The Hilgermann Center

Due to the poor air quality, Rhinelander trio Little Winter Sun Sun is moving their outdoor show into the Hilgermann Center! Free pop-up concert is open to the public and family-friendly.

WHEN: July 15, 6PM-8PM
WHERE: The Hilgermann Center (25 S. Brown St. Rhinelander)
WHO: You and all your friends!

LITTLE WINTER SUN is the indie-pop-folk project of Northwoods-based trio: Brett Winters, Amanda Anderson and Nate Sheppard. All solo artists in their own right, they each bring unique elements to the sonic blend: Winters with guitar, percussion, and harmonica; Anderson with piano; and Sheppard with a ukulele and looper. They cover a wide variety of genres spanning several decades, using three-part harmonies and a blend of folk, cinematic, and pop music to craft eclectic soundscapes.

Join us tomorrow night (7/14) at 7PM for the final CULTURE TALK in our current series dedicated to exploring the natural world. Learn about The Principles and Science of an Urban Food Forest with Rhinelander's City Forester, Tom Jerow!

In this lecture, Tom will first offer an overview of Rhinelander’s urban forestry program and then take a deep dive into an urban food forest landscape. An urban food forest (also known as an edible forest garden) is a permaculture-inspired garden within a city that mimics the structure and functions of a natural forest ecosystem while producing edible plants. The city is developing a public food forest with a grant from the USDA Forest Service through the Wisconsin DNR. The permaculture principles of a food forest can also be applied in a small urban backyard. Tom Jerow worked for the Wisconsin DNR for 34 years and holds a degree in Soil Science from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. There will be a Q&A immediately following.

All lectures are free and open to the public and will be held at The Hilgermann Center (25 S. Brown St. in downtown Rhinelander). See you there!

(The views expressed during these lectures are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Hilgermann Center. All organizers, speakers and participants are expected to remain civil and respectful when engaging with these topics.)

Check out all of these great community events happening in our space in July!

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Culture Talks: Urban Food Forest
July 14, 7pm (Free)

Culture Talks is an ongoing series of lectures by community members on a wide range of topics such as culture, history, art, philosophy, religion and more. For this lecture, Rhinelander’s City Forester, Tom Jerow, will first offer an overview of Rhinelander’s urban forestry program and then take a deep dive into an urban food forest landscape. An urban food forest (also known as an edible forest garden) is a permaculture-inspired garden within a city that mimics the structure and functions of a natural forest ecosystem while producing edible plants. The city is developing a public food forest with a grant from the USDA Forest Service through the Wisconsin DNR. The permaculture principles of a food forest can also be applied in a small urban backyard. Tom Jerow worked for the Wisconsin DNR for 34 years and holds a degree in Soil Science from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.

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EDM Night with DJ Silver C
July 18, 7-11pm ($16)

Get ready for a high‑voltage night of sound, movement, and community. Come out for an electrifying EDM (Electronic Dance Music) Night in the Hilgermann Center’s community room—an immersive experience where you can dance the night away in a fun, safe environment. Expect high-energy tracks, vibrant visuals, and a welcoming atmosphere designed for music lovers of all ages. Whether you’re a seasoned EDM fan or just curious to experience the scene, this is your chance to step into something bold and unforgettable—right here in the Northwoods.

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July Meetup (Northwoods Filmmaking Society)
July 19, 2pm (Free)

The Northwoods Filmmaking Society is an open community of people who are interested in making independent films. For this meetup, we will be having an informal video chat conversation with British-Irish filmmaker Oscar Harding. Harding began his career in historical research and entertainment journalism before transitioning into marketing and distribution consultancy. He has worked on projects across the USA, UK, and Ireland, including the Academy Award-nominated Theeb, and the Academy Award-longlisted North Circular.

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In Progress
July 28, 7pm (Free)
In Progress is a unique open mic art sharing event where participants are encouraged to share something they're working on in any stage of the process.

Just a reminder that last week's In Progress open was postponed to tonight, so come on out this evening (7/7) at 7PM to enjoy some community art sharing!

Presented by ArtStart, WXPR and hosted by Nate Sheppard, In Progress is a unique event where participants are encouraged to share something they're working on in any stage of the process (hence the name "In Progress").

Join us at The Hilgermann Center for Community in downtown Rhinelander at 7PM on the last Tuesday of every month and show us what you're up to! Whether a song, a poem, a painting, anything is welcome and you will not find a more supportive group. We can't wait to hear and see what you have been creating!

All ages are welcome! Participants can sign up at www.thehilgermann.com/inprogress and audience members are welcome. See you soon!

This is the last week you can catch the historical photo gallery currently on display in our hallway before we switch it out for the next installation! Special thanks to Kerry Bloedorn for curating these fantastic photos of Brown Street. Can you spot the Hilgermann building in some of these photos?

Unfortunately, due to illness our monthly open mic "In Progress" has been postponed to next week. If you already signed up for tonight, your sign up will count toward next week. Sorry for any inconvenience and stay cool this evening!

We are getting excited for Friday’s market at The Hilgermann! Come listen to live music from the grand piano by Andrea (5-6:30pm) and Nate (6:30-8pm), enjoy treats from Naomi B’s Bakery, get a massage by Stephanie, and shop ethical goods, books, clothing, beautiful embroidery, quilled items, and gifts from Northwoods Bricks!

Always fun to see all these classic cars in front of our building! Come downtown on this beautiful day for the car show, art on the courthouse lawn, and more!

Join next Tuesday (6/16) at 7PM for the third CULTURE TALK in our new series dedicated to exploring the natural world. Learn about Why Wisconsin's Lakes Are Extra Special!

In this lecture, Limnologist Carol Warden will talk us through the basics of how lakes change from season to season and from year to year. Her research contributes to a long-term ecological research project that's been going strong for the last 45 years. Carol has been studying lakes since 2007. In 2010 she moved to the Northwoods for a full-time research position with UW Trout Lake Station and partnered with WI DNR. She received her Master's Degree in Science in 2010 through the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies at UW Madison. There will be a Q&A immediately following.

All lectures are free and open to the public and will be held at The Hilgermann Center (25 S. Brown St. in downtown Rhinelander). See you there!

(The views expressed during these lectures are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Hilgermann Center. All organizers, speakers and participants are expected to remain civil and respectful when engaging with these topics.)