Guided meditation will be led by Caroline who has a variety of meditation instructor training. She is excited about sharing her meditation journey as well as learning from participants how they use meditation in their lives.
March 5 - Pollinators for Your Yard @ Mcintosh Memorial Library March 12 - Technology Learning March 19 - Vernon Co Waste & Recycling March 26 - Ballots & Your Vote
Vernon County Over 50 Meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays Presentations on Wednesday are also available via Zoom at the Ontario, Readstown, and Viola Public Libraries
Naomi Hart is an artist, a storyteller, and a time traveler. A life-long Minnesota resident, she divides her time between art studios in Minnesota and a family retreat in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin where she combines an extensive arsenal of fine art techniques into what she calls “visual storytelling.” Ms. Hart works in encaustics. She comes to this work with […]
Thursday 7.3.25 JAZZ ON THE PATIO is back with Viroqua’s own @shawnnnneary and @billfiorella with special guest @gullioto! Music starts at 6:30pm (Weather dependent)
Hope to see you on Friday, July 4, at the Vernon County Historical Society’s annual Marcia Andrew memorial Strawberry Shortcake Social! The party will be held from 1 to 5PM at the historic Sherry-Butt House museum, located at 795 N. Main St. in Viroqua. Tickets for the event cost $6 each and are available for purchase that day only. Your […]
The Viroqua Farmers Market is held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday from May through October at 220 S. Main St. in the Western Technical College parking lot. More than just a place to shop, the Viroqua Farmers Market is a community gathering that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors to […]
Save the date! Our 3rd Annual Community Celebration will be held on Saturday, July 5th, 2025… FREE micro classes with folk school instructors, live music, ice cream social, local community connections, and more! DETAILS Date: Saturday, July 5th, 2025 Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM Location: S5193 County Road NN Viroqua, WI We hope to see you there!
Summer Music Series Schedule! Get ready for a summer filled with incredible live music paired with the finest wine! Mark your calendars for Sundays at Vernon Vineyards! Sip, listen, and unwind! Bring your friends, enjoy a glass of your favorite wine, and let the music take you away.
Thoreau College – Driftless Field School Program Viroqua, Wisconsin — July 7 – August 1, 2025 The Driftless Field School program offers young adults a 4-week long immersion into the ecology, history, agriculture, and human cultures of the Driftless Region of southwestern Wisconsin. Taking place in one of the most dynamic and busy times of the agricultural year, the Driftless […]
Guided meditation will be led by Caroline who has a variety of meditation instructor training. She is excited about sharing her meditation journey as well as learning from participants how they use meditation in their lives.
Settle in for a magical night of heartfelt musical storytelling and close harmonies. Iron & Wine, the project of singer/songwriter Sam Beam, is known for cinematic songs such as “Cinder and Smoke,” “Flightless Bird, American Mouth,” and his incredible version of The Postal Service’s “Such Great Heights” which have become synonymous with the movies Twilight and Garden State. Iron & […]
March 5 - Pollinators for Your Yard @ Mcintosh Memorial Library March 12 - Technology Learning March 19 - Vernon Co Waste & Recycling March 26 - Ballots & Your Vote
An opportunity for neurodiverse teens and young adults (aged 16 through early 30s) to gather for creative arts-based activities and guided discussions. This Program is a Good Fit For: Autistic and Neurodiverse individuals aged 16 through early 30s who are interested in being part of a social community and are looking to gain confidence in navigating skills for independence. Autistic […]
The McIntosh Memorial Library is offering a free Tech Help session on Thursday, July 10 from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM in the Aviary seating area. This drop-in program, led by library staff member Maggie, is designed to provide basic one-on-one tech support in a relaxed, no-pressure environment.Community members are invited to stop by with their devices—smartphones, tablets, or laptops—for […]
Family & Children’s Center (FCC) is thrilled to announce the return of FCC + Partners in Wellness Fair on Thursday, June 12, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Eckhart Park in Viroqua. This free, family friendly event features games, activities, live music, and food alongside demos and displays from various health and wellness organizations. It’s an incredible opportunity for the […]
INTRODUCING FLOWER GARDEN FRIDAYS! Are you looking for a healthy, outdoor activity to end your week? Join us at Keewaydin Farms while we bring some beauty into the world with over 50 unique flower varieties to bloom throughout the season. Enjoy the warm weather, biodiverse landscape, ridgetop views, and visiting with fellow flower lovers. Visit the new lambs and pick […]
The 70+ year young Sparta Garden Club will hold their biennial Tour of Gardens on Friday, July 11 from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. This event dovetails with a concert sponsored by Sparta community boosters The Shovelmen. Sparta, WI has dozens of public gardens; some hidden in plain sight, others are tucked away “secret gardens”. Typically, garden tours feature private home gardens impeccably groomed for their one day in the spotlight. This year […]
Excited to fire up the pizza oven for our fourth season of fundraising for local charities and non profits. Join us on the ridgetop for pretty Summer sunsets, the joy of pizza and the good will when folks come together for a worthy cause.
