1, 8, 15,   Loon Pontoon on Lake Namekagon—Cable. Meet at the Natural History Museum, 9 a.m. and return at noon. Registration required. 715/798-3890 or www.cablemuseum.org.

1–3  Softball Tournament—Randolph. 920/326-5040.

1–30  Korean War Portraits—Neillsville. The Highground. Collection of portraits taken by James Gill. Also some physical and pictorial memorabilia from the Korean War will be on display. 715/743-4224 or www.thehighground.org.

2, 17  Music on the River Cruise—Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island river front, 6:30 p.m. Two-hour cruise. 877/647-7397

2, 9, 16, 23, 30  Eco-Geo-History Tour—Cable. Leave the Natural History Museum, 9 a.m. and return by 4 p.m. Reservations required. 715/798-3890. www.downtoearthtours.com.

2–5  Sheep Dog Trial—Portage. McLeish Farm. Border Collie dogs compete in sheep herding on a set course. 651/603-8702 or www.wwsda.org.

2–5  Sturgeon Festival—Jim Falls. Anson Park. Demo derbies, car show, truck pull, music, parade, carnival, raffle, charcoal chicken dinner, much more.

3  “Ridin’ 4 A Cure” Cancer Fundraiser—Lyndon Station. Travis Fitzgerald Memorial Park, 8:30–10:45 a.m. registration. Ride departs 11 a.m. sharp. 608/548-1320 or www.ridin4acure.com.

3  Flea Market—LaValle. E4191 Pierce Rd, 8 a.m.–noon. Vendors welcome, no charge. 608/963-0650.

3  Nature Journaling and Journal Making—Cable. Natural History Museum, 10 a.m. 715/798-3890.

3  Merchandise Trap Shoot—Westfield. Pioneer Park, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 608/296-4146.

3  Kayak the Namekagon River with a Naturalist—Cable. Leave Natural History Museum 12:30 p.m. and return by 4 p.m. Registration required. 715/798-3890 or www.cablemuseum.org.

3  Chicken BBQ—Westfield. Pioneer Park.

3, 4  Blue Moon Art Tour—Cable/Drummond. 10 a.m.–5 pm.. 715/798-3833.

3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25  Mississippi River Refuge Cruises—Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island river front, Sat. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m. Two-hour river cruises. 877/647-7397.

3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25  Abundant Harvest: The Hunting & Fishing Legacy of Marquette Co.—Montello. Vaughn Hall, Sat. 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun. noon–4 p.m.; or by scheduled appointment through Nov. 608/297-9746.

3–5, 17–18  Flea Market and Craft Show—Hatfield. Enjoy food, fun, and bargains. 608/989-2275.

4  Truck Pull—Jump River. Community Park, noon. 715/427-3645.

4  Horse and Pedal Pull—Neshkoro.

4  Bratfest—Harrisville. Events, music, carnival. 608/296-2553.

4  River Pirate Family Cruise—Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island, 2 p.m. Two-hour cruise sharing stories of pirates on the river. 877/647-7397.

5  Korn Karnival—Randolph. Parade, 10 a.m. Free corn, games, live music, food all day at park. www.randolphwi.net.

5  Black Hawk War & Treaty of 1805 Mississippi River Cruise—Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island river front, 11 a.m. 877/647-7397.

6  Touchstone Energy MS Golf for a Cure—Arkdale. Castle at the Bay. 800/831-8629.

6, 13  Eco-Geo-History Pontoon Tour on Lake Owen—Cable. Meet at Natural History Museum at 9 a.m. and return by noon. Registration required. 715/798-3890 or www.cablemuseum.org.

7, 14, 21, 28  Mississippi River Refuge Cruises—Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island river front, 11 a.m. Two-hour cruise. 877/647-7397.

8  Salad Luncheon—Adams. St. Joseph’s Center, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. $6.50 at the door, includes dessert and beverage.

8, 9, 10  The Olde Time Potluck Picnic with Garage Sale—Mauston. Stewarts Chapel, Thurs. & Fri. 8 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.–noon. Picnic 12:30 p.m. Sat. 608/847-4450.

9  Twilight Tour—Coon Valley. Norskedalen. Advance registrations required. 608/452-3424 or www.norskedalen.org.

9–11  Horse Trail Ride—Tigerton. 715/853-5506 or 715/508-0097.

