Monthly Archives: June 2011

Biking State Bike Trails

Wisconsin State Bike Trails

Wisconsin State Bike Trails offer something for everyone in every season of the year. These trails are perfect for a close-to-home bike ride, a fun day trip, or an adventurous weekend getaway. These trails link urban places to country spaces and let you explore all the beauty of Wisconsin at your own pace. Historic sites, parks, lakes and creeks, and charming small towns are waiting for you to discover them!

To find trail ideas, use this link…http://dnr.wi.gov/org/land/parks/specific/elroysparta/ or http://www.bikesparta.com/

Area Recreation bed and breakfast Bike Trails Biking Sparta fun Activities traveling green

Summer Live in Harmony at Wisconsin Bed & Breakfast

Summer in Sparta, How to Live in Harmony with yourself, Trust your sense of Values  click on this link…

As Summer sunshine is a welcome addition to our Hidden Valleys area community.  The streets are abuzz with activity as shop owners and restaurants open their doors in anticipation of another wonderful Summer season in Sparta. 

Concerts in the Park Sparta fun Activities

Concerts in the Park, Sparta, WI

Mark your Calendars,  great your friends and get out for this Summers outdoor concert in the park, just two block from the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast on Wednesdays during the summer months from our band shell located in tree -hearty Evans Bosshard Park, Hwy 16 East right here in Sparta, WI. Be sure to bring your lawn chair or blanket. Hearty Concessions will be offered at each Concert -enjoy dinner and music in the beautiful park.

Start time: 7 PM Concerts are free and open to the public. Donations are appreciated.

Enjoy these fab performances at the 2011 Concerts in the Park:
June 15 Maggie Mae & The Heartland Country Band
June 22 The Dang-its
June 29 3 Beers til Dubuque
July 6 312th Army Band
July 13 Rusty Star
July 20 The Copperhollow Band
July 27 Gary & The Ridgeland Dutchmen
Aug 3 Red Sky Warning
Aug 10 Orange Blossom Special
Aug 17 The Pat Watters Band

* In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be held at Sparta High School Auditorium.

Area Recreation Bike Trails Biking Birding Cheesemakers Tours Gas Saving

Staycations Ideas in Wisconsin Stay Closer To Home

Is your Staycations keeping you closer to your home this year due to Gas prices?  If so, come to the Hidden Valleys of Southwest Wisconsin. Sparta, WI is close to so many things to do and see. Stay at the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast and you will be able to do biking, canoeing, golfing, birding, go to cheese shops, wineries and so much more.  You may see all the area activities on our website.  We look forward to hosting you during your Wisconsin Summer “Staycations”.  Check out our gas card special and other activities specials on our website. See you soon!

Butterfest Calendar of Events Concerts Contests Events Festival Food News Quilting Sparta fun Activities

Sparta Butterfest Festival JUNE 9TH – 12TH, 2011 – Sparta, WI

June 9-12, 2011 – Sparta, WI VISIT US ONLINE! http://www.spartabutterfest.com/ and on Facebook.
Butterfest is excited to bring you so many events: The greatest fest food, Exciting Rides & Games, Art/Craft/Flea market, Spartafest Poker Run/Ride, Lumberjack Shows, Great Entertainment and Bands, The Freezers on Friday, The Pat Watters Band on Sat, and Bob & the Beachcombers on Sunday, A Wonderful Car Show, Butterfest Royalty, Miss Sparta Pageant, Parade on Sunday,  Men’s Hockey Tournament , Quilt Show, Softball Tournament, Sparta Stampede Run/Walk Firemen’s Water Fights, and the famous Milking Contest to just mention a few….

CLICK TO SEE BROCHURE AND DOWNLOAD YOUR OWN COPY OF OUR 2011 SPARTA BUTTERFEST EVENT GUIDE