An extra thanks to
April Swe who helps make this weekly update a possibility each
week.
February
23 - March 3
The weather--
Wet all week! Lots of snow, some rain, and everything in
between. Highs in the 30s.
Madison Fishing Expo
The Exhibition Hall at The Alliant Center (across from the Dane
County Coliseum)
1881 Expo Mall East Madison, Wisconsin 53713
February 23-24-25, 2007
Friday - 4:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Saturday - 9:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Sunday - 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Admission Price: $8.00 for Adult (Kids 12 and under are FREE)
http://madfishexpo.com/
Expected to draw over 20,000 visitors, the Madison Fishing Expo
features a diverse lineup of fishing tackle, equipment and boats
from the industries' leading manufacturers and dealers. The
Madison Fishing Expo is an all volunteer, non-profit organization
that donates all of its show proceeds to fund fishing related
projects throughout South Central Wisconsin. The largest show of
its kind in the Midwest, in its 22nd year, the organization has
donated more than $550,000 to fund fishing habitat restorations,
recreation projects, educational programs and scholarships. See
their website for kid related scheduled activities.
International Festival
Overture Center 201 State St.
Sunday, February 25, 11 am to 5 pm
www.overturecenter.com/international.htm
Annual winter celebration of music, dance, food &
crafts, Free. 258-4177
The International Festival is a lively celebration of the cultures
represented in our community. This day of music, dance and
storytelling features free performances throughout the building
and an international bazaar where people can browse and shop for
unique hand-crafted items from around the world.
Performers include:
Atimevu Drum and Dance, Sergei Belkin, Cajun Strangers, Turner
Collins, The Currach, K. Nadira De Abrew, Tani Diakite, Heather
Highland Dancers, Last Gaspe, Madison Chinese Cultural
Association, Madison Maennerchor, Madison Pipes & Drums,
Madison Scottish Country Dancers, Mesoghios, Narodno International
Dancers, Kripa Baskaran & the Natyarpana Dance Co., Navan,
Cris & Ann Plata, Sadira & The Riad Dance Company, Simon
Shaheen, Swiss Alphorns, Tania Tandias Flamenco & Spanish
Dance, Tri Bratovchedki Singers, Trova Viva, UW Russian Folk
Orchestra, Yid Vicious, Zaibas Lithuanian Dancers
Duck Soup Cinema
Capitol Theater, Overture Center 201 State St.
Saturday, February 24, 2:00pm and 7:00pm Cost: $4 Call: 258-4141
http://www.overturecenter.com/ducksoup.htm
While it's not free, it is pretty darn cheap!
Duck Soup Cinema is Overture's
silent film series. These light-hearted presentations bring back
the Capitol Theater's early years as a silent-film era movie
palace. We 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 a chance to
win fabulous door prizes, hosted by funnyman Joe Thompson and the
lovely and talented Anna Hahm. All shows take place in the newly
remodeled Capitol Theater. Tickets are $4 for adults, $3 for
children 12 and under. All seats reserved.
One of the silent era's most
spectacular action blockbusters, The Black Pirate boasts an early
Technicolor process, making it one of the only color silent films.
Douglas Fairbanks Sr. stars as a nobleman who is the sole survivor
of a ship seized by pirates who blow up the ship, killing everyone
on board, including Fairbanks' father. Fairbanks vows revenge and
subsequently joins the pirate crew, walking a fine line by seeming
to aid the pirates while actually protecting potential victims and
plotting the pirates' downfall. Fairbanks's astonishing acrobatics
remain dazzling today, and the climactic battle includes some
great underwater footage. This film includes Fairbanks' most
famous and widely copied stunt, riding down a sail on the edge of
a knife.
Vaudeville Entertainment: Ace
Willie, strolling magician; MadHatters, a cappella singers; T.R.
Loon, juggler
a la carte Kids Cooking Classes
The Young Gourmet Culinary Studios 1970 Cayuga St Middleton, WI
Phone 608-831-9211 Email info@theyounggourmet.com
Saturday, February 24, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
http://www.theyounggourmet.com
The Young Gourmet's a la carte classes are perfect for kids with a
busy schedule or are just visiting over the weekend! Let’s get
cookin’ at The Young Gourmet! Each session runs for 90 minutes
and are open to ages 8 and up. On the Menu: (sessions)
9:00-10:30am Jambalaya 11:00-12:30pm Eggplant Parmesan with Pasta
1:00-2:30pm Profiteroles (Cream Puffs) with Dark Chocolate Sauce
3:00-4:30pm Pasta Primavera
These people are great! They
have gone out of their way to include our son who has autism into
their curriculum in a way that is positive for everyone! He
LOVES to go there! I can't begin to say enough about how
much fun our kids have there -- especially our 8 year old future
chef!!!
