Community Calendar
Thursday, May 21
City Utilities of Richland Center Water Department will conduct water main flushing weekdays through Friday, May 22. Flushing will take place beginning at approximately 6:00 AM and continuing through mid-to-late afternoon. Flushing will not take place overnight this year. During flushing, the entire water system may experience temporary rusty or cloudy water and reduced water pressure, not just the zone being flushed that day. The water remains safe to drink; however, it may discolor laundry. Storms or other unexpected circumstances may extend or postpone flushing times or dates. You can find more information and a full water flushing schedule on the City of Richland Center website.
Strong Bodies exercise class will be held at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua, and on Zoom, Thursday, May 21, from 2:00 until 3:00. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
A Friends of the Brewer Library meeting will be held Thursday, May 21, from 3:00 to 4:00 in the library’s basement meeting room. All are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, call Colleen at 608-647-2450.
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.
The Richland Center Lions is hosting Car Cruise-In and Burgers on Thursday, May 21, from 5:00 until 8:00 at the Richland County Fairgrounds.
American Legion Post 335 of Avoca will hold Pre-Memorial Day Programs in the area on Thursday, May 21. American Legion members will meet at Avoca School Parking Lot at 5:00 PM and leave by 5:30 PM. They will first travel to Pulaski Church (6763 HWY P) for a program around 6:00 PM. They will then travel to Fairview Church (2293 Fairview Road) around 6:30 PM. Following that they will hold a program in Clyde Township near the old County Shop (6610 HWY 130) at around 7:00 PM. The final program will be held at North Otter Creek Cemetery (6969 Bigelow Hill Road) at 7:15 PM. At each location they will read names of service members buried there, hold a 21 gun salute and play “Taps.”
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.
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.
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 [email protected]. More information can also be found at givingvoicechorus.org.
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.
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.
Friday, May 22
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 13 will be at area businesses for Poppy Day Friday, May 22. Please support our area Veterans and their families.
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).
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 23
The Brewer Public Library will be closed on Saturday, May 23, and Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
Team Booneytunes 15th Annual GRACE Art and Garage Sale Fundraiser will be Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24, from 8:00 to 5:00 both days in downtown Gillingham. Look for the GRACE Guitars. All money raised will go to GRACE.
Ithaca FFA will have a Plant Sale Saturdays through May, from 9:00 until 1:00, at the greenhouse behind the school. There will be over 200 hanging baskets, bedding plants, decorative pots, vegetables and more. New this year, purple pots and water can pots. For more information contact Ms. Sprecher at 608-585-2311.
The Pleasant Ridge Church Association will be holding an Open House on Saturday, May 23, from 9:00 to 4:00 at Pleasant Ridge Church in Willow Township. Refreshments will be served.
Sunday, May 24
Harrisburg School Museum will hold an open house on Sunday, May 24 from 1:00 to 4:00. The museum is located on County Highway B, East of Plain.
The Kickapoo Valley Rescue Squad will be holding their Annual Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 24, from 7:00 until Noon at 213 N. Turner Avenue in Viola. Cost is a free will donation.
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.
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 [email protected], by texting 608-588-6040 or through the RVACG Facebook page or website rvacg@org.
Monday, May 25
A Memorial Day Mass will be held Monday, May 25 at 9:00 at St. Killian’s Catholic Church in Bear Valley. Following the service there will be refreshments and fellowship in the church basement hall.
The Spring Green American Legion Post 253 will hold its Memorial Day program Monday, May 25, at 9:00 at Veterans Park in Spring Green. Following the program a chicken barbeque will be held at the Spring Green Community Center from 11:00 to 1:00. Cost of a meal is $15 which includes half of chicken, coleslaw, potato salad, beans and a cookie. Meals will be carryout only.
