The Arts and Culture News for JUNE 2024 | |
It's JUNE, and we are launching the Summer of Music!!! | |
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June is really the start of summer in Waupaca, and we at WCAB are excited! We know that the kids are still in school for a few days, but the beach is open, it's getting hot and we are ready. Living in the north, we have to make the most of our short 3 month summer, so let's get going! And there's always so much to do in our little rural area...unreal!
And we are so excited to bring so much music to town this summer, with the Waupaca Jazz and Cocktails jazz festival that starts TODAY, (sorry, sold out! Maybe some tix available at the door, good luck!) the Summer NIghts Concert series, and many more opportunities in August with the upcoming ARTicipation Week and Arts on the Square... and even more from our friends in the many arts and culture groups in town! Stay tuned, Waupaca!!!
And June hosts a number of other "holidays:
- June 14: Flag Day: Established in 1916 by President Woodrow Wilson
- June 16: Happy Father's Day to anyone who is, or has a dad, or had to be a stand in dad... ! (this includes single mamas) Here is a list of father-themed songs to enjoy on June 16!!!
- June 19: aka Juneteenth marks our country’s second independence day. It is a National Holiday celebrating the end of Slavery
- June 1-30: Pride Month. Established in 1999 and expanded in 2011, Pride Month honors the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, which was a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States.
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 2023 Summer Nights Concerts start in June! | |
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Summer means...Summer Nights Concerts!!!
Join us for our Kickoff Concert
Wednesday, June 12, 6:30-10 pm at the
Indian Crossing Casino
for a night full of great dance music
with
Copper Box
with opening band Baba Ghanooj
The Wheelhouse Restaurant is helping us to bring the phenomenal band, Copper Box, to the Casino on Waupaca's Chain O' Lakes for our special Summer Nights Kickoff Concert!
Waupaca's own Baba Ghanooj leads off the night, 6:30-7:15 p.m., with Copper Box taking the stage at 7:30 p.m.
Copper Box is a quartet based in Oshkosh, WI and was started in 2002 with co-founders, Danny Jerabek & Michelle LL (Jerabek). Danny grew up performing in his dad's band at the early age of 9 and was self-taught on button accordion (currently endorsed by Hohner Accordions), drums, trumpet, sax, etc. He married Michelle L Thull, who also performed in her dad's family band, and they started Copper Box so they could be together on stage. With the help of some incredibly talented musicians, Copper Box continues to deliver a punch in entertainment and musicality, playing familiar songs with a twist in a multi-genre accord (polka-rock-blues), as well as their own originals for concerts and events.
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Baba Ghanooj is a locally famous band that has been playing together for so long that even those who are not blood relation are considered family. Listen as they play songs from Steely Dan, Tom Petty, the Beatles, and some fabulous original gems. Their love for each other, and their listeners/dancers gets translated into a sound that is tight, energetic, & just a lot of fun for all.
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The Iconic newly remodeled Indian Crossing Casino bar will be open for food and beverage service. Come and enjoy great food drinks and music as we kick off summer!
And, hint: Bring your cash for the 50/50 raffle!
Kickoff Concert Tickets are $10/each at the door!
GO HERE for more info on this concert!
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Summer Nights at South Park
Wednesday, June 26
Still Reckless
Family Art at 6, Music at 7!!!
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Still Reckless embraces a deep affection for the country music of the 1990s, pointing to the harmonies, instrumentals, and message of many ‘90s bands. They claim bands such as Little Texas, Restless Heart, and Blackhawk as major influences, though they’re also quick to point out the band features songs from the 2000s and even more recent.
Kasun's Food Truck will be on-site until 9 p.m. Beverages also will be for sale.
At each concert, we offer a family art project, 6-7 p.m. This week we will be doing Lego Art, using legos to make prints!Make a free art project, fun for all ages, while the band is warming up and the food trucks are serving up good eats!
Also, this year: visit the Waupaca Historical Society's Hutchinson House while you are at the concert! Enjoy Waupaca's history!
GO HERE for more information on all of the Summer Nights Concerts!
In event of rain, Summer Nights will be hosted at Par 4 Resort, 201 Foxfire Dr, Waupaca, WI 54981.
