Wisconsin Events for Tuesday November 10, 2009

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 Reiki I Attunement Class

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 4:00 pm - 8:00pm. Easily Learn to use Reiki on Yourself and Others. This class includes instruction, Reiki I attunement, practice, a manual according to Arline Rowden and a certificate of completion. For more information on Reiki, go to our website To Register for the class or for more information: call: 414-807-0617. Class size: Limited to 2-4 persons. (number of students determines the ending time.) (Exit I94 at T, go south to 2312 on right side of street.) Cost: $125. First time taking a class from me, there is a $20.00 discount. Kindred Spirit Wellness Center, 2312 N Grandview Blvd-Suite 101, Waukesha, Waukesha County. E-mail: shodges@sspiritspace.com Web: www.sspiritspace.com/2009_calendar.html Subjects: Health [E-69848]

 "On,Wisconsin!" Anniversary Events Continue

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 1pm Memorial Union steps. Two events continue the 100th anniversary of the first performance of "On, Wisconsin!" The Badger Band and the UW Concert Choir honor the song. The Badger Band and the Wisconsin Union will hold a birthday bash on the steps of the Memorial Union as Madison Mayor Dave Cieslewicz will declare it "On, Wisconsin! Day." Highlights include a sing-along, special guests, cake and a birthday gift from the band to the public: a special ticket offer for the band's annual Varsity Band Concerts next April. Memorial Union, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-0049. Subjects: Historic, Music, Schools [E-70224]

 Art Dept Tuesday Talk: Cynthia Pachikara

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 5:45pm. Cynthia Pachikara will speak of her video installation work, which is influenced by two eccentric spaces and their associated phenomena. One is the flat, fleeting and visually driven domain of our media culture and its tools. The other is embodied in the spatial characteristics of shadows and their capacity to push the outline of objects into their surroundings while sustaining a unique occupation of the present. UW, 204 Educational Sciences, 1025 W. Johnson St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-1662. Subjects: Art, Schools [E-70146]

 Billions of Years in Turmoil

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 7 to 8pm. The Life and Times of Star Clusters: It is believed that the majority of stars are born in star clusters or cluster environments, and indeed star clusters are the basic building blocks of galaxies. Aaron Geller, astronomy department, will take the audience through the dynamical and evolutionary lifetimes of stars in star clusters and show the exciting lives that some of these stars lead. UW Space Place, 2300 S Park St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-4779. Subjects: Astronomy, Schools [E-70104]

 Discovery Workshop

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 6:23 pm. You will experience, a hands-on workshop, using a combination of breath, touch, movement, and focus to create and allow inner awareness. The results are often a sense of relaxation, inner peace and confidence. These exercises are unique in that they cue the nervous system in a genuine, gentle way to create sustainable changes in perception of life, reaction to stress, and relationship to others. $35. The Network Pulse at Helios Center, 815 Main St, Menomonie, Dunn County. Call 715-235-7333. Subjects: Health, Spirituality, Education [E-69352]

 Distinguished Lecture Series: Dan Ariely

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 7:30pm. Ariely is the author of the new best-selling book "Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions," currently a New York Times bestseller. Free; inquire for ticket distribution information. Wisconsin Union Theater, 800 Langdon St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-2216. Subjects: Books, Schools [E-70105]

 Free Seminar: Home Sweet...Buying Your Home

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Buying your first home can be stressful and a lot of work. Take the confusion out of the home-buying process and spend more time thinking about what colors you're going to want to paint the walls. Summit will give you tips to use while shopping for a home and making an offer. Plus, we'll go over the application process to help make the entire home-buying process simple and enjoyable. Reservations are required by calling (608) 243-5000 or (800) 236-5560. Free. Summit Credit Union, 401 S. Yellowstone Dr, Madison, Dane County. Subjects: Community, Money [E-69771]

