Posts for May, 2011
KM golfers win LCC Invite
Kettle Moraine's varsity boys golf team, ranked No. 1 in the state by the State Coaches Poll, lived up to that lofty ranking on Saturday as they won the Division 1 championship at the 31-school Lake Country Charity Invite at Western Lakes Golf Club in Pewaukee.
The Lasers won with 303 strokes, defeating Arrowhead (312) by nine shots. Milwaukee Marquette was third at 315.
Many of the top teams in the state took part. More than $40,000 was raised for the MACC Fund in their fight to defeat childhood cancer.
Kettle Moraine senior Nic Johnson won the individual championship by defeating Arrowhead sophomore John Langhoff on the third playoff hole. Johnson won the the title with a birdie. Both Johnson and Langhoff shot rounds of even-par 72.
Other KM scores were Ryan Franklin with 74, Tyler Sheveland 76 and Eric Rogers 81.
Other AHS scores were Kyle Driscoll with 77, Matt Ross 78 and Matt McIntosh 85.
Fifteen golfers in the field of 124 shot 79 or better.
AHS boys win North track title
Arrowhead's varsity boys track team won the Northstar Classic at Waukesha North last Saturday by defeating talented Brookfield East. AHS won with 151 points and Brookfield East had 108. A total of 16 schools took part.
The Warhawks have won the Northstar title 7 of the past 8 years.
Winning events for AHS were Jordy Pendergast in the pole vault (14-0), Ryan Adamski in the 600 (1:24.41), the 3,200 relay team of Danny Umhoefer, Steve Kelly, Josh Bodnar and Russ Sandvold (8:40), Ben Bierman in the 1,000 (2:35), Sandvold in the 1,600 (4:32.13), the 800 relay team of Brandon Mortensen, Nick Abresch, Mark Duchow and Mitch Panton (1:31), the 400 relay team of Abresch, Duchow, Jamahl Wright and Panton (43.93), Bierman in the 800 (2:01.31) and the 1,600 relay team of Greg Peterson, Mortensen, Steve Radeztsky and Wright (3:31.41).
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Chekhov play reading comes to Ten Chimneys
On Monday, May 2, Ten Chimneys Foundation will showcase the lighter side of Russian playwright Anton Chekhov in Chekhov: Two Hours, Four Plays. The evening play reading, featuring the talents of the Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s Artistic Intern Company, will include four hilariously funny plays that nevertheless show the careful attention to everyday life that fueled Chekhov’s major full-length works. Pieces to be read include The Dangers of Tobacco, The Proposal, The Festivities, and The Bear.
Anton Chekhov began his career as a short story writer, writing “comic sketches” drawn from everyday Russian life. This comic sensibility never left him, and is shown to its best effect in the short plays that actually made up the main bulk of his theatrical work. Among Chekhov’s full-length masterpieces is The Seagull, which premiered on Broadway starring Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne alongside a young Uta Hagen.
Chekhov: Two Hours, Four Plays
Monday, May 2 - 7 p.m.
Location: Lunt-Fontanne Program Center at Ten Chimneys in Genesee Depot
Tickets: $15 advance, or $20 at the door
Reservations: (262) 968-4110
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Senior Center gets $20,000 donation for project
Mary Sheridan, coordinator of the Oconomowoc Area Senior Center, announced today that it has received a $20,000 donation for a planned handicap entrance project.
The Center had recently embarked on a fundraising campaign to meet the expected $20,000 cost of the job and had collected approximately $500. About two weeks ago she received a phone call from a woman who said he would like to donate to the cause. The check was received on Friday from the Kenneth and Patricia Thomas Memorial Fund.
For more on this story, read the Thursday edition of the Oconomowoc Focus.
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Memories of Lynise live on: Baked Brie with Jam
When I was an associate producer at Today's TMJ4, I had the pleasure of working with consumer reporter Lynise Weeks. She was a transplant from New York who made her presence known in the newsroom and the viewing area. She was one of the most generous, kind and caring people I've ever had the pleasure to meet.
Lynise was friends with everyone in the newsroom, and when she found out that our morning anchor, Linda Breshears (Marcus), was pregnant with her first child, she organized the most amazing baby shower for her. She laid out quite the spread for the event, but one appetizer she prepared stood out in my mind. I never did get the recipe from Lynise, but this next recipe is a close contender.
If you like savory and sweet, it's sure to please.
Sadly, Lynise died in July 2005 after a long battle with kidney disease.
Baked Brie with Jam
Ingredients
1 large sheet puff pastry dough, a tube of refrigerated crescent rolls may be substituted
1 round or wedge of Brie cheese (do not remove rind)
Raspberry jam, or other sweet jam
Brown sugar
¼ cup maple syrup
Slivered almonds, optional
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Roll out the puff pastry or crescent rolls on a nonstick cookie sheet and place the Brie round or wedge on top of the pastry in the center. Spread the jam over the Brie and fold the dough over top, cutting off any excess dough. Drizzle the maple syrup over the top and sprinkle with a handful of brown sugar and slivered almonds. (If you don't have maple syrup, use melted butter.)
Bake for 25-30 minutes until pastry is golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Slice as you would a mini pizza and serve with crackers or apple slices and enjoy the gooey goodness.
Helpful hint
This recipe can also be made without the puff pastry. Just cover the Brie with jam and adjust the baking time to 20-25 minutes. Make sure you bake it in a pie dish sprayed with a nonstick cooking spray.
If you don't like jam, just cover the Brie with brown sugar and almonds.
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Treasure hunters will delight in weekend rummage sales.
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DANCE
Infinity Dance Team: 5:30-7 p.m. May 5, St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 410 Highway NN Mukwonago. Learn more about team auditions at parent/dancer info night.
Delafield Contra dance and lessons: 7 p.m. May 7 (through June 11), Prairie Hill Waldorf School, N14-W29143 Silvernail Road, Pewaukee.
Square Dancing: 7:30-10 p.m. May 7, Trinity Lutheran Church, 1052 Whiterock Ave., Waukesha. Join the Spring City Squares with Len and Ruth Siegmann.
ETC.
Spring Book Sale: 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. May 5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 6-7, Menomonee Falls Public Library, W156-N8436 Pilgrim Road, Menomonee Falls. http://home.mf.lib.wi.us/.
PAAC Fashion Show & Luncheon: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. May 5, Country Springs Hotel, 2810 Golf Rd., Waukesha. Spring Bling event benefits Pewaukee Area Arts Council., $45 (414) 350-8713 http://www.countryspringshotel.com.
