Chatham Rabbits Performance at Thrasher Postponed Due to Weather
Green Lake, Wis. (April 02, 2024) – We are sorry to inform you that the Chatham Rabbits performance at Thrasher Opera House on Friday, April 5, 2024, will need to be rescheduled for a future date. We received word from the band’s agent this morning that their travel plans take them right through the inclement weather on their way to the Midwest. They are working to reschedule their entire Midwest tour now, and we will let you know as soon as a new date has been confirmed.
Please let us know if you’d like to:
A) Hold on to your tickets and wait for the new date to be announced
B) Exchange your tickets for another show at Thrasher
C) Donate the value of your tickets back to TOH
D) Get a refund
Please let us know your decision by Friday! If we don’t hear from you, we’ll assume you’re keeping your tickets for the new date
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 or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram.
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Jason Mansmith he/him/his
Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Chatham Rabbits Performance at Thrasher Postponed Due to Weather
Green Lake, Wis. (April 02, 2024) – We are sorry to inform you that the Chatham Rabbits performance at Thrasher Opera House on Friday, April 5, 2024, will need to be rescheduled for a future date. We received word from the band’s agent this morning that their travel plans take them right through the inclement weather on their way to the Midwest. They are working to reschedule their entire Midwest tour now, and we will let you know as soon as a new date has been confirmed.
Please let us know if you’d like to:
A) Hold on to your tickets and wait for the new date to be announced
B) Exchange your tickets for another show at Thrasher
C) Donate the value of your tickets back to TOH
D) Get a refund
Please let us know your decision by Friday! If we don’t hear from you, we’ll assume you’re keeping your tickets for the new date
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 or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram.
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Jason Mansmith he/him/his
Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Happy April 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 April programs:
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
The Winnefox Mobile App has been restored and is available to download from the Apple and Google Play Store.
National Library Week
April 7 -13
In our always-online world, libraries give us a green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and focus on what matters most. No matter where you find yourself on your journey—preparing for a new career, launching a business, or raising a family—your library provides an inclusive and supportive community where everyone belongs.
Stop in at the Berlin Public Library for fun freebies and treats all week long!
Tiny Art Show
April 8 – 30
Stop by the display case on the 1st floor of the library to enjoy the miniature masterpieces submitted by talented artists of all ages in our community!
National Poetry Month
Drop-in Poetry Activities Available All Month Long
Poem in Your Pocket: Pick a poem from the jar to keep in your pocket and share with others
Blackout Poetry: Upcycle book pages into poetic works of art
Magnetic Poetry: Create a temporary poem of magnetic word tiles
Better Poetry Better Life Workshop
Thursday, April 11 at 6 pm
Join local poets William Gillard and Thomas Cannon in celebrating National Poetry Month at the Berlin Public Library with an interactive poetry workshop! Attendees will enjoy creating poetry toolboxes filled with rhythm, meter, rhyme, tone, line breaks, fixed forms, and various other helpful tools to enhance our writing. Participants will have the opportunity to write poems, share them with the group, and engage in discussions on refining our poems to maximize their impact. Open to all, no registration required.
Other Programs
Friday Matinee
Friday, April 12 at 1 pm
Join us for a free showing of the 2023 musical drama, The Color Purple (rated PG-13).
Monarchs and Milkweed: 4-H Cloverbud Workshop
Thursday, April 18 at 6 pm
Join 4-H Program Educator Brandon Springer to learn how to help your local butterflies flourish. Make Milkweed Seed Bombs, read a Monarch Story, and make Monarch Squish Paintings. For grades K-2nd. *Registration is required. Call the library or email brandon.springer@wisc.edu to sign up!*
Plant Swap
May 6 – 11
Add some variety to your garden or home this spring. Bring in a houseplant or dig up and separate part of a plant from your garden and bring it (potted or in a plastic bag) to the library to exchange it for something different. Please label your plant. One exchange per plant– Bring a plant, take a plant.
Free 24/7 Access to eBooks, Audiobooks, & More!
Hoopla
Instantly read, listen, and watch with your Berlin Library card.
Libby
Borrow free eBooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your library.
Kanopy!
Instantly borrow and stream movies free with your library card.om
Celebrate National Poetry Month, which is coming up in April, by reading classic and contemporary poems or listening to some poets reading their own works!
Chatham Rabbits Performance at Thrasher Postponed Due to Weather
Green Lake, Wis. (April 02, 2024) – We are sorry to inform you that the Chatham Rabbits performance at Thrasher Opera House on Friday, April 5, 2024, will need to be rescheduled for a future date. We received word from the band’s agent this morning that their travel plans take them right through the inclement weather on their way to the Midwest. They are working to reschedule their entire Midwest tour now, and we will let you know as soon as a new date has been confirmed.
Please let us know if you’d like to:
A) Hold on to your tickets and wait for the new date to be announced
B) Exchange your tickets for another show at Thrasher
C) Donate the value of your tickets back to TOH
D) Get a refund
Please let us know your decision by Friday! If we don’t hear from you, we’ll assume you’re keeping your tickets for the new date
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 or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram.
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Jason Mansmith he/him/his
Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Chatham Rabbits Performance at Thrasher Postponed Due to Weather
Green Lake, Wis. (April 02, 2024) – We are sorry to inform you that the Chatham Rabbits performance at Thrasher Opera House on Friday, April 5, 2024, will need to be rescheduled for a future date. We received word from the band’s agent this morning that their travel plans take them right through the inclement weather on their way to the Midwest. They are working to reschedule their entire Midwest tour now, and we will let you know as soon as a new date has been confirmed.