A rain announcement will be made on WCAB’s Facebook page by 3 p.m., the day of the event.
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WCAB's Jazz and Cocktails
Jazz Fest 2024
The dream of a jazz festival in Waupaca is coming true on June 1-2 at various iconic locations: The Indian Crossing Casino, the Wheelhouse and on the Chief Waupaca out of Clearwater Harbor.
WE have had great community support, in fact: All Tickets have sold out, for both Saturday and Sunday! We are sorry if you are not able to attend...
Here's what you can do to join the fun, though:
- We have reserved 30 general admission tickets to be sold at the door on Saturday June 1. Come early and see if you can nab these tickets!
- The performance by Kate Voss and the Hot Sauce at the Wheel House is free, so you can check that out!
Thanks to all the stellar musicians who will make this a fantastic first Annual Jazz Festival in Waupaca!
Jazz and Cocktails
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WE are so honored and excited to have this wonderful image created for our 18th Annual Arts on the Square 2024 by Tim Pucillo! Tim is a local artist who is also the Aretist in Residence at the Waupaca Arts Hub, reaching numerous classes for kids of all ages, some for adults, and has developed our digital maker's space, allowing kids to explore artwork using digital technology, animation and 3-D printing. "I wanted to create something in the same program I teach. I love the art style of dada and I love to doodle so I combined the two and made a dadadoodle." Thank you Tim, for this gloriously joyous depiction of our 18th Annual Eclectic Arts Festival!
Watch for this image to start appearing around the community, as we start to release information of this year's ARTicipation Week and Arts on the Square!
Save the Dates: ARTicipation Week is Sunday August 11-Friday August 16, and Arts on the Square is Saturday August 17!
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WCAB's Waupaca Local Live Special Edition June Show
Featuring Poets
James Hamilton and RRTut
Live from the 96.3 FM studio and Live on Facebook!
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The June Special Edition exclusive in studio show features two great spoken word/poetic voices: James Hamilton and RRTut. They will have live guitar accompaniment from Jeff Miller. Both poets are innovative, using music as a backdrop to powerful verse.
James Hamilton is 5X Internationally, a published AuthorSpoken Word Performer, Regular Guest on Nuyorican Poets Cafe #TOOM Show Broadcast Live from New York's Lower East Side Thursday Nights, Winner (1st Place) Rockford IL Certified Poetry Slam (May 2024). His work hits hard and makes you a better person for considering other realities, often with topics of addiction, homelessness and climate change. Listen to James's work here.
As a child of 8, RRTut started off by being a break dancer, a graffiti artist, beatboxer DJ, hip hop fashion, hip hop lyrics. Since the 1990's.RRtut is an .original hip hop artist, songwriter, graffiti artist and martial artist who has been performing and winning awards in all genres He currently resides in Green Bay, moving from Chicago in search of a better lifestyle. He attends many poetry events, and is part of the Jeff Miller Band, among many other projects: He is also a composer and visual artist, creating works to go along with his work. He aims to educate each and everyone on hip hop and the difference between rapper and Emceeing.
Listen to RRTut here
Join us on Facebook for this one, recorded in the studio and released on our FB page!
Go HERE for more information!
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View previous programs from the past 5 years here! Great musicians, interesting dialogue and great music!
Waupaca Local Live Archives
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!
The Thursday Night Music Club is on Summer Break! We will return in September with more great live music in the studio and post-show sets at the Grand National Lounge! Keep your membership cards handy!!!
Until then we may have another special edition show or two... Watch out for August when we bring in the Heart and Soul Club from the Arts Hub for a special ARTicipation Week show!
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News from The Waupaca Community Arts HUB
a program of the Waupaca Community Arts Board
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Summer Art Classes
Summer Art Classes will start Mid-June and run through early August. Each week there will be a different class on a different topic! Each class meets twice in a week, on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. A perfect little one week creative boost for kids during Summer!!!
Sign your kiddo up HERE!
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Students will have the fun opportunity to construct a tote from bird or dog food bags. Students will learn how to cut from a pattern and construct a bag using a sewing machine creating a unique tote bag to use throughout the summer.
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Collect your summer memories in a hand-bound journal that you made! We'll learn a marbling technique for the softcover and a sewing technique to bind the pages.
