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A Christmas Carol
2025-12-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-13 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-13 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Capitol Theater at Overture Center, 201 State St., MADISON, WI, 53703, United States
Our signature production transports audiences into the world of Charles Dickens’ Victorian England & the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge. Join us as the ghosts of Scrooge’s past, present, and future teach him about generosity and the joy of giving! A Madison tradition for over 40 years, with a message that still resonates today.
Recommended for ages 7+
Dec 6, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 7, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 13, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 13, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 14, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 19, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 20, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 20, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 21, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CST

The Pigeon Gets a Big Time Holiday Extravaganza!
2025-12-20 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-14 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-13 13:00 - 17:00 | Starlight Theater at MYArts, 1055 E Mifflin St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
When Mo Willems’ characters get together for the holidays, it’s bound to be the biggest extravaganza ever! The Unlimited Squirrels deck the halls and Elephant and Piggie come ready to celebrate! But will The Pigeon join in the festivities, or will he run all the way to the North Pole in search of the greatest gift ever? Terrific tunes, silly stories, goofy gifts, audience antics: it’s all in this brand-new musical party that sleighs!
Recommended for ages 3+
Happens on the following Dates:
Nov 29, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 29, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 30, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 30, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 6, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 6, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 7, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 13, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 13, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 14, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 14, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 20, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 20, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 21, 2025, 1:00pm to 2:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 21, 2025, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Timezone: CST

Brunch with Santa at Garver Feed Mill
2025-12-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI, 53407, United States
✨ Brunch with Santa at Garver Feed Mill ✨
Saturday, December 20 • 9 AM–2 PM • Atrium, Lounge & Patio
Celebrate the season with a festive brunch experience at Garver Feed Mill! Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, see live reindeer, enjoy a holiday buffet, and explore family-friendly activities. Timed seating and kid VIP perks included.
🎟 TICKETS:
Sold here: lavenderhazehospitality.com/santa
—-Pricing—-
• $45 Adult
• $25 Child (ages 2+)
• Under 2 yrs old, FREE
—-Available Time Slots—-
• 9:00–10:30 AM
• 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
• 12:00–2:00 PM
🎅 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
—-Santa & Mrs. Claus—-
• On-site 9 AM–2 PM
• Sleigh photo area inside the atrium
—-Live Reindeer—-
• Outside main entrance (on the Patio) 10 AM–1 PM
• VIP kids receive priority access
—-VIP Kids Lanyard (Included with every child ticket)—-
• Priority reindeer access
• Complimentary small hot chocolate
• VIP lanyard
🍽 BRUNCH BUFFET MENU:
A festive, elevated buffet featuring:
• Scrambled eggs with herbs and cheddar
• Baked holiday ham
• Crispy breakfast potatoes
• Pancakes with warm syrup
• Rolls with cinnamon whipped butter
• Holiday fruit salad (grapes, pineapple, berries)
• French toast casserole with powdered sugar
• Vegan overnight oats (oat milk, brown sugar, cinnamon)
—-Outdoor Food Truck—-
• Hot Chocolate
• Hot spiced cider
• Holiday cookies
❄️ OUTDOOR COMFORT & ACTIVITIES:
• Fire barrels to keep guests warm
• Cozy kids’ Reading Nook inside the atrium
See you there!!

FEED Kitchens Holiday Bazaar
2025-12-20 09:00 - 13:00 | FEED Kitchens, 1219 N. Sherman Ave., Madison, WI, 53704, United States
Shop local for the Holidays. Visit FEED Kitchens’ annual Holiday Bazaar to shop for your gift giving and holiday table. Meet and support local food entrepreneurs making their products at FEED Kitchens’. The Bazaar will feature baked goods and packed products.

The Little Matchstick Girl Ballet
2025-12-19 19:00 - 2025-12-21 16:00 | Oregon Performing Arts Center, 456 N. Perry Parkway, Oregon, 53575, United States
Presented by One Community Bank –
Come with us on the Little Matchstick Girl’s Christmas Eve journey and find a lost necklace, see flames dance, and shooting stars fly!
Excellent dancing highlights original choreography by Central Midwest Ballet faculty members in this family friendly adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen classic. The narrator guides the audience through this traditional tale. It’s a perfect fit for a new-to-ballet audience member of any age.
Friday, December 19 | 7:00pm
Saturday, December 20 | 2:00 & 7:00pm
Sunday, December 21 | 2:00pm
Sponsored by: Dane Arts, Resonant Capital & The Wisconsin Arts Board
Photo: Kat’s Photography

It's A Wonderful Life: A Staged Live Radio play
2025-12-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Peace Lutheran Church, 701 S Century Ave, Waunakee, WI, 53597, United States
Groundlings Theater presents…It’s A Wonderful Life: A Staged Live Radio play about dreams, sacrifice and redemption in small town America; Directed by Hannah Nies.
Friday, 12/19 and Saturday, 12/20 at 7 pm
Sunday, 12/21 at 2 pm
Just $5/each, you can purchase tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/its-a-wonderful-life-a-staged-live-radio-play
This beloved holiday-season drama is brought vividly to life in a stage adaptation by Anthony E. Palermo of Frank Capra’s classic film of sacrifice and redemption in small-town America. Set in a radio station in the 1940s with live sound effects & live organ music, this poignant drama features 14 actors portraying 35 unforgettable characters.
P.S. Clarence wins his wings.

Gleam & Glow: A 60s Holiday Celebration
2025-12-19 18:00 - 20:30 | History Maker Space, 1 S. Pinckney Street (U.S. Bank Plaza), Madison, 53703, United States
Swing into the ’60s and get ready to celebrate with a hip holiday twist like no other—the Evergleam aluminum Christmas tree! Slide into your sharpest mid-century threads and step into a scene dripping with vintage vibes at the Wisconsin History Maker Space. This pop-up party is sure to be outta sight, complete with retro decorations, fab drinks and a seasonal historic cocktail, delicious nibbles, groovy tunes and a photo opportunity that’s pure gold for snapping your own piece of holiday history.
COST
Adult: $25
Teen: $15
Senior: $15
Child (5-11): $5
Children under 5: Free
Society members receive a 10% discount
Advanced registration is required
Know Before You Go
General Information:
Gleam & Glow: A 60s Holiday Celebration is an all-ages event.
The event will be taking place in the 1st floor lobby of the building as well as the adjacent History Maker Space Gift Shop.
Refreshments & Appetizers:
Purchase of an event ticket includes one complementary beverage – either alcoholic or non-alcoholic depending on the age of the attendee. Attendees must be a minimum of 21 years old with a valid ID to purchase and consume alcohol.
Additional beverages and drinks will be available for purchase.
Appetizers are included in the ticket price.
Building Access:
Access to the building, and therefore the History Maker Space, is through the South Pinckney Street (one of the streets of the Capitol Square) or the East Washington Avenue building entrances.
WHS personnel will be stationed at the above entrances to check-in guests and orient attendees to the event.
At the conclusion of the event, attendees are able to use any of the doors located off the lobby to exit.
Parking:
It is strongly recommended to not park onsite at the U.S. Bank Plaza Building when arriving for this event. The U.S. Bank Plaza parking garage closes after 6 pm and will not reopen until the following Monday when regular business hours at the U.S. Bank Plaza building resume.
If attendees are interested in dropping off family and/or friends before parking, there is space for temporary pull-in/drop-off outside of the U.S. Bank Plaza building.
Instead of parking at the U.S. Bank Plaza, it is recommended to use public parking options.
Public parking is available within two blocks of the U.S. Bank Plaza building through meters and public garages. The nearest parking garage is the Capitol Square North Garage, located at 218 E. Mifflin Street, and approximately two blocks north of the bank building.
For locations and rates of public parking meters, go to the Parking Meters page on the City of Madison website.
Attendees who are interested in learning more or have questions about the event are encouraged to contact Jenny Pederson at jennifer.pederson@wisconsinhistory.org or (608) 669-5160.

Trivia Night at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-12-17 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-12-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Every Wednesday night Working Draft hosts its house-made Trivia.
The top three teams win WDBC gift cards (or other fun prizes) and the last place team gets to pick one category for the next week.
Seats fill up fast, so we recommend getting here early.
We often have a food truck popping up, so you can enjoy some delicious dinner along with your tasty brews (and brain-bending questions). And even if we don’t have a truck on site, you can take advantage of our delicious Sal’s Tomato Pies pizzas and giant soft pretzels from Batch Bakehouse!
This event runs from Feb 12, 2025 to Dec 17, 2025 and happens every:
Wednesdays: 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Bingo Night at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-12-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us for BINGO! It’s free to play, you can win Working Draft merch, gift cards, and other fun prizes!
We always have pizzas from Sal’s and giant pretzels from Batch Bakehouse and often have local food trucks for dinner.
We host Bingo Night every other Tuesday night starting at 6:30.
Yahtzee! I mean, Uno! Um, uh, oh yeah, Bingo!!!
Happens on the following Dates:
Feb 11, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Feb 25, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Mar 11, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Mar 25, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Apr 8, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Apr 22, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
May 6, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
May 20, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jun 3, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jun 17, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 1, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 15, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 29, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Aug 12, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Aug 26, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Sep 9, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Sep 23, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Oct 7, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Oct 21, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 4, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 18, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 2, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 16, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 30, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST

Lego Night at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-12-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Monday nights we are bringing back the childhood classic and nemesis of barefoot parents everywhere – LEGO! Join us from 6:30-8pm for 3 laid-back rounds of Lego fun! You can vote for your faves and even snag Working Draft or Bricks and Minifigs gift cards! We do three rounds of building with Lego. Each round we give you a topic / category, and you build something awesome. The winner of each round gets a gift certificate to Working Draft or our partners in Lego, Bricks and Minifigs – Madison. We’ve got the Lego covered, just bring your cool ideas. Kids are welcome and we either have a food truck or on-site pizzas for dinner! Lego Night is now every Monday at 6:30!

Ravel Noel
2025-12-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Asbury Church, 6101 University Ave, Madison, WI, 53705, United States
Our traditional Christmas concert, this year entitled Ravel / Noël, will commemorate the 150th anniversary of Maurice Ravel’s birth. In addition to selected choruses from G.F. Handel’s ‘Messiah’, we will present a new choral–orchestral piece based on Ravel’s work—the world premiere of a piece by Donald Fraser, commissioned by Festival Choir.

Wisconsin Chamber Choir’s Winter Concert “Carols and Lullabies”
2025-12-13 19:30 - 21:00 | First Unitarian Society, 900 University Bay Drive, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Join the Wisconsin Chamber Choir for a holiday concert featuring beloved carols from around the world, representing European, Latin American, Native American, and African American traditions. The centerpiece of the program is Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest by American composer Conrad Susa, a cycle of ten carols sung in Spanish and Catalan. Guest musicians on harp, guitar, and marimba join the choir and soloists to evoke “a Southwestern piñata party for the new baby,” in the composer’s description.
Both the Southwestern carols and the remaining works on the program reflect the varied ethnic heritages of Wisconsin residents, past and present. Historical and contemporary composers from England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Mexico, Poland, and the US and Canada represent multiple waves of immigration to Wisconsin.
Some of North America’s original inhabitants speak through a pair of unique works. Xicochi conetzintle is an early 17th-century villancico with lyrics in Nahuatl, the main indigenous language of central Mexico. Wyandot’s Realm is a contemporary reinterpretation of the 17th-century Huron Carol by Indigenous Canadian composer Andrew Balfour, sung in Wendat, Ojibwe, and Latin.
Music from the African diaspora includes a moving rendition of Silent Night by Detroit-based gospel singer/songwriter Thomas Whitfield; a powerful setting of Longfellow’s poem, Christmas Bells, by British composer Roderick Williams; and the joyful concluding “Alleluia” from Ballad of the Brown King by Margaret Bonds with lyrics by Langston Hughes.
Tickets are $25 for adults / $5 students, available in advance from www.wisconsinchamberchoir.org or at the door. Discounted tickets are available for children, students, and patrons experiencing financial hardship.
Founded in 1998, the Wisconsin Chamber Choir has established a reputation for excellence in the performance of oratorios by Bach, Handel, Mozart, and Brahms; a cappella works from various centuries; and world premieres. WCC Artistic Director Robert Gehrenbeck, a Professor of Music at UW-Whitewater, has been hailed by critics for his vibrant and emotionally compelling interpretations of a wide variety of choral music. Under his leadership the WCC has presented major works with orchestra as well as innovative programs of rarely heard music by composers from a wide variety of eras, nationalities, and cultures.

Madison Bach Musicians: 15th Annual Baroque Holiday Concert
2025-12-13 14:15 - 17:00 | First Congregational Church, 1609 University Ave., Madison, WI, 53726, United States
Moving and breathtakingly beautiful! This year, savor “Christmas with the Baroque Masters.” Bella Voce (Evanston’s superb vocal ensemble) will join Madison Bach Musicians’ instrumental ensemble in the glorious holiday ambiance of Madison’s First Congregational Church — celestial voices expertly accompanied by Baroque violins, violas, cello, violone, organ, and recorders. Let your season soar, inspired by the instrumental and choral masterpieces of Marc-Antoine Charpentier, Arcangelo Corelli, George Fideric Handel, Heinrich Schütz, Guillaume Bouzignac, and Isabella Leonarda.
Don’t miss the pre-concert lecture!
Learn more and purchase in-person and/or livestream and on-demand tickets at https://madisonbachmusicians.org/holiday-concert/

