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VillagerVillager219 Church St., Kohler, WI 53044 FREE Published Monthly In Kohler, WI 53044 APRIL, 2011 Volume 6, Number 9 Kohler School Board Kohler Schools approves one-year to hold listening teacher contract extension session on budget On March 17, 2011, the Kohler School Board approved a Memo- shortfall randum of Understanding with On March 17, 2011, the Kohler = Adding additional layoffs or po- teachers to extend the current con- School Board approved a one-year sition reductions in the future tract for a period of one year. The contract extension with its teachers = Considering a wage freeze for contract extension includes signif- for the 2011-12 school year. administrator and other posi- icant reductions in pay and bene- Teachers agreed to a salary freeze, tions consistent with teacher fits for teachers as well as work a 15 percent contribution to health concessions rule changes providing the Board care premiums and to one-half of The community will have an with greater flexibility. the total required contribution to opportunity to provide input and Under the Governor’s proposed the Wisconsin Retirement System. share their thoughts about the budget and expenditure projections This amounts to a savings of budget during three superintendent based on the current school year, roughly $462,000. Additional con- listening sessions: Thursday, Kohler Schools will have an esti- cessions pertain to work rule March 31 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 mated $600,000 to $650,000 School Board approves Memorandum of Understanding changes. p.m. in the district conference budget shortfall in the 2011-2012 room; Saturday, April 2 from 9:00 contribute 15 percent towards teacher with 30-day notice pro- The $462,000 in savings re- school year. Kohler teachers have a.m. -10:30 a.m. in Woodlake Mar- the premium. vides greater flexibility in man- duces the projected budget agreed to historic reductions, help- ket; and Thursday, April 7 from = Employees who do not partici- aging district finances $600,000-$650,000 shortfall. ing to significantly close this gap. 7:00 p.m. -8:30 p.m. in the district pate in the health insurance plan However, there is still a budget These reductions exceed those that The Board and the Administra- conference room. and receive a contribution to a gap. The budget shortfall includes would be realized under the tion believe this contract extension The district budget is built on tax sheltered annuity instead of a structural deficit being carried Budget Repair Bill. The reductions is an opportunity for Kohler the per-pupil amount the state al- health care will see the maxi- forward and a 5.5 percent cut in the also exceed those offered in sur- Schools to provide needed finan- lows the district to raise through mum contribution reduced from revenue limit as proposed in Gov- rounding districts with similar cial savings to the district and pro- local property taxes or state aid, $7,900 to $4,000. ernor Walker’s state budget. agreements. vide stability and focus for and other voter approved spending. = Employees will be responsible In the coming months, the Kohler Schools shaped a one- teachers in these uncertain times. The revenue limit is the amount for the employee portion of the Kohler School Board will cau- year contract extension with teach- The extension provides the district raised through property taxes or Wisconsin Retirement System tiously decide what to reduce, ers to provide time to thoughtfully with approximately $112,000 in state aid as defined by the state. contribution. change, or eliminate in the budget move into the landscape required savings over and above what The Kohler School Board uses the = The top tier of the longevity pay in order to close the budget short- by the Budget Repair Bill. The would likely be achieved through full amount of the allowed revenue chart is eliminated. fall. The following ideas are under Board is working to ensure teach- the Budget Repair Bill. The con- limit to fund Kohler Schools at the = Teachers in middle and high consideration: ers remain focused on educating tract extension means teachers’ maximum level. At the risk of un- school will move from two = Reducing some electives at the children. This extension provides take home pay will be reduced be- dermining a quality education for preparation periods per day to high school level that focus and also provides the tween 8% - 11%. According to dis- the students, which in time could one period and either teach an = Offering some high school elec- time for the Board to create the trict analysis, the extension reduce property values, the School additional section or be as- tives on an every other year new relationships and working provides the potential for $462,000 Board has the power to reduce signed a professional or super- cycle rules needed in July 2012. in savings in the coming school taxes by not funding at the full rev- visory responsibility. = Expanding the middle school = The extension includes the fol- year. Under the Budget Repair enue limit. = Teachers who retire at the end model to include grades 6 lowing: Bill, those savings would likely be The challenge each school of the 2011-2012 school year through 8 = A salary freeze at the current $349,000. board faces is maximizing revenue, will receive a benefit that is half = rate (the right to bargain wages, The Kohler Board would like to Combining 6th grade band with balancing the budget, and honoring of the current benefit (tax shel- the 7th and 8th grade band as stated in the Budget Repair extend deep appreciation to our the contribution property owners tered annuity from $10,000 to = Bill, is waived for one year). teachers and staff working together Reducing or eliminating 6th make through taxes. When overall $5,000 or health care from grade summer band lessons = All salary lane and step in- to shape a framework in the best property value in a community de- $20,000 to $10,000). = creases are frozen. interest of Kohler students. Driving full enrollment capacity creases, each property owner pays = A provision that allows the = Employees who participate in at each grade level more to the school district for each Board to reduce or layoff a = the health insurance plan will Limiting expenditures on stu- $1000 of property value. Think of dent workbooks in early ele- Kohler property value as a pie, mentary grades when the pie shrinks, each portion Plans in the making for Village = Reducing secretarial and/or of the pie must contribute more to other support positions raise the same amount of money to = Combining facility/operations fund the school district. of Kohler Centennial management with other admin- Because the Kohler School Dis- On November 13, 2012, the Peter Fetterer, and Cindy Howley. ning of this major event, please istrative positions tric is challenged by the need to Village of Kohler will celebrate its Since the beginning of the New contact the Village Clerk/Trea- = Increasing athletic and other balance its budget, to maximize Centennial. In preparation for this Year, the Committee has been surer’s Office at 920-459-3873 extra curricular fees revenue, and to minimize property one hundred year celebration, the meeting on a bi-weekly basis to or email [email protected]. = Charging a fee for athletic trans- tax impact, community input is Village Board has established a plan for the 2012 Centennial. Prior The next Centennial Committee portation needed. Please attend one of the Centennial Committee. The mem- to this, Steve Reinbacher had meeting is scheduled for Wednes- = Reducing or eliminating funding listening sessions to recommend to bers are the Village Board Presi- begun the initial work with the day, April 6, 4:00 p.m., at the for performing arts and funding the Board ways to balance the dent along with Sheryl Lindstrom, Centennial Committee. If anyone Kohler Village Hall and is open to it on ticket sales budget and, at the same time, main- Thomas Leonhardt, Amy Biznek, would like to assist with the plan- the public. = Increasing meal prices tain a high quality school district. 2 APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM From the Village Board President . . . The past sev- youth of today. My personal best Board President.” A personal void eral weeks wishes are extended to Mr. Marty is still felt with the untimely death have created Lexmond, School Board President of Steve Reinbacher. Sincere con- much turmoil Dr. Jane Bishop, and the other four dolences continue to be with Ann for WI, both School Board members, and the Reinbacher and her family. at the state school staff as they pull together to During these eight years, I have and local lev- offer the best possible educational had the privilege of serving on the els. As Gov- programs for the youth of our com- Board in several different capaci- ernor Scott munity. ties. My primary role for several Get Fit in Walker’s budget bill winds itself The Kohler Civic Club was or- years was Chairperson of the Prop- through the courts and the legisla- ganized one year ago and meets at erty Committee. In looking back, Good Company tive process, concerns still remain noon on the first and third Thurs- several projects were completed Sweet Potato’s welcomes all Village residents to at the local level. In the end, day of each month. Meetings rotate during that time. Among those another year of the Kohler walking group. Take though, it should be realized that between Blackwolf Run Restau- were the new roof on Kohler Me- advantage of this opportunity to exercise amongst communities will have to respond rant and Pine Hills Country Club. morial Hall Building, construction friends — It’s time to shake off the chill of winter, to the budget as approved by the In early May, the Village of Kohler of the Village Children’s Swim- get out of the house, and get active! House, the Senate and the Gover- 2011-12 Directory will be deliv- ming Pool, and the Lost Woods nor. In any case, it can be safely ered to your homes and/or places Park Pavilion. Included are the up- said that all of us are ready to bring of business. The Club members are keep and replacement of several WHEN: the divisive issues to rest and move working feverishly on the plans for streets – including School Street, April 12- May 31 on…as the rights and dignities of a Village of Kohler Cemetery Vet- renovation of Kohler Memorial 8:30 - 9:30 every Tuesday & Thursday all are respected. erans’ Memorial. A view of the Hall/Theatre/Gym, extension of With the inevitability that com- proposed plans will be forthcom- sewer/water line on Woodland munities will be receiving less ing soon; it is anticipated that an Road, and the list goes on. Sincere State aid for their schools, less architectural design will be dis- thanks are extended to Bruce Neer- shared revenue for community played at the Kohler Cemetery for hof, DPW Superintendent, with services, and a freeze on tax levy the 2011 annual Memorial Day Pa- whom I worked closely for ad- 765 Woodlake Rd #D increases, your local governments rade. Plans include the unveiling dressing the property agendas for KOHLER, WI 53044 p. 920.458.6645 and school boards will experience of the Veterans’ Memorial at the the Village; Laurie Lindow, Village severe limitations on their upcom- 2012 Memorial Day Parade, which Clerk/Treasurer; and Cindi Gamb, ing budgets. It is almost certain would be a highlight for the Vil- Deputy Clerk/Treasurer. Also, it that communities will have to lage of Kohler Centennial. If you was an honor to serve with past tighten their belts as the 2012 are interested in becoming a mem- Presidents Oscar Ward and budgets are put in place. ber of this illustrious club, please Thomas Leonhardt. Spring Shopping Through all of this, however, contact President Richard Balge My best of wishes are extended the education of our young people (920-694-1918). to your anticipated new Board cannot be abrogated and the youth The Village Centennial Com- President, Thomas Schnettler, and Extravaganza of today cannot be viewed as ex- mittee continues to meet regularly. the successful three of the four pendable commodities. The viable We are pleased to welcome Cindy candidates for trustee positions: Saturday, April 30 future of any nation rests in its Howley, Kohler Co. Representa- Thomas Gast, William Kunst, young people. Mr. Marty Lex- tive, to the committee. Cindy is an Brian Post, and Dietmar Wohlge- 10:00 am -3:00 pm mond, District Superintendent, important addition, since her input muth. ` Spring Shopping Specials & Sales definitely walks a “tight rope” in will bring to the table the history of Again, thanks to all who have ` Spring Savings Coupon Book working with the School Board, the Village of Kohler from the per- made my position on the board ` “Random” Roaming Discounts the district staff, the students, and spective of the Kohler Co. Other possible and to those with whom I ` Kettle Carvers 21st Annual Woodcarving Show the community while attempting to Committee members are the Vil- have worked. It has been an honor ` SF Fire Department & Orange Cross Open House maintain the strength of the Kohler lage Board President, Amy Biznek, in having served on the Kohler Vil- For More Information Contact: School District’s overall programs. Tom Leonhardt, Sheryl Lindstrom, lage Board!!! All of us have our personal beliefs and Peter Fetterer. Sheboygan Falls Chamber-Main Street and agendas as to how it should be The April 11th Board Meeting Best of wishes… done. In the end, though, we will conclude my eight years as a should be unified on one front: the Village Board member – including John Egan future of our nation rests with the my last eight months as “interim Interim Village President 504 Broadway, Sheboygan Falls, WI 53085 920-467-6206 Email: [email protected] The Kohler

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Good day, information technology, consulting, project management, and management I am Brian Post. I am seeking your support as a candidate for Village roles. Trustee in order to continue to represent you in our community’s government. My goals as your representative are to promote reasonable policies and to practice responsible management. I will passionately fulfill my commitment My wife, Kim, and I carefully chose the Village of Kohler to buy our first to you through personal integrity, consistent home. We cherish living in Kohler with our children, Noah and Hannah. We decision-making, community communication are proudly a part of our neighborhood, the Kohler School District, and the and involvement, and the application of my Village of Kohler community. I am currently a member of the Village of experience and education. Kohler Board, the Kohler Credit Union Board, and I participate in Kohler Boy Scouts. I have also had the pleasure of working with Kohler youth baseball. The Village of Kohler election will be on Tuesday, April 5th. Please consider voting I received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Marquette for me as you go to the poll that day. University. After a few years as an accountant, I sought to improve my abilities by attending Cardinal Stritch University to complete a Master of Your support is greatly appreciated, Business Administration degree.

