Shuffle off the stress & do something fun! Tap is a great way to build confidence, stay active & meet new people. Join the fun & make Wednesdays something to look forward to! Classes are free & held at the Rome Town Hall Community Room, 1156 Alpine Drive, Nekoosa. For information contact the Town of Rome Office, (715) 325-8023, M-F 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM or Pam Hyland at 715-451-0227 All classes for adults (18 & older). No classes on holidays

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

Step into the 2nd Annual Ale Trail Haunted Forest and follow a dark, winding trail filled with eerie sights, creepy sounds, lurking creatures, and unexpected scares around every corner. Grab your friends, grab a beer, gather your courage, and sip your way through the Haunted Forest… if you dare!

Entrance Fee
Adults 21+ - $15 includes one beer
Below 21 - $5 includes one soda or hot chocolate

Black Cats and Bats,
Witches and Mummies galore,
Ghouls, Vampires, and Frankensteins
Mean so much “fang”tastic fun is in store!

Come join the Romemakers HCE and Visit Rome for the annual Kids Halloween Party in the Rome Town Center. This year, the event will be held from 1:00-3:00 PM on Saturday, October 31st—right on Halloween!

No tricks at this event! Here’s some of the “treats” you can expect…
• Petting Zoo, including alpacas!
• Balloon Animals!
• Family Photo Booth (if you want to get photos of your costumes together!)
• DJ/Live Music!
• Fun Games!
• Trick-or-Treating around the Rome Town Center “square” (candy handed out by local businesses/organizations)!

***We have lucked out over the past few years with clear skies, but if needed, the rain location will be the Rome Town Hall Community Room.

Step into the 2nd Annual Ale Trail Haunted Forest and follow a dark, winding trail filled with eerie sights, creepy sounds, lurking creatures, and unexpected scares around every corner. Grab your friends, grab a beer, gather your courage, and sip your way through the Haunted Forest… if you dare!

Entrance Fee
Adults 21+ - $15 includes one beer
Below 21 - $5 includes one soda or hot chocolate

Join us Saturday Oct 31st from 7pm-11pm for Karaoke!
Costume contest at 9:30pm
Fun spooky cocktails!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

Join Chef Paul Miller and the Director of Beverage Louie Hickner for an inspired culinary experience celebrating the vibrant flavors of the West Coast, where thoughtful cuisine meets exceptional wines from some of the region’s most celebrated appellations. Drawing inspiration from culinary visionaries Alice Waters, Thomas Keller, Michael Mina, Chad Robertson, and Elizabeth Pruitt, Chef Paul and Louie present a thoughtfully composed menu that highlights seasonal ingredients, refined techniques, and the art of pairing food and wine.

Pricing

$90 ++ | person
Includes: champagne toast or specialty cocktail, multi-course dinner with beverage pairing per course
Ability to purchase beer / wines - subject to availability.

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Menu

WELCOME COCKTAIL

Mind Your Own Bees Knees

uncle val's botanical gin, yuzu juice, chef jack's homestead honey

APPETIZER

Kumamoto Oysters

aji amarillo, yuzu mignonette

WINE PAIRING

2023 Delille Cellars Sauvignon Blanc | Columbia Valley, WA

‍SOUP AND SALAD DUET

Shrimp Louie

petite gem lettuce, poached shrimp, sauce louie, quail egg

Velvet Corn Soup

chanterelles, crème fraîche

WINE PAIRING

2024 Duckhorn Chardonnay | Napa Valley, CA

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‍TERRE ET MER

Lobster Vol-au-Vent

flaky, golden puff pastry with tender poached lobster in lobster sauce

Seared Quail

potato parsnip purée, pomegranate gastrique

WINE PAIRING

2024 Ken Wright Pinot Noir | Willamette Valley, OR

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‍FROMAGE DU MOMENT

Artisanal Cheese from the West Coast

mt tam, cowgirl creamery, Petaluma, California

bermuda triangle, cypress grove, Arcata, California

WINE PAIRING

2023 Bonny Doon Vineyards, Le Cigare Volant, Grenache | Paso Robles, CA

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‍SWEET FINALE

Tarte Tatin

vanilla bean ice cream

WINE PAIRING

2023 Far Niente Dolce

Shaun Johnson and his Big Band return, this time celebrating the timeless hits of Michael Buble in The Book of Buble. The performance features a seven-piece band with full brass, delivering bold new arrangements and Shaun’s signature charm…a must-see for fans of swing, soul, and the effortless cool.

