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September 27 - October 3
The
weather
-- Just a hair warmer and nice with highs in the mid 70s all
week with a chance or rain late in the week.
McFarland Family Festival
McFarland High School 5101 Farwell St., McFarland
Friday through Sunday, September 26-28
http://www.mcfarlandfamilyfestival.org
with entertainment, contests, carnival, food, book sale, train rides.
Friday: Youth triathlon 4:30 pm, youth dance 6:30-9 pm.
Saturday: Adult triathlon 8 am; Okinawan Taiko Drummers 11 am &
1:30 pm, Almost in Time 11:45 am. Sunday: Chicken BBQ 11 am-6
pm, parade noon. Schedule: www.mcfarlandfamilyfestival.org or
838-3378
From Hwy 12/18 (Beltline), take Hwy 51/Stoughton Road exit. Head
South on Hwy 51 toward McFarland. Turn left on Farwell St (third
stop light). High school will be on your right.
ROARrrr
Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St,
Madison, WI 53703 608.258.4177
Saturday, September 27 - Sunday, September 28
http://roartheplay.com/production/
http://www.overturecenter.com/index.html
ROARrrr-Ole Two-Feet’s Great Discovery, tells how the courage of
Maureen, a little village girl helps to bring the divided worlds
of beasts and villagers together. Through the process she helps
the king beast, Ole Two-Feet learn a very important lesson while
discovering who he really is. It is a sensitive and powerful
story; what Madison’s Capital Times Newspaper calls, “musical
theater with a message”. Not only is the play about reaching out
to others, embracing differences, and accepting those who are
not like us-- it's also about feeling comfortable with who we
are and not wishing we were someone else. It's a message
relevant to both kids and adults. ROARrrr will be featured in a
national documentary- DREAM THE FILM, that will be released
during the fall of 2008. In September 2007 three scenes from
ROARrrr were filmed in Madison Wisconsin’s Overture Center for
the Arts.
Moon Over Monona Terrace
Monona Terrace Rooftop
http://www.mononaterrace.com
Friday, October 3, 2008 7:00 PM - Saturday, October 4, 2008 9:30
PM
Join members of the Madison Astronomical Society in a special
evening of viewing the moon. Members will have telescopes for
viewing and information to assist "backyard astronomers." This
event is free and open to the public of all ages. In the case of
inclement weather, please call (608) 261-4042 after 4 p.m. the
day of event for cancellation information.
UW Volleyball
UW Field House 1450 Monroe St. Call: 262-1440
$5 for adults and $2 for UW students, youths (ages 2 - 17) and
senior citizens (age 55 & up)
http://www.uwbadgers.com
vs. Michigan
Monona Grove Nursery School
50th Anniversary Celebration
4200 Buckeye Road, Madison
Sunday, September 28 3:00pm - 5:00pm
http://www.mgns.org
Monona Grove Nursery School will celebrate its 50th anniversary
from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28. Current and former students,
their families, teachers and friends are welcome to attend the
event, which will feature family entertainer Stuart Stotts (http://www.stuartstotts.com).
For more information about the school, please see
www.mgns.org or call
222-4633.
8th Annual AppleFest
Warner Park Community Recreation Center 1625 Northport
Dr.
Cost: $1 admission (kids under 12 free) Call: 243-5252
Saturday, September 27 9:30 am-3:30 pm
http://www.nescoinc.org
North/Eastside Senior Coalition fund-raiser
Events include: Apple Dessert Contest, Bake Sale & Craft
Fair, Clowns & Mascots, Kiddie Carnival with Moon Bounce, Face
Painting, Mini Farmers Market, Musical Entertainment, Raffle &
Drawing Prizes, Sloppy Joe Lunch, Popcorn & Slushies, Used Book
Sale. Bring the entire family! Fun for all! For more information
contact NESCO (243-5252 or info@nescoinc.org).
Dogtoberfest
Capital Brewery, 7734 Terrace Ave., Middleton
Saturday, September 27 11:00am - 5:00pm
http://www.thedailypage.com/theguide/details.php?event=206438
Join us rain or shine in the outdoor beer garden at Capital
Brewery for a paw-sitively grrreat time!
-Live music provided by The Gadjo Players
-Capital Brewery beer and Glass Nickel pizza
-Silent auction items and Raffle prizes
-Contests
-Booths featuring Corgimo Collars and Orvis
-On-call care by Whole Pet Veterinary Clinic
-Sponsored by Mounds Pet Food Warehouse
Proceeds from your $5 donated admission fee go
directly to care for all the homeless animals of Dane County
Humane Society.
All leashed, social dogs are welcome! No female pets in heat,
please.
If you would like more information, please contact Angela at
arhodes@giveshelter.org or (608) 838-0413 ext. 118. We hope to
see you and your canine companions on September 27th!
Old Tin Can String Band
701A E. Washington Ave., Madison
Cost: $5 (under 12 free) Call: 268-1122
Sunday, September 28th Noon-3 pm
Performing Thursday nights at Brocach Irish Pub for two years,
these acoustic folkies fuse old-time, bluegrass, and Celtic
stylings for a matinee of blood-boiling fun for the whole
family. $5 Children under 12 free!
Chris Powers - lead vocals, guitar, mandolin, mandola, bazuki;
Emcee of 89.9 WORT-s Mud Acres Bluegrass & Acoustic Show
Shauncey Ali - fiddle, vocals; 2008 WI State Fiddle Champion;
Formerly of Blake Thomas & Co.
Patrick Spaay - guitar, banjo, vocals; also of 'Round the Bend
(bluegrass)
Chris Boeger - string bass; also of Cash Box Kings (blues),
Hometown Sweethearts (rock), formerly of Blake Thomas & Co.
Kids' Club
Whole Foods Market 3313 University Ave.
Cost: Free Call: RSVP: 233-9566
Saturday, September 27 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/madison/storecalendar.php
This month come and help Sara A/C make and EAT a few 'classic'
cookie recipes! Class is for six lucky kids only, so be sure to
sign up early (registration is required)! Ages 6-10 only please.
Shakhashiri's "Science Is Fun"
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in
the Hilldale Mall) Call: 262-5590
Saturday, September 27, 2pm
http://www.thedailypage.com/theguide/details.php?event=206747
Join us for Professor Shakhashiri's 'Science Is Fun' event!
Goodman (Atwood) Community
Center Grand Opening
149 Waubesa St. Call: 241-1574
Saturday, September 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
http://www.goodmancenter.org
Join the staff and supporters of the new Goodman Community
Center (formerly the Atwood Community Center) for a free grand
Grand Opening celebration on Saturday, September 27, 2008 from
12:00 to 4:00 p.m. The new center is located at 149 Waubesa
Street between Atwood Avenue and Milwaukee Street, next to the
Capital City Bike Path on Madison's east side.
Grand Opening schedule of events
12:00 A Brief Program to publicly thank
everyone for giving this gift to our community
GCC Grand Opening Song written and performed by Peter Leidy
12:15 Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
12:20 - 4:00 Explore your new center and find activities
galore! Hip hop dance, double dutch, Bingo!, Tai Chi, a
basketball shoot out, silkscreening, a scavenger hunt, face
painting, bouncy castle, art activities for all ages and
more.
Live music stage on the green Kenland with Ken Lonnquist,
Lynette and Some Chairs, Reptile Palace Orchestra, Pagee Go
Go, Yid Vicious and Dear August.
Refreshments Have some just-pressed apple cider, popcorn,
apples, and of course - cake!
3:30 - 4:00 Cycropia Aerial Dance performance in the gym
Need a ride from Worthington Park? A free shuttle bus will
loop from the Salvation Army parking lot to the Center from
11:45 to 4:00pm.
The Center is one of the busier neighborhood centers in
Madison. Goodman Community Center offers programs for
preschool through teens, meals and social activities for
older adults, a community transportation program, a free
community meal and a walk-in food pantry. The new center has
new features including a gym and fitness center, teen-run
cafe, art rooms, and community meeting space for the
community. For more information, check out
www.goodmancenter.org or call 608-241-1574.
Pipers in the Prairie
Aldo Leopold Nature Center 300 Femrite Drive Monona, WI
608-221-0404
$75 ($125/couple; $175/family)
Saturday, September 27, 4:30pm - 8:00pm RSVP: 221-4038
http://www.naturenet.com/alnc
Registration: 608-221-4038 or visit
www.naturenet.com/alnc/Events/Pipers.html for Registration
Form
Fee:$75/individual, $125/Couple, or $175/ family; to benefit
children's programming at the Nature Center
Aldo Leopold Nature Center will offer a unique and unforgettable
celebration of the season. This event is a family-friendly
outing offering a blend of activities found nowhere else in
Madison, including music, drama, culture, and unique indoor and
outdoor nature activities.
The evening begins with hearty hors d'oeuvres as Celtic music
enchants with its ethereal and enchanting melodies.
As twilight descends, guests will hear a faint beating of drums
in the distance. As they assemble outside the beat grows louder
and faster - then suddenly stops - silence! Anticipation rises
as a lone piper is heard in the meadow - other bagpipers from
the Madison Pipes and Drums and Celtic Brigade Pipe Band, in
full regalia, join him as they march up the trails to serenade
the guests and lead them to the bonfire wood. Suddenly the
woodpile erupts into a magnificent bonfire and lights up the
night sky with its brilliance, and the threat of old man winter
is driven off for at least one more day.
This fundraising event will feature an unforgettable evening of
enchanting and unique entertainment featuring:
* Hearty Hors d'oeuvres and Decadent
Desserts
* Complimentary Wine, Beer and Non-Alcoholic Beverages
* The captivating sounds of Pipers in the Prairie and
Drummers on the Drumlin
* Mystical Musical Entertainment and Storytelling by Celia
* Warm to the season with the annual "Festival Fire" by
Prairie Restorationists
* Get into the "Spirit of the Season" by Tasting and Judging
Highland Libations (Single Malt Scotch & Mead) by Star
Liquor
* Nature Activities for Younger Guests
Oktoberfest
Downtown New Glarus
Friday, September 26 - Sunday, September 28
http://www.swisstown.com/oktoberfest.shtml
Oktoberfest is a multi-event weekend in New Glarus. Oktoberfest
presents many activities in Downtown New Glarus throughout the
weekend including live music in the festival tent, kids games,
rides, and great food. Other events customarily include
tractor-drawn wagon rides, Swiss Historical Village events with
local historical displays and craft demonstrations and plenty of
other family fun.
UW Space Place
UW Space Place 2300 S. Park
St., Suite LL-100, Madison 262-4779
Free workshop for
elementary/middle school students
http://spaceplace.wisc.edu
Email: kay@sal.wisc.edu
Saturday Family Workshops
Saturday workshops begin at 10:00 am and are designed for
children ages 6-10 and their families.
September 27 "As Summer Leaves, Autumn
Leaves are Falling"
Find out why the days are getting shorter and leaves are
changing colors.
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
Demonstration: Meet the Muscian
Come, meet a musican from the Madison Symphony Orchestra and
hear them play thier instrument.
September 27, 2008 — 11:00 am to 11:30 am
Class: Tots In Motion
Join Kathleen Madden in the First Feats gallery for games
and other physical activities to strengthen gross motor
skills. Class runs on Tuesdays from 9:30 - 10:00.
September 30, 2008 — 9:30 am to 10:00 am
Toddler Time
Visit the First Feats exhibit gallery for informal
activities for children ages 18 months-3 years. Open to
Cantajuego participants and general visitors with children
under 3.
September 29, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Cantajuego
Informal playgroup for Spanish/English bilingual families
and second language learners. Play group meets from 10:00 -
10:30 on Mondays.
September 29, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Class: Toddler Music
Visit the program room each week for Toddler Music Class.
Classes take place every Thursday and Friday, 10:00-10:30
a.m. The cost is $1.00/child.
October 2, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
October 3, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Drop in Program: Origami
Learn the craft of making origami.
September 28, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Art Workshop: Mola Designs
Explore Mola textile designs and create a piece inspired by
traditional Molas crafted by the Kuna people of Panama. Ages
6 and up. $5.00/child workshop fee.
September 27, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Class: Toddler Music
Visit the program room each week for Toddler Music Class.
Classes take place every Thursday and Friday, 10:00-10:30
a.m. The cost is $1.00/child.
October 2, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
October 3, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Drop-In Program: Art Dabblers
Visit the art room each week for informal art projects
recommended for ages 2-5. Programs take place every Tuesday
and Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m.
Sept. 30 & Oct. 1 - Flags
September 30, 2008 — 10:30 am to 11:00 am
October 1, 2008 — 10:30 am to 11:00 am
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/find_an_event.do
Madeline Visits Storytime!
Barnes & Noble East #1 East Towne Mall Madison, WI 53704 241-4695
Stories & visit by Ludwig Bemelmans' character
Cost: Free Call: 241-4695
Saturday, September 27 10:30 AM
Join us for a special reading of Ludwig Bemelmans' classic
Madeline followed by a visit from Madeline herself! Parents,
bring your cameras for this special event!
Children's Theater of Madison "Looking Glass Land" scenes
Looking Glass Cast Member Appearance
Barnes and Noble West 7433 Mineral Point Road
Cost: Free Call: 255-2080
Saturday, September 27, 1:00 PM-1:30 PM
http://www.ctmtheater.org
Cast members of CTM (Children's Theatre of Madison) "Looking
Glass Land" (an adaptation of Alice in Wonderland) will perform
several scenes from the show at Barnes and Noble West.
A great chance for families to see a mini preview of the
production and meet and greet cast members including "Alice".
Looking Glass Land, the first play of CTM's magical "dream"
season, will transport the audience to Alice's upside down and
fascinating world- both real and imaginary- and will remind us
of just how wonderful it is to follow your dreams.
Show times for Looking Glass Land are:
October 11 @ 7:30pm
October 12 @ 1 and 4:30pm
October 17 @ 7:30pm
October 18 @ 2 and 5pm
October 19 @ 1 and 4:30pm
October 24 @ 7:30pm
October 25 @ 2 and 5pm
October 26 @ 1pm
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. Click on the colored titles to register
online. Note that many activities require pre-registration.
Pumpkin Patches
Treinen Farm
Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
W12420 Highway 60, Lodi Phone: 608-592-3481
http://www.treinenfarm.com
The Treinen's are a wonderful family! In
addition to the regular events, they also sponsor an
annual A-Maze-Ing Days for Autism fundraiser event
for the Autism Society of Greater Madison.
Their 15-acre Dragonfly Corn Maze, with over 4 miles of trails, is
now open now through November. In addition to the corn
maze and pumpkin patch they also have a pumpkin
slingshot, horsedrawn wagon rides, barnyard animals,
play areas and much more.
Hours:
(August 1- November 9)
Fridays: 5 pm - 9 pm, Sat: 11 am - 9 pm, Sun: 11 am - 5 pm
Rates:
$8.00 age 12 and over, $6.00 age 6-11, Free age 5 and under
Schuster's Playtime Farm
1326 Hwy. 12 & 18, Deerfield, WI 53531 | (608)764-8488
Haunted House, Pumpkin Patch, and Corn Maze
http://schustersplaytimefarm.com
The Schuster's are another great family with another great farm
program. Their corn maze this year is a 9 acre Gilda
Radner in honor of Gilda's Club, an organization that helps
individuals and their families in their fight against cancer.
In addition to the corn maze and pumpkin patch, they have a farm full of kid
activities including some of the best play structures, barnyard
animals, corn cannon, hay rides and more.
9/13
(10 am-10 pm) and 9/14 (10 am-6 pm)
Open daily: 9/20-10/31---M-TH (9 am-7 pm); F & Sat. (10 am-10
pm) and Sun. (10 am-6 pm)
Maze prices: Maze only tickets are available weekdays or for
flashlight maze or by request at the ticket booth on the
weekend.
Small maze $2/person
Large maze $6/person
Our weekend packages include a maze entry.
Young Fun Package ($6.50) includes the small maze.
Adventure Package ($9.50) includes the large maze.
Hinchley's Dairy Farm
2844 Hwy 73 Cambridge, WI 53523 | 608-764-5090
http://dairyfarmtours.com/
Once again, another great family with another great farm.
The difference here is that Hinchley's is an active dairy farm.
They have tours of the dairy farm area, hayrides, pumpkin patch
and some really fun and cool farm animals.
Festive Fall Activities
Fall Harvest at the Hinchley's is a special time of year.
The days are getting shorter, corn is drying and pumpkins
are ready to be picked. Along with the daytime farm tours,
Hinchley's extended their hours. Weekend visits for a farm
tour are 10-4, and weekdays with reservations. Evening farm
tours, hayrides, and group parties are available with
reservations. The excitement always seems to build around
Halloween!
FALL DAIRY FARM TOURS include a FREE PUMPKIN. Enjoy a
day at the farm, milk a cow, gather eggs, hold, pet and feed
farm animals, and then head to the hayride to pick a FREE
pumpkin from the 6 acre pumpkin patch. Your hayride will go
through the fields, past silly scare crows, and stop at the
6 acre pumpkin patch. EVERYONE gets a free pumpkin! The only
thing that we request is that each person pick one that they
can carry. In other words, size appropriate. Limit ONE 200+
pound pumpkin per family. Cost is $8 per child/senior and
$10 per adult. Under 2 is free.
EVENING Family Hayrides are available. Every Friday
and Saturday night in October from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $8 for a
1/2 hour hayride and FREE pumpkin. Under 2 is free. Private
rides with reservations. Look for more informantion about
evening events at www.hinchleyhaunts.com .
Hinchley's CORN MAZE is ready! It is family friendly
with silly prizes throughout. We have found after many
visitors with small children; a corn maze can not be too
long, too tricky, or too boring. SO we make them short, with
educational information, and PRIZES. All of our corn maze
visitors also get a hayride and a FREE PUMPKIN! The cost of
the Corn Maze is $8 per person. The corn maze is OPEN every
Saturday and Sunday in October from 10-4, or weekdays with
reservations. GROUP DISCOUNTS are available.
Eugster's Farm
3865 Highway 138 Stoughton, WI 53589 Phone:(608) 873-3822
http://www.eugsters.com
Once again, another wonderful family with another wonderful
family farm! Eugster's Fall Festival is a great wholesome
family experience. There is so much to see, and do, and
eat! Make sure you bring your camera, because there are tons of
great photo opportunities. The aroma of fresh kettle corn
popping, apple pies baking, and fresh cider donuts cooking are
sure to jump start your appetite. The Milk House Café can take
care of that. While you eat, enjoy a great puppet show or a
performance by one of our special entertainers. We want
everybody to go home with smiles on their faces, great memories
in their head, and a little dirt on their shoes!
