Kohler Co. Pledges $1 Million to Help Refurbish Ebben Field

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VillagerVillager219 Church St., Kohler, WI 53044 FREE Published Monthly In Kohler, WI 53044 SEPTEMBER, 2008 Volume 4, Number 2 Kohler Co. pledges $1 million to help refurbish Ebben Field

KOHLER, Wis – The Kohler School Board has accepted a pledge of $1 million, extended by Chair, CEO and President Herbert V. Kohler, Jr., for the refurbishment of Ebben Field. The magnitude and timing of this gift – payable in equal increments over five years – will allow the school district to provide continuity to its athletic pro- gramming in the near term, and will ulti- mately offer a high quality sports facility the entire Kohler learning community can appreciate for years to come. “This gift represents a substantial new investment in our school district infrastruc- ture. We are grateful to Kohler Co. for the significant commitment made to our community,” said Superintendent Dr. Robert Kobylski. “We are indeed fortunate to count the Kohler Co. among our friends. I am thankful, too, for its acknowledgement that private philanthropy is perhaps the differen- tiating factor between a very good public school system and a great one, and that this gift will benefit countless students whose lives we touch.” The financial pledge will allow the school district to begin work on a master plan for Ebben field in close collaboration The track in disrepair at Ebben Field with the Village of Kohler and Kohler Co. It also enables the Kohler School District to construction of a track, viewing stands, porting the Kohler Public Schools,” said riences of our students suggests a strong announcer’s box, and the interior School Board President Dr. Jane Bishop. re-direct fundraising activities currently belief in the power of education and service geared for Ebben Field to support academic football/soccer field. “Their ongoing commitment to improving and other needs. Initial efforts will focus on “Kohler Co. has a long history of sup- both the curricular and co-curricular expe- to our community. Republican primary School in session, Holiday garbage motorists reminded schedule/service coming up September 9 to exercise caution The race for the dle class families. With school back in session, Kohler changes for 2009 Police Chief Bill Rutten asks that motorists 26th Assembly Hou-seye is run- Trash collections following the Labor please remember to drive carefully on the Day holiday will be on Wednesday, District will kick ning on a 4-point streets around the school. (The speed limit is September 3 and Saturday, September 6. off on Tuesday, platform that 15 mph when children are present in the September 9 when includes support- school zones). No Friday pick-uups for 2009 Alex Pieper of ing pro-life, proac- Parents are also reminded that there is no Seasonal Friday garbage pick-up will Kohler will chal- tive legislation, stopping or standing of vehicles in the west- end on September 26. There will be no lenge Job Hou- legislation reform, bound traffic lane on School Street, and Friday pick-ups in 2009 as a cost saving seye of Sheboygan and fiscal restraint. children should be dropped off close to the measure. The Village Board approved a in the Republican Polls will be crosswalk so they can be helped across the street by the crossing guard. Students should five-year contract and fuel surcharge sched- Alex Pieper primary. The win- open on September Job Hou-seye not cross mid-block amongst vehicles where ule with Larry’s Hauling that includes once ner will oppose Democratic incumbent 9 from 7 a.m. to 8 they are harder to see. A student drop-off a week trash pickup beginning January 1, Terry Van Akkeren in the November 4 elec- p.m. at the Kohler Village Hall. This elec- zone is located on the north side of the 2009. Members of the Village Board and tion. Van Akkeren is seeking his fourth tion will be an “open primary” where vot- building under the canopy. The pedestrian Larry Van Akkeren of Larry’s Hauling both term. ers must choose one political party and crossing zone marked with yellow lines reported observations that approximately Pieper’s platform includes focusing on stick with it throughout the ballot. See the should not be blocked by parked vehicles, only one out of five Kohler residents were the economy, lowering energy costs, and Village View news on page 19 for more and motorists should proceed with caution taking advantage of Friday collections. working for affordable healthcare for mid- voter information. through the yellow zone. 2 SEPTEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM New officer hired Correction: Due to a technical error, an incorrect to Savannah, Georgia. Below is the correct Submitted by Kohler Police Chief Bill Club and Riverside Sportsman Club. He photo was mistakenly inserted in an article photo of the troop at the Juliette Gordon Rutten will be training primarily with Officer Todd appearing in the August issue of The Kohler Lowe house. On August 4, 2008, Adam Schmitz Reinemann for three months prior to being Villager about the Girl Scout troop 543 visit began his employment as the newest police assigned to the Nights/Evening shift. officer for the Kohler Police Department, replacing Officer Steven Weiss, who will be retiring in February. Officer Schmitz grew up near St. Cloud, Wisconsin. He attended St. Mary’s Springs High School, where he was a member of their state championship football team. Officer Schmitz graduated from the University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee in December of 2007 with a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice and attended Fox Valley Technical College for his law enforcement recruit training. He also completed an internship with the Saukville Police Department, where he carried out events such as Safety Town, National Night Out, and Saukville’s 4th of July parade, and received a Distinguished Chief William Rutten swears Officer Adam Schmitz in as Service Award from the department. 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A memorial service was held at the bowl on August 8 for Austin Chase, a 15-yr-old Kohler boy who passed away after a tragic incident on July 21 while visiting family in Elko, Nevada. Friends of Chase spoke about him, left messages in a guestbook, and released 15 balloons representing his 15 years of age. Kohler accepts Lt. Governor’s Energy Star school challenge Lt. Governor Barbara Lawton where possible. Tools are available According to the EPA, U.S. schools cur- announced August 4 that Kohler Schools through the Energy Star program at no rently spend $6 billion a year on energy accepted the Lt. Governor’s Energy Star cost costs, more than they spend on textbooks School Challenge, a commitment to reduce Develop and implement a plan consis- and computers combined. Inefficient tech- energy consumption by ten percent. tent with the Energy Star Energy nologies and design rob them of an average “School districts are true leaders when it Management Guidelines to achieve of 20 percent of the energy purchased. comes to energy efficiency,” Lawton said. energy savings “With high energy costs looming on the “Tight budgets demand it. I am proud that Educate staff and community members horizon and sure losses to districts with the the leaders of Kohler Schools have accept- about energy efficiency. inefficiencies inherent to their aging build- ed the challenge to be better stewards of The Office of the Lt. Governor’s web- ing stock, school leaders need access to an taxpayer dollars and of the environment.” site will connect participants to the Energy easy way to begin to change operations and “The School District of Kohler is fully Star program and other resources, and pro- habits,” Lawton said. “Different districts committed to the ideals of energy efficien- vide testimony and coaching from may follow distinct paths to increased effi- cy,” said Dr. Robert Kobylski, superinten- Wisconsin school district energy managers. ciency, but they will all experience dent of the Kohler School District. “We are The federal Environmental Protection improved performance and health with bet- appreciative of the opportunity to collabo- Barbara Lawton and Robert Kobylski Agency (EPA) will provide participants ter lighting and air quality. And they will all rate with the Lt. Governor’s office on the with a key contact, as well as start-up and realize significant savings that became Energy Star School Challenge. Not only least 100 new school districts, nearly 25 measurement tools and technical assis- addictive and drive continued work toward will our pledge to reduce energy consump- percent of all Wisconsin school districts, to tance, online trainings, strategic advice, greater efficiency.” tion by ten per cent result in significant reduce their energy costs by at least ten per- new construction advice/guidelines, build- Lt. Governor Lawton’s office coordi- energy savings to the district, we realize our cent. ing upgrade manual, portfolio manager, tar- nates the Energy Star School Challenge, conservation efforts will also have a posi- Participating organizations simply get finder, service and product and program including management of a web page with tive impact on our local environment.” agree to: directory, calculators for upgrade and links to EPA trainings. Lt. Governor Lawton issued her Energy Make a commitment to improve energy financial value and for cash flow, financing “We’ll turn Wisconsin’s school leaders Star School Challenge in April as part of her efficiency by ten percent or more options, behavioral change suggestions, into Energy Stars,” Lawton said. Green Economy Agenda. Lawton said that Measure and track the energy perform- and “quick payback” projects. her goal for the challenge is to commit at ance of their organization’s facilities Visit The New Chef’s Corner!

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Milwaukee Junior Open Kyle Struck of Kohler took first in the 14-and-under division at the 2008 YMCA/Doug Opel Memorial Lakeshore Junior Tennis Tournament. A total of 48 participants from around the County ages 7-18 took part in the tournament.

