An extra thanks to April Swe who helps make this weekly update a possibility each week.

July 28 - August 3

The weather-- Hot and sunny for the first part of the week.  Hydrate and Sunblock the kids!

EAA AirVenture
EAA Aviation Center, 3000 Poberezny Road, Oshkosh, WI 54902
Now through Sunday July 30
Adult $32, Student (14-18) $18, Youth (8-13) $13, (7 & under) FREE
http://www.airventure.org/2006/events/kidventure.html
This is not close or cheap, but it's quite an adventure.  This is the largest airshow in the world!  What makes it great for kids is their KidVenture area with tons and tons of stuff for kids.  They have pedal powered airplane cars, hands on remote controlled airplane lessons, build your own gliders, interactive booths, and more.  The main AirVenture area includes tours of many different airplanes. 

If you go, bring a wagon or oversized stroller (the off-road type).  Fill it with plenty of drinks, snacks, sun block, and some airplane related toys/trinkets from the dollar store.  They have food on-site and a gift shop, but expect to pay a premium.  Expect to do some major walking-- much of it through fields.  Don't expect to see any air conditioning along the way-- so if it's really hot, be prepared!  Some of the airshow airplanes are loud-- really, really loud!  So bring ear protection for anyone with sensory issues.  Oh, and one last challenge... the highway system is not designed to handle the type of traffic that will be there with you, so expect a small traffic jam on your way in and out.  Gee, I sure hope this paragraph hasn't talked you out of going, because it really is a fun event despite the challenges for families.

Fiesta Hispana
Warner Park, Shreman Avenue 255-3018
Saturday, July 29, 2006 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
http://centrohispanomadison.org 
Fiesta Hispana is the premier latino and hispanic cultural festival in the Dane County area. All activities are free including parking. Authenic food is available for purchase throughout the day.

Main Stage
11:00 AM to 12:15 PM DJ's Latin American Music
12:15 PM to 1:00 PM Argentine Tango
1:15 PM to 2:15 PM Tony Castaneda's Latin Jazz Sextet
2:30 PM to 3:15 PM Taiwanaku-South American Folkloric Dance
3:30 PM to 4:00 PM Fiesta Hispana/Latino Arts Youth All-Stars
4:15 PM to 5:15 PM Candela-Bachata, Cumbia, Salsa
5:45 PM to 6:45 PM Ballet Folkorico de Mexico
7:00 PM to 7:30 PM Fiesta Hispana/Latino Arts Youth All-Stars
8:00 PM to 10:00 PM Central American All-Stars featuring Guillermo Anderson, Romulo Castro and Gregorio Landau

Youth Tent
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM Guillermo Anderson
5:15 PM to 6:00 PM Fiesta Hispana/Latino Arts All-Stars
6:15 Pm to 7:15 PM Lirica Secreta-Reggaeton
7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Hispanic Panic/Elements of Change

Oregon National Night Out Against Crime
Oregon Area Fire/EMS District 131 Spring St. Oregon, WI 835-3697
Tuesday, August 1, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
http://www.oregonwi.com 
Activities at Oregon Area Fire/EMS station and along Spring Street include free food, tours of police cars, fire trucks, ambulance and public works equipment, safety demonstrations, games & business booths. A safety skit will be performed at 6:30pm and safety games for kids will take place at 7pm.

Lakeside Cinema - Dick Tracy
UW Union Terrace
Monday, July 31, 8:30 pm
http://www.union.wisc.edu/film 
Enjoy free films on Mondays at dusk (approximately 8:30) on the Memorial Union Terrace! It's like an old-time drive-in without the cars. With Lake Mendota as the backdrop, come down to the Union, grab something from the Brat Stand, Lakefront on Langdon or the Rathskeller and enjoy this summer's theme, "Books on Film." Memorial Union - Terrace. Free!

Kids Day at the Zoo 
Henry Vilas Zoo, 702 S. Randall Ave.
http://www.zoobenefit.com/   
http://www.vilaszoo.org/  
July 29, 9:30a.m. - 2:00p.m.
A highlight of the Kids day will be an announcement of the GO passport winner. Physicians Plus kicked off the GO (Get Out) program at Kids day last year, getting over 10,000 children to participate this year in a campaign that shows it "pays to play", keeping keeping them healthy, active and engaged.
Physicians Plus will be presenting the winning passport holder a Rainbow Play Structure and kicking off another exciting year at the Kids Day Event.

Get your new passport and start getting some stamps right here at the Zoo. Green Bay Packer Legends Gilbert Brown, Santana Dotson, Brian Williams and Gary Ellerson will join us for Kids Day, giving "Autographs for Action" , 10:30- 12:30, awarding autographs to children who perform simple physical activities, sharing Super Bowl stories and celebrating the GO program. 

Giggle, Wiggle, Jiggle: Baby Does Disco With DJ Nick Nice
Saturday, July 29 12:00noon-4:00pm - $4 ($12 family of four) 255-5900
Café Montmartre 127 E. Mifflin St. 255-5900
DJ Nick Nice spinning parent-friendly and kid-approved tunes!
Juice and snacks provided; special family menu available; bar will be open.  An opportunity for parents to socialize while their kids dance to the best boogies from the '70s and beyond.  This activity is best suited for the 5 and under crowd.  I would highly recommend it.

First Act Children's Theatre's "The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe"
Stage version of C.S. Lewis' classic
Oakwood Village-West 6201 Mineral Point Rd. 230-4699
Friday, July 28 6:30 pm Free 358-9572
A wonderfully staged version of this exciting children's story, complete with all of the original characters! Suitable for children age 3 and up.  The Friday evening performance (6/28) is open to the public. Seating begins at 6:15 and the curtain is at 6:30. Seating is limited to 250 and there are no advanced reservations. The show is free of charge.

Atwood Summerfest
Atwood Community Center fund-raiser
Atwood Avenue's 2000-2100 blocks 241-1574
Saturday, July 29 12:00noon-7:00pm
http://www.atwoodcc.com 
Join the residents of Madison's near east side for the return of this great neighborhood celebration. The fest has games and activities for kids, food and craft vendors, street entertainment and multiple stages with live music.

The festival needs street entertainers, food vendors, crafters and artists of all kinds. If you would like to participate as a vendor or volunteer, call 241-1574 ext. 30.

All proceeds benefit the programs of the Atwood Community Center. The Center is one of the busier neighborhood centers in Madison. Atwood Community Center offers programs for preschool through teens, programs for older adults, a community transportation program, a free community meal and a walk-in food pantry.

All Three Stage line-ups set for Atwood Summerfest
The 24th Annual Atwood Summerfest, sponsored by the Atwood Community Center, will be Saturday, July 29, 2006, from Noon-7 pm.

Harmony Bar Stage
12:00 The Buffali
1:00 The Midwesterners
2:10 World's Greatest Lovers
3:20 Benefits of Being Paranoid
4:30 Madison Jazz Orchestra
6:00 Paul Cebar and the Milwaukeeans

Maximum Ink / Berghoff Rock Stage
12:00 Baghdad Scuba Review
1:15 Yid Vicious
2:15 Reptile Palace Orchestra
3:30 Rockstar Gomeroke
4:45 Adam Isaac & the People
5:45 Supa Ranks and his Rock Stone High Power

Mennenga Tax and Financial Service Family Stage
12:00 Banana Lady
1:15 Estudiantina Panamericana
2:15 Steve & Friends
3:15 Salaam Shalom
4:15 Eliza Tyksinski

Madtown Liberty Players: "Liberty and Justice: A Love Story"
5:15 pm

http://madlibplayers.org 
players@madlibplayers.org 

Liberty and Justice's loving partnership is under attack from Wisconsin's pending marriage ban amendment! Who can stop the mustachioed, axe-wielding Amendment's wanton destruction, and save true love? Political street theater with 8-foot tall giant puppets at Atwood Summerfest, by Madtown Liberty Players.

Sugar Maple Traditional Music Festival
Lake Farm County Park 4330 Libby Rd. 241-9152 Madison
Friday, July 28 - Saturday, July 29
http://www.sugarmaplefest.org 
The Four Lakes Traditional Music Collective (FLTMC) has announced artistic line-up for its annual Sugar Maple Traditional Music Festival, which returns July 28-29, 2006 to Lake Farm County Park in Madison.

More information, schedules, music workshops and kids activities will soon be announced at www.sugarmaplefest.org.

ADVANCE TICKETS AVAILABLE AT…
Willy Street Co-op, 1221 Williamson Street, (608) 251-6776; The Exclusive Company, 508 State St, (608) 255-2433; The Exclusive Company, 7475 Mineral Point Rd. (608) 829-2066; Spruce Tree Music, 851 East Johnson, (608) 255-2254

Ticket prices:
2-Day Pass: $22 (early-bird pricing thru June 29 only!), $28/adv; Friday: $13/adv, $15/gate; Saturday: $17/adv, $20/gate; 12 & under FREE/gate; $1 donation to Dane County Parks Commission per ticket included.

