Community Calendar
If you are a non-profit group and have an upcoming event you would like announced on our Community Calendar, email Shelby@wrjc.com.
We update this page often! Come back soon to see what’s new and to keep up with events in your Community! If you know of something you are interested in that is not listed, please email Shelby@wrjc.com. Thanks!
Recurring events are listed at the bottom on the page.
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For Halloween activities, see our Halloween Page!
Volunteers Needed for the Market Special Event
Spooktacular People Wanted
Where: The Market, Riverside Park, Mauston, WI
When: Saturday, October 26th, 2024 | 10am – 2pm
What: Spooktacular Halloween Festivities at The Market
Halloween is just around the corner, and The Market is brewing up something special to end their year season. They are encouraging our community to join in a family-friendly Halloween Festival on the last day of The Market.
Volunteers Wanted:
Ghostly Gamers – host a family-friendly game for younger kids and minute-to-win-it for kids at heart. Enchanting Entertainment – DJ and “Beetlejuice” will be there, we welcome additional entertainers.
Trunk or Treat Hosts- Decorate your trunk or tailgate and hand out treats.
Boo Crew – help with decorating the park.
Sign up at on The Market’s Website
Know Your Voting Rights
Courtesy ADRC Newsletter
Medicare Open Enrollment – October 15 thru December 7
Make Your Plan to Vote Now
Go to the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition website for all the information and help getting your vote counted! Even if you are not disabled, there is really good registration and voting information as well as voting resources on this site!
Make Your Plan to Vote Fact Sheet 2024
Fall Activities – October
Haunted Hay Rides 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Mauston, Red Ridge Ranch
Haunted Hay Rides are back at Red Ridge Ranch! Every Friday and Saturday in October, 7 PM-10 PM. $25 per person. Come and see what all the screaming is about if you dare!
Halloween Daytime Activities 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Mauston, Red Ridge Ranch
Come have a haunting good time! Family-friendly Halloween activities are held daily from 10 AM to 5 PM! Pumpkin Painting, Hay Maze, Inflatable Moonwalk, Petting Zoo, Tractor Drawn Hayrides, Yard Games and More! $20 per person
Adams-Friendship Fine Arts Center Events
Diabetes Education – October 21 and 22
Join Mile Bluff’s Diabetes Education Team for Expert Advice and Resources
Did you know that 1 in 10 adults worldwide has diabetes? Whether you or someone you love is affected by diabetes, understanding the risks and taking steps for prevention, early detection, and treatment can make all the difference.
Mile Bluff’s Diabetes Education Team will be hosting information tables to help answer your questions and provide tips for managing and preventing diabetes. Don’t miss this opportunity to speak with the team and get valuable resources to help manage diabetes more effectively.
They will be set up in front of the following businesses located in Mauston.
Dollar Tree, located at 754 N. Union Street on:
Monday, October 21, from 10:30 am to 12:30
Walgreens, located at 403 Gateway Avenue on:
Tuesday, October 22, from 10:30 am to 12:30
For more information, call 608-847-1848.
To see more events like this, check out the upcoming events page at milebluff.com.
Men Shed Events – October 22
Education Program – October 22
Education Program – American Association of University Women (AAUW) Tomah (WI) Branch
October 22 | 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Senior Center, 1002 Superior Ave., Tomah
Join AAUW for the next meeting of the 2024-25 Program year, entitled “Crisis of Hate, Call For Response.” Officer Gomez, a Community Resource Officer from Tomah, will also present information. This program is open to the public to attend.
Cardinal Community Connection – October 23
Local Food Pop-up Event – October 23
Vaccination Clinic – October 23
Blood Drive – October 23 & 24
You can help someone in need. Make a blood donation during the Blood Drive on October 23rd or 24th. To reserve your spot, call the Blood Center of Wisconsin at 1-877-232-4376 or visit here and look for Mile Bluff Medical Center in the mobile drives. Walk-ins are welcome, but walk-ins will be asked to book a donation time based on appointment availability.
ADRC Bus Trip – October 24
Medicare Open Enrollment – October 15 thru December 7
Halloween Party – October 25
Wilton Public Library 6:30 to 8:30PM
There will be ice cream from Twin Peaks, Music from DJ JRod, the Legion is providing caramel apples and another treat to take home. There will be games, crafts, and refreshments! If you want to help, contact Kelly Lupton, Wilton Public Library – Director, 608-435-6710.
