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Area Recreation Calendar of Events Winter Activities

Black River State Forest Candlelight, Wisconsin- Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast

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Black River State Forest Annual candlelight ski/hike/snowshoe is scheduled for Saturday, February 4, 2012, from 6 to 9 pm.

The event will begin and end at the Smrekar Trail Parking Lot located four miles East of Millston on county Rd O, then North for a mile on Smrekar Road.

The event is sponsored by the Black River Forest Trail Foundation as a fundraiser to support operations of this trail system.

The event will be held with or without snow, AND WE NOW HAVE SNOW!
For more information, call 715-284-4103

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Cabin Fever – Chili Walk and Wine Tasting in Tomah, Wisconsin- Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast

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Jump Start  your Spirits with some Spicy Chili, Savory soup or Stew and Great Wine Tasting!
Sample Chili or Soup at Participating Merchants in Tomah, Wisconsin.  By sampling and voting you will eligible to win 2 Gift Baskets filed with items donated by the Participating Merchants.

  • A Taste of Wisconsin
  • Antique/Cranberry country Mall
  • Area Community Theatre
  • Burnstad’s European Restaurant
  • Gallery 1012
  • Heartland Cranberry Mall
  • J&R Variety
  • Tomah Cash Store and more….
February 18, 2012
Chili / Soup Tasting: 11 am – 4 pm at Participating Shops in Tomah Wisconsin.
Wine Tasting: 4 pm – 6pm at Burnstad’s Restaurant in Tomah Wisconsin.
Tickets: $5.00 per person

All Proceed will go to the Neighbor for Neighbor Food Pantry.
Tickets go on Sale February 1st. at participating stores and at the Tomah Area Chamber of Commerce, 901 Kilbourn Avenue in Tomah, Wisconsin.
http://www.tomahwisconsin.com/

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Norwegian Bake Sale in Sparta, WI

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Would you like to get some yummy Norwegian bake goods? Come to the Norwegian Bake Sale, Hosted by: Leon Garden Club. Homemade by “the Leon Lefse Ladies”.

  • Lefse, Rosettes, Christmas Cookies, Krumkake, Breads/Pies, Sandbakkles and Candies, oh my….

Starting at 8:30 am on Saturday, December 10th at Leon Town Hall, 8108 JackRabbit Ave, South of Sparta off Hwy 27.

  • A little history of Lefse…is a traditional Norwegian flatbread made of potatoes. Commonly on holiday such as Thanksgiving and Christmas it is served.
  • There are many types of lefse, but the main ingredients are almost always the same: sugar, flour, salt and milk, and cream or shortening.
  • The dough is rolled out using a corrugated rolling pin to remove any air pockets. Then using a griddle to make.

    At the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast innkeeper Jennifer remembers the memories or her grandmother and father all Norwegian serving this during their visits. She keeps the tradition going with her family. Loves it the best when served warm and with butter.

Come and help out the area ladies and support them for the holidays.

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Kornfest 2011 in Holmen, Wisconsin

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Kornfest in Holmen on August 19th – 21st. Begining on Friday night with fireworks and on Saturday a parade on at 11am.

What would a festival be without food, well, KornFest has it, fresh corn on the cob, chicken BBQ and other food will be available. There will be live music, a carnival, water fights. Other entertainment at the festival will be tractor pulls, horseshoe tournament, volleyball, softball and concessions.

Car show on Sunday at Holmen Middle School.

Entry fees required for participating in the Parade and attending Car Show.

The KornFest event is sponsored by the Holmen Lions Club and takes place at Halfway Creek Park & American Legion, 419 W. 1st Ave. Holmen. 608-526-4444

Come stay at our Sparta Wisconsin Bed & Breakfast while your attending this family fun event.

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Driftless Area Art Festival at Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin

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Driftless Area Art Festival 2011 at Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin for Two days.
Celebrating the Visual, Performing, and Culinary Arts of the Driftless Area.
80 Visual Artists, Live Music, Local Foods
FREE Admission and Parking
Located at Beauford T. Anderson Park, Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin

Saturday, September 17, 2011
10:00- 5:00
Sunday, September 18, 2011
10:00-4:00

Spend a few hours strolling through the exhibits and meet with the artists. Talk with them to learn the source of inspiration and way in which it was created for the piece you plan to take home.

Come and celebrate the beauty and artistry of the Driftless Area while staying at our Sparta bed and breakfast and join us for the sixth annual Driftless Area Art Festival  in Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin. No matter which direction you are coming from, you’ll enjoy a scenic, meandering journey through wooded hills and deep valleys to this heavenly place known as the Driftless Area.

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Save the Date- Twilight on Water Street 2011, Sparta, Wisconsin

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Save the Date! Twilight on Water Street 2011 
Thursday, September 8, 2011
5-7 pm Shop Downtown Sparta 
7-9 pm Club 16 for Dessert, Music, Fashion Show and Prizes
Many chances to win!
To be eligible for Fabulous prises donated by participating Downtown Merchants, visit 8 or more participating Downtown Businesses.

