We headed out to Stratford Heritage Days today for some cultural fun. The schedule was filled with dancing demonstrations from around the world, music, historical cemetery tours, a small carnival, car show and a bit of food. The historical museum was also open for a peek. As we wandered towards the carnival we were greeted […]
Tag Archives | Wisconsin
Bill would allow alcohol sales at 6:00am
Normally, when you would want to pick up a six pack of beer, you would have to wait until 8:00am for the liquor department in the grocery store to open. Now a bill is working its way through the Wisconsin legislature to allow off site alcohol sales as early at 6:00am. Local grocers say the […]
Blue Mound’s Cave of the Mounds
Looking for an underground adventure right in our back yard? Head on over a little west of Madison to the town of Bluemound for a tour of the Cave of the Mounds. This cave, accidentally discovered in 1939 is a rare treat for a state who’s topography has been formed by the glaciers. Bobby Tanzilo […]
Can the brewery bill harm craft brewers?
A provision that has silently been added into the next Wisconsin State budget bill could have a negative impact on the small craft brewer within the state. Since prohibition, the state has relied on a three tier system of manufacturing, distributing, and retailing for beer sales. Breweries could hold both brewing permits and wholesale and […]
State tourism gets boost in funding
With the effects of the economy still lingering, the Wisconsin State Department of Tourism is looking to further promote vacationing in Wisconsin to the neighboring states of Michigan and Illinois. With most vacation destinations accessible by one tank of gas or less, Wisconsin can be seen as an affordable alternative to longer trips: To encourage these types […]
Great pictures of nesting baby robins
I’ve got a set of baby robins nesting on my front porch. It’s been a real treat to watch these birds hatch just outside my front window. As the the birds grow, I’ve continued to take pictures of their growth process; you can see the whole story on my sister blog, blog.buylocalwausau.com. Enjoy. Buy Local […]
Walter’s Antique Toy Repair & Lawnmower Repair… & Museum!
By Christine on April 13, 2011 in Antiques, Family, museums, Roadside Attractions, Travel, Yellowstone Trail
On my way to Eau Claire this past week I decided to get off of Highway 29 and explore beyond the obvious building just off the highway. So when the exit for Curtiss came up I hopped off and headed toward town. I found a great display outside the Curtiss Community Center all about the […]
Thinking about summer?
By Christine on January 30, 2011 in Agricultural Tourism, County Fairs, Events, Festivals, Travel, Travel Planning
Has your mind started wandering and looking for signs of warmer weather? If you are starting to plan your summer activities be sure to stop by the Wisconsin Fairs website to check out the schedule of fairs for the summer. Not all the entertainment information has been updated yet, but the 2011 dates have been added. […]
The ice road cometh… but not quite yet!
The ice road from Bayfield to Madeline Island is not quite ready yet. The snow has been insulating the ice making the ice not yet stable enough car travel. They are hoping the upcoming cold weather will help solidify the ice. Until that time the wind sled is up and running. Check out the schedule here: http://madferry.com. […]
Oil filters no longer allowed in WI Landfills
Starting January 1, 2011, do it yourselfers will no longer be able to dispose of used oil filters and oil absorbant materials in their regular garbage. More than a year ago, Governor Doyle signed into law legislation banning the filters and other oily materials from entering the landfills in the state. Wisconsin has been recycling […]