November 25 - December 1
Fall weather is coming back for a visit!  The weather is going to warm up, but look for lots of wet.  Build the snowmen while you can!

Now on to our events...

Willy Wonka
Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State Street
Sunday, November 27, 2005, 2:00pm
http://www.overturecenter.com/Performances/wonka.htm
Join Willy Wonka and his band of Oompa Loompas in this scrumptious world-premiere musical theatre treat. Based on Roald Dahl's beloved children's novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the show features live actors, puppets, and plenty of surprises!

Opportunities At Madison Public Libraries
multiple locations listed below
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/events_nov.html

Sculpey Snowman
Michael's Craft Stores - locations
Saturday, November 26, 2005, 10:00am - Noon
http://www.michaels.com/art/online/static?page=kids_events
Create a friendly snowman who will melt your heart. 10:00am-Noon $2

Pajamarama
Barnes & Noble Booksellers West Towne Mal 608-827-0809
Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall 608-241-4695
Wednesday, November 30, 2005 7:00 pm West, 7:30pm East
Put on your pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed animal, and enjoy a bedtime story.

Mid-Continent Railway Santa Express
E8948 Diamond Hill Road, North Freedom, WI
Saturday, November 26, 2005 - Sunday, November 27, 2005
http://www.midcontinent.org/
Santa will visit as you take in the spirit of Christmas past in vintage train cars. Advance tickets at www.midcontinent.org or at the door. $13 adult, $8 child (3-12). 10:00 a.m., 11:30, 1:00, 2:30 and 4:00 p.m. Mid-Continent Railway Museum, North Freedom. 608-522-4261/800-930-1385.

Verona Hometown Holiday Celebration
Central Park, Verona
Friday, December 2 and Saturday, December 3, 2005
http://www.veronawi.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=45&Itemid=1
On Friday December 2, join Santa, Mayor John Volker, WISC-TV’s Chief Weatherman Gary Cannalte, a contingent of elves and others to kick-off the holiday season with the lighting of Verona’s holiday tree at Central Park. Terri Kiss-Frank will also be at the ceremony, leading the crowd in singing songs of the season.

Santa will arrive at 6:00 p.m. on one of the Fitch-Rona Fire Department’s trucks with the siren cranked up to announce the arrival of the jolly old man.

The tree, along with all the street decorations, will be lit at approximately 6:25 p.m. to the cheers of the folks gathered to witness the event.

Everyone, led by Santa, will then walk over to the Senior Center for games, face painting and the chance to sit on Santa’s lap. The Fire Department will be serving their traditional Five-alarm Chili supper.

On Saturday December 3, have breakfast with Santa from 8:30 – 11:00 a.m. at the Independent Bank of Verona.

From 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., enjoy a trolley ride through and to businesses in Verona’s downtown. Along the way on the trolley, test your knowledge of Verona by answering fun and factual trivia questions about Verona supplied by Verona’s unofficial historian, Karl Curtis. Get on and off the trolley at key stops at key downtown locations.

Strolling carolers decorated trees, free gift-wrapping, music and dance performances and special offers at Verona businesses will be a great way to start the season! Contact the Verona Chamber of Commerce at (608) 845-5777.

Creative Movement Classes - TAPIT/new works 
1957 Winnebago Street - 244-3938
Four Week Program starting November 28
www.tapitnewworks.org
Donna Peckett teaches a four week creative dance class for 3-5 year olds at TAPIT/new works, 1957 Winnebago Street. Mondays: November 28; December 5, 12, 19; 11:00 - 11:30 AM, Fee: $16. To learn more about this 20 year-old performing arts organization, check out the Company website at www.tapitnewworks.org.

Cave of the Mounds - Recommended Event
20 miles west of Madison just off U.S. Highways 18 and 151 between Mount Horeb and Blue Mounds
Hours vary in December, Call for tour times (608) 437-3038 
Adults $12, ages 4-12 $6
http://www.caveofthemounds.com/tourinfo.htm
Escape the snow and cold by going underground! The Cave of the Mounds offers a 1 hour tour of their caverns in a balmy 50 degree environment.  Here are some pictures from our last couple of visits to the cave:

http://www.whatacoolfamily.com/photos/2005_06_jordan_web/
http://www.whatacoolfamily.com/photos/2004_09_cavern_web/index.htm

Ongoing Activites...

