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January          
9   10:00 am   Book Club Discussion, "The Lacuna", by Barbara Kingsolver Pine River Market & Cafe, 196 W. Court St. Acclaimed Historical Fiction of one man’s personal journey from houseboy to renowned writer in the mid1900’s 608-647-7299

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Early Learning Play Day Screening

Lincoln Elementary School, 678 S Park St

For all children who will be 4 or 5 years of age on or before September 1, 2010.  It is also for any children who will be 3 years of age on or before September 1, 2010 if there is a concern regarding your child’s development.

By appointment only.  Contact:  Richland School District Elementary Office @ 647-4899

24   11 am - Vendor booths

2 pm - Style Show

  The Wedding Show Richland Center High School, 1996 US Hwy 14 W
- Vendor booths in East Commons
- Style Show at the HS Auditorium off the West Commons.
WRCO Radio hosts their 17th Annual Wedding Show. Admission to the event is free and open to everyone. Call 608-647-2111 or visit www.wrco.com for information.
February          
5   6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Stellanuovas - Vintage String Jazz Trio "Cafe Jazz". 608-647-7358
5   4-8 pm   Haitian Relief Fish Fry St. John's Lutheran Church, 479 S. Park St. Proceeds will fund relief efforts in Haiti. Dinner $9, Free will donation Dinner includes deep fried and baked cod, cole slaw, potato salad, frozen custard, and drink.  Carry-outs available.
12   1:00 PM DAR Meeting & President's Day Party Brewer Library Upper Level, 325 N. Central  Business meeting and Party 608-647-4907
18   1-6 pm Richland Hospital Blood Drive Richland Hospital - Pippin Conf Room - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
20   7 pm   2nd Annual Talent Showcase City Auditorium, 182 N Central Ave. Produced by the Richland county Veteran's Memorial building Committee with support from Community Players of Southwest Wisconsin. Featuring local and regional talent. Emceed by Ron Fruit. Grand Finale will be a salute to the Armed Forces by all of the evening's performers. Adults $8 ($10 at the door) Children $4 ($5 at the door). Tickets available in advance at Auditorium Antiques, Ed's Family Foods, Ocooch Bookstore, and Burnstad's.
20   6-9 pm - Casino

9pm- 2am - DJ

  Gotta Unite to Survive - Gambling for GUTS Casino Night The Phoenix Center, 100 S. Orange St. Casino games, silent auction and Chinese raffles. Buy in is $10 for $500 in GUTS money. Benefits Richland Community Free Clinic for gastrointestinal treatment and the CCFA Take Steps to be Heard Walk in Madison, Saturday May 22.

Support the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA).

21   12:30 -3:00 pm OMHS Soup and Sandwich Spectacular Community Center, 600 W. Seminary Street Homemade soups & fresh baked bread - Italian Beef Sandwiches. Sponsor: Ocooch Mountain Humane Society, Inc. 608-475-0313 or 608-647-8487 - wittbecky@hotmail.com  crberres@yahoo.com  
21   2:00 PM   Wingra Woodwind Quintet Concert Richland Center Auditorium, 182 N. Central Ave.  Richland Concert Association is honored to bring this classical quintet concert to our community. Adults $15, Students $5, Season tickets available.  608-549-2014
               
March            
March TBA       Passages Annual Mystery Radio Show on WRCO WRCO Radio Old Time Radio - Audiance pledges to Passages.  608-647-8755   business@mwt.net  
5   6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Caravan - Gypsy Swing Ensemble, Acoustic Swing & Jazz, Latin & Parisian Waltz - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
12   8:30 am to 1:30 pm O'Delicious Bake Sale Richland County Bank, 195 W. Court St. Marvelous Baked goods, ethnic specialties, preserves, fresh spinach! - Ocooch Mtn Humane Soc 608-647-3461
25 & 26     Richland Hospital Books are Fun Richland Hospital - Lower Level Lobby- 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
27   7 pm Best of the Big top Chautauqua RCHS Auditorium Tickets - $15, general seating. 2nd year - different show - original music, stories and images. NHS of Richland County and partnering sponsors. 608-647-4949 www.nshrcwi.org.
28   2:00 PM Carroll University Vocal Collective Town & Country Presbyterian Church, 345 S. Cairns Ave. Richland Concert Association is honored to bring this classical music vocal concert to our community. Adults $15, Students $5, Season tickets available.  608-549-2014
31     Richland Hospital Spring Fling Richland Hospital - Lower Level Lobby- 333 E 2nd St. Tulips & Cheese Cakes - Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
               
