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IN THIS ISSUE
January 2026 | Nicolet Highlands
Welcome to the Highlands Happenings Table of Contents
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Puppy Palooza Tuesday, January 6th at 10:30 Am | Community Room Get your puppy fix! Suann from Rose Garden Kennels will be bringing 2 litters of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels for your snuggling enjoyment. This event is free. RSVP Not Required
The Morning Blend Friday, January 9th at 10:00 Am | Community Room Start your day with coffee and connection at The Morning Blend! This relaxed gathering brings together residents and our Resident Services Team to share conversation and a warm sense of community. This event is free. RSVP Not Required
Just For Fun 8 What's Cooking 9 Contact Information 10 On-Site & Local Services 11 Check It Out 12
Carny Road - Timeless Tunes Tuesday, January 13th AT 3:00 Pm | Community Room Step back in time with classic hits from the 60’s and earlier. Enjoy the rich blend of guitars, harmonica, timeless charm of the ukulele. Whether you're a fan of old-school rock ’n’ roll or golden-era classics, Carny Road brings the music to life with heart! This event is free. RSVP Not Required
Upcoming spotlight Events
Knee Deep Tuesday, January 27th AT 10:00 am | Community Room Prevea orthopedic specialist and physical therapist will be here to discuss exercises, tips to avoid overuse, injuries, and treatment options for knee and joint pain as we age. This event is free. RSVP Not Required
PAST ACTIVITIES & RECREATIONAL Events
Past Activities & Events 2 Upcoming Events 3 Resident Reminders 4 Welcome & Celebrations 5 Activity Calendar 6 - 7
Smokin' Good Times Thursday, January 22nd AT 5:00 Pm | Community Room Join us for a relaxed evening with friends and neighbors! Enjoy smoked meatloaf, mac & cheese, coleslaw, cornbread, and dessert—catered by Marko’s Smoking BBQ. Sign up to save your spot! $15 per person. RSVP by Wednesday, January 7th
We look forward to having you join us! For a complete list of activities and events taking place this month at the Highlands, visit our Activity Calendar on pages 6-7.
Slow Down You're Moving Too Fast friendly reminders for drivers in our community Patience is a virtue and in a parking lot and on the roads that connect our community buildings, that virtue can be tested. That patience, however, can preserve damages to your car, to other's cars, surrounding landscape, and the likelihood of injury to pedestrians. Please take things slow when driving in/out and around our community and parking lots. If you see someone speeding in the parking lot or surrounding areas of our community, please let the office know by providing a description to the best of your ability of the make/model and color of the speeding vehicle. Please also remember that the garage doors are set for sufficient time for one vehicle to pass through. We are not responsible for any damage to cars that "piggyback" each other to enter or exit the underground parking garage. While driving in the underground parking garage, please be aware and on the lookout for residents who may be walking in the garage to/from their cars as well as those around the waste receptacle area/recycling and trash.
Common Area Spills or Areas Requiring Attention While we appreciate our resident's willingness to keep the common areas of our community clean, if you see a spill or mess that requires attention, please do not clean up the mess yourself. Instead, please contact our Resident Services Office so that we can take care of the clean up to ensure it's done properly and thoroughly. Thank you for your cooperation and assistance.
Who won $100?
Don't wait for the perfect moment. Take the moment and make it perfect. Zoey Sayward
Common Area Temperatures Community Room & Library temps are set to 72°-74° and hallway temps are set to 70°. Please contact the Resident Services Office if you notice any problems.
Activity & Upcoming Events Sign Up Sheet THE MORE THE MERRIER! PLEASE JOIN US! We love to see our residents participating in the many activities offered at our community. Be sure to sign up for the event you wish to attend using the Sign Up Sheet provided in this newsletter. Our calendar will list all of the events and many of them will be featured as Spotlight Events in this newsletter as well. Attend them ALL, or simply select your favorites! We look forward to seeing you at the upcoming activities and events this month.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Is your birthday in January? Be our guest as we celebrate all of our residents with January birthdays. All are welcome to enjoy treats and coffee while we celebrate. This event is free for residents with a birthday in January - $3 for all others. Happy Birthday to all!
resident reminders
This month’s winner of our $100 lease renewal drawing is Patricia C.
