It’s time again for #FlashbackFriday with the Whitewater Historical Society!
Summer has always been a great time for games and other fun. Pictured here is a group of croquet players from around c.1900 located in front of a still-existing home on Esterly Avenue. Croquet became popular among many young Victorian ladies in the latter half of the nineteenth century. Over the course of the twentieth century, its popularity in the United States enjoyed several resurgences.
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Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the Whitewater Unified School District.
Whitewater advances to Gold Bracket play on Saturday, August 28 at the UWW Warhawk Invitational. The Whippets defeated Kenosha Tremper, Beloit Memorial, and Palmyra-Eagle. In the last match on Friday Whitewater fell to the #1 seed of the tourney, Waterloo. #1family
Banner note: As of August 27, Deborah Blackwell, Executive Director of Studio 84, indicates that there are still nine baker spaces left. Those who may be interested in judging rather than baking may sign up for Halloween themed cupcakes (as many as a dozen will be provided) to be picked up curbside on October 30.
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by UW-Madison Extension – Walworth County
Meat Animal Sale Caps off a Year of Learning for Local Youth
More than 175 Walworth County 4-H and FFA members will participate in the Walworth County Fair Meat Animal Sale on Friday, September 3. For many, this activity will serve as the climax of their yearlong beef, sheep, or swine market animal project experience.
For most members, this year’s project experience began as early as October 1 and has been comprised of a blend of education, skill development, comradery, and hard work—all of which members agree mixes up into their brand of “fun.” Some members breed and raise their own market animals; others purchase market animals to finish growing and show. Regardless, they spend countless hours with their animals—lovingly feeding them, watering them, grooming them, managing their health, and training them in preparation for their big moments in the show ring and at the sale.
A survey completed by 31 Walworth County project families gleaned important information about the impact that the meat animal project experience is having on members. One hundred percent of survey participants agreed that the experience has contributed to them becoming more responsible, more confident, and better sportsmen. Ninety-seven percent said that the project has made them better problem solvers. Ninety-four percent say they recover more quickly when things don’t go as planned and are better prepared for college and work than they would otherwise have been. Eighty-one percent attribute the project to strengthening their record keeping skills, and 71% say they are at least somewhat interested in pursuing an animal science or agribusiness career as a result of their experience.
Asked to describe what life skills they are learning from their market animal projects in their own words, members shared these top five responses (in ranked order): 1) work ethic/hard work; 2) communication skills; 3) patience; 4) dependability/perseverance; and 5) responsibility. They also noted a number of project-specific learning gains including disease prevention among their animals, understanding their role producers in the food chain, and being able to explain the importance of producing wholesome meats for consumers.
Members cite working with their animals and the bonds they form as two of the things they most enjoy about their project work. As stated by Wyatt Dolan, a Richmond 4-H Club member, “I enjoy seeing my pig grow from a piglet into a full grown barrow. Being able to watch him and see him grow and work with me is so cool!” “I enjoy exhibiting the better part of a year’s hard work and dedication that my family and I have put into my steers,” says Natalie Yates, a Sugar Creek 4-Her. “I like showing around the country, meeting new people, and learning hard work ethic skills,” Brailee Ehlen, Elkhorn FFA, stated. “A lot of time and dedication is put in to be successful,” says Emily Ellsworth, a Spring Prairie 4-H Club member.
Members say that sale participation itself teaches them a variety of things including the importance of networking and marketing and the meaning of gratitude. Additionally, it’s clear that sale participation is a means to an important end for most members who are hoping to make and save money to offset costs related to post-secondary schooling and independent living after high school.
The 172nd Walworth County Meat Animal Sale will be held on Friday, September 3, at 10 a.m. in the Wiswell Center at the Walworth County Fairgrounds. Sale order will be beef, sheep, and then swine, with the sale of Grand and Reserve Grand Champion live and carcass animals following at approximately 3 p.m. Bidding is in cents per pound of live animal. Champion carcasses are also sold on a live weight basis. Buyers may send their purchases to a locker plant for custom processing or to market for resale (paying the difference between the purchase price and the market price). They may also opt to donate their purchase to the Buyers’ Appreciation Banquet held in late September or to an organization of their choice.
The Walworth County Business Association will clerk the event. Terms of sale are cash, check, or credit card. All are welcome to attend and bid on these quality meat animals! Due to locker plant limitations resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic, local processing spots are limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis as the sale progresses. Buyers will be notified as locker plant spots fill up. An unlimited number of spots exist for sale animals being sent to market.
Project members encourage individuals and businesses to check out this year’s sale for an opportunity to buy quality meat and support local youth. “Buying an animal at this year’s sale is a great investment,” says Ridge Prairie 4-H member, Laura Williams. “It helps kids out by helping them for the future, and you get some great tasting pork in your freezer! Think of all the bacon!”
As stated by Lucy Stinebrink, Springfield 4-H Club, “Not only will you be buying quality meat, but you can feel good knowing the animal was cared for. Plus, you are making a difference in a child’s life!”
Summer Time: and the livin’ is easy, as are our three August movies: Pack up your troubles and leave ‘em at the door and smile, smile, smile for some movie time fun!