TENT STAGE FRI. 7/28, 4:30-10PM
01:00pm - gates open camping check-in begins
04:30pm - Caravan Gypsy Swing (Hot jazz from Wisconsin - www.hotstringswing.com/)
05:40pm - Mike & Amy Finders Band (Folk/grass from Iowa - www.mikeandamyfinders.com/)
07:00pm - Guy Davis* (Rural blues from New York - www.guydavis.com/)
08:30pm - Lost Bayou Ramblers* (Cajun from Louisiana - www.lostbayouramblers.com/)
10:30pm - park closes to non-campers
*Indicates Performance and Saturday Workshop (see Learning Stage)

TENT STAGE SAT. 7/29, Noon-10PM
11:00am - gates open
12:00pm - DitchLilies (Old-time from Minnesota - www.myspace.com/ditchlilies)
01:30pm - the everybodyfields* (Appalachian from Tenn. - www.theeverybodyfields.com/)
03:00pm - Kevin Tubb & the Lonely Stars (Americana from Wisconsin - www.kevintubb.com/)
04:25pm - Hunger Mt Boys* (Early country from Mass. - www.hungermountainboys.com/)
05:45pm - Lost Bayou Ramblers* (Cajun from Louisiana - www.lostbayouramblers.com/)
07:00pm - Audie Blaylock & Redline* (Bluegrass from Michigan - www.audieblaylock.com/)
08:45pm - Devil in A Woodpile* (Ragtime/blues from Illinois - www.devilinawoodpile.com/)
10:30pm - park closes to non-campers
*Indicates Performance and Saturday Workshop (see Learning Stage)

LEARNING STAGE SAT. 7/29, Noon-7:30pm
12:30pm - Kay Weeden (bilingual kids' music and stories)
01:30pm - Kids activity area opens
01:35pm - workshop tbd
02:35pm - David Landau (kids' music and sing along)
03:45pm - workshop tbd
04:40pm - workshop tbd
05:35pm - workshop tbd
06:35pm - workshop tbd
08:00pm - camp fire open jam
10:30pm - park closes to non-campers

Sat 7/29/06 2:00: pm Art of the Slide - A rare, if not once-in-a-lifetime, chance to learn slide steel and acoustic blues guitar from Madison Native Joel Paterson together with Red House recording artist Guy Davis.

ALL-STAR Saturday
STAR Cinema 6091 McKe Road - Hwy PD Madison / Fitchburg, WI
Saturday, July 29, 2006 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$5.75 a ticket (Cash only, no passes accepted) 
shammer@icc-wi.org 
http://icc-wi.org 
ICC is a nonprofit organization that imagines the capacity of a child with a disability when parents, school teachers, classmates and the community have a wide and diverse array of tools to support that child reaching his or her fullest potential.  This move event features: Lower movie volume Higher theatre lights “Break area” available Accepting and Inviting atmosphere Seats are limited: Please reserve your seats today by calling 204-6246 ex. 62 or e-mailing shammer@icc-wi.org. Portions of proceeds will go to benefit ICC to continue to make events like this possible.

Music at Greenway Station
Saturdays 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Greenway Station Shopping Center, Middleton WI
http://www.greenwayshopping.com/promotions.asp
FIND YOURSELF IN THE GROOVE - Find yourself enjoying the sounds of summer at Greenway Station with FREE live performances by top area musicians. Bring a chair or blanket and kickback and relax while music fills the air. Concerts take place near Cold Stone Creamery.  Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy during the music for an inexpensive evening out as the restaurants get really crowded during events there.

• July 29 Ken Wheaton Quartet gershwin, porter, rogers & hart classics

• August 5 Primitive Culture funky, bluesy and reggae grooves

• August 12 OD TAPO IMI Steel Drum Trio island music and high energy fun

• August 19 Gerri DiMaggio and World Jazz sultry jazz vocals

• August 26 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

WaunaFest
Thursday July 27 to Sunday July 30
Centennial Park, Waunakee 849-5977
http://www.waunafest.org
Waunafest is a annual community event featuring a carnival, craft fair, softball and volleyball tournaments, 10K run, beer tent, food stands, variety shows, bands, entertainment and much more!

Carnival & midway, food, entertainment. Thursday: Teen dance 7:30 pm ($5). Friday: Talent show semi-finals 4:30 pm, Denny Dean & the Cadillac Cowboyz 9 pm. Saturday: Run 8 am (registration 6:30 am, Village Park, $18), craft show 9 am-5 pm, Super Tuesday 9 pm. Sunday: Parade noon, talent show finals 3 pm, Bob Klinger Band 3 pm. Schedule: www.waunafest.org or 849-5977

Family Night at Camp Randall
Camp Randall Stadium, 1440 Monroe St. 262-1440
Tuesday, August 1 5:30pm
http://www.uwbadgers.com/sport_news/general_sport/headlines/full_story.aspx?story_id=2006_07_07_06_56_50_gs 
Free family-friendly event for all ages, starting at 5:30 pm, 8/1 at Camp Randall Stadium, with music by the Cash Box Kings 6 pm, showing of the movie (on the huge videoboards), "The Incredibles," 7:30 pm, plus Bucky Badger, face-painting, balloon artists & inflatable games. Families encouraged to bring blankets & picnic food and enter through gates 1 & 4. Free parking in UW Lots 16, 17, 18 & 19. No grills, pets, alcohol, chairs, glass containers or chewing gum please. Concessions available. 262-1440

The event, which is free of charge and open to all Badger fans, features a variety of activities. Stadium gates will open at 5:30 p.m. The Cash Box Kings, a Madison-area blues band, will play at 6 p.m. Bucky Badger will be there, along with a face painter and balloon artist, inflatable games and more.

Bucky's Locker Room and stadium concession stands will be open throughout the evening.

Summer Fun Daze
Saturday, July 29, 11 am-9 pm
Downtown Mazomanie 795-4909
http://www.mazomaniemills.com/summerfun.htm  
Rediscover downtown Mazomanie at the first-ever "Summer Fun Daze." This family-focused event has everything a summer day needs—live music, children's activities, food, frozen treats, sidewalk sales, organic farmers' market, art exhibits and plenty of fun! www.mazomaniemills.com 

Toddler Story & Stroll: Butterfly Edition
Olbrich Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave. 246-4550
Tuesdays July 25-August 8, 10:00am $3/child ($6 series). 246-4550
http://www.olbrich.org 
The Toddler Story and Stroll is for children who are walking up to age 4. The cost for each class is $3 per child for the public, and $2 per child for Olbrich Botanical Society members. The cost for the entire series (3 sessions) is $4 per child for Olbrich members and $6 per child for the general public. An adult must accompany children, and adults attend free. Registration is not required.

For more information, call 608-246-4550. For membership information, call 608-246-4724. Olbrich Botanical Gardens is located in Madison, Wisconsin on the shore of Lake Monona at 3330 Atwood Avenue. Visit Olbrich's website at www.olbrich.org.

Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
Friday, July 28th Westside Andy/Mel Ford Band 6:00PM-9:00PM
Sunday, July 30th Africa Alive!! 1:00PM-6:00PM
Wednesday, August 2nd Good Neighbor Night
http://www.capital-brewery.com/events/music.html
www.kidlinksworld.org 
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.

On Sunday there is a great event that benefits children in South Africa.  Here is the scoop:

ENTERTAINMENT:
Tani Daikite and the Malian Blues Band
Phat Phunktion
African Dancers and Drummers

Crafts for Sale, Kids Entertainment, Food Vendors, Door Prizes, Silent Auction and other festivities! For more information visit www.kidlinksworld.org 

Africa Alive will take place at Capital Brewery in Middleton on Sunday July 30th from 1.00pm - 6.00pm, Suggested Donation will be $10.00 at the door, $5.00 for kids under 16 years old. A Beer tasting and tour will take place at 2.00pm and 4.00pm for an additional $2.75 per person. Live Music, Dancing, Drumming, Crafts for Sale, Kids Entertainment, Food Vendors, Door Prizes and other festivities will take place!

KidlinksWorld is a Wisconsin Non Profit organization Whose goal is to organize events that bring people and cultures together to support Aids orphans in Africa.

KidlinksWorld Inc is a recently formed, Madison-based, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children in our global society and to serving the world's most underserved. In line with these goals, Kidlinks is launching Africa Alive!

The event is a fundraiser for two AIDS orphan projects in South Africa and the Siyazakha School Playground Project in the Eastern Cape, South Africa.

Leratong Pre School , Johannesburg, South Africa When the people of Al! exander Township saw more and more of its people suffering from HIV/AIDS, often parents with small children, one woman decided to take action. She knocked on doors for money to build a small, cheery school that has become a refuge, a positive place where children could come and learn and get one good meal each day. . Through generous donations, Leratong can now house 12 of the most at risk kids and care for 130 others on a daily basis. Kidlinks has been a Leratong sponsor for 3 years and is responsible for the food garden that was built for Leratong two years ago. For more information see www.kidlinksworld.org

Ikageng Itireleng Aids Ministry, Soweto, Johannesburg is a non governmental organization that cares for 912 AIDS orphans spread throughout approximately 300 households in Soweto. Ikageng is not an orphanage; rather the children live in their own homes with the oldest sibling or sometimes a grandmother, running the! home. Ikageng attempts to provide everything parents woul! d provid e for their children. This means food, shelter, education, medical care, clothing, electricity, counseling, etc. Ikageng came to Madison about two years ago, via one of the trustees of the organization and since that time a number of individuals and organizations have supported Ikageng. For more information see www.Ikageng.org.za

Siyazakha School Playground Project
Many schools in South Africa are under funded and have very limited resources. Kidlinks is organizing work groups to rural schools to help upgrade their playground facilities and to help create food garden projects.

This past March, a group of Madison, Wisconsin, Landscape Contractors sponsored by Kidlinks visited South Africa to build a playground at the Ikhwili Primary School in Kei Mouth, Eastern Cape. It was so successful, that the group is planning another trip in January of 2007 to build a garden and play facilities for the adjoining Siyazakha Secondary School.

Mallards Baseball 
Warner Park - 2920 N. Sherman Avenue
Friday, July 28 7:05pm; Saturday, July 29 6:05pm
http://www.mallardsbaseball.com
For family value, minor league ball is 10 times better than the majors!  It's $6 for adults and $4 for kids.  Bring your kids baseball mitts and a few balls.  When they get restless, take them to the hill behind the grandstands to play catch!  Take your camera to get a photo op with the larger than life mallard mascot!

