Jefferson County Tourism Council
SEPTEMBER 2015

Jefferson County Restaurant Review Crew
by Randy Otto and the rest of the hungry crew

BUCKHORN SUPPER CLUB 
11802 North Charley Bluff Road 
Fort Atkinson, WI 
608-868-2653 
www.thebuckhorn.net

Did a more beautiful Sunday evening ever exist in Wisconsin? August can be beastly hot in our state, bur with a calming breeze coming off Lake Koshkonong under a large white canopy, our 6:30PM reservation provided a sunset fit for the history books.

Appetizers range in price from $9.49 for Breaded Cheese Nuggets to $16.99 for Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce. All looked intriguing, but all of us were hungry for a cocktail and an entr�e. After a short stint at the beautiful bar facing the lake, we...

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"Take time enough for your meals, and eat them in company whenever you can. There is no need for hurry in life - least of all when we are eating."  
~ Edward Everett Hale, "How to Get the Best of It," c.1892 ~ 
 

 
 

Jefferson County Discounts
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!

Here is just a sample of what you will find on our discount page.  






Farmers' Markets in Jefferson County

 

Farmers' Market

 

Watertown
Tuesdays
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Through November 10 (closed August 4)
7am - 1pm
Riverside Park (Larabee Street)
www.watertownchamber.com
 https://www.facebook.com/watertownfarmersmarket?fref=ts

Cambridge
Tuesdays - through October
2 - 6pm
Downtown Veteran's Park
www.cambridgewi.com

Fort Atkinson
Wednesdays - 2:30-4:30pm
Fort Health Care
 www.forthealthcare.com

Lake Mills
Wednesdays - through October
2 - 6:30pm
Commons Park - downtown
 www.LakeMillsFarmersMarket.com
  https://www.facebook.com/LakeMillsFarmersMarket

Jefferson

Thursdays - through October
11am - 6pm
downtown parking lot

Watertown
Thursdays - August 6 through October 29
3 - 6pm
Watertown Library Parking Lot (100 S. Water Street)

Fort Atkinson
Saturdays - through October
8am - 12pm
Across from the Post Office
www.fortfarmersmarket.com

Whitewater
Saturdays - through October
7 - 11am

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September Events in Jefferson County
(please double-check our website to verify dates and times)

Through September 6, 2015 - Pump Boys and Dinettes at the Fireside Theatre 

   

Travel with us down Highway 57 to the land of fishin' holes and homemade pie. To the Double Cupp diner for a double helping of fast-paced, good-natured, foot-stompin' hand-clapping fun.  It may not be the most famous of shows but it might just possibly be the most fun. This Broadway hit is a mixture of country, rock, western-swing and folk music. The Cupp sisters will tempt you with a second cup of coffee and a song and the Pump Boys will serenade you with hits like "The Night Dolly Parton Was Almost Mine." With exciting live music, hilarious hi-jinks, down-home common sense, and featuring Steve Watts in the role that first brought him to The Fireside, PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES is sure to become one of your favorite all-time Fireside offerings!

 

 

 

Fort Atkinson - Fireside Dinner Theatre - 1131 Janesville Ave
800-477-9505
www.firesidetheatre.com  

Seven shows weekly Wednesday through Sunday

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September 3-7, 2015 - Labor Day Sidewalk Sale at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets

Johnson Creek Premium Outlets The Labor Day Sidewalk Sale at Johnson Creek Premium Outlets will be offered Thursday, September 3-Monday, September 7. Enjoy end of the summer savings on the sidewalks and in the stores at the last sidewalk sale of the season. There will be extended hours Friday, Sept. 4, Saturday, Sept. 5 and Monday, Sept. 7 where shoppers can find great deals from 9am-9pm. Stores will be open from 10am-7pm on Sunday, Sept. 6.

Johnson Creek - Johnson Creek Premium Outlets
www.premiumoutlets.com/johnsoncreek
(920) 699-4111
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September 4-7, 2015 - Labor Day Weekend at Jellystone Park of Fort Atkinson

Bring the whole family for this special, extra long Labor Day Weekend.  We will have three full days of fun planned for everyone including bags and horseshoe tournaments, the annual Labor Day parade, Hey Rides with the Bears, and more!  Plus, you might want to bring an extra pair of clothes this weekend as the Rec Rangers have some special messy games ready for you!  There will be shaving cream contests, some water balloon fun, and possibly even a pudding eating contest! This may be the last weekend for our water activities, so book early, this weekend is very popular! 
1-877-232-7386
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September 6, 2015 - Cars & Coffee 

 

Welcome to 2shores Sunday "Cars and Coffee". You've probably either heard of it or have been to it. It is the fastest growing classic car meet in the Midwest. Our sixth season, 2014, was awesome, thanks to all of you bringing your rockin' cars out! The gathering is open to classic and collector car enthusiast from all makes and models.  

