# 14 in 2005 APRIL 15 and BEYOND !
| By Gary Knowles | garysgetaways@aol.com |
CONTENTS
Hello Again The World of Travel (News& Etc.) Life's So Good! EVENTS
FREE AND SPECIAL- FREE - WISCONSIN PORTS GUIDE
- FREE NEW 2005 GREEN LAKE Visitor Guide
- FREE 27 WISCONSIN COMMUNITY GUIDES
- VISIT - NEW The Heidel House Getaway Store
- FREE – NEW - CHEESE COUNTRY GUIDE
- NEW FREE – MADISON GUIDE Spring & Summer 2005
- NEW FREE – BAYFIELD GUIDE
- NEW FREE – ASHLAND & BAYFIELD COUNTY GUIDE
- NEW FREE – MADELINE ISLAND GUIDE
- NEW FREE - 2005 WISCONSIN SPRING-SUMMER GUIDE
- FREE - GREAT WIS BIRDING & NATURE TRAIL GUIDE
- NEW-FREE – WISCONSIN RAPIDS AREA GUIDE
The last events of winter (and good ones!) take place this week…and I’m getting out my golf clubs. I declare it summer, so let’s all think 80 degrees!
And here’s an tip to you food and wine lovers: Swirl, Sip, Swallow!
Grey Rock Restaurant at Heidel House Resort in Green Lake is hosting a fabulous 6 course Spring Wine Dinner April 22. It features the wines of California’s Napa Ridge and the culinary wizardry of award winning chefs Larry London and R.C. Schroeder. It starts with cocktails at 6PM and dinner at 6:30. The price is $55. To reserve one of the (limited) seats call 1-800-444-2812. See you there!
NOW DON’T FORGET THIS ADVICE: I suggest you ALWAYS PHONE AHEAD BEFORE YOU GO. Reservations are a must if space is limited ...and often required. Don't assume anything! Event organizers change plans, times change, classes fill, and lots of things can conspire to get you to somewhere only to find something was canceled. Or everything. So if the event is important to the trip...--Call in advance.
OK – bye bye winter…hello Green!
NOW Thru MAY 15
An American classic comes to the Fireside Stage. Nominated for 6 Tony Awards. Sure to be a popular ticket.
Fireside Dinner Theater 800/477-9505.
(Jefferson Co.)
1131 Janesville Ave., Fort Atkinson WI
Located on Bus Hwy 26 at the south edge of Fort Atkinson. (Jefferson Co.)
800.477.9505
www.firesidetheatre.com
SPEAKING OF MUSIC....
He has brand new CD out “Fork in the Road"
every fri-sat @ Louisianne's 6:30-9:30p (piano blues)
every wednesday @ Fitch's 5:15-8:15p (blues/jazz piano)
thursdays 3/10 & 3/17 @ Concourse Hotel 9p-12 (piano blues)
saturday 3/19: John Chimes & the Gumbo Ya-Yas @ Jo's Tazzina 2-4p (folk/blues)
sunday 3/27 @ Dancing Grounds-Allen St. 1:30-3:30p
AND NEW SODAS!
TOURS - TASTING - GIFT SHOP
The Joseph Huber Brewery - Monroe, WI – Est. 1845
Celebrating 160 Years of Brewing in 2005!
