Rosh Hashana Begins
2026-09-11 | WI

Rotary Gardens’ Fall Plant Sale
2026-09-11 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-12 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive, Janesville, WI, 53548, United States
Thursday, September 10 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM (Members-only)
Friday, September 11 from 9 AM to 4 PM
Saturday, September 12 from 9 AM to 4 PM
At the Horticulture Center, 825 Sharon Rd., Janesville
Big mums are back and this year we’ve got more of them! Fill out your fall containers and beds with huge, healthy mums in a range of colors, then round out your garden with perennials our own horticulture team helped select this season. Looking for something extra special? Check out our “Take the Garden Home with You” table, featuring plants harvested straight from RBG’s gardens, including daylilies, hostas, coneflowers, alliums, and brown-eyed Susans, while supplies last.
New this year: we’re selling Skelly’s donuts at the sale. Grab a coffee and a donut while you shop.
This is a walk-in sale: no tickets or registration required. Plants and refreshments are purchased on-site; cash and card accepted.
Rotary Botanical Gardens
1455 Palmer Drive
Janesville, WI 53545
608/752-3885 or www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org/ for details.

Crackle @ Olbrich Gardens
2026-09-11 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Olbrich Botanical Gardens, 3330 Atwood Ave., Madison, WI, 53704, United States
CRACKLE is back – gather your friends and family for this fun, fall tradition at the Gardens! This year we’ll be cracklin’ with collards on menu as part of Collard Fest part II! For the past three years Olbrich Botanical Gardens has partnered with local black farmers and chef to create programming and opportunities that focus on the collard plant, a highly nutritious leafy green vegetable that carries historical significance in the black community. For CRACKLIN” Collard Fest the music and cuisine will highlight black culture, a collective spirit built on a foundation of community bonds, spiritual traditions, deep pride, and creative expression celebrated through food and music.
Friday, September 11— Emmitt James 5-piece and Biscuit
Emmitt James is a Hip Hop-Jazz artist based in Milwaukee, WI. After spending 8 years in Los Angeles, James returned to the region that loved him first. James is known for bridging the gap between jazz and rap with a live band.
Saturday, September 12—The Stephen Hull Experience
The Stephen Hull Experience gives the blues community exciting evidence that the future of music is in good hands. Born in 1999, a native of Racine, Wisconsin, Stephen Hull started playing blues at age 14 and never stopped, taking cues from Albert King and B.B. King as he developed his sweet, soulful guitar sound. Balancing that with his absolutely stellar lead vocals and infectiously buoyant personality, Stephen has been rising fast in the blues clubs of Chicago and venues across southeastern Wisconsin.
Must be 21 to attend. General admission $40/Olbrich members $35.
For tickets visit https://olbrichbotanicalgardens.ticketing.veevartapp.com/tickets/view/calendar/
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave., Madison
608/246-4550 or www.olbrich.org for details.

GLEAM, Art in a New Light @ Olbrich Gardens
2026-09-11 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-09-12 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-09-16 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-09-17 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-09-18 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-09-19 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-09-23 19:30 - 22:30, 2026-09-24 19:30 - 22:30 and 1 more date | Olbrich Botanical Gardens, 3330 Atwood Ave., Madison, WI, 53704, United States
(Opening Viewing is Saturday, August 29, 8:00-11:00pm)
September 2 thru October 24
Wednesdays thru Saturdays in September from 7:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. in October, rain or shine
In the gardens @ Olbrich Botanical Gardens
Creatures, creatures all around…imagination runs wild when you hear a sound.
From the tall and looming to the small and unassuming, creatures of every shape and size coexist, each playing a role in a global ecosystem. Typically unseen, those that prowl beneath the moonlight, colonies that tunnel deep under foot, or sea dwellers that pulse and glow in the depths of the blue emerge in the twilight. But beyond the familiar lies a realm of imagination—fantastical creatures born of legend and lore: mythical beasts, and monsters – tiny insects that present superhero feats. In this world, plants grow larger than life and communicate in symphony.
As night falls, the Gardens come alive—illuminated in vibrant color patterns, curious movements, and the calls of the wild and the weird—casting light on the rich presence of creatures all around us, whether real or make-believe. Light artists from around the world inspire this world of illuminated enchantment, expanding your imagination beyond what is known.
Ticket sales begin August 4! Advanced timed-tickets are required.
Olbrich Botanical Gardens
3330 Atwood Ave., Madison
608/246-4550 or www.olbrich.org for details.