A Christmas Carol - CTM Madison Family Theatre
Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State Street
December 2 - December 18
$24 for adults, $16 for students, children 12 and under, and seniors. Thursdays are half price.
http://www.madisonfamilytheatre.org/shows/index.html
CTM Madison Family Theatre Company will premiere a splashy new production of A Christmas Carol for its Capitol Theater opening on December 2nd, 2005. Adapted from the classic novel by Lynn Ahrens, Mike Ockrent and Alan Menken, this version of A Christmas Carol was developed by Radio City Music Hall and played ten years exclusively at New York’s Madison Square Garden.

Home Depot Kids Workshops
Home Depot West 4550 Verona Rd
Home Depot East 2425 E Springs Dr
First Saturday of Each Month - 9:00 am
http://www.homedepot.com
Kids Workshops are free "How-To Clinics" designed for children ages 5-12. The workshops are offered on the first Saturday of each month between 9:00 a.m. and noon at all The Home Depot stores. Children accompanied by an adult construct projects from pre-fabricated kits. The kits are designed to be both educational and practical.  In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.

Holiday Fantasy in Lights
Olin Park
November 17 - January 2
Drive-through display with animated light sculptures, dusk to dawn, 11/17/05-1/2/06, Olin-Turville Park. Donations appreciated upon exit.

Kids in the Rotunda
Overture Center
Saturdays, October 29 - December 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm - FREE
http://www.overturecenter.com/rotunda.htm
Every Saturday during the school year from fall through spring, Overture Center offers free arts programs designed for children and families at 11 AM and 1 PM.  Our popular performing arts series for children and families, offers a relaxed environment in which to enjoy a diverse lineup of local and regional storytellers, musicians, juggler, theater troupes, magicians and dancers. The 1 PM performances are sign language interpreted.  Kids in the Rotunda takes place on the Rotunda Stage.

Entertainment this week: KG & The Ranger    Cowboy Songs/Yodeling/Rope Tricks

Toddler Play Group
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Avenue, Madison 204-6147
Every Monday 10 AM-noon.
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Playtime! The toddler group is designed to be a play group for the kiddos and a time for visiting for the parents.  Snacks and drinks available for purchase or BYO.

Tunes At Monona Terrace
Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall - FREE EVENT
Wednesday, November 30 - 5:30pm-7:00pm
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Do you miss the outdoor concerts that make Madison a fun place to be in the summer time?  Well no fear, the Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall is hosting a series of free community concerts.  Concessions and beverages will be on sale.  Here is their full schedule for the season:

November
30 Copper Box - Accordion Swamp Rock
Please bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation to this concert to donate to the Share Your Holidays to Eliminate Hunger Food Drive.

December
07 All That Jazz - 20 pc. Jazz Band
Please bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation to this concert to donate to the Share Your Holidays to Eliminate Hunger Food Drive.
14 Six of One - Jazz/Blues/Latin/Originals

Toddler Time - Tenney Nursery & Parent Center
1321 E. Mifflin St. [MAP] 608-255-2350 
Fridays 9:00AM - 11:30AM - $5.00/visit
http://www.tnpckids.com
Age 0-3 with an adult
First semester October 28 - December 23 (No class November 25)
Second semester January 13-May 26 (No class February 3 or March 17)

Here is a teacher directed class for parents and children to explore age appropriate materials, create an art project, sing songs and exercise in their multipurpose room.  Call of visit their website for more info.

Indoor Farmer's Market
Monona Terrace
Saturdays, through December 17 - 7:30am - noon - $3 parking
http://www.dcfm.org/
The Indoor Winter Farmers' Market is open every Saturday through December 17 at the Monona Terrace from 7:30 am to Noon.

You'll find plenty of fresh vegetables, cheese, meat, fruit, bread, pastries, plants, gifts, decorations, and more - everything you need for everyday or holiday activities.  You can expect about 40 vendors each week.  Live music will be provided on most Saturdays.

