Community Calendar
Saturday, July 11
An Electronic Recycling Donation Drive will be held Saturday, July 11, from 9:00 to 8:00 at Goodwill in Richland Center. Items that will be accepted include Computers & Laptops, Phones & Tablets, Printers & Scanners, Flat Screen TVs, Cables & Chargers, Accessories and more. Items can be in working and no-working condition. There will be no charge for recycling your electronic items.
There will be a Brat and Hot Dog Stand on Saturday, July 11, from 10:00 until 3:00, or until gone, at Gary’s Lawn Care, 789 Sextonville Road in Richland Center. There will also be Amish Baked Goods. Money raised goes to Pam’s Posse Walk with GRACE team.
The 14th annual Driftless Music Festival will be held Saturday, July 11 at Eckhart Park in downtown Viroqua. There will be a full day of free live music, local food, craft beverages, a raffle, family activities, and community celebration. Hosted by Fourthstream the festival features an eclectic lineup of regional and national artists spanning Americana, balkan bluegrass, jazz, rock, soul, improv, and world music. Music begins at 12:30 and continues throughout the day and into the evening. Admission is free. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. For the full schedule and festival information, visit driftlessmusicfestival.com.
American Legion Post 13 Richland Center will be having a program by Retired Guard of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier SFC William L. Janes Jr. on Saturday, July 11, at 1:00 at the Richland Center American Legion Club Room. Come and hear about his personal experiences being a guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Sip & Savor: A Taste of Southwest Wisconsin will be held Saturday, July 11, at Harris Park in Dodgeville. There will be delicious food, drinks and live music featuring The Michael Mikrut Band. Admission is free. Food tickets are $1 each. Money raised benefits the Upland Hills Health Foundation.
Fireworks shows will be held Saturday, July 11, at 9:30 in Prairie du Chien and at dusk at Harris Park in Dodgeville.
Sunday, July 12
Avoca-Blue River-Muscoda Lions Club will be holding BBQFest on Sunday, July 12, from 11:00 to 2:00, or until sold out, at Victora Riverside Park in Muscoda. Enjoy a third rack of ribs, quarter chicken and sides for $18. There will also be raffles, bean bags and family fun. Proceeds from the event will help with improvements at Muscoda’s Jaycees Park.
St. Vincent de Paul River Valley Conference will be holding a Summer Fundraising Gathering Sunday, July 12, from 11:00 to 2:00 at The Shed Garden in Spring Green. Chicken Sandwiches, Brats, Burgers, Hot Dogs, Black Bean Burgers, Salad Sides and Beverages will be served. There will be live music by Janna & Lydia Johnson, a 50/50 Raffle and a Basket Raffle. Proceeds benefit the SVDP Outreach and Building Fund.
Learn about the only warehouse Frank Lloyd Wright designed during a tour of the A.D. German Warehouse in Richland Center. Tours will be held each Sunday through October 3 at 11:00, Noon, 1:00 and 2:00. Tickets can be purchased in advance at adgermanwarehouse.org or they can be purchased at the door.
The public is invited to help Mick & Robin Cosgrove celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary on Sunday, July 12 from 1:00 to 5:00 at The Phoenix Center in Richland Center.
The Richland County Historical Society invites you to tour the Akey School Museum Sundays, through September, from 1:00 until 4:00. Akey School is located on County Highway TB, midway between Twin Bluffs and Gotham. There is no admission fee; however, donations are gratefully accepted.
Bingo will be held the second Sunday of each month, from 3:00 to 5:00, at Legion Post 220 in Soldiers Grove.
The Buena Vista Lions Club Car Cruise will be held every Sunday through September 20, from 5:00 to 8:00, at the Buena Vista Bicentennial Park in Gotham. Great cars, great fun and great friends come together. There will also be a concession stand serving food and drinks at the event.
Monday, July 13
Free artificial intelligence training for small businesses will be held Monday, July 13, from 8:30 to 11:00 at the Richland Center Community Center. The workshop, hosted by the Southwestern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, teaches small business owners fundamentals about how to understand what AI tools can and can’t do, where AI tools can help and what the real risks are. The sessions will also teach how to keep adapting as technology changes. The sessions are free and open to local business owners. Registration is open now and space is limited. Business owners can reserve a seat at rise-above.net/ai101 .
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Vernon County offers a free social group for individuals with early-stage dementia. The social group meets on the second and last Mondays of the month from 10:00 to 11:30 at the McIntosh Memorial Library conference room in Viroqua. The social group provides an opportunity to meet other people on a similar journey and share life stories with each other. Spouses, adult children, and friends are encouraged to join the group, too. To learn more, call Teresa at the ADRC of Vernon County at phone number 608-637-5201.
Tai Chi Exercise will be held Monday, July 13, from 1:00 until 1:45 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and the Ontario & Readstown Public Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Picnic in the Park for the Pool will be held Monday, July 13, from 4:00 until 7:00 at Kronsage Park in Boscobel. Hamburgers, brats and hotdogs along with chips, beverages and homemade bars will be available for purchase. Musical guest, at the event, will be Tom Jones.
Experience a classic movie in a historic space when Some Like It Hot is shown Monday, July 13, from 7:00 to 9:00 at the Hillside Theater in Spring Green. One of the most beloved films of all time, this sizzling masterpiece by Billy Wilder set a new standard for Hollywood comedy. The movie features Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon whose characters skip town by donning drag and joining an all-female band en route to Miami. The charm of the group’s singer, played by Marilyn Monroe, leads them ever further into extravagant lies. The film, first shown at Taliesin in 1958, is presented in partnership with the River Valley Film Club. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at taliesinpreservation.org/events/.
The ADRC of Eagle Country is looking for parties interested in helping plan a Giving Voices Dementia Friendly Choir. The goal is to create inclusive spaces where singers feel a deep sense of belonging, safety and joy, while also fostering greater understanding and reducing stigma around dementia. Training for facilitating this choir will be given by the Giving Voices Organization. There will also be a search for a choir director and a piano accompanist. Once started in the fall the choir will meet weekly. If interested contact Pam by phone at 608-548-3954 or by email at pkulberg@juneaucountywi.gov. More information can also be found at givingvoicechorus.org.