 Keyboard Conversations with Jeffrey Siegel

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 7:30 pm. Chopin for Lovers! Each composition of this program was inspired by a different woman in the composer's love life! Concert will include the vivacious E Flat waltz, the touching "farewell waltz," the dreamy larghetto Opus 21, some demonic preludes from Opus 28, and the famous fantasy impromptu. Bring a significant other and enrich your lives with some of the most stirring romantic music ever written! General: $35; UW Students: Free. Mills Hall, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-2201. Subjects: Classical, Music, Theater [E-67439]

 Keyboard Conversations: Chopin for Lovers

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 7:30pm. Each composition of this program was inspired by a different woman in the composer's love life. Jeffrey Siegel will perform pieces including the vivacious E Flat Waltz, the touching "Farewell Waltz," the dreamy larghetto Opus 21, some demonic preludes from Opus 28, and the famous fantasy impromptu. Bring a significant other and enrich your lives with some of the most stirring romantic music ever written. $35 general, free for UW-Madison students. Mills Hall, Mosse Humanities Building, 455 N Park St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-2201. Subjects: Classical, Music, Schools [E-70151]

 La Crosse Fall Education Conference

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. The Alzheimer's Association of Greater Wisconsin announces the 20th Annual La Crosse Fall Education Conference. Registration Fee $65 per person. Facilities sending four or more participants receive discount pricing of $55 per person. Featured Speaker: Janelle L. Cooper, M.D.,F.A.A.N. For registration or more details contact Liz Greenwald at 608-784-5011 today! $65 per person (see note on disount rate). Best Western Midway Hotel, 1835 Rose Street, La Crosse, La Crosse County. Call 608-784-5011. Subjects: Education, Seniors, Health [E-68454]

 Photos From the Fringes of the Former Soviet Union

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. "Satellites" is the culmination of Jonas Bendiksen's fascinating seven-year photographic journey through unrecognized countries, enclaves and isolated communities on the periphery of the former Soviet Union. From Eastern Europe, Central Asia, the Caucasus and Siberia, he takes us into little-known places where the stark legacy of the Soviet collapse continues to evolve. Porter Butts Gallery, Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-3379. Subjects: International, Photography, Schools [E-69403]

 Stop the Hate

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 6pm. A Stop the Hate fundamental program will be conducted in the Pioneer Student Center Wisconsin Room. The two-hour program discusses an introduction and awareness to the Stop the Hate program. Certificates will be given at the end. University of Wisconsin Platteville, 1 University Plaza, Platteville, Grant County. Call Tina Osterholz at 608-342-1089. Subjects: Ethnic, Schools [E-70253]

 UW-Madison Art Dept. Tuesday Talks

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 5:40 pm - 6:30 pm. Cynthia Pachikara will speak of her installation work, which is influenced by two eccentric spaces and their associated phenomena. One is the flat, fleeting and visually driven domain of our media culture and its tools. The other is embodied in the spatial characteristics of shadows and their capacity to push the outline of objects into their surroundings while sustaining a unique occupation of the present. Educational Sciences Building Room 204, 1025 West Johnson Street, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-1660. Subjects: Art [E-68064]

 Veterans' Day - Story Time

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 10:30 - 11:00 am. Honor the men and women who have served our country with this patriotic storytime. Ages 2-5. Registration is required. Please call 262-843-3348. Free. Salem Community Library, 24615 89th St, Salem, Kenosha County. Call 282-843-3348. Subjects: Kids, Books, Families [E-68571]

 Wee Wonders: "Feathered Travelers"

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 9:30 to 10:15am. Birds are on the move as they get ready for winter. Come meet our resident doves, George and Gracie. Explore fun activities that use feathers. Afterward we'll "fly" outdoors and explore like a bird. Dress for the weather! Designed for parents or grandparents with children ages 2-4. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or grandparent for participation in this program. Maximum number of registrants 30, minimum 5. Register by Nov 5. $3.00. Retzer Nature Center, S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, Waukesha County. Call 262-548-7801. Subjects: Kids, Parents, Nature [E-68533]

