ATHENS
Senior Card Group
The Senior Citizens card group met on June 12 for weekly card playing at the Athens Area Fire and Ambulance Hall.
Three games of Sheepshead were played. Henry Faber won first place and Tom Ellenbecker came in second in the first game. Norbert Lake won first and Alvira Henrichs came in second in the second game. Pat Frank won first and Rick Schaetzl came in second in the third game.
Low score was Aaron Totzke. Newcomers are encouraged to come play Sheepshead every Thursday from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at the Athens fire hall.
Animal Acrobats
Discover how different animals move, learn to identify tracks, and even meet a few live animals like a snake and bearded dragon. Children and their caregivers are invited to this special Animal Acrobats presentation on Thursday, June 19, at the Athens Community Hall, 221 Caroline St., from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The event is free; no registration required. Call 715257-7292 for more information.
DYI Kaleidoscope
School-aged children are invited to drop in at the Athens Branch Library to build their own kaleidoscope any time during open hours the week of June 23-28. Use simple materials like cardboard tubes, glitter, and beads to create a mesmerizing optical illusion. All supplies will be provided, no registration required. Call 715-257-7292 for more information.
College notes
Mathew Redmann, who is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in game design and development-art from UW-Stout, was named to the spring 2025 dean’s list. The award is presented to students who have a grade point average of 3.5 or above.
The following students were recognized for achieving high grades during the spring 2025 semester at UW-Stevens Point: Lydia Carlson, highest honors; Caden Decker, honors; Sarah Evans, honors; Andrew Hartmann, highest honors; Linzee Hixon, high honors; Connor Komarek, high honors; Emma Nowak, highest honors; Cambrea Sarasin, honors; Nathan Wolf, highest honors. Full-time undergraduates who earned grade points of 3.90 to 4.0 (4.0 equals straight A) are given highest honors. High honor citations go to those with GPAs from 3.75 to 3.89 and honor recognition is accorded to those with GPAs from 3.50 to 3.74.
Honor rolls
Trinity Lutheran Highest Honors (All A’s) Seventh Grade: Lauryn Hartwig
High Honors (More A’s than B’s) Eighth Grade: Brooklyn Hein, Kelly Mathey, Nick Paul
Seventh Grade: Alex Ellenbecker and Jadyn Rueth,
Sixth Grade: Ethan Salber and Bailey Shreiber
Fifth Grade: Libby Christopherson
Honors Fifth Grade: Will Paul
Sand dollar wall hangings
Adults are invited to the Edgar Branch Library to create a sand dollar wall-hanging on Monday, June 23, from 5-6 p.m. Participants will create a wall-hanging using just a few supplies like driftwood, sand dollars, and twine. Available while supplies last. This event is free and open to the public, no registration is required. For more info, call 715-352-3155.
Raptor Education Group
Children and their caregivers are invited to meet and learn about some of Wisconsin’s common but rarely encountered birds during this fun presentation from the Raptor Education Group, Inc. on Tuesday, June 24. This program will be held at Oak Street Park, 204 E. Lutz St., Edgar, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free, no registration required. Call the Edgar Branch Library at 715-352-3155 for more information.
Bingo at St. Stephen
St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 424 N. Third Ave., Edgar, will host bingo in the church basement on Wednesday, June 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. Refreshments and snacks will be served. If you need a ride or have questions, call Mark at 715348-5802 or Colleen at 715-5718277.
College notes
Karlin Lipinski, who is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in applied social science at UW-Stout, was named to the spring 2025 dean’s list. The award is presented to students who have a grade point average of 3.5 or above.
The following students were recognized for achieving high grades during the spring 2025 semester at UW-Stevens Point: Kyle Brewster, honors; Carver Higgins, high honors; Sydney Kafka, honors; Remi Weis, highest honors. Full-time undergraduates who earned grade points of 3.90 to 4.0 (4.0 equals straight A) are given highest honors. High honor citations go to those with GPAs from 3.75 to 3.89 and honor recognition is accorded to those with GPAs from 3.50 to 3.74.
Animal Acrobats
Discover how different animals move, learn to identify tracks, and even meet a few live animals like a snake and bearded dragon. Children and their caregivers are invited to this special Animal Acrobats presentation on Thursday, June 19, at Marathon Area Elementary School, 100 Spring Valley Drive, from 10-11 a.m. The event is free; no registration required. Call 715-443-2775 for more information.
LEGO Block Party
Get creative with LEGO and other blocks on Friday, June 20 from 1-3 p.m. at the Marathon Branch Library. The event is free, blocks are provided, and no registration required. Call 715-4432775 for more info.
Paper Snail Craft
Children are invited to make a
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unique paper snail craft the week of June 2328 at the Marathon City Branch Library. Kids can drop in anytime during open hours to create a colorful snail using rolled paper coil shapes. Call 715-443-2775 more information.
Composting class
Adults are invited to learn how to compost during a free class at the Marathon City Branch Library on Monday, June 23, from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Janell Wehr, horticulture educator with Extension Marathon County, will present on soil texture, pH levels, the basics of fertilizing, and how to get started with composting. Composting is the process of taking organic materials such as yard clippings, food scraps, etc., and breaking them down into nutrient-rich compost that can be used to improve soil and plant health. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required by visiting the library website or calling 715-261-7230.
Patriotic Art Fair
Alois Dreikosen Unit 469 of the American Legion Auxiliary will present its Patriotic Art Fair premier exhibit in conjunction with the concerts in the park sponsored by the Marathon Heritage Center.
Visit the Marathon City Heritage Center, The Copper Mug and Pizza Market on Tuesday, July 15, and Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 6-8 p.m. The mission of the art fair is to promote patriotism and love of country, and to think about the sacrifices made, what it means to have freedom, to bring people of all ages together, to have fun with red, white and blue, and to show spirit and pride within our community.
LEGO Block Party
Get creative with LEGO and other blocks on Friday, June 27, from 1-3 p.m. at the Marathon Branch Library. The event is free, blocks are provided, and no registration required. Call 715-443-2775 for more info.
Family Story Time
Children ages 6 and under and their parents and caregivers are invited to attend Family Story Time at the Marathon City Branch Library every Thursday this summer. Library staff will read books, sing songs, and more during this 30 to 45-minute program. The regular story time schedule may get interrupted by special events on occasion. Call 715-443-2775 for more information. The next Story Time is scheduled for 10:30 to 11 a.m. on June 26.
College notes
Jaron Gage, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in graphic design and interactive media, and Griffin Treankler, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in industrial and product design, were both named to the spring 2025 dean’s list at UW-Stout.The award is presented to students who have a grade point average of 3.5 or above.
The following students were recognized for achieving high grades during the spring 2025 semester at UW-Stevens Point: Stefani Chesek, high honors; Matthew Dzwonkowski, honors; Alana Hoyt, high honors; Hunter Krautkramer, honors; Madisyn Lang, highest honors; Chloe Sonnentag, highest honors; Hope Yang, honors. Fulltime undergraduates who earned grade points of 3.90 to 4.0 (4.0 equals straight A) are given highest honors. High honor citations go to those with GPAs from 3.75 to 3.89, and honor recognition is accorded to those with GPAs from 3.50 to 3.74.
