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The Monticello Community Club would like to welcome you to our annual celebration in Monticello, beginning on Friday evening, July 12th, and continuing throughout the weekend. We have many activities that you are welcome to come and watch, and even participate in!

All Weekend

Again this year we have the carnival for the kids. The Carnival will begin on Friday with Wristband Special, $15, from 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (the only wristband special over the weekend). Like to watch sports? Softball tournaments will begin on Friday evening and will continue throughout the weekend. The Mud Volleyball tournament begins Friday at 6:00 p.m., and continues Saturday and Sunday. There will be 16 teams vying for the $500 1st prize. To register, contact Jacob at (608) 558-5493.

You don’t need to eat before you come in to Homecoming! The Lionesses will have their food stand open beginning Friday at 4:00 p.m. Remember the brats, hot dogs, BBQs, and those luscious homemade pies, donated by community members? Yum – prepare to enjoy! Pie flavors change daily, so check often for your favorite before it is sold out. The Lions Club will be serving their famous homemade fried cheese curds (never frozen) and fried mushrooms all weekend. The Boy Scouts will be on the grounds to serve you grilled sandwiches and more, and the MHS Sports Boosters will have their fresh-squeezed ice cold lemonade. You won’t go hungry at the ball diamond either, as MHS Sports Boosters will be providing snacks and more, with cold beverages.

Friday

Friday night, why cook? Get your dinner at the Fish Boil at the Octagon Shelter, near the lake. The FFA and FFA Alumni are serving. Dinner begins at 5:00 p.m., and go to 7:30 p.m. This is the traditional fish boil with boiled potatoes, onions, and fish – and plenty of melted butter. Prices have stayed the same - $10.00 in advance for adult dinner ($11.00 at the door) or $5.00 for child’s portion. You can get your tickets early at Greenwoods State Bank, Gempeler’s Supermarket, Shawnas and Kubly’s Service Station.

At 7:00 p.m., the Homecoming Variety Show will showcase our local talent in a free, fun variety show format at TnD’s, formerly known as The Monticello House. Come inside and be entertained by your friends and neighbors.

Stateline Playboys are playing Friday night from 8:00 p.m. until Midnight at the main beer tent. No admission charge.

Saturday

Join us on Saturday, July 13th, for Monticello PTO’s 4th Annual Pony Trot 5K Run/Walk and Little Pony 1K. Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. on day of race. Register by June 30th to guarantee a t-shirt. The Little Pony 1K begins at 8:00 a.m., and the 5K Fun Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Online registration is available at the Monticello School website at https://www.monticello.k12.wi.us. Adult Preregistration before June 30th is $20.00, after is $25.00. All kids 18 and under at race date are $10.00.

PTO is a group of parents, teachers and former teachers of Monticello School. Even though our group is small, we accomplish many things to support our school each year, such as providing free child care at Parent Teacher conferences, monthly teacher and staff appreciation treats, student treats, scholarships to graduating seniors, support of school activities such as Post Prom, DARE roller skating, and PBIS activities, providing a $100 grant to teachers for student and classroom items, and providing a Pony grant to aid students in need with expenses for certain school sponsored activities. Most recently, the PTO has added a Gaga ball pit and new basketball nets and balls for the school playground.

We are also looking for individuals and business to sponsor the Pony Trot. If you are interested in a sponsorship, please contact Ann Goers at (608) 712-9955 for more details.

Mud Volleyball, Grass Volleyball and 3-on-3 Basketball will be happening all day Saturday. Sign up is in advance by contacting the coordinator. Coordinators: Mud Volleyball ($75 registration) is Jacob Marty at (608) 558-5493. Grass Volleyball ($60) is Braden Rindy at (608) 214-4808. Basketball ($50) is Jacob Marty at (608) 558-5493.

Both Saturday and Sunday, the Marshall Bluff Bowhunters are having a 3-D shoot from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at their facilities, N7326 Marshall Bluff Road, Monticello, WI 53570. The shoot has 28 Rinehart Targets at varying distances. The shoot is open to the public, $12.00 for an adult, $8.00 for a youth and $5.00 for a cub. Food and beverages available.

Motorcyclists - At 9:30 a.m., you can sign up for Monticello Homecoming Ride Registration at Eagle Pass Saloon. The ride leaves at 11:00 a.m., sharp, from there. Great ride and great prizes - and it’s all for a great cause also, the Empty Stocking Fund.

Kids – In the past, the kids have had so much fun, we’re doing it again - the FREE Kids’ Pedal Tractor Pull. Registration is at 9:30 a.m. at W. Monroe Street, in front of the Monticello Pool House. For ages 3-10, four age classes, and trophies! The competition begins at 10:00 a.m. No pre-registration necessary. Kids get a coupon off our local Homecoming food vendors for participating! Thank you to our local sponsors.

New this year, the Monticello Public Library is sponsoring a Cardboard Construction Zone from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This is a free form activity space, where kids are able to play, draw, construct, tear-down and recreate recycled cardboard boxes using library craft supplies. The zone will be located along the park sidewalk, under a shade tent.

The Monticello Area Historical Society Museum will be open Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Take a look at an old drug store and a glimpse into the businesses in the early days of Monticello. A special feature includes the many architectural influences of the Steinman brothers. Admission is free.

Back this year is Tug of War, brought to us by the US Amateur Tug of War Association. Teams from four states will compete in several weight classes and the competition will include Men’s, Women’s and Co-ed teams. Pulling starts at 12:30 p.m., and will run throughout the afternoon.

