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Weaving Tradition: Menominee Basketry and the Legacy of Ash
Discovery Building 330 N Orchard St, Madison, WI 53715, MadisonCrossroads of Ideas: Wisconsin’s Role in Shaping the Future of Agriculture
Discovery Building 330 N Orchard St, Madison, WI 53715, MadisonBooks as Passports: Traveling the World with When in Rome and Paris by the Book
LE Phillips Memorial Public Library 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau ClaireArshay Cooper: Calling People In
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau ClaireSmall in Size, Big in Personality
LE Phillips Memorial Public Library 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau ClaireAdversity is a Team Sport
LE Phillips Memorial Public Library 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau ClaireHmong Mythology and Folklore in Fiction
LE Phillips Memorial Public Library 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau ClaireWeek of Events
Wisconsin Science Festival
Wisconsin Science Festival
Celebrate curiosity at #WiSciFest! October 14-20, 2024 The weeklong Wisconsin Science Festival features events throughout Wisconsin for people of all ages. Activities include hands-on science experiments, live Q&A sessions and interviews with scientists, demonstrations, performances, behind-the-scenes tours and more. Explore nature at our BioBlitz. Take in a book talk with an award-winning author. Cultivate your […]
Weaving Tradition: Menominee Basketry and the Legacy of Ash
Weaving Tradition: Menominee Basketry and the Legacy of Ash
Join us for an immersive workshop on traditional Menominee basket weaving led by Sherri LaChapelle-Corn (Pitapanukiw), where you’ll learn time-honored techniques passed down through generations. This hands-on experience delves into the cultural significance of basketry, highlighting its role in preserving Menominee heritage. Additionally, gain insight into the ecological challenges posed by the emerald ash borer […]
Crossroads of Ideas: Wisconsin’s Role in Shaping the Future of Agriculture
Crossroads of Ideas: Wisconsin’s Role in Shaping the Future of Agriculture
This engaging panel discussion will take a deeper look into the innovation and tradition of Wisconsin agriculture and the opportunities and challenges we face at the leading edge of sustainable systems. Moderated by Dr. Glenda Gillaspy, Dean of UW-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, and featuring researchers who are helping establish Wisconsin as the […]
True North
True North
As noted by novelist Mark Helprin, “A good river is nature’s life work in song.” Author Andrew J. Graff has used his knowledge of northwoods rivers as inspiration for two […]
True North
True North
As noted by novelist Mark Helprin, “A good river is nature’s life work in song.” Author Andrew J. Graff has used his knowledge of northwoods rivers as inspiration for two […]
Books as Passports: Traveling the World with When in Rome and Paris by the Book
Books as Passports: Traveling the World with When in Rome and Paris by the Book
Join Wisconsin author Liam Callanan as he takes the audience on a dynamic European tour through the pages of his most recent novel, When in Rome, and a very special […]
Arshay Cooper: Calling People In
Arshay Cooper: Calling People In
Cooper’s attuned focus on human connection exemplifies the power of navigating conflict through a more compassionate and nuanced lens. The outcome of that approach is as humbling as it is […]
Small in Size, Big in Personality
Small in Size, Big in Personality
Want to find a new weekend escape? Or, maybe, get to know your state a little better? Develop a deeper appreciation for lesser-known destinations in Wisconsin with longtime travel author […]
Adversity is a Team Sport
Adversity is a Team Sport
Northwoods is a murder mystery that goes beyond the crime to explore themes of strength in the face of adversity. It’s a story that celebrates the resilience that blooms when […]
Hmong Mythology and Folklore in Fiction
Hmong Mythology and Folklore in Fiction
Lee will share a brief history and overview of Hmong mythology and how she incorporated that into Pahua and the Soul Stealer and the overall importance of diverse characters and […]