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Welcome To Public Trails ...................... 4 Rich History ...................... 8 River, Lakes and Waters ................... 12 Experience Nature ................... 14 Taste the County ................... 18 Calendar of Events ................... 24 Argyle ................... 26 Benton ................... 27 Belmont ................... 28 Blanchardville ................... 30 Cuba City ................... 32 Darlington ................... 34 Gratiot ................... 36 South Wayne ................... 36 Map ................... 37 Shullsburg ................... 38 Advertiser’s Directory ................... 40 Scan this code to take you to our Facebook page!

2  Lafayette County, WI

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Lafayette County It’s a wonderful life here in the driftless region in Southwest Wisconsin. If you would like to come and visit us, it will be a pleasure to serve you! If you are looking for a little peace and quiet, a respite from the hustle and bustle of chaotic life, Lafayette County is just what you need to reenergize, reorganize and renew your spirit. Lafayette County has a rich history and played a significant role in the early beginnings of our state. Settlers arrived in the early 1820s to mine the lead in the region. Early miners had no time to build permanent homes so they clawed out hillsides resembling badger holes to make crude dwellings. Those original miners were the inspiration for Wisconsin becoming known as the Badger State. Go Badgers! It won’t take long for you to discover that Lafayette County is farm country! We are the most agriculturally dependent county in the state. With many cheese factories, dairy farms, small vegetable and fiber producers, agriculture is the heart of many of our communities. If you are looking for outdoor recreation, Lafayette County has everything you can imagine. We have plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature from calm to thrilling! Hiking, bicycling, fishing, hunting, canoeing, swimming, ATV riding, horseback riding, cross country skiing and snowmobiling — all offer you a chance to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenic countryside. For a more relaxing day, take a drive along the winding roads and enjoy a quiet moment with your camera, experience a birdwatching adventure, or take a hike in one of our numerous parks, such as Yellowstone Lake State Park. When you think of small towns and what they have to offer, think of caring people, great schools, community activities and pride. Each of our communities in Lafayette County invests in our future. We support our seven school districts, local hospital and clinic and many churches. We take pride in our youth and believe in our rich history. We would like to share this wonderful small town life and natural beauty with you. Come and experience our small town culture. Meet the folks who make our communities great. Enjoy your stay in breathtaking Lafayette County. You’ll be glad you came! The Lafayette County 2019 Travel Planner was published by the Grant, Iowa, Lafayette Shopping News in conjunction with the University of Wisconsin Extension, Lafayette County. No part of this publication may be reprinted or otherwise reproduced without the expressed written consent of the University of Wisconsin Extension, Lafayette County and the Shopping News. Photo Credits: Dave Austin, Jeanne Black, Darlington Chamber, Abby Haas, Painted Light Studios, Cory Ritterbusch, Anna Robbins and Weigel Dairy.

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Public Trails Equestrian Trails

Lafayette County is a dream destination for horseback riding. Yellowstone State Park features miles of mowed trails as well as camping. Nearby, the Yellowstone Wildlife Area features approximately 30 miles of equestrian trails laid out over a 2,500 acre wildlife area that feature beautiful landscapes and abundant wildlife. Call (608) 575-9288 for more information. Several private ranches and saddle clubs offer trail rides, day camps, special rides and events in addition to boarding, farrier services, tack shops, rider training and equestrian centers. Saddle up!

There are plenty of places to stop for a bite to eat along the way and lodging or camping for rest as you wind your way through the beautiful countryside. Cycle Southwest Wisconsin provides some great ideas for loops to complete throughout the region, they can be found at www.cyclesouthwestwisconsin.com. New in 2018, the Mound View State Trail is now open as a bike and pedestrian trail. This trail links Belmont and the Pecatonica State Trail to the Rountree Branch Trail in Platteville. Please be advised that the Mound View State trail is non-motorized.

Scenic Trails You don’t need a bike, boat or horse to enjoy Lafayette County. Your car will do just fine. The scenery is wonderful year-round and each small community has something truly special to offer. Finally, if the mood strikes, you can hike the trails at Yellowstone Lake or take a walk down any of the “Main Streets” that make Lafayette County such a special place.

ATV and UTV Trails Lafayette County is home to the Cheese Country Trail and Pecatonica State Trail which make up over sixty off-road multi-use miles. The trails meander throughout the county connecting towns and villages along the way. The Cheese Country and Pecatonica State trails are maintained by the

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Motorcycle Trails If you ride an iron horse, Lafayette County is as close to the old west as you can get in Wisconsin. Virtually every community in the county has a place to tie up and relax. New Diggings is home to the General Store and Anton’s Saloon — both Midwest destinations for great bands, great rides and great people. The General Store is also a featured stop on Wisconsin’s Canon Run Route 66 for those riders looking to make their way across the entire state. Each year, local clubs host special events and rides. The unique topography of the region provides breathtaking views, great curves and back-roads that will take you back in time.

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The back-roads of Lafayette County also offer something special for bikes with less horsepower. With fewer people and more hills, bicyclists will find the county a rewarding place to peddle.

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During the winter months, trails pop up all across Lafayette County and the region; crisscrossing farmland, streams and roads alike. Our area snowmobile clubs sign, maintain and groom these trails so that snowmobilers can enjoy them throughout the winter months. The Cheese Country and Pecatonica State Trail both are used for snowmobilers throughout the winter and connect the entire trail system, making miles and miles of meandering trails. T-Riders, Fayette Sno-Goers, Hollandale Snow Drifters, Platteville Driftbusters, Blackhawk Riders, Argyle Ditch Bangers and Arthur Ariders all work diligently to maintain our winter trail system and work with area land owners to ensure that riders stay on marked trails. Travel Wisconsin let’s snowmobilers throughout the state know which trails are open and which are closed throughout the winter months. Be sure to check before riding: https://www.travelwisconsin.com/ snowreport/snowmobile 

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Tri-County ATV Club and its members. The Cheese Country trail connects Lafayette to Iowa and Green Counties, while County approved road routes for ATV/UTV’s link to Grant County and Jo Daviess County, IL making it easy to see the wonderful landscapes of the driftless region. The multi-use trails are open to Hiking, Biking, ATV’s, UTV’s, Snowshoeing, Horseback Riding, snowmobiling and more! Along the trails you will find beautiful scenery including wildlife, rivers and ponds, wildflowers and farmland. You will also see all that our communities have to offer in area attractions, shopping, lodging, dining and recreation. Cheese

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Rich History Start your history lesson in Shullsburg at The Badger Mining Museum where you can get a glimpse of life through nearly 190 years of this historic community. Learn about Shullsburg’s more infamous stories too – like a daring bank robbery by Chicago mobsters in 1927. At the center of it all is a look back at the important mining industry with displays of minerals, mining equipment and a working replica of the Eagle Pitcher mine. Take a tour into an actual hand-dug 19th century mine. The museum is open daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day. While in Shullsburg, be sure to spend some time downtown on Water Street, a National Historic District and the unusual street names like Virtue, Judgement and Hope named by Father Samuel Mazzuchelli, an Italian Missionary Priest. Fr. Mazzuchelli established many local parishes in frontier Wisconsin and designed more than 24 churches and civic buildings. Just down the road in New Diggings, is St. Augustine’s Church, the only church that remains as he originally designed it. Built in 1844, this structure on the National Register of Historic Places has recently been restored. A memorial Mass is held annually on the last Sunday of August. St. Augustine’s is open Sunday afternoons from 1:00-4:00 p.m. from May 31 through September 30. For more information call (608) 965-4517.

