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Ellsworth, Wis., as seen from 1,500 feet in the air. The “Cheese Curd Capital” is home to Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, historic Pierce County Courthouse, and more.
Photo courtesy of Bob Mueller.
Inset photo: The historic Pierce County Courthouse, located at 414 W. Main St., was built in 1905 for a cost of $80,000. Submitted photo.
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Ellsworth Public Library building once housed theater, bowling alley

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By Sarah Nigbor store. He was also an agent down in June 1932. At that the early 1950s when tele- 1954.

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for Champion mowers and time, the village decided vision began to keep more The theater again closed

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reapers. Inside the store, to build an 87-by-28-foot
Isaac Pierce ran his meat community hall complete
market. with a full basement. The
people at home. from January to April
In October 1949, a large 1957. It reopened with
wind storm destroyed the Glenn Ford’s “The Fastest

tacted by readers wonder-
ing what a current build-
ing used to house, or what
used to be on a certain site.
People are fascinated with
the history of buildings in
their communities, whether
they’re still standing or not.
The Journal is partner-
ing with the Pierce County
Historical Association to
publish a series of stories
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In 1884, Quinn sold the
building to Julius Spaf-
ford, who in turn sold it to
Chris Manser in 1885. In
1887, Samuel Rosenbaun
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and Mrs. Lewis operated
a dressmaking business
there and L.H. Tornow’s
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plan was for it to house
the village o ces, public
library, court room, public
toilets, a bowling alley and
a theater. The bowling al-
ley was constructed from
materials from Bruns-
wick-Balke-Collander
Company. The bowling
alley eventually moved to
the Riley Block in 1939,
iconic Ellsworth Theater
sign. Harry Knowlton re-
tired and Donald Smith
took the managerial reins
on Dec. 1, 1953. The the-
ater closed on Wednesday
and Thursday nights in
February 1954 due to lack
of business. It ultimately
closed permanently in June
1954. Attendance on aver-
Gun Alive” and remained
open until 1962. After an-
other closure, it reopened
in 1964 when William
Lofthus showed “Son of
Flubber” but closed im- The building that now
mediately after. Charles houses the Ellsworth
Shinder of Minneapolis Public Library and Senior
tried his hand at operating Center at 312 W. Main St.
the theater starting in Oc- was one a thriving mov-
tober 1965. He was open ie theater. Here is it how

highlighting building histo-
ry in communities through-
out Pierce County. If you
have an idea on one you’d
like to know more about,
harness shop occupied the
space until 1890 when it
moved to North St. Paul,
Minn.
Brie y in 1889, the lit-
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when new lanes were ex-
cavated. The entire build-
ing cost $12,138 to erect.
Harry L. McGoon, of
Bayport, Minn., leased the
age was 60 patrons, which
was not enough to make
a pro t. The last movie
shown was Bing Crosby’s
“Little Boy Lost.” But that
Fridays through Sundays,
but had marginal success.
The 1970 Christmas sea-
son was the theater’s last.
In 1970, the Ellsworth
it looked in the 1940s.
Photo courtesy of K. Deiss
this fall.

email your request to Sarah
Nigbor at sarah@pierce-
countyjournal.news
ELLSWORTH – As the
Ellsworth Public Library
prepares for its big move
to the former BMO Bank
building at 388 W. Main
St. sometime this fall,
it will leave behind the
building it’s called home
tle building was home to
Ellsworth’s post o ce
with Manser as the post-
master. Manser ended up
selling the building to
Charles W. Bateman, who
opened a variety store in
1893. Bateman’s shop had
the only soda fountain in
town. In 1908, he con-
verted the store to a gro-
cery store, eliminating the
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theater for three years and
opened it on May 24, 1933
with Edward G. Robin-
son’s lm “Tiger Shark.”
However, in September
1935 McGoon severed
ties with the theater and
Vernon Scheide took over
operations. The Saturday
night serials cost 10 cents
to attend. Wednesday night
was dish night, when one
November, Cecil Char-
bonneau, who operated
theaters in Spring Valley,
Elmwood, and Baldwin
reopened the theater af-
ter installing a new, wid-
er screen. The rst movie
shown on the new screen
was “Ma and Pa Kettle at
Home, on Christmas Day
Senior Center opened in
the building’s basement
and the library moved up-
stairs in 1975. Both groups
still call the building at
312 W. Main St. home, al-
though the library is plan-
ning to move to the former
BMO Bank building at
388 W. Main St. sometime
“It’s been a pleasure to
work in a building with
so much character,” said
Library Director Ti any
Meyer. “One of my favor-
ite hidden features is the
exposed masonry in the
upstairs storage area. I’m
looking forward to seeing
who and what occupies
this space next!”

