Fall 2020
A guide for finding fun, smart, Library and healthy activities going on in the Columbus area. Recreation FIND US ON: HTTP://WWW.CITYOFCOLUMBUSWI.COM Senior Center OR ON @COLUMBUSCOMMOTION Columbus Community Centers
Public Library Senior Center Recreation & Parks
The Columbus Public Library is The Columbus Area Senior Center The City of Columbus seeks to located in a historic Carnegie offers and promotes activities provide recreational activities and library building at 223 West James and services that enhance the facilities that will build strong Street. It opened in 1912 and is quality of life for our senior proud of a history that stretches community. It is a multi-purpose families and a community quality back to 1887. Services offered facility that serves the diverse of life. include community events and needs of area seniors, 50 and programs, public access older. Phone 920-623-5936 computers, and a lending collection of books, movies, music, Phone 920-623-5918 Address 229 E. School St. and magazines for all ages. Address 125 N. Dickason Blvd Columbus, WI 53925
Website Phone 920-623-5910 Columbus, WI 53925 Website Address 223 W. James St. Email Columbus, WI 53925 Email [email protected] Website Hours www.columbuspubliclibrary.info Hours M-F 8:30am-4:30pm Email M-F 10:00am-2:00pm [email protected] Director Hours Director M-Th 9:00am-8:30pm Assistant Friday 9:00am-5:30pm Aquatic Center Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm An outdoor zero-depth aquatic Director Lindsey Ganz center that boasts clean modern Other City Offices: amenities and a full range of Administrator family friendly aquatics 920-623-5900 programming. Please consider Emergency Numbers: Clerk visiting! 920-623-5900 Fire Department Columbia County Recycling Center Phone 920-623-6047 (non-emergency) 608-742-6651 Address 250 Folsom St. 920-623-5914 Council Columbus, WI 53925 920-623-5900 Website Police Department Economic Development (non-emergency) 920-623-5900 Email Emergency Management 920-623-5919 [email protected] 920-623-5900
Columbus Community Finance Director / Treasurer 920-623-5900 Closed for the season. Hospital Mayor Will reopen spring 2021. 920-623-2200 920-623-5900 Municipal Court In case of a true emergency: 920-623-5922 Columbus Commotion Public Works 9-1-1 920-623-5908 Email: [email protected] Water and Light 920-623-5912 10 www.cityofcolumbuswi.com
We are excited to introduce you to our new City Administrator. Please meet, Kyle Ellefson:
Hello Columbus! I started as City Administrator right before Election Day in April, and it has been a whirlwind since day one. I can tell you with 100% certainty that when I applied to be the City Administrator, I had no idea our world would look the way it does right now. Mayor Thom and the rest of the City Council have been incredible to work with as we navigate the constantly changing landscape without any past playbook to rely on. On top of that, I am incredibly lucky to find myself with some of the best staff you can find across Wisconsin! It hasn’t been easy to keep up with the momentum of the Mayor, Council, and staff, but I can’t help but feed off of their energy, and I can’t wait to see what we can accomplish with the team we have! It is no surprise to me that we had more new construction last year than any other community in Columbia County, and on top of that, since 2010 more people have moved to Columbus than anywhere else in the County. Columbus is a terrific community with great people, strong businesses, dedicated community groups, high quality schools, and a wealth of history. I am fortunate to serve the City of Columbus, and proud to call it home.
OUR MISSION To establish and maintain a high quality of life in the community, provide social interactions critical to maintaining community cohesion and pride, and ensure the health of families and youth while contributing to the economic and environmental well-being of the whole community.
Abbrev. Description Address CC Community Center 161 N. Dickason Blvd. Location CH Columbus High School 1164 Farnham St. Key CM Columbus Middle School 400 Dickason Blvd. FP Fireman’s Park 1049 Park Ave. FS Fire Station 123 W. Harrison St. KP Kiwanis Park 250 E. School St. LI Library 223 W. James St. LA Library Annex 251 W. James St. ME Meister Park 337 Middleton St. PL Fireman’s Park Pavilion Lower 1049 Park Ave. PR Prairie Ridge Health Clinic 1515 Park Ave. PU Fireman’s Park Pavilion Upper 1049 Park Ave. SC Senior Center 125 N. Dickason Blvd. 3 Table of Contents See Page 3 for Location Key
Program Page Program Page
Adult Coloring-Colorama 20 Halloween Home Decorating Contest 6
Adult Take and Make Craft 20 Halloween Home Decorating Contest Entry Form 7
Afternoon Virtual Book Club 21 Health & Strength Exercise 12
Aging and Disability Resource Center 23 Knit/Crochet 22
Art Club 20 Medical Equipment Loan Closet 22
Bingo 20 Medicare 101 22
Columbia County Elder Benefit Specialist 23 Mindfulness Matters Meditation Group 22
Columbus Meal Site 22 On the Farm with Jerry Apps 8
Columbus Senior Advisory Board 24 Pedal Days 8
Commotion Connections 9 Pouch-making and Dice Games 18
Crafternoon: Bag Puppet 14 Pros and Cons of Self-Publishing 9
Crafternoon: Model Magic Air Dry Clay 14 Public Works Brush/Leaf Pick Up 31
Crafternoon: Textured Pumpkins 14 Public Works Leaf Pick Up Schedule 32
Design Your Own Sketchbook Cover 18 Stay and Play Bingo 9
Doodles and Drawings 14 STEM: Balloon Floats 15
Drive-In Movie 6 STEM: Dissolving Candy Corn 15
Evening Book Review and Discussion 21 STEM: Popcorn 15
Exercise 12 Storytime Online 14
Fall Fun Word Search Challenge 16-17 Trick or Treat 16
Fitness Room 13 Weekly Sketchbook Prompts 18
Fun Night Out 9 Wellness Book Report Club 21
Game Spotlight 14 Wisconsin's Most Haunted Locations 6
Genealogy Group 21 Yoga with Mary 12
Gnome Craft and Scavenger Hunt 18 Zumba 12 10 Special Events Halloween Home Decorating Contest City of Columbus
For City of Columbus residents only. FREE to enter. Entries must be received by 12:00pm (noon) on Friday, Oct. 23. The entry form can be found on the next page. Send completed entry forms to Amy Jo at [email protected] or drop off at 229 E. School St., Columbus, WI 53925.
