Kaysun Corporation and the City of Manitowoc are excited to unveil the final construction of the Lower Schuette Park Fitness Zone! Join us on Wednesday, May 16, at 3:45pm as we show off the new fitness zone and fitness equipment built for community members of all ages and abilities. Admission is free. Be ready to get active!

 

The Chamber of Manitowoc County: Does your business host interns or hire recent graduates? The Chamber of Manitowoc County would like to know! We are investigating the possibility of a new program to keep young interns in the community, and that is where we need your help. Please help by completing this survey about the number of interns and recent graduates your Manitowoc business employs.

 

Steve Ford Agency - State Farm: Your car and home are covered - is your paycheck? Call me for more information about disability insurance (920) 682-2997or www.stevefordagency.com.

 

Schneider & Schneider Construction, LLC has many construction services. A very popular construction project this time of year is a new deck. We offer several ideas and options in wood or composite material. We can help design your outdoor entertainment area. Please contact us at [email protected], (920) 898-1300 or (920) 686-0313.

 

Manitowoc Public School District (MPSD)  invites the community to a listening session on May 15 at 7:00pm in the Wilson Junior High School auditorium to gather public input and answer questions regarding grade realignment. The plan to increase student opportunities, staff collaboration, and district efficiency will bring 9th graders to Lincoln High School and turn elementary schools into K-5 schools. The MPSD is excited to better serve their families in the future and would love to hear from you!

 

Point Beach State Forest , along with the Friends of Point Beach and Point Beach Concessions, invite you to our annual Breakfast in the Forest on Sunday, June 3, 8:00am - 12:00pm!  Join us for an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet with food made fresh onsite. Advance tickets are available at the park office for $8. Admission will be $9 at the door. Kids 5-10 $4 at the door; 4 and under FREE. This takes place during the free admission weekend, so no vehicle sticker or admission is required! Find Friends of Point Beach State Forest on Facebook or call (920) 320-9798 with questions.

 

University of Wisconsin-Manitowoc:  The annual spring Commencement ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 22, at 7:00pm in the University Theatre.  Dr. Alan White, recently retired professor of philosophy, is the Commencement speaker. UW-Manitowoc graduates will be awarded the Associate of Arts and Science Degree. A reception for graduates and their families will be held in the commons following the ceremony. For more information:  www.uwmanitowoc.uwc.edu  or call (920) 683-4700.

 

Seehafer Broadcasting Corporation:  SeehaferNews.com works hard to be your local news source for Manitowoc County. The part our community members play in making the news is very important. Whether it's breaking news or a featured human interest piece, your contribution makes a difference. Have you been involved in a news event? Is something significant, bizarre or unusual happening near you? Do you have a story to tell? Submit your newsworthy ideas by clicking on our News Tip page.  SeehaferNews.com - Free Local News for Manitowoc County.

 

Mike Howe Builders  and his team will work with you to start the planning process for both interior and exterior projects of your home. We take pride in making your dreams a reality. Are you ready to start your home renovation projects? We will help design your project and find the right products/materials to meet your needs and stay on budget. Call Mike at Mike Howe Builders (920) 242-3111 or email [email protected] to schedule a time to meet.

 

El Tequila Mexican Restaurant has just completed an expansion project that nearly  doubles the size  of our restaurant. We have great specials every day and the best margaritas anywhere. Join us the first Wednesday of every month when the Mariachi band entertains with their special brand of music and comedy. And coming in June, check out our new patio where you can enjoy our delicious entrees and drinks outdoors! Chamber Bucks are always welcome! It's all at El Tequila, the great taste of Mexico! 4411 Calumet Ave., Manitowoc.

 

The Salvation Army: We will be saying farewell to Lieutenants Jeff and Terri Olson at the end of June. Their "Farewell Sunday" will be June 24. We will be having outdoor services under the tent the entire month of June with a free lunch to follow. Consider joining us during June, but don't miss the 24th to encourage the Olson family and wish them well. The free summer camp signup deadline for youths ages 6-17 is May 21. For more information, or to pre-register, call the office at (920) 684-7117, ext. 106. You can also visit www.armylakecamp.org for camp descriptions. 

 

Balance on Buffalo: Sunrise Rooftop Yoga 6-week series begins Wednesday, July 11, 7:00 - 7:45am, at Wisconsin Maritime Museum.  "Sky above me, Earth below me, Spirit within me." Set a course for a beautiful day with Sunrise Rooftop Yoga. This gentle Vinyasa Flow class will include postures to stretch, warm, and tone the body. Surrounded by the soothing elements of nature, participants will experience a moving meditation designed to provide well-being and balance to mind, body, and spirit. $66. Minimum applies. Drop-ins $12 are welcome. Pre-register at www.balanceonbuffalo.com or (920) 684-8880.

