Janesville Wisconsin

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2012 Events

Feb 29 - Feb 29 Janesville - Leap Year Family Fun Day. With an extra day to spend with family and friends every four years, there is no better place to celebrate it than at Rotary Botanical Gardens. Enjoy special activities for the young and young at heart! From bunnies to frogs to kangaroos, it will be a hoppin' and leapin' good time! Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885.
Mar 7 - Mar 7 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885 X 17.
Mar 30 - Mar 31 Janesville - Polka Fest. Start practicing your hops and skips, polka fans, so you are ready for this annual event! Open to the public, the fest features five bands - Rhythm Playboys, Barefoot Becky, Gary & the Ridgeland Dutchmen, Greg Anderson, and the Stateline Boys. Moose Lodge, 2701 Rockport Rd. Event starts at 12:00PM and ends at 11:00PM. For more information call (608) 756-4986.
Apr 4 - Apr 4 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885 X 17.
May 2 - May 2 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call 608-752-3885 X 17.
May 17 - May 17 Janesville - Local Artisan Fair. Meet the local artisans of Cottage Garden Gallery and shop an expanded selection of their works. With jewelry, pottery, gourd, metal and wood art, along with garden decor, it is a true delight to admire. Stroll through the Gardens before or after shopping - you can't do that at the mall! A cash bar will also be available. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885.
Jun 6 - Jun 6 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call 608-752-3885 X 17.
Jul 11 - Jul 11 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call 608-752-3885 X 17.
Jul 14 - Jul 14 Janesville - Dinner Dance. Sip cocktails and mingle with old and new friends, then enjoy a lovely, formal waited dinner followed by a live auction and an evening of live music. A remarkable evening to share with friends to support and celebrate the Rotary Botanical Gardens. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885.
Jul 18 - Jul 18 Janesville - Smelly Garden Family Day. The Smelly Garden is a thematic use of the Nancy Yahr Memorial Childrens' Garden for the 2012 season. The Childrens' Garden, a 3,000 square foot garden space located behind the Parker Education Center, was created in 2009 with the intent of focusing on youth education and engagement. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to visit this unique garden and the varying themes of this space. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885.
Jul 22 - Jul 22 Janesville - Smelly Garden Family Day. The Smelly Garden is a thematic use of the Nancy Yahr Memorial Childrens' Garden for the 2012 season. The Childrens' Garden, a 3,000 square foot garden space located behind the Parker Education Center, was created in 2009 with the intent of focusing on youth education and engagement. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to visit this unique garden and the varying themes of this space. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. Event starts at 1:00PM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (608) 752-3885.
Aug 1 - Aug 1 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885 X 17.
Aug 19 - Aug 19 Janesville - Smelly Garden Family Day. The Smelly Garden is a thematic use of the Nancy Yahr Memorial Childrens' Garden for the 2012 season. The Childrens' Garden, a 3,000 square foot garden space located behind the Parker Education Center, was created in 2009 with the intent of focusing on youth education and engagement. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to visit this unique garden and the varying themes of this space. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. Event starts at 1:00PM and ends at 4:00PM. For more information call (608) 752-3885.
Aug 22 - Aug 22 Janesville - Smelly Garden Family Day. The Smelly Garden is a thematic use of the Nancy Yahr Memorial Childrens' Garden for the 2012 season. The Childrens' Garden, a 3,000 square foot garden space located behind the Parker Education Center, was created in 2009 with the intent of focusing on youth education and engagement. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to visit this unique garden and the varying themes of this space. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. Event starts at 10:00AM and ends at 2:00PM. For more information call (608) 752-3885.
Sep 5 - Sep 5 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885 X 17.
Oct 3 - Oct 3 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885 X 17.
Nov 7 - Nov 7 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885 X 17.
Dec 5 - Dec 5 Janesville - Story and Stroll. This program is designed for preschool aged children (suggested ages 2, 3 & 4 year olds) along with their parents or caregivers. Children participate in a few stories then go for a stroll in the Gardens or play a few games indoors, depending on the season. Please dress for the weather. Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive. For more information call (608) 752-3885 X 17.