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Free Family Night: Free Your Brain!
Free Family Night: Free Your Brain!
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemIn honor of Week of the Young Child, April’s Free Family Night is celebrating early learners. The first few years […]
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Museum Storytime @ UW Geology Museum
Museum Storytime @ UW Geology Museum
Museum storytime is geared toward preschool-aged children and each week features a book, museum specimens and a craft to take home. […]
Lily-Pad Theatre
Lily-Pad Theatre
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemJoin us for a fun music and storytelling program for early learners. There will be singing, puppet shows and a chance […]
Meet the Animals
Meet the Animals
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemMeet our popular education critters! While the rooftop is closed for construction, kids are invited to meet our rooftop education […]
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Barn Concert: Sparky and Rhonda Rucker
Barn Concert: Sparky and Rhonda Rucker
You will hear soulful blues licks, heart-rending gospel, knee-slapping good rhythms, and bottleneck guitar slide. Over fifty years of performing, […]
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Maple Syrup Festival
Maple Syrup Festival
Come learn about how maple sugar and syrup was made by Native Americans and pioneers, as well as current methods […]
15th Annual SpringFest Arts & Crafts Fair
15th Annual SpringFest Arts & Crafts Fair
Organizer: Madison Conservation ParksJoin us for the annual SpringFest Arts & Crafts Fair held the first Saturday in April each year from 9 […]
Recycled Button Making
Recycled Button Making
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemDecorate your favorite jacket or backpack with a DIY, upcycled button! We’ll use paper blanks and recycled children’s’ book to create […]
Phenology – Tracking Nature
Phenology – Tracking Nature
Organizer: UW ArboretumTune in to signs of early spring. Phenology—the study of periodic occurrences in nature—is both art and science, practiced for […]
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Garden Excursion Walk
Garden Excursion Walk
Organizer: UW ArboretumLearn about Arboretum history, land, and science on a gently paced walk in the gardens. This new monthly stroll offers […]
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Friends of the Lakeshore Nature Preserve Annual Meeting
Friends of the Lakeshore Nature Preserve Annual Meeting
Friends of the Lakeshore Nature Preserve invite you to attend our Annual Meeting on Tuesday, April 9 at 7:00 p.m. […]
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Wiggle and Jump @ MCM
Wiggle and Jump @ MCM
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemJoin us in exploring active games geared for our youngest visitors! We will have lots of fun with movement: playing […]
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Warner Park Family Fun Night
Warner Park Family Fun Night
Organizer: Madison Conservation ParksActivities •Gymnasium Fun - bouncy house, sports, fun games •Family Fitness Classes and Fit2Go Van •Classes, movies & themes change […]
Woodcock Walk at Cherokee Marsh
Woodcock Walk at Cherokee Marsh
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshJoin us for an evening at Cherokee Marsh! We are likely to see cranes, observe the courtship flight of woodcock […]
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Annual Midwest Crane Count
Annual Midwest Crane Count
Organizer: International Crane FoundationEach year in mid-April, over 1,000 volunteers travel to their local wetlands and favorite birding locations to participate in the […]
Mad City Ultras
Mad City Ultras
Organizer: Madison Conservation ParksThe Mad City Ultras is an annual ultra-marathon running festival and relay race. The 100-kilometer event is the U.S. National […]
Wags for Wellness
Wags for Wellness
Organizer: City of Madison Parks5K race in Warner Park proximity open to the public to raise awareness of mental and physical wellbeing in the […]
Ecological Restoration Work Party: Core Area & Curtis Prairie
Ecological Restoration Work Party: Core Area & Curtis Prairie
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
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Beginner Cheesemaking at Home
Beginner Cheesemaking at Home
Organizer: Dane County ParksJoin Laura Purdy for a fun afternoon on the farm learning about cheese making on the homestead scale. We'll start […]
Walk: Effigy Mounds
Walk: Effigy Mounds
The Arboretum contains rare mound groups built more than 1,000 years ago. On this naturalist-led walk in Wingra and Gallistel […]
Family Walk: Frogs
Family Walk: Frogs
Walk to nearby ponds and wetlands to listen for frog calls and learn about how they grow from egg to […]
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Public Program at the Planetarium – 6:30pm showtime
Public Program at the Planetarium – 6:30pm showtime
