Events for June 26 - July 10
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CLASS: Tie-Dye Party at Angel Dreams Studios 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM • E2516 Brace Road, Lone Rock • angeldreamsstudios.com • All ages • $20/participant • Kick off summer with a vibrant tie-dye session! Bring two 100% cotton items to dye—such as shirts or tea towels—and enjoy a relaxed, hands-on class open to all ages and abilities. All dyes and supplies provided. Email angeldreamsstudios@gmail.com to RSVP.
Storytime 10:30 AM • Lone Rock Community Library, 234 North Broadway St, Lone Rock • lonerocklibrary.wordpress.com • All ages • FREE • Families are invited to enjoy stories and activity time- this week features watercolor fan fun!
The Wonders of Physics 1:00 PM • Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • kraemerlibrary.org • All ages • FREE with ticket • A lively, hands-on presentation by the UW–Madison Physics Department packed with demonstrations that reveal the fascinating physics in everyday life. Tickets required — available at the front desk beginning at 10:00 AM the day of the event. Attendance is limited.
Stitch and Bitch 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM • Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St, Spring Green • springgreengeneralstore.com • FREE • The Spring Green General Store’s Stitch and Bitch handwork group meets Thursday afternoons weekly. All are welcome. Lone Rock Farmers Market 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM • Center Park, 326 E Liberty St., Lone Rock • Shop local and join us every Thursday for fun, food, flowers, and all your favorites! Visit the Lone Rock Farmers Market group on Facebook for weekly updates on vendors and raffle items. Raffle drawing at 6PM. $1 per ticket. Stop by the LRFM booth to enter!
Spring Green Recreational Soccer 5:30 PM • River Valley Middle School fields, 660 W
Daley St, Spring Green • For more information look up Spring Green Recreational Soccer on Facebook • Ages 12+ • Tuesday and Thursday evenings (weather permitting) Casual and fun community play for teens and adults.
LOCAL NIGHT: Camela Widad 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM • Post House Garden, 119 East Jefferson St, Spring Green • shedbarandgrill.com • FREE • Come enjoy an evening of great tunes and vibes with this local performance.
LIVE MUSIC: The Firesides 6:00 PM • Grounds at American Players Theatre, 5950 Golf Course Rd, Spring Green • americanplayers.org/events/midsummer-music • All ages • FREE • As part of APT’s Midsummer Music series, enjoy acoustic sounds from The Firesides while picnicking on the grounds before the evening show. Most Wednesdays and Thursdays all summer.
Evenings Afield – Bats Bouncing Back 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM • Hillside Theater at Taliesin, 6604 Hwy 23, Spring Green • driftlessconservancy.org • All ages • Learn about bat species, research, and monitoring efforts from DNR biologist Jennifer Redell. Includes an indoor presentation and a post-sunset observation of bats emerging from roosts. Registration closed.
Karaoke with Karl Gfall 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM • Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret, 137 W Jefferson St, Spring Green • slowpokelounge.com • Fourth Friday karaoke hosted by Karl Gfall. Take the mic or cheer from the crowd—sing until last call (end time flexible).
Firecracker Fling 2025 Ride – Day 1 6:00 AM • Big Valley Ranch, 7488 Leaches Crossing Rd, Avoca • For more information look up Firecracker Fling on Facebook • AERC and UMECRA-sanctioned competitive and endurance rides including. Day one will include 50-mile endurance, 25-mile limited distance, 25-mile competitive trail, and 10-mile introductory rides.
Spring Green Farmers Market (Temporary Location) 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM • The Sh*tty Barn, 506 E Madison St, Spring Green • springgreenfarmersmarket.com • Shop fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, and more at this special Art Fair weekend market, featuring radio bluegrass music in a lively, rustic setting. Spring Green Arts & Crafts Fair Day One- Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM • Jefferson Street, Spring Green • springgreenartfair.com • Free admission • Over 150 juried artists and craftspeople from across the country exhibit in 20 categories including jewelry, sculpture, photography, fiber, and more. Food booths by local groups. Live music on The Shed Patio throughout the weekend. All ages.