The Viroqua Farmers Market is held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday from May through October at 220 S. Main St. in the Western Technical College parking lot. More than just a place to shop, the Viroqua Farmers Market is a community gathering that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors to […]
Using the warm, red metal my Bodewadmi (Potawatomi) relatives call “miskwabik” (copper) and basalt hammer stones from the shores of G’chi gamii (Lake Superior), we will hand-forge bowls on wooden stumps. In a process called “sinking”, or hammering on the inside, we will anneal the metal in a wood fire and form our richly colored, beautiful vessels using the power […]
If you have been looking for a way to add more probiotic-rich foods and beverages to your diet (without breaking the bank!), then this workshop is for you! Participants will learn how to make their own non-alcoholic fermented drinks, including kombucha, water kefir (aka tibicos), beet kvass, and shrubs. We will be tasting lots of samples, discussing the health benefits […]
Airplane Rides! Antique Car Show! Firetruck! Police Cars! Medical Helicopter! Jet Fighter Simulator! Radio Controlled Planes! Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, coffee, juice, milk
Summer Music Series Schedule! Get ready for a summer filled with incredible live music paired with the finest wine! Mark your calendars for Sundays at Vernon Vineyards! Sip, listen, and unwind! Bring your friends, enjoy a glass of your favorite wine, and let the music take you away.
Guided meditation will be led by Caroline who has a variety of meditation instructor training. She is excited about sharing her meditation journey as well as learning from participants how they use meditation in their lives.
This will be our third annual outdoor movie event, however we are featuring a whole new format this year with FREE admission to the general public! We are also including complimentary pizza and ice cream for attendees while we show Inside Out. We will also be offering some fun mental health materials for kids and families. What: Vernon Memorial Healthcare Foundation Presents: Films on […]
March 5 - Pollinators for Your Yard @ Mcintosh Memorial Library March 12 - Technology Learning March 19 - Vernon Co Waste & Recycling March 26 - Ballots & Your Vote
Vernon County Over 50 Meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays Presentations on Wednesday are also available via Zoom at the Ontario, Readstown, and Viola Public Libraries
Join us for our Third Thursday Market — a fun, community-focused evening filled with live music, food trucks, local vendors, handmade goods, trunk sales, fresh produce, arts and crafts, hobbyists, young entrepreneurs, and local businesses. It’s the perfect way to connect with neighbors, support small business, and soak in the beauty of the season. Come shop, stroll, sip, and celebrate […]
Join us under the arbor for a fresh take on seasonal eating with Sarah and Chris Clemens of Noble Rind! They’ll share their journey into small business ownership and their passion for cheese-forward dishes that celebrate what’s in season— with minimal cooking required. Hosted by Chef Joseph Meyer, executive chef at Latarnia Guest House, this demo will inspire you to […]
In season, with cheese ~ The Noble Rind Story Thursday July 17 @ 6pm
INTRODUCING FLOWER GARDEN FRIDAYS! Are you looking for a healthy, outdoor activity to end your week? Join us at Keewaydin Farms while we bring some beauty into the world with over 50 unique flower varieties to bloom throughout the season. Enjoy the warm weather, biodiverse landscape, ridgetop views, and visiting with fellow flower lovers. Visit the new lambs and pick […]
Excited to fire up the pizza oven for our fourth season of fundraising for local charities and non profits. Join us on the ridgetop for pretty Summer sunsets, the joy of pizza and the good will when folks come together for a worthy cause.
