Columbia County Visitor Guide

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Just Minutes Away From Devils Lake State Park...Its Like Camping In Your Own Backyard!

www.campingforthefunofit.com

Baraboo Hills CampgroundE10545 Terrytown Rd., Baraboo,WI 53913

(608) 356-8505We invite you to make Baraboo Hills Campgroundyour home away from homewhile you visit all theexcitement of theWisconsin Dells, natural beauty of

Devils Lake State Park, or fun of theCircusWorld Museum.

www.baraboohillscampground.com

Smokey Hollow CampgroundW9935 McGowan Rd., Lodi,WI 53555

(608) 635-4806Whether you are looking for a weekend filled

with activities or the quiet relaxation of a secludedcampground, Smokey Hollow is the place for

you and your family!www.smokeyhollowcampground.com

Merry Macs CampgroundE12995 Halweg Rd., Merrimac,WI 53561

(608) 493-2367Welcome to one of the BEST campgrounds inWisconsin! Merry Macs Campground is a

family friendly campground nestled betweenthe South shore of Devils Lake and LakeWisconsin.

www.merrymacscampground.com

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Welcome!

No matter the season, Columbia County is filled wi

th lots of

fun waiting to be discovered and all just a short

drive away.

Find fun with 11,000 acres of lakes, 16,000 acres of

public hunting

and wildlife land, 49 miles of trout streams, 27 boat

landings and

3,000 campsites. The area is rich in Native-Americ

an history,

and proudly showcases attractions of the early set

tlers and

explorers, and the role they all shared in shaping t

he area as we

see it today. A visit to the local Amish communities

and their

businesses will help connect the past to the presen

t, as well.

Wonderful drives, such as Scenic Byway 60 or High

way 51,

will bring you within minutes of scenic landscapes

featuring

beautiful barn quilts, the National Scenic Ice Age T

rail,

Wisconsin Dells, Lake Wisconsin, and the Merrimac

Ferry.

Combine all of that with comfortable lodging, fanta

stic restaurants

and friendly people and youll understand why Col

umbia County

is another Wisconsin destination waiting to be exp

lored.

Use this guide as your first step in planning a geta

way to

Columbia County. More resources and travel infor

mation are also

available on www.TravelWisconsin.com or downloa

d our Travel

Wisconsin smart phone app to find the fun faster o

n the go.

On behalf of Wisconsins tourism industry, we

look forward to welcoming you soon.

Sincerely,

Stephanie Klett

Secretary

Wisconsin Department of Tourism

Welcome to Columbia County

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Welcome to Columbia County


COLUMBIA COUNTY MAP . . . 32

BARN QUILT MAP . . . . . . . . 53

AMISH MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

On the RoadScenic Byway 60 . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . 38-39

Transportation/Curling Clubs . . . . . . . 8

Calendar of Events . . . . .. . . . . . . 18-23

Hwy 151 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 51

Explore WI 51 . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 47-48

100 Things To Do . . . . . .. . . . . . . 58-61

Where the Fun BeginsParks and Recreation . . .

. . . . . . . 15, 24

Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 24

Golfing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 25

Antiques and Galleries . .. . . . . . . . . . . 5

Barn Quilts . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 22

Camping & Lodging . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 25

Farm Products & Markets . . . . . . 56-57

Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 38

Amish Adventures . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 63

Outdoor Recreation . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 36

Parks & Recreation . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 37

Horicon Marsh . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 46

CommunitiesLodi and Lake Wisconsin

. . . . . . . 40-42

Sauk County . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 54-55

Wisconsin Dells . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 49

Rio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 43

Fall River . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 44-45

Beaver Dam . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 52

Columbus . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 28-31

Randolph . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 26

Cambria Friesland . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 27

Green Lake . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 50

Waupun . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 52

Pardeeville . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 34

Marquette County . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 55

Portage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 6-7, 9-17, 64

Wyocena . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 35

Poynette . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 35

Arlington . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 35

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Arlington, VillAge608-635-2474

CAmbriA-FrieslAnd AreA

ChAmber oF CommerCe

106 W. Edgewater St.

Cambria, WI 53923920-348-6090

www.cambriafrieslandchamber.com

ColumbiA County eConomiC

deVelopment CorporAtion

1800 Kutzke Rd., Ste 102

Portage, WI 53901608-742-6161

www.ccedc.com

ColumbiA County oFFiCes

608-742-2191 www.co.columbia.wi.us

Columbus AreA

ChAmber oF CommerCe

PO Box 362 Columbus, WI 53925

920-632-3699

www.columbuswichamber.com

Columbus mAin street

128 W. James St. P.O. Box 23

Columbus, WI 53925 920-623-5325

www.columbusmainstreet.org

doylestown, VillAge920-992-3610

FAll riVer ChAmber oF CommerCe

PO Box 6, Fall River, WI 53932-0006

920-484-6257

www.fallriverwichamber.com

lodi & lAke wisConsin

ChAmber oF CommerCe

PO Box 43, Lodi, WI 53555-0043

608-592-4412www.lodiwisconsin.com

www.lakewisconsin.org

lodi AreA opportunity

& deVelopment inC.(l.o.d.i.)

401 Chestnut St., Lodi, WI 53555

608-592-4038

mAin street portAge

117 W. Cook St., PO Box 61,

Portage, WI 53901608-745-1861

www.mainstreetportage.org

pArdeeVille AreA

business AssoCiAtion

PO Box 337 Pardeeville, WI 53954

608-429-3596www.pardeeville.biz

portAge ChAmber oF CommerCe

104 W. Cook St., Suite A

Portage, WI 53901800-474-2525608-742-6242

www.portagewi.com

poynette ChAmber oF CommerCe

PO Box 625, Poynette, WI 53955-0625

608-635-2425

www.poynettechamber.com

rAndolph ChAmber oF CommerCe

PO Box 66, Randolph, WI 53956

920-326-4769www.randolphwi.net

rio, VillAge207 Lincoln Ave, PO Box 105

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Rio, WI 53960-0105920-992-5454

uw extension ColumbiA County

608-742-9680

www.uwex.edu/ces/cty/columbia

wisConsin dells

business improVement

distriCt www.wisdellsdowntown.com

wisConsin dells Visitor

& ConVention bureAu

701 Superior St., PO Box 390,

Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965-0390

800-223-3557www.wisdells.com

wyoCenA, VillAge

165 East Dodge St., PO Box 913,

Wyocena, WI 53969-0913

608-429-2349

www.villageofwyocena.com

VillAge oF FrieslAnd

920-348-5156 this Visitors guide is the official publicat

ion of the

Columbia County Visitors bureau

1800 kutzke rd., portage, wi, 53901

Contact us at 608-742-6161

bob obrion, president/Ceo

www.travelColumbiaCounty.net

www.travelwiscnow.com

PUBLISHed BY: Capital Newspapers, Portage, WI

GeNeRAL MANAGeR: Matt Meyers

GRAPHIC deSIGN: Dusty Zajda

Proudly Supporting the

Following Organizations

2013 ColumbiA County Visitors

bureAu boArd oF direCtors

president: Bob OBrion

ViCe-president: Bob Becker

seCond ViCe president: Mike Griffith

seCretAry/treAsurer: Carmen Griffith

direCtor: Annette Currie

direCtor: Terry Milfred

exeCutiVe direCtor: Nancy Elsing

Antiques & Galleries


AntiquesAntiques mall of portage128 W. Cook St., Portage(608) 742-2400www.antiquesmallofportage.com

Antique mall of wisconsin dells 720 Oak St., Wisconsin Dells(608) 254-2422www.wisconsinantiquedealers.com

Antiques shoppes of Columbus-mall Annex141 E. James St., Columbus(920) 623-2669

Arts Antiques CollectiblesE10445 Xanadu Rd., Wisconsin Dells(608) 254-7229

Carousel Antiques 132 East James St., Columbus(920) 623-5309

Columbus Antiques mall & Christopher Columbus museumWisconsins Largest Antique Mall239 Whitney St., Columbus(920) 623-1992Open Everyday 8:15am - 4pmwww.columbusantiquemall.com

days gone by Antique mall729-731 Oak St., Wisconsin Dells(608) 254-6788www.days-gone-by.com

Judys AntiquesN9099 CTH CXPortage, WI 53901(608) 742-2226

main street - mercantile117 W. Cook StreetPortage, WI 53901(608) 745-1861

my gang Antique mall14 W. Munroe St., Wisconsin Dells(608) 253-2029

oak st. Antique mall725 Oak St., Wisconsin Dells(608) 254-4200

pardeeville Antique mall103 Industrial Dr., Pardeeville(608) 429-9393Open daily 10-5

sewards Folly100 East Seward St., Poynette(608) 635-4785

Artistic expressions 531 BroadwayWisconsin Dells(608) 235-8380

Cottage house primitives120 S. Main, Lodi(608) 592-7474Folk Art & Antiques, 18th Century Furniture, Historic Textiles.

drury gallery301 E. Cook St., Portage(608) 742-5655www.portagecenterforthearts.com

hand blown glass34 BroadwayWisconsin Dells (608) 254-7054www.handblownglass-gifts.com.

the mercantile117 W. Cook St, Downtown Portage(608) 745-5768

sunfall139 S. Main, Lodi(608) 592-4012Antiques, Art, Gifts. Located in historic bank building.

three bats in the belfry203 Portage St., Lodi(608) 592-3342 Antiques, Garden Decor and much more. Located in historic church.

west James gallery128 West James St., Columbus(920) 623-5325

Galleries

Bead Shop Antique Shops Sew n Vac shop Jewelry Shops World War II MuseumAlteration shop Accountants Tuxedo Shop Popcorn and Ice cream shop

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PORTAGEDOWNTOWN PORTAGE

Curling & Transportation


CurlingArlington Curling Club

207 Pierce St., P.O. Box 224 Arlington, WI 53911 (608) 635-4013

Lodi Curling Club704 Fair St., Lodi, WI 53555 (608) 592-7372

Pardeeville Curling Club203 Second St., P.O. Box 442 Pardeeville, WI 53954 (608) 429-2000

Portage Curling Club107 Albert St., Portage, WI 53901 (608) 742-3237

Poynette Curling Club216 East Hudson St Poynette, WI 53955 (608) 635-7100

Amtrak Stations359 N. Ludington St.,

Columbus (920) 623-3831

400 W. Oneida St., Portage (608) 742-1744

100 La Crosse St., Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-7706

Portage Municipal Airport1011 Silver Lake Dr.

