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Who Is That Man? A Passion Play with some Music Selections from “Jesus Christ Superstar” Palm Sunday March 24, 2:00 and 7:00 Ripon Immanuel United Methodist Church 401 W. Fond du Lac St., Ripon Community Invited Jesus said “Go tell the world about me.” What an easy way to please God and spread the Good News to this community. Ripon Immanuel Methodist Church will be presenting “Who Is That Man?” and would like YOUR help. “Who Is That Man?” dramatizes the last week of Jesus’ life, depicting the events that led up to his crucifixion. We hope that bringing this story to life will be another opportunity for this community to experience and come to know Jesus. We need actors, singers, behind the scenes help, advertisers, greeters, and people to spread the word. We need YOU! You could be an actor, singer, performer in the pew, work in the sound/tech booth, help with costumes, work with advertising…bring us your God-given talent, and we will use it. Join us as we tell the greatest story ever told to help us through this time of hopelessness, boredom and struggles that we are currently facing. We need YOU to help out. People Needed: We invite you to join us as this passion play requires a large cast. Please invite others in the community to participate with us. This is a great opportunity to get those who may have been hesitant to come to church to walk through those doors to participate with us or even just to attend the performance. We welcome those who are members of other congregations to either advertise this production or come and participate in it with us. ALL are welcome! Practice Schedule: Wednesdays from 6:00 – 7:30 pm February 21, 28 March 6, 13, 20 A light supper will be provided for EVERYONE beginning at 5:15 every Wednesday. March 23: Saturday Dress Rehearsal 10:00 am – 12:00 Performances on Sunday, March 24 March 24: Meet at church in costume by 1:00 for the 2:00 performance Meet again at church at 6:00 in costume for the 7:00 performance Thrasher Announces Changes to Harvest of Bargains Event Green Lake, Wis. (January 29, 2024) – After more than 20 years, the Thrasher Opera House’s Harvest of Bargains sale has come to an end. The annual sale along with the dedicated volunteers who spent countless hours working on the sale, provided steadfast and important support during the early years of the opera house. “This strategic move was made to allow the organization to concentrate on expanding its mission-driven activities and enhance its fundraising initiatives,” according to Thrasher’s executive director Rachael Avery. “We want to thank the volunteers who selflessly contributed their time and energy to make this event the success that it was,” she said. “We’re also grateful to the public for their generous donations and purchases that contributed to the success of the sale. “As we embark on this new chapter, we look forward to your continued support in our mission-driven endeavors. Together, we can create a positive impact and enrich the cultural landscape of our community.” The Thrasher store, located at 510 Mill St. in Green Lake, will expand into an extension of the Art Gallery. It will provide a space for local artists to display and sell their works. “If you’re an artist looking for such an opportunity, please contact us at info@thrasheroperahouse.com,” Avery said. Include contact information, type of work you want to sell/display and photos of your artwork. Examples that would likely fit well in the space would be paintings, textiles, sculptures, photographs, jewelry, prints, etc. “In addition, we will continue to accept a limited number of donations of original art and vintage items for the expanded gallery,” Avery said. “Please contact us first before dropping off items to determine if they would be a good fit.” The mission of the Thrasher Opera House calls for promoting the arts and the power of live performance, providing a community gathering place, and preserving the historic Opera House—a charming and intimate venue with exceptional acoustics. Built in 1910, restored in 1997, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the opera house seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com. Thursday, February 1 at 6 pm Start the new year feeling more relaxed and Decluttered Financially. Jenice Mischler of Green Lake UW-Extension will present on how to manage your financial belongings. You will learn which documents are important to save, how long to save them, and how to safely throw away documents. Also, find out your Money Color Personality to understand why you use or don’t use money in a certain way. Please RSVP by calling the library at 920-361-5420. Thursday, February 8 beginning at 2 pm Celebrate the Lunar New Year with this drop-in, self-led paper lantern craft. No registration necessary. Craft available in the lobby until Feb. 10 or while supplies last. Friday, February 16 at 1 pm Join us for a free showing of the Oscar-nominated film The Holdovers (R). March 4 – 18 Do you have have old family videos, slides, or negatives you’d like to preserve in a digital format? The library will be offering a VHS to DVD (or USB drive) conversion service and a slide/film digitization service from March 4 – 18. The cost of the VHS conversion service has increased to $3 per tape. Please call the library to sign up for this service in advance! Cozy Mysteries featured in February! Ripon WI – Ripon Public Library celebrates National Mystery Month with “Cozies and Cookies!” Cozy mysteries – lighthearted with little to no violence – are featured throughout the month of February with special events, prizes, cookies, and a display. The month-long celebration is financially sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, in honor of their 100th year of service to the community! Throughout February, drop in to browse a delightful book display of the cozy mystery genre near the fireplace. Displayed books are available for check out or may enjoyed at the library. SAT FEB 3 | 10 AM—NOON | KICKOFF CELEBRATION! | TEENS & ADULTS Join us on Saturday, February 3, 10 AM- 12 PM for the kickoff celebration! Browse this diverse genre while enjoying cookies, warm beverages, and guest speakers. Enter to win book prizes and claim a free mug while supplies last! At 10:30 AM, guest speakers, aka local mystery buffs, offer excerpts, light literary analysis, favorite quips from their own favorites, and welcome discussion from attendees. Here’s a sneak peek at speakers and their focus. · Doug Northrop delves into Paige Shelton’s delightful Scottish Bookshop mystery series and the Edgar Award winning series, by David Handler, featuring the witty and dapper celebrity ghostwriter, Stewart Hoag. · Robin Woods discusses the famously exciting Sherlock Holmes mystery by Sir Conan Doyle, Hound of the Baskervilles, and brings in a bit of Agatha Christie’s renowned body of work, too. · Jeanne Williams delights with the highly entertaining and historically representative Jane Austen Mysteries series by Stephanie Barron. MONS FEB 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4-8 PM Monday evenings throughout February, enjoy cookies and warm beverages while exploring the “Cozies” display. Enter to win book prizes and a free mug while supplies last! Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160. Leap Into Reading: Winter Reading Challenge Until February 29 We challenge patrons of all ages to read 1,000 minutes by Leap Day (Feb. 29). All readers who complete the challenge will be entered into a grand prize drawing and will have overdue fees forgiven on their library accounts. Prize winners will get to choose a $25 gift card from a list of local establishments. Participate on Beanstack or pick up a paper reading log at the library! Fun fact: Readers on Beanstack have logged over 17,000 minutes so far! Cozy Mysteries featured in February! Ripon WI – Ripon Public Library celebrates National Mystery Month with “Cozies and Cookies!” Cozy mysteries – lighthearted with little to no violence – are featured throughout the month of February with special events, prizes, cookies, and a display. The month-long celebration is financially sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, in honor of their 100th year of service to the community! Throughout February, drop in to browse a delightful book display of the cozy mystery genre near the fireplace. Displayed books are available for check out or may enjoyed at the library. SAT FEB 3 | 10 AM—NOON | KICKOFF CELEBRATION! | TEENS & ADULTS Join us on Saturday, February 3, 10 AM- 12 PM for the kickoff celebration! Browse this diverse genre while enjoying cookies, warm beverages, and guest speakers. Enter to win book prizes and claim a free mug while supplies last! At 10:30 AM, guest speakers, aka local mystery buffs, offer excerpts, light literary analysis, favorite quips from their own favorites, and welcome discussion from attendees. Here’s a sneak peek at speakers and their focus. · Doug Northrop delves into Paige Shelton’s delightful Scottish Bookshop mystery series and the Edgar Award winning series, by David Handler, featuring the witty and dapper celebrity ghostwriter, Stewart Hoag. · Robin Woods discusses the famously exciting Sherlock Holmes mystery by Sir Conan Doyle, Hound of the Baskervilles, and brings in a bit of Agatha Christie’s renowned body of work, too. · Jeanne Williams delights with the highly entertaining and historically representative Jane Austen Mysteries series by Stephanie Barron. MONS FEB 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4-8 PM Monday evenings throughout February, enjoy cookies and warm beverages while exploring the “Cozies” display. Enter to win book prizes and a free mug while supplies last! Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160. FEBRUAY SCHEDULE Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its February lineup of events and offerings for all ages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous donors, programming is always free. SUN FEB 11 | 1-4 PM | D&D GAME TIME | AGES 11+ Always wanted to delve into the iconic D&D role-playing game but found it daunting? Local Dungeon Masters guide players through one-shot adventures. Featuring Starfinder a space-based role-playing game of action and adventure. Introducing The Creature Comes for Us card game! Play as a group of people preparing to fight against a currently unknown threat. Beginners welcome. No registration necessary. MON FEB 12 | 2 PM | MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE Enjoy a newly released movie on the big screen with complimentary popcorn! Visit the library website for title and rating information. MON FEB 12 | 6:00-7:30 PM | ALL NATURAL SERIES | BOTANICA NATURALS: The Benefits of Natural Skincare New All Natural Series: featuring local business owner, Denise Lynn! Denise will give a presentation on using natural products followed by a brief demonstration and question and answer session. All are welcome! THU FEB 15 | 6-7:30 PM | CRAFT CLUB: DIY BATH SALTS & SHOWER STEAMERS | AGES 10+ Drop in and make your own scented bath salts or shower steamers. For ages 10+ up, Youth need adult supervision. No registration required. SAT FEB 17 | 10 AM—NOON | TEEN PROGRAM | PEG BOARD LITE BRITE | Teens are invited to help paint golf tees and a peg board to create a pseudo–Lite Brite station in the teen space. WED FEB 21 | 6-8 PM | ADULT GAME NIGHT | AGES 16+ Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for an evening of modern board games. We teach, you play! Check our website/Facebook for featured game(s). Recurring event, 3rd Wednesday of each month. MON FEB 26 | 2 PM | CLASSIC MOVIE MONDAY Join us to relive the glory days of the black and white movies! Popcorn included! Visit the library website for title and rating information. MON FEB 26 | 6:30-7:30 PM | ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION: The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley Enjoy a lively and friendly discussion with other readers. DROP-IN BOREDOM BUSTERS · Come play in the Romper Room. Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play, the room features trikes, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room, which is open during regular library hours, is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though younger/older kids are welcome. · Enjoy the always-available board games, toy library, and activity sheets located in the youth department. · Visit the community table where there is always a puzzle in progress! Stay for a bit and place a few pieces or settle in for a longer session. Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160. Memorial Donation Supports Literacy The friends and family of Michele Schrader, who passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2023, recently donated funds toward a collection of 27 VOX Books to serve and support aspiring readers. Vox Books are hardcover books with a digital audio player inside the front cover. This pairing of print with audio in a single unit provides many benefits for young learners as they progress toward becoming independent readers and lifelong learners. Michele was a lover of learning and an advocate for literature as a catalyst toward living and experiencing the world with a creative spirit. Libraries and books, always near and dear to her, led her to become an active member of the Friends of the Ripon Public Library. For several years, she served as coordinator of the Friends’ famous book sales, which fund library programming. She was also a happy and supportive participant in library events and delighted in bringing her daughters to Storytime. Throughout her life Michele’s zest extended into many arenas and along the way lifelong friendships were made. Most notable was her circle of friends which grew through volunteering with the local Welcome Wagon more than 35 years ago! Such friends and Michele’s family hope her legacy will inspire others to volunteer time and resources to their community’s free public library! For more information contact Youth Services Librarian, Linda DeCramer, 920-748-6160. Thursday, February 1 at 6 pm Start the new year feeling more relaxed and Decluttered Financially. Jenice Mischler of Green Lake UW-Extension will present on how to manage your financial belongings. You will learn which documents are important to save, how long to save them, and how to safely throw away documents. Also, find out your Money Color Personality to understand why you use or don’t use money in a certain way. Please RSVP by calling the library at 920-361-5420. Thursday, February 8 beginning at 2 pm Celebrate the Lunar New Year with this drop-in, self-led paper lantern craft. No registration necessary. Craft available in the lobby until Feb. 10 or while supplies last. Friday, February 16 at 1 pm Join us for a free showing of the Oscar-nominated film The Holdovers (R). March 4 – 18 Do you have have old family videos, slides, or negatives you’d like to preserve in a digital format? The library will be offering a VHS to DVD (or USB drive) conversion service and a slide/film digitization service from March 4 – 18. The cost of the VHS conversion service has increased to $3 per tape. Please call the library to sign up for this service in advance! FEBRUAY SCHEDULE Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its February lineup of events and offerings for all ages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous donors, programming is always free. SUN FEB 11 | 1-4 PM | D&D GAME TIME | AGES 11+ Always wanted to delve into the iconic D&D role-playing game but found it daunting? Local Dungeon Masters guide players through one-shot adventures. Featuring Starfinder a space-based role-playing game of action and adventure. Introducing The Creature Comes for Us card game! Play as a group of people preparing to fight against a currently unknown threat. Beginners welcome. No registration necessary. MON FEB 12 | 2 PM | MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE Enjoy a newly released movie on the big screen with complimentary popcorn! Visit the library website for title and rating information. MON FEB 12 | 6:00-7:30 PM | ALL NATURAL SERIES | BOTANICA