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In 1993, Pope John Paul II declared Fr. Mazzuchelli Venerable and began the process of possible recognition as a saint in the Roman Catholic Church. Fr. Mazzuchelli’s home and gravesite are located in Benton. While in Benton, visit Swindler’s Ridge Museum where you will find more mining artifacts and a working diorama of a lead and zinc mine. Call (608) 776-8340 for open hours. Benton’s historic limestone water tower, built in 1900, served the community for nearly a century. It was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. The 1915 Schoolhouse Museum houses a

collection of early education and alumni memorabilia. It is open on Labor Day and Memorial Day weekends, For more information call (608) 759-3441. Travel to the northern part of the county to visit Belmont, home of The First Capitol Historical Site. It was here that in 1836 the first session of the legislature of the newly formed Wisconsin Territory met. The two buildings remaining from this 1836 session contain historical exhibits. The First Capitol Historical Site is open for tours Wednesday through Sunday from Memorial Day to Labor Day. For more information call (608) 987-2122. Head over to Blanchardville and find a community nestled along the banks of the Pecatonica River. In 1848 a group of Mormons broke away from Brigham Young and settled here. The river was dammed and a grist mill was built where Blanchardville Historical Society stands today. Discover more fascinating stories at their museum Saturday mornings from 9:00 a.m. until noon. Continue your journey through Argyle, the boyhood home of “Fighting Bob” LaFollette, who was elected Wisconsin’s Governor in 1900 and served as United States Senator from 1904 until his death in 1925. His home, the Saxton House, is being restored for future use as a museum. One of the oldest buildings is Partridge Hall, listed on the National Register of Historic Places (under the name Star Theatre). It retains its original storefronts, segmental arch windows, 6 over 6 panes and its unique bell shaped fascia. Blackhawk Memorial Park, just south of Argyle near the community of Woodford, is the site of the annual Bloody Lake Rendezvous commemorating an 1832 skirmish of the Blackhawk War. Save the first weekend of May for a trip back in time. Re-enactors from all over the country take you back to the Fur Trade Era, Civil War and Pow Wows of pre-1840 Wisconsin with food, music, knife and hawk throwing and primitive shooting competitions. The tiny village of Wiota was originally known as “Hamilton’s Diggings” after one

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Rich History We wind up our historical travels in the County Seat community of Darlington. Darlington is known as the “Pearl of the Pecatonica” because the Pecatonica River which flows through the town was for years a source for the production of pearl button blanks. Take a walk down Darlington’s Historic Main Street which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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One of the buildings contributing to that designation, The Driver Opera House, is undergoing a massive renovation to restore this beautiful historic building to its former glory; not only to honor the past, but also prepare for an even brighter future for Darlington and Lafayette County. Built in 1883 of Milwaukee Cream City Brick, the upper story was used for traveling theatre troupes, dances and musical performances, as well as a mercantile on the lower level. The Opera House has been empty since 1951 and the building is in disrepair due to years of flooding that has damaged the infrastructure and stability of the building. A DNR flood proofing grant in the amount of $540,000 was awarded to help flood-proof the lower level and repair the damage. The historic quality of the building has been maintained — as original colors and facades were duplicated during Phase I of the project that was completed in 2018. The second phase of the project, which entails restoring the

The restored Driver Opera House after phase 1 is pictured to the right.

beautiful upper story opera house, is estimated to cost $1.5 million. This work can be completed by skilled craftsmen and others who can donate their time and skills. The flat-floor opera house can accommodate almost any type of activity, play or performance and will be fully accessible with an elevator. The restored Driver Opera House will help us continue the social, cultural and artistic needs of Southwestern Wisconsin. Restoring the Opera House will strengthen tourism, support area business and enhance additional revenue for the region! You can help us reach our goal by donating money or pledging your support over two to four years. Mail your donation to The Driver Opera House, P.O. Box 62, Darlington, WI 53530. You can also donate online at www.razoo.com/organization/ DriverOpera-House-Restoration. For more information about the project and our Board of Directors and Ambassadors, visit our Facebook page or www.DriverOperaHouse.org. Questions can be directed to info@driveroperahouse.org. The Driver Opera House is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization. Darlington also houses the central landmark of Lafayette County, the Lafayette County Courthouse, which holds the distinction as the only Courthouse still in use in the United States that was funded by the estate of one man, Mat Murphy of Benton. The monumental limestone structure features a central rotunda with an elaborate dome and evidence of Johnny Depp’s visit to the Courthouse when it was featured in the 2009 movie “Public Enemies”. The Lafayette County Historical Society Museum is located in the Carnegie Building across from the Courthouse. It features the lives of early Lafayette County residents. You will find items from the Civil War as well as memorabilia from early businesses, farms, homes and schools and paintings. The museum is open 1:00-4:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The Darlington Depot Museum, filled with railroad artifacts, tourist information and railroad maps is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call (608) 7768340 for hours. Both museums are free but donations are appreciated. 

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of its founders, William “Billy” Hamilton, the youngest son of Alexander Hamilton, U.S. Secretary of Treasury. Billy was a miner and like so many other young men in the 1820s, he was anxious to have a share in the quick riches promised in lead mining country. The Fort Hamilton Historical Marker tells the story of how Captain Hamilton led an effort to construct a fort to house frightened settlers. Hamilton’s stay in Wisconsin ended when news of gold and even greater riches beckoned them to California.

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Rivers, Lakes and Water Yellowstone Lake State Park is in the driftless area of southwest Wisconsin. This 1,000-acre park, has a 455-acre lake, which offers visitors ample space to enjoy camping, swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, biking and picnicking. In winter the park is open to ice fishing, snowmobiling and crosscountry skiing. Many of the campsites offer electricity hook up for those who prefer this convenience. There is an area of the lake that is a no-wake area, perfect for the canoe enthusiasts. Canoe, row boat and paddle boat rentals are available at the lake for those who do not have a canoe or boat. Yellowstone Lake is regularly stocked with game fish and offers premium fishing opportunities for those who enjoy fishing. Fishing license and trout stamp is required. Please review the fishing regulations for the lake to enjoy the best fishing experience.

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The Pecatonica River offers over 90 miles of gentle canoeing on both the east and west branches - the longest unrestricted flow of water in the state of Wisconsin. The water moves at 2½ miles per hour, occasionally dropping over small ripraps. The river meanders in large loops back and forth across a beautiful broad valley and some claim that “Pee-ka-tol-a-ka” is the Winnebago word for “crooked river”. Scenic bluff s tower above some sections of the river. It may be necessary to maneuver around and over occasional fallen trees which provide shelter for raccoon, muskrat, beaver, deer and a wide variety of birds that make their home along the river. It is not uncommon to see beaver cuttings along the bank; great blue herons gracefully rising from the water or a mother wood duck

hurrying her ducklings along. The Pecatonica yields its share of excellent game fish every year. The muddy banks are quite deceptive, as most of the river bottom is gravel. Catfish, walleye and occasional northern are the main game fish taken from the river. Many of the best fishing spots are accessible only by canoe. The Pecatonica River, whose name means “place of many canoes” starts in Iowa County and flows through Lafayette County into Illinois. The canoer will enjoy beautiful scenic farm pastures, marshes and woods filled with many species of wildlife. The river will be a pleasant 2 day trip going through Lafayette County. Fever River is 29.4 miles long 28 feet average width 1.2 feet average depth base flow is 22 cfs (cubic feet per second). This is an enjoyable one day canoe ride. The Fever River is considered to be the best small stream for smallmouth bass fishing in the area. There is also 14 miles of public fishing easement along the river for more fishing enjoyment. Lake Joy, located outside of Belmont, WI, is a family owned and managed campground that has been a favorite summer getaway for more than 40 years. They provide a clean, relaxing, friendly environment for families and friends to enjoy time together. The 60 acre private, spring fed lake is no-wake and provides swimming, boating and some of the best fishing in this part of the state. 