Junior tennis team takes first at state championship A junior tennis team comprised of play- Steven Blend, Will Hapeman, Hannah ers from Sheboygan County took first place Proudman, Morgan Ross, Jenny Louwagie, Audra Hoffmann and Casey Johnson were the finals to Robert Krill of Elm Grove. at the U-12 USTA Team Tennis State Megan Wuthrich, and Audra Hoffmann. finalists at the USTA Milwaukee Country Audra, a sixth grader at Kohler, competed Championship held July 25 at Fox Cities Team members who contributed to the win- Club Junior Open Tennis Tournament held in the girls 12’s. She defeated Michell Bal Racquet Club in Appleton. The Sizzlin’ ning season but were unavailable for the July 28-31, 2008. Casey, a third grader at of Milwaukee, Nina Gerard of Bayside Servers defeated teams from Fox Cities tournament are Casey Johnson and Elyse Kohler competed in the boys 10’s. He and Cassidy Cabelka of Columbus, GA (35-19) and Green Bay (33-19) to reach the Gutschow. Morgan Ross was awarded the defeated Nick Kallman of Milwaukee and before dropping the final match to Nicole finals. The Sizzlin’ Servers then defeated a tournaments Sportsmanship Award. The David Allen of Mequon before falling in Feltz of Fond du Lac. team from Madison (23-21) to win their Sizzlin’ Servers are coached by Kyle second straight state title. Wuthrich with assistance from Jill Wuthrich Scheppmann Team members include Ben Bachman, and Brenda Blend. nails hole-in- one Kohler teen Nick Scheppmann, using a 7- iron, needed only one shot to put the ball in the cup on the 150-yard hole No. 1 at Evergreen in Plymouth. The shot occurred during the recent Sheboygan County YMCA tournament in which Sheppmann took second among 8th graders with a 70 on 18 holes. KPAL Wednesday night flag football registration coming up Back row from left: Ben Bachman, Steven Blend, Will Hapeman, Hannah Proudman. Front row from The KPAL flag football program for kids in slips. Sign-up sheets will be available at left: Morgan Ross, Jenny Louwagie, Megan Wuthrich, and Audra Hoffmann. Team members who con- grades 3-6 will begin September 10, at Kohler high school and the Village Hall. tributed to the winning season but were unavailable for the tournament are Casey Johnson and Elyse Gutschow. which time parents can pick up permission KOHLERVILLAGER.COM SEPTEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER 9 Fans, families, and race car drivers pedal to raise $25,000 in 5th Tour de Road America – Bike Ride to Fight Cancer Elkhart Lake, WI – Over 300 race fans, Although not a race, this year’s Tour de cycling gear, and items donated by local families, and cancer survivors joined race Road America featured a challenge from the businesses. Participants and those visiting car drivers and their crews from the Corvette Racing team of the American Le the ride headquarters also receive oral can- American Le Mans Series and other racing Mans Series. Team manager Doug Fehan cer awareness information from Delta series for the 5th Tour de Road America – and driver Oliver Gavin challenged each Dental. Bike Ride to Fight Cancer presented by other to not only see who could raise the Held annually since 2004, the Tour de Delta Dental yesterday evening at Elkhart most money, but also who would be the first Road America – Bike Ride to Fight Cancer Lake’s Road America. The event is a around the track. Doug emerged victorious presented by Delta Dental is 100% organ- fundraiser for three cancer charities – the in the fundraiser, with Oliver winning the ized by volunteers and has raised over Lance Armstrong Foundation, the Hole in on-track challenge. $100,000 for cancer survivorship. The Tour the Wall Gang Camp, and the Vince The entire race paddock came out to sup- de Road America is made possible by the Lombardi Cancer Clinic. port the ride, with drivers and crew from support of Road America, the American Le The weather on Friday evening was many of the racing series participating in the Mans Series and other racing series, ideal for a bike ride around the 4.0 mile, 14 bike ride. Emanuele Pirro, of Rome, Italy Giordana Cycling Apparel, Gear Grinder, turn race track. Temperatures in the low and driver of the Audi R10 in the American JHG Benefits, Bella’s Custom Design, Tria 70s, low humidity, light winds and a beau- Le Mans Series, was again eager to trade his Design and Marketing, Marketing Acuity, tiful sunset made for a great ride on the pic- four wheels for two to help in the fight Bike-n-Ski, and many other businesses and turesque race track set in the hills and against cancer, “I have participated in this individuals. For further information on the moraines of eastern Wisconsin. special ride already in previous years and Tour de Road America, including photos from previous events, visit www.peloton- Great weather always helps, but event did not hesitate a second when I was asked photo – THAWLEY whether I would participate again this year.” ride.org organizers credit a team effort among participants, racing series and teams, fans, and Continued Pirro, “Many families still suffer track officials for the event’s success. from the consequences of cancer. With the “It’s a lot of work, but it always comes ride we are setting a sign and make a small together really well,” said volunteer Co- contribution to fight cancer.” $624,999 Although the ride is complete, organizers Director George Siegle, of East Lansing, Call for MI. “For most of us, we’re not doctors or will continue fundraising Saturday with a Appointment! cancer researchers, and so we can’t directly silent auction of auto racing memorabilia, heal or find cures for cancer. But coming together like this, to support organizations LAKE MICHIGAN FRONTAGE that do that kind or work and help people survive cancer – that we can do!” Co-Director Brett Edgerle of Kohler said, “As of last night, we estimate we’ve raised about $20,000, and Saturday’s silent auction will put the total closer to $25,000 – $519,000 This is the life... Private sunrise and sunset. Exposed maybe more.” The event’s principal benefi- Ranch must be toured to appreciate. Definitely more ciary, the Lance Armstrong Foundation, than you think from the street. Not a drive-by! Make administers cancer survivorship programs your Appointment today! nationally. But the event also has a local Call Amy Gutschow for more information connection, funding Wisconsin children for (920) 377-1948 a week at the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp or visit www.AmyGutschow.com for seriously ill children, and by also shar- ing its proceeds with the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic in Sheboygan. photo – THAWLEY Sheboygan County Family Kohler Schools Health & Fitness Day to hold Parent/ bike ride Community The Kohler Tourism and Promotion advantage of the rest stops that will provide Committee, along with Kohler School refreshments and food to get you on your Night Friends, are sponsoring a fitness ride on way. Sag support and sweep riders are avail- September 27 at 8:00 a.m. Participants will able for cyclists needing assistance. Wednesday, Sept. 10th have a choice of either a 7 mile or an 18 Helmets are required. The event is FREE mile ride along the Old Plank Road Trail. and open to all ages. If you are interested in 6:30-7:30 pm All routes begin and end at Kohler Schools. volunteering, please contact Suzanne Fink Whether you are a new parent to the dis- Along the routes you are encouraged to take at [email protected] trict or a seasoned veteran, or a community member looking for a way to connect with the school, you won’t want to miss Kohler School Parent Night. Depression support group This is your opportunity to reconnect with friends you haven’t seen for a while, series offered meet some parents new to the district & find Major depression is a common and often fessional. Meetings are held in the lower out what exciting things are on the horizon serious illness that affects an estimated 33 to level meeting room of the United Way for the groups that support Kohler School. 35 million U.S. adults at some point during building, 2020 Erie Avenue, Sheboygan. 6:30-7:00 Welcome to new parents their lifetime. To support recovery of those There is no charge to participate and -KSF New Parent committee currently experiencing depression, Mental group size is limited to 12 participants. Health America in Sheboygan County is Those interested in attending should contact 7:00-7:05 Kohler School Foundation offering a six-week Health and Hope Mental Health America at 920-458-3951 for -Foundation representative Support Group which will be facilitated by a one-page registration form which needs to 7:05-7:10 Booster Club Rachel Gretebeck, a therapist with be returned prior to the first session. - Booster club representative BridgePoint Health in Sheboygan. Mental Health America, formerly the The series is scheduled from 10 - 11:30 7:10-7:15 Performing Arts Organization Mental Health Association, is a nonprofit, a.m. on Thursdays beginning September 18 -PAO representative and concluding on October 23. United Way affiliated agency that has The sessions are open to any adult cur- served as a clearinghouse for mental health 7:15-7:20 Kohler School Friends PTO rently being treated for major depression information for 45 years. Print materials on -Kohler School Friends PTO President and who are receiving help from a family depression and other disorders are available 7:20-7:30 Administration doctor, psychiatrist, therapist, or other pro- at no charge by calling the organization. 10 SEPTEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM John Michael Kohler Arts Center receives four-star rating from Charity Navigator Rating Acknowledges Center’s Financial Responsibility and Stability