April          
1     Richland Hospital Spring Fling Richland Hospital - Lower Level Lobby- 333 E 2nd St. Tulips & Cheese Cakes - Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
2   6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Stillhouse Trio - Cover Charge benefits Kinship Mentoring - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
9   7:30 pm   The Illusion Show with Tristan Crist City Auditorium, 182 N. Central Incredible evening of magic and comedy featuring the Midwest's premiere illusionist. For tickets & information: www.bestillusionshow.com
14   1:00 PM DAR Senior Good Citizen Tea Brewer Library Colonial Room, 325 N. Central Ceremony honoring ten Senior Good Citizens of 2009-2010 from 10 area high schools. 608-647-4907
17   9 am to noon   Toddler Tech Richland Hospital, 333 E Second St.  Event for Kids ages 0-5 608-647-6321 x 2474     www.richlandhospital.com
17   7:30 pm   In Acting Shakespeare, A one-man show starring Jim DeVita Richland Center City Auditorium, 182 N. Central Presented by RCPAC as a fundraiser for the City Auditorium.

608.649.3456 or 608.604.3801

18   2:00 PM Madison Area Concert Handbells Town & Country Presbyterian Church, 345 S. Cairns Ave. Richland Concert Association is honored to bring the Handbell concert to our community. Adults $15, Students $5, Season tickets available.  608-549-2014
23   6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Celia Farran - Celtic Stories & Songs - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
24   6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music - Special Show Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Mike Dowling & Randy Sabien - Greatest Guitarist & Violinist. Italian Dinner. 608-647-7358
28     Richland Hospital Salad Luncheon Richland Hospital - Pippin Conf Room - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
28     Richland Hospital Nutman Sale Richland Hospital - Lower Level - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
28   9 am to 3 pm Senior Expo 1450 Veterans Dr. Senior Expo, ages 50+, exhibits, seminars, band, dancing, bingo, prizes, etc.  608-647-2911  jpeterson@wcinet.com
May          
May 1 to Oct 16     Farmer's Market Sat - 7:00 am - noon at Courthouse Square , Wed - 3 to 6:00 pm at Krouskop Park Locally grown fresh fruits & vegetables, baked goods, jams, jellies, honey, eggs, bedding plants, flowers, hanging baskets & more. Jennifer 608-604-6068, Melissa 608-583-7212, centuryoaksfarm@wildblue.net    www.richlandareafarmersmarket.com/
1       City Wide Garage Sale   Locations will be published in the Shopping News. 608-647-6205
1   1 pm - 3 pm The Art of Celebration: Finding the Playful, Joyful You Community Center, 600 W. Seminary Street Skits, music, awards for reaching goals, games, conversation, laughter, celebration of May -Mental Health Awareness Month.  Free Will donation 608-647-4191
1   6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. May Day Music jFestival - Music in City Auditorium and Blue Highways - All day and evening - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
www.rebuildthedream.org for events
2     Howl and Meow Community Center, 600 West Seminary Dog walk, educational speaker, quarter raffle, Chicago dogs, homemade pie! Ocooch Mtn Humane Soc  608-647-3461  cheide@mwt.net
5     Richland Hospital Geranium & Hanging Baskets Richland Hospital - Lower Level Lobby - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
6   11-4 pm Richland Hospital Blood Drive Richland Hospital - Pippin Conf Room - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
7   6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Harmonious Wail, Gypsy Swing - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
 9-14   Varies National Nursing Home Week Pine Valley Healthcare, 25951 Circle View Dr.  Special events through the week, token hunt, cake & ice cream social on the 9th.  608-647-2138 x 255
