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Hop on over and join us on Sunday, March 29th at Poppy & Tradition for a festive Easter Egg Hunt! We'll have lots of colorful eggs hidden throughout the shops with sweet surprises, and plenty of springtime fun! There will be treat filled eggs for children and adults can keep an eye out for golden…
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Visit Craftsman Table & Tap for Beero Bingo Sundays! From 1:30-3:30 p.m. on select Sundays, Craftsman teams up with a different regional brewery to host BINGO, with fun prizes and beer specials. • It's free to play • You can play two cards each game! • $2 off drafts served by the specific brewery…
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The Saint John’s University (MN) Men’s Chorus, under the direction of Dr. Bradley Miller, will present a concert of sacred and secular music at Holy Wisdom Monastery at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 29. Highlights include Rosephanye Powell’s The Word Was God, Stacey Gibbs’ stunning setting of Steal Away, the premier performance of Peter Brown’s…
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This event is sold out. Maybe you have a sourdough starter and know how to make bread, but what about the other things you can do with both active starter and “discard?” Come learn to use sourdough in everyday cooking and baking. Taste test and get experience making some classics—sourdough pizza dough, tortillas, pancakes, and…
$30 – $40
The Village Green in Downtown Middleton hosts trivia every Monday starting at 7 p.m. Free to play with prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last place!
Free
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How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
Test Your Knowledge on Tuesday Nights at The Kickback! 🎉 Trivia Night is here! Join The Kickback Bar at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday night for an evening of fun, laughter, and brain-busting questions with Premier Trivia. 🕗 When: Every Tuesday, starting at 6:30 PM 📍 Where: The Kickback – 7622 Lisa Ln, Middleton, WI Gather your friends, form a team,…
Join Longtable Beer Cafe for trivia on Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. It is free to play PLUS a chance to win great prizes. 🥇$30 Longtable Gift Card 🥈$20 Longtable Gift Card🥉$10 Longtable Gift Card On Tuesdays, Longtable features Bottles on the Bottom -- 30% off select large format beers, perfect for bottles shares with…
Free
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Join The Kickback Bar for six rounds of group match play followed by single elimination playoffs for Prizes from rotating craft brewery hosts! Tournament registration and first sponsored beverage all for $5. Registration at 6 p.m., with announcements and group start at 6:30 p.m. Current craft brewery schedule: Jan. 7 - Warm Belly Farms Cider…
$5
Join Middleton Sport Bowl at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday for Bingo Night. It is free to play and offers cash prizes. |
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How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate Meet the author, Susan ‘Jazz’ Mendenhall, at 11 a.m., April 2, at Kylee's Gift Cottage. Jane, an 83-year-old widow, sets out to rediscover herself after her husband’s death by creating a list of twelve goals. Along the way, she navigates grief while finding new purpose, independence, and joy in her later years. One who values…
Free
Join Middleton Sport Bowl for America's Pub Quiz weekly Trivia Nights starting at 7 p.m. on Thursdays. The top winning teams will receive gift cards. |
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The 2026 Golden Gloves Boxing Tournament is returning to the Madison Marriott West in Middleton on April 3 - 4. The Wisconsin Golden Gloves State Tournament brings top amateur boxers from across the state together to compete for a championship title. Fighters who advanced through regional tournaments step into the ring for a series of…
$28.52
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Join the fun on Friday, April 3, as the Madison Capitols hockey team takes on the Green Bay Gamblers. The puck drop is at 7:05 p.m. Ticket prices: $17.50 - Tier 1 $19.50 - Tier 2 $21.50 - Glass Seat $25.50 - All You Can Eat & Drink, Kids 12 & Under $34.50 All You…
$17.50 – $39.50
Think you’ve got what it takes to outlast the competition? Join The Kickback Bar for Three Strikes Pinball Tournament! When: 7 p.m. (registration starts at 6:30 p.m. – arrive early to sign in) Cost: Coin drop (just pay to play the machines – no extra entry fee) How It Works: Friday Night Strikes features a… |
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Mark your calendars for the second annual Middleton Fire Company No. 1 community Easter Egg Hunt from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, April 4th, at Firemen's Park. This event is in honor of John Miller, a longtime Fire Company member who served the Middleton Community for 47 years as a firefighter and worked extensively…
Free
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Ready for Middleton’s Biggest Egg Hunt? Infinity Martial Arts will have THOUSANDS of Easter Eggs ready to be found on April 4. That's just the start! Easter eggs are cool and all, but the prizes and games are even better. After the kids have scooped up all of the eggs, get a free picture with…
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Hop on over to Miggy's on Saturday, April 4 for a visit with the Easter Bunny! The Easter Bunny will be there from 10 -11:30 a.m. and they'll be serving up Easter-themed cookies all day! Every customer can also grab an Easter egg for a prize varying from candy to gift cards and more. Coffee… |
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Join Chef Mike to delve into some delicious dishes using mushrooms. This overview of mushroom cookery includes a roasted mushroom roulade with crispy, buttery layers of phyllo dough; oyster mushroom and bay scallop stew with a crusty baguette; and rich duxelle with toast points. Recipes contain: milk, shellfish, dairy, wheat. Demonstration with hands-on opportunities. $30…
$30 – $40
The Village Green in Downtown Middleton hosts trivia every Monday starting at 7 p.m. Free to play with prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last place!
