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CULVER’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR
EVENT SUBMISSION RULES:
- ONLY FUNDRAISING OR COMMUNITY- SUPPORTIVE EVENTS will be considered.
- Specials, sales or performances not related to nonprofit/charity as well as online-only events will NOT be published.
- Re-occurring events must be limited to 6 occurances.
- Please allow up to 3 business days for review and publication of submitted events.
Calendar of Events
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4 events,
Argyle Fire Department Pancake Breakfast
Argyle Fire Department Pancake Breakfast
Argyle Fire Department will host a pancake breakfast on Sunday, March 30th, from 7am to 11:30am with dine-in at the firehouse, and drive-thru at the EMS building. Proceeds will be used to purchase new fire equipment.
Moose Multi- Vendor Event
Moose Multi- Vendor Event
We are excited to bring to the public a Multi-Vendor selling & sharing Event to support Big Brothers& Big Sisters of South Central WI! There will be Crafters, Bakers, Direct Sales, & even a light lunch! Come
Spaghetti Dinner
Spaghetti Dinner
First Baptist Church, 617 Public Avenue, Beloit is hosting an All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner with spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, drinks and desert from 11:30 A.M. till 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Tickets are
1 event,
Black Hawk School District – Budget Committee Meeting
Black Hawk School District – Budget Committee Meeting
Black Hawk School District will have a Budget Committee Meeting on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:00 pm in the Upper Commons.
3 events,
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories and crafts every Tuesday at 10 am with our Children's Programming Specialist, Miss Laura.
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Enjoy stories and crafts every Tuesday at 10 am with our Children's Programming Specialist, Miss Laura.
Culvers Scoopie Event
Culvers Scoopie Event
Benefitting: St. Mary's A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
5 events,
Asbury Wednesday’s Lent Soup and Sandwich Luncheon
Asbury Wednesday’s Lent Soup and Sandwich Luncheon
Everyone is welcome to join us for our Wednesday's Lent Soup and Sandwich Luncheon followed by our Lenten service. We have moved our time to Noon this year for our Wednesday's Soup & Sandwich Luncheon. Our Lenten
South Wayne: Blood Drive
South Wayne: Blood Drive
There will be a South Wayne community blood drive at St. John's Catholic Church on Wednesday, April 2nd, from noon to 5pm. Appointments can be made by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, by visiting RedCrossBlood.org,
Culvers Scoopie Event
Culvers Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Milton West A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
1 event,
Garden Speaker Series: Home Grown Boquet
Garden Speaker Series: Home Grown Boquet
Home Grown Bouquets: Incorporating Cut Flowers Into Your Landscape or Garden—Blake Taylor Alhambra Flower Farm Practical methods and tips for anyone wanting to learn more about growing their own flowers specifically for cutting on any scale. Key
6 events,
Beloit Free Methodist Church Pancake Breakfast
Beloit Free Methodist Church Pancake Breakfast
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser 9 am - 12 am April 5 2025 At Beloit Free Methodist Church 1919 Cleora Drive, Beloit
Darlington: Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry
Darlington: Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry
The Second Harvest Lafayette County Mobile Food Pantry will be at the Baptist Church of Darlington, off County Road K, the first Friday of every month from 4pm to 5pm. There are no income eligibility requirements. Volunteers
Monroe: Legion Fish Fry
Monroe: Legion Fish Fry
The Monroe American Legion will be having their Friday Night Fish Fry at the Legion Hall in Monroe from 4:30 until 7:30 pm. The special for April 4th is Swedish Meatballs.
10 events,
Beloit Free Methodist Church Pancake Breakfast
Beloit Free Methodist Church Pancake Breakfast
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser 9 am - 12 am April 5 2025 At Beloit Free Methodist Church 1919 Cleora Drive, Beloit
Tech Savvy STEM Workshop
Tech Savvy STEM Workshop
Tech Savvy is a hands-on STEM Workshop lead by female professionals in science, technology, engineering, and math fields. Tech Savvy is designed for girls in grades 6-9, but boys may attend. It will take place on Sat.,
Brodhead UMC – Timeless Treasures Thrift Sale
Brodhead UMC – Timeless Treasures Thrift Sale
The United Methodist Church will have a large thrift and collectible sale in the education wing, lower level of the church. All proceeds support the work of the church. Recently donated treasures include new and collectible books,
6 events,
UAW Troop 595 Pancake Breakfast
UAW Troop 595 Pancake Breakfast
A pancake breakfast benefiting Scouting America UAW Troop 595.