(608) 742-3300

Greyhound BusTravel Mart Inc. 611 Frontage Rd.

Wisconsin Dells (608) 254-5077

Transportation

Explore Downtown Portage

210 W. Cook St., Portage, WI

608-742-5900 Open Daily! www.prairieflowerbeads.com

Make your own jewelry forspecial occasions or gifts

We offer excellentChildrens Birthday

Parties

1000s of beads in different colors, sizes & styles!

Stop in for a class schedule!

Several ClassesNowAvailable

We have it all...

Its worth the drive!

PetiteMissyPlus Size

Smart Woman608-742-5733

Fancy Pants608-742-5711

Todays Fashionsin All Sizes

Located inDowntown Portage

See Us For All Your Home HealthCare & Prescription Needs

140 E. Cook St. Portage,WI 742-3545

Home HealtH Carerxrx

Home HealtH Care

WilzDrugWilzDrug

AlterAtionsfor Men & WoMenfor all occasions!

Tailoring and Tuxes210 W. Wisconsin 742-3257Mon, Wed-Fri 10-6, Sat 10-3, Tues & Sun by appt.

Formal Wear Rentals by

Archery Fishing Ammunition Tackle

D.W.

Hunting & Fishing Headquarters!

Sports Center125 W. Cook, Portage 742-7745

AMPERS&NDfun gifts for all occasions

candles picture frames tea coffeeLusa Organic products purses pajamas

hot chocolate wine themed giftsthe only place to buy the Wiscowsin

cow merchandise117 W. COOK STREET

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PORTAGE

An ever changing collection of beautiful,original jewelry and accessories

handmade by local artist Carol Shogren.She specializes in Swarovski crystals,gemstones,glass,recycled materials,pearls and anything else she can get

her hands on!

By:Carol ShogrenBy:Carol Shogren

Mon - Fri,10AM - 5 PM Sat 10AM - 3 PM

117W.Cook Street Downtown PortageMon - Fri,10AM - 5 PM Sat 10AM - 3 PM117W.Cook Street Downtown Portage

An ever changing collection of beautiful,original jewelry and accessories

handmade by local artist Carol Shogren.She specializes in Swarovski crystals,gemstones,glass,recycled materials,pearls and anything else she can get

her hands on!

117 W. Cook St.,Downtown PortageMon-Wed 10am-5pm

Thurs 10am-7pm

Fri 10am-5pmSat 9am-3pm608-745-5768

Your destination forlocal art, jewelry, WIproducts and toys

Gifts for ALL OCCASIONS!

See us on Facebook!www.facebook.com/portmercantile

Concerts at the Portage

Every Wednesday 6:30pmat the VFW Hall

located behind WalgreensJune through August


Explore Downtown Portage

3 Levels&Over 8000 sq. ft. to BrowseSomething for everyone!www.antiquesmallofportage.com

Levels 3

PORTAGEPORTAGE

Open 7 daysa Week.

128 W. Cook St.

Downtown Portage(608)742-2400

2010 Tourism Award Winner!2010 Tourism Award Winner!

Portage Flea MarketsFirst Saturday of the month.

June - September at Veterans Memorial Field

7am-3pm

Farmers MarketsEvery ThursdayMay - October

Noon - 6pm

Portage downtown Walking Tours

First Saturday of the month.June - August

Leaving Chamber of Commerce office at 10am


Portage

Kids Ski Free!at Cascade Mountain

That's right! Kids 12 and under can skifree at Cascade Mountain when accom-panied by a paid adult.Visit our websitefor more great deals, like mini-vacationpackages, overnight water park staysand group rates.

www.cascademountain.com

Tracy KappOwner / Pet Groomer

www.ppawsbg.com

N415 3rd AvenueDog Boarding

Dog & Cat Grooming Portage, WI 53901

Precious Paws

Boarding & Grooming, LLC

608-697-5712

FULL SERVICE & PARTSDEPARTMENT

STATE OF THE ARTBODY SHOP

FULL SERVICE & PARTSDEPARTMENT

STATE OF THE ARTBODY SHOP

AUTOMOTIVE

3013 Cty Hwy CX Portage, WI608.742.7141 800.542.7141www.hillautomotive.com

Best Selection of Fine Winesin the Area.

Great Selection of Craft Beers.

Everything you need for yournext party or get-together.Serving the area for over 34 years

Cheers!

Daleys Beverage Mart1623 New Pinery Rd., Portage

742-4651

Portage Arts & Cultureunique cultural experiencesThe Portage Center for the Arts is dedicated to the cultural growth and enhancement of those living in Portage and the surrounding area, by providing a community venue for the arts. The center hosts a variety of theatrical events and art exhibits including the Performing Arts Series, the Zona Gale Young Peoples Theatre and the Gale Singers. Additionally, the Drury Gallery hosts free monthly art exhibits from September through May, showcasing local and nationally recognized artists.

The Portage Community Theatre Group is a group of community members dedicated to bringing theatrical performances to our community. Theatrical projects take place at many times throughout the year while helping to enhance the quality of life of residents. This group is working to make sure that everyone is sure to be touched by the performing arts.

The Portage Community School District also supports the arts by offering theatrical and musical performances. In addition, you will find a seven-screen movie theater (Portage Theatre) in the heart of our downtown showcasing many movies in Dolby Digital 3-D along with the areas sharpest, brightest picture and best in digital surround sound.


Extraordinary CareDivine Savior Healthcare 608-742-4131

Our team of medical professionalsis here to provide you extraordinarycare in our state-of-the-art facilty.For more information on our services, providers andevents, please visit www.dshealthcare.com.

Family Medicine Obstetrics/Birthing Center Gynecology Pediatrics Sports Medicine Rehabilitation Services Physical Medicine Occupational Medicine General Surgery Orthopedic Surgery Podiatry

Pulmonology Sleep Medicine Advanced Diagnostics Audiology Dialysis & Infusion Therapy Extended ResidentialCare at Tivoli

Community Health Emergency Services Urgent Care Home Care

Pleased to provide:

2817 New Pinery Road | Portage, WI 53901 | www.dshealthcare.com


Portage

Pizza

Wings Pasta2 Delicious Flavors!

Portage: 401 E. Wisconsin St. 608-742-8829Baraboo: 422 Pine St. 608-356-9500

Sauk City: 805 Phillips Blvd 608-643-4343

St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store1311 W. Wisconsin St., Portage 742-5513Hours: Mon - Thurs 9-5, Fri 9-8, Sat 9-5

Camping? Forget Something?We have a great selection of inexpensive,gently used items in a clean environment.

Pots/Pans Dishes toasters & small aPPliances BlanketsPillows PuDgy-Pie makers & more!

Shop Vinnys, youll be glad you did!

Authentic Mexican CuisineAuthentic Mexican CuisineAuthentic Mexican CuisineAuthentic Mexican CuisineAuthentic Mexican CuisineAuthentic Mexican CuisineAuthentic Mexican CuisineAuthentic Mexican Cuisine

2653 New Pinery Rd, Portage608-745-6776

1009 E. Wisconsin St.608-742-7186

M-F 7-7, Sat. 7-5, Sun 9-5 www.portagelumber.com

Portage LumberHardware, Lumber, Paint, Home Decor,

Rental EquipmentYour neighborhood Home Improvement s

tore


Portage

Scott Miller608-617-7164

1984

Troy Simonson608-697-2391

1988

Miller SiMonSon inSurance

608-745-4665 118 W. Collins St., Portage, WI 53901or www.millersimonsoninsurance.com

Trust and Loyalty are both earned, we welcome theopportunity to earn yours!

Home AuTo BuSIneSS LIfe AnnuITIeS LTCMedicare SuppleMentS part d & advantage

I90/94 Exit 108A, Portage, WI 53901

Iron Skillet Buffet5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. 742-6901Full menu 24/7 365 days/year

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madisoncollege.edu

Blystones Towing& Repair24 Hour Towing

1201 W. State Hwy 33, Portage608-742-4228

[email protected]

Towing & RecoveryServices:

Heavy Duty Towing & Recovery

Light Duty Towing & Recovery

Road Side Assistance Available

Out of State Towing

Ice/Water Recovery

Winchouts

Accidents

Door Unlocks

Jumpstarts

Fuel/Gas Delivery

Tire Changes

Load Transfers

Secured Lot

RV Tows & Repairs

Shop Repairs


Portage

CUTS | COLOR | PERMS | WAX

$10 HaircutsEvery Wednesday

2936 New Pinery Rd. Portage 608-745-1212Mon.-Fri. 9am-8pm; Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun 10am-3pm

WALK INSWELCOME!

Preuss ImPlement

Jim Preuss Hwy 51 & P Portage 742-5525

The mission of The American Legion, Department ofWisconsin is to provide service to veterans, their familiesand their communities. This mission is accomplishedthrough our many programs:

Department Service Ofce Troop & Family Support CampAmerican Legion Children &Youth Activities Badger Boys State Legion Baseball

These are just a few of the programs offered. TheAmerican Legion is a non-prot veterans serviceorganization and your contributions are tax-deductible.

