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Minneiska Ski Team still making waves In 1968, Gary Marvin and Craig Koerting were the first to barefoot on Whitewater Lake. In 1973, the Whitewater Lake Sports Club was founded. The Minneiska Ski Team performed its first ski show on July 21, 1974, at the Lions Club chicken barbecue picnic. The ski team was well received and moved to the Laursen’s TC Campground. The Whitewater Lake Sports Club was initially formed to include many sports, but water show skiing became the favorite sport of choice. The name Minneiska was fitting because it is the Indian name for “white water.” As Minneiska grew in name and numbers it became very popular and began competing at the Lamb’s Farm tournament, the Wisconsin State Tournament, and Show Ski Nationals.

June 4, 11 and 18 at 7 p.m. July 2, 9 and 16 at 7 p.m. Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. Aug. 20 at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 3 at 6 p.m. Special events/shows for the team this year include: The team’s annual Fourth of July Parade and Ski Show event at Cravath Lake Park, 341 S. Fremont St., Whitewater will be held in conjunction with the City of Whitewater’s parade (ski show following the parade.) The sponsor/booster appreciation show is set for 7 p.m., July 30 at Scenic Ridge Campground. The team’s benefit/alumni show will be at 6 p.m., Aug. 27.

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The Minneiska Ski Team is set to perform the following Saturdays at Scenic Ridge Campground, W7991 R & W Townline Road, Whitewater. May 28 at 7 p.m.

The annual Bratfest event will be July 30 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (with the team performance at 7 p.m. at Scenic Ridge Campground.) Visit the team on Facebook at www.facebook. com/MinneiskaWaterSkiShowTeam.

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The Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Road throughout the summer. For more information, visit whitewaterskiteam.org.

IS A LAKE HOME YOUR DREAM HOME? For many people, a lake house is the ultimate dream home, a place to relax and recreate. But everyone’s definition of the dream is different, according to Realtors who specialize in lake properties. “There are a boatful of questions to be asked and answered before a lake house search can begin in earnest,” said Julie Morse, managing broker for Keefe Real Estate in its Elkhorn-Lakes Area office. “Lake realty specialists have an entire list of buyer questions to help clients zero in on the right

lake lifestyle for them.” Whitewater Lake is the biggest lake in the area, covering 640 square acres, Lakefront houses range from the low hundred thousands to a million, with many off-lake options offering additional considerations of value, access and privacy. There are many inviting country retreats off the lakefront, too, but with easy access to the lake and its resources. Those wanting to be closer to downtown Whitewater but still enjoy a lake view and/ or boat access might enjoy a home by

Trippe Lake, which covers 113 square acres and reaches depth of 8 feet. It is a popular local “swimming hole” and has bluegill, largemouth bass and Northern pike. Nearby Cravath Lake is 68 square acres across, and boasts the Cravath Lakefront Center on a 6-acre park site that hosts many community events, including the big Fourth of July celebration. Drive farther out from the city, and you will find still more beautiful lakes and housing choices. Among the lakes that

shimmer peacefully near or amidst scenic Kettle Moraine State Forest areas are Lake Lorraine, Turtle Lake and North Lake. “Whether you are buying or selling a lake home, be sure to confer with a lake property specialist who knows the area, as well as the answers to the myriad home, land and water questions that are all part of the equation” Morse said. This article is courtesy of Keefe Real Estate. For more information, call (800) 6902292 or visit www.keeferealestate.com.

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Water skiing is a popular summertime activity in Wisconsin. As with any water sport, safety should be the first concern. Always have a spotter and make sure the equipment being used is in good working order.