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Experience Nature Barn Quilts

Grab your camera. Bring your binoculars. Take a leisurely drive throughout Lafayette County and enjoy spectacular views, with small towns nestled in valleys and winding tree-lined country roads that will weave you along rivers and beside wooded hillsides and farmsteads. You’re likely to see cows dotting the fields, a sure sign that you’re in Wisconsin. Check out 65+ barn quilts featured on barns along the country roads – you can get a map showing locations at www.LafayetteCountyWI.org/ Explore or stop by the courthouse for a copy.

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Lafayette County is a great place to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of our feathered friends. Many people know that camping, hiking and hunting are big business. Many may not know that birds, bird watching and items related to birds are also big business. In fact, according to the “Market Analysis of BirdBased Tourism,” $41 billion dollars is spent annually on birding in the U.S. Darlington has been previously designated as a “Bird City” in Wisconsin. Make a stop at The Bluebird Nest Nature Center in Darlington. The Center features interactive interpretive displays relaxing to the Eastern Bluebird and other cavity-nesting birds, along with information about threatened and endangered species and the general fauna and flora in the driftless area. New to the area are the bird statues depicting native birds of Wisconsin. These statues, created by David Oswald of Sparta, WI, can be found in communities across Lafayette County and were made possible by donations from individuals and businesses; you can find eagles, blue herons, bluebirds, cardinals and more! If you would like to make

a donation for a bird statue, you can stop by The Bluebird Nest Nature Center which is open Wednesday through Saturday from 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Camping There are many campgrounds throughout Lafayette County, some like Yellowstone Lake State Park, Blackhawk Memorial County Park and Lake Joy Campground, feature gorgeous lakes or rivers and wildlife habitats, others such as DAT Campground and Backyard Campground have camper and tent sites available for short or long term rental, Pecatonica River Trails Park and Wolf Creek Campground are both located right off the Cheese Country Trail and are perfect for ATVers throughout the warm summer months!

Rustic Roads Enjoy a scenic 7.5 mile drive along Rustic Road 66 in the southwest corner of the county, located just off County W in the town of Benton. Look for an abandoned lead mine, complete with tin shacks, rusted ore buckets and piles of tailings. This stretch of road offers you a gorgeous drive, especially in autumn with a display of spectacular fall colors. While in this part of Lafayette County, you really should make a detour to Gravity Hill and experience something that defies common sense. Just a couple miles outside Shullsburg on County Road U, the highway plunges down a steep hill, across a low area and curves back up a steeper hill. Stop your car about three-quarters of the way down the first hill, just short of the 25 mph sign (the spot is also marked on the road) and shift your vehicle into neutral. You will start rolling backward up the hill, gradually picking up speed. You have to be there to believe it.

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While driving through the county, stop for a bit and enjoy a leisurely hike or a picnic at one of our parks. Belmont State Park is located on County Hwy. G just northwest of Belmont. Belle Mont, French for “beautiful mountain”, is clearly an appropriate name. The park includes picnic areas, hiking trails and playgrounds. In territorial days, the mound served as a landmark to guide travelers. One of the reasons Governor Dodge placed the First Capitol at Belmont was because it was easy to find in the uncharted Wisconsin Territorial wilderness. Yellowstone Lake State Park, located between Blanchardville and Argyle, is open year round. The park is host to many different species of wildlife, including whitetail deer, wild turkey, groundhog, fox, grey squirrel and cottontail rabbit. There have been over 170 species of birds observed in and around the park. Bald eagles, osprey, common loon and the doublecrested cormorant visit the lake in the spring and fall during migration. Waterfowl of all kinds, including wood ducks, mallards and Canadian geese use the lake as a rest stop during their migration. Sandhill cranes have been observed in the park with their young. The great blue heron is a common resident seen wading in the shallows hunting for fish or frogs. And bats! Yellowstone Lake is the summer home to more than 4,000 little brown bats. Nature programs run throughout the summer months. Evening programs have many different topics, from bat houses, stars in the night sky, to prairie ecosystems and more.

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Near the State Park, you will also find the Yellowstone Wildlife Area, a 4,000-acre

The Yellowstone Wildlife Area also includes a shooting range, located in northeastern Lafayette County, it is owned by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and is managed in cooperation with the Fayette Sportsman’s Club. The shooting range is open daily each week throughout the year, except for Tuesdays when the range is closed for use by state and local Law Enforcement agencies. There are no fees required for use of the range. Please abide by all the rules for use of the shooting range. Safe shooting practices, courtesy to others, and litter pick-up and disposal are everyone’s responsibility. Acts of vandalism, unsafe shooting, and violation of any of the other rules listed below will not be tolerated and may result in restricted hours of operation in the future. Please cooperate to keep this range safe, open and free to the public. When you’re in the Yellowstone Park neighborhood, drive into Argyle and visit the Erickson Wildlife Area. You can enjoy a variety of settings, including open water, wetlands, Pecatonica River frontage, big oak trees, woodland, rock outcrops and grassland. Wildlife is abundant! Cranes, songbirds, turtles, frogs, fox, butterflies and fish call this special place home. And there are plenty of wonderful wildflowers, grasses and trees! The area is open to the public throughout the year for non-motorized uses like hiking, birding and wildlife viewing, fishing, hunting, trapping and skiing. Six miles south of Argyle off County Rd Y is Blackhawk Memorial Park. Situated alongside the Pecatonica River, you will find a picturesque 120- acre park where you can camp, hike, canoe and fish. Take plenty of time to enjoy the beauty on your travels through Lafayette County… it is picture postcard material. 

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Taste the County:

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With farmers, also comes farmers markets and roadside stands; a truly unique way to try a variety of homemade and homegrown goods right where they are made. Our villages and cities offer farmers markets throughout the summer that feature local producers. Honey, tomatoes, flowers, squash, pies, pumpkins, sweet corn, potatoes, eggs, soap, jams and jellies can all be found at our local market stands.

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With dairy farmers settling in Lafayette County, the cheese factories followed next and within our county borders you can find some of the best cheese in the country! World Champion Cheeses that are featured all over the world, are made right here in Lafayette County. We have a plethora of cheese varieties for you to try including French, Finnish, goat, Mexican and of course Swiss inspired cheeses. Our specialty cheese producers go above and beyond to create a product that you will awaken your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.

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Lafayette County is farm country – the most agriculturally dependent county in the state. From large scale dairy farms to small family homesteads, agriculture is the lifeblood of the county.

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Taste the County:

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Keep your eyes peeled as you travel our winding roads for our many roadside stands that pop-up throughout the region; it’s hard to find produce as fresh and flavorful as the varieties you will find there.

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Our local pubs and restaurants have all found ways to incorporate Lafayette County ingredients into their menus. From cheeseburgers featuring our many cheeses and local meats to deep fried cheese curds that are hand battered and deep fried with a secret recipe that you won’t find anywhere else and even specialty pizzas, wraps and soups; you won’t go wrong no matter where you stop for a bite to eat in our little county.

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Taste the County: see with their signature black, horse-drawn buggy traversing across the county. This community is known for their home grown produce, gorgeous flowers, fresh baked goods and carpentry skills. Throughout the county you may notice several signs at the end of driveways indicating “fresh eggs”, “greenhouse now open” and “fresh baked goods daily”. Since the Amish community do not use electricity or phones, this is their way of advertising and inviting the public to their homesteads to purchase their products. Because of the growing interest in the Amish community, we have reached out to them so we could help educate the public on their way of life and let everyone know that they love visitors! Amish Common Courtesies: No Sunday sales, this is the Amish community’s day of worship and all shops are closed. Check or Cash only. Please make sure to bring proper payment as they do not accept credit cards. No pictures please. The Amish do not allow their pictures to be taken, leave the camera in the car. 

