From the 3/3-3/16 issue:

Local Sports Games:

For the next two weeks, there are currently no local games or meets to attend. However, here are some upcoming Green Bay Gambler games. Show up and support our area Tier 1 hockey team!

Green Bay Gamblers:

• Fri., Mar. 6: Gamblers Hockey (Girl Scout Night): Home game at the Resch Center, Green Bay.

• Sat., Mar. 7: Gamblers Hockey (Bud Night/Heavy Metal): Home game at the Resch Center.

Local Fitness Opportunities:  

Many people don’t realize the great gym opportunities in the Marinette area. Listed below are some of the best local gyms and the perks that go with each one. (More gyms to come in the next issue of The Driftwood.)

• • BlissFIT Studio: This fitness studio is women-only and offers personal training, tanning, and fitness classes ranging from High-Intensity Interval Training to Mommy & Me Movement Hour. For women who prefer a smaller gym focused on high-quality studio classes, BlissFIT is the perfect option. In addition, the gym offers free child care while you work out.
    Cost: Classes start at $7 per drop-in and $25/month (per class type), or choose a $50/month unlimited 9 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. class option. Open gym times (held when classes are NOT in session) are available only to those who purchase an unlimited class option. 
  • UW Marinette Field House: Our campus Field House offers more than just a gym and weight room. It’s free to enter with your Marinette Campus ID, and best of all, there is a pool! Also known as the River Cities Community Pool, the Field House pool offers open swim hours, plus water aerobics and water yoga classes, which are also free for Marinette campus students. You can even rent the pool for a private party of up to 30 people for only $60/hour.
    Cost: Free with your Marinette Campus ID!
  • Planet Fitness:
    This gym offers shiny new aerobic and weight-lifting equipment, a circuit area, and free virtual workouts via its app. In addition, a Black Card membership gets you access to massage chairs, tanning, and infrared light therapy booths. Planet Fitness is open 24/7, and on the first Monday of every month, they offer free pizza! The Basic Membership is an affordable option on a student budget.
    Cost: $10/month for a Basic Membership; $22.99/month for a Black Card Membership, which allows you to bring a free guest.
  • IronHouse Family Fitness: Many people locally have heard of the IronHouse because of their very experienced trainers. However, most don’t know that staff will watch your children while you work out, and they have a protein shake bar! This independently owned gym offers all the equipment you’ll get at fitness chains, plus CrossFit classes, 24/7 access, and small-town service.
    Cost: $19.99/month with your student ID. (Other memberships start at $27.99/month.)
  • To be continued in the next issue….

—A.J. Corey, Sports Editor

From the 3/3-3/16 issue:

Featured Book: Contemporary Debates: Poverty and Welfare in America, Examining the Facts 

by David Wagner

Many people have felt the effects of poverty in the United States, whether they have lived through it or watched someone else endure it. However, what some may not understand are the sheer amount of myths and untruths surrounding the topic of poverty in today’s society. This edition of the Contemporary Debates series gives excellent, unbiased insight to not only the politics of poverty, but also the current, personal issues around which poverty could rear its ugly head.

As a question-and-answer formatted book, I highly recommend picking up a copy and at least skimming through.  Who knows? Maybe it’ll answer some questions you’ve had but couldn’t find the words to express. Better yet, it could help you relate to what politicians are referring to when they talk about poverty, and perhaps you’ll gain a more insightful understanding of whom you’d like to vote for in the coming elections.

Other New Historical Nonfiction Books in the Marinette Campus Library

• Southern History on Screen: Race and Rights, 1976-2016 by Bryan M. Jack.
• In Theaters Everywhere: A History of the Hollywood Wide Release 1913-2017 by Brian Hannan.
• Immigration and the American Ethos by Morris Levy and Matthew Wright.
• Refugees in America: Stories of Courage, Resilience, and Hope in Their Own Words by Lee T. Bycel.

—Emily Burns, Books Editor

From the 3/3-3/16 Issue:

Featured Services: Tutors and Brainfuse

What’s the difference between crafting a B-grade paper and an A-grade paper? A second pair of eyes! While you have spent many hours refining, trimming, polishing your paragraphs, you might be desensitized to any remaining flaws. Enter: Brittany Daigneault and Ms. Rysavy! They can view your work through a fresh set of lenses and offer you tips on how to make it even better. And we don’t just have tutors for English; we also have Sophia Dao for Math. All our tutors are knowledgeable in their subjects, and they can also help you use Brainfuse for the subjects they can’t cover. Stop by the Learning Center in M-113! (Tutor hours are posted outside the Learning Center and on our website.)