1st place winners will receive a $50 Visa gift card and 2nd place will receive a $25 Visa gift card for EACH of the three districts. Winners will be announced on Friday, Oct. 30, via Facebook and phone call. 2019 Winners Contest Winners: (left to right) Heather Stenzel; Joe, Hudson, and Marshall Bourassa; Kassie Ebert & Brad Salenius; Megan Gosdeck; Stacy and Carly Thom
Wisconsin’s Most Haunted Locations with Drive-In Movie Paranormal Investigator Chad Lewis Fireman’s Park (enter at Park St. Entrance ONLY) Virtual Event Wednesday, Sept. 30 and Oct. 28 Wednesday, Sept. 30, 6:30pm-8:00pm Parking begins at 6:00pm/Movie begins at 7:00pm
Paranormal researcher Chad Lewis is an author and Join us for a FREE drive-in movie in the park! See lecturer on topics of the strange and unusual. His movie titles below. Due to social distancing and mask background is in Psychology, as he did both his requirements, you must arrive in a vehicle in order to Bachelor and Master’s degree work in the field— but, participate. You will be escorted to your parking spot. for the last 20 plus years he has traveled the globe in Each person will receive a treat bag with listening search of unique and bizarre directions. You can enjoy the movie from your vehicle stories and history. During this while listening to the movie on FM signal or bring lawn virtual event, Chad will lead us in chairs and sit in front of your vehicle in order to an exploration of the most maintain social distance. Space is limited, so you must haunted locations in Wisconsin. register no later than the day prior to the event at [email protected] or by calling To register for this free online event, visit the library’s 920-623-5918. Weather, and pandemic directives, web page or Facebook page, where you will find a link permitting. to a Google document for you to submit your name and email address. We will email you the link to the Sept. 30—Aladdin (starring Will event a day or two beforehand. Smith)
Oct. 28—Hocus Pocus (Wear your favorite Halloween costume!!)
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Halloween Home Decorating Contest Entry Form Submissions are due no later than 10.23.2020 @ noon
Entry Rules The contest is open to City of Columbus residents only within our City Limits. There is no fee to register. To enter this contest, simply decorate the exterior of your home and yard in décor that stands alone. From cute to scary, we’re looking for all your Halloween décor in our FREE contest. Entries can be one’s personal residence, a neighbor’s home or a friend’s home. Judging will be based on originality, creativity and the overall “WOW” effect. A Visa gift card will be awarded for each VOTING DISTRICT. 1st place will receive a $50 Visa gift card and 2nd place will receive a $25 Visa gift card. There will be (3) 1st place winners and (3) second place winners.
Judging Process Entries must be received by noon on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020. Entries can be submitted via email ([email protected]) or in person at the Recreation Department located at 229 E. School St., Columbus. Judges will view entries during the week of Oct. 26—Oct. 29. The exterior of your home should be illuminated between 5:30pm and 8:00pm on these nights. Photos will be taken of all entries and winners will be notified via phone call, email and will be posted on the Columbus Recreation FB page on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020.
This contest is presented by the Columbus Recreation Department.
NAME ______STREET ADDRESS ______HOME PHONE ______CELL PHONE ______EMAIL ______
All entry forms must be received no later than noon on 10.23.2020 Forms may be mailed to: Halloween Home Decorating Contest, CRD, 229 E. School St., Columbus, WI 53925 Or emailed to Amy Jo: [email protected] Each 1st & 2nd place winner will receive a YARD display for Halloween !!! Special Events Pedal Days Monday-Friday, Sept. 14-18
Pedal Days is back!! Grab your bike, skateboards, walking shoes, strollers, etc. and find your way to some fun, with the opportunity for prizes!
We will have photos of something at each of the following locations for you to find: Prairie Ridge, Columbus School District, City Hall, Library, Senior Center, Aquatic Center, Kiwanis Park, Warner Park, Rotary Park, Fireman’s Park, Public Works, Meister Park, and Avalon Park.
Take a picture of you with each item at each location and email it to [email protected] or text it to 920-484-8556. Each picture will earn you a ticket to be put in the drawing for prizes!! The drawing will be held on Monday, Sept. 21, at 10:00am and winners will be notified by email or text.
Need a helmet? Contact the Recreation department at 920-623-5936 between Sept. 14-18 to receive a FREE bike helmet!
Watch our Facebook and webpages for pictures and more details closer to the event. Paper copies of photos with instructions will be available Sept. 14-18 at the Library, Public Works office, and outside the Senior Center.
On the Farm with Jerry Apps Virtual Event Saturday, Sept. 19, 1:30pm-3:00pm
You’ve seen him on Wisconsin Public Television as he presents his down-home stories of yesteryear and life on the Wisconsin farm. Now see him live online, as the Library presents author Jerry Apps for an afternoon of reminiscence and laughter. Jerry will talk about his books, notably his most recent book, “The Land Still Lives”. This also happens to be his very first book, published 50 years ago. He’ll also be stressing the importance of Telling Your Story, encouraging audience members to recall and record their own precious memories. This virtual event is free. The first 300 applicants will receive the link to the event.
To register for this online event, visit the library’s web page or Facebook page, where you will find a link to a Google document for you to submit your name and email address. You may also leave a question for Jerry to answer. He will get to as many as time allows. We will email you the link to this event a day or two beforehand.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a front-row seat in your own living room to hear this master storyteller!
