All May/June  Branches of Service Tribute & Medal of Honor Recipients—Neillsville. The Highground Learning Center, exhibits open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. daily. 715/743-4224 or www.thehighground.org.

1  Doll and Toy Museum Open—Fennimore. Open daily 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (May 1–Oct. 30). 608/822-4100.

1–31  Blooming Best Days—Westfield. Frontier Square, 8 a.m.–noon. 608/296-4146.

4  Smelt Fry—Jump River. Fire Department, 4:30 p.m. until gone.

4–6  Fish-N-Fun Fest—Montello. Dance, fish boil, live music, carnival, kids fish with the pros, sporting events, monster truck crushing, 50k/100k bike ride, more.

4–6  Oulu Glass Open House—Brule. Oulu Glass Gallery, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. 715/372-4160.

5  International Migratory Bird Day—La Crosse. EcoPark, 6 a.m.–1 p.m. Free event includes a sunrise birding hike, bird banding, family-friendly bird-watching walks, live raptor presentation, and bird-themed crafts and games. 608/784-0303 or www.mhecopark.org.

5  Quilt Show—Holcombe. United Methodist Church, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Quilts displayed, demos, salad luncheon buffet. 715/595-6464.

5  Opening Day Fisheree—Briggsville. Wagon Wheel Boat Landing and Campground. Drawing at 3 p.m.

5  Jr. Duck Stamp Showcase—Necedah. National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 7 p.m. 608/565-2551.

5  Spring Time at the Mill—Beloit. Friends of Beckman Mill, noon–4 p.m. 608/751-1551 or www.beckmanmill.org.

5  Wine Tasting Paired with Cheese & Chocolate—Adams. Adams Co. Lake Arrowhead Clubhouse. Hors d’oeuvres, basket raffle, fundraiser. 608/339-0504.

5  Used Book Sale—La Crosse. First Congregational Church, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. 608/784-8137.

5  Half Marathon & 5K Race—Prairie du Chien. St. Feriole Island, race starts 7 a.m. 608/412-0156 or www.pdchalfmarathon.com.

5  Craft and Flea Market—Coloma. Village Park, 8 a.m.–3 p.m. For more 2012 market dates, go to www.colomahistorical.org.

5  Garage, Bake, and Plant Sale—Sun Prairie. Manley Family Barn (2144 Cty. T), 7 a.m.–4 p.m. 608/837-6488.

5, 12  Bird Walk—Prairie du Chien. La Riviere Park, meet prior to 8 a.m. 608/326-2718.

5, 6  Two-Cylinder Tractor Show—Boscobel. Kronshage Park. Featuring all makes tractors. Auction May 6. 608/739-4050.

5, 12, 19, 26  Farmers Market—Prairie du Chien. Downtown.

5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27  Bald Eagle Watching on the River Cruise—Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, departs 11 a.m. each day. 877/647-7397.

6  Musical Brass—Black Creek. Romy’s Nitingale, 2–5:30 p.m. 920/984-3631.

6  Art at the Gardens Craft Fair—Hales Corners. Boerner Botanical Gardens Education and Visitor Center, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 414/525-5635.

6  Spring Fever Fling Car and Bike Show—Neshkoro. Stan-O-Gene Park, 10 am..–4 p.m. 888/318-0362.

8  Reunion/Education Night (WWII)—Neillsville. The Highground Learning Center., 6:30 p.m. 715/743-4224 or www.thehighground.org.

10–13  Fur Trade Era Living History Event—Chippewa Falls. Allen Park. Visitors will experience camp skill competitions, displays of pioneer tools and weapons, 1800s style food, shopping on traders row, and live music. 715/723-0619.

11, 12  Rummage Fundraiser for Kids to Church Camp—Wittenberg. Community Bible Church, Fri. 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.–2 p.m. Kids clothing, bikes, and furniture. Food available. 715/253-2698.

11, 12  Area-Wide Garage Sales—Chili. 7 a.m.–6 p.m. 715/683-2865.

12  Legacy Stone Placement—Neillsville. The Highground, 1 p.m. 715/743-4224 or www.thehighground.org.

12  Plant Sale and Luncheon—Clyde. St. Malachy’s Catholic Church, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. 608/532-6433.

12  Country School Reunion—Lemonweir. Town Hall, 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Noon potluck lunch.

12  Brunch with the Birds—Necedah. National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 6:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Early morning bird walks led by a naturalist. Brunch, 9 a.m.–noon. Live raptor programs, birdhouse building, birding pledging, bird banding. 608/565-2551.

12  EcoFamily Fun Run: River to Ridge—La Crosse. EcoPark, 8 a.m. A 5-mile Bluff challenge run/walk or a 2-mile family walk. 608/784-0303 or www.mhecopark.org.

12  Banquet—Tomah. Tee Pee Supper Club, 4:30 p.m. Proceeds go to Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. 608/427-2259.

12  Rivertown Reliques—Prairie du Chien. Fort Crawford Museum. “Court House Square” neighborhood, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Tour several historic homes and structures. 608/326-6960.