Many kids in Southwest Wisconsin depend upon the public-school lunch program for the majority of their meals, so they often go hungry during the summer. The Back Roads Church Summer Food Program serves free meals to children and teenagers 18 years old and under on weekdays from through August 6. Meals will be served at Back Roads Boscobel 11:30 to 12:45, Cozy Acres Mobile Home Park Shelter 11:00 to 11:15, Woodman Park Shelter 11:30 to 11:45 and Bloomington Village Park Noon to 12:30. There are no financial requirements and no forms to fill out, just come and eat. More information can be found at backroadschurch.org/outreach/. Watch for weekly menus on the Back Roads Church Facebook page.
Registration is being accepted for the National Night Out K9 5K Run/Walk which will be held Tuesday, August 4, at 5:30 at the Richland County Fairgrounds in Richland Center. Registration cost before July 14 is $30, after July 15 is $35 and the day of the event is $40. The link to register can be found on the 6th Annual National Night Out Facebook page or by clicking on the following link: https://runsignup.com/…/Richland…/RCNationalNightOutK95K.
Tuesday, July 14
The SWCAP Pop-up Food Pantry Truck will be in Rockbridge from 10:30 to 11:30 at Rockbridge Town Hall and in Cazenovia from 12:30 to 1:30 near Alibi’s Bar & Grill on Tuesday, July 14. SWCAP is required to collect names, ages, addresses, and household size. A slip of paper with names, addresses, and birthdates will speed up the process. All are welcome from the surrounding areas as well.
Easy Chair Yoga will be held Tuesday, July 14, from 10:30 until 11:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Bower-Gunnill-Dalton VFW Post 2267 will have its monthly business meeting Tuesday, July 14 at the American Legion Post 13 Hall in Richland Center. Comradeship starts at 6:30 with the meeting to follow at 7:00. All current members or those eligible to join are encouraged to attend to conduct Post business along with upcoming events.
Rolling Hills Toastmasters Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00. Meetings are held at Eagle School in Classroom 2. Meetings are hybrid, meaning you can attend in person or by zoom. For more information or zoom link call 608-604-7743.
A Euchre Tournament will be held at the Hub City Community Building each Tuesday and Friday Night at 7:00.
This is the 14th year “GRACE Guitars” will be out in area lawns and businesses. If you would like to have “GRACE Guitars” on your property contact “Team Booneytunes” at 608-647-4497.
Wednesday, July 15
To help families start the summer with ease, Emplify Health by Gundersen is offering sports physicals Wednesday, July 15, from 8:30 to 3:30 at Wauzeka-Steuben School District. This WIAA Sports Physical can be billed through insurance or offer a $25 cash pay option. In-clinic sport physicals are also offered and can be scheduled by calling (608) 375-4144.
Little Sprouts Circle Time at the Brewer Public Library in Richland Center is offered for babies and toddlers on Wednesday, July 15, at 9:30. The event is free, and no pre-registration is required.
Storytime for children will be held at the Brewer Public Library in Richland Center on Wednesday, July 15, at 10:30. The event is free and no pre-registration is required.
The American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to help hospitals and transfusion centers stay prepared to help all patients. Area blood drives that will be held include on Wednesday July 15, from 11:30 to 5:30 at the Richland Center Community/Senior Center and on Friday, July 17, from 8:00 to Noon at Greenway Manor in Spring Green. Book a time to give blood or platelets now by visiting RedCrossBlood.org, calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App. Walk-ins will also be welcome.
The Richland Area Farmers’ Market will be held every Wednesday, from Noon until 4:00, on the corner of Orange and Court Streets, across from Center Pharmacy, in Richland Center. The market will be held rain or shine, unless the weather is severe. EBT/SNAP Quest cards are always welcome. If you have any questions or would like to become a vendor call 608-213-3374 or email truthsprings@fastmail.fm. More information and vendor applications can also be found at richlandareafarmersmarket.org.
Enjoy an afternoon of Euchre every Wednesday at 1:00 at the old school in Avoca.
Tai Chi Exercise will be held Wednesday, July 15, from 1:00 until 1:45 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and the Ontario & Readstown Public Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
AI & Disinformation: Deepfakes & Cloned Voices will be held Wednesday, July 15 at 2:15. Learn how AI and other technology can mislead us. At Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and the Viola, Ontario & Readstown Public Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Vernon County offers a free Dementia Caregiver support group. Monthly meetings are held on the third Wednesday of the month, from 3:00 to 4:00 at the Hillsboro Public Library community room. This support group is open to friends and family who care about someone living with dementia. To learn more, call Teresa at the ADRC of Vernon County at 608-637-5201.
The Richland Community Food Pantry is open Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30.
The Annual Flag Retirement Ceremony Chapter VII Vietnam Veterans will be held Wednesday, July 15, weather permitting, at 5:00 at 32742 Cold Spring Drive, Lone Rock. Veterans are encouraged to attend and the public is invited.
The Richland School District is offering their free Summer Meal Program for kids again this year. Meal pick-up will be held every Thursday through August 6 at the Richland Center High School. Online forms are no longer available to sign-up. Please reach out to 608-649-HIVE (608-649-4483) to schedule for the next available summer food service pick up. Children do not need to be a Richland Schools student but must be a district resident.
A reminder to Richland County property taxpayers, July 31 is the final due date for the second installment of the 2025 Real Estate Property Taxes. Taxes are due and payable to the County Treasurer’s Office. The interest rate charged in August will be 7% and interest will increase 1% on the first of each month thereafter. Payments can be made online using the public portal on the Richland County Treasurer’s website. Payments with cash or check can be made in person at the County Treasurer’s Office, dropped in the drop box located outside the courthouse, or mailed to the Richland County Treasurer’s Office along with your tax statement. If you would like a receipt of your payment, please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope. More information can be found on the Richland County Treasurer’s website.
