August 17, 2023

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Administration: The City is excited to announce the launch of the Childcare Supply-Building Grant (CSBG) program, a revolving grant initiative aimed at bolstering the availability and quality of childcare slots within the Sun Prairie community.

Building Inspection: Take a moment to read the Deck Safety Checklist provided by www.NADRA.org (North American Deck and Railing Association). You can access the article here!

Community Spotlight: The Dane County Housing Authority (DCHA) will be temporarily opening the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) & Project Based Voucher (PBV) waiting list lotteries from 8:00 A.M. on August 24th, 2023 to 5:00 P.M. on August 28th, 2023. 

Parks, Recreation and Forestry: Fall Rec Guide is now available and registration is open!  View online at rec.cityofsunprairie.com. 

Public Safety: Check out our section for our monthly stats!

Sun Prairie Historical Library & Museum: To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival, the Sun Prairie Historical Library & Museum is displaying a selection of highlights from the festival’s history including the Teenie Weenie Queen contest,

Sun Prairie Media Center: Sure, late August means that summer is winding down. But look on the bright side: Football! And this year the Sun Prairie Media Center is back again with double the football as the SPMC is planning coverage of every Sun Prairie Cardinals and every Sun Prairie Wolves game!

Sun Prairie Public Library: Join us for one of two book discussions of our Big Summer Read book, “The Family Chao”, led by a library staff member!  

Administration

Introducing the Childcare Supply-Building Grant Program

The City is excited to announce the launch of the Childcare Supply-Building Grant (CSBG) program, a revolving grant initiative aimed at bolstering the availability and quality of childcare slots within the Sun Prairie community. This initiative is made viable by the allocation of funds from the American Rescue Plan Act and grants secured from the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families.
 WHAT IS IT? 
The CSBG program provides current and future eligible childcare providers with the opportunity to secure financial assistance for projects that will enhance their services and facilities. With a total budget of $75,000, grants will be awarded on a limited basis, covering up to 100% of project expenses, with a maximum grant amount of $10,000. The CSBG program seeks to add or retain childcare slots in Sun Prairie, as an effort to ensure that the community’s childcare supply can keep up with its increasing need for more slots.
WHO CAN APPLY?
The CSBG program is open to regulated childcare providers (certified or licensed), as well as non-regulated providers seeking certification or licensure. All applicants must comply with applicable laws, licensing, and permitting processes for their proposed projects.
The application process for the CSBG program is now open and will continue on a rolling basis until the allocated funds are exhausted. Information and application materials can be found at https://cityofsunprairie.com/1763/Child-Care. 

ONE MONTH AWAY!

The 2023 Multicultural Fair is just ONE month away!  Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 16th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sheehan Park as we come together to celebrate diversity and unity in a vibrant and festive atmosphere!
-Indulge your taste buds with a delectable array of cultural cuisine representing the rich tapestry of our community. From mouthwatering flavors to enticing aromas, our fair promises a gastronomic journey like no other.
-Prepare to be dazzled by captivating performances that will transport you around the globe! Experience the magic of music, dance, and artistic expressions that reflect the beauty of cultures far and wide.
-Engage in a myriad of interactive activities that promise fun for all ages! From crafts to games, every corner of the fair brims with delightful experiences that will ignite your curiosity and creativity.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of cultures and connections.

Have you seen our performer lineup?


Building Inspection

With warm weather and sunny days more people are spending time relaxing on their deck. Take a moment to read the Deck Safety Checklist provided by www.NADRA.org (North American Deck and Railing Association). You can access the article here!

For additional information about the Building Inspection Division in Sun Prairie, please go to www.cityofsunprairie.com/buildinginspection.

Community Spotlight

Did you know..?

Lottery applications and instructions will soon be available on DCHA’s website: https://www.dcha.net/lottery

DCHA Section 8 Lottery Flyer is filled with key information and can be accessed here.

Do you need help with the application process?

Parks, Recreation and Forestry

Recreation Department
NEW OFFICE HOURS Through September 1, 2023: 

The Sun Prairie Parks, Recreation & Forestry office is open: Monday – Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm, and Fridays 8am-12pm or by phone at (608) 837-3449 or by email at rec@cityofsunprairie.com.

Announcements:

Family Aquatic Center now Open! 

Daily admission is $5.25/person and Season Passes are still available to purchase online or in person Purchase Season Passes - Sun Prairie Parks, Recreation & Forestry (cityofsunprairie.com)

Join us for the Beer Garden!Concerts in the Park

Join us for concerts in the park this summer at Wetmore Park!  Grab a beer from Working Draft and a bite to eat from one of our food trucks, and enjoy yard games and the splash pad! 


Fall Rec Guide Registration Open!

Fall Rec Guide is now available and registration is open!  View online at rec.cityofsunprairie.com. 


Upcoming Programs Not to Be Missed: 

American Red Cross Babysitter Course

August 26th 

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 8/19/2023

This training provides kids, ages 11-15, with the information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care in the absence of parents/guardians. This training will also help participants develop skills in leadership, professionalism, basic care, safety, safe play and first aid. All sessions cover the same material.
 
Please bring a sack lunch.

