From Ripon Area School District
A Great Time for a Great Cause
The Second Annual Great Conversations Dinner
Friday, March 19, Ripon College Great Hall
A fun night of fine dining and intimate conversation led by authors, professors, professionals and community leaders.
Each table of eight will be hosted by an industry expert.
Sponsored by the Education Foundation of Ripon.
Benefiting scholarships for Ripon High School graduates
Contact the Ripon Chamber for more information at 920-748-6764.

The Ultimate Date Night with Jay & Laura Laffoon at the Green Lake Conference Center - Green Lake Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

An evening of music, comedy and laughter with nuggets of wisdom sprinkled in for all married couples. Buffet dinner and program.

$47.00 per couple. Add $86.00 per couple for Bauer Lodge room (includes breakfast buffet Sunday). Register by March 15 - call 920-294-3323. For more information visit www.celebratenet.com or www.glcc.org.
 

Heaven’s Touch Photography Open House, 151 S Adams, snacks, refreshments and specials, contact Mandy at 361-4270.

Spring is the time to start thinking about home makeovers and projects, and the Ripon Area Home Show will be a great place to get ideas on what to do and how to do it. Builders, contractors, landscapers and other businesses that cater to homeowners will be on hand to display their products and talk about their services on Saturday, March 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Comfort Suites Royal Ridges Conference Center in Ripon.

Click here for more details.

Mindfulness • Friday, April 9
With multiple personal and professional demands it is often challenging to be present and focused at each moment. Mindfulness is the ability to pay attention in a particular way - on purpose, in the present moment and non-judgmentally (Jon Kabat-Zinn). Learn techniques to enhance your mindfulness in such a way that enhances your work and personal life.

Seminars are scheduled in Agnesian HealthCare’s Plaza Level Conference Center, 430 E. Division Street, Fond du Lac from 8 to 10 a.m. A continental breakfast is provided at 7:30 a.m.
Class size is limited to 60 people. Call Cheryl or Chris at Integ▼Net Corporate Consulting Services to register or for more information at (800) 458-8183 or (920) 924-0614.

Exploritas: Explore the Writer in you at the Green Lake Conference Center - Green Lake

Exploritas - formerly known as Elderhostel - is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. They are offered at Green Lake Conference Center on topics including writing, golf the environment, railroads, mystery, antiques and Wisconsin. Select your program on the Internet (www.elderhostel.org) or call Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056. You can also contact Pat Zimmer at the Green Lake Conference Center: 920-294-7365, patzimmer@glcc.org or check out www.glcc.org for more information. 

A party with a purpose. Wear your jeans and pearls and join us for a fabulous evening of wine tasting, live & silent auctions and raffles.  Beautiful food with Beautiful presentation from numerous area food vendors.   

Location: Royal Ridges

Event Time: 6pm-7pm wine tasting, 7pm-10pm party

More Information: Contact Danelle Phillips at 920-748-0405

Little White Schoolhouse, Birthplace of the Republican Party, opens for the season.

Come and see the newly restored one-room Schoolhouse where the Republican Party was founded in 1854. Local, political and education history. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Daily June through Labor Day. Weekends May, September & October.

Maps available by April 28, 2010 at the Chamber office located at 550 Mill St. in Green Lake. For more information please call the Chamber at 920-294-3231.

Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Caestecker Library - Green Lake        

For more information please call 920-294-3572.

Five By Design's creative talents go far beyond their vocal prowess. As the creative talent behind Radio Days, Club Swing, and Stay Tuned, their productions showcase the group's penchant for storytelling and the comedic. Whether backed by symphony orchestra or studio big band, Five By Design embraces the unforgettable melodies, lush harmonies, and swinging rhythms that evoke the names of Miller, Mancini and Mercer. Event at 7:30pm, Tickets: $26.00, for more information call 920-294-4279 or go visit their web site at: www.thrasheroperahouse.com.                                                   

Contact: MaCinco de Mayo Fiesta / Mexican Appetizer Challenge
tt Schneider at 920.295.3333
Location: Stars & Strikes, 435 W. Water St.
Description: Great food, authentic music. FREE!  2pm

Description: 9am-4pm Fun for the whole family. Old and New cars, trucks, bikes. Food and drinks available.  Music, trophies and raffles.
Location: Good Old Days
Contact: Cathy Vales at 920.295.6358

Green Lake Women's Club Flower Sale - Green Lake                                                            

Green Lake Business and Professional Women's Club will hold their annual Flower Sale on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 9am to noon in the Green Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Parking Lot at 550 Mill Street in Green Lake.  For more information please call Mary Rowley at 920-294-6363.

