Madison Wisconsin

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• Sep 3 - Jan 5 Madison - Bolz Conservatory Art Exhibit: Yesterday's Plants, Today's Energy. Come learn about the prehistoric plants that formed the coal we use for today's energy. Coal-forming ferns and mosses have lived on Earth for the past 290 million years - since before the dinosaurs! Learn what it took to make these plants into coal, and discover why we need alternative energy sources since today's ferns and mosses won't provide coal energy for tomorrow. Mon-Sat 10AM-4PM; Sun 10AM-5PM. Olbrich Botanical Gardens & Bolz Conservatory, 3330 Atwood Ave. For more information call (608) 246-4550.
• Oct 22 - Oct 22 Madison - Tunes At Monona Terrace. Entertainment by Piano Fondue(Dueling Pianos). Co-sponsored by the Evjue Foundation, the charitable arm for the Capital Times, and Monona Terrace. Concessions are available for purchase beginning at 5PM. Free and open to the public. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. For more information call (608) 261-4000.
• Nov 5 - Nov 5 Madison - Tunes At Monona Terrace. Entertainment by Ladies Must Swing(Big Band Swing). Co-sponsored by the Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm for the Capital Times, and Monona Terrace. Concessions are available for purchase beginning at 5PM. Free and open to the public. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. For more information call (608) 261-4000.
• Nov 15 - Nov 16 Madison - Winter Art Festival. Features 140 Wisconsin exhibitors with a wonderful selection of pottery, watercolors, fiber, wood, glass, photography, jewelry, graphics, sculpture and more. Sat 9AM-5PM, Sun 10AM-4PM. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. For more information call (608) 261-4000.
• Nov 18 - Nov 18 Madison - Wright Lecture Series. "When Tommy was King, Restoring the Wisconsin State Capitol" - presented by Charlie Quagliana, AIA Senior Preservation Architect, Isthmus Architecture, Inc. This lecture will review the political and practical realities of working on a multi-phased, comprehensive, historic restoration of this fully functioning and beloved building. Monona Terrace Lecture Hall. For more information call (608) 261-4000.
• Nov 19 - Jan 4 Madison - NECA/IBEW Holiday Fantasy of Lights in Madison. Annual event featuring dazzling lights and music; a magical world like you've never seen before. Admission is free, donations appreciated. Olin-Turville Park, 1156 Olin-Turville Ct. Event starts at 4:30PM and ends at 10:00PM. For more information call (608) 239-7888.
• Nov 19 - Nov 19 Madison - Tunes At Monona Terrace. Entertainment by Little Vito and The Torpedos(50's & 60's). Co-sponsored by the Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of the Capital Times, and Monona Terrace. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. For more information call (608) 261-4000.
• Nov 22 - Nov 23 Madison - Madison Women's Expo. Hosted by brava magazine, the event features hundreds of exhibitors, celebrity guests and interactive fun encompassing every aspect of a woman's life including: food, health, leisure, fashion, beauty, style, home, entertaining, children & families, career opportunities, finance, fitness, non-profit and so much more. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way. For more information call (800) 722-6461.
• Nov 22 - Nov 23 Madison - Madison Gem and Mineral Club Show & Sale. Features the crafts and jewelry of society members as well as a wide variety of displays and educational exhibits. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way. For more information call (608) 251-2601.
• Nov 27 - Nov 27 Madison - Berbee Derby. The Berbee Derby is a 10k run and 5k run/walk that benefits the Technology Education Foundation. 5520 Research Park Drive. For more information call (888) DERBY78.
• Nov 28 - Nov 29 Madison - Big 8 Shootout. Boys and girls teams from eight different schools across the state compete under one roof to raise money for their general athletic budgets. Enjoy 16 games over two days, admission includes entrance into every game scheduled for that day. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way. For more information call (608) 259-3715.
• Dec 3 - Dec 3 Madison - Tunes At Monona Terrace. Entertainment by All That Jazz(20 piece Jazz Band). Co-sponsored by the Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm for the Capital Times, and Monona Terrace. Concessions are available for purchase beginning at 5PM. Free and open to the public. Monona Terrace Exhibition Hall. For more information call (608) 261-4000.
• Dec 27 - Dec 27 Madison - Olbrich Botanical Garden: Kwanzaa Celebration. Kwanzaa is a celebration of the African American spirit and culture. This non-religious celebration will feature music, poetry, and dancing. The event is free and open to all members of the community. Olbrich Botanical Gardens & Bolz Conservatory, 3330 Atwood Ave. Event starts at 1:00PM and ends at 3:00PM. For more information call (608) 249-7155.
• Dec 27 - Dec 27 Madison - Badger Conference Wrestling Invitational. Hosted by the Stoughton Viking Wrestling Club this tournament features exciting wrestling matches between local area wrestling teams. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way. For more information call (608) 212-5485.