Pillow Workshop

September 6th 

6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Registration Deadline: 8/30/2023

Our Pillows will make a great addition to your home or can be a great gift idea! Choose from 1 of 4 designs, and personalize. Let your inner maker loose and decorate yours to fit your personal taste and style. Plus enjoy a memorable DIY experience to boot!

Public Safety

Sun Prairie Historical Library and Museum

Sun Prairie Historical Library and Museum

The Museum is open to the public Wednesdays-Saturdays 11:00am-4:00pm and by appointment for research and special events. 

Staff can be reached by phone at (608) 825-0837 or by email at museum@cityofsunprairie.com.

The Historical Library and Museum is located at 115 East Main St. Sun Prairie with parking behind the building. Admission is always free.

Announcements:

New Exhibit Now Open! 70 Years of Corn Fest: Roots of a Tradition

To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival, the Sun Prairie Historical Library & Museum is displaying a selection of highlights from the festival’s history including the Teenie Weenie Queen contest, Colonel Corn’s Costume, as well as a peek behind the scenes of earlier festivals. This exhibit will run through October 2023.


Sun Prairie Media Center

SPHS FOOTBALL COVERAGE SET TO KICK OFF

Sure, late August means that summer is winding down. But look on the bright side: Football! And this year the Sun Prairie Media Center is back again with double the football as the SPMC is planning coverage of every Sun Prairie Cardinals and every Sun Prairie Wolves game!

Games are scheduled to be broadcast on KSUN (Spectrum cable channel 983, TDS channels 13 and 1013), KIDS-4 (Spectrum cable channel 984, TDS channels 14 and 1014), the new KSUN Life channel (TDS channel 985) and 103.5 FM The Sun Community Radio.

All games will be streamed on sunprairiemediacenter.com, on the SPMC Roku, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV channels, and on the free-to-download Sun Prairie Media Center app. following live coverage, games will be made available for on demand viewing.

Please go to sunprairiemediacenter.com/ksunprograms for a more detailed list of games, channels, and times.

The SPMC has also produced preview shows for both of the East and West football programs. Those shows can be viewed on-demand by going to sunprairiemediacenter.com or any of the SPMC’s streaming platforms listed above.

The SPMC would like to thank its sponsors for their support of its football broadcasts: Woodman’s, Service Specialists, Prairie Athletic Club, Sport and Spine Recovery Clinic, Thebco Windows, Doors, and Siding, and the Bank of Sun Prairie.

The SPMC is always interested in volunteers who would like to help with the broadcasts. Any potential volunteers can e-mail staff@sunprairiemediacenter.com.

Sun Prairie Public Library

Big Summer Read Book Discussion

Thursday, August 17 from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Conference Room

Join us for one of two book discussions of our Big Summer Read book, “The Family Chao”, led by a library staff member!  Based loosely on “The Brothers Karamazov,” “The Family Chao” tells the story of a Chinese American family living in the fictional town of Haven, WI.  The Chao family, who have owned 'Fine Chao' restaurant for thirty-five years, must reckon with family secrets and resentment after their patriarch, Leo is found dead.

Registration is required.  Register on our Events calendar at www.sunlib.org. 

Concert: Chaos in the Kitchen

Sunday, August 20 from 2-3 p.m., Community Room

Wind down the summer with some great jazz and blues music from local band "Chaos in the Kitchen"! Featuring Wayne Seiter on guitar, Gary Lensmeyer on sax and clarinet, Lorene Armstrong on trumpet, Andrew Brienen on bass and Tim Seery on drums, Chaos in the Kitchen has been performing in the Madison area for 8 years and specializes in mid-twentieth Century music by Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Charlie Parker, George Gershwin and other greats of the genre.

Registration is not required, but please register here if you would like an email reminder prior to the event.

Prairie Walk & Talk with Joe Chase

Monday, August 28 from 6:30-7:15pm, Outdoor Program Space

Do you want to know more about the prairie that surrounds the Sun Prairie Library? Join Joe Chase, local naturalist, on a tour of the prairie and learn more about the prairie plants, and the birds and insects that inhabit this environment.

All ages are welcome (5+)! Please be aware that the terrain is not always level, so we encourage you to wear appropriate walking or hiking shoes. To join the tour, please meet us at the top of the prairie, near the library's drive-thru pickup window. Tour starts promptly at 6:30PM.

Tours will be offered on 7/24, 8/28, 9/7, and 9/25.  Please register for each session you plan to attend.  Space is limited, registration required. Register here. In case of inclement weather, please check this page for tour updates.

Check out these new book recommendations from Sun Prairie Public Library staff! Visit LINKcat to place a hold, or stop in to the library. A full listing is published monthly in the Sun Prairie Star and is also available on our website.

Party in the Prairie

Saturday, September 30th from 4-7:30pm 

Join us on the library grounds for a fun night in support of the Sun Prairie Public Library Expansion Project! We'll have performances by three bluegrass bands: Cork n Bottle String Band, Soggy Prairie, and Barbaro! Delicious BBQ food and a special brew from Working Draft Beer Company will be available for purchase. Lawn games and fun for the whole family! Bring your picnic blankets. Tickets are $25, or $10 for kids 12 and under. Click here to purchase tickets.