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VILLAGE WIDE RUMMAGE SALE
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MARK YOUR CALANDER
 The Village of Weston will be holding its annual Village Wide Rummage Sale on Friday, May 2nd and Saturday, May 3rd.
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THE FOLLOWING MEETINGS WILL BE HELD THIS WEEK...
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Park & Rec committee meeting, Monday, April 28, 2014 at 5:15 PM
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting (Village Board & Plan Commission), Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 5:30 PM
Finance committee meeting, Wednesday, April 30, 2014 at 6:00 PM (The meeting will be held in the Conference Room)
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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WESTON WATER UTILITY
SPRING 2014 MAIN FLUSHING
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The Village of Weston Water Utility will be flushing the water mains beginning Monday, April 28 thru Wednesday June 4, 2014. Water mains will be flushed between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM on these dates.
You may notice that your water has a reddish color or tint during or following the flushing. This discoloration should be eliminated shortly after you have run water through your own service line. If the discoloration persists, please contact our office.
Those with sensitive water needs should draw water before the hours of flushing to reduce the chance of discolored water. White laundry should not be washed while the mains are being flushed in your area. You may also notice a change in water pressure while hydrants are flushed in your area. Hydrants may be flushed on Fridays to keep up with the schedule. You may notice a change in water pressure while hydrants are flushed in your area.
Please call our office at 359-2876 to check for any changes in the flushing schedule or if you have specific concerns.
2014 Spring Water Main Flushing Schedule
2014 Spring Water Main Flushing Map
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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 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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SWIMMING LESSONS SIGN-UP
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 Beginning Monday, April 21st, Weston residents can begin sign-up for Swim Lessons ($15) and on May 5th, non-residents can begin sign-up ($20).
Lessons will run from 10am to 10:50am from June 16th through August 8th.
There are 3 sessions available:
Session 1: June 16th - 27th
Session 2: July 7th - July 18th
Session 3: July 28th - August 8th
For more information contact the Village of Weston at 715-359-6114 or go the Aquatic Center Page on our website.
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SOUTH AREA FIRE DISTRICT
LIFE RUN
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Join the South Area Fire and Emergency Response District (S.A.F.E.R) for their "Life Run" beginning at the Rib Mountain Fire Station (5901 Hummingbird Rd., Wausau) on Saturday, May 17th.
Registration for this 5K Run/Walk begins at 6:30am with the race starting at 8:00am. Cost is $25 with proceeds benefiting the Never Forgotten Honor Flight and The Salvation Army.
For more information please call 715-355-6763. Registration Deadline is April 25!
South Area Fire District Life Run Website
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LIGHT POLE FOR SALE
BIDS WANTED
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The Village of Weston is accepting bids on a street light pole.
Description of Light Pole
The pole is 30 feet long, with a 12 inch X 12 inch square base. The diameter of the pole is 8 inches at the base and tapers to 4 inches at the top of the pole. The pole is made of aluminum.
The pole can be seen by appointment only (during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.), by calling the Village Office at (715) 359-6114 and ask for Doug.
Please submit your sealed bid (Minimum Bid $125) with a notation on the outside of the envelope "Light Pole Bid", no later than 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 9, 2014 (at which time the sealed bids will be opened and read aloud), to:
Weston Municipal Center
Attn: Public Works Department
5500 Schofield Avenue
Weston, WI 54476
Bidders must include their name, address, and daytime phone number. Bids will not be accepted via e-mail. This Pole will be sold, as is, to the highest bidder. Payment will only be acceptable in the form of cash or cashiers check (made payable to Village of Weston).
The Village of Weston reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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VILLAGE OF WESTON SPRING BULK ITEM DROP-OFF AT ADVANCED DISPOSAL SERVICES
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The annual Bulk-Item Drop-Off is scheduled to occur May 15th-May 17th, and will be held again at Advanced Disposal Services, located at 5509 Fuller Street.
