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yearhighlightsGrand Opening Skate with the Evergreens 4v4 SoccerHalloween Ice Skating Summer Camp Thanksgiving Day Exercise ClassAn annual report capturing data, events,participants and highlights from August 1, 2024-June 30, 2025. Greenheck Turner Community Center6400 Alderson StreetWeston, WI 54476https://gtcc.dce.k12.wi.us S E P T E M B E R 2 0 2 5The return to school brings new schedules, routines, and an excitement to the communitycenter. We proudly welcome families from the D.C. Everest School District and residentsfrom across the region.Our dedicated staff has been hard at work planning a year filled with events, tournaments,and opportunities for meetings, practices, and school activities.Affordable Fitness Center Membership: and our members receive photo badges forearly morning workouts and walking lanes which are open seven days a week. FREE Wednesday Walking available for everyone from 8:00 to 11:00 AM.Athletic Practices: Practices have begun in our gyms and on the turf, for football,basketball, volleyball, dance, softball, lacrosse and soccer.NewsletterGreenheck Turner Community CenterThe Greenheck Turner Community Center is committed to meeting community needs byproviding opportunities for all in areas of recreation, wellness, athletics, and social activities. BACK TO SCHOOL Field trip to WI Rapids Leadership kids at Aspirus 300 campers ~ 37 staff counselors 12 weeks ~ thousands of memories,hundreds of laughs, a dozen fieldtrips, many lost and found items. We’ll see you again nextsummer!!!Frogger, Graysen & ScarletVOLUNTEERS Weston Connect (Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community LearningCenter Grant Program (CLC) provides students with academicenrichment opportunities as well as additional activities designed tocomplement their regular academic program. This program is a FREEprogram for Weston Elementary Students. We are seeking volunteersto share interesting jobs, talents, and hobbies. It can be a one-time visitor a regularly scheduled appointment. Our programming time is 4:30-5:15 PM Monday-Friday. If you areinterested in learning more, please contact: Mariah Belanger Weston Elementary School21st Century Grant Coordinatormbelanger@dce.k12.wi.us

The selection of the Wausau/Weston areaas the host city for these championships isa testament to the collaborative efforts ofthe Greenheck Turner Community Center,Visit Wausau/Central Wisconsin CVB,Weston, Rothschild, Schofield,Kronenwetter, Wausau, Mosinee and Rib Mountain. We are excited to host the World HorseshoeTournament in 2026, which will be excellent forthe community and summer tourism. Our team isdedicated to making this a memorable experiencefor all attendees, and we look forward to thepositive impact it will have on our local economy.Aaron Mull, Director of Community Services COMMUNITY IMPACTGTCC expansive facilities have made Weston a regional tournamentdestination- bringing additional tourism dollars to the region. In 24-25,GTCC hosted seven tournaments with visiting teams traveling fromsurrounding states. We estimate more than 1,200 hotel room nightswere booked as a direct result of events on the turf. Families traveled from Antigo, Athens, Des Moines, Green Bay, Janesville, Kaukauna, Marathon, Marshfield, Merrill, Medford, Muskego, Neenah, Rib Lake, Waunakee, St. Louis, and Minnesota just to name a few. The GTCC has welcomed corporate groups,business leaders and nonprofits such as Kwik Trip,Everest Area Optimists, Habitat for Humanity,Somerville Architects, new teacher orientation,DCEYB board meetings, basketball boardmeetings, Swiderski, Greenheck Group andUnited Way of Marathon County.2026 World Horseshoe Tournament WI Ice Arena Management AssociationThis year we estimate over 50,000 visits with 30,000 visits to the new addition alone. This created an additional economic impact of over $1,000,000 for the region in its first year. This August we celebrated our first yearanniversary with an open house whichincluded turf time, ice skating andsimulator play. More than 350 peopleattended this free event marking asuccessful year of tournaments, events,practices, memberships, familyprogramming and communityinvolvement. The turf arena has been agreat expansion of the gyms, meetingsrooms and ice allowing more people toenjoy the space. This year we estimateover 50,000 visits with 30,000 visits tothe new addition alone. This created an additional economicimpact of over $1,000,000 for the regionin its first year.ONE YEAR STRONG!REC Flag Football will kick off on Saturday, September 6, for children in grades 1through 6. This program is organized in collaboration with the Varsity Footballteam, whose players will assist with officiating.On August 7, athletes were invited to a special Skills & Drills camp. More than 70 kids participated, practicing passing drills and executing footballplays alongside the high school players.A big thank you to Coach Mitchell for a fantastic start to the season!OPEN HOUSEFLAG FOOTBALLBASKETBALLGirls REC Basketball League will begin September 27 for athletes grades 3-6Boys Basketball Skills & Drills will begin October 18 for kids Age 4-grade 2Boys REC Basketball League will begin October 18 for athletes grade 3-6Our basketball program is low cost, volunteer run and supported by the VarsityBasketball Teams and coaches Bullis and Schalow. http://gtcc.dce.k12.wi.us/quick-links/rec-sportsREGISTRATION:September 5th