 What to Eat: A Seven-Discourse Meal

Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 4pm. Monique Hooker, Wisconsin chef, storyteller and author of "Cooking with the Seasons," presents "The Seasonal Connection: From the Land to Your Plate." University of Wisconsin, 2241 Chamberlin Hall, 1150 University Ave, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-3571. Subjects: Food, Books, Schools [E-70103]

 The Creativity Place Boutique

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 21, 2009. Fri 10am-8pm, Sat. 10am-5pm. Three Weekends of handmade items from more than 30 local crafters. Find your home decor needs or gifts for that special person. We have primitive painted wood decor, 2 sided table runners and placemats, tree skirts, dish cloths, tea towels, floral, dip mixes, dip servers, wine bottle cheese boards servers, fiber art, border framed pictures, jewelry-sterling silver, swarovski crystals, natural stones and fused glass and much more. Come be amazed by this fabulous show. 10th YEAR!!!!!!!!! The Creativity Place Boutique/ I94 to Exit 2 in Hudson, 769 Martin Avenue, Hudson, St. Croix County. Call 715-377-9319. E-mail: thecreativityplace@yahoo.com Subjects: Sales [E-69966]

 Watertown Farmers' Market

Tuesday, May 19, 2009 through Tuesday, November 10, 2009. 7am-1pm. Visit the Watertown Farmers' Market located in beautiful Riverside Park. At the market you'll find a wonderful assortment of items such as in-season produce, honey, annual and perennial flowers, meats, baked goods and handmade crafts. Enjoy the market while sipping specialty coffee drink or Italian soda. Cooking demonstrations and music periodically through season. Riverside Park, Labaree St, Watertown, Dodge County. Call 920-261-6320. Subjects: FarmMarkets [E-66280]

 Zumba Gold

Wednesday, October 7, 2009 through Wednesday, November 11, 2009. at 1:00 pm. Zumba is a 'feel-happy' workout to Latin music, appropriate for all adults. Move with the music. You don't need a partner, you can even enjoy this from a chair. Sponsored by the St. Francis Rec. Dept. $4 per session or $15 for six sessions. St. Francis Public Library, 4230 S Nicholson Avenue, St Francis, Milwaukee County. Call 414-481-7323. Subjects: Fitness, Health, Books [E-68526]

 Glendale Senior Citizen's Activities

Wednesday, October 28, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. 2:00 p.m. The Glendale Senior Citizens Club will have its next general meeting in the Senior Center at Glen Hills Middle School, 2600 W. Mill Road, at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11th. The entertainment will feature Dr. Robert Teske, Executive Director of the Milwaukee County Historical Society, who will give a photo slide presentation of works by Lyle Oberwise, a photographer of the Milwaukee scene during the 1930s to the 1980s. Visitors welcome. Call 414-540-2100 for further information. Glen Hills Middle School, 2600 W Mill Rd, Glendale, Milwaukee County. Subjects: Community, Museums, Seniors [E-69897]

 Ice Worlds at the IMAX

Friday, June 12, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. Ice Worlds - opens June 12 through December 11, 2009 Travel to the Arctic and Antarctic to examine the ecosystems that live and thrive in that region, and see how their survival is connected with our own. Next, travel beyond Earth, where you'll see how the existence of ice shapes the landscape and the natural systems on other planets and moons in our solar system. Ice Worlds finishes with the MPM-produced The Pluto Story, a look at the popular ex-planet. Milwaukee Public Museum, 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-319-4629. Subjects: Environment, Nature, Museums [E-66337]

 Pathological Processes

Wednesday, September 9, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. All day, during Library hours. Stunning oils and prints depicting viruses and bacteria. In various media, including oil and digital prints, Olear hopes to provoke thought and discussion regarding the public perceptions of body, disease and health. This vibrant, provocative show runs until Nov. 12. Meet the artist from 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 9. Ebling Library in the Health Sciences Learning Center, 750 Highland Ave, Madison, Dane County. Call 608 262-2402. Subjects: Art, Health, Science [E-68951]