NATURALS: The Benefits of Natural Skincare New All Natural Series: featuring local business owner, Denise Lynn! Denise will give a presentation on using natural products followed by a brief demonstration and question and answer session. All are welcome! THU FEB 15 | 6-7:30 PM | CRAFT CLUB: DIY BATH SALTS & SHOWER STEAMERS | AGES 10+ Drop in and make your own scented bath salts or shower steamers. For ages 10+ up, Youth need adult supervision. No registration required. SAT FEB 17 | 10 AM—NOON | TEEN PROGRAM | PEG BOARD LITE BRITE | Teens are invited to help paint golf tees and a peg board to create a pseudo–Lite Brite station in the teen space. WED FEB 21 | 6-8 PM | ADULT GAME NIGHT | AGES 16+ Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for an evening of modern board games. We teach, you play! Check our website/Facebook for featured game(s). Recurring event, 3rd Wednesday of each month. MON FEB 26 | 2 PM | CLASSIC MOVIE MONDAY Join us to relive the glory days of the black and white movies! Popcorn included! Visit the library website for title and rating information. MON FEB 26 | 6:30-7:30 PM | ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION: The Invisible Husband of Frick Island by Colleen Oakley Enjoy a lively and friendly discussion with other readers. DROP-IN BOREDOM BUSTERS · Come play in the Romper Room. Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play, the room features trikes, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room, which is open during regular library hours, is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though younger/older kids are welcome. · Enjoy the always-available board games, toy library, and activity sheets located in the youth department. · Visit the community table where there is always a puzzle in progress! Stay for a bit and place a few pieces or settle in for a longer session. Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160. PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 3, 2024 CONTACT: Jason Mansmith920.294.4279jason@thrasheroperahouse.com Irish Folk Artists Reverie Road to Play Thrasher Opera House on Feb. 09 Green Lake, Wis. (January 3, 2024) – Join Reverie Road on Friday, February 09, as they present a vibrant and diverse Celtic fusion, bringing together the talents of fiddler Winifred Horan and accordionist John Williams, both founding members of Solas. Joining them are former Gaelic Storm fiddler Katie Grennan and the accomplished Jazz and Raga pianist Utsav Lal, recognized as a Young Steinway Artist. This dynamic collaboration showcases the mastery of four prominent traditional and virtuosic folk artists, who have collectively enchanted global audiences across studios and stages throughout the past three decades. Deeply rooted in their shared Irish heritage, Reverie Road skillfully blends humor with musical insight, showcasing their innate talents. Their artistic journey explores the essence of Irish musical traditions while embarking on new adventures, featuring a repertoire that includes distilled airs, continental waltzes, and lively reels and jigs. The band’s dynamic chemistry is fueled by two accomplished, classically trained fiddlers who not only share a background as award-winning Irish dancers but are also complemented by two instrumentalists dedicated to redefining traditional accompaniment and rhythm sections. Together, they create a captivating concert experience that will uplift audiences’ spirits and get them enthusiastically on their feet. Tickets for Reverie Road’s performance on Friday, February 09, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. are $30 and available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279 Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House—a charming, intimate, friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com =30= Jason Mansmith he/him/his Thrasher Opera HouseMarketing Director P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 C: 920.295.2556 Cozy Mysteries featured in February! Ripon WI – Ripon Public Library celebrates National Mystery Month with “Cozies and Cookies!” Cozy mysteries – lighthearted with little to no violence – are featured throughout the month of February with special events, prizes, cookies, and a display. The month-long celebration is financially sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, in honor of their 100th year of service to the community! Throughout February, drop in to browse a delightful book display of the cozy mystery genre near the fireplace. Displayed books are available for check out or may enjoyed at the library. SAT FEB 3 | 10 AM—NOON | KICKOFF CELEBRATION! | TEENS & ADULTS Join us on Saturday, February 3, 10 AM- 12 PM for the kickoff celebration! Browse this diverse genre while enjoying cookies, warm beverages, and guest speakers. Enter to win book prizes and claim a free mug while supplies last! At 10:30 AM, guest speakers, aka local mystery buffs, offer excerpts, light literary analysis, favorite quips from their own favorites, and welcome discussion from attendees. Here’s a sneak peek at speakers and their focus. · Doug Northrop delves into Paige Shelton’s delightful Scottish Bookshop mystery series and the Edgar Award winning series, by David Handler, featuring the witty and dapper celebrity ghostwriter, Stewart Hoag. · Robin Woods discusses the famously exciting Sherlock Holmes mystery by Sir Conan Doyle, Hound of the Baskervilles, and brings in a bit of Agatha Christie’s renowned body of work, too. · Jeanne Williams delights with the highly entertaining and historically representative Jane Austen Mysteries series by Stephanie Barron. MONS FEB 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4-8 PM Monday evenings throughout February, enjoy cookies and warm beverages while exploring the “Cozies” display. Enter to win book prizes and a free mug while supplies last! Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160. Children can bring a grandparent/elder or pair up with a volunteer from the Senior Center for this special multigenerational event. Elders will read stories to the kids, and afterwards we will all decorate cookies together. This event is in partnership with Children’s Wisconsin and the Berlin Senior Center. *Registration is required.* Friday, February 2 at 10 am Join us for an early literacy Storytime and musical play with instruments and songs! Meets the first Friday of each month. For babies/toddlers and their caregivers. All February Make doodles come to life with this scientific magic-erase trick! An easy take-home STEAM kit for families with kids ages 6 and up. One per family, while supplies last. Saturday, February 17 from 12 – 3 pm This gargantuan version of Chutes and Ladders is sure to get competitive! Bring a small group of friends and family to play. A full hot-cocoa bar will be available. This event is presented by the Teen Library Club. *Registration is required. Call to sign your group up for a 30-minute time slot.* Saturday, March 2 Come and meet all sorts of animals from the Cattail Critters Mobile Zoo! Learn about tortoises, hedgehogs and more, and see them up close! *Registration is required.