LunART 2025 Festival Panel Discussion: Her Legacy, Our Voice
2025-05-28 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Arts + Literature Laboratory, 111 S. Livingston St., Madison, 53703
Honoring the Past. Shaping the Future.​​
Throughout history, women artists have shaped the world with their voices, visions, and creativity—often against immense challenges. “Her Legacy, Our Voice” is a powerful panel discussion that brings together three artists who are strengthening the legacy of women in the arts while paving their own distinct creative path.
Dr. Chen Yi, one of this century’s most influential composers, brings her perspective on culture and humanity, having grown up in China during the Cultural Revolution. A former concertmaster of the Peking Opera Orchestra, she seamlessly blends Chinese traditional and European classical styles into a language uniquely hers.
LunART welcomes back mezzo-soprano Adriana Zabala, who will portray the lead role in The Trial of Susan B. Anthony, a dramatic song-cycle by Steven Mark Kohn, at the 2025 festival. The Fulbright Scholar shines in roles that exemplify feminine strength, and was featured in our 2023 Festival in “NADIA,” a chamber music play celebrating the remarkable life of the influential composer/teacher/conductor Nadia Boulanger.
Official portrait artist of the Cleveland Browns, Desere Mayo creates powerful images that tell a personal story through the medium of pencil and paper. A Madison- based artist, Mayo researches her subjects, both historical and contemporary, as she incorporates biographical details into her artwork.
Join us as we examine the current landscape for women artists and discuss how we can collectively uplift and celebrate their contributions. Through meaningful conversation, we aim to inspire action and empower artists to carry forward the voices of those who came before us.
Commissioned Artwork
In addition to her participation in the panel discussion and performances, Desere Mayo has been commissioned by LunART to create a commemorative artwork for the Festival 2025 theme, “Her Legacy, Our Voice.” Varieties of her artwork will be available for purchase at all festival events.
Full 2025 Festival Schedule:
“Her Legacy, Our Voice” Panel Discussion – FREE Admission
Wednesday, May 28, 7:30 PM
The festival will commence with a powerful panel discussion, bringing together three distinguished artists– Composer-in-Residence Dr. Chen Yi, vocalist Adriana Zabala, and portrait artist Desere Mayo – who are actively strengthening the legacy of women in the arts while forging their own unique creative paths.
Gala Chamber Music Concert: HER LEGACY
Friday, May 30, 7:30 PM
Audiences will experience an electrifying journey featuring the vibrant energy of 2025 Chen Yi’s “Qi,” followed by the 2025 Call for Scores Winner Lingbo Ma’s “Dance Unleashed,” a sonata by Eugenie Rocherolle, and a powerful performance of Steven Mark Kohn’s gripping musical drama, “The Trial of Susan B. Anthony,” brought to life by guest mezzo soprano Adriana Zabala.
Gala Chamber Music Concert: OUR VOICE
Saturday, May 31, 7:30 PM
OUR VOICE promises a whirlwind of bold and breathtaking music by an extraordinary lineup of composers, including the trailblazing Rebecca Clarke, the masterful Louise Farrenc, Composer-in-Residence Chen Yi, Sato Matsui in a highly anticipated world premiere, and a spotlight on rising talents – 2025 Call for Scores winners Stella G. Gitelman Willoughby and Jennifer Margaret Barker.
Composers Hub Spotlight Chamber Music Concert – FREE Admission
Sunday, June 1, 2:30 PM
The festival will conclude with the Composers Hub Spotlight Concert. This grand finale of unites seven composers from across the globe, whose distinct creative voices are shaping the landscape of 21st-century music. LunART’s 2025 Composers Hub Cohort will join forces with Composer-in-Residence Dr. Chen Yi for a week of workshops and collaboration, culminating in this one-of-a-kind sonic palette. A reception will follow the concert!
LunART Festival is supported by the Amphion Foundation, Arts and Literature Laboratory, Bolz Center for Arts Administration, the BRAVA Magazine, Dane Arts, Ian’s Pizza, Madison Arts Commission with additional funds from the Wisconsin Arts Board, Marriott Daughters Foundation, Microtone Media, Pleasant T. Rowland Foundation, Willy Street Co-op, WORT, and WYSO.
LUNART’S MISSION is to support, inspire, promote, and celebrate ALL women in the arts through public performances, exhibitions, workshops, and interdisciplinary collaboration; thus enriching our community and creating a welcoming space for learning and experimentation.

