An extra thanks to
April Swe who helps make this weekly update a possibility each
week.
August
18 - August 25
The weather--
In the 70s and lower 80s all week with lots of rain.
Anyone starting to feel like the summer is starting to slip away?
UW Women's Volleyball
UW Field House
Saturday,
August 19, 7:00pm - Preseason
Alumnae Match
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. Bring your camera to get pictures of your kids with
Bucky Badger! Note that this is a pre-season game, so things
may be a bit different.
Terrace Blues Fest - UW Union
Terrace
UW Union Terrace
Friday, August 17, 5:00pm
Saturday, August 18, 3:00pm
http://www.union.wisc.edu/events
Live Blues music along the
UW Union Terrace. If the weather holds, this could be a fun
afternoon/evening stroll with the kids.
Dane Dances
Rooftop - Monona Terrace
Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Fridays in August, 5:30-9:30PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Dane Dances is a community event created to help breakdown racial
barriers and bring people of diverse backgrounds together for a
night of FREE entertainment and dancing. There will be ethnic food
and cocktails available for purchase beginning at 5PM.
We went two weeks ago and really
enjoyed it. Food is a bit over-priced for large families,
but the music was great and the terrace rooftop is an excellent
backdrop. The kids loved the dancing.
AUGUST
*18 DJ Trini, MAMA
DIGDOWN'S BRASS BAND (New Orleans Style Jazz), DJ Vicente, IN
BLACK N' WHITE (Reggae, Rock, Soul, Jazz)
*25 DJ El Niche, EDDIE
BUTTS BAND (Jazz, Pop, R&B), DJ Lauri, DAVID HECHT &
PRIMITIVE CULTURE (Reggae, Funk, World Beat, R&B)
*In the case of inclement weather,
this concert will be cancelled. Please call (608) 261-4042 after
1PM for concert location or cancellation information.
Greenway
Station - Jazz Music
Free Sounds of Summer Series
at Greenway Station
Greenway Boulevard (off West Beltline) 824-9111
Middleton [MAP]
Saturday, August 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
http://www.greenwayshopping.com/promotions.asp
Find yourself enjoying the Sounds of Summer at Greenway Station
with FREE live performances by top area musicians. Bring a chair
or blanket and kick back and relax while music fills the air.
Concerts take place across from our signature water fountain
near Cold Stone Creamery.
August
19 Gerri DiMaggio sultry jazz vocals
26 Michael Massey piano driven pop
Sun Prairie United Arts
Coalition's "The Jungle Book"
Sun Prairie United
Methodist Church 702 North St. 608-837-5554 Sun Prairie
Cost - $2 or non-perishable food donation. RSVP: 837-5554 ext.
15
August 18 - August 20 Show Times: 8/18 7:00pm, 8/19 2:00pm
& 7:00pm, 8/20 2:00pm
http://www.madstage.com/Companies/sunprairieuac.html
The jungle is jumpin' with jazz in this exciting Disney
classic! Join Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and the gang as they
swing their way through madcap adventures and thwart the
ferocious tiger, Shere Khan. Specially adapted from the
beloved film, this musical includes all your favorite Disney
tunes, like "The Bare Necessities," and "I
Wanna Be Like You." With colorful characters and that
toe-tapping jungle rhythm, The Jungle Book KIDS is sure to be
a crowd-pleaser for audiences of all ages.
Produced by Sun Prairie United
Arts Coalition at Sun Prairie United Methodist Church
Young
Shakespeare Players' "King Lear"
1806 West Lawn Ave. 258-0015 [MAP]
- FREE
August 15 - August 27 - Performances at 6 p.m. Two matinees on
8/26 at 11 am and 8/27 at 1 pm
http://www.ysp.org
King Lear has been called "the Everest of Shakespeare's
achievement." The play is two parallel stories: the old
king who gave his kingdom away to his cruel elder daughters and
the Earl of Gloucester who trusted his villainous younger son.
It is a play that questions the very heart of who and what
humanity is and what our connection is to the heavens, to the
natural world, and to one another. The memorable characters
include selfless heroes, hideous villains, and a Fool who
teaches his king.
Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
Friday, August 18th The Swing Crew 6:00pm-9:00pm
http://www.capital-brewery.com/events/music.html
Don't forget to pack your
picnic, picnic blanket, toys (think large plastic cars), bug
spray, and camera. If you haven't been, there are always at
least 30 kids running around and the whole place is fenced in
(except for a small passageway just to the right of the stage--
keep your eye on it). It is one of the easiest family venues
for live music.
This week's entertainment is the Swing Crew. We have
seen their act at Capital Brewery the past three years and they are
great fun! The first half of their act is very clean and
family oriented. The second half of their act gets a bit
more risqué. They hand out maracas made out of recycled
water bottles filled with popcorn kernels and bumper
stickers. A couple years ago I even got to play the washboard on
stage for a song. Check it out at http://www.whatacoolfamily.com/photos/2004_09_capbrew_web/index.htm.
Triangle Ethnic Fest
Sunday, August 20, 11:00 am-6:00 pm
in the neighborhood bordered by South Park & Regent streets
and W. Washington
http://www.bayviewfoundation.org/programsandservices/ethnicfest.html
Directions: If going south on Park St,
after crossing Regent St, turn left at the first traffic light (Meriter
Hospital will be on the opposite side of Park St.). Enter Braxton
Place (at stoplight near skywalk, between Regent St. and W.
Washington Ave.). If going north on Park St, after going past W.
Washington Ave, turn right at the first traffic light. This is the
only entrance.
I don't know much about this event,
but it sounds like a pretty amazing multicultural experience!
