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Strawberry Pickin…

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365 Things To Do in Lake Geneva, WI searches to provide you with affordable, family friendly events and this one comes with a great big bonus to all you strawberry lovers out there. The Apple Barn Orchard and Winery in Elkhorn has announced that their strawberry patch is now open for the season.

Depending on picking conditions, the Strawberry Patch is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with two options for obtaining berries. You can head out to the patch to pick your own berries or call ahead and reserve pre-picked berries. Strawberry season runs for about 3 weeks from mid-June to early-July so don’t delay, or you may find yourself out of luck, because when they’re gone, they’re gone.

The Apple Barn Orchard and Winery recommends that you always call ahead to check on picking conditions before making the trip out. Be sure to take some time to check out their store while you are there. It is literally filled with goodies galore including Wisconsin cheese, honey, salsa, jellies and jams.

Plan to spend as much or as little time as you like. This is just a great and affordable way to spend a nice day with friends and family.

48th Annual Elkhorn Fireman’s Dance

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The Elkhorn Firehouse will be a busy place this Saturday, June 16th as they host the 48th Annual Elkhorn Fireman’s Dance. Food service begins at 5:00 p.m. with barbecue ribs, burgers, hot dogs and shredded chicken and pork sandwiches.

Tickets are $5 per person or 3 for $10. Live music begins at 5:00 p.m. with Novy Spinners, a two- piece band from the Milwaukee area. Wisconsin’s popular Cherry Pie takes the stage at 8:00 p.m. bringing lots of energy and great dance music.

Supporting our local first responders is a great way to let them know that you appreciate their service to our communities.

The Elkhorn Firehouse is located at 13 S. Broad Street.

Walworth County Dairy Breakfast…

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The 42nd Annual Walworth County Farm Bureau’s Dairy Breakfast is this Saturday, June 16th, so plan to head to the Walworth County Fairgrounds in Elkhorn.

The dairy breakfast is being served from 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and consists of deluxe scrambled eggs, pancakes, and sausage along with juice, coffee and of course, milk. There will be lots of great food available, so make sure you arrive hungry. Another dairy favorite is scheduled to make an appearance for the event, so plan to leave some room for ice cream.

Free bus rides to a nearby dairy farm will allow you to tour the farm and then return to the Fairgrounds to enjoy the small animal display, a craft fair, farm exhibits and a coffee cake contest. Tickets are $7.00 in advance and $8.00 at the breakfast. Children under 5 are free.

This is an affordable, fun filled family friendly event. Plan to spend some time on the farm this Saturday morning. Your kids will love it!

Pedal and Cup…

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Located on Hwy 120 just a few miles north of downtown Lake Geneva is the Pedal & Cup. This building constructed in 1910 was originally the site of the Springfield Train Depot and is now home to a quaint business offering bike rentals, lunch specials, smoothies and gourmet coffees and teas.

The location is also a great place to do a little shopping if you are looking for a unique gift for that special someone in your life. They carry a wonderful selection of gifts items including rugs, scarves, jewelry, soaps and salts, notecards and more, all made by local artists. Forgot your sunscreen and bug repellant? No problem, the store stocks a variety of those as well.

The historic building sits directly on the Wisconsin White River State Trail which runs from Burlington to Elkhorn and is a popular fairly level grade 11.5 mile path, making it perfect for cyclists, walkers and joggers. As a State Trail, anyone over the age of 16 is required to have a pass, which can be purchased before you get ready to ride. Bicycle rentals are available for all ages and include a bike helmet.

They are open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (weekends only) through September 3rd. Plan to stop in and check them out. If you have a bike, bring it. If not, rent one, grab a snack and go for a ride.

Lake Geneva Jaycees Annual Sandbox Fill…

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Hey folks, do you have a sandbox in your backyard that could use some fresh new sand? If so, this is your lucky day!

The Lake Geneva Jaycees are currently taking requests for sand which they will be delivering on Saturday, May 19th starting at 8:00 a.m., and did we mention that the sand and the delivery is FREE? You heard us, it’s FREE! Just complete this Request Form to get your name on the schedule.

Sand is being generously provided by Otto Jacobs and the manpower is donated by the Lake Geneva Jaycees. While they are offering to provide you with free sandbox sand, they do ask that you consider a donation to the Jaycees. They welcome donations in any amount, but ask that you consider that the donors provide the sand, trucks, time and fuel when deciding on an amount.

To order sand, simply visit their website and sign up.

