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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 03, 2023 CONTACT: Jason Mansmith 920.294.4279 jason@thrasheroperahouse.com

Green Lake, Wis. (April 03, 2023) – Green Lake’s historic Thrasher Opera House Gallery will be featuring the works of local artist KC Stewart. The exhibit by Stewart is currently on display at the Thrasher Opera House Gallery and runs through June 30.

KC Stewart is a multi-media artist whose comfort zone throughout life has been art and nature. Although art has never been KC’s “day job,” it’s always been a part of life. Stewart’s art has taken several forms, from fiber art to bookbinding, painting, and jewelry. It has existed in the shadows as a hobby and occasionally as a side hustle. Stewart can now focus a little more on the love of painting and experimenting with blending styles and media. Her current work intends to combine art and nature, abstract and landscape, and a little fairy dust is thrown in for good measure. KC has incorporated actual nature in moss, mud, grass, and pine needles into some pieces and loves to experiment with adding the textures I find in nature and using them as structural elements on the canvas. The color palette is reminiscent of the earth, sky, and water. But most important of all has been relearning the element of play. She says, “I am a testament to the concept that it’s never too late to follow a dream. This has been one of mine.”

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

March 14, 2023

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Waushara County Department of Aging Contact: Carolyn Schmidt (920) 787-0403, or Carolyn.Schmidt@co.Waushara.wi.us

Popular Program ‘Aging Mastery®’ Returns for Spring Session

Seniors looking to make small but impactful daily changes that lead to healthier living outcomes are invited to take part in the Aging Mastery Program®, a free, 6-week workshop sponsored by the Waushara County Department of Aging in conjunction with UW-Extension. This well-attended, on-going program was developed by the National Council on Aging and is held nationwide both in-person and virtually for people 55 and over.

The fundamentals of Aging Mastery® support modest lifestyle changes to empower and support health and longevity. Attendees walk away with skills and tools to achieve personal wellness goals. “Aging Mastery combines health and wellness curriculum with expert local presenters on a variety of topics that have direct links with aging,” says Carolyn Schmidt, Programs Specialist with Waushara County. Topics covered include Financial Fitness, Advance Planning, Falls Prevention, Healthy Eating and Hydration, and Exercise and You.

“One of the benefits of the program is getting to know others who are going through similar experiences as you are. I’ve watched participants walk away having learned tips not only from the materials and speakers, but also from each other. It’s an opportunity to learn and socialize by meeting new people too,” says Schmidt.

This in-person session of Aging Mastery® runs from April 6 – May 11, 2023, Thursdays, from 1:00pm 3:00pm at the Wautoma Library. You do not need to be a Waushara County resident to take part. There is no cost to attend the program which is geared for people 55+. Pre-registration is required by contacting the Department of Aging, (920) 787-0403.

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 03, 2023
CONTACT: Jason Mansmith
920.294.4279
jason@thrasheroperahouse.com

Roots Band Session Americana Returns to Thrasher on April 22

Green Lake, Wis. (April 03, 2023) – Session Americana will perform at Thrasher Opera House in Green
Lake, Wisconsin, on Saturday, April 22, at 7:30 p.m. A cast of top-shelf players, singers, and writers who
tour internationally, taking their songs, plus hundreds more from the American songbook, on the road.
Session Americana is an American roots music band known for its collaborative and improvisational
performance style. Founded in 2003 in the Boston area, the band consists of a rotating cast of musicians
who play a wide range of instruments, including guitar, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, bass, and drums. One of
Session Americana’s most distinctive features is their use of a single microphone during live
performances, which gives their shows an intimate and communal feel. The band members often swap
instruments and take turns singing lead vocals, creating a collaborative and improvisational atmosphere.
Session Americana has released several albums, including their most recent, “North East,” released in
2019. With their unique approach to live performance and eclectic blend of musical styles, Session
Americana has become a beloved and influential band in the American Roots music scene.
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.
Artist dining is provided by Murphy’s on Green and sponsored by Sean Engebretson of Creative
Contractors. Artist lodging is provided by the Heidel House Hotel & Conference Center.
Tickets for Session Americana’s performance on April 22 at 7:30 p.m. are $25 and available
at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279
Thrasher Opera House’s mission is to promote the arts and the power of live performance, provide a
community gathering place, and preserve the historic Thrasher Opera House—a charming, intimate,
friendly venue with excellent acoustics. Built-in 1910, restored in 1997, and on the National Register of
Historic Places. Seats 200. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com