Wednesday, June 20, 2012

What's Happening in Jefferson County - June 25-30, 2012

June 26 - 30, 2012 - Almost, Maine

Almost MaineTake a journey to the mythical Almost, Maine where love is desired, found and lost. John Cariani creates a world that is sure to capture your heart in its eight short stories. Focusing on what is almost there, couples experience what it is like to live on the edge of uncertainty and discover that love can happen anytime and anywhere. Come experience the whimsy that surrounds the tales from Almost, Maine and recapture the innocence in your heart. Written by John Cariani and directed by Skip Grover.

All shows are at 7:30pm.

General public $12; over 65 $10; under 18 $7.50; UW-Whitewater Students w/ID $4.50. Call 262-472-2222 for tickets, Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. or visit tickets.uww.edu to purchase online.


Whitewater - UW-Whitewater, Hicklin Studio Theatre
800 W. Main St., Greenhill Center of the Arts (262) 472-2222
http://www.uww.edu/cac/theatre/

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June 28 - July 04, 2012 - 4th of July Celebration

Don't miss this multi-day event and the largest 4th of July celebration in the area that includes a carnival, several nights of fireworks, a car show, live music, parade and more!!!


Whitewater (262) 473-8901

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June 29 - July 01, 2012 - Country Pride Celebration Weekend

We will enjoy a three day long Country Pride event starting on Friday and ending late Sunday. This weekend is filled with music on both Saturday and Sunday evenings, eating contests, red/white/blue decorating contests, firecracker bingo, bag toss, plus youth and adult horseshoe tournaments. We have so much planned we couldn't fit everything into two days. Plan to stay through the week because our daylong activities will continue through July 4th!

Fort Atkinson - Jellystone Park (920) 568-4100 http://www.jellystonefort.com


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June 29, 2012 - Palmyra Chamber of Commerce Street Dance

Live Music, Food, Dancing

N. 3rd Street, 6:00 Food; Live Band 7-11 p.m.,

Palmyra - N. Third St. in front of Post Office (262) 495-8316

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June 29, 2012 - Council for the Performing Arts BRAT FRY Fundraiser

The Council for the Performing Arts will be hosting a BRAT FRY Fundraiser from 10:00am to 2:00pm. We will be serving brats and hot dogs with all the trimmings, along with your favorite cold beverage and chips. Large orders can be phoned in in advance so they will be ready for your pickup. Come and enjoy - it's an easy way to support the arts!


Jefferson - Corner of E. Dodge St. and S. Main Street
(in front of Century 21) - (920) 674-2179
http://www.councilfortheperformingarts.org

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June 29 - 30, 2012 - Lake Mills Relay for Life

Luminary service Friday evening, live music, camp out in Commons Park.

Lake Mills - Common's Park (920) 648-3585

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June 29 - July 04, 2012 - July 4th Summer Sale at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets

The July 4th Summer Sale will be held at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets June 29-July 4, Monday-Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 10am-7pm. Shop your favorite stores and enjoy finding savings on the sidewalks and in the stores during this holiday sidewalk sale. Stores will be open until 9pm on July 4th for your shopping convenience.


Johnson Creek - Johnson Creek Premium Outlets
575 W. Linmar Lane - (920) 699-4112
http://www.premiumoutlets.com/johnsoncreek

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June 30, 2012 - Bike & Hike With the Artists

Bike & Hike With the Artists along the Glacial Drumlin Trail/Glacial Heritage Area (GHA) south of Lake Mills. Travel along the trail through Zeloski Marsh, Korth Park and east through town to the bridge over the Crawfish River. Stop and interact with the painters, sculptors and writers who will be working along the trail. Some food and drink will be sold but this is a free event to highlight the natural beauty of the Glacial Heritage Area.

Lake Mills - Glacial Drumlin Trail.


