May 2012
3 posts
May is Mental Health Month
Mental Health America is offering a variety of programs during May which is Mental Health Month.
On May 1, a breakfast workshop is being held at UW - Sheboygan featuring nationally known speaker Barb Bartlein. The event begins at 7:30 a.m. with a continental breakfast followed by Bartlein’s hour-long program Balancing Act at 8 a.m. The program addresses stress management issues in a...
QuickBooks Training Workshop I
QuickBooks Workshop I
This is a fast-paced and informative training seminar. This is a hands-on computer based QuickBooks training. Each participant will receive a training manual. Q&A time is available to address your specific questions. The class is presented by Fay Uraynar, a CPA and certified QuickBooks advisor. Classes are held at UW-Sheboygan in the Learning Resources Building Computer...
QuickBooks Training Workshop II
QuickBooks Workshop II
This is a fast-paced and informative training seminar. This is a hands-on computer based QuickBooks training. Each participant will receive a training manual. Q&A time is available to address your specific questions. The class is presented by Fay Uraynar, a CPA and certified QuickBooks advisor. Classes are held at UW-Sheboygan in the Learning Resources Building Computer...
March 2012
1 post
Literacy Council Offers Training for Volunteeer...
Literacy Council tutors help adult students gain the literacy skills they need to achieve their individual goals, such as getting a job or promotion, advancing their education, or helping their child with homework. The Literacy Council Project of the Family Resource Center of Sheboygan County will conduct training for new volunteer adult literacy tutors April 23 and April 30.
Volunteer...
February 2012
4 posts
International Exchange Program Seminar on March 5
CHANGE YOUR WORLD BY HOSTING AN EXCHANGE STUDENT
Informational seminar on Monday, March 5 from 7:00-8:00 pm in Kohler Library
KOHLER, WI—(February 13, 2012)—Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI), the well-respected, nonprofit student exchange organization, seeks volunteer host families to host exchange students for the 2012-13 school year. Each year, CCI provides over 1000 exchange students...
CPAP Fair
WHEN: Tuesday, February 21 • 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. WHERE: Home Care Resources - 2922 S. Business Drive, Sheboygan WHO: For people already using CPAP equipment or those who want to know more about it. WHAT: Registered sleep technologists will answer questions throughout the day. There will be drawings for free CPAP masks and filters. Attendees can bring in...
Scholarship Opportunity
Mental Health America is offering a scholarship to promote careers in the field of mental health. High school seniors who are pursuing a career related to mental health are encouraged to apply. For more information or an application form, visit www.mhasheboygan.org under “Upcoming Events” or call Angela Wessels, Mental Health America, at 458-3951.
Learn to Look at Business Differently and Create...
Martha VandeLeest, Vice President of Finance, and Kathryn Schwark, Retail Furniture Division Manager, both of Richardson Industries, Inc. will take Women in Management members through the process of creating the Atrium Tea Room and Café, located in Richardson’s Furniture Emporium. In 2007, they used their combined knowledge of the trend of tea rooms and healthy eating to take a fresh...
January 2012
2 posts
Celebrate Red Tea and Roses at February Tea Class
Tea and roses come in a variety of colors but what better month to celebrate the color red they share than the one Valentine’s Day occurs? Rooibos is also called “red tea” or “red bush tea” because of the bright red coloring the leaves take on during the oxidation and fermentation processes. It’s information like this that attendees will learn at the Saturday, February 11 tea class. Aptly...
Starting a Small Business Topic of Women in...
Entrepreneur Caitlin Brotz, owner of Olivu, will share her story of taking a business from concept through reality of a successful company at the January 18 meeting of the Sheboygan Area Chapter of Women in Management, Inc. (WIMI). The meeting, at the Elks Lodge, 1943 Erie Avenue in Sheboygan, will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. Cost for the luncheon is $12 for members and $15 for guests. To...