Top 10 tips

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FOR TOW SPORTS FUN By Ted Sensenbrenner CONTRIBUTOR

Tow sports is an activity that is growing as fast as adventureseeking individuals can think up new ways to have fun while boating. A whole industry exists that promotes family-fun products that can be towed behind a boat. Today, tow sports is more than just waterskiing; it includes activities such as wakeboarding, knee boarding, tubing, and other inflated towable devices. There are specific watersports gear and products that make the sport safe and enjoyable, and even has associations and competitions to support and grow the sport. Having a great time doesn’t necessarily require a fast boat, just some common sense. 1. Safety first – Always wear a properly fitted Coast Guardapproved life jacket for any tow sport activity. Select one that won’t ride up over your head and that provides adequate impact protection if you take a spill. 2. Inspect equipment – Check

your equipment carefully for wear and tear before use. Replace and discard components that show signs of deterioration. 3. Know the area – Check out the area where you’ll be participating in tow sports ahead of time. Do not operate in shallow water, near the shoreline, or near docks, pilings, swimmers, and other watercraft. 4. Turn off engine – Always turn off your engine when a rider is entering or exiting the water. Besides the danger of a moving propeller, a boat’s exhaust can produce carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas that can be deadly. 5. Listen to the rider – Remember that a rider has no control of the boat or its speed, so be sure to go over hand signals with the rider before he or she gets in the water. This way, a rider can communicate if they wish to turn, slow down, or stop. 6. Observe capacity ratings – For inflatable tubes and similar devices that allow for multiple

riders, multiple riders follow the manufacturer’s recommendations on weight limit and maximum towing speed. 7. Always use a spotter – Required by law in most states, a spotter should have constant visual contact with the rider and relay information to the boat operator. 8. Operate with care – The driver should always look ahead and be mindful of other waterway users. Use caution when crossing a wake or operating near other boats, docks, or the shore. 9. Know your limits – Always ski or ride within your limits. Operate or participate with control and at speeds appropriate for your ability. 10. Take Care of Equipment – When possible, rinse your equipment with fresh water to keep it lasting longer, and coil your tow rope to prevent permanent kinks Don’t forget to read the operator’s manual before using any new piece of equipment.

Not only are the safety messages important, but the manual may also provide tips on getting the most enjoyment from your new toy. Always respect the waterways, other waterway users, and those who live adjacent to our waterways.

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It’s time to get outside and get moving A guide to the area lakes and parks

reaches a maximum depth of just 10 feet. The lake is accessible by boat ramp, and for those who like to fish, it is stocked with bluegill, largemouth bass and northern pike.

a community meeting place and hosts the Seniors in the Park program. Located in the north-central portion of the city, Starin Park is adjacent to the UWWhitewater campus and offers a variety of recreational activities including: basketball, baseball, horseshoes, sledding and hiking. There is also a playground, picnic area, two open shelters and restrooms.

Cravath Lake at 341 S. Fremont St. that now claims host to several community events, including the annual Fourth of July celebration, Freeze Fest, Pig in the Park, Concerts in the Park and Family Fun nights. The Cravath Lakefront Center building was designed to resemble Whitewater’s historic depot. It offers restrooms, a picnic area, fire pit and an adjacent parking lot.

With the weather finally warming up, it’s time to enjoy the great outdoors and get moving after the long winter. And what better way to do that than taking advantage of the local parks and waterways. Whitewater is host to three beautiful lakes and numerous parks. Whether you’re looking for a quite fishing spot or place for a family picnic, there’s no need to look further than Whitewater. The Whitewater Parks and Recreation Department is warning that the Whitewater Creek bike path will experience significant disruption during construction on George Street until mid-June. Bicyclists and pedestrians are asked to use caution in this area during construction. For more information about the Parks and Rec Department and its summer offerings, visit whitewater.recdesk.com.

TRIPPE LAKE PARK Trippe Lake Park was dedicated as a City Park in 1958. The lake was named in honor of Dr. James and Rosepha Trippe, credited as being the founders of the city. Trippe WHITEWATER LAKE Lake was formed as a result of a dam that Covering 640 square acres, Whitewater was constructed to operate or power the old Lake is clearly the largest of the area’s lakes sawmill. Trippe Lake serves as the local and is located in the Town of Whitewater. “swimming hole.” The lake is 38 feet deep at maximum Recent renovations to this 34-acre park, depth, and is fully stocked with bluegill, located on the city’s southeast side at 407 largemouth bass, northern pike and walleye. S. Wisconsin St., include new playground This lake can be accessed through a equipment, a shelter, restrooms and barrier-free ramp. environmental and landscape upgrades. The park’s large hill is a popular sledding destination in the winter months. An open Parks shelter, picnic area and restrooms make this a year-round park. STARIN PARK Starin Park’s 34 acres date back to 1888. CRAVATH LAKEFRONT It is one of the oldest recognized parks In the 1990s, faced with environmental in the state, and boasts the second oldest issues, the city opted to create an open operating municipal water tower. The park, space to encourage visits to the downtown 504 W. Starin Road, provided housing for area. A history that included being a veterans during and after World War II, and dumpsite, oil tank storage, candle factory has hosted many celebrations and recreation and other industrial uses are now redefined events ever since. A Veterans War Memorial as the lakefront that hosts numerous was erected to honor area servicemen. celebrations, concerts and Park and The Community Building, built in 1934, Recreation events. was rebuilt after a fire in 1998, and provides It is a six-acre site on the north side of

