Calendar
May 9
Mudd Creek
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
Bluegrass gospel with guitar, banjo, dobro, fiddle, mandolin and stand-up bass.
More information: 920-435-3269
May 9 to May 10
Bloomin' Bonanza
8 - 7 pm Fri; 8 - 5 pm Sat
- St. Edward School
- Highway 47, 2 miles north of Appleton
Mackville WI
There will be a huge variety of homegrown perennials (over 100 varieties) and annuals from Gary's FLowerland. Also a brat fry starts at 10 am both days.
More information: 920-733-6276; jmiskoviak@yahoo.com
May 10
LIFT Ladies Spring Brunch
9:00 - 11:00 am
- Pilgrim Congregational Church
- 991 Pilgrim Way
Green Bay WI
Come for a morning of food, fun & fellowship as Kristin Mitchell shares her story of God's leading in her life. ('LIFT' stands for Ladies in Fellowship Together.) There is no charge, but reservations ARE required.
More information: Call the church office at 499-4515 to reserve your spot.
May 10
Christian Motorcyclist's Annual Bike Blessing
10 am to noon
- Harley Davidson of Appleton
The event is open to all models and makes of motorcycles. This is a free event and free refreshments will be provided by the Exodus Riders.
May 10
Coty Sloan
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup 0' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
From Dallas, TX Coty plays his violin all over the US. He brings an all-instrumental evening of music in a variety of styles like Celtic, borderline tribal, easy listening and folk remnants.
More information: 920-435-3269
May 13
How to Put on Individual Benefits
5:30 pm
- Fox Communities Credit Union
- 3401 E. Calumet St.
Appleton WI
This seminar is for anyone who is planning to put on an individual benefit and has no idea where to start. It will take you through the step-by-step processes. There is a $30 fee per benefit committee, which includes class time and handbook. Thank you.
http://www.communitybenefittree.org
More information: 920-422-1919
May 15
Tahtiana
7 pm
- St. Joseph Church
- 1224 12th Ave.
Green Bay WI
An emotionally charged musical event based on the life of Christ and Tajci's spiritual journey from superstardom in Communist Europe to sharing her story nationally in the USA. Accompanied by renowned musician Denny Bouchard. Tajci is a singer/songwriter who mixes classical and pop influences.
More information: Father Andy Kysely 920-496-2160
May 15
Gardening With Arthritis
6:30 - 8 pm
- Heritage Hill State Park
- 2640 S. Webster Ave.
Green Bay WI 54301
Jim Beard from Fox Valley Tech will share tips on gardening including how to make gardening tools friendlier to those suffering from arthritis. Free to the public.
More information: 920-448-5150
May 16 to May 17
Building Strong Marriages
Fri 6:30- 9 pm; Sat 9 am - 12 pm
- Fox River Baptist Church
- 2700 E. Henry Street
Appleton WI
Cost is $5.00 per person. Childcare is provided by registering.
http://www.foxriverbaptist.com
More information: 920-734-6162, ext. 4 to register and for childcare.
May 16
Cycle Down & Page 2
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
Cycle Down features passionate vocals and raging, hooky guitar parts.
More information: 920-435-3269
May 17
Time Set Aside for the Master
9:00am
- Sonshine Ministries
- 1209 London St.
Menasha WI
Your time is the most valuable gift you have to pour out to Jesus, as did the woman with the alabaster box. Bring your Bible and a friend to join other believers for a day of prayer and worship. Saturday, March 8 at 9 am.
More information: Sue Perkins at 920-751-8606
May 17
Randy Stonehill: An Acoustic Storyteller's Night
6:30 pm & 8:45 pm (doors open 1/2 hr. before each)
- Cup O' Joy
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
An Acoustic Storyteller's Night: Stonehill's discography spans more than 33 years. He first took to melding his honest lyrics or faith with rootsy folk-rock music in the 1970's. Come hear the stories and music of the past three decades. Randy has worked with Keith Green, Larry Norman, Phil Keaggy and more.
More information: 920-435-3269
May 17
Plant Sale
8 am - 2 pm
- Bethany United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall
- 1110 Echo Lane
Green Bay WI
Proceeds will go toward a new landscaped garden.
