Slow Food UW Cafe
Students prepare fresh food using ingredients from farmers in Southern Wisconsin. Every Wednesday. slowfooduw.org/cafe-1
Event Directory
Check back often for a comprehensive listing of upcoming food and farming related events located in Southern Wisconsin (and sometimes a little beyond). This directory is one-stop-browsing of the wonderful opportunities to become involved, learn, share ideas, network and, more often than not, enjoy the delicious food and beverages our region has to offer.
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Madison
Feb 18
“Food Fight” Film Screening
Benefits the Valley Stewardship Network's Farm to Pantry Project. $5 suggested donation. Organic popcorn and old-fashioned candy available. Held at Rooted Spoon Kitchen Table.
Viroqua
Feb 24
Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Join the Viroqua Comm. Theatre to solve the evening’s crime during a dinner and guessing game of whodunit at Rooted Spoon Kitchen Table. Tickets: info@viroquacommunitytheatre.org
Viroqua
Mar 01 - Apr 30
Outdoor Market Kick-Off
Check your local farmers market listings for your city’s first outdoor market of the year starting in mid-April and early May!
Region-wide
Mar 18
2012 CSA Open House
MACSAC hosts this annual event where you can meet CSA growers serving the Madison area right in one location and sign up that day. Also workshops, kids' activities, rafle and tasty samples. www.macsac.org
Madison
Mar 21
Urban Gardener Pt. 1
Lay the groundwork for a productive garden in this intermediate to advanced workshop hosted by Community GroundWorks and Troy Community Farm. megan@troygardens.org
Madison
Mar 30 - Apr 01
WI Deer & Turkey Expo
A hunter’s paradise: exhibitors, contests, tech info and 3 days of seminars from finding the right location to hunting psychology to butchering and processing venison. www.deerinfo.com/wisconsinhome
Madison
Apr 02
Urban Gardener Pt. 1
Lay the groundwork for a productive garden in this intermediate to advanced workshop hosted by Community GroundWorks and Troy Community Farm. megan@troygardens.org
Madison
Apr 14
WI Gourd Festival
Wisconsin gourd artists show and sell their art. Also enjoy classes, demos, and a special place for kids to learn about and decorate gourds. Olbrich Botanical Gardens. www.olbrich.org
Madison
Apr 16
Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference
This 6th annual conference hosted by the UW Nelson Institute will focus on “Envisioning a fairer future: Sustainability, security & happiness on a finite planet.” www.nelson.wisc.edu
Madison
Apr 17
Food Research Seminar: FRESH
Ruth Genger, assistant researcher of plant pathology at UW-Madison, presents "Organic Seed Potato Production in the Midwest." Contact 608-263-7777 or bacochra@wisc.edu for more info.
Madison
Apr 21
Isthmus Green Day Expo & Eco-Celebration
Over 100 exhibitors all ready and willing to help you safeguard your part of the planet, wow your taste buds, stimulate your mind, improve your health and so much more. www.thedailypage.com/green/
Madison
Apr 24
Knife Skills for Home Cooking
With practice, proper knife handling can make cooking faster and safer as well as improving the quality of a finished dish. Register at Willy St. Co-op East: 608-251-6776.
Madison
Apr 26
Best of the Region
Showcasing the finest in culinary creations, wines, brews, organic cuisine, art, music and more. Held at the Dousman House. www.prairieduchien.org
Prairie du Chien
Apr 28
Between the Bluffs Beer, Wine & Cheese Fest
Taste over 200 quality brews, many from Wisconsin, and over 45 types of wine and gourmet cheese. Got your own? Enter the homebrew contest! www.betweenthebluffsbeerfest.com
La Crosse
May 01
Food Research Seminar: FRESH
Ruth Genger, assistant researcher of plant pathology at UW-Madison, presents "Organic Seed Potato Production in the Midwest." Contact 608-263-7777 or bacochra@wisc.edu for more info.
Madison
May 12
3rd Annual Dandelion Festival
Dandelion cooking contest and tastings, music, storytelling and learn how its uses and benefits. Free! www.fdlaudubon.org or call 920-922-7931.
Mt. Calvary
May 18
Breakfast in a Victorian Kitchen
Hands-on culinary tour of the late 19th century through a Victorian breakfast. Villa Louis Historic Site. www.prairieduchien.org or 608-326-2721
Prairie du Chien
May 19 - May 20
30th Annual Morel Mushroom Fest
A family event including buying & selling morels, arts & crafts, carnival rides, food vendors, a Sunday parade and much more. www.muscoda.com/event-morels-2012.html
Muscoda
May 19
Wild Edibles Gourmet Dinner
Join Wildwood Institute as we host foragers Linda Conroy and John Holzwart of Moonwise Herbs for this unique dining and educational adventure. 6-9 pm. www.wildwoodinstitute.com
Madison
May 25 - May 27
Broiler Days
Some of the finest locally grown chicken, cooked to perfection on North America's largest chicken pit, along with a ton of activities for all ages and interests. broilerdays.com
Arcadia