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Volume 4, Number 5DECEMBER, 2008

The 2009 property tax levy for theVillage of Kohler, which was approved bythe Village Board on November 17, hasbeen set at $1,628,180 – down slightly fromthe 2008 levy of $1,628,836. The largestcapital expense for 2009 is expected to be“street projects” at $620,500.

General fund expenditures are planned tobe allocated as follows:

General Government (legal counsel, vil-lage hall, postage, etc.): 13.3%Public Safety (police, fire, etc.): 34.1%Public Works (streets, storm sewers,garbage collection, etc.): 23.9%

Public Health Services (animal control): 0%Culture/Recreation/Education (library,youth center, parks, etc.): 16.4%Debt Service (principal, interest & fiscalcharges): 12.3%Although the Village mails out and col-

lects property tax bills, only about 20 per-cent of a property owner’s payment is allo-cated to the Village. The majority of theproperty tax payment is distributed toSheboygan County and the Kohler SchoolDistrict. See the “Village View” on page 23of this issue for details about tax bill mail-ings and payment options.

Village tax levy down slightly for 2009

Enlistment of youngest McKnight culminates family Air Force tradition

By guest writer Master Sgt. Bob Reeve(USAFR Ret.)

Kohler’s McKnights and their ties to theAir Force make them a truly unique family,clearly dedicated to the noble cause ofnational defense and scattered to the fourwinds in the process.

Janet and son Brandon, 22, are reservistswith the 440th Airlift Wing, based at PopeAFB, N.C. Son Robert, 20, is on activeduty, stationed in Japan. Son Allen, 19, justleft for basic training and also will serve onactive duty. Gregory (a.k.a. Dad) served onactive duty from 1984-‘90 as a helicoptercrew chief, attaining the rank of sergeant.

The Air Force even gets credit for Janetand Greg’s matrimonial match-up and asthe springboard for their offspring. Beforejoining the Reserve in 1992, Janet servedon active duty from 1982-‘85 with a stint atTyndall AFB, Fla., where Greg was sta-tioned at the time. They met, their relation-ship took flight, and they wed in 1986.Greg was later reassigned to ElmendorfAFB, Alaska, which became the McKnightboys’ birthplace.

Being a Kohler-based Air Forcereservist requires stick-to-itiveness and get-up-and-go, in more ways than one. Once amonth on a Friday, Janet and Brandon drive65 miles to Milwaukee’s Mitchell Airport,board a 440th Airlift Wing C-130 transportplane with many comrades, and make the3-hour, 950-mile flight to Pope AFB. Theyperform their duties on Saturday andSunday, then reverse the process: fly toMilwaukee, drive to Kohler, get homeabout 8 p.m. Sunday. They’re also requiredto serve two weeks of active duty each year,not necessarily at Pope or even in the U.S.,and are virtually on 24/7 alert status.

(Note: The 440th Airlift Wing wasbased at Gen. Mitchell InternationalAirport Air Reserve Station in Milwaukeefrom 1957 until June 2007 when the instal-lation was abandoned by action of the fed-

eral Base Realignment and ClosureCommission and the wing reassigned toPope AFB, which is located within theArmy’s Fort Bragg.)

It’s like seeing double looking at Janetand Brandon’s military-civilian occupa-tions. Both are assigned to the 440thMedical Squadron. Janet, a master ser-geant, is a medical laboratory specialist.Brandon, a senior airman who enlisted inJuly 2005, is a biomedical equipment jour-neyman. As a civilian, Janet is ACLHistology supervisor with Aurora HealthCare in West Allis. Brandon is aBiomedical Equipment Technician II withUniversal Hospital Services in Madison.He’s also a part-time volunteer firefighterintern with the Blooming Grove FireDepartment. Talk about full plates.

“I enjoy the small successes of rebuild-ing the 440th at Pope,” Janet said. “I dis-like leaving home every month to go there.But it’s been more than a year now so it’sgetting easier and feeling more like homeaway from home. There are good peoplethere who I enjoy working with.”

And spoken like a true mom: “I’m alsoable to see Brandon and am very proud tosee him build a strong reputation for him-self. He’s really quite impressive in hiswork.”

As for the reservist triad, “It has been adifficult road to balance family, full-timework and a successful military career,”Janet said. “When away working with theAir Force I’m engaged and enjoy the chal-lenges. I know that my work is appreciated.

You see, four among this familial quintetare Air Force members and the fifth is a for-mer member. Interestingly, only one of thefour works on airplanes and it’s Mom whohas the most service time.

Off we go into the wild blue yonder tomeet these McKnights in shining armor.

Kohler family of five aims high

Continued on page 3

The McKnights: Allen, Rob, Brandon, Greg, Janet

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But there’s always stress in leaving mycivilian job, expecting a challenge to getcaught up when I return. There’s beensome guilt that has come from leavingGreg and the boys every month for allthese years,” she said of her 16 years in theReserve. “But they became very self-suffi-cient and independent.”

“I wasn’t ready to settle into the collegelife,” Janet said of her 1982 enlistment,fresh out of Hartford High School. “I had adesire to leave Wisconsin and see theworld. The Air Force gave me that oppor-tunity while learning a trade and decidingwhat career path I wanted to take.Fortunately, it gave me the foundation forthe (civilian) work that I still do today.”She’ll be eligible to retire in less than ayear but said her retirement plans are indef-inite.

Robert (a.k.a. Rob) and Allen are thenew kids on the McKnight Air Force block.Rob enlisted last January, hoping tobecome a pararescueman. He injured ashoulder early in training and it didn’t suf-ficiently heal for him to continue. He wastransferred to the aircraft maintenancefield, schooled as a turboprop/turboshaftengine mechanic and aerospace propulsiontechnician, then assigned to Yokota AirBase in Tokyo.

He’s seeing more of the world at hisyoung age than most people see in a life-time. An airman first class, Rob said via e-mail that his unit is deployed for temporaryduty to Thailand, Cambodia, Laos,Vietnam, Guam, Korea and ThePhilippines as the need arises. As a relativenewcomer he hasn’t gone to those placesyet, but is now trained and likely to accom-pany the unit on future deployments.

Like father like son, he’s taken a bridewhile in uniform. Rob returned to Kohler onNovember 20 and the next day marriedAlissa Brock, who graduated fromSheboygan North High School last spring.Three days later the newlyweds soared tothe Far East.

“Who wouldn’t want a honeymoon inJapan?” Janet said.

Allen, who this year graduated fromKohler High School like his brothers beforehim, left on December 2 for eight weeks ofbasic training at Lackland AFB, Texas.Then come 13 weeks of technical school(Security Forces) training, also at Lackland.He said he’s leaning toward a civilian lawenforcement career, which prompted him tosign up for what’s essentially military policework. Upon completion of tech school, he’llbe assigned to a base still to be determined.

All three McKnight boys credit their par-ents for their decision to join the militaryand choose the Air Force over other branch-es.

Brandon: “The fact that my parents wereinvolved with the military introduced me tothe idea of enlisting. Although I may havemade the same decision if they had notserved, their experience made it much easi-er for me to compare and contrast serving inthe military with other options after highschool.”

Rob: “Always hearing the positive talkabout the military at home was huge.Growing up with my mom in the Air Forceand a prior-service father, who to this dayhas a GI haircut and military-training-instructor mustache, joining the service justseemed like the right thing to do.”

Allen: “I’m sure that having everybodyelse in my family in the Air Force had some-thing to do with it. Peer pressure?”

There were other factors. All three said

their perception of highest quality technicalschool training tipped the scale in favor ofthe Air Force. They figured that skillsacquired and lessons learned in their chosenfields would be readily transferable to theprivate sector. The GI Bill, travel opportu-nities, and the call of patriotism also madethe military look pretty attractive.

“I joined because I wanted to help otherpeople, assist in protecting our country andour rights, and to become a better personoverall,” Brandon said.

Said Rob, “I like the respect people giveme for serving my country. Someone has todo it and I’m proud that I decided to.”

Having three precious sons in uniformand potentially in harm’s way could certain-ly be cause for parental concern. How doJanet and Greg see it?

“I don’t have any reservations about myboys serving their country,” Janet said.“It’s an opportunity for them to learn andgrow into young men who will have a senseof pride for what is sacrificed for our free-dom. They will experience ups and downsand see firsthand the reality of our countryat war. But I have concerns as all parentsare concerned for their children’s safety.”

“I always have concerns but the posi-tives outweigh the negatives,” said Greg,47, a native of St. Petersburg, Florida, andplant manager with Stern Tanning Co. inMilwaukee. “I think that it (military serv-ice) is a great opportunity and it’s given methe life that I have today. I hope the boysget out of it as much as I did. I don’t regretany of the time I spent in the service andhope that they will have those same experi-ences.”

It was Rob who perhaps best summed upKohler’s McKnights: “We really are thedefinition of an Air Force family.”

Newlyweds Rob and Alissa McKnight

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Trent Stock, a second grader, andKelsey Stock, a third grader at KohlerSchool had an exciting summer participat-ing in their big sister Nicole’s wedding.Nicole married Sergeant Mike Stuckert onAugust 9th. Mike’s unit of the ArmyNational Guard from Elgin Illinoisdeployed to Afghanistan on October 30,2008. Their tour is expected to last 12months. Mike has previously spent 16months in Iraq.

Trent and Kelsey will be assembling a

McKnights, Continued from page 1

Trent and Kelsey Stock with Sergeant Mike Stuckert

(Editor’s note: Bob Reeve is a 24-yearveteran, including 16 years with the 440thAirlift Wing. He was noncommissioned offi-cer-in-charge of the wing’s public affairsoffice when he retired in 2004. He and hiswife now reside in Broomfield, Colo.)

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We are worried about putting our home on the marketduring the winter. Do you have any suggestions thatwill help it sell during the winter months? “– Sue

Dear Sue- Congratulations on the great job offer! I will do

everything I can to make this a easy move for youand your family. Yes, In many parts of the country,

selling a home during the winter months can be a challenge.Dreary, cold weather and the end-of-the-year holidays can keepbuyers away and heighten fears of your home staying on the mar-ket longer than expected.

However, there are a few things you can do to enhance “curbappeal.” And when that happens, buyers will take notice.

When setting the asking price through a comparative marketinganalysis, compare similar homes sold in the winter months. Manyowners set their asking price too high because of comparisonswith sales prices during peak seasons. Always try to compare likeproperties sold at the same time of year.

Once we’ve settled on an asking price, its time to spruce up theinterior and exterior of your home. I recommend opening as manycurtains as possible to add light and color to rooms. Also, I suggestthat you keep spring and summer pictures of your home out ontables and in clear view. Photos of your front yard flowers or thebackyard shade tree in full summer bloom can help swing manybuyers in favor of a purchase.

Staying on top of winter maintenance and chores is anothersure-fire way of adding value to your home. A neatly shoveleddriveway and cleared walkway can add a nice touch. Make surethe furnace is in good working condition and that the room temper-ature is kept at a comfortable level. Also, check to see that thebasement if dry and sealed from any drafts.

Take yourself on a tour of your home. Start in the basement andwork you way through the house. More than likely you’ll see manypreviously undiscovered cluttered spaces and needed repairs thatcan turn off potential buyers.

Don’t overload your home with holiday decorations, either. Thebuyer should have a chance to see you home in its everyday con-dition. You will soon see with my suggestions and marketing planwe will have you placed strongly against whatever competitionexists and get your home SOLD!

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Kohler High School classmatesfrom the Class of ’48 enjoyed their60th Reunion this past July 5th and6th.

A traditional Friday night fishdinner at the Seabird Restaurant inSheboygan started the weekendactivities, and on Saturday the class-mates had two tours plus lunch andtheir reunion dinner.

Classmates also toured theStephanie Weill Center for thePerforming Arts in Sheboygan,guided by Bill Jens, Sheboygan.

Lunch at Blackwolf RunRestaurant and a reunion dinner atThe Bull Restaurant in Kohler con-cluded reunion activities.

Pictured reunion attendees after touring Kohler Schools, led by Kohler Elementary School Principal Susan Jaberg: Walter Sohn, Oostburg; Al Weeden, West Bend;Andrew Carolan, Sun Prairie; Dr. John Reinemann, Sheboygan; Richard Sutter, Hartford; Elroy Wirtz, Beloit; Sister Canise Kolbeck, Milwaukee; Principal SusanJaberg; and Charmaine Chopp Kneevers, Sheboygan Falls.

