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From the Editor-news and notes

The July 4th Parades and Fireworks were fantastic this year. The parade routes were filled and the parks were packed while watching the night sky light up in fabulous colors. The 56th Annual Lakewood Mardi Gras was great no matter what how hot the weather was, 110 degrees in the shade. Friday night was the Old Timers baseball game. The kids turned out to ride the rides and have their favorite Mardi Gras treats. Saturday was the start of the annul 2 day baseball tournament between the Lakewood and Townsend ball fields. And Sunday, was the annual Mardi Gras Parade. Attendance was low throughout the weekend due to the extreme heat but everyone did have fun. I would like to thank Yana Holdener for taking the photos of the Mardi Gras weekend events. She did a great job. Watch for more of her work to appear on future pages. What Did We Ever Do Without It ? Google recently announced a new social media link called Google +. How many of you jumped from your daily postings on Facebook to Google +. Did you get your invite or are you still waiting for more of them to open up? I got in and find it is a bit tricky to get around but I hope to figure it out as time permits. Thoughts and prayers: to the family of Chris Goetz and, Mary Weyers, Roger Smith, and to those whose lives were touched by theirs. Get Well Wishes to all of our friends and neighbors. UPCOMING EVENTS; See page 19 for all of the August monthly events scheduled. The weather Its SUMMER and dont we all know it. Weve had some high and low temps mixed with high humidity. What that means, its been hot and steamy. Our family and friends in the Chicagoland area, about one million of them, went without power for over 12 hours on July 11th. A storm blew through knocking down high lines and trees for many miles and it only took a short while for all of it to happen. No, there wasnt a tornado but Im sure some might have thought so. Just very high winds. August Birthday Wishes to all of our friends and neighbors; to my kid sister Laura who turns 50. I wish I could be there to celebrate with her. My niece Melissa Goodenough, Gas prices have gone down actually but not as much as they were a year ago. Theyve gone from $4 plus down to $3.79 and a penny or two of more or less. To find out where the best price for gas is locally and regionally, go to www.Gasbuddy.com Go to our website and just click to read at www.thetimbernews.com for updated news and photos. And, be sure to stop by our page on Facebook. The Timber News. Join in or start a new discussion.

The Pine Needle Quilters met June 28, with 31 members present and 2 guest. A ice cream social was held which was a special treat. Joan Hansen reported we have 50 members who have paid their dues for the following year. Sheila Hixon showed a quilt we could make for the raffle quilt for 2012 quilt show, she will ask permission for us to do so. We were reminded that Sept. will be apron month. We are to bring old or new aprons to show off and wear one to the meeting. For every apron we bring in, our name will be put in for a drawing. We were also reminded of "My Christmas Memory", challenge due at our Christmas party in Dec. There will be a program at Tabor Lutheran Church in Mountain on Sat. August 20 at 2:00p.m. Feed Sack's Yesterday's Cherished Fabric, will be presented by Darlene Kronschnabel of Depere. This is being sponsored by Mountain Historical Society. Barb Strohschine gave a demo of a small purse with a zipper. She will be available at the August 1 sewing session if anyone needs help making it. Show n' Tell was held, with many beautiful quilts. We meet at the Breed Community Bldg. Regular meeting the third Monday of the month, at 7p.m. Sewing session the first Monday of the month at 12:30p.m. for the summer months. New members are welcome.

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Swim Program 2011

For the past two weeks, 44 children learned how to be safe as well as have fun in the water, while getting great swimming instruction at Wheeler Lake. Daniel Goetz and Tami Goetz, along with several graduated students, and a few Lioness, taught children ages five and up to not only swim, but how to be safe in the water. The McCaslin Lioness are proud to be able to provide this service to the children in the community, and thank Daniel, Tami, and all who participated in the program

2011/2012 Officers and Board of Directors

Front row: Lillian Williamson, Board; MaryEllen Greiten, Membership; Judy Campshure, President; Sandy Panacek, Secretary. Back row: Sharon Hallam, Skirt Twister; Sharn Fowle, Treasurer; Delores Gottschalk, Lioness Tamer; Linda Vandenlangenberg, Board; Karen Czyzweski, Board; Bernice Stone, Board; Kerry Bailey, Board; Patty Earnest, Vice President.