December 2011
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Sheboygan Aquatics Society
The Sheboygan Aquatics Society is a non-profit organization ran by local hobbyists to promote education and healthy aquariums. Sheboygan Aquatics Society welcomes individuals as well as family participants. We hold monthly meetings the second Wednesday of each month from 6-7pm. For more information go to www.sheboygan-aquatics-society.webs.com or email with questions to ShebAquatcisSoc@att.ent
Women in Management Dec. meeting
Economic Outlook and Year-End Tax Planning to be Focus of December Women in Management Meeting
Sheboygan, WI — The December 21 meeting of the Sheboygan Area Chapter of Women in Management, Inc. (WIMI) will feature two financial services guest speakers: Alan Konetzki from Community Bank & Trust and Carla Biwan Hameister of Biwan & Biwan, SC, Certified Public Accountants. The...
November 2011
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Spice up The Holidays at Chai Tea Class
The last few years have seen phenomenal growth and interest in chai (pronounced as a single syllable that rhymes with “pie”) tea due to the exotic flavor. The Saturday, November 19 class at the Atrium Tea Room and Cafe in Sheboygan Falls will focus on chai tea and the spices that comprise it. The class is scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. and run to 12:30 p.m.
Chai tea starts as a rich black...
LONGABERGER TO HOST BASKET FESTIVAL AT JELLY BELLY...
Just in time for holiday shoppers seeking unique gift opportunities, The Longaberger Company will host a Basket Festival at the Jelly Belly Center in Pleasant Prairie, Wis. Taking place November 10-13, the event will feature limited edition Make-A-Basket opportunities, expanded shopping experiences, door prizes and more.
In addition to touring Jelly Belly’s warehouse and receiving free samples,...
October 2011
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October Meeting of Women in Management will...
Mary Lou Haen of Road America will be the speaker at the October 19 meeting of the Sheboygan Area Chapter of Women in Management, Inc. (WIMI). The meeting, at the Elks Lodge, 1943 Erie Avenue in Sheboygan, will be noon to 1:30 p.m. Cost for the luncheon is $12 for members and $15 for guests. To attend, reservations must be made to Membership Chair Anne Harrington by Tuesday, October 11 at 5:00...
September 2011
8 posts
The Four Seasons of Marriage
· Great Marriages is offering a FREE program called, The Four Seasons of Marriage. It will be held on Saturday, October 8th from 9:00 am- noon. This program is designed to help married couples to better understand and manage the natural cycles of marriage. It provides the words and framework to equip couples to talk about their marriage and work together to strengthen and enhance their...
Empowering Couples Program
· Great Marriages is offering a FREE program called, Empowering Couples. It will be held on Thursday, September 22nd from 6:30-9:00 pm. This program helps create more depth and meaning in communication between yourself and your spouse. It is a powerful and practical guide to building new and lasting relationships. The course is packed with insights, exercises and examples to help you...
The Perfect Combination, Fall and Apples, to be...
The apple may be the most famous fruit of all: it began with Adam and Eve, William Tell shot one off his son’s head, Newton discovered gravity with its help, and Johnny Appleseed planted trees of them throughout the Midwest. The Tuesday, September 27 tea class, titled “Apple TEA-Licious” will focus on everything apple. It will take place from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Atrium Tea Room and...
Reminder: bicycles and skateboards are not allowed...
Kohler parents, please remind kids that bicycles and skateboards are not allowed on the tennis courts.
Homecoming Tailgate party
A Homecoming tailgate party will be held on Friday, September 30, 2011 from 4:30 pm- 6:30 pm at the Kohler Schools event lobby.
September Meeting of Women in Management to...
The September 21 meeting of the Sheboygan Area Chapter of Women in Management, Inc. (WIMI) will feature guest speaker Sandy Livermore, founder and chairman of Bookworm Gardens. The WIMI meeting, at the Elks Lodge at 1943 Erie Avenue in Sheboygan, will begin at noon and is scheduled to conclude by 1:30 p.m. Cost for the luncheon is $12 for members and $15 for guests. Reservations are due by...
