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Today: 09/02/2010
Dane County Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/04/2010 Ends On: 09/04/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Bid Day Parade (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/05/2010 Ends On: 09/05/2010
Timings: 1:00p - 2:00p
Parade
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Sponsor: UW Madison Panhellenic Association
Contact email: nelson.chrissie@gmail.com

Mad-City Ski Team Weekly Show (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/05/2010 Ends On: 09/05/2010
Timings: 05:30pm - 08:00pm
Final water ski show of the season, featuring human pyramids, free-style jumping, barefooting, swivel skiing, and a ballet line.
Location of Event: Law Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: free
Sponsor: Mad-City Ski Team
Event Website: www.madcityskiteam.com

Safe Harbor Run/Walk (and Tot Trot) to Benefit Kids (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/06/2010 Ends On: 09/06/2010
Timings: 9:00a.m. start -
A fundraising 5K, 10K and free tot trot to benefit Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center.
Location of Event: Vilas Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $20 early registration / $25 late registration
Contact information: (608) 661-9787
Sponsor: Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center
Event Website: www.safeharbor-dc.org

Bolz Conservatory Exhibit Life in tte Canopy (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 09/07/2010 Ends On: 01/02/2011
Timings: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The lush plants on the forest floor of the Bolz Conservatory draw the attention of most visitors...But Look up! Up to 90 percent of life in the rainforest exists in the trees colorful orchids, bromeliads that provide water homes for tree frogs, birds, animals, and more. Discover the Bolz Conservatory's canopy layer and the plants and animals that call the camopy home.
Location of Event: Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue Madison, WI 53704
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $1.00
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.Olbrich.org

Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/08/2010 Ends On: 09/08/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event: 200 MLK Jr. Blvd
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Ford Ironman Wisconsin (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/08/2010 Ends On: 09/14/2010
Timings: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Triathlon
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Sponsor: World Triathlon Corporation
Contact email: ryan@ironman.com
Event Website: www.ironmanwisconsin.com

Dane County Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/11/2010 Ends On: 09/11/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

20by2020 Bike Valet (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/11/2010 Ends On: 09/11/2010
Timings: 7:00am - 2:00pm
Bicycle parking and education about bicycle commuting.
Location of Event: Top of W. Washington
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Sponsor: Saris Cycling Group
Contact email: hfortune@saris.com
Event Website: www.20-by-2020.com

Dog Paddle 2010 (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/12/2010 Ends On: 09/12/2010
Timings: 10am - 4pm
Each year Capital K9s hosts a canine only swim event to raise money for the Madison Police Department K9 Unit. Activities may include, but are not limited to the following: • Biggest splash contest • Fastest retrieve contest • Farthest water jump contest • “Coolest wet dog” contest
Location of Event: Irwin A and Robert D Goodman Swimming Pool
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $10 per dog
Sponsor: Capital K9s
Event Website: www.capitalk9s.org

Dean House Open House (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/12/2010 Ends On: 09/12/2010
Timings: 2p.m. - 4p.m.
The Victorian-decorated farmhouse, built in 1856, is open for guided tours from 2-4 pm on the Second Sunday of every month. Sponsored by the Historic Blooming Grove Historical Society.
Location of Event: Dean House, 4718 Monona Dr.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Contact information: (608) 249-7920 or (608) 222-5783
Sponsor: Blooming Grove Historical Society
Event Website: www.bloominggrovehistory.org

Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/15/2010 Ends On: 09/15/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event: 200 MLK Jr. Blvd
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Dane County Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/18/2010 Ends On: 09/18/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Conquer Chiari Walk Across America (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/18/2010 Ends On: 09/18/2010
Timings: 08:00 a.m. - Noon
A 5k Fun Run/Walk to raise awareness and funds for research to conquer Chiari
Location of Event: Brittingham Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: free, but walkers are encouraged to find sponsors
Sponsor: Chiari Malformation & Syringomyelia Foundation
Event Website: conquerchiari.org

Yoga Heals (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/19/2010 Ends On: 09/19/2010
Timings: 9am - Noon
Support women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer while enjoying the healing benefits of yoga. Beginniner and advanced yoga practitioners are welcome, and a light breakfast is included in the registration fee.
Location of Event: Olbrich Park - Lakeland area, near softball diamond #5 and sledding hill
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $15 before 8/15; $25 after 8/15
Contact information: 608-661-4178
Sponsor: Breast Cancer Recovery
Event Website: www.bcrecovery.org