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Fun in Lafayette County

Lafayette County knows how to unwind. We have some very unique events that take place each and every year in our communities. Take a look at the calendar below to schedule your visit during one of our annual events!

February

Weekend in Splinter Park, Cuba City at 7 pm

10 Annual Yellowstone Lake Fish-a-ree at Yellowstone Lake State Park, Argyle, WI

15 La Follette Days A celebration of Argyle native, Robert “Fighting Bob” LaFollette, call 608.439.5783

MAY 4-5 YFC Bloody Lake Rendezvous at Blackhawk County Park, Woodford WI 11 Cinco de Mayo and Fiesta Latina at Darlington Festival Grounds. Wisconsin’s Best Latin Festival with Mariachi bands, cultural dances, all day entertainment and authentic food. Call 608.776.3067 or visit cincodemayowi.org

June 1 Crusin’ Shullsburg Car Show featuring over 150 vehicles on Water Street, Shullsburg 6-9 Annual Canoe Fest at the Festival Grounds in Darlington with canoe races, duck races, carnival, food vendors, baseball tournament, craft fair, car cruise, music concerts, talent show, fireworks, grilling competition, road run and a huge parade on Sunday at 1:30pm. Visit darlingtoncanoefest.com 14-15 21st Annual Power Pull

16 Father’s Day Chicken BBQ at McKellar Park, Blanchardville, WI from 11am2pm 29 80th Annual Fish Fry Celebration in Argyle, WI with duck races and street dance, call 608.543.3525

July 3-4 An Old Fashioned July Fourth Celebration in Shullsburg, WI. Home Town Throw Down, call 608-9653128 4 Fourth of July Parade on Water Street, Shullsburg, WI at 10:30am. The area’s largest parade! 10-14 Lafayette County Fair at Lafayette County Fairgrounds, Darlington with youth exhibits, grandstand events, music, racing, carnival rides, tractor pulls, food vendors, craft vendors, animal shows, animal auction and more! An all day fun family tradition! Visit lafayettecountyfair.org

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14 Cruis’n Wisconsin Car Show McKellar Lower Park, Blanchardville

August 17-18 Pec Jamm Music Festival at McKellar Lower Park, Blanchardville, WI 21 Cruis’n Night Downtown Blanchardville in Ryan Park 31 Annual Cruise Night Car Show at Good Fellas Tavern, Argyle, WI from 5-8pm, call 608.543.3606

September 1 Benton’s Annual Labor Day Events on Main Street with parade at 10:30am, pasty dinner, bingo, crafts, kids games, duck races, food stands, music all afternoon with street dance to follow 6-8 Pecatonica Valley Antique Days at Lafayette County Fairgrounds, Darlington with two days of flea markets, antique tractors and machinery displays 7-8 Thunder Bridge Fly Wheelers Antique Tractor and Old Engines Power Show at Argyle Legion Park with tractor pull, music and more, call 608.426.0250

9-15 105th Annual Belmont School and Community Fair at Belmont Schools and grounds with parade, free admission to carnival, kids games, musical entertainment, exhibits, livestock shows/auction, car show, tractor and garden tractor pulls, horse show. Call 608.762.5600 during fair week or visit belmont. k12.wi.us/community/ belmontfair.cfm

October 5 Cheesefest in Shullsburg with free entertainment, fun for kids, hayrides, arts and crafts, food and refreshments. Call 608-4821859 or email jeffrussell74@ gmail.com 20 Fall Festival at St Philomena Catholic Church, Belmont, WI from 11am1:30pm. Serving ham and turkey and dressing dinner with carry-outs available and featuring raffle and crafts. Call 608.762.5446 or visit belmontwi.com 23 Witches and Wine on Main Street, Darlington from 5-8:30pm with over 16 businesses having wine samples, holiday shopping savings and specials! Shop, drink, laugh and enjoy! Call 608.776.3067 31 Halloween Costume Contest in Belmont Elementary School Gym at 7pm with prizes awarded. Call 608-732-5254, email belmontlions53510@gamail. com or visit belmontwi.com

NOVEMBER 10 Fall Dinner at Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Belmont from 10:45am-1pm serving Swiss steak dinner with carry-outs available and featuring a raffle and bake sale. Call 608.762.5146 or visit belmontwi.com 23 Small Business Saturday Support your Lafayette County businesses on Shop Small Business Saturday and enjoy longer hours, various specials and discounts! 29-30 A Bit of Yesteryear Christmas and Tour of Homes on Water Street, Shullsburg. All day events with lighted Christmas parade. Call 608-482-1859 or email jeffrussell74@gmail.com

December 7 Christmas Parade and Festival on Main Street, Darlington, WI. Evening lighted Christmas parade with a visit from Santa in his Candy striped tent on the banks of the river. Christmas carols, hot chocolate, bonfires, and lighting of the famous floating Christmas trees. Fun for the whole family! Call 608.776.3067 7 Annual FFA Christmas Craft and Toy Train Show at Argyle Public School with arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, model trains and toy tractors, call 608.543.3314

Lafayette County Speedway Lafayette County Speedway, located in Darlington, Wis. has a 70-year auto-racing legacy. The slightly banked three-eighths mile clay track has been in existence since the 1950’s. Facilities can comfortably seat 3,000 fans. Racing begins each April and continues into August, with a full weekly schedule, including several large specials throughout the season. More than 600 people attend the dirt track races each week to watch five to seven classes race. Hot laps begin at 6:45pm and racing starts shortly after 7:00pm. Two family nights occur, one in May and one in August. Each of those events feature more than 100 giveaways for the children. The speedway also offers a $25 family pass during each weekly race program. Learn more about the 60-plus drivers, the summer schedule and more by visiting lafayettecountyspeedwaywi. com.

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www.argylewi.org Argyle Rod & Gun Club Events January - November, Last Sunday of Each Month from 9am-4pm May - September, Wednesdays Nights Open Shoots Memorial Day, 50 Bird Sporting Clay Shoot from 10am-3pm July 13 Pheasants Forever Shoot Labor Day Trap, Skeet and Sporting Clay Shoot Call 608.543.3986 for more information

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Argyle Community Fun! APRIL 7 FFA Consignment Auction at Public School, 608.543.3318; Pancake Breakfast at Argyle/Adams Fire Department, 608.543.3525 Saturdays June 1 & 15, July 6 & 20, August 3 & 17, September 7 & 21, October 5 & 19 Argyle Outdoor Market from 9am-1pm on State Street across from GoodFellas with many vendors, 608.543.3113 JUNE 7-8 Community Garage Sales, 608.543.3525 JUNE 15 Father’s Day Pie/Cake Sale at FNB Community Room from 9-11:30am, 608.558.8464 JUNE 29 Lions Club Fun Run, 608.574.6598; Booster Club 17th Annual Golf Classic at Yellowstone Golf Course with prizes, awards & raffles, 608.214.3564 AUGUST 3 Mud Volleyball Tournament at Legion Park with food & refreshments, 608.558.4760 SEPTEMBER 28 Homecoming Celebration with parade at noon and game at 2pm, 608.543.3314 NOVEMBER 2 Chunky Monkey Walk/Run, 608.214.0848 NOVEMBER 2-16 Silent Auction Gift Baskets at FNB Community Room, 608.558.8464 NOVEMBER 3 Norwegian Supper at Yellowstone Lutheran Church from noon– 4pm with rommegrot, klub, lefse and more, 608.543.3088 NOVEMBER 16 Bake Sale at FNB Community Room from 9-11:30am, 608.558.8464 DECEMBER 6 Welcome the Holidays at American Legion Park from 6-8pm with Annual Lighting of the Holiday Tree, 608.543.3113 DECEMBER 7 Cookie Walk at EMS Building, 7-11am; Lions Club’s Christmas Tree & Wreath Sale, 608.574.6598; Christmas Lighting Contest, 608.543.3113

Benton

Join the Fun at Our Labor Day Street Dance and Celebration! — Since 1897 —

The community of Benton, with its gently rolling hills, lazy streams and fertile soil is steeped in the traditions and culture of the early Wisconsin lead mining industry. Situated in the southwest corner of the county and bordered on all sides by open land and farm fields, it is just a stone’s throw from the bordering states of Iowa and Illinois. The Fever River meanders past the eastern boundaries of the village and flows to Galena, Illinois, where it empties into the Mississippi River. In addition to small businesses located in Benton, the village has developed an industrial park that is ready, along with almost 1,000 residents, to welcome business and industry to the community. Benton is the place to be on Labor Day Weekend. The town overflows with people for a Labor Day tradition — 123 years in 2019! Activities include a chicken barbecue, dance, parade, midway rides, music, games, craft fair, duck races, pasty dinner and raffle. Find more information about Benton at bentonwi.us.

