Events

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09-22-2013

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2013 American Family Children's Hospital Reddan Toe Bash

Recurring daily until September 22, 2013
6874 Cross Country Rd., Verona, WI 53593
Varies by date.
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Soccer under the Fall colors. 150 teams from throughout the Midwest come to compete in age groups ranging from 11-19. American Family Children's Hospital is the wonderful sponsor of this event. more >

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Make-A-Wish Walk & Run for Wishes

September 22, 2013
1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713
Alliant Energy Center of Dane County
Starting: 8:30 AM
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The Wisconsin chapter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation was founded in 1984 and more than 4,000 families statewide can attest to the power of a wish. The chapter's Field Office, located in Appleton, opened in 1996 to better... more >

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Make-A-Wish Walk & Run for Wishes 2013

September 22, 2013
1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713
Alliant Energy Center of Dane County
From: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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Walk & Run for Wishes is a 5K and 1 mile walk, run and wheelchair race benefiting Make-A-Wish® Wisconsin. The first annual Madison Walk & Run was held last year with 750 participants raising nearly $50,000. We... more >

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Nate Stampley, Broadway performer, Guest Artist Series

September 22, 2013
Mosse Humanities Bldg., Madison, WI 53706
UW-Madison School of Music
5:00 pm
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Broadway singer and 2008 School of Music alumnus Nate Stampley will return to Madison to perform a free concert of show tunes from recent productions. Stampley, who studied with voice professor Mimmi Fulmer, will star thi... more >

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Paul Rowe, baritone, Faculty Concert Series

September 22, 2013
Mosse Humanities Bldg., Madison, WI 53706
UW-Madison School of Music
2:00 pm
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Presenting Baroque cantatas for strings, voice and continuo and featuring works by J.S. Bach, J.P. Rameau, Heinrich Schuetz and G.F. Handel. more >

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Pinterest Party: DreamBoards

September 22, 2013
One N. Pinckney, Madison, WI 53703
DreamBank
From: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
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Daydreaming is playtime for your brain. As your mind wanders and gets lost in thought, you can better discover what matters most to you and what you dream to accomplish. Roll up your sleeves and transform these unique day... more >

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Walk with a Doc

September 22, 2013
7035 Littlemore Drive, Madison, WI
Starting: 10:00 AM
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Walk with a Doc is a free program for anyone interested in taking steps for their health by enjoying a refreshing, rejuvenating walk in the park. Each walk will be approximately 30-45 minutes. People of all ages and ... more >

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"Geeks Who Drink" Trivia

Every Sunday until September 29, 2013
107 State St., Madison, WI 53703
Capital Tap Haus
Starting: 8:00 PM
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Join us for trivia night at two exciting State St. bars, complete with prizes and drink specials. Buck & Badger: Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:30pm; Capital Tap Haus: Sundays 8pm. This night is a lot more entertaining ... more >

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All My Sons

September 22, 2013
5950 Golf Course Rd., Spring Green, WI 53588
American Players Theatre
Starting: 6:00 PM
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The Keller family struggles with a real-life willing suspension of disbelief in a community rocked by war, scandal, and one very specific combination of the two. These are not the kings and queens normally seen on our sta... more >

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Antony and Cleopatra

September 22, 2013
5950 Golf Course Rd., Spring Green, WI 53588
American Players Theatre
Starting: 6:00 PM
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Antony and Cleopatra is a love story with the power to shatter nations. But reality has a way of intruding on romance, and love is not the only force at work here. Shaky political alliances, ambition and war threaten the ... more >

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Boat Rental on Lake Mendota

Recurring daily until October 15, 2013
5381 Westport Rd., Madison, WI 53708
SkipperBud's
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Rent a Pontoon, Sport Boat or Kayak on beautiful Lake Mendota. Skipper Buds of Madison offers half and full day rentals 7 days a week out of our harbor. Call, email or simply stop in to reserve your rental today! more >

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Dickens in America

September 22, 2013
5950 Golf Course Rd., Spring Green, WI 53588
American Players Theatre
Starting: 1:00 PM
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This is Mr. Dickens’ farewell to America, and, failing health be damned, tonight he is a marvel of witty, thrilling colloquy. He slips seamlessly into characters of his own creation, amplifying classics the likes of... more >

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Guided Garden Strolls

Every Sunday until September 29, 2013
3330 Atwood Ave., Madison, WI 53704
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
1:30pm and 3:00pm
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Get an insider's view of Olbrich's outdoor gardens during a free guided garden stroll. All ages are welcome for this casual overview of the Gardens. Guided garden strolls will vary somewhat according to the season to re... more >

