PAST EVENTS: CALENDAR YEAR 2005
More Past Events for Reference: [ 2004 ]
January
Month of January
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
The knit pieces of Judith L. Swartz can be viewed during regular library hours;
ask for the key at the circulation desk.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
January 3, 7-9 pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Open mic first Monday (mostly) of the month. Poetry text readings,
occasional music. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors.
Doors open at 6:45pm. All are welcome. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller, 608-588-7070 or Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234; www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
January 13, 7:30pm
Spring Green Historical Society Meeting
Area civil engineer John McKenna will make the inaugural presentation for the
Spring Green Historical Society. McKenna will present “The Vision of Spring
Green,” based on the early work of civil engineers who surveyed the area in
anticipation of the railroad in the village and township of Spring Green. The
public is invited to the meeting, which will also include the adoption of
society by-laws and election of the organization’s first board of directors.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
January 15
Paul Bentzen Day, 11th Annual
A mid-winter bash celebrating local musician, actor, humorist & culinary
artist Paul Bentzen’s 60th birthday with jambalaya, bluegrass music and microbrews.
Paul’s jambalaya served noon until sold out. Bluegrass jam 2-6:30pm; all players welcome.
Special guest bluegrass musicians: Art Stevenson & Highwater playing from 7-9 pm.
The general public is invited. No admission charge, but a donation to help pay for the band is appreciated.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
January 21, 6:30
River Valley Players Annual Meeting
A social hour with light snacks is planned from 6:30-7:30 followed by the annual
members meeting. Everyone interested in community theater is invited to
attend.
The Shed (upstairs), 123 Lexington Street, Spring Green
FMI: Sue Clearfield at 608-588-7393 or Jean McCarville at 608-588-2748
January 22, 7pm
Celtic World Music Singer/Songwriter Chris Waltz
An eclectic blend of Celtic, Sephardic, and Spanish music featuring original and
traditional compositions sung in Irish/Gaelic, Spanish and English. Tickets $7
at the door.
Winding River Coffee, E4817 Hwy 14, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-9000
January 29, 10am-3pm
Choreographing Your Life
Basic tools of voice training, movement/attitude, improvisational ease, and humor are all essential stage skills. Life is a stage! These same skills can help us to choreograph our lives with richness and the joy that comes from trust,
spontaneity, and ease with ourselves and others. You are invited to this delicious exploration of these creative processes. No previous theater skills needed. There is a $25.00 fee.
Registration is required (send registration fee to: 1280 Plainview Rd. #4, Plain,
WI 53577). Bring some easy share food for lunch.
Mazo Movement Arts Center, 2 Broadhead Street, Mazomanie
FMI: contact MariOsa, 608-546-2366 or email at mari_osa@hotmail.com;
www.mazomac.com
February
Month of February
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
“Mountain — Life: Sketches and Watercolors from the Chugach” is the
featured art exhibit for the month of February. Art from Alaska’s Chugach
Mountains, as rendered by Troy Township resident Barbara Morford, can be viewed during regular library
hours. Ask for the key at the circulation desk.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
February 5, 10am-Noon
Library Will Accept Used Books
A representative from the Friends of the Spring Green Community Library will be
accepting books for resale at the library. The proceeds from these sales go back
into the library. Unacceptable books include encyclopedias, computer manuals,
textbooks, and damaged or mildewed books.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
February 5, 5-9pm
Bootleg Bash
Featuring Delvis & Sweet Lily, Sara Pace, BoxElder, and friends. $4 cover at
the door.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
February 5-6, Sat 10am-3pm/Sun 12-3pm
Workshop: Making Silver Jewelry From Precious Metal Clay
Precious Metal Clay is made up of microscopic particles of silver suspended in
water and an organic binder. It is easy to shape and decorate with simple tools.
After it is baked in a kiln, the water and binder burn away, leaving pure
silver. This new medium is providing an opportunity for beginners as well as
experienced artists to make jewelry as they never have before. Workshop
participants will create at least three new pieces of jewelry over the two-day
workshop. Cost: $100 + materials $40. Master Card, Visa, and Discover accepted. Contact No Rules to register.
No Rules Gallery, 120 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: No Rules 608-583-2476 (home/ studio), 608-588-7509 (store/gallery) or Maya@norulesjewelry.com
February 7, 7-9 pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Open mic first Monday (mostly) of the month. Poetry text readings,
occasional music. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors.
Doors open at 6:45pm. All are welcome. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller, 608-588-7070 or Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234; www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
February 8, 6:30pm
SGAAC Annual Meeting
Annual meeting of the membership featuring entertainment, refreshments, and a
short business meeting. The meeting is open to all SGAAC members as well as
those who are thinking about joining. More info
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The Shed, upstairs banquet room, 123 N. Lexington Street, Spring Green
FMI: Kay Taylor, 608-583-4041 or info@springgreenarts.org
February 8, 7pm
“Physics for Poets” Group to Meet
Anyone interested in the connection between science and the arts can join
this discussion on the book “Infinite in all Directions” by Freeman J.
Dyson.
Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Dave Bushnell, 608-588-3922
February 9, 10am
“Knit ’n Chat” Group to Meet
All levels of knitters are welcome to come for knitting, coffee and
conversation. Bring a current project if you have one.
Kraemer Library and Community Center, Plain
FMI: Jan Marino, 608-546-2514 or Sharon Bettinger, 608-546-3781
February 9, 3:30pm
After-School Crafts Session
School-age children love this event but parents, grandparents and friends are welcome
to participate. Sign-up is requested.
Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
February 10 & February 12, 6pm
River Valley High School Madrigal Dinner
Hear Ye, Hear Ye! The annual madrigal dinner will be held Thursday, Feb. 10 and Saturday, Feb. 12 at the Spring Green Community Church. Come see jugglers, singers, players, consorts, and more! Enjoy a
Renaissance meal. Students will be staging a dinner play directed by Bruce Bradley. This event is made possible in part by a grant from the River Valley Community Learning Foundation. Tickets will be available only through the Flower Shop beginning January 21, 2005.
$18.50. Seating is limited.
Spring Green Community Church, 151 E. Bossard Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-2442
Deadline: February 11
Grant Opportunity
The Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Historic Preservation Committee awards grants to non-profit organizations operating within the County to encourage arts and history projects. The deadline for 2005 submissions is February 11, 2005. For more details go to
www.co.sauk.wi.us or call 608-355-3274.
February 12, 9am-4pm
Workshop: Bezel Making and Setting
This is a practical one-day workshop that covers making settings (bezels) of
silver and setting objects such as non-faceted stones, fused glass pieces,
enameled pieces, you name it. You will be able to make several bezels, solder
them in place, and set your materials in the settings you create. Cost: $100 + materials $15. Master Card, Visa, and Discover accepted. Contact No Rules to register.
No Rules Gallery, 120 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: No Rules 608-583-2476 (home/ studio), 608-588-7509 (store/gallery) or Maya@norulesjewelry.com
February 12, 10am
4th Annual “Sentiments and Sweets” Program
“Secret Message Valentines” will be the theme at this Friends of the Spring
Green Community Library annual program. Melissa Hildebrandt and Mary Jo Warnke
will host this year’s event showing several imaginative ways to create a
valentine with a secret message for a friend or loved one. Participants will
have the opportunity to learn the art of embossing as they embellish their
creations to create elegant and romantic Valentine’s Day cards. Coffee, tea
and sweets will be served. Advance registration is required for this program
which is open to anyone ages 10 and older. There is no charge but be sure to
sign up soon as class is limited. Sign up sheet is located at the circulation
desk in the library.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
February 12, 3-6pm
Bluegrass Jam
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, 2-5pm
Library Exhibit Reception and Slide Show
A narrated slide photo-documentary of local resident Barbara Morford’s
2004 stay at the remote Bremner Gold Mine will be show at 3pm. Refreshments will
be served throughout the afternoon.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
February 13, 7-9:30pm
Community Chorus Rehearsals Begin
The Rural Musicians Forum (RMF) Community Chorus’ first rehearsal. Those who
wish to sing but have not registered should contact Jan Swenson. The group would
be especially pleased to see more good tenors and basses. Concert dates are April
8, 9 and 10. Rehearsals will be almost every Sunday night at the church.
Christ Lutheran Church, Spring Green
FMI: Jan Swenson, 608-588-7176 or jswenson@mhtc.net
February 17-20, Thurs-Sat 7:30pm, Sunday 2:30pm
River Valley Players Presents “Of Mice and Men”
River Valley Players presents this tremendously moving character study of two roving farmhands, adapted by John Steinbeck from his novel.
$10 adults, $8 seniors and students 12 and under. Tickets may be purchased at
the Spring Green General Store, the Spring Green Flower Shop and Village Gifts,
and Changez Salon in Plain. They may also be reserved over the phone by calling
608-588-3315.
The Gard Theater, Jefferson Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-583-2748 or www.rivervalleyplayers.freeservers.com
February 19, 1-3pm
Meet the Arts on Albany Court:
Classical Guitarist and Recording Artist Dan Wood
Area visual artists, performing artists, herbalists, and authors will present
their crafts in salon receptions on a selected Saturday each month throughout
the year at 43/90 North Earth in the Albany Street Courtyard in downtown Spring
Green. In warmer months, the receptions will be held outdoors in the courtyard
itself. This series begins with Dan Wood, classical guitarist and teacher.
Originally from Auburn, New York, Dan resided in Thailand and Korea before
coming to settle in Avoca. He studied classical and contemporary guitar with
Hieme Guiscafre and shortly thereafter began writing his own compositions. His
technique is unusual in that he expands the usual four finger picking technique
to incorporate a fifth finger. Dan will demonstrate this technique performing a
short concert. The audience will then have the opportunity to talk to him. This
and all Meet the Arts on Albany Court receptions are free and open to the
public.
43/90 North Earth, South Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-3313, www.northearth.com or
www.springgreen.com
February 19, 7pm
“Some Kind of Sign” by Nath and Marnie Dresser
Some Kind of Sign tells the story of a Sauk County farm family through the
voices of five different characters. Nath’s songs alternate with Marnie’s
poetry in this 45-minute program that spans four generations. Afterwards there will be time to discuss
the issues the piece itself or the small-farm issues it deals with.
The performance is free, though free-will offerings will be accepted.
Arena Congregational Church, 383 Oak Street, Arena
FMI: Nath Dresser, Nightjar Records, nightjar@voyager.net
February 20, 7pm
Annual Band-o-Rama
The River Valley Middle School sixth, seventh and eighth grade bands, along with the high
school varsity and symphonic bands will present this annual concert.
The concert will showcase a wide variety of band music from each group, including
special performances from the seventh grade Jazz Band and Blackhawk (high school) Jazz
Band. The concert will culminate in a resounding mass band rendition of
“America the Beautiful.” Admission will be charged for this concert. All are
welcome to attend.
River Valley High School gym, Spring Green
February 22, 7pm
Spring Green Area Arts Coalition Social in Lone Rock
SGAAC will hold its first social of 2005 with an evening celebrating
“Woodworking Art and Craft.” Ridgeway woodcrafter and furniture builder Ed
Wohl will be displaying and talking about his work, as will Dave Roeder from
Tranquility Canoes. In all, the event will feature more than a dozen area
furniture builders, woodworkers, bowl turners, and more. The event is free to the public. Anyone who is into wood,
or just admires it, won’t be disappointed. Refreshments and snacks provided.
