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EntertainmentThe following events are taking place during the WUC: Art
THAT'S THE TICKET! A Parade of Presidential Elections In honor of this year's presidential election season, the Museum presents this exhibition chronicling the highlights of past races for the White House, from 1856 (the first contest between Republican and Democratic parties) through 2004. Included are more than 300 artifacts and photographs from the rich collections of the Wisconsin Historical Society - political campaign buttons, ribbons, bumper stickers, handbills, broadsides, tickets, pennants, clothing, novelties, and more. Venue: Wisconsin Historical Museum, 30 North Carroll Street, Madison 4/15/2008-11/8/2008 Ticket Info: Museum admission by donation: $4.00/adult, $3.00/child, $10.00/family. Free for WHS members Event Location URL: http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/museum/
Chris Farley Remembered Celebrate the life of comedian and Madison native Chris Farley with this exhibition featuring clothing, props, ephemera, and photographs from his years in Wisconsin and from his career. Artifacts include items from Second City and Saturday Night Live (SNL) and from the films Tommy Boy, Black Sheep, Beverly Hills Ninja, and Almost Heroes. Video clips highlight some of Farley's best SNL moments. The exhibit opens in conjunction with the release of a new biography, The Chris Farley Show, co-written by his brother Tom Farley. Venue: Wisconsin Historical Museum, 30 N. Carroll Street, Madison 5/6/2008 – 11/15/2008 Ticket Info: Museum admission by donation: $4.00/adult, $3.00/child, $10.00/family. Event Location URL: http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/museum
Art Exhibit – The Five Painters Five talented, local painters showcase their interpretations of flowers and other botanical images. Free. Gallery Sundays are made possible by a gift from William Wartmann. Venue: Olbrich Botanical Gardens,
3330 Atwood Avenue, Madison Outdoor Gardens 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Cost is free; donations are appreciated Bolz Conservatory 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (5:00 PM Sundays) Cost is $1 per person, children 5 and under are free. Wednesday and Saturday mornings, 10 a.m. - noon are free for everyone. Event Location URL http://www.olbrich.org
Music and Dance
Piano Fondue A wildly entertaining rock-n-roll dueling pianos show in which small pieces of songs are mixed together into hot medleys and crowds of people gather to partake in its sweet goodness. known to be highly addictive and cause people to sing along loudly. Where: Pedro's East 3555 E Washington Ave., Madison, Wisconsin 53704 When: Tue Aug 26, 8pm-12am Created By: PianoFondue
The Ivory Room Piano Bar Cozy, loungey, piano bar. Sing along to your favorites! Live Music Tuesday through Saturday! Tuesdays: 7 p.m. - 12 a.m.: David
Bicknase, piano requests. ***Please note: The Ivory Room Piano Bar features special guests and holiday hours from time to time, thus the above schedule is subject to change. Please call to confirm exact performances. Venue: The Ivory Room Piano Bar, 116 W. Mifflin St., Madison Tuesday, August 26, 2008 - Sunday, August 31, 2008 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Event Location URL: http://www.ivoryroompianobar.com/
Jazz at Five: Allison Margaret Quintet & David “Fathead” Newman Jazz at Five, now looking forward
to its 15th season in 2008, has become a downtown Madison tradition. The series has
consistently provided exceptional free concerts in a stunning locale - the 100
block of State Street,
where State Street
meets the Capitol Square.
When the sun is shining, and the music is flowing, there is no better place to
be than State Street.
Think blue skies and the setting sun reflected onto the Capitol dome. Wednesday, August 27, 2008 Event Location URL: http://www.jazzat5.org
Brink Lounge Location: Brink Lounge, 701 E. Washington Ave., Madison Events are Free 8-11 pm Wednesdays for the Lindy Connection Event URL: www.lindyconnection.com 7-10 pm Tuesdays for the Tango/Salsa Party Event URL: www.dancefabulousmadison.com
Dance Dance Party
Party Location: Dance Fabulous, 212 N. Henry Street, Madison Open dancing, 7-8:30 pm Sundays Cost: $5
Belly Dancing Mona N'wal's Middle Eastern Dance troupe. Come on in for
great food and fun.
Shows at 8 & 10 pm Fridays & Saturdays
CommunityDane County Farmer’s Market The Dane County Farmers’ Market on the Square is a Saturday and Wednesday tradition in Madison, Wisconsin. You’ll find the season’s best bounty of vegetables, flowers, and specialty products from approximately 300 vendors throughout the year. About 150 vendors attend every Saturday. All of the agriculturally-related items are produced in Wisconsin. Wednesday Market: 8:30am – 2:00pm Outdoors, Rain or Shine, 200 block of Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Saturday Market: 6:00am – 2:00pm Outdoors, Rain or Shine, Around the Capitol Square
Northside Farmers' Market Madison's Northside Farmers Market with over 25 vendors, events, and serving brunch. Sunday mornings, 8:30am to 12:30pm. Across from Warner Park, Sherman Ave. & Northport Drive. Northside TownCenter at Sherman Ave. & Northport Drive Event Location URL: http://northsidefarmersmarket.org
Goodman Pool Visitors to the Goodman Pool will enjoy the 1000 person capacity, 2 waterslides, 8 lane 25-meter lap area with diving boards, and a number of shallow water play features for pre-school aged children, The pool area is complete with a sand play area, concessions, changing rooms, deck chairs, umbrella tables and shade structures. It's a great place to spend your summer! Location: 325 Olin
Ave, Madison Outdoor Flea Market Location: Northgate
Shopping Center Sunday, 8/31/2008 - 8 am to 3 pm
Taste of Madison Join us for Taste of Madison 2008! Labor Day weekend Saturday and Sunday, August 30 & 31 on Capitol Square. Around the Capitol Square Event Location URL: http://www.madisonfestivals.com
Madison Trust's Historic Walking Tour Every Saturday this summer the
Trust will explore a different historic neighborhood, in addition to offering
the popular State St.
