An invitation to the world-renowned Rose Parade is quite an honor for any music program, particularly from a small rural community such as Pulaski.
As a part of the experience, the Pulaski community will host the 2024 Pasadena Tournament of Roses president and leading lady, Alex and Paula Aghajanian, as well as the executive vice president and spouse, Ed and Lisa Morales. They will come to town to get to know the students, families, community and culture, as well as to help the school to fundraise for its big trip to Pasadena, California.
On June 27, the guests will arrive at Austin Straubel International Airport in Green Bay and greeted by the Pulaski High School music program.
The Pulaski Music Boosters will hold a very special event, the “Polka with the President from Pasadena,” from 6-10 p.m. June 28 at The Barn at Sunset Acres, 451 N. St. Augustine St., Pulaski. The night includes music, food and some special guests. A limited number of dinner tickets are available now for $17. General admission tickets are $10 to come and enjoy the fun. Tickets are available at https://pulaskimusicboosters.ludus.com/200436245.
PHS will have its annual “Sounds of Saputo” Concert at 7 p.m. June 29. This event will include some words from the Tournament of Roses guests, and will feature performances by the Red Raider Marching Band and Red Raider Choir.
The Tournament of Roses guests will be joining the band and choir on the parade route for the 65th Annual Midwestern Rodeo Parade at 10 a.m. July 1 in Manawa.
UW-Extension offering tractor certification
Tractor and machinery safety certification is required for any youth between the ages of 12 and 15 (or until they receive their driver’s license) to be able to drive farm machinery in Wisconsin.
The UW-Madison Division of Extension is offering two courses for youth to become certified this July. There are four days of instruction that will allow students to attend the mandated 24 hours of training.
The first training will occur July 13-14 and July 20-21 at the Pound Town Hall, W8484 County Road B, Coleman. The second training is July 17-18 and July 24-25 at the Matsche Community Center, 362 Railroad Ave., Birnamwood. Each day’s events begin at 9 a.m. and last until 3:15 p.m. Participants can attend instruction at both sites, if their schedule requires, and there is some flexibility with self-study or other makeup options. However, all participants must attend one of the two testing dates.
Successful completion of the course allows 12- and 13-year-olds to work on their families’ farms and operate machinery over public roads between the farm and fields. Successful completion allows 14- and 15-year olds to work for family farms and other farms. The course fee is $45 with participants bringing their own lunches.
The course will allow for both skill and knowledge development, with assistance from local emergency response personnel, local farms, equipment retailers, and others. Participants will be analyzing machinery for safety aspects, learning to conduct on-farm safety assessments, and lots of other activities, along with videos and course material review.
Contact Scott Reuss, regional crops/soils educator, for information or registration at 715-732-7510, 715-701-0966, or scott.reuss@wisc.edu.
Swing to honor girl comes to Bonduel park
The village of Bonduel will honor a young girl who passed away too soon, Megan Madonna-Jo Kelley, with a swing dedication ceremony to be held at 1 p.m. June 24 at Village Park, 214 Park St., Bonduel.
Donated by the Kelley family, the swing ensures Megan will never be forgotten. Megan’s mother, Tammy Kelley, had a vision of creating a beautiful swing for Village Park in remembrance of her daughter. With the gracious help of several members of the community the swing became a reality.
The swing is inscribed with Megan’s name and is placed in an area adjacent to the play area and pavilion at Village Park, where she loved spending time.
Shawano writer publishes short story in Rosebud
Rosebud Magazine has published “The Blue Dog,” a story by Shawano resident John J. Mutter Jr., in the 70th issue of the magazine.
Rosebud has been publishing poetry, prose and artwork for 30 years, and is a highly respected literary magazine. Getting a byline in Rosebud isn’t a piece of cake, as Mutter has been submitting a variety of material to the magazine for 25 years before they accepted “The Blue Dog.” Once accepted, it was almost two years before it appeared in the magazine.
Mutter has been writing seriously for 40 years. He has published four books and won 10 writing awards. His most recent book is “The Oddball,” which chronicles the years of George Putz Jr.
AROUND THE COMMUNITY: Tournament of Roses leaders visiting Pulaski
