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Athens College note
Alyssa Nielsen, a student in the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences at UW-Madison, was named to the dean’s list for the fall semester of the 2023-2024 academic year. To be eligible for the list, students must complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits and maintain a gradepoint average set by their college.
Senior Card Group
The Senior Citizens card group met on Jan. 4 for weekly card playing at the Athens Area Fire and Ambulance Hall.
Two games of Sheepshead were played. Alvera Hendrichs won first place and Norbert Lake came in second in the first game. Pat Frank won first and Butch Boris came in second in the second game. Low score went to Rick Schaetzl.
Newcomers are encouraged to come play Sheepshead every Thursday from 12:30-3:30 p.m. at the Athens fire hall.
Board game night
All ages are welcome at a monthly board game night at MCPL Athens (203 Alfred St., Athens) on Jan. 18, from 5:30-7 p.m. Games will be available to choose from, and participants are welcome to bring in their own games to play. Future sessions are scheduled for Feb. 15, March 21, April 18 and May 16. This event is free and open to the public with no registration required. For more information, call 715-257-7292.
Family Story Time
Bring the entire family to story time at the new Alfred Street location of the Athens branch library. Children of all ages and their parents or caregivers are invited to join library staff for a 30-minute program that includes reading books, singing songs, and other literature-based activities.
Story Times will be Monday, Jan. 22, and Monday, Jan. 29, from 10:30 to 11 a.m. each day.
Christmas light drive
The village of Athens is still accepting donations to purchase 37 snowflake Christmas lights. The manufacturer is offering the lights at a discounted price per light, plus shipping, in January and February. Those interested in contributing can stop at Athens Area Credit Union to complete a donor sheet. Businesses, families and individuals can pool their funds, and smaller donations will also be accepted. All donors will be recognized.
E dgar College notes
Maxmilian Larson was named to the 2023 fall semester dean’s list at St. Norbert College in De Pere. A minium 3.5 grade-point average is required to be eligible for the list.
The following students were named to the dean’s list at UWMadison for the fall semester of the 2023-2024 academic year: Lydia Huehnerfuss, School of Business; Sasha Huehnerfuss, School of Human Ecology; Natalie Krause, School of Human Ecology; and Brooklyn Schwoerer, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.
To be eligible for the list, students must complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits and maintain a grade-point average set by their college.
Reproduction Roadshow
To help Wisconsin dairy farmers get the most current and upto- date research information, the UW Madison Division of Extension Dairy program has developed the “Reproduction Roadshow.” The Edgar Family Restaurant (127590 Opportunity Ln.) will host a Roadshow event on Wednesday, Feb. 21, at 1 p.m. Pre-registration by Feb. 12 is required. For more information and to register for the meeting, visit https://go.wisc.edu/repro.
After School Art
Kids and teens are invited to the Edgar branch library on Wednesday, Jan. 24, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for dedicated art time. The activity is free, with a variety of art materials provided, and no registration is required. Call 715352-3155 for more information.
M arathon College notes
Laci Hoeksema was named to the 2023 fall semester dean’s list at St. Norbert College in De Pere. A minium 3.5 grade-point average is required to be eligible for the list.
The following students were named to the dean’s list at UWMadison for the fall semester of the 2023-2024 academic year: Sage Fritz, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; Gracie Gage, School of Education; Bailey Karlen, School of Pharmacy; Breanne Karlen, School of Business; Cullen Krasselt, College of Engineering; Abigail Plachetka, College of Letters and Science; Ashley Seliger, College of Education; and Laila Smith, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences.
To be eligible for the list, students must complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits and maintain a grade-point average set by their college.
50th anniversary team
During halftime of the Friday, Feb. 16 boys varsity basketball game, the 1974 state tournament team will be recognized. This marks 50 years since this team became the first Marathon Boys Basketball team to qualify for the state tournament. Come join Marathon fans to recognize this special team. (This event was rescheduled from Jan. 12 due to a snowstorm).
Baseball fundraiser
The Marathon Baseball Association and Marathon Athletic Club will be holding its 7th annual winter baseball fundraiser at the Marathon City Sports Center on Jan. 27. The event will run from 4 to 7:30 p.m. with an awards ceremony at 6 p.m. Donations for the bucket raffles are always appreciated. Contact Coach Warren at the high school for ticket information.
Family Story Time
Children of all ages and their parents and caregivers are invited to join library staff every Thursday at the Marathon Branch Library for family story time. The program includes reading books, singing songs and more.
The next Story Times will be Jan. 18 and Jan. 25, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. each day.
S tratford College notes
John Seitz was named to the 2023 fall semester dean’s list at St. Norbert College in De Pere. A minium 3.5 grade-point average is required to be eligible for the list.
Alexander Thompson, a student in the Collee of Business at UW-Madison, was named to the dean’s list for the 2023-2024 academic year. To be eligible for the list, students must complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits and maintain a gradepoint average set by their college.
Family Story Time
Children of all ages and their parents and caregivers are invited to join library staff at the Edgar Branch Library for family story time. The 30-minute program includes stories, songs and other literature-based activities.
Story Times will be Jan. 24 and 31, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. each day.
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Play & Learn
Children’s Wisconsin Marshfield Family Resource Center will read books and lead children in a craft about the weather and surroundings on Monday, Jan. 29, from 10:30 to 11 a.m. Center staff will also be available to speak with parents and caregivers about parenting and developmental questions and recommend community services that adults might not know about.
