Celebrate St. Patricks Day in Madison, WI

Posted on: March 16th, 2012 by jenmatt No Comments

The 15th Annual

 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

Saturday, March 17, 2012
1:30 p.m.
Capitol Square, Madison, WI

Schedule of Events:

Music, Dance and a Family celebration
At the 15th Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade
Benefits UW Carbone Cancer Center and Coaches vs Cancer

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Saturday, March 17th, 2012
10:00 7th Annual Shamrock Shuffle – Overture Center
Noon The Dane County Shamrock Club will raise the flag of Ireland in the Capitol Rotunda, an annual tradition.
1:00 The Parade Committee will be hosting traditional Irish contests such as “Most Freckles” and “Largest Clan” on the corner of Wisconsin & Mifflin
1:30 St Patrick’s Day Parade Begins – Capitol Square
3:00 St Pat’s Eve (Celtic Cultural Center of Madison)
Brink Lounge, 701 E. Washington Ave
6:00 Budweiser’s 9th Annual St. Patty’s Pub Crawl
Begin at and follow along:
6:00 PM Stadium Bar – 1419 Monroe St.

Wisconsin Spring Is In The Air!

Posted on: March 15th, 2012 by jenmatt No Comments

Typical Last Spring Frost’s in Wisconsin

Color Key to Typical Dates of Last Spring Frost

Zone Typical Dates*
April 26 – May 2
May 3 – 9
May 10 – 16
May 17 – 23
May 24 – 30
May 30 – June 6



Map provided courtesy of Wisconline® www.wisconline.com. Used by permission.

 

Bindley Collection 9th Annual Holiday Showcase

Posted on: December 23rd, 2011 by jenmatt No Comments

Need a unique last minute gift? No problem! 110 Midwest artists present unique affordable gifts of wood, ceramics, glass, leather, wearable fiber, and sculpture, paintings and prints for family, friends and home.

The event will be held at Bindley Collection Gallery located at 6771 University Ave., Middleton, WI 53562

This Madison event runs through December 24, 2011 from Friday 10am-5pm; Sat 10am-5pm.  Come out and support your local Madison artists!

 

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A Fireside Christmas 2011

Posted on: December 16th, 2011 by jenmatt No Comments

The number one choice for Christmas entertainment for hundreds of people around the nation is right here in Madison!

 A Fireside Christmas resumes its long history of beautiful singing, breath-taking dancing, gorgeous costumes, rib-tickling fun, and a spiritual commitment to the real meaning of the holiday. It was also named one of the country’s finest attractions by the National Bus Association.

This local Madison event takes place at the Fireside Dinner Theater on Business Hwy 26 South. Matinee’s start at 10:30 and evening shows at 5:15 with a 2:30 mid day show on the weekend.

Come out with your family and friends soon as the last day for this event is December 22nd!

 

 

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Beauty and the Beast at the Overture Center for the Arts!

Posted on: December 9th, 2011 by jenmatt No Comments

Mrs. Pott’s said it best when she describes this love story as a “tale as old as time!” Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to Madison!

Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song.

Experience the romance and enchantment at the Overture Center for the Arts   December 6th – 11th at 7:30 pm.  The Center is located at 201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703.

 

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