Jazz on the River Archives

HIGHLIGHTS: July 4-7

entertainment, Events, Jazz on the River, Riverfront Rendezvous, Wausau

Riverfront Rendezvous THURS.-SAT. 7/4-6 | PFIFFNER PARK, STEVENS POINT MHagan Riverfront Rendezvous: Timberwolves Lumberjack Show It always falls around the Fourth of July, but this year, the three-day festival along the Wisconsin River starts on the holiday. It’s one the biggest free music events in the area. Yes, there’s nonstop live music, but it’s also […]

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HIGHLIGHTS August 3-5

entertainment, Jazz on the River, Music, Wausau

(First published in the August 2, 2018 issue of City Pages) The Human Circuit FRIDAY 8/3 | MALARKEY’S PUB, WAUSAU This independent, seven-piece alternative pop and psych-rock band from Austin, Texas performs catchy orchestral grooves ranging from the mystic vibes of David Bowie to the intricate arrangements of Arcade Fire. According to Pop Press International,

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HIGHLIGHTS: July 12-15

Balloon and Rib Fest, entertainment, Jazz on the River, Wausau Events

(First published in the July 12, 2018 issue of City Pages) Balloon and Rib Fest THURS.-SUN. 7/12-15 | WAUSAU MUNICIPAL AIRPORT On the wide open grounds of the municipal airport, soak up the spectacle of hot air balloons, the deliciousness of rib vendors and food trucks, the fun of live music, and three nights of

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HIGHLIGHTS: July 7-8

entertainment, Jazz on the River, Wausau

(First published in the July 5, 2018 issue of City Pages) Bill Jamerson: A Musical Tribute to the Civilian Conservation Corps SATURDAY 7/7 | RIB MOUNTAIN AMPHITHEATER For over a decade, this Escanaba-based historian and songwriter has been sharing stories about America’s past. On Rib Mountain’s amphitheater stage, Jamerson presents a fun, nostalgic look at

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HIGHLIGHTS: August 25-27

Antique Steam & Gas Engine Show, Circle of Heat, festival, Irishfest Central Wisconsin, Jazz on the River, Live Music-Comedy-Small Venue, Music, Tim Buchholz, Wausau River District, Wisconsin Artists Association Annual Exhibition

Wisconsin Artists Association Annual Exhibition & Opening Gala FRIDAY 8/25 | CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS, WAUSAU Hosting this state event is a big honor for the CVA. The non-profit organizations, Wisconsin Regional Artists Association (WRAA) and the Wisconsin Regional Arts Program (WRAP) collaborate to recognize award recipients from across the state in this annual

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HIGHLIGHTS: August 18-20

Big Bull Falls Blues Fest, Jazz on the River, Live Music-Comedy-Small Venue, Mayor Robert Mielke, Music, Samantha Fish, Tab Benoit, Toronzo Cannon, Wausau, Wausau Events, Wausau River District

Big Bull Falls Blues Fest Samantha Fish Fri.-Sat. 8/18-19 | Fern Island Park, Wausau This has been an iconic summer event in Wausau for 26 years. It’s also the longest-running blues fest in the state. Music lovers from all over come for the national and international performers. This year brings back some old (yeah we

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Police investigating bus crash in Elderon

Artrageous Weekend, Purging Paradise and more this weekend

Multi-jurisdiction chase leads to Grand Avenue crash, arrests

Bluegrass, jazz, architecture, and so much more this weekend

Greenheck Turner facility to host World Horseshoe championship

Here are five Wausau events to check out this weekend

City looking to buy water meters to make sure it’s not losing money

Blues, Buckcherry and more Wausau events this weekend

Lead service line contractor working toward 2024 replacement goals

Andy and Cathy Adrian say their new Adventure Awaits building is suited to CrossFit success

LogJam, August Kickbusch and more Wausau events this weekend

Air combat training will increase air activity in Marathon County

Whitewater, music on the farm, movies in the park and more

County halfway to phosphorus reduction goal on Fenwood Creek

Copper box, new exhibits and more Wausau events this weekend

Central Wisconsin breweries medal at national brewing championship

Security measures improved library safety, director says

Booze and Botany, Wausau Night Market and more this weekend

Balloons, jazz, comical magic and more in Wausau this weekend

Former Weston clerk charged with fraud more than a year later

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