Madison Irish Fest 2025
2025-05-30 12:00 - 21:00
Get ready for the Madison Irish Fest! Join us for a spectacular celebration of Irish culture featuring incredible live music and mesmerizing Irish dance performances.
* Single Day: $25 * Weekend Pass: $30 (all three days)
Day 1 Pre-Party Friday, May 30, 5 PM – 9 PM Awildan Distilling 5353 Maly Rd, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 | Day 2 Four Winds Farm Fitchburg Saturday, May 31, 2 PM – 9 PM Four Winds Farm 5735 Adams Road, Fitchburg, WI 53575 | Day 3 @ Garver Sunday, June 1, Noon – 6 PM Garver Feed Mill 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI

SOGO Film Festival 2025 – A Celebration of Independent Film in Stoughton, WI
2025-05-30 18:00 - 21:30 | Stoughton Opera House, 381 East Main Street, Stoughton, Wisconsin, 53589, United States
Join us for the 2025 SOGO Film Festival, a two-night celebration of independent film in the heart of downtown Stoughton, Wisconsin. This free, community-driven event takes place May 30–31, 2025, and showcases an exciting lineup of short and feature-length films from emerging filmmakers across the country.
Screenings will take place in two of Stoughton’s most beloved historic venues:
• Friday, May 30 – Village Players Theater
• Saturday, May 31 – Stoughton Opera House
Doors open at 6 PM | Screenings begin at 7 PM
Whether you’re a filmmaker, film lover, or simply looking for something unique and inspiring to do—SOGO is a must-attend cultural event in Southern Wisconsin.
Admission is free for both filmmakers and attendees.
For the full schedule and updates, visit: https://sogo.film
RSVP and invite friends on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/957172885908536
Get tickets on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/sogo-film-festival-86338225413
Support the festival via Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/sogofilmfest

Urban Triage's Black Brilliance Gala: A Night of Elegance, Empowerment, and Impact
2025-05-31 18:00 - 2025-06-01 00:00 | Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State Street, Madison, Wisconsin, 53703, United States
Urban Triage’s Black Brilliance Gala: A Night of Elegance, Empowerment, and Impact
Join us for the second annual Black Brilliance Gala, an unforgettable evening hosted by Urban Triage at the prestigious Overture Center for the Arts on May 31st, 2025. This exclusive event transcends the typical gala—a powerful celebration of resilience, excellence, and community empowerment.
This year’s masquerade ball theme inspires guests to embrace mystery and elegance, promising a night filled with live entertainment, soulful music, fine dining, and joyous celebration. The evening will feature:

Enchanting Jazz & R&B Live Band – Let the rhythm invigorate your spirit.
Magnetic Brass Band performance – a true New Orleans experience
Hypnotic African dances and drummers
Experience captivating performances featuring the artistry of a hip-hop/R&B violinist, a talented saxophonist, and a mesmerizing aerialist.
Poetry: Be moved by inspiring spoken word performances.
Exquisite Hors d’oeuvres & Dinner– Enjoy a gourmet culinary journey.
Tribute to Unsung Heroes – At 8:30 PM, we will honor the changemakers in our community, shining a light on their incredible contributions.
DJ Pain 1 Takeover– Dance the night away with a dynamic DJ set from 10:30 PM to 12:00 AM.

