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Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
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 and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. University of WI […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
University of Wisconsin Family Gardening Day
University of Wisconsin Family Gardening Day
April showers bring May flowers—and this opportunity to explore campus gardens, greenhouses, and related facilities. Visit the DC Smith Greenhouse, Allen Centennial Garden, Steenbock and BioCommons, and Wisconsin Energy Institute. Explore hands-on activities with seeds, plants and soil. Ask questions of Master Gardeners. Discover books for all ages about gardening, plants, soil, water and more. […]
Lilacs @ the Arboretum
Lilacs @ the Arboretum
Garden Tour Established in 1935, the Longenecker Horticultural Gardens’ lilac collection is one of the largest in the country. Join David Stevens, garden curator, to explore lilac history, lore, culture, and color. 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
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Mother’s Day
Order early and shop early!!! Mother’s Day is second only to Valentine’s Day for deliveries and the Saturday before Mother’s Day is traditionally our busiest day of the entire year. Extra drivers will be on the road Saturday, May 8 for prompt and efficient service. Click on Delivery Information at the top of our home […]
Northside Farmers Market
Northside Farmers Market
Sundays, May 8 through October 23, 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 […]
What’s in the Woods @ the Arboretum
What’s in the Woods @ the Arboretum
Family Nature Program This program is a fun, fascinating way for families with children elementary age and younger to explore the natural world. Nature walk: 1–2 p.m., indoor activities: 2–3 p.m. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Adults must […]
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Madison’s Average Last Frost
This is Madison’s average last frost date, but keep your eye on the weather before planting. Madison has a notorious reputation for late May frosts. Many local old-time gardeners refuse to plant, especially their tomatoes, peppers, morning glories, etc. until Memorial Day weekend when the soil has warmed properly. Novice gardeners have a tendency to […]
Learning Together—Flowers in the Garden @ the Arboretum
Learning Together—Flowers in the Garden @ the Arboretum
Family Class We will explore Longenecker Horticultural Gardens and the blooming magnolia, lilac, and crabapple collections. We will share stories and create nature art and crafts. This class is for preschool-aged children and their adult caregivers. Adults must attend. Meet at the Visitor Center. Fee: $20 per family/group up to four people. Register by May […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
Friends of the Arboretum Native Plant Sale
Friends of the Arboretum Native Plant Sale
Visit the big tent on the lawn near the Visitor Center to shop for all your native plant gardening needs. The annual plant sale offers more than 200 species of native grasses, woodland, prairie, and savanna plants, and trees and shrubs suitable for a variety of soil and light conditions, while supplies last. Organized by […]
Crabapples @ the Arboretum
Crabapples @ the Arboretum
Garden Tour With over 200 trees, the Longenecker Horticultural Gardens crabapple collection is the most up to date in the country. Learn why crabapples are the most planted flowering tree in the Midwest with David Stevens, garden curator, who will highlight some of his favorite selections. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. […]
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Full Moon and Full Lunar Eclipse
The eclipse begins @ about 8:30p.m. and ends @ 1:50 a.m. with maximum coverage @ 11:11.
Northside Farmers Market
Northside Farmers Market
Sundays, May 8 through October 23, 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 […]
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Walk 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 and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. University of […]
Full Moon Night Walk and Lunar Eclipse Watch Party @ the Arboretum
Full Moon Night Walk and Lunar Eclipse Watch Party @ the Arboretum
Walk Begin the evening with a full moon naturalist-guided night walk (arrive by 8 p.m. for the walk). UW Space Place will join us from 9:30 to 11 p.m. for viewing the lunar eclipse through telescopes (weather permitting). Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place except in […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
Rotary Garden’s What’s in Bloom? Tour
Rotary Garden’s What’s in Bloom? Tour
Rotary Botanical Gardens Director of Horticulture, Michael Jesiolowski will provide a behind-the-scenes look at what’s blooming this month and answer any questions you may have. What’s in Bloom? Tours take place on the 3rd Wednesday of the month (April- August) and the 4th Wednesday of September. The tours are free for RBG members, or $10 […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
Badger Bonsai Society Annual Exhibit @ Olbrich Gardens
Badger Bonsai Society Annual Exhibit @ Olbrich Gardens
The Badger Bonsai Society will host their annual exhibit featuring trees from the private collections of club members. Explore the art of bonsai with this unique opportunity to view some amazing miniature trees and talk with the bonsai artists who grew and cultivated them. A wide variety, including conifer, deciduous, flowering, and tropical trees will […]
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Northside Farmers Market
Northside Farmers Market
Sundays, May 8 through October 23, 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 […]
Badger Bonsai Society Annual Exhibit @ Olbrich Gardens
Badger Bonsai Society Annual Exhibit @ Olbrich Gardens
The Badger Bonsai Society will host their annual exhibit featuring trees from the private collections of club members. Explore the art of bonsai with this unique opportunity to view some amazing miniature trees and talk with the bonsai artists who grew and cultivated them. A wide variety, including conifer, deciduous, flowering, and tropical trees will […]
Dane County UW-Extension’s Teaching Garden Plant Sale
Dane County UW-Extension’s Teaching Garden Plant Sale
Dane County UW-Extension Office 5201 Fen Oak Ct, Madison (just off Agriculture Dr. between Pflaum & Femrite) The sale includes hundred of perennials for shade or sun, native plants, vegetable and herb starts, annuals, house plants and more. Plant Health Advisors and other master gardeners are on-hand to answer gardening questions from the public. The […]
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
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Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
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Northside Farmers Market
Northside Farmers Market
Sundays, May 8 through October 23, 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 […]
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Nature Hike @ the Arboretum
Walk 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 and come seasonally prepared for weather and insects. Walks take place rain or shine, except in unsafe weather. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center. University of […]
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0 events,
1 event,
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org
0 events,
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1 event,
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Dane County Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, April 16 thru November 12, 6:15-1:45 On the Capitol Square Wednesdays, April 20 thru November 2, 8:30-1:45 In the 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For details visit www.dcfm.org