Chain to Main Local News - Wednesday, March 11, 2026

The Waupaca Arts Hub is hosting a special Spring Break event through the 13th, at its location on School Street. From noon until 5 p.m. each day, visitors can take part in hands-on art activities, including projects in the Create and Grow Hub or painting pottery. Admission to the Create and Grow Hub is three dollars per person, while pottery painting prices vary by piece. The Arts Hub says the event offers a chance for people of all ages to explore creativity during the school break.  Details online at Waupaca Arts Hub dot Org.   The Waupaca Area Public Library and Waupaca Parks and Recreation are hosting “Shamrock Shenanigans” through March 14th. Thirteen hidden shamrocks have been placed around Rotary Riverview Park, Serenity Park, and along the Challenge-the-Outdoors trail leading into Washington Street Park. Participants can explore the parks during the week, searching for the shamrocks and sharing photos of what they find on social media. Organizers say the activity is designed to encourage families to get outside and enjoy Waupaca’s parks during spring break.   The City of Waupaca is looking to fill several seasonal and part-time parks and recreation positions ahead of the summer season.  Openings include concession attendants at Swan Park, lifeguards and water safety instructors, parks crew members, sports umpires and referees, and youth program leaders. The city says the positions help support summer recreation programs and park activities across the community. More information is available on the employment page at cityofwaupaca.org