 

Lakeshore Technical College is offering great ways to spend a few days exploring in-demand careers in June. We're hosting a variety of Summer Career Exploration events for all ages. TechGirls is geared toward girls ages 10-15, while Explore Ag and Explore Energy welcome girls/ladies 14+. Plus, guys ages 14+ are invited to spend a day learning about healthcare careers. Learn more and register at  www.gotoltc.edu/summer.

 

What The Lock?: We are oh so close to the magic happening! Each day we get a little closer to adding Orvellio's: Reconjured to our theme lineup. And even more exciting about it, if you were able to play and enjoy our original Orvellio's theme, Curiosities and Conjury, Reconjured will be a new game design! You will be able to share even more magic! The charms and enchantments will return in just a few weeks! www.whatthelock.com 

 

Nichols Electric Inc. ,   providing top-quality electrical service to Manitowoc and the surrounding area for over 20 years. We specialize in all types of electrical work including residential, commercial and industrial. No job is too big or too small with new owners, Lynn Eaton and Kirt Carviou. We offer competitive rates and great customer service. Contact us today for a free estimate at (920) 682-1161 or email [email protected]. Voted Manitowoc's Best Electrician 2015, 2016 and 2017.

 

Lester Public Library: This month's foreign film is "Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles," showing at 6:00pm tonight.  Adult Coloring is Thursday at 1:00pm. The new Cool City Writers group meets 6:00 - 8:00pm Thursday; from novice to published, whatever your preferred genre or format, all who love to write are invited. Thinking of starting your own business or working to grow an existing one? Plan on attending the new Two Rivers BizStarts: Beginnings!  meeting 6:00 - 8:00pm, Wednesday, May 23.  For more information about BizStarts, learn more here.

 

United Way Manitowoc County: The final event in our Public Awareness Series (Poverty and Healthcare Costs) has been cancelled due to a conflict with the presenter. If you are looking for local resources around this topic, please call 2-1-1 or visit their website  here. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

 

Felician Village: Parents will always be our parents. However, if a parent develops dementia, roles can reverse and suddenly a child finds themselves parenting their parent. Attend, "Role Reversal: Parenting Your Parent" on Wednesday, May 23, at 6:00pm, at Felician Village to learn strategies to help when our parents begin to rely on us like we used to rely on them. Presented in partnership with the ADRC of the Lakeshore. To register, email  [email protected] or call (920) 684-7171, ext. 329.

 

Lakeshore Humane Society 's 4th Annual Golf Outing, "Putting for Pets" scramble, will be held on Monday, June 4, starting at noon  at  The Golf Course at Branch River .   Register your team today ; only three more team spaces available! $70 per golfer or $260 per team which includes: 18 holes of golf with cart; free range balls before tee time; golfer goodie bag; and dinner buffet. Non-golfers welcome to attend the buffet at 5:00pm for just $15. Putting for Pets benefits Manitowoc County's homeless pets.

 

Miss Harbor Cities Organization, Inc.: Did you know that the Miss America Organization has a special partnership with Children's Miracle Network (CMN) and supports CMN hospitals across the country? Each contestant fundraises for CMN. Help support Serena, Miss Harbor Cities 2018's CMN fundraising and help support children right here in the state of Wisconsin receive life saving treatment. Help make miracles happen! Click here for more information and to donate to CMN.

 

The Golden Flame Family Restaurant:   Specials of the Week: Tuesday - Chicken, Beef or Shrimp Stir Fry w/Soup or Salad; Wednesday - BBQ Short Ribs w/Soup or Salad and Potato; Thursday - Stuffed Pepper w/Soup or Salad and Potato; Friday - Pub-style Haddock w/Soup or Salad and Potato; Saturday - Prime Rib w/Soup or Salad and Potato; Sunday - Roast or BBQ Chicken w/Soup or Salad and Potato; Monday - Ham & Scalloped Potatoes w/Soup or Salad, Potato included. Celebrate our 34 years in business May 22, 23 and 24 with 34-cent drinks (excludes shakes) and many more specials!

 

Manitowoc County Kennel Club: Sign up for our next Obedience Class session taking place on June 5, 6:00 - 6:30pm, at the Kennel Club, 40 Albert Dr., Manitowoc. No dogs that evening - please bring vaccination records, negative stool sample and $70 cash or check. Orientation follows at 6:30 - 7:15pm. Become a member of the Kennel Club and enjoy the camaraderie of experienced dog handlers and full access to the grounds. Please visit our website at for more information on membership and classes being offered to the general public.