 Pathological Processes: The Art of Laura Olear

Wednesday, September 9, 2009 through Thursday, November 12, 2009. 4-6pm opening reception. Stunning oils and prints depicting bodily organs, viruses and bacteria. In various media, including oil and printmaking, Olear hopes to provoke thought and discussion regarding the public perceptions of body, disease and health. Meet the artist from 4-6m Wednesday. UW Ebling Library, Health Sciences Learning Center, 3rd floor, 750 Highland Ave, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-2402. Subjects: Art, Schools [E-68862]

 Bone Marrow Drive

Monday, November 9, 2009 through Friday, November 13, 2009. 9:30am-4:30pm. An estimated 140,000 people in the US will be diagnosed with a blood cancer in 2009 and will require treatment with bone marrow transplants. Over 70% of these patients must rely on an unrelated donor to offer them this precious gift of life but only 3 out of 10 patients currently receive the transplant they need-YOU CAN HELP! Stop by Skywalk Pharmacy at Childrens Hospital to discuss donor commitment and/or have a cheek swab done to be listed as a potential donor on the national registry. Free. Skywalk Pharmacy at Childrens Hospital of Milwaukee, 9000 W Wisconsin Ave #211, Wauwatosa, Milwaukee County. Call 414-266-1893. Subjects: Health, Kids, Community [E-69709]

 Crossing Over 2009

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Friday, November 13, 2009. 5-8pm opening reception. Gallery hours: Monday-Wednesday & Friday-Saturday, noon-5 pm; Thursday, noon-7 pm. The annual invitational Scholarship/Fellowship exhibition, featuring the work of graduate and undergraduate students in UWM's Department of Visual Art. Free. UWM Union Art Gallery/UWM Peck School of the Arts, 2200 East Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-229-6310. Subjects: Art, Schools [E-69211]

 Alumni Exhibition

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Saturday, November 14, 2009. October 23 from 4-6 pm. Featuring a number of alumni from recent graduates to more established artists this exhibit will include a variety of media and styles. Invited artists include Mutope Johnson, Frank Korb, Rachel Roemer, Patrick Turner and Greg Gent. Greenhill Center of the Arts - Crossman Gallery, 930 W. Main Street, Whitewater, Walworth County. Call 262-472-2222. Subjects: Art [E-69765]

 Deathtrap by Ira Levin

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Saturday, November 14, 2009. Sidney Bruhl's plays used to be box office gold, but his last few productions have flopped hard. When a young writer hands off a thriller to Sidney for input, the veteran writer sees an opportunity to resurrect his floundering career. He decides to concoct a plot to murder the unknown writer and pass the play off as his own. But there's a flaw in his plan, and Sidney soon finds he has unwittingly written himself into a mystery that will cause his world to spiral out of control. Call for ticket prices. Sunset Playhouse Furlan Auditorium Mainstage, 800 Elm Grove Rd, Elm Grove, Waukesha County. Call 262-782-4430. Subjects: Theater [E-65328]

 NEW! Our Changing Universe

Saturday, May 9, 2009 through Saturday, November 14, 2009. 10:00 a.m. Join Beaver Creek Reserve Observatory Coordinator Jim Fitzl as he presents a series of three programs/workshops on the development of the science of astronomy from ancient times through today. Programs will be on the second Saturday of each quarter. The programs will cover 1) Ancient times to Copernicus, 2) Copernicus to Edwin Hubble, 3) Edwin Hubble to the present. Friends $5 Adult Nonmembers $7Adult. Beaver Creek Reserve, S1 County Road K, Fall Creek, Eau Claire County. Call 715-877-2212. Subjects: Science [E-64315]

 "From Earth to the Universe"

Thursday, October 15, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. Wonders from the far reaches of the universe will be brought down to Earth. A collection of 40 striking images of galaxies, planets and more will be on public display. The colorful exhibit is part of a worldwide celebration of the International Year of Astronomy, 400 years since Galileo used his telescope to peer beyond the Earth. Local exhibit organizer Laura Trouille was awarded a NASA grant to develop an exhibit for Wisconsin audiences. UW Whitewater, Whitewater, Walworth County. Call 262-472-2222. Subjects: Astronomy, Schools [E-67187]