since 1932.
The lot and building
at 312 W. Main St. have
quite a varied history, ac-
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millinery and dry goods
departments. Bateman re-
tired in 1916 when Earl
adult ticket earned a free
plate or cup. Soon, Clar-
ence McDonald, Mondo- HAIR TRAFFIC
CONTROL

Druding bought the gro- vi, became the new theater

cording to “Volume 10:
Pierce County Heritage –
Ellsworth and Ellsworth
Township,” found at the
Pierce County Historical
Association. It was home
to multiple businesses be-
fore the library was built
there.
In 1881, Jerry Quinn
built a one-story building
on that lot, to operate as
a grocery and provisions
cery business.
F.A. Druding operating
a meat market at the lo-
cation until 1917, when
he sold it to Will Manser.
Unfortunately, the store
burned down on Aug. 19,
1925. The only thing to
survive the re was a safe.
The Fireman’s Opera
House, which stood a cou-
ple of blocks away from
312 W. Main St., burned
Salon
manager and in 1938, a
new cooling system ad-
dition was added by Ed
Steiner.
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As a life-long Ellsworth
resident and Village Board
President, I’m so proud of
our town, community, and
the great quality of life we
have here!
Ellsworth’s location af-
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While we might be divid-
ed by a state line, we’re
culture.
Ellsworth area schools
are a main source of pride
here and highly rated. Our
teachers are dedicated
and receive high praise
from both parents and stu-
dents. When it comes to
extra-curricular options,
from music and drama
rants. While we would al-
ways like to see--and are
working to attract--more,
our local businesses are
providing for nearly every
necessity.
And the beauty! The
Mississippi River and
Wisconsin Great River
Road, voted, “Prettiest
updated Comprehensive
Plan has given us a new
perspective on what is im-
portant to area residents.
Our public library, which
has been a community
hub for decades, is prepar-
ing to serve the next gen-
eration of local families
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to serve within our munic-
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committee appointments
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County at the conver- which we can all be proud. hardwood forests, deep have Ellsworth and coun- nesses who invest in our
gence of four major state Our business commu- valleys, crystal clear ty residents connected and community. And if you’re
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While life in general
might run at a slower pace
here, don’t think for a min-
ute that we’re not looking
ahead to the future. Our
you might be looking for
ways to serve and sup-
port our community’s fu-
ture prosperity. There are
many local civic groups
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make Ellsworth better for
all. Get involved and vol-
Life is good here in Ells-
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as proud of our communi-
ty as I am. Thank you for
being a part of it.
Becky Beissel
President,
Village of Ellsworth

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Local sisters train for bucket list dream
By Sarah Nigbor while I was that close to shared goal, it was obvi- runners.”’
the end was beyond frus- ous their bond and sense Mark’s friend chal-
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be painful, but you just out was not an option I to complete their bucket challenge, which kick-
have to keep going.” presented to myself. But lists took on a renewed started her desire to run. A
This is just one of the I was quickly in a posi- meaning after Erlandson’s new foundation was laid.

