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Q&A REGARDING POOL REFERENDUM QUESTION

REFERENDUM

Although the results of the community survey indicated strong support for an outdoor aquatic facility and a willingness to incur a tax increase for its construction, the City felt that the next step should be to hold an advisory referendum. On December 10th, the Common Council approved by a unanimous vote to add the following referendum question to the ballot for the April 2025 election:

“Should the City of Platteville borrow up to $6.9 million for the construction of a replacement aquatic center?”

Information Sessions

Pool information and engagement sessions are expected to take place in March. Please continue to watch the city website and social media platforms for upcoming details.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

As the Platteville Aquatic Creation Subcommittee (PARS) has continued to work to develop a plan that meets the community’s needs and desires for aquatic recreation, a number of questions have arisen. Answers to these questions as well as additional information can be found at the website www.plattevillepoolsurvey.com.

1. What caused the Platteville Family Aquatic Center (PFAC) to be unusable? In October 2024, a geotechnical survey was conducted by Chosen Valley Testing (CVT) which attributed the failure of the existing structure to construction methods that were used during the 1992 project and possibly the failure to remove certain sections of the subsurface and replace them with the appropriate type of fill.

Pool Facts

Age: The pool was constructed in 1996.

Leaks: Water usage data show increases starting in 2014. In the fall of 2022 and spring of 2023 all the grates were removed and broken pipes and cracks within the gutter and pool walls were repaired.

Pool Failure: In the spring of 2024, while City staff were filling the pool, the shallow portion of the pool settled over 2 inches overnight. The abrupt settlement broke pipes and caused major concrete fractures within the gutter grates, pool floors and walls.

2. Can the pool be repaired without complete replacement? It is impractical to repair the pool with the current subsoil conditions. Through conversations with engineers and construction industry professionals, it was a consensus that any repair conducted that excludes additional work on the subsoil would have a high probability of future settlement and structural failure.

3. Why are we not considering a YMCA? The committee evaluated the option of a YMCA but decided it wasn’t the best fit for Platteville’s specific needs. YMCA facilities are typically multi-purpose and may not meet the dedicated aquatic recreation and community gathering functions that a public pool provides. Additionally, establishing a YMCA involves unique funding and operational requirements that differ from those for a public aquatic center, making this option less viable for our goals.

4. Why is the committee not recommending an indoor pool? The committee’s recommendation for an outdoor pool is based on multiple factors:

Community Preference: Survey responses show that 92% of respondents agree that Platteville needs an outdoor aquatic center.

Desired Features: Residents favored outdoor features like water slides (83%) and a zero-depth entrance (74%).

Cost: An indoor facility would cost significantly more than an outdoor pool and require year-round staffing and maintenance, which could place a financial burden on the community.

Existing Facilities: UW-Platteville already offers an indoor pool, which sees limited attendance in the summer and has struggled to attract lifeguards. These factors make an outdoor pool a more feasible and community-aligned choice.

5. Why not just build a splash pad? A splash pad alone doesn’t fully meet the community’s aquatic needs. While splash pads are great for younger children, a full pool offers more diverse activities, such as lap swimming, water slides, and spaces for families to gather. Survey results indicated a preference for a broader range of features, which a splash pad alone would not provide.

6. What is the recommended location for the new pool and how did we decide on that location? After careful evaluation, the recommended location for the new pool is the current site of the PFAC. The subcommittee assessed five other potential locations; however, the current site emerged as the best choice due to its central location, accessibility to parks and schools, and the reduced need for modifications compared to other sites. Other sites posed challenges such as elevation issues, parking limitations, and the loss of existing recreational spaces. Results of the Geotechnical survey conducted in October 2024 indicated that the current site would accommodate a new aquatic center.

7. How much is a new pool going to cost? The cost for the new pool is still being estimated. Precise figures will be available as we proceed with planning and design.

8. What efforts are being made to reduce the cost of the new aquatic center? PARS is committed to minimizing the tax impact of the new aquatic center. To achieve this, the committee has recommended several cost-saving initiatives, including:

• Reuse some or all of the exterior portions of the bathhouse and mechanical building, saving an estimated $1-3 million;

• Refurbish and reuse (if feasible) the existing waters slide for an estimated cost savings of $400,000;

• Initiate design and concept work in early 2025, which could enable construction bidding to begin in 2025, realizing an estimated savings of $500,000 or more due to inflation.

9. How does the City plan to pay for a new outdoor aquatic center? The city intends to use multiple funding sources to pay for a new aquatic center including grants, donations,

fundraisers, and borrowing.

10. Why can’t the project be funded entirely through private donations and grants? PARS has evaluated grant opportunities and fundraising options to minimize reliance on tax dollars. While the City will actively pursue all available grants, funding for projects like the aquatic center is limited, highly competitive, and not guaranteed. Community fundraising and private donations are also vital to the project but are unlikely to generate the significant amount needed to bridge the funding gap. As a result, a combination of funding sources, including tax support, is essential to move the project forward. Survey results indicate that the majority of community members support the use of tax funding for the new aquatic center.

11. How much would a new aquatic center raise taxes? The City has received a report from Ehlers Public Finance Advisor estimating the tax impact of a twenty-year general obligation note of $6.9 million at a projected interest rate of 4.5%.

According to the report, the annual tax impact on a home assessed at $300,000 would begin at $175 and decrease over the next nineteen years to $76, for an average annual tax impact of $120, or $10 per month. Similarly, on a home assessed at $200,000, the annual tax impact would range from $117 to $50, for an average of $80, or $6.67 per month for twenty years. On a home valued at $150,000 the average annual impact would be $60, or $5 per month for twenty years.

The U.S. Census Bureau reports that the median value of owner-occupied housing units in Platteville from 20192023 is $189,900, so the above figures for a home assessed at $200,000 would be close to the median tax impact for our community.

For future updates, please visit the city website at www.platteville.org/pool.

PLATTEVILLE

The City is excited to provide an update on the progress of the new fire facility construction. Owen’s Excavating and Trenching has completed the demolition and cleanup of the O.E. Gray Building, marking a key milestone in the project. During this process, the Corner Stone and time capsule of the O.E. Gray were carefully recovered. The time capsule was returned to the school district.

Construction, under the management of Kraemer Brothers, is anticipated to begin in March or April of 2025, with the project completion anticipated for the Summer of 2026.

