Community Events

Welcome to the WISS Community Calendar.  Below is a listing of Community Events in the area.

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Antique and Rummage Sale Fundraiser

May 24, 2013 - May 26, 2013
7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Belle Plaine Town Hall @ N3002 Highway 22, Clintonville (between Shawano & Clintonville)
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Outstanding antique & rummage sale items including furniture, tools, glassware, crocks, barrels, lawn & garden, vintage hats & jewelry, enamelware, lanterns,clothing, toys & more. Brat fry,drinks, baked goods available. Music provided while shopping. Sponsored by non profit nIc Foundation w/proceeds to support their bully prevention programs throughout NE Wisconsin. Shop for a needed cause and help stop bullying.

Coloma 1st Saturday Flea and Craft Market

May 25, 2013 - September 7, 2013
8 am - 3 pm
Coloma Community Park, CTH CH, Coloma, WI
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Shop for crafts, antiques, collectibles, rummage, flea market items, seasonal produce, baked goods and more. Sale dates: May 25, June 1, July 6, August 3, September 7. Information on shopping or to sign up as a seller call 715-228-2109. Food and beverage available. Market sponsored by Coloma Area Historical Society.

9th Annual Gentlemen's Choice Cancer Ride aka GC Cancer Ride

June 8, 2013
9am - Midnight
Gentlemen's Choice Barbershop Downtown Omro
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GC Cancer Ride supporting the Brandon Thielke Foundation. ARE YOU READY TO GO HUNTING??? This year we are having a scavenger hunt. All hunting lists will be given out at registration on June 8th. Registration starts at 9am $20 per person All are Welcome! 2,3 or 4 wheels End of ride supper out at the Hill Tavern on hwy D between 5-6pm. Live music at 9pm. Group ride will be planned for those of you that have enjoyed them in past years **note** not all listed items will be had on the group ride, so if you want to be the HUNT winners, you will have to go at your own pace. We are looking for teams of 4 for more on the hunt but don't worry if you come single or double we will have a team for you. HUNTING IS NOT A MUST! Just come join us for a fun time in the fight against CANCER. QUESTIONS? Call Melissa at 920-252-1138

Day Out with Thomas

June 12, 2013 - June 16, 2013
8:30am - 6pm
National Railroad Museum
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Ride along with Thomas the Tank Engine. Snap a picture with Sir Topham Hatt. Visit the Imagination Station for loads of fun. Tickets available on our website. Advance reservation is strongly recommended.

Run for Sam 10k run/walk & 1 mile walk

July 6, 2013 - July 6, 2013
8:00 am - 1:00pm
VFW Post, 136 N. Farmer St., Princeton, WI.
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Chip timed event, rec. made in USA performance T shirt, free brats, DJ music, refreshments, awards

WWII Reenactment

July 13, 2013 - July 14, 2013
9am - 5pm
National Railroad Museum
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Interact with Allied and Axis forces. Tour the Eisenhower train, and go behind the lines and learn how this global conflict altered history.

Tastes and Talents of Wisconsin a fundraising event benefiting Little Sprouts Discovery Center Non-Profit, Inc.

July 21, 2013 - July 21, 2013
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Moose Inn Supper Club W6846 State Highway 21, Wautoma, WI
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This event will include a prime rib brunch, raffles, silent auction and Christmas in July Store along with other events and activities. The event will also showcase a variety of talents including artist and individuals with unique skills and talents. A fundraising event to help provide support for programing which provides services for children through age 12.

Rails and Ales Brewfest

September 21, 2013 - September 21, 2013
6:30pm - 10pm
National Railroad Museum
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Sample craft beers, wine, and food among the historic trains.

The R.A.P. Ride

September 28, 2013 - September 28, 2013
noon - 4pm
Baraboo, Wisconsin
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Motorcycle fundraiser for Compassion International. Approximately 4 hours, 125 mile ride, beginning and ending in Baraboo, Wisconsin. Registration is $25 per rider/$30 with passenger. Visit www.rapride.blogspot.com for complete details.

