DAYTRIPPER fall & winter journeys 2019-2020
Southwest Wisconsin / Northwest Illinois / Northeast Iowa For Results You Can Trust
VISIT STOUGHTON
YOUR STORY STARTS HERE
Stoughton’s story starts
with Norwegian heritage, but has grown to include so much more.
DOWNTOWN BOUTIQUE SHOPPING
Explore boutique shopping, locally owned restaurants, the Norwegian Heritage Center, and the Stoughton Opera House. DRIVING DISTANCE IN MILES Madison
STOUGHTON OPERA HOUSE
19
Milwaukee
81
Dubuque
99
Chicago
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132
Green Bay
149
Wausau
155
Eau Claire
190
St. Paul
272
Minneapolis
281
Des Moines
301
Indianapolis 317
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Wisconsin
Arthur.................................. 19 Avoca...................................25 Belmont............................... 18 Black Earth........................... 9 Blanchardville..................... 21 Boscobel.............................. 15 Cuba City.........................21, 37 Darlington......... 21, 38, 39, 40 Dodgeville...................... 16, 17 Fennimore...................... 14, 15 Hazel Green.........................35 Highland..............................23 Hillsboro.............................. 10 Kieler....................................37 Lancaster............................. 15 Loganville............................ 13 Mineral Point.......... 39, 40, 41 Montfort........................ 22, 23 Mount Horeb........................ 6 Muscoda.............................. 19 Onalaska................................5 Oregon.................................. 9 Platteville. 9, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34 Potosi................................... 18 Prairie du Chien.............24, 29 Reedsburg............................ 8 Richland Center..........11, 12, 13 Shullsburg................21, 43, 52 Sinsinawa........................... 43 Spring Green....................... 19 Stoughton.........................2, 7 Verona.................................. 4
DAYTRIPPER fall & winter journeys
Iowa
Dubuque........... 46, 47, 48, 49 Lansing............................... 50 Marquette................24, 50, 51 McGregor........................... 50
Illinois
Galena................................ 44
Map:
Pages 26 & 27
Dining Top Picks: Page 20
Calendar of Events: Pages 6-50
NOTE: Please check websites for updated information before heading out to any of the area events.
Cover photos :
Waterfall by Gerard Abing Barn in Snow by Ricki Bishop Boardwalk photo is Effigy Mounds Famer’s Market by UNG Publications
Inside photos:
Lisa Banfield, Tiffany Gardner and many of our area Chamber of Commerce. Fall 2019/Winter2020 đ&#x;š˜ Page 3
DECEMBER 7-9 Visit with Santa e-L Tre ighting Ceremony Chili Supper Ice Sculptures Fun Throughout Town!
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Wisconsin
Proudly serving all of Southwest WI and Northeast IA
Midwest real estate has been my full time career for over 25 years. I love selling the Midwestern lifestyle and I love living it! ~ Bruce Kilmer, Midwest Realtor
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• Licensed Broker in WI & IA • Graduate Realtor Institute • Member of Northeast Iowa Board of Realtors and LaCrosse Area Realtors Association. • Member National Association of Realtors • Notary public
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Family Fun
Things To Do...
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Fall satllay Winter W play ainy Carriage Classic at Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole, Island, Prairie du Chien, WI,
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September 6-8 Carriage Classic at Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole, Island, Prairie du Chien, WI, 608-326-2721 September 7 Live Music & Free Wine tasting from 1-4pm in the Wine Garden at Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA, 563-8731905 September 12-15 Prairie du Chien City Wide Garage Sales, 608-326-2457 September 14 Live Music & Free Wine tasting from 1-4pm in the Wine Garden at Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA, 563-873-1905 September 21 Railroad Days including railroad program & activities, telegraphy demonstration, Hole in the Sock Gang shootout, children’s rides, caricature drawings, food, raffles, Depot & Information Center, Marquette, IA, 563-873-1200 September 21 Riverfront History Walk A 90-minute guided outdoor walking tour begins at Villa Louis Historic Site at 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. from the Foundations of Fort Crawford to the homes & trading posts of the Old Main Village. 521 North Villa Louis Rd., Prairie du Chien, WI, 608-326-2721
Wisconsin
Norwegian Heritage Center
608.873.7567 â—† www.livsreise.org Tuesday-Saturday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
“Where immigrant ◆ 277 W. Main St. Stoughton, WI stories come alive� Free Admission ◆ Follow us on
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Photo by TKWA
Livsreise offers a unique experience focusing on the immigration from Norway to America from the period of about 1825 to 1910. One can learn about Norwegian culture through various electronic and interactive displays. Also featured is a 68 seat handicapped accessible, hearing loop enabled auditorium where one can select from Livsreise’s video collection. There is also a genealogy lab/library and a temporary exhibit area currently featuring a traveling display from Vesterheim Museum. adno=102427 Fall 2019/Winter2020 đ&#x;š˜ Page 7
September 21 Astronomy Program from 8:30-10 p.m. at Huser Astronomy Center, Wyalusing State Park, WI September 21 & 22 Driftless Area Art Festival Celebrating the visual, performing & culinary arts, food & music, free admission, Beauford T. Anderson Memorial Park, Soldiers Grove, WI, 608624-3600 September 21 & 22 Grape Harvest Sample award winning wines at Eagles Landing Winery from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., live music in the wine garden on Saturday from 1-4 p.m. 127 North Street, Marquette, IA September 25 American Legion Burgers in the Park in Muscoda from 4-8 p.m.
