BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:icalendar-ruby CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=2SU;BYMONTH=3 TZNAME:CDT END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20261101T010000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYDAY=1SU;BYMONTH=11 TZNAME:CST END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221455@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260521 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260522 DESCRIPTION:*Note: actual end time may vary.* \n Thursday\, May 21\, 2026\ , help us celebrate the 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! Th e purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking\, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion\, and the more than One Billion people with disabilities/impairments.\n\nRegister at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/ e/1FAIpQLScCnFQ4S4Ji34q7rPnLT1cdq8huatx8xKtpmNMi6hiV9pb5Hg/viewform\n\nCON TACT: centerforux@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://gaad.umn.edu/ SUMMARY:Global Accessibility Awareness Day URL;VALUE=URI:https://gaad.umn.edu/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221575@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T200000 DESCRIPTION:Old Oaks' music ranges from 12-string renditions of classic tun es like Heart of Gold and What’s My Age Again to melodious acoustic indi e originals. The songwriting floats between peaceful and gripping while ca rrying consistently emotive vibes. Frank's vocals and guitar interludes ar e complemented by the harmonious saxophone solos and alto flute riffs of D aniel Haschke. \;\n\nCONTACT: music@union.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://uni on.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/event/old-oaks LOCATION:The Terrace (See Event Details)\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:Old Oaks URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/old-oaks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221576@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T170000 DESCRIPTION:Charlie Painter is a self-studied\, self-producing\, Madison-ba sed guitarist\, teacher\, and band leader. With over a decade of weekly Ja zz gigs under his belt\, Painter's approach to bop\, blues\, and big band will keep your mind guessing and feet dancing.\n\nCONTACT: music@union.wis c.edu\n\nURL: https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/ event/charlie-painter-trio-0 LOCATION:The Terrace (See Event Details)\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:Charlie Painter Trio URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/charlie-painter-trio-0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221577@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260522T200000 DESCRIPTION:Rare Element is a high-energy funk band based in Madison\, Wisc onsin\, known for delivering electrifying live performances. Blending deep -pocket grooves\, tight horn lines\, soulful melodies\, and vibrant solos\ , Rare Element delivers an infectious sound that’s rooted in classic fun k traditions while pushing into modern territory. The group’s repertoire fuses elements of jazz\, soul\, and R&\;B with funk’s irresistible g roove\, creating music that is equally compelling for serious listeners an d dance-floor devotees. \;\n\nCONTACT: music@union.wisc.edu\n\nURL: ht tps://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/event/rare-eleme nt-2 LOCATION:The Terrace (See Event Details)\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:Rare Element URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/rare-element-2 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:219993@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T080000 DESCRIPTION:Spring migration is like a parade down Main Street\; hordes of birds are racing to return to their summer breeding grounds. Join this bir ding hike led by David Drake\, Extension Wildlife Specialist / Professor\, through the hemlock\, pine\, and hardwood forests. Life history and ecolo gical information will be shared about birds that call Wisconsin home as f ind and identify as many birds as we can before relaxing with coffee and b reakfast. Registration required.\n\nCONTACT: 715-358-5667\, karla.ortman@w isc.edu\n\nURL: https://kemp.wisc.edu/outreach/ LOCATION:Kemp Natural Resources Station\, Woodruff SUMMARY:Birds & Breakfast at Kemp URL;VALUE=URI:https://kemp.wisc.edu/outreach/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:219357@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T110000 DESCRIPTION:Arrange a unique seasonal market bouquet as large as your grip! . Stop by the garden and create with us. Build a bouquet as large as you c an hold and practice the process of making a simple\, but beautiful market bouquet. Learn what's in bloom and the names of a few flowers at each ses sion. BYOVase. Bring your own vase and we'll top it off with flower food.\ n\nCONTACT: 576-2501\, dostal@wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://allencentennialgard en.wisc.edu/summer-concerts/ LOCATION:Allen Centennial Garden SUMMARY:Drop in bouquet making URL;VALUE=URI:https://allencentennialgarden.wisc.edu/summer-concerts/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:217891@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T150000 DESCRIPTION:Arboretum. Learn about the fascinating lives of bluebirds\, the ir behavior\, why their populations declined\, and restoration efforts. In structor Sylvia Marek\, Arboretum naturalist\, created the Arboretum blueb ird trail in 1988 and has monitored it for more than 30 years. Indoor pres entation followed by a walk of the trail. Fee: $25. Register by May 19. Me et at the Visitor Center.