March 23, 2023

Art Escape, September 9 - 17, 2023

Applications Due April 1

The Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau is still accepting applications for participation in Art Escape! 

Area artists will be able to feature their art at a time and date chosen by the artists between September 9-17, 2023. This is a prime opportunity to showcase your art via live demos, workshops, and open houses.

Your event will be included in the Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau Art Escape directory that will be distributed across Bayfield County and target markets in the weeks leading up to the event.

Pictured on the right, Bayfield Chamber Staff receive JEM Grant funds to market Art Escape. The check was presented to staff at the Wisconsin Governor's Conference on Tourism last week. Pictured left to right (Mary Motiff, Dir. Bayfield County Tourism; Jeff Fuller, Marketing Manager BCVB; Carol Fahrenkrog, Exec. Dir. BCVB; Anne Sayers, Secretary-designee, Wis. Dept. of Tourism; Julie Fox, Regional Tourism Specialist.) 

Art Escape Directory Advertising Opportunity

Ads and Payment Due April 14

The Bayfield Chamber and Visitor Bureau is putting together an artist and event guide for the week of Art Escape which will be distributed to target markets in July. Please look over the advertising opportunities available in this guide. We greatly appreciate your support for this growing art initiative in Bayfield County and Madeline Island.

Pier Plaza

1 Rittenhouse Avenue

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-3330

March 22 - 25, 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Check out our menu online and come visit us!

Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Shrimp Dinner-Jumbo or Battered Shrimp with Fries & Coleslaw or Side Salad

Thursdays 11:30 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. 1/2 off all Bottles of Wine and Special Pasta Features

Fridays 11:30 a.m.- 8:30 p.m. Fish fry Friday Night!

Saturdays 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 pm Chef's Choice and $5.00 mimosas all day!

We will be CLOSED from March 29 - April 6. Reopening Friday, April 7 at 11:30 a.m.

Join us Saturday April 8th for the annual Easter Egg Hunt!!

Grace Hogan Jewelry

85195 State Hwy 13

Bayfield, WI

(406) 580-1619

Happy Spring! Do you have GH jewelry that is in need of cleaning, polishing, or repair? Please mail it to me at P.O. Box 881, Bayfield, WI 54814 and I'll get it shining again!

Local drop-off and pick-up are available too. Don't forget to include your name, number, and shipping address. *This is only for jewelry made by Grace Hogan.

Visit my website to see new designs! Questions: gracehoganjewelry@gmail.com Thank you!

Harbor House Sweets

127 W. Bayfield St

Washburn, WI

(651) 323-7798

Closed Thursday, March 23 - Tuesday, April 4

Harbor House Sweets will be closed from Thursday, March 23- Tuesday, April 4. We will be out of town at an event with our children. We apologize for any inconvenience.

We look forward to seeing you when we are back and loaded with Easter Bunnies to sell.

AdventureUs

101 W. Bayfield St

Washburn, WI

(715) 209-4760



Thursday, March 23, 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

We're making room for more AdventureUs brand products but that doesn't mean we don't still LOVE these curated patterns and notions. Hurry to snag your own while supplies last.

SAVE 25% on select patterns and notions! PLUS 10% off fabric and mending supplies! This cold, snowy Up-North Spring is perfect for trying a new pattern or skill.

NEW HOURS - OPEN Wed-Sat 10-5 p.m. - Free Shipping $75+

Brownstone Centre

121 Rittenhouse Ave

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-5571



Saturday, March 25, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

BOGO FREE on all Winter apparel. Yep, you've read that correctly! BOGO FREE! Come in and get the jacket, sweater, jeans, or vest you've been thinking about all winter.

This is the last weekend to get amazing brand-name apparel at incredible savings. We can't wait to give you the discount of the season! Come see us!

Kiddiwink Kids

108 W. Bayfield St

Washburn, WI

(715) 812-1121



Saturday, March 25, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

After months and months of waiting, "Paint Your Own Pottery" is now available at Kiddiwink Kids!!! A two-hour block of time to paint can be reserved at www.kiddiwinkkids.com.

We have a large selection of pieces that will inspire kiddos and adults alike that range from $7 plus! Your pieces will be ready for pickup in about a week.

Walk-ins are welcome but only if there are no reservations or groups painting. Please call ahead before stopping in at (715) 812-1121. Come paint with us today!

