UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, August 9 - Sunday, August 17, 2008 -- Art Show
The OCHS Art Show will begin Saturday, August 9 and continue through Sunday, August 17, 2008. The criteria for this event is simple. Artists that live or have lived in Oconto County may exhibit two of their creations. Persons interested in exhibiting items may call Rosemary Rice at 920-834-2437 by July 25. Invitations and notices will be in the local newspapers. Space is limited. We try to accommodate 30 artists. Artwork will be placed throughout the historical Beyer Home Museum and Annex for folks to enjoy. Last year 23 individuals shared a variety of artistic mediums -- quilting, applique, acrylic, oil and watercolor painting, photography, wood carving, scroll saw pictures, fiber art, and nature study drawings. Twelve of these people repeatedly contribute to the Art Show. Therefore, PLAN AHEAD. Mark your calendar. Prepare to be a participant or a spectator.
Sunday, August 10, 2008, 4:00 p.m. -- Music in the Gazebo
The Sohrweide family will provide entertainment for the public at the Beyer Home Museum grounds. This event is organized by the Oconto County Historical Society and donations are appreciated. The Beyer Home Museum will have extended hours on that day. It will be open until the time of the concert. Regular tour charges will apply of $4 for adults and $2 for children.
Tuesday, August 12, 2008, 6:30 p.m. -- Main Street guided walking tour
Meet the guide at Farnsworth Library for a stroll down historic west Main Street. Twenty-one historic homes and one church reflect a variety of architectural designs and influences. Many belonged to prominent Oconto business families. The whole district was placed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1979. There will also be a tour of the First Church of Christ Scientist building, the first building built specifically as a Christian Science church. The group will also tour the beautiful gardens at the Steve and Judy Sowle residence.
Saturday, August 16, 2008, 2:00 p.m. -- Main Street guided walking tour
Meet the guide at Farnsworth Library for a stroll down historic west Main Street. Twenty-one historic homes and one church reflect a variety of architectural designs and influences. Many belonged to prominent Oconto business families. The whole district was placed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1979. There will also be a tour of the First Church of Christ Scientist building, the first building built specifically as a Christian Science church. The group will also tour the beautiful gardens at the Steve and Judy Sowle residence.
Sunday, August 17, 2008, 2:00 p.m. -- Music in the Gazebo
Robert Skelly and Friends will be performing music from the 40s and 50s at the Beyer Home Museum grounds. This event is organized by the Oconto County Historical Society. It is free but donations are appreciated. The Beyer Home Museum will have extended hours on that day. It will be open until the time of the concert. Regular tour charges will apply of $4 for adults and $2 for children.
Last updated on: August 6, 2008