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September
Month of September
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features oil paintings by Barb Bernard. 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 September 5, Wed-Sun 11am-5pm
“Celebrating Spirit” Exhibition
This exhibition featuring the work of Joyce Gust, a Wisconsin printmaker and
painter, will show a range of work covering two decades of mixed media
monotypes, etchings, monoprints, and works combining watercolor, drawing, and
handmade papers.
WI Artists Showcase/Jura Silverman Gallery, 143 S. Washington, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7049 or slvmnart@webtv.net;
www.springgreen.com/jsgallery
September 3-4, 7pm
Auditions for “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”
Roles for 16 adults are available. Community people and students
welcome. Tech, design and management people encouraged to come to auditions.
UW-Richland campus, Coppertop Theatre, Richland Center
FMI: rilliam@charter.net
September 4, 5:30pm
Dinner and a Movie Fundraiser
The River Valley Community Learning Foundation is hosting dinner and a
movie. Start the evening with Greek salad and a dessert in the upstairs
“taverna” at The Shed from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Tickets for dinner are $10 and must
be purchased in advance and no later than August 31st. Liquid libations are not
included! Then head outside to enjoy local night before wandering over to The
Gard Theater to dance, jive and have the time of your life at 8:00pm for the one
time only, sing-along, dance-along showing of MammaMia! Bring your
flashlight. Printed lyrics will be provided but chances are you know the words
already! Movie tickets are $6 for students and $8 for adults. Tickets for the
dinner and the movie are available in advance at Nina’s and The Shed. There may
be movie tickets available at the theater the night of the showing, but we are
hoping to be sold out. All proceeds from the evening will go to The River Valley
Community Learning Foundation and will eventually be dispersed back into the
community.
The Shed (upstairs), 123 N. Lexington Street and
The Gard Theatre, 113 E. Jefferson Street, Spring Green
FMI: Megan Bond at 608-588-7019 or
tickledpink54@hotmail.com
September 4, 6pm
Local Night at The Shed
Local food, local beer, local talent. Tonight: Nath Dresser. Food
starts at 5:30pm, music starts between 6-6:30pm. No cover charge.
The Shed, 123 N. Lexington Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-9049
September 5-October 31, Wed-Sun 11am-5pm
“Handmade Paper” Exhibition
This exhibition features paintings, mixed media, and assemblages.
WI Artists Showcase/Jura Silverman Gallery, 143 S. Washington, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7049 or slvmnart@webtv.net;
www.springgreen.com/jsgallery
September 5, 8pm
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 5-7, 8pm
Wild West Days
Music, kid’s tractor pull and games, beer & food tent, horseshoes, raffle
throughout the weekend and a great parade on Sunday downtown.
Lion’s Park, Mazomanie
FMI:
http://madison.craigslist.org/eve/806593320.html
September 5, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: Trailer Kings. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI: www.kauldine.com or
608-588-2521
September 6, 3pm
The Belle’s Stratagem
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 6, 8pm
Widowers’ Houses
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 7, Times TBA
Art Exhibition at Taliesin
Exhibition and reception with local artist Nancy Giffey. Free.
Taliesin Hillside Theater, Spring Green
FMI:
ezwebcalendar.com/taliesinevents or contact:
chamblen@franklloydwright.org
September 7, 1pm
Ah, Wilderness!
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 7, 2pm
Hymn Sings
The 29th season of old-fashioned hymn sings will feature a different organist
and music leader each time who will guide the singers who attend. This month
features Doug Swenson of Madison as leader, and Helen Birkemeier of Spring Green
playing the organ. Sponsored by Rural Musicians Forum, the sings are scheduled
for the first Sunday of each month through October. The hymn sings are
nondenominational and open to everyone to attend regardless of
singing ability. Refreshments are served and there is no admission charge.
