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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2022 CONTACT: Jason Mansmith 920.294.4279 jason@thrasheroperahouse.com

Green Lake Artist Jennifer Aither’s Paintings at Thrasher through October

Green Lake, Wis. (September 26, 2022) – Jennifer Aither grew up in Green Lake WI. She moved across the country after graduating from college and eventually made her way back to the area. Jenn is a self-taught abstract artist. She has always loved creating art. In fact, had you asked her childhood self what she wanted to be when she grew up, she would have told you, “An artist”. Instead, she became a State Farm Agent, and her art took a back seat until 2019. When asked why she started painting, Aither replied, “One day I picked up a brush and I have not put it down since… I guess I have a lot to say.” Jenn’s art comes from the intersection of her soul and her imagination. She loves to use color, play with shapes, and create vibrant interesting pieces. She also prefers BIG! Her largest pieces to date are 5 ft by 6ft. While Jennifer prefers acrylic paints to oils, (less mess) she recently discovered watercolors and has been, “living in that space”.

Her exhibit will be displayed at the Thrasher Gallery until October 31. The Thrasher gallery is at 510 Mill St., Green Lake, WI, 54941. The gallery is open to the public on weekdays from 10 a.m. – to 4 p.m. and is accessible to concert patrons on event nights.

If you are a visual artist and would like to be considered for an exhibit at the Thrasher gallery, please get in touch with our office at info@thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279, Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House. A charming, intimate, friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com

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9/23/22

October

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its October lineup of special events for all ages! Thanks to funding from the Friends of the library, events and special offerings are always free. Registration is not required unless noted.

Ongoing Programs

Romper Room

Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play the room features a trike & trailer, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though older kids are welcome. The Romper Room is always open during regular library hours. Drop-ins are welcome, though reserving a specific play time with family and friends assures availability.

Monday Matinees

Every Monday at 2:00 p.m. enjoy a newly released or classic film on the big screen. For movie title and rating call the library or check the website.

For more information, call 920-748-6160, visit the library’s website, or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for the latest library news and information on programs and resources.

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Linda DeCramer | Youth Services Librarian

Ripon Public Library | 120 Jefferson Street

Ripon WI 54971 | 920-748-6160

decramer@riponlibrary.org

PRESS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

9/23/22

October

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its October lineup of special events for all ages! Thanks to funding from the Friends of the library, events and special offerings are always free. Registration is not required unless noted.

Storytime! | Saturday October 1 @ 10:00 AM |Tuesdays October 11– 25 @ 10:00 AM |Kids & Families

Welcome to active learning and fun, where early literacy and STEM concepts come to life through stories, music, movement, and enrichment activities. It’s a happy place for kids and caregivers to learn and play. All are welcome to Stay and Play in the Romper Room after Storytime. This active space allows kids to release their excess energy while simultaneously supporting social connections for adults and children.

Bead Pumpkin Take and Make | October 3-9 | All Ages Take and Make

Visit the checkout desk to pick up a fun bead pumpkin take and make kit! Available for all ages while supplies last.

Beanie Baby Taxidermy | Friday, October 14 Drop-in 10:00 AM – NOON | All Ages Event

Looking for something fun to do when school’s out? Revisit the Beanie Baby craze of the 1990s! Take a trip down memory lane while creating one-of-a-kind Beanie Baby wall art! Many examples of this hilarious craft are available online.

Halloween Teen Craft Spooktacular | Saturday, October 15 Drop-in 10:00 AM – NOON |Teen

Want to make something cool and spooky? Stop in and make some fun Halloween crafts! Crafts available will be upcycled spooky books, pet pompom spider, and DIY wands. Event for those in 6th -12th grade.

Boardgame Bonanza | Wednesday, October 19 @ 6:00 PM | Adult

Games, Games, Games! There will be a variety of board games available to play. No need to know how to play them ahead of time, staff will be on hand to teach games!

Tom Pease Concert + 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Celebration! | Saturday, October 22 @ 10:00 AM | Kid & Families

Musician Tom Pease, who can still do the splits while playing his guitar, performs a range of family favorites designed to bring out the sillies and honor the very best in humanity! Kids and families will dance, sing, and laugh along to Pease’s singular style. The event celebrates kids who have read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten with a diploma presented by Ripon Area School District and cupcakes for all!