MORAINE VIEW PARK Moraine View Park, established in 1998, is located in the Whitewater Technology Park in the northeast section of Whitewater at 1201 E. Innovation Drive. The park itself is home to soccer fields, the Community Garden and Whitewater Bark Park.

Lakes CRAVATH LAKE Covering just 68 square acres, Cravath Lake is the smallest and shallowest of the area’s three lakes. Classified as a drainage lake, Cravath averages only three feet in depth, and

TRIPPE LAKE Similar to Cravath Lake, Trippe Lake is classified as a drainage lake, but is larger in overall size. Trippe Lake covers 113 square acres and reaches a maximum depth of eight feet. The lake is also accessible by way of a boat ramp and is also stocked with bluegill, largemouth bass and northern pike.

BARK PARK Located in Moraine View Park at the east end of Commercial Drive, as its name suggests, this portion of the park is the only area in the city dedicated solely to dogs. It opened in 2006. A dedicated group of dog enthusiasts raised more than $25,000 for the project, and convinced many local businesses and organizations to donate their time and resources to the creation of the park. Licensing and membership fees help offset the maintenance costs. WHITEWATER CREEK NATURE AREA Nestled between Fremont Street and Whitewater Creek, this nearly-60-acre nature area offers a picnic area, hiking and cross-country ski trails, fishing and a wildflower planting area.

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‘A C U LT U R E O F LIT ER ACY ’

Murals combine efforts of middle school and university Tom Ganser

over the project as the actual students performing it do, and they did phenomenally. CORRESPONDENT “They planned, they directed, and they also painted on the murals,” O’Malley said. “It was t took the efforts of more than 100 really impressive to see them take what they were Whitewater Middle School seventh learning in the books themselves and then integrate graders and 31 University of Wisconsinit into the art itself. Whitewater pre-service teacher education “Not only do we have four murals but also the majors. students who were engaged in the design process,” It took two literacy teachers at the middle school – Rochelle Ahrens and Carey Fero – and he added. “They planned, they’d create, and then UW-W reading methods professor Ann Curry Ruff. half way through they’d say, ‘Oh, this original plan isn’t working too well.’ So they’d go back and And it took Michigan artist and muralist Joel revise that. They were artists, they were problem Schoon-Tanis. solvers, and they should be incredibly proud of their The end result? “A celebration of diversity, work.” culture and difference,” according to Whitewater Ahrens said the middle school students worked Middle School Principal Tanya Wojciechowicz. with Tanis in one of three capacities – brainstorming Nine novels depicting childhood experiences ideas for the murals, researching for images related to Cambodian, Chinese, Hispanic, and representing those ideas, and designing and painting Jewish cultures read by the middle school students were at the heart of this “art integration” project that the mural. In addition, after the murals were finished, the students created “acrostic” posters resulted in the design and painting of four 4-by-6about the novels in which the first letter of each line foot murals representing each of those cultures. spells out a word or a message. This project, Wojciechowicz told the audience “How lucky we are to work with Dr. Ruff and gathered in the Whitewater Middle School Library her students. It gives our students an opportunity to Media Center March 16 for the unveiling, was one of many at the school aimed at building “a culture of really be able to have great book talks about what they’re reading and also for the university students literacy.” to work on some of the reading skills,” Fero said. “The pieces that you will be seeing this evening will help breathe life into these walls and send forth Tanis, who has served as the artist in residence for four Big Reads events in Whitewater, said he a message of compassion, cultural competency, loves “how art and literature can intersect into the and hope, leaving a legacy that will transcend the broader idea of literacy.” building and outlast all of us,” she explained. “At its core, in my belief, art is meant to Over a period of several weeks, the UW-W communicate,” Tanis said. “We look at images and students guided the middle school students in they tell us something. What I love is taking ideas discussing and exploring in-depth the novel they from books, combining with imagery, and using had read in preparation for working with Tanis in it as a way to both navigate the ideas in the books conceptualizing, designing and painting murals but also to communicate something more for an aimed at capturing essential features of the four audience, in this case, a school.” cultures as depicted in the novels. Tanis applauded the results of the efforts of all UW-W student Kay Pistora said the early preparation for her and her fellow students included the students involved. “I have never stepped into a situation that was reading the novels and researching cultural and keyed up so well,” he said. “All those charts, and historical artwork related to them. mappings out, and the games that were played, “Like any good teacher, we started at the end with an assessment plan for the goals,” Pistora said. set it up so well. So they were ready to talk about these books, and already had thought broadly about That was followed by the creation of activities to them.” engage the students in achieving those goals. Tanis explained the art process involved in Natalee Overboe, of UW-W, said the activities creating the murals. included making posters, playing games related to “While I read these books, and had images in the novels, the multimedia use of smartboards and my head and ideas of key themes, I step into these computers, and the creation of “tableaus” – freeze frames of scenes from the novel that portrayed what projects taking the lead from the students. While I facilitate the painting and help map things out, the characters may be feeling. the ideas that you will see in the paintings were Conor O’Malley, a student fellow for the motivated by the students, by the work they had ArtReach Grant obtained by UW-W to fund this done before I ever arrived and the end result came project and also a student of Ruff’s, said the group See MURALS, Page 6 from the university didn’t “have as much control BY

