Every Monday:
Evansville Playgroup, every Monday, Congregation United Church of Christ, 112 W. Church St., Evansville. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. (608) 314-9006

Daylilies A Cappella Chorus meeting, every Monday, First Lutheran Church’s choir room, 612 N. Randall Ave., Janesville. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (608) 752-8138 or (608) 743-0410

Emotions Anonymous, every Monday, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 212 W. Grand Ave., Beloit. 6 p.m. Enter through backdoor. (608) 365-5641

Stateline Singles Bowling Night, every Monday, Diamond Lanes, 1218 Cranston Road, Beloit. 6 p.m. Singles 55+ welcome. (608) 365-6197 or (608) 365-7073

Badger Chordhawks’ Chorus meeting, every Monday, The Gathering Place, 715 Campus St., Milton. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Enjoyable evening of barbershop harmony singing. (608) 365-4684

Stitches 'n Bitch II, every Monday, Speak Easy, 19 N. High St., Janesville. 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (608) 752-9248 or proartist@aol.com

Beloit College Community Chorus Rehearsal, every Monday, Eaton Chapel, Beloit College campus, Beloit. 7 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. For anyone interested in singing. (608) 363-2374

Every Tuesday:
Knitting club, every Tuesday, Books & Brew, 613 W. Madison Ave., Milton. 9 a.m. (608) 868-3371, e-mail booksandbrew@centurytel.net

Children’s Storytimes, every Tuesday, Edgerton Public Library, 101 Albion St., Edgerton. 10:30 a.m. (608) 884-4511

Story hours, every Tuesday, Milton Public Library, 403 E. High Street, Milton. 10:30 a.m. For preschoolers and kindergartners. (608) 868-7462

Book Buzz, every Tuesday, Edgerton Public Library, 101 Albion St., Edgerton. 2 p.m. For grades 4 and up. Group will read and talk about “Charlie’s Raven” by Jean Craighead George. (608) 884-4511

Weekly peace vigil, every Tuesday, Outside the office of U.S. Rep. Paul Ryan, 20 S. Main St, Janesville. 4 p.m. Organized by Rock Valley Fellowship of Reconciliation. (608) 741-3764

Women’s Support Group, every Tuesday, YWCA of Rock County, 1735 S. Washington St., Janesville. 6 p.m. For women who are experiencing physical and/or emotional abuse in their relationships. Child care provided. (608) 752-5445, ext 214

Stateline Harmony Chorus of Sweet Adelines International Meeting, every Tuesday, Rock County Health Care Center, Janesville. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Peggy: 608-755-1063

YANA (You Are Not Alone) meeting, every Tuesday, Emmanuel Free Methodist Church, 2618 Mt. Zion Road, Janesville. 7 p.m. For men and women over 40 and single. Social group, speakers, potluck, dancing and trips. This is a location change. (608) 752-1098

Every Wednesday:
Play Partners and Parents group meeting, every Wednesday, Exchange Family Resource Center, 2020 E. Milwaukee St., Suite 5, Janesville. 9 a.m to 10:30 a.m. (608) 314-9006

Preschool story time, every Wednesday, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10 a.m. (608) 882-2260.

Children’s story and craft time, every Wednesday, Orfordville Public Library, 203 W. Beloit St., Orfordville. For ages 3-5. 1 p.m. (608) 879-9229

Janesville’s Knitting Grandmas meeting, every Wednesday, Garden Court Apartment’s fellowship hall, 208 N. Main St., Janesville. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers needed to knit items for newborn babies, veterans in nursing homes and Hospice patients. Yarn donations appreciated. (608) 752-6549

YWCA Abuse In Later Life Support Group, every Wednesday, YWCA, 1735 S. Washington St., Janesville, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For women age 50+ or women under 50 who are no longer caring for dependent children. (608) 752-5445, ext. 223

Preschool story time, every Wednesday, Clinton Public Library, 214 Mill St., Clinton. 10 a.m. Ages 2 to 4. (608) 676-5569, www.als.lib.wi.us/CPL

Every Thursday:
Basic line-dancing class, every Thursday, Senior Center, 69 S. Water St., Janesville. For seniors who have never line-danced or who need a refresher course. (608) 755-3040

Rock River Run Jam, every Thursday, Senior Center Riverview Room, 69 S. Water St., Janesville. 6: 30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Open jam for country- and folk-music musicians of all ages. Call (608) 755-3040 to register.

