2010 AREA ARTS EVENTS
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Dates/times of events may change; consider calling ahead or
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February
Month of February
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features paintings by David Giffey. 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
Through February 28, Sat/Sun 11am-3pm, good weather weekends
Annual Hearts and Flowers Exhibition
WI Artists Showcase/Jura Silverman Gallery, 143 S. Washington, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7049 or slvmnart@webtv.net
February 1, 7-9pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Do you like words and ideas? Share poems, prose, and music on, ... mostly ... the first Monday of the month. Listen and read, sing,
or play. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors. All are
welcome. Open mic. Free.
The Bank Restaurant, 134 W. Jefferson Street, Spring Green
FMI: Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234
February 5, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: Wild Heart. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI:
www.foodspot.com/arthurs/other1.html or
608-588-2521
February 6, 2-5pm
Live Music at the General Store
This week features Gil Plotkin & Bob Dries. Free and open to the public.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or
todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
February 6, 6:30pm potluck, dancing follows
Old Time Barn Dance
Featuring Barley Brothers and Caller Tim Jenkins. We welcome all ages
and experience levels to our dances in a friendly, encouraging atmosphere where
you can learn the steps, dance to your hearts content or simply sit and enjoy
the music and camaraderie! Bring the whole family and your favorite potluck
dish! Tickets: $6 adults (18+), $5 members, $4 seniors (65+) and teens (13-17), $2
children (5-12). We ask that you only wear shoes with non-marking soles on our
beautiful wooden dance floor. Thank you!
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
February 6-7, Sat 8pm and Sun 2pm
RMF
presents James DeVita in “In Acting Shakespeare”
Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors/students and are available at
The General Store, Nina’s, and The Flower Shop all in downtown Spring Green.
The
Gard Theater, 111 E. Jefferson Street, Spring Green
February 7, 1:30-3:30pm
Acoustic Jam at the General Store
Free and open to the public.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or
todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
February 10, 3:30–5pm
Children’s Fine Art Program: Edgar Degas – “An Impressionist Artist”
Learn to draw figures in action with drawing gestures. We will also be
making 3-D foil action figures! Open to children ages 7-12. Space is limited to
15 participants, so sign up soon! Registration is required. This program is
funded by The Spring Green Arts and Crafts Fair. The spring 2010 sessions theme
is “Artist and Their Art” a lesson in visual observation and hands-on
demonstration of three well-known artists and their style.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or
www.springgreenlibrary.org
February 12, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: The Karri Darley Band. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI:
www.foodspot.com/arthurs/other1.html or 608-588-2521
February 13, 9:30am
Valentine Tea & Valentine Workshop with Melissa Hildebrandt
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or
www.springgreenlibrary.org
February 13, 10am-1pm
River Valley Players Announces Auditions For Spring Show
RV-Players invites you to try-out for one of the marvelous roles (5 women, 3
men) in “ENCHANTED APRIL” by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth von
Arnim. Set in the 1920’s, this romantic comedy centers around four English women
who rent a castle on a remote Italian island to try to come to grips with their
lives and relationships. During their enchanted month in Italy, the ladies fall
under the spell of their idyllic, sun-drenched surroundings. They rediscover
laughter, learn new truths about themselves and find the romance they long for.
RV Middle School band room, 660 West Daley St, Spring Green (please park in the
2nd (rear) parking lot and use the entrance to the Rt of the administrative
offices)
FMI: Michele Brucker,
bellamichele@gmail.com or 608-588-2685
February 13, All day
Paul Bentzen Day
A mid-winter bash celebrating local musician, actor, humorist & culinary
artist Paul Bentzen’s birthday with jambalaya, bluegrass and
microbrews. Jambalaya served from noon until sold out, bluegrass jam begins at
2pm, and a silent auction will be held 9am-6pm for the High School Music Spring
Trip fundraiser. All are welcome.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
February 13, 4pm
Old-Fashioned Barn Dance
Featuring Staph Infection playing from 4-7pm and Midnight Divas following.
Sandbar Sports Arena, Arena
FMI: 608-753-2000
February 14
Come In From the Cold
An informal evening with APT actors and members of the community; poetry,
music by The General Store Band, and maybe a hot-toddy. Scheduled as readers are
Colleen Madden, James Ridge, David Daniel, Sarah Day, Jim DeVita, Matt Schwader,
Susan Shunk, and Leia Espericueta. Admission is free and donations will be
accepted to benefit the children of Haiti. Funds raised will buy food as part of
a national movement to care for starving children.
The Shed (upstairs), 123 N. Lexington Street, Spring Green
February 15, 6-9pm
River Valley Players Announces Auditions For Spring Show
RV-Players invites you to try-out for one of the marvelous roles (5 women, 3
men) in “ENCHANTED APRIL” by Matthew Barber, from the novel by Elizabeth von
Arnim. Set in the 1920’s, this romantic comedy centers around four English women
who rent a castle on a remote Italian island to try to come to grips with their
lives and relationships. During their enchanted month in Italy, the ladies fall
under the spell of their idyllic, sun-drenched surroundings. They rediscover
laughter, learn new truths about themselves and find the romance they long for.