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Above: These four murals are now on display at Whitewater Middle School, the result of a project that included students from the middle school and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater reading novels, conducting research, and the design and creation of the mural with Schoon-Travis. Page 6: Whitewater Middle School students Yovanna Guerrero (from the left), Kelly Villarreal, Madelynn Newmann and Clarissa Behm work on one of four murals now on display at the school. Top right: Artist Joel Schoon-Travis discusses the project with students at Whitewater Middle School and University of Wisconsin-Whitewater pre-service teacher education majors.

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(Continued from page 5) from other people in this room,” Tanis said. turned to the internet, using a Google search Some of the middle school students engine to find images and Google docs to described their experiences in being share the images with other students. involved with the project. Claire Behm, one of the painters, said “The thing that Mr. Schoon-Tanis kept within five minutes of walking into the saying was to say everything you can room, “Mr. Tanis said, ‘It’s OK to mess up.’ think of because it could spark an idea in I was so excited to do this project. It was a someone else’s head. Every idea is a good very fun project because I love to paint and I idea. There’s no wrong idea and every idea also love to read.” counts,” Mariano Cano said. Kristin Goble, an assistant professor of Starting with ideas from the curriculum and instruction at UW-W, serves brainstorming list, Ian Killoran said he as administrator of the university’s ArtReach

grant that’s funded by the Margaret A. Cargill Foundation. The grant, totaling $2 million over three years, included about $60,000 last year for materials and professional development for Whitewater Unified School District teachers “to continue to learn and love art and teaching.” Goble said an important value of the mural projects for the middle school students was the opportunity it gave them to create something. “We are makers first. We are always

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Calendar of Events MAY 28 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater

JUNE 1, 15 Limber Timbers Square Dance Club – dancing from 7:3010 p.m. at the Darien Senior Center, 37 Park St., Darien. Cost is $5 per adult, $2 per child. (262) 275-6373 or www.limbertimbers.org 4 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater 4 1870s Base Ball Game: Eagle Diamonds – 10 a.m.5 p.m. with game at 1:30 p.m. Celebrate America’s favorite pastime and enjoy an old-fashioned game at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. (262) 594-6300 www.oldworldwisconsin. wisconsinhistory.org 4-5 Wisconsin DNR Free Fun Weekend – Free entry to state

