Around Town
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Friday, Aug. 29
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Baraboo Blood Drive from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 727 Eighth St., Baraboo. Give a pint and get a pint — a coupon for a pint of custard at Culver's of Baraboo. n
1968 — The Year in Review at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Booksmith, 526 Oak St., Baraboo. Music, literature and more. For information, call (608) 355-1001.n
Baraboo River Rendezvous at Spirit Point across the Baraboo River from Circus World Museum. Campground open to the public 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with admission of $1 for adults, 50 cents for children ages 5-12 and free for children younger than 5. The Spirit Lake Mountain Men and friends will be dressed in the costumes of 18th Century Wisconsin fur traders and Native Americans.Saturday, Aug. 30
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The Friends of Devil's Lake will host the last concert of the season, by the Soon to be Famous Lodi Band at 6 p.m., east of the Chateau on the North Shore of Devil's Lake. Bring a lawn chair. Snacks available at the concession stand, or bring a picnic. In case of rain the concert will be in the Chateau. The concert is free but a park sticker is required. n
Greenwood Memorial VFW Post 987 brat/hot dog sale from 9:30 a.m. until brats are gone, at Wal-Mart Supercenter in Baraboo. Brat and soda is $3; hot dog and soda is $2.50. The sale supports veterans.n
Markley family and friends reunion at noon at Ochsner Park in Baraboo. Bring a dish to pass and a dish to fill.n
Lydia Silvestry will be at The Grainery in Baraboo from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. with her book signing for "Lydia Silvestry's Beauty Secretsn
Fifth annual Catch for a Cure Women's 30 and Over Softball Tournament at Pierce Park in Baraboo today and Sunday. Opening ceremonies at 9:45 a.m. with the softball tournament beginning immediately after. Food, softball action, raffles, pig roast from 5-7 p.m., and live music from Flip City Live from 6-9 p.m. All proceeds go to Breast Cancer research and local breast cancer support groups.n
Baraboo River Rendezvous at Spirit Point across the Baraboo River from Circus World Museum. Their campground will be open to the public between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with admission of $1 for adults, 50 cents for children ages 5-12 and free for children younger 5 years old. Members of the Spirit Lake Mountain Men and friends will be dressed in the costumes of 18th Century Wisconsin fur traders and Native Americans.Sunday, Aug. 31
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All-you-can-eat pancakes from 8-11 a.m. at St. Joseph's School in Baraboo. Cost is $5.50 for adults and $1 for children younger than 12. Net proceeds to St. Joseph School.n
51st annual Labor Day Weekend Trap Shoot beginning at 10 a.m. at the Merrimac Conservation Club, one mile west of Merrimac on Highway 78. All welcome.n
Big Band Dance from 7:30-10:30 p.m. at Devil's Lake North Shore, Baraboo. Hal Edwards Orchestra. Dance admission is $5. Vehicles require a park sticker. n
Fifth annual Catch for a Cure Women's 30 and Over Softball Tournament at Pierce Park in Baraboo begins at 10:15 a.m. Food, softball action, raffles. All proceeds go to Breast Cancer Research and local breast cancer support groups.n
Monday, Sept. 1
Labor Day
Baraboo River Rendezvous at Spirit Point across the Baraboo River from Circus World Museum. Their campground will be open to the public between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with admission of $1 for adults, 50 cents for children ages 5-12 and free for children younger 5 years old. Members of the Spirit Lake Mountain Men and friends will be dressed in the costumes of 18th Century Wisconsin fur traders and Native Americans.n
Ice cream social from 5:30-7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Third and Ash, Baraboo.n
Tuesday, Sept. 2
The MATC Adult Learning Center-Baraboo, located in the Sauk County Job Center, 522 S. Boulevard, Baraboo, will not be open today.n