Thursday, July 16
The Lone Rock Community Library Summer Reading Program will be held every Thursday, through August 20, from 11:00 until Noon. This summer’s theme of “Unearth a Story” leans into exploration, history and prehistoric fun. Each week will offer a new adventure. The adventure for Thursday, July 16, is “Unearth Lone Rock: Threads of the Past” with the Lone Rock Historical Society.
The Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry will be at Ithaca High School the third Thursday of each month beginning at 4:00. Due to activities and traffic at that time, Mobile Pantry guests are not permitted to park near or on school property before 3:30. Park in line until directed to proceed. There are no restrictions, everyone in need is welcome, no matter where you live. No ID or proof of income is required.
A Community Free Meal will be held Thursday, July 16, from 5:00 to 6:30 at the Eunice Keepers Shelter located in Krouskop Park, Richland Center.
The Richland Center Lions is hosting Car Cruise-In and Burgers on Thursday, July 16, from 5:00 until 8:00 at the Richland County Fairgrounds. Area car enthusiasts are invited to showcase your vehicles. Everyone is welcome for great food and entertainment.
Celebrate Recovery -RC meets every Thursday night from 6:00 to 8:00 at the Nazarene Outreach Center in Richland Center. Food is available starting at 5:30. Celebrate Recovery – Richland Center is sponsored by Grace Community Church.
There will be a Landowner Information Meeting about the “BECI” 765 kV Transmission Proposal on Thursday, July 16, at 6:00 at The Phoenix Center in Richland Center. The event is sponsored by potentially impacted landowners of the Richland County Landowners Outreach Team. Discussion will primarily revolve around landowner interests, but members of the public at large are also welcome. For more information contact Janet Johnson at wiponygirl@gmail.com or Rob Danielson at tgpe@mwt.net.
Walk with GRACE planning committee meetings will be held on the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 at the GRACE Office above Royal Bank in downtown Richland Center. Team captains or representatives are always welcome.
Friday, July 17
American Legion Auxiliary 13 and their mascots, the mini donkeys Miss Purdy and Nestor, will be making their appearance Friday, July 17 at 10:00 at Our House in Richland Center. This is the visit that was originally scheduled for June 5th. Come on out and meet the donkeys and their crew and get a chance to feed, pet and get donkey hugs. Visit pending weather and military funerals.
The 2026 Cazenovia Celebration will be held Friday, July 17 through Sunday, July 19, at Cazenovia Memorial Park. Friday’s activities include Take Your Burger to Work Day, the Caz Reds vs the Mazomanie Mustangs in Home Talent League game and music by Swing Crew. Saturday there will be a Pancake Breakfast, a 5k Run/1 Mile Walk, a Free Kids Fishing Contest, a 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, a Grass Volleyball Tournament, Pasture Golf, music by Gem City Sideshow and a Fireworks Show. Sunday features a Parade, a Flamingo Race, a Kindschi Pedal Pull and the Caz Reds vs the Lodi Royals in Home Talent League Baseball. There will also be Food & Refreshments, Free Bounce Houses, a Scavenger Hunt and much more. You can find more information on the Cazenovia Celebration Facebook page.
Boaz Fun Daze will be held at Boaz Community Park Friday, July 17, through Sunday, July 19. Friday there will be a Softball Tournament, American Mini Pullers and music by Mark Zalaznik. Saturday features a Lion’s Breakfast, a Softball Tournament, a Cornhole Tournament, Southwest Pullers, Music by Donny Reyzek and Fireworks. Sunday’s activities include a Softball Tournament, a Chicken BBQ, and the Boaz Saddle Club Horse Show. During the event there will be Face Painting, a Bounce House and Ice Cream. Please No Carry-ins. More information can be found on the Village of Boaz website.
Break bread with community members at a free community meal each Friday at 5:30 at the Other Door in Viroqua, Vernon County’s Drop In Center.
Join Heartland Marimba at Taliesin’s Hillside Theater in Spring Green on Tuesday, July 17, from 7:00 to 9:00 for an exciting program drawing from their eclectic repertoire they’ve built over the last 10 years of touring. The program will include works by company artists Matthew Coley and Marco Schirripa from the “Dark Skies and Distant Worlds” production, as well as captivating adaptations of music by Bach, Mendelssohn, and Liszt. For more information and to purchase tickets go online to taliesinpreservation.org/events.
Saturday, July 18
Little Lambs Closet is held the third Saturday of each month at the Park Street Christian Church in Richland Center from 9:30 to 11:30. Please use the Park Street entrance.
Free milk and cheese is available the third Saturday of each month at Park Street Christian Church in Richland Center from 9:30 until gone. Please use the Seminary Street entrance.
The Kickapoo Area Food Pantry in Viola is now available to LaFarge residents. Stop in during Pantry hours with proof of address, at the Viola Municipal Building, 106 West Wisconsin Street. The Pantry is open on the third Saturday and the following Monday of each month. July hours are Saturday, July 18, from 9:00 to 11:00 and Monday July 20, from 4:00 to 6:00. After signing in, stay in your vehicle and volunteers will load food for you. For more information call 608-637-1910.
Grow and Gather: Native Companion Planting will be held Saturday, July 18, from 9:30 to 12:30 at the Taliesin Preservation in Spring Green. Learn how to harness the power of companion planting with native plants to create a happier and healthier garden. Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman, will share her experience of companion planting with native plants in the Kitchen Garden at Taliesin. Cost is $35. You can purchase tickets and find more information at taliesinpreservation.org/events/.
River Valley Area Community Gardens is hosting a brat fry at Prem Meats in Spring Green on Saturday, July 18 from 10:00 until 2:00. All proceeds go toward garden expenses.
All are invited to a screening of “Democracy Under Siege ” on Saturday, July 18, starting at 1:30 at the Center Cinema in Richland Center. The film, by Laura Nix in collaboration with Ann Telnaes, is sponsored by the Richland County Democrats. Admission is free to capacity.
Knights of Columbus Council 3492 will be hosting bingo on Saturday, July 18, starting at 6:30 at the Richland Center Community Center. The progressive blackout jackpot will be $2,884 + 50% of net sales in 56 calls or less.