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Hospice Center launches holiday memories light displayThe public is invited to enjoy the many

displays lighting up the countryside andgrounds of the Sharon S. RichardsonCommunity Hospice. The show is openfrom December 1-31 for drive throughfrom 6-9 p.m. daily at W2850 State Road28 in Sheboygan Falls. For safe entry -approach from the east on Hwy 28, andmake an easy right turn into the Center.The Holiday Memories Light Display ismade possible by our generous sponsors:Town & Country Electric (Lifetime

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Chef Paul SmitalaHonored withSalute toExcellence Award

Chef Paul Smitala, from Blackwolf RunRestaurant at the championship golf coursein Kohler, was honored as the chef recipientat the 2008 Salute to Excellence Awards,presented by the Wisconsin RestaurantAssociation Education Foundation (WRAEF).

The WRA EF honors Chef Paul Smitalawith the Chef Award for both his passion forthe industry and for dedicating his time toeducation and his community.

Chef Smitala has been involved in therestaurant industry for over 20 years as areliable and stable source of information forthe community, lending his time and expert-ise for workshops, demonstrations and facil-ity renovation design to area ProStart®schools.

Chef Smitala has proven his enthusiasmfor education by serving as a mentor tofoodservice students at Sheboygan Northand South High Schools and LakeshoreTechnical College. He has acted as an ACFApprenticeship Program Sponsoring Cheffor Milwaukee Area Technical College.And, his activity on the Sheboygan AreaSchool District Food Service andHospitality Co-op Advisory Committee, theMoraine Park Technical College AdvisoryCouncil, the Milwaukee Area TechnicalCollege Culinary Advisory Council, and hisservice as Kitchen Volunteer Coordinatorfor the Meals on Wheels Love BowlsFundraiser, all demonstrate Chef Smitala’sloyalty to the community and to the future offoodservice.

Each year, the WRA EF recognizes fiveindividuals and one company for dedicationand commitment to education in the restau-rant industry as Salute to Excellence hon-orees.

Other 2008 Salute to Excellence hon-orees include: Joe Bartolotta (BartolottaRestaurant Group), Jenn Solloway-Malvitz(Fox Valley Technical College), RussTronsen (Badger High School), and DavidRoss (Lake Lawn Resort). Each honoreehas worked in a variety of roles to createopportunities for people interested in food-service industry careers. They work in dif-ferent parts of the state and in different pro-fessions, but they share an enthusiasm andoptimism for the future of the restaurantindustry.

The Salute to Excellence awards werepresented at the 2008 Celebration ofExcellence held on Sunday, October 5 at theNakoma Golf Club in Madison.


Kohler High School senior AngelaLisa Fiorini will again perform inMilwaukee Ballet Company’s TheNutcracker throughout the month ofDecember. Angela auditioned for andreceived the role of Clara and Marie’sfriend, a role she loves as it allows forher to act, as well as dance. TheMilwaukee Ballet Company performs atthe Marcus Center for Performing Arts,in downtown Milwaukee, where Angelawill perform in eleven of the twenty per-formances.

Angela will also be performinglocally with the Moscow Ballet in theirGreat Russian Nutcracker at theStephanie Wiell Center for PerformingArts in downtown Sheboygan. She audi-tioned for and will perform the role ofthe Spanish Dancer on the evenings ofDecember 10th and 11th.

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The Kohler Kiwanis Club and churchesin the Village of Kohler are jointly spon-soring the 32nd Annual Christmas Walk inKohler on December14, 2008.

The walk begins at 6:30 p.m. at St.John’s Catholic Church at 621 Pine TreeRd., then proceeds to Grace UCC, 500School St. The walk concludes at BethanyLutheran Church, 222 Church St.

Christmas carols, choral pieces anddevotions will be shared at each site. Thepublic is invited and participants are encour-aged to cover the entire walk, but may joinor leave the group at any time. Each walkeris asked to donate a gift of non-perishablefood items for local pantries. Light refresh-ments to be served in the fellowship hall ofBethany Lutheran Church after the service.

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A total of 1,353 Kohler voters turnedout to cast their ballots in the November 4general election. The voter turnout ratewas 90.6 percent.

Though Barack Obama was the victorin the presidential election, John McCainwas the winner in Kohler. CongressmanTom Petri was also favored by Kohler vot-ers, as well as Kohler resident Alex Pieper,who lost to incumbent Terry Van Akkerenfor the state assembly race.

The national results for the presidentialelection were Obama/Biden: 365 electoralvotes/66,882,230 popular votes overMcCain/Palin 173/58,343,671. Tom Petriwon his 16th term to U.S. House ofRepresentatives defeating challengerRoger Kittelson 208,196 to 116,932. TerryVan Akkeren defeated Alex Pieper 16,044to 8,460.

Alex Pieper was favored by his home-town of Kohler receiving 716 votes to VanAkkeren’s 577, but it was actually the Cityof Sheboygan’s 13th ward that deliveredPieper the most votes at 739, (though VanAkkeren received 1,211 votes from thatward making him the eventual winner). The13th ward encompasses an area widely sur-rounding Evergreen Park and the quarry onthe city’s northeast side.

“I want to thank the village of Kohlerfor all their support. I learned a great dealabout myself and my community.Wherever I went throughout the village, myfriends and neighbors appreciated that I wasrunning and supported me in many ways,and for that I am grateful. It was a fantasticexperience that I will take with me in eachnew endeavor. I am so thankful for my wife,Carrie, for all her work and support during

How Kohler voted on November 4my campaign,” said Pieper.The November 4 election results for theVillage of Kohler are as follows:150 Democratic335 Republican2 Wisconsin Green1 LibertarianPresident - Vice President546 Obama & Biden781 McCain & Palin0 McKinney & Clemente0 LaRiva & Moses7 Nader & Gonzalez1 Baldwin & Castle0 Wamboldt & KlimischRep in Congress344 Roger A. Kittelson962 Tom PetriWinner: Tom Petri

Rep to Assembly577 Terry Van Akkeren716 Alex PieperWinner: Terry Van AkkerenDistrict Attorney802 Joe DeCeccoCounty Clerk798 Julie GlanceyTreasurer811 Laura Henning-LorenzRegister of Deeds809 Ellen Schleicher

The various election results fromthroughout Sheboygan County can beviewed by visiting the Sheboygan Countywebsite’s election results page at:www.co.sheboygan.wi.us/html/d_cnty-clrk_elect.htm.


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The annual Gingerbread Festival offers fam-ilies an opportunity to experience the sights andsounds of an old fashioned Christmas at the his-toric Waelderhaus in Kohler, WI. Admission isfree and includes holiday musical performanceseach Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 betweenThanksgiving and Christmas. Add to this theexcitement of seeing more than 50 gingerbreadhouses amidst the old world craftsmanship ofthe spectacular Waelderhaus.

Each year the Kohler Foundation inviteslocal classes, pre-school through high school, tobe part of the annual Gingerbread Festival com-petition. Using candies, sweet treats and otheredible items, the youngsters build creations thatstretch the imagination. Visitors are asked tovote for their favorites, and the popular votedetermines the winners in five age categories.Cash prizes are awarded for first, second andthird places in each age category.

Local musical groups will share their holidayspirit amid a delight of gingerbread creationsand authentic Austrian Christmas decorations.Musical performances will take place in thelarge, central room known as the “saal.” Theschedule follows:

November 29, Saturday, Golden Chordeliers -Sheboygan Senior Center

November 30, Sunday - St. Mary’s ParishSchool, Belgium

December 6, Saturday - Concordia Singers ofSheboygan

December 7, Sunday - Cooper ElementarySchool

December 13, Saturday - Northern Lights –North High School

December 14, Sunday - Madrigals – KohlerHigh School

December 20, Saturday - Jane Van MaaronMusic Group - Violinists

December 21, Sunday -

Spencer Hamann.Admission to the Waelderhaus and the spe-

cial musical performances is free. Visitors arewelcomed to the Gingerbread Festival weekdays1 p.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; andSundays 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. The Waelderhaus willbe closed Christmas Eve day, Christmas Day,New Year’s Eve Day, and New Year’s Day

Regular Waelderhaus tours will continue tobe offered daily at 2, 3, and 4 p.m. throughoutthe month of December. Admission is alwaysfree. Group tours are available by appointmentand may be arranged by calling theWaelderhaus. For more information or toarrange a tour, please call the Waelderhaus at

Kohler/Howards Grove production of High School MusicalAccess online photo gallery from: www.kohlervillager.com (click on the “Photos” link)


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Kohler High volleyballteam makes stridesSubmitted by Coach Becky Luedtke

The Kohler Varsity Volleyball Teammade big improvements this year both indi-vidually and as a team. The team finished 5-27 overall for the season and finished 8thplace in conference out of 10 teams. KelseyStefanczyk and Megan Patterson werevoted all-conference honorable mention forthe Central Lakeshore Conference. The fol-

lowing girls were also recipients of teamawards: Molly Schaetz – Most Improved,Kelsey Stefanczyk – Most Valuable Player,Crystal Simon – True Blue Award, JordynScheuren – Outstanding Senior Award, KaliLidhold – Most Improved JV, ChristinaLindstrom – JV True Blue Award.Congratulation to all girls on a hard foughtseason.

From front left: Megan Patterson, Sarah Westphalen, Nicole Beine 2nd row: Kelsey Stefanczyk, MollySchaetz Top row: Coach Becky Luedtke, Anna Berlin, Carissa Gartman, Jordyn Scheuren, CrystalSimon, Coach Diane Navis. Photo courtesy of Network Photography.

Blue Bombers boys – a season of successSubmitted by Coach Scott Feltner

The Kohler High School Boys varsitysoccer team achieved many successes onand off the field this fall. They were CentralLakeshore Conference Champions for thesecond year in a row with a perfect 14 winsand 0 losses. They were also WIAARegional Champions for the third year in arow. The team has won Regionals everyyear since becoming a varsity programthree years ago. The team’s overall recordwas 22-3 and they finished the regular sea-son ranked #1 in the state by the WisconsinSoccer Coaches Association. The team alsowon the Wrightstown Invitational tourna-ment and the Central Wisconsin ChristianInvitational tournament.

According to head coach Scott Feltner,the Central Wisconsin Tournament was oneof the highlights of the season, “Becauseone of the teams dropped out of the tourna-ment we had to play two top ten teams withonly a half hour rest between games. Webeat #4 ranked Central Wisconsin Christian2-1 and then turned around and beatColumbus (eventual 2008 WIAA StateChampions) 3-0. It was the best soccer Ihad seen the team play and led directly toour #1 state ranking.”

The Blue Bombers had 11 shutouts dur-ing the season and averaged 4.4 goals pergame with a goals against average of 1.They scored 109 goals overall while onlyletting in 25 over 25 games. Coach Feltnersaid, “This team’s success was built ondefense. We had a close knit group of sen-ior defenders who included Steven Esche,Shane Anderson, Doug Bocchini, AJArmstrong and Sam Mehoke.”

The team proved they are good athletesbut they are good students too as they arebeing considered for the National SoccerCoaches Association of America Academicaward for the second year in a row. Theaward is given to high school varsity teamsthat have a cumulative 3.25 GPA as a team.

While achieving much success as a

Standing from left: Doug Bocchini, Brandon Tomlin, AJ Armstrong, Tucker Barrie, Peter Cope, Eric Mehoke, Steven Esche, Garrett Griswold, Ryan Zittel,Shane Anderson, Nick Venn, Austin Van Treeck. Kneeling: Alex Romanoski, Kevin Beine, Adam Kellner, Sam Mehoke, Ryan Stefanczyk, Shawn Vroom,Jimmy Mani

team, they managed to pick up many indi-vidual honors as well. Senior ForwardJimmy Mani led the conference in scoringthis year with 27 goals despite being doubleand triple teamed all season. Junior ForwardAustin Van Treeck was second in the con-ference with 18 goals. Mani, Van Treeckand Senior Doug Bocchini were all voted“All Tournament” at the WrightstownInvitational tournament.

The team placed more players (7) on theCLC All Conference teams than any otherteam in the conference. Austin Van Treeck,Doug Bocchini, and Senior GoalkeeperSteven Esche were All Conference (SecondTeam). They were joined by the only soph-

omore to make the All Conference team,Shawn Vroom.

All Conference (First Team) playersincluded Jimmy Mani, Senior Midfielder

Ryan Stefanczyk and Senior DefenderShane Anderson. Mani was chosen as aunanimous #1 pick by all of the CLC coach-es.

Group photo from October 25 Sports Core Junior Tennis Tournament champions KaraSaemann (Girls 16s), Audra Hoffmann (Girls 14s), Tyler Lewis (Boys 16s), Tim Valicenti(Boys 14s). (See complete write-up in November issue of The Kohler Villager).

CORRECTION:Kohler girls varsity tennis #3 doubles Alex Mauer & Mary Molepske finished the seasonwith a record of 13-3, not 13-8 as reported in the November issue of The Kohler Villager.


