Community Calendar
Thursday, April 17
The Walk with GRACE planning committee meets the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 at the GRACE Office. All are welcome to attend. Volunteers are always needed. The GRACE Office is located above Royal Bank in downtown Richland Center.
Beulah Wesleyan Church will be holding Holy Week Services. Maundy Thursday service will be held April 17, at 7:00. A Good Friday Service will be held April 18 at 7:00; and an Easter Sunday Service will be held April 20 at 10:30.
The Ithaca Lions Annual Auction will be held Sunday, May 18. Auction items are needed. The club is accepting consignments of lawn and garden, household, and agricultural equipment. Call by Wednesday, May 7, to have your items added to the auction listing. Dick Hauser at 608-585-4808 or 608-574-1688, Dean Rinehart at 608-604-4692, or Fred Fry at 608-585-2921.
Friday, April 18
The Lone Rock Legion Auxiliary #383 will host an Easter Bake Sale Friday, April 18, at the Lone Rock Masonic Lodge .
SSM Health St. Clare Hospital – Baraboo will host an ImpactLife blood drive Friday, April 18, from 11:00 to 2:00 in the Ringling Room. To book an appointment email [email protected].
The Richland County Ministerial Association will host a Good Friday Worship service Friday, April 18, at 1:00 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Richland Center. All are welcome.
A Community Good Friday service will be held at the Lone Rock Congregational Church at 1:00.
Agrace, a nonprofit community hospice serving Iowa, Grant and Lafayette counties, is seeking local volunteers. Volunteers are needed to make companionship visits to local hospice patients. No health care experience is needed. Schedules are flexible, and free online training is provided. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Agrace at 608-327-7163 or visit Agrace.org/Volunteer.
Saturday, April 19
The Black Earth Children’s Museum will offer free admission for all guests from 9:00 to 2:00 on Saturday, April 19. The “Saving for the Future” day will include a story time reading of Deena’s Lucky Penny, the Wisconsin Money Smart Week Big Read book for 2025. Other activities for children will include “What do I want to be when I grow up?” sponsored by Edvest 529, and financial literacy activities with Lake Ridge Bank. Kids are encouraged to “find the pig,” and return it for a chance to win a prize.
The Little Lamb’s Closet, held at Park Street Christian Church, sponsored by the Richland County Right to Life, is open the third Saturday of the month starting at 9:30. Please use the Park Street entrance.
Free milk and cheese is available the third Saturday of each month from 9:30 until gone at Park Street Christian Church. Use the Seminary Street entrance.
The Mission and Crimestoppers will host an Easter Egg Hunt at the Killian Meyer Building at Krouskop Park in Richland Center Saturday, April 19, at 10:30. Children of all ages will collect eggs and return them for a bag of candy and a Culvers scooper chip.
Tuesday, April 22
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.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Tuesday, April 22, from 10:30 to 4:00 at the Reedsburg Campus. Appointments are preferred by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
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 Classrooom 2. Meetings are hybrid, meaning you can attend in person or by zoom. For more information or zoom link call 608-604-7743.
Wednesday, April 23
Vernon County Over 50 will host, Sustainable, Green Living Design with Sonya Newenhouse of Prairie Wind Wednesday, April 23, at 2:15. Learn of the development at Hansen Farm across from Aldi’s. at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua, the Ontario, Viola and Readstown Public Libraries. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry will be in Gays Mills the fourth Wednesday of each month from 2:00 to 3:00. It will be located at 212 Main Street.
Thursday, April 24
Viroqua’s City-Wide Rummage Sale will be held Thursday through Saturday, April 24-26.
The Boaz Lions Club will host its Scholarship Pancake Supper Thursday, April 24, from 4:00 to 7:00. Cost of the supper is $10 for adults, $5 for children 5 to 10, and free for children under 5. At the same time don’t miss the Event Sign bake sale.
Friday, April 25
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Friday, April 25, from 11:00 to 5:00 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Baraboo. Appointments are preferred by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Friday, April 25, from 11:30 to 5:30 at St. Mary’s/St. Paul Catholic Church in Mineral Point. Appointments are preferred by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Friday, April 25, from Noon to 5:00 at St. St. Anthony & Philip Parish Center in Highland. Appointments are preferred by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
A Friends of Blue River Jigsaw Puzzle Competition will be held Friday, April 25, at 7:00 at 201 Clinton Street in Blue River. Doors will open at 6:00. Teams of up to four-members will compete to complete a 500-piece puzzle. Cost is $12 per team. For more information check out Friends of Blue River Facebook page.