Lone Rock Community Center, 130 E. Liberty Street, Lone Rock
FMI: Kay Taylor, 608-583-4041 or info@springgreenarts.org
February 26, 1:30-4:30pm
Caribbean Cooking Class
We all love to eat! Here’s your opportunity to enhance your culinary skills
and learn how to prepare a delicious gourmet meal featuring Jamaican
Jerk Chicken, Rice Pilaf from Trinidad, Jamaican Pumpkin Soup and a
Haitian hot pepper sauce. This hands-on course is taught by
master-chef Rafe Montello, a favorite cooking instructor at Whole
Foods and Williams-Sonoma (among others), and guest chef on Wisconsin
Public Television and throughout the Madison area. Rafe is also the
founder of We’re Cooking Now, a nonprofit organization that explores
cooking as a way to teach acculturation. Reservations recommended as
workshop space is limited. Minimum age of 13 years to participate. $20 Adults, $15 Teens
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
February 26, 6:30pm
Saturday Night Social Potluck at Folklore Village
Take part in a 35 year tradition of Saturday Night Socials: a blend of
the traditional “house party” of rural Wisconsin and the small town
community gatherings of churches and other social groups, these
special evenings include dancing, games, and singing. All dances are
taught and no partners are necessary. New musicians are always
welcome. Bring the whole family and your favorite potluck dish. Tonight,
help celebrate Folklore Village founder Jane Farwell.
$6 Adults, $5 Members, $4 Seniors & Teens, $1 Children 5-12. Under 5 are free
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
February 26, 8:30pm
Screaming Gene & the Odder Creek Ramblers
Pleasant Ridge Store, CTH Z & ZZ, Dodgeville
February 26-27, Sat 9am-4pm/Sun 10am-3pm
Workshop: The Illustrated-Illuminated Journal
Capture your dreams and passions onto the pages of your journal, and learn
simple illustration techniques to turn your story into a visual treasure. Add
zest to your memories by crafting artful expressions, creating a sketchbook of
your soul! The workshop will include: simple writing exercises to guide your
ideas; collage and illustration basics; tips to help you organize your thoughts
and images; and a variety of art embellishment techniques. Cost: $125 + materials $50. Master Card, Visa, and Discover accepted. Contact No Rules to register.
No Rules Gallery, 120 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: No Rules 608-583-2476 (home/studio), 608-588-7509 (store/gallery) or Maya@norulesjewelry.com
February 27, 2pm POSTPONED
Cultural Landscape: A River’s Full Expression
The Wisconsin Humanities Council and The River Valley Community Learning Foundation
proudly present Cultural Landscape: A River’s Full Expression with featured speaker Geri
Weinstein-Breunig. Geology, geography, history, and ecology mold the character of moving water. Humanity, too, leaves its lasting imprint. Together, they create a cultural
landscape—the full expression of a river or stream flowing by. It includes the natural and cultural features giving Wisconsin waters a special character and temperament. Using rivers of glaciated Wisconsin, we explore a series of cultural
landscapes—each reflecting a binding relationship between people, land, and water. Beginning with cultural landscapes of indigenous peoples, we explore the connections between people and water and discover how and why they endure today. This program is free and open to the public and is supported by the Wisconsin Humanities Council, with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the State of Wisconsin, and individual donors.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street, Spring Green
March
Month of March
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
Mixed media works by River Valley Middle School students can be viewed during regular library hours;
ask for the key at the circulation desk.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
March 1
MSO Workshops
Madison Symphony Orchestra String Quartet will be presenting two workshops with
the elementary students. Sponsored by Rural Musicians Forum.
Spring Green Elementary School, Spring Green
FMI: Doug Swenson, 608- 588-7176 or Nancy Giffey 608-753-2199
March 3, 7pm
Old Franklin Township Meeting
The Old Franklin Township Historical Society will hold their monthly meeting and everyone interested is
welcome to attend. Pat Pulvermacher will bring her scrap books about people and events in Plain.
Kraemer Library, Community Room, Plain
March 3, 7:30pm
Karelian Folk Music Ensemble
The sounds of kanteles, a capella Russian village songs, old shepherd
melodies on wooden flutes, and epic songs accompanied by Finnish
harps will set toes tapping and hearts pounding when The Karelian
Folk Music Ensemble takes the stage. Karelia is a region that
encompasses both sides of the Finnish/Russian border and the
ensemble’s music is an exciting, interesting mix of Finnish,
Russian and Karelian cultures. This stunning concert features
jouhikko (bowed lyre), birch barked trumpet, Estonian bag pipes,
goat’s horn, Russian and German button accordions and more!
The group sings in Finnish, Karelian and Russian. Don’t miss this
unique, diverse performance! Events often sell out. Reservations are recommended.
$12 General, $10 Members, $5 Children.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
March 5, 10am-12:30pm and 1:30-4:00pm
Egg Decorating Workshops: Pysanky & Pisanica
Pisanica: Stephanie Lemke learned this colorful form of egg
decoration as a child in Croatia. Her mother took bits of colorful
string and deftly wove them in beautiful patterns around eggs while
telling stories on Easter morning. Pysanky: Glenn Mitroff will guide
you through the intricate art of Ukrainian egg decorating using this
wax-resist batik technique. Melted beeswax is applied to the egg
with a stylus and the eggs are dipped into colorful dyes. All supplies provided. Each workshop is offered in the morning and afternoon. You may attend one workshop or both. Minimum age for children is 10 years. Bring a sack lunch; beverages will be provided. Single workshop: $15 adults, $12 members, $10 children 10-12;
two workshops: $25 adults, $20 members, $15 children 10-12. Advance
registration required; workshop space is limited.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
March 5, 6:30pm
Potluck Barn Dance at Folklore Village
Dances at Folklore Village are unique due to a long-standing tradition of beginning the event
with a candlelight potluck supper. Bring a dish to pass: all table service is provided.
After sharing good food and great conversation, help clear
the tables and rosin the bows. Tonight, Jennifer Jeffries & Friends Caller: Catherine Baer. No experience or
special costume required. Families and beginners always welcome. $6 Adults, $5 Members, $4 Seniors & Teens, $1 Children 5-12. Under 5 are free.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
March 5-6, Sat 9am-4pm/Sun 10am-2pm
Workshop: Colorful Cloisonné Jewelry
This workshop if for those who love color. You will learn how to fuse enamel (finely ground glass) to silver to make a piece of jewelry such as a pendant or earrings. Cloisonné enamel is the art of enameling using cloisonné wire to define and separate color when fusing glass to metal. Cost: $150 + materials $15. Master Card, Visa, and Discover accepted. Contact No Rules to register.
No Rules Gallery, 120 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: No Rules 608-583-2476 (home/ studio), 608-588-7509 (store/gallery) or Maya@norulesjewelry.com
March 7, 7-9 pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Open mic first Monday (mostly) of the month. Poetry text readings,
occasional music. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors.
Doors open at 6:45pm. All are welcome. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller, 608-588-7070 or Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234; www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
March 11-12, Fri 1-5pm/Sat 8:30am-5pm
Workshop: “Artists: Making A Living, Making A Life”
The Wisconsin Arts Board is co-sponsoring a special workshop in Platteville for artists in
this region called “Artists: Making A Living, Making A Life.” Cultivate a fresh look at your creative work. This is
an opportunity to glean the best of both worlds: business management and artistic renewal!
Join other creative people who are interested in taking their careers to the next level. Gather strategies for working smarter, for resourceful and productive marketing and effective communication. Learn where your strengths and weaknesses are when communicating with others. Return to your studio with a new outlook on lifestyle issues, plans for staying out of the doctors office, balancing creative work with other commitments, and tactics for keeping the muse alive without burnout. Best of all, connect with others like yourself from other parts of the region. It all happens in a day and a half. Fee for the entire workshop is $50. Visit the Wisconsin Arts
Board website to find schedule details, directions to the workshop site, and how to
register. There are only enough openings for 25 people to participate in this workshop, so register soon.
Mound City Bank–Motor Branch, 90 S. Second Street, Platteville
FMI: George Tzougros, Wisconsin Arts Board, 608-266-0190 or george.tzougros@arts.state.wi.us
March 11-13
Scandinavian Dance/Music Weekend
Featuring Bjorn Sverre Hol Haugen & Veslemoy Nordset Bjerke, dance, with Eva Karlsson, fiddle.
Folklore Village retreats offer the opportunity to immerse yourself
in music, dance, food and traditions of cultures from around the
United States and the World. You will study with knowledgeable
artists and teachers while making friends and having a great time.
Beginning and experienced students are welcome. Full festival (before 2/18) $150 adult/$60 youth. Admission for individual events varies; call or check website.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty Rd BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
March 12, Food at 5pm and Music 6-8pm
St. Pat’s Eve Celebration
Corned beef & cabbage dinner begins at 5pm; first come, first served. Live Irish music by Americay. Featuring
Guinness beer on tap.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
March 12, 3-6pm
Bluegrass Jam
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
March 18-20
Cajun Music & Dance Weekend
Red-hot music, dynamite dancing and delicious Cajun food will warm your body and soul. Featuring Al Berard, Jason Frey, Charlie Terr, John Terr, Will Whedbee, Gene
Losey, Jackie Miller, Eric Mohring, Stacy Huval and Robert Morrow. Folklore Village retreats offer the opportunity to immerse yourself
in music, dance, food and traditions of cultures from around the
United States and the World. You will study with knowledgeable
artists and teachers while making friends and having a great time.
Beginning and experienced students are welcome. Full festival (before 2/25) $130 adult/$60 teen/$35 child. Admission for individual events varies; call or check website.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty Rd BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
March 19, 1-3pm
Meet the Arts on Albany Court:
The Art of Healing Sounds—Roberta Crawford and Singing Bowls
Area visual artists, performing artists, herbalists, and authors will present their crafts in salon receptions on a selected Saturday each month throughout the year at 43/90 North Earth in the Albany Street Courtyard in downtown Spring Green. Visitors will have the opportunity to listen to and view the artists works as well as hear a short presentation and visit with the featured artist.
In warmer months, the receptions will be held outdoors in the courtyard itself. The receptions are free and open to the public.
43/90 North Earth, South Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-3313, www.northearth.com or
www.springgreen.com
March 19-20, Sat & Sun 9am-4pm
Workshop: Jewelry Making 101... Spells Fun!
In this two day workshop, we will make various pieces of jewelry out of silver,
copper, or other metal. In the process, we will be learning some basic
metalsmithing skills. We will concentrate (real hard) on having fun while learning how to make jewelry. Not an academic metals class, but one taught by someone who is self-taught and who began her 15-year career with some scrap metal, a tack hammer, and a cordless drill. This workshop is for beginners and could be followed by Intermediate Jewelry Making. Cost: $125 + materials $15 and tools (under $30). Master Card, Visa, and Discover accepted. Contact No Rules to register.