This event involves 10-12 artists from the Arts Alliance of Greater Lake Mills, and they will be set up at stations along the Glacial Drumlin Trail, from the bridge over the Crawfish River near Aztalan State Park, to the old train depot in London. The artists will be engaged in artistic creation inspired by the GHA - painting, wood working, sculpting, etc. - and hikers/bikers along the trail will have the opportunity to stop and interact with them as well as learn about the GHA.

http://www.glacialheritagearea.org

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June 30 - July 01, 2012 - Cambridge Heritage Days

Civil War Re-enactment. 8-10am Pancake Breakfast

10am to 5pm - Free reenactors, displays, presentations, Victorian dancing, concessions, sutlers.

Cambridge - Nikolay Middle School (608) 423-4379
http://www.historic-cambridge.org

Friday, June 15, 2012

Corks and Cars! June 23, 2012

Come and enjoy some of life's finer things - wine and great cars. On June 23, from noon to 6pm, enjoy a great selection of collectible cars and fabulous wines.

Vetro Winery is looking forward to hosting this annual event in their new location in Sanctuary Ridge - 1414 Vino Lane, Jefferson, WI.

  • Free admission!
  • Free wine tasting!
  • Benefits Special Olympics Wisconsin
  • Meet car enthusiasts and stroll through picturesque Sanctuary Ridge
  • NO FEE to enter your car and win a BIG prize
  • Participate in the "Cork Pull" to benefit Special Olympics
  • Delicious food for purchase by Iron Chef winner, Executive Chef Earl Gesling and his famous Pig Roast, featuring specialty foods prepared "Farm to Table" using local, fresh, organic ingredients

For more information, visit the Vetro website at www.vetrowine.com.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

What's Happening in Jefferson County - June 18-24, 2012

June 18, 2012 - Fort Atkinson Community Band Concert

Fort Atkinson Community Band Concert & Ice cream Social.

Ice cream social begins at 6:30 pm, band concert at 7:30 pm. Seating is provided or bring your own lawn chair.

Fort Atkinson - Barrie Park - Fort Atkinson, WI (920) 563-8224 http://www.FortAtkinsonCommunityBand.org

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June 19 - 20, 2012 - Soul'd Out Quartet in Christian Concert

Based in Georgetown, Ohio, Soul'd Out Ministries began as a trio and reformed as a quartet in 2004. They tour full time performing in churches, theaters, festivals, Dollywood, Silver Dollar City and on the main stage at the National Quartet Convention. This group is young, exciting and energetic. Their performances includes hymns to progressive gospel with a good balance of entertainment and ministry that appeals to all ages.

Appearing with Soul'd Out Quartet will be well-known Christian Comedian Aaron Wilburn. Also an award-winning songwriter and a member of the Alabama Music Hall of Fame, his travels with the Gaither Homecoming Tour have made him one of the most beloved humorists in both the Christian and secular entertainment world. Tuesday and Wednesday matinee arrival 10:30am, Tuesday evening arrival 5:00pm.


Fort Atkinson - The Fireside Dinner Theatre
1131 Janesville Avenue (800) 477-9505
http://www.firesidetheatre.com


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June 19, 2012 - Fort Atkinson Cruise Nights - Year 9

Music, food, great old cars and more! 5:30 to 8:30pm.


Fort Atkinson - Jones Park, Janesville Ave.
(Business Hwy 26 South) (920) 563-7501
http://www.kentsbigbar.com

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June 20, 2012 - Lake Mills City Band Concert

Enjoy local musical talent in Commons Park at 7pm. The City Band concerts follows the weekly Farmers' Market - come down for the afternoon and stay for the evening!


Lake Mills (920) 648-3585
http://www.lakemills.org

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June 21, 2012 - Whitewater Concert In The Park - The Dang-Its

The Whitewater Parks and Recreation Department would like toThe Dang Its welcome "The Dang-Its" to Cravath Lakefront Park on Thursday, June 21st at 7pm. There's country, and then there's country. For The Dang-Its, country music means those roots and branches of a vital American genre that rarely make an appearance in the mainstream of popular culture. Honky Tonk, Western Swing, Americana, Folk, Bluegrass, Alt-Country, Singer-Songwriter, Cajun, Country Blues.