- 11:30 Folklore Village
International Dancers
- 11:50 Hmong Keng Players
- 12:10 Hmong Sunshine Dance
Troupe
- 12:30 Sadira & the Riad
Dance Company
- 12:50 Atimevu Drum & Dance
- 1:10 Natyarpana Indian School of
Dance
- 1:30 Greenbush Argentine Tango
- 1:50 Wilber Thomas Scholarships
Program
- 2:10 Brisas del Peru:
- 2:30 Estudiantina Panamericana:
- 2:50 Ballet Folklorico Mexico
- 3:10 Cool Front with Jon French
- 3:50 Greenbush Italian Dancers
- 4:20 Sergei Belkin,
International Accordionist
- 4:40 Dando Mambo Dance Company
- 5:00 Greenbush Hebrew Ensemble
- 5:20 Mesoghios Greek Dance
Troupe
FOOD VENDORS:
- Triangle Community Ministry: Ice
cream and brownies (American)
- Italian American Women's Club:
Bakery and Booth (Indoors)
- Sukhothai Restaurant: Thai
- Po'Boys: American
- Italian American Women's Club:
Bakery and Booth-Italian sausages
- Jamerica: Jamaican
- Mango Man: Latin/Caribbean
- Viet Cart: Vietnamese
- Cambodian
- Casbah Restaurant: Mediterranean
- Loose Juice: Smoothies
Jazz at Five
State Street at the Capitol
Square
Wednesday, August 9, 2006 5:00 PM - Wednesday, September 6, 2006
8:00 PM
http://www.jazzat5.org
Don't miss great live jazz
music during Jazz at Five, a Wednesday night concert series
running August 9 through September 6.
August 23: 150th Birthday Bash featuring Madison's Jazz notables
August 30: Sheila Jordan and Matt Pinozzotto Organ Trio
September 6: Hanah Jon Taylor and Chevere
Children's Class: Insect
Collecting for Kids
Obrich Botanical Gardens 3330
Atwood Avenue Madison, 246-4550
Friday, August 11 and Friday August 25 1:00 PM
http://www.olbrich.org
This two-part class is on
two Fridays, August 11 and 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. During the first
class, children will learn collecting techniques and collect
insects in Olbrich's outdoor gardens. The second class will cover
preserving and pinning of captured specimens. Children will go
home with their own collection of preserved and mounted insects.
Cost for the class is $45 for
Olbrich members and $55 for the general public; registration
deadline is July 27. Bring two 16-ounce clear plastic glass or
jars-- all other materials will be provided. Call 608-246-4550 for
more information or to register.
Concert in the Park
Old Sauk Trails Park
Sauk Trails Plaza, 1200 John Q. Hammons Dr. 836-8000 - FREE
Wednesday August 23, 2006 - 7:00 p.m.
Watch the sunset in the west, the fireworks explode overhead, and
award-winning violist Vicki Powell bring Bruch's Romance in F to
life! Bring your kids early and let them try out various
instruments of the orchestra. Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's
free program with guest violist Vicki Powell, 7 pm, 8/23,
Fireworks follow the concert. RSVP for tables or box dinners:
836-8000
Program:
Bruch - Romance in F, Op. 85
Copland - Hoedown from Rodeo
Rodgers - The Sound of Music Medley
Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival
Angell Park Sun Prairie, WI
608-837-4547
Thursday, August 17 - Sunday, August 20
http://www.sunprairiechamber.com
More than 100,000 people from around the Midwest attend the event
which serves over 70 tons of sweet corn during the weekend!
Steamed sweet corn is available on Saturday and Sunday only from
Noon to 7:00 p.m. Uncooked corn is available to purchase on
Saturday and Sunday. This event also features a carnival-midway
complete with rides and games, food booths, live bands, craft
show, petting zoo, kiddie korner with large inflatables, family
entertainment and much more. Thursday and Friday night are
carnival wristband nights for the kids with unlimited rides from
6:00-10:00 p.m. for $15.
Family Stage:
Saturday, August 19, 2006
Noon - Reach for the Stars Dance Company
1 pm.- Dave Landau-Children's Music/Storyteller
2 pm.- Karate America - Karate Demonstration
3 pm.- Dave Landau-Children's Music/Storyteller
4 pm.- Rich Bauman-fiddle/instrumental/family
5-7 pm.- Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble
Caravan Gypsy Swing Ensemble is an instrumental group based out
of Madison, Wisconsin. They are primarily influenced by the
legendary Gypsy guitarist DJANGO REINHARDT. The ensemble also
pulls influences from jazz, swing, traditional Latin, Parisian
waltzes, and other vintage-jazz sources. Expect a range of tunes
from the "Hot Swing" repertoire, originals and classic
tunes done in a uniquely arranged style.
Sunday, August 20, 2006
Noon- Bob Kann - juggling and magic
1 pm.- Monona Academy of Dance
2 pm.- Bob Kann - juggling and magic
3 pm.- Kicks Unlimited - Karate Demonstration
4 pm.- Michael Gruber - folk songs
Kiddie Korner-August 19 and 20
Noon-8 pm.- Kiddie Inflatables
1-4 pm.-Face Painting
Noon-7 pm.- Mini golf
Upper Grounds
Rock Climbing Wall
Petting Zoo - children can visit with baby animals
Quad Power Jump
Amazon Adventure Obstacle Course
Craft Fair - handmade crafts - over 60 vendors: Saturday,
11:30am-7pm; Sunday, 11:30am-5pm
Other Attractions
Helicopter Rides: Saturday, noon to 7:00 pm; racetrack; enter
racetrack via Pavillion
Bingo: Saturday, noon-8:00 pm; Sunday, noon-4:00 pm; in the
Pavillion
Midget Auto Racing: Sunday, 7:00 pm
Oregon Straw Hat Players'
"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"
Oregon High School Performing
Arts Center
456 N. Perry Pkwy. 608-835-4300 Oregon [MAP]
August 19-26, 2006 Aug. 19, 24, 25, 26 @ 8pm and Aug. 20, 26 @
3pm.