Stitch ’n’ Bitch, every Thursday, Mocha Moments, 1121 Center Ave., Janesville. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. No membership required. Needlework and coffee group. All ages welcome. (608) 752-9248 proartist@aol.com

Open jam, every Thursday, Books & Brew, 613 W. Madison Ave., Milton. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (608) 868-3371, e-mail booksandbrew@centurytel.net

Every Friday:
Preschool story time, every Friday, Clinton Public Library, 214 Mill St., Clinton. 10 a.m. For ages 3 to 5. (608) 676-5569, www.als.lib.wi.us/CPL

Dance featuring the Blue Velvet Band, every Friday, Janesville Senior Center, 69 S. Water St., Janesville. 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. (608) 755-3040

Play Partners and Parents group meeting, every Friday, Exchange Family Resource Center, 2020 E. Milwaukee St., Suite 5, Janesville. 9 a.m to 10:30 a.m. (608) 314-9006

Preschool craft time, every Friday, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10 a.m. (608) 882-2260

Second Monday of each month:
NAMI-Rock County support group, New Hope Methodist Church, 2345 Prairie Ave., Beloit.
7 p.m. National Alliance on Mental Illness. Provides education, support, and advocacy on mental illness for families, friends, professionals and consumers. (608) 755-9980

Third Tuesday of each month: Community movie night, The Lenan Learning Center, 4109 Capitol Circle, Janesville. Free. Call (608) 752-1601, ext. 360.

Melodies 4/4 L.I.F.E meeting, location varies. 10:30 a.m. Recreational music-making club. All are welcome. Call Ellie (608) 754-4225 or Marge (920) 563-0046

The Association for Wedding Professionals, International-South Central Wisconsin Chapter meets at the Pontiac Convention Center, 2809 N. Pontiac Drive, Janesville. Registration begins at 6 p.m. meeting and program 6:30-8 p.m. Contact Lisa Sheldon at (608) 305-8747.

Book club, Books & Brew, 613 W. Madison Ave., Milton. 6 p.m. (608) 868-3371, e-mail booksandbrew@centurytel.net

First Wednesday of the month:
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meeting, First Baptist Church, 3414 Woodhall Drive, Janesville. 2 p.m. (608) 752-5206

Second Wednesday of the month:
Rock River Canoe and Kayak Association winter meetings, Pizza Hut, 2787 Prairie Ave., Beloit. 6:30 p.m. All are welcome. (608) 868-7513 or woolies04@yahoo.com.

First & Third Wednesdays of each month:
Southern Wisconsin Singles Meeting, Buckets @ Black Bridge Bowl, 1141 Black Bridge Road, Janesville. Cocktails: 6 p.m.; dinner: 6:30 p.m. Singles ages 35-60 welcome. (608) 758-2894 or (608) 295-3037

First and third Thursday of each month:
Mothers of Preschoolers, Bethel Baptist Church, 3300 Mt. Zion Ave., Janesville. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Childcare provided. (608) 741-7095, (608) 774-7634 or www.betheljanesville.org

Second Thursday of each month:
Janesville Area Singles planning meeting, Wendy’s on Hwy 14, Janesville. 5:30 p.m. Food at followed by a discussion of group activities for the month at 6 p.m. 743-1293

Third Thursday of each month:
Janesville Stamp Club meeting, Rock County Job Center, 1900 Center Ave., Janesville. 7 p.m. (608) 754-6720 or (608) 756-1380

First Saturday of each month:
Writer’s critique group, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (608) 897-8254

Last Saturday of each month:
Janesville Area Singles, Inc. game night, United Way, 205 N. Main St., Janesville. 7 p.m. For more information call Jane at (608) 743-1293 or e-mail janesvillesinglesinc@yahoo.com

May 12:
WP&L Retirees meeting, May 12, Riverside Family Restaurant, 208 S. Main St., Janesville. 8:30 a.m. (608) 752-8492

Library Explorers, May 12, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 2 p.m. For kindergarten through sixth-graders. No registration needed. (608) 758-6588

Simple Stepping and Pilates on the Floor, May 12, Butterfly Life, 2841 N. Pontiac Drive, Janesville. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Space is limited, so call for reservations. (608) 743-1753

