Stick around after the evening performance of Uncle Vanya for a closer look at the skies above! Joined by the UW and Iowa County Astronomy Clubs, this free event invites attendees to explore the night sky from the Hill Theatre Lobby as part of American Players Theatre's inaugural Wellness Weekend.
Take in the beauty of American Players Theatre from a whole new perspective as you move, stretch, and breathe in a peaceful outdoor air on the Hill Stage during APT's inaugural Wellness Weekend! Led by Emily Benz of Rural Remedy, this hatha vinyasa-style class welcomes both first-time and seasoned yogis to move with fluid motion, feel your feet firmly beneath them, and breathe steadily to create connections to the body.
Join American Players Theatre and Kindled Community Sauna by coming out to enjoy community-style, wood-fired sauna and cold plunge sessions for its inaugural Wellness Weekend!
Rest and reset with this quieter yoga asana practice held in a peaceful outdoor setting as part of the Wellness Weekend at American Players Theatre! Led by Emily Benz of Rural Remedy, this session emphasizes slow movements, long breaths, and restful poses, concluding with a grounding pranayama (breath practice). This restorative class offers a wonderful opportunity to take in the beauty of APT from a whole new perspective and warmly welcomes both first-time and seasoned yogis
The Spring Green Farmers Market operates year-round, rain or shine, offering the best in local produce and handcrafted goods. The market's mission is to support local farmers, food producers, and artists while providing a forum for a healthy community. Shoppers are invited to enjoy coffee, baked goods, and live music while browsing fresh items like flowers and vegetables. During the Summer Market (mid-May to mid-October), vendors gather every Saturday morning outside the Spring Green Community Library from 9am - 12pm.
Companion planting is at the center of any good organic gardening plan. Join Kitchen Gardener Abbie Lehman at Taliesin to learn how to harness the power of companion planting with native plants to create a happier and healthier garden! Participants will learn companion planting methods, discover native plants in the area, understand the benefits they provide, and learn how to incorporate them. Plus, participants will make and take home a botanical print of their favorite native plant from the Kitchen Garden.
Watch for Laura Druckrey’s pottery in the Glass Case Gallery throughout the month of July. Laura tells about herself and her work, “I discovered my passion for pottery as a sophomore while attending Wisconsin Lutheran High School in the city where I was born and raised: Milwaukee. That passion continued through college, where I pursued ceramics as an independent minor and earned degrees in Early Childhood Education and Spanish. After graduation, I began working in Milwaukee Public Schools while earning a third teaching license, this one in Bilingual Education. Teaching and studying left little time for the wheel, but I never lost my love for it.
Artist Christl Iausly is sharing her wildflower artwork in the Community Room Gallery during the month of July.
Christl’s wildflower art is created by hand using self-collected flowers, leaves, twigs and more—most collected from her own gardens. She dries and presses these natural elements and creates original designs with them mounted on handmade papers. Every design is unique. Some include calligraphy.
Magic the Gathering players are invited to Moerke Cards for casual commander and trading all day. This weekly gathering welcomes players of all experience levels each Saturday.
Don your finest hat and dust off your claws for a morning tea event at the library. Attendees will enjoy a delightful morning of tea etiquette lessons, delicious finger foods, and refreshing drinks, along with the opportunity to take home a memorable photo with a special dinosaur guest. Guests are warmly encouraged to arrive in fancy dress or a full dinosaur costume.
Join Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide Kate Bast of Shinrin-yoku Madison for a meditative Forest Bathing Session in the woods of American Players Theatre, as part of the Wellness Weekend! Forest bathing and forest therapy (or shinrin-yoku) is the conscious and contemplative practice of being immersed in the sights, sounds, and smells of the forest.
Join Certified Mindfulness Instructor, Lisa Thomas Prince, for an energetic discussion on caring for your well-being, body, and mind as part of American Players Theatre's Wellness Weekend! Held at John's Place, this engaging introduction invites you to explore Qigong as it was traditionally intended—a moving meditative practice rooted in the rhythms and intelligence of nature. This session offers both insight and inspiration, highlighting how time in nature enhances relaxation, attention, and overall well-being while supporting the gentle, regenerative qualities of Qigong.