CLASS: Grow and Gather – Summer Foraging with Abbie Lehman 9:30 AM –12:30 PM • Taliesin Preservation, 5607 County Road C, Spring Green • taliesinpreservation.org/events • $45 • Learn to identify and responsibly forage summer wild edibles on a guided 1.1-mile hike through Phoebe Point Trail with Taliesin’s Kitchen Gardener. Includes discussion on safety, plant families, and foraging ethics. Registration required.
Psychic Readings with Rae Lynn Fischer 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM • North Earth Crystals & Gifts, 4500 Reutten Rd, Spring Green • For more information look up North Earth Crystals & Gifts on Facebook • $60/half hour or $30/fifteen minutes • Life-long intuitive Rae Lynn offers spiritual readings as a psychic, medium, and healer. Walk-ins accepted if available; call 608-588-3313 to book in advance.
LIVE MUSIC: Big Night Out 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM • Wisconsin Riverside Resort, S13220 Shifflet Rd, Spring Green • wiriverside.com/entertainment • All ages • No cover charge • Take a break and treat yourself to some live entertainment paired with delicious food on the Wisconsin River, just minutes from the fair!
The Archaeology of Governor Dodge State Park 3:00PM • Governor Dodge State Park amphitheater, 4175 Hwy 23 N, Dodgeville • All ages • Free (park vehicle admission pass required) • Join archaeologists of Driftless Pathways for an exploration of Indigenous cultures spanning 10,000 years. For more info, email Abigail.Kreger@wisconsin.gov or call (608)-935-2315.
Open Euchre 5:00 PM • Arena VFW Hall, 514 Willow St, Arena • $5 • This friendly euchre night welcomes players of all skill levels. Held the last Saturday of every month, with BBQ, chips, and beans available for purchase. No partner needed!
CANCELLED: LIVE MUSIC: The Getaway with Alys & the Ark 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM • Twin Crix, 6679 State Road, Spring Green • $20 at the door • Enjoy a sparkling night of live music with The Getaway and Alys & the Ark, plus wood-fired pizza on the farm.
SOLD OUT: LIVE MUSIC- Sh*tty Barn Session 338 – 'Collections of Colonies of Bees // The Hallelujah Ward' 7:00 PM (Doors 6:00 PM) • Sh*tty Barn, 506 E Madison St, Spring Green • shittybarnsessions.com • Advance tickets sold out. That said, tickets often come up that people can't use, so check out SH*TTY TICKET SWAP, which helps to connect ticket buyers and sellers • Experimental pop-rock innovators Collections of Colonies of Bees return with vocalist Marielle Allschwang, joined by Milwaukee’s Hallelujah Ward for a powerful night of genre-defying music. 21+. Universe in the Park 9:00 PM • Governor Dodge State Park amphitheater, 4175 Hwy 23 N, Dodgeville • All ages • Free (park vehicle admission pass required) • Join UW Space Place astronomers for a rain-or-shine astronomy talk, recent space-news discussion, and a weather-dependent star party under the dark skies. Contact Abigail Kreger at Abigail.Kreger@wisconsin.gov or (608)-935-2315 for more info and any questions.
Firecracker Fling 2025 Ride – Day 2 6:00 AM • Big Valley Ranch, 7488 Leaches Crossing Rd, Avoca • For more information look up Firecracker Fling on Facebook • Day two continues with 50-mile endurance, 25-mile limited distance, 25-mile competitive trail, and 10-mile novice rides.
Spring Green Arts & Crafts Fair Day Two- Sunday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Jefferson Street, Spring Green • springgreenartfair.com • Free admission • Over 150 juried artists and craftspeople from across the country exhibit in 20 categories including jewelry, sculpture, photography, fiber, and more. Food booths by local groups. Live music on The Shed Patio throughout the weekend. All ages.
