SATURDAY, MARCH 8
• Albertson Memorial Library, Saturday storytime hosted by Friends of the Library, 9 a.m., 200 N. Water St., Albany.
• Boy Scouts of America Troop 180, pancake breakfast, 7 a.m. to noon, Monroe United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St., Monroe. Tickets available at the door.
• Community Evangelical Free Church, Gary Randall in concert, 7 p.m., Shullsburg High School auditorium. Information: (608) 965-3016 or www.garyrandallonline.com
• Freeport High School Jazz Ensemble and Highland Community College Big Band, jazz/big band music and dancing, 7 to 10:30 p.m., Freeport Masonic Temple Ballroom. Tickets: (815) 235-6127.
• Northwest Illinois Chapter of the American Red Cross, "It's a Red Affair" fundraiser, cocktails 5:30 to 7 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., entertainment and dancing 8:30 p.m. to midnight, live and silent auctions, Freeport Country Club, Freeport. Information and reservations: (815) 233-0011.
• River Valley Trading Company, community loom project (learn to weave), noon to 4 p.m., 204 S. Main St., Blanchardville. Information: (608) 523-1888.
• StateLine Ice and Community Expo, open skate, 5 to 8 p.m., 1632 4th Ave. West, Monroe. Information: 325-7465.
SUNDAY, MARCH 9
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., Monroe Room, Monroe Clinic, 515 22nd Ave., Monroe.
• Browntown Peace Church, soup and sandwich lunch, noon, at the church.
• Freeport Choral Society, annual spring concert, 3 p.m., St. John United Church of Christ, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport. Information: (815) 449-2936.
• Lafayette County Home and Community Education Association, "Wedding Wardrobe Revue," 2 p.m., First Banking Center meeting room, Darlington. Information: (608) 776-4820.
• Monroe American Legion, buffet breakfast, 8 a.m. to noon, 1627 12th Ave., Monroe.
• Monroe FFA Chapter and Monroe FFA Alumni, 21st annual Farm Toy Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monroe High School gymnasium, 1600 26th St., Monroe.
• River Valley Trading Company, rug braiding class part 2, 1 to 3 p.m., 204 S. Main St., Blanchardville. Information: (608) 523-1888.
• StateLine Ice and Community Expo, open skate, 4 to 6:30 p.m., 1632 4th Ave. West, Monroe. Information: 325-7465.
• Turner Hall of Monroe, dance 'n'dine with Goodtime Dutchmen Trio, 2 to 6 p.m., Turner Hall. Information: (608) 325-3461 or www.TurnerHallofMonroe.org
MONDAY, MARCH 10
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., St. John's Church, 1724 14th St., Monroe.
• Beloit Civic Theatre, auditions for "The Whole Town's Talking," 7 to 9 p.m., Reinholz Theatre, Beloit. Information: (608) 365-1566 or e-mailL balsoncg@charter.net.
• Historic Monroe, meeting, 4 p.m., Green County Welcome Center, Monroe.
• Lafayette County Barn Quilt Project Planning Committee, organizational meeting, 5:30 p.m., UW Extension Office, Darlington. Information: (608) 776-4820.
• Lena Boy Scout Troop 91, pancake and sausage supper, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Lena American Legion Hall, Lena.
• Monroe Clinic, blood drive, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St., Monroe. Appointments or information: (608) 324-1152.
• Monroe Middle School, Red Band, White Band and Concert Band, in concert, 7:30 p.m., Middle School gym.
• Monroe Public Library, toddler time for children 18 months to 3 years, 10 a.m., 925 16th Ave., Monroe. Information: (608) 328-7010.
• Venture Crew 1812, chili and baked potato supper and bake sale, serving 5 to 7:30 p.m., Union Presbyterian Church, 2707 5th St., Monroe. Carryouts available.
TUESDAY, MARCH 11
• Albertson Memorial Library, preschool storytime for ages 1-4, 9:30 a.m.; Friends of the Library meeting, 5:45 p.m.; Adult Book Club discusses "Accidental Reunion" by Nancy Blakslee at 7 p.m., 200 N. Water St., Albany.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Shepherd of the Hills Church, 506 12th Ave., Fellowship Hall, New Glarus.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., Congregational United Church of Christ, E 201 23rd St., Brodhead.
• Beloit Civic Theatre, auditions for "The Whole Town's Talking," 7 to 9 p.m., Reinholz Theatre, Beloit. Information: (608) 365-1566 or e-mailL balsoncg@charter.net.
• Black Hawk School District, family fun night's western carnival, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., South Wayne School upper/lower commons.