$12 adults, $8 students/seniors
http://www.oshponline.org/
Mark Twain's classic story comes to exuberant musical life in this
Broadway adaptation of America's favorite book. The Adventures Of
Tom Sawyer is the irresistible story of a fourteen-year-old boy
growing up in the heartland of America. Tom matches wits with his
stern Aunt Polly, falls in love with the beautiful, feisty Becky
Thatcher, and goes on the adventure of his life with Becky and
that irresistible renegade, Huckleberry Finn.
Produced by Oregon Straw Hat
Players at Oregon High School
Barnes & Noble
Activities
#1 East Towne Mall Madison, WI 53704 241-4695
West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road Madison, WI 53717 827-0809
http://storelocator.barnesandnoble.com/events.do
Madison Public
Libraries
See below for dates, times, and locations
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/calendar.html
Here is all of the fun stuff going on through the Madison
Public Libraries for this week.
Saturday, August
19
10:00 and 10:45 a.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Music
Together. Music Together with Jo Severt is an
interactive music program for children ages 5 and under and
their families. Call 266-6390 to register. |
Wednesday, August
23
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
South
Madison |
Learn to
Knit! Intergenerational Group. Learn to knit with
knitting instructor, Shannon Baruth. Beginners welcome! All
ages, starting with age 6 and up. Children 8 years old and
under must come with an adult who knows how to knit and will
hold them in their lap while knitting. We will be knitting
blankets that we will donate for homeless cats and dogs at
the Dane County Humane Society. Yarn and knitting needles
will be provided for each student. This program is funded by
a grant from the Friends of Madison Public Library. Limit:
12. Call 266-6395 beginning Wednesday, June 28 to register
two weeks in advance. |
Wednesday, August
23
3:30 p.m.
Meadowridge |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Eager
Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Evansville [MAP]
RSVP: 882-2260
http://als.lib.wi.us/EFPL
Tuesday Craft Times for
Preschoolers
Library craft times for preschoolers will continue throughout
the summer on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. This is a great way to ensure
that your child is getting some great experiences with eye-hand
coordination. Registration is not necessary for these craft
programs.
Thursday Preschool Storytimes
Regular preschool storytimes will also continue throughout the
summer on Thursdays at 10 a.m. Summer story time themes include: July 13 - Gardens, July 20 - Hens &
Chicks, July 27 - Movement, August 3 - Fish/Oceans, August 10 -
Cowboys, August 17 - Moon & the Stars, August 24 - School.
For more information about the
summer library program, please call 882-2275, stop at the library,
39 W. Main Street, Evansville or check their website: http://als.lib.wi.us/EFPL.
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
JUNIORPALOOZA ON SATURDAY
AUGUST 19!
Join us for the 9th annual Juniorpalooza Festival on Saturday,
August 19, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. outside the museum at 100 State
Street.
Event Schedule:
10:00 Ken Lonnquist and the Kenland Band
11:00 Face Painting and Costume-Making
11:30 Truly Remarkable Loon
12:00 Children's Parade with Jolly Giants, 100 block of State
Street
All outdoor activities are
offered free of charge. In the event of inclement weather,
Juniorpalooza activities will take place inside the museum.
Join the museum during
Juniorpalooza and receive $5 or more off the annual membership
fee. Membership benefits include free admission for a year,
priority program registration, invitations to exhibit openings
and events, local merchant food and drink discounts, museum gift
discounts, and more.
Here's the schedule of
events at the Children's Museum this week.
| Percussion
Shakers |
|
Thu,
Aug 17, 2006 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Instrument
Demonstrations |
|
Thu,
Aug 17, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Musical
Stories |
|
Fri,
Aug 18, 2006 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Instrument
Demonstrations |
|
Fri,
Aug 18, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Juniorpalooza |
|
Sat,
Aug 19, 2006 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM |
| Solar
Systems |
|
Sun,
Aug 20, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Spaceships |
|
Mon,
Aug 21, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Tots
in Motion |
|
Tue,
Aug 22, 2006 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Spaceships |
|
Tue,
Aug 22, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Spaceships |
|
Wed,
Aug 23, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Starry
Art |
|
Thu,
Aug 24, 2006 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Spaceships |
|
Thu,
Aug 24, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Space
Stories |
|
Fri,
Aug 25, 2006 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Spaceships |
|
Fri,
Aug 25, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
Upcoming
Events...
Cycropia Aerial Dance
Orton Park Ingersol & Rutledge
Madison, WI 53703 608-204-0334
Friday August 25, 8:45 pm - 10:15 pm
http://www.cycropia.org http://www.marquette-neighborhood.org/festivals/index.php?category_id=2379
Cycropia Aerial Dance performs flights of fancy on trapezes hung from
the majestic oaks at the Orton Park Festival. Young and old, dance lovers and circus lovers alike,
will delight in the magic of this annual flying spectacle in the park, with a lighted canopy of branches overhead and no limits to the imagination below. Dancers combine the grace and skill of acrobats with the whimsy and passion of the wildest hearts to present eight original works of aerial artistry. Let your heart take flight!