Every ticket purchased supports Urban Triage’s mission to provide housing navigation, wraparound support services, and transformative initiatives for vulnerable youth in our community.
Secure Your Spot Now: Early Bird pricing ends on April 15! The price goes back to $175 on April 16th
Become a Sponsor & Make an Impact while elevating your brand as you contribute to meaningful change! Our sponsorship levels include:
Your sponsorship unlocks premium benefits, unparalleled exposure, and the opportunity to stand in solidarity with a transformative movement. True brilliance lies in the details—explore the complete sponsorship package to discover the exclusive perks that await.
Meal Selection Deadline: Choose by May 7th!
Attention, all participants! The deadline to select your meal options for the event is May 7th. After this date, meal choices will be finalized, and you will not be able to select your preferred food options for lunch and dinner. If you do not make a selection by the deadline, a meal will be provided for you, but we cannot guarantee specific preferences.
Be sure to submit your choices before May 7th to enjoy a meal that fits your taste!
For sponsorship opportunities, click here!

LunART 2025 Festival: "Our Voice" Gala Chamber Music Concert
2025-05-31 19:30 - 21:00 | WYSO Center for Music, 1118 E Washington Ave, Madison, 53703
Get swept away by a whirlwind of bold, breathtaking music from an extraordinary lineup of composers: the trailblazing Rebecca Clarke, the masterful Louise Farrenc, visionary Composer-in-Residence Chen Yi, and the fresh brilliance of Sato Matsui in a highly anticipated world premiere of “La Suite Étrangère.” The spotlight also shines on rising talents—2025 Call for Scores winners Stella G. Gitelman Willoughby and Jennifer Margaret Barker—whose works bring new voices into the conversation. This electrifying program is a celebration of women’s creativity across generations—a soundscape where the past meets the present and the future takes flight.

Heritage Day
2025-06-01 08:00 - 17:00 | Mining and Rollo Jamison Museums, 405 E. Main St, Platteville, 53818, United States
Guided Mine Tours and Train Rides are available all day via paid registration while museum admission is free; advance reservations for mine tours are suggested.
Scheduled activities include the Edward Jones Firecracker 5k run-walk event at 9 a.m. (Kids’ Dash at 8:00 am), a live reading of the Declaration of Independence at 12 p.m., and live music by The Wundo Band from 12-4 p.m. Visitors can enjoy free Museum admission and a variety of free programming all day, including cricket demonstrations and pick-up games with American cricket historian and specialist Tom Melville, demonstrations of hit-and-miss engines, pedal-powered woodworking, fiber crafts, mechanical music boxes, 19th-century games, and self-guided tours of indoor galleries showcasing many new objects on display. The Platteville Music Boosters will offer family friendly food and beverages for purchase. Brats will be $3.00 and hot dogs will be $1.00. Additionally, custom ice cream flavors by Pioneer Sweets will be available in the Museum Store.

Art on the Island
2025-06-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Lakeside Park, 555 N Park Ave, Fond du lac, 54935, United States
Experience Fine Arts in Fond du Lac including paintings, pottery, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, garden art, photography, fine wood art, weaving, quilting, and much more near the shores of Lake Winnebago on Oven Island in beautiful Lakeside Park.
Watch and interact with artists while they work, view art from our scholarship winners, and bid on donated art at the Silent Auction where proceeds help fund the Fond du Lac Artists’ Association High School Art Scholarship program.
Enjoy food and music while you shop for fine art from numerous Wisconsin artists.

WPR at PrideFest Milwaukee
2025-06-05 16:00 - 23:30, 2025-06-06 15:00 - 23:30, 2025-06-07 12:00 - 23:30 | Summerfest Grounds, Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, 53202, United States
Join WPR at Pridefest Milwaukee. From Thursday, June 5th to Saturday, June 7th, stop by the WPR booth at the Vendor Marketplace where you’ll meet WPR staff and Community Ambassadors. At the WPR booth, you can learn more information, get free swag and play games! Pridefest Milwaukee is an all-ages festival with live music and performances happening at the Summerfest grounds. Learn more about tickets and Pridefest Milwaukee at https://www.pridefest.com/.