An Old Time Family Dance will be held Saturday, July 18, from 7:30 until 10:00, on the second floor of Schmitt Woodland Hills in Richland Center. There will be slow dances, fast dances, and square dancing. Requests will be taken and there will also be karaoke. Admission is free. Free will offerings will be accepted. For more information contact DJ Steve Walton at 478-719-2566.
Fireworks shows will be held Saturday, July 18, at dusk in Arena and in Highland.
The River Valley Community Gardens still have a few plots available for the 2026 season. 10’x10′ plots rent for $20/season, 10’x20′ plots are $40 and 20′ x 20′ are $60. The fee includes straw mulch, use of the rototiller and other tools, manure/compost, organic fertilizer, water to each plot section with hoses–and friendly, experienced gardeners who are always ready to offer advice or a hand. Print registration forms are available in the INFO BOX at the Gardens. Forms may also be requested via email at info@rvacg.org, by texting 608-588-6040 or through the RVACG Facebook page or website rvacg.org.
Monday, July 20
Tai Chi Exercise will be held Monday, July 20, from 1:00 until 1:45 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and the Ontario & Readstown Public Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
The Avoca American Legion Auxiliary will be holding a Pork Loin Dinner on Monday, July 20, from 4:00 to 7:00, or until gone, at the Village Hall on Wisconsin Street in Avoca.
Come to the Veterans’ Memorial Pavilion at Krouskop Park in Richland Center on Monday, July 20 at 5:30 to meet Driftless Stargazing LLC. Learn about space rocks, meteors and the moon on International Moon Day. The event is part of the Brewer Public Library Summer Reading Program. If there is inclement weather the event will be held Thursday, July 21 instead.
Tuesday, July 21
SPARK!, creative engagement programs for people with memory loss and their care partners will meet on the third Tuesday of each month from 10:00 to 11:30. Registration is required. Call 563-873-3537.
Wednesday, July 22
Little Sprouts Circle Time at the Brewer Public Library in Richland Center is offered for babies and toddlers on Wednesday, July 22, at 9:30. The event is free, and no pre-registration is required.
Storytime for children will be held at the Brewer Public Library in Richland Center on Wednesday, July 22, at 10:30. The event is free and no pre-registration is required.
Tai Chi Exercise will be held Wednesday, July 22, from 1:00 until 1:45 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and the Ontario & Readstown Public Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Black Garlic North America with Tommy Torkelson from LaFarge will be held Wednesday, July 22 at 2:15. Learn how this unique company started & how to use Black Garlic. Held at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and available via zoom at Ontario, Readstown & Viola Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
A Thrivent Cookout Fundraiser will be held Wednesday, July 22, from 5:00 to 7:00 at the Thrivent Plaza in Platteville. This family-friendly community event will feature BBQ pork, sausages, picnic favorites yard games, adoptable pets from the Grant County Humane Society and community activities. There will be fun for all ages. All proceeds will benefit the Grant County Humane Society and support its new Platteville facility. For additional information please call 608-340-3040.
Thursday, July 23
To help families start the summer with ease, Emplify Health by Gundersen is offering sports physicals Thursday, July 23, from 8:30 to 3:30 at Boscobel Middle/High School. This WIAA Sports Physical can be billed through insurance or offer a $25 cash pay option. In-clinic sport physicals are also offered and can be scheduled by calling (608) 375-4144.
The Lone Rock Community Library Summer Reading Program will be held every Thursday, through August 20, from 11:00 until Noon. This summer’s theme of “Unearth a Story” leans into exploration, history and prehistoric fun. Each week will offer a new adventure. The adventure for Thursday, July 23, is “Prehistoric Brain Busters.”
Friday, July 24
St. John’s Walk with GRACE Team will be hosting a Euchre Tournament Fundraiser Friday, July 24, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 479 South Park Street, Richland Center. Sign in begins at 5:00 and play starts at 6:00. Entry fee of $5 and nickel bumps will be donated to Greater Richland Area Cancer Elimination (GRACE). There will also be food, refreshments and door prizes. Any questions contact 608-604-5597.
Saturday, July 25
Architecture as Dance will be held Saturday, July 25, at Hillside Theater at Taliesin in Spring Green. Award-winning Minneapolis dance company Black Label Movement explores the idea that architecture can move and that movement can design and construct space. The evening begins at 5:30 with site-responsive activations. Black Label Movement dancers will be responding directly to the geometry, materials, and atmosphere of two distinct spaces, transforming Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture into a living choreography. The performance continues at 6:00 with a dynamic conversation-in-motion between Black Label Movement Artistic Director Carl Flink and University of Minnesota architecture professor Thomas Fisher. The evening also features striking contemporary dance works from Black Label’s repertoire. For more information and to purchase tickets go online to taliesinpreservation.org/events.
Sunday, July 26
Summer Cruise Night will be held Sunday, July 26, from 4:00 until close at Dairy Isle, Highway 12-16 on the west edge of Mauston. Bring your Hot Rod, Custom, Muscle or Restored Vehicle for an evening of camaraderie. The event is hosted by members of the Wizard of Rods. For more info contact Mike/Charlene Molitor at 608-350-4472 or 608-432-4568, Tom at 608-985-8040 or Dairy Isle at 608-847-7001.
Monday, July 27
Tai Chi Exercise will be held Monday, July 27, from 1:00 until 1:45 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and the Ontario & Readstown Public Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Tuesday, July 28
Easy Chair Yoga will be held Tuesday, July 28, from 10:30 until 11:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Eagle Country, Richland County office is offering the Richland Center Caregiver Support Group at the Woodman Senior Center on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. This group offers a chance to connect with local experts, family members and care partners who may be experiencing similar circumstances. To RSVP, or for information, you may call the ADRC at 608-647-4616 or Pam, the Dementia Care Specialist, at 608-548-3954.
Wednesday, July 29
Little Sprouts Circle Time at the Brewer Public Library in Richland Center is offered for babies and toddlers on Wednesday, July 29, at 9:30. The event is free, and no pre-registration is required.
