TUNES AT MONONA TERRACE
Wednesdays, 5:30-7PM
Free and open to the public
The Evjue Foundation, Inc., the charitable arm of The Capital Times, and Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center are proud to sponsor these free community
concerts. Concessions and cocktails are available for purchase beginning at 5PM.
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MAY |
| 21 |
The Reptile Palace Orchestra - (Balkan
Dance Groove)
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September |
| 10 |
TBA
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| 24 |
TBA
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October |
| 8 |
TBA
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| 22 |
TBA
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November |
| 5 |
TBA
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| 19 |
TBA
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December |
| 3 |
TBA
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COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, August 3
Tours start in the Gift Shop
Enjoy a free-guided tour of the building at 1PM.
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T'AI CHI AT MONONA TERRACE
Tuesdays & Thursdays
May 13-29
June 3-26
September 2-30
12:00 - 12:45PM, Rooftop
Sessions introduce fundamental T'ai Chi in an easy to learn routine. Free and open to the public with registration
available on site. Wear loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes. In case of inclement weather, class will be
cancelled. Please call Monona Terrace at 608.261.4000 after 11AM the day of event for cancellation information.
Instruction provided by T'ai Chi Center of Madison LLC.
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WRIGHT LECTURE SERIES
7PM, Lecture Hall
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
The lecture series is sponsored by Southwest Chapter AIA Wisconsin, Monona Terrace, and Frank Lloyd Wright® Wisconsin.
Thursday, May 22
"Victor Sidy: Apprentice, Architect, Educator"
Presented by Victor Sidy, Dean of Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture
Victor Sidy, the Dean of the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture will be on hand to present an overview
of his wide ranging body of work as well as recent work from the studios at Taliesin. Mr. Sidy is an architect,
inventor, writer, and lecturer. He received his architectural training from the Frank Lloyd Wright School of
Architecture after receiving the Flinn Foundation Scholarship and Robert C. Byrd Scholarship. He has worked
with artists, architects, and planners in Russia, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United States and has
taught students from elementary school to graduate school in a variety of architecture-related fields. Mr.
Sidy hosted a television series on architecture for EMG Satellite Television that aired from 1996 to 1998
and was the youngest member of Architecture Magazine's May 1999 feature "Young Americans."
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CHASE CONCERTS ON THE ROOFTOP
Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM
Concessions (sandwiches, snacks, beer, wine, cocktails, and soft drinks) are available for purchase
beginning at 5:30PM. Just a reminder... state law prohibits alcoholic beverages from being brought to the rooftop of Monona Terrace, a licensed facility.
Smoking is also prohibited on the rooftop of Monona Terrace.
| JUNE |
| 05 |
Clear Blue Betty - Midwestern Rock N' Roll |
| 12* |
West Side Andy and Mel Ford Band - Rythmn & Blues |
| 19 |
The Gomers - Madison's House Band (comedy, Rock, Classics) |
| 26 |
KOJO - Reggae, Calypso, Soca |
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| JULY |
| 10 |
Clyde Stubblefield Band - Funk/Rhythm & Blues |
| 17 |
Mama Digdown's Brass Brand - New Orleans Jazz |
| 24 |
Queenie & the Blue Cats - Blues |
*If inclement weather, please call (608) 261-4000 after 2PM for concert location or cancellation.
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DANE DANCES!
Fridays, 5:30-9:30PM
Dane Dances! is a community event created to help break down racial barriers and bring people of diverse backgrounds
together for a night of FREE entertainment and dancing. There will be ethnic food vendors and cocktails available for
purchase beginning at 5PM. DJ Laurie Mlatawou will perform each evening at 5:30 and 7:30PM.
| August |
| 01* |
Kali Kalor - "Cumbia" |
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The Davis Family Band - Jazz, Classic R&B, Top 40 |
| 08* |
Black 'n White - Mix of Reggae, Rock, Soul, Jazz |
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Streetlife - R&B, Jazz, Contemporary Styles |
| 22* |
David Hecht & Primitive Culture - Reggae, Funk, World Beat, R&B |
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!Que Flavor! - Afro-Cuban, Latin |
| 29 |
Nelly Tiger Travis Blues Band - Urban R&B |
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MadiSalsa - Latin Jazz, Salsa |
*In the case of inclement weather, please call (608) 261-4000 after 2PM for concert location or cancellation information.
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LAKESIDE KIDS!
Wednesdays, 10-11AM
FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Come to the Monona Terrace on Wednesday mornings and enjoy this fun children's program. Local performers and organizations
will provide entertainment, hands-on fun, and learning for children ages 4 to 8.
Programs will be held on the rooftop unless otherwise indicated. In the event of inclement weather, program will be moved inside. Please call (608) 261-400 after 8:30AM the day of event for program location.
If transporting kids by bus, please call 608-261-4062 at least 48 hours prior to event.
| JUNE |
| 18 |
Summer Passport Kick-off Event (Exhibition Hall)
10AM-12PM
Eight Different Activity Stations |
| 25 |
YMCA Activity Hour (Exhibition Hall) |
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| JULY |
| 9 |
What do I Spy in the Night Sky? (Exhibition Hall)
presented by UW Space Place |
| 16 |
WADOMA (West African Dance of Madison) |
| 23 |
Cashel Dennehy School of Irish Dance |
| 30 |
Songs and Stores from Around the Earth
Clare Norelle - Musician and Storyteller |
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Monona Terrace Tour and Sunset Dinner Cruise
Wednesday, September 17, 6-9PM
Reservations Required, $100/couple; $60/person
Take this unique opportunity to tour Monona Terrace and then view it from a Betty Lou
Dinner Cruise. The evening begins on the beautiful rooftop garden of Monona
Terrace with a glass of wine and hors d'oeuvres. You will then be taken on a
special after-hours tour of Monona Terrace. The evening will conclude on a Betty
Lou Cruise for a three-entree dinner buffet and sunset cruise... providing the
most picturesque views of the city. This is an experience you will not want to
miss! To make a reservation, call 608.261.4062.
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