* January 31, 2024 Ripon, Wisconsin – The Ripon High School Drama Club is pleased to announce performance dates for its 2024 spring musical: Into the Woods. Performances of Into the Woods will take place in the High School Auditorium (850 Tiger Drive) on Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 16th at 7:00 P.M., and Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Tickets are available for $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and Children. Tickets can be purchased in advance at sites.google.com/ripon.k12.wi.us/drama or in person at the box office at each performance. “Careful the things you say; children will listen…” James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning story and music take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant show that is a rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Also in the woods, we meet Little Red, who is trying to visit her grandmother, the Wolf who loves tasty little children, the Witch’s daughter Rapunzel, and the Princes chasing after their loves. Choices are made and a price is paid to remove the witch’s curse. Everyone has gotten their wish and will seemingly live happily ever after, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. The community must come together to save each other and their kingdom, and sacrifices must be made. One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with a reminder to “Be careful what you wish for.” INTO THE WOODS Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com ### — January 31, 2024 Ripon, Wisconsin – The Ripon High School Drama Club is pleased to announce performance dates for its 2024 spring musical: Into the Woods. Performances of Into the Woods will take place in the High School Auditorium (850 Tiger Drive) on Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 16th at 7:00 P.M., and Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Tickets are available for $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and Children. Tickets can be purchased in advance at sites.google.com/ripon.k12.wi.us/drama or in person at the box office at each performance. “Careful the things you say; children will listen…” James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning story and music take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant show that is a rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Also in the woods, we meet Little Red, who is trying to visit her grandmother, the Wolf who loves tasty little children, the Witch’s daughter Rapunzel, and the Princes chasing after their loves. Choices are made and a price is paid to remove the witch’s curse. Everyone has gotten their wish and will seemingly live happily ever after, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. The community must come together to save each other and their kingdom, and sacrifices must be made. One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with a reminder to “Be careful what you wish for.” INTO THE WOODS Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com ### — Friday, February 16 at 1 pm Join us for a free showing of the Oscar-nominated film The Holdovers (R). March 4 – 18 Do you have have old family videos, slides, or negatives you’d like to preserve in a digital format? The library will be offering a VHS to DVD (or USB drive) conversion service and a slide/film digitization service from March 4 – 18. The cost of the VHS conversion service has increased to $3 per tape. Please call the library to sign up for this service in advance! January 31, 2024 Ripon, Wisconsin – The Ripon High School Drama Club is pleased to announce performance dates for its 2024 spring musical: Into the Woods. Performances of Into the Woods will take place in the High School Auditorium (850 Tiger Drive) on Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 16th at 7:00 P.M., and Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Tickets are available for $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and Children. Tickets can be purchased in advance at sites.google.com/ripon.k12.wi.us/drama or in person at the box office at each performance. “Careful the things you say; children will listen…” James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning story and music take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant show that is a rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Also in the woods, we meet Little Red, who is trying to visit her grandmother, the Wolf who loves tasty little children, the Witch’s daughter Rapunzel, and the Princes chasing after their loves. Choices are made and a price is paid to remove the witch’s curse. Everyone has gotten their wish and will seemingly live happily ever after, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. The community must come together to save each other and their kingdom, and sacrifices must be made. One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with a reminder to “Be careful what you wish for.” INTO THE WOODS Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com ### — PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 08, 2024 CONTACT: Jason Mansmith 920.294.4279 jason@thrasheroperahouse.com Feufollet Unveils Musical Alchemy at Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (January 08, 2024) – Feufollet, the dynamic and youthful band from Southwest Louisiana, will play the historic Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin on Friday, February 16 at 7:30 p.m. It is a musical journey that transcends genres, embracing Cajun, honky-tonk, and string-band roots while exploring uncharted territories of modern sound. Taking Cajun traditions as a springboard, Feufollet channels its vibrant energy and open-minded approach into its latest release, “Two Universes.” The album breaks free from the constraints of defining musical boundaries, showcasing the band’s evolution beyond their Cajun origins. The swamp’s whispers and time-honored waltzes provide a backdrop to a contemporary and expansive musical imagination, seamlessly blending blues, old-time, country ballads, and rock’n’roll into a harmonious symphony—all in pursuit of the perfect song. Tickets for Feufollet’s performance on February 16 at 7:30 p.m. are $26 and available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279 Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House—a charming, intimate, friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com January 31, 2024 Ripon, Wisconsin – The Ripon High School Drama Club is pleased to announce performance dates for its 2024 spring musical: Into the Woods. Performances of Into the Woods will take place in the High School Auditorium (850 Tiger Drive) on Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 16th at 7:00 P.M., and Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Tickets are available for $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and Children. Tickets can be purchased in advance at sites.google.com/ripon.k12.wi.us/drama or in person at the box office at each performance. “Careful the things you say; children will listen…” James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning story and music take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant show that is a rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Also in the woods, we meet Little Red, who is trying to visit her grandmother, the Wolf who loves tasty little children, the Witch’s daughter Rapunzel, and the Princes chasing after their loves. Choices are made and a price is paid to remove the witch’s curse. Everyone has gotten their wish and will seemingly live happily ever after, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. The community must come together to save each other and their kingdom, and sacrifices must be made. One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with a reminder to “Be careful what you wish for.” INTO THE WOODS Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com ### — Waushara Ice Age Trail Sweetheart Hike & Auction see flyers….26th Annual Waushara County Chapter Sweetheart Hike Flyer (FINAL) January 31, 2024 Ripon, Wisconsin – The Ripon High School Drama Club is pleased to announce performance dates for its 2024 spring musical: Into the Woods. Performances of Into the Woods will take place in the High School Auditorium (850 Tiger Drive) on Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 16th at 7:00 P.M., and Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Tickets are available for $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and Children. Tickets can be purchased in advance at sites.google.com/ripon.k12.wi.us/drama or in person at the box office at each performance. “Careful the things you say; children will listen…” James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning story and music take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant show that is a rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Also in the woods, we meet Little Red, who is trying to visit her grandmother, the Wolf who loves tasty little