Make a change toward a new Make a change toward a new and healthier and healthier YOU.

We invite you to join Sports Core October 6 through December 9 and receive a $100 gift card from Woodlake Market, along with:

• Reduced enrollment fee of $175 (normally $295)

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• 20% off metabolic services designed to help target your ideal exercise program

• Complimentary tickets to a Taste of Tuesday event at Woodlake Market

More than a place to exercise, Sports Core Health & Racquet Club focuses on balance, harmony and wellness and has professionally trained and certified staff committed to assisting you in programs and activities that fit your needs, interests and lifestyle.

From swimming and tennis to group fitness classes, salon services and the all new Kinesis fitness equipment, we offer a wide range of activities to enhance your fi tness and outlook on life.

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West End Shops in Sheboygan Fallsoffer unique shopping experience

and dried arrangements for weddings,funerals, and special occasions. Gift itemsinclude candles, oil lamps, comfort candles,stained glass, fusion art glass, tea pots,picture frames, wall signs, hand bags, babyitems that are both plush and framed, handembroidered dish towels made locally, andhand etched jewelry boxes by a local artist.

The also store offers items for weddings,showers, birthdays, or any special day,including wedding pictures done by a localartist.

Magpie’s Cottage, at 312 Pine Street, isa creative specialty shop featuring highquality, reasonably priced yarns, fabrics,beads, and gift items for everyone fromnovice to expert. The shop also providesdemonstrations and quick drop-in “learn toknit” classes. Visit magpiescottage.com.

Richardson Furniture Emporium, 202Pine Street, invites visitors to step insidetheir two beautifully restored, century-oldbuildings to see the unique selection ofquality furniture, home accents and décor,bath and body care, and ever-changing giftgalleries. It is a truly special shoppingexperience where shoppers can feel fabrics,see intricate details of quality construction,and behold the varied selection of all theyhave to offer including design services thathelp create stylish interiors that transform ahouse into a home. Visitrichardsonfurnitureemporium.com

Atrium Tea Room, 202 Pine Street,promises a precisely brewed pot ofpremium tea from their trained tea artisans.They also offer a sampling of

A group of retail establishments locatedin a historical district in downtownSheboygan Falls partnered together to formthe West End Shops.

Located west of the Evans store on PineStreet, the shops are committed to givingtheir customers a unique shoppingexperience in one location.

The group consists of The Wine House,Share-N-Flowers & Gifts, Magpie’sCottage, Richardson Furniture Emporium,Atrium Tea Room, The Corner Studio, andThe Fringe, A Country Inn.

The Wine House, located at 217 PineStreet in Falls, features wines pricedbetween $9 and $15, with emphasis onwines to drink everyday for variousoccasions. They offer a friendlyatmosphere to shop and explore, includinga tasting bar where they offer tastes ofwine daily for a small fee. Their motto is“discoveries” to enhance the mind and thepalate to various wines of the world “onewine at a time.”

Wines are arranged according to thetypes of grapes they are made from. Winesfrom different countries but made from thesame grape offer wine connoisseurs achance to explore the different styles ofwine a grape can produce. The Wine Housealso strives to be Sheboygan County’s winestore by assembling an inventory based ontaste and style of its customers, whether itis white, red, or semi-dry. Visitwww.thewinehousesite.com

Share-N-Flowers & Gifts, 308 PineStreet, sells fresh flowers as well as silk

accompaniments such as soup, salad,quiche, gourmet cheeses, and mouth-watering desserts. Their ever-evolvingfurniture, décor, and tea room are adestination you’ll visit again and again. Visitwww.atriumtearoom.com.

The Corner Studio, 222 Pine Street, billsitself as Sheboygan County’s most uniquejewelry store. Award winning goldsmithsKarin Burg and Tim Pinkert create one-of-a-kind jewelry in platinum, gold, and silver.In addition to custom jewelry, they also sizerings, repair jewelry, and remountdiamonds and gemstones. Visitwww.cornerstudiojewelers.com

The Fringe, A Country Inn, located fiveminutes west of I-43 at 711 GiddingsAvenue, is an historic structure that wasformerly owned by members of the Kohlerfamily before it was transformed into aunique bed and breakfast. Patrons areinvited to enjoy one of four brand new andspacious luxury rooms that are customdesigned for comfort, privacy, and quietrelaxation for both Wisconsin businesstravelers and vacationers alike. Lodgersenjoy a delicious home style breakfast eachmorning while relaxing in the ultimate incomfort.

The common area in The Fringe cancomfortably fit up to 40 people, from smallfamily gatherings (including showers,reunions and small weddings) to businessmeetings. Other events held at The Fringehave included scrapbooking weekends, artand jewelry shows, wine tasting parties, andretreats.Visit wwwthefringecountryinn.com.

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Health and Hope Support Group for adults being treated for majordepressionSix-week series begins Thursday, September 18 from 10 - 11:30 a.m. at theUnited Way building, 2020 Erie Avenue, Sheboygan. Call Mental HealthAmerica for information, 458-3951.

Kohler School FriendsSecond Monday of the month at 10:00 a.m. in the Theatre lobby.

Kohler Police Athletic League (KPAL)Second Thursday of every month at the firehouse. Meetings begin at 7:00 p.m.

Kohler Soccer ClubSecond Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Library.

Kohler Athletic Booster ClubFirst Monday of each month (excluding July) at 7:00 pm in the Library.

Kohler Kiwanis ClubEvery Wednesday at noon at The American Club, lower level banquet rooms(unless noted otherwise). Rich Balge, president. 459-5787 Ext. 1102.

Announcements and milestones are printed free of charge. Mail or leave in dropbox at: 219 Church St., Kohler, WI 53044. Please include self-addressed stamped envelope to ensure return of photoprints. Classifieds are $5 per issue. Make checks payable to The Kohler Villager

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Domenica Kristina Plaza Homiston was born November 5 inSantiago, Chile. Her parents are Kristi Homiston de Plaza and AntonioPlaza and brother, Diego, of Santiago, Chile. Grandparents are Richardand Janice Homiston of Kohler and Arturo and Myrna Plaza of Santiago,Chile.

BIRTHS

Mary Overbeck Manuele, age 76,passed away peacefully on November3, 2008 after a brave battle with cancer.She was born on March 28, 1932 inSheboygan, Wisconsin, to the late Carland Rosalie Overbeck and graduated in1950 from Kohler High School inWisconsin. She spent many years inSouth Florida and has lived inJacksonville for the last fifteen years.

Mary lived the active lifestyle andloved boating, golfing, fishing andwaterskiing while raising her children.She later worked many years as anagent secretary for Equitable LifeAssurance Society and retired in 1987after fifteen years of service. Afterretirement, she and Frank moved backfrom Springfield, Illinois to Jacksonvilleto be close to her loving family. Sheloved to go to her grandchildren’s ath-letic games and to play bingo with herfriends. Over the years, she also had

many beloved dogs.Mary is survived by her loving hus-

band of 38 years, Frank Manuele, theirsix children Raye Robinson (Ralph),Jennifer Swoboda (Mike), Peter Jacob(Cindy), Frank Manuele, Laura Jacob,Timothy Manuele and their 10 grand-children. All will miss her greatly. Sheis predeceased by her sister NancyWhitaker.

A Memorial Service in celebration ofher life will be held at 1:00 p.m.,Wednesday, November 5, 2008 inQuinn-Shalz Funeral Home inJacksonville Beach, with the familyreceiving friends at 12:00 p.m., beforethe service.

Please visit our online Tribute atwww.quinn-shalz.com. Services underthe care and direction of Quinn-Shalz,A Family Funeral Home, JacksonvilleBeach, Florida.

MARY OVERBECK MANUELE

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Thomas J. Bare, President, Bank FirstNational, has announced his plans to retireas President of Bank First National anddirector of the Bank and First ManitowocBancorp, Inc. effective December 31, 2008.Mr. Bare has agreed to continue in a con-sulting role at the Bank through mid 2009.

The Bank’s Board of Directors hasappointed Michael B. Molepske as ChiefExecutive Officer and David J. Diedrich asPresident effective January 1, 2009.Messrs. Molepske and Diedrich will worktogether to provide leadership and directionto meet the organizational goals. “I am con-fident that Mike and Dave can assist ourorganization in attaining the goals andexpectations of shareholders, customersand employees. I look forward to continu-ing to work alongside Mike, Dave, and ourexisting team of highly talented managersto implement Bank First National’s strate-gic plan in the months ahead,” stated Mr.Bare.

Mike Molepske has been with Bank FirstNational since 2005 in the capacity ofRegional President and Executive Officer.Prior to joining the bank he was President ata large regional bank. Since joining BankFirst National, Mr. Molepske has coordinat-ed the opening of a location in Sheboyganand the acquisition of Acuity Bank inSheboygan. The Sheboygan location hasassets in excess of $144 million. Mr.Molepske is originally from Manitowocand holds his Bachelor of BusinessAdministration from the University ofWisconsin – Madison. He obtained hisMaster of Business Administration from theUniversity of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. Mr.Molepske and his wife Amy reside inKohler with their two children. “I am veryexcited to expand my leadership position atBank First National and honored that theBoard selected me for this role. I have adeep respect for Tom Bare and what he has

accomplished during his tenure here,” stat-ed Mr. Molepske.

Dave Diedrich has been with Bank FirstNational as Senior Vice President –Business Banker and Executive Officersince 2007. Mr. Diedrich also worked atBank First National from 1996 to 2004 asVice President. He has over 29 years ofbanking experience. Mr. Diedrich wasinstrumental in developing and implement-ing the bank’s strategic plan and is involvedwith other management areas of the bank.Mr. Diedrich is a graduate of the Universityof Wisconsin – Green Bay and obtained hisMaster of Business Administration from theUniversity of Notre Dame in Notre Dame,Indiana. Mr. Diedrich and his wife Sandyreside in Manitowoc. “I’m grateful to havethe Board and Mr. Bare’s support as we con-tinue to focus on the culture and vision ofBank First National which has made us aleader in the financial services areas,” stat-ed Mr. Diedrich.

First Manitowoc Bancorp, Inc. (OTCBB:FMWC.OB) provides financial servicesthrough its sole subsidiary, Bank FirstNational, a national banking associationincorporated in 1894. The Bank is an inde-pendent community bank with 15 bankinglocations in Manitowoc, Brown, Calumetand Sheboygan counties. The Bank hasgrown through both acquisitions and denovo branch expansion. The Bank offersloan, deposit, investment advisory and trustproducts at each of its banking offices.Insurance products are available through itswholly owned subsidiary, The VincentGroup, Inc. and asset management servicesare available through its wholly owned sub-sidiary, George V. Reis Investment Group,Inc. The Bank employs approximately 250full time equivalent staff and has assets of$769 million as of October 31, 2008.

For more information on Bank FirstNational, visit www.BankFirstNational.com.

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

The Humane Society offers discountadoption rates on adult cats. Pleasehelp us end pet overpopulation inSheboygan County, please SPAY andNEUTER your pets.“Ariel”

C8-10-1261– This pretty little gray female with lime green eyes came tothe shelter as a stray with her front paws declawed. It’s amazing that shesurvived “out there” with all the dangers in the world. Now that the holi-days are near, Ariel deserves a safe, warm home and to be the sugarplum cat of your home.

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Which two US states have the most national park sites?What are five of the first eight Jelly Belly flavors introduced in 1976?What is unusual about Mona Lisa’s eyebrows in the famous Leonardo da Vinci painting?Who said this? “It's wonderful to be here in the great state of Chicago.”How many times can a woodpecker peck in 1 second?

Even if you don't know these answers, it's sure a lot of fun guessing! Join us for Trivia Night onFebruary 7, 2009.

– Tickets are $100 per table.– The top table will receive a cash award of $200. – 50/50 raffle, gift basket raffle, and much more. – Assemble your own 8 person team or register as an individual and we will try to match you up with a team.– Each table of 8 will be scored as a team.– Complimentary beverages and light snacks will be served. Players are welcome to bring own munchies and beverages.– Tables are reserved on a first response basis and a limited number of tables are available, so please reserve now.– Walk-ins will be accepted the evening of the event if tables are available.– Questions will be oriented toward adults.– All proceeds benefit the Kohler School Friends Organization and will be used to enhance the curriculum for all students.– For additional questions please call Diane Kelly, 920-452-2737.

To reserve 1 table of eight (8) in your name at $100.00 per table. Pick up a form at the Library, Village Hall or School Office.

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Thanks to you … another successfulHoliday Arts & Crafts Fair

Hints of the holidays could be found at Kohler School on November 15th as the Kohler School Friends PTO held their annual Holiday Arts & CraftsFair. Kohler School Friends would like to thank everyone who helped to make this year's Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair a success.