Africa Fest 2006
Warner Park - 1625 Northport Drive, Madison 258-0261
Saturday, August 26, 2006 11:00am - 8:00 pm
http://www.AfricanAssociation.org
African immigrants in the Madison area will sing songs,
demonstrate crafts, tell stories, cook everyday and celebratory
dishes, illustrate various occupational skills, discuss how they
live their daily lives, and address issues of cultural identity,
history, and heritage. Presentations will include a Sierra Leone
Engagement Ceremony, an African Children's Dance Troupe
performance, a Ghanaian Child Naming Ceremony, and much more.
Mount Horeb Fire Muster
Mount Horeb Fire House 120 S. First St. 608-437-5571 [MAP]
Saturday, August 26, 8:00am - midnight, $3 advance sales, $5 day
of event
http://www.fdmh.org
Mount Horeb Fire House, with breakfast 8-11 am; flea market 8:30
am-2 pm; fire engine rides 8:30-10 am; parade 11 am; firefighter
games noon-5 pm; steak & brat supper 5-7:30 pm; music by Mount
Horeb Community Band noon, Cherokee 2 pm, All That Jazz 4:30 pm,
Old Hickory 6 pm, Road Trip 8 pm. $3 adv., $5 day of event.
437-5571
8 A.M. to 11 A.M. Fire Chief's
Breakfast
8:30 A.M. to 2 P.M. Fire Muster Flea Market
8:30 A.M. to 10 A.M. Fire Engine Rides
11 A.M. to Noon Fire Apparatus Parade
Noon Mt Horeb Community Band Concert
Noon to 5 P.M. Fire Fighter Games
2 P.M. to 4 P.M. Cherokee Band
4:30 P.M. to 6 P.M. All That Jazz Big Band
5 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Steak and Brat Supper
6 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Old Hickory in Concert
8 P.M. to midnight Road Trip
Ongoing
Activities...
Art Cart
Madison Museum of Contemporary
Art
City of Madison - See web site for map
http://mmoca.org
Monday, June 19, 2006 - Sunday, September 24, 2006
MMoCA’s popular outdoor art program hits the road again,
bringing art materials and instructors to Madison parks, schools,
and beaches on weekday mornings, afternoons, and evenings. See the
2006 Art Cart Schedule and map at http://mmoca.org
for more details. If you have a question or are concerned about
rainy weather interfering with a scheduled Art Cart appearance,
contact Stephanie at 204-3021. Art Cart is a joint project
of MMoCA and Madison School-Community Recreation.
Art Cart Schedule --> http://mmoca.org/education/documents/ArtCartschedule2006_001.pdf
Storytimes
Ages 2-6
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall) 238-8455 Madison [MAP]
Fridays - 10:00am 238-8455
Story Time for Children
The University Book Store - Hilldale Shopping Center
Dane County Farmers' Market on the
Square (SATURDAYS)
Capitol Square Madison 455-1999
Saturday, April 22, 2006 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM through Saturday, November 4, 2006 6:00 AM -2:00 PM
http://www.madfarmmkt.org/
You'll find the season's best bounty of vegetables, flowers, and
specialty products from approximately 300 vendors. All of the
agriculturally-related items are produced in Wisconsin. The DCFM
is reported to be the largest producer-only farmer's market in
the country!
Mad City Ski Team
Performance
Law Park (just east of Monona Terrace)
Every Sunday at 6:00pm May 28 until Labor Day - FREE EVENT
http://www.velocitycomputing.com/madcity/index.html
We went to the opening
day performance last year. It's a great show with an even
better price--free! Parking is easy at Monona Terrace, but
is a bit of a walk. Consider bringing the bikes and pack a
dinner. Take a family bike ride along the paved bike path
along the lake and have a picnic during the show.
Weekly
Crafts at Michaels Craft Store
Michael's Craft Stores
- locations
Every Saturday, 10:00am - Noon - $2
http://www.michaels.com/art/online/static?page=kids_events
10:00am-Noon $2
Latte Da Espresso Lounge
Preschool Storytime
864 Jupiter Drive Madison, WI 222-8817
Fridays, 10:00 am to 11:00 am
http://www.lattedaespresso.net/
Tuesdays at the
Castle - Avol's Bookstore
315 W. Gorham St. 255-4730 [MAP]
ages 3-6, 11 am Tuesdays. 255-4730
Trudy Barash reads stories for children ages 3-6 years at Avol's
Bookstore, (formerly Canterbury Booksellers).
Muddy Moose Espresso
449 W. Cottage Grove Rd in Cottage Grove (in the Piggly Wiggly
Mall, next to the Post Office) 839-5900
YOU ARE INVITED to have fun, get creative, learn something new,
and widen your horizons!
NOTE: You must register in advance
for fee-based classes (limited space available). Free events are
first come, first served.
MONDAY
- AP PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP - 2nd
Monday each month, 9:30 - 11:00. An Attachment Parenting
playgroup for preschoolers/older toddlers (28 mos and up).
Younger siblings are welcome. Contact kristenok18@yahoo.com
for more information.
- PJ STORY TIME - 3rd Monday each
month, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. sponsored by the Friends of the
Library with stories read by Interim Library Director, Lisa
Selje, bring your teddy bear! Donations toward CG Library
accepted.
TUESDAY
- KID CRAFTS ~ TWO NEW TIMES!
Every Tuesday, 9:30 - 10:15 AND 10:15 - 11:00 a.m., only $3
for supplies. Different craft project each week. Ages 2 and
up. Room for 15 kids in each session.
- PARENT-TO-PARENT SUPPORT GROUP ~
For parents of children on the Autism Spectrum, Fourth Tuesday
each month, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. An informal gathering where
parents get together to share experiences, ideas and
information. For more info call Christine Pavelko at
608-839-8067 or e-mail jcpav@verizon.net. Free.
