Nonprofit Webster’s Community and School Newspaper Enhanced Carrier Rt. THE U.S. POSTAGE PAID Webster, WI 54893 Permit #5 POSTAL PATRON Publications Class Webster Senior High School Business Department Webster, Wisconsin (715) 866-4281 [email protected] December 2009 Webster School District Issue 3 Letters WHS Christmas Dinner to Siiri Larsen Santa WHS Junior Monday, December 14, Webster High School held the page 8 Student Council accepting a generous donation from annual Christmas dinner and concert. The dinner began at George Costello of Danbury Fire and Rescue. (Photo by 4:45 p.m. with volunteers from the band and choir serving Allison Leef) food and waiting on tables. The meal was accompanied New by students singing or playing a Christmas song of their choice. There were a lot of tasty treats for after the meal Notification Holiday Drive made by members of the community. The dinner was Kendra Avery sponsored by Terry Larsen. Phone System WHS Staff Following the dinner, director Jim Muus led both the pages 4 and 5 Once again the Webster Student Council hosted the junior high and high school choir through a number of Food and Toy Drive. Each year families in the district are popular Christmas songs such as Joy to the World and Oh given a little extra help from the Webster High School to Holy Night. Following their performance the junior high make their holiday a bit brighter. There are countless area and senior high band played a few Christmas favorites businesses that help to make this event possible each year. under the direction of Julie Strang. Mary’s Boy Child and Elementary Our biggest supporter is the Danbury Fire and Rescue. The First Noel were two of the four songs played by the Each year they raise money during their annual Hunters senior high band. Christmas Dinner and this year was no exception. Mr. George As the night came to an end, everyone was filled with Costello brought a check for $5500, a generous donation the Christmas spirit. It was a very successful night with Program that was used to supplement the donations raised in the a great turnout and a lot of smiling faces ready for the school and community. This event would not be possible Christmas season. page 6 without their dedication and help each year. Mr. Steve Ward donated $300 from his Community Inclement Weather Helps Fund this year. The following list of businesses have School may be closed due to been supporters every year: Nexen, Yellow River Pharmacy, inclement weather. If such a Ace Hardware, Wayne’s Foods Plus, US Bank, Wild Bills, closing should occur it will be Holiday Gas Station, Cedar Wood Apartments, Post Office, announced over the following radio and TV stations: Elementary School, Bremer Bank- Danbury, Library, • WCCO-TV (4) Bookstore, Main Store, and NAPA. Without the help of • KSTP-TV (5) these businesses and groups this event would not possible • KBJR-TV (6) SUPERIOR- and Webster High School would like to thank them for their DULUTH continued support. • FOX 9-TV (9) With the hopes of making Christmas merrier and easier • KARE 11-TV (11) • WCCO-RADIO (830 AM) for more than 60 local families this year, the Webster Student Council members are working hard to weigh, sort, • WCMP-RADIO (1350 AM- A section of the high school band as they are playing at 100.9 FM) and package all of the generous donations of food, toys, and the Christmas concert. (Photo compliments of Laura Melzer) • WJMC-RADIO (1240 AM- clothing to have them delivered by Christmas. Thank you 96.1 FM) to everyone who has helped and Merry Christmas! • WGMO-RADIO (95.3 FM) The vision statement of The Bridge is to have an ongoing Christmas at the Fort positive communication Felicity Bell between the community WHS Freshman and school by using school, community, and business Did you tell Santa Clause yummy apple cider. partnerships to develop what you wanted for Christmas? While parents were at the greater learning opportunities Mr. & Mrs. Clause came to visit silent auction, children had for students in the Webster the Fort in Danbury on Friday, their faces painted by the face Schools. December 4, through Sunday, painter and visited Angelique, In this issue: December 6, for the twelfth in her teepee, where she told annual Christmas at the Fort. stories about her experiences This year’s theme was “Santa’s growing up and the new things School News 1 - 1 0 Workshop”. she discovered. There was also Calendar and Menu 3 Families came down and a Christmas tree decorating enjoyed the fun activities that contest for the local Lions’ Fun Stuff 11 were available. Like every Club to