parks and forest, free DNR trails, free fishing on all Wisconsin waters and free ATV/UTV vehicle riding on public trails open to such uses. No license required. 4, 11, 18, 25 Walworth County farmers market – Veterans Park on the downtown square, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. (262) 7237733 11 Bethel House 19th Annual 9-hole golf outing, Whitewater Country Club with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. www.bethelhouseinc.org 11 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater 16 Messy Fest – Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater from 7 to 9 p.m. Kids – wear old clothes because this event is a messy one, from painting with your feet

to catching cheese puffs on your head. This event is free of charge, sponsored by Whitewater’s Recreation Department. 18 Run United – 5-mile Run/Walk and 2-mile walk. (262) 374-4474 or www.uw-wc.org 18 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater 18 Early Harness Races – noon at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11, Elkhorn. (262) 723-3228 18 Walworth County Farm Bureau Dairy Breakfast, 6 to 11 a.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. Event features full breakfast, crafters, live animals and a tour of a Walworth County farm. (262) 723-3228 18 14th annual Midsummer Magic 6 to 9 p.m. at Old World Wisconsin’s Crossroads Village, W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle. The annual fundraiser for the Old World Wisconsin Foundation features wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverage samples and gourmet food samples from more than 40 participating vendors, four stages for music, silent auctions, raffles and parking. Craft fair available from noon to 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $55 for the general public. (262) 594-2922 19 Pride and Joy Car Show, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. across from the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce, 203 E. Walworth St., at the Elkhorn Garage. There is no entry fee, though donations will be accepted for the Elkhorn Food Pantry. Goodie bags and dash plaques will be available for the first 75 cars. (262) 723-5788 or elkhornchamber.com 22 Walworth County Fair’s Pork Chop Cookout – featuring Country Idol Preliminaries and Crowning of 2012 Fairest of the Fair from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11, Elkhorn. (262) 723-3228

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The lights from the carnival held during Whitewater’s 4th of July celebration reflect on the calm surface of Cravath Lake last summer. The annual four-day event includes live music, a parade, the Whippet City Mile race, a fireworks display and the carnival complete with games and rides. This year’s event is set for Friday, July 1, through Monday, July 4. 23 Palmyra-Eagle Community Band concert – 7 p.m. at Palmyra Village Park, 955 S. Eighth St., Palmyra. Take in a free concert of the band with members from throughout southeast Wisconsin playing a variety of music including marches, show tunes and golden oldies. 26 Antique Flea Market – at 7 a.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11, Elkhorn. Cost is $5. (414) 525-0820 or www. nlpromotionsllc.com 24 Lutherdale Fish Fry – 4:307:30 p.m. at Lutherdale Camp, N7891 Highway 12. Ticket cost for adults is $12, $7 for children 12 and younger. (262) 742-2352

JULY 1-4 Whitewater’s 4th of July Festival, a celebration of freedom and independence with family, friends and community at Cravath Lakefront Park. The festival opens at 5 p.m., Friday, July 1, noon on Saturday and Sunday, July 2 and 3, and at 10 a.m., Monday, July 4. The event includes a carnival, live music, the Miss Whitewater Pageant, a parade, the Whippet City Mile Run and fireworks. There is no entry fee for this family-friendly event.

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9 Vintage Base Ball: Eagle Diamonds – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. with game at 1:30 p.m. Celebrate America’s favorite pastime and enjoy an old-fashioned game at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. (262) 594-6300 www.oldworldwisconsin. wisconsinhistory.org

2 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater 2 Early Harness Races – noon at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11. (262) 723-3228

9 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater

4, 5, 6 An Old World Fourth of July – from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. visitors can celebrate as people did in the 19th and 20th centuries with a “through the ages” parade, band concert and spirited competitions at Old World Wisconsin, W372 S9727 Highway 67, Eagle. (262) 5946301 or www.oldworldwisconsin. wisconsinhistory.org

14 Depot Express – 7 to 9 p.m., at Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater. Those who enjoy dancing and singing along to great classic rock tunes and a mix of contemporary pop, country and blues be sure to attend this free event.

