Monday, October 25, 2010

Halloween Happenings in Jefferson County!


This is Halloween Week, and you will find lots of trick-or-treat offerings in our great Jefferson County Communities.

Starting on Wednesday, October 27, Lake Mills will have their annual Witches' Night Out. Kids can trick-or-treat in downtown Lake Mills from 4-6pm. Shop owners, often attired in their own costumes, will greet the children with candy and treats and fun galore. Best costume and loudest scream contest, along with haunted Lake Mills happenings at dusk. Be sure to stop at the last Farmers' Market of the season, and don't pass up this opportunity to purchase "Legendary Ghost Stories of Lake Mills" - the new book just published by the Lake Mills Main Street Program!
(920) 648-3585 - Witches' Night Out



Trick-or-Treat Schedule for October 31:


Jefferson Halloween Trick or Treat - October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat from 2-5pm in Jefferson.
(920) 674-4511

Lake Mills Halloween Trick or Treat - October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat from 6-8pm in Lake Mills.
(920) 648-3585

Whitewater Halloween Trick or Treat - October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat from 4-7pm in Whitewater.
(920) 261-5185

Johnson Creek Halloween Trick or Treat - October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat at the Johnson Creek Premium Outlet mall. Call (920) 699-4111 for hours.

Palmyra Halloween Parade and Trick or Treating
October 31, 2010
Set up your chairs early in front of the fire hall and watch the Halloween parade that starts at 3:30pm. Trick or Treat follows the parade until 6:30pm. (262) 495-8316

Sunday, October 24, 2010

Jefferson County Events - October 25-31, 2010

Witches' Night Out - October 27, 2010
Have your kids trick or treat in downtown Lake Mills from 4pm - 6pm where the shop owners will welcome them with treats and costumes and fun galore. Best costume and loudest scream contest, along with haunted Lake Mills happenings at dusk.
(920) 648-3585 - Witches' Night Out

Deer Camp - The Musical - October 29, 2010
Take four good buddies and mix in plenty of cold beer, songs and a hunting shack up north - and the only things safe in the woods are the deer! Enjoy this merry evening of song and woodsy comaraderie at the Young Auditorium in Whitewater.
(262) 472-2222 - Young Auditorium - Deer Camp

Bearing Witness Photo Exhibit - October 30 - December 31, 2010
The Bearing Witness photo exhibit moves to the Luella Hoard Gallery in Fort Atkinson.
(920) 563-7769 - Bearing Witness Photo Exhibit

Jefferson Halloween Trick or Treat - October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat from 2-5pm in Jefferson.
(920) 674-4511

Lake Mills Halloween Trick or Treat - October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat from 6-9pm in Lake Mills.
(920) 648-3585

Whitewater Halloween Trick or Treat - October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat from 4-7pm in Whitewater.
(920) 261-5185

Johnson Creek Halloween Trick or Treat - October 31, 2010
Trick or Treat at the Johnson Creek Premium Outlet mall. Call (920) 699-4111 for hours.

Palmyra Halloween Parade and Trick or Treating
October 31, 2010

Set up your chairs early in front of the fire hall and watch the Halloween parade that starts at 3:30pm. Trick or Treat follows the parade until 6:30pm.
(262) 495-8316

Monday, October 18, 2010

Jefferson County Events - October 18-24, 2010

The Laramie Project - October 18, 2010
This performance chronicles life in the small town of Laramie, WY in the year after the tragic death of Matthew Shepard. Spend a powerful evening at the Young Auditorium in Whitewater and see the play that HBO turned into a recent movie.
(262) 472-2222 - Young Auditorium - The Laramie Project

The Laramie Project: 10 Years Later, an Epilogue - October 19, 2010
Follow the start of the Laramie Project to a review of the town ten years later at the Young Auditorium in Whitewater. Has the town changed as a result of Shepard's murder? Prepare for an emotional evening.
(262) 472-2222 - Young Auditorium - The Laramie Project: Epilogue

