Thursday, September 19, 2024
Serving Algoma, Casco, Kewaunee, Luxemburg and all of Kewaunee County
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BOGO BOOK SALE, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Book Corner, 401 Third St., Algoma. Buy a craft, how-to or self-help book and get another book free. Store closed March 31. Proceeds to the Algoma Public Library. 920-495-8440.
BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY, 9 to 11 a.m., Algoma Youth Club, 620 Lake St. Concessions for purchase; milk, coffee, juice and cookies provided. Gifts and a tree planting for children; crafts, face painting, games in the gym. Sponsored by Algoma Parks and Recreation. 920-487-5480.
EASTER EGG HUNT, 1 to 3 p.m. Hollyhock House and Gardens, 1408 Dodge St., Kewaunee. Ages 12 and younger hunt for eggs (begins promptly at 1:15) and includes special coin-filled Golden Eggs. Children also entered in raffle for special prizes. Free for egg hunters; others requested to bring nonperishable food donation, which will earn a raffle ticket; additional raffle tickets $1 each. Proceeds benefit Lake Shore Community Food Pantry. 920-388-3445 or k.howlett@ymail.com.
EASTER EGG HUNT, 9 to 10 a.m., Luxemburg Community Center, Second and Peter streets. Games, face painting, pictures with the Easter Bunny, egg hunt at 9:30. Sponsored by Bank of Luxemburg. facebook.com/BankofLuxemburg.
EASTER EGG HUNT, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Algoma Long Term Care Unit, 1510 Fremont St. Community hunt for up to 8 years old. Face painting, crafts, games, pictures with the Easter Bunny, goodie bags for all, snacks and beverages. Sponsored by Algoma United Methodist Church and Thrivent Lutheran. 920-487-5511.
'PICK-A-CHICK DAY,' 8 to 11 a.m., Walters of Rio Creek, E4351 County K, Algoma. Free chick to first 250 children; 10 percent discount on in-stock poultry and feed supplies. Easter egg hunt, Easter cookie decorating, picture coloring, have your picture taken with the Easter Bunny and Easter Chick. 920-837-7777 or facebook.com/waltersofriocreek.
BOOK SIGNING, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Algoma Public Library, 406 Fremont St. By Algoma residient and author Tricia Jeane Croyle for her new book, "From Heartache to Joy: One Woman’s Journey Home." 920-487-2295 or algomapubliclibrary.org.
EASTER BREAKFAST, 6:30 to 8:30 a.m., St. John's Lutheran Church, E5221 Church Road, Algoma (Rankin). Free, donations accepted. Easter worship follows at 8:30. 920-487-2335 or stjohnsalgoma.org.
EASTER BREAKFAST, 8:15 to 9:15 a.m., Community Congregational Church, 502 Center St., Kewaunee. Takes place between services. Donations accepted. 920-388-2719 or kewauneeccc.com.
SHEEPSHEAD, 1 p.m., Kewaunee Community Congregational Church, 502 Center St. Public cards first and third Mondays of the month, Golden Age cards second and fourth Mondays. 920-388-4690.
ALL SAINTS BINGO, 5:30 p.m., All Saints Parish, 145 St. Claude St., Denmark. 54208. Doors open 5:30 p.m. with bingo at 6:30 p.m. March 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Wisconsin Progress Jackpot, cash prizes, concessions, hot sandwiches, homemade desserts. (920) 863-5256.
SOFTBALL/BASEBALL SIGNUP, 6 p.m., Tisch Mills Fire Station, N110 County B, Kewaunee, For Tisch Mills Squeeker Youth Sports summer leagues. $15 per child, $25 maximum per family. 920-973-1311 or 920-776-1978.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE, noon-6 p.m., St. Joseph-St. John Catholic Church, E860 State 29, Pilsen. Bring Red Cross donor ID card, drivers license, or two other forms of ID. Donors are eligible to donate every 56 days and must feel well on the day of the drive. Walk-ins welcome but appointments encouraged. Can pre-register on day of drive with RapidPass on Red Cross website. 800-733-2767 or redcrossblood.org.
