New Glarus - Green County Tourism

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Curds 101
I Melt With You
History Made Here
Swiss Miss
Dining Alfresco
Picker’s Paradise
Family Business
The Perfect Pair
and more...
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In Green County, we believe
there’s artistry to living the great
life—a way of life built on a proud
Swiss heritage, with creativity and
precision as hallmarks of all that
we do.
Our cheesemakers and brewers
are artists who pour their personal
passion, attention to detail and
craftsmanship into every wedge,
wheel and block of cheese; and
every bottle and keg of beer. From
our rich bounty of locally crafted
food and beer, to the artistry
of barn quilts. Or the art of the
landscape—with crops planted in
orderly strips echoing the contours
of the land to minimize erosion.
Dairy cattle grazing the rolling hills.
Farmers—artists turning grass into
milk. The artistry of local heritage
expressed through music, dance,
and cuisine. Our legacy, our way
of life.
From the hands and hearts of our
entire community of master artisans
to the heart and soul of you and
your family.
there’s an art to it.
PHOTOS AND CREDITS
Front cover: Josh and Jessica Mayer at New Glarus Hotel (Brenda Steurer), Dan Wegmueller and Mojito the Brown Swiss (Noreen
Rueckert), Kayak on the Sugar River (Brenda Steurer), Swiss Cheese (Bill Wyss), Beer and Cheese (Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board),
100 Accordions Player at the 2014 Cheese Days Festival (Brenda Steurer), 2014 Green County Dairy Queen Kelsey Cramer with Sarah
the Cheese Lady (Gary Knowles).
This page and opposite: “Field of Happiness”– Sunflowers near Albany (Brenda Steurer), Bikes on the Sugar River Trail (Noreen
Rueckert), Alphorn Players (Brenda Steurer), 2015 Green County Fairest of the Fair Whitney Disch (Brenda Steurer), Concerts on the
Square (Noreen Rueckert).
Back cover: ATV on the Cheese Country Trail (Noreen Rueckert), Alphorn Player George Albright (Gary Knowles), Chef Wave from Dining
Room at 209 Main (Noreen Rueckert), Wheels of Cheese (Bill Wyss).
DEVELOPMENT
Within guide:CORPORATION
Brenda Steurer,
Sue Moen, Jean Kringle, Anthony Wahl, Noreen Rueckert, Kirk Lawlor, Dunnell Kendrick Parker, Zoe Nevil,
greencountyedc.com
Gary Knowles, Michele Benesch, Ann Wanless, Mike Hawkey, Brett Cooper, Jeff Hoffelt.
608.328.9452
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COUNTY ROAD MAP
& BARN QUILTS MAP
Pull-out insert at back
of guide includes road
index, township names,
barn quilt directory
and 140+ barn quilt
locations marked for
planning your own
driving tour.
COMMUNITIES
Albany
Belleville
Brodhead
Brooklyn
Monroe
Monticello
New Glarus
18-21
22-25
26-31
36-39
40-55
56-59
6-17
Community Map Key
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SPECIAL INTEREST
Ag Ventures
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Amish Community Businesses
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Bed & Breakfast Inns
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Calendar of Events
61-64
Cheese Factories/Outlets
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Geneaology65
Museums59
Swimming Pools
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Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board 34
OUTDOORS
Badger State Trail
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Cadiz Springs Rec Area 46
Cheese Country ATV Trail50
Lake Belle View
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New Glarus Woods
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Pearl Island Corridor
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Sugar River Trail
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SOME FUN STUFF INSIDE
Curds 101
Dining Alfresco
Family Business
Godstilla
I Melt With You
Jean Kringle's Pics
Pull on Sunday, Plow on Monday
Picker's Paradise
Swiss Miss
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New Glarus
New Glarus Chamber
swisstown.com
800.527.6838
Salute to Sausage!
Try a local favorite:
Schublig, Cervalas,
Landjaeger and
Kalberwurst.
Selfie with
an alphorn
player.
From Glarus in
Switzerland to
New Glarus in
Wisconsin: Swiss
Historical Village
tells the
story.
Swissy things
to taste and do
Switzerland
has twentysix cantons,
four languages,
and one national
dish: fondue.
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Fun Facts & Points of Interest
Music Fest, Heidi Fest, Fire Fest, Oktober Fest. Let’s
get this party started!
The New Glarus Chamber (located in the restored
railroad depot that doubles as trailhead for the Sugar
River Trail) is your one-stop shop for bike rentals,
maps, and visitor information. Friendly chamber
employees Susie and Mel will tell you where to go
(but in a nice way).
Our Swiss Roots run deep. Discover yours at the Swiss
Center of North America.
The butcher, the baker and the Swiss cheese maker –
you’ll find them all here. No candlestick maker,
but Brenda’s Blumenladen has a great selection
of candles.
Grüetzi! That’s the official way to welcome friends in
New Glarus.
Etched in granite on the “settler’s monument” on the
grounds of the Swiss Church are the names of the
twenty-five families who made the epic journey from
Switzerland and founded the village of New Glarus.
Many of those surnames can still be found in the
phone book today.
Cheesemaking began here in 1846 when Swiss
immigrants purchased a few dozen dairy cows and
herded them from Ohio to New Glarus.
Shops and Hops: great shopping downtown
followed by a brewery experience on the hilltop.
In Switzerland, “everlasting peace” might expire after
25 years. Learn why at the Swiss Historical Village.
Be careful, you’re gonna polka your eye out! There’s
live music at New Glarus Hotel most Friday and
Saturday evenings. Originally established as the New
Glarus Haus, this property has been a cornerstone of
the village since 1853.
Jodlerklub, Mannerchor, Kinderchor: our Swiss
heritage is something to sing about.
On the walls at Puempel’s Olde Tavern are murals
that tell stories and a clock that doesn’t tell time.
Stay ahwile: lodging options include motel, bed and
breakfast, vacation home rental, and campground.
Kalberwurst Dinner
March 19
Lions BBQ
June 24
Pedal for Paws
July 9
Swiss Village opens for season
May 1
Music Fest
June 24-26
Firefest
August 6
Bike Rodeo
May 14
Heidi Folk Fest
June 24-26
Alphorn Man Sprint Triathlon
August 7
Polkafest
June 10-12
EMS Run
June 25
Volksfest
August 7
Beer, Bacon & Cheese
June 11
Maxwell Street Days
July 8-9
Classic Car Show
August 20
These are just some of our events; check the calendar at the back of the guide for more.
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Map Key page 65.
Wilhelm Tell Festival
September 2-4
Gathering of Rogues &
Ruffians Renaissance Faire
October 8-9
Art in the Park
September 4
Grace Church Free Festival
September 11
Swiss Village Harvest Fest
October 9
Oktoberfest
September 23-25
Tipsy Turkey Pub Crawl
November 26
Kilby Supper
September 24
Holiday Tree Lighting
December 3
St. Nicholas Day & Cookie Sale
December 3
Lunch with Santa
December 10
Visit SwissTown.com for updates and details.
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Here are a few not-to-miss shops:
Brenda’s Blumenladen – a fresh mix of giftware,
apparel and accessories. Famous makers include
Brighton, Vera Bradley, Willow Tree. Brenda’s is the
perfect spot for the inspired gardener of all interests
– with perennials and annuals, grasses and shrubs,
fountains, birdbaths, garden accents and benches.
HOPS...AND SHOPS!
In addition to finding the craft beers you know and
love, New Glarus has a wealth of specialty stores.
Many are conveniently located within quick walking
distance in the downtown area. You’ll find apparel
and accessories, bridal and formalwear, bath and
body products, candles, pottery, European imports,
home and garden décor, jewelry and artisan
creations, plus kitchen gadgets and cookware.
For the foodie: cured meats, artisan cheese, fudge,
ice cream, bakery, beer, wine, maple syrup, jams
and sauces, gourmet ingredients and mixes.
You
know
n it’s cut from the wheel!
it’s real whe
Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker Bruce Workman
started with his very own award-winning
EDELWEISS CREAMERY cheeses, and invited other local
cheesemakers to share their favorites too!
* Over 100 varieties of Wisconsin cheese
* Cheese tools, cutting boards, fondue pots
* Wisconsin beers
* Sausages and meats
* Local and imported wine
Looking for a gift idea?
We can help with a creative
gift basket for all of the
cheese lovers on your list.
Edelweiss Cheese Shop
Authentic Wisconsin
529 First St., New Glarus, WI
Phone 608.636.2155
Daily: 10 am - 5 pm; Winter hours vary
edelweisscheeseshop.com
Glarnerladen – antique, vintage, and one-of-akind. The owners travel south every winter in pursuit
of “new” finds to showcase on their shelves for your
treasure-hunting pleasure.
New Glarus Primrose Winery – featuring dinner and
dessert wines from Wisconsin-grown fruits – cherries,
apples, cranberries and rhubarb. Stop in their
tasting room to discover your favorites.
Kinderladen – for those
seeking the unique when it
comes to quality toys that
inspire crafting, learning
and creativity. Fun stuff:
stomp rockets, fingerprint
kits, gyro wheels, princess
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gear, Wisconsin-opoly, and throwbacks like Simon –
the electronic memory game from the 80’s.
Maple Leaf Cheese and Chocolate – under new
ownership in 2016 – but with the same tradition of
quality in presenting local and imported flavors…
wine, fudge, cheese, candies and gourmet treats.
Toffler's Pub & Grill
ALFRESCO: located in open air
Patios, porches and sidewalk cafés…
here are a dozen spots to dine outside.
Sugar River Pizza
Ticino Pizzeria
Hoesly’s Meats – following in the European family
tradition of the fine craft of sausage making through
generations: flavored bratwurst, fresh and cured
sausages, snack sticks and wieners.
Tofflers Pub & Grill
Kennedy’s Ice Cream
& Grill
Beer Depot at New Glarus Brewing Co. – stock up on
4-packs, 6-packs, and cases to go.
Chalet Landhaus
Kristi’s Bistro Pub
Puempel’s Olde Tavern
Maple Leaf Cheese
& Chocolate
(Thursday Night Cookout)
Ott Haus Pub & Grill
Culver’s
Kleeman’s Bar & Grill
Fat Cat Coffee Works
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Years ago if you said “Swiss Miss” in New
Glarus, everyone knew you weren’t talking
about the girl down the street. The Swiss
Miss was a world-class fabric business that
grew out of a Swiss immigrant’s tenacity and
entrepreneurial skills.
Albert Wieser, a
native of Appenzell,
Switzerland, took the
antiquated equipment
and dilapidated
building of a threetimes bankrupted
business and turned it
into the Upright Swiss
Embroidery Factory
in 1938. In addition to embroidered fabrics
and trims, the factory produced chevrons for
military uniforms and vestments for the clergy.
Wieser introduced his wares to folks
throughout the Midwest by exhibiting at fairs
and shows. As he peddled, Wieser actively
marketed the community and its Swiss
heritage. People began visiting to see the
fabric being made.
Wieser
opened the
Swiss Miss Textile
Mart in 1963. Soon,
young ladies were traveling to
purchase fabric and lace for their
wedding gowns. While other stores carried
common patterns, Swiss Miss offered the
more exclusive brands of Burda – a Swiss
company, and Vogue. In addition to the
fabric made at his factory, Wieser stocked
Irish Linen, Pendleton Wool, silks and velvets.
Fabric from the store was used to make
uniforms for waitresses at local restaurants, for
costuming actors in the Wilhelm Tell drama,
and by home sewers looking to add style to
their wardrobes.
Gail Beal, a volunteer at the Swiss Historical
Village, recalls a favorite pastime: pulling
• Pizza, pastas, sandwiches,
salads, wings, appetizers
• Delightful, casual dining
seating 175 on two floors
• Relax around two outdoor
firetables on our patio
along the bike trail
• Serving over 100 micro
brews and fine wines
UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP
~Award Winning Wisconsin Cheese~
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Wide selection of local and artisanal foods
Fine wines, including Swiss imports
Homemade butter cream fudge
Cheese and wine accessories
Ice cream in homemade waffle cones
Gluten-free cookies and crackers
Open Daily 10 am - 5 pm, May through December
(608) 527-2000
554 First Street, New Glarus, WI
www.mapleleafcheeseandchocolatehaus.com
• Big Screen TV
• FREE wifi
Our hand-tossed pizzas
begin with dough made
daily. Our cheese is
hand-crafted from our
local Silver Lewis Cheese Cooperative.
Delivery … Take-out … Dine-In … Catering
700 Railroad Street
(Next to the bike trail,
one block south of
the post office.)
608.527.5000
sugarriverpizza.com
Delivery & Take-out at our BELLEVILLE location: 608.424.6777
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out the sewing machine to create something
new while her husband was busy working. But
this meant going to the Swiss Miss and on her
way in she had to pass owner Albert Wieser –
who was generally stationed near the bolts of
bridal and formal fabric. “He wasn’t shy when
it came to passing out advice,” says Beal.
“He’d eye you up and shout out ‘you’ll need
two and a half yards for a dress’ or whatever
amount he deemed necessary based on your
height and size.”
When the Pet Milk plant closed in the 1960’s,
village forefathers and business leaders
strategized on how to move onward and
upward after the loss of their largest employer.
“Starting with Swiss facades and details, they
consciously turned New Glarus into a tourist
destination,” says Denise Anton Wright, who
volunteers along with Beal. “This re-creation
kept the Swiss culture alive, and the Swiss Miss
was integral in reimagining New Glarus and
how the village is known today as America’s
Little Switzerland.”
Glarnerladen
Antiques and Collectibles and More!
Steins, Glassware, Dolls, Tins, Beer Memorabilia,
Wood Carvings and more
Mon-Sat 9:30-5:00 • Sunday 10:30-5:00
(Feb. 8 thru March 3: open Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Closed Mon-Thurs.)
101 6th Ave. • New Glarus, WI • (608) 527-4300
Swiss Historical Village
Continuous tours of 14 buildings
showcasing Green County’s Swiss
history and rural/small town life.
Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, May 1 through Oct. 15
• Group tours and buses welcome by appointment •
612 7th Ave., P.O. Box 745
New Glarus, WI 53574 • (608) 527-2317
Visit us on the web at
www.swisshistoricalvillage.org
Far left - custom boxes were used to display handkerchiefs of
various intricate patterns - neatly folded and adorned with a
ribbon and ready for gift-giving.
Above - there’s an art to it: similar to that of a player piano,
the perforated roll designated a pattern for the needles of
the embroidery machine to follow. The holes allowed rods to
shape scrolls, circles, and loops.
Learn more about the legacay of Albert Wieser’s Swiss Miss
and see fabric and other artifacts from the factory at the
Swiss Historical Village.
SWISS MISS
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A walk into the woods elevated above ground.
A Saturday morning coffee while leaning
on the rail of the Bird Watching Observation
Deck. Quite lovely.
- Dunnell Kendrick Parker, Friends of New Glarus Woods State Park
A handicap accessible sidewalk leads from the picnic area to
the woods at New Glarus Woods State Park, but that’s where
things get interesting. Instead of a trail on the ground, visitors
get a bird’s eye view, literally, with a boardwalk through the
upper layer of the forest habitat. “The idea was to have access
for all people...wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers included,” says
Kendrick Parker.
Funds for the boardwalk and observation deck were provided
by a grant from the Nelson Knowles Stewardship Grant of
Wisconsin DNR, a private donation from Betty L. Kendrick
(shown in the photo), and from the sale of firewood at the park.
The Friends of New Glarus Woods State Park sponsored this
innovative approach to exploring nature from the top down.