November 18 - November 24
Who turned off the heat?  The weather is officially cold, cold, cold!  Say goodbye to the fall events like pumpkin patches and hay rides.  Say hello to winter parkas, snowmen, and the search for great indoor opportunities for the kids!

Now on to our events...

Berbee Derby Run/Walk
5520 Research Park Dr Madison, WI 53711 [MAP]  
Thursday, November 24
http://www.berbeederby.com
This Thanksgiving Day, start a new tradition with the Berbee Derby 10k run and 5k run/walk.  Not only will your body thank you when it comes time to eat your hearty Thanksgiving meal, but your family will also raise funds for the Technology Education Foundation.

Note: Baby strollers are allowed in the 5K walk, but must start towards the back of the pack for safety.

UW Women's Volleyball
UW Field House
Friday, November 18, 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 19, 7:00 PM
http://www.uwbadgers.com
If you have not taken your kids to a UW Women's Volleyball game before, I would highly recommend it.  Try to sit on the front row of general admission (the ends of the court) so that the kids can jump around and dance during time outs.  This is a very family friendly venue.  Bring your camera to get pictures of your kids with Bucky Badger!  

Bedazzling Ornament
Michael's Craft Stores - locations
Saturday, November 19, 2005, 10:00am - Noon
http://www.michaels.com/art/online/static?page=kids_events
Make an easy beaded icicle to hang on your holiday tree. Kids may come and go during this event.  $2 per child - supplies included

Macaroni Soup - Tenney Nursery & Parent Center
Open Concert for Families
1321 E. Mifflin St. [MAP] 608-255-2350 
Saturday, November 19, 10:00 AM
http://www.macaronisoup.com/Events.htm
http://www.tnpckids.com
What Is Macaroni Soup!?

• Music and Movement activities kids can sing, dance and do!

• Education for Parents, Care-Givers, Teachers and Professionals who work with children

• Classes, Concerts, Workshops, In-Services, Family Nights, Musical Theater camp, Birthday parties, Festivals... and more!

So, what makes a Macaroni Soup! Concert so much fun?  It's the energy and enthusiasm Miss Carole and Alvin McGovern bring, combined with participatory music that gets EVERYONE wiggling and giggling, hopping and stomping, and singing along!

Creative Movement Classes - TAPIT/new works 
1957 Winnebago Street - 244-3938
Four Week Program starting November 28
www.tapitnewworks.org
Donna Peckett teaches a four week creative dance class for 3-5 year olds at TAPIT/new works, 1957 Winnebago Street. Mondays: November 28; December 5, 12, 19; 11:00 - 11:30 AM, Fee: $16. To learn more about this 20 year-old performing arts organization, check out the Company website at www.tapitnewworks.org.

Adventures in Chemistry
Meadowridge Branch - Madison Public Library 5740 Raymond Road 288-6160
Saturday, November 19 - 2:00 PM
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/events_nov.html
Come enjoy the magic of chemistry! Demonstrations by UW-Madison chemistry students will show how science is an exciting and everyday part of our lives. Learn about the chemical magic that is around us all the time. Sponsored by the Madison Rotary Club.

Music Together
Alicia Ashman Branch - Madison Public Library 733 N. High Point Rd.[MAP] 
Wednesday, November 23 9:30 AM and 10:15 AM
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/events_nov.html
Join instructor Jo Severt for Music Together, a creative, play-based music curriculum for infants & children ages birth to five years.  Registration required (608-824-1780).

Gobble Gobble Turkey Crafts
Alicia Ashman Branch - Madison Public Library 733 N. High Point Rd.[MAP] 
Monday, November 21 4:00 PM
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/events_nov.html
Stories & crafts with Wild Bird Center staff for kids in grades K-5.  Registration required (608-824-1780).

