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October
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24
Community Events
State Capitol Tour
Wisconsin State Capitol
Free tours of Wisconsin’s Capitol building are offered daily, exploring the beauty and grandeur of the building. Tours start at the information desk Monday through Saturday at 9:00, 10:00, 11:00 am and 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 pm; and Sundays at 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 p.m. A 4:00 p.m. tour is offered weekdays (Monday – Friday), excluding holidays,…
Oct
24
Community Events
Jerry Ensemble: A Year with Frog & Toad
Overture Center for the Arts
Since its founding in 1970, Opera for the Young (OFTY) has introduced over 2.5 million children to the world of live, professional opera, reaching over 75,000 elementary school children throughout the Midwest each year. OFTY specializes in making opera accessible, exciting and transformative for young audiences though its annual fall and spring school tours. These…
Oct
24
Community Events
Bird & Nature Adventures
Lisa Link Peace Park
Discover nature by foot, paddle or pedal with a free, family-friendly, 90-minute Bird & Nature Adventure! These events are led by nature enthusiasts and held rain or shine, in parks year-round throughout the city. No registration is required. Be sure to dress for the weather and bring a camera or binoculars if you have them.…
Oct
24
Community Events
Let's Move! with Abby
Madison Children's Museum
Join us for movement games and activities! From obstacle courses to dance parties, group games and balance activities, we’ll enjoy different opportunities to move our bodies every day. Program location is subject to change, depending on the weather. Please check our Welcome Wall for the most up-to-date location information. This event is free with general…
Oct
24
Community Events
Daily Scoop in Memorial Union
The Daily Scoop @ Memorial Union
This quaint ice cream shop serves up a UW-Madison favorite: classic and seasonal Babcock Dairy Ice Cream flavors by the cone or dish. The Daily Scoop additionally offers blended shakes, root beer floats, ice cream coolers plus Italian ice. Stop in for a sweet treat any time of the year! Pay with your student Wiscard…
Oct
24
Community Events
Walk Off // Rad Skulls // Geoff Palmer // Los Kausas
Gamma Ray Bar
Hardcore punk from Madison, WI. We play loud enough to upset your neighbors and fast enough to spill your drink. Formed in a basement, fueled by gas station coffee and bad decisions. No posers, no solos, just noise and questionable life choices.
Oct
24
Community Events
Saturday Night Dinner - Rigatoni — D'Vino
D’Vino
Rigatoni! Weekly meal/wine pairing specials A different choice each week; Lasagne, Sicilian Chicken, Sausage Caccitore with Parmesan polenta. Now available… D’Vino Bottle Club Our own house made Limoncello! Perfect for sipping before or after your meal, served ice cold or over your favorite gelato or sorbet. Available for curbside pick-up-$15.99/8.5oz Bring the empty bottle back…
Oct
24
Community Events
Saturday Night Dinner - Chicken Milanese — D'Vino
D’Vino
Chicken Milanese! Weekly meal/wine pairing specials A different choice each week; Lasagne, Sicilian Chicken, Sausage Caccitore with Parmesan polenta. Now available… D’Vino Bottle Club Our own house made Limoncello! Perfect for sipping before or after your meal, served ice cold or over your favorite gelato or sorbet. Available for curbside pick-up-$15.99/8.5oz Bring the empty bottle…
Oct
24
Community Events
Saturday Night Dinner - Tortellini — D'Vino
D’Vino
Tortellini! Weekly meal/wine pairing specials A different choice each week; Lasagne, Sicilian Chicken, Sausage Caccitore with Parmesan polenta. Now available… D’Vino Bottle Club Our own house made Limoncello! Perfect for sipping before or after your meal, served ice cold or over your favorite gelato or sorbet. Available for curbside pick-up-$15.99/8.5oz Bring the empty bottle back…