Local Author Children’s Book Fair at Caramel Crisp Corner
2025-06-07 11:00 - 15:00 | Caramel Crisp Corner, 200 City Center, Oshkosh, United States
Local Author Children’s Book Fair
Caramel Crisp Corner
Saturday, June 7th
11 am to 3 pm
200 City Center
Oshkosh 54901

Local Children’s Book Authors!
Children’s Activities!
Baby Goats!
…and More!

There is nothing more magical than reading a great book to a child! And there is something extra special about reading a book written by someone whom your child has met in person. On Saturday, June 7th, the Caramel Crisp Bookstore will be hosting a wonderful group of children’s authors from right here in the Oshkosh area at the third annual Local Children’s Author Book Fair.

What a great opportunity for your family to meet the creators of the books that they love! And what a great chance for parents to find some excellent books to keep their children immersed in reading over the summer months.

This year’s Children’s Book Fair features over 25 beloved local authors, including Bob Allen, of Walter the Wily Walleye fame and Jacqueline Paske Gill, a local teacher and library professional. Lisa Heller will be on hand with her books, A Dragon for my Birthday and Sister Wants a Unicorn, whose sales benefit the Oshkosh Children’s Museum project. The Museum project will be facilitating a “Tell Your Own Story” activity, in which children can write or draw their story with the help of adult volunteers.

Other activities include a “make your own bookmark” table with our friend Elle Binder and a petting zoo that will include baby goats provided by Becky Mills.

The lovely folks from the Oshkosh Public Library will also be there as well, kicking off their Summer Reading Program!
Visit the Local Author Children’s Author Book Event on the Caramel Crisp Facebook page for a complete list of authors and activities as the event gets closer! For more information, contact Caramel Crisp Bookstore at 920 21 4540 or information@caramelcrispcorner.com. You may also contact us via Messenger.

608 Day at Hilldale
2025-06-08 10:00 - 20:00 | Hilldale Shopping Center, 726 N Midvale Blvd, Madison, 53705, United States
Hilldale is celebrating everything great about the (608) with a daylong celebration this June 8th!
Here’s a look at what’s happening on (608) Day:
• 10:00am-8:00pm – Sidewalk and in-store sales, special deals at select retailers
o Café Hollander: Purchase a Lowlands Brewing Collaborative large “High Speed Wit” or Spicy Badger Bloody Mary for $6.08
o J. McLaughlin: Willow & Weld permanent jewelry will be popping up from 12:00pm-4pm; sip mimosas while you shop
o Kendra Scott: 6.08% off everything in-store and shop 2 for $80 select styles
o Levi’s: Free Levi’s tote with $100 purchase (while supplies last), $6.08 off any purchase over $25
o Lush Cosmetics: Create your own fun art, plus free skincare samples
o Macy’s: Free gift with any purchase of $68+ at Clinique and 15% off all Clinique products
o Paper Source: Create a Madison-inspired greeting card and shop $6 and $8 Paper Cut sidewalk deals
o Ulla Eyewear: 350 frames specially priced at $60.80, $160.80 and $260.80; pair new frames with a 3-for-1 lens offer. $6.08 of every sale benefits The River Food Pantry.
• 11:00am-6:00pm – Music with a Mission will feature live music on The Green by three different local performers, each raising money for a community organization, including non-profits like the Dane County Humane Society, Second Harvest Foodbank and Art Lit Lab.
• 12:00pm-2:00pm – Complimentary Madison-themed glitter tattoos on The Green
• 12:00pm-2:00pm – Grab a photo with our Flamingo character (or at our larger-than-life balloon creations anytime)
• 2:00pm-4:00pm – Pride Family Portraits presented by OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center (in front of the Rainbow Wall between Shake Shack and Gigi’s Cupcakes) in exchange for a donation to OutReach Madison (advance sign up recommended here).
Plus, make a statement with our giant Madison-themed magnetic poetry wall, and play outdoor lawn games on The Green along with mini-golf set-up near Café Hollander.