Benton Community Fun! Steak Feed at VFW Hall Second Saturday of Each Month JANUARY - NOVEMBER from 4:30-7pm FEBRUARY 16 Soup & Sandwich Supper at St. Patrick’s Church Hall, 237 E. Main, Benton, WI from 4:30-7:00pm including a variety of soups, sandwiches, desserts and beverages. Adults $7, 5-12 $3.50 and under 5 Free APRIL 3 Spaghetti Supper at St. Patrick’s Church Hall, 237 E. Main St., Benton, WI from 4:30-7:00pm. Adults $7, 5-12 $3.50 and under 5 Free

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Argyle Nestled into the hills of the northeastern corner of the county, is the community of Argyle, the gateway to Yellowstone Lake State Park and the boyhood home of “Fighting Bob” La Follette. The Pecatonica River flows through the heart of Argyle, offering opportunities for fishing, canoeing and boating. You will find three maintained fishing areas, which include community boat landings, a sheltered picnic facility and a handicapped fishing area. Stop in for refreshments at the local pubs and restaurants, browse through several local downtown shops and get acquainted with some of its 850 friendly residents. Argyle is ideally suited for bicycling with spectacular views along winding, tree-lined roads. Nearby attractions include the Toy Train Museum, the Erickson Wetlands, Yellowstone Golf Course, the Rod & Gun Club and the Cheese Country Trail. For more information on these and other activities, check online at argylewi.org.

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Belmont

Free Wi-Fi & Hot Breakfast Meeting Room Exercise Facility In-Room Coffee Indoor Pool & Whirlpool

FIRST CAPITOL MINI-MART, LLC

MAY 30-31 Annual Community-Wide Garage Sales from 8am-?. For more information email, BelmontLions53510@gmail.com AUGUST 22 Ice Cream Social from 5-7pm. Serving BBQ, brats & ice cream featuring a talent show, 608.762.5472

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419 West Union, Belmont, WI Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. & open the first & third Sat. Dec.-Mar. 8:30-11:30 a.m.

(608) 762-5308• 1-800-231-9495

SPENSLEY FEED SALES, INC.

Feed • Ingredients • Premixes Custom Mixes • Liquid Feed Sales 425 N. Mound Ave., Belmont, WI Call Dave and Phil Spensley at (608) 762-5143

NOVEMBER 23-30 Christmas Tree Sales at Poller’s Parlor Yard from 10am-5pm, 608.762.5393

CUSHMAN’S GREENHOUSE

DECEMBER 7 Holiday Party with Santa Claus at High School Cafeteria at 9am with crafts, activities, cookies, milk, face painting, reindeer games, music and movies, 608.732.5254

“Helping Build A Better Community Since 1900!”

FIRST CAPITOL SALVAGE, INC.

OCTOBER 2 Soup & Sandwich Supper in Community Building from 4-8pm featuring soups, sandwiches, bars, and beverages with carry-outs available, 608.762.5114

DECEMBER 1-22 Christmas Tree Sales at Poller’s Parlor Yard from 10am-5pm, 608.762.5393

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MAY 26 Annual Dance at Fire Station from 9pm-1am, 608.762.5495

NOVEMBER 24 5th Annual Tree Lighting at Leahy Memorial Park from 5pm-? featuring caroling and fellowship with cookies and hot cocoa, 608.762.5142

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MAY 19 Pancake Breakfast at Fire Station from 7:30am-noon, 608.762.5715

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DECEMBER 8 Ecumenical Christmas Cantata in United Methodist Church at 7pm with punch and cookies following performance, 608.762.5472 Visit belmontwi.com for updated information.

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103 W. Mound View Avenue, Belmont, WI

MARCH 30 Fish Fry at the Sports Page from 5-8pm, 608.762.5305 APRIL 13 Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Elementary School from 9-11am with crafts, games, prizes, donuts and juices, 608.762.5580

Paid swim hours available to public between 10am-8pm daily.

“The Grower With Roots’’

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The Belmont School and Community Fair, Wisconsin’s oldest (and still free) is held the second weekend after Labor Day. It includes a livestock show, carnival, kid’s games, horse show, parade and dance. More Belmont information is always available at belmontwi.com.

Belmont Community Fun!

Salt Water Pool

Poinsettias, Perennials, Annuals, Hanging Baskets & Vegetables

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With two mounds nearby, it is easy to understand how Belmont came by its name Belle Monte, French for “beautiful hill.” The village of Belmont today is a few miles from its original location when it was the first capitol of the Wisconsin Territory. Be sure to take a trip out to this Wisconsin State Historic Site for a flashback to what frontier Wisconsin looked like. Belmont is home to two French specialty cheese factories that produce brie, camembert and feta that is distributed worldwide. It also boasts one of the area’s largest greenhouse operations. With direct access to the four lane highway, Belmont is one of the fastest growing communities in southwest Wisconsin.

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Remember, Blanchardville is not only a popular tourist destination for those utilizing the nearby Yellowstone Lake State Park, but Blanchardville’s many businesses serve as an obvious stopping-off point to ‘stock up’ on supplies before heading to the park - and as a day and evening dining and entertainment destination while camping! *See event postings at: blanchardville.com

Community event organizers in the village are known far and wide for hosting a bevy of summertime entertainment, dining and spectator-friendly opportunities for visitors of all ages, as well as offering a fresh vegetables/fresh produce, diverse selection ‘farmers market’ on rotating Saturday mornings! Opportunities range, for example, from tiny tots ‘wading’ and utilizing the shallow side of the famed McKellar Park sloped swimming pool, to senior citizens enjoying an old fashioned waltz or polka at the many ‘Music In Ryan Hotel Park’ summer music series events taking place on an ‘Every-Other-Wednesday’ night rotation on bustling Main Street! Blanchardville has, historically, been referred to as ‘The Gem of The Pecatonica’ by many across

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2019 EVENTS

Blanchardville Community Fun! MARCH 3 Blanchardville Fire Department Pancake Breakfast at American Legion Building at 7am JUNE 15 Blanchardville Firemen’s Dance from 6-10pm at Fire Station, Mason Street SEPTEMBER 21 Pecatonica Homecoming & Alumni Parade in Blanchardville. NOBODY does Homecoming like Blanchardville! DECEMBER 6 Holiday On Main Downtown in Ryan Park Farmer’s Market JUNE 8 & 22, JULY 13 & 27, AUGUST 10 & 24, SEPTEMBER 14 & 28 OCTOBER 12 & 26 from 9am-1pm Ryan Park, Blanchardville, WI Music In the Park JUNE 1 - AUGUST 31 Every Other Wednesday from 6:30-8pm Ryan Park, Blanchardville, WI

Antiques ~ Military Items Vintage ~ Crafts ~ Collectibles Steve & Shannon Allbaugh 408 S. Main Street, Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-AGED (2433) Check our Facebook page for Hours

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Visitors may ‘cast a line’ and perhaps ‘land a lunker’ while fishing in the sparkling waters of the Pecatonica River, the waterway that splits the village in half and which offers sporting and recreational opportunities! Sportsmen love the ample locations from which to fish from shoreline vistas up and down the ‘Pecatonica’ and within the village-proper and tourists can also enjoy ‘putting-in’ or taking-out’ their kayaks, canoes and inner tubes!

www.blanchardville.com

Blanchardville Co-op Oil Association Farm and Home Delivery: Diesel, Gasoline, Lubricants and Heating Oils Shop: Tires, Etc. and Oil Changes Convenience Stores: Deli, Groceries and Beer 314 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI Office: (608) 523-4293 or Shop: (608) 523-4295

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Wisconsin as the community that’s uniquely known and situated as ‘In The Heart of Four Counties!’ After all, Blanchardville is located in both Lafayette and Iowa counties and the nearby Green and Dane county lines are only steps away, making Blanchardville one of southern Wisconsin’s most diversified geographical destinations!