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Join us to get messy with papermaking! Making paper is a great summer activity; we’ll be creating our own pulp from recycled materials and using big vats of water to pull sheets. Students will get to make their own paper mold to keep. Class may take place outside, weather permitting.
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Creative Makerspace: Exploring Laser Engraving, Vinyl Cutting
Join us in the exciting world of creative making! In this hands-on art class, students will delve into the fascinating realms of laser engraving, vinyl cutting, and 3D printing. Our state-of-the-art makerspace provides the perfect environment for young minds to explore, experiment, and bring their imaginations to life.
Take-Home Creations: At the end of the session, students will proudly take home their creations from each category. Whether it's a custom-engraved keepsake, a set of vinyl stickers showcasing their original designs, or a 3D-printed masterpiece, they will leave with tangible reminders of their creative journey in our makerspace.
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Strange Bioluminescent Creatures from the Deep Ocean.
We will use tempera paint, colored pencils, and GLOW IN THE DARK PAINT on dark pastel paper. You will learn some new techniques and tricks that artists use to draw and paint. And learn how these strange inhabitants of the deepest darkest areas of the Oceans survive using their bioluminescence. For everyone and all levels of artistic skill
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The Arts Hub will be on hand at the Library in June: We will be at the Park Play at Riverside Park on June 25, and at the Library for Stories and Activities on the 26th!!! Come have fun with Teacher Laura!!! | |
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Strings Chamber Group: We continue to look for kids ages 6th grade through high school to join our Chamber group at the Arts Hub! This is a great opportunity to play your instrument in a group, and work on some orchestrated pieces with an experienced teacher! Sign up here for this group, which will continue to meet during the summer!
Summer Music Lessons resume the week of June 10! Many Hub students will be joining the Heart and Soul Club, learning that famous "50's Chord Progression," and the many pop songs derived from it. then they will go on the August Waupaca Local Live during ARTicipation Week, to play a Heart and Soul Marathon! See your teacher for more info!
As Always, we have:
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SHINE Update!
WCAB continues to work on the Shine Project, now in its second year.
SHINE was funde3d by the Wisconsin Arts Board, the Waupaca Placemakers and Friends of WCAB. The many partners include The Waupaca Foundry, The City of Waupaca, the Park and Rec Department, the Historical Society,
- Over 170 tiles were made by community members, from ages 8-89
- WCAB has been working with the City and Park and Rec to determine a location for installation
- The installation will take place hopefully in the fall of 2024
- The Waupaca Foundry is busy completing the metal pouring for the structures that will house the glass tiles
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WE've been getting lots of press: Check out our updated Web page to see coverage of the Iron Pour by Channels 2 and 11! And, we made the front page of the Waupaca County Post!
- Stay tuned for more details as they emerge! and plan on a big celebration!
Waupaca
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Watch the Bandstand for The return of the Community Piano!
We will soon be moving the piano back, after a long winter at the Rec Center! Thanks to Ross Ferkett for keeping it tuned! People have been playing it... Enjoy, Waupaca!!!
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Haiku Wednesday in June!
Go to our FB page on Wednesday June 5 and add a Haiku!
Haikus are fun to write.
3 lines, with first having 5 syllables, second 7 and third 5.
Have fun!
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JUNE Happenings... with the Waupaca Area Arts and Culture Network Members | |
Waupaca King and
In Between
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SHOP LOCAL!!!
Waupaca King and In Between's FB page can keep you up to date on events in our local retail world. It pays to check them out, you will find events happening that you otherwise might miss! This engaged collaborative group of retailers support each other, as they provide our community with so many unique options for local shopping. And many of the WKI members help support Arts on the Square! Thanks, WKI!!!
Waupaca King and In Between
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Waupaca Area Arts and Culture Network | |
The WAACN is a network of organizations, creatives and businesses who have a common goal to work together to create a vibrant creative community. Together, we work collaboratively to support the intention of creating an arts and culture-rich community.
The next WAACN meeting will be on Thursday, July 25 at the Chain O Lake Bar and Grill at 6:30pm.
All are welcome to join this active vibrant group!
