The Green Laker

08/22/2026

Town Square Community Center is putting a tropical twist on its monthly bingo night Saturday, Aug. 29, with Margaritaville Bingo. The event features 13 games, themed fun, raffles, prizes and a progressive jackpot starting at $2,245.

08/20/2026

After nearly five decades of sailing on Big Green Lake, Marshall Vente donated his beloved sailboat, “Summer Jazz Too,” to the Green Lake Sailing School. The boat will now help a new generation of young sailors learn skills, build friendships and enjoy the lake.

08/14/2026

Plans to transform the Heidel House Hotel & Conference Center took another step forward Monday as representatives outlined a redevelopment that could include single-family homes, larger hotel units, improved docks and a continued focus on events and year-round tourism.

08/07/2026

Discover the newest artists of Art MidWisconsin this August at Town Square Community Center in Green Lake. The free exhibit features six new members and includes an artist reception during the 53rd annual Green Lake Fine Art Show.

08/04/2026

Check out the Green Laker that currently is on newsstands now.

Vol. 50, No. 6 • July 30 to Aug. 12, 2026 www.riponpress.com FREE! C E L E B R AT I N G 5 0 Y E A R S ! JESSICA DUCH PHOTO Ollie and Stephanie of Chicago pick a prize after winning a carnival game during last year’s Green Lake County...

08/04/2026

The Green Lake County Fair returns Aug. 6-9 with four days of livestock shows, youth exhibits, entertainment, food, carnival rides and grandstand events. See what’s planned for this year’s “All Bets on Fun!” celebration of agriculture and community.

07/29/2026

Registration is open for the sixth-annual Tee Up for Town Square Golf Outing on Monday, Aug. 10 at the Golf Courses of Lawsonia’s Links course.

07/29/2026

Enjoy live music while supporting a great cause. The Gray Boys will perform at Knickerbocker Landing in Princeton on July 31, with proceeds benefiting Guitars 4 Vets, a nonprofit helping veterans find connection and healing through music.

07/25/2026

A new community flagpole could be coming to Green Lake. The Parks & Recreation/Tree Board backed a proposal for a privately funded 40-foot flagpole honoring America’s 250th birthday and also heard updates on the bridge, tennis courts and historical signs.

07/10/2026

Patriotic pride was on full display as Green Lake celebrated America’s 250th birthday with decorated boats, a downtown parade, family fun, live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks show. See photos and highlights from one of the area’s biggest summer celebrations.