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  • September Writing Challenge at Manitowoc Public Library

    Manitowoc Public Library 707 Quay Street, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States

    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, United States

    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
  • Linocut Relief Printing Workshop

    Pump House Regional Arts Center 119 King St, La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States

    In this five-week course, Led by Shoua Yang, a local professional printmaker, students will learn to carve from a linoleum board producing their very own linocuts and having the opportunity to print the old fashion way with a tortilla press. Students will come up with their own design, learn to transfer the design, carve on […]

    $95
  • China Lights: Magical Forest

    China Lights: Magical Forest

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Dr, Hales Corners, Wisconsin, United States

    With more than 40 sets of larger-than-life lantern displays, Boerner Botanical Garden in Whitnall Park will be transformed into a magical forest for this 2025 season! Complimentary live stage entertainment is included in the admission daily. The performance hours are 6:30pm, 7:30pm, and 9:00pm. Each show lasts for about 30 minutes. Stage performance might be […]

    $31.88
  • Week Without Driving Community Discussion — Sun Prairie

    Sun Prairie City Hall – 1st Floor Community Room 300 E. Main St., Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, United States

    The City of Sun Prairie, in partnership with the Greater Madison Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), Capital Area Regional Planning Commission (CARPC), Sun Prairie Action Resource Coalition, Dane Alliance for Rational Transportation, Sun Prairie Area School District, and AARP Wisconsin, is hosting a Community Discussion as part of the Week Without Driving. The event will bring […]

    Free
  • Teen Shelf Care Boxes at Manitowoc Public Library

    Manitowoc Public Library 707 Quay Street, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States

    Ready to explore the shelves? Teens between the ages of 11-18 are invited to sign up for our new Shelf Care boxes from Wednesday, October 1 through Wednesday, October 15! These boxes will take you on an adventure through the Manitowoc Public Library YA stacks, introduce you to authors—both popular and unfamiliar—and maybe we’ll even […]

    Participation is Free!
  • Noon Hour Philosophers

    Noon Hour Philosophers

    First English Lutheran Church 326 E. North St., Appleton, Wisconsin, United States

    Noon Hour Philosophers – 2025 Fall Schedule Fascinating speakers on diverse subjects of community interest, free and open to the public Meets at First English Lutheran Church 326 E. North St. (corner of Drew St.) Parking Lot Entrance 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. Guests always welcome, bring a friend Check our Facebook page for cancellations […]

    Free
  • Lunchtime Art Talk on “The Martyrdom of St. Sebastian”

    Haggerty Museum of Art 1234 W Tory Hill St, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

    Presented by Dr. Kirk Nickel, Curator of European Art Depictions of St. Sebastian have a reputation for being a bit sexy, and Jean-Simon Berthélemy’s painting of the Roman soldier’s martyrdom is no exception. This makes the picture an ideal centerpiece for the Haggerty’s fall exhibition “Capture the Senses: Attraction and Horror in Early Modern Art.” […]

    FREE
  • China Lights: Magical Forest

    China Lights: Magical Forest

    Boerner Botanical Gardens 9400 Boerner Dr, Hales Corners, Wisconsin, United States

    With more than 40 sets of larger-than-life lantern displays, Boerner Botanical Garden in Whitnall Park will be transformed into a magical forest for this 2025 season! Complimentary live stage entertainment is included in the admission daily. The performance hours are 6:30pm, 7:30pm, and 9:00pm. Each show lasts for about 30 minutes. Stage performance might be […]

    $31.88
  • Drop-In Chess Club @ MPL

    Manitowoc Public Library 707 Quay Street, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, United States

    Want to improve your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Make a smart move and join us for Drop-In Chess Club at Manitowoc Public Library’s Second Floor Balkansky Community Room from 6-7:30 PM on Wednesday, October 1! The game of chess offers many brainy benefits—and it’s just fun! Those of all abilities and […]

    Admission is Free!
  • Anytime Anywhere Meditation Course

    Anytime Anywhere Meditation Course

    Tergar Meditation Community of Madison 301 S. Blount St, Madison, WI, United States

    Join Tergar Madison for a 5-week hybrid workshop designed to make meditation enriching and accessible from anywhere. This program will guide you through the essential topics of awareness, compassion, and wisdom, blending traditional teachings with modern insights. The workshop will be led by Scott Anderson, an experienced meditator and teacher who combines his expertise in […]

    $25 – $75