8 8 www.cityofcolumbuswi.com Commotion Connections Fun Night Out Starts Sept. 8 See locations/dates below
A “Pen Pal” program featuring Columbus and Wednesday, Sept. 20, 6:00pm-8:00pm surrounding area folks looking to connect while Cost: FREE for Senior Center Members remaining at home. This is a fun and safe way to $15 for non-members meet someone new and share interests and Join us at The Workshop (128 W. James St) to make “conversations”. wrapped pumpkin decorations. Snacks and beverages are provided. Space is limited, so registration is Send your name, mailing address required. or email address and a few topics October, TBA of interest to commo- Tour this unique trove of collections at Wyvern’s [email protected]. We will Trove, formerly Zion church, (254 Mill Street) match you up and send out the matches via email/mail starting at 4:30pm-6:00pm. Then join us at MP’s Town using first names only. All responses will come from Tap (153 N. Ludington) for some great food (at your the Columbus Commotion to protect identities and own expense) and socializing. personal information of participants. Those using email will be connected through email, and those Thursday, Oct. 29 5:00pm using mail will receive responses through the mail. Meet to eat at 5:00pm at Tequila’s Mexican Restaurant (126 S. Ludington) to socialize and eat Each week we will be suggesting a topic to use to help together (at your own expense). Then at 6:30pm head break the ice with your new friend. Topic for the week over to the Columbus Area Historical Society of Sept. 8—What is your favorite summer activity? Museum (116 W. James St.). Enjoy the history of the
City of Columbus by touring our very own museum The Pros & Cons of Independent (Self) following the meal. Publishing with Valeria Biel Tuesday, Oct. 27, 5:30pm-8:30pm OR Stay and Play Bingo Friday, Oct. 30, 9:30am-12:00pm Fireman’s Park (enter at Park St. Entrance ONLY) Sunday, Nov. 15 In this comprehensive overview of Parking begins at 1:00pm/Bingo begins at 2:00pm self or independent publishing, in- dependently-published author Va- FREE bingo in honor of Veteran’s Day! lerie Biel will discuss why you might Due to social distancing and mask want to self-publish (based on your requirements, you must arrive in a goals) along with an honest look at the pros and cons. vehicle in order to participate. You will be escorted to your parking spot. Cards, markers, and To register for this free online event, visit the library’s treat bags with listening instructions will be issued webpage or Facebook page, where you will find a link upon entrance. Prizes will be issued onsite for to a Google document for you to provide your name traditional and special bingos, including a blackout and email address. We will email you the link to the game. One prize per person. Space is limited so you event a day or two beforehand. must register no later than Friday, Nov. 13, by emailing [email protected] or calling 920-623-5918. Weather, and pandemic directives, permitting.
9 Announcements 2020 Elections Municipal Court Senior Center 105 N. Dickason Blvd., Columbus, WI 53925 125 N. Dickason Blvd. 7:00am-8:00pm Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Fall Election—Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020 8:00am-4:30pm Phone: 920-623-5922 Visit the City Clerk’s office at City Hall or go online to Email: [email protected] https://myvote.wi.gov for election related tasks, including voter registration, updating name and/or The Municipal Court rules upon complaints brought address, see what’s on your ballot, find a polling before it by law enforcement agencies. Complaints are place, request an absentee ballot, and more. prosecuted on behalf of the State of Wisconsin and for violations of municipal ordinance; the court handles Community Media Station Seeks Producers matters involving motor vehicle and traffic law, municipal ordinances and quasi-criminal offenses such Do you love making videos? Upload DIYs, video game as assaults, drug offenses, theft, retail theft, play-throughs, or even short films to YouTube, Vimeo, harassment, trespassing, and similar infractions. or Twitch? Columbus Cable wants to help your content become locally known! Payments can be made in person during open hours, placed in the drop box at the clerk’s office, or mailed to Columbus Cable is a community media station on P.O. Box 466, Columbus, WI 53925. Spectrum channel 980, and also streams live at columbuswicable.com. Our mission is to deliver locally NEW City Employee generated, current content to the citizens of Columbus. Tony Weber recently joined If you’re interested in having your show aired on cable the Columbus Public Works and streaming on the web, contact us at City Hall at Department as a Maintenance 920-623-5900 or email [email protected]. Worker. He maintains the city streets, parks, and facilities. Hibbard Street Reconstruct When he’s not at work, he enjoys hunting, fishing, four wheeling, and snowmobiling. He also enjoys giving back The entire length of Hibbard Street to the community as a volunteer firefighter for the City is currently being reconstructed from Maple Avenue of Waterloo. to Dix Street with all new utilities underneath. Turner Street is also being included in the scope of work. Turner Street will have storm water run underneath it from Maple Avenue to Hibbard Street with the asphalt being replaced. The project will take approximately 14-16 weeks. It should be finished by the end of November.
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Rent The Center! Columbus Senior Center 125 N. Dickason Blvd. Wedding Family Reunion
Anniversary Bridal Shower Birthday Party Baby Shower Class Reunion Meetings
Formal seating for reception is 125; max capacity is 140. We rent weeknights and weekends for any occasion or meeting. Great room, front room, reception area, meeting room, and kitchen available.
Private group/business rates and non-profit rates (proof of certification required). Contact us at 920-623-5918 to book your rental. Sports & Fitness
Exercise NEW—Health and Strength Exercise Senior Center Senior Center Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30am-11:15am Fridays, Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, and Nov. 6, 13, 20 Limited to 20 onsite, all others may participate by 10:15am-10:45am calling in or connecting to a ZOOM meeting via internet. Strength and low impact cardio for all ages and abilities (including chair adaptation) all in 30 minutes. Limited to All participants should register each Friday for the 20 onsite, all others may participate by calling in or next week’s classes before 12:00pm by calling connecting to a ZOOM meeting via internet. 920-623-5918. We will let you know if you are onsite or offsite and how to connect offsite. All participants should register no later than Thursday for each class before 12:00pm by calling 920-623-5918. Those participating onsite will be issued a stress ball We will let you know if you are onsite or offsite and and exercise band that they will keep in a bag marked how to connect offsite. with their name to use each time. Zumba Those participating via phone or ZOOM can make an Fireman’s Park Upper Pavilion appointment to pick up a stress ball and exercise Mondays, Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, and band to keep at home. Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30 6:00pm-7:00pm Yoga with Mary $5.00 per class or $20 per month Senior Center All Ages Wednesdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm $15.00 per class; Get fit with Amanda Pritchard. Walk-ins welcome! $10.00 for CASC members Check the Columbus Recreation Facebook page for the All Ages most up to date calendar.
Geared toward helping maintain health and longevity, relieving stress and calming the mind. These classes fill up fast, so please call and ensure openings are available at 920-623-5918.