Please let us know if you’d like to:
A) Hold on to your tickets and wait for the new date to be announced
B) Exchange your tickets for another show at Thrasher
C) Donate the value of your tickets back to TOH
D) Get a refund
Please let us know your decision by Friday! If we don’t hear from you, we’ll assume you’re keeping your tickets for the new date
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 or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram.
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Jason Mansmith he/him/his
Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
In this lyrical, atmospheric interpretation of Peter Pan, Jeremy Bloom strips the familiar story down to its emotional essence. Peter lures Wendy away from her nursery to the magical world of Neverland, where she joins his adventures with Tinker Bell, Tiger Lily, and the menacing Captain Hook. A low-tech, inventive adaptation that pays homage to the darker themes of J. M. Barrie’s original, Peter/Wendy will mesmerize audiences of all ages. Bring your imagination and your happy thoughts. Not recommended for children under 6.
In this lyrical, atmospheric interpretation of Peter Pan, Jeremy Bloom strips the familiar story down to its emotional essence. Peter lures Wendy away from her nursery to the magical world of Neverland, where she joins his adventures with Tinker Bell, Tiger Lily, and the menacing Captain Hook. A low-tech, inventive adaptation that pays homage to the darker themes of J. M. Barrie’s original, Peter/Wendy will mesmerize audiences of all ages. Bring your imagination and your happy thoughts. Not recommended for children under 6.
Eats for the Arts to Happen April 07-13 Throughout Green Lake Area
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Sunday, April 07, and continue through Saturday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! Thrasher Opera House Director of Development Katie Menting said, “Eats for the Arts offers diners the chance to enjoy exceptional service and ambiance. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a business dinner, our participating restaurants provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of the restaurants and their guests.”
Participating establishments in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:
Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI AJ’s Riverside – Berlin, WI Fox & Crow Bistro – Ripon, WI Goose Blind Grill & Bar – Green Lake, WI Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI (J’s BBQ) The Pit Stop – Ripon, WI Murphy’s On Green – Green Lake, WI Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI The Public House – Ripon, WI Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – 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.
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Eats for the Arts to Happen April 07-13 Throughout Green Lake Area
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Sunday, April 07, and continue through Saturday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! Thrasher Opera House Director of Development Katie Menting said, “Eats for the Arts offers diners the chance to enjoy exceptional service and ambiance. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a business dinner, our participating restaurants provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of the restaurants and their guests.”
Participating establishments in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:
Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI AJ’s Riverside – Berlin, WI Fox & Crow Bistro – Ripon, WI Goose Blind Grill & Bar – Green Lake, WI Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI (J’s BBQ) The Pit Stop – Ripon, WI Murphy’s On Green – Green Lake, WI Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI The Public House – Ripon, WI Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – 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.
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Happy April 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 April programs:
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
The Winnefox Mobile App has been restored and is available to download from the Apple and Google Play Store.
National Library Week
April 7 -13
In our always-online world, libraries give us a green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and focus on what matters most. No matter where you find yourself on your journey—preparing for a new career, launching a business, or raising a family—your library provides an inclusive and supportive community where everyone belongs.
Stop in at the Berlin Public Library for fun freebies and treats all week long!
Tiny Art Show
April 8 – 30
Stop by the display case on the 1st floor of the library to enjoy the miniature masterpieces submitted by talented artists of all ages in our community!
National Poetry Month
Drop-in Poetry Activities Available All Month Long
Poem in Your Pocket: Pick a poem from the jar to keep in your pocket and share with others
Blackout Poetry: Upcycle book pages into poetic works of art
Magnetic Poetry: Create a temporary poem of magnetic word tiles
Better Poetry Better Life Workshop
Thursday, April 11 at 6 pm
Join local poets William Gillard and Thomas Cannon in celebrating National Poetry Month at the Berlin Public Library with an interactive poetry workshop! Attendees will enjoy creating poetry toolboxes filled with rhythm, meter, rhyme, tone, line breaks, fixed forms, and various other helpful tools to enhance our writing. Participants will have the opportunity to write poems, share them with the group, and engage in discussions on refining our poems to maximize their impact. Open to all, no registration required.
Other Programs
Friday Matinee
Friday, April 12 at 1 pm
Join us for a free showing of the 2023 musical drama, The Color Purple (rated PG-13).
Monarchs and Milkweed: 4-H Cloverbud Workshop
Thursday, April 18 at 6 pm
Join 4-H Program Educator Brandon Springer to learn how to help your local butterflies flourish. Make Milkweed Seed Bombs, read a Monarch Story, and make Monarch Squish Paintings. For grades K-2nd. *Registration is required. Call the library or email brandon.springer@wisc.edu to sign up!*
Plant Swap
May 6 – 11
Add some variety to your garden or home this spring. Bring in a houseplant or dig up and separate part of a plant from your garden and bring it (potted or in a plastic bag) to the library to exchange it for something different. Please label your plant. One exchange per plant– Bring a plant, take a plant.
Free 24/7 Access to eBooks, Audiobooks, & More!
Hoopla
Instantly read, listen, and watch with your Berlin Library card.
Libby
Borrow free eBooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your library.
Kanopy!
Instantly borrow and stream movies free with your library card.om
Celebrate National Poetry Month, which is coming up in April, by reading classic and contemporary poems or listening to some poets reading their own works!
