COmmunitycalendar Events for November 18 - December 12 Monday, November 18 Homeschool Hangout 1:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E. Monroe St., Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Join other area homeschoolers for a fun morning of play and learning as we explore spring through some seasonal activities. All ages welcome. Feel free to bring a snack to share. A Night of Words 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM • Slowpoke Lounge, 137 W Jefferson St., Spring Green • slowpokelounge.com • An open mic. Friends sharing words. Watch. Listen. Speak. Share. Maybe you have a favorite poem, or passage from a book you’d like to share. Or maybe you write your own and are ready to share it with the rest of us. Maybe you just want to tell a story. Or maybe you just want to listen. It’s all good. Let’s hang out and share words together. Poetry. Stories. Original work and old favorites. This and that. A Night of Words.
Tuesday, November 19 Intro to Zazen Meditation 8:00 AM • Wyoming Valley School, 6306 State Road 23, Spring Green • choseizen.org • wyomingvalleyschool.org • Please join for an introductory meditation class at Wyoming Valley School. Zazen is a style of seated meditation that emphasizes breath, posture, and gravity. No prior meditation experience is necessary. Please arrive 5-15 minutes early. We recommend wearing loose-fitting pants (eg, sweatpants). Meditation cushions and chairs will be provided. Movies, Munchies, and More: Good Will Hunting 1:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E. Monroe St., Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Movie Summary: Will Hunting (Matt Damon) has a genius-level IQ but chooses to work as a janitor at MIT. When he solves a difficult graduate-level math problem, his talents are discovered by Professor Gerald Lambeau (Stellan Skarsgard), who decides to help the misguided youth reach his potential. When Will is arrested for attacking a police officer, Professor Lambeau makes a deal to get leniency for him if he will get treatment from therapist Sean Maguire (Robin Williams) (R, 2hr 6min, 1998). Moving Senior Bodies 4:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E. Monroe St., Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.com • Join Upland Hills Health professionals for weekly classes focusing on balance and strength training to promote healthy aging. For the classes, please bring your own weights, wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. You will also need to bring water.
Thursday, November 21 cont. Stitch and Bitch 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM • Spring Green General Store, 137 S. Albany St. Spring Green • springgreengeneralstore.com • FREE • The Spring Green General Store’s Stitch and Bitch handwork group meets Thursday afternoons weekly. All are welcome. Tech Help 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM • Community Room, Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • kraemerlibrary.org/tech-help-0 • FREE • Struggling with technology? Whether it’s a computer, Kindle, phone, or other device, the Kraemer Library offers free tech assistance every third Thursday. A knowledgeable librarian will provide guidance on setup, troubleshooting, and using specific applications in a friendly, welcoming environment. No appointment necessary. Porch Pot Class 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM • 420 E Forrest St, Lone Rock • For more information look up “Porch Pot Class” on Facebook • FREE • Get into the festive spirit by creating your own porch pot for the season. This hands-on class is perfect for all skill levels, and you'll leave with a beautiful decoration to enhance your home. Lone Rock Farmers Market 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM • Lone Rock Community Building, 214 N Broadway St., Lone Rock • For more information look up Lone Rock Farmers Market on Facebook • Lone Rock Farmers Market. Sandwiches will ber served by the farmers market committee while market is held indoors. Vendor fee is $10. Pre-registration is required, as at least 8 vendors are required to hold the indoor market. Silent Book Club 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM • Arcadia Books, 102 E Jefferson St, Spring Green • readinutopia.com/events • FREE • Bring your favorite book and join Arcadia Books for a relaxed evening of silent reading. Enjoy 30 minutes of socializing, followed by an hour of reading, and wrap up with more visiting or quiet time. After-hours browsing in the bookstore is also available. No registration required. Family Craft Night - String Turkeys 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM • Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • kraemerlibrary.org/family-craft-night • FREE • Bring the family and get creative with crafts for all ages. This fun, hands-on evening is perfect for sharing quality time while making something special. All materials are provided, and no registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Knit Night at Nina’s 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM • Nina’s Department Store, 143 E. Jefferson St. Spring Green • ninasdepartmentstore.com • FREE • Every Thursday from 6 to 8 pm. All knitters and crocheters are welcome. Store closed after 5:30 pm.
Friday, November 22 Afternoon Fall Family Storytime 4:30 PM • Plain Kraemer Library, 910 Main St., Plain • kraemerlibrary.org • Join us for Themed Stories, Songs & Crafts ! Running from Music Together 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E September 17- December 17 at 4:30PM. All are Welcome. Aimed at ages 0-5. Monroe Street, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org/music-together • FREE • Join Music Yarn Rocks! 5:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E. Monroe St., Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Come to the Library on the first and third Tuesday of the Together teacher Catherine Olson for an hour of interactive music and movement. This class is ideal for children from birth to age 8, offering a fun and engaging way for month to meet fellow knitters in the community; come for help; come to learn new skills or brush up on current skills; come to get out of the house for a few hours; come families to explore music together. for the health benefits. Karaoke at Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM • Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret, 137 W Jefferson St, Spring Green • slowpokelounge.com • FREE • Join Charles MAGIC HUNKS® at Keg & Kettle 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM • Keg & Kettle Bar, 104 South Boheme for a fun-filled karaoke night! Whether you take the mic or cheer on your Oak Street, Lone Rock • For more information look up Keg & Kettle on Facebook • MAGIC HUNKS® the Hottest Male Revue on tour will be taking stage at Keg & Kettle! Showtime friends, this is a great opportunity for the community to come together in song. Tips for the host are welcome. 8pm! Get ready for the MAGIC MIKE Experience! Tickets on Sale Now! Wednesday, November 20 Saturday, November 23
All Ages Storytime 10:30 AM • Spring Green Community Library, Community Room, 230 E. Monroe St., Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org • Share stories, songs and crafts with library friends. Our theme for October is "Spooky," but very mildly. Halloween Clyde Annual Rummage Sale 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM • Clyde Community Center, 6281 stories will be more sweet than scary. Is your little one fidgety or noisy? No worries! We WI-130, Avoca • For more information look up "CCC Annual Rummage Sale" on Facebook • have quiet toys so busy bodies can listen to stories and wiggle at the same time! Explore a variety of goods at the CCC Annual Rummage Sale. Find treasures and ADRC Drop-In 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM • Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main St, bargains, all while supporting community efforts. Plain • kraemerlibrary.org/adrc-drop • Elder Benefit Specialist Mindy Shrader will be Spring Green Farmers Winter/Holiday Market 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM • S230 E. available to provide free walk-in assistance with understanding complex paperwork, Monroe St., Spring Green • Explore a special winter/holiday edition of the Spring Green resolving billing issues, and navigating appeals processes. This monthly event, held Farmers Market inside the library and in the parking lot. Shop for seasonal produce, every third Wednesday, connects seniors with valuable resources and services to local meats, baked goods, and unique holiday items in a festive, community-focused support their needs. No appointment is necessary. atmosphere. Book Discussion: "The Only Good Indians" by Stephen Graham Jones 2:00 PM Holiday Barn Sale at The Wandering Rae Barn & Venue 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM • 3:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Monroe Street, Spring Green • E4233 Horseshoe Rd, Spring Green • For more information look up "Holiday Barn Sale at springgreenlibrary.org/book-discussion-10 • FREE • Join fellow book lovers for coffee, The Wandering Rae Barn & Venue" on Facebook • Join us for a festive holiday shopping snacks, and a discussion of The Only Good Indians by Stephen Graham Jones. Copies experience at The Wandering Rae Barn & Venue. Discover unique gifts, handmade are available for checkout at the library circulation desk. This monthly book discussion crafts, and seasonal items from local artisans. Perfect for your holiday shopping needs! takes place on the third Wednesday of each month. Pop-Up Shop with Arena Potter Andrew Linderman 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM • 137 S. Drop-in Makerspace 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM • Spring Green Community Library, 230 E Albany St, Spring Green • Stop by to explore a unique pop-up shop featuring the Monroe Street, Spring Green • springgreenlibrary.org/drop-makerspace • FREE • Be the pottery of local artist Andrew Linderman. This event is a wonderful opportunity to first to try creative projects using the library’s new Cricut Maker 3! Supplies will be discover handcrafted ceramics and support a local artisan. Don't miss the chance to provided to make vinyl stickers for notebooks or water bottles. This event is made find a one-of-a-kind piece for your collection! possible by a grant from River Valley ARTS. No registration required. LIVE MUSIC: STS & Vicki 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM • 139 N Lexington St, Spring Green • For Annual Deer Camp at the Rectory 6:30 PM • St. Luke Rectory, 1240 Nachreiner Ave, more information look up "STS & Vicki / Live" on Facebook • FREE • Enjoy an afternoon of Plain • pastorate6.org • FREE • Attention all hunters! You're invited to the Annual Deer live music with STS & Vicki, performing a mix of original songs and covers. Bring your Camp at St. Luke Rectory for an evening of good food and even better stories. Join friends and enjoy the lively tunes in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Donations fellow hunting enthusiasts for a memorable night of camaraderie and tales from the Meet the Authors: Betsy Draine and Michael Hinden 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM • Arcadia woods. Books, 102 East Jefferson St., Spring Green Spring Green • readinutopia.com/events •
Thursday, November 21 Storytime 10:30 AM • Lone Rock Community Library, 234 N Broadway St, Lone Rock • lonerocklibrary.wordpress.com • Join us every Thursday for storytime! Mid Morning Matinee 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM • Kraemer Library & Community Center, 910 Main St, Plain • kraemerlibrary.org/mid-morning-matinee-3 • All ages • FREE • Enjoy a catered lunch followed by a screening of a popular movie at this monthly event, held every third Thursday. Donations are welcome to support future events. Sign-up is encouraged but not required. Call 608-546-4201 or visit the library's front desk for more information or to reserve your spot.
FREE • Authors Betsy Draine and Michael Hinden present their mystery novel The Bones of Bascom Hall, blending fact and fiction in a thrilling tale set on the UW-Madison campus. Follow sleuths Nora Barnes and Toby Sandler as they unravel a case tied to Wisconsin’s history and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural legacy.
LIVE MUSIC: Harmonious Wail 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM • Slowpoke Lounge & Cabaret, 137 W Jefferson St, Spring Green • slowpokelounge.com/events • $15 advance, $20 at the door • Experience Americana-flavored Gypsy jazz with Harmonious Wail, blending virtuosic mandolin, Django Reinhardt-inspired panache, and Edith Piaf-inspired vocals. This Madison-based group delivers an unforgettable musical journey that’s both soulful and dynamic.