AFSP Madison Community Walk (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/19/2010 Ends On: 09/19/2010
Timings: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00p.m.
Walkers raise money for suicide prevention and survivor support initiatives by soliciting pledges from their friends and aquaintances. They also walk to raise awareness and to remember their lost loved ones.
Location of Event: Olin Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: free
Contact information: (608) 213-3293
Sponsor: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Event Website: www.outofthedarkness.org

Purple Stride (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/19/2010 Ends On: 09/19/2010
Timings: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon
5 mile and 2 mile Run/Walk to benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
Location of Event: Elver Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $20 if paid by 9/13; $25 after 9/13
Contact information: (608)-270-0626
Sponsor: Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
Event Website: pending

Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/22/2010 Ends On: 09/22/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event: 200 MLK Jr. Blvd
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Quilts in Bloom: Fall Quilt & Flower Show (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 09/25/2010 Ends On: 10/17/2010
Timings: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
View dozens of locally-crafted art quilts on display in the Atrium as part of Olbrich's Fall Quilt and Flower Show. Creative displany of fall foliage and flowers are color-coordinated with unique hand-crafted quilts.
Location of Event: Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue Madison, Wi 53704
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $2.00 donation
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.Olbrich.org

Art Quilt Sale (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 09/25/2010 Ends On: 09/26/2010
Timings: 10:00 am - 4:00 9m
choose from a variety of colorful wall hangings, table runners, and decorative squares to give as gifts or brighten up your own home. All quilts made by the Thursday Quiling Friends. A portion of the proceeds benefits Olbrich Gardens.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Bulk Mulch Saturday 9/25, 10/2, 9, & 16 (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 09/25/2010 Ends On: 09/25/2010
Timings: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Buy leaf mulch in bulk quantities and save money during Olbrich's Fall Bulk Mulch sale! The shredded, composted leaves enrich soil and provide nourishment and protection for your gardens, shrubs, and trees. While applying mulch to gardens in the spring is most common, applying leaf mulch in the fall helps regulate soil temperatures during the winter, and gives the garden a head start in the spring.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Contact email: www.olbrich.org

Bulk Mulch Saturday 9/25, 10/2, 9, & 16 (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 09/25/2010 Ends On: 09/25/2010
Timings: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Buy leaf mulch in bulk quantities and save money during Olbrich's Fall Bulk Mulch sale! The shredded, composted leaves enrich soil and provide nourishment and protection for your gardens, shrubs, and trees. While applying mulch to gardens in the spring is most common, applying leaf mulch in the fall helps regulate soil temperatures during the winter, and gives the garden a head start in the spring.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Contact email: www.olbrich.org

Bulk Mulch Saturday 9/25, 10/2, 9, & 16 (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 09/25/2010 Ends On: 09/25/2010
Timings: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Buy leaf mulch in bulk quantities and save money during Olbrich's Fall Bulk Mulch sale! The shredded, composted leaves enrich soil and provide nourishment and protection for your gardens, shrubs, and trees. While applying mulch to gardens in the spring is most common, applying leaf mulch in the fall helps regulate soil temperatures during the winter, and gives the garden a head start in the spring.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Contact email: www.olbrich.org

Dane County farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/25/2010 Ends On: 09/25/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/26/2010 Ends On: 09/26/2010
Timings: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
A day of fun for the whole family, while enjoying a 5k walk to raise money for diabetes research
Location of Event: Warner Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: free
Contact information: 608-833-2873
Sponsor: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation

Henry Vilas Zoo Run Run (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/26/2010 Ends On: 09/26/2010
Timings: 10:00am - 12:00pm
5K run/5K walk/10K run, Roo Run Run (for kids)
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Sponsor: Henry Vilas Park Zoological Society
Contact email: suzy@vilaszoo.org
Event Website: www.vilaszoo.org

Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 09/29/2010 Ends On: 09/29/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event: 200 MLK Jr. Blvd
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Capitol City Light the Night Walk (Park Events)
Begins On: 09/30/2010 Ends On: 09/30/2010
Timings: 5p.m. - 9p.m.
Join the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light The Night walk to celebrate and commemorate lives touched by cancer. Participants walk carrying illuminated balloons - white for survivor, red in support, gold in memory of a life lost.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: (608) 826-1032
Event Website: www.lightthenight.org

Bridge Lake Point Waunona Pig Roast (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/02/2010 Ends On: 10/02/2010
Timings: 5:00p.m. - 8:00pm
Pig Roast to benefit the Bridge Lake Point Waunona Neighborhood Center. Tickets sold in advance on-line at blwcenter.org or by mail.
Location of Event: Esther Beach, 2802 Waunona Way
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: call for tickets - sold only in advance
Contact information: (608)-441-6991
Sponsor: Bridge Lake Point Waunona Neighborhood Center
Event Website: www.blwcenter.org

Dane County Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/02/2010 Ends On: 10/02/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Dane County Alzheimer's Walk (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/02/2010 Ends On: 10/02/2010
Timings: 8:00 a.m. - Run, 9:15 a.m. Walk - 11:00 a.m.
Annual event to raise awareness and dollars for local services for 1300 individuals and families impacted by dementia in South Central Wisconsin
Location of Event: Warner Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: none
Contact information: (608)232-3400
Sponsor: Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

Dane County Alzheimer's Walk (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/02/2010 Ends On: 10/02/2010
Timings: 8:00 a.m. - Run, 9:15 a.m. Walk - 11:00 a.m.
Annual event to raise awareness and dollars for local services for 1300 individuals and families impacted by dementia in South Central Wisconsin
Location of Event: Warner Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: none
Contact information: (608)232-3400
Sponsor: Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

Bulk Mulch Saturdays 9/25, 10/2, 9, & 16 (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 10/02/2010 Ends On: 10/02/2010
Timings: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Buy leaf mulch in bulk quantities and save money during Olbrich's Fall Bulk Mulch sale! The shredded, composted leaves enrich soil and provide nourishment and protection for your gardens, shrubs, and trees. While applying mulch to gardens in the spring is most common, applying leaf mulch in the fall helps regulate soil temperatures during the winter, and gives the garden a head start in the spring.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin's "Walk for Thought" (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/02/2010 Ends On: 10/02/2010
Timings: 9am registration 10am walk - Noon
The "Walk for Thought" is an annual fundraising event that benefits the Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin. Public awareness of brain injury is promoted by the BIAW annual "Walk for Thought".
Location of Event: Vilas Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $25 for adults, $10 for children 12 and under
Contact information: 800-882-9282
Sponsor: Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin
Event Website: www.biaw.org

Dane County Fire Chiefs Parade (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/03/2010 Ends On: 10/03/2010
Timings: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Parade and fire truck displays
Location of Event: All of State St., 700 Langdon, 400 & 500 N. Lake St., 10 N. Carroll, 10 W. Mifflin
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Sponsor: City of Madison Fire Department
Contact email: eruckriegel@cityofmadison.com
Event Website: www.madisonfire.org

NAMI Walk (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/03/2010 Ends On: 10/03/2010
Timings: 11:00a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
5k Walk to Monona Terrace and back to create awareness about Mental Illness and to raise funds for NAMI Dane County programs
Location of Event: Olin Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: none
Contact information: 608-249-7188
Sponsor: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Event Website: www.nami.org/namiwalks/WI/Dane

Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/06/2010 Ends On: 10/06/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event: 200 MLK Jr. Blvd
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

UW Homecoming Parade (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/08/2010 Ends On: 10/08/2010
Timings: 6:00p - 7:30p
Parade
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Sponsor: Uw Homecoming Committee
Contact email: parade@uwalumni.com
Event Website: uwhomecoming.com