Eats for the Arts to Happen April 07-13 Throughout Green Lake Area
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Sunday, April 07, and continue through Saturday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! Thrasher Opera House Director of Development Katie Menting said, “Eats for the Arts offers diners the chance to enjoy exceptional service and ambiance. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a business dinner, our participating restaurants provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of the restaurants and their guests.”
Participating establishments in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:
Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI AJ’s Riverside – Berlin, WI Fox & Crow Bistro – Ripon, WI Goose Blind Grill & Bar – Green Lake, WI Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI (J’s BBQ) The Pit Stop – Ripon, WI Murphy’s On Green – Green Lake, WI Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI The Public House – Ripon, WI Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – 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.
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Eats for the Arts to Happen April 07-13 Throughout Green Lake Area
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Sunday, April 07, and continue through Saturday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! Thrasher Opera House Director of Development Katie Menting said, “Eats for the Arts offers diners the chance to enjoy exceptional service and ambiance. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a business dinner, our participating restaurants provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of the restaurants and their guests.”
Participating establishments in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:
Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI AJ’s Riverside – Berlin, WI Fox & Crow Bistro – Ripon, WI Goose Blind Grill & Bar – Green Lake, WI Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI (J’s BBQ) The Pit Stop – Ripon, WI Murphy’s On Green – Green Lake, WI Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI The Public House – Ripon, WI Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – 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.
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Eats for the Arts to Happen April 07-13 Throughout Green Lake Area
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Sunday, April 07, and continue through Saturday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! Thrasher Opera House Director of Development Katie Menting said, “Eats for the Arts offers diners the chance to enjoy exceptional service and ambiance. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a business dinner, our participating restaurants provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of the restaurants and their guests.”
Participating establishments in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:
Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI AJ’s Riverside – Berlin, WI Fox & Crow Bistro – Ripon, WI Goose Blind Grill & Bar – Green Lake, WI Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI (J’s BBQ) The Pit Stop – Ripon, WI Murphy’s On Green – Green Lake, WI Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI The Public House – Ripon, WI Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – 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.
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Eats for the Arts to Happen April 07-13 Throughout Green Lake Area
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Sunday, April 07, and continue through Saturday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! Thrasher Opera House Director of Development Katie Menting said, “Eats for the Arts offers diners the chance to enjoy exceptional service and ambiance. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a business dinner, our participating restaurants provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of the restaurants and their guests.”
Participating establishments in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:
Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI AJ’s Riverside – Berlin, WI Fox & Crow Bistro – Ripon, WI Goose Blind Grill & Bar – Green Lake, WI Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI (J’s BBQ) The Pit Stop – Ripon, WI Murphy’s On Green – Green Lake, WI Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI The Public House – Ripon, WI Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – 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.
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
Eats for the Arts to Happen April 07-13 Throughout Green Lake Area
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Sunday, April 07, and continue through Saturday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! Thrasher Opera House Director of Development Katie Menting said, “Eats for the Arts offers diners the chance to enjoy exceptional service and ambiance. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a business dinner, our participating restaurants provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of the restaurants and their guests.”
Participating establishments in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:
Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI AJ’s Riverside – Berlin, WI Fox & Crow Bistro – Ripon, WI Goose Blind Grill & Bar – Green Lake, WI Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI (J’s BBQ) The Pit Stop – Ripon, WI Murphy’s On Green – Green Lake, WI Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI The Public House – Ripon, WI Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – 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.
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
$9.00 all you can eat soups and chili. To Go bowls available if you do not wish to eat in. Various desserts will also be available with the meal. Drinks include water, milk, coffee, soda and beer.
How to get more details (Website/Phone Number):
Less Achtenberg – 920-410-4142 ( in charge) or Jerry ott 920-570-1043.
Calling all artists! The Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon College Circle K clubs are pleased to announce, as part of the yearlong 100th anniversary celebration of Noon Kiwanis, an open Community Art Show. The show will be held in the Ripon High School commons on Saturday, April 13th, from 5:30-7:00 PM.
This show is open to ages from Kindergarten through Adult and is free for all who enter. The entry form can be found on social media posts from Noon Kiwanis and Circle K, on the Noon Kiwanis website: https://forms.gle/JrpP9fiGUdFQsVo66. Photo of submissions need to be uploaded via the form by midnight, April 5th to be included with the Art Show.
Entries will be displayed by age category:
Participant levels are: K-2, 3-5, MS-HS, College-Adult Artwork to be shown may include: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Pottery, Fiber
Judging will be held with local artists doing the adjudicating.
Certificates and prizes could be awarded, based on the judge’s scoring. Criteria will be age level appropriate. For more details please go to: https://riponnoonkiwanis.org/april-communityart-show.
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About Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon College Circle K. Ripon Noon Kiwanis is celebrating their 100th year of serving the children of our community, nation and world. The current president is Gary Rodman. Look for more monthly celebrations to come!
Ripon College Circle K is a Kiwanis sponsored, student lead service group of 25+ members. They hold various service activities throughout the academic year. The current president is Maggie Searles.
Calling all artists! The Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon College Circle K clubs are pleased to announce, as part of the yearlong 100th anniversary celebration of Noon Kiwanis, an open Community Art Show. The show will be held in the Ripon High School commons on Saturday, April 13th, from 5:30-7:00 PM.