 At Close Range: Exploring the West in MMoCA's Permanent Collection

Thursday, October 15, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. At Close Range: Exploring the West in MMoCA's Permanent Collection explores the iconography, from cowboys to coyotes and from plains to pastures, found in works from the permanent collection of the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. Referencing Manifest Destiny and Native American rituals, the works of art in this show represent both ancient and current modes of thought about landscape, nationhood, and individuality. Madison Museum of Contemporary Art - MMoCA, 227 State Street, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-257-0158. Subjects: Art, Museums [E-62635]

 Birds in Art

Saturday, September 12, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. Tues-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat-Sun 12-5. To paraphrase Gertrude Stein, "Bird is a bird is a bird is a bird." Or is it? When artists from around the globe interpret this subject, they go far beyond this statement to create a microcosm of the world's rich avian diversity. Each of the 140 works comprising this year's Birds in Art reflects the universal appeal of birds and the venerable tradition of birds as a source of inspiration. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9 am-4 pm, Thursday 9am-7:30 pm, Saturday-Sunday Noon-5 pm. Free. Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, 700 N 12th St, Wausau, Marathon County. Call 715-845-7010. Subjects: Art, Museums, Galleries [E-68874]

 Eatery/wait/Staff Competition

Tuesday, October 27, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. Best Friends of South Central WI. Inc (formerly Big Brothers Big Sister) is hosting its 1st Annual Favorite Eatery/Wait Staff competition. Eight local Portage establishments have agreed to participate. You their customers vote for a quarter (25 cents)as many times as you like for them. The establishment with the most ($) will win a trophy for their loyal customers to admire. Look for posters around town and at your favorite restaurant. quarter (25 cents) a vote. Best Friends, 240 1/2 W. Cook Street, Portage, Wi, Columbia County. Call 608-742-4742. Subjects: Food [E-69886]

 Happy Now? by By Lucinda Coxon (Midwest Premiere)

Tuesday, October 20, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. Directed by Jon Jory. In her "thirty-something" world of well-educated, well-networked and well-meaning friends, Kitty's life is overflowing. There's her gay friend and confidant, the troubled married couple next door, her kids, her aging parents, her husband and the work colleague trying to seduce her into some uncomplicated and meaningless sex. A recent London hit, this is a starkly comic new play on contemporary life and how to survive it. Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Quadracci Powerhouse, 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-224-9490. Subjects: Theater [E-65857]

 Mystery Objects Challenge! What are these things anyhow?

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. times vary. A hands-on puzzling annual museum event: 150 curiosities, tools, antiques, odd toys, & whatchamacallits to try to figure out what they are. Clues are posted for most of the gizzmos & gadgets, but the clues may help or may not! Try the Objects in A Box Challenges, too. Saturday Hours: 10-5; Sun: 11-4; Thur & Fri 11-5; other times by appointment for groups. Don't miss this fun & thinking. Best for ages 4-104. Advance discounts for groups. $5/person, all ages. Free parking. Logic Puzzle Museum, downtown historic district, 533 Milwaukee Ave (Hwy 36), Burlington, Racine County. Call 262-763-3946. Subjects: Kids, Families, Seniors [E-70077]

 Savvy Caregiver Training Program

Monday, October 12, 2009 through Sunday, November 15, 2009. 5:30 pm. Taking care of a person with Alzheimer's is specialized work that goes beyond our usual role as spouse or child. The six-week Savvy Caregiver training series helps participants experience success as caregivers by focusing on the skills needed to accomplish the principal task of the family caregiver — managing day-to-day life. This program can help you make changes that will benefit you and your entire family. Enrollment limited; pre-registration is required. $30 per person; scholarships available. West Square Building, 505 Broadway St, Baraboo, Sauk County. Call 608.742.9055. Subjects: Health, Education, Families [E-69492]

