New Year's Eve

It's time to make your reservations for the Lake Arrowhead New Year's Eve Party! All you can eat dinner buffet and music by Rumours Band to ring in 2013.  Reservations are required for dinner, visit the Lake Arrowhead website for more details New Year’s Eve Party

Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from BuyWisconsinLand.com

Parade of Trees

Be sure and stop by Moundview Memorial Hospital in Friendship from now until December 24th to check out the "Parade of Trees", each decorated by a local business. Choose which tree you like the best and enter their raffle. Viewing is open during normal business hours - 8:30AM-8:30PM

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Christmas Fun November 24th

This Saturday there will no shortage of Christmas spirit in Adams County. Check out these events and ring in the holiday season.

Local Adams County businesses "Home for the Holiday Celebration" begins with sales and specials in their stores beginning on Small Business Saturday.

Check out "A Night in Bethlehem", a free event at St Joseph's Center in Adams from 11AM-3PM. Donations for the food pantry would be appreciated.

The Adams County Historical Society will be hosting an Open House Saturday including a Visit from Santa from 1PM to 3PM at the McGowan House in Friendship.

Top off the evening with the Holiday Parade beginning at dusk followed the Friendship Tree Lighting.

Happy Thanksgiving from BuyWisconsinLand.com

Find Hunting Land

There is always great hunting to be found in Adams County, and at BuyWisconsinLand.com we have lots of listings so you can have a hunting haven of your own. Check out the properties below and visit out website BuyWisconsinLand.com for more wooded acreages in Adams County and across Wisconsin.

80 acres of trees and trails, near Castle Rock Lake and the Wisconsin Dells $136,000 ADAMS 1369

 

40 secluded acres just minutes from Lake Petenwell $77,000 ADAMS 1363

Remember November 11th.  The team at BuyWisconsinLand.com salutes and thanks all our Veterans for their heroic service to our Country.

ATV Ride

Grab your helmet and head to Cat's Down the Road in Arkdale October 27th for the Monroe Prairie ATV Club's ATV Halloween Drive. Registration begins at 6PM.

This will be the last ride of the season, as ATV trails close November 1st.

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October 20th - Lots of Fun Events

Next Saturday, October 20th, will be a busy day in Adams County.  Which events will you choose?

For all Kintergarten through 12th graders its the Adams County 4-H Super Saturday at the Adams-Friendship Middle School from 9AM-Noon. There will be crafts to make and activities, along with the chance to learn about the 4-H.

Roche-A-Cri State Park will be hosting the Annual Pumpkin Walk and Haunted Hayride. From 3PM to 9 PM. Bring the kids early, games will be from 3PM-4:30PM and the non-haunted hayrides will be from 3:30PM-5:30PM.  Haunted hayrides will begin at 6PM, and the trail around the mound will be lit by tiki torches and pumpkins at dusk. See more info here Roche-A-Cri State Park

Saturday evening have dinner for a good cause at the 4th Annual Italian Dinner and Silent Auction for the Adams County Humane Society at the VFW from 4:30PM-7PM.  Enjoy mostaccioli, Italian sausage, meatballs, salad, bread sticks and homemade desserts.  See details here Adams County Humane Society

In the Town of Rome they will be celebrating Oktoberfest at the Rome Town Hall from 5PM-Midnight. Start off with a German dinner including Pork Jagerschnitzel, Beef Rouladen, Spaetzel and Red Cabbage. Then lots of polkas, German drinking songs, cash bar with German beer. Tickets are $25, get them at the Lester Public Library and KeySavings Bank.

End your Saturday with a Halloween treat - a special 3rd Saturday Classic Movie event: The Rocky Horror Picture Show. The movie will begin at 10PM at the Adams Community Theater.

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Walk for Autism

October 6th is the date for North Star Services, Inc's 1st Annual Walk for Autism at the A-F Middle School track.  The walk will be held 10AM to 4PM and all proceeds will go toward the North Star building fund for the sensory room for Autistic youth.

Get your Pledge Sheets at Grand Marsh State Bank, Royal Bank, AF County Market and the Adams County Chamber office. Not up to walking - donations can be made to North Star Services, Inc.'s building fund at Grand Marsh State Bank.

Get more details here North Star Services, Inc. 1st annual Walk for Autism

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Sportsman or ATVer

September 22nd there are two events for those who love the outdoors - which will you choose?

At the Rome Town Hall beginning at 5PM its Town of Rome Sportsmen Night sponsored by the Town of Rome Fire Department.

And at Cat's Down the Road in Arkdale starting at 6PM is the ATV Bear-Coon Ride sponsored by the Monroe Prairie ATV Club.

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Adams County Labor Day Events

Check out these great events across Adams County this Labor Day weekend.

Friday August 31st is the Lake Arrowhead Community Chorus Concert, 7PM at the Lake Arrowhead Clubhouse in the Town of Rome. This concert is free with a donation for the Adams County Food Pantry.

Saturday September 1st is the 23rd Annual Lake Arrowhead Craft Show from 9AM-PM. Over 100 vendors with fine handmade crafts.