15   8 am to noon Women's Health Fair 333 E Second St., Richland Hospital "Celebrating Women, Celebrating Life" - for women of all ages 608-647-6321 x 2626   http://www.richlandhospital.com/
15   7 am until sold out Garden Club Perennial Plant Sale Community Center, 600 W. Seminary Street Perennial plants on sale from members' gardens as well as house plants and some annuals and vegetable plants.  608-647-2075
23   8:00 PM Richland Center Baccalaureate Ceremony 1996 Hwy 14 W Baccalaureate Ceremony for graduating seniors.  608-647-6106
29-30   10 am - 5 pm   Chocolate & Wine Trail Weggy Winery, 30940 Oak Ridge Dr.  Sample wine paired with chocolate.  Also available for purchase… decadent chocolate and a glass of wine.  608-647-6600   marlys@weggywinery.com   http://www.weggywinery.com/
30   2:00 PM Richland Center High School Graduation 1996 Hwy 14 W Graduation for Richland Center's Class of 2009 608-647-6106
31   11 am to noon   Water Memorial Service American Legion Flag Park, 900 Flag Park Dr. Auxiliary of Grand Army of the Republic, since 1888, honors all Veterans.  608-647-3897
June          
June - September   1-4 pm Akey School Museum Co Hwy TB, 2.5 mi East of Twin Bluffs.  Fully restored and equipped one-room school house.  608-647-4860
June - October   11 am & 2 pm   Tram tours at Weggy Winery Weggy Winery, 30940 Oak Ridge Dr.  Make reservations for a tour of the vineyard. Up to 24 in a group, $8.50 per person, kids 10 & under free 608-647-6600   marlys@weggywinery.com   http://www.weggywinery.com/
4   6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Getaway Drivers, hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
 4-6       Country in the Country Bear Valley Park, 9 miles north of Lone Rock on Highway 130. Country Music concert with 25-30 bands, food, raffles, camping avail. 608-647-6655
 5-12       National Neighbor Works Week   A number of events held during the week to celebrate home ownership.  Open House, Homebuyer Education Seminar 608-647-4949, x 303   www.nhsrcwi.org  
12   Registration at 12 noon   Passages Golf Outing Viroqua Hills Golf Course Golf Scramble - register at noon, shotgun start at 1 pm.  Buffet at 5:30 with awards & raffles. "Hole-in-one" cash prize of $10,000. 608-647-8775   business@mwt.net
13   7 am - 1 pm Richland County Dairy Breakfast - 30th Year 16780 CTH I Breakfast on the farm by local family families.  Pancakes, sausage, cheese, yogurt, cheese curds & more.  608-585-3362    bubbles@mwt.net    http://www.hybridredneck.com/
 18-20     Wisconsin High School Rodeo State Finals Fairgrounds, 23630 County Rd. AA.  Annual High School State Finals, kids compete in 13 events to qualify for Nationals in July. 608-604-3879    http://www.cowboycalendar.com/wihsra/
19   June Dairy Days/Rodeo Parade Downtown Rodeo Horses, wagon train, and more. 608-647-6205
21     Richland Hospital Nutman Sale Richland Hospital - Lower Level Lobby - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
 24-26   16th Annual Star Spangled Celebration Krouskop Park 3-day outdoor country & western music festival, featuring top name Nashville artists. 608-647-5155    http://www.starspangled.com/
27   Family Picnic at Pine Valley Health Care 25951 Circle View Dr.  Chicken BBQ - community invited 608-647-2138 x 255
July          
2 6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Krouskop Park Byrd & Bob, Picnic in the Park - Killian Meyer Bldg (bring chairs) - old fashion strawberry shortcake - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
3   Independence Day Celebration Krouskop Park Fireworks at dark, by City of Richland Center. 608-647-6205
4   Lone Rock 4th of July Celebration Fireman's Park Parade - 11 am, followed by Chicken BBQ at Fireman's Park & Fire Station. Fireworks at Dark. Ballgames, music & more. 608-583-3555
7   10-3 pm Richland Hospital Blood Drive Richland Hospital - Pippin Conf Room - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