This show is open to ages from Kindergarten through Adult and is free for all who enter. The entry form can be found on social media posts from Noon Kiwanis and Circle K, on the Noon Kiwanis website: https://forms.gle/JrpP9fiGUdFQsVo66. Photo of submissions need to be uploaded via the form by midnight, April 5th to be included with the Art Show.
Entries will be displayed by age category:
Participant levels are: K-2, 3-5, MS-HS, College-Adult Artwork to be shown may include: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Pottery, Fiber
Judging will be held with local artists doing the adjudicating.
Certificates and prizes could be awarded, based on the judge’s scoring. Criteria will be age level appropriate.
For more details please go to: https://riponnoonkiwanis.org/april-community-art-show.
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About Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon College Circle K. Ripon Noon Kiwanis is celebrating their 100th year of serving the children of our community, nation and world. The current president is Gary Rodman. Look for more monthly celebrations to come!
Ripon College Circle K is a Kiwanis sponsored, student lead service group of 25+ members. They hold various service activities throughout the academic year. The current president is Maggie Searles.
Eats for the Arts to Happen April 07-13 Throughout Green Lake Area
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Sunday, April 07, and continue through Saturday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! Thrasher Opera House Director of Development Katie Menting said, “Eats for the Arts offers diners the chance to enjoy exceptional service and ambiance. Whether you’re planning a romantic evening, a gathering with friends, or a business dinner, our participating restaurants provide the perfect setting for any occasion. We are incredibly thankful for the generosity of the restaurants and their guests.”
Participating establishments in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:
Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI AJ’s Riverside – Berlin, WI Fox & Crow Bistro – Ripon, WI Goose Blind Grill & Bar – Green Lake, WI Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI (J’s BBQ) The Pit Stop – Ripon, WI Murphy’s On Green – Green Lake, WI Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI The Public House – Ripon, WI Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – 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.
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
$9.00 all you can eat soups and chili. To Go bowls available if you do not wish to eat in. Various desserts will also be available with the meal. Drinks include water, milk, coffee, soda and beer.
How to get more details (Website/Phone Number):
Less Achtenberg – 920-410-4142 ( in charge) or Jerry ott 920-570-1043.
Calling all artists! The Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon College Circle K clubs are pleased to announce, as part of the yearlong 100th anniversary celebration of Noon Kiwanis, an open Community Art Show. The show will be held in the Ripon High School commons on Saturday, April 13th, from 5:30-7:00 PM.
This show is open to ages from Kindergarten through Adult and is free for all who enter. The entry form can be found on social media posts from Noon Kiwanis and Circle K, on the Noon Kiwanis website: https://forms.gle/JrpP9fiGUdFQsVo66. Photo of submissions need to be uploaded via the form by midnight, April 5th to be included with the Art Show.
Entries will be displayed by age category:
Participant levels are: K-2, 3-5, MS-HS, College-Adult Artwork to be shown may include: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Pottery, Fiber
Judging will be held with local artists doing the adjudicating.
Certificates and prizes could be awarded, based on the judge’s scoring. Criteria will be age level appropriate. For more details please go to: https://riponnoonkiwanis.org/april-communityart-show.
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About Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon College Circle K. Ripon Noon Kiwanis is celebrating their 100th year of serving the children of our community, nation and world. The current president is Gary Rodman. Look for more monthly celebrations to come!
Ripon College Circle K is a Kiwanis sponsored, student lead service group of 25+ members. They hold various service activities throughout the academic year. The current president is Maggie Searles.
Calling all artists! The Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon College Circle K clubs are pleased to announce, as part of the yearlong 100th anniversary celebration of Noon Kiwanis, an open Community Art Show. The show will be held in the Ripon High School commons on Saturday, April 13th, from 5:30-7:00 PM.
This show is open to ages from Kindergarten through Adult and is free for all who enter. The entry form can be found on social media posts from Noon Kiwanis and Circle K, on the Noon Kiwanis website: https://forms.gle/JrpP9fiGUdFQsVo66. Photo of submissions need to be uploaded via the form by midnight, April 5th to be included with the Art Show.
Entries will be displayed by age category:
Participant levels are: K-2, 3-5, MS-HS, College-Adult Artwork to be shown may include: Drawing, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Pottery, Fiber
Judging will be held with local artists doing the adjudicating.
Certificates and prizes could be awarded, based on the judge’s scoring. Criteria will be age level appropriate.
For more details please go to: https://riponnoonkiwanis.org/april-community-art-show.
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About Ripon Noon Kiwanis and Ripon College Circle K. Ripon Noon Kiwanis is celebrating their 100th year of serving the children of our community, nation and world. The current president is Gary Rodman. Look for more monthly celebrations to come!
Ripon College Circle K is a Kiwanis sponsored, student lead service group of 25+ members. They hold various service activities throughout the academic year. The current president is Maggie Searles.
The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) will be holding open auditions for their original spring play, “Blue Ribbons.” Tryouts will run on Sunday, April 14th, from 2-4pm; and Tuesday, April 16th, from 6:30-8:30pm, in the fellowship hall of the First Congregational Church (220 Ransom St, Ripon).
Pies, family, and more pies. What could be better than that? Why, winning the coveted blue ribbon at the annual town fair, obviously. For the last 20 years, Anne Cross and Deloris Doyle have done exactly that. It is now the twenty-first year of their not-so-friendly competition, and the two women stand tied with ten wins apiece. Their feud has become the stuff of town legend. Yet, their antics continue to take a toll on their families and community at large. Now, as Anne and Deloris square off for this year’s contest, the eccentric pie judges, scheming town board members and hapless families all become entangled in one last battle for the blue ribbon.