Among the iconic hits you’ll hear are “Haven’t Met You Yet,” “Everything,” “Cry Me a River,” and “Feeling Good.”

Check it out: The Book of Buble

Also included is a FREE outreach opportunity for students at 3:00 p.m. that afternoon. Call 715.421.4552 for information on how to sign up for this event!

The show begins at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 10, and will be held at the Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids.

Tickets: $44/Adults, $15/Students

Thank you to our show sponsors: Rapids School of Performing Arts, Furniture & ApplianceMart, Altmann Construction, Fey Printing, and season sponsor WSAW Channel 7.

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

Three rounds of meat-raffle fun — The Elf Market, Santa's Butcher Shop and Santa's Premium Reserve — plus
The Naughty List 50/50!

Let's get together and get creative! No experience needed!

If you can put a puzzle together, you can make a Lighted Wood Slice Tree! Approximate finished size is 18" and 3 colors to choose from to fit every style - Perfect for any countertop, entry table, or mantle!

Join Angie with Beyond Basics Design for a NEW wood slice Christmas workshop! A fun & unique hands-on experience that teaches you to realize the beauty in the natural characteristics of raw wood as you are guided through every step to create a one-of-a-kind piece that is totally unique and perfectly you!

Choose from 3 (pre-painted) color options -
Light Green ("Environmental" by Behr)
Dark Green ("Grounded" by Behr **2027 Color of the year)
Black ("Black" by Behr)

All materials, tools, instruction, and battery-operated LED fairy lights are included.
Approx. finished size: 18"H, 8"W, 3"D

Open to anyone 13 years or older (persons under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult).

No cancellations or refunds. If you are not able to attend, you may send someone in your place.

Let's get together and get creative!
No experience needed! If you can put a puzzle together, you can make a Lighted Wood Slice Wreath!

A rustic holiday classic with 2 sizes to choose from - Perfect for any door!

Join Angie with Beyond Basics Design for a NEW wood slice Christmas workshop! A fun & unique hands-on experience that teaches you to realize the beauty in the natural characteristics of raw wood as you are guided through every step to create a one-of-a-kind piece that is totally unique and perfectly you!

Choose from 2 size options - 13 inch or 11 inch

All materials, tools, instruction, and battery-operated LED fairy lights are included.

Open to anyone 13 years or older (persons under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult).

NOTE: No cancellations or refunds. If you are not able to attend, you may send someone in your place.

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

Join us at The North Pole for a festive afternoon of sipping, painting, and creating!

During this Make & Mingle workshop, you’ll hand-paint a set of four wine glasses featuring a beautiful winter design. No artistic experience needed—just come ready to have some fun and create something you’ll be excited to use or gift this holiday season.

$45 per person
Includes 4 wine glasses + all painting supplies

Hosted by Friendship Dee-Sign Studio

To Register and Pay:
Sign up via link under "TICKETS"
You will be directed to a Survey Monkey to fill out registration.
Payment link is available on survey

Registration is not confirmed until payment is received.

CAMO NIGHT KARAOKE!

Get ready to blend in but stand out on the mic!

Throw on your best camo gear and join us at Lake Sherwood Lodge for a fun night of karaoke, drinks, and great company!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Come celebrate the season at the library with a day of fall fun! This is a drop-in program, so stop by anytime between 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. There will be crafts, games and activities. Bring the kids, bring a friend, and enjoy some fall fun!

Sign up on Survey Monkey following link in "Tickets"
Make payment at the Lodge

This class is a fun class for kids (5+ older) to enjoy decorating cookies and get to take home the treats they made. We provide everything you will need from the 4 cookies, icing, sprinkles, and a box to take your awesome creations home!

$40 / Little Maker

Please note:
There may be a photographer there. If you do not want your child’s photo taken you need to let Kat know in writing otherwise your photo may be used in promotions social media and websites for Kat’s Sweet Escape and or the photographer socials and websites

We need a minimum of 12 kids to host the class.

Kick off the holiday season with your favorite people and a whole lot of evergreen magic! You'll create your own lush, fresh wreath featuring three types of evergreens, giving it that designer look - full of texture, color and holiday cheer!

We'll bring the supplies and fun - you just bring your creativity (and a friend or two)

Register by November 11 via link (button above)
$75/person. Payments can be made at the lodge.

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

GRAMMY & EMMY award-winning singer/songwriter John Berry is excited to bring his 30th Annual Christmas with John Berry tour to town! John Berry takes pride in offering a fresh new show each year, while always including popular classics like “Little Drummer Boy,” “O Come All Ye Faithful,” “Let It Snow,” “Mary Did You Know,” and his timeless hit, “O Holy Night.” This year will be even more spectacular, celebrating the 30th anniversary with each and every one of you!