Break bread with community members at our FREE community supper! Join us each Friday to enjoy a free meal at The Other Door. Enjoy great food and great company in a great place. Everyone is welcome to join and celebrate the connection with others.
The Viroqua Farmers Market is held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday from May through October at 220 S. Main St. in the Western Technical College parking lot. More than just a place to shop, the Viroqua Farmers Market is a community gathering that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors to […]
Every work of art is a self-portrait. This class will give students time to explore archetypal themes through a variety of prompts and watercolor techniques. Nature, death, rebirth, love, and magic - we will blend the vibrant inner world with our observations of the outer world. The class will begin with practice exercises and color blending, then explore ideas, techniques, […]
Are you ready for some fun? Yabba Dabba Doo! 8am Vehicle Registration Begins 10am Hot Rod Church and Music 11am Food Served Noon Concert by the Paul Family Bluegrass Band 1:30pm Awards Announced and Door Prizes Some car shows put restrictions on what is allowed to show. Not at Hot Rod Sunday. If you have pride in your ride then […]
Using the warm, red metal my Bodewadmi (Potawatomi) relatives call “miskwabik” (copper) and basalt hammer stones from the shores of G’chi gamii (Lake Superior), we will hand-forge bowls on wooden stumps. In a process called “sinking”, or hammering on the inside, we will anneal the metal in a wood fire and form our richly colored, beautiful vessels using the power […]
Using the warm, red metal my Bodewadmi (Potawatomi) relatives call “miskwabik” (copper) and basalt hammer stones from the shores of G’chi gamii (Lake Superior), we will hand-forge bowls on wooden stumps. In a process called “sinking”, or hammering on the inside, we will anneal the metal in a wood fire and form our richly colored, beautiful vessels using the power […]
Guided meditation will be led by Caroline who has a variety of meditation instructor training. She is excited about sharing her meditation journey as well as learning from participants how they use meditation in their lives.
March 5 - Pollinators for Your Yard @ Mcintosh Memorial Library March 12 - Technology Learning March 19 - Vernon Co Waste & Recycling March 26 - Ballots & Your Vote
Vernon County Over 50 Meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays Presentations on Wednesday are also available via Zoom at the Ontario, Readstown, and Viola Public Libraries
When was the last time you carved out some time for yourself? Find a cozy spot in one of our front porch rocking chairs, on the deck near the pondless waterfall, inside the warmth of the greenhouse, or spread out on the lawn under the sky and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. This is about no work, something to read, and […]
Step Into Summer Savings! Stroll the streets, score unbeatable deals, and soak up the small-town summer magic. Our local shops will be bringing their best to the sidewalks — think bargains, surprises, and a whole lot of charm. This is your chance to shop local, support small businesses, and celebrate everything we love about our community. We’re making it easier […]
INTRODUCING FLOWER GARDEN FRIDAYS! Are you looking for a healthy, outdoor activity to end your week? Join us at Keewaydin Farms while we bring some beauty into the world with over 50 unique flower varieties to bloom throughout the season. Enjoy the warm weather, biodiverse landscape, ridgetop views, and visiting with fellow flower lovers. Visit the new lambs and pick […]
Excited to fire up the pizza oven for our fourth season of fundraising for local charities and non profits. Join us on the ridgetop for pretty Summer sunsets, the joy of pizza and the good will when folks come together for a worthy cause.
Break bread with community members at our FREE community supper! Join us each Friday to enjoy a free meal at The Other Door. Enjoy great food and great company in a great place. Everyone is welcome to join and celebrate the connection with others.