More information: 920-494-8801
May 18
Reflect at Woodland
10 am
- Woodland Worship Center
- 760 Airport Drive
Oneida WI 54155
May 2008 is a praise and celebration month for Woodland. 'Reflect' will be performing. This ministering group will encourage your heart and life with their annointed music.
http://www.woodlandworship.com
More information: 920-869-9663; church@woodlandworship.com
May 18
CellCom Green Bay Marathon Spectator Spot
7 am - 9 am
- First Baptist Church
- Corner of West Point Road and Wood Lane
Green Bay WI
Be a part of race day energy by visiting First Baptist's official spectator spot on their front lawn. They will be serving hot and cold beverages and delicious bread from Great Harvest. Bring your kids for face-painting, balloon animals ad clowns and enjoy live music from our contemporary Christian praise band.
May 19
Lost & Found Benefit Concert
7 pm
- Pilgrim Lutheran Church
- 1731 St. Agnes Drive.
Green Bay WI
An evening with friends at a low-cost event with entertainment and music. In the band's words, stories and concert experience, the message of God's love in Christ is easy to discern. Tickets are $5 per person, $15 per family.
More information: 920-965-2233
May 20
Grace Christian School Open House
6:30 - 8:30 pm
- Grace Christian School
- N1615 Meadowview Drive
Greenville WI 54952
GCS is now enrolling for the 2008-9 school year. They offer education for grades K-6th including 4K and all day 5K. Come and tour their facility at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, meet the teachers, and see the uniqe opportunity we have to blend curriculum with values and individualized instruction.
http://www.gcschristianeducation.org
More information: gcs.office@tds.net
May 23
The Able Church
7 pm
- Cup '0'Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
The Able Church is a church centered within the disabled community. Able's worship team will be performing at the Cup's open mic.
More information: Jen @920-639-5366
May 23
Open Mic
7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
A chance to take the Cup stage! Sign up at 920-437-6694.
More information: 920-435-3269
May 24
True North
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
Traditional bluegrass and tight acappella harmonies. Mandolin, guitar, upright bass, violin, banjo, penny whistle and occasionally flute and cello.
More information: 920-435-3269
May 30
First Century Carpenter Ministries
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
Wade and Jennifer travel the country dressed as craftsman of Biblical times sculpting figures with first century tools while sharing a gospel story.
More information: 920-435-3269
May 30 to Jun 1
2008 Parish Picnic
7 pm Fri - 6 pm Sun
- St. Pius X Parish
- 500 W. Marquette
Appleton WI
Silent Auction, Fish Boil, Chicken Dinner, Games, Family Fun Night 7 pm - 11 pm; Q90FM live remote. Musical entertainment by Rock the Flock. Saturday: noon to 10:45 pm, Picnic, Fun Run, The Replay Band; Sunday: 11:30 - 5 pm picnic, auction, Games, Bingo, Raffle, Geriatric Jazz Band, Mass.
More information: 920-733-0575
May 31
Grey Holiday
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
Grey Holiday is a major artist signed to Essential Records/Sony BMG with their debut album 'The Glorious Revolution' produced by Jason Ingram (Rush of Fools, Bebo Norman). Their album includes the catchy, energetic opener 'Glorious,' the emotionally charged ballad 'You Belong to Me,' and the band's first single 'Let Go' (most widely played), a timely reminder that it's never easy, especially when it's so easy to hold onto the baggage of the past.
More information: 920-435-3269
Jun 1 to Jun 1
Hosts for Foreign Students Needed
ongoing need
- Brown County
Learn firsthand about another culture without leaving the United States, and establish a friendship that will last a lifetime. The non-profit organization Pacific Intercultural Exchange has international students from more than 40 countries arriving for homestay programs. They urgently need a few more caring host families to share the American way of life. Call immediately.
More information: 1-800-828-9001
Jun 1
Jubilation Handbell Ensemble Concert
2 pm
- Bethany Lutheran Church
- 124 W 10th St, Kaukauna
Kaukauna WI
Come hear this vibrant ensemble. A free-will offering will be taken.
http://www.bethanykaukauna.org
More information: 920-766-1452
Jun 2
Homeschool Used Book Sale
6-8 pm members; 7-8 pm public
- Calvary Lutheran Church
- 1301 S. Ridge Road
Green Bay WI
Green Bay Area Christian Homeschoolers 'GBACH' is sponsoring this annual used book sale. Cash only. Books + other materials.