Saturday, April 26
The Town of Willow Spring Clean-up Event will be held Saturday, April 26, from 8:00 to Noon at the new town garage in Loyd. There is no charge to drop off items. Donations and scrap metal are accepted. No tires will be accepted.
Women are invited to the Beulah Wesleyan Church Saturday, April 26, for a social from 9:00 to 2:00. Those present will enjoy coffee and sweets beginning at 9:00 with a short worship and guest speaker, Beverly Smith. That will be followed by a salad luncheon with dessert provided. A time of sharing including a mug swap will be held in the afternoon.
An Earth Day Farm & Food Tour will be held Saturday, April 26, from 10:00 to 4:00. This free, self-guided tour extends from Plain to Ridgeway with stops at 12 small farms, food processors and local food businesses. This family-friendly Farm & Food Tour is a chance for people to connect with small family farmers and other food producers who are producing wholesome food in ways that take care of people, animals and the environment. For a tour brochure and interactive map, go to savortherivervalley.org/events.
Sunday, April 27
St. Philip’s Church near Rolling Ground will host a pancake breakfast Sunday, April 27, from 7:30 to 11:00. A free will offering will be accepted. Carry-outs will be available by calling 608-624-5498. Mass will be held at 9:00.
The Ithaca Lions Club will host a fundraiser for Courtney Richards Hemphill on Sunday, April 27, from 11:00 to 2:30 in the Ithaca High School Commons. Enjoy a pulled pork sandwich meal, bake sale, and silent auction. Cost of the meal is $15.
Monday, April 28
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Vernon County offers a free support group for individuals diagnosed with either early-stage dementia or Mild Cognitive Impairment. The support group provides an opportunity to learn more about your diagnoses and share your experiences with others on a similar journey. The support group meets on the last Monday of the month at 10:00 at the McIntosh Memorial Library conference room in Viroqua. To learn more, call Teresa at 608-637-5201.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, April 28, from 1:00 to 6:00 at the LaValle Fire Department. Appointments are preferred by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
Good Shepherd Church in Viroqua offers a free community meal the fourth Monday of each month from 5:00 to 6:30. All are welcome.
When the Earth Moves: 55 Years of Earth Day with Tia Nelson will be held at the Taliesin Hillside Theater in Spring Green on Monday night, April 28, from 6:00 to 7:00. You are invited to celebrate the 55th anniversary of Earth Day with Nelson, a conservationist, international environmental leader, advocate for climate change action, and daughter of Earth Day founder Gaylord Nelson. She will discuss the history and ongoing importance of the Earth Day movement and show the timely short film When the Earth Moves. The event is free with a recommended cash donation of $10 at the door. Book tickets at aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/k3xdlprdjw.
Tuesday, April 29
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.
Wednesday, April 30
Building a Healthier Sauk County: Youth Substance Use Prevention Summit will be held Thursday, May 15, from 8:30 to 12:30 at Monk’s Bar & Grill at the Wilderness in Lake Delton. The cost is free, but you are asked to register online by Wednesday, April 30, at p4psauk.org/prevention-summit-2025.
If you’re the main caregiver of a person living with dementia, you can join Agrace for a new “how-to” education series, Learning to Live with Dementia. The classes are taught by Agrace staff who have experience caring for people who have dementia. The final session, “Living Alone with Dementia,” will take place on Wednesday, April 30, from 3:00 to 4:00. Each class is $20, and you may attend online using Microsoft Teams. To register online, visit Agrace.org/Dementia. For questions, contact [email protected] or call 608-276-4660.
Thursday, May 1
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.
Richland County Senior Dining Meal sites are open to the public for in-person dining. The Woodman Senior Center will serve meals Monday through Friday at 11:45. Home delivered meals are available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Call Tina or Sandi at 608-647-2323. The Germantown Senior Dining Meal Site, located at St. Anthony’s School (32497 County Highway V, Cazenovia) is open Wednesdays with serving at 11:15. Home delivered meals are available for delivery Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. To reserve a meal call Rita at 608-983-2798. The Rockbridge Meal Site at Bethlehem Lutheran Church (25500 Rockbridge School Street, Richland Center) is open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with serving at 11:30. To reserve a meal, call Norma Pyfferoen at 608-647-3900 or 608-649-3269. All reservations must be made by 1:00 the day prior. The suggested contribution for those age 60 and older is $4.00.
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.
