Day in the Park

media release: The 4PeteSake’s Day in the Park will be held at Spring Green’s North Park on Sunday, August 18! 

What began in 2005 as an impassioned effort to help a 20-year-old cancer survivor has become a summer tradition and a symbol of the River Valley’s commitment to helping neighbors in need. Eighteen years ago, Peter Greenwood, then of Spring Green, was that 20-year-old. Bone cancer had taken his leg and insurance wouldn’t pay for a next-generation prosthetic that would help him stay active. Friends of the Greenwoods held the first Day In The Park with a goal to raise $50,000. By day’s end, they had so far exceeded the goal that money was set aside for future people in need. And so 4PeteSake - and the Day in the Park - was born. 

Since 2005, 4PeteSake has raised over $1,000,000 and been able to provide assistance to over 100 River Valley individuals facing economic hardship. Their mission is to assist River Valley residents in times of need in a way that can substantially change their circumstances and impact their quality of life. Your participation in the Day in the Park is what allows for that change and impact. You bring quality to the lives of your neighbors.

The 5k run/ walk and a 15 or 30 mile bike ride starts at 9 a.m. Day-of registration begins at 8 a.m. The entrance fee for each event is $30 or $25 each for families of four or more. Questions about the run/walk can be directed to Ruth Stamness rstamness@gmail.com. For questions about the bike ride, contact Lisa Roelke at lroelke3@gmail.com. Finish by splashing down in the pool at a pool party from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. Showers at the pool will be available to anyone participating in the Run/Walk or Bike Rides.

Again this year is a pickleball tournament. This will be a double elimination tournament with three age divisions. A staggered start will begin at 9 a.m., however anyone participating in the run/walk or bike, will have a later start time. Fee to participate will be $25/person or $50/team, with all proceeds going to 4PeteSake. Contact Jamie Haas: 608-574-2461 or jamie.k.haas@gmail.com with questions.

From 11:00 to 7:00, the 4PeteSake stage will be rockin’, rollin’, strummin’ and grooving’ with some of the area’s finest bands.  Make sure to stick around for a swingin’ finale courtesy of the Solstice Jazz Band. 

2024 Band Schedule

11-12, Don Greenwood

12-1, Peatsmoke

1-2, Violet Palms

2-3, B.A.B.B.

3-4, Jambidextrous

4-5, Sugar Mama and the Rent Check

5-5:30, speeches

5:30-6:30, Solstice Jazz Band

The silent auction opens at 11:00 for viewing and offers nearly 200 unique items, donated by individuals, local businesses and artisans. Silent Auction closes at 4:30!

5 to 5:30 p.m. -Raffle Drawing and Speeches–raffle tickets available throughout the day for $5/each or 5 for $20. Raffle items will be: 

Grand Prize: ISLE Switch 2, 2-in-1 Inflatable Paddleboard($1,000 Value)

OTHER PRIZES INCLUDE: $500 Visa Gift Card, Donated by The Peoples Community Bank; (2) Separate $250 Gift Cards – Donated by Prem Meats; Solo Stove Bonfire ($300 Value); $300 Cash; $200 Cash; Pickleball Paddles

Come for lunch; stay for dinner. Food and beverages will be available from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Food will be served by the Spring Green Lions, with a menu that includes hamburgers, hot dogs, brats, black bean burgers, pork and chicken sandwiches, plus chips and popcorn. Beer will be on tap. Wine, soda and water will also be available. Brownie sundaes, featuring home-baked brownies, Culver’s custard, and, of course, all the whipped cream and sprinkles you want are also on the menu.

Children will stay busy at the Day in the Park with an obstacle course, craft activities, face painting, games and miniature horse cart rides. There will be one bouncy house with a slide, and one without! Children can have unlimited access to all the Kids’ Area has to offer with the purchase of a wristband. The Kid’s Area is open from 12 noon to 5 p.m. The photo booth is open from 12 noon to 5 p.m. featuring bundles of great outfits and accessories from the American Players Theatre (APT) costume shop.

The popular cakewalk returns once again. Pay $1 for a chance to play. Walk the Cakewalk until the music stops and if you land on the lucky number, you may choose a delicious cake or other delectable desserts.

Donations can be made to 4PeteSake at 4petesake.com and through the mail to P.O. Box 577, Spring Green, WI 53588. Checks should be made out to 4PeteSake. 

For more information, please go to www.4PeteSake.com. Thank you, and see you in the Park!