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Community Events Calendar: June 8

Apr 08, 2023Apr 08, 2023

Community Calendar: June 8-15

Time, date, location subject to change. Check veronapress.com for updates.

Build communication and friendship skills in a supportive environment. Story time features a visual schedule, yoga and more. For ages 3-5, no registration required.

Socialize and chat with veterans over some delicious coffee and donuts sponsored by Brookdale Senior Living. To RSVP, call 608-845-7471.

Join for two hours of fun-filled trivia hosted by America's Pub Quiz. Winning teams receive gift cards. Reservations are not accepted.

Free summer outdoor concerts every other Friday. This duo out of Milwaukee presents a brand of Northern folk-rock that is driven by the light hearted story telling of singer-songwriter Weston Mueller and fueled by multi-instrumentalist Jacob Wood.

Join for an outdoor concert with The Cuz.

Join for Dane County's annual Breakfast on the Farm! More information is available online at danecountydairy.com/breakfast-on-the-farm.

Celebrate the beginning of summer at this all-age event! Activities will include music, cotton candy, giraffe bounce house, face painting, scavenger hunt and crafts. No registration required.

June 10 is officially World Wide Knit in Public Day and the community is invited to join the Verona Public Library at this special event hosted by The Sow's Ear to celebrate knitters and fiber artists. Bring projects, gears, etc. to The Sow's Ear where a table will be reserved to hang out and knit with fellow crafters throughout the day. For more information, visit knitandsip.com.

All proceeds support Arvss Animal Rescue & Veterinary Support Services. Doors open at 11 a.m.

Railhopper is a honky tonk/tock power trio based out of Madison.

Join for traditional country, red dirt, ‘90s and classic rock.

Join for a fun celebration of five years! VCA-Veterinary Emergency Service & Veterinary Specialty Center, Blankets by Jeff and Dog Grin Photography will be at the event, along with raffles, food, beverages and live music. Dogs are invited too!

Stories and songs for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 1-2, no registration required.

Donate blood with the American Red Cross!

Stories and songs for preschoolers and their caregivers. For ages 3-5, no registration required.

Drop in and get creative with different art projects each week. For ages 4-10, no registration required.

A case manager from the Verona Senior Center will answer questions and provide resources for older adults and their caregivers. Information on Medicare/Medicaid, nutrition, housing, assistance in the home and resources in Verona and Dane County will be available. Contact Julie Larson at the senior center with questions at 608-845-7471.

This free group English class will be offered mostly online using Zoom. You will practice speaking, listening, reading, writing and new vocabulary in English. Students receive free English textbooks, at their level, in the mail. Presented in partnership with Literacy Network. For more information and to register, call Bex Fabrizio at 608-268-6435 or email [email protected].

Join us for singing, dancing, instruments and stories in this active story time for children and their caregivers. For ages 1-5, no registration required.

Stories and songs for children and their caregivers outdoors. Walk behind the library to find the outdoor story time space. For ages 0-5, no registration required. Check the library's Facebook page for weather-related cancellations.

Build in Minecraft based on a new theme each session! For ages 6-11, registration required.

Stop by Teen Central for DIY projects. Create throughout the week as supplies last. For ages 12-18, no registration required.

You will practice speaking, listening, reading, writing and new vocabulary in English. Students receive free English textbooks, at their level, in the mail. Presented in partnership with Literacy Network. For more information and to register, call Bex Fabrizio at 608-268-6435 or email [email protected].

The quiz is $1 per player and prizes are available for first and second place winners, along with for having the best team name.

Randy is back hosting a general knowledge-themed game featuring many different categories, like movies, music, history, geography, science, Disney, TV and more. Pens and score sheets are provided, arrive early to register a team for free. First, second and third place winners receive a gift certificate.

Stories and songs for toddlers and their caregivers. For ages 1-2, no registration required.

The group will meet to discuss "This Time Tomorrow" by Emma Straub at the Verona Senior Center. Copies are available in regular and large print, as well as audio and e-book format. Visit the service desk inside the library to get a copy. Everyone is welcome, call the senior center at 608-845-7471 to register.

Stories and songs for preschoolers and their caregivers. For ages 3-5, no registration required.

The networking lunch is a monthly opportunity to connect with other professionals in Verona and the Dane County region. Guests will be briefed on relevant chamber news, new members and upcoming events. The cost is $10 for members and $15 for non-members.

Paint donuts while eating donuts! Learn some basic painting techniques and enjoy a sweet treat. For ages 8-11, registration required.

Paint and eat donuts. For ages 12-18, registration required.

