Jefferson County Farmers' Markets
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Jefferson County Park Shelters
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Jefferson County DISCOUNTS!
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Jefferson County Parks has Maps for You!
Download maps for the Glacial Drumlin Trail, the Glacial Heritage Area, bike trails and ski trails here.
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Available Grants
Are you looking for a grant? You can find many grant opportunities on our website - check them out here.
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Dear , September has arrived! This is the first of four "ber" months that round out each year, and as usual, Jefferson County has lots going on in this first month of autumn.
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Discounts in Jefferson County
Have you checked out all of the great discounts offered in Jefferson County? From restaurants to B&Bs, from hotels to theater, to shopping shopping shopping - we have it all!
All of the current discounts can be found here.
Here is just a sample of what you will find on our discount page:
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Jefferson County Fish Dish Review Crew The Wayside Inn - Jefferson
The Wayside Inn
W4820 US-18 - Jefferson WI 53549
(920) 674-6766
The Wayside Inn is the quintessential rural "Wisconsin Supper Club." Set amid cornfields and fresh mown hay The Wayside Inn is situated on Highway 18, just east of St. Coletta and the intersection with Highway Y.
Indeed, The Wayside Inn looks as if it were placed by the Supper Club gods - as if it has always been there since time began - The Wayside Inn just belongs in that spot.
The very first thing you notice as you enter from the spacious parking lot is that The Wayside is neat as a pin and clean as a whistle.
If you live in Jefferson County, you'll probably recognize some familiar faces in the crowd as The Wayside Inn is a staple for those who live here and in the know. Friends greet each other, hugs are exchanged, and even if it's your first time visiting The Wayside, you'll soon be taken with the friendliness of patrons and staff alike.
We were seated right on time on a recent Friday night (reservations are accepted accepted for groups of 6 or more on the always busy Friday nights.) The rambling dining room and bar at The Wayside Inn was jammed with patrons waiting for a yacking and cocktailing, while waiting for a table - a very good sign of great food to come.
Our waitress recognized us from our visits to the now defunct Vondre's Supper Club in Milford, a welcome familiarity making us feel right at home.
Drinks are reasonable as are the prices on the menu. http://www.allmenus.com/wi/jefferson/62096-the-wayside-inn/menu/
In addition, there are always tons of Friday Fish specials. Check out the whiteboard that greeted us:
The Wayside's signature loaf of warm bread was served immediately.
We ordered the Beer Battered Cod, Perch, Bluegill and Baked Cod. All were outstanding, piled high, hot and perfectly representative of the highest standards of Wisconsin Fish Fry standards.
Lake Perch: the real deal, piled high and perfectly breaded = wonderfully tasty. Some of the best lake perch we've ever had, bar none. I'm not sure what was more impressive: the quantity or the quality.
Bluegill: You have to respect any fish fry that offers bluegill, as it's a rare treat. The Wayside's bluegill is simply is piled to the rafters (there were literally 18-20 pieces on the plate), served piping hot, and had such a wonderfully delicate flavor. Get the bluegill - it's amazing.
Beer Battered Cod
: Three luscious filets of incredibly delicious cod, lightly battered and fried to perfection. The batter featured a slight hint of salt, pepper, and paprika. Wish I'd ordered the all you could eat option because I think I would have kept on eating until closing time.
Baked cod: The fish was flaky, tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly served in the "Poor Man's Lobster" tradition with drawn butter. Hey, you're in Wisconsin!
The sides were great from the creamy cole slaw to the potato pancakes. Perfect!
Service: 5 Stars
Food: 4.75 Stars
Ambience: 5 Stars
Overall Value: 4.95 Stars
Driving away, I happened to look back at the timeless Wayside Inn and had to blink twice. I couldn't believe my eyes. It looked like a silent mist was enveloping The Wayside & strains of "How Are Things In Glocca Mora" were following and floating on the night air. Then we rounded the bend, The Wayside Inn disappeared from view and the spell was broken. "I'll be back" I murmured to myself...."I'll be back."
PS: If you're from out of town and used to using plastic...No Checks or credit here: CASH ONLY. (They have an ATM machine - even in Glocca Mora! - just in case.)
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September Events in Jefferson County
(Please double-check our website to verify dates and times.)
September 5 through October 27, 2013 - ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
 Many moons ago in a far off place, lived a handsome prince with a gloomy face . . . For he could not find a bride.
The Princess and the Pea is one of the best known fairy tales of all. You may think you know this time honored tale but let us tell you the real story in one of Broadway's happiest shows and one of The Fireside's most popular productions in our history - ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. This show turns that well known fairy tale on its ear with the story of Princess Winifred of the swamps and Prince Dauntless the Drab and their up and down, inside-out love story. Naturally the course of true love never runs smoothly when you have a domineering mother, a conniving wizard, a mute king, and a court full of knights and ladies desperate to get married. Delightful music, beautiful period costumes, and knee-slapping, rib-tickling comedy will fill the theatre with happiness and joy! This is the show that made Carol Burnett a star. When you see ONCE UPON A MATTRESS you'll understand why it has become our most requested show!
Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday Matinee arrival 10:30am, Thursday & Saturday Evening arrival 5:00pm, Sunday midday 2:30pm.
Fort Atkinson - The Fireside Dinner Theatre
1131 Janesville Avenue - 800-477-9505
www.firesidetheatre.com
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Throughout September, 2013 - Cows: A Closer Look - Photographic Exhibit
 Wisconsin fine art photographer, Paul Thoresen, shares his striking black and white photographs of the Holstein dairy cows living on three family farms within a mile of Thoresen's home near Paoli, Wisconsin, south of Madison. These photos are part of a ten year study of these animals. This exhibit is an invitation to know and appreciate cows more deeply. These photos will show in the museum's Jones Family Gallery through Saturday, October 26, 2013. AT that time, many if not all of the photos will be relocated on the museum's second floor, in the Luella Hoard Gallery through the close of 2013.
Hoard Historical Museum - 401 Whitewater Avenue - Fort Atkinson
www.hoardmuseum.org 920-563-7769
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September 6-8, 2013 - Sheep & Wool Festival
On the first Friday after Labor Day, check out the Wisconsin Sheep  and Wool Festival in Jefferson, WI. It is THE festival in the midwest for all things sheep, wool and fiber arts related. The three day festival is celebrating its 12th anniversary in 2013. We are expecting over 600 sheep to be on the fairgrounds this year, over 100 dogs running in the Stock dog trial and more than 130 vendors with gifts, yarn, cheese, etc - and last year's "people" attendance was over 6000.
In addition to the sheep, there are herding dog trials, classes for shepherds (from novice through experienced), classes for fiber artists (spinning, knitting, basket weaving, rug hooking and more), vendors selling fleeces, yarns, finished products, baskets, spinning wheels, looms and more, sheep shows, shearing demonstrations, food, the state Make it Yourself with Wool competition - take a look at the web site for more information.
Friday 9am to 6pm, Saturday 8am to 6pm, and Sunday 8am to 3:30pm
Jefferson - Jefferson County Fair Park 503 N. Jackson Ave., Jefferson, WI 53549 www.jeffersoncountyfairpark.com - 920-623-3536 www.wisconsinsheepandwoolfestival.com - 608-868-2505
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September 7, 2013 - United Way BBQ Contest
The kickoff to our annual campaign begins in September with a grilling competition. Grillers create their best BBQ from their choice of ribs, brisket, pork loin or chicken and compete for best of class.
Competitors can begin at 6am and must be ready to serve the judges at 3:45pm. There is also a hamburger creation competition with judging at noon. The event is held at Glenn's Market on West Main St, Watertown. Public tasting begins at 4pm. Vote for your favorite and help them win the coveted People's Choice Trophy! For more information or to register to compete, call Glenn at 920-261-2226.
4-6pm
Watertown - Glenn's Market - 722 W Main St - 920-261-2226
www.glennsmarket.com
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September 7, 2013 - Rock River Winery Wine Fest
This wine festival features an extensive selection from Wisconsin wineries for tasting, over 100 crafters and artists, great food and entertainment, contests and prizes located in Riverside Park. Contact Edna at Calico Cottage or visit their website for more information.
9am-5pm
Watertown - 850 Labaree St
www.calicocottagewinery.com
920-261-9460
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September 10, 2013 - Keystone Kruise Night
Check out some hot cars at Kruise Nights in Cambridge. See old cars in mint condition or new cars with all the bells and whistles. Car enthusiasts gather at Kruise Night on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from May through September. Sponsored by The Keystone Grill, 206 W. Main.
5pm
Cambridge - Keystone Grill, 206 W. Main Street - 608-423-3730
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September 13-15, 2013 - Gemuetlichkeit Days
 Gemuetlichkeit Days - Held at the Jefferson County Fair Park, Gemuetlichkeit means good times, good fun, good fellowship.
Celebrating 43 years! Join the fun & enter the contest going on throughout the weekend. Enjoy great music for your dancing & listening pleasure. German food, a Craft Fair on Saturday, and enjoy the beautiful German costumes. A huge parade on Sunday, September 15th at noon.
Jefferson - Jefferson County Fair Park - 503 North Jackson Avenue
www.gdays.org
www.jeffersoncountyfairpark.com
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September 14, 2013: Arts and Sparks in the Park
Loeb-Lorman Metals, in conjunction with Fort Arts Council, presents  "Arts and Sparks in the Park," an event that combines a unique Welding Rodeo and a quality Fine Arts and Crafts Fair. Watch the live action competition to create public sculpture from scrap metal at the Welding Rodeo. Browse the creations of quality artists and craftsmen in the Fine Arts and Crafts Fair. Bring your children to participate in the Kids Creativity Tent. Bid on scrap metal sculpture at the end of the Welding Rodeo in the Silent Auction. Listen to live music. This event offers something for everyone!
