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Welcome to Darlington!

Thank you for being here!

We invite you to discover Darlington as your one stop shop. We feature grocery, pharmacy, hardware, and many great retail shops. We have a wide variety of services available as well.

We hope you’re visiting hungry as we have a wide variety of cuisine options including Mexican, Chinese, American, pizza, burgers, and our very own Darlington Country Club.

Enjoy a stroll along the Pecatonica river and up and down our beautiful Main Street. You will discover many attractions, dining and shops.

Whether you are here for a day trip, weekend, or vacation getaway — you are sure to discover Darlington’s beauty. Follow us on Facebook for up to date event information.

Thanks for visiting!

Kris n May

Executive Director, Darlington Chamber - Main Street

Readers are encouraged to verify times, dates and other information. Neither the Chamber of Commerce nor the Shopping News is liable for any errors or omissions. Printed

New Bu es in Darlin

The Bar

325 Main Street

Gym open 24/7 with Rogue and Torque equipment. Affordable memberships with discounts and deals often. The music is always on! Come workout with us! For more information, visit www.thulisbar. com.

Heart of Healing Acupuncture

401 Main Street

Contact Karyn for your acupuncture services. Karyn holds 20+ years experience in acupuncture healing. Give her a call to set up your appointment at 608.726.0810

Tortillerie Dora LA Mexicana

413 Main Street

Fresh, hot, made on site corn tortillas. Order small or large amounts to go. Check out Dora’s other food and menu items coming soon! For more information, call 832.628.1624.

The Body Shoppe

309 Main Street Services include Cryo Body Sculpting, Infrared Sauna and VersaSpa Spray Tan. Visit them at www.thebodyshoppewi.com.

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Darlington Inn And Bridges Banquet Center

Located off Wisconsin Highways 81 and 23. Connect to free WiFi in your room or log on in our business center. Our onsite gym makes it easy to get in a workout, while our heated indoor pool and hot tub give you space to unwind. In the morning, enjoy a free 8-item SuperStart breakfast. Handicap accessible rooms are available, as well as an onsite restaurant and banquet facilities. With 6,000 square feet of event space, our hotel features 2 meeting rooms to accommodate 60 conference guests or 400 banquet guests. Check them out on Facebook or call 608.776.8830.

Driver Hotel

Built in the 1880s, The Driver Hotel offers 5 quaint upstairs rooms in historic downtown Darlington. Private bathrooms, charm and memories await you. Each room has a private bath, mini-fridge, Free WIFI, Antennae TV for local channels, and hair dryers. The lobby features extra seating for small gatherings, a microwave and some furnished snacks. Located across from the tri-county ATV trail and within walking distance to local bars, restaurants and shops. Located at 123 W. Ann Street in Darlington. Check them out on facebook or call 608.482.5339.

Hamilton Goebel House

Located at 816 E. Louisa Street in Darlington. It recently opened in August of 2019. This historic rock home was built in 1833 on land that was owned by Jamison Hamilton, founder of Darlington, WI. Now owned and restored by John and Nikki Goebel, this fourbedroom home can be yours for a week or a weekend. Guests are invited to immerse themselves in times gone by while enjoying modern-day amenities. Visit them on Facebook at Hamilton Goebel House Air BNB.

Camping & Cabins

Arbor Crest Cottages

If you’re looking for a peaceful, charming get-a-way you don’t have to travel far for, here it is. Arbor Crest Cottages are set amongst the trees on a peaceful property, long ago developed by a Master Gardener. All seasons bring a change of scenery with a mix of oral blooms, and trees both native and non native. The owners, Jeremiah and Ashley Kleiber have taken this property and opened it up to guests to enjoy their little piece of heaven. The Cottage and the newest addition, The Bower, are both fully custom built and designed by Jeremiah and Ashley. Youre invited to spend as much time as you’d like with their curious goats, ducks, chickens, and sweet Great Pyrenees, Ellie. Arbor Crest Acres sits atop a hill overlooking Darlington to the west and is a beautiful place to take in a sunset and watch the goats graze. Retreat back to your cottage at dust and enjoy a cozy re outside, or enjoy all the comforts of these charming cottages.

Close enough to town grab anything you might need, but secluded enough to feel like you’re away from it all. Log into Airbnb to reserve your stay at these hidden gems in Lafayette County, and nd out for yourself why Arbor Crest Cottages draw guests from all over the country and keep them coming back again!

airbnb.com/arborcrestcottage

Pecatonica River Trails Park

The campgrounds are located along the Pecatonica River and Tri-County Recreational Trail. Ride and enjoy the many sights along the famous Cheese Country ATV Trail and local Darlington ATV Club Trails. Launch your canoe and paddle the Pecatonica River or sh and swim along the banks of the river. Take a stroll along the lighted walking path and enjoy the wildlife along the waters edge! Don’t forget to enjoy shopping and eating in Darlington. The possibilities are endless! Free parking for daily trail users.

River View Lodge

As a seven unit motel located on the beautiful Cheese Country Trail and the Pecatonica River in downtown Darlington, owners Scott and Michelle Hauser are anxious to show you all there is to do! From the river outside your door to the recreational trail a few steps 6

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away, enjoy a relaxing trip to the most scenic motel in the area. Please note there is no main of ce on-site. For more information, email Michellehauser@gmail. com or call 608.482.2172.

Trailview Cabins

Large 3 bedroom farmhouse, cabins that sleep 3-6 people, a 3 bedroom lodge or a 31 foot camper for rent on the Cheese Country ATV Trail. Located one mile west of Darlington. For more information visit their website at mikesengine.com/cabin_ rentals or call 608.776.497

The Bower

The Bower will be listed and available for booking on Airbnb come mid March, stay tuned!