The Headquarters and Museum are open to the public.Come visit us at:

2930 American Legion DrivePO Box 388, Portage, WI 53901

(Located betweenWal-Mart and Goodwill)

Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (608)745-1090 ~ Website: www.wilegion.org

The AmericAn LegionSTATe heAdquArTerS

muSeum And LeArning cenTer

2503W.Wisconsin St. Portage, WI 608-742-8208

UnderNewOwnership

FridayNight Fish Fry Full Service BarCheck out our Salad Bar SundayBreakfast Buffet

WELCOME TOCOLUMBIA COUNTY

WISCONSIN

The Purpose of the Columbia County Economic DevelopmentCorporation is to foster and encourage activities in the countythat result in constructive economic development and/or result

in an improved quality of life.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

For more information contact:Nancy R. Elsing, Executive Director

Carmen Griffith, Administrative Assistant1800 Kutzke Rd. Suite 102, Portage WI 53901

1-608-742-6161www.ccedc.com


Portage

Phone: (608)742-6362,Web: agencyhouse.orgLocated 1/2 mile East of Portage on Highway 33.OpenMay 15 Oct. 15. 7 days a week. 10am-4pmGuidedToursAvailable.

AGENCYHOUSEAGENCYAGENCYHOUSEHOUSEHISTORIC INDIANAGENCYAGENCYHOUSEHOUSEAGENCYAGENCYHOUSEHOUSE

at Ft. Winnebago

NEW 1.2 mileNature Trail

NEWLY RESTORED 1832 workplaceand home of Federal IndianAgent JohnKinzie and his adventurous wife, Juliette.Experience their story:A dynamic,newlywed couple witnesses rsthandthe exciting expansion of our youngnation - and its many devastating effectsupon the indigenous Native population.Next to the IceAge National ScenicTrail and the historic Portage Canal.

Open May 15th to October 15thTuesday thru Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Built in 1828 this is the last remaining building ofFort Winnebago. Many original items from the Fort and

original furnishings are on display.

1824 Hwy 33 East - 1/2 mile East of Portage

TEL 608.742.2949WWW.FORTWINNEBAGOSURGEONSQUARTERS.ORG

Former home of Author/Playwright

Zona GalePermanent & Seasonal Exhibits

open april, May, September & octoberThursday - Saturday 1pm - 4pm

June, July & augustTuesday - Saturday 1pm - 4pm

Free Admission

Museum at the Portage

804 MacFarlane, Portage (608) 742-6682 www.portagemuseum.org

The Portage Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to Historic Portage. Portage is a wonderful place to grow your business, raise your family or just visit. The area offers small town charm with residential neighborhoods and growing commercial and industrial business sites, next to the beautiful Wisconsin and Fox Rivers. Our strong historical heritage offers an excellent environment in which to live and work. We are certainly eager to share this rich history with all who pass through.

The historical distinction of Portage lies in its unique geographical location between the Fox and Wisconsin Rivers. Here, the two rivers, one flowing north to the St. Lawrence, the other south to the Mississippi, are separated by a narrow neck of land over which, for two centuries, adventurers and settlers traveling the waterway had to portage their canoes and heavy packs from one stream to another. The settlement, which grew here because of the resulting traffic, was first known as Wau-wau-onah, Winnebago for carry on the shoulder. During the French occupation, it was simply le portage (from porter: to carry). This was eventually Anglicized to Portage.

Today, Portage boasts many outdoor recreational resources, wonderful homes, excellent schools and well established industries that provide solid employment opportunities. Both residents and visitors can relax and unwind in one of Portages many parks, take in the areas beautiful scenery along the rivers or visit any of our seven historic attractions.

Our historic downtown contributes to the history coming alive in Portage. You will find a variety of quaint niche stores, restaurants and specialty shops all located next to our

Historical Portagebeautiful Portage Canal and levee walking path. Complimenting the downtown are many other dining establishments, specialty stores, entertainment venues and a variety of larger national retail chains located in the community.

You are sure to find some entertainment options by taking in a movie at our seven-screen Theatre or stopping in for an art show or play production at our Portage Center for the Arts. Keeping yourself active will be easy by taking in a game of golf at one of our local courses or during the winter months you can take part in curling at our local club or skiing at Cascade Mountain.

Whether you are interested in visiting our community or you are looking to relocate and make Portage your home, we hope you explore and discover all that we have to offer.

www.portagewi.com800-474-2525


Columbia County Fair

Columbia County FairJULY 24-28, 2013162ND YEAR OF FUN!

WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 20131:00 P.M. Carnival Opens4:30 P.M. Portage Methodist Church Chicken BBQ7:00 P.M. Grand Stand Event Moto Cross

THURSDAY, JULY 25, 20137:00 P.M. Grand Stand Event Catch a Pig Contest Vince Anthony Concert

FRIDAY, JULY 26, 20134:30 P.M. Columbia County Pork Partners BBQ7:00 P.M. Grand Stand Event Tony Rocker & The Comeback Special Band

SATURDAY, JULY 27, 201312:30 P.M. Buyers Buffet4:00 P.M. Columbia County Farm Bureau Steak Fry7:00 P.M. Grand Stand Event Demo Derby

SUNDAY, JULY 28, 20138:00-11:00 A.M. FFA Breakfast3:00 P.M. Grand Stand Event Tractor & Truck Pull

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RAIN OR SHINE$10.00 IN ADVANCE $12.00 DAY OF SHOW

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2013 Calendar of EventsMARCH23 - May 31, 2013, Portage Poetry and Photos in the FoyerMonthly competition & exhibit through May 2013, March Theme Real Life Super Heroes, April Theme Stormy Weather, May is the Winners Showcase. For more information, contact Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook Street, Portage, WI 53901, 608-742-5655. Open Wed-Fri 1-6, Sat 10-3. [email protected], www.Portagecenterforthearts.com

23, CambriaFire Department Chili SupperEuchre, Silent Auction, Gun Raffle, Open House and EMS Bake Sale.

23, CambriaKiwanis Egg Hunt10:00 a.m. In Cambria Tarrant Park. Cambria-Friesland School in case of bad weather.

APRIL

6, PortageWisconsins Native Peoples: Exploring History Where It Happened Childrens WorkshopSession 1: 9:30am-11:30am Session 2: 1pm-3pm Explore the site where John Kinzie served as Federal Indian Agent to the Ho-Chunk people (with his wife Juliette, grandmother of Girl Scout founder, Juliette Gordon Low), on lands the Ho-Chunk inhabited for hundreds of years before French explorers Father Marquette and Joliet discovered the portage in 1673. The session wraps up with a hands-on craft session with a focus on the Plains Indians tradition of hide painting. This activity session fulfills the requirements for a Historic Indian Agency House program patch (exclusive to the site), and all participants will receive this patch upon completion of all related activities. $11.00 per child; pre-payment and registration required by deadline Friday, March 29, 2013. Recommended for ages 6 to 12. A maximum of 25 participants per session will be allowed.

12, PortageOpening Reception

for the exhibit at TIVOLI for the exhibit featuring the work of Roberta Condon 4pm-6pm. This exhibit will be at Tivoli through the end of June.

26, LodiLodi Valley Farmers Market2pm-6pm, every Friday through October, 902 North Main Street, Lodi

27, LodiSpring Citywide Garage Sales www.lodiwisconsin.com

27, PortageDangerous Folk Performing Arts Concert SeriesEach season we have a six concert Performing Arts Series in our beautiful, intimate 272 seat Zona Gale Theatre. Reserved season tickets and individual tickets are available. Generally the concerts consist of two 45 minute sets and a 15 minute intermission with complimentary refreshments served. Adults $15 - Students $5 www.portagecenterforthearts.com

27, Portage Blowing in the Wind7pm, Performing Arts Concert Series presents Blowing in the Wind featuring Dangerous Folk Best songs of love & peace from the 1960s. Reserved seating Adults/$15 and Students/$5 Doors open at 7p for 7:30p performance

MAY May-October, PoynetteFarmers Market8am-11am, every Saturday in Pauquette Park, South Main Street, near City Hall

1-30, PortageFort Winnebago Surgeons QuartersSchool Tours available by appointmentHwy 33 1/2 mile east of PortageSee website for more details about summer eventswww.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

2 October 31, Portage Portage Farmers Market12pm-6pm, featuring home grown produce items, homemade items, and hand-crafted items. Commerce Plaza, every Thursday, May-October, Gil at 608-742-5054 or 608-334-4207

4, Pardeeville Pardeeville Student Council Cancer Run-Walk8am registration & 10am the event begins at Pardeeville High School

4, LodiLodi Veterinary Hospital-Second Chance Funds 4th Annual Doggie Dashwww.lodiwisconsin.com

4, 5, 11, 12, PoynetteApple Blossom Days Lapeceks Orchard, www.lapaceksorchard.com

5, PortageGale Singers Spring Concert4pm, The Gale Singers Spring Concert, Zona Gale Theatre at the Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E. Cook Street, Portage, WI 53901 608-742-5655 Open Wed-Fri 1-6, Sat 10-3. [email protected], www.Portagecenterforthearts.com $5.00 at the door

10-11, ColumbusCitywide Garage Sales and Redbud Prince/Princess contestSponsored by Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, 920-623-3699

11, LodiLodi Optimists Mothers Day www.runlikeamotherhalfmarathon.com

11, ColumbusBadger Antique Auto Club Car ShowCountryside Ford, Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, 920-623-3699

11, Portage3rd Annual Mothers Day Benefit Concert Concert for Riverhaven Homeless Shelter will be held at the PCA at 7:00 p.m. Tickets available at the door.

