BRAVA Magazine

Up Your Networking Game with TEMPO Madison
2025-05-08 16:30 - 18:30 UTC | The Forward Club at Breeze Stevens, 917 E Mifflin St Gate 5,, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
What is Networking? “Networking builds and nurtures professional relationships that can lead to mutually beneficial opportunities. Networking involves connecting with others in your industry or field to share information, resources, and support. The purpose is to expand your circle of contacts, gain insights, and create potential business opportunities. Effective networking fosters collaboration and can open doors to new ventures, partnerships, and career growth.”
If that sounds a bit corporate and serious to you, we have just the thing to spice up your networking experience!
Join the TEMPO Madison Networking Committee on Thursday, May 8, from 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm at the Forward Club for Speed Networking! This fast-paced event allows you to connect with multiple people quickly—perfect for making connections and getting home in time for dinner or enjoying spring weather.
One of the best networking tips is to not come alone—bring a buddy! We’ll even send out some fun sample questions for you to ask beforehand, so you won’t have to worry about a thing. We can’t wait to see you there!
4:30 – 5:00 pm Check in and Chat
5:00 – 6:15 pm Speed Networking
6:15 – 6:30 pm Following up if you have any additional questions
with those you connected.
Registration costs $30 per person and includes light appetizers.
There will be a cash bar available.

Celebrate with Crêpes! - Saturday, May 10th
2025-05-10 12:30 - 14:00 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us at The Deliciouser for a delightful afternoon of crêpe-making with our talented pastry chef, Michelle Mau! In this workshop, Michelle will guide you through the art of making the perfect crêpes. She will also demonstrate how to create three house-made sauces—rich chocolate, Nutella, and fresh fruit sauce—along with freshly whipped cream. Guests will enjoy a spread of fun topping options and something savory to start.
Menu:
-Handmade crêpes
-House-made chocolate sauce, Nutella, and fruit sauce
-Whipped cream & additional fun toppings
-Savory snack for grazing
Bar & Shopping @ 12:00 p.m.
Workshop @ 12:30 p.m.
Please provide all dietary restrictions and allergies upon booking.
Ticket includes workshop, crêpes, toppings, and recipes.
Guests enjoy 10% off spices and featured wines at events.
Tickets: $65
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill.
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash.

Blind Tiger Night Market at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-05-10 17:00 - 21:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us as we host our second Blind Tiger Night Market. Between 5-9pm on Saturday, May 10th, there will be something for everyone, including:
— Over a dozen Madison- and Milwaukee-area artists and makers are bringing their crafts
— Opportunities to DIY crafts yourself
— Common Pasta food truck will be feeding us
— Ice Cream Social is bringing dessert
— DJ Dudley Noon will be spinning records
— Working Draft is releasing the Blind Tiger Amber Alt!
Enjoying great beer and food, listening to great tunes, browsing amazing one-of-a-kind crafts, all under the moonlight? Sounds perfect!

Mother’s Day Nordic Champagne Brunch - May 11th
2025-05-11 08:00 - 17:00 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join team Deliciouser for a special Mother’s Day brunch as we get our *Hygge on with a nordic inspired menu of spring favorites. We’ll be serving breakfast martinis and flights of bubbly to compliment.
Antica spiced cardamom granola, seeds, berries, yogurt
Scandinavian Salad Plate
~Vadouvan Skagen shrimp salad – Swedish roasted beets, ginger, rye crouton and dill – Spring
~Mixed greens – havarti cheese – pickled herring
Smørrebrød
~Open face Danish sandwich – whipped ricotta, Hart-Beet cured salmon, jammy egg, Danish trout roe, spring radish, dill
Brita Cake
~Nordic spiced meringue cake, berries
*Hygge a Danish word that describes a feeling of contentment, coziness and well-being. Pronounced “hoo-gah”
Optional drink pairing, as well as a curated selection of wine, spirits and spirit-free cocktails available
Please provide all dietary restrictions and allergies upon booking
Guests enjoy 10% off spices and featured wines at events
Bar & Shopping @ 11:30 a.m.
Brunch @ 12:15 p.m.
Tickets: $65 + 20% Service Charge on Food & Drinks
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash

Cancer Support Services at Gilda’s Club Madison [In-Person]
2025-05-12 16:30 - 17:30 | Gilda’s Club Madison, 7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, 53562, United States
Have you or someone you loved been given a cancer diagnosis? Are you looking for a space to connect with others who understand?
Join us for an in person group new member meeting. We’ll take some time to talk about the resources available at Gilda’s Club Madison, then take a short tour of the clubhouse.
Meet at the Clubhouse located at 7907 UW Ct, Middleton, WI.

Stand Up Comedian Zane Lamprey
2025-05-12 20:00 - 21:30 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Amazon Prime comedian Zane Lamprey LIVE! • WORKING DRAFT BEER • Madison, WI
Catch Zane Lamprey’s new ANOTHER ROUND! comedy tour. Join us for a night of stand-up and amazing craft beer!
– 7:00 VIP Doors
– 7:15 VIP Drinking Games with Zane
– 7:30 General Admision Doors
– 8:00 Showtime!
– 9:15 Call an Uber
As a pre-game, watch Zane’s three Amazon Prime stand-up specials: Tender Looks , Ski Patrol and Medium Club !
The ANOTHER ROUND! stand-up is completely new jokes and stories, so watching his stand-up specials won’t ruin the show.
This event is strictly for 21+
If this event is canceled, tickets will automatically be applied toward a rescheduled performance.

NAMI Dane County Open House
2025-05-13 17:00 - 19:00 | 25 Kessel Court, Madison, WI 53711, 25 Kessel Ct, Madison, WI, 53711, United States
Join NAMI Dane County as we celebrate our move to a new office location that will allow us to increase and expand services and support for our community. We will also be celebrating all of the connections we have made this year and the community partners we have worked with to best serve individuals and families affected by mental illness through support, education, and advocacy. We are excited to welcome the community to tour our new space, connect with community partners, and celebrate the accomplishments of the last year.
Tuesday, May 13, 5-7pm. Ribbon cutting at 5:30pm and Awards Recognition at 6pm.
Enjoy appetizers, mocktails, and desserts.
*Please RSVP so that we can plan for food, beverages, and dessert.

Deliciouser Discovery Dinner: Asia Pacific With Chef Juan Umaña - May 14th
2025-05-14 17:30 - 20:00 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Deliciouser Discovery Dinner – Asia Pacific: An Inspirational Journey of Bold Flavors With Chef Juan Umaña
Join team Deliciouser as we welcome back guest chef Juan Umaña for a vibrant culinary exploration inspired by recent travels through Hawaii, Japan, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Nepal. This immersive, fully plant-based dining experience will celebrate bold flavors, nourishing ingredients, and the deep connections between food, culture, and technique. Each course will highlight local produce paired with global inspiration, showcasing how veggie forward ingredients can be transformed through traditional and modern cooking methods. The multi-course, vegan, tasting menu will be revealed upon arrival, unfolding as a journey of taste and storytelling.
Optional drink pairing, as well as a curated selection of wine, spirits, and spirit-free cocktails available.
Please provide all dietary restrictions and allergies upon booking.
Guests enjoy 10% off spices and featured wines at events.
Bar & Shopping @ 5:30 p.m.
Dinner @ 6:15 p.m.
Tickets: $95 + 20% Service Charge on Food & Drinks
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill.
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash.

Cancer Support Services through Gilda’s Club Madison [Virtual]
2025-05-15 16:30 - 17:00, 2025-05-19 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-05-29 12:30 - 13:00 | Gilda’s Club Madison, 7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, 53562, United States
Have you or someone you loved been given a cancer diagnosis? Are you looking for a space to connect with others who understand?
Join Gilda’s Club for a group New Member Meeting delivered on Zoom.
This meeting will discuss the resources we have to offer and get you started as a Gilda’s Club member.
*If you do not wish to meet in a group setting, please email program@gildasclubmadison.org to schedule an individual New Member Meeting.
Questions? Please email program@gildasclubmadison.org or call 608-828-8880.