There are 6 major speaking roles; 2 females & 2 males (ages 40+); and 1 male and 1 female (ages 20+) There are also secondary and ensemble roles ranging from ages 16-100. Backstage crew roles are also open to the community. Performances are May 31st-June 2nd.
The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis.
Happy April 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 April programs:
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
The Winnefox Mobile App has been restored and is available to download from the Apple and Google Play Store.
National Library Week
April 7 -13
In our always-online world, libraries give us a green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and focus on what matters most. No matter where you find yourself on your journey—preparing for a new career, launching a business, or raising a family—your library provides an inclusive and supportive community where everyone belongs.
Stop in at the Berlin Public Library for fun freebies and treats all week long!
Tiny Art Show
April 8 – 30
Stop by the display case on the 1st floor of the library to enjoy the miniature masterpieces submitted by talented artists of all ages in our community!
National Poetry Month
Drop-in Poetry Activities Available All Month Long
Poem in Your Pocket: Pick a poem from the jar to keep in your pocket and share with others
Blackout Poetry: Upcycle book pages into poetic works of art
Magnetic Poetry: Create a temporary poem of magnetic word tiles
Better Poetry Better Life Workshop
Thursday, April 11 at 6 pm
Join local poets William Gillard and Thomas Cannon in celebrating National Poetry Month at the Berlin Public Library with an interactive poetry workshop! Attendees will enjoy creating poetry toolboxes filled with rhythm, meter, rhyme, tone, line breaks, fixed forms, and various other helpful tools to enhance our writing. Participants will have the opportunity to write poems, share them with the group, and engage in discussions on refining our poems to maximize their impact. Open to all, no registration required.
Other Programs
Friday Matinee
Friday, April 12 at 1 pm
Join us for a free showing of the 2023 musical drama, The Color Purple (rated PG-13).
Monarchs and Milkweed: 4-H Cloverbud Workshop
Thursday, April 18 at 6 pm
Join 4-H Program Educator Brandon Springer to learn how to help your local butterflies flourish. Make Milkweed Seed Bombs, read a Monarch Story, and make Monarch Squish Paintings. For grades K-2nd. *Registration is required. Call the library or email brandon.springer@wisc.edu to sign up!*
Plant Swap
May 6 – 11
Add some variety to your garden or home this spring. Bring in a houseplant or dig up and separate part of a plant from your garden and bring it (potted or in a plastic bag) to the library to exchange it for something different. Please label your plant. One exchange per plant– Bring a plant, take a plant.
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Celebrate National Poetry Month, which is coming up in April, by reading classic and contemporary poems or listening to some poets reading their own works!
The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) will be holding open auditions for their original spring play, “Blue Ribbons.” Tryouts will run on Sunday, April 14th, from 2-4pm; and Tuesday, April 16th, from 6:30-8:30pm, in the fellowship hall of the First Congregational Church (220 Ransom St, Ripon).
Pies, family, and more pies. What could be better than that? Why, winning the coveted blue ribbon at the annual town fair, obviously. For the last 20 years, Anne Cross and Deloris Doyle have done exactly that. It is now the twenty-first year of their not-so-friendly competition, and the two women stand tied with ten wins apiece. Their feud has become the stuff of town legend. Yet, their antics continue to take a toll on their families and community at large. Now, as Anne and Deloris square off for this year’s contest, the eccentric pie judges, scheming town board members and hapless families all become entangled in one last battle for the blue ribbon.
There are 6 major speaking roles; 2 females & 2 males (ages 40+); and 1 male and 1 female (ages 20+) There are also secondary and ensemble roles ranging from ages 16-100. Backstage crew roles are also open to the community. Performances are May 31st-June 2nd.
The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis.
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale, April 18 – April 20
Ripon, WI – The Friends of the Ripon Public Library will hold its Spring Used Book Sale from April 18th through 20th in the basement of the library at 120 Jefferson Street. Thousands of books have been donated since the Fall Sale and those in the Last Chance Room are priced at 50 cents and as low as 10 cents for children’s books. Featured displays this spring include “Honoring Those Who Served” (books about WWII, Korean War, Vietnam, and the war in the Middle East), “That’s Entertainment” (books about the music and movie business), a collection of Stephen King books, and “Birds, Butterflies, and Gardening.”
In the sale rooms shoppers will find both new releases and vintage editions for all ages, the usual huge selection of books for children, 100s of DVDs, and another large selection of 300-to-2000-piece jigsaw puzzles. The large collection of art books, Civil War history, Native American, coffee table books, and Wisconsin-themed volumes include beautiful new additions. Also available will be a large collection of recently donated local schoolbooks from the early 1900s.
Thursday, April 18: Book Sale open from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$3 entry fee. All are welcome, and members of the Friends receive $3 off admission OR one purchase made during the book sale. Join the Friends to receive this member benefit!
Friday, April 19: Book Sale open from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Free admission.
Saturday, April 20: Book Sale open 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Free admission. $3 grocery bag sale in the Last Chance Room – the Showroom is excluded.
Cash and checks will be accepted along with credit cards for purchases over $10.
