By Nolan Arentz – Sculpting the Next Generation of Driftless Music Nope, not the place where you go to get an oil change or where a guy disappears for hours at a time. This Garage is a little bit rowdier and for a crowd where most of the attendees aren’tContinue Reading
By Ben Potaracke – Tapas. What are Tapas anyway? The word Tapas is used to describe a smaller portion or snack-size of any dish. I love going out for tapas because it allows you to try different dishes. I’m sure you have been in this situation. You are seatedContinue Reading
By Jenn Peitscher – Keep going, it’s not what you might be expecting to hear from a rule-following almost 40 year old. And we found out from our “Never Have I Ever” game that I may not be as much of a rule follower as I thought, but I’m veryContinue Reading
The location in downtown Austin is approximately 14,000 square feet in size and comprises seven main galleries. These include Can Central, “the heart of the museum” the World Market, where visitors can learn about the advertising and use of Spam and Spam recipes from 44 different nations. The Spam ShopContinue Reading
“The fire stick was like a paintbrush. Touch it here in a small dab, and you’ve made a meadow for elk; a light scatter there burns off brush so the oaks make more acorns.” -Robin Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants. This month,Continue Reading
By Rick Pedersen – “Ahoy me hearties” and gather round while I spin the tail of Skeleton Crew Brew. It’s a hideaway containing the most excellent ale, a buccaneer can get his hands on, along with as many fine wines a lad or lass dares to ever dream of drinking.Continue Reading
I was 31 when I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016. “You are young and healthy; you’ll handle the treatments well” the doctors said. But you just said I had breast cancer I would think to myself, how could I also be ‘healthy.’ It was hard to believe, meContinue Reading
We Brew. Everybody Drinks. Repeat.Meet the Brew Crew … Back in 1999, craft beers were revolutionizing America’s beer culture. That same year, Brewmaster Joe Katchever founded Pearl Street Brewery – with only a dream, a 1984 Eagle Wagon, and a trailer packed with brewery equipment driven from Colorado to theContinue Reading
About Mines of Spain Trail Races Mines of Spain 100 – 100 Miles | 100 KilometersDubuque, Iowa This is a true Midwest trail race set in the beautiful bluffs, prairies and forests of the Driftless region of eastern Iowa amongst the scenic setting of the Mississippi river valley! The raceContinue Reading
David Barron began fly-fishing in 1960 on the spring creeks of the Missouri and began tying flies a few years later. He began teaching fly-fishing in 1985 and has conducted classes, schools and seminars throughout the US. In 1993 he became one of the first Federations of Fly Fishers certifiedContinue Reading
There is fun for the whole family in Freeport and Stephenson County. Enjoy our parks, museums and other indoor and outdoor activities for kids and families. Krape Park Explore beautiful Krape Park, awarded “Outstanding Multi-use Facility” by the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association. Heavily wooded Krape Park features a picturesqueContinue Reading
Seeking winter joy? As the drifts build up and the sidewalks ice over, you’ll find the perfect antidote in southern Wisconsin’s Green County. Instead of layers of fleece, the odds are stacked in your favor with layers of cheese. And nothing says “comfort food” better than a dish featuring meltyContinue Reading
So, what’s your story? How long have you been here in the Driftless, Were you born in the Driftless? What keeps you here in the Driftless?A native Illinoisan, I have visited the Driftless area since childhood. I’ve lived in the area since 1992 and love the beauty, nature, and allContinue Reading
By Rick Pedersen – Finding a passion for the outdoors can occur at any age, and the inspirational story of Dana Sacia is a great example to prove that point. Dana is a self-described city girl gone country. She was born and raised in the city and graduated in 1993.Continue Reading
Join Us! Expect to have fun and learn a new skill! This class is perfect for beginners or dancers wanting to improve their skills. Each class will have a simple warm-up, instructed footwork, and then partner dancing. But no need to bring a partner! Each class will be one hourContinue Reading
Celebrate the start of this holiday season at the Motor Mill Historic Site! In addition tothe traditional lighting of the Motor Mill Bridge, the Inn will also feature Christmas decorthis year. As you step into the Inn you will get to experience Christmas from two different timeperiods. The Pioneer ParlorContinue Reading
Join us at Children’s Theater of Madison for a Youth Star Theater Experience. Get a behind the scenes look at a theater production, shaper in your improve and acting skills. Youth Star Theater Experience. When:November 23rd, 20241-3pm Where:1055 E Mifflin StMadison, WI 53703 Continue Reading
Join Us! The award wining singer-songwriter, Andy Hughes is joining us for another great night of entertainment at Two Fathoms Brewing. He has been a staple of the Midwest music scene for over 20 years and has a wide range of music with a style all his own. Influenced byContinue Reading
Get ready for a heartwarming holiday experience as Downtown Baraboo is transformed into a magical wonderland of festive joy for the Downtown Baraboo Community Christmas Market! Shop at your favorite downtown Baraboo stores, enjoy caroling by local groups, warm up by a fire ring, and shop local vendors on OakContinue Reading