Huber Brewery Tours are Thurs. Friday & Saturdays at 11, 1 and 3 pm. Cost is just $2.00 for those over 14 and free to those 14 and under when touring with a paid parent or guardian. And, yes, you DO get to sample the product! 608-325-3191
www.HuberBrewery.com
NEWS: (Monroe, WI) The Joseph Huber Brewing Company will join the Wisconsin Department of Tourism to sponsor the weekly Public Radio broadcasts of the Lake Superior Big Top Chautauqua’s Tent Show Radio programs. The programs are recorded live from June through September under a huge blue and grey striped state-of-the-art tent located at the base of a ski hill overlooking the Apostle Islands, about three miles south of Bayfield, Wisconsin. Nationally known special guests join the Big Top musicians throughout the summer. Past guest stars have included Judy Collins, Willie Nelson, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Bela Fleck & The Flecktones, The Smothers Brothers, Keb' Mo', Garrison Keillor, The Kingston Trio, Leo Kottke and Johnny Cash – among dozens of others. Tent Show Radio programs are broadcast every week on forty-two listener sponsored radio stations in eight states including twenty-two Wisconsin Public Radio Stations, six stations in Minnesota, six stations in Michigan, seven in Iowa and one in Illinois (WDCB of Glen Ellyn). Most of the Wisconsin broadcasts air at 9PM on Saturdays. Check local Public Radio listings for the exact time or visit BigTop.org. |
THROUGH- April 23 Wausau, Wisconsin
Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum
700 N. 12th Street PH-715-845-7010 Web: www.lywam.org
Always FREE Admission
"William Morris: Myth, Object, and the Animal"
Morris pushes the physical and chemical possibilities
of glass to create life-size black ravens, handsome deer heads, and
other objects that suggest themes of mythology, archaeology, and the
animal kingdom
THROUGH - Jun 5 Madison/Luminations: Sue Gilgen, a local fiber artist, will display her creations inspired by Wisconsin flora and fauna. Instead of paints and brushes, she uses fabric and thread to sew her art together in a quilt-like fashion. Olbrich Botanical Gardens Sundays, 11am-5pm. 608/246-4550. (Dane Co.)
THROUGH - Jun 5 Madison/Don Reitz: Clay, Fire, Salt and Wood: Born in 1929, Don Reitz is recognized as one of the most important and influential ceramic artists of this century. He has pursued a life-long investigation of salt and wood firing of his ceramic pieces in order to preserve the energy and freshness of his artistic marks and gestures. Finding that the texture and unpredictability of salt-firing suited his work, Reitz almost single-handedly revived this neglected technique, and through long experimentation developed a range of colors and surface effects previously unknown in salt-firing. Juggling and manipulating the variables in each firing, Reitz is a virtuoso who relishes knowing what he can control and what he cannot, and his work maintains a fine balance between technical mastery and improvisation. Elvehjem Museum of Art 608/263-2246. (Dane Co.)
THRU - Apr 27 Nekoosa/Nekoosa Walleye Days: Four-week walleye catch-and-release fishing tournament. Includes a one-day kid's tournament (4-16) and charity challenge (4-13). Wisconsin River between Nekoosa & Petenwell Dams 715/423-1830. (Wood Co.)
THROUGH May 31 Port Edwards/Quilts by Janna Zimmerman of Green Bay: Alexander House. Opening on April 1st. 5-8pm 715/887-3442. (Wood Co.)
THROUGH April 23: Charles Munch and Randall Berndt: Light & Shadow: Paintings and Drawings
Grace Chosy Gallery, 1825 Monroe St., Madison
Charles Munch lives in the hills of southwestern Wisconsin, in the middle of endless woods and un-farmed fields. His work explores how humans fit with the rest of nature, specifically their relationship to other animals. He uses luminous color and simplified forms to express the drama of nature. Randall Berndt continues to explore visual narratives related to our various attitudes toward nature. Weather, animals, trees, shelter and human figures conjecture in visual form without verbal explanations. He invites viewers to travel into these story pictures in their imaginations. Opening reception, April 1, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
THROUGH- June 12, 2005- Wausau
"Richard Thompson: Seasons of Light" and "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: Painting a Story"
Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum
Two painting exhibitions tell stories of cherished real places and of a make-believe world down a rabbit hole in the hands of artists Wisconsin artists Richard Thompson (1914-1991) and Diana Lakes. In "Seasons of Light" forty paintings by Impressionist Richard Thompson depict the glories of Wisconsin's lakes, fields, and forests. Each canvas creates a sense of place, whether it's early morning on a fishing stream, a barn peeking through sun-dappled, blossom-clad apple trees, or a flock of Canada geese making their way across a cornfield. "Seasons of Light" bears testimony to Thompson's fascination with nature's daily and seasonal cycles.
The eccentric characters from Lewis Carroll's children's classic inspired Madison artist Diana Lakes's "Painting a Story." Starting with Alice's first encounter with the tardy rabbit to her waking up from the dream that transports her to Wonderland, Lakes distorts the distinction between reality and dreams and even allows her painted scenes to overflow from the canvas onto the picture frame.
