monroe wisconsin: Property of the week - 02/23/10 07:18 AM
This week's featured property is a split-level ranch in Monroe.

Bring the family home! This comfortable split level home located on a quiet street has all you need. 3 bedrooms, main floor laundry, living room with fireplace, family room, refnished wood floors, generous storage area, 2 car attached garage, spacious eat-in kitchen, bright rooms filled with natural lightening. The landscaped yard has plenty of room for kids, grandkids, pets or more gardens. … (3 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Things to Do Around Monroe WI - 02/17/10 01:26 PM
Hold on to your hats! It is a busy weekend here in Cheese Country.
The UW Alumni Club is meeting at Toffler's in New Glarus on Thursday evening at 8 to watch the UW Men's Basketball team play the Minnesota Gophers.
If sports isn't your thing, come over to Minhas Brewery's Lazy Mutt Lounge on Thursday evening instead for Monroe Art Center's Poetry on Tap. Award-winning Wisconsin poets will read aloud from their works starting at 7 pm. This event is free, and there will be libations courtesy of Minhas.
The Alternative Fuel Society meets at the River Valley Trading Company … (1 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Property of the week - 02/16/10 03:28 AM
This week's featured property is a renovated property near Monroe's Downtown Square.
Step into the comfort and convenience of this home only one block away from Monroe's Historic Square. This house has so much character! There are beautiful archways throughout, and charming quirky details like the pass through window between one bedroom and the hallway. The vintage light fixture in the foyer and iron railing on the staircase are fantastic period elements.
At the same time, you will appreciate the renovations that have been taking place over recent months. There is new carpeting, the kitchen is being completely redone, and the … (4 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Deadline for Public School Open Enrollment in Wisconsin is almost here - 02/15/10 04:21 AM
People have different criteria when it comes to choosing where to live.  For many parents, school district makes a huge difference.  In Wisconsin, there are certain inflexible rules that apply to where public school students may attend school. School districts are geographically drawn, and students attend the district within whose boundaries they live. Once a year, for three weeks in February, parents may apply for their children to attend school for free in a different public school district. This practice, Open Enrollment, is the only chance for a year to change school districts without physically moving. Parents may apply for admission … (0 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Things to do around Monroe, Valentine's Weekend - 02/10/10 02:17 PM
Another week, another weekend to plan for.
~ Blackhawk Technical College has some interesting community education classes starting next week. Inspired Art, Drawing People, or Pen and Watercolor Fundamentals, Quickbooks, Access, Skype , or Social Networking, Cake Decorating, Meditation, Organic Gardening, or Plan Your Herb Garden, Conversational Spanish, Sustainable Building: Green Design Basics with LEED principles are all starting in the next two weeks. The Skype workshop is tonight, and as long as there is room, you can enroll up until the last minute.
~ Stop in at the Historic Courthouse in Monroe for a free Valentine's Day cookies anytime … (3 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Propery of the Week - Commercial Building in Monroe - 02/09/10 07:43 AM
This week's featured property is a commercial building in Monroe, Wisconsin.
Here is your chance to own a piece of Monroe’s history dating back to circa 1865.
The historic Lanz Building is a rare property with over 14,000 square feet on 3 levels located on corner lot in Downtown Monroe. This location is ideal for your business or non-profit, a well traveled corner between Turner Hall and the Square. There is newer electrical, 16” solid masonry walls, exposed brick walls, 11’ ceilings on main floor and 9’ ceilings in basement. The building is loading dock capable, and there is underground … (0 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Save some green and get clean - 02/03/10 03:10 AM
Wisconsin winters are hard on our cars, what with all the salt and sand from the road making everything a dull grey and the ice that can build up. It can be damaging to the finish and undercarriage of a vehicle to leave that on too long.
We'd like to help you have a little money while protecting the investment you have in your vehicles. Readers of our blog can save 10% on any car wash at Pro-Image Car Wash in Monroe or receive $10 off any vehicle detail in the month of February. Simply mention Cheese Country Realtors or Luis … (4 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Things to Do Around Monroe WI - 02/03/10 03:08 AM
What to do, what to do.
~ The Wisconsin Regional Art Exhibit opens at the Monroe Arts Center on Thursday evening. This multi-media exhibit features artist from all over the region. The exhibit culminates with an artist workshop on Feburary 27. That all day workshop has $5 admission at the door, but the exhibit in Frehner Gallery is, as always, free.
~ MAC also has a painting workshop this weekend. "Approaches to Winter Painting" with Tina Duemler and Jonathan Wilde is this Saturday from 9 am until 5 pm. $70 fee, registration required. The deadline was actually Tuesday, but try giving … (4 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Things are looking up: December 2009 Market Report - 01/07/10 05:52 AM
Historically, December is a very slow month for real estate sales, especially single family homes. I have been very interested in seeing how December of 2009 shaped up. Regarding the number of single family homes that sold in Green County in December of 2009:
21 homes sold in December of 2009, The homes were on the market for an average of 141 days, The average sale price was $142,750, The median sale price was $140,000, The highest priced property sold was $250,000, The lowest priced property sold was $49,900. Volume-wise, this is a huge improvement from December of 2008:
12 homes … (2 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Things to Do Around Monroe WI - 01/06/10 07:06 AM
Welcome back after the winter holiday break! Now that the festivities are over, are you looking for something to do this weekend?
~ The Young Professionals of Green County are having a Business Showcase this Thursday evening. Join them at Beast Buffet from 5:30 to 6:15 where 2009 YP of the Year Nominee, Eric Jerdee, will talk about the services his company has to offer for pets and farms. The YPs are doing a semi-formal event next week at The Dining Room at 209 Main in Monticello. Join them on Thursday evening for appetizers, drinks and conversation. $20 includes a … (0 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Property of the week - 01/06/10 07:04 AM
This week's featured property is a split-level ranch in Monroe. Bring the family home! This comfortable split level home located on a quiet street has all you need.
This roomy house has three bedrooms on the upper level, all with refinished wood floors. There is a living room with fireplace, huge family room, and generous storage areas in the lower level. The main floors has a spacious eat-in kitchen, bright rooms filled with natural lightening, main floor laundry and 2 car attached garage. The landscaped yard has plenty of room for kids, grandkids, pets or more gardens.
Don't miss … (0 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Apline Curling Club offering Into classes - 01/06/10 06:58 AM
The Alpine Curling Club is offering an Introduction to Curling class. This six week course begins on February 6th and runs through March 13. The class will be every Saturday evening from 6 until 8 pm. The cost will be $50 per adult, and teens over 13 can participate for free if they are accompanied by a paid adult. Introduction to Curling will cover history, technique, etiquette and game strategy in the first two weeks. There will be four weeks of league-style play. Material (brooms and sliders) will be provided. If you have been curious about curling, try your hand now … (3 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Things to Do Around Monroe WI - 12/10/09 05:33 AM
If you have finished digging out from yesterday's blizzard and can think ahead again, here is a look at what is happening in our area in the upcoming week: ~ On Friday evening, the Monroe Arts Center plays host to the Community Sing Along starting at 7 pm. Patrick Beckman will play the piano, and the audience will be directed by the Allen Redford, Director of Choral Music at Highland College. Songs will include traditional holiday fare such as Deck the Halls, Jingle Bells, White Christmas, Silent Night, and Joy to the World. Prior to the singing, there will be a … (2 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Property of the week - 12/10/09 04:12 AM
This week's featured property is a commercial building in Monroe, Wisconsin. Here is your chance to own a piece of Monroe’s history dating back to circa 1865.
The historic Lanz Building is a rare property with over 14,000 square feet on 3 levels located on corner lot in Downtown Monroe. This location is ideal for your business or non-profit, a well traveled corner between Turner Hall and the Square. There is newer electrical, 16” solid masonry walls, exposed brick walls, 11’ ceilings on main floor and 9’ ceilings in basement. The building is loading dock capable, and there is underground parking … (4 comments)