THURSDAY
- STORY TIME, (Thursday mornings),
9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Fun stories for toddlers and
preschoolers led by a very fun and energetic mom - Lynn
Cooper. Ages 2 and up. Free - but donations toward future CG
Library accepted.
FRIDAY
- COMING SOON - FRIDAY NIGHT
STUDENT I.D. SPECIALS!!! Special menu, special discounts,
special music - all for anyone with a student ID.
- GAME NIGHT every Friday 3:00 -
8:00 p.m. Board games, puzzles, cards - hang out with family
and friends for a fun time in our cozy cabin environment.
August
11 - August 18
The weather--
In the 70s and lower 80s all week, but watch out for rain!
MSCR
Note: Fall Program Guides distributed beginning Sunday,
August 6 in the Sunday Wisconsin State Journal (to Sunday
subscribers), and mailed to all other households in the Madison
Metropolitan School District from Aug. 7-12. Registration for
residents begins August 14. Non-resident registration begins Aug.
28. See http://www.mscr.org
for an online copy.
Dane Dances
Rooftop - Monona Terrace
Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Fridays in August, 5:30-9:30PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Dane Dances is a community event created to help breakdown racial
barriers and bring people of diverse backgrounds together for a
night of FREE entertainment and dancing. There will be ethnic food
and cocktails available for purchase beginning at 5PM.
We went last week and really
enjoyed it. Food is a bit over-priced for large families,
but the music was great and the terrace rooftop is an excellent
backdrop. The kids loved the dancing.
AUGUST
*11 DJ Lauri, DAVIS FAMILY
BAND (Jazz, Classic R&B, Top 40), DJ El Niche, MADISALSA
(Latin Jazz, Salsa)
*18 DJ Trini, MAMA
DIGDOWN'S BRASS BAND (New Orleans Style Jazz), DJ Vicente, IN
BLACK N' WHITE (Reggae, Rock, Soul, Jazz)
*25 DJ El Niche, EDDIE
BUTTS BAND (Jazz, Pop, R&B), DJ Lauri, DAVID HECHT &
PRIMITIVE CULTURE (Reggae, Funk, World Beat, R&B)
*In the case of inclement weather,
this concert will be cancelled. Please call (608) 261-4042 after
1PM for concert location or cancellation information.
Concerts at McKee Farms Park
McKee Farms Park - Fitchburg
(McKee Rd, west of Fish Hatchery Rd)
Monday, August 14, 6:30pm - FREE EVENT
http://www.fitchburgchamber.com/events.php
Concerts at McKee Farms Park can be really fun and easy.
This Monday Westside Andy will be providing blues music. In
past years they set up the band at the shelter near the huge
jungle gym. Set up your picnic blanket close to the jungle
gym so you can watch the kids and the music at the same time.
Food vendors will be on site to make it an easy event or pack your
own picnic for an inexpensive night out. Bring picnic blankets and
bug spray!
Greenway
Station - Od Tapo Imi
Free Sounds of Summer Series
at Greenway Station
Greenway Boulevard (off West Beltline) 824-9111
Middleton [MAP]
Saturday, August 12, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
http://www.greenwayshopping.com/promotions.asp
Find yourself enjoying the Sounds of Summer at Greenway Station
with FREE live performances by top area musicians. Bring a chair
or blanket and kick back and relax while music fills the air.
Concerts take place across from our signature water fountain
near Cold Stone Creamery.
August
12 OD TAPO IMI Steel Drum Trio
19 Gerri DiMaggio sultry jazz vocals
26 Michael Massey piano driven pop
Wisconsin
Wolves - Professional Women's Football
La Follette High School 702
Pflaum Rd. 204-3600 Madison [MAP]
Local women's professional football team vs. Toledo Reign, 7:05
pm, 8/12, Lussier Stadium, La Follette High School. $10 ($5
seniors/military/students; $8/each 15+ group). 628-8640
Saturday, August 12, 7:05pm
http://www.wiwolvesfootball.com
More Information:
Home Games @ Lussier Stadium @ LaFollette High School
Sat. Aug. 12 7:05pm vs Toledo Reign
Sat. Sept. 2 7:05pm vs Indiana Speed
Sat. Sept. 23 7:05pm vs Empire State (NY) Roar
Tickets: $10 adult, $5 Senior, Military, Student, $8 Adult Group
(15 or more)
Contact Number: Cindy Ulsrud (608) 628-8640
Websites:
http://www.wiwolvesfootball.com
http://www.womensprofootball.com
Films
in the Filed - Over the Hedge
Waisman Center 1500 Highland Ave. 263-5776 Madison [MAP]
Saturday, August 12, 8:00pm
http://www.waisman.wisc.edu
West Campus Recreational Fields near the Waisman Center Enjoy a
movie under the stars. The film is projected onto a
larger-than-life 20 ft. x 40 ft. inflatable screen! Concessions
available for purchase include: hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream,
popcorn & more! Bring blankets and come early to enjoy
pre-show kid-oriented activities. This movie is rated PG.
Bring a picnic
blanket and enjoy!
McKee
Farms Flyers Kite Flying
McKee Farms Park. Free.
2930 Chapel Valley Rd. Fitchburg [MAP]
Saturday, August 13, 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm
We fly from noon-4:00 on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month
from May - November at McKee Farms Park in Fitchburg.
271-8265, 663-5822. There's no cover charge at all and
everyone is welcome to attend and to fly their own kites.