Woodsmen Hockey – October 25 & 26
Hockey Games – Wisconsin Woodsmen
October 25 & 26 | 7:15 pm | Ice Center | 1625 Butts Ave., Tomah
Come cheer on the Wisconsin Woodsmen Hockey Team against the Rochester Grizzles! Doors open at 6:30 pm; grab $3 pre-game beers until the ice is ready post warmup; the puck will drop at 7:15 pm. Tickets can be purchased at woodsmenhockey.com.
Drug Take-back Day – October 26
Drug Take Back Day – Monroe County Health Department
October 26 | 10 am – 1 pm | Mayo Clinic Health System | 310 W. Main St., Sparta
Safe disposal saves lives! Turn in your unused or expired medications during this event. If you can’t make the event, many permanent drug drop boxes are available year-round and can be found HERE. To learn more about safe medication disposal and all available options, view HERE.
The Market’s Fall Event – October 26
On October 26th from 10-2, The Market, Mauston’s farmers’ market, will host our final event for the season, a Halloween/Fall festival at Riverside Park.
This year, we’d love to see not only our vendors decorate their booths and pass candy or host a game, as they sell all our favorite farmers’ market items, but community members, businesses, clubs and organizations play a part as well.
Ideally, Riverside Park would be bustling with young children and their families enjoying face painting, henna tattoos, games, contests, food and more.
Ideally, contestants will be broken into age categories, under 2, , 2-5, 5-9 and 9-12.
A panel of judges will then decide their top 3 in each age category and an overall favorite. Judges will award prizes to winning participants. The Contest begins at noon with the winner decided by 1pm, so as to not take too much of your team’s’ time.
Our vision is that we come together to host a safe, family friendly event for our community. We’d sure love you to be a part.
Winter Wanderer’s Snowmobile Day – October 26
When : October 26th from 10:00 am to 3:00pm
Where: New Lisbon Community Center
110 Welch Prairie Rd, New Lisbon, Wi
What: Raffles, Chicken Dinner from 11-3 at $13.00 /plate, Club memberships, Safety Course info/sign up
3rd Annual Snowmobile Show – Registration from 10:00am to 1:00pm Awards at 3:00pm $5.00/sled Max of $20.00
Necedah HS Craft and Vendor Show – October 26
Run or Ride – October 26
Want to ride the Hayride or take your UTV on a UTV ride. Help out a good cause with Friends and Family Cancer Foundation!! October 26th, sign-up from 11-12:30 or earlier @ Hustle Inn. Hayride leaves at 1:00. Do you or your business want to DONATE a basket or just some cash drop it off at Hustle Inn or call Rob @ 608-547-8999. We are matching the first $1000 dollars. $500 goes to Friends and Family and we are doing 2 $250 scholarships, one in memory of Julie Holton and the other from the Hopper Family. Hustle Inn Run or Ride for Friends and Family Cancer Benefit
Trunk or Treat – October 27
Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 27th, 3p.m.-5p.m.
Bethany Lutheran Church , Mauston
Community member trunks are welcome!
Contact : 608-847-6690 for more information
Caregiver Boot Camp October 29
Royall HS Fall Concert – October 29
The Royall High School Music Department will present their annual Fall Concert on Tuesday, October 29, at 7:00 pm in the OLD Royall High School gymnasium. It will include performances by the Concert Band, Concert Choir, and Madrigal and will include a wide variety of musical styles. Admission to the concert is free.
We hope you will come out and support the music department as we kick off our year!
Local Food Pop-up Event – October 30
Necedah’s Founders – October 30
Necedah Community Nights at Necedah Area School District. Guest Speaker: Lumber History Association. 5PM Meal, 5:45 Speaker. If interested, contact Amanda at aapitz@necedahschool.org or call 608-548-8008. More information at www.necedahschools.org
VFW Essay Contest for students entry deadline October 31
The Mauston Veterans of Foreign Wars is again sponsoring its annual VFW Essay Contest with local, district, state and national financial incentives!
I & E Club Events – October 31
October 31, 2024 I&E Club Meeting – speaker/topic to tbd (let us know if you are interested in speaking!)
Tomah Area Halloween Party – October 31
Tomah Area Annual Community Halloween Party 2024 – October 31
Craft Show – November 2
Holiday Makers Market – November 2
Winding Ridge Holiday Makers Market – November 2
UW-Platteville Chamber Choir – November 2
Vote November 5
ELECTION SCHEDULE FOR 2024:
November 5, 2024 – General Election
www.myvote.wi.gov
Cardinal Community Connection – November 6
Local Food Pop-up Event – November 6
Health Education – November 6
HEALTHIER LIVING WITH DIABETES – For more information, call 608-847-1848.