Home goods • Gifts • Events • Custom Signs • Memorials 201 S. Main St. Blanchardville, WI 53516 (608) 523-4545 paintandrustwi@gmail.com

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Blanchardville is home to plenty of live music, an incredibly user-friendly park, a huge public swimming pool and a modern and an aesthetically pleasing campground area situated in an oak tree-canopied park.

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Blanchardville

Emberson’s Market is a full-service grocery store.

Seasonal Produce Fresh Deli • Tasty Dairy

200 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI • (608) 523-1441

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Cuba City The City of Presidents

Cuba City Community Fun!

While driving down Cuba City’s award-winning Main Street, stop at the Presidential Caboose downtown and inspect the Presidential Shields which adorn the retro-style light poles in honor of all 45 U.S. Presidents.

Community Market Third Wednesday of the Month MAY - SEPTEMBER from 3:30-6:30pm. at Veteran’s Memorial Park Each market features a wide range of produce, crafts, food, services and family orientated events

Main Street is “Antique Avenue” Cuba City won the 2017 Wisconsin Main Street Award for its recent downtown revitalization. Antique Avenue in Cuba City, WI is home to over 35,000 square feet of unique antiques and collectibles ranging from architectural salvage to jewelry and primitives.

www.cubacity.org “Deal Where The Dealins’ Done!” 166 Mine Road, Platteville, WI (608) 348-6565 www.scottimplement.com

Acclaimed Farm to Table Retailers “Made Fresh, Made Local” Weber’s Processing Plant and Retail Store opened in 1905 as a small butcher shop. From handcrafted ham and bacon to aged hand cut steaks, Weber’s has garnered over 500 State and National Awards for its meat products. Small batches of fresh sausages and brats made daily.

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Gile Cheese is a nationally recognized cheese maker that has been producing handcrafted cheeses since 1946. Their Colby and Baby Swiss have won several Wisconsin State Championships and all of their products are sourced from a single dairy farm. Grant County’s Best Breakfast Nick’s Café recently celebrated its 15th anniversary and was also recognized as the Best of the Best in Grant County under the Breakfast category.

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FARMER’S MARKET Every Saturday Morning MAY - OCTOBER at Darlington Festival Grounds from 8am-noon with many local vendors, 608.776.3067 JULY 7 - 28 TUNES AT TWILIGHT Sunday Nights at Veteran’s Memorial Park from 6:30-8pm Relax under the shade trees and enjoy this evening concert series. Bring a lawn chair. Concessions available, 608.776.3067

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Quality Fabrics & Fleece Tuxedo Rentals Races,• Darlington Quilting Classes • Barn Quilt Maps Available APRIL-AUGUST

Darlington, WI

608-776-2116

123 W. Ann St., Darlington, WI 53530 | (608) 482-5339

Built in the 1880’s, The Driver Hotel offers 5 quaint upstairs rooms in historic downtown Darlington, WI. Private bathrooms, charm, and memories await you. All hotel proceeds benefit the non-profit Driver Opera House.

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Your Hometown Independent Bank

First National Bank Darlington & Gratiot

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Reiki Healing Angel Card & Akashic Record Readings 123-A W. Ann Street • Darlington Wisconsin 608.482.4260 • nlarson@mhtc.net Like us on Facebook! Keywork Be Still & Know

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SEPTEMBER 25 Lion’s Club Walk for Sight Challenge at Johnson Public Library

Located in the center of Lafayette County, Darlington is the County Seat. Its historic downtown, filled with shops and services, radiates small town charm and community pride.

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Darlington Community Fun! APRIL 26 - 27 City Wide Garage Sales from 8 am-4pm with maps available

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Darlington is an active community that knows how to have fun all year around. The Pop Factory Players provide theatrical performances that continue to draw crowds year after year. A taste of Old Mexico heats up for Cinco de Mayo on the first Saturday of May. The vibrant local Hispanic community leads the way with Mariachi bands, dancers in authentic costumes, piñatas and games for the kids. For four days, over the second full weekend of June, the community goes a little crazy with the Canoe Festival, a summer party that packs in over 35 events, from stock car races, softball and volleyball tournaments, to kids’ shows, parade, fireworks and a memorable canoe race down the Pecatonica River, plus lots more. Music fills Darlington each Sunday evening in July during Tunes at Twilight. Relax under the shade trees of Veteran’s Park on Main Street and enjoy this summer concert series. The Annual Fall Festival and the Pecatonica Valley Antique Days are annual September events. On the first Saturday in December, Darlington hosts a lighted Christmas Parade on Main Street that ends with a visit from Santa on the banks of the River. Christmas carols, hot chocolate, bonfires and the lighting of the famous floating Christmas Trees make a picture perfect start to the holiday season. But don’t wait for a special event to visit…Darlington welcomes you anytime to come and enjoy a day, a week or a lifetime.

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Map Your Visit

Gratiot & South Wayne Gratiot Slow down and enjoy some time in the small village of Gratiot. With hassle free access to the Cheese Country Trail, along with camping and fishing, this is a great place to get outdoors and enjoy the beauty of southwest Wisconsin. Wolf Creek Campground located on the Cheese Country Trail in Gratiot offers electricity, water and a new bath house. Gratiot firefighters host Fish Boils the last Saturday in April and the first Saturday in November. Their Annual Chicken Barbecue is always on the Monday of Labor Day Weekend, along with a great parade, music and ball games. More information about Gratiot is available at gratiot.us.

South Wayne Originally called Collins, named after the local railroad superintendent, the railroad played prominently in the creation of South Wayne. The rail lines have now been replaced by the Cheese Country Trail, a multi- use recreational trail that brings thousands to enjoy the beautiful country of southwest Wisconsin. Every summer, the community cuts loose with the Red Cracker Music Festival. The event continues to grow in size and distinction, attracting more and more people to the village during the final weekend in July. Visit Veteran’s Memorial Park in South Wayne. More information about South Wayne is available at gratiot.us. www.villageofsouthwayne.com.

Gratiot Community Fun!

APRIL 27 Fire Department Fish Boil Gratiot at 5835 Sheldon Street from 5-8 p.m. with fish boil and raffles

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NOVEMBER 2 Fire Department Fish Boil Gratiot at 5835 Sheldon Street from 5-8 p.m. with fish boil and raffles

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10 1. Wisconsin’s First Capitol Historic Site, County Hwy. G, 3 miles northwest of Belmont. 2. Lafayette County Historical Society Museum, 525 Main Street, Darlington. 3. Badger Mine and Museum, 279 W. Estey Street, Shullsburg. 4. Lafayette County Courthouse, 626 Main Street, Darlington. 5. Swindler’s Ridge Museum, W. Main Street, Benton. 6. Shullsburg Historic Water Street District, downtown Shullsburg. 7. Saxton House, State Street, Argyle. 8. Partridge Hall/Star Theatre, 200 S. State Street, Argyle. 9. Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Monument, 500 block of Main Street, Darlington. 10. Point of Beginnings, Hwy. 80, south of Hazel Green. 11. Hazel Green, Hwy. 80. 12. Benton, Hwy. 11. 13. Shullsburg, Hwy. 11. 14. Darlington, Hwy. 23.