15, Portage Agency House Opening DayAgency House Opens for the 2013 Tourist Season, http://agencyhouse.org, Indian Agency House, 608-742-6362, [email protected]

15 - October 15, Portage Fort Winnebago Surgeons QuartersHwy 33 1/2 mile east of PortageTuesday Sunday 10 am 4 pmOpen to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift ShopHands on History Days by appointment. School Tours available by appointment. This is the last remaining building of Fort Winnebago built in 1828. Many original items from the Fort and original furnishings from the Territorial Days are on display. The Garrison School used continuously from 1850 1960 is also open for touring. See website for summer eventswww.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

17 19, Portage St. Marys Best Fest 2013More details will be posted as they become available. Save the date for a weekend of fun, food, music and a carnival. www.stmaryotic.com, St. Marys School and Church grounds, Call 608-742-6998 for more information

18 until October 12, Fall RiverFall River Farm/Flea Market8:30am-12pm, Held every Saturday rain or shine at Savanna Oaks, Hwy. 16 across from Village of Fall River, Vendors welcome call 920-484-6257 or visit web site www.savannaoakscenter.com

19, Portage Historic Indian Agency House Grand Re-Opening, featuring Ho-Chunk DancersSpend the day with us in celebration of our GRAND RE-OPENING of the 1832 Indian Agency House, following

APRIL 6, PoynetteMaple Syrup Festival

8am-2pm, Enjoy learning about the MacKenzie Centers sugar bush and how Native American, Pioneers, and todays volunteers make syrup. Enjoy a pancake breakfast, horse drawn wagon rides, and more! Event is free, concession stand, breakfast, and raffles at additional cost. The MacKenzie Environmental Education Center is located just 2 miles east of Poynette on County Road CS & Q. For more information please call 608-635-8105, www.mackenziecenter.com,MacKenzie Environmental Education Center W7303 County Road CS & Q Poynette, WI 53955 Just 15 miles south of Portage, [email protected].

MAY 18-19, Wisconsin Dells2013 Wisconsin Dells Automotion Festival

Hundreds of classic cars featuring a swap meet, car corral, evening car cruise, raffle and activities for the kids held at Noahs Ark Waterpark. For more information call 800-223-3557.


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June 5-August 28, PortageConcerts at the Portage

Please note that the concerts have moved for 2013 during the construction at Riverside Park and will be held at the Portage VFW Hall (behind Walgreens), 215 W. Collins Street. The Free Concerts start every Wednesday night at 6:30pm. Bring your chairs and blankets and listen to the sounds of music during the summer. Bring your own picnic dinner or order carry-out from a local restaurant. Desserts will be served by local non-profit groups. VFW will be open during concerts and will be held inside if inclement weather. www.travelcolumbiacounty.net, contact Carmen Griffith, Columbia County Visitors Bureau at [email protected] for more information.

MAY 26, PortageFly-In Breakfast

at Portage Airport7am-1pm, Join us for the Fly-In Breakfast. Eggs cooked to order along with pancakes, sausage, milk, juice and coffee. See the planes up close and talk with the pilots. Portage Airport, 1011 Silver Lake Dr., 742-3300, John Poppy

a complete $450,000 restoration and stabilization project. The events begin with a ribbon-cutting marking the museum houses public opening and debut of a new tour. Starting at 1pm we will be entertained and educated by the Ho-Chunk Dancers. Our local Rotary Club of Portage will be serving lunch and refreshments. Visitors are asked to bring their own chairs or blankets for this open-air event, with a shuttle bus provided for offsite parking options. The Historic Indian Agency House is open from May 15-October 15, with guided tours available for a nominal fee. 608-742-6362 www.agencyhouse.org

23-25, PardeevilleCity Wide Rummage & Garage Saleswww.villageofpardeeville.net

27, LodiLodi Valley Historical Society Chicken BBQ10am-2pm at the Historical Museum at 173 S. Main, Lodi www.lodiwisconsin.com

27, PardeevilleMemorial Day Program10am at American Legion Parkwww.villageofpardeeville.net

27, Portage Memorial Day Ceremony & ParadeParade begins at 10:30am at the intersection of West Slifer Street and Airport Road and goes east to Blue Star Park where a ceremony is held following the parade. Contact Dave DuVall, 745-1680 for additional information.

29-June 2, CambriaBall Tournament at Cambria Tarrant Park31 - June 2, Portage Canal Days 2013Canal Days Weekend features encampments and tours of the Historic Indian Agency House and Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters along with a parade, downtown walking tour, live music and food. Sunday you can join the Kids Fisheree and the canoe rides on the Portage Canal. Contact Gil at 742-5054 or 334-4207 for details. www.mainstreetportage.org

31-June 1, Fall RiverVillage Garage Sale & Brat FryBrat Fry located in center of Fall River at The Furniture Service Station. Event sponsored by Fall River Chamber. www.fallriverwichamber.com

JUNEJune-October, ColumbusFarmers Market3pm-6pm, every Wednesday downtown Columbus9am-1pm, every Sunday at Julies Java House, 419 N. Ludington, next to Amtrak

June-October, CambriaFarmers Market 4pm-7pm, every Tuesday in Cambria Tarrant Park

1, CambriaVillage Wide Garage Sales1, PardeevillePardeeville PaddleMeet and shuttle 9:30am-10:30am; launch 11am Paddle from Indian Trails Campground to Portage, enjoy Portages Canal Days, more information at www.wisconsinpaddlers.org

1, Portage Divine Savior Healthcare Run/Walk33rd Annual Run/Walk on Saturday, June 1st at 8:30am. This years Run/Walk will begin on our campus on Portages north side. Runners and walkers will start and stop near Tivoli, our residential facility. All Run/Walk proceeds will go to support Divine Savior Healthcares Community Education Programs. In addition, we are also pleased to host a Kite Flying Festival on our campus following the Run/Walk. Come see the professionals fly their magnificent kites, participate in a kite making workshop and/or bring your own kite to fly bring a lawn chair or blanket and have some free good old-fashioned family fun! 608-745-6289, race fees are posted online at www.dshealthcare.com.

1, July 6, August 3, Sept 7, Portage Portage City Flea Market & City-Wide Rummage Sales7am-3pm, 2013 Portage City Flea Market featuring Crafts, Produce, Antiques, Collectibles, Rummage Sale Items. Indoor/Outdoor so well be there rain or shine! City-Wide Rummage Sales will take place each month coinciding with the flea market weekend. www.ci.portage.wi.us, Parks and Recreation 608-742-2178, [email protected], 300 Superior Street, Portage, WI, First Saturday of June, July, August and September, Free admission - vendor fees apply, Veterans Memorial Fields home of the Columbia County Fair, located next to and inside the Bidwell Building in the center of the area.

1, July 6, August 3, Portage Downtown Walking Tour10am-11am, Spend the morning learning about Historic Downtown Portage. The guided tour starts at the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce office, 104 W. Cook Street, Portage, WI, [email protected], free

1 - 2, Portage Fort Winnebago Surgeons Quarters Season Opening EventsHistoric Reenactment Tuesday Sunday 10 am 4 pmOpen to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift ShopHwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. Free Tours Sunday June 2nd www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

1- 30, PortageFort Winnebago Surgeons QuartersGarrison School HouseHistoric Construction & Gardening in the 1800sHerb Garden on site. Tuesday Sunday, 10 am 4 pmOpen to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift ShopHwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. See website for more details about summer eventswww.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

3, Fall River

Concert in the Park6 pm, Sponsored by the Village of Fall River. Featuring the Fall River High School Pep Band under the direction of Mr. Alex Rambo. Brats & HOME MADE pies will be served. Concert at the Fall River Village Park.

4-August 27, LodiCruise Day Tuesdays6pm-9pm, every Tuesday at All Stop Travel Plaza, Hwy 60 and I90/94, car show and music, www.lodiwisconsin.com

6 - August 8th, Pardeeville Pardeeville Band Concerts and Pie and Ice Cream SocialStarting at 7:00 p.m. every Thursday from the above dates at the Pardeeville Library Lawn.

6-8, Portage Citywide Garage SalesDeals throughout Portage at the Citywide Garage Sales Weekend! List of garage online at www.portagewi.com.

7-8, Portage Art That Blooms 2013Friday, 1pm-8pm and Saturday, 10am-3pm, The Drury Gallery will be transformed into a fantasyland for flower lovers with our annual Art that Blooms exhibit, featuring an array of art by area artists which are paired with fresh floral arrangements inspired by the artwork and created by area floral artists. No charge, www.Portagecenterforthearts.com, Portage Center for the Arts, 608-742-5655, [email protected]

8-9, Wisconsin DellsTaste of Wisconsin Dells 6am-7pm, Saturday, June 8 and 9am-3pm, Sunday, June 9

8, July 13, Aug 10, Sept 14, Oct 12, Portage Portage Days at Historic Indian Agency HouseOn the second Saturday of the month from June to October of our 2013 season, residents of Portage, Wisconsin are encouraged to take a FREE guided tour of the Historic Indian Agency House. In grateful

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recognition of 2013 operations funding granted by the City of Portage, we invite our in-town neighbors to learn more about the historic site that your tax dollars help support. Proof of Portage residency required; call for a list of accepted documents. Please Note: Use of the Nature Trail is an additional fee, except on Nature Trail Tuesdays (2nd Tues. of the month, June to Oct 2013)when Wisconsinites walk for free! www.agencyhouse.org, Destinee Udelhoven, 608-742-6362

11-August 20, FrieslandFriesland Band Concerts and Pie SocialEvery Tuesday evening at 7:30 pm, Friesland Shelter in Downtown Friesland on Cty Hwy EF, just north of Hwy. 33

11, July 9, Aug 13, Sept 10, Oct 8, PortageHistoric Indian Agency House Nature Trail TuesdaysSecond Tuesdays of the month, Wisconsin residents walk the trail FREE (with your Wisconsin drivers license, Wisconsin Student ID Card or an electric bill or other invoice that includes your Wisconsin address. Must be 12 years or older, or accompanied by an adult.) Historic Indian Agency House, Destinee at 608-742-6362

13-August 15, PardeevilleCommunity Band Concerts 7pm, concerts are held on the lawn of the Angie Williams Cox Library in downtown Pardeeville. Pie and ice cream are served by various community organizations.

14-16, ColumbusColumbus Carriage Classic Festivalwww.columbuscarriagefestival.org 15, PardeevilleMoto Static Cruise In & Music Festival9am-5pm, cars and music at beautiful Chandler Park,. For more details visit www.motostatic.com

15, PortageAgency House Flag Day Luncheon and SpeakerCome celebrate with us at the Indian Agency House. http://agencyhouse.org, 608-742-6362, [email protected], reservations encouraged. Fees apply.