Admission Price
The cost is $6.50 for adults and children. Little ones 2
years old and under are free. Everyone will get a wristband
when they check in.
Admission includes:
Parking, Petting Farm, Haunted House, Puppet Shows, Special
Guest Performer, Wagon Rides, Pumpkin Washing Stations,
Pedal Tricycle Area, Huge Sandbox, 3-Play Systems, Screamy
Scary Silo, Photo Opportunities and Clean Restrooms
Fall Festival Dates and Hours
September 27 & 28
October 4 & 5
October 11 & 12
October 18 & 19
October 25 & 26
Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. No
entrances passes will be sold after 5:00 p.m.
Appleberry Farm
8079 Maurer Rd Cross Plains,
WI
http://www.theappleberryfarm.com/
Established in 1975, Appleberry Farm has grown to be a local
favorite for fresh-picked apples and delicious cider in the
Fall. Now we have expanded to strawberries & raspberries in the
summer. Come visit the Orchard, feed the Chickens and sit by the
Duck pond. Enjoy a Hayride or walk through our oak savanna with
beautiful views towards Blue Mounds.
September 2008 - Fall Opening
Fall Hours:Labor Day thru Halloween
9:00 a.m. - 12:00pm Fri,
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat & Sun
Call 608-798-2780 for special Harvest events.
September 2008 - School Tours
Kids love learning all about how nature is at work in the
Orchard. Farm tours are tailored to their age, and tie into
a class project. Great also for scout troops, church or
other groups.
Call to schedule at least 2 weeks in advance.
Mayr Family Farm
3680 Egre Rd, DeForest, Wisconsin
http://www.mayrfamilyfarm.com
Join us for a Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride to the Pumpkin Patch
and pick your own pumpkin!
Our Team of Percherons or our Team of Belgians will take you out
to our Pumpkin Patch, where you can find your perfect pumpkin.
Take as much time as you need searching the field and when you
find the pumpkin you desire, we will cut it off the stem for
you. The only rule is you must be able to carry out your own
pumpkin and load it onto the wagon. This rule also applies to
children.
The Pumpkin Patch is open on Saturday's and Sunday's in
October from 11am to 5pm. We do accept appointments for schools,
groups, and parties during the week. Come enjoy the country for
the day, whether it be to just find your ideal pumpkin or to
enjoy all our farm has to offer, everyone of any age is welcome!
Eplegaarden
2227 Fitchburg Rd, Fitchburg, WI
http://www.eplegaarden.com/
What’s Happening at Eplegaarden in 2008
Horse Drawn Hayrides - Every weekend beginning Sept. 6 &
Oct. 26, 2008, we will have horse drawn hayrides around da
orchard and to da pumpkin patch for your pleasure from 11:00 –
4:00.
Halloween Fun-2008 - Through out September and October
we celebrate Halloween with haunted decorations, pumpkin plukkin,
Harold Potterson’s Hallowed Haunts and Harried Hunts, old barn
loft and silo possibly haunted, and fun activities for kids of
all ages.
Da Trolls - Dave Watson of Watson’s Woods in the Wis.
Dells, a chainsaw wood carver, created a family of trolls for
the orchard in 2007. Come say hi to our family of trolls.
Harold Potterson’s Hallowed Haunts and Harried Hunts for
little Wizards and Trolls
A new, self guided playground to families with kids 10 years
and younger, and der parents (no entrance wit out muggles). Open
weekends in September & October. Many new haunted items for
2008. Harold Potterson is da little cuzzin of da famess vizard
from Yolly ole England.
Folk Music under da Apple Trees
Returning by popular demand. Sept. 7 – Oct. 12, 2008,
Saturday & Sunday afternoons from 1:00-4:00 great folk music all
over da orchard.
Sept. 7 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Sept. 14 Dark of the Moon, Hardanger Fiddle – Inna Larson
Sept. 21 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Oct. 05 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Oct. 12 Oak Street Ramblers
The Tree Farm
8454 Highway 19 Cross Plains
http://www.thetreefarm.org/
The Tree Farm is a pick your own vegetable farm and Christmas
tree farm. So if you are looking for lots of fresh veggies
too, this is the place.
Ongoing Activities...
Kids in the Rotunda
Overture Center 201 State St, Madison, WI 53703 | INFO:
608.258.4177
Saturdays at 9:30am, 11:00am, and 1:00pm (1 PM shows are
sign language interpreted)
http://www.overturecenter.com/kir.htm
Every Saturday during the school year, Overture Center
offers free arts programs designed for children and
families at 9:30 AM, 11 AM and 1 PM. Our popular
performing arts series for children and families offers
a relaxed, kid-friendly environment in which to enjoy a
diverse lineup of local and regional musicians,
storytellers, jugglers, theater troupes, magicians and
dancers. The 1 PM performances are sign language
interpreted.
Kids in the Rotunda takes place on the Rotunda Stage.
SEP
27 Co'Motion Dance Theater, modern dance
OCT
4 Fabu, African American stories
11 Children of the Sun, deaf & HOH drum troupe
18 Ken Waldman, Alaska's fiddling poet
25 Meenakshi Ganesan & Kalaanjali School of Dance, classical Indian
dance
NOV
1 The Madgadders, rock 'n' roll costume party
8 Truly Remarkable Loon, comedy & juggling
15 Bovee and Heil, traditional American music
22 Daniel Barash, shadow puppetry
29 Tim Glander, magic
DEC: Holidays at Overture
6 Ken Lonnquist, "The Gingerbread Man"
13 Madison Ballet , "Offstage & Personal"
20 Yid Vicious, "Hannukah Rocks!"
Mocha Moms of
Madison Bi-Weekly Group Meetings
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Mocha Moms of Madison will not have bi-weekly group discussions (every
2nd and 4th Friday), during the summer. Support meetings will resume
Friday, September 12, 2008. However, any one interested in joining or
learning more about Mocha Moms, can send e-mail to madisonmochas@sbcglobal.net
or call (608) 338-5368.
Mocha Moms, Inc. is a support group for mothers of color who
have chosen not to work full-time outside of the home in order
to devote more time to their families.. Mocha Moms serves as an
advocate for those mothers and encourages the spirit of
community activism within its membership. Mocha Moms, Inc. does
not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender,
socio-economic level, education, or religion. Anyone who
supports the mission and purpose of Mocha Moms, Inc. is welcome
to join.
For more information on Mocha Moms, Inc. visit:
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Tunes at Monona Terrace
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html#tunes
Wednesdays, 5:30-7PM
Free and open to the public
The Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of The Capital Times, and
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center are proud to sponsor
these free community concerts. Concessions and cocktails are available
for purchase beginning at 5PM.
October
8 The Brian Whitty Group (Swing, Jazz, Rock)
22 PianoFondue (Dueling Pianos)
November
5 Ladies Must Swing (Big Band Swing)
19 Little Vito & The Torpedoes (50s & 60s)
December
3 All That Jazz (20 pc. Jazz Band)
*If weather permits this concert will be held on the rooftop.
Dane County Farmers' Market
Capitol Square Call: 455-1999
Saturdays, 6:00am - 2:00pm
http://www.dcfm.org
The award-winning Dane County Farmers' Market (DCFM), a Madison
tradition since 1972, opens its outdoor season on Saturday,
April 19 from 6 am to 2 pm. The beautiful Capitol Square is a
unique setting for the largest producer-only market in the
nation. And, all of the products are produced right here in
Wisconsin!
Enjoy fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, cheese, meat, poultry,
fish, honey, maple syrup, nuts, jelly, eggs, candy, baked goods,
plants, fresh flowers, and more ...
The DCFM outdoor markets are open every Saturday and every
Wednesday through early November - RAIN OR SHINE!
Bean Sprouts Kid's Cafe
6719 Frank Lloyd Wright Avenue, Suite
101 Middleton, WI 53562, 1.608.826.6YUM (6986)
http://www.beansproutscafe.com
Bean Sprouts is a new kids' café
featuring:
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yummy, good-for-you food
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a
hip, fun atmosphere for kids and parents
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organic baby food and delivery service
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birthdays and tea parties!
All
events are held at Bean Sprouts café
Register for class (97k PDF)
Events at Rhapsody Arts Center
Rhapsody Arts Center 271 S. Main Street Verona, WI 53593
Phone: (608)-848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Please call Rhapsody Arts
Center at 608-848-2045 for more information and class rates.
Also, you can visit our website, www.rhapsodyarts.org.
Madtown Twisters Open
Gym
West: 7035 Old Sauk Road (Corner of Old Sauk & Gammon)
608-829-2922
East: 808 Walsh Road 608-245-9565
http://www.madtowntwisters.com/opengym.html
Every week Madtown Twisters East and West locations both host
open gym times for kids of different ages. The prices are
incredibly reasonable, and the kids get to run, jump, and have
lots of high energy fun!
Toddler Time - A Parent/Child Playgroup
Tenney Nursery and Parent Center 1321 East Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703 (608)255-3250
Meets every Friday from 9:00-11:301:30
http://www.tnpckids.com
A teacher-directed class for parents (or adult) and child(ren)
to explore age appropriate materials in a traditional classroom
setting. Group time is held in the classroom about half way
through Toddler Time. Children and adults participate by singing
songs, dancing to music and listening to stories. After group,
families may continue playing in the classroom, go to the
multipurpose room for large motor activities or go out to the
playground. Families are welcome to bring individual snacks.
Snack tables are located in the multipurpose room.
The cost is $5.00 for each drop-in visit. Enrolled families pay
a discounted price each semester and have a reserved spot each
Friday.
PAL Zone (Play and Learn)
Covenant Presbyterian Church and Living Water Church, Sun Prairie
Tuesdays 9:30-11am. Free, open play group giving parents and children
the opportunity to interact and play with other children, and parents. 2
locations!! For more information call 608.241.5150 or visit our website
at www.familyenhancement.org.
Baby Signs
Tamara Smith Independent Certified Instructor
Middleton, WI 53562 608-831-2068 Email:
trybabysigns@gmail.com
http://www.babysigns.com
Ever Wonder What Your Baby is Thinking? Or Why Your Baby is
Crying? Using the BABY SIGNS® Program gives babies a way to
“talk” with their parents before they can talk. Babies can
communicate about the world around them long before they have
mastered their verbal speaking skills! Babies and their
parents can use simple signs to communicate important things –
like being hungry or thirsty, hot or cold, afraid or sad – often
a full year before babies could otherwise speak.
Eager Free Public Library Pre-School Storytime
39 W. Main Street, Evansville
Pre-school storytimes every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Pre-school crafts every Friday at 10:00 a.m.
Fitchburg Library
Story Time
Fitchburg Community Center
Contact: Marti Fechner 845-1518
Story Time by Friends of the Fitchburg Libary
Thursdays, Sept 11 - Dec.
18th (no Story Time on Nov. 27) 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Children 5 and under listen to books, sing songs with
fingerplays, and create a craft. Free open gym often available
afterwards.
Babies' Music
Rhapsody Arts Center, 271 S.
Main St., Verona (608)848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Music class for ages 0-18 months. Sponsored by
The Purple Goose of Verona, this class is for caregiver and baby.
Strengthen the bond with your baby while encouraging the discovery
of sounds, movements and textures. Your child's overall
development will soar through enjoyable musical stimulation , and
you will enjoy sharing experiences with other new parents.
At-Home
Dads
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Ave.
204-6147 [MAP]
Every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 am
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Come join a community of dads who have made the choice to stay at
home with their child/children. The discussion will be led by the
group, but topics may range from fatherhood and the novelty of
being a stay-at-home-dad to topics completely unrelated to being a
parent, like sports, music, and movies. Snacks and drinks
available for purchase or BYO.
New
Mom's Group
Madison Birth Center 6720 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Suite
103Middleton 821-0123 [MAP]
Free drop-in group for mothers, babies & pregnant women
11 am-12:30 pm Thursdays
jody@madisonbirthcenter.com
Led by Jen Perfetti, MA, LPC and the Madison Birth Center
midwives, this drop-in group is for mothers, babies and pregnant
women. Each week a topic is discussed along with open discussion.
Breastfeeding support is always available. You need not have given
birth at the Madison Birth Center to attend. When: Thursday
mornings from 11 AM-12:30 PM Cost: No charge
Adoptive Families Playgroup
Fitchburg/Verona area. Info:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or 608-845-9749
Email:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com
ADOPTIVE FAMILIES PLAYGROUP:
Playgroup & support group for adoptive families with young
children. Wednesdays, 11:00 - 2:00 - times & frequency open.
Please contact Clarinda at clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or
608-845-9749.
Storytimes
Ages 2- 5
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall) 238-8455 Madison [MAP]
Thursdays at 9:30am
Led by UW Library Students – Frances Veit & Betsy Wermuth
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
Tuesdays at the
Castle - Avol's Bookstore
315 W. Gorham St. 255-4730 [MAP]
ages 3-6, 11 am Tuesdays. 255-4730
Trudy Barash reads stories for children ages 3-6 years at Avol's
Bookstore, (formerly Canterbury Booksellers).
Dan, Dan, the Story Man
Borders Books East 2173 Zeier
Rd., Madison 240-0080
10:30 am Wednesdays
Call: 240-0080
Dan, Dan, the Story Man: stories, music and activities, Wednesdays
at 10:30am
Drop-In Playtime
Family Enhancement 2120 Fordem Ave., Suite 210 (new
location)
Weekly on Mondays and Fridays @ 9:00am Call: 241-5150 ext. 15
http://www.familyenhancement.org
Ages 9 months-4 years, 9 am-noon Mondays & Fridays, Family
Enhancement. 241-5150 ext. 15
Preschool Crafts
Eager Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Tuesdays, 8:00am
This is a great way to
ensure that your child is getting some great experiences with
eye-hand coordination. Registration is not necessary for these
craft programs. Year Around Preschool Craft Time every
Tuesday at 10 a.m.
September 20 - September 26
The
weather
-- Just a hair warmer and nice with highs in the mid 70s all
week with a chance or rain late in the week.
YMCA Activate
America Open House
711 Cottage Grove Road Madison, WI 53716 (608) 221-1571
1470 Don Simon Dr. Sun Prairie, WI 53590 (608) 837-8221
5515 Medical Circle Madison, WI 53719 (608) 276-6606
Friday, September 26 • 6:30-8:30pm
http://www.ymcadanecounty.org/programs/family.asp
Get active this fall at the YMCA!
America on the Move week is an on-line health challenge held in
conjunction with the YMCA Activate America movement. This is a
nationwide event to inspire individuals and families to
incorporate healthy activities into their daily routines. The
YMCA is celebrating with America on the Move September 20 - 28
to encourage Americans to take small steps toward a healthier
lifestyle. Free special activities on Friday, September 26 from
6:30-8:30pm during our community-wide open house at all three
Branches.
It’s FREE for everyone! Bring a friend!
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Friday,
Sept. 26 Special Activities at all branches 6:30pm -8:30pm
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Free tours
and facility use will continue all day on Saturday and
Sunday.
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Saturday,
Sept. 27 6:00am -7:00pm
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Sunday,
Sept. 28 9:00am -7:00pm
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M FREE • P
FREE • East/Northeast/West YMCA
Kids for Peace Day
@ Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
September 20, 2008 — 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
The museum is gearing up for its annual Kids for Peace
celebration, honoring the United Nations International Day of
Peace (September 21). The day begins with performances outside
the museum and culminates in a vibrant community parade around
Capitol Square. The museum hosts a Peace Panel art installation
by students at Walbridge School throughout the month. Find out
more information about International Day of Peace.
Art Activities 10 am-noon (outside the
museum)
Face-Painting
Sidewalk Chalk
Paint the Peace-Mobile and Mami Wata Sailboat
Decorate strollers, bikes & wagons
Make banners and costumes for the parade
Performances 10:30 a.m.-noon (outside the museum)
Suzuki Strings of Madison
Viv Ncaus Hmong Dancers
Dances of Universal Peace
Rich Baumann
Kids for Peace Parade, noon-12:30 p.m. (around Capitol
Square)
Mama Digdown’s Brass Band
Atimevu Drum & Dance Company
Peace-Mobile
Mami Wata Sailboat
YOUR family, school or club!
Zoo Run Run
Henry Vilas Zoo - 702 South Randall Avenue, Madison, WI
53715-1665
Sunday, September 8
http://vilaszoo.org/events/photos.php?id=142&category_id=2503
Get ready for an even bigger and better Zoo Run Run on
Sunday, September
21, 2008! Taking place in this run raises money for our Zoo
Century renovation
campaign and that means you are making an investment in our
community and
helping sustain the legacy of our wonderful, free Zoo!
ROO RUN RUN
Get your little
“joeys” moving, too! As part of the Zoo Run Run festivities,
Physicians Plus is excited to present the Roo Run Run for kids
ages 2–6.
Beginning at 11 a.m., your smallest kangaroos can run, hop or
skip to the fi nish
line during this fun dash through the Zoo! Look for the Roo Run
Run course in
the middle of the Zoo. All participants will get a special
reward and a Physicians
Plus GO Passport to help them stay active all year long!
NeedtoBreathe
A benefit concert for the Autism Society of Greater Madison
Treinen Farm
Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
W12420 Highway 60, Lodi Phone: 608-592-3481
Saturday, September 20,
2:00 pm
http://www.treinenfarm.com
Enjoy this up and coming band in a memorable country setting
$8.00 (includes admission to the corn maze)
Bring a blanket or lawnchairs
No alcohol please
Food stand (brats, hot dogs, etc.) by ASGM
Ice cream by Chocolate Shoppe
Tickets available at the event
Let's Go to
the Movies
Stoughton Library 304 S.
4th St., Stoughton
Thursday, September 25 at 3:30 pm
http://www.stoughtonpubliclibrary.org
Thursday afternoon, September 25 at 3:30 pm, the Stoughton
Public Library will be showing a movie based in fantasy about
three children who are relocated to their uncle's ancient house
where, with the help of a house elf, they find chronicles of all
the fairies, elves, gnomes and other underworld-type creatures
that can affect the lives of humans. Their Uncle Spiderwick had
the knowledge that every human should know to survive with these
creatures and the children begin to explore the grounds to
discover interactions with these creatures.
A delightful tale dealing with the mindset of children who have
had some major change in their living conditions at the same
time they discover that there is a whole world out there for
them to explore. Rated PG, the movie lasts about 97 minutes.
This, and other movies to be shown this season, is sponsored by
a grant from the Stoughton Optimist Organization. They also
sponsor the refreshments to be served free of charge to
attendees.
If you need special accommodations to attend this movie, please
contact 608-873-6281 as soon as possible.
