Friends Programs and Events Calendar

The Friends of Schmeeckle host several programs and events throughout the year. Explore upcoming events below.

Music in the Woods: Tom Pease

Pankowski Friends Amphitheater 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States

Sponsored by the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Join us for the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve’s summer concert series at the Pankowski Friends Amphitheater. The incomparable Tom Pease shares his love for the environment through witty songs and interactive performances for kids of all ages.

Free

Music in the Woods: Point of Jazz

Pankowski Friends Amphitheater 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States

Sponsored by the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Join us for the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve’s summer concert series at the Pankowski Friends Amphitheater. Made up of UW-Stevens Point graduates, the Point of Jazz Quintet plays jazz standards, original music, and contemporary compositions. Mat Chapman (trumpet), Jayce Gorski (saxophone), Kadin Yach (piano), Colt Maichle (drums) and Jessie

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Free

Music in the Woods: CWSO Strings

Pankowski Friends Amphitheater 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States

Sponsored by the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Join us for the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve’s summer concert series at the Pankowski Friends Amphitheater. The Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra Strings will hit the amphitheater stage in July.

Free

Music in the Woods: Stevens Point City Band

Pankowski Friends Amphitheater 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States

Sponsored by the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve Join us for the Friends of Schmeeckle Reserve’s summer concert series at the Pankowski Friends Amphitheater. The Stevens Point City Band returns for this year's series in July. These local community members form an ensemble of over 70 musicians with a variety of instruments and sounds.

Free

Schmeeckle Shakes: “The Merry Wives of Windsor”

Pankowski Friends Amphitheater 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Sponsored by the Friends, Central Wisconsin Area Community Theater brings Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor to the amphitheater stage! For more information, visit the CWACT website. Stevens Point - Central Wisconsin Community Theater (cwact.org)

Schmeeckle Shakes: “The Merry Wives of Windsor”

Pankowski Friends Amphitheater 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Sponsored by the Friends, Central Wisconsin Area Community Theater brings Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor to the amphitheater stage! For more information, visit the CWACT website. Stevens Point - Central Wisconsin Community Theater (cwact.org)

Schmeeckle Shakes: “The Merry Wives of Windsor”

Pankowski Friends Amphitheater 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Sponsored by the Friends, Central Wisconsin Area Community Theater brings Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor to the amphitheater stage! For more information, visit the CWACT website. Stevens Point - Central Wisconsin Community Theater (cwact.org)

Schmeeckle Shakes: “The Merry Wives of Windsor”

Pankowski Friends Amphitheater 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Sponsored by the Friends, Central Wisconsin Area Community Theater brings Shakespeare’s The Merry Wives of Windsor to the amphitheater stage! For more information, visit the CWACT website. Stevens Point - Central Wisconsin Community Theater (cwact.org)

Not-So-Fearsome Fires

Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States

What sparks in your mind when you hear Smokey’s famous slogan: "Only You Can Prevent Wildfires"? Discover how and why we fight fire with fire here at Schmeeckle during a walk around the Reserve. Presented by Em Sinclair Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number in your group, and phone

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Scale Down Stress

Menzel Pavilion 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States

There is a world of relaxation waiting for you in nature. Attend this program to learn tips and tricks to achieve a Zen state and create inner peace outdoors. Presented by Alaina Allen. Join University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point student naturalists for free programs that explore the outdoors. All ages invited! No registration required. For questions

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Attorney Dragonfly

Schmeeckle Reserve Visitor Center 2419 North Point Drive, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States

Why do aquatic bugs get such a bad rap? Sift through the evidence to see if bugs are more than simply creepy crawlies. Will we make a splash on your opinion in favor of those little bugs on trial? Presented by Adasyn Bullard Email us to register for this program. Include the program title, number

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