Thursday, December 8
Alcoholics Anonymous, 10 a.m., United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St., Monroe.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., (Big Book), Congregational United Church of Christ, E. 201 23rd St., Brodhead.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m. (Big Book Study), Grace United Methodist Church, 326 W. Pearl, Belleville.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., St. John's Church, 1724 14th St., Monroe.
Celebrate Recovery, Christ-based 12-step program, 6:30 p.m., Grace Church, 416 2nd St., New Glarus. Info: (608) 527-5664 or (608) 214-2500.
Stories and More, for all ages, 10 a.m., Monroe Public Library, 925 16th Ave.
4Teens, 3:30 p.m., Monroe Public Library, 925 16th Ave.
Monroe Sons of Norway Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 1025 15th Ave., Monroe. Bring a wrapped white elephant gift for gift exchange, guests are always welcome.
The Stephenson County Tea Party meeting, 6:30 p.m., Dietz's Old School Apartments, 111 E. Mason St., Lena. Info: (815) 369-4334 or e-mail stepcoteaparty@aeroinc.net
Morning Optimist Club meeting, 6:30 a.m., Swiss Alps Restaurant, 804 4th Ave. West. Guest speaker: Dustin Williams, Blackhawk Tech ag instructor, speaking on job opportunities in Agriculture. Highlights on past graduates.
Annual Holiday Concert, 7:30 p.m., Black Hawk Middle School gym, 5630 Main St., Gratiot
Jane Addams Chapter of American Business Women's Association monthly meeting, 6 p.m., Seasons, 1100 W. Galena, Freeport. Cost is $12. Menu includes baked chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, salad, rolls and butter and a beverage. To make a reservations, call Kay Klever, publicity chair, by Monday, Dec. 5 at (815) 235-7329.
Green County Retired Educator's Association meeting, 1428 17th St., Monroe. Lunch served at 12 p.m. Music by Monroe High School girl's concert choir, directed by Judy Bennett. Donation for the food pantry requested.
The Monticello middle and high school coral concert, 7 p.m., Rehmstedt Gym, 334 S. Main St., Monticello.
Preschool Story Time, getting dressed, 9:30 a.m., Albertson Memorial Library, 200 North Water St., Albany.
Friday, December 9
Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Zwingli UCC, 416 E Lake Ave., Monticello
Monroe VFW 2312 Friday night fish fry, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1428 17th St., Monroe. Fish fry includes salad bar. Carry-outs available. Order: (608) 325-3338.
More Than Conquerors Kids' Program sponsored by First Baptist Church of Monroe, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Northside Elementary, 3005 8 1/2 St., Monroe. Free, grades k-5. For more info, call (608) 325-2250.
MHS choir to perform at Madrigal, Madison, state capital - 11:45 a.m., UW Hospital, 1 p.m.
Zilmer-Riley American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 84 Friday night fish fry with stuffed pork chops, serving 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Fish fry includes salad bar, 1627 12th Ave., Monroe.
Monroe Arts Center Holiday Concert, featuring Richard Hailer's reading of "The Snow Goose and Madison Youth Choirs," 7:30 p.m., Gunderson Stiles Concert Hall at MAC, 1315 11th St. Concert is free and open to the public.
FoodShare Application Assistance Screening and application assistance for FoodShare (Food Stamps), 9 a.m. to noon, Brodhead Public Library, 1207 25th St., Brodhead. Info: 1-877-366-3635.
Saturday, December 10
Alcoholics Anonymous, 9:00 a.m., 1623 22 1/2 Ave., Monroe.
Benefit for Ryan Smith, tickets at the door for $8.50, pulled pork dinner at 4:30 p.m., cash bar is available. Apple River Stagecoach Event Center, 446 E. Hickory St.
Toy Train Barn Museum Food Drive, non-perishable food donation receives free entry to the museum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., museum, 9141 Wisconsin 81. Donations go to Argyle Food Pantry.
