Wisconsin Parkinson Association

05/31/2026

05/31/2026

⚓🎶 TODAY IS THE DAY!!! 🎶⚓

We are beyond excited for WPA’s Yacht Rock: Concert for a Cause happening TODAY at Matty’s Bar & Grille Big Backyard! 🛥️☀️💙

Get ready for an amazing afternoon filled with:
🎵 Live music from The Abby Moeller Band & After Hours
🎟️ Live auction, basket raffles 50/50, & Liquor Pull
🤝 Incredible community support
🍔 Great food, drinks, and fun!

Most importantly, every dollar raised today helps the Wisconsin Parkinson Association continue providing hope, community, support, and resources to individuals and families impacted by Parkinson’s throughout Wisconsin.

A huge THANK YOU to all of our sponsors, volunteers, donors, musicians, and attendees for making today possible. We cannot wait to celebrate with all of you!

📍 Matty’s Bar & Grille Big Backyard – New Berlin
⏰ 11 AM – 5 PM

Walk-ups are welcome, come join us for an unforgettable day supporting an amazing cause! 💙⚓🎤

05/30/2026

🎤 Special Guest Announcement! 🎤

We are thrilled to welcome Molly Fay, co-host of TMJ4's The Morning Blend, to our Concert for a Cause benefiting the Wisconsin Parkinson Association on Sunday, May 31st at Matty's The Big Backyard in New Berlin!

Molly will be joining us beginning at 1:00 PM as our special event host, helping us celebrate an afternoon filled with great music, inspiring stories, exciting raffles, and an incredible community coming together to support individuals and families impacted by Parkinson's disease.

Come enjoy live entertainment, connect with friends, and make a difference while supporting the WPA mission of providing hope, support, education, and community to those affected by Parkinson's.

We can't wait to see you there! 💙

05/28/2026

A special THANK YOU to our Band Sponsor, O’Leary & Anick, and to our Signage Sponsor, Coors for supporting WPA’s Yacht Rock: Concert for a Cause! 🎶⚓💙

Your generosity and partnership help the Wisconsin Parkinson Association continue providing hope, community, support, and resources to individuals and families impacted by Parkinson’s throughout Wisconsin.

We are incredibly grateful for your support in helping make this event such a success — thank you for helping keep the music playing for an amazing cause! 🛥️✨🎤

05/27/2026

🧗‍♀️ JUNE SESSION ALERT! 🧗‍♂️

Looking for a fun way to get moving, build confidence, and connect with others? Join the Wisconsin Parkinson Association and Adventure Rock for our upcoming Rock Climbing Event!

This Parkinson-specific adaptive climbing program is designed for individuals of ALL abilities, and no previous climbing experience is needed! 💚

✨ NEW this session: Bring your child or grandchild to climb for FREE! What a wonderful opportunity to share movement, laughter, and memories together.

📅 Sunday, June 28th
⏰ Climbing: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🕐 Please arrive by 1:45 PM
📍 Adventure Rock – Brookfield
21250 W Capitol Dr, Brookfield, WI 53072

💲 First session is FREE
💲 $15 per session after

Caregivers are welcome to attend as observers.

Movement is so important for those living with Parkinson’s, and programs like this provide community, encouragement, and fun in a supportive environment. We would love to see you there!

Register today at wiparkinson.org 💙💚

05/26/2026

Another big THANK YOU to our incredible Crew Member Sponsors for supporting WPA’s Yacht Rock: Concert for a Cause! ⚓🎶💙

We are so grateful for the generosity and support of:

Werner Electric Supply
Wisconsin Industrial Machine Service, Inc.
Flambeau Consulting
Milwaukee Police Association
Welders Supply Company
Vizance
MD Hyperbaric
US Bank

Your support helps the Wisconsin Parkinson Association continue providing hope, community, support, and resources to individuals and families impacted by Parkinson’s throughout Wisconsin.

Thank you for helping us make this event possible and for standing alongside the Parkinson’s community! 🛥️✨🎤

05/25/2026

Grandparenting with PD

Grandchildren don’t need perfection or endless energy - they need you.

This week on Pearls for Parkinson’s, we talk about meaningful ways to stay connected with younger and adult grandchildren when Parkinson’s changes stamina or energy.

Listen now: https://pearlsforparkinsons.buzzsprout.com/

You can find both the Parkinson's EmPower Talks and Pearls for Parkinson's podcasts and resources on your favorite podcast app, WPA website and social media channels or subscribe to WPA's YouTube channel to get notified.
Website: https://wiparkinson.org/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, the Wisconsin Parkinson Association pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸❤️

Today, we reflect with gratitude on the courage, service, and dedication of those who gave their lives protecting our freedoms. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day as we honor our heroes and spend time with loved ones. ❤️🤍💙

05/23/2026

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our amazing First Mate’s Club Sponsors for supporting WPA’s Yacht Rock: Concert for a Cause! ⚓🎶💙

We are incredibly grateful for the support of:

Rotating Equipment Repair
WaterTech of America, Inc.
Deloitte

Because of generous sponsors like you, the Wisconsin Parkinson Association is able to continue providing hope, community, support, and resources to individuals and families impacted by Parkinson’s throughout Wisconsin.

Thank you for helping us make a difference and for being part of this unforgettable event! 🛥️✨🎤

05/22/2026

🎙️✨ WPA’s Pearls for Parkinson’s: Tips for Daily Living with Parkinson’s podcast continues to be a HUGE hit with our members and listeners! 💙

Hosted by Dacy Reimer, each episode shares practical tips, encouragement, and ideas for navigating life with Parkinson’s.

🎉 NEW in 2026 — Pearls is hitting the road!
Join us for Pearls for Parkinson’s LIVE!

These special in-person events bring the podcast to communities across Wisconsin, giving YOU the opportunity to:
✨ Hear Pearls live
✨ Connect with others in the Parkinson’s community
✨ Share your own “pearls” and experiences
✨ Learn valuable daily living tips from Dacy and fellow attendees

A special THANK YOU to AbbVie for sponsoring these events!

📍 Upcoming Pearls LIVE Events:

🗓️ July 8 | 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 United Methodist Church – Sturgeon Bay

🗓️ August 20 | 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 First Unitarian Society – Madison

🗓️ August 26 | 3:00–4:00 PM
📍 Neuro Advantage Rehab – Mount Pleasant

🗓️ September 8 | 1:30–3:00 PM
📍 YMCA of the Northwoods – Rhinelander

🗓️ September 9 | 11:15 AM–12:45 PM
📍 Aurora BayCare Orthopedics – Green Bay

🗓️ September 28 | 3:00–4:30 PM
📍 Neuroscience Group – Neenah

🗓️ October 1 | 2:00–3:00 PM
📍 Brookfield Library – Brookfield

Be sure to watch the WPA website for additional dates and locations coming soon Pearls LIVE may be coming to a community near you in 2026! 🎙️💙