Wyoming Valley United Methodist Church, Route 23, approx. 5 miles south of
Spring Green
FMI: John Hess, 608-588-7082 or
johnhess@mhtc.net
September 7, 3-5pm
Concert at Taliesin
Nathaniel Bartlett, Madison marimbist, specializes in art music of our time
on an instrument of our time—the modern marimba. For more information visit:
www.nathanielbartlett.com. Tickets: $10.
Taliesin Hillside Theater, Spring Green
FMI:
ezwebcalendar.com/taliesinevents or contact:
chamblen@franklloydwright.org
September 7, 6pm
Henry IV
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 8, 7-9pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Do you like words and ideas? Share poems, prose, and music at the General
Store 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.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234 or
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
September 10, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 10, 5pm-7pm
Taliesin Garden Reception
The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and Taliesin Preservation Inc. invite
Spring Green area residents and friends to
an open house and garden reception. Please park at the FLLW Visitor Center.
Taliesin, Spring Green
FMI: FLLW Visitor Center at 608-588-7900
September 11, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 11, 7pm
Old Blind Dogs Concert
Celtic music from Scotland. Tickets: $15 advance, $20 at the door. Tickets
are available at Flower Shop and Village Gifts, Spring Green; Plain Kwik
Stop/Shell Station, Plain; and Dietz Cabinet Designs, Reedsburg.
St. Patrick’s Church, S8280 Hwy. G, Loreto Ridge (approximately 8 miles north of
Plain where Hwy. G and Hwy. GG meet)
FMI: 608-986-3760 or
http://oldblinddogs.co.uk
September 11, 7:30pm
Widowers’ Houses
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 12, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 12, 7-9pm
LitFest Free Reading
Spring Green Literary Festival begins on Friday evening with a free reading by
the featured writers and is open to the public. 2008 LitFest includes
award-winning authors:
Charles Baxter, novelist and short story writer; James DeVita, novelist and
playwright; and Honor Moore, poet and nonfiction writer. Saturday is exclusively open to
registrants (see below).
Gard Theater, 111 E. Jefferson Street, Spring Green
FMI: www.springgreenlitfest.org, 608-588-3009 or
info@springgreenlitfest.org
September 12, 8pm
The Belle’s Stratagem
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 12, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: Cheyenne. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI: www.kauldine.com or
608-588-2521
September 13, 12-4pm
ClydeFest ’08
The Clyde Community Center will be hosting an afternoon of music, food, and
fun at its second annual “ClydeFest.” Bring your lawn chair and/or blanket—the
festival will be held out on the lawn. Music will be performed by a number of
talented Clyde residents including Bill Schmidt, Daniel and Judy Gilbertson, Dan
Wood, Ayla Langer, Ted Frank, and The Clydesdales. Food vendors will be at the
event with a variety of items for sale. In addition, booths will be set up both
inside and outside the community center for Clyde-area vendors. Vendors will be
offering items such as perennial plants and landscape design, arts, crafts, and
organic fruit. There will be a variety of children’s lawn games throughout the
afternoon. Games will start at 12:30 pm. There will also be a face painting and
craft table. Free to the public.
Clyde Community Center, State Highway 130, south of Lone Rock
FMI: Emily Landmann, 608-843-2763;
emily.landmann@gmail.com or
www.clydefest.com
September 13, 5pm-12:30am
Spring Green Fire and EMS Dance
Spring Green Fire/EMS annual dinner and dance. The sit down social/dinner will be held from
5pm-8pm. Food will also be served at the bar all night. Live music by SuperTuesday will
be held from 8:30pm until 12:30am. In 2007 and to date, fire and EMS staff have
responded to a record number of emergencies from fires and evacuations to
accidents and medical emergencies. Tickets: $5 donation.
Fire Station, Spring Green
September 13, 8:30am-5pm
Spring Green Literary Festival 2008
This annual event is a mix of readings, intimate group discussions with the
authors, and relaxation—all in the gently rolling hills made famous by Frank
Lloyd Wright. 2008 LitFest includes award winning authors:
Charles Baxter, novelist and short story writer; James DeVita, novelist and
playwright; and Honor Moore, poet and nonfiction writer. Saturday is exclusively open to registrants.
