This weekend in Sheboygan, WI

Set in Fountain Park in Sheboygan, the SCIO Sheboygan Summer Farmers Market showcases the region’s bounty from vendors within a 100 mile radius. Browse fresh seasonal produce, local meats, eggs, cheese, baked goods, flowers, food trucks, and handmade crafts. FoodShare and EBT are accepted at the SCIO Information Booth, where the Double Your Bucks program offers up to a $20 daily match on fruits and vegetables. WIC and SFMNP vouchers are also accepted. Vendor opportunities are available through the market organizers.

Enjoy a classic Saturday morning at Elkhart Lake’s Farmers & Artisans Market in the Village Square. Browse fresh seasonal produce like vegetables and flowers, plus cheeses, local arts, and other specialty items from around 50 vendors. Everything sold is produced locally in Wisconsin by the people behind the stands, so you can shop with confidence. Bring your reusable grocery bags and head to the square for a local shopping outing.

Brush up on cookie-decorating basics with a nautical twist in this beginner-friendly class. Learn baking tips, how to fine tune icing consistency and apply it cleanly, and core techniques like piping, flooding, and working with a scribe tool. The experience is hands-on and led by Mollie Ver Velde of Sugar Stacked Cookie Co. Each ticket provides all decorating supplies to use in class and take home, six cookies you will decorate yourself, and a 10% discount at Relish on the day of the class. Ages 14 and up. Cost is $69. Promotional images are for reference only, and the final cookie designs will differ and are selected by Mollie.

The Plymouth Arts Center is hosting its annual Paint the Towns in Fall Color, en Plein Air competition and exhibition for Midwest artists. The painting days run through multiple scenic locations in Plymouth, Greenbush, and Glen Beulah, with a special paint weekend planned on the grounds of the Road America racetrack. After the painting period, a public reception, awards ceremony, and silent auction are held at the Plymouth Arts Center, followed by the exhibition display in the Gallery 110 North.

Sheboygan Visual Artists presents a riverside showcase of member artwork, inviting visitors to browse creations along the picturesque Sheboygan River. Offered on multiple summer weekends, this open air experience provides a relaxed setting to explore a variety of pieces. It takes place on the grassy area beside the SVA Gallery.

Created by and for locals, this community market offers a welcoming gathering in Oostburg, WI. Vendors who wish to participate can reserve a spot or ask questions by emailing shopatmargos@gmail.com.

Operation Backpack, also known as Operación Mochila, is a community outreach at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church that provides children with a backpack and basic school supplies at no cost. It is intended for families who could use help covering back-to-school essentials. Children must be present to receive items, and supplies are limited on a first come, first served basis.

Seven Ages Theatricals’ Artistic Director Tom Berger leads a monthly exploration of Shakespeare at Mead Public Library, focusing on a different play each session. Meetings start with a brief discussion, continue with a read-through of key moments from the text, and conclude with an open conversation. Attendees may pick up a copy in advance at the library’s first floor service desk, read it cold during the session, or simply listen. Selections include Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Enjoy a relaxing stagecoach ride through the Kettle Moraine Forest on a replica Concord stagecoach. Along the way you can meet the horses, take photos with them, and learn about horse-powered travel in the late 1800s. The ride lasts about 30 minutes, with check-in at the Wade House Visitor Center and the Wesley W. Jung Carriage Museum. Tickets are for a specific ride start time, and guests should arrive at least 30 minutes early.

At My Mas Arts, Santana Lomibao and Karen Hensch of Karen’s Krafts & Things present a craft show and benefit honoring Cassie Lomibao in support of Cassie Kay’s Way. Karen spotlights a purple-themed collection of diamond art, from paintings and wall decor to tote bags and other small items. An auction will also feature another custom diamond art portrait of Cassie. Proceeds will be shared and donated to Santana for Cassie Kay’s Way.

Step into a storied theater where the ghost light glows and whispers of flickering bulbs and unseen footsteps linger. This 90 minute guided experience blends history with a playful chill as you hear accounts of past performers, unusual happenings, and the venue’s well known resident spirits. Explore backstage spaces seldom seen by audiences, feel the charge of a haunted balcony, and stand on the stage in the glow of the ghost light. Ideal for history fans, theater enthusiasts, paranormal investigators, and curious minds, though it may not be suitable for children. Cameras are welcome, and a cash bar will be available with beverages allowed during the tour. Tickets are 20 dollars per person plus fees. Doors open 30 minutes before the start, and a brief intermission is included. Advance registration is required at least 24 hours ahead. Some areas are not fully accessible, and the Weill Center can assist with accommodations at 920-208-3243. Devices used for paranormal investigation are welcome.

Organized by the Sheboygan Falls Cub Scouts, this family-friendly hike explores Kohler-Andrae State Park, with the group meeting by the playground near parking lot P8. Families and friends are welcome, and a fun activity is planned after the hike. Attendees may also spend time at the beach once the walk wraps up. Entry requires either a state park sticker or a daily pass. For comfort and safety, plan to have a small first aid kit, a full water bottle, a flashlight, a trail snack, sun protection, and a whistle. If it rains, the outing will be rescheduled. Questions can be directed to the organizers.

A welcoming pinball competition at Legend Larry’s is designed for newcomers. Participants can learn the basics on site and compete in groups of three to four players. The top finisher earns a $25 Legend Larry’s gift card. Entry is $1 plus coin drop, and participation is limited to 12 players. The tournament is sanctioned by the International Flipper Pinball Association.