D.E.L.V.E. Incubator Performance 2025
2025-05-16 19:30 - 2025-05-17 21:00 | Madison Circus Space, 2082 Winnebago Ave, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
IDC’s DELVE Incubator provides an opportunity for dancers and choreographers to create and explore artistically, while making new connections and performing for local audiences. Professional and advanced amateur dancers will work in the creation of new works that will be included in IDC’s May 2025 performances with this year’s panel selected choreographers: Natalia Armacanqui, Edward Salas, Liz Sexe, José Cruz-Arzón, Erica Pinigis, and Krysten Hagedorn. In true IDC form, these works highlight the incredible and often unseen diversity of contemporary dance in Madison -. It’s Global Contemporary – an expression of our current moment from the perspectives of Madison’s rich diversity in dance.
Liz Sexe, in her endlessly creative experimental fashion, is crafting a contemporary improvisational dance party that’s just as fun as it is technically exacting.
José Cruz-Arzón’s incredible 21 dancer cast has street dance bumping up against jazz funk to highlight and contrast masculine and feminine movement.
Utilizing her expertise in mesmerizing programmable LED props, Krysten Hagedorn is weaving together circus flow arts with tutting and contemporary jazz/funk in a dazzling juxtaposition of the light and darkness inside each of us.
Natalia Armacanqui’s global dance fusion expertise brings out the divine feminine in each of the dancers through both ancestral and contemporary forms and her distinctly unique and innovative vision.
In a collaborative process with Poet Andrea Musher as well as the aerialists in the cast, Erica Pinigis is bringing back to life Musher’s “If It Weren’t For Her Stays, a work of choral poetry that uses corsets as metaphor for the complex and often paradoxical ways that patriarchy is enacted on women’s bodies. Pinigis draws from a lifelong passion for the work of the mothers and grandmothers of American Modern Dance, like Loie Fuller and Isadora Duncan in a piece of bound flow, aerial dance, and dozens of yards of fabric.
In a bold step outside of his comfort zone, Edward Salas is exploring martial arts and house music influences in his premiere, also utilizing play in his constantly evolving rehearsal process.

Kids Building Wisconsin 2025
2025-05-17 09:00 - 15:00 | McKee Farms Park, 2930 Chapel Valley Rd, Fitchburg , WI, 53508, United States
Mark your calendars for KBW 2025 on May 17, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Kids Building Wisconsin is an exciting and educational event for kids, celebrating the construction industry. With over 50 interactive exhibits, it’s a day full of fun and learning at McKee Farms Park in Fitchburg, WI. From local trades to industry participants, there’s something for everyone. Get ready for hands-on activities, demonstrations, and unforgettable experiences. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore and engage with the world of construction!

Springtime Ricotta Gnocchi Workshop - Saturday, May 17th
2025-05-17 12:30 - 14:00 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join Team Deliciouser as we welcome the flavors of spring with a hands-on Ricotta Gnocchi Workshop. Under the guidance of Chef Michelle Mau, we’ll roll delicate ricotta gnocchi seasoned with our house-blended spice, Antica. It will be paired with asparagus and peas for a fresh, vibrant dish.
The workshop will also feature a Signature Salt Spring Green Salad, celebrating the season’s best produce. Along the way, Michelle will share stories, techniques, and insights into crafting simple yet elevated dishes with bold flavors.
Come cook, learn, and savor the taste of spring with us!
Please provide all dietary restrictions and allergies upon booking. Guests enjoy 10% off spices and featured wines at events.
Bar & Shopping @ 12 p.m.
Workshop @ 12:30 p.m.
Tickets: $70
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash

Learn to Geocache
2025-05-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Walking Iron County Park, 6064 Beckman Rd, Mazomanie, WI, 53560, United States
Have you ever wanted to be a modern day treasure hunter? Try geocaching! Geocaching involves using a GPS coordinates to location a hidden container. Our course will involve a brief overview of geocaching, instruction on using the GPS units, and then time to go try out your new skill around the park! All equipment will be provided.
We recommend that teams be four or fewer individuals. You only need to register one person from your team.
Cost: $15 per team
Age: All (children under 18 must be chaperoned by an adult)
Registration is required.