Franklin & 12th Street, Wausau, Wisconsin
Always Free Admission 715-845-7010 www.lywam.org
April 14-23: Humanities Biennial, The Future of Folk
Various locations, Madison
What happens to folk culture in a hyper-mediated, ultra-commercialized, overdriven era? The Center for the Humanities at the University of Wisconsin-Madison will explore this question with its third Humanities Biennial, The Future of Folk, a ten-day series of lectures, discussions, performances and film screenings on and about the nature of folk culture in a rapidly changing world. Please visit www.humanities.wisc.edu for a complete schedule of events.
April 15: Sting in Concert
Kohl Center, 601 W. Dayton St., Madison
Sting comes to Madison on the Broken Music Tour. Phantom Planet opens. 7:30 p.m.
April 15-17: Midwest Horse Fair
Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison
The Midwest Horse Fair brings over 500 vendors, top speakers, educational seminars, 1,200 horses and excellent stallions to Madison. Don’t miss the excitement of this year’s event, held April 15-17 at the Alliant Energy Center!
April 15-17:Olbrich's Leaf Mulch Sale
Olbrich Botanical Gardens, 3330 Atwood Ave., Madison
Now you can have the same top quality mulch used in Olbrich's gardens right at your home. Olbrich's mulch enriches soil and provides nourishment and protection for your gardens, shrubs and trees. The leaf mulch also keeps the weeds down, holds in water and looks great! The bags will be sold for $5 and contain approximately 45 pounds of top quality leaf mulch.
Apr 15 Green Bay/John Mellencamp Live: The Words and Music Tour-The greatest Hits of John Mellencamp Live! 1901 South Oneida Street. 8pm 800/895-0071. (Brown Co.)
Apr 15 - Apr 17 Wisconsin Dells/Spring Polka Fest: Polka music and dancing. Polka hop lessons and fun. Several live bands and two rooms of music. Howard Johnson Hotel & Conference Center Fri: 5:30pm-12:30am; Sat: noon-midnight; Sun: 10:30am-6pm. 800/543-3557. (Columbia Co.)
Apr 15 - Apr 17 Manitowoc/Oliver!: This timeless and unforgettable musical tale of how an orphan finds a family to love comes to the CCC stage. Directed, choreographed and performed by an all local cast and crew. Capitol Civic Centre Fri & Sat: 7:30pm; Sun: 2pm. 920/683-2184. (Manitowoc Co.)
Apr 15 - Apr 17 New London/Big Whopper Weekend: Fish the Wolf River during the annual walleye run. Buffalo burgers and concessions. Prizes in many fish categories. Music and a huge raffle. Riverside Park. 920/779-6346. (Waupaca Co.)
Apr 15 - May 15 Elkhart Lake/Art & Architecture: Exhibition celebrates artistic vision, both abstract and representational, that architecture has inspired in fine art and fine craft. The Gallery and Garden. 920/876-3192. (Sheboygan Co.)
Apr 16 Appleton/Cookin': What's Cookin'? It's the explosive percussion show from Korea that has sliced, diced and banged its way across the globe to unanimous acclaim. Here's the scoop: working against the clock to create a wedding banquet, four zany chefs stir martial arts, drumming, dancing and high-wire comedy into their recipes. Everything from pots and pans to cooking utensils and the occasional cucumber becomes fodder for this gastronomical hit. It's the perfect show for all ages and tastebuds, so get Cookin' today. You'll never look at the kitchen the same way again. Fox Cities Performing Arts Center 7:30pm 800/236-6673. (Outagamie Co.)
Apr 16 Appleton/Earth Day Celebration at Girl Scout Program Center: Celebrate the world in which we live and make a difference. Complete a community service project in collaboration with Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve, take part in the Earth Day Groceries Project, make an Earth Day art piece, and join folk singer David H.B. Drake and storyteller Marge Loch-Wouters. 4693 N Lyndale Dr. 10am-4pm. 800/834-1211. (Outagamie Co.)
Apr 16 Green Bay/Wisconsin Sandhill Crane Count: Join in this annual crane count. Call the Sanctuary for more information. Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary Morning 920/391-3671. (Brown Co.)
Apr 16 La Crosse/La Crosse Coulee Chordsmen Annual Concert: Viterbo University Main Theater, 900 Viterbo Dr. 2pm and 7pm. 608/780-7464. (La Crosse Co.)