Free
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5 events,
How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
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Homemade bone broth that gels is an indication of bone broth rich in collagen, and it is so delicious and accessible to make! Come learn a number of ways to prepare broth with bones from any kind of animal you have access to. This simple superfood is such a gift to our joints, skin, gut,…
$30 – $40
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Join author Randy Hoffman from 6 to 7 p.m., April 7, at the Middleton Public Library to hear about his book, Great Nature Wisconsin. Great Nature Wisconsin is a fun, practical guide for getting families outside. The book features 400 different spots across the state, offering everything from quick daily walks to full week-long adventures. Rather than just…
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Join Miggy's Bakes from 5:30 - 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 8, for a chick cake decorating class. Participants will be decorating mini lemon cakes with lemon curd filling and vanilla buttercream. They will be little chick faces with fresh flowers for decor! Choose to decorate a single cake by yourself, or share a cake with…
$95 – $130
Join Middleton Sport Bowl at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday for Bingo Night. It is free to play and offers cash prizes. |
2 events,
How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
Join Middleton Sport Bowl for America's Pub Quiz weekly Trivia Nights starting at 7 p.m. on Thursdays. The top winning teams will receive gift cards. |
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Think you’ve got what it takes to outsmart the room? 🧠✨ Round up your trivia dream team and join us this Friday (4/10) for a night of laughs, random facts, and a little friendly competition! 🍗 Fuel up first — The Roost will be serving from 5–8 PM with fried chicken sandwiches, cheese curds, tenders,…
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Think you’ve got what it takes to outlast the competition? Join The Kickback Bar for Three Strikes Pinball Tournament! When: 7 p.m. (registration starts at 6:30 p.m. – arrive early to sign in) Cost: Coin drop (just pay to play the machines – no extra entry fee) How It Works: Friday Night Strikes features a… |
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Spend your Saturday mornings gently moving your body at YOGA WITH RESCUE PUPPIES!! 🐾🧘🏼 Follow a Slow Flow led by Rachel Gunder, a registered yoga teacher, or simply hang out with the pups on your mat. All puppies/dogs present are fostered through Puppers to Love Rescue and are adoptable at the time of class. Grab…
$40
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Need a little green in your life? Join The Bruce Company from 11 a.m. - noon, April 11, to create your own terrarium with tropical plants and decorative stones and mosses. All supplies are included. Pre-registration on their website is required. There is a $50 fee payable on the day of the workshop.
$50
Join for a fun, casual pinball event for kids ages 7-17 at The Kickback in Middleton! Whether you’re new to pinball or a regular flipper wizard, there’s something for everyone. Schedule: 11 a.m. – noon Free Play & Tournament Warmups At least 12 machines will be set to free play — a great chance for…
Free – $5
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Have you ever wanted to try ballet? Do it the fun way with Central Midwest Ballet Academy from 2 to 4 p.m. on April 12. A short ballet class complete with Karben4 beer, wine, and prosecco for a fun, casual way to try ballet with adult libations. Learn the most ubiquitous and ridiculous steps with…
$40
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Join PBS Wisconsin and Holy Wisdom Monastery for an afternoon of reflection, the great outdoors, and a glimpse at the new PBS film series from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday, April 12. With spring knocking on our doors, it’s the perfect time to get outside and reconnect with nature! Join PBS Wisconsin and Holy Wisdom…
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Visit Craftsman Table & Tap for Beero Bingo Sundays! From 1:30-3:30 p.m. on select Sundays, Craftsman teams up with a different regional brewery to host BINGO, with fun prizes and beer specials. • It's free to play • You can play two cards each game! • $2 off drafts served by the specific brewery…
Free
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1 event,
The Village Green in Downtown Middleton hosts trivia every Monday starting at 7 p.m. Free to play with prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last place!
