Community Calendar for 4/22/19 to 4/29/19

*Community Events*

Antigo Area Community Food Pantry April 24^th11am-1pm (Wednesdays) & April 26^th 1pm-3pm (Fridays), 2120 Progress Blvd., Antigo (715) 623-1103. Our monthly donation focus for the month of April is baby needs and supplies.

Elcho Area Community Food Pantry April 22^nd & April 29^th 10:30am-12:30pm (Mon.), April 24^th 4-6pm (Wed.), 11224 Antigo St., Elcho. Call (715) 610-5886 for more information.

Mahjong at the Langlade County Senior Center April 22^nd 1-3pm Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo. Come and learn how to play. For more information, please call 715-627-6632.

Coffee Klatch for Seniors April 23^rd & April  25^th (Every Tues. & Thur.) 9-11am Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo. Come and enjoy some coffee and conversation with others. For more information, please call 715-627-6632.

Strong Bones with Kathy April 23^rd & April  25^th (Every Tues. & Thur.) 9-10am Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo. Strong Bones is an ongoing strength training program designed to help adults become or stay fit, strong & healthy. Individuals will improve muscle strength, bone density, self-confidence, sleep and vitality. Also, participants have shown a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression & obesity. Classes are offered for an hour, twice a week.  Pre-register by calling the Aging and Disability Resource Center at 715-627-6232.

What Happens After The Paychecks Stop? - Financial Planning Series April 23^rd 6-8pm Northcentral Technical College, 312 Forrest Ave., Antigo. Examine how to budget for retirement expenses, potential sources of retirement income and potential risks such as LTC and health care costs. The cost of the class is $5. For more information, please call 715-623-7601.

Blood Pressure Clinic April 24^th 9am-Noon Antigo Fire Department, 700 Edison St., Antigo. For more information, please call Lisa Vollmar at 715-350-7315.

Preschool Story Time April 24^th 10:30-11:30am Antigo Public Library, 617 Clermont St., Antigo. Join us for story time at the Antigo Public Library! This is a great way for kids who haven't started school yet to meet & socialize with peers. Every week we'll read 2 or 3 books together as well as doing some songs & movement. We also do a simple craft or coloring page that helps kids develop creativity & motor skills, & occasionally (attendance permitting) other activities such as parachute play. This event is geared towards preschoolers, but older or younger kids are welcome to attend as well.

Bingo at the Langlade Co. Senior Center April 24^th 1-2:30pm Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo.

Immunization Clinic April 24^th 9am-4pm Langlade County Health Department, 1225 Langlade Road, Antigo. The immunization clinic is available to provide childhood immunizations & adult vaccinations. The vaccinations are FREE to children 2 months - 18 years of age if you have Medical Assistance or no insurance. Adult vaccinations are available some with a minimal fee or FREE if you have MC or MA. Contact the Health Department at 715-627-6250 for more information or to see if you are in need of any vaccinations.

Elcho UCC Church Men's Club "German Night" Dinner April 24^th 4-7pm Jack Lamar Memorial/Elcho Community Pavilion, N11283 Dorr St., Elcho. Join us for "German Night" with pork roast and kraut, or sauerbraten and red cabbage, potato, salad bar, dessert, and coffee! Bar open at 4 pm, serving food at 5! Cost $12. All are welcome! For more information, please call Mark Klopfer at 262-720-4856.

The Stone Soup Brothers Gospel Music April 24^th 6-8pm New Horizons United Methodist Church, 400 E. Front St., Wittenberg.

Play & Learn April 25^th 9:30-11am N4013 Hwy. 45, Antigo. Play & Learn is a weekly play group program for parents, caregivers & children from birth to age 5. Staff will provide a parent lesson, an activity for parents & children to do together.  The activity will build skills for school readiness & milestone achievement. Quarterly Ages & Stages questionnaires are made available to parents & caregivers to assist families in helping their children to reach age based development milestones. Join the conversation on Facebook - Northwood’s Family Resource Centers http://www.facebook.com/NorthwoodsFRCN. For more information, please call 715-627-1414.

