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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

Performance: 2012 Snowdance 10 Minute Comedy Festival

from:6th Street Theatre And Over Our Head Players

Eighth Anniversary Festival! It’s the event that made Racine “Home of the 10 Minute Comedy Competition”! The hit playwriting competition draws entries from around the globe....

Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Racine, Wisconsin with AmericanTowns Racine Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Racine County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and team...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Racine organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Racine is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when you...

Weekend Activities in and around Racine

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

Eat Local! Great Resources in the Racine area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Wisconsin’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made that...

Winning the Real Estate Game in Racine in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in Wisconsin is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

“FURRY TAILS WITH A TWIST” FAMILY FUN TIME - COMING TO APPLE HOLLER

“FURRY TAILS WITH A TWIST” FAMILY FUN TIME - COMING TO APPLE HOLLER RACINE, WISCONSIN, December 29, 2011... Apple Holler has been offering great family...

An Invitation to our Racine Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Racine, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in Wisconsin

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Wisconsin Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

Racine Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

The Power of a Single Vote - Racine Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Racine elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all politics...

United Way of Racine County News - October 2011

Race to the 2011 Campaign GoalThe 2011 campaign is officially in full swing! Organizations have been hosting numerous activities to support United Way. Sausage races, like those...

Racine County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Racine County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Racine County Wisconsin area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the local...

Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Wisconsin WI

Wisconsin Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Wisconsin. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Racine and across the country. With...

Find Wisconsin Corn Mazes - Get lost in a Wisconsin haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Wisconsin corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

The Racine Art Museum Publishes Book on Polymer Art

from:Racine Art Museum

This fall, the Racine Art Museum (RAM) features a groundbreaking exhibition celebrating the museum's recent commitment of establishing a permanent ...

Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Wisconsin WI

We have the best Wisconsin apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of Wisconsin. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms...

Back to School for Racine - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Racine! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

United Way of Racine County News - July 2011

2011 Campaign Starts Strong The 2011 United Way campaign, led by Christopher Ruud, president of Ruud Lighting, is off to a strong start. A Leadership Event, hosted at Ruud...

Racine Company Secures $1.6 Million in Financing Using BoeFly

Racine, WI Company Secures $1.6 Million in Financing using BoeFly BoeFly connects a Wisconsin borrower with an Illinois bank ...

Racine Art Museum Launches New Artist Fellowship Program

from:Racine Art Museum

Exhibitions for each recipient's work will be presented August 31 through November 30, 2013 at RAM's Wustum Museum...

"Muslims for Peace" Promote Understanding in Racine, WI

The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of SE Wisconsin continues its “Muslims for Peace” Library Outreach Campaign with its latest event on Sat. May 21st from 1-3:30p in...

Make a difference in Racine! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Racine area and around the...

RAM Goes on the Road to Bring the Joy of Art to Others

from:Racine Art Museum

Racine Art MuseumPhoto: Skip Simonsen The Racine Art Museum is reaching...

Racine St Patrick's Day Parades and Events

Here you can find some of the Racine events and parades that are going on for celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Racine for 2011: March 19, 2011 - St. Patrick's Day Parade ...

United Way Community Connection News - March 2011

Have You Checked out the 2011 Community Indicators Report?Did you know?- An alarming 25 percent of teenagers will not graduate on time, imperiling their chances to make a...

St. Patrick's Day Parade

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day….the Downtown Racine Way!May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go.Come Early and Stay...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to Grow

Bev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns Home

On April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals

(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Reilly Starr Coaches Volleyball and Shares Leadership Skills

Reilly Starr is the co-founder of AllStarr Volleyball, an organization whose mission is to encourage young women to become the best athletes they can be in a sport they love:...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Kristen Parkinson Raises Money to Keep Kids Safe from Land Mines

Kristen Parkinson got involved in fundraising at an early age. When she was eight years old she participated in various events that helped raise $20,000 for a dog specially...

“JACK FM’S: GIVE IT A SHOT TO OPEN FOR BON JOVI” CONTEST

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July 4th fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Racine County, WI

Racine Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Racine County, WI. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! If you...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Maribeth Shearer is Committed to Caring

For some residents of the senior living community where she works, Maribeth is the daughter they never had or the daughter they wish they had. More than anyone else who works at...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Pamela Cantor Works to Turnaround Failing Schools

Dr. Pamela Cantor has been nationally recognized for her efforts to help improve the lives of children and families. She is a child psychiatrist who has been focusing on...

AmericanTown Heroes: Leslie Perkins Picks Posies for Patients

Leslie Perkins, a hospital volunteer for more than 28 years is also the head of the fresh flower program. In addition to overseeing the placements of fresh flowers in all the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Allan Barsema Builds Life Recovery Plans

The dictionary definition of a carpenter is someone who "builds or repairs wooden structures or their structural parts," which is akin to what Allan Barsema helps do...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Marlene Perez Is An Award-Winning Volunteer

Over the years, Marlene Perez has been commended for her many contributions to her political party as well as her country. As an active Democrat she was recently honored...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Teresa Berg Takes Pictures That Get Animals Placed in Homes

Teresa Berg is a photographer with an eye for the beauty within. She takes everyday subjects, like children and animals and transforms them into extraordinary images to be...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Steve Wampler Climbed a Mountain So Kids With Disabilities Could Go to Camp

Steve Wampler is wheelchair-bound due to Cerebral Palsy, but he doesn't allow that to define him. As he says on his website, rockonsteve, he's moved past his disability to a place...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Fowler Ruffin Helps Animals Find Homes and Children Find Happiness

Fowler Ruffin is one of those people who knows the secret to making a heaven here on earth. Just take a look at Pinch Me Acres, the farm she bought with her husband and they...

AmericanTowns Heroes: DJ Waldow and his 28-Day Good Deed Challenge

DJ is the "Social Butterfly Guy" on his blog of the same name. What's with the name? According to DJ, he was the guy who "got bored real quick if he was not...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Denise Allen's Quilts Portray Everyday Life and History

Denise Allen is a needlework folk artist and quilter whose work has been exhibited in folk art museums and galleries around the country. Her quilts tell the stories of African...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bailey Reese and Friends Send Hugs to Heroes

When a hurricane stuck the area where Bailey Reese lives it caused a tremendous amount of damage as well as distress to the community.Military help was called in to assist with...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Marie Paolucci Makes Chemo Kits to Help Make Treatment Less Stressful

Most of us think of Halloween when October rolls around, but we've also come to associate October as National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Many organizations run their fund...