Dinner Lecture at the Rookery

The Changing Cryosphere

Thursday, December 10

Bob Jacobel will give an overview of ice on planet earth, where we find it, and what's happening today. Jacobel is a professor of physics at St. Olaf College in Minnesota and has been a participant in the U.S. Antarctic Research Program since 1987. The Jacobel Glacier on the Sulzberger Coast of West Antarctica is named in honor of his contributions to Antarctic science.

Meet at the Rookery at 5:30 PM. Enjoy dinner and conversation after the presentation. Call the Cable Natural History Museum by December 8 to register (715-798-3890). $5 member/$10 non-member.

New Year's Eve at the Rookery

Is it really December already? Hard to believe given our unseasonably mild weather here in NW Wisconsin. But the calendar doesn't lie. Which means the Rookery's fabulous five course New Year's Eve feast is less than a month away!

And per tradition fresh Maine lobster will once again be featured in the starring role on New Year's Eve. But this year we'll also be changing things up a bit with several delicious new non-shellfish options for every course. Check out our expanded menu below and please be prepared to specify choices for everyone in your party when you call for reservations.

The word continues to spread about the Rookery's special New Year's feast and we expect this year to be busier than ever. So call now for best choice of seating!

The Rookery's New Year's Eve Feast

1st Course

salmon mousse with lemon dill mascarpone
OR
Hood Bay oysters in papaya mignonette

2nd Course

the Rookery's legendary fresh Maine lobster bisque

3rd Course

classic Caesar salad with housemade croutons sautéed in anchovy butter

4th Course

whole fresh Maine lobster, winter succotash, and mushroom duxelle wild rice pilaf with Plugrá butter

English prime rib w/ rosemary au jus, horseradish mashed potatoes, haricots verts

surf and turf with fresh Maine lobster tail and 5 oz filet mignon, smoked Gouda mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, and fried shallots

5th Course

Namakagon chocolate cake, ginger simple syrup, maple buttercream, and a blackberry purée

All this for just $99 per person. Seating 4:30 to 9:30 PM. Reservations required.

Give the Gift of the Rookery this Holiday

The Rookery's custom gift cards make great holiday gifts. They can be used for either dining and drinks or toward the purchase of any of the stunning images in our Kristen Westlake nature photography gallery. These credit-card-style gift cards can be issued in any amount, and any unused balance from a visit to the Rookery will remain on the card and available for use on a subsequent visit. Includes an attractive card holder with plenty of room for your personal greeting.

Stop by the Rookery to pick up a gift card (or several) any evening that we're open. Or call and we'll mail it directly to you or the lucky recipient (715-794-2062).

Christmas to New Years Holiday Hours

The Rookery will be open EVERY evening from December 26 thru January 4 beginning at 4:30 PM.

On New Years Eve we'll be featuring our special five course feast (featuring fresh Maine lobster) by reservation only.

We'll likely be open both December 24 and 25 as well, but will make a final decision based on having sufficient advance reservations. So please be sure to let us know as early as possible if you'd be interested in joining us either evening.

Winter Dining Hours

DINNER 5 nights (Thursday thru Monday)
4:30 PM until last reservation (always recommended)

Bar opens at 4 PM

Wineaux WEEKDAYS (Monday & Thursday)

1/2 price bottles of wine (except Dec 24 & 31, Feb 18)

Open EVERY evening from Dec 26 thru Jan 4

New Year's Eve Five Course Feast by reservation only

Open Christmas Eve & Christmas Day by reservation

(715) 794-2062