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Looking for a place to exercise this summer? Check out the Fitness Room at the Senior Center!
For adults 50 and older. FREE!
Normal Business Hours: M-TH 9:00am-2:00pm
Limited to one person in the fitness room at a time. Exception: spouses may exercise together. Register for a 45 minute time slot by calling 920-623-5918.
Treadmills Weight Machine
Exercise Bikes Strength Training Equipment
Striderider Elliptical Dumbbells—1lb-10lbs
Take advantage of our FREE Wi-Fi while exercising or enjoy your favorite daytime show on our television. First time users must register at the Senior Center office.
Children
All library programs are currently being done virtually. Programs will be posted on Facebook (@ColPubLib) and YouTube channel the morning of the date listed unless a specific time is listed.
Crafternoon: Bag Puppet STEM: Popcorn Wednesday, Sept. 2 Wednesday, Sept. 9
Follow along with Bethany as she shares Watch as Bethany does some some of her favorite puppet-making ideas. Then, stop experiments with a favorite snack. by the library to pick up a paper bag to make your own Can she resist eating it long enough to puppet at home. (Glue not included). record her findings? Tune in to find out.
Crafternoon: Textured Pumpkins STEM: Dissolving Candy Corn Wednesday, Oct. 7 Wednesday, Oct. 14
Miss Bethany will be exploring surfaces What happens when you put candy in her house with a pumpkin coloring corn in vinegar? Can you build with sheet and an orange crayon. Then, come to the library candy corn? Find out the answers to and pick up a sheet of your own to try it. these questions and more on our STEM video for October. Crafternoon: Model Magic Air Dry Clay Wednesday, Nov. 4 STEM: Balloon Floats Wednesday, Nov. 11 Receive a bit of air dry clay from the library, shape it, and let it dry. What Think you can turn a balloon into your will you create? favorite book or movie character? Give it a go! Pick up a free balloon at the library to begin your Doodles and Drawings creation. Design a small balloon character around a Wednesday, Sept. 16, Oct. 21, & Nov. 18 regular balloon or design your own basketball hoop.
A drawing prompt will be released on Storytime Online each day. Tune in to see what Bethany Tuesdays, Sept. 1-Nov. 24, 10:00am creates and try it yourself at home. If you would like, you can bring your drawing into the library Join us on our Facebook page for a slightly different to be displayed on the office door downstairs. kind of storytime. All ages of children and their grownups are welcome. Videos will be up for a full Game Spotlight week. New videos posted Tuesday mornings. Wednesday, Sept. 23, Oct. 28, & Nov. 25
We’re going to be unboxing and sharing a board game that will be available at the library for checkout.
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Fall Fun Word Search Challenge
Sponsored by Columbus Recreation
Kids 3rd - 12th grade are invited to complete the fall word search on the next page for a chance to win a $15 Amazon Gift Card. A total of 3 gift cards will be awarded.
Send your completed word search to Amy Jo via email ([email protected]) or it can be dropped off/mailed to 229 E. School St., Columbus, WI 53925.
Don’t forget to put your name, grade, and phone number on the completed word search before submission.
There will be ONE winner per group: Grades 3rd-5th, Submission Grades 6th-8th, and Grades 9th-12th. Deadline: The three winners will be announced on Monday, Nov. 9, Friday, Nov. 6 2020 via the Recreation and Columbus Commotion Facebook pages. Winners will also receive a call/text.
Trick or Treat
City of Columbus Saturday, Oct. 31, 4:00pm-7:00pm
Calling all goblins, ghosts, and ghouls! The yearly trick or treat takes place Saturday, Oct. 31, starting at4:00pm . Get all dressed up in your favorite Halloween costume and visit your neighbors for some yummy treats.
Have some pictures of your cute trick or treaters getting goodies during the annual trick or treat in Columbus? Email them to [email protected] for a chance to have them published in next year’s fall publication. Photo credit will be given. www.cityofcolumbuswi.com
Apple Orchard Cranberries Pumpkin Patch Sweater Weather Cornucopia Decorating Raking Leaves November Candy Harvest Scarecrow Gobble Caramel Football Scary Festival Fun Soccer Colorful October Boots Corn Maze Thanksgiving Sunflowers September Halloween Warm Soup Teen
For the next few months we will be doing take and make type projects. You can pick up a project kit by the chalkboard in the Teen Lounge area on the main floor of the library. One kit per person please. If you are interested in a virtual group meetup to just talk or play a game/trivia, feel free to email Bethany at [email protected]. If there is interest, Bethany will pull a virtual program together.
Kits will be put out the first Wednesday of every month and are available on a first come first serve basis.
Design Your Own Sketchbook Cover Wednesday, Sept. 2
We will have a number of sketchbook kits available to the teens that they can take home.
Weekly Sketchbook Prompts Sept. 9-Nov. 4
For 9 weeks we will be releasing a sketchbook prompt each Wednesday. Prompts will be posted in the library’s Teen Lounge area and on Instagram. Prompts can also be emailed out to participants who are interested, to request this please email [email protected].
We’d love to see your creations! Feel free to share with us via social media or email. We will not share your work with others unless given permission.
Gnome Craft and Scavenger Hunt Wednesday, Oct. 7
Take and make a gnome, then bring it back and hide it somewhere in the library! Update the gnome counter on the chalkboard in the Teen Lounge area and look around to see if you can find some of the others.
Pouch-making and Dice Games Wednesday, Nov. 4
There are lots of dice games out there! Receive a collection of your own and a kit to make your own drawstring pouch for them.
All library programs are currently being done virtually. Programs will be posted on Facebook (@ColPubLib) and YouTube channel the morning of the date listed unless a specific time is listed. www.cityofcolumbuswi.com
Friends Book Store at the Library Annex! Located at 251 N. James St.
The Friends of the Library Book Store will open for people to come in and browse donated books, with the proceeds funding new projects at the library.