In addition, commemorative bricks were made available for those who wanted to keep a last memento. We hope all interested community members were able to retrieve one before the pile was removed at the end of cleanup.

We want to take this opportunity to express our gratitude to the many partners who have contributed in this continued voyage. The taxpayers of the City of Platteville, as well as those from the townships of Belmont, Elk Grove, Ellenboro, Harrison, Lima, Platteville, and Smelser, have all made essential contributions to the construction costs. We are also grateful for the support from the United States Federal Government through Congressionally Directed Spending.

A special thank you goes out to the individuals, organizations, and businesses who have generously donated over $1.8 million to this cause. The leadership of the Fire Facility Capital Campaign Committee, spearheaded by Paul Budden and John Fick, under the guidance of Inspiring Communities Inc., has been invaluable in coordinating this community achievement.

Lastly, we would like to extend our deepest appreciation to our Volunteer Firefighters. In a time when new buildings and equipment often capture much of the attention, it is the dedication of our volunteer firefighters — moms, dads, sons, daughters, sisters, brothers and community members — that continues to keep us safe. Thank you for your service.

April 16, 2025 at 12:15 p.m.

Groundbreaking

April 2025

Construction Begins

July 2026

Substantial Completion

Fall 2026

Grand Opening

Architectural 3D rendering of the new fire facility, facing south

2025 ELECTION AND VOTING INFORMATION

Upcoming Elections in 2025 April 1, 2025 – Spring Election

Contests on the Ballot include: State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Justice of the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals Judge-District 4, Platteville Alderperson-District 1, Platteville Alderperson-At Large, Platteville School District School Board Members, and an advisory referendum regarding the pool.

Are You Registered to Vote?

Visit www.myvote.wi.gov to check your registration status. If you have moved or changed your name since you last voted, you will need to register.

1. Online – www.myvote.wi.gov (deadline March 12, 2025).

2. By Mail – send your application and proof of residency to City Clerk, PO Box 780, Platteville, WI 53818 (deadline March 12, 2025). Find the application online at www.platteville. org/administration/page/voter-registration.

3. In-person – Municipal Clerk’s Office, 75 N. Bonson Street, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

4. At Polls – At your designated polling location from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.

Note: All options require acceptable proof of residency. For additional information visit: www.platteville.org/ administration/page/voter-registration.

Absentee Ballot Requests

An absentee ballot is an option for all voters. Your request can be made online at myvote.wi.gov, by emailing voting@platteville.org, or mailed to PO Box 780, Platteville, WI 53818. Please be sure to include a copy of your Photo ID. Remember, voted ballots must be returned to the polls no later than 8:00 p.m. on Election Day to be counted!

Requests for ballots are being accepted now! The deadline to request a ballot online or by mail for the Spring Election is Thursday, March 27, 2025, but don’t wait, request yours today!

In-person Absentee Voting

This option is for voters who do not want to go to the polling location on Election Day, or receive a ballot by mail. Please be aware there may be lines at times.

Location: City Hall, Council Chambers (2nd Floor, elevator behind the stairs), 75 N. Bonson Street, Platteville, WI.

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Dates: Beginning Tuesday, March 18, 2025 (8:00 a.m.) and ending Friday, March 28, 2025 (5:00 p.m.).

Verify Your Polling Location

Scan this QR code to find your polling location. Wards 1-4 will vote at the Broske Event Center,

located in Legion Park, 400 Pitt Street. Wards 5 -9 will vote at Ullsvik Hall, UW-Platteville Campus, 30 S. Hickory Street.

Voting

Photo identification is required to vote! City polling places are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. The City has two polling locations, Broske Center at Legion Park, 400 Pitt St., and on-campus in Ullsvik Hall at 30 S. Hickory Street. A voter can only vote at the polling location designated for his/her address. To find your voting location visit MyVote. wi.gov. If you have questions, please call the City Clerk’s office at (608) 348-9741 ext.6, or visit the following websites for more information on photo ID and voting in general: The City website, www.platteville.org, under City Hall / City Clerk / Elections, and the State of Wisconsin websites, bringit.wi.gov and myvote.wi.gov.

Third Party Mailings

Third party mailers are commonly sent to residents to solicit registration or absentee voting participation. These forms of mailings will not be sent from your local clerk's office. If you receive any mail and have a question about it, please contact us at (608) 348-9741, ext. 6. We are always willing to assist you in understanding the voting process.

Questions?

If you have questions about voting, please stop in or call the City Clerk's office at (608) 348-9741, ext. 6. City Clerk Colette Steffen and Deputy Clerk Dave Frain will be happy to help.

Volunteer Spotlight: THANKING THOSE WHO SERVE OUR COMMUNITY

The City of Platteville would like to thank those who devote their time and talent to many aspects of our community, in a new "Volunteer Spotlight" feature in the 53818 newsletter. This Volunteer recognition feature shines a quarterly spotlight upon a dedicated individual or organization that has made great volunteer contributions and efforts in the community

Broderick is studying Social Studies education with an art history minor at the University of Wisconsin Platteville. He began to volunteer after his Public History class visited the museum. He is helping the Museum Collections Manager (Christina Grev) catalog items in the museum's collections. He decided to start volunteering here because he always enjoyed museums and other public history spaces. He especially has a passion for local museums as they help tell often overlooked regional stories. Broderick says, "Having the chance to volunteer has allowed me to help out with something I am passionate about." We are thankful to have such a passionate student in our community that is helping our museum preserve the past.

Zavier is a local scout from Platteville. Zavier spent his summer and fall raising money and building four free little libraries for the public. Those libraries can be found in Sherman Park, Valley View Park, West View Park, and Legion Park. In his efforts, Zavier was able to achieve his Eagle Scout award.

Budden is deeply involved in the community, holding leadership roles in several local initiatives. He co-chairs the Platteville Fire Facility Fundraising Committee, that has successfully raised funds for a new fire station and is now restoring features previously cut due to budget constraints. A retired firefighter with nearly 30 years of service, he remains dedicated to supporting the volunteer fire department. He also serves as the commander of American Legion Post 42, where he strengthens ties within the local veteran community and is instrumental in organizing fundraisers, and is a member of the Platteville Honor Roll Committee, which recently refurbished memorial statues at City Park. Additionally, Budden is an active member of the Platteville Optimist Club, contributing to youth and community development. His leadership across these roles showcases his commitment to serving and improving his community.