 Savvy Caregiver Training Program

Tuesday, October 13, 2009 through Tuesday, November 17, 2009. 9:30 am. Taking care of a person with Alzheimer's is specialized work that goes beyond our usual role as spouse or child. The six-week Savvy Caregiver training series helps participants experience success as caregivers by focusing on the skills needed to accomplish the principal task of the family caregiver — managing day-to-day life. This program can help you make changes that will benefit you and your entire family. Enrollment limited; pre-registration is required. $30 per person; scholarships available. Dodge Point Country Club, 1771 County Road YD, Mineral Point, Iowa County. Call 608.843.3402. Subjects: Health, Education, Families [E-69493]

 Artful Bras

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Artful Bras is a display of whimsically embellished bras for auction. 100% proceeds will benefit uninsured women to receive breast health services at the not-for-profit Lake Area Clinic in Oconomowoc. View the "Artful Bras" - Then bid and bid often! Make a difference in someones life! Lakes Gallery of Fine Art, N76 W31428 County Rd. V. V, North Lake, Waukesha County. Call 262-966-1804. Subjects: Art, Health, Auctions [E-70213]

 Glendale Seniors go to The Fireside

Thursday, October 29, 2009 through Wednesday, November 18, 2009. 9:30 a.m. The Glendale Senior Citizen's Club will take a bus tour to The Fireside Theater on Wednesday, November 18th to see "Miracle on 34th Street - Here's Love." The bus will leave the parking lot at Glen Hills Middle School, 2600 W. Mill Road at 9:30 a.m. The cost of the tour is $78, which includes the play, transportation, and lunch. Visitors are welcome. Please call 540-2100 for further information. Glen Hills Middle School, 2600 W Mill Rd, Glendale, Milwaukee County. Subjects: Seniors, Theater [E-69898]

 Bow Hunting Season/ White-Tailed Deer

Saturday, September 12, 2009 through Thursday, November 19, 2009. . Statewide. Call 1-888-936-7463 (1-888-WDNR INFO) 608-266-2621. Subjects: Hunting [E-67988]

 Bow Hunting Season/ White-Tailed Deer

Saturday, September 12, 2009 through Thursday, November 19, 2009. . Statewide. Call 1-888-936-7463 (1-888-WDNR INFO) 608-266-2621. Subjects: Hunting, Wildlife [E-68634]

 Computer Basics at St Francis Library

Thursday, October 1, 2009 through Thursday, November 19, 2009. 6:30-8:00 pm. If you are new to computing or know a little about computers, this class is for you. In this 8 week class you will learn how a computer operates, how to use email, how to use the internet and the basics of using Microsoft Word. Instructor: Becky Anderson, certified by the Wisconsin Technical College System. $25. St. Francis Public Library, 4230 S Nicholson Avenue, St Francis, Milwaukee County. Call 414-481-7323. Subjects: Computers, Education, Hobbies [E-68522]

 Savvy Caregiver Training Program

Thursday, October 15, 2009 through Thursday, November 19, 2009. 9:30 am. Taking care of a person with Alzheimer's is specialized work that goes beyond our usual role as spouse or child. The six-week Savvy Caregiver training series helps participants experience success as caregivers by focusing on the skills needed to accomplish the principal task of the family caregiver — managing day-to-day life. This program can help you make changes that will benefit you and your entire family. Enrollment limited; pre-registration is required. $30 per person; scholarships available. UW Richland, Melvill Hall, Room 408, 1200 Hwy 14 West, Richland Center, Richland County. Call 608.843.3402. Subjects: Health, Education, Families [E-69494]

 UW Arboretum Class

Thursday, October 22, 2009 through Thursday, November 19, 2009. 9 am -4 pm. Arboretum Corps of Discovery: Communicating Nature. Emulating the nature journals of Lewis and Clark, participants will be trained in a series of four workshops that include a diversity of skill-building activities in writing, photography and sketching/drawing. The workshops are about the creative integration of these skills with documentation of the changes that will take place at the Arboretum over the next few years. $95 for all four sessions (October 22 and 29; November 12 and 19). UW Arboretum Visitor Center, 1207 Seminole Highway, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-263-7888. Subjects: Nature, Writing, Environment [E-68402]