BisonRidge Ranch July Fest
BisonRidge Ranch W5707 Cty Rd D Montello, WI 53949 608-589-5500
Saturday, July 29 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
http://www.bisonridgeranch.com 
OK, it's a bit of a drive away, but this sounded so incredibly off-the-wall that it had to be a fun event!  Here's the scoop...

Visitors will find much to do. There will be wagon rides out to see the bison herd, feed Teddy the Bull and take pictures of the frisky new calves. A tour of the “buffalo hospital” includes a video of an actual fall round-up. There will be pony rides for the kids, provided by Meyers.

Bednarek's Bison is serving bison burgers, brats and ice cold drinks. Timm from WDKM will entertain your with his collection of county classic music and Fritter the Clown brings her face paints and balloons.

BisonRidge Ranch Gift Shop promises many gift and meat specials.

The BisonRidge "Buffaleros" guarantee great family fun rain or shine!

For more information call 608-589-5500 or visit www.BisonRidgeRanch.com

Children's Class: Butterfly Arts and Crafts 
Obrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue 246-4724
Thursday, July 27, 2006 1:00 PM - Thursday, August 10, 2006
http://www.olbrich.org 
Children will make a different insect art project each week to take home. This one-hour class for kids ages 4 and up is offered every Thursday afternoon during Olbrich's Blooming Butterflies event. Classes are July 20 and 27, and August 3 and 10 from 1 to 2p.m.

The cost is $3 per child for Soicety Members and $4 per child for the general public. Registration is required and deadlines are one week prior to the class. For more information, or to register for the class, call 608-246-4550 or visit Olbrich's website at www.olbrich.org.

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

Jul 29, 2006 10:30 AM		Meet Arthur!		Costume Character		Children's		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 31, 2006 10:30 AM		Amy's Story Corner		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Aug 01, 2006 10:30 AM		Various Themes		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Aug 01, 2006 10:30 AM		Super Sarah Storytime		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

Aug 01, 2006 02:00 PM		Creativity Camp Write and illustrate your original picture book!		Other		Young Readers (ages 8-12), Writing		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Aug 02, 2006 07:00 PM		Pajamarama		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

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.

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.  

Note: Ten school libraries have summer hours
http://www.madison.k12.wi.us/cso/news/summer_library.htm  

Ten school libraries will keep their doors open to readers this summer to provide easy access for city elementary age students to check out books from school libraries. Access to all libraries is open to elementary students throughout the city attending public and private schools.

Schools include the extended learning summer school sites of Gompers, Hawthorne, Huegel, Leopold, and Schenk. Each site opens with the start of summer school on June 19 and runs through July 28 with hours 8 a.m. — noon, Monday-Friday. Hours will change after July 28 with extended hours through August 18 (see attached sheet for hours). Cherokee Middle School will also be open for middle school students, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon during extended learning summer school.

Four other elementary schools — Emerson, Franklin, Lindbergh and Muir — will be opened for ten hours each week from June 19 through August 18. Open hours will vary with the site (see below).

The BEAT the HEAT—READ program's goal rests in the belief that children need to read to become better readers. Research shows that higher achieving students read three times as much per week as lower-achieving students. This program is a cooperative effort developed within two divisions of the Department of Teaching and Learning: Library and Media Services and Language Arts and Reading.

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Children's Class: Breakfast for the Butterflies
Obrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue 246-4550
Wednesday, August 2, 2006 9:00 AM
Wednesday, August 9, 2006 9:00 AM
http://www.olbrich.org 
A behind-the-scenes class that helps Olbirch staff get ready for a busy day with the butterflies. Children will prepare butterfly food and learn about where the butterflies come from and how they are cared for. Classes are for children ages 8 and older and the cost is $4 per child for Society members and $5 per child for the general public.

Registration deadlines are July 20 for the July 26 class, July 27 for the August 2 class, and August 3 for the August 9 class. For more information or to register, call 608-246-4550 or visit Olbrich's website at www.olbrich.org.

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

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square
Location Capitol Square Madison, WI 257-0638
Wednesday, June 28 - Wednesday, August 2, 3:00PM - 9:00PM
http://www.wcoconcerts.org
The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square is a series of six free Wednesday-evening concerts on the the State Capitol Square. 3:00 - blankets can be placed on the Capitol Lawn 5:00 - Kids' Area opens 7:00 - Concert begins

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.

July 21 - July 27 

The weather-- Cooler all week but watch for rain.

Bike for Boys & Girls Club
Saturday, July 22, 2006 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Edgewood High School
bike4bgc@bgcdc.org 
http://bike4bgc.org 
This is a great event that we did in 2003 and 2004 when it was named the Trek Ride for Kids.

Bike for Boys & Girls Club brings family, friends, co-workers and neighbors together for a fun filled ride through Madison one summer morning every year. Money raised helps the Boys & Girls Club of Dane County provide programs that inspire and empower disadvantaged local kids. After you have Crossed the finish line, join hundred of riders at the post-ride party of cold drinks and even colder ice cream. You can get involved as an individual rider or join a team. Cyclists of all ages and abilities can join in on one of three planned routes. Sign up today and bring hope to Dane County kids.

First Annual Wisconsin Dells Airshow
Baraboo-Dells Municipal Airport Baraboo, WI 866-759-8724
Saturday, July 22, 2006 - Sunday, July 23, 2006
I believe this is that airport you see on the right side of the road as you head up towards the Dells on Hwy 12.  Sounds like a promising event.

Headlining the classic aviation event will be the first-ever “American Barnstormers Tour,” which is a nostalgic salute to the daring young men and women who ventured across America during the 1920's seeking fame and fortune in their biplanes.

Other event headliners include a vintage B-25 Mitchell “Pacific Theatre” Bomber from the Collins Foundation, a Douglas DC-3 from the Prairie Aviation Museum, a Supermarine Spitfire, and other exciting airshow aerobatic acts, including Bob Davis, Mike Vakin, Larry Schalsinger, and other airshow acts performing daily from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Additional highlights include aviation displays and demonstrations, food, beverages, concessions, and a unique Baraboo Craft Fair.

Lakeside Cinema - James and the Giant Peach
UW Union Terrace
Monday, July 24, 8:30 pm
http://www.union.wisc.edu/film 
Enjoy free films on Mondays at dusk (approximately 8:30) on the Memorial Union Terrace! It's like an old-time drive-in without the cars. With Lake Mendota as the backdrop, come down to the Union, grab something from the Brat Stand, Lakefront on Langdon or the Rathskeller and enjoy this summer's theme, "Books on Film." Memorial Union - Terrace. Free!

Hoopla at the Zoo - Animal facts by zoo staff & improv by Comedy Sportz
Thursday, July 25 2:00 p.m.
Henry Vilas Zoo, 702 S. Randall Ave., 266-4733
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org 
Improv group Comedy Sportz entertains kids and caregivers with hilarious jokes and skits. Zoo staff present fun facts about animals at the zoo. Come early to see the animals and stay for tons of comic fun and face painting.

Wednesday Night Live Concert Series - Westside Andy
Grundahl Park, Blue Mounds Street & Parkway, Mount Horeb, WI 53572
Wednesday, July 26, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
http://www.trollway.com/  
The Summer Frolic presents concerts in the Park every Wednesday evening in July at Grundahl Park. Alternate rain location is Grumpy Troll Brew Pub, 105 S. Second Street.

For more information, please contact: 608-437-5914, info@trollway.com 

Music at Greenway Station
Saturdays 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Greenway Station Shopping Center, Middleton WI
http://www.greenwayshopping.com/promotions.asp
FIND YOURSELF IN THE GROOVE - Find yourself enjoying the sounds of summer at Greenway Station with FREE live performances by top area musicians. Bring a chair or blanket and kickback and relax while music fills the air. Concerts take place near Cold Stone Creamery.  Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy during the music for an inexpensive evening out as the restaurants get really crowded during events there.

• July 22 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

• July 29 Ken Wheaton Quartet gershwin, porter, rogers & hart classics

• August 5 Primitive Culture funky, bluesy and reggae grooves

• August 12 OD TAPO IMI Steel Drum Trio island music and high energy fun

• August 19 Gerri DiMaggio and World Jazz sultry jazz vocals

• August 26 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

WaunaFest
Thursday July 27 to Sunday July 30
Centennial Park, Waunakee 849-5977
http://www.waunafest.org
Waunafest is a annual community event featuring a carnival, craft fair, softball and volleyball tournaments, 10K run, beer tent, food stands, variety shows, bands, entertainment and much more!

Carnival & midway, food, entertainment. Thursday: Teen dance 7:30 pm ($5). Friday: Talent show semi-finals 4:30 pm, Denny Dean & the Cadillac Cowboyz 9 pm. Saturday: Run 8 am (registration 6:30 am, Village Park, $18), craft show 9 am-5 pm, Super Tuesday 9 pm. Sunday: Parade noon, talent show finals 3 pm, Bob Klinger Band 3 pm. Schedule: www.waunafest.org or 849-5977

Explore the Outdoors!
Waisman Center Discovery Garden 1500 Highland Ave 263-5837
Sunday, July 23, 2006 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
http://www.waisman.wisc.edu 
Jive outside with the Madgadders Band as they kick off the afternoon with raucous musical merryment for the whole family. The fun continues with surf and turf interactive educational activites - explore a dry-docked kayak and canoe up close while learning paddling and water safety tips from the folks at Rutabaga Paddlesports; perfect you gardening skills and plant your own native plant (to take home!) with a UW Arboretum guide. Face-painting and more!

