NEWS & EVENTS FROM PRAIRIE HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSN. — WEEK OF AUG 18

NEWS

Small Cell Infrastructure

The City of Madison is getting ready for 5G implementation. The City is developing guidelines that will allow cellular companies to locate Small Cell installations in a way that maximizes technological benefits, while attempting to preserve street-side aesthetics.

Details at https://www.cityofmadison.com/city-hall/city-initiatives-and-projects/small-cell-infrastructure

PHNA Board meeting this Tuesday

See the event below.

EVENTS THIS WEEK

Preschool Storytime

Mon., Aug. 19, 10:30-11:15am, Meadowridge Library

https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/events/preschool-storytime-1212108

A happy blend of stories, fingerplays and songs that help preschool children ages 3-5 develop pre-reading skills like print and phonologic awareness, vocabulary, letter knowledge and narrative skills. Daycares, groups and siblings always welcome.

Sina Davis Movies in the Park Program – Little (2019, PG-13)

Mon., Aug. 19, 6:30-8:30pm, Meadowood Park, 5810 Thrush Ln

https://www.cityofmadison.com/calendar/sina-davis-movies-in-the-park-program-little

Grab a blanket or a lawn chair and enjoy the FREE show with Madison Parks! In partnership with the City of Madison’s Neighborhood Resource Teams (NRT) we are presenting free movies at parks throughout the city! All are welcome!

PHNA Board of Directors meeting

Tues., Aug 20th, 6p, Meadowridge Library

Zoo to You

Wed., Aug. 21, 10:30-11:30am, Madison Senior Center, 330 W. Mifflin St

https://www.cityofmadison.com/calendar/zoo-to-you-9

Presented by Henry Vilas Zoo staff and volunteers. Come meet and learn about special zoo animals at the Madison Senior Center. Free, pre-registration by calling 266-6581 is recommended.

NewBridge Movie Program: BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY (PG-13)

Wed., Aug. 21, 1:30-3:30pm, Alicia Ashman Library

https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/events/newbridge-movie-program-bohemian-rhapsody-pg-13-1212137

The story of the legendary rock band Queen and lead singer Freddie Mercury, leading up to their famous performance at Live Aid (1985). Free.

Jazz at Five: Youth Jazz, DB Orchestra, and the Brew City Big Band

Wed., Aug. 21, 4-8pm, 100 Block of State St

http://jazzatfive.org/home-live-2019-3/#august-21

Enjoy the Jazz at Five performance series at one of our sponsored tables, bring a chair of your own or rent one from the Jazz at Five info tent. Audience members are also welcome to picnic on the capitol grounds. Free.

Knitting at the Library

Thur., Aug. 22, 3-4:30pm, Meadowridge Library

https://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/events/knitting-library-1212148

Learn to knit or bring your current project. Supplies provided. Children under 7 must have an adult present.

MSC Annual Summer Picnic

Thur., Aug. 22, 3-6pm, Madison Senior Center, 330 W. Mifflin St

https://www.cityofmadison.com/calendar/msc-annual-summer-picnic

Volunteers, donors, participants and family members re invited to enjoy this informal summer gathering. A meal will be served at 5:00 pm for $4.00. Listen, sing and dance to fun musical entertainment by Blue Accordion. Registration and payment due by Monday, August 19.

Dane Dances: Eddie Butts Band & Orquesta Salsoul Del Mad

Fri., Aug. 23, 5:30-9:30pm, Monona Terrace rooftop

https://danedances.org/

Dane Dances! is a family friendly event on the stunning Monona Terrace rooftop every Friday evening in August.

Men’s City Public Links Tournament 2019

Sat., Aug. 24 9a-Sun Aug. 25, 5pm, Yahara and Odana Hills Golf Courses

https://www.cityofmadison.com/calendar/mens-city-public-links-tournament-2019

UPCOMING EVENTS

Arboretum Restoration Team Leader Training

October 2019, apply by Sept. 25, Fees apply

Do you enjoy working with others while taking care of the Earth? If so, we encourage you to become a Restoration Team Leader. You will develop professional ecological skills, practice the land ethic, and give back to your community. Team leaders play a critical role in restoring Arboretum prairies and savannas by supervising other volunteers at Saturday morning ecological restoration work parties. They also gain invaluable personal and professional experience as they learn about native ecosystems and plants, manage and maintain native landscapes, and develop leadership and communication skills. Team leaders get to know the Arboretum and how it works in every season.

See https://arboretum.wisc.edu/get-involved/volunteer/positions/ or contact Marian Farrior at (608) 265-5214 or marian.farrior@wisc.edu for more information.

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