Sun Prairie Civic Theatre's "Winnie-the-Pooh"
Colonial Club, Sun Prairie, 301 Blankenheim Lane, Sun Prairie [MAP]
November 18 -- 7:30 PM
November 19 -- 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM
November 20 -- 1:00 & 3:00 PM
Ticket Prices $5 Adults, $4 Children
http://sunprairiecivictheater.org
Winnie-the-Pooh is Christopher Robin's little "bear of very little brain," who would like to drift peacefully through life, humming tunes and stooping frequently to eat "a Little something." He finds himself involved in all sorts of frantic adventures, assisted by such friends as dismal Eeyore, Piglet, and Rabbit. Pooh's intentions are always the best, but his passion for honey and condensed milk keeps getting him in trouble. A. A. Milne's wit and special understanding of young people make this on of the most successful plays available for children, yet loved by adults as well.

Call 837-8217 for reservations or more information.

Holiday Fantasy in Lights
Olin Park
November 17 - January 2
Drive-through display with animated light sculptures, dusk to dawn, 11/17/05-1/2/06, Olin-Turville Park. Donations appreciated upon exit.

Ongoing Activites...

Kids in the Rotunda
Overture Center
Saturdays, October 29 - December 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm - FREE
http://www.overturecenter.com/rotunda.htm
Every Saturday during the school year from fall through spring, Overture Center offers free arts programs designed for children and families at 11 AM and 1 PM.  Our popular performing arts series for children and families, offers a relaxed environment in which to enjoy a diverse lineup of local and regional storytellers, musicians, juggler, theater troupes, magicians and dancers. The 1 PM performances are sign language interpreted.  Kids in the Rotunda takes place on the Rotunda Stage.

Entertainment this week: PlayTime Productions    Musical Theater

Toddler Play Group
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Avenue, Madison 204-6147
Every Monday 10 AM-noon.
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Playtime! The toddler group is designed to be a play group for the kiddos and a time for visiting for the parents.  Snacks and drinks available for purchase or BYO.

Tunes At Monona Terrace
Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall - FREE EVENT
Wednesday, November 2 - 5:30pm-7:00pm
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Do you miss the outdoor concerts that make Madison a fun place to be in the summer time?  Well no fear, the Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall is hosting a series of free community concerts.  Concessions and beverages will be on sale.  Here is their full schedule for the season:

November
30 Copper Box - Accordion Swamp Rock
Please bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation to this concert to donate to the Share Your Holidays to Eliminate Hunger Food Drive.

December
07 All That Jazz - 20 pc. Jazz Band
Please bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation to this concert to donate to the Share Your Holidays to Eliminate Hunger Food Drive.
14 Six of One - Jazz/Blues/Latin/Originals

Toddler Time - Tenney Nursery & Parent Center
1321 E. Mifflin St. [MAP] 608-255-2350 
Fridays 9:00AM - 11:30AM - $5.00/visit
http://www.tnpckids.com
Age 0-3 with an adult
First semester October 28 - December 23 (No class November 25)
Second semester January 13-May 26 (No class February 3 or March 17)

Here is a teacher directed class for parents and children to explore age appropriate materials, create an art project, sing songs and exercise in their multipurpose room.  Call of visit their website for more info.

Indoor Farmer's Market
Monona Terrace
Saturdays, through December 17 - 7:30am - noon - $3 parking
http://www.dcfm.org/
The Indoor Winter Farmers' Market is open every Saturday through December 17 at the Monona Terrace from 7:30 am to Noon.

You'll find plenty of fresh vegetables, cheese, meat, fruit, bread, pastries, plants, gifts, decorations, and more - everything you need for everyday or holiday activities.  You can expect about 40 vendors each week.  Live music will be provided on most Saturdays.

November 11 - November 17

Astronaut Thanksgiving at UW Space Place
UW Space Place - 2300 S. Park St., Suite LL-100 - 608-262-4779  [MAP]
Saturday, November 12, 10:00 AM - FREE
http://www.spaceplace.wisc.edu/
Space Place family workshops are for children ages 6-10 and their parents, and are offered the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month. The workshops are free and open to the public. No registration is required for any of the workshops.

Toddler Time - Tenney Nursery & Parent Center
1321 E. Mifflin St. [MAP] 608-255-2350 
Fridays 9:00AM - 11:30AM - $5.00/visit
http://www.tnpckids.com
Age 0-3 with an adult
First semester October 28 - December 23 (No class November 25)
Second semester January 13-May 26 (No class February 3 or March 17)

Here is a teacher directed class for parents and children to explore age appropriate materials, create an art project, sing songs and exercise in their multipurpose room.  Call of visit their website for more info.

