Plover paramedics Josh Wendorf and Krystal Dombrowski. Wendorf has been a paramedic for 13 years before being hired for the new Plover ambulance station, while Dombrowski previously served as a first responder for two years. Both live in Wisconsin Rapids. (Metro Wire photo)

Safety Fair, Cultural Fest highlight of weekend activities

May 11, 2018May 11, 2018

Metro Wire Staff

Thousands are expected for two of this weekend’s main events: the annual Mark Toyota Safety Fair and the Portage County Cultural Festival.

Both events are being held on May 12.

Spearheaded by the Plover Fire Dept., the safety fair is organized annually by all local emergency agencies in conjunction with Mark Toyota, 1765 Park Ave. in Plover.

This year’s event includes child fingerprinting by the Portage Co. Sheriff’s Office, face painting, rescue tool demonstration, fire safety house, boat simulator and hands-only CPR training.

Plover police will be on hand with their K-9 vehicle and officer, Bill. Stevens Point police will also make a special appearance with their new K-9 dogs, Luna and Fala, at about 10 a.m.

*Setup for the Portage County Cultural Festival began on Thursday. (Contributed)*

A special dedication ceremony for the village’s new ambulance will take place at noon.

Food and beverages will be available for purchase from the Boys and Girls Club.

The 2018 Portage County Cultural Festival will be held at Stevens Point Area Senior High School, 1201 North Point Dr., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event includes dozens of live music and dance acts, vendors, and interactive arts and crafts experiences from cultures all over the world.

Ethnic food and items will be available for purchase.

Both events are free and open to the public.