Dane County Farmer’s Market
2026-09-12 06:15 - 13:45, 2026-09-16 08:30 - 13:15, 2026-09-19 06:15 - 13:45, 2026-09-23 08:30 - 13:15 | Capitol Square, 2 East Main Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Saturdays, April 11 thru November 14, 6:15-1:45
On the Capitol Square
Wednesdays, April 22 thru November 4, 8:30-1:15
In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
For details visit www.dcfm.org

Grandparents’ Day
2026-09-13 | WI

Northside Farmers Market
2026-09-13 08:30 - 12:30, 2026-09-20 08:30 - 12:30 | WI
Sundays, May 3 through October 25, 8:30-12:30
In the Northside TownCenter at the intersection of N. Sherman Ave. and Northport Dr. across from Warner Park.
The Northside Farmers Market is a nonprofit community enterprise. It is one of the newest and fastest growing farmers’ markets in Dane County. In keeping with the innovative spirit of Madison’s Northside, we are surpassing what defines the traditional farmers’ market. Our fundamental principles include:
–Providing an abundant selection of high quality, locally grown foods.
The market accepts Quest, WIC and Senior FMNP vouchers.

–Supporting our local agricultural entrepreneurs who are increasingly important today in ensuring that we have the best and safest food possible.

–Educating the community about traditional foods and the history of local agriculture in an attempt to preserve (and expand upon) our rich heritage.
Parking is always FREE!
For details visit www.northsidefarmersmarket.org

Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
2026-09-13 13:00 - 14:30 | University of Wisconsin Arboretum, 1207 Seminole Highway, Madison, WI, 53711, United States
Learn about the land, plants, animals, fungi, phenology, and ecology. Geared for adults, these longer walks may cover some sloping terrain. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu

Rotary Garden’s What’s in Bloom? Tour
2026-09-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Rotary Botanical Gardens, 1455 Palmer Drive, Janesville, WI, 53548, United States
Step into the heart of nature with our What’s in Bloom Garden Tours! This exclusive series invites you to explore the beauty and wonder of the garden through the changing seasons.
Every month from May to September, you’ll discover what’s currently in bloom, learn insider gardening tips, and get a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the gardens’ vibrant landscapes.
Whether you’re a seasoned plant enthusiast or a curious newcomer, these tours offer an unforgettable experience to connect with nature and expand your horticultural knowledge.
What’s in Bloom Tours are on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, May-September. Free for RBG members (remember to bring your membership card!) or $10 for non-members.
Reserve your spot for each month @ https://www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org/event-details/whats-in-bloom-garden-tours-2026-09-16-10-00 Spaces are limited.
Rotary Botanical Gardens
1455 Palmer Dr., Janesville, WI
608/752-3885 or www.rotarybotanicalgardens.org/

Community Hummingbird Garden Tours
2026-09-19 13:00 - 17:30, 2026-09-23 13:00 - 17:30 | 5118 Buffalo Tr. Madison, WI 53705
Saturday, September 19, 1:00-5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 23, 1:00-5:30 p.m.
5118 Buffalo Trail, Madison, 53705 (near Hilldale & Oscar Rennebohm Park)
Larry & Emily Schuenemann will present a program about hummingbirds for both tours at 3 p.m. We have 100+ plants and shrubs on display (including some rare salvias from South America), 20 hummingbird feeders, a garden pond, and a door prize drawing on each day at 2:00. You must be present to win. We will also provide printed information about hummingbird gardening. Please bring your own water or beverage bottle if you wish.
For more info please contact Kathi or Michael Rock at kathijr@yahoo.com or call 608-233-7397.
Visit sites.google.com/view/hummingbirdgardening/home for more information.

Community Mycoblitz @ the Arboretum
2026-09-20 12:30 - 15:00 | University of Wisconsin Arboretum, 1207 Seminole Highway, Madison, WI, 53711, United States
Join a community mycoblitz in collaboration with the Madison Mycological Society, UW–Madison Forest Ecology students, and UW Teaching Professor George Meindl. Participants will attend guided walks to identify and collect data about mushrooms and fungal diversity at the Arboretum. Event capacity is limited. Free, register through Eventbrite by September 16: uw-madison-arboretum.eventbrite.com. Meet at the Visitor Center.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu

Family Nature Program: Fun with Fungi @ the Arboretum
2026-09-20 13:30 - 15:30 | University of Wisconsin Arboretum, 1207 Seminole Highway, Madison, WI, 53711, United States
This program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Nature walk: 1:30–2:30 p.m., activities: 2:30–3:30 p.m. Adults must attend. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather. Walks canceled for unsafe weather or trail conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.
University of WI Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy.
Madison, WI 53711
608/263-7888 or arboretum.wisc.edu

Yom Kippur
2026-09-21 | WI

Fall Begins
2026-09-23 | WI

Sukkot Begins
2026-09-26 | WI
