Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Mock-Tales
Thursday 1/9 | Marathon County Public Library, Wausau
We’re used to seeing a lot of children’s programs on the library’s event calendar, so this one definitely caught our eye — a reading program for adults! To celebrate dry January, this adult winter reading program will feature mocktails to enjoy while you discuss books. The library’s community room will be transformed into a cozy reading area, so curl up with your favorite book and enjoy a mocktail while you read. They’ll end the night with a raffle, so maybe you will win some really cool library swag as well. It’s nice to see some programs for adults so stop on down to the library with a book in hand, or maybe check out a new one. 5-7:30 pm. mcpl.us
Wisconsin Conquerors vs Muskego
Friday 1/10 | Greenheck-Turner Sports Complex, Weston
Did we mention Wausau has a new soccer team? OK, so technically they’re called the Wisconsin Conquerors and they play in Weston, but it’s cool to have an indoor arena soccer team right in our backyard. The Conquerors will take on Muskego this Friday. Arena soccer is fast-paced, high scoring (not many 1-0 matches in this sport) and that makes for great entertainment for the whole family. They’ve only got three matches left after this one, so you might want to check it out while you have the chance. $10 adults, $7 children under 12. 7 pm. wisconsinconquerors.org
Stayin Alive
Thursday 1/9 | Grand Theater, Wausau
OK, so technically I was alive during the 70s, but only for a few months. But they seem like such a different time! And another evokes the vibe of the 70s more than the Bee Gees. Stayin’ Alive does its best to keep those vibes alive, along with naming itself after the key song that people think of when they think of the Bee Gees. Stayin Alive bills itself as the quintessential Bee Gees tribute band, employing elaborate lighting, projection screens and other dazzling imagery while capturing the incredible live show experience that the Bee Gees once employed. Now admit it. You’re singing it right now… “ah, ah, ah, ah, Staying alive. Staying alive.” 7:30 pm. $34-$50. grandtheater.org
The Missing Miles Album Release Party
Saturday 1/11 | Whitewater Music Hall, Wausau
Fun fact about “Red” Ben Lila, lead singer of The Missing Miles: His mother owns part of the land that once served as Iola’s version of Woodstock, which City Pages featured in 2019 on the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock, where she still finds relics from the festival on occasion. The Missing Miles is a bluegrass band from central Wisconsin that chose Whitewater Music Hall to host its album release party. Their music provides a fresh take on the genre that ventures into jam band style. Joining them will be Dig Deep, who I always describe as if a metal band picked up bluegrass instruments instead. Check out both of these excellent bands while enjoying one of Whitewater Music Hall’s excellent beers. 8 pm. $15. whitwatermusichall.com
Meet the Artist: Sara Lee Hughes
Thursday 1/9 | Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art, Wausau
Sara Lee Hughes grew up the child of divorced parents in the 70s and 80s in Texas, and something about that pops out in her work. In one work, Channel 39, the connection is obvious. The painting is an obvious nod to the Brady Bunch. But with the others, there’s something about the quiet suburbia of the 70s and 80s that is strongly evoked in her work. That’s not to suggest that the paintings are saccharin by any means - there’s something disturbing lying beneath the surface, something the viewer can’t quite put their finger on, but it’s definitely there. It’s interesting work, and Hughes will be on hand to meet Wausonians from 6-8 pm at the museum. Her work will be on display through March 29. wmoca.org
Fairy Tale Ball
Saturday 1/11 | UWSP Laird Room, Stevens Point
It took me a second to get a sense of what was exactly going on here, but the Fairy Tale Ball is basically one big party for families! Bring your kids down and let them meet all their favorite fairy tale and superhero characters in one big party put on by the Playhouse Theatre Group in Stevens Point. Some of them are even coming in their pumpkin carriage! Plus visit the craft area and create your own memento of the magical evening, and there’s a cash bar for adults. There’s no dress code, but kids are encouraged to dress as their favorite characters too. (They’d rather the adults did not dress in character so as not to confuse the kids.) Proceeds benefit youth performing arts scholarships. $30. 2-4:30 pm afternoon ball, 6-8:30 pm evening ball. playhousepresents.com
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