No Rules Gallery, 120 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: No Rules 608-583-2476 (home/ studio), 608-588-7509 (store/gallery) or Maya@norulesjewelry.com
March 20, 1pm
Benefit Concert for Joe Thering
Joe Thering, a 2001 River Valley High School graduate, will hold a benefit
concert to help defray costs of his upcoming trip to Japan and China. Joe will be performing classical
saxophone selections. Also performing: The Riverside Jazz Orchestra directed by
Tony Cavagnetto, the UW-Richland Lost Chords Vocal Quartet in which Jessica
Thering is a member, and Arick Anderson on flute and clarinet. Tickets are $5.00
for adults, $3.00 for students and are available at The Flower Shop and Gifts in
Spring Green, at the door, or can be reserved by calling 608-546-2216.
Gard Theater, Jefferson Street, Spring Green
March 20, 3pm
Madison Symphony Orchestra Performance in Richland Center
Sponsored by Rural Musicians Forum and the Richland Concert Association. Tickets
are available locally at the Spring Green General Store or through the phone
numbers below.
Richland Center High School auditorium, Richland Center
FMI: Barbara Blackmore at 608-647-6477 or Ann Kelch at 608-647-3044
March 31, 7pm
Choral-O-Rama
River Valley School District Choral Department presents a spring concert featuring students in grades 6-12.
$3.00 adults/$2.00 students.
River Valley High School, New Gym, Varsity Blvd., Spring Green
FMI: Melissa Maas, High School Choral Director, 608-588-2554 x 284
April
Month of April
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
Gordon Morey and John Kremm will be showing “Wisconsin Sunsets” in pastels
and photos. The exhibit can be viewed during regular library hours;
ask for the key at the circulation desk.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
April 2nd/9th/16th (3 sessions), 9am–12pm
Web Site Creation for the Non-technical Artist
This class will lead artists through the process of creating a website. Students will use software which greatly simplifies the task of creating an artist’s website. Students will upload images, create image galleries, and edit texts on a site of their own creation. The class will cover image scanning and how to prepare images for the web. Other topics include: what makes a great site, common website errors, and marketing an artist’s website. Class will be taught by Doug Haynes, artist and website developer. Fee $15 for all three sessions. Limited to 20 participants.
River Valley High School Computer Lab, Spring Green
FMI: 608-342-1314 or 1-888-281-9472. To register go to www.uwplatt.edu/cont_ed/ and select the Arts Build listings
April 2, 9am-12:30pm
Spring Used Book Sale at the Spring Green Library
Books donated for the sale can be dropped off on Friday, April 1 from
12:30-5:30pm. Hardcover books are $1 and paperbacks are 50¢. Sponsored by
Friends of the Spring Green Community Library.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
April 2, 6:30pm
Potluck Barn Dance at Folklore Village
Dances at Folklore Village are unique due to a long-standing tradition of beginning the event with a candlelight potluck supper. Bring a dish to pass: all table service is provided. After sharing good food and great conversation, help clear the tables and rosin the bows. Tonight, Amy McFarland & Maria Terres Caller: Marilee Standifer Karamanski. No experience or special costume required. Families and beginners always welcome. $6 Adults, $5 Members, $4 Seniors & Teens, $1 Children 5-12. Under 5 are free.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
April 2-3, Sat 9am-5pm/Sun 9am-4pm
Workshop: “Waking Your Color Eye” Exploring Color & Story in Mixed Media Fiber
This workshop is for anyone with a desire to stretch their creative spirit. In a fun, open, and respectful atmosphere, participants will explore color relationships through making a mixed media fiber piece of choice... e.g., cushion, wall piece, vessel, etc. Through supportive guidance and exercises, participants will: learn to banish the self-critic and give oneself the permission to create; explore color intuitively, through all the senses as well as through emotion, relationship, texture, vibration, etc.; keep a color journal; experiment in mixed media fiber: beads, collage, stitching, surface design, etc.; and translate story to images. We use story because it is about memory, connection, curiosity, mystery, creating the fabric of our lives. Emphasis is on play and process. Please bring your imaginative heart! Cost: $150 + materials $15. Master Card, Visa, and Discover accepted. Contact No Rules to register.
No Rules Gallery, 120 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: No Rules 608-583-2476 (home/ studio), 608-588-7509 (store/gallery) or Maya@norulesjewelry.com
April 2-3, 10:30am and 1:30pm
The Frank Lloyd Wright® Visitor Center Offers
Pre-Season Tours of the Taliesin Estate
While the regular summer tour season begins on May 1st, the pre-season begins on Saturday, April 2nd. The pre-season tour format consists of The Shuttle/Walking Tour; this exclusively exterior tour is two hours in length and begins at the Frank Lloyd Wright® Visitor Center. The first hour of the tour is a passage through the Taliesin Estate on-board a shuttle bus. While riding by selected Wright designed structures including Unity Chapel (1886), Hillside Home School (1902), Romeo and Juliet Windmill (1896), Tan-y-deri House (1906), Midway Farm (1932-1949), and Taliesin (1911) the guide will provide historical and architectural interpretation on each structure. The second hour is an intimate walking tour through Taliesin's Upper and Lower Courtyards, Orchard, and Water
Garden, concluding with a special walk-thru of Frank Lloyd Wright's recently restored personal studio. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children under the age of 12. Reservations, though not required, are highly recommended. All tours are weather dependent.
FMI: Call the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor center toll free at 877-588-7900, or visit the website at www.taliesinpreservation.org
April 3, 2pm
The Lighter Side of Life in the Country, a program & book signing with Jerry Apps
The Midwest in the 1930s, 40s, and 50s was a very special place where parents and children worked side by side and neighbors stuck by each other through good times and disaster. Audiences will hear about the
author’s own adventures peddling rutabagas and discovering cuss words; and they will be introduced to Felix, the intrepid barn cat, Nancy, the obstinate cow, and Fanny, and extraordinary collie whose role on the farm was as important as that of any human. Within each story we see how loving and supremely educational growing up on a farm can be, for it is here that youngsters learn not only how to take the heads off chickens and to drive tractors like grown-ups, but also to deal with illness, disability, and death. This program is free and open to the public. Jerry will sign your books, or you may purchase one of his many books immediately before and after the program.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street, Spring Green
April 4, 7-9 pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Open mic first Monday (mostly) of the month. Poetry text readings,
occasional music. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors. Doors open at 6:45pm. All are welcome. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller, 608-588-7070 or Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234; www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
April 6, 6:30-8pm
Free Workshop: Legal Issues in an Arts-Related Business
This workshop will cover choosing and forming a legal business entity for your business, including the importance of name selection and trademark searching. We will discuss basic contract law and review some common contract clauses to use and watch for in day-to-day transactions. We will identify certain types of contracts unique to the arts industry, such as gallery consignment contracts; artistic commissioning contracts; and intellectual property licensing agreements. Time permitting, we will touch briefly on some copyright fundamentals. Workshop presented by Elizabeth Russell, Attorney at Law. Refreshments will be served. There is no cost for participation.
UW-Richland Campus, 1200 Hwy 14 West, Science Bldg., Room 102, Richland Center
FMI: 608-342-1314 or 1-888-281-9472. To register go to www.uwplatt.edu/cont_ed/, select Arts Build and register for Topical Conversation
April 8, 7:30pm
Rural Musicians Forum presents “Choral Gifts”
To celebrate the arrival of spring and lend support to two local families, the Rural Musicians Forum Community Choir will present “Choral Gifts,” a special benefit concert. Proceeds from the events will help offset major medical expenses for the family of Susan and Don Greenwood, whose son Peter is undergoing a lengthy fight against cancer, and Jenafer and Robert Humphries, whose infant daughter Rhiannon suffers from a congenital heart defect. The concert features a variety of traditional and contemporary works, including the Mass in G by Franz Schubert and four songs from “Frostiana,” poems by Robert Frost set to music by American composer Randall Thompson. In addition to the Community Choir, the program features female vocal quartet Souls of Harmony and a clarinet solo by Jennifer Snow. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Advance tickets are available at the Spring Green General Store and Café, Nina, Inc. in Spring Green, or from any choir member.
St. John’s Catholic Church, Spring Green
FMI: Doug Swenson, 608-588-7176 or Nancy Giffey 608-753-2199
April 8-10
English Country Dance & Music Weekend
Featuring the highly acclaimed Bare Necessities Quartet. Folklore Village retreats offer the opportunity to immerse yourself
in music, dance, food and traditions of cultures from around the
United States and the World. You will study with knowledgeable
artists and teachers while making friends and having a great time.
Beginning and experienced students are welcome.
Full festival (before 3/19) $145; enrollment is limited.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty Rd BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
April 8-10
Ithaca Schools Presents “Bye, Bye Birdie”
Tickets are $6 for adults and $4 for students & children and are available at Trappings, Ed’s Family Foods, and the Ithaca School office. A Dinner Theatre will be held on Saturday 4/9/05. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3.50 for children 10 and under.
FMI: 608-585-2512
April 9, 3-6pm
Bluegrass Jam
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
April 9-10, Sat 9am-4pm/Sun 9am-3pm
Workshop: Jewelry Making 202 (Intermediate)
This workshop continues the odyssey of jewelry making. During this weekend, we will learn more fun metals techniques and begin some simple soldering. We'll make a ring or bracelet, incorporating the use of a torch. We will also attempt some “cold connections”: the joining of two pieces of metal without the use of a torch of solder. Cost: $140 + materials $5-10 and tools (under $30). Master Card, Visa, and Discover accepted. Contact No Rules to register.
No Rules Gallery, 120 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: No Rules 608-583-2476 (home/ studio), 608-588-7509 (store/gallery) or Maya@norulesjewelry.com
April 9-10, 10:30am and 1:30pm
The Frank Lloyd Wright® Visitor Center Offers
Pre-Season Tours of the Taliesin Estate
While the regular summer tour season begins on May 1st, the pre-season begins on Saturday, April 2nd. The pre-season tour format consists of The Shuttle/Walking Tour; this exclusively exterior tour is two hours in length and begins at the Frank Lloyd Wright® Visitor Center. The first hour of the tour is a passage through the Taliesin Estate on-board a shuttle bus. While riding by selected Wright designed structures including Unity Chapel (1886), Hillside Home School (1902), Romeo and Juliet Windmill (1896), Tan-y-deri House (1906), Midway Farm (1932-1949), and Taliesin (1911) the guide will provide historical and architectural interpretation on each structure. The second hour is an intimate walking tour through Taliesin's Upper and Lower Courtyards, Orchard, and Water
Garden, concluding with a special walk-thru of Frank Lloyd Wright's recently restored personal studio. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children under the age of 12. Reservations, though not required, are highly recommended. All tours are weather dependent.
FMI: Call the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor center toll free at 877-588-7900, or visit the website at www.taliesinpreservation.org
April 9-10, Sat 7:30pm/Sun 2:30pm
Rural Musicians Forum presents “Choral Gifts”
To celebrate the arrival of spring and lend support to two local families, the Rural Musicians Forum Community Choir will present “Choral Gifts,” a special benefit concert. Proceeds from the events will help offset major medical expenses for the family of Susan and Don Greenwood, whose son Peter is undergoing a lengthy fight against cancer, and Jenafer and Robert Humphries, whose infant daughter Rhiannon suffers from a congenital heart defect. The concert features a variety of traditional and contemporary works, including the Mass in G by Franz Schubert and four songs from “Frostiana,” poems by Robert Frost set to music by American composer Randall Thompson. In addition to the Community Choir, the program features female vocal quartet Souls of Harmony and a clarinet solo by Jennifer Snow. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Advance tickets are available at the Spring Green General Store and Café, Nina, Inc. in Spring Green, or from any choir member.