The John Michael Kohler Arts Center Center is extremely proud that only 17 per- Best Services to Make Life Easier.” Over exhibitions with a free subscription to a has received a Four-Star Rating from cent of the charities rated have received at four million people viewed information on beautiful bi-monthly newsletter, email news Charity Navigator, America’s largest inde- least two consecutive four-star evaluations, the Charity Navigator website last year. and special invitations. so this rating indicates that the John To learn more about charitable donations pendent evaluator of charities. This is the Funds from the Arts Center’s member- second consecutive year the Arts Center Michael Kohler Arts Center outperforms to the John Michael Kohler Arts Center, ships support all the exhibitions, perform- received the organization’s highest rating. most charities in America in its efforts to phone McBrearty at (920) 458-6144 or visit Charity Navigator helps private and cor- operate in the most fiscally responsible way www.jmkac.org. View the Arts Center’s ances and programs members enjoy. But porate donors make smart decisions about possible. The Arts Center is accountable to Charity Navigator report at www.charity- they also fund some of the quieter programs their charitable giving. It does so by rating its many individual, corporate, and founda- navigator.org. that enhance quality of life for many in the nonprofit organizations on their financial tion donors and to government granting region, including: constructive opportuni- agencies for being a responsible steward of stability and their ability to use donations Become an Arts Center ties for at-risk youth, outreach programs for efficiently. It also examines the percentage its resources and is pleased to be recognized Member and Enjoy Up to traditionally underserved audiences, in- of funds a charity uses to meet its mission as worthy of their trust.” versus the percentage used to pay staff Charity Navigator works to advance a Three Extra Months of school arts presentations for thousands of salaries and other overhead. more efficient and responsive philanthropic Benefits Free area schoolchildren, free and low-cost art- In a letter to the Arts Center, officials marketplace by evaluating the financial In August, start or renew an annual making activities for families, and a thera- with Charity Navigator wrote, “Your organ- health of more than 5,300 of America’s membership with the John Michael Kohler peutic environment for the developmentally largest charities. Founded in 2001, the ization excels, as compared to other chari- Arts Center and enjoy up to three months of disabled. Memberships also help the Arts ties in America, in successfully managing organization—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit— extra benefits for free! Members receive Center offer free admission year-round. the finances of your organization in an effi- accepts no donations from the charities it discounts on performances, classes, work- cient and effective manner. This consisten- evaluates. Rather, it is supported by indi- shops, birthday parties, Preschool and All yearly memberships purchased or cy in your rating is an exceptional feat, viduals, corporations, and foundations that more. They also receive a 10 percent dis- renewed before August 31, 2008 will be especially given the economic challenges believe in the importance of its services. count in both ARTspace shops—located in honored through October 31, 2009. many charities have had to face in the last TIME magazine named Charity the Arts Center and in the Shops at Memberships start at $30 for students, $48 Navigator “One of America’s Coolest 50 Woodlake in the Village of Kohler—plus year.” for individuals and $60 for families. For Mary Jo McBrearty, the Arts Center’s Websites for 2006.” In 2007, Business Week free admission to Holiday Continental, a more information or to join the Arts Center, chief development officer, understands the inducted the website into its Philanthropy party just for members and their guests. importance of fiscal responsibility to the Hall of Fame, and Kiplinger’s Financial Members keep up to date on the Arts call (920) 458-6144 or visit institution’s financial donors. “The Arts Magazine named the website “One of the Center’s many activities, performances and www.jmkac.org/JoinToday. New tea classes meet local demand To introduce varied geograph- Upcoming classes include: ic approaches to worldwide tea Morning class: “Using Tea As drinking and in response to the a Culinary Ingredient.” September 13, 11:00 to 12:30. 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FOR SALE to hold golf marathon Oak entertainment center $150; coffee table $150; craft Fair display $125; desk chair $125; phone $75; 2 dark gr. window valances $50 ea.; 3 laminate fundraiser bookcases $40 ea.; dresser $75; boy’s bike $45; Sheboygan Falls, WI -- On Monday, “This fundraiser format has proven suc- 2 bikes $95 ea.; b’ball hoop light (in box) $60; dart board $45. September 22 Pine Haven Christian cessful in other communities so we are host- Call 457-7175 Communities Foundation will hold their ing it in the local area,” says John Haack, first golf marathon fundraiser. The event, to Director of the Pine Haven Christian be held at Riverdale Country Club, will Communities Foundation. “All proceeds kick off with breakfast at 6:30 a.m. A shot- Classifieds are $5 per issue. Payment must accompany ad or be made by 20th of month. gun start at 7:15 a.m. will begin play. will be used to provide the highest quality Please do not request billing for classifieds. of life possible for the senior residents who Make checks payable to Riverdale is located at 5008 S. 12th Street Terra Media, L.L.C. and mail or leave in drop box at 219 Church St., Kohler, WI 53044 in Sheboygan. live at our facilities.” Players can sign up individually and be Pine Haven Christian Communities matched with a team or can create their own began in Sheboygan Falls in 1950. team consisting of either a twosome or Currently they offer senior housing at two threesome. Based on the brisk pace of play, facilities: Pine Haven Residential Center foursomes aren’t feasible for the event. A ENGAGEMENTS which has 140 licensed rooms and Pine $100 entry fee per player includes 100 holes of golf, cart, breakfast, food and Haven Skilled Nursing Care with 71 resi- Schneider/Murphy refreshments on the course, and player dents are both at the 531 Giddings Avenue, gifts. Each player also receives a packet Sheboygan Falls location. Prairie Crossing, Monica Schneider of Naperville, with details for soliciting donations for each 40 apartments for assisted living, is at 1280 Illinois and Jonathan Murphy of hole played. There will be special prizes for Kohler are engaged to be married. Pine Haven Lane in Sheboygan Falls. The golfers raising the most money. With 30 Their parents are Michael and newest development, Pine Haven-Oostburg, golfers maximum, those interested are Cynthia Schneider of Naperville, will offer 24 assisted living apartments. encouraged to sign up early. Illinois and Roger and Roelle Murphy The marathon is designed so golfers can Construction is scheduled to begin soon and of Kohler. complete their rounds by mid-afternoon be complete in late 2009. While Pine Haven The future bride graduated while enjoying the fellowship of the overall Christian Communities are supported by 18 December, 2007 with a Bachelor of event. In order to do that, golfers play mul- local churches, residents of all faiths and Science degree in Operations and tiple balls on every hole. For example, on Supply Chain Management from Iowa backgrounds are welcome. Pine Haven’s par four and par five holes, a golfer tees off State University, in Ames, Iowa. She mission is to provide quality, compassionate and typically plays two balls, while on par is employed by New Holland care in a Christian environment. three holes, he or she typically plays six Construction on an SAP implementa- For more information, to register and balls. Thus, each golfer completes multiple tion project. holes but has only had to play one hole on obtain a player packet for the golf marathon, Her fiance graduated May, 2007 the course. call John Haack at 467-2401, ext. 151. from Iowa State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering. He will gradu- ate in December 2008 with his Masters of Science in Information Assurance at Iowa State. He will be employed by NSA in January, 2009. A wedding is planned for May 16, 2009 at Baker Memorial United Methodist Church in St. Charles, Illinois. The couple will honeymoon in Hawaii. MEETING DATES

Health and Hope Support Group for adults being treated for major depression Six-week series begins Thursday, September 18 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. at the United Way building, 2020 Erie Avenue, Sheboygan. Call Mental Health America for information, 458-3951. Kohler Seniors Meeting September 8, 1:30 p.m., Village Hall. Our guest speaker will be Bill Wangemann with history of Kohler and Sheboygan notes. All are welcome. Kohler School Friends Second Monday of the month at 11:15 a.m. in the Theatre lobby. SPECIAL Kohler Police Athletic League (KPAL) OFFER! Second Thursday of every month at the firehouse. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. 50% OFF OUR SKILLS Kohler Soccer Club ASSESSMENT. OFFER VALID Second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Library. THROUGH SEPTEMBER. MUST Kohler Athletic Booster Club MENTION THIS AD. First Monday of each month (excluding July) at 7:00 pm in the Library. Kohler Kiwanis Club Every Wednesday at noon at The American Club, lower level banquet rooms 1-800-EDUCATE (unless noted otherwise). Lance Northey, president. 459-2920 Ext. 1102. Washington Square Plaza 2912 S. Business Drive, Sheboygan Announcements and milestones are printed free of charge. Mail or leave in drop box at: Terra Media, L.L.C., 219 Church St., Kohler, WI 53044. www.educate.com Please include self-addressed stamped envelope to ensure return of photo prints. Classifieds are $5 per issue. Make checks payable to Terra Media, L.L.C. KOHLER TIMES Kohler Public School Newsletter Produced and published by the School District of Kohler with the cooperation of staff, community members, and the Village of Kohler SEPTEMBER 2008 EDITION

Superintendent notes: New e-mmail Welcome back! Students will receive detailed information on other less visible signs of change, such as our new safety and securi- address for I know it is hard to believe, but summer vacation is ty plan during the first few weeks of school. Besides the rapidly coming to a close. As we prepare for the first day Kohler Times physical changes, there are numerous changes within our of school on Tuesday, September 2nd, I hope that all of staff. There are a total of eleven new assignments. This you had a wonderful summer, including some sunny days submissions includes new hires, as well as staff members who have spent with family and friends. We are fortunate that each School staff, board members and committee members taken on new positions. Please join me in welcoming fall we have the opportunity to experience new students, (Kohler School Friends, Booster Club, etc.) sending these new staff members to the KPS community. new friends, new places to explore, new ideas to try, new submissions to the Kohler Times school newsletter Finally, the professional staff at the Kohler Public should use the following e-mail address: things to learn, as well as renew our old and comfortable Schools is dedicated to providing each and every child relationships. Most of all, a new school year allows for a [email protected] with a nurturing and fulfilling learning environment. Once renewed sense of purpose. Non-school related articles, announcements, ads, etc. should continue again, we ask for all members of our learning community There is much to look forward to in the ‘08-‘09 school to be e-mailed to: [email protected]). to embrace our educational journey as we embark upon year. Know that the Board of Education, faculty, staff the 2008-2009 school year. Consider this an open invita- members, and administration are committed to providing tion to join us at any of the myriad of academic and co- creative and meaningful learning opportunities for all stu- curricular activities or events in dents. We are confident that this will be our best year yet! support of our students. Upon their return, students will notice a few physical I wish everyone an enjoyable changes to our campus, most notably the start of the KOHLER KARE and productive school year. Ebben Field renovation project. This project, which will Registration for the 2008-09 Kohler Kare and After benefit our students for years to come, was made possible School Kare can be done by picking up the forms Yours in education, by a generous contribution from Kohler Co. I know I either from Mrs. Neil in the cafeteria or from the Bomber Pamphlet Shelf in the hallway outside the speak for the entire learning community as I offer our sin- Dr. Robert Kobylski District Office. Please contact Mrs. Neil at 459-2920 cere gratitude to Kohler Co. for this gift. Ext 1493 with any questions or concerns.