Free
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3 events,
How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
Test Your Knowledge on Tuesday Nights at The Kickback! 🎉 Trivia Night is here! Join The Kickback Bar at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday night for an evening of fun, laughter, and brain-busting questions with Premier Trivia. 🕗 When: Every Tuesday, starting at 6:30 PM 📍 Where: The Kickback – 7622 Lisa Ln, Middleton, WI Gather your friends, form a team,…
Join Longtable Beer Cafe for trivia on Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. It is free to play PLUS a chance to win great prizes. 🥇$30 Longtable Gift Card 🥈$20 Longtable Gift Card🥉$10 Longtable Gift Card On Tuesdays, Longtable features Bottles on the Bottom -- 30% off select large format beers, perfect for bottles shares with…
Free
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5 events,
Join The Kickback Bar for six rounds of group match play followed by single elimination playoffs for Prizes from rotating craft brewery hosts! Tournament registration and first sponsored beverage all for $5. Registration at 6 p.m., with announcements and group start at 6:30 p.m. Current craft brewery schedule: Jan. 7 - Warm Belly Farms Cider…
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The calendar may say spring, but we aren’t done with big beers quite yet. Join us for an evening with Half Acre Beer Co. and two of their barrel aged beauties. Ryan, from the brewery, will be with us on Wednesday, April 15th, for these special tappings as well as handing out swag and some…
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This event is full. Unwind and get a little messy as you design your own clay trinket tray from 6 - 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, at the Middleton Public Library. We will explore fun texturing techniques and decorative details to turn simple clay into something uniquely yours. Perfect for holding rings, coins, or everyday…
Free
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How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
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Join the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy as they host an eagle watch event from 2 - 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 16, to see the eagles and eaglet in Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Directions: The eagle watch platform is on the West Trail of the Conservancy at Trail Marker W23. The platform is below and…
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This event is full. Enjoy a relaxing, beginner-friendly acrylic painting workshop from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., April 16, at the Middleton Public Library. Participants will be guided step by step in creating a cheerful floral design on a small canvas, with plenty of room for personal style and creativity. All supplies are provided, and no…
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Join Hidden Cave Cidery from 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17, for comedy night! This event has a fantastic line up including Alecia Altstaetter, Vanessa Tortolano, Henry Evans, headliner Bryan Leconten and host Aristotle Awes! We even have a fun theme... Pajama Party! Come wearing your coziest pajamas, slippers, & accessories like sleep…
$10
Think you’ve got what it takes to outlast the competition? Join The Kickback Bar for Three Strikes Pinball Tournament! When: 7 p.m. (registration starts at 6:30 p.m. – arrive early to sign in) Cost: Coin drop (just pay to play the machines – no extra entry fee) How It Works: Friday Night Strikes features a… |
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If your Achilles’ heel is under-watering, then gardening with succulents is perfect for you. Join The Bruce Company from 11 to noon, on April 18, as they'll help you create your own succulent container with plants and decorative stones and mosses. All supplies are included and pre-registration is required. There is a $45 fee payable…
$45
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Join Hidden Cave Cidery on Saturday, April 18, for wood-fired sauna + cold plunge sessions. For a 60-minute session, move in and out of the hot sauna and the cold plunge as you feel fit. Follow it up with a local cider with flavors like blood orange or lemongrass lavender (sold separately). Everyone is welcome.…
$30
Join Monk's Bar & Grill for their weekly 6 p.m., Saturday Boombox Bingo nights. Combining the clever theming of their trivia with famous playlists, this Bingo experience is perfect for all ages and groups of all sizes! Just like regular bingo: players will aim to win prizes by completing specific patterns on their bingo boards. Unlike… |
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Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids on the Prairie (KOTP) is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. We offer…
Free
Visit Craftsman Table & Tap for Beero Bingo Sundays! From 1:30-3:30 p.m. on select Sundays, Craftsman teams up with a different regional brewery to host BINGO, with fun prizes and beer specials. • It's free to play • You can play two cards each game! • $2 off drafts served by the specific brewery…
Free
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Join Holy Wisdom Monastery for a contemplative cooking class that teaches how to cook with seasonal ingredients, while slowing down and being present to what we are creating. We will have fun learning from Chef Felipe and working together to create a delicious spring meal. Spring is a time of awakening and growth. Together, prepare…
$65
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Don your best Wonderland party clothes, and join us for a delightful morning of tea, treats, and crafts with the Middleton Public Library on April 2o. Registration required. Ages 4-9. Please sign up for only one session. 10 a.m. (RSVP here). or 11 a.m. (RSVP here). If you need accommodations to attend this event, please contact info@midlibrary.org or…
Free
The Village Green in Downtown Middleton hosts trivia every Monday starting at 7 p.m. Free to play with prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last place!
