Historical Society holds tavern game night and lantern walks on October 31
The Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will hold a historic tavern game night along with lantern walks on Friday, October 31 from 6 to 8 pm. It’s all about beer and tavern games at the historic Meeme House tavern! You’ll have the chance to sample drinks from the turn of the century while learning or renewing your acquaintance with old-fashioned tavern games.The grounds will also be available for an evening stroll on this Halloween
UnitedOne Named a Top Workplace for Women
UnitedOne Credit Union has been named No. 17 nationally for medium-sized organizations in the “Best Places to Work for Women” by Best Companies Group. “We’re honored to be recognized as a workplace where women are empowered to grow and lead,” UnitedOne CEO Kim Rooney said. “This reflects the values we’ve nurtured where inclusion, opportunity, and respect are woven into our culture. The women of UnitedOne continue to inspire excellence, helping us serve our members with purpose and heart.” The No. 17
Historic tavern tales is the theme of Historical Society's Hungry for History series program 2025
Historic tavern tales is the theme of Historical Society's Hungry for History series program on October 22 The Manitowoc County Historical Society will present a Hungry for History series program about historic tavern stories on Wednesday, October 22 at 5 pm at Branch Station, 8112 Village Drive in Whitelaw. The lecture style program will take place at 5 pm with a meal to follow. During the presentation, "Tavern Tales of the Old Northwest", guests will follow along as we share unusual, curious, and
Lakeshore College Foundation awards over $367,000 in scholarships
Lakeshore College Foundation awards over $367,000 in scholarshipsOver half of the scholarships were for full tuition. CLEVELAND, WI – The Lakeshore College Foundation awarded $367,851 in scholarships to 332 students during its fall scholarship cycle. Sixty-three percent of them were awarded as full tuition scholarships, leaving recipients with no tuition bill for the academic year. “What makes this scholarship cycle extraordinary is the number of students we assisted and how our community showed up for
College, Candy, & Costumes Returns to Lakeshore College
CLEVELAND, WI – Lakeshore area families are invited to College, Candy, & Costumes, a free Halloween celebration taking place Saturday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m. to noon, on Lakeshore College’s Cleveland campus, in the Nierode building. The fourth annual event offers trick-or-treating, pumpkin painting, popcorn and sipping on some delicious apple cider. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Families are asked to bring their own trick-or-treat bags. Representatives will be available to answer questions
Record Halloween shopping for 2025, Goodwill NCW has options to stay on budget
Wisconsin - Early Halloween shopping continues to be a trend and prices are top of mind for consumers. However, shoppers do not have to let spending numbers frighten away their fun as buying secondhand at all Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (NCW) stores can keep them on budget. According to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, 49% of those surveyed began their shopping in September. The study estimates consumer spending on Halloween-related items
Historical Society launches Online Digital Collection with CatalogIT CMS
Manitowoc County Historical Society digitally converts its collections data using CatalogIT Collections Management System New system allows the Manitowoc County Historical Society to efficiently manage, protect and share its collections The Manitowoc County Historical Society announces it's new online digital collection with CatalogIt for Archives Month in October. The Manitowoc County Historical Society has successfully converted its collections data to the CatalogIt digital
Ascend Services Joins Broad Effort to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2025
Ascend Services Joins Broad Effort to Observe National Disability Employment Awareness MonthNationwide campaign takes place each OctoberManitowoc WI., October 3, 2025 - Ascend Services today announced it is joining the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy in recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month, an annual awareness campaign that takes place each October. The purpose of National Disability Employment Awareness Month is to educate about disability employment
Goodwill NCW’s annual gala inspires community 2025
GREEN BAY –Often the site of amazing comebacks, stories of perseverance were on display yesterday, October 1, as Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (Goodwill NCW) held their annual Goodwill Starts With You! Gala event. Community leaders from across the region were invited to the Atrium at Lambeau Field to hear accounts of those whose lives have been and are being transformed throughout north central Wisconsin through Goodwill NCW’s mission.Along with sharing data illustrating the impact made in the
A recent event demonstrates the critical importance of including a Call To Action (CTA) in marketing
MANITOWOC, Wisconsin — A recent event demonstrates the critical importance of including a Call To Action (CTA) in marketing materials. A local business planned a community event and created its own flyers and social media ads to save costs. While the materials looked appealing, they lacked a clear CTA asking attendees to register or confirm. With no way to measure interest or turnout, the event had to be postponed. After facing these challenges, the business turned to
The Forst Inn Arts Collective presents the Agatha Christie thriller, And Then There Were None
