Two Rivers' Snowfest July 28-30 brings headliners Blessid Union of Souls, and more news in weekly dose
MANITOWOC - Multi-platinum recording artists Blessid Union of Souls will headline the music lineup July 29 as part of Snowfest 2023, which runs July 28-30 at Neshotah Park, 2111 Pierce St., Two Rivers.
Since the 1995 launch of its album “Home,” the band has had eight Top 40 hits as well as performing in all 50 states and internationally as well. Songs such as “I Believe,” “Hey Leonardo” and “Brother, My Brother” are just some of the band’s hits.
The music and fun kick off at Snowfest July 28 with Bacchus Lotus, The High Rollers and headliners Bad Habitz closing out the day. Kids’ games, a demonstration from Lincoln Park Zoo, food trucks and fun fill out the day.
July 29 starts with the 11 a.m. parade in Two Rivers featuring 39 different units and, of course, snow! The fun in the park starts with kids’ performances by Strategic as well as the Lakeshore Tae Kwon Do team. A giveaway for kids is planned for 1:30 p.m. that day with a touch-a-truck event to follow. The music starts with Good Morning Bedlam, followed by Shelly Mack and the ReUnion. The Nix, including Two Rivers’ own Jon Stangel, will take the stage before handing the rest of the night over to Blessid Union of Souls.
Snowfest closes on July 30 with Daryl Rogers bringing his magical stylings to the stage before handing off to local favorites Thy Dirty Deuce with Stephen Cooper and the Nobody Famous bringing their original blues and rock and roll to the stage.
Snowfest 2023 will feature seven different food trucks with a variety of food, a vendor fair both July 29 and 30, and entertainment for kids throughout the weekend. New this year is a cornhole tournament on July 30 and mainstage kids’ performances.
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Garden Crawl to benefit Van der Brohe Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary
A Garden Crawl to benefit Van der Brohe Arboretum & Bird Sanctuary will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Aug. 26 at 3800 N. Lincoln Ave. (State 42) in Two Rivers.
Have a glass of wine and light appetizers as you stroll the grounds of the arboretum. Refreshments will be available at each of the nine Franciscan Gardens on the grounds. Groomed gravel paths facilitate a meander to each location.
Music by Manitowoc Symphony musicians will be provided. Attendees should park and enter at the main entrance off Lincoln Avenue.
Door prizes will include two tickets to the Packers vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers game Dec. 17; one case of “Garden Crawl” wine selections; and a large river birch tree planted by Kulpa’s Tree Service.
Admission is $30 per person, cash or check only accepted at the entrance. The admission fee includes two glasses of wine (or four tastes) and appetizers. Additional drink tickets are available for purchase.
People can also get tickets in advance at either Renee’s Chocolates and Specialties, 2716 Memorial Drive, Two Rivers, or Two Rivers Main Street, 1608 Washington St., Two Rivers.
Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline earns national recognition
Fresh off hosting The Big Seafood Festival in Manitowoc, Big Brothers Big Sisters WI Shoreline is celebrating national recognition for its work.
BBBSWIS was recently recognized as a 2023 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Quality Award winner.
Out of 225 Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies across the country, the WI Shoreline affiliate is one of 30 organizations to receive this top honor.
To be considered for the award, agencies must meet minimum requirements of children served, revenue raised and achieve a community-based program with a 12-month retention rate of 74%. BBBWIS far exceeded these metrics, reaching 79% for 12-month retention, a news release said.
The agency reported 165 children are waiting to be matched with a mentor.
“Being recognized for the Quality Award by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is such a validating accomplishment,” said Denise Wittstock, CEO of BBBS WI Shoreline, in a news release. “The work the WI Shoreline team puts in day after day has led to our agency exceeding national standards in various programmatic goals and revenue targets. We may be a small market, but we’re achieving things only a few dozen other agencies in our federation were able to achieve.”
Wittstock was selected to serve on the Nationwide Leadership Council, the link between BBBSA and all of its agencies. She is one of 10 CEOs selected for the honor, and will represent the Midwest Region, acting as co-chairperson of the National Marketing Committee.
Upcoming events are a golf event, “Fore Kids Sake,” Aug. 8, and a tasting of exciting dishes from competing local chefs at “Chowdown” Sept. 9.
Scott Bohman Memorial Trek the Creek 5K will be Sept. 9
The Scott Bohman Memorial Trek the Creek 5K run and family walk is set for Sept. 9.
The run/walk will start at 9 a.m. at Pla-Mor Park, 314 Oakwood Drive, Francis Creek. Awards will be given to the top five finishers. Refreshments, a bucket raffle and fun for the whole family will be included.
People can register online at www.raceentry.com/races/trek-the-creek-5k/2023/register. Proceeds benefit Pink Heals of Manitowoc County, Mishicot Snack Pack Program, and the Francis Creek Lions projects, first responders and fire department.
For more details, email FrancisCreekLions@gmail.com.
Chordsmen seek Harmony Award nominees
The Clipper City Chordsmen is accepting nominations for the 2023 Harmony Award. The award will be given to a special person or group who have created harmony in Manitowoc County through service to others.
According to a news release, the award provides a chance to recognize and thank the people who have provided "a bit more harmony" in the world.
The Harmony Award will be presented to the recipient at the Chordsmen’s annual Christmas Show at 3 p.m. Dec. 9 at Endries Hall at Manitowoc Holy Family Conservatory, 6751 Calumet Ave., the former campus of Holy Family College.
Citizens are urged to nominate someone from Manitowoc County who has made a special effort to make the community and world a better place to live. A brief outline or letter identifying the nominee’s service activities should be sent to: Alan Boeldt at aboeldt323@gmail.com or 2122 Granger Road in Manitowoc, WI 54220. The nomination should be received by Nov. 4.
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