Welcome to UW-Madison Division of Extension – Lafayette County

*Upcoming Events*
For more updates follow us on our Facebook pages:
Lafayette County Extension Page: https://www.facebook.com/LafayetteCountyUWExtension/
Lafayette County 4-H Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568377329133
β¨πΏ Explore 4-H: Beaded Potted Plants Craft
πͺ΄π Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for something fun to do, this is a perfect way to explore 4-H and make something beautiful to take home.
π Johnson Public Library
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Friday October 10th 2025
π 1:45 P.M.
π¨ All materials provided π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Open to all ages β
Free to attend
ποΈ SPARK Days: Feed the Birds β Suet Block Workshop πΎ
Calling all nature lovers and crafty hands! Join us for a hands-on workshop where weβll make suet blocks to help our feathered friends thrive through the seasons. π¦
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Date: November 1st at 10:00 a.m.
π Location: Multipurpose Building, 11974 Ames Road Darlington WI
π¨ Fun for all ages β learn about local birds, create your own suet block, and take home a treat for your backyard visitors!
Letβs spark curiosity, creativity, and care for wildlifeβone suet block at a time. πΒ #SPARKDaysΒ #FeedTheBirdsΒ #4HWildlifeWorkshopΒ #LafayetteCounty4H


Save a Calf, Save a Cow β Workshop Series 

Calling all dairy and beef producers, and dairy workers! Join us classes designed to improve calf and
cow care.

Boost your confidence for cow calving

Recognize key signs of labor

Learn about newborn calf care

Support both cow and calf health

Learn how to handle difficult deliveries

Online Classes:
β’ Zoom: Nov. 5 from 6:30β7:30 PM or Nov. 6th from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

In Person Locations & Dates:
β’ Gays Mills: Nov. 12th from 11 AMβ12:30 PM or from 6:00β7:00 PM
β’ Darlington: Nov. 13th from 11 AMβ12:30 PM or 6:00β7:00 PM

Cost: $20/person
Pay day-of or mail check to: Extension Green County, 2841-6th Street, Monroe, WI 53566 (Make checks payable to Extension Green County)

Questions? Contact Jackie McCarville at jackie.mccarville@wisc.edu or 608-576-0147
Donβt miss this opportunity to boost your herd health and connect with fellow producers!
Past Events


REMINDER: Chameleon Mosaics at Belmont Public Library! 

Get ready to unleash your creativity Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 3:30 PM! Join us for a hands-on art adventure where youβll craft your own colorful chameleon mosaic masterpiece.

All materials provided

Open to all ages

Plus, explore the amazing world of 4-H opportunities!
Don’t miss out on the fun β bring your imagination and letβs make some mosaic magic!

Belmont Public Library

πβ¨Β SPARK DAYS: Galaxy Tie-Dye WorkshopΒ β¨π
Get ready to create your own wearable universe! Join us for a hands-on tie-dye experience where weβll swirl, splatter, and spark our way through the cosmos. π«
ποΈΒ Date: October 4th 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
πLocation:Β Multipurpose Building, 11974 Ames Road Darlington WI
π¨Β All supplies providedΒ β just bring your creativity!
Β Β Β Β Β Β Β Β β οΈΒ Registration is requiredΒ πΒ Register Here
Whether youβre a DIY pro or just love getting messy with color, this is your chance to make something truly out of this world.
Got questions about farmland leases?
Join UWβMadison Division of Extension this October for Ag Leasing Seminars across Wisconsin!

Rental rates

Legal risks

Communication tips

Ending a lease
β¦and more!

Locations:
Dodgeville, Juneau, Chippewa Falls, Wausau & Manitowoc
ποΈΒ Date: October 9th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.
πLocation: Extension Iowa County 303 W Chapel St, Dodgeville WI