'Wright and The Valley with Keiran Murphy 10:00 AM • Unity Chapel, 6596 County Hwy TZ, Spring Green • Historian Keiran Murphy explores Frank Lloyd Wright’s legacy and ties to the Spring Green area as part of Unity Chapel’s summer series. All are welcome.
St. John the Baptist (Mill Creek Catholic Church) Open House 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Mass at 1:00 PM) • Mill Creek Catholic Church, E6976 County Rd C, Arena • Following Mass, all are invited to a potluck dinner on the church grounds. A welcoming afternoon of community and fellowship at this historic rural parish
Tarot Readings with Gwyn Padden-Lechten 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM • North Earth Crystals & Gifts, 4500 Reutten Rd, Spring Green • For more information look up Borth Earth Crystals & Gifts on Facebook • Dreamwalker and nature-centered psychic medium Gwyn Padden-Lechten offers intuitive readings and dream interpretation. Walk-ins accepted if space allows; call 608-588-3313 to reserve.
LIVE MUSIC: Just Merl and A Girl 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM • Wisconsin Riverside Resort, S13220 Shifflet Rd, Spring Green • wiriverside.com • All ages • Enjoy an afternoon of river fun, food, drinks, and live music from Just Merl and A Girl
LIVE MUSIC: Joscho Stephan & Harmonious Wail 4:30 PM • Witwen Campground, S9855 County Hwy E, Sauk City • Free • witwenconcerts.com • Gypsy swing style takes center stage with guitarist Joscho Stephan, joined by Harmonious Wail • Grounds and concessions open 2 hours prior • Bring lawn chairs—and your corkscrew!
LIVE MUSIC: Season Preview - Ark Music 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM • Twin Crix, 6679 State Road 23, Spring Green • twincrix.com/events • FREE • Kick off the season with the first participatory music-making experience of the year in the barn. Bring your own instrument or use one of the many provided. Stay as late as you want. Campfire gathering, BYOB.
Monday, June 30
Bubble Wonders Show 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM • Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • kraemerlibrary.org • All ages • Tickets required • This inspiring and educational bubble show features bubble caterpillars, volcanoes, dancing bubbles, and even a kid inside a bubble. Attendance is limited.
CLASS: Introduction to Knitting 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Ages 15+ • Free • Learn or refresh basic knitting techniques (cast on, knit, purl, cast off) in a relaxed, supportive setting. Materials for a small project are provided. Registration required at forms.gle/jx8h9oxeEcrsbG8d6.
Thriving Land – Farming While Embracing a Land Ethic 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM • The Octagon Barn, E4350 Horseshoe Rd, Spring Green • morrilllectures.org • A panel of Wisconsin farmers—including John & Kim Koepke, Joe & Theresa Stapleton, and John & Halee Wepking—share their unique conservation practices and land stewardship philosophies, moderated by Dick Cates. Free and open to the public.
APT Prom 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM • Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret, 137 W Jefferson St, Spring Green • slowpokelounge.com • Celebrate the opening of APT's first round of shows with a lively, late-night dance party. Dress in your prom best and join the fun with APT company and fans. Open to all.
Mark Hayward Yo-Yo Show 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • All ages • Internationally known “Juggler, Yo-yoer, and Cool Guy” Mark Hayward brings his hilarious stunt show to the library. Expect comedy, impressive tricks, and sore cheeks from laughing.
Summer Afternoon Storytime 4:30 PM • Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • kraemerlibrary.org • Preschool to age 8 • FREE • Each Tuesday, kids enjoy stories, singing, and hands-on art projects as part of the Color Our World summer series. Creative fun for young children all summer long.
Yarn Rocks! 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St., Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Meet fellow knitters, get beginner to mid-level knitting help, learn new skills, and enjoy the social and health benefits of craft work. Drop in anytime; no registration required.