Currently, I am employed at Kohler Co. as a Senior Accounting Analyst in Brian Post the Corporate Accounting group. I have grown through my professional and personal experiences, including increasingly challenging roles in accounting,

Authorized and paid for by Brian Post for Village Trustee Spring election significant to Kohler residents Don’t forget to vote on Tuesday, April 5! Village of Kohler voters will Board President in the past, as well since 1986 and have two adult in Industrial Technology in Materi- About the School Board take to the polls on Tuesday, April as volunteer fireman, fire chief, children who grew up in Kohler als and Material Processes from the Candidates: 5, to decide who will represent School Board member, and church and graduated from Kohler High University of Wisconsin-Plat- Statement from Laura Kohler: them on the Kohler Village Board president. Past committees Schnet- School. They have four grandchil- teville, and is currently employed “I have chosen to run for re- and School Board, as well as the tler served on include: Board of dren, two of whom are now attend- at Cedarburg School District as a election to the Kohler School Sheboygan/Kohler Municipal Zoning and Appeals, Plan Com- ing Kohler School. Technology Education Teacher, Board, having served since April Court, the Sheboygan County Cir- mission, church building commi- Dietmar Wohlgemuth has lived teaching High School during the 2006, and I am currently serving as cuit Court, and the Wisconsin tee, and school building com - in the Village for nearly a decade. day and Adult Education classes at Vice President of the Board. I ask Supreme Court. mittee. Schnettler and wife, Joan, He has been a volunteer firefighter night. He has 35 years of manage- for your support on Election Day, Interim Village Board President have five children – all graduates for the Kohler Fire Department ment experience, 28 years of auto- April 5, 2011. John Egan is not seeking reelec- of Kohler High School. since 2002 and is its current presi- motive service management “Given these uncertain times tion. The sole candidate on the bal- Village Board Trustee incum- dent. He serves on the Recreation experience, and seven years as a with legislative, contract and lot for the position is Tom bent Brian Post is seeking another Department Ad Hoc Committee. plant maintenance supervisor. budget issues, I believe it is even Schnettler. (As always, voters have term. He serves on the Kohler Wohlgemuth has been employed at Kunst is a member of Kohler Po- more important to leverage experi- the option to enter a write-in can- Credit Union Board, participates in Sheboygan Chevrolet for more lice Athletic League, member of St. ence and the accumulated knowl- didate for any of the open seats). Kohler Boy Scouts, and works than two decades. Wohlgemuth and Johns Catholic Church, former as- edge that I have gained during the Village Trustee incumbents Brian with Kohler youth baseball. Post his wife, Cassandra, have three sistant Scout leader (four years), past five years of service. Post and Tom Gast will be chal- received a Bachelor of Business young daughters attending Kohler and volunteer Hunter Education In- “As a school board member, I lenged by Bill Kunst and Dietmar Administration degree from Mar- Schools. structor (ten years). Bill and his feel it’s important to take the expe- Wohlgemuth, Jr. quette University, and completed a Bill Kunst served three terms as wife, Kathleen, have been Kohler rience I’ve gained, my business and Laura Kohler is seeking reelec- Master of Business Administration a Village of Kohler Trustee from residents for 25 years and have five financial acumen, and seasoned tion for the Kohler School Board of degree at Cardinal Stritch Univer- 2003 to 2009. Past committee ap- daughters, Katie, Amy, Beth, judgment, to bring an open mind to Education. She is being challenged sity. He is employed at Kohler Co. pointments include Property Com- Molly, and Emily, and one son, the school board. I work intention- by Lisa Kraus. as a Senior Accounting Analyst in mittee, Finance Committee, Bill, all graduates of Kohler High Continued on page 4 Judge Catherine Q. Delahunt, a the Corporate Accounting group. Compensation Committee, Griev- School. Kohler resident who currently Post and his wife, Kim, have two ance Committee, Cemetery Com- serves as the Sheboygan/Kohler young children attending Kohler mittee, and Memorial Hall Municipal Judge, will appear on Schools. Committee. He has a B.S. Degree the ballet twice. She is challenging Incumbent Tom Gast has served incumbent Judge Angela as Village Board Trustee for the Sutkiewicz for a six-year term on past four years. Committee ap- Sheboygan County Circuit Court, pointments include: chairman of Branch 3. Should Delahunt defeat the Memorial Hall Committee, Sutkiewicz, she will surrender her chairman of the Finance Commit- seat on the Municipal Court and a tee, former member of the Plan Have you been replacement will be appointed. De- Commission, two terms on the wronged? Financially lahunt’s second appearance on the Kohler School Board serving as or physically injured? ballot is a challenge for her seat on vice president and treasurer, seven- Unjustly accused? the Municipal Court by Sheboygan teen years as an active member of Had enough? Attorney William K. Sonnenburg. the Kohler Fire Department, (cur- Attorney Jason E. Dierkes Kohler voters will also help de- rently serving as trustee), member When it happens to you, it’s time to cide the hotly contested race for of the Kohler Police Athletic contact me. I represent clients in Justice of the Supreme Court, League for 22 years, (past vice lawsuits – plaintiff or defendant. My where incumbent Justice David T. president and currently serving as practice is personal and passionate. I Prosser is being challenged by As- secretary treasurer), board member will work directly with you, ensuring sistant Attorney General JoAnne and past president of Safe Harbor, your rights are protected and your story Kloppenburg. is heard. I am accessible, responsive Manager - Personal Lines Under- and offer the creativity and personal About the Village Board writing at ACUITY Insurance with service you deserve. New! Vera Bradley Rolling Luggage candidates: 25 years of service, and treasurer Business disputes, real estate lawsuits, These two great collections made to keep things rolling! Choose from the colorful Signature Collection in new Boysenberry (shown) or the sleek Vera Vera Collection in Black. At a special board meeting this of the Wisconsin Federation of In- personal injury, wrongful deaths, fight- past October, Tom Schnettler was surance Companies. 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“Candidates,” continued from page 3 ally at bringing an open mind to community of learning? I don’t versity and an MFA from Catholic Degree from UW-Eau Claire in the field of education. every board meeting in order to know all the answers. But I do be- University. She is Senior Vice December 1992. I graduated with “My son Andrew has been in collaborate and problem solve as lieve all this is possible with a sup- President – Human Resources, a Masters Degree in Teaching from the special education program effectively as possible. I also bring portive and active community, a Kohler Co.; She has served on the Aurora University in Aurora, Illi- since the age of three and I have this same approach to the Board, strong and effective school board, Kohler Public School Board since nois in the summer of 1999. been his strongest advocate. I HR, Policy and Curriculum/In- a visionary and high-performing 2006; was Co-Recipient of the “During the course of my ca- firmly believe that we can (and struction subcommittees that I’ve administrative team, and an amaz- Wisconsin State Superintendents reer, I have taken on many leader- should) do a great deal more in the been proud to serve on. ing group of teachers who are en- “Friends of Education” Award in ship roles ranging from ELL Kohler School District to better “Our challenge at Kohler ergized and step up to new 2005; Served on the Kohler School Middle School Department Chair meet the needs of our special edu- Schools continues to be consis- challenges because they see the Pride Committee in 2004; Chair of to ELL Curriculum and Assess- cation students. The Kohler School tently delivering an energizing, rig- impact they can have on each and the Kohler Trust for Arts and Edu- ment Specialist. About 5 years ago, District has taken steps towards orous learning environment where every student. And all of this cation; John Michael Kohler Arts I held a part time administrative all our students can learn, grow needs to be managed within the Center Board Member; Director of position for the Sheboygan Area improving special education in re- and graduate with confidence to ever-challenging confines of our Friendship House, a group home School District. For two years I cent years, but, in my opinion, we contribute to a global society. What budget. for at-risk boys; and Member of served as the coordinator of the have room to grow. In addition, the “I want to continue to be a part does that require? It requires that the Advisory Board of the Center ELL program for the Sheboygan parents of special needs children all of us are focused on that goal so of that team. This team can take of Global Business at Penn State. Area School District.At that time I need someone to act as an advo- that every teacher helps every child Kohler Schools to new heights de- Laura and her husband, Steve served the SASD in this capacity, cate. Their voices need to be heard experience growth in learning. It spite the challenging times we are Proudman, have three children the program included over 2,000 and they need to know that some- requires providing an environment going through. Challenge can en- ages 16, 14 and 10. ELL students, 70 ELL teachers, where teachers and staff get to do ergize and bring needed change. one on the Board truly knows and Statement from Lisa Kraus: and between 35-40 bilingual assis- their best work every day. It re- What matters is how we all handle understands their concerns. I do. “My name is Lisa Kraus. My quires all of us working together to these transitions. I want to help tants. My duties included teach- “I have devoted my entire life fill our classrooms with students so where I can and strengthen this husband David and I have lived in ing/EA assignments, curricu- to the field of education. I have a that our halls, our plays, our choirs, great school district. the village of Kohler since May lum, assessments, programming, great deal of knowledge and expe- and sports teams are filled with “We all need to do what we can 1996. We are the very proud par- budget, state reports, knowledge of rience that I can bring to the table laughing, interactive, energized to deliver the very best learning ex- ents of one son, Andrew, who has state and federal law, etc.... that will benefit everyone (stu- attended the Kohler School District “I believe I would be an invalu- and kind, young people. perience for every child who dents, teaching staff, administra- since age three in the Early Child- able asset to the Kohler School “What will it take for Kohler to chooses Kohler Schools. And then, tive staff, and parents). If elected, hood program. He is now 12 years Board as I am a teacher, have ad- be one of the best schools in this when the time comes, we need to I look forward to working together country? What will it take for pass on that school, that great old and in the 5th grade. ministrative experience, and pe- with the other members of the Kohler to be a place that has a teaching team, that strong positive “I have been employed as a haps most importantly of all, I am Kohler School Board and to serv- waiting list for every grade? What culture, that rigorous and effective teacher by the Sheboygan Area a parent. As such, I can view issues will it take for Kohler to be the curriculum to the next generation School District for the past 18 facing the Board from all perspec- ing the district as well as the vil- place where teachers from other of leaders, who just might be our years.I am certified in German tives (i.e teacher, administrator, lage. I have a vested interest in parts of the country want to teach children. Let’s all take this mission (grades 7-12) and in ESL (English and parent) and provide valuable doing so. I look forward to the op- because they can do their best forward.” as a Second Language) for grades input and insight as I am very portuntity to serve in this new work and be a part of an engaged Laura has a BA from Duke Uni- pre-K-12. I earned my Bachelor's knowledgeable and experienced in role.”

27 one- and two-bedroom An open letter assisted living apartments The area’s most affordable 24-hour attentive and friendly nursing staff to the Kohler RN Nurse Manager and on-site licensed nurses Vibrant activities program Community Weekly housekeeping Three delicious and nutritious meals included daily From Kohler Schools Superinten- staff, and by the concern each per- Utilites: Electric, heat, A/C, dent Marty Lexmond. son has for our students and for cable TV, water and sewer ASSISTED LIVING Dear Kohler Schools Community: one another. We will continue to Recent days in Madison have work together to create a landscape generated excitement, confusion, where employees are valued and and an enormous amount of uncer- our future is clear. tainty for educators. Circum- No matter the outcome of the stances are changing and what the events in Madison, our community future holds for education in Wis- can be confident that we will con- consin at this point is unclear. I tinue to treat each other and the INDEPENDENT LIVING want to assure the Kohler Commu- children we serve with dignity and 40 Village homes (20 duplexes) nity that as we face the difficult for active, independent seniors respect. This is and will be a budgetary decisions ahead, we will age 62 and better Kohler Schools tradition. do so with the best interest of the On behalf of the school board Two bedrooms and two children in mind, balanced by the and the administrative team, I want full baths needs of property owners who to thank Kohler educators for all 2-car attached garage, fund our schools. We will adjust you do for our students and for full basement our expenditures based on student Stair-free first floor living enrollment, learning needs, and a your friends and colleagues. Dur- First floor laundry commitment to achievement and ing these times we all need to re- member to take deep breaths, step All appliances included growth for all students. Over the past few days we have been poring back to assess the facts before lis- Interior and exterior home tening to the rumors, and seek to maintenance included over the information available try- ing to determine what will likely understand. In all challenge there Clubhouse with exercise room be the impact to our school district is an opportunity, we will find that in the years ahead. One thing is opportunity because of our shared CALL MONICA TODAY AT 920.876.4050! clear at this point, nothing is en- commitment to serving students tirely clear. and our commitment to one an- The benefit of moments such as other. these is that the character of the ed- 101 Cedar Lane Elkhart Lake, WI 53020 ucators in Kohler has shown Sincerely, 920.876.4050 through the fog. I am impressed, cedarlanding.org but not at all surprised, by the pro- Marty Lexmond Cedar Landing is operated by Cedar Community, a private, not-for-profit, church-affiliated provider of services for adults age 62 and better. fessionalism of our teachers and Superintendent of Schools KOHLERVILLAGER.COM APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER 5 Reiki ~ VOTE ~ Reiki is a Japanese form of deep relaxation and stress reduction, which also promotes healing. All Reiki sessions include: DIETMAR WOHLGEMUTH = Scan for Low-Energy Areas of the Body = Balance Energy Centers For Village Trustee ON APRIL 5TH = Why Low-Energy Has Developed = Suggestions for Maintaining High-Energy Dear Village Resident: I have a vision that in 100 years it will still be family- My name is Dietmar Wohlgemuth and I’m running for Vil- friendly, with the same beautiful green spaces and oppor- Member International Association of Reiki Professionals lage Trustee. I have lived in the Village for nearly a decade. tunities for a great education. For me it’s about making a 920-457-9543 I am a volunteer firefighter for our community and am rais- commitment… Located at Intentions in The Shops at Woodlake ing my family here. My wife and I have come to love Kohler a commitment to the Village, www.HandsOnHealingEnergy.com and hope to spend the rest of our days here. The reason a commitment to the residents I call friends, [email protected] that I would like to become a trustee is simple, I love the and a commitment to doing what I can to insure the sta- Village and want to help it maintain its beauty and integrity bility of our homes and workplaces. I respectfully ask for for years to come. your trust and your vote on April 5th. Michael Perry and the Long •Volunteer Firefighter since 2002 •Current President of the Kohler Fire Department •Employed at Sheboygan Chevrolet for over 2 decades •Serving on the Recreation Department Ad Hoc Committee Beds featuring Randy Sabien • Husband and father of three daughters attending Kohler Schools to appear at John Michael Authorized and paid for by Dietmar Wohlgemuth for Village Trustee Kohler Arts Join celebrated Wisconsin Meet the members of the author and humorist Michael Perry for an afternoon of words and music on Sunday, April 3 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at John Kohler Fire Department Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Ave, Sheboygan. Michael will share a passel of stories and then The Long Beds (featuring special guest Randy Sabien) take the stage. General Admission: $12.00 in advance at and available online at www.sneezingcow.com or $14.00 at the door.

