The entire community is invited to come together for a “Community Celebration” on Friday, Oct. 18, ahead of the New Glarus Homecoming football game. The gathering will take place from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. on 1st Street, in front of Dirty Dog Taphaus and the New Glarus Hotel.

Zenda Klassy's $2,500 raffle winnings from the 2024 World Euchre Championship funded a picnic table and bench for the new inclusive playground at Candy Cane Park. Though she passed before its completion, her generous gift, along with a donation from her husband, will benefit the community for years to come.

We’re excited to welcome Kayla Ingwell-Zimmerman to the New Glarus Cares Board! With over a decade of experience as the District School Nurse and a lifetime of community involvement, Kayla brings unmatched passion for serving New Glarus, especially its youth. Read more about her journey on our blog!

Dan Ziegler, a longtime New Glarus educator and community volunteer, joins the New Glarus Cares Board. With decades of service, including emceeing the World Euchre Championship, Dan brings his passion and experience to help strengthen our community.

Over 60 community members gathered at Candy Cane Park for the ribbon cutting of New Glarus's new inclusive playground. The $250,000 playground is designed to be accessible for children of all abilities, providing a welcoming space for the community.

Exciting news for New Glarus! UW-Madison and state representatives toured our new inclusive playground at Candy Cane Park. Learn how this project is creating a space for children of all abilities and bringing our community together. Don’t miss the ribbon cutting this Thursday! Read more here.

Meet the new face of New Glarus Cares! Our updated logo, featuring a playful penguin with a bold blue background, was designed by New Glarus native Kristie Derendinger. Her in-kind donation shows how anyone can make a difference from anywhere. Discover more about her contribution and how you can help!

Join us on September 19th at 5:30 PM for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Candy Cane Park, celebrating the opening of New Glarus' first inclusive playground! Stay for the community potluck—bring a dish to share and your own blanket or chair. New Glarus Cares will be serving chili!

Work continues on the new inclusive playground at Candy Cane Park and residents are being asked to avoid using the equipment until final construction is complete. Also, a ribbon cutting ceremony and potluck dinner is planned for the community to celebrate the new playground.

On a hot Saturday morning, over 50 volunteers came together to begin building a new inclusive playground at Candy Cane Park. Despite the heat, their community spirit shone through, creating a space that children of all ages and abilities will soon enjoy.

Grace Church has generously donated $2,000 to support the development of the new inclusive playground at Candy Cane Park, a significant step toward making the playground a reality.

New Glarus is excited about building a new playground at Candy Cane Park. Equipment is ordered, and site prep is underway. Starting August 24, volunteers will help with installation in a "community build," organized by the Village and New Glarus Cares. President Shelly Johnson urges community support, emphasizing that various contributions are needed.

New Glarus Cares is nearing its $54,326 goal for a new inclusive playground at Candy Cane Park. A $20,000 donation from Only in Wisconsin Giving, the philanthropic branch of New Glarus Brewing Company, has significantly advanced the fundraising effort.

The Bank of New Glarus, led by President Ron Schaaf, has donated $5,000 to New Glarus Cares' inclusive playground project at Candy Cane Park. This donation brings the organization close to their fundraising goal for the playground and ADA-accessible parking, marking a significant step towards creating an accessible play space for all children.

New Glarus Cares' annual World Euchre Championship, held last month, was a major success, drawing participants from afar and raising funds for an ADA-accessible playground at Candy Cane Park. The goal is to order the playground equipment soon and have it installed by the end of the year.

New Glarus hosted a busy weekend with over 400 contestants at the 2024 World Euchre Championship, organized by New Glarus Cares. Sponsored by Bicycle Cards, Jack Link's, New Glarus Brewing, Decatur Dairy, and New Glarus Fest Haus, the event saw Yamuna Reddi win singles and Team Wolf win doubles.

New Glarus is preparing for the World Euchre Championship, May 17-19, at the New Glarus Fest Haus. With over 500 attendees, the event is a major fundraiser for New Glarus Cares, supporting a new inclusive playground at Candy Cane Park. Todd Klassy highlights its community impact.

New Glarus is excited for the World Euchre Championship, May 17-19, at the Fest Haus, with over 500 participants. Todd Klassy of New Glarus Cares notes it's not just about cards but community impact, as funds will support a new inclusive playground at Candy Cane Park.

On April 13th, over 20 New Glarus organizations gathered at Village Hall to boost volunteerism. Facilitated by Mary Funseth and hosted by New Glarus Cares, the meeting included non-profits, service groups, and local government. They discussed strategies to overcome barriers and promote community engagement.

New Glarus celebrated Earth Day with a community garbage pick-up organized by New Glarus Cares. Despite chilly weather, over 20 volunteers cleaned up Veteran’s Park, Valle Tell Park, Village Park, Candy Cane Park, and various roads, including Highway 69 and Railroad Street.