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Mosaic Monday
Mosaic Monday
Guided by local artist Sharon Molinaro, participants will be able to create a glass mosaic of their own design. Come be inspired and create not only beautiful artwork, but camaraderie and community. Happening all four Mondays in February 10am-2pm, it will be loosely structured. Attend which days and hours work for you. The $50 fee…
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Nordic Ski Ecology Trip: Fire Ecology at North Lakeland School
Nordic Ski Ecology Trip: Fire Ecology at North Lakeland School
Join Naturalist Jenna on a ski down the North Lakeland School Trails to learn about fire ecology and Wisconsin fire history. The trail we will be skiing is easy to moderate in difficulty. Please dress accordingly and bring your own classic skis and boots. If you do not have your own skis, you may rent…
Wild Wisdom Game Night: Winter Animal Signs
Wild Wisdom Game Night: Winter Animal Signs
Join Naturalists Licia and Jenna for this fun and interactive program. Test your knowledge about all the different sign left behind by wildlife during winter through this Jeopardy-style game/program. Who leaves a track with 5 toes? Whose hair is in that scat? Join us and find out! Cash bar and light appetizers at 5:30, program…
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Mahjong – American Style
Mahjong – American Style
All are welcome. Even newbies. The group is willing to teach. **In the winter months, call ahead to make sure the group is playing on the particular Wednesday you plan to come.
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Smartphone Photos
Smartphone Photos
Learn how to view, save, share, organize, and edit photos on your smartphone. This class is designed for smartphone users who are comfortable with the basics and are ready to learn more about managing photos on their device. For both iPhone and Android smartphones. Have a smartphone? Bring it with you for hands-on practice. Don’t…
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Lakeside Yoga Stretch
Lakeside Yoga Stretch
Join Suzi Hammer for Lakeside Yoga Stretch, a class paced to facilitate a deeper release in the major muscle groups. It includes gentle stretches, breath work, and effective movements to increase range of motion and ease chronic pain. This class is appropriate for all students who simply want to increase their flexibility, experience a deep…
Around the Campfire
Around the Campfire
MARCH 2ND 2024 | MICKEY FINN'S BREWERY | LIBERTYVILE, IL This event is for attendees 21+ Announcement, Announcement, Announcement! Around the Campfire is an inspiring evening of delicious food, drinks, friendship and supporting Camp Jorn YMCA’s scholarship, camper and Child Care programs. Sponsoring organizations and individuals make it possible for more youth in our communities…
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Javier Calderon
Javier Calderon
When Javier Calderon played his solo recital debut at Carnegie Hall, The New York Times called him “…a virtuoso with poetic sensibility.” Since then many composers, including the eminent American Alan Hovhaness and Lawrence Weiner, have been writing and dedicating guitar concertos and solo pieces to Calderon. At age 17 Javier Calderon thrilled the audience of his…
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Create a Vision Board
Create a Vision Board
March 5, 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM Join Julie Nelson to create your own unique vision board by cutting inspirations from magazines and making a collage. Location: 13870 Woodland Lane, Manitowish Waters, WI 54545 Cost: FREE
Northwoods Seed Exchange Potluck
Northwoods Seed Exchange Potluck
Bring your friends, a dish to share, and join us for a potluck while we learn about seed collection and winter-sowing, and together build an insect house for the Discovery Center. We will have free seeds available from our Northwoods Seed Exchange program and encourage you to bring seeds you would like to donate. We…
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Let’s Dehydrate with Pauline Rider
Let’s Dehydrate with Pauline Rider
Learn how to use a dehydrator to make MREs and much more. Join Pauline Rider as she demos how to make breakfast, lunch and dinner meals with dehydrated foods. This class is free and no sign up is necessary.
Mahjong – American Style
Mahjong – American Style
All are welcome. Even newbies. The group is willing to teach. **In the winter months, call ahead to make sure the group is playing on the particular Wednesday you plan to come.