Art Walk in Stoughton, WI.
September 27 Fall Festival in Verona, WI from 4-10 p.m. Featuring Disney Pixar Monsters September 27-29 Apple Festival with carnival, arts & crafts, food, music, flea market, parade on Sunday. Gays Mills, WI, 608-735-4341
September 28 Art Walk in Stoughton, WI, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Artists will show their work in host locations in the city’s designated Arts District. Festival-goers can purchase art from photographers, painters, sculptors, furniture, www.artwalkstoughton. com
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Wisconsin’s Own Chris Kroeze Live in Concert in Richland Center, WI.
September 28 Wyalusing State Park’s Harvest Festival from 3-8 p.m. with pumpkin carving begins at 3 p.m., walk will begin at Peterson Shelter at 6 p.m. September 28 QuadCon at Five Flags Center, 405 Main St.,Dubuque, video games, comic books, posters, sci-fi, cosplay, vintage magazines, board games, toys & role playing
September 28 & 29 Froelich Museum Fall-Der-Al Two-day celebration of oldtime demonstrations, tractors, tractor rides, engines, museum tours & kid’s activities. 24397 Froelich Rd., McGregor, IA, 563-536-2841, www. froelichtractor.com September 29 Annual Heritage Day at Fennimore Historical Railroad Museum, 610 Lincoln Ave., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 608-822-3446, fennimore.com
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Hometown Hotel Hospitality BEEZERS BAR AND GRILL Closed Mondays
(608) 489-3000 Fax: (608) 489-3001 hotelhillsboro@comantenna.com www.hotelhillsboro.com for online reservations
1235 Water Ave., Hillsboro, WI
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September 28 Apple Fest Weekend at the Eagles Landing Winery, 127 North Street, Marquette, IA September 28 Hole in the Sock Gang 1880s Street Theatre The Old West comes alive in downtown McGregor, IA, with a re-enactment of action-packed bank robberies, cowboy shootouts, saloon girls & more, free show 1 p.m. End time is approximate
Worth The Trip!
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September 29 Pedal Tractor Pull & Brat Stand at the Doll & Toy Museum grounds, 1135 6th St., Fennimore, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 608-788-1192, fennimore.com September 29 Fennimore FFA Pancake Breakfast at the Memorial Bldg., 860 Lincoln Ave., 7 a.m.Noon., 608-822-3245, fennimore.com September 29 Annual FFA Alumni Farm Toy Show & Sale at 860 Lincoln Ave., Fennimore, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 608-8227806, fennimore.com October 1-31 Community Scarecrows diplayed in downtown Lancaster. Mobile map available, 608-723-2820, lancasterwisconsin.com e Pick Th of The Crop 115 Years in Business
Oakwood Fruit Farm Annual Open House in Richland Center, WI. Photo by Ricki Bishop.
October 2 Soup & Sandwich Supper in Community Building, Belmont, WI from 4-8 p.m. with soups, sandwiches, bars & beverages, 608-762-5114 October 3 BaconFest at Grand River Center, Dubuque, IA, 5-8 p.m. with taste-testing & voting on best dishes
October 4 Warehouse Paranormal Investigations 9 p.m. – The 1912, 177 E. Haseltine, Richland Center, WI, $40 per person, Eventbrite.com October 4 Wisconsin’s Own Chris Kroeze Live in Concert, 7 p.m. at Richland Center City Auditorium, 182 N. Central, Richland Center, WI
Oakwood
Fruit Farm Richland Center
Located 4 miles north of Sextonville.
