Baby 101
2025-07-30 04:30 - 06:30 (America/Chicago)
Baby 101 Community Baby Shower:👶
Connect with local experts and organizations offering education, services, and support for all things parenting — from prenatal care and breastfeeding, to early childhood development and beyond.🧸
Come learn, connect, and leave with both knowledge and supplies to help you thrive on your parenting path!🫶
🏠Marquette County Service Center
➡️480 Underwood Avenue, Montello, WI
⏰Wednesday July 30th, 2025 from 4:30pm-6:30pm
☎️Questions? Contact us at 608-297-3135

Are You A Caregiver? Support Group
2025-07-28 06:00 - 07:30, 2025-07-08 01:00 - 02:30, 2025-06-23 06:00 - 07:30
Are You A Caregiver?
Caregiver Support Group
In-person meetings will be held at the Health and Human
Services Building (428 Underwood Ave., Montello) on the 2nd
Tuesday of the month from 2pm-3:30pm
Virtual meetings will be held on the 4th Monday of the month
from 6pm-7:30pm. Registration is required.
If you have any questions or would like to register please contact
Janet at 608-297-3148 or email: jwiegel@co.marquette.wi.us
If you are not able to leave your loved one at home to attend
group, please contact Janet as there are programs that might
be able to help.

Euchre Tournament
2025-07-26 23:00 - 2025-07-27 02:00
$20/person
100% payout
Eight rounds of two deals around the table
50 cent bumps
Random Partners
44 W. Montello St, 53949

Packwaukee Heritage Days
2025-07-25 22:00 - 2025-07-26 08:00
We start the day out with Music Mayhem starting at 10am , pulled pork sandwiches chicken, dinner plates available all day!! Beer soda!! Free inflatable rides for the kids! car show!!Touch of the wild trailer!! craft flea market!! Dunk tank! Bingo!! Gun Raffles bucket raffles w grill ,kayak and more!! MUSIC MAYHEM starts at 10 then LUCAS TUINSTRA UP N COMING COUNTRY/ROCKSTAR!! THEN HEADLINER !!! THAT 90’S BAND Fox valley favorite starts at 6pm !! FUN ALL DAY FOR EVERYONE!
For questions, Contact Keith Bagley at 608.369.3490, pheasantsforevermafia@gmail.com

Back to School Supply Giveaway
2025-07-25 22:00 - 2025-07-26 00:00 | Narrow Road Ministries, 25 W Montello Street, Montello, 53949
Marquette Community Church once again will be giving away free school supplies to anyone who has a need in our community .
Our Daily Thread/Narrow Road Ministries will be open during this event for free clothing and shoes for the whole family.

Lewy Body Caregiver Support Group
2025-07-23 01:30 - 03:30, 2025-07-09 01:30 - 03:30, 2025-06-25 01:30 - 03:30
Lewy Body
Caregiver
Support group
Build meaningful
connections with
other Lewy Body
caregivers and share,
laugh, and learn in a
nurturing virtual
space .
For information, please
contact:
Janet Wiegel at 608-297-3148
jwiegel@co.marquette.wi.us
OR
Rob Griesel at 920-386-3580
rgriesel@co.dodge.wi.us
Meets virtually the second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

"Show Up for Democracy Now" Peaceful Protest
2025-07-17 04:30 - 05:30 | sidewalk at Daggett Memorial Park, Montello, 53949
One-hour peaceful protest in support of democracy, justice, voting rights, clean environment, veterans programs, public education, public health and safety, plus other issues currently under threat. Bring your own sign or make one starting at 3:30 at 22 Main St, Montello

Communication Tips for Caregivers of People with Dementia
2025-07-15 01:00 - 02:30 | Virtual, 480 Underwood Avenue, Montello, WI, 53949, United States
Dementia changes peoples’ ability to understand, process and respond to many forms of communication. Come to our virtual presentation and learn some strategies and tips to help! To register, please contact Janet Wiegel, jwiegel@co.marquette.wi.us or 608-297-3148Communication Tips for Caregivers (3)