Knowledge at Noon: A Wisconsin Bat Chat
Knowledge at Noon: A Wisconsin Bat Chat
Join Naturalist Licia and live education Big brown bat Edgar as they teach you all about this most amazing mammal! We will discuss their life cycle, adaptations, survival strategies, threats and benefits. Program will be held at the Presque Isle Library. Free. Donations appreciated. Wednesday 12 PM - 1 PM.
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Book Club – Firekeeper’s Daughter
Book Club – Firekeeper’s Daughter
The book to be discussed this month is Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angline Boulley. Copies of the book are available through the library. See list of books here.
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Lakeside Yoga Stretch
Lakeside Yoga Stretch
Join Suzi Hammer for Lakeside Yoga Stretch, a class paced to facilitate a deeper release in the major muscle groups. It includes gentle stretches, breath work, and effective movements to increase range of motion and ease chronic pain. This class is appropriate for all students who simply want to increase their flexibility, experience a deep…
Wildlife Insights: Critter Feeding Hour
Wildlife Insights: Critter Feeding Hour
The Discovery Center is home to 15 animal ambassadors who all have unique dietary needs that must be taken in account when feeding them. We are now welcoming the public to witness our feeding procedures in action! Join a Discovery Center Naturalist during our open feeding hour held monthly in our Nature Center. This is…
Naturally Creative: Wire and Stone Pendants
Naturally Creative: Wire and Stone Pendants
Join Jenna to learn about wire weaving, or wrapping, loose stones. Learn about local geology, and use stones found both locally and globally to create a piece of wearable art! Participants will create their own wire wrapped pendant in copper or silver wire. It is encouraged for participants to bring a cherished stone of their…
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Eco Ed-Venture: Blooming Botanists
Eco Ed-Venture: Blooming Botanists
Bring the kids for a winter day camp filled with adventure and discovery! Participants will explore the topic of botany, learn about composting, pressing plants to create art, and much more. Kids must bring a lunch and have weather-appropriate clothing and footwear. Space is limited and pre-registration in required by 3/10/24. Tuesday 8:00 am - 3:00…
Fe University – Cities of the World – Tokyo
Fe University – Cities of the World – Tokyo
37 Million People Can’t Be Wrong: Magnetic Tokyo, with Ardith Carlton The world’s largest metropolitan area, Tokyo attracts not only young Japanese from throughout the country in search of their best life, but also international visitors galore. Learn about Tokyo’s history, its culture, and its range of unforgettable features, from the colorful cacophony of electronic…
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Winter Birding
Winter Birding
There is a plethora of bird species that linger throughout the harsh winter months in our beautiful Northwoods. Join Naturalist Jenna to take a trek on our Discovery Center trails to listen and look for signs of wintering bird species. This event is family-friendly! Please bring appropriate hiking shoes. Space is limited. Registration required by…
Mahjong – American Style
Mahjong – American Style
All are welcome. Even newbies. The group is willing to teach. **In the winter months, call ahead to make sure the group is playing on the particular Wednesday you plan to come.
