Thursday, March 28, 2024
Historical Society to hold breakfast fundraiser on May 4
On Saturday, May 4, from 8 am to 10 am the Manitowoc County Historical Society will host their 18th Annual Homegrown Heritage Breakfast at the museum and village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc. Guests will discover the variety of quality foods produced in Manitowoc County and celebrate our strong agricultural heritage. Funds raised at the event will help the Manitowoc County Historical Society in their efforts to preserve and promote local history. The breakfast will be prepared by Late’s BBQ and
Thursday, March 28, 2024
$1.9M in Grants Awarded to Lakeshore Technical College
CLEVELAND, WI – Lakeshore Technical College was awarded $1.9 million in state grants from the Wisconsin Technical College System. The funds will support 18 newly approved projects. Among the program-related projects are a fast-track police academy, a Foundations of Teacher Education associate degree, and competency-based educational design for an online business management program. Among the support-related initiatives are resources for low-income students, students enrolled in programs leading to
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Ribbon Cutting for Chilton City Hall & Police Department
Join us to celebrate the City of Chilton! Ribbon Cutting for Chilton City Hall & Police DepartmentMonday, April 1st, 202410:00AM This ribbon cutting ceremony is celebrating the completion of construction on a new 15,600 SF remodel for both the Police Department and City Hall. The ribbon cutting ceremony will begin at 10am. 42 School RdChilton, WI 53014
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
ASCEND SERVICES, INC. THROW WITH ALL YOUR HEART FUNDRAISER
WHO: Ascend Services, Inc. WHAT: Ascend Services is hosting their fifth Annual “Throw With All Your Heart” fundraiser at Tapped on the LakeshoreWHERE: Tapped on the Lakeshore, 3114 Memorial Drive, Two RiversWHEN: Saturday, April 13, 202411:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. WHY: Ascend Services Throw With All Your Heart Fundraiser is Saturday, April 13, 2024. Ascend is partnering with Tapped on the Lakeshore to raise money for Ascend Services 2024 fundraising goals.
Monday, March 25, 2024
Cousins Subs Fundraiser Night to Support Local History
Cousins Subs Supports Local History April 25th The Manitowoc County Historical Society and Cousins Subs (4530 Calumet Ave, Manitowoc, WI 54220) have joined together to raise money and awareness for local history education at the Manitowoc County Historical Society and its Pinecrest Historical Village during a fundraiser on Thursday, April 25 from 4 to 8pm. Funds raised through the Cousins Subs fundraiser will assist the Manitowoc County Historical Society with its
Monday, March 25, 2024
UnitedOne achieves esteemed recognition in MemberXP Best of the Best Awards
UnitedOne Credit Union has been designated as a MemberXP Best of the Best Credit Union for Best Member Advocacy and Most Appreciative Staff. “Improving members’ financial well-being is why we are here,” UnitedOne CEO Kim Rooney said. “Our employees come to work every day ready to help our members succeed financially. Awards like these are the result of their hard work and commitment.” The MemberXP designation is an annual acknowledgment bestowed upon credit unions that consistently excel in delivering
Friday, March 22, 2024
STEM Week is Back at Farm Wisconsin
MANITOWOC, WI – For the fourth year, Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center will be hosting STEM Week from Wednesday, March 27 to Friday, March 29. Guests of all ages are welcome to engage in hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities relating to agriculture and food production. Visitors are encouraged to participate each day from 9 AM to 1 PM with an opportunity to experience all STEM activities. Throughout the week, attendees will get the chance to learn about an indoor hydroponic
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Manitowoc's Michigan Avenue is focus of historical society walking tour on April 23
Manitowoc's Michigan Avenue is focus of historical society walking tour on April 23 The Manitowoc County Historical Society will hold a historical walking tour of Manitowoc's Michigan Avenue on Tuesday, April 23 at 3 pm and 5 pm. Take a 90-minute walking tour of the Michigan Avenue neighborhood, highlighting the historic houses lining the avenue and the people who owned and built them.Advanced registration is required to attend. Participants will meet at the corner of Michigan Ave and Revere Dr.The
Thursday, March 21, 2024
At the Manitowoc County Historical Society in April
At the Manitowoc County Historical Society in April: Trades School, Historic dinner experiences, and walking tours Here's what is happening at the Manitowoc County Historical Society, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, in April: Heritage Trades School on April 6 and 7; Join in a full weekend workshop to create and take home a project from one of our workshop options: blacksmithing, Fraktur calligraphy, carpentry, 19th century angling, and dressmaking. Spend the weekend immersed in history and take a
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Wisconsin Businesses Affected by Lack of Snow Can Apply for Working Capital Loans from the SBA
ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) advises Wisconsin businesses engaged in hospitality, winter tourism, their suppliers, and those that provide support services to the hospitality and tourism industry to also consider the impact of lack of snow, low snow or low precipitation on their revenues and operations this past winter when applying for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) for drought. These working capital loans are available to eligible farm-related and nonfarm-related entities
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Native American Flute Bath with Vibhas
Wednesday, May 22nd, at 7:00 p.m.: Vibhas P. A. Kendzia is a musician, instrumental instructor and meditation facilitator. Vibhas is performing nationwide on his Native American, East Indian and Classical Flutes, Piano and Saxophone. Come and enjoy this relaxing Native American Flute Soundbath. This relaxing session will be held at SoundSpace USA, 5151 Expo Drive, Manitowoc.REGISTER HERE.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Historical Society hosts Historic Dinner Experience on April 18
Manitowoc County Historical Society hosts historic dinner experience on April 18 The Manitowoc County Historical Society will host a historic dinning experience in the Sorenson House, one of the many historic structures in Pinecrest Village at the Manitowoc County Historical Society, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc. The next historic dinner program will be held on Thursday, April 18 beginning at 6 pm. Guests will gather at the Sorenson House table for a delightful, simple, historic
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
ADRC of the Lakeshore’s SteppingOn Workshop (for Balance and Strength)
Begins April 9th, 2024Manitowoc, WI: The ADRC of the Lakeshore presents their SteppingOn Workshop beginning April 9th and running through May 21st at the Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA.This seven-week falls prevention workshop is designed for individuals who are living at home and want to stay as independent and active as possible. Participants learn strength and balance exercises, ways to identify, remove, and avoid fall hazards in and outside the home, and much more!Call 1-877-416-7083 to register or ask for
Monday, March 18, 2024
Historical Society hosts Volunteer Open House and Luncheon on April 18
Historical Society hosts Volunteer Open House and Luncheon on April 18 The Manitowoc County Historical Society, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will host a Volunteer Open House and Luncheon on Thursday, April 18 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, as part of National Volunteer Week. Guests in attendance will learn all about the volunteer opportunities available at the Historical Society including youth and public education programs, archives data entry, building repairs, grounds work, and guest
Friday, March 15, 2024
Maple and Egg Hunt Traditions Headline Farm Wisconsin Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Lily Schmitz, Marketing Communications Specialistlily@farmwisconsin.org(920) 726-6004 MANITOWOC, WI – Celebrate springtime at Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center on Saturday, March 30, 2024. The center’s popular Egg Hunt and Maple Day return– this year, combined for an enhanced one-day experience. Family-friendly activities will run from 9 AM – 1 PM. In addition, thirteen eggs of various species are due to hatch in the center’s incubator. Visitors might see a newly
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Job skills open ‘A World of Opportunities’ for people with disabilities through Goodwill NCW’s
MENASHA, WI – This March’s National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month theme promoted by the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities is A World of Opportunities, which aligns with the belief behind Goodwill’s mission that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive through the power of work. As one of more than 150 members of the international Goodwill movement, Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW) offers employment services to those who are underserved, underrepresented
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Historical Society holds 2023 Annual Meeting and volunteer recognition
The Manitowoc County Historical Society held their 118th Annual Meeting on Thursday, March 7 at Meat's Opera Haus in St. Nazianz. The annual event featured a business meeting, election of new Directors, and recognition of the organization's outstanding volunteers. MCHS Living History Program Coordinator Hannah Harvey welcomed the group to the historic building. Engagement Manager Devinne Fackelman shared Museum and Member Milestones, giving recognition to the museum members who have been with the
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Settle Into Stillness: Wednesday, May 1st, 7:00 pm
Settle Into Stillness - Sponsored by Balance on Buffalo: Come celebrate ten years of leading Sound Journeys worldwide with us! Yoga Nidra Sound Journey - Wednesday, May 1st, 7:00 - 9:00 pm This event will be held at our Soundspace USA Center at 5151 Expo Drive, Manitowoc.REGISTER HERE.