 10-11 10 am - 5 pm   Wine-A -Rita Celebration Weggy Winery, 30940 Oak Ridge Dr.  Sample a "Frozen Wine-A-Rita" drink! You won't ask for a "Margarita" anymore! 608-647-6600  Marlys@weggywinery.com    http://www.weggywinery.com/
24   Rummage Romp for Pets Community Center, 600 W Seminary St Colossal Sale! Vintage & modern, clean. For animals in need. Ocooch Mtn Humane Society  608-647-3461    cheide@mwt.net
18 11 am to 4 pm   Richland Garden Tour Begin at Krouskop Park Tour private gardens in Richland Center and surrounding communities.  Free-will donation to Passages.  608-647-2075
24 8 am - 3 pm Jones 7th Annual Classic Concepts Car Show Jones Chev Buick Pontiac Cadillac, 2035 Hwy 14 E Classic Vehicle Car Show with proceeds going to GRACE 608-647-3788   joneschev@mwt.net    
 23-24   Churning Dirt Nationals Truck/Tractor Pull Fairgrounds, 23630 County Rd. AA.  Truck & Tractor Pull, live music, Monster Truck, free-style dirt bikes. 608-604-5068   http://www.churningdirt.com/
 31-Aug 1 10 am - 5 pm   Sangria Days Weggy Winery, 30940 Oak Ridge Dr.  Sample Weggy Wine with fresh fruit - makes a refreshing Sangria, also available for purchase by the glass. 608-647-6600  Marlys@weggywinery.com    http://www.weggywinery.com/
August          
 6-7 8 am-4 pm Midwest Scroll Saw Trade Show RCHS - 1996 US Hwy 14 W Woodworkers from all over the Country come to display their work and meet with vendors.  608-647-2591   http://www.midwesttradeshow.com/
6 6:30-10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Yid Vicious - Traditional Yiddish Dance Music Decade-old Kelzmer Band - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
 13-14 6 pm to 10 am Walk With GRACE Krouskop Park Fundraiser for local Cancer patients, local medical community, education/prevention & research. 608-647-3039   http://www.walkwithgrace.com/
19 4:30 pm - 7 pm Annual Summer Social St John's Lutheran Church, 479 S. Park St.  Wonderful food - fun & fellowship - $6 adults, $3 children 10 & under. 608-647-4466   stjohnlc@charterinternet.com
September          
2   1-6 pm Richland Hospital Blood Drive Richland Hospital - Pippin Conf Room - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
3 6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Lee & Frank, Acoustic Remedy with Special Guest Jeremy Goodman - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
 4-5 10 am - 5 pm Apple Harvest Days Weggy Winery, 30940 Oak Ridge Dr.  Early apples and pears are available for sampling and purchase. 608-647-6600  Marlys@weggywinery.com    http://www.weggywinery.com/
8 & 9     Richland Hospital Autumn Blooms Sale Richland Hospital - Lower Level - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
 8-12 Varies Richland County Fair Fairgrounds, 23630 County Rd. AA.  148th Annual Richland County Fair - entertainment, games, rides, exhibits, food, music, horse racing, truck & tractor pulls, and commercial vendors - $12 for adult season pass, $5 adults, $3 youth, under 6 free. 608-647-6859    www.richlandchamber.com/Fair.htm
17     Richland Hospital Bake Sale Richland County Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
17 6 pm - 9:30 pm   Passages 30th Anniversary Celebration White House Country Kitchen Commemorating 30 years of service to the community with an evening of food & entertainment.  608-647-8775  business@mwt.net
18 10 am to 9 pm Latin Days Richland Center Fellowship, 26700 Fellowship Ln Latin food, music, soccer tournament, kids activities, & awards banquet.  608-647-7226   http://www.rcffellowship.org/
 24-25   80th Viola Horse and Colt Show Main Street Horse show & pulls; truck & tractor pulls; carnival rides & food; huge raffle, music & more. Fri evening, all day Sat 608-627-1911   http://www.horseandcoltshow.com/
29     Richland Hospital Nutman Sale Richland Hospital - Lower Level Lobby - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
             