participate in. On year, The Fort had everybody’s Sunday, December 6, the fully Editorials 12 - 13 favorite: the horse wagon ride! decorated trees were raffled off. Arts and Entertainment 14 Lunch was available inside the A photographer was there to visitor center, where everyone document the memorable moment The Christmas tree that was decorated by Sports 15-16 filled their bellies with delicious for everyone with Mr. & Mrs. food and finished off with some Clause at the Fort. the Lions’ Club. (Photo by Kayla Hatfield) Page 2 The Bridge December 2009 Business of the Webster & Siren Community Education Month Communities United in Education Billie Ingalls January WHS Junior Knitting Yellow River Saloon and Eatery has been chosen as Instructor: Sheila Dahlberg December’s business of the month. Located north of WITC # 25407, Cat.# 42-815-408, Fee: $24.28/$4 Sr. Webster on Highway 35 is a nice restaurant, bar, and grill; SIREN HS, 4-Tuesdays, 6-8pm, 1/19-2/9 filled with fun and entertainment for a great night out. Join the knitting circle and learn a new and practical skill or advance your current The restaurant is owned by Stephen Yantes. “I have abilities. Pre-registration required. To register call WITC: 1.800.243.9482 ext.4221 or been in the restaurant business for about 16 years now and ComEd: 715.349.7070. this space was available and looked like a good spot for Yoga a restaurant. I also really enjoy all the people that come Instructor: Kim Campion through here, and the town,” says Yantes. WITC # 25805, Cat.# 42-807-402, Fee: $24.28/$4 Sr. Yellow River’s menu looks very appetizing and is full SIREN HS, 8-Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30pm, 1/20-3/10 of many decisions on what to try next. Here are some of Students must bring their own exercise mat, towel, and bottled water. Class size limited to the many daily specials available to you: 10 people. Pre-registration required. To register call WITC: 1.800.243.9482 ext.4221 or Monday: $0.25 Wings 5-10 p.m. ComEd: 715.349.7070. Tuesday: Happy Hour 2-6 p.m. Yoga Wednesday: $0.99 Burgers 4-10 p.m. Instructor: Kim Campion Thursday: Free Tacos 4-7 p.m. WITC # 25806, Cat.# 42-807-402, Fee: $24.28/$4 Sr. Friday: All you can eat Walleye for $10.95 5-10 SIREN HS, 8-Wednesdays, 6-7pm, 1/20-3/24 (NO CLASS Feb. 3 or Mar. 3) p.m. Students must bring their own exercise mat, towel, and bottled water. Class size limited to Saturday: Watch your sports event here! Free Tacos 10 people. Pre-registration required. To register call WITC: 1.800.243.9482 ext.4221 or from 12-4 p.m. ComEd: 715.349.7070. If you would like any more information on Yellow Yoga River Saloon and Eatery please call them at (715) 866- Instructor: Sandra King 7473. WITC # TBD, Cat.# 42-807-402, Fee: $24.28/$4 Sr. SIREN HS, 8-Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm, 1/21-3/11 Students must bring their own exercise mat, towel, and bottled water. Class size limited to 10 people. Pre-registration required. To register call WITC: 1.800.243.9482 ext.4221 or ComEd: 715.349.7070. Computers for Absolute Beginners Instructor: Philip Ruffolo WITC # 25311, Cat.# 47-103-403, Fee: $24.28/$4 Seniors SIREN HS, 4-Thursdays, 6-8pm, 1/21-2/11 If you are just starting out with computers or just need to know more and get more comfortable, this class is for you! Class size is limited to 10 people. Pre-registration required. To register call WITC: 1.800.243.9482 ext.4221 or ComEd: 715.349.7070. Pottery Instructor: Kim Kriegel WITC # 25409, Cat.# 42-815-408, Fee: TBD WEBSTER HS, 8-Wednesdays, 6-8pm, 1/21-2/11 Learn basic techniques to work clay with the wheel to from items that will be fired in the kiln. Materials and lab fee: approximately $25. Pre-registration required. To register call WITC: 1.800.243.9482 ext.4221 or ComEd: 715.349.7070. Tai Chi / QiGong Instructor: Janice Metelak (Photo by Billie Ingalls) WITC # 25450, Cat.# 42-807-408, Fee: $34.42/$4 Sr. WEBSTER ES, 8-Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm, 1/27-3/17 Open to people of all ages and fitness. Tai Chi Chuan is a low impact non-aerobic exercise that improves balance, coordination and muscle tone using slow deliberate movements. Developed in China thousands of years ago, Qigong (say “chee kong”) translates as “the Small Town practice of energy” and is a branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Restore your natural Veterinary Practice state of physical and emotional vitality with this simple method of movement, breathing, and visualization. Find the balance to be relaxed yet invigorated. Class size is limited to Thomas E.