 Día de Los Muertos Ofrendas Exhibit

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Friday, November 20, 2009. 5 to 7:30pm opening reception. Celebrate the tradition of honoring family and friends who have passed with this eclectic selection of local and regional artists providing their perspective on the custom. This exhibition will feature a variety of colorful altars celebrating Día de Los Muertos and is among our most visited exhibitions every year. Opening Reception in the Latino Arts Gallery. Free. United Community Center / Latino Arts, Inc, 1028 South 9th Street, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call 414-384-3100. Subjects: International, Art, Galleries [E-68412]

 Iowa County Humane Society - Advance Online Bidding for Silent Auction

Friday, October 23, 2009 through Friday, November 20, 2009. All day. New this year: advance online bidding for select items in the ICHS Silent Auction "Fun"-Raiser! All proceeds go directly to the Iowa County Humane Society in Dodgeville, WI. Iowa County Humane Society, 3207 Bennett Road, Dodgeville, Iowa County. Call 608-930-0883. Subjects: Auctions, Pets, Community [E-69844]

 Movin' on Up: The Changing Face of School of Human Ecology

Tuesday, September 8, 2009 through Friday, November 20, 2009. 9am to 4pm. This exhibition of models, plans and design details for the major addition and renovation of the School of Human Ecology's 1914 building provides a road map for the school's transition. A portion of the gallery will present a rotating installation of design studies class critiques, portfolio reviews and student work. University of Wisconsin, 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, Dane County. Call 608-262-8815. Subjects: Schools [E-68860]

 Super Smash Brothers Tournaments

Sunday, September 27, 2009 through Sunday, November 22, 2009. 1:00 - 6:00 pm. Show off your skills in Super Smash Brothers tournaments. Prizes awarded for 1st - 4th places. Doors open at 12:30; tournaments start at 1:00. Registration is required for qualifications in the tournament. Call 262-843-3348. Events held on Sunday, Sept. 27th and Sunday, Nov. 22nd. Ages 12 - Adult. Free. Salem Community Library, 24615 89th St, Salem, Kenosha County. Call 282-843-3348. Subjects: Families, Teens, Gaming [E-68720]

 Wounded in America

Friday, September 11, 2009 through Sunday, November 22, 2009. 5:30-8:30 pm reception Oct 16. The "Wounded in America" documentary project features the work of photographer Robert Drea, and writer Stephanie Arena. The project will be exhibited in the Northwestern Mutual Art Gallery. The opening reception will be Oct. 16, in conjunction with Gallery Night. Gallery hours are noon-4 pm Sunday through Friday. The gallery is located in the Joan Steele Stein Center for Communication Studies/Fine Arts at Stritch. Admission is free. Cardinal Stritch University, 6801 N Yates Rd, Milwaukee, Milwaukee County. Call (414) 410-4105. Subjects: Art, Photography [E-68771]

 Art Show Opening: Sharon Slimmen--Quilter

Saturday, October 10, 2009 through Saturday, November 28, 2009. 2-6 pm Sat. Opening Celebration: Meet the artist from 2-6 pm Saturday, October 10. Live music and refreshments provided. Many of Ms. Slimmen's collectible pieces will be offered for sale.The show will remain open during regular business hours (Thurs-Sat: 10-5) until the end of November. We are located in a 100 year old one-room schoolhouse in Beach Corners just North of Ettrick on Hwy 53. Free. Beach Corner School, 2 miles North of Ettrick, W14234 County Hwy C, Ettrick, Trempealeau County. Call 608-525-7104/608-525-2028. Subjects: Art, Museums, Crafts [E-69447]

 Debra Grall Art Exhibit

Friday, November 6, 2009 through Saturday, November 28, 2009. Free art exhibit featuring the work of Debra Grall, "Snow', showcasing the beauty of elderly women. Opening reception Friday, November 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. FREE. Portage Center for the Arts, 301 E Cook St, Portage, Columbia County. Call 608-742-5655. Subjects: Art, Galleries [E-69742]