Community Calendar

Sunday, May 31

Residents of the Town of Buena Vista that did not get their garbage picked up this weekend please have it out by 6:00 AM Monday, June 1.

Ensemble Dal Niente in Concert and Discussion will be held Sunday, May 31, from 1:30 to 3:30 at the Hillside Theater at Taliesin. The concert will offer an opportunity to experience the ensemble’s distinctive and boundary-pushing musical voice within one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s most acoustical and architectural spaces. Following the concert, an open conversation will explore the intersections of music and architecture. General admission is $42 plus fees of $4.29. For more information go online to taliesinpreservation.org/events.

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.

Students in River Valley Schools Grades 5-12 are eligible for FREE 10’ x 10’ garden plots at the River Valley Area Community Garden. Water, fertilizer, and mulch are included as well as the use of community tools. Mentors are available to teach gardening skills. More information and application forms can be found at www.rvacg.org/students Application deadline is May 31.

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.

Local vendors and organizations are invited to join the event marketplace at the Lone Rock 4th of July Celebration, at Fireman’s Park. Sites are first-come, first-served, registration deadline is July 4. For more information, visit lonerock4thofjuly.org/marketplace.

Monday, June 1

The Walk with GRACE Annual Spring Flower Sale is being held through June 12, from 8:00 until 4:30 each day, at 780 N Orange Street in Richland Center. A wide variety of flowers, pots and plants will be available for purchase. Profits, from the sale, will go to Greater Richland Area Cancer Elimination (GRACE).

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 June 1 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.

Tai Chi Exercise will be held Monday, June 1, 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 Highland Mobile Food Pantry will be at 726 Main Street, in Highland, on Monday, June1, starting at 4:00. This will be a drive-through pantry with no registration. Social distancing will be practiced. Please clear your trunks for space for your groceries. No entry to the church this day. The church doors will be locked. 

Do you have personal stories or recollections from your parents or grandparents about Frank Lloyd Wright and his activities in Richland Center? They may have been involved in building the AD German Warehouse or had business dealings with the AD German family. Please share those stories either in person or in writings. Stories will be shared at 1:00 during the Frank Lloyd Wright 159th Birthday Celebration on Sunday, June 7, at the AD German Warehouse. If you have stories to share please contact Jane Kintz at janekintz@gmail.com . 

Tuesday, June 2

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.

Easy Chair Yoga will be held Tuesday, June 2, from 10:30 until 11:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Tuesday, June 2, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

A Euchre Tournament will be held at the Hub City Community Building each Tuesday and Friday Night at 7:00.

The deadline for non-profit organizations to submit applications to Richland County United Givers is Monday, June 15. To complete and submit an application go to their website at rcunitedgivers.org.

The Richland School District is offering their free Summer Meal Program for kids again this year. Meal pick-up will be held every Thursday from June 11 through August 6 at the Richland Center High School. To receive meals by the first distribution date participants must pre-register by Monday, June 8. To sign-up and for more information go online to the Richland School District website or call 608-647-6063. Children do not need to be a Richland Schools student but must be a district resident.

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.

Wednesday, June 3

The Wisconsin Secure Program Facility will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, June 3, from 10:00 to 3:00. The Blood Drive will be located in the M-Building at the east end of the parking lot. For an appointment call 1-800-Red Cross, download the Blood Donor App, or visit RedCrossBlood.org and use Sponsor Code: WISecure. Walk-ins 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, June 3, 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 Richland Community Food Pantry is open Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30.

Hill Country Classic Power will be holding their monthly meeting Wednesday, June 3, at The Phoenix Center in Richland Center at 8:00.

Thursday, June 4

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.

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Thursday, June 4, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

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 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.

Friday, June 5

American Legion Auxiliary 13 and their mascots, the mini donkeys Miss Purdy and Nestor, will be making their appearance Friday, June 5 at 10:00 at Our House in Richland Center. Come on out and meet the donkeys and their crew and get a chance to feed, pet and get donkey hugs. All visits pending weather and military funerals.

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.

Saturday, June 6

Symons Recreation Complex will be holding “A” Days Saturday and Sunday, June 6 & 7. Any kids who attended any school located in Richland County will get free admission to Symons Recreation Complex by showing their report card with at least one “A” received. Kids living in Richland County and attending a virtual school or homeschool are eligible as well. Free admission is good only for June 6 and June 7. You must show your report card from the 2025-26 school year with at least one “A” received to get in for free for the day. Pool inflatables will also be out for the day.

