The Barron County Men's Shed exists to create a supportive community where older men can connect, fostering health, well-being, and a sense of purpose.

September Men's Shed
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Topic: Wood Carving Demo, West Wisconsin Wood Carvers Guild

Where: Barron County Highway Shop (Crew Room)

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For more information or to register please contact Trisha Witham at 888-538-3031 or trisha.witham@co.barron.wi.us.

Boost Your Brain and Memory Class is a unique program that takes a holistic approach to improving brain health in older adults. Participants will learn new habits to maintain brain health while practicing new skills for better memory performance. 

The seven-session class is free and space is limited.

Wednesdays, September 17th - Oct. 29th, 2025
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cameron Senior Center, 914 W. Main St. Cameron, WI 54822

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This class is full. For more information, please contact Trisha Witham at 888-538-3031 or trisha.witham@co.barron.wi.us

An exercise, brain health, and social engagement program for people living with Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer’s or related dementias, and their care partners.

Monday, October 6 - November 10, 2025
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Northwood Technical College Conference Center, 1900 College Dr., Rice Lake, WI
There is no cost to participate.
Registration deadline is October 3rd.

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For more information, please call us at 715-537-6225 or 888-538-3031

Register for the annual Barron County Caregiver event, Care Your Way: Tools for the Journey, a lively half-day, open house-style event offering local resources, mini educational sessions, and free wellness services like memory and health screenings, and massage!

Enjoy door prizes, connect with experts, and discover practical tools to support you in your caregiving role. 

Enjoy mini educational sessions on key topics like:

• Advanced Directives and CPR Decisions

• Chair Yoga

• Common Scams & Frauds

• Falls Prevention

• Planning Pitfalls

• The Power of Protein for Caregivers: Fueling Your Role

Date/Time: Friday, October 10, 2025
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Northwoods Technical College, 1900 College Drive, Rice Lake, WI
Theme: Care Your Way: Tools for the Journey 

Detailed Event Brochure

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*September Connection Cafe is cancelled as the coffee shop has a planned closure that day. See you in October!

Join us for a comfortable in-person gathering that encourages us to exercise our brain and build social connections through activities, such as music, snacks, crafts, and more! Coffee and bakery snacks provided at no cost. 

Open to anyone, including those living with mild cognitive impairment or dementia, and their family and friends. 

Just Stop In:
May - December 2025
No meeting in September.
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
2nd Thursday of each month
Bear Lake Coffee,  2980  US-63, Barronett, WI

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Do you help care for someone living with memory loss, Alzheimer’s or other dementia? You won’t want to miss this monthly opportunity to find answers, get guidance and support, while making connections with others who “get it”.

Ladysmith Senior Center - 1st Thursday/month

12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Once a month until December. 

(No meeting in August)

Ladysmith Senior Center

Registration is not required.
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If you would like more information for the Ladysmith (Rusk County) group, please contact Trisha Witham at 888-538-3031 or trisha.witham@co.barron.wi.us.

Bethany Lutheran Church, Rice Lake - 3rd Tuesday/month

1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Once a month until December.

Bethany Lutheran Church (lower level), 35 W. Messenger St, Rice Lake

Registration is not required.

If you would like more information for the Barron (Barron County) group, please contact Alisa Lammers at 888-538-3031 or alisa.lammers@co.barron.wi.us.

A 15-week VIRTUAL weight management program. All weekly classes are conducted online by a live instructor. Open to Barron & Rusk County residents 60+. 

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Register here.

• Limited class spaces are available.  If classes have been filled, you will be notified that you have been placed on a waiting list for future classes.

To Register and/or to receive more information, please contact Alisa Lammers or call 715-537-6225.

A social and educational program for older adults to improve brain health. No garden, gardening experience or green thumb required! Enjoy the joys of gardening and nature together every other month with this fun program! Volunteers will lead the workshops, and each has a separate subject and includes a presentation, snack and an activity. You’ll bring home your project, all supplies and materials are included and there is no charge for the program.

2025 Dates:
October 1, December 3
1:00 p.m. -3:00 p.m.
Rice Lake Public Library,  2 E Marshall St, Rice Lake, WI

To learn more and reserve your spot call the ADRC, 715-537-6225. Come to one or come to all.

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The goal of a memory café is to provide people living with memory difficulty and their care partners with a safe space to connect, live life to the fullest, and celebrate the relationships we have together!

Third Tuesday of each month
10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
No cost or donation requested.
Drop-in, no RSVP needed.
Cabin Coffee, 2462 S Main St Rice Lake, WI

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A three session VIRTUAL workshop designed to give women the tools they need to take control of their bladder and bowel symptoms.  It will provide information and group activities along with simple exercises and dietary changes to practice at home.  This workshop will meet for three 2-hour sessions that meet every other week.  All sessions will be held via Zoom on a computer or tablet. 
 

Three Virtual Sessions held every other week
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
October 13  - November 10
Suggested donation $10
Deadline to register is September 30th, 2025.

To register, contact Alisa Lammers at the ADRC  715-537-6225.
 

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Join ADRC Caregiver Specialist, Alisa Lammers for an informative session for family caregivers on how to identify and reduce stress and enjoy your caregiving journey.  Topics include: 

• Common challenges family caregivers face

• Regular stress vs burnout

•  Identifying personal stress triggers

• Simple strategies to help cope with stress

• Communication strategies that build support and understanding
  
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  2025 IN-PERSON OPTION
  November 3, 2025
  10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
  Barron County Govt Center, Room 110
  Registration is not required.
  No cost or donation requested.
  
  If you have questions, please contact Alisa Lammers by emailing alisa.lammers@co.barron.wi.us or call 715-537-6225.

Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, art can play a crucial role in promoting social and emotional well-being. This is a wonderful opportunity for older adults to explore their creativity, form meaningful connections, and improve their brain health.

Come join us, make new friends, and discover the joy of artistic expression!

Ladysmith Senior Center
1st Thursday of the month
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Ladysmith, WI 54848
No Cost. All Supplies Provided.

Learn more for Ladysmith.
Register here for Ladysmith.

Cumberland Senior Center
3rd Thursday of the month
10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
No Cost. All Supplies Provided.

Learn more for Cumberland.
Register here for Cumberland.

If you would like more information, please contact Trisha Witham at 888-538-3031 or trisha.witham@co.barron.wi.us.

This program is designed to help adults of all ages manage their arthritis pain and increase stamina and flexibility through walking. 

 Materials are provided for this self-directed program that can be done anywhere on your schedule. Groups start periodically May - September.  

Contact Alisa Lammers at 715-537-6225 or alisa.lammers@co.barron.wi.us 

Simply put, getting together and learning new things is good for your noggin!

Join the Wits Works group in all kinds of interactive puzzles and games. Learn what you can do in your daily life to keep your brain healthy! You are never too young or too old to get started “training” your brain, so join the ADRC for this fun and interesting brain “workout” class. 

Chetek-Calhoun Memorial Library
Second Friday of every month.
Sept 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12.
1:30 p.m. -2:30 p.m.
Learn more  about the 2025 Chetek Workshops.
Register here for 2025 Chetek Workshops.

Rice Lake Senior Center
Last Tuesday of every month.
Sept 30, Oct 28, Nov 25, Dec 30.
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn more  Rice Lake Workshops.
Register here for 2025 Rice Lake Workshops.

There is no cost to attend. RSVP required one week before each session. For more information, contact Trisha Witham at trisha.witham@co.barron.wi.us or (715) 537-6225.