Christ Lutheran Church, 237 E. Daley, Spring Green
FMI: Doug Swenson, 608-588-7176 or Nancy Giffey 608-753-2199
April 14, 7pm
Slide Lecture: Call of the Mosque in the Middle East
Three slide lectures on Islamic civilization: Using an audio-visual format with two projectors, Bryan Walton tells the story of the rise and spread of Islam and its many cultural expressions over a thousand years. His slides of Islamic art and architecture, many taken during his travels, will illustrate the talks. Free.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Bryan Walton, 608-583-2626 or bryanwalton2001@yahoo.com
April 16, 1:30-4pm
Afternoon Old Time Dance
Come spend the afternoon dancing on a beautiful wooden dance floor to the old time sounds of the Southern Wisconsin Old Time Fiddlers Association! Lunch available for purchase by the Rockwell Mills 4-H Club. $6 Adults, $4 Seniors.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
April 16, 6:30pm
Saturday Night Social Potluck at Folklore Village
Take part in a 35 year tradition of Saturday Night Socials: a blend of the traditional “house party” of rural Wisconsin and the small town community gatherings of churches and other social groups, these
special evenings include dancing, games, and singing. All dances are
taught and no partners are necessary. New musicians are always
welcome. Bring the whole family and your favorite potluck dish. Tonight, special guest Meenakshi Ganesan will perform a beautiful East Indian dance. She will teach one as well. $6 Adults, $5 Members, $4 Seniors & Teens, $1 Children 5-12. Under 5 are free
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
April 16-17
2005 New Season Open House
Wisconsin Artists Showcase/Jura Silverman Gallery, 143 S. Washington, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7049; www.springgreen.com/jsgallery
or slvmnart@webtv.net
April 16-17, 10:30am and 1:30pm
The Frank Lloyd Wright® Visitor Center Offers
Pre-Season Tours of the Taliesin Estate
While the regular summer tour season begins on May 1st, the pre-season begins on Saturday, April 2nd. The pre-season tour format consists of The Shuttle/Walking Tour; this exclusively exterior tour is two hours in length and begins at the Frank Lloyd Wright® Visitor Center. The first hour of the tour is a passage through the Taliesin Estate on-board a shuttle bus. While riding by selected Wright designed structures including Unity Chapel (1886), Hillside Home School (1902), Romeo and Juliet Windmill (1896), Tan-y-deri House (1906), Midway Farm (1932-1949), and Taliesin (1911) the guide will provide historical and architectural interpretation on each structure. The second hour is an intimate walking tour through Taliesin's Upper and Lower Courtyards, Orchard, and Water
Garden, concluding with a special walk-thru of Frank Lloyd Wright's recently restored personal studio. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children under the age of 12. Reservations, though not required, are highly recommended. All tours are weather dependent.
FMI: Call the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor center toll free at 877-588-7900, or visit the website at www.taliesinpreservation.org
April 16-17, 3:30pm-6:30pm
River Valley Players Auditions for “Fiddler On The Roof”
Available roles include 15 or more adult men, 2 young men in their early teens, 10 or more adult women and 2 young women in their early teens. The cast also includes a fiddle player. Auditioners should prepare a song of their choice, and should also be prepared to read from the script. It is also suggested that auditioners wear loose clothing and either tennis or dance shoes, and be prepared to move. Copies of the script will be made available at the Spring Green Community Library, 230 E. Monroe Street, Spring Green, as soon as possible. Performances of RVP’s production of “Fiddler” will be at the Gard Theater in Spring Green. Performance dates are July 15-17 and July 22-24. This production will be directed by Harlan Ferstl, with music direction by Jan Swenson and Jen Snow.
River Valley High School, 660 Varsity Blvd., Spring Green
FMI: 608-583-2748 or www.rivervalleyplayers.freeservers.com
April 17, 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm and 7pm
African Dance Festival
Many of the Madison area’s finest African dancers will share their talents and diverse cultural backgrounds in this all day
series of workshops, accompanied by fabulous live drumming. Patrice
Nassalang, Otehlia Kaiser Abu Mohammed and Edi Gbordzi will share
dances from Senegal, Mali, Guinea and Ghana in five, ninety-minute workshops. If you’re longing to move your body joyfully and sweat
exuberantly after a long chilly winter, then sign up for this festival of African Dance. Cost is $18 per workshop/advance (payment
mailed by 4/13), $20 at the door. Or you can take all five for just $75.
Mazomanie Movement Arts Center, 2 Brodhead Street, Mazomanie
FMI: 608-795-0014; marcianitaus@yahoo.com or
www.mazomac.com
April 17, 3pm
Down in the Valleys: Memories of Rainbow Gardens
Explore the history and memories of “Rainbow Gardens” with Bob Holding, Ken Weitzel & others. Enjoy both big band music and a demo of ballroom dancing with photos/personal stories about that time. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
April 19, 7pm
Spring Green Area Arts Coalition Social in Plain
SGAAC will hold its second “social” of 2005 with an evening celebrating the art and culture of “Country Living.”
To help celebrate our rural heritage, various local neighbors, craftsmen,
students, and artists will be present to answer questions, exhibit their work,
and provide entertainment. This social will include an original reading by Cecilia Farran, a
flute quartet of high school students performing selections from Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” under the direction of Matt Snow,
and Jack Whaley with acoustic guitar selections. Scheduled to exhibit are John
Schakel with willow furniture, Joan Bushnell will feature herbs, potpourri, and
organic gardening, Barbara Morford with watercolor landscapes, Jim Pabian with
nature photography, Vi Finet and fiber art, and Deb Cavanaugh with quilting. As
always, treats and refreshments will be provided by the members of SGAAC, and
the event is free to the public.
St. Luke’s Church, Plain
FMI: Kay Taylor, 608-583-4041 or info@springgreenarts.org
April 20, 6:30-8pm
Free Workshop: Selling through a Gallery, Studio, or on Consignment
Join in this panel discussion by bringing your questions on topics such as: finding the right gallery, approaching gallery owners, pricing your work to reflect commissions, dealing with rejection (not all galleries are right for your work – and that’s ok), selling through your own studio, and selling on consignment through traditional and non-traditional retail locations. This “Topical Conversation” will be hosted by Tom and Diana Johnston from Mineral Point, owners of The Johnston Gallery and the Brewery Pottery Studio. Refreshments will be served. There is no cost for participation.
Brewery Pottery Studio, 276 Shake Rag Street, Mineral Point
FMI: 608-342-1314 or 1-888-281-9472. To register go to www.uwplatt.edu/cont_ed/, select Arts Build and register for Topical Conversation
April 22, 7pm
Slide Lecture: Call of the Mosque in the Middle East
Three slide lectures on Islamic civilization: Using an audio-visual format with two projectors, Bryan Walton tells the story of the rise and spread of Islam and its many cultural expressions over a thousand years. His slides of Islamic art and architecture, many taken during his travels, will illustrate the talks. Free.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Bryan Walton, 608-583-2626 or bryanwalton2001@yahoo.com
April 23, 1-3pm
Meet the Arts on Albany Court: Explore the Poetry of Chaos Theory—
Poet Patricia Monaghan, author of “Dancing With Chaos”
Area visual artists, performing artists, herbalists, and authors will present their crafts in salon receptions on a selected Saturday each month throughout the year at 43/90 North Earth in the Albany Street Courtyard in downtown Spring Green. Visitors will have the opportunity to listen to and view the artists works as well as hear a short presentation and visit with the featured artist. In warmer months, the receptions will be held outdoors in the courtyard itself. The receptions are free and open to the public.
43/90 North Earth, South Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-3313, www.northearth.com or
www.springgreen.com
April 23, 7:30pm
Polka Dance at Folklore Village
Gary’s Ridgeland Dutchmen. $6 adults, $5 seniors.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
April 23-24, 10:30am and 1:30pm
The Frank Lloyd Wright® Visitor Center Offers
Pre-Season Tours of the Taliesin Estate
While the regular summer tour season begins on May 1st, the pre-season begins on Saturday, April 2nd. The pre-season tour format consists of The Shuttle/Walking Tour; this exclusively exterior tour is two hours in length and begins at the Frank Lloyd Wright® Visitor Center. The first hour of the tour is a passage through the Taliesin Estate on-board a shuttle bus. While riding by selected Wright designed structures including Unity Chapel (1886), Hillside Home School (1902), Romeo and Juliet Windmill (1896), Tan-y-deri House (1906), Midway Farm (1932-1949), and Taliesin (1911) the guide will provide historical and architectural interpretation on each structure. The second hour is an intimate walking tour through Taliesin's Upper and Lower Courtyards, Orchard, and Water Garden, concluding with a special walk-thru of Frank Lloyd Wright's recently restored personal studio. The cost is $20 for adults and $10 for children under the age of 12. Reservations, though not required, are highly recommended. All tours are weather dependent.
FMI: Call the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor center toll free at 877-588-7900, or visit the website at www.taliesinpreservation.org
April 26, 12:30-4:30pm
“Oral History 101”
Learn how to make a permanent recording of the recollections and tales of our older community members. Debbie Kmetz, former oral history specialist with the Wisconsin State Historical Society, will share her knowledge. Bring your tape recorder. Event sponsored by Spring Green Area Arts Coalition in cooperation with local historical societies. No registration required. Bring a brown bag lunch if you wish. $5 at the door.
Arena VFW, 514 Willow Street, Arena
FMI: Derrick Gee, 608-588-3942
April 26th/28th
RV Alumni to perform at Spring Concert
The Campus Choir of the University of Wisconsin-Richland will present their
annual Spring Concert on Tuesday and Thursday, April 26th and 28th. Four student
musicians from the Spring Green area are members of the choir, they include:
Janna Johnson of Arena, Jessica Thering of Plain, and Kelsey Putnam and
Gwendolyn Schwanke of Spring Green. The Campus Community Band will also perform
at the concert. The event is open to the public; tickets are $2.50 and are
available at the door.
Coppertop Auditorium, UW-Richland, Richland Center
April 27, 7pm
Local Movie Club Meeting
There’s been much discussion in the area about forming a local movie club.
