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All Booked Up
2026-05-25 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Albertson Memorial Library, 200 N. Water Street, Albany, WI, 53502, United States
Join All Booked Up on May 25th at 6:30 p.m. in a discussion of “Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine” by Gail Honeyman.
“Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine” is the smart, warm, and uplifting story of an out-of-the-ordinary heroine whose deadpan weirdness and unconscious wit make for an irresistible journey as she realizes. . .The only way to survive is to open your heart.
Although the Albertson Memorial Library will be closed in observance of Memorial Day, the All Booked Up group will still meet as scheduled.

Northern Illinois Food Bank Mobile Market Pantry - Lena IL
2026-05-26 15:00 - 16:30 | St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lena, IL, 625 Country Lane Dr., Lena, IL, 61048, United States
May 26 – 3:00 – 4:30 pm
St. John’s Lutheran Church parking lot
625 Country Lane Dr.
Lena, IL 61048
Food is free , so neighbors can thrive.
Food is distributed, first come, first served
Hosted by Lena-Winslow Food Pantry

Backyard Bouquets: Growing Flowers for Cutting
2026-05-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr.,, Janesville, WI, 53545, United States
Turn your backyard into a cut flower paradise! In this session with Andrea Geske, you’ll learn how to design a cut flower garden that produces continuous blooms all season long.
Topics include the best varieties to grow, succession planting strategies, and simple harvesting tips to keep your arrangements fresh and beautiful.

Bike Night and Meat Raffle
2026-05-27 17:00 - 20:00 | WI
The Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association ® Wisconsin Chapter 45-9 invites you to their Bike Night and Meat Raffle at the Janesville VFW on Center Avenue in Janesville.
Enjoy bikes, raffles, music, food, and great company. The event is open to the public and will be held rain or shine.
Join us at the Janesville VFW, 1015 Center Avenue in Janesville.

'Moving It' at the Library
2026-05-28 17:30 | Albertson Memorial Library, 200 N. Water Street, Albany, WI, 53502, United States
The Albertson Memorial Library is thrilled to present ‘Moving It’ at the Library on May 28th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Munch on a walking taco meal while getting an up-close look at an impressive array of heavy machinery!
To ensure safety and space for these seriously big, brawny machines, Water Street will be closed off in front of the library. Fret not, as parking will be available at the American Legion Park.

Sugar River Writers
2026-05-28 18:30 - 19:30 | 216 State Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join the Sugar River Writers on May 28th at 6:30 p.m.
Everyone’s invited, from fresh-faced beginners to seasoned authors with shelves full of published works!
Please note that the May meeting will be held at: 700 Vine Street, Albany.

Tales from the cockpit
2026-05-29 18:30 - 21:00 | WI
The Foundry Theatre of Beloit presents an unforgettable evening of storytelling, humor, and heart! Join us for a collection of high flying fun, all set in and around a farcical airport. Boarding is set, and departure times are May 29th and 30th, gates opening at 6:30pm.
At the United Church of Beloit, 657 Bluff Street, Beloit WI, 53511.
This is a no cost event, any free will donations will be used to fund more Foundry Theatre productions.

Saturday Morning Yoga with Amie
2026-05-30 09:30 - 10:30 | Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr.,, Janesville, WI, 53545, United States
Start your Saturday morning with a grounding outdoor yoga class in the beauty of Rotary Botanical Gardens. Saturday Yoga with Amie takes a traditional Hatha approach, walking you step by step through foundational yoga poses suitable for all levels of practice. No experience necessary — just bring your yoga mat and yourself.

Rock Valley Community Programs Night at the Ballpark
2026-05-30 17:30 - 22:00 | ABC Supply Stadium, 217 Shirland Ave, Beloit, WI, 53511, United States
Come out on 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟑𝟎𝐭𝐡 and make a difference while enjoying a great night at the ballpark! Every ticket purchased directly supports 𝐑𝐨𝐜𝐤 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬, all while you cheer on the Sky Carp and experience the full game-day vibe.
𝐒𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰!
Get ready for a night of high-flying excitement! After the game, watch over 300 drones fill the sky at once in a Drone Show Spectacular! With synchronized lights, music, and aerial choreography, it’s an unforgettable visual experience.
𝐒𝐤𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐩 𝐯𝐬. 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬
𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧: 5:30 PM
𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡: 6:35 PM
Tickets are 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 and available on a first-come, first-served basis in Sections 𝟏𝟎𝟏, 𝟏𝟎𝟐, 𝟏𝟏𝟎, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟏𝟏𝟏.
Support a great cause. Enjoy great baseball. It’s a win-win!

