Events
How to submit briefs for the calendar page
Local briefs is a summary of events and programs held in the Diocese of Superior. Parishes and organizations are asked to submit event notices via email, fax or postal mail by Wednesday noon, the week before the publication date. Information for the calendar items cannot be accepted by telephone. Send to: Catholic Herald, Calendar Page, P.O. Box 969, Superior, WI 54880; Fax: 715-392-8656 or email to gro.d1524392897lareh1524392897ciloh1524392897tacro1524392897irepu1524392897s@rot1524392897ide1524392897.
Programs at Marywood Franciscan Spirituality Center
Marywood Franciscan Spirituality Center, Arbor Vitae, will hold the following programs in April 2018:
“Ions: Science and Spirituality, Thursday, April 19, 12:30-3 p.m. Cost: $10;
“Mini-Camino,” Friday, April 20, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $20. Register by Thursday, April 19;
“Franciscan day of solitude,” Saturday, April 21, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Cost: $25. Register by Thursday, April 19;
“Writers group,” Thursday, April 26, noon to 2 p.m. Cost: $5. Register by Wednesday, April 25;
“My friend solitude,” Thursday, May 1, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Cost: $10. Register by Wedbesday, April 25;
“Ions: Science and Spirituality, Thursday, May 3, 12:30-3 p.m. Cost: $10;
“Watercolor: Changing format,” Monday, May 7, and Tuesday, May 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $60. Register by Tuesday, May 1.
For more information or to register, visit www.marywoodsc.org, call 715-385-3750, or email moc.l1524392897iamg@1524392897retne1524392897c.doo1524392897wyram1524392897.
April 20
Smelt fry and pulled pork, Rhinelander
The Knights of Columbus will hold an all-you-can-eat smelt fry at the Nativity North building (St. Joseph’s Church), Rhinelander. The menu will include pulled pork sandwich plate, baked potato, coleslaw, bread, dessert, and drink. There will also be a paddle wheel and prizes. Cost: $11 for adults; $6 for children ages 12 and under; children younger than age 5 eat free. Carryouts available. Call 715-362-3366. Proceeds to benefit Nativity School, Rhinelander.
April 20-22
Women’s silent retreat, Buffalo, MN
Christ the King Retreat Center, Buffalo, will hold a silent retreat for women. Cost: $160 per person. A $30 deposit is required. For more information go to kingshouse.com or call 763-682-1394, ext. 11.
April 21
Morning of reflection, Boulder Junction
St. Anne, Boulder Junction, will hold “Becoming more compassionate and forgiving,” a morning of reflection. The program is free and open to men and women of all ages. The event will start with 9:15 a.m. registration. Register by contacting Michelle in the parish office by April 19 at 715-385-2390. For more information, call Joan at 715-546-3673.
April 22
Earth day program, Minong
The Catholic and Lutheran Churches of Minong, Gordon and Solon Springs will sponsor “Earth Our Common Home,” an Earth Day prayer service and workshops. It will start at 4 p.m. at the Jack Link Aquatic and Activity Center, in Minong. There will be speakers from the Washburn County Lakes and Rivers Association, Washburn County Community Rights Organization and Department of Natural Resources-Minong Ranger. Refreshments and light pastries available. 715-520-3778. For more information, go to www.stpiusmaryanthony.com/events.
April 22-25
40 Hours in Adoration, Rice Lake
St. Joseph, Rice Lake, will host 40 Hours in Adoration, from 5:30 p.m. Sunday, April 22, to 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 25. Mercy Fr. Thomas Sullivan, CPM, will lead the devotion. The daily schedule includes Mass, prayers, rosary, Stations of the Cross, Chaplet of Divine Mercy, lunch (except Wednesday), musical praise and worship, and confession. Daily presentations include “Fr. Pio and Mass”; “Eucharistic miracles”; “Eucharist: True presence”; and “Angels: How they teach us to adore.” 715-234-2032.
April 23
Prayer group, Minong
The River of Life Prayer Group will meet 6-7:30 p.m. at St. Mary Church. 715-376-4126 or 715-376-2796.
April 22-28
Icon retreat, Arbor Vitae
Marywood Franciscan Spirituality Center, Arbor Vitae, will hold an icon retreat/workshop. Beginners and advanced students will paint an icon of The Good Shepherd, using acrylic paints and embellished with gold leaf. Led by Barbara Lawless. Cost: $650 for residents, which includes a private room in a shared cabin and all needs; $450 for commuters. Limit of 8. A $100 deposit if required with registration. Register by March 22. For more information, go to www.marywoodsc.org or call 715-385-3750, ext. 1.
April 23
Prayer group, Minong
The River of Life Prayer Group will meet at St. Mary Church, Monday, April 23, from 6-7:30 p.m. 715-376-4126 or 715-376-2796.
April 29
Roast beef dinner, Catawba
St. Paul the Apostle, Catawba, will host a roast beef dinner from noon to 2 p.m. The menu includes roast beef with gravy, mashed potatoes, homemade buns and pies. Cost: $25 for family; $8 for adults; $3 for children; preschoolers eat free.