A Night of Connections: 6:30-11 p.m. May 6, Western Lakes Golf Club, W287 N1963 Oakton Rd, Pewaukee. Fundraiser to benefit families with hearing loss. Includes appetizers, desserts, cash bar, dancing, raffles and silent auction. Interpreters provided. $30 (262) 853-2922 http://www.westernlakes.com.
15th Anniversary ProHealth Care Walk For Cancer: 8 a.m. May 7, Frame Park, 701 E. Moreland Blvd, Waukesha. $15 to $25 (Any $$ for donation) (262) 391-0661.
Pet Walkathon: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 7, Sussex Village Park. 28th annual event benefits the Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County and the Friends of HAWS fundraising group.
Support Our Troops Day: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 7, Waukesha County Historical Society And Museum, 101 W. Main St., Waukesha. Outdoor event includes a display of military vehicles from the Midwest Military Vehicle Association and Maureen Majeski’s s Jumpin’ Jive Club performing popular dances from the World War II Era (weather permitting.) Activities for kids will also occur throughout the day. The event is free., http://www.waukeshacountymuseum.org/.
Mother’s Day Health and Wellness Fun: 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. May 7, Mukwonago Village Hall, Rivercrest Ct, Mukwonago. Event includes yoga session, zumba, chair massages, mini facials, healthy food, crafts and other health and wellness activities. $5 (262) 617-5603.
Woman’s Club of Pewaukee Fundraiser: 11 a.m.-11:59 p.m. May 7; 12-2 a.m. May 8, SandBar Sports Pub, W278-N2315 Prospect Ave., Pewaukee. (262) 696-4578 http://sandbarsportspub.com.
Soul Sister Spring Luncheon Fashion Show: 11 a.m. May 7, St. John’s United Church of Christ, N67-W28321 Sussex Road, Merton. Fundraiser for the Fischer Family college fund in memory of Jill Fischer and also for the family of Sierra Scott., $25 (262) 391-4384.
Free Comic Book Day: 12-3 p.m. May 7, Kowabunga Comics, 102 N. Main St., Oconomowoc. One free comic book for person. Receive extra comics if you bring a non-perishable food item for the Oconomowoc Food Pantry, sign up for a new Oconomowoc Library card or wear a super-hero costume. There will also be sketch drawing and game demonstrations plus raffle items to benefit the Red Cross and their work with the tornado-ravaged South.
Buddy’s Retirement Reading Challenge: 2 p.m. May 7, Oconomowoc Public Library, 200 W. South St., Oconomowoc.
WVCY 50th Anniversary Rally: 7 p.m. May 7, Waukesha County Expo Center - Arena, 1000 Northview Rd., Waukesha. Guest speaker is Dr. Ed Hindson. Free admission and parking. http://www.waukeshacountyexpo.com/.
FAIRS & FESTIVALS
Cinco de Mayo Celebration: 5:30 p.m. May 5, Marriott Milwaukee West, Corporate Ct, Waukesha. Dancing, food, entertainment and auction highlight Pregnancy Support Connection’s 2011 Annual Gala Event
FARMERS MARKETS
Farmers Market: 7 a.m.-1 p.m. May 7, 14 (through Oct. 29), Fish Hatchery, 417 Main St., Delafield. The market features locally-grown seasonal produce, plants, grass-fed beef, flowers, baked goods, honey, smoked pork, egg rolls and a variety of specialty items. (262) 443-9546.
FOOD
Fish Fry: 4:30-7 p.m. May 6, St. Jerome Parish School Cafeteria, 1001 S. Silver Lake St., Oconomowoc. Knights of Columbus all-you-can-eat fish fry. Soda, beer and desserts available at additional cost. Carryouts available. $9 adults, $3.75 children 4 to 11, children under 4 free (262) 569-3032.
Swiss Steak Dinner: 4-7 p.m. May 7, Redeemer United Church of Christ, W220 N4915 Town Line Rd, Sussex. Hot dogs are also available. Proceeds benefit missions. $12 in advance, $13 at the door, $11 seniors, $5 children 4 to 12 http://www.redeemerucc.org/.
Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 8, Old World Wisconsin, W372-S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle. Free admission to Old World for moms. http://oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org/.
LECTURES
Goodness of Oganics!: 6-7 p.m. May 10, Good Harvest Market, 1850 Meadow Lane, Waukesha. Free http://www.goodharvestmarket.com.
MUSEUMS
Memories of WWII: Photographs from the Archives of the Associated Press: 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. May 4-7, 10-14 (through Jul. 30), Waukesha County Historical Society and Museum, 101 W. Main St., Waukesha. http://www.waukeshacountymuseum.org/.
MUSIC
Lyra, Russian Vocal Ensemble from St. Petersburg: 7 p.m. May 5, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 225 S. Hartwell Ave., Waukesha. .
Symphonic Band Concert: 7:30 p.m. May 6, University of Wisconsin-Waukesha Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 1500 N. University Dr., Waukesha. Waukesha Area Youth Percussion Ensemble joins UW-Waukesha Band. Free admission. http://www.waukesha.uwc.edu/Faculty---Staff/Departments/Communication-and-Theatre-Arts.aspx.
Handbell and Concert Choirs: 7:30 p.m. May 9, University of Wisconsin-Waukesha Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 1500 N. University Dr., Waukesha. UW-Waukesha’s Windy Hill Handbell Choir and Concert Choir present a spring concert. Admission and parking are free.,
NATURE
Native Plant Sale: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. May 7, Retzer Nature Center, S16-W28167 Madison St., Waukesha. Prairie species including shooting star and prairie dropseed plus woodland wildflowers such as trillium and Virginia waterleaf. Experts will be available to answer questions.
Early Morning Bird Walk: 6-9 a.m. May 7, Old World Wisconsin, W372-S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle. $15 http://oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org/.
Saturdays in May: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 7, Old World Wisconsin, W372-S9727 Hwy 67, Eagle. Includes a screening of "Green Fire," documentary on Aldo Leopold., $9-$16, $43 for families http://oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org/
Bird Hike: 7-9 a.m. May 8 (through May 29), Lapham Peak Kettle Moraine State Forest, W329-N846 Highway C, Delafield. Meet at the Evergreen Shelter in the park. Bring binoculars. State park entrance fees required.
NGHT LIFE
Open Jam with Bobby Way & OC Woods: 8 p.m. May 5, 12 (through May 26), Cali’s Grille Room, 1005 S. Moorland Road, Brookfield.
WKDJ w/Jason Rocks: 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. May 5, 12 (through Jan. 5), Donnie Boy’s Tap, 362 W. Main St., Waukesha. .
WKJD w/ DJ Josh: 8 p.m. May 6, Eric’s Porter-Haus, 229 Wisconsin Ave., Waukesha. http://ericsporterhaus.com/.
