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What’s Happening in Wisconsin: Your View and the Badger State Buzz (Dec. 15–21)

Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter

A Wisconsin view of a sunrise in Wausau in the lead image of this week's Wisconsin Badger State Buzz.
A Wisconsin sunrise. Is there anything better? (Courtesy of Christine D.)

Welcome to this week’s Wisconsin View and Badger State Buzz—two staples of the UpNorthNews newsletter. If you want to see the Badger State Buzz as soon as it drops each week, make sure you’re subscribed. And if you’d like your photo featured, like reader Christine D., who shared a stunning view of the sunrise in Wausau, just reply to any newsletter with your submission.

Now, onto your Badger State Buzz:

Buddy Holly Jolly Christmas, Delavan (Dec. 17 & 18)

Zachary Stevenson will perform a festive rock’n’roll show featuring Christmas classics at the Belfry Music Theater.

Ellen & Kostia at Wild Lights, Milwaukee (Dec. 18)

Award-winning jazz singer, Ellen Winters, will perform at the Milwaukee County Zoo, accompanied by holiday lights.

RELATED: 11 Wisconsin organizations that need your help this winter

The Comedy Roast of Santa Claus, De Pere (Dec. 18)

ComedyCity Theater will host a Santa Claus roast, where Kris Kringle will be the target of jokes and offer some revenge.

World Snowshoe Championship, Oshkosh (Dec. 19-21)

The Ariens Nordic Center will host a weekend-long snowshoe championship, along with live music, a Santa ski race, and festive activities.

Walk Through Night & Fireworks Show, St Croix Falls (Dec. 19)

Over 25 million holiday lights and fireworks will be on display at Miracle at Big Rock, along with tractor rides, Santa appearances, and bonfires.

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That wraps up this week’s Buzz. Whether you check out one of these events or catch a winter scene that deserves the spotlight, send us a photo by replying to any of our daily newsletters. We love to see Wisconsin through your eyes.

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