Hometown Calendar

December 1-3

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

Dec. 3 & 10

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

Monday, December 4th, Wake Up Call Presentation. The Waushara County Healthy Communities Healthy Youth Committee invites all adults, 21 and over, to join them on December 4th from 5-8:30pm at the WWII Memorial Building for an eye-opening presentation learning about substance abuse and the part it plays in the lives of our children and grandchildren. Wake Up Call is a life-size exhibit of a teen’s bedroom with more than 20 “red flags” that can signal drug or alcohol use. The Wake Up Call bedroom identifies spots where teens may hide drugs, household items that can be used as drug paraphernalia and ways teens try to cover up drug and alcohol use. The goal of this presentation is to educate parents and other adults who are influential in the lives of youth so they know what seemingly innocent items can actually be an indication of substance abuse. In addition to learning about the various hiding spots and items that may indicate use, audience members will learn about the signs and symptoms associated with alcohol and drug abuse, as well as strategies that can help reduce the chances of substance abuse. The Sherriff’s Department K-9 Unit will do a presentation. There will also be an opportunity for participants to ask questions and get a closer look at the items located in the bedroom. For questions or to register, please contact Mary LaBlanc at 920-787-6600 or at marykay.lablanc@co.waushara.wi.us

Dec. 5, 6, & 7 from 8:30a-11:30a.

Located in Room 507.  Come enjoy some tasty treats!

Supreme stuffed french toast, royal skillet, worthy waffles, castle cakes, drawbridge burritos, crown croissant sandwich, majestic muffins, sweet corn roll, & jester strudel.

Please support the PHS student-oriented restaurant.

Books N’ Brew for Teens @ Mugs Coffeehouse

Tuesday, December 5 at 4:00 P.M.

Catch up with what other teen readers are enjoying on Tuesday, December 5 at 4:00 P.M. at Mugs Coffeehouse as you warm yourself with delicous hot beverage! Unlike traditional book clubs, there are no assigned books. Instead, read what you like and then share what you read. Adult/Teen Services Librarian, Mandy Sprague will be on hand to offer reader’s advisory to get you hooked on your next favorite read! This new teens-only (12+) reading group meets at Mugs Coffeehouse on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 4:00 P.M.

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

Essential Oils 101 – Embracing Wellness

Tuesday, December 5 at 6:30 P.M.

Join Christen Valente in learning about the healing benefits of essential oils on Tuesday, December 5 at 6:30 P.M. at the Ripon Public Library.  Learn how to clean your home with chemical free products and kick toxic chemicals to the curb!

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

Dec. 5, 6, & 7 from 8:30a-11:30a.

Located in Room 507.  Come enjoy some tasty treats!

Supreme stuffed french toast, royal skillet, worthy waffles, castle cakes, drawbridge burritos, crown croissant sandwich, majestic muffins, sweet corn roll, & jester strudel.

Please support the PHS student-oriented restaurant.

Bits & Bots Coding Challenge

Wednesday, December 6 at 3:45 P.M.

Venture forth on a coding quest at Ripon Public Library with CODECOMBAT on Wednesday, December 6 at 3:45 P.M. Learn programming with a multiplayer live coding strategy game for beginners. Learn Python or JavaScript as you defeat ogres, solve mazes, and level up. This is a tweens-only program designed for middle school students.

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

Dec. 5, 6, & 7 from 8:30a-11:30a.

Located in Room 507.  Come enjoy some tasty treats!

Supreme stuffed french toast, royal skillet, worthy waffles, castle cakes, drawbridge burritos, crown croissant sandwich, majestic muffins, sweet corn roll, & jester strudel.

Please support the PHS student-oriented restaurant.

Date:  Sat., Dec. 9

Time:  10a-Noon (Live broadcast)

Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus will be there!

For every person that test drives a car that day,  $5 will be donated to Toys for Tots!

Black Hawk Folk Society Second Saturday Concert

The Black Hawk Folk Society will host John Smith on Saturday, December 9th at 7:00pm. John Smith is one of those artists so often under-recognized – he possesses a genius that cannot be denied, ignored, or overlooked. For the past thirty-plus years, John Smith has been sharing his music all across America and abroad. He has become a favorite at festivals, clubs, and house concerts alike. In addition to being a Kerrville New Folk Winner, John Smith has released seven solo CDs to rave reviews, leads musical tours to Ireland, teaches songwriting, and has served as a staff songwriter in Nashville. . Get a sample of his talent at http://www.johnsmithmusic.com/.There will be a potluck at 6:00 pm before the concert which will be held at the Mountain View Community Center, at N3137 21st Lane, Wautoma, WI 54982, just off Highway 152, south of Mt. Morris.