Tuesday Tidbits - October 28, 2025

The 14th annual Lights in Lincoln Park will be here soon, and sponsorship opportunities are going fast! Each year individuals, families, businesses & organizations sponsor one of our beautiful light displays. In turn, sponsors are recognized with an illuminated sign near their display, in the event program, on our website, and in social media posts. With 10,000+ visitors in the course of 5 weeks, sponsoring the light show is a great way to honor a loved one, effectively market your business, and is a wonderful way to support the zoo! We have a limited number of light displays still available with a range of pricing options. For more information, please contact Andy at lpzscoordinator@gmail.com or (920)686-6505. 

Roncalli High School: Roncalli’s talented student performers bring the classic musical comedy "Bye Bye Birdie" to life November 13th–15th at 7:00pm and November 16th at 2:00pm in the Zimmer Auditorium at Roncalli High School’s Fine Arts Center. Enjoy this high-energy, nostalgic favorite filled with laughter, music, and heart! Tickets: $15 adults | $10 seniors (65+) | $5 students (ages 5–18) | Roncalli students free with ID. 2000 Mirro Drive, Manitowoc | roncallicatholicschools.org.

Pink Heals Manitowoc County Trap Shoot - Manitowoc Gun Club, 3112 Clover Rd., Saturday, November 8th, 9:00am–3:00pm. $30 to shoot, $5 to Pink Heals, $5 Lewis Purse, 50 targets at 16 yards, 60/40 payout. Support a great cause! Pink Heals helps men, women & children in Manitowoc County currently battling any type of cancer.

Felician Village will host a Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 8th from 8:00am – 2:00pm 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 10:00am to 12:00pm. The Village Café will also be open for grab ’n’ go meal options and holiday inspired treats. For more information visit www.felicianvillage.org.

Manitowoc Public Library: Everyone has a story to tell! Why not tell your spookiest one at “Tales from the Taproom 4: A Scary StorySlam for Adults (21+) at PetSkull Brewery,” haunting the Taproom on Thursday, October 30th, from 6:00pm-8:00pm? No props, no notes. Just five minutes and a creepy true story. Presented in partnership with MPL and sponsored by Seehafer News, this installment’s theme is "What Was That?!?" Any unsettling tale you feel comfortable telling that gave you the heebie-jeebies! See you at PetSkull—IF YOU DARE!!!

ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital Lakeshore: Join us for the Grand Opening of ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital Lakeshore on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, from 4:00–6:00pm at 1330 Willow Way, Cleveland, WI. Tour our state-of-the-art hospital, meet our compassionate and experienced staff, enjoy refreshments, and connect with community members. Be part of our ribbon-cutting celebration! RSVP to Jennifer Loyas at JLoyas@ClearSkyHealth.com.

Two Rivers Optimist Club: Join us for a Friday Fish Fry supporting youth activities in Two Rivers on Friday, November 7th, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Westshore Sportsman’s Club, 11269 Lakeshore Drive, Two Rivers. Enjoy perch, cod, or chicken strip plates with coleslaw, rye bread, your choice of French fries or potato salad, and delicious homemade desserts. Carry-out orders are available by calling (920)755-2014. 50/50 and basket raffles will also be available for purchase.

United Way Manitowoc County: Join us for a morning of story time, creativity, and community! On Saturday, November 8th from 10:30am–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 about the program. Guests can enter to win one of three books—and The Nook is giving away a free drink in a separate drawing!

Two Rivers High School presents Anything Goes on November 14th and 15th at 7:00pm, and November 16th at 2:00pm. Tickets are available online at our.show/trhs-ag or at the door. Support the theater department by placing an ad in our program! Click Here for ad sizes, pricing, and to purchase space. All ads are due by October 31st to ensure printing. For questions or to send ad images, email: shannon.meulbroek@trschools.k12.wi.us. Don’t miss this exciting musical!

Ascend Services is partnering with Time Out Sports Bar and Grill for a fundraising event. The “Give Back Monday” fundraising event is Monday, November 3rd from 4:00pm to 8:00pm 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. Please join us at Time Out Sports Bar and Grill for this wonderful opportunity!