10am-5pm
Fort Atkinson - Ralph Park
www.fortartscouncil.org
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September 14-29, 2013 - Autumn Adventures
Autumn has arrived and that means its time to enjoy Autumn  Adventures out at the farm! Make plans to spend the day in the country as you interact with a variety of farm animals, play in the corn box, jump around in the hay mow, test your agricultural knowledge in the trivia corn maze, dare to defy our 20-foot tunnel slides, take a trip on a hayride to the U-Pick pumpkin patch, visit the Harvest Farmer's Market and much more! Concessions on site are provided by the FFA Alumni Feedbag, including snacks, sandwiches, hot and cold drinks, and sweet treats. Visit our website for specific dates, times, week-day hours, special farm events, as well as birthday party, field trip, and group event information. Busy Barns Adventure Farm is a fun, educational destination for kids and families to explore! We look forward to seeing you this autumn!
10am-6pm
Fort Atkinson - Busy Barns Adventure Farm, W7675 US Hwy 12
www.busybarnsfarm.com
920-691-6742
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September 18, 2013 - World Music Festival
Four young women from Finland make up the folk music group  Kardemimmit. Their beautiful harmonies blend with the kantele (the national instrument of Finland) in its 15 and 38 stringed forms. Their music is fresh, but strongly rooted in Finnish tradition from both Eastern and Western regions.
Young, master musicians, We Banjo 3, were named New Group of the Year & Concert of the Year Winners at The Livies: "Liveireland Irish Music Awards 2013." They are a stunning fusion of modern brilliance and tradition that spans all tastes in Irish music.
Noura Mint Seymali is heir to a Mauritanian Griot lineage stretching back for untold generations and has emerged as a nationally beloved star and one of Mauritania's foremost musical emissaries. Her success stems from her ability to combine a rare classical mastery and a griot's cultural authority with musical idioms that speak to West Africa and beyond. Noura's music is the embodiment of pentatonic desert blues. Come explore the desert with the Diva of Mauritania.
Whitewater - Young Auditorium http://www.uww.edu/youngauditorium/season/world-music-festival-
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September 21, 2013 - Fall Fest in Cambridge
 Fall in downtown Cambridge has unique activities that are fun for the whole family.
Enjoy scarecrow building, shop for antiques and hand-made items, live music, tractor hayrides, face painting, a petting zoo, a pie-baking contest and auction, great food and more.
The Cambridge Community Activities Program will also be conducting its annual Fun Run and Family Wellness Fair in the morning. There is also an antique appraisal event at Keystone Grill hosted by the Koshkonong Prairie Historical Society.
10am - 4pm
Cambridge - 608-423-3780
www.cambridgewi.com
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September 21, 2013 - Corks n Cars
 Vetro Winery's annual car show. Show off that antique, classic or performance car. Best Elvis costume contest. Vetro Wine specials all day, food and music.
Cars of all makes and models. Food by Double S BBQ - Music by Van Eskes - Elvis Tribute Artist TJ Clementi - Live Auction - Chainsaw Carvings. 11am-5pm
Jefferson - Vetro Winery - 1414 Vino Lane
www.vetrowine.com
920-674-9650
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September 22, 2013 - Discover Whitewater Marathon
Half Marathon, 5K and Fit Kid Shuffle. This USTAF certified, purse race will include a corralled start for the 1/2 marathon, a wheelchair division and post race events at both the aquatic center and downtown. A pre-race spaghetti dinner and health expo will be offered the day before at UW-Whitewater campus.
Whitewater - www.runwhitewater.com
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September 27-29, 2013 - Fall Jefferson 36th Annual Swap Meet & Car Corral
- Auto Swap Meet & Cars for Sale Corral all three days.
- Show Cars Saturday & Sunday only.
- Featuring all Fords - ALL makes/models welcome.
- No pets.
- Over 3,100 swap spaces and hundreds of cars for sale.
Brought to you by Madison Classics. Located at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds (Hwy 18 just 6 mi. south of I-94).
Spectator Hours: Fri 10am-5pm Sat/Sun 6am-4pm
Jefferson - Jefferson County Fairgrounds - 503 N. Jackson Ave.
Madison Classics Car Shows
www.madisonclassics.com
608 244-8416
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September 28, 2013 - Paint the Town Annual Fundraiser
The annual Paint the Town event will be held on Saturday, September  28. This fun event is the biggest annual fundraiser for both the Lake Mills Main Street Program and the Arts Alliance of Greater Lake Mills, and these two non-profit organizations work together to put on a great night.
Enjoy open houses at participating Lake Mills businesses, then come on over to the American Legion and join the party that rounds out the evening. Live music, appetizers, a full (cash) bar and live and silent auctions await you at the final party venue.
This event celebrates the renaissance of the downtown Lake Mills as well as local artists, and it helps raise funds for these groups to continue their work in Lake Mills. The event is open to everyone.
5:30pm to Midnight
Lake Mills - downtown
www.paintthetownlakemills.com
920-648-6721
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September 28, 2013 - Rockman Challenge
Paddle on the Rock River, bike in Jefferson County, then run through the woods. A military style obstacle course with drill sergeants at the end provides the twist. Race begins at 9:30am. Participants may go solo or be part of a team. More details on our website.
9:30am-6pm
Watertown - 600 Hoffmann Dr.
www.watertownchallenge.org
414-704-9969
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Participate in this workshop and learn how best to care for your old clothing, quilts, 