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KEEP YOUR WATER RUNNING!!!!!
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 As of 7:30 P.M. on Friday, February 14, Weston Municipal Utilities issued a system wide advisory to continuously run water to prevent water service lateral freeze-ups. This advisory remains in effect until further notice. Even though warmer temperatures are expected in the coming weeks, frost remains underground. For more information or updates on the situation, please refer to the Village's website as well as for the FAQ's regarding water service laterals and water service lateral freeze-ups. If you have any questions you can contact our 24 hour Utility line at 715-359-2876. Thank you!
KEEP YOUR WATER RUNNING UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!!!!
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THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS WILL BE HELD THIS WEEK...
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 Village Board meeting, Monday, April 7, 2014 at 6:00 PM
S.A.F.E.R Board of Directors meetings, Tuesday, April 8, 2014 at 6:00 PM
Unless stated otherwise, all meetings are held at the Village of Weston Municipal Center, 5500 Schofield Avenue.
All village meeting agendas and packets can be found on the Agendas and Minutes page of the village website. Sign up for agenda posting notifications on our website through Notify Me!
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THE DEADLINE HAS PASSED FOR 2014 DOG & CAT LICENSING
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 Just a reminder that 2014 Dog and Cat Licensing were to be obtained through PetData directly before April 1, 2014. Licenses can no longer be purchased at the Weston Municipal Center. Late license fees will be charged for those who failed to obtain a license by April 1 of each year or within 30 days of taking ownership of the animal. A fine of $155.50 may be imposed for failure to have your dog and/or cat licensed and vaccinated.
As reminder, per Chapter 10 of the Village of Weston's Municipal Code requires that all cats and dogs must be licensed by the time they become four (4) months of age or within 30 days of an owner obtaining the animal.
For more information, visit www.petdata.com or
call 866-220-5551.
Dog & Cat License Application
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PLAN COMMISSION - VACANT POSITION
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The Village of Weston is looking for a Weston resident to fill a vacancy on the Village's Plan Commission Committee. The committee meets the 2nd Monday of the month (with some additional special meetings), and the meetings start at 6:00 p.m., and generally run 1 to 2 hours. Citizen Committee members earn a $40 stipend per attended meeting (paid out at the end of the year). For more detailed information about this position, interested candidates should click on the following link to apply.
http://www.westonwi.gov/367/Employment
Applications will be accepted through April 20th!
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DART TOURNAMENT - TRAILSIDE BAR AND GRILL
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APRIL 4TH & 5TH - THIS WEEKEND
Join Trailside Bar and Grill (8101 Schofield Ave.,Weston) on Friday night, April 4th as they will be hosting a dart tournament. All dart players are welcome! The event will begin at 9:00PM. There will be CWDA Series, Luck of the Draw and Partners 501 Stacked.
On Saturday, April 5th  there will be BYOP Cricket Doubles starting at 1:00PM and Mixed Doubles (701/Cricket/Choice) at 6:00PM! For more information please call 715-241-8999.
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FREEZE YOUR BUNS RUN
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APRIL 5TH - THIS SATURDAY
Join the Wausau Area High School Leadership Program as they help raise money for Habitat for Humanity in the 3rd Annual Freeze Your Buns Run.
This 5k Run/Walk will be starting and ending at Kennedy Park in Weston on Saturday, April 5th with registration at 8:15am and the race starting at 9:00am.
Pre-Registration Fee is $20 (and includes t-shirt) or $25 the day of the event.
Freeze Your Buns Run Flyer
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POLKA MEETS COUNTRY - DALES WESTON LANES
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APRIL 5TH - THIS SATURDAY
Join the polka band Polish Connection and the country band Led West as they help raise money for the K-Tech Charities Foundation (benefiting Breast Cancer, St. Jude's, and Local Food Pantries).
The 4 th Annual Polka Meets Country is being held Dale's Weston Lanes (5902 Schofield Ave., Weston) on Saturday, April 5th starting at 6:30pm. Tickets available at Dale's Weston Lanes and Online and are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. For more information all 715-359-8488.
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ONLY NAME TOUR 2014
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World Vision presents the Only Name Tour featuring Big Daddy Weave on Thursday, April 10th starting at 7:00pm (doors open at 6:00pm). This event will take place at the Mount Olive Lutheran Church (6205 Alderson Street, Weston).