My name is Tom Gast. My wife, Rita, JAMES O’LEARY TOM SCHUMACHER MIKE KELM and I moved to the Village of Kohler in POSITION – Firefighter POSITION – Firefighter POSITION – Firefighter 1986. Our two children, Robert and DUTIES – It shall be the duty of DUTIES – It shall be the duty of DUTIES – It shall be the duty of Molly, grew up in the Village and are active firefighters to obey all com- active firefighters to obey all active firefighters to obey all com- both graduates of Kohler High School. mands of their officers while on commands of their officers while mands of their officers while on My son, Rob, lives in Dayton, Ohio duty. It is also the duty of a fire- on duty. It is also the duty of a duty. It is also the duty of a fire- with Alexandrea and Noelle. My fighter to be prompt at all meet- firefighter to be prompt at all fighter to be prompt at all meet- daughter and son-in-law, Rob and ings, fire alarms, and fire drills. meetings, fire alarms, and fire ings, fire alarms, and fire drills. Molly Holzrichter, have two daughters, The firefighter must assemble at drills. The firefighter must assem- The firefighter must assemble at McKenna and Riley. We have a second the engine house without delay and ble at the engine house without the engine house without delay and generation of our family attending Kohler School now. assist in getting the apparatus to the delay and assist in getting the ap- assist in getting the apparatus to the For the past 25 years I have devoted thousands of hours volunteering scene in readiness for operation as paratus to the scene in readiness scene in readiness for operation as my time to better the community that we live in. I would like the op- soon as possible. for operation as soon as possible. soon as possible. portunity to share some of the specifics with you. YEARS OF SERVICE – 2 YEARS OF SERVICE – 1 YEARS OF SERVICE – 1 Current Village Board Responsibilities: OCCUPATION – X-RAY / C.T. OCCUPATION – Electrician – OCCUPATION – Business Devel- 4Chairman of the Memorial Hall Committee Technologist, Aurora Health Care Altmeyer Electric, 11 years opment Mgr. for Akzo Nobel Corp. 4 Finance Committee Chairman of the HOBBIES AND INTERESTS – HOBBIES AND INTERESTS – HOBBIES AND INTERESTS – - Supported the 2009 budget with no increase in property taxes Spending time with family, Boat- Hunting, Fishing, Dog training Hunting, Fishing, any Outdoor ac- 4 Former member of the Plan Commission ing, Basketball, Golf, Fishing. FAMILY – Wife, Liz, and daugh- tivities - Involved in getting the Non-motorized Transportation grant of FAMILY – Wife, Julie, and daugh- ters, McKenna and Kathryn. FAMILY – Wife, Jennifer, daugh- over $900,000 for the Village YEARS IN KOHLER – 27 ter, Lauren and son, Sam. Background: ters, Kate and Shannon. YEARS IN KOHLER – 11 4Four years as a Village Trustee YEARS IN KOHLER – 8 4Two terms on the Kohler School Board serving as Vice President and Treasurer 4Seventeen years as an active member of the Kohler Fire Depart- ment, currently serving as Trustee 4A member of the Kohler Police Athletic League for 22 years, past Call 920.457.WOOF to schedule your next Vice President and currently serving as Secretary Treasurer. appointment. (Weekends available) 4Board member and past President of Safe Harbor 4Manager - Personal Lines Underwriting at ACUITY Insurance - 25 years of service 4 Treasurer of the Wisconsin Federation of Insurance Companies 3513 S. 32nd Street, Sheboygan, WI 53081 920.457.WOOF (9663) 4 CPCU Certification www.centralbarkusa.com 4Management Certification from the Fluno Center at the Univer- sity of Wisconsin 4Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Cincinnati On Tuesday, April 5, please show me your support and . . .

Vote Tom Gast Bill Erbstoesser Jeff Romanoski for Sales & Leasing Internet Manager Sales Manager 800-459-6840 Cell 920-254-9065 800-459-6840 Cell 920-918-0352 Kohler Village Board [email protected] [email protected] Authorized and paid for by Tom Gast for Village Trustee Two dealerships, with one location, and one goal, to be your dealer! 6 APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM Road america announces 2011 It’s Egg Hunt Time at Restoration Gardens! motorcycle school Sat. April 23rd - Starts 9am, Ages 1-6 schedule (at Kohler location, rain or shine) Elkhart Lake, Wis., March, 17 America provides the occasional Petting Zoo! 2011 – Road America has released non-pass student an opportunity to its 2011 Motorcycle School Sched- return for the same course at a later Prizes! ule. Entering its fifth year, the date, free of charge. Road America school has become Wisconsin’s also offers Supermoto Demo, (Please stop at premier cycle-training facility, ed- Basic and Competitive Courses. Garden center in Kohler ucating well over 1,500 two-wheel These courses are taught on Road to sign up!) enthusiasts. Endorsed and certified America’s Briggs & Stratton Mo- by the Motorcycle Safety Founda- torplex, a purpose-built 1-mile New giftware arriving daily, tion (MSF), Road America’s Basic, paved and dirt track with multiple shop our two giftshops! Experienced, and Dirt Bike Rider configurations and elevation Opening 7 days a week Get your picture taken Courses are taught by award-win- changes. starting April 4th! with our Easter Bunny! ning rider coaches who have com- Find course descriptions and pleted extensive training through on-line registration options at restorationgardens.com the MSF. Students who complete www.roadamerica.com or call the Basic Rider Course fulfill part 800/365-7223. of the requirements needed to ob- Several area lodging properties tain a motorcycle license from the offer discounts to motorcycle Wisconsin Department of Trans- school registered students. Located portation. between Green Bay and Milwau- The following courses are of- kee in Sheboygan County, Road fered April through November in a America is a 640-acre, year-round variety of day, evening and week- motorsports facility entering its end formats: Basic Rider Course, 56th race season. In addition to Scooter Basic Rider Course, Expe- major race events, Road America rienced Rider Course, Advanced offers a karting club; weekly test Riding Clinic and Dirt Bike days for karting, supermoto and 6018 Superior Ave. 340 South Pier Dr. School. Road America’s schools motorcycles; group adventure pro- Kohler, WI Sheboygan, WI are designed to maximize the fun grams; and top-of-the-line hospi- 920-467-8370 920-395-2280 and minimize the risk of motorcy- tality. Special promotions are held cling. With a pass rate of 98% the throughout the year and can be Garden • Gift • Home • Holiday success rate is great, however Road found online.

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Mary Jumes John & Kristin Renzelmann CATHERINE Q. DELAHUNT Timothy & Lisa Kellner Teresa Reynoso Bill Kerwin Mark & Karen Rhyan IS ENDORSED BY: LuAnne Kestell Danielle Roebuck Sue Kieffer Chuck & Susan Rohde STATE LEGISLATORS Honorable Daniel M. Floeter Astrid Kirk John & Zoe Rohde Senator Glenn Grothman Honorable Bruce Goodnough John & Nancy Kirtley Ted & Kristi Rohde Honorable Jerry Hanson is the Judge Delahunt Jeanne Kliejunas Randy Roethel Senator Joe Leibham Representative Mike Endsley Honorable Charles F. Kahn, Jr Earl & Charmaine Kneevers Israel Ruiz Honorable Scott R. Letteney Representative Steve Kestell Herbert V. Kohler, Jr. Mary Ryan Honorable Paul Malloy Terry & Mary Kohler Kent & Lisa Saemann Representative Dan LeMahieu Honorable Randi W. Milsap most qualified candidate: Keith & Maureen Kolb Martha Safford CITY, TOWN & Honorable Jill A. Mitchell Michelle Konter Ben & Ann Salzmann VILLAGE LEADERS Honorable Derek Mosley Mary Krahn Jim & Jan Sartori Honorable Mark F. Nielsen Donald Becker Jerry Kraus Kim Schmidt Honorable Gregg Schreiber Caroline Krider Dort Schreiber Chairperson, Honorable Henry A. Sibbing • Independent with conservative values, James & Wendy Kukla Jeffrey & Karen Schuchardt Town of Holland Honorable Douglas R. Stern Peter Kuehl Thomas & Beth Schueller Dr. Jack Egan Honorable Monique A. Stertz tough on crime Lee Kunze Amy Seibel President, Honorable Sandy Williams Charlene Lammers Judith Slawny Village of Kohler Honorable David Winter Nick & Sarah Landgraf Mike & Lisa Sokol David Gartman Honorable Ron Ziwisky Dr. Mark & Tina Lang Gordy & Helen Stanskas Chairperson, BUSINESS LEADERS, • Broad Legal Experience including civil, Mike Leibham Elizabeth Stauber Town of Wilson COMMUNITY LEADERS, Paul & Sue Lensink Launa Stayer-Maloney Jack Hoffmann traffic/ordinance and criminal law Thomas Leonhardt Dr. Peter & Julie Steinert ATTORNEYS AND Jill Lewinski Patti Stewart President, INFORMED CITIZENS Village of Oostburg Tom & Lisa Liebl Greg & Kristin Strehlow Maureen Anderson Bridget Long George & Elaine Stoelb William Jens Dr. Kent & Linda Auguston • Five years experience as a judge, Betty Macknick Milt Storm Chairperson, Sheila Barnhart Hellen Mallmann Bob Patterson Sumwalt Town of Lima Kurt & Lori Bechtold twice elected by the citizens Paul Maloney Edward & Mary Surek Gene Jentink Brian & Carol Benishek David & Judy Markgraf Dan Ten Pas President, Jane Biederwolf Bonnie Markus Marian Ten Pas Village of Cedar Grove Dan Binversie • Consistent track record of community Tony & Bonnie Mascipinto James & Heidi Testwuide Steve Jung Dr. Steve Birkholtz Bernadette McGill Konrad Testwuide Mark Biznek Chairperson, Ruth McKay Herb and Jane Tyler Kristin Blanchard Town of Scott involvement Michael Meeusen Julie Vale Allen & Susan Blasel Rob Merry Debra Valenstein Robert McDermott Anne Blindauer Steve & Jean Meyer Gordy & Helen Veldboom President, Jim & Marilyn Bohren • Proven to be tough but fair Bea Miley Jim & Marge Voigt Village of Random Lake Eldon & Judith Bohrofen Guy & Kay Miller Cherri VonDerVellen Donald Pohlman Joel & Jacqueline L. Boyd Marlin L. Miller Dave & Kelli Vroom Mayor, Stuart & Cindy Brotz William Minihan Jean Waibel City of Plymouth Deb Bruckschen • Born and raised in Wisconsin with Midwestern Mike Molepske Wally & Tracy Waldhart James Scheiber Larry & Dr. Linda M. Bryce Lisa Luigs Morrissett Allen & Ellen Wanek Nancy Buss President, Nancy Moudry Greg Weggeman Bill Cain values. Her parents were teachers and her Village of Howards Grove Debra Noyes William Weissert Chris Campe Pam Otten Valerie Wilkerson POLICE CHIEFS Steve & Christine Campione grandparents were Wisconsin dairy farmers. Phillip Parker Carrie Williams Chief Randy Boeldt Bill & Geralyn Cannon Maryellen Pellegrino Catherine Williams Elkhart Lake Nathan Casper Michael Pellegrino Kim Williams Chief David E. Kirk (retired) Therese Casper Paid for by the Committee to Elect Judge Delahunt, Dr. Paul A. 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Scott Roberts Memorial 3 on LKC Football meeting/ 3 Indoor Soccer Tournament registration to be held The Kohler Soccer Club, in as- by age group were as follows: U8, Lakes Plastic Surgery, Dr. James sociation with the Sheboygan Falls Flaming Hot Rockets; U10 Boys, C. Magestro, DDS, Kohler Co., YMCA, hosted the Scott Roberts Blue Boomerangs (Kohler); U10 Sheboygan Chevrolet Buick Pon- April 12 Memorial 3 on 3 Indoor Soccer Girls, Soccer Boss (Kohler); U12 tiac GMC Cadillac Inc., Sweet Tournament on Saturday and Sun- Boys, Bombers (Kohler); U12 Potato’s Unique Boutique, Johnson day, March 12th & 13th, 2011. Girls, Rampage West; U14 Boys, Bank, Salon 511, Wenig Funeral Fifty-four teams participated this A/C Signs; U14 Girls, Rockets; Homes, Jimmy John’s, Walmart year and included players from HSB The Sunny Days (Kohler); Supercenter, Blattner’s Piggly Wig- Kohler, Sheboygan Falls, Sheboy- HSG Thunder. gly, Target, Big Apple Bagels gan, Cedar Grove, Oostburg, Bel- The Kohler Soccer Club would gium, Cleveland, Richfield, Hing- like to thank the generous busi- We would also like to give a very ham, Plymouth, Elkhart Lake, New nesses that sponsored the Tourna- big thank you to all the volunteers Holstein, Chilton and Grafton. All ment: Plymouth Foam Incorpo- who donated their time and energy teams displayed great sportsman- rated, Masters Gallery Foods, Inc., to make this event a huge success. ship and competitive spirit. Falls Healing Arts, S.C., Fountain And lastly, thank you to Kohler The winners of the Tournament Park Family Restaurant, Great Public Schools for all their support.