Storytime for children will be held at the Brewer Public Library in Richland Center on Wednesday, July 29, at 10:30. The event is free and no pre-registration is required.
Tai Chi Exercise will be held Wednesday, July 29, from 1:00 until 1:45 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and the Ontario & Readstown Public Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Muscoda American Legion Post 85 will be holding Burgers in the Park on Wednesday, July 29, from 3:00 until 8:00 at the Muscoda Railroad Park. There will be a Meister Cheeseburger Special of the Month offered on the menu.
Grief support and confidential conversation will be held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 at the Richland Center Community Center.
Thursday, July 30
The Richland Hospital Foundation Golf Outing will be held Thursday, July 30 at the House on the Rock Resort, Spring Green.. This is the make-up date for the event that was supposed to be held on an earlier date, but was postponed due to the weather. Registration will begin at 10:00 with an 11:00 shotgun start.
The Lone Rock Community Library Summer Reading Program will be held every Thursday, through August 20, from 11:00 until Noon. This summer’s theme of “Unearth a Story” leans into exploration, history and prehistoric fun. Each week will offer a new adventure. The adventure for Thursday, July 30, is “Jurassic Journey: A Hands‑On Discovery Dig.”
Walk with GRACE t-shirt pick up day will be Thursday, July 30, between 11:00 and 6:00 at the GRACE office. You are encouraged to wear the t-shirt in public whenever possible.
Friday, July 31
American Legion Auxiliary 13 and their mascots, the mini donkeys Miss Purdy and Nestor, will be making their appearance at Schmitt Woodland Hils on Friday, July 31, from 10:00 until Noon. Come on out and meet the donkeys and their crew and get a chance to feed, pet and get donkey hugs. Visit pending weather and military funerals.
Saturday, August 1
Caz, Cars, & Coffee will be held Saturday, August 1, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on East Main Street in Downtown Cazenovia. It is a casual car meet with no fees and no prizes. Vehicles of any vintage and condition are welcome. Caz, Cars, & Coffee is held the 1st Saturday of each month.
Come meet some cuddly animals during Critters & Coffee with 4-H at the Brewer Public Library in Richland Center on Saturday, August 1 from 9:00 to 11:00.
Native Art Marketplace will be held Saturday, August 1, and Sunday, August 2, from 10:00 to 4:00 each day at Hillside School, Spring Green. Join Taliesin Preservation for a celebration of the art and culture of Wisconsin’s First People, as part of an ongoing partnership between Little Eagle Arts Foundation (LEAF) and Taliesin Preservation. The Native Art Marketplace will fill the iconic Hillside School at Taliesin with LEAF roster artists who will demonstrate and describe their creative process with a wide range of both traditional and contemporary artforms including paintings, jewelry, black ash baskets, sculpture, and quill and beadwork. An abundance of Native Arts and crafts will also be for sale. Performances and storytelling, which highlight the traditions of Wisconsin’s First People, will be on display throughout the day in the historic Hillside Theater. The event is free. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged as parking is limited. To pre-register and for more information go to https://www.taliesinpreservation.org/events.
Sunday, August 2
Join Park Street Christian Church in Richland Center for an American 250 Celebration on Sunday, August 2, at 3:00. The event will feature a “Shining Light” musical and songs, appearance of Ben Frankin and Lady Gout, Retired Military Chaplin Cecil Richardson and meaning of the Flag Folds. A good old fashion American meal which includes brats, hot dogs, cheese, potato salad, popcorn, apple pie and root beer floats will be served.
Kickapoo Cowboy Church will be held Sunday, August 2, at 6:00 at the Old Oak Inn Banquet Hall in Soldiers Grove. Kickapoo Cowboy Church will continue on the first Sunday of the month through December at 6:00.
Monday, August 3
To help families start the summer with ease, Emplify Health by Gundersen is offering sports physicals Monday, August 3, from 8:30 to 3:30 at Boscobel Middle/High School. This WIAA Sports Physical can be billed through insurance or offer a $25 cash pay option. In-clinic sport physicals are also offered and can be scheduled by calling (608) 375-4144.
Vacation Bible School for all 5K through 5th grade children will be held Monday, August 3, through Thursday, August 6, 2026 from 9:00 to 11:30 each day at Grace Community Church, Richland Center. The church is located by the Richland County Fairgrounds.
Tuesday, August 4
Forget Me Not, an ADRC Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month. For more information call Pam Kul-Berg at 608-548-3954.
The 6th Annual Richland County National Night Out will be held at the Richland County Fairgrounds on Tuesday, August 4, from 5:00 until 8:00. National Night Out is a substance-free event to promote safe, healthy, and genuine community fun for all ages. The event features many family-friendly events and activities, including the K9-5K Run/Walk. There will also be food trucks, music, fire truck and first responder demonstrations, Med Flight and more! Register for the run/walk at the National Night Out run sign-up page: https://runsignup.com/Race/WI/RichlandCenter/RCNationalNightOutK95K
Thursday, August 6
Vernon County Human Services Department will assist individuals with Power of Attorney for Healthcare documents the first Thursday of each month from 9:00 to Noon at the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Vernon County. To make an appointment call 608-637-5201 or 1-888-637-1323.
The Lone Rock Community Library Summer Reading Program will be held every Thursday, through August 20, from 11:00 until Noon. This summer’s theme of “Unearth a Story” leans into exploration, history and prehistoric fun. Each week will offer a new adventure. The adventure for Thursday, August 6, is “Rock & Fossil Quest: Unearth Earth’s Secrets.”
Free diapers and 0 to 2 infant clothing will be available Thursday, August 6, from 4:00 to 6:00 at Park Street Christian Church, 148 South Park Street, Richland Center. This is an extra time to the Little Lambs Closet which is held the third Saturday of each month.
Sunset Photography Class at Taliesin will be held Thursday, August 6, from 6:00 to 9:00. Internationally published travel and architectural photographer Andrew Pielage will be at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin to to teach the basics of sunset photography hands-on. The class is open to guests of all levels and experiences. Phone cameras are welcome. The cost to participate is $175 per person plus a 6% service fee. College student pricing is available at checkout with a valid student I.D. Register at taliesinpreservation.org/events.