31128 Apple Ridge Rd., Richland Center, WI 608-585-2701 Fax: 608-585-2008 www.oakwoodfruitfarm.com The retail sales area located in the heart of the orchard, is the center of activity during harvest time.
“The Place For Family Fun!� Open Mid August to Christmas
Land Pride
SIMPSON’S TRACTOR INC Pine River Leasing New & Used Equipment Sales, Service & Rental
• Over 20 varieties of apples • All fruits carefully harvested by hand • Fresh homemade caramel apples • Homemade apple cider doughnuts & other baked goods • Pure golden honey • Fresh apple cider • Gift boxes available • We ship UPS • Come check us out!
1710 US Hwy 14E Richland Center WI 53581 (608) 647-6343 Fax (608) 647-3813 www.simpsonsfordtractor.com
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Day on the Farm at UW-P Pioneer Farm in Platteville, WI. • • • • • • • •
Lodging & Dining 9 Hole Golf Course Bowling World Class Trout Streams Disc Golf Course, City Outdoor Pool UTV/ATV Route Hunting, Parks, Oakwood Nature Park Visit Fennimore Historical Railroad Society Mueseum and Fennimore Doll & Toy Museum
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October 4-6 Fall Festival at Aspen Ridge Home & Garden, 915 Ridge Street in Mineral Point with sales, shopping & foodstand on Saturday, aspenridgemineralpoint.com October 4-6 Color Fest in Richland Center, WI & Surrounding Area, city wide garage sales, Oakwood Fruit Farm Customer Appreciation Days, Wheels of Time, Canyon of Lights Night Parade, Fall Bike Ride October 4-6 Oakwood Fruit Farm Annual Open House, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 31720 Apple Ridge Rd., Richland Center, WI October 4-6 Wheels of Time Richland County Fairgrounds, 23630 Cty. Hwy. AA, Richland Center, WI with vintage trucks, tractors, cars & gas engines; sawmill, shredding & threshing demonstrations, lunch stand, 608-647-6859 October 5 Cheesefest in Shullsburg, WI with entertainment, hayrides, arts & crafts, food & refreshments, 608-482-1859 October 5 St. Paul Lutheran Church Harvest Festival from 4:30-8 p.m. at the Town Hall, Burton, 608-725-5569 October 5 Tri-State’s Largest Chili Cook-off, Cable Car Square, Dubuque, IA. Chili tasting, kids’ games, other food, entertainment & beverage vendors
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Boscobel, WI
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October 5 Harvest Festival Parade on Madison St., downtown Lancaster, 11 a.m., 608-723-2820, lancasterwisconsin.com October 5 Annual United Methodist Church Hog Roast at 1610 19th St., Hazel Green with crafts & dinner from 3-7 p.m., 608-854-2742 October 5 Fourth Annual Day on the Farm at UW-P Pioneer Farm, 29200 College Farm Rd., Platteville, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 608-348-8888 October 5 20th Annual Canyon of Lights Parade Richland Center, WI at 7 p.m. A fun night to light things up and have some fun.
Explore this farming community & easily connect with food producers. Photo by Ricki Bishop.
October 5 Visiting our Ancestors from 12:30-3 p.m. Costumed interpreters present a guided tour of historic cemeteries & ends atop a bluff. Tours start at Fort Crawford Museum, 717 S. Beaumont Rd., Prairie du Chien, WI, 608-326-6960
October 5 Tri-State’s Largest Chili Cook-Off at Cable Car Square in Dubuque, IA. Come taste some of the best chili from the TriState’s best cooks. Kid’s games, football, food & beverage vendors, 563-557-8159, calicobeanmarket.com
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6-12 Person Cabin Rentals
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Safe & Spooky Halloween at Stonefield Historic Site, in Cassville, WI.