Triathlon training clinic, May 12, Marshall Middle School, 25 S. Pontiac Drive, Janesville. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Swimming clinic. Get information on summer lap swimming opportunities. Free class for adults. Sponsored by Leisure Services, S.W.A.T. and Mercy Health System. (608) 755-3030 or (608) 741-2426

Tupperware bingo, May 12, Clubhouse, 5689 Elevator Road, Roscoe, Ill. 7 p.m. RSVP and receive a free gift. (815) 207-3227

May 13:
Mercy Stride for Health breakfast, May 13, Janesville Mall Food Court, 2500 Milton Ave., Janesville. 8:15 a.m. Free. (608) 752-7845

Tales for 4s and More, May 13, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 10 a.m. For children between the ages of 4 and 6 and their caregivers. Forty minutes of stories, songs and activities that encourage attentiveness needed for success in school. (608) 758-6588

Children’s Storytimes, May 13, Edgerton Public Library, 101 Albion St., Edgerton. 10:30 a.m. Theme: Spanish cha-cha. (608) 884-4511

Preschool story hour, May 13, Milton Public Library, 403 E. High St., Milton. 10:30 a.m. Theme: Cats and kittens. (608) 868-7462

Immunization clinic, May 13, Milton United Methodist Church, 241 Northside Drive, Milton. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cost for each vaccine is $5 for a person through age 18. (608) 757-5440 or (608) 364-2010

Disco-A-Go-Go and Gentle Stretch, May 13, Butterfly Life, 2841 N. Pontiac Drive, Janesville. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Space is limited, so call for reservations. (608) 743-1753

Survivors of suicide support group meeting, May 13, Rock County Job Center, 1900 Center Ave., Janesville. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For those who have lost a loved one or someone close to them from suicide. (608) 752-6188

Selecting and Planting a Tree for Your Yard, May 13, Traxler Park’s warming house, Janesville. 6:30 p.m. Free clinic hosted by the Janesville Shade Tree Advisory Committee about how to pick the right tree and plant it properly. Includes on-site planting demonstration. (608) 754-2123

Rock County Brain Trauma Support Group meeting, May 13, United Way Building’s conference room, 205 N. Main St., Janesville. 7 p.m. Persons who have suffered a brain injury and their family members and friends are welcome to attend. (608) 752-4993

May 14:
The Caregiver Journey annual conference, May 14, Pontiac Convention Center, 2809 Pontiac Drive, Janesville. 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. For family and professional caregivers. Sponsored by the Rock County Community Partnerships Older Adults Committee and the Rock County Council on Aging. Registration requested. (608) 758-8455

Preschool Story Time, May 14, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10 a.m. Theme: Community helpers. (608) 882-2260

Baby Walkers program, May 14, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 10 a.m. For babies 13-23 months old. A 20-minute program of rhymes, songs and simple books, followed by playtime. (608) 758-6588

Baby Lapsit program, May 14, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 10:45 a.m. For babies 0-12 months old. A 20-minute program of rhymes, songs and simple books, followed by playtime. (608) 758-6588

Children’s story and craft times, May 14, Orfordville Public Library, 203 W. Beloit St., Orfordville. 1 p.m. Theme: Mosquitoes. (608) 879-9229

Rock County Sheriff’s Office Awards Program, May 14, Rock County Courthouse, 51 S. Main St., Janesville. 6 p.m. Open to the public. Sheriff Bob Spoden will present three metal of valor awards during the ceremony. (608) 757-8000

Rock Prairie Concert Band performance, May 14, Kirk Denmark Theatre, University of Wisconsin-Rock County, 2909 Kellogg Ave., Janesville. 7:30 p.m. Called “Is Someone Getting Married?”, the concert will include many pieces with a marriage theme. Donations accepted. Refreshments for sale. (608) 758-6554

May 14-15:
Salvation Army flower sale, May 14-15, Fairview Mall, 2100 E. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (608) 754-2307

May 15:
Tales for 2s program, May 15, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 10 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. For children between the ages of 2 and 3 and their caregivers. Twenty-five minutes of books, rhymes and action. (608) 758-6588

Antemeridians Book Discussion Group, May 15, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10:30 a.m. Book is “The Bookseller of Kabul” by Asne Seierstad. Anyone who has read this book is welcome to attend. (608) 882-2260