Since December 2023, Lou Ann Blackburn has been a dedicated volunteer at the Platteville Public Library, where she has made a significant impact on our community. She assists in organizing the library's collection and ensuring that books and resources are easy for patrons to find. This task requires a keen eye for detail and an understanding of our cataloging system, both of which Lou Ann has consistently demonstrated.

Beyond organizing, she also assists with various library programs and events, bringing her positive attitude and enthusiasm to every task. Whether she's helping to set up a window display or aiding staff in preparing for programs, her commitment to service is evident. The entire library staff greatly appreciates her hard work and the optimistic energy she brings to the library.

Broderick Livermore

Paul Budden

Zavier Brunette

Lou Ann Blackburn

CITY LOOKS AHEAD TO FUTURE TRAIL VIEW DEVELOPMENT

Possible concept developed by UW-Platteville as part of Senior Design Project (Concept option provided as an example).

The City of Platteville is excited to share updates on the ongoing work surrounding the Trail View Development project. In 2024, the city purchased approximately 30 acres of property located on the Eastside, adjacent to Lincoln Street, Jackson Street, and E. Madison Street. This area is slated for residential development, and city staff have been actively engaging with adjacent property owners to explore opportunities, challenges, and shared visions for the future of the site.

What’s Happening Now?

Preliminary discussions have been underway to understand the future goals of adjacent property owners and how these can be aligned with city planning efforts. Key conversations are focusing on potential street and utility designs that will best support the needs and interests of all parties involved.

Additionally, the city is working to engage neighborhood members and the

broader community in neighborhood planning efforts. These discussions are part of the city’s broader comprehensive planning process, which is anticipated to move forward in 2025. As part of this, specific efforts will be dedicated to creating a vision for the Trail View Development.

The city remains committed to ensuring that the development process is

inclusive, thoughtful, and responsive to the needs of the community. We look forward to continuing to work closely with property owners, residents, and developers to create a vibrant, sustainable neighborhood for the future.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to move forward with this exciting project!

Trail View Development Tentative Timeline

Winter 2024 – Release of Request for Proposals (RFP) for Comprehensive Plan, including a Neighborhood Plan

Spring 2025 – Neighborhood Planning with community input, Civil Planning with property owners and partners, focusing on utilities and infrastructure

Summer 2025 – Creation of Tax Increment District (TID) #10 to support development, Develop RFP related to the civil plan, neighborhood plan, and potential phased development approach

Fall 2025 – Release RFP to developers, Establish TID #10

Winter 2025 – Selection of developers for the project

Summer 2026 – Begin development of the Trail View neighborhood

CITY OF PLATTEVILLE ADJUSTS COMPOST SITE HOURS AND IMPLEMENTS NEW PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTRACTORS

Effective January 1, 2025, the City of Platteville has updated the operating hours for the Compost Site at 1670 Stumptown Road, and introduced a new permit system for commercial contractors utilizing the site. These changes are designed to continue access for residents and better manage materials brought to the site.

The Compost Site will now operate under the following hours:

Monday–Friday: 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Saturday: 7:00 AM - Noon

Closed Sundays and City Holidays

This change will help ensure that city residents have access to dispose of brush and yard waste at

no cost, while limiting non-residential use of the site.

Permit Requirement for Contractors

All contractors wishing to utilize the Compost Site must secure a permit and display it prominently while onsite. This policy has been implemented to manage the volume of unacceptable materials being brought to the site. Contractors are only permitted to dispose of Brush and Yard Waste from City of Platteville residents, and only after receiving the appropriate permit and payment of the associated permit fee.

Permits can be obtained at Platteville City Hall, located at 75 N. Bonson

Street, during regular business hours (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday).

Monitoring and Enforcement

To prevent unauthorized use, surveillance cameras are now in place at the Compost Site to detect any potential violations of this policy. Platteville citizens and City staff are encouraged to report any suspected violations to the Street Superintendent for investigation and appropriate action.

For more information, please visit the city website at www.platteville.org/ publicworks/page/policy-city-platteville-compost-site

CITY SEEKS REPRESENTATIVES FOR BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

Are you looking to get involved in the community? The City of Platteville is looking to fill several vacancies on multiple boards, committees and commissions. Participation boards and commissions can be a satisfying and inspiring experience. It provides an opportunity to develop firsthand knowledge of the operating policies and challenges of municipal government in general. Volunteering is also a great way to connect with other society members. Application forms are available in the City Clerk’s office or on the City’s website (www.platteville. org) under the Volunteer Opportunities tab.

The City of Platteville recently said farewell to a long-time employee. Dan Allen retired on February 1, 2025 after 30 years with the city. He served as an Engineering Technician I and II from 1994 to 2013 providing technical skills in drafting engineering plans and maps. He was also a construction inspector on many city projects. He served as Assistant to the Director of Public Works from 2013 – 2018. While in this position, he not only updated maps and plans, but also supported contracting in Public Works, plus upheld community standards. In 2018 he reinvented himself as a Water Plant Operator and served until his retirement. While learning new skills, he kept public health paramount in his efforts to provide safe drinking water to the citizens of Platteville. Best wishes in your well deserved retirement!

PLATTEVILLE COMMUNITY GARDEN IS CURRENTLY RENTING PLOTS FOR SUMMER 2025

The Platteville Community Garden is currently renting plots for Summer 2025. For just $5 (plus a returnable $25 deposit) gardeners can rent a raised garden space downtown on Mineral Street by Jenor Park. Garden tools and water are available for you to get creative in planting you favorite vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Call the Platteville Main Street office at (608) 348-4505 to register today.

SUMMER 2025 MUSIC IN THE PARK SERIES

You won't want to miss live musical entertainment on Thursday evenings June 5 - August 21, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in City Park!

Music in the Park is open to the public and free of charge. Bring your family, friends and lawn chairs, and plan to enjoy performances by local music groups! Feel free to bring the adult beverage of your choice and picnic with us in the park. This program is provided by the Platteville Main Street Program and the City of Platteville, along with other local sponsors. Are you interested in being a sponsor for Music in the Park? Contact the Main Street Office at (608) 348-4505 or director@plattevillemainstreet.com.

