The Arts and Culture News for May 2024 | |
It's May, and finally Spring...Happy Spring from WCAB! | |
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May is such a busy month in our community! We hope that this newsletter gives you a glimpse of some of the things happening, in addition to the end of school events, graduations, Mother's Day, gardens to be planted, and yards to be cleaned up...May is busy!
May Day meaning has changed throughout time. Traditions also have changed, but one thing is for sure: whether you celebrate workers, or new life, leave a May basket or dance around a Maypole, May Day is a sure sign that spring is coming, even when the snow continues to fall! And after this long winter, we are happy to get on board and launch in to the "Lusty month of May!" Here is an odd song involving the last morning in May...
And here is a site with some ideas of crafts for May Day!
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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Sunday June 2, 11am-1pm: Cruise the Waupaca Chain O' Lakes on the Chief Waupaca at Clear Water Harbor, during our exclusive Jazz Cruise, featuring
Matt Buchman and the UWSP Faculty/Alumni Jazz combo!
Brunch included!
Get tickets HERE while they last!
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Just one month away, it's advisable to get your tickets for Jazz and Cocktails today before they sell out....because they are selling fast! Thanks to our sponsors, this is an incredible opportunity to see all of these great players together in just 2 days! Don't miss Jazz and Cocktails 2024!
GO HERE for Ticket sales!
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WCAB's Waupaca Local Live
and the
Thursday Night Music Club
Featuring
Straight Whiskey Serenade
Thursday, May 16 at 6:00 pm
Live from the 96.3 FM studio and Live on Facebook!
7:30 at the Grand National Lounge!
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Straight Whiskey Serenade is made up of three small town, blue collar guys just chasin’ a passion. They originate around the Waupaca area. They play mostly country with classic rock mixed in, and travel across the whole state of Wisconsin for shows. Join us for this down to earth, home-grown show!
Give a listen HERE!
and go HERE for more info!
Join us live in the studio for this one! DM us for details. Join us for Waupaca Local Live! You can join us in the studio (send us a FB message) or experience the show on FB Live 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 a 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!
| Please don't be late for the meeting. Bring your membership card to the show and get it stamped! If you don't have one, we will give you one! | |
News from The Waupaca Community Arts HUB
a program of the Waupaca Community Arts Board
Our Website can now be switched to Spanish...scroll down to the bottom of any page, and select your language of choice!
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Join us at the Waupaca Country Club for Our Spring Open Mic
Sunday, May 5
2-4pm
Featuring performances by:
*The Cheese Curds: the Hub's Rock Band!
*The Hub Improv Group
*and an Open Mic format for the music students of the Arts Hub!
Come early, get your kiddo signed up to play their piece and enjoy the creativity of our Hubsters!
Bar will be open for drinks and soda.
Donations appreciated, See you there!
Go here for info!
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Summer Classes at the Hub now open for registration!!! | |
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Summer School Creative Exploration Camp!
June 10-13 and 17-20
12:30-3pm, following WSD Summer School
This summer embark on an unforgettable adventure at the Arts Hub Creative Exploration Camp. Our camp is designed to ignite the creativity and imagination of our campers. The camp will delve into art, music, singing, and STEAM activities, creating a session full of learning, laughter, fun, and creativity.
Pre-registration is required. Spots are limited to ensure a personalized and engaging experience for all of our campers.
GO HERE to sign up. Tuition assistance is available!
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EARLY BIRD SPECIAL TIL JUNE 3!!!
Sign up early (by June 3) for Summer Classes and Summer School and be eligible for a 10% Discount!!! We can't make it much easier, Waupaca!!!
The Code word is EARLY10SUMMER
Spread the Word!!!
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Registration is now open for our Summer Art Classes!
In addition to our exciting Summer Camp, The Arts Hub has a variety of cool 2-day classes for kids this summer, including:
GO HERE for all the details on how to sign your kiddo up for these wonderful activities! Tuition assistance is available!
All required materials are included in the class prices. Class seating is limited. GO HERE to see all of our classes, and to register!
