Fireside Theatre, Fort Atkinson
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Registration deadline is Thursday, May 29
It is 1979, the day of the church’s Centennial Celebration, and past parishioners have gathered to share hotdishes, bars, and stories from the last 100 years. As the women work in the kitchen, shared memories burst into life through a series of flashbacks. Travel back to 1897 and meet Vivian’s grandmother; see Karin as a newlywed cautiously navigating the politics of the kitchen; and be there in 1944 when Mavis first barreled her way through the door. The Centennial Celebration is bittersweet. Times are tough in this small farm community, and hard decisions will have to be made.
The meal includes Asian Salad, freshly baked breads, choice of entree, Lemon Chess Pie for dessert, and coffee/tea/milk. Entree choices include:
- Braised Pork Belly: Succulent Duroc Pork Bely scored and seared to perfection Braised slowly in Soy Sauce, Brown Sugar, and its natural juices until tender. Sliced and served with a Pan Sauce. Served with Fried Rice with Peas, Onion, and Egg and Honey Glazed Carrots.
- Supreme Cut Chicken Breast: Seasoned with Lemon Pepper and Seared. Served with Fried Rice with Peas, onion, and Egg and Honey Glazed Carrots.
- Thai Grilled Shrimp: Fresh Shrimp, Onions, Bell Peppers, and Pineapple placed on bamboo skewers and marinated in Lemongrass, Sweet Chilis, and Garlic. Charred on the grill and served with Apricot Lemongrass Chutney. Served with Fried Rice with Peas, Onion, and Egg.
- Vegetarian Option: Hearty Vegetarian Cacciatore
PLATO is partnering with the Verona Senior Center and UW Retirement Association on this travel opportunity. Pick-up locations are different from PLATO's usual trips. You will be required to fill out the Verona Senior Center New Member Form (no charge) and Verona Senior Center Liability Agreement. You can fill out these forms in advance or on the day of the trip.
Schedule (Return times are approximate)
8:30 a.m. - Depart Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli Street, Verona
9:00 a.m. - Pick-up (East side) Dutch Mill Park and Ride (East Lot)
5:00 p.m. - Return Dutch Mill Park & Ride
5:30 p.m. - Return Verona Senior Center
Departure Locations
Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli Street, Verona
East side (Dutch Mill Park and Ride (East Lot)
Map below for those boarding the bus on east side Dutch Mill Park & Ride. Please park in the "east" lot as indicated by the arrow.
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Cost: $125 per person and includes bus transportation, driver tip, admission fees, meal, taxes, and gratuities.
Seating is limited, so register today! Registrations must be received no later than noon on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Mail-In Registration Form: Print, Fill-in and Mail-in form for those who wish to register off-line and by check.
Refund Policy: PLATO refunds an event fee if cancelled prior to the registration deadline. Refunds after the registration deadline are only processed if a wait-listed registrant can attend. Refunds made by check.
PLATO Membership: PLATO membership is $60.00/year and all memberships renew on July 1.
For further information, contact trip organizer, Bob Shaw, robert.e.shaw@gmail.com, 608-255-3486