Watch for a list of official dates and performers in the Summer Edition of the 53818 Update.

ORDINANCE REMINDER REGARDING ANIMALS IN PARKS

As a public information reminder, pursuant to City Ordinance 6.02(a)(5), there are certain parks and areas that prohibit any domestic animals including dogs. Those parks include City Park and Harrison Park. The areas that prohibit animals include Platteville Family Aquatic Center, Smith Park's Inclusive Playground, Legion ball diamonds and soccer fields, as well as within 20 feet of playgrounds. Please keep children and all patrons that visit these parks safe by honoring the ordinance.

The Platteville Farmer's Market will move from its winter location at Rountree Gallery, to City Park - North Bonson Street, starting the first weekend in May (Saturday, May 3). From May to October, the Outdoor Market takes place every Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. to Noon.

Visit the Farmer's Market to meet a number of local growers, producers, and artisans and pick up some of the area’s finest products. Everything locally homegrown or handmade; seasonal fruits, vegetables, fresh and dried flowers & herbs, canned goods, perennial flowers, nuts, indoor and outdoor plants, baked goods, dairy products, meats, farm-fresh eggs, vendor produced crafts, apparel, and so much more. Support our local vendors or become one. We are always looking for new vendors to join our Farmer's Market family. Follow the "Platteville Farmer's Market" on Facebook, Instagram, or visit the website at, www.plattevillefarmersmarketwi.com for more information. The Platteville Farmer's Market is a WIC/SFMNP and SNAP/EBT Certified market

NEW FACES AND TRANSFERS

Name: Summer Hamille

Position: Museum Spec.-Administration

Joined: October 2024

Please watch for new signs that have been installed by the Platteville Parks and Recreation Department . Thank you for your cooperation.

Name: Scott Wetter

Position: Water Utility Maintenance

Joined: December 2024

Name: Cody Bell

Position: WWTP Maintenance

Transferred: October 2024

Name: Erica Lindsay

Position: Admin. Assistant

Joined: December 2024

Name: Blake Wagner

Position: Water Plant Operator

Transferred: December 2024

Name: Kaiden Pennington

Position: Park Maintenance

Joined: December 2024

2025 CITY-WIDE ANNUAL SPRING CLEAN-UP TO BE HELD APRIL 7 & 8

The City of Platteville annual Spring Clean-up will be held on Monday, April 7 and Tuesday, April 8, 2025, with pick up the same day as your normal refuse collection. Items must be placed neatly at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on the day of pick up. This service is provided to one and two-family dwellings only. All items must be stacked neatly and be in a pile no larger than 10’ x 4’ x 4’. Scrap metal should be stacked neatly separate from other refuse. Scrap metal and yard waste does not count toward the maximum size limit.

Specific items that will not be picked up include: batteries and tires, appliances including microwaves, refuse from major construction and remodeling projects, oil, anti-freeze, insecticides, and hazardous chemicals. Scout Troop 82 will collect appliances for a donation. Please call (608) 778-0707 and leave a message to arrange appliance pick up. Electronics (computers, printers, computer monitors, computer mouse, keyboards, and all accessories, televisions, DVD players, VCR’s, DVR’s, fax machines and cell phones) will not be picked up. If you need to dispose of an electronic item, please contact Faherty Recycling at (608) 3489586 for additional information.

Garden and yard waste is included in the Spring Clean-Up. Please have these items to curbside by Sunday evening and placed separately from weekly garbage. City $1.00 bags are not required during this special pick up only. If you have questions concerning the garden and yard waste clean-up, please contact the Department of Public Works at (608) 348-9741, extension 2238.

BRUSH/LIMB DISPOSAL

The City of Platteville picks up brush and limbs the week of the first and third Monday of the month from spring through fall. Please have your brush/limbs out early as once the chipper has cycled, it will not return until the next scheduled week.

This service is limited to limbs up to 12 inches in diameter and a length that requires no more than two people to pull it from the curb to the chipper. Brush and limbs must be placed at the curb with the cut end toward the curb and stacked in a neat and orderly fashion.

YARD WASTE DISPOSAL

Yard waste is to be placed in the $1.00 Platteville bags and laid at the curb for pick-up on Thursdays starting in the spring. Bags can be purchased in the Finance Office

at City Hall, Heiser Hardware and Piggly Wiggly.

CEMETERY CLEAN UP

A general clean-up of Hillside and Greenwood Cemeteries will begin on Monday, April 7, 2025. Please remove any flowers or decorations you wish to save by Sunday, April 6, 2025. During clean-up, cemetery personnel will discard any flowers or decorations remaining after April 6, 2025. Flowers and decorations may again be placed after Friday, April 11, 2025.

You are reminded that flowers and decorations should be placed on either end of the headstone and not in front of or behind. This allows equipment access for digging future graves. All Cemetery rules will be enforced during the 2025 Season. Please take this time to review the rules listed below.

Guidelines for City Owned Cemeteries

• No trees or shrubs or ground displays are to be planted or established.

• Artificial and cut flowers are permitted if clamped to the monument, or on a one-legged stand directly over the monument, or in a non-breakable container adjacent to the side of the monument. No glass containers are to be used in the cemetery.

• Flowers may be planted at the side of monuments.

• All floral urns must be placed at the side of monuments.

• No new monuments shall be erected that are larger than the largest monument in that section of the cemetery.

• The City reserves the right to remove or dispose of any unsightly arrangements.

• Cleanup days – first week in April. All floral and memorial displays are to be removed prior to cleanup.

events Spring 2025

LATE FEBRUARY

12th

Feb 15th Fly-in/Drive-in Chili Feed (Platteville Municipal Airport) 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Miners Ball (Velzy Commons - Ullsvik Hall, UW-Platteville Campus) 5:00 p.m.

Feb 18th Spring Primary Election Polls open from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Feb 22nd Winter Lyceum - Emma Larsen Presents "Experiencing History Through Clothing" (The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums) 5:00 p.m. For more Winter Lyceum dates and information, see pages 18-20.

MARCH

1st Community Involvement Fair (Platteville Public Library) 10:30 a.m.12:30 p.m. See page 19 for details.

27th Good Morning Platteville - Meet the Candidates & Pool Referendum (City Hall Auditorium) 8:00 a.m.

APRIL

1st Spring Election Polls open 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

7th-11th Severe Weather Awareness Week Statewide Tornado Drill on April 10th at 1:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m.