From Earth to the Universe This stunning film takes us on a voyage through space and time conveys the Universe […]
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Connecting People with Nature; 20 Years Of Welty Environmental Center
Connecting People with Nature; 20 Years Of Welty Environmental Center
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterFor the last 20 years, Welty has been a center for environmental education in the Stateline Area, as well as […]
Homeschool: Water, Water Everywhere
Homeschool: Water, Water Everywhere
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterApril showers bring…chances to see Earth’s water cycle in action! We’ll spend the afternoon learning about water resources, exploring the […]
Wisconsin Smallmouth Alliance Fundraiser
Wisconsin Smallmouth Alliance Fundraiser
Organizer: Dane County ParksAnnual fundraiser to help support the efforts of environmental groups, water related organization, kids programs (over 3,000 kids in 2018) […]
Public Program at Planetarium – 7:45 showtime
Public Program at Planetarium – 7:45 showtime
From Earth to the Universe This stunning film takes us on a voyage through space and time conveys the Universe […]
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Lily Pad Theatre @ MCM
Lily Pad Theatre @ MCM
Join in a fun music and storytelling program for early learners. There will be singing, puppet shows and a chance […]
Film Screening: Green Fire
Film Screening: Green Fire
Organizer: The Aldo Leopold FoundationEnjoy a screening of the award-winning film, "Green Fire" with discussion to follow. The 60-minute film explores the life of […]
Grow Beautiful African Violets @ Olbrich
Grow Beautiful African Violets @ Olbrich
African violets offer a wealth of beautiful flowers and can be grown successfully on window sills. Learn how to be […]
Night Walk: Skydance @ UW Arboretum
Night Walk: Skydance @ UW Arboretum
The American woodcock is a funny-looking bird that has an amazing spring ritual for attracting mates. Aldo Leopold called it […]
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Underground Glow Egg-Stravaganza
Fun for all ages! See if you can find all of the glowing bunnies hidden among the 400 glowing eggs […]
Vacation Day: Super Soils (MGSD)
Vacation Day: Super Soils (MGSD)
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterIt’s spring and there will be mud (but we call it soil)! There’s so much more to it than just […]
Earth Day Seed Balls @ MCM
Earth Day Seed Balls @ MCM
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemUse clay, soil and seeds to make seedballs! Seed balls can be used in guerrilla planting to add beauty to […]
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AZA Party for the Planet Volunteer Work Day
Organizer: International Crane FoundationCommemorate Earth Day and help us ‘Spring into Action’ by participating in an Association of Zoos and Aquariums volunteer work […]
Ecological Restoration Work Party: Grady Tract
Ecological Restoration Work Party: Grady Tract
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Spring 2019 Volunteer Work Days @ Welty
Spring 2019 Volunteer Work Days @ Welty
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterJoin Welty and our prairie partners, Rock County Conservationists and Green-Rock Audubon, for a morning of outdoor work. There is […]
Heavenly Hydrangeas
Heavenly Hydrangeas
Known for the long-lasting, colorful summer blooms, hydrangeas are some of the most beloved shrubs in the plant kingdom. Hear […]
Orienteering Basics
Orienteering Basics
Organizer: Welty Environmental CenterLearn the basics of how to use a compass and then practice your navigation skills with interactive games. Ages 8 […]
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Walk: For Love of Earth
Walk: For Love of Earth
Organizer: UW ArboretumHonor Earth Day (4/22) on an early spring walk to search for signs of renewal in the gardens and woodlands. […]
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UW Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference
UW Nelson Institute Earth Day Conference
Imagine And Adapt: Possibilities In A Changing World From the rising seas and the rushing flood waters to record-breaking heat […]
“Work, Play, Earthday”
“Work, Play, Earthday”
Celebrate Earth Day by helping us remove invasive species, pick up litter, and participate in other activities. Individuals, businesses, school […]
Vacation Day: Earth Week (MGSD)
Vacation Day: Earth Week (MGSD)
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterIt’s Earth Week! Let’s celebrate! In the true spirit of Earth Day, we will partake in our own conservation projects, […]
Earth Day Fundraiser and 2015 Tripel Nova Tapping @ Ale Asylum
Earth Day Fundraiser and 2015 Tripel Nova Tapping @ Ale Asylum
Organizer: Friends of Cherokee MarshAs a solar-powered brewery, Ale Asylum loves to celebrate their sustainable efforts by doing something fun on Earth Day, and […]
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Homeschool: Happy Earth Week
Homeschool: Happy Earth Week