20-23, CambriaBooster Club Co-Ed Softball Tournament23, Fall RiverMaggie Mae Concert Savanna OaksWisconsins own Country Sweetheart along with the Heartland Country Band. Performing under the Oaks tent rain or shine Po Boys food and bar available. No carry ins! Call for tickets 920-484-6257 or 920-623-5319, Gates open @ 3pm Show @5pm, www.savannaoakscenter.com 24, July 30, Aug 27, Sept 24, Portage New Beginnings & Fresh Perspectives Summer Speaker Series, Installment 1 of 4The Historic Indian Agency House at Fort Winnebago will host their fourth annual lecture series this summer, with one lecture a month from June to September. More details will be posted as available. Agency House Rd, Portage, WI, Destinee Udelhoven, 608-742-6362, [email protected], http://agencyhouse.org

29, Portage Concert in the Park & Fourth Of July Celebration4pm-10pm, Celebrate Independence Day in Portage. 4pm parade in the downtown area with the UW Marching Band. The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra performs at 7pm at Pauquette Park with a spectacular fireworks show at dusk over the Wisconsin River. Bring

your blankets and lawn chairs to the park or purchase a table at the park for your guests and help sponsor the activities. www.portagewi.com, Call the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce at 742-6242 for additional information, [email protected]

29, Friesland Friesland Fire Department Annual Chicken BBQ Serving from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Shelter

30, July 28, Fall RiverColumbus/Fall River Sno-Blazers Pancake BreakfastHeld at Silver Springs Campgrounds, Ludwig Rd. Rio, WI, Serving from 8:00am to 11:00am

JULY 1- 31, PortageCelebrate your Heritage in July atFort Winnebago Surgeons QuartersTuesday Sunday, 10 am 4 pm. Open to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift ShopHwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. See website for more details about summer eventswww.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

4, CambriaFireworksActivities Downtown Friesland Fireworks at Dusk

4, Friesland Fireworks Christian concert 6:30-8pm, Friesland Band Concert-8:15pm, Fireworks at dusk, Friesland Reformed Church Sunday School serving food beginning at 4pm

4, PardeevillePardeeville Area Business Association Scholarship Breakfast7am-10am, Village Parking Lot across from Kwik Trip, www.villageofpardeeville.net

4, Pardeeville4th of July ParadeStarting at noon

4, ColumbusFirecracker 5 runColumbus Area Chamber of Commerce, 920-623-3699

6, LodiArt in the Parkwww.lodiwisconsin.com

6, Pardeeville2013 Pardeeville TriathlonTransition open at 6:45am, race starts at 8am at Chandler Park

10-14, Lodi Lodi Agriculture FairMusic, Raffles, Food, Softball, Demolition Derby, Tractor/Truck pull, exhibits, horse pull, carnival rides.the Lodi Ag Fair offers something for everyone! The Lodi Agriculture Fair has been a summer event in Lodi for over 147 years. Admission is free and open to everyone! www.lodiagfair.com

10-14, Lodi Lodi/Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce IDOL Competition www.lodiwisconsin.com

12-14, Portage Garden Tractor Daze and Portage 2nd Annual Indoor Farm Toy Show 12pm Friday-12pm Sunday, Garden Tractor Daze at the Columbia County Fairgrounds. Featuring a Garden Tractor show with farm tractors, hit and miss engines, antique farm garden equipment, pedal pull for adults and kids, indoor flea market and farm toy show with an outside garden tractor swap meet. Show starts at noon on Friday and end at noon on Sunday, Columbia County Fairgrounds, Portage, WI, Bret Esse at 608-297-7400

12-13, Portage American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Portage 6pm-9am, Relay For Life is a community event to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and empower individuals to fight back against a disease that takes too much from too many. The Community is welcome to enjoy music, food, fun, entertainment and activities. Opening Ceremony at 6pm, Luminaria Ceremony (candlelight vigil) at 9pm, Closing Ceremony at 9am, www.relayforlife.org/portagewi, Portage High School Track, Kristi Grothman: 608-697-5532, FREE!

13, CambriaCambria Kiwanis Pea & Bean Sale 8am-12pm, Tarrant Park

13, WyocenaKickball Tournament Contact Wyocena Bureau of Fire at 429-3393 for more information.

13, Poynette Outdoor Skills DayEnjoy a variety of outdoor skills; archery, fishing, outdoor cooking, hikes, shooting sports and more. Rotate among the skills at your own pace. Event is free; concession stand is available at added cost. Event is rain or shine, event is 100% outdoors. Families, Scouts, Home school groups and people of all ages welcome. www.mackenziecenter.comThe MacKenzie Center, W7303 County Road CS & Q, Poynette, WI 53955, 2 miles east of Poynette on County Rd. CS, Ruth Ann Lee: 608-635-8105, [email protected], Free event, Concession stand available at added cost


July 2-6, ColumbusColumbus July 4th

CelebrationFiremans Park, celebrate America! is the theme for this years celebration. Free admission & entertainment and of course FUN for any age! July 2 will kick off the celebration with a free family movie in the park beginning at dusk. During the remainder of the celebration you will find many activities including music, food, refreshments, carnival rides, games and a tractor pull. July 4th enjoy the areas largest parade beginning at noon. You will find many family activities in Firemans Park including music in the Entertainment Garden and the carnival continues and the day ends with a huge fireworks display at dusk. Dont miss the fun! For more information about the entertainment and the celebration please go to www.columbus4thofjuly.net Tori Weidemann 920-344-0101


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18-21, Fall RiverBeaner Memorial Tournament Mens and Co-ed Softball at Brayton Park in Fall River

19-20, Portage Hands-On History Childrens Workshop: Native American MoundsThe Historic Indian Agency House will host another installment of their popular Hands-On History youth clinics. This fun and educational workshop will concentrate on the Native American Mounds. The Agency House, which sits on historic Ho-Chunk lands, has a long Native history, making it a particularly appropriate setting to share the arts and traditions of our countrys earliest inhabitants. The Historic Indian Agency House is owned and operated by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of Wisconsin. The site is open to the public May 15 to October 15 annually, and hosts a wide variety of adult and childrens programming throughout the year. http://agencyhouse.org, Indian Agency House, 608-742-6362, [email protected], reservations encouraged. Fees apply.

20, DekorraDekorra - Lake Wisconsin FireworksJoin with your friends and family to celebrate summer at the 9th annual Midsummers Night in Dekorra Fireworks Celebration. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the activities. Climbing Wall, Inflatables, kids games, DJ by Bucky Country 95.9. Food, ice cream, soda and beer are available at the Lake Wisconsin Lions Club concession tent. Festivities start at 5:00 P.M. with spectacular fireworks at dusk. The biggest little fireworks show in the area is located between Lake Wisconsin and Poynette at the corner of Hall and McMillan Road (Locate with Google maps using Hall and McMillan Rd., Poynette, WI). Rain date is Sunday, July 21st.

20, Portage Sand County Fine Arts Festival10am-5pm, Portage Center for the Arts is proud to sponsor the Sand County Fine Arts Festival at the Market Square in Historic Downtown Portage. This is a juried outdoor exhibition for artists both amateur and professional. On display will be art in all mediums, styles, experimental and mixed techniques and creative schools of thought. This is a fine arts exhibit and all work displayed should be for sale. The event also features live music, great food and a beer tent hosted by the Rotary Club. New this year will be a childrens art area. www.portagecenterforthearts.com, 608-742-5655, [email protected]

24-28, Portage Columbia County FairGames, Carnival, Food, Fun for all, www.Columbiacofair.com, Columbia County Fair Grounds, Veterans Memorial Field. Russ Shaw, 608-697-5307, [email protected], Free Parking/Free Admissions/Paid Grandstand. Grandstand Entertainment Wednesday July 24 - Super Cross, Thursday July 25 - Catch a Pig followed by Vince Anthony, Friday July 26 7 p.m. - Tony Rocker and the Comeback Band Concert sponsored by the Columbia County Visitors Bureau. Rain or Shine. $10 in advance or $12 day of show. Call 608-742-6161 for tickets, Saturday July 27 - Demo Derby Sunday July 28 - Tractor/Truck Pull

31, LodiLodi/Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce - Mallards Baseball Night www.lodiwisconsin.com

31August 4, CambriaPark Days Ball Tournament Cambria Tarrant Park

AUGUST 1- 31, PortageTextiles and Fibers from the Past to PresentFort Winnebago Surgeons QuartersTuesday Sunday, 10 am 4 pmOpen to the public. Guided Tours available. Gift ShopHwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. See website for more details about summer eventswww.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

1-4, ArlingtonArlington Firemens Festivalwww.arlingtonfiredept.com

2, CambriaPark Days Fiesta Night Cambria Tarrant Park

3, CambriaPark Days Parade 10am, followed by festivities in Cambria Tarrant Park

3, Portage Super Sidewalk Sales in Downtown Summer sidewalk sales with specials throughout various stores in the downtown, spend $25 in any Portage Main Street downtown business or combination of businesses during the sidewalk sales and you will be eligible for randomly drawn prizes for cash credits. Come shop for the day and enjoy lunch! Main Street Portage at 608-745-1861

4, ColumbusArts & Ales FestivalHome brewers competition, bands, vendors, bean bag tournament, pokers tourney. Hydro Street Brewery, 920-350-0232, [email protected]

9-11, Harmony GroveHarmony Grove Brat & Beer Festwww.lodiwisconsin.com

10, Cambria Kiwanis Corn & Bean Sale8am-12pm, Tarrant Park

10, Portage Kiwanis Ride to Read - Bike Ride FundraiserPlease join the Portage Kiwanis Club in their Metric Century Ride to Read fundraiser pedaling through scenic Amish country with 4 routes available. The proceeds of this fundraiser will be used to purchase books for KIDS. Includes continental breakfast, refreshment stops in route, detailed route map, complimentary gift and SAG wagon if needed. All proceeds will be used to purchase and distribute childrens books. Carefully marked and mapped routes on low traffic roads through Columbia, Marquette and Green Lake Counties. Four route options of 15, 30, 45 and 62 miles (metric century) travel through scenic and historic Amish countryside. Start Location is the Park located along the Canal on Mullett Street just on the East Side of Hwy 51/16. www.kiwanisridetoread.com, 608-742-8841, [email protected], Cost: Pre-registration $25 with t-shirt option, Day of registration $30