LITERACY TUTOR INFO, 11 a.m., Kewaunee Public Library, 822 Juneau St. Short information session on becoming a Literacy Partners of Kewaunee County tutor; No experience required. Four morning training sessions will be held in April. 920-676-2061 or literacykewauneeco.org.
NWTC 'SNEAK PEEK,' 5 to 6 p.m., Northeast Wisconsin Technical College, 133 State 54, Luxemburg. See what the local NWTC has to offer, learn about college resources, hear from academic and financial aid advisors, take a tour, pick up information on areas of study, and take part in an open lab for one-on-one assistance. Free pasta dinner. RSVP to 920-845-5945, east@nwtc.edu, or by texting 920-272-9850.
SPORTSMEN MEETING, 7 p.m., Rendezvous of Luxemburg, E896 County N. Monthly meeting of Algoma/Kewaunee Area Great Lakes Sport Fishermen club; guests welcome. Club will discuss banquet results and elect board members and officers. A light lunch will be provided. 920-60-9575 or mfwesolowski@integrysgroup.com.
Saturday, April 7
SKIN CANCER SCREENING, 9 a.m. to noon, Prevea Luxemburg Health Center, 101 School Creek Trail, Luxemburg. Medical professionals will offer spot checks, discuss signs of skin cancer and share advice protecting one's skin. Sponsored by Prevea Health and Kewaunee County Public Health Department. Free and open to all ages, but preregistration requested. 920-388-7160.
ALGOMA BIRD CELEBRATION, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Algoma Youth Club, 620 Lake St. Programs, children’s activity area, informational displays, door prizes, food and refreshments. Readings by children’s book author Janet Tlachac-Toonen, 10 a.m. and noon. Bob Kuhn on photographing birds, 10 a.m. "Saving the Bluebirds" with Don Pritzl of Bluebird Restoration Association of Wisconsin, 11 a.m. Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary naturalist Kim Diedrich with live birds and other creatures, 12:30 p.m. Free. 920-487-8136 or birdcityalgoma.com.
SNOWMOBILE CLUB FUNDRAISER, 7:30 p.m., Palm Gardens, 6028 County K, New Franken. More than $10,000 in cash and prizes raffled off; grand prize Arctic Cat ATV or $4,000. Music by country band !-45. Proceeds to Midnite Trail Riders club. midnitetrailriders.com.
LUXEMBURG LIONS CLUB BINGO, noon doors open, 1 p.m. bingo, St. John's Lutheran Church, 700 Heritage Road, Luxemburg. Food and refreshments. 920-536-0219.
GOSPEL MUSIC, 6 p.m., St. John's Lutheran Church, E5221 Church Road, Algoma (Rankin). Performance by The Browns, all welcome. Donations accepted. 920-487-2335 or stjohnsalgoma.org.
BUILD THE FUTURE BANQUET, 5 p.m. social hour, 6 p.m. dinner, JW's Place, N5685 County E, Casco (Slovan). Wall of Fame Banquet honoring Jeff Dworak, Mark Hinesh, Kim Thomas, and Dustin and Amy Vlies. $30, proceeds benefit Build the Future Foundation to help Kewaunee Schools and teachers purchase items not covered in their budgets. Tickets at Nicolet Bank and Bank of Luxemburg in Kewaunee. 920-388-9128.
SHEEPSHEAD, 1 p.m., Kewaunee Community Congregational Church, 502 Center St. Public cards first and third Mondays of the month, Golden Age cards second and fourth Mondays. 920-388-4690.
'ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5TH GRADER' FUNDRAISER, 6 to 7:30 p.m., gymnasium, Kewaunee High School, 911 Third St. Local celebrities match their knowledge against fifth-grade students. Proceeds benefit Kewaunee Schools and Literacy Partners of Kewaunee County. Donations accepted. 920-676-2061 or literacykewauneeco.org.