And as Always, we have:
Listen to what our students are saying...
The Waupaca Community Arts HUB
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Summer Strings!!!
Summer is a great time to join the Hub's Strings Chamber Group!
Did you know that if you attend the CEC that you can keep your instrument for a small fee over the summer?
What a great opportunity for those heading in to 6-12 grade...5 sessions this summer, led by Rebecca, Sign up today!
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Be Oh So Cool in Arts Hub Gear!!!
For a limited time we are again offering t shirts, plus: long sleeve T's and Hoodies with our fabulous Arts Hub Logo! Get yours today, in kid and adult sizes, proceeds support the Hub, Oh Yeah!!! Be cool in Hub Gear! Scan the code to learn more, and see Rachel if you have any questions!!!!
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We were overwhelmed with the support we received from this wonderful community during our Birthday Month! Your contributions will enable us to continue our Tuition Assistance and Outreach Programs, and add to our programming in the coming months! We thank all of our volunteers, and all the donors who turned out online, via the US postal Service and in person at our recent "Fun-Raiser" on April 20. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us make the arts accessible to all!
Tuition Assistance at the Arts Hub
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The SHINE Exhibit at Waupaca Public Library | |
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"Let's all connect to our place on earth and in the universe: Waupaca, let your light shine!"
These words guided us through the past year, as we held 16 + workshops, at 4 locations, and made over 170 fused glass tiles!
Come to the Waupaca Library Exhibit Room to see the entire story of how SHINE came about, and where it is heading! Open until June 1!!!
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And a few more things in the works for WCAB... | |
Copper Box is Loaded with energy, musicality and delivers an unforgettable show! Zydeco/Swamp Blues Rock...Awarded "People's Choice," "Americana Artist of the Year," "Instrumentalist of the Year." Be ready to dance, this will be an epic night! What a way to kick off summer in Waupaca at the iconic newly remodeled ICC on the beautiful Chain O Lakes! | |
Local favorites Baba Ghanooj will be opening the show for our 2024 Kickoff Concert. Be ready to dance, and get all warmed up before the fabulous Copper Box takes the stage. Happy Summer, Waupaca!!! GO HERE for more info on our Kickoff Concert at the ICC!
GO HERE to listen to Baba Ghanooj!
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Gear up for WCAB's
Summer Nights Concerts 2024
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Our Stellar Lineup this year includes a Kick-off Concert featuring Copper Box with Waupaca's own Baba Ghanooj!
A special Thank you to the Wheel House Restaurant for sponsoring this concert!
Copper Box
with Special Guests
Baba Ghanooj
Wednesday, June 12
6:30-9:30pm
at the ICC/Casino!
Food and drinks available at the ICC Bar! 50/50 raffle for your chance to WIN BIG! This concert will help us launch our summer of fantastic concerts that will take place at Waupaca's South Park!
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Go HERE for the full lineup for our 2024 Summer Nights Concert Series, held at South Park (unless it rains, then we will be at Par 4 Bistro!) made possible by our incredible Waupaca Area sponsors!
Food trucks, beverages and Family Art Projects start at 6:00, music starts at 7. Bring a lawn chair, and come enjoy the evening at South Park!
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Juried Art Show Applications due May 15 | |
Call to Artists: You have until May 15 to submit your work to be considered for the 2024 Arts on the Square Fine Art Show!
We are located in downtown Waupaca on the Square, with music, workshops, dance and more! This show is going to be EPIC!
Artist cash prizes in several categories!
Go HERE for our Application Page!
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Stay "tuned..." the community piano will be back in the Bandstand soon! | Very soon, we plan to move the Kid-painted Community Piano back to the Historic Bandstand so you can play whenever you want! Stay "tuned" to our Facebook Page for info on when we will be moving it! | |
May Happenings... with our Waupaca Arts and Culture Partners | |
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We had a great quarterly meeting in April! GO HERE for the meeting minutes. Lots of reviewing and lots of planning. All of our members are busy, and also enthusiastic to collaborate to make Waupaca the best it can be, full of creativity and celebrating our community!