James
Grainger's Magic Show
Mother Fool's Coffeehouse
1101 Williamson St. 608-259-1301 [MAP]
Saturday, August 12. 8:00pm - cover charge
http://motherfools.com
http://myspace.com/motherfools
James Grainger has been performing for a variety of audiences
for 19 years. Originally from DeKalb, Il James has performed
in a wide aray of venues throughout the Midwest ranging from
living rooms to large theaters. His show has been described as
exciting and hilarious. The performance he gives is great for
all humans and some animals too. James' favorite venue style
is coffee house parlor.
Savor
the Summer Festival
Troy Gardens, Troy
Drive 240-0409 [MAP]
Satruday, August 12 10am-4 pm, 8/12
http://www.troygardens.org
Hmong & huitlacoche cooking demonstrations, tours,
workshops, silent auction, West African Dance of Madison, music
by The Kissers & Oak Street Ramblers. Free admission.
240-0409
Join us from
10am-4pm! Music from a West African Drum and Dance Ensemble, an
Irish rock band, and a Bluegrass band will highlight the main
stage. Cooking demonstrations, featuring huitlacoche (a Mexican
delicacy), as well as African American and Hmong cuisine, will
exhibit throughout the day. Emjoy urban farm activities for
kids, and garden-related workshops for people of all ages.
Picnic lunches fresh from the farm will be available all day.
Troy Gardens is a unique urban development integrating open
space, agriculture, and affordable housing on the Northside of
Madison, Wisconsin. Proceeds from the festival allow the Friends
of Troy Gardens to offer youth quality programs in leadership
and environmental educational, and to manage community gardens,
tall grass prairie, and an organic vegetable farm.
Latino Celebration
Bridge/Lake Point/Waunona
Community Center 1917 Lake Point Dr. 222-4431[MAP]
Saturday, August 12, noon-7 pm
Annual event with food, kids' activities, DJs Latin Fresh &
Ken noon, Daniel 1 pm, Tiawanaku Latin American Dance Co. 3 pm, DJ
Sonido Mensajero 3:30 pm, Panky Candela 4 pm, La Estudiantina
Panamericana 5 pm. Free. 441-6991
12:00 - 1:00 Silly Putty (Kids 6
& older)
1:00 Daniel (Christian Rap)
1:00 - 3:00 Karaoke
3:00 Tiawanaku Dance
3:30 Jalapeño Contest
4:00 Panky Candela (Reggaeton)
4:30 Dance Competition
5:00 Estudiantina Panamericana
6:00 The Neighborhood Queen
(Girls 13 to 16 years- old, register by August 10th)
12:00-3:30 Latin Fresh & DJ Ken
3:30-7:00 DJ Sonido Mensajero
For more information Call Ana
Robles @ 441-6991
Grasshopper Day
Indie Coffee 1225 Regent St.
259-9621
Saturday, August 12
Contact: J.J. Kilmer, Indie Coffee, 608-259-9621, jj@indiecoffee.net
http://indiecoffee.net
Will Gary Grasshopper spit?
If not, it's six more weeks of summer. If he spits by 10 a.m. on
August 12, autumn starts on September 23. February has Jimmy the
Groundhog, now August has Gary Grasshopper (no "the" for
Gary.)
Indie Coffee at 1225 Regent Street
in Madison is creating a new national holiday called Grasshopper
Day, celebrated on the second Saturday in August. This year, that
falls on August 12.
The full schedule of events is on
the Indie Coffee website, at http://indiecoffee.net
but highlights for August 12 include:
10:00 a.m. Will Gary spit?
10:05 a.m. Kids Rock and Read.
Grasshopper Lady Terri Gregory reads children's stories about
grasshoppers while local voice performer db Pederson creates
nature effects, including grasshopper chirps.
10:45 Katherine Kirk, co-author
(with Charles Bomar) of The Guide to Grasshoppers of Wisconsin
(published by Wisconsin's DNR in 2005) will read from the book and
sign a copy for the first 20 people at the reading.
11:30 Grasshopper Races. Cheer Gary
on, as he races his grasshopper buddies, Dennis Hopper and Juicy
Lucy in the patio behind the coffee shop. Kids can enter their own
grasshoppers, if they bring them in a safe, secure container.
7 p.m. Earl Foss's Brown Derby, a
country-western band from Madison will play a suitable collection
of hoppy songs. Sip your grasshopper drink and enjoy!
Young
Shakespeare Players' "King Lear"
1806 West Lawn Ave. 258-0015 [MAP]
- FREE
August 15 - August 27 - Performances at 6 p.m. Two matinees on
8/26 at 11 am and 8/27 at 1 pm
http://www.ysp.org
King Lear has been called "the Everest of Shakespeare's
achievement." The play is two parallel stories: the old
king who gave his kingdom away to his cruel elder daughters and
the Earl of Gloucester who trusted his villainous younger son.
It is a play that questions the very heart of who and what
humanity is and what our connection is to the heavens, to the
natural world, and to one another. The memorable characters
include selfless heroes, hideous villains, and a Fool who
teaches his king.
Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
Friday, August
11th
Tony Castenada 6:00PM-9:00PM
http://www.capital-brewery.com/events/music.html
Don't forget to pack your
picnic, picnic blanket, toys (think large plastic cars), bug
spray, and camera. If you haven't been, there are always at
least 30 kids running around and the whole place is fenced in
(except for a small passageway just to the right of the stage--
keep your eye on it). It is one of the easiest family venues
for live music.
Jazz at Five
State Street at the Capitol
Square
Wednesday, August 9, 2006 5:00 PM - Wednesday, September 6, 2006
8:00 PM
http://www.jazzat5.org
Don't miss great live jazz
music during Jazz at Five, a Wednesday night concert series
running August 9 through September 6.