Andrea & The Mods: 7:30-10:30 p.m. May 6, The Delafield Hotel, 415 Genesee St., Delafield.
Steve Nitros Trio: 8 p.m. May 6, Magellan’s on Main St., 370 W. Main St., Waukesha. .
Jon Stone and The Wanted Men: 8:30 p.m. May 6, Eagles Club, 709 N. Grandview Blvd., Waukesha. http://eagles453.org/default.htm.
Hank Thomas and the Cathouse Drifters: 8 p.m. May 7, Magellan’s on Main St., 370 W. Main St., Waukesha. .
Tom Schwark: 9:30 p.m. May 7, Delafield Brew Haus, 3832 Hillside Dr., Delafield. http://www.delafield-brewhaus.com.
ONGOING EXHIBITS
A Fascination with Beauty: 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. May 4-5; 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. May 6; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 7; 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. May 9; 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. May 10-12; 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. May 13; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 14 (through May 31), Gallery 1, 507 E. Broadway, Waukesha. A preview collection of scenic vistas by award-winning Arizona artist Charles Pabst.
Evolve: Gailmarie Haller and Charles Wickler: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 4-6; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 7; 12 a.m.-4 p.m. May 8; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 9-13; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 14 (through May 15), Almont Gallery, 342 W. Main St., Waukesha. http://almontgallery.org/.
Peaceful Delights in Oil Art Exhibit: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. May 4-5; 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. May 6; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 7, River’s End Gallery, 380 W. Main St., Waukesha. http://riversendgallery.com/.
Orel Rooney: 12-5 p.m. May 4-14 (through May 15), Waukesha Civic Theatre, 264 W. Main St., Waukesha. View the artwork of this Pewaukee artist during the one-woman show. Gallery is also open during show times. http://www.waukeshacivictheatre.org.
Mother of all Art Crawls: 4-10 p.m. May 7, Almont Gallery, 342 West Main St., Waukesha. Meet the artists and enjoy food and music throughout downtown Waukesha. http://www.almontgallery.org/.
RUMMAGE SALES
Spring Rummage Sale: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. May 5-6; 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. May 7, St. William Catholic Church, 440 N. Moreland Blvd., Waukesha. Special discounts on Saturday.
Mukwonago Community Rummage Sale: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. May 5-8, Alice Baker Memorial Public Library, 820 E. Main St., Eagle. Pick up maps with address sheets at the library, Tasty Z’s Grab & Go (BP station), Citizens Bank of Mukwonago-Eagle Branch, The Grub, Eagle University Methodist Church and Suhmer’s Saloon & Restaurant.
Student Rummage Sale: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. May 5; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. May 6, Willow Springs Learning Center, W220 N6660 Town Line Road, Menomonee Falls. The sale includes items for infant to children. Proceeds benefit student programs.
Rummage Sale: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. May 6; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. May 7, Queen of Apostles School, 449 W. Wisconsin Ave., Pewaukee. Half-price bag sale on Saturday.
Rummage Sale: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. May 7, All Saints Lutheran Church, 705 W. Tomlin Rd., Wales. Proceeds from the sale will help the ELCA World Hunger Relief, an ASLC program. (262) 968-3322.
Rummage & Bake Sale: 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. May 7, First Congregational Church UCC, 111 Church St., Hartland. Bag sale begins at 12:30 p.m. Household items, clothing, books, toys, etc. plus homemade baked goods.
THEATER
St. Agnes Drama Company presents "Agnes in Butlerland": 7 p.m. May 5; 6 p.m. May 6, St. Agnes Parish, 12801 W. Fairmount Ave., Butler. (262) 783-4188.
Twelfth Night: 4 p.m. May 6-7; 10 a.m. May 8; 4 p.m. May 13; 12 p.m., 4 p.m. May 14 (through May 22), Waukesha Civic Theatre, 264 W. Main St., Waukesha. Shakespeare’s romp about Viola, a woman disguised as a man, who falls Orsino who thinks he’s in love with Olivia who’s infatuated with Viola. http://www.waukeshacivictheatre.org.
Peter and the Wolf: 7 p.m. May 6, Mukwonago High School Auditorium, 605 W. School Rd., Mukwonago. Grace Notes and MVP Kids Koncert. Free admission.
Falls Patio Players present "Annie": 7:30 p.m. May 6-7; 2 p.m. May 8, Menomonee Falls North Middle School, N88 W16750 Garfield Drive, Menomonee Falls. $18 adults, $15 seniors and students http://www.sdmf.k12.wi.us/.
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Pewaukee man gets lengthy sentence in fatal crash
Waukesha - Daniel P. Henningsen, 45, of City of Pewaukee, will be incarcerated for the next 27 years for a fatal crash that occured nearly three years on Capitol Drive in the City of Brookfield.
Henningsen, already convicted six times for drunken driving and now convicted for his seventh such offense, was sentenced this afternoon in Waukesha County Circuit Court on charges of homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle, two counts of drunken driving while causing injury, possession of marijuana, driving with a revoked driver's license and driving with a prohibited alcohol concentration.
Killed in the crash was Willam E. Gray, 51, of Elm Grove. Gray's wife Kelley, and his sister-in-law Lori Borden were injured. Henningsen was driving west on Capitol Drive at about 81 mph when the van he was driving slammed into the side of Gray's Jeep, which was pulling out from Mountain Drive at the time.
Judge James R. Kieffer sentenced Henningsen to 25 years in prison on the homocide charge to be followed by two years in teh Waukesha County jail for injuring the two passengers in Gray's vehicle. Following incarceration, Henningsen will serve 15 years of extended supervision.
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Pewaukee coaches enjoy wild NFL Draft ride
Pewaukee football coach Clay Iverson thought the crazy whirlwind was going to have a disappointing end as he de-boarded a plane that never took off from Chicago on the morning of April 28. Along with PHS defensive coordinator Mike Lecher, Iverson had been presented airfare to New York for the chance of a lifetime by one of his former pupils, but now time was running out.
“I said to Mike, ‘We got this close, but I don’t think we’re going to make it,’” Iverson said. “You lose an hour when you fly out there, and the next plane was supposed to leave at 2.”
The plane finally did leave, putting the duo in New York at 5 p.m. They hustled through the airport, and just as a taxi driver had opened his door for them, another cab collided with the door and pulled it right off.
“We had the best intentions, but maybe we’re bad luck and should just turn around and go home,” Iverson said.
But the coaches did make it to their destination, and the bad luck didn’t last all night. In a matter of hours, Iverson and Lecher were witness as former Pewaukee star J.J. Watt became a member of the National Football League, selected 11th overall by the Houston Texans in the annual draft at Radio City Music Hall.
