This weekend in Portage, WI

Begin the day with a welcoming session for all abilities that eases the body into motion, then transition into a blended yogalates practice on the barn lawn near the ranch lounge. The opening half focuses on gentle stretching and simple movements suitable for every age and fitness level, followed by a half hour of yogalates that combines yoga postures with Pilates techniques to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Instructors meet participants at the ranch entrance and guide the group to the lawn for a calm outdoor start. Guests staying at CASACAMPO lodging in the farmhouse or the bunkhouse have the morning movement portion included and will be guided to their next activity afterward. The class does not include The Ranch Pass. Tickets should be reserved in advance.

Explore the basics of basketry in a beginner-friendly workshop led by Mary Luckhardt Klemm. Participants work with reed and practice fundamental weaving techniques while crafting a practical basket that reflects personal design choices. Open to ages 16 and up, the class welcomes absolute beginners. Tuition is $140. Please bring a rubber wash tub, an old towel, five clip-style clothespins, sharp shears or basket shears, a spritz bottle, a pencil, and a tape measure. Mary is a retired high school art teacher with 31 years in the classroom and about 25 years of weaving experience. She teaches from her home studio, shows and sells her work, and has exhibited widely, including two seasons on the Fall Art Tour. Her studies include courses at Sievers and with the Prairie Weavers Guild in the Sauk Prairie area, and years of farming shaped her connection to nature and to working with natural materials.

Now in its 18th year, Black Women's Wellness Day brings together Black women and families from across Wisconsin and beyond for a day centered on healing, joy, and restorative care. Programming includes speakers, interactive workshops, wellness and fitness activities, and shopping within a wellness fair and market. The day encourages participation across generations and with family, friends, coworkers, and community. The gathering takes place at Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison.

Explore the Shack on a guided tour that shares stories of the pioneering restoration undertaken by Leopold and his family. See the interior of the Shack, then walk through restored prairie and woods along the Wisconsin River. Tours are led by guides. Please limit ticket purchases to groups of ten or fewer, and advance registration is appreciated. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for seniors 62 and older and for young adults ages 11 to 17, and $1.50 for children 10 and under.

MGE marks the 10th anniversary of Día de Fútbol with a family friendly celebration at Aldo Leopold Elementary School. The event features complimentary soccer clinics, interactive and cultural activities, and helpful resources for all ages. Children can be registered to participate, and no ticket is required for entry.

Karen Carpenter’s voice remains one of pop’s most recognizable and cherished, and The Carpenters Songbook: A Live Celebration brings the brother sister duo’s beloved catalog back to the stage in a fresh production from the creative team behind The Simon & Garfunkel Story. Backed by a full band and woven with heartfelt storytelling, the concert reflects the duo’s warmth, emotion, and musical craftsmanship. It welcomes singing along, stirs memories, and helps audiences reconnect with timeless hits such as “We’ve Only Just Begun,” “Close to You,” and “Rainy Days and Mondays.” Presented at Overture Center for the Arts. A VIP option includes a private 20 minute acoustic performance with the lead performers featuring Carpenters songs not included in the main show, plus a meet and greet, a photo opportunity, and a limited edition collectible VIP laminate.

Boomtown Saloon has been a country-centered spot in Wisconsin Dells since 2015, pairing Nashville-inspired food with a steady country soundtrack and regular live performances. Travis John appears with roots shaped by his mother’s love of the genre and a namesake nod to Randy Travis and Travis Tritt. The Stevens Point native turned a hometown “Point Idol” karaoke win into guitar-driven gigs, making his first acoustic appearance just six months later and building experience at local venues. Years of persistence led to recording an original single in Nashville and reaching the Wisconsin finals of NashNext 2017. A singer-songwriter, fitness enthusiast, and father, he also gathered fellow musicians to form Soul Whiskey, known for country hits from the 90s, 2000s, and today. Whether solo, in a duo or trio, or with the full band, he brings the same high-energy approach that suits the Boomtown setting.