Comedy Hypnosis at Mike & Cathy’s Good Old Days
2025-07-12 07:00 - 09:30
𝐇𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨, 𝐖𝐈. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐧𝐬!
Who’s ready for a FUN-FILLED Night of Comedy & Hypnosis?
Saturday night, July 12th at Mike and Cathy’s Good Old Days.
𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙮𝙥𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙙𝙮 𝙃𝙮𝙥𝙣𝙤𝙨𝙞𝙨 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙬 is coming to town.
Mike and Cathy’s Good Old Days
W995 W North Shore Dr, Montello, WI 53949
Saturday, July 12th
Show: 7:00 pm
Prepare to be amazed as Jim Mitchell takes you on a journey filled with laughter, wonder, and hypnotic fun. This is your chance to experience one of the most unique and side-splitting comedy shows around, in Montello, WI!
Here’s what you can expect:
* Mind-Blowing Hypnosis: Watch in awe as Jim Mitchell hypnotizes volunteers from the audience and takes them on hilarious adventures they’ll never forget.
* Gut-Busting Laughter: Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt as Rich and his volunteers create comedy gold right before your eyes.
* Audience Interaction: You could be part of the show! Will you be the star of the night or enjoy the antics from the comfort of your seat?
This is a show that’s perfect for friends, family, and anyone looking to have a blast. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, The Astonishing Hypnotist Comedy Hypnosis Show is an experience like no other.
Don’t miss out on this hilarious event!
Share this post, invite your friends, and let’s make it a night to remember. Get your tickets before they disappear!
Get ready to laugh, be amazed, and experience the extraordinary with The Astonishing Hypnotist-Jim Mitchell
Get Your tickets at:
www.astonishinghypnotist.com

Red, White, & Booze Pub Crawl 2025
2025-07-11 22:00 - 2025-07-12 07:00
Get signed up at The Quarry!
Pre-register $20/person
Day of Registration $25/person
What better way to spend a Saturday than visiting your favorite Montello establishments, Basket Raffles, 50/50 & more! Help us support two great organizations close to our hearts–VetsRoll & our Local American Legion.
Pub Crawl Day:
Check in between 10am-11am at The Quarry get your stamp card.
Crawl begins 11am!
Must make a purchase at each stop to get your card signed.
Full stamp cards must be returned to The Quarry by 6pm to be entered for the Grand Prize Drawing!
50/50 Drawing 5pm–must be present to win
Basket Raffle Drawings 5:15pm–do not need to be present to win all baskets must be picked up within 7 days of the event
Grand Prize Drawing 5:30pm
Bonus Drawings will be held throughout the day, winners for bonus drawings can collect their prizes when turning in cards!

Art in the Park: Paint Pour Art
2025-07-10 02:00 - 03:00
Join us at the Packwaukee Library for Art in the Park!
All supplies included.
Please call the library to register: 608-589-5202

***Upcoming events for Art in the Park:
Wednesday, June 25th @ 2:00 pm
Stepping Stones
All ages welcome.
Thursday, July 10th @ 2:00 pm
Paint Pour Art
Best for ages 7+.
Thursday, August 7th @ 2:00 pm
Mini Sun Catchers
Best for ages 7+ or kids under 6 with adult assistance.

1 Year of the Quarry
2025-07-04 23:00 - 2025-07-05 04:00
We’re turning 1! Celebrate our first year in business with us this Fourth of July weekend–$2 beers, drink specials, giveaways, and we’re bringing back our very first live music artists! Abby Spencer Trio playing 8pm-11pm
We can’t thank all of patrons and employees enough for making The Quarry what it is today, so this party’s for you! Get out and enjoy

Montello Fireworks
2025-07-04 - 2025-07-05
Saturday, July 5, 2025
Fireworks at dusk near City Park
Rain date Aug. 9, 2025 (Montello’s 175th Anniversary)

Realistic Recovery Community Center Grand Opening
2025-07-03 22:00 - 2025-07-04 05:00 | 624 Main St, Montello, WI, 624 Main Street, Montello, 53949
Please join Marquette County’s new drop-in recovery center in celebrating their grand opening! Located next to Freitag’s grocery store at 624 Main St, Montello, Realistic Recovery Community Center is dedicated to helping individuals and families in their journey toward recovery from substance use. Come and enjoy food and connection with others in the community who support recovery.