Watch Facebook and the library website for up-to-date announcements about reopening. Adult Adult Coloring—Colorama Adult Take and Make Craft Senior Center Tuesday, Sept. 1, Oct. 6, Nov. 3 Thursdays, Sept. 3 & 17, Oct. 1, 15, & 29, Nov. 5 & 19 An instructional video will be posted to the library’s 10:00am-11:30am Facebook and YouTube on the given dates. Free kits containing the supplies for the craft can be picked up at Limited to 20 onsite. Call to register by 12:00pm on the library. Kits will be available throughout the month Monday. First come, first served for participation. or until gone. The video link will continue to stay up Those not able to participate onsite can make an after kits are gone. This program does not require appointment to pick up coloring pages to take home. pre-registration or sign up.
Art Club Picture Frame Craft for Grandparent’s Day Senior Center Tuesday, Sept. 1 Tuesdays, Sept. 1, 15, & 29, Oct. 6 & 20, Nov. 17 Grandparent’s Day is Sept. 13. This craft is a cute way 11:00am-1:00pm for adults and kids to make a gift together. Adults Limited to 20 onsite. Call to register by 12:00pm on create a unique frame and the kids can create a work Monday. First come, first served for participation. of art to display in the frame.
Painted Rock Owls on a Branch Bingo Tuesday, Oct. 6 Senior Center Tuesdays, 10:30am-11:30am You won’t want to miss this one! Pick up a kit and paint your own rock Limited to 20 onsite, all others may participate by owls and night scene for this fun fall calling in or connecting to a ZOOM meeting via project. internet. Thankful Sign Painting Bingo cards will be issued to each player. Offsite Tuesday, Nov. 3 participants will have paper cards mailed to them. One prize per participant. Prizes won by offsite Words of thanks will be participants will be mailed to them. Paper bingo cards transferred and then decoratively and prizes can also be picked up at the Senior Center painted on a rustic wood board. by appointment.
All participants should register each Monday before 12:00pm by calling 920-623-5918. We will let you know if you are onsite or offsite and how to connect offsite. Find us on Facebook!!
The Senior Center is excited to share that we now have a Facebook page! Please consider joining us and finding out about upcoming programs and events held at our adult activity center, resources and information. Tell all your family, friends, and neighbors! www.cityofcolumbuwi.com Afternoon Virtual Book Club Genealogy Group Thursdays, Sept. 17, Oct. 22, Nov. 19, 1:00pm-2:00pm Saturday, Oct. 3, Nov. 7 9:30am-11:30am Thursday, Sept. 17 The Memory Keeper’s Daughter by Kim Edwards Workshop with local genealogy
researcher Chris Behl for those who are interested in On a winter night in 1964, Dr. David Henry searching their ancestry. is forced by a blizzard to deliver his own twins. His son, born first, is perfectly Wellness Book Report Club healthy. Yet when his daughter is born, he Thursday, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12 sees immediately that she has Down’s 6:30pm-7:30pm Syndrome. Rationalizing it as a need to protect his wife, he makes a split second decision that will alter Because of the wealth of books currently available on all of their lives forever. (Random House) the topic, local certified mindfulness and wellness Thursday, Oct. 22 counselor, Susan Running, hosts a “book report club” Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly on wellness topics, introducing you to books you may want to read. The phenomenal true story of a group of exceptionally talented African American female mathematicians at NASA whose Evening Book Review and Discussion calculations helped fuel some of America’s greatest Thursday, Oct. 22, 6:30pm-7:30pm achievements in space. (Amazon) Join us for an evening book review/discussion on Thursday, Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly Oct. 22, at 6:30pm. Open to ages 14+ Thursday, Nov. 19 The River by Peter Heller Join the library for a discussion about the phenomenal true story of the black Wynn and Jack have been best friends female mathematicians at NASA whose since college orientation, bonded by their calculations helped fuel some of America’s greatest shared love of mountains, books, and fishing. When achievements in space. As well as discussing how they decide to canoe the Maskwa River in northern the hurdles they faced are still being faced by others Canada, they anticipate long days of leisurely paddling today. The Afternoon Virtual Book Club will be and picking blueberries, followed by night of reading this book during the month of October. stargazing and reading paperback westerns. But a They will have an afternoon book discussion on wildfire making its way across the forest adds Thursday, Oct. 22, at 1:00pm. unexpected urgency to the journey and creates the backdrop for a story of desperate wilderness survival. (Amazon)
To register for any of the FREE online events above, visit the library’s webpage or Facebook page, where you will find a link to a Google document for you to provide your name and email address. We will email you the link to the event a day or two beforehand. Book club books can be picked up at the library. Adult Columbus Meal Site Medical Equipment Loan Closet Senior Center Senior Center Monday-Friday By appointment
The Columbia County Aging and Disability Resource The Senior Center provides durable medical Center delivers nutritionally balanced meals to equipment at no cost to older adults in the area who home-bound individuals. Meals are currently for are recovering from illness, accident or otherwise. delivery only, no dine-in. Meals are prepared by Sauk The equipment is loaned for short term use. We have City Catering. Deliveries can be arranged by calling canes, 2 and 4 wheeled walkers, wheelchairs, bath the Columbia County ADRC at 888-742-9233 or the benches, toilet seat extenders, commodes, and more. Dodge County ADRC at 800-924-6407. Menus can be Please have items fitted by your therapist or doctor found at www.co.columbia.wi.us. as we do not fit them for you. Please call the Senior Center at 920-623-5918 to schedule a pickup time. Suggested Donation: 60 and older—$4.50 We also accept donations of Under 60—$16.30 gently used medical equipment. *No crutches or motorized Knit/Crochet equipment please. Senior Center Wednesdays, 12:30pm-2:00pm Medicare 101 Senior Center Limited to 20 onsite. Call to Tuesday, Oct. 6, 1:00pm or 5:00pm register by 12:00pm on Monday. First come, first served for David Bomkamp with Physicians Life Insurance participation. Those not able to Company will be on hand at this free education event participate onsite can make an appointment to pick to discuss the following Medicare related topics: up yarn to take home. This knit/crochet group donates Making the most of your rights, options, and all of their finished projects to the VA Hospital, Project entitlements Linus, the NICC Foundation, and Prairie Ridge Health How and when to enroll in Medicare Clinic. What Medicare does and doesn’t cover Mindfulness Matters Meditation Group Medicare Advantage and Columbus Community Center Medicare Supplement insurance Tuesdays, 6:30pm-8:00pm And much more!
