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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. PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Pert Near Sandstone to Perform Road to Blue Ox Show at Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (April 22, 2024) – String Band Pert Near Sandstone will stop at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake for their Road To Blue Ox Tour on Saturday, June 01 at 7:30 p.m. Pert Near Sandstone first gathered around a microphone in a Minneapolis basement to record their debut album more than a decade ago. Since then, they have cemented their status as linchpins of the Midwestern acoustic scene with energized interpretations of the traditional old-time sound. Through constant touring and a variety of festival appearances, such as the prestigious Telluride Bluegrass Festival, as well as sharing bills on the road with the likes of Trampled By Turtles, Del McCoury Band, Sam Bush, and more, the band has tapped their fan base to undertake their most ambitious project to date: co-founding the Blue Ox Music Festival. Debuting in 2015, the festival has become an annual pilgrimage for roots music fans nationwide. It has featured some of the world’s most legendary and up-and-coming artists like Bela Fleck, Tyler Childers, Jerry Douglas, Margo Price, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Greensky Bluegrass, Shovels & Rope, Justin Townes Earle, The Infamous Stringdusters, Peter Rowan, and more. 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. It is supported also by The Alfred T. Peck Jr. Foundation. Tickets for Pert Near Sandstone’s performance on June 01 at 7:30 p.m. are $28 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 (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. PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Pert Near Sandstone to Perform Road to Blue Ox Show at Thrasher Opera House Green Lake, Wis. (April 22, 2024) – String Band Pert Near Sandstone will stop at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake for their Road To Blue Ox Tour on Saturday, June 01 at 7:30 p.m. Pert Near Sandstone first gathered around a microphone in a Minneapolis basement to record their debut album more than a decade ago. Since then, they have cemented their status as linchpins of the Midwestern acoustic scene with energized interpretations of the traditional old-time sound. Through constant touring and a variety of festival appearances, such as the prestigious Telluride Bluegrass Festival, as well as sharing bills on the road with the likes of Trampled By Turtles, Del McCoury Band, Sam Bush, and more, the band has tapped their fan base to undertake their most ambitious project to date: co-founding the Blue Ox Music Festival. Debuting in 2015, the festival has become an annual pilgrimage for roots music fans nationwide. It has featured some of the world’s most legendary and up-and-coming artists like Bela Fleck, Tyler Childers, Jerry Douglas, Margo Price, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Greensky Bluegrass, Shovels & Rope, Justin Townes Earle, The Infamous Stringdusters, Peter Rowan, and more. 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. It is supported also by The Alfred T. Peck Jr. Foundation. Tickets for Pert Near Sandstone’s performance on June 01 at 7:30 p.m. are $28 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 (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. 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 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 Summer Adventure Begins at Your Library! Ripon, WI- READY, SET, GO! Head into an adventure-themed summer with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! READ FOR FUN & PRIZES! Take 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for exciting prizes for kids, teens, and adults! DISCOVER LOCAL nature, history, and flavor with a custom “Adventure Ripon” activity log. Prizes will be awarded for completion. EXPLORE AREA LIBRARIES in person or by phone via the Winnefox “Library Explorer Passport Program.” Participation prizes will be awarded by the Winnefox Library System. ATTEND FREE EVENTS from pizza and trivia to dungeon masters and musicians, there’s something for all ages and stages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. EVENT SCHEDULE JUNE 10-15 MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Karl Stewart will present pictures and stories about his travels in Morocco. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for next week’s adventure to the Dominican Republic with Mandy Kimes. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 5-8 PM | D&D AND MORE: Join us for an evening of Dungeons and Dragons and other roleplaying games in which you immerse yourself in a world and character while problem-solving and collaborating with others! Beginners welcome. Recurs on the second Monday of July and August. Games are suitable for ages 11 years and up. TUESDAY, JUNE 11 at 6-8 PM | TEEN PIZZA & TRIVIA NIGHT It’s an evening of tantalizing trivia, plenty of pizza, and fantastic fun! Bring a friend, join a trivia team of up to 5 people, eat, compete, and vie for prizes. This event is for ages 11-17 years and registration is required so we are sure to have plenty of pizza and drinks for everyone. Register by calling 920-748-6160 or visiting the friendly front desk staff at the library. July and August teen events feature Chocolate Tasting and Glow-in-the Dark Painting. Register for one or all three at once! WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 at 4-6 PM | SUNCATCHER CRAFT & YOGA: Enjoy a lovely and accessible suncatcher craft and sun-themed yoga and movement with Ripon Parks and Recreation. Fifteen-minute yoga sessions are offered at 4:15, 4:45, 5:15 and 5:45 PM. A healthy snack will be served. This event is for all ages. Yoga mats provided or bring your own. THURSDAY, JUNE 13 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN: Down on the Farm: Children and caregivers enjoy stories, music, and exciting hands-on activities! Designed for kids 3-8 years old but FUN for all ages! Bring the grandparents, older siblings, and friends for an adventure everyone will enjoy. June 13 features farm-themed stories and songs plus a very special visit with Great and Small Farm’s baby goats! Family Fun recurs on Thursday mornings through July 25, minus July 4. Each week offers a new and exciting theme with June 20th focusing on the Power of Pollinators with Ripon College partners. FRIDAY, JUNE 14 at 1 PM | V3NTO BRASS TRIO: The dynamic V3NTO Brass Trio is on a mission to revolutionize brass trio music! They unearth hidden gems, craft fresh compositions, & ignite excitement through educational programs. Winners of the 2012 Chicago Brass Festival Ensemble Competition, their debut album S.O.S. in 2015 captivated audiences, showcasing their boundless energy and creativity. Q&A + Cookies following the performance! This family-friendly concert is sponsored by the Green Lake Festival of Music and suitable for all ages. SATURDAY, JUNE 15 at 9 AM—NOON | ANNUAL CHILDREN’S FAIR at RIPON HIGH SCHOOL, 850 TIGER DRIVE: Sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, this free annual event focuses on connecting kids and families to community resources while serving up tons of fun! In recognition of 100 years of service, this year’s event will be better than ever. Ripon Noon Kiwanis provides goody bags to the first 200 kids (8 years and younger) to arrive, plus entry into drawings for valuable door prizes to all! Community partners and financial supporters include the Webster Foundation, Ripon Public Library, and the City of Ripon. 2024 features entertainment by the world-travelled comedic juggling duo, Miller and Mike, community vehicle tours with Ripon’s police, fire and emergency departments, Midwest Photo Party booth, mini golf, bouncy castle, a Community Art Show and interactive information stations! Enjoy visiting with professionals offering services to kids and families. From doctors to daycares, to preschools and assorted family services, have fun learning about all our area has to offer. Stations offer fun activities for the kiddos too! 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. Upcoming dates are June 7th and July 5th. Vintage video game night returns in June sponsored by the Wisconsin Computer Club. We still pull our vintage board/card games, so people have that option too. As always free popcorn. Please join us for Vintage Game Night and have a good old time. https://bit.ly/4dG9lqG The Wild Rose Kiwanis will hold their next Brat Fry Fundraiser at the C-S Co-Op this Saturday, June 8 from 10 AM until 3 PM. The group will be serving up another tasty menu of brats, hamburgers, and hot dogs. Carry-outs are also available. All proceeds will be used to support programs which benefit area youth. Help the church Mission team for their trip to Liberia Africa. Children can also introduce their doll/stuffed animal during share time. On display will be historical dolls and accessories. It is $5 per person. Dolly and Me tickets can be purchased online at https://www.marathoncountyhistory.org/news-and-events/dolly-and-me and tickets will also be available at the door. For more information, please contact Marathon County Historical Society at (715) 842-5750. https://fb.me/e/1Snnxk6uyK The Wild Rose Kiwanis will hold their next Brat Fry Fundraiser at the C-S Co-Op this Saturday, June 8 from 10 AM until 3 PM. The group will be serving up another tasty menu of brats, hamburgers, and hot dogs. Carry-outs are also available. All proceeds will be used to support programs which benefit area youth. Help the church Mission team for their trip to Liberia Africa. Children can also introduce their doll/stuffed animal during share time. On display will be historical dolls and accessories. It is $5 per person. Dolly and Me tickets can be purchased online at https://www.marathoncountyhistory.org/news-and-events/dolly-and-me and tickets will also be available at the door. For more information, please contact Marathon County Historical Society at (715) 842-5750. https://fb.me/e/1Snnxk6uyK Upcoming at the Berlin Public Library Read this summer to earn rewards and entries into great prize drawings! Register on the Beanstack Tracker app or on the Beanstack website, or pick up paper reading cards at the library. Summer Reading Challenges are available for all ages: children, teens, and adults! Learn everything there is to know about our 2024 Summer Reading program here or view a brochure below: Thursday, June 13 at 1 pm In this interactive STEM show presented by Science Heroes, the audience will help our performers act out a treasure-hunting jungle adventure as they use storytelling to explore the science of air pressure, energy transfer, chemical changes and more! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. *Registration is required.* Wednesday, June 19 at 4 pm Outdoor Location To Be Determined Join self-taught survivalist, Woodsy Dude, as he teaches youth how to build a primitive survival shelter, how to signal for rescue, and how to catch food! Participants will also look at wild resources such as stone tools and bones. For ages 5-9. *Registration is required. Please call the library at 920-361-5420 to sign up.