16, Portage Kids AquathonAges 5- 12 years old with a swim and run at Silver Lake Beach. Call Myrna at 742-4888

17, Portage Zona Gale Celebrates Friendship Village22nd Annual Zona Gale Celebration Friendship Village A Celebration of Peace, Friendship and Community History. Activities throughout Portage to remember Zona Gale along with a pie and ice cream social on the lawn of the Zona gale home along the Wisconsin River. Rain Location: Portage Public Library. Contact Jeff Grothman: 608-742-2228 (daytime) 608-742-2946(evening) 17, LodiLodi Optimist Pig Roastwww.lodiwisconsin.com

17, Portage Silver Lake TriathlonThe Silver Lake Triathlon is a beginner-friendly event. The race starts at beautiful Silver Lake and continues in the gently rolling countryside of Portage. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, goodie bag, and food. www.silverlaketriathlon.com, Silver Lake Beach, Call Myrna at 608-742-4888

17, Portage Music Fest - 8th Annual6pm-11pm, Music Festival held at Lawton Field (South end of the Fairgrounds) to support the Greater Portage Youth Education Foundation. Tickets are $10 and food and beverage will be available at the event. Tom Pinion at 393-9945, Tickets are $10, with food and beverage available at the event.

23-24, Portage Taste of Portage Market Fair Come enjoy family fun at this event, now celebrating 22 years! There will be great food, live music, kids activities, an art and craft show along with a car show in the downtown. Downtown Portage along Hwy 33 and in the Market Square Parking Lot located at the corner of Hwy 33 and Adams Street. Call the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce at 608-742-6242. www.portagewi.com, [email protected], Aug 23rd, Friday evening and Saturday, Aug 24th

24, CambriaDumps Annual Cancer Run Downtown24, RioRio Street Dance


August 10, LodiSusie the Duck Day

Rotary Parade Lodi Library Run/Walk Lodi YMCA Duckling-A-Thon, Come Celebrate the 30th Annual Susie the Duck Days on August 10th in Lodi Wisconsin. This is a wonderful family day that starts off at 8 a.m. with the Lodi Library run and continues at noon with the Lodi Rotary Parade. Immediately after the parade we launch Duck Derby by dropping 3,000 rubber ducks into Spring Creek where they start they begin their journey traversing waterfalls, rapids on their way to the finish line. The afternoon continues in Lodis two beautiful parks with Goeres Park an adventure land for children with games galore. Relax with a bite to eat with a Taste of Lodi-Lake Wisconsin providing a wonderful assortment of tasty treats while you enjoy Live Music in our beer garden Habermann Park. Admission is Free! I would promote Taste of LodiLake Wisconsin in Habermann Park-we may not have live music this year-Chamber Office: 608-592-4412, www.lodiwisconsin.com


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31, Pardeeville 10th Annual Pardeeville Car & Truck Show8am-4pm www.pardeevillecarshow.com, rain or shine, Chandler Park, Pardeeville

SEPTEMBERSeptember-October, PoynetteCreek Bed Country Farmacy Corn MazeCreekbed Farm LLC, N2760 Mountford Rd., Poynette WI 53955 will have Corn Maze 2013 in September & October. www.creekbedcountryfarmacy.com for more details or 608-635-8798.

1- 30, PortageFort Winnebago Surgeons QuartersHands on History Days by appointmentSchool Tours available by appointmentOpen Tuesday Sunday, 10 am 4 pmOpen to the public. Guided Tours availableGift Shop. Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of PortageSee website for more details about summer eventswww.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

7, Pardeeville Pardeeville Annual Watermelon Festival10am-4pm, Free watermelon (all you can eat), watermelon carving, arts & crafts fair, contests for all ages - speed-eating and seed-spitting competition at Chandler Park in Pardeeville, WI. Good family event with concessions and lots of family fun. 608-697-6744, [email protected], www.pardeevillewatermelonfestival.com

7-8, LodiFall Citywide Garage Saleswww.lodiwisconsin.com 8, Fall RiverColumbus/Fall River Rotary Pancake BreakfastHeld at the Fall River High School

10, Poynette Fund Raiser for our annual PHS Scholarships3pm, Shepherds Meadow Golf Course, Poynette, for more information contact Carla Housner, 608-635-3837 or [email protected]

14, Portage HIAH Living History Event, A Funeral at the Fort: An Exploration of 19th c. Deathways

http://agencyhouse.org, Indian Agency House, 608-742-6362 [email protected]

21, Portage Kids Day10am-1pm, Health, Safety & Environmental Awareness Day - Proceeds from the event will benefit the Portage Library Project. Some of the events for the day include: Spinal, dental and eye screenings, photographed ID kit, Bouncy house, tours of a fire truck, ambulance, school bus and police car. Bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Portage Food Pantry and you will be entered to win a prize. All proceeds from the day will be donated. Culvers in Portage, Free, www.blauchiropractic.com, [email protected]

21, Fall River Sorghum Fest 20137:30am-3pm, Watch Sorghum Processed from field to jar. Pancake breakfast featuring Potato & Buttermilk Pancakes. Large Market with 28 vendors, childrens activities, food & much more. Live music. Free parking/free admission. www.savannaoakscenter.com

28, ColumbusOddtoberfestGerman beer, food, music in the pavilion at Columbus Firemens Park. Sponsored by Oddfellows of Columbus. Details: Steve Black 608-445-6172.

28, LodiBrew-B-Que Downtown Block PartyCome join us for this fun day in downtown Lodi. A main street party that includes our Barbeque Rib Contest, Home Brew Contest, Chili and Salsa Contest. Great Food and live music, kids zone, raffles and more! Sponsored by: Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce, Gates open at 10am5pm, admission is free! Chamber Office-608-592-4412 www.lodiwisconsin.com

OCTOBER1 - 30, PortageFort Winnebago Surgeons QuartersHands on History Days by appointmentSchool Tours available by appointmentTuesday Sunday, 10 am 4 pmGuided Tours available. Gift Shop. Hwy 33 1/2 mile east of Portage. Last Day opened to Public October 15 www.fortwinnebagosurgeonsquarters.org

4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, 31, November 1, 2, PoynetteEvilhill, the haunted house in Dekorra7pm-10pm, We raise monies for the library, food pantry, art club, and boys soccer and other charities, (this includes Poynette and Portage HS soccer) and is held at the old abandoned Dekorra School W8640 Bilkie Rd., Poynette, WI.Its an intense and extremely scary experience, not recommended for children under 8, for more

information go to www.evilhillreturns.com or call 608-635-5195

5, PortageSt Marys Classic Car and Truck Show9am-3pm, Help support the students of St. Marys School at their Classic Car and Truck show. Come out to see our new renovations! $10 donation per vehicle with traditional judging, great food, music and so much more as well as a playground area for kids. Contact Greg at 608-429-4623 for more details on the car show. St. Marys is located in downtown Portage at 309 West Cook Street. www.stmarysportage.org

5, Portage Portage Fall Craft Sale & Holiday Market 20139am-3pm, Please join us for a day of fall fun and shopping featuring arts, crafts and other fun gift ideas! We welcome artisans, crafters, direct sales vendors, and other vendors selling new items. Advance registration

only. Please contact us to obtain a registration form. Columbia County Fairgrounds, 300 Superior St, Portage Parks and Recreation at 608-742-2178, [email protected]

5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, Fall RiverChamber of Horrors Award winning Haunted House-Voted 2012 Winner of Visitor Choice-Favorite in SW Region Located on Heppe Rd. Fall River, WI, Open weekends in October-sponsored by Fall River Chamber of Commerce. www.fallriverhauntedhouse.com

12, PoynetteMacKenzie Environmental Education Center Fundraising BanquetAdvance sales only, Annual MacKenzie Banquet; $40 per person; includes dinner. Raffle tables include firearms, archery, fishing, cash, and more. Banquet is limited to 150 individuals so call soon. All profits from the banquet stay in Poynette to support the Center! The MacKenzie Center is just 25 miles north of Madison. www.mackenziecenter.com or 608-635-8105

12, ColumbusColumbus Fall FestivalAuction, bake sales, vendors, soups at Columbus Senior Center, 920-623-5918

18,19,25,26, CambriaHaunted House7pm-10pm, Cambria EMS & Fire Haunted House

18,19,25,26, Wyocena Haunted Hill7pm-10pm, Contact Wyocena Bureau of Fire at 429-3393 for more information

19, Portage Historic Indian Agency House Fall Mixer & Silent AuctionSave the date and join us for fun at the Historic Indian Agency House. http://agencyhouse.org, 608-742-6362, [email protected]

19, Portage Bethlehem Lutheran Craft Fair9am-2pm, Great variety of crafts and quilts, Bethlehem Lutheran, Hwy 33 East of Portage 2 miles. Cloe 608-429-2363 or Angie 608-742-2785

25-26, PoynetteMacKenzie Environmental Education Centers Annual Haunted Hay Ride 6:30pm-9:30pm both days, join us for a fun and spooky Hay Ride around the MacKenzie Center property. Zombies, Witches, Graveyards, Ghosts and more. $5 for adults, $3 for kids age 3-8; includes a campfire with smores and popcorn. Dress for the weather, costumes welcome. The MacKenzie Center is just 25 miles north of Madison. 608-635-8105 or www.mackenziecenter.com


September 2, RandolphRandolph Community Corn

Carnival3Cs Car Show at the Middle School Back Lot, FFA Breakfast-6:30am, Randolph High School, 110 Meadowood Dr., Parade-10am, Free corn & entertainment in Randolph Park following the parade. Parade contact-Roger Steinhorst, 920-326-5665, www.facebook.com/randolphffaalumni.communitycorncarnival, 3Cs Car Show Contact 920-326-3653, [email protected]

