City Calendar of Events
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Month: May, 2012
| Rhapsody In Bloom Benefit Ticket Sale (City Events) |
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4/2/2012 - 6/16/2012, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Location: |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue
Madison, WI 53704 |
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All |
| Contact: |
608-246-4550 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Tickets to Rhapsody in Bloom, Madison's largest garden party, go on sale to the public starting April 2. Rhapsody in Bloom, on Saturday, June 16, features hors d' oeuvres among the flowers and dinner in the outdoor gardens. You'll also have the chance to bid on a variety of plants and container gardens. Olbrich Botanical Gardens will be closed to the public all day on June 16 to prepare for Rhapsody in Bloom. For ticket and reservation information call 608-246-5616. |
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| Bolz Conservatory Exhibit- Light Gaps (City Events) |
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4/7/2012 - 7/15/2012, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Mon.-Sat.; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun. |
| Location: |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue
Madison, WI 53704 |
| Cost: |
$2 general public; free children 5 and under |
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All |
| Contact: |
608-246-4550 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The trees are trimmed and the bushes were pruned during maintenance in the Bolz Conservatory-now it's time to see the light in the forest! Learn about how plants develop and change in the forest as light fluctuates. With more than 650 plants in the Bolz Conservatory, the tropical plants compete for every sunbeam that radiates through the glass pyramid. When a gap in the forest canopy is created, new growth develops at an exceptional rate. |
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| Ongoing Art Exhibit- The Last Polaroid (City Events) |
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4/8/2012 - 6/24/2012, Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Location: |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue
Madison, WI 53704 |
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Free |
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All |
| Contact: |
608-246-4550 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
Description: With their remaining sheets of the now extinct SX-70 Polaroid film, Minnesota artists Mark Roberts and Denise Rouleau captured the flora and architecture of Como Park's Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. The resulting photographs are surreal and impressionistic images - created by the film dyes being manipulated before they harden, much like a painter does to wet paint. The exhibit is free and open to the public on Sundays from 11 am to 5 pm.
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| Olbrichs Load-Your-Own Leaf Mulch Sale (City Events) |
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4/14/2012 - 8/30/2012, 4/14: 12 - 4 p.m.; Every day after: 10 am-4 pm |
| Location: |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue
Madison, WI 53704 |
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All |
| Contact: |
608-246-4550 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Olbrich's bagged Leaf Mulch Sale continues! Olbrich's environmentally friendly leaf mulch also helps control weeds, holds in water, and looks great. Bagged leaf mulch will be available at the Gardens from 10 am to 4 pm every day of the week, while supplies last. Only bagged leaf mulch will be available. Pay for leaf mulch in the lobby, then drive around to the parking lot to load your own bags. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
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5/2/2012 - 5/2/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: City of Madison voters may vote absentee in the City Clerk's Office until 7 p.m. |
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| Deadline to request absentee ballots by mail (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/3/2012 - 5/3/2012, 5 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office
210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103
Madison WI 53703 |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Absentee ballot requests for ballots to be sent via mail for the May 8 election must be received in the City Clerk's Office no later than 5 p.m. the Thursday before the election. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
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5/3/2012 - 5/3/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: City of Madison voters may vote absentee in the City Clerk's Office until 7 p.m. |
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| Introducing the Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin (Seniors) |
| Date: |
5/3/2012 - 5/3/2012, 10-11 am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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No charge. |
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All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Learn what they can do for you and receive a general overview of prior authorizations for prescription drugs on Thursday, May 3 from 10 – 11. UW students will explain the services of the Alliance and share true stories about the negative effects of prior authorizations. Find out how to contact your legislators on these important topics. No charge, but call 266-6581 to register. |
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| Olin-Turville Park May Concert Series (City Events) |
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5/3/2012 - 5/3/2012, 6 - 8 p.m. |
| Location: |
Olin Park Pavillion |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
http://www.olin-turville.org/home |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
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Brought to you by Madison Parks in partnership with Friends of Olin-Turville (FOOT) and the Madison Police Department |
| Description: Navan: traditional Celtic vocals |
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| Absentee Voting Ends in Clerk's Office (Elections) |
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5/4/2012 - 5/4/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Absentee voting in the Clerk's Office ends at the close of business the Friday before the election, according to State Statute. The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. this Friday. |
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| An Artful Affair: Gallery Night (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/4/2012 - 5/4/2012, 5 pm - 8 pm |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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| Cost: |
No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
Description: The annual senior art show, An Artful Affair, features artworks in watercolor, pastels, oils, ink/pencil, chalk, acrylics, and mixed media that are created by talented Dane County artists 55 years plus. Works are judged, and cash prizes and awards are announced at the opening night celebration. Refreshments will be served.
