Jefferson County: The Official Guide 2013 15th Annual Edition

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FARM FRESH Farmers’ Market. Just the phrase itself conjures up happy thoughts of summer, fresh produce, meeting friends, and great meals made with your purchases. Photos: (top row) Greg Mausser Grand Champion at the Cambridge Farmers’ Market; Busy Barns Adventure Farm, Fort Atkinson; Lake Mills Farmers’ Market. Farmers’ Markets have become extremely popular, and Jefferson County is no exception. Most of our communities host weekly Farmers’ Markets during the warm-weather months, and a few host Winter Markets as well. Farmers’ markets provide the consumer with a wide variety of organic and fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, nuts and other produce directly from the local farmers’ back yards. Consumers are embracing a healthier lifestyle, and nowhere are the selections better than shopping at a farmers’ market. The majority of the farmers that vend at Jefferson County farmers’ markets travel less than 30 miles to their market. This means that the produce found at a Jefferson County Farmers’ Market is much fresher – picked that morning, most likely – than the actual 7-14 days that can go by between the time other produce is picked and when it becomes available at a grocery store. Grocery store produce might travel a thousand miles or more before reaching the consumer. Studies have shown that produce loses nutritional value the longer it is between harvest and consumption. 36 Jefferson County: THE OFFICIAL GUIDE 2013 Farmers’ market vendors are local entrepreneurs, and they set prices that allow them to reasonably cover their costs. Prices vary by product, but typically, farmers’ market produce is equal to or less than the cost of buying produce at the grocery store – and again, has greater nutritional value and tastes amazing. Still not convinced? Here are the top ten reasons to include regular shopping at a Jefferson County Farmers’ Market: 1. Support your local farmers. It’s great to support the men and women who work hard on their farms to produce their product. You get to meet them every week, and get to know them too! 2. Eat seasonal produce and eat local. Reconnect with your local growing season - watch for asparagus in the spring, sweet corn in the summer, and pumpkins in the fall to name a few. As the weather changes, so will your anticipation. 3. You will find that your produce has greater taste and is so fresh! No sitting on trucks for delivery across the country – the produce you find at a Jefferson County farmers’
market may have been fresh-picked just that morning! 4. Many farmers use little or no pesticides. Just ask the vendor to be sure. 5. You will find much more than fresh fruit and produce at a Jefferson County farmers’ market. You will most likely find honey, jams, baked goods, crafts, food, gifts and more. 6. Farmers’ markets stimulate the local economy. Reinvest in your own community and keep the investment close to home. 7. Boost your nutrition! You might just find that you eat more fresh fruit and vegetables as you soak in the sights and colors and selections of a Jefferson County farmers’ market. 8. Discover new cooking ideas. Ask the vendors if they recommend recipes for using their seasonal produce. You may just find your new favorite recipe! 9. Learn a new fruit or veggie. Many vendors will have fruits and vegetables that FORT FARMERS MARKET Love Where You Live... Shop Fresh, Shop Local May 4-October 26 Saturdays 8am - Noon Downtown Fort Atkinson Across from the Post Office FEATuREd PROducTS Tomatoes • Beets • Greens • Onions • Carrots Apples • Berries • Melon • Honey • Bread • Sweets • Pie Beef • Chicken • Sausage • Cheese • Eggs • Salsa Jam • Coffee • Flowers • Plants • Handcrafted Art LIVE MuSIc & KIdS PROGRAMS Every Saturday 9 - 11 am you’ve never seen before, or maybe you’ve never incorporated into your meal plan before. Ask them about something new – and try it out at home! 10. Be entertained! Jefferson County farmers’ markets often have musical entertainment, jugglers, balloon artists and more. They are a great venue to be part of the community – eat your meal there, bring the family there, spend the day there. Along with weekly Farmers’ Markets, there are many farms in Jefferson County who set up stands in our beautiful communities, and some that encourage shoppers to come right to the farm where the food is grown. Looking for a great place to buy fresh produce? Consider all of the options around our Jefferson County communities including Farmers’ Markets, farmstands and farm stores. Stop by one of the places listed in the chart on the next page. Celebrating Jefferson County’s Local Goodness LIKE our Facebook Page or visit our website for weekly updates and schedules Special Community Programs include: Dairy Dairy Days, Arts Saturdays, Free Hayrides & Bouncy House, Gardening & Cooking Demos, Community Art Projects, Facepainting, Costume Contests, Raffles, Farmer Trivia, Community Wellness Programs, Green Team Programs, Live Music and much, much more! Sponsored by the Fort Atkinson Chamber of Commerce 1-888-SEE-FORT • www.fortfarmersmarket.com www.enjoyjeffersoncounty.com 37
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Page 4 and 5: CAMBRIDGE Full of charm and natural
Page 6 and 7: A RICH HERITAGE Fort Atkinson boast
Page 8 and 9: FORT ATKINSON Stop in at Tuttle’s
Page 10 and 11: FORT ATKINSON Homemade Italian Dinn
Page 12 and 13: FORT ATKINSON FORT ATKINSON 108 Mad
Page 14 and 15: JEFFERSON Jefferson is a small comm
Page 16 and 17: JEFFERSON Bon Ton Bakery, Catering
Page 18 and 19: JEFFERSON • Automatic Scoring •
Page 20 and 21: JOHNSON At the intersection of I-94
Page 22 and 23: JOHNSON CREEK Pork - Beef - Chicken
Page 24 and 25: RECREATION AND LEGENDS Legendary La
Page 26 and 27: LAKE MILLS Saturday, July 20 ~ 10am
Page 28 and 29: PALMYRA Palmyra appeals to the sens
Page 30 and 31: WATERTOWN Watertown’s many histor
Page 32 and 33: WATERTOWN See our ad on the InSIde
Page 34 and 35: WHITEWATER A perfect blend of past,
Page 36 and 37: TOWNS & A little off the beaten pat
Page 40: FARM FRESH (CONT.) FARMERS’ MARKE
Page 43 and 44: Great snowmobiling events include:
Page 45 and 46: through Jefferson County on the way
Page 47 and 48: Hidden Treasures Resale - a ntique
Page 49 and 50: Rock River Park W5281 CTH B, Johnso
Page 51 and 52: ACRES PICNIC AREA SHELTER GRILLS DR
Page 53 and 54: PUBLIC DNR WILDLIFE AREAS WILDLIFE
Page 55 and 56: March 9-10: Badger Rabbit Breeders
Page 57 and 58: May 3-4: Lake Mills City-Wide Rumma
Page 59 and 60: June 8-9: Wisconsin Livestock Sprin
Page 61 and 62: July 12-14: Thundercats Baseball To
Page 63 and 64: SEPTEMBER 2013 September 1: Super C
Page 65 and 66: October 5-6: Rock & Gem Society, Ro
Page 67 and 68: ANTIQUE, RESALE & CONSIGNMENT SHOPS
Page 69 and 70: Vetro Winery 1414 Vino Lane, Jeffer
Page 71 and 72: Watertown Public Library 100 S Wate
Page 73 and 74: Jefferson Family Aquatic Center 518
Page 75 and 76: Ripley’s Bakery & Eatery 121 W. M
Page 77 and 78: Under New Ownership • Indoor Heat
Page 79 and 80: ROOMS OF HOTELS, MOTELS & COTTAGES
Page 81 and 82: SITES OF CAMPGROUNDS & CABINS NUMBE
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