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PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Art Exhibit by Andi Rogers on Display through June at Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (May 01, 2024)—Green Lake’s historic Thrasher Opera House will host an exhibit by artist Andi Rogers from May 1 through June 30, 2024. The exhibit can be viewed M-F 10-4; for after-hours visits, call 920.294.4279 to schedule a time. Andi Rogers started painting with watercolors in the early months of 2022. All it took was one introduction to this unpredictable medium that uses water-soluble pigments to create a wide range of effects on cotton paper. This one encounter ignited her love for watercolor, which she never knew existed. Andi loves to explore various watercolor techniques as she develops her artistic style and identity with a brush. ‘I’ve never considered myself any sort of artist. Throughout my life, crafts and fiber arts have been the focus. Watercolor has provided for me a challenge and Zen that I find so satisfying. It’s such a delight to watch a painting develop… layer after layer.’ Born in Racine, WI, Andi is 48 years old and a 25-year resident of nearby Berlin. She invites you to view her pieces and follow the story that will lead you through her short but fulfilling journey in watercolor. She also encourages everyone to explore new things. ‘If I can learn new things, so can you!’ This exhibit can be viewed M-F 10-4; for after-hour visits, call 920.294.4279 to schedule a time. 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. It was built in 1910 and restored in 1997, and it is 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 House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 Linda DeCramer, Youth Services Susie Menk, Adult & Teen Services decramer@riponlibrary.org menk@riponlibrary.org 120 Jefferson Street |Ripon WI 54971| 920-748-6160 PRESS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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: SUMMER FUN IS ON THE WAY! Coming soon, adventure-themed programs and performers! Mark your calendars now for these highlights: · 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. # # # Linda DeCramer | Youth Services Librarian Ripon Public Library | 120 Jefferson Street Ripon WI 54971 | 920-748-6160 she/her/hers Website: https://www.riponlibrary.org/ Linda DeCramer, Youth Services Susie Menk, Adult & Teen Services decramer@riponlibrary.org menk@riponlibrary.org 120 Jefferson Street |Ripon WI 54971| 920-748-6160 PRESS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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: SUMMER FUN IS ON THE WAY! Coming soon, adventure-themed programs and performers! Mark your calendars now for these highlights: · 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. # # # Linda DeCramer | Youth Services Librarian Ripon Public Library | 120 Jefferson Street Ripon WI 54971 | 920-748-6160 she/her/hers Website: https://www.riponlibrary.org/ Linda DeCramer, Youth Services Susie Menk, Adult & Teen Services decramer@riponlibrary.org menk@riponlibrary.org 120 Jefferson Street |Ripon WI 54971| 920-748-6160 PRESS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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: SUMMER FUN IS ON THE WAY! Coming soon, adventure-themed programs and performers! Mark your calendars now for these highlights: · 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. # # # Linda DeCramer | Youth Services Librarian Ripon Public Library | 120 Jefferson Street Ripon WI 54971 | 920-748-6160 she/her/hers Website: https://www.riponlibrary.org/ PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Roots Band “Dig Deep” Returns to Thrasher Opera House on May 03 Green Lake, Wis. (April 01, 2024) – Midwest roots band Dig Deep will return to Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Friday, May 03 at 7:30 p.m. Formed in 2015 in the dead center of the thriving Midwest roots music scene in Stevens Point, WI, the four members of Dig Deep drew inspiration from their shared appreciation for traditional bluegrass and country music, their love of rock and roll, and their combined decades of hard gigging in the punk/metal scenes, local bars and roadhouses, and regional festivals. Three releases and hundreds of shows later, they have firmly established themselves as an utterly unique and powerful force in the roots world. Milwaukee Record said, “These guys are like the bluegrass equivalent of the “Dogs Playing Poker” painting. It’s casual but still professional, and friendly, but also very metal.” With a body of work that showcases their vision, craft, heart, and clout as songwriters and instrumentalists, Dig Deep has earned a reputation for their well-honed and hard-edged sound that goes far beyond bluegrass, as well as their blistering and boisterous live performances that give audiences much more than a string band show. Opening the night for Dig Deep will be Sharin’ Barrels, a unique acoustic group playing a vibrant mix of bluegrass & modern psychedelia. 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 Dig Deep with Sharin’ Barrels’ performance on May 03 at 7:30 p.m. 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.com or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram. =30= Jason Mansmith he/him/his Thrasher Opera House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Roots Band “Dig Deep” Returns to Thrasher Opera House on May 03 Green Lake, Wis. (April 01, 2024) – Midwest roots band Dig Deep will return to Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Friday, May 03 at 7:30 p.m. Formed in 2015 in the dead center of the thriving Midwest roots music scene in Stevens Point, WI, the four members of Dig Deep drew inspiration from their shared appreciation for traditional bluegrass and country music, their love of rock and roll, and their combined decades of hard gigging in the punk/metal scenes, local bars and roadhouses, and regional festivals. Three releases and hundreds of shows later, they have firmly established themselves as an utterly unique and powerful force in the roots world. Milwaukee Record said, “These guys are like the bluegrass equivalent of the “Dogs Playing Poker” painting. It’s casual but still professional, and friendly, but also very metal.” With a body of work that showcases their vision, craft, heart, and clout as songwriters and instrumentalists, Dig Deep has earned a reputation for their well-honed and hard-edged sound that goes far beyond bluegrass, as well as their blistering and boisterous live performances that give audiences much more than a string band show. Opening the night for Dig Deep will be Sharin’ Barrels, a unique acoustic group playing a vibrant mix of bluegrass & modern psychedelia. 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 Dig Deep with Sharin’ Barrels’ performance on May 03 at 7:30 p.m. 