Every Wednesday and Saturday afternoon from 1pm - 4pm come and visit our Farmer's Market located on the SW corner of South St. & Lake St. in Green Lake. Call the Green Lake Area Chamber of Commerce for more information at 920-294-3231.

 Exploritas: Golf on the Courses of Lawsonia at the Green Lake Conference Center

Exploritas - formerly known as Elderhostel - is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. They are offered at Green Lake Conference Center on topics including writing, golf the environment, railroads, mystery, antiques and Wisconsin. Select your program on the Internet (www.elderhostel.org) or call Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056. You can also contact Pat Zimmer at the Green Lake Conference Center: 920-294-7365, patzimmer@glcc.org or check out www.glcc.org for more information. 

Description: The silliest annual event around! Shopping, food, music, fun, prizes! Low-flying chickens! Come try your luck at our annual shindig. Silliness encouraged!
Location: Downtown Princeton

Description: 1:30pm.  A Memorial visit to a local cemetery.  Learn about early settlers and family origins.
Location:  Meet in the City Triangle Parking Lot

Historical Museum opens and will be open the 2nd and 4th weekend of every month thru Labor Day, or by appointment. Please call 361-2460.

The Green Lake Memorial Day Parade starts Monday, May 31, 2010 at 8:30am by Caestecker Public Library and continues to the Mill Street Bridge where a ceremonial wreath is tossed from the bridge. The parade then continues to the Green Lake School for a Memorial Day Ceremony at 9am. Following the Ceremony there will be 2 presentations at the Dartford Cemetery and 1 following at the Blufton Cemetery. Thanks to the generosity of the community, Red Geraniums will be placed on all the veterans’ gravesites. Donations are still being accepted for the geraniums and with a donation of $25 or more you will receive a commemorative "Green Lake Red Geranium Memorial Day Fund" button. For more information please contact Greg Becker at 294-3731 about the Red Geraniums or the Green Lake School at 294-6411 about the Parade and Ceremony. 

Chamber Golf Scramble (Chamber fundraiser)

Noon Shotgun start.  Mascoutin Golf Course ~ Berlin.

Reservations required (920) 748-6764

Green Lake Association's Kayak/Canoe Green Lake's Inlet - Green Lake

Saturday June 5th, 8-10am - Kayak/Canoe Green Lake's Inlet sponsored by the Green Team. Join local artist and ornithologist, Tom Schultz, for a paddling exploration of the lower portion of Silver Creek. View three Conservancy Partnership properties from the water in addition to a number of resident birds. For more information, please visit www.greenlakeassociation.com or call 920-294-6480. RSVP is not mandatory but very much appreciated.

Exploritas: All About Wisconsin at the Green Lake Conference Center - Green Lake 

Exploritas - formerly known as Elderhostel - is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. They are offered at Green Lake Conference Center on topics including writing, golf the environment, railroads, mystery, antiques and Wisconsin. Select your program on the Internet (www.elderhostel.org) or call Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056. You can also contact Pat Zimmer at the Green Lake Conference Center: 920-294-7365, patzimmer@glcc.org or check out www.glcc.org for more information. 

Exploritas: Golf on the Courses of Lawsonia at the Green Lake Conference Center

Exploritas - formerly known as Elderhostel - is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. They are offered at Green Lake Conference Center on topics including writing, golf the environment, railroads, mystery, antiques and Wisconsin. Select your program on the Internet (www.elderhostel.org) or call Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056. You can also contact Pat Zimmer at the Green Lake Conference Center: 920-294-7365, patzimmer@glcc.org or check out www.glcc.org for more information.