LKC Football is back for yet chance to learn the basics of foot- another exciting and successful ball and the LKC football system, season this year. On Tuesday, April and to play games together on se- 12, there will be an informational lect Sunday evenings in the Kohler meeting and sign up in the Kohler gymnasium this spring and sum- Cafeteria, starting at 6:30 p.m., mer. This will give the kids a with a coaches and parents meeting chance to get to know each other and questions and answer session and have some fun in the process. Under 10: Ben Herold, Nick Wanschneider, Carter Knuth, Tyler Ru- Under 12 boys: Henry O’Donnell, Brady Stefanczyk, Lucas Knuth, Char- beginning at 7:00 p.m. We encour- minski, Rod Hogan (coach) and Colin Hogan lie Kelly and Marcus Knuth (coach) age parents to ask whatever ques- There will be more details to fol- tions they have at this time. The low at the April 12th meeting. kids will be part of the first 15 min- We are asking all incoming 8th utes of the presentation, and are graders to get to the meeting by then invited to the gym for pizza, 6:45 p.m., and meet in the football camaraderie and to throw around equipment room as part of the the football as they wish. evening’s event. Kids entering 5th grade through Whether you are signing up or 8th grade for the 2011-2012 simply want to learn more about school-year are eligible to play. Last year was a record turnout for the program, we encourage you to the program, with 68 different attend this meeting on Tuesday, players on three different teams. April 12 at 7:00 p.m.

Under 10 girls: Bailey Campione, Elly Udovich, Molly Thomack, Rachel This year, incoming 5th graders We welcome you to visit our Proudman, Samantha Renzelmann and John Thomack (coach) H.S. Boys: Front row – Eric Mehoke, Ryan Halverson. Back row – Con- ner Hogan, Billy O’Neill, Garrett Griswold and John Benishek (coach) and new players will be given a new web site at lkcfootball.com. U.S.T.A. Jr. Team Tennis: Sheboygan County Smashers finish second in league

The Sheboygan County Smashers games for the season which was only 10 finished 2nd in a 7 team U.S.T.A. 18 In- games behind the league winner, termediate Jr. Team Tennis winter Oshkosh Aces. The team played with a league. The team qualified to compete in lot of determination and teamwork the State District Championships on July throughout the season. Other teams in 22-24 in Madison. Members of the team the league were from the Fond du Lac, are from Plymouth, Kohler, and Sheboy- Appleton and Green Bay areas. gan area schools. Team members in- USTA Jr. Team Tennis leagues help clude, pictured from left, Jenny players improve their game while build- Louwagie, Sarah Leick, Jessica Dykster- ing team spirit. There are youth teams house, Elizabeth Raeder, Hannah Proud- for every age and playing ability. To man, Steven Blend, Evan Koross, learn more about summer youth tennis Andrew Grose, Nick Eggert, and Ben leagues in Sheboygan County, visit the Bachmann. Sheboygan County Tennis Association's On March 5th, the league held their website at SCTAonline.tripod.com or e- last team matches at SportsCore in mail questions to Wendy Tauscheck at Kohler. The Smashers won a total of 231 [email protected]. KOHLERVILLAGER.COM APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER 13 After 15-year dry spell, Kohler heads back to state in 1972

By Bruce Erickson compared to Kohler’s 150. In- Then it was on to Regionals at Kohler had four players in double which had lost only one game all It would be 15 years before equality such as this led to the Howards Grove, where they would figures for the game: Kleefisch had year. It was appropriate that Kohler Kohler would get back to the state WIAA making a drastic change in face their most challenging games 28, Hammer 20, Miller 18 and would play in the first class basket- tournament in Madison. Not that tournament play during the 1971- in their march to state. Ehren 15. ball game held in Madison since they did not have some good teams 72 season. A class system was es- First up was Gibralter and Now it was on to the sectionals 1938. The Bombers put up a gal- during these years, but they ended tablished for the first time since Kohler got off to a great start lead- in West Bend. The first opponent lant fight, but fell by a score of 79- up being ousted from the tourna- 1938. There would be two classes ing at half-time by a score of 49- was McFarland, who was led by ment by schools with larger enroll- competing for trips to Madison 35. Gibralter put up a valiant 6'5'' center Bill Pierson, who 64. The game was tight for three ments. The 1964 team played with eight teams from Class A and second half battle as Dennis Terrt’s would later play for the Badgers. quarters, but Bloomington pulled Sheboygan North in the subsec- four teams from Class B. The en- tip-in sent the game into overtime. Joe Kleefisch was outstanding in away with the win. The thrills and tional tournament and fell by the rollment cut off was 600 students. Kohler outscored Gibralter in the this game, as he went around and excitement will long be remem- score of 49-44. Led by Paul Maki The 1971-72 team posted a extra period and won 84-80. After over Pierson for a 20-point first bered by all who were involved in and Jim Dickleman, Kohler was record of 15 and 3 during the reg- the exciting Friday game, Kohler half. Dave Miller had an excellent the spring of 1972. ahead for most of the game before ular season. They were tied for the was not given much of a chance second half and finished with 24 In addition to his great basket- losing. The 1967-68 team was one conference championship by JFK against a tall and talented team points. Kohler won 85-72. Next up ball career, Joe Kleefisch was a of the Kohler High School’s Prep, who beat the Bombers in the from Brillion. Brillion was so con- was Oakfield and Kohler won state champion in track and starred strongest ever. With a starting last game of the season. That loss fident that they had already sched- going away 72-57. Kohler would in football. After graduation from lineup of John Wolf, Jack Capelle, snapped a 27 game conference uled their practice time for the join three other high schools as the high school Joe entered the United Tom Gordon, Mike Rademacher winning streak. They were led by Sectional Tournament at West last ones standing in Class B. and John Hammer, they posted a 6'2'' senior Joe Kleefisch, who was Bend. Lady Luck smiled on the As the player bus headed north States Naval Academy. After grad- record of 19 and 2. That team av- a great leaper and scorer. During Bombers though as a March bliz- on Hwy. 57 that night, and was uation, Joe became a naval pilot eraged 90 points a game during the his senior season he joined the elite zard roared through Wisconsin on turning on Hwy 28, the hero’s pa- and was chosen to be a Top Gun regular season topping 100 points 1,000 point club. Other starters Saturday postponing the game rade headed back to the Village. member and instructor. Joe accu- in six games and 90 points in six were Dave Miller, Dennis Terry, until Monday. This gave them the Celebrating went late into the mulated more than 4,000 hours of others. They eventually lost to Mike Ehren, Dave Hammer and extra rest the Bombers needed. night. Kohler had made it back to jet flight time during his land and Sheboygan South in the tourna- Russ TenPas. Jack Regan played Kohler played even with Brillion State for the first time since 1956. sea tours. He rose to the rank of ment with star forward Jack an outstanding role in the team in the first half and trailed 39-37 at The next week brought great ex- commander and became com- Capelle missing the game with the success and was nicknamed intermission. In the second half citement to the school and commu- manding officer of the Strike flu. From 1967 through 1971 “Super Sub.” Other team members Kohler went into a full court press nity. Kohler resident Jack Stillwell Fighter Squadron V-25 known as Kohler posted a record of 76 wins were John Keller, Steve Schepp- and countered Brillion’s collapsing provided all fans with white straw an 10 losses. They made good runs mann, Jeff Prange, Harry Shaw, defense with some brilliant outside hats that would be a signature item the Fist of the Fleet of 1964. He in the tournaments, but lost to John Rademacher, and Bob shooting by Ehren, Hammer and for 1972 and other state tourna- was a rising star in the Navy, when Manitowoc three years in a row. Klauck. The team started the tour- Miller. Mike Ehren hit six long ment appearances to come. he tragically lost his life in a jet Manitowoc’s enrollment was over nament with victories over shots in a row in the third quarter Their first opponent in Madison crash in May of 1995. He was 41 1,900 students in three grades Howards Grove and Elkhart Lake. helping Kohler to a 17-2 run. was a talented Bloomington team, years old.

Reader shares photo of 1956 team celebration

After seeing the series of arti- Joe Kleefisch soaring. cles by Bruce Erickson, Dave Newton emailed this photo of Kohler’s 1956 team during the locker room celebration after the Milwaukee West victory that sent Kohler to the State Tourna- ment that year. Many thanks to Dave for sharing this great photo! 14 APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM

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On March 3, Sweet Potato’s in our lives, our school, and our Unique Boutique held a staff ap- community. Sometimes we forget preciation celebration after school about the great people all around Kohler Teachers Jane Halverson and Jill to honor and appreciate Kohler us. The atmosphere was very Lewinski model dresses at Sweet Potato’s Schools’ staff. Teachers and ad- warm and inviting to let go of Staff Appreciation event. ministrators gathered to enjoy some daily "stress,” said Kohler complimentary drinks and hors High School Chemistry & Physics d'oeuvres at Sweet Potato’s. This Teacher Dana Krejcarek. “How special event included gift card nice to feel so appreciated as a drawings and door prizes. All left teacher,” added Jessie Good, the with a Vera Bradley token of ap- high school physical science & bi- preciation from the store as a thank ology teacher. you for all they do for the students Employees had a great time as and community. well. “It was rewarding to be able While some shopped around for to give back to those who make gifts for family and friends using a such a selfless effort every day to special Kohler Staff discount, oth- help educate,” store manager Teri ers enjoyed trying on the latest Mattek said. Sweet Potato’s has fashions. Teachers agreed it was had a longstanding tradition of Kohler Principal Susan Jaberg and Superintendent Marty Lexmond model nice to visit with each other in a supporting Sheboygan County scarves at Sweet Potato’s Staff Appreciation event. different atmosphere. “It was a Schools and holds Kohler Schools, wonderful opportunity to share their fine faculty and students near laughter and positive ideas about and dear to their hearts. all the wonderful things going on Kohler 4th grade girls finish 1st in Affordable Massage Therapy YMCA North for Women Diane Smith League 18 years experience 1/2 Hour ‐ Only $20 Front row from left: Sami Renzelmann, Molly 1 Hour ‐ Only $30 1 Thomack, Elly Udovich, Kate O'Leary. Second 1 ⁄2 ‐ Hour Only $45 row: Alyssa Frey, Nicole Konecke, Emma Eg- Hair Graphics 412 Broadway bert, Cecelia Zielke, Rachel Proudman. Back Sheboygan Falls 920‐838‐4082 row: coaches John Renzelmann, Steve Zielke, Bridgett Zielke. JA Business Challenge event held March 5 On March 5, Junior Achieve- 22 participants that won 4 out of that exist in the 21st century. We available to them programs such as Kohler students have always ment (JA) held its annual Business the 7 possible groups. Christian feel it is our job to help ‘build’ the Junior Achievement and the Acu- shown a great deal of enthusiasm Challenge competition at Acuity. Ertel and Garrett Griswold won the leaders of tomorrow by making ity Business Challenge. The for this particular challenge.” The Business Challenge is a com- overall competition and will ad- petition where teams compete vance to the Wisconsin State JA against each other as CEO's of Business Challenge in April. They their own companies. Two stu- each also received a $1500 Schol- dents and a JA business volunteer arship to the school of their choice make up each team. A total of from the Albinger Charitable Fund fifty-six teams divided into seven and a $50 gift card from Johnson groups of eight teams then run Bank. James Misfeldt and Nick their companies over the JA Titan Pfrang won Group B and $50 gift computer business simulation pro- cards from Community Bank and gram. Teams must decide on the Trust. Kara Seamann and Jenna price to charge for their product, Peters won Group D and $50 gift how much to advertise, how much cards from HSA Bank. Hannah product to make, how big of a fac- Fenton and Kaylie Ladwig won tory to build, and how much to Group F and $50 gift cards from spend on research and new fea- Discovery Coach Lines and Rural tures. The simulation creates an America OnShore Outsourcing. interactive environment between Jodi Grossen, Kohler Business the companies and also randomly Teacher and Heather Reader-Schu- introduces varying economic con- bert, Kohler Social Studies ditions. The teams competed in Teacher both are strong supporters the morning for seeding into the of the JA Business Challenge. Ac- afternoon round. Final winners are cording to Mrs. Grossen, “we both selected based on overall perform- try to instill the importance of a ance in the afternoon round of ap- good, basic understanding of busi- Back row: Jacob Hart, John Benishek, Nate Sutherland,Christine Leffel, Christian Ertel 3rd row: James Misfeldt, Eric Mehoke, proximately ten financial periods. ness and economic principles – es- Dan Chen, Liz Diehl, Kaitlin Ertel, Kara Saemann 2nd row: Garrett Griswold, Hannah Fenton, Kaylie Ladwig, Kim Lammers Kohler High School led all She- pecially considering the global 1st row: Christina Lindstrom, Jenna Peters, Sarah Chung, Kelsey Wright Not Pictured: Hunter Clark, Raymond Venn, boygan area schools with a total of connectedness and competition Nicholas Pfrang. 16 APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER CLASSIFIEDS Blessed Trinity,

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Huge Rummage Sale Grace UCC announces service Saturday, April 9, 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., University of Wisconsin-Sheboygan Gymnasium, 1 University Drive schedules for Holy Week off Taylor Drive, Sheboygan. Huge gymnasium filled Grace United Church of Christ, in obedience to God's will toward wind its way through the streets of with merchandise. Antiques, collectibles, furniture, 500 School Street, Kohler, under the cross. As the story progresses Sheboygan Falls as it moves to clothing, books, toys, tools, general merchandise. No early sales. Proceeds to benefit Bookworm Gardens. the pastoral leadership of Rev. the sanctuary grows dark and wor- First Reformed Church. People Thomas M. Schroeder will offer shipers are confronted with the re- who wish to walk are invited to several special services of worship ality of the cost of redemption. meet at the Municipal building at in Holy Week and invites the pub- The senior choir, under the direc- 11:25. lic to participate fully with the con- tion of Mrs. Audrey Braatz, will On April 24 the Easter morning Huge Rummage Sale gregation. add to the sensation through a begins with a 7:30 a.m. Discovery On Palm Sunday, April 17, the proclamation in music. The peo- Service of light and word and will Saturday, April 30, 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., people of Grace UCC will cele- ple of Grace Church invite all who feature Rev. Schroeder preaching Salem United Church of Christ, Plymouth, brate Christ's entrance into gather in Christ's name to fully about the enfolding events of 1 block north of Piggly Wiggly. Five rooms Jerusalem as they gather in wor- participate at the Lord’s table. The Easter as the first disciples encoun- filled with merchandise/furniture, tools in ship at 8 and 10 a.m. Rev. public is invited to attend. tered the empty tomb. garage. Brat fry/bake sale. No early sales. Schroeder will present the procla- The people of Grace Church The 10:00 Celebration Service mation of God's word based on the will participate in a Good Friday will feature special music by the entrance passage from The Gospel service at First Reformed Church senior choir and brass. This serv- according to Matthew. in Sheboygan Falls from noon ice of word, song, and The Sacra- Classifieds are $5 per issue. Payment must accompany ad or be made by 20th of month. On Maundy Thursday, April 21, until 1:00 p.m. on April 22. This ment of Holy Communion will Please do not request billing for classifieds. at a 7:30 p.m. The congregation Ecumenical service will have praise God for the gift of eternal Make checks payable to will worship God in a service of clergy from various churches in life. Terra Media, L.L.C. and mail or leave in drop box at 219 Church St., Kohler, WI 53044 tenebrae (shadows) which includes the community participating. The There will be no church school the Sacrament of Holy Commun- public is invited to this service. A on Easter Sunday, but as always a ion. In the service those gathered “Walk of the Cross” will begin at children's message will be given at will encounter the pain and agony 11:30 starting at the Sheboygan each service and child care will be MEETING DATES experienced by Jesus as he moves Falls Municipal building and will provided during the 10:00 service.

Kohler School Friends 10:00 a.m. second Wednesday of the month in the Library Biotechnology and Molecular from September through May. Kohler Seniors Biology SENIORS! Our April 4th speaker will be Bruce Neerhof, head College Prep Biology students ganism to another. The process in- zyme digested DNA, staining, of Kohler Village Public Works. He's the answer man as to at Kohler High School have re- volves the isolation of plasmid viewing, and photographing the what keeps the Village running smoothly. If you have ques- cently completed the biotechnol- DNA, using endonuclease restric- gel, and learning the process by tions or concerns--bring those along too. We all need to ogy component of the biology tion enzymes to cut DNA at spe- which scientists determine DNA know and appreciate "What's Happening?" 1:30 p.m. at the curriculum. Biotechnology is the cific sites in the DNA sequence, fragment size. Ask any College Village Hall. technology of using living things ligation of the plasmid fragments, Prep Biology student for more in- to create useful products. Biotech- transformation of bacteria, prepa- formation on this experiment. Kohler Police Athletic League (KPAL) nology has historically been used ration and casting of agarous gel, They will be happy to share details Second Thursday of every month at the firehouse. Meetings in the making of bread, wine, soap, electrophoresis of restriction en- of their successful experience! begin at 7:00 p.m. the treatment of waste, and the pro- Kohler Soccer Club duction of cheese. Selective Second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Library. breeding of agricultural animals and selective practices in crop Kohler Athletic Booster Club planting have occurred for hun- First Monday of each month (except January, June and July) dreds of years. Biotechnology has at 5:30pm in the library. changed due to the advancements Kohler Speakez's Toastmasters of technologies such as computers and software in the 1970’s to in- Meets the 2nd and 4th Thur. from 12:10-1p.m. at the Kohler clude the development of human Co. Human Resource Garden Level meeting room. Guests insulin for the treatment of dia- will need to sign in and have an ID to enter the building. Con- betes, human growth hormone for tact Perie Villani for more information 889-2728, perie.vil- children, and identification of spe- [email protected] cific genes responsible for genetic Sheboygan Toastmaster 2121 meets the 1st and 3rd Mon- disorders, and in some cases treat- day of month at The Highland House on corner of 8th and In- ment for those disorders. diana Avenue from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. For additional College Prep Biology students learn and then use the steps neces- information contact 920-287-7130. Students Sarah Conze, Tim Valicenti, Sydney Yang prepare DNA for elec- sary to move a gene from one or- trophoresis. KOHLERVILLAGER.COM APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER 17 BUSINESS CARD CORNER

