If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

Cost is $495 per person. Space is linted, register today!

Are you searching for recovery from addiction? Join us for a SMART Recovery meeting.

SMART is an addiction recovery support group where
participants learn self empowering techniques to aid their
recovery.

Whether your addiction involves substance use
(alcohol, smoking, or drugs) or behaviors (gambling, sex, eating,
shopping, self-harm), SMART can help.

SMART Recovery meeting will be held weekly at Scenic Bluffs in Cashton on Tuesdays from 5:30-7 PM, and every Thursday from 8:30-10 AM, beginning on May 14th.

For questions or more information on SMART Recovery meetings, contact Jenna Hess at jhess@scenicbluffs.org, or by calling 608-654-5100

Enjoy the biking season with a guided ride. Meet at the Chamber Depot 111 Milwaukee Street where we will depart at 7 pm. Be sure to bring your bike light and bike helmet. Call the Chamber Office (608-269-4123) during regular business hours to let us know if you plan to join in the fun!

Cost is $495 per person. Space is linted, register today!

Click here for more information.

The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors’ monthly meeting. The Ambassadors meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of each month. To find out how you can become an Ambassador call the Chamber today!

The Sparta Farmers Market supplies the community with fresh, locally grown produce, cut flowers and hand made craft items. The Market is located on North Water St., in Mueller Square and runs from the third Saturday in May to the third Saturday in October. Saturday hours are 8 to Noon. Wednesday hours are 3 to 6pm starting June 5. If you wish to become a vendor, please see any of the Sparta Farmers Market Association board members for details.

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This week the Craig Olson Project will be performing Classic Rock.

• Art display and demo on the sidewalk downtown from local artists
• Host an artist in front of your store
• Keep your store open this one evening a month
• Help decide on the artist of the year
• Contact Bonita at 608-633-1937

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The Sparta All American Do it Center Store has been remodeled inside and would like to invite area Sparta residents to stop on in and check out the store. There are prizes being given away, great deals on products for the homeowner and get an affordable great lunch on Saturday that benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Sparta. Store Hours are 7-7 M-F, 8-5 SAT and 9-5 SUN. 1310 W. Wisconsin St (Hwy 16). 608-269-5028. https://www.allamericandoitcenter.com/sparta-grand-reopening/

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The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

The Sparta Farmers Market supplies the community with fresh, locally grown produce, cut flowers and hand made craft items. The Market is located on North Water St., in Mueller Square and runs from the third Saturday in May to the third Saturday in October. Saturday hours are 8 to Noon. Wednesday hours are 3 to 6pm starting June 5. If you wish to become a vendor, please see any of the Sparta Farmers Market Association board members for details.

This week the Shufflin’ Duprees will be performing Blues/R&B/Soul.

Enjoy the biking season with a guided ride. Meet at the Chamber Depot 111 Milwaukee Street where we will depart at 7 pm. Be sure to bring your bike light and bike helmet. Call the Chamber Office (608-269-4123) during regular business hours to let us know if you plan to join in the fun!

New Route: La Crosse to Green Bay – includes Sparta! Get more information at runsignup.com/race/wi/lacrosse/rideacrosswisconsin

New Route: La Crosse to Green Bay – includes Sparta! Get more information at runsignup.com/race/wi/lacrosse/rideacrosswisconsin

Saint Patrick Parish invites everyone to Summerfest, at 100 South L Street, in Sparta WI on Saturday August 17th and Sunday August 18th.

The action starts Saturday, August 17th, with our “SummerFiesta”. The day begins at 8:30am, with an Outdoor Arts and Crafts Show, with up to 40 vendors offering their wares. Then from 9:00am to 1:00pm, we will rap the gavel for a variety of items up for bid at our Benefit Auction. Also, at 9am your senses will lead you to coffee, burgers, brats, sweet corn-on-the-cob, and much more to include a variety of authentic Mexican foods and refreshments. Through the day you will find: Family games for the kids, including Mini Golf and a Mini Train ride; and many raffles, including Gift Baskets, 50/50, Wine Baskets, and a Silent Auction and much more. In addition, buy your Summerfest raffle ticket for just $2.00 (3 for $5) for a chance to win these great prizes: 1st $2000 / 2nd $1000 / 3rd $500 / 4-9th $100 / 10th-15th $50 — With the drawing on Sunday at 3:00pm in the School (not be present to win). Catholic Mass will be celebrated in the Church at 4:30pm. Enjoy refreshments and food throughout the afternoon and evening. Then stay for the highlight of the day and dance and enjoy the music of the great Mariachi Estrella band from 6-9pm.

The action continues Sunday, August 18th with our “ChickenFeast” and starts with Catholic Mass in the Church at 8:15am and 10:30am. The fun then continues at 9:00am, in St. Patrick’s School, with family games for kids, an indoor Arts & Crafts Sale, Bake Sale, Bingo, 50/50 Raffles, a Basket Raffle, and more. Enjoy refreshments and activities throughout the morning and then stay for the highlight of the day and culmination of our Festival, our World Famous Baked Chicken Dinner starting at 10:00am, for just $8.50, Seniors $7.50, Children $4.50. Offering takeout & delivery service by calling 608-633-7005 (starting at 10:00am). The day concludes with a Spanish Catholic Mass in the Church at 2pm and our Raffle drawing at 3:00pm.

Summerfest in Sparta is a time to enjoy good food, games, great music, entertainment, and visiting with family and friends. For a complete listing of activities, times, and more, visit the Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/SummerfestSparta/

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

This week the Yellow Bellied Sapsuckers will be performing Oldtime Country updated.

This week the Pat Watters Band will be performing Country.

The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors’ monthly meeting. The Ambassadors meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of each month. To find out how you can become an Ambassador call the Chamber today!

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

• Art display and demo on the sidewalk downtown from local artists
• Host an artist in front of your store
• Keep your store open this one evening a month
• Help decide on the artist of the year
• Contact Bonita at 608-633-1937

Enjoy the biking season with a guided ride. Meet at the Chamber Depot 111 Milwaukee Street where we will depart at 7 pm. Be sure to bring your bike light and bike helmet. Call the Chamber Office (608-269-4123) during regular business hours to let us know if you plan to join in the fun!

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

Join the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce for our Legislative Breakfast where you will meet with local, state, and federal government representatives. Breakfast is $5.

The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors’ monthly meeting. The Ambassadors meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of each month. To find out how you can become an Ambassador call the Chamber today!

A day of family-friendly fun planned for you! With activities that are enjoyable for ages 0-99, we hope you make Fall Fest part of your Saturday plans!

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors’ monthly meeting. The Ambassadors meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of each month. To find out how you can become an Ambassador call the Chamber today!

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

Join the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce for our Legislative Breakfast where you will meet with local, state, and federal government representatives. Breakfast is $5.

The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors’ monthly meeting. The Ambassadors meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of each month. To find out how you can become an Ambassador call the Chamber today!

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors’ monthly meeting. The Ambassadors meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of each month. To find out how you can become an Ambassador call the Chamber today!

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors’ monthly meeting. The Ambassadors meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of each month. To find out how you can become an Ambassador call the Chamber today!

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

The Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors’ monthly meeting. The Ambassadors meet monthly on the 1st Tuesday of each month. To find out how you can become an Ambassador call the Chamber today!

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

NEW LOCATION: Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 N. Water Street, Sparta garage and parking lot.