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Los Grandes del Arte Moderno Mexicano

Every Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday until June 01, 2014
227 State St., Madison, WI 53703
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
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Los Grandes del Arte Moderno Mexicano (Masters of Mexican Modern Art) showcases the artists who, more than any others, defined Mexican Modernism in the 1920s and 1930s: Manuel Alvarez Bravo, Frida Kahlo, Leopoldo Mé... more >

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Once Upon A Mattress

Every Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday until October 27, 2013
1131 Janesville Ave., Ft. Atkinson, WI 53538
Fireside Dinner Theatre
Wed, Thurs, Sat, Sun matinees; Thurs, Sat evenings; Sunday midday
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You may think you know this time honored tale of The Princess and the Pea but we’ll tell you the real story in one of Broadway’s happiest shows. Delightful music, period costumes, charming romance and rib-tick... more >

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Sightseeing Tours of Madison

Recurring daily until October 01, 2013
1 E. Main, Madison, WI 53703
9:30-11:30 weekdays, 1:30-3:30 weekends
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Take a 30-mile, two-hour tour of beautiful Madison WI in a comfortable minivan. See what makes Madison such a gorgeous place. In addition to driving around the downtown and Capitol Square, you will see Madison's 3 beau... more >

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Walking Food Tours Madison Food Explorers

Recurring daily until November 23, 2013
, Madison, WI 53704
Most tours start at 12:30pm
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Take a city food tour and experience Madison one tasty bite at a time! Join us on a walking culinary tour of Madison’s savory neighborhoods. Discover hidden Madison restaurants. Taste local, fresh, Madison food and... more >

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09-23-2013

Boat Rental on Lake Mendota

Recurring daily until October 15, 2013
5381 Westport Rd., Madison, WI 53708
SkipperBud's
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Rent a Pontoon, Sport Boat or Kayak on beautiful Lake Mendota. Skipper Buds of Madison offers half and full day rentals 7 days a week out of our harbor. Call, email or simply stop in to reserve your rental today! more >

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Daily 25-mile Sightseeing Tours of Isthmus

Recurring every week day starting August 26, 2013
1 East Main St., Madison, WI 53703
9:30 Weekdays, 1:30 weekends, or by app't
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Daily, Highlights Tours of Madison, 2-Hour, 25 mile drive tours encompassing the whole of the Isthmus. We drive by all 3 lakes, features the Square, the best photo stops, Maple Bluff, Mansion Hill, the University, Frank L... more >

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Sightseeing Tours of Madison

Recurring daily until October 01, 2013
1 E. Main, Madison, WI 53703
9:30-11:30 weekdays, 1:30-3:30 weekends
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Take a 30-mile, two-hour tour of beautiful Madison WI in a comfortable minivan. See what makes Madison such a gorgeous place. In addition to driving around the downtown and Capitol Square, you will see Madison's 3 beau... more >

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Walking Food Tours Madison Food Explorers

Recurring daily until November 23, 2013
, Madison, WI 53704
Most tours start at 12:30pm
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Take a city food tour and experience Madison one tasty bite at a time! Join us on a walking culinary tour of Madison’s savory neighborhoods. Discover hidden Madison restaurants. Taste local, fresh, Madison food and... more >

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Youth Open Play at Keva Sports Center

Every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday until April 28, 2014
8312 Forsythia St., Middleton, WI 53562
Keva Sports Center
From: 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM
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Open activities and inflatable bounce castle for youth.  Parent supervision required.  Fee of $5 for one child, $7 for 2, $9 for 3 or more.  $3 additional charge for bounce castle.   more >

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09-24-2013

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Cambridge Farmers Market

Every Tuesday until September 24, 2013
100 East Main Street, Cambridge, WI 53523
From: 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM
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Cambridge has a vibrant and bustling Farmers Market, which takes place every Tuesday from 2pm to 6:30 pm in Veteran’s Park from May through September. Pick up your fresh produce, aromatic soaps, honey, gorgeous flow... more >

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Festival of Food: Festival Premiere

September 24, 2013
149 Waubesa St., Madison, WI 53704
6:00PM-9:00PM
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Kick off the Festival with a sustainable and interactive tasting event at the dynamic Goodman Community Center. This event will feature chef demonstrations, local and sustainable food and beverage sampling and live musi... more >

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Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel: The Glory of Beethoven

September 24, 2013
455 N. Park St, Madison, WI 53706
Starting: 7:30 PM
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Jeffrey Siegel will be taking a page out of Beethoven's book, performing classical compositions such as the lovely "Teresa Sonata" and the exciting "Piano Sonata, Opus 111." Who was this Teresa? How di... more >

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