The Forst Inn Arts Collective: 2018 Theater Season Tickets are on sale! Eight shows for the price of six: "The Last Five Years", "I do, I do", "The Odd Couple", "Dinner with Friends", "25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee", "39 Steps", "Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Shine Up" and "Mistletoe Musings". All tickets include appetizer buffet before the show and dessert at intermission. For more information go to  www.forstinn.com . Tickets are also available for The Bel Air's on January 20, and 4 Guyz in Dinner Jackets February 10 and 11.

Hamann Construction Co. recently completed Satori's Star Wash, a 24/7 touch-free self-service car wash facility located on N. 30th St. off Menasha Ave. in Manitowoc.  Satori's Auto Service owns the new car wash featuring a unique rocker arm radial sprayer, a state-of-the-art undercarriage and side blaster, a two-step pre-soak and wash, and a quad blower drying system. Connected to the car wash, Hamann is also renovating a 10,000-square-foot vehicle sales showroom slated to open this spring. Hamann has been serving Northeast Wisconsin's construction needs since 1933. www.hamann.com .

Time Out Sports Bar & Grill:  Are you planning a party or a business meeting? Whatever the occasion, we are the hottest place to hold your next event. We have many ideas to make your event spectacular and unforgettable. We have a large private room that can accommodate up to 80 people, a game room and a large island bar that is perfect for that after work get together. Whatever you need, Time Out Sports Bar & Grill can deliver! We will be happy to assist you in planning your next party or meeting. Contact us regarding any questions you may have or to book your next event - (920) 686-1380.

Holy Family Memorial (HFM) Wellness Center will offer Why Weight Plus program. Learn how to lose weight and keep the pounds off. Participants meet Mondays from 8:00-9:00am, starting January 15. The program consists of 16 core sessions and 6 monthly post-core sessions. During each session, a lifestyle coach will share topics that will help participants learn how to incorporate healthy eating choices and physical activity into their lives. Why Weight Plus also has a fitness component that includes a three-month membership to the HFM Wellness Center. After the first month of core sessions, participants will meet for weekly private small group exercise classes. Visit www.hfmhealth.org/whyweight  for more information.

The Salvation Army Manitowoc  fell short of the Red Kettle Campaign goal by approximately 20%. The "Christmas Campaign" actually ends January 31, 2018, so donations are still being accepted and will go toward the overall annual goal. These funds are important in maintaining the programming that is already in place and for any future programming that will benefit our County.

The Bay at North Ridge  Medical and Rehab, 1445 N. 7th St., Manitowoc, invites you to our Third Thursday presentation on January 18 at 10:00am to learn about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Diane Fergot, Care Services Coordinator for the Wisconsin Chapter of the ALS Association, will present information on recognizing and dealing with ALS. Diane will address caregiver needs and will be open to questions. For more information, please contact The Bay at North Ridge Medical and Rehab at (920) 682-0314. Refreshments will be served.

Love Your Skin Aesthetics, LLC:  Happy 2018! Resolve to take care of your largest organ this year.....YOUR SKIN.  Remove makeup and cleanse before bed, keep your hands off of your face, don't pick blemishes, change your pillowcase twice a week, exfoliate regularly, book a yearly skin cancer screening, shower off after the gym, drink more water, keep a consistent skincare routine, and treat your hands with kindness. Book an appointment with Nichol Kahlenberg for all of your skincare needs and concerns. Call or message (920) 323-1059 to schedule an appointment.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Manitowoc County: Save the Date! Attention all bowlers! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Manitowoc County is taking reservations now for the 2018 Bowl for Kids' Sake event! The theme this year is "Made in Wisconsin" so gather your herd and head on down to  Rudy's Lanes in Two Rivers on March 2-3, 9-10. Lanes are "first come, first served". For more information, call (920) 684-7445 or email [email protected] .

Manitowoc County Historical Society will look at the history of the Rouse Simmons on Thursday, February 8 at 5:30pm at the  Holiday Inn - Manitowoc (4601 Calumet Ave.).  Best-selling author and storyteller Rochelle Pennington will host a presentation that will explore the tragic loss of the Rouse Simmons, better known as "The Christmas Tree Ship," during a November gale in 1912. Advanced registration required. The cost is $20 Members and $25 Non-members.

Felician Village: Independence...with help when you need it at The Court at Felician Village. Attend our Open House Thursday, January 18, from 2:00 to 5:00pm and learn how your loved one can maintain their independence while still having help 24/7. In addition to tours and refreshments, there is a free balance screen from 2:30 - 3:00pm and a winter move-in special. The Court is located at 1903 Division St., Manitowoc and has been voted 'Best of the Lakeshore' Assisted Living eight years in a row. Questions? Call (920) 684-7171, ext. 329 or [email protected] .

Manitowoc County Kennel Club (MCKC):  Obedience, correction clinics, conformation, agility and retriever classes are held at various times of the year for members and the public. MCKC also hosts many events throughout the year, which include Obedience Shows, Conformation Shows, Agility Trials, AKC Sanctioned Field Trials, Licensed Field Trials and Licensed Hunt Tests.  Registration for next class session is Tuesday, January 16, at 6:00pm. See our website for details and instructions.

