Events in Plover today

Waupaca Women Who Care brings women together to strengthen non-profit work in the Waupaca, WI community. Following the 100 Women Who Care model, participants combine individual gifts so one organization receives a significant quarterly donation. For example, if 100 women each give $100, the selected nonprofit benefits from a $10,000 contribution. The gathering lasts about an hour, with time to hear from three nonprofits, vote on the quarter’s recipient, and collect contributions for the winner. Members also have the option to participate virtually.

Test your knowledge at a free trivia game hosted at Thirsty Arrow Bar & Grill. Play in teams of any size using wireless keypads, with a live host, music, and gift cards available as prizes.

Hosted by NAMI Portage and Wood Counties, this family support group in Stevens Point welcomes people who have loved ones living with mental illness. Meetings take place at St. Paul Lutheran Church on the first Monday of each month. The group provides a caring space to share experiences, find resources, and receive encouragement while navigating a loved one's mental health journey. Conversations are confidential, the setting is not tied to any faith tradition, and everyone is welcome.

Enjoy a music-filled twist on bingo, with four games, prizes, raffles, and a jackpot round. The first card is free, and additional cards cost $5, with 100% of the jackpot round going to the payout. Arrive early to get your cards.

A monthly writers' circle at Starry Night offers a relaxed space to share work, exchange ideas, and build creative connections. Many regulars concentrate on poetry, yet all types of writing are welcome. Bring a piece you are working on, pick up a beverage, and connect with fellow writers.

Enjoy seven rounds of trivia, including a different theme round each week. Gather a team and play for a chance to win free craft beverages. Participation is free.

Conversations with the Dementia Care Specialist presents a monthly series of educational discussions focused on brain health and a variety of dementia-related topics. Each month explores a different theme within these subjects.

Explore how Chardonnay expresses itself across regions in a guided tasting of five wines. Compare examples from California and Oregon with French selections, including a white Burgundy and a Chablis, plus a pour from Portugal. Each wine is paired with a complementary cheese to spotlight differences between U.S. bottlings and those from other countries. Comparable substitutions may be used if certain wines are unavailable. Held at Mid-State Technical College (Wisconsin Rapids Campus) in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Class ID 950. Course fee is $55.

Planning for potential long term care is the focus of this educational session at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Stevens Point. With roughly seven in ten Americans expected to need some form of long term care, the program explores how to account for those costs within a financial plan. Guest speaker Butch Byers, Regional Sales Director at Catholic United Financial, will share options aimed at helping keep retirement savings intact and preserving what you have built for the future.

Enjoy steak prepared just the way you like it.

Discover how to create silky egg ribbons like your favorite Chinese restaurant during a hands-on cooking class at Mid-State Technical College’s Wisconsin Rapids Campus. In less than half an hour, learn to prepare a warm, satisfying bowl of soup while practicing two staples: Classic Egg Drop Soup and Hot & Sour Egg Drop Soup. The class focuses on techniques for achieving the signature texture, guidance for reducing sodium, and ideas for boosting each bowl with plenty of fresh vegetables. Participants will also explore key ingredients and flavors central to Chinese cuisine. Class ID 957. The course fee is $45. Presented at Mid-State Technical College (Wisconsin Rapids Campus) in Wisconsin Rapids, WI.

A NAMI Portage and Wood Counties peer support group in Stevens Point offers a confidential space for people who live with mental illness to share experiences and encourage one another. It meets on the first Thursday of each month at St. Paul's Lutheran School in Stevens Point. The gathering is inclusive and not affiliated with any denomination, welcoming those seeking support as well as those who wish to support peers.

Enjoy a free, live-hosted trivia game at Ryders Roadhouse in Wisconsin Rapids. Play through a mobile app and answer picture, video, music, and other category questions. Top teams can win gift cards, and the game also features music and food and drinks at the venue. A daily bonus offers extra points.

Enjoy big-screen karaoke throughout the night. Long Island pitchers are available for $8 with a college ID.

Curious why a rabbit’s front teeth differ from a puppy’s canines? This session explores what mammal teeth can teach us, highlighting how their differences tell meaningful stories about the animals they belong to.

Enjoy a holiday wine tasting presented in partnership with Left Bank Wine Company. The price is $50 plus tax and includes five wine samples paired with a personal charcuterie plate, plus a bottle of wine available for pickup after the tasting. To reserve a spot, email daneshall@yahoo.com or call or text Aimee at 920.209.1700.

Enjoy a live set of well known hits from across the decades, with selections from Fleetwood Mac, Johnny Cash, Alanis Morissette, Tom Petty, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Paul Simon, the Cranberries, and additional favorites. The performance centers on recognizable tunes that appeal across generations.

Enjoy an evening of live music as local rockabilly blues performers The Easton Band play blues and rock tunes at the Stevens Point Opera House. Admission is free. A valid ID is required to visit the bar.

At Waupaca Expo Ice Rink, this Bantam feature is part of the Friday Night Showcase Game Series, where Bantam, Peewee, Squirt, and Mite teams each get a Friday night to put their skills on display. The program includes the National Anthem, player recognition, a tic-tac-toe game, Chuck-a-Duck, and concessions, with support from an area business sponsor and plenty of hockey on the ice. Admission is free, and fans can show their Comet spirit from the stands.

Reservoir Dog Saloon hosts a monthly blues rock night with its house band, The Bad Dogs. The set blends familiar classics with rarely heard versions alongside original songs, all shaped by expressive guitar work and soulful vocals. Each show offers a fresh mix that spotlights the band’s style.