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July 19-20
Rummage sale, Prentice
St. John the Baptist, Prentice, holds a two-day rummage sale in the Lions pavilion next to the church. Friday, July 19, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, July 20, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The pavilion is handicap accessible. 715-339-2222.

July 21
Music festival, Eagle River
Praise in the Pines will hold a one-day music festival featuring Big Daddy Weave, Austin French, Hannah Kerr, and speaker Bob Lenz, at Northland Pines High School Field House. For more information, or to become a sponsor, go to PraiseinthePines.org, or call 715-891-6096.

July 27
Faith renewal program, Washburn
St. Louis, Washburn, hosts a Faith Renewal program, “Goal: Building a Faith Filled Family and Community, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fr. Daniel Tracy will give a presentation, “Understanding the Need for Prayer: Personal and Family Life.” Cost is $15 per adult; $30 max per family. Lunch is included. No charge for kids and students to attend. Childcare will be available for children ages 3 and older. Register by calling 715-373-2676, or email .

July 28
Polka Mass, Iron River
St. Michael, Iron River holds an outdoor Polka Mass, 10 a.m. at Moon Lake Park during Blueberry fest. Music provided by the Singing Slovenes. All are invited. 715-372-4756.

Summer festival, Frederic
St. Dominic, Frederic, hosts a summer festival, 11 a.m. Chicken dinner, craft items, white elephant, games, bottle lotto, bingo, paddle wheel, basket raffle. Dinner is $12 for adults; $10 for ages 10 and younger. 715-327-8119.

Aug. 5
Golf tournament, Eagle River
The Northern Lakes Catholic Communities host the fifth annual “‘Fore!’ our Youth,” a golfing tournament fundraiser to benefit faith formation programs. Tournament will be at Eagle River Golf Course. For more information, call the parish office at 715-479-8704 or go to www.northernlakescatholics.org/golfing-fore–our-youth.

Aug. 11
Chicken dinner, Strickland
Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Strickland, holds its annual chicken dinner, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Outdoor Mass at 9:30 a.m., weather permitting. Bring a chair. Games, raffle and refreshments. Dinner is $15 for adults; $7 for ages 6-9; preschoolers eat free. Carry-outs available. 715-637-3255.

Sept. 1
Outdoor polka Mass/chicken dinner, Weyerhaeuser
Ss. Peter and Paul, Weyerhaeuser, hosts its annual Labor Day chicken dinner and polka Mass under a tent. Mass is at 10 a.m. Dinner begins at 11 a.m. Take-outs and outdoor dining available. Menu includes chicken, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, sauerkraut and Polish sausage, vegetable and pie. Raffles and polka music after Mass. 715-532-3051.

Sept. 8
Jesus Fest, Butternut
Jesus Fest is set for Sunday, Sept. 8, at 2:30 p.m. It will be at 2862 N. Shady Rest Dr., Butternut. The day will include live music, featuring “Elijah,” lakeside, chairs provided, food, all free, bring a dish if you like. Email , or call 715-762-2916, and leave message.

Sept. 21
Koinonia anniversary, Lake Nebagamon
N.E.W. Koinonia will hold a 25th anniversary celebration at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Lake Nebagamon. Celebration includes Mass celebrated by Bishop James P. Powers. For more information, call Bluette, 612-865-4720.

Ongoing
Retreats and workshops, Arbor Vitae
The Marywood Franciscan Spirituality Center, Arbor Vitae, holds programs and retreats year-round. Visit www.marywoodsc.org. 715-385-3750.

Retreats, Marathon City
St. Anthony Spirituality Center, Marathon City, holds weekend, day-long and private retreats, programs and workshops throughout the year.   Visit www.sarcenter.com or call 715-443-2236 for more information.

Retreats, Buffalo, Minn.
Christ the King Retreat Center, Buffalo, Minn., holds programs and retreats year-round. www.kingshouse.com. 763-682-1394, ext. 11.