Ticket prices: $55, student $25. The cost of attendance includes a continental breakfast, entrance to the all-day conference, and a catered lunch in the
Fellowship dining hall. An additional fee of $30 ($25 for students) is required
for the optional Writers Workshop.
Hillside Theater, Taliesin, 6604 Cty Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI: www.springgreenlitfest.org, 608-588-3009 or
info@springgreenlitfest.org
September 13, 3pm
Henry IV
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 13, 8pm
Ah, Wilderness!
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 14, 1pm
The Belle’s Stratagem
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 14, 6pm
Widowers’ Houses
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 16, 10:30am
Henry IV
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 17, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 18, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 18, 6pm
Local Night at The Shed
Local food, local beer, local talent. Tonight: Janna Johnson. Food
starts at 5:30pm, music starts between 6-6:30pm. No cover charge.
The Shed, 123 N. Lexington Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-9049 or
www.shedspringgreen.com
September 18, 7:30pm
The Belle’s Stratagem
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 19, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 19, 8pm
Ah, Wilderness!
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 19, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: Dr. Rumley Snuff. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI: www.kauldine.com or
608-588-2521
September 19–21, Fri, 1–7pm/Sat, 10am–5pm/Sun, 10am–5pm
Out of Town Exhibit
Aron Meudt, a previous recipient of a SGAAC grant award, will be exhibiting
at the 3rd Annual Hidden River Art Festival. Tickets: $5.
Mitchell Park, south of 198th and Capitol Drive, Brookfield
FMI: Aron L Meudt, 608-341-8040;
ameudt@hotmail.com
September 20, 1pm
Book Reading by Sara Rath
Local author Sara Rath will be reading and signing her new novel, “Night
Sisters.” From her website, “Her twelfth book, Night Sisters,
is narrated by a Madison woman whose flirtation with Spiritualism results in an
encounter with a mischievous spirit and eerie reflections upon the unresolved
death of a childhood friend. This novel is partly set at the Wonewoc Spiritual
Camp in western Wisconsin and will be available in August 2008.” Free and open
to the public.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI:
http://sararath.com/
September 20, 3pm
Widowers’ Houses
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 20, 8pm
Henry IV
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 21, 11am-3pm
Historical Society to Hold Open House
The Old Franklin Township Hall will be open to the public and members on the
third Sunday of September and October. The OFTHS hopes anyone interested will
plan to attend. Everyone is welcome.
September 21, 2pm
Richland Concert Association Series Presents: Pro Arte Quartet
One of the world’s distinguished string quartets, the PRO ARTE QUARTET promotes
an exciting balance of old and new repertoire in chamber music.
Tickets: $15 single tickets or $40 membership for all five season concerts.
Family memberships are $80. UW-Richland students admitted free by showing
current student ID card at the door.
City Auditorium, 182 N. Central Avenue, Richland Center
FMI: Barb Blackmore, 608-647-6477
September 21, 6pm
The Belle’s Stratagem
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 23, 10am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 24, 7:30am-9:30pm
Theatre trip to see “Wicked” in Chicago
Community people, and families of students are welcome to join UW-R
students to see the hit musical. $150 for orchestra ticket and coach.
FMI: joanna.muller@uwc.edu
September 24, 10am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 25, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 25, 7:30pm
Ah, Wilderness!
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 26, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 26, 8pm
Widowers’ Houses
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 26, 8:30pm-12:30am
Friday Night Bands at Arthur’s
Tonight: The John Masino Band. Drink specials, free coffee and soda for designated
drivers. No cover charge.