October          
1 6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Frogwater - Acoustic Guitar Fiddle, Celtic & Traditional - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
 1-3   Center Color Fiesta Downtown and more Annual  fall color celebration.  Entertainment, Pig roast,  parade, food and fun.  608-647-6205   www.richlandchamber.com/CCF.htm
2   Family Fun on the Courthouse Lawn Courthouse lawn Arts & Crafts, kids games, face painting, bounce house, food stands, bake sale, Showcase stage, music, cupcake walk, drama groups, & more.  Jennifer 608-604-6068, Melissa 608-583-7212, centuryoaksfarm@wildblue.net     www.richlandareafarmersmarket.com/
 1-3     Fall city-wide rummage sales Throughout Town Shopping News publishes map and locations. 
 
608-647-2911
2   Canyon of Lights illuminated parade Downtown Illuminated parade after dark, floats, marching units and decorated homes.  608-647-6205   www.richlandchamber.com/CCF.htm  
 2-3   Wheels of Time by Hill Country Classic Power Club Sheafor farm, on County Rd. AA, norht past fairgrounds Antique trucks, farm equipment, cars, gas engines. 608-647-3836
2 9 am to noon Park Hotel Senior Citizen Apartment Open House 213 S. Central Ave.  Open House - Historical building turned into apartments in 1988. Apt tours, refreshments, etc.  608-647-6676   http://www.nhsrcwi.org/
2 10 am - 5 pm   Rockin' Grape Stomp Weggy Winery, 30940 Oak Ridge Dr.  Grape Stomp competition, live music, food, wine, beer & fun. $6 ea 608-647-6600  Marlys@weggywinery.com    http://www.weggywinery.com/
23   7 am - 3 pm Richland Hospital Rummage Sale Community Center, 600 W. Seminary St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
26 & 27     Richland Hospital Books are Fun Richland Hospital - Lower Level Lobby- 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
31 1:30 to 3 pm Safe Trick or Treat Pine Valley Healthcare, 25951 Circle View Dr.  An afternoon of safe trick or treating with 25 booths. 608-647-2138 x 255
31 5 pm to 7:30 pm Trick or Treat Night Richland Center City-wide "Trick or Treat"  608-647-2103
November          
4   1-6 pm Richland Hospital Blood Drive Richland Hospital - Pippin Conf Room - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
5 6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Mike Dowling & Randy Sabien, Greatest Guitarist and Violinist - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
6   Paws for the Holidays Community Center, 600 W. Seminary Street Bake sale, ethnic specialties, holiday shopping, pet portraits - Ocooch Mtn Humane Soc 608-647-3461  cheide@mwt.net
12 1:00 PM DAR Meeting  Brewer Library DAR Room, 325 N. Central Ave.  DAR Meeting 608-647-4907
20   Annual Jaycees Arts & Crafts Fair Middle School, Richland Center Highway 80 South.  Over 100 booths of original Christmas crafts and artwork. 608-647-5501
25 11 am to 2 pm Annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner St John's Lutheran Church, 479 S. Park St.  Annual church community Thanksgiving Dinner, free to all in the community.  608-647-3000   stjohnlc@charterinternet.com
 Nov 26-Dec 24 10 am - 4 pm Weekends   Create your own Christmas Gift Basket Weggy Winery, 30940 Oak Ridge Dr.  Enjoy homemade cookies while you make a wine gift basket.  608-647-6600  Marlys@weggywinery.com    http://www.weggywinery.com/
December          
2 & 3     Richland Hospital Poinsettia Sale Richland Hospital - Lower Level Lobby - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
3 6:30 - 10 pm   Treasures Music Blue Highways, 165 N. Central Ave. Jambeau with Lina, Folk - Jazz - Blues - Christmas fun - hottest Friday night spot in RC 608-647-7358
10     Richland Hospital Bake Sale Richland Hospital - 333 E 2nd St. & Richland County Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
12 2:00 PM Pine Valley Memorial Service 25951 Circle View Dr.  Brief church service recognizing residents who passed away during the year. 608-647-2138 x 255
30   1-6 pm Richland Hospital Blood Drive Richland Hospital - Pippin Conf Room - 333 E 2nd St. Richland Hospital Partners 608-647-6321 ext 2474 Deanna
             

 

 

Event dates/times listed in this calendar are subject to change.

Call to confirm at the number listed for the event or the Chamber office - (608) 647-6205

E-mail: info@richlandchamber.com

 

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Richland Center, WI  53581

Phone: (608) 647-6205
Email: info@richlandchamber.com

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Richland Center, WI  53581

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