September 12th thru 14th, 2008 Wisconsin Dells
All of downtown Wisconsin Dells marks the end of the summer with this huge festival named for the Ho-Chunk phrase meaning "to have fun." A festive celebration of autumn, Wo-Zha-Wa Days is filled with free family activities, including an arts and crafts fair, antique flea market, food vendors, Maxwell Street Days, live entertainment and other street festivities culminate with the Wo-Zha-Wa Parade, one of Wisconsin's largest, on Sunday afternoon. Visitors are also invited to participate in a street carnival with refreshment concessions and the Wo-Zha-Wa Run. Downtown and Bowman Park.

ASeptember 13th, 2008 Superior
A buffet dinner and silent auction aboard the world's last remaining whaleback freighter, the SS Meteor. Owned by the City of Superior and operated by Superior Public Museums as a ship museum, she rests just blocks away from her original launch site. Proceeds help to restore and preserve the S S Meteor and the legacy of Captain Alexander McDougall. Gourmet Buffet prepared by the Boathouse Restaurant. Music, entertainment, cash bar, and a Silent Auction. S S Meteor Maritime Museum, Marina Drive. Admission charged, advance reservations only. 5PM to 8PM(Optional Tour of the Meteor - 4:30PM).

September 12th, 2008 Hartford
Corky Siegel has earned an international reputation as one of the world's great blues harmonica masters. And when Randy Sabien picks up his violin, get ready! Together, their swingin’ sound will have you bobbing your head, tapping your toes, and dancing right out of your chair. In addition, both will be leading free public workshops at the Schauer Center. Randy will teach a String Improvisation Workshop on Friday, September 12 from 4:30 to 5:45PM, open to string players of all ages and abilities. Corky will conduct a session on "Music and the Joy of Diversity" on Thursday, September 11 from 7 to 8PM, exploring music as a universal language. Admission is free to both workshops; please RSVP to the phone number below. Schauer Arts and Activities Center, 147 North Rural Street. 8PM.

September 12th thru 14th, 2008 Cable
The Chequamegon 40 is a point-to-point off-road(mass start) race with 1,700 participants, from downtown Hayward, WI, over the famed American Birkebeiner Ski Trail, forest roads and snowmobile trails to the finish in Cable, WI. Short and Fat(16 miles, mass start) is the perfect introductory event for new riders, younger riders, or for those not ready to tackle the longer race. Starting in Cable, WI on Saturday, it utilizes forest roads, the Birke Ski Trail and other back wood's paths on the way to the finish line(800 participants). Sunday is fun day. Telemark Resort, 42225 Telemark Road.

September 19th thru 21st, 2008 Monroe
Back in 1914, the concept of Cheese Days originated from the notion that if some little town in Illinois could have a festival commemorating sauerkraut, then a celebration based on cheese would be an even better idea. Enjoy cheese tasting and cooking demonstrations, live music, Swiss cuisine, a cow milking contest, and The Swiss Colony Cheese Days Parade at the oldest and largest food fest in the Midwest. Also plan to visit the 19th Annual Cheese Days Arts And Crafts Show. Courthouse Square in Downtown Monroe.

September 19th & 20th, 2008 Monroe
The 11th Annual Berghoff & Blues Festival, presented by the Monroe Lions Club. Some of the finest blues music in the midwest from 11AM-9PM. Food and beverages on the grounds amidst the melodious sound of harp, slide guitar, and great beer! Bring your chair and/or blanket to spend the day. Friday night 6:30-10PM: Westside Andy/Mel Ford Band. Saturday 1- 3:15PM: Ernie & the Po Boys; 3:45-6:30PM The Blue Olives; 7-10PM The Crashers. Green County Fairgrounds, 2600 10th Street. For camping information call the Green County Fairgrounds at (608) 325-9159.

September 20th, 2008 Eau Claire
International Fall Festival celebrates the rich diversity of the Chippewa Valley. Downtown Eau Claire will be filled with food from Jamaica, bagpipes from Scotland and new this year, green products! The international community is going green and this year's International Fall Festival is no different! The festival attracts thousands of people to enjoy the world-class entertainment, ethnic food stands and the wide variety of international arts and crafts. The highlight of the day's event is the Parade of Nations. Downtown along South Barstow Street, 10AM TO 6PM.

September 20th, 2008 Minocqua
Teams(man carrying 'wife') compete over a 278 yard obstacle course to win very unique prizes in the teeter-totter awards ceremony. 1st Prize - 5x's your "Wife's" Weight in Cash and your "Wife's" Weight in Redhook Ale; 2nd Prize - "Wife's" Weight in Johnsonville Brats; 3rd Prize - "Wife's" Weight in Dasini Water; 4th Prize - "Wife's" Weight in Cranberries! New this year: Wife Ferrying(less intimidating) & Pike Carrying(for the kids). Download entry forms, waiver, & rules at www.skimwp.org. Registration: 8:30AM; competition begins at 11AM. Torpy Park in Downtown Minocqua.

September 20th, 2008 Sheboygan
A full-service bicycle tour in the fall beauty of the Northern Kettle Moraine State Forest. Breakfast & lunch, rest stops, sag support, door prizes, and a free massage after the ride. The routes showcase some of Sheboygan County’s most beautiful and memorable areas. The 100-mile Century and the 65-mile Metric Century pass through beautiful stretches of the Kettle Moraine State Forest. The 50-mile and 25-mile routes provide views of rolling hills, farmland, and forests. The 12-mile route provides a few rolling hills and some fun-filled rest stops. Each year the ride grows in the number of riders and in the funds raised to support Maywood. Ellwood H. May Environmental Park, 3615 Mueller Road.