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BROOKLYN LABOR DAY TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL
BROOKLYN LABOR DAY TRUCK & TRACTOR PULL
Brooklyn Labor Day Truck & Tractor Pull August 29- August 31, 2025 Legion Park Brooklyn Wisconsin Featuring Tractor and Truck pulling competitions all three days, bags tournament, fun activities for kids, food, beer and beverage vendors, raffles,
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Beckman Mill Heritage Sunday
Beckman Mill Heritage Sunday
Heritage Sunday is on Sept.7th from 11-4 at Beckman Mill Park. The grinding process will begin at noon at the mill and continue throughout the day. Observe historic trade demonstrators such as blacksmithing, wood carvers, basket weavers,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime returns every Tuesday at 10 am with our Children's Programming Specialist, Miss Laura. Each week, we will share captivating tales featuring princesses, canines and felines, animals and nature, things that go, and a special bonus
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Senior Meals
Senior Meals
Anyone is welcome at Senior Events, regardless of age! Cost is $8.00 – Pay the day of lunch September 4 – Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Orange Salad and Dessert September 18 – Tater Tot Casserole, Salad, Rolls and
VFW Riders Post 1621 Bike Night
VFW Riders Post 1621 Bike Night
VFW Riders Post 1621 Bike Night, Thursday, September 4th from 6 to 9 pm at the VFW located at 1015 Center Ave, Janesville WI. Come out and enjoy the night in the newly remodeled pavilion and listen
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Darlington: Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry
Darlington: Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry
The Second Harvest Lafayette County Mobile Food Pantry will be at the Baptist Church of Darlington, off County Road K, the first Friday of every month from 4pm to 5pm. There are no income eligibility requirements. Volunteers
Date Night with Comedian Amy Barnes
Date Night with Comedian Amy Barnes
An Evening to Laugh, Worship & Grow Together! Life gets busy — but your relationship deserves priority. Join us for a meaningful and joy-filled Date Night featuring nationally known comedian Amy Barnes, a time of worship led
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Green County Market
Antique & Flea Market with Artisans and Boutiques. Chili Day on Saturday and Car Show on Sunday.
Hummingbird Banding
Hummingbird Banding
This event takes place in the yard of Emily and Larry Scheunemann. Extensively landscaped to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, their gardens have become a site where hummingbirds are captured, banded and released. In return for an early
2025 Rock River Valley Pheasants Forever Youth Outdoor Skills Day
2025 Rock River Valley Pheasants Forever Youth Outdoor Skills Day
A FREE event for participants under the age of 18 years. The day consists of numerous stations where the participants will learn different outdoor skills, including trap shooting, bird cleaning, taxidermy, fly casting, upland habitat management, wild
MS Car Show Fundraiser
MS Car Show Fundraiser
The Dillman Family is back at it again with our annual MS Car Show Fundraiser! -Bucket and 50/50 raffles plus a silent auction with all winners drawn at noon. -$20 per vehicle entry donation -Free to the
Ferret races at the farmers market
Ferret races at the farmers market
The Greater Chicago Ferret Association invites you to try "Ferret racing", at the Janesville farmers market this Saturday! This is a fun, free, event to raise donations for the shelter and the ferrets who call us home.
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Moose Lodge Benefit Breakfast
Moose Lodge Benefit Breakfast
All proceeds will go to: Family Promise of Green County Adults $11 Kids 5-11 $6 Under 5 FREE!
Thunderbridge Flywheelers 13th Annual Thresheree
Thunderbridge Flywheelers 13th Annual Thresheree
This is a group of tractor enthusiasts who put on a Thresheree (show) every year, the weekend after Labor Day. This year we are featuring Allis Chalmers Tractors, but all makes, models and equipment welcome. There is
Blessing of the Backpacks
Blessing of the Backpacks
Can you believe it?! Summer over and School has begun! And that means that Mount Calvary is celebrating by having a Blessing of the Backpacks on Sunday, September 7th during our 9:00 am Worship Service. We are
Rally Sunday – Wiota Lutheran Church – Wiota, WI
Rally Sunday – Wiota Lutheran Church – Wiota, WI
First day of Sunday School at Wiota Lutheran Church. Sunday School will be followed by Worship with lunch served along with old fashioned games played in the afternoon. Hot Dogs, Chips, Bars, Lemonade & Coffee Corn Hole,
Dog Swim Fundraiser at Troll Beach in Stoughton
Dog Swim Fundraiser at Troll Beach in Stoughton
Annual fundraiser that opens Troll Beach up to dogs to swim, run, and play. All proceeds will go to the local Food Pantry. Food and drink will be available and provided by Dano's BBQ food truck.
