Come one, come all to a festive event that is sure to put anyone, even the grinchiest among us, in the Christmas spirit! From November 18 through the 26, The Mill Art Center will be hosting their annual "Holiday Sale" featuring a vast variety of Christmas decor and gifts from a wide array of local vendors.

On Friday, November 10, the students and staff of Denmark Middle School gathered with area veterans, their families and other community members for a moving annual tradition many look forward to year after year.

At the end of October, students at All Saints Catholic School in Denmark were hard at work learning a variety of lessons about a variety of trades. 

First up, K-2 students learned about mapping, modeling and building when they constructed 3D models of houses using construction paper, complete with paper furnishing and decor.

Last month, the “Little Free Library” in downtown Denmark near the Bank First Branch location received some much-needed structural and cosmetic repairs from a concerned citizen –Dave Babiash. 

This weekend, to commemorate the start of hunting season as well as to help secure much-needed winter funds, Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Denmark will be providing a delicious feast that is not your typical fundraiser meal. On Sunday, the congregation will be selling a full fall feast for hungry supporters to pick up outside the church and enjoy at home.

Last Wednesday, the Denmark School District announced they were currently conducting a "pupil nondiscrimination audit" to "self-evaluate the status of pupil nondiscrimination". This announcement was met with confusion and speculation by many readers, so we decided to shed some light on the issue.

It is no secret that we are living in a period of financial uncertainty. With a struggling economy, rapid inflation and record high interest rates, it seems like a rough time to be in the banking business. Still, small town banks like Denmark's own Bank First branch are finding a way to not only survive, but thrive.

Last weekend, Denmark High School Music Theatre premiered their production of "Fiddler on the Roof" to wide acclaim from the community. While audiences were thrilled with the nearly three-hour show, many are unaware of the months and months of hard work that go into making the final production a reality.

This year's Halloween will no doubt be remembered for one distinguishing factor --the unseasonably wintry conditions. While the annual trick-or-treat tradition is an iconic feature of fall, the frigid temperatures and on-and-off snowfall made this year's experience feel much more "Christmassy".

The Maribel Caves Hotel was a long-time landmark in our area community. As discussed in last week’s article, the hotel opened as a luxury respite inspired by the resorts in the owner’s home country of Austria.

Next weekend, a unique and intriguing event is scheduled for the large gymnasium at Denmark High School. On Saturday, November 11, and Sunday, November 12, the Northeast Wisconsin Woodworkers Guild will host their 40th annual "Artistry in Wood Show and Sale" featuring some of the top talent in the area demonstrating their abilities and showcasing their artwork for all to see.

After a three-year hiatus, the annual Denmark Community Thanksgiving Meal is slated to return this year! Event organizers are hoping to welcome individuals and families in our community who are unable to celebrate a "traditional" Thanksgiving. These include those experiencing economic hardship, people without family in the area as well as those who are simply unable to prepare a meal for themselves.

Last Saturday, October 28, was observed across the country as "National Make a Difference Day" with volunteers going out and performing acts of kindness for people in their communities. In Denmark, this meant One Degree Youth Ministry's yearly day of service for those in need.

Last Saturday, the parking lot in front of Denmark Middle School was transformed into a fun and festive Halloween celebration. That afternoon, Devoted to Denmark hosted their annual Trunk or Treat event outside the school with hundreds upon hundreds of costumed youngsters and their families coming out for the fun.

The stage is set, the cast is in place and the pit orchestra is fine-tuned for a spectacular performance at Denmark High School. This weekend and next, DHS Music Theatre will present "Fiddler on the Roof" in six performances that are sure to amaze.