McConnell Area Historical Society's Christmas Cookie Walk and Holiday Open House, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., new museum at the Bobtown Computing building, 202 E. Main St.
Brunch with Santa, 9 or 11:30 a.m. St. Victor School, 1416 20th Ave., Monroe. Tickets $8 available at Kidz Kloset, Ruf's, First National Bank and Trust, Wisconsin Community Bank.
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church's Christmas Cookie Sale, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., 338 S. Harrison St., Belleville.
"Breakfast with Santa," 8 to 10:30 a.m., Lena Fire Station, 117 E. Main St. Tickets: $4 for ages 7 to adult, $2.50 for ages 4 to 6 and children under 3 are free. Santa and Mrs. Claus second appearance, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Fitness on Main, 208 E. Main St. Info: (815) 369-5351.
Pre-Christmas Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Zwingli United Church of Christ, 416 E. Lake Ave., Monticello. Items available: holiday cookies, braetzeli, breads, angel food cakes and pear bread.
6th Annual Christmas Cookie/Candy Sale, sponsored by St. John's UCC, 8 to 11 a.m., $6 per/pound, at the church, 1724 14th St., Monroe. Items include cookies, candy, gift baskets of goodies and braetzeli.
Snack with Santa, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Albany Lions Club, 402 N. Cincinnati St., Albany.
Santa inside his workshop, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m., in front of the Monroe Public Library, 925 16th Ave.
Sunday, December 11
Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., Monroe Clinic Hospital, 515 22nd Ave., Monroe.
"Sing Gloria" A Concert of Worship for Christmas, 1:30 p.m., Zion United Methodist Church, N2350 Church St., Juda.
"Journey of Promises" cantata, hosted by Chancel Choir, 8 a.m., United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St., Monroe.
Buffet Breakfast, sponsored by the Monroe American Legion, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., $6 for adults, $3.50 for children under 10, Monroe American Legion building, 1627 12th Ave.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 10 a.m., United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St., Monroe.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., (Big Book), Congregational United Church of Christ, E. 201 23rd St., Brodhead.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m. (Big Book Study), Grace United Methodist Church, 326 W. Pearl, Belleville.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., St. John's Church, 1724 14th St., Monroe.
Celebrate Recovery, Christ-based 12-step program, 6:30 p.m., Grace Church, 416 2nd St., New Glarus. Info: (608) 527-5664 or (608) 214-2500.
Stories and More, for all ages, 10 a.m., Monroe Public Library, 925 16th Ave.
4Teens, 3:30 p.m., Monroe Public Library, 925 16th Ave.
Monroe Sons of Norway Lodge meeting, 6:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, 1025 15th Ave., Monroe. Bring a wrapped white elephant gift for gift exchange, guests are always welcome.
The Stephenson County Tea Party meeting, 6:30 p.m., Dietz's Old School Apartments, 111 E. Mason St., Lena. Info: (815) 369-4334 or e-mail stepcoteaparty@aeroinc.net
Morning Optimist Club meeting, 6:30 a.m., Swiss Alps Restaurant, 804 4th Ave. West. Guest speaker: Dustin Williams, Blackhawk Tech ag instructor, speaking on job opportunities in Agriculture. Highlights on past graduates.
Annual Holiday Concert, 7:30 p.m., Black Hawk Middle School gym, 5630 Main St., Gratiot
Jane Addams Chapter of American Business Women's Association monthly meeting, 6 p.m., Seasons, 1100 W. Galena, Freeport. Cost is $12. Menu includes baked chicken, mashed potatoes with gravy, corn, salad, rolls and butter and a beverage. To make a reservations, call Kay Klever, publicity chair, by Monday, Dec. 5 at (815) 235-7329.
Green County Retired Educator's Association meeting, 1428 17th St., Monroe. Lunch served at 12 p.m. Music by Monroe High School girl's concert choir, directed by Judy Bennett. Donation for the food pantry requested.