Spring Green Recreational Soccer 5:30 PM • River Valley Middle School fields, 660 W Daley St, Spring Green • For more information look up Spring Green Recreational Soccer on Facebook • Ages 12+ • Tuesday and Thursday evenings (weather permitting) Casual and fun community play for teens and adults.
Wednesday, July 2
Art-Mazing/Storytime Combo! 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • FREE • Enjoy art-themed stories followed by hands-on book-inspired art activities. Open to all ages of young readers and artists.
LIVE MUSIC: Dylan Harris 6:00 PM • American Players Theatre Grounds, 5950 Golf Course Rd, Spring Green • americanplayers.org • Free live acoustic set by Dylan Harris as part of APT’s Midsummer Music series. Enjoy the sounds while picnicking!
SOLD OUT: LIVE MUSIC- Sh*tty Barn Session 339 – 'Jenny Don’t and the Spurs // Bandits on the Run' 7:00 PM (Doors 6:00 PM) • Sh*tty Barn, 506 E Madison St, Spring Green • shittybarnsessions.com • Advance tickets sold out. That said, tickets often come up that people can't use, so check out SH*TTY TICKET SWAP, which helps to connect ticket buyers and sellers • Country-western powerhouse Jenny Don’t and the Spurs return with a high-energy set, joined by NYC’s cinematic indie-pop trio Bandits on the Run. 21+.
Cornhole League 7:00 PM • Buena Vista Bicentennial Park, 33000 Fulton St, Gotham • All ages • Weekly Wednesday night cornhole league hosted by the Buena Vista Lions Club. Concessions available on-site with burgers, brats, hot dogs, fries, cheese curds, and beverages. For details or to sign up, contact Mikey Randall (608-696-9643) or Jake Kleckner (608-739-2322). Text preferred.
Thursday, July 3
Storytime 10:30 AM • Lone Rock Community Library, 234 North Broadway St, Lone Rock • lonerocklibrary.wordpress.com • All ages • FREE • Families are invited to enjoy stories and activity time- "Celebrate America" this week!
CLASS: Skills & Drills Youth Basketball Training 10:30 AM - 1:40 PM • River Valley High School, 660 Varsity Blvd, Spring Green • sethkostroskihoops.com • All ages (Grades 3–12) • Free (Donations appreciated) • Open basketball skills training led by experienced coach Seth Kostroski. No registration required. Separate sessions by grade: Grades 9–12 (10:30–11:30 AM), Grades 6–8 (11:35 AM–12:35 PM), Grades 3–5 (12:40–1:40 PM). Bring your own ball. Sponsored by RV Youth Basketball. Stitch and Bitch 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM • Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St, Spring Green • springgreengeneralstore.com • FREE • The Spring Green General Store’s Stitch and Bitch handwork group meets Thursday afternoons weekly. All are welcome.
Tech Help Drop-In 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • rvbroadband.org/techhelp • Get one-on-one assistance with tech devices, apps, email, and more. No appointment necessary.
Lone Rock Farmers Market 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM • Center Park, 326 E Liberty St., Lone Rock • Shop local and join us every Thursday for fun, food, flowers, and all your favorites! Visit the Lone Rock Farmers Market group on Facebook for weekly updates on vendors and raffle items. Raffle drawing at 6PM. $1 per ticket. Stop by the LRFM booth to enter!
Lone Rock 4th of July Celebration – Day One 5:00 PM – 10:30 PM • Fireman’s Park, Lone Rock • lonerock4thofjuly.org • Day one of Lone Rock’s holiday festivities features DJ music and dancing by the concession shelter, followed by the “Old Timers” community baseball game at 8:00 PM.
Spring Green Recreational Soccer 5:30 PM • River Valley Middle School fields, 660 W Daley St, Spring Green • For more information look up Spring Green Recreational Soccer on Facebook • Ages 12+ • Tuesday and Thursday evenings (weather permitting) Casual and fun community play for teens and adults.
