Community Calendar
Tuesday, January 6
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.
Strong Bodies Exercise will be held at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua each Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30 to 3:30. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
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, January 7
The Richland Center Winter Market will not be held throughout January and will start up again February 4.
Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts will launch its 2026 Curriculum on Wednesday, January 7. The upcoming year’s offerings include new workshops in inkle loom weaving, foldforming in jewelry, zines, tunnel books, and cartoonage, a November Holiday Craft weekend, and a Hot Week with glassblowing and welding, as well as favorites like bent willow chair, torch-fired beads, making art sculptures with scrap metal, and mosaic, as well as popular retreat weekends like July’s Woodlanders Gathering. All workshops will launch by noon on January 7. To ensure space with the more-sought-after instructors and categories, early registration is key. Visit ShakeRagAlley.org to explore the offerings or request a print catalog; call the office at 608-987-3292 9:00 to 2:00. Monday through Friday, where staff are glad to assist with workshop registrations or lodging reservations.
Enjoy an afternoon of Euchre every Wednesday at 1:00 at the old school in Avoca.
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.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Wednesday, January 7, from 1:00 to 6:00 at the American Legion Hall in Cross Plains. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
The Richland Community Food Pantry is open Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30.
Thursday, January 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.
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 Lower Wisconsin State Riverway Board will hold its regular monthly business meeting Thursday, January 8, at 5:00. The meeting will be held at the Riverway Board office in
Muscoda. The meeting also will be broadcast via Zoom. Information is posted on the LWSRB website regarding the connection to the meeting.
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 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.)
Friday, January 9
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Friday, January 9, from 10:00 to 2:00 at the American Legion Post in Elroy. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
Sunday, January 11
The Richland Center Rodeo Committee will host its 12th Annual 8-Pin Tap Bowling Event Sunday January 11, at the Phoenix Center. Two shifts will be held at 11:00 and 2:00 with prizes, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, and a bake sale. Sign-up sheets are available at the Phoenix Center, or you can sign up the day of the event.
A Sunday Funday Dance will be held Sunday, January 11, from 1:00 to 3:00 at the Richland Center Community Center. The event is free. No experience or partner is needed. All dances will be taught.
Tuesday, January 13
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.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Tuesday, January 13, from 11:30 to 5:30 at St. John’s Gym in Muscoda. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Tuesday, January 13, from Noon to 4:00 at the Lyndon Station Fire Department. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
In January, Agrace will offer a Spouse/Partner Loss Support Group, for adults who are grieving the death of a spouse or partner. This group is most appropriate for participants after it has been two months since the death occurred and meets for six consecutive weeks virtually on Tuesdays, January 13 to February 17, from 1:30 to 3:00 via Zoom. There is no fee if a participant’s family member received hospice care from Agrace within the past 12 months; fees for others can be lowered or waived, if needed. Pre-registration is required for all groups. For details, fees or to register, email [email protected] or call 608-327-7110.
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, January 14
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Wednesday, January 14, from 11:30 to 5:30 at the Richland Center Community Center. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
Vernon County Over 50 will host Serena Inman, Senior Human Resources Manager at S&S Cycle Wednesday, January 14, from 2:00 to 3:00. Learn how S&S Cycle came to be in Viola and what they do for the motorcycle racing world. The event will be held at the Viola Public Library and also via Zoom at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall and McIntosh Memorial Library in Viroqua as well as the Ontario, Readstown, and Viola Public Libraries. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Thursday, January 15
All women veterans are invited to Focus Group Meeting at the La Crosse Vet Center on Thursday night, January 15, from 6:00 to 7:00. Share your feedback about your experiences with the VA Medical Center. Those gathered will also be making Valentine crafts together. Light refreshments will be provided.
Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts will welcome nine writers in residence at the beginning of 2026. Marking the fifteenth year of the Winter Writers Reading Series, this upcoming year will feature Wisconsin writers reading from their work on select Thursday evenings at 6:00. Readings will be held at Republic of Letters Books in Mineral Point. Thursday, January 15, will feature Elizabeth Hendricks and Alison Thumel.
