 16-yard, 100 bird trap shoot at Sparta Rod and Gun Club in Sparta; call Gordy Weber at (608) 269-4842.

51st Annual BUTTERNUT PIONEER DAYS July 25-27, 2009
Butternut Community Park Arts & crafts fair, carnival, sports, music, horse pull, softball tournament, a dance every night, carnival, food & refreshments, and much more; gigantic parade Sun. at 12 p.m.; fireworks at dusk. E-mail: chrisdon@pctcnet.net; Website:  http://www.butternutwi.com/  715-762-2621

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, JULY 25-26: Rinehart R-100 3-D archery shoot at Sparta Rod & Gun Club in Sparta; contact www.spartarg.com.

 FLAMBEAU RAMA  July 30, 2009 - August 01, 2009 July 30 - August 2, 2009
Hwy13 N to 5th Street, Park Falls All Four Days: FREE LIVE MUSIC, Food Court, Carnival, & Activities. Activities include: Rod Casting Contest, Chalk Drawing Contest, Family Fun Day Games, Kiddie Parade, Arts & Crafts Fair, Road Walk/Run, Car Show, Fireworks, Parade, & more! E-mail: chamber@parkfalls.com ; Website: www.parkfalls.com.  715-762-2703 / 877-762-2703

NORTHWOODS CLASSIC CAR SHOW
August 1, 2009
Tourism Park, Sherry Avenue, Park Falls

3 X 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
August 1, 2009
Tennis Courts (5th Street N.), Flambeau Rama grounds, Park Falls

Mid County Antique Power Club 4th Annual Tractor Show 
Saturday and Sunday August 1st and 2nd
9am to 5pm. Nadeau Township Hall 403 N. US Highway 41
Carney Michigan 49812 Free Camping Watch for signs
Entrance Donation- $3 per person,Kids 12 & under FREE
Featuring Oliver & Minneapolis Moline Tractors
Hit & Miss Engines Food and Beverages on Grounds
Multiple Prizes to be given away on Saturday & Sunday!
Tractor Games 
Free Lawn Mower & Tractor Pulls For Fun (up to 24 hp- no commercial 
mowers) 
Party Time Petting Zoo & Pony Rides We Bring the farm to you 
Abra Cadabra Bounce House & 14� Slide Wanted 
Exhibitors, Venders, Crafters, Flea Marketers 
covered space for Venders Hurry, Space is still available!

SATURDAY AND SUNDAY, AUG. 1-2: Archery shoot from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. at Blair Sportsmen’s Club in Blair, Wis.; call Brian Brost at (608) 989-2020.

Winnebago County Fair, August 4th  through the 9th at the
winnebago county Expo Grounds, %00 E Sunnyview Dr., Oshkosh, WI. 54901
Contact Tom Egan at 920-231-6002 or WCFA@milwpc.com. Fair web site
www.winnebagocountyfair.org  Come and join us for the 2009 Winnebago County Fair.

SUMMER ART WORKSHOP -What a Relief! August 6, 2009 Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips  Relax, enjoy, and learn the centuries-old process of relief printing with pre-service art educator, Ameris Grapa.  Design, carve, and print your own edition.  Please bring photographs and ideas to turn into a print.  A variety of printmaking materials will be explored, including easy-cut linoleum and linoleum block. For ages 5 to adult; adults are requested to accompany participants who are 5 to 10 years old. The workshop will be held at the Wisconsin Concrete Park, one mile south of Phillips. There is no cost for this workshop; however, registration is required. The registration deadline is August 3, 2009. For additional information or to register your place to participate in this exciting adventure, contact the Price County Tourism Department at 715-339-4505 / 800-269-4505 or e-mail tourism@co.price.wi.us.

WISCONSIN CONCRETE PARK CELEBRATION  August 8, 2009
Wisconsin Concrete Park, N8236 South Hwy 13, Phillips  Noon-4 pm. A celebration of the arts in a park setting; fun for the whole family; Iwo Jima plaque dedication, Magician Kevin Boyles of Marshfield, tours, kids entertainment, silent auction & concessions.
Email: tourism@co.price.wi.us

PRICE COUNTY FAIR
August 12-16, 2009
Fairgrounds, Cty. Rd. H, N9130 Forest Lane, Phillips

SATURDAY, AUG. 15: Seventh annual Smoke in the Valley muzzleloader shoot at 1 p.m. at Coon Valley Conservation Club in Coon Valley; call Royce Curtis at (608) 452-3809.

THURSDAY, AUG. 20: Wisconsin DNR hunter safety education class at 6 p.m. at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Cowley Hall in La Crosse.

Waterloo Fit City Triathlon.  August 29th 2009. Kids, Adult,
Relays.  http://www.waterlooswimclub.com.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 5: Open 3-D shoot at Trempealeau Archers in Trempealeau, Wis.; call Jim Rand at (608) 385-9396.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 5: Rickey Larson Memorial 100 target, 16-yard trap shoot from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Gunslick Trap Club in Holmen; call Mick Colgan at (608) 783-8240.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 6: Rickey Larson Memorial two-man trap shoot from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Gunslick Trap Club in Holmen; call Mick Colgan at (608) 783-8240.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 18, THROUGH SUNDAY, SEPT. 20: Fall Muzzleloaders Invitational at 1 p.m. at Coon Valley Conservation Club in Coon Valley; call Royce Curtis at (608) 452-3809.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 20: Muzzleloader pheasant hunt at Badgerland Pheasant Farm in Westby; call Royce Curtis at (608) 452-3809.