BIRD'S EYE VIEW
New Glarus Woods is a 435-acre state park offering camping
and a paved spur to the Sugar River State Trail. The park has
several hiking trails, including the interpretive Bison Nature Trail
featuring the life-size Bison replica that found a permanent
home on the prairie. 608.527.2335 • newglaruswoods.org
If you like beer, the cheese is just for fun . If you like
the cheese, then the beer is just there to cleanse the
palatte. And if you like both, well God bless, because
you’re in the right place – here in Green County.
- Bruce Workman, Wisconsin Master Cheesemaker
We asked Edelweiss Creamery’s Bruce Workman to choose a couple of
local brews that would complement the flavors of his artisan cheese:
Grass-Fed Gouda.
So what’s the big deal with grass-fed cheese? There’s some stuff in
there you don’t get when cows are eating sileage. Like omega 3’s
and beta carotene and conjugated linoleic acid. And this matters
why? The flavor profile, of course. It simply tastes better. And by
the way it’s gow-da, not goo-da. “Sweet,” says Bruce after savoring
a piece off a wheel of Gouda that got its start in a pasture back in
2012. “It hangs on the palate for a second, just long enough so that
you want to go back for more.” He’s paired it with Fat Squirrel, a darker beer from New Glarus Brewing Company. Bruce
explains that fuller-flavored cheeses typically pair best with darker beers. But it’s really subjective. “Cheese with beer,
cheese with wine, or cheese with bourbon – it’s your personal choice,” he says with a smile.
TALKING CHEESE AND BEER
Butterkase.
Yummy, like eating a butter cracker. Bruce says this is a kid-friendly favorite that makes a great grilled cheese. Adults
will enjoy a bowl of tomato bisque soup on the side. He offers two pairing options – New Glarus Brewing Company’s Two
Women, or their flagship brew Spotted Cow. His wife Kathy votes for Two Women, an amber-style beer with a fresh but just
slightly bitter taste. The butterkase smooths it down, makes it really comfortable.
Cheese and beer. Both made from a handful of ingredients that yield infinite delicious possibilities. With two breweries and
more than a dozen cheese factories, Green County offers some seriously satisfying pairing options.
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Where You’re as Welcome as the Flowers in May
u Wine sampling - take home
your favorite
u Ask about our customized
wine labels
u Buses and groups welcome
u Stop in and enjoy wine by
the glass
500 1st Street, P.O. Box 958
New Glarus, WI 53574
The history of firefighting
dates back to ancient Rome.
Other than the occasional
bucket brigade, many local
communities - New Glarus
included - didn’t have any
organized firefighting systems
in place until municipal water
was made available.
Phone: (608) 527-5053 Fax: (608) 527-6062
Email: [email protected]
Shop our website - newglarusprimrosewinery.com
~Will UPS All Wines • MasterCard & Visa Accepted~
Hoesly’s Meats
The replica Feuer Wehr Haus
(Fire House) at the Swiss
Historical Village houses New
Glarus Fire Department’s
first piece of equipment - a
1902 ladder rig and hose
cart which was pulled by a
running team of volunteer
firemen. Today’s volunteers
keep this tradition alive by
running parade routes and
delighting audiences as they
pause to brace the ladder
upright while one quick and
agile firefighter climbs up.
Stop by today – you’ll appreciate the convenience of our Retail Store!
Locally grown, safe, hand-picked, quality meat. • State inspected for cleanliness.
Winners in 3 categories in Wisconsin State Competition.
Brats (Pork, Veal, Smoked) • Landjaeger Old World Sausage • Custom Cut Sides
Specially prepared meats for your freezer or summer parties!
219 Industrial Drive • New Glarus, WI 53574
Just North of New Glarus, off Hwy 69 • (608) 527-2513
N GFD
Proceeds from the NGFD’s
annual Kalberwurst (Swiss
sausage) dinner in March and
Fire Fest (live music, firefighter
water fights, food and fun) in
August are used to support
ongoing education and the
purchase of new equipment.
When you’re talking “starters” the term Raclette refers
to both the dish on the menu and a cheese and that
originated in Switzerland. Raclette dates back as early as
1291 in the Valais canton. Local lore says when herdsmen
were cooking potatoes and pickles, their cheese got too
close to the open fire and it melted. They were likely happy
to discover that although Raclette is an easy melter, it didn’t
get runny.
I MELT WITH YOU
Specially designed grills are used to melt the cheese (the
flavor intensifies as it heated) and spatula-shaped knives
scrape it onto plates to be served up with the traditional
potatoes and pickles, as well as other vegetables and
sometimes crusty breads. Similar to fondue, a Raclette
party is an interactive experience with guests gathered
around the grill to serve themselves while enjoying
conversation and likely a glass of wine. Mini grills are
perfect for a cozy party of two.
Get a taste of this special occasion dish at New Glarus Hotel Restaurant, where
Chef Mike or Chef Roland will use locally-made Emmi Roth mild Raclette over
boiled potatoes, garnished with red onion, pickles, tomato and capers.
If you’d like to experiment at home, Alp and Dell Cheese Store in Monroe carries
Raclette year round in blocks, but the wheels tend to be a seasonal item for the
holidays. The store also stocks the grills.
PICNIC PICK:
COWS ON THE HILLTOP
Ah yes...summer in Wisconsin. That sweet fleeting
season marked by flip-flops and festivals, grillin’ and
chillin’ on the patio. Picnic, anyone? Here’s a scenic
spot and some local flavors to fill that picnic basket.
Step one: sandwiches to go from Puempel’s Olde
Tavern and homemade buttercream fudge from
Maple Leaf Cheese & Chocolate for dessert.
Step two: choose your brews and enjoy the the
panoramic hilltop view overlooking the countryside
from the outdoor courtyard beer garden at New
Glarus Brewing Co. Remember to pick up after
yourself and please don’t use the fountain to wash
your feet (yes, it has happened). Best bet for the
basket: Spotted Cow, of course!
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Albany
Chamber of Commerce • albanyareachamber.com • 608.862.3299
Village of Albany • albanywi.org • 608.862.3240
Blue-stem,
goldenrod, and
purple love grass:
experience the
colors of
Muralt Bluff
Prairie.
Check out the
“dam” good view
from Sugar River
Overlook Park.
Take a
selfie with
wolf hunter
Reuben Folsom
at the Albany
Historical Society
Museum.
Grab a PFD
- personal
floatation
device. Your
tubing adventure
is about to begin.
• Some of the first residents were members of the
Winnebago tribe who fished the river and camped along
the banks.
• Looking for your catch of the day? The scenic dam in
downtown Albany is ideal for fishermen and photographers.
Yesteryear's Weekend - May 27-30
Reuben's Run - May 28
• The Sugar River and Sugar River Trail offer some of the
best scenery in Green County.
• The Albany Historical Society Museum is home to a
collection of vintage hats; years ago when hats were
integral to any lady’s wardrobe, a shop in downtown Albany
boasted “the best selection of millinery west of Chicago.”
MDA Tub Run - June 18
Car Show - June 26
Amish Auction - July 30
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Map Key page 65.
• The Albany Wildlife Area (public hunting grounds) is open
for business...deer, turkey and pheasants can be found on
1700 acres along the Little Sugar River.
• The Chamber hosts an annual Yesteryear’s Weekend over
Memorial Day weekend; complete with music, parades, and
family fun.
• Albany’s early claim to fame as “Pearl of the Sugar
River” refers to the pearl button industry: the shells from
locally harvested clams and mussels were used to create
iridescent pearl buttons.
• Nearby: Amish businesses; destination restaurant in Attica.
Hymn Sing - August 21
Tractor Show - August 28
Fall Festival - October 1
Enchanted Sugar River Christmas - December 3
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Exploring the Sugar River Trail
From the trailhead at the restored depot
in New Glarus to the city of Brodhead, the
Sugar River Trail traverses gentle, rolling
country with almost no grade. This makes it
a perfect trail for families and newcomers to
the sport of bicycling.
From New Glarus heading south, you’ll pass
through farmland and a golf course (watch
out for golf carts crossing the path near
the 14th hole) as you follow along the Little
Sugar River. Closer to Monticello you’ll enter
a wooded area with the occasional rocky
bluff alongside, and further along – the
Albany Wildlife Area.
Side-trip into Albany for a scenic view
overlooking the downtown dam.
The small town atmosphere of Albany combined with strong community spirit and
hearty rural roots are what make Albany a
special place.
The Little and Big Sugar Rivers join up just
north of the village, providing fishermen with
ample opportunities for enjoying their sport.
Outfitters can set you up for a tube or canoe
trip down river and shuttle ride back. Follow
it up with ice cream in downtown Albany!
Nature lovers should visit the nearby 62-acre
Muralt Bluff Prairie. Throughout the summer,
goldenrods and blazing stars attract various
species of butterflies, and grassland birds are
common. Take Hwy. 59 west for about two
miles, then north and west on County F to the
access lane and parking area.
The Albany Chamber of Commerce works
to promote local business and also sponsors
various events like the annual Yesteryear’s
Weekend. Get ready for the rumble when
hundreds of motorcycles roll into town for the
MDA Tub Run on June 18.
Spring is a great time of year to observe
the flora and fauna. The first section of
the trail is a Packer fan’s dream, with
yellow and green the predominant colors:
newly leafed trees and bright green forbs
contrasted with golden Marsh Marigolds,
plus Goldfinches flying overhead. Spring
DAY TRIP: PICKER’S PARADISE
Green County is a picker’s paradise.
Antiques, collectibles, retro and salvaged
pieces, the back roads and towns hold
hidden gems waiting to be discovered. So
hop in the car, grab a latte and your walking
shoes and get ready to dig and explore!
Start with Monroe’s St. Vincent DePaul Thrift
Store. Open 6 days a week, (Mon-Friday 9
a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) you’ll find
the mundane, unique and collectible. The
money goes to a good cause. All store profits
are kept local and used to help families in
need. The organization also awards four
scholarships every year.
Out in Attica, a tiny dot on the map, Franklin Grove Etc.
is your next destination. It’s a treasure trove of antiques
hand-picked by owner Cathy Burgweger. “90% of what
I sell is mine from years of collecting,” she said. Her
collection includes items like a WWI Army folding field
table to Waterford crystal. Plan to eat lunch or dinner here
(the menu features locally-sourced food). Open AprilDecember, Wed.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Fri. 10 a.m. to 8
p.m. and Sat. and Sun. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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is also the best season to see Warblers, and
the wing patches of the male Red-winged
blackbirds are at their brightest.
A pleasant combination of fields, river
bottom and woods lends interest along
the trail. From Exeter Crossing Road (north
of Monticello) to Bump Road (east side of
Albany), the Sugar River Trail is part of the
Ice Age National Scenic Trail. As you ride,
be sure to allocate some time for side trips
into the small towns that skirt the trail. New
Glarus, Monticello, Albany, and Brodhead
– all have something to offer in the way of
amenities.
Albany House B&B – a welcoming
‘home away from home’ after a day in the saddle.
Lodging adjacent to or nearby the
Sugar River Trail
Hoch Haus – New Glarus
Chalet Landhaus – New Glarus
Swiss Aire Motel – New Glarus
Albany House B&B – Albany
Go-Inn Home B&B – Brodhead
-Excerpted from a blog by Kirk Schutte, a retired computer
consultant who has biked many of Wisconsin’s trails.
The Sugar River Trail is one of his favorites.
Sugar River State Recreation Trail – 23 miles from
New Glarus to Brodhead and 14 trestle bridges
along the way. Users include bikers, hikers,
geo-cachers, and snowmobilers. 608.527.2335.
dnr.wi.gov/topic/parks/name/sugarriver
Extend your stay – With offices in Monroe and
New Glarus, the dedicated professionals at
Century 21 Zwygart Realty can help you find the
perfect home.
Food b Spirits
Head to bustling tourist mecca of New Glarus
and visit Glarnerladen Antiques. Co-owners Nancy
Daniels and Russ Bethke fill the store with estate
sale finds and pieces picked up along the way.
Their proximity to New Glarus Brewery makes
German beer collectibles and steins particularly
popular, Daniels said. The store’s also known for carrying
European woodcarvings. Retro-pickers will love the vintage
kitchen pieces and huge cookie cutter selection. Open
Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun. 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(special hours February and March - call ahead).
AntiqueshResalehRetail
The Albany Thrift Store – Started by four local churches, it’s
operated entirely by volunteer staff so all money goes back
into the community. Last year the store donated more than
$15,000. Open Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m.
to 2 p.m.
Luecke’s Jewelers – A family-owned jewelry store in
downtown Monroe that also buys estate and vintage
jewelry. Sell, trade-in or browse the beautiful signed and
unsigned vintage pieces. Open Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m. to 5
p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sequel’s Fine Interior Consignments –
High-end furniture and home accessory consignments in
Monroe. Specializing in pieces in very good to "like-new"
condition. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Belleville
Belleville Area Chamber of Commerce
www.belleville-wi.com • 608-334-7920 or 608-220-0933
Belleville Economic Development Committee
[email protected]
Picnic with a view
by the gazebo at
historic Library
Park, where
cattle once
grazed.
Destination Quilt
Shop: an explosion
of color with 5000
bolts at Patches
and Petals.
Test–drive
tough gear
at outlet
prices: Duluth
Trading Company.
Get in
touch with
the natural
side of things take a stroll on
the berm.
• The name “Belleville” was chosen by John Frederick, the first
French Canadian settler. When translated to English, it means
"Beautiful Village."
• A distinct curve in the 930-foot Stewart Tunnel (three miles south
on the Badger Trail) means you’ll need a flashlight to navigate
Wisconsin’s darkest trail tunnel. To the north, a connection to the
Capitol City Trail leads bicyclists to the greater Madison area.
• B ring your binoculars or high-powered telescope to catch the
action in the nests of the Eagle pairs who have made their
homes along the berm of Lake Belle View and the Sugar River.
• Ten mile challenge: paddle your canoe or kayak on the Upper
Sugar River course.
Garage Sales - May 6-7 Green County Dairy Day Parade & Queen Selection - June 25 For the Love of Quilts - Quilt Show - July 15-16
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Map Key page 65.
• A meandering trip on the Lower Sugar River leads to Exeter Park
- perfect for a picnic and a game of disc golf.
• The DNR calls the Sugar River a “living cold water fishery” stocked with Blue Gill, Trout, Small and Big Mouthed Bass and
various pan fish.
• Hike the “Eagle Loop” trail off the berm for a natural showcase of
native plants, rare birds and a backwater lagoon habitat.
• Blanding’s turtles (a rare species native to the area) make their
home along the berm. These semi-terrestrial turtles generally
return to the same sandy nesting spot each year with hatching
taking place in fall.
Concerts in the Park - Tuesdays June & July
Community Picnic - August 11-14
Lakefest - August 28
UFO Day - October 29
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One of Jean’s
favorite photos:
unlike the
flamboyant red
and black of the
male, the muted
colors of the female
Red-Winged
Blackbird provide
camouflage
for nesting in
marshes or
perching on
a cattail.
I al ways have my camera along when I walk the berm . I’ve
been delighted to see how much the berm is used and the deep
sense of appreciation that residents and visitors have for it.
-Jean Kringle, retired art teacher, photographer, nature enthusiast
What does Jean Kringle like about Belleville? It’s a small town, but with so much to offer
– from concerts at Library Park to the community swimming pool and an impressive new
medical clinic. But what rises to the top of her list is the Lake Belle View Project.