Select works of art will be for sale. Open from 8:30 am – 4:00 pm, M – F, through June 1. |
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| Deadline for indefinitely confined voters to request absentee ballots (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/4/2012 - 5/4/2012, 5 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office
210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103
Madison WI 53703 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Absentee ballot requests for indefinitely confined voters must be received in the Clerk's Office no later than 5 p.m. the Friday before an election in order for the voter to be issued an absentee ballot for that election. |
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| Deadline for military voters to request absentee ballots (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/4/2012 - 5/4/2012, 5 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office
210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103
Madison WI 53703 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Absentee ballot requests for military voters wishing to vote in the May 8 election must be received in the City Clerk's Office no later than 5 p.m. the Friday before the election. |
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| Bulk Mulch Sale (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/5/2012 - 5/5/2012, 9 a.m - 1 p.m. |
| Location: |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue
Madison, WI 53704 |
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All |
| Contact: |
608-246-4550 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
Description: Buy in bulk and save money during Olbrich's Bulk Leaf Mulch Sales! Olbrich's environmentally friendly leaf mulch also helps control weeds, holds in water, and looks great. Bulk mulch is loose and loaded with a tractor. Bring your own truck or trailer and Olbrich will load bulk scoops for you.
Bulk scoops-$40 each + tax (A bulk scoop is equal to about 8-10 bags of mulch, and covers approximately 350 square feet at a depth of 2-3 inches)
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| May "Woods Walks" (City Events) |
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5/5/2012 - 5/5/2012, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Location: |
Turville Woods: Olin Ave. parking lot |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
http://www.olin-turville.org/home |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
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Brought to you by Madison Parks in partnership with Friends of Olin-Turville (FOOT) and the Madison Police Department |
| Description: See the Trees: ISA certified arborist Sean Gere leads a tree ID hike |
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| Antique and Collectible Appraisal Fair (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/6/2012 - 5/6/2012, 11 am - 3 pm |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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| Cost: |
$10 per item/ 3 for $25 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
Description: Bring your items to the Appraisal Fair on Sunday, May 6. Choose up to three items, register for a specific time slot and visit with an appraiser. 1 – 2 items for $10 each, 3 items for $25, cash or check. No firearms or similar items. Food and refreshments will be available.
3 appraisers: Shirley Bauman of Heirloom Appraisals is a Generalist/Fine Arts; Lisa Bodi is a Specialist in Jewelry; Joyce Hellenbrand, owner of Joys and Trifles, is a Generalist (emphasizes china and glassware).
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| Cherokee Marsh Wildflower Walk (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/6/2012 - 5/6/2012, 1:00 - 3:00 PM |
| Location: |
Cherokee Marsh, 6098 N. Sherman Ave |
| Cost: |
free |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
608-266-4711 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
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Sponsored by the Friends of Cherokee Marsh. |
| Description: Enjoy wildflowers and other signs of spring on a naturalist-led walk in Cherokee Marsh. Meet in the main parking lot at Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park North Unit, 6098 N. Sherman Ave. |
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| Email and Internet Class (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/7/2012 - 5/7/2012, 9:30 - 11:30 |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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| Cost: |
$20 for 3 weeks. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Learn more about the Internet and email. Find out about the basics of email and how to send things to others. Review how to use search engines and look for information on safe sites. Join instructor Amy Moschkau on Mondays, May 7, 14, and 21. $20 fee. Call 266-6581 to reserve your space. |
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| Voter Education Ambassador Training (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/7/2012 - 5/7/2012, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103-A |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601. |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Become deputized to register voters and trained to educate others about the voting process, absentee voting, and recent changes to state election law. |
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| American Family Choir (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/8/2012 - 5/8/2012, 2-3 pm |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: You won’t want to miss this great choir concert on Tuesday, May 8 at 2 pm. The American Family Insurance Choir, established in 1997, has performed for thousands of people and they have sung the National Anthem at several Brewer games. |
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| Book Bites with Author Margaret George (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/8/2012 - 5/8/2012, 1-2 pm |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
Description: In "Elizabeth I," well-known historical novelist Margaret George tackles her most difficult subject yet: the legendary Elizabeth Tudor, queen of enigma. England's greatest monarch has intrigued the world for centuries. But what was she really like? Her private drama behind the scenes, adds an extra dimension to the story.