More information: 920-884-8801
Jun 6
Andrew Peterson
6:30 pm & 8:45 pm (doors open 1/2 hr. before each)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
Also Nate Lenz
More information: 920-435-3269. No Cover Charge-This evening is supported by your donation!
Jun 7
Sammy Horner
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI 54303
From Scotland. Also, Jeff Nelson Trio.
More information: 920-435-3269, No Cover Charge-This evening is supported by your donation!
Jun 9 to Jun 13
Vacation Bible School
8:45 am - 11:30 am
- Bethany Lutheran Church
- 124 W. 10th St.
Kaukauna WI
All children ages 4-6th grade are invited to join us for VBS. This year's theme is Power Lab. Join us for cool experiments as we discover the awesome power Jesus has! No cost, pre-registration is welcomed.
http://www.bethanykaukauna.org
More information: 920-766-1452
Jun 10 to Aug 22
Salvation Army's Camp Hope
7 am - 5 pm
Camp Hope is a week-day summer day camp. Enrollment is open for kids age 7 - 12. Bay Beach, various pools and nature centers and Tundra Lodge are just a few of the exciting places they will visit this summer. Qualifying families pay only $20/week!
More information: 920-593-2368
Jun 13
Krause Family
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
Bluegrass
More information: 920-435-3269
Jun 14 to Jun 17
African Experience Exhibit
varied
- Pathways Church and Community Park
Pathways Community is bringing an African Experience Exhibit onsite to raise awareness about the AIDS crisis in Africa. The event is free.
http://www.worldvisionexperience.org/?lid=1206&lpos=rgt_im_AIDSexp
More information: 920-740-9010
Jun 14
Pulaski Fly Fest 2008
- Carter Airport
- Hwy 32 just outside Pulaski
Pulaski WI
There will be many aviation related events throughout the day including military fly-by's, parachute jumping , airplane rides for purchase, helicopters and more.
More information: Shannon at 920-822-3644; flychic232@aol.com
Jun 14
Voices of Peace
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI 54303
More information: 920-435-3269, No Cover Charge-This evening is supported by your donation!
Jun 16 to Jun 20
Vacation Bible School
9 - 11:45 am each day
- Faith Lutheran Church
- 2335 S Webster Ave
Green Bay WI
More information: 920-435-5524
Jun 20
DECEMBERADIO
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
Grammy nominated band w/a classic flair.
More information: 920-435-3269, No Cover Charge-This evening is supported by your donation!
Jun 20 to Jun 22
Mountain of Praise
4 pm Fri -12 nn Sunday
- Mt. Morris Camp and Conference Center
Come for an incredible weekend of renewal and relaxation with other believers, with FREE Christian concerts featuring Sarah Kelly, Rex Lex, Rosanna Fiorazo Band, Florida's 'Among the Thirsty', and others! A great getaway to strengthen your faith, camp out and fellowship!
http://myspace.com/mountainofpraise
More information: 920-209-4050 or scrappie1@centurytel.net
Jun 20
Jaci Velasquez - Salvador
6:45 pm (doors open an hour in advance)
- Pathways Church
- 311 W. Evergreen Dr
Appleton WI
Proceeds to benefit the children of South Africa
More information: (920) 735-0422
Jun 21
Behind the Scenes Christian Film Workshop
9 am to 4 pm
- Meridian Studios
- 1331 American Dr.
Neenah WI 54956
Sandstone Films believes cinema is a crucial mission field that can impact millions of people for Christ. Our mission is to produce films and documentaries and train people in film production so that they can contribute to the work of shaping the culture instead of being shaped by it. Who should come? Anyone who loves movies and wants to be involved in making films. Making a film requires people from all walks of life: carpenters, painters, accountants, artists, seamstresses, make-up artists, hair stylists, set designers, camera operators, video editors, food providers, production assistants, etc. Open to anyone 16 to 90. Workshop fee of $20 includes lunch and refreshments. Registration deadline is June 14th.
More information: 920-720-4200
Jun 21
Gospelmen Quartet
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
Gospel Quartet
More information: 920-435-3269, No Cover Charge-This evening is supported by your donation!
Jun 23 to Jun 27
Special Touch Ministry Summer Get-Away
- Spencer Lake Christian Center
Special Touch Ministry is a five-day, in residence, camp-style retreat for people with mental or physical disabilities to find fellowship with others in a Christian atmosphere. Cost: $325 for applications postmarked by May 12th deadline. $350 for applications postmarked by the final deadline of May 26th.