\n\nCONTACT: 263-7888\, info@arboretum.wisc.edu\n \nURL: https://arboretum.wisc.edu/learn/adult-education/classes/ LOCATION:Meet at Visitor Center\, UW–Madison Arboretum SUMMARY:Class: Bluebirds and the Arboretum Trail URL;VALUE=URI:https://arboretum.wisc.edu/learn/adult-education/classes/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221578@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T170000 DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Terrace for a Behind the Beat series performance with The Brothers Maybe!\n\nCONTACT: music@union.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https:/ /union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/event/brothers-maybe LOCATION:The Terrace (See Event Details)\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:The Brothers Maybe URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/brothers-maybe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221579@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T200000 DESCRIPTION:Founded in 2016 in Madison\, Wisconsin\, Panchromatic Steel has blazed an entirely new trail in the city’s music scene\, fusing island styles with pop hits\, rock and jazz into a high-energy blend that is hard to categorize but easy to love. With top-shelf multi- instrumentalism and wide-ranging appeal\, Panchromatic’s music brightens any day\, transpor ts listeners to their happiest moments in the sun\, and threads the needle by being artful yet accessible to virtually everyone.\n\nCONTACT: music@u nion.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-c alendar/event/panchromatic-steel-3 LOCATION:The Terrace (See Event Details)\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:Panchromatic Steel URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/panchromatic-steel-3 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:218390@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T140000 DESCRIPTION:Arboretum. This gently paced walk explores ecological communiti es near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land\, plants\, animals \, other organisms\, phenology\, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Routes are wheelchair accessib le when weather allows. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free\, no re gistration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.\n\nCONTACT: 263-7888\, in fo@arboretum.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://arboretum.wisc.edu/visit/events/ LOCATION:Meet at Visitor Center\, UW–Madison Arboretum SUMMARY:Scenic Stroll URL;VALUE=URI:https://arboretum.wisc.edu/visit/events/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221462@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T150000 DESCRIPTION:with the Friends of the Lakeshore Nature Preserve. Join Mary Ca mpbell from UW Hua Labs for a fun\, family-friendly walk to learn about fr ogs and toads along the trails\, shoreline\, and marsh. Discover how Citiz en Science volunteers are collecting valuable data by listening to amphibi an calls throughout Madison. LOCATION:Picnic Point entrance kiosk\, University of Wisconsin-Madison\, 20 00 University Bay Drive\, Madison WI 53705 SUMMARY:Frog Walk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221295@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T190000 DESCRIPTION:Take a paddling tour along Lake Mendota to Picnic Point with ou r knowledgeable Outdoor UW staff! Learn more about the Lake\, UW Madison h istory\, and the wildlife in between. Beach ashore Picnic Point for a fire and s’mores to fuel up for an exciting paddle back to the Terrace\, whe re you can enjoy a refreshing beverage. Please arrive 15 minutes before th e scheduled start time. Meet at the Outdoor UW desk in the lower level of Memorial Union.  \; Bring water\, sunscreen\, and a hat/sunglasses. We ar clothes and shoes that can get wet! Key lockers and bathrooms are avail able. \; If you have any questions or concerns\, please contact ouwma nager@union.wisc.edu  \;\n\nCONTACT: 262-1630\, OutdoorUW@union.wisc.e du\n\nURL: https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/eve nt/destination-picnic-point-outdoor-uw-15 LOCATION:Outdoor UW\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:Destination Picnic Point with Outdoor UW URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/destination-picnic-point-outdoor-uw-15 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:217510@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260524T210000 DESCRIPTION:Come to the Sett anytime from 5-9 pm to play board games\, vide o games\, or VR games! Bring friends along and check out games for the nig ht\, or come alone to find a new gaming group on the spot! Our hosts are a lso happy to sit down for a game or two. Every week\, we also have a new f eatured game! Our hosts are free to teach anyone this new game handpicked by our WUD Games committee. Remember to bring your Wiscard! This is requir ed to check out games.\n\nCONTACT: games@union.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://un ion.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/event/wud-games-game-nig hts LOCATION:Sett\, Union South SUMMARY:WUD Games: Game Nights URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/wud-games-game-nights END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:201884@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DESCRIPTION:*Note: actual end time may vary.