• Democratic Party of Lafayette County, rescheduled February meeting with speaker John Sly of WTDY, begins at 6 p.m. with free Irish stew, First Banking Center, Darlington.
• Green County Emergency Management, hazardous weather-tornado spotters training, 12:30 p.m. at Blackhawk Technical College-Monroe Campus Rooms 413-414. A second class will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Monticello Fire Department, Monticello. Information: (608) 328-9416.
• Green County March of Dimes, spaghetti supper fundraiser, serving 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Monroe Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, 1428 17th St., Monroe. Walk-ins welcome, carry outs available.
• Green County's National Alliance for Mental Illness, open meeting of information and support, 6:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, Monroe. Information: (608) 328-9387.
• Lafayette County tractor and machinery safety certification course, first class, 5 to 8 p.m., Lafayette County Courthouse, Darlington. Information: (608) 776-4820.
• Monroe Clinic Diabetes Support Group, 7 to 8:30 p.m., clinic building, main campus, lower level, Monroe.
• Monroe Public Library, Celebrando (Spanish language story program) featuring music of Francisco Gabliondo Soler, 6:30 p.m.,library, 925 16th Ave., Monroe. Information: (608) 328-7010.
• New Glarus Public Library, board of trustees, meeting, 4:30 p.m., village hall board room. Information: (608) 527-2003.
• Pecatonica Valley Turkey Trackers, fundraiser banquet, doors open 5:30 p.m., auction 8 p.m., The Mansion, Monroe. For tickets: 966-3560 or 328-2032.
• Southwest Wisconsin Regional Economic Development Conference, registration at noon, conference at 1 p.m., Baymont Convention Center, Belmont. Information: (608) 935-0391.
• Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Monroe Chapter 1453, weigh-in 11 to 11:15 a.m., meeting 11:15 a.m. to noon, St. Clare Friedensheim, 2003 4th St., Monroe. Information: 325-9223 or 426-1939.
• Wiota Firemen's Auxiliary, daytime card party, 1:30 p.m., Wiota Firehouse.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Monroe location changes weekly. Call (608) 325-5527 for meeting location (Big Book and discussion)
• Argyle United Methodist Church all-you-can-eat lasagna dinner, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Free will offering, carry-outs available in the village. Call (608) 543-3759 or (608) 543-3337.
• Big Brothers/Big Sisters Kick-off for Bowl for Kids Sake, 5 p.m., BBBS office, old Monroe library building on 9th St., Monroe. Information: 325-7855.
• Blackhawk Technical College, free application for federal student aid completion workshop for the 2008-09 school year, 3 to 4 p.m., Blackhawk Technical College Monroe campus, room 301, Monroe. Information: (608) 757-7664.
• Lafayette County Emergency Management, tornado spotters/severe weather awareness training, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Lafayette County Courthouse, County Board Room, 626 N. Main St., Darlington. Information: (608) 776-4870.
• Monroe Woman's Club, guest speaker Anna Schramke on Green County Development, 7 p.m., Monroe Art Center, Wesley Hall, Monroe. Information: (608) 325-9378.
• Monticello Public Library, story time for preschool ages 3 to 5, 10 to 10:30 a.m., 512 E. Lake Ave., Monticello. Information: (608) 938-4011.
• New Glarus Public Library, adult book group discusses "My Sister's Keeper," by Jodi Picoult, 7 p.m., 319 2nd St., New Glarus. Information: (608) 527-2003.
• Union Presbyterian Church, Wednesday Lenten service "from Pride to Humility," 6:15 p.m., church sanctuary, 2707 5th St., Monroe. Information: 325-2519.
• YARNS Ewenited Yarn Artists and Rural Neighborhood Spinners, potluck and project session, 4 to 8 p.m., River Valley Trading Company, 204 S. Main St., Blanchardville. Information: (608) 523-1888.
THURSDAY, MARCH 13
• Alcoholics Anonymous, early bird meeting, 10 a.m., Crossroads Community Church, Monroe, 2003 10th St., Monroe.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, (Big Book) 7 p.m., Congregational United Church of Christ, E. 201 23rd St., Brodhead.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, Big Book Study) 7 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, 326 W. Pearl, Belleville.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., St. John's United Church of Christ, 1724 14th St., Monroe.
• Market on the Square, spring organization meeting for seasoned and potential vendors, 6 p.m., Wisconsin Community Bank, Monroe. Information: Monroe Main Street, 328-4023 or monroemainstreet@tds.net.
• Monroe Public Library, picture book stories for children ages 3 to 6 years, 10 a.m., 925 16th Ave., Monroe. Information: (608) 328-7010.
