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Events
Events
Saturday, Oct. 19
Wisconsin Book Festival | 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. | Wisconsin Historical Society | Free | Book worms, this is for you — hear from authors across genres like fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and spoken word.
WI Science Festival: Curiosity Cube | 10 a.m. | Monona Public Library | Free | Bring kids ages 6+ to the mobile science lab for hands-on experiments with real-life scientists.
Sunday, Oct. 20
Fall Leaves: Nature Art & Observation | 1-3 p.m. | Marlborough Park | Free | Collect colorful fall leaves, trace their shape, and learn about journaling in nature — register in advance.
Fall Parade of Homes | 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Locations throughout the Capital Region, Waunakee | $5-$10 | Tour newly constructed or remodeled homes in styles like modern farmhouse, craftsman, suburban, rural, model, and custom.
Friday, Oct. 25
Blacklight & Brews | 5 p.m. | 2975 Cave of the Mounds, Blue Mounds | $15-$24 | Blacklights are provided to tour the cave and see fluorescent minerals and formations + enjoy drinks.
Harp Twins Rockin’ Halloween Concert | 7:30-10 p.m. | Stoughton Opera House | $20 | The identical twins will bring the house down with electrical harps while playing classic rock, metal, and their own Nordic Celtic originals.
Eastpark Medical Center, a 475,000-sqft healthcare facility, will begin accepting patients on Monday, Oct. 28. This is the the largest medical facility to be completed in the United States this year, and will provide 40 different types of specialty care.
Try This
If you’re feeling ready for a fright, try a Mad City Ghost Walks tour. Learn about the paranormal and haunted places in Madison, including The Edgewater Hotel and Lake Mendota.
Outdoors
Have you tried the Sycamore Park Bicycle Adventure Trail? The newly opened 1.5-mile trail makes the perfect spot for a fall stroll. It’s open to the public for bikers, walkers, and hikers.
Travel
Want to make sure your next vacation your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to Dane County Regional Airport for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
Health
Imagine sitting in a busy cafe surrounded by chatter and music, yet hearing every word of the conversation crystal clear. With this revolutionary hearing aid, background noise fades, and the voices you care about come through with perfect clarity.*
Travel
For a limited time, save up to 50% on a AAA Membership — and add an additional driver for free or at a discounted rate. Members access AAA Roadside Assistance 24/7/365, plus savings on flights, hotels, rental cars, cruises, and more with AAA Travel. Join AAA before this deal ends.*
Seasonal
Looking to boost your brand’s visibility? Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide is the perfect place to showcase your gift-worthy products. With thousands of engaged readers, you will be seen by the right audience just in time for holiday shopping. Get in the guide.
Early detection saves lives.Schedule your annual mammogram for peace of mind and proactive health care. It’s quick, easy, and essential.*
Seasonal
Looking to boost your brand’s visibility? Our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide is the perfect place to showcase your gift-worthy products. With thousands of engaged readers, you will be seen by the right audience just in time for holiday shopping. Get in the guide.
City Guide
City Guide
🥬 Lettuce head to the market
Expect fresh produce, farm-raised meat, and other goodies at Saturdays on the Square. | Photo by 608today
There’s still time to fill up your reusable shopping bags with fruits, veggies, and spicy cheese bread, Madisonians. These farmers markets are still open for the season:
Game time announced: Wisconsin will face Penn State on Saturday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m. at Camp Randall Stadium for the homecoming game. That’s music to our ears, because you can’t beat a night game. Let’s go Badgers.
