Community Calendar
Thursday, January 15
All women veterans are invited to Focus Group Meeting at the La Crosse Vet Center on Thursday night, January 15, from 6:00 to 7:00. Share your feedback about your experiences with the VA Medical Center. Those gathered will also be making Valentine crafts together. Light refreshments will be provided.
Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts will welcome nine writers in residence at the beginning of 2026. Marking the fifteenth year of the Winter Writers Reading Series, this upcoming year will feature Wisconsin writers reading from their work on select Thursday evenings at 6:00. Readings will be held at Republic of Letters Books in Mineral Point. Thursday, January 15, will feature Elizabeth Hendricks and Alison Thumel.
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, January 16
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Friday, January 16, from 12:30 to 5:30 at the Arena Fire & EMS Station. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
Saturday, January 17
The Little Lamb’s Closet, held at Park Street Christian Church, sponsored by the Richland County Right to Life, is open the third Saturday of the month starting at 9:30. Please use the Park Street entrance.
Free milk and cheese is available the third Saturday of each month from 9:30 until gone at Park Street Christian Church. Use the Seminary Street entrance.
A volunteer workday is planned for Saturday, January 17, starting at 10:00 at the Wisconsin Heights battlefield site near Sauk City. There will be stories about the history as a part of the event and one group, who wants to climb the hill, will clear part of Black Hawk’s lookout which now has cedars if there is snow. Contact Jared Urban, State Natural Areas Volunteer Coordinator- Natural Heritage Conservation, at 608-228-4349 if you have questions. The workday is sponsored by the Friends of the Lower Wisconsin Riverway.
A Puzzle Competition will be held Saturday, January 17, from 1:00 to 3:00 to support the Lone Rock Splash Pad. The event will be held at the Lone Rock Community Building. Cost is $10 per person with up to four people on a team. For more information call Sandy at 608-588-4514. Team info and payments can be mailed to Sandra Creasey, PO Box 301, Lone Rock, WI, 53556.
Knights of Columbus Council 3492 will be hosting bingo on Saturday, January 17, at the Richland Center Community Center starting at 6:30. The progressive blackout jackpot will be $1,140 + 50% of net sales in 51 calls or less.
The Richland Center City Auditorium welcomes Dan Lepien, Nashville singer/songwriter, and his band Saturday, January 17, at 7:00. Doors will open at 6:00. Tickets are priced at $25. A cash bar will also be available.
Monday, January 19
The Brewer Public Library will be closed Monday, January 19, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Monday, January 19, from 11:30 to 5:30 at South Elementary School in Reedsburg. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
Tuesday, January 20
SPARK!, creative engagement programs for people with memory loss and their care partners will meet on the third Tuesday of each month from 10:00 to 11:30. Registration is required. Call 563-873-3537.
Welcome To Medicare, a free two hour session will be held Tuesday, January 20, at 1:00 at the Richland County Health and Human Services building. It is strongly recommended for those coming up on their 65th birthday or looking to retire or for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare and how it works. Those planning to attend are asked to sign up to participate by calling the ADRC Office as handouts for this interactive program will be prepared in advance for those in attendance.
Wednesday, January 21
Vernon County Over 50 will host Kathy Frydenlund from the Snowflake Ski Jump. Learn about the world class ski jump competition which takes place in February in Westby. The event will be held Wednesday, January 21, at 2:15 at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Vernon County will be offering a free Dementia Caregiver support group. Monthly meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of the month, from 3:00 to 4:00 at the Hillsboro Public Library community room. This support group is open to friends and family who care about someone living with dementia. To learn more, call Teresa at the ADRC of Vernon County at 608-637-5201.
Thursday, January 22
Shake Rag Alley Center for the Arts will welcome Susanna Daniel at its Winter Writers Reading Series Thursday (January 22) at 6:00 at the Republic of Letters Books in Mineral Point. For more information go online to ShakeRagAlley.org, or call 608-987-3292.
Finding Hope for Family Farms will be the topic of a discussion scheduled for January 22, at 7:00 at the Gard Theater in Spring Green. It will feature Dick Cates and Brian Reisinger and be moderated by Don Greenwood. Admission is free.
Friday, January 23
A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Friday, January 23, from Noon to 4:00 at Messianic Christian Fellowship in Black Earth. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED-CROSS or go online to redcrossblood.org.
Saturday, January 24
Grief Group at St. John’s Lutheran Church will be starting a 13 week GriefShare Group at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Richland Center Saturday, January 24. The group will meet from 1:00 to 3:00. Anyone struggling with grief after the death of a loved one is welcome to join. The 13 week GriefShare material will be used. Check out GriefShare.org for more information or call St. John’s Lutheran Church 608-647-3000 to speak with Pastor Michelle.
Monday, January 26
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, January 27
The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Eagle Country, Richland County office is offering the Richland Center Caregiver Support Group at the Woodman Senior Center on the fourth Tuesday of each month from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. This group offers a chance to connect with local experts, family members and care partners who may be experiencing similar circumstances. To RSVP, or for information, you may call the ADRC at 608-647-4616 or Pam, the Dementia Care Specialist, at 608-548-3954.
Rolling Hills Toastmasters Club meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00. Meetings are held at Eagle School in Classrooom 2. Meetings are hybrid, meaning you can attend in person or by zoom. For more information or zoom link call 608-604-7743.