Dine Out to End Hunger
2026-06-01 | 216 State Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Monday June 1st, 2026
Dine out or order take out to support ECHO! Each restaurant will be donating 10% of their sales to ECHO on Monday June 1st.
Participating Restaurants list:
Basics Coffee & Deli
Bodacious Brew
Charlie’s Place
Culver’s (Milton-Ave)
Dairy Queen (W. Court St. and Milton-Ave.)
drafthouse
GR’s Sandwich Shop
H&S Japanese Express
Hacienda Real Mexican
Knute’s Bar & Grill
Little Sister Crepe Shop
Looking Glass
Luke’s Deli
My Apartment Pub
Riley’s Sports Bar & Grill
Sandee’s Thai Fusion
Whiskey Ranch Bar & Grill Janesville

Unearth a Story - presented by the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium
2026-06-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Albertson Memorial Library, 200 N. Water Street, Albany, WI, 53502, United States
The Albertson Memorial Library is launching the 2026 Summer Library Program, themed “Unearth a Story,” with an exciting event presented by educators from the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium.
Join us on June 2nd at 1 p.m. for an engaging one-hour program that explores the captivating world of dinosaurs and their connections to modern-day descendants. During this adventure, you’ll have the opportunity to meet some live animals, enhancing your understanding of these remarkable, scaly creatures.

Craft Night with Diane
2026-06-03 18:30 - 19:30 | Albertson Memorial Library, 200 N. Water Street, Albany, WI, 53502, United States
Hop on into the Albertson Memorial Library for Craft Night with Diane
on June 3rd at 6:30 p.m. where you will discover how to create your very own garden frog using a terra cotta pot.
Each attendee will have the opportunity to create one frog, regardless of the size chosen. Please be aware that spots for this project are limited. Additionally, this craft may only be available during the in-person gathering. Registration is required. You can register at the library or contact us by phone at 608-862-3491 or email us at albertsonlibrary@gmail.com to have your name added to the list.
Please use the south library entrance to enter on the night of this event.

Red Cross Blood Drive
2026-06-04 12:00 - 17:00 | WI
Blood doner event at Marian Hall, 1236 East Racine St. Janesville

Brews & Blooms
2026-06-04 16:00 - 20:00 | Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Dr.,, Janesville, WI, 53545, United States
A beer garden at the gardens! Enjoy brews, soft drinks, seltzers, and food trucks! Sit out on our beautiful terrace or bring a blanket and hang out on our lawn! Explore the gardens after hours! Some beer garden dates may even be themed. Check out our social media posts to stay up to date!

Grapes & Hops
2026-06-05 18:00 - 21:00 | KANDU Industries, 15 Plumb St., Milton, WI, 53563, United States
Introducing this year’s Grapes & Hops theme — the KANDU Speakeasy! The event you’ve known and loved for over a decade returns with an exciting new twist. Step behind closed doors and into a prohibition-era experience unlike anything before. Guests will explore speakeasy-themed tasting booths while sampling a curated selection of specialty wine and beer poured by local celebrities, all set within an engaging and unforgettable atmosphere. Dress the part and enjoy an evening of live music from crowd favorite Tony Ocean & the Main Event Band, interactive wine and beer tasting bars, spectacular food, and a roaring ’20s speakeasy vibe — with proceeds benefiting KANDU’s mission of creating, promoting, and providing diverse opportunities for people with disabilities or disadvantages and offering them the ability to pursue greater independence and explore their limitless potential.

Rock County Dairy Breakfast
2026-06-06 06:30 - 11:00 | WI
Breakfast of pancakes, sausage, cheese, yogurt and ice cream at a real, working dairy farm. Games, crafts, animals…all the things to do.
Brandl Farm
10817 E Lake Shore Rd
Clinton, WI 53525

