Chamber Concert: Duo Zinck-Chicha
2024-10-27 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States

Indigenous Textiles Community Conversation
2024-10-26 15:00 - 17:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Join Marcia Miquelon, Arts Outreach Project Coordinator for the University of Wisconsin- Madison’s Division of the Arts, for a community conversation around textiles, and their power to preserve cultural heritage. The conversation will focus on this impact among women in indigenous, immigrant, and refugee communities.

FREE Community Art Class
2024-10-22 17:00 - 19:30 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
UW-Whitewater’s Art Education graduating students are offering free art classes to the Fort Atkinson community! These classes will be led by talented students who will share their skills with participants of all ages. Everyone is welcome to join and explore their creativity. The class will meet on September 24, October 22, November 21, February 11, March 11, and April 22 with a concluding class show in May.

Disability & Inclusion Workshop
2024-10-16 09:00 - 11:30 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Join the Fort Atkinson Club for this important morning workshop. We will focus on ways to foster more equitable and accessible workplaces, schools, and communities – starting with one person at a time. This FREE, public event is made possible for the Fort Atkinson community through a grant from the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD). All are welcome to attend.
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Topics will include:
Understanding Disability

Types of Disabilities: There are various types of disabilities, including physical, sensory, intellectual, and mental health disabilities. All are not the same.
Etiquette and Language: Examples of respectful language and appropriate behavior when interacting with people with disabilities.

Legal Framework

Laws and Regulations: Overview of relevant laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the U.S., or equivalent legislation in other countries.
Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding the rights of individuals with disabilities and the obligations of organizations to ensure accessibility and accommodation.

Inclusive Practices

Diversity and Inclusion: Emphasizing the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture that values all individuals.
Bias and Unconscious Bias: Identifying and addressing unconscious biases that might affect interactions with people with disabilities.

Communication Skills

Effective Communication: Techniques for clear and respectful communication, including understanding and using alternative communication methods when necessary.
Listening and Feedback: Encouraging open dialogue and feedback to better understand and address the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Action Planning

Implementing Changes: Developing action plans to improve accessibility and inclusion within the community.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Setting up mechanisms to regularly review and improve accessibility and inclusion efforts.

Resources and Support

Local and Online Resources: Providing information on additional resources, organizations, and support networks.
Support Systems: Establishing internal support systems and contacts for individuals needing accommodation or assistance.

Fort Club Board Meeting
2024-10-15 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-09-17 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-08-20 17:30 - 18:30 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States

Supper Club Fundraiser
2024-10-12 17:30 - 22:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States

FAC Talk - Wisconsin Supper Club Cookbook: A Taste of History, Through All Courses
2024-10-02 19:00 - 20:30 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States

Build Local: Setting up for Entrepreneurial Success with WWBIC
2024-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | WI

Medicare Education Seminar
2024-09-25 17:00 - 19:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Join us for a free Medicare seminar hosted by WPS Health Insurance and sponsored by Day Insurance. This event is perfect for those about to start Medicare or those already enrolled who want to learn more about their options. Please RSVP to Day Insurance at 920-563-5872 to save your seat, but walk-ins are also welcome!

FREE Community Art Class: Create Postcards Using Everyday Ingredients
2024-09-24 17:00 - 19:30 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Create unique postcards by using food—like fruits, vegetables, and dried pasta—to create one-of-a-kind art prints. Learn innovative techniques to paint and transfer your designs onto paper, or use our additional printing supplies if food-based tools aren’t your style. Take home your personalized postcards, or mail them to friends and share your masterpiece!
Class Instructors:
Sidney Chaney
Sidney is from Eagle, Wisconsin, and a dedicated art education major at UW-Whitewater. With plans to become a high school art teacher in the Midwest after graduation, Sidney is passionate about supporting the creativity in her students and is looking forward to sharing her knowledge in the classroom.

Emma Siskoff
Emma is pursuing a degree in art education with a minor in entrepreneurship at UW-Whitewater. Alongside her studies, she runs a small business creating murals and commissioned paintings. Emma is excited to apply her skills in real-world classroom settings. In her free time, she enjoys reading and spending time with her fiancé and friends.

