Cable
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Live Music: Nick Kuka
Live Music: Nick Kuka
Nick Kuka hits the stage at our saloon this summer — don’t miss his live performance!
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Open Mic Night
Open Mic Night
Sign up when you arrive for your seven minutes (or two songs) on stage. Beginners and experienced people are welcome. This can be a great place to try out a new poem, routine, or song, and it is always fun to listen to the variety of people with something to share. Join us!
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Live Music: Desperate Electric
Live Music: Desperate Electric
Join us as we welcome Desperate Electric to The Portage Stage for the very first time! "If you ever wondered what it might sound like to party under the northern lights while wrestling with existential desire, “Don’t Fall in Love” by Desperate Electric is probably close. Dangerously close. The album is a shimmering rollercoaster of…
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Tech Support Day
Tech Support Day
Tech Support from Digital Navigator Eric Faber. Drop ins welcome, or you can schedule a time by email or phone: efaber@nwwib.com or 715-204-7501
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Birding by Ear on the Namekagon River
Birding by Ear on the Namekagon River
(Master Naturalist Advanced Training) Join local birder Dr. John Mundahl for a float through prime bird habitat along the Namekagon River. We will help participants learn to distinguish common birdsongs with or without actually seeing our feathered friends. Participants must provide their own (non-aluminum) canoe or kayak and shuttle. Meet at the put-in on County…
Garlic Mustard Pulling Party
Garlic Mustard Pulling Party
Want to help our community and learn a bit too? Join us in the backyard of Velo Cafe in Cable to help pull invasive garlic mustard plants. Representatives from the Northwoods Cooperative Weed Management Area will be available to answer questions about treatment of garlic mustard and other invasive plants. Pulling takes place between 10…
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Epic Bike Fest!
Two epic rides. one unforgettable weekend. Get ready for a cycling festival weekend that will challenge you while being fun for your entire family and friends. Food trucks, expo/festival, beer tent on site, fun and games – this will be a weekend worthy of the title Epic! Epic Singletrack Full: 37 Miles Half: 18 Miles…
St. Ann Church Yard Sale
St. Ann Church Yard Sale
A variety of items including: Tools, Housewares, Seasonal Items, Toys, Sporting Goods and Furniture.
Live Music: The Bum Steers
Live Music: The Bum Steers
Join us as we welcome The Bum Steers to The Portage Stage! Get ready for some classic, outlaw country covers! The Bum Steers will have you singing and dancing along all night!
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St. Ann Church Yard Sale
St. Ann Church Yard Sale
A variety of items including: Tools, Housewares, Seasonal Items, Toys, Sporting Goods and Furniture.
Live Music: The Comeback Kid
Live Music: The Comeback Kid
TCK makes his debut at The Portage for an all Original, Inspirational show.There's something for everyone at his shows..
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Nature Journaling Club
Nature Journaling Club
Tap into your curiosity and creativity by recording nature observations! Participants will explore the outdoors while learning simple techniques to capture their observations through words and sketches. Naturalist Haley Selen will lead guided journaling exercises and playful art tutorials that are fun for all abilities, whether you are a seasoned artist or someone who thinks…
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Trivia Night!
Trivia Night!
Join us for Trivia on Tuesday nights! Grab your team, put your heads together, & give it your best shot to angle for a position on The Portage's Trivia Leaderboard! Free to play Teams up to 6 Prizes! Good luck, teams!!
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Pastel Painting: Northwoods Landscapes with Diana Randolph
Pastel Painting: Northwoods Landscapes with Diana Randolph
Use your own color photos of spring and summer Northwoods landscapes as inspiration to create unique pastel paintings on paper. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Museum, you’ll explore the art elements of value, color, and texture in your composition as you interpret the landscape, creating the illusion of three-dimensional space on a…
The Healing Shop Celebrates 4 Years!
The Healing Shop Celebrates 4 Years!
Celebrate with Michele all day Thursday enjoying snacks, tea, a free gift with your purchase and a drawing for a pouch full of apothecary products handmade by her. Outdoor table specials too! (Weather permitting) A great time to shop for a Father's Day gift, try samples, and make sure to sign up for her new…
Live Music: Dixie Duncan
Live Music: Dixie Duncan
Live music! Don't miss Dixie Duncan. Always an amazing show.ROCK, ALTERNATIVE, LOOP MUSIC
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Tai Chi/Qi Gong
Tai Chi/Qi Gong
Tai Chi- The ultimate in moving balance meditation for increased balance and fall prevention. QiGong- Ancient Chinese mind-body exercise using breath, meditation, and movement to improve health.
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CNHM Golf Classic Presented by: Johnson Financial Group
Play in the Museum’s annual 18-hole scramble tournament to benefit the Cable Natural History Museum. Held on private local courses, this event includes lunch prior to golf and wraps up with refreshments, prizes, and awards. Space is limited. Registration information is underway. Stay tuned for more information and for when registration will open. $150 per…
Nature Fest!