“After 30 years, I never could have imagined the incredible blessing of sharing my music while celebrating the birth of Christ,” says Berry. “Robin and I are so grateful to see so many of you return year after year with your loved ones, coming together to embrace the joy of the season. This time of giving means so much to us, and I’m forever thankful for your continued support.”

John Berry is beloved for his holiday shows, where he brings fan-favorite Christmas classics and his biggest hits and heartfelt holiday memories, creating a truly special experience for everyone in attendance. This year also marks several 30th-anniversary milestones of his hit singles, including “Standing on the Edge of Goodbye,” “I Think About It All The Time,” “O Holy Night,” and “If I Had Any Left At All.”

Check it out (or scan the QR code below): Christmas with John Berry

The show begins at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 3, and will be held at the Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids.

Tickets: $54/Adults, $15/Students

Thank you to our show sponsors: Solarus, Modern Woodmen of America | Curtis Langemeier, PCS Bank Foundation, Quality Plus Printing, WCWB, Wisconsin Rapids City Times, and season sponsor WSAW Channel 7.

JUST ADDED! Purchase a $30 ticket directly through The Arts Council for a VIP Experience Package! There’s a limit of 50 tickets being sold. If you purchase a ticket to the performance, you are eligible to purchase this awesome VIP Experience Package that includes:

• Early access for VIP holders at 6:00 pm

• Casual meet-and-greet with John in the theater

• Q&A session with John and fans

• 2-3 acoustic songs performed by John

• VIP gift lanyard

• Relaxed autograph opportunity with John

• Relaxed photo opportunity with John

This ones a secret! Kids will create special Christmas gifts for family and friends while keeping their
creations under wraps until Christmas.

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

Let's get together and get creative!
No experience needed! If you can put a puzzle together, you can make a Lighted Wood Slice Wreath!

A rustic holiday classic with 2 sizes to choose from - Perfect for any door!

Join Angie with Beyond Basics Design for a NEW wood slice Christmas workshop! A fun & unique hands-on experience that teaches you to realize the beauty in the natural characteristics of raw wood as you are guided through every step to create a one-of-a-kind piece that is totally unique and perfectly you!

Choose from 2 size options - 13 inch or 11 inch

All materials, tools, instruction, and battery-operated LED fairy lights are included.

Open to anyone 13 years or older (persons under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult).

NOTE: No cancellations or refunds. If you are not able to attend, you may send someone in your place.

Let's get together and get creative! No experience needed!

If you can put a puzzle together, you can make a Lighted Wood Slice Tree! Approximate finished size is 18" and 3 colors to choose from to fit every style - Perfect for any countertop, entry table, or mantle!

Join Angie with Beyond Basics Design for a NEW wood slice Christmas workshop! A fun & unique hands-on experience that teaches you to realize the beauty in the natural characteristics of raw wood as you are guided through every step to create a one-of-a-kind piece that is totally unique and perfectly you!

Choose from 3 (pre-painted) color options -
Light Green ("Environmental" by Behr)
Dark Green ("Grounded" by Behr **2027 Color of the year)
Black ("Black" by Behr)

All materials, tools, instruction, and battery-operated LED fairy lights are included.
Approx. finished size: 18"H, 8"W, 3"D

Open to anyone 13 years or older (persons under 18 must be accompanied by a participating adult).

No cancellations or refunds. If you are not able to attend, you may send someone in your place.

• More information to come…

UGLY SWEATER KARAOKE PARTY!

Get ready to rock around the Christmas tree at Lake Sherwood Lodge!

Saturday, December 12th
7 PM – 11 PM

Dig out your ugliest, tackiest, most outrageous Christmas sweater and join us for a night full of karaoke, laughs, and holiday fun!

PRIZES FOR THE TOP 3 UGLIEST SWEATERS!
Ugly Sweater Contest at 9:30 PM!

The uglier, the better! So grab your friends, warm up those vocal cords, and let’s make it a night to remember!

Last minute shopping? Stop by The North Pole Marketplace (lower level of the lodge) and shop our wonderful vendors that are hosting workshops during the North Pole Experience!

Yes — REAL reindeer! Bring the family for a magical North Pole experience and a visit with Santa. You
wont want to miss this one.

Tickets and details coming soon!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Up North’s Run Club was created to connect and encourage area runners & walkers of all paces and abilities to get outside and build community. Everyone is welcome to join!