Join forager and herbalist Linda Conroy for this two-day immersion, focusing on the plants that grow around us. Day 1 will focus on herbs and wild food for nourishment. We will learn to identify, harvest, and prepare the plants that promote and build health. As part of this day, we will prepare a wild/herbal/whole food lunch. Lunch preparation will be […]
The Viroqua Farmers Market is held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday from May through October at 220 S. Main St. in the Western Technical College parking lot. More than just a place to shop, the Viroqua Farmers Market is a community gathering that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors to […]
We are excited to announce a children’s storytime event on Saturday, July 26, at 10AM, at the Vernon County Museum and History Center. Torrence Chester from the Enduring Families Project will be here to read a chapter from the new book, A Long Way to Find a Home: George Edwin Taylor as a Child. The Enduring Families Project (EFP), which […]
AA Meeting in rural Melvina Saturday Nights - except the last Saturdays of the month
Summer Music Series Schedule! Get ready for a summer filled with incredible live music paired with the finest wine! Mark your calendars for Sundays at Vernon Vineyards! Sip, listen, and unwind! Bring your friends, enjoy a glass of your favorite wine, and let the music take you away.
Guided meditation will be led by Caroline who has a variety of meditation instructor training. She is excited about sharing her meditation journey as well as learning from participants how they use meditation in their lives.
March 5 - Pollinators for Your Yard @ Mcintosh Memorial Library March 12 - Technology Learning March 19 - Vernon Co Waste & Recycling March 26 - Ballots & Your Vote
An opportunity for neurodiverse teens and young adults (aged 16 through early 30s) to gather for creative arts-based activities and guided discussions. This Program is a Good Fit For: Autistic and Neurodiverse individuals aged 16 through early 30s who are interested in being part of a social community and are looking to gain confidence in navigating skills for independence. Autistic […]
Dells Army Duck Tour July 31 $62 includes bus trip, Duck tour & tips. Lunch is extra.
Our intention is to co-create an in-person, immersive weekend retreat for writers and artists who are curious about nurturing their connection to the land and infusing the inspiration of the natural world into their expression as writers and artists. We will collaborate with guest writers and artists to draw on their passion, knowledge, and experience to present lectures, activities, prompts, […]
Our intention is to co-create an in-person, immersive weekend retreat for writers and artists who are curious about nurturing their connection to the land and infusing the inspiration of the natural world into their expression as writers and artists. We will collaborate with guest writers and artists to draw on their passion, knowledge, and experience to present lectures, activities, prompts, […]
Our intention is to co-create an in-person, immersive weekend retreat for writers and artists who are curious about nurturing their connection to the land and infusing the inspiration of the natural world into their expression as writers and artists. We will collaborate with guest writers and artists to draw on their passion, knowledge, and experience to present lectures, activities, prompts, […]
Excited to fire up the pizza oven for our fourth season of fundraising for local charities and non profits. Join us on the ridgetop for pretty Summer sunsets, the joy of pizza and the good will when folks come together for a worthy cause.
Break bread with community members at our FREE community supper! Join us each Friday to enjoy a free meal at The Other Door. Enjoy great food and great company in a great place. Everyone is welcome to join and celebrate the connection with others.
The Viroqua Farmers Market is held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Saturday from May through October at 220 S. Main St. in the Western Technical College parking lot. More than just a place to shop, the Viroqua Farmers Market is a community gathering that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors to […]
In this beginner-friendly mushroom foraging class, we'll discuss mushroom identification techniques, and practical foraging tips. We'll explore the woods together in search of edible and medicinal mushrooms like lion's mane, lobster mushrooms, chicken of the woods, chanterelles, hedgehog mushrooms, puffball mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, and more! Come prepared for off-trail hiking and uneven terrain. As with any foraging class, the abundance […]
After enjoying the Basics of Clawhammer Banjo with Brennan Henry, students will leave with a fresh perspective on playing their banjo in an old-style! Topics will include the history of banjoes, fundamentals of strumming and drop-thumbing, music theory for the banjo, advanced techniques for playing up-the-neck, alternative tunings, and being able to play fast reels, great waltzes, and more. This […]
Level 2 of the Basics of Clawhammer Banjo with Brennan Henry will provide students with more advanced techniques for playing their banjo in an old style! Topics will include a refresher on the fundamentals of strumming and drop-thumbing, chord shapes (and their inversions) music theory for the banjo, techniques for playing up-the-neck, alternative tunings (playing scales and chords within these […]
Summer Music Series Schedule! Get ready for a summer filled with incredible live music paired with the finest wine! Mark your calendars for Sundays at Vernon Vineyards! Sip, listen, and unwind! Bring your friends, enjoy a glass of your favorite wine, and let the music take you away.
