Sparta’s Holiday Lights in the Park Lighting Ceremony will follow the Holiday Parade.  Evans Bosshard Park (along Hwy 16E) is decorated with thousands of lights and ground displays.  A special display of large wooden Holiday Cards painted by school children, Scouts, and Church Youth Groups is on display, along with Memorial wreaths and decorated Christmas trees.

Santa Claus will be available for pictures with kids from 6 – 9 pm.  Hot food and drink are also available.  Join in the singing of Christmas Carols around the bonfire.  Be sure to bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry!

Sparta’s Holiday Lights in the Park Lighting Ceremony will follow the Holiday Parade.  Evans Bosshard Park (along Hwy 16E) is decorated with thousands of lights and ground displays.  A special display of large wooden Holiday Cards painted by school children, Scouts, and Church Youth Groups is on display, along with Memorial wreaths and decorated Christmas trees.

Santa Claus will be available for pictures with kids from 6 – 9 pm.  Hot food and drink are also available.  Join in the singing of Christmas Carols around the bonfire.  Be sure to bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry!

Sparta’s Holiday Lights in the Park Lighting Ceremony will follow the Holiday Parade.  Evans Bosshard Park (along Hwy 16E) is decorated with thousands of lights and ground displays.  A special display of large wooden Holiday Cards painted by school children, Scouts, and Church Youth Groups is on display, along with Memorial wreaths and decorated Christmas trees.

Santa Claus will be available for pictures with kids from 6 – 9 pm.  Hot food and drink are also available.  Join in the singing of Christmas Carols around the bonfire.  Be sure to bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry!

Sparta’s Holiday Lights in the Park Lighting Ceremony will follow the Holiday Parade.  Evans Bosshard Park (along Hwy 16E) is decorated with thousands of lights and ground displays.  A special display of large wooden Holiday Cards painted by school children, Scouts, and Church Youth Groups is on display, along with Memorial wreaths and decorated Christmas trees.

Santa Claus will be available for pictures with kids from 6 – 9 pm.  Hot food and drink are also available.  Join in the singing of Christmas Carols around the bonfire.  Be sure to bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry!

Bingo at the VFW on Perch Lake. Public welcome. Join us for a weekly afternoon of fun! Refreshments will be available and the restaurant will be offering menu choices and changing specials.

Sparta’s Holiday Lights in the Park Lighting Ceremony will follow the Holiday Parade.  Evans Bosshard Park (along Hwy 16E) is decorated with thousands of lights and ground displays.  A special display of large wooden Holiday Cards painted by school children, Scouts, and Church Youth Groups is on display, along with Memorial wreaths and decorated Christmas trees.

Santa Claus will be available for pictures with kids from 6 – 9 pm.  Hot food and drink are also available.  Join in the singing of Christmas Carols around the bonfire.  Be sure to bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry!

Explore books, music, movement, and play in a sensory-friendly setting. This storytime is designed for children ages 3 – 8 of all abilities, particularly those who are on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing challenges, struggle in large groups, or have other special needs.
If your child has difficulty sitting through one of our other storytimes, this program of stories, songs, and activities might be just what you are looking for.
If you have questions or concerns please contact Miss Aimee at 608-269-2010 ext. 5

Sparta’s Holiday Lights in the Park Lighting Ceremony will follow the Holiday Parade.  Evans Bosshard Park (along Hwy 16E) is decorated with thousands of lights and ground displays.  A special display of large wooden Holiday Cards painted by school children, Scouts, and Church Youth Groups is on display, along with Memorial wreaths and decorated Christmas trees.

Santa Claus will be available for pictures with kids from 6 – 9 pm.  Hot food and drink are also available.  Join in the singing of Christmas Carols around the bonfire.  Be sure to bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry!

Sparta’s Holiday Lights in the Park Lighting Ceremony will follow the Holiday Parade.  Evans Bosshard Park (along Hwy 16E) is decorated with thousands of lights and ground displays.  A special display of large wooden Holiday Cards painted by school children, Scouts, and Church Youth Groups is on display, along with Memorial wreaths and decorated Christmas trees.

Santa Claus will be available for pictures with kids from 6 – 9 pm.  Hot food and drink are also available.  Join in the singing of Christmas Carols around the bonfire.  Be sure to bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry!