The film screening of Frank Lloyd Wright: Phoenix From the Ashes will be held Thursday, May 1 from 6:00 to 8:00 at Taliesin Hillside Theater, Spring Green. The documentary portrays Frank Lloyd Wright’s life and his works with film footage, photos and conversations with biographers, art historians and the author T.C. Boyle. The film screening is free with a recommended cash donation of $10 at the door. Book tickets at https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/68x2g5qkjg
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offers a free course to anyone who wants to learn English. The class runs from 7:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday and from 11:00 until Noon every Saturday at the Church located on Executive Lane in Richland Center. For more information, call (262) 893-3763. (La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días ofrece un curso gratuito a cualquier persona que desee aprender inglés. La clase va de 7:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. todos los jueves y de 11:00 a.m. a 12:00 del mediodía todos los sábados, y se enseña en la Iglesia ubicada en 26220 Executive Lane, Richland Center, justo arriba de la colina detrás de Kentucky Fried Chicken. Simplemente vaya hacia el sur por la autopista 14 hacia Walmart y está en el lado izquierdo (este) de la carretera. Para obtener más información, llame al (262) 893-3763.)
Adult Summer Camp will be held at the Aldo Leopold Nature Center Saturday, July 12, from 2:00 to 7:00. The event will feature summer camp activities and locally-brewed beverages in support of children’s environmental education in southern Wisconsin. For the suggested minimum donation, attendees will receive a reusable cup to fill with beverages of their choice. Campers must be 21 years of age by the event date to register for Adult Summer Camp. Tickets are available until May 1st for a reduced rate or suggested donation, after which the minimum suggested donation is $60 per ticket.
Friday, May 2
Shake Rag Alley will host a Jewelry Boot Camp Friday through Sunday, May 2-4. Choose from 11 different workshops with nine different jewelry artists all in one weekend. For more information see ShakeRagAlley.org, or call 608-987-3292.
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.
ADRC and Symons Recreation Complex will host the 3rd annual 3K/5K Wellness Stride Thursday, May 22, at 5:00 starting at Symons. All ages are encouraged to participate. Pre-register by Friday, May 2, for $10. The cost of registration after May 2 will be $15. Individuals over 60 and under 11 are free. Shirts will also be provided to those who pre-register by May 2. To register, or more information, call Symons Recreation Complex at 608-647-8522.
Saturday, May 3
Castle Rock Lutheran Parish, Montfort will host its Fishers Community Breakfast Saturday, May 3, from 7:00 to 10:30. Pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage links, potatoes, and refreshments will be served.
Electronic Recycling will be held Saturday, May 3, from 8:00 to Noon at the Richland County Highway Shop.
Eagle Township Clean-up Days will be held Saturday, May 3 & 10, from 8:00 to Noon. Attendants will be on duty. The following items will not be accepted: microwaves, tvs, used oil, paint, or electronics.
All Ladies of the community are invited to the Church Women United sponsored May Friendship Day being hosted by Park Street Christian Church Saturday, May 3, at 9:00.
Sunday, May 4
Otter Creek Lutheran Church, rural Highland, will host its annual pancake breakfast Sunday, May 4, from 8:00 to 12:30. The cost of the all you can eat breakfast is $10 for adults and $5 for children.
The Wundo Band will provide the music at a dance at the American Legion Clubrooms in Richland Center Sunday, May 4, from 1:00 to 5:00.
Kickapoo Cowboy Church is held at 6:00 on the first Sunday of the month, April through December, at the Old Oak Inn in Soldiers Grove.
Monday, May 5
Vernon County Over 50 hosts Tai Chi Exercise at Bethel Home in Viroqua, and the Ontario and Readstown Public Libraries each Monday and Wednesday from 1:00 to 1:45. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Tuesday, May 6
Tech Help Tuesday will be held every Tuesday at the Brewer Public Library from 9:00 to Noon. Get basic help with all apps and devices. Walk-ins are welcome. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the Brewer Public Library at 608-647-6444. There is no charge for this service.
Vernon County Over 50 will host Easy Yoga for Seniors at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua on Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:15. To register leave a message for Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082 or email [email protected].
People First Bowling, bowling for people with disabilities, is held each Tuesday from 3:00 to 5:00 at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center. Cost to participate is $2 per game. For more information call The Phoenix Center at 608-649-7469.
Wednesday, May 7
Join Vernon County Over 50 at the ADRC Senior Fair in Viroqua Wednesday, May 7, from 10:00 to 2:00. There will be a Tai Chi demonstration at 11:30. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
The Winter Market will be held each Wednesday at the Richland Center Community and Senior Center from Noon until 4:00.