Important school phone School front office look- SUBSTITUTE ing for volunteer greeters TEACHERS directory information The front office is looking for parent volunteers to help out at the front counter in the district/high school NEEDED! **Corrections and Extra Directories** office by greeting incoming/outgoing guests and veri- If you are interested in substitute fying that they have signed in/out. We are looking for teaching in the Kohler School If you have corrections to information from last year’s directory, and/or personable people that would be willing to help out on District and have a valid teaching if you would like to order extra copies beyond the free copy your household a regular basis in two hour increments of time (or more license or substitute teacher certifi- will receive, please email [email protected] with your name and information. if you can). If you are interested in assisting two really cate, please call Nikki at 459-2920, You will be billed $2 for each additional directory at the time they are deliv- nice secretaries, please call Nikki Schneider at 459- ext. 1000. ered. 2920, ext.1000. Cafeteria help KOHLER SCHOOLS Picture needed OPEN HOUSE Retake Day September 25, 2008 10:30-1:00 p.m. JK - Grade 6 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. October 8, 2008 Applications must be received by September Grades 7 - 12 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 5, 2008. Contact Wendy Nasgovitz 459-2920 x1304 or Nikki Schneider 459-2920 x1000 for Kohler School Friends will again serve ice an application. cream afterward. Kohler Lunch/ playground Schedule: “B” Schedule Days Listening Sessions 4K & Daycare--11:00 2008-2009 5K--11:20-noon September 2 (1st Day of School) 1st/2nd grade-11:25-12:05 September 12 With the 3rd/4th grade-11:35-12:15 October 10 5th/6th grade-11:45-12:25 November 14 Principals Middle school--11:30-12:10 December 12 High School--12:12-12:45 January 16 Please join Elementary Principal, Susan Jaberg, and February 13 Secondary Principal, Lee Benish, for a listening session On B schedule days, lunch times will be ten minutes March 13 on Tuesday, September 30, from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. in the earlier for everyone except 4K/Daycare students. April 17 Library Please note the first day of school runs on a B schedule. May 8 14 SEPTEMBER,THE KOHLER 2008TIMES – NEWSLETTERKOHLER VILLAGER OF KOHLER PUBLIC SCHOOLS KOHLERVILLAGER.COM Junior Varsity Swimming (Girls) – 2008-2009 Tuesday Aug. 26 @ Chilton High School Away 6:00PM Kohler Football Jerseys Tuesday Sep. 02 @ Milwaukee Lutheran HS Milwaukee Lutheran HS 6:00PM Tuesday Sep. 09 @ Sheboygan South Redwing Relays Sheboygan South Redwing Relays 6:30PM Saturday Sept. 20 @ Milwaukee Lutheran Away 10:00AM Saturday Oct. 11 @ Sheboygan South Redwing Invite Sheboygan South Redwing Invite 12:30PM available for $25 each Tuesday Oct. 21 @ Two Rivers High School Two Rivers High School 6:00PM Thursday Oct. 23 @ Berlin High School Berlin High School 6:00PM Our football team is proudly wearing Green and Gold on the field but we still play for the Blue & White – own a little history and wear it with pride. (Call soon, the selection is going fast!!!!) Contact Lisa Bocchini at 458-6674, [email protected]. Students, mark your calendars! Any Kohler student wearing blue and white at the following athletic events will get in FREE. Come support your Kohler Blue Bombers! Friday, Sept. 5 Varsity Football at Ebben Field – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23 Volleyball JV and Varsity Volleyball – 6:00 p.m. JV starts varsity to follow Tuesday, Sept. 30 Varsity Soccer at Ebben Field complex - 4:30 p.m. Junior Varsity Volleyball (Girls) – 2008-2009 Tuesday Aug. 26 @ Green Bay Southwest Quad Green Bay Southwest Quad 4:30PM Tuesday Sep. 02 @ Saint Mary’s Springs High School Saint Mary’s Springs High School 5:30PM 2008 Soccer Sweatshirts for sale Thursday Sep. 04 Lutheran High School (Sheboygan) Kohler High School 6:00PM Tuesday Sep. 09 Hustisford High School Kohler High School 6:00PM (logo in office) Thursday Sep. 11 Oostburg High School Kohler High School 6:00PM Saturday Sep. 13 @ St. Mary’s Springs Invite St. Mary’s Springs Invite 9:00AM Front – Kohler High School, Blue Bomber Soccer (with Bomber dropping soccer balls) Tuesday Sep. 16 @ Stockbridge High School Stockbridge High School 6:00PM Thursday Sep. 18 @ Howards Grove High School Howards Grove High School 6:00PM Back – Great players impact games. Great teams win Championships Tuesday Sep. 23 Elkhart Lake High School Kohler High School 6:00PM Hooded sweatshirts- $26.00 Thursday Sep. 25 @ Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove High School 6:00PM Saturday Sep. 27 @ New Holstein Invite New Holstein Invite 9:00AM Long Sleeve Shirts - $15.00 Thursday Oct. 02 Random Lake High School Kohler High School 6:00PM Short Sleeve T-shirts $10.00 Thursday Oct. 09 @ Ozaukee High School Ozaukee High School 6:00PM Personalization available. Order forms in School office or contact Lisa Bocchini – 458- Tuesday Oct. 14 @ Sheboygan Co Christian High Sheboygan Co Christian High 6:00PM 6674, [email protected]. Orders due in Office by September 5 Varsity Volleyball (Girls) – 2008-2009 Tuesday Sep. 02 @ Saint Mary’s Springs High School Saint Mary’s Springs High School 7:00PM Thursday Sep. 04 Lutheran High School (Sheboygan) Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM How to help your child Saturday Sep. 06 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School Gym 9:30AM Tuesday Sep. 09 Hustisford High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM Thursday Sep. 11 Oostburg High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM Saturday Sep. 13 @ Sheboygan County Classic Sheboygan County Classic 9:00AM succeed on standardized tests Tuesday Sep. 16 @ Stockbridge High School Stockbridge High School 7:30PM Thursday Sep. 18 @ Howards Grove High School Howards Grove High School 7:30PM Submitted by Susan Jaberg / Elementary Principal Tuesday Sep. 23 Elkhart Lake High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM Thursday Sep. 25 @ Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove High School 7:30PM Standardized tests are more common today than ever before. Saturday Sep. 27 @ New Holstein Invite New Holstein Invite 9:00AM Thursday Oct. 02 Random Lake High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM Tests are used to measure student achievement. Thursday Oct. 09 @ Ozaukee High School Ozaukee High School 7:30PM Tests are used to tell our school which skills students need to improve. Tuesday Oct. 14 @ Sheboygan Co Christian High Sch Sheboygan Co Christian High Sch 7:30PM Saturday Oct. 18 @ Conference Tournament Conference Tournament Tests are used to design lessons to raise your child’s academic performance. @ Howards Grove @ Howards Grove TBA Tests are also used to evaluate our school’s performance. Tuesday Oct. 21 Regionals Kohler High School Gym TBA Friday Oct. 24 @ Regionals Regionals TBA You can boost your child’s performance on standardized tests. The following tips may Saturday Oct. 25 @ Regionals Kohler High School Gym TBA help your child feel confident and well-prepared to succeed. 1. Attendance makes a difference. *Come everyday. *Come on time. *Try not to schedule appointments and vacation during school hours. 2. Good Health = Good Test Scores. *Eat breakfast? *Get at least 8 hours of sleep. *Encourage your child to exercise daily. 3. Read for Success. *A child who can read well is more likely to succeed in school. To overcome test anxiety, don’t have your child cram. Remind your child to read the directions and don’t waste time worrying about a question you can’t answer.

NWEA Testing is a national test that is given to students in grade 2-9 in late September. WKCE Testing is a state test that is given to students in grade 3-10 in early November. Children with KOHLER TIMES is published for residents of the Kohler School District disabilities Kohler Public Schools 333 Upper Road, Kohler, WI 53044 920-459-2920 procedure Board of Education The school district must locate, identify, and Dr. Jane A. Bishop, President, evaluate all children with disabilities, includ- Jim O’Donnell, V. President ing children with disabilities attending pri- Diane Venn, Clerk vate schools in the school district, regard- John Suralik, Treasurer less of the severity of their disabilities. The Laura Kohler, Member school district has a special education District Administrator screening program to evaluate all children Dr. Robert Kobylski with suspected disabilities and are at least Editor three years old. Upon request the school Mary Struck district will screen a child who has not grad- E-mail submissions: [email protected] Phone: 331-4904 uated high school to determine whether a Online Archives: kt.kohlerschoolfriends.com special education referral is appropriate. A request may be made by contacting Jeff Kohler Times deadline: Dickert, District Administrator, Kohler School 20th of every month District, at 459-2920 x1003. KOHLERVILLAGER.COMTHE KOHLER TIMES – NEWSLETTER OF KOHLER PUBLIC SCHOOLS SEPTEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER15

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BOARD OF EDUCATION Kohler School District REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTES Monday, July 21, 2008