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Fall Prevention – Senior Speaker Series
Fall Prevention – Senior Speaker Series
Senior Speaker Series: Fall Prevention Date/Time: Monday, September 8, 2025 | 9:30–11:15 a.m. Location: Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive, Janesville Falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults, but many can be prevented. Join
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UAW/AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
UAW/AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Blood drive , Tuesday Sept 9 from 2 to 6 at UAW Local 95 union hall 1795 La Fayette street. make an appointment by downloading the donor app Redcrossblood.org or call 1-800 RED CROSS.
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: St Paul's A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Drink Your Fruits and Veggies – Healthy Living Speaker Series
Drink Your Fruits and Veggies – Healthy Living Speaker Series
Healthy Living Speaker Series: Drink Your Fruits and Veggies Join us at Rotary Botanical Gardens for a fresh, flavorful evening with Sarah Bruhn of Janesville Juice Bar. Sarah will bring in her commercial cold-pressed juicer, demonstrate the
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Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: St Mary's A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
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Friends of the Albertson Memorial Library Bake Sale
The Friends of the Albertson Memorial Library are hosting a bake sale at the Albany branch of Greenwoods State Bank. Join us from 9 AM to 5 PM on September 11th and 12th. Come visit the bank
Summer Concert Series – The Jimmies
Summer Concert Series – The Jimmies
Enjoy a lovely evening on The Gathering Green with some of the best music in the Midwest. This week the 2025 concert series goes out with a bang featuring The Jimmys! Known for having everyone in the
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VFV Spaghetti Dinner at the Beloit VFW Post 2306
VFV Spaghetti Dinner at the Beloit VFW Post 2306
Spaghetti Dinner with two meatballs $ 10.00 Includes: Side Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessrt, Milk, and Coffee Extra Meatball $ 2.00. Children 6 and under $ 5,00 / Plate
Orfordville Market Days
Orfordville Market Days
Orfordville Farmers Market Free to attend and close parking Events for kids, door prize drawing each market Free shopping bags for the first 50 customers Tons of local vendors, this market is a must see. https://orfordvillemarketday.my.canva.site/ Celebrating
Try Hockey For Free!
Try Hockey For Free!
This Try Hockey for Free event is designed to provide kids ages 4 to 9 the opportunity to try hockey in a FUN, safe environment with trained coaching staff. No experience necessary! There will be plenty of
Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom
Local professional and hobbyist floral designers will interpret works of art from the Janesville Art League’s permanent collection. Come enjoy Janesville’s only art museum. Tickets are available at eventbrite.com All proceeds will benefit the maintenance and upkeep
Dungeons and Dragons – “Shadows of the Infinite Staircase” Campaign
Dungeons and Dragons – “Shadows of the Infinite Staircase” Campaign
Join the adventure at the Albertson Memorial Library on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month at 4:00 pm for our Dungeons and Dragons campaign - “Shadows of the Infinite Staircase”. Our campaign progresses gradually over
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32nd Annual Bert Blain Memorial Heart Walk
32nd Annual Bert Blain Memorial Heart Walk
RockCountyHeartWalk.org 9 out of 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital die. In most of those cases, bystander CPR was not performed. But we can change this. Cardiac arrests happen at work, in homes, on
Queen of Martyrs – Fall Festival
Queen of Martyrs – Fall Festival
2025 Queen of Martyrs Fall Festival - Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Our Lady of Assumption Church in Beloit 2222 Shopiere Road, Beloit 7:30a-Noon - All-U-Can-Eat Pancake Breakfast, $10 for Adults, Children 10 and under $5 Noon
Monster Machines in Motion
Monster Machines in Motion
Bring your family and your camera and get ready to ride real-life heavy equipment! Hosted by Silha & Sons Inc to benefit Rock County Cancer Coalition
Rally Day for Sunday School with outdoor worship
Rally Day for Sunday School with outdoor worship
Sunday, September 14, Asbury United Methodist Church will be having a Rally Day for Sunday School with an Outdoor Worship at 10 AM, followed by games and crafts for kids.