The Monticello middle and high school coral concert, 7 p.m., Rehmstedt Gym, 334 S. Main St., Monticello.
Preschool Story Time, getting dressed, 9:30 a.m., Albertson Memorial Library, 200 North Water St., Albany.
Friday, December 9
Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Zwingli UCC, 416 E Lake Ave., Monticello
Monroe VFW 2312 Friday night fish fry, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1428 17th St., Monroe. Fish fry includes salad bar. Carry-outs available. Order: (608) 325-3338.
More Than Conquerors Kids' Program sponsored by First Baptist Church of Monroe, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Northside Elementary, 3005 8 1/2 St., Monroe. Free, grades k-5. For more info, call (608) 325-2250.
MHS choir to perform at Madrigal, Madison, state capital - 11:45 a.m., UW Hospital, 1 p.m.
Zilmer-Riley American Legion Auxiliary Unit No. 84 Friday night fish fry with stuffed pork chops, serving 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Fish fry includes salad bar, 1627 12th Ave., Monroe.
Monroe Arts Center Holiday Concert, featuring Richard Hailer's reading of "The Snow Goose and Madison Youth Choirs," 7:30 p.m., Gunderson Stiles Concert Hall at MAC, 1315 11th St. Concert is free and open to the public.
FoodShare Application Assistance Screening and application assistance for FoodShare (Food Stamps), 9 a.m. to noon, Brodhead Public Library, 1207 25th St., Brodhead. Info: 1-877-366-3635.
Saturday, December 10
Alcoholics Anonymous, 9:00 a.m., 1623 22 1/2 Ave., Monroe.
Benefit for Ryan Smith, tickets at the door for $8.50, pulled pork dinner at 4:30 p.m., cash bar is available. Apple River Stagecoach Event Center, 446 E. Hickory St.
Toy Train Barn Museum Food Drive, non-perishable food donation receives free entry to the museum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., museum, 9141 Wisconsin 81. Donations go to Argyle Food Pantry.
McConnell Area Historical Society's Christmas Cookie Walk and Holiday Open House, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., new museum at the Bobtown Computing building, 202 E. Main St.
Brunch with Santa, 9 or 11:30 a.m. St. Victor School, 1416 20th Ave., Monroe. Tickets $8 available at Kidz Kloset, Ruf's, First National Bank and Trust, Wisconsin Community Bank.
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church's Christmas Cookie Sale, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., 338 S. Harrison St., Belleville.
"Breakfast with Santa," 8 to 10:30 a.m., Lena Fire Station, 117 E. Main St. Tickets: $4 for ages 7 to adult, $2.50 for ages 4 to 6 and children under 3 are free. Santa and Mrs. Claus second appearance, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Fitness on Main, 208 E. Main St. Info: (815) 369-5351.
Pre-Christmas Bake Sale, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Zwingli United Church of Christ, 416 E. Lake Ave., Monticello. Items available: holiday cookies, braetzeli, breads, angel food cakes and pear bread.
6th Annual Christmas Cookie/Candy Sale, sponsored by St. John's UCC, 8 to 11 a.m., $6 per/pound, at the church, 1724 14th St., Monroe. Items include cookies, candy, gift baskets of goodies and braetzeli.
Snack with Santa, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Albany Lions Club, 402 N. Cincinnati St., Albany.
Santa inside his workshop, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m., in front of the Monroe Public Library, 925 16th Ave.
Sunday, December 11
Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., Monroe Clinic Hospital, 515 22nd Ave., Monroe.
"Sing Gloria" A Concert of Worship for Christmas, 1:30 p.m., Zion United Methodist Church, N2350 Church St., Juda.
"Journey of Promises" cantata, hosted by Chancel Choir, 8 a.m., United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St., Monroe.
Buffet Breakfast, sponsored by the Monroe American Legion, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., $6 for adults, $3.50 for children under 10, Monroe American Legion building, 1627 12th Ave.
