Thursday, November 14, 2024
Lakeshore College President Attends Summit at White House
CLEVELAND, WI – Lakeshore College President Dr. Paul Carlsen was among a select group of community college presidents invited to the “Classroom-to-Career Pathways Summit” held at the White House on Nov. 13. Carlsen joined top government officials, education leaders, and workforce experts from across the country to discuss strategies for aligning education with high-demand careers to better address workforce needs. Carlsen’s participation in the summit highlights Lakeshore College’s commitment to providing
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
UNITY HOSPICE TO OPEN EAST SIDE RESALE SHOPPE ON NOVEMBER 18th SEEKING VOLUNTEERs & DONATIONS
Unity, Northeast Wisconsin’s pioneering nonprofit healthcare provider, is excited to announce the expansion into a second Resale Shoppe location at 1302 S. Broadway in De Pere. This east side location, scheduled to open 10:00 am Monday, November 18, 2024, will provide a meaningful place for the community to donate or purchase cherished household goods and clothing. This new location will allow even greater convenience for customers and donors located on the east side of De Pere. The same level of quality
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Historical Society holds holiday blacksmithing workshop on Dec. 1
Candy canes made during Holiday Blacksmithing workshopThe Manitowoc County Historical Society, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will gear up for the holiday season beginning on Sunday, December 1 with open hours in the Museum Store and a special holiday blacksmithing workshop. The Museum and grounds of Pinecrest Village will be open from 10 am to 3 pm on Sunday, December 1 for site strolls and shopping in the Museum Store, located inside the McAllister House Welcome
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Heartburn may be a sign of a serious gastrointestinal concern
November is GERD Awareness Month and a time to consider reducing or treating acid reflux symptoms GREEN BAY, Wis. — With 1 out of 5 Americans suffering from Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), a serious form of acid reflux which can cause bouts of heartburn or a burning sensation in the chest, GERD Awareness month serves as a good reminder that there are ways to reduce or treat acid reflux symptoms. GERD is caused by a weak valve that allows acid, bile and stomach contents to flow back from the
Monday, November 11, 2024
Goodwill North Central Wisconsin receives Vets Ready Employer award
MENASHA, WI — This year, Goodwill NCW is among 22 employers statewide to be recognized as a Vets Ready Employer for 2024 by the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) and its Office of Veteran Employment Services (OVES). The annual award recognizes Wisconsin employers that have gone above and beyond to hire and support veterans and their families. Applicants are rated and awarded based on criteria including the company or organization's: support for veterans in the workplace, such as available
Monday, November 11, 2024
Felician Village offers a Dementia Community Education Workshop 2024
MANITOWOC, Wis. (November 11, 2024) – Felician Village will offer a free public workshop, Can Happy Holidays and Dementia Co-exist?, on Wednesday, November 20, at 11 a.m. at Felician Village, 1635 S. 21st Street, Manitowoc. The holidays are a time for family and celebration but can also be a time for busyness and stress. Join Audrey E. Linn, MS, ADC, Dementia Care Solutions, LLC, as she helps you gain deeper insight into how someone with dementia may experience the holidays and how to support them and learn
Wednesday, November 06, 2024
Roncalli High School to host 7th/8th Grade Day Nov. 20
MANITOWOC, Wis. — Roncalli High School, part of Roncalli Catholic Schools, is excited to host 7th/8th Grade Day on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at Roncalli High School, 2000 Mirro Drive in Manitowoc. The event, which takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., is geared toward students currently in 7th and 8th grade. It is an opportunity for them to get to know more about Roncalli High School. Students will have the chance to tour the school with current students, visit classrooms, meet teachers, learn about
Monday, November 04, 2024
Pat LeMire Promoted to Director of Senior Living & Social Services Practice at M3 Insurance
Pat LeMire Promoted to Director of Senior Living & Social Services Practice at M3 Insurance Pat LeMire has recently been named co-director of senior living & social services practice at M3. As director, his primary role is to serve as a subject matter expert, strategist, and thought leader and report on trends and issues impacting the senior living & social services industry. Since joining M3 in 2006, he has been recognized for his comprehensive industry knowledge, dedication to clients, and
Friday, November 01, 2024
Manitowoc Public Library November 2024 Adult Events