Grow and Gather: Spring Foraging with Abbie Lehman
2025-05-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Taliesin Preservation, 5607 County Road C, Spring Green, WI, United States
Come explore the Welsh Hills Trail and learn how to forage with our Kitchen Gardener, Abbie Lehman.
Class will begin with a discussion of foraging basics at the base of the trail. Then, we will embark on a two-mile loop through the Welsh Hills to put our new knowledge to the test, identifying common Spring wild edibles along the way!
By the end of this course, you will learn why you should forage, where you can forage, how to forage safely and responsibly, as well as key identification techniques and common plant families.

Supper & Sleight of Hand Featuring Magician Rick Wilcox - Wednesday, May 21st
2025-05-21 17:30 - 20:30 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join team Deliciouser for a very special dinner and a show event featuring magician extraordinaire Rick Wilcox direct from the eponymously named Rick Wilcox Magic Theater in Wisconsin Dells. This evening’s menu is based on our Wisconsin Supper Club Spice collection.
Dinner and a show
-Deliciouser Relish Trays
-Asparagus Soup with Herbes de Provence, Goat Cheese Crouton
-Supper Club Steak Frites or Signature Seasoned Black Cod on Parsnip Purée
-Sherry Custard Cake
Optional drink pairing, as well as a curated selection of wine, spirits and spirit-free cocktails available
Please provide all dietary restrictions and allergies upon booking
Guests enjoy 10% off spices and featured wines at events
Bar & table-side card tricks @ 5:30 p.m.
Dinner @ 6:15 p.m. (Magic show between dinner and dessert)
Tickets: $135 + 20% Service Charge on Food & Drinks
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash

Watercolor Feast with Erin Gleeson - Wednesday, May 28th
2025-05-28 17:30 - 20:30 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us for a special evening with author and artist Erin Gleeson. Erin has recently moved to Madison from California where she’s spent the last several years writing and illustrating her bestselling Forest Feast cookbooks series from her cabin in the redwoods. We are excited to feature a colorful, vegetarian 5-course menu inspired by her cookbooks. Each guest will receive a copy of Erin’s latest book, The Watercolor Feast, which teaches readers to paint fruits, vegetables, and edible flowers. There will be watercolors and fresh produce set out at each table so guests can interact with the medium, learn from Erin, and make time for creativity and conversation over a vibrant meal.
Erin Gleeson is the New York Times bestselling author of The Forest Feast vegetarian cookbook series. Her books have been translated into 10 languages and are sold worldwide. Her 6th book, The Watercolor Feast, will be released April 15, 2025. This book encourages readers to make time for creativity by learning to paint fruits, vegetables, and edible flowers using watercolor. Erin teaches in the Continuing Studies program at Stanford University and writes the weekly Substack newsletter Forest Feast Supper Club. Learn more about Erin here.
A seasonal 5-course vegetarian menu will be served, and each ticket includes a copy of the cookbook
Optional drink pairing, as well as a curated selection of wine, spirits and spirit-free cocktails available
Please provide all dietary restrictions and allergies upon booking
Guests enjoy 10% off spices and featured wines at events
Tickets: $115
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash

LunART Festival 2025: "Her Legacy, Our Voice"
2025-05-28 19:30 - 2025-06-01 14:30 | WYSO Center for Music, 1118 East Washington Avenue, Madison, 53703, United States
LunART starts the summer off with a bang as they present their 2025 LunART Festival: “Her Legacy, Our Voice,” taking place from Wednesday, May 28 through Sunday, June 1. As one of the nation’s few organizations solely dedicated to championing women artists, LunART is rewriting the narrative through electrifying chamber music, powerful interdisciplinary programming, transformative educational opportunities, and soul-fulfilling, impactful discussions.
This year’s festival features three unmissable gala concerts at the Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra Center, headlined by internationally renowned 2025 Composer-in-Residence Dr. Chen Yi. From Chen’s most iconic works to groundbreaking new compositions, the concerts spotlight a thrilling lineup, including world premieres by the 2025 Call for Scores winners, and the return of mezzo-soprano Adriana Zabala as Susan B. Anthony in a riveting song cycle chronicling the suffragist’s landmark trial.
Also taking the stage: the 2025 Composers Hub Cohort will collaborate with Chen in a week of creative exploration, culminating in a genre-defying showcase that amplifies the bold future of women composers.
The festival kicks off with a powerful, intimate panel featuring Chen, Adriana Zabala, and acclaimed portrait artist Desere Mayo—each pushing boundaries and forging space for women’s voices in unique, compelling ways. Mayo’s breathtaking visual art exhibition, which explores the intersection of creativity and social change, will be on display at all festival events.
With intimate performances that blend winds, strings, voices, and piano—and a focus on connection, legacy, and innovation—the 2025 LunART Festival is more than a concert series. It’s a movement. A gathering. A spotlight on the stories that shape us—and the voices leading us forward.
Don’t miss your chance to witness the future of the arts, live and in full force.
Commissioned Artwork
In addition to her participation in the panel discussion and performances, Desere Mayo has been commissioned by LunART to create a commemorative artwork for the Festival 2025 theme, “Her Legacy, Our Voice.” Varieties of her artwork will be available for purchase at all festival events.
Get Your Tickets Today!
Tickets for the 2025 LunART Festival are now on sale and can be purchased at lunartfestival.org. Don’t wait–tickets purchased ahead of time are $30 instead of $35! Or you can partake in our special Gala Concert Bundle and get $10 off your concert experience. Students can present an ID upon arrival to
secure a $15 ticket.
2025 Festival Schedule:
“Her Legacy, Our Voice” Panel Discussion – FREE Admission
Wednesday, May 28, 7:30 PM
The festival will commence with a powerful panel discussion, bringing together three distinguished artists– Composer-in-Residence Dr. Chen Yi, vocalist Adriana Zabala, and portrait artist Desere Mayo – who are actively strengthening the legacy of women in the arts while forging their own unique creative paths.
Gala Chamber Music Concert: HER LEGACY
Friday, May 30, 7:30 PM
Audiences will experience an electrifying journey featuring the vibrant energy of 2025 Chen Yi’s “Qi,” followed by the 2025 Call for Scores Winner Lingbo Ma’s “Dance Unleashed,” a sonata by Eugenie Rocherolle, and a powerful performance of Steven Mark Kohn’s gripping musical drama, “The Trial of Susan B. Anthony,” brought to life by guest mezzo soprano Adriana Zabala.
Gala Chamber Music Concert: OUR VOICE
Saturday, May 31, 7:30 PM
OUR VOICE promises a whirlwind of bold and breathtaking music by an extraordinary lineup of composers, including the trailblazing Rebecca Clarke, the masterful Louise Farrenc, Composer-in-Residence Chen Yi, Sato Matsui in a highly anticipated world premiere, and a spotlight on rising talents – 2025 Call for Scores winners Stella G. Gitelman Willoughby and Jennifer Margaret Barker.
Composers Hub Spotlight Chamber Music Concert – FREE Admission
Sunday, June 1, 2:30 PM
The festival will conclude with the Composers Hub Spotlight Concert. This grand finale of unites seven composers from across the globe, whose distinct creative voices are shaping the landscape of 21st-century music. LunART’s 2025 Composers Hub Cohort will join forces with Composer-in-Residence Dr. Chen Yi for a week of workshops and collaboration, culminating in this one-of-a-kind sonic palette. A reception will follow the concert!
LunART Festival is supported by the Amphion Foundation, Arts and Literature Laboratory, Bolz Center for Arts Administration, the BRAVA Magazine, Dane Arts, Ian’s Pizza, Madison Arts Commission with additional funds from the Wisconsin Arts Board, Marriott Daughters Foundation, Microtone Media, Pleasant T. Rowland Foundation, Willy Street Co-op, WORT, and WYSO.
LUNART’S MISSION is to support, inspire, promote, and celebrate ALL women in the arts through public performances, exhibitions, workshops, and interdisciplinary collaboration; thus enriching our community and creating a welcoming space for learning and experimentation.

