The Month of Love, and So Much More! |
|
When you think about February in Wisconsin, a few things come to mind: Ice fishing, Valentines, snow and shoveling... Here at WCAB, we embrace all of the above, but this year, we have so much else going on that we are excited to announce to you, and you can read about it all below... but what really stands out to us is LOVE! It comes in many forms... What we feel at WCAB is that being able to share our creativity and the creativity of so many in our community, is the best way that we can show you that we love you! And, after all, what we can always use more of is... LOVE!
As always, we encourage you to browse through: see all the happenings and many opportunities in our community, and if you feel curious, click on the bright blue links to take a deeper dive and get more details!
|
|
WCAB is leading a new project: Sidewalk Poetry! |
The Poetry Committee of the Waupaca Community Arts Board is proud to lead a Waupaca Sidewalk Poetry Contest in support of Waupaca’s Main Street Redevelopment Project. Yes, there will be Poetry at Your Feet.
|
I f you would like to help support this collaborative project, GO HERE!
|
|
When completed, the Poetry at Your Feet project will not only beautify our downtown sidewalks but inspire and uplift both visitors and residents. These poems will be the “concrete” stamp that captures the essence of the Waupaca community.
We are looking for 16 original poems to be imprinted in the sidewalks along Waupaca’s Main Street this summer.
The deadline for submissions is midnight, Mar. 15, 2021. Winning entries will be selected by Mar. 30. GO HERE for information on submissions!
|
|
WCAB is developing a 3D Alley Art project to help the Downtown business community during the Main Street Renovation project. We are working in close collaboration with the City of Waupaca to ensure the project’s smooth execution during construction. There is no cost to Downtown business owners.
|
|
Join in Waupaca's upcoming 3D Mural Alley Project! |
The Waupaca Community Arts Board will be transforming the alleys behind Downtown businesses this spring and summer with a series of 3D Alley Art installations, designed to turn building features -- such as pipes, stair rails, grates, and vents – into whimsical, fun art.
Area artists will have the opportunity to submit 3D designs for consideration in a juried 3D Alley Art Contest. Contest details and submission guidelines will be posted on WCAB’s website in late February.
|
|
|
|
WCAB's Waupaca Local Live: February's Show will be hard core, with
Thursday, February 18 at 7pm on Facebook Live!
|
Wisconsin Pop punk band SMITTEN KITTEN has arrived! They can't wait to show you what they got!
Featuring Megan Nendza- Guitar/Vocals, Justin Schingo - Guitar/Vocals, Emily Mae - Bass/Vocals and Zach Vasquez- Drums This up and coming local band plays all original music. they are currently working on a 3 track EP release, and are eager to talk about it on our show. Check their Facebook page, scroll down to find videos of their music and pandemic livestream performances, then plan to Join us on Feb. 18, when we get the full scoop and listen to them, live!!
The show will be live on our Facebook page! Join in the fun!!!
|
|
Go HERE, scroll down and see all of our past shows!
|
Waupaca Local Live is collaborative venture between the WCAB, Waupaca's 96.3 FM radio and WAUP 99.1 fm radio. We seek to bring local and regional musical excellence to the airwaves! If you have suggestions for musical talent that you would like to hear on our show, send us a message via our Facebook page!
|
|
C ento, or Patchwork Poetry, dates back to the second century! for more info, go here! Available at the Library's curbside pickup until February 6! Get yours today while supplies last!!!
|
Custom coasters made with our kit make a great creative addition to your collection of stuff! |
|
WCAB Winter Craft Cafe Projects in February |
WCAB continues the Winter Crafts Cafe with kits distributed through the winter months by our partner, the Waupaca Public Library.
Just in time for Valentine's Day:
Cento Poetry Project
January 21-February 6
The Cento — or patchwork — poem is easy, and surprisingly addictive. To help you weave your patchwork of borrowed phrases into a poem, we’ve added a modern twist — magazine clippings! Find the just-right phrases or words in the provided clippings that express your feelings for another person, a beloved pet, a special place, a favorite hobby, or just life. It’s up to you. Once you create your Valentine’s poem from the phrases you find, add some of the included artistic touches to the card — or anything from your own home — to finish it off.
Coasters!