The proceeds of the Craft Fair pay for field trip transportation and curriculum materials that our JK - 12th grade students use in the classroom everyday. Without your continued support of this event, funding these items would not be possible!

2008 Craft Fair CommitteeEvent Co-Chairs – Suzanne Fink & Diane VennApplications – Marlene YangFacility – Katie MakiFinance – Lisa MorrissettRaffle – Martha Safford & Mary Janssen Concessions – Kim Post Bake Sale – Lisa Gartman & Tracy MaggiVolunteers – Beth Tengowski & Holly PellowskiDecorations – Elise Cantrell & Katie CreekAdvertising – Laurie LindowDesign & Print – Vicki FriskeHospitality – Cathy CassadyStorage Facility – Ray Venn

2008 Craft Fair DonorsBicycle WorksBig Apple BagelsBlattner’s Piggly WigglyThe Bull at Pinehurst FarmsCamp AnokijigCamp Y-KodaChissy’s Bar & GrillFirehouse PizzaMelvin FreeThe Gameboard, LLCGreen Bay GamblersGreen Bay PackersAmy Gutschow – Realty ExecutivesTodd Gutschow – Larry’s DistributingHighland House RestaurantLori HuckeShari Jensen – Village RealtyKPALHerbert V. Kohler, Jr.Kohler CompanyKohler Jazz BandKohler MadrigalsKohler Police DepartmentKohler Waters SpaWendy KuklaMs. Lewinski & her World of Foods classEllwood H. May Environmental Park

Milwaukee BucksMilwaukee WaveOdyssey Fun CenterPick ‘n SavePlymouth FoamQ MartRoad AmericaRochester Inn Bed & BreakfastSalon 511 – Kathy HillstromBob & Michelle Schwoerer &familySheboygan Falls YMCASheboygan Youth Sailing ClubSkyBox Sports Pub & GrilleSweet Potato’s BoutiqueRich TengowskiTorke Coffee Roasting Co.Village of Kohler TourismWoodlake Market

2008 Craft Fair VolunteersMichelle AlbrechtPaula AndersonEv BakaLisa BatesCarol BenishekJohn BenishekAnna BerlinDavid BerlinLesley CassidyCaren ChungSarah ChungKelly DeAmicoHenry DentzTonya DePagterSue DexheimerSonia EgbertHeather ErtelCathy FarrellKim FeltnerNoah FinkSuzanne FinkKara Friske

Vicki FriskeCody GartmanAlvida GroomJane HalversonSarah HapemanStacy HarriottJulia HartKathy HoekstraMichele HoeppnerLen HuckeLori HuckeSteven JabergSue JabergMichael JanssenTravis JanssenKathy KaneJen KelmKey Club StudentsBobbi KnappLogan KnappDave KruegerDonna KruegerDeb LaDukeNancy MadiganKaren ManiDale NeilLinda NeilZach NeilLori NeurohrCeleste NugentTamra O’KeefeRachel O’KeefeAnn ReinbacherKristin RenzelmannJen RoeberMel RomanoskiSue RuminskiKathy RuttenMartha SaffordLiz SprinkmanJoni StefanczykJulie SteinertBeth Tengowski

Ryan TengowskiLaura TesmerLynn VanderSchaafMichelle VanZeelandDiane Venn

Michael VennNick VennRay VennNicole Wallander

Ted WeidmanPatti WenbergNancy WrightMarlene Yang

Ebben Field Update:The Fall construction cycle of the

Ebben Field restoration project has cometo a close. With help from moderateweather patterns, the construction crewwas able to place the foundational layer ofasphalt for the new track. The track wasalso given a basic striping pattern so thatthe Spring track season can begin on time.Please note that the Ebben Field complexwill be closed for the winter. As a matterof safety, we ask that individuals avoidtraversing the area.

At the November Board meeting, TheKohler Public Schools Board ofEducation approved the creation of theEbben Field Master Planning Steering

Committee. This advisory committee willbe primarily responsible for soliciting pub-lic input on the Ebben Field MasterPlanning Project, as well as presenting sub-sequent recommendations to the SchoolBoard. The goal is to create a thoughtfuland aesthetically pleasing multi-use facilitythat meets the needs of both the school andthe community for years to come. A num-ber of community forums and focus groupswill be scheduled so that all stakeholderscan share ideas and offer suggestionsregarding the design and development ofthe Ebben Field complex. Specific detailson meeting dates and times will be forth-coming.

Hungry?The Junior Class of Kohler High School is holding aprom fundraiser on January 15, 2009. It will be held inthe school cafeteria from 4:30-7:30 with Chef TedWeidman of Taher Foods preparing the meal.

MenuAn all you can eat pasta bar with choice of cheese tortellini or cavatappi pastatossed with choice of marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, pesto sauce, and toppedwith your choice of chicken or Italian sausage.

The meal also includes Caesar salad with French bread, coffee or lemonade.

Price$7.00 per person at the door or $6.50 per person with pre-purchased ticket.$4.00 for children 8 years old and under.Children 2 years old and younger free!

18 DECEMBER, 2008 KOHLER VILLAGER KOHLERVILLAGER.COMTHE KOHLER TIMES – NEWSLETTER OF KOHLER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

KOHLER TIMES is published for residents of theKohler School District

Kohler Public Schools333 Upper Road, Kohler, WI 53044

920-459-2920

Board of EducationDr. Jane A. Bishop, President,

Jim O’Donnell, V. PresidentDiane Venn, Clerk

John Suralik, TreasurerLaura Kohler, Member

District Administrator

Dr. Robert Kobylski

EditorMary Struck

E-mail submissions: [email protected]: 331-4904

Kohler Times deadline: 20th of every month

EMERGENCY OOR IINCLEMENT WWEATHERCLOSING PPROCEDURES

As we begin another year, it is once again time to review the procedures for school closings due to inclement weather. As in the past, we ask parents to discuss this issue with their children NOW - before the actual emergency occurs. If

you are generally not home during the day, be sure your child knows NOW where they are to go if school closed early(Will they go home with a classmate? Older sibling? A relative? Have you made prior arrangements with this individual tobe on “stand by” for these occasions?) In emergency closing situations, forty or fifty children wanting to call home/work tofind out where to go, seriously delays the entire closing process. Please make sure your arrangements in advance and besure your child is fully aware of what to do.

Any decision to close schools for all or any portion of a school day will be made as early as possible in order to affordparents the opportunity to make alternate child care transportation plans. All closing announcements or early dismissalswill be made on the following area radio/television stations:

WHBL (1330 AM), WXER (104.5 OR 96.1 FM ), WSTM (91.3 FM) “The Breeze,” WLKN (98.1)

WTMJ - Channel 4, WFRV - Channel 5, WISN - Channel 12, NBC 26 - Channel 26, WLUK -Channel 11, WITI - Channel6, WBAY-TV/DT 2 - Channel 2.

CCoouunnsseelloorr’’ss CCoorrnneerr Happy Holidays from the Student Services office.

On November 13th all Kohler students were asked to participate in Mix It Up at Lunch Day. This was a nationalevent and a simple call to action for students to step out of their comfort zones to meet new people in the

school cafeteria. Students in grades Kindergarten through 12th were assigned to a table as they came intolunch. At the table they had the opportunity to meet and talk with other students they might not otherwise get toknow. Our students did a nice job of participating. Prizes such as cards for KFC, Quiznos, McDonalds, MarcusTheatre and Target were given via a raffle for participating students. This is a positive event and I am currentlylooking for a few motivated students or a student organization who might want to take over the running of thisannual event. If you know of a student or a student group who would like to run future Mix It Up at Lunchevents please contact me.As always, parents feel free to make an appointment to meet with me or call (459-2921 ext. 1301) or send an e-mail ([email protected]) if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child(ren).

Upcoming ACT/SAT Dates:

Test Test Date Registration Deadlines

ACT February 7, 2008 January 6, 2009April 4, 2009 February 27, 2009June 13, 2009 May 8, 2009

SAT January 24, 2009 December 26, 2008March 14, 2009 February 10, 2009May 2, 2009 March 31, 2009June 6, 2009 May 5, 2009

Apply on-line at www.act.org for the ACT or at www.collegeboard.com for the SAT or registration materials avail-able in the Student Services Office. Kohler High School’s code is 501-035

The ACT and the SAT are typically administered at the following local schools: UW- Sheboygan, SheboyganNorth, Sheboygan South, and Sheboygan Falls. Students are responsible for completing the registrationprocess for these college entrance tests.

ACT recommends that students take the ACT Assessment during the spring of their junior year.

Reminder to all seniors who are still working on post-secondary school applications or scholarship applica-tions the student services office will not be open over the holiday break. If a student needs a transcript or

to have forms signed they should take care of this BEFORE the December 24th – January 4th break inorder to meet the end of the month or end of the year deadlines. Mrs. Multer and Mrs. Anderson are notin the office over the holidays.

ScholarshipsStudents are encouraged to check the daily announcements as well as the bulletin board across from the stu-dent services office for information regarding available scholarships. A list is also available on school’s highschool and Mrs. Multer’s school website.

Financial Aid Information

USE www.fafsa.ed.gov – This is the real government Financial Aid site …DON’T CONFUSE “fafsa.com” a site that charges families for filling out the fafsa . . . remember the first F in FAFSAstands for FreeComplete the FREE application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) as many institutions require this information fordetermining aid and scholarship packages. Students can pick up these forms in Mrs. Multer’s office or better yet

they can apply on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gove after January 1st. Income Tax information from your 2008 form isneeded so you will have to complete this first. You can get a head start on the FAFSA form by visiting the web-site and getting a PIN so that everything is ready when the new form is available after January 1, 2009. Parentsand students need to get their own pin in order to sign their application electronically. Parents you can use thesame PIN for multiple students in your family.

Kohler Families are invited to the following Financial Aid Workshops:A Financial Aid Workshop will be held at in the Plymouth High School Auditorium on Wednesday, January 7

from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

A Financial Aid Workshop will be held at Sheboygan Falls High School on Monday, January 12th at 6:00 p.m.

College Goal Sunday 2-21-2009 @ 2:00 PM@ UW Sheboygan

One University AvenueSheboygan, WI 53081

College Goal Sunday is a free event designed to assist families in completing the FAFSA form, considered theessential first step to attaining financial aid for higher education.

Post High School Options Night For Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors and Parents

Monday, March 16, 20096:30 p.m.

UW-Sheboygan

Are you confused about all the possibilities for life after graduation? If so, come and investigate all of youroptions. Students and parents should not miss this chance to explore today’s choices for life after high school!!!

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Presidential Awards for Excellence inMathematics and Science Teaching. (PAEMST) The National Science Foundationand Wisconsin held a gala celebration to highlight these twenty-five years byhonoring all of Wisconsin’s state and national PAEMST awardees. Jessie Goodand Dana Krejcarek, national awardees, were invited as two of Wisconsin’s out-standing educators. Elizabeth Burmaster, State Superintendent of PublicInstruction, and Anthony Evers, Deputy State Superintendent honored each ofthem with a commemorative pin and recognition at the Capital Rotunda.Governor Jim Doyle proclaimed November 20, 2008 as Presidential Awardee Dayfor Wisconsin.

Presidential Awards forExcellence in Mathematicsand Science Teaching

WinterWonderlandKohler Elementary Musical

Friday, December 19th, 2008 2:00 p.m.

Kohler Memorial Theatre

Junior Kindergarten through Grade 6

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Office of SuperintendentKOHLER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

Kohler, WI 53044

BOARD OF EDUCATIONKohler School District

REGULAR BOARD MEETING MINUTESMonday, October 13, 2008

The Regular Board meeting of the Board of Education, KohlerPublic School District, was held at 7:00 p.m. in the Kohler SchoolLibrary, Dr. Jane Bishop, Board president, presiding. The meet-ing was announced in the Sheboygan Press and the agendaswere posted at the Kohler Village Hall, the Kohler Public Libraryand the main entrance of the school building in compliance withthe Open Meeting Law of Wisconsin Statutes.

Dr. Bishop called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. in the KohlerLibrary.

Roll call was taken by Ms. Venn, Board Clerk.

Present: Dr. Jane A. Bishop President Jim P. O’Donnell Vice President Diane L. Venn ClerkJohn Suralik TreasurerDr. Robert Kobylski SuperintendentLee Benish MS/HS Interim PrincipalWendy Nasgovitz HR/IT AdministratorTamra O’Keefe Director Special

Ed/PsychologistNikki L. Schneider Executive Asst to Supt/Board

Absent: Laura Kohler MemberSusan M. Jaberg EL Principal

Report of Action Taken in Executive SessionBoard approved the hire of Sandy Lacerda as 50% special educa-tion teacher

Board approved the hire of Colette Veldhorst as 7th grade girlsbasketball coach for the 2008 basketball seasonBoard approved Ken Roeder as head boys basketball coach forthe 2008 basketball season.

