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September Writing Challenge at Manitowoc Public Library

Manitowoc Public Library 707 Quay Street, Manitowoc

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

N/A Wisconsin

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

The Pump House Regional Arts Center 119 King st, La Crosse

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

Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center 5607 County Road C, Spring Green

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”

Menomonee Falls North Auditorium N88 W16750 Garfield Dr, Menomonee Falls

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

Bike the Barns

Lake Farm Park 4330 Libby Rd, Madison

Bike the Barns is a fun full-day event combining cycling, local food, and area farms to create an unforgettable full day food & farming adventure! Riders travel a scenic country ride just outside Madison, stopping at local farms to enjoy fresh food, live music, and one-of-a-kind farm experiences. But Bike the Barns is about more […]

$150

Marathon County Historical Society – Voices from the Past: An Historical Walk through Pine Grove Cemetery

Pine Grove Cemetery 1501 Grand Ave, Wausau

The Marathon County Historical Society presents our annual “Voices from the Past: An Historical Walk through Pine Grove Cemetery” on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Pine Grove Cemetery 1501 Grand Avenue in Wausau. The first tour will leave at 11 a.m. and the last tour will begin at 2 p.m. rain or shine. Costumed re-enactors […]

$5

Rushadicus the Cello Goblin

Sugar Maple 441 E Lincoln Ave, Milwaukee

Rushadicus the infamous Cello Goblin from the land of Sneth jicks forth with his immersive, experimental – cello and kazoo fueled – performance art extravaganza. An evening of cello metal, masterful goblin tricks, virtuosic multi-instrumental feats, and chaotic merriment. All ages. $10 at the door day of show.

$10

Eric Lewis and the Griffon String Quartet – Washington Island

Trueblood Performing Arts Center 870 Main Road, Washington Island

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 […]