ARTS & EVENTS CALENDAR

This month features mixed media by Kate Franzman. Library hours are Monday/Wednesday 10-8; Tuesday/Thursday 12:30-8; Friday 9-5:30; Saturday 9-12:30. Please ask the librarian for the key to unlock the “exhibit room.”
Community Room, Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or www.springgreenlibrary.org

The third in a series of month-long exhibits continues featuring the artwork of River Valley High School students. The display will showcase more than 40 pieces of art, including paintings that focus on the passionate interest of the student, and calligraphy and fashion accessories made from repurposed materials created by first year art students. The featured student artist for this exhibit is River Valley senior Haley Heinz. Sponsored by the Spring Green Area Arts Coalition, Art At Work is a collaboration between local businesses, River Valley Schools, and the Arts Coalition.
Jefferson Plaza, 150 Jefferson Street, Spring Green

Alt-blues rock band, Boheme '66, gets out for a rare River Valley gig. The night will start out with a sweet acoustic/electric set by Charles Boheme followed by some lowdown electric barbecued blues-rawk from Boheme '66. Come, order up some delicious smoky meat, and enjoy a little bit of the sweet and the lowdown. No cover. Time subject to change.
Bob's BBQ Emporium, 8164 US Hwy 14, Arena
FMI: 608-807-8287

The public is invited to a reception featuring the artwork of River Valley High School students. The opening coincides with First Fridays at Five, the time when Spring Green shops stay open for visitors and shoppers. Jan von Stein, art teacher, will introduce the exhibit and the young artists. Refreshments will be served. Hosted by Zwettler Rural Insurance and the Spring Green Vision Center, the display will showcase more than 40 pieces of art, including paintings that focus on the passionate interest of the student, and calligraphy and fashion accessories made from repurposed materials created by first year art students. The featured student artist for this exhibit is River Valley senior Haley Heinz. The exhibit continue to be open for public viewing 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, beginning February 13 and closing March 12. Sponsored by the Spring Green Area Arts Coalition, Art At Work is a collaboration between local businesses, River Valley Schools, and the Arts Coalition.
Jefferson Plaza, 150 Jefferson Street, Spring Green

We are happy to welcome back Pat Scofield, art teacher, who will be instructing the after-school art series. This month, students will discuss the sculptor, Alexander Calder, and learn about mobiles and balance in this paper sculpture lesson. This program is made possible through a grant from the Spring Green Arts and Crafts Fair. Sign-up begins two weeks prior to the program. Space is limited and registration is required.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or www.springgreenlibrary.org

A “don’t miss” event, with Standing Room Only every year with a report on the previous year’s Friends of the Library accomplishments, and a hilarious presentation by an ambitious troupe of amateur thespians, this year presenting “Ladies at Lunch,” and “Halftime” about a basketball team of nuns. Presented by The Program Committee.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: 608-588-2276 or www.springgreenlibrary.org

Remember the old American television game show Match Game hosted by Gene Raeburn? Celebrities answer fill-in-the-blank questions asked by the host and two contestants attempt to match the answers given by the six-celebrity panel. The contestant earns one point for each celebrity that writes the same answer. The show had a reputation for bawdy humor and double entendre answers. On Saturday, March 31, the Spring Green Area Arts Coalition will hold its annual fund-raising event based on this old game show Match Game. Prizes will be awarded to winning contestants and to members of the audience who play the game. The game show replaces Celebrity Squares which has been presented for the last six years. Local celebrities and master of ceremonies currently are being invited and will be announced at a later date. Watch this website for updates. Tickets are available for $12 at the General Store, Nina’s, Convivio, Arcadia Book Store, Pamela’s Fine Jewelry in Spring Green, The Shoppe--Herbs Spices and More in Arena and Annmarie’s Garden Café in Plain. Funds raised from Match Game will match funds from the Wisconsin Arts Board. The money benefits area artists and arts and cultural organizations in the River Valley through the Arts Coalition’s Creative Community Grants Program.
Gard Theater, Jefferson Street, downtown Spring Green

River Valley Players to perfporm Steel Magnolias, a play by Robert Harling directed by Jeannie McCarville. Tentative performance dates are April 12-15. More information to come.
FMI: www.rivervalleyplayers.org

We are happy to welcome back Pat Scofield, art teacher, who will be instructing the after-school art series. This month, students will learn how to fold and manipulate paper into beautiful shapes. This program is made possible through a grant from the Spring Green Arts and Crafts Fair. Sign-up begins two weeks prior to the program. Space is limited and registration is required.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or www.springgreenlibrary.org

American Players Theatre (up the hill), Cty Hwy C, Spring Green
FMI: www.americanplayers.org or 608-588-2361

This architecture camp for students in 5th through 10th grades will introduce participants to the principles of organic architecture, and the work and life of Frank Lloyd Wright. Students will research, design and construct their own models for a specific environmental site. This hands-on program will enhance students’ critical thinking and problem solving skills, and foster their creative expression through a multifaceted program. Fee: $200 (includes lunch). Registration required.
Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center/Taliesin, Spring Green
FMI: chamblen@taliesinpreservation.org or 608-588-7090, ext. 230; www.taliesinpreservation.org/education-1/family-and-youth-programs

This architecture camp for students in 5th through 10th grades will introduce participants to the principles of organic architecture, and the work and life of Frank Lloyd Wright. Students will research, design and construct their own models for a specific environmental site. This hands-on program will enhance students’ critical thinking and problem solving skills, and foster their creative expression through a multifaceted program. Fee: $200 (includes lunch). Registration required.
Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center/Taliesin, Spring Green
FMI: chamblen@taliesinpreservation.org or 608-588-7090, ext. 230; www.taliesinpreservation.org/education-1/family-and-youth-programs