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.com or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram. =30= Jason Mansmith he/him/his Thrasher Opera House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 JIM MESSINA IS COMING BACK! JUST ANNOUNCED: Jim Messina will return to Thrasher Opera House on Saturday, May 04. An undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, Jim Messina’s legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career, and scores of producing and engineering credits. This show is sponsored by: Gold Sponsors Michael & Aileen Ellis Hometown Broadcasting and 102.3 WAUH The Bug & 93.1FM & AM 1600 WRPN The Wave. Only 200 tickets are available for this show, and they will sell fast. Get yours now! FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: KaYing Vang, Community Storyteller Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin 715-342-4454 KaYing@cfcwi.org Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin Announces $42,200 in Spring Community Grants to Waushara County Stevens Point, Wisconsin (May 6, 2024) – The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin (CFCWI) recently awarded $42,200 in grants to 6 organizations that will enhance Waushara County now and for future generations. Dates for the CFCWI’s next Community Grants Cycle will be shared later in 2024. Below is a complete list of Waushara County grant recipients. For more information regarding the CFCWI’s grants process, please visit https://cfcwi.org/community-grants/ Waushara County Grant Recipients · Waushara County Health Department – 2024 Waushara Run for Hope 5K · Saxeville-Springwater Volunteer Fire Department – Vehicle Extrication · Unity Recovery Services/Waushara SHINES – Operational Support · McComb Bruchs Performing Arts Center- Sleeping Beauty with the Missoula Children’s Theatre · North Central Conservancy Trust – Community Access for Suszko Ridge Preserve · Hancock Public Library – Library Addition The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin is a non-profit organization that inspires charitable giving by connecting people and resources to enhance Central Wisconsin now and for future generations. For more information on how you can give back to your community and accomplish your philanthropic goals, please visit www.cfcwi.org. See below for locations/times. These events are free and open to anyone in the community. 1st Tuesday of the month Our Saviour’s United Church of Christ, 343 Scott Street 5 pm – 6 pm 2nd Tuesday of the month Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, 430 W Griswold St 5 pm – 6 pm 3rd Tuesday of the month Immanuel United Methodist Church, 401 W Fond du Lac St 5 pm – 6 pm 4th Tuesday of the month First Congregational Church, 220 Ransom St 5:30 pm – 6 pm Drive through dinner – Please enter on Ransom St. and exit on Elm St. 5th Tuesday of the month (when applicable) St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, 228 E Blossom St 5 pm – 6 pm Fri., May 10, 9a-5p Sat., May 11, 9a-1p Fasco Appliance Sales &Service 3260 Walter Street, Oshkosh The community is invited to drop off the unwanted recyclable items at no-charge! Anything metal…refrigerators, washers, dryers, dehumidifiers, LP tanks, batteries, etc. will be accepted. However, they will NOT accept electronics or TVs . Fri., May 10, 9a-5p Sat., May 11, 9a-1p Fasco Appliance Sales &Service 3260 Walter Street, Oshkosh The community is invited to drop off the unwanted recyclable items at no-charge! Anything metal…refrigerators, washers, dryers, dehumidifiers, LP tanks, batteries, etc. will be accepted. However, they will NOT accept electronics or TVs . **Mother’s Day Craft Fair at Evergreen Campsites & Resort!** Join us on Saturday, May 11th, from 10 AM to 1PM at Chippy’s on the Green for a special Mother’s Day Craft Fair! Discover handcrafted treasures, perfect for spoiling Mom on her special day. This event is open to registered campers and the public! Fri., May 10, 9a-5p Sat., May 11, 9a-1p Fasco Appliance Sales &Service 3260 Walter Street, Oshkosh The community is invited to drop off the unwanted recyclable items at no-charge! Anything metal…refrigerators, washers, dryers, dehumidifiers, LP tanks, batteries, etc. will be accepted. However, they will NOT accept electronics or TVs . **Mother’s Day Craft Fair at Evergreen Campsites & Resort!** Join us on Saturday, May 11th, from 10 AM to 1PM at Chippy’s on the Green for a special Mother’s Day Craft Fair! Discover handcrafted treasures, perfect for spoiling Mom on her special day. This event is open to registered campers and the public! Ripon Public Library Renovation and Fundraising Efforts Continue Ripon, WI – The Ripon Public Library is proud of the community support that has been received for its exciting renovation project, titled “Thinking Outside The Books”. There are exciting plans to transform the entire library campus into a dynamic destination location offering indoor, outdoor, and creek-side features that will put our city and library on the map! The board has recently learned of some important prioritized maintenance items that need proper attention due to the age of the physical building. Having a physical space that operates optimally and safely is of utmost importance to both library staff and the entire board of trustees. Dedicating resources to these prioritized maintenance items has caused a slight delay in our fundraising efforts. We are working through a timeline and plan for making these improvements and dovetailing them with the renovation plan. Meanwhile, the library is in the process of investigating and applying for grants that would facilitate necessary improvements as well as the renovation. It is of utmost importance to the entire library – staff and trustees alike – to do right by our donors, who have so generously and enthusiastically supported the Library on this fundraising journey. We hold to these following commitments as the foundation of the renovation: Having a facilities master plan which folds into the existing strategic plan and renovation plan will inform the exciting changes on the horizon for the Ripon Public Library. The board thanks you for your continued support of the Ripon Public Library. To contribute, please visit https://riponlibrary.org/renovation/ or send a check, made out to “Oshkosh Area Community Foundation” with “Ripon Renovation” on the memo line, to Ripon Public Library, 120 Jefferson Street, Ripon, WI 54971. For more information, contact Desiree Bongers at 748-6160, or director@riponlibrary.org. ### Ripon Public Library Renovation and Fundraising Efforts Continue Ripon, WI – The Ripon Public Library is proud of the community support that has been received for its exciting renovation project, titled “Thinking Outside The Books”. There are exciting plans to transform the entire library campus into a dynamic destination location offering indoor, outdoor, and creek-side features that will put our city and library on the map! The board has recently learned of some important prioritized maintenance items that need proper attention due to the age of the physical building. Having a physical space that operates optimally and safely is of utmost importance to both library staff and the entire board of trustees. Dedicating resources to these prioritized maintenance items has caused a slight delay in our fundraising efforts. We are working through a timeline and plan for making these improvements and dovetailing them with the renovation plan. Meanwhile, the library is in the process of investigating and applying for grants that would facilitate necessary improvements as well as the renovation. It is of utmost importance to the entire library – staff and trustees alike – to do right by our donors, who have so generously and enthusiastically supported the Library on this fundraising journey. We hold to these following commitments as the foundation of the renovation: Having a facilities master plan which folds into the existing strategic plan and renovation plan will inform the exciting changes on the horizon for the Ripon Public Library. The board thanks you for your continued support of the Ripon Public Library. To contribute, please visit https://riponlibrary.org/renovation/ or send a check, made out to “Oshkosh Area Community Foundation” with “Ripon Renovation” on the memo line, to Ripon Public Library, 120 Jefferson Street, Ripon, WI 54971. For more information, contact Desiree Bongers at 748-6160, or director@riponlibrary.org. ### UPDATED 4-12-2024…..Deadgrass at Thrasher Opera House on May 17 at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, WI has been canceled. Ticket holders can contact our office for exchanges, refunds, or donations. Thank you. PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith The Music of Jerry Garcia Celebrated by Deadgrass at Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (April 08, 2024)—String band Deadgrass will play Green Lake, Wisconsin’s Thrasher Opera House on Friday, May 17, at 7:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy that Deadgrass celebrates and interprets Jerry Garcia’s music, drawing from Old & in the Way, JGB, Jerry’s Jug Band days, and The Grateful Dead. Matt Turk and C Lanzbom joined forces to form Deadgrass, a string band adventure through Jerry Garcia’s musical world. Bassist Dave Richards, banjo player Boo Reiners, and fiddler Kensuke Shoji complete this fine group of seasoned pros exploring the life works of Jerry Garcia on the instruments that first inspired him. “We interpret Jerry’s catalog and make it our own,” said Matt Turk, co-founder of Deadgrass. “We’re not a tribute band. We’re a group of musicians who bring bluegrass/folk/rock/jazz/jam/Americana and more to create our own interpretation of this incredible American music.” The Deadgrass performance is sponsored by gold sponsors Michael and Aileen Ellis. It 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 Deadgrass on May 17 at 7:30 p.m. are $27 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 or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram. =30= Jason Mansmith he/him/his Thrasher Opera House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Comedian Daniel Van Kirk Will Make You Laugh at Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (April 15, 2024) – A Comedy Central “Comic to Watch” Daniel Van Kirk will perform at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Saturday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. Daniel Van Kirk’s comedy brings people together. On stage, Daniel captivates audiences with an energy and connection that creates honesty, sincerity, and laughter, giving comedy fans hilarious memories that stay with them long after the show has ended. You may know him from Bob’s Burgers, The NFL Network, or The UCB Show. He can be heard co-hosting the hit podcasts Dumb People Town and Pen Pals every week. Daniel Van Kirk was born in Rochelle, IL. Then, he lived in Chicago during his formative adult years. That is how he got this way. 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 Daniel Van Kirk’s performance on May, 18 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 or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram. =30= Jason Mansmith he/him/his Thrasher Opera House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Comedian Daniel Van Kirk Will Make You Laugh at Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (April 15, 2024) – A Comedy Central “Comic to Watch” Daniel Van Kirk will perform at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Saturday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. Daniel Van Kirk’s comedy brings people together. On stage, Daniel captivates audiences with an energy and connection that creates honesty, sincerity, and laughter, giving comedy fans hilarious memories that stay with them long after the show has ended. You may know him from Bob’s Burgers, The NFL Network, or The UCB Show. He can be heard co-hosting the hit podcasts Dumb People Town and Pen Pals every week. Daniel Van Kirk was born in Rochelle, IL. Then, he lived in Chicago during his formative adult years. That is how he got this way. 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 Daniel Van Kirk’s performance on May, 18 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 or @thrasheroperahouse on Facebook and Instagram. =30= Jason Mansmith he/him/his Thrasher Opera House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 The Ripon Area Community Theatre will be hosting an audition workshop on Sunday, May 19th, from 2-4 pm in the Fellowship Hall at the First Congregational Church, 220 Ransom St. Learn the Do’s and Don’t’s of the audition process, what most directors expect you’re auditioning for a play or musical; and tips for giving your best audition. The audition workshop is open to ages 8 through adult and is free and open to the public. Participation in the workshop is not a requirement to audition for the summer musical or future productions. The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis. PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Green Lake, Wis. (May 14, 2024) – Thrasher Opera House is excited to release our newest season of performers. To celebrate, we will be hosting a Season Release Party on Thursday, May 23, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Thrasher Opera House, 506 Mill St., Green Lake. The Season Release Party will feature a variety of exciting activities and experiences, including: · Food vendors, including Adams Rib, The Hogfather, & J’s BBQ · Our full bar and specialty beverages · Live Music from the Nashville singer/songwriter Stella Prince · Summer/Fall Season Release · Shout Out videos from upcoming artists and performers · History of Thrasher Opera House · Ticket & Merchandise Sales · Prizes “We are thrilled to share with our fans the upcoming Summer/Fall season for Thrasher at the Season Release Party,” said Thrasher Opera House Executive Director Rachael Avery. “We feel that the upcoming season is filled with something everyone will enjoy.” There is no cost to attend the event, but we encourage those to RSVP at our website under the “events” tab 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. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com =30= Jason Mansmith he/him/his Thrasher Opera House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 Thursday, May 23 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Tuscumbia Golf Course New Season at Thrasher Opera House Released Green Lake, Wis. (May 24, 2024) – This summer and fall, Thrasher Opera House will showcase a diverse array of performers, blending familiar faces with fresh talents making their debut on our stage. Executive Director Rachael Avery expresses her anticipation for the upcoming season, highlighting the spectrum of genres—from blues to singer/songwriters, rock n’ roll to jazz, and everything in between. Excitingly, several new artists will grace our stage for the first time, alongside beloved fan favorites returning to captivate audiences. Tickets for all shows will be available starting Friday, May 24, at 10:00 a.m. For further details on performances, visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com or call 920.294.4279. June 2024 PERT NEAR SANDSTONE JUN. 01 | SATURDAY | 7:30 P.M. | $28 JUNE 17 | MISSOULA TRYOUTS | 4-6 P.M. | FREE This program is free for participants, thanks to the support of our wonderful community. Approximately 50-60 roles are available for local students. All students, grades 1-12, are encouraged to audition. No preparation is necessary. If cast, a rehearsal schedule will be provided – most students should plan on rehearsing 4-8:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 20 through Friday, June 23. The performances will be held on Saturday, June 24, at 3 and 5:30 p.m. For more information, call Thrasher at 920.294.4279. JUNE 22 | MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE SHOWS – ROBIN HOOD Approximately 50-60 local students will be putting on a production of ROBIN HOOD at Thrasher Opera House on Saturday, June 22 Show 2 – Doors open at 5 p.m., show begins at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for adults. JUNE 27 | SCOTT KIRBY OUTDOOR SHOW | 7:00 P.M. | $25 July 2024 JULY 12 | OUTDOOR THEATER | 6:00 P.M. | FREE JULY 20 | THE SECOND CITY’S – 65TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW | 6:00 P.M. & 8:30 P.M. | $35 August 2024 AUG. 13 | SAMANTHA FISH | 7:30 P.M. | SOLD OUT AUG. 17 | STEELY DANE | 7:30 P.M. | $35 AUG. 24 | CORKY SIEGEL & RANDY SABIEN | 7:30 P.M. | $40 September 2024 SEP. 07 | MARY MACK | 7:30 P.M. | $35 SEP. 13 | LARRY MCCRAY | 7:30 P.M. | $30 SEP. 14 | MELISSA CARPER – 506 SESSION | 7:30 P.M. | $35 SEP. 21 | PARTY FOR THE ARTS | 6:00 P.M. | TABLE FOR 8/$750; INDIVIDUAL $75 October 2024 OCT. 04 | CIMARRON 615 | 7:30 P.M. | $30 OCT. 05 | WILLIE WATSON | 7:30 P.M. | $28 OCT. 19 | ANA POPOVIC | 7:30 P.M. | $40 November 2024 NOV. 02 | JOHN MCEUEN AND THE CIRCLE BAND | 7:30 P.M. | $34 NOV. 16 | WILLIAM ELLIOTT WHITMORE – 506 SESSION | 7:30 P.M. | $35 December 2024 DEC. 05 | THE EMPTY POCKETS – MISTLETUNES | 7:30 P.M. | $26 DEC. 13 | MR. SUN PLAYS THE NUTCRACKER | 7:30 P.M. | $25 DEC. 14 | THE ALLEY CATS – TWO SHOWS | 3 P.M. & 7 P.M. | $25 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 House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 New Season at Thrasher Opera House Released Green Lake, Wis. (May 24, 2024) – This summer and fall, Thrasher Opera House will showcase a diverse array of performers, blending familiar faces with fresh talents making their debut on our stage. Executive Director Rachael Avery expresses her anticipation for the upcoming season, highlighting the spectrum of genres—from blues to singer/songwriters, rock n’ roll to jazz, and everything in between. Excitingly, several new artists will grace our stage for the first time, alongside beloved fan favorites returning to captivate audiences. Tickets for all shows will be available starting Friday, May 24, at 10:00 a.m. For further details on performances, visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com or call 920.294.4279. June 2024 PERT NEAR SANDSTONE JUN. 01 | SATURDAY | 7:30 P.M. | $28 JUNE 17 | MISSOULA TRYOUTS | 4-6 P.M. | FREE This program is free for participants, thanks to the support of our wonderful community. Approximately 50-60 roles are available for local students. All students, grades 1-12, are encouraged to audition. No preparation is necessary. If cast, a rehearsal schedule will be provided – most students should plan on rehearsing 4-8:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 20 through Friday, June 23. The performances will be held on Saturday, June 24, at 3 and 5:30 p.m. For more information, call Thrasher at 920.294.4279. JUNE 22 | MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE SHOWS – ROBIN HOOD Approximately 50-60 local students will be putting on a production of ROBIN HOOD at Thrasher Opera House on Saturday, June 22 Show 2 – Doors open at 5 p.m., show begins at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for adults. JUNE 27 | SCOTT KIRBY OUTDOOR SHOW | 7:00 P.M. | $25 July 2024 JULY 12 | OUTDOOR THEATER | 6:00 P.M. | FREE JULY 20 | THE SECOND CITY’S – 65TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW | 6:00 P.M. & 8:30 P.M. | $35 August 2024 AUG. 13 | SAMANTHA FISH | 7:30 P.M. | SOLD OUT AUG. 17 | STEELY DANE | 7:30 P.M. | $35 AUG. 24 | CORKY SIEGEL & RANDY SABIEN | 7:30 P.M. | $40 September 2024 SEP. 07 | MARY MACK | 7:30 P.M. | $35 SEP. 13 | LARRY MCCRAY | 7:30 P.M. | $30 SEP. 14 | MELISSA CARPER – 506 SESSION | 7:30 P.M. | $35 SEP. 21 | PARTY FOR THE ARTS | 6:00 P.M. | TABLE FOR 8/$750; INDIVIDUAL $75 October 2024 OCT. 04 | CIMARRON 615 | 7:30 P.M. | $30 OCT. 05 | WILLIE WATSON | 7:30 P.M. | $28 OCT. 19 | ANA POPOVIC | 7:30 P.M. | $40 November 2024 NOV. 02 | JOHN MCEUEN AND THE CIRCLE BAND | 7:30 P.M. | $34 NOV. 16 | WILLIAM ELLIOTT WHITMORE – 506 SESSION | 7:30 P.M. | $35 December 2024 DEC. 05 | THE EMPTY POCKETS – MISTLETUNES | 7:30 P.M. | $26 DEC. 13 | MR. SUN PLAYS THE NUTCRACKER | 7:30 P.M. | $25 DEC. 14 | THE ALLEY CATS – TWO SHOWS | 3 P.M. & 7 P.M. | $25 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 House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 This is our first-ever craft/vendor fair, and we’re excited to showcase the creativity of our talented community. Join in the fun with our silent auction/bucket raffle and the ever-popular 50/50 raffle—where you could be a lucky winner! ****We are currently looking for crafters and vendors for this event ****Booths: $25- 10×10, $45- 10×20, $60- 10×30 This is our first-ever craft/vendor fair, and we’re excited to showcase the creativity of our talented community. Join in the fun with our silent auction/bucket raffle and the ever-popular 50/50 raffle—where you could be a lucky winner! ****We are currently looking for crafters and vendors for this event ****Booths: $25- 10×10, $45- 