Receive tips on how to better manage your diabetes through diet, medication management, glucose monitoring, and stress management. This is a free event.
The first Thursday of the month from 1 pm – 2pm
at Mile Bluff Medical Center – Mauston
Heating and Cooling Shelters
Diabetes Connect – November 7
D-Day/WWII – November 11
Necedah Community Nights at Necedah Area School District. Guest Speaker: Edward Kozlowski 10AM during the High School Veteran’s Day Assembly in the Gym. If interested, contact Amanda at aapitz@necedahschool.org or call 608-548-8008. More information at www.necedahschools.org
Quilts of Valor – November 11
Ceramic Glaze – November 12
Necedah Adult Community Outreach at Necedah Area School District. 5PM to 7PM Room E113. Glaze your own bisque ware pottery plate, mug, or bowl. Pieces will be kiln-fired and picked up at a later date. If interested, contact Amanda at aapitz@necedahschool.org or call 608-548-8008. More information at www.necedahschools.org
Local Food Pop-up Event – November 13
Medicare Open Enrollment – October 15 thru December 7
Diabetes Resource Fair – November 14
November 14th, 2024. Diabetes Resource Fair from 12pm-2pm in the Community Room at Mile Bluff Hospital. We will be having representatives attend to be able to share new and updated information with the community. This is a free event for all.
Burning Red at the A-F Fine Arts Center – November 16
Cardinal Community Connection – November 20
Health Screening – November 21
HEALTH FAIR – Appointments are required. To reserve your spot, call 608-548-1845.
-FREE blood sugar and blood pressure screenings
-Total cholesterol tests
-Lipid profile tests (12-hour fasting optional) for $20
-Heart disease and diabetes risk assessments
Thursday, November 21, 7 – 11 am
at Mile Bluff Medical Center
Health Education – November 21
EDUCATION SERIES FOR SENIORS – For more information on this month’s topic and to reserve your spot, call 608-847-2377.
Each month, Terrace Heights Retirement Community in Mauston hosts an educational event for seniors. These monthly sessions are free to the public and focus on senior health and other various topics
Thursday, November 21 at 2 pm – 3 pm
at Terrace Heights Retirement Community
Small Town Christmas – November
Small Town Christmas 2024 – November 15 through November 17
Small Town Christmas 2024 – November 22 through November 24
Tomah’s Holiday Shopping Hunt – November 23
Tomah’s Great Holiday Shopping Hunt 2024 – November 23
Tomah Holiday Parade – November 29
Tomah Holiday Parade 2024 – November 29
Tomah Holiday Lights – November 29 & December
Tomah Holiday Lights 2024 – November 29 through December 31
MBMC Holiday Auction – November 29 thru December 7
Find Christmas gifts for those on your list with Mile Bluff Foundation’s Holiday Auction
Get your Christmas shopping list ready! Mile Bluff Medical Center Foundation will be hosting a Holiday Auction that will give you the opportunity to bid on and, hopefully, win, one-of-a-kind items and experiences you won’t be able to find anywhere else.
The Holiday Auction will run online from Friday, November 29 through Saturday, December 7. It will feature an exclusive list of items that have been donated by generous businesses and individuals from the community. So far, the auction has a collection of home decor items, photography sessions, 3-month fitness passes, sets of Green Bay Packer tickets, and so much more. New items are being added every week!
To checkout auction items as they are added and to register to bid, you can find links to the online auction page from Mile Bluff Medical Center Foundation’s Facebook page or by visiting the ‘Calendar of Events’ at www.milebluff.com. When you register, you will receive notifications when the auction is live and ready for bidding.
Proceeds from this auction will support the health of the community through the work of Mile Bluff Medical Center Foundation. It is through the generosity of donors that the foundation can support the medical center in providing new healthcare treatments, expansion of services, new technology, and programs that benefit our community as a whole.
Whether it’s a gift for yourself or for the hard to buy for person on your list, the foundation’s Holiday Auction is the perfect opportunity to find the gifts you are looking for. Be sure to register for the auction by visiting the ‘Calendar of Events’ at http://www.milebluff.com or by calling 608-847-2735.
Shop Small Saturday – November 30
Support local businesses – it helps us all!