Plus, don’t forget about Brainfuse. This online tutoring service offers 24/7 tutoring in math, writing, and many other subjects, and it’s free for all UW-Green Bay students. Visit the Marinette Campus Learning Center website and click on the Brainfuse logo, or click here to go directly to our UW-Green Bay Brainfuse site.

—Indigo Ramirez, Campus Clubs & Services Editor

From the 3/3-3/16 Issue:

Featured Event: Menominee High School Presents Legally Blonde: The Musical!

March 12th, 13th, 14th, & 15th: Come on down to Menominee High School to see this year’s musical: Legally Blonde! Watch as sorority girl Elle Woods tries to get into Harvard to win back her ex-boyfriend. Tickets are required and are $10.00 at the door, or they can be purchased in advance for $9.00 at Menominee High School and the Jack’s Fresh Market in Menominee. Performances start at 7 p.m. on March 12th – 14th, and at 2 p.m. on March 15th.

On-Campus:

• Tues., March 3rd: Danica Oudens Visiting Artist Talk: Theater Gallery, 12:30 p.m.

Off-Campus:

• Tues., March 3rd: Vintage Truck Sign-Making Class @ Prickly Pear Studio and Ceramic Cafe. Pre-registration required. Cost $45. 5:30-8 p.m.
• Fri., March 6th & Sat., March 7th: Harry Potter Nights @ Spies Public Library. Pre-registration required for 2nd-6th graders. 6 – 7:30 p.m.
• Thurs., March 12th: “Sip and Paint” Bob Ross-Inspired Painting Class for Teens @ Stephenson Public Library. Pre-registration required. 2 – 3:30 p.m.
• Sat. March 14th: Ordinary Person EP Release Show/ Celebration with Musician Abigail Nygren @ EnJoy Gifts and Gathering. 6:30 p.m.
• Sat. March 14th: “Beautiful Sunset” Acrylic Painting Class with Sherry @ First Street Art Gallery. Pre-registration required. Cost $30. All supplies provided. 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
• March 12th, 13th, 14th, & 15th: Menominee High School Presents Legally Blonde: The Musical.

—Cassidy MacArthur, Theater & Arts Editor

From the 3/3-3/16 Issue:

Visual Arts Club

Say hello to Visual Arts Club (formerly known as VPAC)! President Abigail Marquardt and Vice President Nikki Grom lead this club, and lately they’ve been combining the arts with movie nights. So far, they’ve explored latch hooking, crochet, and clay! This is a great club for exploring creative interests, so I highly recommend you swing by their next meetings on March 5th or March 12th! (See the “Campus and Community Events” section for locations and times.)

—Indigo Ramirez, Clubs & Services News Editor

From the 3/3-3/16 Issue

Feature: Discounts from Local Businesses

Did you know? Several local businesses in the Marinette-Menominee area offer student discounts with your UW-Green Bay, Marinette Campus ID. Get a portion off your check at really good restaurants, local gyms, gas stations, and movie theaters, and more. Check out the updated list here!

Feature: Apply for Scholarships!

On-Campus Events:

• March 2nd – March 31st (noon deadline): The scholarship application window is open for the M&M Area Community Foundation Scholarships. Visit https://www.mmacf.org/scholarships/ and click on “UW-Marinette” to learn more and apply.
• Tues., March 3rd: Danica Oudens Visiting Artist Talk: Theater Gallery, 12:30 p.m.
• Tues., March 3rd: Massage for students: M-167. (Must have an appointment. See Student Services.)
• Thurs., March 5th: Visual Arts Club (VAC) Movie Night & Sculpy Clay Earring: Student Union, 3:30 p.m.
• Fri., March 6th: Creative Writing Club: T-139, 11:40 a.m.
• Fri., March 6th: Fanimanga Club Movie Viewing: T-153, 11:40 a.m.
• Mon., March 9th: Bake Sale for Building Bee Homes: Main Lobby
• Tues., March 10th: UW-Stout Admissions Visit: Main Lobby, 10:00 a.m.
• Thurs., March 12th: VAC Meeting: Student Union, 3:30 pm
• Fri., March 13th: Mind-Body Wellness Club Meeting: Art Journaling/Coloring, M-110, 11:40 a.m.
• Mar. 16th-20th: Happy Spring Break!