9–11 City-Wide Garage Sales—Prairie du Chien. Maps available 2 days prior at WI-IA Shopping News.

10  Walk For Paws—Menomonie. Wakanda Park Lion’s Club Pavilion, registration 9:00 a.m. 715/232-9790 or www.dunncountyhumanesociety.org.

10  Civil War Cemetery Walk—Fall Creek. 715/877-2850.

10  Quilt Show—Gilman. High School gym, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 715/595-3089.

10  Classic Car Show—Little Suamico. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 10 a.m. Auction at 2 p.m.; raffles and port dinner at 4 p.m.

10  Meditation and Legacy Stone Placement—Neillsville. The Highground, Meditation Stone at 9:30 a.m. and Legacy Stone at 1 p.m. 715/743-4224 or www.thehighground.org.

10  A Country Afternoon—Brantwood. Knox Creek Heritage Center. Exhibits, crafts, demos, picnic meal, bread sale, bake contest, raffles, music.

10  Steak Dinner—Camp Douglas. VFW Post 10911, 4–8 p.m.

10  Artist Showcase—Mauston. The Red Geranium Framing & Gifts, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Enjoy free refreshments and experience great local art. 608/847-2632.

10  Hawk Ridge Field Trip—Cable. Meet at Natural History Museum at 9 a.m. and return around 4 p.m. View migrating raptors at Hawk Ridge in Duluth, MN. Registration required. 715/798-3890 or www.cablemuseum.org.

10  Fall City-Wide Garage Sales—Tomah.

10, 11  Villa Louis Carriage Classic—Prairie du Chien. Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole Island. Midwest’s most elegant and lavishly appointed equine sport driving event. 608/326-2721.

11  Car and Motorcycle Show—Loyal. American Legion parking lot, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Food served, 50/50 drawing, art show, inflatables for the kids, more. Held rain or shine. 715/255-2096.

11 Saddle Up for St. Jude Trail Ride—Arkdale. Castle Rock Horse Trails, 9 a.m. 608/547-2230.

11  “Life on the Mississippi” River Cruise—Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island river front, 2 p.m. 877/647-7397.

11  Japan Encounters—Coon Valley. Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center. With Dorothy Lund Nelson. 608/452-3424 or www.norskedalen.org.

14  Sounds of the Elk—Clam Lake area. Meet at Forest Service Guardhouse (fire # 61766 and 61770). Registrations required by Sept. 9. 715/798-3890 or www.cablemuseum.org.

14, 28  Writing: Inspired by the Natural World with Diana Randolph—Cable. Natural History Museum, 1–3:30 p.m. Registration required. 715/798-3890 or www.cablemuseum.org.

16, 17  Cannons at the Fort—Prairie du Chien. Fort Crawford Museum, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Musket and cannon firing demos occur throughout the event. 608/324-6960.

16–18  Fall Festival—Brackett. St. Raymond Parish. Fish fry, golf, raffles, auctions, chicken dinner. 715/877-3400 or www.straymond.us.

17  EAA Warbird Squadron 6 Fly-In—Oconto. Airport, WOCQ, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 920/246-5620.

17  Fall Gathering—Shullsburg. Mary O’Leary’s Log Cabin, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Cabin full of primatives, antique vendors, music, food, pumpkins, fall fun. Come enjoy a day in the country. Rain or shine. 608/482-1202 or www.tailingscountrystore.com.

17  Northern Aged Iron Antique Tractor and Threshing Show—Highbridge. Hill Farm, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 715/274-7807.

17  Artists of Antigo—Wittenberg. WOWSPACE, 7–10 p.m. Concert with “Skatin’ On Ice”, 8–9 p.m. Show continues every Sat./Sun. from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. through Oct. 9. 715/253-3525 or www.wallsofwittenberg.com.

17  Horseless Carriage Classic Car Show—Prairie du Chien. Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. 608/324-2721.

17  Art Crawl—Cornucopia. On Lake Superior’s South Shore, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 715/742-3663.

