The Shawano Area Writers met May 20 in the Udder Room at Farm Inn. There were 11 members in attendance — Dennis Vickers, Irma Timmons-Arndt, John Mutter Jr., Manuel Moraleda, Twilla Beyer, Wendy Goerl, Lee Pulaski, Tom Thorstenson, Trudy Bosman, Terry Misfeldt and Barb King. Trilby Beauprey McIntosh will be greatly missed by the group.

Phoenix Players, Inc. will be holding open auditions for “Seussical The Musical” from 6-8 p.m. May 28 and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 29 at Christ Congregational Church, 70 S. Main St., Clintonville. Anyone age 13 and older is welcome to audition. Auditioners should prepare an upbeat song from a musical to sing, but not a song from “Seussical.” Accompaniment music can be brought on a CD or other device.

Shawano Pathways has scheduled its first bike ride for the 2021 season. The Wescott Bike Ride will take place at 10 a.m. May 22 at Mielke Arts Center, N5649 Airport Road. Riders can choose from three scenic routes ranging from 7 to 19 miles. Free ice cream will be provided at the park. Maps, a sag wagon, bathrooms, water and off-road parking will be available. Participants should wear a helmet and bright clothing.

The annual Shawano County Library book sale is taking place June 7-9. A sneak peek will take place from 4-8 p.m. June 7. For $2 admission, patrons will get first dibs on everything the library has to offer, including bestsellers, hardcovers, and a variety of media items. The sale continues from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 8-9.

The city of Shawano will honor award recipients who are making the community a little greener for Arbor Day at 10 a.m.

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