Norwalk’s winter reading program underway

By Jesica Helgren | Norwalk Public Library director The Norwalk Public Library’s winter reading program, “S’mitten with Books,” is in full swing!  You can join any time between now and March 8 to log the books you’ve read and win prizes! All ages are welcome to...

Wilton Public Library to host events

By Kelly Lupton | Wilton Public Library director The following events will be offered at the Wilton Public Library:  • 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 31: Current-Events Discussion Group • 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4: Board-Game Club • 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4: Book Club for...

Seeing Stars: Warm-colored artificial light improves night vision

By Susan Cushing | Kickapoo Dark-Sky Initiative We can finally see the end of January, and none too soon. Cold, wet, no snow, or not enough to enjoy, and erratic temperatures are all reasons to be glad it is almost over. But above us, the planets are still putting on...

Wilton Public Library to host events, activities

By Kelly Lupton | Wilton Public Library director The following activities are coming up at the Wilton Public Library:  • 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 22: Current-Events Discussion Group • 12:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22: Book Club for Adults with Special Needs • 4 p.m....

Ontario, 1915

This 1915 photo depicts the road from Hillsboro into Ontario, past the Charles Lord house (a pillared house that's still in place), as the road turns the corner into Ontario. (Photo courtesy of Bob Breidenstein)

Kendall meal site, ADRC honor veterans

The Monroe County Aging and Disability Resource Center honored veterans with a free meal on Veterans Day at the Kendall Meal Site (left to right): Francis Trepes, Doug Rogalla, Don Yahnke and Jim Small. (Contributed photo)

Seeing Stars: An aspect of poor lighting is glare

By Susan Cushing | Kickapoo Dark Sky Initiative I’m learning about good lighting now because our dark skies are being affected by excessive and poorly designed lighting, and the stars are disappearing behind a haze of light. One aspect of poor lighting is glare. I’d...

Senior menus for Nov. 25–29

Kendall and Norwalk meal sites Call 463-7622 (Kendall) or 343-3158 (Norwalk) by noon one day before to reserve a meal. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. One-percent milk is served with each meal. Note: The Wilton meal site closed permanently Sept. 6. Monday, Nov....

Seeing Stars: Cold nights bring clear skies

By Susan Cushing | Kickapoo Dark-Sky Initiative Mid-November always feels like the beginning of winter to me, even though autumn lasts on the calendar into December. The cold nights bring clear skies, which make excellent conditions for star gazing. This month,...

Wilton Public Library to host events in November

By Kelly Lupton | Wilton Public Library director The following activities are coming up at the Wilton Public Library:  • 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 15: Current–Events Discussion Group • 12:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15: Book Club for Adults with Special Needs • 4:30...

Author to speak at Westby Performing Arts Center

By Rachel Conner | Ontario Public Library director Renowned Wisconsin author Jennifer Chiaverini will speak at the Westby Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, for the eighth annual Vernon County Reads. A book signing by the author will follow,...

Senior menus for Nov. 11–15

Kendall and Norwalk meal sites Call 463-7622 (Kendall) or 343-3158 (Norwalk) by noon one day before to reserve a meal. Suggested donation is $4 per meal. One-percent milk is served with each meal. Note: The Wilton meal site closed permanently Sept. 6. Monday, Nov....

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