Interest seems unending, but concrete suggestions have been few. The Spring Green Area
Arts Coalition needs your input. If you are interested in seeing something like
this develop in the River Valley area, please come share your thoughts with us. Possible
subjects might include classics, travel, educational, musicals, student films, etc.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Mary Ann McKenna at 608-583-3921
April 28, 7pm
Slide Lecture: Call of the Mosque in the Middle East
Three slide lectures on Islamic civilization: Using an audio-visual format with two projectors, Bryan Walton tells the story of the rise and spread of Islam and its many cultural expressions over a thousand years. His slides of Islamic art and architecture, many taken during his travels, will illustrate the talks. Free.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Bryan Walton, 608-583-2626 or bryanwalton2001@yahoo.com
April 28, 7-9pm
Spring Green Literary Festival’s “A Silken Pie”
Annual fundraising event featuring pies prepared by well-known individuals (including Odessa Piper, chef of L’Etoile restaurant; Paul Hallenbrand, chef of Quivey’s Grove restaurant; Christa Dubill, news anchor of Channel 27; Susan Lampert Smith, columnist of the Wisconsin State Journal; Bob Holding, retiring editor of the Home News; American Players Theatre notables James Ridge, Colleen Madden and Brenda DeVita; and local pie mavens Maya Madden and Pat McCorkle), with readings by American Players Theatre actor Jim DeVita and poet/literary editor Charles Allen Wyman, as well as a perfomance by singer/songwriter Adrienne Cole. Proceeds will be used to support the LitFest event and a scholarship for a River Valley High School student based on written submissions. RSVP event.
White School House Studio, 242 N. Lexington, Spring Green
FMI: www.springgreenlitfest.org/
April 28, 8pm
UW-Richland Spring Concert: Campus Choir & Community Band
Enjoy the Spring Concert featuring music performed by the UW-Richland Campus Choir, Lost Chords Quartet, and the Community Band. UW-R students will be admitted free by showing their student ID and admission for others is $2.50.
UW-Richland, Coppertop Theatre, Richland Center
FMI: James Aagaard, jaagaard@uwc.edu
April 29-May 1, Fri 6-9pm, Sat & Sun 1-4pm
Community Players Of Southwestern Wisconsin
Announce Auditions for “The King and I”
Performance dates: July 29-31, August 5-7, 2005.
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 497 S. Park Street, Richland Center
FMI: Jean Birkett 608-647-3453 or www.swcommunityplayers.com
April 30, 10am-Noon
Library Will Accept Used Books
A representative from the Friends of the Spring Green Community Library will be accepting books for resale at the library. The proceeds from these sales go back into the library. Unacceptable books include encyclopedias, computer manuals, textbooks, and damaged or mildewed books.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
April 30, Noon-4pm
Lone Rock Area Historical Society History Room Grand Opening
The Lone Rock Area Historical Society is pleased to invite all to the Grand Opening of our History Room! The theme of our Grand Opening is the Lone Rock High School, 1902-1969. Self-guided tours of the school will be available during the Open House, and refreshments will be served. Anyone with items of interest (yearbooks, photographs, memorabilia, etc.) who would like to donate or share them with the community during the Open House are welcome and encouraged to do so. These items will be duly documented, safeguarded, and also returned if you wish. The historical society plans to change the exhibit in the library history room every six months. Free event.
Lone Rock Library History Room, 234 N. Broadway Street, Lone Rock
FMI: Lori Roberts, 608-574-9143; Shirley Greenheck, 608-583-3651; Bev Brander, 608-583-3555; or Cindi Stuckey-Osthoff, 608-583-7962
April 30-May 1, Sat dinner 5:30 or show only 7:30pm, Sun 2pm
Richland County Campus Foundation Presents “Sing Them Blues”
“Sing Them Blues—from the Roots to the Fruits” is a journey into the history of the Blues and its influence on the popular music of our day. Performers are Samantha Gloria (vocals and percussion) and Lance Brown (acoustic, resonator, and electric guitar). Dinner Theatre available April 30th beginning at 5:30 pm. Tickets for both the dinner and show are $30 each and are $15 for the show only.
FMI: UW-Richland, 608-647-6186 x 278 or rlncf@uwc.edu
May
May 1-20
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
Mixed media works by River Valley High School students can be viewed during regular library hours; ask for the key at the circulation desk.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
May 1
Annual Spring Open House and
Opening of “Spring Colors: An Exhibition of Water Colors”
Through June 3.
Wisconsin Artists Showcase/Jura Silverman Gallery, 143 S. Washington, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7049; www.springgreen.com/jsgallery
or slvmnart@webtv.net
May 2, 7-9 pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Open mic first Monday (mostly) of the month. Poetry text readings,
occasional music. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors. Doors open at 6:45pm. All are welcome. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller, 608-588-7070 or Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234; www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
May 5, 7pm
River Valley High School Band/Choral Concert
River Valley High School, Spring Green
May 6, 7pm
Jambeau Concert
From the Jambeau website: “The trio includes Lina Palionis, easily the most powerful female vocalist to come out of Wisconsin since Tracy Nelson; Jerry Fitzpatrick, a guitarist who combines rhythm and melody to create sterling solos and memorable riffs; and Jeff
Hammes, a veteran acoustic bass player who had played with Lina and Jerry in separate groups before the three combined forces.”
Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Avenue, Richland Center
FMI: www.thejambeau.com
May 7, 6:30pm
Potluck Barn Dance at Folklore Village
Dances at Folklore Village are unique due to a long-standing tradition of beginning the event with a candlelight potluck supper. Bring a dish to pass: all table service is provided. After sharing good food and great conversation, help clear the tables and rosin the bows. Tonight, Chirps Smith & Friends Caller: Dot Kent. No experience or special costume required. Families and beginners always welcome. $6 Adults, $5 Members, $4 Seniors & Teens, $1 Children 5-12. Under 5 are free.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
May 9, 7pm
River Valley Community Learning Foundation Annual Meeting
There will be a short meeting followed by Nath and Marnie Dresser performing “Some Kind of Sign, a story in song and verse.” Refreshments will be served. The program is free and the public is invited to attend.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
May 12, 6:30pm
Kraemer Library Presents Family Story Time
“Dreaming of Dragons and Dinosaurs,” a 30-minute family story time, will be
presented by Linda and Maureen and will feature stories, songs, and action
rhymes about dinosaurs and dragons. The program will end with Maurice Sendak’s “Where
the Wild Things Are.” Information about the summer library program will also
be presented. All ages are invited to attend this free program.
Kraemer Library and Community Center, Plain
May 13-14, Fri 7pm/Sat 1pm
The Rhythm Is Gonna Get You
Spring Into Motion’s spring recital 2005. Admission is $5 at the door.
Reedsburg High School CAL Center
May 13-15, Fri & Sat 7:30pm/Sun 2:30pm
River Valley High School Student Council Play: “The Moonstone”
Adapted from the classic Wilkie Collins novel by local playwright Bruce G. Bradley. The novel, set in Victorian England and pre-dating the better known Sherlock Holmes stories by nearly 20 years, has long been regarded as a crime classic. In fact,
T.S. Eliot once described the book as “the first, the longest, and the best of modern English detective novels.” Drawing on the original text and incorporating Collin’s staged version, Bradley came up with a play that was chosen by the student council at RVHS for their spring production. Tickets, which are on sale at the Spring Green General Store and Nina’s, are $7 for adults, and $5 for seniors and students.
Gard Theater, Jefferson Street, Spring Green
May 14, 9:30-11:45am
Plain Genealogy Open House
This second annual open house will be a great opportunity to find out what
historical resources are available for family and local history research. Some
things to so, to see, and find out about include: watch 1930s movies of Plain,
get help with internet research, learn how to scan documents/pictures, how to
use PDAs, Wisconsin Historical Society Library, Sauk County Historical Museum,
LDS church resources, St. Luke’s Chimes/Ox’s Tail school books and
Hildegarde Therings’s research notes. Volunteers will be on hand to discuss
your own research projects.
Kraemer Library and Community Center, Plain
FMI: Gary Haas at garylhaas2005@yahoo.com
May 14, 1-3pm
Meet the Arts on Albany Court—The Art of Intuition: Developing Your Own Intuition with Psychic Intuitive Dianne Walters-Butler
Area visual artists, performing artists, herbalists, and authors will present their crafts in salon receptions on a selected Saturday each month throughout the year at 43/90 North Earth in the Albany Street Courtyard in downtown Spring Green. Visitors will have the opportunity to listen to and view the artists works as well as hear a short presentation and visit with the featured artist. In warmer months, the receptions will be held outdoors in the courtyard itself.
The receptions are free and open to the public.
43/90 North Earth, South Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-3313, www.northearth.com or
www.springgreen.com
May 14, 3-6pm
Bluegrass Jam
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
May 14-15, Sat 9am-4pm/Sun 10am-4pm
Muscoda Morel Mushroom Festival
Arts & crafts, ball tournaments, flea market, food stands, sampling of morels, helicopter rides, custom car show, fireworks, parade plus much more. Free.
Village Grounds, Muscoda
FMI: Cinda Johnson, Muscoda Tourism Committee, 608/739-3182; cthendrick@mwt.net;
www.muscoda.com
May 15, 3pm
Spring Green Historians Remember Centennial
The Spring Green Area Historical Society will present a program on the Spring Green centennial celebration. The public is invited to see a video compiled by Jim Thering that features his collection of pictures taken at the village’s 100 year celebration in 1957. People with pictures, movies or just fond memories of that event are invited to share with the audience, too.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
May 17, 7-9pm
SGAAC Social: Brewery Nights
With the arrival of summer just around the corner the Spring Green Area Arts Coalition has chosen the refreshing craft of beer and wine making as the focus for its upcoming “Brewery Nights” social. On tap will be Tom Porter of Lake Louie Brewery to lead a discussion on the history and process of brewing. He will be joined by a brewer from the Grumpy Troll Brew Pub of Mt.
Horeb, as well as other local home-brewers and displays about their work. Activities for the evening
include a tour of the Lake Louie Brewery and free samples of homemade beer and wine for all guests 21 years and older, in addition to light snacks provided by SGAAC board members. Admission is free and open to the public.
The social will begin at 7pm in the Arena VFW Hall, Arena
FMI: 608-583-2748 or info@springgreenarts.org
May 19, 7:30pm
River Valley High School Jazz Concert
The River Valley School Music Department announces a fresh live music
collaboration that will put the sounds of New Orleans into the Gard Theater in Spring Green. The River Valley Community Jazz Band, River Valley Middle School Jazz Band, River Valley High School Jazz Band, and River Valley High School Vocal Jazz Choir will all appear together for the first time. The high school jazz band and choir are extracurricular school groups that practice outside the regular school day and are directed by Matt Snow and Melissa Maas. There are
over 35 students involved in these groups. The community jazz band is a new group of alumni, students, and area musicians that rehearses weekly. The group of 18 is directed by Tony Cavagnetto. Tickets will be $5 for adults and free for students.
Gard Theater, Jefferson Street, Spring Green
May 20, 7pm
River Valley Middle School Spring Choral Concert
The concert will feature music from Broadway musicals such as “The Sound of Music,” “Bye, Bye, Birdie,” “Pippin,” “Wicked,” and
“Hairspray” just to name a few. The annual Forgotten Art Exhibit will also be presented in the high school cafeteria, featuring the artistic creations of the middle
schoolers. Students will also be presented with solo and ensemble awards and music booster scholarships for summer music camps. The concert is free and open to the public.