 

We'd like to invite everybody with a passion for exciting automobiles to come, bring a car and enjoy the meeting.

 

Our emphasis is to share the passion for cars, mingle with like-minded car nuts and enjoy our automobiles. Thank you all for bringing your wonderful cars and supporting the event!

 

We meet at our Showroom on 119 Church Street, Lake Mills, WI 53551.  

Lake Mills is conveniently located right off I-94, just a short 20 minutes East of Madison and about 45 minutes West of Milwaukee.  

 

DIRECTIONS: There is ample parking at and around our showroom. We never know if the weather will co-operate but the meetings take place "rain or shine", so please pay us a visit. If you want to be included on the 2shores Sunday "Cars and coffee" mailers, send us a quick email and we will include you on our list.

 

We meet monthly - on the first Sunday of the month, May through October, from 8am until 11am.
Lake Mills - 119 Church Street  

www.lakemillscarsandcoffee.com

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September 8, 2015 - 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.

 

5:30pm to 8:00pm

 

Cambridge - Cambridge Area Chamber of Commerce, 206 W. Main Street  

608-423-3730

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September 10 through October 25, 2015 - West Side Story
   
One of the most celebrated of all musicals comes to The Fireside stage - Leonard Bernstein's sumptuous, incomparable musical updating of Shakespeare's most romantic play ROMEO AND JULIET - WEST SIDE STORY.  This deeply moving, dramatic, sometimes hilarious, always beautiful musical tale of star-crossed lovers was nominated for six Tony Awards and won a record ten Oscars. It will transport you with its magnificent musical score, its exquisite and exciting dancing, and its heart-warming love story. WEST SIDE STORY is an epic tale of love eternal undiminished by the dangers that surround it. It is a story with a message of hope that rings as clearly today as it ever has.
 
Fort Atkinson - Fireside Dinner Theatre - 1131 Janesville Ave
800-477-9505
www.firesidetheatre.com  
Seven shows weekly Wednesday through Sunday
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September 11-13, 2015 - Customer Appreciation Weekend at Jellystone Park of Fort Atkinson

Everyone here at Jellystone Park™ would like to thank you for visiting us this season and we are going to show it this weekend!  There will be specials in the lodge, the kitchen, as well as in activities.  Discounted prices and many other specials will be offered!  To go along with all the discounts, there will be a movie marathon for all you movie fanatics as well as snacks such as popcorn, nachos, and candy!

 www.jellystonefort.com 
 1-877-232-7386
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September 12, 2015 - 9th Annual Brett Magritz Golf Outing

As a 2001 graduate of Jefferson High School, Brett Magritz stood out in many ways. Brett excelled in sports, was well-respected by his peers, and most of all, had a fun-loving, positive attitude toward life! Please join us for the 9th Annual Brett Magritz Golf Outing as we celebrate his life and memory by supporting a scholarship fund in his name. Our goal is to donate proceeds fromthis year's outing will grant two Jefferson High School students-who embody Brett's legacy-by granting them each a $2,000 scholarship!

1pm - 8pm

Fort Atkinson - Koshkonong Mounds Country Club - W7670 Koshkonong Mounds 920-222-9619
 
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September 12, 2015 - U.S. Navy Band

This 13 piece music group is a wonderful evening of entertainment and tribute to those who served our country in the past and those who currently serve.

The CPA is proud to be offering this concert for the third year in a row as a FREE thank you concert to Jefferson County.

6pm

Jefferson - 700 W. Milwaukee Street
920-674-2179
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September 12, 2015 - Paint the Town Annual Fundraiser

The annual Paint the Town event will be held on Saturday, September 12. 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 an evening of open houses downtown, live and silent auctions, music, food and more.

This event celebrates the renaissance of 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.

