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Four things to do the week of 8/28

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  1. Ribs, Wine & Barley Fest
    Sunday 8/31 | Willow Springs Gardens, Wausau

    Tour Willow Springs’ vineyard and learn about the grape distilling process from the viticulturalist, then head to the Hall building to unwind with wine tasting, live music and a charcuterie of cheeses, fruits, breads and oils; or take a trip to the barn, where you can kick back with beer tasting and a ribs and brisket buffet. There’s a little something for everyone — provided you drink. Ages 21+ recommended. $20 for tour and wine and beer tasting; $25 for all-you-can-eat buffet; $35 for everything. All three tiers come with a complimentary beer mug or wine glass. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.willowspringsgardens.com.

  2. Annual Sunday Vintage Tractor Pull
    Sunday 8/31 | Willow Springs Gardens, Wausau

    It’s going to be a busy Sunday at Willow Springs Gardens. If the previous event doesn’t pique your interest, maybe this vintage tractor pull, co-sponsored by the Maine Lions Club, is more your speed. Concessions will be available all day, and bringing lawn chairs is recommended. Tractor and truck weigh in starts at 8 a.m. Must be registered by 10 a.m. Pull starts at 11 a.m. For more information, visit www.willowspringsgardens.com.

  3. Jackpine Jamboree
    Thurs. 8/28 – Sun. 8/31 | The Wildlife Campground, Birnamwood

    Get ready for a weekend filled with camping and a whole lot of music at Birnamwood’s Wildlife Campground, just a stone’s throw east of Wausau. Campground opens at noon on Wed. for weekend passholders and 10 a.m. on Thurs. for everyone else. Weekend passes cost $125, single day passes $50. Bands play rain or shine. For more information, visit https://www.jackpinejamboree.com/festival.

  4. Movie in the Park: A Minecraft Movie
    Thursday 8/28 | The 400 Block, Wausau

    As summer comes to a close, there’s still time to join in on the movie-night fun with Wausau & Marathon County Parks, Recreation & Forestry’s last movie showing of the year, A Minecraft Movie. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and treats and enjoy a night of family entertainment in downtown Wausau. 7 p.m. Free.
local events, Marathon County, Wausau, Birnamwood

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