RV Middle School band room, 660 West Daley St, Spring Green (please park in the
2nd (rear) parking lot and use the entrance to the Rt of the administrative
offices)
FMI: Michele Brucker,
bellamichele@gmail.com or 608-588-2685
February 15, 7pm
Middle School Band Concert
River Valley Middle School band students have been busy preparing music for
their annual Winter Band Concert. Each of the sixth, seventh and eighth grade
bands and several small ensembles will be featured, playing a wide variety of
band music. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.
River Valley High School gym, Spring Green
February 17, 7:30pm
Plain Page Turners Book Club
The Plain Page Turners book discussion group is held on the third Tuesday of
every month at 7:30pm in the library’s community room, unless otherwise noted.
Members each take a turn choosing a book and hosting the meeting at the library.
Anyone is welcome to join! This month: “Orpheus Lost” by Janette Turner
Hospital.
Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main Street, Plain
FMI:
http://www.scls.lib.wi.us/pla/
February 19, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: Lucas Cates Band. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI:
www.foodspot.com/arthurs/other1.html or 608-588-2521
February 20, 2-5pm
Live Music at the General Store/
Food Drive for the Spring Green Food Pantry
Performers T.B.A. Free and open to the public.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or
todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
February 21, 2pm
Wingra Woodwind Quintet Concert
Richland Concert Association is honored to bring this classical quintet
concert to our community. Tickets: adults $15, students $5; season tickets
available.
Richland Center Auditorium, 182 N. Central Avenue, Richland Center
FMI: 608-549-2014
February 26, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: Midnight Crisis. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI:
www.foodspot.com/arthurs/other1.html or 608-588-2521
February 27, 2-5pm
Live Music at the General Store
This week features Adrienne Applegate. Free and open to the public.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or
todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
February 27, 8pm
Concert by John Hammond
With a career that spans over three decades, John Hammond is one of handful
of white blues musicians who was on the scene at the beginning of the first
blues renaissance of the mid-’60s. That revival, brought on by renewed interest
in folk music around the U.S., brought about career boosts for many of the great
classic blues players, including Mississippi John Hurt, Rev. Gary Davis, and
Skip James. Some critics have described Hammond as a white Robert Johnson, and
Hammond does justice to classic blues by combining powerful guitar and harmonica
playing with expressive vocals and a dignified stage presence. Tickets: $17
general, $15 members.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
March
Month of March
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features the annual Middle School Show. 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
March 1, 7-9pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Do you like words and ideas? Share poems, prose, and music on, ... mostly ... the first Monday of the month. Listen and read, sing,
or play. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors. All are
welcome. Open mic. Free.
NEW LOCATION: Herbs, Spices & More, 7352 Hwy 14, Arena
FMI: Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234
March 5, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: Steel Blue. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI:
www.foodspot.com/arthurs/other1.html or 608-588-2521
March 10, 3:30–5pm
Children’s Fine Art Program: Vincent Van Gogh – “An Expressionist Artist”
Putting feeling into art with color and brush strokes, the children will
make their own collage of “Starry Night” one of Van Gogh’s most famous
paintings. Open to children ages 7-12. Space is limited to 15 participants, so
sign-up soon! Registration is required. he spring 2010 sessions theme is “Artist
and Their Art” a lesson in visual observation and hands-on demonstration of
three well-known artists and their style.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or
www.springgreenlibrary.org
March 11-14
Making it Home Film Festival: Dodgeville
Presented in conjunction with the Dodgeville Chamber of Commerce, Military
Ridge Prairie Heritage Area, Driftless Area Land Conservancy, and Capture Media,
the Making It Home festival will take place at the Dodge Theatre in the heart of
beautiful downtown Dodgeville. Film screening and events will continue through
the long weekend, with a special land management workshop on Saturday, March 13
at nearby Folklore Village. Free and open to the public. Check website for
festival schedule.
Dodge Theatre, 205 North Iowa Street, Dodgeville
FMI: Katie Abbott, Making it Home program coordinator, at 608-935-2791 x 134
(office) or 608 -341-6493 (cell) or
http://makingwisconsinhome.org/statewide/index.php?category_id=4602&subcategory_id=6890
March 18-21
RVHS Musical, “Little Shop of Horrors”
More information to come.
APT Touchstone Theatre, Golf Course Road, Spring Green
March 21, 2pm and 6pm
1920s Revisited/Silent Film Event
Attention film club and art movie enthusiasts! Good old-fashioned fun at the
Al Ringling Theatre - 1920s Revisited. Silent movie, “The Strong Man,” Donnie
Rankin at the Mighty Barton Theatre Organ, early animation short films, AND a
taste of Vaudeville. Proceeds to benefit the Al Ringling Theatre Restoration.
Cost: $5.00.
