Friday, August 21, 2026

StrongBodies- Little Suamico! 

Staying strong and active as we age can make a big difference in maintaining independence and enjoying the activities we love. This StrongBodies session is a 10-week strength training program designed for mid-life and older adults that combines progressive resistance training, balance, and flexibility exercises.

Strength training can help maintain and build muscle, support bone health, improve strength for everyday activities, and make it easier to stay independent. Balance exercises can improve stability and confidence with movement and help reduce the risk of falls. Just as importantly, StrongBodies provides an opportunity to exercise with others, build connections, and make physical activity a regular part of your routine.

Classes meet twice a week and are led by a trained facilitator. Come get stronger, improve your balance, stay active, and connect with others in your community!

📅 September 14 – November 18
🕘 Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:00–10:15 AM
📍 St. John's Lutheran Church, 1253 County Rd J, Little Suamico

Register by September 9:
https://go.wisc.edu/0h4l24

Questions? Contact Sarah Schindel at Sarah.Schindel@wisc.edu or 920-834-6898.

If you’re a family caregiver, you understand both the rewards and challenges of caregiving. Powerful Tools for Caregivers can help!

You may not even think of yourself as a caregiver – you’re simply helping someone you love. But when the stresses and difficulties that often come with caregiving become overwhelming, it’s important to take care of yourself too. That’s where Powerful Tools for Caregivers © (PTC) comes in. 

Questions?  Contact Katie Daul

Katie.Daul@wisc.edu

Direct: (920) 834-6848

StrongBodies- Riverview!

Looking to build strength, improve balance, and stay active? StrongBodies is an evidence-based strength training program designed especially for mid-life and older adults. Classes focus on progressive resistance training, flexibility, and balance to help you feel stronger, move better, and stay independent.

Program Details:

📅 Dates: September 9 – November 27, 2026
🕘 Time: Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:00 – 10:15 a.m.
📍 Location: Town of Riverview Community Center 15152 Island Lake Rd., Mountain

This 12-week program meets twice weekly and is led by trained facilitator Katie Daul. You’ll follow a structured, progressive plan that helps build strength safely while connecting with others in a supportive group setting.

👉 Register here:

https://go.wisc.edu/f1q8c5

Deadline to sign up: September 2

Questions? Contact Katie Daul at katie.daul@wisc.edu or 920-834-6848.

Get ready to build strength and confidence with StrongBodies, a low-impact strength training program coming to the Oconto County Youth Fair!

Join us for a free sneak peek session on Thursday, August 27 from 10:00–11:30 AM at the Zippel Park Bingo Tent (next to the Expo Building in Gillett). This evidence-based program is designed for all fitness levels and focuses on improving strength, muscle mass, bone density, and everyday function.

No registration is required—just stop by and give it a try!

For more information, contact Katie Daul :

katie.daul@wisc.edu 

920-834-6848.

A 2026 research study sought to learn if taking a financial education class in high school, college, or through work was connected to better financial health. More specifically, the researchers tested if, and how, financial education helps by teaching people factual information, by increasing a person's confidence in managing money, or both.

The researchers measured financial health based on 4 habits (spending within means, saving, managing debt, and planning ahead) by comparing people who took a financial education class versus those who did not.

The research results show that people who took financial education classes scored higher in financial health than those who did not primarily because the financial education boosted their confidence in feeling they were able to make good money decisions. While increasing factual knowledge helps, the study suggests that to improve people's financial health, financial education must help students practice real-life decisions and build personal confidence.

CHeck out Extension’s robust programming around financial education: https://finances.extension.wisc.edu/

Come explore one of Marinette County’s most historic treasures! On Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Friends of Camp Bird will host an Appreciation Day from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Camp Bird Youth Center (N8395 Caldron Falls Road, Crivitz, WI).

We’ll be serving up a good old-fashioned camp meal: charcoal-grilled hot dogs and brats with all the fixings, baked beans, chips, and desserts. Enjoy your meal in our historic log cabin dining hall, then take a tour through the buildings, around the grounds, or along the beautiful lake trail. Basketball, tetherball, and sand volleyball courts will also be open for families to enjoy!

Since 1943, Camp Bird has been a cornerstone for local youth. Come reminisce, enjoy the day, and help support our mission. While there is no set cost, donations are greatly appreciated—all proceeds go directly toward camp maintenance and improvements.

· Future Rentals: If you’re interested in renting the camp for a future youth outing, this is the perfect time for a tour!

· Please note: Waterfront activities are not available, and pets are not allowed per state regulations. RSVP: Get your tickets for this event here or scan the code.

Questions? Kindly email friendsofcampbird@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook @campbirdforlutherans to join the conversation and stay updated.

Tuesday, August 25 | 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | North Star Mohican Casino Resort, Bowler, WI

The Wisconsin Tribal Dementia Care Specialists invite family caregivers, professionals, and community members to attend the **Tribal Caregiver Conference: Finding Strength in the Journey of Caregiving**.

This FREE conference features special guest speaker Martin Schreiber, former Wisconsin Governor and author of My Two Elaines, along with dementia education, resources, networking, breakfast, lunch, bingo, and door prizes.