• Jan 9 - Jan 11 Madison - Home Expo. Home improvement show with hundreds of exhibits featuring cabinets, countertops, carpet and hardwood flooring, security systems, hot tubs, saunas and spas. Fri 2-8PM, Sat 10AM-8PM, Sun 10AM-5PM. Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center. For more information call (608) 261-4000.
• Jan 10 - Jan 10 Madison - Cronometro Bicycle Swapmeet. This annual swapmeet is hosted by the Brazen Dropouts Bicycle Racing Club and features hundreds of bicycles and accessories. Admission charged. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Center Way. For more information call (608) 267-3976.
• Jan 10 - Jan 11 Madison - Wedding Planner & Guide Bridal Show. The largest bridal show in the Midwest; a great place to see all the gowns and tuxedos from the finest local bridal shops and formal wear stores on one stage. The expansive exhibit floor will showcase the services and products of bakers, jewelers, florists, travel agents, music agencies, and realtors. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Center Way. For more information call (608) 233-7001.
• Jan 16 - Jan 17 Madison - Mad City Men's Expo. With everything from Man Olympics to a Texas Hold 'Em Tournament, this expo has everything a real man wants! Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Center Way. For more information call (608) 837-2200.
• Jan 16 - Jan 18 Madison - Madison Auto Show. The annual Madison Auto Show features the latest cars, trucks and SUVs from local manufacturers. Expect hundreds of vehicles that display the latest and greatest the automotive industry has to offer. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Center Way. For more information call (608) 235-0781.
• Jan 23 - Jan 25 Madison - Madison Boat & Water Sports Show. The Madison Boat Show features over 275 boats of all types and sizes as well as equipment and information. Boats on display include fishing boats, sport boats, ski & wakeboard boats, pontoon & deck boats, personal watercraft & jet boats, water sports products & accessories and much, much more. There's no better chance to examine, compare and purchase the boats and equipment you need before the boating and fishing season begins. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Center Way. For more information call (763) 383-4427.
• Jan 23 - Jan 25 Madison - Monster Nationals - Monster Truck & Thrill Show. For three days these monster trucks romp across rows of cars for your enjoyment! Aside from the thrill of the monster truck competition, the audience will love extreme stunts and other thrilling entertainment. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Center Way. For more information call (440) 286-2333.
• Jan 24 - Jan 24 Madison - Olbrich Gardens: Children of the Rainforest. Enjoy lively music and dance! The Children of the Rainforest series offers performances for families to celebrate cultural differences in rainforest regions around the world, and is generously sponsored by William Wartmann. Performances 10:30AM & 1:30PM. Olbrich Botanical Gardens & Bolz Conservatory, 3330 Atwood Aveue. For more information call (608) 246-4550.
• Jan 24 - Jan 25 Madison - Antique Show & Sale. Many of the area's top dealers selling glassware, pottery, jewelry, books, clocks, toys, furniture and more. Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Center Way. For more information call (920) 960-3553.

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