The Richland Center Police Department and Richland Center Parks & Recreation will be holding their Annual Cops & Bobbers Tournament on Saturday, June 6, from 8:00 to 10:30 at the North Park Pond in Richland Center. There will be door prizes, giveaways and special awards for the day’s top catches. Each participant should bring their own fishing tackle and bait. It will be Wisconsin’s free fishing weekend so no license will be required. Catch and release is encouraged. Register now to secure your spot. To register go online to richlandcenter.activityreg.com, visit the Parks & Rec Office or call 608-647-8108 extension 1.

Immerse yourself in the world of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Spring Green estate with a celebration of all things that make Taliesin special. A Day at Taliesin will be held Saturday, June 6, from Noon to 4:00. Enjoy a wide variety of family-friendly activities including an independent walking tour and scavenger hunt, guided Hillside and Kitchen Garden tours, crafts and activities, and entertainment in Hillside Theater. Food for purchase from Riverview Terrace Cafe or bring your own picnic lunch. Tours of the Taliesin home are not included; option to purchase discounted Guided and Self-Paced House Tours for June 6 with registration. Space is limited. Guests who have purchased tickets in advance should arrive directly at the Hillside School for registration. Guests who need to purchase tickets day of can do so at the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center. Cost to participate is $15 for those 18 and older and free for those 17 and younger. For more information, or to pre-register go to taliesinpreservation.org/events.

As part of the United States’ 250 year celebration, the VFW and American Legion Posts of Boscobel will sponsor a free showing of the movie “Midway” on Saturday, June 6, at 1:00 at Boscobel’s Blaine Theater . The 1976 classic, starring Charlton Heston and Henry Fonda, retells the story of the battle fought the first week of June 1942 that turned the tide of war in the Pacific during WW2, just months after Pearl Harbor. Included with the showing will be a complimentary bag of popcorn and a drink.

Backroads Tour will present Doll Parts, a Dolly Parton tribute cover band, Saturday, June 6, at the Richland Center City Auditorium. The concert event celebrating Wisconsin’s contributions to America’s 250th Anniversary will also feature Paisley Fields, Eric Holm and will be hosted by magician Alex Iverson. Doors will open at 6:30. Ticket cost is $15 per person. To purchase tickets, and for more information, go online to http://backroads.us/, click on Tour Dates and then click on Richland Center.

Sunday, June 7

Christ Lutheran Church members will be hosting Gathering in the Garden on Sunday, June 7, at the Post House Garden, on Jefferson Street, in downtown Spring Green. Worship will be held at 10:00 and lunch & beverages will be served from 11:00 to 1:00. The Solstice Jazz Band will be playing during the lunch. All are welcome to attend.

The AD German Warehouse Conservancy group will celebrate Frank Lloyd Wright’s Birthday on Sunday, June 7, at the AD German Warehouse in Richland Center. In celebration of the birth of Frank Lloyd Wright in Richland Center 159 years ago a day of special activities have been planned. Beginning at 9:00 CJ Gilbert will present “Infinite Possibilities: The Art of Living Your Dreams.” Birthday cake and lemonade will be served from 11:00 until 3:00. Pose for a picture with Mr. Wright. Enjoy cold wax and encaustic paintings by area artist Susan Davison. Beginning at 1:00 Mayoral Proclamation.  Come to join the audience while local storytellers relay memories and recall history of Frank Lloyd Wright in Richland Center, AD German and The AD German Warehouse. Tours of the historic building will be held at 11:00, Noon, 1:00 and 2:00. Tours may be purchased and scheduled at the door or through the website at adgermanwarehouse.org. More information can also be found at the website.

The Boaz Lions Club’s Open House Series will be held the first Sunday of each month, through October, from Noon until 2:00 at the Mastodon Building, 17010 WI-171, in Boaz. See the Mastodon display and learn about Boaz’s local history. Food will be available for purchase. Walking Tacos will be available May 3rd. All proceeds will support building expansion. The event will be fun for all ages.

Kickapoo Cowboy Church will be held Sunday, June 7, 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.

Vacation Bible School will be held Sunday, June 7 through Tuesday, June 9, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at Park Street Christian Church in Richland Center. Classes for all ages. A free meal will be served each night. Please pre-register, call the Church Office at 608-647-3702.

