Tuesday, July 31, 2012

What's Happening in Jefferson County - August 1-5, 2012



August 01, 2012 - Concert in Rotary Park  

Music provided by "Pickin Up Speed" from 6:30-8:30pm.  
Food & beverages available 5-8:30pm

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


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August 01, 2012 - Lake Mills City Band Concert  

Enjoy local musical talent in Commons Park at 7pm.

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


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August 01 - 31, 2012 - 2nd Annual Fran Achen Photography Show
   
Whitewater - Cultural Arts Center, 402 W. Main St. (262) 472-0204 

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August 02, 2012 - Whitewater Concert In The Park-Bell Cats  

Presented by the Whitewater Seniors In The Park, 7pm. This show is suitable for all ages and free of charge.

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


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August 02 - 06, 2012 - The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets  

The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets will be held August 2-6, Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.  

Go back to school in style, enjoy the preview of fall colors and find extraordinary savings as over 60 retailers are ready to welcome you. The Children's Place Outlet, Columbia Sportswear, Gap Outlet, Gymboree, PacSun, Under Armour and Zumiez.

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


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August 02 - 05, 2012 - Act10 Ride  

Act 10ACT 10 is the annual AIDS Network Cycles Together, the Wisconsin AIDS bike ride, to raise funds and awareness for AIDS Network. Our goals are to provide a ride that is a substantial challenge for all levels of riders, but is at the same time fun and safe. Educate the community, raise awareness, and teach tolerance about HIV/AIDS. And finally, raise the highest possible return to AIDS Network. ACT 5 covers four days and 300 miles on a bike. The riders are 100% supported before and during the ride.

Whitewater - Cultural Arts Center, 402 W. Main St.  
(608) 252-6540 ext 30 - http://www.actride.org  


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August 03 - 04, 2012 - Utica Festival

It's the best party in the country with softball, baseball, horse pulls, tractor pulls, live music, and more!

Cambridge - Utica Community Association Park (608) 764-8480 http://www.uticapark.org/festival.html   

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August 03 - 05, 2012 - Cowalunga Bike Tour  

Early every August, several hundred cyclists begin the three-day CowaLUNGa bike tour to help raise funds for the American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago (ALAMC). The tour begins at the Gurnee Mills Shopping Mall in Illinois and travels up into Wisconsin with overnight stops in William's Bay and Whitewater. Each day of the tour is about 60-70 miles of fun road cycling covering a total of 190 miles by the end of day three. This event is not a race but a well supported leisurely ride on safe, scenic roads with limited traffic. There are plenty of rest stops along the way as well as a choice of indoor or outdoor accommodations each night. Fundraising dollars help the ALAMC in their continued fight against lung disease.

Whitewater (312) 243-2000 -  http://www.cowalunga.com   
   
Cowalunga   

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August 03 - 04, 2012 - Maxwell Street Days and the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale

The best and biggest bargains of the year in Cambridge. Enjoy all the bargains at the sidewalk sales on Main Street. Great bargains on a large selection of used books at The Amundson Center, lower level, 200 Spring Street.

Cambridge - Downtown (608) 423-3780 - http://www.cambridgewi.net 

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August 03 - 05, 2012 - Luau Weekend
Back by popular demand, Luau weekend returns with hula skirt making, luauhula lessons, sand volleyball tournament, hula hoop contest, site and golf cart decorating contests and lots of wet fun. The evening ends with our annual luau dance and limbo contest. Dress code is Hawaiian casual so don't forget the grass skirts, coconut bras, leis and those beautiful shirts. This is one weekend you don't want to miss. 

Fort Atkinson - Jellystone Park (920) 568-4100 -

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August 05, 2012 - Octagon House Ice Cream Social

2:00-4:00pm  
The Civil War Band can be heard as you enjoy a relaxing afternoon with ice cream and other goodies while touring the historic Octagon House and beautiful grounds where you can also see the first Kindergarten in the U.S.

Watertown - 919 Charles Street (920) 261-2796  http://www.watertownhistory.org 
   

Sunday, July 22, 2012

What's Happening in Jefferson County - July 22-31, 2012

July 27 - 28, 2012 - Carnival Days

Fort Atkinson retail merchants take to the streets with the biggest bargains and hottest deals of the summer during this annual sidewalk sale. Bring the whole family for two days of fun and enjoy lunch at the Chamber Brat Stand or treats at the popcorn wagon. On Saturday, Live music and Zappo the Clown will entertain you while you shop at the Farmers Market or stroll the Arts Walk. There will also be a Petting Zoo, Bouncy House, and Art Activities for the kids!

