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Gateway plans truck-or-treat event
KENOSHA — Gateway Technical College will hold its fourth annual trunk-or-treat, a free community event to provide a safe and fun way for children to have Halloween fun and get some candy too.
It will be held from 4-6 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 12, on Gateway's Kenosha campus, 3520 30th Ave.
The outdoor event – organized by the Gateway Technical College Law Enforcement Academy staff and recruits – features several different stations on the campus where children can play a game and trick-or-treat for candy or other fun items. A different Gateway program will be at many of the stops, providing a variety of fun activities for children to engage in and treats to gather.
"Gateway's trunk-or-treat gives our law enforcement recruits an opportunity to see community outreach in action," said Amy Koeppel, Gateway director of Law Enforcement Training. "They can build and see partnerships among the different college disciplines as well as participating community members. Events like these can show the recruits how these efforts can benefit the community."
Nature center to host Pringle Day
BRISTOL — Pringle Nature Center, 9800 160th Ave., will host "Pringle Day" at Boundless Adventures in Bristol Woods on Sunday, Oct. 13.
An early membership renewal promotion for Pringle Nature Center, Boundless Adventures aerial adventure park is offering free climbing or axe throwing passes to those who take out, or renew, a "Friend of Pringle" membership for 2025. The promotion is on a first-come, first-served basis as space is limited, so visit the nature center website to register.
The event climbing date is Oct. 13. Axe throwing may be scheduled any operating date in 2024. Visit pringlenc.org/memberships for more information.
Hometown hero nominations sought
KENOSHA — The Kenosha Hometown Heroes Commission is seeking nominations for individuals to be honored for the fourth quarter of 2024.
The program is dedicated to identifying and recognizing praiseworthy people who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces as Hometown Heroes. The requirement is that they were born in, currently reside in, or have previously resided for 10 years or more at any time, in the City of Kenosha.
Nomination forms are available by calling 262-653-4000 or going to the City website at kenosha.org . Nominations must be submitted by Nov. 30.
A nominator may submit one nomination per quarter. The commission will review nominations based on military service (decoration/military awards, military specialty schools, length of service and tours of duty), community service (veteran organizations, volunteer work, civic organizations, and community awards), and other accomplishments (going above and beyond the call of duty or any other special notes for consideration).
The commission grants one award each quarter. The award winners are presented with a certificate from the mayor. The winner from each quarter are also considered for the Kenosha Hometown Hero of the Year.
New Heart Luncheon set Oct. 15
KENOSHA — Guest speaker Marie Filion will speak on "My Paths Have Often Been Wandering" at the next Ladies' New Heart Luncheon in Kenosha.
The luncheon will be held at noon Tuesday, Oct. 15, at the Parkway Chateau, 12304 75th St.
Filion includes scripture in her presentation. She graduated from Moody Bible Institute and Northeastern Illinois University. She spent most of her adult years in the military and then working as a civilian for the Department of Defense.
The event committee consists of Christ-centered, Bible believing women from southeast Wisconsin. The cost is $14. No child care is provided. For reservations call Nancy at 262-914-1821 or Kathy at 262-653-0503.
Blood drive planned Oct. 29
PLEASANT PRAIRIE — St. Anne Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus Divine Mercy-St. Anne Council 16022 will co-host a community blood drive at the Blood Center on Tuesday Oct. 29, from Noon to 6:30 pm.
To make an appointment go to bit.ly/widrives and place #StANNE in the notes or call 1-877-232-4376. Organizers encouraged an early sign up as only about a dozen slots remain.
ADRC offers free 'Memory Screen Mondays'
KENOSHA – The Kenosha County Aging & Disability Resource Center is offering free, confidential memory screens every Monday, 8 a.m. to noon. Memory screens are suggested for anyone concerned about memory changes, at risk of Alzheimer's disease due to family history, or who wants to check their memory now for future comparison.
Memory screening can provide relief for individuals concerned about normal memory loss, lead to diagnosis of treatable conditions, and offer the ability to make lifestyle changes early when they have the greatest potential for positive effect and the opportunity to participate in making future.decisions.
Some memory problems can be readily treated, such as those caused by vitamin deficiencies or thyroid problems. In general, the earlier the diagnosis, the easier it is to treat memory loss. Screening results are not a diagnosis, and individuals who have concerns are encouraged to pursue a full medical exam.
Appointments are recommended. Interested persons may call the ADRC at 262-605-6646 to make an appointment.
Area bridge results listed
MOUNT PLEASANT — Each week two ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge games are played in Mount Pleasant at 12:15 p.m. Monday and Friday at The Lanes, 6501 Washington Ave., Call Henry Kensler, club manager, at 262-652-6173 for reservations. Recent winners are:
Sept 27: George Urquhart and Janet Urquhart, first place; Susan Gentz and Robert Gentz, second place; Mary Matthews and Marilyn Wescott, third place.
Sept 30: Mary Matthews and Donald Urquhart, first place; Henry Kensler and Lee Petzold, second place; George Urquhart and Janet Urquhart, third place.
