Hometown Calendar

N8566 Hwy 49, Berlin.  Sundays.  Doors open at 5p.m. for refreshments….BINGO starts at 6:30p.m.  Question, call 920-361-0473.

Dec. 10

$600 in prizes each night!  sandwiches & desserts!  Raffles & refreshments.

CAP Services Seeks Volunteers for Waushara County Tax Program Planning for the upcoming income tax filing season is underway and CAP Services is seeking volunteers to prepare tax returns and provide customer support. Since 2007, CAP Services has provided free tax preparation to low-income families in Waushara County through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. During the 2017 filing season, volunteers helped 212 households in Waushara County secure more than $216,000 in income tax refunds. With an average cost of $160 per paid tax return, these volunteers also saved families more than $33,000 in fees in 2017. CAP anticipates an increased demand for its services in 2018 and will need additional volunteers to meet the need. Individuals can get involved through a weekly commitment to conduct intake activities or prepare taxes, or through an occasional – once or twice a month – commitment to offer interpretation services. No previous experience is needed. CAP will provide in-person and online training free of charge to all interested volunteers beginning mid-December. The tax site operates from late January to mid-April. Additionally, volunteers can access CAP’s tax filing software to prepare their own returns as well as returns for friends and family, free of charge. CAP will offer free tax preparation services at the CAPsell Center in Wautoma. If you are interested in volunteering, visit the CAP Services website at capservices.org/vita, or contact Connie Henn at chenn@capmail.org or 920-647-0978.

Marine Biology: A Shedd Aquarium High School Learning Experience

Tuesday, December 12 at 6:30 P.M.

Discover the impressive educational adventure that one local high school student had this past summer. Join Danika Steggall at the Ripon Public Library on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:30 P.M. as she shares a travelogue of her trip to the Bahamas with the Shedd Aquarium’s exclusive High School Marine Biology Program. Living aboard the Shedd’s research vessel, Ms. Steggall was able to explore aquatic life in the Bahamas, research scientific techniques, and learn about environmental issues during her experience as a marine science researcher. Highlights include a visit to the Bimini Shark Lab, swimming with sharks, and working with the Dolphins Communication Project.

Free and open to the public. Call the library at 748-6160 or contact Mandy Sprague at msprague@riponlibrary.org for more information.

Wednesday, December 13 –

A merry craft makers afternoon for kids 3:30-4:30. Ornaments, snow globes, and hot cocoa to make and enjoy after school.

Thursday, December 14 – 

Christmas Tea at Balmoral Castle 1-3:00.  Actress Jessica Michna is here as Margaret Cummins, head housekeeper at Balmoral Castle during Queen Victoria’s reign. Hear about life at the castle during the Royal Family’s Christmas visit. Jessica’s program will be followed by tea.

The library will be closed on December 24 and 25.

Thursday, December 28 – 

Princess Bride film screening at 6:30 p.m. One of the most quotable movies ever is 30 years old. Let’s have some swashbuckling fun and enjoy The Princess Bride on the library’s big screen.

Saturday, December 30 – 

Frozen film screening at 10:00 a.m. Do you want to build a snowman? (Or just sing along with the movie?) We’re screening Frozen this morning in the main level meeting room. Kids of all ages welcome.

The library will be closed on December 31 and January 1.

Lessons & Carols
Wednesday, December 13th – 6:30 pm
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church – Montello

Features:  Christmas music mixed with scripture readings

No cost . . . everyone is invited and welcomed

Huge reception follows the service in the parish hall.

Thursday, December 14 – 

Christmas Tea at Balmoral Castle 1-3:00.  Actress Jessica Michna is here as Margaret Cummins, head housekeeper at Balmoral Castle during Queen Victoria’s reign. Hear about life at the castle during the Royal Family’s Christmas visit. Jessica’s program will be followed by tea.

The library will be closed on December 24 and 25.

Thursday, December 28 – 

Princess Bride film screening at 6:30 p.m. One of the most quotable movies ever is 30 years old. Let’s have some swashbuckling fun and enjoy The Princess Bride on the library’s big screen.

Saturday, December 30 – 

Frozen film screening at 10:00 a.m. Do you want to build a snowman? (Or just sing along with the movie?) We’re screening Frozen this morning in the main level meeting room. Kids of all ages welcome.

The library will be closed on December 31 and January 1.

Thursday, December 14 at 6:30 P.M.

Do you desire becoming healthier but find yourself freely indulging in all the sweets of the holiday season only to feel frustrated and guilty afterwards? Join Brenda Block, Integrative Nutritional Health Coach, at the Ripon Public Library on Thursday, December 14 at 6:30 P.M. to learn some simple tips to maintain your health while still enjoying the spirit of the season. Sample delicious treats made healthier and leave with strategies to keep your health goals on track this winter! Stay tuned for Ms. Block’s upcoming Blue Zone Diets series exploring the diets of the “blue zone” covering a different regional diet each month, Thursdays at 6:30 P.M. this winter and spring:

• January 25 – Sardinia, Italy
• February 8 – Okinawa, Japan
• March 8 – Loma Linda, California
• April 12 – Nicoya, Costa Rica
• May 10 – Ikaria, Greece

Salvation Army Spin Ride.

Join Wade’z Bike and Adventure’s spin class on Friday, December 15th, at 6:15 a.m. for Salvation Army ride. Sign up online at www.wadezbike.com/about-us/spinning/. You will not be charged for this ride on the website, you will pay for your ride by giving a donation to the Salvation Army when you come to class. Donations from class will be given to one of the local bell ringers. Call the bike shop at 920-787-3282 for more information.

American Sign Language

December 15

12:45 pm to 1:30 pm

Markesan Resident Home

Community BINGO

December 15

2 pm to 3 pm

Markesan Resident Home

Jamie Glover & Company Carolers

December 16

12 pm to 12:45 pm

Markesan Resident Home

Join us on Sat., Dec. 16 from Noon-2p.m. at Shell on Broadway in Berlin.  For every gift or $5 donation you bring during the live broadcast, your name will go in a drawing for a $50 gas card from Shell on Broadway!  Help those less fortunate children & families have a nicer holiday season this year.  Give from your heart!

FREE Movie Showing of “Despicable Me” at Berlin Public Library

Saturday, Dec. 16 at 1:00 pm