Friday, February 5, 2010

Tonight from 5:30 to 8, the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, 227 State Street in Madison will celebrate its new exhibition, Apple Pie: Symbols of Americana with an evening of poetry by the Wisconsin Fellowship of Poets at 6:30 pm, and a jazz tribute to Mary Lou Williams by Jane Reynolds and John Mesoloras throughout the evening. More info at 257-0158.

Tonight from 5 to 9, Absolutely Art and Café Zoma, will host an Opening Reception at 2322 Atwood Avenue for February’s featured artists Helen Mary Beck, a fine art textile artist, Juliann Carbin, a photographer, and Paula Sparks, a jewelry artist.
Treats from Bunky’s Café and drinks will be provided. More info at 249-9100

Sunday the Madison Central Montessori School, located at 4337 West Beltline Highway in Madison will host a Public Open House from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. More info at 274-9549 or via email at mcms@tds.net

On Sunday from 6 to 8 pm. Motherfool's Coffeehouse, 1101 Williamson Street, will host a Drumlin Art Show and Reception to garner support for the ongoing struggle to save the 5-acre historic urban agricultural oasis on Madison's south side. Local artists, photographers, musicians, and others will be on hand to share their creativity and solidarity. Refreshments will be provided. More info at 262-9036.

Saturday will be an Arboretum Volunteer workday at the Wingra Oak Savanna. Volunteers are needed from 9 to noon for restoration activities. Participants learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training are provided and groups are welcome with advance notice. Meet at the gravel parking lot along Arbor Drive just off Monroe Street. More info at uwarboretum.org or 265-5214.

On Sunday, the Waisman Center Children's Theatre will hold a preview that showcases scenes from 2 upcoming spring productions - Lilly’s Plastic Purple Purse and Narnia. Interactive activities will also be offered. The shows will be at 1 pm and 3 pm at 1500 Highland Ave. More info at 263-5837.