Monday, June 8

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, June 8, 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, June 9

The Busy Bees Garden Club for kids 3K-4th grade who reside in the River Valley School District is again being offered at the River Valley Area Community Gardens. The Club meets weekly on Tuesdays, June 9 through July 28, from 9:15 until 10:15. Each child gets their own 2’ x 4’ raised bed to grow plants of their choosing. Along with tending the beds, each session includes an activity. RVACG provides a variety of seeds and plants and the use of garden tools. A parent or caregiver must accompany the kids to the sessions. The cost is $10 per child or $15 per family. There are scholarships available. All are welcome. Registration is required with a limit of 26 kids. Register online at rvacg.org/youth. Feel free to reach out to rvbusybees 24@gmail.com with any questions.

Easy Chair Yoga will be held Tuesday, June 9, from 10:30 until 11:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Tuesday, June 9, from 12:30 to 5:30 at the Lone Rock Community Building gym. Book a time by visiting redcrossblood.org and enter Sponsor Code: LoneRockWI or call 1-800-Red-Cross. Appointments are preferred.

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Tuesday, June 9, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

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, June 10

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.

Tai Chi Exercise will be held Wednesday, June 10, 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.

Going Car-Free with Rozie Brooks & Obbie King from LaCrosse will be held Wednesday, June 10, at 2:15 at McIntosh Memorial Library, Viroqua and available via zoom at Ontario, Readstown & Viola Libraries. They come to Viroqua via the SMRT Bus and have not owned a car since 2003. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Thursday, June 11

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, June 11, is “Dino Discovery Day: Adopt Your Own Dino & Unearth the Dino Puzzle.”

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Thursday, June 11, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

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, June 12

The 67th Wisconsin High School Rodeo State Finals will be held Friday, June 12, through Sunday, June 13, at the Richland County Fairgrounds. Friday will be “Wear Pink for GRACE” day. Performances will be Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 and Sunday at Noon. Special introductions will be held a half hour before each performance. Advance tickets for Friday and Saturday will be Adults $7, Students & Senior Citizens $6 and Children $4. Friday and Saturday Gate prices are Adults $8, Students & Senior Citizens $7 and Children $4. Sunday Gate prices are Adults $9, Students & Senior Citizens $8 and Children $4. Weekend Passes are also available for $25 each. For more information contact Kenda at 608-475-1886.

Saturday, June 13

St. John’s Lutheran Church’s GRACE Team will be hosting a Brat Stand on Saturday, June 13, at the Richland Locker from 10:00 to 1:30, or until sold out. Brats and hot dogs, from the Richland Locker, will be served serving to benefit the Greater Richland Area Cancer Elimination (GRACE) organization. Stop over, after the parade, to help support those struggling with cancer.

The June Dairy Days & Rodeo Parade will be held Saturday, June 13, at 10:30 in Downtown Richland Center. For more information about the parade call 608-649-3376.

The Knights of Columbus Council 3492 will be hosting bingo on Saturday, June 13, starting at 6:30 at the Richland Center Community Center. The progressive blackout jackpot will be $2,528 + 50% of net sales in 55 calls or less.

Sunday, June 14

Cowboy Church will be held Sunday, June 14 at 8:30, prior to the rodeo finals, at the Richland County Fairgrounds. All are welcome to attend.

Bingo will be held the second Sunday of each month, from 3:00 to 5:00, at Legion Post 220 in Soldiers Grove.

Monday, June 15

Tai Chi Exercise will be held Monday, June 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.

Classic Movie: Bringing Up Baby will be shown Monday, June 15, from 7:00 to 9:00 at Hillside Theater in Spring Green. Screwball sparks fly when Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn let loose in one of the fastest and funniest films ever made. A high-wire act of invention that took American screen comedy to new heights of absurdity. The film, first shown at Taliesin in 1956, is presented in partnership with the River Valley Film Club. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at taliesinpreservation.org/events.

Tuesday, June 16

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.

Easy Chair Yoga will be held Tuesday, June 16, from 10:30 until 11:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Tuesday, June 16, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Wednesday, June 17

Tai Chi Exercise will be held Wednesday, June 17, 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 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.

Thursday, June 18

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, June 18, is “Design‑a‑Dino Lab: Invent a New Species.”

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Thursday, June 18, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

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.

The Richland Center Lions is hosting Car Cruise-In and Burgers on Thursday, June 18, from 5:00 until 8:00 at the Richland County Fairgrounds.

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, June 19

American Legion Auxiliary 13 and their mascots, the mini donkeys Miss Purdy and Nestor, will be making their appearance Friday, June 19 at 10:00 at Sauk County Health Care in Reedsburg. Come on out and meet the donkeys and their crew and get a chance to feed, pet and get donkey hugs. All visits pending weather and military funerals.

The Richland Center Parks and Recreation Depart will be hosting Kids Night Out on Friday, June 19, 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.