August 16: Ben Sidran and Guest, and Madisalsa
August 23: 15oth Birthday Bash featuring Madison's Jazz notables
August 30: Sheila Jordan and Matt Pinozzotto Organ Trio
September 6: Hanah Jon Taylor and Chevere
Children's Class: Insect
Collecting for Kids
Obrich Botanical Gardens 3330
Atwood Avenue Madison, 246-4550
Friday, August 11 and Friday August 25 1:00 PM
http://www.olbrich.org
This two-part class is on
two Fridays, August 11 and 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. During the first
class, children will learn collecting techniques and collect
insects in Olbrich's outdoor gardens. The second class will cover
preserving and pinning of captured specimens. Children will go
home with their own collection of preserved and mounted insects.
Cost for the class is $45 for
Olbrich members and $55 for the general public; registration
deadline is July 27. Bring two 16-ounce clear plastic glass or
jars-- all other materials will be provided. Call 608-246-4550 for
more information or to register.
Arboretum Family Walk:
"Pond Stuff"
UW Arboretum 1207 Seminole Hwy
Madison, 608-263-7888
Sunday, August 13 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
http://www.uwarboretum.org
This walk introduces children to the fascinating world of pond
life.
Sun Prairie Sweet Corn Festival
Angell Park Sun Prairie, WI
608-837-4547
Thursday, August 17 - Sunday, August 20
http://www.sunprairiechamber.com
More than 100,000 people from around the Midwest attend the event
which serves over 70 tons of sweet corn during the weekend!
Steamed sweet corn is available on Saturday and Sunday only from
Noon to 7:00 p.m. Uncooked corn is available to purchase on
Saturday and Sunday. This event also features a carnival-midway
complete with rides and games, food booths, live bands, craft
show, petting zoo, kiddie korner with large inflatables, family
entertainment and much more. Thursday and Friday night are
carnival wristband nights for the kids with unlimited rides from
6:00-10:00 p.m. for $15.
Barnes & Noble
Activities
#1 East Towne Mall Madison, WI 53704 241-4695
West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road Madison, WI 53717 827-0809
http://storelocator.barnesandnoble.com/events.do
Madison Public
Libraries
See below for dates, times, and locations
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/calendar.html
Here is all of the fun stuff going on through the Madison
Public Libraries for this week.
Friday, August 11
9:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Friday, August 11
10:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Story
& Craft Time: Session 2. For children ages 3-5.
45 minutes Call 266-6385 beginning Friday, July 7 to
register. |
Friday, August 11
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Central |
Let's Play
Veterinarian. Learn everyday ways to have fun with
literacy. Explore a dramatic play theme with stories,
writing activities (for real or pretend!) and toys. For
families with children age 3-7. Call 266-6345 beginning
Friday, July 28 to register. |
Friday, August 11
2:00 p.m.
Hawthorne |
Dance
Dance Revolution. Show off your dance moves on the
big screen. Always wanted to try DDR? Beginners welcome!
Call 245-4548 to register. |
Friday, August 11
7:00 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Dance
Dance Revolution. Show off your dance moves on the
big screen. Always wanted to try DDR? Beginners welcome!
Call 266-6390 to register. |
Saturday, August
12
11:00 a.m.
Lakeview |
Snakes
Alive! Tom Kessenich, a native Wisconsin
herpetologist, entrances and enthralls his audience with
some favorite, exotic snakes. Tom believes snakes have been
misunderstood for too long. You'll learn that snakes are not
only beautiful and fascinating, they're essential to our
environment as well. |
Saturday, August
12
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
South
Madison |
A Fun
Coloring Storybook of Trees: Book Signing and Reception.
Meet author, Dianne Dobrin, and artist, Jim Weaver, and
learn how these two Madison friends made their dream of
creating a coloring storybook for kids come true! Copies of
the book will be available for purchase and signing at the
program. Refreshments will be served. |
Monday, August 14
2:00 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Build A
Pet. Build your own special pet to name and
treasure. You will get to design, cut, stuff, sew and glue a
one-of-a-kind pet. All materials will be provided. For ages
7 and up. Call 266-6390 beginning Monday, July 31 to
register. |
Monday, August 14
6:00 - 7:45 p.m.
Lakeview |
Chess at
the Library. Any level of experience. All ages.
Beginners welcome. , No registration required. |
Monday, August 14
7:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Snakes
Alive! Tom Kessenich, a native Wisconsin
herpetologist, entrances and enthralls his audience with
some favorite, exotic snakes. Tom believes snakes have been
misunderstood for too long. You'll learn that snakes are not
only beautiful and fascinating, they're essential to our
environment as well. |
Tuesday, August 15
9:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 824-1780 beginning Tuesday, June 27
to register. |
Tuesday, August 15
10:30 a.m.
Monroe
Street |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Wednesday, August
16
9:30 a.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. Call 824-1780 beginning Wednesday, June 28 to
register. |
Wednesday, August
16
10:30 a.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 824-1780 beginning Wednesday, June 28
to register. |
Wednesday, August
16
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
South
Madison |
Learn to
Knit! Intergenerational Group. Learn to knit with
knitting instructor, Shannon Baruth. Beginners welcome! All
ages, starting with age 6 and up. Children 8 years old and
under must come with an adult who knows how to knit and will
hold them in their lap while knitting. We will be knitting
blankets that we will donate for homeless cats and dogs at
the Dane County Humane Society. Yarn and knitting needles
will be provided for each student. This program is funded by
a grant from the Friends of Madison Public Library. Limit:
12. Call 266-6395 beginning Wednesday, June 28 to register
two weeks in advance. |
Wednesday, August
16
1:30 p.m.