Harrisville 4th of July Celebration
2025-07-03 - 2025-07-04
Friday, July 4th
Fireman’s Park/Sportsman’s Club -Cty. Rd. J – Harrisville
Parade at 11am (Line-up by 10:30am at the mill pond if you want to be in the parade)
Tractor Pulls start at 11am
Registration is from 9-10:30 (if you are pulling get there early so you can register on time and not get held up by the parade) No late entries!
Tractor pull free for spectators
See the tractor pullers Facebook page for ore information
Fireworks at dusk over the mill pond

Neshkoro Fireman’s Picnic and Fireworks
2025-07-03 - 2025-07-04
Friday July 4th, 2025Event starts at 4pm with food & beveragesR u Kiddin Me Entertainment playing your favorite classic rock from 4-6 pmCherry Pie will be rocking Neshkoro Starting @ 7:30 pm.Break time for fireworks at dusk & band will resume afterwards.

Check the Neshkoro Fire Dept. Facebook page for more info

Oxford Independence Day Celebration
2025-07-02 - 2025-07-05
July 3 – July 5

Softball tournament July 3 – 5th.
Volleyball tournament and bags tournament- Times TBD
Junior Olympics Sat July 5 at 10:30 Am.
Bike parade- meet downtown Oxford at 9AM. Sat. July 5
Live bands-
Best Practice- Friday July 4th form 7PM to 10:30.
Jenna Jane- Saturday July 5th from 5:30 to 9:30.
Food, refreshments, 2 large cash raffles and 50/50 raffles.
Fireworks Saturday July 5th at 10pm.

Watch the Oxford Fire Department Facebook page for changes or updates to the schedule

Click here for more information on Oxford Fire Department Facebook page

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34th Annual Coloma Fire & Lions Carshow
2025-06-27 20:00 - 2025-06-28 03:00
34th Annual Coloma Fire & Lions Carshow
34th Annual Carshow. This year new name and new car classes. This is a judged show. $10 entry fee. Food and beverages available for purchase, carnival rides for the kids. All proceeds go to the Coloma Fire Department and the Coloma Lions Club.
Coloma Village Park, Coloma, WI on Sat, 28 Jun, 2025 at 01:00 pm CDT

Free Drone Show
2025-06-27 10:00 - 11:30
Come Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Brakebush Brothers! Join us for a Drone Show on Friday, June 27th at 10:15pm at the Marquette County Fairgrounds! Free Entry!

Back2Basics Family Farm Pasture Walk
2025-06-25 06:00 - 08:30
Learn from Krystian and Monika Weglarz of Back2Bascis Family Farm and tour their 160+ acres. Back2Basics uses modern technology and old-world knowledge to bring healing and restoration to the land. They provide the best possible care for their animals and aim to build a connection to food, nature, and holistic nutrition for their family, friends, and customers. In addition to pasture-raised, grass-fed, and finished and Certified Organic Fed meats and eggs, they sell dehydrated dog treats, herbal teas, and beef tallow.
FREE and open to the public, no RSVP required.
Reminders:-Bring a water bottle.-Dress appropriately for the weather.

Ice Age Trail Crew – Trailbuilding – Mueller Lake, Langlade County
2025-06-24 20:00 - 2025-06-29 04:30
What You’ll Help Do:
Build tread across dramatic glacial topography of this National Park Service-owned property to reduce road walk miles in the county.
All Talents and Abilities Welcome!
There’s a role for volunteers of all ages and abilities. And no experience is necessary to participate. Friendly Alliance staff and certified volunteer crew leaders provide hands-on training to get you started immediately.
Schedule:
Your contribution of time and energy is welcome for any part of the event.
The event begins Wednesday, June 25, and concludes on Sunday, June 29. Trail construction activities begin each day around 8:00 a.m. and typically wrap up by 4:30 p.m. On Sunday, work ends by noon.
Meals and Checking in at Base Camp/Volunteer Check In Information:

Volunteers should report each day to Base Camp (TBA after registration).
A light breakfast will be provided, along with dinner, for volunteers staying overnight.

