WHY?
People often ask why we host these events? The answer? It is the people. It’s the stories like the ones below that make it all worth it. This is why we love the jigsaw puzzle community. Most participants come for the challenge and the experience. Some come to win, others for the bragging rights—but everyone walks away with laughs, memories, and quality time with friends and family.
Like the two couples who split into “Team Wives” vs. “Team Husbands” for a puzzle showdown. The real puzzle? Who had the sharper smack talk.
Or the two sisters with more than seven decades of puzzling between them—gifted entry by a family member—who laughed, sang, and proudly finished ahead of plenty of teams.
We see teams that road-trip from Illinois and Iowa to participate (now that’s commitment), looking for a fun, well-run event walked away declaring they’d found their new favorite puzzle event company.
We see great examples of team spirit in creative team shirts—one team was thrilled to have scored custom shirts from an Amazon deal.
One team of newly acquainted friends decided puzzling was the perfect way to start their story—and it absolutely was.
Whether you're in it to win or just to enjoy the ride, it’s the joy, camaraderie, and community that keep us coming back. That’s the real picture we’re piecing together.
WHO ARE WE?
After an inspiring 33-year career in the Recreation Profession, Cristine Reid retired in 2024 but wasn't quite ready to step away from creating joy and connection. Thus, The Puzzle Event Company was born, designed to bring fun and engaging puzzle events to the community, especially during the chilly Wisconsin winters.
With a deep-seated passion for puzzles, Cristine along with her talented staff, craft unique experiences that cater to puzzle enthusiasts of all levels. The journey began in the wake of the pandemic, when a surge of interest in puzzles emerged as people sought creative ways to unwind and connect with others at home. Motivated by this newfound enthusiasm, she set out to foster a sense of community through the joy of puzzling.
The mission is to promote creativity and camaraderie through interactive events that celebrate the art of puzzling. Whether it’s friendly competitions or collaborative challenges, each gathering is thoughtfully designed to ensure an unforgettable experience filled with laughter and connection.
Julie, Dawn, Cristine, KeAnna, Kimberly, Amy and Doug.