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as she pushed her way would physically not al- rare form of cancer, Alve- long,” she laughed.
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See BUCKET LIST off their medals after the Grandma’s Half-Marathon in
Duluth, Minn., on Saturday, June 18. Photo courtesy of
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area 5Ks, which are 3.1
miles in length. They ran
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in subzero temperatures.
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momentum to Goldy’s
we’re going to freeze to 10-miler run in Minneap-
death,” Mark remembered olis in April and complet-
thinking. “We don’t do the ed a virtual half-marathon.
cold. There are icy patch- “Holy crap, we did it
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your reindeer and come started doing little races.
get me.” We can actually do this.
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reach, I could do it. I nev- she could do that, I can do be the emotional one
er thought I could. I never this. It just takes self-dis- bawling every mile.”
thought I’d do the bucket cipline.” No matter how good
list.” you are, the elite runners
Running was always on New York will cheer on the begin-
the back of Mark’s bucket When Mark won a lot- ners, Erlandson said. She
list. However, she is now tery and was chosen to and Mark felt the love at
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line feeling” or the “run- Erlandson knew she had expect the same at New
ner’s high.” to be there by her side. York.
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medal, I’m not going to the Grandma’s full mara- est. You literally felt like
lie,” she laughed. “I like thon (26.2 miles) in 2008, everyone was out their
that satisfaction. Major teased them that she is cheering for you,” she
props to people who can the only one in the family said. “As odd as it sounds,
do this naturally. There who has run a full. They there is so much love at
are 80-year-olds who can couldn’t let her get away events like that. Specta-
kick my butt.” with that. tors are cheering everyone
Both women’s hus- Erlandson was able to on, because they recog-
bands are very supportive enter the race by partner- nize how much work goes
ing with a charity called
of their goals. In fact, they into the training and then
love to celebrate when the Legal Services of NYC, the execution of the event.
women PR, or beat their which provides legal ser- Your competitors are not
own personal record. vices to low-income NYC really competitors at all.
citizens. She has to raise
“It’s not for the faint of Rather than being com-
heart, sir,” Mark tells her$3,000 for the charity. petitive, they are cheering
husband. “Our goal is al- ³,ZRUNDWDODZ¿UPLQ you on and telling you to
ways to beat ourselves but River Falls, so I see the keep going. There were
we still want to have fun.”need. People need repre- times when it felt like I
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Top 10, Erlandson added. pro-bono work,” Erland- Being surrounded by
“I do it because I can, son said. gigantic skyscrapers will
because some day I might Typically about 50,000 either feel like a big hug
be able to,” she said. people run the race, but or make her feel claustro-
more than double that phobic, Mark said. She
Training number apply. The fact hasn’t decided yet. How-
As the women get ready that both women got in ever, they are prepared
for their shining marathon WKH ¿UVW \HDU WKH\ WULHG LV for the dark and quiet of
jewel, they’re focusing amazing. the famous Queensboro
on physical and mental “It’s a sign from Mar Bridge at Mile 15, which
strength. On “rest days” and God that it’s meant to challenges even the most
they run one mile, mixed happen for us this year,” seasoned runners. It’s
in with days running any- Erlandson said. when runners start to feel
ZKHUH IURP ¿YH WR  The NYC Marathon is the distance and all they
miles. They also dedicate the largest in the world. hear is pattering footsteps
time to weight lifting and More than 2.5 million and breathing.
spectators line the course, “We train in the coun-
core training.
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me,” Erlandson admit- boroughs: State Island, in the quiet. We only get
ted. “But once I power Brooklyn, Queens, the to look at cows, rocks and
through I’m OK.” Bronx and Manhattan. It trees.”
“It really is a head starts in Staten Island and All kidding aside, the
game,” Mark chimed in. ends in Central Park. sisters are looking for-
“You have to focus on the “NYC, so many aspects ward to checking one
‘I can do it.’ It can hin- make it the top,” Mark PRUHLWHPR൵WKHLUEXFNHW
der everything from your said. “They treat it like a lists. They still have more
stride to your posture.” pro sport. People line the items to tackle, though.
The mental game goes streets. There’s nothing Erlandson would like to
to crap long before the quite like it. The crowds try sky diving and bungee
physical, Erlandson said. will carry you through it. jumping, run marathons
“I tell myself, run the Pep bands, church choirs, in Honolulu and Greece,
next mile so you can see breakdancers, you name and visit Lambeau Field.
Mar again,” she said. “She it. They cheer your name, She visited the ocean for
went through so much. If complete strangers. I will WKH ¿UVW WLPH ODVW \HDU D