Friday, August 7
Spend a weekend photographing Taliesin – Frank Lloyd Wright’s 800-acre estate in Spring Green at a workshop with photographer Andrew Pielage. Learn to look critically at composition, engage in peer photo critiques, and learn about the powerful editing software Adobe Lightroom that will take your photos to the next level. The workshop will be held Friday through Sunday, August 7-9. The program is for those 18 and older. The cost is $1,800 per person plus 6% service fee. It includes breakfasts, lunches, one dinner, workshop instruction, materials, guided tour, guestroom for two nights on the estate, and welcome reception in the main house taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
The Richland Center Parks and Recreation Depart will be hosting Kids Night Out on Friday, August 7, from 5:00 until 8:00 at the Richland Center Community Center. Kids enjoy a night of fun, games, movies, and snacks! Some of the recreation programs kids will get the opportunity to experience are Crafty Kids, Gym Games, LEGO Madness, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Cooking for Kiddos, Movie Camp, and much more! Cost is $15.00. Register online at richlandcenter.activityreg.com, stop in the Parks and Rec office, Monday-Friday 8-4:30pm, or call the Parks and Rec Office at (608) 647-8108 ext. 1.
Monday, August 10
Free artificial intelligence training for small businesses will be held Monday, August 10, from 9:00 to Noon at the Iowa County Health and Human Services Community Room in Dodgeville. The workshop, hosted by the Southwestern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission, teaches small business owners fundamentals about how to understand what AI tools can and can’t do, where AI tools can help and what the real risks are. The sessions will also teach how to keep adapting as technology changes. The sessions are free and open to local business owners. Registration is open now and space is limited. Business owners can reserve a seat at rise-above.net/ai101 .
Picnic in the Park for the Pool will be held Monday, August 10, from 4:00 until 7:00 at Kronsage Park in Boscobel. Hamburgers, brats and hotdogs along with chips, beverages and homemade bars will be available for purchase. Musical guest, at the event, will be Doug Wayne.
Wednesday, August 12
Wisconsin Secure Program Facility is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, August 12 from 10:00 to 3:00 in the M-Building at the east end of the parking lot at 1101 Morrison Drive in Boscobel. A variety of food and treats will be served. For an appointment call 1-800-Red Cross, download the Blood Donor App, or visit RedCrossBlood.org and use Sponsor Code: WISecure. Walk-ins are welcome.
The ADRC of Eagle Country-Richland County will be holding Richland County Men’s Shed, the second Wednesday of each month at 11:00, at the Willow Community Center in Lloyd. Men 60 and better are invited to attend to relax, learn and have lunch. Guest speakers will also be featured. Lunch will be served at the event. Reservations are recommended. To make a reservation or for more information contact ADRC at 608-647-4616.
Walk with GRACE Captain’s Night will be Wednesday, August 12 from 5:00 to 7:00. Captains can turn in team packets at the GRACE office during that time. There will be no Survivors Reception this year. Speakers that typically speak at the Survivors Reception will present during the Opening Ceremonies.
Thursday, August 13
The Vernon County Health Department offers “Wellness Screenings” the second Thursday of the month from 7:30 to 10:30. The screening includes cholesterol and blood sugar levels, as well as an assessment of blood pressure and discussion of risk factors for heart disease. A $10 donation is requested, but not required. For more information visit the Vernon County website. For assistance in making an appointment contact the Vernon County Health Department by phone at 608-637-5251, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 to 4:30.
The Lone Rock Community Library Summer Reading Program will be held every Thursday, through August 20, from 11:00 until Noon. This summer’s theme of “Unearth a Story” leans into exploration, history and prehistoric fun. Each week will offer a new adventure. The adventure for Thursday, August 13, is “Build‑a‑Beast Habitat: Dino World Design.”
Tech Help is available the second Thursday of the month from 2:00 to 4:00 at the Lone Rock Community Library. You can get assistance with your devices or computers. Walk-ins welcome. There is no charge for this service.
Friday, August 14
Join Dr. Jennifer Gray for a weekend at Taliesin to explore how it served as a laboratory for Broadacre City—both its successes and shortcomings—and how we might apply these ideas today. The workshop check-in will begin Friday afternoon, August 14, at 12:30. The cost of the weekend is $1,800 for adults, plus a six percent service fee. It includes breakfasts, lunches, and one dinner, workshop instruction, guided tour, guestroom on the estate for two nights, and welcome reception in the main house. For more information and to register go online to taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
Central Boarding House Antiques & Gifts Garden Stage, located at 339 West Seminary Street in Richland Center, presents Caravan on Friday, August 14, at 6:30. Caravan is a world traveling acoustic instrumental jazz group from Madison. The group is primarily influenced by legendary jazz guitarist Django Reinhart. The ensemble also pulls influence from American Swing, Latin, Parisian Waltz, European Folk and other vintage jazz sources. Bring your own chairs and refreshments. Food or ice cream may be available. For more information call 647-7358 or 475-1727.
Saturday, August 15
An Old Time Family Dance will be held Saturday, August 15, from 7:30 until 10:00, on the second floor of Schmitt Woodland Hills in Richland Center. There will be slow dances, fast dances, and square dancing. Requests will be taken and there will also be karaoke. Admission is free. Free will offerings will be accepted. For more information contact DJ Steve Walton at 478-719-2566.
Monday, August 17
The Avoca American Legion Auxiliary will be holding a Pork Loin Dinner on Monday, August 17, from 4:00 to 7:00, or until gone, at the Village Hall on Wisconsin Street in Avoca.
Thursday, August 20
The OMHS Animal House Food Stand will be in the Richland Center Community Center Parking Lot Thursday, August 20, and Friday, August 21, from 10:00 until 2:00. They will be serving their famous Chicago Dog, Brats and more.
