Old Fashioned Christmas

What was different about Christmas in the 1800s? 

To find out, visit Historic Point Basse in Nekoosa this Saturday, December 17th, for Heritage Hollyday.  Not only will you see old traditions brought to life, but period decorations fill the grounds, and carolers will put in the mood for Christmas.  The event runs from 10AM to 4PM.

Get more information at the Historic Point Basse website Heritage Hollyday

The team at BuyWisconsinLand.com wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas.

More Seasonal Fun on Saturday

'Tis the season for lots of activity - this Saturday Wood County is full of fun!

Start out by making your sweet tooth happy at the Cookie and Candy Walk at St John's in Kellner.  Cookies and Candies sold by the pound starting at 9AM.

Saturday is also Rudolph's Country Christmas!  Special Pictorial Cancellation available today only.  Petting zoo, games, horse-drawn wagon rides, silent auction and craft sale.  Lighted Parade at 5:15PM.

Need a picture with Santa? Bring your camera to the M&I Bank parking lot in Marshfield to see Santa and Mrs Claus along with two reindeer.  There will be wagon-rides and refreshments available from 10AM-1PM.

Hope you get a chance to enjoy the holiday cheer.

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Kick off the Holidays!

This Friday head to Downtown Wisconsin Rapids and welcome in the holiday season.

The fun begins with a Lighting Ceremony at 5:45PM at Veterans’ Memorial Park.  The Parade will be at 6PM from JC Penney over the Grand Avenue Bridge to 4th Street, then you can visit Santa at the Hotel Mead and enjoy some hot cocoa and cookies.

From all of us at BuyWisconsinLand.com, have a Happy Thanksgiving.

Wisconsin Hunting Humor

Don't think hunting can be funny?  Then come see "Guys and Does - a wacky and wonderful excursion into the world of Wisconsin deer-hunting"  at the Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids on the Lincoln High School campus. 

American Theater Folklore will present two shows: November 12th 7:30PM and November 13th 2PM.  Tickets are $31.00; you can order them online here

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Carnival for Dogs...and People

Bark in the Park will be this Saturday, October 22nd, 9AM-1:30PM at Wisconsin Rapids Dog Park.

Fun for your pup and your family.  Games include a duck pond, musical chairs, time trials to find decoys, guess your dog's speed, an Iron Dog competition and much more.  Prizes will be awarded.

Check their Facebook event page for more info Bark in the Park

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Trick or Treat at the Wildwood Zoo

Bring your kids, ages toddler to 12, dressed in their Halloween best to the Wildwood Zoo in Marshfield October 15th for Trick-or-Treating In The Zoo!

Begin at the Ludwig Building for a guided tour through the zoo visiting different animal exhibits while picking up treats, goodies and learning about the animals' diets.  There will be hayrides, a petting zoo and much more from 10AM to 3PM Saturday.  $5 donation - some activities may have additional fees.  Concessions will also be available.
Learn more about Marshfield's zoo here Wildwood Zoo

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Giant Pumpkin Fest Time

If you like to see the biggest fruits and vegetables then you need to get to the Nekoosa Giant Pumpkin Fest.  Farmers and growers from across the Midwest will be there not only with pumpkins but squash and watermelons and more, looking to win and set new records with their extra large produce.

Plenty of family fun at the 14th annual running of this festival as well: flea market, farmers’ market, antique tractors, kids’ games, giant pumpkin drop, run/walk,  2nd annual bake-off, car show, music, food and more.  Be at the Nekoosa Business Park October 1st and 2nd and enjoy.

All the details and event times here nekoosagiantpumpkinfest.com/

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