Apr 16 Franksville/Taste of Scotland: An evening of Scottish culture, food, Highland Dance, Bag Piper, music, Scotch tasting. Reservations required. South Hills Country Club - 3047 Hwy. 41 6-10:30pm 262/639-7824. (Racine Co.)
Apr 16 Kenosha/Spring Art Event: Will feature an artist's demo/presentations, an art contest with 2-D and 3-D art on display to be judged that day. Artists must be 18 or over and pre-register their artwork. Kenosha Public Museum. 1-4pm 262/654-0065. (Kenosha Co.)
Apr 16 Manitowoc/The History of the U.S. Coast Guard on the Great Lakes - Wisconsin Maritime Museum: The U.S. Coast Guard has bravely patrolled our waters for the past 90 years. Join Hank Whipple, a member of the Board of Curators of the Wisconsin Historical Society, as he tells stories of hard work and courage during his slide presentation on this important branch of the military. Wisconsin Maritime Museum 1:30pm, Riverview Room 866/724-2356. (Manitowoc Co.)
Apr 16 Manitowoc/The S.S Christopher Columbus: A Whale of a Ship: Advertised as the finest excursion steamer on the Great Lakes, this Alexander McDougal creation was the only passenger whaleback steamer ever built. Follow the history of this remarkable ship, including her Manitowoc connection, with presenter Brendon Baillod. Wisconsin Maritime Museum 1:30p.m Riverview Room 866/724-2356. (Manitowoc Co.)
Apr 16 Oshkosh/Altan: No Irish traditional band in the last dozen years has had a wider impact on audiences and music lovers throughout the world than Altan. From the most sensitive and touching old Irish songs all the way to hard hitting reels and jigs and, with their heartwarming, dynamic live performances, Altan has moved audiences from the world over. Altan has always believed that Irish traditional music is a modern music in every sense and its growing influence and popularity have proved them right. Great Irish music has been a staple of Grand Opera House offerings, and this season the tradition continues. 100 High Ave. 7:30pm 920/424-2350. (Winnebago Co.)
Apr 16 Sheboygan Falls/Home & Hearth: A celebration of home decorating and decor featuring demonstrations of home enhancement techniques. In-store specials, giveaways, and demos on painting, wall coverings, flooring, gardening, and more. Downtown Sheboygan Falls. 920/467-6206. (Sheboygan Co.)
Apr 16 Wautoma/McComb-Bruchs Performing Arts Center: 7pm. 888/987-2189. (Waushara Co.)
APRIL 16 - MADISON - MADISON ICE ARENA
- FREE
"MADISON SKATE JOURNAL"
FROM THE FIGURE SKATING CLUB OF MADISON
Come watch members of the Figure Skating Club of Madison and Madison Skating Academy, ages 3-18 and local adult skaters as they showcase their skating skills in a variety of numbers all based on favorite sections from your local newspaper. You will follow the skaters as they jump and spin from the headlines of the day, through the business and entertainment sections and even as they check out the classifieds. FEATURED: Megan Oster, Junior Level 2005 Bronze Medalist of US National Figure Skating Championship.
Tickets: Adults - $5/advance $6/door; Children 12 & under - $4/advance $5/door and Children 3 and under - Free.
Telephone 608-516-4411 for more information
April 16: 14th Annual MATC Pow Wow
MATC Truax Gymnasium, 3550 Anderson St., Madison
Celebrating its 14th anniversary, the MATC Pow Wow draws approximately 2,500 people to the college’s Truax location each year and features nationally known drum groups, dancers and other featured participants. Sponsored by the MATC Native American Student Association (NASA), the public is invited to the event. Entry fee: $6. Children 5 and under are admitted for free. Drums and traders by invitation only. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. Grand Entries at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Meal at 5:00 p.m.
April 16: UW Spring Football Game
LaFollette High School’s Lussier Stadium, Madison
The annual spring football game between the Cardinal and White will start at 1:00 p.m.
Prior to the game, the UW Division of Intercollegiate Athletics will host its Badger Kids’ Sports Fair in the Bill Bartlett Field House located adjacent to Lussier Stadium. The event will include interactive games and displays, an opportunity to meet Badger student-athletes and coaches, and a number of athletic skills stations. Many Badger sports will be represented at the Kids' Fair. Admission is free.