Lester Public Library: Tonight at 6:00pm: Estate planning with attorney Tracy Gibson. Wednesday 9:00am-noon and 3:00pm-6:00pm: Developmental screening for children two months to five years old (appointment required). 6:00pm Thursday, November 6th: Two Rivers Rising: How Industry Shaped a Community (1837–1860). Historian Alan Wambold discusses how Two Rivers grew from a tiny sawmill and fishing outpost into a thriving village of more than a thousand. Meet the people, industries, and local resources that powered its early growth and helped it survive major hardships. 

Lakeshore Wind Ensemble Association: Lakeshore Big Band - Let’s Dance!! Conductor Paul Sucherman. Dinner & Dance at Knox’s Silver Valley, Friday, November 7th at 6:30pm. Enjoy an intimate evening with dinner and the Big Band concert complete with a dance floor to enjoy swaying with your partner to Benny Goodman’s “Let’s Dance,” Henry Mancini’s “Moon River,” and of course Glenn Miller’s classic “In the Mood!”  Tickets can be purchased online at Eventbrite and are not part of the season ticket package.

League Womens Voters Manitowoc County: Vote with Grands, intergenerational discussions on democracy, will kick off Wednesday, November 5th, 6:00pm to 8:00pm, with a Trivia Night at the Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA. The 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 Trivia Night and future events are sponsored by the League of Women Voters – Manitowoc County, a non-partisan organization focusing on voter education. Trivia Night is open to the public and no registration is required. Snacks will be provided.

The Chamber of Manitowoc County’s Awards of Distinction nomination period is closing soon! Help us recognize businesses, organizations, and individuals making a positive impact in Manitowoc County. Submit your nominations by this Friday, October 31st in categories like Athena, Education Impact, Non-Profit, Small, Medium, or Large Business of the Year, and more. Click Here to nominate as many places and people as you'd like using the online form. Winners will be honored at the Awards of Distinction on February 12th at the Capitol Civic Centre. Sponsorships are also available—contact Abbey at abbey@chambermanitowoccounty.org or (920) 684-5575 to learn more!

Mindful Moment: Join The Chamber’s Safety, Health & Wellness Committee on Thursday, November 6th, from 7:15–11:45am at Orion Energy Systems for the “2025 Safety, Health & Wellness Symposium”. Hear from expert speakers including Dan Allen of Lakeside Foods and Troy Munson of Mercury Marine, covering “Creating a Safety Culture in Industry”, “Voluntary Protection Programs Overview”, and a “Panel Discussion”. Enjoy a light breakfast, connect with fellow attendees and speakers, and engage in meaningful Q&A opportunities. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical resources to strengthen your workplace health and safety. Click Here to register.

Wisconsin Maritime Museum: Join us this Thursday at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum for the inaugural Business Breakfast Series—an energizing morning of ideas, insight, and connection. Starting at 7:30am, enjoy breakfast and hear from Tim Dittloff, WMM’s Director of Development and founder of Full Sail Leadership Academy. A Coast Guard Captain and certified leadership trainer, Tim helps leaders engage teams and unlock potential through his Teams on Course® coaching. Corporate members receive two complimentary tickets. Fuel your growth and start your day inspired!

Lakeshore College: QuickBooks Online is the go-to accounting software for small and mid-sized businesses. Lakeshore College’s ed2go QuickBooks Online Series offers 48 hours of flexible, instructor-moderated online learning at your own pace for $280. Gain hands-on experience with invoicing, inventory, reports, budgeting and more—perfect for building both foundational and intermediate accounting skills. Get started today! Visit lakeshore.edu/ed2go.

University of Wisconsin-Green Bay: Now Open: Join us on Wednesday, November 12th at the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay for the Internship Excellence Lab, a full-day, SHRM-accredited workshop designed to help organizations across industries design or improve internship programs. Led by national expert Christine Barkley of Internology, this engaging experience includes peer learning, a custom Internship Blueprint Workbook, and tools you can implement immediately. 🎓 6 SHRM CE credits included | 🍽️ Breakfast and lunch provided💲 $249 (for-profit) | $199 (nonprofit/government)🔗Register Here Today.

Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA: Our Fall 2 program offerings are NOW AVAILABLE at https://www.mtrymca.org/program-guide and member registration is OPEN. Registration for nonmembers opens on October 29th. Fall 2 starts November 2nd!

Balanza Cargo provides reliable 24/7 cargo van service for individuals, businesses, and organizations. We move anything, large or small, up to 3,000 lbs., guaranteed right day or night. Whether it’s across town, across the state, or a little farther, we’re available anytime, anywhere. Our team is fully licensed and insured, committed to getting your items where they need to be, on time. Chamber Members are also eligible for exclusive discounts! Call (786) 695-5560 or email andrestonqui3011@gmail.com to schedule service or request a quote.

Aurora Health Care: Sheridan Specht, NP Family Medicine. Aurora Health Care- Family Medicine, 4100 Dewey St. Manitowoc, WI 54220 Office: (920)686-5700 Fax: (920)686-7182. Clinical Expertise: Preventative Care, Well Child Visits, Medicare Wellness Visits, Chronic Disease Management, Acute Illness Care, Same Day Visits. About Me: I'm committed to holistic care by truly listening to my patients and helping them reach their goals by offering guidance rooted in evidence-based practice. Building trusting relationships with my patients is at the heart of my practice. Education: University of Wisconsin Oshkosh – Doctor of Nursing Practice, Bellin College of Nursing – Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Board Certification(s) American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Visit aurorahealthcare.org to learn more. To schedule an appointment, call (920)686-5700.

Gellings Roofing and Siding: The fall rainy season is here, which means your roof and gutters are working overtime! Heavy rain can expose weak spots, loose shingles, or clogged gutters that cause water to back up into your home. Now is the perfect time to check for leaks, clean your gutters, and have gutter guard installed to make sure your home is ready before winter sets in. Call Gellings Roofing & Siding today to keep your home safe and ready! (920) 693-2240

Bump and Beyond Family Wellness: Crunchy leaves, busier schedules, and cold-season

germs... fall brings change, and your family’s health matters more than ever. At Bump and 

Beyond Family Wellness, we care for pregnant moms, newborns, kids, and families with 

gentle, specific chiropractic adjustments. Whether you're easing pregnancy aches, supporting your child’s development, or staying ahead of seasonal stress, we’ve got you covered. Book a visit this fall and help your family feel their best naturally! www.bumpandbeyondwi.com.

The Safety Health and Wellness Committee: Know your workplace noise levels! If you or your fellow co-workers are hearing ringing in the ears, must shout to be heard an arm’s length away or experience temporary hearing loss when leaving work, noise levels may be a problem in your workplace. OSHA requires employers to know when noise exposure is over 85 decibels averaged over 8 working hours or an 8-hour-time weighted average (TWA). Take the noise decibel reading, map where the level measurement was taken and record them annually in your workplace.

Froedtert Holy Family Memorial Hospital: During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we encourage women to schedule a mammogram. Early detection allows for more treatment options and increases chances for survival. Learn more or schedule a mammogram online at HFMhealth.org/mammogram.

Meyers Design, Inc: Offering professional graphic design services including website design, logo creation, advertising, brochures, flyers, posters, exhibits, catalogs, newsletters, and more. Let us know how we can assist you with your product/services and goals? Visit MeyersDesignInc.com and let’s talk.

Manitowoc County Kennel Club: Are you interested in becoming a member? MCKC is the only club in the U.S. which offers all three facets of the AKC dog world - Obedience, Conformation, and Field. We also offer Agility, Rally, K9 Nose Work, and Tracking. Membership benefits include discounts on classes as well as use of grounds, facilities, and equipment. Our training facilities include an enclosed building and one acre fenced-in area for play or training on the north side of Manitowoc. We also have 180 acres of land with 4 training ponds located three miles west of Valders along the Manitowoc River. See a member to join!

Aurora Health Care Manitowoc County:

Aurora Vision Center: $75 off complete eyeglasses. (Some restrictions apply) This offer cannot be combined with insurance, coupons, previous purchases, and other discounts.

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