The final week of The Lone Rock Community Library Summer Reading Program will be Thursday, August 20, from 11:00 until Noon. This summer’s theme of “Unearth a Story” leans into exploration, history and prehistoric fun. The final adventure will be “The Grand Dig Finale: Unearth Your Story.”
A Community Free Meal will be held Thursday, August 20, from 5:00 to 6:30 at the Eunice Keepers Shelter located in Krouskop Park, Richland Center.
The Richland Center Lions is hosting Car Cruise-In and Burgers on Thursday, August 20, from 5:00 until 8:00 at the Richland County Fairgrounds. Area car enthusiasts are invited to showcase your vehicles. Everyone is welcome for great food and entertainment.
Friday, August 21
Experience Taliesin – Frank Lloyd Wright’s 800-acre estate in Spring Green while enhancing your plein air painting skills in this weekend workshop with Jan Norsetter August 21 through 23. Designed for intermediate to experienced artists, you’ll refine techniques in value, composition, and capturing the essence of nature. The workshop check-in will begin Friday afternoon at 12:30. Staff will welcome you upon arrival and usher you to your room. The cost to participated is $1,800 per person plus a 6% service fee. It includes breakfasts, lunches, one dinner, workshop instruction, materials, guided tour, guestroom for two nights on the estate, and welcome reception in the main house. Register online at taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
Saturday, August 22
American Legion Auxiliary 13 and their mascots, the mini donkeys Miss Purdy and Nestor, will be making their appearance Saturday, August 22, from 10:00 to Noon at Party in the Park in Gotham. Come on out and meet the donkeys and their crew and get a chance to feed, pet and get donkey hugs. Visit pending weather and military funerals.
Sunday, August 23
The City Auditorium Board of Directors, Richland County Performing Arts Council, are proud to announce the Betty Hayes Baxter Legacy Stage Dedication Ceremony on Sunday, August 23 at 2:00 at the Richland Center City Auditorium.
Summer Cruise Night will be held Sunday, August 23, from 4:00 until close at Dairy Isle, Highway 12-16 on the west edge of Mauston. Bring your Hot Rod, Custom, Muscle or Restored Vehicle for an evening of camaraderie. The event is hosted by members of the Wizard of Rods. For more info contact Mike/Charlene Molitor at 608-350-4472 or 608-432-4568, Tom at 608-985-8040 or Dairy Isle at 608-847-7001.
Wednesday, August 26
Muscoda American Legion Post 85 will be holding Burgers in the Park on Wednesday, August 26, from 3:00 until 8:00 at the Muscoda Railroad Park. There will be a Meister Cheeseburger Special of the Month offered on the menu.
Thursday, September 3
Free diapers and 0 to 2 infant clothing will be available Thursday, September 3, from 4:00 to 6:00 at Park Street Christian Church, 148 South Park Street, Richland Center. This is an extra time to the Little Lambs Closet which is held the third Saturday of each month.
Thursday, September 10
The OMHS Animal House Food Stand will be in the Richland Center Community Center Parking Lot Thursday, September 10, and Friday, September 11, from 10:00 until 2:00. They will be serving their famous Chicago Dog, Brats and more.
Friday, September 11
Central Boarding House Antiques & Gifts Garden Stage, located at 339 West Seminary Street in Richland Center, presents Moonhouse on Friday, September 11, at 6:30. Moonhouse describes their music as “Folkadelic” and amazing native flute music with locals Jane and Blackhawk Kapusta leading the band. Bring your own chairs and refreshments. Food or ice cream may be available. For more information call 647-7358 or 475-1727.
Monday, September 14
Picnic in the Park for the Pool will be held Monday, September 14, from 4:00 until 7:00 at Kronsage Park in Boscobel. Hamburgers, brats and hotdogs along with chips, beverages and homemade bars will be available for purchase. Musical guest, at the event, will be Jeff Lee.
Thursday, September 17
The Richland Center Lions is hosting Car Cruise-In and Burgers on Thursday, September 17, from 5:00 until 8:00 at the Richland County Fairgrounds. Area car enthusiasts are invited to showcase your vehicles. Everyone is welcome for great food and entertainment.
Friday, September 18
Designing with Nature Workshop will be held Friday through Sunday, September 18-20. Join design collaborative Art & Sons for an inspiring weekend at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin, with nature as muse and mentor. Participants will explore the iconic grounds, drawing from Frank Lloyd Wright’s design principles and the surrounding natural elements. Through discussions on design, nature, and humanity’s place within both, attendees will experience Taliesin’s architectural brilliance in an immersive way. The workshop check-in will begin Friday afternoon at 12:30 at the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center in Spring Green. Cost of the weekend is $1,800 per person plus a 6% service fee. It includes breakfasts, lunches, one dinner, workshop instruction, materials, guided tour, guestroom on the estate for two nights, and welcome reception in the main house. For more information or to register go online to taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
Saturday, September 19
An Old Time Family Dance will be held Saturday, September 19, from 7:30 until 10:00, on the second floor of Schmitt Woodland Hills in Richland Center. There will be slow dances, fast dances, and square dancing. Requests will be taken and there will also be karaoke. Admission is free. Free will offerings will be accepted. For more information contact DJ Steve Walton at 478-719-2566.
Monday, September 21
The Avoca American Legion Auxiliary will be holding a Pork Loin Dinner on Monday, September 21, from 4:00 to 7:00, or until gone, at the Village Hall on Wisconsin Street in Avoca.
Friday, September 25
Vendors are invited to exhibit and sell their work at the annual Apple Festival in Gays Mills Friday through Sunday, September 25 – 27,along Main Street and the Crawford County Fairgrounds in Gays Mills. For information on vendor spaces along Main Street call the Village Clerk’s office at 608-735-4341. Vendor information about Apple Festival, including registration forms, is available by e-mailing gaysmillslionsclub@gmail.com or by leaving a message in the Lions Club Voice Mailbox at 608-735-4667. Forms and other information about Apple Fest can also be found at gaysmills.org/applefest.html.