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Supper Juried Art Exhibition Reception
2024-09-24 16:15 - 17:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Join us for a reception to meet the artists featured in the Supper Juried Art Exhibition. Immerse yourself in their work and learn about their interpretations of the theme Supper. A diverse selection of artwork will be available for purchase, offering a chance to support talented artists. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the artists and gain insight into their creative processes, and all are invited to join us for the art workshop at 5 pm hosted by UW-Whitewater art education students.

Supper Exhibition
2024-09-20 - 2024-11-30 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Learn more about this exhibition at fortatkinsonclub.org/visual-arts.

FAC Taste: Hispanic Culinary Traditions | Tradiciones Culinarias Hispanas
2024-09-18 19:00 - 20:30 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Wednesday, September 18
7:00-8:30 pm
Bilingual Event!
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, come taste and learn about traditional recipes from three Hispanic cultures. Discover how these dishes are made and the traditions behind them. Enjoy a variety of authentic flavors with us. Also, to improve your bilingual skills, plan to join our friends from Dwight Foster Public Library, who will lead a Spanish/English language exchange right after the recipe demos.
Learn how to make:

Handmade tortillas – Mexico:
Fried plantain with filling – Dominican Republic
Tamales – Honduras

Miércoles, 18 de septiembre
7:00 – 8:30 pm
¡Hablaremos Español!
Para celebrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana, prueba y aprende recetas tradicionales de tres culturas hispanas. Descubre cómo se preparan estos platos y las tradiciones que hay detrás de ellos, y disfruta de una variedad de sabores auténticos con nosotros. Además, para mejorar tus habilidades bilingües, podrás participar en un intercambio de Lengua Español/Inglés con nuestros amigos de la Biblioteca Pública Dwight Foster, justo después de las demostraciones de recetas.

Tortillas caseras – México:
Canastas de plátano – Dominican Republic
Tamales – Honduras

Fort Atkinson Fiesta: Quinceañera Fashion Show
2024-09-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Jones Park, 600 Janesville Ave,, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Join us at the 7th Annual Fort Atkinson Fall Fiesta! The Fall Fiesta is hosted by the Unity Project at Jones Park in Fort Atkinson from 12-4 pm. The fashion show takes place at 1:00 pm. Participants will be walking the runway in dresses donated by the community. To be a participant in the fashion show, please contact info@fortatkinsonclub.org.

Fashion Show Rehearsal & Afternoon Tea - Ensayo y Tarde de Té: Desfile de Modas Quinceañera
2024-09-07 16:00 - 18:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Ladies interested in joining the Quinceañera Fashion Show at the Fort Atkinson Fiesta are invited to a special pre-event on Saturday, September 7, from 4-6pm. Come try on fabulous dresses, rehearse your runway look, and enjoy a charming afternoon tea together. Don’t miss this chance to prepare and connect before the big show!

Las interesadas en participar en el Desfile de Modas Quinceañera en el Fort Atkinson Fiesta están invitadas a un evento especial previo el sábado 7 de septiembre, de 4 a 6 p.m. Ven a probarte fabulosos vestidos, ensayar tu desfile y disfrutar de una encantadora tarde de té. ¡No te pierdas esta oportunidad para prepararte y conectar antes del gran evento!

Labor Day- Closed
2024-09-02 08:00 - 17:00 | WI

Pop-Up Retro Market
2024-08-23 18:00 - 21:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Put on your bell-bottom jeans, leg warmers, or whatever retro attire you love, and join us for our final patio concert of the summer! Enjoy a lively performance by Nightinjails, an all-women band covering everything from classic rock to grunge icons.

Patio Concert Info

Retro Night & Pop-Up Market

We’ll also be hosting a Retro Fashion Contest with exciting prizes for the best outfits! This community event is free and will feature food, drinks, and a pop-up market with unique items for purchase. We’re excited to welcome local retro and vintage vendors to our Retro Night pop-up market. We’re looking for high-quality, curated collections of clothing, home goods, and more.
VendorsWe’re inviting vendors offering genuine vintage, retro, and antique merchandise to ensure an authentic retro experience for our attendees. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Vendors are permitted to bring in food and beverages for their consumption. No food or beverage of any kind is allowed to be sold or given away. The includes but is not limited to candy, cookies, and water.