Pizza with Picasso…

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Gallery 223 in downtown Lake Geneva offers an art class for kids ages 3 through Middle School on the second Tuesday of every month from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Art, in all its various forms, is a really great way to inspire your children’s creativity. ‘Pizza with Picasso’ provides your kids with a 2-hour workshop that includes various art activities, a take home project and a pizza dinner. Cost is $22.00 for the first child and $18.00 for each additional child.

To pre-register, please contact Anne Leback at [email protected].

Gallery 223 is located at 223 Broad Street in Lake Geneva.

Badger High School Greenhouse…

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The 26th Annual Badger High School FFA Greenhouse Spring Plant Sale opens Friday, May 4th, so whether you are looking for perennials, annual bedding plants, vegetables, herbs, shrubs or trees the Future Farmers of America from Badger High School have it all ready for the upcoming planting season. The opening day hours are 7:45AM to 4:30PM.

They have added lots of new plants and color variations again this year including African Daisies, Chinese Lanterns and Passion Flower Vines. You’ll be the envy of the neighborhood when everyone sees your gardens and planters. In addition to the impressive selection of plants being offered by the FFA students, the Art students will have clay pottery available for sale.

The Sale runs Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. thru May 19th and is open regular school days through Friday, May 23rd from 3:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. These kids work hard all year to provide the community with plants for your yards, so please consider supporting their efforts. Parking is available on the West side of the school near the greenhouses.

All proceeds from the sale of the plants will go toward leadership activities for the Badger FFA.

The Village Supper Club…

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Don’t feel like cooking? We’d suggest you consider a Wisconsin Friday Night Tradition and head out for a great Fish Fry. Don’t know where to go? We can help you with that too!

Nestled between beautiful lakefront homes on Delavan Lake, The Village Supper Club has been family owned and operated for over 5 decades. They provide excellent American and Italian cuisine seven days a week and boast being Delavan Lake’s only Supper Club.

It is not unusual for there to be an hour wait for a table on a Friday night, but their fiercely loyal customers have no problem waiting for their award-winning Fish Fry, which is, without question one of the best in the area. Served family style with fried or broiled fish, French fries or potato pancakes, coleslaw, applesauce and bread it is well worth the wait. Along with the American and Italian cuisine, their extensive menu also offers seafood, vegetarian and gluten free meals.

The restaurant offers 2 bar areas to accommodate waiting customers, as well as a deck overlooking the lake which can be the perfect place for either lunch or a beverage before dinner weather permitting.

The Village Supper Club is located at 1725 South Shore Drive in Delavan.

Home Depot’s Workshop for Kids…

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Looking for something fun and affordable to do with your kids? Check out the Home Depot store in Lake Geneva for free workshops designed for children ages 5 to 12. The workshops occur on the first Saturday of every month between 9:00 a.m. and Noon. Classes will provide children with do-it-yourself skills and teaching tool safety. Children will be provided with all the materials for their project along with a workshop apron and a certificate of achievement.

Home Depot prefers you register the kids in advance so the store can be sure they have enough supplies for each class, however, walk-ins are welcome and are taken on a first-come/first-served basis. Check out their website for the project of the month and easy registration for a fun filled and affordable Saturday morning. All children must be accompanied by a parent or adult.

The Lake Geneva Home Depot is located at 550 N. Edwards Blvd.

Lake Geneva Festival of Wine…

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The Grand Geneva Resort and Spa will be hosting the Lake Geneva Festival of Wine May 4th through May 6th. Whether you are a sommelier or someone who just enjoys a glass of wine, there is something planned for everyone.

Friday, May 4th brings a Wine and Dine with Duckhorn wines at 7:00 p.m. in the Geneva ChopHouse. Enjoy a four-course meal paired with some of Duckhorn’s finest selections.

Whether you are artistically inclined or not, you may want to consider signing up for the ‘Paint ‘n Sip’ class which will allow you to participate in a step-by-step painting class while enjoying a nice glass of wine. Plus, you get to take your masterpiece home with you! Classes are being held on Friday at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

For those of you who enjoy a good yoga class, don’t miss the ‘Yoga and Mimosas’ class at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

On Saturday afternoon, you can choose from 5 seminars being offered with topics ranging from Simi blending to wine, cheese and chocolate pairings. Official wine tasting begins with a VIP tasting of exclusive wines from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Grand Tasting starts at 4:00 p.m. and runs through 6:30 p.m. and will feature wines from around the world.

The Grand Geneva always does it up right, so sign up a class, a tasting, or make a weekend of it!

The Resort is located at 7036 Grand Geneva Way, just east of Lake Geneva on Hwy 50.