Waupaca Arts and Culture Network
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Adventure Begins at Your Library is the theme for our Summer Learning Program, and we want to see YOUR adventure!
Submit your photo(s) to us with a short description of your favorite adventure. We will print and display them in our lower level Exhibit Room. (Participants are also welcome to print their own artwork. Physical copies of the entry form are available at the library service desks.)
You DO NOT need to be a professional photographer, and no adventure is too big or too small, too close or too far from home. We are excited to showcase where our community members have traveled, and places that fill their hearts.
Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in a Youth and Adult division.
GO HERE for info and to register.
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Brain Health and Reversing Cognitivfe Loss
June 13, form 1-3pm
Waupaca Public Library
Learn how lifestyle choices and diet can optimize brain health.
Led by Rick Menet MD, MPH
Retired physician, trained in functional medicine
GO HERE for more info.
| Check out the Library's comprehensive Calendar of Events! Plan your summer with the Waupaca Library! | |
The Waupaca Area Public Library | |
Summer Kickoff Party
June 6, 3:30-5:30pm
Join us on the front lawn to celebrate the start of summer. Enjoy a treat, sign up for summer reading, and play some yard games. We can’t wait to see you!
Fun and Games!
You don’t want to miss this fun event.
GO HERE or more info!
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Storytime at the
Splashpad
June 13, 20, 27 9:30-10 am
Join us each Thursday from 9:30-10 for a special Story Time at the Splash Pad in Swan Park! Program runs from June 13-August 1.
GO HERE for more info.
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Park Play with the Library
in June
Join us for learning and fun at the parks this summer! Tuesdays at Riverside Park!
Tuesdays find us at Riverside Park!
**Special guest from Waupaca Arts Hub on June 25!
WAUPACA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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The Waupaca Historical Society | |
Lost Arts Fair
Saturday, June 22
10AM-4PM
Hutchinson House at South Park
Step back in time as the Waupaca Historical Society hosts the second annual Lost Arts at the Hutchinson House event on Saturday, June 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit the Hutchinson House Museum at South Park and take a step back in time to learn about arts, crafts and hobbies common more than 100 years ago! Demonstrators will show how they are keeping these arts alive—from soap making and spinning wool to basketweaving and needle felting. Take part in family activities like weaving and quill writing, along with other interactive demonstrations.
And enjoy old-time music from Flip o’ the Coin on the Hutchinson House porch! Refreshments will be served.
Lost Arts Fair
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Visit the Historic Buildings of Waupaca's Historical Society this summer!
the Hutchinson House Museum is open on the second weekends of June, July, and August from 1-4 p.m. The Depot is open every weekend of the summer on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from 12-5 p.m. The Hutchinson House will also be open for special events and WCAB’s Summer Nights concerts!
Waupaca Historical Society
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City of Waupaca stuff.... |
City of Waupaca Outdoor Movie: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
FRIDAY JUNE 7, DUSK (around 8:45 pm)
Join us on the Bank First lawn for an outdoor movie! Enjoy delicious food from Smokehouse Barbeque. Movie starts at 8:45, but come early to grab your seats and some yummy food. Bring blankets or chairs to get comfy!
Thank you to Bank First for Sponsoring the movie!
GO HERE for more info!
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Good News Radio
From 9-10am first and third Wednesday of the month
Live on Facebook and on 96.3fm
A collaborative effort between the Rotary Club of Waupaca and Waupaca Community Media (Win-TV 991 and Waupaca Radio fm96.3) Good News Waupaca is a multi-platform, bi-monthly program to connect the Waupaca Community with events, information and good news stories in our community.
| Waupaca Farm Market is NOW OPEN! Located on the square on Fulton Street, every Saturday from 9am til 1pm! Check it out! The Waupaca Farm Market is a thriving growing event, supporting local farmers! See you at the Market!!! | |
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New Flowart Classes at the Rec Center!
The Waupaca Rec Center is offering some fun new classes, called "Flowart!" Classes will be starting June 10th. Classes will be held in the Exercise Room At the Waupaca Recreation Center.
Sign up through the Rec Center's Active Net. (Go Here)
Waupaca Park and Rec Department
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Winchester Academy’s mission is to enrich the community by providing free, intellectually stimulating, informative, and engaging programs.
