Looking for an affordable Memorial Day Weekend Attraction? Visit the 20th Annual Fort Koshkonong Rendezvous at Rock River Park in Fort Atkinson, WI. Take a step back in time and see how life was in the 1840's. This year's theme is "Olde Ways" activities include;Pioneer demonstrations, exhibitions, black powder shooting, children's interactive area with "old way" chores, free horse-drawn carriage rides and much more. Saturday May 25, 9am-5pm Sunday May 26, 9am-4pm Adult $4 Children $2 (4 & Under Free) For more information visit www.fortchamber.com
6/1 - Bluegrass in the Barn
A grand bluegrass family event featuring 5 member bands of the Southern Wisconsin Bluegrass Association. Musicians, bring your instrument for an open jam from 12-1pm. Pot luck. Bring your own drinks and a lawn chair. Doors open at 11:30 am. Suggested donation: $5.00. 1613 Slinde Rd., Stoughton.
6/1 - 7/31 - UCP Days 2013
UCP Days is a public awareness and fundraising campaign held throughout June and July. This year businesses can choose to participate in our UCP Days Lunch Event or take their own ideas and create an internal company fundraiser for UCP. Lunch Event – Choose from select dates in June and July for your company to participate and order lunch from the menu UCP provides featuring a local restaurant. Collect $10 from each person who orders lunch and sit back and relax while the UCP staff delivers your lunches to you. Coffee and Bagels Event – Choose from select dates in June and July for your company to have your breakfast delivered to you. Collect $7 from each person who orders coffee and breakfast and sit back and relax while the UCP staff brightens your morning. Company Activities – Staff events in which companies hold internal fundraisers including casual days, golf tournaments, competitions, cookouts, bake sales or other events. For more information about UCP Days events or to find out how you can get involved, please contact Alicia Acker at aliciaacker@ucpdane.org or 608-237-8541.
6/7 - Relay for Life of Baraboo
Fundraiser for American Cancer Society, where participants and the public honor those who have survived cancer and remember those we've lost. The event features a survivor and caregiver lap, luminaria ceremony, along with a fun circus theme, food and drink for sale, games, etc. For more info., visit relayforlife.org/baraboowi
6/8 - Old Time Barn Dance
Fiddles, banjos and dancin' shoes!! CADDIE WOODLAWN COMMUNITY BARN DANCE fundraiser Saturday, June 8, 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. at the Deerfield Rod & Gun Club Hall, just north of Deerfield on Hwy. BB. Live music and calling by Rattletrap String Band from Madison. Rattletrap has been hosting barn dances in the Madison area for over 25 years. All dances are taught - no experience necessary. All ages are welcome. Snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. All proceeds go to benefit First Wing Family Theatre's production of "Caddie Woodlawn", June 28-29 in Lake Mills, WI Suggested donation: $5 or $25 family. For more info, contact 608-764-5267 or firstwingfamilytheatre@gmail.com
6/11 - Moving Forward - Is deep brain stimulation for me?
Medications are not helping and quality of life is diminishing. What kind of treatment might be helpful? A panel of DBS patients will share their personal experience with deep brain stimulation surgery and answer questions from the audience. Presenter: Nancy Ninman, NP, UWHC Movement Disorders Clinic.
Crowne Plaza Hotel, 4402 East Washington Avenue, Odana Room I. For more info., visit http://www.uwhealth.org/neurology/madison-wisconsin/12214
6/13-6/16: Cottage Grove Firemens Fest
4 day fest,Live Music all weekend. Hot to Trott Run Sat 8:00am ,Sat 11:00 Parade, Smokin Hot BBQ Contest Sat afternoon, Rodeo Sat 2:00 and Sun 4:00. For a full list of events, visit http://www.cottagegrovefire.org/Festival.htm
6/27 - Fired Up Pottery and Glass Fundraiser
Support UCP by painting an item or purchasing a gift certificate on Thursday, June 27th. Fired Up will then donate 30% of the sales on June 27th to UCP’s programs and services. For more information please contact Alicia Acker at 608-237-8541 or aliciaacker@ucpdane.org.
7/5 - Merrimac Fireworks
Fireworks display presented by Merrimac Fire & Rescue. Gates open at 5:00 pm and fireworks start at dusk. $3.00 per carload donation is requested. Rain date on July 7. www.merrimacfireandrescue.com
7/7 - Art Fair In The Park
50th annual Art Fair in the park 10:00-3:00 Saturday July 7th, 2013. Event is held at Haberman Park in Lodi, and admission is free!
7/13 - 129th Annual Stoughton Firefighters Dance
Your Stoughton Volunteer Firefighters are excited to announce the 129th Annual Stoughton Firefighters Dance. This year, our volunteer members are sponsoring the Annual Dance, a Raffle, Kids Zone, Kids Pedal Tractor Pull, Cruise Night, and a Donation Campaign, to fundraise monies to purchase needed firefighting equipment. This year’s dance will be held on July 13th, 2013 at Mandt Park & Community Center and will feature the award winning band “Little Vito & the Torpedoes” 8:00PM to Midnight.
7/13- Amy L. Taylor Benefit
Family, friends, and loved ones will be holding a benefit on July 13th, 2013 at the VFW Post 8483, 5737 County Trunk CV, Madison, WI from 2pm-7pm. The benefit will host a local DJ, live entertainment, and a pig roast. Also featured will be auctions, a 50/50 raffle, and a "spin to win wheel".
Tri 4 Schools Middleton is at the Bauman Aquatic Center.
7/18 - Madison Mallards Outing with UCP
Support UCP by purchasing your Mallards ticket for $10 and attend the game against the Green Bay Bullfrogs on Thursday, July 18th. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.ucpdane.org or contact Alicia Acker at 608-237-8541.