Free
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How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
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Mr. T and the Sprouts are celebrating Earth Day with some fun and tasty kitchen activities. We’ll make some green smoothies, whip up some veggies and dip, get a bit grossed out making edible “dirt cups (with worms!),” and then plant some herb seeds in a cup to take home to grow in the kitchen…
$15 – $25
Test Your Knowledge on Tuesday Nights at The Kickback! 🎉 Trivia Night is here! Join The Kickback Bar at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday night for an evening of fun, laughter, and brain-busting questions with Premier Trivia. 🕗 When: Every Tuesday, starting at 6:30 PM 📍 Where: The Kickback – 7622 Lisa Ln, Middleton, WI Gather your friends, form a team,… |
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It’s time to raise our gardens from their winter slumber (or to manifest a new garden if you’re a first-timer)! Growing your own food, herbs, and flowers is one of the most joyful and rewarding experiences. Join Wendy of Willy St. Co-op West as she talks about how to get your gardening on by addressing…
$30 – $40
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Join the Middleton Public Library from 6 - 7 p.m., April 22, for an exciting and hands-on introduction to generative AI! In this class, you'll discover how to interact with AI models to create compelling stories and useful information to unique ideas. Eemystify the world of AI and show you how to craft effective prompts…
Free
Join Middleton Sport Bowl at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday for Bingo Night. It is free to play and offers cash prizes. |
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How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
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Join us for an experience for everyone to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in spring. Knowledgeable tour guides will share the story of caring for the earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. Tour will cover 1-1.5 miles on walking trails at a leisurely pace. All are welcome.…
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Join Chef Paul to learn how to make a Thai fresh curry paste and turn into a curry dish (vegetarian or carnivore—your choice). In addition, we will also explore the fresh spring rolls with various protiens, vegetables, and sauces. Recipes contain: seafood. Demonstration. $30 for co-op members/owners and $40 for non-owners.
$30 – $40
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Join Capital Brewery for an evening of FREE live music at 6 - 9 p.m., Saturday, April 24. Sip award-winning beers in the Bier Stube while enjoying the music of Sharona & Ray Ray. ABOUT Sharona & Ray Ray: Fun acoustic duo delivers pop/rock hits, good vibes, and killer chemistry—straight out of Madison, WI. Their…
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Join Poppy Home & Gift as it partners with local baker, The Missing Pastry, for a spring cookie decorating event from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 24! The theme will be "April Showers Bring May Flowers", and guests will have the opportunity to decorate a variety of flower-shaped cookies in a beginner-friendly cookie decorating…
$60
Think you’ve got what it takes to outlast the competition? Join The Kickback Bar for Three Strikes Pinball Tournament! When: 7 p.m. (registration starts at 6:30 p.m. – arrive early to sign in) Cost: Coin drop (just pay to play the machines – no extra entry fee) How It Works: Friday Night Strikes features a… |
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Learn about Middleton's history by taking a stroll with retired City Administrator and former Middleton Area Historical Society board member Mike Davis. There are several Stroll N' Tell' s throughout the summer, all from 10 a.m. - 11:45 a.m (full list of dates below). The tours are leisurely strolls and are free. All will start…
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Introducing a new event series coming to Middleton in 2026! Shop makers with a glass of ice-cold hard cider in hand, all on the grounds of the popular Hidden Cave Cidery. This quaint Middleton location features a cozy taproom, as well as a curated outdoor space. A whole day of fun is planned for the…
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Interested in trying some zest and flavor to your recipe repertoire, but aren’t sure what herbs to choose? Join The Bruce Company and their plant geeks on April 25, for one of the Create Your Own Container Herb Garden Workshops to create a themed herb container to provide you with fresh flavor right outside your…