The Taleisin Preservation will host a Weekend Workshop: Learning from the Land – Nature, Stewardship, and the Driftless Region will be held Friday, September 25, at 12:30 through Sunday, September 27, at 3:00. Tour the Taliesin estate with prairie and birding walks, experience sustainable farming in the Kitchen Garden, and learn more about the region’s conservation legacy. Arrive at the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center in Spring Green Friday, September 25, at 12:30 to check in. Cost of the program is $1,800 per person, plus a 6% service fee which includes breakfasts, lunches, one dinner, workshop instruction, guided tour, guestroom on the estate for two nights, and welcome reception in the main house. For more information go online to taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
Sunday, September 27
Summer Cruise Night will be held Sunday, September 27, from 4:00 until close at Dairy Isle, Highway 12-16 on the west edge of Mauston. Bring your Hot Rod, Custom, Muscle or Restored Vehicle for an evening of camaraderie. The event is hosted by members of the Wizard of Rods. For more info contact Mike/Charlene Molitor at 608-350-4472 or 608-432-4568, Tom at 608-985-8040 or Dairy Isle at 608-847-7001.
Wednesday, September 30
Muscoda American Legion Post 85 will be holding Burgers in the Park on Wednesday, September 30, from 3:00 until 8:00 at the Muscoda Railroad Park. There will be a Meister Cheeseburger Special of the Month offered on the menu.
Friday, October 2
Step back into the world of the Taliesin Fellowship, the groundbreaking community of Frank Lloyd Wright and Olgivanna Wright founded in 1932. An immersive workshop Friday through Sunday, October 2-4, will offer a glimpse into daily life as an apprentice at Taliesin, gather for afternoon tea in the historic Tea Circle, dine in the Hillside Dining Room, and enjoy entertainment in Hillside Theater. Through discussion, guided design activities, and time for reflection, participants will experience Wright’s holistic approach to education. The workshop check-in will begin Friday afternoon at 12:30. Please arrive at the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center. Cost of the weekend is $1,800 plus a 6% service fee. It includes breakfasts, lunches, one dinner, workshop instruction, guided tour, guestroom on the estate for two nights, and a welcome reception in the main house. To register go to taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
Thursday, October 8
The OMHS Animal House Food Stand will be in the Richland Center Community Center Parking Lot Thursday, October 8, and Friday, October 9, from 10:00 until 2:00. They will be serving their famous Chicago Dog, Brats and more.
The Richland Center Lions is hosting Car Cruise-In and Burgers on Thursday, October 8, from 4:30 until 6:30 at the Richland County Fairgrounds. Area car enthusiasts are invited to showcase your vehicles. Everyone is welcome for great food and entertainment.
Saturday, October 17
An Old Time Family Dance will be held Saturday, October 17, from 7:30 until 10:00, on the second floor of Schmitt Woodland Hills in Richland Center. There will be slow dances, fast dances, and square dancing. Requests will be taken and there will also be karaoke. Admission is free. Free will offerings will be accepted. For more information contact DJ Steve Walton at 478-719-2566.
Wednesday, October 21
Muscoda American Legion Post 85 will be holding Burgers in the Park on Wednesday, October 21, from 3:00 until 8:00 at the Muscoda Railroad Park. There will be a Meister Cheeseburger Special of the Month offered on the menu.
Friday, October 23
Chocolates & the World of Cacao will feature Gail Ambrosius at Taliesin in Spring Green Friday through Sunday, October 23-25. Dive into the art and science of chocolate-making. This hands-on culinary workshop invites you to learn about chocolate cultivation, taste with all your senses, and craft bonbons and decadent desserts to savor and take home. The program is for those 18 and older and cost $1,800 per person plus 6% service fee, which includes breakfasts, lunches, one dinner, workshop instruction, guided tour, guestroom on the estate for two nights, and welcome reception in the main house. The workshop check-in will begin Friday afternoon at 12:30 at the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center.
Sunday, October 25
Summer Cruise Night will be held Sunday, October 25, from 4:00 until close, weather permitting, at Dairy Isle, Highway 12-16 on the west edge of Mauston. Bring your Hot Rod, Custom, Muscle or Restored Vehicle for an evening of camaraderie. The event is hosted by members of the Wizard of Rods. For more info contact Mike/Charlene Molitor at 608-350-4472 or 608-432-4568, Tom at 608-985-8040 or Dairy Isle at 608-847-7001.
Friday, October 30
Sourdough Breads with Regional Grains Weekend Workshop will be held October 30 through November 1. Spend a weekend at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin estate discovering the art of sourdough baking using time-honored techniques and regionally grown, stone-milled grains. Get hands-on practice mixing, shaping, and baking, sample your creations, and take home a sourdough starter, recipes, and tips while learning how to support your local grain economy. The workshop check-in will begin Friday afternoon at 12:30. Arrive at the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center in Spring Green. The cost of the adult weekend is $1,800 per person plus 6% service fee. The price includes breakfasts, lunches, one dinner, workshop instruction, guided tour, guestroom on the estate for two nights, and welcome reception in the main house. For more information or to register go to taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
Comedian Mickey Bell will be performing Friday, October 30, at 6:30 at Grace Community Church, by the Richland County Fairgrounds, in Richland Center. Admission is free. Call to reserve free seats at 608-647-2222. Be a part of the VIP experience. Chili and meet & greet at 5:30 for $30. Reserve through bandsintown.com.
Saturday, November 21
An Old Time Family Dance will be held Saturday, November 21, from 7:30 until 10:00, on the second floor of Schmitt Woodland Hills in Richland Center. There will be slow dances, fast dances, and square dancing. Requests will be taken and there will also be karaoke. Admission is free. Free will offerings will be accepted. For more information contact DJ Steve Walton at 478-719-2566.
Saturday, December 19
An Old Time Family Dance will be held Saturday, December 19, from 7:30 until 10:00, on the second floor of Schmitt Woodland Hills in Richland Center. There will be slow dances, fast dances, and square dancing. Requests will be taken and there will also be karaoke. Admission is free. Free will offerings will be accepted. For more information contact DJ Steve Walton at 478-719-2566.