Sauk County Health Department free childhood immunization clinic from 1-4 p.m. at Reedsburg Area Medical Center, 2000 N. Dewey Ave., Reedsburg. Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine available at all clinics. If you have Medical Assistance, bring your card.n
VSA arts of Wisconsin Art Exhibit featuring the award-winning, creative and artistic work of Wisconsin youth and adults with disabilities. Gallery open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. on school days. To schedule a time outside of those hours, call (608) 643-5634. Sponsored by Sauk Prairie Memorial Hospital and Clinics and presented by River Arts. Inc.n
Thursday, Sept. 4
The MATC Adult Learning Center-Baraboo, located in the Sauk County Job Center, 522 S. Boulevard, Baraboo, will be open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.n
St. Clare Hospital Diabetes Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Leopold Room at St. Clare Hospital and Health Services, 707 14th St., Baraboo. The groups are free and no registration is required. Support group members, people with diabetes and their families and others interested in diabetes are welcome to attend. For information, call Melanie Mielke, RN, diabetes educator, at (608) 356-1510.n
Friday, Sept. 5
The MATC Adult Learning Center-Baraboo, located in the Sauk County Job Center, 522 S. Boulevard, Baraboo, will be open from 2-5 p.m. Classes for English as a Second Language will be held.n
Pierce's East in Baraboo will host a brat fry from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. to benefit the Sauk County Giving Tree.n
22nd annual Wisconsin Dells Polish Fest 2008 at Mount Olympus Resort, Theme Park and Water Park, 1887 Wisconsin Dells Parkway, U.S. Highway 12, Wisconsin Dells. For information, call (800) 659-6811 or visit www.dellspolishfest.com or www.mtolympuspark.com.n
Baraboo Football Alumni will hold an alumni gathering for the Thunderbirds' home football game. Former players are encouraged to come and tailgate at Baraboo High School in a food tent starting at 5:30 p.m. All food sales help support the football team. After the game, alumni will gather at Monk's in Baraboo for some appetizers and a chance to meet the current coaches. Both events are casual and are an opportunity to interact with former teammates or meet other former players. For information, contact Brandon Wegner at brandonwegner@hotmail.com.n
Saturday, Sept. 6
An exhibit of watercolor paintings by Marlys C. Greenhalgh, artist and Visual Arts Technology teacher at Baraboo High School is on display at The Blue Spoon Cafe in Prairie du Sac now through Sept. 12.n
Pierce's East in Baraboo will host a brat fry from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. to benefit the Sauk County Giving Tree.n
22nd annual Wisconsin Dells Polish Fest 2008 at Mount Olympus Resort, Theme Park and Water Park, 1887 Wisconsin Dells Parkway, U.S. Highway 12, Wisconsin Dells. For information, call (800) 659-6811 or visit www.dellspolishfest.com or www.mtolympuspark.com.n
Sunday, Sept. 7
Grilled brat sale from 4-6:30 p.m. on the school grounds at Sacred Heart in Reedsburg.n
Honey Creek Rod and Gun Club will host the 57th annual trap shoot at 10 a.m. in Leland. Raffle and fundraising event to help save the pond. The Leland Mill Pond was lost due to flood damage in June.n
22nd annual Wisconsin Dells Polish Fest 2008 at Mount Olympus Resort, Theme Park and Water Park, 1887 Wisconsin Dells Parkway, U.S. Highway 12, Wisconsin Dells. For information, call (800) 659-6811 or visit www.dellspolishfest.com or www.mtolympuspark.com.n
Honey Creek Rod and Gun Club Trap Shoot and "Save the Pond Benefit" at 10 a.m. at Honey Creek Rod and Gun Club in Leland. Drawing at 5 p.m. Raffles and silent auction. The pond being saved is the Leland Mill Pond, lost, due to flood damage in June.n
Greater Sauk County Community Foundation 10th birthday party at Mid-Continent Railway Museum in North Freedom from 1-4 p.m. Free train rides and frozen custard. Sponsored by American Family Insurance, the event will feature entertainment by clowns and a juggler, as well as informational booths presented by the Community Foundation and its partners.n
Worship at the Park at Ochsner Park in Baraboo at 10:15 a.m. at the bandstand. Lunch and games at 11:30 a.m. Sponsored by First Presbyterian Church.n