Winchester Academy Programs are always on Monday evenings, at 6:30, at the Waupaca Public Library Meeting Rooms, unless otherwise noted. They are free and they serve cookies and coffee!
Monday June 10: Transplants, Organ, Tissue and Eye Donation: The Ripple Effect. Erin Halpin, together with her mother, Joy Reichenbach, work as RNs in the Organ Procurement Organization at UW-Madison. Their program will discuss the importance and rarity of organ donation and help dispel common myths related to all forms of donation. It will review advancements in organ donation and transplantation over the past 20 years, and include several stories & follow-up from various donor families and recipients that have been touched by the gift of life.
Monday, June 17: The History of Björklunden Vid Sjön: A Door County Retreat
Thomas McKenzie is the Director of Björklunden, Lawrence University’s north campus and retreat center in Baileys Harbor.
From an idyllic estate to an enchanting retreat center, Tom charts the history of this remarkable property. Rooted in the vision of Winifred Boynton, this site for peace and contemplation embraces Scandinavian architecture and features an iconic hand-carved and painted Norwegian “stavkirke” chapel. You’ll learn about the geology and ecology, the flora and fauna, how the land changed hands and was gifted to LU, concluding with ways the campus is used today and how this site offers models for the future.
Monday, June 24: To Save a City: The Berlin Airlift
Christopher L. Kolakowski is Director of the Wisconsin Veterans Museum, will discuss the Berlin Blockade (June 24, 1948 - May 12, 1949) as well as the resultant Berlin Airlift which was in some ways the first battle of the Cold War. It will set the stage for events to come. It was also one of the great moments for the newly independent US Air Force. Chris’s talk explores the blockade, the airlift, and its importance in history.
GO HERE for full information on all of these June Winchester Programs!
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The Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce | |
Celebrate the beginning of summer with the
Annual Strawberry Fest!
Saturday June 15, 9AM-4PM
Strawberry Fest is a family festival that features an arts/crafts fair with more than 150 vendors from across the Midwest, strawberry shortcake, music, great food and more! Taking place on Jefferson Street, at the Trinity Church parking lot and behind the Chamber office...this year featuring carnival rides and bouncy houses!
GO HERE for a full list of events happening at Strawberryfest and on the entire weekend of June 14-16, including the Lions Club Fly-in, the Model Railroad show, activities at the Historic Depot and more!
Go HERE for the Chamber Website and Community Calendar!
Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce
|  | Jeff Anderson is the new President and CEO of the Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce, the Waupaca Area Convention & Visitor Bureau, and the Waupaca Area Chamber Foundation. Having called Waupaca home for over a decade, Jeff is deeply invested in the community’s success and prosperity. In his role, Jeff brings career experience in non-profit organizational management and destination marketing. He looks forward to being a partner in supporting and advancing Waupaca’s creative economy. Welcome Jeff! | |
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This amazing podcast features interviews with so many interesting people... The latest show featured Jess Fritsch, a working artist who uses beeswax in her paintings...
Tune in to WAUP 99.1 FM on Saturday morning (6/1) at 8:00 a.m., or catch the repeat on Monday evening (6/3) at 6:00 p.m. on WAUP or Waupaca Radio FM 96.3. For our streaming fans, go to live365.com, enter WAUP 99.1 in the search bar and hit play.
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Other Events happening in our general area! | |
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Green Bay Botanical Gardens Bus Trip
Tuesday June 25
8am am-3:45 pm
Join tour guide extraordinaire and master gardener Verna Toftum on a summer day trip to visit the beautiful Green Bay Botanical Gardens, followed by a buffet lunch at Pizza Ranch, and a viewing/shopping stop at Scray Cheese Shoppe in DePere, before heading back to Amherst around 3:45 p.m. Pre-registration is required and only 55 spots are available. GO HERE to register!
Trip fee includes admissions, lunch, and motor coach bus ride.
The Jensen Center will be hosting Artwork form Guatemala
Go to their webpage to see all the wonderful things the Jensen Center has to offer!
Jensen Community Center
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Friends of Hartman's Creek | |
2nd Annual
Chain O Lakes Flotilla
Saturday, June 8 at 8 am
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What is a Floatilla?