Pecatonica River TRAILS PARK Campgrounds

Camping along the Pecatonica River and the Cheese Country ATV Trail

32 Campsites: 30 electrical sites, $25/night 2 non-electric sites, $15/night

Sites Include: Fire ring, picnic table, restrooms/ showers, RV dump station, playground equipment, canoe launch and handicapped fishing pier. No reservations, first come - first served.

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Annie’s Bar & Grill

300 Washington Street, 608.776.3773

Avon Locker

#12026 WI-23, 608.776.2336

Booby’s Bar

301 Main Street, 608.482.0920

Casey’s General Store

145 Main Street, 608.776.4537

China King

324 Main Street, 608.776.8888

City Service Brewing

404 Main Street, 608.482.5212

Glennie’s

203 Main Street, 608.776.3300

Darlington Golf Course and Supper Club

17098 Country Club Road, 608.776.3377

Legends Pub & Grill

347 Main Street, 608.776.4797

Lucky Cow Coffee Gelato

333 Main Street, 608.553.2221

McDonald’s

1310 Galena Steet, 608.776.3430

Mi Casita Authentic Mexican

232 Main Street, 608.776.3373

New Horizon’s CENEX Convenience Store

11670 Hwy. 23 S., 608.776.4438

Off the Trail Nutrition

111 W. Ann Street, 608.440.0715

Pizza Pantry

306 Main Street, 608.776.2481

Salathe’s Saloon

414 Main Street, 608.776.2477

Subway Hwy. 81 West, 608.776.2727

The Spot

120 W. Alice Street, 608.776.3302

Tortillerie Dora LA Mexicana

413 Main Street, 832.628.1624.

Vinger’s Pizza

Main Street, 608.776.3760

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8:00 a.m.-Noon

Saturdays along the river in the Festival Grounds with plenty of parking! Find everything from fresh meat, cheeses, eggs, produce, cut owers and local artisan creations.

Lafayette County is of course known for its ATV Cheese Trail, but the real cheese trail may be the roads linking the working cheese factories that serve as the lifeblood of the county.

Fantastic, Fresh, Artisan Cheese & Our Specialty Baked Cheese

A Tr adition Of Quality

Since 1899

Down our trail just north of Darlington on Hwy. F you will nd Brunkow Cheese, makers of a number of great cheeses including Brunuusto, a baked cheese you have to taste to believe. Brunkow has a shop open daily to taste and purchase their products.

Heading into Darlington you will nd Mexican Cheese Producers, Inc. founded in 1994 by Miguel and Martina Leal. Producing the highest quality, authentic Mexican cheese, cream and yogurt products, MCP leads the way into new and growing markets. Their products are available at two Mexican grocery stores in downtown Darlington and on the nest Mexican dishes nationwide.

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At the crossroads of Hwys. 23 and 11 you will nd the Roelli Cheese Company, a family owned business. Roelli General Store offers grocery items, beverages, ice cream cones and is a great place to sample the varieties of cheese they offer. The small batch artisan shelf cured Dunbarton Blue is simply amazing, found from Bistro Campagne in Chicago to Zabar’s in New York not to mention Whole Foods coast to coast.

Wisconsin Whey Protein is a manufacturer of highly puri ed, regular, and instantized, Whey Protein Concentrate powder (WPC-80) and Whey Protein Isolate (WPI-90). Their products are designed to meet the requirements of numerous value-added food applications and is sold both domestically and exported. They are an af liate of Stainless Technologies LLC, and are headquartered in Wisconsin. Their facilities are located in Turtle Lake and Darlington, WI and were green eld projects built in the past few years to speci cally produce our products. A proprietary membrane process, designed, engineered, and fabricated by Stainless Technologies, is used to convert Whey to Whey Protein Concentrate. In Darlington, they are also constructing integrated lactose and cheese plants to add to our high quality product offerings.

Brunkow Cheese Of Wisconsin

776-3716 | Hwy. F – Darlington, WI

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Biking

Darlington and Lafayette County are a beautiful place to bicycle, offering both challenging ascents and some relatively at routes through breathtaking rural countryside.

Birding

The city’s proximity to Yellowstone Lake State Park and Blackhawk Memorial Park provide excellent opportunities for short bird watching excursions. Over 100 species of birds have been observed and recorded at Yellowstone Lake State Park.

Camping

Area Camping includes Lafayette County Fairgrounds, Wolf Creek Campground and Yellowstone Lake Campgrounds. See page 5 for Pecatonica River Trails Park information.

Canoeing and Kayaking

Paddling The Pecatonica River offers over 90 miles of gentle canoeing. This is the longest unrestricted ow of water in the State of Wisconsin. Scenic bluffs can be seen towering above some sections of the river. It is not uncommon to see beavers, great blue herons or geese along the way.

Fishing

Fishing the Pecatonica yields its share of excellent game sh. Cat sh, walleye and occasional northern are the main game sh taken from the river. Many of the best shing spots are accessible only by canoe.

Golfing

For golf enthusiasts, the Darlington Golf and Country Club is open to the public and offers a scenic 9-hole course, full bar and restaurant, cart rentals and driving range.

Horseback Riding

The Yellowstone Wildlife Area, next door to Yellowstone State Park, offers 30 miles of designated horseback trails. Furthermore, horseback riding is acceptable on the multi-use Cheese Country Trail and Pecatonica State Trail. The Darlington Saddle clubs offers organized rides each year.

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Snowmobiling and ATVing

TRI COUNTY TRAILS offers a unique multi-use trail system meandering through three counties in southwestern Wisconsin. Included are the Cheese Country Trail and the Pecatonica State Trail. For updates on the trail conditions or to make sure trails are open, go to: www.fayettesnogoers.com or www.tricountyatv.org.

