March 2016

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16
Mar

Seeking Green County Fairest of the Fair Applicants

Green County Fairest of the Fair serves as the official ambassador for the Green County Fair throughout the year. The program includes opportunities to educate area schools and youth and adult organizations about the Green County Fair. The Green County Fairest also makes special appearances in selected parades or events as they promote the Fair. Whether an applicant is pursuing a career in public relations, or simply has a deep passion for the Green County Fair, this position is for you and it is fun-filled, exciting and a character enhancing experience.

Wed
16
Mar

Monticello Comprehensive Plan Update

A Community Input Forum will be held on Thursday, March 17, 2016, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Gabriella’s Restaurant, 149 N. Main St., Monticello, for the ten-year Monticello Comprehensive Plan. This forum’s activities will focus on Economic Development, including discussing a culture of development and growth, workforce training and quality of life, and tourism and attraction.

Wed
16
Mar

Donations Needed for Monticello High School Post Prom 2016

The Monticello High School Post Prom Planning Committee is in the process of planning the 2016 Post Prom Party. This year the party, to be held following the Junior Prom on Saturday, April 30, 2016, will be held at Helium Trampoline and Climbing in New Berlin, Wisconsin.
The committee is dependent upon donations to help with providing a fun event and to keep our students safe during prom night. If you haven’t already done so, please consider assisting with this important endeavor by providing a monetary donation or door prize.

Wed
16
Mar

High School Students of the Month

On Friday, March 11, Belleville High School honored their Students-of-the-Month for February, with each department nominating a student excelling in their subject. Students were treated to a pizza lunch and received their nomination form, along with movie passes donated by Marcus Theaters. This group provides feedback to the administration each month on ways to improve the school.

Wed
16
Mar

Christen Faces Charges In Sexual Assault Case

A sixth Green County man has been charged with having sex with the same 14-year old girl. Matthew A. Christen, 24, of Belleville, has been charged in Green County with two counts of 2nd Degree Sexual Assault of Child and one count of Child Enticement.
The charges are a result of an investigation by the Department of Justice, who interviewed the girl in August.

Wed
16
Mar

Cherry Pie to Play at Spring Fling

Spring Fling will be held May 19-21, and there will be lots of great events and live music, including bands like Cherry Pie, The Jimmys, Precocious and Andy Yaun!
Registration forms for the Art and Craft Show and Garage Sales are available on the Monticello Chamber of Commerce website, www.monticello-wi.com.

Wed
16
Mar

Ag Scholarships Available From Monticello FFA Alumni

If you are pursuing a career related to agriculture and are currently halfway through your coursework in college, technical school or a short course program, congratulations, you are eligible to earn money for additional educational expenses through the Monticello FFA Alumni. The Monticello FFA Alumni will be offering scholarships to eligible students. If this applies to you, or you are interested, contact Marlis Silver at mgsilver@tds.net or (608) 938-4217. <strong>Deadline to apply is March 23, 2016.</strong>

Wed
16
Mar

Annual Monticello Easter Egg Hunt

The Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held at the Monticello Village Park on Saturday, March 26, 2016, beginning at 10:30 a.m. sharp. <strong>Don’t be late or you’ll miss it!!</strong>
The youngest age group is 0-2 years and the oldest age group is fourth grade. The Easter Bunny will be present to greet the children and will also be available for photos. 

Wed
16
Mar

Monticello Historical Society March Meeting and Presentation

The Monticello Historical Society will meet on March 22, 2016, at 7:00 p.m., in the Lounge at Zwingli United Church of Christ, 416 E. Lake Avenue, Monticello, WI.
A slide show will follow the general meeting at approximately 7:20 p.m. WWII Veteran Robert Getman and Paul Rieder (Robert's flight escort) will talk about Badger Honor Flight, Mr. Getman's WWII service as a Marine Radio Operator aboard a C-47 in the South Pacific, and their one-day trip to Washington, D.C., in September of 2015. Question and answer will follow the presentation.

Wed
16
Mar

Norwegian/Ethnic Baking Class

Come, learn and continue the tradition of Norwegian/Ethnic Baking. Primrose Lutheran Church, 8770 Ridge Dr., Belleville will be hosting an opportunity for you to learn to make Lefse, Sandbakelse, Rosettes, Krumkake, Fattigmand and Bratsellies/Bratzeli; and then enjoy the samples.
This event will be held on Saturday, March 19, and will begin at 9:00 a.m., and go until Noon. Plan to bring an apron and join in the fun. Call Marsha at (608) 832-4468 with any questions.

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