Christy’s Card Buddies get together, for a Euchre Tournament, each Wednesday at 1:00 at the old Avoca School Gym.
The Avoca United Methodist Church will hold its Spring Drive-Thru Pancake & Sausage Supper Wednesday, May 7, from 4:00 until 6:30 in front of the church. Cost of the mealis $8.
Hill County Classic Power meets the first Wednesday night of each month at 8:00 at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center.
Thursday, May 8
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.
Ocooch Mountain Humane Society’s Animal House Food Stand will be open Thursday and Friday, May 8 and 9, from 10:00 to 2:00 at Krouskop Park.
If you’re the main caregiver of a person living with dementia, you can join Agrace for a new “how-to” education series, Learning to Live with Dementia. The classes are taught by Agrace staff who have experience caring for people who have dementia. Two classes on caregiver training will be offered in May. The first session, titled “Communication,” will be held on Thursday, May 8, from 2:00. to 3:00. The second session, “Personality and Behavior Changes,” will be held Tuesday, May 20, from 3:00 to 4:00. Each class is $20, and you may attend online using Microsoft Teams. To register, visit Agrace.org/Dementia. For questions, email [email protected] or call 608-276-4660.
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.
The Lone Rock Farmers Market will be back every Thursday, starting May 8 from 3:30 to 6:30 at Center Park on Highway 130.
Friday, May 9
The Partners of the Richland Hospital will have a Spring Open House & Bake Sale in the Lobby Shoppe Friday, May 9, from 7:00 until sold out.
Saturday, May 10
Ocooch Mountain Humane Society will host its annual Amazing Plant Sale Saturday, May 10, from 8:00 to 2:00 at the Killian Meyer Building at Krouskop Park.
Knights of Columbus Council 3492 will host bingo Saturday, May 10, at 6:30 at the Richland Center Community Center. The progressive jackpot will be $2,825 + 50% of net sales in 55 calls or less.
Tuesday, May 13
The Boaz Village Board will meet Tuesday, May 13, at 6:00 at the Boaz Community Building. The agenda can be accessed 48 hours before the meeting at boazwi.gov/meetings.
Wednesday, May 14
Richland Center Head Start and Early Head Starts Recruitment Day will be held Wednesday, May 14, from Noon to 6:00 at the Jefferson School Building. Please enter through door #7 at the back of the back of the building on Jefferson Street. Please bring proof of your child’s birthday and proof of income. Applications for families with zero income are also being accepted. All programs are free. Call 608-553-1429 if you have any questions.
Thursday, May 15
The Richland Center Lions will be hosting a monthly evening at the Fairgounds to sell concessions the third Thursday of each month from 5:00 to 8:00 through September. The final night will be Thursday, October 9. Car enthusiasts are invited to bring their cars to showcase.
Friday, May 16
Shake Rag Alley will host the ninth annual Writing Retreat Friday through Sunday, May 16-18. It is open to writers of all levels. Explore storytelling, fiction, memoir, flash, poetry, and small press publishing with retreat faculty, with immersive workshops, manuscript consultations, and engaging talks. This weekend of writing in community will challenge you to explore new forms, deepen your writing practice, and are led by award-winning published authors and active, experienced teachers of writing. For more information see ShakeRagAlley.org, or call 608-987-3292.
Bower-Gunnill-Dalton VFW Post 2267 is seeking Parade participation for the upcoming Memorial Day Parade. Parade participation is encouraged, with veterans leading with the Colors, school marching bands, or patriotic displays. The parade kick-off is 10:00 Monday, May 26, at Park and Third Street. It will proceed down Church Street to the Richland Center Cemetery, with a route of about seven blocks. The Memorial Day ceremony will take place at the Richland Center Cemetery starting at 10:45. For more information call 608-647-4884.
Saturday, May 17
The Nascar Fans United Walk with GRACE team will host a Quilt Gala Saturday, May 17, at the Richland Center Community Center. Dress in your prom like attire for this black-tie event. Enjoy finger foods while bidding on the quilted items donated to support GRACE. Doors will open at 6:00, the auction will begin at 8:00. Cost of entry is $10. To donate a quilt or quilted item, call Lorna Maxwell at 608-647-4234.
The Ancora String Quartet will perform at Taliesin’s Hillside Theater Saturday, May 17, at 6:00 for a “Schubertiad!” Tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets may be purchased at https://aftontickets.com/event/buyticket/o69n72v4x3.