Art Show Opening Reception
2025-05-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Gilda’s Club Madison, 7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, 53562, United States
Join us to celebrate the opening of our Community Art Show, view the art exhibition, and meet some of the artists. This is sure to be an evening of powerful art, great music, and time to reconnect with others impacted by cancer. The reception will be held in the backyard (weather permitting). To learn more about our community art show, visit https://gildasclubmadison.org/artshow.
Art is a powerful medium to process a cancer experience, one that facilitates healing and growth. Our annual art exhibition showcases the talent of our members, volunteers, and staff. Art will be exhibited from Thursday, May 29th to Wednesday, June 11th. Questions? Contact autumn@gildasclubmadison.org.

Stand Up Comedy Night at Working Draft Beer Co 5/29
2025-05-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us one Thursday each month at WDBC for Stand-Up Comedy Night. Lots of laughs, a pizza and pretzels, and lots of great beer. There is no cover charge, but the comics wouldn’t mind if you threw in $10 so they can pay their rent 🙂
This month’s show is at 7:30 on Thursday, May 29th and includes sets from host Eli Wilz and four other great comics.
We’ll have a food truck as well, so come hungry!

Gather & Grow: Madison Women's Network
2025-05-30 09:00 - 10:15 | Ether Wellness, 25 N Pinckney St. Ste 310, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us every last Friday of the month for connection, community & meaningful conversation—just for women who work with heart.
You give so much to your work, your clients, and your community. This space is for you.
Gather & Grow is a monthly gathering of women who are building, creating, healing, and leading with purpose. Whether you run a business, hold space for others, or are navigating what’s next—you’ll find like-minded connection, inspiration, and support here.
Each meetup includes a lightly guided theme or prompt to spark real conversation, followed by time to simply be with one another—sharing stories, resources, and encouragement over coffee.
🗓️ When: Friday, May 30thth 9:00-10:15am
📍 Where: Ether Wellness – 25 N Pinckney St., Ste 310, Madison
☕ Free to attend, RSVP encouraged | Coffee provided | All who identify as women are welcome
–> https://EtherWellnessMadison.buzops.com/GatherGrow/105663
📖BONUS CO-WORKING TIME: Did you meet someone you want to connect deeper with? Maybe you have some work to get done? Or maybe you just would like to take a moment to step away from work, grab a good book or journal, and just relax?
✨Enjoy the studio (for FREE) for whatever your mind, body, and soul needs until 12pm!