Pinterest Craft Club: Spooky Upcycled Books | Thursday, October 27 @ 6:00 PM | Adult

Pinterest Craft Club is Halloween themed this month! Upcycle an old book into a fun and spooky Halloween decoration. All supplies needed for the craft will be provided. Registration required. Please call or visit the library to register.

Slightly Spooky (after hours) Special! |Friday, October 28 @ 6:15-7:30 PM | Kids & Families

Youth Services Librarian Linda DeCramer performs a variety of barely scary interactive stories and sing-along-songs the whole family can enjoy! Slightly spooky costumes are encouraged for all ages. A pizza and ice cream party follows. RSVPs are requested by October 26 to ensure enough food for everyone. Please note, the library closes at 6 PM though entry doors will remain open until 6:20 for those attending the event.

Teen Halloween Movie Night | Monday, October 31 @ 6:00 PM | Teen

Celebrate Halloween with a spooky movie based on a popular book series! Snacks and treats will be provided. Costumes welcome! Movie rating PG-13, For movie title call the library or check the website.

Ongoing Programs

Romper Room

Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play the room features a trike & trailer, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though older kids are welcome. The Romper Room is always open during regular library hours. Drop-ins are welcome, though reserving a specific play time with family and friends assures availability.

Monday Matinees

Every Monday at 2:00 p.m. enjoy a newly released or classic film on the big screen. For movie title and rating call the library or check the website.

For more information, call 920-748-6160, visit the library’s website, or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for the latest library news and information on programs and resources.

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Linda DeCramer | Youth Services Librarian

Ripon Public Library | 120 Jefferson Street

Ripon WI 54971 | 920-748-6160

decramer@riponlibrary.org

Poy Sippi Lions Club is looking to add to their awesome group!  If you have wanted to be a part of a group thatis constantly striving to improve our local communities, and be a part of the change you want to see, inquire with any Lions member.

Call or send a text to Carol at 414-403-4038.

PRESS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

9/23/22

October

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its October lineup of special events for all ages! Thanks to funding from the Friends of the library, events and special offerings are always free. Registration is not required unless noted.

Board Game Bonanza | Wednesday, October 19 @ 6:00 PM | Adult

Games, Games, Games! There will be a variety of board games available to play. No need to know how to play them ahead of time, staff will be on hand to teach games!

Tom Pease Concert + 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Celebration! | Saturday, October 22 @ 10:00 AM | Kid & Families

Musician Tom Pease, who can still do the splits while playing his guitar, performs a range of family favorites designed to bring out the sillies and honor the very best in humanity! Kids and families will dance, sing, and laugh along to Pease’s singular style. The event celebrates kids who have read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten with a diploma presented by Ripon Area School District and cupcakes for all!

Pinterest Craft Club: Spooky Upcycled Books | Thursday, October 27 @ 6:00 PM | Adult

Pinterest Craft Club is Halloween themed this month! Upcycle an old book into a fun and spooky Halloween decoration. All supplies needed for the craft will be provided. Registration required. Please call or visit the library to register.

Slightly Spooky (after hours) Special! |Friday, October 28 @ 6:15-7:30 PM | Kids & Families

Youth Services Librarian Linda DeCramer performs a variety of barely scary interactive stories and sing-along-songs the whole family can enjoy! Slightly spooky costumes are encouraged for all ages. A pizza and ice cream party follows. RSVPs are requested by October 26 to ensure enough food for everyone. Please note, the library closes at 6 PM though entry doors will remain open until 6:20 for those attending the event.

Teen Halloween Movie Night | Monday, October 31 @ 6:00 PM | Teen

Celebrate Halloween with a spooky movie based on a popular book series! Snacks and treats will be provided. Costumes welcome! Movie rating PG-13, For movie title call the library or check the website.

Ongoing Programs

Romper Room

Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play the room features a trike & trailer, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though older kids are welcome. The Romper Room is always open during regular library hours. Drop-ins are welcome, though reserving a specific play time with family and friends assures availability.

Monday Matinees

Every Monday at 2:00 p.m. enjoy a newly released or classic film on the big screen. For movie title and rating call the library or check the website.

For more information, call 920-748-6160, visit the library’s website, or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for the latest library news and information on programs and resources.

