Jefferson County Tourism Council
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JUNE 2016
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The Art Loop Trail
Dorothy Carnes Park through October, 2016
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Jefferson County Farmers' Markets
It's Fresh Produce time in Jefferson County!
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Spring, summer and fall in Jefferson County is a reliably tasty time as many of our communities have wonderful Farmers' Markets. Almost any day of the week, you can find fresh produce, prepared foods, live music, crafts and more! Plan your visit to our local Farmers' Markets, and extend your day to shop, dine, and enjoy Jefferson County!
Whitewater - City Market Tuesdays, 3:30pm-7:30pm
Carvath Lakefront Park
May through October Facebook
Lake Mills - Artisan/Farmers' Market Wednesdays, 2pm-6:30pm Commons Park downtown
May through October
Jefferson Farmers' Market Thursdays, 11am-6pm
Preview Day: May 12
Season: June 9 through October 13
Jefferson City Downtown Parking Lot (east of First Merit Bank) FacebookCambridge - Open Air Market Fridays - 2pm-6pm Veteran Park on Main Street June through September (Note: Market stays open until 8:30pm on concert nights - June 10 & 24; July 8 & 15; August 12) FacebookFort Atkinson - Fort Farmers' Market Saturdays, 8am-noon
May through October
Market Square - South Water Street
An extended "Arts Saturday" takes place the last Saturday of each month with even more craft vendors and festivities FacebookWhitewater - Farmers' Market Saturdays, 8am-noon Winchester True Value - 1415 W. Main St April 30 through November 5 Facebook
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Jefferson County Restaurant Review Crew
by Randy Otto and the rest of the hungry review crew
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Salamone's Italian Pizzeria
1245 Madison Ave
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
920-563-9217
www.fortatkinsonpizza.com
Salamone's Italian Pizzeria is a Jefferson County stalwart in the pizza universe. On a recent Wednesday evening, your Pizza Review Crew sat down to check out the long standing institution for a taste of what Jefferson County residents called...
Click here to read the whole review.
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Jefferson County Discounts
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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.
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June Events in Jefferson County (please double-check our website to verify dates and times)
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June 2 through July 17, 2016 - Rockin' at the Fireside
You're invited to The Fireside's greatest rock and roll party of all time! Continuing our wildly popular 11 year tradition we present a new live band show featuring the greatest rock hits from the greatest rock decades - the 50's, 60's and 70's! All your favorite artists will be represented such as The Eagles, Earth, Wind and Fire; Tina Turner; David Bowie; The Beatles; The Beach Boys; The Rolling Stones; Jimi Hendrix, and many more performed by our talented cast of singers and dancers and by The Fireside's LIVE band led by audience favorite Steve Watts! In the past we've presented our band shows in the dead of winter but this year we bring it to you in the summertime. The roads will be clear, the weather will be warm, and the music will be hot!!!
Seven shows weekly Wednesday through Sunday
Fort Atkinson - Fireside Dinner Theatre - 1131 Janesville Ave
Seven shows weekly Wednesday through Sunday
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June 4, 2016 - American Legion Post 166 3rd Annual Fishing Derby
The Fort Atkinson Legion Post 166 would like to invite all of you to the 3rd Annual Fort Atkinson Legion Post 166 Fishing Derby. Please click here to read all about it - we have LOTS of information for you!
5am-4pm Fort Atkinson - Post 166 American Legion Memorial Hall - 201 S. Water Street East Dan Juday: 920-747-0691; Don Krebs: 608-548-4448; TPF Outdoors LLC: 920-397-2658
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June 5, 2016 - Battle at Camrock WORS Bike Race
Wisconsin Off-Road Series Event (WORS) by Capital Off-Road Pathfinders is held at CamRock III. Capital Off-Road Pathfinders has worked for years to build CamRock Park into one of the hidden gems of mountain biking in Wisconsin. CORP is a volunteer organization that builds and maintains the majority of the off-road cycling trails in Dane County. We are working diligently to make the Battle of CamRock a race that you will look forward to every year.
The trail system at CamRock is a blend of wide and fast flowing single-track that runs through open fields of prairie grass, wooded single-track with bermed turns, and more technical single-track with a touch of roots and rocks. The Battle of CamRock course contains some great downhill sections that will have you begging for another lap. From Citizen to Elite, all courses contain fun single-track, numerous feed zones, and finish with a grass double-track climb before sprinting to the finish.
9:30am - 5pm
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June 8 and 22, 2016 - Lake Mills City Band Concert
Stop by Commons Park to enjoy an old fashion City Band experience. Rain site is the City Building.
7pm
Lake Mills - Commons Park downtown
920-648-3585
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June 9, 2016 -Brew with a View
Food and beer - with a view! Korth Park in Lake Mills - 5pm
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June 10 and 24, 2016 - Cambridge Summer Concert Series
The Cambridge Arts Council presents Summer Concert Series 2016 at Veteran's Park Downtown Cambridge, Friday evenings.
- June 10, 2016, The Mad Polecats
- June 24 , 2016 6:30-8:30, Main Street Big Band
- July 8, 2016, Patchouli
- July 15, 2016, To Be Annouced
- August 12, 2016, To Be Annouced
Bring a picnic and make a night of it!
6:30pm - 8pm
Cambridge Area Chamber of Commerce, 100 E. Main Street, Cambridge, WI 53523
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June 11-12, 2016 - Fiber on the Farm
This annual event brings fiber artist from around the county, they bring their latest creation, equipment and know how, the farm offers a pictures surrounding, set among the rolling drumlin of South Eastern Wisconsin, beautiful Silver Creek Farm host Fiber On The Farm!
This festival is for people that like and enjoy natural fibers for spinning, knitting, and crocheting.
