Community Calendar

Sunday, April 12

Due to the Town of Buena Vista Garbage & Recycling staffing shortages, and a brief truck breakdown, if your garbage was not picked up by the end of the day Saturday, April 11, please make sure bins are at curbside by 6 AM Monday, April 13.

St Philip’s Church will host a Pancake Breakfast Sunday, April 12, from 8:00 to 11:00. A free will offering will be accepted. Mass will be held at 9:00. St. Philip’s church is located at 42678 Church Road, Soldiers Grove, WI near Rolling Ground. Carry outs will also be available.

The Loganville Area Fire Department will host a pancake breakfast Sunday, April 12, from 8:00 to Noon at the Loganville Village Hall. Dine in or drive thru will be available. Cost of the breakfast is $10 for adults, $5 for children 10 and under, and free for preschoolers.

Ridge and Valley Beekeepers will meet Sunday, April 12, at 1:00 at the Gays Mills Community Commerce Center. The meeting is open to the public and all are welcome. Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

The final Sunday Funday Dance of the season will be held Sunday, April 12, from 1:00 to 3:00 at the Richland Center Community Center. All dances are taught; no experience or partner necessary.

The RCHS Class of 1968 will host a Scholarship Fundraiser Sunday, April 12, from 1:00 to 5:00 at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center. The afternoon will include a bake sale, raffles, silent auction, and dancing. Music will be provided by Monty Berger and The Country Gold Band. Admission is a $10 donation.

The Richland Concert Association will host The RidgeTones, the Driftless Region’s eclectic vocal ensemble, Sunday, April 12, at 2:00 at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Richland Center.. They perform an inspiring mix of music from classical and jazz to folk, madrigal, and spiritual songs. Tickets will be available at the door for $15 for adults, and students under 18 are admitted free with a paying adult.

The Hillsboro Public Library and the Hillsboro C.A.R.E.S. have joined to start the Hillsboro Community Theater. Members have been working with a group of focused children ages of 7 to 15 to bring the production of to ‘The Enchanted Book Shop’ by Todd Wallinger life. A performance will be held Sunday, April 12, at 2:00 in the Hillsboro High School gymnasium. Free will donations will be accepted at the door. In addition, there will be a bake sale at intermission. The donations will be used to fund future plays and theater for the Hillsboro Community.

Kickapoo Cowboy Church presents Gary Froiland Sunday, April 12, 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, April 13

The City of Richland Center is advising residents that no parking will be allowed from 7:00 until 5:00 on Monday, April 13, Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16 on the following streets: North Cedar, North Chestnut, North Church, North Oak, North Walnut, South Sheldon, and 2nd through 9th Streets. These restrictions are in place to allow a contractor to complete cleanup of excess pea gravel from yards and roadways following the City’s 2025 street chip sealing project. Residents are asked to keep vehicles off these streets during the posted times to allow crews to work efficiently.

The City of Richland Center’s first monthly large item pickup begins Monday, April 13. Republic Services will begin collecting on Monday, April 13 and return on Wednesday, April 15 to finish any remaining areas. Please have items placed on the curb by 6:00 Monday morning. Residents are reminded there is a limit of 5 items per pickup and each item must be less than 50 pounds and manageable by one person. Excluded items include freon appliances, hazardous waste, yard waste, construction debris, and tires. Items exceeding these limits or including prohibited materials will not be collected. Residents with additional or overweight items may contact Republic Services directly to schedule additional pickups, or transport items to their Boscobel location.

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.

Richland Area Retired Educators’ Association will meet Thursday, April 16. Registration will begin at 9:00 with the program beginning at 9:30. The guest presenter for the event will be Al Cornell. Al will be discussing his new book about bobcats returning to the Driftless area. Al will have copies of his new book available for purchase. RAREA members need to contact RAREA President Barry with their and guests reservations by Noon Monday, April 13. You may contact Barry Roghair via email at [email protected], or calling 608-647-6542 and leave a message.

Welcome to Medicare will be held Monday, April 13, at 1:00 at the Richland County Health and Human services building. The presentation will go over when to enroll, how to enroll and what each part of Medicare is and what it covers. This interactive session allows for participants to ask questions they may have about this program. All participants receive resources that will assist them in their Medicare journey. Sign up is required to participate, please call the ADRC office at 608-647-4616.