Sunday, May 18
A spring service will be held at the Brown Church Sunday, May 18, at 1:30. The message will be delivered by Pastor John Sumwalt and refreshments will be served after the service.
Services at the Brown Church are Ecumenical and open to the community. The church is located on Brown Church Road, rural Lone Rock.
Busy Bees summer gardening program for children 3 to 9 will be offered at the River Valley Area Community Gardens. Sessions will be held Tuesdays, June 10 through July 29, from 9:15 to 10:15. Each child will receive their own 2’ x 4’ raised bed to grow plants of their choosing. Along with tending the beds, each session includes an activity. The focus is on fun as well as gardening. RVACG provides a variety of seeds and plants and the use of garden tools. A parent or caregiver must accompany the child to the sessions. The cost is $10 per child or $15 for a family. There are scholarships available. For more information or a registration form, contact [email protected]. A Meet and Greet is scheduled for Sunday, May 18. at 3:00.
Wednesday, May 21
Join Vernon County Over 50 Wednesday, May 21, at 2:15 for an Update on Viroqua City Activities with Nate Torres, Viroqua City Administrator at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, or online at the Viroqua, Ontario, Viola, and Readstown Public Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082 for more information.
Sunday, May 25
The Kickapoo Valley Rescue Squad will host its annual pancake breakfast Sunday, May 25, from 7:00 to Noon at the squad building in Viola. The event is free to the public. Free will donations are accepted.
Wednesday, May 28
Join Vernon County Over 50 Wednesday, May 28, at 2:15 for the Insect Epiphany with Barrett Klein, UWL Entomologist at the McIntosh Memorial Library in Viroqua or via Zoom at the Ontario, Viola and Readstown Public Libraries. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Sunday, May 31
Students in River Valley Schools Grades 5 through 12 are eligible for free 10’ x 10’ garden plots at the River Valley Area Community Gardens in Spring Green. Water, fertilizer, and mulch are included as well as the use of community tools. Mentors are available to teach gardening skills. More information can be found at rvacg.org/students. Application forms are available online at rvacg.org or you may request one at [email protected] or call 608-588-6040. The application deadline is May 31.
The River Valley Area Community Gardens has garden plots available for 2025. 10’x10′ plots rent for $20 for the season, 10’x20′ for $40, ad 20’x20′ plots for $60. The fee includes straw mulch, use of a rototiller and other tools, compost, organic fertilizer, water to each plot section, and hoses. Print registration forms are available in the INFO BOX at the Gardens in Spring Green. Forms may also be requested via email at [email protected], by texting 608-588-6040 or through the RVACG Facebook page or website RVACG.org.
Saturday, June 21
The International Crane Foundation in Baraboo will host An Evening with the Cranes Saturday, June 21, beginning at 4:00 . Enjoy beverages and food while you meet local and regional staff and, of course, cranes. Tickets are $100 for members, $120 for non-members and can be purchased at savingcranes.org. Click on the lean tab and then events.
Friday, July 11
A Mindful Movement and Inspired Jewelry Workshop will be held Friday through Sunday, July 11 through 13, at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin. Immerse yourself in a rejuvenating weekend of yoga, mindfulness, and creativity with Emily Benz and Ali Kauss, and craft a personalized Transformational Adornment—necklace or bracelet—using sterling silver, gemstones, and beads chosen for their healing properties. The adult program is $1,800 per person, which includes breakfast and lunch, workshop instruction, materials, guided tour, guestroom on the estate for two nights, and welcome reception in the main house. Reserve you weekend at taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
Friday, July 18
Join award-winning author Geoff Herbach for an unforgettable weekend writing retreat at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin Friday, July 18, at 2:30 through Sunday, July 20, at 3:00. Unlock the power of pacing and vivid detail to elevate your fiction or memoir, all while drawing creative inspiration from Wright’s iconic architecture. The program is for adults, 18+. The cost is $1,800 per person, and includes breakfasts and lunches, workshop instruction, materials, guided tour, guestroom for two nights on the estate, and welcome reception in the main house. For more information go to taliesinpreservation.org/weekend-workshops.
Saturday, August 16
The Paddle Festival will be held in Richland Center Saturday and Sunday, August 16 and 17. One of the main highlights of the weekend is the Run, Walk, and Parade event, where all are encouraged to dress in their favorite music genre and era. For those who prefer two wheels, there will be bike rides that wind through the countryside. And if you’re feeling adventurous, kayaking events will be held to explore the waterways. There will also be live entertainment throughout the weekend with local and regional artists; and there will be an art, wine, and sporting goods auction.