The Regular Board meeting of the Board of Education, Kohler Public School District, was Superintendent’s Report: 2. Policy 321.1 – Restricted School Activities – This item was tabled. held at 7:00 p.m. in the Kohler School Library, Dr. Jane Bishop, Board president, presid- - Dr. Kobylski publicly thanked the Board of Education for their assistance D. Consideration of Board support for Village of Kohler non-motorized ing. The meeting was announced in the Sheboygan Press and the agendas were post- with the transition. Federal Grant request – Discussion was held. ed at the Kohler Village Hall, the Kohler Public Library and the main entrance of the - Dr. Kobylski has met with many students, parents and staff thus far and school building in compliance with the Open Meeting Law of Wisconsin Statutes. the administrative team is working on getting things set for the upcoming Moved by Mr. O’Donnell, seconded by Ms. Kohler to approve the Board sup- school year. port for the Village of Kohler non-motorized federal grant request which will Dr. Bishop called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. in the Kohler Library. - The administrative team will be holding a retreat prior to the start of include a safer way to get to school, and allow a walking path/walking trail school regarding building leadership. or sidewalk which is planned for the south side to connect east and west. All Roll call was taken by Ms. Venn, Board Clerk. ayes. Motion carried unanimously.\ Present: Dr. Jane A. Bishop President - Classroom changes were discussed along with 10 new placement Jim P. O’Donnell V. President changes noting that at this time, there are no elementary positions open. Action on Ebben Field bleacher repair(s)/replacement - Discussion was Diane L. Venn Clerk Class room lists have been sent to the Kohler Times. held. The bleachers at Ebben Field have failed the inspection report per- John Suralik Treasurer - Lee Benish has been working hard at filling the remaining MS/HS posi- formed by Bleachers’ Inc. and need to be removed. The cost to the district Laura Kohler Member tions; at this time, a part time math, English and Social Studies positions to bring in temporary bleachers for the upcoming football season equals Dr. Robert Kobylski Superintendent remain unfilled. approximately $6000/per game. The superintendent was directed to consider Susan M. Jaberg EL Principal - Professors from China visited and toured the school this week. selling the metal to offset the cost of taking down the existing bleacher sys- Wendy Nasgovitz HR/IT Administrator - Recent storm issues were discussed – mechanical, air conditioning con- tem. Administration may need to consider looking for other field options as Tamra O’Keefe Psychologist trol, flag pole. Our UPS system was disabled and we are using a loaned an alternative site for the upcoming season. Lee Benish MS/HS Interim Principal system at this time. Nikki L. Schneider Secretary to Supt/Board - Tamra O’Keefe is completing DPI state reporting paperwork, fund 27 Moved by Ms. Venn, seconded by Mr. O’Donnell to direct the superintendent budgeting issues and preparing for the special education inservice. to have discussion with the Village of Kohler regarding demolition of the At 6:02 p.m., moved by Dr. Bishop, seconded by Ms. Venn to move to Closed - Dick Wasson from Neola met during the week to bring Dr. Kobylski up to existing structure. Session: Mr. O’Donnell, aye; Ms. Venn, aye; Ms. Kohler, aye; Dr. Bishop, aye. date on the status of the school district policies. Motion carried unanimously. - Dr. Kobyski will meet on Monday with Diane Kelly, SCC chair. Discussion was held. Ms. Venn amended the motion. - Dr. Kobyski will meet with Jeff Dickert to review next year’s budgeting Dr. Bishop called the meeting back to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Kohler Library. th Moved by Ms. Venn, to direct the superintendent to have the bleachers process and will have the actual numbers on October 15 . removed. Motion failed due to a lack of a second. - The auditors will be in the building tomorrow. Report Of Action Taken During Executive Session Moved by Mr. O’Donnell, seconded by Ms. Venn to authorize the superinten- - Mr. O’Donnell announced the hire of Grade 3 teacher, JK/Daycare teacher, football Consent Agenda: coach. dent to have the existing structure removed and to work with Buildings and Moved by O’Donnell, seconded by Ms. Kohler to approve all items on the Grounds Committee regarding two alternative replacement options; a differ- Consent Agenda. All ayes. Motion carried unanimously. Items Of Concern Regarding Agenda/Open Meeting For Questions From The Public ent venue or to arrange suitable temporary bleachers for the 6 home games None. Action and/or Discussion Items: not to exceed $10,000. Announcements of Finance Committee’s recommendations: Review of the Financial Statement Discussion was held. Mr. Suralik notes that if we use a different venue, we To approve the Kohler School Foundation donation – Discussion was Dr. Kobylski presented the report on the financial statement noting that the final numbers may lose concession stand and gate fees. Replacement would = $200/seat. th held. Dr. Bishop requested that we obtain the letter with an actual signa- Mr. O’Donnell amended the motion. from DPI will be coming October 15 . ture. Reports or Recognitions Moved by Mr. O’Donnell, seconded by Ms. Venn to authorize the superinten- Moved by Mr. Suralik, seconded by Mr. O’Donnell to accept the Kohler dent to have the existing structure removed and to work with Buildings and A. Presentation of the Board of Education Art Award – Dr. Bishop presented Ms. Stacy School Foundation donation. All ayes. Motion carried. VanDyke with the Board of Education Art Award. Grounds Committee regarding two alternatives regarding replacement; a dif- B. Board President’s Report: To approve the 2008-09 temporary budget – Discussion was held. ferent venue or to arrange suitable temporary bleachers for the 6 home - The Board of Education along with Jay Hoekstra will work with the Village of Kohler Moved by Mr. Suralik, seconded by Mr. O’Donnell to approve the 2008-09 games not to exceed $8,000. All ayes. Motion carried. with regard to the non-motorized transportation grant. temporary budget as presented by administration. All ayes. Motion car- At 8:28 p.m., moved by Ms. Kohler, seconded by Mr. Suralik to adjourn - The Board of Education, Kohler Company and the Village of Kohler will work collabora- ried. tively regarding the Ebben Park Project (current phase and overall picture). The Board the meeting. Ms. Venn; aye, Mr. O’Donnell; aye, Ms. Kohler; aye, Dr. of Education and the Village of Kohler will work toward hosting community input ses- To approve the one year contract with Taher Food Service Contract – Bishop; aye, Mr. Suralik; aye. Motion carried unanimously. sions regarding this collaborative effort. This item has been tabled until the August meeting. - The Buildings & Grounds Committee and the Village of Kohler will be meeting at 6:00 Respectfully submitted by: p.m. on August 4th at the Village Hall. Consideration of C&I Committee’s recommendations: Kohler School District - The Board of Education, Dr. Kobylski and the search firm Hazzard, Young and Attea, 1. K-8 Science Textbook Purchases – Discussion was held. Nikki L. Schneider th Inc. will be holding a Board of Education Retreat on Friday, August 15 from 7:00 a.m. Moved by Ms. Kohler, seconded by Mr. O’Donnell to approve the K-8 Admin Secretary to the Supt/Board to noon. An additional retreat will be held in the fall. Science Textbook purchases as presented by administration. All ayes. Board Committee Reports: Motion carried. - The Finance Committee: The food Contract with Taher, Inc. remains open at this time C. Consideration of Policy Committee’s recommendation - and will be up for approval at the August Board meeting. 1. Policy 665 – Internal Audit and Policy 665 Exhibit – Internal - Curriculum & Instruction Committee: The science textbooks are up for approval tonight. Control Procedure Documentation – This item was tabled. SEPTEMBER LUNCH MENU 16 SEPTEMBER,THE KOHLER 2008TIMES – NEWSLETTERKOHLER VILLAGER OF KOHLER PUBLIC SCHOOLS KOHLERVILLAGER.COM Kohler School District receives Sixteen Projection Units for 2008-09

The Kohler School Foundation is pleased to present a “It makes sense for the district to be able to reach them donation of $54,000 to the Kohler School District for six- in the way they’re comfortable learning.” Students and teen additional projection units for classrooms. The teachers will be able to use the projectors for presentations Project: Project into the Future campaign was a great suc- and online classroom research among other ways to learn. cess, thanks to a compilation of community members’ gen- Second grade teacher Lori Neurohr has already recognized erous donations. The vast majority of classrooms now have benefits, having regularly used one of the seven units the technology, as installation took place over the summer installed during the 2007-08 school year: “It is a wonder- so teachers can hit the ground running this school year. ful way to demonstrate the use of computer programs, show The projection units will allow teachers to present con- online videos… that enhance curriculum. Now that I have cepts in a new, more visual way for students, as they can be this resource, I cannot imagine teaching without it.” directly linked to the instructor’s classroom computer. The Kohler School Foundation wishes to thank all of “Living in a technology-driven society, students today the generous contributors to Project: Project into the Future have become very visual,” says Wendy Nasgovitz, infor- and will continue to accept donations to ensure the few mation technology specialist at Kohler School District. remaining classrooms receive the technology.

The Kohler School Foundation extends its deep appreciation for the generous community support of the Project: Project into the Future campaign. Recognizing the immeasurable value of investing in our education system and in our students is a most worthy cause. These individuals and businesses are making a positive difference. We thank you for a successful campaign. LEADER ($1001+) Mark & Lesley Cassidy Anthony & Leda Fessler Matt & Lydia Jacobson James & Laura Conklin Melvin & Lorrie Free David & Nina Kohler Nancy Ellrodt Harlan J. Held Kohler Co. Stephen & Judy Farwig Carl E. Hitchcock Laura Kohler & Steve Proudman Norman & Debra Giertz Michael & Julieann Jarentowski Randy & Rita Romanoski Lars & Ingrid Graff Larry & Sue Kampman Jim & Sarah Hapeman Erna Kovacic INVENTOR ($501 - $1000) Ruzdi & Mirdita Hidri Curt & Kathryn Mauer Mark & Barbara Quasius Daniel & Kelly Kasten Eric & Allison Moore John & Margaret Suralik Bernhard & Patricia Langel Paul & Celeste Nugent Stu & Marlene Yang Karl & Patty Linck David & Tamra O’Keefe Jim & Jackie O’Donnell Dr. Elizabeth C. Piasecki THEORIST ($251 - $500) James & Cynthia Reilly David & Anne Ritter Russ & Caren Chung William J. & Debra Stastny Ken & Kerri Roeder Paul & Sonia Egbert Craig & Robin Stock William R. & Mary Young Sachse Steven & Susan Jaberg Diane F. Torke Barbara Schroeder Jeffrey & Karen Overly Kevin & Mary Struck Mrs. Wm. A. Reiss Sr. & INITIATOR (up to $100) Ken & Jeanenne Thompson Patricia P. Reiss Revocable Trust David & Audrey Aardappel Lawrence & Beatrice Thorpe Francis & Robyn Windsor David & Michelle Albrecht David & Kelli Vroom Kirby & Gail Andersen Ray & Marlene Wondergem EXPERIMENTER ($101 - $250) Mark & Elise Cantrell Paul & Sara Breitenbach Bruce & Mary Ann Erickson

