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🌱 Why travelers are being urged to discover New Glarus in 2026
You won't want to miss Fall Bonfire on the New Glarus Patch calendar
Coffee in hand, New Glarus? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why travelers are being urged to discover New Glarus in 2026
Also on today's calendar: 75th Fall Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Assn. Show & Sale and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Thursday: Periods of rain, with a high of 69 and low of 50 degrees.
- Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 67, low: 46.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 68 and low of 50 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• 9 Underrated Wisconsin Towns Worth the Drive in 2026 (worldatlas.com) — New Glarus gets a starring role in this 2026 travel roundup, praised for its Swiss-themed architecture ordinance and walkable downtown packed with heritage sites. Locals will recognize the Swiss Historical Village, Chalet of the Golden Fleece, and Puempel's Olde Tavern, all highlighted as reasons visitors should make the drive to experience the village's unique culture and history. 
📸 Around New Glarus
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🗓 Upcoming Events in New Glarus
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★ Featured events ★
- Fall Bonfire →
New Glarus Woods State Park, W5446 County Highway Nn, New Glarus
6:00 pm
Saturday October 17
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Other local events
- New Glarus Farmers Market →
Bank of New Glarus – Parking Lot, 1101 State Highway 69, New Glarus
3:00 pm - 75th Fall Wisconsin Antiques Dealers Assn. Show & Sale →
Waukesha County Expo Center, 1000 Northview Rd, Waukesha
10:00 am - Ivy Ford at Ohana Family Kitchen →
Ohana Family Kitchen, New Glarus
2:30 pm - New Glarus Farmers Market →
Bank of New Glarus – Parking Lot, 1101 State Highway 69, New Glarus
3:00 pm - New Glarus Wine Walk →
Chalet of the Golden Fleece Museum, 618 2nd Street, New Glarus
5:00 pm - Wine Walk Sponsored by Friends of the Chalet of the Golden Fleece →
Chalet of the Golden Fleece Museum, 618 2nd St, New Glarus
5:00 pm - Swiss Historical Village Harvest Fest →
Swiss Historical Village, 612 7th Ave., New Glarus
10:00 am - Live Music at Bailey's Run Vineyard →
Bailey's Run Vineyard, N8523 Klitzke Rd., New Glarus
2:00 pm - Too Sick Charlie at Dirty Dog Tap House →
Dirty Dog Tap House, 101 6th Avenue, New Glarus
6:00 pm - Fall Harvest Festival →
Midland United Methodist Church, 10235 County Rd KP, Mazomanie
4:00 pm - Boos & Brews Halloween Pub Crawl →
New Glarus WI
5:00 pm
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Friday October 9
Sunday October 11
Friday October 16
Saturday October 17
📣 New Glarus Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- My cat Milo got out last night , see attached .
Does anyone have a live trap i could borrow? Milo is gold cat . Very friendly. Sweet guy miss him . He got out overnight before , looking… (Nextdoor New Glarus) - Any suggestions of a good carpenter that can help with finishes in a new home build.
Also installing wood on the ceiling? Several Other odds and ends as well might be needed. (Nextdoor New Glarus)
- Duluth Trading Co posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Associate in Belleville. Apply here.
- Dane County Wisconsin posted a job opening for Transfer List - Medical Coding and Health Information Specialist (G18) in Verona. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Glarus here.
🗞 Nearby News
Verona
- Exceptional Living in Verona at 1018 Tamarack Way with All the Modern Amenities (madison.com)
- Stylish New Construction on Redan Drive Perfect for Today's Lifestyle (madison.com)
- Badger Invitational: Southern Miss closes with 277 for six-shot victory (amateurgolf.com)
Monroe
- Darlene Ann Lancaster (themonroetimes.com)
- SoBos roll past Cheesemakers (gazettextra.com)
Oregon
- Spacious 4-Bedroom Contemporary at 6214 Knollwood Drive, Oregon in a Wooded Setting (madison.com)
Ok New Glarus! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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