High School Youth Group
High School Youth Group
High schoolers- we’ve got a place for you! YOU are invited on the 2nd and 4th Sundays* each month for good food, fun people, and meaningful conversations about life and faith. Dinner is only $5 per person Always the 2nd and
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Cats N Mats
Cats N Mats
Join HSSW for a morning yoga practice lead by Lifestyle Focus Fitness and featuring adoptable cats! Ages 10+ are welcome to join. It is preferred that you bring your own yoga mat with you, but we will
It’s A Keeper Bait & Tackle’s Ultimate Tailgate Party
It’s A Keeper Bait & Tackle’s Ultimate Tailgate Party
Bring the family down to It's A Keeper Bait & Tackle's Customer Appreciation/Ultimate Tailgate Party! Food, Cold Beverages, Ice Cream, Basket Raffles, St. Croix Raffles, Gun Raffles, and play Let's Make A Deal, mystery tailgate with great
Oktoberfest at KANDU
Oktoberfest at KANDU
KANDU Industries, a nonprofit dedicated to serving individuals with disabilities and disadvantages, will welcome the fall season with its highly anticipated Oktoberfest fundraiser on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at KANDU’s new facility in Milton, Wis. This family-friendly
National Voter Registration Day
National Voter Registration Day
The Janesville League of Women Voters will have all the information you need to register to vote or verify your registration at Hedberg Public Library from 3-6PM on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. This event is sponsored by
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Triple H Ranch A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories and crafts with our Children's Programming Specialist, Miss Laura
Northern Illinois Food Bank’s Mobile Market Pantry
Northern Illinois Food Bank’s Mobile Market Pantry
Northern Illinois Food Bank Mobile Market Pantry 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm Jane Addams Trail Parking Lot West High St & Ewing Dr. (East of IL26) Orangeville, IL 61060 Food is Free so neighbors can thrive. Food
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Bethel 21 Jobs Daughters International A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Franklin Middle School A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
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Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Adams PTA A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
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Night (and Day) at the Museum 2025
3-day, family friendly, indoor/outdoor event in Darlington's Veterans Park on Main Street and in the Lafayette County Historical and Genealogy Society Museum at 525 Main Street. This is a celebration of Lafayette County's history and people including
Punt, Pass & Kick
Punt, Pass & Kick
The St. Mary Milton Knights of Columbus will host a youth Punt, Pass & Kick event on Friday, September 19th for girls and boys, ages 8-12. Registration begins at 4:30, competition starts at 5:00. Location is the
Creative Capers
Creative Capers
Our ultimate adult craft bash, Creative Capers, returns on September 19th at 6 pm! Bring the craft of your choice for an evening filled with creativity, socializing, and delicious treats!
POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony
POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony
This is a national day of remembrance for all prisoners of war/missing in action soldiers, sailors and airmen. Celebrated every year on the third Friday in September. This year we are honored to have former prisoner of
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Night (and Day) at the Museum 2025
3-day, family friendly, indoor/outdoor event in Darlington's Veterans Park on Main Street and in the Lafayette County Historical and Genealogy Society Museum at 525 Main Street. This is a celebration of Lafayette County's history and people including
Once Upon a Pajama Party
Once Upon a Pajama Party
Slip on your comfiest pajamas, grab your favorite blanket and enjoy a magical morning of stories and smiles. We’ll welcome our very own, Ann Calverley (illustrator) for a special reading & signing of The Carpenter and the
World Day of Peace Observation
World Day of Peace Observation
WORLD PEACE DAY CELEBRATION WILL BE HELD SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 The public is invited to gather at the Fourth Ward Park at 9 am on Saturday, September 20 for the annual observance of the International Day of
Cats N Mats
Cats N Mats
Join HSSW for a morning yoga practice lead by Lifestyle Focus Fitness and featuring adoptable cats! Ages 10+ are welcome to join. It is preferred that you bring your own yoga mat with you, but we will
Oakley-Union UMC’s Harvest Festival
Oakley-Union UMC’s Harvest Festival
Brought to you by the Gifts of the Earth Garden from Oakley Union Methodist Church. Lot of fun activities for the whole family: Fresh-press Apple Cider, Walking Taco Bar, Face Painting, Bake Sale & Snacks, Games, Photo
The Inklings Book Club
The Inklings Book Club
Hope you can join us for in depth discussion of The Giver by Lois Lowry. See flyer for details and call if you have any questions.
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Night (and Day) at the Museum 2025
3-day, family friendly, indoor/outdoor event in Darlington's Veterans Park on Main Street and in the Lafayette County Historical and Genealogy Society Museum at 525 Main Street. This is a celebration of Lafayette County's history and people including
49th Annual Beloit Lions Club Autorama
49th Annual Beloit Lions Club Autorama
49th Annual Beloit Autorama car show & swap meet. Over 1200 cars at previous years show. Hand made clock trophies presented to winners. For more information, see our Facebook page or website.
