Community Calendar: March 15-24
Time, date, location subject to change. Check veronapress.com for updates.
Friday, March 15
Young and the Restless
9:30-11 a.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Young and the Restless open indoor play time is an opportunity for kids to be active, develop motor skills and make new friends. For ages 1-4 and their caregivers, no registration required.
Baby Story Time
10:30-11 a.m. and 1-1:30 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
A lap-sit story time for ages 0-18 months with their caregivers, no registration required.
Live Music – Two Dragons
6-9 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way, Verona.
Join Wisconsin Brewing Company for live music.
Live Music – Soggy Prairie
6-9 p.m. at Hop Haus Brewing Company, 231 S. Main St., Verona.
Head over to Hop Haus for a night of live music.
Saturday, March 16
Read to a Dog
15-minute time slots from 10-11:45 a.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy animal. For ages five and up, registration required. To learn more and register, visit veronapubliclibrary.org.
Community Meal
11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at Badger Prairie Needs Network, 2100 E. Verona Ave., Verona.
Everyone is welcome and no registration is required for this free lunch held in the Kasieta Center at Badger Prairie Needs Network.
Write and Publish a Book? Yes You Can!
2-3 p.m. at Kismet Books, 101 N. Main St., Verona.
Do you have a manuscript in you? Curious about whether you could self-publish? Hear from two local authors, Christopher Morris (memoir) and Ann Sensenbrenner (fiction), who have recently done just that! To learn more and register, visit kismetbooks.com/events.
Live Music – Bryant Switzky
4-7 p.m. at Hop Garden Paoli Tap Room, 6889 Canal St., Paoli.
Bryant Switzky is a Verona-based singer-songwriter whose soulful acoustic music blends Americana, blues, pop and folk. He was a finalist for four Madison Area Music Awards in 2023.
St. Patrick’s Pre-Party
4-9 p.m. at Riley Tavern, 8205 Klevenville-Riley Rd., Verona.
Dress in green and join Riley Tavern for drink features, pretzels with green beer cheese and pizza. Corned beef dinners will be available beginning at 11 a.m. on Sunday, March 17.
Live Music – Andy Braun
6-9 p.m. at Hop Haus Brewing Company, 231 S. Main St., Verona.
Head over to Hop Haus for a night of live music.
Live Music – Dawg Bones
7:05 p.m. at Paddy Mac’s Neighborhood Pub & Grill, 608 W. Verona Ave., Verona.
Head over to Paddy Macs for a night of live music.
Sunday, March 17
Live Music – Blue Spruce
Noon at Paddy Mac’s Neighborhood Pub & Grill, 608 W. Verona Ave., Verona.
Head over to Paddy Macs for an afternoon of live music.
Verona Area Historical Society Meeting
1 p.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Join the Verona Area Historical Society to learn more about the mural at Miller and Sons Supermarket with artist Chad Caso and employee Amber Roach.
Julie O’Roper’s Meat & Cheese Raffle
1 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way, Verona.
Join Wisconsin Brewing Company on St. Patrick’s Day for its annual Meat & Cheese Raffle featuring packages from Miller and Sons Supermarket and Silver & Lewis Cheese Factory. A green beer will be available in addition to a special release.
Live Music – Jesse Bauman and Aaron Pustina
2-5 p.m. at Fifth Quarter Bar & Grill, 161 Horizon Dr. #110, Verona.
Stop by Fifth Quarter for live music.
Live Music – Top Shelf
3 p.m. at Paddy Mac’s Neighborhood Pub & Grill, 608 W. Verona Ave., Verona.
Head over to Paddy Macs for an afternoon of live music.
Verona American Legion Dinner
4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Verona American Legion, 207 Legion St., Verona.
Join the Verona American Legion for a corned beef and cabbage dinner. The cost is $15 per adult, $10 for children ages 6-12 and free for children under six.
Monday, March 18
Favorite Books & Bites: “Spy School”
4-5 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Discuss the “Spy School” series, plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the books. Copies of the first book are available at the children’s desk. For ages 8-11, registration required.
Tuesday, March 19
Cedarhurst Crafts
9-10 a.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Join the senior center to paint birdhouses. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Toddler Art and Play
9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Join the library for messy process art and sensory play. Wear clothes that can get messy and drop in for some fun toddler activities. For ages 1-3, no registration required.
