The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is looking for the next Alice in Dairyland! This position is a highly visible, fast-paced public relations position. Alice in Dairyland is an ambassador for the agriculture industry through delivering speeches, social media, and engaging media outlets. The position begins on June 1st, 2020. Click here to learn more about how to become Wisconsin's 73rd Alice in Dairyland! 

Upcoming Events! 

• On Saturday, January 4th the Wausau State Patrol will host another open house event! The public is invited to learn more about the duties and job opportunities with the State Patrol. The event is from 9 AM-noon. 
• Also on Saturday, January 4th, the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum is hosting Art Open Studio. This free event is open to the public. From 1-3 PM stop by the studio to create wall art inspired by Paul Jackson's work. 
• In addition to the DNR Candlelight Hikes, which I mentioned last week, the Monk Botanical Gardens offer quarterly Luminary Garden Walks! The next event is a Snowshoe Luminary Walk on Friday January 10th from 6:00-8:00 PM. Bring your friends, family and dogs for a walk through the gardens and some warm winter treats! *Cost is $2 per person, cash only. Snowshoes are available for rent for an additional $2 fee.

Cultivate Yourself Beyond the Farm

The Marathon County Farm Bureau, UW Extension Marathon County and the Job Center of Wisconsin are collaborating to host the Cultivate Yourself Beyond the Farm program. This program is designed to introduce farmers to potential employers and resources. 

Join these partners on January 22nd from 10AM-noon at the Marshfield Agriculture Research Station to connect with Job Center Staff and potential employers. Resources provided include assistance searching for jobs, exploring careers, accessing training and resources, in addition to a host of workshops on computer skills, resume writing and interviewing. 

This month, I will be hosting office hours in the evening to reach working families about a topic impacting constituents throughout the district: child care. Child care is becoming increasing unaffordable for families throughout Wisconsin. While I am meeting with my colleagues in the Legislature and Administration to identify solutions, I want to hear from those impacted most: you! Stay tuned for more details on my January Office Hours.