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

🌌✨ SPARK DAYS: Galaxy Tie-Dye Workshop ✨🌌

Get ready to create your own wearable universe! Join us for a hands-on tie-dye experience where we’ll swirl, splatter, and spark our way through the cosmos. 💫

🗓️ Date: October 4th 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

📍Location: Multipurpose Building, 11974 Ames Road Darlington WI

🎨 All supplies provided – just bring your creativity!

⚠️ Registration is required 👉 Register Here

Whether you’re 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 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

$25 includes materials + a free leasing guide

✨🌿 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

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

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

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!

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 you’ll craft your own colorful chameleon mosaic masterpiece.