Bower-Gunnill-Dalton VFW Post 2267 will host the Richland Center Memorial Day Parade and Services on Monday, May 25. The parade line-up will begin at East 3rd and North Park Streets, next to the large hospital parking lot. The Chapter VII Troop carrier will be available for Veterans who cannot ‘march’ or need a ride to the location and will leave the American Legion Post 13 parking area by 9:30. The parade starts at 10:00 proceeding onto Church Street, turning right on 8th Street then turning right into Saloutos Drive at the cemetery. Services will begin about 10:30. Weather permitting, a fly-over is scheduled at 11:00 by the Buena Vista Flying Club. Following the services the W. H. Bennett Unit 71 Woman’s Relief Corp Water service for those lost at sea will be held at American Legion Post 13. In case of inclement weather, services will be at the high school field house starting at 10:00 with a slightly revised program. Military Veterans are encouraged to participate along with all units that reflect a patriotic theme. The public is also encouraged to participate whether traveling in the parade or as observers. For more information call 608-604-6207.
Members of Lone Rock American Legion Post 383, and the Legion Auxiliary, will hold their Memorial Day Services on Monday, May 25. The first event will be held at Battery Park in Lone Rock on at 10:00. The second event will be held at St Malachy Church Cemetery in Clyde at 11:00.
American Legion Auxiliary 13 and their mascots, the mini donkeys Miss Purdy and Nestor, will be making their appearances Monday, May 25 at the Richland Center Memorial Day Parade and Friday, May 29, at 10:00 at Harvest Guest Home 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.
American Legion Post 220 of Soldiers Grove will hold a Memorial Day Program Observance on Monday, May 25, at 11:00 at the Memorial Wall in the Soldiers Grove Park. A picnic meal and social will be held at the William Schoville American Legion Post 220 from 11:00 until gone. The meal includes Burgers, brats, hot dogs, salad, chips and dessert. A free will offering for the meal is suggested. Vets eat for free.
Tuesday, May 26
The Highground will hold its 16th Annual Honor Ride and Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 26. The ride features seven scenic motorcycle rides beginning at various locations throughout the state. Some routes will begin as early as 6:00 AM with designated stops along the way. Route and registration details are available at thehighgroundhonorride.com.
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 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua, and on Zoom, Tuesday, May 26, from 2:00 until 3:00. For more information 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, May 27
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 [email protected]. 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, May 27 from 1:00 to 1:45, at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua and the Ontario & Readstown Public Libraries. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
Vernon County Over 50’s Annual Meeting will be held Wednesday, May 27, from 2:00 to 3:00 at Bethel Fellowship Hall in Viroqua. Come help decide the activities and trips for the coming year.
The Richland Community Food Pantry is open Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30.
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, May 28
Passages Annual Board Meeting will be held Thursday, May 28, at 10:00 AM at the Killian Meyer Building, 950 North Orange Street, in Richland Center. The public is invited to attend. If you plan on attending please RSVP Darlene at 608-647-0255. Passages provides free, confidential services to any victim of crime, especially domestic violence or sexual assault, recent or past.
Strong Bodies exercise class will be held at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua, and on Zoom, Thursday, May 28, from 2:00 until 3:00. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
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.
Saturday, May 30
The Richland Hospital and Clinics will be holding a Teddy Bear Clinic on Saturday, May 30, from 10:00 until Noon at Pippin Hall in the lower level of the hospital. Bring a favorite fuzzy friend. If you do not have a bear, one will be provided while supplies last. Registration will be held in the 1st Floor Main Lobby.
The Richland County Bank GRACE Team Annual Barbecue Pulled Pork Fundraiser on Saturday, May 30 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM or until sold out in the bank parking lot. All proceeds will go to GRACE.
Tribute to the Veterans Dinner & Show featuring Mollie B and Red Higgins, sponsored by the Baraboo Area Senior Citizens Organization, will be held Saturday, May 30 at the Voyageur Inn in Reedsburg. Dinner will be served at Noon. The performance will be at 1:30. Ticket prices for reserved seats only are $65 and $70. Veterans will receive a $5 discount. For tickets and information call Richard at 608-393-7314 and in the evening at 608-524-2684. You can find out more about Mollie B at mollieb.com.
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.
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.
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.
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, down load the Blood Donor App, or visit RedCrossBlood.org and use Sponsor Code: WISecure. Walk-ins welcome.
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.
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.
Saturday, June 6
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.
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 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.
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 [email protected] with any questions.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Thursday, June 11
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.”
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.
Wednesday, June 17
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.”
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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 [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.
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.
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.
