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September Writing Challenge at Manitowoc Public Library

Have you always wanted to write but can’t find the right time to start? How does Monday, September 1 sound? That’s when the September Writing Challenge kicks off at Manitowoc Public Library for Teens and Adults. Pick up your handy Tracking Calendar from the Front Service Desk starting Monday, August 18, and then write every […]

Participation is Free!

RoundTrip Smart Trips Challenge

RoundTrip Greater Madison, a public program in Dane County, is hosting the Smart Trips Challenge this September. The month-long event encourages residents to swap solo car trips for biking, busing, carpooling, or walking/rolling. To participate, create a free account at www.RoundTripGreaterMadison.org and log your trips throughout September. Residents who complete at least four round trips […]

Free

Every Brilliant Thing

Every Brilliant Thing By Duncan MacMillan with Jonny Donahoe Directed by Pete Rydberg Presented by Grey Area Productions You’re six years old. Mum’s in hospital. Dad says she’s “done something stupid.” She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a list of everything that’s brilliant about the world. Everything that’s worth […]

$15 – $30

Intermediate Plein Air Painting Workshop at Taliesin

Experience open access to Frank Lloyd Wright’s breathtaking 800-acre estate while enhancing your plein air painting skills in this weekend workshop with Jan Norsetter. Designed for intermediate to experienced artists, you’ll refine techniques in value, composition, and capturing the essence of nature. Focus on simplifying landscapes, prioritizing key elements, and executing clear painting plans.

Free

Falls Patio Players Presents “Steel Magnolias”

Welcome to Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies who are “anybody” gather for a beauty fix with an ample side of gossip. Filled with hilarious repartee and laser-sharp quips, this eclectic group of women face trials and triumphs armed with their greatest strength: each other. Adults $18.00 Seniors (60+) and Students […]

$13.00

Amanda Bruse No Gi Seminar at Sanctuary Jiu-Jitsu

Sanctuary Jiu-Jitsu 46 N Bryan St, Madison

🚨 SAVE THE DATE 🗓️! We’re excited to announce that we’ll be hosting Atos Black Belt @amandabruse.bjj for a NO GI SEMINAR on September 20th at 10am! The subject will […]

$50 – $60

Beading Is Medicine Class

Pump House Regional Arts Center 119 King St, La Crosse

Join us for an immersive beading workshop that explores beadwork as more than art — it’s medicine. Melissa Baca, B.S.- Artist & Cultural Educator is a Native artist based in […]

$150

Friends of Rapids Music Festival 2025

Robinson Park 1941 Apricot Street, Wisconsin Rapids

Free all-ages music festival with multiple bands! Adam Greuel & The Space Burritos (Country Rock) Howard Luedtke & Blue Max (Blues) Folk & Blues Brothers (Folk Rock) Double Duo (Rock) […]

Free Admission

Pint-Sized Concert at Central Waters Brewing Company

Central Waters Brewing Co. 351 Allen Street, Amherst

Join WPR and the CWSO Horn Ensemble for an afternoon of local music, local radio and local beer in Amherst, featuring the CWSO Horn Ensemble. We’ll be there from 4-5 […]

Art:Forward Gala

Milwaukee Art Museum 700 N. Art Museum Dr, Milwaukee

Join us in celebrating 50 years of the Bradley Collection at the Milwaukee Art Museum. In 1975, Mrs. Harry Lynde (“Peg”) Bradley gifted her extraordinary collection of nearly 400 modern […]

Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet – Sturgeon Bay

MUSE 330 Jefferson St, Sturgeon Bay

Join us for a truly special musical event as Door County favorite Eric Lewis reunites with the Griffon String Quartet, an affiliate of Midsummer’s Music, for four unforgettable performances! Be […]

We 3 Ukes with opener Fallen Four

The Coffee House 2717 E. Hampshire St., Milwaukee

We 3 Ukes consists of long-time local entertainers Steve Girman (ukulele/percussion/vocals), Tom Stemper (U-bass/vocals) and Vinn Stemper (ukulele/vocals). For years, We 3 Ukes have been entertaining Milwaukee-area children and adults […]

$5 – $15

Henry Cho: The Empty Nest Tour

The Pabst Theater 144 E Wells St, Milwaukee

On February 11, comedian Henry Cho was inducted as the 229th member of The Grand Ole Opry. This prestigious honor has not been extended to a comedian since 1973. Henry’s […]

$39.46