Mazomanie
Movement Arts Center
2 Brodhead St. Mazomanie,
Wisconsin 53560 - (608) 795-0014
http://www.mazomac.com/
The lady that runs this program, Marcia Miquelon (aka Mars)
makes me want to quit my job, sell the house and become a full
time acrobat! She is the real deal and her programs are
worth the drive! Check them out for some really great, creative
fun.
Creative Movement: 5:30-6:20 p.m.
Mondays, Sept. 15-Dec. 15
Yoga-Inspired Pilates: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays, Sept.
22-Dec. 15
Svaroopa Yoga: 7:45-8:45 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 22-Nov.
10
Aerial Arts for kids (7 and up): 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, Oct. 14-Dec. 2
Aerial Yoga: 5:00-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 14-Dec. 20
Adult Aerial Performance Workshop: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays,
Oct. 14-Jan. 27
Youth Aerial Performance Workshop: 11:00 a.m.-12:30
p.m. Sundays, Sept. 28-Jan. 25
Circus Camp for Grownups! 10:00-a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 8
Food for Thought Festival
Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. off the Capitol Square
Saturday, September 20, 8:00 am - 1:30 pm
http://www.reapfoodgroup.org
With food sampling, displays, cooking demonstrations, recipe
contest, music, kids' activities, raffle, guest chef Monique
Jamet-Hooker, keynote by the director of The Center for Art,
Ecology & Agriculture's Michael Ableman.
The annual Food for Thought Festival is a fun, festive forum
that explores and celebrates our many opportunities to eat more
pleasurably, healthfully and sustainably.
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Informational and interactive displays
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The Food for Thought Recipe Contest
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Speakers and Presentations
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Cooking Demonstrations
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Live Music, Kids' Activities, Animals, Great
Food, and More!
At the annual Food for Thought Festival you
will:
* See, taste, and smell the pleasures of locally produced food,
* Meet members of your community,
* Learn what you can to support small family farms, eat
healthily and protect the environment,
* Have fun!
Heritage Fest
Schumacher Farm County Park, 5682 Hwy. 19, Waunakee
Saturday, September 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Cost: Free Call: 849-4559
http://www.thedailypage.com/theguide/details.php?event=207844
Annual fall festival, 1-4 pm, 9/21, Schumacher Farm County Park,
Waunakee, with horse-drawn wagon rides, pie-making contest,
square dancers, corn roast, home-baked goods. Free. 849-4559
Willy Street Fair
800-1000 blocks of Williamson Street
Saturday, September 20, 1:30pm - 9:00pm
Sunday, September 21, 11:00am - 7:30pm
http://www.willystreetfair.org
31ST ANNUAL WILLY STREET FAIR: SEPTEMBER 20TH AND 21ST
Thirty-one great years of service to the City go hand-in-hand
with 31 years of fantastic music, delicious food, big surprises,
and community celebration!
The 31st annual Willy Street Fair is almost here!
On September 20 and September 21, Willy Street will once again
become the city's largest block party with seven music stages, a
multitude of impromptu street performances, fantastic foods and
drinks from across the globe, fabulous arts and crafts, a
legendary parade and an irresistible community raffle with over
200 prizes.
Kicking things off will be the return of the Saturday Willy
Warm-up from 1:30 pm to 9:00 pm on the 900 block of Williamson
St. This year, there will be 3 stages; the Kickoff Stage, DJ
Stage and our brand-new Folk Stage for those who like to look,
listen, and most importantly, dance, dance, dance. All the great
food and original crafts that visitors expect from the
traditional Sunday event is on hand, just in smaller doses.
Sunday's festivities begin with the wild, colorful and eclectic
parade sponsored by the Greater Williamson Area Business
Association at 11:00 am, and end at 7:30 pm after the much
anticipated raffle drawing. This year, there will be nearly 150
vendors lining the street and five fantastic music stages
throughout the day. The music will include local and regional
bands, as well as prominent artists from all over the world. If
you're interested in a fantastic day of great music wherever you
turn, meeting old friends, making new ones, enjoying great food
and crafts from around the world, and having a beer or two, the
Willy Street Fair is the place to be and be seen!
For the latest Fair information including photos from last
year's parade and Fair, volunteer opportunities, sponsors and
more, go to www.willystreetfair.org.
See full schedule online, but here is the Kid's Stage info:
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
KID'S STAGE
1:00 KOJO Drill Team
2:00 Madgadders
3:00 WilMar Kids with Fashions from St. Vinnie's
4:00 Truly Remarkable Loon
5:00 First Wave Hip Hop Theater Ensemble
6:30 Willy Street Fair Raffle
McFarland Family Festival
McFarland High School 5101 Farwell St., McFarland
Friday through Sunday, September 26-28
http://www.mcfarlandfamilyfestival.org
with entertainment, contests, carnival, food, book sale, train rides.
Friday: Youth triathlon 4:30 pm, youth dance 6:30-9 pm.
Saturday: Adult triathlon 8 am; Okinawan Taiko Drummers 11 am &
1:30 pm, Almost in Time 11:45 am. Sunday: Chicken BBQ 11 am-6
pm, parade noon. Schedule: www.mcfarlandfamilyfestival.org or
838-3378
From Hwy 12/18 (Beltline), take Hwy 51/Stoughton Road exit. Head
South on Hwy 51 toward McFarland. Turn left on Farwell St (third
stop light). High school will be on your right.
Banana Lady Show
& Book Signing
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall)
Thursday, September 25 at 9:30 am
http://www.bananalady.com
UW Space Place
UW Space Place 2300 S. Park
St., Suite LL-100, Madison 262-4779
Free workshop for
elementary/middle school students
http://spaceplace.wisc.edu
Email: kay@sal.wisc.edu
Saturday Family Workshops
Saturday workshops begin at 10:00 am and are designed for
children ages 6-10 and their families.
September 20 • "Science is Fun Returns!"
Join students from the UW-Madison Chemistry Department at
10:00 am for hands-on experiments and activities.
At 11:00 am, following the Chemistry workshop, we will
also present a bilingual (English/Spanish) workshop on
rockets. Children can design and launch their own paper
rockets. You are welcome to attend either or both (Chemistry
and Rockets) workshops.
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
Kids for Peace Day
September 20, 2008 — 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Class: Music Together
This class meets one Sunday per month in the fall from 3:30
- 4:00.
September 21, 2008 — 3:30 am to 4:00 am
Class: Tots In Motion
Join Kathleen Madden in the First Feats gallery for games
and other physical activities to strengthen gross motor
skills. Class runs on Tuesdays from 9:30 - 10:00.
September 23, 2008 — 9:30 am to 10:00 am
Toddler Time
Visit the First Feats exhibit gallery for informal
activities for children ages 18 months-3 years. Open to
Cantajuego participants and general visitors with children
under 3.
Mondays from 10:00 - 10:30
September 22, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Cantajuego
Informal playgroup for Spanish/English bilingual families
and second language learners. Play group meets from 10:00 -
10:30 on Mondays.
September 22, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Class: Toddler Music
Visit the program room each week for Toddler Music Class.
Classes take place every Thursday and Friday, 10:00-10:30
a.m. The cost is $1.00/child.
September 25, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
September 26, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Art Workshop: Mola Designs
Explore Mola textile designs and create a piece inspired by
traditional Molas crafted by the Kuna people of Panama. Ages
6 and up. $5.00/child workshop fee.
September 27, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
Drop in Program: Peace Banners
Come celebrate Kids for Peace Day and make a peace banner to
take home!
September 20, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
September 21, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Drop-In Program: Art Dabblers
Visit the art room each week for informal art projects
recommended for ages 2-5. Programs take place every Tuesday
and Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m.
Sept. 23 & 24 - Paper Dolls
September 23, 2008 — 10:30 am to 11:00 am
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/find_an_event.do
Madison Public
Libraries
See below for dates, times, and locations
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/calendar.html
Here is all of the fun stuff going on through the Madison Public
Libraries for this week. Click on the colored titles to register
online. Note that many activities require pre-registration.
KEVA Sports - Stroller Jam
8312 Forsythia St.
Middleton, WI (608) 662-0275
Keva Sports Center is offering 8-week sessions for only $95.
Classes are held Monday and Wednesday from 9-9:50 AM starting
September 8
New Free Trial Class! Thursday Sept 25th 9:30-10:20am & Monday
Sept 29th 11-11:50am
http://www.kevasports.com/index.html
Turn your stroller into a portable fitness machine, get moving
and make new friends while your baby has a blast! Work out,
stretch and interact with other parents and caregivers. Stroller
Jam is a way for you and your baby to enjoy fitness and fun
together!
RSVP for 2008 Buddy Walk
Saturday, September 13
Warner Park 2930 N. Sherman Ave.
http://www.madss.org
One-mile walk to benefit Down Syndrome education, research &
advocacy, 11 am, 9/13, Warner Park (registration 9:30 am). $25
($50 group of four). RSVP: www.madss.org or 692-7653
Infant Massage Class at
Therapeutic Resources
Infant Massage
7404 University Avenue Middleton, WI 53562
http://www.therapeuticresources.net
Infant massage is a excellent way for parents and baby to bond
and interact. Infant massage is beneficial for relaxation,
providing relief from the discomfort of constipation or gas,
improving circulation, promoting deep sleep patterns, deepening
emotional connection, and stimulating growth. This 3-week series
class is appropriate for parents and babies 0-6 months.
Instructor: Alisa Wagner, OTR, CIMI ®
For more information: Email
alisa@vitallinks.net
To register: Call 608.270.5424
Pumpkin Patches
Treinen Farm
Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
W12420 Highway 60, Lodi Phone: 608-592-3481
http://www.treinenfarm.com
The Treinen's are a wonderful family! In
addition to the regular events, they also sponsor an
annual A-Maze-Ing Days for Autism fundraiser event
for the Autism Society of Greater Madison.
Their 15-acre Dragonfly Corn Maze, with over 4 miles of trails, is
now open now through November. In addition to the corn
maze and pumpkin patch they also have a pumpkin
slingshot, horsedrawn wagon rides, barnyard animals,
play areas and much more.
Hours:
(August 1- November 9)
Fridays: 5 pm - 9 pm, Sat: 11 am - 9 pm, Sun: 11 am - 5 pm
Rates:
$8.00 age 12 and over, $6.00 age 6-11, Free age 5 and under
Schuster's Playtime Farm
1326 Hwy. 12 & 18, Deerfield, WI 53531 | (608)764-8488
Haunted House, Pumpkin Patch, and Corn Maze
http://schustersplaytimefarm.com
The Schuster's are another great family with another great farm
program. Their corn maze this year is a 9 acre Gilda
Radner in honor of Gilda's Club, an organization that helps
individuals and their families in their fight against cancer.
In addition to the corn maze and pumpkin patch, they have a farm full of kid
activities including some of the best play structures, barnyard
animals, corn cannon, hay rides and more.
9/13
(10 am-10 pm) and 9/14 (10 am-6 pm)
Open daily: 9/20-10/31---M-TH (9 am-7 pm); F & Sat. (10 am-10
pm) and Sun. (10 am-6 pm)
Maze prices: Maze only tickets are available weekdays or for
flashlight maze or by request at the ticket booth on the
weekend.
Small maze $2/person
Large maze $6/person
Our weekend packages include a maze entry.
Young Fun Package ($6.50) includes the small maze.
Adventure Package ($9.50) includes the large maze.
Hinchley's Dairy Farm
2844 Hwy 73 Cambridge, WI 53523 | 608-764-5090
http://dairyfarmtours.com/
Once again, another great family with another great farm.
The difference here is that Hinchley's is an active dairy farm.
They have tours of the dairy farm area, hayrides, pumpkin patch
and some really fun and cool farm animals.
Festive Fall Activities
Fall Harvest at the Hinchley's is a special time of year.
The days are getting shorter, corn is drying and pumpkins
are ready to be picked. Along with the daytime farm tours,
Hinchley's extended their hours. Weekend visits for a farm
tour are 10-4, and weekdays with reservations. Evening farm
tours, hayrides, and group parties are available with
reservations. The excitement always seems to build around
Halloween!
FALL DAIRY FARM TOURS include a FREE PUMPKIN. Enjoy a
day at the farm, milk a cow, gather eggs, hold, pet and feed
farm animals, and then head to the hayride to pick a FREE
pumpkin from the 6 acre pumpkin patch. Your hayride will go
through the fields, past silly scare crows, and stop at the
6 acre pumpkin patch. EVERYONE gets a free pumpkin! The only
thing that we request is that each person pick one that they
can carry. In other words, size appropriate. Limit ONE 200+
pound pumpkin per family. Cost is $8 per child/senior and
$10 per adult. Under 2 is free.
EVENING Family Hayrides are available. Every Friday
and Saturday night in October from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $8 for a
1/2 hour hayride and FREE pumpkin. Under 2 is free. Private
rides with reservations. Look for more informantion about
evening events at www.hinchleyhaunts.com .
Hinchley's CORN MAZE is ready! It is family friendly
with silly prizes throughout. We have found after many
visitors with small children; a corn maze can not be too
long, too tricky, or too boring. SO we make them short, with
educational information, and PRIZES. All of our corn maze
visitors also get a hayride and a FREE PUMPKIN! The cost of
the Corn Maze is $8 per person. The corn maze is OPEN every
Saturday and Sunday in October from 10-4, or weekdays with
reservations. GROUP DISCOUNTS are available.
Eugster's Farm
3865 Highway 138 Stoughton, WI 53589 Phone:(608) 873-3822
http://www.eugsters.com
Once again, another wonderful family with another wonderful
family farm! Eugster's Fall Festival is a great wholesome
family experience. There is so much to see, and do, and
eat! Make sure you bring your camera, because there are tons of
great photo opportunities. The aroma of fresh kettle corn
popping, apple pies baking, and fresh cider donuts cooking are
sure to jump start your appetite. The Milk House Café can take
care of that. While you eat, enjoy a great puppet show or a
performance by one of our special entertainers. We want
everybody to go home with smiles on their faces, great memories
in their head, and a little dirt on their shoes!
Admission Price
The cost is $6.50 for adults and children. Little ones 2
years old and under are free. Everyone will get a wristband
when they check in.
Admission includes:
Parking, Petting Farm, Haunted House, Puppet Shows, Special
Guest Performer, Wagon Rides, Pumpkin Washing Stations,
Pedal Tricycle Area, Huge Sandbox, 3-Play Systems, Screamy
Scary Silo, Photo Opportunities and Clean Restrooms
Fall Festival Dates and Hours
September 27 & 28
October 4 & 5
October 11 & 12
October 18 & 19
October 25 & 26
Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. No
entrances passes will be sold after 5:00 p.m.
Appleberry Farm
8079 Maurer Rd Cross Plains,
WI
http://www.theappleberryfarm.com/
Established in 1975, Appleberry Farm has grown to be a local
favorite for fresh-picked apples and delicious cider in the
Fall. Now we have expanded to strawberries & raspberries in the
summer. Come visit the Orchard, feed the Chickens and sit by the
Duck pond. Enjoy a Hayride or walk through our oak savanna with
beautiful views towards Blue Mounds.
September 2008 - Fall Opening
Fall Hours:Labor Day thru Halloween
9:00 a.m. - 12:00pm Fri,
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat & Sun
Call 608-798-2780 for special Harvest events.
September 2008 - School Tours
Kids love learning all about how nature is at work in the
Orchard. Farm tours are tailored to their age, and tie into
a class project. Great also for scout troops, church or
other groups.
Call to schedule at least 2 weeks in advance.
Mayr Family Farm
3680 Egre Rd, DeForest, Wisconsin
http://www.mayrfamilyfarm.com
Join us for a Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride to the Pumpkin Patch
and pick your own pumpkin!
Our Team of Percherons or our Team of Belgians will take you out
to our Pumpkin Patch, where you can find your perfect pumpkin.
Take as much time as you need searching the field and when you
find the pumpkin you desire, we will cut it off the stem for
you. The only rule is you must be able to carry out your own
pumpkin and load it onto the wagon. This rule also applies to
children.
The Pumpkin Patch is open on Saturday's and Sunday's in
October from 11am to 5pm. We do accept appointments for schools,
groups, and parties during the week. Come enjoy the country for
the day, whether it be to just find your ideal pumpkin or to
enjoy all our farm has to offer, everyone of any age is welcome!
Eplegaarden
2227 Fitchburg Rd, Fitchburg, WI
http://www.eplegaarden.com/
What’s Happening at Eplegaarden in 2008
Horse Drawn Hayrides - Every weekend beginning Sept. 6 &
Oct. 26, 2008, we will have horse drawn hayrides around da
orchard and to da pumpkin patch for your pleasure from 11:00 –
4:00.
Halloween Fun-2008 - Through out September and October
we celebrate Halloween with haunted decorations, pumpkin plukkin,
Harold Potterson’s Hallowed Haunts and Harried Hunts, old barn
loft and silo possibly haunted, and fun activities for kids of
all ages.
Da Trolls - Dave Watson of Watson’s Woods in the Wis.
Dells, a chainsaw wood carver, created a family of trolls for
the orchard in 2007. Come say hi to our family of trolls.
Harold Potterson’s Hallowed Haunts and Harried Hunts for
little Wizards and Trolls
A new, self guided playground to families with kids 10 years
and younger, and der parents (no entrance wit out muggles). Open
weekends in September & October. Many new haunted items for
2008. Harold Potterson is da little cuzzin of da famess vizard
from Yolly ole England.
Folk Music under da Apple Trees
Returning by popular demand. Sept. 7 – Oct. 12, 2008,
Saturday & Sunday afternoons from 1:00-4:00 great folk music all
over da orchard.
Sept. 7 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Sept. 14 Dark of the Moon, Hardanger Fiddle – Inna Larson
Sept. 21 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Oct. 05 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Oct. 12 Oak Street Ramblers
The Tree Farm
8454 Highway 19 Cross Plains
http://www.thetreefarm.org/
The Tree Farm is a pick your own vegetable farm and Christmas
tree farm. So if you are looking for lots of fresh veggies
too, this is the place.
Ongoing Activities...
Kids in the Rotunda
Overture Center 201 State St, Madison, WI 53703 | INFO:
608.258.4177
Saturdays at 9:30am, 11:00am, and 1:00pm (1 PM shows are
sign language interpreted)
http://www.overturecenter.com/kir.htm
Every Saturday during the school year, Overture Center
offers free arts programs designed for children and
families at 9:30 AM, 11 AM and 1 PM. Our popular
performing arts series for children and families offers
a relaxed, kid-friendly environment in which to enjoy a
diverse lineup of local and regional musicians,
storytellers, jugglers, theater troupes, magicians and
dancers. The 1 PM performances are sign language
interpreted.