4 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs on Cravath Lake, Whitewater, following the 4th of July parade 6, 20 Limber Timbers Square Dance Club – dancing from 7:3010 p.m. at the Darien Senior Center, 37 Park St., Darien. Cost is $5 per adult, $2 per child. (262) 275-6373 or www.limbertimbers.org

15, 16, 17 – Elkhorn Rib Fest, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday at the Walworth County Fairgrounds. Event will feature competition presented by Miller and Frank’s Piggly Wiggly, live entertainment, food vendors, a beer garden and camping. Admission is free (262) 723-3228

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15, 16 Relay For Life – 7 p.m. at Walworth County Fairgrounds, Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11. (262) 7233228 www.relayforlife.org 16 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater 16-31 The World of Little House – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. Daily activities that let visitors live like Laura Ingalls Wilder and the Ingalls family and friends. Dress as a character from one of the Little House on the Prairie books and receive a discount on admission. (262) 594-6300 or www. oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org 20 Junior Beef Steak Cookout – from 4

to 7 p.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. (262) 723-3228 21 Big Rig Gig – from 7 to 9 p.m., at Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater. Kids will enjoy exploring dump trucks, tractors, skid loaders, fire trucks and semis plus have an opportunity to create their own hard hat and more fun things at this free event. 29 Lutherdale Fish Fry – 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Lutherdale Camp, N7891 Highway 12. Ticket cost for adults is $12, $7 for children 12 and younger. (262) 742-2352 30 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team brat fest (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and sponsor/ booster appreciation show (7 p.m.) Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater

AUGUST 1-7 The World of Little House – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. Daily activities that let visitors live like Laura Ingalls Wilder and the Ingalls family and friends. Dress as a character from one of the Little House on the Prairie books and receive a discount on admission. (262) 594-6300 or www. oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org 3, 17 Limber Timbers Square Dance Club – dancing from 7:30-10 p.m. at the Darien Senior Center, 37 Park St., Darien. Cost is $5 per adult, $2 per child. (262) 2756373 or www.limbertimbers.org 4 David Stokes – from 7 to 9 p.m., at Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater. A free event featuring Stokes, a naturalist, humorist and educator, who uses a variety of props to teach kids 5-6 Brat Sale/Maxwell Street Days, Whitewater – purchase a brat or hot dog on Friday, Aug. 5 in front of the Downtown Whitewater/Chamber of Commerce office and then take part in hands-on art activities, sales in local stores and other events throughout the day Saturday, Aug. 6

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6 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 7 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater 6 Vintage Base Ball: Eagle Diamonds – 10 a.m.-5 p.m. with game at 1:30 p.m. Celebrate America’s favorite pastime and enjoy an old-fashioned game at Old World Wisconsin, S103 W37890 Highway 67, Eagle. (262) 594-6300 6, 7 Madison Classic Car Show and Swap – spectators and vendors welcome.

Event is from 6 a.m.-4 p.m., 6 a.m.-3 p.m. on Aug. 3, at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11, Elkhorn. (608) 244-8416 or www. madisonclassics.com 6, 13, 20, 27 Walworth County farmers market – Veterans Park on the downtown square, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. (262) 7237733 12 Lutherdale Quilt Preview and Fish Fry – 4:30-8 p.m. at Lutherdale Camp, N7891 Hwy. 12. (262) 742-2352 13 Lutherdale Fest and Quilt Auction – from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., hand-made quilts and other items will be auctioned off to support summer camp, lunch at 11 a.m. at Lutherdale, N7891 Hwy. 12. Also includes children’s programming and a men’s lounge. (262) 742-2352 14 Antique Flea Market – 7 a.m. at the Walworth County Fairgrounds, Highway 11, Elkhorn. Cost is $5. (414) 525-0820 www. nlpromotionsllc.com 18 Piper Road Spring Band – will perform a free concert from 7 to 9 p.m. at Cravath Lakefront Park, Whitewater 19, 20 Big Hat Pro Rodeo at the Walworth County Fairground, 411 E. Court St., Elkhorn. (262) 723-3228 20 Minneiska Water Ski Show Team performs at 6:30 p.m. on Whitewater Lake at Scenic Ridge Campground, N7991 R & W Townline Rd., Whitewater Although we make every attempt to provide accurate information regarding area events, dates and times may change or events may be cancelled. We suggest you verify before finalizing any travel plans.

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