New Members
Mary VanderVeren, sponsoring Kathy Ott; Terri Severson, with sponsor Jean Gerndt To become a member of the McCaslin Lioness contact Member Chairperson Mary Ellen Grieten at 715-276-9606

Scholarship Recipients
The McCaslin Lioness Club is very please to introduce the 2011 scholarship recipients. Jordan Smith, Suring H.S. attending ITT Tech Danielle Hartman, Wabeno H.S., attending Nicolet Tech Missing: Breanna Grimsic, White Lake H.S. attending the Salon Professional Academy

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July 21 - Laona, WI - Blackwell JCCCC will be hosting an Open House Event on Friday, August 5, 2011 in Laona, WI. The public is invited to attend this annual event and find out what goes on at the Blackwell Job Corps Center. Come out and tour our education and trade training facilities and while you are here have lunch on us. There will be free door prizes, free lunch and games for the kids. This will be a wonderful time to highlight the students and all of their achievements while at Job Corps. The tours will begin at 9:00 a.m. running every fifteen minutes with the last tour taking place at 2:30 p.m. Lunch will be a cookout with burgers, bratwursts and all the sides and will begin at 11:45 a.m. and run until 12:45 p.m. Question and Answer sessions will take place at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. for any questions you might have about our educational and trade training programs. No need to call ahead, just come out and join us for some good family fun. The Blackwell JCCCC is associated with the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The Blackwell Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center serves 205 students. The USDA Forest Service operates 28 Job Corps Civilian Conservation Centers across 18 states with a capacity of 6,200 students. For more information, visit: http://www.jobcorps.gov/ The mission of the USDA Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nations forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The Agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to State and private landowners, and maintains the largest forestry research organization in the world. The Blackwell Job Corps Center is located in Laona, WI. For more information on the Center, please call (715)674-2311 or visit the website at http://blackwell.jobcorps.gov

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My Journey By Bonnie Vrchota

In my last column, I wrote about exercises for the obese or overweight. This month Id like to continue that idea with a little more encouragement. Stick with a program even if it takes weeks to months to see big results. Work at a comfortable level to start. Each time try to do a little more, even if its adding just a few reps. Change your diet and eat 1-2 salads a day with Romaine lettuce, not iceberg. Romaine has more fiber, protein, Vitamins A & C, calcium and iron. Use Extra Virgin Olive Oil and tasty vinegar for a dressing. The magic ratio of oil to vinegar is three parts oil to one part vinegar. Try white vinegar or a specialty vinegar like balsamic or raspberry. The darker green veggies are more nutritious for you. Add asparagus, broccoli, carrots (raw), spinach, beet greens, kale, collards, dandelion greens, Swiss chard, garlic and zucchini to your menu. The chair exercises are total body workouts that target the upper and lower body. You may want to invest in some ankle weights for more resistance and dumbbells or bands for intensity. After you are comfortable with these exercises, try doing them on a ball for more core and balance action. Visit this site for the chair exercises/photos & more info: http:// www.exercisefortheobese.com/exercises-for-the-obese

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A Word or Two From Dr. Adam

Back Pain Prevention Back injuries are a part of everyday life. They can cause a sharp pain or a dull ache and can be accompanied by a tingling, numbness, or burning sensation. You may also feel weakness, pain, or tingling in your pelvis and upper lega condition known as sciatica. The spine is quite good at dealing with back injuries. Minor injuries usually heal within a day or two. Some pain, however, continues. What makes it last longer is not entirely understood, but researchers suspect that stress, mood changes, and the fear of further injury may prevent patients from being active and exacerbate the pain. Tips for Back Pain Prevention: Maintain a healthy diet and weight. Remain active. Avoid prolonged inactivity or bed rest. Warm up or stretch before exercising or other physical activities, such as gardening. Maintain proper posture. Wear comfortable, low-heeled shoes. Sleep on a mattress of medium firmness to minimize any curve in your spine. Lift with your knees, keep the object close to your body, and do not twist when lifting. Quit smoking. Smoking impairs blood flow, resulting in oxygen and nutrient deprivation to spinal tissues. Work with your doctor of chiropractic to ensure that your workstation is ergonomically correct.

