Monday, September 7 - Saturday, September 11 - 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. American House invites you to visit their NEW facility! Located on 749 E. Oshkosh Street, Hwy 44, Ripon; 748-8900. Open Houses held every Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday from 10 am. to noon. Or call Larry to schedule a private showing --920-539-0830.
Community Thrift Store & Food Pantry Store Hours are Tues - Fri, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For the month of September, we would appreciate any donations of toiletries and paper products such as toilet paper, paper towels, toothpaste, bath soap, shampoo, Kleenex, etc. For more information contact Amy Pollesch, Director.
Saturday, September 11 - 3:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m. Historic 1854 Meeting Re-Enactment at the Little White School House. See costumed actors re-create the meeting that formed the Republican Party in the actual place where the meeting took place. This is a ticketed event with limited seating. Visit www.rphs.org for tickets!
Friday & Saturday, September 10 & 11 - 7:30 p.m. Siegel-Schwall Band Live at the Thrasher Opera House. Legendary blues-rock band who helped define the Chiago Blues music scene. The Siegel-Schwall Band is known for their legendary career, as well as their high level energy, and good time live shows! Visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com for more info, or call 294-4279.
Ripon College to hold 9/11 Tribute - Saturday, September 11, 7 p.m. The Ripon College Republicans will honor Saturday, Sept. 11 with a memorial of 2,977 flags and a vigil taking place at 7 p.m. on the Harwood Memorial Union Lawn. Rain site will be inside the Union. For more information, contact Tyler Longsine at longsinet@ripon.edu
Friday, September 17 - 7:30 p.m. at Demmer Hall, C.J. Rodman Center The Voices That are Gone: The Music of Stephen Foster Cellist Matt Turner joins vocalist Peg Carrothers; her husband, Bill, on piano; and percussion virtuosi Dane Richeson. Together they rework the songs of America's first great popular songwriter, Stephen Foster. For more info, or to reserve tickets by phone, call 920-748-8791.
Friday, September 17 - Friday, October 15, 2010 at Caestecker Gallery, C.J. Rodman Center The Art of Colin Matthes; Opening & Artist Reception 7:00 p.m. Colin Matthes is an interdisciplinary artist and teacher. Matthes is the recipient of a Mary L.Nohl Grant for emerging artists and will have an exhibit of his work in Slovenia in 2011 as a winner of the Biennial of Graphic Arts. For more info contact Amanda Pryzbyl at 920-748-8164.
Saturday, September 18 - 6:30 p.m. The Nifty Fifties Gala Celebration at Thrasher Opera House. Dust off your saddle shoes and bop on down to this retro-themed party with appearances by special 50's guests. Auction, prizes, entertainment galore! 50's attire encouraged! Visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com for more info, or call 294-4279.
Saturday, September 18 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Downtown Ripon Septemberfest Ripon's Oktoberfest with a Twist! Featuring The Britins, Tuba Dan's Polka Band, Amusement Rides, Taste of Ripon, and much more! Visit www.ripon-wi.com for details, or call the Ripon Chamber of Commerce Office 748-6764.
Thursday, September 23 - 7:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. ThedaCare's Annual Community Conversation at the Oshkosh Convention Center ThedaCare Ripon will be holding their annual community conversation. Continental breakfast will be served. To register: email Oshkosh@thedacare.org Please provide full name of each attendee, organization name, and phone number.
Saturday, September 26 - Sunday, September 27 - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Harvest of Bargains Sale at the Thrasher Opera House Donate your new and lightly used items throughout the summer, then come back and find new treasures while helping to support your community treasure, Thrasher Opera House! Please call the office at 920-294-4279 to arrange for drop-off of donations.
October Events
Friday, October 1 - 5:30 p.m. at Great Hall Arts & All That Jazz! Annual Event to raise scholarships for college students studying in the arts. Held at Ripon College. Theme this year - "Around the World in 80 Days". Visit www.ripon.edu for more info, or call 748-2651.
Friday, October 8 - Sunday, October 10 Ladies on the Loose Looking for a chance to relax and rejuvenate with your friends? Let loose with your friends at Ripon's first annual weekend getaway for women. Click here for details.
Saturday, October 9 - 7:30 p.m. Maria Muldaur & Her Red Hot Bluesianna Band at Thrasher Opera House With over 27 blues, jazz, gospel folk, country and R&B albums to her credit, Maria Muldar now travels with her Red Hot Bluesianna Band, rockin' the stage with an energetic and soulful live shows. Tickets are $25. For more info visit www.thrasheroperahouse.com
ONGOING COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
Survivors of Suicide Support Group First Thursday of the month, free and open to the public Led by Gretchen Koch, LCP, MSE, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor. Questions? Contact Sandy and Tim Page at 748-8954 or email at fourpages@charter.net.
Terrace Shores DivorceCare Group - Tuesday evenings at Turner Point, 4106 Cty Rd K, Princeton 54968. The will group will meet from 6:30-8:30 pm and run from September 16th to December 16th for the first sessions. Sessions will be on going. For more info, contact Valerie 920-361-9872.
COOKIE DAZE COOKIE COOK BOOKS FOR SALE! ~ $10 EACH Call 920.748.6764 for more information or e-mail chamber@ripon-wi.com
The Cancer Support Connection First Thursday of the month Great opportunity to meet with others who are also affected by cancer; patients, family and friends. For more info on the Cancer Support Connection, contact Linda Powell at 920-748-9134
Weight Watchers 2 Sessions every Wednesday 5:30 p.m. with weigh-in at 5:00 6:30 p.m. with weigh-in at 6:00 First Congregational Church UCC, 302 W. Seward St., Ripon. Call 1-800-651-6000 for more information.
Book Delivery Service for the Homebound Books delivered on a once monthly schedule to patrons living within the city limits. To sign up yourself or someone you know, please stop by the Library Circulation Desk or call the Library at 920-748-6160.
Drive-through Phlebotomy By appointment only at Ripon Medical Center Patients who have mobility difficulties can now be driven into the ambulance bay and have their blood drawn without leaving their vehicles. Call 920-748-0495 to schedule an appointment.
Ripon School District is Asking For Your Help Attention Ripon Seniors Citizens. Volunteer in our Ripon schools and SAVE MONEY on your TAXES! Apply today to be a part of the new S.T.E.P. (Senior Tax Exchange Program) program. For more information call- 748-1575
Diabetes Support Group Free & open to the public First Tuesday of each month - 2 pm or 7 pm Ripon Medical Center
Monthly Bereavement Support Group at RMC RMC in the Princeton Room on the 3rd floor 6:30 - 7:30 pm. Walk-ins are always welcome. For more information call (920)748-0405
Youth Trap League Saturday Mornings at 9 am Berlin Conservation Club Contact Mark Belau (920) 748-7222
Farmer's Market - Tuesday and Saturday Mornings June thru October June 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 July 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 August 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 September 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 25, 29 October 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31
Read with Kiani!- Most Tuesdays- 5:30pm-7pm- Ripon Public Library Kiani, the dog that just loves a good story, will continue her weekly appearances at the library this fall. Registration is not required, but you may want to calll ahead to confirm Kiani's appearance.
Library Display Case- An Open Invitation The Ripon Public Library offers an open invitation to all individuals and organizations to consider installing a temporary display at the library. Organizations wishing to promote their group and its causes are welcome, as are hobbyists, artists, crafters, and individuals with collections. To schedule a 2-month time slot please contact Linda DeCramer at, 748-6160 or email decramer@riponlibrary.org