10×20, $60- 10×30 New Season at Thrasher Opera House Released Green Lake, Wis. (May 24, 2024) – This summer and fall, Thrasher Opera House will showcase a diverse array of performers, blending familiar faces with fresh talents making their debut on our stage. Executive Director Rachael Avery expresses her anticipation for the upcoming season, highlighting the spectrum of genres—from blues to singer/songwriters, rock n’ roll to jazz, and everything in between. Excitingly, several new artists will grace our stage for the first time, alongside beloved fan favorites returning to captivate audiences. Tickets for all shows will be available starting Friday, May 24, at 10:00 a.m. For further details on performances, visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com or call 920.294.4279. June 2024 PERT NEAR SANDSTONE JUN. 01 | SATURDAY | 7:30 P.M. | $28 JUNE 17 | MISSOULA TRYOUTS | 4-6 P.M. | FREE This program is free for participants, thanks to the support of our wonderful community. Approximately 50-60 roles are available for local students. All students, grades 1-12, are encouraged to audition. No preparation is necessary. If cast, a rehearsal schedule will be provided – most students should plan on rehearsing 4-8:15 p.m. Tuesday, June 20 through Friday, June 23. The performances will be held on Saturday, June 24, at 3 and 5:30 p.m. For more information, call Thrasher at 920.294.4279. JUNE 22 | MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE SHOWS – ROBIN HOOD Approximately 50-60 local students will be putting on a production of ROBIN HOOD at Thrasher Opera House on Saturday, June 22 Show 2 – Doors open at 5 p.m., show begins at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for adults. JUNE 27 | SCOTT KIRBY OUTDOOR SHOW | 7:00 P.M. | $25 July 2024 JULY 12 | OUTDOOR THEATER | 6:00 P.M. | FREE JULY 20 | THE SECOND CITY’S – 65TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW | 6:00 P.M. & 8:30 P.M. | $35 August 2024 AUG. 13 | SAMANTHA FISH | 7:30 P.M. | SOLD OUT AUG. 17 | STEELY DANE | 7:30 P.M. | $35 AUG. 24 | CORKY SIEGEL & RANDY SABIEN | 7:30 P.M. | $40 September 2024 SEP. 07 | MARY MACK | 7:30 P.M. | $35 SEP. 13 | LARRY MCCRAY | 7:30 P.M. | $30 SEP. 14 | MELISSA CARPER – 506 SESSION | 7:30 P.M. | $35 SEP. 21 | PARTY FOR THE ARTS | 6:00 P.M. | TABLE FOR 8/$750; INDIVIDUAL $75 October 2024 OCT. 04 | CIMARRON 615 | 7:30 P.M. | $30 OCT. 05 | WILLIE WATSON | 7:30 P.M. | $28 OCT. 19 | ANA POPOVIC | 7:30 P.M. | $40 November 2024 NOV. 02 | JOHN MCEUEN AND THE CIRCLE BAND | 7:30 P.M. | $34 NOV. 16 | WILLIAM ELLIOTT WHITMORE – 506 SESSION | 7:30 P.M. | $35 December 2024 DEC. 05 | THE EMPTY POCKETS – MISTLETUNES | 7:30 P.M. | $26 DEC. 13 | MR. SUN PLAYS THE NUTCRACKER | 7:30 P.M. | $25 DEC. 14 | THE ALLEY CATS – TWO SHOWS | 3 P.M. & 7 P.M. | $25 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 House P.O. Box 4 • 506 Mill St. Green Lake, WI • 54941-0004 P: 920.294.4279 The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) presents the world premiere of the original stage comedy, “Blue Ribbons;” a play about love, hate, and pie, written by Thomas Bakken, May 31st through June 2nd. 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. Performances are Friday, May 31st and Saturday, June 1st at 7 pm, and Sunday, June 2nd at 2 pm, in the Ripon High School auditorium, 850 Tiger Drive. Doors open 30 minutes before the performance. There will be a bake sale and 50/50 raffle during intermission to support the Ripon Area Community Theatre. General Admission is $10, ages 6-12 is $5 and ages 5 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online and at the door. To order online, visit: https://www.hometowntickets.com/events/blue-ribbons?p=d728eiwd02s The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) presents the world premiere of the original stage comedy, “Blue Ribbons;” a play about love, hate, and pie, written by Thomas Bakken, May 31st through June 2nd. 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. Performances are Friday, May 31st and Saturday, June 1st at 7 pm, and Sunday, June 2nd at 2 pm, in the Ripon High School auditorium, 850 Tiger Drive. Doors open 30 minutes before the performance. There will be a bake sale and 50/50 raffle during intermission to support the Ripon Area Community Theatre. General Admission is $10, ages 6-12 is $5 and ages 5 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online and at the door. To order online, visit: https://www.hometowntickets.com/events/blue-ribbons?p=d728eiwd02s The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis.
May 01, 2024
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Marketing Director Event Name: Men of Praise Concert Event Location: Peniel Welsh Chapel W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh WI 54904 Event Date: 05.18.2024 Start & End Time: 6:00-7:30 PM Event Details: Join us at the Peniel Welsh Chapel to enjoy an evening of music with the Men of Praise of Waupun, WI. Listen to the wonderful harmonies and richness of the men’s voices in the great accoustics of the historic chapel. The concert is free. A free will offering will be taken. Refreshments follow the program. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): For more information visit www.wggaw.org, or contact Tom White at 920-922-9424 or email tjwhite65@charter.net
April 15, 2024
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Marketing Director Event Name: Men of Praise Concert Event Location: Peniel Welsh Chapel W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh WI 54904 Event Date: 05.18.2024 Start & End Time: 6:00-7:30 PM Event Details: Join us at the Peniel Welsh Chapel to enjoy an evening of music with the Men of Praise of Waupun, WI. Listen to the wonderful harmonies and richness of the men’s voices in the great accoustics of the historic chapel. The concert is free. A free will offering will be taken. Refreshments follow the program. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): For more information visit www.wggaw.org, or contact Tom White at 920-922-9424 or email tjwhite65@charter.net
April 15, 2024
920.294.4279
jason@thrasheroperahouse.com
Marketing Director Event Name: 19th Annual Steps Against Melanoma Walk Event Location: Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53226. Event Date: 05.19.2024 Start & End Time: 8 am-12pm Event Details: Sunday, May 19, 2024, 8:00AM. 19th Annual Steps Against Melanoma Walk (formerly Block Melanoma). All
participants who register and raise or self-donate $50 or more will receive a 2024 Steps Against Melanoma T-shirt—all proceeds benefitting AIM at Melanoma Foundation. Affiliated Dermatology Presenting Sponsor.
Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53226. For more information visit Steps AgainstMelanoma – Milwaukee 2024 – Campaign (aimatmelanoma.org).How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): For more information visit Steps AgainstMelanoma – Milwaukee 2024 – Campaign (aimatmelanoma.org).
