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Article and Photos provided by Blake Scharine

Greetings All!

Its that Time of year again! Our group is just a little smaller going South to Blairsville, Georgia in the Smoky Mountains. We have another contingent leaving next week to tent camp for a week at Sturgis and the Black Hills in South Dakota. Our group to Georgia, once we hit Georgia, will consist of 12 bikes a truck & 19 peeps.

Blake & Kim Scharine
Jeff & Kathy Foreyt
Scot & Joan Klabunde
Steve Marschall
Mark & Marge Knudsen
Chris Antzak & Tammy Fischer
Cliff & Patti Storlie
Ed & Lane Engel
Russ & Mary Rogers
Tom & Kathy Hamlin

We met at Jessica’s as is tradition at 6:30; a big change this year is traveling with a trail vehicle, driven by my lovely bride Kim. Lane will accompany her to Blairsville during their 1st few days as Eddie will be catching up on the bike when he leaves work on Friday. Ya, Kim has one passenger now but wait for rain & the cab will be FULL.

Our journey begins avoiding tolls thru Clinton, meeting Steve and and saying farewell to a biker friend Mike Odell who accompanied Steve. A 550 mile ride today, so we will make a little time on the interstate to get south of Champaign, Illinois and grab lunch.  After about an hour delay south of Rochelle, we awaited the Storlies, as Patty had an emergency dentist visit that morning.  OK, we are all back together and heading South. This is par for the course. When we pulled off the interstate to get fuel, we found the gas station closed. As were looking on the GPS on the roadside, a lady sporting a Harley Davidson sticker on her window, pulls up tells us where to get fuel, where to have lunch, and then proceeds to help serve food at the bar-and-grill that we overwhelmed. After lunch but not too far south of Champaign, we ran into some bike trouble with Steve’s engine. We spent a couple hours trying a number of different things with no success.. Mark and Marge make the decision to stay with Steve overnight and see what they could do at a local bike shop just a couple blocks down the road in the morning. Yes, not so amazing if we’re gonna have bike troubles God puts us next door to a bike shop.  

Meanwhile the rest of the group continued to head south we had a long ride to Winchester Kentucky East of Lexington.. Taking highway 36 East  And then heading South on interstates hoofin’ it right along to make up some time to get to Winchester at an exhausting 12:20 a.m. Fortunately, that will be our highest mileage day of the trip. Good night!

Day 2: we sleep in!! Departure Time is 10:00 a.m…nice.  Food in our bellies and fuel in the tanks and off we go staying off the interstate as best we can. My route takes us on some lesser known 3 and 4 numbered highways. On our way south, as we head towards Maggie Valley, I come up to the intersection that my planned route is telling me to turn. Its a very narrow bridge with gravel scattered over the top of some pavement. I double check with the group, they’re stopped behind me and well… we decide to go with it. It looked good on the computer 3 months ago! I think all of us thought as we headed across this bridge onto this narrow paved road on the edge of a hill that it might have just been someone’s driveway but we continue down with no dead signs and there were private drives. We’re good, whew! 

After about a 12 to 15 miles off a 12′ wide paved windy hilly road we reached another numbered highway. The road was called Jake’s heavenly highway. I haven’t Google it yet but I encourage you to. By the way, this is a great road for motorcycles but I kind of forgot we have a trail vehicle this year. Awesome for bikes, but for a truck it was a little nerve wracking wondering if there would be any oncoming traffic around all the curves sorry Kim. (Luv u. 🙂 ) God’s provision: not a single motorcycle or vehicle coming the other direction for nearly 30 minutes of riding the heavenly highway!

Some more incredible roads in Kentucky kept us entertained as we moved towards our next destination: Maggie Valley North Carolina. We arrived in Maggie Valley’s about 6:00 p.m. got settled into the Ramada and walked down to Brickhouse Pizza next door for some grub. 

Update on Steve’s bike: so the engine was in fact trashed and Mark & Marge and Steve had spent all day Thursday searching the Internet for bikes for sale in that area of Illinois. At 10:00 p.m.Thursday night, I received a picture of Steve on his new bike. They will be back on the road to join the group as we hit Georgia! Before our group leaves Maggie Valley we are going to head to wheels of time motorcycle museum supposed to be an exceptional exhibit and every bike can be started and ran in the museum one of the largest collections of functioning memorabilia. It should be awesome and with only about a 100 miles to Blairsville. We will have some free time to explore and maybe get lost a little bit.