Warner Park Summer Concert Series: The Tony Casteneda Latin Jazz Sextet 
Monday, July 24, 2006 6:15 PM - 7:45 PM 
Warner Park Shelter 1625 Northport Dr.
khoyer-winfield@nescoinc.org 
http://www.nescoinc.org 
Enjoy a warm evening in the park with the sounds of The Tony Casteneda Latin Jazz Sextet. Food is available.

Toddler Story & Stroll: Butterfly Edition
Olbrich Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave. 246-4550
Tuesdays July 25-August 8, 10:00am $3/child ($6 series). 246-4550
http://www.olbrich.org 
The Toddler Story and Stroll is for children who are walking up to age 4. The cost for each class is $3 per child for the public, and $2 per child for Olbrich Botanical Society members. The cost for the entire series (3 sessions) is $4 per child for Olbrich members and $6 per child for the general public. An adult must accompany children, and adults attend free. Registration is not required.

For more information, call 608-246-4550. For membership information, call 608-246-4724. Olbrich Botanical Gardens is located in Madison, Wisconsin on the shore of Lake Monona at 3330 Atwood Avenue. Visit Olbrich's website at www.olbrich.org.

Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
Friday, July 21st Sunspot (Rock) 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.

Dane County Fair
Alliant Energy Center 
Tuesday-Sunday July 18-23 - Adults $6, ages 5-12 $3, under 5 FREE, free parking
http://www.danecountyfair.com/home.cfm
It's time again for the big fair!  There is a lot to do in one space ranging from animal exhibits, to carnival rides, to live entertainment.  Detailed events schedule is located at http://www.danecountyfair.com/today.cfm. 

Mallards Baseball 
Warner Park - 2920 N. Sherman Avenue
Friday, July 21 7:05pm; Saturday, July 22 6:05pm; Sunday, July 16 6:05pm
http://www.mallardsbaseball.com
For family value, minor league ball is 10 times better than the majors!  It's $6 for adults and $4 for kids.  Bring your kids baseball mitts and a few balls.  When they get restless, take them to the hill behind the grandstands to play catch!  Take your camera to get a photo op with the larger than life mallard mascot!

DeForest Concerts in the Park
DeForest Fireman’s Park DeForest, WI 608-846-2922
Tuesday, July 25, 2006 6:30 PM
http://www.deforest.lib.wi.us/concertsinthepark.htm 
Enjoy terrific family friendly entertainment Tuesday evenings. Cub Scout Pack 35 will be scooping the ice cream and pouring the root beer to make their famous floats and Cabin Time Kettle Corn will be filling the air with the wonderful sound and smell of popcorn to make this a great family event. Hot dogs, and brats will also be for sale at the log cabin.

If you have any questions about the concerts, please feel free to contact the DeForest Area Public Library at 846-5482.

July 25 The Amazing Al Magic Show
Come and enjoy the humor and magical illusions presented by the Amazing Al.

Chase Concerts on the Rooftop at Monona Terrace
Exhibition Hall, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Thursday, July 27 6:00PM - 8:00PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Spend your summer evenings on the rooftop of Monona Terrace. Listen to some of the area's best music while enjoying the spectacular views of Lake Monona and the Capitol. Community Concerts are open to the public at no charge, so bring your family and friends. Concerts are casual in style. Seating on the rooftop is limited so bring a blanket or lawn chair.

Concessions (sandwiches, snacks, beer, wine, cocktails, and soft drinks) are available beginning at 5:30PM. 

JULY
27 Axel Grease- Maximum Retro Rock 'N' Roll

Children's Class: Butterfly Arts and Crafts 
Obrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue 246-4724
Thursday, July 27, 2006 1:00 PM - Thursday, August 10, 2006
http://www.olbrich.org 
Children will make a different insect art project each week to take home. This one-hour class for kids ages 4 and up is offered every Thursday afternoon during Olbrich's Blooming Butterflies event. Classes are July 20 and 27, and August 3 and 10 from 1 to 2p.m.

The cost is $3 per child for Soicety Members and $4 per child for the general public. Registration is required and deadlines are one week prior to the class. For more information, or to register for the class, call 608-246-4550 or visit Olbrich's website at www.olbrich.org.

Achi-Kids
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Thursday, July 27 6:00PM - 8:00PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
$5 per child per program/ $4 per child for groups of 5 or more - Fee covers material costs
Learn about the art and science of architecture through engaging, hands-on activities for kids age 8-12. A different theme is addressed each week. Advanced registration is required; call 608.261.4062 to register, as space will fill quickly.

July 27 Textile Block Design
Create your own "textile block" like those Frank Lloyd Wright designed for houses in Los Angeles. You will develop your own abstract pattern and then imprint it in plaster. This take home piece will look cool in your house or backyard garden!

Lakeside Kids!
Rooftop - Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Wednesday, July 26 - 10:00am - 11:00am
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Come to the Monona Terrace rooftop on Wednesday mornings and enjoy this fun children's program. Local performers and organizations will provide entertainment, hands-on fun, and learning for children ages 4 to 8.

In the event of inclement weather, program will be moved inside. Please call (608) 261-4042 after 8:30AM the day of event for program location.

July
26 MadTown Twisters - Performance

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

Jul 22, 2006 10:30 AM		Magic Tree House Club New book each month		Book Group		Children's, Beginning Readers (ages 5-8)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 22, 2006 10:30 AM		Magic Tree House club		Book Group		Children's		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 22, 2006 11:15 AM		Learn Spanish Club		Conversation Group		Children's, Beginning Readers (ages 5-8)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 24, 2006 10:30 AM		Amy's Story Corner		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 25, 2006 10:30 AM		Various Themes		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road

Jul 25, 2006 10:30 AM		Super Sarah Storytime		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 25, 2006 02:00 PM		Creativity Camp Write and illustrate your original picture book!		Other		Young Readers (ages 8-12), Writing		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 26, 2006 02:00 PM		Summer Reading Activity Program: Sneak Preview of Beauty and the Beast		Musical Performance				Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 26, 2006 07:00 PM		Pajamarama		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

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.

McFarland Public Library
5920 Milwaukee Street
http://www.mcfarland.wi.us/calendar.asp
See list below:

Preschool Story Time "Furry Tales"
Tuesday, July 25 10:30AM-11:30AM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
This summer series of 30-minute programs is for young children up to age 6. An enjoyable mix of books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Drop on in!

“Luke Loves to Listen”
Tuesday, July 25 2:00PM-3:00PM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
Have you ever read aloud to a pet? Luke, a therapy dog, is a big fan of reading – especially when kids read to him at the library! Sign up and read aloud to a handsome black Labrador this summer. For independent readers up to grade 5. Please 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.

Registration is not necessary for the preschool craft and storytimes. Please note that activities that require pre-registration below are proceeded by an asterisk (*). All programs start at 2 p.m. unless noted. Special events include:

*Thursday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m. - Miniature Aquariums with Dr. David Watson.
Friday, July 21 - Teen Program: Wild Animal Jeopardy! - Be a part of a team and test your animal knowledge.

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.  

Note: Ten school libraries have summer hours
http://www.madison.k12.wi.us/cso/news/summer_library.htm  

Ten school libraries will keep their doors open to readers this summer to provide easy access for city elementary age students to check out books from school libraries. Access to all libraries is open to elementary students throughout the city attending public and private schools.

Schools include the extended learning summer school sites of Gompers, Hawthorne, Huegel, Leopold, and Schenk. Each site opens with the start of summer school on June 19 and runs through July 28 with hours 8 a.m. — noon, Monday-Friday. Hours will change after July 28 with extended hours through August 18 (see attached sheet for hours). Cherokee Middle School will also be open for middle school students, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon during extended learning summer school.

Four other elementary schools — Emerson, Franklin, Lindbergh and Muir — will be opened for ten hours each week from June 19 through August 18. Open hours will vary with the site (see below).

The BEAT the HEAT—READ program's goal rests in the belief that children need to read to become better readers. Research shows that higher achieving students read three times as much per week as lower-achieving students. This program is a cooperative effort developed within two divisions of the Department of Teaching and Learning: Library and Media Services and Language Arts and Reading.

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Children's Class: Breakfast for the Butterflies
Obrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue 246-4550
Wednesday, July 26, 2006 9:00 AM
Wednesday, August 2, 2006 9:00 AM
Wednesday, August 9, 2006 9:00 AM
http://www.olbrich.org 
A behind-the-scenes class that helps Olbirch staff get ready for a busy day with the butterflies. Children will prepare butterfly food and learn about where the butterflies come from and how they are cared for. Classes are for children ages 8 and older and the cost is $4 per child for Society members and $5 per child for the general public.

Registration deadlines are July 20 for the July 26 class, July 27 for the August 2 class, and August 3 for the August 9 class. For more information or to register, call 608-246-4550 or visit Olbrich's website at www.olbrich.org.

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

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square
Location Capitol Square Madison, WI 257-0638
Wednesday, June 28 - Wednesday, August 2, 3:00PM - 9:00PM
http://www.wcoconcerts.org
The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square is a series of six free Wednesday-evening concerts on the the State Capitol Square. 3:00 - blankets can be placed on the Capitol Lawn 5:00 - Kids' Area opens 7:00 - Concert begins

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.
  
  

July 14 - July 20 

The weather-- Hot, Hot, and Hot.  Be aware and hydrate the kids often on Saturday as it will be very sunny and hot!