Elizabeth I has been critically acclaimed and was on the New York Times’ bestseller list. Call 266-6581.
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| Community Budget Conversation (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/8/2012 - 5/8/2012, 7-9pm |
| Location: |
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
5701 Raymond Road |
| Cost: |
Free |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Karl Van Lith
Organization Development & Training
kvanlith@cityofmadison.com
(608) 266-9037 |
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Informational Link |
Description: Please join your neighbors, city staff,
Mayor Soglin & alders to help develop the city's 2013 budget. In these challenging times, citizen involvement is more important than ever. We invite you to participate both in person & online at www.cityofmadison.com/budgetprocess |
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| Peace of Mind Seminar (Seniors) |
| Date: |
5/8/2012 - 5/8/2012, 10-11:30am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 West Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703 |
| Cost: |
No Charge |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
608-267-8650 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Senior Planning Solutions is a needs-based service that answers your questions about planning for the future. Do you have questions about Medical Assistance, Life/Linked Benefits, Power of Attorney and Strategies for Protecting Inheritance Dollars? Join Steve Bright from Mennenga Tax & Financial on Tuesday, May 8 from 10 – 11:30 am for answers on these topics and more. No charge, but call 266-6581 to save your spot. |
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| Special Election (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/8/2012 - 5/8/2012, 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Location: |
City of Madison polling places, www.cityofmadison.com/WhereDoIVote |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Polling places open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m. Everyone in line at 8 p.m. gets to vote. |
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| Celebrate Young Essay Readers with an Ice Cream Social (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/9/2012 - 5/9/2012, 3-4:30 pm |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
Description: Hear students from 8 Madison School District middle schools read winning essays on: “My Best Older Friend” or “My Grandparents.” Hosted locally by the Senior Center and the four Coalitions of Older Adults.
Listen to the sincere reflections of these young people and join in the social time featuring ice cream sundaes. Look for parents, Mayor Paul Soglin (invited), and James Howard, MMSD School Board President, at the event. Register at 266-6581.
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| Self-Defense for Women (City Events) |
| Status: Cancelled |
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5/9/2012 - 5/9/2012, 10-11:30 am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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$10. |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Join Certified Instructor, Dick Thompson, 8th Degree Black Belt to learn how to be aware of life threatening situations, and how to avoid them. Experience simulated situations and learn to defend yourself and how to break away. Call 266-6581 to reserve your space. |
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| Slips, Trips, and Falls (City Events) |
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5/9/2012 - 5/9/2012, 10-11 am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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No charge. |
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All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Learn to assess your home and prevent the risk of adverse drug effects. The program is part of the Safe and Healthy Aging Initiative. The goal is to reduce the rate and number of adverse drug events and falls of older adults in Dane County by 15% by 2015. Join Austin Krecji from the American Red Cross Wednesday, May 9 to learn all about it. Call 266-6581 to register. |
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| Voter Education Ambassador Training (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/9/2012 - 5/9/2012, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Become deputized to register voters and trained to educate others about the voting process, absentee voting, and recent changes to state election law. |
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| Estate Planning: Tax Law Changes (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/10/2012 - 5/10/2012, 10-11 am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Make sure your estate goes to the people you love. Learn about the major tax law changes for 2012, what will happen with and without a Family Wealth Trust, and how to protect your loves ones' inheritance from the law firm of Krueger & Hernandez SC. Join Attorney Dera Johnson-Tracy. Hand-outs provided. Call 266-6581 to register. |
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| Olin-Turville Park May Concert Series (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/10/2012 - 5/10/2012, 6 - 8 p.m. |
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Olin Park Pavilion: 1156 Olin-Turville Court |
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free |
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All |
| Contact: |
http://www.olin-turville.org/home |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
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Brought to you by Madison Parks in partnership with Friends of Olin-Turville (FOOT) and the Madison Police Department |
| Description: Frankie Lee/Richard Wiegel Quartet - eclectic blues/rock |
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| Voter Education Ambassador Training (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/10/2012 - 5/10/2012, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103-A |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Become deputized to register voters and trained to educate others about the voting process, absentee voting, and recent changes to state election law. |
