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SUMMARY:The Bend Sessions: Bill Volkert - Aug 10
DESCRIPTION:The Bend Sessions: West Bend’s Free Community Lecture Series\nAugust – November 2026\nBILL VOLKERT \nCuba: Pearl of the Caribbean \nBill Volkert spent 27 years as the naturalist and wildlife educator for the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources at Horicon Marsh\, where he led more than 3\,700 education programs for over 220\,000 visitors\, including scientists from more than 40 countries. Now retired from the DNR\, Volkert continues to travel the world in search of birds and wild places with his wife\, Connie — journeys that have taken them across six continents and produced sightings of nearly half of the world’s 10\,000 bird species. He lives near the Northern Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest and remains one of Wisconsin’s most sought-after nature speakers. In this program\, Volkert shares stories and photography from his travels through Cuba\, exploring its distinctive landscapes\, wildlife and culture. \nThe Bend Sessions Community Lecture Series runs from August 10th through November 17th and is a FREE event open to the public\, however registration is requested.
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SUMMARY:Ueck: The Story of Baseball's Most Unlikely Legend - August 17
DESCRIPTION:Ueck: The Story of Baseball’s Most Unlikely Legend\nScreening at The Bend Theater August 17th\, 18th\, 19th & 22nd\nOver a career that spanned more than six decades\, Bob Uecker became one of the most recognizable and beloved voices in American sports. Known for his razor-sharp wit and relentless self-deprecating humor\, Uecker transformed a modest career as a Major League backup catcher into an unlikely second act as a national comedian\, actor\, and legendary broadcaster. To generations of fans\, he was simply “Mr. Baseball.” \nFilmed over the final three years of his life with remarkable access\, this intimate documentary captures Uecker as he reflects on the improbable journey that carried him from the dugouts of Major League Baseball to late-night television\, Hollywood\, and the broadcast booth of the Milwaukee Brewers – where his voice became synonymous with summer for fans across the Midwest.​​ \nThe August 17th screening will be followed by a roundtable discussion with the film’s producer and filmmakers\, along with a former Milwaukee Brewer with deep local ties. The evening is presented as part of THE BEND SESSIONS\, West Bend’s community lecture series. \nBeneath the jokes and tall tales lies a portrait of a uniquely American character whose humility\, resilience\, and love of the game made him far more than a punchline – he became a cultural institution. \nWatch the Ueck Trailer Here\nPlease note all ticket sales are final.\nPlease have your tickets ready upon arrival.
URL:https://thebendwi.org/event/ueck-the-story-of-baseballs-most-unlikely-legend-aug17/
CATEGORIES:Featured,Live Events,Movies
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SUMMARY:The Bend Sessions: Mark Meisner and Paige Geary - Aug 25
DESCRIPTION:The Bend Sessions: West Bend’s Free Community Lecture Series\nAugust – November 2026\nMARK MEISNER & PAIGE GEARY \nThe Rise of Kwik Trip: Marketing & Social Media Explosion\, Mastering COVID \nMark Meisner has led marketing and advertising for La Crosse-based Kwik Trip since 2016\, overseeing brand strategy for more than 850 stores across the Kwik Trip\, Kwik Star\, Stop-N-Go and other family brands. A 30-year veteran of radio sales and sports marketing before joining the company\, Meisner has helped turn the convenience store chain into one of the most recognized and beloved brands in the Midwest. He’ll be joined by Paige Geary\, Kwik Trip’s digital marketing manager\, whose social media campaigns have built the company’s massive online following and turned everyday customers into passionate brand fans. Together\, they’ll walk through the history and remarkable rise of the Wisconsin company so many call their own. \nThe Bend Sessions Community Lecture Series runs from August 10th through November 17th and is a FREE event open to the public\, however registration is requested. \nLearn about each lecture by visiting https://shows.thebendwi.org/speaker-series
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