October 5 & 6 Swiss Valley Trail Run, Swiss Valley Nature Preserve, Dubuque, IA. This course features creek crossings, steep inclines & rugged terrain. Race lengths include 25k, 10-mile & 5-mile, starting consecutively at 8, 9 & 10 a.m. October 5 & 6 Shihata’s Orchard Fest with apples, jams & jellies, award winning cider, pumpkins, Wisconsin wine, cheese & sausage, wagon rides in the orchard, Country Fun Park, & The Pumpkin Patch. Six miles North of Prairie du Chien on Hwy. 27, left on Limery Rd. or North on Hwy. 35 & right on Limery Road October 5 & 6 Hill & Valley Exploration Tour in Northern Sauk & Richland Counties. Explore this vibrant farming community, experience rural living first hand & easily connect with local art & food producers. www. explorehillandvalley.com October 5 & 6 Schmitt Woodland Hills Quilt Show & Open House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 1400 W. Seminary, Richland Center, WI October 5 & 6 Fall Arts & Crafts Festival Handmade arts & crafts, music, food at Triangle Park, McGregor, IA October 6 Ocooch Fall Bike Ride in Richland Center. Enjoy climbing hills & falling descents for those looking for 15, 31, & 46 mile rides. The 8 mile tour takes riders on a nature bonanza. Registration from 9-10 a.m. at Symons Recreation Complex Center. Chili lunch & a post ride shower, sauna, whirlpool, & swimming available from 12:30-4:30 p.m., www.richlandhospital.com
Wisconsin
Muscoda Chamber of Commerce encourages you to visit
M U S C O DA
Muscoda is nestled in the corner of three counties - Grant, Iowa and Richland and located in the heart of the Lower Wisconsin State Riverway
Save the date for the
Annual Mushroom Fest
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May 15-17
• Comedy Shows Starting mid-November • Friday Fish Fry - Sunday Buffet • Large Group Seating
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www.TheOpalMan.com June through Oct: Open 10-6 Nov through May: Open 10-5 Closed Tuesdays and Sundays
Home Cooking at its finest!
(608) 348-7899 9315 State Rd 80, Platteville, WI Carryouts Available
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Top Picks
★★★★★ for your Dining Pleasure... Loganville Aunt Ozie’s Cafe ... “Made From Scratch�
Arthur The Arthur House
(608) 348-7899 9315 Hwy. 80 N., Platteville, WI Delicious made-from-scratch meals in a casual setting. Affordable food with a supper club atmosphere. Live comedic performances beginning in November.
Boscobel A&W
507 Elm St., Boscobel, WI (608) 375-5171 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ All American food! Mon.-Sat., 10am-10pm & Sun., 10:30am-10pm.
Boscobel Bowl & Banquet
16971 Hwy. 61 S, Boscobel, WI (608) 375-2200 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Full menu, salad bar & banquet facilities.
Hillsboro Beezers Bar and Grill
1235 Water Ave., Hillsboro, WI (608) 489-3000 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Located in the Hillsboro Hotel with a separate entrance. Breezers offers an extensive menu of appetizers, sandwiches, pizza and a full dinner.
Lansing, IA Nutmeg’s Bakery & Cafe
367 Main St. Lansing, IA 52151 (563) 538-9214 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Closed Mon. & Tues.; Wed.-Fri., 6am-1pm; Sat. & Sun., 7am-1pm. Serving breakfast, lunch & homemade baked goods daily.
Lime Ridge Branding Iron Roadhouse Farm to Fork Eatery ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 132 S. Main St., Lime Ridge, WI 608-986-2807 Serving delicious burgers made from Fearing Angus Beef & other locally grown food. Open Wed.-Sun.at noon.
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200 Main St., Loganville, WI 608-727-2868 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Breakfast, lunch & Friday night fish featuring grand champion pies. Open Wed.-Thur., 8am-2pm, 4:30-7pm; Fri.-Sat., 8am-2pm, 4:30-8pm; Sun. 8am-2pm
Marquette, IA Casino Queen-Market Street
100 Anti Monopoly, Marquette, IA 1-800-496-8238 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Open daily 11am-8pm. Chefs work with local farmers & food producers to infuse your meal with fresh local flavor.
Mineral Point Tony’s Tap
10 Commerce St., # A, Mineral Point, WI (608) 987-2211 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Voted as Iowa County’s best bar, along with best burger and best bartender! Direct access to the multi-use Cheese Country Trail!
Popolo Pizza
20 Commerce St., Mineral Point, WI (608) 987-0480 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Offering hand tossed, wood fire cooked pizza, locally sourced meat, vegetables & cheese. Check out our eclectic weekend specials featuring fish & steaks.