“The Phantom” Tuesday, August 31, 1 pm (Action/Adventure/Fantasy) 1 hour, 40 minutes; Rated PG-13 (1996) It’s “Saturday afternoon” at the Seniors in the Park Bijou! 400 years ago a young boy survives a pirate attack off the African coast that takes his father’s life. Washed ashore near The Deep Woods, he swears to devote his life to bringing down piracy, greed, cruelty, and injustice, as The Phantom. His role is passed down from father to son, leading people to believe he is an immortal, “The Ghost Who Walks.” In present-day New York City, The Phantom must thwart an evil criminal businessman from obtaining four magic skulls that would give him the secret to ultimate power. Based on the daily/Sunday comic strip still running today. Starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, Billy Zane, Treat Williams, and Patrick McGoohan.
Anthony L. Pavlick (Tony) of rural Whitewater passed away on August 24, 2021 at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek, WI.
Tony was the son of Anthony and Mary Pavlick of Duluth, MN. Tony was married to Lenore Johnston on August 16, 1958 in Sioux Falls, SD. The Pavlicks recently celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary.
He received his Master’s degree from University of Illinois and another from University of Minnesota and his Ph.D from the University of Minnesota. The majority of Tony’s teaching career was at UW-Whitewater in the Economics Department.
Tony was involved in several World Peace organizations and was always interested in making the world a better place. He possessed an uncanny wit and memory along with a love of life and sports cars.
Memorials in his name can be made to Rainbow Hospice, Johnson Creek, WI.
Per Tony’s request there will be no service. His body was donated to the UW-Madison School of Medicine.
The Whippet Volleyball Team played Stoughton twice on Tuesday, August 24th, at Whitewater High School. Here are some game highlights! We are super proud of you ladies!
In the first match, Whitewater defeated Stoughton 2-1 by the scores of 23-25, 25-15, and 25-15.
Stat Leaders: Aces: Calli Grosinske with 5 Kills: Kindyl Kilar with 13 Digs: Kindyl Kilar with 14 and Caleigh Yang with 10
As a staff we were pleased with the performance of the team for the most part. We did very well serving, but we need to continue to get stronger with our serve receive, blocking, and finishing a match by not allowing our opponents to go on a 3-4-5 point run.
Article submitted by Kathy Bullis Whitewater High School Head Volleyball Coach kbullis@wwusd.org
(More information submitted by Tilla’s Next Ride) If anyone has anything they would like to donate to the sale items can be dropped off at 228 S. Dann Street on Friday August 27th. We have baby items, Christmas Decor, X-Box 360 games. Movies. Clothing and much more too numerous to mention. Community driven effort – in conjunction with The Lettsew K9 Foundation – to fund a new vehicle for K9 Tilla and Officer Justin Stuppy of the City of Whitewater Police Department. K9 Units are funded by the community – for the community.
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by United Way of Jefferson and North Walworth Counties.
Tyranena Brewing Company will be hosting a “Brews & Bingo” fundraiser to benefit the United Way of Jefferson & North Walworth Counties.
The event will take place at Tyranena (1025 Owen Street, Lake Mills) from 6-8pm on Monday, August 30th. There will be $10 bingo cards, a 50/50 raffle, and Tyranena will also be generously donating $1 for every pint served during the event. All proceeds will support the 2021 United Way campaign.
“We’re really excited to be hosting our fourth year of bingo during this great fundraising event with Tyranena. We’ve had such successful bingo nights the past three years, so we’re really hoping for strong, continued support this year,” state Megan Hartwick, United Way executive director. “The Tyranena brewery is such a staple in the Lake Mills community, so we’re looking forward to hosting a great event in their beautiful space, all in support of our local nonprofit partners and community programs.”
There will be a number of great prizes available for bingo winners, including Green Bay Packer apparel, coolers, portable wine glasses, gift certificates and much more. There will also be a Brewer ticket & parking pass package available to a grand prize winner for a final blackout card at the end of the night.
“We’ve always ended our bingo fundraiser night with a blackout card,” Hartwick added. “We’re so excited to have a Brewer ticket package back as our prize this year, generously donated by FCCU. Should there be more than one winner, they will rock/paper/scissors until we have one winner. That was quite a fun way to end bingo last year, so we’re looking forward to it again for this year.”
Tyranena has also coordinated to have Big Daddy O’s BBQ serving up food for guests.
“We’re excited to have another great food truck included in this year’s event. Our fundraisers are very important to the overall success of our campaign, and Tyranena Brews & Bingo has been an exciting kick-off fundraiser for the past three years,” Hartwick states. “We know it has been a difficult year for many small businesses, so we are incredibly grateful that Tyranena is still generously offering this opportunity to our organization and donating on purchases beyond that. We feel very lucky to be involved and we hope to have a great crowd join us on Monday!”
More information can be found via our Facebook page invite for “Brews & Bingo!” and anyone with any questions can contact Hartwick (920.563.8880) or Stacey Schraufnagel of Tyranena (920.648.8699) directly.
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The United Way of Jefferson & North Walworth Counties’ mission is to fight for the health, education and financial stability of every person in our communities. We do that by providing support to community programs, projects and local agencies that provide critical health and human services to those in need. This network of helping services can be described as a “safety net” for those in our midst in need. Whether it is transitional housing, literacy education, after-school programs and education, health and dental care, end of life care, mentoring programs, job training or disaster relief, the United Way identifies the greatest needs in our community and helps to fund agencies that can meet those needs.
For more information about our local United Way, you may visit the website at www.uwjnwc.com or “like” the Facebook page at “United Way of Jefferson & North Walworth Counties.” For details regarding the United Way’s online volunteer tool, please visit www.volunteermain.com.
