Playhouse Gallery – Garbology: What We Throw Away

Overture Center for the Arts, Forward Theater Company, Madison Arts Commission and Arts + Literature Laboratory present a visual art exhibition of recent work inspired by and composed from the things we discard, concurrent with Forward’s production of The Garbologists by Lindsay Joelle. Garbology is supported by City of Madison Recycling. Exhibiting artists: Mackenzie Madison … Continued

Exploring Water

Discover the science of water with related activities for kids and families at the Beaver Dam Community Library.

Badger Talk: The Birthplace of Weather Satellites with Steve Ackerman

Steve Ackerman from the University of Wisconsin will present UW – The Birthplace of Weather Satellites at the Hudson Area Public Library. Steve will review the history of weather satellites and the role UW-Madison has played. Check out other events happening at Hudson Public Library during the Wisconsin Science Festival > Learn more about Badger … Continued

Super Science Saturday

UW-Whitewater at Rock County invites families to join our faculty, staff and students in this FREE event, featuring hands-on science activities and exhibits that highlight the wonders of our scientific world. Participants can learn about youth science and STEM programs. All ages are welcome to attend; parents/guardians are required to stay on-campus.

Wolf Awareness Week Family Fun!

Learn all about wolves through fun hands-on games and activities! Make a plaster cast of a wolf track and trace a life-size wolf cut-out to take home with you! Join our special guest from the Vaughn Public Library for wolf-themed storytime at the David R. Obey Northern Great Lakes Visitors Center. Questions? Please contact [email protected]Continued

Wisconsin Science Museum

Explore science with your own hands using interactive demonstrations at the Wisconsin Science Museum! Learn about the discoveries and inventions of scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians who worked in Wisconsin or were educated here, and examine the instruments and equipment used by scientists and engineers.

UW Geology Museum

Explore the Geology Museum and take a peek into Wisconsin’s deep history! On your visit you can touch rocks from a time when there were volcanoes in Wisconsin; see corals, jellyfish and other sea creatures that used to live and swim where we now walk; and stand under the tusks of a mastodon while imagining … Continued

Wolf Awareness Week Keynote Speaker

John Vucetich of Michigan Technical University will give the Wolf Awareness Week keynote presentation at the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute, Northland College, Ashland, WI. The United States Fish & Wildlife Service says it will announce in February 2024 a new decision about the status of wolves under the Endangered Species Act. That decision will be … Continued

Atmosphere – Immersive Relaxation Rooms in 4K

An immersive relaxation room is a specially designed space intended to provide a deeply immersive and relaxing experience. It combines various elements such as technology, design, and ambiance to create a tranquil and stress-reducing environment. Come for a little bit or come for the duration, but come experience “atmosphere” and learn how we use ultra … Continued

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