tours every week. Our interactive tours are given by experienced and
enthusiastic docents, and each concludes with a free treat at a local
restaurant. Don’t miss these opportunities to enhance your appreciation of Madison’s first 150
years. This weekly tour features the historic buildings of Madison’s famous downtown street, and the stories of the people who lived and worked between the Capitol and the University of Wisconsin campus. The 1-hour tour meets at the House of Wisconsin Cheese, 107 State Street, and ends with a free junior ice cream at the Chocolate Shoppe $5, free for members of the Trust. Meets At 107 State Street: House of Wisconsin Cheese Fee: $5 Event Location URL: http://www.madisontrust.org
Capital Tour The best way to experience the beauty and grandeur of Wisconsin's Capitol building is to see it for yourself. The sixth floor museum and observation deck are open during the summer months. Groups of ten or more can make an on-line reservation for a tour of the State Capitol or call (608)266-0382. Venue: 2 East Main Street, Madison Building is open on weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., weekends and holidays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tours start at the information desk Monday through Saturday at 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 a.m. and 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m.; and Sundays at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m. A 4:00 p.m. tour is offered weekdays (Monday - Friday) Fee: Free
Governor's Mansion Tours The Executive Residence is handicapped accessible. The Executive Residence is located at on Madison's northeast side in the Village of Maple Bluff. Groups of 20 or more are asked to make a reservation by calling 608-246-5501. Location: 99 Cambridge Road, Madison 1-3 pm Thursdays through 8/28
Arboretum Walk: "Prairies and Savannas on the Grady Tract." Enjoy early asters, sunflowers and goldenrods mixed among the grasses. Meet in the Grady Tract parking lot located at the southeast corner of the Beltline and Seminole Highway intersection. Location:
University
of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum Event Location URL: http://uwarboretum.org/events/
Betty Lou Cruises: Beef Lovers Cruise Betty Lou Cruises and the Wisconsin Beef Council present a big, bold, beef buffet! All Public Cruises Require Advance Reservations and Online Booking is Recommended. Lake Mendota Wednesday, August 27, 2008 $50 (Cash Bar), price includes tax and tip Event URL: http://www.bettyloucruises.com
SportsUW-Madison Badgers take on the Akron Zips on Hall of Fame Day. Where: Camp Randall Stadium, 1440 Monroe Street When: Saturday, August 30 at 12:00pm Web Site: http://www.uwbadgers.com
Theater
Church Basement Ladies A celebration of the church basement kitchen and the women who work there, Church Basement Ladies is a new musical comedy featuring four distinct characters and their relationships as they organize the food and solve the problems of a rural Minnesota church about to undergo changes in 1964. From the elderly matriarch of the kitchen to the young bride-to-be learning the proper order of things, we see them handle a record breaking Christmas dinner, the funeral of a dear friend, a Hawaiian Easter Fund Raiser, and, of course, a steaming hot July wedding. They stave off potential disasters, share and debate recipes, instruct the young, and keep the Pastor on due course while thoroughly enjoying, (and tolerating) each other as the true "steel magnolias" of the church. Funny and down to earth, audiences will recognize these ladies as they witness the church year unfold from below the house of God. Where: Overture Center for the Arts 201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703
When: TUE, AUG 12, 2008 - SUN, AUG 31, 2008
ComedyMonkey Business
Institute - Improv Comedy Show Location: Coliseum Bar - 232 E Olin Avenue, Madison Cost: All tickets $7.00 Weekly on Friday @ 8:00pm Atlas Improv Co Atlas Improv Co. presents improv comedy at the Electric Earth Café. Food and alcohol available. 8 PM – Theatresports; 10 PM - A different improv format each week Location: Electric Earth Café, 546 W Washington Ave.
The Comedy Club on State The Comedy Club on State offers a friendly and courteous
staff, hysterically funny entertainers, the intimate atmosphere of a nightclub,
a full service bar, and a high quality sound system. Every Thursday is Showcase
Night, featuring up & coming comics from the Madison,
Milwaukee, and Chicago areas. You can make reservations by
calling: Times and Cost: Thursday 8:30p - $8.00 Friday 8:00p & 10:30p - $10.00 Saturday 8:00p & 10:30p - $10.00 Location: 119 State Street, Madison Event Location URL: http://www.madisoncomedy.com/ Keywords: fun |
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