Participants can perform practice audition scenes and learn about the upcoming auditions for the RACT summer musical, “The Wizard of Oz.”Event Name: Creative Community Living Services Pizza Ranch Fundraiser Event Location: Pizza Ranch 1300 Commerce Place Plover Event Date: 05.20.2024 Start & End Time: 5pm-8pm Event Details: CCLS Day Services in Stevens Point is a non profit that provides services to adults with developmental & physical disabilities, mental illness, & functional limitations of advanced aging. We provide our Day Service participants the opportunity to expand their independence through social interaction and a variety of planned activities. On Monday, May 20th from 5-8pm we will partner with Pizza Ranch in Plover for a Community Impact Fundraising Event to benefit our programs day trips, art supplies and more. We will also be selling Round Up Fundraiser cards the night of the event which are $10, includes 3 different coupons and are valued at $85 in savings! CCLS will receive 10% of all dine in and delivery orders between 5-8pm and 100% of the proceeds from the Round Up cards AND cash tips! How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Check out our Facebook page: CCLS Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/cclswi/
Or contact Anna Garbis Program Manager at 715-303-0171
May 14, 2024
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Thrasher Opera House to Host Season Release Party on May 23
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Kick off summer with the Emmer Real Estate Group at our 8th Semi-Annual Emmer Loves Local event! Join us at Green Lake’s very own Tuscumbia Golf Course, and restaurant 2’s Company! This will be an evening filled with laughter and fun! There will be raffle prizes, plus food & drinks are on us! Come and go as you please!
A bluegrass band from the river bluffs of St. Paul, MN, captivates audiences with lively performances, blending traditional roots with modern flair. Their infectious energy and skillful musicianship create an unforgettable experience.
An audition will be held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre production of ROBIN HOOD on Monday, June 17, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Those auditioning should arrive between 3:30 and 4 p.m. and plan to stay for two hours. Parents are welcome to stay for auditions as well. Some cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions; others will be released at 6 p.m. after making cast announcements.
Show 1 – Doors open at 2:30 p.m., show begins at 3 p.m.
Sponsored by Mike & Jill Havey, and Havey Communications. Join us at the Havey Lot located at 475 Lake Street, Green Lake. Please bring lawn chairs, and we ask for no beverage carry-ins as a bar will be available. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The Starling Shakespeare Company will present an outdoor performance of Henry IV at Deacon Mills Park in Green Lake. Starling Shakespeare Company’s touring performances explore the playfulness, complexity, and humanity in the plays of William Shakespeare and his contemporaries. 90 minutes.
Showcasing some of our audience’s favorite songs, sketches, and characters written on stages by illustrious alumni, including Tina Fey, Bill Murray, and so many more. Second City continues to be the most influential name in comedy.
An acclaimed blues artist, singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Fish has infused her self-expression with remarkable potency. Audiences can expect explosive riffs, palpable rhythms, and haunting vocal delivery. She’s shared the stage with Joe Bonamassa, Tommy Castro & Tab Benoit.
Steely Dane delivers boundless energy and nostalgia to their audiences while faithfully reproducing the songbooks of Steely Dan and Donald Fagen. This Madison-based tribute band showcases expert musicianship that is truly a joy to watch.
Fiery piano playing and superb harmonica from Chicago Blues Hall of Fame legend Corky Siegel, who will be joined by ace jazz fiddler, pianist, and guitarist Randy Sabien. These two maestros of mirth dish up an over–the–top evening of humor and showmanship.
A hybrid of Minnesota and Wisconsin, (with a severe cheese dependency), Comedian Mary Mack is a favorite on broadcasts such as the Bob and Tom Show, and The Dry Bar Comedy Series. You may also recognize her voice from Sirius XM radio and Disney cartoons.
American blues guitarist and singer known for his soulful performances and powerful guitar work. Larry has played and shared the stage with such blues greats as BB King, Buddy Guy, Albert King, Keb Mo, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa.
Carper’s deep, old-timey music roots were firmly planted as a child, listening to her parent’s record collection. “Not unlike Loretta Lynn, Carper is giving us scenes and stories and vignettes that kind of play out between home and the honky-tonk.”
Get ready for the glitz, the glam, and the GROOVE! Join us for live music, raffles, auctions, and more. Proceeds go toward supporting Thrasher’s programs. Tickets: $75 for individuals or $750 for a Table of 8. Prices go up after Sept 1.
Named for the Poco classic, ‘Rose of Cimarron’ and Nashville’s 615 area code, every member is a respected singer-songwriter and virtuosic instrumentalist. The band is made up of members from Poco, Flying Burrito Brothers. & Hank Williams Jr.
Modern folk music rooted in older traditions. He’s a folksinger in the classic sense from Old Crow Medicine Show. Southern gospel. Railroad songs. Delta blues. Irish fiddle tunes. Appalachian music. Watson makes room for it all.
The award-winning, blues guitar slinger blends electric funk and slide guitar, jazzy instrumentals, and a tight blues groove with soulful vocals and her incredible stage presence. Bruce Springsteen calls Popovic, “one helluva guitar player”.
McEuen brings with him 45+ years of worldwide performing with his banjo, fiddle, guitar, and mandolin. A founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in 1966, John instigated the 1972 classic ‘Will the Circle Be Unbroken’ album.
With his powerful voice and honest approach, Whitmore comes from the land, growing up on a family farm in Iowa. He’s played in basements, backyards, festival stages, and Carnegie Hall, and has no plans to stop anytime soon.
Fill the holidays with rock and modern blues! Chicago’s Billboard chart-topping quartet is bringing their Holiday Concert to town. They ignite a bright flame by harnessing a joyful friction between Americana, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll spiked with roots soul.
Its members have long been actively reshaping the acoustic musical landscape. Enter Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker as they took the opportunity to salute and re-invent this wildly multi-faceted work anew through the lens of the American String Band.
The high-energy doo-wop group delivers harmonies, humor, and holiday cheer with Jingle Bell Rock, A Harmonious Hysterical Holiday Hit. Great entertainment for the family – witty, uplifting, and fun! A perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing.
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A bluegrass band from the river bluffs of St. Paul, MN, captivates audiences with lively performances, blending traditional roots with modern flair. Their infectious energy and skillful musicianship create an unforgettable experience.
An audition will be held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre production of ROBIN HOOD on Monday, June 17, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Those auditioning should arrive between 3:30 and 4 p.m. and plan to stay for two hours. Parents are welcome to stay for auditions as well. Some cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions; others will be released at 6 p.m. after making cast announcements.