University of Wisconsin - Green Bay: "Supervisory Leadership 101" is offered through the UW-Green Bay's Business Solutions' 2017-2018 Supervisory Leadership Certificate program as professional development, scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday, January 23-24, 2018, from 8:30am to 3:30pm at the Advance Business & Manufacturing Center, 2701 Larsen Rd,, Green Bay. For more information on registration, visit our website at www.uwgb.edu/sbdc, email Diane Welhouse at [email protected] , or call (920) 496-2117.

David's House of Travel:  Was one of your New Year's resolutions to travel more? Well, the consultants at David's House of Travel can help you with that! Travel near, far, by plane, by train, or cruise ship. Anywhere you want to go and anyway you want to get there, we are here to help plan your vacation! Plus, we are now open Saturdays from 9:00am - Noon to make those dreams a reality. Give us a call at (920) 684-6117 or stop in at 1029 S. 26th St., Manitowoc.

Manitowoc Public Library (MPL):  Did Santa bring you some sort of techno-gadget this year-an Echo Dot, for example-but you can't get the blasted thing to work? Don't get techno-frustrated-get techno-smart with "After the Holidays Gadget Help" at Manitowoc Public Library! MPL's IT guru, Jason Kunde, will be imparting his knowledge on how to use your Christmas gadgetry between 10:00am and Noon on Wednesday, January 10, in MPL's Board Room. Admission is FREE!

River Woods Place:  Feeling the stress of taking care of a loved one? River Woods Place has immediate openings for long term and respite stays. Call Miranda to schedule a tour and see why we were a finalist for Best of the Lakeshore 2017! Registered Nurse on staff, quality trained staff, private chef, daily activities, and much more! River Woods Place is located at 950 South Rapids Rd., Manitowoc. Contact us at (920) 684-3996.

CNC Links:  MobCraft Beer Tap Takeover this Friday night starting at 5:30pm! Come and sample some of Milwaukee's finest brews with your dinner! 

The Masquers, Inc. has announced its cast for the second show of their season, "Heaven Can Wait," a classic comedy-fantasy. The play is directed by Ellen Peronto, produced by Claran LaViolette, and the cast includes J Gravelle, Paul Hacker, Warren Schmidt, Tim Brey, Roz Vossen, Emily Guillemette, Corrie Skubal, DJ Lucas, Kate Koubaddy, and more. February 22, 23, and 24. Tickets are $17 for adults and $11 for students. Buy your tickets today at the Capitol Civic Centre or www.cccshows.org. For more information, go to www.themasquers.org .

Lakeshore Humane Society invites you to browse the shelter website to see many useful links including "strays" in the shelter's care by clicking this link: www.lakeshorehumane.org/lost-and-stray-animals . You can also see photos and bios of adoptable pets and even fill out adoption applications and learn about fostering pets as well as read our newsletters, Wags N' Whiskers. You can link into our popular Facebook page to keep up to date on events and all that is of interest to animal lovers and advocates.

Sepia Chapel: The weather is cold, but the entertainment scene is heating up! Sepia Chapel has partnered with the N.E.W. Piano Guys to host an incredibly fun night of DUELING PIANOS on Saturday, January 27. Doors open at 6:00pm for Happy Hour and the show starts at 7:00pm. Free pizza at intermission and prize giveaways! Tickets are $25 each or $175 for a table of eight (buy 7 and get the 8th free!). Tickets can be purchased directly at  www.sepiachapel.com/events . Must be 21 or older for this event.

Le-Vel Promoter: What are your New Year's Resolutions? No matter how you look at it, the #1 New Year's resolution is to get in better shape and feel better physically and mentally. Let THRIVE be the solution for your resolution. Get 20% off until the end of the month, and call Elisa Karbon for your FREE sample: (920) 629-0695 or [email protected]

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City of Two Rivers:  The Two Rivers Senior Center is offering a Bus Trip to Green Bay on Wednesday, February 21. Tour includes Lambeau Field Stadium Tour, Packer Hall of Fame, reminisce at the Automobile Gallery, family style chicken lunch at Stadium View Bar & Grille, tasting and tour at Captain's Walk Winery.  Depart at 9:00am from Two Rivers Senior Center; approximate return at 6:30pm. Fee $85 Members/$95 Guests.

Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center: The Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center is looking for a caterer/restaurateur to lease the Wisconsin Café presented by Sargento. Blend your love of Café-culinary with a commitment to utilizing the highest-quality, Wisconsin-sourced ingredients (when possible, of course)! Visit www.buildwaec.org  for the Request for Proposals. Submissions due February 12, 2018.

Aurora Medical Center: BLOOD DRIVE --Monday, January 15, 8:00am to 1:00pm. In as little as one hour you can become someone's unknown, unnamed, but all important HERO! Blood supply is desperately low! Open to the public - appointments can be made at www.bcw.edu/auroramanitowoc  or call (877) 232-4376.

Colortech of Wisconsin: Colortech.Live where you dream it... we can create it..."It" is you... your ideas... your passionate dreams and goals for getting your business not only up and running but looking fresh, new, innovative and unique. You want your business to shine brighter than your competitors. We can help you reach that goal in a variety of ways!  We get "IT".... We get "YOU"!