Home Care Resources to Move Store Location
Through September 16, Home Care Resources will be open in their current store location at 1139 N. 26th Street. Then for one day, September 19, the store will be closed to allow the completion of a move to a new location. Beginning on September 20, Home Care Resources will open a larger store at 2922 S. Business Drive.
Customers who shop at Home Care Resources want the ability to see...
Rocky Knoll and Evercare to Host Second Annual...
The staffs of Rocky Knoll Health Care Center and Evercare are joining forces to sponsor their second annual Memory Walk at the Rocky Knoll campus on Thursday, September 22 beginning at 10:00 a.m. The event is free and offered for the public to anyone wishing to walk; donations to the Alzheimer’s Association are welcome but optional. Those who register in advance of the event will receive a free...
August 2011
8 posts
American Heart Association Builds Healthier...
(SHEBOYGAN FALLS, Wis.) August 18, 2011 - The American Heart Association is holding the annual Sheboygan County Heart WalkR on Saturday, October 1st at River Park in Sheboygan Falls. The Heart Walk is designed to promote physical activity and heart-healthy living in an environment that’s fun for the whole family. It’s also the premiere fund raising event for the American Heart...
Benefit Brat Fry for Patty Platt
On Saturday, August 27 starting at noon there will be a benefit brat fry along with raffles and a silent auction for Patty Platt at “The Cove” at 1235 Indianan Avenue in Sheboygan.
Platt was diagnosed in September 2010 with non-small cell lung cancer. After having recently undergone surgery to remove tumors from her spine, she is currently undergoing chemotherapy and radiation during...
Family Resource Center calendar items
Please print in your upcoming publications if possible. For questions or more information please call MaryEllen 892-6706 M-W Family Resource Center: Potty Like a Rock Star! Child development and potty training discussion. Limited childcare available by registration. When: Monday, September 26, 6:00-7:30 pm Where: Family Resource Center, 2508 S. 8th St., Sheboygan Cost: fee Register:...
Women in Management, The Shops at Woodlake...
There will not be a traditional meeting of the Sheboygan Area Chapter of Women in Management, Inc. (WIMI) in August. Instead, the group will be hosting, along with The Shops at Woodlake Kohler and the Kohler Waters Spa, the Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event on Wednesday, August 24 from 5-7 p.m.
Attendees are suggested to begin the event in the breezeway next to...
Mental Health America to hold "There is Hope walk...
Saturday, August 20 – Mental Health America’s There is Hope walk for suicide awareness and prevention along the old Plank Road Trail. Opening ceremony at Odyssey Fun Center, Sheboygan Falls at 9 a.m. with Tina Zahn, author of Why I Jumped. Food, silent auction, bucket raffles, and bake sale open to registered walkers and public. For information, call 458-3951 or go to www.mhasheboygan.org.
Tour de Road America – BIKE RIDE TO FIGHT CANCER...
Race Fans, Drivers, Teams, Families, and Local Cyclists aim to raise $25,000
Elkhart Lake, WI – Race fans, families, cancer survivors, and cyclists will get a once-a-year chance to experience the Road America race track’s four miles of sweeping turns, hills, and scenic natural beauty at the 8th annual Tour de Road America - “Bike Ride to Fight Cancer” on Aug. 19 at 6:15 p.m.
They will be joined on...
event submission: Recent Paintings and Prints by...
July 17 through October 16 at ARTspace at the Shops at Woodlake Featuring the work of Wisconsin artist Barry Roal Carlsen, this solo exhibition includes new oil paintings, encaustics, and hand-built hardwood frames. Carlsen presents a series of works that appear to be reconstructions from another time. Midnight drives, summer cabins, and lazy summer days on the lake are depicted in rich and...
Event Submission: Free Concert on M.I.K.E.