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Village Meetings Scheduled for April 3873. A sample ballot is available for viewing on GARAGE SALE SIGNS Village Swimming Pool 4/4 Property Committee 4:45 pm the Sheboygan County website, www.co.sheboy- One temporary “garage sale” or “for sale” sign The Village of Kohler swimming pool is opening 4/4 Finance Committee 5:00 pm gan.wi.us. For more information about Wiscon- shall be permitted on each lot or parcel. Signs Wednesday, April 6. Pool hours are as follows: 4/6 Public Library Board 4:00 pm sin’s voter registration system and election located on public property will be removed by Tuesday & Thursday 4:15-6:30 pm; Saturday (at Library) procedures, contact the Wisconsin State Elec- the Public Works Department or Police Depart- 9:00-10:00 am adults only; Saturday & Sunday 4/11 Village Board 5:30 pm tions Board at 1-866-VOTEWIS (868-3947) or ment. 1:30-4:00 pm-open swim. 4/25 Recreation Committee 5:30 pm [email protected], or see their website at Water in Motion Monday-Wednesday-Friday 4/28 Plan Commission 4:30 pm http://elections.wi.gov. From Rec. Dept. 7:00 AM All meetings are held at Kohler Village Hall, 319 Assessment Information on Village Website Susie Wandschneider This is an energizing experience in the shallow Highland Drive, unless otherwise indicated. www.kohlervillage.org Job Opportunity – Summer Program water. A cardio workout and muscle toning are KOHLER FIRE DEPARTMENT BRAT FRY There is now a link on the Village’s website to Manager the emphasis for this class. We encourage partic- On Sunday, May 1, 2011, the Kohler Volunteer Village Assessor Property Information. This al- The Village of Kohler Recreation Department is ipants to wear water shoes, but they are not re- Fire Department is having its annual bray fry at lows you to search for assessment information seeking 1-2 adults to assist in managing some of quired. Ability to swim is not necessary. Men the Fire Station from 11:00am-6:00pm. Here’s a on properties in the Village of Kohler. Informa- the Summer Programs. The duties would include are also encouraged to join this program. Please chance to enjoy some great food & refreshments, tion available includes: an overview of the prop- working with the Recreation Director overseeing bring towels, shampoo and soap. erty, legal description, assessed value, land data, and at the same time show your appreciation to summer programs, monitoring the pool activities Fee $1.00 for residents per session building characteristics, and building square the firefighters who give so much time and ef- and assisting with the occasional special events $2.00 for non-residents per session footage. There is also a section of commonly fort, and risk their own lives to make our com- in the fall and winter. This person would report A card will be available for purchase at the pool. asked questions. munity safer. Proceeds from the fry are used to to and train with the Recreation Director. For The cost will be $10.00 for 12 sessions for resi- purchase special fire/rescue equipment, subsi- more information and compensation, please call dents and $32.00 for non-residents. dize a portion of our business and social ex- From Police Chief Susie Wandschneider, Recreation Director at penses, support various community youth Bill Rutten: 920-458-9726. Please leave a message. Deep Water Cardio and Abs Tuesday and programs, local area Fire/Rescue projects, and Thursday 4:45-5:45pm Soliciting without permits: The Village of Kohler Recreation Brochures were sent out fund a scholarship in Police/Fire Sciences. The participants in this class wear flotation belts Kohler has been experiencing an increase in with the water and sewer bills. Extra copies are for buoyancy. 30 minutes are cardio exercises, Advance sale tickets are available from all mem- door-to-door salespersons soliciting without first available on-line at www.kohlervillage.org or at 20 minutes targeting specific muscle groups and bers of the Fire Department, and we will be sell- obtaining permits. The fees for the permits are the Village Offices. 10 minutes are spent in the shallow water target- ing door to door throughout the Village in the nominal, but the important aspect is that the Vil- CPR Class ing the core muscles and active cool down. You weeks preceding the fry for your convenience. lage is aware of exactly who is soliciting. Back- Community CPR Class for adults 50+ on need not be a strong swimmer to take advantage The tickets cost $1.00, and are worth $1.00 in ground checks can be run and only legitimate organizations are allowed to solicit. If someone Wednesday, April 27th, 12:30 pm at the Kohler of this class. The fee for this class is the same as trade at the fry, and also give you a chance at our is soliciting legally, they will not be upset if they Youth Center. Fee is $10 per person. Please reg- the Water in Motion class. nice selection of door prizes. Thank you for your are asked to see their permit. If no permit has ister at Village Hall. For more information, call support! See you on Sunday May 1, 2011. Actions taken by the Village Board during been issued, please send them on their way and Susie Wandschneider 920-458-9726. Limited is their meeting on February 14, 2011: contact the police department immediately. Non- For Your Information: The Kohler Volunteer space available. Issued the following: profit organizations and established local busi- Fire Department consists of 33 active firefighters = nesses (i.e. Sears, etc.) that may be going Softball for Girls grades 3-6 Building permit to Inland Commercial Proper- and 15 social & honorary members. The active door-to-door are exempt from the permits issued The Village of Kohler Recreation Department is ties for remodeling the interior and exterior of firefighters drill/practice at least 2 times per nd by the Village. offering Girls Softball through The Sheboygan the Fashion Bug and 2 Wind Stores in Deer month, periodically attend firefighting classes, Recreation Department. We will register as a Trace and to Kohler Co. for the Kohler Global participate in many community activities as a de- Just a reminder: Drivers should be aware that team/teams enabling the girls from the Village to Communications Building. partment, and have a monthly business/social the warmer weather will allow more and more = play together, practice in Kohler and travel to- Sign permit to Quality State Oil to replace the meeting. The active firefighters are on call 7 bicycles and scooters to be out and about. Please gether to games which will be played on fields sign faces at the Kohler Q-Mart. days a week/24 hours a day for emergency re- be aware of the children when driving through in Sheboygan. As always, we are looking for par- Approved the following: sponses. the village. Bikes and scooters are allowed on = Stormwater Management Facilities & Mainte- the sidewalks. Scooters are not allowed on the ent coaches, part or full time. Deadline for sign- Current Active Firefighters: Chief-Mike Lind- up is April 14 because we have to sign up with nance Agreement between Kohler Co. and the streets. Also, the newer motorized scooters are Village regarding Operation & Maintenance strom; Deputy Chiefs-Gary Lindow & Jack the Sheboygan Recreation Department by April not allowed on the streets or sidewalks. Those Plan for Global Communications Jarvis; Captains-Chuck Keller, Brett Edgerle & 24th. Fee: $30. Registration forms available at are allowed on private property only. Detention/Sedimentation Pond. Dan Fibiger; Lieutenants-Randy Bauer, Chris Village Hall and on the Village website, = Quote from Schuette MFG Newton to Youth Berlin, Brian Horneck & Tom Teaters; Safety www.kohlervillage.org. Make your checks From Public Works Center ramp handrail, $3,200. Officers-Jeff Simon & Mark Knipping; Fire- payable to The Village of Kohler and turn these = Quote from Pool Works, Inc. for Virginia Gra- fighters-Jerry Baird, Tom Gast, Jeff Granke, Superintendent Bruce forms in to the Village Hall, 319 Highland Drive. ham Baker Act compliant drains for $4,124 and Robert Holzrichter, Nate Jingst, Jason Keller, Neerhof: Baseball for grades SK-grade 2 $1,280 for block up underwater viewing win- Mike Kelm, TJ Kramer, Greg Lindstrom, Greg Registration forms will be distributed in the dows. McKnight, James O’Leary, Randy Rydz, Tom GRASS CLIPPINGS: classroom and will be available at Village Hall = Hiring a replacement part-time Police Officer. Schumacher, Charles Stalzer, Robert Tauben- Begins April 5, 2011 after May 1. = December 2010 Revenue & Expense Reports, heim, Bryan Teaters, Frank Thesier, Richard Village residents are encouraged to mulch as bank reconciliation and journal entries. Vono, Brad Wicklund, Dietmar Wohlgemuth & much of their grass clippings as possible. If this Bantam 3/4 & Cadet 5-8 Baseball = Operator’s Licenses as requested. Todd Zimmermann. is not possible, grass clippings may be placed by If you have any questions please contact: Kyle = Temporary Class B beer license for Kohler Po- the curbside on Tuesdays in a solid container, Gebler, Current Social/Honorary Members: Lee lice Athletic League Bray Fry 2/20/11. such as a bushel basket or garbage can, not to ex- 451-1664 or Susie Wandschneider, 458-9726. Gumm, Bob Hiers, Gordon Horneck, Henry = Tourism Promotion & Development Commit- ceed 50 lbs. NO PLASTIC BAGS ARE AL- = Registered players are placed on teams based Horneck, Joe Kleefisch, Randy Kraemer, Tom tee funds requests: LOWED on age and grade. Coaches will contact players Leonhardt, Bundy Lorenz, John Pethan, Tim Pil- 2011 Kohler School Friends Holiday Arts & regarding practice schedules and games. grim, Tom Schnettler, Carl Schulz, Charles YARD WASTE: Craft Fair, $5,300 = Requests from players to play on a different Simon, Gerry Simon, and Mike Zimmermann. Begins April 5, 2011 2011 Kohler Classic Run, $2,500 team other than determined by their grade, Yard waste is picked up on Tuesdays and must First quarters direct marketing programs at a Current K.F.D. Officers: President-Dietmar must be approved by the coaches and the VOK be placed in solid containers. Brush should be cost not to exceed $75,000 Wohlgemuth; Vice President-Mike Zimmer- Recreation Department. neatly piled in five foot lengths. NO PLASTIC 2011 Kohler Festival of Beer, $20,000 mann; Secretary-Jack Jarvis; Treasurer-Dan = Games will begin in May for Cadets and early BAGS ARE ALLOWED. DO NOT RAKE = Resolutions: Fibiger; Trustees-Tom Gast, Chuck Keller, and GRASS, LEAVES OR DEBRIS INTO THE June for the Bantam 3 / 4. 2011-1, Amending the 2010 General Fund and Charles Stalzer. = STREET – leaves are collected this way in the Registration form must be signed by a parent Capital Outlay Budgets. From Clerk/Treasurer fall ONLY! / guardian and turned in to the Village Recre- 2011-2, Adopting an Updated Village of ation Department with registration fee before Kohler Emergency Operations Plan and au- REPORTING OF ILLICIT Laurie Lindow: a player can participate in practice and games. thorizing the Village President and Village DISCHARGE: = Late registration may result in the player being Clerk to approve expenditures under a state of Office Hours It is a requirement in the Village of Kohler Storm placed on a waiting list. emergency. water permit with the to educate the Public on = The Village Offices will be closing at 12:00 noon Playing up a league must be approved by the 2011-3, Carry Over Funds from the 2010 illicit discharges to the storm water system. An on Good Friday, April 22. Regular office hours VOK Recreation Department. Budget to the 2011 Budget. are Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–4:00 pm. illicit discharge would be the dumping of any chemical, pet waste, or hazardous substance into Fee: Bantam 3/4, $35.00 for Village Residents; Spring Election Tuesday, April 5 the street or a storm basin inlet. The substance $50.00 for Non-Residents. Cadet 5-8, $50.00 for The Spring Election will be held Tuesday, April would eventually make its way into the Sheboy- Village Residents; $65.00 for Non-Residents. 5. The polling place is located in the Kirkpatrick gan River causing a pollution hazard. To report Registration Deadlines: Cadet April 8, 2011 , Center at the Kohler Village Hall, 319 Highland an illicit discharge, please call the Public Works Bantam May 1, 2011. Please return Registra- Drive, and will be open from 7:00 am to 8:00 office at . tion and Fee to the Village Hall. Additional pm. For more information about voter registra- registration forms are available at the Village tion, absentee voting and upcoming elections, Hall and on the Village website, www.kohlervil- contact the Clerk-Treasurer’s office at 920-459- lage.org. 20 APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM Kohler School News

Blizzard Read monthly updates from KOHLER KARE Make-up day Superintendent Lexmond at Summer registration now available Registration for summer Kohler Kare is now available. Forms are Kohler School is in session www.kohlerpublicschools.org available on the Kohler School web page or can be picked up from on Monday, April 25th Mrs. Neil at the Kohler School . The Kohler Kare summer program will begin June 9th and will run through August 26th. The program starts at 7:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday. We are closed on the 4th of July. Parents may sign up for either a half day Budget Listening Session or full day.We do a wide variety of activities each day consisting March 31--District Office Conference Room 7:00-:9:00 pm of taking /picking up children from swimming, tennis, t-ball les- sons,library programs,computer time,crafts, cooking classes,field April 2--Woodlake Market 9:00-11:00 am trip Thursday, outdoor play, and swimming each afternoon at the Thursday, April 7 @ 7:00 - 8:30 pm District Kohler pool. Please contact Mrs. Neil at 459-2920 ext 1493 or email Office Conference Room her at [email protected]. Two Kohler teachers attend science teachers 25th annual Youth Art Month Exhibition convention in San Francisco at John Michael Kohler Arts Center Congratulations to the following Kohler The National Science Teachers students who had their artwork displayed at Association held its annual conven- the Twenty‐Fifth Annual Sheboygan County Student Art Exhibition: tion from March 9-13, in San Fran- Levi Boy, senior– Drawing cisco. Kohler science teachers, Jenna Peters, senior – Acrylic Painting Jessie Good and Dana Krejcarek Kim Lammers, junior – Acrylic Painting were invited by the Presidential Angela Sjolund, junior – Glass Mosaic Award Program to share their best Kristina Kusel, sophomore – Mixed Media practice lessons involving differen- Madeline Todd, freshman – Sandpainting tiated instruction in the biology and David Shapiro, freshman – Fused Glass chemistry classrooms. They also Katie Ruelle, 8 grade – Ceramics presented information related to Hannah Cantrell, 8 grade – Mixed Media distance learning in science educa- Amanda Renzelmann ‐ 7th Grade tion. In addition, both teachers took Chloe Bohn ‐ 4th Grade part in several other professional Evan Udovich ‐ 4th Grade development opportunities, includ- Justin Pellowski ‐ 4th Grade ing Key Leader events, Presidential Emma Egbert ‐ 4th Grade Award events, GLOBE events, Aleah Roeber ‐ 3rd Grade workshops, share-a-thons, key- Artists are the Kohler students of: note speakers, and technology Margaret Goodell, grades 8‐12 & training events. Stacy Stanley, grades K‐7

Get your aloha group Third and fourth grade HonorRoll together and be art classes visit the Statistics John Michael Kohler Percentage of Kohler High transported to Hawaii School Students on the Honor Roll (3.0 or above) for Attend this fun event to support Arts Center Semester 1 By Mrs. Stanley, K-7 Art mal Magnetism and participated in 9th grade – 67% the Kohler Performing Arts This March the third and fourth an art workshop. Third grade stu- 10th grade – 79% grade art classes had the opportu- dents created Beasts in a Box and 11th grade – 84% Organization! fourth grade students used animals nity to visit the John Michael 12th grade – 74% Silent Auction Items include: Kohler Arts Center. Students as inspiration to embellish the front Private Spa party for 6 at Salon 511; Vollrath full set of pots/pans; 4 Brew- viewed the ongoing exhibit, Ani- of a journal. Percentage of Kohler Middle ers Club Seats with parking; Kindle package; Olivu private party for 8- School Students on the Honor 12 people with refreshments and gift certificate toward product Roll (3.0 or above) for Quarter 2 purchases; Kayak; Yoga retreat for 8 at Cedar Lake; gift certificates from 7th grade--84% many area restaurants including Stefano’s and Bread & Bean; Golf for four at Pine Hills Country Club; VIP seating for graduation and musical 8th grade--71% events; Preferred parking spot; Gift certificates to Kohler Water Spa cer- tificate and Movers and Shakers; and many more wonderful items! Check out Art work by Jordyn S . weekly updates fromthe school counseling office at kohlerpublicschools.org click on School Counseling then Laura Multer and fi- John B. nally on News You Can Use. New postings every Wednesday with book re- views, resources and op- portunities for students Third Grade Students: Tommy G., Ethan D. and their families. and Asha E. KOHLERVILLAGER.COM APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER 21 Junior Kindergarten Junior kindergarten celebrates classes act in Goldilocks Dr. Suess’s Birthday and the Three Bears

Kohler Junior Kindergarten classes had the opportunity to act in the play, Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Actors are: Papa Bear was played by Jake Marventano, Momma Bear was Isabelle Wohlgemuth, Gavon Saxe was Baby Bear and Miss Fun visitors came to junior kindergarten during Dr. Suess’s Birthday. The Cat in the Hat, Thing Goldilocks was Audrey Balint. One and Thing Two were hard to contain as the celebrations unraveled.