Central to the project was the addition of a berm separating the river from the lake –
with multiple benefits including a silt-free lake for better fish habitat and accessibility for
paddle sports enthusiasts. The berm doubles as a shortcut to downtown, and there’s
also the aesthetic factor. “The curve of its design fits comfortably and naturally into the
environment,” said Kringle.
Great Blue Herons, Sandhill Cranes, Prothonotary Warblers, Baltimore Orioles…. a walk along
the berm is a great way to fill up your bird watching bucket list. Deer, fox, coyote, raccoon,
opossum, squirrel, rabbits, otter, beaver, woodchuck, muskrat and bobcat. Kringle has
spotted them all. She is especially pleased that the local school brings students for field trips
in spring – with retired DNR employees and an ornithologist leading activities and tours. “This builds a sense of stewardship and helps
the next generation to gain an appreciation for this treasure,” said Kringle.
Although she is seldom without her camera, the one day she left home without it – sure enough – the Bald Eagle was posing on a park
bench. In addition to the natural assets, Kringle captures photos of optimistic fishermen of all ages (“both local and from nearby towns
– I know because I fished as a kid so I strike up conversations with most of them”), bicyclists (“like Mrs. Beutel on her three-wheeler”), and
joggers – often with baby strollers.
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In 1848, when John
Frederick named
Belleville meaning
‘beautiful village’
after his hometown
in Ontario, it
couldn’t be more
true almost 170
years later.
Belleville is a small
village southwest
of Madison in
BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE Dane and Green
County and what
makes Belleville unique is the natural beauty,
recreational activities, a school district that
focuses on quality education, businesses that
offer employment and friendly, hardworking
families who are proud of their heritage.
“Belleville has a lot to offer whether you are a
resident or just passing through,” said Village
President Roger Hillebrand. “We offer longtime
favorite events like Community Picnic and UFO
Day but we aren’t afraid to organize new events
like the Music Crawl or Lake Fest or Concerts in
the Park to enhance what we have to offer and
to bring in other interests.”
Belleville is a community that supports families
and businesses. The newly restored Lake Belle
View, the Sugar River water trail and Badger
State Trail are just a few natural areas that are
open to the public to experience and enjoy.
In addition, just north of Belleville, Dane County has
purchased several properties to make the Sugar
River open to the public for fishing, kayaking, hiking
and canoeing.
“The Sugar River is one of those ‘go-to’ destinations
for getting outside and enjoying nature,” Dane
County Executive Joe Parisi said. “Preserving this
corridor means families for generations to come will
be able to fish, camp and canoe in and along the
river.”
Construction of a river walk along the Sugar River
from Community Park, through the downtown area
and through several residential neighborhoods, will
lead to Highway PB west of Belleville. Several new
businesses and the UW Health Family Medicine
Clinic are located here, and home sites are ready
for future growth.
“The river walk will provide a recreational path
for everyone to enjoy the berm, Lake Belle View
and the Sugar River,” said Rick Francois, member
of the Economic Development Committee. “The
recreational possibilities will continue to grow
including activities like the Sugar River Triathlon,
which is becoming a favorite by local athletes.”
Whatever you find to do in Belleville, you will find
a small community with a big heart and lots of
activities to add to the experience.
Special thanks to Jean Kringle for use of her Belleville photos
and to Marion Viney for the article on this page.
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Brodhead
Brodhead Chamber of Commerce
brodheadchamber.org • 608.897.8411
Embrace the
Race! Volunteer
“captains” offer
guided pontoon
boat rides
during major
festivals.
Discover the origins
of the 1st Brigade
Band and explore
the caboose at
the Depot
Museum.
"Twilight in
the Park"
free concert
series Sunday
evenings - June 19
through August 14.
Kayak or
canoe trip
along Pearl
Island Recreational
Corridor.
• The first settlers were Native Americans who were attracted by fish
in the river and wildlife on land.
• To these Native Americans, the bur oak on the farm located along
Old Highway 81 marked the midpoint between Lake Michigan and
the Mississippi River. The distance, along a once heavily used
footpath, was paced off by Indian runners and later confirmed by
survey.
• Sugar River Trail was one of Wisconsin’s first rails to trails
conversions.
• Pearl Island is formed by the division between the Sugar River and
its tributary the “Mill Race” (a man-made canal).
• Pearl Island Recreational Corridor extends north to Decatur Lake.
Along the way, you can hike, pedal, bird watch, or relax on a bench.
Pancake Breakfast Fly-In - May 22 Community Garage Sales - June 11 Covered Bridge Days & Wildflower Art Festival - August 12-14
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•B
rodhead’s “Exchange Square” is the setting for numerous events.
• The Covered Bridge (north on the Sugar River Trail - crossing
Norweigan Creek) is a replica built by the Jaycees in 1985.
• The original covered bridge (west of the city) spanned the Sugar
River. Prior to automobiles, snow was hauled inside the bridge in
winter so farmers could drive through with their horses and sleighs.
Construction of another covered bridge, across the Mill Race, will
begin in 2016.
• Two outdoor murals capture the essence of Brodhead in earlier
times. Additional murals are in the works.
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earby: golf course, go-kart race track, Amish community
businesses.
Autumn Fest - October 1
Jaycees Fall Arts and Crafts Fair - November 5
Fire and Ice Festival - December 2-3
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CURDS 101
Sure, I’m just a
squeaky young curd.
But you should see my relatives.
They’re a really big deal.
Or should I say...
a really big WHEEL!
Nibble, munch, graze, nosh. If you’re looking for
a snack (and really, who isn’t) nothing beats the
convenience and fun of the humble cheese curd.
For most Wisconsinites, “cheese curds” are part of
the everyday vocabulary. For the uninitiated, here’s
the quick and simple story: curds form when milk
is coagulated, or thickened. Curds are placed in
sieve-like containers (called forms) and as the extra
liquid (whey) is squeezed out, the block or wheel of
cheese takes shape. (Of course there’s more to it
- like floating in brine and smearing and aging - but
that’s for another day when you have more time.)
So who decided that it would be a good idea
to simply chomp on fresh curds and not bother with the
additional work and waiting for the cheese to age? Probably
the same type of person who eats all the dough instead of
actually baking the cookies.
The characteristic “squeak” as you bite into a curd is the
official seal of freshness. (FYI – a squeakless curd can
promptly be restored to good standing with a quick zap in
the microwave.)
INSIDER TIP
Visit on the designated days for the
‘freshest of the fresh’ when curds
are often still warm and and squeeky
from the factory vat.
Decatur Dairy (Brodhead) – Monday thru Saturday
Brennan’s Market (Monroe) – Tuesday & Thursday
Alp and Dell Cheese Store (Monroe) – Wednesday
Silver Lewis (Monticello) – Monday thru Saturday
Maple Leaf Cheese Store (Juda) – Thursday
Try me dipped
in batter and deep
fried!
Exceptional Apples
Biplane Rides
& Scenic Tours
Our Family Farm Since 1839
Ten Eyck Orchard
2 miles west of Brodhead
10 miles east of Monroe
Hwy. 11 & 81, Brodhead
BRODHEAD AIRPORT &
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Open end of August through mid-November
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in a vintage biplane with
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Two ways to enter:
1. Clip and send to the address below.
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* Prize drawing will be held December 1, 2016 – and the winner can schedule their excursion for the
2017 season. But since that’s a long time to wait, we’ll be doing monthly drawings for other cheesy
prizes like cheese curds, cheese sunglasses, cheese popcorn and maybe even some cheesy socks.
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Flights start at $60
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Experience the majestic beauty
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THESE WALLS CAN TALK
A city known for covered bridges is slowly adding
another dimension to their past and present with
murals reflecting iconic hometown scenes.
When Brodhead Chamber President Michele Benesch
came upon artist Mathew Sharum working on a mural
in her hometown of Rock Rapids, Iowa, she knew he
was the right choice for the project.
It all started when John Winters came to a
meeting all fired up about murals he had seen
in Florida . They were those 3-D types that give
a flat sidewalk the illusion of going down a
staircase, or a wall with a scene so engaging
you could walk right into it. Turns out the cost
of such murals would be prohibitive, but the
idea lived on .
- Michele Benesch, Brodhead Chamber President
Benesch leads an informally organized “mural
committee” in scouting additional locations and
brainstorming possible themes. “Covered bridges
through the years” is on the short list for consideration.
Sharum’s first mural depicts the bustling Brodhead
Depot complete with a gentleman checking his
pocket watch to see if the train is on time. His second
mural “Saturday Night on the Square” features vintage
automobiles. Both murals come alive when you
discover that they include real people who played a
part in Brodhead’s history.
Steve and his wife Glennette founded Decatur Dairy,
Inc. in 1982. Their two daughters are also involved
in daily operations. Shown here - the Decatur Dairy
team takes a break from selling in the Cheese Tent
at the 2014 Cheese Days Festival. From left: Shaya
Stettler Guilbault (purchasing), Glennette (CFO),
Sierra Stettler (store manager), and Steve.
IT'S ALL IN THE FAMILY
Many family businesses owe their success to the hard
work of multiple generations. Here are two examples
in Brodhead.
Cheesemaker Steve Stettler grew up with a solid
understanding of the business; his father Roy was the
original cheesemaker at Decatur Swiss Cheese Co-op.
Apples have been the family focus at Ten Eyck
Orchard for six generations. Rob Ten Eyck’s
daughter Opal, along with her husband David John,
continue the traditions
established back in
1839. Her namesake
brand Opalicious Honey
is made on the farm
just west of Brodhead.
The location is easily
recognized by a giant
red apple and the
distinctive Albert and
Minna Ten Eyck Round
Barn constructed in 1922 - recently nominated for
the honor of being listed on the National Register of
Historic Places.
GENERATING THE PATHWAY TO PEARL ISLAND
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Back in the day, water running in the “Mill Race” (a man-made tributary
of the Sugar River) generated electricity for the city of Brodhead. More
recently, local citizens with a love for the water and all things natural
began an “Embrace the Race” restoration project of the canal along with
enhancement of the 600-acre island formed by division of the race from
river. Pearl Island Recreational Corridor is a labor of love, with dedicated
volunteers racking up hundreds of hours: building walkways and piers,
clearing brush, planting wildflowers, and installing a pit toilet near the
headgates. Future plans include picnic areas and nature trails. Also in
the works - construction of a covered pedestrian bridge across the mill race from Putnam Park,
and potentially a waterwheel generating power to light the walkway leading to it.
Amish Community Businesses
Amish Quilt &
Consignment Auction
July 30, 2016
➊ Detweiler’s Bulk Foods
Bulk Foods, Gifts & Nutrition Center
Detweiler’s Bulk Foods is across the road from the Amish School House - just look for the
herd of draft horses in the pasture. The store has a vast array of spices, baking supplies,
soup mixes, and ingredients to satisfy every cook’s desire, in addition to nutritional
supplements. You’re also likely to find some freshly baked cookies or Amish-made candies
on the shelves.
Brodhead Harnesses offers harnesses and harness repair, and also on this farm is Country
Lane Bakery, with homemade pies in a variety of sizes, cakes, cookies, sweet rolls, and
homemade preserves. Check out their selection of breads, including more than a dozen
varieties and some offered in half-loaf size. The white loaves swirled with tangy Cheddar
cheese are especially moist and tasty. Genuine home-cooked Amish dinners are available
for large groups - call Mary at Country Lane Bakery for details and the pie menu.
For quilting supplies and fabric, check out Kuntry Krafts & Fabrics. Barbara Miller can
help you select from the variety of bolts of fabric lining the wall to create the perfect
combination of colors and patterns for your quilting project. The Millers also sell custombuilt furniture designed to your specifications.
Hours: Mon - Sat, 9 AM - 5 PM
N5055 Hwy. 104, Albany, WI 53502
608-897-8500
❷ Country Lane Bakery &
Brodhead Harnesses
Baked Goods, Jams, Jellies
New and Used Harnesses & Repair
Bakery Open: Fri & Sat 8 AM - 6 PM
Harness Shop Open: Mon - Sat 8 AM - 6 PM
1602 Scotch Hill Rd., Brodhead, WI 53520
608-897-3820
❸ Kuntry Krafts & Fabrics
Custom Built Furniture, Fabrics, Crafts,
Sewing Notions, etc.
Hours: Mon - Sat, 9 AM - 5 PM
1424 S. Old 92, Orfordville, WI 53576
608-879-2594
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Go-Inn Home
Ludlow Mansion
Albany House
707 W. Third Avenue
Brodhead, WI 53520
1421 Mansion Drive
Monroe, WI 53566
405 South Mill Street
Albany, WI 53502
608.897.8138
608.325.5500
608.862.3636 • toll free: 866.977.7000
go-innhomebedandbreakfast.com
Waterfront home built in the 1940's along the
historic Mill Race. Two comfortable guest rooms
and full breakfast. Screened porch and patio. Paddle
boat available. Walking distance from downtown
restaurants, shops, parks, swimming pool, and Sugar
River trail (bike, hike, snowmobile).
Your host: Shirley Liska
ludlowmansion.org
Experience the historic charm of one of Monroe’s
foremost landmarks. Circa 1857 mansion built by
Wisconsin pioneer Arabut Ludlow, founder of the
first bank and general merchandise store in Monroe.
Six rooms, private baths, whirlpool suites. Member
Wisconsin B & B Association. PepperCorn Banquets
& Catering - premiere banquet facility providing the
finest in dinners, private parties, & special events.
albanyhouse.com
1908 country home on 3 acres. Lovely gardens, art
and antiques. Six rooms, private baths. Memorable
breakfasts. River Cottage -1912 bungalow,
elegantly decorated. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths,
whirlpool, and kitchen. Can sleep six. Member
Wisconsin B & B Association.
Your hosts: Margie and Ken Stoup
Your hosts: The Haglund Family
Hoch Hous
Victorian Garden
218 2nd Street
New Glarus, WI 53574
1720 16th Street
Monroe, WI 53566
608.527.4019
608.328.1720
hochhaus.homestead.com
Gracious turn-of-the-century living in a cozy
brick home furnished with antiques and family
treasures. Two rooms - advanced reservations
only (May through December). Wireless internet
available. Moments from dining and shopping in
New Glarus.
Your host: Barbara Kummerfeldt
victoriangardenbedbreakfast.com
Allow yourself to be pampered in one of
Monroe's most historic homes. Four bedrooms;
three with private baths. Walk among the
flowers in the gardens, sip a cup of tea by the
fireplace, or enjoy the view from our wraparound porch. Perfect for a restful retreat, a
romantic weekend, or a girl's get-away.
Your host: Tia Carlson
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The Perfect Pair—
From award-winning cheddar, gouda and Swiss, Wisconsin offers more
than 600 varieties, types and styles of cheese. The following are simple steps
to put together the perfect cheese and beverage pairing.
Cheese Selction
Serving pieces
Color
Simple signs
Texture
Order
Feel free to experiment when creating your own Wisconsin Specialty
Cheese tasting. Include at least one choice that’s an “adventure”—a
cheese that’s likely to be new and different to your guests. Select four to
six cheeses with varying flavors, textures, ages and colors. You’ll want
to include mild and stronger choices, smooth and crumbly textures and
varying color tones.
Consider the color of the beverage(s) and complement with cheeses of
different hues.
Mix up the display with smooth and crumbly textures. Various textures
add interest to the cheese selections. Add cheese
spreads along with cold-pack to create additional
textural variety.
How much cheese to serve
For a tasting that’s served as an appetizer or
course, allow 1-1/2 ounces of each cheese per
person. Such amounts allow guests to pick and
choose at will, eating more or less of different
cheeses.