children, the Witch’s daughter Rapunzel, and the Princes chasing after their loves. Choices are made and a price is paid to remove the witch’s curse. Everyone has gotten their wish and will seemingly live happily ever after, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. The community must come together to save each other and their kingdom, and sacrifices must be made. One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with a reminder to “Be careful what you wish for.” INTO THE WOODS Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com ### — Willy Porter Returns to Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin Green Lake, Wis. (January 08, 2024) – Guitarist, singer, and songwriter Willy Porter will return to take January 31, 2024 Ripon, Wisconsin – The Ripon High School Drama Club is pleased to announce performance dates for its 2024 spring musical: Into the Woods. Performances of Into the Woods will take place in the High School Auditorium (850 Tiger Drive) on Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 16th at 7:00 P.M., and Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Tickets are available for $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and Children. Tickets can be purchased in advance at sites.google.com/ripon.k12.wi.us/drama or in person at the box office at each performance. “Careful the things you say; children will listen…” James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning story and music take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant show that is a rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Also in the woods, we meet Little Red, who is trying to visit her grandmother, the Wolf who loves tasty little children, the Witch’s daughter Rapunzel, and the Princes chasing after their loves. Choices are made and a price is paid to remove the witch’s curse. Everyone has gotten their wish and will seemingly live happily ever after, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. The community must come together to save each other and their kingdom, and sacrifices must be made. One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with a reminder to “Be careful what you wish for.” INTO THE WOODS Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com ### — Waushara Ice Age Trail Sweetheart Hike & Auction see flyers….26th Annual Waushara County Chapter Sweetheart Hike Flyer (FINAL) January 31, 2024 Ripon, Wisconsin – The Ripon High School Drama Club is pleased to announce performance dates for its 2024 spring musical: Into the Woods. Performances of Into the Woods will take place in the High School Auditorium (850 Tiger Drive) on Thursday, February 15th at 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 16th at 7:00 P.M., and Saturday, February 17th at 2:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. Tickets are available for $10 for General Admission, $5 for Students and Children. Tickets can be purchased in advance at sites.google.com/ripon.k12.wi.us/drama or in person at the box office at each performance. “Careful the things you say; children will listen…” James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award-winning story and music take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant show that is a rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Also in the woods, we meet Little Red, who is trying to visit her grandmother, the Wolf who loves tasty little children, the Witch’s daughter Rapunzel, and the Princes chasing after their loves. Choices are made and a price is paid to remove the witch’s curse. Everyone has gotten their wish and will seemingly live happily ever after, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. The community must come together to save each other and their kingdom, and sacrifices must be made. One of Sondheim’s most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with a reminder to “Be careful what you wish for.” INTO THE WOODS Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com ### — Willy Porter Returns to Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin Green Lake, Wis. (January 08, 2024) – Guitarist, singer, and songwriter Willy Porter will return to take mandy@stpetersripon.com, 920.748.2422 Cozy Mysteries featured in February! Ripon WI – Ripon Public Library celebrates National Mystery Month with “Cozies and Cookies!” Cozy mysteries – lighthearted with little to no violence – are featured throughout the month of February with special events, prizes, cookies, and a display. The month-long celebration is financially sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, in honor of their 100th year of service to the community! Throughout February, drop in to browse a delightful book display of the cozy mystery genre near the fireplace. Displayed books are available for check out or may enjoyed at the library. SAT FEB 3 | 10 AM—NOON | KICKOFF CELEBRATION! | TEENS & ADULTS Join us on Saturday, February 3, 10 AM- 12 PM for the kickoff celebration! Browse this diverse genre while enjoying cookies, warm beverages, and guest speakers. Enter to win book prizes and claim a free mug while supplies last! At 10:30 AM, guest speakers, aka local mystery buffs, offer excerpts, light literary analysis, favorite quips from their own favorites, and welcome discussion from attendees. Here’s a sneak peek at speakers and their focus. · Doug Northrop delves into Paige Shelton’s delightful Scottish Bookshop mystery series and the Edgar Award winning series, by David Handler, featuring the witty and dapper celebrity ghostwriter, Stewart Hoag. · Robin Woods discusses the famously exciting Sherlock Holmes mystery by Sir Conan Doyle, Hound of the Baskervilles, and brings in a bit of Agatha Christie’s renowned body of work, too. · Jeanne Williams delights with the highly entertaining and historically representative Jane Austen Mysteries series by Stephanie Barron. MONS FEB 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4-8 PM Monday evenings throughout February, enjoy cookies and warm beverages while exploring the “Cozies” display. Enter to win book prizes and a free mug while supplies last! Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160. Wisconsin Arts Board Awards Grant to Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (February 19, 2024) – Thrasher Opera House is pleased to announce it was awarded a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) through their Creation & Presentation program. Funds from the grant will support the continued development and presentation of outstanding music, comedy, and theatre productions. Thrasher Opera House was recognized for its long-term financial health, increasing attendance, range of programming, and creative efforts to stimulate community interest. The awarding of this grant indicates that the Thrasher Opera House’s programming and community engagement provide the highest level of excellence. The Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) receives funding from the WI State Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts. WAB’s grants help to ensure that cultural resources like the Thrasher Opera House will continue to be integral to the quality of life in Wisconsin and to contribute to WI’s economic vitality. WAB’s Creation and Presentation grants provide artistic program and operational support to established nonprofit arts organizations whose primary mission is to create or present ongoing arts programming that makes a significant local, regional, or statewide impact on the cultural life of Wisconsin and that furthers the WAB’s community development and arts education goals. These grants help make the arts accessible to audiences large and small, assisting groups that undertake innovative programming, support creativity and artistic quality, engage their community, inspire curiosity, and focus on audience and patron development. Thrasher Opera House hosts over 50 events annually from global musical artists, comedians, and children’s theatre. In addition, Thrasher Opera House provides a gallery space for local artists and an Art Gallery Store with items created by area artisans. Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House. A charming, intimate, friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com Compulsive eaters and those suffering from compulsive food behaviors are invited to a new weekly meeting of Overeaters Anonymous beginning Tuesday, February 20th at 7 PM at the Parish of Saint Peter, 217 Houston Street in Ripon. Overeaters Anonymous is not a diet club. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop eating compulsively. OA views compulsive overeating as a physical, emotional, and spiritual disease that can be arrested but not cured. Members seek recovery on all three levels by following a Twelve Step program patterned after that of Alcoholics Anonymous. To find out more, go to oa.org Recovery ministry is a great priority in the Parish of Saint Peter’s mission. Hosting OA meetings extends this mission, keeping the church as a center for healing in the Ripon area. For information, email mandy@stpetersripon or call 920-748-2422. mandy@stpetersripon.com, 920.748.2422 Wisconsin Arts Board Awards Grant to Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (February 19, 2024) – Thrasher Opera House is pleased to announce it was awarded a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) through their Creation & Presentation program. Funds from the grant will support the continued development and presentation of outstanding music, comedy, and theatre productions. Thrasher Opera House was recognized for its long-term financial health, increasing attendance, range of programming, and creative efforts to stimulate community interest. The awarding of this grant indicates that the Thrasher Opera House’s programming and community engagement provide the highest level of excellence. The Wisconsin Arts Board (WAB) receives funding from the WI State Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts. WAB’s grants help to ensure that cultural resources like the Thrasher Opera House will continue to be integral to the quality of life in Wisconsin and to contribute to WI’s economic vitality. WAB’s Creation and Presentation grants provide artistic program and operational support to established nonprofit arts organizations whose primary mission is to create or present ongoing arts programming that makes a significant local, regional, or statewide impact on the cultural life of Wisconsin and that furthers the WAB’s community development and arts education goals. These grants help make the arts accessible to audiences large and small, assisting groups that undertake innovative programming, support creativity and artistic quality, engage their community, inspire curiosity, and focus on audience and patron development. Thrasher Opera House hosts over 50 events annually from global musical artists, comedians, and children’s theatre. In addition, Thrasher Opera House provides a gallery space for local artists and an Art Gallery Store with items created by area artisans. Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House. A charming, intimate, friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 22, 2024 CONTACT: Jason Mansmith920.294.4279jason@thrasheroperahouse.com GRAMMY Winners BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet to Perform at Thrasher Green Lake, Wis. (January 22, 2024) – For the past 50 years, BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet has been making some of the most potent and popular Cajun music on the planet. They return to the historic Thrasher Opera House on Friday, February 23, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet’s performance is supported by the Arts Midwest Gig fund, the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Tickets for the performance on February 23, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. are $30 and available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279 On Saturday, February 24, at 10 a.m., enjoy a special outreach opportunity with BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet for a questions and answer experience in French. This outreach will happen at the Caestecker Public Library at 518 Hill St., Green Lake. This tailored experience invites French students and community members to engage directly with the musicians, explore Cajun music’s profound connection to French culture, and enrich their cultural understanding. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to delve into the vibrant world of BeauSoleil and expand your musical appreciation! This event is free and open to the public. Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House—a charming, intimate, friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com Jason Mansmith he/him/his Thrasher Opera HouseMarketing Director P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 C: 920.295.2556 Cozy Mysteries featured in February! Ripon WI – Ripon Public Library celebrates National Mystery Month with “Cozies and Cookies!” Cozy mysteries – lighthearted with little to no violence – are featured throughout the month of February with special events, prizes, cookies, and a display. The month-long celebration is financially sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, in honor of their 100th year of service to the community! Throughout February, drop in to browse a delightful book display of the cozy mystery genre near the fireplace. Displayed books are available for check out or may enjoyed at the library. SAT FEB 3 | 10 AM—NOON | KICKOFF CELEBRATION! | TEENS & ADULTS Join us on Saturday, February 3, 10 AM- 12 PM for the kickoff celebration! Browse this diverse genre while enjoying cookies, warm beverages, and guest speakers. Enter to win book prizes and claim a free mug while supplies last! At 10:30 AM, guest speakers, aka local mystery buffs, offer excerpts, light literary analysis, favorite quips from their own favorites, and welcome discussion from attendees. Here’s a sneak peek at speakers and their focus. · Doug Northrop delves into Paige Shelton’s delightful Scottish Bookshop mystery series and the Edgar Award winning series, by David Handler, featuring the witty and dapper celebrity ghostwriter, Stewart Hoag. · Robin Woods discusses the famously exciting Sherlock Holmes mystery by Sir Conan Doyle, Hound of the Baskervilles, and brings in a bit of Agatha Christie’s renowned body of work, too. · Jeanne Williams delights with the highly entertaining and historically representative Jane Austen Mysteries series by Stephanie Barron. MONS FEB 5, 12, 19, 26 | 4-8 PM Monday evenings throughout February, enjoy cookies and warm beverages while exploring the “Cozies” display. Enter to win book prizes and a free mug while supplies last! Visit the library’s website or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for detailed information and the latest library news on programs and resources, or call a friendly librarian, 920-748-6160. Berlin Public Library March 2024 News & Programs Happy March from the Berlin Public Library! Read on to learn about events, programs, and services offered this month at the library. Some programs may require registration. Click below to view a complete list of March programs: Storytime: Every Wednesday at 10 am Tiny Tots: Stories and Songs First Friday of each month at 10 am For babies and toddlers *Taking place at the Head Start Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration at the Boys & Girls Club this month* Wednesday Evening Book Club: Meets the third Wednesday of the month at 6 pm Mystery Mondays Book Club: Meets the last Monday of the month at 2 pm Stitching Together Group: Knitting/crocheting/needlework group that meets the last Tuesday of the month at 2 pm Hours Mon-Thurs: 9 am – 8 pm Friday: 9 am – 6 pm Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm Sunday: Closed Holiday Hours Friday, March 29: 9 am – 12 pm Tax Forms Are Here! State and federal tax forms are available on the first floor of the library. Don’t see what you need? Let us know–we will print up to 10 pages worth of tax forms and instructions for free! Thursday, February 29 – Friday, March 1 Help us celebrate Leap Day as