Community Calendar: March 22-30
Time, date, location subject to change. Check veronapress.com for updates.
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.
Monday, March 25
Graphic Novel Book Club
4-4:45 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Discuss the graphic novel “Amulet vol. 1: The Stonekeeper” by Kazu Kibuishi, plus enjoy activities and snacks related to the book. Books are available for check out at the youth services desk. For ages 8-11, registration required.
Tuesday, March 26
Friends of the Verona Public Library
11 a.m. to noon at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
This is the monthly meeting of the Friends of the Verona Public Library board. New or prospective members are welcome to attend.
Seed Bombs
5-6 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Drop by the library and create your own seed bombs with native wildflower seeds. Instructions and materials will be provided. For ages 5-11, no registration required.
Wednesday, March 27
Blood Pressure Checks with the Verona Fire Department
9-10 a.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Join the Verona Fire Department for free blood pressure checks. First come, first served. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Balance Screenings
9-10 a.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
David Dramm of Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers will offer free 15-minute balance screenings. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Tech Time Appointments
10 a.m. to noon at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Rich Bartlett offers one-hour appointments for help with phones, tablets or computers. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Super Awesome Yo-Yo Day
10:30-11:15 a.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
World-famous for his yo-yo tricks and comedy, Mark Hayward will present exciting yo-yo stunts and high-energy fun. Yo-yos will be for sale after the performance. Geared to ages five and up, no registration required.
Library Yarns
4:30-6 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Meet up with other fiber art enthusiasts, learn new techniques, exchange ideas or find inspiration for your next project. All skill levels welcome, no registration required.
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 28
Dementia Care Techniques & Virtual Dementia Tour
9-11:30 a.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
This program is facilitated by Ellen Taylor from ADRC and Marion Chapin from Positive Dementia Solutions LLC. It covers dementia education, practical communication skills and Teepa Snow’s “Positive Approach to Care” techniques. There is an opportunity to experience the Virtual Dementia Tour. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Child Development Story Time: Eric Carle
9:30-10 a.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Join a member of CI Pediatric Therapy Centers’ staff for an interactive story time of books, songs, movement, crafts and fun. Activities will be geared towards 2-5 year olds, but all ages are welcome. 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.
DIY Stamping
4-5 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Make your own stamps, then decorate a canvas bag and paper with your new design. For ages 12-18, registration required.
Spring Cocktail Hour – Farley Fly-By
4-6 p.m. at Palette Bar & Grill, 901 E. Washington Ave., Madison.
Palette Bar & Grill is welcoming back the Farley Fly-By, a cocktail made with Farley Center honey, for the third year. During this event, a portion of Farley Fly-By sales will be donated to the Farley Center’s Beekeeping Program. For more information, email programs@farleycenter.org or bobbygunther@palettegrill.com.
Books ‘n Booze Book Club
6-7 p.m. at Stone Porch Alehouse, 950 Kimball Ln., Verona.
Join the library to discuss “Crying in H Mart” by Michelle Zauner at Stone Porch Alehouse. Books are available for pick up at the service desk in the library. No registration required.
Eclipses and the Search for Other Earths
6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Jaime Cordova to discuss the upcoming April 8 eclipse across America. Cordova will talk about the science behind eclipses, how to safely view them and how a technique similar to an eclipse is used to search for other worlds. For all ages, registration required.
Verona Optimists Monthly Guest Meeting
6:30-8 p.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Join the Verona Optimist Club for its monthly guest meeting that often features guest speakers and other informational, educational and joyous activities in addition to volunteer coordination work. Visit veronaoptimists.org to learn more.
Friday, March 29
Live Music – Two County Lines
6-9 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way, Verona.
Join Wisconsin Brewing Company for live music.
Saturday, March 30
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.
Spring EGG-Stravaganza
9 a.m. to noon at Hometown USA Festival Park, 111 Lincoln St., Verona.
Embark on a thrilling hunt for six giant eggs scattered throughout the park. No registration required. For more information, visit veronawi.com.
Live Music – Dawg Bones
7 p.m. at Paddy Mac’s Neighborhood Pub & Grill, 608 W. Verona Ave., Verona.
Stop by Paddy Mac’s for live music with the Dawg Bones.
Live Music – Top Shelf
7-10 p.m. at Avanti's Italian Restaurant & Pub, 119 S. Main St. #1, Verona.
Join Top Shelf for their debut at Avanti’s.