Community members, parents, caretakers and children are invited to a free educational series titled Building Connections to Reduce Anxious & Depressed Feelings. The series helps gain knowledge & coping skills to increase connection and to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. Each session will offer a group discussion with key questions for parents and caregivers while youth are participating in adult-led screen-free activities. Session 2, Importance of Play & Social Connection will be held Monday, April 13 at the Richland Center Community Center. The session starts at 5:30 and a free community dinner will follow. Registration is required for a free family meal. To register contact Evan Ewing by phone at 608-649-5965 or by email at [email protected].

Registration is now open for garden plot for the 2026 season. 10’x10′ ploys 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 located in the 900 block of N. Westmor, 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.

Tuesday, April 14

A Red Cross blood drive will be held at the Lone Rock Community Gym Tuesday, April 14, from 12:30 to 5:30. Appointments are encouraged and appreciated by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or online at redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins will also be welcome.

The Viroqua Chamber invites you to pitch it at Viroqua SOUP.
On Tuesday, April 14, from 5:00 to 7:00, neighbors will gather for soup, community, and creative ideas. For a $5 donation, attendees will enjoy soup and bread while listening to short pitches from local dreamers, doers, and problem-solvers.
Then the crowd will vote and the winning idea will receive 100% of the evening’s donations to bring their project to life.

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.

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. A Meet and Greet is scheduled for Sunday, May 17 at 3:00. 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. 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 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 [email protected] with any questions.

Wednesday, April 15

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 Viola American Legion will host a pancake supper Wednesday, April 15, from 4:30 to 6:30ish at Viola Legion Post 447. A free will offering will be taken to support youth activities and scholarships.

Shake Rag Alley will host a Makers & Shakers Art Party: Gemstone & Wire Pendant Wednesday, April 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Lind Pavilion. Make a beautiful necklace for yourself or a loved one. Learn how to work with 20 gauge wire, make a double bail, and design your pendant using a gemstone, accent beads, findings, and wire. All tools and materials are provided, including the cord necklace. Additional necklace kits can be purchased for $3 to $5 each. Go home that night wearing your own work of art. The project fee is $10 but will be waived for middle and high school students. Register at ShakeRagAlley.org.

Thursday, April 16

Friends of Brewer Library will meet Thursday, April 16, at 3:00 in the basement meeting room. The meeting will conclude by 4:00.

The Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry will be at Ithaca High School the third Thursday of each month beginning at 4:00. Due to school 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.

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, April 17

A Red Cross blood drive will be held at St. Anthony & Philip Parish in Highland Friday, April 17, from Noon to 5:00. Appointments are encouraged and appreciated by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or online at redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins will also be welcome.

Southwest Wisconsin Community Players will present performances of Snow White Friday and Saturday, April 17 & 18 and 24 & 25, at 7:00 and Sunday, April 19 and 26, at 2:00. All performances will be in the Richland Center City Auditorium. Tickets will be available at the door priced at $10 for adults, $5 for children under 18 and $25 for two adults and any number of children.

Saturday, April 18

The Vernon County Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit will host the 14th Annual 5-K-9 Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run will at the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office in Viroqua, on Saturday, April 18. The 1⁄4 mile Kids Fun Run for kids 11 and under will begin at 9:00. Medals, trophies, & ribbons will be awarded. Immediately following the Kids Fun Run the 5K Run/Walk will begin. All events begin and end at the Sheriff’s Office. There are men’s and women’s age groups for all ages. Medals will be awarded for men and women in each age category. Anyone interested in participating in the event can find a pre-registration link or registration form on the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Unit Program Facebook page. Forms are also available at the Sheriff’s Office. Registration the day of the event is $20 for ages 12 to 17 and $30 for anyone 18 and older. Children 11 and under are free. No t-shirts will be available. Registration the day of the event will be from 7:30 to 8:45. All proceeds will benefit the Vernon County K9 Unit- K9 Kota and K9 Dax- for annual maintenance, training, & equipment costs.

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.

Reedsburg United Methodist Church will host a Family Fun Day Saturday, April 18, from 1:00 to 3:00. There will be free games, food, and crafts.

This year’s Crane Count is Saturday, April 18. This annual survey of Sandhill and Whooping Cranes spans over 150 counties in seven states, including Wisconsin and portions of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Ohio, and Minnesota. To participate in this spring’s count, go online to savingcranes.org and click on get involved.

