Jefferson County Tourism Council
FEBRUARY 2016

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

2016 is The Year of the Pizza Reviews!! 

Your Jefferson County Review Crew started 2016 on a high note with our first pizza review - Brickhouse Pizza Pub in Fort Atkinson.

 
"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.  









February Events in Jefferson County
(please double-check our website to verify dates and times)
Through February 21, 2016 - Legends in Concert
    
Imagine seeing not one, not two, but SIX of the biggest acts in show business in one great performance! When we talk about big acts, we mean BIG. We're talking about artists that have gone well beyond the designation of superstar. We're talking about LEGENDS! Carrie Underwood, Neil Diamond, Elton John, Buddy Holly, Whitney Houston, Elvis Presley. Now you can see these great stars re-created live on the Fireside stage! 

Fort Atkinson - Fireside Dinner Theatre - 1131 Janesville Ave
Seven shows weekly Wednesday through Sunday
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February 5-6, 2016 - Knickerbocker Ice Festival

Who is ready for a little winter fun? The annual Knickerbocker Ice Festival in downtown Lake Mills has it all. Trivia Contest, candlelight ski event, ice golfing on Rock Lake, a fisheree, chili contest, skating and family games in Commons Park, ice sculptures throughout the downtown area - it's the perfect recipe for Cabin Fever!

Go to the Lake Mills Main Street Program event page to find out all of the details. Come and participate in the events, or come to watch those who do! 

7pm-10pm Friday, 2/5
6am-6pm Saturday, 2/6

Lake Mills - Lake Mills Main Street Program, 200 Water Street
920-648-6721
 

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February 5, 2016 - Jack & the Beanstalk (Florentine Opera)

Fee-fi-fo-fum! It's the opera you can enjoy in your PJs! Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas and snuggle in for a fairytale of operatic proportions. Jack and the Beanstalk tells the classic tale of a young boy who sells the family cow to a mysterious stranger for a handful of magic beans. Presented by the Florentine Opera Company, hilarity and adventure ensue as the cast learns the importance of being kind to others.

Adapted and written by John Davies, this operatic version is based on scenes from the operettas of Gilbert and Sullivan. The opera is sung in English. The show is set to last about an hour, and seating is right on the auditorium stage. Children will have the opportunity ask the performers questions after the show and tour the set. The Florentine Opera Company is Wisconsin's oldest fully professional performing arts organization and the sixth oldest opera company in the United States.
6:30 p.m.

Whitewater - 930 W Main Street
262-472-2222
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February 6, 2016 - Candlelight Hike through the Woods

Saturday, February 6, 2016 at Brandt Quirk Park - Watertown
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Maps available for 1.5 and 2 mile hikes.
Stargazing is midway through the hike, Smartphone app "Starmap" is suggested for use.
6pm - 8pm

Watertown - 800 Carriage Hill Dr.
920-262-8080
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February 6, 2016 - Mini-Winter Farmers' Market

A variety of market vendors provide shoppers with local meats, greens, honey, bread, cheese, baked goods, jewelry, knit items and more.

9am-12pm

Fort Atkinson - Fort Atkinson Club - 211 S. Water Street East 
www.fortchamber.com
920-563-3210


NOTE: The Mini-Winter Farmer's Market will repeat on March 5 and April 9!
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February 6, 2016 - Fort Healthy Health & Wellness Expo

Get pumped! Community Wellness coalition Fort Healthy is holding its 2nd Annual Health and Wellness Expo on Saturday, February 6th from 10am-2pm at the Fort Atkinson High School. Join them for food, fun and education from local businesses. Free and open to the public.

10am-2pm

Fort Atkinson - Fort Atkinson High School - 925 Lexington Blvd

Contact information: 
Fort Healthcare - 611 Sherman Avenue East 
920-568-5000
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February 6, 2016 - Fort Atkinson Drift Skipper Snowmobile Radar Run

Watch or join in on the excitement at the Fort Atkinson Drift Skipper Snowmobile Radar Runs along frozen Lake Koshkonong. Trophies for first and second place, fastest speed of the day, and cash raffles!