Show 1 – Doors open at 2:30 p.m., show begins at 3 p.m.
Sponsored by Mike & Jill Havey, and Havey Communications. Join us at the Havey Lot located at 475 Lake Street, Green Lake. Please bring lawn chairs, and we ask for no beverage carry-ins as a bar will be available. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The Starling Shakespeare Company will present an outdoor performance of Henry IV at Deacon Mills Park in Green Lake. Starling Shakespeare Company’s touring performances explore the playfulness, complexity, and humanity in the plays of William Shakespeare and his contemporaries. 90 minutes.
Showcasing some of our audience’s favorite songs, sketches, and characters written on stages by illustrious alumni, including Tina Fey, Bill Murray, and so many more. Second City continues to be the most influential name in comedy.
An acclaimed blues artist, singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Fish has infused her self-expression with remarkable potency. Audiences can expect explosive riffs, palpable rhythms, and haunting vocal delivery. She’s shared the stage with Joe Bonamassa, Tommy Castro & Tab Benoit.
Steely Dane delivers boundless energy and nostalgia to their audiences while faithfully reproducing the songbooks of Steely Dan and Donald Fagen. This Madison-based tribute band showcases expert musicianship that is truly a joy to watch.
Fiery piano playing and superb harmonica from Chicago Blues Hall of Fame legend Corky Siegel, who will be joined by ace jazz fiddler, pianist, and guitarist Randy Sabien. These two maestros of mirth dish up an over–the–top evening of humor and showmanship.
A hybrid of Minnesota and Wisconsin, (with a severe cheese dependency), Comedian Mary Mack is a favorite on broadcasts such as the Bob and Tom Show, and The Dry Bar Comedy Series. You may also recognize her voice from Sirius XM radio and Disney cartoons.
American blues guitarist and singer known for his soulful performances and powerful guitar work. Larry has played and shared the stage with such blues greats as BB King, Buddy Guy, Albert King, Keb Mo, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa.
Carper’s deep, old-timey music roots were firmly planted as a child, listening to her parent’s record collection. “Not unlike Loretta Lynn, Carper is giving us scenes and stories and vignettes that kind of play out between home and the honky-tonk.”
Get ready for the glitz, the glam, and the GROOVE! Join us for live music, raffles, auctions, and more. Proceeds go toward supporting Thrasher’s programs. Tickets: $75 for individuals or $750 for a Table of 8. Prices go up after Sept 1.
Named for the Poco classic, ‘Rose of Cimarron’ and Nashville’s 615 area code, every member is a respected singer-songwriter and virtuosic instrumentalist. The band is made up of members from Poco, Flying Burrito Brothers. & Hank Williams Jr.
Modern folk music rooted in older traditions. He’s a folksinger in the classic sense from Old Crow Medicine Show. Southern gospel. Railroad songs. Delta blues. Irish fiddle tunes. Appalachian music. Watson makes room for it all.
The award-winning, blues guitar slinger blends electric funk and slide guitar, jazzy instrumentals, and a tight blues groove with soulful vocals and her incredible stage presence. Bruce Springsteen calls Popovic, “one helluva guitar player”.
McEuen brings with him 45+ years of worldwide performing with his banjo, fiddle, guitar, and mandolin. A founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in 1966, John instigated the 1972 classic ‘Will the Circle Be Unbroken’ album.
With his powerful voice and honest approach, Whitmore comes from the land, growing up on a family farm in Iowa. He’s played in basements, backyards, festival stages, and Carnegie Hall, and has no plans to stop anytime soon.
Fill the holidays with rock and modern blues! Chicago’s Billboard chart-topping quartet is bringing their Holiday Concert to town. They ignite a bright flame by harnessing a joyful friction between Americana, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll spiked with roots soul.
Its members have long been actively reshaping the acoustic musical landscape. Enter Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker as they took the opportunity to salute and re-invent this wildly multi-faceted work anew through the lens of the American String Band.
The high-energy doo-wop group delivers harmonies, humor, and holiday cheer with Jingle Bell Rock, A Harmonious Hysterical Holiday Hit. Great entertainment for the family – witty, uplifting, and fun! A perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing.
Marketing Director Event Name: American Legion Brat Fry & Craft Fair Event Location: Stan-O-Gene Park N9336 WI-73, Neshkoro, WI 54960 Event Date: 05.25.2024 Start & End Time: 9:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Event Details: Come and support your local Neshkoro American Legion Post 423 at our new Brat Fry location of Stan-O-Gene Park (right off Hwy 73)! Indulge in mouthwatering Reetz’s grilled burgers, brats, and hotdogs—the talk of the town! How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Text/Call: Karissa Dahnke 920-279-3369Email: legion423craftfair@gmail.com Event Name: Marathon County Historical Society presents History Speaks – How to Get Started: Beginning Genealogy with Ancestry Event Location: Woodson History Center Event Date: 05.25.2024 Start & End Time: 2:00-3:00 pm Event Details: Over the last few decades, some amazing resources have been developed on the internet to help everyone learn about the past. Services like Ancestry.com can be invaluable sources of information for genealogists of at any stage, but it can be difficult to know where to start.
This presentation by Julie Kinney from the Marathon County Public Library, will look at the basics of accessing Ancestry and how to make the most out of your research using it.
Julie Kinney is the Adult Services Librarian at Marathon County Public Library. After growing up in Wausau, she left to study at UW-Madison, Uw-La Crosse and UW-Milwaukee, before returning to work at her childhood library in Wausau. She specializes in the history of Wausau and Marathon County, as well as working the reference desk.
The History Speaks lecture series is presented in cooperation with the Marathon County Public Library system.
Handicap parking is available in the Woodson History Center parking lot
https://fb.me/e/5y3d8V8mVHow to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.marathoncountyhistory.org/calendar-of-events
715-842-5750Event Name: American Legion Brat Fry & Craft Fair Event Location: Stan-O-Gene Park N9336 WI-73, Neshkoro, WI 54960 Event Date: 05.25.2024 Start & End Time: 9:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Event Details: Come and support your local Neshkoro American Legion Post 423 at our new Brat Fry location of Stan-O-Gene Park (right off Hwy 73)! Indulge in mouthwatering Reetz’s grilled burgers, brats, and hotdogs—the talk of the town! How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Text/Call: Karissa Dahnke 920-279-3369Email: legion423craftfair@gmail.com Event Name: Marathon County Historical Society presents History Speaks – How to Get Started: Beginning Genealogy with Ancestry Event Location: Woodson History Center Event Date: 05.25.2024 Start & End Time: 2:00-3:00 pm Event Details: Over the last few decades, some amazing resources have been developed on the internet to help everyone learn about the past. Services like Ancestry.com can be invaluable sources of information for genealogists of at any stage, but it can be difficult to know where to start.
