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By Kayla Zastrow

Relive Rock’s greatest hits with Th e Hit Men—a band formed from guys who performed with legendary artists including members of Foreigner, Journey, Styx, Th e Hooters, Steely Dan, Cheap Trick, Th ree Dog Night, Cream, Grand Funk, and Th e Who. In their exciting multi-media concert, Th e Hit Men celebrate their associations with these rock mega-stars, share their fi rst-hand experiences as eyewitnesses to rock history, and perform classic hits you know and love including “Layla,” “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “I Want to Know What Love Is,” “Feels Like the First Time,” “Eye in the Sky,” and many more—just the way you remember them. 7:30 pm. $49 adults, $10 students. Savorthearts.com

Local theater groups Wausau Community Th eatre, Mosinee Community Th eatre and Central Wisconsin Children’s Th eatre all come together for this big performance that celebrates the hope, inspiration, and excitement of musical theatre. You’ll hear songs from the world’s most iconic musicals performed by talent that has graced the many stages of central Wisconsin. Audiences will love hearing familiar tunes such as “Season of Love,” “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” “Consider Yourself,” and many more. Fri.-Sat. 7 pm; Sun. 2 pm. $10. Tickets at showtix4u.com.

Chances are you might have been one of the millions who tuned in on Saturday nights to watch Hee Haw, a variety television show that aired from 1969 to 1997 featuring country music and humor. Th is stage show brings back cast members from the television series—Lulu Roman, Irlene Mandrell, Jana Jae, and special guest T. Graham Brown. Th ese artists bring a bit of ‘Kornfi eld Kounty’ to the Tack Center with a musical extravaganza will have audience members singing, clapping, laughing, and crying—all at the same time! 7:30 pm. Reserved seats $40. lucilletackcenter.com.

Relax in front of the warm and cozy fi replace at Monk Gardens’ pavilion, sip wine and enjoy refreshments while learning to make your plant containers festive. Led by Monk Gardens horticulturist, Marissa Ashbeck, participants will decorate containers for the holiday season using natural elements collected from the gardens before the snow starts to fl y. For ages 21 and older. Held outdoors, dress for the weather. 6 pm. $40 members, $45 nonmembers. Details at monkgardens.org.

Downtown Stevens Point comes alive with holiday spirit during this annual holiday parade. Stake your spot out on Main Street to enjoy holiday cheer while watching fl oats from dozens of local businesses and organizations embrace this year’s theme of “Let It Snow”. Bring your wish list as mail carriers will walk along the parade route and collect letters to Santa from the crowd. Stay after to have your photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus until 9:30 pm. 6 pm. Free. Downtownpointwi.com.

Enjoy bouncing melodies and magnetic pop hooks from Bad Bad Hats, an indie rock band from Minneapolis. Th eir music is rooted in classic pop songwriting, with elements of nineties rock infl uence and an overall lightheartedness. Th e band has released three full-length albums, Psychic Reader (2015), Lightning Round (2018), and Walkman released in September 2021. Th e new album showcases the band members’ individual abilities while highlighting the joy they feel playing music. Part of the 10x10 Series. 8 pm. $10 general admission. Details at Grandtheater.org.

Th is singer-songwriter has been writing music for over 30 years! He even wrote a special song for Oprah Winfrey which he sang on her show live in front of 45 million viewers. Inspired by the sounds of James Taylor, Bob Dylan and Jim Croce, Scott performs his acoustic mix of country and blues all around the Midwest and Wisconsin. He’s released four albums, has appeared on national and regional radio stations, and even has had a song inducted into the Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame. 7 pm. 715-693-2739.

From the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, this all-star line-up of highly experienced and talented musicians are no strangers to the music scene. Formed in 2017, the four-piece group has fast become a regional favorite across Upper Michigan and Wisconsin. Put on your dancing show as they play today’s top country hits, classic country tunes and everything in-between. 8 pm. 715-843-7555.