Soldiers Grove Dairy Days will be held Friday, June 19, and Saturday, June 20, at Soldiers Grove Park. Friday the Southwest Pullers Tractor Pull will be held at 6:00. Saturday an Antique Tractor Pull and a Bean Bag Tournament will be at Noon. A Pedal Pull will begin at 5:00, Crawford County Line Band will perform at 7:00 and a Parade starts at dusk. Saturday will also feature Volleyball and 4-H Kid Activities. There will also be a carnival and Chicken Q, food & beverage sales both days. You can find more information on the 2026 Soldiers Grove Dairy Days Facebook events page.

Saturday, June 20

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.

An Evening with the Cranes will be held Saturday, June 20, from 4:00 to 7:00 at the International Crane Foundation’s Crane Discovery Center in Baraboo. Enjoy beverages and food while meeting local, regional staff, and cranes. The ticket price includes a commemorative glass. Find details at savingcranes.org/ewtc.

Cellist Mike Block will be performing at the Hillside Theater at Taliesin on Saturday, June 20, from 6:30 until 8:30. Mike Block is a Grammy Award winning multi-style cello player, composer, singer and educator with a passion for cross-cultural collaborations. An admirer of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture since childhood, Block’s performance will include works directly inspired by Fran Lloyd Wright and Taliesin. Tickets are $42 and can be purchased at taliesinpreservation.org/events/.

An Old Time Family Dance will be held the third Saturday night of each month, 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. Cost is $5 per person or $7.50 per couple, $3.00 for children 10 to 15 and children under 10 will be admitted for free. For more information contact DJ Steve Walton at 478-719-2566.

Monday, June 22

Tai Chi Exercise will be held Monday, June 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.

Tuesday, June 23

Easy Chair Yoga will be held Tuesday, June 23, 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.

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Tuesday, June 23, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Wednesday, June 24

Tai Chi Exercise will be held Wednesday, June 24, 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.

Stronger Steps Ahead: Using Mobility Devices Safely, sponsored by Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging, will be held Wednesday, June 24, at 2:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and available via zoom at Ontario, Readstown & Viola Libraries. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Muscoda American Legion Post 85 will be holding Burgers in the Park on Wednesday, June 24, 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, June 25

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, June 25, is “Dig In & Grow: Conservation Creations” with the Richland County Land Conservation Team.

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Thursday, June 25, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Friday, June 26

American Legion Auxiliary 13 and their mascots, the mini donkeys Miss Purdy and Nestor, will be making their appearance Friday, June 26 at 10:00 at Pine Valley Community Village in Richland Center. Come on out and meet the donkeys and their crew and get a chance to feed, pet and get donkey hugs. All visits pending weather and military funerals.

Friends of Blue River will host a jigsaw puzzle competition with up to four people per team. Teams will assemble a 500 piece puzzle on Friday, June 26, at 7:00 at the Blue River Community Building. To register and for more details visit the Friends of Blue River Facebook page.

Saturday, June 27

Victory in the Valley will be held Saturday, June 27, from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM and Sunday, June 28, from 8:00 AM until 10:30 AM at Kaul Park in Bear Valley. The two-day revival event will feature worship, encouragement, community and a message of hope. You can find more information on the Victory in the Valley Facebook Page.

Grow and Gather: Summer Foraging will be held, Saturday, June 27, from 9:30 to 12:30 at Taliesin Preservation, Spring Green. Explore Phoebe Point Trail and learn how to forage with Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman. Cost of the class is $35. More information can be found, and tickets can be purchased, at taliesinpreservation.org.

Monday, June 29

Tai Chi Exercise will be held Monday, June 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.

Tuesday, June 30

Easy Chair Yoga will be held Tuesday, June 30, from 10:30 until 11:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Strong Bodies exercise class will be held Tuesday, June 2, from 2:00 until 3:00 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall, Viroqua and via Zoom. Call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

Thursday, July 2

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 2, is “Unearth Freedom: A Red, White & Blue Celebration” with American Legion Post 383, Lone Rock.

Thursday, July 9

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 9, is “Creepy Crawlies Beneath Our Feet: A Wiggly Dig” with Tanya.

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 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.

Thursday, July 23

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.”

Wednesday, July 29

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.

Thursday, July 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, July 30, is “Jurassic Journey: A Hands‑On Discovery Dig.”

Thursday, August 6

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.”

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.

Thursday, August 13

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.”

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.

Thursday, August 20

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.”

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.

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. All visits pending weather and military funerals.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.