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Musical based on "Peanuts"
Denmark Theatre, UW-Rock County, Janesville. $12. 758-1451
March 2, 3, 9 at 7:00 pm and March 3, 4, 11 at 2:00 pm.
http://www.spotlightonkids.org
Perfect for children of all ages, from the young to the young at
heart, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown is a collaboration of
stories based on the comic strip Peanuts by Charles Schultz. Join
all your favorite characters from Linus and Lucy, to Snoopy and
Charlie Brown in this fun-filled musical.
In an effort to make SOK &
footlights programs accessible to all, Saturday, March 3 at 2:00
pm is a Pay What You Can performance. Audience members simply make
a donation, in any amount, at the door the day of the show to
receive their tickets (pending seat availability). Advanced
tickets are sold at full price, but guarantee admittance to the
performance.
Waisman Center Children's
Theatre - Mad Science
Waisman Center 1500 Highland
Ave., Madison
Sunday, February 25, 1:00pm and 3:00pm
Cost: $2; Call: 263-5837
http://www.waisman.wisc.edu
Mad Science - Waisman
Center Children's Theatre
Up, Up, and Away - Step into the laboratory with Mad
Science-nationally renowned science educators-for fun, amazing,
educational, and highly interactive demonstrations that focus on
the element of air.
Science is Fun
UW Space Place 2300 S. Park
St., Suite LL-100, Madison 262-4779
Free workshop for
elementary/middle school students
Saturday, February 24 10:00am
http://spaceplace.wisc.edu
Email: kay@sal.wisc.edu
"Get Ready For a Lunar Eclipse" Find out more about
the upcoming lunar eclipse on March 3.
RSVP for Nighttime in the
Jungle: Rainforest Critters
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI (608) 246-4550
Thursday, February 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
http://www.olbrich.org
Ages 5+, set for 6:30-8 pm, 2/22, Olbrich Gardens. $9 (bring
flashlight). RSVP by 2/15: 246-4550
Registration deadline: February 15
Explore the Bolz Conservatory after
dark and go on a search for Rainforest critters. Then, craft a
rainforest friend to take home during the Nighttime in the Jungle:
Rainforest Critters class on Thursday, February 22 from 6:30 to 8
p.m. at Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Be sure to bring a flashlight
for your after-dark tour! Keep your eyes on the lookout for birds
in the trees and fish in the stream as you learn about the animals
that live in real tropical rainforests.
The class is designed for children
ages 5 and up. The cost is $7 per child for Olbrich members and $9
per child for the general public. An adult must accompany
children, and adults attend free. Maximum two children per adult.
Early registration is advised since space is limited. Registration
is required by February 15. For more information or to register
call 608-246-4550.
YMCA Events
East YMCA-Cottage Grove Rd.
(221-1571), West YMCA-Medical Circle (276-6606) and Sun Prairie
YMCA-South St. (837-8221)
http://www.ymcadanecounty.org
Summer Camp Fair - Saturday February 24 • 9:00-11:30 a.m. Sun
Prairie
Summer Camp Fair - Sunday February 25 • 12:00-5:00 p.m. East
Summer Camp Fair - Sunday February 25• 12:00-3:00 p.m. West
Who should come? Families
interested in YMCA summer day camps and classes for their children
ages 2–14 years!!
What? Free Event. Gather
information on available programming in and out of the YMCA
facility. Receive a registration packet, play some games, and
enter a drawing to win a free week of camp! Staff will be on hand
to answer your questions. M FREE • P FREE
Kids in the Rotunda
Overture Center - 201 State St,
Madison WI 53703 608-258-4177
Saturdays at 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 1:00 PM
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 9:30 AM, 11 AM
and 1 PM. The popular performing arts series for children and
families offers a relaxed, kid-friendly 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. All 1 PM shows are
sign language interpreted.
| February |
|
|
| 24 |
Tangled Up in
Blue |
A capella
singers |
| March |
|
|
| 3 |
Magic Morgan and
Liliana |
Magicians |
| 10 |
Sparky and
Rhonda Rucker |
Musicians
& storytellers |
| 17 |
Trinity Academy
of Irish Dance |
|
| 24 |
Children's
Arts Festival - International Youth Dance Showcase |
| 31 |
Atwood Players |
The Fisherman
and His Wife |
| April |
|
|
| 7 |
Tom Pease |
Folksinger
& storyteller |
| 14 |
Braier's Magic |
Magician |
| 21 |
Hua Mu Lan |
Chinese dance
troupe |
| 28 |
KG and the
Ranger |
Country-western
entertainment |
| May |
|
|
| 5 |
The Handphibians |
Brazilian
rhythms & songs |
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
The Children's Museum just redid
their website and it looks like the calendar is not quite up to
date yet. here is what I could glean from what was out
there...
Marble Track Construction
February 24, 2007 2:00 pm
February 25, 2007 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Use recycled materials and work as a group to construct a marble
run.
Meet the Musician: Violin
February 24, 2007
11:00 am
Leanne League visits from the Madison Symphony Orchestra to
demonstrate the violin.
Toddler Music
February 19, 2007 10:00 am to 10:30 am
February 22, 2007 9:30 am to 10:00 am
10:00 am to 10:30 am February 26, 2007
10:00 am to 10:30 am
Join Kjerstie Johanson for songs, movement and music-making.