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Marlee May. (some more than oth- and it read, ‘Someday you
Mark would like to go ers!),” Erlandson said. will NOT be able to do
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“Savanna and I always
say to each other how
“As painful as it may be,
we are very grateful to
have the ability to run, as
we recognize not every-
one is so blessed. I try to
be more aware and not
take that ability for grant-
ed.
“There was one sign
along the route (in Dulu-
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this, but today is not that
day.’ I think that is my
newest mantra and some-
thing that will stick with
me in everyday life.”
To donate to Erland-
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TOWN OF ELLS-
WORTH – The Town
of Ellsworth is back to
square one on what to do
about its town hall.
The current town hall/
the proposal was mailed The agenda for the Ells-
to 420 homes in the town- worth Town Board meet-
ship. ing for Tuesday, July 5 at
After an hour of dis- 7 p.m. includes discussion
cussion, Clerk Phyllis on what to do about the
Beastrom read the ballot town hall/shop.
question to the more than “We don’t know what
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shop building is locat- the meeting: said Beastrom. “I think
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south of 490th Avenue meeting is pushed back a
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fundraise for the Ellsworth Public Library.
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volunteering their time in the Taste of
Wisconsin tent handing out tickets to
guests. Kelly and Rosemary are donat-
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Lions Club. Photo by Chelsey McLoone.
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ing to fruition in the rural passion and goal into a education, or recreation merge as people; breaking
Ellsworth area. reality by creating Elsie’s to enhance the quality of some of the social stigma
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Fleming. “My go-to place Fleming sees this per- ria, to receive a tax deduc- $10,000 goal for this year.
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best programs in western pany of other people who been a lot of guys that
Wisconsin. The Hubbers love baseball. have come through here
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join a team that compet- was living in the Ells- and gone during his time
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of the best conferences down near Eau Claire. Hubbers.
in the state that includes He began looking for a “Players kind of recruit
11 teams, many of which new program and quickly themselves a little bit,”
have won multiple state found the Hubbers. Paulson said. “You get
championships. He spoke “I ran into the former one guy on a team that
about the level of compe- manager Darren Maxwell says, ‘Hey, I’ve got some
tition and the camaraderie playing rec league bas- buddies that might want to
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play.’ And then we try
that out.”
In addition to word of
mouth, the Hubbers get
to recruit any high school
player that played within
30 miles of the Hubbers’
home plate. For west-
ern Wisconsin teams,
that can even reach into
Minnesota’s high school
talent pool. For Paulson,
the biggest aspect of ac-
quiring young talent is
maintaining a relation-
ship with the local high
school coaches.
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at least one year in that
radius. There are some
grandfather rules be-
cause of townball too.”
The Hubbers have a
rich tradition of provid-
ing an outlet for Ells-
worth high school play-
ers – and those from
other schools – to contin-
ue their playing careers
after graduation. Current
Ellsworth High School
baseball coach Brandon
Voelker already has an
established relationship
with Paulson. The two
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“I played with him. He
was a Hubber,” Paulson
said. “He came to us right
out of high school and
I’ve known him since
then and we still talk. We
know the kids (on the
high school team) be-
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cause Ellsworth is small.
We’re still building and
we’re always looking for
pitching and catching.”
The Hubbers have
gained talent in recent
years because of that
long-standing connec-
tion with Voelker that
dates back to his play-
ing days. Currently,
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the Hubbers have three
players on the roster that
play college football and
are still in their athletic
prime.
Being a college ath-
lete certainly isn’t an
expectation to become
a Hubber. The team has
a balance of young star
athletes, older veterans
and other players that
simply love the compe-
tition, tradition and the
game of baseball.
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rival because they have
some Ellsworth kids
too,” Paulson said.
“Some of the former
Hubbers play on the
35 and older team in
Bay City. Just pick any
team in Pierce County.
Elmwood is a good ri-
val – they’re feisty and
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has some good players,
Spring Valley, small
towns in Pierce County,
we like to get after each
other.”
For Paulson, there
are so many aspects of
the Hubbers that make
it such a great local