Coach speak
The event was loaded with highlights. Initially, Iverson and Lecher sat in a friends and family section at the draft and chatted with former Green Bay Packers head coach Mike Sherman, now the Texas A&M coach who was on hand to watch one of his players, Von Miller, go No. 2 overall. Even before that, NFL luminaries such as Franco Harris and Jim Taylor had been milling around in the hotel where the two quickly changed clothes upon arrival.
“Especially for Coach Lecher, it was great for him to see some of the guys that he grew up with,” Iverson said. “He got to talk to Jim Taylor a little bit.”
Lecher, who will retire from teaching after this school year but continue coaching has been with Pewaukee’s football program since 1967 and served as defensive coordinator for most of that timeframe. After Iverson accepted the gift from Watt to attend the draft, the two conspired to surprise Lecher with the same gift at a morning lifting session with the football team.
“We were three rows from (analyst Mel) Kiper and it was definitely awesome seats,” Iverson said. “Then they called and said they got another pass and asked if I wanted to come back into the green room area, which is more than we expected and frankly, more than we deserved. It’s different than I thought it would be. It’s tense.”
With agents and television cameras moving throughout the area, Iverson observed the space reserved for draft prospects – including a record 25 invited to attend the draft in 2011.
“JJ handled himself just like a pro,” said Iverson of Watt, who became a front-line playmaker for the Wisconsin Badgers defense during a run to the Rose Bowl this past season. “When the phone rang and JJ picked it up, you could tell he was talking to the GM (of the Texans). That’s the part that’s burned in my memory. To see him with that phone call and to see that emotion is something I will never, ever forget. It’s ten times better than meeting anyone famous … you can’t even describe that moment of watching someone work so hard to get that phone call.”
Sitting and waiting
Iverson admitted surprise that the Texans made the maneuver to draft Watt. After Dallas took another player with the No. 9 pick, Iverson said Watt expected to get taken at No. 17 or No. 18.
“Even on Kiper’s draft board, there was never anything about a top-three need on the defensive line (for the Texans),” Iverson said. “I won’t watch the draft the same way again. I’ll definitely watch it with a lot more empathy for those kids who are falling (in the draft). It’s real special to see those young men get that phone call and watch their dreams come true.”
Iverson returned the green room during the draft's second day and reported a much lighter atmosphere, and he observed Randall Cobb get the news that he had been selected by the Green Bay Packers with the final choice of the second round. Many other NFL legends were on hand, including Richard Dent, Charles Haley and Barry Sanders.
“The feeling back there is like right before a football game, anticipation and tenseness and maybe a little more frustrating that you can’t do anything about it,” Iverson said. “Fans down there are going to be amazed at how athletic a kid he is. You’re going to have all these playmakers (on defense in Houston), and it’s going to be fun to watch.
“It was really a great two days to be there; it was nice to be there as representatives of the Pewaukee school district.”
Photo: JJ Watt answers questions shortly after being taken by the Houston Texans in the first round of the NFL Draft. (AP)
Check out video from the Pewaukee draft party at SandBar Sports Pub. Read more about the event.
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OHS softball team moves to 8-0
Oconomowoc's undefeated varsity girls fastpitch softball team improved to 8-0 on the season Monday by whipping host MIlwaukee Hamilton in a nonconference game, 11-0. The 8-0 start is the best opening in school history. The game was called after five innings.
Sophomore pitcher Delaney Osterday tossed a two-hitter and had 12 strkeouts. She walked one.
Emily Klitzing, Osterday and Renate Meckl had two hits each for the Raccoons. Osterday and Brianne McGuire drove in two runs each.
Cooney will host Watertown Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.
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Wrecke to Carroll Hall of Fame
Doug Wrecke of Merton, former standout athlete at Arrowhead High School and Carroll University, will be inducted into the Carroll Hall of Fame in ceremonies on Oct. 8-9.
Wrecke graduated from Carroll and played football, basketball and track and field for the Pioneers.
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Mukwonago takes first step in finding new mascot
With state legislation on overturning the mascot law at a standstill and no decision expected with the hearing on the unconstitutionality of the law until July 20, the Mukwonago School Disctrict Board of Education agreed to take the first step in finding a new mascot and logo tonight.
The district will accept nickname and logo proposals from any MASD students, parents, staff members, alumni or district residents until at least July 20.
See the complete story in the May 4 Mukwonago Chief.
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Positively Pewaukee Mini Spring Auction
Positively Pewaukee’s mini spring auction and fundraiser has begun with bidding ending at noon Thursday, May 5. Anyone interested in participating should visit www.positivelypewaukee.com/WeBid/bid for a list of items. Once in, view all items up for bid, complete the sign up form, bid on an item, watch and keep bidding. Once the item has been auctioned bidders will be notified and directions will be given regarding paying for and picking up the item(s). For further information, call (262) 695-9735 or email elaine@positivelypewaukee.com.
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Turn the clock back to Happy Days at the Boondockers Car Show in Concord.
Community Calendar submissions may be faxed to (262) 367-1136 or e-mailed to happenings@jcpgroup.com. Include time, date, full address and contact information for the event. Submission deadline is noon Wednesday.
MAY 6
Lake Mills High School Show Choir Performance: 12:45 p.m. to 1:15 p.m., Trinity Pines Retirement Center, 326 W. Pine St., Lake Mills. No charge.
MAY 6-7
Lake Mills Community-Wide Rummage Sale: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., throughout Lake Mills. Address/map listing will be available at Sentry Foods, 105 S Madison St., Lake Mills at the customer service desk during the sale. The Tyranena Ladies Club is sponsoring this event with all proceeds going back to the community. Any questions, contact Natalie (920) 648-2562 or tyranenaladies@gmail.com.
Penguin Productions Presents "Distracted": 7 p.m., L.D. Fargo Library, 120 E. Madison St., Lake Mills. Comedy explores the struggles of parents with kids who may or may not have ADHD. The show contains adult language. There is no admission cost, but a $10 donation is suggested. For more information call Jill Nadeau at (920) 285-1986.
Spring Rummage Sale: 3 to 7 p.m. Friday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Rock Lake Activity Center, 220 Fremont St., Lake Mills. Perfect for those who live outside the city limits or don’t want to deal with a sale at their home. Clean out your closets, basement and garage. Bring your items here and sell as a group. You pay $10 for an approximate 8-by-8-foot space and table. Set up begins at noon May 6.
Used Book Sale: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days, Jefferson Public Library, 321 S. Main St., Jefferson. Used books, videos and DVDs for sale. Call (920) 674-7733 for more information.