Saturday, January 17
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.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, January 19, from 11:30 to 5:30 at South Elementary School in Reedsburg. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
A Puzzle Competition will be held Saturday, January 17, from 1:00 to 3:00 to support the Lone Rock Splash Pad. The event will be held at the Lone Rock Community Building. Cost is $10 per person with up to four people on a team. For more information call Sandy at 608-588-4514. Team info and payments can be mailed to Sandra Creasey, PO Box 301, Lone Rock, WI, 53556.
Knights of Columbus Council 3492 will be hosting bingo on Saturday, January 17, at the Richland Center Community Center starting at 6:30. The progressive blackout jackpot will be $1,140 + 50% of net sales in 51 calls or less.
Tuesday, January 20
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.
Welcome To Medicare, a free two hour session will be held Tuesday, January 20, at 1:00 at the Richland County Health and Human Services building. It is strongly recommended for those coming up on their 65th birthday or looking to retire or for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare and how it works. Those planning to attend are asked to sign up to participate by calling the ADRC Office as handouts for this interactive program will be prepared in advance for those in attendance.
Wednesday, January 21
Vernon County Over 50 will host Kathy Frydenlund from the Snowflake Ski Jump. Learn about the world class ski jump competition which takes place in February in Westby. The event will be held Wednesday, January 21, at 2:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Vernon County will be offering a free Dementia Caregiver support group. Monthly meetings will be 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.
Thursday, January 22
Finding Hope for Family Farms will be the topic of a discussion scheduled for January 22, at 7:00 at the Gard Theater in Spring Green. It will feature Dick Cates and Brian Reisinger and be moderated by Don Greenwood. Admission is free.
Tuesday, January 27
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, January 28
Second Harvest Food Distribution will be in Gays Mills on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 2:00 to 3:00 on Main Street. You are asked not to arrive before 1:30. You will be directed where to go and asked how many are in your household. Please make enough room in the trunk of your vehicle.
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.
Friday, January 30
Friends of Blue River will host a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle competition Friday, January 30, at the Blue River Community Building. Doors will open at 6:00 with the competition beginning at 7:00. Cost is $4 per person or $12 for a team of four. Register in advance to ensure there is a puzzle for your team. Send a message to Friends of Blue River Facebook page or call 608-537-2683.
Saturday, January 31
Community Players’ Trivia Night with Dave Timm will return Saturday, January 31, at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center. The cost will be $30 a for a team of up to six people. Registration will be at the door beginning at 6:15. and the competition will start at 7:00. The Grand Prize will be Championship Hats for the winners proclaiming their victory! Second prizes will include free tickets to the Community Players’ summer show. There will also be door prizes, a 50-50 raffle and a silent auction. All proceeds will be used to help fund future productions by the Community Players of Southwestern Wisconsin. For more information, call or text 608-647-0124.
Sunday, February 1
The Sandy Reetz Memorial 9-Pin Tap Tournament will be held Sunday, February 1, at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center. Shifts will be held at 9:00 and 1:00. The cost to bowl is $15. All proceeds benefit Walk with GRACE.
Wednesday, February 4
The Richland Center Winter Market is held each Wednesday from Noon to 4:00 at the Richland Center Community & Senior building.
Hill County Classic Power meets the first Wednesday night of each month at 8:00 at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center.
Thursday, February 5
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.
Friday, February 6
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.
Monday, February 9
Welcome To Medicare, a free two hour session will be held Monday, February 9, at 1:00 at the Richland County Health and Human Services building. It is strongly recommended for those coming up on their 65th birthday or looking to retire or for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare and how it works. Those planning to attend are asked to sign up to participate by calling the ADRC Office as handouts for this interactive program will be prepared in advance for those in attendance.
Saturday, May 2
The Second Annual Quilt Gala to benefit G.R.A.C.E. will be held Saturday, May 2, at the Richland Center Community Center. Doors will open at 4:00 with the auction at 6:00. Cost to attend is $10. For more information or to donate a quilt call Lorna Maxwell at 608-647-4234.