* Thank you the to following community partners for sponsoring Summer Reading programs & prizes! AJ’s Riverside Bijaks Culinary Cafe Bugle Mouth Bass Club Country Inn Friends of the Library St. John Lutheran School Wisconsin Timber Rattlers 10-11 am Ruth the Therapy Dog will be at the library to help children work on their reading aloud skills on Thursday, June 13 and Friday, June 28 from 10-11 am. Drop in to read her a story! No registration necessary. Summer Adventure Begins at Your Library! Ripon, WI- READY, SET, GO! Head into an adventure-themed summer with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! READ FOR FUN & PRIZES! Take 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for exciting prizes for kids, teens, and adults! DISCOVER LOCAL nature, history, and flavor with a custom “Adventure Ripon” activity log. Prizes will be awarded for completion. EXPLORE AREA LIBRARIES in person or by phone via the Winnefox “Library Explorer Passport Program.” Participation prizes will be awarded by the Winnefox Library System. ATTEND FREE EVENTS from pizza and trivia to dungeon masters and musicians, there’s something for all ages and stages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. EVENT SCHEDULE JUNE 10-15 MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Karl Stewart will present pictures and stories about his travels in Morocco. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for next week’s adventure to the Dominican Republic with Mandy Kimes. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 5-8 PM | D&D AND MORE: Join us for an evening of Dungeons and Dragons and other roleplaying games in which you immerse yourself in a world and character while problem-solving and collaborating with others! Beginners welcome. Recurs on the second Monday of July and August. Games are suitable for ages 11 years and up. TUESDAY, JUNE 11 at 6-8 PM | TEEN PIZZA & TRIVIA NIGHT It’s an evening of tantalizing trivia, plenty of pizza, and fantastic fun! Bring a friend, join a trivia team of up to 5 people, eat, compete, and vie for prizes. This event is for ages 11-17 years and registration is required so we are sure to have plenty of pizza and drinks for everyone. Register by calling 920-748-6160 or visiting the friendly front desk staff at the library. July and August teen events feature Chocolate Tasting and Glow-in-the Dark Painting. Register for one or all three at once! WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 at 4-6 PM | SUNCATCHER CRAFT & YOGA: Enjoy a lovely and accessible suncatcher craft and sun-themed yoga and movement with Ripon Parks and Recreation. Fifteen-minute yoga sessions are offered at 4:15, 4:45, 5:15 and 5:45 PM. A healthy snack will be served. This event is for all ages. Yoga mats provided or bring your own. THURSDAY, JUNE 13 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN: Down on the Farm: Children and caregivers enjoy stories, music, and exciting hands-on activities! Designed for kids 3-8 years old but FUN for all ages! Bring the grandparents, older siblings, and friends for an adventure everyone will enjoy. June 13 features farm-themed stories and songs plus a very special visit with Great and Small Farm’s baby goats! Family Fun recurs on Thursday mornings through July 25, minus July 4. Each week offers a new and exciting theme with June 20th focusing on the Power of Pollinators with Ripon College partners. FRIDAY, JUNE 14 at 1 PM | V3NTO BRASS TRIO: The dynamic V3NTO Brass Trio is on a mission to revolutionize brass trio music! They unearth hidden gems, craft fresh compositions, & ignite excitement through educational programs. Winners of the 2012 Chicago Brass Festival Ensemble Competition, their debut album S.O.S. in 2015 captivated audiences, showcasing their boundless energy and creativity. Q&A + Cookies following the performance! This family-friendly concert is sponsored by the Green Lake Festival of Music and suitable for all ages. SATURDAY, JUNE 15 at 9 AM—NOON | ANNUAL CHILDREN’S FAIR at RIPON HIGH SCHOOL, 850 TIGER DRIVE: Sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, this free annual event focuses on connecting kids and families to community resources while serving up tons of fun! In recognition of 100 years of service, this year’s event will be better than ever. Ripon Noon Kiwanis provides goody bags to the first 200 kids (8 years and younger) to arrive, plus entry into drawings for valuable door prizes to all! Community partners and financial supporters include the Webster Foundation, Ripon Public Library, and the City of Ripon. 2024 features entertainment by the world-travelled comedic juggling duo, Miller and Mike, community vehicle tours with Ripon’s police, fire and emergency departments, Midwest Photo Party booth, mini golf, bouncy castle, a Community Art Show and interactive information stations! Enjoy visiting with professionals offering services to kids and families. From doctors to daycares, to preschools and assorted family services, have fun learning about all our area has to offer. Stations offer fun activities for the kiddos too! 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. Summer Adventure Begins at Your Library! Ripon, WI- READY, SET, GO! Head into an adventure-themed summer with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! READ FOR FUN & PRIZES! Take 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for exciting prizes for kids, teens, and adults! DISCOVER LOCAL nature, history, and flavor with a custom “Adventure Ripon” activity log. Prizes will be awarded for completion. EXPLORE AREA LIBRARIES in person or by phone via the Winnefox “Library Explorer Passport Program.” Participation prizes will be awarded by the Winnefox Library System. ATTEND FREE EVENTS from pizza and trivia to dungeon masters and musicians, there’s something for all ages and stages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. EVENT SCHEDULE JUNE 10-15 MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Karl Stewart will present pictures and stories about his travels in Morocco. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for next week’s adventure to the Dominican Republic with Mandy Kimes. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 5-8 PM | D&D AND MORE: Join us for an evening of Dungeons and Dragons and other roleplaying games in which you immerse yourself in a world and character while problem-solving and collaborating with others! Beginners welcome. Recurs on the second Monday of July and August. Games are suitable for ages 11 years and up. TUESDAY, JUNE 11 at 6-8 PM | TEEN PIZZA & TRIVIA NIGHT It’s an evening of tantalizing trivia, plenty of pizza, and fantastic fun! Bring a friend, join a trivia team of up to 5 people, eat, compete, and vie for prizes. This event is for ages 11-17 years and registration is required so we are sure to have plenty of pizza and drinks for everyone. Register by calling 920-748-6160 or visiting the friendly front desk staff at the library. July and August teen events feature Chocolate Tasting and Glow-in-the Dark Painting. Register for one or all three at once! WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 at 4-6 PM | SUNCATCHER CRAFT & YOGA: Enjoy a lovely and accessible suncatcher craft and sun-themed yoga and movement with Ripon Parks and Recreation. Fifteen-minute yoga sessions are offered at 4:15, 4:45, 5:15 and 5:45 PM. A healthy snack will be served. This event is for all ages. Yoga mats provided or bring your own. THURSDAY, JUNE 13 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN: Down on the Farm: Children and caregivers enjoy stories, music, and exciting hands-on activities! Designed for kids 3-8 years old but FUN for all ages! Bring the grandparents, older siblings, and friends for an adventure everyone will enjoy. June 13 features farm-themed stories and songs plus a very special visit with Great and Small Farm’s baby goats! Family Fun recurs on Thursday mornings through July 25, minus July 4. Each week offers a new and exciting theme with June 20th focusing on the Power of Pollinators with Ripon College partners. FRIDAY, JUNE 14 at 1 PM | V3NTO BRASS TRIO: The dynamic V3NTO Brass Trio is on a mission to revolutionize brass trio music! They unearth hidden gems, craft fresh compositions, & ignite excitement through educational programs. Winners of the 2012 Chicago Brass Festival Ensemble Competition, their debut album S.O.S. in 2015 captivated audiences, showcasing their boundless energy and creativity. Q&A + Cookies following the performance! This family-friendly concert is sponsored by the Green Lake Festival of Music and suitable for all ages. SATURDAY, JUNE 15 at 9 AM—NOON | ANNUAL CHILDREN’S FAIR at RIPON HIGH SCHOOL, 850 TIGER DRIVE: Sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, this free annual event focuses on connecting kids and families to community resources while serving up tons of fun! In recognition of 100 years of service, this year’s event will be better than ever. Ripon Noon Kiwanis provides goody bags to the first 200 kids (8 years and younger) to arrive, plus entry into drawings for valuable door prizes to all! Community partners and financial supporters include the Webster Foundation, Ripon Public Library, and the City of Ripon. 2024 features entertainment by the world-travelled comedic juggling duo, Miller and Mike, community vehicle tours with Ripon’s police, fire and emergency departments, Midwest Photo Party booth, mini golf, bouncy castle, a Community Art Show and interactive information stations! Enjoy visiting with professionals offering services to kids and families. From doctors to daycares, to preschools and assorted family services, have fun learning about all our area has to offer. Stations offer fun activities for the kiddos too! 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. Upcoming at the Berlin Public Library Read this summer to earn rewards and entries into great prize drawings! Register on the Beanstack Tracker app or on the Beanstack website, or pick up paper reading cards at the library. Summer Reading Challenges are available for all ages: children, teens, and adults! Learn everything there is to know about our 2024 Summer Reading program here or view a brochure below: Thursday, June 13 at 1 pm In this interactive STEM show presented by Science Heroes, the audience will help our performers act out a treasure-hunting jungle adventure as they use storytelling to explore the science of air pressure, energy transfer, chemical changes and more! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. *Registration is required.* Wednesday, June 19 at 4 pm Outdoor Location To Be Determined Join self-taught survivalist, Woodsy Dude, as he teaches youth how to build a primitive survival shelter, how to signal for rescue, and how to catch food! Participants will also look at wild resources such as stone tools and bones. For ages 5-9. *Registration is required. Please call the library at 920-361-5420 to sign up.