Author: Melissa Larsen

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6 Wisconsin Pumpkin Patches

Nothing says “Welcome to fall!” quite like picking the most perfect pumpkin for your porch with a cup of hot apple cider in hand. Here are six top pumpkin patches and fall festivals to visit in Wisconsin this season.

taliesin tour

Taliesin Launches Self-Guided Exterior Tours

For the first time in its history, Southern Wisconsin’s Taliesin is offering a self-guided opportunity to walk the exterior of the historic estate. Guests get to roam the 800-acre estate and experience a unique look into its history from architectural and agricultural viewpoints.

literacy green bay

Literacy Green Bay: Four Decades of Learning

Since the 80’s, Literacy Green Bay has been a constant resource to help adults and families in Wisconsin acquire educational, computer and workforce skills. This month, the nonprofit hosts its seventh-annual award and appreciation virtual fundraiser to honor the individuals and organizations who exemplified Literacy Green Bay’s mission in the past year.

Peninsula State Park

Best Lakeside Beaches

You don’t need to haul off to the West or East Coast to get your fill of the beach this summer. Wisconsin offers its fair share of beautiful lakeside beaches—complete with biking trails, golf courses, lighthouses and more—to enjoy on a hot day this season.