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Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center
This week we celebrated Farmer Appreciation Day. We ❤️ #coolestcoast Farmers. And, we ❤️ Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center … an interactive and educational destination to learn all about farming here on the Coolest Coast and across Wisconsin. Check out this Coolest Coast feature to learn more!
SNAPSHOT Beach Cleanup
Thanks to the Friends of the Manitowoc River Watershed and Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership for organizing a Lake Michigan beach cleanup day along our beautiful lakeshore. Here’s a brief snapshot tribute to the beautiful folks doing the important work of keeping our lakeshore beautiful.
Grateful Parks Tour: Citizen Park
Join Parks & Rec Division Manager Curt Hall on the Grateful Parks Tour as we explore Citizen Park. Do you know the meaning of the name of this park? Citizen Park is one of Manitowoc’s most active parks with the Manitowoc Youth Baseball Complex, Manitowoc Family Aquatic Center and Mini-Golf, playground with zipline, tennis courts,
Port Report Episode 6 – June 18, 2021
Anchor Connor Siemers is a special guest aboard the tug Cheyenne, Manitowoc port new fountain goes live, and coolest coast conditions.
Welcome Back SS Badger Carferry 2021
It was a jubilant atmosphere welcoming back the S.S. Badger Carferry for the start of the 2021 sailing season. The high school bands of Manitowoc Lincoln High School Manitowoc Lutheran High School and Roncalli High School/Manitowoc performed a piece entitled “A Jubilant March” composed by Rick Kirby for the 150th Anniversary of the City of
Inauguration City of Manitowoc 2021/04/20
Here’s a look at the full inauguration program of the newly elected Alderpersons and Mayor serving the City of Manitowoc. April 20, 2021 “Together, and only together, can we insure that our Tomorrow is brighter than our Yesterday.” – Mayor Justin Nickels
Clipper City Chordsmen Quartet: A Touch of Harmony
The incredible harmonies of a Clipper City Chordsmen Quartet: A Touch of Harmony prior to the City of Manitowoc Inauguration. #coolestcoast #coolestharmony #publicservice
Coffee On The Coast Live!
Lakeshore Community Job Fair Virtual Job Fair. We’ll be speaking with Jolene Wilkens and Lucas Dulmes about how job seekers can participate, with an intro to how to easily use the online platform.
Art of Tablesetting Exhibit at the Rahr West Art Museum
Join us for a virtual tour of The Rahr West’s “The Art of Tablesetting” during this Live Stream event with introduction by Executive Director Greg Vadney.
Coffee on the Coast: Cooking with Chef Casey – Manitowoc Public Library
Today we are talking with Chef Casey & Tim Gadzinski of Manitowoc Public Library about the upcoming program: Simply Delicious.
Woodland Dunes Expansion
We met with Jim Knickelbine, Executive Director of Woodland Dunes Nature Center and Preserve for a sneak peek of their newly renovated and expanded Nature Center. Hint: It’s gorgeous! The Nature Center is now open to the public with restrictions (Limited to 10 people within at a time, masks required). Infrastructure and resource investments on
LIVE! Coffee with Kristin & Tina | Community and Personal Improvements
Today the ladies are talking about community and personal improvements. Please join in the conversation by commenting. Tina Prigge of Vagabond Creative Studio and Kristin Odell of Grow with KLO. Moms and Entrepreneurs on the Coolest Coast®.
Black Lives Matter with Kevin Sievert
It’s an emotional time, and an important time to have honest and thoughtful dialogue to understand in a meaningful way the relevance and importance of Black Lives Matter. Kevin Sievert sat down with Tina Prigge to unpack what’s happening and to acknowledge that the first step to making a change is understanding and not staying
Carferry 2020 Welcome Back Badger
She’s back! Lake Michigan Carferry S.S. Badger was enthusiastically welcomed back to the Port of Manitowoc for the start (albeit delayed) of the 2020 season. Check out the playful Great Lakes Salutes exchanged between the Badger Carferry and Shore. And an overhead peek at the Official Greeting in the COVID-19 era. And a cameo by
Live! With Kiel Administrators Jamie Aulik (city) and Brad Ebert (school)
Coffee on the Coast with Kiel City Administrator Jamie Aulik and School Administrator Brad Ebert. Find out the unique way they are honoring their graduates in the era of COVID-19.
LIVE COTC With Tom Mlada of The Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership
This Morning we are talking with Tom Mlada of LNRP and learning a bit about what this organization does for our natural resources on the CoolestCoast and beyond.
Coffee with Kristin & Tina | Step Out of Your Comfort Zone
Talking about being brave, stepping out of comfort zones and embracing new experiences. Including first time rock climbing at Strand Adventures!
