WBCCI Wisconsin Unit

Ellen McGaughey is providing 9 informational articles to the Blue Beret. She will cover things to do and see in Madison and Wisconsin. This will include sites, dinning, camping and caravan ideas. This page will be a repository for links mentioned in the articles and and additional information.Cheese Stores and FactoriesWhile in Wisconsin don’t forget to visit our famous cheese stores and factories. Click on the link below for an extensive map and listing of Wisconsin Cheese Stores and Factories throughout the dairyland. http://www.wisconline.com/attractions/cheese.htmlThe link also contains information on many other Wisconsin attractions - See for Yourself!Weird Wisconsin 1A caravan through Northwest Wisconsin. WeirdWI1.pdfWeird Wisconsin 2A caravan through Southwest Wisconsin. WeirdWI2.pdf “Best Eats”Ella’s Deli, which is both pretty good and very bizarre! http://www.ellas-deli.com/index.php — John & Barb SellersQuivey’s Grove, consists of two restaurant buildings; one is the ‘Stone House’, and the other the ‘Stable Grill’. Both buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The history is on their website. The setting and buildings are unique, and we have found the food to be consistently great. Located in Fitchburg, WI, just south of Madison. http://www.quiveysgrove.com/ — Patti & Dennis ThayerSuggestions from Audrey that she would returned again and again.Hubbard Avenue Grill in Middleton, on Hubbard Ave. of courseCulver’s Blue Spoon Middleton on old hwy 12 P.F. Chang’s chinese out by new Costco in MiddletonPanera Bread, great soup and sandwich by Johnson BankBruegger’s Bagels good sandwiches Mineral Pt Rd near CunaNitty Gritty on Gammon Road in strip mall going towards MiddletonPaisan’s, new location, West Wilson, underground parking, great view of Lake Monona from dining room or outside dining.Old Fashioned on Capitol Square, Great Cheese & Macaroni,great burgers etc.Fraboni’s on Regent St. off South Park, we eat subs there!! Parking in back of building.Pasquale’s on Monroe St. / southwestern foodThe Great Dane Brew Pub at Hilldale, good sandwichesMichael’s Frozen Custard, Best Turtle Sundaes Ever!!!The Pancake House University Ave. near Brennan’s other side of road. Breakfast until 2 pm Great crepes, apple pancake, one is big enough for two hungry people. — Audrey SinnerSuggestions from Karla Matson:The Avenue Bar on East Washington. http://avenuebarmadison.com/The Great Dane – they have three locations – great food and their own brew.  http://www.greatdanepub.com/Bluephies on Monroe St. and Monty’s Blue Plate Special on Atwood Ave. are part of the Food Fight restaurants. http://foodfightinc.com/Pasquals on Monroe St. http://www.pasquals.net/Paisan’s Italian Restaurant on Wilson, overlooks the lake and they have an outdoor patio – fabulous pizza. http://www.paisansrestaurant.biz/Badger Bowl – yep, it’s a bowling alley but it’s close to the rally and Chaz says they have a great burger. http://www.badgerbowl.com/Lombardino’s Italian Restaurant and Bar on University Ave. Excellent food. http://www.lombardinos.com/Restaurant Magnus on E. Wilson. More upscale I guess, I haven’t been there. http://www.restaurantmagnus.com/Tornado Steak House on S. Hamilton. It’s a steak house – I’ve never been there. http://www.tornadosteakhouse.com/Sardine in Machinery Row, on Williamson. My brother-in-law Dave says its very good. http://www.sardinemadison.com/Takara on State Street and S. Whitney Way. Great Japanese food. http://takaramadison.com/Edo Japanese Restaurant on S. Park and Monona Dr. Great Japanese food. http://edojapaneserestaurant.com/Ella’s Deli and Ice Cream Parlor – delicious food and a beautiful carousel outside. http://www.ellas-deli.com/Culver’s Frozen Custard – Yum! http://www.culvers.com/Michael’s Frozen Custard – Yum! http://www.ilovemichaels.com/  –Karla MatsonGreat Eating in Monticello By Ruth SybersTake a lovely 45 minute trip to Monticello (on Hwy 39), just south of Madison to the Dining Room at 209 Main. Owned by a former Wisconsin Unit Teen Queen, Jane Sybers (sponsored by her grandparents Erwin and Mildred Knight of Watertown) and her husband, Wayne Kasprzak, this fine dining restaurant has been awarded many accolades by critics and Wines Magazine.Janes’s mother, Ruth Knight Sybers, is a former Airstream owner and WBCCI member decorated the restaurant with textiles. To see the textile exhibit and menu and recipes go to: www.209main.comRuth Knight SybersKnitter’s TreatMonticello, WI 53570knitterstreat@wekz.netThings to do:The Farmer’s Market on Saturday morning – do not miss the Hot Spicey Cheesy Bread from Stella’s! http://www.dcfm.org/Walk down