Our next meeting is in July 25, and we are planning a social media workshop in September, and the fabulous Yuletide Celebration in November, complete with the Holiday parade!
Join us! WAACN
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Waupaca King and
In Between
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Shop Local for Mother's Day!
Saturday, May 11
Celebrate Mom by loving & shopping local!
Visit Waupaca, King & In Between for a day of shopping & all things Mom!
Shop local shops and select a unique gift for that special lady in your life that she won't soon forget. Clothing, jewelry, flowers, books, food, and more are available in Waupaca. And don't forget our local restaurants!
Plus - visit the following merchants & enjoy Mother's Day specials and SWEET TREATS as you shop our beautiful & historic town!
GO HERE for a list of participating shops. Spoiler Alert: there are tons of them, so be ready to shop for yer ma!
Waupaca King and In Between
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Shine! features over a selection of the 170 original fused glass tiles from the Waupaca Community Arts Board Fused-glass Tile Workshops. Learn some of the stories behind the tiles and how they will be added to the SHINE Community Sculpture Project!
Also on exhibit:
Explore the beautiful pencil art of Manuel Munoz and craft art of Paulina Gonzalez as we SHINE the light on these two outstanding local artists.
The exhibit will be up for the entire month of May.
SHINE EXHHIBIT
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Thursday May 2, 1:30 PM
Another great movie, with a pre-recorded intro by the late Dr. Jack Rhodes. Popcorn, friends and fun!
Go HERE for more information!
| The Library now has an events calendar making it easier to see when and where their wonderful programs take place! GO HERE to see the calendar... which shows Teen Dungeons and Dragons, Babygarten and more! | |
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¿Cómo se dice?/ How do you say?
Tuesdays, 4-5pm
A time for conversation and practice in each other’s languages.
Un tiempo para conversar y practicar en los idiomas de los demás.
Looking for English and Spanish speaking individuals to participate. Let’s learn together!
Se buscan personas que hablen inglés y español para participar. ¡Aprendamos juntos!
You are welcome any time during that time slot
Eres bienvenido en cualquier momento durante ese horario
GO HERE for more info!
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Outdoor Plant/Seedling Exchange
Friday, May 10
3:30-5:30
Meet us on the front lawn for a plant exchange! Bring plants, take plants, or both! Participate in the way that you need to. You can bring house plants, perennials, or extra seedlings to share.
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Family Fun Day at the Depot
Saturday, May 18
10am-2pm
Come aboard for a day of trains and family activities as the Waupaca Historical Society and Waupaca Area Public Library present the 7th annual “Family Fun Day at the Depot” at the historic Waupaca Depot.
This free event will take place on Saturday, May 18th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Waupaca Depot, located at 525 Oak Street. Families can enjoy activities and games throughout the day. Tours through the historic Waupaca Depot and its grounds, along with train tables and model trains in the lower level, will also be available for all ages. Visitors are also encouraged to explore the Granite Quarry trails at Shambeau Park, which can be accessed from the Depot.
This event is sponsored by the Waupaca Historical Society and the Waupaca Area Public Library and is a family friendly event. GO HERE For more information,
For more information, go here!
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BACK ON TRACK
Waupaca Train Depot Film Premiere
May 18, 7:30- 9:00 pm
The premiere screening of “Back on Track: Rebuilding the Waupaca Train Depot” will take place at the Gerold Opera House on May 18th. The feature-film documentary depicts the history and salvaging of the Waupaca depot and its surprising impact on the community today.
This project was supported in part by a grant form the Waupaca Area Convention & Visitor Bureau Tourism Development Grant.
From Emmy Award winning producer, Ron Scott, the film chronicles the remarkable saga of Mike Kirk, a devoted model train enthusiast whose unwavering determination, along with the support of a dedicated circle of family and friends, spearheaded the decades-long restoration of the long-abandoned train depot nestled in the heart of rural Waupaca. Through Kirk's indomitable spirit and vision, the Waupaca Depot emerges as a phoenix rising from literal ashes, symbolizing resilience and community revival.