Registration starts at 9am.
Run is from 10:30am-2:30pm

Fort Atkinson - Sunset Bar - W7905 High Ridge Road 
920-563-5702


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February 9, 2016 - Ragtime

This 13 time TonyŽ award-nominated musical is a timeless celebration of life, based on a true story by E.L. Doctorow published in 1975. Ragtime returns to the stage in a striking, all-new touring Broadway production from the producing team that most recently brought the nation The Color Purple and Spamalot.

The stories of an upper-class wife, a determined Jewish immigrant, and a daring young Harlem musician unfold. Set in turn-of-the-century New York, all three are united by their desire and belief in a brighter tomorrow. Their compelling stories are set to a rich and glorious TonyŽ award-winning score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens.
7:00 p.m.

Whitewater - Young Auditorium - UW Whitewater - 930 W Main Street
www.youngauditorium.com  
262-472-2222
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February 11, 2016 - Classical Kid's Concert
Maranatha Baptist University will present its 12th Annual Classical Kids Concert at Calvary Baptist Church in Watertown.

Concert begins at 1pm.

Maranatha's Symphony Orchestra will perform a concert entitled "Around the World in Less Than Sixty Minutes" under the direction of former Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra violist, Lewis Rosove. It is designed for students in K-4 through 8th grade, although all ages are welcome to attend.

The concert will include pieces such as Bela Bartok's Romanian Fold Dances; Dance of the Tumblers from the Snow Maiden, by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov; and Hatikvah, a traditional Hebrew melody arranged by John Williams.

Admission is $3 for sudents and adults. Teachers, sponsors, and children ages three and under may attend for free. To register, Call Maranatha's Music Department at 920-206-4047 or email finearts@mbu.edu.

Watertown - Calvary Baptist Church - 792 Milford Street 
920-206-4047
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February 13, 2016 - Dip for Dozer Plunge into Lake Ripley

The Dip for Dozer is one of Cambridge's most loved and fun event.  Take a dip into frozen Lake Ripley in the middle of winter for a great cause!  Dress up in your favorite themed costume and jump with friends. The day starts with turkey bowling, Kites on Ice & Ice Sculpting at 11 am, then the Dipping & Dipper Costume Contest at 1 pm.  Dip Awards, Raffles, Food & Music at Rockdale Bar & Grill at 4 pm in downtown Rockdale.  This event is always held the second Saturday in February.

Dozens of Dippers jump in the lake to raise funds and have fun in this annual Cambridge tradition.Dip registration and events begin at 11 am. Dipping starts promptly at 1pm. Events on the ice include:
  • Ice Sculpting
  • Turkey Bowling
  • Kites on Ice
  • Costume Contests
  • Hot Food and more!
Raffles begin at 3pm at Rockdale Bar & Grill, along with prizes for the most Dip pledges raised and the Dip costume contest. Live music starts at 7pm.
Additional information and resources:
Minimum pledges are requested in order to Dip: $52.00 for individuals, $352.00 for teams (maximum of 4 people). Team pledges must be turned in collectively by team captain. Make checks payable to DOZER 52 FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP FUND. Proceeds from the Dip for Dozer benefit The Dozer 52 Football Scholarship Fund, a non-profit fund of the Cambridge Athletic Booster Club for the purpose of providing post-secondary scholarships to Cambridge High School Football players. Please direct questions to Jana Evans at 608-423-3241 or 608-423-2013.