Art from the Barn

October 5, 2013 - October 6, 2013
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
6320 county rd K, Omro WI 54963
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Art from the Barn 2013 Saturday, October 5 and Sunday October 6 9am to 4 pm on Saturday 10 am to 3 pm on Sunday At The Foote Family Farm 7 miles west of Oshkosh on County Rd K (between Waukau and Oshkosh) Address: 6320 County Rd K Omro WI 54963 Contact: frank6kids@yahoo.com or call 920 685 2094 A beautiful Amish built Wisconsin barn provides the setting for Art From the Barn, an entirely unique art show and sale. The setting is a family farm located about 7 miles west of Oshkosh and 2 miles east of Waukau on County Rd K, near Omro. The show is a carefully selected blend of fine arts, fine crafts, photography, and other one-of-a-kind gift items produced by local artisans.� Art From the Barn 2013 will be held October 5 and 6 at 6320 County Rd K in Omro, Wisconsin. The show will run from 9 am to 4 pm on Saturday, and 10 am to 3 pm on Sunday. Both days will be filled with music, food, demonstrations, and a dazzling array of beautiful and affordable works of art.� A visitor to Art From the Barn will have a chance to experience the ambiance and architecture of a beautiful Wisconsin barn (and pet the goats!), revel in the beautiful autumn colors, and talk to local artists. Hay rides will be available, weather permitting. Don�t miss this opportunity to do some holiday shopping, meet your neighbors, and support the arts in your area.� For more information, contact Jennifer Frank at (920)685-2094 or email jen@artfromthebarn.com. Visit us on the web at�www.artfromthebarn.com. .�

The Great Pumpkin Train

October 12, 2013 - October 13, 2013
9am - 5pm
National Railroad Museum
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Ride the train to the pumpkin patch and select your very own pumpkin. Enjoy family entertainment, children�s activities and the big coloring contest. No advance registration is needed.

The Great Pumpkin Train

October 19, 2013 - October 19, 2013
9am - 5pm
National Railroad Museum
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Ride the train to the pumpkin patch and select your very own pumpkin. Enjoy family entertainment, children�s activities and the big coloring contest. No advance registration is needed.

PLAINFIELD FIRE/RESCUE HALLOWEEN 5K & 10K RUN/WALK

October 19, 2013 - October 19, 2013
8:30 A.M. - ?
409 South West Street, Plainfield WI 54966
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Proceeds from this event will be going towards the purchase of firefighter equipment. For more information or to receive a registration form feel free to contact Stacy Miller at plfdffinc@hotmail.com or 715-335-6807.

Dance Against Violence Sock Hop Charity Event

October 25, 2013 - October 25, 2013
6:30 pm - 12:00 am
Grand Meridian, 2621 N. Oneida St., Appleton
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9th annual Dance Against Violence Sock Hop Evening Charity event sponsored by the non profit nIc Foundation. Doors open @ 6:30 w/free dance lesson @ 6:45. Dance to 50's-60's Bobby Rivers Band from 8-midnight. Excellent raffle packages, silent auction items, hula hoop contest, art gallery walk. Dress in sock hop attire or seasonal costume. Cost is $8 at the door. Proceeds support the nIc Foundation's bully prevention programs in NE wisconsin. Everyone welcome at the dance to support a needed cause and help stop bullying.

Polar Express

November 29, 2013 - December 1, 2013
2pm - 8pm
National Railroad Museum
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The classic Christmas tale comes alive in a dramatic reading and train ride. The Museum closes at 2pm on each day of the event. All show are at 3pm, 5pm, and 7pm, except for Wednesday and Thursday shows, which will be at 5pm and 7pm only.

Polar Express

December 4, 2013 - December 8, 2013
2pm - 8pm
National Railroad Museum
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The classic Christmas tale comes alive in a dramatic reading and train ride. The Museum closes at 2pm on each day of the event. All show are at 3pm, 5pm, and 7pm, except for Wednesday and Thursday shows, which will be at 5pm and 7pm only.