This presentation by Julie Kinney from the Marathon County Public Library, will look at the basics of accessing Ancestry and how to make the most out of your research using it.
Julie Kinney is the Adult Services Librarian at Marathon County Public Library. After growing up in Wausau, she left to study at UW-Madison, Uw-La Crosse and UW-Milwaukee, before returning to work at her childhood library in Wausau. She specializes in the history of Wausau and Marathon County, as well as working the reference desk.
The History Speaks lecture series is presented in cooperation with the Marathon County Public Library system.
Handicap parking is available in the Woodson History Center parking lot
https://fb.me/e/5y3d8V8mVHow to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.marathoncountyhistory.org/calendar-of-events
715-842-5750Event Name: Memorial Day celebration Event Location: Wautoma Field House Event Date: 05.27.2024 Start & End Time: 10:00 am to 11:00 am Event Details: American Legion Post 317 of Wautoma invites all to attend Memorial Day services at the Wautoma Field House at 10:00am on 27 May 2024. The Honorable Judge Guy Dutcher will be our main speaker. We will also hear from student speakers and the talented Wautoma High School Band. Our intent is to honor those who have given their lives in service to their country. All are invited to attend How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): You may contact Al Spitler at 920-570-7747 for more details.
A bluegrass band from the river bluffs of St. Paul, MN, captivates audiences with lively performances, blending traditional roots with modern flair. Their infectious energy and skillful musicianship create an unforgettable experience.
An audition will be held for the Missoula Children’s Theatre production of ROBIN HOOD on Monday, June 17, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Those auditioning should arrive between 3:30 and 4 p.m. and plan to stay for two hours. Parents are welcome to stay for auditions as well. Some cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions; others will be released at 6 p.m. after making cast announcements.
Show 1 – Doors open at 2:30 p.m., show begins at 3 p.m.
Sponsored by Mike & Jill Havey, and Havey Communications. Join us at the Havey Lot located at 475 Lake Street, Green Lake. Please bring lawn chairs, and we ask for no beverage carry-ins as a bar will be available. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The Starling Shakespeare Company will present an outdoor performance of Henry IV at Deacon Mills Park in Green Lake. Starling Shakespeare Company’s touring performances explore the playfulness, complexity, and humanity in the plays of William Shakespeare and his contemporaries. 90 minutes.
Showcasing some of our audience’s favorite songs, sketches, and characters written on stages by illustrious alumni, including Tina Fey, Bill Murray, and so many more. Second City continues to be the most influential name in comedy.
An acclaimed blues artist, singer, songwriter, and guitarist, Fish has infused her self-expression with remarkable potency. Audiences can expect explosive riffs, palpable rhythms, and haunting vocal delivery. She’s shared the stage with Joe Bonamassa, Tommy Castro & Tab Benoit.
Steely Dane delivers boundless energy and nostalgia to their audiences while faithfully reproducing the songbooks of Steely Dan and Donald Fagen. This Madison-based tribute band showcases expert musicianship that is truly a joy to watch.
Fiery piano playing and superb harmonica from Chicago Blues Hall of Fame legend Corky Siegel, who will be joined by ace jazz fiddler, pianist, and guitarist Randy Sabien. These two maestros of mirth dish up an over–the–top evening of humor and showmanship.
A hybrid of Minnesota and Wisconsin, (with a severe cheese dependency), Comedian Mary Mack is a favorite on broadcasts such as the Bob and Tom Show, and The Dry Bar Comedy Series. You may also recognize her voice from Sirius XM radio and Disney cartoons.
American blues guitarist and singer known for his soulful performances and powerful guitar work. Larry has played and shared the stage with such blues greats as BB King, Buddy Guy, Albert King, Keb Mo, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, and Joe Bonamassa.
Carper’s deep, old-timey music roots were firmly planted as a child, listening to her parent’s record collection. “Not unlike Loretta Lynn, Carper is giving us scenes and stories and vignettes that kind of play out between home and the honky-tonk.”
Get ready for the glitz, the glam, and the GROOVE! Join us for live music, raffles, auctions, and more. Proceeds go toward supporting Thrasher’s programs. Tickets: $75 for individuals or $750 for a Table of 8. Prices go up after Sept 1.
Named for the Poco classic, ‘Rose of Cimarron’ and Nashville’s 615 area code, every member is a respected singer-songwriter and virtuosic instrumentalist. The band is made up of members from Poco, Flying Burrito Brothers. & Hank Williams Jr.
Modern folk music rooted in older traditions. He’s a folksinger in the classic sense from Old Crow Medicine Show. Southern gospel. Railroad songs. Delta blues. Irish fiddle tunes. Appalachian music. Watson makes room for it all.
The award-winning, blues guitar slinger blends electric funk and slide guitar, jazzy instrumentals, and a tight blues groove with soulful vocals and her incredible stage presence. Bruce Springsteen calls Popovic, “one helluva guitar player”.
McEuen brings with him 45+ years of worldwide performing with his banjo, fiddle, guitar, and mandolin. A founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in 1966, John instigated the 1972 classic ‘Will the Circle Be Unbroken’ album.
With his powerful voice and honest approach, Whitmore comes from the land, growing up on a family farm in Iowa. He’s played in basements, backyards, festival stages, and Carnegie Hall, and has no plans to stop anytime soon.
Fill the holidays with rock and modern blues! Chicago’s Billboard chart-topping quartet is bringing their Holiday Concert to town. They ignite a bright flame by harnessing a joyful friction between Americana, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll spiked with roots soul.
Its members have long been actively reshaping the acoustic musical landscape. Enter Duke Ellington’s Nutcracker as they took the opportunity to salute and re-invent this wildly multi-faceted work anew through the lens of the American String Band.
The high-energy doo-wop group delivers harmonies, humor, and holiday cheer with Jingle Bell Rock, A Harmonious Hysterical Holiday Hit. Great entertainment for the family – witty, uplifting, and fun! A perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing.
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