The mission of the Friends is to promote and support public resources and community programs at the Ripon Public Library and proceeds from the sale are used to support this mission. In the past year the Friends have assisted with funding the digital hoopla service, summer reading programs for all ages, free craft classes, gaming events, providing a copier for public use, and more. The Friends also maintain a Book Stop Shop in the main lobby of the library throughout the year. Join the Friends or renew your membership at the library.
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale, April 18 – April 20
Ripon, WI – The Friends of the Ripon Public Library will hold its Spring Used Book Sale from April 18th through 20th in the basement of the library at 120 Jefferson Street. Thousands of books have been donated since the Fall Sale and those in the Last Chance Room are priced at 50 cents and as low as 10 cents for children’s books. Featured displays this spring include “Honoring Those Who Served” (books about WWII, Korean War, Vietnam, and the war in the Middle East), “That’s Entertainment” (books about the music and movie business), a collection of Stephen King books, and “Birds, Butterflies, and Gardening.”
In the sale rooms shoppers will find both new releases and vintage editions for all ages, the usual huge selection of books for children, 100s of DVDs, and another large selection of 300-to-2000-piece jigsaw puzzles. The large collection of art books, Civil War history, Native American, coffee table books, and Wisconsin-themed volumes include beautiful new additions. Also available will be a large collection of recently donated local schoolbooks from the early 1900s.
Thursday, April 18: Book Sale open from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$3 entry fee. All are welcome, and members of the Friends receive $3 off admission OR one purchase made during the book sale. Join the Friends to receive this member benefit!
Friday, April 19: Book Sale open from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Free admission.
Saturday, April 20: Book Sale open 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Free admission. $3 grocery bag sale in the Last Chance Room – the Showroom is excluded.
Cash and checks will be accepted along with credit cards for purchases over $10.
The mission of the Friends is to promote and support public resources and community programs at the Ripon Public Library and proceeds from the sale are used to support this mission. In the past year the Friends have assisted with funding the digital hoopla service, summer reading programs for all ages, free craft classes, gaming events, providing a copier for public use, and more. The Friends also maintain a Book Stop Shop in the main lobby of the library throughout the year. Join the Friends or renew your membership at the library.
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale, April 18 – April 20
Ripon, WI – The Friends of the Ripon Public Library will hold its Spring Used Book Sale from April 18th through 20th in the basement of the library at 120 Jefferson Street. Thousands of books have been donated since the Fall Sale and those in the Last Chance Room are priced at 50 cents and as low as 10 cents for children’s books. Featured displays this spring include “Honoring Those Who Served” (books about WWII, Korean War, Vietnam, and the war in the Middle East), “That’s Entertainment” (books about the music and movie business), a collection of Stephen King books, and “Birds, Butterflies, and Gardening.”
In the sale rooms shoppers will find both new releases and vintage editions for all ages, the usual huge selection of books for children, 100s of DVDs, and another large selection of 300-to-2000-piece jigsaw puzzles. The large collection of art books, Civil War history, Native American, coffee table books, and Wisconsin-themed volumes include beautiful new additions. Also available will be a large collection of recently donated local schoolbooks from the early 1900s.
Thursday, April 18: Book Sale open from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$3 entry fee. All are welcome, and members of the Friends receive $3 off admission OR one purchase made during the book sale. Join the Friends to receive this member benefit!
Friday, April 19: Book Sale open from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Free admission.
Saturday, April 20: Book Sale open 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Free admission. $3 grocery bag sale in the Last Chance Room – the Showroom is excluded.
Cash and checks will be accepted along with credit cards for purchases over $10.
The mission of the Friends is to promote and support public resources and community programs at the Ripon Public Library and proceeds from the sale are used to support this mission. In the past year the Friends have assisted with funding the digital hoopla service, summer reading programs for all ages, free craft classes, gaming events, providing a copier for public use, and more. The Friends also maintain a Book Stop Shop in the main lobby of the library throughout the year. Join the Friends or renew your membership at the library.
Please come & support Omro’s American Legion Auxiliary Veteran Fundraiser. Browse their indoor craft, rummage and vendor market, on Saturday, April 20th, 8 to 4, by city hall (in the OLD Piggly Wiggly building). There will be food trucks too, so come hungry!
The Waushara County 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Association will be having a brat fry this Saturday, April 20th at Stoneridge Piggly Wiggly in Wautoma from 10:30-2 pm. Here is the event link on Facebook. https://fb.me/e/3wviCllKw. Any help spreading the word would be great. Thank you
Peniel Welsh Chapel W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh, WI 54904
Event Date:
04.20.2024
Start & End Time:
6:00PM-7:30PM
Event Details:
Come and listen to the delightful voices of the New Generation Singers of the Central Wisconsin Christian School of Waupun as they perform in the historic Peniel Welsh Chapel,W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh, WI54904. The program begins at 6:00PM. The concert is free. A free-will offering will be taken. Refreshments follow the concert.
How to get more details (Website/Phone Number):
For more information visit www.wggaw.org or call Tom White at 920-922-9424 or email tjwhite65@charter.net
Friends of the Library Used Book Sale, April 18 – April 20
Ripon, WI – The Friends of the Ripon Public Library will hold its Spring Used Book Sale from April 18th through 20th in the basement of the library at 120 Jefferson Street. Thousands of books have been donated since the Fall Sale and those in the Last Chance Room are priced at 50 cents and as low as 10 cents for children’s books. Featured displays this spring include “Honoring Those Who Served” (books about WWII, Korean War, Vietnam, and the war in the Middle East), “That’s Entertainment” (books about the music and movie business), a collection of Stephen King books, and “Birds, Butterflies, and Gardening.”