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New at the Lakes Country Public Library

ONE WORLD, MANY STORIESis the theme this summer at the Lakes Country Public Library *Stop in the library to sign up, then bring in your slip each week for a prize. Kids of all ages may read (or be read to). Participate for 5 weeks and receive a book!! *Our activity table featuring crafts from around the world. We have coloring pages and crayons for littler ones. Prepare to use your imagination! Stop in any time -- the activity table is available whenever the library is open, all summer.

Hunn New Books for Adults Darling Dahlias & the Naked Ladies Susan Albert Summer Rental - Mary Kay Andrews No Rest for the Dead - David Baldacci The Secret Mistress - Mary Balogh Pavement Chalk Artist - Julian Beever The Autobiography of Mrs. Tom Thumb - Melanie Benjamin Long Gone - Alafair Buke Heaven is for Real - Todd Burpo Lakes Country Book Club meets at 11:00 Ghost Story - Jim Butcher on the first Thursday of the month. NEW MEMBERS are always welcome. Multiple Plugged - Eoin Colfer Split Second - Catherine Coulter copies of the books are available at the All the Pretty Hearses - Mary Daheim library. Upcoming Discussions: August 4 at Waubee Lake Lodge at 11:00Summer at Seaside Cove - Jacquie "The Last Time I Saw You" by Elizabeth D'Alessandro Berg. The book discussion will be folUndead and Undermined - Mary Davidson lowed by the Christmas luncheon and Escape - Barbara Delinsky white elephant exchange. Blood of the Reich - William Dietrich The Last Werewolf - Glen Duncan Dietary Books The library has books that can help you The Nightmare Thief - Meg Gardiner with special dietary needs. Recent addiThe Ideal Man - Julie Garwood The Silent Girl - Tess Gerritsen tions include: Superfoods: The Healthiest Foods on the Heart of Evil - Heather Graham Planet by Tonia Reinhard Eyes Wide Open - Andrew Gross Hit List - Laurell Hamilton The American Dietetic Association- Easy Gluten-Free by Tricia Thompson Always Something There to Remind Gluten-Free on a Shoestring by Nicole Me - Beth Harbison Book Sale If you have gently used books and videos to donate for the sale, please bring them to the library anytime. The Friends of the library will be having a book & video sale during the Labor Day weekend at the library. Friday, September 2- 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm Saturday, September 3- 9:00 am until 2:00 pm

Iron House - John Hart You're Next - Gregg Hurwitz Quinn - Iris Johansen Hotwire - Alex Kava Ellis Island - Kate Kerrigan Death at the Chateau Bremont - M.L. Longworth Robert Ludlum's-The Bourne Domin ion - Eric lustbader A Dance with Dragons - George Mar tin English Tea Murder - Leslie Meier Creed's Honor - Linda Miller Dreams of the Dead - Perri O'Shaugh nessy Merciless - Diana Palmer Justice - Karen Robards The Devil Colony - James Rollins Burnt Mountain - Anne Rivers Sid dons Portrait of a Spy - Daniel Silva Flashback - Dan Simmons Happy Birthday - Danielle Steel Never Knowing - Chevy Stevens Maine - J. Courtney Sullivan Then Came You - Jennifer Weiner

Hours:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Wednesday and Friday Saturday