Fort Atkinson (920) 563-3210 - http://www.fortchamber.com

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July 27 - 28, 2012 - Cambridge Umbrella Daze & Lake Ripley Bike Ride

Umbrella DazeA festival of community spirit opening Friday Night with local award winning band: Madison County. Saturday all day food, volleyball & basketball tournaments, live music, etc. Friday 4pm-12am and Sat. 8am-6pm

Saturday 8am is the Lake Ripley Ride featuring three distances: a family friendly 22-mile (mostly flat) route, a longer and slightly hilly 40-mile route, and a more challenging 62-mile metric century route. Registration fee required.

Cambridge - http://www.cambridgewi.net

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July 27, 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 St.

(in front of Century 21) - (920) 674-2179 http://www.councilfortheperformingarts.org

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July 27 - 29, 2012 - Gilbert Brown Event and Under the Sea Adventure Weekend

Our under the sea adventure will be filled with wet games, water wars, wet Hey! Hey! Ride, wet poker run, fishing derby, crafts and great music. For more added fun, stay with us all week as we continue with daily activities that include hula lessons you can use next weekend. Join us on Saturday while we spend time with former Super Bowl champion, Gilbert Brown, and raise money for youth programs.


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

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July 28, 2012 - Big Boy Rummage Sale

Lots of Big Boy rummage sale items, bake sale and quilt raffle, proceeds to support the Leukemia Foundation.

Palmyra - N795 Tamarack Road (The Poulson Farm)
(262) 495-2439

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July 28, 2012 - Maxwell St. Days

Large sidewalk sale event celebrating downtown Whitewater. (Always last Saturday in July)

Whitewater (262) 473-4005 http://www.whitewaterchamber.com

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July 28, 2012 - 3rd Annual Crossroads Cruz-In - Johnson Creek

Road Rally, Classic cars, Burn out,Horseshoe tournament,Kiddies Tractor Pull, Kid's games, just to name a few. Music by Southbound from 8pm-midnight and ongoing food, refreshments and fun for the entire family.

Johnson Creek - Centennial Park, 620 Midge Street
(920) 699-4949 -
http://www.johnsoncreekchamber.com

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July 30, 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 (920) 563-8224 http://www.FortAtkinsonCommunityBand.org

Monday, July 16, 2012

What's Happening in Jefferson County - July 16-22, 2012

July 16, 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 (920) 563-8224 http://www.FortAtkinsonCommunityBand.org

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July 17, 2012 - Fort Atkinson Cruise Nights - Year 9

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


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

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July 17 - 22, 2012 - UW-Whitewater Summeround Musical

Directed by Jim Butchart

Music Direction by Liz Elliott

July 17 - 21 at 7:30 pm

July 22 at 2:00 pm

Hicklin Studio Theatre

Whether you are single, married, dating, divorced or just crushing on someone - this is the show for you. It is a look into multiple couples' lives as they struggle through the trials of dating, mating and marriage. The story is told through short scenes and songs such as, "I'll Call You Soon (Yeah, Right)" and "The Lasagna Incident". Join us for a modern musical filled with catchy songs and situations about love and accommodations to change within realistic and witty relationships.

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http://www.uww.edu/cac/theatre/

Tickets:

General Public $12

Over 65 $10

Under 18 $7.50

UW-Whitewater student w/ID $4.50

Monday - Friday 9:30 am to 4:00 pm

By phone: 262-472-2222

In person: Greenhill Center Box Office

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July 18, 2012 - Lake Mills City Band Concert

Enjoy local musical talent in Commons Park at 7pm.


Lake Mills - Common's Park (920) 648-3585 http://www.lakemills.org

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July 18, 2012 - Concert In Rotary Park-Jefferson

Music provided from 6:30-8:30pm by Andrea and the Mods.
Food & beverages available 5-8:30pm.

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

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July 19, 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 July featured poet will be Tom Hibbard.

Fort Atkinson - Dwight Foster Public Library

209 Merchants Avenue (920) 563-7790 http://www.fortlibrary.org_

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July 19, 2012 - Whitewater Concert In The Park- Fort Community Band

Presented by the Whitewater Parks & Recreation Department, 7pm. This show is suitable for all ages and free of charge.

Whitewater - Cravath Lakefront Park 341 S. Fremont St.

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

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July 19 - 21, 2012 - Maxwell Street Days

9am - 5pm each day

Find deals and specials in many downtown businesses.

Watertown - Downtown (920) 261-6320

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July 20 - 21, 2012 - Tomorrow's Hope Annual Walk Fest

Tomorrow's Hope funds a variety of preventive research and treatment related projects for people touched by cancer, diabetes, heart, kidney disease, and Nieman-Pick Disease

Jefferson - Jefferson County Fair Park (920) 674-8967 http://www.tomorrowshope.org

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July 20 - 22, 2012 - Christmas in July Weekend

Baby, it's hot outside! So we are turning Jellystone Park into a winter wonderland. There are many cold activities planned including a snowball fight. Santa is sure to stop by for a visit. Don't forget about our site and golf cart decorating contest to win a free weekend stay at our Park.