Getting Ready
Store the cheeses in their original wrappers
under refrigeration prior to party time. Remove
cheeses from the refrigerator to warm to room
temperature. Serve cheese at room temperature,
which usually takes about 20 minutes to an hour,
depending on the size and texture of the cheese.
Shapes
Cut cheeses to make them interesting. Leave
some pieces large or whole to use for display.
The texture of a cheese is more evident in larger
pieces and the rinds of aged cheeses give
them an artisan appeal. Cube and/or slice some
cheeses.
Putting On the Show
Utilize the power of presentation! It’s true that we
eat with our eyes. An inviting table, laden with beautiful cheeses, wines
and beers can create a stir. That’s a valuable reward for a happy host.
Plan and pre-set your presentation ahead of time and experiment with
serving pieces so you’re not arranging your buffet at the last minute.
Choose wood cutting boards, granite tiles, marble,
mirrors as serving trays and platters for displaying
cheeses. Provide the most practical utensils alongside the cheese. Use
tongs for hard cheese portions, and toothpicks for semi-soft cheeses.
Use spreaders for soft cheeses and cheese breads. Provide side plates
and napkins for each guest.
Make simple signs to identify the cheeses for guests. This can assist your
guests choices when shopping for cheese later.
Arrange the cheeses so it’s easy for your guests to taste them from the
mildest to strongest.
Compiling Your Beverage List
Once you’ve selected a variety of cheeses for your tasting, it’s time
to think about beverages. Wine, beer and spirits offer ideal flavor
complements to Wisconsin Cheese. As a general rule, the cheese should
not overwhelm the beverage and the beverage should not overwhelm the
cheese. Balance is key.
White wines
Choose less acidic and fruitier wines that make them easier to pair with
a wide variety of cheeses. Some experts suggest that Riesling,
Sauvignon Blanc, or Muscato, may be “universal” choices for pairing
wine with cheeses.
Red wines
Tending to be drier, red wines are more acidic and fuller in flavor than
white wines. This profile complements full-flavored cheese varieties such
as Parmesan and Aged Cheddar. A single, popular choice for a red wine
that matches a variety of cheeses is Pinot Noir. However, fruity red wines
such as Zinfandel, Shiraz or Nebbiolo lend themselves nicely to pairing.
Beer
Try a fruit ale or a hard cider to bring out the flavors of Brie, Asiago or
Gorgonzola. Or, choose a complex ale to stand up to the strong flavor
of an Aged Provolone or Aged Cheddar. Craft brews bring a multitude
of options for combinations. Pairing regional brews with Wisconsin
cheese is a great way to create conversation and theme for a casual get
together or a formal event.
Spirits
The guiding principle here is, once again, balance. The flavors must not
overhelm each other.
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CHEESE
WINE PAIRING
BEER PAIRING
SPIRIT PAIRING
Alpine-style: Nutty, rich, full-bodied flavor. Firm
texture with tiny eyes. Surface-ripened washed rind
White: Riesling or Gewürztraminer
Red: Pinot Noir or Nebbiolo
Pilsner or Wheat Beer
Bourbon or Scotch
Brick: A Wisconsin Original. Flavor changes from
mild to sweet when young to pungent and tangy
when aged
Red: Pinot Noir or Nebbiolo
Bock or Amber Ale
Mild Cheddar: Rich, nutty flavor smooth, firm texture
White: Sauvignon Blanc
Red: Merlot
Bourbon, Brandy, Rum or Scotch
Aged Cheddar: Brothy, tangy flavor with crumbly
texture
White: Chardonnay
Red: Cabernet Sauvignon
Porter or Stout
Rum
Edam: Has a smooth, firm texture with a light buttery
and nutty flavor
White: Chardonnay or Viognier
Red: Syrah/Shiraz
Pale Lager or a Nut Brown Ale
Feta: Tart, salty flavor with crumbly texture
Red: Syrah/Shiraz
Amber or Brown Ale
Fontina: Slightly tart, nutty, mild, earthy; mellow to
sharp depending on age
White: Chardonnay
Red: Merlot
Blond or Golden Ale
Rum
Gouda: Made from whole milk, has a rich, buttery,
slightly sweet flavor
White: Chardonnay or Viognier
Red: Syrah/Shiraz
Pale Lager or a Nut Brown Ale
Brandy, Rum or Scotch
Havarti: Buttery, slightly acidic flavor. Smooth supple
texture
Red: Nebbiolo
Hispanic cheeses: queso blanco, Asadero, cotija:
lightly acidic, salty, milky with a crumbly texture
White: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay or White Sangria
American Pale Lager
Limburger: Surface-ripened, earthy and rich with
a strong, pungent aroma
White: Gewürztraminer
Red: Zinfandel or Burgandy
Dark or Bock Beer
Monterey Jack: Delicate, buttery, slightly tart flavor
with a creamy open texture
White: Pinot Grigio
Red: Merlot
Blond or Golden Ale
Mozzarella: Delicate, milky flavor. Smooth plastic
texture
Red: Merlot
Muenster: Mild flavor, smooth elastic texture
Red: Malbec
Swiss: Buttery, nutty, full-flavor
Red: Gamay or Beaujolais
Baby Swiss: Mild, buttery, slightly sweet flavor with
a silky, creamy texture
Red: Gamay or Beaujolais
Find more cheese and pairing info
at www.CheeseCupid.com.
Download the
Wisconsin Cheese Cupid
Pairing App
Available on Android and Apple Devices
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Brooklyn
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Brooklyn Area Chamber of Commerce • BrooklynACoC.org • 608.628.2755
Village of Brooklyn • brooklynwi.gov • 608.455.4201
Take the self-guided
Historic Walking
Tour - business and
industry of the past,
restored homes,
and points
of interest.
Comfort food! Pub
burger (heaven in
a bun) from Anchor
Club or pizza
(authentic Italian)
from
Angelo’s.
Explore and
Hunt for
treasure: go
on a geocaching
adventure at
Legion Park.
Brooklyn
Wildlife
Area established in 1945
- with excellent
trout fishing on
Story Creek.
Garage Sales - April 29-30
Dime A Dip Dinner - May 5
• Brooklyn is a tri-county village, with land in Green, Dane,
and Rock counties.
• During the Civil War, men destined for the Union army
reported for duty at the corner of Amidon Rd. and Hwy. 92
before marching off to Janesville. A 45-foot flag pole marks
the location of Liberty Pole Hill Park.
• Brooklyn is home to three parks: Legion Park on Railroad
St., Smithfield Park on Hwy. 92 and Water Tower Park on
Cedar St.
• The Brooklyn Area Veteran’s Memorial will be dedicated on
May 29, 2016.
All Wheels Show & Antique Tractor Pull - May 28
Veteran's Memorial Dedication - May 29
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Map Key page 65.
• At the north end of Market Street is “Brooklyn Mortoren
Werke” where Mercedes Benz vehicles are restored.
• The Community Building (corner of Hwy. MM & Hotel St.)
was built in 1938 by the Civilian Conservation Corp. (CCC).
• Brooklyn was on the Chicago & Northwestern Rail Line for
132 years.
• Last year, the rail line was reactivated. The box cars stored
along the tracks give the feeling that we may hear that train
whistle again.
• The Brooklyn Sportsman’s Club is a social gathering spot
for events and league trap shooting.
Dairy Queen Crowning - June 2 Rec Run - June 11 Tractor Pull - September 2-4
Arts & Crafts Show - September 3 Historical Society Open House - October 8
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AN C H O R
C LU B
8
Burgers
Beer
Join the Pool
Tournament
Bar
112 Hotel St.
Brooklyn
608.455.2302
A branch of Middleton Community Bank
Locally owned.
Locally managed.
Locally involved.
PERSONAL & BUSINESS BANKING
PERSONAL LOANS & MORTGAGES
eBANKING • INVESTMENT SERVICES
608.455.5090
229 Douglas Drive
Brooklyn, WI 53521
middletonbank.com
RACTOR
ANTIQUE TING at its finest
PULL
Community Antique
Tractor Pullers
Prompt
Professional
Service
Arndt & Son
Plumbing
Dale L. Arndt
Events all across Green County - follow
“Community Antique Tractor Puller”
on Facebook for updates.
www.tractorpullers.org
[email protected]
office: 608-455-6392
fax: 608-455-2113
cell: 608-692-6392
201 Railroad St.
Brooklyn, WI 53521
M.P. #6755
Carter & Gruenewald Co.
CONCRETE &
LANDSCAPING, Inc.
Juda 608.934.5201
Brooklyn 608.455.2411
Farm & Lawn Equipment Dealer
Bobcat Skid Loaders
Doolittle Trailers
DAVE PLUSS
President - Sales
Phone: 608.862.3156
Fax: 608.862.3157
1934 N. State Road 104, Albany, WI
dpconcrete.com
cngco.com
DIANE SLITER
DIANE SLITER AGENCY, INC.
Create signs to build
your business with!
850 Janesville St.
Oregon, WI 53575
(608) 835-5100
[email protected]
dianesliteragency.com
Digital/Vinyl Graphics
Electrical Signs
Services
Promotional Products
Access Anytime:
1-800-MYAMFAM
(800-692-6326)
Private
in-home
pet dog
training.
“Everybody loves a good belly rub!”
Daniel H. Antolec
PCT-A, CPDT-KA
608.719.2968
HappyBuddhaDogTraining.com
Brooklyn Labor Day
www.wissign.com
Brooklyn
Community
United Methodist
Church
HAPPY BUDDHA DOG TRAINING
Sept. 2-4, 2016
608-455-5055
109 Hotel Street - Brooklyn, WI
HEART OF BROOKLYN
Preschool and Childcare Center
BROOKLYN AREA
HISTORICAL
Brooklyn Area
SOCIETY
Historical
Society
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Sunday Service
9:30 AM
Open Hearts. Open Minds. Open Doors.
608.455.3344
Belleville | Brooklyn
Evansville | Janesville
New Glarus | Oregon
&
TRUCAKCTOR
TR PULL
608-455-3301
Angelo’s Italian Restaurant
Services for 6 weeks through 12 years.
Preschool and 4K. Summer Programs.
Before & After School Programs.
608.455.5115
217 Douglas Dr., Brooklyn
Brooklyn
Labor Day
Truck and
Tractor Pull
233 Douglas Drive  Brooklyn
angelosrestaurants.com
Pizza, pasta, and a whole lot more!
www.ub-t.com
608.882.5200
With real estate, it’s all about location. And Brooklyn is in a great
spot. Founded in 1905 and quietly growing (population 1417), this is
a family-friendly village with walkable streets, parks and green space,
community organizations, and fun activities and events.
The Recreation Committee hosts a movie night on the first Saturday
of the month. They also sponsor fitness and exercise classes, summer
recreation programs, and this year the 5th annual 5K “Rec Run.”
Local residents get involved with everything from Optimists and
Historical Society to Chamber of Commerce and the Brooklyn SnoSnowmobile Club; with youth taking part in 4-H and scouts.
GROWING SINCE 1905 Hornets
Many of these groups take part in sponsoring community events like
the 4th of July fireworks and the All Wheels Show & Antique Tractor Pull. Brooklyn’s Fire/EMS District holds an
annual open house featuring fire engine rides and a pancake breakfast.
Brooklyn has many small local and home-based businesses. The village established an east side business park
near busy Highway 14 – with ten shovel-ready acres and the first business breaking ground this year.
The Brooklyn Area
Veterans Committee
is of establishing a
monument to honor
all veterans from 1812
to present. As of early
2016, the committee
had raised over 85% of
LINING UP TO REMEMBER
the funding needed.
Nearly 200 donors have
pledged support to cover not only the six marble monuments, but also the pavers, flag poles and benches.
The memorial will be dedicated on Sunday, May 29.
Tractor Pulling has been called “world’s heaviest
motorsport” with the goal being showing off the power of
the tractor along with the skill of the driver. Tractor pulls
got their start at county fairs back in the 1920’s. In the
early days when tractors were basically out of the field,
spectators sometimes became participants as humans
were used to add weight to the load. As tractors were
modified for more power, a safer method was developed
– a “sled” similar to a flatbed trailer but with wheels at the
back and sled in front.
PULL ON SUNDAY, PLOW ON MONDAY
Green County's rural roots make the area a hotbed of
pulling events. The Community Antique Tractor Pullers
(CATP) host more than a dozen pulls in southern Wisconsin,
with classes for farm and modified antique tractors.
The Truck and Tractor Pull on Brooklyn’s Labor Day Weekend include three nights of live music, games for kids,
a pancake breakfast, chicken barbecue, and a kiddie pedal pull. But the showcase is the power on the
track: Pro Farm, Super Farm, Mini Rod, Diesel Trucks and Super Stock, plus antique tractors - with many carefully
restored - by the Community Tractor Pullers.
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Monroe
Monroe Chamber of Commerce
monroechamber.org
608.325.7648
Main Street Monroe
mainstreetmonroe.org
608.328.4023
Just fondue it...a
magical melting
of alpine flavors.
Swiss Cheese Capital
of the USA? Learn
how and why at the
National Historic
Cheesemaking
Center.
Wedges and cheesy things Long live
wheels to taste and do Limburger!
bottles and
Get a taste
kegs. See cheese
of Green County's
and beer being
favorite "stinky"
made. Choose
cheese.
your favorites!
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Disc golf, swimming pool, skater’s ramps and
handicap accessibility. Not your average public
parks.
Up, up, and away! The popular Balloon Rally returns
this year on Father’s Day weekend.
In his spare time, Monroe’s Mayor Bill Ross writes
mystery novels and leads step-on guided tours for
bus groups.
Feeling nostalgic? How about a visit to drive-in
outdoor movie theatre, the roller skating rink, oldfashioned candy store or a historic hall with the best
dance floor in the state.
The first courthouse (in an area that was originally a
wheat field in downtown Monroe) had to be fenced off
to keep livestock from wandering the grounds.
We’ve been making beer here since before Wisconsin
became a state. From Huber Bock to Swiss Amber taste the history at Minhas Craft Brewery.
Alp and Dell Cheese Store’s Tony Zgraggen is a
Swiss native who can show you how cheese is made.
He also yodels.
The bartenders at Baumgartner’s Cheese Store and
Tavern are magicians. With a flick of the wrist they
can put your dollar bill on the ceiling.
From mail order cheese and fancy petits fours in the
early years to today’s industry leadership in catalog
and website marketing – Colony Brands celebrates
ninety years in Monroe.
From Swiss Cheese Capital to Specialty Cheese
Capital – factories in the area churn out more than 50
different varieties, including those of Hispanic, Greek,
Dutch, and Danish origin.
It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s…a cow? Main Street
Monroe’s summer theme: Super Hero Cows.
Stay awhile: lodging options include three motels,
two bed and breakfasts, and one campground.
Farm Toy Show
March 6
Cars on the Square
June 3
8 Miles of “Ag-tiques”
July 1-3
Celtic Pub Crawl
March 12
Summer Kick-Off on the Square
June 4
4th of July at Twining Park
July 4
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 17
“Pickers” Flea Market
June 4-5
Green County Fair
July 20-24
Home & Business Expo
April 1-2
Old Time Cheesemaking
June 11
Maxwell Street Days
August 5-6
Rock, Gem & Mineral Show
April 9-10
Balloon Rally
June 17-18
Cars on the Square
August 26
These are just some of our events; check the calendar at the back of the guide for more.
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Map Key page 65.