More information: 715-258-2713 or centralprocessing@specialtouch.org
Jun 27
Mike Westendorf Band
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
More information: 920-435-3269, No Cover Charge-This evening is supported by your donation!
Jun 28
Open Mic
7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffee House
- 232 S. Broadway
Green Bay WI 54303
A chance to take the Cup stage! Sign up at 920-437-6694.
More information: 920-435-3269
Jun 29
Anchor of Hope Teens Encounter Christ (TEC)
1:00 - 5:00 pm
- St. John the Baptist Church
Anchor of Hope Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) 30th Anniversary gathering.
http://www.anchorofhopetec.org
More information: Kevin Smits at ksmits@greenbaynet.com
Jul 4
Everyday Sunday, Cycle Down, Worn Soles
- Fox River
Pop Punk. Music over the Fox event. Music all afternoon.
Jul 5 to Aug 16
Camp Daniel
Camp Daniel is a summer Bible camp providing growing opportunities for the disabled community. They are now accepting applications for campers and counselors. They are in high need of camp counselors 18 and older. They also welcome 14-17 yr olds for their junior counselor program.
More information: 715-757-3880
Jul 5
Theresa Rose & Aaron, & John Kollman
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
More information: 920-435-3269
Jul 9 to Jul 13
Lifest 2008
- Sunnyview Fairgrounds
- Expo Ctr. 500 E Sunnyview Rd.
Oshkosh WI 54901
Artists include Casting Crowns, Skillet, Newsboys, Delirious, Mandisa from American Idol and many others! Plus camping food, vendors, a comedy stage, activities and so much more.
More information: Tickets and information available online or call 800-955-L-I-F-E. Proceeds benefit youth intervention programs.
Jul 10 to Jul 13
Switchfoot at Lifest 2008
- Sunnyview Expo and Fairgrounds
Award-winning artist, Switchfoot will be performing at Lifest 2008 on Thursday, July 10th. In addition to receiving eight Dove Awards including 'Rock/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year,' Switchfoot's album Learn to Breathe was certified gold, and received a Grammy nomination for Best Rock Gospel Album.
Additional performers at Lifest include Casting Crowns, Newsboys, Skillet, Kutless, Mandisa, Rebecca St. James, and many more. More than 150 acts will be featured.
More information: 800-955-5433
Jul 11
True Harmony
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy
More information: 920-435-3269
Jul 12
'Swing for a Cure' Golf Outing
8 am
- Irish Waters Golf Course
All proceeds from the event wil benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Be sure to register soon because the outing is limited to the first 120 paid golfers. To register your team or to make a donation please contact Sue Thoma.
More information: Sue Thoma at 920-810-0027; MDA would like to thank St. Peter Lutheran Church and School in Appleton for coordinating this outing.
Jul 12
Family Movie Night
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
Showing 'The Climb'
More information: 920-435-3269
Jul 18
Open Mic
7 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
More information: 920-435-3269
Jul 19
Alakrity & Adnoscentia
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
A Rockin' Night
More information: 920-435-3269
Jul 26
Kathleen Carnali
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
More information: 920-435-3269
Aug 2
Air Five
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O'Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
Pop Punk
More information: 920-435-3269
Aug 8 to Aug 9
20th Annual Burger Fest
- Downtown Seymour
'Celebrating Twenty with Burgers Aplenty.' Witness 'The World's Largest Hamburger Parade' at 11 am. Hamburger eating contest, hamburger press strength contest, ketchup slide, bun run and more.
More information: 920-833-6688
Aug 8 to Aug 9
8th Annual Balloon Rally
- Seymour High School
Friday night, Saturday morning and evening (weather permitting). Admission is $3 per person in advance, $5 on the day of the event; children under 12 are free.
http://www.homeofthehamburger.org
More information: 920-833-6688
Aug 15
Kristine Graves CD Release
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
More information: 920-435-3269
Aug 24 to Aug 24
Great Outdoors Festival Volunteers Needed
ongoing need
- EAA Convention Grounds, Oshkosh
Volunteers are needed for the 2008 Great Outdoors Festival Friday, August 22 through Sunday, August 24. Volunteers will have fun and assist with activities such as fly fishing, shooting, archery and children's activities within the nine specialized Festival villages.