This is an in-person event. Learn the basics of Please RSVP today by calling David at 608-222-8674. meditation and share some thoughtful time together. All are welcome!
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A message from the new Columbia County Elder Benefit Specialist:
Hello,
I am Serena Robson and I am the Elder Benefit Specialist for Columbia County. Below is a little information about my role and the services I provide.
Insurance and public service programs can be complex, making it difficult for older adults to use them. My role as Elder Benefit Specialist is to help with counseling, assistance, and advocacy to people who are 60 or older. I can help answer questions and solve problems related to Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare, Medicare Part D/Senior Care, Medicaid, Food Stamps, Denied Benefits/Overpayments, Housing, Landlord/Tenant issues and other public assistance programs. Services provided by the Elder Benefit Specialist are free of charge.
All services continue to be provided via telephone during the COVID-19 pandemic, and I encourage members of the community to reach out for services when needed by giving me a call at 608-742-9210. Also, please help spread the word about these services to others you know who may need assistance.
I look forward to serving you! Aging and Disability Resource Center of Columbia County Columbia County Phone: 888-742-9233 Dodge County Phone: 920-386-3266
The Aging and Disability Resource Center honors choice, supports dignity and maximizes independence. There is no cost for the services of the Aging and Disability Resource Center.
How we help: We will talk with you wherever it is most convenient for you—in our office, in your home, over the phone, or by email. We can assist when you are faced with making decisions during confusing and difficult times.
Who we help: Older adults 60+ and adults (18-59) with physical, developmental disabilities, or aging issues Children with disabilities as they transition into the adult services system Adults with mental health or substance abuse concerns Caregivers, concerned family members, friends, and guardians
Services we offer: Information, assistance, and referral for local community resources Counseling on options to meet immediate or future needs for care Assistance to apply for public benefit programs such as Medicare, Social Security, or Medicaid Advocacy to cut through problems with benefit programs, health insurance, housing, or consumer issues Prevention and health promotion programs Link to help when someone is being abused (physically, verbally, or financially) or when someone is neglecting their own care Determine eligibility for publicly funded long term care programs such as Family Care 4 Local Resources
Columbus/Fall River Food Pantry Columbus Senior Advisory Board Members Senior Center Thursdays by appointment only We are looking for two Monthly contacts below individuals who want to make a difference in the Columbus September: First Presbyterian Church, senior community by Rev. Dietrich Gruen; serving on our Columbus Pat Wendt—920-623-3350 Senior Advisory Board. We meet the first Thursday of each month at 8:15am to discuss what is going on at October: Olivet Congregational UCC, the Senior Center and to make plans and provide Pastor Ruth Wagner-Bradshaw; feedback for policies, programs, activities, and events. Darlene Crombie—920-623-5140 You must live in the City of Columbus. To apply, please send an email to Kim Lang at [email protected] November: St. Jerome Catholic Church, Father Garrett Kau; Teresa Miller—920-623-3753 ext. 242
Local Service Organizations
4H Club W10802 County Road TT, Columbus 920-623-9983
Boy Scouts [email protected] 608-662-0892
CHLPC 105 N. Dickason Blvd., Columbus WI 53925 920-210-3359 Columbus Area Endowment P.O. Box 423, Columbus, WI 53925 www.madisongives.org/CAE Columbus Community Hospital 1515 Park Ave., Columbus, WI, 53925 920-623-1280 Cub Scouts [email protected] 608-772-5848 Girl Scouts 2710 Ski Lane, Madison, Wi, 53713 800-236-2710
Kiwanis P.O. Box 44, Columbus, Wi 53925 920-366-2558
Knight’s of Columbus 160 Waterloo St., Columbus, WI, 53925 608-669-4558 Lion’s Club P.O. Box 22, Columbus, WI, 53925 920-992-5500 Masonic Lodge 318 N. Ludington St., Columbus, WI, 53925 608-617-0173
Odd Fellows 131 W. James St., Columbus, Wi, 53925 608-622-0892 Rotary Club of Columbus/Fall River P.O. Box 272, Columbus, WI 53925 608-204-9835 5 www.cityofcolumbuswi.com
Special Resources & Dates
Columbus Meal Site Foot Clinic Senior Center Appointments are available in Beaver Dam ONLY at Meals are by delivery only. this time. Menus can be found at www.co.columbia.wi.us. Register for home deliveries, The Foot Clinic is a service of the Beaver Dam 24 hours in advance at 1-888-742-9233. Community Hospital.
Senior Center - Recycling Please call 920-887-4191 to schedule your The Senior Center accepts the following items for appointment. Please leave a message and your call recycling during normal business hours: will be returned. Wednesday is the best day to call. Lion’s Club eye glasses Lion’s Club hearing aides/batteries First visit: $33 Cell phones Follow ups: $28
Box Tops for Education Aluminum can pop tabs
Aging & Disability Resource Center Columbia County Benefit Specialist Columbia County 1-888-742-9233 Senior Center Dodge County 1-800-924-6407 Call for appointments at 920-623-5918 Questions: Elder Benefit Specialist 608-742-9210 Alzheimer’s & Dementia 2nd Tuesday of each month beginning at 10:00am Columbus Health & Rehab at Columbus Community Hospital. 920-623-1276 920-623-2520 Alzheimer’s and Dementia Alliance of WI Janet Wiegel 608-742-9055 Diabetes Support Group Columbus Community Hospital American Cancer Society Support Line 920-623-1244
1-800-227-3345 Energy Services Group Cancer Support Community Center Columbus Community Hospital Call for appointments: 800-506-5596 Cathy Butterbrodt 920-623-6433 Questions: 608-742-4088
Columbus Area Special Olympics WI Department of Veterans Affairs Mary Dodd 920-382-5501 Columbia County 608-742-9618 Dodge County 920-386-3798
25 Columbus Area Aquatic Center
Aquatic Center The interactive water activities Membership Prices Closed for the season. include an SCS Arch Jet, SCS Bar Jet City of Columbus Resident: Will reopen spring 2021. and an SCS Pipe Fall each with Family Membership: $200 individual moveable valves. Admission Individual Membership: $90 Youngsters will enjoy themselves Daily Pass 10-pack: $35 Daily: $4R / $5 NR on the large Tot Slide and the Lap Swim/Aerobic Pass: $50 2 & under: $1 individual grouped geysers. Couples Pass: $150 Pool Amenities Swimmers of all ages may sit back in one of the many lounge chairs in Non-Resident (Outside City Limits): The Columbus Area Aquatic Center, the sun or under one of the many Family Membership: $225 located at 1049 Park Avenue, has a huge fun umbrellas to enjoy the Individual Membership: $100 capacity of 792 swimmers. The cool shade. Daily Pass 10-pack: $45 outdoor, heated pool has a water Lap Swim/Aerobic Pass: $65 surface area of 12,731 square feet Concessions Couples Pass: $165 and a volume of 389,110 gallons. You'll never go hungry when visiting Its beach style "zero-depth" entry is the concession stand at the aquatic 124 feet wide and leads to a 12 feet center. Snack and dinner items, 6 inches diving area. It contains a including your favorite ice cream, one meter diving board, a new drop are served each and every day. Vortex Slide, 6 lanes by 25 yard lap Items available are all under $5.00. area, plunge area for the water slide with room for the addition of an inner-tube flume. Our body water slide has a length of 135 feet, a drop of 17.2 feet, and an average grade of 13.89%.
