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Nov 2025 18

Wisconsin’s 9 Most Magical Winter Festivals

By Kristine Hansen | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Kristine Hansen

Put on your mittens and head to a winter festival to enjoy Wisconsin’s coziest time of year.

Once the outdoor temperature drops, a new festival season emerges in Wisconsin: one that blends a classic, cozy Norman Rockwell aesthetic with family-friendly activities like cross-country skiing, watching ice sculptures being made, and sampling foods from local restaurants.

Oct 2025 27

9 Farms in Wisconsin where you can spend the night and experience agritourism

By Kristine Hansen | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Kristine Hansen

Learn about Wisconsin’s farming culture when you stay overnight on a farm.

Sep 2025 5

‘Ooh’ and ‘ah’ at fall foliage on 9 of Wisconsin’s prettiest autumn drives

By Kristine Hansen | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Kristine Hansen

Take a short road trip this fall to see Wisconsin’s fall colors–here’s where to go.

Autumn in Wisconsin is the most colorful time of the year

Aug 2025 13

I spent the night at Frank Lloyd Wright’s homestead—here’s how it inspired me

By Kristine Hansen | THINGS TO DO, EVERGREEN, Kristine Hansen

Wisconsin is home to many creative retreats, including ones at Taliesin, the late architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s former home.

frank lloyd wright designed the Tan-y-Deri House, a creative writing retreat

Jul 2025 18

The 11 best things to eat at AmFam Field this season

By Kristine Hansen | FOOD AND DRINK, COMMUNITY, Kristine Hansen

With new food vendors and fun menu items, AmFam Field is a hot spot for dining.

a hot dog with an enchilada inside of it

Jul 2025 6

How Eau Claire native Bon Iver gradually (but radically) transformed his hometown

By Kristine Hansen | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Kristine Hansen

From cool hotels to art-oriented businesses, step into Eau Claire’s creative scene inspired by Justin Vernon (AKA Bon Iver).

Pablo Center at the Confluence is the city’s largest entertainment and arts center.

Jun 2025 23

I love Wisconsin Dells … But not for the reasons you think

By Kristine Hansen | LOCAL CULTURE, EVERGREEN, Kristine Hansen

While it's known as the "waterpark capital of the world," Wisconsin Dells is rich in architecture, wellness, and dining. Check out its more sophisticated offerings.

brown villas with green roofs are the newest dwelling offerings from the wisconsin dells

Apr 2025 24

Wisconsin’s Most Unique Coffee Roasters

By Kristine Hansen | FOOD AND DRINK, EVERGREEN, Kristine Hansen

These coffee roasters in Wisconsin support farmers in other countries–their unique business models result in coffee that’s very popular around the state.