River Valley High School, New Gym, Spring Green
May 21, 6:30pm
Saturday Night Social Potluck at Folklore Village
Take part in a 35 year tradition of Saturday Night Socials: a blend of the traditional “house party” of rural Wisconsin and the small town community gatherings of churches and other social groups, these
special evenings include dancing, games, and singing. All dances are
taught and no partners are necessary. New musicians are always
welcome. Bring the whole family and your favorite potluck dish. Tonight, celebrate the English May—help decorate the English Maypole with fresh flowers and learn easy, fun Maypole dances. $6 adults, $5 members, $4 seniors & teens, $1 children 5-12. Under 5 are free.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
May 22, 3-6pm
River Valley Annual High School
Art Exhibit
Students of art instructors Jan von Stein and Dick Woppert, whose combined enrollment is over 275 students, will present a large display of drawing, painting, pottery, sculpture, mixed media, design projects and video presentations. There will be a student pottery throwing demonstration and local
musicians will provide entertainment. Refreshments will be served. It is being hosted by the Spring Green Area Arts Coalition. Artwork (right) by senior Marco Rameriz.
River Valley High School Cafeteria, Spring Green
May 24, 1pm
Lone Rock Elementary School Spring Music Program
Public welcome.
May 24, 7pm
River Valley Stitchers to Meet
Bring a square of white cotton if you would like to participate in microwave
shaving cream dying. All are welcome to join.
Spring Green Community Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
May 25, 1pm
Arena Elementary School Spring Music Program
Public welcome.
May 25, 6:30-8pm
Artists in Historic Residences
Jeanne Lambin, Wisconsin Field Services Coordinator for the National Trust for Historic Preservation will lead this presentation. Since historic preservation took root in the United States, artists have been a part of it. Old houses, commercial and industrial buildings provided unique and affordable places to live. Artists have often played a critical role in transforming historic communities from a neglected collection of ramshackle buildings to a highly desirable place to live. This workshop will cover the basics of historic
preservation, provide information on grants and incentives that are available to owners of historic properties, discuss how non-profit organizations can use historic properties as artists live/work space, how communities like Paducah, Kentucky are marketing themselves to artists and how books like Richard Florida’s, “The Rise of the Creative Class” are recognizing the important role of creativity
in creating vibrant communities. Free. Refreshments will be served. (For more information: National Trust for Historic Preservation http://www.nationaltrust.org/)
Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, Spring Green
FMI: RSVP on line at www.uwplatt.edu/cont_ed/
select Arts Build and register for Topical Conversation. There is no cost for participation. For more information you can contact Heidi at 608-342-1314.
May 28, 7-11pm
Box Elder at Wildwood Restaurant & Lounge
Live music; no cover.
Wildwood Restaurant & Lounge, 5795 Upper Wyoming Road, South of Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7106
May 29
Bob Fest
Celebrate the life and talents of Bob Dylan... Live music; all Bob Dylan songs. Open mike/only Dylan songs are allowed (mostly full by day of event). Special Menu and micro brews. Bring a lawn chair & blanket—event is held outside until dark, weather & mosquitoes permitting. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
June
Month of June
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
Drawings by Judi Klinkenberg can be viewed during regular library hours; ask for the key at the circulation desk.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
June 3, 6:30-8:30pm
Summer Solstice Open Mike Poetry Night
Please join us for an evening of Open Mike poetry
to include the debut performance of Gordon Glass’ “Hitler in Hell” (a
theological fantasy) with Gordon Glass, James Gollata & Andrew Sharp
reading. CDs available for sale that night. Bring your own work to
read, too. Complimentary wine & beer to round out the fun!
Ocooch Books and Libations, 145 W. Court Street (downtown), Richland Center
FMI: Jodee at 608-647-8826
June 3, 7-10pm
Stillhouse - David Dati & Tom Riley at Treasures Music
Folk rock covers and original music at Treasures Music, Richland Center’s Hottest Friday Night Spot. Wine & dine while listening to these fine musicians.
Blue Highways, 165 North Central Avenue, Richland Center
FMI: 608-647-7358
June 3-5, Fri 6:30pm, Sat 11am, Sun 10am
Country in the Country Music Festival
Performers: Silver Creek, Truck Load-O-Wood, The Back 40’s, Bootleg, Flying Moles, Starlight Ramblers,
Dealer’s Choice, Caddy & Company, Cow Tippers, Ken Alderman, Colt 45 Band, U.S. Silver Dollar Band, Snuffy Smith & the Dime-A-Dozen Band, Dan McGrane Show, Johnson Family Band, Shin-Bone, New Crew, Country Express, Stir Crazy, Cheyenne, Miss Vicki-Lynn & Just Us-N-Country, Don McDougal Gospel Hour, The Amazing Rhythm Pigs & others. In addition, there is camping, a chicken BBQ (beginning at noon on Saturday 6/4), raffle & vendors. $5/day ($10/weekend).
Bear Valley Park (9 mi. north of Lone Rock on Hwy 130)
FMI: 608-583-5033
June 4, 6:30pm
Potluck Barn Dance at Folklore Village
Dances at Folklore Village are unique due to a long-standing tradition of beginning the event with a candlelight potluck supper. Bring a dish to pass: all table service is provided. After sharing good food and great conversation, help clear the tables and rosin the bows. Tonight, Too Old To Be Controlled Caller. No experience or
special costume required. Families and beginners always welcome. $6 Adults, $5 Members, $4 Seniors & Teens, $1 Children 5-12. Under 5 are free.
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
June 4, 6pm
Spring Green Night at APT
American Players Theatre invites residents in the River Valley Area to help launch their 2005 season with a community get-together followed by the first performance of the classic comedy The Merry Wives of Windsor by William Shakespeare (play begins at 8pm).
There will be burgers, brats and beverages courtesy of the Spring Green Chamber of Commerce and APT. Bring a dish to pass, plus utensils and dishes for your own use, and join your friends and neighbors at the picnic shelter. The burgers should be just about ready at 6:00pm. Special Spring Green Night ticket price of $13.50 for River Valley School District residents.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 4-5
Opening of “Children of God—Handmade Paper Mixed Media by Jura
Silverman”
Through June 24.
Wisconsin Artists Showcase/Jura Silverman Gallery, 143 S. Washington, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7049; www.springgreen.com/jsgallery
or slvmnart@webtv.net
June 5, 10am-4pm
Tower Hill Heritage Day
As a part of the annual State Park Open House, the Arena Historians will present a number of activities at Tower Hill State Park near Spring Green that recall the history of the Park and the Area.
Events planned at this time include shot dropping and historical exhibits about the area. Tentatively scheduled is horse drawn
carriage rides. All activities will be fully accessible, with transportation available to the top of the shot tower.
Free admission.
Tower Hill State Park, Spring Green
FMI: Wayne Schutte, 608-753-2646
June 5, 2-3:30pm
Hymn Sings
The 26th season of old-fashioned hymn sings will feature a different organist and music leader each time who will guide the singers who attend. Sponsored by Rural Musicians Forum, the sings are scheduled for the first Sunday of each month through October. This week, Sue Gilbert of Mineral Point will play the organ, and her husband Patrick will lead the singing. The hymn sings are nondenominational and free of charge.
Wyoming Valley United Methodist Church, Route 23, Spring Green
June 5, 3-7pm
“My History and My Time as an Apprentice, and My Architectural Experience”
In 1932, Frank Lloyd Wright founded the Taliesin Fellowship, a school of architecture and way of life that has prospered for over seventy years, thirty years after Wrights’ death. A truly unique experience for Wright enthusiasts will occur on Sunday, June 5th, when architect, author, and former Taliesin fellowship member, Edgar Tafel, who joined the Taliesin Fellowship in its first year of existence, will speak about his work and life at Taliesin. Edgar Tafel apprenticed directly to Wright for nine years (1932-1941). He
was there when the columns for the Johnson Wax building in Racine were tested and when Fallingwater was born in idea and built upon a stream in Pennsylvania. Tafel was there at Taliesin, when it was the “laboratory” for Frank Lloyd Wright’s concepts. Tafel shares in remarkable detail his personal time with Frank Lloyd Wright as the author of two books: “Years with Frank Lloyd Wright Apprentice to Genius” and “Frank Lloyd Wright- Recollections by Those Who Knew Him”. Tafel will present “My History and My Time as an Apprentice, and My Architectural Experience”, a slide and lecture presentation, on Sunday, June 5th at the Hillside Theatre at Taliesin, Spring
Green, Wisconsin. Following the 3:00PM slide presentation, a book signing and reception featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres and the opportunity to visit with Mr. Tafel will be held inside the Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center, (the former Spring Green Restaurant). Cost for the event is $100 dollars per person ($50 is tax deductible). Deadline for reservations is Friday, May 27. Proceeds will be used exclusively for the restoration and preservation of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin.
Hillside Theatre, Taliesin & FLLW Visitor Center
FMI: For reservations or more information call at Pat Reisinger, Vice President
of Development, at 608-588-7900, ext:#224 or email: tpisummerevents@mhtc.net.
You can also visit our website at: www.TaliesinPreservation.org
June 6, 7-9pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Open mic first Monday (mostly) of the month. Poetry text readings,
occasional music. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors.
Doors open at 6:45pm. All are welcome. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller, 608-588-7070 or Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234; www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
June 9, 7:30pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 10, 8pm
Spring Green Night at APT: “Tartuffe” by Molière
Special Spring Green Night ticket price of $13.50 for River Valley School District residents.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 11, 1-3pm
Meet the Arts on Albany Court:
The Art of Portraiture with Spring Green Artist Leah Griffith Boyce
Area visual artists, performing artists, herbalists, and authors will present their crafts in salon receptions on a selected Saturday each month throughout the year at 43/90 North Earth in the Albany Street Courtyard in downtown Spring Green. Visitors will have the opportunity to listen to and view the artists works as well as hear a short presentation and visit with the featured artist. In warmer months, the receptions will be held outdoors in the courtyard itself.
The receptions are free and open to the public.
43/90 North Earth, South Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-3313, www.northearth.com or
www.springgreen.com
June 11, 3-6pm
Bluegrass Jam
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
June 11, 8pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
Opening night performance.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 16, 7-9pm
Storytellers’ Night at Casablanca Deli
Have you got a story to tell? Now there’s a place to tell it. Third
Thursday of the month from 7-9pm is Storytellers’ Night at Casablanca Deli.
This Thursday Kevin Barrett will offer the first-ever public performance of his
own strange-but-true story: “The night my wife thought I was an alien.” Host
Kevin Barrett has a Ph.D. Minor in Folklore and will be teaching The Folktale at
UW-Madison this fall. He is the author of the Weirde Tour Guide to San
Francisco.
Casablanca Deli & Bazaar, 33783 US Hwy 14, Lone Rock
FMI: 608-583-7206
June 16, 7:30pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 17, 7-10pm
Kydd & Byrd at Treasures Music
Acoustic rock covers and original music at Treasures Music, Richland Center’s Hottest Friday Night Spot. Wine & dine while listening to these popular musicians.
Blue Highways, 165 North Central Avenue, Richland Center
FMI: 608-647-7358
June 17, 8pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 17-August 14, Fridays 5-8, Saturdays 11-4, Sundays 1-4
A Summer Gathering-Works by Local Artists
Opening: Friday, June 17, 6-9pm. Exhibiting artists: Tamlyn Akins, Natalie Beil, Jennifer Bonneville, Robert Brumley, Nancy Cox, Bob DeWitt, Nancy Jo Erickson, Pamela Grabber, Don Hunt, Susan Klabak, Maureen Koehl, Ashley Mabin, Luci Shirek, and Jane Varda. Free.
