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Plan a fun summer with MSCR!

MSCR Summer 2025 Program Guide & Camps Information

Ready to fill your summer with fun? The MSCR Summer 2025 Program Guide is the one-stop shop for amazing activities! Explore a huge range of options, from arts and enrichment to boating, fitness and more. MSCR has something for every age and interest.

The Camps 2025 Program Guide (found in the center of the program guide) makes planning children’s summer a breeze with fantastic camps for grades K-9. MSCR has camps for arts and enrichment, outdoor adventures, sports and more. Please see pages C1-C14.

Registration begins Monday, March 10 at 12pm for MMSD Residents and Monday, March 24 at 12pm for Non-MMSD Residents. Customers are encouraged to login to their account prior to the day of registration to ensure the account information is accurate and up to date.

Customers can save time during camp registration by completing or updating the Camp Supplemental Information in advance. Register for course #42580 now through March 9 to add or update their child’s emergency contact and medical information that is required for summer camp registration. Please note: completing this process does not guarantee registration in camps. Parents/guardians still need to register for camps on Monday, March 10 beginning at 12pm for residents.

Fee Assistance is available for those who qualify. Please note: for the best chance of being enrolled, customers are encouraged to return their Fee Assistance Request Form to MSCR prior to the first day of registration on Monday, March 10. Learn more about Fee Assistance Policies at mscr.org

A Spanish edition of the MSCR Summer 2025 Program Guide is also available at mscr.org. Please call 608-204-3000 for more information.

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Let’s Celebrate the Grand Opening of Ether Wellness!

THRIVE TOGETHER: A COMMUNITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION

Join us for a day of connection, exploration, and inspiration as we celebrate the Grand Opening of Ether Wellness! Whether you drop by to tour the space, mingle, or take part in a class or workshop—stay as long as you’d like! We’d love to have you.

Ether Wellness is a new Women’s Health & Fitness Studio located in the heart of Downtown Madison, WI. It’s a space for Women to rebuild strength, restore balance, and reconnect with themselves through hormone-friendly movement, nutrition, and a supporting community.

• Explore our serene studio with breathtaking Capitol views
• Enjoy complimentary snacks & refreshments
• Join engaging workshops and classes
• Discover our women’s holistic wellness services & special grand opening offers
• Browse our thoughtfully curated retail space
• Connect with local health & wellness entrepreneurs
• Take home a Health & Wellness Swag Bag filled with goodies (while supplies last!)
• Enter to win amazing prizes

This is a FREE event to attend! No ticket is required to stop by, explore, and connect, just an RSVP to help us plan. Visit our website to view more details and RSVP: https://etherwellnessmadison.com/classes-events/

Workshop & Class Schedule:
11:15am – 12:15pm “FROM TRIGGERS TO TRANSFORMATIONS: A SELF-INQUIRY WORKSHOP” w/ Ashlee DeHaven (DeHaven Activation)
12:30pm – 1:30pm “SPINAL FLOW TECHNIQUE:UNLOCKING YOUR INNATE HEALING POTENTIAL” w/ Tammy Soderling (Shanti Healing Arts)
1:45pm – 2:45pm “MERIDIAN YOGA” w/ Victoria Andrews (Align Yoga)
3:00pm – 4:00pm “PELVIC FLOOR 101” w/ Dr. Sarah Lindholm (Centered Physical Therapy & Wellness)

We can’t wait to welcome you and thrive together!

Notice: Photos and videos will be taken through the day and used for marketing purposes. Street parking is available (free on Sundays) or the Capitol Square North Garage.

Please reach out with any questions: info@etherwellnessmadison.com

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram: @etherwellnessmadison

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Phil Whitehead Brings Expertise in Business Banking to Lake Ridge Bank

February 28, 2025 (MADISON, Wis.) – Phil Whitehead, CPA, CFP, CExP, has joined the Lake Ridge Bank Business Banking team as Senior Vice President-Business Banking Sales Manager. Working out of the bank’s Evansville location, he will serve customers throughout the Midwest.