12th Platteville Dairy Days Mac & Cheese Fest (Broske Center) 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

13th

Loud @ the Library (Platteville Public Library) 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Platteville Fire Department Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser (Platteville High School) 7:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

14th-May 4th Platteville School District Art Show (Platteville Public Library) During library hours.

26th Main Street Pub Crawl

Visit www.facebook.com/plattevillemainstreet

PHS Scholarship Fund Dinner & Auction (The BARn) 4:30 p.m.

MAY

1st

3rd

4th-10th

Season Opening and Community Free Day at The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums 10:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Platteville Outdoor Farmer's Market Begins (City Park) Saturdays May 3 - October 25 from 8:00 a.m. - Noon. Derby Days (Nick's on 2nd Street)

Visit www.facebook.com/Nicksonsecond

National Small Business Week and National Travel & Tourism Week

16-17th City-Wide Garage Sales

17th UW-Platteville Commencement

21st WalkDown Main (Platteville Main Street)

Visit www.facebook.com/plattevillemainstreet

23rd Platteville High School Graduation

Community

All Ages

Student-Led Programs

Area students will be offering a variety of programs for children and teens of all ages this Spring. Check the library website for dates, times and specifics.

Iditaread Reading Challenge

Grab your books and race to the finish line! Join in on the fun this Spring with a thrilling project that challenges kids (and teens) to read.

DATE: Saturday, March 1 - Monday, March 31

TIME: During library hours / At your convenience

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: plattevillepubliclibrary.beanstack.org

SWITCHing It Up

Kids and teens, stop by the library during Spring Break for a chance to play the Switch on the big screen!

DATE: Wednesday, March 26 & Thursday, March 27

TIME: During library hours

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Free Library Replacement Cards

Misplaced your library card? Has your library card been loved to pieces? In honor of National Library Week, we’ll waive the usual $1 replacement card fee. Must present ID.

DATE: Tuesday, April 1 - Wednesday, April 30

TIME: During library hours

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Visit the Museums on May 1 for Tour Season Opening and Community Free Day!

Make Your Mark Bookmark Contest

All ages are invited to design a bookmark related to the theme “Color Our World.” Multiple bookmarks will be selected to be professionally printed and handed out as part of the summer library program.

Entries may be submitted from April 1 through April 30. For entry forms and complete contest rules, download an entry form from plattevillepubliclibrary.org/makeyourmark or stop by the library.

DATE: Tuesday, April 1 - Wednesday, April 30

TIME: During library hours / At your convenience COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Patron Appreciation Day

A public library is nothing without its public. Let us thank you for being our library patrons with treats.

DATE: Friday, April 11

TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Egg Dyeing

You bring the hard boiled eggs and the library will provide a variety of dyes! All children must be accompanied by at least one adult.

DATE: Friday, April 18

TIME: 25-minute sessions through morning & afternoon COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: Visit plattevillepubliclibrary.org/signup

The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums Self-

Guided Museum Tour and Guided Mine Tour

Explore fascinating exhibits on the nature, culture, and history of the region. Take the one-hour guided tour of the underground Bevans Lead-Zinc Mine and ride the outdoor mine train (weather permitting). Shop for rock and mineral specimens and gifts related to regional history in our museum store. Enjoy the outdoor greenspace, pollinator garden, and picnic grounds.

DATE: May 1 through October 31

TIME: Open Wednesday - Sunday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: $12/General (13+), $10/Seniors (65+), $6/Youth (5-12), $3/Children (0-4), Free/Museum Members (see member benefits at www.mining.jamison.museum/membership for details).

LOCATION: The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums REGISTRATION: www.mining.jamison.museum

Star Wars Day

May the 4th be with you! Kids and teens, drop in for games, crafts & fun!

DATE: Sunday, May 4

TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Spring Community Free Day at the Museums

To thank the citizens of Platteville for their continued support, The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums is excited to offer TWO community free days: May 1 and season closing day, October 31. Museum admission, including a Guided Mine Tour and Train Ride (weather permitting) is FREE to Platteville residents.

DATE: Thursday, May 1

TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: FREE for Platteville Community Members (Residency confirmed at check-in.)

LOCATION: The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums REGISTRATION: www.mining.jamison.museum/programs

Book Sale

Shop our assortment of books, audiobooks, and movies.

DATE: Thursday, May 15 - Sunday, May 18

TIME: During library hours

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Color Our World

Registration for the summer library program will begin on Tuesday, May 27. The library will be offering a wide variety of activities and events this summer for everyone!

Pre-K

4 & Under

Spring Storytime

Stories, rhymes, bounces, bubbles & more! Young children and an adult.

AGE: Young children and an adult

DAY: Mondays, March 10 through April 28

TIME: 10:30 a.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Musical Storytime

Books, music & sign language fun with Miss Deborah!

AGE: Children 2-5 years and an adult

DAY: Wednesday, March 12 and Wednesday, May 14

TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Let's Pretend

Interactive play for young children & an adult. Theme: Construction Site!

AGE: Young children and an adult

DATE: March 14-25

TIME: During library hours

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

There's no shortage of imaginative play at the Platteville Public Library!

Introduction to Sports

Try out multiple sports without having to commit to a full season. Sports may include baseball, basketball, football, soccer, tennis and volleyball.

GRADE: Pre-K (3 & 4) - K

DAY: Mondays, April 7 - May 12

TIME: 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

COST: $15 Resident/$30 Non-resident

LOCATION: Armory REGISTRATION: Open until full

Dance: Ballet and Beyond

An introduction to ballet plus development of balance, body control, and coordination, that can be practical for other physical activities.

GRADE: Pre-K (3 & 4)

DAY: Tuesdays, April 8 - May 13

TIME: 5:15 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

COST: $30 Resident/$45 Non-resident

LOCATION: Armory REGISTRATION: Open until full

Spring Flower Craft

Get a head start on May flowers by making some bright, flower-themed crafts.

AGE: Preschool children and an adult

DATE: Saturday, April 26

TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Children 12 & Under

Watch for details about the Platteville Optimist Tri-Star Basketball Skills Contest coming soon!

Kids Book Club

New readers are welcome! Choose either the second Monday or Thursday each month.