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| Olbrich's Plant Sale with the Pros (City Events) |
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5/11/2012 - 5/12/2012, 5/11: 11 am- 6 pm; 5/12: 9 am - 3 pm |
| Location: |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue
Madison, WI 53704 |
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All |
| Contact: |
608-246-4550 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Get great plants and expert advice from area professionals at Olbrich's Plant Sale with the Pros. Olbrich's Plant Sale with the Pros features everything from annuals and perennials to ornamental grasses and shrubs. Find the newest, hardiest, disease-resistant cultivars on the market. Local gardening experts, master gardeners, and Olbrich's horticulturists will be available to answer questions. Proceeds from the sale benefit Olbrich Botanical Gardens. |
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| Simple Silk Scarf Dyeing (City Events) |
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5/11/2012 - 5/11/2012, 1-3 pm |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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$25. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Make something special for Mother’s Day. Bring your mother, daughter, granddaughter or friend. Create a colorful silk scarf using a microwave oven. Make one scarf in this class. No art background necessary, open to all ages. Bring an apron, rubber gloves, an old towel and your imagination for some creative fun with instructor Nancy Welch. Call 266-6581 to register. |
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| Voter Education Ambassador Training (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/11/2012 - 5/11/2012, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Become deputized to register voters and trained to educate others about the voting process, absentee voting, and recent changes to state election law. |
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| Wisconsin Bat Festival (City Events) |
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5/12/2012 - 5/12/2012, 9a.m. - 4p.m. |
| Location: |
Warner Park Community Recreation Center, 1625 Northport Drive |
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$10 adult/children free with paying adult |
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All |
| Contact: |
608-245-3690 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Live bat programs, children's activities, exhibits and much more! |
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| May Woods Walk (City Events) |
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5/13/2012 - 5/13/2012, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Location: |
Turville Woods: Olin Ave. parking lot |
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All |
| Contact: |
http://www.olin-turville.org/home |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
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Brought to you by Madison Parks in partnership with Friends of Olin-Turville (FOOT) and the Madison Police Department |
| Description: Mother's Day Flowers Feathers: guided wildflower and bird walk |
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| Mother's Day Concert: New Horizons Concert Band (City Events) |
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5/13/2012 - 5/13/2012, 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Location: |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue
Madison, WI 53704 |
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Suggested $1 donation. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
608-246-4550 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Bring your mother to Olbrich to stroll through the spring blooms in the Wildflower Garden, Rock Garden, Meadow Garden, and tulip beds. Enjoy a concert in the Evjue Commons by the New Horizons Concert Band. Suggested $1 donation. |
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| Madison Parks Watch (City Events) |
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5/14/2012 - 5/14/2012, 6:30p.m. |
| Location: |
Goodman Maintenance Facility, 1402 Wingra Creek Pkwy |
| Cost: |
free |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
608-266-4711 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: To better protect our community’s beautiful park system, in 2008 Madison Parks and Madison Police launched a Parks Watch initiative. Neighbors joined together to learned how to organize a watch program, what to watch for and how to communicate their concerns to the city officials. |
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| Parks Watch Training (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/14/2012 - 5/14/2012, 6:30p.m. |
| Location: |
Goodman Maintenance Facility, 1402 Wingra Creek Pkwy |
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free |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
608-266-4711 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Neighbors joined together to learned how to organize a watch program, what to watch for and how to communicate their concerns to the city officials. Anyone who is interested in starting a Parks Watch program in their park or is just looking for more information should plan to attend. |
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| Voter Education Ambassador Training (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/14/2012 - 5/14/2012, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Become deputized to register voters and trained to educate others about the voting process, absentee voting, and recent changes to state election law. |
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| Voter Education Ambassador Training (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/15/2012 - 5/15/2012, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103-A |
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All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Become deputized to register voters and trained to educate others about the voting process, absentee voting, and recent changes to state election law. |
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| E-Books from your Library (Seniors) |
| Date: |