In the sale rooms shoppers will find both new releases and vintage editions for all ages, the usual huge selection of books for children, 100s of DVDs, and another large selection of 300-to-2000-piece jigsaw puzzles. The large collection of art books, Civil War history, Native American, coffee table books, and Wisconsin-themed volumes include beautiful new additions. Also available will be a large collection of recently donated local schoolbooks from the early 1900s.
Thursday, April 18: Book Sale open from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
$3 entry fee. All are welcome, and members of the Friends receive $3 off admission OR one purchase made during the book sale. Join the Friends to receive this member benefit!
Friday, April 19: Book Sale open from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Free admission.
Saturday, April 20: Book Sale open 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Free admission. $3 grocery bag sale in the Last Chance Room – the Showroom is excluded.
Cash and checks will be accepted along with credit cards for purchases over $10.
The mission of the Friends is to promote and support public resources and community programs at the Ripon Public Library and proceeds from the sale are used to support this mission. In the past year the Friends have assisted with funding the digital hoopla service, summer reading programs for all ages, free craft classes, gaming events, providing a copier for public use, and more. The Friends also maintain a Book Stop Shop in the main lobby of the library throughout the year. Join the Friends or renew your membership at the library.
Please come & support Omro’s American Legion Auxiliary Veteran Fundraiser. Browse their indoor craft, rummage and vendor market, on Saturday, April 20th, 8 to 4, by city hall (in the OLD Piggly Wiggly building). There will be food trucks too, so come hungry!
The Waushara County 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Association will be having a brat fry this Saturday, April 20th at Stoneridge Piggly Wiggly in Wautoma from 10:30-2 pm. Here is the event link on Facebook. https://fb.me/e/3wviCllKw. Any help spreading the word would be great. Thank you
Peniel Welsh Chapel W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh, WI 54904
Event Date:
04.20.2024
Start & End Time:
6:00PM-7:30PM
Event Details:
Come and listen to the delightful voices of the New Generation Singers of the Central Wisconsin Christian School of Waupun as they perform in the historic Peniel Welsh Chapel,W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh, WI54904. The program begins at 6:00PM. The concert is free. A free-will offering will be taken. Refreshments follow the concert.
How to get more details (Website/Phone Number):
For more information visit www.wggaw.org or call Tom White at 920-922-9424 or email tjwhite65@charter.net
We are looking for teams! You’re welcome to register solo, as a pair, or as a foursome. This will be an event that is focused on FUNdraising to support our mission! It is the mission of Collaborative Wellness to cultivate growth and wellness through connection with individuals, families, and organizations in our community. This event aims to support people of all ages and demographics in our community who seek mental health and/or substance use support. Your dollars go directly to funding services that are life saving and life changing. These services are not only offered to your family members, friends, neighbors, and coworkers, but also provide mental health support to those who work in various organizations that serve the most vulnerable populations. Our continued goal is to break down barriers to people accessing care. With your support, we can ALL make an impact! ___________________________________________________________________ Event: 18-Hole Fundraiser Golf Outing, Scramble. Lunch & Dinner Included. Raffles & Hole Prizes also on the docket! Date: Friday, August 16, 2024 Time: 10:30am Shotgun Start Dinner Time: 5:15pm BBQ Buffet opens Event Address: Oshkosh Country Club – 11 W Ripple Ave, Oshkosh WI 54902 Contact Lindsay at: (920) 659-6121 or lindsay@growingoak.net
Every day we are bombarded with phone calls, phony web sites, mailings and emails giving us “too good to be true” offers. In almost all cases they are too good to be true!
On Thursday, April 25 at 10:00 AM, Grace United Methodist Church will be hosting a panel made up of Officer Hendrickson and Grizz from the Wautoma Police Department; Barb Richter, Branch Manager of US Bank; Courtney Anclam, Senior Program Specialist of AARP; Michael Domke, Director of Consumer Protection with the Wisconsin Dept. of Ag and Consumer Protection; and Sharon Williams, a local resident who was the victim of a scam.
Each of the panelists will speak for 10 to 15 minutes. You will then have the opportunity to ask questions. This will be open to the public. We hope you are able to join us. Please come a little early to enjoy coffee and baked goodies from the Bread Bar in Coloma.
Grace United Methodist Church is just off of Highway 22 at the south end of Wautoma near the Senior Center. The address is N2133 Southgate Terrace.
Cellist and Ripon Native Sbowe, Returns to Thrasher on April 25
Green Lake, Wis. (March 18, 2024) – Sbowe, the solo project of Ripon native Rachel Icenogle, will be presented Thursday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. at Thrasher Opera House. Icenogle is a cellist and composer based in Calabria, Italy, originally from Ripon, Wisconsin – with a mind for new and interesting sounds. Sbowe aims to thrive in the scratchy, creaky, and whirly sounds the cello can make, layering musical textures in the groundwork for fables about insects and stories about human batteries.
Sbowe released new music entitled “Bat Hat” earlier this March.
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.