 

The Forst Inn Arts Collective: Celebrate John Denver! Join us for this musical tribute by Layne Yost Friday and Saturday at the historic Forst Inn in Tisch Mills. A wonderful show that will take you back and remind you of simple things that remain true. Your ticket includes intimate table seating, a generous appetizer buffet before the show, and dessert served at intermission. Tickets are available at www.forstinn.com or by calling (920) 310-7228.

 

Shady Lane (Laurel Grove Assisted Living): Looking forward to rehab care at Shady Lane! New studio apartments with the comfort of home will be opening soon! Open House on Sunday, May 20, from 2:00 - 4:00pm. Tour the beautiful, modern accommodations and have all your questions answered. Medicare approved and many insurances accepted. Refreshments will be served. Experience the excitement at the Shady Lane Rehab Unit, 1235 S. 24th St., Manitowoc - a place for everyone.

 

Le-Vel THRIVE Promoter:  Our company is the world leader in human nutritional technologies. Free Coffee Drawing. Happy May Manitowoc. We've had so many great reviews about the taste of our THRIVE Cafe Mocha beverage that we want to share it with you. We will have four winners per week and each of them will receive a 1-week supply (7) days of our cafe which can be served hot or cold. Some have said, taste better than Starbucks and as a reminder ours contains vitamins. Everyone who enters will receive a prize. To enter, email me: [email protected] (920) 629-0695.

 

Rahr-West Art Museum:  Join us at the Rahr June 10 - August 12 to view, "Modern Masters, Twentieth Century" prints. This engaging exhibition - drawn from the popular Reading Public Museum's collection - features prints by modern artists from the 1920s through the early 21st century. Early Modernists, such as Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso, join Surrealists Roberto Matta and Salvador Dali and Pop Artists An d y Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Keith Haring and others. Don't miss this amazing review of works on paper from the 20th century. For more information, visit  www.rahrwestartmuseum.org or call (920) 686-3090.

 

Time Out Sports Bar & Grill: Join our team! Now hiring! We are currently accepting applications for experienced line cooks, dishwashers, and hosts/hostesses. Apply online at www.TimeOutSportsBarAndGrill.net.

 

Fox Hills Resort:  Visit Mishicot Saturday, May 19, for our Community-Wide Garage Sale and stop in for $5 Bloody Mary Specials starting at 7:00am in The Hills Bar & Grill.  For lunch, come back and enjoy our all-you-can-eat Pizza Buffet and Salad Bar from 11:00am - 3:00pm for just $8.99. Then, stay late for live music with Fork in the Road starting at 9:00pm. In addition, be sure to check out our weekly dining specials in The Hills Bar & Grill: Friday night Fish, Saturday night Prime Rib, and Sunday night All-You-Can-Eat Chicken with our soup and salad bar.

 

David's House of Travel: Do you have a family vacation on the horizon? If not, you might want to think about booking one. Trips aren't just fun, they can be really important for kids' emotional growth as well. Whether you're looking to surprise your kids with a trip to Disney World, take a multi-generational trip somewhere tropical, or even just an extended weekend trip, David's House of Travel is ready to help! Give us a call at (920) 684-6117 or stop in at 1029 S. 26th St., Manitowoc today!

 

Manitowoc Public Library: What do you like most about Manitowoc Public Library (MPL)? Ever have a great experience at MPL that you'd love to share? If immediate answers to these questions pop to mind, we'd like to interview you for a short video we're putting together that focuses on you, the MPL community. On Tuesday, May 15, and Wednesday, May 16, between 6:00 and 8:00pm, we'll be conducting brief-five minutes tops-on-camera interviews in the Franklin Street Room to capture your MPL moments. See you there!

 

Beacon Organizational Consulting  has the single focus of guiding nonprofits to financial sustainability. One of our key services to achieve this is the Resource Development Package. We look at your organization from every angle and produce an Organization Assessment, a Three-Year Resource Development Plan, an extensively detailed Funder Database, and a Master Grant for you to use over and over. During the 9-month period, you have an entire resource development team at your disposal. Check out our website: www.BeaconOrgConsulting.com.

 

 

City of Two Rivers: Spread the word! The Two Rivers Senior Center will have its "Trash to Treasure Sale" Thursday, May 1, 8:30am - 4:00pm, at the J.E. Hamilton Community House in the Behringer Room. Household goods, craft supplies, decorations and much, much more. New or gently used treasures may be dropped off on Wednesday, May 16, between 8:30am - 4:00pm. (Sorry, no early dropoff and no clothing or electronics please.) Friday morning 8:30 - 9:30am is Stuff-A-Bag for $2.