6:30pm to Midnight

Lake Mills - Downtown 
920-648-6721
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September 18-20, 2015 - Sports Weekend/Chili Cook-Off at Jellystone Park of Fort Atkinson

Going along with football season, Yogi Bear™ and his friends have a weekend full of sports ready for you!  There will be a punt, pass, kick competition, a bags tournament, as well as time for our new basketball competition!  Our annual chili cook off will be held this weekend as well!  Get your best recipe out of the cupboard, and try to see who has the best chili in all of Jellystone Park™.  Don't worry; there will be a camper's choice category so everyone will get to try some!
1-877-232-7386
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September 18-20, 2015 - Gemuetlichkeit Days

Gemuetlichkeit Days- Held at the Jefferson County Fair Park, Gemuetlichkeit means good times, good fun, good fellowship.  Celebrating 45 years, the theme for 2015 is Hats Off to 45 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 at noon.

The weekend festivities begin at 5pm Friday

Jefferson - Jefferson County Fair Park - 503 North Jackson Avenue  
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September 19, 2015 - Fall Citywide Rummage Sale

Rummage sales throughout the city.

Watertown - Watertown Tourism Council
 920-261-4949
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September 19, 2015 - Rockman Challenge - Watertown

Paddle on the Rock River, bike in Jefferson County, run through the woods.  A military style obstacle course with drill sergeants at the end provides the twist.  Participants may go solo or be part of a team.

Watertown - Watertown Tourism Council
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September 19, 2015 - Cambridge Fun Run & Family Health & Wellness Expo

CAP is hosting the 8th annual Fun Run and Family Health & Wellness Expo on Saturday 9/20 from  10:00 a.m. to 1 pm at downtown West Side Park.  Adults, children, and families are encouraged to participate in either the 1 mile or 5 K Fun Run/Walk.   Afterwards, you can browse the Family Health & Wellness Expo booths providing information on health and wellness service providers available in Cambridge and the surrounding areas.

Gain expert advice from area health and wellness practitioners and services in the fields of chiropractic, dental, recreation, medical, assisted living, spa & salon, massage, and much more. Kids activities will be available throughout the day.

Schedule of events:
10:00am
1 Mile Fun Run starts
10:30am
5 K Fun Run/Walk starts
10:00am - 1:00pm
Face Painting
11:00am - 12:00pm
Jazzercise Class Demo
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Body FIT Class Demo
10am - 1pm

Cambridge - Cambridge Area Chamber of Commerce
Westside Park, 85 S. Pleasant Street  
(608) 423-8108
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September 19, 2015 - Cambridge Fall Fest

Fall in downtown Cambridge is spectacular and offers fun activities for the whole family.   

Enjoy
Cambridge Fall Fest on Saturday 9/19/15 from 10 am to 3 pm in downtown Veteran's Park, 100 E. Main St. with tractor hayrides, scarecrow building, Chain saw artist live demo, live music,  a pie contest and auction benefiting the Cambridge Food Pantry,  bee keeping demo, face painting, and the FFA farm animal petting zoo.  

The Cambridge Community Activities Program will also be conducting its annual
Fun Run and Family Wellness Fair in the morning at downtown West Side Park as well.

Cambridge Fall Fest Saturday, September 19, 10am-3pm Veterans Park, 100 Main  St.
  • Tractor Hayrides by Hinchley's Dairy Farm Tours  
  • Scarecrow Building  10-12:30   Voting 12:30-2:30, winner announced 3 pm
  • CAP Fun Run & Family Wellness Expo @ 10-1:00 (West Side Park)
  • Live Music by:
    • Jeff Onsrud 11-1
    • Beth Kille from 1-3
  • 4H Lego Contest 10-noon. Judging at noon.
  • Chain Saw Artist & Bee keeping live demos
  • FFA Petting Zoo
  • Face Painting
 
10am - 3pm
Cambridge - Cambridge Area Chamber of Commerce
100 E. Main Street (Veteran's Park)
608-423-3780
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September 23, 2015 - FREE Event! World Music Festival!

View videos on our website! Attendance at all shows is not required. Locations and ticket requirements vary.

Experience the diversity of World Music as you never have before. We're bringing you five ensembles from around the world - Afro-Colombian rhythms, Korean music, Moroccan jazz, Neo-Soul, and Cuban mainstream - that are sure to entertain you. And there will be food trucks at 4:00 p.m.!

The lineup includes: 12:30 PM (outdoors) "La Chiva Gantiva;" 4:30pm (outdoors) "[su:m];" 6:00pm (outdoors) "Aziz Sahmaoui/University of Gnawa;" 7:30pm (indoors) "Ester Rada" and "Sierra Maestra."