Swimming

While in town, enjoy a dip in the Darlington Swimming Pool. Conveniently located in the Swimming Pool Park where there is plenty of picnic space, modern lighted playground facilities, basketball court and tennis courts.

Tubing

Enjoy an afternoon oating down the Pecatonica River while in a tube. It will take you about 3.5-4 hours to get down river and it’s worth every bit of that time! Beautiful scenery, happy cows and lots of wildlife await you, not to mention a heck of a good time, soaking up some sun and havin’ a whole lotta fun!

Don’t forget to pack a cooler, but leave the glass bottles at home and everyone’s bare feet will be happy.

Tri-County Trails Map

Cheese Country Trail - 47 miles from Monroe to Mineral Point

Pecatonica State Trail - 10 miles from Calamine to Belmont.

For more information visit www.tricountytrails.com

His ry

Darlington takes its name from Joshua Darling

Joshua Darling, a banker from Warsaw, New York and his agents, James M. Keep and J. B. Lynde purchased land from pioneer Jamison Hamilton for the purpose of developing a village to accomodate the ood of mining and farming settlers coming into the area in the 1850’s.

Darlington derives its slogan, “Pearl of the Pecatonica” from its history of pearling on the Pecatonica River in the late 1800s. Thousands of dollars of pearls were taken from the waters of the Pecatonica River. So many clams were also taken from the river that a button factory was established in 1901 to utilize the discarded clam shells.

Darlington proudly claims its place among them with its own Parson Brothers Circus. In the early 1800s the six Parson brothers operated their circus around Wisconsin and the neighboring states. Probably the most notable thing that happened was that Al Ringling joined the brothers for the tenting season of 1881. When the Parson’s show folded several of the brothers joined the newly formed Ringling Brothers Circus and traveled with them for a number of years.

Depot Museum

The rst depot in Darlington was a combined railroad depot and warehouse and now stands as a monument to those who built and operated the railroad. The Darlington Depot Museum is lled with railroad artifacts; agricultural items; Florence Bennett oil paintings of LaFayette County Depots; old railroad maps; and more. The Museum is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Call 608.776.8340 for hours. Both museums are free but donations are appreciated.

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Historic Main Street

Take a walk down Darlington’s Historic Main Street which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. One of the buildings contributing to that designation, The Driver Opera House, is in the beginning stages of a project that will restore its original beauty and provide the community and visitors with a performance arts and cultural center.

Lafayette County Courthouse

The central landmark in Darlington is the Lafayette County Courthouse, which holds the distinction as the only Courthouse still in use in the United States that was funded by the estate of one man, Mat Murphy of Benton. The monumental limestone structure features a central rotunda with an elaborate dome. Look around a bit and you can nd evidence of Johnny Depp’s visit to the Courthouse when it was featured in the 2009 movie “Public Enemies”.

Lafayette County Historical Museum & Lafayette Genealogy Society

The Lafayette County Historical Museum is located in the Carnegie Building across from the Courthouse. It features archives for genealogy research as well as displays that depict the lives of early Lafayette County residents. You will nd items from the Civil War as well as memorabilia from early businesses, farms, homes, schools and paintings from local artists. The museum is open 1:00-4:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

The purpose of the society is to assist others in their pursuits to learn more of their heritage; to inform, instruct and educate through programs, meetings and sharing of recourse material, along with promoting the fellowship of persons interested in genealogy. The society is grateful they now have a facility to house and share information and resources that the Matls and others have contributed, not to mention the society’s years of publishing, indexing and charting cemeteries and so much more. The society looks forward to being a productive and contributing asset to the community.

Veteran’s Memorial

Thanks to the generosity of so many people and organizations, the Darlington Area Veteran’s Memorial was of cially unveiled in 2012. You may visit this spectacular monument at the intersection of Main Street and Cornelia Street. The monument was designed by Darlington Community Schools Art Teacher Greg Bykowski.

Lafayette County Historical Society Museum

Thursday, June 8 - Sunday, June 11

With over 57 years of tradition, the Darlington Canoe Festival is one of the premier summer events in Southwest Wisconsin, welcoming residents from all over the nation to an annual community celebration. The Darlington Canoe Festival, dubbed a community homecoming by most, offers a great opportunity for current Darlington residents, past Darlington residents, and visitors to gather and celebrate community, family, and friends in Darlington’s historic downtown business district along the banks of the Pecatonica River.

This four-day festival has activities for people of all ages including Little League and softball tournaments, stock car races, 2 and 5 mile road runs, Beowulf Motorcycle Club summer party, talent show, reworks, and much more! It also includes an arts & crafts fair, carnival, a parade, and fun for the entire family! Explore these links to learn more and then come explore the Darlington Canoe Festival! For more information follow us on Facebook or our website –darlingtoncanoefest.com.

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Wednesday, September 20

In September we will have our 4th Annual Fall Festival with our Night Market on Ann Street. Come and enjoy food, live music and a variety of vendors. If you are interested in being a vendor this year, please contact the Chamber Of ce at 608.776.3067 or email: mainstreetprogram@gmail.com.

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Pop Factory History - While the Pop Factory Players’ original conception started on the back of a napkin at a local tavern, it of cially began as a Darlington High School alumni theatre group. “We originally did a show called Is There Life After High School? for a class reunion, and in that show, there were eight students from our class’’ recalls Jeff Kluesner, Artistic Director for the Pop Factory Players, and 1977 DHS graduate. “Other alumni who came to that show - not just from 1977 - decided it would be fun to do this everyone once in a while.’’