* Thank you the to following community partners for sponsoring Summer Reading programs & prizes! AJ’s Riverside Bijaks Culinary Cafe Bugle Mouth Bass Club Country Inn Friends of the Library St. John Lutheran School Wisconsin Timber Rattlers 10-11 am Ruth the Therapy Dog will be at the library to help children work on their reading aloud skills on Thursday, June 13 and Friday, June 28 from 10-11 am. Drop in to read her a story! No registration necessary. Summer Adventure Begins at Your Library! Ripon, WI- READY, SET, GO! Head into an adventure-themed summer with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! READ FOR FUN & PRIZES! Take 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for exciting prizes for kids, teens, and adults! DISCOVER LOCAL nature, history, and flavor with a custom “Adventure Ripon” activity log. Prizes will be awarded for completion. EXPLORE AREA LIBRARIES in person or by phone via the Winnefox “Library Explorer Passport Program.” Participation prizes will be awarded by the Winnefox Library System. ATTEND FREE EVENTS from pizza and trivia to dungeon masters and musicians, there’s something for all ages and stages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. EVENT SCHEDULE JUNE 10-15 MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Karl Stewart will present pictures and stories about his travels in Morocco. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for next week’s adventure to the Dominican Republic with Mandy Kimes. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 5-8 PM | D&D AND MORE: Join us for an evening of Dungeons and Dragons and other roleplaying games in which you immerse yourself in a world and character while problem-solving and collaborating with others! Beginners welcome. Recurs on the second Monday of July and August. Games are suitable for ages 11 years and up. TUESDAY, JUNE 11 at 6-8 PM | TEEN PIZZA & TRIVIA NIGHT It’s an evening of tantalizing trivia, plenty of pizza, and fantastic fun! Bring a friend, join a trivia team of up to 5 people, eat, compete, and vie for prizes. This event is for ages 11-17 years and registration is required so we are sure to have plenty of pizza and drinks for everyone. Register by calling 920-748-6160 or visiting the friendly front desk staff at the library. July and August teen events feature Chocolate Tasting and Glow-in-the Dark Painting. Register for one or all three at once! WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 at 4-6 PM | SUNCATCHER CRAFT & YOGA: Enjoy a lovely and accessible suncatcher craft and sun-themed yoga and movement with Ripon Parks and Recreation. Fifteen-minute yoga sessions are offered at 4:15, 4:45, 5:15 and 5:45 PM. A healthy snack will be served. This event is for all ages. Yoga mats provided or bring your own. THURSDAY, JUNE 13 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN: Down on the Farm: Children and caregivers enjoy stories, music, and exciting hands-on activities! Designed for kids 3-8 years old but FUN for all ages! Bring the grandparents, older siblings, and friends for an adventure everyone will enjoy. June 13 features farm-themed stories and songs plus a very special visit with Great and Small Farm’s baby goats! Family Fun recurs on Thursday mornings through July 25, minus July 4. Each week offers a new and exciting theme with June 20th focusing on the Power of Pollinators with Ripon College partners. FRIDAY, JUNE 14 at 1 PM | V3NTO BRASS TRIO: The dynamic V3NTO Brass Trio is on a mission to revolutionize brass trio music! They unearth hidden gems, craft fresh compositions, & ignite excitement through educational programs. Winners of the 2012 Chicago Brass Festival Ensemble Competition, their debut album S.O.S. in 2015 captivated audiences, showcasing their boundless energy and creativity. Q&A + Cookies following the performance! This family-friendly concert is sponsored by the Green Lake Festival of Music and suitable for all ages. SATURDAY, JUNE 15 at 9 AM—NOON | ANNUAL CHILDREN’S FAIR at RIPON HIGH SCHOOL, 850 TIGER DRIVE: Sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, this free annual event focuses on connecting kids and families to community resources while serving up tons of fun! In recognition of 100 years of service, this year’s event will be better than ever. Ripon Noon Kiwanis provides goody bags to the first 200 kids (8 years and younger) to arrive, plus entry into drawings for valuable door prizes to all! Community partners and financial supporters include the Webster Foundation, Ripon Public Library, and the City of Ripon. 2024 features entertainment by the world-travelled comedic juggling duo, Miller and Mike, community vehicle tours with Ripon’s police, fire and emergency departments, Midwest Photo Party booth, mini golf, bouncy castle, a Community Art Show and interactive information stations! Enjoy visiting with professionals offering services to kids and families. From doctors to daycares, to preschools and assorted family services, have fun learning about all our area has to offer. Stations offer fun activities for the kiddos too! 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. Summer Adventure Begins at Your Library! Ripon, WI- READY, SET, GO! Head into an adventure-themed summer with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! READ FOR FUN & PRIZES! Take 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for exciting prizes for kids, teens, and adults! DISCOVER LOCAL nature, history, and flavor with a custom “Adventure Ripon” activity log. Prizes will be awarded for completion. EXPLORE AREA LIBRARIES in person or by phone via the Winnefox “Library Explorer Passport Program.” Participation prizes will be awarded by the Winnefox Library System. ATTEND FREE EVENTS from pizza and trivia to dungeon masters and musicians, there’s something for all ages and stages! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. EVENT SCHEDULE JUNE 10-15 MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Karl Stewart will present pictures and stories about his travels in Morocco. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for next week’s adventure to the Dominican Republic with Mandy Kimes. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 10 at 5-8 PM | D&D AND MORE: Join us for an evening of Dungeons and Dragons and other roleplaying games in which you immerse yourself in a world and character while problem-solving and collaborating with others! Beginners welcome. Recurs on the second Monday of July and August. Games are suitable for ages 11 years and up. TUESDAY, JUNE 11 at 6-8 PM | TEEN PIZZA & TRIVIA NIGHT It’s an evening of tantalizing trivia, plenty of pizza, and fantastic fun! Bring a friend, join a trivia team of up to 5 people, eat, compete, and vie for prizes. This event is for ages 11-17 years and registration is required so we are sure to have plenty of pizza and drinks for everyone. Register by calling 920-748-6160 or visiting the friendly front desk staff at the library. July and August teen events feature Chocolate Tasting and Glow-in-the Dark Painting. Register for one or all three at once! WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12 at 4-6 PM | SUNCATCHER CRAFT & YOGA: Enjoy a lovely and accessible suncatcher craft and sun-themed yoga and movement with Ripon Parks and Recreation. Fifteen-minute yoga sessions are offered at 4:15, 4:45, 5:15 and 5:45 PM. A healthy snack will be served. This event is for all ages. Yoga mats provided or bring your own. THURSDAY, JUNE 13 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN: Down on the Farm: Children and caregivers enjoy stories, music, and exciting hands-on activities! Designed for kids 3-8 years old but FUN for all ages! Bring the grandparents, older siblings, and friends for an adventure everyone will enjoy. June 13 features farm-themed stories and songs plus a very special visit with Great and Small Farm’s baby goats! Family Fun recurs on Thursday mornings through July 25, minus July 4. Each week offers a new and exciting theme with June 20th focusing on the Power of Pollinators with Ripon College partners. FRIDAY, JUNE 14 at 1 PM | V3NTO BRASS TRIO: The dynamic V3NTO Brass Trio is on a mission to revolutionize brass trio music! They unearth hidden gems, craft fresh compositions, & ignite excitement through educational programs. Winners of the 2012 Chicago Brass Festival Ensemble Competition, their debut album S.O.S. in 2015 captivated audiences, showcasing their boundless energy and creativity. Q&A + Cookies following the performance! This family-friendly concert is sponsored by the Green Lake Festival of Music and suitable for all ages. SATURDAY, JUNE 15 at 9 AM—NOON | ANNUAL CHILDREN’S FAIR at RIPON HIGH SCHOOL, 850 TIGER DRIVE: Sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, this free annual event focuses on connecting kids and families to community resources while serving up tons of fun! In recognition of 100 years of service, this year’s event will be better than ever. Ripon Noon Kiwanis provides goody bags to the first 200 kids (8 years and younger) to arrive, plus entry into drawings for valuable door prizes to all! Community partners and financial supporters include the Webster Foundation, Ripon Public Library, and the City of Ripon. 2024 features entertainment by the world-travelled comedic juggling duo, Miller and Mike, community vehicle tours with Ripon’s police, fire and emergency departments, Midwest Photo Party booth, mini golf, bouncy castle, a Community Art Show and interactive information stations! Enjoy visiting with professionals offering services to kids and families. From doctors to daycares, to preschools and assorted family services, have fun learning about all our area has to offer. Stations offer fun activities for the kiddos too! 