Open House – December 4
Terrace Heights Holiday Open House – For more information, call 608-847-2377.
Plan to attend an open house at Terrace Heights for a tour of the facility and enjoy holiday refreshments.
Wednesday, December 4 at 3 pm – 5 pm
at Terrace Heights Retirement Community
Porch-Leaner Wooden Sign – December 9
Necedah Adult Community Outreach at Necedah Area School District. 5PM to 7PM Room E113. Paint a 5′ x 10″ wooden sign to display on your porch or inside your home. Stencils and sign supplies provided. If interested, contact Amanda at aapitz@necedahschool.org or call 608-548-8008. More information at www.necedahschools.org
Necedah Christmas Parade – December 14
Cardinal Community Connection – December 18
Necedah School District History – December 18
Necedah Community Nights at Necedah Area School District. 5:00PM Meal and 5:45PM Speaker. If interested, contact Amanda at aapitz@necedahschool.org or call 608-548-8008. More information at www.necedahschools.org
Community Blood Drive – December 18 & 19
COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE – For more information and to register, call the Blood Center of Wisconsin at 1-877-232-4376 or visit www.donate.wisconsin.versiti.org/donor/schedules/zip and look for Mile Bluff Medical Center in the mobile drives.
You can help someone in need. Make a blood donation during the two-day blood drive at Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston.
Wednesday, December 18 from 9 am – 2 pm
Thursday, December 19 from 9 am – 2 pm
Cardinal Community Connection – January 15 & 29
Uplift WI Statewide Peer Support
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced a new phone line that is now available allowing all Wisconsinites to share their successes and challenges with a peer who will listen and offer support without judgement or criticism.
Uplift WI is available 24/7 at 534-202-5438.
People experiencing mental health and substance emergencies should call, text, or chat the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call 911 if this emergency is life-threatening.
Looking for Drivers
Community Pool Hours – Daily
6:00am – 7:00am Adult Lap Swim
8:00am – 9:45am Open Swim/Lap Swim
10:30am – 11:30am Open Swim/Lap Swim
1:00pm – 4:00pm Open Swim/Lap Swim
4:00pm – 5:00pm CLOSED FOR SWIM PRACTICE
5:00pm – 6:00pm Aqua Aerobics
6:00pm – 8:00pm Open Swim/Lap Swim
508 Grayside Ave
Mauston, WI 53948
Contact
kewing@maustonschools.org
608-847-6603
More Information
https://www.facebook.com/MaustonPublicPool
Childbirth Education Classes – Saturdays
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASS – Call to register for a class before your baby arrives. For more information or to register, call 608-847-1013.
Join Mile Bluff’s childbirth education team for a one-day class to learn how you can prepare for birth, how to feed your baby, and what to expect after delivery. This class is free to you and your support person. The events include refreshments and a tour of the birthing center.
Saturdays from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Mile Bluff Medical Center – Mauston
Breakfast Buffet – Sundays
Breakfast Buffet every Sunday at Wonewoc American Legion beginning at 8AM and runs until 11AM. This is an all-you-can-eat Buffet and includes both hot and cold drinks, biscuits and gravy, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, potato side, pancakes, French toast, waffles, pastries, and fruit. Adults $12, Children 5-12 $5. Credit and Debit now accepted.
Playgroups – Mondays
Playgroups are available at the Juneau County Family Resource Center at N4982 HWY 58 in Mauston. Playgroups are every Monday 9:30-11 and free for children ages 0-5 years old accompanied by an adult. The playgroups are organized free-play with crafts, activities, circle time stories and a free snack. These activities are open to the public. Call 608-847-4991 for more information.
Knitting, Crocheting, Crafting – Mondays
Knit, Crochet, or Craft 6:00 PM Mauston, Hatch Public Library Bring a project to work on and be part of the knitting, crocheting, and crafting community at HPL! All ages and abilities are welcome. Free yarn! Every Monday.
Storytime Friends December – Tuesdays
Storytime, songs, early literacy activities take place Tuesday Mornings at 10AM at Hatch Public Library in Mauston. It is a great opportunity to connect with other families.
Key Educating Yourself – Tuesdays
Elroy Library 2PM
Narcan Training – Tuesdays and Thursdays
Walk-in Narcan Training happening now Tuesday’s and Thursday’s 10am to noon at the Juneau County Health Department. Trainings are only 15 minutes and you will receive a free Narcan nasal spray kit. Questions? Call the Juneau County Health Department at 608-847-9373.
