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  • 01
    April 1, 2025

    Eats for the Arts to Happen April 03-13 Throughout Green Lake Area

    All day
    April 1, 2025

    Eats for the Arts to Happen April 03-13 Throughout Green Lake Area

     

    Green Lake, Wis. (February 17, 2025) – Eats for the Arts Restaurant Days, an initiative from the Thrasher Opera House, will kick off on Thursday, April 03, and continue through Sunday, April 13. The event will feature participating restaurants around the Green Lake area with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Thrasher Opera House, so every bite you take helps to enrich our local arts scene! Eats for the Arts: Restaurant Days aims to celebrate the culinary excellence in Green Lake, WI, and surrounding areas! “Eats for the Arts is back for its second year, and we’re thrilled to bring the community together again through great food and local support,” said Katie Menting, Thrasher Opera House Director of Development. “It’s the perfect excuse to enjoy a meal at one of our amazing participating restaurants while helping keep the arts alive in Green Lake and the surrounding area. We’re so grateful for the restaurants and diners who made this event a success!” Carrie Nolen owner of Sassafras Coffee in Green Lake said “We were excited to participate in this event and bring a little extra buzz to the

    coffee shop with specialty drinks inspired by staff favorites at Thrasher Opera House.  Let’s do it again.”


    Participating businesses in Green Lake, Ripon, Princeton, Berlin, and Montello include:

    The 300 Club – Green Lake, WI

    Adams Rib – Green Lake, WI
    Chops – Green Lake, WI
    CorNutrition – Berlin, WI
    Horseradish Kitchen + Market – Princeton, WI
    J’s BBQ – Ripon, WI
    Knuth Brewing Co. – Ripon, WI

    Mr. & Mrs. P’s – Ripon, WI
    Norton’s – Green Lake, WI
    Oakwood Bar & Coffee Lounge – Green Lake, WI
    Oakwood Restaurant – Green Lake, WI
    Oyster Crackers – Montello, WI
    The Public House – Ripon, WI
    RC Nutrition – Ripon, WI
    Sassafras Coffee – Green Lake, WI
    Waves Pub & Grill – Green Lake, WI

     

    Information and more details, including hours and menus of participating restaurants, are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com – Restaurant looking to join in the fun? There’s still time! Contact Thrasher for details.

     

    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 two hundred.

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  • 01
    April 1, 2025

    Presentation of two iPads to local community member Sam

    All day
    April 1, 2025
    Club presidents for both the Ripon Noon Kiwanis (Brian Reilly, Left) and Ripon Early Bird Kiwanis (Dave Schroeder, Right) recently presented two iPads to local community member Sam, who’s two children are on the Autism Spectrum.
    As part of the Wisconsin Upper Michigan Kiwanis district Autism Project, Kiwanis Clubs donate iPads for families with Children on the spectrum; which the children can use as part of their development and communication using specialized apps that suit their particular needs.
    The Autism Project has helped countless children grow and find their voice.
    Children with Autism are showing tremendous improvement when interacting  with programs that support academic concepts, comprehension, and direction following. Visually supported iPad apps help motivate these students’ ability to follow a schedule, complete multi-step directions, and transition between activities and places. Apps on the iPad are mutually beneficial for parents, siblings and other caregivers.
    Additional information about the Wisconsin Kiwanis Autism Project can be found at https://www.kiwanisautismproject.com/.
    The Ripon Noon Kiwanis meets Tuesdays at Noon in the Ripon College PDR; and the Early Bird Kiwanis meets Wednesday Mornings at 7am currently at Ripon Family Restaurant.
  • 03
    April 3, 2025

    Berlin Public Library April 2025 News & Programs

    All day
    April 3, 2025

    Berlin Public Library

    April 2025 News & Programs

    Happy April from the Berlin Public Library! Read on to learn about events, programs, and services offered this month at the library. Some programs may require registration. Click below to view a complete list of April programs:

    April Newsletter
    Regular Programs

    Storytime

    Every Wednesday at 10 am

    Tiny Tots: Stories and Songs

    First Friday of each month at 10 am

    For babies and toddlers

    Lego Challenge Mondays

    1st & 3rd Monday of the month

    3 – 5 pm

    For ages 6 – 11

    Wednesday Evening Book Club

    Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6 pm

    Friends of the Library

    4th Monday of the month at 5 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 – 5 pm

    Sunday: Closed

    Closed at 12 pm on Friday, April 18

    National Library Week

    Drawn to the Library

    April 6 – 12

    National Library Week is an annual celebration highlighting the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in transforming lives and strengthening our communities.

    Millions of people across the country visit their libraries every week. What’s the draw? Everything. From young families stopping in for play and storytime, to seniors seeking tech help and everyone in between, libraries help us connect the dots from one part of our journey to the next. Whatever draws you in, the library has something for everyone.

    Enjoy a StoryWalk & Prize Wheel

    April 7-12

    Enjoy a StoryWalk around the library’s property this week. A StoryWalk is an outdoor activity that combines literacy with physical activity. Pages from a children’s picture book are displayed along a path to encourage families to read and walk together. The prize wheel will make an appearance at the library on Wednesday, April 9 & Friday, April 11.

    Food for Fines

    April 7-12

    Bring in non-perishable, unexpired food items and receive $1 off your library fines per item. We will forgive up to $5 on your account (excludes charges for lost or damaged items).This promotion is for Berlin Library patrons only. Food donations benefit the Berlin Food Pantry.

