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UW-Extension assists Waushara County Libraries

July 3, 2018, 7:25 am
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The Waushara County Libraries have valuable resources available with the UW-Extension services in Waushara County through the expertise of the Family Living Educator, Mary Ann Schilling and 4-H Program Advisor, Heidi Hensel-Buntrock. Family Living Educator, Mary Ann Schilling: All families need support and resources to develop skills at crucial points in their lives. The Waushara County UW-Extension Family Living Educator, Mary Ann Schilling, provides a variety of evidence-informed educational programs to meet these needs. Schilling helps to create an environment where families have the information, skills, and assets they need to improve their quality of life and contribute to their community. The unique and effective programs that she teaches are developed using university research. The goal is to support the healthy functioning of families and increase knowledge about financial skills, healthy choices, and aging, to name a few. 

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Redgranite Public Library offers Libraries Rocks reading program

July 3, 2018, 7:37 am
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Hannah Jensen, Mateja Clark, and Ozkar Hobbslee create their “Getting to Know You” shaker craft at the Redgranite Public Library during their Libraries Rock reading program.

The Redgranite Library is offering a variety of activities and reading incentives to keep children reading during the summer months. Registration for the “Libraries Rock” Summer Reading Program began on June 27. Learning centers designed to tap children’s creativity and increase their knowledge of coding were provided at the event. Technology materials in the centers were provided through a $1,500 grant from the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin, while the arts and crafts supplies were purchased with a $250 grant from the Healthy Communities Healthy Youth Waushara County Prevention Council. Children are encouraged to stop by the library to pick up their 20-minute per day reading record which will be entered into weekly drawings for $5 cash prizes. Activities will be held weekly at 1:30 pm on the following Wednesdays: July 11 (Concrete Stepping Stone Creation), July 18 (Garden Rock Painting), July 25 (Music and Movement), and August 1 (Celebration event).

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Bill Kehl to perform at Poy Sippi Library July 23

July 11, 2018, 5:26 am
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The Poy Sippi Public Library’s last program for the summer will feature Bill Kehl’s “Earth, Music...Magic” on Monday, July 23 at 10:30 am at the Poy Sippi Public Library. The program is all about “learning about the incredible wonders of the natural world...discovering and listening to the simple beauty of primitive musical instruments...it’s magical (and fun) combination that might leave you a bit more in awe of this magnificent universe and the beautiful planet we all share together and call home.” There will be spontaneous music, songs, stories, humor, juggling, and a whole cast of audience participation. Bug Tussel Wireless will be sponsoring this program. The Poy Sippi Public Library is located at W2251 Commercial Street, Poy Sippi. For more information, visit their website at www.poysippi;ibrary.org or call them at 920-987-5737.

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Children create their own personal stepping stones

July 18, 2018, 7:41 am
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Children enjoyed creating their own personal stepping stones at the weekly Wednesday 1:30 pm “Libraries Rock” program held at Redgranite Public Library on July 11. The materials for the project were purchased with grant funds provided from Healthy Communities Healthy Youth of Waushara County. John Neary, Pamela Patrie, Mateja Clark, Jalyn Piechowski, Larissa Piechowski, Hannah Jensen, Willie J. Ray II, Rick Nelson, Olive Hobbslee, Journey Thierer Ray, Willie J. Ray III, Dallas Duke, Amelia Meckelberg, and Kadence McBrair worked together on the creations. The Friends of the Redgranite Library, in an effort to keep children reading during the summer months, are sponsoring a $5 weekly drawing for children who read and record 20 minutes of daily reading per week.

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Reading program features Red-Tailed Hawk

July 25, 2018, 7:11 am
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A Red-Tailed Hawk named Maggie is held by Rebekah Weiss of Aves Wildlife Alliance as her story is told to a young audience at the Patterson Memorial Library in Wild Rose as part of the summer reading program entertainment July 19.

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Children meet a Barned Owl at reading program

July 25, 2018, 7:12 am
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A Barned Owl named Luna was shown to a summer reading program audience at the Patterson Memorial Library in Wild Rose on July 19 by Tim Kneeland of the Aves Wildlife Alliance of Neenah.

