Happy Holidays from WCAB! |
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We are right in it....you know, the Holiday Season? Close to the Winter's Solstice, between Thanksgiving and Christmas...in the midst of Hanukkah, heading towards Kwanzaa and New Year's! (Can you say 2022???) Party, anyone? it's all about celebrating, and we are all for it! What ever feels right and safe for you, everyone is included! We at WCAB just love the holidays! Every single holiday embraces the arts: beautiful artwork and design on cards, gift wrap, decor...music to fit every celebration; dance, poetry, and more, the holidays really embrace creativity!
We hope that each of you enjoys this season in your own way, even despite the limitations that Covid has placed upon us. Finding ways to connect with family and friends, to celebrate the Holidays, as we head in to a new year, is possible! Be safe and Be merry, so we can continue our collective journey towards building community, together! Happy Holidays to everyone!
What is your favorite holiday music? There will be lots of music in Waupaca this Holiday season, check out all the concerts below.... And, here are a few holiday songs, for nearly all the holidays we celebrate...to get you in the mood....maybe you will find a new favorite!
Enjoy this newsletter, it is chock-full!!!! 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!
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The Waupaca Community Arts Board's Annual "Friends of WCAB Campaign" is now over!
We had an overwhelming response. We are humbled by your generosity and faith in us. We promise that 2022 will be full of creative events that you can partake in!
Stay tuned for an Arts HUB Family Fun Night, a New Irish Wake Celebration, Poetry Month, a Kid's Jazz event, Arts Hub Recitals and Art Shows, Summer Nights Concerts, ARTicipation Week, Arts on the Square, a fantastic community Art Project (to be launched soon!!!) and the Bach Festival, to name just a few of the tricks up our sleeves for 2022....
And we have faith in all of you: your creativity, your passion for community, and your desire to make the most of our town: Waupaca!
Go here for our heart-felt message of gratitude!
Thank you Waupaca, we love you!
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WCAB's Waupaca Local Live December Show
Featuring:
Comedian Ben Warren
Thursday, December 16
7:00pm Live in the Studio and Live on Facebook!
Contact Us if you would like to be in the small, safe, masked live audience!
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We are in for a very special treat this month...we are bringing comedy in to the studio, with Comedian Ben Warren! Ben Warren is a very funny local comedian who brings "dadhumor" to a new level! Recently hailing form Oregon, he brings a unique perspective to life in our small town. Ben was a huge hit locally during Articipation Week in August, now is your chance to get up close and personal with this talented, hilarious guy! Join us as we get the inside scoop on Ben's life as a comic as well as a dad in these trying times! And Bonus: diddling around on the Mandolin will be Fran Rademacher!
Want to join us in the studio? if you are willing to mask up, you can be part of the live studio audience! DM us and we will give you the details!
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View previous programs from the past 5 years here! Great musicians, interesting dialogue and great music!
We seek to bring local and regional musical excellence to the airwaves!
We have lots of exciting shows planned for 2022, but if you know of a musician who has original music that you think would be great on our show, Contact us! We are doing winter and spring booking now!
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The Waupaca Community Arts HUB |
Our December Semester is winding down, and we are preparing for 2022 classes!
- The Arts HUB will hold its first Holiday Recital, open to students and their families on December 21. Once COVID settles down, we will open these great events to the public!
- Winter term for art and music lessons starts the week of January 10.
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We're continuing to grow: We have added Mondays for Piano lessons...Sign up for music lessons today!!!
- Remember that the HUB has gift cards that are perfect gifts for anyone who wants to have their child take an Art Class, or any one of any age who would like to take private music lessons! GO HERE for more information on Gift Cards !!!
- Also, We are proud to be able to offer financial assistance ofor those who need it...the Arts are for everyone! Go HERE to learn more!
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Create a Comic Book: “Imagination Has No Limits” with Artist Booras
Wednesdays — 2:30-4:30 p.m. — Jan. 12-Feb. 16 (6 weeks)
Ages: 8-13
Students will create a Comic Book, from start to finish, including front cover, and a back cover. The final Comic Book will be ready for scanning or photocopying. Students will write and illustrate a fictional story, based on true events, a memory or a fantasy. The story will make a point, make a statement, or have a moral.