MAY 6-8
Dairyland Classic Dog Show: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Jefferson County Fair Park, 503 N. Jackson Ave., Jefferson. All-breed dog shows, obedience and rally trials and special events each day Along with raffle prizes. Special events: Friday, Best Puppy competition; Saturday, Best Bred by exhibitor, Sunday, Wisconsin top junior showmanship competition. For more information visit www.badgerkennelclub.com.
MAY 7
Boondockers 35th Annual Car Show: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Concord House in Concord. This year’s theme is “Happy Days” (and spinoffs). Food and soda available, safety inspections, music through the day, kid’s games and more. Awards will be at 3 p.m. Reserved buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m. and open dance with music by Rockin Robin from 8 p.m. to noon. For questions contact Karen Derge at (920) 261-9880 or 262-370-8899 or email info@boondockersstreetrods.com.
Grellton Conservation Club Fundraiser: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pernat Premium Meats, 312 Milwaukee St., Johnson Creek. The club will be hosting the brat and hamburger stand with proceeds going to the club’s annual scholarship award. For more information call (920 988-3725 or email grelltoncc@gmail.com .
Silent auction to Benefit Children with Autism: 1 to 3:30 p.m., Amundson Center, 200 Spring St., Cambridge. There will be a $1 admission fee donation.
Tree and shrub sale: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 302 North St, Cambridge. Cambridge-based non-profit organization is offering affordable trees and shrubs. All profits help landscape Cambridge and Rockdale schools, streets and parks. Choose from our inventory of over 250 trees and shrubs or special order additional species. Order terrace trees (Village of Cambridge residents only). For more information visit www.CambridgeTreeProject.org.
Wheels for the World Collection: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Faith Community Church, W5949 Hackbarth Road, Fort Atkinson. Non-motorized wheelchairs (broken wheelchairs accepted), walkers, canes, crutches, prosthetics and other mobility items needed for donation. For more information contact Annette at (262) 47-5586.
MAY 9
Free Easter Concert: 9:30 a.m., Trinity Pines Retirement Center 326 W. Pine St. in Lake Mills. The community is invited to hear Cherub Choir of St. Paul’s School.
MAY 11
Johnson Creek Spring Highway Clean-Up: 5 p.m., Highway 26 and Jefferson Road. Any chamber members or interested parties call (920) 699-4949 to volunteer. All volunteers are invited for appetizers and drinks after the clean-up at an area business. Rain date: May 18.
Prayers and Singing: 2 p.m., Trinity Pines Retirement Center, 326 W. Pine St. in Lake Mills. The public is invited to attend the free program.
Well Child/Healthcheck Clinic: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 226 E. Madison St., Waterloo. For an appointment call (920) 674-7275. Parental permission and immunization records required.
MAY 12
Ladies Night Out: 6 p.m., Windwood Country Club, Watertown. Indulge in an evening of music, chef-selected wine pairings and gourmet food and explore simple ways to lead a more vibrant, more balanced life. The evening will include information on work-life balance, stress management and nutrition. Special guest is Dr. Mary Zasadil, University of Wisconsin health cardiologist. Cost: $20. Seating is limited. Register by calling (920) 262-4639 or by visiting www.uwhpwatertown.com/LadiesNight.
MAY 14
Civil War Re-enactment 1861: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., pancake breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m., Nikolay Middle School, Cambridge. Event features re-enactors, displays, presentations, Victorian dancing and concessions. Contact Duke/Mary Jane at info@ohhanson.com or 608-423-4379.
Cook-out Pernat’s Johnson Creek: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., sponsored by Johnson Creek Education Foundation. Menu includes brats, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and hotdogs.
Eighth Annual Touch-a-Truck & Bike Rodeo: 10 a.m. to Noon, Cambridge High School parking lot. Free event. For more details call (608) 423-8108 or www.cambridgecap.net.
Gemuetlichkeit May Ball: 4 to 11 p.m., Jefferson County Fair Park activity center. Euchre tournament at 4 p.m. Steve Meisner will provide the music from 7 to 11 p.m. For more information call (920) 674-4511 or visit http://www.gdays.org.
Treyton’s Field of Dreams Family Fun Day: 3 p.m. to midnight, Capn’s of Whitewater in the American Legion Hall, 292 S. Wisconsin St., Whitewater. Food and beverages throughout the day and night. Live Auction at 8:30 p.m. and children’s activities from 3 to 6 p.m. Silent auctions are also held throughout the evening. Live music from 7 to 11 p.m., ultimate legend show with Comeback Special Show Band.
MAY 15
Antique Flea Market: 7 a.m. Elkhorn Fairgrounds, Highway 11. More than 500 inside and outside dealers. Free parking. Rain or shine. For more information, call (414) 525-0820 or visit www.nlpromotionsllc.com.
Community Hope Annual Community Wide Rummage Sale: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., $25 donation to Community Hope will "put you on THE MAP" or donate your stuff to Community Hope. For pickup or delivery of donated items or more information, contact community.hope@hotmail.com., (608) 445-1802 or visit http://www.cambridgewi.com.
Tim Urban Concert: 5:30 p.m., Skate Express roller rink, N9668 Frohling Drive, Watertown. Hear the Top Ten “American Idol” finalist perform in a family-friendly, Christian, pop-rock concert. Cost: $10, $8 per ticket for groups of 10 or more. Price includes opening act Myles Wangerin. For tickets call (920) 206-0555.
MAY 17
Fort Atkinson Community Cruise Nights: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Jones Park, Business Highway 26 (Janesville Avenue) Fort Atkinson. Great food, music and cool cars! Held rain or shine. There is no admission charge. There have been as many as 440 classics displayed each month in a great park setting. For more information call (920) 563-7501 or visit http://www.kentsbigbar.com.
MAY 18
Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Open House: 4 to 7 p.m., Community Room of the Dwight Foster Public Library, Fort Atkinson. Hundreds of applications of deceased members of the Fort Atkinson - Eli Pierce Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, from the past 112 years of its existence in Jefferson County, will be distributed to any descendants at the open house. For more information, call Jane Fary at (920) 563-3072.
Drug and Alcohol Training Seminar: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Fort Memorial Hospital. This seminar is mandatory for supervisors and owners/operators of commercial motor vehicles.
Well Child/Healthcheck Clinic: Jefferson County Health Department, 1541 Annex Road, Jefferson. For an appointment call (920) 674-7275. Parental permission and immunization records required.
MAY 20
Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony: Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at First Citizen State Bank. Ceremony will be held at the American Legion, downtown Whitewater. For more information call (262) 473-2966.