What started out as an occasional gig soon turned into regular performances, and ultimately Pop Factory Players was founded. With a board overseeing the organization and eager members to help with every production, the group has been putting on one or two musicals every year since. While many of the group’s members are alumni from Darlington High School, Pop Factory Players has grown to include people from around the regional area. This all-volunteer group is focused on producing quality shows, giving back to the community, and above all “the friendships we make in theater.’’

For more information, visit their website at www.https://darlingtonpfp.wixsite.com/ popfactoryplayers

APRIL 28 & 29

City Wide Garage Sales

in Darlington, maps available that week at local banks and the Chamber of ce, 608.776.3067

MAY-OCTOBER

Farmers’ Market

Saturdays along the river on the Festival Grounds with plenty of parking! Everything from fresh meat, cheeses, eggs, produce, cut owers and local artisan creations from 8:00 a.m.-Noon

MAY 29

Memorial Day Parade

on Main Street at 9:00 a.m., a meaningful tribute to our Nation’s Veterans

JUNE 8

Bringing Back the Laps

Darlington’s Main Street turns into a blast from the past with classic cars and laps. Make a lap or two and stop at one of our many vendors.

Fun ings are happening in

JUNE 8-11

Canoe Festival

With over 57 years of tradition, this event is one of the premier summer events in Southwest Wisconsin. Visit darlingtoncanoefest.com and Facebook: Darlington-Canoe-Fest

JUNE 17

Cruisin’ for a Cause

This event was started by Jerry Johnson in 2016 with proceeds being donated to several area organizations. The 8th annual show will be held at the Lafayette County Fairgrounds from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Classic cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome to take a step back in time!

JUNE 24

Tri County ATV Club

Brat Feed and Fireworks

EVERY SUNDAY IN JULY

Tunes at Twilight Sundays at 6:30 p.m. in Darlington Veteran’s Memorial Park, 608.776.3067

JULY 12-16

Lafayette County Fair at the Lafayette County Fairgrounds in Darlington with rides, games, tractor pull and more, 608.776.4828

SEPTEMBER 8

Darlington Chamber Main Street

Golf Outing

2nd annual at Darlington Country Club. Save the date for fun, gol ng, and friendship

SEPTEMBER 9

Tri County ATV Club Fall Ride

SEPTEMBER 9 & 11

Pecatonica Valley Antique Days at the Lafayette County Fairgrounds with ea markets and antique tractors, 608.776.2591

SEPTEMBER 15-17

Night & Day at the Museum

Lafayette County Historical Society

SEPTEMBER 20

Fall in Love with Darlington & Fall Night Market

Food, vendors, entertainment and more from 4:30-8:30 p.m, downtown on West Ann Street

NOVEMBER 25

Small Business Saturday

DECEMBER 1 & 2

Christmas/ Holiday Weekend

Join us for lighted laps, living windows, cocktail walks, Santa at the train depot and more!

THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Riverside Reflections at Pecatonica River Trails Park in Darlington with lighted campsites, 608.776.3067

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Little League Baseball Field - Sieg Field

“Sieg Field in Darlington is truly a diamond in the rough. Two of our West Madison Little League all-star teams had the opportunity to play on Sieg Field and it was a fantastic facility. Our rst reaction upon arriving at this local Field of Dreams was WOW!! What an incredible ballpark. Darlington has a real gem in this facility and I would recommend everyone to visit Sieg Field. It’s great!’’, Bill Battista, V.P., Baseball, West Madison Little League.

Stock Car Racing

Lafayette County Speedway in Darlington is a popular destination for racing fans drawing hundreds of spectators every Friday night, April through September. Located at the Lafayette County Fairgrounds in Darlington. Visit www.darlingtonwi.org or Facebook: LafCoSpeedway.

Area Attractions:

Badger Mine and Museum

The museum shows how life was in Wisconsin’s early mining communities with recreated shops and exhibits of the early mining town. 279 W. Estey Street, Shullsburg, WI, 608.965.4860.

Barn Quilts

Are 8' squares painted on plywood and mounted on buildings throughout Lafayette County. 608.776.4820. Maps available at Pins & Pieces Quilt Shop, 208 Main Street, Darlington.

Benton, WI

The pioneer priest Father Samuel Mazzuchelli founded the village’s Catholic parish and is buried in Saint Patrick’s cemetery. He was declared Venerable by Pope John Paul II in 1993 and the case for his Sainthood is still pending.

Gravity Hill

Defying the laws of gravity, vehicles appear to roll backwards up a hill. Shullsburg, WI, 608.965.4860.

Mining Museum & Rollo Jamison Museum

The museums include an underground tour of the 1845 Bevans Lead Mine, a ride in a 1931 mine train above ground, and exhibits on the history of lead mining. 405 E. Main Street, Platteville, WI, 608.348.3301.

Pendarvis Historic Site

A settlement of highly-skilled Cornish miners unearthed an ore that led to a mining frenzy. Discover the rush before the Gold Rush at Pendarvis in Mineral Point, WI, 608.987.2122.

Toy Train Barn

Buck Guthrie’s rural mini-train world is inside of a barn, with animated accessories. Outside, a mini-train takes visitors around 18 hilly acres in Argyle, WI, 608.966.1464.

Yellowstone Lake

A 455-acre lake, which offers visitors camping, swimming, shing, boating, hiking, biking, picnicking, ice shing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. 8495 Lake Road, Blanchardville, WI, 608.523.4427.

2023 SCHEDULE

www.lafayettecountyspeedwaywi.com

DATE EVENT DETAILS

SATURDAY - APRIL 29 Test and Tune Noon - 3:00 p.m.

