Last week, Denmark Elementary School (DES) students had the opportunity to hear a renowned musician share their unique musical talent live in the classroom. On Monday morning, Victoria Vox visited the school's brand new music room to perform for 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students wowing them with her one-of-a-kind approach to the ukulele.

On Saturday, the shore of Lily Lake was the site of a great deal of fun and excitement. That day, the Monkey Business Fun Club partnered with the Polish Legion of American Veterans - Poland Post 186 to host their annual "Banana Peeler Rat Rod & Traditional Hot Rod Car Show" on the post's grounds in Eaton. The multi-faceted event had a little bit of something for everyone, and the proceeds raised will support a number of great causes.

Next weekend, one and all are welcome to St. John Lutheran Church for a spectacularly spooky celebration of the Halloween season. On Saturday, October 19, the parish will host their 5th annual "Trunk or Treat" event outside their church and school in Maribel with loads of fun for scare lovers and candy seekers of all ages. Last week, we spoke with St.

Last Friday, students from Denmark's Viking Academy joined together with their counterparts from Algoma Venture Academy for a day of fun. That morning, the two student bodies met at Neshota Park in New Denmark and took part in a number of team-building activities and games. The Denmark News stopped by to learn more.

On Saturday, the gymnasium inside All Saints Catholic School was alive with excitement and fun for an annual fundraising celebration of the season. That night, the congregation hosted their third annual "Fall Festival" featuring food, prizes and fun for all.

On Friday, smoke could be seen billowing over western New Denmark as flames enveloped a large prairie on Ronk Road. The inferno was not an emergency or any cause for concern and was instead part of a controlled burn intended to rejuvenate plant life as well as provide a hands-on educational experience at the same time. The Denmark News was present for the fire's lighting to learn more.

Last Saturday, several young musicians from Denmark had the opportunity to patriotically honor and celebrate veterans of our nation's armed forces. That night, the Denmark Middle School 8th Grade Band took part in the return celebration for this year's Stars and Stripes Honor Flight's "Flight of Champions" at Austin Straubel International Airport.

Last Thursday night, the northwest corner of the Village of Denmark was teeming with excitement and the sound of rifle fire. That evening, the Denmark Rod & Gun Club hosted their annual "Fun Night" to commemorate the end of another season of shooting as well as award this year's top teams and individuals. The Denmark News was in attendance to learn more about this year in local marksmanship.

Last week, softball fans across the area and beyond were saddened to hear a legendary local team will no longer be taking the field. On Thursday, it was announced the Circle Tap Dukes Men's Major Fastpitch Softball team would be discontinuing operations and disbanding their organization.

On Sunday, booyah lovers and community supporters alike flocked to Poland, Wisconsin, for a tasty fundraiser supporting great causes. That morning, the Eaton Snow Diamonds hosted their annual Booyah Sale fundraiser at the Eaton Community Center to help support community members in need. The Denmark News was in attendance to learn more.

Last Saturday, the small Village of Maribel was pulsing with excitement. That night, Donnie Whetung of Bottoms Up hosted a celebration commemorating 15 years of business. The Denmark News was live on the scene to learn more.

On Sunday, Our Savior's Lutheran Church recognized, honored and thanked one of their own for over half a century of beautiful music. That morning, during their weekly services, the parish celebrated the retirement of longtime Piano Accompanists and Organist Gloria Kane after over 50 years of service to the faith community.

Like it or not, October is upon us and with it comes an initiative aimed at preventing disastrous accidents from happening. October 7-13 is National Fire Prevention Week with fire departments across the country performing outreach and educational demonstrations.

Last Saturday, the air around Hebel's Corners was filled with a delectable combination of smells and the sounds of friendly competition. That day, Denmark Sting Cancer hosted their 27th annual Booyah Cook Off fundraiser at Circle Tap featuring seven of the area's top booyah masters competing side by side.

This school year, students at Denmark High School will have access to new state-of-the-art equipment that will give them opportunities to unlock skills that could help them far past graduation. Last month, new multimedia recording technology, obtained through a federal grant program, was delivered to the school with students learning the ins and outs of the new equipment since classes resumed on September 3.

On Sunday, hundreds gathered in and around Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Denmark for the parish's annual Fall Festival and Car Show fundraiser. Unfortunately, to the chagrin of organizers and attendees, Mother Nature did not want to cooperate with the congregation's planned event. The nine straight days of unseasonably warm and dry late summer weather finally broke over the weekend, and Sunday morning dawned cool and dreary with  persistent rain.

On Saturday, hundreds of area golfers hit the links at Wander Springs in support of a local family. That day, the Denmark Knights of Columbus Father Platta Council #4735 hosted their 23rd Annual Benefit Golf Outing at the acclaimed course featuring fun, prizes, food, drinks and golf with all proceeds going to the Brooke Tenor family. The Denmark News was live on the scene to learn more about this year's event.