Off-Campus Events:

All of the following events are open to UW-Green Bay, Marinette Campus students.

• Tues., March 3rd: Spring Job & Internship Fair: UW-Green Bay, University Union Phoenix Rooms, 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Wed., March 4th: Career & Educational Opportunities Day, UW-Green Bay, University Union Phoenix Rooms, 9:30 a.m.
• Wed., March 4th: Innovation In Aging Student Competition,UW-Green Bay STEM Innovation Center, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Wed., March 4th: Depression & Suicide Prevention Presentation: NWTC-Marinette, Room SC108, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Tues., March 10^th: Halfway There Party: Burger and Brat Lunch, NWTC-Marinette Lounge, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

—Sierra Adams, Events Editor

From the 2/18-3/2 edition

Featured Book: Under the Skin: Tattoo Culture and Style

—Emily Burns, Books Editor

From the 2/18-3/2 edition

Submit to Northern Lights

Hey, did you hear? The Northern Lights Literary and Arts Journal is now accepting literary and art submissions for its Spring 2020 issue! This journal, published by Marinette Campus students, accepts poetry, fiction, nonfiction, art, and photography. Read the guidelines and submit your pieces via our website.

Did I mention the contest?

The Northern Lights is also looking for your artistic take on what makes our Marinette campus or community special! The winner of this contest will have their art or photograph displayed prominently on the cover of this year’s issue! Submit your cover art/photo via the submission page on our website.

Northern Lights is on social media.

Northern Lights Literary & Arts Journal is now on Facebook and Instagram. Like our pages to stay connected to the journal.

—Indigo Ramirez, Clubs & Services News Editor

From the 2/18-3/2 edition

Featured Service: Student Emergency Fund

Life happens. If you find yourself unable to get to class due to financial difficulties and have already applied for FAFSA, you can apply for an emergency fund from the campus. It’s confidential, and all you have to do is fill out a short application on the Marinette campus website.

Featured Service: Our Closet

Now, say you just need some toiletries, food, school supplies, but you can’t afford to go shopping. You should visit Our Closet upstairs, Room 200 in the Main Building! In addition to toiletries, canned and dried goods, and school supplies, it also has clothes! Got an interview coming up but nothing to wear? Just want a new outfit? Take some clothes, and if you have clothes you don’t wear anymore, drop them off! Either way, we got you. We got you so much.

—Indigo Ramirez, Clubs & Services News Editor

From the 2/18-3/2 edition

• Wed., Feb. 19: A Gathering of Artisans @ First Street Art Gallery. 5-8 p.m.
• Fri., Feb. 21: Valentine Gnomes @ The Craft Cave. $10. Ages 6-12. 5:30 p.m.
• Fri., Feb. 21: Matthew Sayles @ The Avenue Bar and Grille. 8 p.m.
• Sat., Feb. 22​: Comedy Night and Karaoke @ The Avenue Bar and Grille. 8 p.m.
• Sat., Feb. 22​: ​: Suns of Memphis @ Pearl Eatery – Drinkery. 7 p.m.
• Sat., Feb. 22​: Hand-Built Gnome Plant Stake Pottery Making @ Prickly Pear Studio & Ceramic Cafe. Pre-registration required. Cost ​$30. 12-3 p.m.
• Sat., Feb. 22​: MAAC Honors Community Jazz Ensemble @ Murray’s Irish Pub & Grille. 5 p.m.
• Fri., Feb. 28​: String Art Heart @ The Craft Cave $10 Ages 6-12. 5:30 p.m.
• Fri., Feb. 28​: Wildflowers @ R&S Saddle Saloon. 9 p.m. – midnight.
• Sat., Feb. 29: Pastel Class with Professor James LaMalfa @ First Street Art Gallery.  Pre-registration required. BYO art supplies. Cost ​$5. 10:30 a.m.
• Sat., Feb. 29: Leap Year Sale @ Prickly Pear Studio. 11 a.m.
• Every Tues. & Thurs.: Karaoke @ Cusack’s Pub. 9 p.m.

—Cassidy MacArthur, Theater & Arts Editor