Events

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Aug. 15
Community Picnic, Solon Springs
St. Pius X, Solon Springs, hosts a community potluck picnic, Aug 15. Event will begin with an Assumption of Mary Mass at 10 a.m., followed by a potluck picnic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come and See faith formation classrooms, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 715-378-4431.

Aug. 16
Pork dinner, Lake Nebagamon
St, Anthony, Lake Nebagamon, holds a roast pork dinner, Aug. 16, noon to 2 p.m. Menu includes roast pork, mashed potatoes, gravy, sweet corn, coleslaw, applesauce, relish, rolls and butter, homemade desserts, coffee, lemonade and water. Children’s menu for ages 10 and younger includes hot dogs, chips, cookies and drink. Cost is $15 per ticket, sold at the door; kids’ menu tickets are $5. 715-374-3570.

Parish festival, Balsam Lake
Our Lady of the Lakes, Balsam Lake, hosts a parish festival and dine-in chicken dinner. Mass celebrated by Fr. Jerry Harris at 8:30 a.m. Broasted chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, dessert, coffee, water and lemonade served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Live music by Concrete Cowboy, bingo and door prizes. 715-405-2253.

Aug. 23
Polka Mass, Rib Lake
Good Shepherd, Rib Lake, hosts a Polka Mass starting at 9:45 a.m. Chicken dinner served 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until gone. Take-outs will be available. Menu includes one-half chicken or beef tips for $15; one-quarter chicken or Kielbalsa and kraut dinner for $12; or a two-meat combo dinner for $15. Meals include real mashed potatoes and gravy, baked beans, salads, veggies, roll and dessert, milk and coffee. Beer and refreshments available. Activities begin at 11 a.m., and include an antique show, raffles, silent auction, kids’ crafts, face painting and more. 715-427-5259.

Sept. 5-7
Food stand, Glidden
St. Rita Impact Team 1257 in Glidden is sponsoring the Catholic Eat Stand at the 3-Day Labor Day Community Fair, Saturday, Sept. 5, to Monday, Sept. 7. Foods include chicken bouya, hamburgers, chili, barbecue, pulled pork, brats, hot dogs and homemade desserts. Funds raised go towards expenses at Most Precious Blood Parish. https://tinyurl.com/et2aw4sr.

Sept. 6
Outdoor polka Mass/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.

Summer wrap-up, Eagle River
St. Peter the Fisherman, Eagle River, holds a summer wrap-up celebration at noon. Cookout features burgers and brats. Bake sale, raffles and concert with local talent. Buy tickets after Masses or at northernlakescatholics.org/st-peter-cash-raffle. Freewill offerings accepted.

Sept. 11-12
Sale, Superior
St. Francis Xavier, Superior, holds a “This ‘n That” sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. both days. No clothing at the sale. 715-398-7174.

Sept. 12
Day of remembrance, Phillips
A 10 a.m. prayer service at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Phillips, is scheduled to observe the National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children. All are invited to pray for those affected by abortion. 715-339-4632.

Sept. 13
Chicken dinner, Turtle Lake
St. Ann CCW, Turtle Lake, holds its annual grilled chicken dinner, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Menu includes grilled chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, coleslaw, corn, apple or pumpkin pie. Cost: $13 for adults; $5 for ages 6-12; free for ages 5 and younger. Take-outs available. 715-822-2948.

Ham and meatloaf dinner, Pattison Park
St. William, Pattison Park, holds its annual ham and meatloaf dinner, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Country garden, bake sale, pasties and silent auction. Cost: $15 for adults; $5 for ages 12 and younger; preschoolers eat free. Take-outs available. www.superiorcatholics.org. 715-394-7919.

Jesus fest, Park Falls
St. Anthony of Park Falls prayer group hosts Jesus Fest, a music and healing event, 2-6 p.m. Sept. 13 at Old Able Memorial Park. Live music and a Knights of Columbus hot food stand. Event is free. Rain venue is St. Anthony Church.

Sept. 19
Koinonia retreat, Tony
A Koinonia day retreat is Sept. 16 at St. Anthony Hall, Tony, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Presenter is Tom Thibodeau, Viterbo University. Contact Bluette at or 612-865-4720 for details.

School gala, Ladysmith
Our Lady of Sorrows School, Ladysmith, hosts a gala, 5:30 a.m. “A Night at the Speakeasy” includes dinner at J & S Supper Club, live jazz and full access to all activities; 1920s attire is encouraged. Cost is $75 per ticket. www.olsladysmith.com/

Sept. 22
Pilgrimage to La Crosse
St. Francis de Sales, Spooner, sponsors a pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, La Crosse, on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Trip will include travel by coach bus, a self-guided walk around the grounds, Mass, on-site lunch, exploration of church relics, a rosary walk, candle meditation and more. Bus leaves at 8 a.m. and returns at 8 p.m. The cost is $75 per ticket, which includes bus fare, meal and tips for the day. Registration deadline is Aug. 14. All are invited. Sign up via the parish office, 715-635-3105, or .

Sept. 22
Pilgrimage to La Crosse
St. Francis de Sales, Spooner, sponsors a pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, La Crosse. Trip includes travel by coach bus, self-guided walk around the grounds, Mass, on-site lunch, exploration of church relics, rosary walk, candle meditation and more. Bus leaves at 8 a.m. and returns at 8 p.m. Cost is $75 per ticket. Registration deadline is Aug. 14. All are invited. Sign up via the parish office, 715-635-3105, or .

Oct. 23-25
Koinonia retreat, Tomahawk
Koinonia retreat at St. Mary, Tomahawk. Retreat begins 4 p.m. Friday and ends 3 p.m. Sunday. Cost is $40. Contact Bluette at 612-865-4720 or  to register. newkoinoniawi.weebly.com.

Ongoing
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.