MAY 21
Clean Sweep Household, Farm and Business Hazardous Waste Collection: 8 to 11 a.m., City of Watertown Street Dept. 811 S. First St., Watertown. Call (920) 262-4080 or (920) 262-4081. Households and farms $10 per vehicle – registration required. Businesses charged based on weight – registration required at least three weeks prior to event.
Cook-out Pernat’s Johnson Creek: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., sponsored by Guld Team for Tomorrow’s Hope. Menu included brats, hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and hotdogs.
Ladies Day Away: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cambridge Community Activities Center. No pre-registration required. Event is free. Gather your projects and come to spend a day scrapbooking, sewing, painting or using a computer away from the responsibilities of home. Bring a friend and make a day of it! Call 423-8108 for more information.
Matt Kenseth Raffle: 6 to 9 p.m., Sports Page, W9535 Highway 12, Cambridge. Fundraising event for the 2011 Susan G. Komen three-day for the cure walk.
Touch-A-Truck & Bike Rodeo: 10 a.m. to noon, Cambridge High School East parking lot. Eighth annual event features emergency and military vehicles, farm equipment, and more. Registration is not required for this free event. In conjunction with Touch-A-Truck, the Dane County Sheriff’s Office will also be hosting a bike rodeo. There will be a bike technician available to do a safety check on the bikes. An adult must attend along with the bike riders. Free bike helmets will be provided for the first 50 participants. Participants completing the course will be eligible for a prize drawing.
MAY 25
Well Child/Healthcheck Clinic: United Methodist Church, 122 N. 5th St., Palmyra. For an appointment call (920) 674-7275. Parental permission and immunization records required.
MAY 26
Cruise-In & Food Drive: 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Havill-Spoerl Dealership, Fort Atkinson. Featuring cars from the The Classic Thunderbird Club of Wisconsin. Food provided by the Fort FFA Alumni Feed Bag. There will also be prize drawings and music. Proceeds will go to the Fort Atkinson Food Pantry.
MAY 28, 29
Fort Koshkonong Rendezvous: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Rock River Park, Fort Atkinson. The 18th annual event allows visitors to step back in time and see how life was in the 1840s. Witness living history and eat period food. Admission: $4 adult, $2 child 12 and under. For information all (920) 563-3210 or visit http://www.fortchamber.com
MAY 28
Ripley Park Opening Day: 9 a.m., Ripley Park, 4310 Park Road, Cambridge. Bring the entire family for a day of fun in the sun at the beach. Free admission, a bouncy house and free samples will be available at the concession stand. Ripley Park has two tennis courts, a basketball court, a children’s play structure, volleyball courts, and much more.
MAY 29
American Legion Pancake Breakfast: 7 a.m. to Noon. 115 N. Third St., Palmyra. For more information call (262) 495-2632.
MAY 30
Memorial Day Parade & Pancake Breakfast: 6:30 a.m. to noon, Fire Station, Downtown Cambridge. Start with the French toast and eggs breakfast, followed by the annual parade down Main Street at 10:30 a.m. Memorial service downtown in Veteran’s Park after the parade. For more information call (608) 423-3780 or http://www.cambridgewi.com.
Memorial Day Parade: 10 a.m., Main Street, Palmyra. Service to follow at Hillside Cemetery. For more information call (262) 495-2632.
JUNE 1
Well Child/Healthcheck Clinic: St. Mary Help of Christian Catholic Church, W856 Highway 18, Sullivan. For an appointment call (920) 674-7275. Parental permission and immunization records required.
JUNE 4
Lake Mills Kids Fishery: 9 to 11 a.m., Mill Pond, Veterans Lane. Event, for kids under 12, includes food, fun and prizes.
JUNE 5
Lake Mills Triathlon: 7 a.m., Sandy Beach Park, (Sandy Beach Road. Event includes a ¼-mile swim, 15M bike ride and 5k run. Visit www.witriseries.com or call (608) 441-2464 for more information.
JUNE 8
Lake Mills City Band Concert: 7 p.m., Memorial Band Shelter, Commons Park on Lake Street. Rain site is the Community Center, 200 Water St.
JUNE 9
Well Child/Healthcheck Clinic: St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 302 Merchants Ave., Fort Atkinson. For an appointment call (920) 674-7275. Parental permission and immunization records required.
JUNE 10
American Family Customer Appreciation Day: 4 to 7 p.m., Commons Park, Lake St., Lake Mills. Food and fun for the whole family. Open to the public.
JUNE 11
Moravian Camp Promotion Car Wash & Bake Sale: 9 a.m. to noon, Moravian Church, 301 College St., Lake Mills.
JUNE 11, 12
19th annual Cambridge Pottery Festival & U.S. Pottery Games: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Lake Ripley Park, Cambridge. Watch famous potters compete against each other. Walk through the many pottery vendors. Bring the kids to try their hand at throwing pots. For more information visit www.cambridgepotteryfestival.org.
JUNE 15
Well Child/Healthcheck Clinic: Jefferson County Health Department, 1541 Annex Road, Jefferson. For an appointment call (920) 674-7275. Parental permission and immunization records required.
JUNE 16
Watertown Municipal Band Concert: 7:30 p.m., Riverside Park Band Shell, Labaree Street.
JUNE 17, 18, 19
"A Year with Frog and Toad": 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday, Lake Mills High School Auditorium, 615 Catlin Drive. Admission: $9 adults, $8 seniors/students, $6 children under 10, $35 family rate. Presented by 3-D Family Theatre. Great family-friendly entertainment for ages 5 to 95! For information or special seating, contact 3-D Family Theatre at (608) 764-5267 or 3d.theatre@gmail.com.
JUNE 18, 19
Breakfast on the Farm: 6 a.m. to noon Saturday and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Dettmann Dairy Farm, N7397 Highway N, Johnson Creek. Watertown Agri-Business Club hosts the all-you-can-eat breakfasts with Gary Beal Polka Band providing entertainment. Petting zoo, model trains and farm activities for kids. It’s Fathers Day weekend so bring Grandpa or Dad out to the farm.
JUNE 18
5.5 Mile Fun Family Float: 9 to 10 a.m. registration, Jefferson Rotary Riverfront Park. Live music in the park 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A refreshment barge will be at the 2.7 mile point with water and energy bars for all. At the end of the float a summer time cookout will be available. Cost: $10. Contact the Jefferson Chamber at (920) 674-4511 or Steve Lewis at (920) 674-9000.
Palmyra Eagle Athletic Booster Golf Outing: 1:30 p.m., Kettle Moraine golf course, W365 S4299 Highway 67, Dousman. For information call (262) 495-7101 or visit http://www.palmyra.k-12.wi.us.