“Pickers” Flea Market
September 10-11
Stamp, Coin & Postcard Show
October 8
Green County Cheese Days
September 16-18
Trunk or Treat & Parade
October 31
Minhas Oktoberfest
September 16-17
Party with a Purpose
November 5
Fall National Tractor Pull
September 24
Swiss Fest at Turner Hall
November 6
Model Railroad Show
September 24-25
Christkindlmarkt
November 25-26
Lighted Holiday Parade
December 2
Tree Lighting at Turner Hall
December 2
Visit MonroeChamber.org and MainStreetMonroe.org for updates and details.
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The Finest in Estate
and Antique Jewelry
Come In and Browse
Celebrating 35 years
in Monroe
West Side Monroe’s Historic Square
(608) 325-2600
Unique &
Unusual Clothing
1618 11th St., Monroe
(608) 325-3900
www.joannesdressshop.com
Mon/Tues/Wed/Fri 9-5, Thurs 9-7, Sat 9-5, Sun 12-4
Main Street Monroe’s got it going on – eclectic shopping, engaging attractions,
and fun stops to refuel – all packaged into a historic, vibrant downtown district.
More than thirty stores are located within a several-block vicinity surrounding the
Courthouse Square. All are locally owned by entrepreneurs who bring their own
style to life with unique offerings in their shops and personalized service for the
customers who walk in the door.
Here are a few not to miss shops:
JoAnne’s Dress Shop – latest
fashions and accessories, great
brands, special occasion dresses.
Wisconsin Secretary of Tourism
Stephanie Klett (former host of
Discover Wisconsin) always shops
here when she’s in Monroe.
Luecke’s Diamond Center – classic
looks for the discerning shopper, and
an ever-changing selection of antique
and estate jewelry, plus one-of-a-kind
retro pieces.
Heartland Graphics – get your “cheesemaker gear” here – the perfect stop for a
souvenir t-shirt to commemorate your visit (one block southeast of the Square –
look for the red awning).
 Fine Quality Furniture
 Home Accessories
 Vintage Costume Jewelry
 Gifts
608.325.1011
[email protected]
Southeast corner of the Square
“Bringing together buyers and sellers of quality
pre-owned furniture and home accessories.”
Sequel’s Interior Consignments – fine quality pre-owned furniture – new to you!
You can also pick up rugs, lamps, garden art and more.
Toy Haus – new on the Square! For quality toys that spark the imagination and
encourage learning and creativity.
There’s more: apparel for men and women, shoes, books, antiques, recycled and
repurposed, bridal and special occasion, formalwear, accessories for people and
pets, sporting goods, bicycles, pharmacy, custom screen printing, novelties, yarn,
framing, hand-crafted artisan creations, home furnishings, and salon products.
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“CARS” and “CONCERTS” are the quick way of referring to
some of summer’s best downtown events.
Cars on the Square – antique, vintage, and restored
automobiles along with some 50’s “sock hop” music in the
background. This year’s dates are June 3 and August 26.
Go to “Cars on the Square, Monroe, WI” on Facebook.
Concerts on the
Square – a series
underwritten by
Colony Brands –
bringing a variety
of musical genres
to the Square with
live music on the
lawn of the Historic
Green County
Courthouse. The
crowd gathers in
the shade of the
west side, and as the sun goes down the fun heats up.
The lineup: Gomers (June 10), Brat Pack (June 24), Stop
the Clock (July 8), Moonlight Jazz Orchestra (July 28),
Free Fallin’ (August 12) and a double-feature event with
local favorites Birddog Blues Band and The Family Business
(August 25). The June 24 show is a special night for the
community to celebrate with employees as industryleading catalog and website marketer Colony Brands
marks their 90th anniversary.
Concert-goers can also enjoy local restaurants –
favorites including Buggyworks (sandwiches, mac-ncheese, salads), Suisse Haus (pizza, fried curds, burgers),
Baumgartner’s (sandwiches, chili, soup) and Rainbow
Confections (flavored popcorn, icecream, fudge). A
beer garden benefits Main Street and the Green County
Humane Society.
May through October
Wednesday afternoons &
Saturday mornings
Special indoor “winter
markets” on selected dates.
EBT & WIC
Customers
Welcome
Play - Learn - Create - Have Fun!
1017 16th Ave.
Your local independent toy store - on the
Square in Downtown Monroe
608-325-1277
toyhaus.toys
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Six hundred forty-four acres of land. Eleven
miles of trails. Two lakes. One beach.
Ready, set go: it’s time to start exploring.
Cadiz Springs is a great spot to fish or
put in a canoe. A fishing platform
overlooks Beckman Lake, and
a boat launch offers handicap
accessibility. Summertime means
families enjoying the playground
and small beach. Hike the trails
CADIZ SPRINGS STATE and along the way (via interpretive
RECREATIONAL AREA signage) you’ll learn about the
various aquatic mammals and
species of fish in the area. In winter, the frozen lakes and ungroomed trails provide scenic
terrain for snow shoeing and cross country skiing. Both lakes are a popular destination for ice
fishermen. N2241 Cadiz Springs Road, Browntown. 608.966.3777. www.cadizsprings.com
PICNIC PICK: SHORE LUNCH
Your best bet for an adult beverage in the picnic basket (to enjoy by the lake) can be found
nearby at Hawk’s Mill Winery. The back deck at the winery offers a splendid panoramic
view stretching to the park. Hawk’s Mill doesn’t just provide the wine, they also provide the
entertainment. Adult coloring nights, chef pairings with small bites or cheese, costume parties and
live music are all part of the fun.
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Restaurant & Pub
Casual Dining  Upscale Pub Fare
Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday
Daily specials Friday Fish Fry - Saturday Prime Rib
Full Service bar with signature cocktails
Happy Hour - Weekdays 3:30 - 5:30
1015 18th Avenue, Monroe WI • (608) 426-6445
Performing Arts ▪ Concerts ▪ Festivals ▪ Exhibits
Live Entertainment!

608-325-5700 or 888-596-1249
www.monroeartscenter.com
buggyworkspub.com
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POP CULTURE
Baumgartner's Cheese Store & Tavern
ALFRESCO: located in open air
Patios, porches and sidewalk cafés…
here are a dozen spots to dine outside.
Suisse Haus
Bullet's Restaurant
Baumgartner's
Culver's
Green County
Smokeshack
Monroe Clinic Garden Terrace
Pancho and Lefty's
Garden Deli
Five flavors of Blumer's soda are produced at
downtown Monroe's Minhas Craft Brewery, with
the most popular being Root Beer. Test your
knowledge of pop culture by answering the
following question: Which of the following is
NOT a flavor of soda pop produced at Minhas
Craft Brewery?
a. Blueberry
b. Cream
c. Fruit Punch
d. Black Cherry
You will find Orange Cream stocked on the shelves in the Visitor Center and
at stores throughout the area. The correct answer is c with fruit punch not
one of the flavors produced.
Over 100 varieties and styles
of award winning cheese
Made by master cheesemakers from Maple Leaf Cheese
Co-Op and other Green County Cheese Factories
• Fresh Cheese Curds
• Aged Cheddars
• Hand Dipped
Ice Cream
• Gift Packages
• Cheese Trays
• Swiss Family
Sausage
• Stump’s
Hot Olives
• Packer, Badger,
& Bear Souvenirs
Ratskeller Dining Hours:
Tuesday - Friday; 11am - 2 pm.
Tuesday - Saturday; 5 - 9 pm. BEST FRIDAY FISH FRY IN MONROE
Special hours available for groups –
call (608) 325-3461 to inquire.
Authentic Old World Charm ~ Historical Landmark
(608) 325-3461 www.TurnerHallofMonroe.org
A 501(c)(3) non-profit, handicapped-accessible & listed on the National & State Registers of Historic Places
We ship cheese & gift
boxes across the continental U.S.
www.mapleleafcheesestore.com
Ratskeller Restaurant–Swiss Cuisine
Grand Hall – events for up to 400
Swiss Art & Historical Displays
Swiss Heritage Programming
Sunday Afternoon Oldtime Dances
W2616 State Hwy 11/81
Juda Wisconsin
Located 8 mi. East of Monroe
608.934.1237
Mon-Fri 8-6 • Sat 8-5 • Sun 10-4
tirring
up
a
legacy.
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NationalHistoricCheesemakingCenter.org
Step back in time
and learn the story
of how milk was
turned into gold.
Green County WelCome Center
maps & visitor information
HIStorIC FArmSteAD FACtory
original kettle & equipment
Open May thru October
Tuesday - Saturday 9 am-4 pm
Sunday 11 am-4pm
2108 6th Avenue, Monroe
Intersection of Hwy. 69 S & 21st St.
608.325.4636
NatioNal Historic cHeesemakiNg ceNter
olD tIme CHeeSemAkInG DAy
Second Saturday in June watch cheesemakers create a
giant wheel of Swiss cheese
& Historic Imobersteg
Farmstead Cheese Factory
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PUTTING THE SPIN ON QUALITY
Back in the day when dairy farmers were milking cows by
hand and hoisting heavy cans into their pickup trucks
for delivery to the cheese factory just down the road,
they were paid by volume for the milk. But when
inconsistency in milk quality caused problems
for the cheesemaker (milk sometimes arrived
watered down or the farmer’s wife skimmed the
cream for use in her kitchen) something had to
be done.
In 1890, UW Madison Professor Dr. Stephen
Babcock developed a method for
Visit the National Historic Cheesemaking Center
testing milk for its butterfat content.
to see various models of Babcock Testers and
The spinning of test tube size samples
learn about the innovations and equipment that
of milk with a centrifuge caused the fat to
shaped the cheese industry in Green County.
rise to the top to be measured. By 1911,
the “Babcock Test” was adopted as an
industry standard – thus improving the consistency and quality of the cheese, along with providing
fair compensation for dairy farmers who were now paid by butterfat content instead of volume.
So why does the professor’s name sound familiar? On the university campus in nearby Madison,
Wisconsin, you’ll find Babcock Hall and the Babcock Dairy Plant – where Bucky Badger’s favorite
flavors of ice cream are churned out.
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Only in Wisconsin would you find a recreational corridor
dubbed the Cheese Country Trail. Along the route of a former
rail line, this 47-mile trail passes through the heart of dairyland
in an area that once boasted several hundred mom and pop
cheese factories and farmer-owned cheese cooperatives.
Although open to horses and bicyclists, this trail is heavily
traveled by motorized users like ATVs, dirt bikes and quads.
With adequate snowcover, the trail also opens to snowmobiles.
Trailhead Parking Lot: intersection of 21st Street and 4th
Avenue West. Look at the Monroe skyline for what appears to
be a giant smokestack; actually steam being generated by
Badger State Ethanol.
City routes provide access within Monroe to motels (Super 8,
AmericInn and Gasthaus), the downtown Square, the brewery
and distillery, and the Green County Fairgrounds - where
camping is available.
Fee: a $15 trail sticker is required for all users except ATV’s, but
ATV owners are encouraged to support the trail by purchasing
a sticker as well.
CHEESE COUNTRY TRAIL
Tri-County ATV Club
608.574.2911 or 608.776.4048
tricountyatv.org
Tri-County Trails
608.776.5706
tricountytrails.com
Welcome to the
end of the day.
Schultz’s Inter-State Ag, Inc. is a leader in the agricultural building
market. Schultz’s offers a wide range of services from initial
design, construction, maintenance and service contracts.
For all your grain drying and handling equipment needs:
• Bucket Elevators
• Bulk Feed Bins
• Dumpits
• Grain Bins
• Grain Dryers
• Grain Vacs
• Moisture Testers
• Millwright Service
• Seed Handling Equipment
Ag • Industrial • Commercial
Located in the HEART of GREEN COUNTY!
608.325.CORN • www.schultzag.com
140 North 29th Ave. • Monroe,WI 53566
Guests can relax in the
spacious indoor pool and spa, and
enjoy direct access to the
Cheese Country and Badger State
Trails adjacent to the hotel.
Your stay in one of our 54 guest rooms features:
u Wireless high speed internet access
u Free local calls, voice mail and cable TV
u Complimentary family breakfast
u Business Center, fax, and copy service
u Guest laundry, lobby with fireplace, meeting room
u All rooms include microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, hair dryer, ironing board
u Whirlpool suites, two room suites, and business king rooms available
u Travel Green Wisconsin Certified
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608.328.3444 • 800.634.3444 • americinn.com
Quick stops (free or nearly free) to get
a taste of history in downtown Monroe.
HISTORY
MADE
HERE
Historic Green County Courthouse –
an icon on the Square, celebrating
125 years in 2016. Pick up a brochure
inside for a self-guided tour. The
History Room (upstairs) features photos
and artifacts – like one of the original
wooden hands from the clock in
the tower.
World of Beer Memorabilia – largest
private collection of beer memorabilia
in the world (at Minhas Craft Brewery).
Green County Historical Society –
located in a historic church (check out the stained glass
windows) dating back to the time of the Civil War. Check
out the collection of mustache cups and the one-room
country schoolhouse. Minimal admission.
Turner Hall of Monroe – a Swiss history lesson with authentic
folk art and local memorabilia. Side note: Senator John F.
Kennedy made a speech here during his campaign stop
in 1960.
Bonus: stay overnight at one of Monroe’s historic lodging
properties – Ludlow Mansion or Victorian Garden B&B.
Birthday
Parties
Game
r
Rent the Den fo
ddings
Banquets & We
ble
Catering Availa
Room
Snack B
ar
Lazer Tag
MONROE DEN Roller Skating Rink
1506 - 31st Ave., Monroe • 608.325.2534
www.monroeden.com
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WHAT TURNS A BUILDING INTO A SANCTUARY?
It’s the feeling of tranquility, reverence and
careful attention to details.
Monroe Arts Center is ready to double in
size, but the integrity of its core – the 1887
First Methodist Episcopal Church, designed
by Edward Townsend Mix – stays intact and
meshes easily with the airy addition, linked by
a two-story, transparent walkway.
What began as a need to improve
building accessibility and restroom space is
mushrooming into a block-long arts precinct
that will showcase more local and regional
talent, especially visual artists.
Add this to a Sunday concert series dedicated
to classical music and an eclectic roster
of touring performances at the churchbased concert hall and Monroe High School
Performing Arts Center. The venues make
way in 2016 for a reunion of The Association
and their 1960s hits, the Tex-Mex pop of Los
Lonely Boys, musical comedy by 3 Redneck
Tenors, a Patsy Cline tribute, classical Russian
instrumentalists and more.
The lively array of music genres is deliberate
and a nod to Monroe’s diversity of interests.
Although the $3 million expansion and
$750,000 church rehab coincide with the Art
Center’s 40th anniversary, the dreaming and
momentum began a decade ago.
Work by the late Peg Stiles was key to saving
the church and parsonage from demolition for
apartment development. She helped establish
Monroe Arts Center and got the church onto
the National Register of Historic Places – but
the church-art match was not perfect.
“As well as this functioned as a church, it
couldn’t do all that well as an arts center,”
explains Richard Daniels, Art Center director.
The revamp brings a rehabbed concert
hall, bigger and more flexible galleries,
better spaces for public receptions and a
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reintroduction of classrooms for teaching art,
especially to children. A sculpture garden is
possible, too.
Daniels observes that the new and smartly crafted
annex harmonizes with the church’s Gothic
Revival architecture. The addition’s inaugural
season begins in September, when he expects the
focus in the galleries to be on Wisconsin’s beauty,
particularly photography and landscapes.
That’s a natural focus, he notes, because of
Wisconsin’s deep environmental roots and
stewardship, Aldo Leopold to Gaylord Nelson
and beyond.