Persons Requesting to Address Members of the Board ofEducationNone.

Presentations, Recognitions and Resolutions- The Board recognized Kelly Suralik as National Merit Scholarshiprecipient and Nicholas Henegar as National Merit Scholarship finalist.Formal recognition will be held at the November Board meeting.- The Board recognized Lori Neurohr as Wisconsin RepresentativeTeacher of the Year to National Teacher of the Year Program.

Communications/Announcements/SchedulesBoard President’s Report:- Dr. Bishop reminded the members of the Board to complete theassignments regarding Neola Policy Review.- Dr. Bishop shared an update regarding the non-motorized trans-portation grant.

Review of Financial Statement:- Dr. Kobylski reviewed the information regarding the financial state-ment, third Friday count results, expenditures/revenue, and remindedeveryone that our Annual Meeting will be held October 27th.

Superintendent’s Report:Dr. Kobylski noted the following:- Ebben Field track demolition is progressing; the pulverizationprocess of the existing track will begin on Wednesday. The track willbe painted prior to the start of the winter months. The Phase II mas-ter planning and needs assessment processes will begin once thetrack work has been completed. This phase will include upgrades ofthe current electrical capacity, fencing, press box, etc.- Homecoming activities were very successful; congratulations to Mr.Benish for his hard work.- NWEA testing has been completed at this time and data analysishas begun. - SIAC Committee formation - Dr. Kobylski is in the process of form-ing a School Improvement Advisory Committee for the purpose of

identifying 21st century skill sets necessary for success in anincreasingly globalized community.Several teachers and community members have responded. The firstmeeting is expected to be held in November.

Prepared From Scratch1 2 3 4 5

Contains Pork Grilled Cheese Sandwich Fresh Baked Pizza Grilled Chicken Sandwich "Beef Stroganoff" French ToastHomemade Soup Cheese or Pepperoni Sweet Potato Fries Beef and Gravy Scrambled Eggs

Vegetarian Entrée Crackers Caesar Salad Sugar Snap Peas Buttered Noodles Hash BrownBroccoli Grapefruit

Harvest of the Month Wheat Dinner RollAlternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée

Taco Salad Chef Salad Fajita Salad Chicken Caesar Salad Oriental SaladBuffalo Chicken Wrap Egg Salad Sandwich Roasted Veggie Focaccia Turkey BLT Wrap Tuscan Piegga

8 9 10 11 12Chicken&Cheese Quesadilla 3 Cheese Stromboli 1/2 Day of School BBQ Chicken Legs Turkey Tetrazzini

Salsa & Sour Cream W/Zesty Pizza Sauce Sandwich and Salad Barley Baked Pilaf Garlic BreadMexican Corn & Rice California Blend Choice Served Green Beans Marinated Vegetables

Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative EntréeAsian Chicken Noodle Salad Mediterranean Vegetable Bowl Chicken Caesar Salad Tuna Salad Garden Vegetable Salad

Ham Rollup Italian Turkey Sandwich Turkey Sub Chicken Club Sub Barcelonai Chicken Wrap15 16 17 18 19

Hard or Soft Shell Tacos Chicken Nuggets Chili Con Carne Fresh Baked Pizza Cheeseburger onLettuce,Tomato,Cheese Tator Tots Cheese & Sour Cream Cheese or Sausage Wholegrain Bun

Mexican Rice Popeye Salad Corn Bread Marinated Pasta Salad Lettuce & TomatoOven Fries

Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative Entrée Alternative EntréeChef Salad Taco Salad Fajita Salad Chicken Caesar Salad Oriental Salad

Buffalo Chicken Wrap Egg Salad Sandwich Roasted Veggie Focaccia Turkey BLT Wrap Tuscan Piegga22 23 24 CHRISTMAS EVE 25 CHRISTMAS 26

Elementary $3.25 Italian Lasagna Beef Hot DogSecondary $3.25 Garlic bread on a Wheat Bun

Caesar Salad Mac & CheeseAdditional Milk $0.40Adult $3.25

Alternative Entrée Alternative EntréeSpinach Garden Salad Crispy Chicken SaladRanch Chicken Wrap Smoked Turkey Wrap

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LUNCH PRICES

See you in 2009!

Kohler School DistrictLunch Menu

MONDAY THURSDAY FRIDAYTUESDAY WEDNESDAY

Milk Choice of 1% or skim is included with Lunch

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, 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. (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 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 or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Ted WeidmanChef / Manager

920-459-2920 x 1439

MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Fruit & Vegetable Bar

Fresh vegetables, plus fresh and canned fruits, are available daily with lunch from the Fruit & Vegetable Bar

Chef's Special offered to Secondary Students

Daily as additional Lunch Choice

December2008

SpinachHARVEST OF THE MONTH

Grapefruit

- The first Superintendent/Parent Listening Session has beenheld at Woodlake Market. This session was well

attended and positive dialogue was shared.

Consent Agenda:Moved by Ms. Venn, seconded by Mr. O’Donnell to approve theitems on the Consent Agenda. All ayes. Motion carried unanimously.

Action and/or Discussion Items:Consideration / Approval of Kohler School Friends DonationList - Discussion was held.

Moved by Mr. O’Donnell, seconded by Mr. Suralik to approve theKohler School Friends Donation List. All ayes. Motion carried unani-mously.

Approval of first reading of policy “Use of Cameras and OtherRecording Devices in Locker Rooms” – Discussion was held. Dr.Kobylski notes that this policy comes to us at this time due to statestatute.

Moved by Ms. Venn, seconded by Mr. O’Donnell to approve the firstreading of policy “Use of Cameras and Other Recording Devices inLocker Rooms”. All ayes. Motion carried unanimously.

Sanctioning of Ebben Field Track “Task Force” – Discussion washeld. Dr. Kobylski notes that Mr. Tom Schnettler will act as projectmanager visiting twice a day and reporting back to Dr. Kobylski,committee chair. Dr. Kobylski thanked all those involved for theirefforts in making this process smooth and successful thus far. Dr.Kobylski will facilitate all communication with the Board of Education.

Moved by Ms. Venn, seconded by Mr. O’Donnell to sanction the cre-ation of the Ebben Field Track Task Force. All ayes. Motion carriedunanimously.

Preview of the Annual Meeting – Dr. Kobyski presented a briefoverview of the upcoming Annual Meeting. No action was required.

Persons Requesting to Address Members of the Board ofEducationNone.

At 8:25 p.m., moved by Mr. O’Donnell, seconded by Mr. Suralikto adjourn the meeting back to Closed Session. Ms. Venn;aye, Mr. O’Donnell; aye, Dr. Bishop; aye, Mr. Suralik; aye.Motion carried unanimously.

At 9:00 p.m., meeting was called to order back into open session.

Roll call was taken by Ms. Venn, Board Clerk. Present: Dr. Jane A. Bishop President

Jim P. O’Donnell Vice President Diane L. Venn ClerkJohn Suralik TreasurerDr. Robert Kobylski SuperintendentLee Benish MS/HS Interim PrincipalWendy Nasgovitz HR/IT AdministratorNikki L. Schneider Executive Asst to

Supt/BoardAbsent: Laura Kohler Member

Susan M. Jaberg EL Principal

Report of Action Taken in Executive Session- The Board approved Ms. Kristen Romanoski as assistant highschool math team coach/head middle school math team coach.

At 9:01 p.m., moved by Ms. Venn, seconded by Mr. O’Donnellto adjourn the meeting. All ayes. Motion carried unanimously.

Respectfully submitted by:Kohler School District

Nikki L. SchneiderExecutive Assistant to the Supt/Board

Yes, I was a busy parent! How did Isurvive? How did my child grow into a healthy adult? Sometimes I still won-der! I’d like to share with you someapproaches that worked for my hus-band, Steve and me.

Researchers have been surprised tolearn that, when Parents are asked ifthey wanted more time or money, mostpeople answered, “More time.” Withmost parents already feeling so harriedthey hardly have time to sit down for ameal, how can they find the time tohelp their children succeed in school?

The following are some suggestionsfrom experts and me that might help!1. Use the time in the family car withyour child to have important discussionsor review homework. Parents this istruly the best time to have those uncom-fortable discussions. Turn off the radioand have the heart-to-hearts. My daugh-ter, Maria always knew that when theradio was turned down I was probablygoing to have the human growth talks.We’d be on the freeway….there was noway she could escape. She’s a grownwoman and still laughs about myapproach. Car time is also a good time toreview spelling words or practice for theACT Test.2. Plan for the day ahead. Have yourchildren organize the night before schoolso they know what they are planning towear or what they’ll need tomorrow.Place notes on the counter the nightbefore an event. We had a recipe boxwith pre-made reminder cards and extrablank cards. We’d set out the cards thenight before. In the morning, we’d wakeup to; “Don’t forget permission forms” or“Piano Lessons” or “Lunch Money”Everyone had cards even the family cat! 3. Find your child’s “prime time” forstudying. This may be a key to his suc-cess in school. My daughter was a “lost

Ways Busy Parents Can Help ChildrenSucceed in School

Submitted by Susan Jaberg -Elementary Principal

cause” after 9:00 p.m.! She would only getupset if she let things go until later. As amother, I would insist on her completinghomework early. 4. Remember to set priorities! My hus-band will tell you this is the most impor-tant rule of parenting. Our daughter signedup for everything possible in her freshmanyear of high school. She was convincedthat she couldn’t get into college unless shewas in everything. After much stress on

her part, which caused us a great deal ofstress, we convinced her that she would beno good to anyone if she didn’t take timefor herself. 5. Spend one-on-one time. Kids need both“quality” and “quantity” time with you.There’s nothing like spending time alonewith a parent to make a child feel special.My daughter and I’d go for a bike rideevery weekend. It was not only enjoyablebut good for our health. We still try to get

together for bike trips even though she isgrown up and on her own. Biking is anactivity that is special to both of us.6. Send notes with your child to school.I often see adorable notes in children’slunch boxes that say, “Have a great day!”or “I love you!” Children are alwaysshowing me the notes their parents send toschool. Once they get older, they hidethem, but trust me they still enjoy receiv-ing them. Wouldn’t you!!!

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7th & 8th Basketball (Boys)2008−2009

Day Date Opponent Place Time

Thursday Jan. 08 @ Ozaukee High School Ozaukee High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Jan. 13 Random Lake High School Village Gym 4:00PM

Thursday Jan. 15 Oostburg High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Jan. 20 @ Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove High School 4:00PM

Thursday Jan. 22 Howards Grove High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Jan. 27 Elkhart Lake High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Feb. 03 Ozaukee High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Thursday Feb. 05 @ Random Lake High School Random Lake High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Feb. 10 @ Oostburg High School Oostburg High School 4:00PM

Thursday Feb. 12 Cedar Grove High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Feb. 17 @ Howards Grove High School Howards Grove High School 4:00PM

Thursday Feb. 19 @ Elkhart Lake High School Elkhart Lake High School 4:00PM

7th & 8th Basketball (Girls) 2008−2009Day Date Opponent Place Time

Tuesday Oct. 14 @ Ozaukee High School Ozaukee High School 4:00PM

Thursday Oct. 16 Random Lake High School Village Gym 4:00PM

Tuesday Oct. 21 Oostburg High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Thursday Oct. 23 @ Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Oct. 28 Howards Grove High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Nov. 04 Elkhart Lake High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Nov. 11 Ozaukee High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Thursday Nov. 13 @ Random Lake High School Random Lake High School 4:00PM

Monday Nov. 17 @ Oostburg High School Oostburg High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Nov. 25 Cedar Grove High School Kohler High School 4:00PM

Tuesday Dec. 02 @ Howards Grove High School Howards Grove High School 4:00PM

Thursday Dec. 04 @ Elkhart Lake High School Elkhart Lake High School 4:00PM

Varsity Basketball (Girls)2008−2009


Monday Nov. 10 (Practice) Kohler High School TBA

Monday Dec. 01 Lutheran High School(Sheboygan)

Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Friday Dec. 05 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School Gym 6:15PM

Saturday Dec. 06 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School Gym TBA

Tuesday Dec. 09 Howards Grove High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Friday Dec. 12 @ Elkhart Lake High School Elkhart Lake High School 7:30PM

Thursday Dec. 18 Oostburg High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Saturday Dec. 20 Wisconsin Valley Lutheran High Kohler High School Gym 3:00PM