well as the end of our Winter Reading Challenge with a free Hot Cocoa Bar at the Library! Available while supplies last. Come view the quilts on display at our 9th Annual Quilt Show! This year’s theme is “Seasons.” Vote on your favorite quilt in different categories from March 11 through March 16. We will be giving prizes for quilts in 3 categories: Bed Quilts, Wall Hangings, and Best “Seasons” Quilt! Winners will be announced by March 19, but quilts will remain on display until March 22. We are still seeking submissions! If you would like to display a wall hanging or bed quilt in our show, please call us at 920-361-5420. Browse and buy from a selection of used books, DVDs, and other media. All sales will be a free will offering; you pay what you think is fair. The book sale will be set up on the mezzanine. All proceeds benefit the Berlin Public Library. Thank you for your support! The library is holding a Tiny Art Show in April, and we want to display your Tiny Art. Beginning March 13, pick up a Tiny Art Kit (includes a tiny canvas, paint brush, and paint–but feel free to use your own paint supplies). Create your tiny masterpiece at home and return it to the library by April 3. All ages are welcome to participate. Quantities are limited and kits will be given out on a first come, first served basis (limit one per person). Saturday, March 23 at 10 am Come to this free painting workshop and receive extra guidance on your Tiny Art piece from local artist Elissa Ewald! Extra canvases, paint brushes, and paint will be available, so bringing your kit is optional. Space is limited. Registration is required. Call 920-361-5420 to reserve your spot. Friday, March 15 at 1 pm Join us for a free showing of Wonka (rated PG), starring Timothée Chalamet and Hugh Grant. Friday, March 15 from 5 -7 pm Learn how play to the classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game with other beginners! Come learn how to create a character, what dice to roll when, how to properly throw a fireball, and other essential adventuring skills. If time permits, we will run through a short scenario at the end to try out your characters and newfound skills. Registration is requested. March 4 – 18 Leap in for Storytime! Join us for fun stories, songs, dances, crafts and activities! Geared towards ages 3-5. *Registration is requested.* All March Pick up an Easter Fun Kit to celebrate over spring break! The kit includes fun coloring pages, Easter activities, and more! No registration necessary, just pick up a kit at the front desk. One per child, while supplies last. All March Get festive for St. Paddy’s Day and paint a rainbow with skittles! An easy STEAM kit for families, ages 6+. No registration necessary, just pick up a kit at the front desk. One per family, while supplies last. Instantly read, listen, and watch with your Berlin Library card. Borrow free eBooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your library. Instantly borrow and stream movies free with your library card.om Stop by to checkout Really Loud Librarians, Wingspan, Dutch Blitz, Popdarts, Sagrada, or Mah Jongg! Skerryvore to Play Two Shows at Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (January 29, 2024) – Scottish band Skerryvore will perform two shows at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Thursday, February 29, and Friday March 01 at 7:30 p.m. The Thursday performance will be a seated show, and the Friday performance will be a standing show. The band members are made up of eight individuals who play various instruments, including accordion, bagpipes, guitar, drums, and fiddle. The band has a reputation for its energetic live performances, and they have played at numerous festivals and venues around the world. They have collaborated with other musicians and artists, including Sharon Shannon, Julie Fowlis, and Blazin’ Fiddles. In addition to their musical pursuits, Skerryvore is also involved in charitable work, and they have raised money for various organizations through their music. Skerryvore’s music brings people together and creates a sense of community. The band’s lyrics often touch on themes of love, loss, and the beauty of Scotland’s natural landscapes. They have been praised for their ability to blend traditional Scottish music with modern rock and pop influences, creating a unique sound that appeals to a wide range of audiences. Overall, Skerryvore has established itself as one of Scotland’s most exciting and innovative musical acts, and they continue to inspire and entertain fans around the world. Adams Rib, Elite Marble, Jankowski Construction, and Michael and Aileen Ellis sponsor Skerryvore’s performances. Tickets for the performances are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279. This event is supported in part by a grant from the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation and the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts. Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House. A charming, intimate, friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com
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Cattail Critters Event Name: Winnebago Waterways Farmer Roundtable Event Location: Mastricola’s On Broadway, Berlin, WI Event Date: 02.15.2024 Start & End Time: 10am-3pm Event Details: The Winnebago Waterways Farmer Roundtable is an opportunity for farmers to learn from other farmers about their challenges and successes in implementing conservation soil health practices here in the Winnebago Waterways area. Registration closes 02/07/2024. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Website: https://fwwa.org/2023/12/15/2024farmerroundtable/Phone Number: (920)-840-0104Email: tim@fwwa.org Ripon High School Drama Club Announces Performances of “Into the Woods”
Event Name: Winnebago Waterways Farmer Roundtable Event Location: Mastricola’s On Broadway, Berlin, WI Event Date: 02.15.2024 Start & End Time: 10am-3pm Event Details: The Winnebago Waterways Farmer Roundtable is an opportunity for farmers to learn from other farmers about their challenges and successes in implementing conservation soil health practices here in the Winnebago Waterways area. Registration closes 02/07/2024. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Website: https://fwwa.org/2023/12/15/2024farmerroundtable/Phone Number: (920)-840-0104Email: tim@fwwa.org Ripon High School Drama Club Announces Performances of “Into the Woods”
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Friday Matinee Digitization Service: Preserve Your Memories Ripon High School Drama Club Announces Performances of “Into the Woods”
Ripon High School Drama Club Announces Performances of “Into the Woods”
Ripon High School Drama Club Announces Performances of “Into the Woods”
the stage at the historic Thrasher Opera House in Downtown Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Saturday night,
February 17, at 7:30 p.m. Porter has been touring solo and with ensembles of different sizes and shapes
for over 30 years now. Porter continues a musical and personal odyssey spanning over two decades, 11
albums, and multiple continents. His journey has been defined by an inquisitive love for humanity and
the language that describes what we all hold to be true. Porter’s songs weave a universal perspective
about human existence’s questions, struggles, and triumphs. His live shows are guitar-driven grit, soul,
silence, and muscle– at times electrifying, dynamic, and unique in the way that Porter’s voice blends and
fuses with his fretwork. A largely self-taught musician, Porter began treating audiences to his brand of
guitar playing and wry storytelling in the late ’80s while living in Madison, Wisconsin. In 1990, he
released his first full-length independent album, The Trees Have Soul, and his touring life has flowed
steadily ever since. Porter has logged millions of miles across America, Canada, the UK, and Europe
touring solo, as well as with various incarnations of the Willy Porter Band and in support of artists like
Tori Amos, Paul Simon, Jethro Tull, Sting, and Jeff Beck. The show will also feature opener Carisa.