Hmong Storytime: Children’s Book Read by Xia Vang
In celebration of Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (May), Xia Vang wore traditional Hmong costume and shared a bilingual story in both Hmong and English. The Book is called “Tsev Need Was Kuv Hlub” or “The Family That I Love”, by author See For, illustrated by Duachaka Her. Enjoy.
Hmong Storytime: Children’s Book Read by Kaonou Hang
In celebration of Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (May), Kaonou Hang wore traditional Hmong costume and shared a bilingual story in both Hmong and English. The Book is called “Thom Khwm Liab” or “Red Socks”, by author Ellen Mayer, illustrated by Ying-Hwa Hu. Enjoy.
Local Musicians Share Talents during COVID19
Local musicians have shared their talents for this reel to bring entertainment to those in isolation during the COVID19 Safer at Home order. Song Stylings of Tessa Komorowski and Kevin Sievert; Piano Duo of Dr. Stanislava Varshavski and Dr. Diana Shapiro; Jim Garrington; MPSD Band Bash 2019; and the Coolest Coast feature videos about the
Woodland Dunes Goodwin Road
Enjoy this raised boardwalk walking path through the forest at Woodland Dunes off Goodwin Road. This hidden gem is a great place to air yourself out and maintain your physical and mental well-being during this time of social distancing.
Lakeshore Big Band
Talent abounds on the #coolestcoast. Thanks to Paul Sucherman and David Bourgeois for sharing information about the Lakeshore Big Band. While the spring concert is postponed, you can enjoy the sweet sounds of these musicians rehearsing. A mini-concert for your enjoyment while socially distant.
Waterways Room at Wisconsin Maritime Museum
The Wisconsin Waterways ? Room at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum is a fun and educational hands on learning environment all about how water behaves including dams, irrigation, piping, lochs and resources about marine life in Dr. Gill’s education room. Kids and adults alike will enjoy the interactive exhibits. The Waterways Room really makes a splash!
Mother House Merry Christmas
In March 2020, the City of Manitowoc will celebrate 150 years. On November 9, 2019, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity celebrated 150 years. That’s right. The order was established here on the #coolestcoast before the City of Manitowoc was established as a city. We visited with the Sisters at Holy Family Convent to find
Rosie the Riveter | Coolest Coast History
Christine D. Kornely portrays Rosie the Riveter and shares the history of Rosie the Riveter on the Coolest Coast, the 600 women who left their kitchens to become production warriors during WWII. To see the exhibit, visit Wisconsin Maritime Museum
The Wall That Heals
The Wall that Heals was on display 24/7 at the Manitowoc County Expo Sept. 12 – 15, 2019. Veterans were standing guard and providing information 24/7. All gave some. Some gave all. This is 3/4 replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington DC. The names of 58,276 who gave all and did not
West of the Lake Gardens in Full Bloom
Honoring the legacy of John and Ruth West at the beautiful West of the Lake Gardens and Lester Bentley mural room. 6+ acres of lakeshore beauty in full bloom. Annuals and perennials. The creative work of head gardener and horticulturist Don Cisler and his team in the style of Ruth West.
Holy Family Memorial 120th Anniversary | Coffee on the Coast
Today we learn from Holy Family Memorial President & CEO Brett Norell and Sister Kay of the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity about the deep 120 history of Holy Family Memorial in the community and the 150 year history of the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity. The public is invited to attend the 120th Anniversary
Manitowoc, Wisconsin and Kamogawa, Japan Student Exchange 2019
International friendships, cultural immersion and a broadened perspective on the world are just a few of the benefits of participating in the Manitowoc International Relations Association sister-city student exchange with Kamogawa, Japan. It is a beautiful friendship shared between our two cities. Here the students express in their own words the profound impact of the
Educational Excellence – Graduation 2019
Access to quality education, including higher education, contributes to a great life on the #coolestcoast. ConGRADulations to all the graduates who now step out into the world to make a difference and realize their individual success stories. We are proud of you! There are additional fine institutions throughout the #coolestcoast not featured in this episode.
Memorial Day Parade & Observance 2019
Memorial Day observance – City of Manitowoc. Parade and Ceremony at Veterans’ Memorial Park / Eternal Flame. With respect and deepest gratitude to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the freedoms that we enjoy today. We remember.
Heart-A-Rama – Comedy for a Good Cause
Heart-A-Rama is an incredible local event that blends vaudeville/Satruday Night Live style comedy to raise funds for the American Heart Association. Currently in its 49th year, Heart-A-Rama has raised $2.8 million. Staged and staffed by hundreds of volunteers the evening event features the comedic antics of local performers, live music, food and beverages and plenty
Elk’s Winter Fest
The #coolestcoast knows how to have fun even when the temps are the coolest. Elk’s Winter Fest brings ice carving, ice broom ball, figure skating, live music and more to downtown Manitowoc on a winter’s weekend.