Wednesday, January 28
Second Harvest Food Distribution will be in Gays Mills on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 2:00 to 3:00 on Main Street. You are asked not to arrive before 1:30. You will be directed where to go and asked how many are in your household. Please make enough room in the trunk of your vehicle.
Grief support and confidential conversation will be held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 at the Richland Center Community Center.
Friday, January 30
Friends of Blue River will host a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle competition Friday, January 30, at the Blue River Community Building. Doors will open at 6:00 with the competition beginning at 7:00. Cost is $4 per person or $12 for a team of four. Register in advance to ensure there is a puzzle for your team. Send a message to Friends of Blue River Facebook page or call 608-537-2683.
Richland County Property Owners are reminded that Saturday, January 31, is the final due date for 2025 Real Estate Property Taxes. Taxes are due and payable to your Township, Village, or City Treasurer as addressed on your tax bill during the local municipal treasurer’s collection period thru January 31st. The County Treasurer’s Office “cannot” accept payments for the current 2025 taxes until February 1st. Some municipalities are accepting online payments as an option this year and this list can be found on the Richland County Treasurer’s website.
Saturday, January 31
Community Players’ Trivia Night with Dave Timm will return Saturday, January 31, at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center. The cost will be $30 a for a team of up to six people. Registration will be at the door beginning at 6:15. and the competition will start at 7:00. The Grand Prize will be Championship Hats for the winners proclaiming their victory! Second prizes will include free tickets to the Community Players’ summer show. There will also be door prizes, a 50-50 raffle and a silent auction. All proceeds will be used to help fund future productions by the Community Players of Southwestern Wisconsin. For more information, call or text 608-647-0124.
Sunday, February 1
The Sandy Reetz Memorial 9-Pin Tap Tournament will be held Sunday, February 1, at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center. Shifts will be held at 9:00 and 1:00. The cost to bowl is $15. All proceeds benefit Walk with GRACE.
Monday, February 2
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, February 3
Forget Me Not, an ADRC Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month. For more information call Pam Kul-Berg at 608-548-3954.
Strong Bodies Exercise will be held at Bethel Home Fellowship Hall in Viroqua each Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30 to 3:30. For more information call Vernon County Over 50 at 262-384-0082.
People First Bowling, bowling for people with disabilities, is held each Tuesday from 3:00 to 5:00 at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center. Cost to participate is $2 per game. For more information call The Phoenix Center at 608-649-7469.
Wednesday, February 4
The Richland Center Winter Market is held each Wednesday from Noon to 4:00 at the Richland Center Community & Senior building.
Enjoy an afternoon of Euchre every Wednesday at 1:00 at the old school in Avoca.
The Richland Community Food Pantry is open Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:30.
Hill County Classic Power meets the first Wednesday night of each month at 8:00 at the Phoenix Center in Richland Center.
Thursday, February 5
Vernon County Human Services Department will assist individuals with Power of Attorney for Healthcare documents the first Thursday of each month from 9:00 to Noon at the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Vernon County. To make an appointment call 608-637-5201 or 1-888-637-1323.
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.
Celebrate Recovery -RC meets every Thursday night from 6:00 to 8:00 at the Nazarene Outreach Center in Richland Center. Food is available starting at 5:30. Celebrate Recovery – Richland Center is sponsored by Grace Community Church.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offers a free course to anyone who wants to learn English. The class runs from 7:00 to 8:00 PM every Thursday and from 11:00 until Noon every Saturday at the Church located on Executive Lane in Richland Center. For more information, call (262) 893-3763. (La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días ofrece un curso gratuito a cualquier persona que desee aprender inglés. La clase va de 7:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. todos los jueves y de 11:00 a.m. a 12:00 del mediodía todos los sábados, y se enseña en la Iglesia ubicada en 26220 Executive Lane, Richland Center, justo arriba de la colina detrás de Kentucky Fried Chicken. Simplemente vaya hacia el sur por la autopista 14 hacia Walmart y está en el lado izquierdo (este) de la carretera. Para obtener más información, llame al (262) 893-3763.)
Friday, February 6
Break bread with community members at a free community meal each Friday at 5:30 at the Other Door in Viroqua, Vernon County’s Drop In Center.
Saturday, February 7
Wisconsin Singers, the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s premier Broadway-caliber touring production, will perform at the River Valley High School Old West Gym on Saturday, February 7, at 6:30. Tickets are priced at $15.00 for adults, and $10 for River Valley students and Seniors (65+). Tickets will be available at the door or may be purchased at bit.ly/49LmQpc.
Sunday, February 8
A Sunday Funday Dance will be held Sunday, February 8, from 1:00 to 3:00 at the Richland Center Community Center. The event is free. No experience or partner is needed. All dances will be taught.
Monday, February 9
Welcome To Medicare, a free two hour session will be held Monday, February 9, at 1:00 at the Richland County Health and Human Services building. It is strongly recommended for those coming up on their 65th birthday or looking to retire or for anyone wanting to learn more about Medicare and how it works. Those planning to attend are asked to sign up to participate by calling the ADRC Office as handouts for this interactive program will be prepared in advance for those in attendance.
Thursday, February 12
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.
Saturday, May 2
The Second Annual Quilt Gala to benefit G.R.A.C.E. will be held Saturday, May 2, at the Richland Center Community Center. Doors will open at 4:00 with the auction at 6:00. Cost to attend is $10. For more information or to donate a quilt call Lorna Maxwell at 608-647-4234.
