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Life in New Glarus—people, events, food, and the everyday moments that shape our town. From 1st Street to Pioneer Road, this is where stories of community, life and local living come together.

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Rainbow Fleece Farm to Host Summer Wool Frolic Near New Glarus

Rainbow Fleece Farm will welcome fiber artists, shepherds and curious visitors June 19-21 for its annual Summer Wool Frolic, featuring fleece preparation demonstrations, spinning activities, yarns, wool products and farm-raised lamb.

by Todd Klassy

Beer, Bacon & Cheese, Polkafest Draw Crowds

Vendors, visitors and public safety officials described Beer, Bacon & Cheese and Polkafest as a successful weekend in New Glarus, with strong attendance, favorable weather, enthusiastic crowds and only a handful of minor issues reported.

by Todd Klassy

Monticello Homecoming Returns July 10-12

Just down Highway 69 from New Glarus, Monticello Homecoming returns July 10-12 with fireworks, a parade, live music, tournaments, carnival rides, water fights and dozens of activities around Lake Montesian.

by Todd Klassy

Culver’s Fundraiser to Support New Pickleball Courts in New Glarus

Skip the cooking Monday night and let dinner help build something lasting. A June 15 fundraiser at Culver’s of New Glarus will support New Glarus Cares as the organization raises money for new pickleball courts and continues evaluating potential sites.

by Todd Klassy

America's Little Switzerland vs. America's Little Sweden

New Glarus and a village in Minnesota called Lindström have built national identities around their European heritage, but a closer look reveals two very different cultures separated by more than a few letters and a football rivalry.

by Todd Klassy

Mount Vernon Prepares for July 5 Fireworks Celebration

Mount Vernon will celebrate Independence Day and America's 250th anniversary with a community chicken barbecue, family activities and a fireworks display July 5, supported by local sponsors and community donations.

by Todd Klassy

New Glarus Favorites Reach Best of Madison Finals

Several New Glarus and Green County businesses have advanced to the final round of Madison Magazine's Best of Madison contest, giving local residents an opportunity to help determine the region's top destinations, products and experiences.

by Todd Klassy

New Glarus Residents Invited to Explore Deep History of York Prairie

A July 18 Wisconsin Conservation field trip near New Glarus will take participants beyond wildflowers and grasslands to explore thousands of years of natural and human history preserved within York Prairie State Natural Area.

by Todd Klassy

Sugar River Advances to Sectional Final Saturday in McFarland

Toria Devoe scored the only goal of the night as the Sugar River Raiders beat Delavan-Darien in New Glarus and advanced to Saturday's sectional final at McFarland.

by Todd Klassy

Monroe Balloon & Bands Festival Returns

Hot air balloons, live music, classic tractors, carnival rides and family-friendly attractions will fill the Green County Fairgrounds as the Monroe Balloon & Bands Festival returns June 19-20, drawing visitors from across southern Wisconsin for a weekend of summer entertainment.

by Todd Klassy

When Wisconsin Communities Merge

Wisconsin communities have used incorporation, consolidation and merger to settle questions of identity, services, growth and local control, offering a neutral look at what can change when old municipal lines are redrawn.

by Todd Klassy

Raiders Host Delavan-Darien in Sectional Semifinal

After Thursday's sectional semifinal was postponed by weather, the Sugar River Raiders return to New Glarus tonight for a postseason showdown with Delavan-Darien, with a trip to Saturday's sectional championship on the line.

by Todd Klassy

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