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Eco Nibbler: The Earth and You
Eco Nibbler: The Earth and You
The Eco Nibbler topic for March focuses on natural cycles of the earth, as well as human impacts on the planet. Participants will play a water cycle game, participate in a recycling relay, and much more! Thursday, 5 - 7 PM. Registration required by 3/12/24. Snacks and pizza will be provided. Program is held at…
Nibbles N’ Knowledge: Nature’s Response to Climate Change
Nibbles N’ Knowledge: Nature’s Response to Climate Change
Join Cathy Techtmann, Environmental Outreach Specialist with University of Wisconsin-Extension as she joins us for this month's program. Climate change is global issue, but its impacts are local. How is climate change is affecting Northwoods habitats that support plants, animals, and activities we love? Which of these beings be moving on and what we can…
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Mini Chihuly-Like Sculptures
Mini Chihuly-Like Sculptures
Kiddos, come over to the Discovery Center & join Instructor Darcy Lanz-Sage to create a Chihuly-like sculpture using Shrinky Dink sheets! Each participant will walk away with a sculpture to take home with them. This project is geared toward children 7 years-old and above. Pre-registration required by 3/13/24. We will meet in the Forest Room on…
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Lakeside Yoga Stretch
Lakeside Yoga Stretch
Join Suzi Hammer for Lakeside Yoga Stretch, a class paced to facilitate a deeper release in the major muscle groups. It includes gentle stretches, breath work, and effective movements to increase range of motion and ease chronic pain. This class is appropriate for all students who simply want to increase their flexibility, experience a deep…
Naturally Creative: Copper and Leather Bracelets
Naturally Creative: Copper and Leather Bracelets
Using a combination of leather and copper foil, participants will create their own one-of-a-kind bracelet(s). There will be a wide variety of texture plates available to emboss the metal foil. We will be using a small propane torch to patina the copper, which produces beautiful color effects. There will be many colors of leather to…
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Elder Benefit Specialist Consultations
Elder Benefit Specialist Consultations
ELDER BENEFIT SPECIALIST CONSULTATIONS WHEN: MONDAY, MARCH 18 TH , 2024 TIME: 10:30AM-NOON WHERE: FRANK B. KOLLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY Meet with Susan Corrieri, Vilas County Elder Benefit Specialist What is the latest news about Medicare? How does Medicare work? When do I get my Medicare? If you have these questions or others, make sure to…
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North Lakeland School Referendum Program
North Lakeland School Referendum Program
North Lakeland School Referendum Program When: Tuesday, March 19 th , 2024 Where: Frank B. Koller Memorial Library, Manitowish Waters Time: 1PM Brent Jelinski, District Administrator and Principal of North Lakeland School District will be at the library to present information and answer questions regarding the upcoming April 2 NLS referendum, which is of great…
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Mahjong – American Style
Mahjong – American Style
All are welcome. Even newbies. The group is willing to teach. **In the winter months, call ahead to make sure the group is playing on the particular Wednesday you plan to come.
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StoryWalk ® Trail Program: Spring After Spring by Stephanie Roth Sisson
StoryWalk ® Trail Program: Spring After Spring by Stephanie Roth Sisson
Join a Discovery Center Naturalist as we reveal this month's book "Spring After Spring: How Rachel Carson Inspired the Environmental Movement." Celebrate Women's History Month! As a young child, Rachel Carson observed how all living things are connected. And as an adult, Rachel watched and listened as the natural world she loved so much began…
Naturally Creative: Porcupine Quill Earrings
Naturally Creative: Porcupine Quill Earrings
Join naturalist Licia Johnson to learn a bit about our local ‘prickly pig’ and get a little creative! This fun class will teach you how to assemble porcupine quills, beads, and the ear attachment for a natural, beautiful, and very lightweight set of earrings. Materials for making two sets of earrings will be provided. Please…
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Pancake Breakfast & Eggstravaganza
Pancake Breakfast & Eggstravaganza
Free will donation breakfast including pancakes, sausage, fruit, and beverages . All donations will go directly to the childcare program. Breakfast 9-10:45am. Egg hunt at 11am.
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The Northwoods Through Time: Ancestral Ojibwe History
The Northwoods Through Time: Ancestral Ojibwe History
Join us for the fourth program in our sense of place series. Naturalist Licia will explore the history of the Lac du Flambeau Ojibwe tribe on these lands. As a tribal descendant, Licia will also trace members of her family throughout this timeline. Registration required by 3/25/24. Tuesday, 5:30 PM - 7 PM. Program is held at the…
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Mahjong – American Style
Mahjong – American Style
All are welcome. Even newbies. The group is willing to teach. **In the winter months, call ahead to make sure the group is playing on the particular Wednesday you plan to come.