LOCAL NIGHT: Junkyard Kings 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM • Post House Garden, 119 E
Jefferson St, Spring Green • shedbarandgrill.com • Kick off the holiday weekend with blues-rock grooves by Junkyard Kings at this all-ages Local Night celebration.
LIVE MUSIC: McCarty/Brown Duo 6:00 PM • American Players Theatre Grounds, 5950 Golf Course Rd, Spring Green • americanplayers.org • Free acoustic performance by the McCarty/Brown Duo, part of APT’s Midsummer Music series. Enjoy live music as a pre-show picnic companion.
Friday, July 4
Lone Rock 4th of July Celebration – Day Two 7:00 AM • Fireman’s Park, Lone Rock • lonerock4thofjuly.org • A full day of festivities including a farmer’s market (7:00 AM – 4:00 PM), parade (11:00 AM), sand wrestling tournament (1:00 PM), kids' critter zoo, live music, and more. Fireworks at dusk cap off the celebration.
5K RUN/WALK: 2025 Water Run 8:00 AM • Lone Rock Fireman’s Park, 215 N Oak St, Lone Rock • Sponsored by the River Valley Cross Country Team • $15 • 5K run/walk with t-shirts for those registered by June 20. Day-of registration at 7:30 AM. Part of the Lone Rock 4th of July Celebration.
4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION: Blackhawk 4th of July Celebration 10:30 AM – 2:00 PM • Blackhawk Bethlehem Church, S10174 County Road C, Sauk City • For more information look up Blackhawk 4th of July Celebrtion on Facebook• All ages • Parade at 10:30 AM, followed by chicken BBQ, pie, kids’ games, food stand, and family-friendly fun. Cash only for food.
LIVE MUSIC: Power Take Off w/ The Cattlemen 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Wisconsin Riverside Resort, S13220 Shifflet Rd, Spring Green • wiriverside.com • Outdoor Independence Day show featuring Power Take Off and The Cattlemen Karaoke Night 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM • Post House Garden, The Shed, 123 N Lexington St, Spring Green • shedbarandgrill.com • Celebrate the holiday with a festive night of karaoke under the stars.
Saturday, July 5
YOGA: Yoga @ The Library 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • All ages • FREE • Enjoy a free hour-long outdoor yoga session led by Emily Benz of Rural Remedy before the Farmer’s Market. Beginners welcome; mats provided.
Spring Green Farmers Market 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Downtown Spring Green, Corner of Jefferson and Worcester Streets • Shop fresh produce, baked goods, flowers, and much more! Open every Saturday through October, rain or shine. Car-B-Que in the Park: Classic Car Show & Chicken BBQ 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM • Kaul Park, Bear Valley (9 mi N of Lone Rock, 2 mi S of Bear Valley on Hwy 130) • No entry fee or judging. Classic cars arrive at 11:00 AM; chicken BBQ with sides served at noon for $14. No pets or carry-ins. For info, call 608-574-9705.
LIVE MUSIC: 3 SOULS at River Stage 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Wisconsin Riverside Resort, S13220 Shifflet Rd, Spring Green • Enjoy an evening of classic rock, river views, and fireworks after the show!
LIVE MUSIC: Joe Roberts Band 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Post House Garden, The Shed, 123 N Lexington St, Spring Green • shedbarandgrill.com • Outdoor performance by the Joe Roberts Band. Enjoy summer music with food and drinks available from The Shed.
Sunday, July 6
'Living Into Our Values' with Audrey McCann 10:00 AM • Unity Chapel, 6596 County Hwy TZ, Spring Green • Audrey McCann, seminarian at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities, shares reflections on personal and communal values as part of Unity Chapel’s summer service series. All are welcome.
LIVE MUSIC: The Bushmen 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM • Wisconsin Riverside Resort, S13220 Shifflet Rd, Spring Green • wiriverside.com • The Bushmen bring a riverside blend of tunes to this Sunday afternoon performance. Food and drink available on-site.