Enjoy the rare opportunity to pet a baby Clydesdale, Tour, grandstand show & free photo. Reservations required (920)748-5466

The deVillebillies at Deacon Mills Park Starlight Stage - Green Lake

Country music just isn't country anymore.  Gone are the drinkin' and cheatin' songs that made this America's music.  Now you have an alternative:
  The deVillebillies were conceived after an all night Old Milwaukee party on the dilapidated redwood deck of an Airstream trailer.  Stroke of genius, or just another drunken idea?  Either way, this ain't your Daddy's Caddy.  Realizing that most top 40 cover bands made better tranquilizers than roadhouse rockers, the deVillebillies decided to add a little turbo to the twang.  Playing to capacity crowds of 30+ people nightly while honing their skills in the tough honky tonks of Nashvegas, the deVillebillies soon found their $200 pay for the night wouldn't cover their $300 bar bill.  So, they cashed in the aluminum cans laying around their yards, and bought a '23 Olds truck to hit the road & play REAL country music at a honky tonk, roadhouse, or festival near you.  So as long as the beer keeps flowing, the truck keeps running, and people like you want to hear REAL music made by REAL people, dVb will be bringing the trailer park party to you. The deVillebillies self-titled debut CD has gotten radio airplay from Chicago to Australia, and on the internet.

The Concert in the Park begins Wednesday evening in Deacon Mills Park at 6:30 pm. So come and gather in front of the Starlite Stage for two hours of live music. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the live music!

Berlin Chamber of Commerce sponsored COMMUNITY Steak Fry - The Great Berlin Grill Out! Contact the Chamber 361-3636.

Susan Werner at the Thrasher Opera House - Green Lake Singer/Songwriter whose contemporary folk, jazz and pop are delivered with a sassy wit and classic Midwestern charm. 'Susan Werner, a clever songwriter and an engaging performer, brings literacy and wit back to popular song.' The New Yorker. Time of event is 7:30pm, Tickets: $18.00, for more information call 920-294-4279 or go visit their web site at: www.thrasheroperahouse.com.

Summer Solstice:  Have FUN at Green Lake's Biggest Pajama Party, Bed Races, Contests: Cutest PJ- Cutest Bedroom Slipper-Howl at the Moon, Adult Tricycle Races, Music, Clowns, Face Painting, Raffle-for one or more Green Lake Gift Baskets, Jar Guess (in participating businesses & at the Chamber booth), Medallion Hunt. New this year: Pig Roast and Chicken BBQ plus other Food & Refreshments.  For information please call the Chamber at 920-294-3231.

Description: Come visit our local history collections from 1pm – 4pm.

A family-friendly living history event featuring Native American, Voyageur, Civil War, Trader, Pioneer, Cowboy, and other 19^th century encampments, demonstrations and activities. Visit the Ripon Chamber for more details.

Description: Shotgun start @ noon.
Location: Lawsonia Golf Course
Contact: Danelle Phillips at 920.748.0405 or Molly Finger at 920.748.9178

Copper Box performs music that crosses boundaries as effortlessly as a supersonic jet. The talented group draws inspiration from rock, polka, blues and Zydeco, resulting in a fusion of sound that captivates listeners and creates a musical melting pot of American rhythms. Visit www.copperboxsite.com for more information about the band.

Fun for the whole family! Food, Activities, Music and More! Visit Heidel House website for more information.

Description: Parade at 5:00 p.m. down Water Street to City Park. Fireworks, food, music & games in park.

A dazzling display fills the sky at dusk. Bring a picnic and enjoy the evening. Murray Park.

Green Lake Yacht Club's Special Race - Open to all types of sailboats. Contact Sue Weston at 920-229-7840 for more information.

Games, food & refreshments, duck races, farmers market, live music, and more in Playground & Deacon Mills Parks starting at 2 p.m.  A Hometown Parade through downtown Green Lake will be at 5 p.m.  Fireworks at dusk over beautiful Green Lake, on a barge in Dartford Bay.  The Chamber organizes this event and the fireworks are paid for by donations.  Donations are appreciated and are tax deductible.  Checks should be made out to the Green Lake Fund and sent to the Green Lake Area Chamber at PO Box 337, Green Lake, WI 54941.  For more information please call the Chamber at 920-294-3231.

