Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
Good morning, Janesville.
The Janesville Noon Rotary Club held its annual free sweet corn drive-thru event on Saturday at Traxler Park, and residents enjoyed a local tradition of receiving sweet corn.
On Sunday, Janesville’s Riverside Park hosted the Riverside Music Festival where live music filled the park and community members shared memories—proceeds will be reinvested to improve the park.
Heavy rain raised water levels on the Rock River at Afton and officials issued a slow-no-wake order to help keep boaters safe using a standard water safety rule.
Music at the Marv: TUGG Concert
6:30-8 p.m. — Marvin Roth Community Pavilion — Free entry — Experience the lively beats of TUGG, known for blending tropical grooves and reggae rhythms.
What's in Bloom Garden Tour
10-11 a.m. — Rotary Botanical Gardens — Free for members, $10 for non-members — Explore the vibrant blooms and gain horticultural insights from the expert guide Michael Jesiolowski.
Janesville Kids Triathlon
10:30 PM — 2801 Rockport Rd, Janesville, WI — Registration required — Kids ages 7-12 swim, bike, and run in this annual triathlon.
Technology Help Session
10:00-10:45 a.m. — Hedberg Public Library — Free assistance — Get help with your personal device or troubleshoot tech issues in a supportive environment.
Wine and Swing Dance Social
6-9 p.m. — Fermenting Cellars Winery — $10 — Enjoy a glass of wine and swing dancing under the stars with beginner lessons available.
Honey Fingers Live Performance
3-9 p.m. — Barkley's Burgers Brews & Dawgs — Free entry — Enjoy live music on the patio while tasting delicious food and drinks.
Senior Speaker Series: Fall Prevention
9:30-11:15 a.m. — Rotary Botanical Gardens — Suggested $5 donation — Learn effective fall prevention strategies to maintain independence and safety for seniors.
Art in Bloom
12-5 p.m. — Janesville Woman's Club Association — Free entry — Experience local florists' interpretations of fine art in a unique afternoon setting.
Sounds of Summer: Live Outdoor Music
1-3 p.m. — Rotary Botanical Gardens — Free for members, general admission for non-members — Experience the harmony of classical and acoustic music in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Red Hat Enterprise Linux Automation with Ansible Training
Mon, Sep 15 – Thu, Sep 18 — Blackhawk Technical College — $2735 — Enhance your skills in automating processes with Ansible for Linux systems administration.
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