Toast To TanMan
2026-06-06 09:30 - 22:30 | 216 State Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
We are preparing for the 8th Annual Toast To TanMan/Tanner Kitelinger Memorial Fund Event on Saturday June 6th, 2026. Similar to the other past events, this year’s event will begin with a 5K Fun Run/Walk along the beautiful paths in Beloit’s Riverside Park at 9:30A and will continue at Rock Bar and Grill Event Grounds in Beloit, Wisconsin at Noon ay the Rock Bar event grounds.
This year’s event will benefit the Tanner Kitelinger Rising Star Award, Beloit Junior Knights Hockey, VetsRoll organizations and Special Olympics Wisconsin. The Tanner Kitelinger Rising Star Award recognizes a Senior pursuing higher education as a first responder or front-line worker, at both Beloit Memorial and Beloit FJ Tuner High Schools.
Because of generous contributions and donations from other companies, friends and family, we are excited to say we have given back to the following groups in our son Tanners name and memory.
Special Olympics Southeastern Wisconsin $10,000.00, Burlington Police Department $15,000.00, Vets Roll, Inc. $25,000.00, Beloit Youth Hockey $15,000.00, Beloit Memorial High School Awardees $19.666.00 and Beloit Turner High School Awardees $18,832.00. All total $103,498.00.

Brat Fry at Festival Foods
2026-06-06 10:00 - 18:00 | 216 State Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Brat Fry Fundraiser at Festival Foods in Janesville
10 am – 6 pm
Proceeds will benefit Mount Calvary Lutheran Church ministries

Brat Fry at Festival Foods
2026-06-06 10:00 - 18:00 | Festival Foods, 2233 Humes Rd, Janesville, WI, 53545, United States
Fundraiser for Mount Calvary Lutheran Church. Brat Fry at Festival Foods. All profits will support community outreach and family ministry efforts.

Blackhawk Golden Brick Awards
2026-06-09 08:30 - 10:00 | Blackhawk Technical College, 6004 S. County Rd. G, Janesville, WI, 53546, United States
Experience Blackhawk while celebrating community members, industry partners, alumni and staff at our 5th annual Golden Brick Awards. We’ll recognize fantastic people and partners while providing an interactive opportunity to see firsthand some of the exciting programs our students have available to them. Each winner exemplifies the importance of support to student success and a thriving community.
We’re proud to honor these individuals and businesses for their commitment to creating opportunity through partnership with Blackhawk Technical College.

Summer Library Program - "Unearth a Story"
2026-06-09 10:00 - 19:30 | Albertson Memorial Library, 200 N. Water Street, Albany, WI, 53502, United States
The Albertson Memorial Library is excited to “Unearth a Story” during our Summer Library Program on June 9th. Get ready to dive into a world of stories, crafts, and dino-mite activities all about the awesome Apatosaurus. (The Apatosaurus is a genus of herbivorous sauropod dinosaur that lived in North America during the Late Jurassic period.)
We will be offering three sessions:
• A 10-11 a.m. session, recommended for children pre-k through kindergarten.
• A 1-2 p.m. session, recommended for children 1st grade and up.
We recognize that families may have children in both age groups, so please feel free to attend just one of these sessions with all your children. Keep in mind that each session is tailored to that specific age group, so the activities and information may vary in complexity based on the session you choose.
• All ages are welcome back at 6:30 p.m. for a family movie night.

Veterans Resource Fair
2026-06-10 11:00 - 17:00 | Janesville Elks Lodge #254, 2100 N Washington St, Janesville, WI, 53548, United States
Veterans Health Administration along with Janesville Elks Lodge are hosting a Benefit fair for all Veterans. One to one benefit assistance with federal, state and local Veteran association. Veterans of all ages are encouraged to attend to receive information on current or changes to their benefits. All Veterans receive refreshments.

19th Annual YWCA Care House Golf Outing
2026-06-12 10:30 - 17:00 | Celtic House at Glen Erin Golf Club, 1417 W Airport Rd, Janesville, WI, 53546, United States
Join us on June 12th, 2026 to benefit YWCA Rock County’s CARE House. Your participation will support an essential community service. Since 1993, YWCA CARE House has provided professional and compassionate care to thousands of child victims of physical and sexual abuse or neglect. The CARE House provides forensic interviews with a multidisciplinary team so children only have to tell their painful story once, which is digitally recorded, eliminating duplicate interviews and/or the trauma of facing an abuser in court. https://www.ywcarockcounty.org/events-1

Evansville Education Foundation - Strawberry Shortcake Festival
2026-06-12 15:00 - 19:00 | 216 State Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
The annual Strawberry Shortcake Fesitval is scheduled 3p-7p Friday June 12th, 2026 at Emma’s Table in Evansville.
Come enjoy homemade shortcake, topped with fresh strawberries and hand whipped cream.
50/50 Raffle
Silent Auction
Free activities for kids ~ face painting, photo booth, yard games
This event serves as the primary fundraiser for our foundation, helping us raise much-needed funds to support our mission.
The funds raised through the festival will directly support the following initiatives:
• Grants for innovative educational materials and programs for teachers and staff
• Support for students in need (winter gear, shoes, field trip costs, etc.)
• Grants for STEM materials and programming
• Grants for academic clubs for supplies, trips, etc.

