Sunday, February 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Madison. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 2nd of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Madison Contemporary Dance is organizing a two-day Dance Festival to support dance education for underserved children, with activities including classes and performances at McFarland Performing Arts Center. WMTV
- ➤ The 'Grilling for Peace' event by Savory Sunday raised funds to provide free meals to the community year-round, demonstrating the impact of volunteerism and community generosity. WKOW
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Aa Dekhen Zara event featured a national Bollywood dance fusion competition on Feb. 1, 2025, at Shannon Hall in Madison, Wis., showcasing performances from various dance teams. Wisconsin State Journal
- ➤ The Wisconsin Union Directorate Film Committee, in partnership with the Havens Wright Center for Social Justice, will screen six films dedicated to exploring social topics from critical perspectives starting Feb 6. WISC-TV
- ➤ The Midwest's largest orchid show, Orchid Quest, moves to Monona Terrace, offering a wide variety of orchids for sale and educational workshops ahead of Valentine's Day. WMTV
- ➤ Madison Public Library is celebrating Black History Month by spotlighting African American literature and films, alongside hosting educational events. WKOW
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WISSA World Championships in Ice and Snow Sailing
The World Ice and Snow Sailing Association World Championships will feature elite and recreational competitions in Madison, showcasing the world's best in wind sports adapted for winter.
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Shucked - A Musical Comedy in Madison
Experience the whimsical tale of Maizy as she teams up with a con man to save her corn crop in this award-winning musical comedy featuring toe-tapping tunes and heartwarming moments.
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Wisconsin Badgers Women's Basketball vs. USC Trojans
The Wisconsin Badgers will face off against the #4 ranked USC Trojans in a highly anticipated women's basketball matchup at the Kohl Center.
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Badger Talk: Mastering the Art of Delegation
This event focuses on the important skill of delegation in business, hosted by The Business Forum during their February luncheon.
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Madtown Mannish Boys Live Concert
Experience the soulful sounds of the Madtown Mannish Boys, a Blues band rooted in Chicago-style Blues, performing live at The Bur Oak in Madison.
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LA RUMBA: Monthly Latin Dance Marathon in Madison
This special edition of LA RUMBA features 2 hours of Bachata dance lessons followed by a social dance event with Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue at The Cardinal Bar.
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Scratch Programming Class for Kids
This class at the Madison Children's Museum offers children a creative and fun way to learn the fundamentals of computer programming while creating interactive art.
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Dan Maguire Live at Red Rooster
Dan Maguire will perform live at Red Rooster in Madison, offering an evening of music for attendees.
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Pretty in Pink Galentine's Stroll
The Pretty in Pink Galentine's Event at Hilldale Shopping Center offers an evening of friendship celebration with shopping discounts, complimentary treats, and live music, while benefiting a local educational service.
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Emy Castro Group at Cafe CODA
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an evening of Afro Peruvian Jazz performed by Emy Castro and her band at Cafe CODA, followed by a dance party with DJ Francis Medrano.
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