Until my next installment, we’ll continue getting in “miles under the Son.”

The story of Dick Cheney, who yielded immense power as Vice President to POTUS #43, George W. Bush. Starring Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Steve Carrell, Sam Rockwell, and Tyler Perry. Nominated for Best Film, Best Actor, Supporting Actress and Actor.

When: Tuesday, July 30, 12:30 p.m.

Where: Seniors in the Park

Movie Information: Rated R, 2 hours, 12 minutes (2018)

The Roberta Avonn Fiskum Art Gallery on the UW-Whitewater Campus is seeking the work of Whitewater Arts Alliance artists for their show that runs September 9 through the 25th. Whitewater Arts Alliance members are invited to show 2D and/or 3D, original work, which is due August 18.  Anyone can become a member of the WAA by signing up for a yearly membership to not only enter the show, but to enjoy the yearly benefits of the organization. Individuals should submit the membership form alongside the show entry with relevant joining fee (see website for membership perks/details: www.whitewaterarts.org/membership.)

Kim Adams, Assistant Director of the University Center, said, “I am looking forward to continuing our collaborative relationship with the Whitewater Arts Alliance.  There is so much talent to acknowledge and celebrate with the members’ exhibit.”  

Jurors: • David Carpenter (www.instagram.com/david.carpenter) • Alberto Villalobos (www.albertovillalobos.com) 

Participation Details: • Artists may submit up to four pieces for consideration. • Accepted artwork must be on display for the entirety of the exhibition. No early take down, no exceptions. • 2D Artwork: Work must be framed or mounted canvas. All pieces must be wired for hanging, so saw tooth hangers, no maximum size. Maximum piece weight of 100 pounds or less. Materials for non-standard installation methods must be provided by the artist of work 25 pounds or more. • 3D Artwork: Work must come with installation instructions. Pedestals are provided unless otherwise requested by the artist. Materials for non-standard installation methods must be provided by the artist. • WAA is happy to assist with sales of artwork. This show is COMMISSION FREE! Artists, however, are responsible for paying their own sales taxes (Wisconsin 5.5%). 

Entry Submission Checklist/Details:➢ Entry Form (submit online, e-mail, mail, or a hardcopy to the Cultural Arts Center).  ¿Quiere esta aplicación en español? Por favor llene en línea o envíe por correo electrónico a wwartsalliance@gmail.com.  envíe en línea, correo electrónico, correo o una copia impresa al Centro de Artes Culturales➢ Up to Four Pieces worth of Artwork Images➢ Membership Form (if applicable)➢ Membership Fee (if applicable)

HOW TO SUBMIT APPLICATION: • Send all items via e-mail to wwartsalliance@gmail.com• Submit everything online at https://www.whitewaterarts.org/exhibit-call-for-art• Send through mail addressed to: 

Whitewater Arts Alliance, P.O. Box 311, Whitewater, WI. 53190

If also applying for membership simultaneously, please include cash or check to the same address listed above, making checks payable to “Whitewater Arts Alliance.”

ARTWORK IMAGE GUIDELINES: 

All participants will be juried using digital JPEG images. A maximum of 2 digital images per piece may be submitted. Digital images must be high quality JPEGs, limit size to 1MB. Images exceeding this size limit will not be considered. Submit all images either online, via e-mail, or mail. • File Format: JPEG Only• File Resolution: 72 ppi/dpi (standard web resolution)• File Size: 1 MB (maximum) Files exceeding this size will not be considered.• File Name: Should be read as “Last name _media_ entry title” 

All letters of notification will be emailed by August 26th. 

Dates and Deadlines: • July 18^th – Submission Open for Entry• August 18^th – Submission Deadline for Application by 11:59pm• August 26^th – Letters of Notification sent via e-mail • September 1^st – Work Drop Off to the Cultural Arts Center by 5:00pm. • September 9^th – Exhibition Opening Reception from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. • September 25^th – Exhibition Closes after 4:30pm• September 26^th – Artwork Pick Up at the Cultural Arts Center from 12:00pm to 2:00pm  

Roberta’s Art Gallery collaborates with the UW-Whitewater Department of Art and Design and the Crossman Gallery in developing exhibit ideas, co-sponsoring exhibits, sharing resources, and offering hands-on experience to student interns. The Gallery also collaborates with campus departments, student organizations and community groups in coordinating and sponsoring exhibits. In addition, Roberta’s Art Gallery provides experiential art related programs to students and the campus community.