Cards, Dominoes & Game Playing Program April 25^th (Every Thurs.) 1-4pm Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo. Have you been looking for someone to play cards & games with?  Here is your chance to meet others and share your love for cards, dominoes & games. For more information, please call 715-627-6632.

Caught In The Middle - A Session for Multi-Generational Caregivers April 25^th 4pm Aspirus Langlade Hospital, 112 E. 5^th Ave., Antigo. If you are a multi-generational caregiver, you are invited to join us to learn tips to help you negotiate this new era. The term Sandwich Generation describes the growing segment of adults who simultaneously care for an older adult and their own children. Learn how this added stress might be affecting your own health. Registration is required. To register, visit aspirus.org/AspiringWomen or call 1-800-847-4707 weekdays between 8am and 5:30pm.

Annual Wine, Beer & Cheese Gala April 26^th 7pm WOWSPACE, 114 Vinal St., Wittenberg. Come stroll through our beautiful WOWSPACE with a glass of wine or beer in your hand, perusing a table filled with world renowned, as well as local cheeses, meats and hors d'oeuvres while live music from Jennifer Hesch fills the air.  You will be surrounded by the latest WOW Art Show entitled Artists Free Play VII.  Another fabulous show is expected.  Sponsors for the gala include:  DuPont cheese, Inc., Lisa's Sweet Catering, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Meats, the Main Event, Fabiano Brothers, Wagner Shell Food Market our art partners and volunteers.  Your $25.00 tax deductible advanced  ticket can be purchased now from WOW members, Your Community Shopper, at Ticketbud.com or by calling 715-253-3525., $30.00 at the Door.

Langlade County Ice Age Trail Spring Hike (Tentative) April 27^th 9am-3pm Langlade County Fairgrounds, County Forestry Office, 1633 Neva Rd., Antigo. Hike a portion of the Ice Age National Scenic Trail in Langlade County. Bring a lunch. Meet in front of the Forestry Office at the fairgrounds. Participants are encouraged to wear suitable clothing and bring a lunch. No fee or membership required. For more information, please call Joe Jopek at 715-623-2645.

Spiritual Gifts Workshop April 27^th 9am-12pm St. John’s Catholic Church, 415 6^th Ave., Antigo. Have you ever wondered what God’s plan is for your life? Are you looking for a way to change our community? Then we personally invite you to the Called and Gifted Spiritual Gifts Workshop on 4/27. Come as you are. Please call ahead of time to sign up. No previous knowledge of scripture, God, prayer, etc. is needed. Julianne Stanz from the diocese of Green Bay will be leading all who attend. Each participant receives a Catholic Spiritual Gifts Inventory and a packet of materials, including a detailed outline of the presentation with room for notes. For more information, please contact Father Zach Weber at 715-623-2024.

Spring Juried Art Show:  Artists' Free Play VII April 27^th – May 12^th (Sat.’s & Sun.’s) 11am-3pm.  WOWSPACE, 114 Vinal St., Wittenberg. Please join us at the WOWSPACE for this fabulous show.  Free Play means just that, whatever technique you prefer:  photography, painting, mixed media, printmaking, textiles..... The sky is the limit.  You will be amazed at the creativity and talent of our artists! The show opens during the Wine, Beer and Cheese Gala on April 26^th and then is open to the public weekends through May 12th.

Antigo Gateway Squares April 28^th 2-4:30pm Antigo United Methodist Church, 2034 W. 5^th Ave., Antigo. Dancers range in age from 10 to 70+ with couples, singles, & youth. The club is very active and fun. Callers are: Randy Tans, SQS/Glenn Younger, RDS. This is our Spring Fling with a potluck afterward. For more information, please call Rose Marie at 715-623-2128 or Stacie at 715-598-2907.