AGE: 7-11 years

DATE: Second Monday or Thursday of each month

TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: Contact the library Children's Department to sign up

Kids Money Game Day!

Cool crafts and games help kids learn about money. Whether it’s an activity about party planning, running a farm, or taking care of a pet, we’ve got it all! Check out this fun new financial literacy program for kids! Ages 3-12. Kids under 9 must be with an adult.

AGE: 3-12 years

DATE: Sunday, March 9

TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

The City of Platteville reserves the right to take/utilize photos of participants for publicity purposes. Participants who do not want their photo used must notify the City in writing at the time of registration.

Tri-Star Basketball Skills Contest

The Platteville Optimist Club and the Platteville Parks & Recreation Department announce the annual sponsored Optimist Tri-Star Basketball skills contest. The contest, which is open to boys and girls, will consist of competing in the skills of dribbling, passing, and shooting. Gym shoes are required. For more information about the date and time, follow the Platteville Optimist Club on Facebook, or contact the Recreation office at (608) 348-9741, ext. 2245.

AGE: 6 - 13 as of March 10, 2025

DATE: TBD

TIME: TBD

COST: FREE

LOCATION: TBD

REGISTRATION: On site from 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. the day of the contest.

Platteville Youth Diamond Sports T-ball

Step up to the plate with progressive baseball and softball programming. Team information and game schedule will be communicated by the coaches after registration closes. Please use their current grade when signing your child up. Participants must register with City of Platteville Recreation office before March 31, 2025.

GRADE: 4K - K

COST: $30 Resident ($137.50 Family Cap)

$45 Non-resident ($175 Family Cap)

LOCATION: Legion Park

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, March 31

Children Continued

Platteville Youth Diamond Sports

COST: $60 Resident ($137.50 Family Cap)

$75 Non-resident ($175 Family Cap)

LOCATION: Legion Park, plus travel for some teams

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Monday, March 31

PROGRAM:

Rookie Ball Baseball Softball

GRADE: 1st - 2nd (current) 3rd - 8th (current) 3rd - 8th (current)

Introduction to Sports

Try out multiple sports without committing to a full season. Sports may include baseball, basketball, football, soccer, tennis and volleyball.

COST: $15 Resident/$30 Non-resident

LOCATION: Armory

REGISTRATION: Open until full

GRADE:

Pre-K - K 1st - 3rd DAY: Mon. Mon. DATE: Apr. 7 - May 12 Apr. 7 - May 12

5-8th Grade Volleyball

TIME: 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. 5:45 - 6:15 p.m.

This program will introduce middle school age students to the sport of volleyball. Drills will focus on the fundamental skills of serving, bumping, setting, spiking and blocking.

GRADE: 5th - 8th

DAY: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 8 - May 15

TIME: 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

COST: $30 Resident/$45 Non-resident

LOCATION: Armory

REGISTRATION: Open until full

Dance: Ballet and Beyond

An introduction to ballet plus development of balance, body control, and coordination that can be practical for other physical activities.

COST: $30 Resident/$45 Non-resident

LOCATION: Armory

REGISTRATION: Open until full

GRADE:

Pre-K(5)- K 1st - 3rd

DAY: Tues. Tues.

DATE: April 8 - May 13 April 8 - May 13

Minecraft Architecture

TIME: 5:45 - 6:15 p.m. 6:15 - 6:45 p.m.

Join Mr. Gesin for a Minecraft build workshop focusing on architecture.

AGE: 6-12 years

DATE: Tuesday, April 8

TIME: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: Visit plattevillepubliclibrary.org/signup

T-Ball: Spring Training

An opportunity to learn the fundamentals of America’s greatest past time: hitting, throwing, catching, fielding, and base running.

GRADE: K - 1st

DAY: Thursdays, April 10 - May 15

TIME: 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

COST: $30 Resident/$45 Non-resident

LOCATION: Armory

REGISTRATION: Open until full

Earth Day Art

Celebrate our Earth by crafting something unique using recycled materials.

AGE: 7-11 years

DATE: Tuesday, April 22

TIME: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Star Wars Day

May the 4th be with you! Kids and teens, drop in for games, crafts & fun!

AGE: Kids and Teens

DATE: Sunday, May 4

TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Stop by the new Teen Book Chat at the library for snacks, crafts, and bookish opinions!

Pokemon Crafts

Gotta craft ‘em all! Try a variety of Pokemon-themed crafts and bring home your own Pokemon keepsakes.

AGE: Teens (grade 7th - 12th)

DATE: Monday, March 3

TIME: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Teen Anime Club

Fun, food & fandom! Teens are welcome to join us as we eat snacks and watch anime. Enjoy our season pick, “Astra Lost in Space,” plus the first episode of another anime of our choice!

AGE: Teens (grade 7th - 12th)

DATE: Wednesdays, March 12, April 9 and May 14

TIME: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Teen Book Chat

Come talk about your favorite books and hear what everyone else is reading! Make friends, make art. Crafts and snacks available.

AGE: Teens (grade 7th - 12th)

DAY: Fourth Tuesday of the month

TIME: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Teen and Adult

Candy Terrariums

Make your own little candy world using cupcakes, gummies, chocolate, and more!

AGE: Teens (grade 7th - 12th)

DATE: Saturday, April 5

TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Paint Party

Bring a friend and join us for a fun time exploring your inner artist. Music and snacks!

AGE: Teens (grade 7th - 12th)

DATE: Saturday, May 17

TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Adults 18 & Older

Coed Volleyball (Drop-in)

An open gym opportunity for those interested in playing volleyball. The structure will be determined each week.

AGE: 18 or older

DAY: Wednesdays through April 16

TIME: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

COST: $30 Resident / $45 Non-resident

DROP-IN COST: $3 Resident / $5 Non-resident

LOCATION: High School, North Gym

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Men’s Basketball (Drop-in)

An open gym opportunity for those interested in playing competitive basketball. The structure will be determined by the participants each week.

AGE: 18 or older

DAY: Wednesdays through April 16

TIME: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

COST: $30 Resident / $45 Non-resident

DROP-IN COST: $3 Resident / $5 Non-resident

LOCATION: High School, South Gym

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Monthly Morning Book Chat

Join fellow book lovers each month for a cup of tea and a discussion about the books that you’ve been reading recently. This book club has no required reading list!