Download registration forms, etc. on the Dip for Dozer website. 
Cambridge - Lake Ripley Park - N4310 Park Road 
www.dipfordozer.com      
608-423-3241
 
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February 13, 2016 - 3rd Annual GHA Winter Fair
  • 1:00 pm - Mounds of Garman Nature Preserve by Robert Birmingham, former WI State Archaeologist, Executive Director of the Friends of Aztalan
  • 1:30 pm - Invasive Plants Removal: Encouraging Biodiversity at Garman and at Home by Kevin Wiesmann, Jefferson County Parks Operations Supervisor.  Including invasive plants display & materials by Jeanne Scherer, DNR
  • 2:00 pm - Garman Nature Preserve Hike: Local Mounds, History & Invasive Plants led by educator Joni Crave, Kevin Wiesmann & Robert Birmingham
  • 3:00 pm - Bat House Workshop by Portland Boosters 4-H
  • 1 to 4 pm - Local Stream Monitoring Display by Rock River Coalition volunteers Sue & Bob Volenec
    Invasive Plants Display by Jeanne Scherer, DNR
    Homemade treats and beverages from Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese & Friends of GHA
Locally-Focused Environmental Education
Free, Family Friendly

Donations welcome in support of future Friends programming and stewardship projects in GHA parks, trails and wildlife areas.

1-4pm

Waterloo - Waterloo Regional Trailhead Facility - 760 McKay Way
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February 13, 2016 - Whitewater Special Olympics

You'll be "freezin' for a reason" when you participate in the Whitewater Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Wisconsin!. Donations support more than 10,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities in the state of Wisconsin. Participants raise a minimum of $75 to plunge on event day and the more you raise, the better your prizes! Register today to join the fun!
10am-2pm

Whitewater - 341 S. Fremonth St.
262-598-9507
 
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February 13, 2016 - Jefferson County Board of Realtors Presents the 13th Annual Nine-Pin Scotch Doubles Bowling Fundraiser

Jefferson County Board of Realtors Presents the 18th Annual Nine-Pin Scotch Doubles
Bowling Fundraiser

Raffles and Prizes (Proceeds to Benefit Rainbow Hospice)
Texas Hold'Em
Bowling Check-In: 12:00pm
Start Time: 1:00pm
$25.00 Entry Fee per Couple

OR
Poker Registration 11:00am
Tournaments Start at 11:00am
$20.00 for startup chips

Bowling Contact: Cindy Staude 920-563-2657
Poker Contact:  Rick 920-222-4444

Text or Call to register.

If you would like to donate silent raffle or door prizes please contact Denise Sponem at 920-728-1377

11am

Fort Atkinson - Rock River Lanes - 1010 Larson Rd.
920-563-2657, 920-222-4444
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February 20, 2016 - Haumerson's Pond Ski & Hike

Enjoy skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, skating, sledding, curling, and fat tire biking at Haumerson's Pond and surrounding candlelit trails. This community event is for all ages!

6-10pm

Fort Atkinson - Haumerson's Pond - Bark River Park - South Fourth Street East
http://friendsofhaumersonspond.com
920-563-3210
 
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February 20, 2016 - Ice Bowling at Riverbend Resort

Five person teams
$50 Entry fee
Sign up at 10:30am - Bowling starts at 12:00pm
 
10:30am
Watertown/Milford - Riverbend Resort - Riverbend RV Resort - W6940 Rubidell Rd.  
920-261-7505
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February 27, 2016 - Cambridge Arts Council Gala

On Saturday February 27th., The Cambridge Arts Council presents their 4th annual festive night out, in celebration of the arts. Come meet and mingle with  our local artists, enjoy live music, appetizers and wine at Cambridge Winery .

Doors Open: 7:00pm
Live Auction: 9:00pm

1pm - 10pm  

Cambridge - Cambridge Area Chamber of Commerce - 700 Kenseth Way  
(608)423-3780
 
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JEFFERSON COUNTY TOURISM COUNCIL CONTACT INFO  

 

President:  Kate Anderson  |  president@enjoyjeffersoncounty.com  |   920-648-3585
Vice President:  Steven Cline   |   vp@enjoyjeffersoncounty.com
Treasurer:  Janet Werner   |   treasurer@enjoyjeffersoncounty.com   |   920-674-4511

Secretary:  Katie Otto  |  secretary@enjoyjeffersoncounty.com  |  920-648-6721

Newsletter Editor: Katie Otto |  newsletter@enjoyjeffersoncounty.com  | 920-988-4458  

Official Guide Representative:  Jennifer Erdman   |   sales@enjoyjeffersoncounty.com   |   414-213-4125