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. Across the street at the Woodson History Center we have our regular exhibits and children’s room. We’re making history fun for your little ones at Storytime in the Garden. For more information, please contact the Marathon County Historical Society at (715) 842-5750 or info@marathoncountyhistory.org. https://fb.me/e/4thMAKRUE The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) is excited to announce they will be holding open auditions for their summer musical production of, “The Wizard of Oz,” June 14th-17th at the First Congregational Church, 220 Ransom St., in Ripon. Auditions are open to ages 8-Adult. Performances are August 16th-18th at the Ripon High School. “This is a great, classic musical,” said director Brian Reilly. “There are roles for kids for kids, but there are especially roles for adults, both lead parts and chorus roles; there are speaking parts, non-speaking parts, non-singing parts. This will be an opportunity for the entire family and the community at large.” Children’s Auditions are Fri. June 14th from 4:30-7:30 pm, and Sat. June 15th 2-5 pm. Adult Auditions are Sun. June 16th & Mon. June 17th 6-9 pm; with rehearsals starting the last week of June. Rehearsals will, on average, take place weekday evenings, with some weekends, but not all actors will need to attend every rehearsal to start. Primary roles include: Dorothy Gale, Aunt Em/Glinda, Uncle Henry, Mrs. Gulch/Wicked Witch, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, and many chorus roles for various ages. Auditioners should prepare up to two minutes of a vocal audition, choosing a song suitable to their voice and appropriate for general audiences. The song may be from the show or in a similar style. Questions about auditions, or to be part of the crew, can be sent to: riponareacommunitytheatre@gmail.com. The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis. ANNUAL CHILDREN’S FAIR – 2024 SAT JUN 15 | 9 AM—NOON | RIPON HIGH SCHOOL, 850 TIGER DRIVE Sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, this free annual event focuses on connecting kids and families to community resources while serving up tons of fun! In recognition of 100 years of service, this year’s event will be better than ever. Ripon Noon Kiwanis provides goody bags to the first 200 kids (8 years and younger) to arrive, plus entry into drawings for valuable door prizes to all! Community partners and financial supporters include the Webster Foundation, Ripon Public Library, and the City of Ripon. ENTERTAINMENT 9AM-NOON The comedic juggling duo Miller & Mike offers a 10 AM show and strolling entertainment from 9-10 AM and again from 11 AM-NOON. Miller & Mike have worked around the world entertaining audiences for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, MTV, The Today Show, the Travel Channel, and others. Remarkable circus skills, boundless energy, and good, clean fun will make their show a favorite family memory! ACTIVE FUN! The Children’s Fair offers an abundance of activities for many ages and stages! Drop in to enjoy mini golf, a bouncy house, a Romper Room play area, yard games, Midwest Photo Party’s photo booth, City of Ripon community vehicle tours (fire truck, squad car, ambulance), and MORE! INFORMATION STATIONS + KID-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES Enjoy visiting with a host of professionals offering services to kids and families. From doctors to daycares, to preschools and assorted family services, have fun learning about all our area has to offer. Stations offer fun activities for the kiddos too! COMMUNITY ART SHOW The 2024 fair includes a Community Art Show in partnership with Ripon College Circle K! Age divisions include K-2nd grade, 3-5th grade, Middle/ High School, and College/Adult. Artistic categories include drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, pottery, and fiber. Enjoy this opportunity to take in the creative gifts of area residents. In addition, annual coloring contest entries, for K-5th grade, will be displayed among the art. Visit the Centennial tab on the Ripon Noon Kiwanis website to find printable coloring entries, or get them at the Ripon Public Library! Entries may be dropped off at the public library or mailed to PO BOX 504 Ripon. Registration is not required to attend, nor is residence in Ripon. Come one, come all! ### 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/ Participating organizations include: The Prairie Enthusiasts, Wild Ones, Waushara Gardeners, Pheasants Forever, Save Our Songbirds, East Central WI Beekeepers Association, Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin, Central WI Invasives Partnership, Pass It On Outdoor Mentors, Waushara Public Health (Walk-The-Waush program), Ice Age Trail Alliance, Natural Resources Foundation of WI, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, and more. The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) is excited to announce they will be holding open auditions for their summer musical production of, “The Wizard of Oz,” June 14th-17th at the First Congregational Church, 220 Ransom St., in Ripon. Auditions are open to ages 8-Adult. Performances are August 16th-18th at the Ripon High School. “This is a great, classic musical,” said director Brian Reilly. “There are roles for kids for kids, but there are especially roles for adults, both lead parts and chorus roles; there are speaking parts, non-speaking parts, non-singing parts. This will be an opportunity for the entire family and the community at large.” Children’s Auditions are Fri. June 14th from 4:30-7:30 pm, and Sat. June 15th 2-5 pm. Adult Auditions are Sun. June 16th & Mon. June 17th 6-9 pm; with rehearsals starting the last week of June. Rehearsals will, on average, take place weekday evenings, with some weekends, but not all actors will need to attend every rehearsal to start. Primary roles include: Dorothy Gale, Aunt Em/Glinda, Uncle Henry, Mrs. Gulch/Wicked Witch, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, and many chorus roles for various ages. Auditioners should prepare up to two minutes of a vocal audition, choosing a song suitable to their voice and appropriate for general audiences. The song may be from the show or in a similar style. Questions about auditions, or to be part of the crew, can be sent to: riponareacommunitytheatre@gmail.com. The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis. ANNUAL CHILDREN’S FAIR – 2024 SAT JUN 15 | 9 AM—NOON | RIPON HIGH SCHOOL, 850 TIGER DRIVE Sponsored by Ripon Noon Kiwanis, this free annual event focuses on connecting kids and families to community resources while serving up tons of fun! In recognition of 100 years of service, this year’s event will be better than ever. Ripon Noon Kiwanis provides goody bags to the first 200 kids (8 years and younger) to arrive, plus entry into drawings for valuable door prizes to all! Community partners and financial supporters include the Webster Foundation, Ripon Public Library, and the City of Ripon. ENTERTAINMENT 9AM-NOON The comedic juggling duo Miller & Mike offers a 10 AM show and strolling entertainment from 9-10 AM and again from 11 AM-NOON. Miller & Mike have worked around the world entertaining audiences for the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, MTV, The Today Show, the Travel Channel, and others. Remarkable circus skills, boundless energy, and good, clean fun will make their show a favorite family memory! ACTIVE FUN! The Children’s Fair offers an abundance of activities for many ages and stages! Drop in to enjoy mini golf, a bouncy house, a Romper Room play area, yard games, Midwest Photo Party’s photo booth, City of Ripon community vehicle tours (fire truck, squad car, ambulance), and MORE! INFORMATION STATIONS + KID-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES Enjoy visiting with a host of professionals offering services to kids and families. From doctors to daycares, to preschools and assorted family services, have fun learning about all our area has to offer. Stations offer fun activities for the kiddos too! COMMUNITY ART SHOW The 2024 fair includes a Community Art Show in partnership with Ripon College Circle K! Age divisions include K-2nd grade, 3-5th grade, Middle/ High School, and College/Adult. Artistic categories include drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, pottery, and fiber. Enjoy this opportunity to take in the creative gifts of area residents. In addition, annual coloring contest entries, for K-5th grade, will be displayed among the art. Visit the Centennial tab on the Ripon Noon Kiwanis website to find printable coloring entries, or get them at the Ripon Public Library! Entries may be dropped off at the public library or mailed to PO BOX 504 Ripon. Registration is not required to attend, nor is residence in Ripon. Come one, come all! ### 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/ Participating organizations include: The Prairie Enthusiasts, Wild Ones, Waushara Gardeners, Pheasants Forever, Save Our Songbirds, East Central WI Beekeepers Association, Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin, Central WI Invasives Partnership, Pass It On Outdoor Mentors, Waushara Public Health (Walk-The-Waush program), Ice Age Trail Alliance, Natural Resources Foundation of WI, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, and more. The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) is excited to announce they will be holding open auditions for their summer musical production of, “The Wizard of Oz,” June 14th-17th at the First Congregational Church, 220 Ransom St., in Ripon. Auditions are open to ages 8-Adult. Performances are August 16th-18th at the Ripon High School. “This is a great, classic musical,” said director Brian Reilly. “There are roles for kids for kids, but there are especially roles for adults, both lead parts and chorus roles; there are speaking parts, non-speaking parts, non-singing parts. This will be an opportunity for the entire family and the community at large.” Children’s Auditions are Fri. June 14th from 4:30-7:30 pm, and Sat. June 15th 2-5 pm. Adult Auditions are Sun. June 16th & Mon. June 17th 6-9 pm; with rehearsals starting the last week of June. Rehearsals will, on average, take place weekday evenings, with some weekends, but not all actors will need to attend every rehearsal to start. Primary roles include: Dorothy Gale, Aunt Em/Glinda, Uncle Henry, Mrs. Gulch/Wicked Witch, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, and many chorus roles for various ages. Auditioners should prepare up to two minutes of a vocal audition, choosing a song suitable to their voice and appropriate for general audiences. The song may be from the show or in a similar style. Questions about auditions, or to be part of the crew, can be sent to: riponareacommunitytheatre@gmail.com. The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis. The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) is excited to announce they will be holding open auditions for their summer musical production of, “The Wizard of Oz,” June 14th-17th at the First Congregational Church, 220 Ransom St., in Ripon. Auditions are open to ages 8-Adult. Performances are August 16th-18th at the Ripon High School. “This is a great, classic musical,” said director Brian Reilly. “There are roles for kids for kids, but there are especially roles for adults, both lead parts and chorus roles; there are speaking parts, non-speaking parts, non-singing parts. This will be an opportunity for the entire family and the community at large.” Children’s Auditions are Fri. June 14th from 4:30-7:30 pm, and Sat. June 15th 2-5 pm. Adult Auditions are Sun. June 16th & Mon. June 17th 6-9 pm; with rehearsals starting the last week of June. Rehearsals will, on average, take place weekday evenings, with some weekends, but not all actors will need to attend every rehearsal to start. Primary roles include: Dorothy Gale, Aunt Em/Glinda, Uncle Henry, Mrs. Gulch/Wicked Witch, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, and many chorus roles for various ages. Auditioners should prepare up to two minutes of a vocal audition, choosing a song suitable to their voice and appropriate for general audiences. The song may be from the show or in a similar style. Questions about auditions, or to be part of the crew, can be sent to: riponareacommunitytheatre@gmail.com. The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis. The Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) is excited to announce they will be holding open auditions for their summer musical production of, “The Wizard of Oz,” June 14th-17th at the First Congregational Church, 220 Ransom St., in Ripon. Auditions are open to ages 8-Adult. Performances are August 16th-18th at the Ripon High School. “This is a great, classic musical,” said director Brian Reilly. “There are roles