Manitowoc, WI, October 15, 2024—Manitowoc Public Library’s November 2024 Adult Events are scheduled on the following dates and times. Fall Into Reading Challenge Through Saturday, November 16Continue your reading streak at Manitowoc Public Library with the Fall Into Reading Challenge on Beanstack! Whether you're a daily reader or need a bit of extra motivation, join this special challenge available only on the Beanstack app. How it works:No paper
Friday, November 01, 2024
Manitowoc Public Library Teen Services November 2024 Events
Manitowoc, WI, October 15, 2024—Manitowoc Public Library’s Teen Services November 2024 programming is scheduled with the following events and dates: Fall Into Reading Challenge Through Saturday, November 16Continue your reading streak at Manitowoc Public Library with the Fall Into Reading Challenge on Beanstack! Whether you're a daily reader or need a bit of extra motivation, join this special challenge available only on the Beanstack app. How it works:No
Friday, November 01, 2024
Manitowoc Public Library Youth Services November 2024 Programs
Manitowoc, WI, October 15, 2024—Manitowoc Public Library’s November 2024 Children’s Programs are scheduled with the following events and dates: Fall Into Reading Challenge Through Saturday, November 16Continue your reading streak at Manitowoc Public Library with the Fall Into Reading Challenge on Beanstack! Whether you're a daily reader or need a bit of extra motivation, join this special challenge available only on the Beanstack app. How it works: No
Monday, October 28, 2024
Winter Seasonal Hours at Manitowoc County Historical Society
The Manitowoc County Historical Society, an outdoor living history museum located at 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, invites guests to visit during the Winter season. Winter hours for the museum take place from November 1 through November 30 and January 1 through April 30. The McAllister House Welcome Center and Pinecrest Historical Village are closed for the month of December except for specialty programing. During the Winter season, the McAllister House Welcome Center is open
Monday, October 28, 2024
First-Generation College Students to Share Their Experiences at Lakeshore College
CLEVELAND, WI – First-generation college students, those whose parents did not graduate from college, are invited to learn from other first-generation students at Lakeshore College’s “First Generation Event” set for Thursday, Nov. 7 at the college’s Cleveland campus. A lunch buffet will be available 11 a.m. to noon. From noon to 1 p.m., a panel of current first-generation students will share their experiences and answer questions about navigating college. Topics of discussion will include finding time
Friday, October 25, 2024
Celebrating the New Bicycle Shed!
Celebrating a New Milestone! Green Bicycle Co. Helps Us Build a Brighter Future We are excited to announce the completion of our new bicycle shed at our Sheboygan Falls location, 621 Broadway Street! This project was made possible through the generous support of Green Bicycle Co., who helped fund the shed to provide safe and accessible storage for bikes.Making a DifferenceThanks to Green Bicycle Co., youth from challenging backgrounds now have easy access to bicycles for riding and
Thursday, October 24, 2024
At the Manitowoc County Historical Society in November: Dine Fundraiser, Supper Clubs and preparing
At the Manitowoc County Historical Society in November: Dine Fundraiser, Supper Clubs and preparing for winter Here's what is happening at the Manitowoc County Historical Society, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, in November: Dine Fundraiser at Noodles (Manitowoc): Thursday, November 14 from 4 to 8 pm; 4530 Calumet Drive Ste 101 Manitowoc; Dine with us at Noodles and Company on Thursday, November 14, 2024 from 4 pm to 8 pm to support the Manitowoc County Historical Society. Present the flyer on
Thursday, October 24, 2024
The Production Farm at the 50th Annual NASW Wisconsin Conference
Play. Connect. Grow.This year, The Production Farm was honored to attend the 50th Annual National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Wisconsin Conference. It was our second year sharing our mission and approach to mental health care, and we are grateful for the opportunity to connect with social workers from across the state.At the conference, our leaders, Emily Kunde, LPC, and Samantha Chapa, APSW SAC-IT, led a conversation about our unique, holistic approach to mental health. We focus on brain science,
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
SSM Health at Home joins Wisconsin Hospice & Palliative Care Collaborative
Madison, WI (Oct. 22, 2024) –SSM Health at Home is excited to announce its new membership to the Wisconsin Hospice & Palliative Care Collaborative (WHPCC), comprised of Wisconsin’s leading nonprofit hospice and palliative care organizations. WHPCC is a strategic partnership focused on enabling its members to enhance access to quality care for chronically and seriously ill patients and reduce the overall cost of care in an era marked by rapidly changing reimbursement factors. Denise Gloede, president of
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Celebrating the Impact of Our Amazing Volunteers!
