All roads lead to Burlington for your holiday shopping needs. Discover the personalized service that "small town atmosphere" has to offer! The uniqueness of Burlington begins with the historic downtown district, the heart of our community and an inviting place for everyone looking for relaxation, dining, or shopping! Burlington offers an unconventional collection of boutiques, antiques, art galleries, originally crafted jewelry and garden treasures, plus specialty shops featuring yarn, stained glass, beads, furniture and more, located in restored buildings from a century ago!

November 14th, 2009 Burlington
How long can you go? How many can you say in less than 10 seconds? Classic & modern phrases twist the tongues of everyone. Appropriate prizes, like a portion of "a peck of pickled peppers," "a toy boat", a "yellow yo-yo" and "sea shells you can sell." Laughter and fun promised for all! The contest has age divisions for peer fun, and even a foreign language division! Door prizes for everyone (audience & contestants!) and another prize for the contest winners! Don't be late, this is a fast contest! Logic Puzzle Museum, 533 Milwaukee Avenue, downtown Burlington, Wisconsin (Highway 36).

November 19th, 2009 Marshfield
Whatever you do, don't miss this great Fall event - Marshfield's 10th annual Holiday Parade! Bring your camera for some great pictures. This year the theme will be a Parade of Lights. Every float and entry will have lots and lots of lights, Christmas music and be appealing to children and adults. After the parade join the crowd at the Holiday Inn Convention Center for a visit with Santa, plus entertainment and refreshments, too. Parade begins at 6:30PM at 2nd and Central Ave.and goes to 14th and Central Ave.Park.

November 14th, 2009 La Crosse
1PM: Adults only, 2:30PM: Children - accompanied by Adults. How we feel about creatures that go bump in the night is a reflection of our fear of the unknown. It's easy to fill the void with myths, urban legends and superstition. Heidi Hughes never gave bats a thought - except in the fall around Halloween. But she had a healthy fear of them - even though she'd never actually seen one up-close and personal. When she finally did, everything changed. She'll tell you why and much more when she presents a program on Wisconsin Bats - along with tips on how to become a "bat watcher". Admission charged. Myrick Hixon EcoPark, 789 Myrick Park Drive.

November 20th thru 22nd, 2009 West Allis
America's Premier Cultural Festival! A world of cultures and customs are united in peaceful solidarity to be felt, listened to and tasted through a variety of honored family recipes, artifacts, ethnic music and spirited folk dances. Explore the customs and traditions of the world's diverse cultures as you sample regional cuisine, enjoy lively music and dance and purchase beautifully handcrafted goods. Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of the world right here in Wisconsin! Fri 3-10PM, Sat 10AM-10PM, Sun 10AM-7PM. Also, Around the World in 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, the 22nd at 9AM. Wisconsin Exposition Center, 8200 W. Greenfield Avenue.

November 21st, 2009 Prairie Du Sac
Taste the first release of the 2009 Ruby Nouveau wine, the first wine of the new harvest, in the winery Great Room along with an array of specialty Wisconsin cheeses. The Ruby Nouveau is an estate-grown dry red with enticing fresh flavors and a zesty finish. It is the perfect holiday wine as it is meant to be enjoyed young and pairs well with holiday foods. No admission fee. Open to the public. Just across from Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, the Wollersheim Winery sits on a scenic hillside overlooking the Wisconsin River. Wollersheim Winery, 7876 State Road 188. Event starts at 10AM and ends at 4PM.

November 21st & 22nd, 2009 Madison
Hosted by Brava Magazine, this event features over 250 exhibitors and celebrity guests, which this year include members of the Band From TV, James Denton, Bob Guiney, Greg Grunberg, and Adrian Pasdar, and none other than great Elvis impersonator, Irv Cass. Vendor categories represented include food, health, leisure, fashion, beauty, style, home, entertaining, children and families, career opportunities, non-profit organizations, fitness and so much more. With fabulous prizes and a chance to get a jump start on your holiday shopping, you won’t want to miss this year's event! Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Center Way.

November 23rd, 2009 Wausau
Extravaganza! Brian Setzer is back on the road in 2009 to get your holidays rockin' like no one else can. Widely credited as single-handedly resurrecting two forgotten genres of music (rockabilly in the 80s and swing in the 90s), Setzer has created what is undoubtedly the most exciting annual rockin' Christmas event on the planet. The Los Angeles Times calls it a show "whose sheer joy is irresistible!" The BSO often plays the Rockefeller Center tree lighting ceremony. The former Stray Cats leader and his big-band orchestra have dates lined up in 25 cities during the final two months of the year. Grand Theater on Artsblock, 415 4th Street. Event starts at 7:30PM.