19 great ideas for your Madison-area weekend
Sing, shop, watch, listen — this weekend offers plenty to do, with an abundance of events designed to bring people together.
Art opening for "Broken Spectre": Madison Museum of Contemporary Art hosts artist Richard Mosse for an artist talk from 6 to 7 p.m. , focused on his new MMOCA exhibition examining the human impact on the Amazon rainforest. MMOCA members-only preview of "Broken Spectre" from 5 to 6 p.m.; public invited to artist talk and reception following. 227 State St. Free. overture.org
Justified Anger Black Film Festival: Film screenings at Fountain of Life Covenant Church on afternoon and evening, and on Zoom and at the Lussier Community Center on afternoon. Multiple titles; presented by Justified Anger Courses and Nehemiah Community Development Corp. Free, but RSVP required. goodmancenter.org/community-services/activities-calendar/justified-anger-black-film-fest
Guinea Pig Movie Night: Dane County Humane Society sponsors its monthly fun night for kids ages 7-12, this month with a screening of "The Secret Life of Pets" and a lesson about the special qualities of guinea pigs. 4:30 to 7 p.m. , $25, www.giveshelter.org/community-outreach/after-dark
"Teejop & Beyond: Celebrating Native Nations": Madison libraries host this special series, with a Storytelling and Writing Workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lakeview Library and a Ho-Chunk Food Tasting from 1 to 2 p.m. at Meadowridge Library. Free. madisonpubliclibrary.org/engagement/teejop
A Conversation with Jana Schmieding: Indigenous Student Center Coalition of UW-Madison presents the Lakota Native comedian and writer, known for her breakout role as Reagan in Peacock's "Rutherford Falls," and her contributions to FX's "Reservation Dogs." 6:30 p.m. , Play Circle, Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St. Free, but RSVP required. cfli.wisc.edu/event/native-november-keynote-jana-schmieding
"Pride and Prejudice": University Theatre presents the Jane Austen classic in a new adaptation by Department of Theatre and Drama faculty members Aly Renee Amidei and Ann M. Shanahan. Performed in Mitchell Theatre, Vilas Hall, 821 University Ave. 7:30 p.m. , 2 p.m. . $10-$28. theatre.wisc.edu/productions-and-tickets
Madison Symphony Orchestra: Guest pianist Garrick Ohlsson returns for his eighth performance with the MSO, performing Edvard Grieg's Piano Concerto in A minor. In his MSO debut, guest conductor Michael Stern leads the orchestra in Shostakovich's Symphony No. 5 and Jonathan Leshnoff's "Rush for Orchestra." 7:30 p.m. ; 2:30 p.m. in Overture Hall, Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St. Prelude discussion held one hour prior to each concert. $15-$104. madisonsymphony.org
Wisconsin Singers: This popular Broadway-style group consists of talented UW-Madison students, performing their 56th season show, "It's Only a Matter of Time," at 7:30 p.m. in Shannon Hall, Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St.; $26 orchestra, $16 balcony. www.wisconsinsingers.com
Dane County Farmers' Holiday Market: Shop for fresh goods from more than 65 DCFM farmer-vendors as the market moves indoors. Wisconsin-grown cranberries, potatoes, baked goods, artisan cheeses and more. 7:30 a.m. to noon at Monona Terrace, 1 John Nolen Drive. Holiday markets also will be held Nov. 23 and Dec. 7, 14 and 21. Free admission. dcfm.org
Kids in the Rotunda: Madison's Japanese Taiko drumming group, Beni Daiko, is next on stage in this weekly series of shows designed for children and their families; 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. , Rotunda Stage, Overture Center, 201 State St. Free. overture.org
Madison's Big Sing: Join Madison Youth Choirs for an all-ages community sing, led by Tamera and Leotha Stanley of Mt. Zion Gospel Choir, 10 a.m. in the Starlight Theater, Madison Youth Arts Center (MYArts), 1055 E. Mifflin St. Free, but RSVP requested. www.madisonyouthchoirs.org/the-big-sing
Polish Christmas Market: Polish Heritage Club's annual event selling imported pottery, amber jewelry, Polish food, bakery items and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. , St. Bernard Catholic Church, 2015 Parmenter St., Middleton. Free admission. www.phcwi-madison.org
Native Art Market: Local and regional Indigenous culture, creativity and heritage will be on display, with artist demonstrations, running from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Art + Literature Laboratory, 111 S. Livingston St. Free admission to the market; additional workshops available with a fee. View the entire lineup, including music and artist talks, at artlitlab.org/events/native-art-market-2024
Trevor Stephenson and Sarah Brailey: The Grammy Award-winning soprano (and cellist, ensemble singer and UW faculty member) Sarah Brailey performs Mozart, Haydn and Schubert, with pianist Trevor Stephenson at "Grace Presents," a free concert at noon , Grace Episcopal Church, 116 W. Washington Ave. Free; donations accepted. gracepresents.org
Flannel Fest: The 11th annual benefit concert for the Keep Wisconsin Warm/Cool Fund features Blitzen Trapper, Old 97's, The Mascot Theory and the Beth Kille Band, 6 p.m. at the Barrymore Theatre, 2090 Atwood Ave. $40 advance; $45 day of show. barrymorelive.com/event/flannel-fest-2024/
Polish Film Festival: UW-Madison Polish Student Association on presents "Doppelgänger. Double" at 3 p.m. and "Feast of Fire" at 5:30 p.m. in The Marquee theater in UW Union South, second Floor, 308 W. Dayton St. Free and open to the public. gns.wisc.edu/madison-polish-film-festival
University Avenue Holiday Lights: Three, two, one — the lights are on starting Sunday evening along the 2700 block of University Avenue. A Madison tradition started in 1996 by dentist Dr. Jack Kammer, the lights carry on thanks to his son. Free, but donations appreciated. www.universityavenueholidaylights.com
Holiday events for pets: The Boneyard holds a holiday market with dog and pet-themed vendors, food trucks, dog photos to benefit WisCARES and more. Noon to 4 p.m. , 1018 Walsh Road. Humans, free; $10 for up to two dogs, www.madisonboneyard.com/events . At 1 p.m. , "Paint Your Pet" in a benefit for Underdog Pet Rescue, Starkweather Brewing Company, 2439 Atwood Ave. $40. Register ahead with a pet photo; starkweatherbrewing.com/events .
Children's Book Drive: Buy a book for a child in the community during this donation drive from the Madison Reading Project. Find the wish list and drop-off locations through Dec. 6 at madisonreadingproject.com .
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