http://www.greatoutdoorsfestival.com
More information: gofvolunteers@charter.net or 920-324-3508
Sep 1 to Sep 1
Calling Minutes for Troops
ongoing
Marines of the Fox and Golf Company rely on calling minutes to connect with their families back home. Sat phones are one of the many contributing factors of acheiving high morale and troop welfare among the marines and sailors. In order to recharge the phones with much needed additional minutes help is needed. The Wisconsin American Legion needs to raise $50,000 to provide deployed Wisconsin Reserve and Guard units with phones and sufficient calling minutes to allow all of their members to call home to Wisconsin.
http://www.wilegion.org/howcanyouhelp
More information: Send checks payable to: The Wisconsin American Legion Troop and Family Support Fund, P.O. Box 1000, Portage, WI 53901. Donations are also accepted by credit card on their website. Donations are tax-deductible and 100% of all funds received directly benefit the troops and their families.
Sep 1
Ben Reynebeau Fundraiser
ongoing
Ben is a 13 year old boy from Lombardi Middle School who suffered serious head injuries in a vehicle accident on Sept. 23 of last year. This fundraiser will run until the first week of September. There are two drop-off points: Reliable Recycling (M-F 8:0 am to 5:00 pm) and St. Elizabeth Seton Church (2771 Oakwood Dr. on Saturdays, 4:00 - 5:30 pm and Sundays 9:00 am - noon).
More information: David Maloney 920-497-2520; or Cheri at 920-498-0840
Sep 19
Esterlyn
7:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
More information: 920-435-3269
Oct 25
Apologetix Parody Band
6:30 pm & 8:45 pm (doors open 1/2 hr. before each)
- Cup O' Joy Coffeehouse
- 232 S. Broadway St.
Green Bay WI
More information: 920-435-3269
Nov 14 to Nov 16
Anchor of Hope TEC Weekend
- St. Peter and Paul
Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) retreat weekend.
http://www.anchorofhopetec.org
More information: Kevin Smits 920-339-0208; ksmits@greenbaynet.com
Dec 31 to Dec 31
The Able Church
6:30 - 8 pm every Friday
- Living Hope Church Activity Center
- 1840 W. Mason
Green Bay WI
The Able Church is a church centered within the disabled community that meets every Friday night.
More information: 920-639-5366; allardjenny@yahoo.com
Dec 31 to Dec 31
Host Families Sought
- surrounding area
Each year, AFS gives a number of special families a chance to host an AFS high school exchange student. Most people have no idea how much hosting a young person from another country can bring to their lives. You can find out. AFS, the leading international high school student exchange program, needs families to host students for an academic year or six months. Students arrive in August. All kinds of families can host
More information: 1-800-AFS-INFO or www.afs.org/usa
Dec 31 to May 31
Homework Club Tutors Needed
ongoing need
- Centro Comunitario Episcopal
Church of the Blessed Sacrament - 825 N. Webster Avenue
Green Bay WI
Centro Comunitario Episcopal is seeking tutors for Nicolet Elementary students. Tutos must be able to commit to at least two days per week and to stay with the program until the end of the school year.
More information: Robert Shaffer
robbshaffer@yahoo.com
920-857-9246
Dec 31 to Dec 31
Acts 1:8 Volunteer Opportunities
ongoing
- Acts 1:8
- 2121 S. Oneida St.
Green Bay WI 54313
Acts 1:8 is looking for volunteers to help out for an hour or two each month with assembling our newsletters and office mailing, packaging ministry products and web searching on the computer. Students will receive credit for community service. Volunteers can come in any time during office hours 8 am to 5 pm and 6 pm to 9 pm. Bring a friend! Acts 1:8's vision is to create a culture for Christians to care, share and connect people to Christ worldwide through Planned Acts of Christian Kindness (P.A.C.K.)
More information: Karen at karen@acts18.org; 920-494-2289
Dec 31 to Dec 31
Bay Area Hope Builders Community Outreach
ongoing need
- varied
- N6156 Seminary Road
De Pere WI 54115
Hope Builders is a non-profit charity that seeks out the needs of local single mothers, widows and the elderly. Our vision is to pull the community together to meet those needs. We have immediate and ongoing needs for volunteers, material and cash donations.
More information: Contact Justin at 920-869-8453; jstile@new.rr.com
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