BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families - ECPv6.16.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250809T123000 DTSTAMP:20250626T002246Z CREATED:20250626T002243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T002246Z UID:10010513-1754737200-1754742600@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll Through History: A Docent-Led Tour of Heritage Park DESCRIPTION:Step into the past with Saturday Stroll Through History\, a guided walking tour of Heritage Park at 11:00 AM. The tour begins at the General Store\, where your docent will introduce you to the park’s rich history before leading you through 11 historic buildings—including a one-room schoolhouse\, railroad depot\, barn\, and more—each offering a unique glimpse into life in Portage County’s past. The 90-minute tour concludes with our special exhibit\, Rhythms of the River: The History of Music in Portage County\, which celebrates the songs\, sounds\, and musical traditions that have shaped our community. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local history buff\, this immersive experience offers something for everyone—all included with your ticket. Come stroll with us and discover the rhythms of the past that still echo today. URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/saturday-stroll-through-history-a-docent-led-tour-of-heritage-park/2025-08-09/ LOCATION:Heritage Park – Plover\, 2700 Madison Ave\, Plover\, Wisconsin\, 54467\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library/Museum,Plan Ahead GEO:44.4568871;-89.5409081 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Heritage Park – Plover 2700 Madison Ave Plover Wisconsin 54467 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2700 Madison Ave:geo:-89.5409081,44.4568871 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250808T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008811-1754647200-1754661600@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-08-08/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008810-1754560800-1754575200@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-08-07/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T123000 DTSTAMP:20250626T002246Z CREATED:20250626T002243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T002246Z UID:10010512-1754132400-1754137800@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll Through History: A Docent-Led Tour of Heritage Park DESCRIPTION:Step into the past with Saturday Stroll Through History\, a guided walking tour of Heritage Park at 11:00 AM. The tour begins at the General Store\, where your docent will introduce you to the park’s rich history before leading you through 11 historic buildings—including a one-room schoolhouse\, railroad depot\, barn\, and more—each offering a unique glimpse into life in Portage County’s past. The 90-minute tour concludes with our special exhibit\, Rhythms of the River: The History of Music in Portage County\, which celebrates the songs\, sounds\, and musical traditions that have shaped our community. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local history buff\, this immersive experience offers something for everyone—all included with your ticket. Come stroll with us and discover the rhythms of the past that still echo today. URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/saturday-stroll-through-history-a-docent-led-tour-of-heritage-park/2025-08-02/ LOCATION:Heritage Park – Plover\, 2700 Madison Ave\, Plover\, Wisconsin\, 54467\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library/Museum,Plan Ahead GEO:44.4568871;-89.5409081 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Heritage Park – Plover 2700 Madison Ave Plover Wisconsin 54467 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2700 Madison Ave:geo:-89.5409081,44.4568871 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010590-1754092800-1754179199@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-08-02/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008809-1754042400-1754056800@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-08-01/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008808-1753956000-1753970400@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-07-31/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010589-1753920000-1754006399@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-31/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250729T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010588-1753747200-1753833599@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-29/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010587-1753574400-1753660799@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-27/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250726T123000 DTSTAMP:20250626T002246Z CREATED:20250626T002243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T002246Z UID:10010511-1753527600-1753533000@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll Through History: A Docent-Led Tour of Heritage Park DESCRIPTION:Step into the past with Saturday Stroll Through History\, a guided walking tour of Heritage Park at 11:00 AM. The tour begins at the General Store\, where your docent will introduce you to the park’s rich history before leading you through 11 historic buildings—including a one-room schoolhouse\, railroad depot\, barn\, and more—each offering a unique glimpse into life in Portage County’s past. The 90-minute tour concludes with our special exhibit\, Rhythms of the River: The History of Music in Portage County\, which celebrates the songs\, sounds\, and musical traditions that have shaped our community. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local history buff\, this immersive experience offers something for everyone—all included with your ticket. Come stroll with us and discover the rhythms of the past that still echo today. URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/saturday-stroll-through-history-a-docent-led-tour-of-heritage-park/2025-07-26/ LOCATION:Heritage Park – Plover\, 2700 Madison Ave\, Plover\, Wisconsin\, 54467\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library/Museum,Plan Ahead GEO:44.4568871;-89.5409081 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Heritage Park – Plover 2700 Madison Ave Plover Wisconsin 54467 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2700 Madison Ave:geo:-89.5409081,44.4568871 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008807-1753437600-1753452000@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-07-25/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250725T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010586-1753401600-1753487999@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-25/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008806-1753351200-1753365600@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-07-24/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010585-1753228800-1753315199@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-23/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250721T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010584-1753056000-1753142399@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-21/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T123000 DTSTAMP:20250626T002246Z CREATED:20250626T002243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T002246Z UID:10010510-1752922800-1752928200@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll Through History: A Docent-Led Tour of Heritage Park DESCRIPTION:Step into the past with Saturday Stroll Through History\, a guided walking tour of Heritage Park at 11:00 AM. The tour begins at the General Store\, where your docent will introduce you to the park’s rich history before leading you through 11 historic buildings—including a one-room schoolhouse\, railroad depot\, barn\, and more—each offering a unique glimpse into life in Portage County’s past. The 90-minute tour concludes with our special exhibit\, Rhythms of the River: The History of Music in Portage County\, which celebrates the songs\, sounds\, and musical traditions that have shaped our community. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local history buff\, this immersive experience offers something for everyone—all included with your ticket. Come stroll with us and discover the rhythms of the past that still echo today. URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/saturday-stroll-through-history-a-docent-led-tour-of-heritage-park/2025-07-19/ LOCATION:Heritage Park – Plover\, 2700 Madison Ave\, Plover\, Wisconsin\, 54467\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library/Museum,Plan Ahead GEO:44.4568871;-89.5409081 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Heritage Park – Plover 2700 Madison Ave Plover Wisconsin 54467 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2700 Madison Ave:geo:-89.5409081,44.4568871 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250719T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010583-1752883200-1752969599@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-19/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008805-1752832800-1752847200@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-07-18/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008804-1752746400-1752760800@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-07-17/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010582-1752710400-1752796799@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-17/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010581-1752537600-1752623999@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-15/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010580-1752364800-1752451199@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-13/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250712T123000 DTSTAMP:20250626T002246Z CREATED:20250626T002243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T002246Z UID:10010509-1752318000-1752323400@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:Saturday Stroll Through History: A Docent-Led Tour of Heritage Park DESCRIPTION:Step into the past with Saturday Stroll Through History\, a guided walking tour of Heritage Park at 11:00 AM. The tour begins at the General Store\, where your docent will introduce you to the park’s rich history before leading you through 11 historic buildings—including a one-room schoolhouse\, railroad depot\, barn\, and more—each offering a unique glimpse into life in Portage County’s past. The 90-minute tour concludes with our special exhibit\, Rhythms of the River: The History of Music in Portage County\, which celebrates the songs\, sounds\, and musical traditions that have shaped our community. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a local history buff\, this immersive experience offers something for everyone—all included with your ticket. Come stroll with us and discover the rhythms of the past that still echo today. URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/saturday-stroll-through-history-a-docent-led-tour-of-heritage-park/2025-07-12/ LOCATION:Heritage Park – Plover\, 2700 Madison Ave\, Plover\, Wisconsin\, 54467\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library/Museum,Plan Ahead GEO:44.4568871;-89.5409081 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Heritage Park – Plover 2700 Madison Ave Plover Wisconsin 54467 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2700 Madison Ave:geo:-89.5409081,44.4568871 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008803-1752228000-1752242400@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-07-11/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010579-1752192000-1752278399@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-11/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008802-1752141600-1752156000@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-07-10/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T235959 DTSTAMP:20250709T071823Z CREATED:20250709T071821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T071823Z UID:10010578-1752019200-1752105599@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🛍 Shop Small Support Local DESCRIPTION:We are working on creating a new and improved Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families Restaurant Guide!  Let us help make the mealtime decisions easier. \n\n\n\nAs a hockey family\, knowing who is open after games and practices\, that serves something for my entire family is a MUST-HAVE! (so any restaurants within a 90-minute drive of Shawano is ideal) \n\n\n\nWe know a lot of people love to support their local businesses\, but may not know all the services that are provided. We’re working on closing that gap by offering a business directory. If you’re interested in becoming part of our business directory\, you can find out more here We are also rolling out a Farm Fresh Directory. \n\n\n\nWe have many affiliate partners where purchases you make with them\, will also help our small business.  (The following links are affiliate links and we may earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you.) \n\n\n\n\nPlant Therapy \n\n\n\nAmazon\n\n\n\nThink Board – use Code MarieVandenberg to save 20% off site-wide\n\n\n\nLehman’s\n\n\n\nTry The World –\n\n\n\nReally Good Stuff\n\n\n\nChess. com – my teenager recently discovered a love of chess.\n\n\n\nHockey Monkey\n\n\n\nSteve Spangler Science – Save up to 60% off with our Clearance Sale \n\n\n\nNaturally Nestled\n\n\n\nmSpy – what are your kids doing on their phone/tablet that you can’t see?\n\n\n\nMud/Wtr – Save 20% sitewide with this link (first order only) (My Dr suggested trying this when I suffer consequences from drinking too much coffee. I use both the Mud/Wtr latte and Rest to help at bedtime when I can’t shut my brain off)\n\n\n\nZenni Optical – save $30 when you use my discount link. I’ve been ordering glasses from Zenni for over 15 years. To order from Zenni\, you will need the PD number (pupillary distance). For adults\, the number shouldn’t change. It will change for kids. Zenni accepts 1 and 2 number PDs. \n\n\n\nTing Mobile – get a $25 credit on your first bill when you use this link. Plans start as low as $10/month and you can bring your own phone (or in my case\, I just used an old phone.) For more details\, see my post regarding the Cellcom outage and my solutions to always stay connected.\n\n\n\nGabb Wireless – Code: 9203979786 (discount on your first order) Kids’ Phones and Watches with additional parental controls. Are you thinking about getting your child a device? Check these two resources. Parent Guide Officer Gomez\n\n\n\n\nPurchases made through the above links allow us to earn commissions when you use our links which we will put towards our business expenses\, keep our lights on\, and keep our content FREE for YOU- our readers and LOW for our local advertisers\, and sponsors. \n\n\n\nWe are hosting one fundraiser. This is an on-going fundraiser.   \n\n\n\n\nMabel’s Labels – (Select Rural Northeast Wisconsin Families as the organization) – NO MORE Lost Mittens (coats\, shoes\, hats\, water bottles\, jackets\, etc) Follow our Facebook Page– there are often sales and discounts.\n\n\n\n\nThe funds earned through the fundraisers will be split.  Our portion will be used towards website/calendar upgrades\, community events\, giveaways\, and business expenses. \n\n\n\nWe will choose a new beneficiary for each distribution check. We’ll take suggestions for our first check. (We still have $50 to go before we’ll get our first check) \n\n\n\nIf you’d like to donate directly to our fundraisers instead of purchasing from our partners.  We can accept cash\, Square\, or Venmo. \n\n\n\nOne of the fundraisers is set up as an open-ended so we’ll be able to help several organizations for as long as there is interest in the products. \n\n\n\nThese are a few of my favorite products.  This is my “toolkit” for the Flu Season.  It also has some hints about getting started with essential oils. \n\n\n\nIf you are looking for the fundraising socks that we had available\, we do still have them\, but you’ll need to make an appointment. \n\n\n\nThese are a few other ways to support us. Prices range from Free to $30. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Charger Cord Charger with Flashlight without Flashlight Slim Charger Keychain Flashlight Desk Accessory Clock\n\n\n\nICYMI– My dog locked himself in my car. PD’s tools didn’t work for my car. I bought this amazing tool the next day. At under $6\, you really can’t beat it. Definitely cheaper than a locksmith or a broken window. \n\n\n\nHere are a few more favorites that I’ve found. How many of you are the keepers of the “road trip drinks” and chargers? You’ll like the water bottle below. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLinks: Green XL Stanley\, White Travel Mug\, “Green” Air Purifier\, Electronic Air Purifier\, Charger Water Bottle\, Wireless Camera (I highly suggest getting the extra battery.)\, Pan Cam\, V4: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%9b%8d-shop-small-support-local-29/2025-07-09/ LOCATION:WI CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Shopping END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T150000 DTSTAMP:20250629T042338Z CREATED:20250629T042335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250629T042338Z UID:10010523-1751637600-1751641200@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:🎆 🇺🇸 🎨 4th of July Chalk Drawing Contest 2025 DESCRIPTION:Tigerton’s 1st ever July 4th\, Chalk Drawing Contest! Come show off your artistic talent and skill and win some cool prizes! Including a cash grand prize! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriendly\, well-behaved dogs (on-leash) are welcome! \n\n\n\nThere will be stroller and wheel-chair accessible restrooms on-site as well as many businesses around the event will be open and have public restrooms. \n\n\n\nThere will be other events going on. Including crafts and games for non-competing children and smaller children. \n\n\n\nStay and see the other events happening ALL Day- wrapping up with a FIREWORKS 🎆🎇 show! URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/%f0%9f%8e%86-%f0%9f%87%ba%f0%9f%87%b8-%f0%9f%8e%a8-4th-of-july-chalk-drawing-contest-2025/ LOCATION:Tigerton Main Street\, 215 Cedar St\, Tigerton\, Wisconsin\, 54486\, United States CATEGORIES:4th of July,Fireworks,Fundraiser,Inclusive Events,Outdoor Event,Plan Ahead,Plan Ahead- RSVP Suggested- not required,Teen,Wheel-Chair Accessible GEO:44.7402611;-89.0625136 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tigerton Main Street 215 Cedar St Tigerton Wisconsin 54486 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=215 Cedar St:geo:-89.0625136,44.7402611 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250704T140000 DTSTAMP:20250414T081327Z CREATED:20250414T081325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T081327Z UID:10008801-1751623200-1751637600@ruralnewfamilies.com SUMMARY:American Legion Post 63 2025 Brat Fry DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ruralnewfamilies.com/event/american-legion-post-63-2025-brat-fry/2025-07-04/ LOCATION:BP – Clintonville\, 325 S Main St\, Clintonville\, Wisconsin\, 54929\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Veterans GEO:44.604443;-88.7641666 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BP – Clintonville 325 S Main St Clintonville Wisconsin 54929 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=325 S Main St:geo:-88.7641666,44.604443 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR