Community Calendar: March 29 through April 7
Time, date, location subject to change. Check veronapress.com for updates.
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.
Monday, April 1
Classics Book Club
1-2 p.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Join to discuss “The Bluest Eye” by Toni Morrison. Books are available through the Verona Public Library. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Tuesday, April 2
RSVP’s Hometown Helpers
10-11 a.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
Put your talents into action by sewing, knitting or crocheting items like hats, mittens, quilts and tote bags. Items are donated to the community. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
Caregivers Group
10-11 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.
Wednesday, April 3
Community Blood Drive
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sugar River United Methodist Church, 415 W. Verona Ave., Verona.
To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=VeronaWI.
Library Board Meeting
6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
The monthly meeting of the Library Board is open to the public.
Live Music – Sarah Krahn Duo
7:05 p.m. at Paddy Mac’s Neighborhood Pub & Grill, 608 W. Verona Ave., Verona.
Stop by Paddy Mac’s for live music with Sarah Krahn.
Thursday, April 4
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.
Blood Pressure Screening with Fitch-Rona EMS
10-11 a.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Drop by the library for free blood pressure checks with Fitch-Rona EMS. No registration required.
The Science & Lore of Eclipses
11 a.m. to noon at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St., Verona.
A Roads Scholar online lecture. Register online at schedulesplus.com/verona/kiosk or by calling 608-845-7471.
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.
Minecraft Club
4-5 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Build in Minecraft based on a new challenge each session. Minecraft Club does not include instructions on how to play or a shared server. For ages 6-11, registration required. To learn more and register, visit verona.librarycalendar.com/event/minecraft-club-3449.
“Friends” Trivia Night
6 p.m. at Operation Nutrition, 1031 North Edge Trl., Verona.
Join Operation Nutrition for its first trivia night. There will be six teams of 2-4 people with prizes for first and second place winners. Due to limited seating, those interested are encouraged to let Operation Nutrition know in advance.
Friday, April 5
Baby Playtime
10-11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
Meet new friends at Baby Playtime. The library will provide toys and books for babies to play with and space for caregivers to socialize. For ages 0-18 months, no registration required.
Live Music – Taylor & Von
6-9 p.m. at Wisconsin Brewing Company, 1079 American Way, Verona.
Join Wisconsin Brewing Company for live music.
Live Music – Whitney Rose
7-9 p.m. at Hop Haus Brewing Company, 231 S. Main St., Verona.
Whitney Rose is a singer, songwriter and cover artist from Southern Wisconsin.
Saturday, April 6
Solar Science Hour
10-11 a.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St., Verona.
The library is excited for the upcoming solar eclipse and wants to give families a chance to celebrate solar science. Drop by for simple science-themed activities and crafts. Geared towards families with children ages 5-11, no registration required.
Community Meal
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 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.
Read to a Dog
15-minute time slots from 1:30-3 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.
Live Music – Avian Aura
6-9 p.m. at Hop Haus Brewing Company, 231 S. Main St., Verona.
This husband and wife duo from Madison will perform original music and covers.
Live Music – Back Alley Kings
7-11 p.m. at 5th Quarter Bar & Grill, 161 Horizon Dr. #110, Verona.
Stop by 5th Quarter for live music with the Back Alley Kings.
Sunday, April 7
Inventiva Works Art Reception & Open House
2-4 p.m. at Badger Prairie Needs Network, 2100 E. Verona Ave., Verona.
Students from Inventiva Works will exhibit new art in the Kasieta Center starting Friday, March 22. With the assistance of a Dane Arts Grant, Inventiva artists are also creating 10 pieces with a cultural food theme that will be permanently installed throughout the building. The community is invited to meet the artists at an open house reception.