Mazomanie Historic Art Center, 103 Crescent Street, Mazomanie
FMI: 608-206-0507
June 18, 10am-4pm
Wine & Cheese Extravaganza
Free sampling of cheeses and wines, free winery tours, grilled buffalo burgers, music and food.
Spurgeon Vineyards, Hwy Q, Highland
FMI: 608-929-7692; www.spurgeonvineyards.com
June 18, 3pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 18, 6-8pm
Folk and Celtic Music Concert Featuring Celia and Lil’ Rev
This house concert will feature outstanding live music, magic and laughter.
Please bring chairs and blankets. Free and all are welcome; suggested donation
$12.
S11621 Hazelnut Road, Spring Green
FMI: Paula, 414-416-1119 or Cecilia 608-588-3313
June 18, 8pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
Opening night performance.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 18-19
Red Door Art Gallery Grand Opening
Visit Southwest Wisconsin’s finest art gallery in its new location. Stop by to see the latest displays and meet local artists; Red Door Gallery has just what you are looking for in gifts, home decoration, and office accessories.
Red Door Gallery, 178 S. Central Street, Richland Center
FMI: 608-647-2631
June 19, 4-6pm
Music in the Parks Opening Concert
Grab the family, pack the cooler and lawn chairs and plan to relax and enjoy this summer’s “Music In the Parks” community concert series. The opening concert will feature the Baraboo swing-band “Pieces Of Eight.” Admission is free. The Spring Green Area Arts Coalition in partnership with
the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Preservation Commission will be providing a series of outdoor concerts in area parks on Sunday afternoons this summer. Concessions will be available. Future concerts are scheduled for Spring Green and other communities in Sauk County.
Community Park Pavilion, Plain
FMI: 608-438-5713
June 19, 6pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 20, 2:30pm
Summer Library Program in Plain
“Royal Romps” will be the program for children of all ages. The group will
read stories about kings and princesses, sing songs, play a game, make crowns,
halos, and even a king’s pie.
Kraemer Library and Community Center, Community Room, Plain
FMI: 608-546-4201
June 20, 7:30pm
Spring Green Area Film Club Presents an Evening of Animation
SGAAC, in conjunction with the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture, will feature a delightful French animated film “The Triplets of Belleville” (PG-13), as well as animation by local filmmakers. The event will conclude with a discussion of the presentation. Free and all are welcome.
Hillside Theater, Taliesin, Spring Green
FMI: 608-583-3921
June 21, 7:30pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 22, 2pm
“Dragon’s Tales” at the Library
Like storyteller of old, Judy Farrow-Busak will entertain with stories of dragons and daring deeds. Don’t miss this fast-paced program of entertaining tales.
Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: 608-588-2276
June 22, 7:30pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 23, 7:30pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
Opening night performance.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 23-25
Star Spangled Celebration
12th annual outdoor country & western music extravaganza. Popular artists scheduled to perform: Thursday - Cowboy Crush, Jedd Hughes, Terri Clark, Lonestar. Friday - Exile, Sugarland, Julie Roberts, Randy Travis, Neal McCoy. Saturday - Keni Thomas, Trent Willmon, Connie Smith, Trace Adkins, Clint Black, BlackHawk. Sponsored by Star Spangled. Ticket prices are $60.00 for a general 3-day advance pass or $110.00 for a reserve 3-day pass.
Krouskop Park, Richland Center
FMI: For tickets and information call 608-647-5155 or 800-375-0876, or go to www.starspangled.com
June 24, 8pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 25, 3pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 25, 8pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 25-26, Sat 9am-5pm/Sun 10am-4pm
Spring Green Arts & Crafts Fair
36th annual arts and fine crafts fair held in downtown Spring Green. Free.
Jefferson Street, Downtown Spring Green
FMI: John Hess, Spring Green Arts & Crafts Fair, 608/588-7082; johnhess@mhtc.net;
www.springgreenartfair.com
June 25-26
Crafts in the Country
Peck’s Farm Market East, Hwy 14, Spring Green
June 25-26
Opening of The Wisconsin Artists Summer Showcase Featuring
“Landscapes in Oil by Jonathan Wilde”
Through July 29.
Wisconsin Artists Showcase/Jura Silverman Gallery, 143 S. Washington, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7049; www.springgreen.com/jsgallery
or slvmnart@webtv.net
June 26, 6pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 27, 6:30pm
“The Sword in the Stone”
The Traveling Lantern Theatre Company of San Diego, California will present this show which features a young boy named Arthur who stumbles upon an unusual friend: a memorable old sorcerer named Merlin. With Merlin’s guidance, Arthur is astonished to discover that he is the only person in the kingdom who can pull an embedded sword from its massive stone pedestal. Seating is limited for this special production, so please call the library to register your family.
Space is filling fast!
Kraemer Library and Community Center, Community Room, Plain
FMI: 608-546-4201
June 28, 7:30pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 29, 7:30pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
Post show discussion.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
June 30, 7:30pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July
Month of July
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
Scherenhschnitte (paper-cutting) by Melissa Hildebrandt can be viewed during regular library hours; ask for the key at the circulation desk.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
July 1, 8pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 2, Noon-6pm
Apple Wine Festival at Weggy Winery
Live Cajun music by The Midway Ramblers 1-5pm. Cajun style pig and corn roast and other specialty foods for purchase. Specialty beer, wine and soft drinks also available. Tickets $5.00 in advance 608-647-6600 or $7.00 at the gate. Advance tickets must be purchased by June 27, 2005. No carry in food or drinks. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy good music, food and drinks!
Weggy Winery, 30940 Oak Ridge Drive, Richland Center (at the intersection of County “O” and Oak Ridge Drive)
FMI: 608-647-6603 or www.weggywinery.com
July 2, 3pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 2, 8pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 3, 2-3:30pm
Hymn Sings
The 26th season of old-fashioned hymn sings will feature a different organist and music leader each time who will guide the singers who attend. Sponsored by Rural Musicians Forum, the sings are scheduled for the first Sunday of each month through October. This week, Pat Christiansen will play the organ, and Joy Bickford will lead the singing. The hymn sings are nondenominational and free of charge.
Wyoming Valley United Methodist Church, Route 23, Spring Green
July 3, 6pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 5, 7:30pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
Post show discussion.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 6, 7:30pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
Post show discussion.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 7, 7:30pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 8, 8pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 9, 1-3pm
Meet the Arts on Albany Court:
Crafting Songs From the Heart—Recording Artist/Singer-Songwriter CELIA
Area visual artists, performing artists, herbalists, and authors will present their crafts in salon receptions on a selected Saturday each month throughout the year at 43/90 North Earth in the Albany Street Courtyard in downtown Spring Green. Visitors will have the opportunity to listen to and view the artists works as well as hear a short presentation and visit with the featured artist. In warmer months, the receptions will be held outdoors in the courtyard itself. The receptions are free and open to the public.
43/90 North Earth, South Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-3313, www.northearth.com or
www.springgreen.com
July 9, 3-6pm
Bluegrass Jam
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany Street, Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller 608-588-7070 or todd@springgreengeneralstore.com;
www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
July 9, 3pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 9, 8pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 10, 6pm
Brian Bedford at APT
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 11, 7-9 pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Open mic first Monday (mostly) of the month. Poetry text readings,
occasional music. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors.
Doors open at 6:45pm. All are welcome. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller, 608-588-7070 or Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234; www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
July 11, 7:30pm
Rural Musicians Forum Concert: Proud To Be Local
This first concert of RMF’s 20th season features the River Valley High School faculty and students, as well as local musicians Janna Johnson, Mike and Lori Schmidt, and Nath Dresser. Suggested donation: $5.00. (This year, there will be a senior shuttle offered to those wishing to attend the concerts. The shuttle will leave the Senior Center parking lot in Spring Green at 6:45 every Monday night.)
Unity Chapel, County T (just off Hwy 23), 3 mi. south of Spring Green
FMI: Doug Swenson, 608-469-2887
July 12, 7:30pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
Post show discussion.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 13, 7:30pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 14, 8:30am-3:30pm
Art in the Park for Kids: Lone Rock, Ages 6-10
Artist Leah Griffith Boyce will spend eight days creating arts with children as part of a free program sponsored by SGAAC along with the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Preservation committee. Children will be divided into two age groups for the program, ages six to ten will meet on Thursdays and ages 11 to 15 will meet on Fridays. All programs begin at 8:30am with registration and end at 3:30pm. Children are asked to wear old clothing, bring a lunch, snack foods and plenty of liquids. Older children are asked to bring an article to paint such as an old chair, desk, shelf, etc. Peg Miller has also donated some items to paint. Call Boyce at 608-588-7586 to register. Parents should note that if your child can’t attend the date in your community, feel free to join the program in another. FREE.
Village Park Pavilion, Lone Rock
FMI: 608-588-7586
July 14, 7:30pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
Post show discussion.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 15, 8:30am-3:30pm
Art in the Park for Kids: Lone Rock, Ages 11-15
Artist Leah Griffith Boyce will spend eight days creating arts with children as part of a free program sponsored by SGAAC along with the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Preservation committee. Children will be divided into two age groups for the program, ages six to ten will meet on Thursdays and ages 11 to 15 will meet on Fridays. All programs begin at 8:30am with registration and end at 3:30pm. Children are asked to wear old clothing, bring a lunch, snack foods and plenty of liquids. Older children are asked to bring an article to paint such as an old chair, desk, shelf, etc. Peg Miller has also donated some items to paint. Call Boyce at 608-588-7586 to register. Parents should note that if your child can’t attend the date in your community, feel free to join the program in another. FREE.
Village Park Pavilion, Lone Rock
FMI: 608-588-7586
July 15, 7-10pm
Frogwater at Treasures Music
Acoustic guitar, fiddle, Celtic & traditional music at Treasures Music, Richland Center’s Hottest Friday Night Spot. Wine & dine while listening to these fine musicians.
Blue Highways, 165 North Central Avenue, Richland Center
FMI: 608-647-7358
July 15, 8pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 15, 8pm
Hot Fun in the Summer Time
Listen to golden-oldie music by original artists, including headliner Bobby Vee, Tommy Roe, and The Crickets. Hear some of your favorites, including “Devil or Angel,” “Take Good Care of my Baby,” “Sheila,” “Dizzy” and many more.
RCHS Auditorium, Richland Center
FMI: For ticket availability, contact Leo at WRCO Radio 608-647-2111
July 16, 3pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 16, 6:30pm
Saturday Night Social Potluck at Folklore Village
Take part in a 35 year tradition of Saturday Night Socials: a blend of the traditional “house party” of rural Wisconsin and the small town community gatherings of churches and other social groups, these
special evenings include dancing, games, and singing. All dances are
taught and no partners are necessary. New musicians are always
welcome. Bring the whole family and your favorite potluck dish. Tonight, is Ice Cream Social at the Schoolhouse. $6 Adults, $5 Members, $4 Seniors & Teens, $1 Children 5-12. Under 5 are free
Folklore Village, 3210 Cty. Road BB, Dodgeville
FMI: 608-924-4000; www.folklorevillage.org
July 16, 8pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 16-17
Dodgeville Kite Round-up 2005
Kite clubs from several states will launch. Large Kites, Large Banner Dispays, and children’s kite workshops on both days; Saturday will feature Stunt Kite Demonstrations and Night Fly; and Sunday is People’s Choice voting. Local kiters and viewers are welcome. (image right) The arial photo is from last year’s event and was taken by a camera suspended from a kite by Tony Killip from Galesburg, IL.