26 Columbus Parks and Facilities
Park Shelter and tennis courts or play equipment. These have a $25 (plus tax) service fee. Facility Rentals areas can be reserved for a fee. Please 8. The Parks Division does not rent limit use in these areas to one hour at tables, chairs or benches. You may rent a time if another group is waiting. them through a rental company or Open Shelter Reservation 5. All reservation facilities are equipped bring your own. Policies with trash and recyclable containers. 9. No firearms or weapons are The reserving group is responsible for permitted on this property. Violators 1. Park hours are from 6:00am to clean up. Glass containers are NOT are considered trespassers and 10:00pm, and the parks must be allowed in the parks. subject to forfeiture or arrest. vacated by that time. The reservation 6. Driving or parking motorized 10. DECORATIONS: If you plan on does not guarantee absolute privacy to vehicles on the grass is prohibited. decorating at the shelter, you may use any group. 7. CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS OR only painter’s tape on shelter 2. Reservations require a minimum of TRANSFERS: surfaces. Free-standing decorations are 10 days notice and are issued by the Written cancellation requests must be recommended. Nails, staples or glue Recreation Department Office. With submitted to the Recreation are prohibited. After your event, please less than 10 day notice, reservations Department Office. Full refunds are properly dispose of all of the will be double the normal fee. issued only for requests that are decorations. 3. Your receipt is your proof of received at least 2 weeks prior to the reservation. Please bring it with you. reservation date. Cancellations less A $100 refundable damage Reservation schedules are also than 2 weeks prior to the reservation deposit is required on all posted in the shelters. will have 50% of the fee refunded. 4. Shelter reservations do not include Changes in a reservation date/time or shelters. exclusive use of any other park shelter location received less than 2 amenities such as ball diamonds, weeks prior to the reservation will
Avalon Park Kiwanis Park Avalon Park is one of our newer parks and is located Located at 250 East at 611 Avalon Road between State Highway 89 and School Street, this State Highway 73. This park was developed in memory park is used mainly of Michelle Vick with the joint effort from the City of for baseball and Columbus and donated funds. softball activities
The park is divided organized through by a stream with the city's Recreation volleyball and Department. It also hosts high school and special basketball courts on athletic events. one side and a shelter with Many improvements to this park have been made restrooms for through the funds generously donated by the golfers and playground equipment for children on the Columbus Kiwanis Club who also operates a other side. Avalon Park is a wonderful place to host well-stocked refreshment stand that adds to the any of your group outings. enjoyment of visitors to this facility.
27 Columbus’ Parks and Facilities Enerpac Playground Warner Street park is a new addition to the West side of Columbus. We are grateful for the generous addition to our City. Parks and open space improve our physical and psychological health, strengthen our communities, and make our cities and neighborhoods more attractive places to live and work. This park offers interactive play, has climbing features, slides, come and check out Enerpac Playground for yourself.
Enerpac’s (a division of Actuant Corporation) corporate “Give Where You Live” program was established in an effort to give back to our local community. Our Columbus location donated time and funds to build a community park located at Warner Street (on the city’s west side) for community leisure and enjoyment. The initial work included children’s play equipment and more equipment may be added in the future. Stay tuned!
Fireman's Park This facility also hosts the largest of athletic fields Located at within the system which hosts a number of events, 1049 Park among them high school and semi-pro baseball, adult Avenue in the recreational softball, and both high school and western recreational football. quadrant of the city, this Fireman's Park is also Fireman’s Park Pavilion park is the largest home to the Deer Pen park within the city's system. The park is blessed with where these animals can such historic structures as the Fireman's Park Pavilion, be viewed in their the Scout Cabin, and the Rest Haven. The park’s open natural habitat, the Rest Haven and inviting tree-lined green space is a popular home Columbus Area Aquatic Center, tennis courts, and to passive recreational activities such as walking and playground equipment as well as walking paths and bicycling. picnic shelters. Fireman’s Park Pavilion Rental Fees Rental Type Deposit Mon-Thurs Rent Mon-Thurs Deposit Fri-Sun Rent Fri-Sun Resident $200 $200 $1000 $1000 Non-Resident $400 $400 $1500 $1500 Non-Profit Resident $200 $75 $200 $250 Non-Profit Non-Resident $300 $100 $300 $275 Rest Haven Rental Fees Rental Type Deposit Rent Mon-Thurs Rent Fri-Sun Resident $100 $75 $100 Non-Resident $150 $125 $150 Non-Profit Resident $75 $50 $75 Non-Profit Non-Resident $100 $75 $100
NOTE: Sales tax of 5.5% will be charged on all rentals. Tax exempt certificate required with application. www.cityofcolumbuswi.com
Meister Park Rotary Park Located on the north side of the city at 337 Middleton Located across Ludington Street, this park is host to organized recreational Street from Meister Park, activities such as baseball, soccer and adult recreation Rotary Park offers many on its fields. water activities such as canoeing, fishing and ice The Lions Club of Columbus also operates a popular skating at this park, as this facility fronts the Crawfish refreshment stand within the park. Installed in 2001, River Mill Pond. this park also has the latest improvements in playground equipment thanks to a generous donation New to the park is EZ Kayak Launch that was donated from the Columbus Lions Club. by the Columbus-Fall River Rotary Club and installed the summer of 2017.