If you enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery or another needlecraft, please join us at a new twice-monthly drop-in stitching circle hosted by the library. Meet up with other fiber art enthusiasts, learn new techniques, exchange ideas or find inspiration for your next project. Weather permitting, the group will meet on the lawn behind the library – bring a lawn chair and your project. All skill levels welcome, no registration required.

Build communication and friendship skills in a supportive environment. Story time features a visual schedule, yoga and more. For ages 3-5, no registration required.

Stories and songs for children and their caregivers outdoors. Walk behind the library to find the outdoor story time space. For ages 0-5, no registration required. Check the library's Facebook page for weather-related cancellations.

Join fellow Pokémon fanatics for a Pokémon related activity each month. Bring your Gameboy, Switch or learn to play the trading card game and compete against other kids. Bring your own deck or borrow one of ours. For ages 6-11, no registration required.

Join at Seven Acres Dairy for a demonstration on how to make one of their famous signature drinks in their gorgeous bar area just off the patio overlooking the Sugar River. Cash bar only, appetizers provided.

In 24 exciting, informative half-hour lectures aimed at weather novices and amateur forecasters alike, you gain a surprisingly powerful tool in the face of such overwhelming forces: knowledge.

Please join licensed psychologist Robert McGrath for a morning meditation.

Come and play ping pong with friends. All are welcome, equipment is provided. To RSVP, call 608-845-7471.

Club 108 is a program designed for individuals with early memory loss. This unique group offers individuals a group to attend regularly. To RSVP, call 608-845-7471.

The farmers market has been around for only seven years at Hometown Junction Park in the lovely Downtown area of Verona. It started out as the Artists and Farmers Market in Verona and have grown into a can't miss weekly event every Wednesday during the summer months. We love being at Hometown Junction Park in the heart of the city, right off the Military Ridge Bike Path and Main Street. There is lots of green space, picnic tables, a large pavilion with live music, the iconic Veteran's Fountain, bathrooms, water and free parking!

Bring your friends or meet some new neighbors at this fun morning event. Interim Healthcare sponsors treats on the second Friday of each month.

Looking for a new book or movie? Visit the Fireside Room at Verona Senior Center. Books come from the Verona Public Library, please return them to the senior center when finished.

Most Saturdays local teacher Jenny will read books in both English and Spanish. We’ll also sing songs, do crafts and play in our farm-themed playroom! Sometimes we will also offer ASL, Mandarin and other languages. If you know of someone who would like to read, contact Kismet Books at [email protected].

Kids can enjoy stories and our upstairs play area! Feel free to browse our large selection of children's books while you’re here.

To submit events, contact reporter Maddie Bergstrom at [email protected]

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Community Calendar: June 8-15 Thursday, June 8 9:30-10 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 2 p.m. at Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Hop Haus Brewing Company, 231 S. Main St. Friday, June 9 5:30-8 p.m. at Hometown Junction Park, 101 W. Railroad St. 6-9 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way Saturday, June 10 7-11:30 a.m. at Kahl Family Farm, 8385 County Hwy A 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Sow's Ear-Cafe & Yarn Shop, 125 S. Main St. 12-2 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way 4-7 p.m. at Riley Tavern, 8205 Klevenville Riley Rd. 8-11 p.m. at 5th Quarter, 161 Horizon Dr. Sunday, June 11 12-4 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way Monday, June 12 9:30-10 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way 10:30-11 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 2-3 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 2-3 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 6-7:30 p.m. on Zoom. Tuesday, June 13 9:30-10 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 10:30-11 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 3-4 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 4-4:15 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 6-8 p.m. on Zoom. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way 7-9 p.m. at Paddy Mac's Pub & Grill, 608 W. Verona Ave. Wednesday, June 14 9:30-10 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 10-11 a.m. at Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St. 10:30-11 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Grace Coffee Co., 150 W. End Circle 2-3 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 4:30-6 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. Thursday, June 15 9:30-10 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 10:30-11 a.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St. 5-7 p.m. at Seven Acre Dairy Co., 6858 Paoli Rd., Belleville Recurring Events 2-3:30 p.m. on Mondays starting April 24 at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St. 10:30 a.m. every Monday at Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St. 1 p.m. every Tuesday at Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St. 10-11:30 a.m. every Wednesday at Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St. 3-6:30 p.m. every Wednesday from May 3 through Oct. 4 at Hometown Junction Park, Railroad St. 9-11 a.m. Monday through Friday at Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St. 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St. 11 a.m. every Saturday at Kismet Books, 101 N. Main St. 11 a.m. every Sunday at Kismet Books, 101 N. Main St. Success! Error!