Sunday

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Closed

P O Box 220 Lakewood, WI 54138 Ph: 715-276-9020 Fax: 715-276-7151

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Goetz, Christopher Allen, June 28 1951 -June 24 2011; Chris (as he was known to all) was born and raised in Two Rivers and was a graduate of Washington High School. Having a great affinity for the kitchen and an enduring love for history, Chris orchestrated caterings during the warm summer months and taught children the importance of the American Civil War during the school months. He was the second of three children born to the late Sarah and Dr. Allen A Goetz. His brother, Cameron Goetz, and sister, the late Jodell Goetz. Chris' memory will be forever treasured by his brother, Cameron; his children, Kelly-Rose Carper, Daniel, Kaitlin and Rebecca Goetz; his grandson, Cade Tynusz; doting uncle and godfather, The Rev. Arthur Goetz and his wife, Lois; nephew, Cameron Goetz; former wife, Tami Goetz; and a vast network of friends and family stretching far beyond even the borders of his country. Whether as an acquaintance or as a lifelong friend, Chris left a lasting and positive effect on everyone as well as everything that he came into contact with. After traveling the United States in his youth, he settled in Lakewood, where he pursued many carriers of passion. He loved to reenact historical impersonations of people who lived during the American Civil War and the early logging communities of northern Wisconsin. Being a wizard with a spatula, he catered many local weddings and family gatherings. He provided several generations of children with the knowledge of "Safe Fun" while in the water during a Lioness swim class, along with entertaining everyone he meet with a story or two, and most recently taught an abundance of skill sets to children at Camp U-Nah-Li-Ya. His hobbies included, but were never limited to, reading, writing, gardening, long hikes into the wilderness, household projects, and spending time with family and friends. Chris is remembered as greeting everyone with that bear hug that made you feel on top of the world. Because of his kind and helpful nature, Chris's presence was desired and appreciated by all. His humorous good nature and brimming smile never faded and its memory will live on. Friends and family were invited to attend a memorial service on the property that Chris cherished so much, 13356 Waubee Lake Drive, Lakewood, on Wednesday, June 29, 2011, from 10 a.m. until memorial service at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Chris' memory be sent to Lakes Country Public Library, 15235 Highway 32, Lakewood, WI 54138 Roger "Pidge" Gerald Smith (1929 - 2011), Wabeno, went to his heavenly resting place on June 25, 2011, at the age of 81. Roger better known as "Pidge' was born in Wabeno July 6, 1929, to William and Vera (Bull) Smith; he was one of 13 children. Roger attended Wabeno Schools until 11th grade; then it was time to explore the world. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and did his tour in Europe. He married Suzette (Calhoun) on June 21, 1969. Roger worked for many years as a route driver for Schlafke's Bakery, ran his own business "Smitty's LP', drove school bus; where everyone knew him as the candyman and also worked on small engines. Roger loved to take his girls fishing and hunting, spending time with his three grandchildren and loved playing the Lottery, scratch offs were his game. Roger and Sue loved making crafts and doing craft shows. He loved shooting the breeze with who ever would listen. Roger will be missed by everyone who knew him. Sadly missed by his old friend "Beno', "You got your wish old friend may you rest in peace.' The girls at NuRoc will miss his bright shirts and pants. To the girls at NuRoc, thanks for the daily care. Roger is survived by his wife, Suzette (Calhoun); two daughters, Wendi (Jerry) Biever, Random Lake; Tina (George) Knepprath, Random Lake; three grandchildren, Alisha and Brandon Biever and Bryan Smith; three sisters, Joyce Liesener, Wabeno; Dorothy (Don) Draper, Sussex; Catherine Myelle, Wabeno; four brothers, George (Dianna) Smith, Wabeno; John Smith, Wabeno; Norbert (Frankie) Smith, Milwaukee; Don (Joan) Smith, Milwaukee. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Vera; brothers, Mel, Bill, Ernie, Robert and Francis. A gathering of family and friends was held on Saturday, July 2, from 9 a.m. until noon at Bethel Baptist Church, Wabeno. Memorial service followed at noon, with Pastor Dennis Larson officiating. Inurnment was held in the Laona Cemetery. Weber-Hill Funeral Home, Wabeno assisted the family with the arrangements. Online condolences at www.weberhillfuneralhome.com

"When I was born everyone was happy and smiling, I was the only one crying. When I died, everyone was sad and crying, I was the only one happy and smiling.'