townball tradition. The
aforementioned rival-
ries against other small
towns in Pierce County
and the history of play-
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ers that come from local
schools.
While there are many
calling cards for one of
the most historic teams
on the western side of
the state, perhaps none
is greater than a night
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under the lights in Ells-
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about what makes Hub-
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games.
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have a conversation –
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it’s a tradition that has
been ingrained in the
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May 7, there is still more
than a month left in the
regular season schedule,
many of which are home
games.
The next famous game
under the lights is on
Wednesday, June 29, at
home against the visiting
Osceola Braves. That
game is slated to begin at
7:30 p.m. at Summit Hill
Park and will provide a
true Hubbers experience
for any townball fans in
Pierce County.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Upcoming Ellsworth area events
THURSDAY, JUNE 30
Poolside Story Time, 2:30 p.m., Klaas-Jonas
Community Pool (312 Panther Drive, Ellsworth).
Join Ms. Caroline from the Ellsworth Public Li-
brary for a story time during afternoon swim
breaks. Subject to change based on weather or
pool-related schedule changes.
Summer Fun Series, 4-7 p.m., East End
Park, Ellsworth. Browse a variety of farm, arti-
san and craft vendors at the Ellsworth Farmers
ly
Market, enjoy food from local food trucks, take
part in family friendly activities and listen to live
music from local bands and musicians. This
“Together Thursday” will feature Julie Patchouli
on
and Terra Guitara at 5:30 p.m.
LOCAL SOURCE FOR SUNDAY, JULY 3
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History Center (W6321 E. Main St., Bay City).
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Business Etiquette FLEX, 5:30-7 p.m., David
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Summer Fun Series, 4-7 p.m., East End
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part in family friendly activities and listen to live
music from local bands and musicians.
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THURSDAY, JULY 7-SUNDAY, JULY 10
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FRIDAY, JULY 8
Story Time at East End Park, 10 a.m. Join
Ellsworth Public Library’s Ms. Caroline for a sto-
ry and activities every Friday at East End Park.
Inclement weather location is the library lower
level (312 W. Main St.)
SATURDAY, JULY 9
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TUESDAY, JULY 12
Doodle Club, 4 p.m., East End Park. Held
every second Tuesday of the month, Ellsworth
Public Library’s Doodle Club is a special hour
of creativity. Learn drawing techniques, exper-
iment with animation and comics, talk about
books, do some creative writing and enjoy a
snack. As a group, we will pick other creative
topics to explore. For ages 9-12.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 13
Henry & the Treasure Chest, 2 p.m., Summit
Park. Join Ellsworth Public Library for a show by
Randy Peterson of fun songs and lively moves
sure to delight every young pirate. Geared
toward kids and families but all are welcome.
Rain location: Zion Covenant Church (210 N.
Beulah St.)
THURSDAY, JULY 14
Morning Book Club, 10:30 a.m., Ellsworth
Public Library (312 W. Main St.) Let’s gather to-
gether to share our love of books, conversation,
and community. Books available for checkout at
the library. This month’s selection is “Island of
Sea Women” by Lisa See.
Poolside Story Time, 2:30 p.m., Klaas-Jonas
Community Pool (312 Panther Drive, Ellsworth).
Join Ms. Caroline from the Ellsworth Public Li-
brary for a story time during afternoon swim
breaks. Subject to change based on weather or
pool-related schedule changes.
Summer Fun Series, 4-7 p.m., East End
Park, Ellsworth. Browse a variety of farm, arti-
san and craft vendors at the Ellsworth Farmers
Market, enjoy food from local food trucks, take
part in family friendly activities and listen to live
music from local bands and musicians.
FRIDAY, JULY 15
Story Time at East End Park, 10 a.m. Join
Ellsworth Public Library’s Ms. Caroline for a sto-
ry and activities every Friday at East End Park.
Inclement weather location is the library lower
level (312 W. Main St.)
FRIDAY, JULY 15-SUNDAY, JULY 17
Plum City Summerfest, features grand pa-
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test, and more.
SATURDAY, JULY 16
Nick Rhiel & Nate Hase Memorial Golf Tour-
nament, 8 a.m., Ellsworth Country Club (W6920
Golf Course Lane, Ellsworth). Registration
starts at 8 a.m. The Nick Rhiel Memorial Foun-
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MONDAY, JULY 18
Ocean Crafts, 3:30 p.m., East End
Park. Drop in anytime between 3:30
and 5:30 p.m. to join Ellsworth Public
Library staff for ocean craft creative
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TUESDAY, JULY 19
LEGO in the Park, 4 p.m., East End
Park. Join Ellsworth Public Library ev-
ery third Tuesday of the month. Kids
of all ages are invited to let their imag-
inations run wild with LEGO bricks. No
registration required. If you can’t join