A long career as a graphic artist and illustrator took BOORAS all over the country. His interest in cartooning began in early childhood and his artwork has been published widely for more than 60 years. Most recently, his comic novelette “Down in the Doughnut” won First Place in the Adult Division of an Oshkosh Comic Book Creation Challenge.
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"Nothing Flat" Art Class with Artist Laura Reynolds
Tuesdays — 3:30-5 p.m. — Jan. 11-Feb. 15 (6 weeks)
Ages: 7-12
Experience the arts of dimension and sculpture in this class for children of all skill levels! Creating projects that will encourage creativity, increase fine motor skills, and allow children to problem solve in a fun and safe environment. All supplies included.
Laura Reynolds has a lifelong love for creativity from being the craft lady at summer and church camps to developing numerous community art projects.
She understands the importance of meeting everyone where they are and help them develop self-esteem and confidence.
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Other December Happenings... in and around our community!
Events, classes, stress relief and local artisan shopping!
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The Third Annual Yuletide Trail Saturday, December 4
10am-4pm
The Waupaca Area Arts and Culture Network is excited to be planning the Third Annual Yuletide Trail event in downtown Waupaca! Get your Commemorative Tins today, before they are all gone! Then you will be ready for the cookie walk, and all the other fun events planned, including:
- Santa neighborhood tour and visit down on the town square
- Caroling by Waupaca Community Theater
- Arts Hub community singalong with songbooks!
- real fire rings downtown
- ornament making
- Hot Chocolate and popcorn stands
- Holiday books and story-times
- Winter Farmer's Market
- Toys for Tots at Danes Hall
- Winter warm clothes drive for the schools
Stay tuned for more information soon, and visit the event for more details!!! |
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Waupaca Area Arts and Culture Network |
Stay tuned for more information as we continue to prioritize goals for our community in the area of arts and culture, for 2022 and beyond!
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The Winchester Academy has arranged a special deal with Santa Clause! He will be visiting Waupaca during the Yuletide Trail event! He will be doing a neighborhood tour, visiting many of our local streets and handing out children's books, and then he plans to meet us downtown on the Town Square at around 12:45pm for more greeting and photo opportunities! So don't miss your chance to see the Jolly Old Elf Himself!!!
The 3rd Annual Yuletide Trail is a collaborative event of the WAACN, with incredible participation and holiday spirit by all...Special thanks go to Community First Credit Union for supporting this event. Enjoy this event as a way to kick off your holiday spirit! Happy Holidays form WAACN! |
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Start your Advent Calendar Today, December 1! |
Do you use an Advent Calendar? If so, it starts today, December 1! The history the Advent Calendar is kind of interesting, GO HERE for more information.... And if you want to see a gallery of beautiful Advent Calendars (a true artform!!!) GO HERE! And....if you want to make your own Advent Calendar, GO HERE!
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Waupaca King and In Between |
We have so many wonderful shops here in Waupaca, with new businesses opening frequently! Check out the downtown retailers Saturday on the Yuletide Trail, where they will be distributing cookies for your cookie tins! Our wonderful local retailers deserve support as we start to buy special gifts for the people on our lists...please remember to check out our local businesses as you start your gift-buying! Thanks, Waupaca King and In Between!
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Thank You Placemaker Project Donors! |
The beautiful Obelisks that were recently installed on the corner of Main and Union Street were lovingly created by Artist Claudia Krumsee of Studio 212 here in Waupaca. She crafted them using a mosaic style, and fitted her designs using found objects, pieces of artifacts from under our Main Street, and objects shared with her from the community. The foundation of these obelisks were designed by the Waupaca Foundry team and they also instaleed the finished sculptures. These pieces of art represent gratitude to the donors who helped to refurbish our Main Street, making it unique, creative and beautiful. For an explanation of the Obelisks by the Artist, GO HERE!
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The Waupaca Area Public Library is a stop on the Yuletide Trail again this year! Our VIRTUAL STORYTIME is the perfect chance to snuggle and enjoy readings from your favorite librarians and community members. Storytime starts at 2pm on December 4th and will be available throughout winter. You can pick up copies of some of these stories to build your own winter-themed library at area businesses (and right here at the library, too!):
Northern Home: It's Snowy and You Know It Clap Your Hands by Kim Norman
Winchester Academy (available along the Santa parade route): Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer by Rick Bunsen
All books are available starting December 4th while supplies last.
