Catholic Herald Events Calendar

Bingo

COLUMBUS
St. Jerome Parish with the Knights of Columbus Council #1609 hosts bingo on the second Saturday of each month in the school gym, located at 1550 Farnham St., Columbus. Doors open at 5 p.m.  Bingo starts at 6 p.m.

SUN PRAIRIE
Knights of Columbus Council #4879 hosts bingo every Monday, except on major holidays, at The Round Table, 1611 N. Bristol St., Sun Prairie. Doors open at 4:15 p.m. The kitchen and bar are open from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m.

Book Fair

SUN PRAIRIE
On October 10 and 11, the Catholic Order of Foresters Saint James Court 669 will be running a Literati Book Fair to benefit the Sacred Hearts School Library after the weekend Masses.  It will take place at the Sacred Hearts Library, 221 Columbus St., Sun Prairie. Profits will be matched by the Catholic Order of Foresters.  Books of interest for young and old will be available.

Chastity Event

WATERTOWN
On Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 6 to 9:15 p.m., guest speaker Jason Evert will be presenting a “Purified” parish event at St. Bernard Church, part of St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish, 114 S. Church St., Watertown. Tickets can be found at chastity.com/events.

Concert

JANESVILLE
On Saturday, Oct. 10, at 7 p.m. St. John Vianney Church, located at 1250 E. Racine St., Janesville, will host "Night of Peace" with Sarah Hart and Francesca Larosa.  This evening of song and stories endeavors to bring peace and hope to the community.  A free will offering is accepted.  Contact music@saintjane.org for more information.

WISCONSIN DELLS
A Tree Lighting Concert will take place on Friday, Nov. 27, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Cecilia Church, located at 603 Oak St. in Wisconsin Dells.

Craft Fair/Market

LODI
The St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish Cookie Walk and Craft Sale will take place on Saturday, Dec. 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church on 521 Fair St., Lodi.  There will be many goodies available for purchase including homemade Christmas cookies, pies, and candies, as well as craft goods, including quilts, paintings, cards, woodwork, and other specialty wares.

MADISON
The St. Peter Fall Bazaar and Craft Fair will take place on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on Sunday, Oct. 18, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at 5001 N. Sherman Ave. in Madison. Items will include candies, books, jewelry, food, and cookies.  There will also be crafters and a bakery, along with a basket raffle.

MARSHALL
The Catholic Ladies Christmas Craft & Bake Bazaar will take place on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. It is hosted by St. Mary Church, located at120 S. Beebe St., Marshall. Come by to shop for goodies, gifts, and décor. See epiphanyparishwi.org for more details.

WISCONSIN DELLS
The Three Kings Christmas Market will take place on Saturday, Nov. 28, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  The market is located at St. Cecilia Parish Center, across the street from the Church at 603 Oak St. in Wisconsin Dells. Visit stjohnpaul-ii.org/threekings for more details.

Dinners

CLINTON
The St. Stephen Annual Pork Chop Dinner will take place on Sunday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 716 Shu-Lar Ln., Clinton. There will be a bake sale, meat raffle, and dinner.

GRATIOT
St. Isidore the Farmer Parish is hosting a carry-out only roast beef dinner at St. Joseph Church, 5695 Main St., Gratiot, on Sunday, Oct. 4. Mass is at 11 a.m.  with dinner pick-up from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

LA VALLE
Holy Family Church will be having a Chicken and Biscuit Supper on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. at 310 Bluff St., La Valle. Guests can dine-in or carry-out their meal.

PARDEEVILLE
The St. Faustina Fall Dinner & Raffle will take place on Sunday, Oct. 4, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 312 S. Main St., Pardeeville. There will be a raffle drawing at 2 p.m. with cash prizes.

PLAIN
The St. Luke Fish Fry will take place on Friday, Oct. 2, from 5 to 8 p.m. at 1240 Nachreiner Ave., Plain. Dine-in or carry-out your meal.

PLAIN
The St. Luke Fish Fry will take place on Friday, Nov. 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. at 1240 Nachreiner Ave., Plain. Dine-in or carry-out your meal.

PLAIN
On Saturday, Nov. 21, from 4 to 7 p.m., the Harvest Supper will be hosted by St. Patrick Church in Loreto.  Go to S8280 Cty. Rd. G, Plain, to dine-in or carry-out your meal.

SPRING GREEN
The St. John the Evangelist Church Fall Dinner and Raffle will take place on Sunday, Oct. 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 129 W. Daley St., Spring Green. There will be an all-you-can-eat turkey and ham dinner. Dinner also includes mashed potatoes, gravy, stuffing, coleslaw, corn, cranberries, rolls, pie, and a beverage. Kids four and under eat free. Carry-out is available.

WESTPORT
On Sunday, Oct. 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. St. Mary of the Lake Church, 5460 Mary Lake Rd., Waunakee, will offer a Roast Beef Dinner for dine-in or carry-out. Menu includes roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, coleslaw, and pie. Call 608-849-5121 with any questions.

Festivals

BARABOO
Fall Festival at the Fairgrounds, sponsored by St. Joseph Church, will take place on Sunday, Oct. 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sauk County Fairgrounds, 700 Washington Ave., Baraboo. There will be a chicken dinner, raffle, bake sale, a beer choir performance, DJ, pumpkin painting, games, and all kinds of family fun.

DEFOREST
The St. Olaf Fall Festival will take place on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 615 Jefferson St., DeForest.  Mass will be at 7:30 and 9 a.m.; and a chicken and ham dinner will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Events include a silent auction, jewelry/craft sale, puzzle and game sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., bake sale, food tent, and a raffle drawing at 3 p.m.

MADISON
The Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Fall Festival will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. James Church and School, 1204 St. James Ct., Madison. Enjoy a chicken dinner, famous Pfeffernüsse cookies, tamales, bakery goods, crafts, quilted handiwork, specialty items, kids' activities, and more. Visit GuadalupeMadison.org for full details.

Fundraiser

COLUMBUS
Come and support St. Jerome School on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 5 to 9 p.m. at their “Casino Royale: Roar & Roll” fundraiser.  The event will take place at Kestrel Ridge, 900 Avalon Rd., Columbus. There will be live and silent auctions, heavy appetizers, a cash bar, and lots of fun.

SUN PRAIRIE
The Faith Formation Cookie Walk will take place in the Gathering Room at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Church, 221 Columbus St., Sun Prairie, on Saturday, Dec. 19, from 8 a.m. to 12 noon. See epiphanyparishwi.org for more details.

Ladies’ Event

BLOOMINGTON
On Wednesday, Sept. 30, St. Mary Church, 535 Congress St., Bloomington, is hosting Ladies Night Out, a relaxing evening featuring a silent auction of purses filled with a wide variety of goodies. Doors open at 7 p.m. for this free event that is open to all ladies of the area. Appetizers will be served.

Marriage Encounter

REEDSBURG
Worldwide Marriage Encounter will be hosting an Experience weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 24 to 25, at Camp Gray, E10213 Shady Lane Rd., Reedsburg. Visit wwme.org to learn more information and register for the weekend.

STOUGHTON
Worldwide Marriage Encounter will be hosting an Experience weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5 to 6, at St. Ann Church, 320 N Harrison St., Stoughton. Visit wwme.org to learn more information and register for the weekend.

Mass

JANESVILLE
Celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Saturday, Dec. 12, with Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, on 315 Cherry St., Janesville.  Mass will be followed by food and fellowship.  All are welcome.

MONONA
A Mass of Hope and Healing will take place on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 1 p.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 5101 Schofield St., Monona. Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison will preside at this Mass for anyone grieving the loss of pre-born or infant children.

VERONA
The St. Dymphna Mass and Reception will take place on Sunday, Oct. 18, at 11 a.m. at St. Andrew Church, 301 N. Main St., Verona.  All are welcome to this Mass for mental health awareness and the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. Registration appreciated but not required at madisondiocese.org/apd

Retreat

A Rachel's Vineyard Retreat will take place from Friday, Nov. 6, through Sunday, Nov. 8. This retreat is designed to heal hearts from the pain of an abortion. Go to madisondiocese.org/rachel to register, inquire, or find out more information.

JANESVILLE
On Thursday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. St. John Vianney Church, 1250 E. Racine St., Janesville, will host “Lighting the Way for Women,” an Advent event for women. Register online to attend at saintjane.org

Rosary

MINERAL POINT
A public Rosary will be prayed at Mary’s Rosary Garden on the Wiesbrook Farm, 775 Cty. Hwy. DDD, Mineral Point, on Sunday, Oct. 11, at 1 p.m. For directions, call 608-574-1344.

St. Francis Anniversary

BELLEVILLE
St Francis of Assisi Church, 338 S. Harrison St., Belleville, will be holding a celebration for the 800th Anniversary of St. Francis on Sunday, Oct. 4.  There will be Mass with Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison at 8:30 a.m. followed by a roast pork and chicken dinner from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Raffle and theme basket drawings will be held at 1:45 p.m. Pets will be blessed at 4:30 p.m. and Vespers will be held at 5 p.m.

MOUNT HOREB
On Sunday, Oct. 4, the St. Francis of Assisi Fall Festival will be held at St. Ignatius Church, 109 S. Sixth St., Mount Horeb. Bishop Donald J. Hying of Madison will celebrate Mass at 10:30 a.m. Then there will be food, games, and music until 3 p.m.  For more details, visit stfrancisofassisi1226.com/fall-festival

Holy Name Heights

MADISON
Holy Name Heights, 702 S. High Point Rd.
Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations, 9 to 11:45 a.m., Monday through Friday.
Daily Mass, 12 noon, Monday through Friday.

Cemeteries

Making your cemetery plans is a profound gift to your family. Call ahead to schedule an appointment with one of our expert Family Service Advisors who can explain all your options, or browse available property at madisondiocese.org/cemeteries

Durward’s Glen

BARABOO
Durward’s Glen, W11876 McLeisch Rd., Baraboo, is available to rent for retreats.
The chapel is open to the public from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.
The grounds and trails are open from dawn to dusk daily.
The Rosary is prayed at 7:35 a.m. on Tuesdays, followed by Mass at 8 a.m.
Join in after Mass for Bible study, coffee, and refreshments.

Go to durwardsglen.org/calendar for more information about upcoming events and how to register, including costs.

Calendar Submissions

DEADLINE: 12 Noon on Wednesday, eight days before the anticipated Thursday date of publication. We cannot guarantee a submitted event will appear in the calendar. Priority is given to events occurring before the next issue date.

LISTINGS: Accepted are brief notices of upcoming events hosted by Catholic parishes and organizations. If the Catholic connection is not clear, emphasize it in your submission.

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