FRIDAY - MAY 5 Opening Night Racing

FRIDAY - MAY 12 Weekly Racing

FRIDAY - MAY 19 Weekly Racing

FRIDAY - MAY 26 NO RACING Memorial Day Weekend

FRIDAY - JUNE 2 Weekly Racing/Meet & Greet Bike Night

FRIDAY - JUNE 9 Weekly Racing Canoe Fest Weekend

SATURDAY - JUNE 10 FLAG TRACK RACES Hosted by Beowulf M.C.

FRIDAY - JUNE 16 Weekly Racing

FRIDAY - JUNE 23

Weekly Racing PLUS Powder Puff Race

FRIDAY - JUNE 30 Weekly Racing PLUS Mini Late Models

FRIDAY - JULY 7 Weekly Racing

FRIDAY - JULY 14 Fair Race PLUS AIRS

FRIDAY - JULY 21 Weekly Racing PLUS INEX Legends

FRIDAY - JULY 28

Weekly Racing PLUS Mini Late Models

FRIDAY - AUGUST 4 Weekly Racing PLUS INEX Legends

FRIDAY - AUGUST 11 SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP School Supply Night

WEDNESDAY - AUGUST 16 Grant County Fair Race PLUS AIRS

Weekly classes include IMCA Modi eds, SportMods, Hobby Stocks, Limited Late Models and 4 Cylinders. Schedule subject to change.

presented by Dairyland Racing

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Black’s Floor Covering: Flooring and professional installation, for your home or business. Carpet, hardwood, tile and laminates. 214 Main St., Darlington, 608.776.2446.

Darlington Mini Mart: Citgo gas, convenience store just off the trail at the intersection of Hwys. 23 and 81, Darlington. McDonald’s is located in the same building. 608.776.2877.

Ford Appliance: Come see us for all your appliance needs! Sales and service is our business! Locations in Darlington, 608.776.3333 and Mineral Point, 608.987.2748.

Lillygene Collective: A boutique store with a carefully curated collection of women’s clothing, gifts, and home decor. 319 Main St., Darlington, WI, 608.482.0424.

Main Furniture and Home: Check Out Our Eclectic Styles! 229 Main St., Darlington, 608.776.2125, mainfurnitureandhome@gmail.com.

Mathy’s Ace Hardware: Carrying everything from hardware, paint, farm supplies, sporting goods and over 200 guns. 121 Pelco Dr., Darlington, 608.776.3729.

Nature’s Gifts, Greenhouse and Floral: A sweet blend of greenhouse, nursery, garden décor and orist. 16111 St. Hwy. 81, Darlington, 608.776.3998.

Pins & Pieces Quilt Shop: Quality quilting fabric, notions, thread, alteration services, tuxedo rental. 242 Main Street, Darlington, 608.968.3458.

Be Still & Know: Reiki Healing, Angel Card and Akashic Record readings. 123A W. Ann St., Darlington, 608-482-4260.

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Apple River State Bank, Coming soon to the Darlington community! 207 Wells Street, www.AppleRiverStateBank.com

Brunkow Construction: Specializing in commercial, new homes and home improvement. 843 Main St., Darlington, 608.776.3658, brunkowconstruction.com.

Dora Ritter Wellness Center: Complete workout center. Classes available. Inside city hall across from the courthouse at 627 Main St., Darlington, 608.776.4965.

Erickson Funeral Home: Pre-planning and cremation services in Darlington, Shullsburg and Argyle, 608.776.3542, www.ericksonfuneralhome.com.

F & K Tire Service & Repair: Locally owned. 442 Main Street, Darlington, WI. Call Terry Fox at 608.482.4401 or Matt Kurth at 608.482.2455. For after hour service, call Terry.

First National Bank: Your hometown independent bank. 245 Main St., Darlington, 608.776.4071. 5800 Philipps St., Gratiot, 608.922.6422.

Fritz’s Burner Service: Installation services of water heaters, furnaces, boilers, air conditioning, in- oor heat and more. 180 W. Minerva St., Darlington, 608.776.2123.

Johnson Public Library: Public library, wireless internet service, video rental and so much more. 131 E. Catherine St., Darlington, 608.776.4171.

Lafayette Development Corporation: Promoting Lafayette County. “Growing our future, one job at a time.” 627 Washington St., Darlington, 608.776.8080, www.futurelafayette.com.

Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County: 24 hour emergency service, outpatient clinics, dialysis center, rehabilitation and urgent care. 800 Clay St., Darlington, 608.776.4466.

MHLC Primary Clinic of Darlington: Health care for infants to seniors. 731 Clay St., Darlington, 608.776.4497.

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Morrissey Printing: For your printing needs from “A”ddress labels to “Z”fold newsletters. Two locations: Darlington and Platteville, 608.776.4671.

Reilly Plumbing and Heating: Residential, commercial and remodeling. 24 hour service. “Better call Reilly’s” 1848 Ervin Johnson Dr., Darlington, 608.776.2936.

Southwest Health Eye Center: Specializing in advanced care for your eyes. From exams to glasses and everything in between, helping you see life more clearly is always our #1 priority. 346 Main St., Darlington, 608-776-4413, www.southwesthealth.org

The BARn: A unique special events facility, 6935 Mound View Rd., Platteville, 608.778.7992, www.barnandcoop.com.

Virtue Motors: Allow them to demonstrate their commitment to excellence! For sales, call 888-252-0722; for service, call 888-419-7847 and for parts, call 888-419-9236. Located at 12075 State Rd. 23 South, Darlington.

Wild Roots Salon: A full service salon located at 218 Main St., Darlington, 608.776.2201.

FULL SERVICE SALON Kyla Kieffer • Ivy Lawinger

Greetings! from the Mayor of the City of Darlington!

Whether you are visiting Darlington for the day or for the weekend, you’ll notice not only our diversity, but also all the fun Darlington has to offer.