Saturday is also Smokey the Bear Day at Roche-a-Cri State Park.  Stop by the kiosh shelter from 10AM-Noon, enjoy games and activities for the family.

If you're hungry stop in Saturday or Sunday at St Jospeh's Catholic Chuch in Friendship for their Homemade Bake Sale.  Delicious treats are waiting!

Sunday September 2nd the Quincy Fire Department is sponsoring a Pancake Breakfast 7AM-11AM at the Castle Rock Park Shelter.

Sunday is also the Annual Easton/White Creek Lions Labor Day Celebration starting at 11:30AM at Easton-White Creek Lions Park. Barbecue chicken, horseshoe tournaments, flea market, kids tractor pull and more.

The team at BuyWisconsinLand.com wishes everyone a fun-filled Labor Day weekend.

50th Annual Corn-N-Tater Fest

The 50th annual Corn-N-Tater Festival is this Sunday, August 19th, at Grand Marsh Lions Park from 11AM to 4PM.

Don't miss the delicious meal of roast beef, baked potato, corn on the cob and beverage - cost is $8/adults $5.50/kids. There will also be bingo, kids rides, flea market, crafts, and Maggie Mae and The Heartland Country Band will be performing.

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30th Annual Street Dance

This Saturday, August 4th, is the Big Flats Fire Department 30th Annual Street Dance Fundraiser.

Head to the Big Flats Fire Station on County C for Horseshoes at 3PM.  Then the music starts at 3:30PM with Country Junction playing until 7PM followed by Austin Healy from 7PM to Midnight.

Have some fun and support Big Flats Bravest.

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Rec Days

The Roche-A-Cri Lions will be hosting Rec Days July 20th to 22nd at Arkdale Lions Park.

Three days of family fun include Softball & Horseshoe Tournaments, kids tractor pull, games, food and music.  Saturday there will be a"Grilled Chix Nic" and fireworks at dusk (weather permitting).  Sunday start your day with a Pancake Breakfast then check out the "d'Elegance Car & Truck Show" and the parade.

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Centennial Celebration

It all started with a railroad 100 years ago. 

The City of Adams is celebrating it's Centennial July 4th to 7th!  Opening ceremonies begin at 8AM on the 4th with the raising of the flag by the Mayor, and fun activities and events will be happening all around Adams and Friendship.

Wednesday's festivities include the 4th of July parade at 10AM and the Hobo Fire Lighting in Burt Morris Park at 6PM. Thursday you can picnic with the Hobos in Curves parking lot from 11:30AM-1:30PM and hear the Community Band at a Pie Social in Lions Park from 5PM-8PM.

Friday see Model Railroad and City displays at the Community Center from 10AM-4PM and listen to the A-F Jazz Band perform at Burt Morris Park from 5:30PM-7PM. Saturday there is a Pancake Breakfast at the Burt Morris Pavilion from 8:30AM-11AM and Antique Tractor Rides at Burt Morris Park from 10AM-4PM; the celebration ends with fireworks at 9:30PM.

There are many more activities and fun for the whole family; for the full schedule of events check out the City of Adams website Railroad Centennial/ Birth of Adams Celebration

Happy Centennial and Independence Day from BuyWisconsinLand.com

Night Hike in Roche-A-Cri Park

This Saturday come out and see nature in the dark at the park.

June 23rd Roche-A-Cri State Park in Friendship will host a Night Hike.  Beginning at twilight (around 7PM) there will be an educational program at the Kiosk picnic shelter, followed by a hike on a path lit by tiki torches from 8PM to 10PM.  Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of Roche-A-Cri.

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GRABAAWR is coming!

The GReat Annual Bicycle Adventure Along the Wisconsin River - GRABAAWR - will be again making a stop in Adams-Friendship June 21st-22nd.

The 27th Annual GRABAAWR bicycle tour will begin July 16th at the headwaters of the Wisconsin River in Eagle River and will also be stopping in Rhinelander, Merrill, Stevens Point, Baraboo before finishing where the Wisconsin and Mississippi Rivers meet in Prairie du Chien on July 23rd.

The Cyclists will be stopping at Adams-Friendship High School for the night, and a Concert in Friendship Village Park at 6PM is planned.

Get more information about GRABAAWR and other Wisconsin bike tours here bike Wisconsin - GRABAAWR

From BuyWisconsinLand.com to our Dads and yours - Happy Father's Day!

Not Your Average Triathlon

Not your average athlete? Then you should be at the Not Your Average Triathlon this Saturday, May 26th, at the Lure Bar and Grill in the Town of Rome.

From 8AM-Noon you to try your hand at one, two or all three fun skills: bike, walk and canoe/kayak. It is an untimed triathlon, so everyone can join in on the fun.  There will also be Community Sponsored Booths on health and wellness activities, a post event lunch and raffle.

Get all the details and register at the Lester Public Library's website N.Y.A.T.