Kids in the Rotunda takes place on the Rotunda Stage.
SEP
20 Armenrah the Mime
27 Co'Motion Dance Theater, modern dance
OCT
4 Fabu, African American stories
11 Children of the Sun, deaf & HOH drum troupe
18 Ken Waldman, Alaska's fiddling poet
25 Meenakshi Ganesan & Kalaanjali School of Dance, classical Indian
dance
NOV
1 The Madgadders, rock 'n' roll costume party
8 Truly Remarkable Loon, comedy & juggling
15 Bovee and Heil, traditional American music
22 Daniel Barash, shadow puppetry
29 Tim Glander, magic
DEC: Holidays at Overture
6 Ken Lonnquist, "The Gingerbread Man"
13 Madison Ballet , "Offstage & Personal"
20 Yid Vicious, "Hannukah Rocks!"
Mocha Moms of
Madison Bi-Weekly Group Meetings
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Mocha Moms of Madison will not have bi-weekly group discussions (every
2nd and 4th Friday), during the summer. Support meetings will resume
Friday, September 12, 2008. However, any one interested in joining or
learning more about Mocha Moms, can send e-mail to madisonmochas@sbcglobal.net
or call (608) 338-5368.
Mocha Moms, Inc. is a support group for mothers of color who
have chosen not to work full-time outside of the home in order
to devote more time to their families.. Mocha Moms serves as an
advocate for those mothers and encourages the spirit of
community activism within its membership. Mocha Moms, Inc. does
not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender,
socio-economic level, education, or religion. Anyone who
supports the mission and purpose of Mocha Moms, Inc. is welcome
to join.
For more information on Mocha Moms, Inc. visit:
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Tunes at Monona Terrace
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html#tunes
Wednesdays, 5:30-7PM
Free and open to the public
The Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of The Capital Times, and
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center are proud to sponsor
these free community concerts. Concessions and cocktails are available
for purchase beginning at 5PM.
September
24* Westside Andy & Mel Ford Band (R&B)
October
8 The Brian Whitty Group (Swing, Jazz, Rock)
22 PianoFondue (Dueling Pianos)
November
5 Ladies Must Swing (Big Band Swing)
19 Little Vito & The Torpedoes (50s & 60s)
December
3 All That Jazz (20 pc. Jazz Band)
*If weather permits this concert will be held on the rooftop.
Dane County Farmers' Market
Capitol Square Call: 455-1999
Saturdays, 6:00am - 2:00pm
http://www.dcfm.org
The award-winning Dane County Farmers' Market (DCFM), a Madison
tradition since 1972, opens its outdoor season on Saturday,
April 19 from 6 am to 2 pm. The beautiful Capitol Square is a
unique setting for the largest producer-only market in the
nation. And, all of the products are produced right here in
Wisconsin!
Enjoy fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, cheese, meat, poultry,
fish, honey, maple syrup, nuts, jelly, eggs, candy, baked goods,
plants, fresh flowers, and more ...
The DCFM outdoor markets are open every Saturday and every
Wednesday through early November - RAIN OR SHINE!
Bean Sprouts Kid's Cafe
6719 Frank Lloyd Wright Avenue, Suite
101 Middleton, WI 53562, 1.608.826.6YUM (6986)
http://www.beansproutscafe.com
Bean Sprouts is a new kids' café
featuring:
-
yummy, good-for-you food
-
a
hip, fun atmosphere for kids and parents
-
organic baby food and delivery service
-
birthdays and tea parties!
Events at Rhapsody Arts Center
Rhapsody Arts Center 271 S. Main Street Verona, WI 53593
Phone: (608)-848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Please call Rhapsody Arts
Center at 608-848-2045 for more information and class rates.
Also, you can visit our website, www.rhapsodyarts.org.
Madtown Twisters Open
Gym
West: 7035 Old Sauk Road (Corner of Old Sauk & Gammon)
608-829-2922
East: 808 Walsh Road 608-245-9565
http://www.madtowntwisters.com/opengym.html
Every week Madtown Twisters East and West locations both host
open gym times for kids of different ages. The prices are
incredibly reasonable, and the kids get to run, jump, and have
lots of high energy fun!
Toddler Time - A Parent/Child Playgroup
Tenney Nursery and Parent Center 1321 East Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703 (608)255-3250
Meets every Friday from 9:00-11:301:30
http://www.tnpckids.com
A teacher-directed class for parents (or adult) and child(ren)
to explore age appropriate materials in a traditional classroom
setting. Group time is held in the classroom about half way
through Toddler Time. Children and adults participate by singing
songs, dancing to music and listening to stories. After group,
families may continue playing in the classroom, go to the
multipurpose room for large motor activities or go out to the
playground. Families are welcome to bring individual snacks.
Snack tables are located in the multipurpose room.
The cost is $5.00 for each drop-in visit. Enrolled families pay
a discounted price each semester and have a reserved spot each
Friday.
PAL Zone (Play and Learn)
Covenant Presbyterian Church and Living Water Church, Sun Prairie
Tuesdays 9:30-11am. Free, open play group giving parents and children
the opportunity to interact and play with other children, and parents. 2
locations!! For more information call 608.241.5150 or visit our website
at www.familyenhancement.org.
Baby Signs
Tamara Smith Independent Certified Instructor
Middleton, WI 53562 608-831-2068 Email:
trybabysigns@gmail.com
http://www.babysigns.com
Ever Wonder What Your Baby is Thinking? Or Why Your Baby is
Crying? Using the BABY SIGNS® Program gives babies a way to
“talk” with their parents before they can talk. Babies can
communicate about the world around them long before they have
mastered their verbal speaking skills! Babies and their
parents can use simple signs to communicate important things –
like being hungry or thirsty, hot or cold, afraid or sad – often
a full year before babies could otherwise speak.
Eager Free Public Library Pre-School Storytime
39 W. Main Street, Evansville
Pre-school storytimes every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Pre-school crafts every Friday at 10:00 a.m.
Fitchburg Library
Story Time
Fitchburg Community Center
Contact: Marti Fechner 845-1518
Story Time by Friends of the Fitchburg Libary
Thursdays, Sept 11 - Dec.
18th (no Story Time on Nov. 27) 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Children 5 and under listen to books, sing songs with
fingerplays, and create a craft. Free open gym often available
afterwards.
Babies' Music
Rhapsody Arts Center, 271 S.
Main St., Verona (608)848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Music class for ages 0-18 months. Sponsored by
The Purple Goose of Verona, this class is for caregiver and baby.
Strengthen the bond with your baby while encouraging the discovery
of sounds, movements and textures. Your child's overall
development will soar through enjoyable musical stimulation , and
you will enjoy sharing experiences with other new parents.
At-Home
Dads
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Ave.
204-6147 [MAP]
Every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 am
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Come join a community of dads who have made the choice to stay at
home with their child/children. The discussion will be led by the
group, but topics may range from fatherhood and the novelty of
being a stay-at-home-dad to topics completely unrelated to being a
parent, like sports, music, and movies. Snacks and drinks
available for purchase or BYO.
New
Mom's Group
Madison Birth Center 6720 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Suite
103Middleton 821-0123 [MAP]
Free drop-in group for mothers, babies & pregnant women
11 am-12:30 pm Thursdays
jody@madisonbirthcenter.com
Led by Jen Perfetti, MA, LPC and the Madison Birth Center
midwives, this drop-in group is for mothers, babies and pregnant
women. Each week a topic is discussed along with open discussion.
Breastfeeding support is always available. You need not have given
birth at the Madison Birth Center to attend. When: Thursday
mornings from 11 AM-12:30 PM Cost: No charge
Adoptive Families Playgroup
Fitchburg/Verona area. Info:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or 608-845-9749
Email:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com
ADOPTIVE FAMILIES PLAYGROUP:
Playgroup & support group for adoptive families with young
children. Wednesdays, 11:00 - 2:00 - times & frequency open.
Please contact Clarinda at clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or
608-845-9749.
Storytimes
Ages 2- 5
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall) 238-8455 Madison [MAP]
Thursdays at 9:30am
Led by UW Library Students – Frances Veit & Betsy Wermuth
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
Tuesdays at the
Castle - Avol's Bookstore
315 W. Gorham St. 255-4730 [MAP]
ages 3-6, 11 am Tuesdays. 255-4730
Trudy Barash reads stories for children ages 3-6 years at Avol's
Bookstore, (formerly Canterbury Booksellers).
Dan, Dan, the Story Man
Borders Books East 2173 Zeier
Rd., Madison 240-0080
10:30 am Wednesdays
Call: 240-0080
Dan, Dan, the Story Man: stories, music and activities, Wednesdays
at 10:30am
Drop-In Playtime
Family Enhancement 2120 Fordem Ave., Suite 210 (new
location)
Weekly on Mondays and Fridays @ 9:00am Call: 241-5150 ext. 15
http://www.familyenhancement.org
Ages 9 months-4 years, 9 am-noon Mondays & Fridays, Family
Enhancement. 241-5150 ext. 15
Preschool Crafts
Eager Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Tuesdays, 8:00am
This is a great way to
ensure that your child is getting some great experiences with
eye-hand coordination. Registration is not necessary for these
craft programs. Year Around Preschool Craft Time every
Tuesday at 10 a.m.
September 13 - September 19
The
weather
-- Once we get through a wet weekend, look for picture
perfect days all week with lots of sunshine and highs in the 60s
on Sunday and Monday followed by perfect 70s the rest of the
week.
This Week's Question - Pumpkin Patches
I got an email from a
reader asking for recommendations for good pumpkin patches to
take the kids. I know of several that I have listed below.
Some have much more than just pumpkins... so depending on what
you are looking for, odds are you are going to find it here.
If you have any other recommendations, please email them to me
and I will add to the list.
Treinen Farm
Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
W12420 Highway 60, Lodi Phone: 608-592-3481
http://www.treinenfarm.com
The Treinen's are a wonderful family! In
addition to the regular events, they also sponsor an
annual A-Maze-Ing Days for Autism fundraiser event
for the Autism Society of Greater Madison.
Their 15-acre Dragonfly Corn Maze, with over 4 miles of trails, is
now open now through November. In addition to the corn
maze and pumpkin patch they also have a pumpkin
slingshot, horsedrawn wagon rides, barnyard animals,
play areas and much more.
Hours:
(August 1- November 9)
Fridays: 5 pm - 9 pm, Sat: 11 am - 9 pm, Sun: 11 am - 5 pm
Rates:
$8.00 age 12 and over, $6.00 age 6-11, Free age 5 and under
Schuster's Playtime Farm
1326 Hwy. 12 & 18, Deerfield, WI 53531 | (608)764-8488
Haunted House, Pumpkin Patch, and Corn Maze
http://schustersplaytimefarm.com
The Schuster's are another great family with another great farm
program. Their corn maze this year is a 9 acre Gilda
Radner in honor of Gilda's Club, an organization that helps
individuals and their families in their fight against cancer.
In addition to the corn maze and pumpkin patch, they have a farm full of kid
activities including some of the best play structures, barnyard
animals, corn cannon, hay rides and more.
9/13
(10 am-10 pm) and 9/14 (10 am-6 pm)
Open daily: 9/20-10/31---M-TH (9 am-7 pm); F & Sat. (10 am-10
pm) and Sun. (10 am-6 pm)
Maze prices: Maze only tickets are available weekdays or for
flashlight maze or by request at the ticket booth on the
weekend.
Small maze $2/person
Large maze $6/person
Our weekend packages include a maze entry.
Young Fun Package ($6.50) includes the small maze.
Adventure Package ($9.50) includes the large maze.
Hinchley's Dairy Farm
2844 Hwy 73 Cambridge, WI 53523 | 608-764-5090
http://dairyfarmtours.com/
Once again, another great family with another great farm.
The difference here is that Hinchley's is an active dairy farm.
They have tours of the dairy farm area, hayrides, pumpkin patch
and some really fun and cool farm animals.
Festive Fall Activities
Fall Harvest at the Hinchley's is a special time of year.
The days are getting shorter, corn is drying and pumpkins
are ready to be picked. Along with the daytime farm tours,
Hinchley's extended their hours. Weekend visits for a farm
tour are 10-4, and weekdays with reservations. Evening farm
tours, hayrides, and group parties are available with
reservations. The excitement always seems to build around
Halloween!
FALL DAIRY FARM TOURS include a FREE PUMPKIN. Enjoy a
day at the farm, milk a cow, gather eggs, hold, pet and feed
farm animals, and then head to the hayride to pick a FREE
pumpkin from the 6 acre pumpkin patch. Your hayride will go
through the fields, past silly scare crows, and stop at the
6 acre pumpkin patch. EVERYONE gets a free pumpkin! The only
thing that we request is that each person pick one that they
can carry. In other words, size appropriate. Limit ONE 200+
pound pumpkin per family. Cost is $8 per child/senior and
$10 per adult. Under 2 is free.
EVENING Family Hayrides are available. Every Friday
and Saturday night in October from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $8 for a
1/2 hour hayride and FREE pumpkin. Under 2 is free. Private
rides with reservations. Look for more informantion about
evening events at www.hinchleyhaunts.com .
Hinchley's CORN MAZE is ready! It is family friendly
with silly prizes throughout. We have found after many
visitors with small children; a corn maze can not be too
long, too tricky, or too boring. SO we make them short, with
educational information, and PRIZES. All of our corn maze
visitors also get a hayride and a FREE PUMPKIN! The cost of
the Corn Maze is $8 per person. The corn maze is OPEN every
Saturday and Sunday in October from 10-4, or weekdays with
reservations. GROUP DISCOUNTS are available.
Eugster's Farm
3865 Highway 138 Stoughton, WI 53589 Phone:(608) 873-3822
http://www.eugsters.com
Once again, another wonderful family with another wonderful
family farm! Eugster's Fall Festival is a great wholesome
family experience. There is so much to see, and do, and
eat! Make sure you bring your camera, because there are tons of
great photo opportunities. The aroma of fresh kettle corn
popping, apple pies baking, and fresh cider donuts cooking are
sure to jump start your appetite. The Milk House Café can take
care of that. While you eat, enjoy a great puppet show or a
performance by one of our special entertainers. We want
everybody to go home with smiles on their faces, great memories
in their head, and a little dirt on their shoes!
Admission Price
The cost is $6.50 for adults and children. Little ones 2
years old and under are free. Everyone will get a wristband
when they check in.
Admission includes:
Parking, Petting Farm, Haunted House, Puppet Shows, Special
Guest Performer, Wagon Rides, Pumpkin Washing Stations,
Pedal Tricycle Area, Huge Sandbox, 3-Play Systems, Screamy
Scary Silo, Photo Opportunities and Clean Restrooms
Fall Festival Dates and Hours
September 27 & 28
October 4 & 5
October 11 & 12
October 18 & 19
October 25 & 26
Hours are 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. No
entrances passes will be sold after 5:00 p.m.
Appleberry Farm
8079 Maurer Rd Cross Plains,
WI
http://www.theappleberryfarm.com/
Established in 1975, Appleberry Farm has grown to be a local
favorite for fresh-picked apples and delicious cider in the
Fall. Now we have expanded to strawberries & raspberries in the
summer. Come visit the Orchard, feed the Chickens and sit by the
Duck pond. Enjoy a Hayride or walk through our oak savanna with
beautiful views towards Blue Mounds.
September 2008 - Fall Opening
Fall Hours:Labor Day thru Halloween
9:00 a.m. - 12:00pm Fri,
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sat & Sun
Call 608-798-2780 for special Harvest events.
September 2008 - School Tours
Kids love learning all about how nature is at work in the
Orchard. Farm tours are tailored to their age, and tie into
a class project. Great also for scout troops, church or
other groups.
Call to schedule at least 2 weeks in advance.
Mayr Family Farm
3680 Egre Rd, DeForest, Wisconsin
http://www.mayrfamilyfarm.com
Join us for a Horse-Drawn Wagon Ride to the Pumpkin Patch
and pick your own pumpkin!
Our Team of Percherons or our Team of Belgians will take you out
to our Pumpkin Patch, where you can find your perfect pumpkin.
Take as much time as you need searching the field and when you
find the pumpkin you desire, we will cut it off the stem for
you. The only rule is you must be able to carry out your own
pumpkin and load it onto the wagon. This rule also applies to
children.
The Pumpkin Patch is open on Saturday's and Sunday's in
October from 11am to 5pm. We do accept appointments for schools,
groups, and parties during the week. Come enjoy the country for
the day, whether it be to just find your ideal pumpkin or to
enjoy all our farm has to offer, everyone of any age is welcome!
Eplegaarden
2227 Fitchburg Rd, Fitchburg, WI
http://www.eplegaarden.com/
What’s Happening at Eplegaarden in 2008
Horse Drawn Hayrides - Every weekend beginning Sept. 6 &
Oct. 26, 2008, we will have horse drawn hayrides around da
orchard and to da pumpkin patch for your pleasure from 11:00 –
4:00.
Halloween Fun-2008 - Through out September and October
we celebrate Halloween with haunted decorations, pumpkin plukkin,
Harold Potterson’s Hallowed Haunts and Harried Hunts, old barn
loft and silo possibly haunted, and fun activities for kids of
all ages.
Da Trolls - Dave Watson of Watson’s Woods in the Wis.
Dells, a chainsaw wood carver, created a family of trolls for
the orchard in 2007. Come say hi to our family of trolls.
Harold Potterson’s Hallowed Haunts and Harried Hunts for
little Wizards and Trolls
A new, self guided playground to families with kids 10 years
and younger, and der parents (no entrance wit out muggles). Open
weekends in September & October. Many new haunted items for
2008. Harold Potterson is da little cuzzin of da famess vizard
from Yolly ole England.
Folk Music under da Apple Trees
Returning by popular demand. Sept. 7 – Oct. 12, 2008,
Saturday & Sunday afternoons from 1:00-4:00 great folk music all
over da orchard.
Sept. 7 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Sept. 14 Dark of the Moon, Hardanger Fiddle – Inna Larson
Sept. 21 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Oct. 05 Buttons & Banjo Trio
Oct. 12 Oak Street Ramblers
The Tree Farm
8454 Highway 19 Cross Plains
http://www.thetreefarm.org/
The Tree Farm is a pick your own vegetable farm and Christmas
tree farm. So if you are looking for lots of fresh veggies
too, this is the place.
New! Kid's
Cooking Classes
Whole Foods Market 3313 University Ave., Madison
Sunday, September 13 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $15 with
apron / $10 without
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/madison/storecalendar.php
Come and check out our all new kid's cooking classes!