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Linda DeCramer | Youth Services Librarian

Ripon Public Library | 120 Jefferson Street

Ripon WI 54971 | 920-748-6160

decramer@riponlibrary.org

September 14, 2022 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Carolyn Schmidt 

Waushara County Department of Aging (920) 787-6509 

The Waushara County Department of Aging in partnership with UW Extension is pleased to announce the return of the Aging Mastery Program®. The 6-week health and wellness workshop is free for adults 55 and over, and begins October 6th.  

“This cutting edge, educational program is for adults who want to get as much information as they can from a variety of sources on a broad range of topics, before making decisions that are best for them as they age,” says Carolyn Schmidt, Programs Specialist for Waushara County. “Participants leave with actionable items every week that can help increase their well-being and help improve their overall outlook on aging.” 

The goal of this program is to empower older adults to make and maintain small but impactful changes. The classes will explore navigating longer lives, physical activity, sleep, healthy eating and hydration, financial fitness, medication management, advanced planning, healthy relationships, falls prevention, and community engagement. Easy to follow educational materials developed from highly trusted sources are provided, a checklist of potential next steps, and a system for tracking behaviors. The program was developed by the National Council on Aging (NCOA).   

The workshop runs Thursdays from October 6th – November 10th, from 9:30 til 11:30 at the Waushara County Courthouse, Demonstration Room. Registration is required. Contact the Department of Aging for more information or to register for the program: (920) 787-0403.  

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Saxeville Town Hall (Dining Center)
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
1:00p-2:30p
Mary Mlodzik, Transportation Coordinator

Plainfield Library
Monday, October 3, 2022
1:00p-2:30p
Cathy Duesterhoeft, Elder Benefit Specialist

Wild Rose Community Center
Thursday, October 20, 2022
9:30a—11:00a
Marty Bechard, Caregiver Coordinator

First Lutheran Church, Poy Sippi
Thursday, November 10, 2022
1:00p-2:30p
Cathy Duesterhoeft, Elder Benefit Specialist

PRESS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

9/23/22

October

Ripon, WI- Ripon Public Library is excited to announce its October lineup of special events for all ages! Thanks to funding from the Friends of the library, events and special offerings are always free. Registration is not required unless noted.

Tom Pease Concert + 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation Celebration! | Saturday, October 22 @ 10:00 AM | Kid & Families

Musician Tom Pease, who can still do the splits while playing his guitar, performs a range of family favorites designed to bring out the sillies and honor the very best in humanity! Kids and families will dance, sing, and laugh along to Pease’s singular style. The event celebrates kids who have read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten with a diploma presented by Ripon Area School District and cupcakes for all!

Pinterest Craft Club: Spooky Upcycled Books | Thursday, October 27 @ 6:00 PM | Adult

Pinterest Craft Club is Halloween themed this month! Upcycle an old book into a fun and spooky Halloween decoration. All supplies needed for the craft will be provided. Registration required. Please call or visit the library to register.

Slightly Spooky (after hours) Special! |Friday, October 28 @ 6:15-7:30 PM | Kids & Families

Youth Services Librarian Linda DeCramer performs a variety of barely scary interactive stories and sing-along-songs the whole family can enjoy! Slightly spooky costumes are encouraged for all ages. A pizza and ice cream party follows. RSVPs are requested by October 26 to ensure enough food for everyone. Please note, the library closes at 6 PM though entry doors will remain open until 6:20 for those attending the event.

Teen Halloween Movie Night | Monday, October 31 @ 6:00 PM | Teen

Celebrate Halloween with a spooky movie based on a popular book series! Snacks and treats will be provided. Costumes welcome! Movie rating PG-13, For movie title call the library or check the website.

Ongoing Programs

Romper Room

Physical activity and human connections are important for healthy, happy human beings, and the Romper Room facilitates both! Focusing on active play the room features a trike & trailer, foot-to-floor vehicles, a balance bike, tunnels, tumbling mats, balance beams, and more. The Romper Room is most engaging for ages 2-6 years, though older kids are welcome. The Romper Room is always open during regular library hours. Drop-ins are welcome, though reserving a specific play time with family and friends assures availability.

Monday Matinees

Every Monday at 2:00 p.m. enjoy a newly released or classic film on the big screen. For movie title and rating call the library or check the website.

For more information, call 920-748-6160, visit the library’s website, or follow Ripon Public Library on Facebook and Instagram for the latest library news and information on programs and resources.

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Linda DeCramer | Youth Services Librarian

Ripon Public Library | 120 Jefferson Street

Ripon WI 54971 | 920-748-6160

decramer@riponlibrary.org