April 23, 2009

Around Wisconsin Newsletter

How Can I Tell If It's Spring in Wisconsin?

Was it 75 degrees yesterday, but you drove home from work in snow flurries? Did you wake up to brilliant sunshine this morning and have your coffee on the deck in a T-shirt while watching a robin pull a worm out of the ground? Then BINGO! It's Spring in Wisconsin! All Around Wisconsin events and family celebrations are blooming. Get on out there and have a blast.

Want to submit your favorite Wisconsin event for 2009? Add Your Event to the Wistravel events pages.

Flower
(Take time to enjoy!)

Marquette County Passport | Wisconsin Dells Getaway Packages

Prairie Nursery Retail Store Open | Best Western Kenosha Hotel Packages

Jailbreak Marathon | Museum Opening | African Violet Show | Cinco de Mayo

Marquette County's Passport (Central Wisconsin)

Marquette Now


From the naturalist, to the person who just desires to sit back and relax - you'll soon discover that we have it all. Hiking, biking, backpacking, kayaking, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling - you name it, we've got it for you. Please call for your Passport at 888-318-0362 or visit us visit us online to create your own personal itinerary.

For more information about your Passport, call 888-318-0362 or visit www.marquettenow.com.

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Dixie and Annie Invite You To Visit Prairie Nursery's Retail Store

Prairie Nursery


Prairie Nursery, of Westfield, WI, off Hwy 51 / 39, offers live hardy native perennial plants and seeds for prairies, woodlands and wetlands. The store will be open April 11th until October 9th, 9 - 5 Monday - Friday. Open Saturday hours of 9 - 4 until September 19th. It is located at W7262 Dover Court, just north of Westfield. Phone 1-800-476-9453 for free 2009 Catalog and Growing Guide. Phone 1-800-476-9453 for free 2009 Catalog and Growing Guide.

For directions to our retail store, see bottom of this page:www.prairienursery.com.

2 Kenosha Value-Added Hotel Packages: Greyhounds & Shopping!

Best Western Kenosha

"Night At The Races" Package~Hotel: Accommodations for 2, hot breakfast buffet. Dairyland Greyhound Park: Dinner for 2(appetizer, entrees, dessert), $20 in Doggie Dollars and much more! Only $159 plus tax per couple.

"Retail Therapy" Package~Hotel: Accommodations for 2, $10 voucher for on-site Rush Street lounge, hot breakfast buffet. Prime Outlet Mall, Pleasant Prairie: $25 gift card, coupon book and more! Just $120 plus tax per couple.

Call Best Western Executive Inn direct, (262) 857-7699, and mention code PKG1.

Waushara County Crime Stoppers Jailbreak Marathon

Jailbreak Marathon

April 25th, 2009 Wautoma
WANTED: runners of every stripe to compete in Wisconsin's Premeire rural marathon. The entry fee includes a race bag, T-shirt, access to the runner's nutrition area, and all who complete the Marathon will receive an award. These are full length races timed by ChampionChip timing and certified to USATF standards. Also, a 1/2 Marathon and 5K Fun Run/Walk. Jumping Castles and Train Rides (weather permitting) will be available for kids free of charge. Wautoma Kiwanis will have a concessions area. Categories:- 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over. Awards for the top finisher in each race, for each gender. Waushara County Fair Grounds.

For more information about this event call (800) 800-5219 or visit here

Visitor Appreciation Day at Fort Crawford Museum

Black Hawk

April 26th, 2009 Prairie du Chien
Enjoy the season opening of the Fort Crawford Museum. Free admission on this day only. Tours are self-guided. Fort Crawford Museum is operated by the non-profit Prairie du Chien Historical Society. The museum boasts more than 50 exhibits in 3 buildings, which reflect the historical society's mission to tell the story of Prairie du Chien with emphasis on Fort Crawford, especially the amazing story of Dr. William Beaumont.The museum is wheel chair accessible. Picnic tables on the spacious grounds, fresh water and restrooms are available. Fort Crawford Museum, 717 South Beaumont Road.

For more information call (608) 326-6960 or visit here

African Violet Show & Sale In Oshkosh

African Violet

May 2nd & 3rd, 2009 Oshkosh
This annual African Violet show and sale, featuring beautiful African violets on exhibit and for sale, will offer plants, pots, soil, and fertilizer for sale. Learn how to grow perfect African violets from the professionals. There will also be live demonstrations & informational handouts. Free admission, free advice and free parking! There will also be a judged show sanctioned by AVSA. May 2,10AM-4:30PM and May 3, 11:30AM-3PM. Located at St.Jude the Apostle Church (formerly St. Heart Church), 5th Avenue & Knapp Street.00.

For more information about this event call (920) 426-3764 or visit here

Darlington - Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Cinco de Mayo

May 2nd, 2009 Darlington
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely defeat of French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Start off the day with children games, soccer and basketball tournaments. Food vendors will offer authentic Latin and American Cuisine. Music and demonstrations of salsa making and salsa dancing are featured. A Mariachi Band will perform in the afternoon and the evening is reserved for dancing accompanied by an authentic Hispanic Orchestra. Fun for the whole family! Darlington Festival Grounds, Main Street. 11AM - noon.

For more information call (608) 776-3067 or visit here

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