This month's class will be "Italian-American Favorites," taught
by Team Member Sara A-C. Please show up 10 minutes to get
settled, we will start promptly. Class is for six lucky kids
only, so be sure to sign up early (registration
is required)! Ages 7-12 only please.
Kids' Art Adventures
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art 227 State St.
Cost: Free! Call 257-0158
for ages 6-10
Sunday, September 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm (be there a few minutes
early)
http://www.mmoca.org
Kids will explore "George Segal: Street Scenes" and make
miniature sculptures portraying people frozen in everyday
moments.
Mazomanie
Movement Arts Center
2 Brodhead St. Mazomanie,
Wisconsin 53560 - (608) 795-0014
http://www.mazomac.com/
The lady that runs this program, Marcia Miquelon (aka Mars)
makes me want to quit my job, sell the house and become a full
time acrobat! She is the real deal and her programs are
worth the drive! She just emailed me the latest list of
classes. Check them out for some really great, creative
fun.
Creative Movement: 5:30-6:20 p.m.
Mondays, Sept. 15-Dec. 15
Yoga-Inspired Pilates: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mondays, Sept.
22-Dec. 15
Svaroopa Yoga: 7:45-8:45 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 22-Nov.
10
Aerial Arts for kids (7 and up): 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, Oct. 14-Dec. 2
Aerial Yoga: 5:00-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Oct. 14-Dec. 20
Adult Aerial Performance Workshop: 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays,
Oct. 14-Jan. 27
Youth Aerial Performance Workshop: 11:00 a.m.-12:30
p.m. Sundays, Sept. 28-Jan. 25
Circus Camp for Grownups! 10:00-a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 8
Sharing Stories
Wisconsin Historical Museum 30 N. Carroll St.
Cost: $2 suggested donation Call: 264-6555
Tuesday, September 16, 10:00am-11:00am
http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/museum
In this program young readers will get a chance to listen to
storyteller, lecturer, and Badger Biography author Bob Kann. In
Wisconsin politics, there is no more famous couple than Bob and
Belle La Follette. Join Bob as he reads aloud and shares tales
about the La Follettes' lives and intrepid battles for justice.
Suggested program donation of $2.00/person.
UW Arboretum Family Walk, "Fun
with Fungi"
UW Arboretum Visitor Center 1207 Seminole Hwy.
Cost: Free Call: 263-7888
Sunday, September 14 - 1:30-2:30 p.m.
http://uwarboretum.org
Arboretum Family Walk: "Fun with Fungi." This family friendly
walk investigates mushrooms growing in the Arboretum's natural
areas.
Thai Fest
Olbrich Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave., Madison
Cost: Free Call: 246-4550
Sunday, September 14 - 11:00am - 4:00pm
http://www.olbrich.org
Thai Fest, a celebration of Thai Culture, returns to Olbrich
Botanical Gardens on Sunday, September 14, from 11 a.m. to 4
p.m. Visitors will be immersed in traditional Thai culture
amidst the beautiful scenery at Olbrich's Thai Pavilion and
Garden.
Enjoy performances of Thai dance, the main dramatic art form of
Thailand, accompanied by classic Thai music performed by
musicians from the Thai Cultural and Fine Arts Institute of
Chicago. Visitors will also enjoy a cultural display and
performances by members of the University of Wisconsin-Madison
Thai Student Association. To top off the fest, visitors can try
traditional Thai dishes sold by local restaurateurs in the
Serenity Garden.
Thai Fest debuted in July 2005 with nearly 5,000 people in
attendance. This year's festival is funded by the University of
Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Alumni Association, the Royal Thai
Consulate General in Chicago, the Tourism Authority of Thailand,
and Olbrich Botanical Gardens.
The Thai Garden reaches its peak growth and bloom in September,
transforming into a stunning Thai escape. Come and enjoy the
garden, the colorful Thai dancers, and tasty Thai food, while
learning about Thai culture.
For more information call Olbrich at 608-246-4550 or the
Wisconsin Alumni Association at 608-265-8769, or visit our
websites at www.olbrich.org and
www.uwalumni.com/thaifest.
World Music Festival
UW Memorial Union 800 Langdon St., Madison
Cost: Free Call: 262-2202
Friday, September 12 - Sunday, September 14
Wednesday, September 17 - Sunday, September 21
http://www.union.wisc.edu/worldmusic
The fifth annual Madison World Music Festival will be held from
September 12-20, 2008, in the Memorial Union and other venues.
On the 14th it will be held at the Wisconsin Union Theater and
The Annex and on the 20th it will move to the Willy Street Fair.
Again this year, all events are free and open to the public.
Patrons who wish to can donate to help the festival thrive for
years to come.
In its fifth and biggest year so far the festival again brings
extraordinary artists from all over the world for free
performances, workshops, lectures, and other outreach events.
This year, we're showcasing the many faces of Indian music and
dance. Stiltwalking puppeteers Dragon Knights return for the
second year, this time with Corto the Pink Flamingo.
Food for Thought Festival
Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. off the Capitol Square
Saturday, September 20, 8:00 am - 1:30 pm
http://www.reapfoodgroup.org
With food sampling, displays, cooking demonstrations, recipe
contest, music, kids' activities, raffle, guest chef Monique
Jamet-Hooker, keynote by the director of The Center for Art,
Ecology & Agriculture's Michael Ableman.
The annual Food for Thought Festival is a fun, festive forum
that explores and celebrates our many opportunities to eat more
pleasurably, healthfully and sustainably.
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Informational and interactive displays
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The Food for Thought Recipe Contest
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Speakers and Presentations
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Cooking Demonstrations
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Live Music, Kids' Activities, Animals, Great
Food, and More!
At the annual Food for Thought Festival you
will:
* See, taste, and smell the pleasures of locally produced food,
* Meet members of your community,
* Learn what you can to support small family farms, eat
healthily and protect the environment,
* Have fun!
UW Volleyball
UW Field House 1450 Monroe St., Madison
Call: 262-1440
Friday, September 12 and Saturday, September 13
http://www.uwbadgers.com
Inntowner Invitational: vs. Central Michigan, 7 pm, 9/12; vs.
Indiana Univ.-Purdue Univ. Indianapolis noon, 9/13; and vs.
Brigham Young, 7 pm, 9/13, UW Field House. $5. 262-1440
Reserved single match tickets are $5 for all ages. Reserved
single match tickets are sold only through advance purchase and
are not available the day of the match at the Field House.
General admission single match tickets are sold in advance and
at the gate, and are $5 for adults and $2 for UW students,
youths (ages 2 - 17) and senior citizens (age 55 & up). Tickets
sold one hour prior to the start of the match are available at
the McGinnis Family Wisconsin Athletic Ticket Office located at
Gate 1 of Camp Randall Stadium and Gate C of the Field House.
Monroe Street Festival
1700-2600 blocks of Monroe Street, Call: 255-8211
Saturday, September 13 10:00am - 5:00pm
http://www.MonroeStreetFestival.com
The 31st Annual Monroe Street Festival will be held on Saturday,
September 13th from 10:00 to 5:00, rain or shine.
Highlights include the 25th Annual Monroe Street Library League
Book Sale, sidewalk sales by the Monroe Street merchants,
children's activities including two bouncy castles, face
painting and a petting zoo, and entertainment by The Cashel
Dennehy Irish Dancers, the Wadoma African Drumming Troupe, and
the Self-Helps. Also appearing will be the Monroe Street Fine
Arts Center Garage Band, Hoop Elation, and Monroe Street Jazz.
For a complete schedule of events, go to
www.MonroeStreetFestival.com.
Activities for kids:
1800 block Monroe St at Harrison Street by Neuhauser
Pharmacy
10:00-4:00: Bouncy Castle Sponsored by Associated Bank
Petting Zoo featuring Nigerian Dwarf Dairy Goats, Chickens &
a Spanish Mastiff from Fall Creek Farm
Free Face Painting by Neuhauser Pharmacy
11:00 - 1:00 Clay Busker, Juggler
1:30 - 3:30 Fire Engine #4
Monroe Commons Plaza by Trader Joe's
1:30 Children's Drumming Circle with Wadoma - bucket drums
provided by The Dardanelles
2500 block by Michael's Frozen Custard
10:00-12:00 Children's Art Activities by the Monroe
Street Fine Arts Center
11:00 Special Appearance by the Blue Dragon and friends
11:00 - 1:00 Henry Vilas Zoo Zoomobile
1:00 The Cashel Dennehy Irish Dancers
2:30 The Monroe Street Fine Arts Center Garage Band - Joe
Harris and his middle school students
3500 block by Mallatt Pharmacy, Lakeview
Veterinary Clinic & Parman's Service Center
10:00-4:00: Bouncy Castle
Free Face Painting by Mallatt Pharmacy & Costume
DJ Music by Celebrations Entertainment
12:00 Special Appearance by Batman and friends
2:00 Special Appearance by a Care Bear and friends
Please note that the entertainment schedule is subject to
change....for last minute questions call 608-255-8211
Banana Lady Show
& Book Signing
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall)
Thursday, September 18 & 25 at 9:30 am
http://www.bananalady.com
UW Space Place
UW Space Place 2300 S. Park
St., Suite LL-100, Madison 262-4779
Free workshop for
elementary/middle school students
http://spaceplace.wisc.edu
Email: kay@sal.wisc.edu
Saturday Family Workshops
Saturday workshops begin at 10:00 am and are designed for
children ages 6-10 and their families.
September 13 • "Paper Bridges"
Experiment with design and construction and make a bridge
that will support 100 pennies.
September 20 • "Science is Fun Returns!"
Join students from the UW-Madison Chemistry Department at
10:00 am for hands-on experiments and activities.
At 11:00 am, following the Chemistry workshop, we will
also present a bilingual (English/Spanish) workshop on
rockets. Children can design and launch their own paper
rockets. You are welcome to attend either or both (Chemistry
and Rockets) workshops.
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
Class: Tots In Motion
Join Kathleen Madden in the First Feats gallery for games
and other physical activities to strengthen gross motor
skills. Class runs on Tuesdays from 9:30 - 10:00.
September 9, 2008 — 9:30 am to 10:00 am
September 16, 2008 — 9:30 am to 10:00 am
Toddler Time
Visit the First Feats exhibit gallery for informal
activities for children ages 18 months-3 years. Open to
Cantajuego participants and general visitors with children
under 3.
Mondays from 10:00 - 10:30
September 15, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Cantajuego
Informal playgroup for Spanish/English bilingual
families and second language learners. Play group meets from
10:00 - 10:30 on Mondays.
September 15, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Class: Toddler Music
Visit the program room each week for Toddler Music
Class. Classes take place every Thursday and Friday,
10:00-10:30 a.m. The cost is $1.00/child.
September 12, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
September 18, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
September 19, 2008 — 10:00 am to 10:30 am
Drop in Program: Animal Masks
Make an animal mask to take home!
September 13, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
September 14, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Drop-In Program: Art Dabblers
Visit the art room each week for informal art projects
recommended for ages 2-5. Programs take place every Tuesday
and Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m.
Weekly program themes:
Sept. 16 & 17 - Peace Doves
Sept. 23 & 24 - Paper Dolls
Sept. 30 & Oct. 1 - Flags
September 16, 2008 — 10:30 am to 11:00 am
September 17, 2008 — 10:30 am to 11:00 am
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/find_an_event.do
Fancy Nancy Tea Party
Monona Library 1000 Nichols Rd., Monona
Storytimes: ages 2-3 RSVP: 222-6127
Saturday, September 13, 2:30pm
http://www.mononalibrary.org
For children ages 2 and 3. Boys and girls! Enjoy a Fancy
Nancy tea party storytime, sparkly facepaint hearts or
stars! Dress up in your best, your fanciest, frilliest,
finest outfit and join us! Come to the party in purple,
pink, sparkles, tiara, feathers, ruffles, ribbons, bows,
ties, hats, and lots of fun, bright color! Please register
in advance.
Registration can be done online:
http://www.mononalibrary.org, by phone: 608-222-6127, or
in person at Monona Public Library, 1000 Nichols Road.
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. Click on the colored titles to register
online. Note that many activities require pre-registration.
KEVA Sports - Stroller Jam
8312 Forsythia St.
Middleton, WI (608) 662-0275
Keva Sports Center is offering 8-week sessions for only $95.
Classes are held Monday and Wednesday from 9-9:50 AM starting
September 8
http://www.kevasports.com/index.html
Turn your stroller into a portable fitness machine, get moving
and make new friends while your baby has a blast! Work out,
stretch and interact with other parents and caregivers. Stroller
Jam is a way for you and your baby to enjoy fitness and fun
together!
RSVP for 2008 Buddy Walk
Saturday, September 13
Warner Park 2930 N. Sherman Ave.
http://www.madss.org
One-mile walk to benefit Down Syndrome education, research &
advocacy, 11 am, 9/13, Warner Park (registration 9:30 am). $25
($50 group of four). RSVP: www.madss.org or 692-7653
Infant Massage Class at
Therapeutic Resources
Infant Massage
7404 University Avenue Middleton, WI 53562
http://www.therapeuticresources.net
Infant massage is a excellent way for parents and baby to bond
and interact. Infant massage is beneficial for relaxation,
providing relief from the discomfort of constipation or gas,
improving circulation, promoting deep sleep patterns, deepening
emotional connection, and stimulating growth. This 3-week series
class is appropriate for parents and babies 0-6 months.
Instructor: Alisa Wagner, OTR, CIMI ®
For more information: Email
alisa@vitallinks.net
To register: Call 608.270.5424
Wo-Zha-Wa Days Fall Fest
Bowman Park & downtown Wisconsin Dells
September 12, 13 & 14, 2008
http://www.wisdells.com
A festive celebration of autumn, Wo-Zha-Wa Days is
filled with free family activities, including an arts
and crafts fair, antique flea market, Maxwell Street
Days, live entertainment and a 100-unit parade. Visitors
are also invited to participate in a street carnival
with refreshment concessions and the Wo-Zha-Wa Run. All
activities take place throughout downtown Wisconsin
Dells and Bowman Park.
Ongoing Activities...
Kids in the Rotunda
Overture Center 201 State St, Madison, WI 53703 | INFO:
608.258.4177
Saturdays at 9:30am, 11:00am, and 1:00pm (1 PM shows are
sign language interpreted)
http://www.overturecenter.com/kir.htm
Every Saturday during the school year, Overture Center
offers free arts programs designed for children and
families at 9:30 AM, 11 AM and 1 PM. Our popular
performing arts series for children and families offers
a relaxed, kid-friendly environment in which to enjoy a
diverse lineup of local and regional musicians,
storytellers, jugglers, theater troupes, magicians and
dancers. The 1 PM performances are sign language
interpreted.
Kids in the Rotunda takes place on the Rotunda Stage.
SEP
13 Bob Kann , juggling, magic & stories
20 Armenrah the Mime
27 Co'Motion Dance Theater, modern dance
OCT
4 Fabu, African American stories
11 Children of the Sun, deaf & HOH drum troupe
18 Ken Waldman, Alaska's fiddling poet
25 Meenakshi Ganesan & Kalaanjali School of Dance, classical Indian
dance
NOV
1 The Madgadders, rock 'n' roll costume party
8 Truly Remarkable Loon, comedy & juggling
15 Bovee and Heil, traditional American music
22 Daniel Barash, shadow puppetry
29 Tim Glander, magic
DEC: Holidays at Overture
6 Ken Lonnquist, "The Gingerbread Man"
13 Madison Ballet , "Offstage & Personal"
20 Yid Vicious, "Hannukah Rocks!"
Mocha Moms of
Madison Bi-Weekly Group Meetings
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Mocha Moms of Madison will not have bi-weekly group discussions (every
2nd and 4th Friday), during the summer. Support meetings will resume
Friday, September 12, 2008. However, any one interested in joining or
learning more about Mocha Moms, can send e-mail to madisonmochas@sbcglobal.net
or call (608) 338-5368.
Mocha Moms, Inc. is a support group for mothers of color who
have chosen not to work full-time outside of the home in order
to devote more time to their families.. Mocha Moms serves as an
advocate for those mothers and encourages the spirit of
community activism within its membership. Mocha Moms, Inc. does
not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender,
socio-economic level, education, or religion. Anyone who
supports the mission and purpose of Mocha Moms, Inc. is welcome
to join.
For more information on Mocha Moms, Inc. visit:
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Tunes at Monona Terrace
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html#tunes
Wednesdays, 5:30-7PM
Free and open to the public
The Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of The Capital Times, and
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center are proud to sponsor
these free community concerts. Concessions and cocktails are available
for purchase beginning at 5PM.
September
10* The Midwesterners (Roots-Rock)
24* Westside Andy & Mel Ford Band (R&B)
October
8 The Brian Whitty Group (Swing, Jazz, Rock)
22 PianoFondue (Dueling Pianos)
November
5 Ladies Must Swing (Big Band Swing)
19 Little Vito & The Torpedoes (50s & 60s)
December
3 All That Jazz (20 pc. Jazz Band)
*If weather permits this concert will be held on the rooftop.
Dane County Farmers' Market
Capitol Square Call: 455-1999
Saturdays, 6:00am - 2:00pm
http://www.dcfm.org
The award-winning Dane County Farmers' Market (DCFM), a Madison
tradition since 1972, opens its outdoor season on Saturday,
April 19 from 6 am to 2 pm. The beautiful Capitol Square is a
unique setting for the largest producer-only market in the
nation. And, all of the products are produced right here in
Wisconsin!
Enjoy fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, cheese, meat, poultry,
fish, honey, maple syrup, nuts, jelly, eggs, candy, baked goods,
plants, fresh flowers, and more ...
The DCFM outdoor markets are open every Saturday and every
Wednesday through early November - RAIN OR SHINE!
Bean Sprouts Kid's Cafe
6719 Frank Lloyd Wright Avenue, Suite
101 Middleton, WI 53562, 1.608.826.6YUM (6986)
http://www.beansproutscafe.com
Bean Sprouts is a new kids' café
featuring:
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yummy, good-for-you food
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a
hip, fun atmosphere for kids and parents
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organic baby food and delivery service
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birthdays and tea parties!
Events at Rhapsody Arts Center
Rhapsody Arts Center 271 S. Main Street Verona, WI 53593
Phone: (608)-848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Please call Rhapsody Arts
Center at 608-848-2045 for more information and class rates.
Also, you can visit our website, www.rhapsodyarts.org.