The items that will be accepted include: Non-Metal Items, Furniture, Carpeting, Scrap Lumber, Mattresses, and Glass Windows. There is no charge to dispose of the above items for Town and Village Residents. Proof of Residency is Required. Advanced will allow you to dispose of other items for a fee.
Time Details:
May 15th & 16th: 8:00am - 4:00pm
May 17th: 8:00am - 2:00pm
Spring Bulk Item Drop Off Program Website
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HOW TO BUILD A RAIN BARREL WORKSHOP
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The Village of Weston Water Utility will be hosting a FREE workshop on "How to Build a Rain Barrel" on Saturday, May 17th.
During this workshop, a presentation on water conservation and efficiency will be given as well as a presentation giving you many ideas and some general step-by-step instructions on how to build that perfect rain barrel unique to your needs. Village of Weston residents and Weston Water Utility customers attending will leave the workshop with a white 55-gallon barrel.
All Village of Weston residents who harvest rain water via a rain barrel (or rain garden), are eligible for the one-time storm water credit (provided you have not received that credit already). The storm water credit is calculated out at 68% of your annual storm water bill (example: $48.00/year fee for a single-family home = $32.64 credit).
Contact Valerie Parker at (715) 241-2607 or via e-mail: vparker@westonwi.gov to register for this workshop. This event is open to the public, but seating is limited, so please register in advance.
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Community Events this Week
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GHIDORZI GREEN & CLEAN 2014
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APRIL 26TH
Join the Ghidorzi Green & Clean movement on Saturday, April 26th, from 9:00am - 11:00am and honor Earth Day in hopes for a litter-free community. Check in and refreshments will be at 8:30am.
Everyone from the community is invited to help in the cleanup which encompasses the entire Wausau Metro Area and includes six sites in Weston. There are even "Kid Friendly" areas where the whole family can participate. Safety green t-shirts, trash bags, and gloves are provided, along with a FREE thank you kick-off of delicious refreshments. For more information about this event please call 715-845-7282.
Ghidorzi Green & Clean 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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ASPIRUS YMCA
HEALTHY KIDS DAY
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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.
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CAR SEAT RECYCLING DAY
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APRIL 26TH
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.
Car Seat Recycle Day Flyer
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BIKE RODEO
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MAY 3RD
The Everest Area Optimist Club (along with other various sponsors) is hosting its annual Bike Rodeo on Saturday, May 3rd from 11:00AM - 1:00PM. This event will take place at the Weston Safety Building (5303 Mesker St., Weston)
The Bike Rodeo will be open for children through age 13 and trophies will be awarded in 7 age categories. Helmets, bicycle safety inspections, bike licenses, and use of the Mountain Bay Trial will be FREE to the first 325 entrants. There will also be door prizes, a bike auction, and refreshments.
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MULCH-O-RAMA
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MAY 3RD
 
Join Re-vi Design on Saturday, May 3rd from 10am to 2pm in the Weston Center (3910 Schofield Ave., Weston) parking lot (corner of Camp Phillips and Schofield Avenue) for their 4th Annual Mulch-O-Rama!
Come see the 30' tall mulch pile. Cost will be $18/yard with $2/yard being donated to Wausau's first public botanical gardens the Robert W. Monk Public Gardens.
Mulch-O-Rama 2014 flyer
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BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK
"GIRLS NIGHT OUT"
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MAY 4TH
Come support D.C. Everest/Wausau Blessings in a Backpack as they host their 2nd Annual "Girls Night Out" at the Wausau Country Club (208 Country Club Rd., Schofield).
The evening will feature live music by Chad Brecke, horse racing, hat making, photo booth, silent auction items, great food and much more...This program sends food home on the weekend with DC Everest and Wausau area children who may not receive the food they need on the weekends. Tickets are $40 in advance or $50 at the door. The event goes from 5:00pm until 8:00pm. For more information or to purchase tickets email: contact@bibdcewausau.org or call 715-298-1915.
Girl Night Out Flyer
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HOSPICE PLANT SALE
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MAY 9TH & 10TH
Welcome in spring with beautiful annuals as Ministry Home Care hosts their annual Hospice Plant Sale (just in time for Mother's Day).