Midway Bar & Grill
140 High St., Mineral Point, WI (608) 987-4309 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Offering an assortment of local brews on tap, deliciously loaded Bloody Mary’s on Sat. & Sun., homemade pizza (voted #1 in Iowa County) and daily specials centered in a small town atmosphere.
Platteville Platteville VFW Club Bar & Grill
110 E. Mineral St. Platteville, WI 608-348-8883 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Mon.-Fri. lunch specials. Nightly specials along with regular menu. Thurs. night tacos. Happy hour specials.
Richland Center Christy’s Sunny Side Bakery, Deli & Catering
101 W. Court St., Richland Center, WI 608-649-2253 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ From scratch bakery. Deli sandwiches, soups, & salads. Daily lunch specials. Deli cheese, meat, & salads available by the pound. Follow us on Facebook.
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Witches & Wine on Main Street in Darlington, WI.
October 9 Ladies Night Out at The BARn in Platteville, WI from 5-8 p.m. All are welcome including food trucks & vendors, 608-348-2374 October 11-31 The Haunted Halls of Terror from 7-10 p.m. on Friday & Saturday nights, www. hallsofterrorpdc.com October 12 Hybrid Redneck Rally Richland County Fairgrounds www. hybridredneck.com
October 12 Annual Firemen’s Dance at 1080 8th St., Fennimore, 7-11 p.m., fennimore.com October 12 & 13 29th Annual Harvest Festival Music, food & tours at 16008 Pine Tree Rd., Highland, WI, 608-929-7692, www. SpurgeonVineyards.com October 12 & 13 Hill & Valley Exploration Tour Experience rural living in Northern Sauk & Richland Counties first hand, www. explorehillandvalley.com
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October 6 Modernism Lecture with Lon Arbegust from 3-4 p.m., A.D. German Warehouse, 300 S. Church St., Richland Center, WI October 6 Dubuque Flea Market & Antique Show, Dubuque County Fairgrounds, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Features vendors with a range of antiques, arts & crafts, hobbyist & collectors, as well as new & used merchandise
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October 12 & 13 29th Annual Harvest Festival Live Music, Grilled Food, Free Winery Tours & More November 23 & 24 15th Annual Christmas Open House Wine Sale, Special Sampling & Holiday Gift Ideas Please Check Website or Call for Details.
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Annual Breweriana & Flea Market at Brewery Parking Lot in Potosi, WI.
October 12 & 13 Flea Market including food stand under the bridge in Marquette, IA October 12 & 13 Leaf Arts & Crafts Festival Various handmade arts & crafts, music, food at Triangle Park, McGregor, IA October 13 21st Annual Octoberfest Polka Festival, Dubuque County Fairgrounds, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Music from the Zweifel Brothers Band & Lyle Beaver & the Brass Notes
October 13 Annual Breweriana & Flea Market, Brewery Parking Lot, Potosi, WI, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 608-642-0321 October 13 Davies Memorial U.C.C. Chicken & Biscuit Dinner, 134 N. Main St., Potosi, WI, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 608763-2165 October 17 Wine Walk in Stoughton, WI from 5 -8 p.m. offering one-of-a-kind shops in a vibrant arts district. Must be 21+ to participate, www.stoughtonwi.com
October 17 Witches Night Out, National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Dubuque, IA, 6-9 p.m. Sample witches brew & wine from local vendors. Guests must be 21 & older October 18 St. Mary Parish Fish Fry 4:30-7:30 p.m., 160 W. Fourth St, Richland Center, WI serving cod, baked potato, cheesy potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, milk, coffee, fee, 608-647-4470
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October 18 Off the Vine stroll in & out of Dodgeville, WI businesses to sample wines & snacks! You’ll receive a wristband, a wine glass & a wine guide. Tickets available at the Chamber October 19 Safe & Spooky Halloween at Stonefield Historic Site, Cassville, WI, 3-8 p.m., Trick-or-Treat through the childfriendly “haunted� Stonefield Village from 6:30-8 p.m., 608-7255210, www.stonefield. wisconsinhistory.org October 19 Oktoberfest from 11 a.m.5:30 p.m. on St. Feriole Island Memorial Gardens, 200 N. 4th St., Prairie Du Chien, WI. German food, drink, games & music. Parade held at 10 a.m. downtown
October 19 A Haunting on Lincoln Avenue, Mathias Ham Historic Site, Dubuque, IA. Crafts, games & special activities will take place throughout the day October 19 & 20 Oktoberfest Celebration with food, fun & festivities, live music in the wine garden both days 1-4 p.m., free wine tasting, Eagles Landing Winery, Marquette, IA. 217 N. Street, Marquette, IA October 20 Fall Festival at St. Philomena Catholic Church, Belmont, WI from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. serving ham & turkey & dressing dinner featuring raffle & crafts, belmontwi.com October 23 American Legion Burgers in the Park in Muscoda, 4-8 p.m.