Vendor Registration

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Patio Concert: Nightinjails
2024-08-23 18:00 - 20:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Bring a chair and join us for our summer Concerts on the Patio! Enjoy live, local music with the whole family. All concerts are free to the public. Beverages and snacks are available for purchase.
The Nightinjails are a Milwaukee-based duet – two established female artists, combining acoustic guitar, violin, and vocals. Their setlist pulls from classic rock and grunge icons like Nirvana, U2, Led Zeppelin, and David Bowie, remaking classics into a captivating acoustic live show.

Call for Art Submission Deadline
2024-08-20 | WI
The Fort Atkinson Club is seeking artwork from visual artists within a 50-mile radius of Fort Atkinson, WI, for an upcoming three-month exhibition centered around the topic of supper. We encourage submissions that explore creative interpretations of this theme, including but not limited to: conversations, culinary, relationships, and all things associated with “supper”. Both professional and avocational artists working in any medium are encouraged to apply! (No entry fee)
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ROTARY GENERAL MEETINGS
2024-08-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-08-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-08-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-07-22 12:00 - 13:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
ROTARY is an organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. ROTARY is the world’s first service club. The first Rotary club was founded in Chicago, Illinois, USA, on February 23, 1905. Rotary is some 1.2 million service-minded men and women belonging to over 32, 000 Rotary clubs in virtually every nation in the world. Rotarians meet weekly for fellowship and interesting and informative programs dealing with topics of local and global importance. Membership is by invitation and reflects a wide cross-section of community representation. Rotarians plan and carry out a remarkable variety of humanitarian, educational, and cultural exchange programs that touch people’s lives in their local communities and our world community.

August Blood Drive
2024-08-19 09:00 - 14:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Donate blood on Tuesday, April 19 at the Fort Atkinson Club and we’ll treat you to a sub sandwich. Lunch is on us! Sign up to donate. This event is in collaboration with Fort Healthcare and Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin.
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Chamber Concert: The Dream Songs Project
2024-08-11 16:00 - 18:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
The Dream Songs Project
August 11, 2024
4:00 PM
The Dream Songs Project presents a program of classical art song arrangements of folk music from around the world, including Spanish music by Joaquin Rodrigo, songs of the British by Benjamin Britten, French folksongs by Mattyas Seiber, and Brazilian music from Laurindo Almeida.
The music is varied and is appealing to classical music aficionados as well as audiences with little exposure to classical music. The Brazilian arrangements in particular are familiar to audiences of a certain age as they come from a very popular classical “crossover” album from the late 1950s.
The Dream Songs Project has been performing and educating as a duo since 2010. You can read and listen to more at thedreamsongsproject.org

Business After Hours
2024-08-08 17:00 - 19:00 | 211 S Water St E, 53538, 211 South Water Street East, Fort Atkinson, WI, 53538, United States
Join us at the Fort Atkinson Club at 211 S. Water Street E on Thursday, August 8th from 5-7PM! This networking event will also feature a Meet and Greet opportunity with some of Fort Atkinson’s newest leadership! Open to all Chamber members and their employees, please pre-register today.
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Americana on the Rock
2024-07-27 17:00 - 22:00 | WI
Join us for a family fun, local music festival with grilled brats, strawberry shortcake, craft & domestic beers, wine, bowling, ping-pong, and pontoon rides. Enjoy the free-spirited live music of Rags O’Hooligan and the Parasites on the patio as the sunsets on the Rock River. This is an annual fundraiser supporting yearly music events at the FAC.
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Coffee for a Cause
2024-07-26 15:00 - 17:00 | The Langholf, 225 S Main St,, Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, 53538
Grab a friend and come down to Langholf for a sneak peek of Americana on the Rock! Enjoy singer and songwriter Tin Man Travis & the Tin Kan Trio while you grab dinner or a flight of coffee.
10% of Langholf’s profits from the evening will support FAC!
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