Tickets for the Sbowe performance on Thursday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. are $15 and are 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
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Jason Mansmith
he/him/his Thrasher Opera House Marketing Director
P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004
St Catherine of Siena Chicken Dinner Saturday, April 27, 2024 Starting at 4:30 pm Parish Hall & Activity Center 218 E Blossom St Ripon (Enter off of the lower parking lot, handicap accessible) Baked Chicken,Dressing, Potatoes, Gravy, and all the trimmings! Serving 4:30 pm until 6:30 pm (or gone) Prices: Adults $12.00, Child $6.00 (tickets discounted $1.00 if purchased by April 22nd) Tickets available thru the parish office. Drive Thru dinners available through the north door of the gym from 4:30 pm—5:30 pm Fun for the whole family Entertainment—J T Jazz will be performing during the event Silent Auction, Bake & Craft Sale Big Raffle
Announcer: Attention puzzle enthusiasts! Get ready to put your skills to the test at the Puzzle Palooza event hosted by Playground Pals. Join us on Sunday, April 28th, 2024, at Green Lake High School for an afternoon of fun and excitement that starts at 1pm and ends at 3pm! Gather your friends and family to form a team of up to four players. Registration is only $20 per player or $60 for a team of four. But hurry, space is limited to just 50 teams! Remember to sign up on our website at playgroundparkrevamp.com. Teams will have 150 minutes to complete the puzzle challenge and compete for fantastic prizes. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams. Plus, it’s all for a great cause! All proceeds from the Puzzle Palooza event will go towards the Playground Park Revamp project, helping to create a vibrant and inclusive community space for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss out on the fun! Mark your calendars for April 28th and join us at Green Lake High School for Puzzle Palooza. Visit our website playgroundparkrevamp.com for more information and to register your team today!
How to get more details (Website/Phone Number):
Visit our website, playgroundparkrevamp.com, for more information and to register your team today! Any further questions or concerns please contact our Project manager Amanda Castleberry 920-562-6649
120 Jefferson Street |Ripon WI 54971| 920-748-6160
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4/25/2024
Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its May lineup of events and offerings for all ages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted.
MON MAY 6 | 2PM | MONDAY MATINEE
In this newly released movie starring Jason Statham, one man’s brutal campaign for vengeance takes on national stakes after he is revealed to be a former operative of a powerful and clandestine organization known as “Beekeepers”. —Swank (2024 R 1h 45m)
SUN MAY 12 | 1-4PM | D&D and MORE! | AGES 11+
Join us for an afternoon of Dungeons and Dragons and other roleplaying games in which you immerse yourself in a world and character, problem-solve and collaborate with others! Beginners welcome. Recurs the second Sunday of each month.
WEDS MAY 1 & 8 | 10 AM | STORYTIME FOR KIDS & CAREGIVERS
Welcome to active learning and fun, where early literacy and STEM concepts come to life through stories, music, movement, and enrichment activities. It’s a happy place for kids and caregivers to learn and play. Stay and Play in the Romper Room after Storytime. This active space allows kids to release their excess energy and advance their physical skills all while supporting social connections for adults and children.
WED MAY 15 | 6-8 PM | GAME NIGHT | AGES 16 +
Calling all strategists, team players, and those who like to test their luck—enjoy an evening of tabletop board games! Staff will be on hand to teach and guide players through a variety of entertaining and easy-to-learn games with no experience necessary. Can’t make it? This recurring adult event (ages 16+) will be held in the Silver Creek Room on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
MON MAY 20 | 2PM | CLASSIC MOVIE MONDAY
Sean Connery stars as James Bond in this 1967 movie. The Japanese Secret Service must find and stop the true culprit of a series of space hijackings before war is provoked between Russia and the United States. —IMDB (1967 Rated PG 1h 57m)
MON MAY 20 | 6:30-7:30 PM | ADULT BOOK CLUB: The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter
by Hazel Gaynor
From The New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Came Home comes a historical novel inspired by true events, and the extraordinary female lighthouse keepers of the past two hundred years.
Books are available for check out prior to the discussion date. Stop at the library to get your copy. Join us in person or online for a lively discussion! Zoom link for online participation can be found on the library website.
SAT MAY 18 | 10AM – NOON | DISCOVERY ZONE FOR KIDS & CAREGIVERS
Welcome to a morning of discovery in the Silver Creek Room! Delve into a host of activities designed to foster exploration, engagement, learning, and fun. Content is geared toward ages 4-8 years, but enjoyable for older and younger. Special guests from Fond du Lac United Way concurrently host outdoor activities based on their Kids to Parks: Born Learning activity trails. Bring the whole family to enjoy:
Discovery book nook
Yoga
Free play with Duplo & Lego
Romper Room
Games, games, games
STEAM Kits
Puzzles
Personalized reading recommendation
SUMMER FUN IS ON THE WAY!
Coming soon, adventure-themed programs and performers! Mark your calendars now for these highlights:
June 14 at 1 PM the Green Lake Festival of Music presents a family-friendly brass trio concert. The dynamic V3NTO Brass Trio is on a mission to revolutionize brass trio music! They unearth hidden gems, craft fresh compositions, and ignite excitement through educational programs.
June 15 from 9 AM – NOON the free, annual Children’s Fair will be held at Ripon High School. Don’t miss Miller & Mike’s hilarious strolling entertainment and comedy show!
June 26 at 4 PM award-winning author, filmmaker, and song writer Bill Jamerson presents historical adventures through song!
July 12 at 1 PM Zoozort offers a wildly educational live animal program. Registration is required. Please call the library to reserve seats.
· July 19 at 1:30 PM world champion Yo-yoer, Mark Hayward, delights with an array of jaw dropping yo-yo tricks. He simultaneously keeps the crowd in stitches with his comedic banter.
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.