February 16-March 2
Create your own coaster! Our robust craft kit includes a 4x4 ceramic tile, scrapbook paper, Mod Podge, a foam sponge brush, & one piece of self adhesive cork for a non-slip backing. Feel free to get creative, and add things from your own house, or write a message in Sharpie! Then Mod Podge a final moisture-proof top coat, and viola, you have created a beautiful coaster!
All WCAB Craft Cafe Kits are available through the curbside Pickup service of the waupaca Area Public Library. Call ahead and arrange fro your pick up today!
|
|
With our Headliners Erin Krebs and Tae, and a whole lot of other local talent, we promise that this is a night not to be missed! GO HERE for the full lineup!
|
Jazz singer/songwriter Erin Krebs is a Waupaca Favorite at Chick Night 2019 and Waupaca Local Live!
|
Tae is a singer songwriter who is a rising star, a Mile of Music favorite who has been on Waupaca Local Live.
|
|
WCAB's 2021 Interactive Participatory
Chick Night
Livestream Concert
from
Danes Hall!
Friday, February 26 at 7pm on Facebook Live
|
We will NOT let Chick Night pass us by just because of the dumb pandemic! This year, we have learned a lot about technology, and so we are ready to put on an incredible interactive event that will allow you to participate: dance, sing and do art with us while we provide music, poetry, stories, comedy and more, live-streamed from the Waupaca Danes Hall!
Our theme is "How women hold each other up." This year, you will have the opportunity to support the Mission of Hope House, via a link on our website. "Mission of Hope House aims to promote self-sufficiency and improve the lives of families affected by poverty and homelessness, and to engage our community in the fight to end homelessness."
|
|
The Waupaca Area Arts and Culture Network |
|
The Waupaca Area Arts and Culture Network is a monthly meeting of Waupaca's arts and cultural organizations, city and business leaders, who share information, mutually support each other, and work together on events that enrich our community. The next meeting is on February 25 at 6pm on ZOOM.
|
|
The WAACN meets at 6 pm on the 4th Thursday of each month, on ZOOM! Join us! Send us a FB message to get the zoom link! |
The WAACN's last meeting in January held a lot of enthusiasm for planning another arts related gathering for the fall of 2021. WE will be talking about the Waupaca Arts and Culture Plan, looking at where we have come and planning where we are going. The plan is part of the City of Waupaca, and you are welcome to look at it HERE! Waupaca is a community that prioritizes the arts!
|
|
Other February Happenings... in and around our community!
Events, classes, stress relief and local artisan shopping!
|
|
 |
Here is something fun...a Medallion Hunt! Active fun for the entire clan. Get clues from the radio! Prizes for the winner! GO HERE for more info.
|
The virtual Ice Fishing Tourney is still on, and now adults can enter too! Check it out, kids love being outside in the winter, get your kids signed up today! for more info go here!
|
|
|
|
The Jensen Center in Amherst is so cool! Check out this awesome event. Dress for the weather, this is going to be fun! February 27!!! Go here for info!
|
|
|
|
|
|
The Winchester Academy has a great schedule of programs to take us from winter in to spring. All virtual, the programs can be safely watched live from your own home, on the Winchester Facebook page, broadcast also on 96.3 radio and WIN TV. Topics for their February programs include:
Feb. 8 at 6:30
Feb. 15 at 6:30
|
|
|
|
Join this upcoming Virtual Life Class on
Thursday, February 4 at 6:30
Seymour Library Director, Elizabeth Timmins will teach the philosophy of Wakanheza, a tool/attitude to prevent or de-escalate stressful situations in public by focusing on welcoming postures and environments.
|
|
The Waupaca Area Public Library |
The library's Tall and Small Book Club meets on zoom on Saturday, February 27 at 10:30 am. This virtual book club for young readers and their adult reading pals will be reading Little Dog Lost by Marion Dane Bauer.
Please register in advance for this event:
As always, check the Library's FB Page and Website regularly to see what sorts of things they are doing for our community! It truly is incredible, so be brave and click the link and explore all the opportunities at our wonderful Public Library!
|
|
|
|
|
celebrates our shared co-creative cultural, sustainable development,
and rural regeneration in Central Wisconsin. Through shared stories, co-supporting events and cultivating relationships, this grass roots movement is worth a look!
Go here for podcasts produced by the founders of this movement.
|
Inside Creativity is a deep dive podcast exploring the realms of the creative force that literally lives, breathes, and animates through each of us every single day. Through inspired conversation and curious questioning, we’ll embark on a journey of discovery with our visionary, ingenious guests who know what it is to tap into the creative flow that stretches and expresses through limitlessness.