Markesan Lions Family July 4th weekend at Soldiers and Sailors Park on Little Green Lake. Food stand, beverage tent, kids and adult games, FIREWORKS, Chicken BBQ picnic and live band.

More information please click here.

July 4th Themed Boat Parade. All decorated water crafts are welcome to participate! Decorate your boat in your favorite "Movie" theme.  The parade begins in Sunset Park at 2:00pm.  Follow the LEAD boat on the route that will pass Heidel House, Oakwood Point, Deacon Mills Park, GL Marina, Hattie Shorewood, Norton's and end in front of the Angel Inn where all boats may disperse.  2010 Theme, "Cheeseburger in Paradise".

For more information, call the Chamber at 920.294.3231.

UW Marching Band will be performing and Andy's Automatics - An original blend of Honky Tonk, Rockabilly and REAL Country Music! Family Picnic Night is the committees main fund raiser. A boxed lunch with your choice of hot dogs, brats and/or burgers along with a bag of chips and soda is available at a very reasonable cost. The Picnic and the support from local businesses enable us to continue with the concert series. Family Picnic Night will include an appearance by members of the UW Marching Band, thanks to Crystal Carew. The Concert in the Park begins Wednesday evening in Deacon Mills Park at 6:00 pm. So come and gather in front of the Starlite Stage for two and a half hours of live music. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the live music!

Saturday, July 10th, 9-11am - Mitchell's Glen Tour sponsored by the Green Team. Explore the glen with local biologist and educator Tom Eddy. This Conservancy partnership property includes 12.2 acres of maple-basswood climax forest, unique geological formations, outstanding biodiversity, and spring-fed waters that drain into Green Lake. Space is limited and reservations are mandatory. Please call the GLA office at 920-294-6480.

Pat McCurdy at Deacon Mills Park Starlight Stage

"We could call it cabaret, but cabaret can be so precious," says Milwaukee musician Pat McCurdy of his semi-legendary live act. "We think of it as musical comedy, or an interactive whatever. It's more like a meeting with friends."

... with dinner at the Boston Farm

Double header with dinner at the Boston Farm in Green Lake. Circle of Sounds Strings student/faculty orchestra & guest soloists, 5pm. International Dinner 6:30pm. Le Vent du Nord 8:00pm. For more information visit www.greenlakefestival.org or call 920-748-9396.

Chamber Music Camp with the Amelia Piano Trio. For high school and college students - Ripon College Campus. For more information visit www.greenlakefestival.org or call 920-748-9396.

Description: Come visit our local history collections from 1pm ¨C 4pm

Description: Open house featuring wagon rides to the herd, food, crafters, a spinner and the Voyageur canoe. 10am – 4pm

The Back Alley Band in Deacon Mills Park Starlight Stage - Green Lake

The Back Alley Band is known for spreading the great feel of the blues. It’s the same feeling you get when you hear Blues in a commercial, a TV show or a movie. Anywhere you hear the Blues, you feel it - down deep. You WILL get the feeling when you hear The Back Alley Band. It’s a blend of Chicago and Austin Blues. We take it, mix it up, spice it up, rev it up - Back Alley style.

The Concert in the Park begins Wednesday evening in Deacon Mills Park at 6:30 pm. So come and gather in front of the Starlite Stage for two hours of live music. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the live music!

7/17-24   Conference for Church Musicians at the Green Lake Conference Center - Green Lake

Conference for Church Musicians July 17-24, 2010. Sponsored by the Fellowship of American Baptist Musicians, this week's clinicians include: Adult Choral; Youth Choral; Children’s Choral; Handbells; Piano; Organ; Instrumental and Worship. More details are available on the FABM Website: www.fabm.com. Visit www.glcc.org for more information.

Saturday, July 24 at 6:30pm Norton's of Green Lake will host their 3rd Annual Waterski Show (www.pewaukee.waterski.org) and Live Music following the Ski show.  For more information please call 920-294-6577 or visit www.nortonsofgreenlake.com.