As Mayor and a resident most people know me as a straightforward, simple guy who loves his hometown and I know you will too. I invite you to come and explore Darlington with it’s rich history, wonderful schools and outdoor recreation.

From shopping to ATVing and stock car races to festivals, we’ve got you covered here in Darlington.

Mayor, Mi McDerm t

History of the Lafayette County Historical Society

In January 1981, a half-dozen people met at the Darlington Public Library to discuss the possibility of forming a local historical group. Enough people indicated an interest in preserving our history to make a formal organization feasible. It was decided to make the group a Lafayette County Historical Society rather than a Darlington Historical Society, and to af liate with the State Historical Society of Wisconsin.

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Library

Johnson Public Library is a beautiful welcoming community gathering place in the heart of Darlington. Set among the greenery of the park, it is conveniently located at 131 E. Catherine Street. The library boasts much more than the latest best sellers. One can also nd newly released DVDs, I-readers, 13 high speed computer stations, wonderful children’s activities, a genealogy room, art exhibits, free WIFI, a fax machine, varied adult programs and much more. Just visiting our library is an experience in itself. Browse the stacks of our impressive light- lled arts and crafts - style space; cozy up with a local newspaper in front of our lovely replace; or take the kids into our spacious and colorful children’s room to play with puppets and blocks or to read a story in our antique rocker. No matter what you seek, you’ll nd it at Johnson Public Library. Our friendly helpful staff and relaxed atmosphere will keep you coming back again and again! For more information, contact c tzsimons@swls.org or call 608.776.4171.

Parks

The eight parks in and around Darlington consist of a Walking Trail, Pool Park, Black Bridge Park, Pecatonica River Trails Park, Festival Grounds Park, Riverside Park, Veterans Memorial Park and Peterson Park. There are three shelter houses which can be reserved.

Walking Park

The paved lighted walking trail follows the Pecatonica River. You can enjoy the sounds of the Pecatonica River, rest on one of the benches along the trail or view ower gardens along the trail.

Pool Park

Located at the northern end of Darlington off of Cty. Rd. F including frisbee golf; swimming pool; lighted basketball/tennis court; two shelter pavilions equipped with picnic tables and grills; restroom and playground equipment. Enjoy sledding and cross country skiing during the winter.

Pecatonica River Trails Park

Located on the west side of downtown Darlington along the Pecatonica River. Amenities: Campgrounds; restroom/ shower facility; RV dump station; day use ATV Trail parking; open green space; canoe launch; handicapped shing pier and playground equipment.

Festival Grounds Park

Located at the south end of Main Street adjacent to the Main Street Bridge. Amenities: Octagon shelter; benches and open green space. This small park hosts many Darlington events.

Black Bridge Park

Located at the northwest end of Darlington along State Hwy. 23 including two lighted sand volleyball courts; space for ballgames; handicapped shing pier; boat ramp; shelter; picnic tables, grills, parking and portable pot restroom.

Riverside Park

Located on the east side of downtown along the Pecatonica River behind the Piggly Wiggly Supermarket. Amenities: Lighted softball/baseball diamond; lighted youth baseball/softball diamond “SIEG FIELD” batting cage; lighted basketball court; shelter pavilion; restrooms; playground equipment; canoe launch; picnic tables and grills.

Veterans Memorial Park

Located at the upper end of Main Street next to the Johnson Public Library, Lafayette County Historical Society, Lafayette County Courthouse and the Darlington Municipal Building. Amenities: Passive park with lots of shade and benches along the sidewalks.

Peterson Park

Located on the west side of downtown along West River Road. Amenities: Picnic tables and trash cans.

Courthouse

One of the most interesting historic sites in Darlington is the Courthouse. The Lafayette County Courthouse was built between 1905 and 1907 at a total cost of $136,556.17. When Mr. Matt Murphy from Benton, WI, died in 1903, he bequeathed that 70% of his estate be used toward the construction of a County Courthouse. Today, Lafayette County has the distinction of having the only courthouse still in use in the United States that was paid for solely by one man. Lafayette County is also the home of Wisconsin’s rst State Capitol located just outside of Belmont, WI. The courthouse courtroom was used in the lming of “Public Enemies,’’ starring Johnny Depp in 2008.

the college level. Distance learning classes, AP classes and National Honor Society motivate students to compete beyond the high school experience. Darlington consistently excels in the sports arena as well as being home to a stellar forensics team and award-winning band. Our fall musical draws sell-out crowds with its professional performances. Whether it is business, technical education, art, foreign language, agriculture, or a core class, the school provides interesting challenges for all. Call 608.776.4001.

Elementary/Middle School: Often referred to as DEMS, the building is comprised of four main wings: Early Childhood-1st grade, 2nd-4th grade, 5th8th grade and Allied Arts. Approximately 530 students, who consistently score above the state average on WKCE exams, call DEMS home. Call 608.776.4021.

Police Department

The Darlington Police Department was established in 1865 and is comprised of ve full-time of cers and ve part-time of cers who provide 24 hour police services to the city.

Fire Department

Darlington Community Fire District, 230 West Cornelia Street, P.O. Box 2, Darlington, WI.

Emergency Ambulance

For the City of Darlington Emergency Ambulance, call 608.776.2205.

Schools Redbird Pride!

Darlington High School: Offers academic classes to prepare students for

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Holy Rosary School: Located at 730 Wells Street, Darlington, WI. Email hrschool@ mediacombb.net or call 608.776.3710.

Humpty Dumpty Pre-School: Call 608.776.2300.

Southwest Tech: Located at 11838 Center Hill Road, Darlington, WI 53530.

