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Fuzz Martin

Fifteen Minutes with Fuzz showcases positive people, events, and organizations in and around Washington County, Wisconsin, with host, Fuzz Martin. Fuzz is a local business owner (EPIC Creative) and a former radio personality (92.5 WBWI - now Buzz Country). New episodes launch on Tuesday mornings. https://fuzzmartin.com

Whether you're in West Bend, Kewaskum, Slinger, Hartford, Germantown, Richfield, Jackson, or anywhere else in the area, 15 Minutes with Fuzz serves the community with fun and positive people, places, events, and attractions.

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Leona Knobloch and Shaun Tanner from The Bend Theater in downtown West Bend, Wisconsin, join me to discuss their exciting holiday programming. The episode highlights the theater's diverse lineup of holiday events, including classic movie screenings, live performances, and special activities for families. Listeners will learn about the nostalgic holiday movie lineup featuring favorites like "Elf," "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," and a special screening of "Polar Express" with a visit from Santa. The conversation also covers the theater's community impact, with an emphasis on supporting local businesses during the holiday season. Tune in to discover how The Bend Theater is creating a festive atmosphere in downtown West Bend and making it a must-visit destination this holiday season.

Links referenced in this episode:

thebendwi.org

Holidays at The Bend with Leona Knobloch and Shaun Tanner

Noelle Brown joins Fuzz Martin to discuss the exciting and festive events happening in Downtown West Bend, particularly during the holiday season. As the executive director of the Downtown West Bend Association, Noelle highlights the importance of supporting local businesses through various events, including the Downtown Polar Express, which offers winter-themed cocktails while benefiting the Full Shelf Food Pantry. She also shares details about the upcoming Winter Warmup event, featuring stunning ice sculptures and activities designed to draw the community out during the cold winter months. Noelle emphasizes the community's charm during the holidays, with beautifully decorated areas that evoke the spirit of a Hallmark Christmas movie. Listeners will gain insights into how they can participate in these events and support local initiatives while enjoying the vibrant downtown atmosphere.

Links referenced in this episode:

downtownwestbend.comfuzzmartin.com

Festive Fun in Downtown West Bend with Noelle Braun

We’re off to the races! This week, I’m joined by Anna Cain and Bekki Scheel of Kewaskum Friends of Parks to talk about their exciting inaugural event, A Night at the Races. Taking place on Friday, January 31, 2025, at Foundry 45 in Kewaskum, this Derby-themed fundraiser will support the group’s mission to enhance the village’s parks system.

Anna and Bekki share details about the event, including what to expect (spoiler: there’s video horse betting, prizes, and Kentucky Derby-inspired food and drinks), as well as their ambitious plans to improve Kewaskum parks with projects like:

 • A beer garden with a community room at Kiwanis Park

 • A kayak launch at River Hill Park

 • An all-abilities playground at Kiwanis

If you’re looking for a fun way to support your community, grab your Derby hat, buy your tickets, and join in the fun!

Episode Highlights:

 • Meet Anna Cain and Bekki Scheel and learn about Kewaskum Friends of Parks.

 • Details about A Night at the Races event.

 • A sneak peek at the park improvement projects in the works.

 • How you can get involved and make a difference.

Event Details:

A Night at the Races

Friday, January 31, 2025

5–11 PM

Foundry 45, Kewaskum, WI

Tickets available on Eventbrite.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

 • Kewaskum Friends of Parks on Facebook: Facebook

 • Tickets for A Night at the Races: Eventbrite

Connect with Fifteen Minutes with Fuzz:

 • Website: fuzzmartin.com

Thank you for supporting Kewaskum Friends of Parks and for tuning in to another episode of Fifteen Minutes with Fuzz! Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review—it really helps!

A Night at the Races with Kewaskum Friends of Parks

Carissa Barnes, Communications Director for the City of West Bend, joins me to discuss the upcoming 2nd annual Bockfest, set to take place on March 1, 2025, at Regner Park in West Bend. This event celebrates the transition from winter to spring with traditional German festivities, focusing on bock beer and unique experiences like fire-poking the beer to enhance its flavor. Carissa shares insights on last year's successful Bockfest, which drew attendees from seven states and generated significant tourism for the area. Listeners will learn about new enhancements for this year's festival, including improved layout and a token system for quicker transactions. With live music, local business participation, and the promise of a fun-filled day, Bockfest is shaping up to be an event not to be missed!