12:30pm - 9:30pm

Whitewater -  Young Auditorium - 930 West Main Street  
Box Office: 262-472-2222
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September 25-27, 2015 - Halloween Weekend at Jellystone Park of Fort Atkinson

Boo!  Calling all Halloween lovers!  Jellystone Park™ will have all of your fall and Halloween favorites this season.  We will have special fall designs in ceramics, sun-catchers, t-shirts, and crafts!  There will be a pumpkin patch every weekend as well as trick or treating in the campground.  Site decorating is always fun with prizes for all the winners! 

The Rec Rangers will have coloring contests, a candy corn guessing contest, and more fun fall activities planned.  These weekends are some that you don't want to miss!

Fort Atkinson - Jellystone Park
1-877-232-7386
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September 25-27, 2015 - Madison Classics Fall Car Show & Swap Meet

Madison Classics Fall Car Show & Swap meet at the Jefferson County Fair Park.  Need a part for your car or want to buy a car?  This is the place to come!  

Fall is here and so is the 38th Annual Fall Jefferson Swap meet and Car Show on September 25th-27th. The show will be held at the Jefferson County Fairgrounds located at 503 N Jackson Ave, Jefferson, WI 53549 just off Hwy 18 in Jefferson.
The Swap Meet and Car Corral are open all weekend, and the Car Show is now Two Big Days!!! Saturday and Sunday. The spectator gates for the Swap Meet and Car Corral are open Friday 10am-7pm, Saturday 6am-4pm, and Sunday 6am-3pm. The Car Show gate opens at 6am on Saturday & Sunday-please remember the Car Show is first come first served and plenty of space is available. All makes and models and specialty vehicles are invited to participate in the Car Show. Expect to see over 3100 swap spaces full of parts and 100's of cars for sale in the car corral over the weekend.
The featured vehicles at Fall Jefferson 2015 will be all Fords. Look for many hot rods in the Car Show area Saturday & Sunday parked on the blacktop in front of the main building.

Spectator admission for adults is $8 and children under 12 are free. Spectator parking is available for $4, but is limited so please arrive early. No campers will be allowed in the parking field, but camping is available near by. Swap spaces will be available at the gate. Car corral spaces will be available at the Car Corral entrance all weekend. There is an ATM on the grounds as well as concessions. No pets please. For more information, visit us online at www.madisonclassics.com, or call 608-244-8416.

Spectator Hours: Fri 10am-5pm Sat/Sun 6am-4pm

Jefferson - Madison Classics Car Shows
Jefferson County Fairgrounds - 503 N Jackson Avenue
608-244-8416
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September 26, 2015 - Arts and Sparks in the Park

ARTS & SPARKS IN THE PARK is a unique event fusing a live-action Welding Rodeo and traditional Art Fair taking place on September 26, 2015 (rain date Sept. 27) in Ralph Park in Fort Atkinson. At this event, visitors can watch as teams of welders create sculptures from piles of scrap metal and purchase finished artwork at the booths of local artists.

8am - 4:30pm
Fort Atkinson - Ralph Park
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September 26, 2015 - City-Wide Rummage Sale

Shop around the neighborhoods of Fort Atkinson with a map outlining the rummage sales. Save a few dollars, from one house to another, someone may have just what you're looking for!

8:00am - 5:00pm
Fort Atkinson - all around town
(920) 563-3210
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September 27, 2015 - Barktoberfest

Barktoberfest is  a free and fun canine festival and party for you and your dog(s) held Sunday 9/28 at downtown West Side Park. The festival includes vendors, rescue groups, dog demos, a demonstration of lure coursing, costume and trick contests with great prizes, food and more. Join in for a "Howling" good time with fun for humans and their hounds.

The day starts at Westside Park for fun, games and contests. The day ends with Yappy Hour, a raffle and live music for both you and your dog(s).

This event is sponsored by Rover Makeovers Pet Grooming & Photography which each year raises funds for various rescue groups. For more information, contact Julie Anderson at (608) 345-8821 or email [email protected].

Sunday September 27th 11 am to 3 pm 
Cambridge - West Side Park, 85 Pleasant Street

Yappy Hour from 3 pm to 5 pm at a local restaurant.

608-445-0755
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JEFFERSON COUNTY TOURISM COUNCIL CONTACT INFO  

 

President:  Kate Anderson  |  [email protected]  |   920-648-3585
Vice President:  Steven Cline   |   [email protected]
Treasurer:  Janet Werner   |   [email protected]   |   920-674-4511

Secretary:  Katie Otto  |  [email protected]  |  920-648-6721

Newsletter Editor: Katie Otto |  [email protected]  | 920-988-4458  

Official Guide Representative:  Jennifer Erdman   |   [email protected]   |   414-213-4125