monroe wisconsin: November 2009 Market Report for Green County, WI - 12/03/09 03:18 AM
Another months has come to an end, so it is time for the Market Report. First, the number of single family homes that sold in Green County in November of 2009:
19 homes sold in November of 2009, The homes were on the market for an average of 88 days, The average sale price was $111,000, The median sale price was $133,047, The highest priced property sold was $265,000, The lowest priced property sold was $59,000. Things have not changed very much when compared to November of 2008:
21 homes sold in November of 2008, The homes were on the market … (2 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Things to Do Around Monroe WI - 12/02/09 08:12 AM
So, what is happening in the region this weekend?
~ The Monroe Clinic Volunteers have their annual Christmas Festival on Friday in Founder's Hall. On December 4 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., stop in for a bake sale, lunch stand, Clare’s Closet gift shop items, a silent auction as well as coffee and sweets. All proceeds benefit the scholarship fund.
~ If you are in Shopko this Friday or Saturday, stop by to listen to music provided by students of the Green County Piano Teachers Association. 155 students and 8 teachers are participating in a Piano Play-A-Thon.
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monroe wisconsin: Property of the Week - Farmette by Monroe WI - 12/02/09 07:33 AM
This week's featured property is a farm near Monroe.

This beautiful farm setup is located just a short distance from Monroe.
Enjoy over 2000 square feet in the 4 bedroom home while you live on the 3+ acre farmette and enjoy life in the country. The home has beautiful birch trim, mudroom with separate shower, updated kitchen and many other amenities.
If you prefer, rent out the home, and simply raise cattle in the equipped barn and outbuildings. lAdditional acreage is available if you need more than the included three acres. The buildings have recently been home to … (1 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Ticket on sale now for "A Christmas Carol" - 12/01/09 10:56 AM

Do you have your tickets yet for the Monroe Theatre Guild's production of "A Christmas Carol"? The show is shaping up to be wonderful again this year! … (2 comments)

monroe wisconsin: Things to do around Monroe WI - Thanksgiving weekend - 11/25/09 03:25 AM
Happy Thanksgiving! Are you looking for something to do after the traditional dinner is finished? ~ Come to Downtown Monroe on Friday evening for the annual Lighted Holiday Parade. The parade kicks off from the middle school starting at 6 pm. This year's theme is "Frosty and Friends". Many of the entrants will be creative in their use of lighting, and generators are donated for use by PDC. ~ New Glarus lights the Community Holiday Tree this Friday evening at 6:30. Come downtown for all the festivities and join your neighbors to see the magic of the lights. ~ Turner Hall … (0 comments)

monroe wisconsin: One way to keep your money local - 11/24/09 12:52 PM
Have you heard of Monroe Money or Monticello Money? Both of these area communities have special programs where area residents can purchase certificates to be spent at any one of a number of local businesses. Monroe Money may be purchased at the Monroe Chamber of Commerce and can be spent at any Chamber of Commerce member business. Monticello has Monticello Money, and the certificates can be spent at any of the Monticello Business and Professional Association members. Monticello Money may be purchased at the Bank of Monticello's Main Street location or at the Village Hall. Monticello Money or Monroe Money also … (0 comments)