Past Events
Issues in Cardiology
Free Admission
In Partnership with Learning in Retirement
LIR’s favorite cardiovascular internist, Dr. Joel Furda, will return to host informal discussions of some of the more common cardiovascular issues we face as we age. He will pick up where he left off in Fall of 2023 with high cholesterol and coronary artery disease (April 11), and congestive heart failure (May 14). Dr. Furda will briefly introduce each entity, then take audience questions about that topic. This will be an excellent opportunity to get a detailed overview of the effects of these conditions on the body, the possible treatments, and maybe most important of all, the best preventive measures we can all take for our health. General questions on the topics are welcome. Make a free, private appointment with Dr. Furda to ask questions about one’s personal health or health of a family member. Please call the Oneida County Health Department at 715.369.6116 for this consultation.
Dr. Joel Furda, MD is a retired (sort of!) internal medicine specialist with nearly 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Iowa in 1974. He had a solo internal medicine practice on Frederick Street in Rhinelander for many years, then after additional cardiovascular training, affiliated with Cardiovascular Associates, continued to serve patients in our community and region.
Wild Horses
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Beer, wine, and concessions will be available for purchase beginning at 6:30 pm.
Hailing from the deep woods of Northern Minnesota, Wild Horses makes a home between the traditions of folk, western, and rock music. With roots in the Minnesota bluegrass music community, frontman Jed LaPlant draws inspiration from the simple storytelling of traditional music but offers a more dynamic and driving approach sonically. Wild Horses crafts the ability to draw listeners in with both captivating melodies and a hard-hitting drive in the same live experience. Their debut record, Runaway, was released in the Summer of 2022 followed by a Western US tour to bring the songs back to the place from which they were inspired.
Yazzie the Chef - Cooking in Two Worlds - CANCELLED
This presentation “Cooking in Two Worlds” has been cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control. Apologies for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Brian Yazzie, aka Yazzie the Chef, joins us to speak on the contemporary cuisine of Indigenous flavors, in a transition frompre- to post-reservation. Covering the decolonized movement and reflecting actual accessibility of organic ingredients to our community members, especially those in rural areas without means to markets.
Brian Yazzie (Diné/Navajo) is from Dennehotso, Arizona and based out of Saint Paul, Minnesota. Yazzie has a degree of Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Culinary Arts from Saint Paul College. A delegate of Slow Food Turtle Island Association, and a team member at I-Collective: a collective of cooks, chefs, seed keepers, farmers, foragers, and scholars, he is focused on bringing awareness to the cultural appropriations of indigenous foods of the Americas.
Brian and his fiancée Danielle Polk (Hoonmana Polk) are the Founders/Owners of Intertribal Foodways, a culinary mission specifically working with and for the betterment of tribal communities, wellness, and health through Indigenous foods. They travel internationally for catering, private dinners, pop up dinners, chef demos and cooking classes, collaborations, and presentations on indigenous food sovereignty.
Maygen and the Birdwatcher
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Beer, wine, and concessions will be available for purchase beginning at 6:30 pm.
Minneapolis folk sextet Maygen and The Birdwatcher took home wins for Album of the Year and Americana Artist of the Year at the Midwest Country Music Organization’s annual awards show in Arnolds Park, Iowa. The band, led by Maygen Lacey and Noah Neumann, received accolades for their acclaimed 2022 release Bootleggin’ at the Flower Shoppe. The honors cap a year of touring and sharing stages with Old Crow Medicine Show, Paul Cauthen, and Travis Tritt. It has also been a fertile period for a group that continues to make strides in the field of progressive folk-rock-country.
Nicolet Cosmetology Student Hair Show
Don’t miss the annual Nicolet Cosmetology Student Hair Show, where students have an opportunity to show off their creativity and skills in a fun and engaging setting. The popular show allows parents, family members, and the community to support the students and see their work. Proceedswill be used to fund advanced education.
From Beneath the Tarp - A Story of Abuse and Redemption
Free Admission
In Partnership with Learning in Retirement
From Beneath the Tarp is a true story of one woman’s journey through the realities of domestic violence. This important and engaging story will be told by Susan Perry, former Nicolet College Nursing Instructor and author. Come and witness her story of abuse and redemption to be enlightened, empowered, inspired, and informed.
Global Game Jam Northwoods Showcase
Free Admission
Global Game Jam is an international event supporting the growing community of game designers across all levels. Rhinelander is the newest addition to the Global Game Jam through the Culture Tap program which is funded in part by the Rhinelander Community Foundation. Through Culture Tap, local teams had the opportunity to work with game designer Jeremy Nikolai in a design and development lab program. This event will showcase all teams’ games, as well as Global Game Jam games worldwide. Teams will set up public demos to present their games to an audience. Join us for a fun night of gaming and support of future game designers. Snacks and beverages will be available.
The Cactus Blossoms - WXPR Concert
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Beer, wine, and concessions will be available for purchase beginning at 6:30 pm.
The Cactus Blossoms have drawn frequent comparisons to other musical siblings like the Everlys and Louvins over the years. Their latest album, One Day often suggests a more soulful, ’70s-inspired palette, hinting at times to Bobby Charles or JJ Cale with its playful Wurlitzer, breezy guitars, and lean, muscular percussion. The songs here are tender and timeless, with straightforward arrangements centered around brothers Jack Torrey and Page Burkum’s airtight harmonies, and the performances are warm and intimate to match. The band’s classic country and old-school pop roots are still there, of course, but the growth and evolution underlying One Day is obvious, not only in the duo’s writing but in their core philosophy, as well.
Winter Solstice in the Garden Community Celebration
Admission FREE
Welcome the return of the light on the darkest day of the year in the Northwoods Community Garden. Wisconsin winters give us good reason to find warmth and light by gathering together and braving the cold. The highlight of the event is the traditional solstice fire. This year’s sculpture willbe created by the Over It group – a youth-led organization focused on creating youth development spaces in the Northwoods that nourish the physical and mental health of future generations. Sip hot beverages while watching the fire, caroling, and participating in other solstice traditions. This event is hosted in partnership with the Northwoods Community Garden.
Community Holiday Concert
Admission FREE
Complimentary cookies and coffee will be provided during the concert. Non-perishable food and monetary donations for local food pantries are welcome at the door. Talented musicians from several area groups once again come together to bring you this holiday tradition. Seasonal favorites will be performed by the Rhinelander Area Community Band, Northwoods Choraliers, Rhinelander Male Chorus, and the Hymns and Hers.