On-Going Fundraising Programs at Kohler School: Battle of the Books Labels For Education - Clip UPC CODES from Campbell Soup, Swanson Soup, Franco American products, and Pepperidge Farm products. LIDS from V8 drinks and Prego sauces. Fifth grade held their annual Clipped UPC must include the Campbell’s logo also. Battle of the Books on March 7 in the school library. Box Tops for Education – Clip Box Tops coupons from General Mills cereal, Pillsbury Refrigerated & Frozen/Dairy, Hamburger Helper, Betty Crocker Eight teams of five students Snacks & Baking, Ziploc Bags/Containers, Kleenex and many more products. each read a total 43 books and LET’S GET STARTED EARNING SOME GREAT competed in a reading challenge to show their knowledge. Kemps Milk “Give ‘Em Five” Program - collect caps from gallon and ½ gallon containers Written and oral quiz questions Golden Guernsey & Morning Glory were asked on each book. The fol- “Kids Caps & Cash” Program – collect caps from gallon and ½ gallon containers lowing teams had the best recall of

Nature’s Touch stories read: “Milk Moola” & “Donuts to Dough” First Place Team: Emily Tipton, Program – sold at Kwik Trip – collect caps from gallon and ½ gallon containers and bag tops from any Ben Maki, Meg Biznek, Nick Her- Nature’s Touch products. Also, “ovals” from Glazer dozen or ½ dozen donut containers man and Mackinzie Rickabaugh. Second Place Team: Kara Friske, “EXTRAS” for our school. Students can turn in their box-tops / caps / UPC’s at anytime to their Katie Wilkens, Kaleigh Roeder, classrooms. We will be having a contest again this school year. Each classroom will be tallied monthly and the top two classes with the most points at the end of the school year will receive an ice-cream party (each Braxton Smith and Jacques Beane. box-top / cap / label = 1 point). Mrs. Ann Bitter, Mr. Duane Robin Stock / coordinator DuMez, Mrs. Alyca Arentsen and Carrie Pieper /coordinator Mrs. Jaberg set up the event. Children with disabilities procedure Kohler Public School April 2011 The school district must locate, identify, and evaluate all chil- Lunch Menu dren with disabilities, including children with disabilities at- tending private schools in the school district, regardless of MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY Prepared From Scratch 1 APRIL FOOL'S DAY the severity of their disabilities. The school district has a spe- Grilled Cheese Contains Pork Tomato Soup cial education screening program to evaluate all children with Crackers Vegetarian Entrée suspected disabilities and are at least three years old. Upon Harvest of the Month Belgian Waffle request, the school district will screen a child who has not Fresh vegetables plus fresh and Alternative Entrées Contains Peanuts canned fruits are available daily with Garden Salad graduated high school to determine whether a special edu- lunch from the Fruit & Vegetable Bar. Yogurt Pak Contains Tree Nuts 45678 cation referral is appropriate. A request may be made by con- Cheeseburger Three Cheese or Soft Taco Spring Pasta & Turkey Salad Potato Crusted Fish Fillet Chef Ted's On Display tacting Jackie Schira, Special Education Director at 459-2920 on Wheat Bun Pepperoni Lettuce, Tomatoes,Cheese, Fresh Fruit Cup Butter Noodles Lettuce & Tomatoes Stromboli Sour Cream, & Salsa Birthday Cake Peas & Carrots x1200. Oven Fries Caesar Pasta Salad Mexican Corn Dinner Roll Moroccan Chicken Wrap Turkish Grilled Flatbread Chef Carved Turkey Santa Fe Rice Bowl Pasta Bar Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Taco Salad Chicken Lunch Box Popeye Salad Chicken Caesar Salad Garden Salad KOHLER TIMES is published for residents of the Turkey BLT Wrap Ham and Swiss Bagel Chicken Pita Roasted Veg Focaccia Yogurt Pak Kohler School District 11 12 13 1/2 Day 14 15 INCOME TAXES DUE Chicken Nuggets Pizza Parlor Pizza Meatball Sub Cheese Omelet Kohler Public Schools Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Cheese or Hot Dog Kettle Chips Hash Brown Glazed Carrot Chicken Alfredo Whole Wheat Bun Jello Scone 333 Upper Road, Kohler, WI 53044 Whole Grain Bread Popeye Salad Tator Tots 920-459-2920 Chicken Pesto Flatbread Gyro Chicken Wok Baked Potato Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Board of Education Taco Salad Chicken Lunch Box Chicken Caesar Salad Garden Salad Turkey BLT Wrap Ham and Swiss Bagel Roasted Veg Focaccia Yogurt Pak Jane Bishop, President 18 PATRIOT'S DAY 19 20 21 22 GOOD FRIDAY Oven Fried Chicken Three Cheese or Pulled Pork Sandwich Lasagna EARTH DAY Avoid Drinks with Laura Kohler, Vice President Baby Red Roasted Potatoes Johnsville Brat Baked Potato Halves Garden Salad John Suralik, Treasurer Broccoli Stromboli Creamy Cole Slaw Garlic Bread Added Sugar Apple Pie Broccoli Salad One 12-oz soda has about Marlene Yang 10 teaspoons of sugar in it, Tailgator Grilled Chicken Pesto Panini Turkey BLT Fajita Bar more than the Diane Kelly Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées daily recommended limit! Taco Salad Chicken Lunch Box Popeye Salad Chicken Caesar Salad Try sparkling water with Turkey BLT Wrap Ham and Swiss Bagel Chicken Pita Roasted Veg Focaccia lemonLUNCH or a splash PRICES of fruit juice. District Administrator 25 EASTER MONDAY 26 27 28 29 ARBOR DAY Elementary $3.25 Marty Lexmond Mini Corn Dog French Bread Pizza Chicken Alfredo Homemade Chili GRANDPARENT'S DAY Secondary $3.25 Mac & Cheese with Marinara Sauce over Pasta Assorted Toppings Additional Milk $0.40 Editor Rice Krispy Treat Fruit Salad Vegetable Medley Cinnamon Roll Three Cheese Adult $3.25 Garlic Bread Stick Stromboli Extra Entrée $2.00 Mary Struck Caesar Salad Cubano Made to Order Burrito Footers Slider Bar E-mail submissions: [email protected] Brownie Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Alternative Entrées Phone: 331-4904 Taco Salad Chicken Lunch Box Popeye Salad Chicken Caesar Salad If you have any questions or concerns, Turkey BLT Wrap Ham and Swiss Bagel Chicken Pita Roasted Veg Focaccia please call for appointment with: Menus are subject to change without notice. Kohler Times deadline: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, Milk Choice of 1%, Skim Ted Weidman parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. and 100% Fruit Juice Chef / Manager (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact is included with Lunch 20th of every month USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 920-459-2920 ext 1439 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 22 APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COM Kohler Engineering Music Notes On February 26, Kohler music stu- son, Saxophone Solo – Annabelle Jazz String Improvisation - Club launches dents participated in the WSMA Goese, Saxophone Duet – Anne Hunter Lewinski By Phillip Samuels and perts and learn so this year’s grill District Solo & Ensemble Festival. Benishek & Sara Ertel, Madeline Class A State Katie Anderson can be even better than last year’s Results were fantastic! Because of Kelly & Kyle Struck, Clarinet [Qualified for State Festival] limited space only the first place January and February have been bomber. Duet – Rachel Maggie & Abby Swing Choir, Madrigal Singers, results are listed. Congratulations Lee, Clarinet Solo – Sarah Leick, about launch off for the Kohler En- Working on the grill is not all the Piano Duet – John Tengowski & gineering Club. Members worked club has accomplished. A broken to all participants! Meghan Long, Vocal Solo – Lind- Ryan Tengowski, Parade Drum – hard on constructing a full scale recliner chair with a built-in lift Class C sey Griswold, Alex Romanoski, Brendan Schneider, Andrew model for the Project GRILL. We seat and heating was donated to the Jazz Band II, Piano Solo – Morgan Brooke Dietrich, , Vocal Duet – began by using Auto CAD, a pro- club. The remote connected to the Fenton, Jazz Woodwind Improvi- Lindsey Griswold & Brooke Diet- Grose, Drum Set Solo – Brendan gram that helped us create a de- chair was broken, rendering the sation – Charles Olmsted, Drum rich, Grace Lofgren & Annabelle Schneider, Clarinet Quartet – Lau- tailed drawing of our grill. By chair useless. We decided to try to Set Solo – Jonathan Watson, Chris- Goese, Alto Saxophone – Nick ren Henderson, Erin Lammers, working with this program we give back to the community by re- tine Leffel, Andrew Grose, Snare Christensen, Vocal Duet – Megan Brenna Hogan, and Alex Mauer, made our first mockup out of card- pairing the chair and donating it to Drum Solo – Sam Wenberg, Saxo- Conklin & John Tengowski, Flute Solo – Lily Zehfus, Classical board and wood. We were also ex- Meadow View Manor. We hope it phone Solo – Calvin Stefanczyk, Emma & Elizabeth Weber, Vocal Vocal Solo – Brenna Hogan, cited to visit our sponsor warms up Elaine Rautmann’s life Saxophone Duet – Marisa Adams Solo – Izzy Heins, Lily Hart, Han- Michael Krueger, Ryan Ten- Johnsonville, who comes by at the nursing home. Also a special & Audra Hoffmann, Snare Drum – nah Cantrell, John Tengowski, gowski, Andrew Grose, and weekly to give us advice. We con- thanks to Pam Rickmerer, the em- Sam Wenberg, Clarinet Solo – Elizabeth Weber, Audra Hoff- Melyssa Louwagie, Musical The- tinue to meet with even more ex- ployee that set up the delivery. Carson Schneider, Saxophone mann,, Megan Conklin, and Katie ater Solo – Andrew Grose, Rachel Duet – Marisa Adams & Audra Ruelle O’Keefe, and Melyssa Louwagie, Hoffmann, Woodwind Trio – An- Class A Barbershop Quartet – Ilir Ametie, nika Lee, Lily Hart, and Megan Piano Solo – Katelyn Van Treeck, Ryan Tengowski, Charles Olm- Conklin, Vocal Duet – Amanda Snare Drum Solo – Christine Lef- Meyer & Larissa Paseta, Vocal fel, Trumpet Duet – Melyssa sted, and Ryan Zittel, Vocal Mixed Double Duet – Amanda Egbert, Louwagie & Ryan Zittel, Vocal Duet – Melyssa Louwagie & Ryan Allie Bryce, Hannah Cantrell, and Duet – Brenna & Connor Hogan, Zittel, Rachel O’Keefe & Charles Loni Chung, Katie Ruelle, Annika Classical Vocal Solo – Lauren Olmsted, Vocal Duet – Melyssa Lee, Hannah Cantrell, and Katie Henderson, Rachel O’Keefe, Cole Louwagie & Rachel O’Keefe Lindow, Vocal Solo – Christian Brock, Sarah Leick, Annabelle Special thanks to Mrs. Kukla, Mrs. Downs, Hannah Coppersmith Goese, Jessica Dyksterhouse, Hucke, Mrs. Sue Hildebrand, Mrs. Class B Grace Lofgren, Musical Theater Sue Billman, and Ms. Peggy Hoff- Piano Solo - Annabelle Goese, Solo – Kim Lammers, Brenna mann for accompanying many of Sydney Yang, Brass Duet – John Hogan, Sarah Leick, Jessica Dyk- the student performances. Tengowski & Hunter Lewinski, sterhouse, Ryan Tengowski, Parade Drum Solo – Jonathan Wat- Grace Lofgren, Greg Suralik, Kohler musicians perform, record at Disney studios On Thursday, March 30, 121 tunity to work in the Walt Disney music industry. Kohler students NASA Kennedy Space Center. students of Kohler. We know the students and chaperones will be recording studios while using a will be working with composers, Half of the tour expense was students are excited about per- embarking on a Band and Choir click track and wireless headset to arrangers, conductors and studio paid for and sponsored by the Per- forming and recording in the Walt trip to Florida. The students were produce their very own version of musicians, each with Disney credit forming Arts Organization through Disney studios. Educational expe- selected and invited to perform at a Disney film. While in the stu- to their name. In addition to the ed- their annual dinner and auction. riences like this will truly provide Walt Disney World. In addition to dios, Disney music professionals ucational opportunities provided On behalf of all the students and many memories that will last a their two performances at Walt will teach the students important by Walt Disney World, the stu- chaperones, we appreciate all the lifetime. Disney World, both the band and performance concepts and skills, dents will also take a day trip to moral and financial support you choir students will have the oppor- and what it is like to work in the Cape Canaveral and visit the have given to the performing arts Board of Education Regular Meeting Minutes February 14, 2011 Call to Order ics. budget. Policy 3122/4122—Nondiscrimination and John Suralik seconded the motion. All ayes. Jane Bishop called the meeting to order at Board President’s Report Consent Agenda Equal Employment Opportunity (Revised/Re- Motion carried. 6:05 p.m. in the District Office Conference Jane Bishop invited all the board members to Approval of January 10, 2011 Regular Board vised) Consideration of administrative recommen- Room. Roll Call was taken by Marlene Yang. the Legislative Breakfast in Plymouth on the minutes Policy 3160—Physical Examination (Revised) dation to accept letter of resignation and re- The following board members were present: scind the non-renewal notice. Diane Kelly third Mondays of the month. WASB voted on Approval of Invoices Policy 3161/4161—Fitness for Duty (Re- Marlene Yang, Diane Kelly, Jane Bishop and resolutions to bring to the state. 18 resolu- vised) moved to accept the letters of resignation and Reports of the Finance Committee John Suralik. Laura Kohler was absent. tions were proposed and 15 were approved Policy 4160—Physical Examination (Revised) rescind the non-renewal notices. John Suralik Recommendation to present and consider the Statement of Public Notice by the WASB delegates. Policy 4430.05—Nursing Mothers (New) seconded the motion. All ayes. Motion car- Friday, February 11, 2011 @ 3:00 p.m. KESPA contract to the Full Board ried. Certificates of Honor & Kohler’s Finest— Recommendation to present and consider the Policy 5111.01—Homeless Students (Re- Approval of Agenda High School—Katie Anderson, Max Becker, resolution of Fair Funding for our Future to the vised) Moving Education Forward: Fair Funding for John Suralik moved to approve the agenda. Elizabeth Diehl, Kevin Gullett, Danielle Hart, Full Board Policy 5111.02—Educational Opportunity for our Future Marlene Yang seconded the motion. All ayes. Jacob Hart, Karianna Heins, Brenna Hogan, Reports of the Policy Committee Military Children (New) Marlene Yang moved to approve the following Closed Session—John Suralik moved to ad- Kim Lammers, Erin Lammers, Sarah Leick, Recommendation to approve the development Policy 5112—Entrance Age (Revised) resolution: Resolved, the Kohler School Dis- journ into closed session. Marlene Yang sec- Alex Maur, Zach Neil, Billy O’Neill, Natalie of a policy regarding on-line learning Policy 5113—Open Enrollment Program trict endorses the Fair Funding for Our Future onded the motion. All ayes. Adjourn to closed Westphalen Recommendation to approve the development (Inter-District) (Revised) plan which provides crucial reform to our session. Middle School—Nick Christensen, Dominic of a policy regarding (non-youth options) Policy 5330—Administration of school funding system while holding the line Roll Call—Marlene Yang called roll. John Bocchini, Hanna Wollin, Noah Fink, Hanna post-secondary options Medication/Emergency Care (Revised) on property taxes and urges its immediate adoption. John Suralik seconded the motion. Suralik, Diane Kelly, Jane Bishop and Marlene Coulson, Aidan Hogan, Abby Czieynski, Reports of the Committee of the Whole Policy 5451.01—Wisconsin Academic Excel- All ayes. Motion carried. Yang were present. Laura Kohler was absent. Kohler’s Finest—Christy Zheng, Cindy Zheng, Recommendation to approve the lence Scholarship (Revised) Consideration of recommendation to ap- KESPA Negotiations There is a tentative Ben Tengowski renewals/non-renewals as presented by the Policy 5500—Student Code of Classroom prove KESPA Contract 2010-2013 agreement brought to the finance committee. Superintendent’s Report administration Conduct (Revised) John Suralik moved to approve the 2010- These have been quality negotiations. The Marty reported on the following: Marlene Yang moved to approve the consent Policy 7540—Computer Technology Network, 2013 Kohler Educational Support Personnel membership ratified it today. District update presented to staff in January agenda. Diane Kelly seconded. All ayes. & Internet Acceptable Use & Safety (Revised) Association Contract. Marlene Yang sec- Build Community update – Kind Matters Motion carried. Policy 7540.03—Student Network & Internet Teacher Positions Three budget scenarios onded the motion. All ayes. Motion carried. Achievement and Growth update – trend in Acceptable Use and Safety (Revised) have been proposed. Marty will be using #3 Action and/or Discussion Items Adjournment as a framework to balance the budget. D’s and F’s continue decline Policy 7540.04—Staff Network & Internet Ac- Community Advisory Group update – Vision Recommendation to approve the first read- Marlene Yang moved to adjourn. Diane Kelly Diane Kelly moved to reconvene into open ing of the NEOLA Policies. ceptable Use and Safety (Revised) seconded. All ayes. Motion carried. Meeting session. John Suralik seconded the motion. group March 9, 2011 process Diane Kelly moved to approve the first reading Policy 7540.05—Assistive Technology and adjourned at 8:10 pm. All ayes. Motion carried. Open enrollment trends of the following policies: Services (Revised) Important Future Dates Review of District Finances Reconvene in Open Session/Roll Call of Bylaw 0168.1 Open Meeting (Revised) Policy 8310—Public Records (Revised) Monday, March 14, 2011—Regular Board Members (Kohler School Library) Marty reported the current budget is still on Policy 1213/3213/4213—Student Supervi- Policy 8450—Control of Casual-Contact Meeting @ 7:00 pm in Library Marlene Yang called roll. John Suralik, Diane track. Bill, the business manager, is monitor- Communicable Diseases (Revised) ing any areas that may exhibit a red flag. The sion & Welfare (New/Revised/Revised) Thursday, March 31, 2011—Budget Listening Kelly, Jane Bishop and Marlene Yang were Policy 8452—Automated External Defibrilla- district is keeping a close eye at what is hap- Policy 1460—Physical Examination (Replace- Session @ 7:00 pm in District Conference present. Laura Kohler was absent. tors (AED) (Revised) pening at the state level. The governor’s plan ment) Room Communications/Announcements/Sched- Policy 8500—Food Services (Revised) will directly impact the budgets at local levels. Policy 1461—Fitness for Duty (New) Saturday, April 2, 2011—Budget Listening ules/Presentations Policy 9160—Public Attendance at School Session @ 9:00 am at Woodlake Market Vicki Friske, Suzanne Fink, Marcus Knuth, Tim The district is projecting a budget deficit of Policy 2260.01—Section 504/ADA Prohibition $329,000 for the 2011-2012 school year. Against Discrimination based on Disability Events (Revised) Respectfully submitted, Friske and Beth Tengowski expressed their Policy 9800—High School Diplomas to Veter- Paula Anderson concerns regarding middle school mathemat- Marty, Bill and the finance committee are con- (Revised) tinuously looking for ways to balance the ans (Revised) KOHLERVILLAGER.COM APRIL, 2011 = KOHLER VILLAGER 23 The American Club Resort a KOHLER experience Calendar of Events