You can also participate in Practice Peace: Practice Peace is an invitation, a loving reminder, that our collective focus is a powerful force. When we practice peace (and love…), we actively shift our world for the greater good.
|
|
|
|
The Tre of Life offers many services, one of which is classes in Belly Dance! Belly Dance is an ancient healing art form, created by women, for women. Susan, the owner of Tre of Life, will be teaching some basic moves at WCAB's Chick Night Livestream event, and will grace us with a performance. She has been Belly Dancing for over 20 years and she loves to share her passion for the dance with other women. It’s a dance for every woman – all colors, shapes, and sizes.
|
|
|
|
The Waupaca HIstorical Society |
Where in Waupaca on Wednesday?—Check out the Waupaca Historical Society’s Facebook page for updates on the Society, peeks into their collections and stories of Waupaca and Chain O’Lakes history! On Wednesdays, try to figure out Where in Waupaca the Society’s photograph has been taken! Then, check back on Thursday for the answer and some local history.
|
The Holly Center is open for appointments only. If interested in doing some research or viewing the exhibits, please call (715) 256-9980 or email us.
|
|
|
|
|
Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce |
2021 provides us with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help create and sustain a more vibrant Main Street. We can turn downtown Waupaca into an iconic destination where visitors and residents alike flock to walk, shop, and dine. While the City of Waupaca will add trees, benches, and flower pots to Main Street’s new streets and sidewalks, this project takes beautification one step further. Your gift will support the addition of special amenities that will transform Main Street into a site of bustling economic activity and a source of civic pride. Please consider contributing to this community effort: GO HERE to learn more!
|
|
Chili Cook offs are often sponsored by the International Chil Society. This is a real thing!!! Click on the link to learn more about past winners, winning recipes, and more than you ever wanted to know about chili.... |
|
National Chili Day is February 25, 2021! |
I t is fitting that we celebrate National Chili Day every year on the fourth Thursday of February since there’s nothing better than enjoying fiery fare during one of winter’s coldest months. Wisconsin is no stranger to home made Chili...and there are chili cook-offs happening all over the state, and on a national level! And, there are sooooo many ways to make chili...with or without macaroni, meaty or vegetarian, and everything in between. Whether you enter your recipe, or you just make a big old pot of Chili to enjoy at home, WCAB wishes you a very happy National Chili Day!!!
|
|
|
|
When you are old and grey and full of sleep,
And nodding by the fire, take down this book,
And slowly read, and dream of the soft look
Your eyes had once, and of their shadows deep;
How many loved your moments of glad grace,
And loved your beauty with love false or true,
But one man loved the pilgrim soul in you,
And loved the sorrows of your changing face;
And bending down beside the glowing bars,
Murmur, a little sadly, how Love fled
And paced upon the mountains overhead
And hid his face amid a crowd of stars.
|
|
Here's a fun activity for people of ALL ages....coloring! Go to this page to download lots of clever heart designs that you can color with crayons, colored pencils, paints, what ever. The possibilities are endless, and in the end, you can give them to your loved ones as valentines!
BTW, did you know that the sending of valentines on Valentine's Day, like so many holiday traditions, has an ancient history? So interesting!!!
|
|
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is February 16, and the parade is cancelled due to Covid, but the party spirit cannot be stopped! |
|
Mardi Gras 2021: The parade is cancelled, but citizens are creating house floats throughout the city! |
WE love he persistent human spirit to create and party! The parade is cancelled, but: one woman's idea to create house floats grew, and now over 5000 homes are being transformed by citizens and artists in NOLA, taking the place of the annual Mardi Gras parade! GO HERE for an article about this latest triumph over covid, and here for more info on how this idea supports so many in the city!
|
|
|
|
The Beatles famously said "All You Need is Love" |
Can it be that simple? That question is irrelevant simply because whether or not Love can solve everything, adding love is never wrong. It is never going to make anything worse. And it makes everyone feel better. We all are on a lifelong quest for love, in its many forms. During this month of love, find ways to add love: use your innate creativity! We love the arts because being creative gives us the opportunity to express feelings in ways that bring us, and those around us, joy. That's love.
Have a great month of LOVE!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