Bunny Bake Sale
Bunny Bake Sale
Bunny Bake Sale Saturday, April 5 in Narthex and Sunday, April 6 in Fellowship Hall following All Weekend Services All Proceeds benefit UWF Missions such as ECHO, Project 16:49 and GIFTS sweet and yeast breads | dinner
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: City of Hope Church A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
3 events,
Canvassing 4/1/2025 Election Results
Canvassing 4/1/2025 Election Results
CANVASS OF ELECTION RETURNS Three citizens of the School District of Black Hawk will canvass the election results on Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the conference room in the district office at the Black
Woodford Community Blood Drive
Woodford Community Blood Drive
Woodford Community will be hosting a blood drive with ImpactLife on Monday, April 7th from 3:30PM-6:30PM at the Woodford Fire Station. You can schedule your appointment by calling ImpactLife at 800-747-5401 or online at www.bloodcenter.org and search
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: Franklin Middle School A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
5 events,
Breakfast with Easter Bunny
Breakfast with Easter Bunny
Breakfast with Easter Bunny. Pancakes, Sausage, Milk, Juice, Coffee Pictures can be taken with Easter Bunny totally Free!! A donation suggestion of $5.00 but not needed to eat or take Pictures.
Northern Illinois Food Bank’s Mobile Market Pantry
Northern Illinois Food Bank’s Mobile Market Pantry
Mobile Market Pantry - April 8 3:00 - 4:30 pm. St. John's Lutheran Church parking lot, 625 Country Lane Dr. Lena, IL 61048 April 8 , 3:00 - 4:30 pm. Food is free so neighbors can thrive.
Culvers Scoopie Event
Culvers Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Roosevelt A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
4 events,
HSSW Outreach Event at Hedberg Library
HSSW Outreach Event at Hedberg Library
Join us out at the Hedberg Library to learn more about HSSW and meet some of our adoptable animals! Volunteers will be on-site to answer all your questions.
Asbury Wednesday’s Lent Soup and Sandwich Luncheon
Asbury Wednesday’s Lent Soup and Sandwich Luncheon
Everyone is welcome to join us for our Wednesday's Lent Soup and Sandwich Luncheon followed by our Lenten service. We have moved our time to Noon this year for our Wednesday's Soup & Sandwich Luncheon. Our Lenten
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: Lincoln Elementary A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
2 events,
Janesville Community Day Care Center – Community Book Fair!
Janesville Community Day Care Center – Community Book Fair!
OPEN to the Community!!! Come support Janesville Community Day Care Center & The Week of the Young Child Celebration! It's a PaperPie Book fair focusing on Children's books & STEAM Toys! All sales will receive 25% CASH
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra in Concert
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra in Concert
For the fourth time since 2018, the World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will hearken back to the days of Turner Hall dances during the big band era, presenting a concert in the Grand Hall of the Turner
4 events,
WAHOO SWIM CLUB
WAHOO SWIM CLUB
WAHOO AQUATIC SWIN CLUB WILL BE WORKING THE CUB FOOD BRAT STAND SO GET YOUR FEED BAG ON AND COME AND SUPORT A GREAT SWIM CLUB IF YOU COULD PUT ON THE CALENDER THE WEEK OF THE
Black Hawk School District – Regular Meeting Notice
Black Hawk School District – Regular Meeting Notice
Black Hawk will have a Regular Board meeting at 3:30 pm in the Upper Commons on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Thank you and have a great day! Tammy
Milton Knights of Columbus 42nd Annual Fish Fry
Milton Knights of Columbus 42nd Annual Fish Fry
The Milton Knights of Columbus will hold their 42nd Annual Fish Fry Friday, April 11at St. Mary Parish, 837 Parkview Drive in Milton. Family and friends will enjoy delicious fried or baked cod, french fries or baked
14 events,
Jordan’s journey
Jordan’s journey
Last December, my little brother found a lump. He went to the doctor and begged for help by June. It was wrapped around his jaw, his nerves very important nerves and had spread to his blood and
WAHOO SWIM CLUB
WAHOO SWIM CLUB
WAHOO AQUATIC SWIN CLUB WILL BE WORKING THE CUB FOOD BRAT STAND SO GET YOUR FEED BAG ON AND COME AND SUPORT A GREAT SWIM CLUB IF YOU COULD PUT ON THE CALENDER THE WEEK OF THE
Orfordville’s Spring Fling
Orfordville’s Spring Fling
Join us at the Orfordville Public Library for a free Easter Egg Hunt, visit with the Easter Bunny, flower planting, rock painting, and more! A photo backdrop is on site for Easter Bunny pictures, as well. The
8 events,
Breakfast at the Firehouse fundraiser
Breakfast at the Firehouse fundraiser
Come join the crew of Sharon Fire and Rescue’s Fighting Forty Association for Breakfast at the Firehouse! Enjoy a cooked to order breakfast while supporting the community’s emergency services.