HISTORY PROGRAM, 1 p.m., Kewaunee County Historical Society, 217 Ellis St., Kewaunee. Guest speaker Don Youniss discusses the early 1900s, when children were taken by train to the western United States to fill a need of finding homes for abandoned children. Social with light refreshments. 920-388-0369 or kewauneecountyhistory.com.
VENDOR/CRAFT SHOW, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Exposition Building, Kewaunee County Fairgrounds, 625 Third St., Luxemburg, "Hello, Spring" fundraiser for Kewaunee County food pantries. More than 50 vendors. Donations of cash or nonperishable food items appreciated. Food and beverages sold by Casco-Lincoln EMRs. 920-536-1669.
LUXEMBURG LIONS CLUB BINGO, noon doors open, 1 p.m. bingo, St. John's Lutheran Church, 700 Heritage Road, Luxemburg. Food and refreshments. 920-536-0219.
BAKED POTATO BUFFET, 11 a.m. to :30 p.m., Zion United Methodist Church, 231 Chicago St., Denmark. Join us for an all you can eat potato buffet. All-you-can-eat baked potato with ham, taco meat, chicken and vegetables in gravy, broccoli & cheese, and more. Beverage & desserts included. $8 adults, $3.50 age 4-10, free younger than 3.
HAPPY HOPPERS DANCE, 1 to 5 p.m., Rendezvous of Luxemburg, E896 County N. Music by Joe Jerabek. $7. (920) 845-5616.
SHEEPSHEAD, 1 p.m., Kewaunee Community Congregational Church, 502 Center St. Public cards first and third Mondays of the month, Golden Age cards second and fourth Mondays. 920-388-4690.
JOYCE CLUB, 9 a.m., Galley Room, North Water Bakery and Deli, 133 Water St., Algoma. Those named Joyce welcome to attend. 920-487-5917.
'STAMP OUT VIOLENCE,' 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. John's Lutheran Church, 700 Heritage Road, Luxemburg. Stamping and card creating, other games and raffles. Presented by Violence Intervention Project. Registration includes tote bag and lunch. 920-487-2111 or facebook.com/ViolenceInterventionProject.
'2018 CLEAN SWEEP,' 8 a.m. to noon, Kewaunee County Hillside Highway Shop, E2180 State 54, Casco. County residents can dispose of agricultural and household hazardous waste, medications, opioids and sharps. Free, but preregistration requested. 920-845-9700 or kewauneeco.org.
EARTH DAY, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., NextEra Energy Point Beach Energy Center, 6400 Nuclear Road, Two Rivers. See things fizz, spark, fly and float with the “Hair Raising Science Show,” noon and 2 p.m. Science experiments by UW-Manitowoc Chemistry Club. Program a robot or make a robot throw a ball with the students of Lakeshore FIRST Robotics. Free admission and refreshments. 800-880-8463.
FOOD & WINE FEST, noon to 4 p.m., Parallel 44 Winery, N2185 Sleepy Hollow Road, Kewaunee. Vendors and restaurants from Northeast Wisconsin pair one dish with a Parallel 44 wine; guests taste, sip and judge each combination. Grand Prize winner receives $750 for their charity, second place $500, third place $250; all other represented charities receive $150. $35 admission in advance, $40 at the door. 920-388-4400 or 44wineries.com.
'SIP, SAVOR & SUPPORT,' 1 to 6 p.m., Lakehaven Hall, 936 Ellis St., Kewaunee. Fundraiser for Kewaunee Lighthouse Preservation Committee efforts to restore the Pierhead Lighthouse. Regional wines, cheeses, chocolates, and local artisan foods. Paint your own wine glass, shop art. Entertainment provided by Kewaunee High School music students. $10 at the door. 920-388-4822.
'MUSIC ON THE FARM,' 7 to 11 p.m., Kewaunee Heritage Farm, N2251 State 42. Music by Spice. 920-388-0604.
This article originally appeared on Green Bay Press-Gazette: Things to do in Kewaunee County: March 30 to April 28