12, 13  Little Britches Rodeo—Gays Mills. Crawford Co. Fairgrounds, action starts at 1 p.m. both days. 608/606-3466.

12, 13, 26–28  Flea Market and Craft Show—Hatfield. N9517 Thunderbird Ln. 608/989-2275.

13  Special Mother’s Day Mississippi River Cruise—Prairie du Chien. Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, departing 11 a.m. 877/647-7397.

15  Register for Beginner Glassblowing Classes—Brule. Oulu Glass Gallery. First day to register for beginner glassblowing classes. Limited space. 715/372-4160 or www.ouluglassgallery.com.

17–20  Fur Traders Re-enactment—Black River Falls. Lost Falls Campground. Pre-Civil War demos and displays. 715/284-7133.

18  Jolly Mixers Dance Club—Clintonville. Lanes & Banquet Hall, 8 p.m.–midnight. Music by Clete Bellin Orchestra. 715/823-6555.

18, 19  Citywide Garage and Sidewalk Sales—Fennimore. Citywide, Fri. 7 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat. 7 a.m.–noon. More info. at www.fennimore.com. 608/822-3599.

18, 19  Thrift Sales—Thorp. Local businesses, 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Maps available at www.cityofthorp.com. 715/669-7458.

19  Armed Forces Day Open House—Fort McCoy. Enter via Gate 15 off Hwy. 21, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. rain or shine. Bus tours of the installation, camouflage face painting, equipment displays, exhibits, interactive marksmanship gallery, more. Free and open to public. Adults should have photo ID. 608/388-2407.

19  Builders Garage Sale—Eau Claire. Expo Center, 8 a.m.–2 p.m. 715/835-2526.

19  Helicopter Expo—Neillsville. The Highground, 10 a.m. 715/743-4224 or www.thehighground.org.

19  Spring in the Valley Plant and Bake Sale—Holmen. Lewis Valley Lutheran Church. Breakfast, lunch, yard crafts, games, raffle. 608/769-1509.

19  Breakfast in a Victorian Kitchen—Prairie du Chien. Villa Louis Historic Site, St. Feriole Island, 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Hands-on cooking workshop for adults. Reservations required. 608/326-2721.

19, 20  3D Archery Shoot—Montello. John Muir Park, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. 608/697-7755.

20  Syttende Mai Dinner—Westby. Coon Prairie Lutheran Church, serving 11 a.m. Everyone welcome; carry outs available.

20  Car Show—Black River Falls. Riverside Auto. 715/284-4525.

20, 27  Bird Watching for Dummies and Experts Too Mississippi River Cruise—Prairie du Chien. Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, departs 7 a.m. 877-647-7397.

22  Pedal for Troops, Silent Auction, and Trike-a-Thon—Cambria. Rascals & Rockers, 4 p.m. Trike-a-Thon for all 8 years and younger. 920/348-5220.

26  Pancake Breakfast—Jump River. Community Center, 8 a.m.–noon. 715/427-3645.

26  N.Y.A.T. (Not Your Average Triathlon)—Nekoosa. Barnum Bay Marina, 8 a.m.–noon. 715/254-9572 or www.romepubliclibrary.org.

26  Farmers Market Opens—Phillips. 9 a.m.–noon. Saturdays through October.

26  Railroad Historical Museum—Fennimore. Open 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day). Miniature train rides weekends only. 608/822-6144.

26  Woman’s Night Out—Oxford. Downtown.

26  Sunset Cruise on the Mississippi River—Prairie du Chien. Mississippi Explorer Cruises, St. Feriole Island river front, departing 6:30 p.m. 877-647-7397.

26–28  Memorial Day Pow Wow & Louella Blackdeer Memorial Day Fun Run—Black River Falls. 800/404-4008.

27  Barn Dance and Silent Auction—Spirit. Lind Farm, N1169 German Settlement Rd., 7 p.m.–midnight. 715/564-3340 or www.germansettlementhistory.org.

27  Chicken BBQ—Neshkoro. St. James Place, 11 a.m. until sold out. 920/293-8455.

27  Chicken BBQ and Raffle—Neshkoro. St. James Place, 11 a.m.–?? Food, raffles, beverages, fun for the whole family. 920/293-4276.

27  Tuba Dan Band—Black Creek. Romy’s Nitingale, 2–5:30 p.m. 920/984-3631.

27  Tractor Pull—Harrisville. Pulls start 11 a.m.

28  Memorial Day Dinner—Jump River. Community Center, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

28  Memorial Day Celebration—Neillsville. The Highground, 1 p.m. 715/743-4224 or www.thehighground.org.

28  Car Show—Millston. Community Park, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Open show, arts and crafts, and games. 715/284-4884.

28  Memorial Day Service—Fennimore. Small parade at 9 a.m. with program following at the Memorial Building. 608/822-3599.

30  Mini Golf—Westfield. Pioneer Miniature 18-Hole Golf Course (May–Nov.). 608/296-3996.