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Our Friends at Church

St. John Lutheran Church, Townsend Services are held: Service times Sat. 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m.. The Christian Food Pantry is always in need of food and/or cash donations. Right now we are short on canned meats like stew or lunch meat, canned spaghetti, varieties of soups, canned fruit like fruit cocktail and pineapple, peas, carrots, potato flakes, pasta noodles, macaroni, and rice. Please bring these offerings and place them in the shopping cart in the church entryway. Thank you. First Presbyterian Church, Lakewood, Wabeno & Laona Forest Larger Parish office-715-473-3603 St. Marys of the Lake Catholic Church Students who wish to participate in the Youth Group, call for details. 276-7364. Upper Room Family Church, Service Time: 6:00PM Sunday, 715-276-3255; Pastor: Wm. Shane Wheeler Temporarily meeting at the Lakewood Presbyterian Church Hwy 32 in Lakewood; Childrens Sunday School and Adult Bible Studies

St. Marys of the Lake

Saturday Masses-Silver Cliff 5:30 p.m.; Lakewood 4 p.m. Sunday Masses-Lakewood 9:00; Crooked Lake 7:30 a.m. Weekday Masses-Tuesday thru Friday Lakewood 8:30 a.m. Parish Picnic August 21, 2011 Rev. Jason Blahnik, Pastor

Forest Larger Parish First Presbyterian Church

Service Times
Laona---Sun.56:00 p.m. Lakewood ---Sunday 8:00 a.m. Wabeno---Sunday 10:00 a.m. Church School During Service Lakewood & Wabeno & Laona Parish Office-4347 N. Branch St., Wabeno 715-473-3603 Lakewood 1552 Hwy 32 Pastors Dennis & Wendy Mannering

St. Ambrose Catholic Church-Wabeno Saturday4 p.m. Sunday10:30 a.m. St. Marys of the Lake 15232 Cty. Rd F Lakewood, WI 54138

Stephen Mueller, Pastor

Scott P. Wycherley, D.C.E.

Service Times Saturday 5:30; Sunday 9 am

Bible Classes: Wed. Breakfast 7am, Thur. 10 am, Men's Class Thur. 7 pm Vacation Bible School August 15 - 19 Fish Fry August 26 Call for details: 715-276-7214

Website: www.stjohn-townsend.org

Our Redeemers Lutheran Church E.L.C.A.

Sunday Worship Service-8:45 a.m.
Sunday School9:30 a.m.

Holy Communion First and Third Sundays

11005 Hwy M Suring, WI 54174 (Three miles east of Suring)

920-842-2039

Pictured above are most of the officers and board members recently inducted. From left to right: Back row, Board members Chuck Sayre & Donne Cornell, 1st Vice Pres. Bob Brown, District Zone Chairman Jim Zittlow, Treasurer John Skvarca, Lion Tamer Don Seifert, 3rd Vice Pres. Ken Marsolek, Newsletter Chairman Raoul Schottky, Membership Committee Craig Kowalski, Front Row L to R: President Gerry Flanery, Board Member Cliff Aderholdt, & Membership Chairperson Dick Fischer. Not pictured: Past President Andy School, 2nd Vice Pres. Bob Plebanski, Secretary Hank Lipinski, Tail Twister Pete Renteria, Membership Committee Marilouise Plebanske, & Board Member Bill Greiten. The McCaslin Lions Club welcomes these officers to

their duties in the coming year.