"Back on Track" transcends the boundaries of a mere restoration project, delving deep into the rich tapestry of American history and the birth of rural communities. As the film unfolds, viewers are transported on an evocative journey, exploring the intertwined narratives of Kirk's personal quest and the broader narrative of American heritage.
For Tickets GO HERE.
To see the Trailer, GO HERE!
WegaArts
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OK, let's keep this simple. Our interview with John and Kelli Turner of Turners Fresh Market and Turners Fresh Gourmet was a lot of fun. Bob Tevis, Mark Gerlach, and Chuck Reynolds were glad we interviewed them, and you will be glad you listened.
Tune in to streaming: go to live365.com, enter WAUP 99.1 in the search bar and hit play Or, you can listen on SOUNDCLOUD, where all the Curiouser programs are available for listening!
Curiouser
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The Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce | WCAB would like to say Best Wishes to the Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau Executive Director Terri Schultz. She has been at the helm for over 30 years! You will be missed, and we wish you a happy retirement filled with all the things you love doing! | |
SAVE the DATE:
Strawberry Fest planning continues!
Strawberryfest 2024
Saturday, June 15, 2024
They are planning for this event now, and looking for vendors!
For more information or to download an artist/crafter or reseller booth application:
GO HERE!
Go HERE for the Chamber Website and Community Calendar!
Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce
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Waupaca Amoco and the Filling Station May Thursday Generosity Days
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The Amoco Station and The Filling Station continue their generosity and support of local organizations, by donating 20 cents per gallon/20% of their proceeds on
Thursday May 2 to the Waupaca Sherrif Department K-9 Unit.
A police dog, also known as K-9 or K9 (a homophone of canine), is a dog specifically trained to assist members of law enforcement. Dogs have been used in law enforcement since the Middle Ages. The most commonly used breeds are German Shepherds and Belgian Malinois, but several other breeds are represented having some unique talents. Basset Hounds, Bloodhounds, and Labrador Retrievers, for example, are known for their tracking, trailing, and detection skills. Used as a means of law enforcement widely across the United States, Police K-9s usually serve in the force for 6 to 9 years.
May 16 proceeds will go to
Waupaca YOuth Baseball.
Thanks to these benevolent businesses for their continued community support!
Go HERE for more info!
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Waupaca School Music Departments Spring Concerts | |
The Waupaca Schools have sent us their upcoming concert list. Please check with the schools for more details!
HS Jazz Concert
May 3rd 7:30pm
Creative Expressions Night (WLC)
May 7th 5:00-7:00 pm
7th/8th Grade Band Concert
May 7th 7:00pm
6th Grade Band Concert
May 9th 7:00pm
Suzuki Concert CEC
May 9th 5:30pm
HS Senior Tribute Band Concert
May 13th 7:00pm
6-8th Grade Choir Concert
May 14th 7:00pm
Creative Expressions Night (CEC)
May 16th 5:00pm K-4th
CEC Musical
May 17th 5:30pm
May 18th 5:30pm
HS Senior Tribute Choir Concert
May 19th (Sunday) 2:30pm
5th Grade Musical
May 21st 7:00pm
Memorial Day HS Bands - 9:00am Ceremony @ VFW
May 27th
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Other Happenings In and Around our Communtiy | |
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Starting May 4th, every Saturday this season from 10am-2pm we are opening our grounds in front of the market to community members excited to share themselves and their food, art, music, crafts, information, knowledge and activities for a weekly family friendly hang and time to talk!
We are just getting things booked for Saturdays, but we already have at least one food truck coming each Saturday to provide lunch, our amiable friends of Bide-a-Wee Bakery delighting the community with their baked goods, as well as a rotating cast of characters each Saturday that thus far includes a yoga instructor for kids, a fine artist painting onsite, musicians ready to entertain, as well as local clubs and schools setting up informational booths about what they do.
PLEASE reach out to John Turner for more information or interest in participating in Saturdays At Turners!