• Monroe Stamp and Postcard Club, discussing Monroe's 150th anniversary and covers for this celebration, 7 p.m., Monroe Public Library, Monroe. Information: days 328-8960 or evenings 328-2827.
• Monticello Public Library, movie night for kids (school age children), 5:30 p.m., 512 E. Lake Ave., Monticello. Information: (608) 938-4011.
• School District of Monticello, referendum information meeting, 7:30 p.m., high school band room.
• Turner Hall of Monroe, Ratskeller Restaurant, style ala carte, free noon hour fashion show from das Baumhaus, noon, Turner Hall. Information (608) 325-3461 or www.TurnerHallofMonroe.org
FRIDAY, MARCH 14
• American Legion Post 84 of Monroe, Friday night fish fry and weekly special corned beef and cabbage, serving 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1627 12th Ave., Monroe. Call 325-4244 after 3 p.m. for banquet and meeting facility reservations.
• Belleville Public Library, storytime, 10 a.m., 130 S. Vine St., Belleville. Information: (608) 424-1812.
• Brodhead Memorial Public Library, preschool storytime for children ages 3 and up, 10 a.m., 902 W. 2nd Ave., Brodhead. Information: (608) 897-4070.
• McConnell United Methodist Church, euchre card party, 6:30 p.m., at the church, 211 N. Hulbert Rd., McConnell.
• Monroe Public Library, teen group meeting to plan teen programs and activities for the summer, 3:30 p.m., library, 925 16th Ave., Monroe.
• Monticello PTO, family fun night, 6 to 8 p.m., Monticello school.
• New Glarus Public Library, preschool storytime, 10 a.m., 319 2nd St., New Glarus. Information: (608) 527-2003.
• Orangeville High School, presents the Broadway musical "Singin' in the Rain," 7 p.m., Terry Miller Memorial Gymnasium at the high school, Orangeville.
• River Valley Trading Company, neighborhood brew share, 7 p.m., 204 S. Main St., Blanchardville. Information: (608) 523-1888.
• StateLine Ice and Community Expo, Last open skate of the season, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1632 4th Ave. West, Monroe. Information: 325-7465.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2312, Friday night fish fry, serving 5 to 8:30 p.m., 1428 17th St., Monroe. Call 325-3338 for hall rental for banquets and parties.
• Albertson Memorial Library, Saturday storytime hosted by Friends of the Library, 9 a.m., 200 N. Water St., Albany.
• Boy Scouts of America Troop 180, pancake breakfast, 7 a.m. to noon, Monroe United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St., Monroe. Tickets available at the door.
• Community Evangelical Free Church, Gary Randall in concert, 7 p.m., Shullsburg High School auditorium. Information: (608) 965-3016 or www.garyrandallonline.com
• Freeport High School Jazz Ensemble and Highland Community College Big Band, jazz/big band music and dancing, 7 to 10:30 p.m., Freeport Masonic Temple Ballroom. Tickets: (815) 235-6127.
• Northwest Illinois Chapter of the American Red Cross, "It's a Red Affair" fundraiser, cocktails 5:30 to 7 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., entertainment and dancing 8:30 p.m. to midnight, live and silent auctions, Freeport Country Club, Freeport. Information and reservations: (815) 233-0011.
• River Valley Trading Company, community loom project (learn to weave), noon to 4 p.m., 204 S. Main St., Blanchardville. Information: (608) 523-1888.
• StateLine Ice and Community Expo, open skate, 5 to 8 p.m., 1632 4th Ave. West, Monroe. Information: 325-7465.
SUNDAY, MARCH 9
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 p.m., Monroe Room, Monroe Clinic, 515 22nd Ave., Monroe.
• Browntown Peace Church, soup and sandwich lunch, noon, at the church.
• Freeport Choral Society, annual spring concert, 3 p.m., St. John United Church of Christ, 1010 S. Park Blvd., Freeport. Information: (815) 449-2936.
• Lafayette County Home and Community Education Association, "Wedding Wardrobe Revue," 2 p.m., First Banking Center meeting room, Darlington. Information: (608) 776-4820.
• Monroe American Legion, buffet breakfast, 8 a.m. to noon, 1627 12th Ave., Monroe.
• Monroe FFA Chapter and Monroe FFA Alumni, 21st annual Farm Toy Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monroe High School gymnasium, 1600 26th St., Monroe.
• River Valley Trading Company, rug braiding class part 2, 1 to 3 p.m., 204 S. Main St., Blanchardville. Information: (608) 523-1888.
• StateLine Ice and Community Expo, open skate, 4 to 6:30 p.m., 1632 4th Ave. West, Monroe. Information: 325-7465.
