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A Fox Valley Library Council event with speaker Bill Collar at the new Kaukauna Public Library
This fun, upbeat presentation utilizes humor and historical references to emphasize the importance of keeping a positive attitude as the key to personal motivation and peak performance. The value of enjoying life and finding humor in daily activities is examined through the use of pictures, anecdotes and real life experiences. Humor and laughter help us transcend any predicament with feelings that are lighthearted, carefree, and hopeful. Bill Collar says, “The shortest distance between two people is a humorous line.” Take advantage of this opportunity to determine your H. Q. (Humor Quotient). Lighten up and laugh!
The workshop will be followed by lunch, a tour of the new library, and the annual FVLC business meeting and elections. All are welcome to attend.
Bill Collar was a social studies teacher and football coach for 35 years, the last 29 at Seymour High School. He has been recognized as Social Studies Teacher of the Year, Wisconsin Teacher of the Year, and Wisconsin Football Coach of the Year. He coached state champions in football and track. A unique motivational speaker, Bill combines a rich treasure of motivational principles with common sense and humorous anecdotes.
He has authored two books, Exceeding the Standards: Teaching with Pride, Poise, and Passion and It’s More than A Game, a character building book for youth. A member of the Wisconsin Football Coaches Hall of Fame, Bill served as president of the organization for three years. He earned a BS and MS from UW-La Crosse and has been honored as a distinguished graduate. Bill has spoken with groups ranging from the Wisconsin Badger Rose Bowl Champions to the national sales staff for Riddell, Inc.
Active in community affairs, Bill is president of the historical society, a past president of the Seymour Library Board, Friends of the Library, and was named Seymour’s Outstanding Citizen in 2007.