Turner's Fresh Market
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Rising Star Mill Annual Fine Art and Fine Craft Sale
May 25-26
10:00 AM to 5 PM, Saturday, May 25 - 10:00 AM to 4 PM, Sunday, May 26
Nelsonville, Wisconsin
Join local artisans at the Rising Star Mill in Nelsonville for the Mill’s art show and sale. This local tradition is one that you won’t want to miss! With over 25 artists, many of them new to the Mill, there will be an array of fine art and craft to enjoy and purchase.
In addition to the local art, activities will include music by Snow on the Mountain, The famous BBQ lunch will be sold as well along with local treats and beverages in the feed sack room. There is plenty of outdoor seating space for relaxing while eating and enjoying the music as well as the beautiful view of the tomorrow river that runs just behind this historic site.
Nelsonville Mill
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Poetry Night at the Atelier
Saturday, May 11
7pm
Join us for a night of Poetry and Music
$10 Donation at the door which goes to our performing artists.
Featuring:
James Hamilton, author
Thomas Cannon, author
RRTUT The Poetic EMCEE
Cody James, musician
GO HERE for more information and directions to the Atelier.
The Atelier at·el·ier /ˌadlˈyā/ -
a workshop or studio, especially one used by an artist or designer.
Waupaca's only house venue since 2015. Maker space of the one and only Ben Darkart.
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The Center for Living Well | |
Lots going on at the Center for Living Well in Iola!
Including Tammie Jo's upcoming 2024 Water Meditations, done via your kayak on various Waupaca County Lakes!!!
The Center for Living Well
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Open Mics that we know about.... | |
Here are a few Open Mic ooortunities that we know about...all are really cool, friendly, and some can acomodate youth!
First Thursdays at Odin and Freja's Place in Scandinavia, starts at 7pm
Second Saturdays at Little Wolf Gallery in Iola, starts at 5pm
First Sunday at Familiar Grounds in New London, starts at noon
Check it out!!!
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Music at:
Odin & Freja’s Place: Olsen and Evenson, 6 pm - 8 pm
Silver Lake Lanes: The Drovers, 7:30 pm -10:30 pm
Happy Daaze: Galynne, 4 pm - 8pm
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Scandinavia's Mead Meander
Friday, May 17, 4pm-?
Join us in celebrating Sytende Mai with a fun-filled evening of mead tasting, a.k.a. honey wine, and exploration at participating businesses in Scandinavia. Nine venues, 8 in downtown Scandinavia, serving tastes of various Midwest-made mead in a commemorative Mead Meander glass.
"Mead held a place of honor in Viking life, serving as more than just a beverage; it symbolized unity and celebration. It was integral to feasts and significant events; the deeply entrenched customs and rituals of mead drinking were part of the fabric of Viking society.”
Be part of the local heritage, Limited attendance, so sign up now!
MORE INFO HERE
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Music Fest in Iola May 5
Please come out to the Northland Sports Bar and Grill in Iola and help support the anti-sand mine cause! Non-stop music on 2 stages from 1-6pm.
GO HERE for more info.
Here's a cool video!
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Tae and the Neighborly
Saturday May 3
6-10 pm
TAE & The Neighborly, a Wisconsin based soul-pop and R&B group, found themselves playing music together in a very unconventional way., sharing a love for cooking... Cake baking is a shared passion of the five-member group. And since everyone knows all good rhythms begin in the kitchen, it wasn’t long before the group began to write and perform together across the nation.
Critics hail the group as “having more kick than a bagged-up mule” (Rotary Times) and their live show “...going down smoother than a can of [beans] warmed on the campfire” (Cowboy Gazette). The band themselves call their shows “inspiration fuel for self lovin’ [and] world changin...’”
GO HERE for tickets!
Jensen Community Center
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Native Flowers for MOM
Saturday, May 11
1-2:30pm
Hartman's Creek State Park
Bring Mom on a lovely native ephemeral wildflower seeking hike, and create a beautiful paper spring flower gift for her. Meet at the Allen Lake Picnic Shelter.