Hi there!At The Production Farm, we are so fortunate to have incredible community partners who dedicate their time and energy to supporting our mission. This past week, we had two amazing teams step up and make a big impact: Oostburg State Bank and Olive Branch Realty. We also want to acknowledge the ongoing support from St. Peter's Episcopal Church, which helps us make a difference in our community every day. Oostburg State BankOn Monday, October 14th, a large group
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Visit Manitowoc Launches Visitor Information Kiosks Across Manitowoc
[Manitowoc, WI] – Manitowoc’s visitor information is more accessible in-destination than ever before, with the installation of interactive visitor information kiosks across the city. Visit Manitowoc’s modern marketing efforts focus on balancing new technology trends with practical solutions, which led to the highly-anticipated implementation of kiosks. These digital kiosks pull from Visit Manitowoc’s comprehensive database and website, allowing visitors and residents alike to scroll through things to do,
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
Captured the Spirit of Our Donors
MANITOWOC, Wisconsin — Meyers Design, Inc. provided design support to Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) on their major gift initiative, "Expansion of Our Hearts". Drawing inspiration from a provided illustration Meyers Design, Inc. developed a design approach that integrated a watercolor motif with a distinctive handwritten script font to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the materials but also to convey a sense of dignity and urgency, encouraging potential donors to support the
Tuesday, October 22, 2024
ShelterBox
Manitowoc Sunrise Rotary is reaching out to victims of disasters and war in the world by purchasing a Shelter Box to be distributed to a needy family. The club received information about the disaster relief charity in September from Fran Wargolet, ShelterBox Ambassador, and made the decision to donate in October. ShelterBox International grew out of a Rotary Club initiative and has been an official partner of Rotary since 2012. It provides emergency shelter after disaster, supporting some of the
Monday, October 21, 2024
Roncalli High School students to stage production of ‘Hello, Dolly!’
MANITOWOC, Wis. — Students from Roncalli High School are set to stage a performance of “Hello, Dolly!” Nov. 14-17. “Hello, Dolly!” with book by Michael Stewart, and music and lyrics by Jerry Herman, is a musical adaptation based on the play, “The Matchmaker” by Thorton Wilder. The original production was directed and choreographed by Gower Champion. It was produced for the Broadway stage by David Merrick and Champion Five, Inc. “We are thrilled to bring ‘Hello, Dolly!’ to the stage at Roncalli High School
Friday, October 18, 2024
Ascend Services Recognizes Area Employers as Business Partners in their Workforce Solutions Program
Manitowoc WI., October 18, 2024- Ascend Services held their annual Employer Recognition Reception last evening at Sabbatical Brewing Co. The event is in conjunction with National Disability Employment Awareness Month which is celebrated every October to bring attention to the importance of increasing the workforce inclusion of people with all nature of disabilities. Ascend invited area business partners who participate in their Workforce Solutions Program, event sponsors and community partners to
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Lakeshore College Students Receive Record Amount In Scholarships
Lakeshore College Students Receive Record Amount In Scholarships CLEVELAND, WI – Nearly $300,000 in scholarships was awarded by the Lakeshore College Foundation to 273 students for the fall semester. This includes a record number of 54 scholarships covering full tuition and fees. A total of 360 scholarships were awarded. “We are excited to announce that 50% of Lakeshore College students who applied for fall scholarships received at least one scholarship,” said Vice President of Institutional Advancement
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Harmony Award Nominations Being Accepted
The Clipper City Chordsmen are accepting nominations for the 2024 Harmony Award. The award will be given to that special person (or group of persons) who have created harmony in Manitowoc County through service to others. The award provides and opportunity to recognize and thank the people who have provided us with a bit more harmony in our lives.The award will be presented to the recipient at the Chordsmen's annual Christmas Show on December 14, 2024 at 3:00 P.M. at the Endries Hall, 6751 Calumet Ave.
Thursday, October 17, 2024
The Forst Inn Arts Collective Presents Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein
The Forst Inn Arts Collective presents the Mel Brooks Musical: Young Frankenstein. The show opens November 9th and performs through the 24th. The show sponsors are Community First Bank and Mark & Michelle Klaiber. The production features Erin LaFond as Elizabeth, Emilee Carroll as Frau Blucher, Tessa Komorowski Jindra as Inga, Phillip Jindra as Frederick, Gavin J. Annette as Igor, Jake Puestow as Kemp, Brandon Carroll as the Monster, Sam Oswald as Hermit, Britt Simmer as Ziggy, Zachary Glaeser as Victor,
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
De Pere Chamber of Commerce Announces Inaugural Business Growth Summit
De Pere, WI – October 9, 2024 – The De Pere Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the Inaugural Business Growth Summit, taking place on December 6, 2024, from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM at St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI. This transformative event promises a day of inspiration, education, and growth for business owners, leaders, and individuals eager to elevate their professional journeys. The summit will feature motivational keynote speakers, starting with Rick Kellow, the founder and inventor of the