April 16: Opera for the Young's "Hansel & Gretel"
Stoughton Opera House, 381 E. Main St., Stoughton
Stock up on bread crumbs and beware of the Gingerbread House! It is time for another great performance by Opera For The Young. This year they will be bringing to the stage one of Grimm’s best known fairytales, “Hansel & Gretel.” The performance will again feature the talent of some of Stoughton’s local youth.
April 16:International Crane Foundation: Annual Midwest Crane Count
International Crane Foundation, E-11376 Shady Lane Rd., Baraboo
Experience wild cranes and the habitats they occupy on the 30th Anniversary of Crane Count. Participant data contributes to the International Crane Foundation's long-term research. The Crane Count monitors the abundance and distribution of the Upper Midwest’s sandhill crane population. Please call 608.356.9462 ext. 127 for more information.
Apr 16 Marinette/Jack Dallman Memorial Walleye Tournament: Catch & release tournament with all proceeds going to restocking programs. All prizes are donated. Nestegg Marine Nestegg Marine, 300 Wells St., Marinette, WI 888/563-7834. (Marinette Co.)
Apr 16 Mercer/Lioness Brazialian Dance Review: Come enjoy a Brazilian Dance Demonstration at 2 PM. Food buffet, beer and imported wine available with live entertainment. Mercer Community Building. 715/476-2130. (Iron Co.)
Apr 16 Mineral Point/Spring Craft Fair: Annual arts & craft fair, door prizes. Comfort Inn. 10am-4pm 608/987-4747. (Iowa Co.)
Apr 16 - Apr 17 Beloit/Birds & Blooms for Beloit: Birdhouses and bird feeders by local artists are on display and for sale. Featuring seminars, displays and nature tips. Please call for times and details. Rotary River Center, Riverside Drive. 800/423-5648. (Rock Co.)
Apr 16 - Apr 17 Burlington/Yo-Yo Convention: Exhibits, champion demonstrations, challenges, shows, sales, trading, and $1000 worth of prizes. Yo-yo's galore, plus juggling, diabolos and paddleballs. Wisconsin State Yo-Yo Contest. Spinning Top Museum 262/763-3946. (Racine Co.)
Apr 16 - Apr 17 Madison/Wiscopex Postage Stamp Show: Postage stamp exhibits and dealers, youth activities, annual convention and exhibition of the Wisconsin Federation of Stamp Clubs. Public welcome. Madison Turners Hall Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm 608/437-5124. (Dane Co.)
Apr 16 - Apr 17 Mount Horeb/Tyrol Spring Jam 2005: One last chance to play in the snow. Competitions and open riding/skiing. Snowboard and Ski Rail Jams on Saturday, Snowboard and Ski Big Air Competitions on Sunday. Registration 8:30 - 10:30 AM, $15 for one event, $25 for two events. (Does not include lift ticket price) Competitions at 11:30am. 608/437-4135. (Dane Co.)
Apr 16 - Apr 17 West Allis/Heirloom Rubber Stamp Show: A quality event that displays varied stamping products in a spacious, festive atmosphere. Wisconsin Products Pavilion. Sat: 10am-5pm; Sun: 10am-4pm. 541/574-8000. (Milwaukee Co.)
Apr 16 - May 15 Prairie du Sac/From Mexico With Love: Gifts of Folk Arts and Culture: This event has many different activities at different locations throughout Sauk City/Prairie du Sac area as well as one event in Madison's Overture Center. Coyote Tails Children's Theater will be held at the Overture Center. Other activities include: visiting artist Armando Jimenez, exhibition of folk arts and culture from Mexico, gala opening festival for From Mexico with Love, cooking demonstration, International Children's Day, Cinco de Mayo Celebration, Salsa Dance Party, evening of romantic dining & music, Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, and much more. Various locations. 608/643-5636.
Apr 16 - Apr 17 Fond du Lac/Spring Arts & Crafts Show: A juried arts & crafts show featuring unique gifts and home decorating ideas. Door prizes are drawn every half hour. Fairgrounds Expo Building Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 9am-3pm. 800/937-9123. (Fond du Lac Co.)