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Compass Church Bible Quiz Team A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
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Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Rock County Coalition A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Intro to Dahlias 3
Intro to Dahlias 3
Intro to Dahlias (Session 3): Dahlia Processing, from Purchase to Frost and Beyond Dahlias are some of the most beautiful flowers, loved for their wide variety and brilliant colors. In this final session of our 3-part Intro
All Booked Up
All Booked Up
Join us on September 22nd at 6:30 PM for a discussion of “My Italian Bulldozer” by Alexander McCall Smith. A charming novel about one man’s adventures in the Italian countryside, life's unexpected turns, and the joys of
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Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories and crafts with our Children's Programming Specialist, Miss Laura
Rock County Community Baby Shower
Rock County Community Baby Shower
United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is hosting the 22nd Annual Rock County Community Baby Shower! Expectant parents & families who have welcomed an infant in the last 12 months are invited to this FREE event to learn about
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Rock County Coalition A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Monroe Elementary A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Madison Elementary A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
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Dine Around Town – Chubby Bubba’s
Dine Around Town – Chubby Bubba’s
Throughout the year, a local restaurant partners with the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin for one night and a portion of the proceeds that night is donated back to help pets go home! This Dine Around Town
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: St John's A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Quiet Your Mind with Creativity
Quiet Your Mind with Creativity
Quiet Your Mind with Creativity September 24, 5:00–6:30 PM Rotary Botanical Gardens Discover the healing power of creativity in a relaxing workshop led by Lizzie Menz, Master Life Coach and creative visionary. Surrounded by the beauty of
Banned Book Discussion
Banned Book Discussion
Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, by Jonathan Safran Foer Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close is a novel by Jonathan Safran Foer about nine-year-old Oskar Schell, whose father died in the 9/11 attacks at the World Trade Center.
Bags of Hope Purse Bingo
Bags of Hope Purse Bingo
Wednesday, September 24, 2025 UAW Post 95 Hall 1795 Lafayette St, Janesville $40 per person (men and women welcome) Doors open at 6 PM and bingo starts at 7 PM First 50 People to Purchase Tickets will
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Driven: The Art of the Machine Art Show Opening Reception
Driven: The Art of the Machine Art Show Opening Reception
The Janesville Art League proudly presents “Driven: The Art of the Machine” an art show that celebrates how vehicles shape our journeys and fuel our dreams. On Thursday Sept. 25 5:00-7:00 at the Janesville Performing Arts Center
Sugar River Writers
Sugar River Writers
Find inspiration with others from the Sugar River Writers on September 25th at 6:30 pm. All skill levels are welcome.
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Pars Fore Paws
Pars Fore Paws
Get your pawsome foursome together and join us for a day of fun! Saturday, September 27th ~ 8:15 Tee Time Edgerton Towne Country Club 115 Jenson St • Edgerton, WI Four Person Scramble • Shotgun Start Early
Apple Festival Bazaar – Brodhead United Women in Faith
Apple Festival Bazaar – Brodhead United Women in Faith
The Brodhead United Women in Faith will hold their annual Apple Festival Bazaar on Saturday, September 27th from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm in the lower level of the church. A very large candy and bake sale
Break the Ice Bash
Break the Ice Bash
New rink. New era. One epic party. Join JYH for our first major event at the brand-new Woodman’s Sports & Convention Center! Help us "break the ice" in style with live music, food trucks, a game zone,
Splashin’ for Paw Print Park
Splashin’ for Paw Print Park
Join us for a wet and wild doggie water party! Bring your furry friend for a couple of hours of watery fun at Riverside Splashpad. Presented by the city of Janesville and Paw Print Park Pack, dogs
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Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Resonate Church A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Pork Chop Drive-Thru
Pork Chop Drive-Thru
Freeport Church of the Brethren members will be cooking up a Pork Chop Drive-Thru meal on Sunday, September 28, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Never leave your car! Just enter and exit the church parking lot at
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EAGLE LIONSESS LIONS BLOOD DRIVE
EAGLE LIONSESS LIONS BLOOD DRIVE
The Eagle Lioness Lions are sponsoring a Blood Drive on Monday, September 29, 2025 from 1:00 to 6:00 PM at the Eagle Village Municipal Building, 820 E. Main Street, (HWY NN) Eagle, WI 53119. To set an
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Fulton Church A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
2 events,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories and crafts with our Children's Programming Specialist, Miss Laura
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Harmony Elementary A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
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Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Milton West A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: St. Williams A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
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20th Anniversary Celebration Janesville Farmers Market
20th Anniversary Celebration Janesville Farmers Market
Join us for a 20th anniversary celebration. 10am ribbon cutting with Forward Janesville -kids activities provided by ECHO -raffles Be sure to preorder your tshirt or magnet by 9/20 for pick up that day!
Andy’s Bikes from Heaven
Andy’s Bikes from Heaven
2nd Annual Memorial Ride & FUNdraiser!! Please join us on the Janesville Peace Trail from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to celebrate the life and memory of our dear friend, Andy Zigler. The trailhead is right across
Ham & Meatball Supper
Ham & Meatball Supper
Clarno Zion United Methodist Church Ham & Meatball Supper Carryout Meals Only Homecooked meal, includes fresh pies Huge Bake Sale and a Silent Auction
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