A Day at Taliesin 2025
2025-06-08 12:00 - 16:00 | Hillside School, 6604 Hwy 23 Trunk, Spring Green WI, 53588, United States
Immerse yourself in the world of the Taliesin estate on June 8th, 2025! Join us on Frank Lloyd Wright’s 158th birthday for a celebration of all the things that make Taliesin special.
Enjoy a wide variety of activities including an independent walking tour and scavenger hunt of the Taliesin property, free Driftless Landscape Tours, crafts and activities, entertainment in Hillside Theater, and local vendors!
Space is limited! Pre-registration is highly recommended. Book now to receive discounted tickets to our Two-Hour House Tours on June 8th!

Lakefront Festival of Art
2025-06-13 10:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Milwaukee Art Museum, 700 N. Art Museum Dr, Milwaukee, 53202
Celebrate 60 years of the Lakefront Festival of Art! A summertime tradition, the three-day event brings together established and emerging artists with festivalgoers of all ages at the Milwaukee Art Museum’s lakeside campus.
With 30 more artist booths this year, there’s even more to explore and enjoy. Discover and purchase one-of-a-kind art from 145 jury-selected artists from across the country and Wisconsin; enjoy live performances by local acts; dine on delicious food; relax in the wine and beer gardens; and try your hand at fun art projects.
Festival admission includes access to the Museum—stop in to explore the galleries and join a drop-in tour.

As American as Apple Pie - PECB Burlington Concert
2025-06-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Echo Veterans Memorial Park, 589 Milwaukee Avenue, Burlington, 53105, United States
The Palmyra-Eagle Community Band will be offering a summer concert series called “As American as Apple Pie” at parks and concert venues in southeastern Wisconsin.
Our first concert is on Friday, June 13, 7-8:30 pm at Echo Veterans Memorial Park.
The concert will feature familiar songs from the movies, television, and the theater, as well as patriotic favorites. Audiences will recognize and enjoy selections from this extensive playlist:
The Phantom of the Opera
Mary Poppins
Theme Songs from Comedy Classics of the 60s
Musical Memories from World War II
The Music Man
Mamma Mia!
Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
The Blues Brothers
Hits from Henry Mancini
Stars & Stripes Forever
Carnival of Venice
Wicked
A concert highlight will feature local Mukwonago violinist Andy Tanel performing “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” with the entire band.
The concert is FREE and open to the public!

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th Chamber Music Festival :FIRE FROM HEAVEN
2025-06-13 19:30 - 20:30 | Hamel Music Center, 740 University Avenue, Madison
Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th summer chamber music festival, FIRE FROM HEAVEN, June 6-22, 2025, featuring nine different concerts over three weekends. “GREGORIAN CHANT”, our Incendiary Artist Spotlight, brings us violist Ara Gregorian. Ara will bring to life Rebecca Clarke’s stormy Viola Sonata, as well as Schumann’s Adagio and Allegro. This one-hour concert includes a talk back with the BDDS founders and a free reception for all in the lobby.
https://tinyurl.com/BDDS2025 $47-$53
single tickets $10 students $123. Series for three concert

Artspire La Crosse 2025
2025-06-14 10:00 - 19:00 | Riverside Park, 100 State St, La Crosse, Wisconsin, 54601, United States
Artspire is an all-inclusive, free community art event that attracts, engages and connects our diverse community through meaningful arts experiences, including visual, interactive, performing, literary arts and dance. Produced and funded by the Pump House Regional Arts Center, sponsors and donors like you!
FREE TO ALL. NO TICKETS OR BUTTONS NEEDED.