Join Cargill UMC in celebrating Palm Sunday with breakfast.
Join Cargill UMC in celebrating Palm Sunday with breakfast.
Join Cargill UMC in celebrating Palm Sunday with breakfast. Serving sweet & savory casseroles. Breakfast will be served starting at 8am and will run through the morning until the start of the 10:30am service. Things to know:
Monroe: Legion Buffet Breakfast
Monroe: Legion Buffet Breakfast
The Monroe American Legion's Second Sunday Buffet Breakfast will be held on the second Sunday of every month from 8 am until noon at the Monroe American Legion. Everyone is welcome to attend, proceeds go toward scholarships,
2 events,
Culvers Scoopie Event
Culvers Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Consolidated A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: Franklin Middle School Falcon's Nest A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
2 events,
2025 Auto/Diesel Career Fair
2025 Auto/Diesel Career Fair
Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 Time: 12-2 p.m. Location: Center for Transportation Studies - Blackhawk Technical College’s Beloit-Janesville Campus Blackhawk Technical College is hosting the 2025 Auto/Diesel Career Fair, an opportunity for students, job seekers, and anyone
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: Washington Elementary A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
3 events,
Stateline Women’s Connection Luncheon
Stateline Women’s Connection Luncheon
Carrrie Hunter from Monroe, WI will be the guest speaker Listen & Learn: Shannon Kaszuba - Big Brother Big Sisters of Green County
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: Jackson Elementary A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Edgerton Care Center Scoopie Night!
Edgerton Care Center Scoopie Night!
Join us for a sweet treat and a great cause! Come get served at Newville's World's Largest Culver's by the caring staff of Edgerton Care Center, your trusted provider of excellence in senior care! Located on Stoughton
2 events,
Today’s Dreamers, Tomorrow’s Leaders 2025
Today’s Dreamers, Tomorrow’s Leaders 2025
We are looking for corporate sponsors to attend our annual event - Today’s Dreamers, Tomorrow’s Leaders – on April 17th, 2025, to inspire young ladies to embrace their futures! The purpose of this event is to create
Speaker Series: Gardening with Climate Change in mind
Speaker Series: Gardening with Climate Change in mind
Learn adaptive gardening techniques for unpredictable weather patterns with Lisa Johnson, UW Extension Dane County The first part of this presentation reviews the interconnected causes of climate change, patterns we are observing now, and projected climatic trends
5 events,
Milton Freemasons Good Friday Fish Fry
Milton Freemasons Good Friday Fish Fry
We are once again running our Good Friday fish fry. Drive-Up starts at 11 am and runs to 5 pm. Melas include about 4 pieces of fried cod, potato salad, cole slaw, roll, and tartar sauce, all
Community Ecumenical Good Friday Worship Service
Community Ecumenical Good Friday Worship Service
The Beloit Ministers Association along with First Baptist Church of Beloit is hosting this Good Friday Worship Service on April 18th. The service starts at 12:00 with the Rev. Tracey Kinney from Bethel AME Church will be
The Choice – Dramatic Easter Musical at Juda Zion Community Church
The Choice – Dramatic Easter Musical at Juda Zion Community Church
From the creative team of Robert and Cindy Sterling comes this magnificent musical for Easter. Featuring the high drama and pageantry of ancient Rome during the rule of Tiberius Caesar. THE CHOICE - a fascinating telling of
5 events,
Free Pancake Breakfast & Easter Egg Hunt
Free Pancake Breakfast & Easter Egg Hunt
Asbury UMC is having their yearly FREE pancake breakfast with our Eggstravaganza Easter egg hunt and crafts for the kids. It is from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 19, 2025. Everyone is welcome.