The Second City is the most famous brand in live comedy. Performing a blend of classic scenes from their nearly fifty year archive, material ripped from the day's headlines and their trademark improvisation, a night with The Second City is a laugh filled, once in a lifetime event. Hilarious, spontaneous, topical and insightful.

To be in tournament entry deadline is July 10th.

For complete details please click here.

Choral Institute for amateur and professional high school and adult singers with Stephen Alltop, Music Director at Ripon College Campus. For more information visit www.greenlakefestival.org or call 920-748-9396.    

Oldies 50's & 60's Rock. The Concert in the Park begins Wednesday evening in Deacon Mills Park at 6:30 pm. So come and gather in front of the Starlite Stage for two hours of live music. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the live music!                                                          

Annual Bugle Mouth Bass Tournament at Riverside Park. Contact Mark VanOrnum 229-2424.
Family Fun - Entertainment - Door Prizes all day long!

The Liberty Bluegrass Band at Deacon Mills Starlight Stage - Green Lake

Liberty Bluegrass Band was 2008 WAMI CD Roulette winning & 2008 nominated Bluegrass Band of the Year. The Liberty Bluegrass Band is dedicated to traditional bluegrass music. No electric instruments, just wood, metal, strings & a lot of heart going into every song. Great fun for the entire family! To get a preview - visit www.libertybluegrassband.com.  The Concert in the Park begins Wednesday evening in Deacon Mills Park at 6:30 pm. So come and gather in front of the Starlite Stage for two hours of live music. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the live music!

SAGBRAW® Bike Ride Final Leg Tour Stop - Green Lake

Bikewisconsin.com's oldest cross-state bicycle tour, SAGBRAW® will be arriving in Green Lake August 5^th and leaving August 6^th. There will be approximately 400 bike riders.

Green Lake Association's Indian Mound & Artifact Tour - Green Lake

Saturday, August 7th, 9-11am - Indian Mound & Artifact Tour sponsored by the Green Team. This outing will consist of a bicycle tour of a portion of Green Lake's south lakeshore to view and learn about some of the surviving effigy mounds and Native American history in our area. For more information, please visit www.greenlakeassociation.com or call 920-294-6480.

Green Lake Yacht Club's Annual Meeting and Picnic. Contact Sue Weston at 920-229-7840 for more information.

The really big event this weekend is, of course, COOKIE DAZE…

Family-oriented community event that includes a fantastic display of youth and adult exhibits, from flowers and artwork to photography and animals.  While visiting take in the sights and sounds of a wide-variety of entertainment acts, educational programs, contests, carnival rides, ATV races, demolition derby, tractor pull, tasty foods and numerous vendors. FREE Admission!  Located in the beautiful city of Green Lake near the shores of Big Green Lake.  "The best little Fair around!"  For more information please call the UW Extension Office at 920-294-4032 or check out the website at: http://greenlake.uwex.edu/GreenLakeCountyFair.html

Saturday, August 7th, 9-11am - Indian Mound & Artifact Tour sponsored by the Green Team. This outing will consist of a bicycle tour of a portion of Green Lake's south lakeshore to view and learn about some of the surviving effigy mounds and Native American history in our area. For more information, please visit www.greenlakeassociation.com or call 920-294-6480.

Harvest Festival, free corn, games and activities starting at 4:30-7:30. The Little Red Dairy Barn/FFA and Markesan Lions and Sno Drifters will be serving food, refreshments and ice cream treats. Russ and Ron will provide music. Dizzy D and Community Options will provide games and entertainment; at 6 p.m. will be the Pinata Ceremony. Stubby's Wiffle Ball Tournament, and Lions street dance, parade, and live music. For more information please call toll free 888-LT GREEN (888-584-7336).

Description: Princeton has some crazy, crazy merchants who sell their wares at crazy prices during Crazy Days.  Walk the streets of Princeton, take advantage of the craziest sales ever and enjoy lunch or dinner at one of our fine eating establishments.

Description: The oldest church picnic in the state is a homecoming or new experience for hundreds. Enjoy food, music, games and good company. (Approx. 11:00 a.m. after Sunday service.)
Location: St. John’s Catholic Church

Fine Arts Show, 10am-5pm both days, in Playground Park-downtown Green Lake. Over 100 Artists exhibiting their original works including watercolor, oil paintings, pottery, fiber art, wildlife and much more. Food and refreshments available. For more information, call Guy Rossberg at (920)294-3955 or visit www.greenlakeartshow.com.  Saturday, August 14 and Sunday, August 15 live entertainment from 10am-5pm. 

Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Caestecker Library - Green Lake 

For more information please call 920-294-3572.

Description: Come visit our local history collections from 1pm – 4pm.

Location:  Two museums:  630 W. Water and 632 W. Water

Green Lake Area Animal Shelter.  6th Annual Open House. N6217 Busse Drive, Green Lake. For more information, contact GLAAS at 920.294.3042 or visit www.glaas.org.                                                        

Showcasing our area artists.  This 3rd Annual event will be held on Saturday, August 21, 2010 from 4 to 8 p.m.  Participating businesses will feature area artists.  Banners painted by artists as well as students, and residents will be displayed on the street poles in Green Lake during the month of August.  For more information please contact the Green Lake Area Chamber at 800-253-7354.

The 6th Annual Chalk Art Festival is hosted by the Green Lake Area Chamber Arts Network. The event is to be held August 21st from 10am – 4pm on Mill St. in downtown Green Lake. The theme is ‘Life on the Lake’. For a $10.00 fee, chalk artists will receive a box of chalk pastels and will be turned loose onto a blank, 4 x 4 foot asphalt canvas. Registration takes place on the day of the event. Prizes will be awarded in age categories of under five, 5-7, 8-15, 16 and over. Judging will take place at 4pm and the lucky winners in both children and adult categories will be taking home cash prizes for their creative efforts. Those competing I the category of professional artist will be vying for a different award of prestige: a feature article in the 2010 Green Lake Magazine. Space is limited. For information please call 920-294-3231 or 800-253-7354.

Exploritas: Golf on the Courses of Lawsonia at the Green Lake Conference Center

Exploritas - formerly known as Elderhostel - is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. They are offered at Green Lake Conference Center on topics including writing, golf the environment, railroads, mystery, antiques and Wisconsin. Select your program on the Internet (www.elderhostel.org) or call Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056. You can also contact Pat Zimmer at the Green Lake Conference Center: 920-294-7365, patzimmer@glcc.org or check out www.glcc.org for more information. 

Exploritas: Mystery Loves Company at the Green Lake Conference Center

Exploritas - formerly known  as Elderhostel - is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. They are offered at Green Lake Conference Center on topics including writing, golf the environment, railroads, mystery, antiques and Wisconsin. Select your program on the Internet (www.elderhostel.org) or call Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056. You can also contact Pat Zimmer at the Green Lake Conference Center: 920-294-7365, patzimmer@glcc.org or check out www.glcc.org for more information. 

Christian Writers Conference at the Green Lake Conference Center - Green Lake   

Christian writers, both new and experienced, gain and practice skills while networking with other Christian writers, editors and instructors. Commuter rates available. Visit www.glcc.org for more information or call 920-294-3323.

CHN BBQ Competition “Burning Down The Fox” At Princeton School Grounds. www.burningdownthefox.com

Description: Sanctioned by the Kansas City BBQ Society (KCBS) and also officially declared a State Championship by Governor Jim Doyle. Great food, music and pit masters from all around North America.

Description: Come see the Cowboy Boomtown of nar-du-wells, bandits, miners, saloon girls, riff-raff and unsavory people! Lynchings, shootouts and general mayhem each day all kept in line by Frontier Justice and Lawmen! Special shows Sat. and Sun. Free Admission. Donations appreciated.
Contact: Email bbwildwest@charter.net

Location: Behind Dirtstripper Car Wash

Green Lake Association's Hike the Winnebago & Hammer's Trails - Green Lake  

Saturday, September 4th, 9-11am - Hike the Winnebago and Hammer's Trails sponsored by the Green Team. Explore two new public trails located within our two newest Conservancy Partnership properties near the west end of the Green Lake Conference Center. Each trail is approximately 2/3 mile in length, and although not difficult, will require a bit of uphill or downhill hiking. For more information, please visit www.greenlakeassociation.com or call 920-294-6480. RSVP is not mandatory but very much appreciated.

1st Annual Green Lake Area 13 dot 1 Race, Sunday, September 5th, 2010. Half Marathon Race - 5K Fun Run/Walk - Kids Run and More! - Scenic race route to include lakeshore, golf courses, downtown and park like neighborhoods. SAVE THE DATE! Visit www.greenlakehalfmarathon.com or call 920-294-3231 for more information.

The 2010 Wisconsin State Chili Cookoff Championship sponsored by the International Chili Society will be held once again in Green Lake, WI on September 11 at Deacon Mills park. Approximately 40 cooks will start cooking their facorite recipes beginning at 11:00 am. Spectators can enjoy the festive atmosphere mingling with the chefs and sampling their salsas and other hot items. Chili sampling begins at 3 pm when the judges will determine who the new champion is. First place nets $750.00 and the opportunity to compete at the world championship in Charleston, WV for a prize of $25,000.

Exploritas: Great Events in Railroad History at the Green Lake Conference Center –

Exploritas - formerly known as Elderhostel - is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. They are offered at Green Lake Conference Center on topics including writing, golf the environment, railroads, mystery, antiques and Wisconsin. Select your program on the Internet (www.elderhostel.org) or call Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056. You can also contact Pat Zimmer at the Green Lake Conference Center: 920-294-7365, patzimmer@glcc.org or check out www.glcc.org for more information.

Exploritas: Genealogy, Internet, Computers & You at the Green Lake Conference Center

Exploritas - formerly known as Elderhostel - is dedicated to providing extraordinary learning adventures for people 55 and over. They are offered at Green Lake Conference Center on topics including writing, golf the environment, railroads, mystery, antiques and Wisconsin. Select your program on the Internet (www.elderhostel.org) or call Elderhostel at 1-877-426-8056. You can also contact Pat Zimmer at the Green Lake Conference Center: 920-294-7365, patzimmer@glcc.org or check out www.glcc.org for more information. 

Celebrate the growth of the newest baby Clydesdale born last spring. Reservations required (920) 748–5466.

Septemberfest! Septemberfest! Septemberfest is Back! Welcome fall by having a great time at this festival featuring a pet parade & dog walk, live music, cloggers, food, a spectacular car show, and a Bier Garten.

Description: Handmade crafts, fruits & vegetables, fall décor, fall flowers. 9am – 3pm
Location: City Park

Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Caestecker Library - Green Lake   

A marriage workshop focusing on developing healthy relationship skills for couples who desire to refresh, renew and restore their marriage. It is also for any couple who is experienceing marital distress and/or needs help in communication, problem solving, and skills for reconnecting to each other. Led by Certified PAiiRS® Instructors David and Phyllis Howie. Limited to 24 couples. Cost: $399 per couple (plus tax on meals) includes two nights lodging, meals (breakfast Sat. through breakfast Sun.), program fee and materials. To register call Phyllis Howie: (262) 949-5489. For for more information visit www.glcc.org.

Weekend activities include a craft fair with 100 crafters, live music both days in two parks. Activities commence at 10am - 5pm both days. Contests, games, amusements, pony rides, petting zoo, clowns, facepainting, farmers market. Saturday includes - Live music,Community organizations food service & Green Lake’s largest parade beginning at 4pm & Street dance at 7:00pm! Sunday also includes - Collector car show, local restaurant's Fabulous Food Fair, auction, raffle, live music and more. Please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 920-294-3231 or visit www.visitgreenlake.com for more information.

Experience a week of interesting speakers, music, golf, shopping and fall leaf watching! The theme is Strength for the Living of These Days, based on Ephesians 5:15-17. Speakers include Richard Foster, Ray Cullen, Kenneth Louis, Ellen Kort, Duncan McIntosh, Dave Gallagher, Joel Fredrikson and Jan DeWitt. Music by Valeria Foster and the choir from First Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD. Visit www.glcc.org for more information or call 920-294-3323.

