Manitowoc Public Library Youth Services November 2025 Programs
Best Gift Ever Book Drive @ Manitowoc Public LibraryMonday, November 3 through Friday, December 5Help build a lifetime of reading enjoyment by giving the gift of reading! Manitowoc Public Library is running our "Best Gift Ever" campaign to collect new children's books for local families in need. From November 3 through December 5, you can donate new, unwrapped books by placing them in the donation box near the First Floor Service Desk. All book donations will be given to three local nonprofits for
Manitowoc Public Library Teen Services November 2025 Events
Manitowoc, WI, October 14, 2025—Manitowoc Public Library’s Teen Services November 2025 programming is scheduled with the following events and dates: Teen Shelf Care Subscription BoxesSign-Up from Saturday, November 1 through Saturday, November 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 November 1 through November 15! These boxes will take you on an adventure through MPL’s
Manitowoc Public Library November 2025 Adult Events
Manitowoc, WI, October 14, 2025—Manitowoc Public Library’s November 2025 Adult Events are scheduled on the following dates and times. Best Gift Ever Book Drive @ Manitowoc Public LibraryMonday, November 3 through Friday, December 5Help build a lifetime of reading enjoyment by giving the gift of reading! Manitowoc Public Library is running our "Best Gift Ever" campaign to collect new children's books for local families in need. From November 3 through December 5, you can donate new, unwrapped books by
Maritime Archaeology and shipwrecks are the theme of Historical Society's Hungry for History series
The Manitowoc County Historical Society will present a Hungry for History series program about maritime archaeology on Wednesday, November 12 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. "Maritime Archaeology and Shipwrecks of Manitowoc County" will be presented Caitlin Zant, WSCNMS Research Coordinator and Maritime Archaeologist. Designated in 2021, Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary
Matt Longmeyer Promoted to Chief Information Officer at Bank First
MANITOWOC, WI, October 24, 2025 – Tim McFarlane, President at Bank First (NASDAQ: BFC), is pleased to announce the promotion of Matt Longmeyer to Chief Information Officer. Matt joined the Bank in 2013 as an Information Technology Intern and quickly demonstrated his technical skill and leadership ability. After becoming a full-time Information Technology Specialist in 2014, he advanced through several roles, most recently Senior Vice President – Technology Director. In recent years, Matt has played a key
Historical Society prepares for winter at historical village with Holiday Open House on November 15
The Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will hold a Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 15 from 11 am to 3 pm. Get into the holiday spirit when you visit our historic structures of Pinecrest Village! Prepare for winter yourself by taking part in a special Create-Connect workshop, help townspeople get into the holiday spirit, and shop the Museum Store. It’s the perfect family activity to kick off the holiday season! Stroll
Winter Hours at the Manitowoc County Historical Society
The Manitowoc County Historical Society, an outdoor living history museum located at 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, invites guests to visit during the Winter season. Winter hours for the museum take place from November 1 through November 30 and January 1 through April 30. The McAllister House Welcome Center and Pinecrest Historical Village are closed for the month of December except for specialty programing. During the Winter season, the McAllister House Welcome Center is open
Holiday blacksmithing and mitten making workshops set at Historical Society
The Manitowoc County Historical Society Museum and Pinecrest Village, 924 Pinecrest Road in Manitowoc, will hold a two winter themed workshops on November 15, as part of the Holiday Open House. From noon to 3 pm, registrants can take part in:Holiday Blacksmithing: Students will have the opportunity to make a candy cane in the blacksmith shop.Winter Mittens: Hand work a lovely pair of mittens like it is the 1890s. Explore hand sewing and needle work as we piece together a wonderful pair of late 19th century
Roncalli High School presents the Broadway Classic “Bye Bye Birdie”
MANITOWOC, Wis., ‑ The students of Roncalli High School’s theatre department are thrilled to present the high-energy, crowd-pleasing musical comedy favorite “Bye Bye Birdie”. This Broadway Classic is based on the book written by Michael Stewart, with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Lee Adams, and originally produced by Edward Padula. Set in 1958 America, the story follows teen-idol Conrad Birdie—drafted into the U.S. Army—and the uproar that ensues when his manager, Albert Peterson, and devoted
Trivia Night Opens Democracy Discussions Across Generations
November 5, 2025, 6 to 8:00 PM, Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA Vote with Grands, intergenerational discussions on democracy, will kick off Wednesday, November 5, 6 to 8:00 PM, with a Trivia Night at the Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA. The Vote with Grands campaign aims to encourage voter registration and civic participation among younger voters through dialogue between generations. “Grands” includes grandparents, parents, grandkids, and all those connected intergenerationally or seeking such connections. The
Ascend Services, Inc. and Time Out Hosting “Give Back Monday” Fundraiser
Manitowoc WI., October 23, 2025 -Ascend Services is partnering with Time Out Sports Bar and Grill for a fundraising event.The “Give Back Monday” fundraising event is Monday, November 3 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to raise money and awareness for Ascend Services. Ascend team members will be on-site to greet guests, share our mission, and answer any questions about the impactful work we do in the community.Ascend Services Executive Director Deanna Genske says, “We are deeply grateful to our local restaurants