Madtown Twisters Open
Gym
West: 7035 Old Sauk Road (Corner of Old Sauk & Gammon)
608-829-2922
East: 808 Walsh Road 608-245-9565
http://www.madtowntwisters.com/opengym.html
Every week Madtown Twisters East and West locations both host
open gym times for kids of different ages. The prices are
incredibly reasonable, and the kids get to run, jump, and have
lots of high energy fun!
Toddler Time - A Parent/Child Playgroup
Tenney Nursery and Parent Center 1321 East Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703 (608)255-3250
Meets every Friday from 9:00-11:301:30
http://www.tnpckids.com
A teacher-directed class for parents (or adult) and child(ren)
to explore age appropriate materials in a traditional classroom
setting. Group time is held in the classroom about half way
through Toddler Time. Children and adults participate by singing
songs, dancing to music and listening to stories. After group,
families may continue playing in the classroom, go to the
multipurpose room for large motor activities or go out to the
playground. Families are welcome to bring individual snacks.
Snack tables are located in the multipurpose room.
The cost is $5.00 for each drop-in visit. Enrolled families pay
a discounted price each semester and have a reserved spot each
Friday.
PAL Zone (Play and Learn)
Covenant Presbyterian Church and Living Water Church, Sun Prairie
Tuesdays 9:30-11am. Free, open play group giving parents and children
the opportunity to interact and play with other children, and parents. 2
locations!! For more information call 608.241.5150 or visit our website
at www.familyenhancement.org.
Baby Signs
Tamara Smith Independent Certified Instructor
Middleton, WI 53562 608-831-2068 Email:
trybabysigns@gmail.com
http://www.babysigns.com
Ever Wonder What Your Baby is Thinking? Or Why Your Baby is
Crying? Using the BABY SIGNS® Program gives babies a way to
“talk” with their parents before they can talk. Babies can
communicate about the world around them long before they have
mastered their verbal speaking skills! Babies and their
parents can use simple signs to communicate important things –
like being hungry or thirsty, hot or cold, afraid or sad – often
a full year before babies could otherwise speak.
Eager Free Public Library Pre-School Storytime
39 W. Main Street, Evansville
Pre-school storytimes every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Pre-school crafts every Friday at 10:00 a.m.
Fitchburg Library
Story Time
Fitchburg Community Center
Contact: Marti Fechner 845-1518
Story Time by Friends of the Fitchburg Libary
Thursdays, Sept 11 - Dec.
18th (no Story Time on Nov. 27) 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Children 5 and under listen to books, sing songs with
fingerplays, and create a craft. Free open gym often available
afterwards.
Babies' Music
Rhapsody Arts Center, 271 S.
Main St., Verona (608)848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Music class for ages 0-18 months. Sponsored by
The Purple Goose of Verona, this class is for caregiver and baby.
Strengthen the bond with your baby while encouraging the discovery
of sounds, movements and textures. Your child's overall
development will soar through enjoyable musical stimulation , and
you will enjoy sharing experiences with other new parents.
At-Home
Dads
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Ave.
204-6147 [MAP]
Every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 am
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Come join a community of dads who have made the choice to stay at
home with their child/children. The discussion will be led by the
group, but topics may range from fatherhood and the novelty of
being a stay-at-home-dad to topics completely unrelated to being a
parent, like sports, music, and movies. Snacks and drinks
available for purchase or BYO.
New
Mom's Group
Madison Birth Center 6720 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Suite
103Middleton 821-0123 [MAP]
Free drop-in group for mothers, babies & pregnant women
11 am-12:30 pm Thursdays
jody@madisonbirthcenter.com
Led by Jen Perfetti, MA, LPC and the Madison Birth Center
midwives, this drop-in group is for mothers, babies and pregnant
women. Each week a topic is discussed along with open discussion.
Breastfeeding support is always available. You need not have given
birth at the Madison Birth Center to attend. When: Thursday
mornings from 11 AM-12:30 PM Cost: No charge
Adoptive Families Playgroup
Fitchburg/Verona area. Info:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or 608-845-9749
Email:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com
ADOPTIVE FAMILIES PLAYGROUP:
Playgroup & support group for adoptive families with young
children. Wednesdays, 11:00 - 2:00 - times & frequency open.
Please contact Clarinda at clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or
608-845-9749.
Storytimes
Ages 2- 5
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall) 238-8455 Madison [MAP]
Thursdays at 9:30am
Led by UW Library Students – Frances Veit & Betsy Wermuth
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
Tuesdays at the
Castle - Avol's Bookstore
315 W. Gorham St. 255-4730 [MAP]
ages 3-6, 11 am Tuesdays. 255-4730
Trudy Barash reads stories for children ages 3-6 years at Avol's
Bookstore, (formerly Canterbury Booksellers).
Dan, Dan, the Story Man
Borders Books East 2173 Zeier
Rd., Madison 240-0080
10:30 am Wednesdays
Call: 240-0080
Dan, Dan, the Story Man: stories, music and activities, Wednesdays
at 10:30am
Drop-In Playtime
Family Enhancement 2120 Fordem Ave., Suite 210 (new
location)
Weekly on Mondays and Fridays @ 9:00am Call: 241-5150 ext. 15
http://www.familyenhancement.org
Ages 9 months-4 years, 9 am-noon Mondays & Fridays, Family
Enhancement. 241-5150 ext. 15
Preschool Crafts
Eager Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Tuesdays, 8:00am
This is a great way to
ensure that your child is getting some great experiences with
eye-hand coordination. Registration is not necessary for these
craft programs. Year Around Preschool Craft Time every
Tuesday at 10 a.m.
September 6 - September 12
The
weather
-- Wow! What a difference one week makes. Highs in the low
70s and upper 60s all week with a chance for rain on Sunday,
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Kids
in the Rotunda: The Figureheads, positive hip-hop
Rotunda Stage, Overture Center 201 State St.,
Madison
Cost: Free Call: 258-4141
Saturday, September 6, 9:30 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM
http://www.overturecenter.com/rotunda.htm
1 PM shows are sign language interpreted
Every Saturday during the school year, Overture
Center offers free arts programs designed for
children and families at 9:30 AM, 11 AM and 1 PM.
Our popular performing arts series for children and
families offers a relaxed, kid-friendly environment
in which to enjoy a diverse lineup of local and
regional musicians, storytellers, jugglers, theater
troupes, magicians and dancers. The 1 PM
performances are sign language interpreted. This
week it's The Figureheads and their positive hip
hop. The group, based in Milwaukee, is an
award-winning musical act turned non-profit
organization that uses original positive hip-hop
music to engage youth from pre-kindergarten through
high school, in order to develop critical thinking
and collaborative skills that result in a greater
desire to learn and relate. Kids in the Rotunda
takes place on the Rotunda Stage.
Fit Kids Fun Run
Monona Terrace, 1 John Nolen Dr., Madison
Call: 226-4780 ext. 231
Saturday, September 6, 7:30am-8:15am (registration), 8:30am
(race start)
http://www.fitkidschallenge.com
Wisconsin Sports Development Corporation (WSDC) is excited to
announce that Dora the Explorer will attend the Fit Kids Fun Run
and Celebration this coming Saturday at the Monona Terrace.
Group Health Cooperative, the presenting sponsor of the program,
will be bringing the popular children's personality and will be
joined by Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz, Edgewood College mascot
Eddy the Eagle, Edgewood College student athletes and Maynard
the Mallard from the Madison Mallards Baseball Team.
"The Fit Kids (Fun) Run and Celebration is such a great event
for kids for a number of reasons," said Jordan Bingham, Director
of Health Initiatives for WSDC. "The cost to enter is free and
kids get to run around Capitol Square and finish on the Ford
Ironman finish line the day before the actual iron distance
triathlon takes place."
The run and celebration are the culminating events for the Fit
Kids Challenge, a free program aimed at keeping kids active over
the summer months. Nearly 500 kids take part each year. The
program started in 2003 and has grown each year. The aim is to
take it statewide and some pilot programs are currently being
run in both Manitowoc and Stevens Point.
"The summer program is a great way for kids and parents to learn
about physical activity together," said Bingham. "We've had a
pretty good turnout in Dane County and are trying to develop
ways to make the program work statewide. Right now anyone can
participate, regardless of where they live, but the program is
focused in Dane County."
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WHAT: Fit Kids Fun Run and Celebration, including free
food and drink, games, entertainment and more
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WHERE: Monona Terrace Rooftop - registration and
celebration, Capitol Square - Fun Run start and finish
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WHEN: Saturday, September 6, 2008 7:30am-8:15am
(registration), 8:30am (race start)
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Who: Kids ages 3-12 years old. Event is FREE. Guests
include: Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz, Dora the Explorer,
Edgewood College mascot Eddy the Eagle, Edgewood College
student athletes and Maynard the Mallard from the Madison
Mallards Baseball Team
For more
on the Fit Kids Challenge and how you can help bring it to your
community, contact Jordan Bingham at 608-226-4780 ext 231.
Family Safety Day
Wisconsin Trade Center Building (8401 Greenway Blvd. in
Middleton)
Cost: Free Call: 827-2351
Saturday, September 6, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
http://www.dean.org
When it comes to keeping kids safe, education is prevention!
Local companies and organizations will be available to give
their expertise on various safety tips in a fun, kid friendly
environment. Packed with educational fun and safety information
for kids and parents!
Home Depot Kid's Workshop - Paper
Football Game
4550 Verona Rd Madison, WI 53711 (608)276-7922
2425 E Springs Dr Madison, WI 53704 (608)242-8680
Saturday, September, 9:00am - 12:00pm
http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&langId=-1&storeId=10051&catalogId=10053
Designed for kids 5-12, these free workshops teach
do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while instilling a sense of
accomplishment. Offered on the first Saturday of each month between
9 a.m. and noon at The Home Depot. With the help of parents
and experienced Home Depot staff, your kids get to create a wood
project using real tools - hammers, screwdrivers, glue, etc.
Your kids get to take home the project. On their first trip,
they also get a kid sized Home Depot smock (just like the ones worn
by the Home Depot staff, only smaller) that they can bring back each
month to wear to the workshop.
Kid's Club: Fun
After School Snacks
Whole Foods Market 3313 University Ave., Madison
Sunday, September 7 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free
http://www.thedailypage.com/theguide/details.php?event=207056
Join us for this free, drop in event (no registration required),
and learn how to make fun, easy, and healthy snacks perfect for
an after school or anytime treat! Different stations will be set
up with examples and recipes available to take home.
Banana Lady Show
& Book Signing
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall)
Thursday, September 11, 18 & 25 at 9:30 am
http://www.bananalady.com
Banana Lady Show & Book Signing with Catherine Conrad the
"Banana Lady"!
Tunes at Monona
Terrace: The Midwesterners
Monona Terrace Rooftop 1 John Nolen Dr., Madison
Free! Call: 261-4000
Wednesday, September 10, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
http://www.mononaterrace.com
The 11th season of Tunes at Monona Terrace kicks off with a 2004
MAMA best country band nominee The Midwesterners, providing an
evening of two steppin, country/rock fun for the whole
family...free of charge!
The event will take place from 5:30 to 7pm on Wednesday,
September 10. The performance, graciously sponsored in part by
The Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of The Capital
Times, is free and open to the public and will be held on the
Monona Terrace Rooftop, weather permitting. Menu specials
include a buttermilk country fried chicken wrap, beer boiled
brats and a smokey jack wrap. Sandwiches, popcorn, beer, wine,
and soft drinks will also be available for purchase. In the case
of inclement weather, call 261-4000 after 2pm on the day of the
event for concert location.
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is pleased to
help sponsor this program, as well as numerous other free or low
cost events made available to the public each year. Parking is
available for $4 in the Monona Terrace parking ramp at One John
Nolen Drive. For further information call (608) 261-4000 or
visit
http://communityevents.mononaterrace.com.
Mama Digdown's
Brass Band 15th Anniversary Party
Fork and Spoon Cafe 1133 E. Wilson St. , Madison
Cost: Free Call: 325-0987
Sunday, September 7, 1-5 pm
http://www.thedailypage.com/theguide/details.php?event=207463
On Sunday, September 7, Mama Digdown's Brass Band will thank its
fans for more than 15 years of support at a free family-friendly
party that will include spaghetti and meatballs from R.P.'s
Pasta Company and a special performance by the band. The Great
Dane Brewery will be on hand to offer beer and other beverages.
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WHO:
Mama Digdown's Brass Band, Madison families
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WHAT: "Digdown's Family Picnic" to celebrate 15 year
anniversary
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WHEN: Sunday, September 7, 1-5 pm at R.P.'s Pasta
**Second line parade down
Williamson Street begins at noon at the Harmony Bar 2201
Atwood (corner of Atwood and Dunning), ending at R.P.'s
Pasta
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WHERE: Fork and Spoon Cafe - R.P.'s Pasta Company, 1133 East
Wilson Ave.
In the
15 years since University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Music
alumni Erik Jacobson and Christopher "Roc" Ohly formed the band,
Mama Digdown's has planted deep roots in the Madison and New
Orleans music scenes while also developing a significant
following throughout the Midwest and in Europe.
Mama Digdown's marked its first public performance in 1993, at
Madison's annual Art Fair on the Square.
"We pretty much crashed the event and were just thankful no one
asked us to leave," recalls Ohly. "To see Madisonians getting
into the New Orleans rhythms, we all knew we were onto
something."
India Day
Library Mall, University of Wisconsin,
(between Memorial Library & the State Historical Society)
Saturday, September 6, 10:30am - 3:00pm
http://www.thedailypage.com/theguide/details.php?event=206515
Cultural Program: 11:30 am-1:30 pm.
Cultural Programs featuring Bollywood Dances, Bharatanatyam,
Kathak & Indian Music
Food Stalls selling Chat, Pakora, Samosa, Chana Masala, Chicken,
different types of Nan, Rice, Vada, Sambar, different types of
Lassie and Sweets, and much more)
Vendors selling the latest fashions in Indian clothes and
Costume Jewelery
Ever popular Mehendi Stall, Booths displaying traditional Indian
Dolls
Fall Color Hike at Aldo
Leopold Nature Center
Aldo Leopold Nature Center 300 Femrite Dr., Monona
Cost: Free RSVP: 221-4038
Sunday, September 7, 1 - 3 pm
http://www.naturenet.com/alnc
Come celebrate Grandparent's Day amidst spectacular fall colors!
Join us for a hike through ALNC's prairie, woods and pond to see
beautiful late-blooming wildflowers. You'll hear the natural
history stories behind each plant's name and learn the
historical and medicinal uses of plants by pioneers and Native
Americans. We'll also visit some of our largest and oldest trees
and learn the inspiration behind Aldo Leopold's "Good Oak" essay
in A Sand County Almanac. This program is in partnership with
Monona State Bank
Stoughton's First Saturdays
Main St. Downtown Stoughton
FREE 877-9035
Saturday, September 6, 10:00am - 1:00pm
http://www.thedailypage.com/theguide/details.php?event=200195
monthly street fair (live music, art, food, sales, demos, kids'
activities) 10 a.m.-1:00 p.m., the first Saturday of each month
through September
Wild West
Days
Lion's Park, Mazomanie
Friday, September 5 5:00pm - Sunday September 7 8:00pm
Call: 795-2100
http://www.villageofmazomanie.com
Beer &
Food Tent, Horseshoes, Music, Kid's Tractor Pull and Games,
Raffle throughout the weekend and a great Parade on Sunday
downtown!!! What more could you ask for in one weekend!!!
UW Space Place
UW Space Place 2300 S. Park
St., Suite LL-100, Madison 262-4779
Free workshop for
elementary/middle school students
http://spaceplace.wisc.edu
Email: kay@sal.wisc.edu
Saturday Family Workshops
Saturday workshops begin at 10:00 am and are designed for
children ages 6-10 and their families.
September 6 • "I'm Picking Up Good Vibrations"
Find out how sounds are produced and see what your voice
sounds like; presented by Rachael Lancor, Wonders of Physics
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
Free Family Sunday
Enjoy free admission all day, sponsored by Physicians
Plus Insurance Corporation.
September 7, 2008 — 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Drop-In Program: Kaleidosopes
Design a colorful kaleidoscope to take home.
September 6, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
September 7, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
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/find_an_event.do
Sing-a-Long with
Andy Family Fun Night!
Monona Library 1000 Nichols Rd., Monona
Wednesday, September 10, 6:30pm
http://www.mononalibrary.org
For young children and their grownups!
Enjoy books, stories, games, and mostly Sing-a-Longs with the
Monona Public Library's very own Acoustic Guitar Hero, Andy!
Register ahead of time or stop by and see what entertaining
theme Andy has this month!
Registration can be done online:
http://www.mononalibrary.org, by phone:
608-222-6127, or in person at the Circulation or Children's desk
at Monona Public Library, 1000 Nichols Road.
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. Click on the colored titles to register
online. Note that many activities require pre-registration.
Not a Kid Event, But...
Mocha Moms Inc. of Wisconsin Event
Raising Children of Color in a Race-Conscious Society,
Interactive Workshop
Bravo Italian Restaurant 5689 N. Bayshore Drive,
Glendale, WI 53217
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Mocha Moms, Inc. of Wisconsin is sponsoring Raising
Children of Color in a Race-Conscious Society,
Interactive Workshop - a parent workshop that helps
parents talk about race and unique differences with
their children. This exciting workshop is being
presented by Kara Wright, facilitator, speaker, and
founder of Mindhearted, Inc.,a diversity education
company designed to help communities move beyond
"-isms."
Mindhearted workshops are designed to create a safe
environment for all participants to share and speak free
from judgment, shame, or guilt.They are also designed to
be fun. Much of the learning is driven by participants'
stories, experiences, and perspectives
The workshop will be held on Saturday, September 13,
2008, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at
Cost: FREE for Mocha Moms, Inc. members, $15 for
non-members,
Lunch: Available for purchase
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, September 10, 2008.
Limited space, so register today!
For more information or to register, call (608) 338-5368
or send e-mail to madisonmochas@sbcglobal.net
Mocha Moms, Inc. is a support group for mothers of color
who have chosen not to work full-time outside of the
home in order to devote more time to their families..
Mocha Moms serves as an advocate for those mothers and
encourages the spirit of community activism within its
membership. Mocha Moms, Inc. does not discriminate on
the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender,
socio-economic level, education, or religion. Anyone who
supports the mission and purpose of Mocha Moms, Inc. is
welcome to join. For more information on Mocha Moms,
Inc. visit:
http://www.mochamoms.org/.
Happy Bambino Fall Classes
2045 Atwood Avenue; Madison, Wisconsin; 608-204-6147
http://www.happybambino.com
Happy Bambino is proud to offer a new series of classes and
groups starting in September!
