December 10: News from around the Driftless Area
‘News from Around the Driftless Area’ is a compilation showcasing the excellent work and interesting tidbits from the community journalists sprinkled throughout our area.
VIROQUA –Vernon Communications Co-op is taking nominations for deserving people in the community who are struggling and could use some help this holiday season. Their ‘Uplifting our Community’ campaign is taking nominations until December 15. Citizens are encouraged to nominate a special person that does amazing things for others, makes a positive impact on their community, or keeps an optimistic attitude through challenging times. To make a nomination, go to www.vernoncom.coop/seasonofgiving… Citizen Action of Wisconsin Driftless Co-op will host a ‘Rural Toy Drive’ to provide Christmas presents to farm families in need on Saturday, December 12, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Tractor Supply Company in Viroqua… Pleasant Ridge Waldorf School in Viroqua will host a Holiday Faire 2020: A Virtual Gala for the Whole Family on Saturday, Dec. 12, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. This year's faire features many of the time-honored traditions that draw people back each year, and new this year: ‘Give a Gift, Get A Gift’ fundraiser (in lieu of a silent auction), and a community-wide living room dance party. Admission is free, however, all participants must register in advance: https://pleasantridgewaldorf.org/our-school/holiday-faire/… We need something to look forward to in 2020...BURGER NIGHT! Please join Driftless Cafe every Thursday for their weekly Burger Night. They will continue this every Thursday until they can't take it anymore. This year, they are raising money fortThe Historic Temple Theatre in Viroqua. Two dollars of every burger sold will go directly to keeping this amazing community asset running in this very challenging time. Of course you may take this curbside for your safety! They will start accepting orders at 5 p.m. Please make reservations if you are hoping to dine in with us.