More info in participating Downtown Businesses and more info later on this Blog.

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

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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

Calendar of Events National Egg Month Recipes

May is National Egg Month

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Did you know that May is National Egg Month? That’s right!  Here’s a delicious egg recipe from the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast in Sparta, Wisconsin.  This is a great recipe that has guests asking for the recipe so we will share…. Enjoy and see more Delicious recipes on our website recipe page!

Salsa Egg Bake

Take a small ramekin dish and spray with non-stick spray. (Or you can use muffin tins)

Add shredded cheese to cover bottom

Add about 1 Tablespoon of Any Type of Salsa. We like to use salsa with ranch or pineapple salsa.

Break open one egg over salsa and break open yolk.

Top with move shredded cheese (Any flavors that melts well). You can top with fresh chive too!

Pour in 1 tsp. cream or milk.

Bake at 375 for 15 minutes or till lightly brown this is a very simple and flexible recipe, can be used for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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Earth Day 2011 at Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast, Sparta, Wisconsin

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Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast is a Certified Travel Green Destination thru the Wisconsin Department of Tourism for our green practices with a green score of 86. Today, Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast remains committed to continually seeking ways to be kinder to the environment while pampering guest in luxury. While the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast strives to deliver exceptional comfort and service to each guest, it continues to incorporate newer products and eco-friendly practices to do so in a greener manner to ensure that the natural beauty of  Wisconsin is preserved for future generations to visit.

In being environmentally proactive is to help guests experience an area’s natural beauty, unique wildlife and history.

 Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast is committed to helping our guests indulge in the amenities offered at the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast guilt free, as a means to renew and restore their own personal energy often depleted from the demands of everyday life and to better able them to make greener decisions in their own lives.
  

Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast Environmental Mission Statement
We are committed to:

Making environmental considerations part of our everyday business decision- making process including but not limited to purchasing products made from recycled materials, purchasing energy star rated appliances, buying local, and buying products in bulk and supporting the local community;

Soliciting feedback and suggestions from our guests regarding the B&B’s environmental practices;

Green Practices at Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast:
The list of environmentally-friendly practices in use at Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast is long, ranging from widespread use of compact fluorescent to donation and recycling of old towels, clothing, re-cycle shampoo and soaps to “Clean the World” national charities which we are partner with.

Purchase and use of energy efficient appliances

Recycle printer supplies

Donation of old linens and towels for re-use at Animal Shelters, old bathrobes for local Women’s Domestic Violence Shelter

Recycling area for newspapers, plastic, glass, and cans

Post placards to give options that are available for guest participation in being “green”

Use of all “Shaklee” cleaning and laundry products

Use of environmentally friendly packaging for guest room amenities

Towel Program – change towels upon request by guest

Use reusable cups for coffee and beverages in common areas

Purchase locally grown, organic products and bulk products where possible

And many more…..be green and help our Earth!

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Marathon on the Mississippi La Crosse Fitness Festival

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The Festival Foods La Crosse Fitness Festival is a two-day celebration that gives area residents and visitors from across the country an opportunity to enjoy active, aerobic outdoor events amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of the Mississippi River Valley. The wide range of activities–from a full marathon to a 5-kilometer walk, youth events and cycling events–offers challenges to both experienced and novice athletes of all ages and fitness levels. Proceeds from the Festival Foods La Crosse Fitness Festival are donated to the St. Clare Health Mission, Youth Enrichment Association, and Special Olympics of La Crosse.
Marathon-A scenic 26.2 mile race through the cities of La Crosse and Onalaska. Half Marathon

A 13.1 mile race around the south side of La Crosse.
5K Run/Walk
Kick off the La Crosse Fitness Festival by racing or walking this scenic loop starting in Riverside Park.
Marathon Relay

Share the experience of a marathon by dividing the distance with your friends.
Bike Tour
Enjoy a leisurely ride through the coulee region on one of three different bike tours.
Cycling Criterium
A fast, flat, 0.7 mile loop of road bike race on closed city streets of historic downtown La Crosse.
Cycling Time Trial
Test your endurance with a 2.5 mile ride up Grandad Bluff.
Children’s Events
Free races from 100 yards to 800 yards for children up through Grade 6.
Corporate Team Challenge
A team challenge that encourages maximum participation of co-workers at all fitness levels.
Fitness Expo
Learn about fitness and health; purchase fitness gear and nutritional supplements.
For a place to stay while attending the Festival come to the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast, in Sparta, WI just about 25 minutes from La Crosse. You can relax and enjoy your time while in the beautiful area of Southwest Wisconsin. 608-366-1427 or see our website for more infomation.