The Forst Inn Arts Collective presents the Agatha Christie thriller, And Then There Were None, from October 4 - 19 at The Forst Inn in Tisch Mills. Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None is the ultimate murder mystery—a tense, edge-of-your-seat thriller that has captivated audiences for generations. Ten strangers are summoned to a remote island under mysterious circumstances, each lured by a different pretense. As the guests settle in, a chilling voice accuses each of them of a terrible crime. When
NRC Authorizes NextEra Energy's Point Beach Nuclear Plant to Operate for Another 20 Years
TWO RIVERS, WI – The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has approved subsequent license renewal for Point Beach Nuclear Plant Units 1 and 2, extending operations through 2050 and 2053, respectively. Following a rigorous multi-year application process, this milestone approval ensures Wisconsin’s only remaining nuclear plant will continue to power the state for the next three decades."This approval ensures that Wisconsin’s only remaining nuclear plant will continue to provide safe, reliable, low-cost
At the Manitowoc County Historical Society in October: Spirited History, Trick or Treat, and Tavern
Here's what is happening at the Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, in October: Highlights from the Collection - Members Only: Wednesday, October 8 at 11 am and 6 pm; Join MCHS for a 1-hour behind-the-scenes look on rarely seen items from the extensive collection of our local history. Delight in viewing unique objects seldom seen by the public and learn about their fascinating histories. Advanced registration is required.Spirited History Lantern
Manitowoc Public Library Youth Services October 2025 Programs
Manitowoc, WI, September 18, 2025—Manitowoc Public Library’s October 2025 Children’s Programs are scheduled with the following events and dates: Baby Storytime Wednesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AMBaby Storytime is 20 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, bounces, parachute activities, and bubbles, followed by 20 minutes of playtime! Baby Storytime is recommended for developmental ages 0-2 and siblings are always welcome. All Library storytimes
Manitowoc Public Library Teen Services October 2025 Events
Manitowoc, WI, September 18, 2025—Manitowoc Public Library’s Teen Services October 2025 programming is scheduled with the following events and dates: Teen Shelf Care Subscription BoxesSign-Up from Wednesday, October 1 through Wednesday, October 15Teens! Ready to explore the shelves of Manitowoc Public Library? Everyone between the ages of 11 and 18 are invited to sign up for our new Shelf Care subscription boxes from October 1 through October 15! These boxes will take you on an adventure through MPL’s
Manitowoc Public Library October 2025 Adult Events
Manitowoc, WI, September 18, 2025—Manitowoc Public Library’s October 2025 Adult Events are scheduled on the following dates and times. Drop-In Chess Club @ MPL Wednesday, October 1, 6-7:30 PMWant to improve your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Make a smart move and join us for Drop-In Chess Club at Manitowoc Public Library’s Second Floor Balkansky Community Room from 6-7:30 PM on Wednesday, October 1! The game of chess offers many brainy benefits—and it's just fun!
Manitowoc Sunrise Rotary Contributes to the Community
In the last 12 months, Manitowoc Sunrise Rotary has donated over $15,000 to local charitable groups in our community. This brings the total amount of their contributions to Manitowoc Community to $335,000 over the last 35 years. Local members work various projects and money earned is carefully given to local organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club, Kan Cool for School, Lakeshore Foster Families and Friends and this year over $2,000 in gifts to the Hope House. “We are committed to providing support
Manitowoc County Historical Society promotes Fall Hours
The Manitowoc County Historical Society, an outdoor living history museum located at 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, invites guests to visit during the fall season. Fall hours for the museum take place in the month of October. During fall season hours, the McAllister House Welcome Center and the historic structures of Pinecrest Village are open Fridays and Saturdays from 10am until 4pm. General admission is $15 for adults, $13 for seniors, $10 for youth 4-17,
: Historical Society holds Neighbors Free Weekend on October 17 and 18
The Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village will hold a Neighbors Free Weekend on October 17 and 18 at the museum, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc. The weekend offers FREE admission to residents of Manitowoc County!Neighbors Free Weekend is a way of acknowledging Museum neighbors and strengthening knowledge of our local history. Join us for a stroll through the Historic Village and discover the stories of our past.To receive free admission, neighbors need only present a driver’s
Historic tavern tales is the theme of Historical Society's Hungry for History series program
The Manitowoc County Historical Society will present a Hungry for History series program about historic tavern stories on Wednesday, October 22 at 5 pm at Branch Station, 8112 Village Drive in Whitelaw. The lecture style program will take place at 5 pm with a meal to follow. During the presentation, "Tavern Tales of the Old Northwest", guests will follow along as we share unusual, curious, and fascinating stories of early taverns in Manitowoc County and nearby communities. A Hungry for History
Amanda Weber named to “Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch” list
CLEVELAND, WI – Lakeshore College Culinary Arts Program Coordinator/Instructor Amanda Weber has been named one of the “Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch” by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association. According to the association, the award launched in 2024 to celebrate women who are breaking ground across all sectors of Wisconsin’s vibrant and diverse hospitality industry. Nominees were judged on criteria including ability to inspire and positively influence others, exemplary work, leadership, character,