Tuesday Dec. 23 @ Ozaukee High School Ozaukee High School 7:30PM

Friday Jan. 09 Random Lake High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Tuesday Jan. 13 @ Sheboygan Co Christian HighSch

Sheboygan Co Christian HighSch

7:30PM

Friday Jan. 16 @ Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove High School 7:30PM

Saturday Jan. 17 @ Montello Jr/Sr H.S. Montello Jr/Sr H.S. 3:00PM

Saturday Jan. 24 @ Lutheran High School(Sheboygan)

Lutheran High School(Sheboygan)

7:30PM

Thursday Jan. 29 @ Howards Grove High School Howards Grove High School 7:30PM

Thursday Feb. 05 Elkhart Lake High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Saturday Feb. 07 @ Oostburg High School Oostburg High School 7:30PM

Tuesday Feb. 10 Ozaukee High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Friday Feb. 13 @ Random Lake High School Random Lake High School 7:30PM

Tuesday Feb. 17 Sheboygan Co Christian HighSch


Friday Feb. 20 Cedar Grove High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Tuesday Feb. 24 Regionals Kohler High School Gym TBA

Thursday Feb. 26 Regionals Kohler High School Gym TBA

Saturday Feb. 28 @ Regionals Regionals TBA

Friday Mar. 06 @ Sectionals Sectionals TBA

Saturday Mar. 07 @ Sectionals Sectionals TBA

Junior Varsity Basketball (Girls)2008−2009



Kohler High School 6:00PM

Friday Dec. 05 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School 4:30PM

Saturday Dec. 06 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School TBA

Tuesday Dec. 09 Howards Grove High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Friday Dec. 12 @ Elkhart Lake High School Elkhart Lake High School 6:00PM

Thursday Dec. 18 Oostburg High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Saturday Dec. 20 Wisconsin Valley Lutheran High Kohler High School 2:00PM

Tuesday Dec. 23 @ Ozaukee High School Ozaukee High School 6:00PM

Friday Jan. 09 Random Lake High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Tuesday Jan. 13 @ Sheboygan Co Christian HighSch


6:00PM

Friday Jan. 16 @ Cedar Grove High School Cedar Grove High School 6:00PM

Saturday Jan. 17 @ Montello Jr/Sr H.S. Montello Jr/Sr H.S. 1:30PM

Saturday Jan. 24 @ Lutheran High School(Sheboygan)


6:00PM

Thursday Jan. 29 @ Howards Grove High School Howards Grove High School 6:00PM

Thursday Feb. 05 Elkhart Lake High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Saturday Feb. 07 @ Oostburg High School Oostburg High School 6:00PM

Tuesday Feb. 10 Ozaukee High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Friday Feb. 13 @ Random Lake High School Random Lake High School 6:00PM



Friday Feb. 20 Cedar Grove High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Varsity Basketball (Boys)2008−2009


S Saturday Nov. 22 Kohler Scrimmage Kohler High School Gym TBA

Tuesday Nov. 25 @ Kiel High School Kiel High School 7:30PM

Tuesday Dec. 02 @ Sheboygan Co Christian HighSch


7:30PM

Friday Dec. 05 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School Gym 8:00PM

Saturday Dec. 06 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School Gym TBA

Saturday Dec. 13 Oostburg High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Tuesday Dec. 16 Random Lake High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Monday Dec. 22 @ Sheboygan Falls High School Sheboygan Falls High School 7:30PM

Tuesday Jan. 06 Howards Grove High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Saturday Jan. 10 Ozaukee High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Tuesday Jan. 13 @ Elkhart Lake High School Elkhart Lake High School 7:30PM

Thursday Jan. 15 @ Lutheran High School(Sheboygan)


7:30PM


Friday Jan. 23 Sheboygan Co Christian HighSch


Tuesday Jan. 27 @ Oostburg High School Oostburg High School 7:30PM

Friday Jan. 30 Elkhart Lake High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Tuesday Feb. 03 @ Random Lake High School Random Lake High School 7:30PM

Thursday Feb. 12 @ Howards Grove High School Howards Grove High School 7:30PM

Saturday Feb. 14 @ Ozaukee High School Ozaukee High School 7:30PM

Thursday Feb. 19 Lutheran High School(Sheboygan)


Friday Feb. 27 Cedar Grove High School Kohler High School Gym 7:30PM

Tuesday Mar. 03 Regionals Kohler High School TBA

Thursday Mar. 05 Regionals Kohler High School TBA

Saturday Mar. 07 @ Regionals Regionals TBA

Thursday Mar. 12 @ Sectionals Sectionals TBA

Friday Mar. 13 @ Sectionals Sectionals TBA

Saturday Mar. 14 @ Sectionals Sectionals TBA

Freshman Basketball (Boys)2008−2009




Village Gym 6:00PM



4:30PM

Saturday Dec. 13 Oostburg High School Kohler High School Gym 6:00PM

Tuesday Dec. 16 Living Word Lutheran Village Gym 6:00PM

Tuesday Jan. 06 Howards Grove High School Village Gym 6:00PM

Saturday Jan. 10 Ozaukee High School Village Gym 6:00PM



4:30PM



Tuesday Feb. 03 @ Living Word Lutheran Living Word Lutheran 5:30PM




Village Gym 6:00PM

Friday Feb. 27 Cedar Grove High School Village Gym 6:00PM

Junior Varsity Basketball (Boys)2008−2009





6:00PM

Friday Dec. 05 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School 4:30PM

Saturday Dec. 06 Kohler Tournament Kohler High School TBA

Saturday Dec. 13 Oostburg High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Tuesday Dec. 16 Random Lake High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Monday Dec. 22 @ Sheboygan Falls High School Sheboygan Falls High School 6:00PM

Tuesday Jan. 06 Howards Grove High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Saturday Jan. 10 Ozaukee High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Tuesday Jan. 13 @ Elkhart Lake High School Elkhart Lake High School 6:00PM



6:00PM


Friday Jan. 23 Sheboygan Co Christian HighSch



Friday Jan. 30 Elkhart Lake High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

Tuesday Feb. 03 @ Random Lake High School Random Lake High School 6:00PM



Thursday Feb. 19 Lutheran High School(Sheboygan)


Friday Feb. 27 Cedar Grove High School Kohler High School 6:00PM

December 226, 22008Kohler HHigh SSchool GGym

6:30 pp.m.Open tto aany KKohler HHigh SSchool GGraduate

Men aand WWomenBring all of your friends to see if your favorite basketball player has stillgot it. Watch the former State Champion players do their thing. It hasbeen ten years since we had a State championship. These players are

planning a reunion for this event. Let’s support them once again.Go Bombers!!!!!

For our older alumni, have you got enough in you for 5 minutes on thecourt. No??? Come on over to encourage the others.

Player Fee $5.00Spectator fee Adult $3.00 Student $2.00 Grade 1-12 $1.00

The gym will open at 6:00 for player warm up.

JUNIOR BOMBERBASKETBALL CLINICFor boys and girls ages JK-3rd grade.

In the Kohler High School GymSaturdays @ 8:00 a.m.

January 10---February 7Fee $12.00 resident $17.00 non-resident

Conducted by Ken Roeder andThe Village of Kohler Recreation Department

With the assistance of the high school basketball players, Mr. Roeder willinstruct the participants in the basic basketball skills, good sportsmanshipand how to have fun while playing the game. Please have you childrendressed appropriately and wear clean athletic shoes.Any interested participants will be able to play during halftimes of games on

January 30 and February 5. More information on these dates will be hand-ed out at practices.

Please register at the Kohler Village Hall, 319 Highland Drive, Kohler, WilAdditional registration forms are available at kohlervillage.org.

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Early Release Day Activities forDecember and January!

ICE SKATINGDecember 10th 1:00-3:00 p.m.Ice skating is a great way to spend the afternoon with family and friends! Please joinus at the Sheboygan Lakers Ice Center (aka Blue Line Ice Center) during PublicSkating from 1:00-3:00. The Ice Center is located at 1202 S Wildwood Avenue in Sheboygan. Admission cost is $3for skaters 12 years old and under and $4 for those over 12 years old. The cost to rent a pair of skates is $3. Pleasenote that supervision and transportation is the sole responsibility of the parent/guardian. Please let us know you arecoming by signing-up for this activity on the KSF Bulletin Board outside the Elementary Office or by emailingLesley Cassidy at [email protected].

OPEN SWIMJanuary 14th1:00-3:00 p.m.We had a great turn-out in November, so please join us again for a fun afternoon of swimming at the Kohler Pool!Please note that children under the age of 9 years old will not be allowed in the pool without parent/guardian super-vision. In addition, the Pool rules will be enforced and non-resident fees will apply. Sign-up will take place inJanuary.Questions? Contact Lesley at the above email address.

ONGOING SCHOOL POLICIESNo Latex BalloonsLatex balloons cannot be brought into the buildingbecause of students with severe latex allergies. Mylar bal-loons are the safe alternative.

No Animals on School GroundsIt is Kohler School District’s policy that no animals areallowed on school grounds. Dogs and cats must be onleashes and on sidewalks when near the school. If a stu-dent or parent would like to bring a pet to school, he/shemust receive permission from the Principal in advance.This policy is in effect for the safety of our students.

Tardy? Absent? Parents, please call the officeIn the event that your child will not be attending school orwill be tardy, please call the attendance voice mailbox andlet the office know the reason for the child’s absence/tardi-ness. You can reach the Attendance voice mailbox by dial-ing 459-2920 Ext. 5.

Get your kids into a festive spirit this year, and give themsome delicious, healthy treats with our easy-to-make hol-iday snacks. The three quick recipes below save time,help your children avoid extra fat and calories, and pro-vide ample opportunities for creativity! So let the funbegin!

The search for green and red fruits is all part of the fun. Itcan begin in your own pantry, or in the supermarket. Mixfamily favorites with something new. Some preservedfruits, such as dried cranberries or canned cherries mayrequire a bit of supermarket sleuthing. Specialty storesand food catalogs are another good source for exoticadditions. See what you can dig up!

What you need:Green fruits:kiwis green grapes green apples gooseberries (canned) honeydew melon (fresh or frozen)

Red fruits:strawberries cherries (canned or dried) red grapes cranberries (dried) pomegranates red apples

Simple directions: Wash, peel, and cut fruits as needed.Arrange on a platter in the shape of a wreath.

Tips for preschoolers: Adults can cut fruits into trianglesand squares. Talk about the colors and shapes of the fruitwhile arranging. Your child can help arrange the fruits bycolor, kind, and shape.

Tips for older children: Encourage your child's artisticexpression in arranging the fruits. Creative ideas includeconcentric circles, wedges, pictures, or something a littlemore abstract.

Welcome to my Christmas Edition of “Getting to KnowKohler High School Seniors.” For my last edition of 2008,I interviewed Lili Giertz.

Name: Lili GiertzParents names: Norm and Deb Giertz

How many years have you been a student at Kohler Schools?I have been attending Kohler since the eighth grade.

What extra-curricular activities have you been involved in?I have been the following extracurricular activities:Future Problem Solvers, Key Club, Math Team, andTesting the Waters.

What is your favorite class and why?My favorite class is Science because I’m going intoengineering and I like problem solving.

What is your best memory at Kohler School?My best memory at Kohler School is hanging out withmy friends.

What are your plans after high school?I hope to go to the University of Illinois and becomean engineer.

If you had an hour to yourself to do anything you wanted,what would you do?

I would relax and read a book.

Where do you see yourself 20 years from now?I see myself as an engineer at a successful companyand may be married.

If you could visit any place in the world, where would yougo?

I would go to France because I want to see Paris.

Getting tto kknowKohler HHigh

School sseniorsBy AJ Bocchini

Stuffed datesDried fruits are traditional holiday foods. In earlier timesthey were the only fruits available during cold wintermonths. This easy-to-make treat is a classic, and one thateven the youngest child can help to make.

What you need:whole dates (pits removed) walnut halves granulated or powdered sugar (optional)

Simple directions: Slide walnut halves into the slits on eachdate. Squeeze the date flesh around the nut. Roll in granu-lated or powdered sugar or leave plain. Arrange the stuffeddates on a serving plate.

Roasted chestnutsFresh roasted chestnuts are a seasonal food, available onlyduring the winter holiday season. Although popular for cen-turies in Europe, North America, and Asia, many Americanshave never tried them. Unlike other nuts, chestnuts are rel-atively low in fat and calories, which makes them a healthysnack. Remember, fresh chestnuts are perishable, so storethem in the refrigerator and keep them covered to preventdrying out. Although this is quick and easy, cutting the toughouter shell does require a sturdy adult hand. Children canpeel off the brittle shells with their fingers, after baking.

What you need:fresh chestnuts Simple directions: Preheat oven to 425 F. Cut criss-crossslits through the shiny brown outer shell. This lets steamescape and prevents the chestnuts from exploding. (If thecut is deep enough it also makes peeling off the shells eas-ier). Put in a shallow pan and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.Take them out of the oven and let them cool for about 10minutes or long enough to handle. Be sure to peel awayboth the outer shell and the bitter inner husk. Enjoy thesweet nutmeats inside.

Note: Instead of baking chestnuts in an oven, try cookingthem over an open fire. Avoid putting them directly in theflames or they will scorch.

Healthy Holiday Snacksby Linda Piette,

A CandlelightCelebration wasenjoyed at theKohler ElementarySchool as studentsfeasted on ChefCarved Turkey,mashed potatoes &gravy, home-makestuffing, wintersquash, cranberryrelish and a pump-kin bar. OurThanksgiving eventalso served as dressup day. The hallswere filled withgirls in velvetdresses and youngmen in dress shirtsand ties.From left: Taylor Sager, Mr. Scott Sager (Father) and Nicole Hoh. The students are in Mrs. Magle’s Senior

Kindergarten.

Children with disabilities procedureThe school district must locate, identify, and evaluate all children with dis-abilities, including children with disabilities attending private schools in theschool district, regardless of the severity of their disabilities. The schooldistrict has a special education screening program to evaluate all childrenwith suspected disabilities and are at least three years old. Upon request,the school district will screen a child who has not graduated high school todetermine whether a special education referral is appropriate. A requestmay be made by contacting Tamra O'Keefe, Special Education Director at459-2920 x1200.


CLC HONORS CHOIRCentral Lakeshore Conference Honor Choir students will present a concert on

Thursday, January 8, 2009 at 7:00 PM at the University of Wisconsin-Sheboygan in thetheater. Greg Carpenter, director of choirs at Marquette University, will be conductingthe choir. Each conference nominates the top choral students from their school to singin a 90 voice choir.

Choral students from Kohler singing in the honors choir are pictured left to right: Mark Nebel,Danielle Dyksterhouse, Katie Stastny, Markus Anderson, Tucker Barrie, Lauren Drury, RyanStefanczyk, Lili Giertz, and Steven Esche. Lauren Drury and Markus Anderson will be accompanyingthe choir.

Band students selected toHonors Bands

The Kohler band department is proud to announce that two of their middle schoolmusic students were selected to perform with the Northeastern Middle Level HonorsBand. Kristina Kusel (flute) and Kathryn Samuels (flute) were selected to perform withthe Honors Band. Hosted at St. Norbert College on Saturday, November 3, studentsworked all day with guest composer Rob Grice. After six hours of rehearsal, theNortheastern Honors Band performed an impressive concert.

Congratulations Kristina and Kathryn!

HATS ON DAY Celebrated atKohler Elementary as part ofMaking a Difference Month.

Kohler Elementary School participatedin HATS ON DAY on Friday, October 24,2008.

HATS ON DAY is a nationwide eventwhere students pay a nominal fee for theprivilege of wearing a hat of their choice toschool to help raise childhood cancerawareness and funds for the Foundation forChildren with Cancer.

HATS ON DAY was founded by agroup of 6th grade students in St. Louis,Missouri in 1995. It’s amazing what a fewchildren working together can do to makea difference. Our Kohler Students raisedover $400.00 to support the Foundation forChildren with Cancer. Yes, Students youdo make a difference!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Robin Stock, KSF Label Coordinator, and Vicki Friske, KSF President, pictured with Mrs. DeAmico’s class andtheir new playground balls. Mrs. DeAmico has had the classroom that's collected the most box-tops / caps /labels for the last two years!

Did you ever wonder what hap-pens to all those Campbell’s SoupLabels that are collected at school?The Kohler School Friends has aBox-tops / Caps / LabelsCoordinator, Robin Stock, whocounts every single label for us andsends them in to Campbell’s. Thisfall, we were able to submit 18,900Campbell’s Soup Labels and pur-chase (6) balls for each of the 21elementary classrooms. That’s 126playground balls!

Thank you to all the families &friends of Kohler School who takethe time to send in their labels, boxtops and milk caps all year long.Keep them coming -- they reallydo make a difference! A specialthank you goes out to Robin andher family for donating their timeto count & cut all those labels &box tops.

Elementary Students areHaving a Ball!

WINTER BAND AND CHOIR CONCERTThe Kohler Band and Choir will present their winter concert on Sunday, December

7, 2008 at 3:00 PM in the Kohler Memorial Theater. Come hear a medley of Jamaican songs and a beautiful Cornish Folk Song “I Love

My Love” sung by the high school choir and an English Madrigal “Say Love” sung bythe Kohler Madrigal Singers. The high school band guarantees to ease you into the hol-iday season with Intrada Festivo. They will also perform a medley of songs fromPhantom of the Opera. Markus Anderson, Lauren Drury, and Sydney Yang will accom-pany the choirs.

BBlluueeBBoommbbeerrssGGooiinnggGGrreeeennSubmitted by Kelly Suralik

The Kohler High School StudentCouncil has initiated a recycling programin the elementary, middle, and highschools. The start date for the program isJanuary 5th, 2009. New recycling recep-tacles will be placed in classrooms,throughout hallways, and in the cafeteria.Items that can be recycled include glass,plastic, aluminum, paper, and tin; all recy-clables can be placed in the same contain-er. The Student Council would like tothank the Kohler Kiwanis Club, theKohler School Friends, and the Knowlton-Kinsley Family for their generous dona-tions to the program.

THE KOHLER TIMES – NEWSLETTER OF KOHLER PUBLIC SCHOOLS


THE VILLAGEVIEW News and notices from the Village departments

Also visit www.kohlervillage.org

KOHLERVILLAGE BOARD

Tom Leonhardt, PresidentJohn EganThomas GastBill KunstJohn PethanSteve ReinbacherJohn Renzelmann

Clerk-TreasurerLaurie Lindow

Police ChiefWilliam Rutten

Public Works Supt.Bruce Neerhof

Fire ChiefMike Lindstrom

Recreation DirectorSusie Wandschneider

LibrarianErin Coppersmith

Beer and Liquor License to include Yoga Onthe Lake at 725B Woodlake Road openingOctober 23, 2008.Approved hiring new RecreationDepartment employees, Allison Moore andDave Hart.Approved request from Chief Rutten toattend the 2008 Attorney General’s SummitonPublic Safety October 22-23 in WisconsinDells.Approved request from SusieWandschneider to attend Wisconsin Parkand RecreationConference from November 5-7 in LaCrosse. Approved Interim Sanitary Sewer ServicesAgreement, An Amendment to the 1975JointSewage Treatment Agreement for a boundarychange to authorize sanitary sewer serviceTo Morgan Aircraft.Approved purchase of new wing post assem-bly for payloader snowplow, cost not to Exceed $830 plus shipping.Approved purchase of new tires for trucks inJanuary 2009, cost $2,923.Approved salt storage building repairs for$2,619 from budgeted funds remaining frommasonry repairs at Memorial Hall.Approved purchase of kitchen cabinets forthe Fire Department, cost not to exceed$5,125.Approved appointment of Tom Gast to theCompensation Committee and CollectiveBargaining Committee.Approved annual renewal for the JointPowers Agreement with the SheboyganCounty Sheriff’s Department required byWis. State Stat. 146.70(9).Approved engagement letter from VirchowKrause & Company for the 2008 audit.Approved recommendations from theCompensation Committee regarding 2009non-represented employee salaries as pre-sented.

for residents non-perishable food items and fornon-residents $2.00 and non-perishable fooditems.

Christmas Break Pool ActivitiesDecember 26 - January 4Open swim Daily from 1:30-4:30 pm. Open until6:30 pm on December 30.

Water in Motion Monday-Wednesday-Friday 7:00 AMThis is an energizing experience in the shallowwater. A cardio workout and muscle toning arethe emphasis for this class. We encourage partic-ipants to wear water shoes, but they are notrequired. Ability to swim is not necessary.Please bring towels, shampoo and soap.

Fee $1.00 for residents per session $2.00 for non-residents per session

A card is available for purchase at the pool. Thecost is $10.00 for 12 sessions for residents and$22.00 for non-residents.

Deep Water Cardio and Abs This class is held on Tuesday and Thursday at5:30-6:30pm *** This class will be held from5:30-6:30 pm. The participants in this class wearflotation belts for buoyancy. 25 minutes are car-dio exercises, 20 minutestargeting specific musclegroups and 15 minutes arespent in the shallow watertargeting the core muscles.You need not be a strong swimmer to takeadvantage of this class. The fee for this class is the same at the Water inMotion class.

New Pool usage ratesThe Village Board has readjusted the non-resi-dent usage rates. Beginning October 1, Non-resi-dents accompanied by a Village resident will be$2.00 per visit per person. Non-residents notaccompanied by a Village resident will be $5.00per person per visit.

A Village resident is any personliving within the Village limits,receiving a Village tax bill.This does not necessarilyinclude all of the Kohler postalcustomers.

Junior Bombers Basketball Clinic For grades JK-3, Saturdays at 8:00 am January10-February 7 at the Kohler High School GymKen Roeder and the High School Basketballplayers will be volunteering toteach participants the basics ofbasketball. The participants willthen be able to play during halftime of High School games onJanuary 30 and February 5.Fee—- $12.00 for residents and $17.00 for nonresidents.

Please register at the Kohler Village Hall, 319School Street. Go to www.kohlervillage.org toprint registration slips or they may be picked upat the Village Hall.

Actions taken by the Village Board duringtheir meetings on October 20 and 27, 2008:

Approved closing the boulevard at OrchardCourt.Approved the following Ordinances: 2008-5,Amending Chapter 11.18 of the MunicipalCode, Regarding Speed Restrictions. Thisamendment reduces the speed limit onGreenfield Drive to 25 mph. 2008-6,Amending Chapter 11.40 of the MunicipalCode, Regarding Enforcement and Penalty.This amendment increases the overtime park-ing fine from $6 to $10.Approved Operator’s Licenses as requested.Approved September 2008 Revenue &Expense Reports.Approved request to amend the premisesdescription for the Kohler Co. Class A and B

gal to blow snow into the Village streets.Helping out in these areas makes our streetscleaner and safer during the winter season.

FROM PUBLIC WORKS SUPERINTEN-DENT BRUCE NEERHOFSnow EmergencyTo find out if a snow emergency is in effect forthe Village, call 459-3881 anytime, or watchKohler Cable Channel 989. There is no parkingon village streets during a snow emergency. Asnow emergency is called when accumulation isexpected to exceed six inches. Snow emergen-cies are typically called from 8:00 AM until12:00 PM to give the snowplows an opportunityto clear the streets with no cars in the way.

SaltVillage residents are welcome to obtain saltfrom the containers located at Valley Rd andUpper Rd; Church St. and School Rd; andLower Rd and W. Riverside Dr.

Snow RemovalWinter is here. Here are some reminders onVillage snow removal ordinances and policies.Please remember to shovel your sidewalks with-in 24 hours after a snowfall event.Do not blow or shovel snow back into thestreet. Please remove vehicles from the streetwhen the plows are in operation.

Snow Removal Around KiosksIt is the residents’ responsibility to have thesnow removed around the kiosks/NDCBU(neighborhood delivery and collection boxunit)/cluster boxes. The Postal Service will notdeliver mail if the carrier is not able to reach theunit – the front as well as the backside.Someone in the unit/neighborhood needs to takethe initiative to remove the snow; or maybe theresponsibility can be shared within the unit. TheVillage is not responsible to keep these areasclear of snow.

Christmas Tree PickupChristmas trees are considered garbage becauseof the potential of lights or other ornaments thatmay be accidentally left on the tree. Residentsshould put them at the curb to be picked upwith regular garbage.

If you have any questions or concerns that youwould like to discuss with the Public WorksDepartment, you may contact our office at 459-3881 or via email [email protected].

Building PermitsA reminder that building permits are requiredfor new structures, additions, remodeling,accessory structures, pool, plumbing, electrical,HVAC, siding, roofing, fences, signs and drive-ways that encroach on right-of-way. Any ques-tions about building permits and/or permit feescan be directed to the Public Works Departmentat 459-3881.

It is necessary to have approval from KohlerCo., if stated in your property deed, and theVillage Plan Commission before constructionbegins on projects including, but not limited tofences, accessory buildings, garages, homeadditions and decks. Guidelines are available atthe Public Works Department that include nec-essary items for submission to Kohler Co. andthe Village Plan Commission.