Program meets every Monday, 10-10:30; and every Thursday,
9:30-10 (session 1), and 10-10:30 (session 2).
Tots in Motion
February 20, 2007 9:30 am to 10:00 am
February 27, 2007 9:30 am to 10:00 am
Join Kathleen Madden for games and other physical activities to
strengthen gross motor skills. Program takes place every
Tuesday, 9:30-10 a.m. in the First Feats gallery.
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.d
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, February
23
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Hawthorne |
Thomas the
Train Party. All aboard for an hour long
celebration of terrific trains. There will be songs, games
and crafts inspired by Thomas the Train. All children must
be accompanied by an adult. Call 246-4548 beginning Friday,
February 9 to register. |
Friday, February
23
2:00 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Rip-n-Stitch.
Sewing projects for teens! Do you have a sweater that shrank
in the dryer? A t-shirt that you love that is falling apart?
Bring them to the library and learn how to make them into
something new and cool. The library will also provide
fabric. A new project will be featured each month. Call
824-1780 to register. |
Friday, February
23
2:30 p.m.
Lakeview |
Froggy
Film Fest. Hop on over for some hilarious films
about frogs, plus games and snacks. School is out, so stop
by for tons of fun! Groups welcome, ages K-4 and younger
children welcome with an adult. Call 246-4547 to register. |
Friday, February
23
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Meadowridge |
Open Mic
Night for Teens. Show your talent. Sign up to
perform a poem, short story, song or dance. |
Saturday, February
24
12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Pinney |
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 224- 7100
beginning Saturday, February 10 to register. Call 224-7100
beginning Saturday, February 10 to register. |
Saturday, February
24
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Meadowridge |
Family
Dance Dance Revolution. Parents, come challenge
your kids to a dance-off, and see what DDR is all about. No
adults admitted without a kid; no kids admitted without an
adult! Call 288-6160 to register. Recommended for kids 10
and older, or with previous DDR experience. |
Sunday, February
25
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Central |
Baby/Toddler
Sign Language. Instructor Kristine Alarie of
Expressive Hands, LLC will provide instruction on signing
with babies and toddlers. Participants will learn American
Sign Language words to aid in communicating with children,
incorporating instruction, music, games and stories in a fun
and engaging atmosphere. Call 266-6345 beginning Sunday,
February 11 to register. |
Monday, February
26
9:30 a.m.
Pinney |
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. |
Monday, February
26
10:15 a.m.
Pinney |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. |
Monday, February
26
3:30 p.m.
Monroe
Street |
Knitting
Together. Get together and knit together with
volunteers from RSVP Dane Co. Children and teens will learn
to knit over a 6 week period and finish a project that will
be donated to a local charity. All materials are provided
and no knitting experience is necessary. For children and
teens ages 8-16. Call 266-6390 beginning Monday, January 8
to register for the entire series. |
Monday, February
26
4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Sequoya |
Drumming
Circle. Come & jam with us. Some instruments
will be provided, but you can also bring your own. Everyone
will get an oportunity to lead the circle. Can't make it at
exactly 4:30? Come anyway. You can register for one or more
Circles. Call 266-6385 to register. |
Monday, February
26
7:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Sequoya |
Evening
Storytime. Stories, puppets, crafts & more. For
children ages 5 and under. |
Tuesday, February
27
9:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 266-6385 beginning Tuesday, January
23 to register for the series. |
Tuesday, February
27
10:30 a.m.
Monroe
Street |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Tuesday, February
27
10:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 266-6385 beginning Tuesday, January
23 to register for the series. |
Tuesday, February
27
10:00 a.m.
South
Madison |
Toddler
Storytime. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 266-6395 beginning Tuesday, January
23 to register for the series. |
Tuesday, February
27
10:30 a.m.
Meadowridge |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Tuesday, February
27
10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
Preschool
Storytimes. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more
for children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Tuesday, February
27
11:00 a.m.
South
Madison |
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 266-6395 beginning Tuesday, January 23 to
register for the series. |
Tuesday, February
27
2:15 p.m.
South
Madison |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Tuesday, February
27
6:30 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Evening
Family Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and
more for children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups
welcome. |
Wednesday,
February 28
9:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
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 266-6385 beginning Tuesday, January 23 to
register for the entire series. |
Wednesday,
February 28
9:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Pinney |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Wednesday,
February 28
10:30 a.m.
Central |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Wednesday,
February 28
10:30 a.m.
Meadowridge |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 288-6160 beginning Wednesday, January
26 to register for the series. |
Wednesday,
February 28
10:30 - 10:50 a.m.