An accomplished professional banker with more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, Whitehead brings expertise in campground financing as part of his overall wealth of experience regarding financing for all types of businesses and industries. He has a wide-ranging background that includes business development, commercial banking, financial planning, and business exit planning. He spent the last decade at First Mid Bank & Trust in Janesville, where he served as Market President and Senior Vice President, Business Banking. Whitehead was also recognized in 2022 as an Elite SBA 504 Lender by Wisconsin Business Development (WBD).

“We are excited to add Phil to our Business Banking team,” says Paul Hoffmann, Lake Ridge Bank President. “We are always looking for ways to serve our customers in new ways, and his extensive business banking knowledge paired with his niche experience will add immense value to our clientele.”

With a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Accounting from University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Whitehead also completed the Graduate School of Banking at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Rounding out his educational achievements, he holds multiple professional licenses, including Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, and Certified Business Exit Planner.

Lake Ridge Bank invites the community to meet Whitehead in person at the Wisconsin Association of Campground Owners (WACO) Convention & Trade Show on March 12-16. Considered the largest event of its kind in the country, the 2025 conference will be held at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Convention Center in Stevens Point.

If you would like more information on how Lake Ridge Bank can support your financial success, contact Phil Whitehead at pwhitehead@lakeridge.bank or call (608) 470-1139.

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Lake Ridge Bank’s mission is to “build prosperous communities, one relationship at a time.” For more than 100 years, this has meant getting to know each of our clients to offer personalized services to meet their specific financial goals. Lake Ridge Bank offers a full line of financial products and services. We focus on offering products and services to make your banking easy. Our business banking and mortgage lenders are trusted leaders in their field with the expertise to provide the right loan at the best rate possible for our clients. As a community bank, we are dedicated to reinvesting in, and making our communities great places to live, work and raise a family. Visit lakeridge.bank to learn more about how we can help you.

Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender

Lake Ridge Bank. Go Far. Go Together!

For additional information, please contact Mark Schellpfeffer at mschellpfeffer@lakeridge.bank.

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C&E In-Home Care Services is Hiring

C&E is now hiring caregivers! We are looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about providing compassionate care to our clients. If you or someone you know is interested in joining our team, please reach out for more information on the application process.

We offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. Together, we can ensure that our clients receive the high-quality care they deserve.

Thank you for helping us spread the word!

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Benjamin F. Edwards & Co: Celebrating 15 Years in the Madison Community!

Benjamin F. Edwards & Co. is thrilled to celebrate a significant milestone: 15 years of serving the Madison community and beyond!

Our Madison branch officially opened its doors on December 4, 2009, under the leadership of Paul Olsen. Soon after, Matt Clooten and Carrie Dorman joined him, forming the foundation of a branch that has since grown significantly, providing trusted financial guidance to individuals and families across the region.

In recent years, our office has continued to expand, welcoming new employees Ty Nafziger, Nic Adamany, and Faith Diamond. Each brings experience, dedication, and a commitment to helping our clients achieve their financial goals.

Founded in 2008, Benjamin F. Edwards & Co. carries forward a proud legacy of client-first service spanning five generations. With roots tracing back to A.G. Edwards, the company was established to deliver a boutique-style approach to wealth management. This combines personalized service with a wide array of financial solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, families, and businesses nationwide.

Our Madison branch embodies this legacy, guided by the core principles of Trust, Integrity, and Mutual Respect. We proudly serve Madison and its surrounding communities, including Fitchburg, Waukesha, Middleton, Milwaukee, and more. Whether assisting clients with retirement planning, investment management, or navigating unique financial challenges, our employees work with passion and precision to help clients succeed.

To celebrate this milestone, we’re excited to host an event in Madison with our clients, featuring special guests from our Home Office in St. Louis, MO.

Thank you for letting us be a part of this amazing community. We look forward to serving you for many more years to come!

Securities and Advisory Services offered through Benjamin F. Edwards & Co., member FINRA and SIPC. Investing involves risk including the potential loss of principal. No investment strategy, including asset allocation and diversification, can guarantee a profit or protect against loss in periods of declining values. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Benjamin F. Edwards & Co. does not provide legal or tax advice, therefore it is also important to consult with your legal and tax professionals for additional guidance tailored to your specific situation.