Category Archives: Wisconsin

Southwest Wisconsin Wine Trail and Sparta, Wisconsin

March 31, 2013 – 11:07 pm

Today the Sun is shining, the birds are singing and the snow is melting in Southwest Wisconsin. There is hope that this summer will make memories for you all as you travel to the Southwest part of Wisconsin and visit the many places to see and many things to do.

We hope are you are making your plans to adventure to Southwest Wisconsin you visit the making wine tasting adventures through some of the most beautiful areas of hilly Southwestern Wisconsin. You will fine grape wines, many made from grapes grown by the winery, fruit wines and mead (wine made from honey). These wines range from dry to sweet and we know you will find a wine for your palates. Check out our Wisconsin Wine Page on our website for many to visit as you travel….And of course you can purchase some Wisconsin Cheese Too!!

Spurgeon Vineyards & Winery
Whispering Winds Winery
Bauer-Kearns Winery
Sinnippe Valley Vineyard & Winery2013 Calendar of Events – We have maps available at the B&B

The Great Wine & Chocolate Trail – Memorial Day weekend, May 25 & 26
The Wine & Cheese Sampler Trail – June 15 & 16
A Way COOL Wine Trail – July 13 & 14
The Wurst-Wine Trail EVER, August 17 & 18
All events run for 2 days for your enjoyment and convenience and tickets will need to be purchased and any of the listed winery.

We know that you will be coming on your adventure and “Let Us Take Care of You” it will be our pleasure. We will let you relax at our bed and breakfast here in Sparta, WI and you will have a wonderful time at our Award-Winning Bed & Breakfast.

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Food Sparta Wisconsin

Grow Local, Buy Local in Sparta, Wisconsin

November 10, 2012 – 10:01 pm

We support and enjoy that Sparta, Wisconsin has businesses that “Grow Local and Buy Local”. At the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast we love to shop and send our guests to this business. We will highlight one business in the post. “Northwood Country Market“. One of many Unique Stores in the Area. Northwood Country Market is Owned & Operated by the Kilmer Family, Since 2001.

Large selection of Organic and Gluten Free Foods
Over 30 Kinds of Cheese, you can purchase sliced or chunked
Large selection of Deli Meats, Cut to your specifications
They are known for their choice beef and other fresh meats

Bulk foods galore! Candy, nuts, snacks, dried fruit, spices, Pastas and More!
In many seasons they offer locally grown produce, seasonal fruits by the case.

Please make sure to add this business to your plans when visiting our area.

Located-
1003 W. Wisconsin ST
Sparta, WI 54656
608-269-9005
Open Monday thru Sat. , closed Sunday

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10th Leon Gatorfest near Sparta, Wisconsin August 24,25,26 – 2012

August 3, 2012 – 9:06 pm

Have you ever been to a “Stand Still” Parade? Well now is the time to come and be part of it and see for yourself what all the fun is about. Leon Gatorfest feature this “Stand Still” parade where the parade stand still and the people walk by.

August 24,25,26- 2012
FREE PARKING and ADMISSION IS FREE
This fun fest features fun for all ages with-

Sat. at 9 am Karen Wright Greeno Memorial 5k Run/Walk Registration @ 8am.
Live Music by The El Ciminos (www.thecaminos.com) on August 25th from 8-12 pm.
Chicken-Q on Sat.
Kid games and inflatables
Food & more Food (including gator), ice cream
Craft & Art show
Laundry basket softball
Live reptile exhibit
Tractor exhibit
Bean Bag Tournament
Fireworks- weather permitting
Sun. Stand Still Parade

Located at the Leon Community Center – Leon Wisconsin, 4 miles south of Sparta on Hwy. 27 “A Big Time in a Small Town”.
Come and stay at the Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast for the fun fill weekend.

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Calendar of Events Driftless Area Festival Trips Wisconsin

Driftless Area ART Festival 2012, in Wisconsin

July 25, 2012 – 12:00 am

“Mark Your Calendars” – 2012 Driftless Area Art Festival will be held on
September 15, 10:00 – 5:00 and September 16, 10:00 – 4:00

The Festival is Located in Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin and for lodging you are welcome to come and be our guests here at the
Franklin Victorian Bed & Breakfast in Sparta, WI while you visit the area and the festival.
The Driftless Area Art Festival is a celebration of the visual, performance, and culinary arts of the Driftless Area, which includes Southwest Wisconsin, Northwest Iowa, Southeast Minnesota, and Northwest Illinois. Just in its 8th year, it is already being recognized as a unique regional event. Not only is the event itself a pleasure, but the trip there– though the scenic Driftless Area in fall colors– is a enjoyable and memorable experience. Come, enjoy the scenery and experience the drive threw the area and all it has to offer everyone!

To learn more go to: www.DriftlessAreaArtFestival.com
For additional information, contact:
Jerry and Liz Quebe, Co-chairs (608) 624-3600
info@DriftlessAreaArtFestival.com

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bed and breakfast Eco-Freindly Wisconsin

Our Sparta Wisconsin Bed and Breakfast Inn has Modern Appeal

March 26, 2012 – 3:15 pm

A growing number of bed and breakfast inns in Wisconsin are swapping out the lace doilies and patchwork quilts for a modern look, attracting younger and more urban travelers. “They want the warmth of a bed and Breakfast inn but with a modern feel”.

We have designed our guest areas and rooms to provide the travelers with a modern bed and breakfast experience favoring clean, top quality, uncluttered design and refined color palettes to blend in with the period architectural qualities of our Historic Bed and Breakfast.

We have Free Wi-Fi, Free Parking, Free Wonderful Home Cooked Breakfast, cozy sheets and so much more.

Come be our guests at a Historic B&B with the modern things you need at The Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast in Sparta, WI.

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Calendar of Events Sparta State Bike Trails Wisconsin

Best Place to Visit Sharing Sparta, Wisconsin with You

January 30, 2012 – 2:00 pm

Sparta, Wisconsin has so many things to offer everyone. It is a wonderful place to live, raise a family and great things are happening here.
We want you to click on this link of a New Awesome Video our City just has posted.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoND1jj-eAE

Sparta is a city in and the county seat of Monroe County, Wisconsin, United States, along the La Crosse River. The population was 9,522 at the 2010 census.

Climate- Sparta’s location in the United States’ upper midwest gives the area a temperate, continental climate. The warmest month of the year is July, with an average high temperature of 85°F (29°C), with overnight low temperatures averaging 63°F (18°C). January is the coldest month, with high temperatures averaging 26°F (-4°C), with the overnight low temperatures around 6°F (-14°C).

Transportation-The Sparta/Fort McCoy Airport serves general aviation for the area. Railroad tracks owned by Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) pass through Sparta providing freight service.
The city is served by several major highways, including Interstate 90, Wisconsin State Highway 16, Wisconsin State Highway 21, Wisconsin State Highway 27,and Wisconsin State Highway 71.

Annual Events see our Website http://www.franklinvictorainbb.com/ for calendar events and come to the Franklin Victorian Bed and Breakfast for your stay. We are open all year and have the best waiting for you.

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