Meet the K-9 Unit
Alicia Ashman Branch - Madison Public Library 733 N. High Point Rd.[MAP] 
Saturday, November 12 9:30AM
Madison Police Department dogs & officers.  Registration required (608-824-1780).

Toddler Play Group
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Avenue, Madison 204-6147
Every Monday 10 AM-noon.
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Playtime! The toddler group is designed to be a play group for the kiddos and a time for visiting for the parents.  Snacks and drinks available for purchase or BYO.

Spanish for Kids
Lakeview Library 2845 N. Sherman Ave. 608-246-4547 [MAP]
Wednesday, November 16 1:00PM - FREE
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org
Ellie Rogers will teach colors, animals, days of the week using games, stories and songs.

Families can “talk turkey” this weekend at the Arboretum
UW Arboretum - 1207 Seminole Highway - 263-7888
Saturday, October 8 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
http://uwarboretum.org/news/singlePost.php?id=112&origin=news
Kids are encouraged to bring their ?significant elders? to the Arboretum Visitor Center on Saturday, November 12 at 1 p.m. for a 2-hour program called: “Gobble, Gobble . . . Wild Turkeys!” This free program is a great opportunity to become a wildlife scientist and explore the tracks, signs and behavior of these native birds—and discover why the Arboretum is such a fine habitat for wild turkeys. Budding scientists will get to examine a variety of turkey artifacts, including feathers, pictures and turkey-call devices.

Duck Soup Cinema
Overture Center
Saturday, November 12, November 2, vaudeville at 7:00PM film at 8:00PM
Cost $4 for adults, $3 for children 12 and under
http://www.overturecenter.com/ducksoup.htm
Duck Soup Cinema is Overture's silent film series.  Three times this season we will present a classic silent movie accompanied by live music played on the Grand Barton Organ, and preceded by vaudeville style entertainment on stage, magic in the lobby, and fabulous door prizes, all hosted by emcee Joe Thompson.  This season, we are featuring comedies, so come and laugh with the greats of the silver screen. All shows will take place in the newly remodeled Capitol Theater.  Tickets are $4 for adults, $3 for children 12 and under.  All seats are general admission.

Buster Keaton stars as Jimmie Shannon, a romantically jinxed young man who must marry by 7 pm to inherit seven million dollars. While fate seems to thwart his efforts to woo the object of his true affection, public announcement of his predicament provides him with a throng of would-be brides. In one of the most rousing and brilliantly choreographed sequences ever captured on film, Shannon flees the horde of women, while simultaneously dodging the hostile forces of nature that seem to be conspiring against him during his mad dash to the altar.

Vaudeville Acts:

• Sound Consensus 

• Mr. Tricks

• Sonora Strings

Tunes At Monona Terrace
Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall - FREE EVENT
Wednesday, November 2 - 5:30pm-7:00pm
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Do you miss the outdoor concerts that make Madison a fun place to be in the summer time?  Well no fear, the Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall is hosting a series of free community concerts.  Concessions and beverages will be on sale.  Here is their full schedule for the season:

November
16 Ladies Must Swing - Big Band Swing
30 Copper Box - Accordion Swamp Rock
Please bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation to this concert to donate to the Share Your Holidays to Eliminate Hunger Food Drive.

December
07 All That Jazz - 20 pc. Jazz Band
Please bring a non-perishable food item or cash donation to this concert to donate to the Share Your Holidays to Eliminate Hunger Food Drive.
14 Six of One - Jazz/Blues/Latin/Originals

Mark your calendar for...

Sun Prairie Civic Theatre's "Winnie-the-Pooh"
Colonial Club, Sun Prairie, 301 Blankenheim Lane, Sun Prairie [MAP]
November 18 -- 7:30 PM
November 19 -- 10:00 AM & 2:00 PM
November 20 -- 1:00 & 3:00 PM
Ticket Prices $5 Adults, $4 Children
http://sunprairiecivictheater.org
Winnie-the-Pooh is Christopher Robin's little "bear of very little brain," who would like to drift peacefully through life, humming tunes and stooping frequently to eat "a Little something." He finds himself involved in all sorts of frantic adventures, assisted by such friends as dismal Eeyore, Piglet, and Rabbit. Pooh's intentions are always the best, but his passion for honey and condensed milk keeps getting him in trouble. A. A. Milne's wit and special understanding of young people make this on of the most successful plays available for children, yet loved by adults as well.