Music at Greenway Station
Saturdays 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Greenway Station Shopping Center, Middleton WI
http://www.greenwayshopping.com/promotions.asp
FIND YOURSELF IN THE GROOVE - Find yourself enjoying the sounds of summer at Greenway Station with FREE live performances by top area musicians. Bring a chair or blanket and kickback and relax while music fills the air. Concerts take place near Cold Stone Creamery.  Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy during the music for an inexpensive evening out as the restaurants get really crowded during events there.

• July 15 Tony Casteneda Latin Jazz Group five time winner Madison’s best jazz band

• July 22 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

• July 29 Ken Wheaton Quartet gershwin, porter, rogers & hart classics

• August 5 Primitive Culture funky, bluesy and reggae grooves

• August 12 OD TAPO IMI Steel Drum Trio island music and high energy fun

• August 19 Gerri DiMaggio and World Jazz sultry jazz vocals

• August 26 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
Friday, July 14th Mighty Short Bus 6:00pm - 9:00pm 
Saturday, July 15th Middleton Fire Department Festival 12:00 noon - 5:00pm 
Saturday, July 15th The Love Monkeys 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.

Middleton Fire Department Festival
Saturday, July 15th Middleton Fire Department Festival 12:00 noon - 5:00pm
Saturday, July 15th The Love Monkeys 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Family events (noon-5 pm; kids 10 & under eat free), music by Poor Rich Kids 3 pm, The Love Monkeys 6 pm. $5 adv. (at the fire station), $7 door. 827-1090

The Middleton Fire Company's 92nd Annual Festival and Raffle, featuring food, live bands and fun festivities, will take place on Saturday, July 15 starting at noon at the Capital Brewery in Middleton. The local fundraiser will raise money to support activities focused on educating adults and children in the community, and to assist in the building of the Company's new fire station. Funding will also be used to refurbish Middleton's original fire engine, the 1923 Ford Model T Pumper, which will eventually be showcased in the fire station.

Saturday's festivities feature a special family time from noon to 5:00 pm, at which time children ten years and under eat free from the kid's menu when accompanied by an adult. Live music kicks off at 3:00 pm, with the local band, Poor Rich Kids, and at 6:00 pm the ever popular Love Monkeys will take the stage. Admission is $7.00 at the door. Capital Brewery is located at 7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton. Advance tickets may be purchased at the fire station, located at 7600 University Avenue, Middleton, for $5.00.

Note: My oldest son, Jacob will be doing a karate demonstration with Kicks Unlimited at about 1:00pm.  Come cheer him on!

Dane County Fair
Alliant Energy Center 
Tuesday-Sunday July 18-23 - Adults $6, ages 5-12 $3, under 5 FREE, free parking
http://www.danecountyfair.com/home.cfm
It's time again for the big fair!  There is a lot to do in one space ranging from animal exhibits, to carnival rides, to live entertainment.  Detailed events schedule is located at http://www.danecountyfair.com/today.cfm. 

Mallards Baseball 
Warner Park - 2920 N. Sherman Avenue
Friday, July 14 7:05pm; Sunday, July 16 6:05pm; Monday July 17 7:05pm; Thursday, July 20 7:05pm
http://www.mallardsbaseball.com
For family value, minor league ball is 10 times better than the majors!  It's $6 for adults and $4 for kids.  Bring your kids baseball mitts and a few balls.  When they get restless, take them to the hill behind the grandstands to play catch!  Take your camera to get a photo op with the larger than life mallard mascot!

DeForest Concerts in the Park
DeForest Fireman’s Park DeForest, WI 608-846-2922
Tuesday, June 13, 2006 6:30 PM
http://www.deforest.lib.wi.us/concertsinthepark.htm 
Enjoy terrific family friendly entertainment Tuesday evenings. Cub Scout Pack 35 will be scooping the ice cream and pouring the root beer to make their famous floats and Cabin Time Kettle Corn will be filling the air with the wonderful sound and smell of popcorn to make this a great family event. Hot dogs, and brats will also be for sale at the log cabin.

If you have any questions about the concerts, please feel free to contact the DeForest Area Public Library at 846-5482.

July 18 Harmonious Wail
Gypsy swing is a unique and invigorating style of acoustic jazz music
popularized in 1930s Paris.

July 25 The Amazing Al Magic Show
Come and enjoy the humor and magical illusions presented by the Amazing Al.

Chase Concerts on the Rooftop at Monona Terrace
Exhibition Hall, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Thursday, July 13 6:00PM - 8:00PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Spend your summer evenings on the rooftop of Monona Terrace. Listen to some of the area's best music while enjoying the spectacular views of Lake Monona and the Capitol. Community Concerts are open to the public at no charge, so bring your family and friends. Concerts are casual in style. Seating on the rooftop is limited so bring a blanket or lawn chair.

Concessions (sandwiches, snacks, beer, wine, cocktails, and soft drinks) are available beginning at 5:30PM. 

JULY
20 Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Sextet - Latin Jazz
27 Axel Grease- Maximum Retro Rock 'N' Roll

Kid's Fest at the Farmers' Market
Agora Pavilion 5511 East Cheryl Parkway Fitchburg, WI 277-2606
Thursday, July 20 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
http://www.fitchburgcenter.com 
Music, balloons, face painting, and ice cream benefit for Woods Hollow Children's Center. Visit www.fitchburgcenter.com or call 608.277.2592 for more information.

Children's Class: Butterfly Arts and Crafts 
Obrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue 246-4724
Thursday, July 20, 2006 1:00 PM - Thursday, August 10, 2006
http://www.olbrich.org 
Children will make a different insect art project each week to take home. This one-hour class for kids ages 4 and up is offered every Thursday afternoon during Olbrich's Blooming Butterflies event. Classes are July 20 and 27, and August 3 and 10 from 1 to 2p.m.

The cost is $3 per child for Soicety Members and $4 per child for the general public. Registration is required and deadlines are one week prior to the class. For more information, or to register for the class, call 608-246-4550 or visit Olbrich's website at www.olbrich.org.

Achi-Kids
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Thursday, July 20 6:00PM - 8:00PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
$5 per child per program/ $4 per child for groups of 5 or more - Fee covers material costs
Learn about the art and science of architecture through engaging, hands-on activities for kids age 8-12. A different theme is addressed each week. Advanced registration is required; call 608.261.4062 to register, as space will fill quickly.

July 20 What it Feels Like to be a Building
Learn about structure- tension, arches, foundations, and more-by doing fun movement activities with a facilitator. Then explore Monona Terrace to see how our building "stands up."

July 27 Textile Block Design
Create your own "textile block" like those Frank Lloyd Wright designed for houses in Los Angeles. You will develop your own abstract pattern and then imprint it in plaster. This take home piece will look cool in your house or backyard garden!

Lakeside Kids!
Rooftop - Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Wednesday, July 19 - 10:00am - 11:00am
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Come to the Monona Terrace rooftop on Wednesday mornings and enjoy this fun children's program. Local performers and organizations will provide entertainment, hands-on fun, and learning for children ages 4 to 8.

In the event of inclement weather, program will be moved inside. Please call (608) 261-4042 after 8:30AM the day of event for program location.

July
19 YMCA Activity Hour - 6 Activity Stations
26 MadTown Twisters - Performance

Dale and Roy's Chuckwagon Roundup
United Methodist Church of Stoughton 525 Lincoln Avenue, Stoughton, WI 873-3273
Saturday July 15 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
http://www.stoughtonumc.org/
Join Dale and Roys Chuckwagon Roundup at United Methodist Church in Stoughton. It's a typical chuckwagon dinner served from 5-7pm and the program runs from 7-8pm. Sing along with Roy and Dale, enjoy square dancing, a hayride and games for the kids. Adults are $10, children $5, 4 and under are FREE. Proceeds goes to their missionary in Africa.

Note that I could not find more information online, so if you are interested you may want to call the church before heading out.  

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

Jul 15, 2006 10:30 AM		Super Saturday Imagination Storytime Performed by the Five Amazing Tacos!		Storytime		Children's		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall Madison, WI
Jul 17, 2006 10:30 AM		Amy's Story Corner		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall Madison, WI
Jul 18, 2006 10:30 AM		Various Themes		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 18, 2006 10:30 AM		Super Sarah Storytime		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 18, 2006 02:00 PM		Creativity Camp Write and illustrate your original picture book!		Other		Young Readers (ages 8-12), Writing		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

Jul 19, 2006 02:00 PM		Margaret George: Summer Reading Activity Program: Meet Margaret George and her Turtle		Author Event		Children's		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 19, 2006 07:00 PM		Pajamarama		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

Jul 20, 2006 07:00 PM

Young Reader Book Club

Book Group

Young Readers (ages 8-12)

Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

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.

McFarland Public Library
5920 Milwaukee Street
http://www.mcfarland.wi.us/calendar.asp
See list below:

Preschool Story Time "Furry Tales"
Tuesday, July 18 10:30AM-11:30AM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
This summer series of 30-minute programs is for young children up to age 6. An enjoyable mix of books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Drop on in!

“Luke Loves to Listen”
Tuesday, July 18 2:00PM-3:00PM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
Have you ever read aloud to a pet? Luke, a therapy dog, is a big fan of reading – especially when kids read to him at the library! Sign up and read aloud to a handsome black Labrador this summer. For independent readers up to grade 5. Please register

Library Program-“Fido, Fifi and Finn”
Thursday, July 20 2:00PM-3:00PM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
Fido, Fifi and Finn” – musician & storyteller Reid Miller. We’re excited about this summer’s line-up of family programs, and hope you will be, too. All programs are held in the large meeting room off the library’s central lobby. No registration needed.

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.