Brown Bag Speaker Series:
Join us bi-weekly for lunch and a lively discussion on a
parenting topic, led by a local expert.
September 10th 12:15-1 p.m.
Natural Ways to Enhance Breastfeeding of the Newborn
$3/non-members
September 24th 12:15-1 p.m.
Spiritual and Religious Aspects of Midwifery
$3/non-members
Happy Bambino's Signature Birth Series Classes:
Designed by parents for parents
Saturday, September 13th, 1-3 p.m.
Before the Belly
$25/non-members
This early pregnancy class gives mothers, in their 1st or 2nd
trimester, valuable resources and helpful information to make
the best decisions possible for pregnancy and the birth
experience. Women planning a pregnancy are encouraged to attend.
Saturdays, October 4th & October 11th, 10–3 p.m.
Confident Birth: Childbirth Prep
$179/non-members (lunch & textbook included)
Designed for mothers-to-be interested in a natural, un-medicated
birth, this signature Happy Bambino Childbirth Class provides
the confidence and knowledge needed to create a positive and
empowering birth experience. Confident Birth incorporates the
best of several different styles of childbirth prep, offering a
woman-and family-centered approach. The class emphasizes
evidence-based information, effective pain-coping practices, and
informed decision making.
Breastfeeding: Returning to Work
Mondays: September 8th, October 13th, November 10th, 4:30-5:30
$20/non-members
This class is a must for any breastfeeding mother returning to
work outside the home. We will answer questions about managing
breastfeeding, pumping, and bottle-feeding as well as how to
work with your employer to accommodate breastfeeding and/or
pumping in the workplace.
Working Mom’s Networking Group:
An opportunity to connect, network and balance!
Meets 2nd Thursday, monthly from 12:00-1:00
Whether you are a mom who is working a full-time or part-time
job, owns her own business, is working as a consultant or an
employee, this group is for you! Network, share ideas and
resources for balancing work and family, and build referrals.
2008 Fall Schedule
Creative Movement and Drama Classes (with Donna Peckett)
1957 Winnebago Street Madison, Wisconsin 53704 608.244.2938
www.donnapeckettcreativearts.com
Tuesday (4-6 year olds) 3:15 - 3:45 PM 9/9 – 12/9 $84 (14 wks.)
Friday (3-5 year olds) 10:30 - 11:00 AM 9/12 – 12/12 $66 (11
wks.)
Please call to register by September 2
1/2 HOUR CLASSES:
$6.00 PER CLASS FOR THE FULL SESSION, PAYABLE BY SEPTEMBER 2
$8.50 SINGLE CLASS FEE
KEVA Sports - Fall Classes
8312 Forsythia St.
Middleton, WI
http://www.kevasports.com/index.html
Fall Classes have now been added online! Registration is now
open!
KEVA Sports - Stroller Jam
8312 Forsythia St.
Middleton, WI (608) 662-0275
Keva Sports Center is offering 8-week sessions for only $95.
Classes are held Monday and Wednesday from 9-9:50 AM starting
September 8
http://www.kevasports.com/index.html
Turn your stroller into a portable fitness machine, get moving
and make new friends while your baby has a blast! Work out,
stretch and interact with other parents and caregivers. Stroller
Jam is a way for you and your baby to enjoy fitness and fun
together!
RSVP for 2008 Buddy Walk
Saturday, September 13
Warner Park 2930 N. Sherman Ave.
http://www.madss.org
One-mile walk to benefit Down Syndrome education, research &
advocacy, 11 am, 9/13, Warner Park (registration 9:30 am). $25
($50 group of four). RSVP: www.madss.org or 692-7653
Wo-Zha-Wa Days Fall Fest
Bowman Park & downtown Wisconsin Dells
September 12, 13 & 14, 2008
http://www.wisdells.com
A festive celebration of autumn, Wo-Zha-Wa Days is
filled with free family activities, including an arts
and crafts fair, antique flea market, Maxwell Street
Days, live entertainment and a 100-unit parade. Visitors
are also invited to participate in a street carnival
with refreshment concessions and the Wo-Zha-Wa Run. All
activities take place throughout downtown Wisconsin
Dells and Bowman Park.
Watermelon Festival
Chandler Park, Pardeeville, WI
Saturday, Septmber 6, 8:00am - 5:00pm
http://www.pardeevillewatermelonfestival.com
One summer event is the Watermelon Festival at the
first Saturday after Labor Day. Pardeeville is
surrounded by many campgrounds, farm markets and a very
large Amish settlement to the north. For all four
seasons, Pardeeville is a great place to live or visit.
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
CRAFT FAIR
Visit our numerous vendors showcasing arts & crafts,
photographers, and stroll throughout the flea markets.
8:00AM to 5:00PM
GAMES & FUN
Prizes and games for the kids.
BEGINS AT 9:00AM
ANNUAL EVENTS
Our annual sanctioned events include Speed Eating, Seed
Spitting, Largest Watermelon Judging, and Watermelon
Carving
BEGINS AT 2:00PM
Ongoing Activities...
Corn Maze
Treinen Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
W12420 Highway 60, Lodi Phone: 608-592-3481
http://www.treinenfarm.com
Our 15-acre Dragonfly Corn Maze, with over 4 miles of trails, is
now open. Open now through November. Outdoor adventure for all
ages. TAKE THE CORN MAZE CHALLENGE!!
Hours:
(August 1- November 9)
Fridays: 5 pm - 9 pm, Sat: 11 am - 9 pm, Sun: 11 am - 5 pm
Rates:
$8.00 age 12 and over, $6.00 age 6-11, Free age 5 and under
Mocha Moms of
Madison Bi-Weekly Group Meetings
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Mocha Moms of Madison will not have bi-weekly group discussions (every
2nd and 4th Friday), during the summer. Support meetings will resume
Friday, September 12, 2008. However, any one interested in joining or
learning more about Mocha Moms, can send e-mail to madisonmochas@sbcglobal.net
or call (608) 338-5368.
Mocha Moms, Inc. is a support group for mothers of color who
have chosen not to work full-time outside of the home in order
to devote more time to their families.. Mocha Moms serves as an
advocate for those mothers and encourages the spirit of
community activism within its membership. Mocha Moms, Inc. does
not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender,
socio-economic level, education, or religion. Anyone who
supports the mission and purpose of Mocha Moms, Inc. is welcome
to join.
For more information on Mocha Moms, Inc. visit:
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Tunes at Monona Terrace
http://www.mononaterrace.com/community/community_events.html#tunes
Wednesdays, 5:30-7PM
Free and open to the public
The Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of The Capital Times, and
Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center are proud to sponsor
these free community concerts. Concessions and cocktails are available
for purchase beginning at 5PM.
September
10* The Midwesterners (Roots-Rock)
24* Westside Andy & Mel Ford Band (R&B)
October
8 The Brian Whitty Group (Swing, Jazz, Rock)
22 PianoFondue (Dueling Pianos)
November
5 Ladies Must Swing (Big Band Swing)
19 Little Vito & The Torpedoes (50s & 60s)
December
3 All That Jazz (20 pc. Jazz Band)
*If weather permits this concert will be held on the rooftop.
Dane County Farmers' Market
Capitol Square Call: 455-1999
Saturdays, 6:00am - 2:00pm
http://www.dcfm.org
The award-winning Dane County Farmers' Market (DCFM), a Madison
tradition since 1972, opens its outdoor season on Saturday,
April 19 from 6 am to 2 pm. The beautiful Capitol Square is a
unique setting for the largest producer-only market in the
nation. And, all of the products are produced right here in
Wisconsin!
Enjoy fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, cheese, meat, poultry,
fish, honey, maple syrup, nuts, jelly, eggs, candy, baked goods,
plants, fresh flowers, and more ...
The DCFM outdoor markets are open every Saturday and every
Wednesday through early November - RAIN OR SHINE!
Bean Sprouts Kid's Cafe
6719 Frank Lloyd Wright Avenue, Suite
101 Middleton, WI 53562, 1.608.826.6YUM (6986)
http://www.beansproutscafe.com
Bean Sprouts is a new kids' café
featuring:
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yummy, good-for-you food
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a
hip, fun atmosphere for kids and parents
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organic baby food and delivery service
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birthdays and tea parties!
Editor's note: Here is
a brilliant concept... a healthy, wholesome, kid-oriented
cafe with a fun atmosphere and events for parents and tots to
share together! This place is totally geared towards tots
with kid-sized doors, special kids seating area, and even kid
sized toilets in the bathroom. They are also the only
place in town where you can find freshly made organic baby food
that can be delivered to your doorstep.
Events at Rhapsody Arts Center
Rhapsody Arts Center 271 S. Main Street Verona, WI 53593
Phone: (608)-848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Please call Rhapsody Arts
Center at 608-848-2045 for more information and class rates.
Also, you can visit our website, www.rhapsodyarts.org.
Madtown Twisters Open
Gym
West: 7035 Old Sauk Road (Corner of Old Sauk & Gammon)
608-829-2922
East: 808 Walsh Road 608-245-9565
http://www.madtowntwisters.com/opengym.html
Every week Madtown Twisters East and West locations both host
open gym times for kids of different ages. The prices are
incredibly reasonable, and the kids get to run, jump, and have
lots of high energy fun!
Toddler Time - A Parent/Child Playgroup
Tenney Nursery and Parent Center 1321 East Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703 (608)255-3250
Meets every Friday from 9:00-11:301:30
http://www.tnpckids.com
A teacher-directed class for parents (or adult) and child(ren)
to explore age appropriate materials in a traditional classroom
setting. Group time is held in the classroom about half way
through Toddler Time. Children and adults participate by singing
songs, dancing to music and listening to stories. After group,
families may continue playing in the classroom, go to the
multipurpose room for large motor activities or go out to the
playground. Families are welcome to bring individual snacks.
Snack tables are located in the multipurpose room.
The cost is $5.00 for each drop-in visit. Enrolled families pay
a discounted price each semester and have a reserved spot each
Friday.
PAL Zone (Play and Learn)
Covenant Presbyterian Church and Living Water Church, Sun Prairie
Tuesdays 9:30-11am. Free, open play group giving parents and children
the opportunity to interact and play with other children, and parents. 2
locations!! For more information call 608.241.5150 or visit our website
at www.familyenhancement.org.
Baby Signs
Tamara Smith Independent Certified Instructor
Middleton, WI 53562 608-831-2068 Email:
trybabysigns@gmail.com
http://www.babysigns.com
Ever Wonder What Your Baby is Thinking? Or Why Your Baby is
Crying? Using the BABY SIGNS® Program gives babies a way to
“talk” with their parents before they can talk. Babies can
communicate about the world around them long before they have
mastered their verbal speaking skills! Babies and their
parents can use simple signs to communicate important things –
like being hungry or thirsty, hot or cold, afraid or sad – often
a full year before babies could otherwise speak.
Eager Free Public Library Pre-School Storytime
39 W. Main Street, Evansville
Pre-school storytimes every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Pre-school crafts every Friday at 10:00 a.m.
Fitchburg Library
Story Time
Fitchburg Community Center
Contact: Marti Fechner 845-1518
Story Time by Friends of the Fitchburg Libary
Thursdays, Sept 11 - Dec.
18th (no Story Time on Nov. 27) 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Children 5 and under listen to books, sing songs with
fingerplays, and create a craft. Free open gym often available
afterwards.
Babies' Music
Rhapsody Arts Center, 271 S.
Main St., Verona (608)848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Music class for ages 0-18 months. Sponsored by
The Purple Goose of Verona, this class is for caregiver and baby.
Strengthen the bond with your baby while encouraging the discovery
of sounds, movements and textures. Your child's overall
development will soar through enjoyable musical stimulation , and
you will enjoy sharing experiences with other new parents.
At-Home
Dads
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Ave.
204-6147 [MAP]
Every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 am
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Come join a community of dads who have made the choice to stay at
home with their child/children. The discussion will be led by the
group, but topics may range from fatherhood and the novelty of
being a stay-at-home-dad to topics completely unrelated to being a
parent, like sports, music, and movies. Snacks and drinks
available for purchase or BYO.
New
Mom's Group
Madison Birth Center 6720 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Suite
103Middleton 821-0123 [MAP]
Free drop-in group for mothers, babies & pregnant women
11 am-12:30 pm Thursdays
jody@madisonbirthcenter.com
Led by Jen Perfetti, MA, LPC and the Madison Birth Center
midwives, this drop-in group is for mothers, babies and pregnant
women. Each week a topic is discussed along with open discussion.
Breastfeeding support is always available. You need not have given
birth at the Madison Birth Center to attend. When: Thursday
mornings from 11 AM-12:30 PM Cost: No charge
Adoptive Families Playgroup
Fitchburg/Verona area. Info:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or 608-845-9749
Email:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com
ADOPTIVE FAMILIES PLAYGROUP:
Playgroup & support group for adoptive families with young
children. Wednesdays, 11:00 - 2:00 - times & frequency open.
Please contact Clarinda at clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or
608-845-9749.
Storytimes
Ages 2- 5
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall) 238-8455 Madison [MAP]
Thursdays at 9:30am
Led by UW Library Students – Frances Veit & Betsy Wermuth
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
Tuesdays at the
Castle - Avol's Bookstore
315 W. Gorham St. 255-4730 [MAP]
ages 3-6, 11 am Tuesdays. 255-4730
Trudy Barash reads stories for children ages 3-6 years at Avol's
Bookstore, (formerly Canterbury Booksellers).
Dan, Dan, the Story Man
Borders Books East 2173 Zeier
Rd., Madison 240-0080
10:30 am Wednesdays
Call: 240-0080
Dan, Dan, the Story Man: stories, music and activities, Wednesdays
at 10:30am
Drop-In Playtime
Family Enhancement 2120 Fordem Ave., Suite 210 (new
location)
Weekly on Mondays and Fridays @ 9:00am Call: 241-5150 ext. 15
http://www.familyenhancement.org
Ages 9 months-4 years, 9 am-noon Mondays & Fridays, Family
Enhancement. 241-5150 ext. 15
Preschool Crafts
Eager Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Tuesdays, 8:00am
This is a great way to
ensure that your child is getting some great experiences with
eye-hand coordination. Registration is not necessary for these
craft programs. Year Around Preschool Craft Time every
Tuesday at 10 a.m.
August 29 - September 5
The last two
weeks before school starts and the two weeks after Christmas are
the slowest times for family friendly events. So our list
is a bit short this week, but things will be picking back up
next weekend.
The weather
-- Highs in the 80s until Thursday when we get a chance for
showers and cooling into the 70s.
Check Current Beach Conditions:
http://www.cityofmadison.com/beaches/
Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw
Marion Park, Prairie du Sac
Friday August 29 - Saturday, August 30
http://www.wiscowchip.com
Friday Night,
August 29th, 2008
On The Grounds:
Sauk Prairie Area Corporate Cow Chip Throw Challenge 7:00 pm
Kids Stage: Teen Dance 7:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Food Court Stage: Lou and Peter Berryman 5-7 pm
Beer Tent Stage: Rachelle and the Red Hot Rattlers
7:30-11:30 pm
Saturday, August 30th, 2008
On The Grounds: Cow Chip Classic Run 8:00 am 5K, 10K Run
Register online or by mail with registration form at:
www.wiscowchip.com
Before 8/16: $15 without T-Shirt, $21 with T-Shirt
Between 8/17 & 8/29: $17 without T-Shirt, $23 with T-Shirt
Race Day: $18 without T-Shirt, $24 with T-Shirt
Packet pickup and registration will be available at Fleet
Feet in Madison on Friday, August 29th from 11:00 AM - 4:00
PM or beginning at 6:30 in Marion Park the day of the race.
Arts & Crafts Fair 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (125+ Exhibits)
Sponsored by Sauk Prairie Today's Women
Children's Chip Chuckin' 9:00 am - Noon
Tournament of Chips Parade: Noon
Wisconsin State Cow Chip Throw 2:00 pm
Boulder's Rock Climbing Wall 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Kids Stage:
Dottie the Clown 10:30-11:30 am
Karate America Demonstration 2-2:45 pm
Dottie the Clown 3-4 pm
Karaoke 4-7 pm
Teen Dance 7-10:30 pm
Food Court
Stage:
Matt Whalt 9:30-11 am
Cripple Creek Cloggers 11-11:45 am
Finderz Keeperz 12:30-4 pm
Beer Tent Stage:
Tony Rocker & the Comeback Special 4:30-7 pm
Super Tuesday 7:30-11:30 pm
Taste of Madison
Saturday, August 30, 2:00-8:00 pm; Sunday,
August 31,
Noon-7:00 pm
http://www.madisonfestivals.com/taste/map.html
Taste of Madison can be a fun family event if properly planned
out. Long lines and dense crowds can pose a challenge to
your kids' patience and your personal nervous system!
Download the map at the link above and time your attendance with
the activities going on at the Children's Museum (listed below).
Shoot for non-peak eating times.
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60+ restaurants and caterers
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4 stages with 6 music formats over 2 days
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20 beverage stands
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Thousands of dollars raised for United
Cerebral Palsy
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More than 200 menu items to sample
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Over 35 live musical performances - Free!
Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue, Middleton
http://www.capital-brewery.com/events/music.html
Wild West
Days
Lion's Park, Mazomanie
Friday, September 5 5:00pm - Sunday September 7 8:00pm
Call: 795-2100
http://www.villageofmazomanie.com
Beer &
Food Tent, Horseshoes, Music, Kid's Tractor Pull and Games,
Raffle throughout the weekend and a great Parade on Sunday
downtown!!! What more could you ask for in one weekend!!!
Family Music Time
University Book Store-Hilldale
702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the Hilldale Mall) Call: 262-5590
Thursday, September 4, 9:30am
http://www.thedailypage.com/theguide/details.php?event=206745
Play - Sing - Dance (for all ages) led by Music Teacher - Lynn
Hilgers.
Healthy Snack Options for Back
to School
Whole Foods Market 3313 University Ave.
Cost: Free Call: 233-9566
Saturday, August 30th, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Free
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/calendars/MAD.html
Bored with the same old snacks from last year? Kids and parents
- drop on in to learn how to create some fun, healthy, and
unique snack options for back to school.
TAPIT/new works
1957 Winnebago Street 608.244.2938
http://www.tapitnewworks.org
Fall tap dance classes, for ages 8 - 80+, begin September 4,
2008 at TAPIT/new works, 1957 Winnebago Street. Instruction is
for all levels, beginning to advanced. Group and single classes
available, as well as private lessons. Please call
608-244-2938 to register or for more information.
Capital K9's Dog
Paddle 2nd Annual Labor Day Dog Paddle
Goodman Pool 325 Olin Ave.
Cost: $10/dog ($5/person without dog) Call: 839-3664
Monday, September 1, 10:00am - 4:00pm
http://www.capitalk9s.org
Residents are invited to bring their dog(s) for an
end-of-the-summer swim, plus K9 demos, contests & prizes
Please join us Monday, September 1, 2008 at Goodman Pool on Olin
Avenue for the 2nd Annual Capital K-9's Labor Day Dog Paddle
benefiting the Madison Police Department's K-9 Unit. Goodman
Pool closes to the public and for one amazing day will be open
only to our canine friends. All proceeds from this unique event
will benefit the Madison Police Department's K-9 Unit, which
means a safer community for all of us. This wonderful event is
being presented by Animart!
The Goodman Pool opens its gates Labor Day to swimmers of the
four-legged variety. Join the fun and hilarity as we watch dogs
vie for farthest jump, fastest retrieve, and biggest splash.
There will be additional contests, prizes, and too much fun to
mention!
It is
very important to note for the safety and security of all
participants, we have a ZERO AGGRESSION POLICY. Any dogs that
engage in aggressive behavior will be asked to leave
immediately. Also, for health & safety issues, humans may not go
in further than ankle deep due to reduced chlorine levels.
Ken Medema to Perform at Windsor
United Church of Christ
4434 Second St. in Windsor, WI
Sunday, August 31, at 6:30pm
http://www.kenmedema.com
Renowned
Christian singer and songwriter Ken Medema will perform at
Windsor United Church of Christ on Sunday, August 31, at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for seniors and children
12&under. There is a $25 per family maximum. To purchase
tickets, call the church office at (608) 846-5731. Windsor UCC
is located at 4434 Second St. in Windsor, WI.
Ken Medema has been singing over 32 years in every venue
imaginable for 50 - 50,000 people. From churches to conventions
and from colleges to corporations, Ken custom designs an event
for every occasion. Using his gift of improvisation, Ken hears
with his heart, stories from people and sings the stories back
to audiences of all ages. Invariably, his audiences reward Ken's
final encore with enthusiastic applause and standing ovations.
Though blind from birth, Ken has demonstrated his extraordinary
musical vision to a growing number of loyal fans across the
nation and around the world. In 1985 he founded Brier Patch
Music, an independent recording, publishing, and
performance-booking company with headquarters in Grandville,
Michigan. Brier Patch creates musical expressions that celebrate
all aspects of the human experience, with an emphasis on
spirituality and such universal concerns as peace, justice,
hunger, homelessness, and the environment.
UW Space Place
UW Space Place 2300 S. Park
St., Suite LL-100, Madison 262-4779
Free workshop for
elementary/middle school students
http://spaceplace.wisc.edu
Email: kay@sal.wisc.edu
Saturday Family Workshops
Saturday workshops begin at 10:00 am and are designed for
children ages 6-10 and their families.
August 30 • "Oreo Moon
Phases"
Use cookies to illustrate the phases of the moon.
September 6 • "I'm Picking Up Good Vibrations"
Find out how sounds are produced and see what your voice
sounds like; presented by Rachael Lancor, Wonders of Physics
Madison Children's Museum
100 State Street
http://www.madisonchildrensmuseum.com
Hmong House Models
This weekend we bid farewell to our exhibit Hmong at
Heart before it travels to the Minnesota Children’s Museum.
Build your own model of a traditional Hmong village house in
Laos.
August 30, 2008 — 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm
August 31, 2008 — 3:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Hmong Hat-Making
This weekend we bid farewell to our exhibit Hmong at
Heart before it travels to the Minnesota Children’s Museum.
Make your own hat inspired by traditional Hmong designs.
August 30, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
August 31, 2008 — 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
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/find_an_event.do
Madison Public
Libraries
See below for dates, times, and locations
http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/calendar/calendar.html
Here is all of the fun stuff going on through the Madison Public
Libraries for this week. Click on the colored titles to register
online. Note that many activities require pre-registration.
Not a Kid Event, But...
Mocha Moms Inc. of Wisconsin Event
Raising Children of Color in a Race-Conscious Society,
Interactive Workshop
Bravo Italian Restaurant 5689 N. Bayshore Drive,
Glendale, WI 53217
Saturday, September 13, 2008, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Mocha Moms, Inc. of Wisconsin is sponsoring Raising
Children of Color in a Race-Conscious Society,
Interactive Workshop - a parent workshop that helps
parents talk about race and unique differences with
their children. This exciting workshop is being
presented by Kara Wright, facilitator, speaker, and
founder of Mindhearted, Inc.,a diversity education
company designed to help communities move beyond
"-isms."
Mindhearted workshops are designed to create a safe
environment for all participants to share and speak free
from judgment, shame, or guilt.They are also designed to
be fun. Much of the learning is driven by participants'
stories, experiences, and perspectives
The workshop will be held on Saturday, September 13,
2008, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at
Cost: FREE for Mocha Moms, Inc. members, $15 for
non-members,
Lunch: Available for purchase
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, September 10, 2008.
Limited space, so register today!
For more information or to register, call (608) 338-5368
or send e-mail to madisonmochas@sbcglobal.net
Mocha Moms, Inc. is a support group for mothers of color
who have chosen not to work full-time outside of the
home in order to devote more time to their families..
Mocha Moms serves as an advocate for those mothers and
encourages the spirit of community activism within its
membership. Mocha Moms, Inc. does not discriminate on
the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender,
socio-economic level, education, or religion. Anyone who
supports the mission and purpose of Mocha Moms, Inc. is
welcome to join. For more information on Mocha Moms,
Inc. visit:
http://www.mochamoms.org/.
KEVA Sports - Fall Classes
8312 Forsythia St.
Middleton, WI
http://www.kevasports.com/index.html
Fall Classes have now been added online! Registration is now
open!
KEVA Sports - Stroller Jam
8312 Forsythia St.
Middleton, WI (608) 662-0275
Keva Sports Center is offering 8-week sessions for only $95.
Classes are held Monday and Wednesday from 9-9:50 AM starting
September 8
http://www.kevasports.com/index.html
Turn your stroller into a portable fitness machine, get moving
and make new friends while your baby has a blast! Work out,
stretch and interact with other parents and caregivers. Stroller
Jam is a way for you and your baby to enjoy fitness and fun
together!
RSVP for 2008 Buddy Walk
Saturday, September 13
Warner Park 2930 N. Sherman Ave.
http://www.madss.org
One-mile walk to benefit Down Syndrome education, research &
advocacy, 11 am, 9/13, Warner Park (registration 9:30 am). $25
($50 group of four). RSVP: www.madss.org or 692-7653
Wilhelm Tell Festival
Wilhelm Tell Grounds, New Glarus
Friday August 29 - Sunday, August 31
http://www.wilhelmtell.org
See website for full details
Friday: Laternen Zug (kids' lantern parade) 8 pm.
Saturday: Wilhelm Tell Pageant, 10 am (German) and 2 pm
(English), $10. Sunday: Art in the Park 9 am-5 pm
(Village Park); Book sale 9 am-5 pm (Village Hall);
Ethnic fashion show 10:30 am; Wilhelm Tell Pageant 1 pm
(English), $10; Yodeling contest 6:30 pm.
www.wilhelmtell.org or 800-527-6838
Ongoing Activities...
Corn Maze
Treinen Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch
W12420 Highway 60, Lodi Phone: 608-592-3481
http://www.treinenfarm.com
Our 15-acre Dragonfly Corn Maze, with over 4 miles of trails, is
now open. Open now through November. Outdoor adventure for all
ages. TAKE THE CORN MAZE CHALLENGE!!
Hours:
(August 1- November 9)
Fridays: 5 pm - 9 pm, Sat: 11 am - 9 pm, Sun: 11 am - 5 pm
Rates:
$8.00 age 12 and over, $6.00 age 6-11, Free age 5 and under
Dane Dances
Monona
Terrace Rooftop 1 John Nolen Dr.
http://www.mononaterrace.com
Free concert, Fridays, 5:30-9:30 pm
Dane Dances! is a community event created to help break down
racial barriers and bring people of diverse backgrounds together
for a night of FREE entertainment and dancing. There will be
ethnic food vendors and cocktails available for purchase
beginning at 5PM. DJ Laurie Mlatawou will perform each evening
at 5:30 and 7:30PM.
August
29 Nelly Tiger Travis Blues Band - Urban R&B
MadiSalsa - Latin Jazz, Salsa
*In the case
of inclement weather, please call (608) 261-4000 after 2PM for
concert location or cancellation information.
2008 Sounds of Summer Concert Schedule
Greenway
Station in Middleton
Bring chair/blanket, More info call: 824-9111
Concerts take place in the parking area near Cosi
Saturday evening concerts from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m
http://www.greenwayshopping.com/
Sat., August 30: Clyde Stubblefield The funky drummer
Go Green This Summer With Your Nature Passport!
http://www.naturenet.com/naturepassport.html
Go "Green" this summer by discovering and learning outdoors with
Nature Net's free Nature Passport, a family tool for environmental
exploration. Visit sites throughout the area with your Passport and use
the clues offered by your guide "Ringo Raccoon" to observe area
mysteries, including a "Grandfather Oak," underground springs, a
Mosasaur skeleton, compass plants and many other exciting bits of nature
- all right here in our community! Write, draw and sketch along the way
and learn about the natural world.
Pick up your free Nature Passport from any participating site Memorial
Day through Labor Day. Or, visit www.naturenet.com to get the scoop on
requesting a Nature Passport on-line. Don't forget your friends and
neighbors - get one for everyone!
Spanish and Hmong versions of Nature Passport are available. In addition
to the following locations, they can be picked up at Centro Hispano (810
West Badger Road, Madison, Wisconsin 608-255-3018) and United Asian
Services (312 North 3rd Street, Madison, Wisconsin 608-256-6400).
Participating sites include: the Aldo Leopold Foundation, Aldo Leopold
Nature Center, Bethel Horizons, Cherokee Marsh, Henry Vilas Zoo,
International Crane Foundation, Lussier Family Heritage Center,
MacKenzie Environmental Center, Madison Children's Museum, Madison
School Forest, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Owen Conservation Park, UW
Arboretum and, UW Geology Museum.
Mocha Moms of
Madison Bi-Weekly Group Meetings
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Mocha Moms of Madison will not have bi-weekly group discussions (every
2nd and 4th Friday), during the summer. Support meetings will resume
Friday, September 12, 2008. However, any one interested in joining or
learning more about Mocha Moms, can send e-mail to madisonmochas@sbcglobal.net
or call (608) 338-5368.
Mocha Moms, Inc. is a support group for mothers of color who
have chosen not to work full-time outside of the home in order
to devote more time to their families.. Mocha Moms serves as an
advocate for those mothers and encourages the spirit of
community activism within its membership. Mocha Moms, Inc. does
not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender,
socio-economic level, education, or religion. Anyone who
supports the mission and purpose of Mocha Moms, Inc. is welcome
to join.
For more information on Mocha Moms, Inc. visit:
http://www.mochamoms.org/
Dane County Farmers' Market
Capitol Square Call: 455-1999
Saturdays, 6:00am - 2:00pm
http://www.dcfm.org
The award-winning Dane County Farmers' Market (DCFM), a Madison
tradition since 1972, opens its outdoor season on Saturday,
April 19 from 6 am to 2 pm. The beautiful Capitol Square is a
unique setting for the largest producer-only market in the
nation. And, all of the products are produced right here in
Wisconsin!
Enjoy fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, cheese, meat, poultry,
fish, honey, maple syrup, nuts, jelly, eggs, candy, baked goods,
plants, fresh flowers, and more ...
The DCFM outdoor markets are open every Saturday and every
Wednesday through early November - RAIN OR SHINE!
Bean Sprouts Kid's Cafe
6719 Frank Lloyd Wright Avenue, Suite
101 Middleton, WI 53562, 1.608.826.6YUM (6986)
http://www.beansproutscafe.com
Bean Sprouts is a new kids' café
featuring:
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yummy, good-for-you food
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a
hip, fun atmosphere for kids and parents
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organic baby food and delivery service
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birthdays and tea parties!
Editor's note: Here is
a brilliant concept... a healthy, wholesome, kid-oriented
cafe with a fun atmosphere and events for parents and tots to
share together! This place is totally geared towards tots
with kid-sized doors, special kids seating area, and even kid
sized toilets in the bathroom. They are also the only
place in town where you can find freshly made organic baby food
that can be delivered to your doorstep.
Events at Rhapsody Arts Center
Rhapsody Arts Center 271 S. Main Street Verona, WI 53593
Phone: (608)-848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Please call Rhapsody Arts
Center at 608-848-2045 for more information and class rates.
Also, you can visit our website, www.rhapsodyarts.org.
Madtown Twisters Open
Gym
West: 7035 Old Sauk Road (Corner of Old Sauk & Gammon)
608-829-2922
East: 808 Walsh Road 608-245-9565
http://www.madtowntwisters.com/opengym.html
Every week Madtown Twisters East and West locations both host
open gym times for kids of different ages. The prices are
incredibly reasonable, and the kids get to run, jump, and have
lots of high energy fun!
Toddler Time - A Parent/Child Playgroup
Tenney Nursery and Parent Center 1321 East Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703 (608)255-3250
Meets every Friday from 9:00-11:301:30
http://www.tnpckids.com
A teacher-directed class for parents (or adult) and child(ren)
to explore age appropriate materials in a traditional classroom
setting. Group time is held in the classroom about half way
through Toddler Time. Children and adults participate by singing
songs, dancing to music and listening to stories. After group,
families may continue playing in the classroom, go to the
multipurpose room for large motor activities or go out to the
playground. Families are welcome to bring individual snacks.
Snack tables are located in the multipurpose room.
The cost is $5.00 for each drop-in visit. Enrolled families pay
a discounted price each semester and have a reserved spot each
Friday.
PAL Zone (Play and Learn)
Covenant Presbyterian Church and Living Water Church, Sun Prairie
Tuesdays 9:30-11am. Free, open play group giving parents and children
the opportunity to interact and play with other children, and parents. 2
locations!! For more information call 608.241.5150 or visit our website
at www.familyenhancement.org.
Baby Signs
Tamara Smith Independent Certified Instructor
Middleton, WI 53562 608-831-2068 Email:
trybabysigns@gmail.com
http://www.babysigns.com
Ever Wonder What Your Baby is Thinking? Or Why Your Baby is
Crying? Using the BABY SIGNS® Program gives babies a way to
“talk” with their parents before they can talk. Babies can
communicate about the world around them long before they have
mastered their verbal speaking skills! Babies and their
parents can use simple signs to communicate important things –
like being hungry or thirsty, hot or cold, afraid or sad – often
a full year before babies could otherwise speak.
Eager Free Public Library Pre-School Storytime
39 W. Main Street, Evansville
Pre-school storytimes every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Pre-school crafts every Friday at 10:00 a.m.
Fitchburg Library
Story Time
Fitchburg Community Center
Contact: Marti Fechner 845-1518
Story Time by Friends of the Fitchburg Libary
Thursdays, Sept 11 - Dec.
18th (no Story Time on Nov. 27) 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Children 5 and under listen to books, sing songs with
fingerplays, and create a craft. Free open gym often available
afterwards.
Babies' Music
Rhapsody Arts Center, 271 S.
Main St., Verona (608)848-2045
http://www.rhapsodyarts.org
Music class for ages 0-18 months. Sponsored by
The Purple Goose of Verona, this class is for caregiver and baby.
Strengthen the bond with your baby while encouraging the discovery
of sounds, movements and textures. Your child's overall
development will soar through enjoyable musical stimulation , and
you will enjoy sharing experiences with other new parents.
At-Home
Dads
Happy Bambino 2045 Atwood Ave.
204-6147 [MAP]
Every Thursday, 9:30-10:45 am
http://www.HappyBambino.com
Come join a community of dads who have made the choice to stay at
home with their child/children. The discussion will be led by the
group, but topics may range from fatherhood and the novelty of
being a stay-at-home-dad to topics completely unrelated to being a
parent, like sports, music, and movies. Snacks and drinks
available for purchase or BYO.
New
Mom's Group
Madison Birth Center 6720 Frank Lloyd Wright Ave., Suite
103Middleton 821-0123 [MAP]
Free drop-in group for mothers, babies & pregnant women
11 am-12:30 pm Thursdays
jody@madisonbirthcenter.com
Led by Jen Perfetti, MA, LPC and the Madison Birth Center
midwives, this drop-in group is for mothers, babies and pregnant
women. Each week a topic is discussed along with open discussion.
Breastfeeding support is always available. You need not have given
birth at the Madison Birth Center to attend. When: Thursday
mornings from 11 AM-12:30 PM Cost: No charge
Adoptive Families Playgroup
Fitchburg/Verona area. Info:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or 608-845-9749
Email:
clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com
ADOPTIVE FAMILIES PLAYGROUP:
Playgroup & support group for adoptive families with young
children. Wednesdays, 11:00 - 2:00 - times & frequency open.
Please contact Clarinda at clarinda.arsenault@hotmail.com or
608-845-9749.
Storytimes
Ages 2- 5
University Book Store-Hilldale 702 N. Midvale Blvd. (in the
Hilldale Mall) 238-8455 Madison [MAP]
Thursdays at 9:30am
Led by UW Library Students – Frances Veit & Betsy Wermuth
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
Tuesdays at the
Castle - Avol's Bookstore
315 W. Gorham St. 255-4730 [MAP]
ages 3-6, 11 am Tuesdays. 255-4730
Trudy Barash reads stories for children ages 3-6 years at Avol's
Bookstore, (formerly Canterbury Booksellers).
Dan, Dan, the Story Man
Borders Books East 2173 Zeier
Rd., Madison 240-0080
10:30 am Wednesdays
Call: 240-0080
Dan, Dan, the Story Man: stories, music and activities, Wednesdays
at 10:30am
Drop-In Playtime
Family Enhancement 2120 Fordem Ave., Suite 210 (new
location)
Weekly on Mondays and Fridays @ 9:00am Call: 241-5150 ext. 15
http://www.familyenhancement.org
Ages 9 months-4 years, 9 am-noon Mondays & Fridays, Family
Enhancement. 241-5150 ext. 15
Preschool Crafts
Eager Free Library, Evansville
39 W. Main St. 608-882-2260
Tuesdays, 8:00am
This is a great way to
ensure that your child is getting some great experiences with
eye-hand coordination. Registration is not necessary for these
craft programs. Year Around Preschool Craft Time every
Tuesday at 10 a.m.
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