15. Prairie Spring Hotel, Hwy. 23, about 8 miles north of Darlington. 16. Fort Defiance Historical Marker, Hwy. 23 north, about 8 miles north of Darlington. 17. Belmont Mound State Park, Cty. Hwy. G, northeast of Belmont. 18. Blackhawk Memorial Park (Aka Bloody Lake), County Hwy. Y, north of Woodford, six miles south of Argyle. 19. Yellowstone Lake State Park, 8495 Lake Road, west of Argyle and Blanchardville. 20. UW-Platteville Pioneer Farm, located in northwestern Lafayette County, 29200 College Farm Road, east of Platteville. 21. Gravity Hill, Two miles south of Shullsburg on County U 22. The Big “M,” County Hwy. B, rural Belmont. 23. Belmont and Platteville Mounds, County Hwy. B between Belmont and Platteville. 24. Father Samuel Mazzuchelli Gravesite, Rectory and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 237 Main Street, Benton.

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Shullburg Community Fun!

FEBRUARY 9 Annual EMS Fundraiser at the Wheel In, Shullburg, WI, 608-574-7425 FEBRUARY 4 Emily Franz Memorial Scholarship Fun Night in Shullsburg, WI, 608965-3609 JULY 11, 18 & 25 AUGUST 1 & 8 Music in the Park at Badger Park with talented regional bands that perform in a beautiful setting. Check it out on Facebook:Shullsburg Music in the Park or call 608-214-8836 OCTOBER 5 Fireman’s Breakfast in the Shullsburg Fire Station at 9am; Friends of the Library Book Sale at Townsend Center NOVEMBER 2 Fireman’s Dance at Wheel Inn in Shullsburg, WI, 608-4821799

Shullsburg is Wisconsin’s 3rd oldest city and home to the states mascot, The Badger. Founded in 1827 it was the center of the early lead mining trade. Its downtown is renowned for its charm and restored buildings which represent many different architectural styles. The limestone High School, 8-acre Badger Park and two churches are popular stops for history buffs. However, Gravity Hill south of town is its most popular tourist destination. Also, receiving attention is the peculiar street names in the Northeast section, all named after the virtues of life to live by; Peace, Truth, Happy, Friendship, etc. named by the venerable saint Father Samuel Mazzuchelli in 1844. Badger Mine and Museum located in Badger Park is the only hand dug primitive mine open to the public in existence. Today, it is a tight-knit community with shops, eateries, lodging and services lining its downtown and with many events occurring throughout the year. It is home to Shullsburg Creamery, one of the largest cheese distributors in the nation. Their Visitors Center located downtown can provide many details about this rich community.

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Approximately two miles out of town, Highway U plunges down a steep hill, across a low area and curves back up a steeper hill. Stop your car about three-quarters of the way down the first hill, just short of the 25 mph sign that announced the curve back up the other side. From here, U appears to drop considerably to the valley floor before rising again. Place the car in neutral and you will be rolling backward up the hill, slowly at first then faster and faster!

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EXPERIENCESHULLSBURG.COM

Badger Mine and Museum

211 W. Water St., Shullsburg, WI | 608.482.3369

38  Lafayette County, WI

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Visit Badger Mine and Museum in Badger Park located at the center of SW Wisconsin’s lead mining region and experience first hand the daily routine of an 1850’s lead miner. During a guided tour, view the tools he used to extract his lead treasure from the earth and learn about his life in this early mining town. A separate experience geared for younger minds is on Saturday and Sunday. Children can learn about lead mining history and early Wisconsin life through hands on experiences and educational games. For more information visit www.badgermineandmuseum.com.

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WHERE PEACE, GOODNESS AND FRIENDSHIP ARE MORE THAN OUR STREET NAMES —THEY’RE A WAY OF LIFE.

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Shullsburg

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Dining

Advertiser’s Directory

Annie’s Bar & Grill 300 Washington St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-3773 Lunch specials. Friday fish fry. Serving lunch & dinner. Close to the ATV trails. Open 7 days a week, 11 a.m.-close. Husie’s Bar & Grill 211 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-4085 Breakfast served Monday-Saturday, 6 a.m.-11 a.m. & Sunday, 7 a.m.-Noon. Lunch specials every Monday-Friday. Friday night fish, Saturday homemade pizzas & chargrill. Pool & music! Irma’s Kitchen P.O. Box 425, Milwaukee St., Argyle, WI (608) 543-3703 Home cooking, homemade pies & daily specials. Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30 a.m.3 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30 a.m.-2 p.m.; closed Sundays. Lawrence’s Pub & Eatery Main St., Benton, WI (608) 759-4000 Daily specials, homemade soups & best homemade pizza around. Friday night fish specials & Saturday night prime rib. McCarville’s My Turn Pub 101 W. Commerce St., Belmont, WI (608) 762-6191 Fun atmosphere & great food! Lunch & nightly specials.On the ATV trail. Ask us about catering your next event. Rachel & Rays Pub & Grill 308 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-4888 Monday-Thursday & Sunday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m.-2 a.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 a.m. Sandwiches, appetizers & pizza. Sherrell Jean’s Diner 108 E. Monroe St., South Wayne, WI (608) 439-5567 Homemade cooking. Access to Cheese Country Trail. Open Monday-Saturday; Friday night fish fry. Closed Sundays. Sports Page 117 Commerce St., Belmont, WI (608) 762-5100 Nightly specials with drink specials. Banquet hall available. Watch sports games here. Located on the ATV trail. The Burg 134 W. Water St., Shullsburg, WI (608) 965-3700 A classic tavern & casual dining. Open daily at 11 a.m.

The Corner Pub & Deli Corner of 78 & 81, Argyle, WI (608) 543-3711 Full menu with fresh deli. Enjoy our patio. The Viking Café 210 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-4327 Great home cookin’. Water Street Place 202 W. Water St., Shullsburg, WI (608) 965-3226 Thursday, Italian Night; Friday Fish Fry; Saturday, Steak Night. Breakfast served Saturday & Sunday mornings. Water Street Market & Cafe 133 W. Water St., Shullsburg, WI (608) 482-4075 Cafe, candy store & vintage store. Wheel In 344 Hwy. 11, Shullsburg, WI (608) 965-4455 Deli, homemade salads, pies & soup. Daily lunch & nightly specials. Entertainment on Friday & Saturday in Tiki Bar.

Health & Beauty Be Still & Know 123-A W. Ann St., Darlington, WI (608) 482-4260 Reiki Healing, Angel Card & Akashic Record Readings. Cuba City Family Dental 206 S. Jackson St., Cuba City, WI (608) 744-2111 Complete family dentistry - general & cosmetic. Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County 800 Clay St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-4466 Full service hospital for over 60 years. Nicole’s Salon & Wellness Center Argyle, WI (608) 543-3114 Full service salon, from hair to nails. Customer satisfaction is our specialty. Village Hair Design Hwy. 11, South Wayne, WI (608) 439-1410 Complete hair salon with cuts, perms & colors.

