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09-14-2013

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30th Annual Oktoberfest

Recurring daily until September 14, 2013
514 E. Wilson St., Madison, WI 53703
Essen Haus German Restaurant
Thursday- 8:30pm; Friday- 8:30pm; Saturday- 12:00pm
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The Essen Haus is celebrating its 30th consecutive Oktoberfest, one of the longest running Oktoberfest events in Madison and all of Wisconsin. The occasion encompasses Wisconsin’s German heritage, traditional foods ... more >

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9th Mexican Independence Festival

September 14, 2013
2930 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704
From: 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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Join the Latino community and celebrate the anniversary of the Independence of Mexico! Enjoy with your family and friends this great experience: music, folk dances, Aztec dances, historic exhibit, ethnic food vendors, chi... more >

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Dane County Farmers' Market

Every Saturday until November 09, 2013
Capitol Square, Madison, WI
From: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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Photo credit: John Maniaci. The Dane County Farmers’ Market on the Square is a tradition in Madison, Wisconsin. You’ll find the season’s best bounty of vegetables, flowers, and specialty products ... more >

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Family Saturdays: Healthy Snacks on the Go

September 14, 2013
One N. Pinckney, Madison, WI 53703
DreamBank
From: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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Get the kiddos ready to power through their school day with creative back-to-school nutrition tips from UW Health Dietician Taiya Bach. She’ll share ways to create snacks and lunches that pack a healthy punch &ndash... more >

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Kathy Griffin

September 14, 2013
201 State St., Madison, WI 53703-2214
Overture Center for the Arts
Starting: 8:00 PM
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Two-time Emmy winner, NY Times bestselling author, five-time Grammy nominee, Broadway darling, and TV star Kathy Griffin is a multi-faceted performer with rapid fire wit. She has been making audiences laugh for years disc... more >

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Live in Concert: Mayer Hawthorne

September 14, 2013
201 State St., Madison, WI 53703-2214
Overture Center for the Arts
Starting: 8:00 PM
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Mayer Hawthorne has come a long way since his 2008 debut, and right now, he says, “Life is great.” He’s released two well-received full-length albums, had songs licensed for film and television, and tour... more >

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Madison Fall Gun Show

Recurring daily until September 14, 2013
5025 County Rd. V, DeForest, WI 53532
Comfort Inn & Suites - DeForest
Friday 3-8pm; Saturday 9am-6pm
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Madison area Fall Gun show. Gun drawings daily! with over 40 tables of guns and related items. Personal defense products, firearms, knives and more! Be sure to come out! All state, federal, and local laws with be stri... more >

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Men's O30/O40 7 v. 7 Soccer Tourney & Seafood Boil

September 14, 2013
8312 Forsythia Street, Middleton, WI 53562
From: 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
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Sign up your team for a competitive and fun soccer tournament followed by a scrumptious seafood boil at Keva! Join KEVA for this first time Men’s Over 30/40 soccer tournament, on September 14, that gives you an... more >

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Moon Over Monona Terrace

September 14, 2013
One John Nolen Dr., Madison, WI 53703
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
From: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM
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Young and old alike are invited to view celestial objects through a multitude of different telescopes provided by the Madison Astronomical Society (MAS). Activities include short kid-friendly presentations on the moon and... more >

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Run Back To The 80's Madison

September 14, 2013
1339 Vilas Park Dr., Madison, WI 53715
Start: 5:30pm
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Run, walk or flashdance your most excellent self through the 5K course collecting totally awesome goodies as you go. Plus, there's a rad party at the finish with '80s music and beverages! Get amped about this outrage... more >

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Shuttle for Thirsty Troll Brewfest

September 14, 2013
706 John Nolen Dr., Madison, WI 53713
Sheraton Madison Hotel
From: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
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Departing the Sheraton Hotel, 706 John Nolen Dr, Madison, WI 53713 (FREE Parking) Transportation: 14 passenger shuttle bus Get a safe ride to Mt. Horeb for the Thirsty Troll Brewfest!  more >

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Taste of Fitchburg

September 14, 2013
2930 Chapel Valley Rd, Fitchburg, WI
From: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
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The Taste of Fitchburg features an assortment of area restaurants for every appetite and beer by the Great Dane! Also featuring the band 50 Mission Crush, kids activities and a silent auction. All proceeds from the event ... more >

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Thirsty Troll Brew Fest

September 14, 2013
401 Blue Mounds Street (at Parkway), Mount Horeb, WI 53572
1-5pm
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The 11th Annual Thirsty Troll Brew Fest is coming soon! Be sure to get your tickets for September 14, 2013. This intimate beer sampling features 25 craft brewers serving over 100 different beers. Live Music by The Pool ... more >

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Trade Up to a Keurig® Brewer

September 14, 2013
1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713
Alliant Energy Center of Dane County
Starting: 10:00 AM
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Old drip coffee brewer got you down? Trade UP to a Keurig®! Starting Aug. 27, Keurig® is hosting “Trade Up to a Keurig Brewer” events in Madison, where participants can trade their used, drip coffee ma... more >

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Walk with a Doc

September 14, 2013
6021 Old Sauk Rd., Madison, WI
Starting: 9:00 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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WI Saddlebred Futurity Horse Show

Recurring daily until September 15, 2013
1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713
Alliant Energy Center of Dane County
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The American Saddlebred Futurity of Wisconsin is one of the largest Saddlebred Futurities in the country! Since 1987, Wisconsin Limited Breeder's Stake classes have paid out over $1,500,000 in pr... more >

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WiMP Strongman Competition

September 14, 2013
8312 Forsythia Street, Middleton, WI 53562
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The Wirld's Mightiest Programmer Competition™ is a programmer-themed strongman challenge. World's Mightiest Programmer Competition for computer guys and girls to show that they are strong in mind and body! &nbs... more >

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Wisconsin Food Festival Bike Tour

September 14, 2013
12 S. Carroll St., Madison, WI 53703
Fromagination
Starting: 8:00 AM
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Enjoy a scenic tour through the southeast corner of Wisconsin while fueled by Wisconsin foods! Saturday - Ride 65 miles from the Capitol Square Madison meeting at Fromagination and biking to Lake Lawn Resort in Delavan, ... more >

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All My Sons

September 14, 2013
5950 Golf Course Rd., Spring Green, WI 53588
American Players Theatre
Starting: 3:00 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 14, 2013
5950 Golf Course Rd., Spring Green, WI 53588
American Players Theatre
Starting: 3:00 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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Arboretum Ecological Restoration Work Party: Core Area and Curtis Prairie

Recurring monthly on the 2nd Saturday until December 14, 2013
1207 Seminole Hwy., Madison, WI 53711
UW-Madison Arboretum Visitor Center
From: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
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Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about our native ecosystems. Tools and training are provided, and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the front steps of the Visitor Center. Dress for outdoor... 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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Dueling Pianos

Every Friday, Saturday until September 28, 2013
116 W. Mifflin St. or 111 State Street, Madison, WI 53703
Starting: 8:00 PM
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Dueling Pianos non-stop entertainment! Join us nightly request songs and sing along! Perfect for your special occasion or for just a night you won't forget! Dueling Pianos Thurs-Sat nights, solo all requests shows Tues &a... more >

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Live Oom-pah Music at Essen Haus

Every Friday, Saturday until September 28, 2013
514 E. Wilson St., Madison, WI 53703
Essen Haus German Restaurant
From: 8:30 PM to 12:30 AM
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Dance the night away to live bands performing party favorites such as the hokey pokey, the chicken dance, and spirited German drinking songs at the Essen Haus! 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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