$40
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Madison Reading Project and the Friends of Pheasant Branch Conservancy are proud to present Celebrating Books and Trees from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 26, at Orchid Heights Park and the trails of Pheasant Branch Conservancy. Highlights of the event include: Distribution of free environmentally themed books in English and Spanish for pre-K…
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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 FREE classes will be taught by CMB faculty members at an intermediate to advanced level. There is no dress code and the doors will open…
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Visit Craftsman Table & Tap for Beero Bingo Sundays! From 1:30-3:30 p.m. on select Sundays, Craftsman teams up with a different regional brewery to host BINGO, with fun prizes and beer specials. • It's free to play • You can play two cards each game! • $2 off drafts served by the specific brewery…
Free
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Join Madison Ballet Special Projects at the Middleton Public Library at 10 a.m., April 27, for a joyful, interactive program that brings the beloved book Giraffes Can’t Dance to life through movement and imagination. Children and families will enjoy a narrated storytime with felt characters, followed by a playful ballet lesson where young movers learn…
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The Village Green in Downtown Middleton hosts trivia every Monday starting at 7 p.m. Free to play with prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last place!
Free
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3 events,
How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
Test Your Knowledge on Tuesday Nights at The Kickback! 🎉 Trivia Night is here! Join The Kickback Bar at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday night for an evening of fun, laughter, and brain-busting questions with Premier Trivia. 🕗 When: Every Tuesday, starting at 6:30 PM 📍 Where: The Kickback – 7622 Lisa Ln, Middleton, WI Gather your friends, form a team,…
Join Longtable Beer Cafe for trivia on Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. It is free to play PLUS a chance to win great prizes. 🥇$30 Longtable Gift Card 🥈$20 Longtable Gift Card🥉$10 Longtable Gift Card On Tuesdays, Longtable features Bottles on the Bottom -- 30% off select large format beers, perfect for bottles shares with…
Free
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Join Middleton Sport Bowl at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday for Bingo Night. It is free to play and offers cash prizes. |
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Don't miss Downtown Middleton's 2nd Sip and Stroll: Beer & Cider Edition, on Sept. 25.
$12 – $40
How much do you really know? Prove it every Tuesday AND Thursday night @ 6 p.m.! TRIVIA PRIZES: First prize: $30 Gift Certificate Second prize: $20 Gift Certificate Third prize: $10 Gift Certificate
Join Middleton Sport Bowl for America's Pub Quiz weekly Trivia Nights starting at 7 p.m. on Thursdays. The top winning teams will receive gift cards. |
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Think you’ve got what it takes to outlast the competition? Join The Kickback Bar for Three Strikes Pinball Tournament! When: 7 p.m. (registration starts at 6:30 p.m. – arrive early to sign in) Cost: Coin drop (just pay to play the machines – no extra entry fee) How It Works: Friday Night Strikes features a… |
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Join in celebrating the music of three of the biggest legends in country music history – Brooks & Dunn, George Strait, and Alan Jackson! From classic hits like Boot Scootin’ Boogie and All My Ex’s Live in Texas to the timeless anthem It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere, this show promises to transport you straight to the heart of Nashville. What makes…
$10 – $45
Interested in trying some new annual combos, but aren’t sure what plants to choose? Join The Bruce Company for one of their Annual Container Garden Workshops and their plant geeks will help you create a stunning porch container in an unexpected color palette. All planting supplies are included and will vary from photo. Available Workshop…
$50
Join Monk's Bar & Grill for their weekly 6 p.m., Saturday Boombox Bingo nights. Combining the clever theming of their trivia with famous playlists, this Bingo experience is perfect for all ages and groups of all sizes! Just like regular bingo: players will aim to win prizes by completing specific patterns on their bingo boards. Unlike… |