Sequoya |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. Call 266-6385 beginning Tuesday, January
23 to register for the entire series. |
Wednesday,
February 28
3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Meadowridge |
After
School Chess Club. After School Chess Club for all
ages. Learn the basics of chess and challenge your friends
and family. All levels welcome. Children 7 and under must be
accompanied by an adult. Call 288-6160 to register. |
Wednesday,
February 28
3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Pinney |
Book
Bunch: A Bad Beginning. A bad beginning is exactly
what starts off this first book in the Series of Unfortunate
Events. Find out how it all began while enjoying snacks,
crafts and movies. Call 224-7100 beginning Wednesday,
January 10 to register for the series. |
Thursday, March 1
9:45 a.m.
South
Madison |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, March 1
9:30 a.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, March 1
10:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
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. |
Thursday, March 1
10:30 a.m.
South
Madison |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, March 1
10:30 a.m.
Hawthorne |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, March 1
10:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Story
& Craft Time: Session 2. For children ages 3-5.
Limit: 24. Call 266-6385 beginning Thursday, February 15 to
register for the series. |
Thursday, March 1
11:15 a.m.
Lakeview |
Toddler
Time. For children ages 16 - 35 months with an
adult. One adult per child is recommended. Enjoy stories,
songs and rhymes. |
Thursday, March 1
1:30 p.m.
Alicia
Ashman |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Thursday, March 1
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Hawthorne |
Magical
Miniatures. Why are miniatures so magical and fun?
Come and explore the world of miniatures with local artist
and teacher Abby Shotwell. We'll discuss the universal
appeal of miniatures in several children's stories and make
our own miniatures during four different hands-on art
sessions. March 1: Miniature Banquets-we'll create a
miniature clay banquet and feast upon some edible miniature
appetizers. March 8: Miniature Art Galleries-we'll discuss
miniature drawing techniques and create a gallery. March 15:
Miniatures in Motion-we'll make a miniature flip book and
participate in creating a short stop-action video sequence.
March 22: Miniature Books: we'll use the photocopier and
collage techniques to create micro-diaries, newspapers, and
folios. Limit: 15. Call 246-4548 beginning Thursday,
February 15 to register for the series. |
Thursday, March 1
3:45 - 4:30 p.m.
Sequoya |
Buried
Treasures Book Bunch. Share the magic of Roald
Dahl's classic, James and the Giant Peach. Movies, crafts
and snacks. Limit: 35. Call 266-6385 beginning Thursday,
February 1 to register for the series. |
Thursdays, March 1
6:00 p.m.
Meadowridge |
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 288-6160 beginning Thursday, January 25 to
register for the series. |
Friday, March 2
9:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Preschool
Storytime. Stories, songs, fingerplays and more for
children ages 3- 5. Younger siblings and groups welcome. |
Friday, March 2
10:30 a.m.
Sequoya |
Story
& Craft Time: Session 2. For children ages 3-5.
Limit: 24. Call 266-6385 beginning Thursday, February 15 to
register for the series. |
Friday, March 2
4:00 p.m.
Sequoya |
After
School Chess Club. Learn chess basics. All ages and
levels welcome. Children ages 7 and under must be
accompanied by an adult. |
Register Now...
RSVP for Girls on the Run
12-week after-school recreation program for girls ages 8-11
designed to avoid risky behaviors while training to run a 5K race,
set for 3/5-5/28 at various Dane County locations. $150
(scholarships available). RSVP by 2/26
http://www.girlsontherundaneco.org
Dane County girls age 8 – 11 are invited to register for “Girls
on the Run,” a unique 12-week after-school recreation program
designed to provide girls the tools they need to avoid risky
behaviors often associated with adolescence while at the same time
training for a 5K race.
Last year 100 Dane County girls
participated in Girls on the Run. For spring 2007, programs are
being launched in Oregon and Waunakee joining existing sites in
Verona, Stoughton, Shorewood Hills and Nakoma. The culmination of
the spring program will be participation in the Madison Race for
the Cure on June 2. This spring’s programs start the week of
March 5 and 12 depending on the site and are open to 3rd – 5th
grade girls. Previous running experience is not required.
Ongoing
Activities...
Winter Concert Series
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI (608) 246-4550
Now through - Sunday, March 25, 2007
http://www.olbrich.org
Warm your winter day with a concert in the Evjue Commons. Series
sponsored by the Olbrich Botanical Society. Winter concerts are at
2 p.m. each Sunday from January 7 through March 25. Suggested
donation is $1.
February 25 New Horizons Traditional concert band
March 4 Redefined Co-ed a cappella
March 11 Cajun Strangers Cajun dance music
March 18 Dr. Eric and Billy G. Traditional ragtime and blues
March 25 Richard Wiegel Guitar and vocals
Tunes at Monona Terrace
One John Nolen Drive Madison,
WI 53703 Phone: (608) 261-4000
Wednesdays, 5:30PM - 7:00PM
Free and open to the public
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
The Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of The Capital
Times, and Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center are
proud to sponsor these free community concerts. Concessions and
cocktails are available for purchase beginning at 5PM.
Open Playtime at Family
Enhancement Early Childhood Center
2120 Fordem Ave. Madison, WI 241-5150 ext. 15
Mondays and Fridays 9:00am - 12noon
Enter the fun zone!! Open playtime for parents, caregivers,
playgroups, and their children. Bring a snack, make a craft, and
play with your children while engaging with other parents.