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October 23 Witches & Wine on Main Street, in Darlington from 5-8:30 p.m. with businesses having wine samples & shopping! 608-776-3067 October 24 Trunk or Treat, Dubuque County Fairgrounds, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Similar to “Trick or Treating� except, instead of kids going from house to house they are going from car to car for treats. October 25 Wine Walk, Downtown Richland Center, WI from 5:30-8:30 p.m., 608-6472911 October 26 Haunted Mine Tour at the Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums, Platteville, WI, 6-10 p.m. Descend into the 1845 Bevans Lead Mine for a lantern-lit tour, Mining.jamison.museum
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October 26 Annual Halloween Block Party with decorated car trunks for kids trick or treating, games & music for dancing at 222 N. Iowa Street, Dodgeville, WI October 26 Hole in the Sock Gang 1880s Street Theatre The Old West comes alive in downtown McGregor, IA, with a re-enactment of bank robberies, shootouts, saloon girls, free show 1 p.m. October 26 Villa Louis After Dark This lamplight tour encounters with historic figures of long ago. Costumed visitors hand out treats & tales. St. Feriole Island, Prairie du Chien, WI, 6-9 p.m., villalouis. wisconsinhistory.org
Enjoy the Halloween activities throughout the area including Verona, WI.
October 27 STS Andrew Thomas Fall Festival at the School, Potosi, WI, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 608-763-2671 October 27 Mad Scientist Party, National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Dubuque, IA, 4-6 p.m. Dress in costume & visit the museum for some
kid friendly, non-scary Halloween fun in a safe, indoor space October 31 Trick or Treat/Halloween in Verona, WI from 3:30-5 p.m. October 31 Halloween Costume Contest in Belmont Elementary School Gym at 7 p.m. belmontwi.com
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Finding Neverland broadway
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November 2 Holy Ghost Bingo open at 5 p.m., show at 6 p.m., City Auditorium, 182 N. Central, Richland Center, WI, www. jamacianmissionprogram. com November 3 Model Railroad Show, Dubuque County Fairgrounds, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Buy, sell, trade & view displays, 175 vendor tables November 5 United Methodist Church Election Day Pasty & Chicken N Biscuit Supper at 1610 19th St., Hazel Green, 4-7 p.m. 608-8542742 November 9 Annual Hike Bike Banquet in Boscobel, 4 p.m. happy hour & meal at 5 p.m. $25/ticket
Local artist and crafters show their products at craft fair in Fitchburg, WI.
November 9 & 10 Holiday Gift Fair Over 30 vendors include local artists and crafters including pottery, African straw baskets, honey and related products, jewelry, quilted/knit/crochet/sewn items, candles, soap and many others, www.stoughtonwi.com
November 10 Fall Dinner at Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Belmont, WI from 10:45am-1pm serving Swiss steak dinner with carry-outs available & featuring a raffle & bake sale. Call 608.762.5146 or visit belmontwi.com
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November 15 St. Mary Parish Fish Fry 4:30-7:30pm, 160 W. Fourth St, Richland Center, WI, serving cod, baked potato, cheesy potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, milk, coffee, fee, 608-647-4470 November 15-17 Midwest Yoga & Oneness Festival, Grand River Center, Dubuque, IA. All shapes, sizes, ages, genders & levels of fitness & experience are welcome, including beginners November 16 Holiday Craft & Gift Fair at Hoffman Hall, 1600 S. Wacouta Ave., Prairie du Chien, WI, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., over 50 vendors, music played throughout the day
Celebrate the holidays at local wineries, including Eagles Landing Winery.
November 16 & 17 Home for the Holidays Sample warm mulled wines. Free wine tasting 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Eagles Landing Winery, 127 N., St., Marquette, IA November 22-24 Holiday Open House at Aspen Ridge Home & Garden, 915 Ridge Street in Mineral Point with
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A Bit of Yesteryear Christmas & Tour of Homes on Water Street, Shullsburg, WI.