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Need books? Let us put a book pack together for you!
You'll tell us a little about yourself as a reader and we'll pick some items for you to enjoy!
What you'll get? Books selected for you, checked out to you, and ready for curbside or inside pick-up.
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The Waupaca Area Public Library |
- Masks are required for entry
- Limited time 1 hour
- Study rooms for 1 hour w/masks
- Computer use for 1 hour daily
- Book Sale is now open!
- Exhibit Room open with masks and social distancing
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Thursday, November 18, 2021 (All day) to Saturday, January 29, 2022 (All day)
COMING SOON....The Exhibit Room is excited to host local author and illustrator, Missy Mittel! Missy's witty words and fun illustrations will capture your heart. Learn more about John Muir, a champion for nature and the national parks, and meet a few furry friends, too!
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A few more December Holidays worth Noting.... |
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St. Nicholas Day,
December 5
For most of us, this tradition has St. Nicholas filling children's shoes with gifts and treats while they sleep on the evening of
December 5. GO HERE for more info on this tradition! |
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St. Lucia Day,
December 13
St. Lucia is associated with both the martyred Saint, as well as a festival of light celebrated near the solstice, with a candle head dress and saffron bread... GO HERE for more information about this Swedish/Scandinavian Holiday! |
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New Year's Eve, December 31
Ever wonder what the rest of the world does on New Year's Eve? GO HERE for a comprehensive listing of over 70 countries and how they celebrate the end of one year and the beginning of a new year. And do you like to make resolutions? GO HERE for some solid information on how to succeed at this tradition! |
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The Waupaca Historical Society |
Get Your Cookie Tins Now!!!! |
The Waupaca Historical Society is proud to be part of the WAACN's 3rd Annual Yuletide Trail! Get your commemorative Cookie tin today at the Historical Society, or the Chamber office or Northern Home, and be ready to take the 2021 Cookie Walk! Proceeds from the tins go to the Historical Society. This event is funded in part by the Community First Credit Union. |
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The Waupaca Community Theater |
The Waupaca Community Theater, part of the Fine Arts Festival, is happy to present
Nuncrackers
December 9-12
Nuncrackers: The Nunsense Christmas Musical is the first "TV Special" taped by the sisters in their convent basement studio for Cable Access. It stars the nuns you love plus Father Virgil and some of Mt. Saint Helen's most talented students. It features all new songs , and is filled with "Nunsense" humor. Nuncrackers will make you laugh and maybe tug at your heartstrings. It's the perfect way to insure your holiday season is merry and bright.
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Waupaca School Music Concerts! |
We are so excited to get the inside scoop on some of the musical productions for December.... Call the schools for more details!!!
5th Grade Concert (MS Auditorium)
December 2nd 7:00pm
Pearl Harbor Day Ceremony at WVH (Wind Ensemble only)
December 7th 8:45am
6-8th Grade Choir Concert
December 6th 7:00pm
WHS Madrigal Dinners
December 11th & 12th 5:00-8:30pm *Reservations Required, it might be too late...contact the High School with questions!
All CEC Winter Program
December 13th 5:00pm
Grades 6/7/8 and Suzuki 6:30pm
December 14th afternoon & 5:00pm
4k - 5th Grade?
6th Grade Band Concert
December 14th 7:00pm
7th/8th Grade Band Concert
December 16th 7:00pm
3rd/4th Grade Concert (WLC)
December 16th 1:00pm & 5:00pm
4K-2nd Grade Concert (WLC)
December 17th 9:00am & 1:00pm
WHS Holiday Choir Concert
December 19th (Sunday) 2:30pm
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Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce |
Thanks to our Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce for making this year's beautiful Christmas Tree in the Historic Bandstand possible!!!
The Chamber is doing a Winter Coat drive. Drop off your new or gently used coats in good condition to the Chamber office on Main Street.
And as always, check the Waupaca Area Chamber's Community Calendar for events in our community! In December, there are a multitude of Christmas and Holiday events happening in Waupaca and also in our neighboring communities! Add your own organization's event to the calendar!