JUNE 21
Garden Walk: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., various locations around Palmyra. Tickets can be purchased at Powers Memorial Library. For more information call 262-495-4605 or visit http://powersmemoriallibrary.org/. Rain date is June 26.
Fort Atkinson Community Cruise Nights: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Jones Park, Business Highway 26 (Janesville Avenue) Fort Atkinson. Great food, music and cool cars! Held rain or shine. There is no admission charge. There have been as many as 440 classics displayed each month in a great park setting. For more information call (920) 563-7501 or visit http://www.kentsbigbar.com.
JUNE 22
Well Child/Healthcheck Clinic: Trinity Lutheran Church, 346 Pine St., Lake Mills. For an appointment call (920) 674-7275. Parental permission and immunization records required.
JUNE 25
Ladies Day Away: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cambridge Community Activities Center. No pre-registration required. Event is free. Gather your projects and come to spend a day scrapbooking, sewing, painting or using a computer away from the responsibilities of home. Bring a friend and make a day of it! Call 423-8108for more information.
JUNE 26
American Legion Pancake Breakfast: 7 a.m. to noon, 115 N. Third St., Palmyra. For more information call (262) 495-2632.
JUNE 27
Palmyra Eagle Community Band Concert: 7 p.m., Palmyra Village Park, Carriage Way off of County H (Main Street) in Palmyra.
JULY 6
Jefferson Community Cruise Night: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Havill Auto Group, 1121 S. Main St., Jefferson. View classic cars, motorcycles and trucks. Enjoy prizes and entertainment. Held rain or shine. Concessions available. Contact Raughn for more information at (920) 723-9621 or visit http://www.jeffersoncruisenights.com.
JULY 9
Ladies Day Away: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cambridge Community Activities Center. No pre-registration required. Event is free. Gather your projects and come to spend a day scrapbooking, sewing, painting or using a computer away from the responsibilities of home. Bring a friend and make a day of it! Call 423-8108 for more information.
JULY 19
Fort Atkinson Community Cruise Nights: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Jones Park, Business Highway 26 (Janesville Avenue) Fort Atkinson. Great food, music and cool cars! Held rain or shine. There is no admission charge. There have been as many as 440 classics displayed each month in a great park setting. For more information call (920) 563-7501 or visit http://www.kentsbigbar.com.
AUG. 3
Jefferson Community Cruise Night: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Havill Auto Group, 1121 S. Main St., Jefferson. View classic cars, motorcycles and trucks. Enjoy prizes and entertainment. Held rain or shine. Concessions available. Contact Raughn for more information at (920) 723-9621 or visit http://www.jeffersoncruisenights.com.
AUG. 16
Fort Atkinson Community Cruise Nights: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Jones Park, Business Highway 26 (Janesville Avenue) Fort Atkinson. Great food, music and cool cars! Held rain or shine. There is no admission charge. There have been as many as 440 classics displayed each month in a great park setting. For more information call (920) 563-7501 or visit http://www.kentsbigbar.com.
AUG. 20
Ladies Day Away: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cambridge Community Activities Center. No pre-registration required. Event is free. Gather your projects and come to spend a day scrapbooking, sewing, painting or using a computer away from the responsibilities of home. Bring a friend and make a day of it! Call 423-8108 for more information.
SEPT. 17
Ladies Day Away: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cambridge Community Activities Center. No pre-registration required. Event is free. Gather your projects and come to spend a day scrapbooking, sewing, painting or using a computer away from the responsibilities of home. Bring a friend and make a day of it! Call 423-8108 for more information.
ONGOING
Alzheimer’s Support Group: 6:30 p.m. every third Monday of the month, Reflections Adult Day Care, 511 Madison Ave., Fort Atkinson. (920) 563-3759 or (920) 674-5929.
Asperger’s & ASD Support Group: 7 p.m. third Monday of the month, Trinity Lutheran Church, 346 W. Pine St., Lake Mills. Contact jennifer@trinitylm.com or (920) 648-2717 for more information.
Cambridge Food Pantry & Resource Center: 5:30 to 7 p.m. Mondays, 211 South St., Cambridge. Doors open at 5 p.m. Customers may shop the Food Pantry once every 14 days. Call (608) 423-8142 for more information.
Community Lunch: Noon last Wednesday of every month. The Rock Lake Activity Center, 229 Fremont St., Lake Mills, in coordination with Water House Foods offers a monthly community gathering with lunch until supplies run out. The free gathering is open to all. As the weather turns cooler, lunch will be soups and bread. Dessert and coffee are also served.
Fort Atkinson Food Pantry: 3 to 5 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, 715 Jones Ave, Fort Atkinson. Open to anyone living in the Fort Atkinson School District area meeting income eligibility. For more information, call (920) 728-2394.
Free Dinners: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Fellowship Hall, 320 S. Main St., Fort Atkinson. (920) 563-4903.
Hike the Ice Age Trail: 4 p.m. Tuesdays and 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Highway 12 outpost, 5 miles east of Whitewater. (262) 473-2187 or www.iceagetrail.org.
Jefferson’s Citywide Prayer/Gathering/Worship Night: Every second Thursday of the month. For location and information, contact Bill Schiferl at (920) 674-2067.
Loaves and Fishes Meal: Every Monday, free community meal at Watertown Moravian church, 510 Cole St., Watertown. For more information, call (920) 261-7494 or (920) 206-0222. Sponsored by Watertown and Ebenezer Moravian churches. Volunteers groups are also needed twice yearly on a rotating schedule; call Linda Lippens at (920) 261-2061.
Monday Night Bingo: 6 p.m., Rox Banquet Hall, Council for the Performing Arts, Highway K, Jefferson. Progressive; bring your own dauber or purchase one for $1. Nonsmoking. Refreshments available to purchase. (920) 674-2179.
PiYo Classes: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, the Gathering Place, 715 Campus St., Milton. PiYo is an athletic blend of Pilates, yoga, ballet and more, requiring no previous experience. Instructed by Heidi McLain. $3 per class.
Praise & Graze Champagne Brunch: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays, JC Plaza Hotel, Johnson Creek. Cost: adults, $12.95; seniors, $10.95; children younger than 12, $8.95; children younger than 4, free. Bring your current church bulletin, and $2 of your bill will be donated back to your church. Call (920) 699-2800 for reservations or visit www.jcplazahotel.com.
Rome/Sullivan Food Pantry: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. first Thursday and 2 to 5 p.m. third Thursday of the month, N3866 West St., Town of Sullivan Community Center. Open to anyone meeting income eligibility. Call 262-593-8745 for more information.