Celebrate Good Times Thursday, January 8th at 2 pm Community room RSVP by Monday, January 5th
Snowplow Awareness Be watchful of snowplows when it snows. If you have a car parked in the lot, please try and move it so the plow can clear the entire lot. The weather has been very unpredictable this season and we thank you for being patient.
Doors You may have noticed, the change in Wisconsin weather temperatures can often times impact the operation of the automatic doors and the mechanism used to properly close them. We kindly request that you take some extra time to ensure that all doors close behind you when entering and leaving the building. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
January, the first month of the year. A perfect time to start all over again. Changing energies and deserting old moods. New beginnings, new attitudes. -Charmaine J Forde
Congratulations!
Resource Center Did you know we have a resource center? Our Resource Center is located in the Library and contains information from various service providers who cater to the needs of those 55 and better. Enjoy information on cleaning services, home health care services, restaurant menus, coupons and more! Check out the resources available to you today!
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9 am Exercise 11 am Shuffleboard 6 pm Bingo
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1 pm Hand & Foot National Hot Chocolate Day
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Martin Luther King Jr Day 9 am Exercise 2 pm Arts & Crafts 6 pm Hand & Foot
JANUARY 2026 ACTIVITY & EVENTS CALENDAR
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1 pm Hand & Foot National Mind-Body Wellness Day
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9 am Exercise 1 pm Hand & Foot 1 pm Cribbage
9 am Exercise 10am Coffee 11 am Shuffleboard 6 pm Sheepshead
9 am Exercise 3 pm Carny Road 6 pm Sheepshead
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9 am Chair Yoga 2 pm Birthday Dessert 6 pm Sheepshead
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NFL Playoffs Wild Card Round Games at 12, 3:30 & 7 PM
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9 am Exercise 10 am Fire Alarm Testing 11 am Shuffleboard 4:30 pm WineDown
9 am Exercise 1 pm Penny Bingo 6 pm Sheepshead
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1 pm Hand & Foot NFL Playoffs Divisional Round Games at 3:30 PM & 7:15 PM
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Packers vs. Vikings Time TBD
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NFL Playoffs Divisional Round Games at 2 PM & 5:30 PM
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NEW YEAR'S DAY Office Closed
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NFL Conference Championship 5:30 PM
Sunday
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10:30 am BookClub 1 pm Hand & Foot NFL Playoffs Wild Card Round Games at 3:30 PM & 7 PM
9 am Exercise 10:30 am Puppy Palooza 1 pm Penny Bingo 6 pm Sheepshead
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10 am Knee Deep 6 pm Sheepshead
1 pm Hand & Foot National Compliment Day
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9 am Exercise 1 pm Hand & Foot 1 pm Cribbage 5 pm Smokin' Good Times
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Shelf Indulgence this month's book recommendation
White Chicken Chili This white chicken chili is full of flavor and ideal for a quick, hearty meal—especially on a cold winter night. And the best part is that it comes together easily in one pot and also freezes well, making it a great option for meal prep or leftovers.
Top Ten
Stay warm!
Back Then In History
The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood When 77-year-old Judith Potts spots something suspicious from her riverside home, she stumbles into a real murder mystery—and decides to solve it herself. Teaming up with two unlikely new friends, Judith forms an amateur sleuthing trio in the sleepy English town of Marlow. Witty, charming, and full of cozy intrigue, this book is a fun and clever read perfect for spring afternoons. Fans of light mysteries and lovable eccentrics will be hooked.