A visit to Monroe Arts Center was one of the reasons behind
Chris and Chuck Wellington's decision to make Monroe
their home. As longtime benefactors (Chris also serves on
the board), their financial support for the renovation project
stemmed from an interest in providing accessibility for all to
enjoy the cultural and social programs offered in both the
historic church and the new addition .
Wisconsin Cheese
Micro Beer
Micro Wine
Produce
Specialty Food
Outstanding Flavor
Wine Tasting: Saturdays 11am - 5pm
701 8th Street, Monroe
608-325-4433
Mon-Sat 8am-9pm
Sunday: 8am -6pm
BrennansMarket.com
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Meet Godstilla,
a 1,000-gallon, 45-foot-tall tank
at Minhas Distillery in downtown
Monroe. Part of the roof was
cut off so she could get into
work. Now everybody expects
her to kick up a lot of steam,
and she doesn’t disappoint,
taking eight hours to convert
clear malt into alcohol.
In the same room is Babystilla, a
much smaller tank that runs four
times a day, producing batches
of specialty products.
LIQUID ASSETS
The craft distillery opened in
2012 with a trio of liquors –
whiskey, vodka and rum – but
now sells at least 20 distilled
beverages. Some products
are distilled elsewhere before
Minhas adds proprietary
flavoring blends.
cheesemouse.com
From the heart of
dairyland - delivered fresh
to your door!
Curds ~ Blocks~ Gift Boxes
Contact us:
608-325-6400
No fancy price-boosting packaging,
just quality local cheese at a
reasonable price.
www.cheesemouse.com
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The most popular offering? Maya Horchata, a
creamy rum liqueur, followed by St. Patrick’s
Irish Cream and Blumer’s Moonshine (the
perfect fuel for a Moscow Mule).
Sample these products from four bar stations,
after a 45-minute distillery tour that costs $10
and includes four cocktails and a 750ml bottle
of a Marco Polo ready-to-drink beverage
– cosmopolitans to margaritas, whatever
happens to be in stock.
Stations – the Brown Spirit Bar, White Spirit Bar,
Tequila Bar and Cream Bar – are part of a new
tasting room and gift shop. Besides Minhas
products, look for Canadian-made items
such as sour mix syrup, rhubarb-elderflower
cordial or Tonic No. 3 from Split Tree Cocktail
Company in Ottawa.
Why here? CEO Manjit Minhas is an investor on
“Dragon’s Den,” a reality TV series in Canada
and comparable to “Shark Tank” in the U.S. Her
family-owned business in Calgary expanded
to brew craft beer and soda in Monroe in
2006, and work at the across-the-street distillery
begins with a malt base from the brewery.
Brewing began in these buildings in 1845 and
continued, on the lamb, during Prohibition,
behind a front of ice cream sales. Blumer’s
Moonshine is a tribute to Fred Blumer, the
mastermind behind the era’s shifty alcohol
sales. A film-noir video tells the harrowing story
about how his moonshine was added, by the
shot, to near-beer – but Chicago mobsters
didn’t like the distribution business and
decided to do something about it.
Other little movies in the tasting room take you
to the roots of the Minhas family, in India, and
explain the work of distilling.
It’s not all business as usual. Minhas distils its
Titanium Vodka, for example, ten times before
bottling. That is highly unusual, especially
among smaller distilleries, and most Minhas
liquors are easier to find in Canada than the
United States.
August 5 - 7, 2016
A celebration of Wisconsin family farms & rural life
3 Days • 5 Unique Components • 20+ Farms
Tour of Farms
Visit numerous women-owned
farms in the Monroe and
Brodhead areas. Farmstands
open. Eggs, fresh produce, cut
flowers, hand-crafted items.
Dinner on the Farm
Farm-to-table picnic featuring
local cuisine & live music.
Kids under 10 eat free.
Taste of Place at Cow & Quince
A local food & drink celebration.
On-Farm Workshops
Make goat milk soap, preserve
the harvest, build a birdhouse,
spin some fiber, plus many more.
Dine Fine at Restaurants
Sample “locavore” specials.
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Hwy 69 South, Monroe • www.gasthausmotel.com
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Monticello
Monticello Chamber of Commerce
monticello-wi.com
Shore lunch: pack
a picnic and eat
it on the island at
Lake Montesian.
Sit back
and enjoy
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from the gazebo
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Gardens.
Kalberwurst Supper - April 16
Selfie with the
world’s only fresh
water whale.
Sample
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history
from the oldest
continuously
operating cheese
factory in Wisconsin.
Spring Fling - May 21
• Monticello’s past includes a woolen mill which was
operated by an Irishman who had learned weaving in
his native country. The mill’s blankets, socks, and “auto
robes” kept people and cars warm during cold months.
Learn more at the Monticello Historical Museum.
• The Voegeli Family has been raising Brown Swiss cows
on a farm just north of Monticello since the 1850’s.
• Monticello’s annual “Homecoming” weekend doesn’t
involve high school football. It’s a hometown celebration
of community spirit with a parade, fish boil, chicken
barbecue, homemade pie, talent show, and and live
music in the beer tent - of course!
Washington Reformation UCC Music Festival - July 4
Homecoming - July 7-10
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Map Key page 65.
• X marks the spot: the Badger and Sugar River Trails
intersect east of the village.
• Visit in early to mid-May when the entrance to the village
is highlighted by more than one hundred crab-apple trees
covered with blooms in shades of pink.
• Montesian Gardens is a community gardening project
with handicap-accessible paved paths, and Lake
Montesian has a handicap-accesible fishing pier.
• The Monticello Chamber shrugs off the last remnants of
winter with an annual Spring Fling event.
Garage Sales - September 8-10
Native American Artifact Show - October 23
Small Business Saturday - November 26
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At the heart of Green County is Monticello, a
village small in size but big on scenic beauty.
Visitors, including bicyclists on the Badger
and Sugar River Trails, will enjoy the lake, the
gardens, homemade pie at a downtown diner
and cheese from nearby Silver Lewis factory.
Monticello Chamber of Commerce actively
supports area businesses while inspiring a
strong volunteer ethic and community pride.
You know it’s a great place when the school
administrator doubles as Chamber president!
I DON’T ALWAYS PLAY WITH KNIVES
HIT THE TRAIL
Wisconsin’s darkest trail tunnel makes the Badger State
Trail a favorite with bicyclists who arrive prepared with
bike lights and headlamps. The trail runs the full length
of Green County from north to south. At the northern
end there’s a connection to the Capital City Trail. To
the south as you cross the “Cheddar Curtain” at the
Illinois border you’ll connect to the Jane Addams Trail.
BUT WHEN I DO
I INVITE FRIENDS TO JOIN ME
Chef Wave of The Dining Room at 209 Main not
only shares the recipes for some of his best dishes
and sauces in a cookbook, he also shares his
kitchen and his expertise by offering cooking
classes. For the past seventeen years, novice
chefs and Food Network binge-viewers have
been invited to attend classes at the restaurant
in the months of January through March. Topics
in the past have included Seafood, Southwestern
and Mexican (one of Wave’s favorite styles of
cuisine), Knife Skills, and Cooking with Wine, Beer,
and Spirits. Follow the restaurant’s Facebook
page for announcements, as classes tend to
fill up early.
Award winning cheese from one of
Wisconsin’s most historic factories
Muenster • Farmers • Brick
Colby • Edam • Havarti • Co-Jack
Monday - Friday 7 am - 3 pm
Saturday 7 am - 1 pm
608.938.4813
W3075 Cty. EE
(East of Monticello at the intersection
of Cty. EE and Cty. D)
Museums & Local History
Albany Historical Museum
117 – 119 N. Water St., Albany • 608.862.3240
Memorial Day thru Labor Day: Saturdays 9 am – 3 pm; rest of year Saturdays 9 am – noon.
Local and Sugar River History, camera collection, toys, vintage hats.
Brodhead Depot Museum
1108 – 1st Center Ave., Brodhead • 608.897.4150
Memorial Day to September: Wed, Sat, Sun, and holidays 1 pm – 4 pm. Housed in restored
railroad depot with memorabilia, adjacent engine and caboose. Community band history,
cheese & butter making equipment.
Browntown Community Museum
110 S. Mill St., Browntown • 608.966.3273
Open 1st Sunday in June, July, August: 1 - 3 pm. Native American artifacts, band & school
memorabilia, jail cell, farm tools.
Chalet of the Golden Fleece
618 – 2nd St., New Glarus • 608.527.2095 or 800.527.6838
Call ahead for hours. Unusual, rare, and priceless collections - artifacts from every corner of
the world - housed in a Swiss chalet.
Green County Courthouse
The Friends of the Badger State Trail celebrated their
15th year of trail advocacy in 2015. The group’s most
recent accomplishment was a new trailhead facility
in Monroe. Throughout the season, they organize
trail rides, bike tours and a Trail Explorer program. Go
to their website friendsofbadgertrail.org to purchase
your trail pass online or to download a trail map.
A Monticello tradition since the
early 1900’s. The current 1930’s
diner-style building is just across
the bridge on Main St., a few blocks
off the Sugar River Bike Trail.
1930’s Era Diner-Style Cafe
 Breakfast all day
 Hearty daily specials
 Homemade pie
 Malts, shakes, floats
Weekdays 6am - 2pm • Weekends 7am - 2pm
608.938.4890
126 N. Main Street, Monticello
A nostalgic dose of Americana and great food.
Awarded 4 of 4 stars
by Dennis Getto
Milwaukee Journal
Sentinel
35 minutes south of Madison
10 minutes north of Monroe
Wednesday-Saturday 5:00-9:30pm
Reservations suggested
View our menu and textile display at
www.209main.com
209 N. Main, Monticello WI • 608-938-2200
Awarded 5 of 5 stars
by Mike Muckian
Madison Cap Times
A memorable rural retreat
featuring Midwestern
fusion cuisine
—Isthmus, The Daily Page
1016 – 16th Ave., Monroe • 608.328.1838
Weekdays 8 am – 4:30 pm. Since 1891, this majestic building has been the cornerstone of
Monroe’s downtown square. History Room upstairs. Civil War statue and restored cannons
on the lawn.
Green County Historical Museum
1617 – 9th St., Monroe • 608.558.4601 or 608.328.4301
May - October: Sat and Sun 1 - 4 pm. Local history, Cheese Days memorabilia, restored oneroom country schoolhouse.
Herb & Helen Haydock "World of Beer Memorabilia"
1208 - 14th Ave., Monroe • 608.325.3191
Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm, Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm. Located at Minhas Craft Brewery - artifacts,
antiques, lithographs, growlers, tap handles, toys. A must-see for history enthusiasts and
beer lovers!
Alfred and Lois Kelch Aviation Museum
Brodhead Airport, N2463 Airport Rd., Brodhead • 608.897.1175
Open by appointment - please call ahead and most requests can be accommodated.
Collection of antique airplanes, automobiles and artifacts - primarily from the 1920’s and 30’s.
Monroe Arts Center
1315 - 11th St., Monroe • 608.325.5700
Tues - Sat 10 am - 5 pm. 1869 church built by Wisconsin architect Edward Townsend Mix. MAC
hosts exhibits, concerts and special events.
Monticello Area Historical Society
204 N. Main St., Monticello •608.938.4216 or 608.938.4383
April to December: Sat 10 am – 2 pm. Museum themed as early 1900’s community drug store,
complete with soda fountain, plus exhibit on history and influence of the Sugar River.
National Historic Cheesemaking Center
& Imobersteg Farmstead Factory (pg. 48)
2108 – 7th Ave., Monroe • 608.325.4636
April - October: Daily 9 am - 4 pm except Sunday 11 am - 4 pm. Housed in restored railroad
depot, cheesemaking and dairy farming equipment, cheese factory replica, cheese history and
extensive archives.
Swiss Historical Village (pg. 13)
612 – 7th Ave., New Glarus •608.527.2317
May - mid-October: daily 10 am – 4 pm. Replica of a traditional Swiss village, including Swiss
Bee House, Cheese Factory, School House, Church and Cemetery, Blacksmith Shop, Print Shop,
Smoke House and Sausage Shop, General Store, and Fire House with antique fire equipment.
“Hall of History” showcases the journey of the original Swiss settlers in New Glarus.
Toy Train Barn
W9141 Hwy. 81, near Argyle • 608.966.1464
Daily 10 am – 5 pm. Walk into a miniature world filled with operating train layouts in an old
Wisconsin Dairy barn painted Milwaukee Road orange and “Argyle and Eastern” Train Ride
located outside.
Turner Hall (pg. 47)
1217 - 17th Ave., Monroe * 608.325.3461
Tuesday - Sunday. Emmentaler-style chalet dating to 1937. Old World Rathskeller restaurant,
Swiss folk art paintings and heritage displays.
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Eat, drink, yodel – and party til the cows come
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ag-related businesses you might not expect: ethanol
production, robotics, and custom stainless installations
for food processing. “Production ag services” are yet
another category – with an example being installation
of grain drying systems by Tim and his team at Schultz’s
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locally sourced always tastes better.
Consider shrimp right off the dock on the Carolina coast,
or fortune cookies fresh from the hot press at the factory
down that little side alley in San Francisco. Here are some
of the best sources for local flavors in Green County:
Alp & Dell – artisan cheese; cheesemaking observation
windows into adjacent factory.
Brennan’s Market – seasonal produce and local cheese.
CheeseMouse.com – locally sourced & delivered to you.
Decatur Dairy – cheese.
Hawk’s Mill Winery – vineyard tours in season and by
appointment; wine year-round.
Hoesly’s Meats – fresh and cured sausages, bratwurst.
Klondike Cheese – Odyssey brand yogurt and cheese.
Maple Leaf Cheese Store – factory-direct cheese.
Minhas Craft Brewery – beer, of course.
Minhas Micro Distillery – Moonshine, Absinthe, Vodka, Gin.
New Glarus Brewing Co. – beer, of course.
New Glarus Primrose Winery – wine.
Swiss Colony Outlet – petits fours & sweet treats (you
might smell chocolate melting at their nearby bakery).
Rainbow Confections – they could be stirring up a batch
of fudge or creating a new flavored popcorn right now.
Silver Lewis Cheese – cheese.
Ten Eyck Orchard – apples, honey.
2016 Calendar of
Events
Go to www.greencounty.org
March 1-4
Flower Power-A Fiber Art Journey | Monroe Arts Center
Gallery hours Tues-Sat 10am-5pm | Machine applique
quilting based on photos by the artist Mary Alice Hart
608.325.5700 | monroeartscenter.com
March 3-June 10
Green-Exhibit | Monroe Clinic Hospital | Featuring the
work of Suzanne Miller & Nikki Cooper of Green Chicks
Studio | 608.325.5700 | monroeartscenter.com
March 6
Farm Toy Show | Monroe | High School | Sponsored by
FFA & FFA Alumni | 9am-3pm | 608.214.4817
March 11-April 22
Seasons of the Sugar River | Monroe Arts Center
Gallery hours Tues-Sat 10am-5pm | Lower Sugar River
Watershed Association’s 3rd annual juried exhibition
March 12
Celtic Run Before You Crawl | Monroe | Green County
YMCA | 5K 9am; Kid’s Fun Run 8:30am | 608.325.2003
greencountyymca.org
March 12
Celtic Pub Crawl | Monroe | Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
at various pubs, Irish entertainment | celticcrawl.com
March 12
A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline | Monroe Arts
Center | 7:30pm | A loving tribute to Cline’s spirit; a
celebration of the music of her life | 608.325.5700
monroeartscenter.com
March 12
St. Patrick’s Day Dance | Browntown Fire Department
608.966.3270 | browntown-wi.us
March 15
Squeezebox Night | Monroe| Turner Hall | 6pm
Accordion jam | 608.325.3461 | turnerhallofmonroe.org
March 17
St. Patrick’s Day Parade | Monroe| 608.328.4023
March 19
Indoor Farmers Market on the Square | Monroe
Masonic Temple, 1613 10th St. | 9am-2pm
608.328.4023 | mainstreetmonroe.org
March 19
Easter Egg Hunt | Monroe| Middle School
608.329.2460 | cityofmonroe.org
March 19
An Evening with S. Carey | Monroe HS Performing
Arts Center | 7:30pm | A dazzling array of musical
light & shade, drawn from the artist’s love of jazz,
modern classical & Americana | 608.325.5700
March 19
Monroe City Band Variety Show | Turner Hall | 7:30 pm
March 19
Monroe Farmers Market (Downtown)
Wednesday afternoon & Saturday morning (May - Oct.)