Do you remember what it was like when you were young, when a notion, or an idea, absolutely captivated your imagination? It happened to me one night, camping out in the elm grove, adjacent to the old farmhouse I grew up in. Somehow we had acquired a couple of hammock tents, probably WWII surplus. They were hammocks you strung between trees, which had a tent like roof, with mosquito netting between said roof and the hammock. Quite a nifty idea. Not quite as comfortable as they appeared. Once I had figured out how to hang them up, of course the next thing was to spend the night in one. There I was, with a friend sound asleep a couple of trees away, wrapped up completely in one of the early science fiction books I had gotten interested in, post Tom Swift. This was the real stuff. Our country was gearing up for the space race, and anything having to do with rockets, outer space, aliens, UFOs, the planets of our solar system, interstellar travel, all had a fascinating aura about it. I cant tell you the title of the book, or short story. But I can tell you that it was about time travel, and that it preceded Back To The Future by a good 30 years. And that I was enthralled. Imagine being able to go forward, or back, in time. As a tween, all kinds of possibilities occurred to me even a lot that I really had no business thinking about. But as usual, thats another story. What impressed me most, however, were the endless possibilities of time compression and expansion, and what could happen if they really, really were possible. That boring trip over in seconds. Waiting for my next birthday? Done in an instant. Grow a rakish moustache? Hah! A snap. And Linda, the prepubescent love of my life? I would mature into that young man who would sweep her off her feet so fast it would make her head swim and her lips, mine. So in the predawn hours, out in the woods next door, my dreams awoke to the rising sun. Then a few years later, I began to actually experience time travel. Seriously. And, I believe the very same things might have happened to you, too. We go through things, do things, and have things happen to us in our lives, which separate us from our norms. The first time it happened to me I was 5 years old and had a foot operation. When I awoke from the anesthetic, there was this HUGE face, right in my face, and she had wings of white springing from the sides of her head. She was a nurse, who also happened to be a Nun. I thought I had awakened from the operation on another planet, or had died and gone to Heaven. I was misplaced. My parents werent around at the moment, and I was too young to really understand what was going on. Turned out she was human, just like me, but more so. I have nothing but good memories of the Catholic Nun nurse who made sure the little Protestant boy on the ward got all the same Easter goodies the Catholic boys got. But I really thought I had gone time traveling. Go to sleep in fear, wake up somewhere else where everything is hunky-dory. Then, I grew up. Sort of. (I still check every morning in the mirror to see if I have Adult written across my forehead. Not yet.) I joined the Navy because I didnt know what to do after high school, didnt want to be an engineering student at Purdue or Arizona, or make a career out of making plastic bags at Tower Packaging Company in Wheeling, Illinois. I went twice on what was called, at the time, West Pac Cruises. We went to war, is what we did. Protecting all of yall from the Domino Effect, which most assuredly would happen if the Communists took over South Viet Nam. So what happens when you go on a cruise in the Navy is this: you leave CONUS (Continental United States) for quite some period of time. And while you are gone, lots of things happen. And lots of those things are things of which you are unaware. Yeah, you know who gets elected; you know things about your family and friends, when they write. You hear about Winston Churchill dying and read a terrific book about him. You find out about different cultures and countries, and try to surf on Waikiki Beach, and discover the sand your Dad brought back from Midway Island during WWII is just like the sand that is there when you visit Midway Island. But there are things you dont know about, and perhaps may never. Because you time travel, and some stuff just isnt a part of your life. I know this particular instance is true because I liked Sonny & Cher a lot back then. At one point, I thought I knew everything about them, every song they wrote and sang, where they performed, their history everything. But as it turns out, I didnt. It took me about 30 years to figure this one out. Seems that while I was on my first West Pac Cruise, Sonny & Cher made their first movie. I didnt find out about it until I discovered it on cable in 1995. The movie was forgettable, but I really should have been aware of it. At first I didnt think a lot about it, but after a while, I began to wonder what else I had missed. And then I realized that it was time travel and that we all go through these things, on a regular basis. And thats when I remembered a lot of other instances of missing things. Songs and books that were missing from my memory banks? Time travel. A marriage. A divorce. A remarriage. Shoot, I thought they just dated a really long time before they got married. Time travel. Dj vu? Time travel. I had forgotten the magic of holding a newborn in my arms, as I did with my daughter oh, so many years ago. Until I did the very same thing with her daughter, not that long ago. So maybe these things arent strictly, by definition, time travel. Like Superman spinning the Earth backwards in order to reverse time and prevent Lois Lanes death. Or the Hubble space telescope literally compressing time by looking way, way out into the past. Or Michael J. Fox turning a DeLorean and teenage angst into a movie franchise. But they remind us that time is fleeting, ephemeral, tricky and impossible to retrieve, once it is gone. It reminds us to value time, to savor those things that are rare, eventful, significant and even not so significant, just because they, and our interactions with them, are unique. Even in Wisconsin.