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterApril showers bring….chances to see Earth’s water cycle in action! We’ll spend the afternoon learning about water resources, exploring the […]
Dinner Lecture: The Virtues of Natural Land Management
Dinner Lecture: The Virtues of Natural Land Management
Organizer: Dane County ParksThe Friends of Pheasant Branch are partnering with the Friends of Wisdom Prairie to offer this dinner and panel discussion […]
Attract Cavity Nesters with a Bird Box
Attract Cavity Nesters with a Bird Box
Learn how to attract Eastern bluebirds, trees swallows, house wrens, and black-capped chickadees to your yard. Habitat needs, along with […]
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Macro and Close-up Photography – Tools and Techniques
Macro and Close-up Photography – Tools and Techniques
Learn how to take or improve your digital photographs of small objects. Whether your interest is flowers or other small […]
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Lily Pad Theatre
Lily Pad Theatre
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemJoin in a fun music and storytelling program for early learners. There will be singing, puppet shows and a chance […]
Perennials to Avoid In your garden
Perennials to Avoid In your garden
Most gardeners are aware of the problems caused by weeds, but there are readily available to buy garden plants that […]
Garbage into Gold
Garbage into Gold
Learn about basic and advanced composting techniques, uses, and tools that will help turn your yard trimmings and household waste […]
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Vacation Day: Earth Week (MMSD)
Vacation Day: Earth Week (MMSD)
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterIt’s Earth Week! Let’s celebrate! In the true spirit of Earth Day, we will partake in our own conservation projects, […]
Little Sprouts Story & Stroll – A Good Day
Little Sprouts Story & Stroll – A Good Day
Little Sprouts Story & Stroll classes include a story, theme-related learning activities, and a stroll through the outdoor gardens or […]
Family Concert with Alastair Moock
Family Concert with Alastair Moock
Organizer: Madison Children’s MusuemJoin us for a special family concert event! Alastair Moock is a 2014 Grammy Nominee, two-time Parents’ Choice Gold Medal […]
Increase the Peace
Increase the Peace
Organizer: City of Madison ParksJoin your neighbors for an evening of community healing and peace-building. Come for as much of the evening as you […]
Mythical Garden Creatures
Mythical Garden Creatures
Join us for mythical garden creature fun! Learn the myth and lore of gnomes, rock trolls, flower fairies, and nymphs, […]
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Ecological Restoration Work Party: Core Area and Curtis Prairie
Ecological Restoration Work Party: Core Area and Curtis Prairie
Organizer: UW ArboretumVolunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet […]
Mythical Garden Creatures – Scout & Youth Group Class
Mythical Garden Creatures – Scout & Youth Group Class
Do mythical garden creatures live at Olbrich Botanical Gardens? Let's find out together! Join us as we explore the myth […]
Bird & Nature Outing
Bird & Nature Outing
Organizer: Aldo Leopold Nature CenterCelebrate Earth Day with a naturalist-led nature hike! Meet us on the back deck at 10 am to hike through […]
Earth Day Challenge
Earth Day Challenge
Organizer: City of Madison ParksCelebrate Earth Day with your neighbors and friends by cleaning up your local park and neighborhood. Join this community-wide effort […]
Party for the Planet
Party for the Planet
Organizer: Henry Vilas ZooVisit the MGE solar energy trailer, climb a tree with Dane County arborists, learn about invasive species, and pick up […]
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Afternoon at the Farm – Springtime at Schumacher Farm County Park
Afternoon at the Farm – Springtime at Schumacher Farm County Park
Organizer: Dane County ParksKick off the warmer weather with some fun activities at the farm park; look for spring wildflowers on a scavenger hunt, start seeds […]
Earth Day Celebration
Earth Day Celebration
Organizer: UW ArboretumThis year, many Earth Day (April 22) celebrations will focus on protecting endangered species. Learn about the Arboretum’s efforts to […]
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Land Stewardship and Educational Hike for Classrooms
Land Stewardship and Educational Hike for Classrooms
Student groups welcome to Dane County Parks and Capital Springs Recreation Area for a half day of improving native Wisconsin […]
Discovering Energy in Nature
Discovering Energy in Nature
Organizer: Wisconsin Center for Environmental EducationYou’ve likely heard that bringing your classroom outdoors can be an effective way to teach. According to the Children and […]
Discovering Energy in Nature
Discovering Energy in Nature
You’ve likely heard that bringing your classroom outdoors can be an effective way to teach. According to the Children and […]
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