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Volunteers enjoy Coloma Library Reading program challenge

July 25, 2018, 7:26 am
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Volunteered by their children or grandchildren, Amanda Huff, John Yunk, and Cynthia Juras take on “Mr. Steve’s” challenges during the Coloma Library Reading program on July 19.

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Stevie Rohn makes a special Stepping Stone

July 25, 2018, 7:28 am
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Stevie Rohn enjoyed creating her own special Stepping Stone as part of the Poy Sippi Library Summer Reading Program.

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Wautoma Public Library announces three upcoming events

July 25, 2018, 8:25 am
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Blazing Stars 4H members Cailey and Davin Gunderson, Bruce and Mariah Boron, Savannah and McKenzie Heise, MaKayla and Marisa Verstegen, Matthew Devito, Harley DeBolt, Arielle Williams, Rayanne, and Hunter and Silas Burdick will be doing a free performance of the Great Kapok Tree at the Wautoma Public Library on Monday, July 30.

The Wautoma Public Library is excited to announce three different upcoming events taking place at their library. First, on July 26 at 1 pm, Janice Wedde of Just for Kicks Dance will teach a free dance class suitable for children 4 and up. Monday, July 30 at 3 pm, the Blazing Stars 4H group will do a free performance of the Great Kapok Tree in preparation for the State Fair. By attending, you are supporting the 4H Club, you will learn some facts about the rain forest, and you can create a rain forest craft to take home. On Saturday, Aug. 11 from 9 am-3 pm, check out the fun during Augustfest in the Wautoma Library parking lot. The Friends of the Library will be having a book and bake sale. Come check out the books to fill your shelves or bring your old books to make room for a new collection.

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Rick Allen performs magic trick

August 1, 2018, 7:26 am
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Rick Allen had Zoe Baughman floating on air at the Plainfield Library Magic Show in the Tri-County School auditorium on July 24.

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WR summer reading program picnic set for Aug. 9

August 1, 2018, 7:28 am
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The Patterson Memorial Library Board learned that circulation was up during a July 23 meeting. That was welcomed news compared to some recent months for varying reasons. The Wild Rose Library Director (at Patterson) Kent Barnard informed the Board that he had been reading to the migrant children who attended the summer migrant school program. He also reported on how well attended the summer reading program entertainment sessions have been, with both children and adults enjoying them. The last entertainment session will be the Soda Pups at 3 pm on Thursday, Aug. 2 with the end of the summer reading program picnic taking place on Aug. 9. Tech Tuesdays with Garrik Kjentvet have been going well. STEAM activities yet to come include use of the 3-D printer, a Lego Bridge Challenge, and giant bubbles on Aug. 21. The Farm (the table) Fridays will start Aug. 3 with the subject being goats. The Wild Rose Kiwanis Club-sponsored Packer Family Fun Night bus trip on Aug. 4 still has tickets available. The Board was reminded of Wild Rose Days taking place July 27 and 28, with the parade having a military theme. Circus Boy Bobby Hunt was to have two performances the afternoon of the 28th at Roberts Park. Before adjourning for the night, the Board held a discussion on whether or not to hold meetings every other month instead of every month. The majority decided to keep it at every month. The next meeting will be held at 7 pm on Monday, Aug. 20.

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Dallas and Ozkar win reading award at Redgranite Library

August 1, 2018, 7:37 am
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Redgranite Public Library reading award winners, Dallas Duke and Ozkar Hobbslee, proudly displayed the $5 they earned in the weekly drawing. There is still time to participate in the fun. Just stop by the library to pick up your 20-minute daily reading record sheet and enter the weekly drawing, which will conclude on Aug. 15. You are invited to join The Redgranite Public Library on Wednesday, Aug. 1, at 1:30 pm for their summer reading celebration picnic.