What to Bring:

Lunch, snacks, thermal mug, and bottles of water.
A reusable plate and cup for reducing waste.
Layers for variable temperatures and weather conditions.
Sturdy hiking or leather work boots (no tennis shoes) and muck boots and hip waders, if you have them.
Trail work gear: leather work gloves, hat, head net (the bugs are out!!), long sleeve shirt, long pants, and rain gear.
Day pack with water, sunscreen, mosquito repellant.
If camping: headlamp, tent, pad, sleeping gear, towel, personal needs, and a lawn chair. (If you prefer, you may arrange lodging in area hotels, too.)

Questions?
Please contact the Trail Team via email (TrailTeam@iceagetrail.org) or the Ice Age Trail Alliance office (800-227-0046).
We hope to see you!

Marquette County Fair
2025-06-24 12:00 - 2025-06-28 12:00
WE TREASURER OUR COMMUNITY!!
FREE GENERAL ADMISSION
FREE MUSIC
NO EXHIBITOR ENTRY FEES OR STALL RENT
EXCITING GRANDSTAND EVENTS (Fees Apply)
Advance Carnival Wristband Sales (Daily or Week)
NONE OF THIS IS POSSIBLE WITHOUT THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF OUR
SPONSORS and VENDORS
and Tireless Efforts of
all our VOLUNTEERS

June Chapter Meeting – Rock County
2025-06-24 06:00 - 07:30
June 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Coloma to celebrate 51 years of the Chicken Chew June 23-24-25
2025-06-23 04:30 - 2025-06-25 08:00
Chicken Chew this year will be a tribute to a small village that produces a great festival. The 51st Anniversary of Chicken Chew will be June 23, 24, and 25 with lots of activities for everyone in the family. There will be tons of activities all three days of the event. A carnival is coming for all 3 days and wristbands will be available each day.

On Friday night, The 3-day softball tournament kicks off, Prince of Peace serves its famous Fish Fry (Bake) from 4:30–7:00 pm, and the popular band Road Trip plays from 8–11 pm. The carnival will offer wristbands for rides from 6-10 pm.
On Saturday, start your day with a pancake breakfast from 7:30-11:00 am. Many more activities take place, including the Rodz & Ratz Revival Car Show, car & snowmobile swap meet, craft & flea market, quilt show at the Community Center from 10-3, village-wide garage sales from 8-4, volleyball and cornhole tournaments, library book sale from 8-12 noon, and more! The Coloma Historical Society exhibit will feature 51 years of the Chicken Chew and the Coloma School Grand Reunion featuring 10 Year (2013), 15 Year (2008) and 25 Year (1998).
Saturday afternoon also includes bingo, Chicken Drop, and a beer pong tournament. There is a pig roast dinner starting at 4 pm, and the Blooze Brothers will entertain from 8–11. Fireworks go off at dusk. Kids’ games will be featured, along with face painting on Saturday and a pedal pull at 1 pm.
Sunday is the parade, and the famous chicken dinners will be served, both beginning at 11 a.m. There’s also a classic car show and craft & flea market at the park, quilt show at the Community Center from 10-3, more garage sales around town, bingo at the park, face painting, softball, Historical Museum will be open, raffle drawings, and more.
Food and refreshments will be available at the food stand Saturday and Sunday. Carnival wristbands will be for sale and don’t miss the Chair Silent Auction where you can bid on your favorite painted chair to benefit the Coloma Business Association.
See their website for a complete schedule at: www.chickenchew.com, or watch this newspaper next week for their ad containing the schedule.

Great Scott: The Magical World of Color
2025-06-18 22:00 - 23:00
Get ready for another of Great Scott’s magical reading programs! Imagine an all-out, fun and magical adventure with color and surprise, ooohs and aaahs. You can expect amazing magic, very-cool ventriloquism, appropriate mood-setting music, fantastic fun for everyone, and, of course, the message of Read, Read, Read!
This show will be held in the community room at the Montello school during summer school, but the public is welcome to attend as well! Please enter the school through the canopy doors on Forest Lane. Registration is not required.

WARC Hike 8 – 3.8 Miles
2025-06-18 06:00 - 08:00
June 18 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Hike JSOL Parking to Parkside Drive/Edge Hill Drive Riverside Park
Hike through the Arbor Ridge segment and along the Devils Staircase Trail
Meet at the south pavilion, Riverside Park, 2600 Parkside Drive, Janesville
Carpool to JSOL Parking Lot