Embracing the Cycles: A Workshop on Navigating Menstruation for Teens & Their Moms
2025-05-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Ether Wellness, 25 N Pinckney St. Ste 310, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
In this unique side-by-side format workshop, moms and their teen daughters will meet as separate groups to discuss the various phases of the cycle and how to handle the unique challenges that are presented as teens and as moms, respectively. Teens and moms will have the space to share freely and openly, without having to censor themselves for each other.
❤️Workshop Description: Daughters’ Session
In this empowering workshop designed for girls ages 12–16, Kari will explore how the menstrual cycle works — and how to honor the natural rhythms of your body with confidence and care.
Together, we’ll cover:
🌹Understanding the phases of the menstrual cycle
🌹How movement, nutrition, stress, sleep, and self-care impact your hormones
🌹Practical ways to ease PMS symptoms and support hormonal balance naturally
🌹How to track your cycle and start building body awareness (including natural fertility awareness)
🌹Tips for communicating openly with parents, guardians, and trusted adults about your needs
🌹Open space for any questions, advice, or real conversations you want to have
This session is all about helping you feel more connected to your body, supported in your journey, and empowered to make choices that feel right for you — now and into the future.
❤️Workshop Description: Mom’s Session
As the girls meet with Kari, Moms will be led into a different space with Tatiana – for grownups only!
Topics covered will be:
🌹The different phases of the cycle and how to recognize and honor them – both in yourself and in your daughter
🌹How to best support her during the different phases
🌹How to talk to your kids about hard things
🌹A talking circle about where you are at in parenting a teen girl. What are your biggest challenges? How can we support one another in overcoming them?
Expect laughter, tears and a stronger sense of how to be the best mom possible for your young one. We will end with a group bonding exercise designed to help you and your daughter feel closer. Who knows – you might even come away from it with her feeling like she can trust you more as a solid resource when things get tough.
🗓️Friday, May 30th 7-8:30pm
📍Ether Wellness (25 N Pinckney St Ste 310 Madison, WI) – Downtown Madison
🎟️Register as a pair ($85/pair): https://EtherWellnessMadison.buzops.com/EmbracingtheCycles/108695
✨EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Register before May 20th and get $15 off (Use promo code: CYCLE15)✨
Contact Kari Mysker with questions
info@etherwellnessmadison.com

Spring Migration Birding Tour at Pope Farm Conservancy
2025-05-31 07:30 - 09:00 | Pope Farm Conservancy, 7440 Old Sauk Rd, Verona, WI, 53593, United States
Join us for guided Birding Tour at Pope Farm Conservancy on Saturday, May 31st at 7:30 AM. Discover the rich variety of migrating birds as they pass through this beautiful natural area. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just getting started, enjoy a peaceful morning walk through scenic trails while learning about bird species, behaviors, and habitats from local birding expert Mike McDowell. Don’t forget your binoculars and your sense of adventure!
This walk is free and open to the public – no registration is necessary.
Cost: Free and open to the public.
Website: https://www.popefarmconservancy.org/events/migratory-birding-tour/
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Contact: info@popefarmconservancy.org

Festa Italia 2025
2025-05-31 11:00 - 2025-06-01 18:30 | McKee Farms Park, 2930 Chapel Valley Rd, Fitchburg , WI, 53508, United States
Festa Italia, presented by the Italian Workmen’s Club of Madison, WI, is a celebration of Italian heritage with food, music and family fun held in McKee Farms Park in Fitchburg on Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1, 2025.
Saturday, May 31 – 11:00am – 10:00pm
Sunday, June 1 – 10:00am – 6:30pm
Pasta Dinners, Bocce tournaments, cooking demos, soccer skills demo with Forward Madison FC, Italian Folk Dancers, kids games, and a pasta eating contest.
Admission is $7 per day (no pets allowed). Children under 12 are FREE!
Parking is FREE with shuttles from several parking areas.

Shrimp Scampi & Fresh Pasta Workshop - Saturday, May 31st
2025-05-31 12:30 - 14:00 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join Team Deliciouser for our take on the classic Shrimp Scampi in this Fresh Pasta Workshop. Guided by Chef Patrick O’Halloran, you’ll roll and shape fresh pasta, then toss with Shrimp Scampi, seasoned with our Signature Seasoning.
We’ll round out the meal with a Simple Salad, featuring our bold and zesty Mezzogiorno spice blend. Along the way, enjoy stories, expert tips, and the art of balancing flavors for a truly unforgettable dish.
Roll, cook, and savor this timeless favorite with us!
Please provide all dietary restrictions and allergies upon booking
Guests enjoy 10% off spices and featured wines at events
Bar & Shopping @ 12 p.m.
Workshop @ 12:30 p.m.
Tickets: $70
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash

Opening of the Siempre Aprendiendo mural!
2025-05-31 13:00 - 15:00 | 2200 Pennsylvania Ave., 2200 Pennsylvania Ave, Madison, WI, 53704, United States
Join us for the community opening of the highly anticipated Siempre Aprendiendo mural! This gorgeous public art mural is presented in a new green space integrating visual art together with music and nature.