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Continued from previous page... Let’s do lunch! Wisconsin Room at The American Club Resort is open for business The Wisconsin Room at The Amer- Grilled Tenderloin Sandwich or the Kohler Co., The Wisconsin Room fea- ican Club Resort, the Midwest’s only flavorful Seared Walleye. For those tures antique chandeliers, leaded glass Wisconsin Room Lunch Menu Course One Seared Walleye AAA Five Diamond Resort-Hotel for with a sweet tooth, desserts range from windows, elegant floral print Creamy Wild Mushroom Soup pistachio and cranberry wild rice pilaf, 25 consecutive years, opens for busi- light fare to decadent chocolate. draperies, and fine furniture pieces by wild grains, shiitake mushroom chips garden vegetables, orange rosemary ness lunch today. The Wisconsin To accommodate diners who may Baker. 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The original din- cheese whipped cream Guests shouldn’t miss the succulent ing hall of immigrant workers for roasted asparagus and creamed spinach Volunteer now Cheers to the Third Annual Kohler Festival of Beer for the 2012 The Best of Brews at The American golfers, this event boasts hole-in-one (Madison, WI), North Coast Brewing Saturday, May 28 – Saturday Day Club Resort – May 27-29, 2011 prizes of a Harley-Davidson Sport- Co. (Fort Bragg, CA), Southern Tier Pass $70 U.S. Women’s Beer lovers are invited for a third ster, a 47-inch LCD HDTV and up to Brewing Co. (Lakewood, NY), New (Pass includes Cheers to Beers and Open round of fun on tap at Kohler Festi- $5,000 in cash. Holland Brewing Co. (Holland, MI), Homebrewers’ Competition) val of Beer, held over Memorial Day Get started early Sunday morning Belhaven Brewery (Dunbar, Scot- Noon-1:30pm – Four-Course Beer Weekend, May 27 through May 29, with the Eggs & Kegs Breakfast land) Luncheon at The Wisconsin Room 2011. The popular celebration brings Buffet, featuring a delicious sam- TICKETS & HOTEL PACKAGES This inaugural Four-Course luncheon more than 1,000 brew fans to Kohler pling of brews at Cucina, and con- The complete schedule, tickets and will feature a chef from the Kitchens for a weekend filled with beer- clude the weekend with the hotel packages for the 2011 Kohler of Kohler, paired with Wisconsin themed happenings, a homebrew toe-tapping Blues, Brews & BBQ, a Festival of Beer are available online Brews. competition, lively entertainment and celebration of barbeque cuisine with at ww.americanclubresort.com/beer- $50 per person tastings from more than 30 brewers. live blues music and of course, an ex- festival or by calling 1-800-344- 10am-4pm – Third Annual Blackwolf “This event is for the beer lover in tensive assortment of beers. 2838. Tickets are available now a la Run Beer Challenge Tournament & The official volunteer hat and shirt, all of us. 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Scott Silvestri, Group Director of and pair them with delicious beers, Day Pass is available for $115 per 10-11am – Beer Pairings at the Find out more benefits—the most ever Marketing, Hospitality & Real Estate Cheers to Beers at the renowned person and includes Eggs & Kegs Demonstration Kitchen at The Shops offered—and register now to be a U.S. for Kohler Co. “Each year we find Kohler Design Center, and a Home- breakfast, Shorts and Chefs and at Woodlake Women's Open volunteer. new and fun ways to celebrate Wis- brewers’ Competition judged by Blues, Brews & BBQ events. $25 per person The internationally televised cham- consin’s passion for beer and its beer American Homebrew Competition Two-night hotel packages on Satur- pionship returns to Blackwolf Run’s 2-4pm – Homebrewers’ Competition making heritage. This is definitely an certified judges. 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The grand prize winning (Pass includes Eggs & Kegs, Shorts 2011 KOHLER FESTIVAL OF 2011 KOHLER FESTIVAL OF Other benefits include official cloth- beer will be available throughout the BEER – SCHEDULE OF EVENTS and Chefs and Blues, Brews & BEER BREWERIES ing, commemorative pin, food and summer at the resort’s signature pub Participating breweries include: Friday, May 27 BBQ) beverage vouchers, complimentary and restaurant, the Horse & Plow, lo- Wisconsin – Central Waters Brewing 8-10pm – Tapping Party, 8-10am – Eggs & Kegs Breakfast parking and exclusive rewards through cated at The American Club. Company (Amherst), The Great Dane $25 per person Buffet at Cucina at The Shops at The American Club Resort. The celebration will commence on Pub & Brewing Co. (Madison), 5:30-9pm – Beer Lovers’ American Woodlake Volunteer positions include admis- Friday night with a festive Tapping Leinenkugel’s (Chippewa Falls), Bounty Seafood Buffet in The Wis- $25 per person sion sales and will call, caddie hospi- Party featuring unreleased, new Wis- Sprecher Brewing Company (Mil- consin Room Noon-3pm – Shorts and Chefs tality, credentials and access control, consin and American beers, the Beer waukee), Tyranena Brewing Com- Reservations recommended. $32 per $40 per person transportation, leaderboards and thru Lover’s American Bounty Seafood pany (Lake Mills), Buffalo Water person/$14 Children (4-12 years) boards, marshals, merchandise tent, Buffet at The Wisconsin Room, and 5-6pm – Beer Pairings at the Demon- monster board, on-course supplies and (Milwaukee), BluCreek Brewing the Friday Fish Fry at Blackwolf 5-10pm – All-You-Can-Eat Beer-Bat- stration Kitchen at The Shops at other important posts. (Madison) Run. The entertainment continues on tered Fish Fry at Blackwolf Run Woodlake Volunteer positions will be filled on US – Dogfish Head, New Belgium, Saturday with beer pairings and the $25 per person a first-come-first-serve basis. Those in- Left Hand, Goose Island, Crispin 10pm-Midnight – After Hours Tap Third Annual Blackwolf Run Beer 7-10pm – Blues, Brews & BBQ terested should act fast and complete International –Duvel/Ommegang Delight at The Horse & Plow Challenge Golf Tournament & Mil- $65 per person the Online Volunteer Application Form Howe Sound lion-Dollar Shootout on the Meadow at www.2012uswomensopen.com, New to 2011 – Ale Asylum (Madi- Valleys Course, sponsored by where committee choices and schedule son, WI), Big Bay Brewing (Shore- Leinenkugel’s. A favorite among preferences are listed, or call 920-453- wood, WI), Vintage Brewing Co. 2889 for more information.