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National Guard and Reserve Mobilized as of July 19, 2011

This week the Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard announced a decrease in activated reservists, while the Air Force announced an increase. The net collective result is 665 fewer reservists activated than last week. At any given time, services may activate some units and individuals while deactivating others, making it possible for these figures to either increase or decrease. The total number currently on active duty from the Army National Guard and Army Reserve is 71,608; Navy Reserve, 4,761; Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve, 10,055; Marine Corps Reserve, 6,096, and the Coast Guard Reserve, 776. This brings the total National Guard and Reserve personnel who have been activated to 93,296, including both units and individual augmentees.

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Jake Jacobs, an active member of the Oconto County Genealogical Society, will be the guest speaker at the 28th Annual Lakewood Reunion to be held September 24, 2011, at Waubee Lake Lodge in Lakewood, Wisconsin. Jake retired from IBM in 1994 and now has time to devote to genealogy his hobby of 25 years. He has contributed greatly to the Societys cemetery and school projects. He has researched many families in Oconto County. Jake will share tips and secrets on how to start your own research and some of the sites available to you right here in Oconto County. Dont be surprised if your family is mentioned in the presentation! Genealogy can be one of the most fascinating and rewarding pursuits of your life! The search for your ancestorswho they are, where they came from, how they livedcan be a great pasttime. It is a time consuming hobby, but in a fun way. Once you start finding clues to your past, you will want to find more. Join us at the Lakewood Reunion, September 24, 2011, at Waubee Lodge in Lakewood, Wisconsin. Social hours from 4-6 p.m, with the meal served promptly at 6 p.m. Lakewood Trivia will take place throughout the evening. Cost of the reunion is $18 per person. Please send names of those wishing to attend and check to: Rita Thielke Blazewicz, 14245 Glenwood Lane, Lakewood, Wisconsin 54138. For more information contact Rita at: 715-276-6225 or e-mail rjblaze@centurytel.net.

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OCONTO COUNTY For details see: http://www.ocontocounty.org/