Thursday, August 18, 2011, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Enjoy a FREE outdoor summer concert as the Arts Center features three outstanding regional bands on M.I.K.E. (Music Integrated Kiosk Environment). Soda, bottled water, beer, wine, and food may be purchased. Bring blankets and lawn chairs, as seating is not provided. In case of rain, the concert will be moved inside to the Arts Center’s Matrix....
July 2011
6 posts
Tea Class to be a Glamourous Affair
Expect a glamourous experience focusing on Darjeeling tea and brunch if you attend the “Breakfast at Teaffany’s” tea class on Tuesday, August 9 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Atrium Tea Room and Cafe.
Considered the “champagne” of teas, Darjeeling is a black tea that comes from a town in India situated along the slopes of the Himalayas. The taste varies depending on the time of year the leaves...
Sheboygan Historic Trolley Tour
Saturday, August 6th, One hour tours beginning at 10 AM.
Meet at The Map & Globe Exchange, 841 Riverfront Drive, Sheboygan or call 920-208-7511 for information.
This month: Sheboygan’s Architecture narrated by historian Bill Wangemann.
Sheboygan Children’s Book Festival - October...
The 2nd annual Sheboygan Children’s Book Festival, October 14-16, brings 9 award-winning and popular children’s book authors and illustrators to the community for a celebration of books, reading, writing, and art.
This FREE event features fun for kids, teens, families and book lovers of all ages.
Outstanding children’s book creators will demonstrate their craft, lead art workshops, read from...
Job opportunities at Kohler Youth Center
We’re looking for an aged 16-adult to work at the Youth Center after school hours. Please submit an application at the Kohler Village Hall, 319 Highland Drive for consideration.
Celebrate Summer at Upcoming Tea Class
On Tuesday, July 19 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. the Atrium Tea Room and Cafe will present the “Summertime Picnic Tea” class. While iced tea is a popular summer refreshment, there are a variety of other ways to enjoy tea cold. Two are a slush and latte, but have you ever considered a tea popsicle?
During this class, tea artisans Martha Vande Leest and Kathryn Schwark, trained by STI, the leader in...
Women in Management, Inc. monthly meeting
July 20
Women in Management, Inc. (WIMI) meeting to be special speed networking event.
Elks Club, 1943 Erie Avenue, Sheboygan from noon to 1:30 p.m.
Members $12 and guests $15 for lunch.
Reservations, limited to first 40 women, due by July 18 to rsvp@wimi.org
Each attendee will have the opportunity to present a one-minute elevator speech to the entire group, as well as provide handouts.
June 2011
7 posts
Non-drug Pain Management
Mental Health America (MHA) is sponsoring a short workshop on July 14 at 6 p.m. focusing on techniques that have been found to be effective in dealing with chronic pain. The presenter is Dr. Phyllis Kasper, a psychologist with Lighthouse Therapy in Sheboygan. The free workshop takes place at the United Way building, 2020 Erie Avenue, Sheboygan. Phone reservations are appreciated and may be made...
Riverfront Art Walk - a self guided walking tour
Have a great time in your free time browsing some cool art on Sheboygan’s historic and picturesque riverfront! Just print out an artist brochure and map from the website and take them along as your guide. You’ll find artistic treasures from talented local artists amongst the many shanties that now offer everything from boutiques to bait stores. Enjoy lunch at one of the many...
Health and Hope Support Group
A free, six-week Health and Hope Support Group for adults being treated for depression begins July 26, 2011 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. The series takes place at the United Way building, 2020 Erie Avenue, Sheboygan. The facilitator is Kerry Howard of Novo Counseling. Pre-registration is required. Contact Mental Health America at 458-3951 for information.
There is Hope Walk for Suicide Awareness and...
The 6th annual There is Hope walk for suicide awareness and prevention is taking place on Saturday, August 20 along the Old Plank Road Trail. The opening ceremony is at 9 a.m. at Odyssey Fun Center, Hwy 32, Sheboygan Falls. The guest speaker is Tina Zahn, a Green Bay resident and author of Why I Jumped. Besides for the 2 and 5 mile walk, the event includes information booths, food, a bake sale,...
