STEM Story and Playtime
Fun for the whole family! Come for a short storytime that explores simple science, technology, engineering, and math concepts. Then stay for playful hands-on learning.
Red Cliff Tribal Library Science Fair
Join us at the Red Cliff Tribal Library for a science fair! Free and open to the public; all ages welcome.
Overture Center Galleries
This fall, our galleries showcase exhibitions that examine the human experience—everything from resourcefulness to childhood to humor. “Abandoned Abundance” critiques consumerism and global frictions with repurposed materials. “Masks & Mirrors” blends allegory and satire, exploring myth and absurdities with humor. “A Place of Whim and Wonder” captures the magic of childhood through vibrant works. PhotoMidwest’s … Continued
Marmosets in Our Midst
Join us at the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center to learn about life-saving research and humane animal care. Our family of common marmosets in the lobby inspires curiosity among all ages. We will also have a variety of hands-on activities for visitors to enjoy as they learn about Primate Center research and animal care.
Wisconsin Weather Festival
The Wisconsin Weather Festival is a fun and free event for all ages. Join the Wisconsin weather community to learn more about Wisconsin’s weather and climate. Scientists from UW-Madison, the National Weather Service, and the rest of Wisconsin’s weather community will help you get hands on and learn more about our state’s weather and climate.
NOLA Tribute
Get ready for a musical journey with the New Orleans Tribute! This talented group, featuring members from Mama Digdown’s Brass Band and Madison’s top jazz musicians, brings the vibrant sounds of New Orleans Jazz and Secondline music to you—no plane ticket needed. From Louis Armstrong classics to contemporary hits from the streets and clubs of … Continued
Farm Wisconsin Science Festival
Dive hands-on into the world of agriculture at the Farm Wisconsin Science Festival. Held at the Farm Wisconsin Discovery Center – a state-of-the-art agriculture education facility – this event is perfect for the whole family. Guests will explore how food, fuel, and fiber are produced through interactive demonstrations, activities, and learning stations. The diversity of … Continued
Schreiner Memorial Library STEAM Week!
The Schreiner Memorial Library will have activities scheduled each weekday during the Wisconsin Science Festival (Oct 14-20), from 4 to 5:30 pm, for children of all ages to participate in. Saturday October 19, there will be take and make science kits available for fun at home on the weekend and beyond! Activities will include virtual … Continued
WUD Film Presents: Apollo 13 (1995)
WUD Film presents a free screening of APOLLO 13 (1995) [PG]. This Hollywood drama is based on the events of the Apollo 13 lunar mission, astronauts Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Fred Haise (Bill Paxton) and Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon) find everything going according to plan after leaving Earth’s orbit. However, when an oxygen tank explodes, … Continued
Turtles of Wisconsin
Join Waukesha County Land Conservancy’s Land Management Director, Helen Holtz, to learn about turtles of Wisconsin and how we can best help them. In Wisconsin, we are lucky to have 11 species of turtles. However, due to habitat loss and other human impacts, turtle populations across the state are in decline. During the event, you … Continued
