Three events on Saturday, Nov. 7, headline the weekend around Wisconsin Rapids, giving residents a chance to try a winter sport, support local firefighters and help a local nonprofit in a single day.
The Tri-City Curling Club holds an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 7 at 131 Hurley St. in Wisconsin Rapids. Visitors can step onto the ice and try curling, learn the basics from club members and hear about leagues and upcoming events. Equipment is provided, and guests are asked to bring clean athletic shoes and wear warm, comfortable clothing.
In Biron, the Biron Firefighter's Association hosts its second annual Ladders & Ladles Chili Feed & Fundraiser from 4 to 8 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Biron Municipal Center, 451 Kahoun Road. The menu includes chili, chicken dumpling soup, sides and homemade desserts, with basket raffles and other activities. Admission is free, and the event supports the Village of Biron Fire Department, helping pay for equipment, training and education for firefighters and the community.
Jeremiah's Crossing holds The Mane Event from 5 to 8 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Nekoosa Area Senior Community Center, 416 Crestview Lane in Nekoosa. Social time starts at 5 p.m., with dinner and other activities at 6 p.m., including raffles, a live auction and music. Lori & Friends Catering provides the dinner and Julie's Cupcakes provides dessert.
Tickets for The Mane Event are $35 per person, $60 per couple or $230 for a reserved table for eight, and all proceeds benefit Jeremiah's Crossing. Ticket information is available by emailing [email protected].