Also see their upcoming events below.
THE POWER OF PLAY — Connecting
Play and Learning
A child’s early learning experiences and relationships
influence brain development and success in school.
A discussion series for parents and other caregivers
Family Enhancement/Family Centers Building Early Childhood
Center
These discussions will give parents and other caregivers ideas
about how to make the most of the opportunities play offers
children. For information contact Betty at 241-5150
ext.15. All of the events below are at 2120 Fordem Avenue,
1st Floor, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
January 12 Young Toddlers and How
They Play(12-23 months)—toddlers are Movers and Shakers! Come
join them and discover new ways of keeping up with them.
January 22 Older Toddlers Are
More Social (24-36 months)—social skills emerge during this
stage of development. Learn how to ‘guide’ your social
butterfly.
January 26 Babies and Books—early
literacy and language development begins with books that have
big, bright pictures. We’ll look at some of these books and
share them with your babies
Open Gyms at Madtown Twisters
7035 Old Sauk Road P.O. Box
620827 Madison (Corner of Old Sauk & Gammon)
http://www.madtowntwisters.com/Opengym-Fall.htm
This place rocks!
It's great for all age groups listed below. They also have
regularly scheduled gymnastics and dance classes during the
week. Some days I feel like we live there!
|
TOTS
OPEN GYM |
FAMILY
OPEN GYM |
ULTIMATE
OPEN GYM
|
|
Monday
& Wednesday 11:00 - 12:45 pm
Thursday
11:00-12:30
Friday
11:00 - 12:45 pm
Friday
1:00 - 2:45 pm
Saturday
2:00 - 3:45 pm
For
kids up to age 6, this activity requires close parental
supervision |
Saturday
4:00 - 5:45 pm
Sunday
11:00-12:45 pm
These
times are for parents with children of all ages and require
close supervision.
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Friday
7:00 - 10:00 pm - Age 7 & older - $10
Saturday
6:00 - 8:00 pm - Grades K-5 - $8
Saturday
8:15-10:15 pm - Age 7 & older $8
$10
- Age 7 and older.
What
a deal... up to 3 hours!
Ultimate
Open Gym frequently fills early. Please make sure
space is available before dropping children. We do not
overfill. Tickets may be purchased in advance.
Parental presence is welcome, but no required.
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At-Home
Dads
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Ave.
204-6147 [MAP]
Every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 am
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Come join a community of dads who have made the choice to stay at
home with their child/children. The discussion will be led by the
group, but topics may range from fatherhood and the novelty of
being a stay-at-home-dad to topics completely unrelated to being a
parent, like sports, music, and movies. Snacks and drinks
available for purchase or BYO.
New
Mom's Group
Madison Birth Center 6720 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Suite
103Middleton 821-0123 [MAP]
Free drop-in group for mothers, babies & pregnant women
11 am-12:30 pm Thursdays
jody@madisonbirthcenter.com
Led by Jen Perfetti, MA, LPC and the Madison Birth Center
midwives, this drop-in group is for mothers, babies and pregnant
women. Each week a topic is discussed along with open discussion.
Breastfeeding support is always available. You need not have given
birth at the Madison Birth Center to attend. When: Thursday
mornings from 11 AM-12:30 PM Cost: No charge
Storytimes
Ages 2-6
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall) 238-8455 Madison [MAP]
Thursdays - 10:00am 238-8455
Story Time for Children
The University Book Store - Hilldale Shopping Center
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).
Dan, Dan, the Story Man
Borders Books East 2173 Zeier
Rd., Madison 240-0080
10:30 am Wednesdays
Call: 240-0080
Dan, Dan, the Story Man: stories, music and activities, Wednesdays
at 10:30am
Story Time - Ages 5 & under
Fitchburg Community Center 5510
Lacy Rd. , Fitchburg
Thursdays, 10:00am 698-3098
Call: 698-3098 Email: kitbeyer@charter.net
Books, songs and a craft for ages 5 & under. Plus, free play
in a gym afterwards!
Preschool Crafts
Eager Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Tuesdays, 8:00am
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. Year Around Preschool Craft Time every
Tuesday at 10 a.m.
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.
February
17 - February 23
The weather--
We are in the upper 30s starting on Monday! Wow!
It's a heat wave!!!
Note: Madison schools are closed
on Friday, February 23!
MSCR has a Kid's Day out
program listed in their catalog (http://mscr.org/working/Wintguideweb07.pdf)
but we may already be beyond the registration deadline.
Included below are a couple of other options for that day
(although none are full day programs)...
Day With Dad at KEVA Sports
8312 Forsythia St. Middleton,
WI 53562, 608-662-PLAY (7529)
Friday, February 23, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Free Event! No registration needed.
Drop-ins welcome!! KIDS HAVE OFF SCHOOL
http://www.kevasports.com/day_with_dad.html
Dad and Kids can play: Hockey, Football, Basketball, Soccer, Yard
games and Tumbling.