Fiestas Decembrinas – December 13, 2025
2025-12-13 13:00 - 18:00 | Catholic Multicultural Center, 1862 Beld Street, Madison, 53713, United States
Fiestas Decembrinas is our annual family-friendly celebration of flavor, culture, and community.
This year’s event will take place on:
Saturday, December 13, 2025
1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Catholic Multicultural Center
1862 Beld St., Madison, WI 53713
The day begins with Mass celebrated by Bishop Hying, followed by live entertainment, cultural performances, delicious food, and a lively Christmas Market with local vendors. The event is free and open to the public, and it brings together hundreds of families from across the Madison community. We would love the whole community to be aware of the event.
Thank you for considering this request and for supporting community events that bring people together.

Delicious Natural Bubbling Beverages
2025-12-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Plymouth Community Education & Recreation, 125 S Highland Avenue, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
Get ready to mix, fizz, and ferment with Linda Conroy of Moonwise Herbs! This interactive class teaches you how to craft flavorful, gut-loving bubbling beverages, water kefir and lacto-fermented sodas. You will learn the basic principles of fermentation, necessary equipment, and tips for flavoring and troubleshooting. This immersive class will empower attendees to confidently create their own fermented beverages at home.

Make It Merry: A Family & Friends Crafting Event
2025-12-13 13:00 - 16:00 | History Maker Space, 1 S. Pinckney Street (U.S. Bank Plaza), Madison, 53703, United States
What holiday season is complete without making your own arts and crafts alongside family and friends? Join us for a special session and choose from several decorative mementos to make and take home! Want to make your very own miniature version of a famous Wisconsin Evergleam tree? Join in on paper cutting, folding and decorating as you work to craft your very own 3D snowflakes and stars, holiday banner or ornament—it’s fun for the whole family, and everyone’s invited.
While crafting, stop by Evergleam Dreams: A Vintage Holiday Display pop-up exhibit of holiday memorabilia for inspiration! As you create, enjoy some cider or hot cocoa, and a sweet treat. Also, don’t miss the opportunity to browse the History Maker Space gift shop and get further along on gift-giving for you and yours!
COST
Adult (18-64): $5
Teen (13-17) $5
Senior (65+): $5
Child (5-12): $5
Child Under 5: Free
Society members receive a 10% discount.
Advanced registration is required
Know Before You Go
General Information:
Although the program runs until 4 pm, participants are not required to stay the entire time. The length of the stay will be dependent upon how many decorations participants would like to make.
The Historical Society will provide all the supplies for the maker events. Participants just bring the creativity!
Attendees are encouraged to take home everything they craft.
The History Maker Space is located inside the U.S. Bank Plaza building (1 S. Pinckney Street, Madison, WI 53703)
The event will take place in the History Maker Space Classroom, located off the central 1st floor lobby area.
A limited amount of cider, cocoa, and cookies will be available for participants to enjoy.
Regarding Parking & Access:
Visitor parking is not available onsite at the U. S. Bank Plaza building.
Public parking is available within two blocks of the U.S. Bank Plaza building through meters and garages. The nearest parking garage is the Capitol Square North Garage, located at 218 E. Mifflin Street, and approximately two blocks north of the bank building.
For the locations and rates of public parking meters, go to the Parking Meters page on the City of Madison website.
When entering from the outside, please enter the building through the South Pinckney Street entrance.
Upon entry to the building, participants are to check in with a WHS staff member to confirm their event registration.
Attendees who are interested in learning more about the program are encouraged to contact Jenny Pederson at jennifer.pederson@wisconsinhistory.org or (608) 669-5160.

From Savory to Sweet: A Gingerbread Lunch Workshop
2025-12-13 12:30 - 14:30 | The Deliciouser, 931 E. Main St. Suite 7, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join Pastry Chef Michelle Mau for a cozy seasonal workshop that celebrates the warm, spiced flavors of gingerbread. Michelle will guide you through her techniques for creating a moist, richly flavored gingerbread cake that’s as beautiful as it is delicious—perfect for winter gatherings. After the demonstration, guests will sit down to enjoy a comforting lunch featuring squash soup and our take on a Waldorf salad, followed by Michelle’s gingerbread cake for dessert. Each guest will go home with the recipes, making it easy to recreate these festive flavors in their own kitchen.
Bar & Shopping @ 12:00 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