Registration is not necessary for the preschool craft and storytimes. Please note that activities that require pre-registration below are proceeded by an asterisk (*). All programs start at 2 p.m. unless noted. Special events include:

*Monday, July 17 - 4-H Kids. - Find out about Rock County 4-H projects.
*Tuesday, July 18 - 4-H Kids. - Find out about Rock County 4-H projects.
*Thursday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m. - Miniature Aquariums with Dr. David Watson.
Friday, July 21 - Teen Program: Wild Animal Jeopardy! - Be a part of a team and test your animal knowledge.

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.  

Note: Ten school libraries have summer hours
http://www.madison.k12.wi.us/cso/news/summer_library.htm  

Ten school libraries will keep their doors open to readers this summer to provide easy access for city elementary age students to check out books from school libraries. Access to all libraries is open to elementary students throughout the city attending public and private schools.

Schools include the extended learning summer school sites of Gompers, Hawthorne, Huegel, Leopold, and Schenk. Each site opens with the start of summer school on June 19 and runs through July 28 with hours 8 a.m. — noon, Monday-Friday. Hours will change after July 28 with extended hours through August 18 (see attached sheet for hours). Cherokee Middle School will also be open for middle school students, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon during extended learning summer school.

Four other elementary schools — Emerson, Franklin, Lindbergh and Muir — will be opened for ten hours each week from June 19 through August 18. Open hours will vary with the site (see below).

The BEAT the HEAT—READ program's goal rests in the belief that children need to read to become better readers. Research shows that higher achieving students read three times as much per week as lower-achieving students. This program is a cooperative effort developed within two divisions of the Department of Teaching and Learning: Library and Media Services and Language Arts and Reading.

Not A Kid Event But Very Relevant...

Making Lemonade: Hints for Autism’s Helpers
Monday, July 17 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Imagine a Child’s Capacity 14 Ellis Potter Court, Suite 200Madison, WI 53711
Contact Moriah Vignali ( mvignali@icc-wi.org )
Making Lemonade: Judy Endow, MSW, presenter. This session addresses how individuals take in, process and output information. Topics include sensory system differences and literal, concrete thinking. Selected poetry readings will illustrate how the presenter has turned some difficult “lemons” of her own autism into lemonade. The book “Making Lemonade: Hints for Autism’s Helpers” will be available for purchase.

WHO SHOULD COME?
Immediate Family Members, Extended Family Members, Community Members,
Support Staff

WHERE?
Imagine a Child’s Capacity
14 Ellis Potter Court, Suite 200
Madison, WI 53711

Refreshments will be served. Space is limited, please reserve your seats today (608) 204-6242 or mvignali@icc-wi.org 

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 

Story Time
McKee Farms Park 2930 Chapel Valley Rd. 270-4200 Fitchburg  [MAP] 698-3098
Thursdays, June 15 - July 20 - 10:00AM
Friends of Fitchburg Library Free Story Time for children 5 and under with their caregivers at the park shelter, rain or shine! Each session includes stories, songs and a craft.  It's Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the shelter for those six weeks. It starts June 15th and the last session is July 20th.

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

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square
Location Capitol Square Madison, WI 257-0638
Wednesday, June 28 - Wednesday, August 2, 3:00PM - 9:00PM
http://www.wcoconcerts.org
The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square is a series of six free Wednesday-evening concerts on the the State Capitol Square. 3:00 - blankets can be placed on the Capitol Lawn 5:00 - Kids' Area opens 7:00 - Concert begins

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

Oregon Community Band Concert (TUESDAYS)
Waterman Triangle Park
Downtown Oregon, WI
Tuesday, June 6 - Tuesday, July 4, 7:00 PM 
http://www.oregonwi.com
Relax and enjoy the great tunes played by the Oregon Community Band.

Weekly Toddler Story and Stroll
Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI
Tuesdays, 9:00 AM
http://www.olbrich.org
Look, listen, smell, and feel the beauty of nature. The Weekly Toddler Story & Stroll at Olbrich Botanical Gardens introduces toddlers to nature through stories and a stroll through the fragrances, textures, sounds, and colors of a tropical rainforest.

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).

Story Time
McKee Farms Park 2930 Chapel Valley Rd. Fitchburg  [MAP]
10:00am Thursdays, June 15 - July 20. 698-3098
Friends of Fitchburg Library Free Story Time for children 5 and under with their caregivers at the park shelter, rain or shine! Each session includes stories, songs and a craft.  It's Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the shelter for those six weeks. It starts June 15th and the last session is July 20th.

July 7 - July 13 

The weather-- More great weather with a chance of showers on Sunday evening.

Events At Morey Airport, Middleton
8300 Airport Rd - 608-836-1711
http://www.eaachapter1389.org/
Here are two events sponsored by your local EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) chapter.  

Free Airplane Ride For Youth Ages 8-17
Young Eagles Flight Rally Sponsored by EAA Chapter 1389
Saturday July 8 and Saturday September 23
To schedule a flight at Morey Airport call 608-836-1711 no more than 30 days prior to the event.  Rain dates for all flights will be at the same time on the Sunday following the scheduled Saturday.  RESERVATIONS ARE RECOMMENDED, WALK-IN WILL BE FLOWN ONLY IF AIRCRAFT ARE AVAILABLE.  PERMISSION SLIPS ARE REQUIRED AND MAY BE COMPLETED IN ADVANCE OR BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN AT THE TIME OF THE FLIGHT RALLY.  Young eagles is a world-wide program designed to give free introductory flights to youngsters age 8-17. The program is sponsored by the National EAA with rides given by local, volunteer FAA certified pilots.

Fly-in / Drive-in Breakfast
Sponsored by Middleton Chapter 1389 
Public Welcome 
Sunday, July 9, 2005 7:30 AM to 12:00 Noon
Rain or Shine Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Milk, Coffee, Juice $5.00 Adults - $2.50 Kids 12 and under Visit Scotts Bakery at the airport Airplane Rides Available.

UW Arboretum - Family Walks
1207 Seminole Hwy Madison, WI 263.7888
Sunday, July 9 - 1:30pm – 2:30pm
info@uwarboretum.org
http://www.uwarboretum.org
Butterflies - Warm, sunny days in July are the best times for seeing lots of butterflies and other fascinating insects that visit flowers on the prairie.

Music at Greenway Station
Saturdays 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Greenway Station Shopping Center, Middleton WI
http://www.greenwayshopping.com/promotions.asp
FIND YOURSELF IN THE GROOVE - Find yourself enjoying the sounds of summer at Greenway Station with FREE live performances by top area musicians. Bring a chair or blanket and kickback and relax while music fills the air. Concerts take place near Cold Stone Creamery.  Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy during the music for an inexpensive evening out as the restaurants get really crowded during events there.

• July 8 The Dang-Its honky tonk, American and western swing

• July 15 Tony Casteneda Latin Jazz Group five time winner Madison’s best jazz band

• July 22 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

• July 29 Ken Wheaton Quartet gershwin, porter, rogers & hart classics

• August 5 Primitive Culture funky, bluesy and reggae grooves

• August 12 OD TAPO IMI Steel Drum Trio island music and high energy fun

• August 19 Gerri DiMaggio and World Jazz sultry jazz vocals

• August 26 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

Ghost Stories into the Night - Tales & Songs by Reid Miller
Lake Kegonsa State Park, Stoughton 2405 Door Creek Rd. 608-873-9695 [MAP]
Saturday, July 8 - 8:00pm
Free, but State Park admission sticker required
Storyteller Reid Miller presents "Ghost Stories Into The Night!" A music, humor and storytelling show for all ages.

A WI State Park admission sticker is required to enter the park, but no admission fees will be charged to get into the show. Donations will be collected for the show and are greatly appreciated. Some seating will be provided, but guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to sit on.

"Ghost Stories Into The Night! includeds tales like "Jack and the Haunted house," "Obi and the Ghost," and "Tailey-Po!" It also features advice on how to keep the scary things away at night. This show is sure to please everyone.

Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
Friday, July 7 - Old School 6-9PM
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.

Wisconsin Wolves Women's Pro Football
Bishop O'Connor Center 702 S High point Rd Madison.
Saturday, July 8 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
http://www.wiwolvesfootball.com 
The Wisconsin Wolves Women's Pro Football team will have a round robin tourney with 3 other leauge teams with a charity event to benefit the Ronald McDonald house Charities. Admission is $4.00. Bring an non perrisable item and admission is 1/2 price!! Meet and greet the team, kids activities, family fun, food and more!!  

Note: I picked this off of one of the local TV station websites, but cannot find the event listed on the team's website.

Mallards Baseball 
Warner Park - 2920 N. Sherman Avenue
Friday, July 7 7:05pm; Saturday, July 8 6:05pm; Sunday, July 9 6:05pm; Monday July 10 7:05pm
http://www.mallardsbaseball.com
For family value, minor league ball is 10 times better than the majors!  It's $6 for adults and $4 for kids.  Bring your kids baseball mitts and a few balls.  When they get restless, take them to the hill behind the grandstands to play catch!  Take your camera to get a photo op with the larger than life mallard mascot!

Chase Concerts on the Rooftop at Monona Terrace
Exhibition Hall, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Thursday, July 13 6:00PM - 8:00PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Spend your summer evenings on the rooftop of Monona Terrace. Listen to some of the area's best music while enjoying the spectacular views of Lake Monona and the Capitol. Community Concerts are open to the public at no charge, so bring your family and friends. Concerts are casual in style. Seating on the rooftop is limited so bring a blanket or lawn chair.

Concessions (sandwiches, snacks, beer, wine, cocktails, and soft drinks) are available beginning at 5:30PM. 