Chair Yoga – Wednesdays
Bring yourself and a friend every Wednesday for chair yoga.
New Lisbon Library
115 W Park St
New Lisbon, WI 53950 US
608-562-3213
More Information
https://www.newlisbonlibrary.org/event/chair-yoga-1030-21/
Strong Bones Exercise Class – Wednesdays and Fridays
Elroy Library at 10AM
Art Class – Thursdays
Elroy Library new day and time beginning Sept 5 – 4:30PM
Necedah Recovery Support Meeting – Thursdays
Recovery Necedah
New Meeting!
Recovery from Alcoholism & Substance Abuse
Sick & Tired of being Sick & Tired?
“If you want to change your life, come join us”
- We follow the 12 Steps of AA
- This is an Open Meeting – All are welcome!
- Starts Thursday, February 1st, 2024.
TIME : 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Every Thursday)
LOCATION : United Methodist Church
(Use the rear parking-lot, entrance)
605 N. Harvey St.
Necedah, WI 54646
Contact: Tom W. * Cell: 765-336-4022 * email: tjw3278 @ gmail.com
Mindful Meditation – Fridays
Elroy Library at 11:30AM
AA/NA Meetings Each Week
Mauston
Monday 11 AM Mauston United Methodist Church, 420 Suszycki Drive
Wednesday 1:30 PM Mauston United Methodist Church, 420 Suszycki Drive
Friday 7:00 PM Mauston United Methodist Church, 420 Suszycki Drive
NA Meeting – Mauston Thursday 6:30 PM Mauston United Methodist Church
420 Suszycki Dr (Spiritual Principles)
Elroy
Tuesday 7:30 PM Methodist Church, 125 Royal Ave.
(Steps 1st & 2nd weeks, Traditions 3rd & 4th weeks)
Hillsboro
Wednesday 7 PM Farmers State Bank, use side door
Lake Delton/Wisconsin Dells
Tuesday 8 PM Episcopal/Methodist Church, Unity Drive & Hwy A
Wednesday 7:30 PM Ho-Chunk Wellness Center, S2821 White Eagle Rd.
Thursday 7 PM Presbyterian Church, 730 Cedar St. (Big Book Study)
NA Meeting Friday 7 PM United Methodist Church, 320 Unity Dr. (Hwy A)
Saturday 7 PM Miracles Healing Center (Speaker Meeting)
Sunday 7 PM Presbyterian Church, 730 Cedar St.
New Lisbon
Thursday 7:00 PM Bethany Lutheran Church, 618 W. River St.
Tomah
Monday 7 PM Tomah VA Hospital, 500 E. Veterans St.
Wednesday 7 PM Building 407 (conference room)
Thursday 7 PM Church of Nazarene, 2581 E. Veterans St.
Friday 7 PM Tomah VA Hospital, 500 E. Veterans St.
Saturday 7 PM Building 407 (conference room)
Tomah Thursday 5:30-7 PM Tomah Hospital Smart Recovery
Wonewoc
Saturday 7:30 PM United Methodist Church, 208 N. East St. (Step)
Family Storytime – First Thursday Ea. Month
Necedah Silver Hair Club – 2nd Friday Ea. Month
The New Necedah Silver Hair Club (seniors age 55+) will be meeting at 12 Noon each 2nd Friday of the month at the Necedah Village Hall. Bring a dish to pass for lunch. Meet with Friends and make some new ones!
ADRC Transportation Program
The ADRC of Eagle Country Juneau County Office provides transportation assistance for a low cost to Juneau County Residents age 60 and over or individuals living with a disability. Services include the ADRC handicap-accessible van and bus, Volunteer Escort Drivers, Find Your Own Driver Program, and the Taxi Subsidy Program. This is for non-emergency trips to medical appointments, shopping, nutrition, education and employment, as well as social and recreation. Hours of operation are 8AM-4:30PM. Requests must be made 48 hours prior to the appointment. Call 608-847-9371 to find out more.
Necedah Flea Market 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Necedah, Flea Market
Flea Market is open in the summer on Saturdays 9-4 and Sundays 10-4
Contact: https://www.facebook.com/necdeahfleamarket
If you are a non-profit group and have an upcoming event you would like announced on our Community Calendar, email Shelby@wrjc.com.
We update this page often! Come back soon to see what’s new and to keep up with events in your Community! If you know of something you are interested in that is not listed, please email Shelby@wrjc.com. Thanks!