October 12, Wis. Dells4th Dells Chili Cook-Off

10am-5pm


Calendar of Events

December 7, PortageCookie Walk

9am-12pm, Purchase a cookie box filled with a map and specials for $5 at the Portage Chamber office and then collect a cookie at various participating businesses throughout Portage. The Learning Tree Child Care Center will also be onsite at the Chamber office hosting Free Cookie Decorating for all the children that are interested in participating in the Cookie Walk. Begin at the Portage Area Chamber of Commerce, 104 W. Cook St., to pick up a Cookie Box and then head to various businesses picking up a cookie at each one. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce: 608-742-6242, [email protected], www.portagewi.com

26, CambriaCambria PTO & Fire Dept. Halloween Dance Cambria Fire Station Community Center

26, Portage Halloween at the Portage TheatrePortage Theatres is planning a great Halloween themed event for kids in Portage on Saturday, October 26. ! All you have to do is bring a non-perishable food item for the Food Pantry to participate. There will be a costume contest and sidewalk parade leaving from St. Mary parking lot (next to the Theatre along Conant St.). 322 West Wisconsin Street in Downtown Portage, 608-742-6678, www.portagetheatres.com

27, PoynetteApple Palooza Apple Pie Contest, Lapaceks Orchard, www.lapaceksorchard.com

31, CambriaTrick-or-Treat 5pm7pm31, LodiDowntown Trick or Treating 31, PortageCitywide Trick or Treating4pm-7pmSaturday in fall, PoynetteMacKenzie Environmental Education Center Fall Hootenany (date TBD); 6:30-9:30pm, Come celebrate the fall harvest season with a traditional sing-a-long with live music. Bring an instrument and/or your voices. Enjoy seasonal snacks and a visit from Smokey Bear. Event is free. The MacKenzie Center is just 25 miles north of Madison. www.mackenziecenter.com or 608-635-8105

NOVEMBER(TBD)Activate Lodi Health and Wellness Fair www.lodiwisconsin.com

7, Portage Womens Civic League Presents President Teddy Roosevelt7:30 pm, Join the Womens Civic League for A Night with Teddy Roosevelt, featuring Joe Wiegand, who has traveled around the country portraying Teddy Roosevelt, including at the White House. He was also featured in the History Channels mini-series The Men Who Built America. . Portage High School Auditorium, tickets available at the door

9, Leeds8th annual Leeds Holiday Craft Sale 9am-3pm, Leeds Town Hall, N1485 Pribbenow Drive, Arlington. Local crafters will offer jewelry, personal care items, handbags, candles, doll clothes, soaps, cards, painted ornaments, center pieces and more. The Rio Go-Getters 4-H Club will offer holiday wreaths. Baked goods and lunches will be also available. Free. A few booths remain available to those wishing to offer their own crafts. Contact [email protected] or call Jim Foley at (608) 635-2302 for information.

9, Fall River Fall River Fire Dept. Bingo7pm, Held at the Fall River Fire Station

9, Pardeeville Pardeeville Annual Holiday on the LakesFrom 9:00am to 2:00pm. Local businesses have great sales for the Christmas season.

9, CambriaCraft Fair at Cambria-Friesland School

22-23, PoynetteHandcrafted Hoedown for the Holidays Lapaceks Orchard, www.lapaceksorchard.com

22, LodiLodi Wine WalkWelcome to Lodi Wine Walk & Shop! This is your chance to wander through our beautiful downtown and sample a wonderful selection of wine while you visiting all our shops and business owner. Be sure to stay and continue your shopping the following day with Christmas by the Creek! Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce 608-592-4412www.lodiwisconsin.com

23-25, LodiHoliday Open House-Christmas by the CreekKick off your holiday shopping with the unique shops in Lodi. Browse our warm and inviting shops all decked out with the signs and aromas of the holidays season. Have breakfast with Santa, Craft Fair, Childrens cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus, horse drawn hat rides! Lodi and Lake Wisconsin Chamber of Commercewww.lodiwisconsin.com

29, Portage Santa Fly-In at the Portage Airport for 201310am, Come help welcome Santa as he arrives at the Portage Airport. Portage Area Chamber of Commerce: 608-742-6242, [email protected]

29, ColumbusChristmas Lighted Parade6pm, parade with Santa, tree lighting, cookies with Santa at Senior Center. Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce, 920-623-3699

29, Portage Chili Dump at Holiday Parade by Portage Presbyterian Church5pm-8pm, Purchase a bowl of Chili at Commerce Plaza during the Presbyterian Church Chili Dump, $1.00 Donation per Bowl. Sponsored by the Portage Presbyterian Church, Commerce Plaza, Nancy Schaper: 608-742-7242

29, Portage Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting 6:30pm, Watch the Holiday Parade as it travels through Portage to include many holiday floats along with Santa Claus. The tree lighting of the community tree by Santa and holiday music by the Portage High School band will take place in Commerce Plaza immediately following the parade. Complimentary hot chocolate along the route in various areas. Gil 608-742-5054 or 608-334-4207 for additional information

29-30, Portage Portage Theatres Free Kids Movie 2013Come to Portage Theatres for a Free Kids Movie with a non-perishable food item donation. Help us fill the Portage Food Pantry. www.portagetheatres.com, Portage Theatres 608-742-6900

30, RandolphRandolph Chamber Holiday Bazaar9am-3pm, Randolph High School, 110 Meadowood Dr., contact-Tom Cornford-920-382-6567www.randolphwi.net

30, PortageSantas Living Reindeer11am-2pm, Have your photo taken with Santa and his reindeer next to the gigantic tree at Commerce Plaza. Complimentary treats, too. Sponsored by American Way, Commerce Plaza in Downtown Portage, Main Street Portage: 608-745-1861 www.mainstreetportage.org

DECEMBER7, Fall River/ColumbusBreakfast with Santa Co-sponsored by Fall River & Columbus Chambers. Event held at Pavilion in Columbus. Call 920-623-3699 for more information

7, Portage Holiday Open House at Pierces Market Place10am-2pm, Check out the Holiday Deli and Bakery Items with sample assortment of food and deli trays, sample holiday baked goods from our scratch bakery and sample other holiday favorites including eggnog, hot cider, coffee, cheese and popcorn. Pierces Market, 2915 New Pinery Road, Portage, www.piercesmarkets.com

13, Portage Historic Living Windows6pm-7:30pm, Dozens of decorated Shoppe windows in charming, vintage vignettes depicting holiday seasons of old. Street performers, bands, complimentary Treats on the Streets. Downtown Portage, Main Street Portage 608-745-1861, www.mainstreetportage.org

14, CambriaSanta Visit 10am-11:30am, Cambria Community Room

14, Portage Breakfast with Santa at Culvers8am-10am, join us for Breakfast with Santa at Culvers in Portage. There is no fee for breakfast, but we ask that you bring a non-perishable food item for the local food pantry. Breakfast seating is at 8am and then again at 9am. Tickets are needed for this event. Santa will be happy to pose with you for photographs. Please feel free to bring your cameras. Remember all adults must be accompanied by a child. Culvers in Portage, 2733 New Pinery Road, Portage Area Chamber of Commerce, 608-742-6242, [email protected], www.portagewi.com

15, Fall RiverHoliday Fair & Cookie Walk Savanna Oaks Crafters & many Holiday vendors. 10am-3pm, Cookie Walk Featuring 1000s of HOME MADE cookies & treats-Lunch served www.savannaoakscenter.com



Dining

201 Dix St., Columbus

I90/94 Exit 108A, Portage,WI 53901

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608-745-6776121 E. Main St,Sun Prairie, WI608-234-6142

AuthenticMexicanCuisine

Portage: 401 E. Wisconsin St.608-742-8829

Baraboo: 422 Pine St.608-356-9500

Sauk City: 805 Phillips Blvd608-643-4343

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FITZS ONTHELAKEOn Beautiful Lake Wisconsin

W11602 Hwy. VLodi, WI 53555

BreakfastLunch DinnerFriday Fish Fry

Monday Senior MenuOpen 7 Days a Week

(608)592-3302Fax: (608)592-3997

Next to Portage Mobil2733 New Pinery Rd.Portage, WI 53901

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147 N. Main St., Pardeeville, WI608-429-3868 Open 10am - 2:30am

W2164 Hwy 60,Columbus,WI920-623-3113

OpenThursday-MondayServing 4:30 till 9:00Bar Menu til close

Steak Seafood Bar

152 W. James St. Downtown Columbus920-350-0252


Camping, Golfing & Lodging

Super 8 Motel - Portage608-742-83303000 New Pinery Rd.

Portage, WI I-90/94 ExitHwy 78 to Hwy 51N

Where Lifelong Memories Are Made

WildernessWildernessCampgroundCampground

N1499 State Hwy 22Montello, WI 53949Phone: 608.297.2002

Heated PoolSwimming Beach

Weekend EntertainmentGiant Lake Toys

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Lodging

Camping One mile West of Hwy 22 atWyocena on County Hwy G

For reservations call: 608-429-2425or E-mail: [email protected]

or Write: W6560 County G,Pardeeville, WI 53954Golfing

WaupunBoarders Inn & Suites

5 Gateway Dr.,Waupun,WI 53963

Phone: 920-324-2500

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WaupunBoarders Inn & Suites

5 Gateway Dr.,Waupun,WI 53963

Phone: 920-324-2500

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301 Ingalsbe, Columbus(Next to Firemans Park)

920.623.5880

Over 75 years old. Our course has over1,000 mature trees with small greens.

9 Hole Golf Course 37 Par Driving Range Friday Night Fish Fry Regular Menu Bar & Lounge Area

ColumbusCountry Club

Columbus(920) 623-8800

219 Industrial Dr.Columbus, WI 53925

Indoor Pool/Whirlpool Free Continental BreakfastIncludes Hot Food!