Al Ringling Theatre, 136 Fourth Avenue, Baraboo
FMI: 608-356-8080 or
www.alringling.com
March 22, 7pm
Spring Green Community Library Annual Meeting and Reader’s Theatre
Featuring “Women With Casseroles” by the Program Committee. Sponsored by the
Friends of the Library.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or
www.springgreenlibrary.org
March 27, Viewing begins at 3pm, Auction begins at 4pm
10th Annual “Artists to the Rescue!” Live Art Auction
The 10th Annual “Artists to the Rescue!” Live Art Auction will be held
Saturday, March 27th, 2010 at Time Out Restaurant, in Dodgeville. Admission is
$10 with all proceeds going directly to the Iowa County Humane Society. Artwork
will be available for viewing at Spring Gate Mall in Dodgeville and Sirius
Sunlight Glass Studio in Mineral Point, as well as on the website prior to the
event.
Time Out Restaurant, 237 N. Iowa Street, Dodgeville
FMI: http://www.ichs.net
May 28, 12:45pm and 7pm
RVMS Shakespeare Performs “As You Like It”
More information to come.
May 29, 10:15am
RVMS Shakespeare Performs “As You Like It”
More information to come.
April
Month of April
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features the annual High School Show. 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
April 14, 3:30–5pm
Popcorn & A Movie
All are welcome! Come join the fun; no age limit. Registration is required.
Note: The movie title will be announced closer to day of show.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or
www.springgreenlibrary.org
April 16, 7:30pm
Concert by The April Verch Band
The April Verch Band, with April at the helm on the fiddle, delivers richly
textured phrasing on traditional roots tunes, bluegrass and newgrass melodies,
jazz-influenced compositions, and country music. When April trades her fiddling
for the rhythmic art of stepdancing, the band takes on the sound of the old
lumber camp halls where those without instruments created rhythms with their
feet. The metal taps on April’s shoes generate exhilarating cadences that
enhance her traditional Ottawa Valley arrangements. It’s even more impressive
when April continues playing intricate rifts on her fiddle while dancing the
rhythmic pulse that drives the tune. The overall effect on her audiences is
electrifying. Tickets: $15 general, $13 members.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
April 18, 2pm
Gathering of Area Book Clubs & Discussion: “The Museum of Happiness”
With Jesse Lee Kercheval. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276 or
www.springgreenlibrary.org
April 22–25
River Valley Players Presents “ENCHANTED APRIL”
Set in the 1920’s, this romantic comedy centers around four English women
who rent a castle on a remote Italian island to try to come to grips with their
lives and relationships. During their enchanted month in Italy, the ladies fall
under the spell of their idyllic, sun-drenched surroundings. They rediscover
laughter, learn new truths about themselves and find the romance they long for.
More information to come.
April 30, 8pm
Concert by The Special Consensus
The Special Consensus repertoire features original compositions by band
members and professional songwriters (such as “Dusk ’Til Dawn” and “Margarita
Breakdown”). The repertoire also includes traditional bluegrass standards (songs
by Bill Monroe, Flatt and Scruggs, etc.) and songs by artists from other musical
genres (such as “Blue Skies” by Irving Berlin). As a result of this musical
diversity, The Special Consensus has performed at the most traditional bluegrass
festivals and has also been the band to bridge the gap between traditional and
progressive bands at more diverse festivals and fairs. Their driving music will
have you tapping your toes long after the concert is done! $15 general
admission, $13 members.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
May
June
June 9, 7pm
Lands End Summer Concert
Great music and good fun. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; food available.
Harris Park, 600 Bennett Road, Dodgeville
June 11-13, 10am-5pm daily
Spring Art Tour 2010
4th annual Mount Horeb Area open studios event. Discover the magic! Explore
the beauty of the springtime countryside in the unique glacially driftless area
of South Central Wisconsin as you tour the rarely seen Open Art Studios of Mount
Horeb, Verona, Mazomanie, Black Earth, Cross Plains, Blue Mounds and towns in
between.
Fifteen mile radius around the Mount Horeb area
FMI: www.mhaaa.org
June 16, 7pm
Lands End Summer Concert
Great music and good fun. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; food available.
Harris Park, 600 Bennett Road, Dodgeville
June 23, 7pm
Lands End Summer Concert
Great music and good fun. Bring a lawn chair or blanket; food available.
Harris Park, 600 Bennett Road, Dodgeville
June 26-27, Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Spring Green Arts & Crafts Fair
41st annual arts and fine crafts fair with over 200 exhibitors held in
downtown Spring Green. A variety of entertainment is provided, including
dancing, folk singing, and many local musicians. Free admission.
Jefferson Street, Downtown Spring Green
FMI: John Hess 608-588-7082 or
johnhess@mhtc.net;
www.springgreenartfair.com
July
July 22-25
River Valley Players Summer Show
SOON TO BE ANNOUNCED
August
Month of August
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features geometric abstractions by Aris Georges. 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
September
OCTOBER
October 21-24
River Valley Players Fall Musical
SOON TO BE ANNOUNCED
NOVEMBER
November 4-7
River Valley Players Fall Musical
SOON TO BE ANNOUNCED
DECEMBER
Month of December
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features the annual River Valley Stitchers Quilt Show. 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
Contact calendar@springgreenarts.org
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Updated: February 08, 2010
