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Homeschoolers dive into world of Seuss

Published by admin on Fri, 03/31/2023 - 4:42pm

The Wolf River Homeschoolers Performing Arts program will be taking several tales from one of literature’s most beloved children’s authors, adding water and stirring as it performs “Seussical the Musical” in April.

“Seussical” has become a popular musical to be performed locally, with the Phoenix Players taking on the show in 2021 in Clintonville. However, it has also been performed by Shawano, Bonduel and Gresham schools, as well as the Box in the Wood Theatre Guild in Shawano.

Oconto Legion Golf Club reimagined as Julie’s

Published by admin on Fri, 03/31/2023 - 4:37pm

A familiar Oconto gathering spot has been reborn with a new, somewhat familiar name.

Julie’s Supper Club opened March 20 in the former Oconto Legion Golf Club, 532 Jefferson St.

Owner Luis Morales said the opening week crowd was very receptive and somewhat nostalgic about the makeover he gave the restaurant, which was gentle enough to preserve the qualities that made the old golf club a welcome spot.

SCHS students’ collaboration really pops

Published by admin on Fri, 03/31/2023 - 4:32pm

Shawano Community High School students in food science, graphic arts and business and marketing courses recently participated in and completed their annual Popcorn Project.

The project, where students needed to design a popcorn flavor, create it in the kitchen and market it to consumers, is truly a collaborative effort joining together multiple classes and different skills. For the past three years, the Popcorn Project originally included just the food science and graphic arts courses, but this year expanded to include the business and marketing class.

FARM LIFE FROM A FARM WIFE: Tales from a syrupy love/hate relationship

Published by admin on Fri, 03/31/2023 - 4:29pm

There’s a group geared toward people who are addicted to (ah, I mean into) collecting sap and making maple syrup called Maple Syrup Producers of Wisconsin. There, questions and answers are pondered over. One learns there is no stupid question as well as no end to the discussion. I’ve discovered this sapping thing, now in our second year, is a love/hate undertaking.

Texture, like bloom, important factor for gardens

Published by admin on Fri, 03/31/2023 - 4:25pm

While choosing plants for your garden and landscape this year, think beyond the bloom and consider one of the most important elements of garden design and beauty. This is texture.

Texture, especially when utilizing a variety of forms, brings your garden, yard and even containers to a whole new level. Incorporating texture into the garden is a fun, exciting and challenging gardening activity and one that will grow on you once you begin choosing plants especially for their texture.

CLUB NOTES: Shawano Woman's Club

Published by admin on Fri, 03/31/2023 - 4:16pm

Tickets are now on sale for the Shawano Woman’s Club signature annual fashion show. The club is preparing for the 17th annual Spring Fling Fashion Show Luncheon (spring and summer fashions with jewelry and shoes) to be held May 11 at The Gathering in Shawano. New this year, the doors open at 10 a.m. Tickets can be purchased from club members or by calling 715-570-0531 by April 29. The theme this year is “Hawaiian.”

AROUND THE COMMUNITY: Sacred Heart names science fair winners

Published by admin on Fri, 03/31/2023 - 4:14pm

Sacred Heart Catholic School has announced the winners of its science fair held March 29 in the school’s gymnasium.

Mechaela Jaros was named the overall winner for the fair and also placed first among the sixth grade students. Cora Flaig, also in sixth grade, was named the People’s Choice winner. Rounding out the sixth grade awards, Jacoby Grignon took second place, and Evie Ross finished in third.

In the seventh grade, Cora Pieper took first place, while Lily Gee finished second and the duo of Halie Damveld and Addy Kust took third.

Yellowjohn’s voice comes through his art

Published by admin on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 3:22pm

The smallest details can make all the difference for Chad Yellowjohn, a Shoshone Bannock illustrator who recently imparted his knowledge of drawing on almost two dozen members of the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin.

Yellowjohn made his first foray into Wisconsin on March 15 as part of the College of Menominee Nation’s MenomiCon, which allowed Menominee to celebrate fantastic and wonderful characters with workshops and activities.

One of Shawano’s voices gets love from WBA

Published by admin on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 3:09pm

Anyone who turns on the radio in the morning has a pretty good chance of hearing Doug Erdman interviewing politicians, representatives of nonprofit organizations or even rangers with the Department of Natural Resources, and that’s in between announcing what songs are coming up next on the radio.

Anyone who has lived in the Shawano area for a long time comes to expect Erdman’s voice to waft into their homes, vehicles and workplaces, as he has been a key voice for WTCH for 34 years.

Bonduel student competes in state spelling bee

Published by admin on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 3:05pm

“Bonduel, Spelling Capital of Wisconsin” can be seen on a sign west of the village.

It’s a self-proclaimed name, but there could be a good reason. Bonduel Middle School eighth grade student Isaac Seefeldt made it to the state spelling bee held March 11 in Madison. He finished 36th out of 55 students after being knocked out on the word “Episcopal.”

Craig Ferch, Bonduel School District psychologist, said that students gathered in the halls before he left and applauded him, shaking his hands and wishing him luck.