NIGHT NATURE HIKE AT ROCKPORT PARK
2026-06-12 21:00 - 23:00 | Rockport Park, 2801 Rockport Rd, Janesville, WI, 53548, United States
Meet at the west end of the parking lot next to the swimming pool in Rockport Park in Janesville. Join us for a night hike in Janesville’s largest park for a warm summer evening in June. This is the peak time of the year to see bats, fireflies and glowworms, smell the night-blooming wildflowers and hear the calls of owls, frogs, and toads. This is an excellent program for families with children or for scout groups, church groups, etc. If rain threatens, call the Janesville parks cancellation hotline at 608-373-4380 for weather related cancellations and/or rescheduling. For all of our night hikes, participants should wear light colored clothing appropriate for the forecasted temperatures and have some form of insect repellent handy, but no flashlights, please. Some trails may be damp, so wear shoes or boots that are OK to get slightly wet and/or muddy. If there is rain on Friday night, we will try again at the same meeting place and time for Saturday night. Tjhis event is free and open to the public.

Beloit Meals on Wheels - 2026 Pickleball Open Play Day
2026-06-13 00:00 - 18:00 | 216 State Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
We are excited about our “Dinkin for a Cause Pickleball Open Play Day” for Beloit Meals on Wheels starting at Noon on June 13.
Here’s what you can expect:
Hot Dogs, Brats, Burgers, Chips, Water, and Gatorade will be provided.
Please bring a small dish to pass. You can sign up your food item by emailing linda@beloitmealsonwheels.com.
Please bring your own lawn chair, sunscreen, bug spray, extra water, and adult or any other beverages you want to drink. We do have a permit, if you want to bring your own beer, wine coolers or wine.
Wootton Park has 8 Pickleball courts available which will be marked by level of play (beginner, intermediate, advanced). Lessons will be provided for beginners who register from noon to 2 pm.
We will be running a 50/50 raffle (so bring some extra cash)! We will also be selling our Heart of Gold raffle tickets at the event. (Baskets range in value up to $900).
Parking: Remember, parking is limited at the Wootton Park.
Thank you to the team who will be grilling up the delicious food!
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO REGISTER!

Orfordville Market Day
2026-06-13 09:00 - 13:00 | 304 East Beloit St Orfordville WI, 304 East Beloit St, Orfordville, WI, 53576
Enjoy a vibrant day at the market with the John Kinna Foundation’s food stand. Discover Baby Dolls for just a buck and visit the Harvest Hub produce stand offering the finest local produce. The market lot and street will be bustling with diverse vendors, and there will be fun games for the kids. Close parking and no cost to enter. Thank you to our sponsors Green County Fence and Deck and John Kinna Memorial Fund.

Free community Event
2026-06-13 13:00 - 15:00 | WI
Food, clothes, hygiene. products

Nolan's Casino Night Fundraiser for Stem Cell Treatment
2026-06-13 17:00 - 22:00 | 216 State Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, community, and giving back at Nolan’s Casino Night Fundraiser on Saturday, June 13, 2026! This special event is being held to help support Nolan’s journey toward life-changing stem cell treatment.
Guests will enjoy a night filled with exciting casino-style games, raffles, prizes, great food, drinks, and incredible company — all while making a meaningful difference for Nolan and his family. Every ticket purchased, raffle entry, donation, and sponsorship helps bring Nolan one step closer to receiving the care and treatment he needs.
Whether you come to play, win, donate, or simply show your support, your presence will have a lasting impact. Together, we can turn hope into action and surround Nolan with the love and support of our community.
Casino Games
Raffles & Prizes
Food & Drinks
Community Support for Nolan
Mark your calendars for June 13, 2026, and join us for a night of hope, laughter, and generosity. We can’t wait to see you there!

Milton Youth Tri
2026-06-14 08:00 - 10:30 | Milton High School, 114 W High St, Milton, WI, 53563, United States
We are hosting a triathlon for youth ages 5-12 years old! The athletes get to swim in the Milton High School Pool, bike around Schilberg Park, and run on the Milton High School Track! There is also a Fun Run for younger children and their families around 10am – they will get to run around the Milton High School track too!
