Our community was recognized in the Wisconsin Department of Tourism's 'Fun Times' insert, which ran in the Milwaukee and Chicago markets last Sunday! The article featured events such as the Badger State Games, Winter Fest and the Leinenkugel's Classic Pond Hockey Tournament.  

Additionally, the article mentions numerous other fun activities in our community including tubing at Sylvan Hill Park; ice fishing on Lake Wausau; and cross country skiing at Nine Mile County Forest Recreation Area. Other honorable mentions include candlelight snowshoe hikes at Rib Mountain State Park; snowmobiling; and skiing or snowboarding on Rib Mountain. 

Lastly, the article advertises the indoor activities in our community like the Sawmill Adventure Park, the water park at the Grand Lodge or our art museums. Whether you like indoor or outdoor activities, there is one thing in the article that we can all agree on: Wausau is awesome in winter! 

Check out the full article here! 

• Tonight (December 6th) is the Wausau Holiday Parade! Beginning at 6:30PM at Marathon Park and traveling to the 400 Block, the parade will include many floats, decorated in holiday themes!
• Can't make the Wausau parade? Mosinee hosts a Christmas Festival and Parade on December 7th. The festival begins at 9AM at Mosinee High School. A Downtown Tree Lighting will occur with the Mayor at 5:45PM and the parade begins at 6PM. 
• Saturday, December 7th is the Kris Kringle Christmas Market. Located at the East Gate Hall in Marathon Park, the market features hand crafted items from individuals throughout the state. The event begins at 9AM and admission is $2. 

Staying Healthy This Holiday Season

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the State Capitol Building! The Rotunda smells of fresh cut pine, the number of school groups visiting has increased before the holidays and Friday was the official tree-lighting ceremony! This season is a time to be grateful for friends, family and good health. To keep you and your loved ones safe and healthy this season, keep in mind these tips from the Center for Disease Control. 

Looking for a cool gift to give this holiday season? Look no further: 2019-2020 Blue Books have arrived! The Wisconsin Blue Book contains information on all things Wisconsin: your elected officials; census information; the official state dog, tree, flower, etc.; government processes; and so much more! If you would like a complementary blue book, contact me for your free copy today!