5/16/2012 - 5/16/2012, 10-11 am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Join Gregg Drexler from the Madison Public Library on Wednesday, May 16 at 10 am to learn the ins and outs of Overdrive (MPLs Ebook Service) for your Kindle, Nook, and Ipad or Iphone. Learn how to check out & transfer free electronic books to your E-reader with this demonstration. Call 266-6581 to reserve your space. |
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| Explore Madison's Wildside (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/16/2012 - 5/16/2012, 6:30p.m. |
| Location: |
Sandburg Woods, 2902 Independence Lane |
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free |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
608-266-4711 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Madison Parks is hosting free monthly tours of Madison Conservation Parks. Explore Sandburg Woods with its rich diversity of oak woodland wild flowers. |
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| Know Your Rights: Tenants and Landlords, too (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/17/2012 - 5/17/2012, 10-11 am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Join Executive Director Brenda Konkel of the Tenant Resource Center to learn about the new laws that affect the rights and responsibilities of both the tenant and the landlord. Plan to attend the presentation on Thursday, May 17 to learn more. Call 266-6581 to register. |
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| Long Term Care: Is it Right for you? (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/17/2012 - 5/17/2012, 10-11 am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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| Cost: |
No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Are you concerned about the high cost of long term care expenses? Do you think you can self insure but are not certain? Have you avoided the unpleasant experience of buying insurance? US Bancorp Insurance LLC invites you to a presentation on Thursday, May 17 to discuss how affluent investors are addressing this issue. Call 266-6581 to register. |
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| Olin Turville Park May Concert Series (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/17/2012 - 5/17/2012, 6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. |
| Location: |
Olin Park Pavilion, 1156 Olin Turville Court |
| Cost: |
free |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
http://www.olin-turville.org/home |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
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Sponsored by the Friends of Olin Turville (FOOT), Madison Police Dept and Madison Parks. |
Description: Free Family event.
Peter and Lou Berryman - witty folk duo |
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| Bulk Mulch Sale (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/19/2012 - 5/19/2012, 9 a.m - 1 p.m. |
| Location: |
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Avenue
Madison, WI 53704
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| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
608-246-4550 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
Description: Buy in bulk and save money during Olbrich's Bulk Leaf Mulch Sales! Olbrich's environmentally friendly leaf mulch also helps control weeds, holds in water, and looks great. Bulk mulch is loose and loaded with a tractor. Bring your own truck or trailer and Olbrich will load bulk scoops for you.
Bulk scoops-$40 each + tax (A bulk scoop is equal to about 8-10 bags of mulch, and covers approximately 350 square feet at a depth of 2-3 inches)
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| May "Woods Walks" (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/19/2012 - 5/19/2012, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Location: |
Turville Woods: Olin Ave. parking lot |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
http://www.olin-turville.org/home |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| More: |
Brought to you by Madison Parks in partnership with Friends of Olin-Turville (FOOT) and the Madison Police Department |
| Description: What Happened Here???: park tour led by Olin-Turville amateur historian Ron Shutvet |
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| Rubber Ducky River Race (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/19/2012 - 5/19/2012, Noon - 2p.m. |
| Location: |
Tenney Park, 402 N. Thornton Ave. |
| Cost: |
$2/Duck or $10/6 ducks |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Call 266-4711 for more details. |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Madison Mallards Baseball Team, Madison Parks, and the Madison Parks Foundation are teaming up to host the Rubber Ducky River Race at Tenney Park on the Yahara River. The fun-filled event will be on May 19 from noon- 2 pm and all proceeds of the event will benefit the Goodman Pool scholarship fund. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/21/2012 - 5/21/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| In-Person Absentee Voting Begins in City Clerk's Office (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/21/2012 - 5/21/2012, 8:00 a.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103, Madison, WI |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Absentee voting in the City Clerk's Office begins Monday, May 21, and ends Friday, June 1. |
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| Public Test of Election Equipment (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/21/2012 - 5/24/2012, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., 2-4 p.m. |
| Location: |
Village on Park, 2300 S. Park Street |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Election Officials will test the electronic equipment to be used for the June 5 election, to ensure that the equipment accurately tabulates the votes. |
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| Bhutanese Students/Culture (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/22/2012 - 5/22/2012, 6-8pm |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 West Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703 |
| Cost: |
No Charge |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