Monday, April 20

Community members, parents, caretakers and children are invited to a free educational series titled Building Connections to Reduce Anxious & Depressed Feelings. The series helps gain knowledge & coping skills to increase connection and to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. Each session will offer a group discussion with key questions for parents and caregivers while youth are participating in adult-led screen-free activities. Session 3, Rise of Phone Based Childhoods, will be held Monday, April 20, at The Union in Richland Center. The session starts at 5:30 and a free community dinner will follow. Registration is required for a free family meal. To register contact Evan Ewing by phone at 608-649-5965 or by email at [email protected].

Tuesday, April 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, April 22

From Endangered to Abundant—the State of the World’s Cranes in 2026 webinar with Dr. Rich Beilfuss, President & CEO of the International Crane Foundation, will be held Wednesday, April 22, at 2:00. Dr. Beilfuss will provide an overview of the status and distribution of each of the world’s 15 crane species. He will share population numbers and trends, ongoing and emerging threats, and some of the unique stories behind the struggle of each species to survive and thrive in the modern world.

Vernon County Over 50 will host Lower Leg Swelling with Christine Moore, Occupational Therapist at Vernon Health Wednesday, April 22, at 2:15. The program will be held at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua, and via Zoon at the Ontario, Readstown, and Viola Public Libraries. For more information call 262-384-0082.

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, April 23

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Muscoda will host a Soup Supper Thursday, April 23, from 5:30 until gone. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under, and free for children five and under.

Friday, April 24

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, April 24, 7:00 at the Blue River Community Building. To register and for more details visit the Friends of Blue River Facebook page.

Saturday, April 25

Town of Willow Spring Clean-up, Garbage & Recycling Event will be held Saturday, April 25, from 8:00 to Noon at the new town garage in Loyd. All items accepted at the Richland County event will be accepted at the Town of Willow event, including scrap metal. However, tires will not be accepted. There will be no charge, but donations will be accepted.

Savor the River Valley will host its fourth Annual Earth Day Farm & Food Tour on Saturday, April 25, from 10:00 to 4:00. This is a free, family-friendly, self-guided, behind-the-scenes tour through 11 farms and food processors in the Driftless area. The tour allows people to meet folks producing food in ways that protect the soil, water, air and communities. Participants will be able to take a wagon ride, visit baby animals, see cheese being made and grain being milled; learn about regenerative farming, raising pastured meats and agro-forestry.; explore an orchard; visit a kitchen garden; participate in perennial crop research; purchase plants to grow at home; and eat many delicious treats such as ice cream, truffles, smash burgers and wood-fire pizza. More information can be found at savortherivervalley.org/events.

Friends of Kickapoo Valley Reserve willl celebrate Poetry Month Saturday, April 25, beginning at 2:00 with Youth Poets and the Wisconsin Poet Laureate, Brenda Cárdenas at the Kickapoo Valley Reserve Visitor Center. Local Youth Poets of Merit along with the Wisconsin Poet Laureate will read their poetry for those who attend. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the Earth Day activities that will follow, including Earth Day Crafts for children, kite flying, family Earth Day games, guided nature hikes and more. The event is free and open to everyone.

Knights of Columbus Council 3492 will host bingo on Saturday, April 25, starting at 6:30 at the Richland Center Community Center. The progressive blackout jackpot will be $1,796 + 50% of net sales in 53 calls or less.

Monday, April 27

Community members, parents, caretakers and children are invited to a free educational series titled Building Connections to Reduce Anxious & Depressed Feelings. The series helps gain knowledge & coping skills to increase connection and to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. Each session will offer a group discussion with key questions for parents and caregivers while youth are participating in adult-led screen-free activities. The Series Finale, Community Panel Discussion, will be Monday, April 27, at the Richland Center Auditorium. The session starts at 5:30 and a free community dinner will follow. Registration is required for a free family meal. To register contact Evan Ewing by phone at 608-649-5965 or by email at [email protected].

Tuesday, April 28

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, April 29

Ithaca FFA will host a spring blood drive Wednesday, April 29, from 8:00 to 3:00 at the High School gym. Appointments are encouraged but not necessary. To schedule an appointment click on the link donateblood.versiti.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/11629607 or call Ithaca School and ask for Ms. Sprecher.