Since 1998 The Dang-Its have incorporated these diverse influences, developing their own sound and style through hundreds of performances and two critically acclaimed recordings. This show is suitable for all ages and free of charge.

Whitewater - Cravath Lakefront Park 341 S Fremont Street

(262) 473-0121 - http://www.whitewater-wi.gov

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June 21, 2012 - Third Thursday: a poetry event

Third Thursday is a monthly poetry reading. Each month there will be a featured poet followed by an open mic poetry reading. All poets and poetry lovers are encouraged to attend. Those reading for the open mic do not need to read their own work. The event begins at 6 pm in the FCCU Community Room.


The featured poet for June is Fabu.

Fort Atkinson - Dwight Foster Public Library
209 Merchants Avenue (920) 563-7790
http://www.lorineniedecker.org

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June 21 - 24, 2012 - Town & Country Days

Downtown Commons Park, amusements, entertainment, live music, daily Legion Hamburger Stand "Sliders" and Legion Ladies Auxiliary Pie Stand EVERY DAY! Parade on June 23, starts 10:30am, the Parade line up is on Main Street by the Lake Mills High School and proceeds down Main Street to Prospect Street, where it disbands.

Lake Mills - (920) 648-3585 http://www.lakemills.org

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June 22 - 23, 2012 - Watertown Street Dance

Looking for live music, food, drinks and an all around good time? Plan to head to downtown Watertown for the 2012 Street Dance! More exciting details will be published as the date approaches.


Watertown - N. 1st Street Parking Lot (920) 261-6320

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June 22 - 24, 2012 - Summer Solstice with Greek Games Weekend

We celebrate the summer solstice with Greek games, toga dance, discus, chariot races and much more. You can enjoy all our many activities and become an Olympian in our annual Family Greek games. Whatever activities you choose, we guarantee a good time. Add even more family fun and extend your stay throughout the week as we have daily activities leading into the holiday weekend.


Fort Atkinson - Jellystone Park (920) 568-4100
http://www.jellystonefort.com

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June 23, 2012 - Garden Walk

9am to 3pm. Tour local gardens. Tickets can be purchased at Powers Memorial Library - Rain date is June 24.


Palmyra - Palmyra Area (262) 495-8316

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June 23, 2012 - Rotary Fun Family Float

Put your canoe, kayak or other floatable conveyance in the Rock River at Highway B, Johnson Creek and end in beautiful Rotary Park in Jefferson to enjoy food, beverages, music and fun. Prizes awarded. Preregistration required.


Jefferson - Rotary Park (920) 674-9000
http://www.jeffersonwirotary.com

Monday, June 11, 2012

What's Happening in Jefferson County - June 11-17, 2012

June 13 - August 19, 2012 - Whitewater Paddle Boats

The Whitewater Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce that the concession operation and boat rental at Cravath Lakefront Park will be opening Thursday, June 13th - August 19th The Cravath Lakefront will be a destination this summer you will not want to miss. Paddleboats, kayaks, and fishing poles will all be available to rent along with a concession stand that will offer something for all. Rentals fees for kayaks and/or paddleboats are $3.00 for 30 minutes or $5.00 for 60 minutes.


HOURS:

Wednesdays 3-7pm
Thursdays 3-9 pm

Saturdays & Sundays 2-6 pm


Whitewater - Cravath Lakefront Park 341 S Fremont Street
(262) 473-0121 -
http://www.whitewater-wi.gov

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June 13, 2012 - Jefferson's Concert in Rotary Park

Held at the Rotary Park Pavillion Music provided by The Van Eske's 6:30-8:30pm, food & beverages available 5-8:30pm.

Jefferson - Jefferson's Rotary Park on Gardner Avenue
(920) 674-4511 -
http://www.jeffersonchamberwi.com

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June 14, 2012 - Whitewater Family Fun Night - Dr. Noize

Dr. NoizeThe Parks and Recreation Department would like to welcome Dr. Noize to Cravath Lakefront Stage for the first Family Fun Night of the season! On Thursday, June 14th at 7pm, Doctor Noize will create an interactive show, music, and books that inspire noizy kids and adventurous adults to live lives of character, kindness, good humor, explore music and creativity together. All shows are free of charge and suitable for all ages.