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Lodging

Driver Hotel 123 W. Ann St., Darlington, WI (608) 482-5339 Five quaint upstairs rooms in historic downtown with private bathrooms. Charm and memories await you. Hotel Blanchard 308 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-4888 hotelblanchard@gmail.com Rooms overlook Main Street, two queen sized beds, refrigerator, coffee maker & smart TV in each room. Both rooms share the bathroom located in the hallway. Sand Berg Retreat, LLC 227874 Jericho Rd., Platteville, WI (608) 762-5569 The perfect getaway with a two and a half story fully equipped home away from home. Lots of quiet, scenic surrounds and amenities. Email sandbergprarie@yousq.net. Quality Inn & Suites 103 W. Mound View Ave., Belmont, WI (608) 762-6900 Free Wi-Fi, exercise facility, in-room coffee, indoor pool & whirlpool & free hot breakfast. Wolf Creek Campground County K, Gratiot, WI Water/electric sites, tent sites, modern shower & restroom with facility on site. Located directly on the ATV trail!

Services Ace Concrete, LLC 2499 Robert Homb Memorial Dr., South Wayne, WI (608) 439-5349 Quality concrete, decorative sidewalks, patios & driveways. See us for all of your concrete needs. Benton State Bank Benton & Shullsburg, WI Full service bank with locations in Benton, Tennyson & Shullsburg. “We are outstanding in our community.” Blanchardville CO-OP 401 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-4293 We market petroleum products through delivery trucks with 3 stores in Argyle, Blanchardville & New Glarus.

Brunkow Construction Darlington, WI, (608) 776-3658 www.brunkowconstruction.com Call for an estimate. Building quality homes in the Tri-State Area for over 35 years. Dave’s Auto Body 102 W. Commerce St., Belmont, WI (608) 762-5140 Your personal & professional collision & restoration specialists. First Capitol Salvage R.R. 1, Box 72B, Belmont, WI (608) 762-5308 Processing all types of scrap! Now accepting E-waste. First National Bank of Darlington & Gratiot 245 Main St., Darlington, (608) 776-4071 5800 Philips St., Gratiot, (608) 922-6422 www.fnbdarlington.com Fritz’s Burner Service 180 W. Minerva St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-2123 Commercial, residential, new construction replacement. Heating, cooling, sales & service. Grant Equipment Hwy. 80 S. Cuba City, WI (608) 744-3517 Offering the most complete lines of agricultural equipment with expert product knowledge, flexible financing & quality parts. Nodolf Lumber, Inc. 102 E. Commerce St., Belmont, WI (608) 762-5161 15381 County Shop Rd., Darlington, WI (608) 776-4054 Lumber & building materials, mill work & treated lumber with delivery. Shopping News 11 Means Dr., Platteville, WI (608) 348-2374 or 1-800-236-2537 www.yourshoppingnews.com Delivered FREE every Tuesday or view online at www.yourshoppingnews.com. Spensley Feed Sales 425 N. Mound Ave., Belmont, WI (608) 762-5143 Feed ingredients, premixes, custom mixes & liquid feed sales. Weber’s Processing 725 N. Jackson St., Cuba City, WI (608) 744-2159 Full service retail butcher shop. Grilling & picnic supplies & cheese. Fresh meat cut to order.

Shopping Brunkow Cheese Hwy. F, Darlington, WI (608) 776-3716 www.brunkowcheese.com

Cushman’s Greenhouse 25655 Schultz Ln., Belmont, WI (608) 762-5795 30+ years experience. The largest greenhouse in the tri-state area. Best selection for every season. Emberson’s Market 200 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-1441 A full-service grocery store with seasonal produce & a fresh deli. First Capitol Mini-Mart 423 N. Mound Ave., Belmont, WI (608) 762-5187 Friendly hometown service, gas, ATM, convenience store, just off the trail. Gile Cheese 116 N. Main St., Cuba City, WI (608) 744-3456 www.gilecheese.com J.A.C.E. Boutique & Gifts 211 W. Water St., Shullsburg, WI (608) 482-3369 Womens clothing, accessories & gifts. Junk & Disorderly Antiques & Other Treasurers 408 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-AGED (2433) Antiques, military items, vintage, crafts & collectibles. Closed Mondays. Main Furniture & Home 229 Main St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-2125 mainfurnitureandhome@gmail.com For all your furniture & home decorating needs. Marilyn’s 238 Main St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-3070 Fashionable clothing, exquisite jewelry, one-of-a-kind accessories & special cards. Mathy’s Ace Hardware 226 Main St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-3729 Sporting & hardware goods. Craftsman tools, camping supplies, rain gear & boots. Over 200 guns in stock! Mound View RV 769 W. Liberty St., Belmont, WI (608) 762-6957 or 1-866-825-4858 www.moundviewrv.com Sales, service, parts & accessories. Paint & Rust Merchantile 201 S. Main St., Blanchardville, WI (608) 523-4545 Paintandrustwi.gmail.com Home goods, gifts, events, custom signs & memorials. Pilgrims Pantry 3972 Old Hwy. 11, South Wayne, WI (608) 439-1064 Bulk food store & bakery with pies, breads, cookies & snacks. Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. & closed Sundays.

Pins & Pieces Quilt Shop 208 Main St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-2116 Quality fabrics, tuxedo rentals & quilting classes. Roelli Cheese Haus 15982 Hwy. 11, Shullsburg, WI (608) 965-3779 or 1-800-575-4372 www.roellicheese.com Scott Implement 166 Mine Rd Platteville, WI 608-348-6565 AGCO/Massey Ferguson & New Holland Farm Equipment dealer serving the Tri-State area of Northwest Illinois, Northeast Iowa & Southwest Wisconsin. Shullsburg Cheese Store 210 N. Water St., Shullsburg, WI (608) 965-3855 www.shullsburgcreamery.com South Wayne Mart 210 W. St. Hwy. 11, South Wayne, WI (608) 439-5900 Convenience store on the ATV trail with maps & plenty of supplies. 24 hour express pumps.

Things To Do City of Shullsburg (608) 965-4424, ext. 221 www.shullsburgwisconsin.org Cole Acres Golf & Supper Club 7617 Cty. Rd. J, Cuba CIty WI (608) 744-2476 Golf course is open to the public. Cuba City Chamber (608) 744-3456 www.cubacity.org Darlington Chamber of Commerce 447 Main St, Darlington, WI (608) 776-3067 www.darlingtonwi.org The Happy Palette 125 W. Ann St., Darlington, WI (608) 726-0286 Inspired artsy experiences! Art gallery & art classes offered. Pecatonica River Trails Park 400 Washington St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-4970 www.darlingtonwi.org 32 free campsites along the Pecatonica River on the Cheese Country Trail. First come, first served. Lafayette County Historical Society Museum & Archives 525 Main St., Darlington, WI (608) 776-8340 lafayettehistorical@centurylink.net Tri-County ATVer’s Like us in Facebook www.tricountyatv.org

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OF A CHAMPION

To care, to serve, to help and be present. This is the heart of a champion of health and the commitment of everyone from doctors, nurses and specialists to cooks, housekeepers and administrators in your hospital. It is their dedication and expertise that heal us. And their kind words, smiles and ability to understand that soothe us. These are the people who choose to work and live here. To be a champion for you. To be a champion for this community. When you choose a health plan, ask for Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County adno=51927

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ANNUAL EVENTS IN DARLINGTON

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CITYWIDE GARAGE SALES LAST WEEKEND IN APRIL

TUNES AT TWILIGHT EVERY SUNDAY IN JULY

FRIENDSHIP FUND BENEFIT MID-SEPTEMBER

FARMERS MARKET EVERY SATURDAY MAY THRU OCTOBER

LAFAYETTE COUNTY FAIR SECOND WEEK IN JULY

FIESTA LATINA/CINCO DE MAYO SECOND WEEKEND IN MAY

LUKE FEST MID-AUGUST

DARLINGTON LIONS WALK FOR SIGHT CHALLENGE LAST WEDNESDAY IN SEPTEMBER

CANOE FEST SECOND WEEKEND IN JUNE

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