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th Chamber Music Festival : FIRE FROM HEAVEN
2025-06-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Hamel Music Center, 740 University Avenue, Madison
Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society ( BDDS) presents its 34th summer chamber music festival :FIRE FROM HEAVEN, June 6-22, 2025, featuring nine different concerts over three weekends. “THE ETERNAL FLAME” pays tribute to the enduring power of the human spirit with Johannes Brahms’ Ein deutsches Requiem. BDDS musicians join with the Madison Choral Project in a luminous chamber arrangement of this masterpiece.
HTTPS://tinyurl.com/BDDS2025
$47-$53 single tickets $10 students $123 series for three concerts

Father's Day Fly-In
2025-06-15 09:00 - 10:30 | Palmyra Municipal Airport, Palmyra, 53156, United States
The Palmyra Flying Club has been around since 1947, and it’s been hosting Drive-in, Fly-in Father’s Day Breakfasts since 1949. The Palmyra-Eagle Community Band (PECB) has been part of the tradition since 2005.
PECB presents a variety of music from Americana including marches, show tunes, polkas, Dixieland, Broadway, Rock ‘n Roll and much more. Join bandmaster James (Jim) Neist Sr. for a fun filled morning of entertainment. What can be better than to enjoy the music, watch the planes come in, enjoy the car show and enjoy a pancake breakfast! And the concert is FREE!!

Bach Dancing & Dynamite presents its 34th Chamber Music Festival : FIRE FROM HEAVEN
2025-06-15 14:30 - 16:30 | Hamel Music Center, 740 University Avenue, Madison
Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th summer chamber music festival :FIRE FROM HEAVEN, June 6-22, 2025, featuring nine different concerts over three weekends. “WHERE THERE’S SMOKE THERE’S FIRE” includes Mason Bates’ The Life of Birds for flute, clarinet , violin and cellos , Elgar’s E minor Violin Sonata, Rebecca Clarke’s Prelude, Allegro, and Pastorale , finishing with Beethoven’s Gassenhauer Trio in B Flat Major.
https://tinyurl.com/BDDS2025
$47-$53 single tickets $10 students. $123 series of three concerts

Cable UCC Annual Country Store & Luncheon
2025-06-20 09:00 - 13:00 | Cable United Church of Christ, 13445 County Highway M, Cable, 54821
The public is invited to attend the annual Country Store and Luncheon at Cable United Church of Christ on Friday, June 20, 2025. The salad bar luncheon will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall with a $15 fee. This will include bread, dessert, and a beverage. Take-outs will be available. The Women’s Fellowship country store will feature a sale of homemade jam and baked goods. The Cable UCC 2nd Chapter Thrift Shop/yard sale will be open for visitors to shop from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Some of the funds raised at this event will be donated to support community organizations. Cable UCC is located at 13445 County Highway M in downtown Cable. For more information, please phone the church at (715) 798-3066.

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th Chamber Music Festival: FIRE FROM HEAVEN
2025-06-20 19:30 - 20:30 | Hamel Music Center, 740 University Avenue, Madison
Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th summer chamber music festival :FIRE FROM HEAVEN, featuring nine different concerts over three weekends. Our artist spotlight “SMOKE AND MIRRORS” we welcome our amazing co-founders Jeffrey Sykes, piano and Stephanie Jutt, flute and piccolo ! Enjoy this lively hour of music followed by a free reception or all in the lobby.
https://tinyurl.com/BDDS2025
$47-$53 single tickets $10 students. $123 series for three concerts

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th Chamber Music Festival : FIRE FROM HEAVEN
2025-06-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Hamel Music Center, 740 University Avenue, Madison
Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th summer chamber music festival: FIRE FROM HEAVEN, June 6-22, 2025, featuring nine different concerts over three weekends. “GREAT BALLS OF FIRE” is filled with high voltage energy including Henriëtte Bosmans’ Impressions, Paul Wiancko’s Cities of Air , and Moszkowski’s Suite for two violins and piano . After intermission the stage fills with the Houston Accordion Orchestra led by Stas Venglevski a BDDS fan favorite.
https://tinyurl.com/BDDS
$47-$53 single tickets $10 students $123. Series for three concerts