Arthur’s, Hwy 14 & Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI: www.kauldine.com or
608-588-2521
September 27, 3pm
The Belle’s Stratagem
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 27th, 10am & 1pm (tours)/4pm (free at FLLW Visitor Center)
Loving Frank Book Signing Event with Nancy Horan at Taliesin
Author Nancy Horan will make a special appearance at Taliesin to participate
in a tour of Taliesin and to hold private and public book signings. Tour times
are at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Also, there will be a FREE public book singing
and reading at the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
ADVANCED RESERVATIONS FOR THE TOURS IS REQUIRED. Fee: $129.00 per person. Please
call. Must be at least 18. Ticket price includes lunch and private book signing.
Taliesin (tours), Hwy 23, Spring Green/FLLW Visitor Center, Cty Rd C, Spring
Green
FMI: 877-588-7900, ext. 221
September 27, 7:30pm
Concert at Taliesin: Third Coast Percussion Quartet
This dynamic quartet is committed to breaking down barriers between
classical and popular art forms, bringing fresh new sounds to venues from
concert halls to theaters and clubs Third Coast Percussion has quickly
established a strong commitment to the very highest performance standards for
new music. In addition to performances of classic works by John Cage and Steve
Reich, Third Coast has commissioned and premiered pieces by many of today’s
leading up-and-coming composers. This unique chamber music group has continued
to blur the lines between musical styles with performances at Chicago venues
such as the Neo-Futurarium theatre and the The Empty Bottle. No matter what the
setting, Third Coast Percussion brings remarkable intensity, finesse, and
dedication to the unique music they play. Visit:
www.thirdcoastpercussion.com. Tickets: $10.
Taliesin Hillside Theater, Spring Green
FMI:
ezwebcalendar.com/taliesinevents or contact:
chamblen@franklloydwright.org
September 27, 8pm
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 28, 6pm
Widowers’ Houses
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
September 28-29, Sun 3pm/Mon 7pm
Presentation of Local Movie, “Madison”
Brent Notbohm will be presenting his new film “Madison.” Each showing will
be followed by a discussion with Brent and others who worked on the film.
Tickets: $8. Sponsored by the
Spring Green Film Club and SGAAC. More information coming.
Gard Theater, 111 E. Jefferson Street, Spring Green
September 30, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
OCTOBER
Month of October
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features watercolors by students of the Sue Johnson Group 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
October 1, 10am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
October 2, 10am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
October 3, 10:30am
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
October 3, 8pm
The Belle’s Stratagem
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
October 3-5
Red Door Gallery Annual Fall Art Show
Meet the artists reception Fri 6-8 pm, demos Saturday & Sunday. Sponsored by
Richland Area Arts Council.
Red Door Gallery, 131 W. Court Street, Richland Center
FMI: 608-649-1700
October 4, 3pm
Widowers’ Houses
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
October 4, 8pm
Ah, Wilderness!
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
October 5, 2pm
Hymn Sings
The 29th season of old-fashioned hymn sings will feature a different organist
and music leader each time who will guide the singers who attend. The season
closes with Maggie Paulus of Spring Green as leader, and Lauri Liegel of the
Town of Wyoming playing the organ. Sponsored by Rural Musicians Forum, the hymn
sings are nondenominational and open to everyone to attend regardless of
singing ability. Refreshments are served and there is no admission charge.
Wyoming Valley United Methodist Church, Route 23, approx. 5 miles south of
Spring Green
FMI: John Hess, 608-588-7082 or
johnhess@mhtc.net
October 5, 6pm
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361;
www.playinthewoods.org
October 6, 7pm
Film Showing of “Cut”
View the film “Cut” by Madison film producer and director, Wendy Schneider.
“Cut” addresses self injury, a topic that is largely unacknowledged and affects
many of our young people. Schneider uses a combination of words, music, and
artwork to bring to light the truths of this sensitive topic. This opportunity
is made available through the Spring Green Center For Creativity by a grant from
the Sauk Prairie Memorial Hospital and the River Valley Community Learning
Foundation.
River Valley High School, Little Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Heather Terrill Stotts, 608-513-8174
October 6, 7-9pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Do you like words and ideas? Share poems, prose, and music at the General
Store 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.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234 or
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
October 9, 7pm
Author Jim DeVita Discusses “The Silenced”
Come meet, converse, and discuss with Jim DeVita, author of “The Silenced.”