There will be demonstrations of all source of fiber preparations, spinning wheel repair, art and craft relating to fiber, vendor booths for yarn and raw material classes and workshop, all relating to fiber and the process. Come join us for fun and activities, classes and a chance to visit the enchanting Alpacas.
The farm offers tours throughout the day, visitors learn about the farm history and the enchanting Alpacas that call Silver Creek their home, is a full day of activities, games, classes, shopping, relaxation and food of course.
9am to 5pm
Watertown - N1897 County Road M
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June 11, 2016 - 2nd Annual Dairy Day at the "Moo"-seum
A Celebration of all things Dairy! The Hoard Historical Museum and the National Dairy Shrine Museum host the 2nd Annual "Dairy Day at the Moo-seum" from 11-2pm on Saturday, June 11. Learn about the dairy industry, both past and present, from the cow to the final products of cheese, yogurt, and milk. Come meet local dairy cows in the back lawn of the Museum. Enjoy family friendly activities for adults and children and barn games.
In addition, the Hoard Historical Museum and the National Dairy Shrine Museum will be open for visitors from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
11am - 2pm Fort Atkinson - 401 Whitewater Avenue
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June 16-19, 2016 - Fort Atkinson Generals Baseball Fest
A Home Talent League tournament spanning 4 days and hosted by the Fort Atkinson Generals Baseball team at Jones Park.
Fort Atkinson - Jones Park
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June 17-19, 2016 - Riverbend Resort - Father's Day Pajama Party Weekend
Father/child contests will be abundant throughout the campground. Come listen to Karoke on Friday night. The River Ratz Bank and the Devilles will be here on Saturday. There will be a glow parade Saturday night as well.
920-261-7505
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June 18, 2016 - Concealed Carry/Basic Handgun Safety Class
This four hour course is designed to instruct shooters of all skill levels on how to safely handle and carry a concealed handgun. We cover many aspects of safely owning and carrying a handgun, including:
- Definitions & types of handguns Loading & unloading Grip & stance
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Selecting ammunition
- Choosing the right holster for your needs
- Methods of carry
- Presentation from a concealed holster
- Cleaning, Maintenance & Care
- Safe storage
- Avoiding confrontation
- De-escalating dangerous situations
- Wisconsin Department of Justice concealed weapons
- license information
- And more
There is no live-fire in this class.
Please bring your valid WI driver's license or state ID.
Due to a limited availability of spots, payment is required at sign-up. To sign-up, please call or stop by the store.
Cash discount price: $60 per student
This is a private, professional conference and will be treated as such. Only those taking the class will be seated.
5-9pm
Fort Atkinson - TPF Outdoors LLC - 102 Sherman Avenue West
920-397-2658
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June 18, 2016 - Fort Atkinson Half Marathon, 5K & Relay
Run through the heart of Fort Atkinson as the route takes runners through the historic city and along our beautiful Glacial River Bike Trail.
This race includes a half marathon, relay race and 5K. Zip past the many cheering community members and race through the finish line, where you'll find music, food, drinks, and fun. Then stick around Jones Park, where you'll find baseball, carnival rides, and more at the Generals Baseball Fest.
7am start
Fort Atkinson - Jones Park - 615 Janesville Ave.
(920) 563-3210
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June 19, 2016 - Introduction to Archery Class
TPF Outdoors LLC of Fort Atkinson will be hosting a free Fathers Day Introduction to Archery class on June 19th at the Paul Weismann Memorial Archery Range in Rock River Park, Fort Atkinson. This class is geared towards those ages 8 to 16 interested in exploring what archery has to offer. All students attending the class must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-resgistration is required, as class size is limited. Please stop by the store to register.
10:30 AM TPF Outdoors LLC
Fort Atkinson - 102 Sherman Avenue West
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June 22, 2016 - Fort Atkinson Summer Charity Concerts
Bring your lawn chair, pack a picnic basket, and enjoy an evening with friends for concerts in the park featuring Trap Saturn.
Held Wednesday evening during the summer at Barrie Park Band Shell, an outdoor music venue for the community, for a total of six concerts all for a charitable cause. Funds raised are donated to Boys & Girls Club of Fort Atkinson and applied to the Fort Atkinson Charity Concert scholarship which supports students who have shown a commitment to their communities.
6pm-9pm
Fort Atkinson - 210 Robert Street
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June 24-25, 2016 - Rock the River
1st Street Parking Lot in downtown Watertown.
A community celebration featuring an outdoor movie on Friday evening, food and beverages.
Music by the river on Saturday evening from 7pm - 11pm.
Watertown - South 1st Street
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June 25-26, 2016 - Town & Country Days
Downtown Commons Park filled with rides and games for all ages! Starting on Thursday night you can enjoy a Legendary Slider while listening to a local band in the Sons of American Legion Beer Tent. Check out www.lakemills.org for band listings.
4pm to 11pm
Lake Mills - Commons Park
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June 25, 2016 - Town & Country Days Parade
Come to Lake Mills and enjoy a 100-plus unit parade. The New Parade Route starts on East Lake Street and CP Ave heading downtown with the Parade route ending at Pine Street.
10:30am
Lake Mills - Downtown
920-648-3585
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June 26, 2016 - Tour Da Goose Bike Ride
The Tour Da Goose bike ride is back again for the 4th year. We will have a family friendly12 mile ride, 22 mile bike ride, a 42 mile route, 62 mile route & the 100 mile century through the beautiful rolling countryside of Jefferson County. The ride is fully supported with rest stops & sag wagons. Afterward, enjoy good food, live music & beer at the Riverside Park.
7am - 6pm
Watertown - 850 Labaree St.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY TOURISM COUNCIL CONTACT INFO
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
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