Hats and Haystacks, Buckles and Boots! It’s the Kohler School Foundation’s Fall Follies 2008! The Kohler School Foundation is gearing up for Fall Follies 2008, a fundraising event to benefit the KSF Annual Fund for Kohler School. All alumni, parents, community members and friends are encouraged and welcome to dust off your cowboys boots, slap-on your ten gallon hat, round-up your buddies, and plan to head on down to the Kohler Stables on Lower Falls Road the evening of October 10 for a boot scootin’ good time! There will be vittles and drink, line-dancin’ demonstration and lessons, silent and live auction festivities, and a whole lot more that will make you let out a big yee haw! So mark your calendars and keep a look-out for the invitations coming in September. For information or questions please contact: Kristin Renzelmann at 451-0044. KOHLERVILLAGER.COMTHE KOHLER TIMES – NEWSLETTER OF KOHLER PUBLIC SCHOOLS SEPTEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER17 High School Musical Auditions Scheduled Kohler and Howards Grove High Schools proudly announce Disney's blockbuster hit High School Musical as the fall musical production. Auditions will be held at Kohler Memorial Theater on September 4 and Opening September 8 from 5:30-9:00pm. We invite all interested high school students to prepare 16 bars of music and join us for auditions. If you are not able to attend, please call drama director Travis Knier at 920-286-1313. Day Mark your calendars for the smash hit musical as it comes to life on our stage. Due to its popularity and demand, an additional performance has been added. Performances are scheduled for November 13, 14, 15 and 16 Schedule at the Kohler Memorial Theater. We will need parental assistance with the production too! We need help with props, costumes, sets, GRADES 9-12 ticket sales and promotions. Community adults who wish to work behind the scenes should also contact one of the directors. Tuesday, September 2 EMERGENCY OR INCLEMENT WEATHER M week CLOSING PROCEDURES Doors open at 7:45 a.m. Updated: 8/24/2008 7:45 - 8:00 Office business As we begin another year, it is once again time to review the procedures for school closings due to inclement weather. As in the past, we ask parents to discuss this issue with their children NOW - before the actual emergency occurs. If Make Guidance appointments. you are generally not home during the day, be sure your child knows NOW where they are to go if school closed early (Will they go home with a classmate? Older sibling? A relative? Have you made prior arrangements with this individual to Move into lockers be on “stand by” for these occasions?) In emergency closing situations, forty or fifty children wanting to call home/work to find out where to go, seriously delays the entire closing process. Please make sure your arrangements in advance and be **NOTE: Students should print off sure your child is fully aware of what to do. their schedules and locker combina- Any decision to close schools for all or any portion of a school day will be made as early as possible in order to afford parents the opportunity to make alternate child care transportation plans. All closing announcements or early dismissals tions and bring them to school the first will be made on the following area radio/television stations: day of classes. WHBL (1330 AM), WXER (104.5 OR 96.1 FM ), WSTM (91.3 FM) “The Breeze,” WLKN (98.1) 8:00 - 8:47 Period One WTMJ - Channel 4, WFRV - Channel 5, WISN - Channel 12, NBC 26 - Channel 26, WLUK -Channel 11, WITI - Channel 8:50 - 9:42 Period Two 6, WBAY-TV/DT 2 - Channel 2. 9:45 - 10:32 Period Three 10:35 - 11:22 Period Four ONGOING SCHOOL POLICIES 11:25 - 12:12 Period Five No Latex Balloons Latex balloons cannot be brought into the building because of students with severe latex allergies. Mylar balloons Lunch 12:15 - 12:45 are the safe alternative. 12:48 - 1:35 Period Six No Animals on School Grounds 1:38 - 2:25 Period Seven It is Kohler School District’s policy that no animals are allowed on school grounds. Dogs and cats must be on leash- es and on sidewalks when near the school. If a student or parent would like to bring a pet to school, he/she must 2:28 - 2:50 Period Eight receive permission from the Principal in advance. This policy is in effect for the safety of our students. 2:50 - 3:15 Students report to Tardy? Absent? Parents, please call the office the Theatre In the event that your child will not be attending school or will be tardy, please call the attendance voice mailbox and let the office know the reason for the child’s absence/tardiness. You can reach the Attendance voice mailbox by dialing 459-2920 Ext. 5. School Immunization Law Fact Sheet for Parents Parents: Recommendations for both Tdap and varicella vac- Are there exceptions to the Tdap and varicella The Wisconsin Student Immunization law was recent- cines are made by the Advisory Committee on vaccine requirements? ly changed . Two different vaccine requirements Immunization Practices to the Center for Disease Yes, there are two. The first is with Tdap vaccine. If were added which may affect your child’s compliance Control (CDC). your child will be entering 6th, 9th or 12th grade and with the law. The change will go into effect this fall already received a tetanus-containing vaccine (eg. What are the new requirements, what grades are with the beginning of the 2008-2009 school year. Td vaccine) within the last 5 years, your child is com- affected and when will they begin? Parents are required to have their children vaccinated pliant and Tdap vaccine is not required. Check the The Wisconsin Student Immunization Law will or claim a waiver by indicating their choice on the box marked “Td,” enter the date it was received on require: attached Student Immunization Record and returning the Student Immunization Record and return it to it to their child’s school. The following fact sheet 1 dose of tetanus, diphtheria and acellular pertus- school. The second exception is for varicella vaccine. should help to answer your questions about the new sis vaccine (Tdap) for students entering 6th , 9th If your child had chickenpox disease, even after the requirements: and 12th grades, and 1st dose of varicella vaccine, further doses of the 2 doses of varicella (chickenpox) vaccine for stu- New Tdap and Varicella Immunization vaccine are not required. Check the “Yes” box to the dents entering Kindergarten, 6th and 12th grades Requirements for Students chickenpox disease question on the Student beginning in the 2008-09 school year (this coming Immunization Record and return it to school. Why are these requirements being made? fall). From 1986 through 2004, Wisconsin had the 5th If my child already had pertussis disease, should What do parents need to do? highest rate of pertussis (whooping cough) in the he or she still get the Tdap vaccine? Have your child vaccinated with Tdap and/or varicella nation with almost 5,000 cases being reported in Children who have had pertussis disease should vaccine if he or she has not already received the 2004 alone. Pertussis outbreaks occur because pro- receive Tdap according to the routine recommenda- vaccine(s). Record the date(s) of the immunization tection declines 5-10 years after completion of child- tions because the length of protection provided by in the bold outlined box(s) on the enclosed Student hood DTP/DTaP vaccinations. Tdap is a new vaccine disease is unknown and because the diagnosis can Immunization Record, sign it and return it to your that is recommended for adolescents and is anticipat- be difficult to confirm. This is not an exception to the child’s school. To claim a waiver for health, religious ed to help prevent pertussis from occurring including Tdap requirement. or personal conviction reasons follow the instructions pertussis outbreaks in schools. Pertussis can place a on the Student Immunization Record and return the significant burden on children and parents as a per- Where can I get Tdap and/or varicella vaccine for signed form to your child’s school. son with pertussis must be isolated for a minimum of my child? 5 days of antibiotic treatment. Also, be sure to add the Tdap and varicella vaccine These vaccines are available from your child’s doctor dates to the permanent immunization record you or local health department. Please have your child Two doses of varicella vaccine have been shown to keep for your child at home. In the future, s/he may immunized well in advance of school opening to be more effective than one dose in preventing “break- need to give these dates to other schools, colleges avoid the late summer rush at doctor’s offices and through disease” cases of chickenpox in children of or employers. immunization clinics all age groups. 18 SEPTEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM

KOHLER PUBLIC LIBRARY LOCATION: FALL HOURS: Kohler Public Library is housed with the Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m. school library in the school building at Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. LIBRARY LINK Sunday 1-4 p.m. 333 Upper Road. KOHLER PUBLIC LIBRARY September, 2008

LIBRARY PARKING SPOTS upcoming year. The library would be we follow the Motion Picture Just a reminder that library parking happy to purchase travel guides specif- Association of America’s rating I try to not purchase DVDs that are spots are for library patrons only. ic for your destination. Stop in, or scale. Therefore we do not circulate Unrated, but sometimes it is the only Please don’t park there if you are drop- email [email protected] items rated PG-13 to children under edition available. When we do add ping off or picking up your kids, or 13 or R rated items to children those DVDs to our collection we will attending an after school events. NEW MATERIALS: under 17 (unless they have a written always label them as R, even if the Tickets will be issued if you are parked Please call 459-2923 or email Erin at permission slip on file). theatrical release was PG-13. there illegally. This policy is to ensure [email protected] if you that elderly patrons and patrons with have suggestions of items to purchase Recently, DVDs have been released The Adventures of Young Indiana small kids don’t have to park at the back for the library. in “UNRATED” editions. I want to Jones season 1 of the parking lot. take a minute to clarify what the dif- The Air I Breathe BOOKS ference is between unrated and NOT Death at a Funeral SPECIAL PROGRAMS Fiction RATED. DVDs that are released of Definitely, Maybe\ Smoke Screen Sandra Brown made for TV movies or television Drillbit Taylor BOOK DISCUSSION It Only Takes a Moment Mary Jane series are often NOT RATED, which Feast of Love Tuesday, September 23 Clark means that they were never reviewed Fool’s Gold 6:30 Foreign Body Robin Cook or rated by the MPAA. We usually The Good Night As part of The Big Read, sponsored by Vi Agra Falls Daheim use common sense when labeling Grace is Gone Mead Public Library, we will be read- Fearless Fourteen Evanovich those items, more often than not giv- Greek: season one ing and discussing Fahrenheit 451. Rough Justice Higgins ing them a PG-13 if they are violent In the Valley of Elah Please stop in for a free copy of the 20th Century Ghosts Joe Hill (Stephen or PG if they are intended for chil- John Adams book and a list of events in the area. King’s son) dren. The Kite Runner Heart Shaped Box Joe Hill Love in the Time of Cholera KNIT CLUB Damage Control Jance UNRATED editions of movies that Meet the Spartans We meet the second Tuesday of every Mercedes Coffin Faye Kellerman have been released to theaters are Michael Clayton month at 6:30. Please join us for an Compulsion Jonathan Kellerman quite different. This rating means Minutemen evening where we work on our proj- Curse of the Spellmans Lutz that the DVD contains material that Mr. Woodcock ects and share our skills. Everyone is Killer View Pearson was cut out by production to make Muppet Show season 2 welcome. Last Kiss Luanne Rice the film fit into a lower MPAA rat- Nim’s Island Moscow Rules Daniel Silva ing. The material has been added One Missed Call GOING ON VACATION??? LET back into the movie for its DVD P.S. I love you US HELP YOU!!! DVD release and therefore it can be quite Stop-loss Please let Erin know if you or your A note on MOVIE ratings!!! more “adult” than what you saw in Untraceable family is planning a vacation for the Here at the Kohler Public Library, the theater.