Wild Rice Retreat

84860 Old San Road

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-0178

Saturday, March 25, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Healthy Boundaries

Saturday, March 25, 7:00 - 8:15 p.m. - Sound Bath Healing

Sunday, March 26, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. - Kundalini Yoga

Healthy Boundaries - Healthy boundaries define what is appropriate behavior with regard to our relationships. They keep everyone feeling safe and respected. This boundary class with help you create better boundaries for yourself as well as offer you tools to express and hold the boundaries you set.

Sound Bath Healing - Experience this meditative experience, being bathed in sound waves. Sound baths are produced by various sources, such as singing bowls, percussion, chimes, gongs, rattles, tuning forks, and the human voice.

Kundalini Yoga - Achieve a life full of lightness, joy, and boundless love. Begin to not only become aware of the geometry of your body, but also see how this practice affects the energy, emotion, and motion in your body, quickly and efficiently. 

These classes are free for our retreat guests, and open to the public with a $15 drop-in fee or a $120 10-class pass. No fee for our local indigenous community members. Please sign up at the front desk in the Main Retreat Building.

Christ Episcopal Church

125 N. 3rd St.

Bayfield, WI

(262) 370-4673

Sunday, March 26, 10:30 a.m.

As we approach Holy Week, this Sunday, March 26 marks the Fifth Sunday in Lent with Morning Prayer for all believers live and on Facebook.

Our solemn celebration of Passion Sunday will assist our preparation for Palm Sunday. We acknowledge that the land on which we worship is the ancestral home of Indigenous peoples and we respect their continued contributions to the life of this region. We ask God's blessings upon all and may we come to share in God's heavenly kingdom.

Lars' Kitchen Catering

85195 State Hwy 13

Bayfield, WI

(406) 580-1619

Monday, March 27 - Preorder Take-out

Tuesday, March 28 - Class

Take-out: Preorder now! Monday, March 27 Tofu Pad Thai

Class: Register now! Tuesday, March 28, 5:00 p.m. Pork Potstickers at Lars' Kitchen Catering.

Reserve your private chef services today! More info on our website. Thanks!

Friends of the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

P.O. Box 1574

Bayfield, WI

(715) 449-6900

Thursday, March 30, 6:00 p.m.

Join us to watch via zoom National Geographic photographer David Guttenfelder and writer Stephanie Pearson share the story behind the Apostle Islands article in the March 2023 issue of National Geographic.

The event location is at the Big Top Chautauqua Backstage, 84810 State Hwy 13, Bayfield.

This FREE program is hosted by Friends of the Apostle and the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. for socializing, beer, and wine for purchase, and complimentary snacks to share - feel free to bring a snack to share. The program begins at 7:00 p.m.

Silverwaves Jewelry

126 Rittenhouse Ave

Bayfield, WI

Saturday, April 1, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Don’t just dream of Spring, join us at this amazing workshop and make your own bit of Spring!

We will be creating a multi-layered pendant, using sterling silver and copper, and then setting a round stone.

Beginners welcome. All tools, instruction, materials, and lunch are included in the workshop price.

Lunch will be catered by Cooking With Lars. Pamper yourself with this fabulous day of creativity and inspiration!

Click the link below to purchase your tickets today.

BLU Studio & Wellness

40 S 2nd St, Suite 102

Bayfield, WI

(715) 209-5553

Two New Series begins Monday, April 3, and Tuesday, April 11

Check out all the incredible offerings happening at BLU studio + wellness!

Beginner Yoga Foundations is BACK!!! This 4-week Series begins Monday, April 3! Offered Mondays + Wednesdays: 4:00-4:45 p.m.

Join me for an amazing 30 Days "Found"ations to Health + Healing! Need more energy? sleep through the night? Quit your sugar cravings? Join this course starting April 11!

Spring Break Facial Promo! Book a Facial through the end of March and receive 20% off!! USE CODE: SPRING20

The Backstage

84810 State Hwy 13

Bayfield, WI

(715) 373-5552



April 13, 7:00 p.m.

Randy & Ed are the string duo & musical engine that drives many of the Blue Canvas Orchestra’s most popular shows. These two artists have been collaborating for more than 20 years. Sabien’s mastery of the fiddle & engaging onstage presence fits perfectly with Willett’s innovative musicianship & enthralling artistry. From Folk to the Blues & many stops in between. Expect familiar & new works of all styles, with plenty of humor.

Live From The Backstage. Food & beverages are available starting at 5:30 p.m.