The mission of the Whitewater Arts Alliance is to promote the visual and performing arts through an alliance of artists, individuals, educational resources, and organizations to promote creativity and diversity that will serve to educate and enrich the lives of the residents of the Whitewater community and surrounding areas.

Exceeding its goal by more than $2 million, the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is celebrating a successful conclusion to its Sesquicentennial Campaign. Launched in honor of the university’s 150th anniversary, the two-year fundraising campaign ended on June 30 with $17,025,959 in actual gifts and planned commitments.

“Congratulations are in order for the entire Warhawk family,” said Interim Chancellor Cheryl Green. “Our faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends have worked together to share the story of how UW-Whitewater inspires, engages and transforms lives. This message has deeply resonated with donors who have generously given to the campaign and exceeded our expectations.

“The impact will be far-reaching and allow UW-Whitewater to work toward its vision to be a national and international leader in providing transformational and empowering educational experiences,” Green said. “With these funds, we will continue to eliminate barriers that prevent students from succeeding, and we will continue to offer an outstanding education at an exceptional value.”

More than $4.7 million of the campaign total will fund scholarships, helping UW-Whitewater recruit future Warhawks and reward them for their achievements, thereby reducing the financial burden on students and their families.

Critical programming that keeps students on a path to their degrees will receive more than $3.8 million – including campus tutorial services and the Warhawk Emergency Fund, which helps students stay enrolled despite financial emergencies.

UW-Whitewater’s championship-caliber athletic programs will receive more than $3.8 million to sustain their tradition of excellence. Warhawk intercollegiate sports have won 20 national team titles, and club teams have won 24 national championships.

Funds from the Sesquicentennial Campaign will also support colleges, departments, faculty development, and UW-Whitewater strategic priorities.

“We are grateful to all those who donated to the campaign and we take great pride in being responsible stewards of the resources entrusted to us,” Green said. “What began in 1868 as a teacher preparation school is now a vibrant university that reaches across the globe, and the funds from the Sesquicentennial Campaign will set us up for success as we enter our next 150 years.”

A limited number of free sports physicals are available to WHS athletes. Schedule your appointment by calling 920-648-2400. Practices for most fall sports begin in early August.

There will be an old fashioned ice cream social at the historic Heart Prairie Norwegian-American Methodist Episcopal Church on Sunday, July 28, 2019, from 2:00 – 4:00pm. The address of the church is N7372 County Rd P, Delavan, Wisconsin. A program of popular music from the 1850’s to the 1880’s and children’s games from the period will be featured. For more information, please visit https://namech.org/. The website contains maps to the location of the church which is near Whitewater on County Road P.

St. Patrick’s Country Fest!  

Sunday, July 28th
12:30-4:00 p.m. – Church Grounds

St. Patrick Church
1225 W. Main Street
Whitewater, WI

Lots of food, games, and activities for the whole family!
Cake Walk – Dunk Tank – Silent Auction – Food & Beverages
Music & Entertainment – 50-50 Raffle
Cash Raffle (win up to $2000) – $500 Amazon Gift Card Raffle

CLASS OF 1959 REUNION – 60 YEARS!
WHEN: SAT., AUGUST 10, 2019
WHERE: The Real MacCoys on Cty N
                    (Former Cold Spring Inn)
TIME: 1:00 p.m.
MENU:  ORDER OFF THE MENU
                (Pay your own bill including tax & tip)
R.S.V.P.  Before August 6, 2019 to:
                Eileen Snyder Brown 920-674-5550
                Patti Charles Brabazon brab@charter.net
INFORMAL GET TOGETHER
                6:00 FRIDAY AUGUST 9, 2019
AT RICK’S EASTSIDE BAR AND GRILL WHITEWATER
Come to either or both celebrations, catch up and share what you have been doing for the last 60 years!