Launched in 2002, Day with Dad was
started with a simple goal in mind, “Give dads a day with their
kids.” On the last Friday in February, Madison and the
surrounding school districts give students a day off, and Keva
opens the doors to let the kids, and their dads in the door for a
day of fun. It sounds simple enough, but Days with Dad can be hard
to come by as work, family demands and after school and weekend
activities place demands on what little free time already exists.
Day with Dad is a free event, in which over 650 dads and kids
participated last year. With organized activities, open courts,
arts and crafts as well as entertainment it’s a great day for
both kids and dads alike.
Cooking Day Camps at the Young
Gourmet
The Young Gourmet Culinary Studios 1970 Cayuga St Middleton, WI
Phone 608-831-9211 Email info@theyounggourmet.com
Friday, February 23, 9:00am - 12:00pm and 1:00pm - 4:00pm
http://www.theyounggourmet.com
Get a taste of what The Young Gourmet has to offer with our Day
Camps! Sessions run for 3 hours, 9-12 and 1-4, the cost is $45 per
session. Open to ages 8 and up. Seats limited call to register,
608-831-9211 On the Menu: Appetizers - Bruchetta, Coconut Shrimp,
Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms.
These people are great! They
have gone out of their way to include our son who has autism into
their curriculum in a way that is positive for everyone! He
LOVES to go there! I can't begin to say enough about how
much fun our kids have there -- especially our 8 year old future
chef!!!
Also at the Young Gourmet...
Saturday, February 17, 9:00 AM
- 4:30 PM
The Young Gourmet's a la carte courses are perfect for kids with
a busy schedule or are just visiting over the weekend! Let’s
get cookin’ at The Young Gourmet! Each session runs for 90
minutes and are open to ages 8 and up. On the menu: (sessions)
9:00-10:30am Breakfast Burrito 11:00-12:30pm Brown Sugar Glazed
Salmon with Cream Corn 1:00-2:30pm Chili with Homemade Chips and
Salsa 3:00-4:30pm Rice and Tapioca Pudding
The Wonders of Physics
2103 Chamberlin Hall, 1150 University Avenue, Madison
February 17, 2007 1 and 4 pm
February 18, 2007 1 and 4 pm
Free, but advance tickets recommended. 262-2927
http://sprott.physics.wisc.edu
Email: wonders@physics.wisc.edu
Never has there been a time when an understanding of science has
been more important to the well-being of individuals and to the
nation than the present. Yet many recent studies have documented a
lack of interest in science and hence a decline in science
literacy in the United States.
To address this problem, UW-Madison
in 1984 began a program called The Wonders of Physics aimed at
generating interest in physics among people of all ages and
backgrounds. The heart of the program is a fast-paced presentation
of physics demonstrations carefully chosen to be entertaining as
well as educational.
The show has been presented by
Professor Clint Sprott on the Madison campus over 170 times to a
total audience of about 60,000. In addition a traveling show has
been developed and presented by physics graduate students and
staff over a thousand times to audiences of all ages throughout
Wisconsin and the nation. A variety of educational tools and
materials have been developed including videos, software, a demo
book and a lecture kit.
Mars Update!
MMSD Planetarium 201 S. Gammon
Rd. Madison, WI 53717 (in the high school) 608-663-6102
Wednesday February 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
http://www.mmsd.org/planetarium
Catch up on the latest discoveries related to the "Red
Planet"! Water flowing, new craters, and more. With 3
orbiting spacecraft, and 2 rovers, this planet is putting on a
great show. Don't miss it! We'll also provide a brief introduction
to the planets and constellations in the current sky. Tickets: $2.
No reservations. Tickets go on sale starting at 6:00 PM. Some
shows do sell out.
The MMSD Planetarium serves
south-central Wisconsin by providing astronomy and space science
related programs and classes for the general public, school
groups, scout groups, and more.
Sheep Shearing for Spectators
A-Z Sheep Farm
1820 Schuster Rd. Oregon, WI - map
Admission: $2.00 per person, 2 & under free
Saturday, February 17, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
http://www.a-zfarm.com/shearing.htm
See where your wool sweater first started. Learn how wool, one of
the oldest fibers used by mankind, is produced and harvested. See
the shearing process, an explanation of wool types and colors,
care of wool and how it is transformed into various articles.
Fleeces can be purchased for spinning, crafts and to be made into
custom blankets. Note: all sheep and activities will be inside.
A-Z Farm is a really neat
place. The activities will take place inside the barn, but
it will still be cold in there, so go layered up. We went to
the lambing barn events (when the new baby sheep are born) last
year and it was great! That event takes place in March.
Children of the Rainforest
Hale O Malo Polynesian Dance
Olbrich Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave.