AGE: 18 or older

DAY: First Tuesday of each month

TIME: 10:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Coed Drop-in Volleyball is offered on Wednesday evenings through April 16th.

Winter Lyceum (1 of 4) – Josh Wachuta presents, "Stolen Lead, Stolen Land: US-Indigenous Treaties and the Lead Mining Region, 1804-1829"

Wachuta is a National Park Service Mellon Fellow researching the history of U.S.-Indigenous treaties. His presentation will cover how the U.S. acquired the land that became Platteville through treaties with the Sauk, Meskwaki, Ho-Chunk, and Potawatomi nations.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, February 8

TIME: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: $4/Talk or $15/Season Pass (all 4 Winter Lyceum talks)

LOCATION: The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums

REGISTRATION: www.mining.jamison.museum/programs

Winter Lyceum (2 of 4) – "Experiencing History through Clothing" presented by Emma Larsen

Larsen is a student at the University of Wisconsin Platteville who has a passion for finding new hands on ways to share history with the public. Her presentation will cover her process to reproduce one of the dresses in the museum's collection.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, February 22

TIME: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: $4/Talk or $15/Season Pass (all 4 Winter Lyceum talks)

LOCATION: The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums REGISTRATION: www.mining.jamison.museum/programs

Community Involvement Fair

Are you looking for a new way to get involved and meet people in 2025? Learn about community service groups, local social organizations, and volunteer opportunities at our annual Community Involvement Fair.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, March 1

TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Antique Appraisal With Mark Moran

Join us to watch or have an appraisal done by antiques expert Mark Moran. Registration is required to have an appraisal done. No registration is required to watch some fascinating local heirlooms be appraised! Moran was a guest expert on the PBS program Antiques Roadshow for 9 seasons and is the author or co-author of more than 25 books on antiques and collectibles. Visit plattevillepubliclibrary.org/signup for more information on registering for an appraisal.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, March 8

TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Municipal Auditorium

REGISTRATION: Visit plattevillepubliclibrary.org/signup for instructions on how to register

Winter Lyceum (3 of 4) – "A Discussion of Historic Blacksmithing" presented by Bob Rossdeutcher

Rossdeutcher is an experienced historic blacksmith who has a passion for sharing history with a hands-on approach. His presentation will cover his work as a historic blacksmith and the history behind it

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, March 8

TIME: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: $4/Talk or $15/Season Pass (all 4 Winter Lyceum talks)

LOCATION: The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums

REGISTRATION: www.mining.jamison.museum/programs

Unwind

Join fellow crocheting and knitting lovers each month for a cup of tea and conversation with opportunities to learn and share new techniques and ideas.

AGE: 18 or older

DAY: Second Thursday of the month

TIME: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Soil: It's More Than Just Dirt

Join Gary Munson and learn how healthy soil will enhance the flavor and nutrition of food, improve resistance to diseases and insect pests, reduce soil erosion, and support beneficial bacteria and fungi in your garden. Gary is an active member of the Platteville Community Garden. He experiments with various healthy gardening methods and has conducted workshops on straw bale gardening, cover crops, and composting.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, March 15

TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Library Book Club

We read discussion-worthy fiction and nonfiction. Pick up a copy of the current book at the library and come to our monthly meetings. New readers are always welcome.

TITLE: The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride

DATE 1: Tuesday, March 18

TIME 1: 5:45 p.m.

DATE 2: Thursday, March 20

TIME 2: 10:15 a.m.

TITLE: The Latehomecomer: A Hmong Family Memoir by Kao Kalia Yang

DATE 1: Tuesday, April 15

TIME 1: 5:45 p.m.

DATE 2: Thursday, April 17

TIME 2: 10:15 a.m.

TITLE: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow: A Novel by Gabrielle Zevin

DATE 1: Thursday, May 15

TIME 1: 10:15 a.m.

DATE 2: Tuesday, May 20

TIME 2: 5:45 p.m.

AGE: 18 or older

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library Community Room

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Make it Midweek: Spring Flowers

Welcome in spring with a variety of cheerful spring flowers made from old books and colorful paper.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Wednesday, March 19

TIME: 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

A Year at Beaver Pond with Al Cornell

Join us in welcoming wildlife expert Al Cornell, who will present his detailed observations of birds, mammals, reptiles, fish, and insects after spending more than four hundred hours in a blind overlooking a beaver pond near La Farge. His book, A Year at a Beaver Pond, includes field notes and thousands of photos that tell the story of this dynamic little ecosystem.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, March 22

TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Winter Lyceum (4 of 4) – Tracey Roberts presents "Badger Huts and Other Early Housing in the Lead Mine District"

Tracey Lee Roberts is a historian who has been researching and writing about the Upper Midwest for three decades. More specifically, she studies the Lead and Zinc Mining District. Her presentation will delve into the history of Badger Huts and early housing in the Lead Mining District.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, March 22

TIME: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: $4/Talk or $15/Season Pass (all 4 Winter Lyceum talks)

LOCATION: The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums

REGISTRATION: www.mining.jamison.museum/programs

Tech Talks

Frustrated with your tech devices? Join Library staff for a chat about a different tech basics topic each month. Bring your own device along for an opportunity to try out new skills and ask questions.

MARCH TOPIC: Passwords - How to make them, options to store them, and why they're important.

DATE: Thursday, March 27

TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

APRIL TOPIC: Social Media Literacy - What different types there are, how to avoid trolls, and find trustworthy sources.

DATE: Thursday, April 24

TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

MAY TOPIC: Emails & Phishing - How to navigate most free email services, advice on detecting phishing emails & how to unsubscribe or report scam emails.

DATE: Thursday, May 29

TIME: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

AGE: 18 or older

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library Community Room

REGISTRATION: Recommended

Shredding Drop Off

Bring your documents to the Library for destruction. We’ll have a secure container available to keep your documents safe and confidential until destruction. Destruction services will be provided by the Southwest Opportunities Center, Inc., an agency that provides employment for adults with different abilities. Drop-off is limited to 2 grocery bags or 1 banker’s box of papers per person.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Tuesday, April 1 - Sunday, April 13

TIME: During library hours

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Make it Midweek: Berry Baskets

Create a May Day basket filled with paper strawberries, each hiding a special treat.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Wednesday, April 16

TIME: 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Plant Swap

Celebrate spring by freshening up your plant collection. Bring in houseplants, seeds, bulbs, and any other plants that you no longer want at your house, and take home some new-to-you plants. Any healthy, pest-free plants will be accepted.