• Turner Hall of Monroe, dance 'n'dine with Goodtime Dutchmen Trio, 2 to 6 p.m., Turner Hall. Information: (608) 325-3461 or www.TurnerHallofMonroe.org
MONDAY, MARCH 10
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., St. John's Church, 1724 14th St., Monroe.
• Beloit Civic Theatre, auditions for "The Whole Town's Talking," 7 to 9 p.m., Reinholz Theatre, Beloit. Information: (608) 365-1566 or e-mailL balsoncg@charter.net.
• Historic Monroe, meeting, 4 p.m., Green County Welcome Center, Monroe.
• Lafayette County Barn Quilt Project Planning Committee, organizational meeting, 5:30 p.m., UW Extension Office, Darlington. Information: (608) 776-4820.
• Lena Boy Scout Troop 91, pancake and sausage supper, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Lena American Legion Hall, Lena.
• Monroe Clinic, blood drive, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St., Monroe. Appointments or information: (608) 324-1152.
• Monroe Middle School, Red Band, White Band and Concert Band, in concert, 7:30 p.m., Middle School gym.
• Monroe Public Library, toddler time for children 18 months to 3 years, 10 a.m., 925 16th Ave., Monroe. Information: (608) 328-7010.
• Venture Crew 1812, chili and baked potato supper and bake sale, serving 5 to 7:30 p.m., Union Presbyterian Church, 2707 5th St., Monroe. Carryouts available.
TUESDAY, MARCH 11
• Albertson Memorial Library, preschool storytime for ages 1-4, 9:30 a.m.; Friends of the Library meeting, 5:45 p.m.; Adult Book Club discusses "Accidental Reunion" by Nancy Blakslee at 7 p.m., 200 N. Water St., Albany.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Shepherd of the Hills Church, 506 12th Ave., Fellowship Hall, New Glarus.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., Congregational United Church of Christ, E 201 23rd St., Brodhead.
• Beloit Civic Theatre, auditions for "The Whole Town's Talking," 7 to 9 p.m., Reinholz Theatre, Beloit. Information: (608) 365-1566 or e-mailL balsoncg@charter.net.
• Black Hawk School District, family fun night's western carnival, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., South Wayne School upper/lower commons.
• Democratic Party of Lafayette County, rescheduled February meeting with speaker John Sly of WTDY, begins at 6 p.m. with free Irish stew, First Banking Center, Darlington.
• Green County Emergency Management, hazardous weather-tornado spotters training, 12:30 p.m. at Blackhawk Technical College-Monroe Campus Rooms 413-414. A second class will be at 6:30 p.m. at the Monticello Fire Department, Monticello. Information: (608) 328-9416.
• Green County March of Dimes, spaghetti supper fundraiser, serving 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Monroe Veterans of Foreign Wars Post, 1428 17th St., Monroe. Walk-ins welcome, carry outs available.
• Green County's National Alliance for Mental Illness, open meeting of information and support, 6:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church, Monroe. Information: (608) 328-9387.
• Lafayette County tractor and machinery safety certification course, first class, 5 to 8 p.m., Lafayette County Courthouse, Darlington. Information: (608) 776-4820.
• Monroe Clinic Diabetes Support Group, 7 to 8:30 p.m., clinic building, main campus, lower level, Monroe.
• Monroe Public Library, Celebrando (Spanish language story program) featuring music of Francisco Gabliondo Soler, 6:30 p.m.,library, 925 16th Ave., Monroe. Information: (608) 328-7010.
• New Glarus Public Library, board of trustees, meeting, 4:30 p.m., village hall board room. Information: (608) 527-2003.
• Pecatonica Valley Turkey Trackers, fundraiser banquet, doors open 5:30 p.m., auction 8 p.m., The Mansion, Monroe. For tickets: 966-3560 or 328-2032.
• Southwest Wisconsin Regional Economic Development Conference, registration at noon, conference at 1 p.m., Baymont Convention Center, Belmont. Information: (608) 935-0391.
• Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Monroe Chapter 1453, weigh-in 11 to 11:15 a.m., meeting 11:15 a.m. to noon, St. Clare Friedensheim, 2003 4th St., Monroe. Information: 325-9223 or 426-1939.
• Wiota Firemen's Auxiliary, daytime card party, 1:30 p.m., Wiota Firehouse.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m., Monroe location changes weekly. Call (608) 325-5527 for meeting location (Big Book and discussion)
• Argyle United Methodist Church all-you-can-eat lasagna dinner, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Free will offering, carry-outs available in the village. Call (608) 543-3759 or (608) 543-3337.