LIVE MUSIC: Jesse Bauman 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM • Post House Garden, The Shed, 123 N Lexington St, Spring Green • shedbarandgrill.com • Spend the afternoon with Jesse Bauman’s acoustic sounds in a relaxed garden setting. Food and drink available from The Shed.
Cowboy Church with Monty Berger 2:00 PM • The Little Brown Church of Bear Valley, 29864 Brown Church Rd, Bear Valley • Gospel and patriotic music from Monty Berger of the Country Gold Band in a relaxed, musical afternoon at this historic nondenominational church. Light refreshments provided. For more info, call Joanne at (608) 647-0622
FILM: River Valley Film Club Screening 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret, 137 W Jefferson St, Spring Green • slowpokelounge.com • A monthly mystery movie screening curated by the River Valley Film Club. Movie title revealed at showtime. Come early to grab a drink and chat with fellow film lovers.
Monday, July 7
Summer Flicks & Bricks – Minecraft: The Movie 1:00 PM • Kraemer Library and Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • For more information look up Plain Kraemer Library and Community Center on Facebook • Enjoy a screening of Minecraft: The Movie with themed LEGO building activities following the film. Free. All ages. Color-Palooza 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Drop in for all-ages coloring with a wide range of supplies, large-format group projects, snacks, and even a friendly coloring contest. Trivia Night 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM • Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret, 137 W Jefferson St, Spring Green • slowpokelounge.com • Hosted by Kyle Adams, this lively evening of team trivia kicks off at 7:00 PM and runs for about 2 to 2.5 hours. Prizes for top teams. 21+.
LIVE MUSIC: Winds of the Wilderness – Bassoon and Flute Duo 7:00 PM • Unity Chapel, 6596 County Hwy TZ, Spring Green • ruralmusiciansforum.org • Suggested donation: $15 • Chamber performance by bassoonist Eleni Katz and flautist Gabe Fridkis exploring the connection between music and nature. Presented by Rural Musicians Forum.
Tuesday, July 8
CLASS: Stitch & Craft – Embroidery 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM • Kraemer Library and Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • For more information look up Plain Kraemer Library and Community Center on Facebook • Kids learn basic hand and machine sewing skills while completing a creative embroidery project to take home. Part of a summer sewing series. All ages.
Summer Afternoon Storytime 4:30 PM • Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • kraemerlibrary.org • Preschool to age 8 • FREE • Each Tuesday, kids enjoy stories, singing, and hands-on art projects as part of the Color Our World summer series. Creative fun for young children all summer long.
Spring Green Recreational Soccer 5:30 PM • River Valley Middle School fields, 660 W Daley St, Spring Green • For more information look up Spring Green Recreational Soccer on Facebook • Ages 12+ • Tuesday and Thursday evenings (weather permitting) Casual and fun community play for teens and adults.
Puzzle Night 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Work on 300–500 piece puzzles, enjoy snacks and beverages, and trade puzzles with others. All ages.
Wednesday, July 9
Sauk County Fair • All day • Sauk County Fairgrounds, 700 Washington Ave, Baraboo • WALK-IN FREE GATE • $5 daily parking (enter via Lincoln Street) • Midway rides open (wristband from 4 –11PM), vendors, games and 4-H animal exhibits all day; livestock check-in 7 AM–1 PM with judging on site • For the full schedule visit saukcountyfair.com
Art-Mazing – Dot Painting 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Ages 4–17 • Create colorful dot paintings inspired by Australian artists in this hands-on “Art Inspired” session. Part of the summer “Coloring Our World” series.
LIVE MUSIC: McCarty/Brown Duo 6:00 PM • American Players Theatre Grounds, 5950 Golf Course Rd, Spring Green • americanplayers.org • Free pre-show acoustic music on the APT grounds with the McCarty/Brown Duo. Bring a picnic and enjoy the ambiance before the evening’s performance.