Group Fitness Members Giving BackNovember was filled with baseballcamps that brought kids from 12surrounding communities, Boys RECbasketball in the Field House, our firstsoftball tournament, a new partnershipwith WI Conquerors Soccer league, aThanksgiving Day Skate which raised for area nonprofits, and aZumba class on the turf that collectedhundreds of cans of food for theMarathon County Hunger Coalition. GTCC staff welcomed new staff and studentsinto the turf arena for kick-off celebrations,band rehearsals, athletic practices andemployed 40 before/after school care staffmembers caring for kids at fiveelementary schools. REC Flag Football increased participants by 94 and expandedto include a 1-2nd grade divisionallowing more kids to play. After years of dreaming, months of planning and18 months of construction we opened the doors fora grand celebration of the new Greenheck TurnerCommunity Center on August 1, 2024. In August, we hosted youth soccergames and grew the program by 38 participants.-August 1, 2024-SeptemberOctoberNovemberREC SoccerDCE BandFlag Football Mascots on the TurfWI Conquerors SoccerThroughout the year our Family Programming classesexpanded and we saw more than participants join usfor Tyke Time, Mess Makers, Storyland Crafts, Parents DayOut and Cooking with Sparklez class. We awarded nearly $1,000 inscholarships to provide youthwith opportunities to participatein GTCC activities. 345163$609666Tyke Time CLIMBING WALL ATTENDANTFAMILY PROGRAMMING STAFFBEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL STAFF AT VARIOUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS PART-TIME CLEANERBUILDING MONITORSSOCCER IS MYFAVORITE SPORT.THANKS FORLETTING ME PLAYMOM & DAD.4 T H G R A D E RAdd a subheadingMore than 900 kids played, ran, learned, made friends,challenged themselves and had the support of family and friends.Thank you! A special shout out to Nora, Bennet and Chris for allthe behind the scenes support! Next up: fall soccer, flag football,and basketball. Make time for yourself and begin your health & wellness journey with our dedicatedteam of group fitness instructors. Classes are offered at a variety of times to meetyour needs. Each class offers options for you to modify and exercise at your pace.Try a Pilates class, or dance to a Zumba class. Lift with a Bodypump class orstretch with Bodybalance. We're expanding and looking for people like you to joinour team. Full-time or part-time, we've got opportunitiesthat'll make you feel like a team player. We have flexiblehours for you, a fitness center membership, logoapparel, and opportunities to cross-train. Check out allthe details at: https://gtcc.dce.k12.wi.us/about-us/career-opportunities.FITNESS CENTER FOR ALLWE’RE HIRING http://gtcc.dce.k12.wi.us/quick-links/groups-fitnessSPEED &PERFORMANCESession 1 Dates: September 9- October 15Tuesday Nights Grades 4-5 & 6-8 Wednesday Nights Grades K-1 & 2-3SUMMER SOCCER