Harris Park, 600 N Bennett Road, Dodgeville
FMI: Bob Rymaszewski, info@chromatickites.com
July 17, 4-6pm
“Music In the Parks”
Featuring Singer and Storyteller Celia
Grab the family, pack the cooler and lawn chairs and plan to relax and enjoy this summer’s “Music In the Parks” community concert series. Celia is a cross between an earthy Enya, Tori Amos, and Gilda Radner! A red-headed Renaissance woman, Celia is a singer/songwriter, actress, and storyteller who has perfected the magic of combining the silly and the sacred. She commands the stage with her one-woman show, which features her clear, dexterous voice and includes singing, acting, storytelling and plenty of humor. The Spring Green Area Arts Coalition’s “Music-In-The-Parks” is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Sauk County Art, Humanities and Historical Preservation Committee and other area community organizations. Future concerts are scheduled for Spring Green and other Sauk County areas. Everyone is encouraged to bring their lawn chairs and beverages. Admission is free.
Arena Park, Arena
FMI: 608-438-5713
July 17, 6pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 18, 7:30pm
Rural Musicians Forum Concert: Homecoming
Featuring original performers that started RMF. The vocal quartet of Nancy Giffey, Jan Swenson, Doug Swenson, and Bob Willoughby will perform Brahms “Leibesleider Waltzes”. Pianist and singer Jack Wilson, a Milwaukee and Madison favorite, will reunite with pals Doug Brown and Maureen McCarty, all former musicians at APT, for a concert that will bring back memories of the early days of RMF. Suggested donation: $5.00. (This year, there will be a senior shuttle offered to those wishing to attend the concerts. The shuttle will leave the Senior Center parking lot in Spring Green at 6:45 every Monday night.)
Unity Chapel, County T (just off Hwy 23), 3 mi. south of Spring Green
FMI: Doug Swenson, 608-469-2887
July 19, 7:30pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
Post show discussion.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 20, 7:30pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 21, 8:30am-3:30pm
Art in the Park for Kids: Plain, Ages 6-10
Artist Leah Griffith Boyce will spend eight days creating arts with children as part of a free program sponsored by SGAAC along with the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Preservation committee. Children will be divided into two age groups for the program, ages six to ten will meet on Thursdays and ages 11 to 15 will meet on Fridays. All programs begin at 8:30am with registration and end at 3:30pm. Children are asked to wear old clothing, bring a lunch, snack foods and plenty of liquids. Older children are asked to bring an article to paint such as an old chair, desk, shelf, etc. Peg Miller has also donated some items to paint. Call Boyce at 608-588-7586 to register. Parents should note that if your child can’t attend the date in your community, feel free to join the program in another. FREE.
Village Park Pavilion, Plain
FMI: 608-588-7586
July 21, 7:30pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 22, 8:30am-3:30pm
Art in the Park for Kids: Plain, Ages 11-15
Artist Leah Griffith Boyce will spend eight days creating arts with children as part of a free program sponsored by SGAAC along with the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Preservation committee. Children will be divided into two age groups for the program, ages six to ten will meet on Thursdays and ages 11 to 15 will meet on Fridays. All programs begin at 8:30am with registration and end at 3:30pm. Children are asked to wear old clothing, bring a lunch, snack foods and plenty of liquids. Older children are asked to bring an article to paint such as an old chair, desk, shelf, etc. Peg Miller has also donated some items to paint. Call Boyce at 608-588-7586 to register. Parents should note that if your child can’t attend the date in your community, feel free to join the program in another. FREE.
Village Park Pavilion, Plain
FMI: 608-588-7586
July 22, 8pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
Richland County Night at American Players Theatre - tickets are only $18.50. Call the Richland Area Chamber of Commerce office to order your tickets: 608-647-6205.
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 23
Highland “Our Town” Celebration
“Our Town” is a family fun-filled celebration including softball tournaments, volleyball tournaments, fun and games for children of all ages, concession stands, chicken
barbeque at 5pm, music, fireworks and much more. This year includes a new craft fair. Spend the whole day and evening in Highland.
Village of Highland
FMI: Theresa C. Michek, 608-929-7781 or highlandclerk@charter.net
July 23, 1-10:30pm
Dodgeville Blues Fest
A free, fun, family event put on by The Dodgeville Area Chamber of Commerce & Dodgeville Revitalization Organization.
Rain or Shine.
Downtown Dodgeville
FMI: 608-935-9200 or www.dodgevillebluesfest.com
July 23, 3pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 23, 8pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 24, 2:30pm and 7:30pm
Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society Concert
2005 season - United Nations: “Do Svidaniya, Baby.” Tickets for Spring Green concerts may be ordered from the Taliesin Visitor Center at 608-588-7900, M-F, 8am-4pm (credit cards accepted); tickets must be ordered or purchased ahead.
Hillside Theater at Hillside Home School, Taliesin, 6604 Cty Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI: Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society 608-255-9866 or info@bachdancinganddynamite.org; www.bachdancinganddynamite.org
July 24, 6pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 25, 7:30pm
Rural Musicians Forum Concert: Patchwork Quilt
Aptly named “Patchwork Quilt,” this concert contains something for everyone. There will be classical selections from local singer Jena Humphries and accompanist Bob Willoughby, followed by Yvonne Davila on violin with Vincent Fuh (of El Clan Destino) on piano. The quilt picks up some Celtic color with the imaginative songs and stories from the one and only Celia. Finally, Marty L’Herault works the crowd with some down home folk tunes. Suggested donation: $5.00. (This year, there will be a senior shuttle offered to those wishing to attend the concerts. The shuttle will leave the Senior Center parking lot in Spring Green at 6:45 every Monday night.)
Unity Chapel, County T (just off Hwy 23), 3 mi. south of Spring Green
FMI: Doug Swenson, 608-469-2887
July 28, 8:30am-3:30pm
Art in the Park for Kids: Spring Green, Ages 6-10
Artist Leah Griffith Boyce will spend eight days creating arts with children as part of a free program sponsored by SGAAC along with the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Preservation committee. Children will be divided into two age groups for the program, ages six to ten will meet on Thursdays and ages 11 to 15 will meet on Fridays. All programs begin at 8:30am with registration and end at 3:30pm. Children are asked to wear old clothing, bring a lunch, snack foods and plenty of liquids. Older children are asked to bring an article to paint such as an old chair, desk, shelf, etc. Peg Miller has also donated some items to paint. Call Boyce at 608-588-7586 to register. Parents should note that if your child can’t attend the date in your community, feel free to join the program in another. FREE.
Village Park Pavilion, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7586
July 28, 7:30pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 29, 8:30am-3:30pm
Art in the Park for Kids: Spring Green, Ages 11-15
Artist Leah Griffith Boyce will spend eight days creating arts with children as part of a free program sponsored by SGAAC along with the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Preservation committee. Children will be divided into two age groups for the program, ages six to ten will meet on Thursdays and ages 11 to 15 will meet on Fridays. All programs begin at 8:30am with registration and end at 3:30pm. Children are asked to wear old clothing, bring a lunch, snack foods and plenty of liquids. Older children are asked to bring an article to paint such as an old chair, desk, shelf, etc. Peg Miller has also donated some items to paint. Call Boyce at 608-588-7586 to register. Parents should note that if your child can’t attend the date in your community, feel free to join the program in another. FREE.
Village Park Pavilion, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7586
July 29, 8pm
“The Play’s the Thing” by Ferenc Molnar
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 29-31
“The King and I” by the Community Players of Southwestern Wisconsin
Musical theater presented by Community Players in partnership with Richland School District Foundation, Inc. Also performed first weekend in August 2005.
Richland Center High School Auditorium, Richland Center
FMI: www.swcommunityplayers.com
July 30, 3pm
“The Merry Wives of Windsor” by William Shakespeare
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 30, 8pm
“Tartuffe” by Molière
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
July 30-31
Opening of The Wisconsin Artists Summer Showcase Featuring
“Sculpture—Indoors and Outdoors”
Through September 2.
Wisconsin Artists Showcase/Jura Silverman Gallery, 143 S. Washington, Spring Green
FMI: 608-588-7049; www.springgreen.com/jsgallery
or slvmnart@webtv.net
July 31, 2:30pm and 7:30pm
Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society Concert
2005 season - United Nations: “Tour de France: At the Finish Line.” Tickets for Spring Green concerts may be ordered from the Taliesin Visitor Center at 608-588-7900, M-F, 8am-4pm (credit cards accepted); tickets must be ordered or purchased ahead.
Hillside Theater at Hillside Home School, Taliesin, 6604 Cty Hwy 23, Spring Green
FMI: Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society 608-255-9866 or info@bachdancinganddynamite.org; www.bachdancinganddynamite.org
July 31, 6pm
“Candida” by George Bernard Shaw
American Players Theatre, Spring Green
FMI: Box office 608-588-2361; www.playinthewoods.org
August
Month of August
Meet the Maker—Art Exhibits at the Library
Rebecca Sadler will display recent photos taken in Indonesia. The exhibit can be viewed during regular library hours; ask for the key at the circulation desk.
Community Room, Spring Green Public Library, 220 E. Monroe Street
FMI: Library staff, 608-588-2276
August 1, 7-9 pm
Mostly Mondays Poetry Society
Open mic first Monday (mostly) of the month. Poetry text readings,
occasional music. Bring your own original work or favorites by other authors. Doors open at 6:45pm. All are welcome. Free.
Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St., Spring Green
FMI: Todd Miller, 608-588-7070 or Pat McCorkle, 608-924-9234; www.SpringGreenGeneralStore.com
August 1, 7:30pm
Rural Musicians Forum Concert: If Music Be The Food Of Love
This is a special night devoted to our friends at American Players Theatre. The actors will be seen in rare form, offering their talents in a myriad of ways. There will be singing and dramatic readings, banjo and comedy, and actors such as Sarah Day, Jim DeVita and Paul Bentzen starring in a whole new way. Suggested donation: $5.00. (This year, there will be a senior shuttle offered to those wishing to attend the concerts. The shuttle will leave the Senior Center parking lot in Spring Green at 6:45 every Monday night.)
Unity Chapel, County T (just off Hwy 23), 3 mi. south of Spring Green
FMI: Doug Swenson, 608-469-2887
August 4, 8:30am-3:30pm
Art in the Park for Kids: Arena, Ages 6-10
Artist Leah Griffith Boyce will spend eight days creating arts with children as part of a free program sponsored by SGAAC along with the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Preservation committee. Children will be divided into two age groups for the program, ages six to ten will meet on Thursdays and ages 11 to 15 will meet on Fridays. All programs begin at 8:30am with registration and end at 3:30pm. Children are asked to wear old clothing, bring a lunch, snack foods and plenty of liquids. Older children are asked to bring an article to paint such as an old chair, desk, shelf, etc. Peg Miller has also donat
