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16 • Milwaukee Post • August 9, 2013 AREA BRIEFS Local artist to create window mural for ballet office MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Ballet has selected Mequon-based artist Stacey Williams-Ng create a window mural that will tell the story of the Milwaukee Ballet at its West National Avenue office. Titled "The Nine Muses," Williams-Ng's work will feature nine, 5.5-square canvas paintings, framed in painted wood and suspended in each of nine window panes of the Jodi Peck Center along West National Avenue. "While the selection became a difficult choice, given the breadth and creativity of proposals from Walker's Point Center for the Arts member-artists, Stacey's vibrant style and compelling storytelling made her stand out," Milwaukee Ballet Artistic Director Michael Pink said. Williams-Ng's mural concept is based on the nine muses of classical Greek mythology, and each will represent a different work performed by Milwaukee Ballet. According to a Milwaukee Ballet news 233698071 Health Tip of the Week release, one panel of the mural will illustrate Melpomene, the muse of Tragedy, as portrayed by "Swan Lake," which is the tragic tale of Odette, turned into a swan as the result of an evil curse. While most of her work will take place at her Mequon studio, Williams-Ng is set to install the panels at Milwaukee Ballet in September, and the mural will be officially welcomed into its space at a dedication ceremony Oct. 18. The date marks the Milwaukee Ballet's first-ever participation in Gallery Night and Day . "I am a huge fan of Milwaukee Ballet – and of ballet in general, as an art form – so this has special significance for me," Williams-Ng said. The Milwaukee Ballet worked with Walker's Point Center for the Arts to call for submissions from Wisconsin artists and to make the final selection. Season pass prices slashed at Family Aquatic Centers WAUWATOSA – The cost of season passes to the family aquatic park in Milwaukee County has been cut by 60 percent, according to a news release from the Milwaukee County Parks. Individual passes are available for $20, family passes (up to four members) are $50, and passes for each additional family member will be $10. Passes can be used through Labor Day at both Cool Waters in Greenfield Park, 2028 S. 124th St., and the David F. Schulz Aquatic Center in Lincoln Park, 1301 W. Hampton Ave. Passes may be purchased at either location during regular pool hours. Cool Waters is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The David F. Schulz Aquatic Center open-swim hours are noon to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and noon to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday Tot Time is open . exclusively to children ages 7 and under and their adult caregivers from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays through Fridays. For more information, call the aquatics office at 414-257-8098 or visit www.countyparks.com. Stand-up paddle board yoga offered at Veterans Park MILWAUKEE – Wheel Fun Rentals and Milwaukee Power Yoga are offering standup padde board yoga classes through Aug. 22 at Veterans Park Lagoon. The course runs from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Designed to build core strength and balance, the course blends breathing, intention and flowing movement. Modifications and variations are offered throughout the class to allow students to work at their own levels. "Whether you are brand new to yoga or stand-up paddle boarding or are an experienced yogi, these classes are sure to challenge you," instructor Erin Highland of Milwaukee Power Yoga said. "In our partnership with Wheel Fun, yoga classes come out of the studio and into the parks where you can enjoy the beauty of the water and natural surroundings." Milwaukee Power Yoga is located on Milwaukee's east side and has been in business since January 2012. Wheel Fun Rentals, founded in 1987, offers rentals of two- and four-seat paddleboats, single and double kayaks, and standup paddle boards at Veterans Park. The cost is $20 per class. Registration is available online at http://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ws.asp?studioid=23086&st ype=-8/. Wisconsin Literacy Inc. receives $30K from Walmart Foundation MILWAUKEE – Wisconsin Literacy Inc. recently was awarded $30,000 from the Walmart Foundation. The grant is through the Walmart Foundation's Wisconsin State Giving Program to assist with BYTE (Building Your Technology Education), a collaborative project to develop computer-skills pro- ficiency in Milwaukee-area adults. The grant will positively impact the local community by strengthening Wisconsin's workforce, families and communities through computer literacy and educational programs, a news release said. "Wisconsin Literacy, Inc. and our local member literacy agencies and educational partners have been working together to allow dislocated, underemployed and unemployed adults improve their computer skills to better prepare them for jobs," said Michele Erikson, executive director of Wisconsin Literacy, Inc. "This project in Milwaukee will benefit from our efforts in Rock County where we began the pilot in 2010. With access, guidance and practice, computer skills are something that most everybody can obtain, improving their chances for new and better employment opportunities." Wisconsin Literacy, Inc. is a statewide agency that was formed in 1985 as a coalition of adult, family and workplace literacy providers. Lake Express' engine repairs completed on schedule MILWAUKEE – The Lake Express Ferry completed its engine repairs and restarted its service Aug. 3. The high-speed ferry is providing service between Milwaukee and Muskegon, Mich. six times daily through August, and four daily crossings in September and October. The ferry continues to offer free rides to children under the age of 17 through Sept. 2. It offers free tickets for children under age 17 on family round trips. Lake Express tickets can be purchased using the ferry's online reservation system at www.lake-express.com. The site also permits users to alter reservations if necessary The high-speed ferry accommo. dates 250 passengers and 46 vehicles during each trip across Lake Michigan. For more information on Lake Express, ticket prices or schedule details, call 866-914-1010 or visit www.lake-express.com. Registered Pharmacist Bob Stresing and the Serv-U Team Avoid Medication Mishaps Never take a medication that has been prescribed for someone else. Always read labels for proper dosages and possible side effects or interactions. Make sure all medications, even over-the-counter ones, are stored safely out of reach of children. Store medications in their original containers and ask your pharmacist about proper disposal of medications no longer needed. If taking a medication at night, turn on the lights to prevent taking the wrong medication or amount. Talk with your pharmacist about any vitamins or herbal supplements you may be taking to make sure they don't interact with your current medications. 709 W. Oklahoma Ave. 481-8170 Accepting Blue Cross, Anthem, TRICARE, Express Scripts and more... State Democrats name Baldauff new communications director Post Staff MILWAUKEE – The Democratic Party of Wisconsin has named Melissa Baldauff as its new communications director, the party announced Monday. Party Chairman Mike Tate said there was "wide interest" for the position, but Baldauff's "performance, perspective, and passion for standing up for Wisconsin's middle-class made her the right choice." Baldauff has been with the party since 2010 and she served as research and digi- tal director for the last two years. The Madison resident has also been serving as the party's acting spokeswoman since Graeme Zielinski stepped down from the post in March, following a series of tweets that compared Republican Gov. Scott Walker to serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer. "From the day she first reported to work with us, Melissa has distinguished herself as exceptionally talented, with a wide array of abilities," Tate said. "During some of the most pressure- packed, historically significant chapters in Wisconsin's political history, Melissa proved herself to be one of the best in the business when it comes to research, policy and digital strategy." Baldhauf said the new position will allow her to play a larger role in strategy going forward. She said she will still be involved in research and will seek to develop a more cohesive message for the party. – Arthur Thomas, Conley News Service

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