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Roncalli High School to host Wisconsin Singers April 7
MANITOWOC, Wis. — Wisconsin Singers, the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s premier Broadway-caliber touring production, is taking the stage at Roncalli High School for its 56th season show, “When Opposites Attract” on April 7 at 3 p.m. The new original 90-minute show, performed by unpaid full-time UW-Madison students collectively studying more than 24 majors, features captivating vocals, stunning choreography and the electrifying 10-piece Wisconsin Singers student band. Audiences will hear more
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
2024 Grammy Nominated Hans Christian Ambient Melodic Cello Concert: Friday, May 10th, at 7:00 pm
Hans Christian offers solo concerts where his unmistakable cello playing moves the listener with a haunting beauty. Using the cello in combination with live looping and various ethnic string instruments, he explores a universal musical language that transcends boundaries, cultures, and generations. During a concert, Hans will create harmonic and ambient textures in ever changing colors and densities to create a listening experience that ranges from meditative to passionate. At times, a soaring cello is
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Learn and Explore Gong with Mike Tamburo 1 day 10am - 5pm with SoundBath 7pm to 9pm
On Friday, April 5th, from 10 am to 5 pm, join Mike Tamburo for an in person fun, exploratory, and experiential workshop that will deepen one's gong practice and bring the player to a new level both in playing and in understanding the potentials of working with gong music.This workshop is open to all levels and invites the player to deepen their connection to the gong as a musical instrument capable of having broad effects on consciousness and asks the player to move beyond protocols into a music of the
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
National Exhibition Opens at Lester Public Library March 20
Lester Public Library in Two Rivers is one of 15 libraries in the U.S. to host an exhibition that aims to help people appreciate migration histories—their own and those of others —by drawing on case studies from across human history and the breadth of cultures. Through narrative and interactive displays, visitors explore questions like Where do we come from? Why do we move? How does migration change us? World on the Move: 250,000 Years of Human Migration was developed by the American Anthropological
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Engineering His Way to a Culinary Career
CLEVELAND, WI – Why would a seasoned engineering technician with 15 years of experience at one of the most popular sausage brands in the U.S. want to move to the foodservice side of the business? Because, he says, he wants to put himself in a position where he can directly impact end users: consumers. Shawn Engel’s change in career path began in 2021 with a job shadow at Johnsonville which exposed him to the culinary side of the company, including crafting menu items for Lambeau Field. Inspired by his
Wednesday, March 06, 2024
Math Instructor at Lakeshore Technical College Receives National Recognition
CLEVELAND, WI – The American Association of Community Colleges has recognized Lakeshore Technical College math instructor Kelly Konrath among its 2024 Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty. Konrath is the college’s sixth faculty member to be recognized since the program began in 2018 and the only Wisconsin instructor recognized this year. Konrath joined Lakeshore’s math faculty in 2015. She holds a master’s degree in mathematics education from DePaul University. She has served on several college
Friday, March 01, 2024
Manitowoc Public Library March 2024 Adult Events
Manitowoc, WI, February 21, 2024—Manitowoc Public Library’s March 2024 Adult Events are scheduled on the following dates and times. Great Decisions 2024 Mondays in March at 6 PMManitowoc Public Library is proud to present Great Decisions 2024, our seventeenth year of hosting this preeminent eight-week grassroots lecture series that provides the citizens of the Lakeshore area with the opportunity to discover, discuss and decide how to meet some of the
Friday, March 01, 2024
Manitowoc Public Library Youth Services March 2024 Programs
Manitowoc, WI, February 21, 2024—Manitowoc Public Library’s March 2024 Children’s Programs are scheduled with the following events and dates: Ready to Read: Early Literacy Fun Saturday, March 2, 10 AM-12 PMThey're only little once, so let's get them ready, set—READING! Families with children 5-years old and under can drop into the Balkansky Community Room at Manitowoc Public Library anytime between 10 AM and Noon on Saturday, March 2, for early literacy and
Friday, March 01, 2024
MPL Teen Services March 2024 Events
Manitowoc, WI, February 21, 2024—Manitowoc Public Library’s Teen Services March 2024 programming is scheduled with the following events and dates: Drop-In Chess Club @ MPL Wednesday, March 6, 6-7:30 PMWant to improve your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Make a smart move and join us for Drop-In Chess Club at Manitowoc Public Library’s Second Floor Balkansky Community Room from 6-7:30 PM on Wednesday, March 6! The game of chess offers many
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Turczyn and Miller Elected to M3 Insurance Board of Directors
Turczyn’s legal career at Michael Best spans over 16 years. She works closely with entrepreneurs and has atrong track record of helping to organize, finance, and build early-stage and emerging growth companies. Her broad experience includes aiding startups in industries as varied as IT, medical devices, clean tech, and mobile applications. Turczyn also represents venture capital funds, angel funds, and other strategic investors. Turczyn is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and the American Bar