Monroe Street – great little shops like Art Gecko, Indigo Moon, Orange Tree Imports, and Trader Joe’s is across the street too.Olbrich Botanical Gardens http://www.olbrich.org/Henry Vilas Zoo http://www.vilaszoo.org/Bike trails all over Madison – many bike lanes in the city as well. http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/Org/land/parks/specific/capcity/Off the beaten path: I should also mention that Stoughton is a wonderful little town to walk through with all sorts of charming shops and here in Oregon, there is a restaurant called BrouxNelli’s http://www.brouxnellies.com/  that has a fabulous black bean burger and an old fashioned soda counter. We also have a fun little pub called Mulligan’s Bar & Grill. Oh, and the art shops in Paoli: http://cs.artjewelrymag.com/artcs/blogs/artjewelry/2008/08/18/gallery-hopping-in-paoli-wisconsin-art-in-the-heartland.aspx Cool stuff.Dog Parks http://www.thedogpark.com/ and then go to the “Search for Dog Parks link” enter Madison.From Binghamton, N.Y. to Madison, WI.Without tolls..!! (And stops along the way.)By Bill and Cathy NelsonIf you are on your way to the Madison International from New York state or heading home to the east coast after- here is our route recommendation:West on Rte 17 (I-86) about 100 miles to exit 41 at Campbell. NY,  Camp Bell RV Park (Passport Am). Areas of interest: Soaring Museum; Corning Glass; Glenn Curtis (early flight) museum; Many wineries! Our favorite is Bully Hill Winery.West on I-86 to Exit 26 at Cuba, NY. North to Maple Lane RV Park (Airstream Discount 07) 585-968-1677.Things of Interest: Indian Reservation for gas and cigarettes. Cuba Cheese Shop(excellent white cheddar and horseradish cheddar spread); Salt Rising Bread (local specialty); Ice cream across from the park… All within walking distance.West on I-86 to I-90 (Ohio Welcome Center) through Cleveland. Pick up US 2 to the Lake Erie Islands. Check for the state park campgrounds, Walleye Charters, Peace Museum on Kelly’s Island, and much more.(East Harbor RV Park, Lakeside/Marble Head, Ohio, 800-644-6727-Passport America, Monday and Tuesday.)Return to Rte. 2 West, Lake Hwy 53 south to Fremont, OH. Continue west on Rte 6 through Ohio and Indiana-Good roads, Great scenery! At Nappance, Ind.,-on your right, you will see Amish Acres. They have allowed free overnight parking for self-contained units.Continue West on Rte 6. Turn North on Hwy 49 toward Chesterton, Ind. to I-94. Go West to Chicago. Follow I-94 through Chicago. Traffic is good, bad, or fair at any time… Be patient!! Stay on I-94 through the “Loop” and North toward Wisconsin. I-94 will exit on the right. DO NOT TAKE, continue straight ahead on US 41 North. Watch your speed! US 41 will rejoin I-94 at the Wisconsin border. (Wis. Welcome Center)North on I-94 to State Fair RV Park in Milwaukee, WI. Exit on 84th Street (exit 306).Items of interest: Festivals every weekend May-Sept.Polish Fest-June 19-21 ‘09. www.polishfest.org (414-529-2140).Summer Fest-June 25-July 5, ‘09. www.summerfest.com.  411-291-5320Many good restaurants, museums, etc.Continue West on I-94 to Madison, Wis, about 70 miles, for the International Rally.After the Rally, return to Milwaukee, WI for more festivals.July-Festa Italiana www.festaitaliana.com 414-223-2808.July-German Fest www.germanfest.com 414-464-9444.Aug.-Irish Fest www.irishfest.com 414-476-3378.And many more!Let’s ‘Rally Together’ for Dane County Pets! Calling on pet-loving Airstreamer’s to help Dane County pets who are awaiting new homes! The Dane County Humane Society (DCHS) in Madison, like so many shelters, has seen an increased number of pets being handed over to them by families who can no longer provide for them and/or must move and cannot take them along (yes,heartbreaking). The reason boils down to finances; loss of jobs and income. The DCHS has provided a ‘Wish List’ of items that are of ‘highest need, used regularly and in large amounts’:*Bleach*Laundry detergent*Gently used towels and blankets*Canned dog and puppy food*Squeeze cheese in a can*Canned, ground cat and kitten food*Clay litter (unscented and non-clumping)*White copy paper*Colored copy paper*Plastic totes with lids (medium and large)How to help:  Bring ANY item from the DCHS ‘Wish List’ to the Madison International!  We (theThayer’s, #6569, Region 7/Unit 116) will deliver your donated items to the DCHS on behalf of all WBCCI members!  Where to take items:  Take them to the Bulletin Board display area, and look for the table devoted to the Dane County Humane Society!  We’ll do the rest!Thank you for helping pets as they wait for their forever homes!Patti Thayervintagepatti@earthlink.net