in person, join in on the fun from home
by sharing your LEGO creations with
us at eplstaff@ellsworthlibrary.org
WEDNESDAY, JULY 20
Kids Who Read ‘R’ Cool Magic
Show, 1 p.m., Summit Park. Join
magician Brian Richards for a read-
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ward kids and families, but all are wel-
come. Part of Ellsworth Public Library
Summer Reading Program. Rain lo-
cation is Zion Covenant Church (210
N. Beulah St.)
THURSDAY, JULY 21
A Morning in the Garden, 10:30
a.m., Grow to Share Garden, Hoff-
man Park (547 Hanson Drive, River
Falls). Join Ellsworth Public Library’s
Ms. Caroline and Grow to Share vol-
unteers for stories, learning about the
program and helping with harvest. All
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are welcome.
St. Croix Valley Job Center, 1 p.m.,
Ellsworth Public Library. Get assis-
tance with enhancing your job search,
applying for unemployment, resume
writing, interview preparation and
networking. Individual appointments
available.
Poolside Story Time, 2:30 p.m.,
Klaas-Jonas Community Pool (312
Panther Drive, Ellsworth). Join Ms.
Caroline from the Ellsworth Public
Library for a story time during after-
ly
noon swim breaks. Subject to change
based on weather or pool-related
schedule changes.
Summer Fun Series, 4-7 p.m., East
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End Park, Ellsworth. Browse a variety
of farm, artisan and craft vendors at
the Ellsworth Farmers Market, enjoy
food from local food trucks, take part
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Summit Park. Let’s gather together
to share our love of books, conver-
sation and community. This month’s
selection is “Malibu Rising” by Taylor
Jenkins Reid. Books are available
for checkout at the library. Inclement
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(W3930 State Road 72, Ellsworth).
All you can eat chicken, biscuits and
gravy and cold beverages along the
Rush River. Kids welcome with great
play area. Give trap shooting a try;
beginners welcome. Tickets are $15
per person; kids 5 and under eat free,
ages 6-10 are $10. First seating is at
5:30 p.m., second seating at 7 p.m.
Tickets available at Matt’s Electric,
Broz Bar, Hines Auction, JRs in Plum
City and Mooney’s Rusty Horse in
Spring Valley.
FRIDAY, JULY 22
Story Time at East End Park, 10
a.m. Join Ellsworth Public Library’s
Ms. Caroline for a story and activities
every Friday at East End Park. In-
clement weather location is the library
lower level (312 W. Main St.)
Pierce County Fair Motocross, 7
p.m., Pierce County Fairgrounds (364
N. Maple St., Ellsworth). Local racers
welcome. Beer garden and food avail-
able for purchase. Tickets are $10 for
ages 7 and older, $5 for those under
7.
SATURDAY, JULY 23
Summer S.T.E.M., 10 a.m., East
End Park. his month’s theme is Wa-
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neer, Mike Benoy and friends, for
this monthly program that will explore
S.T.E.M. (science, technology, en-
gineering, and math) with hands-on
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Meet at East End Park. Rain location:
lower level of the library. Registration
required. Call the library at 715-273-
3209 to register.
SUNDAY, JULY 24
Beldenville Old Car Club 44th An-
nual Car Show & Swap Meet, gates
open at 8 a.m. (rain or shine), Pierce
County Fairgrounds (364 N. Maple
St., Ellsworth). Car show (16 classes,
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p.m.), car corral, farm toy show, swap
meet, collector and antique tractors,
breakfast and lunch available, music
by Rock-Man 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admis-
sion is $5 (12 and younger free). Call
John at 715-273-5552, Lenny at 715-
273-3390 or Jeff at 715-220-5724 with
questions.
TUESDAY, JULY 26
Teen Meet-Up: Ocean Crafts, 4
p.m., Brush Strokes Paint Party & Art
Supply (273 N. Morse St., Ellsworth).
Ages 12-18. Join Ellsworth Public Li-
brary to create ocean resin coasters
and shell art with Kayleen and Ms.
Caroline. Register by calling 715-273-
3209.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 27
Totally Turtles Animal Show, 1 p.m.,
Summit Park. Join the Ellsworth Pub-
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close up and learn turtle facts. All are
welcome. Rain location: Zion Cove-
nant Church (210 N. Beulah St.)
THURSDAY, JULY 28
Ellsworth Chamber Member Meet-
ing, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Ellsworth
Country Club (W6920 Golf Course
Lane, Ellsworth). Learn about the
Free Clinic of Pierce and St. Croix
County. Join us as Clinic Manager
.
Mary Steele puts a face to the unin-
sured in our region and shares the
important role the clinic pays in pro-
viding health care. Register by visiting
ellsworthchamber.com
Poolside Story Time, 2:30 p.m.,
Klaas-Jonas Community Pool (312
Panther Drive, Ellsworth). Join Ms.
Caroline from the Ellsworth Public
Library for a story time during after-
noon swim breaks. Subject to change
based on weather or pool-related
schedule changes.
Summer Fun Series, 4-7 p.m., East
End Park, Ellsworth. Browse a variety
of farm, artisan and craft vendors at
the Ellsworth Farmers Market, enjoy
food from local food trucks, take part
in family friendly activities and listen to
live music from local bands and musi-
cians. A performance by Hoof on the
Roof starts at 5:30 p.m.
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