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

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July 20, 2012 - Cambridge Concert in Veterans Park

Music provided by Greg Boerner: blues, folk, country. From 6:30-8:30. This is perfect for listening, picnicking and just enjoying summer. Families are welcome.


Cambridge - downtown Veterans Park (608) 423-2107
http://www.ci.cambridge.wi.us

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July 21, 2012 - Lion's Club Chicken BBQ and Pie Sale

10am - great food and fun. Softball tournaments, pie sale, raffles.

Palmyra - 955 Eighth St. Village Park (262) 495-8137

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July 21, 2012 - Lake Mills Arts FestivalLMAF

This annual arts festival just gets bigger and better every year. We hear from returning vendors that this is their favorite summer show. Held in beautiful Commons Park in downtown Lake Mills, enjoy a full day of juried artists, great food and music.

Lake Mills - Commons Park - downtown Lake Mills

(920) 648-6721 - http://www.lakemillsartsfestival.com

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July 22, 2012 - Old Settler's Day Picnic

Arrive at noon, event starts at 1pm.
Honors one of Palmyra's Old Settlers.

Palmyra - 955 Eighth St. Village Park - (262) 495-2701

Monday, July 9, 2012

What's Happening in Jefferson County - July 9-15, 2012

July 11 - 15, 2012 - Jefferson County Fair

Go to their website to see all daily schedules; see article above.

Jefferson - 503 N. Jackson (920) 674-7148 http://www.jeffersoncountyfairpark.com

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July 11, 2012 - Pie Contest

Part of the Farmers' Market, this annual and very popular event isPie a pie lover's delight! Bake your pies and bring them in to be judged - prizes, ribbons and lots of bragging rights are yours if you win! And be sure to bring your wallet, because the bidding is fast and furious to own those pies and take them home!

Lake Mills - Commons Park - downtown Lake Mills

(920) 648-6721

http://www.legendarylakemills.com/events/pie-baking-contest/

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July 12 - August 12, 2012 - THE ROCK & THE RABBI

Rock and the RabbiThe story of a fisherman and a teacher was never told like this. For those who have seen THE WITNESSES, DAVID, and THE CHILD here is a chance to see the show that started it all. Back by popular demand, The Fireside is proud to present THE ROCK AND THE RABBI. Original contemporary music sets the stage as Simon, a simple fisherman, draws audiences of all ages into his story. See how he becomes Peter, the "Rock" and begins his journey with Jesus, the "Rabbi" from the Sea of Galilee, to the agony of the cross, to the Miracle of the Ages. Combined with explosive percussion and masterful storytelling THE ROCK AND THE RABBI is a truly inspirational musical experience. Wed, Thurs, Sat, Sun matinees arrive 10:30 a.m., Thurs eve arrive 5:15 p.m. Sat eve arrive 4:45 p.m., Sun midday arrive 2:30 p.m.


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

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July 12, 2012 - Whitewater Family Fun Night- Big Rig Gig

The Parks and Recreation Department would like to invite all ages to this year's Big Rig Gig & Big Bounce at the Cravath Lakefront Park on Thursday, July 12th starting at 5:30pm. From 5:30pm- 7:00pm, the park will be filled with snowplows, loaders, dump trucks, and hard hat decorating stations. Bouncy houses will available 5:30pm-8:00pm for endless free jumping.


In the event of severe weather, this event will be canceled. For more information on this event, please feel free to contact Michelle Dujardin at (262) 473-0121 or via email at mdujardin@whitewater-wi.gov.

Whitewater - Cravath Lakefront Park 341 S Fremont Street

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

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July 13, 2012 - Relay For Life

6pm

Whitewater - Whitewater High School, 534 S. Elizabeth St.

(608) 848-7230 - http://www.relayforlife.org




July 13 - 15, 2012 - Test Your Luck Weekend

Test your luck at the many games we have planned for this weekend and win lots of prizes. Among the events there will be: a dart tournament, casino night, dice games, horse races, capture the cash, bingo and a game show challenge. Are you feeling lucky?


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


July 14, 2012 - Cambridge Area EMS Cannonball Run

Choose from a 1 mile, 5K or 10K run around the scenic North side of Lake Ripley. Contact Jim or register online at www.active.com

Cambridge - Lake Ripley Park (608) 423-3511 http://www.cambridgewi.net


July 14, 2012 - Messy FestChoc slip and slide

Wear old clothes, because this event is going to be messy! Kids, everything you may not be able to do at home, you can do here! Paint with your feet, mud cups, chocolate slip n slide, and more.

Pre-registration is appreciated for supply purchase. Please bring a non-perishable food donation for the Whitewater Food Pantry for admission. Rain Date; July 21st 10am-Noon

Whitewater - Cravath Lakefront Park 341 S. Fremont St.

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


July 14, 2012 - Concert In The Park

Avengers Assemble, 7pm.

Whitewater - Cravath Lakefront 314 S. Freemont St.

(262) 473-0121