Wellness Center

Dora Ritter Wellness Center: Committed to bringing awareness the bene ts of wellness and tness to Darlington. A full range of well maintained, state-of-theart tness equipment and programming; introductory and advanced training for all ages and ability levels; diversity of members in age, ability and background; spacious, beautiful and clean facilities.

Health Care

Darlington Heights Senior Housing: A housing unit for active seniors conveniently located near the public library, downtown shopping, the Lafayette County Courthouse, many of the community churches, the post of ce, parks and more! Featuring controlled access entry; furnished hospitality room with full kitchen, dining room and entertainment center; fully furnished roo ine terrace with gas grill; secure garage for tenant parking with individual storage spaces; re protection system, inside mail delivery; elevator and off-street guest parking.

Dime Medical: Dr. Robiolio of DIME Medical provides direct primary care that does not use insurance but is affordable for the average working individual and family. 340 Main St., Darlington, 608.482.2005.

Lafayette County Health Department: Offers many services for the citizens of Lafayette County, taking pride in providing care in all aspects of the services they provide, which include: Public Health Program, Home Care, Personal Care and Loan Closet. Located at 729 Clay St., Darlington, 608.776.4895.

Lafayette Manor: The only skilled nursing home in Lafayette County. It is both Medicare and Medicaid certi ed. It also has the licensing authority to provide care to our veterans. Lafayette Manor provides: Physical, occupational and speech therapy, memory care unit for dementia and Alzheimer’s residents, certi ed social worker to assist residents and families with admissions, daily needs and discharges, activities, programs and 24-hour skilled nursing care.

Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County (MHLC): A healthcare organization that consists of a 25 bed Critical Access Hospital (CAH) and three Primary Care Clinics. MHLC’s hospital is located in Darlington and is committed to providing quality healthcare to Lafayette County and the surrounding area. MHLC provides 24/7

ER coverage as well as week-end and holiday Urgent Care hours. As a CAH we provide a wide range of services including in-patient, out-patient and Specialty care. Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County’s Primary Care Clinics are located in Argyle, Darlington and Shullsburg. A variety of services are provided at all three clinics by our Physicians, Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners. The Darlington Clinic offers evening clinics Monday through Thursday.

Sienna Crest Assisted Living, Inc.: Founded in 1997 and committed to providing a quality home and respectful, well conceived services for older adults in our assisted living homes. They support family members who struggle with the decision-making and change in roles that occur in the move to assisted living. Sienna Crest is attuned to the shifts in health, nances, family relationships, mobility and the rise in the consumer voice.

Southwest Health’s Darlington Eye Center: Specializes in advanced care for your eyes. From exams to glasses and everything in between, helping you see life more clearly is always our #1 priority.