We shall never forget - have a safe and happy Memorial Day from BuyWisconsinLand.com

May 19th at the Lester Public Library

Not that you need an extra reason to go to the library, but Saturday May 19th will be a busy day in the Town of Rome, because the Lester Public Library is turning 10.

Start the morning with a free Master Gardener Plant Exchange, beginning at 8:30AM.  Bring containers and take home some starter plants from the Library's garden, or bring your own plants to share.  Details here 

Then from 11AM-2PM its the 10th Anniversary “Birthday Party”!  See story teller Mary Norris and Pat Paulus the Monarch Butterfly Lady.  Special appearance by Rosco P. Rafter, the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters' Mascot.  And there will be brats, punch and of course cake.  More info here

Saturday evening is the Taste of the Vine & Stein from 4PM-7PM at the Lake Arrowhead Club House. Get your tickets in advance at the Library.  See all the details on the event poster here Sponsored by the Lester Public Library of Rome Foundation, Inc. and the Friends of the Lester Public Library of Rome.

Happy Birthday Lester Public Library from BuyWisconsinLand.com!

Dyracuse Motocross

Dyracuse Recreational Area is open. Spring hours are Wednesday 3PM-Dusk and Saturday/Sunday 10AM-Dusk.

This Sunday, April 29th, Dyracuse Park and the Rapids Angels will be hosting Motocross Races beginning at 9AM. Racers can register Saturday or Sunday before the event.

Get more information on this and upcoming events, plus pictures of last years events, at the Rapids Angels website

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Chili Fiesta

The Adams County Humane Society is hosting a Chili Fiesta Saturday April 14th from 11AM to 4PM at the Friendship Village Hall.  There will be lots of delicious homemade chili with many toppings options, beverages and desserts.  Cost is $5/adults and $2.50/kids.  There will also be crafts, baked goods and ACHS t-shirts for sale. Proceeds will go to the Adams County Humane Society.

Check out the ACHS website to see their "wishlist" and the animals waiting to find good homes adamscountyhumanesociety.org

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Easter in Adams County

Get ready for Easter!  Here are some events happening around Adams County.

April 4th - Easter Bake Sale at Moundview Memorial Hospital in Friendship.

April 6th 3:30PM - Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Villa Pines in Friendship. For kids preschool through 3rd grade.

April 7th 10AM -  Children's Easter Egg Hunt at Lake Arrowhead in the Town of Rome.

April 7th 10AM - Easter Egg Hunt at Easton-White Creek Lions Park in White Creek.

April 8th 10AM - Annual Easter Brunch at Lake Arrowhead in the Town of Rome. Call for reservations 715-325-3341.

Happy Easter from all of us at BuyWisconsinLand.com

Bird Lovers Club Meeting

The next Bird Lovers Club meeting will be Friday March 23rd 1:30PM-3PM at the Friendship Connection in Friendship.

This month the topic is the Raptor and there will be a video comparing the bird to F-22 Fighter Planes.  A fun and free event. 

May joy and peace surround you,
Contentment latch your door,
And happiness be with you now,
And bless you evermore.
~Irish Blessing

Happy St Patrick's Day

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Games and Grilled Cheese

Need a break from the winter ho-hums?  The Friendship Connection in Friendship is hosting "Games and Grilled Cheese" a day of fun and food Wednesday March 7th from 11AM-3PM.

Bring your favorite sandwich fixins, they provide the sandwiches.  Then stay for games, cards and Wii Bowling.  All are welcome.
More information here GAMES AND GRILLED CHEESE

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Ski Jump Meet at Dyracuse Mound

The 80th Annual Tri-Norse USSA Junior & Senior Ski Jump Meet original scheduled for January 15th will be held Sunday February 19th Noon at Dyracuse Mound in the Town of Rome. Competition will be 5, 10, 22 and 52 K hills.  This event is a Junior National Alternate Qualifier.

See the Tri-Norse website for more information and results TriNorse.com 

SnoBlast 2012

Need to beat the Winter blues? Head to the Pines Clubhouse at Lake Arrowhead and join in the fun at SnoBlast 2012 February 11th and 12th.

This year the Door County Sled Dogs will be here, and rides (only 110 available) are $10.  There will also be a Magic Show, Haywagon Rides, Lawn Mower Races, Bingo, Dart Tournament, Volleyball, a meat raffle, music and Saturday night Fireworks at 6:30PM.

Get the flyer with all the event and times here SnoBlast Winterfest

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Bassmasters Fisheree

This Sunday head to Friendship Lake just north of the Village of Friendship on Highway 13 for the Annual Castle Rock Bassmasters Fisheree from 10AM to 3PM. Lots of great fun and prizes. Kids contest at 1PM.

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Inspirational Music

Enjoy some wonderful music this Saturday January 14th by the Moody Symphonic Band. The concert begins at 6PM at the Adams – Friendship Middle School.

The Moody Bible Institute’s Symphonic Band, under the direction of David Gauger, travels across the country each year, will perform a selection of hymns and gospel songs in both traditional and contemporary styles.

For more information about this group click here Moody Symphonic Band

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