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Waupaca Elf on a Shelf 2021!
Elves can be found through out the Waupaca Area at Waupaca Area Chamber Investor Businesses.
Enter to Win by finding the Elf in at least 18 locations. Have the Business stamp your entry form! Or find all 28 for a chance to Win $100 in Chamber Gift Certificates.
Return your completed form to the Waupaca Area Chamber, 315 S Main Street by December 17th at Noon.
All correct entries will be entered into a drawing for the grand prize of a $100 Chamber Gift Certificate and 28 Business Gift Certificates each valued at $25 or more.
Get your entry form at the participating businesses, Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce or on our Facebook page.
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Plan to attend this very special Amherst Christmas Celebration!
4 great shows,
Sat Dec 11 and Sun Dec 12
Get your tickets today!
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Weyauwega celebrates the season with lights and a parade! |
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Manawa's Miracle on Bridge Street |
Plan to attend this very special Amherst Downtown Manawa's Holiday community celebration! Go here for all the many many details! |
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Fine Arts Festival's Holiday Music and Seasonal Readings at the Waupaca Country Club |
Don't miss this magical evening of music, readings and fellowship for the holidays!
Go HERE for tickets and more info!
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Trinity Lutheran Church Holiday Concert |
Enjoy Christmas Music at Trinity Lutheran Church with
Sunday, December 5
6:30 pm
All are Welcome!
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Plan to see Mrs. Clause and some of the Reindeer, listen to beautiful Madrigal Holiday music, take a wagon ride, do crafts, enjoy a bonfire and so much more! a
Very Merry, Old Fashioned Christmas
December 11
10am-7pm
in New London!
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The December Jazz Coterie show is titled "Catch a Rising Star" because the music of Samara and Pasquale are destined to reach the level of the jazz greats! Don't miss this fine concert with these incredible musicians. Make it an early Christmas gift, if you must! Read all about it here! ***Don't forget, you can go to either Point or the Valley for this great concert!
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Waupaca Danes Hall is participating in the Yuletide Trail! Saturday, December 4
Dane's Hall
Toys for Tots and Open House
Please drop-off new unwrapped toys for children 0-17 years old, outside the Danes Hall of Waupaca for our annual Toys for Tots Drive on Saturday, December 4, 2021 from 10am-5pm.
And, Danes Hall encourages everyone to support local businesses by attending the Yuletide Trail on Waupaca's newly updated Main Street. While you are on the Yuletide Trail, come on in to see the Danes Hall's 5 beautifully decorated Christmas trees! We'll have hot cocoa, Danish Grog (like mulled wine), and eggnog available for purchase.
Check Danes Hall FB page for other fun December events!
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Need we say more about this offering? Holiday Stress is all around, and this 2 hour session could be the best gift that you give to your self! Also, Every Tuesday at 9 am there is a free 10 minute online meditation at the Center's FB page. Tune in and breathe!
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Wednesdays with Wags at the Wheel House |
Wednesday, December 1
7:30pm
Wheelhouse Blues Allstars featuring legendary musicians Tony "Wags" Wagner, Jimmy Voegelli, Perry Weber, Richad Raven, Westside Andy, and Tony Menzer.
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Check out the Magic Forest Winter Wonderland Window at the
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Come to the Gerold Opera House in Weyauwega to see the Waupaca Community Theater's presentation of Nuncrackers!
We know this is redundant, but it's live theater, people, after all this time!
All you need to do is wear a mask, and then you can join the audience!!!
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The folks at the Tomorrow River Charter School have always done a fantastic job at creating home grown gifts and a sale that is incredible.... This year is no different! And you can look through things online, and there is still time to order online form the online shop! Then, on December 5, you can either pick up your goodies onsite, or plan to shop that day in a covid safe all outdoor atmosphere, on the grounds of the Tomorrow River Charter School!
Go here for more information....money raised by the sale help fund the school!
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Happy Holidays from WCAB
As we start our December, and are engaged and pulled in to all of the busy-ness, we want to make sure that we tell you that we appreciate you and hope that you have a wonderful holiday full of light, creativity, joy, and love. And good food. And good music. And everything that makes you happy! See you in 2022, we will be ready! Happy Christmas and Happy New Year!
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