JULY
13 The Kissers - Celtic Rock
20 Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Sextet - Latin Jazz
27 Axel Grease- Maximum Retro Rock 'N' Roll

Achi-Kids
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Thursday, July 13 6:00PM - 8:00PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
$5 per child per program/ $4 per child for groups of 5 or more - Fee covers material costs
Learn about the art and science of architecture through engaging, hands-on activities for kids age 8-12. A different theme is addressed each week. Advanced registration is required; call 608.261.4062 to register, as space will fill quickly.

July 13 Archi-Hat Activity
Take a guided walk around the block and view special buildings on the Capitol Square. Then return to Monona Terrace to create a wearable piece of Madison architecture- an "Archi-Hat!"

July 20 What it Feels Like to be a Building
Learn about structure- tension, arches, foundations, and more-by doing fun movement activities with a facilitator. Then explore Monona Terrace to see how our building "stands up."

July 27 Textile Block Design
Create your own "textile block" like those Frank Lloyd Wright designed for houses in Los Angeles. You will develop your own abstract pattern and then imprint it in plaster. This take home piece will look cool in your house or backyard garden!

Lakeside Kids!
Rooftop - Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Wednesday, July 12 - 10:00am - 11:00am
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Come to the Monona Terrace rooftop on Wednesday mornings and enjoy this fun children's program. Local performers and organizations will provide entertainment, hands-on fun, and learning for children ages 4 to 8.

In the event of inclement weather, program will be moved inside. Please call (608) 261-4042 after 8:30AM the day of event for program location.

July
12 ASG Thunder All-Star Cheerleaders - Performance and Workshop
19 YMCA Activity Hour - 6 Activity Stations
26 MadTown Twisters - Performance

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

Jul 08, 2006 10:30 AM		Super Saturday Storytime		Storytime		Pre-school (ages 3-6), Beginning Readers (ages 5-8)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 08, 2006 10:30 AM		American Girl Club		Other		Young Readers (ages 8-12)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 10, 2006 10:30 AM		Amy's Story Corner		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 11, 2006 10:30 AM		Various Themes		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road

Jul 11, 2006 10:30 AM		Super Sarah Storytime		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 11, 2006 02:00 PM		Creativity Camp Write and illustrate your original picture book!		Other		Young Readers (ages 8-12), Writing		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 11, 2006 07:00 PM		Young Readerss Book Group		Book Group		Children's		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 12, 2006 02:00 PM		Kathleen Ernst: Summer Reading Activity Program: Meet Kathleen Ernst		Author Event		Children's		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road

Jul 12, 2006 07:00 PM		Pajamarama		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 13, 2006 07:00 PM		Teen Book Club		Book Group		Teen		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

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.

McFarland Public Library
5920 Milwaukee Street
http://www.mcfarland.wi.us/calendar.asp
See list below:

Preschool Story Time "Furry Tales"
Tuesday, July 11 10:30AM-11:30AM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
This summer series of 30-minute programs is for young children up to age 6. An enjoyable mix of books, stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Drop on in!

“Luke Loves to Listen”
Tuesday, July 11 2:00PM-3:00PM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
Have you ever read aloud to a pet? Luke, a therapy dog, is a big fan of reading – especially when kids read to him at the library! Sign up and read aloud to a handsome black Labrador this summer. For independent readers up to grade 5. Please register

“The Hobbit” Traveling theatre
Thursday, July 13 2:00PM-3:00PM
McFarland Public Library - Meeting Room
The Hobbit” – Traveling Lantern Theatre Company We’re excited about this summer’s line-up of family programs, and hope you will be, too. All programs are held in the large meeting room off the library’s central lobby. No registration needed.

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.

Registration is not necessary for the preschool craft and storytimes. Please note that activities that require pre-registration below are proceeded by an asterisk (*). All programs start at 2 p.m. unless noted. Special events include:

Friday, July 7 - Surprise Animal video or DVD!
*Monday, July 10 - Computer Time - Explore animal websites with Sheryl Oberle.
*Tuesday, July 11 - Teen Program: Computer Time - Explore the Internet with Sheryl Oberle.
*Thursday, July 13 - MOOOVE on over to the Library! - Make homemade butter and ice cream.
*Monday, July 17 - 4-H Kids. - Find out about Rock County 4-H projects.
*Tuesday, July 18 - 4-H Kids. - Find out about Rock County 4-H projects.
*Thursday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m. - Miniature Aquariums with Dr. David Watson.
Friday, July 21 - Teen Program: Wild Animal Jeopardy! - Be a part of a team and test your animal knowledge.

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

Summer Day Camps
Registration is open for Summer Day Camps: call 608.256.6445, ext. 18 or email Stephanie Michaels for information or to request an MCM Day Camp flier. Camps with openings as of June 10 include:

Downtown Adventure Camp, ages 8-10. Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. (bring a sack lunch).
Dates: Session 1: July 10-14; Session 2, July 17-21. Fees are $85/member, $100/non-member.

Gears & Gizmos Camp, ages 8-10. Monday-Friday. 1-5 p.m.
Dates: Session 1: July 10-14; Session 2: July, 17-21. Fees are $85/member, $100/non-member.

Here's the schedule of events at the Children's Museum this week.  

An Off the Wall Opportunity...

Bellydancing Classes for Moms and Daughters!
Social Life Dance Center 3769 E. Washington Ave. Madison 246-0780
Sunday July 9 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
www.ayperibellydance.com and http://www.sociallifedance.com 
Bellydancing Classes for Moms and Daughters offered through the Social Life Dance Center! $10/class per person, discount for entire six week session. Next Session starts second Sunday in June! Check out www.ayperibellydance.com for more details.

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 

Story Time
McKee Farms Park 2930 Chapel Valley Rd. 270-4200 Fitchburg  [MAP] 698-3098
Thursdays, June 15 - July 20 - 10:00AM
Friends of Fitchburg Library Free Story Time for children 5 and under with their caregivers at the park shelter, rain or shine! Each session includes stories, songs and a craft.  It's Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the shelter for those six weeks. It starts June 15th and the last session is July 20th.

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

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square
Location Capitol Square Madison, WI 257-0638
Wednesday, June 28 - Wednesday, August 2, 3:00PM - 9:00PM
http://www.wcoconcerts.org
The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square is a series of six free Wednesday-evening concerts on the the State Capitol Square. 3:00 - blankets can be placed on the Capitol Lawn 5:00 - Kids' Area opens 7:00 - Concert begins

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

Oregon Community Band Concert (TUESDAYS)
Waterman Triangle Park
Downtown Oregon, WI
Tuesday, June 6 - Tuesday, July 4, 7:00 PM 
http://www.oregonwi.com
Relax and enjoy the great tunes played by the Oregon Community Band.

Weekly Toddler Story and Stroll
Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI
Tuesdays, 9:00 AM
http://www.olbrich.org
Look, listen, smell, and feel the beauty of nature. The Weekly Toddler Story & Stroll at Olbrich Botanical Gardens introduces toddlers to nature through stories and a stroll through the fragrances, textures, sounds, and colors of a tropical rainforest.

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).

Story Time
McKee Farms Park 2930 Chapel Valley Rd. Fitchburg  [MAP]
10:00am Thursdays, June 15 - July 20. 698-3098
Friends of Fitchburg Library Free Story Time for children 5 and under with their caregivers at the park shelter, rain or shine! Each session includes stories, songs and a craft.  It's Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the shelter for those six weeks. It starts June 15th and the last session is July 20th.

June 30 - July 6

The weather-- Hot!  Small chances for thunderstorms here during the holiday weekend followed by lots of sun!

Rythmn and Booms Schedule
http://www.rhythmandbooms.com/event/index.php?category_id=698

Sunset Celebration @ Memorial Union
Saturday, July 1
UW Union Terrace
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. 

7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Sunset Celebration
Guest Celebrity to Announce Sunset: TBA
Created along the lines of Mallory Square in Key West, this celebration is held every Saturday night (weather permitting) an hour before sundown from June 10 to August 12. Once the Hoofers Sailing Club steam whistle blows, invited street performers will exhibit their skills until the sun goes down and a local celebrity announces sunset. (7:30-8:30 pm time is an approximation.) Memorial Union Terrace Free.
www.union.wisc.edu
Contact: Natasha Kassulke
kassulke@wisc.edu

9:30 pm
Hot Summer Nights
Rhythm and Booms/Professor Shakashiri demonstration and the Cashbox Kings (blues)
Live music on the Memorial Union Terrace! Free.
www.union.wisc.edu/music
Contact: Natasha Kassulke
kassulke@wisc.edu 608 262-2215

DeForest Fourth of July
Fireman's Park, DeForest
July 1 - 4
http://www.deforestarea.com

Saturday, July 1, 2006
- Men's Slowpitch Softball Tournament (Starting time may vary)
- Beer/Food Tent Open

Sunday, July 2, 2006
- Men's Slowpitch Softball Tournament (Starting time may vary)
- Beer/Food Tent Open

Monday, July 3, 2006
6:00 pm Beer/Food Tent Open
Garage Bands in the Pavilion
8:00 pm Live Music by Restless

Tuesday, July 4, 2006
8:00 am Freedom Run—5K, 10K & One Mile Fun Run
10:00 am Community Parade
11:00 am Park Activities Begin, Beer Tent Opens,
Food & Games
Token Creek Hiney Run
Noon Firestone FREE Family Fun Area
Titanic Super Slide, Castle Bounce, Rock Climbing Wall & Obstacle Course
Bingo-DeForest Fire Station
Token Creek Parade
3:30 pm Live Music by Marcy and the Highlights
5:00 pm Karoake in Pavilion
7:00 pm Lion's Club Car Raffle
8:00 pm Entertainment by Jukebox Bandstand
Dusk Spectacular Fireworks Display

Evansville Fourth of July Celebration
Lake Leota Park
Leonard Park Drive 882-2266 Evansville  [MAP]