Bulk Mulch Saturdays 9/25. 10/2, 9 & 16 (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 10/09/2010 Ends On: 10/09/2010
Timings: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Buy leaf mulch in bulk quantities and save money during Olbrich's Fall Bulk Mulch sale! The shredded, composted leaves enrich soil and provide nourishment and protection for your gardens, shrubs, and trees. While applying mulch to gardens in the spring is most common, applying leaf mulch in the fall helps regulate soil temperatures during the winter, and gives the garden a head start in the spring.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Dane County Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/09/2010 Ends On: 10/09/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Free to Breathe Lung Cancer 5k Run/Walk (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/10/2010 Ends On: 10/10/2010
Timings: 08:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
3rd Annual Free to Breathe in Madison to make a difference in the lives of those affected by lung cancer by raising public awareness and vital research funding to empower patients, save lives, and make the fight against lung cancer a priority!
Location of Event: Warner Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $20 before event; $25 day of event
Contact information: (608)233-7905
Sponsor: National Lung Cancer Partnership
Event Website: www.FreetoBreathe.org

Dean House Open House (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/10/2010 Ends On: 10/10/2010
Timings: 2p.m. - 4p.m.
The Victorian-decorated farmhouse, built in 1856, is open for guided tours from 2-4 pm on the Second Sunday of every month. Sponsored by the Historic Blooming Grove Historical Society it is located on the Monona Golf Course at the corner of 4718
Location of Event: Dean House, 4718 Monona Dr.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Contact information: (608) 249-7920 or (608) 222-5783
Sponsor: Blooming Grove Historical Society
Event Website: www.bloominggrovehistory.org

Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/13/2010 Ends On: 10/13/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event: 200 MLK Jr. Blvd
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Dane County Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/16/2010 Ends On: 10/16/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Bulk Mulch Saturdays 9/25, 10/2, 9, & 16 (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 10/16/2010 Ends On: 10/16/2010
Timings: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Buy leaf mulch in bulk quantities and save money during Olbrich's Fall Bulk Mulch sale! The shredded, composted leaves enrich soil and provide nourishment and protection for your gardens, shrubs, and trees. While applying mulch to gardens in the spring is most common, applying leaf mulch in the fall helps regulate soil temperatures during the winter, and gives the garden a head start in the spring.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.obrich.org

Fall Quilt and Flower Show Plant Sale (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 10/18/2010 Ends On: 10/18/2010
Timings: 12 p.m. - while supplies last
Select plants from Olbrich's Fall Quilt and Flower Show will be on sale. Varities may include mums, dusty miller, and coleus. Plant them in the garden or containers to add fall color or use them indoors as centerpieces.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Sponsor: Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/20/2010 Ends On: 10/20/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event:
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Heart Walk (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/23/2010 Ends On: 10/23/2010
Timings: 8:00 a.m. registration - 11:00 a.m.
1.5 mile and 3 mile routes. Helps American Heart Association carry out mission of building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.
Location of Event: Warner Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: none
Contact information: (608) 221-8866 x6
Sponsor: American Heart Association
Event Website: www.heartwalk.kintera.org/madisonwi

Dane County Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/23/2010 Ends On: 10/23/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

UW Fall 15K & 15K Relay (Park Events)
Begins On: 10/24/2010 Ends On: 10/24/2010
Timings: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Fall 15k and 15k relay hosted by the Running Club at U.W. Madison. Madison's only 15k.
Location of Event: Warner Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $13 in advance / $17 on the day of the event
Contact information: (608) 262-3369
Sponsor: UW Running Club
Event Website: www.uwrc.net

Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/27/2010 Ends On: 10/27/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event: 200 MLK Jr. Blvd
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Dane County Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 10/30/2010 Ends On: 10/30/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Final Dane County Wednesday Farmers' Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 11/03/2010 Ends On: 11/03/2010
Timings: 8:30am - 2:00pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Wednesdays from April 21 - November 3.
Location of Event: 200 MLK Jr. Blvd
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

Final Saturday Farmers Market (Downtown Events)
Begins On: 11/06/2010 Ends On: 11/06/2010
Timings: 6am - 2pm
Local vendors sell their wares at this weekly Farmers' market. Saturdays from April 17 - November 6.
Location of Event: Capitol Square
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: free
Event Website: www.dcfm.org

MATC Turkey Trot (Park Events)
Begins On: 11/07/2010 Ends On: 11/07/2010
Timings: 9:00a.m. - noon
The MATC Turkey Trot is a 5K & 5M Cross Country run/walk around Warner Park. The annual event benefits two local community charities: Thursday's child and the MATC Foundation.
Location of Event: Warner Park
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: see web site
Contact information: (608) 243-4098
Sponsor: MATC
Event Website: www.matcturkeytrot.com