Fiesta de Mayo, Superior
Holy Assumption, Superior, will hold the third annual Fiesta de Mayo taco dinner from 4:30-7 p.m. The menu includes soft or hard shells with all trimmings, Spanish rice, refried beans, chips and salsa, dessert and beverage. Cost: $7 for adults; $5 for children ages 10 and younger. Takeouts available. 715-394-7919.
May 2
Pilgrimage, Ladysmith
Our Lady of Sorrows, Ladysmith, will host a one-day tour to The Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help, Champion, in the Diocese of Green Bay. Led by Fr. Inna Reddy Pothireddy, the bus will leave the church at 7 a.m. and return at 9 p.m. Cost for the bus and tour is $40. Box lunches are $9 at the shrine, or bring a bagged lunch. 715-532-3051. Registration and payment due by April 17.
Fiesta de Mayo, Superior
Holy Assumption, Superior, 4:30-7 p.m. The third annual Fiesta de Mayo taco dinner. Menu includes soft or hard shells with all trimmings, Spanish rice, refried beans, chips and salsa, dessert and beverage. Cost: $7 for adults; $5 for children ages 10 and under. Takeouts available. 715-394-7919.
May 5
Bingo, Rib Lake
The Knights of Columbus 9608, will hold a bingo day at Good Shepherd, Rib Lake, 1 p.m. 715-427-5259.
Rummage sale, Amery
St. Joseph, Amery, will hold a rummage sale, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. 715-268-7717.
Spring sale, Clear Lake
St. John, Clear Lake, will hold its annual spring plant, bake and craft sale, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be homemade soup, bread, homemade rolls and other refreshments served. 715-265-7133.
Spring tea luncheon,Superior
St. Anthony, Superior, will hold a five-course spring tea luncheon, starting at noon. The cost is $15 for adults; $10 for children ages 12 and under. Tickets are available by emailing moc.l1524392897iamg@1524392897aetgn1524392897irpsy1524392897nohtn1524392897ats1524392897, and at the door. For more information, go to www.stanthonyspringtea.com. Attendees may wear their favorite tea hat for a chance to win a prize. All are welcome. 715-398-3261.
May 6
Luncheon, Mercer
St. Isaac Jogues, Mercer, will hold an Italian beef sandwich luncheon from noon to 2:30 p.m., at the Cranberry Inn. The menu also includes coleslaw, fries and all the fixings. Cost: $10 for adults. Children portion sizes available. There will also be a pie sale. 715-476-2697.
May 7
Prayer group, Minong
The River of Life Prayer Group will meet at St. Mary Church, 6-7:30 p.m. May 7, and May 21. All are welcome. 715-376-4126 or 715-376-2697.
May 12
Soup supper, Medford
Holy Rosary, Medford, will hold a soup supper at the Holy Rosary Social Center, 4-7 p.m. Menu include four soups. There will be basket raffles. Sponsored by Holy Rosary Home and School. 715-748-3336.
May 17
Spring luncheon, Lac du Flambeau
St. Anthony of Padua, Lac du Flambeau, will hold the 56th annual spring luncheon, sponsored by the Women’s Club. The luncheon includes a variety of soups and salads, coffee, rolls and dessert. The event will include door and table prizes and raffles. Proceeds go towards scholarships, and community projects. Tickets are $10, and may be purchased at the parish or at the door. 715-588-3148.
May 22
Joint SDCCW Convention, Duluth
The Superior Diocesan Council of Catholic Women convention will hold a joint convention with the Duluth Diocesan Council of Catholic Women at The College of St. Scholastica. Information will be available at www.sdccw.me closer to the event date.
May 27
Pancake breakfast, Phillips
St. Therese of Lisieux, Phillips, will hold an all-you-care-to-eat pancake and French toast breakfast from 8-11:30 a.m. The menu includes sausage and eggs. Cost: $8 for adults; $6 for children ages 5-12, preschoolers eat free. Proceeds to benefit Price County Respect Life. 715-339-2222.
June 3
Bingo, Rib Lake
The Knights of Columbus 9608 will hold a bingo day at Good Shepherd, Rib Lake, 1 p.m. 715-427-5259.
June 10-15
Totus Tuus, Superior
The Cathedral of Christ the King, Superior, will host Totus Tuus, Sunday, June 10, to Friday, June 15. This year’s theme is the luminous mysteries of the rosary and Apostle’s Creed. This program for grades 1-6 runs 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. June 11-15; the teen program for grades 7-12 runs from 7:30-9:30 p.m. June 10-14. Permission slips are available online at www.superiorcathedral.org and at the parish office, 715-392-8511.
July 1
The Knights of Columbus 9608 will hold a bingo day at Good Shepherd, Rib Lake, 1 p.m. 715-427-5259.
Oct. 19-21
Koinonia, Merrill
St. Francis, Merrill, will host the #51 Koininia, a spiritual uplift for adults age 20-100. Contact Bluette Puchner, 715-866-4492, or email ten.l1524392897etyru1524392897tnec@1524392897kaleh1524392897tno1524392897.