Nature Fest!
Join us for fun and learning at the Museum from 10 a.m. to noon! Wisconsin Master Naturalist Volunteers will be eager to share their new nature knowledge. Hands-on activities! Games! Fun for kids, adults, and the whole family! Donations welcome.
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Junior Naturalists: Animal Olympics
Junior Naturalists: Animal Olympics
Go for gold by running like a deer, leaping like a mountain lion, and flapping like a hummingbird! The Junior Naturalist programs offer environmental education for children entering grades K – 6 through games, art, and outdoor exploration. Meet at the Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area’s Wake Robin Pavilion, 43135 Randysek Road, Cable. $6 for…
Talon Talk Live Raptor Program
Talon Talk Live Raptor Program
Meet the Cable Natural History Museum’s live education raptors in person! Learn all about the amazing world of birds of prey from Naturalist Haley Selen in the Museum’s classroom. 2-3 p.m. Please come early to find a seat. Donations welcome.
Trivia Night!
Trivia Night!
Join us for Trivia on Tuesday nights! Grab your team, put your heads together, & give it your best shot to angle for a position on The Portage's Trivia Leaderboard! Free to play Teams up to 6 Prizes! Good luck, teams!!
5 events,
Sedge Ecology & Identification
Sedge Ecology & Identification
(Master Naturalist Advanced Training) Sedges are beautiful, unique, and often confusing members of our natural landscapes. U.S. Forest Service botanist Caitlin Hoenig will lead the group in identifying sedges using dichotomous keys and distinctive characters. Meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Cable Natural History Museum for a morning of classroom learning. After a sack lunch,…
Junior Naturalists: Becoming the Northwoods – Akiing
Junior Naturalists: Becoming the Northwoods – Akiing
Find out how the Northwoods became akiing – our special place. The Junior Naturalist programs offer environmental education for children entering grades K – 6 through games, art, and outdoor exploration. Meet at the Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area’s Wake Robin Pavilion, 43135 Randysek Road, Cable. $6 for member/$8 non-member. Scholarships are available. Register Here:https://www.cablemuseum.org/event/junior-naturalists-becoming-the-northwoods-akiing/
Tech Support Day
Tech Support Day
Tech Support from Digital Navigator Eric Faber. Drop ins welcome, or you can schedule a time by email or phone: efaber@nwwib.com or 715-204-7501
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Live Music: Dixie Duncan
Live Music: Dixie Duncan
Join us as we welcome the southern phenomenon, Dixie Duncan, back to The Portage Stage! Dixie dazzles with mind bending melodic loop pedal music & groovy, soulful vocals. He's a Portage favorite & we can't wait to see you there!
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Women’s Weekend MTB Clinic South
The 2024 CAMBA Women’s South Mountain Bike Clinic will be a weekend of learning, growing confidence, having fun, and experiencing the beauty of the CAMBA trails in the Hayward/Cable area! Set in the heart of CAMBA’s Big Woods Endless trails, instruction for the clinic will be provided by regional certified coaches who have experience in…
Art of Natural Play
Art of Natural Play
Drop in at the Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area to join local artists to create make-and-take nature crafts. All ages welcome! Find us at 43135 Randysek Road in Cable. Fridays 10 a.m. to noon. June 20 through August 8. Donations welcome.
Cable UCC Annual Country Store Luncheon
Cable UCC Annual Country Store Luncheon
Chef Salad Luncheon, includes rolls, dessert and beverage $15 per person. Homemade jams and baked goods for sale! Be sure to also check out the 2nd Chapter Garage Sale open from 9am to 1pm at the same location.
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Make Music Day 2025
Make Music Cable Ring in the summer with a worldwide day of music! On June 21, celebrate Make Music Cable on streets, sidewalks, and parks across the city, with music performed by anyone and free for everyone.
Color Our World Summer Reading Program Kick Off
Color Our World Summer Reading Program Kick Off
We'll have games, crafts and stories to share. We will also have summer reading challenge activities for all ages.
Make Music Day: Spoons For The People!
Make Music Day: Spoons For The People!
Vince Shueren- Spoons for the Eople will be performing his Techno-Folk show on the back patio of the library. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, if you wish. In case of rain, we'll be inside the library.