Staying in can be just as enjoyable as going out, especially when it's January in Wisconsin. Check out these Top 10 cozy things to do inside the comfort of your own home. 1. Read a new book 2. Make hot cocoa 3. Try a new recipe 4. Do a puzzle 5. Stream a movie 6. Light a candle 7. Listen to calming music 8. Knit or crochet 9. Organize a drawer 10. Start journaling
WHAT’S COOKING
cozy things to do indoors during cold winter months
The tradition of New Year’s resolutions dates back over 4,000 years to the ancient Babylonians. During a 12-day festival called Akitu, they made promises to their gods to pay debts and return borrowed items—early versions of resolutions! The Romans later adopted similar practices, offering resolutions to Janus, the two-faced god of beginnings. Today, while fitness goals top most lists, only about 9% of people actually stick to their resolutions. Still, the hope of a fresh start keeps the tradition alive
Step 1: In a dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Saute chicken, onion, and garlic until chicken is lightly browned, above 5 minutes. STEP 2: Transfer chicken to a cutting board and cut into bite-sized chunks. Return to pot. STEP 3: Add broth, beans, chiles, oregano, cumin, and cayenne. Simmer 30-40 minutes. STEP 4: To serve, place cilantro in bowls, ladle chili over, and top with cheese and salt to taste. Source: Allrecipes.com
Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 5 ¼ cups chicken broth 3 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, rinsed 2 (4 oz) cans chopped green chiles 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 pinches cayenne pepper (or to taste) ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (or to taste) ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Salt to taste
Fun Facts About New Year's Resolutions
Warm up with chili!
To appreciate the beauty of a snowflake it is necessary to stand out in the cold. -Aristotle
just for fun
On January 17, 1867, Frank Lloyd Wright was born in Richland Center, Wisconsin. Widely considered one of America’s most influential architects, Wright pioneered the Prairie School movement and designed iconic buildings like Taliesin in Spring Green. His philosophy of organic architecture emphasized harmony between human spaces and nature. Wright’s legacy continues to inspire architects around the world, with more than a dozen of his structures still standing throughout Wisconsin.
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Onsite Services
Thank you to our Community Engagement Coordinators for all you do to keep our community running smoothly.
Rental Agreement Renewals IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR RENEWAL We'd like to thank all of our residents who will be renewing their rental agreements with us. Please provide the Resident Services Office with the following documents when you sign your Rental Agreement Renewal: Resident Update Form to include all new updates A current copy of your Renters Insurance Declaration Page. If you have any questions, please let us know.
Your Feedback is Important To Us tell us what you think Our team works hard to ensure that your expectations are not only met, but exceeded. We send general feedback surveys when the following touch points take place: Following your move in Completion of a maintenance request At lease renewal Following a move out Your feedback is extremely important to us and we appreciate your kind words and recognition of our team members and services. We also appreciate when you take the time to tell us where we may have fallen short so that we have an opportunity to improve. Our community is only as good as our residents' satisfaction and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us.
Mary Melchior
Community Engagement Coordinators
Resident Portal
Main Office
Debra Owens
Local Services
Make rent payments. Pay online, check the status of your payments, review your payment history, submit maintenance requests and view event invitations. Our resident portal is an online tool for you to be able to take care of some things without having to wait for the Resident Services Office to open. It's easy, it's convenient and it's designed with you in mind. Need more information? Contact us today!
We want to hear from you!
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Help Us To Better Help You RESIDENT SERVICEs OFFICE VISITS To ensure we can address your needs promptly and thoroughly, we kindly ask for your support in two ways: For in-person visits: Please schedule an appointment whenever possible. If visiting without an appointment, limit conversations to 5 minutes or less for non-urgent matters. For non-urgent questions: Submit detailed requests via email or voicemail. This helps us respond efficiently and identify common topics for future resources. These steps allow our team to dedicate focused attention to walk-ins and appointments while managing essential behind-the-scenes tasks that benefit our entire community. Thank you for partnering with us to enhance service for all residents.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation!
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