Cornhole League 7:00 PM • Buena Vista Bicentennial Park, 33000 Fulton St, Gotham • All ages • Weekly Wednesday night cornhole league hosted by the Buena Vista Lions Club. Concessions available on-site with burgers, brats, hot dogs, fries, cheese curds, and beverages. For details or to sign up, contact Mikey Randall (608-696-9643) or Jake Kleckner (608-739-2322). Text preferred.
Thursday, July 10
Sauk County Fair • All day • Sauk County Fairgrounds, 700 Washington Ave, Baraboo • WALK-IN FREE GATE • $5 daily parking (enter via Lincoln Street) • Rides, food, games, animal exhibits, 4-H Performance Arts Festival at 6:00 PM, live music from 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM • For full schedule, visit saukcountyfair.com
CLASS: Skills & Drills Youth Basketball Training 10:30 AM - 1:40 PM • River Valley High School, 660 Varsity Blvd, Spring Green • sethkostroskihoops.com • All ages (Grades 3–12) • Free (Donations appreciated) • Open basketball skills training led by experienced coach Seth Kostroski. No registration required. Separate sessions by grade: Grades 9–12 (10:30–11:30 AM), Grades 6–8 (11:35 AM–12:35 PM), Grades 3–5 (12:40–1:40 PM). Bring your own ball. Sponsored by RV Youth Basketball.
Storytime 10:30 AM • Lone Rock Community Library, 234 North Broadway St, Lone Rock • lonerocklibrary.wordpress.com • All ages • FREE • Families are invited to enjoy stories and activity time- this week features "Melted Crayon Butterflies"
Stitch and Bitch 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM • Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St, Spring Green • springgreengeneralstore.com • FREE • The Spring Green General Store’s Stitch and Bitch handwork group meets Thursday afternoons weekly. All are welcome.
Tech Help Drop-In 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM • Lone Rock Community Library, 234 N Broadway St, Lone Rock • rvbroadband.org/techhelp • Free, no-appointment tech support for devices, apps, and digital tools. Part of a rotating weekly series from River Valley area public libraries.
Lone Rock Farmers Market 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM • Center Park, 326 E Liberty St., Lone Rock • Shop local and join us every Thursday for fun, food, flowers, and all your favorites! Visit the Lone Rock Farmers Market group on Facebook for weekly updates on vendors and raffle items. Raffle drawing at 6PM. $1 per ticket. Stop by the LRFM booth to enter!
Spring Green Recreational Soccer 5:30 PM • River Valley Middle School fields, 660 W Daley St, Spring Green • For more information look up Spring Green Recreational Soccer on Facebook • Ages 12+ • Tuesday and Thursday evenings (weather permitting) Casual and fun community play for teens and adults.
LOCAL NIGHT: Back Ally Blues Band 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM • Post House Garden, 119 E Jefferson St, Spring Green • shedbarandgrill.com • Settle into a summer evening with blues-rock by the Back Ally Blues Band. Part of the Thursday Local Night series.
LIVE MUSIC: Daniel Kenneth Libby 6:00 PM • American Players Theatre Grounds, 5950 Golf Course Rd, Spring Green • americanplayers.org • Enjoy a free acoustic performance by Daniel Kenneth Libby as part of APT’s Midsummer Music series. Perfect ambiance for pre-show picnicking.
CIVICS & SERVICES CALENDAR
This calendar is a place listing (for free) the typical meeting dates for area governmental bodies, and Please email us with these meetings, or use the form on our Community Calendar page — let's build community together: editor@valleysentinelnews.com
June 29:
VOLUNTEER: Blueberry Planting 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM • Twin Crix, 6679 State Road 23, Spring Green • twincrix.com/events • FREE • The patch will be open for a Season Preview all day—stop by and take a look. Picking season begins in about a week. Join the work party from 9 AM to noon to plant two short rows of new Sunrise and Blue Gold varieties. If time allows, help weed and estimate yield potential. Participants receive one pick-your-own pound. Meet 250 yards west of the house driveway, over the little bridge.