Friday, June 30:
8:00 p.m., Blooze Brothers, the must-see tribute to Jake & Elwood! ($5 cover)

Saturday, July 1:
12:00 p.m. Jazz lunch with Sarah Krause (On Main Stage) New Orleans cuisine
8:00 p.m., Rolling Rock (On Main Stage)

Sunday, July 2:
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Ecumenical Choir (upper park shelter)
12:00-4:00 p.m., Car Show
12:00-4:00 p.m., Children's Games & Activities
12:00-4:00 p.m., Model Train Display
12:45-5:00 p.m., Historical District Trolley Tours
6:00-10:00 p.m., Karaoke: Evansville Idol! (On Main Stage)

Monday, July 3:
1:00-4:00 p.m., Youth Kickball Tourney (Main Ball Diamond)
5:00-8:00 p.m., Teen Band
5:00-8:00 p.m., Z104 Pool Party
8:00 p.m., Blue Olives (On Main Stage)

Tuesday, July 4:
8:00 a.m., Aunt Leota's Fun Run (Start at the WWII Tank in Leota Park)
9:30 a.m., Kiddie & Pet Parade (Route: Garfield, 4th St. & down W. Main Street)
10:00 a.m., 4th of July Parade (Lions Chicken BBQ follows)
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Art Fair
1:00-5:00 p.m., Garden Tractor Pull
12:00-4:00 p.m., Children's Games & Activities
1:00-4:00 p.m., Larkin' -Acoustic Celtic Music (Art Stage)
1:00 p.m., Duck Races
1:00-4:00 p.m., Home Talent Baseball
5:00-9:00 p.m., West Side Andy & Mel Ford Band (On Main Stage)
FIREWORKS at Dusk

Music at Greenway Station
Saturdays 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Greenway Station Shopping Center, Middleton WI
http://www.greenwayshopping.com/promotions.asp
FIND YOURSELF IN THE GROOVE - Find yourself enjoying the sounds of summer at Greenway Station with FREE live performances by top area musicians. Bring a chair or blanket and kickback and relax while music fills the air. Concerts take place near Cold Stone Creamery.  Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy during the music for an inexpensive evening out as the restaurants get really crowded during events there.

• July 1 OD TAPO IMI Steel Drum Trio island music and high energy fun

• July 8 The Dang-Its honky tonk, American and western swing

• July 15 Tony Casteneda Latin Jazz Group five time winner Madison’s best jazz band

• July 22 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

• July 29 Ken Wheaton Quartet gershwin, porter, rogers & hart classics

• August 5 Primitive Culture funky, bluesy and reggae grooves

• August 12 OD TAPO IMI Steel Drum Trio island music and high energy fun

• August 19 Gerri DiMaggio and World Jazz sultry jazz vocals

• August 26 Michael Massey piano driven pop and rock originals

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.

Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
Friday, June 30th Clear Blue Betty 6-9PM
Wednesday, July 5th Good Neighbor Night
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.

Mallards Baseball 
Warner Park - 2920 N. Sherman Avenue
Saturday, July 1
Friday, July 7; Saturday, July 8
http://www.mallardsbaseball.com
For family value, minor league ball is 10 times better than the majors!  It's $6 for adults and $4 for kids.  Bring your kids baseball mitts and a few balls.  When they get restless, take them to the hill behind the grandstands to play catch!  Take your camera to get a photo op with the larger than life mallard mascot!

Ken Lonnquist & the Kenland Band (CD release)
High Noon Saloon 701A E. Washington Ave. 268-1122  [MAP] $5 ($2 kids)
Saturday, July 1, 1:00pm
Ken Lonnquist has released a new CD for families called "Earthy Songs." It¹s a collection of nature-themed songs written by Lonnquist.

A long-time favorite on the Madison and Midwest family entertainment scene, Lonnquist has won accolades from local, regional and national reviewers for his recordings and concert performances, including Parent's Choice, National Library Association, Booklist, Children's Music Web, Wisconsin Area Music Industry, Madison Audubon Society, and ten-time recognition as Dane County Kids "Family Favorite" entertainer.

"Earthy Songs" is Ken Lonnquist's 14th recording for children, and his 28th recording overall. It¹s available at stores, his website (www.kenland.com), or his live shows including a July 1 CD-release show at the High Noon Saloon, from 1-3 PM. This concert will feature The Kenland Band --- Doug Normington on drums, Henry Boehm on bass, and David Adler on keyboard --- who play with Ken at all his biggest shows! The joint will be jumpin! Tickets are available at the door: $5 for adults, $2 for kids.

Chase Concerts on the Rooftop at Monona Terrace
Exhibition Hall, Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
One John Nolen Dr. Madison, WI 608-261-4042
Thursday, July 6 6:00PM - 8:00PM
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html
Spend your summer evenings on the rooftop of Monona Terrace. Listen to some of the area's best music while enjoying the spectacular views of Lake Monona and the Capitol. Community Concerts are open to the public at no charge, so bring your family and friends. Concerts are casual in style. Seating on the rooftop is limited so bring a blanket or lawn chair.

Concessions (sandwiches, snacks, beer, wine, cocktails, and soft drinks) are available beginning at 5:30PM. 

JULY
06 KOJO - Reggae, Calypso, Soca
13 The Kissers - Celtic Rock
20 Tony Castaneda Latin Jazz Sextet - Latin Jazz
27 Axel Grease- Maximum Retro Rock 'N' Roll

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

Jul 01, 2006 10:30 AM		Story Book Character Visits		Costume Character		Children's		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 01, 2006 10:30 AM		Super Saturday Imagination Storytime performed by The Five Amazing Tacos!		Storytime		Pre-school (ages 3-6), Beginning Readers (ages 5-8)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 03, 2006 10:30 AM		Amy's Story Corner		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall
Jul 04, 2006 10:30 AM		Various Themes		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers Madison West Towne Mall 7433 Mineral Point Road
Jul 04, 2006 10:30 AM		Super Sarah Storytime		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

Jul 05, 2006 07:00 PM		Pajamarama		Storytime		Toddlers (age 3 and under), Pre-school (ages 3-6)		Barnes & Noble Booksellers East Towne Mall #1 East Towne Mall

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.

McFarland Public Library
5920 Milwaukee Street
Thursday, July 6 - 2:00PM-3:00PM
http://www.mcfarland.wi.us/calendar.asp
Library Program-“Zoo Visit"
“Zoo to You! A Visit from Henry Vilas Zoo” We’re excited about this summer’s line-up of family programs, and hope you will be, too. All programs are held in the large meeting room off the library’s central lobby. No registration needed.

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: June 22 - Self / Me, June 29 - Insects, July 6 - Babies, 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.

Registration is not necessary for the preschool craft and storytimes. Please note that activities that require pre-registration below are proceeded by an asterisk (*). All programs start at 2 p.m. unless noted. Special events include:

Tuesday, July 4 - Library closed for Independence Day
*Thursday, July 6 - Something Fishy! - Create a scratch art fish picture.
Friday, July 7 - Surprise Animal video or DVD!
*Monday, July 10 - Computer Time - Explore animal websites with Sheryl Oberle.
*Tuesday, July 11 - Teen Program: Computer Time - Explore the Internet with Sheryl Oberle.
*Thursday, July 13 - MOOOVE on over to the Library! - Make homemade butter and ice cream.
*Monday, July 17 - 4-H Kids. - Find out about Rock County 4-H projects.
*Tuesday, July 18 - 4-H Kids. - Find out about Rock County 4-H projects.
*Thursday, July 20 at 6:30 p.m. - Miniature Aquariums with Dr. David Watson.
Friday, July 21 - Teen Program: Wild Animal Jeopardy! - Be a part of a team and test your animal knowledge.

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.  

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. 

Story Time
McKee Farms Park 2930 Chapel Valley Rd. 270-4200 Fitchburg  [MAP] 698-3098
Thursdays, June 15 - July 20 - 10:00AM
Friends of Fitchburg Library Free Story Time for children 5 and under with their caregivers at the park shelter, rain or shine! Each session includes stories, songs and a craft.  It's Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the shelter for those six weeks. It starts June 15th and the last session is July 20th.

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

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square
Location Capitol Square Madison, WI 257-0638
Wednesday, June 28 - Wednesday, August 2, 3:00PM - 9:00PM
http://www.wcoconcerts.org
The Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra's Concerts on the Square is a series of six free Wednesday-evening concerts on the the State Capitol Square. 3:00 - blankets can be placed on the Capitol Lawn 5:00 - Kids' Area opens 7:00 - Concert begins

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. 

Dip and Tip Art
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

Oregon Community Band Concert (TUESDAYS)
Waterman Triangle Park
Downtown Oregon, WI
Tuesday, June 6 - Tuesday, July 4, 7:00 PM 
http://www.oregonwi.com
Relax and enjoy the great tunes played by the Oregon Community Band.

Weekly Toddler Story and Stroll
Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI
Tuesdays, 9:00 AM
http://www.olbrich.org
Look, listen, smell, and feel the beauty of nature. The Weekly Toddler Story & Stroll at Olbrich Botanical Gardens introduces toddlers to nature through stories and a stroll through the fragrances, textures, sounds, and colors of a tropical rainforest.

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).

Story Time
McKee Farms Park 2930 Chapel Valley Rd. Fitchburg  [MAP]
10:00am Thursdays, June 15 - July 20. 698-3098
Friends of Fitchburg Library Free Story Time for children 5 and under with their caregivers at the park shelter, rain or shine! Each session includes stories, songs and a craft.  It's Thursdays at 10 a.m. at the shelter for those six weeks. It starts June 15th and the last session is July 20th.