* \n University offices closed . \n\nCONTACT: admin@secfac.wisc.edu SUMMARY:Memorial Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:202001@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260527 DESCRIPTION:*Note: actual end time may vary.* \n \n\nCONTACT: admin@secfac .wisc.edu SUMMARY:3-week Summer Session Begins END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:212785@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T130000 DESCRIPTION:Have a question about one of the many Fulbright programs availa ble to UW-Madison students\, faculty\, staff\, and alumni? Heard about "Fu lbright" but aren't sure what it might mean to you? Are you an administrat or trying to assist one of your international Fulbrighters studying here a t UW-Madison? Every Wednesday we'll have drop-in hours where you can have your questions answered\, schedule a more in-depth appointment\, or just l earn more about what "Fulbright" could make possible for you!\n\nCONTACT: 265-6070\, uwfulbright@wisc.edu\n\nONLINE: https://go.wisc.edu/fulbrightdr opin LOCATION:256 Bascom Hall (Also offered online) SUMMARY:Fulbright office hours - virtual & in-person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221580@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T210000 DESCRIPTION:Thank you for joining us for Open Mic Night! \; At Open Mic \, we welcome all styles of music\, poetry\, spoken word\, comedy\, and ot her artistic acts. To give each participant ample opportunity to share the ir art\, each performer will have a designated performance time. In the sp irit of community\, we ask performers to please be conscious of their time slot and language. The stage may not be used for campaigning\, solicitati on\, or disruptive conduct. We’re happy to support performers however we can\, and our staff is happy to assist with any further questions. Thank you again and enjoy the show. Sign up with the host starting at 6:45pm. Pe rformances from 7:00pm-9:00pm. We provide a sound system -- monitors and m icrophones. Unfortunately\, we don't have any backline instruments or amps available. We can plug in backing tracks to our sound system. Looking for ward to your performance! \; Want to support this free event and the C ommittee's other free music programming? You can by enjoying our on-site d ining options: \; union.wisc.edu/dine/find-food-and-drink . You are al so welcome to make tax-deductible donations at union.wisc.edu/donate .&nb sp\;\n\nCONTACT: music@union.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://union.wisc.edu/event s-and-activities/event-calendar/event/open-mic-night-5 LOCATION:The Terrace (In the Rathskeller in case of rain)\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:Open Mic Night URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/open-mic-night-5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221209@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T110000 DESCRIPTION:Virtual Info Session. Join us to learn the study abroad basics &\; how to plan ahead!\n\nWe'll cover:\n• Academics abroad\n• Choos ing a program\n• Funding tips (scholarships &\; financial aid)\n• I nternship\, research &\; fieldwork opportunities\n• &\; MORE!\n\nR egister: bit.ly/4eAyW7p\n\nCONTACT: 265-6329\, peeradvisor@studyabroad.wis c.edu\n\nURL: https://studyabroad.wisc.edu/\n\nONLINE: https://bit.ly/4eAy W7p LOCATION: (Online) SUMMARY:Study Abroad 101 URL;VALUE=URI:https://studyabroad.wisc.edu/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221875@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T200000 DESCRIPTION:Bluegrass is an American art form that started in the hills of Appalachian hills and resonated with music lovers across the world. Madiso n’s own Cork 'n Bottle will bring songs and stories of bluegrass alive f or audiences at the Terrace Stage.\n\nCONTACT: music@union.wisc.edu\n\nURL : https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/event/cork-n -bottle-string-band-1 LOCATION:The Terrace (See Event Details)\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:Cork ‘n Bottle String Band URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/cork-n-bottle-string-band-1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T104614 UID:221581@calendar.wisc.edu DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T170000 DESCRIPTION:Ryan delivers thought provoking\, dynamic and spirited shows. C aptivating audiences\, Meisel's original music expresses the story of his lifelong musical journey through song. \; Performing with his classic Quartet\, (Sax/Guitar/Bass/Drums) Ryan’s brand of fiery saxophone playin g pushes his group’s improvisational limits. \; Ryan’s depth of wo rk pays tribute to the authentic sounds of New Orleans Traditional Jazz\, Blues\, Swing\, Hard-Bop\, Avant-Garde and Fusion. \; Ryan Meisel ense mbles are made up of Milwaukee and Madison’s top jazz musicians. \; Other configurations may include trios\, duos\, and Quartet featuring voca list Susan Hofer.\n\nCONTACT: music@union.wisc.edu\n\nURL: https://union.w isc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/event/ryan-meisel-quartet LOCATION:The Terrace (See Event Details)\, Memorial Union SUMMARY:Ryan Meisel Quartet URL;VALUE=URI:https://union.wisc.edu/events-and-activities/event-calendar/e vent/ryan-meisel-quartet END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR