Category: Entertainment

Bowling With The Countryside Kids

By: Krandon Crites Dhi Media 4-H Writer ANTWERP – The Countryside Kids decided to go bowling at Pin-A-Rama on December 3, 2022 for a Christmas party. This place was also known as the Antwerp Bowling Alley a couple months ago until they renovated it to Pin-A-Rama. If you would like to check it out, it…

POLAR EXPRESS COMES TO ANTWERP

Last Sunday, December 11th, The Holly Beach splash pad committee hosted their Polar Express event, and it was a magical experience for everyone involved.  Children of all ages came together to enjoy Christmas fun while raising funds for Antwerp’s very own splash pad. Grant’s Catering generously donated their venue!  We are so thankful for our Antwerp…

Village of Payne Jolly Jamboree

Over 100 children joined in on The Village of Payne’s Annual Jolly Jamboree event this last Saturday, December 3rd.  The Payne Event Committee, composed of the Payne Ministerial Association, the Payne Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Austin Scheiner and several Council members, along with some local residents all collaborated with local businesses to create a Village…

DEDICATION CEREMONY SET AT THE HUBER OPERA HOUSE

The Huber Opera House cordially invites you to attend a Dedication Celebration at the Huber on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at 2:30 p.m. followed by a reception.  The Huber has been blessed with many passionate volunteers and contributors over the past 25 years and the Board of Directors would like to celebrate their dedication to…

Antwerp’s Business Lighting Contest Begins!

Antwerp Chamber of Commerce has announced that the Business Lighting Contest began on November 30, 2022. Take a look at the businesses in Antwerp and pick which one you think best displays the spirit of the holiday season. The following businesses have registered and will be on the “official ballot”: West Bend News and Printing,…

Christmas Concert at West Milford Church of Christ

On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., the West Milford Church of Christ will be hosting a Christmas Concert.  Performing will be Gospel Artists, The Craguns. This will be during regular worship service and a special love offering will be taken. The Craguns are a dynamic, family group, comprised of husband and wife, Jordan…

Museum Announces Festival of Trees Winners

The John Paulding Historical Society has named the winners of its recent Festival of Trees and the dates and theme for next year’s event. The 27th Festival of Trees ran Nov. 4-12 with more than 1,200 people attending. The Smith Family from Antwerp won the prize for the tree most closely following the theme, “Let…

PAULDING JH VISIT CAMP CLAY

The Paulding Junior High seventh graders went on a field trip to Camp Clay in September with the financial support from the Cooper Family. The 100 students that attended the field trip enjoyed several outdoor activities planned by the staff of Camp Clay. The students participated in team building activities, canoeing, zip-lining, gaga ball, 9…

John Paulding Historical Society Essay Contest Winners

John Paulding Historical Society in Paulding held its first student essay contest in conjunction with its recent Festival of Trees. More than 50 entries were submitted by county sixth-graders on “What Christmas Means to Me.” Luke Stoller from Divine Mercy School placed first. Tying for second place were Jeriyah Orona from Grover Hill Elementary, Makenna…

Christmas at the Old Fort

Welcome the holidays with fun and festivities at the Old Fort!  Enjoy learning how Christmas was celebrated during the 1700s and 1800s.  Visit with the artisans and see their hand-crafted items.  Pick up a sweet treat from the bake sale and check out the Old Fort merchandise. Warm up by the fire as we deck…

Hicksville Splash Pad Closer to Reality

A group of Hicksville Elementary students are ready to use the planned Splash Pad which is closer to reality with donations of $100,000 from The Jim Schmidt Family of Dealerships (Jim & Karen Schmidt) and  $100,000 from Arc Solutions Incorporated (Dennis & Sheryl Vetter and Scott Vetter). Betty Guilford recently presented the Hicksville Community Fund with…