HSSW Outreach Event at Mounds
HSSW Outreach Event at Mounds
Join us out at the Janesville Mounds to learn more about HSSW and meet some of our adoptable animals! Volunteers will be on-site to answer all your questions.
Rock Ministries Skit, Meal, Egg Hunt
Rock Ministries Skit, Meal, Egg Hunt
We had so much fun last year, let's do it again! Rock Ministries will have a skit, meal and egg hunt on Saturday, April 19th starting at 1 pm. There will be a drawing for a door
1 event,
Emerald Grove Church to host Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday, April 20
Emerald Grove Church to host Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday, April 20
All kids are welcome! Emerald Grove Congregational United Church of Christ will host an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 20 at 9:30 am. prior to Easter Service at 10:15. The hunt will be held outside weather
1 event,
3 events,
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: Parkview Elementary A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
Earth Day Equity: Air Quality in Beloit
Earth Day Equity: Air Quality in Beloit
Beloit, WI, Tuesday, April 22nd - A 2024 international report identified Beloit, WI as having the worst air quality in the US for a city of its size. Census data shows that a third of Beloit’s roughly
Special Board Meeting – Black Hawk School Board
Special Board Meeting – Black Hawk School Board
Black Hawk will have a Special board meeting at 7:00 pm in the Upper Commons on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
6 events,
Janesville Wednesday Morning Optimist Club Open House
Janesville Wednesday Morning Optimist Club Open House
Come join us for our weekly meeting and guest speaker Shar Hermanson, President & CEO of Forward Janesville!
Spring Salad Luncheon
Spring Salad Luncheon
Asbury UMC will be holding our yearly Spring and Salad Luncheon. You may purchase your tickets at the door. We will also be allowing people to purchase carryout orders. Adults are $10 per person and kids 12
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Culver’s Scoopie Event
Benefitting: Harmony A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
8 events,
Identity Theft: How to prevent it and what do if it happens to you
Identity Theft: How to prevent it and what do if it happens to you
Hosted by Ben Merens, Outreach Specialist from the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection Identity theft continues to be the fastest growing crime in the United States. The more you learn about it, the less vulnerable you are.
DAY BY DAY MEMORY CAFE
DAY BY DAY MEMORY CAFE
A SAFE AND STIGMA FREE SPACE SHERE CAREGIVERS AND THEIR LOVED ONES WITH EARLY STAGES OF DEMENTIA, ALZHEIMERS OF MILD MEMORY LOSS CAN ENJOY OFFERED PROGRAMMING AND ENGAGE IN ACTIVITIES
American Red Cross Blood Drive
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Beloit Public Library is hosting a blood drive today, April 24, from 1pm - 6pm. Spring Into Action – Donate Blood Today! As the seasons change, one thing remains constant — the need for blood. Your donation
5 events,
Church Rummage Sale
Church Rummage Sale
Friday April 25 noon-5:00 and Saturday 8:00-1:00. Baked good and coffee for sale Saturday morning. First Congregational Church, 54 S Jackson St. Enter from back parking lot.
Monroe: Legion Fish Fry
Monroe: Legion Fish Fry
The Monroe American Legion will be having their Friday Night Fish Fry at the Legion Hall in Monroe from 4:30 until 7:30 pm. The special for April 25th is Ham with Cheesy Potatoes.
Jefferson High School presents: Disney’s Freaky Friday the Musical
Jefferson High School presents: Disney’s Freaky Friday the Musical
Freaky Friday the Musical is based on the movie. A magic hourglass breaks causing a mom and daughter to switch places. There is a wedding in just 24 hours. Can they break the magic spell before then?
14 events,
Church Rummage Sale
Church Rummage Sale
Friday April 25 noon-5:00 and Saturday 8:00-1:00. Baked good and coffee for sale Saturday morning. First Congregational Church, 54 S Jackson St. Enter from back parking lot.
Sourdough Bread Workshop
Sourdough Bread Workshop
WE WILL PROVIDE: Instruction Sourdough starter List of terminology Recipes Recipe samples SPECIAL BONUS ALERT! All attendees have a shot at snagging a fabulous door prize!