November 22 - January 1 Hillcrest Family Services Reflections in the Park, Murphy Park, Dubuque, IA. Open from 5 to 10 p.m. each day. Tickets are $10.00 at the gate or $8 is advance November 23 Opening Weekend Sales in Lancaster. Set your alarm to save big bucks! Retailers open their doors with great holiday savings, lancasterwisconsin.com November 23 Potosi Tennyson Back Home for Christmas, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with craft show, silent auction, visit with Santa & holiday open houses at local businesses, potosiwisconsin.com November 23 The Texas Tenors: Deep in the Heart of Christmas, University of Dubuque Heritage Center, 2255 Bennett St., 7:30 p.m.
November 23 Christmas in Cassville all day, visit cassville.org November 23 Double Santa Bucks at participating Platteville area businesses, 608-3488888 November 23 Area Craft Fairs, Middle School, High School & Senior & Community Center, Richland Center, WI November 23 & 24 Annual Christmas Open House at Spurgeon Vineyards, 16008 Pine Tree Rd., Highland. Free live music, wine tasting & food samplings. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., spurgeonvineyards.com November 24 5th Annual Tree Lighting at Leahy Memorial Park from 5 p.m.-? featuring caroling & fellowship with cookies & hot cocoa, 608-762-5142
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November 27 - December 31 Rotary Lights in the Park 6-9 p.m., Runs through Krouskop Park, Richland Center, WI, www. richlandcounty rotaryclub.com November 28 Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot from 8 a.m.-Noon. Three-mile run/walk, Hoffman Hall, 1600 S. Wacouta, Prairie du Chien, WI, 608-326-7207 November 28 Champagne & Chocolates, National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium, Dubuque, IA, 6-9 p.m. An adults-only evening of food & shopping. Space is limited & advanced tickets are encouraged November 29-30 A Bit of Yesteryear Christmas & Tour of Homes on Water Street, Shullsburg, WI. All day events with lighted Christmas parade, 608-482-1859
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Prairie du Chien along Blackhawk Ave. beginning at 5:30 p.m. December 6 & 7 Katie’s Garden Winter Wonderland at 275 W. Bus. Hwy. 151, Platteville. Free photo with Santa, write letters to Santa & enjoy lights of the season, 608-348-8888 December 6-8 Hometown Holidays in Verona, WI. Visit with Santa, tree lighting ceremony, chili supper, ice sculptures & much more fun through out town
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December 6-8 Candy Canes, Cookies & Cocoa Weekend at Aspen Ridge Home & Garden, 915 Ridge Street in Mineral Point with Santa Visit on Sunday, train display in greenhouse, candlelight shopping & greenhouse, aspenridgemineralpoint. com December 6-9 Hometown Heartfelt Holiday in downtown Lancaster include Light Up Lancaster ceremony, business open houses, carriage rides, library luminaries, Santa at the Courthouse, Grant Regional Health Center Festival of Trees, Auxiliary Love Lights & the Festival of Taste, lancasterwisconsin.com
Christmas Festival in Darlington, WI includes floating Christmas trees.
December 7 St John’s CCW Christmas Bazaar in Muscoda, www.muscoda.com December 7 Christmas Parade & Festival on Main St., Darlington, WI. Evening lighted Christmas parade with a visit from Santa in his candy striped tent by the river. Christmas
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A winter delight can be found at Effigy Mounds in Harpers Ferry , IA.