Saturday, February 17, 10:30 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $3 ($2 kids) Call: 246-4550
http://www.olbrich.org
The Hale O Malo Polynesian
dancers, based in Milwaukee, bring authentic dances, costumes, and
live music from the Polynesian islands. Performances are at 10:30
a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the door for $3 for
adults, $2 for children 12 and under, and free to ages 2 and
under. Come out for some international fun! The Children of the
Rainforest series offers performances for families to celebrate
cultural differences in rainforest regions around the world, and
is generously sponsored by William Wartmann. For more information
call 608-246-4550.
40th Annual Mad City Model
Railroad Show & Sale
Alliant Energy Center,
Exhibition Hall, Madison, WI
February 17-18, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Seniors (65 and older): $7, Adults (12 and older): $8, Children
under 12: $2, Children under 5: FREE
http://www.scwd-nmra.org/febshow.php
All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Admission
prices do not include parking. 90,000 square feet of the
Midwest's biggest and most beautiful model train layouts in Z, N,
HO, S, O and G scales, classic toy trains, and historical exhibits
and railroad videos. Kids can help build a giant wooden train
layout or run a model train. Browse 300+ tables of model
train merchandise: tools, railroad collectibles, videos, models,
books, clothing and artwork. There's also a company store for SCWD
collectibles and clothing. Register for one of the hourly
door prizes. Children aged 5-11 can register to win a Thomas The
Tank Engine HO scale train set; there will be four sets given away
each day!
Note: One of our readers
recommends that you bring your own small step stool for your kids
as it will save you from having to lift your young ones up to
table height! Smart idea!
StageWorks Projects' "Tales
of Hans Christian Anderson"
Stoughton Opera House 381 E. Main St. , Stoughton
Cost: $7 Call: 873-0717
Saturday, February 17, 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm
http://www.stoughtonperformingarts.com
The legendary, ageless stories of Hans Christian Andersen come
vividly to life in StageWorks Projects upcoming production of
Tales of Hans Christian Andersen at the historic Stoughton Opera
House on February 17.
The production will include four of
Andersen’s most beloved tales. The Emperors’ New Clothes tells
a tale of vanity and shows that just because everyone else says
something is so, doesn’t mean it is. The Little Mermaid tells us
that getting what you want sometimes involves great sacrifice. The
Ugly Duckling reveals that someone who is different from everybody
else often has inner qualities that transcend those differences.
Finally, The Swineherd tells what can be lost when someone can’t
see the beauty in everyday things.
Tales of Hans Christian Andersen is
the first foray into non-musical children’s theater by
StageWorks Projects, recently designated as the resident theater
company of the Stoughton Opera House.
Tales of Hans Christian Anderson
tickets are $7.00 General Admission. They can be purchased at the
Stoughton Center for the Performing Arts at 515 East Main St. in
Stoughton, Monday through Thursday from 4:00PM to 9:00PM or call
the StageWorks Projects office anytime at (608) 873-0717. Tickets
can also be purchased at McGlynn Pharmacy and Thrift White Drug
Pharmacy in downtown Stoughton or at the door.
Zor Shrine Circus
Coliseum, Alliant Energy Center 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way
Friday February 16, 7 pm
Saturday February 17, 10 am - 3 pm - 7 pm
Sunday February 18, 1 pm & 5 pm
$16/$12. 274-9884
http://www.shrinecircusinfo.com
It’s time for family fun as the Zor Shrine Circus pulls into
Veterans Memorial Coliseum February 16–18. The Coliseum will be
transformed into a big top as performers thrill children and
adults alike. This year’s lineup includes Menacing motorcycle
Madness, a troupe that executes hair-raising maneuvers as they
race around a steel globe at incredible speeds. www.shrinecircusinfo.com.
All Madison Shrine Circus tickets are priced at $16 for reserved
seats and $12 for general admission tickets - All ticket prices
are good for adult or child, 1 year and older.
Waisman Center Children's
Theatre -
African Fables with the Atwood Players
Waisman Center 1500 Highland Ave., Madison
Sunday, February 18, 1:00pm and 3:00pm
Cost: $2; sign-interpreted Call: 263-5837
http://www.waisman.wisc.edu
African Fables Take a
journey with Anansi the spider as vibrant and rich traditions of
African folklore come to life through engaging stories and
movement. Celebrate Black History Month! Shows at 1pm and 3pm
Science is Fun
UW Space Place 2300 S. Park
St., Suite LL-100, Madison 262-4779
Free workshop for elementary/middle school students
Saturday, February 17 10:00am
http://spaceplace.wisc.edu
Email: kay@sal.wisc.edu
February 17 - "Science is Fun" Hands-on chemistry
experiments for the entire family. Presented by Wisconsin
Institute for Science Literacy.
RSVP for Nighttime in the
Jungle: Rainforest Critters
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI (608) 246-4550
Thursday, February 22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
http://www.olbrich.org
Ages 5+, set for 6:30-8 pm, 2/22, Olbrich Gardens. $9 (bring
flashlight). RSVP by 2/15: 246-4550
Registration deadline: February 15
Explore the Bolz Conservatory after
dark and go on a search for Rainforest critters. Then, craft a
rainforest friend to take home during the Nighttime in the Jungle:
Rainforest Critters class on Thursday, February 22 from 6:30 to 8
p.m. at Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Be sure to bring a flashlight
for your after-dark tour! Keep your eyes on the lookout for birds
in the trees and fish in the stream as you learn about the animals
that live in real tropical rainforests.