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th Chamber Music Festival: FIRE FROM HEAVEN
2025-06-22 14:30 - 16:30 | Hamel Music Center, 740 University Avenue, Madison
Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society presents its 34th summer chamber music festival :FIRE FROM HEAVEN, June 6-22, 2025, featuring nine different programs over three weekends. “SPARKS OF GLORY” begins with Mozart’s elegant Piano Concerto no.13 in C Major, followed by Viaje by Zhou Tian. We conclude our three week festival with the towering Brahms Piano Quintet. Op. 34.
https://tinyurl.com/BDDS2025
$47-$53 single tickets $10 students $123. Series of three concerts

Sile Shigley to co-emcee Blue Ox Music Festival
2025-06-26 00:00 - 2025-06-28 23:59 | Pines Music Park, 5024 Crescent Ave, Eau Claire, Wisconsin, 54701
Wisconsin Public Radio is teaming up with Blue Ox Music Festival this year, and Simply Folk’s host Sile Shigley will co-emcee the music festival with bass player from Pert Near Sandstone, Justin Bruhn.
WPR will have an interactive booth where you can talk with music hosts, local staff, play engaging games, and collect some WPR swag. Blue Ox Music Festival is a three-day bluegrass festival held at Pines Music Park in Eau Claire, WI, and will run from Thursday, June 26, through Saturday, June 28th.
Additional information about the Blue Ox Music Festival can be found here.

Sounds Classical with WPR at Summerfest
2025-06-26 14:00 - 19:00 | Summerfest Grounds, Henry W. Maier Festival Park, 200 N. Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, 53202, United States
WPR is bringing classical music to Summerfest with “Sounds Classical.” Come by the Northwestern Mutual Community Park on June 26 and 27 to see three different classical music groups perform. Starting at 2 p.m. on each day, you can hear classical music at the top of every other hour until 7 p.m. To learn more information, check out https://www.summerfest.com/lineup.
June 26

2 p.m. – Tuppence Duo featuring Heidi and Heather Baker on the violin and viola.
4 p.m. – Malik Johnson on the cello.
6 p.m. – Charlie Rasmussen and Patrick Terry on the viola da gamba and countertenor.

June 27

2 p.m. – Tuppence Duo featuring Heidi and Heather Baker on the violin and viola.
4 p.m. – Marcya McReynolds and Nathan Pflughoeft on the vocals and guitar.
6 p.m. – Charlie Rasmussen and Patrick Terry on the viola da gamba and countertenor.

Annual Pie and Ice Cream Social
2025-06-26 16:00 - 19:00 | Saving Grace Lutheran Church – Eau Claire, 3735 Jeffers Road, Eau Claire, United States
Annual Pie and Ice Cream Social, Thursday, June 26th, 2025, 4-7 pm at Saving Grace Lutheran Church, 3735 Jeffers Road in Eau Claire. Delicious food: BBQ Plate $8; Hot Dog Plate $7. Meals include beans, chips, pickle, ice cream, pie and beverage. Pie, ice cream and a beverage for only $5. Take outs available. 715-514-3552 office@Saving-gracechurch.com

21st Annual Shorewood Criterium Classic
2025-06-27 11:00 - 20:15 | Shorewood Business District, 4400 N. Oakland Avenue, Shorewood, WI, 53211, United States
Shorewood will return to playing host for a day to the largest cycling event in the country, the 21st Annual Shorewood Criterium Classic on Friday, June 27th, 2025! The Tour of America’s Dairyland features 11 days of competitive racing around Wisconsin and brings in riders from amateurs to professionals. In addition, our local event includes kids races (littles, middles and tweens) and more fun at the Kensington Square block party!