The Forst Inn Arts Collective presents the classic Sondheim musical, Sweeney Todd, from November
The Forst Inn Arts Collective presents the classic Sondheim musical, Sweeney Todd, from November 1 - 23 at The Forst Inn in Tisch Mills. Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street is a darkly thrilling musical by Stephen Sondheim that blends razor-sharp wit with chilling suspense. Set in Victorian London, it tells the tale of Sweeney Todd, a barber who returns from exile to seek vengeance against the corrupt judge who destroyed his life. With the help of the resourceful and twisted Mrs. Lovett—whose
United Way to Host Story Time Event to Support the Dolly Parton Imagination Library
United Way Manitowoc County: Join us for a morning of story time, creativity, and community! On Saturday, November 8 from 10:30–Noon, bring your little ones to The Nook in Manitowoc for a special reading and signing of “Bob’s Birthday Blobs” with local author Naomi Raddatz. Kids can enjoy a fun art project inspired by the book, and every book purchase helps support early childhood literacy through United Way’s Dolly Parton Imagination Library. United Way and Women United reps will be on hand to share more
Fox Communities Credit Union Welcomes Dan Grawe – Vice President of Member Experience Optimization
APPLETON, Wis. (October 22, 2025) – Dan Grawe has joined Fox Communities Credit Union as their new VP of Member Experience Optimization. This newly created position will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight to our member support center and will champion creating lasting member experiences while serving as the lead for key experience technologies. Grawe has significant experience in both call centers and customer relationship management (CRM) and joins Fox with a unique skillset and
Fox Communities Credit Union Announces Maryland Coleman as Assistant Vice President of Consumer Lend
APPLETON, Wis. (October 22, 2025) – Fox Communities Credit Union has promoted Assistant Vice President of Consumer Lending. Coleman started at Fox as AVP of Credit Card Lending. As AVP of Consumer Lending, Coleman will be responsible for assisting in the strategic planning, development, implementation and monitoring of activities and services offered relating to the consumer lending portfolio. This role focuses on driving product growth, enhancing lending team members performance and leading a centralized
Fox Communities Credit Union Welcomes Teriann Van Sistine as Vice President of Operations
APPLETON, Wis. (October 1, 2025) – Teriann Van Sistine has joined Fox Communities Credit Union as their new Vice President of Operations. The Vice President of Operations will lead Fox’s Member Payment Systems (cards & payment teams), Quality Control, Retail Resource & Deposit Quality Assurance, and ATM Operations teams to optimize our operational functions. Van Sistine will partner closely with the member experience team to ensure the efficient delivery of high-quality financial services, while driving
Hunger Coalition of Manitowoc County Receives Corteva Betterment Grant to Fuel ''Harvest of the Month'' Initiative
The Hunger Coalition of Manitowoc County has received a generous Betterment Grant from Corteva Agriscience on behalf of Forest Brook Seeds, a significant investment that will directly support the Coalition’s Harvest of the Month (HOM) initiative.Forest Brook Seeds representatives presented the grant check at Grow It Forward, underscoring a shared commitment to improving food access and community health across Manitowoc County.The grant funding will be immediately put to use to advance the Coalition's
Lakeshore College hosting “Program Showcase: Public Safety”
CLEVELAND, WI – Lakeshore College invites anyone interested in a public safety career to learn about program options during its “Program Showcase: Public Safety” event set for Nov. 12, 1-5 p.m., on its Cleveland campus. Activities will include facility tours, demonstrations of crime scene investigations and traffic stops, and fire engine tours. Faculty will be available to answer questions about programs. Staff will also be available to answer questions about academic, financial and personal resources,
Felician Village to Host Craft and Vendor Fair 2025
MANITOWOC, Wis. (October 21, 2025) – Felician Village will host a Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 8th from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at 1635 S. 21st Street, Manitowoc. This FREE event is open to the public. Get your holiday shopping started or finished by visiting the 30 vendor booths. Santa will be stopping by for a visit along with face painting and live music from 10 a.m to 12 p.m. The Village Café will also be open for grab n’ go meal options and holiday-inspired treats. For more information,
Lakeshore Big Band Dinner Concert
Get ready for an evening filled with lively music and delicious food at Knox Silver Valley Bar & Banquet Hall. Join us for a night of swing, jazz, and dancing as Paul Sucherman & the Lakeshore Big Band take the stage along with our favorite vocalist Kim Hofmann. Indulge in a scrumptious dinner while tapping your feet to the beat to Benny Goodman's “Let's Dance,” Henry Mancini's “Moon River” and of course Glenn Miller's classic, “In the Mood!” Don't miss out on this fantastic event - it's going to be a night
Future 15 Winners Announcement
MANITOWOC, WI (10/16/2025) - The Chamber of Manitowoc County is pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s Future 15 awards. The Future 15 awards are presented to 15 young professionals in Manitowoc County who have given back to the community, shown leadership, and helped in many ways to make the area a great place to live and work. This year’s winners are: Lauren Daun, Felician Village Claudia Fischer, Manitowoc Public School District Steven Haensgen, Shoreline Hometown Credit Union Kali
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
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
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
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