The novel is inspired by the story of Sophie Scholl, a member of a non-violent
resistance group in Nazi Germany during WWII.
River Arts Center, 105 Ninth Street, Prairie du Sac
FMI: rai@riverartscenter.org or
608-643-5634;
www.riverartscenter.org
October 11-12, 10am-4pm
18th Annual Harvest Festival at Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery
Hayrides through the vineyards (weather permitting), free winery tours, free
Taste of Wisconsin: wine jelly, wine salami and wine cheese spread made from our
premium wines, grilled Buffalo Burgers plus brats & dogs 11am-4pm both days.
Live music on Saturday by Vilas Craig playing old time Rock n’ Roll; Sunday by
Santa Fe playing Country & Western. Noon to 4pm both days.
Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery, 16008 Pine Tree Road, Highland
FMI: 608-929-7692 or www.spurgeonvineyards.com/harvest_festival.cfm
October 17-19, 10am-6pm daily
Fall Art Tour ©
The
third full weekend each October, some of Wisconsin’s best-known artisans
invite you into their studios. Now in its 15th year, the Fall Art Tour draws
visitors from all over the country. Visit artists’ studios tucked away in the
scenic hills in and around Wisconsin’s art communities of Mineral Point,
Spring Green/Dodgeville and Baraboo. During the 3-day tour, artists will be in
their studios, demonstrating their work. Many of these studios are open only for
this event. Free.
Location: Mineral Point, Spring Green/Dodgeville and Baraboo
FMI: Cornerstone Gallery 608-356-7805 or www.fallarttour.com
October 18, 3pm
Book Reading by Richard Cates, Jr.
Richard Cates, Jr. will be reading and signing his new book, “Voices From
the Heart of the Land,” on Saturday, October 18. The author will be present from
12:00 noon to 3:00pm to meet and greet, and will read at 3:00pm. The book is
described as “A collection of reminiscences, observations, and opinions from
more than 30 River Valley area families.” Free and open to the public.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI:
http://www.springgreengeneralstore.com/events.html
October 19, 11am-3pm
Historical Society to Hold Open House
The Old Franklin Township Hall will be open to the public and members on the
third Sunday of September and October. The OFTHS hopes anyone interested will
plan to attend. Everyone is welcome.
October 22, 5-7pm
SGAAC Social: The Art of Brewing Beer
The craft of brewing and the future plans for the Brewery will be topics of
the evening in addition to the art of beer enjoyment. All SGAAC socials are free
and open to the public.
Furthermore Barn, 506 E. Madison Street, Spring Green
NOVEMBER
Month of November
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features pastel and acrylic paintings by Chris Miles. 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
November 1, 9am-4pm
Annual Arts & Crafts Fair
Dodgeville Middle & High School, Dodgeville
November 3, 7-9pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Do you like words and ideas? Share poems, prose, and music at the General
Store 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.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234 or
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
November 22
Jaycees Arts & Crafts Fair
Over 100 booths of original Christmas crafts & artwork, by Richland Jaycees.
RC Middle School, Hwy 80 S., Richland Center
FMI: 608-647-5501
DECEMBER
Month of December
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
This month features quilts by the River Valley Stitchers. 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
December 1, 7-9pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Do you like words and ideas? Share poems, prose, and music at the General
Store 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.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234 or
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
Dec 5-14, Sat/Sun 12-4pm
Festival of the Trees
Beautifully decorated Christmas trees are displayed in the Mazomanie
Historic Arts Center. Opening reception December 5 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Mazomanie Historic Art Center, 103 Crescent Street, Mazomanie
FMI: 608-767-5688;
www.mazoart.com
Contact calendar@springgreenarts.org
to make corrections, add your event to the list, or suggest ideas for the
website.
Updated: September 04, 2008