*Meetings*

Antigo Rotary Meeting April 22^nd & April 29^th Noon -1pm Swartzendruber's Supper Club, 1315 Forrest Ave., Antigo.

Antigo Public Library Board Meeting April 23^rd 5:30-7pm Antigo Public Library, 617 Clermont St., Antigo.

Hotel/Motel Room Tax Commission Meeting April 24^th 8:30am City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.

Antigo Optimist Club Meeting April 24^th 12-1pm North Star Lanes, 400 Prosser Place, Antigo.

Public Works Committee Meeting April 24^th 5:30pm City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.

Committee of the Whole Meeting April 24^th 6:15pm City Hall, 700 Edison St., Antigo.

*Groups*

Baby & Me Group April 22^nd & April 29^th 1:00pm-2:00pm. Langlade Hospital, 112 East Fifth Avenue, Antigo. Langlade Birthing Center, second floor of the hospital. Facilitator: RN/International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. For more information please call 715-623-9280. No fee.

AA Support Group (Open) April 25^th & April 27^th 7:00pm. Langlade Hospital, 112 East Fifth Avenue, Antigo. Langlade Hospital Conference Room 1022, adjacent to Chapel in the new hospital. Thursdays & Saturdays.

Narcotics Anonymous April 26^th 7:00pm. Langlade Hospital, 112 East Fifth Avenue, Antigo. Langlade Hospital Conference Room 1022, adjacent to Chapel in the Langlade Hospital.

AL-ANON Meeting April 22^nd & April 29^th 1:30pm. Antigo Community Church - Quest Center - Room 1, 723 Deleglise Street, Antigo. Mondays at 1:30pm.

Overeaters Anonymous April 22^nd & April 29^th 7:00pm. St. Mary & Hyacinth Parish Center, Room 4, 819 3rd Avenue, Antigo. Mondays at 7:00pm.

Weight Watchers Meetings April 23^rd 6:45am & 5:30pm United Methodist Church, 2034 5^th Ave., Antigo.

T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Support Group Chapter #950 April 23^rd 4pm Antigo Community Church/School, 723 Deleglise St., Antigo.

T.O.P.S. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Support Group April 25^th 5pm Steffen Memorial Home, 503 5^th Ave., Antigo.

H2O Cardio Classes April 22^nd & April 24^th 9am Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center, 111 Western Ave., Antigo.  H2O Cardio is a 45 minute high intensity water fitness program which will provide cardio & strength training without the strain & pain to muscles & joints. The water, along with the use of resistance equipment, will challenge all aspects of the body & increase your physical fitness level. For more information, please call 715-627-0497.

NEWCOMERS – Nicolet Welcome Service has a FREE WELCOME PACKET filled with gift certificates and brochures from Antigo/Langlade County businesses. For a warm friendly welcome, call Christine at 715-627-2881 or go to www.nicoletwelcome.com.

Langlade County Community Ceramics, a non-profit painting group that meets every Monday and Friday from 9am-Noon at Sts. Mary & Hyacinth, Classroom 8, 819 3rd Ave., Antigo.  Class cost is $3.00, to cover paint and anyone is welcome. We also take art-related field trips four times a year.

Antigo MOPS (Mothers Of Preschoolers), a chapter of an international group that offers encouragement and support to moms of kids ages 0-5. We have relevant and interesting speakers, fun crafts, yummy food and free childcare while we meet. We meet the first and third Tuesday of the month, September to May, at Antigo Community Church (723 Deleglise St.) from 8:15-10:15 am. For more information please see www.facebook.com/antigomops.

Alzheimer’s Support Group April 25^th 1:30-3pm Langlade County Senior Center, 1225 Langlade Rd., Antigo. This Alzheimer’s Association caregiver support group will meet the 4th Thursday of each month. Kathy Boksa is the group’s facilitator. The meeting is open to all area families & caregivers. There is no charge. For more information, please call Kathy at 715-350-4210.