Bayfield Community Education Foundation

P.O. Box 921

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-5619



April 18 Application Deadline

Grants are awarded twice each year for projects and programs that contribute to Education Excellence within the area covered by the Bayfield School District: the City & Town of Bayfield, the Town of LaPointe, and the Town of Russell.

Applicants can be associated with the Bayfield School District, libraries, Head Start programs, or any other institution or individual involved in education or training benefiting youth within our community granting area. Find more info & how to apply on our website.

Bayfield Civic League

2 Rittenhouse Ave

Bayfield, WI

(715) 779-9777



April 20 Application Deadline

The Bayfield Civic League is pleased to announce it will be accepting applications for a $1,000 scholarship from graduating female seniors in the 54814/54850 zip codes.

The application deadline is April 20, 2023. For more information, contact the Bayfield High School Counselor or e-mail bayfieldcivicleague@gmail.com.

Crystalline Healing

20 N 1st St

Bayfield WI

(715) 661-3113

Shake off cold weather sluggishness with our new line of herbal wellness teas for detoxing your system. Organic Flat Belly, Sugar Detox Detox, Green Vitality, & Gingery Blood Orange to name a few. Plus bright and cheery teapots, French Presses, & infuser cups for your healthy brew. Shop online for local pickup or shipping or book a time to stop by the shop.

Shift out of the winter blues with an Access Session to release old habits and bring forward new ways of being. Book online for $75.

France Austin Miller

33615 Ski Hill Road

Bayfield, WI

(406) 579-5605



April 21-23, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Watercolor Beginner

April 27-29, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Watercolor Advanced

Mary 5-7, 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Silk Painting

Three great classes, three days each!! 8 students per class assure each painter plenty of personal instruction from artist Francie Austin Miller and assistant Mich Auger. The event location is at Mt Ashwabay Chalet.

To register: Call (405) 579-5605 or Email franci@centurytel.net You may also register and submit payment on austinmillerstudio.com

Bayfield Area Trails Forum

Bayfield Winery & Blue Ox Cider

87380 Betzold Rd

Bayfield, WI

(541) 452-3079

Saturday, May 6, 9:00 a.m. - noon

SAVE THE DATE: Please join us for the second Bayfield Area Trails Forum.

Come learn about the recent and upcoming trail projects, share your ideas about how to enhance trails in the Bayfield area, and find ways to participate.

Apostle Islands and Chequamegon Bay Area Community Funds

Affiliates of the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation

June 16, 10:00 a.m.

Tickets and sponsorships are on sale for the Golf: Fore the Greater Good Tournament on June 16 in Ashland, sponsored by the Apostle Islands-Chequamegon Bay Area Community Funds.

The event raises funds to support the work of the two funds, which provide grants to nonprofits for community projects and scholarships. The funds are affiliates of the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation. They cover communities throughout the Bayfield peninsula, including Ashland, Bad River, Washburn, Bayfield, Red Cliff, and the Apostle Islands, including Madeline Island.

Lost Creek Adventures

22475 Hwy 13

Cornucopia, WI

(715) 953-2223

June 22 - 25

We're teaming up with Friends of The Apostle Islands and other area businesses to offer the 1st annual Freshwater Paddlers Sea Kayak Symposium, June 22-25, 2023.

Our Theme: "Access For All" is to help people of all abilities enjoy what the Apostle Islands have to offer. Free admission to check out the vendors, with tuition covering skills clinics and coaching with options for more in-depth certifications.

City of Bayfield

125 South First Street

Bayfield, WI

Phone: (715) 779-5712

Fax: (715) 779-5094

Emergencies: (715) 373-6120 or 911

City Hall Office Hours:​

​​Monday - Thursday, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday: Closed

​March 27- ARB, 5:00 p.m.

March 29- Planning, 5:00 p.m.

Other Bayfield Area Links

Ashland Area Chamber of Commerce

Bayfield County Tourism

Cornucopia Business Association

Iron River Area Chamber of Commerce

Madeline Island Chamber of Commerce

Port Wing Business Association

Washburn Area Chamber of Commerce

Want to submit to the Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau Community Blast?

The Community Blast is sent on Thursdays and contains pertinent local business and community information and news such as grand openings, hot deals, new business items or services, fundraisers, etc. The deadline for inclusion in the Community Blast is Wednesdays at noon. Only Chamber Members can submit to the email blast.