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Local Events

Discover the pulse of our vibrant community through a diverse array of exciting local events in the Chequamegon Bay area. From festive celebrations of our culture, art classes to live music and more, there's something for everyone in Washburn. Join us in making memories, honoring traditions, and connecting with the community as we come together to enjoy our unique area. Check out our calendar of local events to stay in the know and experience the heart of Chequamegon Bay.

Show Choir Extravaganza!

It’s that time of year again: the start of another show choir season! Join the Washburn show choirs Illumination and Fire & Ice as they premiere their competition sets and host visiting show choirs from Ashland, Drummond, Ironwood, South Shore, and Superior! There will be a bake sale, 50/50 and prize drawing to help raise ...

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Be on Board: Building Better Boards

Best Western The Hotel Chequamegon 101 Lakeshore Dr W, Ashland, WI, United States

The Be on Board program is a comprehensive 4-session training series designed to empower individuals interested in, or currently serving on nonprofit boards. Each session features expert-led trainings on essential board member duties including legal and human resources responsibilities, financial management, and strategies for fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within board governance. Dinner will be ...

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Brand Storytelling For Nonprofits

The Back Stage 84810 State Hwy 13, Bayfield, WI, United States

Harness the power of brand storytelling. Join us for an enlightening presentation hosted by Fritz Grutzner, founder and president of Brandgarten. Understand how you can better connect with key audiences through Fritz’s approach to brand storytelling.

Event Series Story Time

Story Time

Washburn Public Library 307 Washington Ave., Washburn, WI

Each Wednesday at 10 am the kids’ area of the upstairs becomes a place for storybook wonder and excitement when we host Toddler Tales/Story Time. Preschoolers and their moms and/or dads listen to a few great tales, maybe sing a song and share a dance or two, and generally just have fun. It’s a great ...

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Cooking Class – Crispy Garlic Potato Topped w/Parm & Roast Garlic

Chequamegon Food Co-op 700 Main Street West, Ashland, WI, United States

Cooking with Lars Lars will demonstrate the skills needed to up this Wisconsin classic food from Salad Bar to a favorite fall warming food for the chilly months. Take Thanksgiving potatoes to the next level with these homemade ingredients that bring out one of Wisconsin's most planted and enjoyed crops.

THANKFUL BINGO NIGHT (Thanksgiving Edition)

The Sandbar 2521 LAKE SHORE DRIVE WEST, ASHLAND, United States

Come B4 to get a seat and a bite to eat. Games start at 6:30pm and we play 5-7 rounds. Bringo cards are $2 each. Bring in a canned food donation for the BRICK and get a FREE bingo card.

Lucious Lip balms

Sweet Fern Apothecary 229 West Bayfield Street, Washburn, WI, United States

Lip balms are the perfect gift anytime. They are needed in the long dry winters. In this lip balm work shop you will learn how to make soothing lip balms. we will discuss the different types of carrier oils, butter, and wax you may want to use to combine and make your unique lip balm. ...

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$35

November FREE Family Craft Event at The Washburn Public Library

Washburn Public Library 307 Washington Ave., Washburn, WI

Join Kiddiwink Kids on Saturday, November 23rd from 10am - 12pm for the November FREE family craft event. We will celebrate all things fall and turkeys with an adorable turkey pine cone craft, creative watercolor foil prints, and our sensory fun. This also happens to be hunting opener weekend so it's a perfect time to ...

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FREE Cookie Painting and Christmas Wish List Kick Off Party!

Kiddiwink Kids 108 W. Bayfield st., Washburn, WI, United States

Kick off the holiday season with Kiddiwink Kids this Saturday! There will be FREE cookie painting with sugar cookies and food coloring "paint." Children (and adults/teens too!) can fill out a wish list with their favorite in-store products. Wish lists can be left in the store for family and friends to shop from or brought ...

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Krumkake Class

Chequamegon Food Co-op 700 Main Street West, Ashland, WI, United States

Norwegian for 'curved cake' these are one of the most fun traditional Norwegian cookies to make. It's a quick process of using a specialized iron and quickly rolling up the cookies while they're still hot leaving you with a thin crispy treat that has a crunch that is unique and will bring back your memories ...

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