• Big Brothers/Big Sisters Kick-off for Bowl for Kids Sake, 5 p.m., BBBS office, old Monroe library building on 9th St., Monroe. Information: 325-7855.
• Blackhawk Technical College, free application for federal student aid completion workshop for the 2008-09 school year, 3 to 4 p.m., Blackhawk Technical College Monroe campus, room 301, Monroe. Information: (608) 757-7664.
• Lafayette County Emergency Management, tornado spotters/severe weather awareness training, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Lafayette County Courthouse, County Board Room, 626 N. Main St., Darlington. Information: (608) 776-4870.
• Monroe Woman's Club, guest speaker Anna Schramke on Green County Development, 7 p.m., Monroe Art Center, Wesley Hall, Monroe. Information: (608) 325-9378.
• Monticello Public Library, story time for preschool ages 3 to 5, 10 to 10:30 a.m., 512 E. Lake Ave., Monticello. Information: (608) 938-4011.
• New Glarus Public Library, adult book group discusses "My Sister's Keeper," by Jodi Picoult, 7 p.m., 319 2nd St., New Glarus. Information: (608) 527-2003.
• Union Presbyterian Church, Wednesday Lenten service "from Pride to Humility," 6:15 p.m., church sanctuary, 2707 5th St., Monroe. Information: 325-2519.
• YARNS Ewenited Yarn Artists and Rural Neighborhood Spinners, potluck and project session, 4 to 8 p.m., River Valley Trading Company, 204 S. Main St., Blanchardville. Information: (608) 523-1888.
THURSDAY, MARCH 13
• Alcoholics Anonymous, early bird meeting, 10 a.m., Crossroads Community Church, Monroe, 2003 10th St., Monroe.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, (Big Book) 7 p.m., Congregational United Church of Christ, E. 201 23rd St., Brodhead.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, Big Book Study) 7 p.m., Grace United Methodist Church, 326 W. Pearl, Belleville.
• Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m., St. John's United Church of Christ, 1724 14th St., Monroe.
• Market on the Square, spring organization meeting for seasoned and potential vendors, 6 p.m., Wisconsin Community Bank, Monroe. Information: Monroe Main Street, 328-4023 or monroemainstreet@tds.net.
• Monroe Public Library, picture book stories for children ages 3 to 6 years, 10 a.m., 925 16th Ave., Monroe. Information: (608) 328-7010.
• Monroe Stamp and Postcard Club, discussing Monroe's 150th anniversary and covers for this celebration, 7 p.m., Monroe Public Library, Monroe. Information: days 328-8960 or evenings 328-2827.
• Monticello Public Library, movie night for kids (school age children), 5:30 p.m., 512 E. Lake Ave., Monticello. Information: (608) 938-4011.
• School District of Monticello, referendum information meeting, 7:30 p.m., high school band room.
• Turner Hall of Monroe, Ratskeller Restaurant, style ala carte, free noon hour fashion show from das Baumhaus, noon, Turner Hall. Information (608) 325-3461 or www.TurnerHallofMonroe.org
FRIDAY, MARCH 14
• American Legion Post 84 of Monroe, Friday night fish fry and weekly special corned beef and cabbage, serving 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1627 12th Ave., Monroe. Call 325-4244 after 3 p.m. for banquet and meeting facility reservations.
• Belleville Public Library, storytime, 10 a.m., 130 S. Vine St., Belleville. Information: (608) 424-1812.
• Brodhead Memorial Public Library, preschool storytime for children ages 3 and up, 10 a.m., 902 W. 2nd Ave., Brodhead. Information: (608) 897-4070.
• McConnell United Methodist Church, euchre card party, 6:30 p.m., at the church, 211 N. Hulbert Rd., McConnell.
• Monroe Public Library, teen group meeting to plan teen programs and activities for the summer, 3:30 p.m., library, 925 16th Ave., Monroe.
• Monticello PTO, family fun night, 6 to 8 p.m., Monticello school.
• New Glarus Public Library, preschool storytime, 10 a.m., 319 2nd St., New Glarus. Information: (608) 527-2003.
• Orangeville High School, presents the Broadway musical "Singin' in the Rain," 7 p.m., Terry Miller Memorial Gymnasium at the high school, Orangeville.
• River Valley Trading Company, neighborhood brew share, 7 p.m., 204 S. Main St., Blanchardville. Information: (608) 523-1888.
• StateLine Ice and Community Expo, Last open skate of the season, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 1632 4th Ave. West, Monroe. Information: 325-7465.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2312, Friday night fish fry, serving 5 to 8:30 p.m., 1428 17th St., Monroe. Call 325-3338 for hall rental for banquets and parties.
