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




Past Events

💵 Money as You Grow Workshop 💵

Join us at the Johnson Public Library on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 10 AM for a special program led by Bob Wiegel, Human Development & Relationships Educator with UW-Madison Division of Extension.

✨ Learn practical tips to help children and families build strong money habits.

✨ Discover engaging activities that make financial literacy fun and easy. ✨ Take home resources to support lifelong financial well-being.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for parents, caregivers, and anyone interested in teaching kids about money!

📍 Johnson Public Library

🗓️ December 30, 2025 | 10:00 AM

🌱💡No Registration necessary.

Don’t miss this chance to grow your financial knowledge and empower the next generation! #MoneyAsYouGrow #FinancialLiteracy #FamilyLearning #JohnsonPublicLibrary #UWExtension




👨‍👧‍👦 Calling all dads! Looking to strengthen your bond with your child and connect with other parents?

Join Focus on Fathers, a free online parenting series designed especially for dads — and open to everyone!

✨ What you’ll gain:

– Tools to help kids stand up for themselves

– Guidance on teaching values, kindness, and good citizenship

– Support for handling emotions and making good choices

– A chance to relax, enjoy fatherhood, and share perspectives with other parents

📅 Upcoming Sessions: Every 2nd Tuesday | 1:00–2:00 PM (via Zoom)

✅ Join anytime — each session offers something valuable!

👉 Register today and be part of a community that celebrates fatherhood and empowers families: https://forms.gle/aNUWWDMsHEHRY1zz6


✨ Ready to take control of your money? ✨

Join our Financial Education Classes and build the skills to budget smarter, boost your credit, and start investing with confidence.

📅 Classes start soon – don’t miss out!

👉 Registration is required for each program:

🏠 Rent Smart, Cost is Free: https://go.wisc.edu/Rentsmartregister

📊 Financial Coaching Foundations, Cost $325 Register: https://go.wisc.edu/85252a

🎓 Rent Smart Train-the-Trainer, Cost is Free: https://go.wisc.edu/4ml88o

💡 Knowledge is power—don’t miss this chance to invest in yourself!

#FinancialEducation #MoneySmart #BudgetingTips #CreditConfidence #InvestInYourself #CommunityLearning #FinancialCoaching #SmartMoneyMoves #RentSmart #TrainTheTrainer #WisconsinExtension



🌿 Planning AHEAD 🌿

Take the time now to prepare for the future—and give your loved ones peace of mind.

Join us for a 7-session course that gently guides you through important end-of-life topics:

✅ Handling financial changes

✅ Advanced medical & legal directives

✅ Estate planning

✅ Choices in end-of-life care

✅ Final wishes & understanding grief

📅 Mondays, Feb 16 – Mar 30, 2026

🕒 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

📍 John Turgeson Public Library, Belmont, WI

💡 Includes a FREE workbook to help with decisions and planning.

👉 This program is for anyone interested in planning ahead, coping with loss, or supporting loved ones through transition.

📩 Contact Bob Wiegel at bob.wiegel@wisc.edu or (608) 482-0620 for more information.




🚜🌱Wisconsin growers, agronomists & ag students—this is your moment! Join us Dec 2–4 for the Badger Crops & Soils Update 🚨

📍 In-person sessions in Eau Claire, Monroe & Appleton

💻 Virtual option available

🎓 Earn CCA credits

🌾 Get the latest agronomy research & on-farm solutions

🍽️ Lunch included at in-person events!

🕒 Early-bird registration ends Nov 10

🔗 Learn more and register up now: go.wisc.edu/BCU2025

Let’s grow smarter, together 🌾 #WisconsinAg #BadgerCropsUpdate #FarmSmart





Save a Calf, Save a Cow – 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:

• Zoom: Nov. 5 from 6:30–7:30 PM or Nov. 6th from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

📍 In Person Locations & Dates:

• Gays Mills: Nov. 12th from 11 AM–12:30 PM or from 6:00–7:00 PM

• Darlington: Nov. 13th from 11 AM–12:30 PM or 6:00–7:00 PM

💲 Cost: $20/person

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

📝 Register online 👉https://go.wisc.edu/G605sn

📞 Questions? Contact Jackie McCarville at jackie.mccarville@wisc.edu or 608-576-0147

Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your herd health and connect with fellow producers!




Got questions about farmland leases?

Join UW–Madison Division of Extension this October for Ag Leasing Seminars across Wisconsin!

✅ Rental rates

✅ Legal risks

✅ Communication tips

✅ Ending a lease

…and more!

📍 Locations: Dodgeville, Juneau, Chippewa Falls, Wausau & Manitowoc

🗓️ Date: October 9th, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

📍Location: Extension Iowa County 303 W Chapel St, Dodgeville WI


✨🌿 Explore 4-H: Beaded Potted Plants Craft

🪴💎 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.

📍 Johnson Public Library
📅 Friday October 10th 2025
🕒 1:45 P.M.

🎨 All materials provided 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Open to all ages ✅ Free to attend