An opportunity for people who love paddling to come together on an adventure as they look for six different checkpoints and earn tickets to win great prizes. This is not a race.
Family-Friendly Fun: This event is perfect for the whole family! Bring your kayak, canoe, paddleboard, or anything that is seaworthy...(we have kayaks that you can rent if needed).
Whether you're a local or visiting from out of town, this is an experience you won't want to miss!
*ALL proceeds will go to Friends of Hartman Creek State Park to build a new all inclusive playground in the state park.
GO HERE for more info and to register.
Sponsored by Adventure Outfitters
GO HERE for more fun events at the park!
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On display and for sale will be pottery, paintings, weavings and painted wooden sculpture. Proceeds from the sale go to Mujeres Aliadas, a wonderful midwifery school, women’s clinic and educational center in Mexico!!! | |
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Special Art Exhibit at Jensen Center
A display of Mexican art (pottery, paintings, baskets, etc.) will be available to view during open hours and evening events for June and July at the Jensen Community Center in Amherst starting June 19th., and going through August. Artist Krista Botsford, Wausau, has made it her mission to bring Mexican art work back to Wisconsin that she purchases during her winter vacations. She then sells it to raise funding for a women's clinic close to her home in Mexico. Interest in making a purchase should be handled through direct contact with Krista. Her contact information will be available at the display.
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The Summit: Poetry and Spoken Word Open MIc
Wednesday, June 5 at 7:30pm
The Grand National Lounge
"The Summit" is a monthly (held on the first Wednesday of the month beginning on June 5th, 2024) Open Mic for poetry, prose, and spoken word artists to share their wares with other artists and members of Waupaca's robust arts and entertainment community in a warm and supportive environment.
Readers/performer sign-up starts at 700 PM and the show starts at 730 Sharp. The event will be hosted by James Hamilton.
GO HERE for more info!
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Stella Cole
June 18 Stevens Point
June 19 Menasha
To experience Stella Cole (warning: if you click on that you are gonna be hooked) is to be transported back in time. Her sense of joy and wonder is infectious — one look at her massive social media following makes this clear. Take a quick scroll through her many viral videos and you'll see not only her irresistible charm, but an ability to expose fans of all ages to the wonders of the Great American Songbook.
On her highly anticipated debut recording, Stella interprets a collection of bygone and contemporary classics. Featuring songs made famous by everyone from Barbra Streisand to Judy Garland to Billie Eilish. It is sure to be one of the most impressive vocal recordings of 2024 and you’ll be able to experience it all live!
Listen HERE!
Get tickets and info HERE!
Jazz Coterie
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Saturdays at Turners
Saturdays at Turners Fresh Market are special... the Turner clan is creating a family fun environment with live music, art, playground and games, all sorts of events happen. They also sell farm fresh products,of course! Stay tuned to their FB page weekly to find out what events are planned for Saturdays... June 1 they will host a graduation party for one of the Turner kiddos...as well as have live music by Odin and Freja's House band, Boogie Sauce and a fabulous food truck called TacoMaiz.
Check it out!
Turners Fresh Market
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Amoco and the Filling Station June Thursday Generosity Days | |
The Amoco Station and The Filling Station (Thursdays) continue their generosity and support of local organizations, by donating 20 cents per gallon/20% of their proceeds on
June 6 to the Waupaca Fire
Department!!
June 20 all donations go to The Chain Skiers. They will be back on
Rainbow Lake this year, check out their schedule for shows HERE! First show is June 16 at 5pm!
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Worthwhile events just over the County Line | |
The 33rdAnnual Energy Fair: June 22, 2024
Custer, Wisconsin
Join us at The 33rd Annual Energy Fair on Saturday, June 22, 2024!
Organized by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association, The Energy Fair is the nation’s longest-running event of its kind and brings thousands of attendees together to learn about sustainability and clean energy, connect with others, and take action toward a sustainable future for all.
This year, The Energy Fair has evolved into a single day, consumer-focused event. The Fair will feature a competitive selection of workshops, demonstrations, exhibit booths, and the usual music and fun that has always been at the heart of the Fair.
The Energy Fair happens rain or shine! We'll see you there!