Vaccine Clinics: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Jefferson County Health Department. Residents may receive all childhood and adolescent vaccines, adult vaccines, pregnancy tests and blood pressure checks. A $10 per person administration fee will be charged unless you have an active ForwardHealth Card. For the list of adult vaccines and their charges, visit www.jeffersoncountywi.gov. TB skin tests are available for $10 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
Watertown Newcomers & Neighbors Club: 6 p.m. social time; 6:30 p.m. meeting, first Wednesday of each month. Bank of Lake Mills downstairs meeting room, 400 Bernard St., Watertown. Social group for women in Watertown and surrounding areas. Group supports local businesses and charities through fun events. www.watertownnewcomers.com.
Yarn-a-Latte: 9 to 11 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, at Tan-a-Latte, 122 S. Main St., Jefferson. Knitting, crochet and spinning group for all ages and experience levels. Finish a project, learn a new skill, or just hang out. Free. Contact dooleybeth@yahoo.com or call Beth at (262) 582-3048 for more information.
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Pewaukee soccer now 9-0
The Pewaukee girls soccer team improved to 9-0 and took complete control of the Woodland Conference with a 4-2 win over New Berlin Eisenhower on Tuesday night.
With the win, the Pirates have now defeated each of the next four best squads in the league, according to overall standings. The team already logged its first-ever win over Wauwatosa West this season, as well as victories over Whitnall and Shorewood.
Abbey Toureene scored twice, including a crucial goal in the second half just 40 seconds after Eisenhower had pulled to within 2-1. Dayna Costello and Raleah Schaeffer added additional tallies.
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Dallman's goal leads AHS past KM
Maddie Dallman lofted a high-arcing free kick from 40 yards out, just beneath the crossbar to account for the only goal of the game as Arrowhead topped visiting Kettle Moraine on Tuesday, 1-0.
Dallman, who also keyed a defensive attack that did not allow a shot on goal after halftime, was fouled after intercepting the ball at midfield and converted at the 62-minute mark, her first score of the year.
The Warhawks moved to 5-1-1 and 1-1 in Classic 8 Conference play. The Lasers likewise hold a 1-1 league record and 6-3 mark overall.
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Arrowhead girls in first place
Arrowhead's varsity girls fastpitch softball team, thanks to a pair of league victories on Monday and Tuesday, moved into sole possession of first place in the Classic 8 Conference standings.
AHS defeated Waukesha North on Monday, 20-7 and then nipped Catholic Memorial on Tuesday, 6-5. The Warhawks improved to 5-1 in league play and 8-1 overall. Milwaukee Pius is second at 5-2 and Kettle Moraine is third at 4-2.
In the win over North, Kelsey Wasilczuk had two hits and four RBIs to lead the winners. Jordy Brengosz drove in three runs.
On Tuesday against Memorial, Alexis Panaro and Carly Brengosz drove in runs in a two-run sixth inning to lead the Warhawks to a come-from-behind win. Panaro, Carly Brengosz and Kara Olsen all had two hits for AHS.
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KM softball team rips Pius
Kettle Moraine's varsity girls fastpitch softball team rolled over visiting Milwaukee Pius Tuesday in a Classic 8 Conference game, 17-6. Katie McCann hit a walk-off three-run homer over the left field fence to end the game in the bottom of the sixth inning.
KM is now 4-2 in league play, one game behind Arrowhead (5-1) in the loss column. Pius is 5-2.
McCann had a monster day for the Lasers. She had four hits and seven RBIs. The hard-hitting second baseman had two doubles, a triple and homer.
Candace Rupnick, Hannah Foltz, Maddie Churches and Jordan Fink all had three hits for KM.
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Cooney girls suffer first loss
Oconomowoc's varsity girls fastpitch softball team, after starting the season with a perfect 8-0 record, got hammered Tuesday by visiting Watertown in a Wisconsin Little Ten Conference game, 19-3. Watertown had nine consecutive hits in a 14-run, fifth inning rally.
Renate Meckl had two hits for the losing Raccoons. Meckl is batting .667 on the season
The 8-0 start was the best beginning to a season in school history for OHS.
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Kloppenburg disenfranchises nuns?
Oh, those evil nuns in Sauk County!
Seems the sisters, who have taken vows of silence and spend their days making communion wafers, are known to vote by absentee ballot in every election. The ballots are dropped off during each voting cycle by the town clerk, the nuns select their candidates, and the same town clerk then picks them up in a sealed envelope.
There are 18 nuns living this life of peace and quiet at the Lady of Our Valley Monastery.
Well, seems the Kloppenburg team noticed that the nuns absentee ballots didn't have witness signatures on them. (Keep in mind that although there are rules on the books dictating that every absentee ballot have a signature from a witness, it is questionable as to whether or not such enforcement - from the Government Accountability Board - always occurs.) However, in this case, the Kloppenburg team insisted that the ballots be discounted. And they succeeded - for the time being.
The canvas board and the town clerk who works with the nuns were disturbed by the unbelievable and distrusting manner in which the Kloppenburg team insisted on disenfranchising the nuns. After all, anyone think that these nuns belong to moveon.org? or ACORN? were they going out and passing out cigarettes in an effort to get people to vote for their candidate? slashing tires of the opposing party so they cannot get to the polls? falsifying information on their own ballots? voting twice? (maybe there are only 9 nuns in the Monastery instead of the 18 mentioned!). Ridiculous.
The town clerk was adamant that she collected the ballots from the nuns the way she always does. She stated that their votes were legitimate and should be allowed. However, the Kloppenburg lawyers prevailed and the canvas board relented, tossing out the ballots.
By the way, 4 ballots were for Kloppenburg, while 14 went to Prosser.
The canvas board has appealed the decision to not allow the nun's votes.
Many seem to feel, and I agree, that the Kloppenburg camp is nitpicking small discrepancies in an effort to make them bigger ones. When the final tallies come in - once again showing Joanne Kloppenburg lost - the lawyers for Kloppenburg will then take the matter to court. The goal - to hold up seating elected Supreme Court Justice David Prosser and keep him from voting on the budget repair bill and other important legislation that may be presented.
Can the Kloppenburg camp sink any lower? Nuns? Sure hope Archbishop Jerome Listecki dotted all his i's and crossed all his t's on his ballot...
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It's a wonderful day in the neighborhood and the world as well
Osama bin Laden is dead. America did not give up in its determination to kill or capture the world’s most sought after Islam terrorist coward.
The questions surrounding this event is how much data can we get from bin Laden’s compound and those that were captured. Will another hate-filled Muslim take over and continue the senseless and cowardly attacks on Americans and the Jews plus murdering daily their own Muslims like bin Laden did for decades?
Whatever the future holds, the coward is dead. May he rot in hell. And he will since that is the only justice this man deserves.
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