Apr 16 - Apr 17 Pickett/Pickett Steam Club Swap Meet: Annual Pickett Steam & Gas Engine Club, Inc Antique Power & Equipment Show, Thresheree and Toy Show. Working steam and gas engines, oil pulls, large displays of antique tractors, models and more. Buy, sell or trade any item. Concessions available. W9975 Olden Rd. 920/379-5057. (Winnebago Co.)
Apr 17 Manitowoc/Silver Lake Artist Music Series #5 Fuare "Requiem": Spring Choral Concert with organ and string ensemble; Dr Deb Tornow ,Director. 3pm 920/686-6173. (Manitowoc Co.)
Apr 17 Stevens Point/Festival of the Arts: Annual art show featuring exhibition and sale of original art by 55 Midwest artists. Children's activities, music and food throughout the day. UW-Stevens Point Quandt Gym 10am-4pm 715/366-4377. (Portage Co.)
Apr 17 Waukesha/Milwaukee Miniature Motors & Toy Show: Collectible, antique to new model automobiles, toys. Buy, sell, trade. Waukesha County Expo Center 10am-2pm. 262/646-4114. (Waukesha Co.)
Apr 16 - Apr 17 Amery/Spring Home, Garden & Recreation Show: 2nd annual show features displays by builders, banks, golf courses, car dealerships, home furnishings, water conditioning, electronics, greenhouses, appliances, realtors, boats, ATVs, landscapers, HVAC contractors and more. Amery Ice Arena 715/268-8101. (Polk Co.)
Apr 17 Medford/Arts & Craft Sale: Fine arts and craft sale. Simek Recreation Center 9:30am-3:30pm 715/748-6655. (Taylor Co.)
APRIL 22 Green Lake
Napa Ridge & Grey Rock Wine Dinner
Heidel House Resort overlooking Green Lake is hosting a six course Spring Wine Dinner April 22. It features the wines of California’s Napa Ridge and the culinary wizardry of award winning Grey Rock chefs Larry London and R.C. Schroeder. It starts with cocktails at 6PM and dinner at 6:30. The price is $55. To reserve one of the (limited) seats call 1-800-444-2812.
Friday April 22, 2005 6:30 PM - 10 PM OSCEOLA
Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway's
Jackson Street Roundhouse in downtown St. Paul, MN
$30/person -- includes dinner
"Hobo Delight". Dress as a hobo if you wish! Dine in true "hobo style"
amidst vintage railcars. Enjoy an evening filled with music, history,
train rides and an art show. Add to your railroad collection or find
the perfect gifts for train enthusiasts and friends during the silent
auction. Take home a bit of hobo history in your new "tin" cup. A
major fundraiser for our steam engine restoration! [
Tickets ]
Saturday April 23, 2005 10 AM - 2 PM OSCEOLA
Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway's
Jackson Street Roundhouse in downtown St. Paul, MN
$10/person -- includes lunch
(after 2 PM no lunch and $5/person)
"Hobo Haven". Enjoy a hobo lunch, caboose rides, a railroad
restoration tour for kids of all ages and much, much more! Dress as a
hobo if you wish! Caboose rides depart every half hour for a real
train ride! Spend the day Steamin' Along or just come for lunch. Ticket
good for any train ride of the day. [
Tickets ]
For more information and to purchase tickets, call 651.228.0263 x3104,
visit the "NEWS" section at www.trainride.org and click on "Steamin' Along".
17th Annual Capital City Jazz Fest
You can swing to some of the finest jazz anywhere at the 17th annual Capital City Jazz Fest at the Marriott Madison West, 1313 John Q. Hammons Drive, Middleton. Non-stop jazz at four sessions over three days will feature Bill Allred’s Classic Jazz Band, Doug Finke’s Independence Hall Jazz Band,. the Jazz Incredibles and Sister Swing! Enjoy a special brunch performance Sunday morning featuring Lynnea Godfriaux and Tight Like That. Jazz worship celebrations will be conducted at two Madison churches.
Ticket Cost: $25 per person per session
Phone: 608-850-5400
Web site: www.madisonjazz.com
APRIL 23 DODGEVILLE
TRIVIA MARATHON!
The Dodgeville Trivia Contest will take place from 9am to 9pm on Saturday, April 23rd, 2005. One marathon day. There is a cash prize & trophies. Advance registration is required. For details visit dodgeville.com, Calendar of events. Or call toll-free 877 863-6343.
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