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Ellie Schmildkofer feeds and pets the goats

August 8, 2018, 6:47 am
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Wild Rose Library takes families to Packer Night Aug. 4

August 8, 2018, 7:17 am
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Wild Rose Library loaded up two school buses with 92 kids and parents to a sold out stadium at Packer Family Night Aug. 4. Some in attendance were Lucia, Nereida, Luis, Aurelio, Max, and Diego Sauceda, Matt Rowe, Kelly Tucker, Nancy and Tommy Gumz, Arielle and Treva Williams, Preston and Harley DeBolt, Rosanne, Leyna, Ayden, and Michael Lanting, Gail Derickson, Aaron, Leslie, Katie, and Brandon Hoffman, Angelica and Own Spaulding, Desmond Gonzalez, Eric, Luke, and Jim Erdman, Jose, Jose Jr., and Irene Martinez, Penny and Miranda Schmidt, Mary, Anthony, and Julia Krueger, and Ady and Cody Martin. In addition to the Packer practice, families enjoyed athletic dance and youth scrimmage on the field. The night culminated with a dynamic fireworks and lazar show. This program was also supported by Wild Rose Kiwanis and generous donors to enable families to share quality time at a fun event.

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Kids enjoy old fashioned games in Redgranite

August 8, 2018, 7:26 am
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The Redgranite Library summer reading celebration held on Aug. 1 included a picnic and a variety of old fashioned games. Pictured is Mateja Clark after being all wrapped up as a mummy by Regina Schimke. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, this annual event recognizes the efforts of children to keep reading during the summer months. The weekly reading challenge will continue through Aug. 11.

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Root Beer rides around the room at the Patterson Library

August 8, 2018, 7:34 am
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Poy Sippi Library to host “Cooking for One or Two” class

August 15, 2018, 7:47 am
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Are you tired of cooking the same, boring meals? Do these meals often lead to snacking, unhealthy meals, or uneaten leftovers? With planning and creativity, you can create healthy and tasty meals for you and your dining partner.

Mary Ann Schilling, Waushara County UW-Extension Health & Well-Being Educator, will teach you techniques to liven up your menu and incorporate planned leftovers with her class: “Cooking for One or Two.” The event is on Wednesday, Aug. 29 from 4-5 p.m. A light dinner will be included. The location is the Poy Sippi Library at W2251 Commercial Street in Poy Sippi 54967.

For registration, call the Waushara County UW-Extension at 920-787-0416 or the Poy Sippi Library at 920-987-5737.

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County to create obituary index

August 22, 2018, 4:50 am
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Anyone doing genealogy research knows the importance of an obituary. The libraries of Waushara County are continuously working to create a database of obituaries in Waushara County, from present day and reaching back in time to 1859.

It is a work in progress, however, which mean there is a gap from 1905 to 1994. The goal is to continue work on this until it is complete. This is available through any of the eight library websites.

Users can search by name and if the obituary appeared in the Argus, and then the date it was published will be listed. A request can be made to receive a copy of the obit though e-mail or US mail.

The library websites also have other great resources available for history research. Look for the “research tools” link, which provides a list of topics, one of them being genealogy. Heritage Quest is a way to access U.S. Census records as well as city directories. This site also offers tips for anyone doing research, from the novice beginner to the experienced investigator.

 

Each Waushara County Library may have their own local resources unique to their community. Visit any of the eight libraries t

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Kids learn how to grow a garden at the Coloma Library

August 22, 2018, 4:59 am
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Working hard every Wednesday are Carole Reich and Joyce Kemnitz, who teach kids at the Coloma library the rudiments of growing a garden. Pictured are Carole Reich, Ella and Jayden Sadowski, Joyce Kemnitz, and Lynnsey and Kenedi Parker.

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Redgranite Public Library receives donation

August 22, 2018, 6:18 am
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The Redgranite Public Library received a generous gift from the estate of Isabel Groth. Isabel served as the President of the Library Board of Trustees, was an active member of the Friends of the Library, and her yearly donations resulted in bricking the exterior of the library. Patricia Manthey, her daughter, presented the donation to library trustees. Pictured are Tamare Hecker, Patricia Manthey, Mike Kapp, and Jean Nelson, Library Director.

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