608-267-8650 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Learn about incoming Bhutanese refugees and their culture with Literacy Network ESL instructor Gregg Williard. Space is limited. Contact Literacy Network at (608) 244-3911 or volunteer@litnetwork.org to register or ask questions. Tuesday, May 22, 6-8 pm at Senior Center. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/22/2012 - 5/22/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| Mobile Technology 101 (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/22/2012 - 5/22/2012, 10-11 am |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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| Cost: |
No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Pat Guttenberg
Program Coordinator
608-266-6581
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| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Dave Irvine from the University Avenue AT&T store will offer tips to make you more comfortable with your cell phone. Explore the world of mobile technology and learn Common Tech Terms and about different devices. Bring your mobile phones, regardless of which wireless carrier you currently use. AT&T will also have free demonstration phones on-site. Hand-outs will be available. Call 266-6581 to register today |
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| New Pedestrian/Bicycle Projects Public Hearing (Public Hearing/Meeting) |
| Date: |
5/22/2012 - 5/22/2012, 6:00 PM |
| Location: |
Madison Municipal Building, Room 260
215 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd |
| Cost: |
Free |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
Arthur Ross, Pedestrian-Bicycle Coordinator
266-6225
NOTE: If you need an interpreter, materials in alternate formats or other accommodations to access this meeting, please contact the Traffic Engineering Division at 608-266-4761. Please do so no later than 9:00 a.m. on the Thursday preceding the meeting so that proper arrangements can be made. |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
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Written comments will also be accepted through June 1, 2012, and should be addressed to the Pedestrian/Bicycle/Motor Vehicle Commission, c/o City Traffic Engineering Division, PO Box 2986, Madison WI 53701-2986, or email to traffic@cityofmadison.com.
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Description: The Madison Pedestrian/Bicycle/Motor Vehicle Commission will hold a public hearing to receive comments on potential pedestrian and bicycle projects the City should consider undertaking in the 2013-2015 Capital Budget to increase opportunities for walking and bicycling in Madison.
The results of the public hearing and written comments will be used to develop a list of projects to be considered for inclusion in the 2013-2015 construction work program. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/23/2012 - 5/23/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| Olin-Turville Park May Concert Series (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/23/2012 - 5/23/2012, 6 - 8 p.m. |
| Location: |
Olin Park Pavilion: 1156 Olin-Turville Court |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
http://www.olin-turville.org/home |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| More: |
Brought to you by Madison Parks in partnership with Friends of Olin-Turville (FOOT) and the Madison Police Department |
| Description: Whiskey Farm: bluegrass/folk/rock |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/24/2012 - 5/24/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/25/2012 - 5/25/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/26/2012 - 5/26/2012, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| May "Woods Walks" (City Events) |
| Date: |
5/26/2012 - 5/26/2012, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Location: |
Turville Woods: Olin Ave. parking lot |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
http://www.olin-turville.org/home |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| More: |
Brought to you by Madison Parks in partnership with Friends of Olin-Turville (FOOT) and the Madison Police Department |
| Description: Kids' Hike: nature walks for kids led by Madison Police Sergeant Jim Dexheimer |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/27/2012 - 5/27/2012, 12 pm - 4 pm |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open 12 - 4 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/28/2012 - 5/28/2012, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open on Memorial Day from 9 a.m. to noon for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/29/2012 - 5/29/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| Mary’s Fashion Show (Seniors) |
| Date: |
5/29/2012 - 5/29/2012, 1-2 pm |
| Location: |
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Mifflin Street
Madison, WI 53703
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| Cost: |
No charge. |
| District: |
All |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Mary’s Unique Boutique returns on Tuesday, May 29 at 1 pm. Join Mary as she brings clothing and accessories in all price ranges from her store in New Glarus. These items are available for purchase. There is no charge to attend the show. Call 266-6581 to register today |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/30/2012 - 5/30/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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| Deadline to Request Absentee Ballot by Mail (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/31/2012 - 5/31/2012, 5:00 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103, Madison, WI 53703 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: Requests for absentee ballots to be sent by mail must be received in the City Clerk's Office by 5 p.m. the Friday before an election. Requests should contain the voter's name, address where registered to vote, mailing address, and signature. |
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| Extended Hours for Absentee Voting (Elections) |
| Date: |
5/31/2012 - 5/31/2012, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. |
| Location: |
City Clerk's Office, 210 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #103 |
| District: |
All |
| Contact: |
City Clerk's Office, 608-266-4601 |
| Website: |
Informational Link |
| Description: The Clerk's Office will be open until 7 p.m. for voter registration and absentee voting. |
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