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A Celebration of Song: BIG SING 2026 Comes to Appleton on April 25th

A Celebration of Song: BIG SING 2026 Comes to Appleton on April 25th

At 7:00 pm Saturday, April 25th, the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center (P.A.C.) in Appleton will resonate with the powerful harmonies of male voices from across the Upper Midwest as the BIG SING 2026 takes center stage. This highly anticipated choral event—hosted by the Appleton MacDowell Male Chorus—promises an evening of uplifting, community-focused music in the heart of the Fox Cities. This is a chance to experience the power and richness of male choral singing within one of northeastern Wisconsin’s premier performing arts venues, an ideal setting for this large-scale choral production!

A Rich Tradition of Community and Harmony

The BIG SING is an annual event begun in 1949 by the Associated Male Choruses of America (AMCofA), bringing together male choruses from across the Upper Midwest for performance, skill development, fellowship, and shared musical experience. This year, with Steve March-Tormé serving as Compere, over 260 singers from the 14 choruses that make up AMCofA are scheduled to join voices as one chorus in a celebration of song that highlights both choral excellence and community spirit. The performance is particularly special in 2026 as it aligns with celebrations honoring America’s 250th anniversary, adding a patriotic and reflective element to the evening’s repertoire.

A list of AMCofA member choruses is posted on www.macdowellchorus.com and on https://www.facebook.com/MacDowellChorus.

Hosted by Appleton’s Own MacDowell Male Chorus

The Appleton MacDowell Male Chorus—an ensemble with deep roots in the Fox Valley musical community—serves as the host for this year’s BIG SING. Founded in 1934, the chorus has a long history of bringing people together through song, contributing to local events, educational programs, and charitable causes. Their role as host continues this tradition, inviting both seasoned choral singers and enthusiastic members of the public to take part in a memorable evening of music.

An Evening at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

Tickets are ideally available in-person at the P.A.C. Ticket Office, by calling them at (920) 730-3760, or online at Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of choral music or simply looking for a meaningful cultural experience in the Fox Cities, BIG SING 2026 offers something for everyone—an evening where song, community, and celebration come together in harmony.

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“Walking Together” – Fr. Bill Swichtenberg’s Experience with Pope Francis on March 26th

“Walking Together” – Fr. Bill Swichtenberg’s Experience with Pope Francis on March 26th

 Fr. Bill Swichtenberg (St. Mary Catholic Church, Appleton) was one of 300 parish priests invited by Pope Francis to meet with him in Rome in February 2024.

Fr. Bill will share his experiences of that global gathering at the Appleton Public Library on March 26th from 6 pm until 7 pm. Everyone is welcome to this free event. 

Click here to view more information on Facebook.

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What a wonderful Jesse Tree event at St. John Nepomucene!

What a wonderful Jesse Tree event at St. John Nepomucene!

Thank you to everyone who came and shared in the Jesse Tree event that was held at St. John Nepomucene on November 30th! It was a great afternoon learning about Jesus’ ancestry and hearing from some of his family too!

Thank you to everyone who made this event possible as well! It was such a great day with a lot of fellowship and great food!

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To The Heights – Young Adult Retreat – Camp Tekakwitha on January 23rd through January 25th

To The Heights – Young Adult Retreat – Camp Tekakwitha on January 23rd through January 25th

If you are in the age range of 21 to 35, register today for an amazing young adult retreat that will occur on January 23rd through January 25th at Camp Tekakwitha!

For more information and how to register, please click here! You may also contact Kately Javier at kjavier@gbdioc.org.

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Feed My Starving Children MobilePack Event held at St. John Nepomucene from December 5th – 6th

Feed My Starving Children MobilePack Event held at St. John Nepomucene from December 5th – 6th

Every year millions of children die from preventable causes such as pneumonia, diarrhea, malaria and undernutrition. Today, hunger still causes nearly half of deaths in children under 5 years old. This is heartbreaking. But you can make a difference!

Through our Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) MobilePack™ event at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Community on December 5th through December 6th, our community is responding to the cries of those in need by producing 145,000 nutritious meals for kids around the world.  

Since St. John Nepomucene started hosting FMSC, this year we will collectively reach over 1 million meals!  We invite you to join us! We’re looking for 700+ volunteers to pack 145,000 meals and help us raise $45,000 for this MobilePack event. Adults and children (5 years and older) will measure and scoop ingredients, seal bags and prepare boxes for shipping.

Invite your friends, family, coworkers or school group!

Registration will open on Friday, October 24th. Visit stjn.org/feedmystarvingchildren to volunteer, donate or become an event sponsor.

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Holy Cross Parish Oktoberfest will be held on October 5th

Holy Cross Parish Oktoberfest will be held on October 5th

Holy Cross Parish in Kaukauna will be holding their Annual Oktoberfest on October 5th! All are welcome to a day full of fun!

Oktoberfest will be held at 400 Kaukauna St in Kaukauna from 10:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Chicken booyah and other great food, 50/50 and many other raffles, chance booth, silent auction, kids’ games, polka music, country store, beer garden, and much more.