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Paul &KathyMartin,Owners920-326-5121 [email protected]

Formerly The Bridge

W11146 Cty. Rd. G Beaver DamWI 53916Located on Beaver Dam Lake

FeaturingA Huge Deck Many Summer &Winter Activities Boat Launch 3 BdrmYear-Round Cottage Rental

A Small Campground with Facilities Serving Homemade Pizza,Burgers and a Variety ofSandwiches &Appetizers

nd us onDockside Pub & Grilleon Beaver Dam Lake

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See us for all yourbanking needs.

www.markesanstatebank.com

Member Federal Reserve

Markesan920-398-2358

Randolph920-326-4131

Waupun920-324-2200

FeilsSupperClubHwy. 73 (2 miles S. of Randolph) 920.326.5544

www.feilssupperclub.com

Wed-Thurs 5pm-9pmFri-Sat 5pm-10pmSun 10:30am-2pmand 4pm-9pm

Closed Mon. & Tues.

Heaven Scent

425 Grove street randolph, Wisconsin920.763.2170 heavenscentbb.com

Bed & Breakfast

Welcome to Randolph, a traditional, small town community located about an hournorth of Madison, bound by two counties, Dodge and Columbia and within 5 milesof shing and recreational lakes, which include Beaver Dam Lake and Fox Lake.

The village has a strong agricultural economic support from the many farmers inthe area. It is proud of that heritage.

920.326.3535

DOWNTOWN RANDOLPH- Serving the Randolph Area For Over 25 Years -

Breakfast & LunchDaily & Weekly Specials Specializing in homemade

pies, soups & breads Friday Fish Fry 11am-7pm Catering services available

Monday-Saturday 5am-2pm & Friday Fish Fry 5am-7pm

1st Monday each month @ 6:30 p.m. Cambria Village Board meeting4th Monday each month @ 6:30 p.m. Cambria CDA meeting1st and 4th Wednesday each month 6:15 p.m. Cambria Kiwanis meeting in Cambria Community Room1st and 3rd Monday each month @ 7:00 p.m. Fire Training Meeting at the Cambria Fire StationEach Monday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm the Chess Club meets @ Cambria Jane Morgan Library - all ages/skills.4th Monday each month @ 7:00 p.m. - EMS Training meeting at the Cambria Fire StationThursday Readers Club at Cambria Jane Morgan Memorial Library - 7:00 pm 3rd Thursday each monthStoryTime at the Cambria Jane Morgan Memorial Library @ 10:00 a.m. 2nd Wednesday each monthMovies at the Library @ 10:05 a.m. Jan. 26th, Feb. 16th, March 16thFeb. 9th Lake Committee Youth Ice Fisheree (Feb. 16th date in case of bad weather)Feb. 14th Valentines Tea Party at Cambria Jane Morgan Memorial LibraryMarch 23rd - Fire Dept. Chili Supper/Euchre/Silent Auction/Gun Rafe/Open House and EMS Bake SaleMarch 23rd - 10:00 a.m. Kiwanis Egg Hunt in Cambria Tarrant Park (C-F School in case of bad weather)Feb. 19th and April 2nd Election in the Cambria Community Room - 115 West Edgewater StreetMay 23rd and 24th from 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. pool registration at Cambria PoolEvery Tuesday June October Farmers Market in Cambria Tarrant ParkMay 29th - June 2nd June Ball Tournament at Cambria Tarrant ParkJune 1st Cambria Village Wide Garage SalesJune 6th Cambria Pool opensJune 10th Summer Library program begins (ends on August 9th)June 20th - 23rd Booster Club Co-Ed Softball TournamentJuly 13th - Cambria Kiwanis Pea & Bean Sale in Tarrant Park from 8:00 a.m. - noonJuly 31st August 4th Park Days Ball Tournament at Cambria Tarrant ParkAugust 2nd Park Days Fiesta Night at Cambria Tarrant ParkAugust 3rd Park Days Parade @ 10:00 a.m. followed by festivities in Cambria Tarrant ParkAugust 10th - Cambria Kiwanis Corn & Bean Sale in Tarrant Park from 8:00 a.m. - noonOctober 18th - 19th and 25th - 26th - Cambria EMS & Fire Haunted House from 7 pm - 10 pmOctober 26th - Cambria PTO & Fire Dept. Halloween Dance at Fire Station Community CenterOctober 31st Cambria Trick-or-Treat hours 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.November 9th Craft Fair at C-F SchoolNovember 11th - December 13th - Cambria Jane Morgan Memorial Library Silent AuctionDecember 14th Santa Visit at Cambria Community Room from 10:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m.

meeting Board Village Cambria p.m. 6:30 @ month each Monday 1stmeeting CDA Cambria p.m. 6:30 @ month each Monday 4th

Room Community Cambria in meeting Kiwanis Cambria p.m. 6:15 month each Wednesday 4th and 1stStation Fire Cambria the at Meeting Training Fire p.m. 7:00 @ month each Monday 3rd and 1st

CAMBRIAFrieslandCambriaFRIESLANDCAMBRIA Friesland

The Friesland Band - Old Fashioned Concerts & Pie Socialsevery Tuesday starting June 11th thru Aug. 20th at 7:30pm

www.cambriafrieslandchamber.comsponsored by CambriaFriesland Chamber of Commerce

cabinets & countertops bedroom sets entertainment centers dining sets computer stations

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countertops & cabinets sets bedroom centers entertainment sets dining stations computer

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106 W. Edgewater Street Cambria 920-348-6090 1-800-636-6090

Custom Built Cabinets & FurnitureCambria-FrieslandAREAEVENTS2013

Nestled in the Northeastern hills of ColumbiaCounty lies the Village of Cambria. Cambria

was founded in 1844 when the Langdon familyerected a saw mill on Duck Creek. Tarrant Lakeborders the local park and offers opportunities

for year-round shing and ice skating. There aremany Amish inuences in the surrounding area

and Cambria is pleased to have Pride Originals,a handmade furniture manufacturer and sales

business, in our downtown.

THIS TRANQUIL, SCENIC, FRIENDLY COMMUNITY EXTENDS AWELCOME TO ALL!

Antiques and Specialty Stores Two Golf Courses Historic Downtown Horse & Carriage Capitol of Wisconsin Delicious Food and Spirits Lodging and More Aquatic Center Energy Sustainability Model Community Amtrak Station

Columbus Visitors Center Downtown 920.623.5325Chamber Office 920.623.3699

www.columbuswichamber.com

www.cityofcolumbuswi .com

COLUMBUS

ome visit Columbus,nestled among gentlyrolling hills, woodlands,

and the Crawsh river. Located inthe southeast corner of ColumbiaCounty, Columbus presents analmost perfect portrait of the late19th century with over 200 century-old commercial and residentialbuildings. You will nd that the Cityof Columbus strives to preserve andpromote its proud heritage.

Located on ve major highwaycorridors, Highways 151, 16, 60, 73,and 89, Columbus is one of the fewcommunities in Wisconsin offeringAmtrak service.

In other words, were an easydestination to get to and enjoy!

Columbus has to offer...

Unique Gifts Jewelry Hallmark CardsSeasonal Decor Yankee CandlesOne-of-a-Kind Treasures

Free Gift Wrapping Personal Service100 S. Ludington, Columbus 920-623-2701

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SHARROWS DOWNTOWNSHARROWS DOWNTOWN

920.623.3060115 N. Ludington St. Downtown Columbussecretgardencolumbus.com

OpenM-F 9-5,Sat 9-1

Fresh Cut and Silk ArrangementsFlowering & Green Plants

Unique GiftsHome and Garden Decor

Candy Bouquets & Candy GramsGift Baskets

Outdoor Garden Patio

www.columbuswichamber.comShop, Tour & Discover Columbus

Columbus AreaChamber of CommerceColumbus AreaChamber of Commerce

WISCONSIN

Featuring: Historic Architecture Antique Shops Specialty Shops Artisans Food & Spirits

Services Carriage Showroom

Filming site of Public Enemies starring Johnny Deppwith memorabilia at 128 West James Street

Columbus Visitor Center128 West James Street, Columbus, WI 53925

920-623-5325 [email protected] us on Facebook at Visit Downtown Columbus

50% OFFAppetizer

with the purchase of any beverageMust present coupon at time of purchase.

152 W. James St. Downtown Columbus 920-350-0252 hydrostreetbrew.com

152 W. James St. Downtown Columbus

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CustomUpholsteryUpholstery on site, and a large selectionof vintage style fabricsCAROUSEL ANTIQUES & UPHOLSTERY132 W. James St., Columbus 920-623-5309

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C olumbus Horse & CarriageFestival - June 15-16Imagine an entire city turning back the clock to 1864,transforming itself into the Victorian-era communityit once was during the Civil War. Welcome to theColumbus Horse & Carriage Festival, staged annuallyin Columbus, Wisconsin.The festivals featured event is the pleasure drivingshow. Horse and carriage competitions take placeon the grounds of the historic Firemans Park. Alsofeatured is an encampment of Civil War reenactors,a grand parade of period horse-drawn carriages andCivil War reenactors, period dance, music, womenin period clothes, costumed actors and residents,lawn parties, and authentic activities to honor thecommunitys role during the Civil War.We hope youll join us Fathers Day weekend.Admission is free.

For more information go towww.columbuscarriagefestival.com

olumbusJuly 4thCelebration

will be held July 2 - 6in Fireman's Park.

Celebrate America!Free admission & entertainment and of course FUN for any age!

July 2nd will kick off the celebra-tion with a free family movie in thepark beginning at dusk. During theremainder of the celebration youwill nd many activities includingmusic, food, refreshments, carnivalrides, games and a tractor pull.

July 4th enjoy the areas largestparade beginning at noon. Youwill nd many family activities inFireman's Park including music inthe Entertainment Garden and thecarnival continues and the day endswith a huge reworks display atdusk. Don't miss the fun!

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