WILDFLOWER HIKES–BIG HILL PARK AND ROCK RIVER PRAIRIE
WILDFLOWER HIKES–BIG HILL PARK AND ROCK RIVER PRAIRIE
Meet at the parking lot of the Welty Environmental Center, 1201 Big Hill Court, Beloit Starting from the Welty Environmental Center, this hike begins in Big Hill Park to look for migrating birds and the earliest spring
3 events,
Allison Biddick Benefit
Allison Biddick Benefit
Allison is a senior at Craig High School, recently diagnosed with stage 3 Glioma. Come support the Biddick family with a meat raffle, silent auction, 50/50 drawings and more!
Janesville Area CROP Hunger Walk
Janesville Area CROP Hunger Walk
“Exercise Hope” is the theme for the 48th annual Janesville Area CROP Hunger Walk, which will take place on Sunday, April 27. Those two words—exercise and hope—are fundamental to the mission of the CROP Walk. We all
Jefferson High School presents: Disney’s Freaky Friday the Musical
Jefferson High School presents: Disney’s Freaky Friday the Musical
Freaky Friday the Musical is based on the movie. A magic hourglass breaks causing a mom and daughter to switch places. There is a wedding in just 24 hours. Can they break the magic spell before then?
2 events,
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: Rock Valley 4-H Club A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
All Booked Up
All Booked Up
Join us for our monthly book club, All Booked Up, which takes place on the fourth Monday of each month at 6:30 PM. Each month, we will explore a new book. You can find the title for
1 event,
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: Edison Middle School A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
1 event,
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Culver’s Scoopie Event West Court Street
Benefitting: St. Williams A portion of sales during the Culver’s Scoopie event will go to the designated non-profit group of the day!
3 events,
VFW Riders Post 1621 Bike Night
VFW Riders Post 1621 Bike Night
Thursday, May 1st Bike Night at VFW Post 1621 – Pavilion, 1015 Center Ave, Janesville from 6 – 9 pm. Raffles and live music featuring Dem Horney Funkers featuring special guest Bree Morgan. Donations go towards Veterans
The Charitable Sisterhood of the Second Trinity Victory Church
The Charitable Sisterhood of the Second Trinity Victory Church
The roads are flooded, the bridges are washed out, and less generous souls are staying safely indoors, but it takes more than a little rain to keep the ladies of the Charitable Sisterhood from fulfilling their sworn
The Charitable Sisterhood of the Second Trinity Victory Church
The Charitable Sisterhood of the Second Trinity Victory Church
The roads are flooded, the bridges are washed out, and less generous souls are staying safely indoors, but it takes more than a little rain to keep the ladies of the Charitable Sisterhood from fulfilling their sworn
9 events,
Blain’s Farm & Fleet Celebrates 70 Years!
Blain’s Farm & Fleet will offer exclusive anniversary deals—stacked on top of weekly promotions—on everything from tools and auto supplies to clothing, pet food, and home goods. Guests can also enter to win one of eight grand
Rummage Sale
Rummage Sale
Community of Christ United Methodist Church 15 Park St Darien Rummage Sale $4 bag sale on 5/3 only
Spring Plant Sale
Spring Plant Sale
Bring the Gardens home during our annual Spring Plant Sale! Join us for one of our most anticipated events of the year and shop a wide selection of beautiful, high-quality plants to kick off your growing season.
Darlington: Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry
Darlington: Second Harvest Mobile Food Pantry
The Second Harvest Lafayette County Mobile Food Pantry will be at the Baptist Church of Darlington, off County Road K, the first Friday of every month from 4pm to 5pm. There are no income eligibility requirements. Volunteers
14 events,
Half-Pint Resale
Half-Pint Resale
The Madison area’s largest children’s consignment sale, featuring tens of thousands of items for pregnant moms, expecting parents, and young families, featuring items of all types for ages 0 – 12, plus maternity. Register to consign your
Brodhead UMC – Timeless Treasures Thrift Sale
Brodhead UMC – Timeless Treasures Thrift Sale
The United Methodist Church will have a large thrift, book and collectible sale in the education wing, lower level of the church. All proceeds support the work of the church. Recently donated treasures that will be available
Rummage Sale
Rummage Sale
Community of Christ United Methodist Church 15 Park St Darien Rummage Sale $4 bag sale on 5/3 only