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Live Music: Kayleigh Matthews
Live Music: Kayleigh Matthews
With a voice that echoes the raw emotion of classic country and a pen that carves stories straight from the heart, Kayleigh is a singer-songwriter whose music lives where soul meets tradition. Known for her powerful, heartfelt renditions of country classics, she breathes new life into beloved songs with a voice that’s both smoky and…
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Cookbook Club
Cookbook Club
Cookbook: The Smitten Kitchen (available for checkout at the library) Open to all, sign up is required. Contact Director Westlund to sign up. For more information and a lift of recipes that have already been selected, please visit our calendar page on our website at: www.forestlodgelibrary.org
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Talking is Teaching Program
Talking is Teaching Program
Theme: Summer This is a birth to 3 year old program for children and their parents/caregivers. We'll sing songs, read stories, and explore the topic with hands-on experiences. Come and go though out the hour. Stay for as long as you would like. Feel free to bring a blanket for your little on to play…
Little Naturalists: Nature Detectives
Little Naturalists: Nature Detectives
Get out your magnifying glass to solve the forest’s biggest mysteries. Little Naturalists offers the opportunity to playfully explore our environment using our senses and our imaginations. Little Naturalists is geared toward children ages 3-6, but older and younger siblings are welcome. Adults are encouraged to stay and explore with their children. Meet at the…
Junior Naturalists: Pollinator Power
Junior Naturalists: Pollinator Power
Explore the Museum’s pollinator gardens and see who’s visiting the flowers. The Junior Naturalist programs offer environmental education for children entering grades K – 6 through games, art, and outdoor exploration. Meet at the Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area’s Wake Robin Pavilion, 43135 Randysek Road, Cable. $6 for member/$8 non-member. Scholarships are available. Register Here:…
Talon Talk Live Raptor Program
Talon Talk Live Raptor Program
Meet the Museum’s live education raptors in person! Learn all about the amazing world of birds of prey from Naturalist Haley Selen in the Museum’s classroom. 2-3 p.m. Please come early to find a seat. Donations welcome.
Trivia Night!
Trivia Night!
Join us for Trivia on Tuesday nights! Grab your team, put your heads together, & give it your best shot to angle for a position on The Portage's Trivia Leaderboard! Free to play Teams up to 6 Prizes! Good luck, teams!!
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Colorful Chronicles Story & Craft Time
Colorful Chronicles Story & Craft Time
This is for children in PreK up to 5th Grade. Parents/Caregivers will need to accompany their children during this time. We will read a story or two, and then work on a craft together. Our summer reading theme is Color Our World, so all of our stories and crafts through out the summer will focus…
Cards from Nature: Drawing & Watercolor Workshop
Cards from Nature: Drawing & Watercolor Workshop
Let nature inspire your creativity! Artist Nancy Lizette Berlin will guide participants in techniques of botanical art to create greeting cards and postcards. Watercolor paints, paper, and other materials will be available for everyone, and you are welcome to bring your favorite art supplies, too. Kids are welcome with a supportive adult. Meet from 1-3…
Get A Clue Book Club
Get A Clue Book Club
Open book club - books can be checked out at the library. Book for this month: The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins
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Art of Natural Play
Art of Natural Play
Drop in at the Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area to join local artists to create make-and-take nature crafts. All ages welcome! Find us at 43135 Randysek Road in Cable. Fridays 10 a.m. to noon. June 20 through August 8. Donations welcome.
Friday Field Notes: Air, Land, Water & Fire
Friday Field Notes: Air, Land, Water & Fire
Mike Wiggins, Jr., former Chairman of the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and Interim Site Director of the Madeline Island Museum will speak about Anishinaabe heritage in the Chequamegon Bay and Penokee region. Join us at the Wayside Wanderings Natural Play Area’s Wake Robin Pavilion, 43135 Randysek Road, Cable. Arrive at 5:30 p.m.…
Live Music: Dave Karas
Live Music: Dave Karas
Saddle up for a wild night! David Karas is bringing the tunes to the Quarter Horse Saloon. Sip on specialty cocktails, enjoy 25¢ tap beer, and soak up that summer fun all night long!
Live Music: Strong Arm Sally
Live Music: Strong Arm Sally
Join us as we welcome Strong Arm Sally to The Biggest Little Bar in Bayfield County! They will be joining us as part of their long weekend Up North!
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Collection’s Lab: Nature’s Design
Collection’s Lab: Nature’s Design
Explore behind-the-scenes of the Museum’s collection! Join a maker program from 11 a.m.- noon as we model and create from designs found with the animals in our collection. Explore the Collections Look-in Lab with our Curator anytime between 12:30-1 p.m. All ages welcome, but adults are encouraged to stay with children during activities.
Ground Breaking Ceremony for New Library
Ground Breaking Ceremony for New Library
Join us as we break ground on our new library building facility! The Forest Lodge Library is proud to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for its new library building. The event will take place on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the library’s site at 13450 Co Hwy M in Cable, Wisconsin. This significant…
Dragonfly Ecology & Identification
Dragonfly Ecology & Identification
(Master Naturalist Advanced Training) Discover the unique and interesting attributes of dragonflies that have helped them become the most proficient predator on the planet. Explore the life stages of incomplete metamorphosis and how dragonflies spend most of their life underwater. Learn tips and tricks to identify dragonflies and damselflies, which will help you ID the…
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Live Music: Cory Waller & the Wicked Things
Live Music: Cory Waller & the Wicked Things
Grown from the black dirt that Iowa is known for, Cory Waller and The Wicked Things are a band of hard-working friends, sons and daughters of farmers and small-town folks. The band has traversed the midwest sharing their brand of black dirt country music, sometimes the shows The Wicked Things play have more people than…