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Cambridge Country Christmas

Recurring daily until December 08, 2013
, Cambridge, WI 53523
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Experience the original country Christmas in the Victorian village of Cambridge. Fabulous shopping in Victorian storefronts, enjoy free horse-drawn hayrides , visits and photos with Santa, Elf Shelf Kids Activities and Sh... more >

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Christmas in the Grove

Recurring daily until December 08, 2013
, Cottage Grove, WI
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Christmas in the Grove is an annual holiday event that kicks off with a parade, fire truck lights display, and tree lighting ceremony. There is also lots of family fun, including: Pancake Breakfast, Cookies with Santa, an... more >

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Madison Santa Swimsuit Run

December 07, 2013
115 S King Street, Madison, WI 53703
From: 10:00 AM to 3:45 PM
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500 fools in Santa hats and swimsuits, jogging around the Capitol Square, doing jumping jacks and singing Christmas Carols, all the while, freezing their butts off to raise money for charity. more >

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Madison Symphony Orchestra--A Madison Symphony Christmas

Recurring daily until December 08, 2013
201 State St., Madison, WI 53703-2214
Overture Center for the Arts
7:30 p.m. (6th), 8:00 p.m. (7th), 2:30 p.m. (8th)
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John DeMain and the Symphony don their Santa hats for the 20th anniversary of this signature Christmas celebration. This concert is filled with traditions, from caroling in the lobby with the Madison Symphony Chorus (be s... more >

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UW All University String Orchestra

December 07, 2013
Mosse Humanities Bldg., Madison, WI 53706
UW-Madison School of Music
4:00 pm
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The All-University String Orchestras provide an opportunity for non-music majors to maintain and improve their musical skills and performs a wide range of levels and styles. All-University Strings are conducted by Janet ... more >

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UW Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble

December 07, 2013
Mosse Humanities Bldg., Madison, WI 53706
UW-Madison School of Music
8:00 pm
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The UW Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble, under the direction of John Stevens, Professor of Tuba and Euphonium, has been an important element of the UW low brass program for more than two decades. Made up of undergraduate and gradu... more >

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UW World Percussion Ensemble

December 07, 2013
Mosse Humanities Bldg., Madison, WI 53706
UW-Madison School of Music
12:00 pm
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The World Percussion Ensemble is a chamber group dedicated to the performance of significant percussive styles from around the globe. Percussion traditions from various cultures, including Cuba, Brazil, India, West Africa... more >

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Verona Hometown Holiday Celebration

Recurring daily until December 07, 2013
, Verona, WI
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Verona's 41-year-old festival will be held June 6-9, 2013! There will be fireworks on Thursday night, band performances, a softball tournament, car show, kid fun run and a parade on Sunday. Come and enjoy yourself at one... more >

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A Fireside Christmas

Every Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday until December 22, 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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Each year The Fireside’s Christmas show has become, without question, the most popular and sought-after show of the season. It’s always gorgeous; always entertaining; and always filled with inspiration and lov... more >

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An Evening with Poe

Recurring daily until December 08, 2013
821 University Ave, Madison, WI 53706
7:30 pm (2:00 Sunday matinee)
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In this sultry drama, Tennessee Williams explores the passion and pain of southern star-cross’d love. The drama explores the love story of Alma, a prim, idealistic preacher’s daughter, and John, a handsome, wo... more >

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Arboretum Ecological Restoration Work Party: Wingra Oak Savanna

Recurring monthly on the 1st Saturday until December 07, 2013
Gravel parking lot along Arbor Drive, Madison, WI 53711
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 gravel parking lot along Arbor Drive just off Monroe Str... more >

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Coat and Blanket Collection Drive

Recurring daily until December 21, 2013
1650 Deming Way, Middleton, WI 53562
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Drop off new or gently used coats and blankets at participating Greenway Station stores and restaurants. more >

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Dane County Farmers' Market (Early Winter)

Every Saturday until December 21, 2013
One John Nolen Dr., Madison, WI 53703
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
From: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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The Dane County Farmers' Market is a Saturday tradition in Madison. During the early winter season, the market moves indoors to Monona Terrace. Come see what is in season! more >

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Dane County Winter Farmers' Market

Every Saturday until December 21, 2013
1 John Nolen Dr, Madison, WI 53703
From: 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM
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The Dane County Winter Farmers' Market will once again call Monona Terrace its home during the months of November and December. Come inside and enjoy this great Madison tradition. The Farmers' Market offers a wonderful a... 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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Olbrich's Holiday Express: Flower and Model Train Show

Recurring daily until December 31, 2013
3330 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704
10am-4pm
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Members of the Wisconsin Garden Railway Society come from all over the state to show off their large-scale model trains during Olbrich's Holiday Express. You'll see different trains, depending on the day. This year, train... more >

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Stoughton Victorian Holiday Weekend

Recurring daily until December 08, 2013
, Stoughton, WI 53589
Varied
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Downtown Stoughton takes a step back in time to celebrate the holidays the old-fashioned way!  A weekend full of family-friendly activities, entertainment and shopping is in store for this annual Victorian Holiday We... more >

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