Don’t forget the canoe races around Lake Montesian. You can register at the lake at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday. Races will begin at 2:00 p.m. Teams will consist of seniors over 55; adult males 17 and older; adult females 17 and older; co-ed, and children (you must be at least 12). There is no fee to enter and cash prizes are awarded, sponsored by the Monticello Community Club. Following is the “triathlon”…. a fun based relay race. The team divisions are the same as the canoe races. Both events are as fun to watch as they are to participate in!

Community Firefighter water fights will be held on Saturday starting at 1:00 p.m., on W. North Avenue, by the pool. Expect to see about half a dozen local fire departments vie for the honors and the trophies.

From 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the main beer tent, Andy Yuan will entertain, sponsored by Monticello Community Club. Andy rocks Rockabilly as well as 50s/60s Rock ‘n Roll. This is FUN music!

Zwingli Brotherhood is proud to feature Mr. Pat Weeden at 6:00 p.m., on Saturday July 13th, speaking about “Aviation History in Green County.” Mr. Weeden represents the Kelsch Aviation Museum, which is located at the Brodhead airport. For more information contact Paul Rieder at (608) 558-8192.

At the beer stand from 8:00 p.m. until midnight, there will again be live music, Family Business (no cover charge, of course), with at break at about 9:45 p.m. for the FIREWORKS!! The fireworks are set off at Lake Montesian and can be viewed from several locations. A special thank you to the fireworks sponsors, the Monticello Community Club and Greenwoods State Bank. Rain delay will be Sunday at 9:45 p.m.

Sunday

A Community Church Service will begin at 9:30 a.m., at Montesian Gardens, hosted by Zwingli UCC. Please bring your lawn chairs and take a little extra time to enjoy the beautiful gardens, tended to by community volunteers.

Following the church services, you should definitely plan on lunch at the Chicken Barbecue sponsored by Monticello Community Club. The group is serving half chicken dinners for $10.00 or just chicken for $7.00. Serving will begin at 11:00 a.m., at the Octagon Shelter. Carry-outs are available. Delivery service is also available for senior citizens, handicapped or disabled persons (within the Village limits), who don’t have anyone to come pick up their chicken. Contact Katy at (608) 938-4339 before 7:00 p.m., on Saturday, July 13th, to order delivery.

The parade will begin at 2:00 p.m., on Sunday, July 14th, at the east end of Lake Avenue and will proceed through to the north end of Main Street. THERE IS A SURPRISE THIS YEAR – The Wienermobile! Parade entries and monetary donations, to help sponsor some of the unique entries, are still being accepted. If you are interested in participating or sponsoring a parade entry, contact Kay Freitag at (608) 938-1133. There is always room for more participants – and we could sure use your sponsorship!

The Mud Volleyball tournament continues from Saturday, as well as the Softball Tournament. Both fun to watch and cheer on your favorites – and the champions will be decided on Sunday.

Again this year, the bean bag competition will be held at the baseball beer tent at 3:00 p.m., $10.00 per co-ed two-person team, single elimination, 32 teams. Registration is day of. For questions, contact Andrew Anderson at (608) 279-1430.

Sunday afternoon and evening music lineup: At the main beer stand, after the parade, about 3:00 p.m., the Zweifel Brothers will be performing until 6:00 p.m. They are sponsored by Monticello Ford Inc., and Voegeli Chevrolet Buick Inc. Then, Titan Loose, with special guest MDR, will play from 7:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m., sponsored by the Monticello Community Club. Hang out for good fun and conversation until the raffle drawing at 9:00 p.m. (Remember - no entry fee for any entertainment at the beer stand – all weekend long.)

Don’t forget to purchase your raffle chance at cold, hard cash ($500, $300, $75, $50, $50), A Case of Beer every Month for a Year (valued at $300), Badger Football Tickets for two for the first home game and Tailgate pass (valued at $150), Brewers tickets for four for August 10th game and Parking pass (valued at $200), Grill (valued at $150), and a Golf Bag (valued at $125). Raffle tickets are $5.00 for a book of 6, or $1.00 each and can be purchased now at Monticello businesses or from any member of the Monticello Community Club. During Homecoming, tickets are available at the beer stand. Proceeds always go back into our Monticello community. The raffle drawing will be held at 9:00 p.m., on Sunday night, at the beer stand. You need not be present to win. Sponsored by Monticello Community Club with proceeds returning to the community.

Oh, and what about helping? All the local organizations are stretched thin over the weekend and would appreciate volunteers. Monticello Homecoming is sponsored by The Monticello Community Club, the Monticello Chamber of Commerce, and the Monticello Lions and Lionesses. The Monticello Community Club is a local organization that has been in existence for over eighty years. The club’s purpose is to make our community a great place to live and raise a family. Our annual Homecoming celebration is the main fundraiser for projects that better Monticello. Through the years, the Club has contributed to the development and improvement of Lake Montesian, the village park, ball diamond, basketball court, the octagon shelter house, the depot, the pool, the village playground equipment, and many other projects in our Village, as well as to fund scholarships for our local graduates. The Monticello Chamber of Commerce consists of area businesses and professionals working together to improve the local business climate and ensure a thriving, strong community. The Monticello Lions and Lionesses are strong service organizations in Monticello. Please come enjoy what Monticello has to offer during Homecoming 2019.