Also, enjoy music from Group 1 Crew and Tim Timmons. General admission is $15 and VIP tickets (which includes preferred seating, appetizers, drinks, and a pre-show meet & greet) are $25. For additional information call 715-359-5546.
Ticket Info Website
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RHYTHM AND BREWS
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APRIL 11TH
Join The Alzheimer's Association as they host the 10th Annual Rhythm and Brews event on Friday, April 11th at Dale's Weston Lanes (5902 Schofield Avenue, Weston) starting at 7:00pm.
Enjoy beer tasting, great food, silent auction, raffles, and door prizes. There will also be music by String Cheese. Proceeds going to help provided care service, education, and research for those with Alzheimer's. Tickets $30 in advance, ONLINE,
or $35 at the door. Call 715-218-6614 for more information!
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Upcoming Events in the Community
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DANCING FOR THE PAWS
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APRIL 12TH 
The Humane Society of Marathon County and Get Out & Dance present "Dancing For The Paws" on Saturday, April 12, 2014 at the Patriot Center (10101 Market Street, Rothschild). Experience a fun filled evening where you can enjoy dinner (and cocktails if you choose!) before watching local celebrities and their professional dance partners compete for "the coveted mirror ball" trophy! Professional demonstrations, public dancing, a silent auction and an opportunity to support your favorite dancer all add to this event. All proceeds from this event will directly support the homeless pets and programs of the Humane Society of Marathon County.
Tickets are available at the Humane Society of Marathon County, Get Out and Dance and online at www.showtix4u.com. The event starts at 5:00pm. For more information on Dancing for the Paws, please call 715-845-2810. 
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PEYTON'S PROMISE - STOCK THE SHELVES EVENT
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APRIL 12TH
Come and support Peyton's Promise STOCKING THE SHELVES at the area grocery stores. Volunteers will be standing outside local grocery stores on Saturday, April 12th from 10am - 2pm and handing out lists of items that are needed at the Food Pantries. Customers purchase items and donate them on the way out of the store. They will then transport all of the food to local pantries throughout the area. This is a fun way for groups and families to spread awareness about the problem of hunger and fill the shelves of our local pantries
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EASTER FOR KIDS - REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH
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APRIL 13TH
 Redeemer Lutheran Church (6404 Old Costa Lane, Weston) is hosting Easter for Kids event on Sunday, April 13th from 10:30 to noon. Kids can celebrate Easter by making projects, playing games, make and eat snacks and sing songs! For more information and to register for this event please call 715-359-4433 or visit their website at www.redeemerweston.com.
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FREE MOVIE NIGHT - FROZEN
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APRIL 18TH
Enjoy some family time and a great movie as the D. C. Everest Middle School (9302 Schofield Ave., Weston) is hosting a FREE Family Movie Night on Friday, April 18th.
The featured movie is "FROZEN" which begins at 7:00pm. Adults must accompany students and you can bring your own, water soda, and snacks. Please enter through gym doors. For more information call 715-541-9700.
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THORTON WILDER'S "OUR TOWN" PRODUCTION
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APRIL 24TH
Oasis Theater Ensemble in partnership with Everest Academy for the Arts proudly presents "Our Town" April 24-27, 2014.
The production will take place at the D.C. Everest Sr. High (6500 Alderson St., Weston).
Tickets are $12 for Adults and $10 for Seniors and Students and be purchased on at www.showtix4u.com or at the door. Showtimes are:
Thursday, April 24th: 7:30pm
Friday, April 25th: 7:30pm
Saturday, April 26th: 7:30pm
Sunday, April 27th: 2:00pm
For more information please call 715-359-6561.
Oasis Theater Ensemble Web Page
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HOME COMPOSTING WORKSHOP
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Join the Marathon County Solid Waste and Recycling Connections Corporation as they present a Home Composting Workshop on Tuesday, April 22nd (Earth Day) from 6-7:30pm, and on Saturday, April 26th from 10-11:30am.
There will be an educational presentation given in the Village of Weston Board Room (5500 Schofield Ave), followed by a hands-on demonstration outside, so please dress appropriately (if we are experiencing wet-inclement weather, the hands-on demonstration will take place in the Board Room as well). Compost Bins and Kitchen Pails will also be available for purchase, following each workshop.