During inclement weather, family fun night will be moved into the Cravath Lakefront Building.

For more information on this event, please feel free to contact Michelle Dujardin at (262) 473-0121or via email at mdujardin@whitewater-wi.gov.

Whitewater - 314 S Fremont Street (262) 473-0121 http://www.whitewater-wi.gov

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June 14 - 17, 2012 - Fort Atkinson Generals Baseball Fest

A Home Talent League tournament spanning 4 days and hosted by the Fort Atkinson Generals Baseball team at Jones Park.


Fort Atkinson - Jones Park (920) 563-4479
http://www.fortgenerals.com

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June 15 - 17, 2012 - Father's Day Race Weekend

This weekend is designed for race lovers. We are off to the races with the Jellyopolis 500, Indy Bingo, Grand Prix Poker Run and the annual Father's Day Pinewood Derby. No matter what the age, we have a race for you! Bring a medium size box for the Jellyopolis 500 and don't forget all your racing decorations for the site and golf cart decorating contest.


Fort Atkinson - Jellystone Park (920) 568-4100 http://www.jellystonefort.com


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June 16, 2012 - Aztalan Racing Short Track

Short Track Racing scheduled for Saturday at the Aztalan Race Track. Race your bike, or come and watch the fun.


Aztalan Racing

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June 16 - 17, 2012 - Watertown Agri-Business Breakfast on the Farm

New Hosts this year are Jim & Shelly Grosenick, at N2126 Trestle Rd, Watertown Wi 53098. All you can eat breakfast with the Gary Beal Band. Also petting zoo, farm and train set ups. 6:00 - 12:00 saturday and 7:00 - 1:00 on Sunday.


Watertown - (920) 988-9734

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June 16, 2012 - Fort Atkinson Half Marathon

Nestled between Chicago, Madison and Milwaukee lies a city with historic sites and Broadway lights. Known for its small town comfort, natural beauty, eclectic shopping and fine dining, Fort Atkinson hosts a certified half marathon that navigates its historic city. The half marathon runs past a riverwalk, live farmer's market and a vintage downtown like no other. All speeds are welcome to participate in this beautiful course and enjoy Fort Atkinson this summer.

Fort Atkinson - Starts at Jones Park (920) 563-3210 http://www.forthalf.org

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June 16, 2012 - Hours at John Muir, Mountain Bike Race

Annual 12 Hours at John Muir returns this year to the Southern Kettle Moraine Trails. Challenge yourself with 3, 6 and 12 hour bike relay events that raise funds to develop and maintain trails.


Whitewater - Race begins near Shelter Bldg. North of Hwy 12 on Hwy H.

(262) 366-8470 -
http://www.wemseries.com

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June 17, 2012 - Watertown Outdoor Art Festival

Outdoor Arts Festival Sponsored by the Watertown Arts Council.


Watertown - Riverside Park (920) 261-6320

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June 17, 2012 - Fathers Day Fly-In Breakfast & Craft Fair

7am until food runs out for breakfast (about 1pm). Watch the planes fly. Plane and helicopter rides available. Performance by the Palmyra Eagle Community band at 10am.

Palmyra - Palmyra Airport Hwy 106 (262) 495-4605

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June 17, 2012 - Battle of CamRock

Capital Off-Road Pathfinders has worked for years to build CamRock Park into one of the hidden gems of mountain biking in WI and the country. Battle of CamRock is a race that enthusiasts look forward to every year.

The trail system at CamRock is a blend of wide and fast flowing single-track that runs through open fields of prairie grass, wooded single-track with bermed turns, and more technical single-track with a touch of roots and rocks. The Battle of CamRock's course contains some great downhill sections that will have you begging for another lap.

Check it out!