FREE Sunday Ballet Class
2025-06-01 12:30 - 14:00 | Central Midwest Ballet Academy, 2831 Parmenter Street, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Want to add some FREE ballet classes to your life? Join us at Central Midwest Ballet Academy and bring a friend!
Open to all dancers ages 11+ including adults. These classes will be taught by CMB faculty members at an intermediate to advanced level. There is no dress code and the doors will open 20 minutes before class begins. Class is completely free, but please register ahead of time so we know how many to expect.
Registration Link
https://www.cmballet.org/free-sunday-classes

Rooted to Rise: A Movement & Mindset Workshop
2025-06-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Ether Wellness, 25 N Pinckney St. Ste 310, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Rooted to Rise: A Movement + Mindset Workshop
Ground Deeply. Rise Fully.
Ready to root into your body, redefine wellness on your terms, and rise with lasting habits?
Join Kari Mysker, founder of Ether Wellness, and Manisha Bhargava, Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach, for an inspiring, hands-on workshop designed to help you create a grounded, sustainable path to your healthiest self—aligned with your values and what truly matters!
Through a blend of gentle movement, self-reflection, and practical habit-building, you’ll:
✨ Define what wellness truly means to you—beyond the buzzword
✨ Explore the different areas of your life that contribute to your overall well-being
✨ Clarify your personal wellness vision (aka: your best possible self)
✨ Learn a simple system for daily movement, hydration, strength, and recovery
✨ Start building habits rooted in your values—not just your to-do list
This workshop is part movement, part mindset—and all YOU: your body, your vision, your wellness, your way.
No experience needed—just bring your authentic self!
🗓 Sunday, June 1st | 2–4 PM
📍 Ether Wellness | 25 N Pinckney St Ste 310, Downtown Madison
🎟 $75 | Early Bird: $68 by May 20 with promo code RISE7 (limited spots available)
🌿 Bring a journal, wear something comfy, and get ready to root down and rise strong!
Register: https://EtherWellnessMadison.buzops.com/RootedtoRise/108861
Contact Kari Mysker with any questions
info@etherwellnessmadison.com

Concerts on the Rooftop: Wheelhouse - Americana/Bluegrass
2025-06-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center, 1 John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI, 53705, Select a Country:
Enjoy the unparalleled experience of sensational bands and breathtaking views at Concerts on the Rooftop! Dance the night away or just relax with family and friends, A truly unique Madison event.
WheelHouse is a nationally touring Americana and bluegrass band hailing from Madison. As a full-time working band, they perform over 220 shows each year and have garnered attention from national labels. Featuring three- and four-part harmonies, fiddle and guitar leads, and driving rhythm of the upright bass, WheelHouse brings an energy and attitude unique to themselves.
Gates and Cash Bars Open at 5:30PM
William T. Evjue Rooftop Gardens
(Rain Back Up Exhibition Hall)
FREE ticket required for admission through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/concerts-on-the-rooftop-wheelhouse-americana-bluegrass-tickets-1319026576999?aff=oddtdtcreator
or by calling 608.261.4062
Enjoy a special casual concert menu at our rooftop Lake Vista Café or pack your own picnic basket. Carry-in alcohol is not permitted (by law, this includes non-alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content greater than 0.0%.).
Bring a lawn chair for your comfort; seating and shade on the rooftop is limited.
Rain call will be made on the day of the event at 2pm, An email notification will be sent to ticket holders.
Sponsored by MGE, Friends of Monona Terrace, Pabst Blue Ribbon and High Noon.