for kids for kids, but there are especially roles for adults, both lead parts and chorus roles; there are speaking parts, non-speaking parts, non-singing parts. This will be an opportunity for the entire family and the community at large.” Children’s Auditions are Fri. June 14th from 4:30-7:30 pm, and Sat. June 15th 2-5 pm. Adult Auditions are Sun. June 16th & Mon. June 17th 6-9 pm; with rehearsals starting the last week of June. Rehearsals will, on average, take place weekday evenings, with some weekends, but not all actors will need to attend every rehearsal to start. Primary roles include: Dorothy Gale, Aunt Em/Glinda, Uncle Henry, Mrs. Gulch/Wicked Witch, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, and many chorus roles for various ages. Auditioners should prepare up to two minutes of a vocal audition, choosing a song suitable to their voice and appropriate for general audiences. The song may be from the show or in a similar style. Questions about auditions, or to be part of the crew, can be sent to: riponareacommunitytheatre@gmail.com. The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis. Upcoming at the Berlin Public Library Read this summer to earn rewards and entries into great prize drawings! Register on the Beanstack Tracker app or on the Beanstack website, or pick up paper reading cards at the library. Summer Reading Challenges are available for all ages: children, teens, and adults! Learn everything there is to know about our 2024 Summer Reading program here or view a brochure below: Thursday, June 13 at 1 pm In this interactive STEM show presented by Science Heroes, the audience will help our performers act out a treasure-hunting jungle adventure as they use storytelling to explore the science of air pressure, energy transfer, chemical changes and more! This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. *Registration is required.* Wednesday, June 19 at 4 pm Outdoor Location To Be Determined Join self-taught survivalist, Woodsy Dude, as he teaches youth how to build a primitive survival shelter, how to signal for rescue, and how to catch food! Participants will also look at wild resources such as stone tools and bones. For ages 5-9. *Registration is required. Please call the library at 920-361-5420 to sign up.* Thank you the to following community partners for sponsoring Summer Reading programs & prizes! AJ’s Riverside Bijaks Culinary Cafe Bugle Mouth Bass Club Country Inn Friends of the Library St. John Lutheran School Wisconsin Timber Rattlers 10-11 am Ruth the Therapy Dog will be at the library to help children work on their reading aloud skills on Thursday, June 13 and Friday, June 28 from 10-11 am. Drop in to read her a story! No registration necessary. PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Missoula Children’s Theatre ROBIN HOOD Auditions An audition for the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) production of ROBIN HOOD will be held on June 17 at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake from 4 pm to 6 pm. Those auditioning should arrive at 3:45 pm and plan to stay for two hours. Some cast members will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the audition. The roles to be cast are Robin Hood, Maid Marion, Marion’s Maid, Prince John, the Sheriff of Nottingham, the Foresters, the Aristocrats, the Merry Band, the Guards, the Horsemen, and the Skunks. All students entering 1st through 12th grade are encouraged to audition. No advance preparation is necessary. Assistant Directors will also be cast to assist with the technical aspects of the production. The Missoula Children’s Theatre touring productions include costumes, scenery, and props. MCT Tour Actors/Directors will conduct rehearsals throughout the week from 4 pm to 8 pm each day. There is no fee to participate, thanks to our generous sponsors. ROBIN HOOD will be presented on Saturday, June 22, at Thrasher Opera House at 3 pm or 5:30 pm. Tickets are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – The Missoula Children’s Theatre residency in Green Lake is supported by Party for the Arts Sponsors, Green Lake Rotary, Horicon Bank, Sassafras, and Bergstrom Automotive. For more information, call Thrasher at 920.294.4279 =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 (RACT) is excited to announce they will be holding open auditions for their summer musical production of, “The Wizard of Oz,” June 14th-17th at the First Congregational Church, 220 Ransom St., in Ripon. Auditions are open to ages 8-Adult. Performances are August 16th-18th at the Ripon High School. “This is a great, classic musical,” said director Brian Reilly. “There are roles for kids for kids, but there are especially roles for adults, both lead parts and chorus roles; there are speaking parts, non-speaking parts, non-singing parts. This will be an opportunity for the entire family and the community at large.” Children’s Auditions are Fri. June 14th from 4:30-7:30 pm, and Sat. June 15th 2-5 pm. Adult Auditions are Sun. June 16th & Mon. June 17th 6-9 pm; with rehearsals starting the last week of June. Rehearsals will, on average, take place weekday evenings, with some weekends, but not all actors will need to attend every rehearsal to start. Primary roles include: Dorothy Gale, Aunt Em/Glinda, Uncle Henry, Mrs. Gulch/Wicked Witch, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, and many chorus roles for various ages. Auditioners should prepare up to two minutes of a vocal audition, choosing a song suitable to their voice and appropriate for general audiences. The song may be from the show or in a similar style. Questions about auditions, or to be part of the crew, can be sent to: riponareacommunitytheatre@gmail.com. The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis. PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jason Mansmith Miya Grunert Joins the Thrasher Opera House Team Green Lake, Wis. (June 13, 2024) – Thrasher Opera House welcomes Miya Grunert as its new Marketing Team Member. Miya is from Ripon and is currently going to Moraine Park Technical College for Graphic Design. She volunteers by photographing various events in the community. She enjoys going to all the different events to take pictures. She is excited to be joining and is looking forward to it. 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 Ladies Auxiliary Amvets Post 13 in Redgranite, will be selling hotdogs on the second and fourth Saturday of the month in Redgranite at the Civic Center. Amvets Post 13 will fill in selling food on the Saturdays that the Auxiliary doesn’t sell. Chia Tia (a low impact exercise for mind and body to relax your body) is at 8 am every Saturday at Veterans Park in Redgranite. Quarry Committee Brat Fry will be on Sunday July 14,2024 at the Redgranite Quarry from 11-2 pm . Berlin Rotary Burgers & Brat & Fry outside at Frank’s Meats, downtown Berlin on Friday, June 21 from 10:30a.m.-2:30 p.m. 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 RELEASE FOR EVENTS JUNE 24-27 6/17/24 ADVENTURE BEGINS AT YOUR LIBRARY Ripon, WI- An adventure-themed summer continues with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. PRIZES FOR KIDS, TEENS, AND ADULTS! Don’t miss this chance to win prizes and valuable gift cards to local businesses including Mugs and More, Sweet and Saulty, Sassy’s Pops A Lot, Campus Cinema, Chamber Bucks, Kwik Trip, Knuth’s Brewing Company, and Roadhouse Pizza! All it takes is 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for prize drawings. EVENT SCHEDULE: JUNE 24-27 MONDAY, JUNE 24 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Julia Manor will present pictures and stories about her travels in Italy. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for the next adventure, July 8, to our National Parks with Dawn and Gary Scholtens. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 24 at 6:30 PM | BOOK CLUB: Still Life With Bread Crumbs by Anna Quindlen The story begins with an imagined gunshot and ends with a new tin roof. Between the two is a wry and knowing portrait of Rebecca Winter, a photographer whose work made her an unlikely heroine for many women. 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. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 at 4 PM | LUMBERJACKS: Award-winning author, filmmaker, & songwriter Bill Jamerson brings history alive through music & storytelling! Adventure back to the days of Lumberjack Camps with true stories, tall tales, & toe-tapping songs! Dressed in period costume, the one-hour performance is as entertaining as it is important, as honest as it is fun. Mr. Jamerson’s show brings people, both ordinary and extraordinary, to life with stories of strength, wit, and charm. Many such stories were passed down to Bill from his grandfather who was a cook in a lumber camp and others whose family members worked in the woods. THURSDAY, JUNE 27 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN Hometown Style: Family Fun features stories, music, and hands-on activities with ages 3-8 years in mind but fun for the whole family! This week will focus on everyday places and people that make their communities wonderful and include a special visit from Officer Trevor Hanke and K-9 Rony! As Rony is set to retire, learn more about the process to secure the city’s next K-9 officer, Rony’s Recruit. Next week, July 4, the library is closed. Come back on July 11 for Smokey the Bear’s 80th birthday party including cupcakes and fire safety tips. HONORING THE RED, WHITE, AND BLUE! In honor of the Fourth of July holiday, programming July 1-5 is limited to a Red, White, and Blue Take and Make craft kit for all ages. Drop in to pick up a kit Wednesday, July third, while supplies last. The library will be closed on Thursday, July 4. 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/ Poy Sippi Lions Invite You to Poy Sippi Days! Sat., June 22, 9a-6p Poy Sippi Community park Food-music-prizes-FUN 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 RELEASE FOR EVENTS JUNE 24-27 6/17/24 ADVENTURE BEGINS AT YOUR LIBRARY Ripon, WI- An adventure-themed summer continues with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. PRIZES FOR KIDS, TEENS, AND ADULTS! Don’t miss this chance to win prizes and valuable gift cards to local businesses including Mugs and More, Sweet and Saulty, Sassy’s Pops A Lot, Campus Cinema, Chamber Bucks, Kwik Trip, Knuth’s Brewing Company, and Roadhouse Pizza! All it takes is 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for prize drawings. EVENT SCHEDULE: JUNE 24-27 MONDAY, JUNE 24 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Julia Manor will present pictures and stories about her travels in Italy. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for the next adventure, July 8, to our National Parks with Dawn and Gary Scholtens. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 24 at 6:30 PM | BOOK CLUB: Still Life With Bread Crumbs by Anna Quindlen The story begins with an imagined gunshot and ends with a new tin roof. Between the two is a wry and knowing portrait of Rebecca Winter, a photographer whose work made her an unlikely heroine for many women. 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. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 at 4 PM | LUMBERJACKS: Award-winning author, filmmaker, & songwriter Bill Jamerson brings history alive through music & storytelling! Adventure back to the days of Lumberjack Camps with true stories, tall tales, & toe-tapping songs! Dressed in period costume, the one-hour performance is as entertaining as it is important, as honest as it is fun. Mr. Jamerson’s show brings people, both ordinary and extraordinary, to life with stories of strength, wit, and charm. Many such stories were passed down to Bill from his grandfather who was a cook in a lumber camp and others whose family members worked in the woods. THURSDAY, JUNE 27 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN Hometown Style: Family Fun features stories, music, and hands-on activities with ages 3-8 years in mind but fun for the whole family! This week will focus on everyday places and people that make their communities wonderful and include a special visit from Officer Trevor Hanke and K-9 Rony! As Rony is set to retire, learn more about the process to secure the city’s next K-9 officer, Rony’s Recruit. Next week, July 4, the library is closed. Come back on July 11 for Smokey the Bear’s 80th birthday party including cupcakes and fire safety tips. HONORING THE RED, WHITE, AND BLUE! In honor of the Fourth of July holiday, programming July 1-5 is limited to a Red, White, and Blue Take and Make craft kit for all ages. Drop in to pick up a kit Wednesday, July third, while supplies last. The library will be closed on Thursday, July 4. 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/ Poy Sippi Lions Invite You to Poy Sippi Days! Sat., June 22, 9a-6p Poy Sippi Community park Food-music-prizes-FUN 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 RELEASE FOR EVENTS JUNE 24-27 6/17/24 ADVENTURE BEGINS AT YOUR LIBRARY Ripon, WI- An adventure-themed summer continues with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. PRIZES FOR KIDS, TEENS, AND ADULTS! Don’t miss this chance to win prizes and valuable gift cards to local businesses including Mugs and More, Sweet and Saulty, Sassy’s Pops A Lot, Campus Cinema, Chamber Bucks, Kwik Trip, Knuth’s Brewing Company, and Roadhouse Pizza! All it takes is 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for prize drawings. EVENT SCHEDULE: JUNE 24-27 MONDAY, JUNE 24 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Julia Manor will present pictures and stories about her travels in Italy. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for the next adventure, July 8, to our National Parks with Dawn and Gary Scholtens. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 24 at 6:30 PM | BOOK CLUB: Still Life With Bread Crumbs by Anna Quindlen The story begins with an imagined gunshot and ends with a new tin roof. Between the two is a wry and knowing portrait of Rebecca Winter, a photographer whose work made her an unlikely heroine for many women. 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. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 at 4 PM | LUMBERJACKS: Award-winning author, filmmaker, & songwriter Bill Jamerson brings history alive through music & storytelling! Adventure back to the days of Lumberjack Camps with true stories, tall tales, & toe-tapping songs! Dressed in period costume, the one-hour performance is as entertaining as it is important, as honest as it is fun. Mr. Jamerson’s show brings people, both ordinary and extraordinary, to life with stories of strength, wit, and charm. Many such stories were passed down to Bill from his grandfather who was a cook in a lumber camp and others whose family members worked in the woods. THURSDAY, JUNE 27 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN Hometown Style: Family Fun features stories, music, and hands-on activities with ages 3-8 years in mind but fun for the whole family! This week will focus on everyday places and people that make their communities wonderful and include a special visit from Officer Trevor Hanke and K-9 Rony! As Rony is set to retire, learn more about the process to secure the city’s next K-9 officer, Rony’s Recruit. Next week, July 4, the library is closed. Come back on July 11 for Smokey the Bear’s 80th birthday party including cupcakes and fire safety tips. HONORING THE RED, WHITE, AND BLUE! In honor of the Fourth of July holiday, programming July 1-5 is limited to a Red, White, and Blue Take and Make craft kit for all ages. Drop in to pick up a kit Wednesday, July third, while supplies last. The library will be closed on Thursday, July 4. 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 RELEASE FOR EVENTS JUNE 24-27 6/17/24 ADVENTURE BEGINS AT YOUR LIBRARY Ripon, WI- An adventure-themed summer continues with the Ripon Public Library’s something-for-everyone summer lineup! Thanks to the Friends of the Library and other generous partners, programming is always free, and registration is not required unless noted. PRIZES FOR KIDS, TEENS, AND ADULTS! Don’t miss this chance to win prizes and valuable gift cards to local businesses including Mugs and More, Sweet and Saulty, Sassy’s Pops A Lot, Campus Cinema, Chamber Bucks, Kwik Trip, Knuth’s Brewing Company, and Roadhouse Pizza! All it takes is 30 seconds to register at the library’s front desk, then every time you check out reading materials your participation is automatically logged by staff. Check out reading material 3 out of 4 weeks each month to be eligible for prize drawings. EVENT SCHEDULE: JUNE 24-27 MONDAY, JUNE 24 at 12 PM | ARMCHAIR TRAVEL: Explore the world from the comfort of the library or your own home with “Armchair Travel,” a six-week series occurring most Mondays at 12 PM in which locals share their travel adventures! Join in person or via Zoom. This week Julia Manor will present pictures and stories about her travels in Italy. Bring your own snack or lunch if you wish. Cookies & beverages served. Mark your calendars for the next adventure, July 8, to our National Parks with Dawn and Gary Scholtens. Series suited to ages 10 years and up. A Zoom link is available on the library website and Facebook page. MONDAY, JUNE 24 at 6:30 PM | BOOK CLUB: Still Life With Bread Crumbs by Anna Quindlen The story begins with an imagined gunshot and ends with a new tin roof. Between the two is a wry and knowing portrait of Rebecca Winter, a photographer whose work made her an unlikely heroine for many women. 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. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26 at 4 PM | LUMBERJACKS: Award-winning author, filmmaker, & songwriter Bill Jamerson brings history alive through music & storytelling! Adventure back to the days of Lumberjack Camps with true stories, tall tales, & toe-tapping songs! Dressed in period costume, the one-hour performance is as entertaining as it is important, as honest as it is fun. Mr. Jamerson’s show brings people, both ordinary and extraordinary, to life with stories of strength, wit, and charm. Many such stories were passed down to Bill from his grandfather who was a cook in a lumber camp and others whose family members worked in the woods. THURSDAY, JUNE 27 at 10 AM | FAMILY FUN Hometown Style: Family Fun features stories, music, and hands-on activities with ages 3-8 years in mind but fun for the whole family! This week will focus on everyday places and people that make their communities wonderful and include a special visit from Officer Trevor Hanke and K-9 Rony! As Rony is set to retire, learn more about the process to secure the city’s next K-9 officer, Rony’s Recruit. Next week, July 4, the library is closed. Come back on July 11 for Smokey the Bear’s 80th birthday party including cupcakes and fire safety tips. HONORING THE RED, WHITE, AND BLUE! In honor of the Fourth of July holiday, programming July 1-5 is limited to a Red, White, and Blue Take and Make craft kit for all ages. Drop in to pick up a kit Wednesday, July third, while supplies last. The library will be closed on Thursday, July 4. 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/ Scott Kirby Outdoor Performance in Green Lake Green Lake, Wis. (May 13, 2024) – Singer, songwriter, guitarist, storyteller, sailor, and road warrior are all words that aptly describe Scott Kirby. Kirby will play on Thursday, June 27, at the Havey’s Lakeside Lot (475 Lake Street, Green Lake) at 7:00 p.m., Writing songs for a new CD, performing 150 live shows a year throughout the US and Canada, and holding down the stage at his club—Key West’s Smokin’ Tuna Saloon—keep the barnacles off this modern-day troubadour. A creative lyricist and accomplished finger-style acoustic guitarist with an expressive voice, Kirby describes himself as a direct descendent of the ’70s singer/songwriter movement. When it comes to songwriting, Kirby respects authenticity and counts on everyday life and his coastal roots for much of his inspiration. “I don’t wake up every day thinking about writing the next commercial hit,” says Kirby. “Songwriting for me is about telling stories, expressing emotions, and commentary on things I may find funny or absurd.” Over the years, Kirby has shared the stage with some of his favorite artists: Carole King, Jimmy Buffett, Livingston Taylor, Tom Rush, Mac McAnally, Peter Mayer, and others. When not on the road or performing in Key West, Kirby splits his time between Livingston, Montana, and the coast of New Hampshire, where he can often be found sailing, a lifelong passion of this descendent of Newfoundland fishers. Audience members should bring their own lawn chairs; we ask for no beverage carry-ins, as a bar and cocktails will be available. This event is generously underwritten by Mike and Jill Havey and Havey Communications. Tickets for the Scott Kirby performance on June 27 at 7:00 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 =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 Berlin Public Library July 2024 News & Programs Happy July 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 July programs: Storytime: Our Wednesday 10 am Storytime will return in the fall! Tiny Tots: Stories and Songs First Friday of each month at 10 am For babies and toddlers Wednesday Evening Book Club: Meets the third Wednesday of the month at 6 pm Mystery Mondays Book Club: Meets the last Monday of the month at 2 pm Stitching Together Group: Knitting/crocheting/needlework group that meets the last Tuesday of the month at 2 pm Hours Mon-Thurs: 9 am – 8 pm Friday: 9 am – 6 pm Saturday: 9 am – 1 pm Sunday: Closed 4th of July Holiday Hours Wed., July 3: 9 am – 5 pm Thurs., July 4: Closed Regular hours resume Fri., July 5 Have a safe and happy 4th of July! Read this summer and win prizes! Register on the Beanstack Tracker app or on the Beanstack website, or pick up paper reading cards at the library. Summer Reading Challenges are available for all ages: children, teens, and adults! Thank you to our Summer Reading Sponsors! AJ’s Riverside Bijaks Culinary Cafe Bugle Mouth Bass Club Country Inn Fazoli’s Friends of the Library Kwik Trip McDonald’s Shepard’s Drive-In St. John’s Parent Teacher League Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Tuesday, July 2 from 1-3 pm Explore the Fae friends and foes from the world of Spiderwick. We will plan and prepare for a faerie hunt, test your Fae knowledge, document magical encounters, create our very own seeing devices, and more. For ages 8 and up. Sign up soon! Call 920-361-5420 to register! Join us every week for fun programs this summer! Thursday, July 11 at 6 pm Learn about and visit with the animals of J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue, including snakes, lizards, insects, spiders, hedgehogs, birds, and more. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. *Registration is required.* Thursday, July 18 from 3-6 pm Bring the whole family and join us outside the library from 3-6 pm for fun yard games and activities, including giant bubbles, giant Jenga and other games, ladder toss, parachutes, cornhole and more! No registration necessary. Saturday, July 20 from 9-11 am Fish with the Berlin Bugle Mouth Bass Club at Riverside Park from 9-11 am. Fishing poles and bait will be provided if you don’t have your own. Participants should meet in the parking lot by the boat slip in Riverside Park. *Registration is required.* Thursday, July 25 at 1 pm Prepare for eye-popping illusions, dazzling balloon twisters, stunts with live animals along with seemingly impossible tricks in an unusual and incredible display of magic when award-winning magicians Magic Morgan and Liliana take the stage. This program is sponsored by St. John’s Parent Teacher League. *Registration is required.* Friday, July 19 at 1 pm Join us for a free showing of Dune (2022, rated PG-13). Friday, August 9 from 6:30-8:30 pm Gather up your pals (or come solo to meet new ones) and join us after-hours at the library for board games and snacks! This event is for ages 16 and up. Bring a favorite board game to share or play one of the library’s many games! *Registration by August 7 is required.* Instantly read, listen, and watch with your Berlin Library card. Borrow free eBooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your library. Instantly borrow and stream movies free with your library card.om Winnefox library users now have access to Kanopy Kids, a video streaming platform collection that features entertaining and educational films, TV series, and videos for kids! Kanopy Kids includes developmentally appropriate, age-based ratings, as well as additional parental controls. Enjoy storybook adaptions, film shorts, and PBS/BBC shows. Checkout this hiking daypack kit to assist you on your next outdoor adventure! The kit includes a light-weight daypack, trekking poles, a compass, first aid kit, emergency whistle, headlamp, binoculars, and outdoor guides. Recommended for ages 16 and up. *For a limited time, get a free Wisconsin State Park Day Pass when you checkout this kit (limit 1 per family).* Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Brian H. Barlow, Pastor In this program, historian Ben Clark recounts the compelling and complicated story that was Neal Brown’s life, to understand the man and the myth. Archivist and historian at the Marathon County Historical Society. He produces and hosts our weekly History Chats livestreams and he oversees the museum’s archival collections. The History Speaks lecture series is presented in cooperation with the Marathon County Public Library system. Brian H. Barlow, Pastor
Event Name: 13th Annual Veterans Benefit & Ride Event Location: Marine Corps League Clubhouse, 4715 Sherman Road, Oshkosh, WI 54901 Event Date: 06.01.2024 Start & End Time: 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Event Details: We will be having a self-guided poker run for motorcycles or any other type of vehicle, with 5 stops. Cost for the poker run is $20.00 per participant and includes the poker hand and a meal following the ride. Registration will be on June 1st from 9:00 am. until 1100 a.m. Riders should return to the Winnebago Detachment Marine Corps League #357 to obtain their poker hand.
There will be different raffles held which will include donations from many Wisconsin Sports Teams (Milwaukee Brewers, Wisconsin Herd, Green Bay Packers, Green Bay Gamblers, etc.), tickets to Wisconsin Attractions, Casino Packages, overnight stays, and many other items donated from area businesses. In addition, there will also be a gun raffle. Drawings for the gun raffle and other raffles will begin at 7:15 p.m.
During the day there will be food and refreshments on the grounds and from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. the band Vice Versa will be playing. There is no cover charge to enter the grounds.
Please join us and support our local Veterans! How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Call 920-235-2222
http://www.winnebagodet357.org
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April 22, 2024
920.294.4279
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Marketing Director Event Name: 13th Annual Veterans Benefit & Ride Event Location: Marine Corps League Clubhouse, 4715 Sherman Road, Oshkosh, WI 54901 Event Date: 06.01.2024 Start & End Time: 9:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Event Details: We will be having a self-guided poker run for motorcycles or any other type of vehicle, with 5 stops. Cost for the poker run is $20.00 per participant and includes the poker hand and a meal following the ride. Registration will be on June 1st from 9:00 am. until 1100 a.m. Riders should return to the Winnebago Detachment Marine Corps League #357 to obtain their poker hand.
There will be different raffles held which will include donations from many Wisconsin Sports Teams (Milwaukee Brewers, Wisconsin Herd, Green Bay Packers, Green Bay Gamblers, etc.), tickets to Wisconsin Attractions, Casino Packages, overnight stays, and many other items donated from area businesses. In addition, there will also be a gun raffle. Drawings for the gun raffle and other raffles will begin at 7:15 p.m.
During the day there will be food and refreshments on the grounds and from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. the band Vice Versa will be playing. There is no cover charge to enter the grounds.
Please join us and support our local Veterans! How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Call 920-235-2222
http://www.winnebagodet357.org
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April 22, 2024
920.294.4279
jason@thrasheroperahouse.com
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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.
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May 01, 2024
920.294.4279
jason@thrasheroperahouse.com
Marketing Director Event Name: Marathon County Historical Society presents Vintage Game Night Event Location: Woodson History Center 410 Mcindoe Street Wausau WI 54403 Event Date: 06.07.2024 Start & End Time: 5:30-8:30 pm Event Details: The Marathon County Historical Society Vintage Game Night is now the First Friday of each month from 5:30-8:30 pm at the Woodson History Center (410 Mcindoe St. Wausau). We have 100’s of vintage games (past and present) to choose from and people can come and go as they please. You can even bring your own game to play. Hungry Hungry Hippos, Monopoly, Uno, Clue, card games, team games, children’s games and even the popular Chicken Nugget game! We’ve got something for everyone. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.marathoncountyhistory.org/calendar-of-events
715-842-5750vent Name: Rebel Alliance Theatre presents True West June 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 Event Location: First Congregational Church 137 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh Wisconsin Event Date: 06.07.2024 Start & End Time: 7 pm to 10 pm Event Details: Rebel Alliance Theatre presents
True West by Sam Shepard
Friday and Saturday June 7 & 8
Friday and Saturday June 14 & 15
Friday and Saturday June 21 & 22
Doors open at 6:30PM
Showtime: 7PM
First Congregational Church
137 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh 54901
This show contains themes that may not be comfortable for all audiences – parental guidance is encouraged.
Tickets are $18 to $25
Purchase tickets at the door or at ko-fi.com/rebelalliancetheatre
True West is a play by celebrated American dramatist Sam Shepard, who played a pivotal role in off-Broadway theatre development. “You sound just like the old man.” “Yeah, well, we all sound alike when we’re sloshed. We just echo each other.” An estranged brother rolls into town, and with him the echoes of a time long past. But who’s the real stranger in this family? Austin, the Ivy league screenwriter, ten years junior to Lee—a housebreaking vagabond just back from the Californian desert. But in this play uncomfortable dualities abound, between and within each character: nature and nurture, art and business, fiction and reality, civilization and the frontier, beginnings and endings, brother and brother.
Rebel Alliance Theatre’s first performance following their rousing LGTBQ program aims to continue developing our staff and craft to continue bringing genuine theatre at an affordable price. All performances take place at First Congregational Church in Oshkosh, 137 Algoma Blvd.
True West will be presented on Friday and Saturday June 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, the 21st and the 22nd. All shows start at 7PM (doors open at 6:30PM). Tickets for True West can be purchased at the door on show nights or online: ko-fi.com/rebelalliancetheatre. Ticket prices are on a sliding scale of $18-25. This show contains mature themes and parental guidance is recommended. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.facebook.com/events/980490793593906/980490813593904
rebelalliancetheatre@gmail.com
Event Name: Liberia Mission Team Car Wash / Brat Fry & Bake Sale Event Location: Waushara Community Church, N2126 22nd Ave. Hwy 21, Wautoma WI Event Date: 06.08.2024 Start & End Time: 10 AM -2PM Event Details: Come support the Liberia 2024 Mission Team by the blessing of your attendance.
Suggested donation for these events: get your car washed and have a meal, just a car wash, come for lunch, grab a Dessert and learn more about the trip scheduled for this August & meet the team.How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Wausharacommunitychurch.org; 920-787-7148, 920-450-3052 Event Name: Marathon County Historical Society presents My Dolly and Me: A Garden Party Event Location: Yawkey House Garden 403 Mcindoe Street Wausau WI 54403 Event Date: 06.08.2024 Start & End Time: 1:00-3:00 pm Event Details: The Marathon County Historical Society has the most beautiful garden in the City of Wausau. What a perfect place for the Marathon County Historical Society to host our annual My Dolly and Me: A Garden Party. On Saturday, June 8th from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm, children (and a parent/caregiver) are welcome to bring their dolly or stuffed animal to enjoy treats, stories, a craft and doll displays. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.marathoncountyhistory.org/calendar-of-events
715-842-5750 Event Name: Liberia Mission Team Car Wash / Brat Fry & Bake Sale Event Location: Waushara Community Church, N2126 22nd Ave. Hwy 21, Wautoma WI Event Date: 06.08.2024 Start & End Time: 10 AM -2PM Event Details: Come support the Liberia 2024 Mission Team by the blessing of your attendance.