June 30:
American Red Cross Blood Drive 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM • American Legion Clubhouse, 1 American Legion Dr, Plain • redcrossblood.org • Appointments required • Help save lives by donating blood at this community drive. Schedule your appointment at redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Kraemer Library and Community Center Library Board Meeting 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM • Kraemer Library and Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • Regular monthly meeting of the library board.
July 1:
Village of Arena Board Meeting 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM • Arena Village Hall, 345 West St, Arena • Public meeting of the Arena Village Board.
July 2: Plain Fire Department Board Meeting 7:00 PM • Plain Fire Department, 1075 Main St, Plain • Regular meeting of the Village of Plain Fire Department. Open to the public.
July 6:
VOLUNTEER: Driftless Trail Trimmers 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM • Location TBD (organized by Driftless Area Land Conservancy, 206 S. Iowa St, Dodgeville) • driftlessconservancy.org • Help maintain over five miles of scenic Driftless Trail segments. Tools and training provided. This monthly event supports trail safety and access while offering rewarding outdoor work. Registration required. Location to be determined- please check the event page for updates at driftlessconservancy.org
July 7:
Spring Green Community Library Board Meeting 5:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Monthly meeting of the Library Board. Open to the public.
July 8:
VOLUNTEER: Stream Monitoring in the Lowery Creek Watershed 9:00 AM –11:00 AM • Lowery Creek Watershed, 6172 County Road Z, Spring Green • savannainstitute.org • Help monitor two stream sites at Savanna Institute’s South Farm. No experience necessary—training, tools, and guidance provided. Be prepared for uneven terrain and wet conditions. Bring water, a snack, and dress for the outdoors. To register, visit savannainstitute.org
Lone Rock Village Board Meeting 7:00 PM • Village Hall, 314 E Forest St, Lone Rock • villageoflonerock-wi.gov • Regular monthly meeting of the Village of Lone Rock Board to discuss municipal business and community issues. Open to the public.
July 9:
Friends of Governor Dodge State Park – Board Meeting 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM • Governor Dodge State Park Visitor Center, 4175 Hwy 23 N, Dodgeville • Public welcome • Board meeting, supporting park conservation, programs, and volunteer efforts. Email friendsofgovernordodge@gmail.com with questions.
Spring Green Village Board Meeting 7:00 PM • Village Office, 154 N Lexington St, Spring Green (in-person and virtual) • vi.springgreen.wi.gov • Regular meeting of the Spring Green Village Board to address local governance, planning, and community matters. Open to the public.
Plain Village Board Meeting 7:00 PM • Plain Village Hall, 510 Main St, Plain • villageofplain.com • Regular monthly meeting of the Plain Village Board to discuss local government affairs and community planning. Open to the public.
July 10:
River Valley School District – Board Meeting 7:00 PM • River Valley Middle School Library, 660 W Daley St, Spring Green Plain EMS Meeting 7:00 PM • Plain EMS Building, 514 Main St, Plain • villageofplain.com • Monthly meeting of the Plain Emergency Medical Services. Open to the public.
WHAT’S HANGINg ?
Spring Green Community Library Art Exhibitions Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe St, Spring Green • Monday-Thursday: 10 AM - 7 PM • Friday: 10 AM - 5 PM • Saturday: 9 AM - 1 PM • Lori Schaefer, artist and graphic designer, is showing her colorful barn quilt signs in the Community Room Gallery. Lori has always been fascinated with the colorful barn quilts that decorate the rural Wisconsin landscape. When she retired a few years ago from Organic Valley, she was motivated to make a barn quilt for the pole building on her property and taught herself how to create them. When she finished that project, she was hooked! She then started learning more about the patterns, their meanings, and the history of barn quilts. This has led Lori to recreate some of her favorite folk art patterns, design her own creations, and to teach classes. The exhibit includes a collection of colorful barn quilts of classic quilt designs, as well as her original designs. Lori's exhibit can be viewed during regular library hours when the Community Room is not in use. Please as for the room key at the circulation desk.