Garver Holiday Market 2025
2025-12-13 12:00 - 2025-12-14 15:00 | Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI, 53407, United States
❄️ Garver Holiday Market 2025 ❄️
Join us for a 2-day holiday market filled with festive cheer, unique gifts, and local creativity! 🎁🎄
🗓️ Saturday, Dec. 13 | 12–8pm
🗓️ Sunday, Dec. 14 | 11am–3pm
Get into the holiday spirit while browsing a variety of handmade goods, artisan vendors, and one-of-a-kind treasures—perfect for finishing your gift list! 🛍️
🍷 Sip on seasonal cocktails or grab a coffee from Ledger
🍴 Enjoy bites from Garver Lounge and other Garver businesses
-Ian’s Pizza
-Roll Play
-Calliope Ice Cream
🎶 Experience live holiday carols from our community choir
📍 Explore more at Garver (while you’re here!):
-Glitter Workshop
-Kosa Spa
-Grow Greenhouse
-Perennial Yoga
-REAP
-Beaut Hair Salon
-Twig & Olive Photography
✨ Free admission | Fun for the whole family!
We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you at Garver!

Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck & Lobstah Roll New England IPA Beer Release
2025-12-13 12:00 - 18:00 | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
We’ve got a special treat for you, the traveling Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck! From 12-6pm on Saturday, 12/13, they’ll be popping up with lobster rolls, lobster and shrimp tacos, clam chowder and bisque, and even lobster tater tots!
And what goes great with New England Lobster? That’s right, New England IPA, which you may know by the name Hazy IPA. We’ll be releasing a special small-batch of Lobstah Roll Hazy IPA to pair with this delicacy.
🦞 Join us Saturday, December 13th, from noon to 6pm 🦞

Santa Cycle Rampage Saturday
2025-12-13 11:00 - 13:00 | WI
The Wisconsin Bike Fed’s Santas on bicycles will come down Monroe Street to Woodrow Street (by Edgewood College) at about 11:15 on Saturday, December 13. Spectators are welcome, and the Orange Tree Imports will be handing out 100 jingle bells to those who want to cheer on this festive parade. To quote the Bike Fed, “Join hundreds of Santas, Mrs. Claus, elves, reindeer, snowmen, the Grinch, dreidels, and more for a slow-rolling holiday parade on wheels. It’s part bike ride, part costume party, and all-out seasonal joy!”

Holiday Cheese Making
2025-12-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Plymouth Community Education & Recreation, 125 Highland Avenue, Plymouth, WI, 53073, United States
Join herbalist Linda Conroy of Moonwise Herbs in discovering the joy of creating your own artisanal cheeses! Participants will be guided through the process of making simple, yet sophisticated fresh cheeses that are perfect for entertaining or gifting. Gain the knowledge and confidence to create your very own delightful dairy delicacies as we explore the ingredients, techniques, and nuances of cheese making. This class will include samples, recipes, and cheese to take home.

Winter Holiday Concert with Oakwood Chamber Players
2025-12-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Oakwood Village University Woods, 6205 Mineral Point Road, Madison, United States
Get festive with The Oakwood Chamber Players on Tuesday, December 9, as they crack open their treasure trove of beloved holiday tunes, with performances at 3 p.m at Oakwood Villages Prairie Ridge (5565 Tancho Drive), and 7 p.m. at University Woods (6205 Mineral Point Road).
This season, whether you seek peaceful reflection or nostalgic merriment, Oakwood’s annual mix of pops and sacred world music will leave your spirit feeling brighter and lighter. Accessible for audiences of all ages, the lively ensemble of winds and strings will charm kids from “one to ninety-two” with classics such as Vince Guaraldi’s “Christmastime is Here” from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and Frank Bridge’s “Sir Roger de Coverley” from Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.”
Oakwood Chamber Players serve as the professional resident ensemble for the Oakwood Village senior living community. Artistic Directors Valree Casey (oboe/English horn), Nancy Mackenzie (clarinet), Amanda Szczys (bassoon), Marie Pauls (viola), and Maggie Townsend (cello) will be joined by guest violinists Sahada Buckley and Holly Wagner.
Tickets are $25 general admission, $20 seniors, and $5 for students. Run time, 60 minutes, no intermission. For more information and advance ticket sales, visit oakwoodchamberplayers.com.

Beyond Plastics Madison Potluck
2025-12-09 17:30 - 19:30 | Willy Street Co-op AUBERGINE, 1226 Williamson St., Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Beyond Plastics Madison is hosting a special event! Please join us to met the group, learn about our initiatives to address the overuse of plastics in our community, and find out what you can do in your own lives to help the cause!
This event is free and open to those interest in learning about solutions to plastic pollution, but please register by emailing: beyondplasticsmadison@gmail.com