While not officially within the corporate limits of the city, thanks to the generosity of the Columbus Rotary Club, which underwrites maintenance costs, this park is an absolute treasure to residents to utilize and enjoy.
CAAC Open Shelter Horsin’ Around Open Shelter Located right next to our Aquatic Nestled in Fireman’s Park at 1049 Center at 1049 Park Avenue, this Park Avenue, this open shelter has is the perfect spot for hosting a it all: a playground adjacent to the birthday party, family reunion or shelter and our Tot-Lot playground hosting a friendly gathering. With for younger children. Picnic tables your reservation for the day, why are available as well as electrical. not stop at the pool for a swim?
Davies Park Open Shelter This is the picture perfect location for a small gathering next to the Amtrak Station on N. Ludington Street. Newly added: electrical outlets for charging your phone or electronics.
Columbus’ Parks and Facilities Columbus Public Library
Columbus Public Library shares its one meeting room with the community, free of charge. Non-profits and citizens can reserve the Phyllis Luchsinger Callahan Meeting Room for use during library hours. To inquire about the room or to make a reservation, call the library at 920-623-5910.
Columbus Area Senior Center
CASC is a 6,000 square foot building from the 1920’s that originally housed the Johnson Garage. The city purchased the building due to its ideal location downtown adjacent to City Hall. Recent remodeling makes this a beautiful and unique location for small weddings and other special events.
CASC has a capacity of 140 with access to the kitchen as well as the front room; which houses a television and couches. Call CASC to rent the space at 920-623-5918.
Senior Center Rental Fees Rental Type Deposit Rent Non-Profit Half Day M-F $20 $20
Non-Profit Half Day S/S $35 $35
Non-Profit Full Day S/S $75 $75 Private/Business Half Day M-F $30 $30 Private/Business Half Day S/S $65 $65 Private/Business Full Day S/S $125 $125
NOTE: Half day is up to 4 hours; Full day is 4 or more hours. Half day M-F are only available after 3:00pm. No full day rentals M-F.
Community Center The Community Center at 161 N. Dickason Boulevard is available to rent for business meetings, family gatherings, scout meetings and more. Perfect office setup with a conference table. Additional tables and chairs are available upon request for larger gatherings.
Community Center Rental Fees
Rental Type Deposit Rent Mon-Thurs Rent Fri-Sun Resident $100 $50 $50 Non-Resident $100 $50 $50 Non-Profit Resident $100 $50 $50 Non-Profit Non-Resident $100 $50 $50
NOTE: Sales tax of 5.5% will be charged on all rentals. Tax exempt certificate required with application. www.cityofcolumbuswi.com
Columbus Public Works DPW Bulk Item Drop Off—for Winter Parking Regulation City of Columbus Residents Parking is not permitted on any City Address: 229 E. School St. Items can be brought to the DPW street once 2 inches of snow has Columbus, WI 53925 office during normal business hours fallen and until 12 hours after the Phone: 920-623-5908 or for curbside collection; both for end of snowfall. Parking is not a small fee. Eligible items include: permitted in the downtown area of Columbia County Solid Waste furniture, mattresses and box the City between the hours of provides City residents with their springs, shelving, bikes, doors, midnight and 6:00am after the weekly curbside trash pick up. windows, and other items at the accumulation of 2 inches or more of If you have any questions discretion of DPW. NOT ELIGIBLE: snow, until the street has been regarding weekly trash pick up TVs, appliances, electronics, completely plowed from curb to please call 608-742-6651. microwaves, LP tanks, chemicals, curb. Vehicles left on the street paint/stain, yard waste, and every during this time are subject to being City of Columbus day trash. Contact DPW for towed (at owner’s expense) or Landscape Recycling Center questions or to arrange drop off/ ticketed.
N3642 River Road pick up. Sidewalk Snow & Ice Brush Pick Up Open Apr. 4-Nov. 28 Removal Regulation M/W 1:00pm-6:00pm The first full week of October is the The owner, occupant, person in Sat. 8:00am-3:00pm last week for residential brush pick charge of any residence, building or up. Brush must be placed on the lot in the City abutting any street Acceptable items: curb by 7:00am on Monday, right-of-way containing a sidewalk October 5, in order to be picked up. leaves, grass clippings, brush, yard shall clear the sidewalk of snow and waste, oil, vehicle batteries ice to the width of the sidewalk Not accepted: Leaf Pick Up within 24 hours after the stop of a landscaping fabric, rocks, rail road Weather permitting, Columbus snowfall. The sidewalk shall be kept ties, boards or 2x4s, woodchips, residents can expect leaves to be clear of snow and ice. If it’s found barrels picked up during the weeks of that a sidewalk has not been Oct. 12-Nov. 16, 2020. Leaves NO microwaves, TVs, computers, shoveled/cleared, the public works must be on the curb no later than electronics, or LP tanks. director shall give written notice to Monday at 7:00am before your the property owner, occupant, or scheduled week of pickup. See the The Recycling Center will accept person in charge requiring the next page for the pickup schedule TV’s and appliances with a $30 sidewalk to be cleared within 24 prepaid sticker on the following map. Schedule is subject to hours of the written notice. Failure dates only: Saturday, Sept. 19, & change. to remove the snow and ice will Nov. 21. Pre-paid stickers are result in the City removing the available at the Public Works office To help with the efficiency of leaf snow/ice and billing the costs back or City Hall. For more information, pickup, please do not place leaves to the property owner. please contact Public Works at around utility poles, guidewires, 920-623-5908 or visit mailboxes, or park cars near leaf www.cityofcolumbuswi.com. piles.
CITY OF COLUMBUS LEAF PICKUP SCHEDULE 2020
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