Plymouth Festival of Fine Arts
Plymouth Festival of Fine Arts 2011 to
Kick Off Summer Fun in Downtown Plymouth
Plymouth Festival of Fine Arts is a juried outdoor arts fair presented on the grounds of the Plymouth Arts Center, Saturday, June 11th from 10:00am to 4:00 pm.. This exciting community event is a great way to kick off summer in downtown Plymouth and promises something for everyone……38 Artists’ booths, artists’...
MILL STREET LIVE AT THE PLYMOUTH ARTS CENTER
Plymouth Arts Center and the Mill Street Guild are presenting their summer Concert Series, “Mill Street Live!” at the Plymouth Arts Center, 520 East Mill Street, downtown Plymouth. Get ready for a night full of high-energy music and dancing! All the greatest hits of your favorite stars including ABBA, Queen, The Who, and Britney Spears plus many others will be performed by an...
Second Tea on Tuesdays Class All About Tea Just...
Tea culture is rich with ceremonies and traditions that encourage sharing tea with others. A lesser known fact is how enjoying it alone can enhance your life.
Continuing with the new Tea on Tuesdays class schedule, the Atrium Team Room will present the “Tea for Me” class on Tuesday, June 14 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.
For those times when all you want is tea for one, this class will teach how to...
May 2011
4 posts
Memories Are Made of This
June 26, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Unveiling of the Arts Center’s new series of exhibitions “HIDING PLACES: Memory in Art.”
Join the curators and Artists for many family-friendly activities, including gallery talks, film screenings, and workshops. Create a one-of-a-kind metal and wood assemblage of recollections of home. Add your voice to the Mouthfuls of Memories Wall. Photograph your mouth;...
Spark! Cultural Programming for People with Memory...
June 14, 10:00–11:30 a.m.
Rediscover your imagination! Individuals with early to mid-stage
memory loss are invited to participate with a friend or family member
in the free monthly SPARK! program. Discover new ways to connect
and explore the world together. Celebrate spring with a tour of
the Arts Center gardens and outdoor sculptures.
To reserve your spot for one or more sessions or for more...
COMMUNITY CINEMA: TWO SPIRITS by Lydia Nibley
at the
John Michael Kohler Arts Center
608 New York Ave
Sheboygan, WI 53081
(920) 458-6144
www.jmkac.orgJune 7, 7:00 p.m. and June 8, 12:30 p.m.
Fred Martinez was one of the youngest hate-crime victims in modern history when he was brutally murdered at 16. Two Spirits explores the life and death of a boy who was also a girl, and the essentially spiritual nature of gender. After the...
Marsh Tower Anniversary set for May 15
The Broughton Sheboygan County Marsh Park Tower, which is the tallest wooden observation tower in the state of Wisconsin, will be the site of a celebration on Sunday, May 15th, 2011, at 1:00 p.m. The Friends of the Marsh who oversaw its construction are commemorating its first anniversary. There will be a dedication of the new sign that has been mounted to the tower which explains both the...
April 2011
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Over the Tavern opens at UW-Sheboygan April 22 -...
Flashback to the 1950s — the days of poodle skirts and bobbie socks. The days when the evening meal was enjoyed around the family dinner table every night. TV was an amazing source of entertainment, if only on a small screen and in black and white.
These were the days when life was simpler. Slower. More innocent.
These are the days of Over the Tavern, UW-Sheboygan’s spring 2011 theater...
Compagnia TPO: Multimedia Performance and...
April 12, 6:30 p.m., Family Series
April 14, 7:30 p.m., Performance Series
In this Footlights performance, COMPAGNIA TPO (Teatro Di Piazza O D’Occasione) of Italy presents an ecological fairy tale, with two dancers and a singer moving through a magical performance environment full of sensors that respond to touch and movement. In this multimedia event, audiences experience unparalleled...