Adam’s Rib of Green Lake generously sponsors the Willy Porter show.
Tickets for Willy Porter are $25 and available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling
920.294.4279
Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a
community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House. A charming, intimate,
friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of
Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.comRipon High School Drama Club Announces Performances of “Into the Woods”
Ripon High School Drama Club Announces Performances of “Into the Woods”
the stage at the historic Thrasher Opera House in Downtown Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Saturday night,
February 17, at 7:30 p.m. Porter has been touring solo and with ensembles of different sizes and shapes
for over 30 years now. Porter continues a musical and personal odyssey spanning over two decades, 11
albums, and multiple continents. His journey has been defined by an inquisitive love for humanity and
the language that describes what we all hold to be true. Porter’s songs weave a universal perspective
about human existence’s questions, struggles, and triumphs. His live shows are guitar-driven grit, soul,
silence, and muscle– at times electrifying, dynamic, and unique in the way that Porter’s voice blends and
fuses with his fretwork. A largely self-taught musician, Porter began treating audiences to his brand of
guitar playing and wry storytelling in the late ’80s while living in Madison, Wisconsin. In 1990, he
released his first full-length independent album, The Trees Have Soul, and his touring life has flowed
steadily ever since. Porter has logged millions of miles across America, Canada, the UK, and Europe
touring solo, as well as with various incarnations of the Willy Porter Band and in support of artists like
Tori Amos, Paul Simon, Jethro Tull, Sting, and Jeff Beck. The show will also feature opener Carisa.
Adam’s Rib of Green Lake generously sponsors the Willy Porter show.
Tickets for Willy Porter are $25 and available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling
920.294.4279
Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a
community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House. A charming, intimate,
friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of
Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.comEvent Name: Local Letters of Encouragement – Letter Writing Event Event Location: The Parish of Saint Peter, 217 Houston Street, Ripon Event Date: 02.18.2024 Start & End Time: 12 -1 PM Event Details: Inspired by the global mission of The World Needs More Love Letters organization, the Parish of Saint Peter is seeking requests for letters of encouragement to local residents who are experiencing a tough time due to illness, loneliness, loss, grief, bullying, etc. Nominate a loved one to receive a bundle of handwritten letters of encouragement by submitting a brief description of who your nominee is, what they mean to you, and an explanation of their situation, along with your contact information to the parish office at mandy@stpetersripon.com or by mail to 217 Houston Street, Ripon, WI Attn: Mandy Sprague. Two letter-writing gatherings, open to the public, will be held on February 18th and March 24th at noon. A continental breakfast will be served to enjoy in fellowship as letters of encouragement are crafted and bundled. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Contact: Mandy Sprague, Lay Minister for Growth & Development Event Name: Overeaters Anonymous Interest Meeting Event Location: The Parish of Saint Peter, 217 Houston Street, Ripon Event Date: 02.20.2024 Start & End Time: 7 – 8 PM Event Details: A meeting could save a life. Is food a problem? OA can help. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Contact: Mandy Sprague, Lay Minister for Growth & Development View our Newsletter Regular Programs Winter Reading Challenge
Thank you to all who participated in our Leap Into Reading Winter Reading Challenge! Together, we’ve read 82,300 minutes (so far). All who completed 1,000 minutes of reading will have their overdue fines wiped from their accounts. Prize drawing winners will be notified soon! Leap Day Hot Cocoa Bar 9th Annual Quilt Show
March 11 – 22 Friends of the Library Spring Book Sale
Begins Monday, March 11 at noon and continues through Saturday, March 23 Tiny Art Show Returns!
Kit Pick-Up Begins Wednesday March 13 Tiny Art Workshop Adult Programs
Friday Matinee Intro to Dungeons & Dragons RSVP Here! Slide/film Digitization Come in anytime between March 4 – 18 (or call ahead to reserve a 2-hour time slot in advance) to use our Kodak Scanza Digital Film & Slide Scanner and convert your slides and film into digital photographs. Bring your own SD card and/or USB drive. USB drives are available for sale at the library for $2.50.
Youth & Family Programs
Storytime
Wednesdays at 10 am
Easter Fun Kit DIY STEAM Kit – Paint the Rainbow Free 24/7 Access to eBooks, Audiobooks, & More!
Hoopla Libby Kanopy!
Try Kanopy Today! Featured Collection
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