Immunization clinic, May 15, Faith Lutheran Church, 2116 Mineral Point Ave., Janesville. 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Cost for each vaccine is $5 for a person through age 18. (608) 757-5440 or (608) 364-2010

Motorcycle display, May 15, Walmart, 3800 Deerfield Drive, Janesville. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Twenty to 30 Honda Goldwings will be on display. (815) 389-2115

Wine tasting, May 15, Grapevine Wine Shop, 105 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Theme: Blind tasting. (608) 757-9463

Compassionate Friends meeting, May 15, HospiceCare Inc., 3001 W. Memorial Drive, Janesville. 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Informal meeting with the intent of establishing a local chapter of The Compassionate Friends, a nonprofit, self-help bereavement support group for families that have experienced the death of a child. (608) 755-1871

Exotic Fusion Belly Dance and Discover Yoga, May 15, Butterfly Life, 2841 N. Pontiac Drive, Janesville. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Space is limited, so call for reservations. (608) 743-1753

Rock Prairie Youth Orchestra concert, May 15, University of Wisconsin-Rock County’s Kirk Denmark Theatre, 2909 Kellogg Ave., Janesville. 7:30 p.m. Donations accepted. Refreshments from Mocha Moment available for purchase. (608) 758-6554

May 16:
Preschool Craft Time, May 16, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10 a.m. All materials provided. No registration necessary. (608) 882-2260

Tales for 3s program, May 16, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 10 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. For children between the ages of 3 and 4 and their caregivers. Twenty-five minutes of books, rhymes and action. (608) 758-6588

Teen Central Gaming Club: RuneScape, May 16, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. For those in sixth- through 12th grades. Limited to first 16 to register. (608) 758-6588

Wine tasting, May 16, The Grapevine Wine Shop, 105 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Theme: Blind tasting. (608) 757-9463 or www.thegrapevinewineshop.com

The Play’s the Thing, May 16, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 7 p.m. For all ages. Put on a play and create your own mask. For the whole family. No registration needed. (608) 758-6588

May 17:
Spring plant sale, May 17, Rotary Gardens Horticulture Center, 1455 Palmer Drive, Janesville. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring heirloom tomato plants, hot pepper plants and thousands of perennial divisions from the garden. Bagged compost also available. (608) 752-3885 or www.rotarygardens.org

16th Annual Stroll for Epilepsy, May 17, Palmer Park’s east pavilion, Janesville. 9 a.m. registration. Food and silent auction after the stroll. To obtain a sponsor sheet, contact the Epilepsy Foundation office. (608)755-1821 or efsw@choiceonemail.com

Teen Advisory Board Meeting, May 17, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. Noon to 1 p.m. For those in sixth- through 12th grades. Help plan teen programs at the library. Registration required; lunch is provided. (608) 758-6588

May 18:
Concertina jam, May 18, VFW Club, 1015 Center Ave. (U.S. Highway 51), Janesville. Noon to 5 p.m. Free old-time band performance. Donations accepted. (608) 754-5059

Sunday Knitting Club, May 18, Milton Public Library, 403 E. High St., Milton. 1 p.m. All levels of knitters welcome to share tips or just enjoy knitting together. (608) 868-7462

Janesville Area Singles new member brunch, May 18, Eagle Inn, 1809 Center Ave., Janesville. Reservations requested. Get acquainted with club members and meet new people. (608) 743-1293 or janesvillesinglesinc@yahoo.com

May 19:
Digital TV transition presentation, May 19, Hedberg Public Library, 316 S. Main St., Janesville. 1 p.m. Tim Vowell, director of government relations for Charter Communications, will present general information about the February 2009 digital television transition. No registration needed. (608) 758-6588

Circle of Weavers meeting, May 19, HospiceCare, 3001 W. Memorial Drive, Janesville. 6 p.m. Support group for women under age 55 who have lost a spouse. (608) 755-1871

Simple Stepping and Pilates on the Floor, May 19, Butterfly Life, 2841 N. Pontiac Drive, Janesville. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Space is limited, so call for reservations. (608) 743-1753

Triathlon training clinic, May 19, Palmer Park’s east pavilion, Janesville. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Biking clinic. Bring your bike for an evaluation and try out different types of bikes. Free class for adults. Sponsored by Leisure Services, S.W.A.T. and Mercy Health System. (608) 755-3030 or (608) 741-2426