December 7 Holiday Party with Santa Claus at High School Cafeteria at 9 a.m. with crafts, activities, cookies, milk, face painting, reindeer games, music & movies, 608-732-5254 December 7 Ugly Sweater Fun Run/ Walk, 5:30 p.m., Check in at 4 p.m. at Symons Recreation Complex, Richland Center, WI December 7 Dave & Cliff Show, 7 p.m., $10 Cover, The 1912, 177 E. Haseltine St., Richland Center, WI December 7 Holiday Family Concert, Five Flags Center, 405 Main St., Dubuque, IA, 1 p.m. This concert, featuring vocalists from the Dubuque Chorale Children’s Choir & members of the Heartland Ballet, lasts about an hour
December 7 Breakfast with Santa, Hotel Julien Dubuque, 8-11 a.m. Along with breakfast, there will be crafts, cookie decorating, Christmas stories, music & a visit from Santa. Reservations are recommended December 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 28-29 Home for the Holidays, Mathias Ham Historic Site, Dubuque, IA. The site will host a series of Victorian-themed holiday events during weekends in December titled “Christmas at the Ham House� December 7 & 14 Santa at the Courthouse at 130 W. Maple St., Lancaster, 9-11 a.m. Santa arrives on a fire truck! Photos available for $3 or bring your own camera, lancasterwisconsin.com
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December 8 St. Charles Advent Breakfast from 9 a.m.-Noon at St Charles School, 521 E. Dewey St., Cassville, cassville.org December 8 Ecumenical Cantata at Montfort United Methodist Church, 10 a.m. with songs & readings to celebrate the real meaning of Christmas, 608-943-6606 December 8 Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert, Five Flags Center, 405 Main St., 2 p.m. The Dubuque Symphony Orchestra will be joined by vocalists Tamara Jenkins & Jay Montgomery, the Dubuque Chorale & members of the Heartland Ballet
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The Oak Ridge Boys’ Down-Home Christmas, Five Flags Center in Dubuque, IA.
December 8 35th Annual Hazel Green Christmas Walk includes craft fair, food, vendors & Santa’s workshop at Southwestern High School Gym, 1105 Maple St., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Knights of Columbus Breakfast at the St Francis de Sales Hall serving pancakes, hash browns, Weber sausage, eggs & more from 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 608-854-2360 December 8 Holly Ball, Dubuque County Fairgrounds. Doors will open at 4 p.m. & the dance is 5 to 9 p.m. Ticket price is $20. A cash bar & limited walk-up concession kitchen will be available
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December 14 Holiday Mine Sing: Cornish Men’s Chorus Underground & Platteville Chorale Up Top at The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums in Platteville, 4 p.m. The Chough Singers of Mineral Point will perform a selection of lively Cornish standards underground in the 1845 Bevans Lead Mine following a traditional Christmas choral presentation in the Museums. $10/person, mining.jamison. museums December 14 Santa Day at the Muscoda Library, www.muscoda.com December 14 - 22 The Nutcracker Ballet presented by the Dubuque City Youth Ballet at the Grand Opera House in Dubuque, IA, www.thegrandoperahouse.com December 19 The Oak Ridge Boys’ Down-Home Christmas, Five Flags Center, 405 Main St. Dubuque, IA December 21 & 22 Home for the Holidays at Eagles Landing Winery, 127 N. Street Marquette, IA. A perfect hoilday treat! Sample warm mulled wines. Free wine tasting from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
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December 23 - 28 Who’s Holiday at the the Grand Opera House in Dubuque, IA, general admission, starring Michelle Blanchard, www. thegrandoperahouse.com December 26-31 Carp Fest including lighted sledding hill, torchlight ski/hike, skating party, bowling, snow bowl football, ice fishing & more. For a list of activities contact the City Parks & Rec, Prairie du Chien, WI, 608-326-7207 December 31 Celebrating Sinatra, Bryan Anthony with Hunter Fuerste at the Grand Opera House in Dubuque, IA, www. thegrandoperahouse. com
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Retro Rewind 2020, Five Flags Center, 405 Main St., Dubuque, IA. Traditional hot rods, custom cars & vintage motorcycle show. Vendors & artists dealing in automobilia, guitars & other music items
January 17 St. Mary Parish Fish Fry 4:30-7:30pm, 160 W. Fourth St, Richland Center, WI, serving cod, baked potato, cheesy potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, milk, coffee, fee, 608-647-4470
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March UW-Platteville Richland Annual Garden Expo, UW-Platteville Richland Campus, ce.uwc.edu March 13 St. Mary Parish Fish Fry 4:30-7:30pm, 160 W. Fourth St, Richland Center, WI, serving cod, baked potato, cheesy potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, milk, coffee, fee, 608-647-4470 March 21 Vic Ferrari Symphony on the Rocks City Auditorium, 182 N. Central Ave., Richland Center, WI, www. rcpac.org March 28 - April 5 Coppelia presented by The Heartland Ballet at the the Grand Opera House in Dubuque, IA, www. thegrandoperahouse.com April 11 Sportsmen’s Extravaganza, Senior & Community Center in Richland Center May 2 & 3 A Grand Reveal at the the Grand Opera House in Dubuque, IA, www.thegrandoperahouse.com 367 Main St, Lansing, IA Megan & Patty Manning, Owners
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