Email questions to cwillard@visitromewi.com

***Food Trucks are normally available onsite during the summer!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

Join the fun at Hoozels at the Lakes! 

DJ Trivia: Always free, always fun!
Gift cards for 1st-3rd place teams!
Come join the fun with friends!

We’re giving a warm “welcome back” to Suzy Bogguss, who was here about 15 years ago, as she returns with a couple of band members to round out her show. A living legend of country music, she’s earned 8 Top 10 hits throughout the 90s before exploring new influences like jazz, western swing, and Bakersfield sound. From Grammy Award-winning performances to platinum-selling records, Suzy has proudly called her own shots for four decades, earning her stripes as a singer-songwriter, producer, and road warrior along the way. In January, she added to her accomplishments as she was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry.

Check it out: Suzy Bogguss

An outreach will be held at 3:00 that afternoon. Call 715.421.4552 for details and registration for this FREE workshop.

The show begins at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 28, and will be held at the Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids.

Tickets: $54/Adults, $15/Students

Thank you to our show sponsors: State Farm Insurance, Quality Plus Printing, WIRI, and season sponsor WSAW Channel 7.

Forjoury is a musical extravaganza like no other! Bringing togther the timeless hits of two iconic rock bands, Foreigner and Journey, the show is a mesmerizing tribute to the classic tunes that have captured the hearts of millions. Fronted by the haunting vocals of Sean Byrne, Forjoury will take you on a roller coaster ride of hits that will make you forget about anything other than where you are at that moment! Between the powerful vocals and electrifying guitar solos, you’ll feel as if you were at a live performance by the legendary bands themselves.

Hear hits like “Cold as Ice,” “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “I Want to Know What Love Is,” “Jukebox Hero,” and so many more. This show will leave an indelible mark on everyone who has the pleasure of experiencing it!

Here’s a sampling: Forjoury

Tickets: $54 Adults/$15 Students

Thank you to our show sponsors: Williams Plumbing & Heating, Stifel | The Koss Wealth Management Team, Ritchay Funeral Home, Cobblestone Hotel & Suites, WSPT/WPCN, Point & Plover Publication, Wisconsin Rapids City Times, and season sponsor WSAW Channel 7.

Simply Sinatra stars Grammy-nominated vocalist Steve Lippia, sharing the most beloved classics made famous by the greatest popular singer of the 20th century, Frank Sinatra. Joining him are 48 members of the Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra, as well as some guest artists.

In this musical celeration, it is clearly Steve who comes through. His singing reveals an artist who truly understands and brings to life the music and lyrics of great Amerian composers and arrangers, including Cole Porter, Sammy Cahn, Jimmy Van Heusen, Billy May, Nelson Riddle, Don Costa, Rodgers & Hart, Harold Arlen, and Stephen Sondheim.

Backed by a lush, live orchestra, Steve’s soaring voice, swinging stylings, and signature stage presence consistently wow audiences, bringing them to their feet. You’ll be treated to timeless favorites like “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” “That’s Life,” “The Lady is a Tramp,” “Luck be a Lady,” and “Fly Me to the Moon,” along with a night of soulful ballads and finger-snapping swing tunes that evoke both tears and smiles.

From the first note to the final ovation, audiences come to hear Sinatra and leave loving Lippia!

Check it out: Simply Sinatra

Tickets: $59 Adults/$15 Students

Thank you to our show sponsors: Aspirus Health, Solarus, Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra, Quality Plus Printing, Point & Plover Publication, NRG Media (WGLX), and season sponsor WSAW Channel 7.

The Sounds of Greenwich Village is a celebration of the golden age of folk music and songwriting. Inspired by the vibrant scene of New York City’s Bleecker Street, Steven and Johnny transport audiences to an era where lyrical storytelling and acoustic melodies shaped a generation. This capitvating live experience revisits timeless songs from legendary artists like Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, Harry Chapin, Don McClean, Joni Mitchell, John Denver, Dave Van Ronk, Tom Paxton , and Bob Dylan. Each performance is a heartfelt homage to the trailblazers of folk music, blending artistry with unique sound.

The Sounds of Greenwich Village isn’t just a concert–it’s a journey through the music that defined a cultural movement. Whether you’re a fan of folk music, a lover of storytelling through song, or simply seeking a night of unforgettable artistry, The Sounds of Greenwich Village promises to delight and uplift.

Here’s a sampling: The Sound of Greenwich Village

Tickets: $44 Adults/$15 Students

Thank you to our show sponsors: Herman-Taylor Funeral Home, NRG Media (WGLX), and season sponsor WSAW Channel 7.