Sequoya |
Zoo to
You. Enjoy getting nose-to-nose with fellow members
of the animal kingdom, as some of Henry Vilas Zoo's furred
and feathered friends visit. Fun for all ages. Call 266-6385
beginning Wednesday, August 2 to register. |
Wednesday, August
16
3:00 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Book Baby.
For babies ages 0-15 months with an adult. One adult per
baby is required. Enjoy stories, songs and movement
activites. Book sharing and social time to follow the
program. Call 266-6390 beginning Wednesday, June 28 to
register. |
Wednesday, August
16
3:30 p.m.
Meadowridge |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Wednesday, August
16
3:30 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 266-6390 beginning Wednesday, June 28
to register. |
Wednesday, August
16
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
South
Madison |
Yu-Gi-Oh
Tournament. Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament for ages 8-18.
Traditional format - you must bring your own cards.
Beginners welcome. Training will be provided. Pizza
provided. Prizes will be given. This program is a part of
the Game Night series and is made possible in part by a
"Hands Across South Madison" grant from the South
Metropolitan Planning Council and the Town of Madison and by
the Friends of the South Madison Branch Library. Limit: 24.
Call 266-6395 to register. |
Thursday, August
17
9:30 a.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3-5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. Call
824-1780 beginning Thursday, June 1 to register |
Thursday, August
17
10:30 a.m.
Hawthorne |
Pet Parade
Storytime. Bring your favorite stuffed animal for
this petpourri of fun featuring stories, songs, activities
and a movie. For ages 3-9 and their grown-ups. Call 246-4548
beginning Thursday, August 3 to register. |
Thursday, August
17
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Yu-Gi-Oh!.
Beginners can learn to play Yu-Gi-Oh! from Pegasus' game
experts. Already know how to play? Bring your own deck and
compete in a tournament. Ages 15 and under. Call 824-1780
beginning Thursday, August 3 to register. |
Eager
Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Evansville [MAP]
RSVP: 882-2260
http://als.lib.wi.us/EFPL
Tuesday Craft Times for
Preschoolers
Library craft times for preschoolers will continue throughout
the summer on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. This is a great way to ensure
that your child is getting some great experiences with eye-hand
coordination. Registration is not necessary for these craft
programs.
Thursday Preschool Storytimes
Regular preschool storytimes will also continue throughout the
summer on Thursdays at 10 a.m. Summer story time themes include: July 13 - Gardens, July 20 - Hens &
Chicks, July 27 - Movement, August 3 - Fish/Oceans, August 10 -
Cowboys, August 17 - Moon & the Stars, August 24 - School.
For more information about the
summer library program, please call 882-2275, stop at the library,
39 W. Main Street, Evansville or check their website: http://als.lib.wi.us/EFPL.
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
Here's the schedule of
events at the Children's Museum this week.
| Science
Stories |
|
Fri,
Aug 11, 2006 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Kitchen
Chemistry |
|
Fri,
Aug 11, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Toddler
Music |
|
Sat,
Aug 12, 2006 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Dry
Ice Experiments |
|
Sat,
Aug 12, 2006 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Egg
Drop Challenge |
|
Sat,
Aug 12, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Rain
Sticks |
|
Sun,
Aug 13, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Instrument
Demonstrations |
|
Mon,
Aug 14, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Tots
in Motion |
|
Tue,
Aug 15, 2006 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Instrument
Demonstrations |
|
Tue,
Aug 15, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Instrument
Demonstrations |
|
Wed,
Aug 16, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Percussion
Shakers |
|
Thu,
Aug 17, 2006 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Instrument
Demonstrations |
|
Thu,
Aug 17, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Musical
Stories |
|
Fri,
Aug 18, 2006 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Instrument
Demonstrations |
|
Fri,
Aug 18, 2006 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
Ongoing
Activities...
Sunset Celebration @
Memorial Union
Saturdays through August 12
http://www.union.wisc.edu
Returning this year is the Sunset Celebration. Created along the
lines of Mallory Square, Key West's historic waterfront, the
Sunset Celebration will be held each Saturday night an hour
before sundown during the summer starting June 10 and ending
August 12. Once the Hoofer Sailing Club steam whistle indicates
an hour before each Saturday sunset, invited street performers
will exhibit their skills until the sun goes down. Weather
permitting of course; in case of inclement conditions, the music
will move indoors into the Rathskeller and the Sunset
Celebration canceled. As dusk approaches, a designated
"Sunset Celebrity" will officially announce the
sunset.
Art Cart
Madison Museum of Contemporary
Art
City of Madison - See web site for map
http://mmoca.org
Monday, June 19, 2006 - Sunday, September 24, 2006
MMoCA’s popular outdoor art program hits the road again,
bringing art materials and instructors to Madison parks, schools,
and beaches on weekday mornings, afternoons, and evenings. See the
2006 Art Cart Schedule and map at http://mmoca.org
for more details. If you have a question or are concerned about
rainy weather interfering with a scheduled Art Cart appearance,
contact Stephanie at 204-3021. Art Cart is a joint project
of MMoCA and Madison School-Community Recreation.
Art Cart Schedule --> http://mmoca.org/education/documents/ArtCartschedule2006_001.pdf
Storytimes
Ages 2-6
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall) 238-8455 Madison [MAP]
Fridays - 10:00am 238-8455
Story Time for Children
The University Book Store - Hilldale Shopping Center
Dane County Farmers' Market on the
Square (SATURDAYS)
Capitol Square Madison 455-1999
Saturday, April 22, 2006 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM through Saturday, November 4, 2006 6:00 AM -2:00 PM
http://www.madfarmmkt.org/
You'll find the season's best bounty of vegetables, flowers, and
specialty products from approximately 300 vendors. All of the
agricult |