Come build and play with Legos at the library! Once you finish your creation, we will put it on display until the next Lego Club. Open to pre-K through 6th grade.

Scholarship Opportunity for all Sparta High School Age Students

The American Legion Oratorical Contest is a National event for High School Age Students that are enrolled in school (to include non-traditional).  The contest starts in the local community with the opportunity to win prizes as the winners move up through District, Regions and State Contests- ultimately competing in the National Contest.

The contest consists of a single main speech topic related to the United States Constitution with a length of 8 to 10 minutes, as well as an “Assigned Topic” that must consume 3 to 5 minutes of presenter’s delivery.

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

Teens! Come craft at the library! Our January craft is Pop-Tart Pillows. Open to grades 6 – 12.

You’re invited to a Pete the Cat Party at the library!! Stop in for snacks, crafts, stories, and more! A great family event!

Dance, wiggle and groove to fun kid’s music at the library! This is a 30-minute music and movement program recommended for ages 0 – 7 with their caregivers.

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

Sparta’s Holiday Lights in the Park Lighting Ceremony will follow the Holiday Parade.  Evans Bosshard Park (along Hwy 16E) is decorated with thousands of lights and ground displays.  A special display of large wooden Holiday Cards painted by school children, Scouts, and Church Youth Groups is on display, along with Memorial wreaths and decorated Christmas trees.

Santa Claus will be available for pictures with kids from 6 – 9 pm.  Hot food and drink are also available.  Join in the singing of Christmas Carols around the bonfire.  Be sure to bring a non-perishable food item for the food pantry!

Join us for a morning of knitting to benefit World Vision Knit for Kids. All supplies provided, though you’re welcome to bring your own.

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

Come build and play, then we will display your Lego creations at the library until the next Lego Club. Legos provided. Open to children pre-k – 6th grade.

Join us for a morning of knitting to benefit World Vision Knit for Kids. All supplies provided, though you’re welcome to bring your own.

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

Teens! Come craft at the library! Our January craft is Pop-Tart Pillows. Open to grades 6 – 12.

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

Come build and play, then we will display your Lego creations at the library until the next Lego Club. Legos provided. Open to children pre-k – 6th grade.

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

Dance, wiggle and groove to fun kid’s music at the library! This is a 30-minute music and movement program recommended for ages 0 – 7 with their caregivers.

Teens! Come craft at the library! Our March craft is DIY Buttons. Open to grades 6 – 12.

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

Come build and play, then we will display your Lego creations at the library until the next Lego Club. Legos provided. Open to children pre-k – 6th grade.

Dance, wiggle and groove to fun kid’s music at the library! This is a 30-minute music and movement program recommended for ages 0 – 7 with their caregivers.

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

Teens! Come craft at the library! Our April craft is Poem Balls. Open to grades 6 – 12.

Teens! Come craft at the library! Our May craft is Pastel Votives. Open to grades 6 – 12.

Come build and play, then we will display your Lego creations at the library until the next Lego Club. Legos provided. Open to children pre-k – 6th grade.

Dance, wiggle and groove to fun kid’s music at the library! This is a 30-minute music and movement program recommended for ages 0 – 7 with their caregivers.

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

If you find it tough to make ends meet, and would like some help putting food on the table, please visit the Second Harvest Mobile Pantry in Sparta. You do NOT need to be a resident of Monroe County to attend. Everyone is welcome.  

• The food is free and varies each month.
• Each household will receive approximately 50 pounds of food.
• Please bring bags, boxes, baskets, wagons or a wheeled cart to help carry the food.
• No ID or proof of residency needed.

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

A day of family-friendly fun planned for you! With activities that are enjoyable for ages 0-99, we hope you make Fall Fest part of your Saturday plans!

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).

The Tourism Council meets on the Monday immediately following the first Friday of the month.  The Council directs tourism activities and has authority to expend room tax funds allocated from the City of Sparta to the Council.  The Council meets at noon at the Chamber Depot, 111 Milwaukee Street, in Sparta.

Members of the public are welcome to observe Tourism Council meetings, but may not participate in decision-making.

Questions regarding Tourism Council meetings may be directed to John Hendricks, Director of the Sparta Area Chamber of Commerce (269-4123).