Ukranian Fest
August 22 | Madison
This one day event celebrates all things Ukraine. Find great cultural traditions, Ukranian cuisine and music, costumed pageantry, traditional dancing and much much more stuff.
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Did you know that Wisconsin's number one commodity crop is corn? The Badger State produced 545 million bushels worth over $1.8 billion in 2018. Soybeans are Wisconsin's 2nd biggest cash crop with farmers growing 105.8 million bushel sat worth over $912 million dollars in 2019.
August 21-23 | Sun Prairie
Billed as one of the best corn festivals in the entire Midwest, the Sweet Corn Festival in Sun Prairie is a long standing tradition for August fest goers seeking good local corn. Sun Prairie is dead center of a large corn growing park of Wisconsin. Find corn roasts, corn salsa, corn salad, corn ice cream, local food vendors, local music performers, amusement rides and oh so much more for the family and kids.
Ukranian Fest
August 22 | Madison
This one day event celebrates all things Ukraine. Find great cultural traditions, Ukranian cuisine and music, costumed pageantry, traditional dancing and much much more stuff.
Black On State
August 22 | Downtown Madison
Celebrate all things black. Black music, black dancing, black crafts and local black food vendors. Enjoy a great day supporting local with your family on State Street in downtown Madison.
Adaptive Gaming Expo Park Fest
August 22 | Middleton
Access to Independence is excited to announce the return of the Adaptive Gaming Expo, a free event celebrating diversity and disability inclusion in gaming! At this event, you’ll have the chance to try adaptive equipment, explore new technology, and see how gaming can be made accessible for everyone. It's a fun and family-friendly event open to anyone with an interest in video games, virtual reality, accessibility, disability inclusion, and community building.
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Summer in the Badger State offers many captivating indoor & outdoor destinations for active families, couples day tripping or great solo recreational opportunities.
Did You Know?
Did you know that Wisconsin's number one commodity crop is corn? The Badger State produced 545 million bushels worth over $1.8 billion in 2018. Soybeans are Wisconsin's 2nd biggest cash crop with farmers growing 105.8 million bushel sat worth over $912 million dollars in 2019.
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Visit The Hoard Museum This Weekend
The Hoard Historical Museum in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, is a regional resource for local history and cultural heritage, as well as a community gathering place. It exists as the result of a unique partnership between the City of Fort Atkinson and the Fort Atkinson Historical Societ
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Great Fish Fries In Southern Wisconsin
Why Wisconsin? Mix a little history with a bit of culture, religion, and natural resources and the answer is obvious. First, The Friday Fish Fry was born out the
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Starting in late July our region can find a great harvest to the long apple season. There are numerous apple orchards in Southern Wisconsin Lakes Edition is proud to bring to you.
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Looking for delicious pizza, a lively environment and an overall great place to hangout? Then head to Red Baron the destination of choice.

D&S Bait, Tackle and Fly Shop is your one stop shop for all of your fishing bait, gear, licenses and snacks! Close by are many restaurants, gas stations, motels--and the interstate is just minutes away! Our staff is made up of local and knowledgeable fishermen that grew up in this area, and fish the local area religiously. They are always happy to help you prepare for a great fishing experience, whether it be on the local lakes, rivers, streams or a family fishing vacation.
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Here is our next pet of the week is Dudley is a 3-year old Mixed hair Breed
Meet Dudley! This handsome man is a huge fan of treats, cuddles, and play time. Dudley is looking to find his fur-ever family, he is ready to give them all his love! Dudley would prefer to be the only cat in his new home. Come meet Dudley at the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin today!
Interested in adoption but might need help with paying bills? The
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