Located in the Marshfield Clinic/Ministry Saint Clare's Weston Center - Parking Lot 7 (3501 Cranberry Blvd.). Proceeds benefit patients and families cared for by Ministry Home Care-Hospice Services.
Friday: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am - 1:00pm
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RUN FOR HOSPICE
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Families and friends can honor a loved one and support hospice care at the annual Run For Hospice fundraiser sponsored by the Fabiano Brothers, on Saturday, May 10th in Weston at 7205 Zinser St.
The event will feature a 5K or 10K Run/Walk with chip timing, and new for this year is a non-competitive level. There will also be a "Carnival Midway" with games for kids, bounce house, face painting, kids runs, food, beverages, music by Brad Emanuel, and raffles will be available during the event.
Registration for the run/walk is $25 per person on or before May 3, 2014, $30 from May 4-8 and $35 for same day registration.
Proceeds from this year's event will be used to assist in funding a community care room for patients with identified financial need at Aspirus Hospice House.
For more information please go to the Run for Hospice Website.
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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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WISCONSIN CENTRALTIME
MARATHON COUNTY NEWSLETTER
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Want to "Be in the Know with Wisconsin Central Time?"...then sign up today to start receiving their electronic newsletter which is a means to communicate what Marathon County Government is doing to make our county a great place to work, play and live! Please check out Marathon Countys Newsletter Page to view the most current newsletter and to subscribe to their mailing list!
Spring 2014 Marathon County Newsletter
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WAUSAU REGION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
THE CHAMBER CONNECTION
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Check out the April Chamber Connection Newsletter. The April issue has Member News, Featured Member Business, Small Business of the Year, Ambassador of the Month, Volunteer Spotlight, New members and Ribbon Cuttings!
April 2014 Chamber Connect Newsletter
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MARATHON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
BOOK SALE
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MAY 1ST, 2ND, 3RD & 4TH
The friends of Marathon County Public Library are hosting a book sale May 1st thru May 4th.
There will be new and gently used books, paperbacks, puzzles, software, videos, CD's, audio books and record albums! Most items are only 50¢! Proceeds from book sales go to support library programs and help purchase library materials and equipment.
Thursday, May 1: 5-8pm - (Friends of the Library Only)
Friday, May 2nd: 9:30am-4:30pm
Saturday, May 3rd: 9:30am-4:30pm
Sunday, May 4th: 1-4pm (Bag Sale $6 Bag)
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Community News and Announcements
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PEYTON'S PROMISE
WESTON FOOD DRIVE
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Thanks for the continued support from the Village of Weston Area Schools, Residents, Pick n Save, Abby Bank and Fantastic Sam's, for their tremendous effort in supporting Peyton's Promise to help the many needy families throughout the year.
Peyton's Promise has also started an "Item of the Month" collection, in which April's item is Paper Products (paper towel, toilet paper, and tissue). These can be dropped off at the Village of Weston Municipal Center (between 7:30 and 5:00), Pick n Save, Fantastic Sam's, Community Presbyterian Church, or Abby Bank.
We also want to recognize the 2013-2014 Peyton Promise Advocates in our schools . . .
Madeline Martin, Rachel Johnson, Dorene Sanchez, Megan Ninnemann, Ka Lang Lor, Kendra Wolfgram, Cailin Hargraves
Emma Bloemers, Sara Mayer, Madison Baregi & Rebecca Ream.
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"CUTEST CUTIE PIE"
PHOTO CONTEST
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Cutie Pie Photo Studio in Weston (corner of Camp Phillips and Schofield Ave) is working with the Ronald McDonald House for the month of April to help families with seriously ill children who are hospitalized or in need of outpatient treatment, have a place to stay. Cutie Pie Studio is having a "Cutest Cutie Pie" contest where people can vote for their favorite photo for $1 a vote. All proceeds will be going to the "Ronald McDonald House". So go to Cutie Pie Photo Studio and vote for your favorite photo and help those families in need.
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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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