Call 837-8217 for reservations or more information

Ongoing Activites...

Kids in the Rotunda
Overture Center
Saturdays, October 29 - December 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm - FREE
http://www.overturecenter.com/rotunda.htm
Every Saturday during the school year from fall through spring, Overture Center offers free arts programs designed for children and families at 11 AM and 1 PM.  Our popular performing arts series for children and families, offers a relaxed environment in which to enjoy a diverse lineup of local and regional storytellers, musicians, juggler, theater troupes, magicians and dancers. The 1 PM performances are sign language interpreted.  Kids in the Rotunda takes place on the Rotunda Stage.

Entertainment this week: Truly Remarkable Loon    Comedy Juggling

Treinen Farm Corn Maze
W 12420 Hwy 60, Lodi - map
Now until it gets really, really cold!
Adults $7, children 6-11 $5
http://www.treinenfarm.com/
This year's maze is in the cat and the fiddle, with friends the cow, the moon, the little dog and the very challenging dish and spoon labyrinth. Enjoy a unique experience-find your way through our 10-acre cornfield maze with over 3 miles of twists, turns and dead ends. Challenge yourself, your friends and family members to solve the maze and find all the clues in this mind-boggling living puzzle. There's a special prize for those persistent enough to find ALL the secret locations in the maze. In October, you can also take a horse drawn wagon ride through the beautiful Wisconsin countryside to the pumpkin patch.

Normal Hours through November 14
Saturday 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Eplegaarden Farm
2227 Fitchburg Road, Fitchburg, Wisconsin
(608)845-5966
Hours through October 31 - Mon. – Sat. 9 AM – 5 PM Sunday 11 AM – 5 PM
Live folk music Sundays 1:00pm-4:00pm
http://www.eplegaarden.com/happenings.html
What a fun place!  Enjoy the haunted tour.  Prices are a la carte, and can add up on you fast, but for us it was a great investment in a fun activity for the family.

Schuster's Farm
Schuster's Playtime Farm, 1326 Hwy 12 & 18, Deerfield
(608) 764-8488   email: playtime@chorus.net
Cost varies by activity (price list)
http://www.schustersplaytimefarm.com
Activities on the farm include hayrides, corn maze, barnyard activities, pumpkin picking and more.

Daytime hours:
Mon.-Thurs. 9:00am-7:00pm
Fri. & Sat. 9:00 am-9:30 pm
Sunday 10:00 am-6:00 pm

Kids Corner Classes - Olbrich Gardens
Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue Madison, Wisconsin
various days through November
http://www.olbrich.org/Education/Classes/Childrens_Classes/kids_corner_class_fall.htm
Olbrich offers hands-on plant workshops for children.  Each class includes a take-home component.  Children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attend at no charge.  Maximum of 4 children per adult.  Some activities are geared for the toddler age and some for the 5 and up crowd.  Check out the details online at the link above.

Harvest Topiaries
November 20 Sunday 10 - 11: 30 a.m.
Registration Deadline: November 13

Fall is a time to celebrate the harvest and reap the benefits of summer gardening. Join Olbrich Botanical Gardens for a class about harvest customs and traditions on Sunday, November 20 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Kids will make a beautiful centerpiece of garden bounty for their Thanksgiving table.

The workshop is designed for kids ages 6 and up. The workshop is $6 for Olbrich members and $8 for the general public. An adult must accompany children, and adults attend free. Maximum two children per adult. The registration deadline is November 13. For more information, call 608-246-4550. For membership information, call 608-246-4724. Olbrich Botanical Gardens is located in Madison, Wisconsin on the shore of Lake Monona at 3330 Atwood Avenue. Visit Olbrich's website at http://www.olbrich.org.