New Glarus Farmers Market (Village Park)
Saturday morning (May 28 - Oct. 22)
Find more local producers at GreenCounty.org/bounty
Kalberwurst Dinner | New Glarus Fire Department
newglarusfd.com
March 25
Swiss Movie Night | Monroe| Turner Hall | 7pm
608.325.3461 | turnerhallofmonroe.org
March 26
“Egg-stravaganza” Easter Egg Hunt | Brodhead
Albrecht Elementary School | brodheadchamber.org
April 1-2
Stateline Home & Business Expo | Monroe | Stateline
Ice Arena | Sponsored by Monroe Area Chamber
608.325.7649 | monroechamber.org
April 1-22
Seasons of the Sugar River | Monroe Arts Center
Gallery hours Tues-Sat 10am-5pm | The Lower Sugar
River Watershed Association’s 3rd annual juried
exhibition | 608.325.5700 | monroeartscenter.com
April 1-June 10
Green-Exhibit | Monroe Clinic Hospital | Featuring the
work of Suzanne Miller & Nikki Cooper of Green Chicks
Studio | 608.325.5700 | monroeartscenter.com
April 2
Tomas Kubinek-Miracle Man | Monroe Arts Center
7:30pm | Comic genius, virtuoso vaudevillian, & all
around charmer | 608.325.5700 | monroeartscenter.com
April 9-10
Rock, Gem, & Mineral Show | Monroe High
School | Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm | Dealers,
speakers, displays, fluorescent mineral tent,
lapidary demonstrations, geode splitting, Wisconsin
Moonstone demonstration, activities for kids including
roving rock wizard; sponsored by Badger Lapidary &
Geological Society. | 608.558.1138 badgerrockclub.org
April 16
Indoor Farmers Market on the Square | Monroe
Masonic Temple, 1613 10th St. | 9am-2pm
April 16
Kalberwurst Supper | Monticello | Zwingli Church, 416
E. Lake Ave | 4:30-8pm
April 16-17
Spring Shearing Day | New Glarus| W7181 Hustad
Valley Rd | 608.527.5311
April 19
Squeezebox Night | Monroe | Turner Hall | 6pm
April 21-22
Purchase for Paws | Monroe | Benefit for Green County
Humane Society | 608.325.9600 greencountyhumane.org
April 21-24
And Miss Reardon Drinks A Little | Monroe Theatre
Guild | Thurs-Fri-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2 pm | The story of
three sisters: Catherine is an alcohol-abusing sardonic
depressive, Anna is a psychotic paranoid suffering
a mental meltdown and Ceil is a mis-married, lovestarved matron with a Controlling Personality Disorder
608.325.1111 | monroetheatre.com
April 28-30
Guild | 7:30pm | See description above (final show
May 1) | 608.325.1111 | monroetheatre.com
April 29-30
Community Garage Sales | Brooklyn | 608.628.2755
BACoC.org
April 29-June 24
Painting in Paper | Monroe Arts Center | Gallery hours
Tues-Sat 10am-5pm | Collage artist Jean Sandrock
April 29-June 24
WI Regional Arts Program Exhibit | Monroe Arts Center
Gallery hours Tues-Sat 10am-5pm 608.325.5700
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May 28
All Wheels Car Show & Tractor Pull | Brooklyn| Legion
Park | Remote control car pull, antique tractor pull,
vendors, music, food | 608.628.2755 | BACoC.org
May 29
Veteran’s Memorial Dedication | Brooklyn | West Main
St | 608.516.5401
May 30
Memorial Day Parade | Brodhead | 9am
608.897.8411 | brodheadchamber.org
Balloon Rally
Polka Fest
May 30
Memorial Day Parade | Albany | Sponsored by
McDermett-Steindorf American Legion
June 1-10
Green-Exhibit | Monroe Clinic Hospital | Featuring
the work of Suzanne Miller & Nikki Cooper of Green
Chicks Studio | 608.325.5700 | monroeartscenter.com
June 1-24
WI Regional Arts Program Exhibit | Monroe
Arts Center | Gallery hours Tues-Sat 10am-5pm
June 1-24
Squeezebox Night
April 30
Spring Fish Boil | Brodhead | Congregational UCC
Church, E201 23rd St. | 608.897.2917
May 1
Swiss Historical Village | New Glarus | Daily 10am 4pm thru mid-October | Museum open for the season
608.527.2317 | swisshistoricalvillage.org
May 1
Guild | 2pm | The story of three sisters: Catherine
is an alcohol-abusing sardonic depressive, Anna is
a psychotic paranoid suffering a mental meltdown
and Ceil is a mis-married, love-starved matron with
a Controlling Personality Disorder | 608.325.1111
monroetheatre.com
May 1-June 10
Green-Exhibit | Monroe Clinic Hospital | Featuring
the work of Suzanne Miller & Nikki Cooper of Green
Chicks Studio | 608.325.5700 | monroeartscenter.com
May 1-June 24
WI Regional Arts Program Exhibit | Monroe
Arts Center | Gallery hours Tues-Sat 10am-5pm
May 1-June 24
May 2
Taste of Spring | Monroe| Ludlow Mansion | 5pm
Gourmet dinner & auction for Monroe Arts Center
May 4
Farmers Market | Monroe | Downtown Square
Opens for the season - Wednesday afternoon &
Saturday morning through Oct 22 | 608.328.4023
May 5
Dime a Dip Dinner | Brooklyn| Community Building
4:30-6:30pm | Sponsored by Brooklyn Recreation
Committee | 608.455.4201 | brooklynrecreation.org
May 6-7
Community Garage Sales | Belleville| belleville-wi.com
608.438.4472
Yesteryear's Weekend
May 6-7
Community Garage Sales | Monroe | Sponsored
by Monroe Area Chamber | 608.325.7649
monroechamber.org
May 14
Bike Rodeo | New Glarus| 800.527.6838
swisstown.com
May 14
The Association-Anniversary Tour | Monroe HS
Performing Arts Center | 7:30pm | Enjoy the “big
three” hits (Cherish, Windy, & Never My Love) of
one of the most popular bands in American music
May 17
Squeezebox Night | Monroe | Turner Hall | 6 pm
May 21
Spring Fling | Monticello | Ball tournament, pig roast,
beer tent, live music (Precocious, Cherry Pie,
The Jimmys), car show | monticello-wi.com
May 21
Plant Exchange | Brooklyn | Union Bank & Trust, 210
Commercial St | 8:30-11am | Sponsored by Boy Scout
Troop 354 | 608.495.2311 | ub-t.com
May 22
EAA Chapter 431 Pancake Breakfast & Fly In
Brodhead | Brodhead Airport
May 27
Lions Club BBQ | New Glarus| 800.527.6838
swisstown.com
May 27-30
Yesteryear’s Weekend | Albany | Live music, carnival,
chicken BBQ, parades on Sat & Mon
May 28
Brodhead Depot Museum | Open for seasonWednesday, Saturday, Sunday & holidays 1-4pm thru
Sept 27 | brodheadhistory.org
May 28
Breakfast on the Farm | Blanchardville | Jeglum
Farm, N8879 Sunnyside Rd | 6am-10am | Breakfast,
farm tours, arts & crafts, entertainment; always last
Saturday in May | greencountyagchest.com
June 2
Dairy Queen Crowning & Ice Cream Social | Brooklyn
Community United Methodist Church, 201 Church St.
| 4:30-7:30pm | 608.455.3344 | brooklynumc.org
June 3
Cars on the Square | Monroe | Classic car show
June 3
Summer Supper & Monticello Dairy Queen Crowning
Monticello | Zwingli Church, 416 E. Lake Ave. | 5-7:30 pm
June 4
Summer Kick Off | Monroe | Downtown Square | Fun
& games; introduction of summer theme Super Hero
Cows | 608.328.4023 | mainstreetmonroe.org
June 4-5
Green County “Pickers” Flea & Antique Market
Monroe| Fairgrounds | 8am - 4pm | greencountyfair.net
June 5
Friends of Cadiz Springs-Spring Fling Open Park Day
Browntown| Cadiz Springs State Rec Area | 11am3pm | Free open house-no admission sticker needed
today at all WI State Parks. Family-friendly games,
activities, food stands. Proceeds benefit projects of
Friends of Cadiz Springs. | cadizsprings.com
June 6
Monroe City Band Concert | Twining Park | 7:30 pm
June 9-12
Fabric of Love | Monroe | Monroe Theatre Guild
Thurs-Fri-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm | 608.325.1111
monroetheatre.com
June 10
Concert on the Square | Monroe | Downtown Square
6:30pm | Live music on the Courthouse lawn
June 10-12
Polkafest | New Glarus| Free admission, bands all
weekend in the tent & at area bars | 800.527.6838
swisstown.com
June 11
5th Annual 1K/5K Recreation Walk-Run
Brooklyn | Legion Park | 7:30am | 608.455.4201
brooklynrecreation.org
June 11
Community Garage Sales | Brodhead | 608.897.8411
brodheadchamber.org
June 11
BBC (Beer, Bacon & Cheese) | New Glarus | Buy
a wristband in advance for sampling craft beers,
cheese, & sausage; live music in the Polkafest tent
800.527.6838 | swisstown.com
June 11
Old Time Cheesemaking | Monroe | National Historic
Cheesemaking Center | Morning | See a wheel of
Swiss made the old-fashioned way, hand-stirred in
a copper kettle at the circa late 1800’s Imobersteg
Farmstead Factory; entertainment, gourmet grilled
cheese sandwiches, cream puffs | 608.325.4636
nationalhistoriccheesemakingcenter.org
June 16
Ten Grand in Your Hand | Monroe | Monroe Den
Fund raiser for Family Promise with dinner & raffle
familypromisegreencounty.com
June 16-September 9
Manifestation II - Exhibit | Monroe | Monroe Clinic
Hospital | Featuring the work of Kate Bausch & Steven
Agard (painting & photography) | 608.325.5700
June 17-18
Balloon Rally | Monroe | Green County Fairgrounds
Balloon flights, evening balloon glow, food booths,
music, car show | monroeballoonrally.com
June 17-18
Summerfest | Browntown | Antique tractor pull Friday
7pm. Saturday Fish boil starting at 4pm; fireworks
at dusk
June 18
GAP Church Rummage Sale Fund Raiser | Albany
Hwy. 59 west of Albany | 608.214.8289
June 18
Green County Relay for Life | Brodhead High School
4pm-midnight | 608.662.7542
June 18
Fishing Derby for Kids | Brodhead | Sponsored by
Brodhead Optimists
June 19
Twilight in the Park Concert | Brodhead | Veteran’s
Park | 6-8pm | Sunday evening series (tonight-Turtle
Creek Chamber Orchestra) with last concert Aug 14
June 20
June 21
Badger Days | Monroe | Fundraiser for UW Madison
Athletics sponsored by Colony Brands | 608.328.8400
June 21
June 24
June 24-26
Heidi Folk Festival | New Glarus | Performances at the
high school, craft fair & mini-expo | 800.527.6838
swisstown.com
June 24-26
Music Fest | New Glarus | Live music, games &
inflatables, family fun, Lions BBQ (Sat), EMS Run
(Sun) | ngmusicfest.com
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June 25
Dairy Day | Belleville | Parade, selection of county
dairy queen.
June 26
Lions Car Show | Albany | Lions Building, 402
N. Cincinnati St | 8am-3pm | 13th annual show,
awards, entertainment, food, always 4th Sunday
608.751.2895
June 26
Park | 6-8pm | Sunday evening series (tonightRockabilly Junction) with last concert Aug 14
July 1-3
8 Miles of Ag-tiques | Monroe| Tractor show on 8
miles of Hwy. 69 south from Monroe, Wisconsin to
Orangeville, IL; food stands, crafts | 608.558.0530
July 1-August 19
Urban Nature-Exhibit | Monroe | Monroe Arts
Center | Gallery hours Tues-Sat 10am-5pm | Art
that weaves the connections between people & the
environment, by Barbara Westfal | 608.325.5700
July 1-September 9
Manifestation II - Exhibit | Monroe | Monroe
Clinic Hospital | Featuring the work of Kate
Bausch & Steven Agard (painting & photography)
July 3
Park | 6-8pm | Sunday evening series (tonightMary J. Harris Band) with last concert Aug 14
July 4
4th of July | Monroe| Twining Park | Food booths,
entertainment, Monroe City Band Concert in evening;
softball, slowpitch & volleyball tournaments;
fireworks 9:30pm | cityofmonroe.org
July 4
4th of July | Brooklyn | Legion Park | Music,
refreshments, fireworks at dusk | Sponsored by
Brooklyn Recreation Committee | 608.455.4201
brooklynrecreation.org
July 4
4th of July | Brodhead | Parade at noon; fireworks at
dusk | 608.897.8411 | brodheadchamber.org
July 4
4th of July Music Fest | Monticello | Washington
Reformation Church, N6026 Church Rd
noon | Featuring popular local bands
washingtonreformation.com
July 7-10
Monticello Homecoming | Monticello | Ball
tournaments, tug-of-war competition, live music,
parade, motorcycle poker run, food stands, fireworks
monticello-wi.com
July 8
6:30 pm | Live music on the Courthouse lawn
July 8-9
Maxwell Street Days | New Glaurs | swisstown.com
July 9
Pedal for Paws | New Glarus | Benefit bike ride for
Green County Humane Society | After-ride party at
Tofflers Pub | 608.325.9600 | greencountyhumane.org
July 10
Park | 6-8 pm | Sunday evening series (tonightDang Its) with last concert Aug 14 | 608.897.8411
brodheadchamber.org
July 16
GAP Church Bash | Albany | Hwy. 59 west of Albany
9am-3pm | Cemetery walk, vendor show, bean bag
tournament, food | 608.214.8289.
July 16-17
Flea Market Extravaganza | Browntown | Community
Park | 8am-4pm | 608.293.0742
July 17
Park | 6-8 pm | Sunday evening series (tonightStateline Playboys) with last concert Aug 14
July 17
Optimist Pig Roast | Brodhead | Veteran’s Park
July 18
July 19
July 20-24
Green County Fair | Monroe | Fairgrounds | Youth
exhibits, animal shows & auctions, entertainment,
food stands, carnival | greencountyfair.net
July 24
Twilight in the Park Concert | Brodhead
Veteran’s Park | 6-8pm | Sunday evening series
(tonight-Cherokee Rose) with last concert Aug 14
July 28
July 29-30
August 1-September 9
August 13
Manifestation II - Exhibit | Monroe Clinic Hospital
Featuring the work of Kate Bausch & Steven
Tour de Cheese | Monroe | Benefit ride for Big
Brothers Big Sisters, with stops at cheese factories
608.325.7855 | bbbsgreencounty.org
Maxwell Street Days | Monroe | Sidewalk sales,
bargains | 608.328.4023 | mainstreetmonroe.org
Park | 6-8pm | Final concert of the season-Brodhead
City Band | 608.897.8411 | brodheadchamber.org
August 5-6
August 5-7
Soil Sisters | Celebrating local agriculture at small
farms led by women; workshops, items for sale
(fresh produce, meats, eggs, crafts), culinary
events. Friday “Taste of Place” farm-to-table event
at Cow & Quince in New Glarus; Saturday “Dinner
on the Farm” at Sandhill Family Farms in Brodhead;
Sunday farm tours in Brodhead & Monroe areas.