17  Catfish Fry—Genoa. American Legion Clubroom featuring Beck’s famous catfish, 4–8 p.m. 608/689-2444.

17  Camp Fat Tire for Kids—Cable. Natural History Museum, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Drop your kids, grades K–6, for a fun-filled day of games, hiking, crafts, and stories. Registration required by Sept. 1. 715/798-3890 or www.cablemuseum.org.

17  Outlaw Grass Drags—Wautoma. Lake of the Woods Campground. www.mqcosa.org.

17  Midwest Vintage Rally Show and Shine—Montello. Buffalo Lake Camping Resort, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Tour and view antique trailers/RV’s from 50’s–70’s. 608/297-2915.

17  Fall Fest—Montello. Rendezvous Paddle & Sports. Canoe & kayak relay race, crafts, bake sale, voyagur rides. 608/297-2444.

17, 18  Fall Festival—Tomah. St. Mary’s. Sat. 8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. farmers market, crafts, and baked goods. Sun. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. festival and chicken dinner. 608/372-4516 or www.stmarysic.com.

17, 18  Maple Fall Fest—Marshfield. Wildwood Park & Zoo. All-you-can-eat pancakes, maple syrup contest, handmade crafts, maple dessert contest, more. 715/384-4314 or www.visitmarshfieldwi.com.

17, 18  Quilt Show—Mauston. Boorman House, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

17, 18  Driftless Area Art Festival—Soldiers Grove. Live music, 80 visual artists, local foods. www.driftlessareaartfestival.com.

17, 18  Thresheree—Richfield. Historical Park at the Nature Park. www.richfieldhistoricalsociety.org.

17, 18 Autumn Quilt Show: From Scraps to Treasures—Eau Claire. Chippewa Valley Museum’s Historic Schlegelmilch-McDaniel House, Sat. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sun. 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Traditional, contemporary, antique, and art quilts.

18  Polish Dinner—Hawkins. St. Mary’s, serving 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Raffle and bazaar. 715/585-6513.

23–25  Cranberry Festival—Warrens. 608/378-4200 or www.cranfest.com.

24  Applefest—Tigerton. Community Park, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Crafter booths, apple pies, games, food, music, demo’s. 715/535-2110.

24  Threshing Bee—Coon Valley. Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center. Meal reservations required. 608/452-3424 or www.norskedalen.org.

24  Live Raptor Program—Cable. Natural History Museum, 11 a.m.–noon. 715/798-3890 or www.cablemuseum.org.

24, 25  International Poultry Show—Portage. Columbia Co. Fairgrounds. Over 100 exhibitors featuring over 2,000 ducks, geese, turkeys, and chickens. Judging starts 9 a.m. Sat. 608/429-9960 or www.wisconsinpoultry.org.

24, 25  Fall Foliage Cruises—Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island river front, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. both days. Two-hour cruise on a heated boat. 877/647-7397.

24, 25  Rendezvous Days—Westfield. Marquette Co. Fairgrounds. Habitat for Humanity rummage sale and gun & collectable show. 608/296-3246.

24, 25 Model Railroad Show and Swap Meet—Monroe. Stateline Ice and Community Expo (SLICE), 10 a.m.–4 p.m. www.gcmrrinc.org.

25  Community Auction—Westfield. Haystack Supper Club. 608/296-2947 after 3:30 p.m.

25  Polka Variety Dance—Pound. Equity Park Community Hall, 1:15–5:15 p.m. Fritz Willfahrt & Orchestra.

25  Fall Dinner and Bazaar—Sheldon. St. John’s Catholic Church, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. 715/452-5817.

25  Heritage Day—Fennimore. Railroad Museum, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Display of antique tractors and farm equipment, hit and miss engines, classic cars. 608/822-3446.

25  Brat Stand and Pedal Tractor Pull—Fennimore. Doll and Toy Museum, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. 608/822-7920.

25  Pancake Breakfast—Fennimore. Legion Annex, 7 a.m.–noon. 608/822-3245 Ext. 3205.

25  Farm Toy Show & Sale—Fennimore. Memorial Building, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Show, sell, and trade. 608/822-7806.

27  Diversity Day—Neillsville. The Highground, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. 715/743-4224 or www.thehighground.org.

30–Oct. 2  Cowboys for Christ Trail Ride and Retreat—Arkdale. Ukaryadee Campground. 920/517-3845.