Register by August 15: https://bit.ly/4gQAk75    

A hotel room block is also available. Please share this opportunity with family caregivers, Tribal partners, ADRCs, Aging Units, healthcare providers, memory clinics, and other community organizations serving people living with dementia. 

Men's Mental Health Event
Healthy Oconto County Coalition

Let’s be real—life gets heavy. Work, family, expectations, and dealing with difficult people can wear you down fast. Most guys just push through it. This event is about giving you better ways to handle it.

Join us for a practical, no-fluff night with Dr. Michael Weber, a nationally recognized speaker with 40+ years of experience. He’ll break down how to deal with negative people, communicate without escalating conflict, and keep yourself from getting pulled into the negativity.

What to expect:
• Straightforward, useful strategies you can actually use
• A solid meal (family-style dinner included)
• A relaxed setting—no pressure, just real conversation
• Chances to win some great raffle prizes (YETI cooler, grill/smoker, gift cards, and more)

Event Details:
Thursday, October 22, 2026
5:00–8:00 PM (Dinner served at 5:30)
Romy’s Holiday Inn
9600 Hwy G, Suring, WI

Cost: $25 (includes dinner + program)

Register here: bit.ly/4vWLRXI

You must be present to win raffle prizes.

If cost is a barrier, reach out—we have sponsorships available to help cover registration.

Questions or need help registering:
Brenda Rehberg
(920) 835-1101
Brenda.Rehberg@emplifyhealth.org

Come connect with others, enjoy a cup of coffee, and walk away with easy, actionable steps to improve your every day life. 

 Coffee provided (additional items available for purchase)
Bring a friend and invest in your health—you’re worth it! 

A free conference where fathers, mentors, coaches and allies from across Wisconsin gather to learn, support each other and strengthen their roles in their families and communities. 

2026 Topics Include:

• Tax-Filing Basics

• Budgeting & Spending Plans

• Credit Reports

• Getting Out of Debt

• Saving Basics

• Fraud & Scam Prevention

• Money Habits & Holiday Spending

…and more!

Rent Smart is designed for people with little or no rental experience or those that have had difficulty obtaining rental housing.
What you will learn:
- Planning for and meeting monthly expenses
- Tips for finding and maintaining affordable housing
- How to complete an application and why landlords screen applicants
- Strategies for building positive relationships with landlords and neighbors
- Responsibilities and rights of landlords and tenants

This event will be conducted in English. You may request an interpreter, materials in an alternative language and/or format, and/or other services to make this event more accessible. Contact us at todd.wenzel@wisc.edu or you may include your request here (on the registration form). Make your request at least 25 days before the event.

Rent Smart is brought to you by UW-Madison, Division of Extension.
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law. 

StrongBodies Virtual Program (via Zoom)

Looking to build strength, improve balance, and stay active from home? Join our upcoming StrongBodies virtual program, an evidence-based strength training class designed to help improve muscle strength, bone density, and overall mobility.

Classes run July 7 – September 24, 2026, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00–10:15 AM. Each session includes progressive resistance training, balance work, and flexibility exercises—all guided in a supportive, easy-to-follow format.

This program is great for adults of all fitness levels looking to stay strong and independent.

Register here: https://go.wisc.edu/566c4x

Questions? Contact: strongbodies@extension.wisc.edu

Join the Extension Horticulture Program throughout 2026 for an opportunity to connect with plant health experts from the UW-Madison Division of Extension. Each session, held monthly on Wednesdays, offers a chance to ask questions about trees and shrubs, homegrown fruits and vegetables, indoor plants, ornamental landscapes, lawns, and more.

Whether it’s about plant problems, diseases, pesky insects, or the selection and general care of plants in and around your home, our panel of seasoned experts will provide you with insightful answers.

The goal of these sessions is to connect how sustainable gardening practices positively impact landscapes and ecosystems, cultivate your knowledge of horticulture practices that improve biodiversity in landscapes, increase your understanding of climate change in horticulture, and promote adaptive strategies and the adoption of resilient gardening practices.

These online sessions are free but registration is required for each session that you would like to attend. Upon registration you will receive an email confirmation with the link for joining the session.

Do you have questions about your garden, lawn, trees, or plants? The Horticulture Help Desk is here to help!

Join us for Help Desk Hours every Monday and Thursday from 1:00–3:00 PM, where you’ll have real-time access to a horticulture professional ready to assist with your gardening questions.

Choose a 15- or 30-minute session during available times:

Mondays & Thursdays: 1:00–3:00 PM

Fridays: 10:00 AM–12:00 PM (as needed)

Appointments can be held via Zoom or phone, making it easy and convenient to get expert advice from wherever you are.

🌿 Book your appointment today: go.wisc.edu/HortHelpDesk

Whether you're troubleshooting plant issues, planning your garden, or looking for expert advice, we’re here to support your growing success!

Have a yard or garden question but can’t make it to Help Desk hours? We’ve got you covered!

Submit your question anytime using our online form—available 24/7. Whether it’s about plants, lawns, trees, or garden pests, our horticulture experts are ready to help.

👉 Submit your question here: https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/ask-a-gardening-question/