May 20:
Preschool story hour, May 20, Milton Public Library, 403 E. High St., Milton. 10:30 a.m. Theme: What time is it? (608) 868-7462

Children’s Storytimes, May 20, Edgerton Public Library, 101 Albion St., Edgerton. 10:30 a.m. Theme: Puppy dogs. (608) 884-4511

Caliente Dance and Gentle Stretch, May 20, Butterfly Life, 2841 N. Pontiac Drive, Janesville. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Space is limited, so call for reservations. (608) 743-1753

Southern Wisconsin Wine Vintners meeting, May 20, 5911 N. Valley Drive, Milton. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Open to anyone interested in making homemade wines. Champ7ac@gmail.com

May 21:
Preschool Story Time, May 21, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10 a.m. Theme: Night sky. (608) 882-2260

Children’s story and craft times, May 21, Orfordville Public Library, 203 W. Beloit St., Orfordville. 1 p.m. Theme: Spiders. (608) 879-9229

Alzheimer’s support group meeting, May 21, Edgerton Hospital classroom, 313 Stoughton Road, Edgerton. 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. For caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other related illnesses. Free; no registration needed. (608) 868-4433

Mystery book club, May 21, Milton Public Library, 403 E. High St., Milton. 6:30 p.m. Discuss “Mallory’s Oracle” by Carol O’Connell with Milton mystery buff Ethel Himmel. (608) 868-7462

Sons of Norway social meeting, May 21, Norland Lodge, 418 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 6:30 p.m. The group will celebrate Syttende Mai, Norway’s Constitution Day. All are welcome. (608) 754-3751

May 22:
Exotic Fusion Belly Dance and Discover Yoga, May 22, Butterfly Life, 2841 N. Pontiac Drive, Janesville. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Space is limited, so call for reservations. (608) 743-1753

May 23:
Preschool Craft Time, May 23, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10 a.m. All materials provided. No registration necessary. (608) 882-2260

Wine tasting, May 23, The Grapevine Wine Shop, 105 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Theme: Wine for barbequing. (608) 757-9463 or www.thegrapevinewineshop.com

May 24:
Bagged compost sale, May 24, Rotary Gardens Horticulture Center, 1455 Palmer Drive, Janesville. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (608) 752-3885 or www.rotarygardens.org

Wine tasting, May 24, The Grapevine Wine Shop, 105 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Theme: Wine for barbequing. (608) 757-9463 or www.thegrapevinewineshop.com

Janesville Area Singles game nite, May 24, United Way, 205 N. Main St., Janesville. Potluck dinner followed by board games and cards. Bring a dish to pass. (608) 743-1293 or janesvillesinglesinc@yahoo.com

May 27:
Children’s Storytimes, May 27, Edgerton Public Library, 101 Albion St., Edgerton. 10:30 a.m. Theme: Let’s dance. (608) 884-4511

Preschool story hour, May 27, Milton Public Library, 403 E. High St., Milton. 10:30 a.m. Theme: Community helpers. (608) 868-7462

Survivors of suicide support group meeting, May 27, Rock County Job Center, 1900 Center Ave., Janesville. 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For those who have lost a loved one or someone close to them from suicide. (608) 752-6188

May 28:
Preschool Story Time, May 28, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10 a.m. Theme: Flowers. (608) 882-2260

Children’s story and craft times, May 28, Orfordville Public Library, 203 W. Beloit St., Orfordville. 1 p.m. Theme: Bees. (608) 879-9229

Janesville Shade Tree Advisory meeting, May 28, conference room of the Department of
Natural Resources Janesville Service Center, 2514 Morse St., Janesville. 4 p.m. Public encouraged to attend. (608) 754-2123

May 29:
Social night, May 29, The Grapevine Wine Shop, 105 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (608) 757-9463 or www.thegrapevinewineshop.com

May 30:
Preschool Craft Time, May 30, Eager Free Public Library, 39 W. Main St., Evansville. 10 a.m. All materials provided. No registration necessary. (608) 882-2260

Wine tasting, May 30, The Grapevine Wine Shop, 105 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Theme: Lighter Italian wines. (608) 757-9463 or www.thegrapevinewineshop.com

May 31:
Wine tasting, May 31, The Grapevine Wine Shop, 105 W. Milwaukee St., Janesville. 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Theme: Lighter Italian wines. (608) 757-9463 or www.thegrapevinewineshop.com