3rd Annual Green Lake "Tour of Homes" featuring homes on and around Green Lake.  The tour is planned for Sunday, October 11th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.   Tickets will be available at the Green Lake Area Chamber Office.  For more information please contact the Green Lake Area Chamber at 1-800-253-7354. 3rd Annual Green Lake "Tour of Homes" featuring homes on and around Green Lake.  The tour is planned for Sunday, October 11th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.   Tickets will be available at the Green Lake Area Chamber Office. For more information please contact the Green Lake Area Chamber at 1-800-253-7354. 4th Annual Green Lake "Tour of Homes" featuring homes on and around Green Lake.  The tour is planned for Sunday, October 11th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.   Tickets will be available at the Green Lake Area Chamber Office. For more information please contact the Green Lake Area Chamber at 1-800-253-7354.

Pumpkin Train Ride, 1-4 p.m. W10143 Cty. Rd AW, Markesan. Take a train ride and pick out your pumpkin to take home. Call 398-1665 for more information.  For more information please call toll free 888-LT GREEN (888-584-7336).

Description: Wisconsin’s largest weekly outdoor flea market. This is a morning market with the official start time of 6am and ending in early afternoon.

Description: A Sweet Event features delectable homemade complimentary desserts prepared by the merchants of Princeton!  Wander around Princeton and sample all the scrumptious desserts, ciders, teas & coffees.  Last year’s menu included bourbon pumpkin pecan cheesecake, éclairs, Death by Chocolate, assorted cheesecakes, mini carrot cakes, cookies & bars, mini fruit tarts, cannolis and apple pies, just to name a few.  Don’t miss this opportunity to sample our merchant’s finest sweets and enjoy storewide sales at all the unique shops in Princeton.

A Ripon tradition of really spooky stuff.

A Ripon tradition of really spooky stuff.

Last day of the season at Little White Schoolhouse. Open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Prepare for the holiday season! Come and greet Santa and his reindeer. Shop and register for prizes at Ripon businesses throughout the city. To learn more or view the Ripon Chamber website at www.ripon-wi.com. 

Description: All residents and businesses are encouraged to participate.  Come join the fun!  Hot chocolate served at the tree lighting immediately following the parade.  Starts at 6pm

Description: 5:00pm until 8:00pm.  Over 400 gift baskets for sale from $5.00-$30.00

Description: Sponsored by the Princeton Chamber of Commerce. Two fun-filled days of horse and wagon rides through town, a parade, breakfast with Santa, craft fairs and shopping specials.

Description: Special sale on all candles. November 26-28

Enjoy Victorian Ripon dressed up for the holidays!

Friday-Living Windows, Carolers, Gingerbread House Contest, food vendors, roasted chestnuts and hot cider.

Saturday-TOUR OF HOMES, Breakfast with Santa, Dickens of a Quilt Show, Enchanted Forest.

Sunday-Holiday Music Programs, Enchanted Forest, Dickens of a Quilt Show. And much more throughout the weekend!

Description: Princeton prides itself on spectacular Christmas decorations and invites you to shop, dine and view our stunning display of lights and creative decorations.  The Chamber conducts an annual decorating contest for both businesses and residents so bring your family & friends to Princeton for last minute shopping and viewing of the lights at dusk.  Once in a Blue Moons hosts it’s traditional holiday dinner (for reservations call 920.295.6100).  Check our website regularly for additional activities of the event at www. princetonwi.com.

Description: 5:00pm until 8:00pm.  Over 400 gift baskets for sale from $5.00-$30.00

Description: There is no need for you to spend hours in the kitchen baking Christmas cookies – buy one cookie or several dozen (mix and match) at the annual Cookie Walk.  You can’t beat the price and you won’t find better Christmas sweets.  Check www.princetonwi.com towards the end of November, 2010 for further details of location and times.  This event is held in conjunction with the City of Lights Extravaganza!

Description: Daily auction is open during regular library hours.  The auction ends at noon on December 12^th.  Winning bidders will be notified same day. Nov 26-Dec 12

Winter Blast Youth Conference at the Green Lake Conference Center - Green Lake

Join over 300 youth during Christmas break for great worship, praise singing and workshops. Includes a day set aside for downhill skiing, tubing and a water park in the Wisconsin Dells, or bowling and ice skating. Visit www.glcc.org or call 920-294-3323 for more information.