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Celebrating Swiss Independence in New Glarus

NEW GLARUS, Wis.-- The New Glarus “Volksfest” brought together hundreds of people to celebrate Swiss Independence Day at Wilhelm Tell Shooting Ground on Sunday. Swiss Independence Day is August 1, and ...

The 5 Most Romantic Weekend Activities In New Glarus, Wisconsin's 'Little Switzerland,' According To Reviews

A little town in Wisconsin has all the allure of a Swiss getaway, with wine and cheese tastings and other activities that ...
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'We've kept Switzerland alive here': Polkafest marks 30th anniversary in New Glarus

NEW GLARUS (WKOW) -- The art of polka dancing was on full display in New Glarus this weekend as first time and experienced dancers showed off their moves at Polkafest. John Heller, Treasurer for the ...
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'This is something a little bit different, a little weird, a little unique': A Swiss New Year's tradition comes back to New Glarus

NEW GLARUS (WKOW) -- A Swiss New Year's tradition took to the street of New Glarus Saturday. Silvesterchlausen was created in eastern Switzerland to ward off bad spirits and welcome an early spring.
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Silvesterchlausen celebration showcases New Glarus’ Swiss heritage

NEW GLARUS, Wis. — New Glarus’ Swiss heritage was on full display Saturday afternoon as the community celebrated an ancient New Year’s celebration called Silvesterchlausen. The celebration saw ...