Wednesday nights continue to be a great family night with a total of 42 Bounce House Events this year andparticipants. December In December we hosted our first FREE movie night for more than people. The night was filled with treats,dancing and a fantastic kick off to the holiday season. Thank you to the D.C. Everest Area Education Foundation forsponsoring this great evening for families.Ice SkatingThroughout the year wehosted 68 open skateevents with more than participants. Bounce House EventsRock Wall ClimbingThroughout the year we had38 climbing opportunitieswith participants. January 2025The new year brought a successful indoorREC soccer program to the turfexpanding it by 122 participants and anew 6 grade division. thSoccerSoccerSoftballDCE Youth BaseballOur youth partners; MC United, Wolfpack Lacrosse, Everest Fastpitch andDCE Youth Baseball all hosted indoor camps,clinics and tournaments during the winterseason. These partners and their coaches workwith a range of youth, building collaborativeopportunities between youth programs and DCEVarsity teams. The 4v4 Indoor Soccer Tournamentbrought teams from all over themidwest for a weekend of soccer on theturf.3003,473977244109February & March 2025 BIRTHDAY PARTIES Put your mind at ease with a partyat the Greenheck TurnerCommunity Center to celebrate oneyear older! Customize your party with our partycoordinator. Every Birthday Party Includes: 1 hour use of a meeting/party room 1 hour of activity- party package Souvenir gift for each child Personal Birthday Party Attendant A gift for the birthday childStart your planning by reviewing thebirthday party options online, thencontact Jessica, our in-housebirthday party coordinator, toschedule your party.Email Jessica atjmullaley@dce.k12.wi.us https://gtcc.dce.k12.wi.us/quick-links/birthday-partieshttp://gtcc.dce.k12.wi.usUpcoming Events Our family programming events are available for the community. Public Skates, BounceHouse Events and Rock Climbing are just some of the fun at a low price. Check thecalendar often as we add events when gym space is available. *New programs added thisfall include: Latte Art, Animal Frenzy, and back by popular demand, Mess Makers.

The new GTCC addition allowed us topartner with high school sports andcreate new classes including newprograms; Youth Tennis, Kickball,Heroes Lacrosse, Sixes Lacrosse,Girls Running Camp, Cross CountryRun & Play, Adult Pick-up Soccer,Adult Pick-up Basketball, Adult Drop-in Pickleball, Senior Golf,and Walk-a-Marathon. We officiallypartnered with: DCE High SchoolSports Teams: · Football· Boys Basketball· Girls Basketball· Volleyball· Boys Lacrosse· Girls Soccer· Boys Soccer· Cross Country· TennisSpeed & Agility April we hosted our first Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by Incredible Bank with more than people. Youth enjoyed the turf for a free family experience on this holiday weekend. MayVolleyball Skills & Drills increased participants by 19 youthGroup Fitness Highlights for the yearinclude, three new instructors,visits from members, 182 first-timevisitors, and new classes added such as:Yoga Sculpt and Flow & Restore Yoga.The new Speed & Agility programhosted three sessions over six monthswith K-8 student participation. Group Fitness 5004155,191

17 Vacation Fun Days were organized for kidson days when the District did not have school, providingfamilies with affordable care while kids played on theturf, ice skated, climbed the rock wall, played courtgames and enjoyed lunch. Summer Camp kids werethe FIRST youth to play onthe turf last summer. camp kids and 30counselors went on 10 fieldtrips, caught 20 frogs in lakeMountain bay and usedmore than 1,000 waterballoons while exploring theoutdoors, making newfriends, playing gaga,kickball and crafting. GTCC Partnership Tournaments Wisconsin 4v4 Indoor Soccer ChampionshipsGirls U14 & U19 Wisconsin 9v9 Indoor Soccer ChampionshipsWisconsin 4v4 Turf Wars Soccer TournamentAdult Open Wisconsin 9v9 Indoor Soccer ChampionshipsBoys U12 Wisconsin 9v9 Indoor Soccer ChampionshipsRib Mountain Rampage High School Lacrosse TournamentWeston Connect had 179 registered students. They created STEM projects,leprechaun traps, made ice cream, had trivia days, and had a surprise visit at the endof the year by a clutch of baby chicks. This year we celebrated birthdays at GTCC with familiesand friends from around the state. We held 65 Bounce HouseParties, 26 Turf Parties, 20 Simulator Parties and 17 Ice SkatingParties.250130128There are currently 25 confirmed tournaments, camps, and clinics booked for the coming fall/winter in addition to theWorld Horseshoe Championships in summer of 2026.