Takeaways:

 • The second annual Bockfest will take place at Regner Park on March 1, 2025. 
 • The event features traditional German festivities, focusing on bock beer and fire poking. 
 • Bockfest was created to drive tourism and support local businesses in West Bend. 
 • Attendees will receive five 'bock bucks' to use at participating downtown businesses. 
 • This year, Bockfest will implement token systems for faster transactions and improved experience. 
 • Live music will be featured throughout the event, with various local artists performing. 

Links referenced in this episode:

bockfestwb.com

Bockfest 2025 with Carissa Barnes

Steve Kenitz, the quality manager at Milwaukee Tool, joins me to discuss the company's commitment to community engagement and its expansion into West Bend. With a rich history dating back to 1924, Milwaukee Tool has evolved from a power tool manufacturer to a solutions-oriented company focused on meeting the needs of professional tradespeople. Steve shares insights about the company's culture, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, open communication, and employee empowerment. The conversation also highlights Milwaukee Tool's community impact initiatives, including partnerships with local organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and efforts to support veterans. 

 • https://www.milwaukeetool.com/

Milwaukee Tool with Steve Kenitz

On this episode, I sit down with Lisa Kitzke, the director of Roots and Branches, to talk about the organization’s dedication to making West Bend a more beautiful place to live. We dive into the mission of Roots and Branches—not just about planting flowers and keeping things looking nice, but also about environmental stewardship and building a stronger sense of community. Lisa shares the history of the organization, which started back in 1990, and how it has grown over the past 35 years, including initiatives like the Adopt a Plot program. We also talk about the importance of green spaces and how they contribute to a thriving community. Plus, Lisa shares ways people can get involved and make a real impact right here in our own backyard.

 • https://rootsbranches.org

Roots & Branches with Lisa Kitzke

Last year, I had the pleasure of hosting an event at Foundry 45 in Kewaskum for the St. Lucas School PTO as they raised funds for a new security system. And let me tell you—they absolutely crushed it, raising more than enough to get the job done.

This year, they’re back at it! Liz Dreher from the St. Lucas Lutheran School PTO joins me this week to chat about their upcoming Boots & Blue Jeans Ball, returning to Foundry 45. This time, they’re raising funds for a brand-new playground for the school.

Mark your calendars! The Boots & Blue Jeans Ball happens on Thursday, March 13, 2025, featuring:

Food from Carnevor Craig and The AntidoteEpic raffle prizesLive music from FM Rodeo

Get your tickets by March 8th at stlucaspto.com, and come out for a great cause!

Boots & Blue Jeans Ball w/Liz Dreher

In this introduction, we talk about what to expect on Fifteen Minutes with Fuzz, a new show dedicated to showcasing local attractions, non-profits, events, experiences, and people that make Washington County, Wisconsin great!

Intro – Hello, Washington County!

Did you know we have wolves, tigers and bears all about five miles from our house? 

Oh my! This week, Shanna joins Fuzz to talk about Shalom Wildlife Zoo—an absolute gem located just off of Highway 144 in West Bend (or maybe technically Barton or Farmington). 

If you ever have an idea for the show, send an email with your idea to fifteenwithfuzz@gmail.com. 

Thanks for listening!

Shalom Wildlife Zoo in West Bend, Wis., with Shanna Martin

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a group of 10-to-14-year-olds learning what it means to be volunteers in their community. It's CAMP SUPERHERO!! 

Hey there, masked crusader. This week, I'm joined by Sheldon Brennemann, a community engagement specialist at the Volunteer Center of Washington County. Sheldon and I talk about a program called Camp SuperHero that introduces tweens and young teens to volunteerism. 

I love to hear about fun and positive things happening in and around Washington County. If you know of something I should share, email me your idea at fifteenwithfuzz@gmail.com. 

Thanks for listening!

Camp SuperHero and the Volunteer Center of Washington County with Sheldon Brennemann

George Kalioras is a strength and conditioning coach, soon-to-be kinesiologist, Army MP, and a great guy to work out with. Early this month, he opened a new gym in West Bend called Sharpened Athletics. Sharpened Athletics is a group-training gym that is built around community. The name, in fact, refers to the old Proverb (27:17). The idea is that by working together, we can all become better versions of ourselves. 

Coach Kali joins me on this week's episode to talk about how he got to this position and his vision for the future of his brand new gym. 

Learn more at https://sharpenedathletics.com/. 

If you like the show, please consider subscribing at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 

New episodes on Tuesday.

Thanks for listening!

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Opening Sharpened Athletics, a Brand New Gym in West Bend, with George Kalioras

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