Cost: $5.00 (per household - limit to 2 per household)
Pre-Registration is Appreciated!! Please contact Valerie Parker at 715-241-2607, or via e-mail at: vparker@westonwi.gov. People who register, and attend, will be entered into a drawing for a door prize, and will get a special gift for attending (Workshop is limited to 50 people).
Registration fees can be dropped off in person or mailed to:
Village of Weston
Attn: Valerie Parker
5500 Schofield Avenue
Weston, WI 54476
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HEALTHY KIDS DAY - ASPIRUS YMCA
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APRIL 26TH
Join the Aspirus YMCA for Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 26th for their Healthy Kids Day. The event will be from 12:00PM - 3:00PM and held at the Aspirus YMCA (3402 Howland Ave., Weston).
There will be an information station on camp programs, summer membership, child care, the Wausau Triathlon and financial scholarships. There will be a youth fitness challenge with prizes and a pitch hit run competition on the soccer field. You can also try the Cardio Kids class in the gym or gymnastics and tumbling in the wellness studio. And don't forget about the open swim and aquatic activities along with craft projects and a book fair. For additional information call 715-841-1850.
YMCA Website
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HANDCUFF POOL TOURNAMENT
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APRIL 26TH
Come be a part of the of the 8th Annual Handcuff Pool Tournament being held on Saturday, April 26th at Down the Hill Bar (1903 Cuttoff Rd., Weston). The tournament beings at 11:00 am.
Cost is $20 per team (Coed-Doubles) for the first 16 teams paid. Best 2 out of 3, double elimination with 100% payback. Proceeds to benefit the Humane Society of Marathon County (HSMC). Enjoy food, fun, prizes, raffles and a great tournament while supporting the homeless pets at HSMC. For more information please call 715-432-7327.
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CAR SEAT RECYCLING DAY
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Safe Kids Wisconsin and its partners are sponsoring a Car Seat Recycle Day on Saturday, April 26th. Drop off is at the Schofield Fire Department (1325 Schofield Ave., Schofield) from 9AM to Noon.
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VILLAGE WIDE RUMMAGE SALE
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MAY 2ND & 3RD
 The Village of Weston will be holding its annual Village Wide Rummage Sale on Friday, May 2nd and Saturday, May 3rd.
To be included on the Map where the Rummage Sales are located, please fill out the Rummage Sale Map Application. You may also pick up applications at the Weston Municipal Center at 5500 Schofield Ave. Forms need to be submitted by April 24, 2014.
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Community News and Announcements
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RULES & POINTERS FOR PEDESTRIANS & DRIVERS
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FAMILY IMMUNIZATION APPOINTMENT CLINICS - MARATHON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
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Marathon County Health Department is offering Family Immunization Clinics in Wausau, Mosinee & Western Marathon County. For more information and to schedule an appointment at any Marathon County Immunization Clinic please call 715-261-1900 or Toll Free 1-800-236-0153 (ask for Health Department). Please check out the Family Immunization Flyer for detailed information about the clinics, times, locations & information on immunization.
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TENANTS WANTED
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S.C Swiderski LLC, a Rapidly Growing Real Estate Investment & Property Management Company, is currently looking for tenants! Their current locations are in Edgar, Medford, Merrill, Mosinee, Plover, Rib Mountain, Schofield, Stevens Point, Waupaca, Wausau & Wisconsin Rapids!
New Construction in Rice Lake, WESTON & Wisconsin Rapids.
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FREE!! 2013 INCOME TAX PREPARATION
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Low-to-moderate income taxpayers; Emphasis on age 60+
Call United Way 2-1-1
Weekdays 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM to schedule an appointment
(Call after January 15th 2014)
Check out the AARP 2013 Income Tax Preparation Poster for additional details and locations.
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Contact Us
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Village of Weston
5500 Schofield Ave.
Weston, WI 54476
715-359-6114
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As the weather gets warmer there will be more pedestrians walking and running along the road ways. Please watch for pedestrians while driving, and pedestrians please only cross at crosswalks and watch for cars. See the document below for the WI Pedestrian Laws or go to the