Growing Gifts Shop Annual Sale (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 11/13/2010 Ends On: 11/14/2010
Timings: 10:00 a.m. - 04:00 p.m. Saturday/ 5 p.m. Sunday
Find the perfect gift for the gardening enthusiast on your holiday shopping list at the Growing Gifts Shop Annual Holiday Sale. During this once a year sale, the general public receives 10% off all purchases and Olbrich members receive 20% off.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Dean House Open House (Park Events)
Begins On: 11/14/2010 Ends On: 11/14/2010
Timings: 2p.m. - 4p.m.
The Victorian-decorated farmhouse, built in 1856, is open for guided tours from 2-4 pm on the Second Sunday of every month. Sponsored by the Historic Blooming Grove Historical Society it is located on the Monona Golf Course at the corner of 4718
Location of Event: Dean House, 4718 Monona Dr.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Contact information: (608) 249-7920 or (608) 222-5783
Sponsor: Blooming Grove Historical Society
Event Website: www.bloominggrovehistory.org

Olbrich's Holiday Express - Flower and Model Train Show (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 12/04/2010 Ends On: 12/31/2010
Timings: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Twinkling lights, festive poinsettias, tiny landscapes, and large-scale model trains: all aboard for Olbrich's Holiday Express! Using large-scale model trains, Olbrich's horticulture staff will showcase miniature landscapes among hundreds of colorful poinsettias.
Location of Event: Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $3 adults, $2 kids 3 - 12, free 2 and under
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Holiday Concert (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 12/05/2010 Ends On: 12/05/2010
Timings: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy festive holiday music with a concert in Olbrich's Evjue Commons.
Location of Event: Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Avenue Madison, WI 54704
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Suggested $1 donation
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Sponsor: Olbrich Botanical Society
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Holiday Concert (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 12/12/2010 Ends On: 12/12/2010
Timings: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy festive holiday music with a concert in Olbrich's Evjue Commons.
Location of Event: Olbrich Botanical Garden 3330 Atwood Avenue Madison, WI 53704
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Suggested $1 donation
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Sponsor: Olbrich Botanical Society
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Dean House Christmas Open House (Park Events)
Begins On: 12/12/2010 Ends On: 12/12/2010
Timings: 2p.m. - 4p.m.
The Victorian-decorated farmhouse, built in 1856, is open for a special Christmas Open House. There will be refreshments, music and tours. Sponsored by the Historic Blooming Grove Historical Society it is located on the Monona Golf Course at the c
Location of Event: Dean House, 4718 Monona Dr.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Free
Contact information: (608) 249-7920 or (608) 222-5783
Sponsor: Blooming Grove Historical Society
Event Website: www.bloominggrovehistory.org

Holiday Concert (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 12/19/2010 Ends On: 12/19/2010
Timings: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy festive holiday music with a concert in Olbrich's Evjue Commons.
Location of Event: Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI 53704
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: $1 suggested donation
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Sponsor: Olbrich Botanical Society
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Olbrich Botanical Gardens Closed (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 12/24/2010 Ends On: 12/25/2010
Timings: 2:00 pm - 12/26/2010 10 am
Olbrich Botanical Gardens will be closed from 2 pm on Friday December 24 through Saturday, December 25.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Olbrich Botanical Gardens Closed (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 12/25/2010 Ends On: 12/25/2010
Timings: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Olbrich Botanical Gardens will beclosed from 2 pm Friday, December 24 through Saturday, December 25.
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Event Website: www.olbrich.org

Holiday Concert (Olbrich Botanical Garden Events)
Begins On: 12/26/2010 Ends On: 12/26/2010
Timings: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy festive holiday music with a concert in Olbrich's Evjue Commons.
Location of Event: Olbrich Botanical Gardens 3330 Atwood Ave. Madison, WI 53704
Metro Bus Service: Metro website
Parking Locations: Parking Utility website
Cost of Event: Suggested $1 donation
Contact information: 608-246-4550
Sponsor: Olbrich Botanical Society
Event Website: www.olbrich.org