608.329.7056 | soilsisterswi.org
August 6
August 14
August 16
Accordion jam | 608.325.3461
turnerhallofmonroe.org
August 20
Classic Car Show | New Glarus | 800.527.6838
swisstown.com
August 20
Fire Fest | New Glarus | Live music, food stands,
firefighter water fights | newglarusfd.com
Corn Boil | Brodhead | Congregational UCC Church,
E201 23rd St | 608.897.2917
Albany Lions Steak Fry & Raffle | Albany Lions
Building, 402 N. Cincinnati St | albanylionsclub.com
GAP Church Hymn Sing | Hwy. 59 west of
Albany 2pm | Old fashioned hymns & fellowship
608.214.8289.
August 6
August 7
Alphorn Man Sprint Triathlon | New Glarus | Swim,
bike, run | 800.527.6838 | newglarusalphornman.com
August 7
Volksfest | New Glarus | Swiss folk music
& traditional entertainment | 800.527.6838
swisstown.com
August 21
August 25
August 26
August 7
Cars on the Square | Monroe| Classic car show
August 12
Cheese City Challenge-Tractor Pull | Monroe
Fairgrounds | Sponsored by Green County Ag Society
& Southern Wisconsin Tractor Pullers 608.325.9159
greencountyfair.net
Park | 6-8pm | Sunday evening series (tonight-Red
Hot Dixies) with last concert Aug 14 | 608.897.8411
brodheadchamber.org
Concert on the Square | Monroe| Downtown Square
August 12-14
Covered Bridge Days & Wildflower Festival
Brodhead | Old time thresheree, live music, tractor
show, horse show, tractor & garden tractor pulls, art
show, food | 608.897.8411 | brodheadchamber.org
August 28
August 28
Lakefest | Belleville| Family activities, food booths,
entertainment at Lake Belle View | bellevillewi.org
August 28
FFA Alumni Tractor Show | Albany Lions Building,
402 N. Cincinnati St | 608.628.6975
albanylionsclub.com
Fore Fathers 10th Annual Celebration | Juda
Motorcycle poker ride, music, beer & food stands,
chicken BBQ, raffles, bike games | judaforerathers.com
July 30
Amish Quilt Auction | Albany | Amish School House,
Hwy. 104 & Atkinson Rd | 9am | Quilts & quilt tops,
furniture, consignment, home décor, food stand &
bake sale | 608.897.8500.
July 31
Park | 6-8pm | Sunday evening series (tonight-Soggy
Prairie Boys) with last concert Aug 14
Covered Bridge Days
Volksfest
Monticello Homecoming
Lake Fest
August 1
Swiss Independence Day | Monroe | 6pm
Sponsored by Monroe Swiss Singers | 608.325.3461
August 1
August 1-19
Urban Nature-Exhibit | Monroe Arts Center | Gallery
hours Tues-Sat 10am-5pm | Art that weaves the
connections between people & the environment, by
Barbara Westfal | 608.325.5700 | monroeartscenter.com
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August 31
Golf Outing | Monroe | Sponsored by Monroe Area
Chamber | 608.325.7648 | monroechamber.org
September 1-9
Manifestation II - Exhibit | Monroe Clinic Hospital
Featuring the work of Kate Bausch & Steven
September 2-4
Labor Day Tractor Pull | Brooklyn| Music, food,
sponsored by Brooklyn Sno-Hornets & Oregon
Sno-blazers| 608.835.3139
facebook.com/brooklynlaborday
September 2-4
Wilhelm Tell Festival | New Glarus | Children’s Lantern
Parade Friday evening, performances & dancing,
“Art in the Park” Sunday, Swiss heritage, yodeling
wilhelmtell.org
September 3
Fall Arts & Craft Show | Brooklyn Community Building
9am-3pm | 608.455.4201 | brooklynrecreation.org
September 8-10
Community Garage Sales | Monticello
monticello-wi.com
September 10
Fish Boil | Brodhead | Congregational UCC Church,
E201 23rd St. | 608.897.2917
September 10-11
Green County “Pickers” Flea & Antique Market
Monroe| Green County Fairgrounds | 8am-4pm
greencountyfair.net
September 11
Whine in the Woods | Monroe | Benefit for
Green County Humane Society | 608.325.9600
greencountyhumane.org
September 11
Grace Church Free Fest | New Glarus | Village Park
Noon-5pm | Live music, car show, family fun
newglarusfamilyfest.com
September 16-17
Minhas Oktoberfest | Monroe | Live music, local
brews. | minhascraftbrewery.com
September 16-18
Green County Cheese Days | Monroe | Free
entertainment stages, dairy farm & barn quilt tours,
cheese tent, activities for kids, Swiss heritage, old time
cheesemaking, cow milking contest, antique tractors,
arts & crafts, parades | 608.325.7771 | cheesedays.com
September 17
Apple Festival Bazaar | Brodhead | United Methodist
Church, 501 First Center Ave | 608.897.2515
September 20
September 23-25
Oktoberfest | New Glarus | Live music, tapping of keg
of Staghorn Oktoberfest beer, horse drawn wagon
rides, big cheese fondue pot demo and tasting on
Sunday | 800.527.6838 | swisstown.com
September 24
Kilby Supper | New Glarus | Swiss Church
September 24
Fall National Tractor Pull | Monroe | Green County
Fairgrounds | Tractor & truck pull with proceeds to
local charitable causes, food stands, music in the
evening | greencountyfallnationals.com
September 24-25
Model Railroad Show | Monroe | Stateline Ice Arena
Operating layouts, displays, vendors | gcmrrinc.org
October 1
Fall Festival | Albany | Downtown; at school if bad
weather | Food booths, games, vendors
October 1
AutumnFest | Brodhead | Entertainment, vendors,
crafts, chili contest, hay rides, pontoon rides on the
Mill Race | 608.897.8411 | brodheadchamber.org
October 2
Fire Dept Open House | Brooklyn | 401 W. Main St
Fire truck rides, pancake breakfast | 608.455.3812
brooklynfireems.com
October 6-7
Purchase for Paws | Monroe | Benefit for Green County
Humane Society | 608.325.9600
greencountyhumane.org
October 8
Historical Society Open House | Brooklyn | Community
Building | Speaker, historic displays, refreshments
608.455.1503 | facebook.com/bahswi
October 8-9
Gathering of Rogues & Ruffians | New Glarus
Wilhelm Tell Grounds, W5199 Hwy. W | Renaissance
Faire with singers, jugglers, crafters, merchants &
re-enactors | agatheringofrogues&ruffians.com
October 9
Harvest Fest | New Glarus | Swiss Historical Village
Old time artisan demos-cheesemaking, sausage,
blacksmithing, bratzeli cookies | 608.527.2317
swisshistoricalvillage.org
October 9
Swiss Steak Supper | Brooklyn Community Building
3:30pm | Sponsored by Brooklyn Lutheran Church
608.455.3852 | brooklynlutheranchurch.org
October 18
October 21-22
November 6
December 3
50th Annual Swissfest | Monroe | Turner Hall | 2pm
Sponsored by Monroe Swiss Singers, Swiss music
variety show, followed by dance | 608.325.3461
November 15
Accordion jam | 608.325.3461
November 25-26
Christkindlmarkt | Monroe| Turner Hall | 9am-4pm
Old World Holiday Market; vendors with crafts &
baked goods for sale, artisan demos | 608.325.3461
November 26
Tipsy Turkey Pub Crawl | New Glarus | 800.527.6838
swisstown.com
November 26
Small Business Saturday | Monroe | 608.328.4023
November 26
Small Business Saturday | Monticello
monticello-wi.com
December 1-4
White Christmas | Monroe Theatre Guild | Thurs-FriSat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm | An inspired musical adaptation
of the classic holiday film, featuring many of Irving
Berlin’s greatest hits | 608.325.1111
monroetheatre.com
December 2
Lighted Christmas Parade | Monroe | 608.328.4023
6pm | mainstreetmonroe.org
December 2
Candle Tree Lighting & Alpine Carol Sing | Monroe
Turner Hall | 7pm | More than 100 candles on a
freshly cut evergreen tree, informal carol sing-along
608.325.3461 | turnerhallofmonroe.org
December 2-3
Fire & Ice Festival | Brodhead| Lighted parade, ice
carvings, fire circles, carolers, cookie decorating,
Santa pics, entertainment, food booths | 608.897.8411
brodheadchamber.org
Cookie Walk | Brodhead | Congregational UCC Church,
E201 23rd St | 608.897.2917
December 3
St. Nicholas Day | New Glarus | Santa visits;
cookie sale at Swiss Church, holiday tree lighting
December 4
Deutscher Weihnachtsgottesdienst (German Christmas
communion service) | Monroe | St. John’s United
Church | 2pm | Monroe Swiss Singers lead service of
carols & scripture, conducted entirely in German with
translation provided | monroeswisssingers.org
December 4
Monroe City Band Holiday Concert | 3 pm
December 4
Enchanted Sugar River Christmas | Albany | Santa
visits, lighting of holiday tree, carolers, refreshments
December 8-11
White Christmas | Monroe Theatre Guild
Thurs-Fri-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm | 608.325.1111
monroetheatre.com
December 10
Cookie & Candy Sale | Monroe | St. John’s United
Church, 1724 14th St | 608.325.2165
December 10
Lunch with Santa | New Glarus | 800.527.6838
swisstown.com
December 10
Santa Day | Brooklyn Community Building | 10am-1pm
| Pictures with Santa, food booths, re-gifting center
608.628.2755 | BACoC.org
December 20
You can often hear live music at the
following establishments:
* New Glarus Hotel (pg. 15)
* Tofflers Pub & Grill (pg. 14)
* Turner Hall of Monroe (pg. 47)
Haunted Theatre | Monroe Theatre Guild | 6-10pm
October 23
Artifact Show | Monticello Schools | 8am-2pm | Native
American Indian & Pre-Columbian Artifacts - dealers &
displays | 608.214.0858 | monticello-wi.com
October 26-31
Haunted Theatre | Monroe Theatre Guild | 6-10pm
October 29
UFO Day | Belleville | Parade, family fun, costumes,
craft show | belleville-wi.com | 608.438.4472
Rogues and Ruffians
Fire & Ice Festival
Green County Cheese Days
Train Show
October 31
Halloween Parade & Trunk or Treat | Monroe
November 5
Fall Arts & Crafts Fair | Brodhead | Elementary &
Middle Schools | 9am-3pm | Sponsored by Jaycees
608.897.8411 | brodheadjaycees.org
November 5
Party with a Purpose | Monroe | Evening of fine
food and entertainment benefitting local charitable
organizations | Sponsored by Monroe Area Chamber
608.325.7648 | monroechamber.org
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Cheese Factories &
Direct Retail Outlets
Alp and Dell Cheese (Emmi-Roth USA)
☛ pg. 49
657 2nd St., Monroe
ALPANDDELLCHEESE.COM
608.328.3355 • Weekdays 9 am – 6 pm, Sat 9 am – 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 5 pm
Gruyere, Fontina, Havarti, Edam, Gouda, Rofumo, Butter Kase, Fontiago
Chalet Cheese Cooperative
N4858 Cty. N, Monroe
608.325.4343 • M – F 7 am – 3 pm, Sat 8 am – 10 am
Limburger, Brick, Baby Swiss, Colby
Cheesemouse.com • 608.938.8000
☛ pg. 54
Mail order - offering locally made cheese delivered to your door.
☛ pg. 28
Decatur Dairy
W1668 Cty. F, Brodhead
DECATURDAIRY.COM • 608.897.8661 • M – Sat 9 am – 5 pm
Brick, Farmers, Havarti, Colby, Muenster, Stettler Swiss. Fresh Curds
Edelweiss Cheese Shop
☛ pg. 10
529 1st St., New Glarus
EDELWEISSCHEESESHOP.COM • 608.636.2155 • Daily 10 am - 5 pm;
winter hours vary. Emmentaler Swiss, Havarti, Butterkase, Gouda,
Muenster, Tuscan Dream.
Klondike Cheese Factory
☛ pg. 54
KLONDIKECHEESE.COM
No cheese sales at factory; see their ad for retail locations.
Maple Leaf Cheese Sales Outlet
☛ pg. 47
W2616 Hwy. 11/81, Juda
MAPLELEAFCHEESESTORE.COM
608.934.1237 • M – F 8 am – 6 pm, Sat 8 am – 5 pm, Sun 10 am – 4 pm
Cheddar, Muenster, Jack ‘n Jill, Gouda
Maple Leaf Cheese & Chocolate Haus ☛ pg. 12
554 – 1st St., New Glarus
MAPLELEAFCHEESEANDCHOCOLATEHAUS.COM• 608.527.2000
Silver-Lewis Cheese Co-op
☛
pg. 58
W3075 Cty. EE, Monticello
SILVERLEWISCHEESE.COM
608.938.4813 • M – F 7 am – 3 pm, Sat 7 am – 1 pm
Brick, Muenster, Farmers
Genealogy Research
Albany Historic Society Musuem
Albany area obituaries on file.
Green County Genealogical Research Center
922 - 16th Ave. (in Monroe Public Library)
608.363.0554 or 608.325.2326
County history, cemetery records, obituaries, military records.
www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/wigreen
®
Green County Historical Museum
Green County
Obituaries dating from early 1900's.
Green County Register of Deeds
Courthouse - 1016 - 16th Ave., Monroe
608.328.9439
Birth, death, marriage, and land records.
Wisconsin
Monroe Public Library
925 16th Ave., Monroe
608.328.7010
Family Search microfilm service - census, birth, death, marriage,
church, and immigration records.
MAP LEGEND
Swiss Historic Village (pg. 16)
CONTROLLED ACCESS
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U.S. HIGHWAY
DIVIDED HIGHWAY
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STATE HIGHWAY
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COUNTY HIGHWAY
PRINCIPAL HIGHWAY
Specializing in Swiss ancestry.
www.swisshistoricalvillage.org/contact.htm
MAJOR ROAD
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Public Pools
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TRAIL
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BLOCK NUMBER
PLACE OF INTEREST
POLICE STATION
FIRE STATION
POST OFFICE
Brodhead
Monticello
COUNTY BOUNDARY
INFORMATION CENTER
Putnam Park - 1106 4th St. W.
608.897.8091
TOWN BOUNDARY
PARKING AREA
Monroe
Village Pool - N. Monroe St.
& North Ave.
608.938.4383
Recreation Park
16th St.. & 22nd Ave.
608.329.2475 or 608.329.2460
2nd St.. & 4th Ave.
608.527.2510
New Glarus
53578
LIBRARY
HOSPITAL
SCHOOL
PARK
CAMPGROUND
GOLF COURSE
CEMETERY
AIRPORT
BEACH/POOL
BOAT LANDING
ZIP CODES
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