Mike Super - Magic & Illusion - October 23, 2010
See the winner of NBC's hit TV show "Phenomenon" live at the Young Auditorium in Whitewater!
(262) 472-2222 - Young Auditorium - Mike Super

Earth, Wood and Fire Local Artist Tour - October 23-24, 2010
Discover remarkable artists and craftspeople, featuring a new and dazzling array of exceptional pottery, painting, photography, woodwork, jewelry and fiber arts. Presented in artist's studios, allowing you one-on-one opportunities to meet the artist on a stunning 50 mile rural route of your choosing. For routes and artists, please view the website.
(920) 568-0333 - Earth, Wood and Fire Tour


Rotary Beer Festival - October 23, 2010
Attend the 3rd annual Rotary Beer Festival at Windwood of Watertown and enjoy over 50 varieties of beer and food pairings.

(920) 261-5185 - Rotary Beer Festival and Windwood of Watertown

Monday, October 11, 2010

Jefferson County Events - October 11-17, 2010

Fashion Walkabout - October 14, 2010
The Garment Shop is Cambridge is sponsoring live fashion modeling at local restaurants during the lunch hour. The Garment Shop - 125 West Main Street - Cambridge
(608) 423-3740

Indoor Vintage & Antique Snowmobile Show; Outdoor Vintage Grass Drags and Swap Meet - October 16, 2010
Sponsored by the Jefferson County Snowmobile Alliance as a fundraiser to help maintain area snowmobile trails, this 9th annual event is a hit for families who love outdoor winter sports. See additional details on the website. Event held at the Jefferson County Fair Park in Jefferson.
(920) 699-8037 - Jefferson County Snowmobile Alliance

Jefferson County Fall Family Expo - October 16, 2010
Fun for the entire family at the Jefferson County Fair Park in Jefferson. Craft fair, health vendors, educational seminars and activities. Sponsored by Jefferson County Living.
(920) 674-2672

Fort Wine & Stein - October 16, 2010
Come to Velvet Lips in Fort Atkinson for the 2nd annual premier wine and craft beer tasting.
(920) 563-3210 - Fort Wine & Stein

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

Art Tours on Colorful Jefferson County Roads in October

Art lovers will be drawn to two popular events this fall - the Kettle Moraine Studio Tour on October 9-10, and the Earth, Wood and Fire Local Artist Tour on October 23-24. Enjoy scenic Wisconsin drives to visit talented artists both weekends. Locations and artists can be found on both websites.

Monday, October 4, 2010

Jefferson County Events - October 4-10, 2010

Alpin Hong - October 5, 2010
Be sure to reserve your ticket to see one of the most skilled piano players of our time at the Young Auditorium in Whitewater. Alpin Hong combines stunning technique, emotional range and rare humor to his performances.
(262) 472-2222 - Young Auditorium - Alpin Hong


Columbus Day Sale - October 8-11, 2010
Enjoy great sales on the long Columbus Day weekend at the Johnson Creek Premium Outlets.
(920) 699-4112 - Johnson Creek Premium Outlets

Fright Fest Halloween & Columbus Day Weekend
October 8-11, 2010

This is the last camping weekend of the season at Jelly Stone Park in Fort Atkinson, and it's a doozy! Scarecrows, vampires and werewolves take over the park. Spooky adventure movies for the children, costume contests and a Monster Mash dance make this a weekend you won't forget!
(920) 568-4100 - Jellystone Park of Fort Atkinson

The Piano Men - October 9, 2010
The Piano Men is a musical celebration of the greatest hits from Elton John & Billy Joel.
(262) 472-2222 - Young Auditorium - The Piano Men


Kettle Moraine Studio Tour - October 9-10, 2010
Tour several artisans in and around Palmyra.
(262) 495-8003 - Kettle Moraine Studio Tour

Barktoberfest - October 10, 2010
Have a howling good time at the 4th annual Barktoberfest at Veteran's Park in Cambridge. Demos, vendors, costume competitions and trick contests with awards and prizes. And don't forget "Yappy Hour!"
(608) 445-0755 - Barktoberfest