The Tomah VA Medical Center will host a Whole Health Open House Wednesday, April 29, from 11:00 to 1:00. Try hands on activities, learn about Whole Health, and sign up for wellness classes. For more information phone 1-800-872-8662, extension 61417.

Friday, May 1

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.

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

Saturday, May 2

Castle Rock Lutheran Church’s Annual Fishers/Community Breakfast will be held Saturday, May 2, from 7:00 until 10:30 at 14887 Crow Valley Road, Montfort. The meal will include  pancakes, scrambled eggs, ham, sausage links, potatoes, applesauce, cinnamon rolls, coffee, milk, and juice. A portion of this year’s proceeds will benefit the Southwest Wisconsin Community Action Program (SWCAP).

Get ready to recharge and build skills at a free Spring into Wellness interactive event focused on the Eight Dimensions of Wellness sponsored by the South Central Alliance for Tobacco Prevention. Choose up to four 30-minute workshops: Emotional – manage stress, coping skills, and self-awareness; Physical – care for your body through movement, sleep, and nutrition; Social – build healthy relationships and a sense of connection; Intellectual – learn, be creative, and problem-solve; Spiritual – find purpose, meaning, and values; Occupational – overall satisfaction, balance, and well-being; Environmental – feel safe and supported; and Financial – manage money, resources, and financial stress. Connect with local vendors, explore community resources, and gain practical tools to support stress management, healthy coping, and overall well-being on Saturday, May 2, from 9:00 to Noon at the LaValle Center. A light breakfast is included. For more information on the program or how to register email Alysha Basel at [email protected].

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.)

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.

Monday, May 4

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 5

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 for Seniors will be held at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua each Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:15. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.

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, May 6

The Richland Community Food Pantry is open Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30.

Enjoy an afternoon of Euchre every Wednesday at 1:00 at the old school in Avoca.

Hill Country Classic Power meets the first Wednesday night of each month at 8:00 at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center.

Thursday, May 7

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.

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.

Friday, May 8

Organizers of the Hub City Dirt Drags, held at the Richland County Fairgrounds, are looking for several non- profit groups to volunteer for a donation to their club or organization for the Hub City Spring Opener May 8 & 9.  All Volunteers will get free weekend admission. If you would like to volunteer, or for more information call 608-778-7434.

Saturday, May 9

Ocooch Mountain Humane Society will host its annual Amazing Plant Sale on Saturday, May 9, from 8:00 to 2:00 at the Killian Meyer Building at Krouskop Park.

The Mill Creek Cemetery meeting will be held Saturday, May 9. Meet at the cemetery at 10:00 to clean up. Lunch will be held at Noon at The Phoenix Center and the meeting will follow.

Monday, May 11

Welcome to Medicare will be held Monday, May 11, at 1:00 at the Richland Human Health and Services building. This interactive class is free and walks through your timelines for getting enrolled, the costs and the different parts to Medicare. Sign up is required as each participant will be given a folder of materials and useful guides. Please call the Richland ADRC today to save your seat at 608-647-4616.

Thursday, May 14

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.

Friday, May 15

Students in River Valley Schools Grades 5-12 are eligible for FREE 10’ x 10’ garden plots at the River Valley Area Community Gardens. 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/youth. Application forms are available online at rvacg.org or you may request one at [email protected] or 608-588-6040. The application deadline is May 15.

Sunday, May 17

The Friends of the Little Brown Church will be hosting a spring service at the Brown Church on Sunday, May 17, starting at 1:30. Ron Fruit will be delivering the message followed by light refreshments. Services at the Brown Church are Ecumenical and everyone is welcome.

Monday, May 18

Nursing staff at The Richland Hospital is collecting gently used shoes and boots to raise money for G.R.A.C.E. Collection bins are located in the front lobby of the hospital, Muscoda clinic, and Spring Green clinic. The shoes will be repurposed in developing countries to provide jobs and help improve communities. To meet the goal, 1, 600 more pairs of shoes are needed by May 18th. All proceeds will go to G.R.A.C.E.

Friday, May 29

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, May 29, at 7:00 at the Blue River Community Building. To register and for more details visit the Friends of Blue River Facebook page.

Sunday, May 31

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 check out taliesinpreservation.org/events.

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.

Saturday, June 6

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.

Saturday, June 20

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.

Friday, June 26

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.

Thursday, August 6

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.

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

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.

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 [email protected] 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.

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.

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.