Pets of the month at the Sheboygan County Humane Society

See all the Humane Society’s adoptable pets at MySCHS.Petfinder.com Visit the Sheboygan County Humane Society at: 3107 N. 20th St. Sheboygan, WI 53083 920-458-2012

Shelter hours: Monday: Noon - 4:30 p.m. Tues.& Thurs: Noon - 6:30 p.m. Wed. & Fri.: Noon - 4:30 p.m. Saturday: Noon - 4:00 p.m. Closed Sundays.

The Humane Society offers discount adoption rates on adult cats. Please help us end pet overpopulation in Sheboygan County, please SPAY and NEUTER your pets.

“Sassy” “Reeses” #C8-08-0788 – I’m a three-year-old Calico female. I was found by a girl #O8-07-114 – Hollanders shouldn’t be homeless, neither should while she was visiting her grandmother. She couldn’t take me home with Germans or Italians. I’m a Dutch rabbit, female just over 2 years old. her, so I was brought to the shelter to find my forever home. I am a very Rabbits make fantastic pets and I promise not to chew on your wood- sweet girl that loves to be held and petted. Is there room in your heart en shoes! for me? KOHLERVILLAGER.COM SEPTEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER 19 THE VILLAGE News and notices from the Village departments VIEW Also visit www.kohlervillage.org

Village Meetings Scheduled for September to have a bake sale, as long as it is not inter- Kohler water distribution maintenance, please **Fall Flag Football ** 9/3 Public Library Board 4:00 pm fering with the organized flow of traffic in call 459-3881. Fall Flag Football will begin on (at Library) the polling place. Do voters have to buy Sunday, September 6, from 3:00- Garbage Pick-up 9/8 Property Committee 4:45 pm something? Of course not! 4:00 pm at Lost Woods Park. As a reminder, seasonal Friday garbage pick-up 9/8 Finance Committee 6:00 pm It is okay to enthusiastically support the can- $10.00 Fee Residents and $15.00 non-residents. will end on September 26. 9/11 Plan Commission 4:30 pm didate of your choice. It is not okay to do it Registration Deadline September 4. Please reg- 9/15 Village Board 7:00 pm at the polling place. Political signs must be Holiday Garbage Schedule ister at the Village Hall. All meetings are held at the Kohler Village at least 100 feet from the entrance, and no Due to the Labor Day holiday, trash collections Registrations Hall, 319 Highland Drive, unless otherwise “electioneering” is allowed at the polling for that week will be one day later than regular- Registration for all programs is required before indicated. place. ly scheduled. Therefore, trash collections will participation is allowed. Please take note of It is okay for the local TV station to film FROM CLERK/TREASURER LAURIE be on Wednesday, September 3rd and Saturday, deadlines. Most registration slips are available outside the polling place or film a broad LINDOW th to download at kohlervillage.org. “sweep” inside the voting area. It is not okay September 6 . When a holiday falls on a Fall Elections for anyone to film or photograph voting in Monday all garbage pick-ups will be one day Actions taken by the Village Board during The Partisan Primary will be held Tuesday, such a way that it may violate the voter’s later than scheduled. For example, Labor Day their meeting on July 21, 2008: September 9, 2008, and the General Election right to privacy. falls on Monday, September 1, therefore In response to letter from Marilyn Hanson, will be held Tuesday, November 4, 2008. The garbage pick-ups for that week will be on If a voter is registering to vote at the polling 807 W. Park Lane and other concerned resi- polling place is located in the Kirkpatrick place on Election Day, it is okay for the Wednesday, September 3 and Saturday, dents regarding a drainage issue, followed Center at the Kohler Village Hall, 319 Election Inspector to ask for a Wisconsin September 6. the advice of Attorney Bauer that because Highland Drive, and will be open from 7:00 am driver’s license number. (In fact, it is now there is no public easement, the Village has to 8:00 pm. Building Permits required by federal and state laws.) It is not A reminder that building permits are required no right or obligation to affect storm water Voter registration is required to vote in the okay for any election official to require the for new structures, additions, remodeling, acces- drainage in this area Election. If you are not already registered, you voter to show a Wisconsin driver’s license, sory structures, pools, plumbing, electrical, Approved five-year contract and fuel sur- can register on Election Day at the polls or by or any photo ID, unless it is being used to HVAC, siding, roofing, fences, signs and drive- charge schedule with Larry’s Hauling and to stopping in the Clerk-Treasurer’s office during show proof of residence. Other documents ways that encroach on right-of-way. Any ques- implement once a week trash pickup starting regular business hours, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm, to may be used to prove a voter’s residence as tions about building permits and/or permit fees January 1, 2009. complete a registration form. You will need well. can be directed to Pete Scheuerman, Village Approved charging non-residents $5.00/per- your Wisconsin driver’s license number or state It is okay for voters to come to the City Building Inspector, at 920-526-2200, or the son swimming pool admission fees if not ID number. If registering on Election Day you Clerk’s office now if they have moved since Public Works Department at 459-3881. accompanied by a resident and $2.00/person will need to provide proof of residence. An the last election. An updated voter registra- admission fee if accompanied by a Village acceptable form of proof of residence includes tion is required to ensure voters’ names It is necessary to have approval from Kohler resident. a current and complete name and residential appear on the poll book in the right ward. It Co., if stated in your property deed, and the Approved Operator’s licenses as requested. address. Some examples are: WI driver’s is not okay to show up at the wrong polling Village Plan Commission before construction Approved change of agent for Class A and B license or ID card; residential lease; real estate place on Election Day and expect to vote. In begins on projects including, but not limited to beer and liquor license for the American tax bill; utility service statement. Wisconsin, a voter can only vote in the ward fences, accessory buildings, garages, home Club including the Carriage House/Design where she/he resides, unless voting absentee. additions and decks. Guidelines are available at Center/Woodlake Market/Inn on Wisconsinites Must Pay Attention When Voting the Public Works Department that include nec- Woodlake/Sports Core/River in State’s ‘Open’ Partisan Primary For more information regarding the Wisconsin essary items for submission to Kohler Company Wildlife/Blackwolf New or infrequent voters in the Village of Partisan Primary Election or Election Day and the Village Plan Commission. Run/Riverbend/Stables/Wisconsin Kohler should remember that Wisconsin’s voting, please contact the Village of Kohler Household Hazardous Waste Collection Trader/Cucina including the outdoor patio September 9 partisan primary election allows Clerk’s Office at 920-459-3873 between the area/Craverie/Quarantine/Kohler The Sheboygan County Household Hazardous them to choose any party in the voting booth, hours of 7:00 am and 4:00 pm. Experiential Learning Center/Demonstration Waste Collection has exceeded it’s budget for but not more than one party. Kitchen/Kohler Waters Spa from Jamie Office Hours 2008 and will have no more collections for the Walters to Steven Rose Since the early 1900s, Wisconsin has had an The Village Offices will be closed Monday, remainder of the year. Collections will begin Approved hiring Brenna Hogan as a new “open primary” which gives voters more choic- September 2, 2008, in observance of Labor again in January 2009. If you have any ques- Recreation Department employee es on Election Day. The partisan primary is a Day. Regular office hours are 7:00 am – 4:00 tions on the cleansweep program you can con- Approved May and June 2008 Revenue & “party activity” in which voters may assist a pm, Monday - Friday. tact 1-800-255-5092. single party in choosing its nominee for the Expense Reports. general election. FROM POLICE CHIEF WILLIAM RUT- FROM RECREATION DIRECTOR SUSIE Approved building permit from Boston Store TEN www.kohlerpolice.com WANDSCHNEIDER at Deer Trace Shopping Center to replace Our open primary system allows you to receive School is back in Session Village pool Hours Elder Beerman signage. a ballot without publicly declaring any party Now that school is back in session, please Open swim hours will be as follows: Approved building permit application from affiliation and without making up your mind remember to drive carefully on the streets Fall Pool Schedule Kohler Co. for Canac signage at 950 before you get to the voting booth. But you around the school. The speed limit is 15 mph Open Swim Saturday and Sunday 2:00-4:30 Woodlake Road. can’t vote for candidates of more than one when children are present in the school zones. pm, Lap swimming 3:30-4:30 Recognized Laurie Lindow in achieving the political party. In other words, choose one There is no stopping or standing of vehicles for Tuesday and Thursday 4:30-6:30 pm, Lap designation of Certified Municipal Treasurer political party and stick with it throughout the the westbound traffic on School Street. Also, swimming any time. of Wisconsin. ballot. parents that drop children off in the morning should do so close to the crosswalk so the stu- Water in Motion The elector is given a ballot and, in private, Monday-Wednesday-Friday 7:00 AM chooses the party or independent he/she will dents can be helped across the street. Students that are crossing in mid-block amongst the This is an energizing experience in the shallow vote for. At the partisan primary, an elector water. A cardio workout and muscle toning are VILLAGE BOARD may vote only in one party or for independent vehicles are harder to see and are not as safe. Also remember that students can now be the emphasis for this class. We candidates. Tom Leonhardt, President dropped off on the north side under the canopy encourage participants to wear All offices up for election appear on the ballot to avoid the traffic. water shoes, but they are not John Egan whether or not the party has fielded a candi- required. Ability to swim is not Thomas Gast FROM PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTEN- date. Even if there is no ballot candidate for a necessary. Please bring towels, shampoo and Bill Kunst DENT BRUCE NEERHOF soap. particular office in a party, voters still may John Pethan write in a candidate’s name. The exception to Leaf Collection th Fee $1.00 for residents per session Steve Reinbacher this is the Independent ballot. The only inde- Leaf collection will start on October 6 and $2.00 non-residents per session John Renzelmann pendent candidates that will appear on the continue until December 1st. Leaves should be A card will be available for purchase at the September 9, 2008 primary ballot are inde- raked into the street along the curb in a three- pool. The cost will be $10.00 for 12 sessions for Clerk-Treasurer pendent candidates for legislative office (State foot (3’) wide row. No grass clippings, sticks, residents and $22.00 for non-residents. Laurie Lindow Senator or Representative to the Assembly). or other garden debris is allowed. The performance of these candidates in the pri- Deep Water Cardio and Abs Police Chief mary will affect their eligibility for state grant Fire Hydrant Flushing and Water Valve This class is held on Tuesday and Thursday at William Rutten Exercising 5:30-6:30pm. The participants in this class wear money. Independent candidates for Congress, Public Works Supt. district attorney or county offices will appear During the months of October and November, a flotation belts for buoyancy. 25 minutes are on the November ballot. the Village Public Works Department will be cardio exercises, 20 minutes targeting specific Bruce Neerhof exercising water valves. The Department will muscle groups and 15 minutes are spent in the Fire Chief Election Day Pointers for the Fall Primary also be performing maintenance on fire shallow water targeting the core muscles. You Mike Lindstrom Election hydrants and flushing the mains. The work will need not be a strong swimmer to take advantage Wisconsin’s September 9 partisan primary elec- be performed Tuesday through Thursday. of this class. Recreation Director tion is right around the corner. Here are some Residents should be aware that there will be The fee for this class is the same at the AM Susie Wandschneider reminders to voters of what is acceptable and periods of cloudy and discolored water as sedi- class. Librarian unacceptable behavior at the polling places. ment and mineral deposits in the water-mains Erin Coppersmith It is okay for local volunteer organizations are disturbed. If you have any questions about 20 SEPTEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM

KOHLER Original Recipe Chocolate of the Month Cherry Almond Candy Bar This month, Kohler Original Recipe Chocolates presents the Cherry Almond Chocolate Bar. Dried cherries are com- Top chefs featured bined with pure vanilla and fresh almonds to be hand-formed by our Chocolatier into the perfect size bar. The Cherry Almond Chocolate Bar is at the Midwest’s top one of six intriguing chocolate bar combi- nations available in the candy counter at Craverie Chocolatier Café at the Shops at Woodlake. The alluring and carefully food & wine event boxed bars make perfect picnic indul- gences as the end of summer approaches. All of the KOHLER Original Recipe Chocolate varieties are available October 23-26 at Craverie or online at: www.kohlerchocolates.com. The 2008 Kohler Food & Wine Experience Chefs and auction winners from the communi- tickets are now available for food and wine ty. Friday’s Taste of Vine (Hotel Package connoisseurs to learn from nationally renowned Guests Only) at the Kohler Design Center, Claim The Name Contest Winners Announced celebrity chefs, wine experts and regional Shake & Stir Martini Party ($35) with Jon The Village of Kohler’s Very Own Manitowoc were the winners of the Claim restaurateurs for its eighth consecutive year on Ashton on Friday evening, Grand Wine October 23-26, 2008. Tastings ($25) on Friday and Saturday from Coffee Shop has been named Brewed the Name Contest. Each of these contest 4:30-6 p.m., and the Sunday Champagne Awakening. participants submitted the name “Brewed TICKETS The new coffee shop located next to Brunch ($60) at The American Club will be Awakening” and will receive a 25-Drink The schedule, tickets and pricing for the repeated. This year’s Feast of Talent ($150 - Woodlake Market at The Shops at 2008 Kohler Food & Wine Experience are (Hotel Package Guests Only) hosted at The Woodlake (formerly Mobile Mud), now Punch Card. Brewed Awakening is open available online at www.kohlerfoodandwine.net American Club will feature courses prepared by has a name thanks to three area coffee Monday-Friday 6:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; or by calling 800-344-2838. Events sell out Top Chef’s Ilan Hall and Hung Huynh, Tony quickly and it is advised to make reservations lovers! Susan Jaberg and BJ Chimenti both Saturday 7:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.; Sunday Mantuano, Jon Ashton, and Giuseppe Tentori, from Kohler and LeAnn Truss from early to help ensure best selection and avail- with a dessert course prepared by Kohler 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. ability. Events, locations and times are subject Original Recipe Chocolates. The new Saturday to change. evening Oktoberfest ($25) event featuring a CELEBRITY PRESENTERS & live band and beer tasting will make its debut DESTINATION KOHLER CHEFS this year in the Main Stage Tent. Two highlight- This year the event showcases the winners ed events for this year include the Dinner with of the hit culinary television series Top Chef. Augusta National’s Chef Bruce Sacino ($150) CALENDAR OF EVENTS Top Chef Season 2 Winner Ilan Hall and Top at Whistling Straits on Saturday and the Riedel Chef Season 3 Winner Hung Huynh will host Vinum Glass Seminar and Tasting ($85) with S.C.I.O. Farmers’ Market Live Music at The Horse & Plow Sean Petrie at the Appley Gracious Living demonstrations on the Main Stage. These chefs Fridays through October 3 Scott Schmidt Jazz Trio - Thursday, will be joined by Top Chef Judge Gail Stage – each guest receives a set of four 11a.m. - 5p.m. September 18, 8 - 11 p.m. Simmons. Riedel Glasses. Complete details at Fresh vegetables, flowers, pastries, breads and The Horse & Plow is proud to present live Additional “top” chefs and presenters at this www.kohlerfoodandwine.net. more. Now located next to Woodlake Market music throughout the year. Open to the public; year’s event include: COMPLIMENTARY ACTIVITIES at The Shops at Woodlake. Complimentary demonstrations, tastings and no cover charge. For more information, call - 2008 Food & Wine Best New Chef Giuseppe Intentions Reiki Seminar activities are scheduled during the Kohler Food (920) 457-8888. Tentori September 13 at 1 p.m. & Wine Experience weekend in various loca- - Bruce Sacino, Executive Chef at the Augusta Learn about healing energy at our free semi- My Favorite Things - Chocolate Shop & Spa tions throughout the Village of Kohler: National Golf Club nar. Call 920-457-9543 for more information Package Available Sunday-Thursday through - Renowned Cheese Expert Laura Werlin - Gourmet Grocer Vendor Fair at Woodlake and reservations. December 31. - Tony Mantuano, Chef and Partner of Market Spiaggia the only 4-star Italian restaurant in - The Shops at Woodlake - tastings, specials, Historic Wisconsin Room Dinner This package includes a $50 Shops at Woodlake Chicago trunk shows, drawings & events Thursday Evenings through October 30 gift certificate; a two-course lunch, non-alco- - Master Sommelier & Dean of Wine Studies - Chef demonstrations and samplings at The Experience a Wisconsin Room dinner reminis- holic beverage, and two Kohler Original Recipe at The French Culinary Institute Andrea Kohler Design Center. Enter for a chance to cent of the typical Wisconsin foods of the peri- Chocolates at the Craverie Chocolatier Café; od. Wisconsin Room Restaurant Chef Immer Robinson win a KOHLER Karbon Faucet and 8 Degree and a 50-Minute Chocolate Pedicure at Kohler - Four-time Participant Wine & Cocktail Stainless Steel Sink Benjamin Sommerfeldt has created a celebra- Waters Spa. $150 per person. Price includes Expert Anthony Giglio - Gourmet MarketPlace at The American Club tory three-course prix fixe dinner for two guests including biodynamic wine pairings. gratuity and tax. Call for information and reser- - Celebrity Chef and Resident Chef on CW’s HOTEL PACKAGES $90. Call for reservations 920-457-8000. vations 920-457-8000. The Daily Buzz Jon Ashton Hotel packages for the weekend are avail- 2008 SPECIAL EVENTS able at The American Club. Prices for the Taste Co-sponsored by Food & Wine magazine, of the Vine Package that includes the Taste of Kinesis Now Available at Sports Core the event offers a weekend full of flavor with the Vine Event start at $375 per person and the The state-of-the-art, wall-mounted sys- ments, Kinesis suits the wellness needs of gala wine tasting events, wine & spirits semi- Feast of Talent Package prices start at $833 per nars, culinary demonstrations, artisan cheeses person featuring two tickets to both Taste of the tem allows participants to gain strength, every user. Whether individually or in and gourmet food makers, and specialty shop- Vine and Feast of Talent. Reservations can be balance and flexibility while improving groups, people of all ages can use Kinesis ping. made by calling 1-800-344-2838 or visiting cardio endurance during a 30-minute work- – for general health improvement, sports DestinationKohler.com. Package prices based “In addition to the fantastic chef talents that out. Burn more than 30% more calories training, muscle toning and more. we will have on property, some of the most on double occupancy. Packages also available with Kinesis compared to a “traditional” Its unique design allows for over 200 popular seminars are the wine and liquor pre- for single occupancy. workout. Small group classes will be con- different exercises and an infinite variety sentations. Specialty brands of wine include SPONSORS ducted in the lower level Sports Core of movements, addressing the wellness Grgich Hills, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Louis The following are the 2008 sponsors of the Wellness Room this fall. The equipment Jadot, Altesino, Teyssier, and Patròn and Kohler Food & Wine Experience: Ameriprise incorporates a 360-degree rotating pulley needs of the broadest possible range of Svedka liquors,” said Ulrich Koberstein, Financial, Badger Liquor, Carey, Destination system that enables users to move safely users. Users will include those involved in Destination Kohler - Group Director of Kohler, Food & Wine Magazine, igourmet.com, sports, martial arts, rehabilitation programs Culinary Arts. Johnsonville Sausage, KitchenAid, Kobrand, and freely in any pattern their body can The weekend features new and time-hon- L’eft Bank, Midwest Airlines, Reinhart Food facilitate. Full-gravity technology means and more. ored favorite events. The classic Thursday- Service, Sartori Foods, Stone’s Throw Winery, that the level of resistance is consistent Contact the Sports Core for more infor- evening Kohler Chefs’ Challenge ($10) on the Sub-Zero and Wolf, Torké Coffee Roasting Co., throughout the range of movement. mation and to schedule a session at Main Stage features the Kitchens of Kohler The Village of Kohler. With its natural, tri-dimensional move- 920-457-8000.