The class is designed for children
ages 5 and up. The cost is $7 per child for Olbrich members and $9
per child for the general public. An adult must accompany
children, and adults attend free. Maximum two children per adult.
Early registration is advised since space is limited. Registration
is required by February 15. For more information or to register
call 608-246-4550.
Vilas Zoo
Conservation Carousel
702 S. Randall Ave. 266-4732
Friday, February 23, 10:00am - 2:00pm
http://www.vilaszoo.org
Ride the Conservation Carousel!
On Friday February 23rd and Saturday March 3rd the Conservation
Carousel will be open from 10am-2pm. Rides $1, Come take a spin
and help the polar bears get a cool new home! All proceeds from
this special day will to go toward the construction of the Arctic
Passage, a new habitat for the polar bears and seals.
Henry Vilas Zoo is
open year round - Grounds open daily at 9:30, building hours are
10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m., with the grounds closing at 5:00p.m
YMCA Events
East YMCA-Cottage Grove Rd. (221-1571), West YMCA-Medical Circle
(276-6606) and Sun Prairie YMCA-South St. (837-8221)
http://www.ymcadanecounty.org
Family Carnival - Friday
February 16 • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. West
The Family Carnival offers wild and crazy games and activities for
the entire family. Everyone walks away a winner. Free admission
and 25¢ tickets. Some games may require more than one ticket.
Concessions sold separately. M FREE • P FREE
MadCAP Theatre's "A Year
With Frog & Toad" Musical for kids
Bartell Theatre 113 E. Mifflin St., Madison
Thursdays & Fridays, February 8-16, 9:00 AM & 1:00 PM
Saturdays, February 10 & 17, 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM
$10 ($8 kids). 251-1879
http://www.madcap.org
Twelve performances will take place at the Bartell Theatre, 113 E.
Mifflin Street from Feb 8-17, 2007. Eight performances will be
presented during the school day for preschool and elementary
school age children. Frog and Toad are friends. Swimming in the
pond, sharing dinners and picnics together, flying a kite, and
sledding down the hill, these friends draw young audiences into
their magical world while teaching valuable lessons about
friendship and community. The show is filled with delightful
musical numbers, the well-known literary figures characters and
heart warming woodland tales by Newberry and Caldecott award
winning author Arnold Lobel.
UW Women's Basketball
Kohl Center 601 W. Dayton St. , Madison
$7 adults, and $3 seniors and children, Call: 262-1440
see schedule below
http://www.uwbadgers.com/
A great alternative to the
Men's Basketball team. The UW Women's Basketball events are
a bit more kid friendly and easier to find seats.
| Sunday,
February 18 |
1:30 PM |
vs. Purdue |
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Kids in the Rotunda
Overture Center - 201 State St,
Madison WI 53703 608-258-4177
Saturdays at 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, and 1:00 PM
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 9:30 AM, 11 AM
and 1 PM. The popular performing arts series for children and
families offers a relaxed, kid-friendly 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. All 1 PM shows are
sign language interpreted.
| February |
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| 17 |
Stuart Stotts |
Folksinger
& storyteller |
| 24 |
Tangled Up in
Blue |
A capella
singers |
| March |
|
|
| 3 |
Magic Morgan and
Liliana |
Magicians |
| 10 |
Sparky and
Rhonda Rucker |
Musicians
& storytellers |
| 17 |
Trinity Academy
of Irish Dance |
|
| 24 |
Children's
Arts Festival - International Youth Dance Showcase |
| 31 |
Atwood Players |
The Fisherman
and His Wife |
| April |
|
|
| 7 |
Tom Pease |
Folksinger
& storyteller |
| 14 |
Braier's Magic |
Magician |
| 21 |
Hua Mu Lan |
Chinese dance
troupe |
| 28 |
KG and the
Ranger |
Country-western
entertainment |
| May |
|
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| 5 |
The Handphibians |
Brazilian
rhythms & songs |
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
Here's the schedule of
events at the Children's Museum this week...
| Art
Dabblers: Mittens |
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Fri,
Feb 16, 2007 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Yoga
Storytelling |
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Fri,
Feb 16, 2007 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Edible
Edifice Construction |
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Sat,
Feb 17, 2007 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Edible
Edifice Construction |
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Sun,
Feb 18, 2007 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
| Toddler
Music |
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Mon,
Feb 19, 2007 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Tots
in Motion |
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Tue,
Feb 20, 2007 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Art
Dabblers: Dinosaur Puppets |
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Wed,
Feb 21, 2007 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
| Toddler
Music |
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Thu,
Feb 22, 2007 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM |
| Toddler
Music (session 2) |
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Thu,
Feb 22, 2007 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Art
Dabblers: Dinosaur Puppets |
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Fri,
Feb 23, 2007 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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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.d
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