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Celebrate the Opening of the Woodman’s Center This September: Donor Gala, Community Events, Jets Game & More
From an exclusive donor gala to a community-wide ice bash, the Friends of the Woodman’s Center will be at the heart of the action this September. Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Janesville’s newest gathering place with events for donors, families, and the entire community.

Friends of the Woodman's Center
Aug 172 min read


Woodman’s Center’s Website is Live, Your Support Has Brought Us Here
The Woodman’s Center in Janesville is almost here. Explore the new website and get ready for the Sept. 2025 grand opening with Friends of Woodman’s Center.

Friends of the Woodman's Center
Aug 72 min read


Join the Friends at the Official Groundbreaking of Woodman's Sports and Convention Center!
On Feb. 20, you are invited to the Woodman's Sports and Convention Center groundbreaking ceremony at Uptown Janesville.

Friends of the Woodman's Center
Feb 16, 20242 min read


Embracing Progress: The Woodman's Center Project Stands Strong as City Council Awards Contractor Bid to JP Cullen
The Woodman's Center Project stands strong as the city council awards contractor bid to JP Cullen.

Friends of Woodman's Center
Jan 23, 20242 min read


Bidding Triumph: Woodman’s Center Moves Closer to Groundbreaking with Jan. 22 Council Bid Award
The Woodman’s Center receives bids under budget. On Jan. 22 City Council selects a contractor, a step towards groundbreaking in summer 2025.

Friends of Woodman's Center
Jan 16, 20244 min read


Friends of the Woodman's Center: 2023 Year in Review
Our 2023 year-in-review has arrived! Join the Friends in reflecting on a year of engagement and momentum toward the Woodman's Center project

Friends of Woodman's Center
Jan 1, 20245 min read


Take a Walk Inside the Woodman's Center
Take a virtual tour of the future Woodman's Sports & Convention Center. See what the project could look like and envision yourself here.

Friends of Woodman's Center
Sep 20, 20231 min read


Beyond Just a Building: Woodman's Center Continues to Take Shape
Discover the latest architectural renderings for Woodman's Sports & Convention Center.

Friends of Woodman's Center
Sep 1, 20234 min read


A Million Surprises, A Million Thank Yous: News from Friends of the Woodman's Center
A $1 million anonymous donation to the Friends of the Woodman's Center proves community commitment and a bright future for local youth.

Friends of Woodman's Center
Aug 15, 20232 min read


June Joy: Celebrating Milestones and Building Community at the Woodman's Center
June has rolled in, and we're buzzing with anticipation to share all the incredible updates that are shining upon our Janesville community.

Friends of Woodman's Center
Jun 17, 20233 min read


Week 2 of “You Ask, Friends Answer” Provides Additional Understanding of Woodman’s Center Project
This week, we'll address more community curiosities about the Woodman's Center Project.

Friends of Woodman's Center
May 10, 20232 min read


“You Ask, Friends Answer” - Your Guide to Understanding the Woodman's Center Project
The Friends of the Woodman's Center launch our new campaign to provide a comprehensive understanding of this innovative project.

Friends of Woodman's Center
May 2, 20232 min read


Forward Janesville Applauds Sen. Tammy Baldwin's $5M Funding Win for Woodman's Center Project
Forward Janesville Applauds Sen. Tammy Baldwin's $5M Funding Win for Woodman's Center Project

Friends Contributor
Feb 8, 20232 min read



Friends of Woodman's Center
Jan 17, 20230 min read


Project Funding Advancements and Support Update - Dec. 2022
Woodman's Market has made a secondary pledge of $1 million dollars in support of the proposed Janesville facility. The amount follows a...

Friends of Woodman's Center
Dec 30, 20221 min read
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