Cambridge - Cam-Rock Park (608) 301-5258

http://www.madcitydirt.com/

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June 17 - Ride the Rock - Bicycling for Literacy

Join the Jefferson County Literacy Council for its annual RIDE THE ROCK-BICYCLING FOR LITERACY on June 17 at Jones Park in Fort Atkinson. There are 11, 20, 40 and 60-mile rides offered and a 60-mile race. Registration opens at 6:45 AM. All proceeds benefit JCLC in order to fund free instruction to adults in basic literacy and pre-GED skills, English as a second language, computer literacy and citizenship instruction, as well as three family programs. Ride the Rock is a fantastic way to give back to the community and spend time with family and friends while promoting wellness and literacy education.


Fort Atkinson - Jones Park (920) 675-0500
http://www.ridetherock.us

Monday, June 4, 2012

What's Happening in Jefferson County - June 4-10

June 06, 2012 - Jefferson's Concert in Rotary Park

Music provided by EP&F along with food and beverages from 6:30-8:30pm.

Jefferson - Jefferson's Rotary Park Pavillion (920) 674-4511 http://www.jeffersonchamberwi.com

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June 6, 2012 - Death by Chocolate Contest

Our annual Death by Chocolate contest at the Wednesday Farmers' Market is always a favorite. Bring your best chocolate recipe and you could win bragging rights and a ribbon! Or just bring your wallet and bid on the mouth-watering chocolate goodies that you will just have to have.


Lake Mills - Commons Park - downtown Lake Mills (920) 648-6721
Legendary Lake Mills - click on June 6 on the calendar to download the entry form and find more information.

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June 06, 2012 - Lake Mills City Band Concert

Enjoy an evening of wonderful local talent in Common's Park at 7pm, in the event of rain the concert will be held in the Community Center.

Lake Mills - Common's Park (920) 648-3585

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June 08 - 10, 2012 - Wild, Wild West Weekend and Salsa Competition

Take a step back in time to the Old West and enjoy a weekend of horse races, bean spitting, poker runs, horseshoe tourney, barrel racing, bingo, water gun draw, and Hey! Hey! Rides. Wear your cowboy or cowgirl hat and boots in our Best Dressed Western Wear contest. Don't forget to pack the heat as we host our annual Salsa Competition. Grab your partner for a boot stompin' good time.

Fort Atkinson - Jellystone Park (920) 568-4100 http://www.jellystonefort.com


June 08 - 09, 2012 - Chicago Ragnar Relay

This is the Madison-Chicago Relay.

For more information, contact 801-641-0232.


Jefferson -(801) 641-0232 - http://www.Jeffersonchamberwi.com



June 08 - 10, 2012 - Lake Tour Bike Trek

Join cyclists of all levels for the 26th Annual Lake Tour Bike Trek. Challenge yourself to ride 50 miles each day for a new cycling experience, a personal achievement or to honor a loved one affected by lung disease. Whatever your reason, your ride will make a difference in the Fight for Air!



June 09, 2012 - Trek 100 Bike Ride

The 23rd Annual Trek 100, title sponsored by Trek Bicycles,Trek 100 2012 begins and ends at Trek's HQ in Waterloo. Ride 100, 62, 36 or 19 miles. Rest stops, packed with high energy snacks and refreshments, are located every 7-12 miles. $45 entry fee + $1 per mile fundraising benefits the MACC Fund which raises money for childhood cancer research and related blood disorders.


Waterloo - Trek Bicycles Headquarters 801 W. Madison St.
(414) 955-5830 -
http://www.trek100.org


June 09 - 10, 2012 - Aztalan Racing Motocross

Motocross Racing scheduled for Saturday and Sunday at the Aztalan Race Track. Race your bike, or come and watch the fun.


Aztalan Racing

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June 09 - 10, 2012 - Cambridge Pottery Festival & U.S. Pottery Games

Come watch world famous potters compete against each other. Walk through the many pottery vendors. Bring the kids to try their hand at throwing pots.


Cambridge - Lake Ripley Park (608) 423-3780
http://www.cambridgepotteryfestival.org