PLANT DROP OFF: Thursday, May 1 - Friday, May 2

TIME: During library hours

PLANT SWAP DATE: Saturday, May 3

TIME: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Composting Fun With Big River Organics

Join us for a fun and beneficial program about worm composting! Sue Krause, owner of Big River Organics in Cassville, will teach you how to compost at home and start your own worm farm. Her company processes hundreds of pounds of local food waste into beneficial worm castings.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Saturday, May 3

TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

A group of seniors learning to play Mah Jongg, a new addition to the game calendar.

Cards & Games

AGE: 50 and older

COST: Cost varies, please call for details

LOCATION: Senior Center at City Hall

REGISTRATION: Call to sign up (608) 348-9934

GAME: Bridge Cribbage Hand & Foot Mahjongg Euchre DAY: Mondays Mondays Tuesdays Tuesdays Thursdays

Free Bingo

TIME: 12:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m.

Join us for FREE BINGO at the Broske Center!

AGE: 50 and older

DATE: Wednesdays, March 19, April 23 & May 21

TIME: 12:30 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Broske Center, 400 Pitt Street

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Intergenerational Game Days

Join the Senior Center and Neal Wilkins Elementary School Kindergarten students for fun-filled days of board games, laughter and connection!

AGE: 50 and older

DATES: March 20, April 25, May 23

TIME: Meet at Senior Center for carpool at 10:15 a.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Neal Wilkins Elementary School

REGISTRATION: Sign up required (608) 348-9934

Movie Day!

Get cozy and watch a movie this winter — head to the City Hall auditorium for a fun movie day with the Senior Center!

AGE: 50 and older

DATE: Wednesday, March 26

MOVIE: 80 For Brady

DATE: Wednesday, April 30

MOVIE: Age of Adaline

DATE: Wednesday, May 28

MOVIE: Six Triple Eight

TIME: 1:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: City Hall Auditorium

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Around The World With Brenda

We're excited to welcome Brenda Dalecki, who will share her captivating world travels, offering insights and stories from her adventures around the globe. After the presentation, enjoy a delicious potluck lunch! Please bring your favorite dish to share.

AGE: 50 and older

DATE: Thursday, March 27

TIME: 10:00 a.m.

COST: $5

LOCATION: Senior Center at City Hall

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Craft Swap

Bring in your old craft supplies that have been sitting around your house forever, and take home some exciting new supplies! Drop off your old craft supplies between Thursday, May 8 and Friday, May 16. Any supplies in good condition will be accepted. Come back on May 18 to “shop” all the donated supplies.

Everyone who donates craft supplies will get a ticket for our Early Bird Swap. After the Early Bird Swap, everyone will be welcome to take items home.

SUPPLY DROP OFF: Thursday, May 8 - Friday, May 16

TIME: During library hours

EARLY BIRD SWAP FOR DONORS: Saturday, May 17

TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

CRAFT SWAP: Saturday, May 17

TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Make it Midweek: Easy Book Binding

Bind and decorate a simple book, perfect for jotting down a few notes.

AGE: 18 or older

DATE: Wednesday, May 21

TIME: 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

COST: FREE

LOCATION: Platteville Public Library

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Life as a Holocaust Survivor, My Husband Point of View

Join us as Ellie Landau speaks with us from the point of view of her late husband, Louis Landau, a holocaust survivor who spent two and a half years enduring Nazi Concentration Camps and was a Prisoner of War during the Holocaust of WWII for our April Lunch & Lecture. Lunch will follow Ellie’s presentation, please bring a dish to pass

AGE: 50 and older

DATE: Thursday, April 24

TIME: 10:00 a.m.

COST: $5

LOCATION: Senior Center at City Hall

REGISTRATION: No registration required

Trip to Fireside Theater

Come along with us to the Fireside Theater in Fort Atkinson to see “The Last Potluck Supper.”

AGE: 50 and older

DATE: Friday, June 27

TIME: Departing Platteville Wal-Mart at 8:30 a.m.

COST: $149

LOCATION: Senior Center at City Hall

REGISTRATION: Required. Call (608) 348-9934 for more information and to sign up.

Find up-to-date programming information, photos, and more on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SeniorCenterofPlatteville

Ready to Register?

See each category for specific program registration deadlines.

Recreation

Library

Platteville Public Library

225 West Main Street

plattevillepubliclibrary.org

Facebook: @plattevillepubliclibrary

Museum

The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums

405 East Main Street

www.mining.jamison.museum

Facebook: @MiningJamisonMuseum

Platteville Senior Center

Located in City Hall

75 N. Bonson Street

Facebook:

Senior Center of Platteville

Platteville Parks and Recreation

75 North Bonson Street

Facebook: @PlattevilleParksandRecreation

How Do I Register?

Register online by following the ActiveNet link at www.platteville.org/recreation. If this is your first time using ActiveNet, you will need to create an account. Once your account has been approved, you will receive a confirmation email providing instructions on activating your account. Please allow at least one business day for this to occur. Once activated, you may register for programming online using a credit card. Transaction fees are collected by ActiveNet for all online payments.

We can also assist with the registration process in the Recreation Office on the second floor of City Hall at 75 N. Bonson Street, Platteville, WI 53818. Our office is open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We can help create an account, register for programs, and collect payments in the form of cash, check or credit card.

Age Guidelines

When registering for youth programming, use the current school grade. When between grades in the summer, use the grade the participant will be entering in the fall. Programming listed as Pre-K is open to children age 3 and 4. Children must be toilet trained or in pull-ups. If a child is in pull-ups, the parent or caregiver must stay at the location for the duration of the program.

Residency Requirement

RESIDENT (R): A resident resides within the City of Platteville and pays property tax to the City of Platteville.

NON-RESIDENT

(Non): A non-resident resides outside the City of Platteville and/or does not pay property tax to the City of Platteville. Non-residents can include residents living in the Township of Platteville and Platteville School District.

Refund Policy

All fees are due at the time of registration. No refunds are issued unless a program is completely canceled. The Recreation Department will make a reasonable effort to reschedule make-up programming; however, this may not always be possible. No partial refunds will be issued.

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