Free and open to the public, but a State Park is required to enter the Park.
GO HERE for more information!
There are many more great spring programs in May at Hartman's Creek, and you should check them out because being out in nature is a great balm for our souls!
A state park sticker is required to attend these free Naturalist-led programs.
Bird Walks, Frog Song Walks, and more!
GO HERE for a list of May programs!
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Good Times Comedy with Tim Northern
Friday May 17
8-10 PM
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The Good Times Comedy Show
May's Friday Night Good Times Comedy show features Tim Northern,veteran comic from Louisville Kentucky. Following humorist Tim Northern’s appearance as a finalist on the nationally televised “Star Search,” Naomi Judd raved about his performance. “He’s the only one that could be a member of Mensa,” she said. “I absolutely adore the cerebral humor.”
"I do jokes about the most absurd things, and I know the audience is thinking, ‘How is that gonna be funny?’ That’s when I give them a chance to put it all together. It’s smart humor.”
Come out to Chain Bar and Grill and enjoy a night of incredible laughs hosted by Waupaca's own Ben Warren!
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Don't miss this Jazz Field Trip to either Stevens Point... or Menasha....
Christian Sands Trio
May 7, 6-9pm
Stevens Point Country Club
or
May 8, 6-9pm
North Shore Golf Club, Menasha
“He’s a highly eloquent pianist who can swing in his sleep.” — Jazzwise
Christian Sands may only be 34 years old, but he’s been playing piano for three decades and has five Grammy Award nominations under his belt. Sands’ stylistic range includes stride piano, swing, be-bop, progressive jazz, fusion, Brazilian and Afro-Cuban. This young Steinway Artis is taking his place as a leader and an emerging force, bringing a fresh look at the entire language of jazz. Wynton Marsalis named him a “jazz star of the future.”
“Such hot-dogging virtuosity that the only proper response was to gasp or holler.” — The New York Times
Don't miss this!
Take a listen HERE. Tickets HERE.
Jazz Coterie is a No Barriers organization. Read about this HERE. Everyone can have access to world class Jazz!!!
Jazz Coterie
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The Amherst Opera House's
Swap-o-Rama
May 3-4, 9am to 4pm
Stop in at the Amherst Opera House during the Area Wide Rummage Sale weekend sponsored by the Tomorrow River Business Association. Sure to be lots of goodies and treasures. While there ask for a tour of the historic 122 year old Amherst Opera House.
For more info go HERE!
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Annual Superhero Fun Run
Saturday, May 4
8:30 am
950 Park Ave. (Thedacare)
Register today for the Living the Waupaca Way's "Superhero Fun Run!"
Join us for a non-competitive fun run or walk!! For extra fun, dress up as your favorite superhero!!!
Rolling start, beginning anytime from 8:30-10:30 a.m.
5K: $20
1-Mile: $15
14 & under, any distance: $10
Same day registration is available.
Register by April 29th to guarantee t-shirt!
Go HERE to register!
Info HERE!
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SPRING Oktoberfest at Danes Hall Plaza! May 11, noon-6pm
We can't wait until October for German food, drinks, and music, so we are having a Frühlingfest like they do in Munich, Germany. We are hoping for nice weather, so we can enjoy our brand new Danes Hall Plaza, but if Mother Nature won't cooperate that day, it will be in the ballroom.
GO HERE for more info! GRANITE Cellar
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Pasture Turnout Party
Sunday May 12 3pm
Holy moly, this is an exciting day!!!
The first day of the grazing season is a BIG one! It's kinda like a holiday for graziers!
The days get way more fun, and interesting, making those daily observations and moves.
Anyway, what better way to celebrate than with others!
SO COME OUT and enjoy watching the cows run into the field so eager for the fresh grass!
There'll be food, baby animals, hay rides, and more... details to come!
MORE INFO HERE
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We welcome everyone at WCAB!
We are deep in the planning for our our summer events. If you would like to join the fun, send us a message! We welcome creative passionate people to help us build and nurture our creative community! (or, GO HERE)
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