FROM RECREATION DIRECTOR SUSIEWANDSCHNEIDERVillage pool HoursOpen swim hours will be as follows:Winter Pool Schedule

Open Swim - Saturday and Sunday 2:00-4:30pm, Lap swimming 3:30-4:30 pmTuesday and Thursday 4:30-6:30 pm

FAMILY FUN NIGHT AT THE POOLBring your favorite floating toys and watch amovie on the wall of the pool. Join us onFriday, December 12 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Fee—

Village Meetings Scheduled for December12/3 Public Library Board 4:00 pm

(at Library)12/8 Property Committee 4:45 pm12/8 Finance Committee 5:00 pm12/9 Tourism Promotion &

Development 4:15 pm12/11 Planning Commission 4:30 pm12/15 Village Board 7:00 pm

All meetings are held at the Kohler VillageHall, 319 Highland Drive, unless otherwiseindicated.

FROM CLERK/TREASURER LAURIELINDOWNomination Papers for Spring ElectionMonday, December 1, 2008, is the first day tocirculate nomination papers for the 2009 SpringElection. Nomination papers are available atthe Village Offices during regular businesshours or on-line at http://elections.state.wi.us.The due date for filing nomination papers isTuesday, January 6, 2009, by 5:00 pm. Allterms begin on April 21, 2009, and are for twoyears. The following offices are to be elected tosucceed the present incumbents listed:

Village President – Tom LeonhardtVillage Trustee – John EganVillage Trustee – William KunstVillage Trustee – Tom Gast

If you have any questions regarding nomina-tion papers, please contact the Village Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 920-459-3873. The SpringPrimary, if needed, will be held on Tuesday,February 17, 2009, and the Spring Election willbe held on Tuesday, April 7, 2009.

Office HoursThe Village Offices will be closed fromWednesday, December 24 through Friday,December 26 in observance of Christmas. TheVillage Offices will be open on Wednesday,December 31 in order to collect property taxpayments. Regular office hours are Monday –Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm.

FROM POLICE CHIEF BILLRUTTENTrick or Treat UpdateThe Kohler Police Department is happy to saythat we were able to provide over 500 glownecklaces to the trick-or-treaters in the villageon Halloween night. The glow necklaces wentfast and many good comments were receivedfrom the residents about this program. Thepolice department wants Halloween to be a funand safe activity for the families of the Villageof Kohler and this helped that cause. We willbe handing out the glow necklaces again nextyear.

Driving ConditionsNow that winter is back upon us, we all have toremember to drive more carefully. Even thoughsome vehicles seem to handle better in thesnowy conditions, remember to give yourselfmore distance between vehicles when stopping.Big SUVs can get going faster with 4-wheeldrive, but have the same problems stopping onslick roads. Snow banks can reduce visibility,so be aware of pedestrians. If a vehicle isparked outside, remember to clear the win-dows. Proper visibility is extremely important,especially with children crossing the streetsearly in the morning. Also, remember that get-ting ready in the winter takes more time, so toavoid having to rush, plan ahead.

Snow is on the WayThe Village of Kohler doesn’t have winterparking regulations like many other communi-ties with parking on the even or odd side of thestreet throughout the winter months. That istypically done so if it snows the communitiescan completely clear the streets after the snow-storms over two days. Instead, we just rely onresidents moving their vehicles promptly aftersnowstorms. Also, just a reminder that it is ille-


Fabulous Fondues at CraverieDecember, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.Craverie Chocolatier Café Enjoy a heavenly pot of peppermint white chocolatefondue with cookies, pretzels and freshly mademarshmallows for dipping. $10. 920-208-4933

Holiday Customer Service CenterDecember 1-24The Shops at WoodlakeConcierge on-site for gift suggestions, complimenta-ry gift-wrapping and Toys for Tots collection center.12/1-12/23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 12/24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Happy Special at Salon at Sports CoreDecember 1-14Salon at Sports CoreEnjoy a complimentary heat infusion skin treatmentfrom Thermasoft during select services. Thermasoftis a deep heat therapy treatment for silky, soft handsand feet.

Tuesday TastesDecember 2, 6-7:30 p.m.Woodlake MarketRebecca Turley of Majestic Fine Wines will be join-ing us this evening where we will be pairing holidaywines with cheeses. $10. Registration suggested920-457-6570.

DESTINATION KOHLER CALENDAR OF EVENTSKohler Waters Spa Shopping DayDecember 3, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.Enjoy complimentary hot cider and cookies all daywhile shopping for the holidays. Take 30% off al sig-nature Hollyhock, Waters and John Michael Kohlerfor Him bath and body products and logo'd apparelincluding spa robes, hats and tranquility towels. Call920-457-7777 for more information.

Holiday Open HouseDecember 4, 4:30-7:30 p.m.Woodlake MarketStop by during this open house to sample new andunique appetizers, foods and beverages that aresure to be a hit at your holiday party. Complimentary.

Visit with SantaDecember 6, 1-3 p.m.The Nursery Window

Reiki SeminarDecember 6, 1 p.m.IntentionsLearn about healing energy at our free seminar. Call920-457-9543 for reservations.

December FeaturedEventsYoga On The Lake Special EventsLocated at The Shops at Woodlake 12/13 De-Stress Your Holidays with Yoga,11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Fee: $30 SC Members-$2512/21 Celebrating the Solstice, 4-6 p.m.Fee: $27 SC Members-$2212/31 New Year’s Eve Rock ‘n’ Roll VinyasaClass, 10 p.m.-MidnightFee: $60 SC Members-$50Call 920-453-2817 to register or visit thereception desk at Yoga on the Lake.

The 2009 schedule of SaturdayDemonstration Kitchen sessions is nowavailable. Home chefs and culinarians alikewill be inspired by the chefs of The Kitchensof Kohler. On the heels of the Kohler Food andWine Experience, Kohler chefs continue toeducate guests from January through April withinteractive cooking demonstrations, tastings,wine pairings and cooking tips.

The Demonstration Kitchen is a culinaryclassroom with a functional kitchen centrallylocated in The Shops at Woodlake Kohler nextto Ann Sacks Tile. The Kitchen seats up to 40people allowing for comfortable and candid

interaction between the guests and the chefs.Each session includes a chef-selected wine,beer, liquor, tea or coffee pairing tocomplement the cuisine.

Two sessions will be offered Saturdays at 11a.m. and 2 p.m. from January 3 through April25. All sessions are priced at $25 each, orattend with a companion at two for $40. Thepresentation will last approximately one hourand includes beverages and food tastings.

For reservations call (920) 457-8000 or tollfree at (800) 344-2838 and ask forDemonstration Kitchen reservations. Acomplete schedule of programs is available at

2009 Demonstration Kitchen Schedule ofInteractive Cooking Demonstrations Announced

Jan 3Chef Christopher Thee – Blackwolf Run, ChefGary Wigand – Whistling StraitsChef Benjamin Sommerfeldt – The WisconsinRoom, Chef Lenny Sorce – RiverbendSIGNATURE DISHES OF DESTINATIONKOHLERSIGNATURE DISHES OF WHISTLING STRAITSRESTAURANTA WISCONSIN ROOM FAVORITEA MEMORABLE DESSERT CLASSIC FROMRIVERBEND

Jan 10Pastry Chef Richard Palm – The American ClubSTRUDELS AND STREUSELS

Jan 17Chef Dan Dries, Special Events – The AmericanClubChef John Beauvais, Garde Manger – TheAmerican Club HEALTHY MEDITERRANEAN

Jan 24Chef Gary Wigand – Whistling StraitsHEARTY CHOWDERS FOR COLD WINTERDAYS

Jan 31Chef Paul Shimon – CucinaGARLIC AND OIL – ESSENTIAL FOODS OFITALY

Feb 7Chocolatier Karen Saberniak – CraverieMegan Turk, Manager – CraverieSWEETS FOR YOUR SWEETHEART

Feb 14Chef Doug Stieber, Head Baker – The AmericanClub THE AMERICAN CLUB COOKIES AND BIS-COTTI TOO!

Feb 21Chef Benjamin Sommerfeldt – The WisconsinRoomBRUNCH FAVORITES FROM THE WISCONSINROOM

Feb 28Rod Markus, President and Tea Master, TheRare Tea CellarChef Lenny Sorce – RiverbendPastry Chef Richard Palm – The American ClubTEAS FROM RARE TEA CELLARS

March 7Chef Paul Smitala – Blackwolf RunMAPLE SYRUP DEMONSTRATION

March 14Sean McMullen, Manager – The Horse & PlowChef Joe Austreng – The Horse & PlowBREWTOPIA – PERFECT BEER AND FOODPAIRINGS

2009 Demonstration Kitchen Schedule

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This month Kohler Original RecipeChocolates proudly features Peppermint WhiteChocolate Fondue, Peppermint Meltaway, EggNog Truffle and Buttered Rum Truffle.

These products have been developed withthe holidays in mind! The Peppermint WhiteChocolate Fondue is cookies, pretzels, andfreshly made marshmallows all to be dipped ina heavenly pot of peppermint white chocolate.

The Peppermint Meltaway is peppermintand milk chocolate perfectly balanced to meltin your mouth. An Egg Nog Truffle is a whitechocolate shell filled with an egg nog ganacheto warm any cold day! Buttered Rum is filledwith special rum ganache surrounded by whitechocolate.

The seasonal offerings from Kohler OriginalRecipe Chocolates are available exclusively toguests of Craverie. Sure to become new holidayfavorites for friends and family. Craverie islocated at 725D Woodlake Dr. in The Shops atWoodlake. All other Kohler Original RecipeChocolates can be found online atwww.KOHLERchocolates.com. CraverieChocolatier Café hours: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily.

Positive PotentialDecember 9, 6:30 p.m.IntentionsJoin our discussion group to exchange ideas andshare positive influences. Free. Call 920-457-9543.

Beer Maker Dinner Series - Goose Island BeerCompanyDecember 11 from 6:30-9 p.m.Horse & PlowJoin the festivities as the chef prepares an eveningfeaturing a five-course menu paired with a variety ofsuperbly crafted brews. The beer maker will be onhand to share tips and information to help you tastedifferent beer styles and create some memorablepairings for your next dinner party. $55 per person,inclusive of tax and gratuity.

Holiday Cookie DecoratingDecember 13, 1-3 p.m.Woodlake Market Atrium CaféKids ages 12 and under can stop in and decorate aholiday cookie! While supplies last. Complimentary.

Horse-drawn carriage ridesDecember 13 & 20, 1-3 p.m.The Shops at WoodlakeComplimentary. Call 920-459-1713 for information.

Dog SleddingDecember 27, 9-11 a.m.Explore the outdoors on a dog sled! Up to four peo-ple are pulled by 12 dogs at the Kohler ExperientialLearning Center. Event is weather permitting. $20per person per ride for approximately 10 minutes.

New Year’s Eve Gala & Celebration PackageDecember 31, 7 p.m.-1 a.m. The American ClubCelebrate New Year’s Eve with an overnight packagefor two guests at The American Club. Packageincludes the New Year’s Eve dance with open barfrom 10-1 p.m.. Package prices start at $176.50.Package including the reception, dinner and dancefrom 7:30 p.m.-1 a.m. with overnight accommoda-tions at The American Club starts at $277.50.

My Favorite Things - Chocolate Shop & SpaPackageAvailable Sunday-Thursday through March 31, 2009This package includes a $50 Shops at Woodlake giftcertificate; a two-course lunch, non-alcoholic bever-age, and two Kohler Original Recipe Chocolates atthe Craverie Chocolatier Café; and a 50-MinuteChocolate Pedicure at Kohler Waters Spa. $150 perperson. Price includes gratuity and tax.

March 21Chef Doug Stieber, Head Baker – The AmericanClubLAHVOSH, BREADSTICKS & SCONES

March 28Pastry Chef Richard Palm – The American ClubTARTS FOR ALL TO ENJOY!

April 11Teo Zagroba, Beverage ManagerAndrew Stockel, Food & Beverage ManagerPAIRING FOOD AND WINE

April 18Executive Sous Chef Ryan Anderson – TheAmerican ClubAMERICAN SPRINGTIME LAMB

April 25Chef Ulrich Koberstein, Group Director-CulinaryArts-Destination KOHLER Executive Sous Chef Ryan Anderson – TheAmerican ClubChef Gary Wigand – Whistling Straits, Chef PaulShimon – CucinaWISCONSIN CHEESES

www.DestinationKohler.com. Schedule andchef participation are subject to change.

Special Holiday Offer for Friends & FamilyAs a valued Village of Kohler resident pleaseenjoy a special offer for accommodations inDecember at The American Club and therecently renovated Inn on Woodlake resorthotels. Special rates: $105 for a Prairie Guest

Room at the Inn on Woodlake from December1-30, and $145 for a Standard Guest Room atThe American Club from December 23-26.For reservations and moreinformation call800-344-2838. Rates based onavailability.

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