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

AGRICULTURE

Weaver Carpentry 608.482.3683

DINING

See pages 8 and 9

ELECTRICIANS

Blaser Electric 608.776.2353

Kieffer Electric 608.776.4791

Norse Electric 608.776.2362

Tuescher Electric and Refrigeration 608.776.2294

Wisconsin Electrical Service 608.776.4495

ELECTRONICS

ATTRACTIONS

Darlington Electronics 608.776.2021

Tricom Cellular and Electronics 608.776.8331

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Furst Staf ng 608.745.7100

Lafayette County Job Center 608.776.4900

AUTOMOTIVE

BARS, PUBS and SALOONS

CHURCHES

CONSTRUCTION

EXCAVATION/LANDSCAPING

Backyard Ltd./Landscape 608.776.4207

Bill Crist and Son, Inc. 608.776.3529

Jean Construction 608.776.2365

Green Thumb Landscaping 608.574.2572

Wedig Landscaping 608.776.2980

FINANCIAL

Apple River State Bank, coming soon to Darlington! Eaton Financial 608.776.8688

Edward Jones-Tyler Dornink 608.574.9134

First National Bank 608.776.4071

H&R Block 608.776.4773

Kim Havens Financial Services 608.776.3109

David Meister CPA Inc. 608.776.3115

Verlyn Adamson, CPA 608.776.8388

Woodford State Bank 608.773.3512

FLORAL

Nature’s Gift Greenhouse and Floral 608.776.3998

Piggly Wiggly Blooming Basket 608.776.4051

Taylor’s Greenhouse 608.776.4515

FUNERAL HOMES

Erickson Funeral Home 608.776.3542

GAS/CONVENIENCE

Casey’s General Store 608.776.4537

New Horizons 608.776.8005

Darlington Mini Mart 608.776.2877

HAIR and TANNING

Hair and Nail Connection 608.776.8866

Images 608.776.3656

Bussan and Allendorf 608.776.3816

Chris Andrews Construction 608.776.3718

Crist Fencing 608.574.1993

Dan Lange Construction 608.776.3629

Haesler Construction 608.776.3670

Hickory Ridge Construction 608.482.0956

Johnson Builders 608.776.2176

Kleiber Buildings 608.574.6366

Kleiber Custom Woodworking 608.965.4536

Kustom Home Services - Steve Kautz 608.574.0896

McGuire Roo ng and Construction 608.574.6315

Nodolf Lumber 608.776.4054

Prime Installation 608.712.7667

SWC - Steve Whited Construction 608.482.2414

T&A On Top Roo ng 608.574.4202

U&N Construction 608.776.8132

New Horizons Hair Clinic 608.776.3355

THairapy 608.732.1009

The Cut Above 608.776.2250

Wild Roots Full Service Salon 608.776.2201

HEALTH and WELLNESS

Be Still & Know 608.482.4260

Community Health Systems 608.776.2082

Darlington Chiropractic 608.776.4325

Dime Medical 608.482.2005

Dora Ritter Wellness Center 608.776.4965

Foundation Fitness & Nutrition 608.574.5256

Heart of Healing Acupuncture 608.726.0810

MHLC Primary Clinic In Darlington 608.776.4497

Hartig Drug Store 608.776.4481

Lafayette County Human Services 608.776.4800

Lafayette County Health Department 608.776.4895

Lafayette County Home Care and Hospice 608.776.4895

Lafayette County Manor 608.776.4472

Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County 608.776.4466

Sienna Crest Assisted Living 608.776.3477

Southwest Health Eye Center 608.776.4413

The Bar www.thulis.com

The Body Shoppe www.thebodyshoppewi.com

Traditional Family Dentistry 608.776.4471

Whalen Chiropractic 608.776.4511

INSURANCE

American Family-Robb Paquette 608.776.4547

Country Financial-Hunter Johnson 608.277.0106

Darlington Mutual 608.776.2319

Rural Mutual 608.776.4455

State Farm Insurance 608.776.3323

Town and Country Insurance Service, Inc. 608.776.2500

Tricor Insurance 608.776.4025

LEGAL SERVICES

Duxstad & Bestul, S.C. 608.776.2662

McDaniel Stauffacher Law, LLC 608.776.4442 Russell Law Of ce, S.C. 608.448.3680

LOCKSMITH

Schultz Security 608.776.4700

LODGING

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PLUMBING and HEATING

Crist Plumbing 608.574.3766

Fritz’s Burner Service 608.776.2123

Goebel Plumbing 608.482.1250

Reilly Plumbing and Heating 608.776.2936

PRINTING

Grant, Iowa, Lafayette Shopping News 608.348.2374

Morrissey Printing 608.776.4671

Republican Journal 608.776.4425

Southwest Graphics 608.776.4042

RADIO

Big Radio 608.325.2164

Queen B Radio 608.349.2000

WDMP Radio 608.935.2302

WEKZ Radio 608.325.2161

REAL ESTATE/AUCTION SERVICES

Crist Real Estate Group 608.482.4040

Dick White Auction, Realty and Appraisal 608.574.7658

Heinburg Valuation 608.482.1683

Lafayette County Abstract and Title 608.776.3338

Lafayette Land and Title 608.776.3000

RECREATION

Pecatonica River Trails Park Camp Sites 608.776.4970

Darlington Golf and Country Club 608.776.3377

Darlington Swimming Pool 608.776.3102

Lafayette County Speedway 608.482.2934

RETAIL

MUNICIPAL

SERVICES City of Darlington 608.776.4970

Darlington Police Department 608.776.4980 Emergency 911 Johnson Public Library 608.776.4171

United States Post Of ce 608.776.2436

ORGANIZATIONS

American Legion Post #214 608.776.4041

Canoe Festival Committee 608.776.4229

Chamber/Main Street 608.776.3067

Darlington Community Fund www.cfsw.org

Darlington Economic Development Corp. 608.776.3067

Garden Club 608.776.2863

Knights of Columbus 608.776.2251

Lafayette County Tourism 608.776.3064

Lafayette Historical Society 608.776.8340

Lafayette Development Corp. 608.776.8080

Lafayette County Food Pantry, SWCAP 608.935.2326

Lions Club 608.776.2701

Optimist Club of Darlington 608.776.3512

Pecatonica Valley Antique Club 608.776.3754

Pop Factory Players 608.776.2756

Southwest Tech Outreach Classroom 800.362.3322

PETS

Center Hill Veterinary Clinic 608.776.4083

PEST CONTROL

Wagner Pest Control 608.776.3202

Avon Locker Plant, LLC 608.776.2336

Bargain Nook 608.776.4665

Blacks Floor Covering 608.776.2446

Brunkow Cheese 608.776.3716

Dollar General 608.776.2045

Ford Appliance 608.776.3333

Hartig Drug 608.776.4481

Jo’s Cupcakes search on facebook

La Mexicana Store 608.776.2282

Lillygene Collective 608.482.4024

Main Furniture & Home 608.776.2125

Mathys Ace Hardware 608.776.3729

Mike’s Engine Works 608.776.2304

Piggly Wiggly Supermarket 608.776.4051

Pins and Pieces 608.776.2116

Roelli Cheese 608.965.3779

Tammy’s Tasty Temptations search on facebook

Tri-Com, Radio Shack, Inc. 608.776.8331

SCHOOLS

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UTILITIES

Alliant Energy 800.862.6261

CenturyLink 608.348.8272

Comelec Internet Services 563.557.8442

DirecTV 608.776.8331

Dish Network 608.776.8331

Mediacom 800.332.0245

Mount Horeb Telephone Co. Internet 608.776.8152

Scenic Rivers Energy Co-op 608.776.4415

US Cellular 608.776.8331

Let Us Show You Around!

Business Opportunities Include:

— Local and regional food-related businesses. Darlington is located in one of Wisconsin’s most productive agricultural areas.

— Agricultural and other processing uses. Close to major university research centers, industrial processors, and assembly plants.

— Ample, affordable and well-planned business park, with a full range of infrastructure.

— Historic downtown space for retail and of ces, especially start-up businesses.

— Nature-based tourism, recreation and learning opportunities associated with the Pecatonica River, Yellowstone Lake State Park and trails.

Darlington is gathering momentum for new possibilities, economic opportunities and you!

For information about relocating to Darlington or business development, contact:

Darlington Chamber/Main Street Program

447 Main Street, Darlington, WI 53530

608.776.3067

Email: mainstprogram@gmail

Facebook: Darlingtonchambermain

Instagram: Darlingtonchamber1

Lafayette Development Corporation

439 Main Street, Darlington, WI 53530

608.776.8080

Email: ldc@mhtc.net

Visit: www.lafayettecounty.org

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