How to Fall
11 a.m. to noon at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
In this continuing series, DPT David Dramm, of Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers, will discuss tips and techniques to help reduce the risk of serious injury if a fall occurs. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Caregivers Group
10-11:30 a.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
This group aims to provide caregivers with support and resources. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
End of Life Planning for Special Needs Families with Janis Strutt
10:30 a.m. to noon at the Farley Center, 2299 Spring Rose Rd., Verona.
Join the Farley Center for a presentation with Janis Strutt followed by a question and answer session with the Natural Path Sanctuary cemeterians. RSVP by emailing programs@farleycenter.org or visit facebook.com/events/330368459782124 for more information.
Early Reader Book Club
4-4:30 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Library staff will read aloud longer books, lead a discussion about them and a fun activity. For ages 5-7, no registration required.
Cross Stitch into Spring
7-8 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Celebrate the beginning of spring with a simple cross stitch! The library will have botanical and floral patterns for inspiration, but experimentation and individuality will be encouraged. No experience necessary. For ages 12-18, registration required.
Wednesday, March 20
Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregivers Support Group
10-11 a.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
A support system with people who understand and can share resources with you. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Badger Talks – Native Bees of Wisconsin
11 a.m. to noon at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
This Badger Talks by Susan Carpenter, UW Native Plant Garden curator at the Arboretum, will discuss the diversity and histories of Wisconsin’s 500 native bees. Learn how to create and manage habitat for them using native plants and bee-friendly gardening practices. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Read to a Dog
15-minute time slots from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Independent readers can sign up for a 15-minute spot to read to a registered therapy animal. For ages five and up, registration required. To learn more and register, visit veronapubliclibrary.org.
Early Voting
4:30-6:30 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Stop by the library to vote early for the Spring Election. For more information, visit ci.verona.wi.us/457/Elections.
Thursday, March 21
Sensory Story Time
9:30-10 a.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Build communication and friendship skills in a supportive environment. Story time features a visual schedule, yoga and more. For ages 3-5, no registration required.
BPNN New Volunteer Orientation
1:30-3 p.m. at Badger Prairie Needs Network, 2100 E. Verona Ave., Verona.
Learn more about volunteering at Badger Prairie Needs Network. Orientation covers an overview of the organization and volunteer jobs, instructions to sign up for shifts and a tour of the building. Registration required online at BPNN.org/volunteer.
Knitting Group
1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Come and knit with friends. All are welcome; bring your own supplies. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Verona Lions Monthly Meeting
6-8 p.m., location varies.
Members of the community are invited to attend a Lions Club meeting to learn more about their work in Verona. The location of meetings varies. To learn more and get an exact location, email verona.lions@gmail.com.
Learn Hands-Only CPR
6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
In as little as 15 minutes, Fitch-Rona EMS paramedics will teach participants how to do hands-only CPR and use an automated external defibrillator. Registration required.
Friday, March 22
Plate & Bowl Flowers
10-11 a.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Join Alyce to learn how to make Plate & Bowl Flowers that can be displayed indoors or out for year-round enjoyment. Register by Friday, March 15 online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471. The cost is $15, payable to the instructor on the day of the class.
Live Music – Sharona & Ray Ray
6-9 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way, Verona.
Join Wisconsin Brewing Company for live music.
Saturday, March 23
BPNN New Volunteer Orientation
9-10:30 a.m. at Badger Prairie Needs Network, 2100 E. Verona Ave., Verona.
Learn more about volunteering at Badger Prairie Needs Network. Orientation covers an overview of the organization and volunteer jobs, instructions to sign up for shifts and a tour of the building. Registration required online at BPNN.org/volunteer.
Early Voting
9 a.m. to noon at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Stop by the library to vote early for the Spring Election. For more information, visit ci.verona.wi.us/457/Elections.
Dip-Off Competition
1-3 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way, Verona.
Celebrate National Chip and Dip Day with Wisconsin Brewing Company. Twenty contenders will compete with their best homemade dips. Those who want to participate can email sara.eustice@wbcll.com by Friday, March 15.
Sunday, March 24
Winter Farmers Market
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Badger Prairie Needs Network, 2100 E. Verona Ave., Verona.
The Verona Downtown Farmers Market moves indoors to the Kasieta Center this winter. The event features market vendors, live music by John Widdicombe and more. For additional information, visit veronadowntownfarmersmarket.com/winter-market.
