Arcadia Books invites the community to stop in during store hours to write and send a card to someone they love. The bookstore provides both postcards and stamps to encourage a dose of human connection.
Deb Cavanaugh's quilts are on display in the Community Room Gallery throughout August, showcasing her 50-year journey in quilting inspired by her husband's grandmother. An additional presentation will occur on August 18 at 2 PM. The exhibit is open during library hours, and visitors can access it via the circulation desk.
Paul Joseph Ryan exhibits "The Little Strange Forest in the Library" at the Glass Case Gallery in August. An artist and poet, Ryan expresses his love for libraries as a sanctuary for imagination. The exhibit explores perception beyond sight, emphasizing dreams and boundless potential. It is open during regular library hours.
Deb Cavanaugh's quilts are on display in the Community Room Gallery throughout August, showcasing her 50-year journey in quilting inspired by her husband's grandmother. An additional presentation will occur on August 18 at 2 PM. The exhibit is open during library hours, and visitors can access it via the circulation desk.
As part of the 2026 "Unearth A Story" Summer Reading Program, the Lone Rock Community Library hosts "Build-a-Beast Habitat: Dino World Design".
Join the Savanna Institute's monthly virtual meetup for Wisconsin, Illinois, and Iowa farmers. This gathering is designed for those currently practicing agroforestry or looking to integrate trees into their farms to connect, share experiences, and learn from one another.
Guests curious about their favorite animals are invited to the library for a special afternoon with Noelle and her remarkable Zoozort animals. This event is a fun, educational experience packed with fascinating discoveries for attendees of all ages.
Join the Savanna Institute for an insightful farm tour in Spring Green to explore the design process behind a newly planted windbreak at Valley Farm. Farm director Erik Hagan will explain how the windbreak was installed this spring, outline expectations moving forward, and share important lessons learned from the project.
The Spring Green General Store’s Stitch and Bitch handwork group meets Thursday afternoons weekly. All are welcome.
The River Valley area public libraries and the River Valley Broadband Initiative host a tech help drop-in session. Community members can visit the Lone Rock Library on the second Thursday of the month for assistance with their technology. If you need additional help with your technology, the River Valley Tech Help Line is available via phone or email to set up an in-person appointment at your local library or community center.
Shop, listen to music, grab local eats, and spend time with friends at the Discover Driftless Thurs 'Day to Eve' Market in Lone Rock. The market balances the simplicity and authenticity of a local market with the welcoming atmosphere of a community event, offering a day-into-evening experience that captures the spirit of the Driftless region. Vendors interested in showcasing their small business can message Discover Driftless to participate.
The Lone Rock Farmers Market gathers every Thursday, featuring local artisans and farmers offering a variety of goods.
Home gardeners are also encouraged to bring their overstock to sell. Vendors can set up for a $10 weekly fee with no pre-registration required.
Join the Savanna Institute at Valley Farm for a fun and educational elderberry harvest! Elderberry Breeder Lily Hislop is gathering feedback on people's plant and picking preferences, so guests can learn about the fruit, share their thoughts, and take home as many berries as they would like. A brief harvest "how-to" session begins at 4:15 PM, followed by a self-directed harvest from 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Participants should bring their own containers, though spare buckets will be available for a suggested donation.
Reading to a dog is a wonderful way to build reading skills and confidence. Readers ages 5 to 12 can sign up for a 15-minute slot to sit down and read aloud with a registered therapy dog, such as Dealer or Luna. Children can bring a favorite book or try a new one from the library's collection.
Pokémon fans are invited to gather for an evening of trading and connecting with fellow collectors. Hosted weekly by Moerke Cards, the event provides a dedicated space and welcoming atmosphere for participants to trade cards and share their hobby with the local community.
Have a direct voice in local land stewardship by helping shape the future of the Sauk County Forest. Sauk County Parks and Recreation is drafting a new master plan for the property and is seeking ideas on how the outdoor space can better serve the community.
Tuesday and Thursday evenings (weather permitting). Casual and fun community soccer play for teens and adults. Meet at the Intermediate School soccer fields.
Come enjoy an evening of great tunes and vibes with this local performance.
Pack a picnic and head to the APT grounds for an evening of free, live acoustic music. Whether you're just looking for a beautiful spot to eat dinner or you're warming up for an evening of theater (play tickets sold separately), everyone is welcome to enjoy the tunes.
Join us for exciting Thursday games from May to August, featuring three matches at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 PM with concessions available!
The Buena Vista Lions Club is hosting a summer cornhole league. Players of all skill levels are welcome to toss some bags and have a blast with friends, neighbors, and fellow cornhole fanatics. Concessions will be available on-site during league play.
A River Valley School Board meeting will be held at the Intermediate School Library, 660 W. Daley Street, Spring Green, Wisconsin.