Jack & Jill Softball League June 1- Aug 17 5:30PM TOWNSEND Sponsored by the Townsend Festival Committee. Games every Wednesday 5:30 P.M.-10:00 P.M. at the Townsend Ball Field. Contact Sue Rapp (715) 276-7317. Thursday, August 4-6, 2011 Sidewalk Sales & Youth Ping Pong Ball Drop (8:00AM) OCONTO Sidewalk Sales & Youth Ping Pong Ball Drop sponsored by the Oconto Area Chamber of Commerce. Business members offer special sidewalk sales and discounts. On Aug 5th the 3rd Annual ping-pong ball drop will be held. Many discounted and free items will be offered by Chamber member businesses. Come participate in the fun. Contact Ron & Kathy Hayes (920) 835-5606. Corn Roast and Family Fun Day - TOWNSEND: 800AM Raffles, children and adult games. Refreshments, food and music. Sponsored by the Townsend Flowage Association. Contact Dan (715) 276-6157. August 6, LAKEWOOD; 33rd Annual Lakes Country Arts & Crafts Show 8:00AM - 263 booths occupied by 175 crafters offering original work. Free admission and free parking. Located at Lakewood Town Hall and Activity Center. No pets allowed. Sponsored by McCaslin Lions. (715) 276-3956. Presbyterian Church BBQ - Lakewood 10:00AM - Presbyterian Church BBQ Lunch 10:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M. Contact Shirley Robe (715) 276-7455. Sunday, August 07, 2011 Pork & Beef Dinner - Lena (9:00AM - Grilled pork & beef, real mashed potatoes, sweet-sour red cabbage and pie. Located at and sponsored by Lena Fire Department. Contact Craig (920) 829-6144. Saturday, August 13, 2011 Family Fun Day/Mountain Corn Roast 8:00AM - Sponsored by the Crooked Lake/Mountain Lions Clubs. Food and refreshments. Contact Cassie Zittlow (715) 276-6196. Call for times and place. Crooked Lake Family Fun Fest 9:00AM -sponsored by Crooked Lake/Mountain Lions Club at Crooked Lake Sportsmans Club. Food & refreshment. Contact (715) 276-6196. August 14th, SURING; Mosquito Golf Classic - Suring (9:00AM - Suring Mosquito Golf Classic at Black Bear Trail Golf Course. Contact Dan Flynn at (920) 842-2118. LAKEWOOD; St. Mary's Church Annual Picnic Polka Mass 10:00AM - and Silent Auction. Contact St. Marys Church (715) 2767364. August 20th Open Bass Fishing Tournament - Townsend (8:00AM - at Markubys boat landing. Contact Terri at (715) 276-1514. 4H Youth Horse Show - Gillett (8:30AM - at Zippel Park (county fair grounds) at 8:30 A.M. Contact Paula at (920) 834-6845. August 20th; LAKEWOOD; Brat Fry -10:00AM -Brat Fry at Lakewood Super Valu sponsored by the Crooked Lake/Mountain Lions from 10:00 A.M. - 2 P.M. Saturday, August 25, 26, 27, 28 2011 Oconto County Fair Gillett; Youth non-animal exhibit judging, open class non-animal judging, youth livestock judging, dog, cat, swine, sheep, goat & beef show, rabbit & poultry judging, dairy show, sale of grand champion animals, draft horse pull, specialty small animals. 4x4 truck, farm tractor, ATV & modified lawn tractor pulls. Showmanship awards program, Calkins carnival midway, commercial exhibits, food & refreshments. No gate fee. Some grandstand events have a nominal admission charge. Located at Zippel & Honey Parks. Contact Ken Harter (920) 846-2046. During the fair contact the onsite fair office at (920) 855-6577. August 27th-Beer Tasting - Lakewood 10:00AM - Beer Tasting Lakewood Pirates of the Northwoods PHC Beer Tasting - Huge selection of beer from around the world. Food, raffles, soda & Beer Run. Visit www.northwoodspirates.com.

Several Special Programs to be held at NARA: Highlight National Archives Records in Washington, DC. For details go to http:// www.archives.gov/ **Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce: See http://lakewoodareachamber.com/index.shtml (see Events above) **Forest County

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K.F. Bailey, Publisher Melanie Bailey, Assistant Editor P O Box 207 Lakewood, WI 54138 Phone; 715-276-6087 Email: knkids@aol.com Aug 2nd
Anne Hathaway, Jesse Eisenberg, Leslie Mann, Rodrigo Santoro (voice), Jake T. Austin, George Lopez, Kate del Castillo Captured as a young bird from the wild, Blu (Jesse Eisenberg) is a domesticated Spix Macaw living thousands of miles away from his homeland, Brazil. When his human owner Linda (Leslie Mann) discovers that he is the last male of his kind, they head south to Rio de Janeiro to meet the only other female. Rated G 95 Minutes Mia Wasikowska, Michael Fassbender, Jamie Bell, Judi Dench, Sally Hawkins, Holliday Grainger, Tamzin Merchant Mia Wasikowska and Michael Fassbender In the story, Jane Eyre flees Thornfield House, where she works as a governess for wealthy Edward Rochester. As she reflects upon the people and emotions that have defined her, it is clear that the isolated and imposing residence and Mr. Rochesters coldness have sorely tested the young womans resilience, forged years earlier when she was orphaned. She must now act decisively to secure her own future and come to terms with the past that haunts her and the terrible secret that Mr. Rochester is hiding and that she has uncovered. PG-13

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