    Bookmark Design Contest

    Begins Monday, April 7

    Entries due Saturday, April 19

    Pick up a submission form for our first ever Bookmark Design Contest! Entries will be displayed in the library as part of a viewer’s choice contest from April 21-30. The bookmark designs that receive the most votes in each age category will be professionally printed and distributed at the library! Open to all ages!

    Kay Roethel Meeting Room Open House & Dedication

    Wednesday, April 9 from 5:30-6:30 pm

    You’re invited to join us for an Open House in honor of our new meeting room dedicated to Kay Roethel, our longstanding Library Board President of 51 years! Join the Berlin Library Trustees, Staff, and Friends of the Library us for light refreshments in our new meeting space.

    All Ages Programs

    Neurographic Art

    Monday, April 14 at 4 pm

    Celebrate Stress Awareness Month by joining librarians Dani and Makayla to relax, draw lines, and paint using watercolors. Whether you’re artistically talented or not, this is a meditative, mindful exercise meant to calm and bring you inspiration through doodling. All ages are welcome!

    Pizza & Poetry Night

    Tuesday, April 22 at 5 pm

    Join us for an evening of shared words and warm slices! Celebrate National Poetry Month by bringing a favorite poem or two–whether it’s your own creation or a beloved classic–to share with fellow poetry enthusiasts. We’ll share our poems outloud and engage in conversation while we enjoy Domino’s pizza. All ages are welcome, so please select poems suitable for everyone.

    Registration by April 21 is required so we know how much pizza to order!

    RSVP Here

    Financial Literacy Month with Farmers & Merchants Bank

    It’s Financial Literacy Month! Farmers & Merchants Bank has provided materials that guide readers through their financial journey at all ages. From bookmarks, resources, and featured books in the lobby to fun coloring sheets and packets on the kids’ side, there’s something for everyone! Plus, stop in for a special Financial Literacy Storytime for the little ones on Wednesday April 9 at 10 am.

    Adult Programs

    Protecting Yourself from Cyber Fraud

    Wednesday, April 23

    Presentations at 1 pm and 6 pm

     

    Learn about the common tricks and scams used by cybercriminals to steal your information online. We’ll show you how to recognize these threats and give you simple, easy-to-follow steps to keep your personal information safe from fraud. Presented by Farmers & Merchants Bank. Free and open to all.

    Friday Matinee – A Complete Unknown

    Friday, May 2 at 1 pm

     

    Join us for a free showing of A Complete Unknown (rated R), the biographical musical drama about Bob Dylan starring Timothée Chalamet.

    Game Night

    Friday, May 2 at 1 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 April 30 is required.

    RSVP Here
    Ancestry 101

    Saturday, May 3 at 1 pm

    Have you always wanted to research your family history, but unsure of how to start? Start with Ancestry! The Ancestry Library Edition online resource is available for all to use in-library. Learn how to navigate this resource, search for records, and build your family tree at this free presentation by Brian Podoll, Genealogist with AncestryProGenealogist.

    Youth & Teen Programs

    Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt

    April 14-19

    Stop by anytime during the the week of April 14 to hunt for Easter Eggs all throughout the library!

    Blackout Poetry

    All Month Long

    Drop by the Young Adult Lounge to use upcycled books and magazines for Blackout Poetry throughout the month of April!

    Teen Library Club

    Wednesday, April 30 at 4 pm

    Meet with other teens and create and run your own programs at the library! 6th-12th graders interested in joining should contact Makayla at youthservices@berlinlibrary.org

    Free 24/7 Access to eBooks, Audiobooks, & More!

    Libby

    Borrow free eBooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from Wisconsin’s Digital Library.

    hoopla

    Instantly read, listen, and watch with your Berlin Library card.

    Kanopy

    Instantly borrow and stream movies free with your library card. Also try Kanopy Kids.

    Find your next read:

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  • 03
    April 3, 2025

    Skerryvore Returns to Green Lake to Play Two Shows at Thrasher Opera House

    19:30 -23:00
    April 3, 2025

    Skerryvore Returns to Green Lake to Play Two Shows at Thrasher Opera House

    Green Lake, Wis. (February 24, 2025) – Scottish band Skerryvore will perform two shows at Thrasher Opera House in Green Lake, Wisconsin, on Thursday, April 03, and Friday, April 04 at 7:30 p.m. The Thursday performance will be a seated show, and the Friday performance will be a standing show. Tickets are available at www.thrasheroperahouse.com or by calling 920.294.4279.

    The band has a reputation for its energetic live performances, and they have played at numerous festivals and venues around the world. They have collaborated with other musicians and artists, including Sharon Shannon, Julie Fowlis, and Blazin’ Fiddles. In addition to their musical pursuits, Skerryvore is also involved in charitable work, and they have raised money for various organizations through their music.

    Skerryvore’s music brings people together and creates a sense of community. The band’s lyrics often touch on themes of love, loss, and the beauty of Scotland’s natural landscapes. They have been praised for their ability to blend traditional Scottish music with modern rock and pop influences, creating a unique sound that appeals to a wide range of audiences. Skerryvore has established itself as one of Scotland’s most exciting and innovative musical acts, and they continue to inspire and entertain fans around the world.

     

    The show is sponsored by Pinnacle Plumbing, Todd and Kara Weir, Mike and Aileen Ellis, Adams Rib, and Lydeo Storage. This event is supported in part by a grant from the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, the Green Bay Packers Foundation, and the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts.

    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 two hundred. For more information, please visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com.

  • 04
    April 4, 2025

    Go Blue for Kids

    All day
    April 4, 2025

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