11-11 Party: Prom Revisited Saturday 11/8 | The Grand Theater, Wausau
Join Evolutions in Design at the Grand for its annual 11-11 party, a night of entertainment unlike any other featuring dancing, live music from Boogie and the Yo-Yoz, a video dance party and the famous balloon drop. This year’s theme is ‘80s prom, so get your puffy dress and cheesy tux and get ready to dance. All proceeds benefit the Grand Theater. $58. Space is limited. 7:30 p.m. Tickets and more information available at tickets.grandtheater.org/4385.
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street Fri–Sun 11/7–11/9 | UW Center for Civic Engagement, Wausau
Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler’s macabre spectacle about a murderous barber, a failing pie shop and unethically sourced meat comes to Wausau in this performance by Wausau Community Theatre. Whether you’ve got a taste for the macabre or you’re just not ready for Halloween to be over yet, Sweeney Todd always promises to be a deliciously good time. Tickets run from $11.82–$27.64, with discounts for seniors, students and youth — though note that this is not the most family-friendly show and viewer discretion is advised. Showtimes at 7:30 p.m. on Fri. and Sat. and 2 p.m. on Sat. and Sun. Buy tickets at www.purplepass.com/SweeneyWCT25.
Pierogi Rig Chicago and Live Music Saturday 11/8 | Timekeeper Lounge and Distillery, Wausau
Join Timekeeper Lounge and Distillery and Pierogi Rig Chicago for authentic Polish cuisine, spirits and cocktails. 12–8 p.m.
Derek Ramnarace is a singer/songwriter who has worked professionally as a nationally touring musician since 2002. The whole time, Ramnarace has also maintained an almost constant regional and national touring schedule as a solo artist. Ramnarace is known for his relaxed approach to creating rich, textured guitar arrangements that underscore the emotionally raw delivery of his introspective and heartfelt lyrics. 9 p.m.
The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald: The Ship, the Storm and the Song
Tuesday 11/11 | Marathon County Public Library, Wausau
Explore the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald from perspectives of weather, the ship and the song by Gordon Lightfoot. Speaker Steve Ackerman has taught at UW-Madison in the Department of Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, served as director of the Cooperative Institute for Meteorological Satellite Studies (CIMSS) and appeared on WPR as one of the monthly “weather guys.” Free. No registration necessary. 6:30 p.m.
Paint and Sip: Wineglass Paint Fundraiser Thursday 11/6 | Lil’ Ole Winemaker Shoppe, Wausau
If you’ve ever joined a U Paint & Party event at Lil’ Ole Winemaker Shoppe, you already know what a special place it is — and that’s because of Lisa. Now, Lisa is facing a health challenge after being diagnosed with a brain hemangioma. To support Lisa and her family during this time, Lil’ Ole Winemaker Shoppe is hosting a Paint & Sip fundraiser, with the opportunity to paint a wineglass and enjoy a glass of wine on the side while you’re there. Proceeds go directly to Lisa and her family to help with expenses while she focuses on recovery. $25. Registration required. 6–8 p.m. Register at www.tickettailor.com/events/upaintandparty.
Six One Five Collective Friday 11/14 | The Grand Theater, Wausau
The Six One Five Collective is a Grammy-nominated, award-winning group of artists steeped in the musical mix of country, Americana and pop. Part of the Grand’s 2025–26 County Materials Spotlight Series, their show promises to be an eclectic mix of original solo music, hit songs they’ve written for other artists — including Kelly Clarkson, Lee Brice and Sister Hazel — and high-energy songs that define the “Six One Five sound.” Tickets run from $39–$69. 7:30 p.m.
Puzzle Competition Wednesday 11/12 | Marathon County Public Library, Rothschild
Grab a team of up to four people and put your puzzle skills to the test! Adult puzzlers can compete in a speed-puzzling challenge at the Marathon County Public Library’s Rothschild Branch. Teams will race against each other to see who can put identical 500-piece jigsaw puzzles together the fastest or the closest within two hours. Space is limited, so registration required. Free. 4:30–6:30 p.m. For more information and to sign up a team, call 715-359-6208.
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