Monday, Sept. 8
Annual Fall Festival at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Reedsburg. Entertainment from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Cripple Creek Cloggers, McCarter Davis Group (jazz and pop), Revelation (contemporary Christian), Brian Beebe (entertainer from Sarento's) performing. Classic Car Show, Gift Booth and Country Market, For the children, children's games, petting zoo, and caricature artist. Auction at 1:30 p.m. with Bob Gavin as auctioneer. Immediately after the auction, there will be a raffle for a 2008 Pontiac Vibe and other prizes. Family-style dinner of Swiss steak and ham will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with carryouts available. Cost is $9 for adults, $5 for children 5-12, and free for children ages 4 and younger.n
The MATC Adult Learning Center-Baraboo, located in the Sauk County Job Center, 522 S. Boulevard, Baraboo, will be open from 12:30-7 p.m. Orientations at 2:30 p.m. and participants need to be present from 2:30-6:30 p.m.n
Tuesday, Sept. 9
Sauk County Writers/Baraboo meeting at 1:30 p.m. at the Village Booksmith, 526 Oak St., Baraboo. Discussion on the use of words and phrases for inspiration. Everyone will have a chance to read what they have written. Those who wish to have their writing critiqued are asked to bring an extra copy of what they have written.n
The MATC Adult Learning Center-Baraboo, located in the Sauk County Job Center, 522 S. Boulevard, Baraboo, will be open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.n
Sauk County Children's Giving Tree annual meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Wegner LLP, 123 Second St., Baraboo. The public is invited. The annual report will be discussed and refreshments will be served.n
Fourth annual Swing For the Red Golf Outing benefiting the American Red Cross Badger Chapter. The event will be at 12:30 p.m. at Cold Water Canyon Golf Course/Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells. Call (608) 742-3656 for information.n
Wednesday, Sept. 10
VSA arts of Wisconsin Art Exhibit featuring the award-winning, creative and artistic work of Wisconsin youth and adults with disabilities. Gallery open 8 a.m.-8 p.m. on school days. To schedule a time outside of those hours, call (608) 643-5634. Sponsored by Sauk Prairie Memorial Hospital and Clinics and presented by River Arts. Inc.n
Thursday, Sept. 11
Energy Services for Sauk County outreach site for the Home Energy Plus Program-Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Reedsburg City Hall. For information, call (608) 356-8887 or to schedule an appointment in the Baraboo office, call toll-free (800) 506-5596.n
The MATC Adult Learning Center-Baraboo, located in the Sauk County Job Center, 522 S. Boulevard, Baraboo, will be open from 2-5 p.m. Classes for English as a Second Language will be held at that time also.n
Sauk County Health Department free childhood immunization clinic from 3-6 p.m. at the West Square Building, 505 Broadway, Baraboo. Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine available at all clinics. If you have Medical Assistance, bring your card.n
Old Blind Dogs will perform at 7 p.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, S8280 Highway G, where Highway G and Highway GG intersect (approximately eight miles north of Plain or six miles south of Loganville). Ticket prices are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Tickets available in advance at The Flower Shop and Village Gifts in Spring Green, Plain Kwik Stop/Shell Gas Station in Plain, and Dietz Cabinet Designs and Furniture Restoration in Reedsburg. Advance tickets available by calling Dietz Cabinets at (608) 524-4899. Tickets purchased with a credit card incur an additional processing fee of $1 per ticket.n
Health fair at Mile Bluff's Elroy Family Medical Center in Elroy from 7-11 a.m. Free blood pressure screenings, free blood sugar screenings, free risk factor appraisals and cholesterol testing will be offered. Total cholesterol tests are $10 and require no fasting; lipid profiles require a fasting period of 12 hours and cost $20. Appointments are required for all tests by calling (608) 462-8466. Refreshments, door prizes.