The Energy Fair
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The Good Times Comedy Show
Friday, June 21
Chain O' Lakes Bar and Grill
featuring Bryan Bixby
Don't miss this fun evening of laughs with host Ben Warren!
Ben's Comedy Clubhouse
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The Good Times Comedy Show
Host Ben Warren is bringing another hilarious comic to Waupaca: Bryan Bixby is a Chicago-based comic who’s been performing regularly since 2015. Originally from the small town of La Farge, WI, he tried comedy for the first time in high school at the age of 15. After moving to Portland, OR, his quick wit, clever writing, and rapid-fire delivery made him a staple in the comedy scene, earning him the title of “Portland’s Funniest Person” from Willamette Week. Former co-producer and host of “Everyone Hates You” - Portland’s most popular roast battle show - and a regular at Helium Comedy Club, Bixby has won multiple competitions in the Pacific Northweast. Bryan has performed at clubs and shows across the United States, appeared at multiple comedy festivals, and worked with comics like Dave Attell, Kyle Kinane, and Jeff Arcuri, as well as being heard on The Doug Stanhope Podcast.
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WAUP Fundraiser
Our Spring Fundraiser is in full swing and we’re asking for your support, so that we can keep local community radio on the air and online. For over 8 years 99.1 has kept the focus of programming on our local communities.
GO HERE for more info and to donate!
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Lesson From the Art in Iola | |
WATERCOLOR of a Lakeside
Scene
Monday June 10
9:30am-noon
$25, All materials are included.
Create a peaceful lakeside scene while learning how do to reflections and ripples in water, as well as textured tree bark and a colorful sky.
To sign up for this class, email Carolyn Rosenberger.
Lessons From the Art
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The Center for Living Well | |
Wednesday Water Meditations with Tammie Jo
You know summer is around the corner when the Water Meditation Schedule comes out! These kayak meditations take place on the many lakes in the area.
Join us for a paddle around local lakes, ending with a guided meditation. June-12 North Lake Paddle Under the Stars 8:30pm, June 19-Cedar Lake, June 26-Reinhardt Lake 6pm FREE:
The Center for Living Well
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Loving Awareness Sanctuary |
Qigong Workshop at The {Tre} of Life
June 20th
6-7pm
Qigong, pronounced “chee-gong,” is an ancient practice and a pillar of traditional Chinese medicine. It is a moving meditation, coordinating slow-flowing movement, deep rhythmic breathing, and a calm meditative state of mind.
Qigong is designed to realign the body’s energy centers to establish harmony and balance in body, mind, and spirit. It can help improve circulation, balance, flexibility, and muscle strength. It is calming for the central nervous system, helping to reset the stress response in the body, shifting us from the “fight or flight” mode into the “rest, digest, and heal” mode. Come experience this deeply calming and healing practice at the {Tre} of Life on Thursday, June 20th at 6:00-7:00 pm. This workshop is limited to 12 participants, so sign up now to reserve your spot!
GO HERE for more information, and to register.
Tre of Life
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Open MIC at the Little Wolf Gallery in Iola Saturday June 8 at 5pm
Join us and our friends, Lessons from the Art, for Music, French Wine, Art, and camaraderie... every second Saturday.
If you’d like to stop by and play or sing, please do. Jazz Jam is an informal and fun place to try stuff out, or get in the mix with other players.
Little Wolf Gallery
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Open Mic at Odin and Freja's Place
...and down the road in Scandinavia, there are Open mics happening on Thursdays, June 6 and June 27 at 7pm. A freindly environment to drop in and play a few tunes, sit in with other musicians, and enjoy this venue!
Odin and Freja's Place also hosts alot of live music. Be sure to check out their schedule!
Odin and Freja's Place
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We welcome everyone at WCAB!
We are now looking for volunteers for our summer events.
Street Dance: Friday, August 16th, 6-10pm with The Jimmys, food trucks and activities.
Arts on the Square: Saturday, August 17th, 9 am -4pm.
Volunteers are needed! Sign-up to help in Beer & Wine Ticket Sales, Workshops and Information/Survey Booth.
Go HERE if you want to volunteer!
Select a day, area and time that you would like to volunteer.
Waupaca Community Arts Board
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