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Rotary Clubs of the Coulee Region present Rotary Lights 2010

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Rotary Clubs of the Coulee Region announce the 15th annual Rotary Lights display.  This annual tradition that began back in 1995 as a gift to the Coulee Region is a cooperative effort of the eight Rotary Clubs, numerous non-profit groups and volunteer organizations.
The size of the event has grown as well with nearly 200,000 visitors per year enjoying the holiday tradition. In addition there is a Live Nativity, Live Reindeer, 5K Fun Run/Walk, Hay Rides and a parade through town to kick it all off just to mention a few.

The Rotary Lights is held in beautiful Riverside Park where you can drive or walk and admire the spectacular light displays.  The Park opens Friday November 26 with a parade starting from downtown at 5 PM.  There-after the park opens daily at 5 PM thru New Years Eve and the park closes each day at 10 PM.

Admission: FREE.  Donations of cash or non-perishable food at exit of park appreciated.  All proceeds go to benefit the local food banks.

Be sure to add Sparta Wisconsin’s Holiday Parade and Holiday in the Park event as well to your travel plans. This event in Sparta is held only on December 3rd in the downtown area.

Make your plans now to include our Sparta Wisconsin Bed & Breakfast when you come to Sparta or La Crosse for all your lodging needs.

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Razzle Dazzle Art Review 2010 in Sparta, WI

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November 26-27th, 2010 come to Sparta, Wisconsin for the 21st Razzle Dazzle Art Review at the SpARTa Art and Fine Craft Cooperative Expressions Studio, at 117 S. Water Street.
Join Expressions Art Studio and Gallery in Historic Downtown Sparta for two days of Special Holiday Shopping, sales and demonstrations for the artist lover in your life.

Need more information contact http://www.bikesparta.com/  608-269-4123

Spend your pre-holiday shopping at the Razzle Dazzle Art show while staying at our Sparta Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast.

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Rails to Trails Full & Half Marathon races, Norwalk WI 2010

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Mark your calendar now to come out to Norwalk Wisconsin on November 7 for the 3rd Annual Rails to Trails Marathon races. Be it that you attend as a participant or a spectator, the Rails to Trails Marathon is a fun and exciting marathon race which is not only a race for die-hard runners, but is walker friendly as well.
In addition to the full marathon there will also be a half marathon, 1 mile Fun Run, 5K and a Chicken-Que which is included in the full Marathon and half Marathon entry fee.  Click Here for the complete schedule.
For those who want to run the marathon races, there are aid stations with water, sprort drinks and medical aid available every 2 miles.

If you arrive on November 6, there is a Spaghetti Dinner at the Norwalk Community Center which is included in the Marathon and half Marathon entry fee as well.

Make your plans now to include thee premier Sparta Wisconsin Bed & Breakfast when you come to Sparta for all your lodging needs.

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Twilight On Water Street 2010, Sparta Wisconsin

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The 3rd annual Twilight on Water Street in Historic Downtown Sparta is October 14, 2010.

Hurry and get tickets because there are only 250 tickets available! From 5:00 – 7:00pm receive a gift bag and special items at each store and walk thru the shops of Historic Downtown Sparta and enjoy shopping, dessert, a Style Show and prizes at Jake’s starting at 7:30pm!

Advance Tickets will be sold at the Quilt Corner Sept 27-Oct 1 only.  Post-advance tickets go on sale October 2 at participating Water Street merchants for $10 each.

Contact the Sparta Chamber at 608-269-4123 if you have questions.

The Quilt Corner is just a block from the Franklin Victorian Sparta Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast and is a wonderful quilt shop that brings people and bus tours from all over the area.

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Sparta Wisconsin Fall Fest 2010 in Historic Downtown Sparta

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SPARTA WISCONSIN FALL FEST, Saturday October 2nd, 2010 in Historic Downtown Sparta.  Presented by the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce. Come out to Sparta and Celebrate Fall!!

Attend the Sparta Wisconsin Fall Fest and you could win great prizes, take part in a Pie Contest, Pumpkin Decorating Contest, watch a Pet & People Costume parade and much more!  Come and shop in the Historic Downtown District for fantastic sales during the Fall Fest! 

Other events at the Fall Fest from 10am – Noon; Airing of the Quilt, Live Mannequins, Farmer’s Market, Petting Farm with Beezley Alpacas.

If you have questions contact the Sparta Chamber at 608-269-4123.
Franklin Victorian Sparta Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast is just 2 blocks from all the events and activities so while you are relaxing in enjoy Fall you can have plenty to do.

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St. Pats Summerfest 2010 in Sparta Wisconsin

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Come to the St. Pats Summerfest in Sparta Wisconsin on August 7th & 8th, 2010.

There will be bingo, beer tent, music, petting zoo, booths, and games for kids and adults.
An auction 9:00 on Saturday and on Sunday a Roast chicken dinner to cap it all off.

With summer starting to wind down, you wont want to miss this family fun event.
Give us a call at our Wisconsin bed & breakfast to book your Wisconsin getaway today.

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Crazee Daze Extravaganza, Wisconsin Weekend Getaway

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Shop and save at the Crazee Daze Annual Extravaganza of summer sales in Sparta. In addition there is also a Woman’s Softball tournament.

You’re bound to have a ball at this year’s Crazee Daze Extravaganza!

July 23rd – 25th, 2010

Come for a Wisconsin weekend getaway to our Wisconsin bed & breakfast and enjoy this yearly event in downtown Sparta.
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Bike Sparta

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Bike Sparta: “Saturday, September 11th, 2010
Sparta, WI
Calling all home beer brewers and wine makers to the 1st annual “On the Trail Homebrew and Wine Making Contest”!!
Test your skills and you could become the “2010 On the Trail Brewmaster or Vitner of the Year” at the 1st Annual On the Trail Beer & Wine Challenge in Sparta, WI. The cost to enter is $5.00 per entry!
The Winner will receive a Gold Medal & Cash Prize.
(Bragging Rights – That’s Priceless!)
Bronze & Silver Medals for runner ups
Amateur Homebrew Contest Registration Form – Click here!
Beer Bottle Identification Form – Click here!
Amateur Wine Making Contest Registration Form – Click here!
Wine Bottle Identification Form – Click here!”
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Fort McCoy Armed Forces Day Open House, Sparta, Wisconsin

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Saturday, May 15
9 am- 3 pm

  • Military Equipment & Demonstrations
  • Camouflage Face Painting
  • Interactive Marksmanship Gallery
  • Personalized Dog Tags
  • Narrated Installation Bus Tours

Refreshments Available for Purchase
…Much, Much, More!
Free admission & Parking. Located off Hwy. 21 between Sparta & Tomah, Wi. Enter at Gate 15 & follow signs. For more information, call 608-388-2407 or visit www.mccou.army.mil

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Wisconsin National Trails Day, June 5

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Saturday, June 5

Join Bob Lee for a 10:00 am Walk on the trail near Sparta. Meet at the Sparta Depot, 111 Milwaukee St, in Sparta. Join us as we explore a few remnants of the area’s original plant community. Refreshments afterwards. For more information call the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce at 800-354-2453.