Suggested donation for these events: get your car washed and have a meal, just a car wash, come for lunch, grab a Dessert and learn more about the trip scheduled for this August & meet the team.How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Wausharacommunitychurch.org; 920-787-7148, 920-450-3052 Event Name: Marathon County Historical Society presents My Dolly and Me: A Garden Party Event Location: Yawkey House Garden 403 Mcindoe Street Wausau WI 54403 Event Date: 06.08.2024 Start & End Time: 1:00-3:00 pm Event Details: The Marathon County Historical Society has the most beautiful garden in the City of Wausau. What a perfect place for the Marathon County Historical Society to host our annual My Dolly and Me: A Garden Party. On Saturday, June 8th from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm, children (and a parent/caregiver) are welcome to bring their dolly or stuffed animal to enjoy treats, stories, a craft and doll displays. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.marathoncountyhistory.org/calendar-of-events
715-842-5750
Adventure Begins At Your Library
Summer Reading Program 2024
June 10 – July 31
Summer Reading 2024 Register for These Exciting Youth Events
Adventure of the Lost Treasure Register Here 
Outdoor Explorers Survival Skills Read with Ruth the Therapy Dog
Two Opportunities to Read with Ruth! Thursday, June 13 AND Friday, June 28
Adventure Begins At Your Library
Summer Reading Program 2024
June 10 – July 31
Summer Reading 2024 Register for These Exciting Youth Events
Adventure of the Lost Treasure Register Here Outdoor Explorers Survival Skills Read with Ruth the Therapy Dog
Two Opportunities to Read with Ruth! Thursday, June 13 AND Friday, June 28
Event Name: Marathon County Historical Society presents Storytime in the Garden Event Location: Yawkey House Garden Event Date: 06.13.2024 Start & End Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm Event Details: From May to September, please join the Marathon County Historical Society, on the second Thursday of each month at 11:00 am for Storytime in the Garden. Returning to the stunning Yawkey House garden we’ll enjoy a couple storybooks in the pergola followed by a children’s craft in the Carriage House. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.marathoncountyhistory.org/calendar-of-events
715-842-5750Event Name: Waushara Nature Fair Event Location: Wautoma Library, 410 W Main St. Wautoma, WI Event Date: 06.15.2024 Start & End Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Event Details: A collaboration between Waushara residents and the Wautoma Library to bring conservation information and resources to area residents. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2564502437092451
Facebook Group (Waushara Nature Fair): https://www.facebook.com/groups/439882622099105
WausharaNatureFair@gmail.comEvent Name: Basket Raffle / Dinner Fundraiser Event Location: Wautoma Senior Center Event Date: 06.15.2024 Start & End Time: 1:00 PM -7:30 PM Event Details: Benefit for 2024 Liberia Mission Team.
An invitation to our Raffle & Dinner.
Hear about the details for the trip and meet the team.
Dinner at 4:30. Menu, Smoked Brisket, Baked Potato, Green Beans & Strawberry Shortcake. Cost is $20/person.
Please show your support, come for the raffle, the dinner or both.How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.facebook.com/share/p/jFGGDnCAoF7baW1x/?mibextid=oFDknk Event Name: Waushara Nature Fair Event Location: Wautoma Library, 410 W Main St. Wautoma, WI Event Date: 06.15.2024 Start & End Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Event Details: A collaboration between Waushara residents and the Wautoma Library to bring conservation information and resources to area residents. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2564502437092451
Facebook Group (Waushara Nature Fair): https://www.facebook.com/groups/439882622099105
WausharaNatureFair@gmail.comEvent Name: Basket Raffle / Dinner Fundraiser Event Location: Wautoma Senior Center Event Date: 06.15.2024 Start & End Time: 1:00 PM -7:30 PM Event Details: Benefit for 2024 Liberia Mission Team.
An invitation to our Raffle & Dinner.
Hear about the details for the trip and meet the team.
Dinner at 4:30. Menu, Smoked Brisket, Baked Potato, Green Beans & Strawberry Shortcake. Cost is $20/person.
Please show your support, come for the raffle, the dinner or both.How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): https://www.facebook.com/share/p/jFGGDnCAoF7baW1x/?mibextid=oFDknk Adventure Begins At Your Library
Summer Reading Program 2024
June 10 – July 31
Summer Reading 2024 Register for These Exciting Youth Events
Adventure of the Lost Treasure Register Here Outdoor Explorers Survival Skills Read with Ruth the Therapy Dog
Two Opportunities to Read with Ruth! Thursday, June 13 AND Friday, June 28
April 29, 2024
920.294.4279
jason@thrasheroperahouse.com
Marketing Director
June 13, 2024
920.294.4279
jason@thrasheroperahouse.com
Marketing Director Event Name: White Elephant / Rummage Sale Event Location: Wild Rose United Methodist Church 225 Summit Street Wild Rose Event Date: 06.22.2024 Start & End Time: 8:00-Noon Event Details: Wild Rose United Methodist Church Annual White Elephant/ Rummage Sale extended to Saturday June 22nd 8:00- Noon . Wild Rose United Methodist Church. 225 Summit Street. Wild Rose WI. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Melody Zink 920-622-3373
Church email: wrumc@centurytel.net
Church phone: 920-622-3800Event Name: Badger Mining Corporation Fairwater Sand Plant 75th Anniversary Open House Event Location: 106 Main St., Fairwater, WI 53931 Event Date: 06.22.2024 Start & End Time: 10am- 2 pm Event Details: Free Parking & Admission
Kids Games
Food & Ice Cream
Plant Tours
Heavy Equipment
Industrial Sand Displays
Historical Society ToursHow to get more details (Website/Phone Number): fairwater75@badgerminingcorp.com
920-361-2225Event Name: Imagine That Event Location: Peniel Welsh Chapel W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh WI Event Date: 06.22.2024 Start & End Time: 6:00-7:30 PM Event Details: Enjoy and evening of music with Kay Loberg and Judy Paulson as they present Imagine That, a variety of music from the 40s thru 70s. The concert begins at 6:00 PM at the historic Peniel Welsh Chapel, located at W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh WI. A free will offering will be taken. To celebrate June is Dairy Month and ice cream social will follow the program. PWCA is a 501(c)(3) organization. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): For more information visit www.wggaw.org; email boothlynette@hotmail.com or call 719-427-9239 Event Name: White Elephant / Rummage Sale Event Location: Wild Rose United Methodist Church 225 Summit Street Wild Rose Event Date: 06.22.2024 Start & End Time: 8:00-Noon Event Details: Wild Rose United Methodist Church Annual White Elephant/ Rummage Sale extended to Saturday June 22nd 8:00- Noon . Wild Rose United Methodist Church. 225 Summit Street. Wild Rose WI. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): Melody Zink 920-622-3373
Church email: wrumc@centurytel.net
Church phone: 920-622-3800Event Name: Badger Mining Corporation Fairwater Sand Plant 75th Anniversary Open House Event Location: 106 Main St., Fairwater, WI 53931 Event Date: 06.22.2024 Start & End Time: 10am- 2 pm Event Details: Free Parking & Admission
Kids Games
Food & Ice Cream
Plant Tours
Heavy Equipment
Industrial Sand Displays
Historical Society ToursHow to get more details (Website/Phone Number): fairwater75@badgerminingcorp.com
920-361-2225Event Name: Imagine That Event Location: Peniel Welsh Chapel W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh WI Event Date: 06.22.2024 Start & End Time: 6:00-7:30 PM Event Details: Enjoy and evening of music with Kay Loberg and Judy Paulson as they present Imagine That, a variety of music from the 40s thru 70s. The concert begins at 6:00 PM at the historic Peniel Welsh Chapel, located at W9644 Zoar Rd Oshkosh WI. A free will offering will be taken. To celebrate June is Dairy Month and ice cream social will follow the program. PWCA is a 501(c)(3) organization. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): For more information visit www.wggaw.org; email boothlynette@hotmail.com or call 719-427-9239
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Hiking Daypack Kit Available for Checkout Email: brianhbarlow@gmail.com Phone: 920 905-3551 Business Name: Oasis Christian Fellowship (Plainfield, WI) Questions?: We (Oasis Christian Fellowship) are holding a weekend music festival June 28-29, 2024, on the festival grounds of our church property located 2 miles s/e of downtown Plainfield. It is a renewal, of sorts, of the annual His Oasis Music Festivals of the late 1980’s-2006, now to be called Oasis Fest ’24.Contact:
Oasis Christian Fellowship
N5559 8th Ave.
Plainfield, WI 54966
best number: 920 905-3551 (cell)
also 715 335-6696 (home)Event Name: Marathon County Historical Society presents History Speaks – Sage of Wausau: Story of Neal Brown – Ben Clark Event Location: Woodson History Center 410 Mcindoe Street Wausau WI 54403 Event Date: 06.29.2024 Start & End Time: 2:00-3:00 pm Event Details: Neal Brown, the “Sage of Wausau,” was a man of many interests and talents. From his tremendous abilities as a lawyer, to his firm views on politics, literature, and the outdoors, to the invaluable role he played getting various Wausau Group ventures off the ground; Brown has left an important legacy that might not be as well-known today compared to some of his contemporaries. How to get more details (Website/Phone Number): (715) 842-5750
https://www.facebook.com/events/1113865089715298Email: brianhbarlow@gmail.com Phone: 920 905-3551 Business Name: Oasis Christian Fellowship (Plainfield, WI) Questions?: We (Oasis Christian Fellowship) are holding a weekend music festival June 28-29, 2024, on the festival grounds of our church property located 2 miles s/e of downtown Plainfield. It is a renewal, of sorts, of the annual His Oasis Music Festivals of the late 1980’s-2006, now to be called Oasis Fest ’24.Contact:
Oasis Christian Fellowship
N5559 8th Ave.
Plainfield, WI 54966
best number: 920 905-3551 (cell)
also 715 335-6696 (home)
