May 22, 2015
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MAY 22 – 25
World’s Largest Brat Fest
Alliant Energy Center
Every Memorial Day Weekend since 1983, Brat Fest has brought communities together to celebrate with food, music, and family fun all while donating to local charities. Check out their website for the events schedule (www.bratfest.com).
Spotlight Events at Brat Fest:
SUNDAY, MAY 24
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sweat the Technique: Fresh Beef!
Willow Island at the Alliant Energy Center
All ages, all styles battle and youth Bboy/Bgirl battle. Winners receive $25-75 and prizes. Free event.
SUNDAY, MAY 24
7 p.m.
Dogs of War
CWAG Tent Stage
Five-piece, award-winning local group addresses police brutality and social issues through a blend of Hip-Hop and Rock. All ages, free.
SATURDAY, MAY 23
4 – 9 p.m.
Beatmakers’ Brawl
South Madison Center for Culture & Community (Fountain of Life Church)
The first event of the FOR THE LOVE OF HIP HOP SUMMER CONCERT SERIES 2015 and Madison’s biggest producer battle, this non-profit event will support the Urban Community Arts Network programming, designed to benefit the greater Madison Hip-Hop Community. All ages. Free under 18. $5 for spectators, $25 to battle.
SATURDAY, MAY 23
9 p.m.
Trinidad Tripoli Steel Drum Ensemble
UW Memorial Union Terrace
Active since the ‘50s, this legendary band is still going strong and is sure to get people dancing with their sunny mixture of Soca, Calypso, and Reggae. Free, all ages.
TUESDAY, MAY 26
6:30 p.m.
Dasha Kelly & Cyn Vargas with Chloe Benjamin
Rainbow Bookstore/Inforshop
A reading from authors of Curbside Splendor from their respective novels, Almost Crimson (Kelly), On the Way (Vargas), and The Anatomy of Dreams (Benjamin).
TUESDAY, MAY 26
9 – 1 p.m.
Salsa/Tango Party
The Brink Lounge
Part of Wisconsin Tango. All Tuesdays free.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27
9 p.m.
Open Mic
Genna’s Lounge
Every Wednesday, hosted by Rob Dz. Sign-up starts at 8:30 p.m. Free; 21+.
FRIDAY, MAY 29
6 – 9 p.m.
Our Madison Plan: Taking Madison From Worst to First
Alliant Energy Center
The Justified Anger Coalition, headed by Reverend Dr. Alex Gee, will discuss framework for action on racial disparities. Music by Neo-Soul group KinFolk, refreshments provided. All ages, free event. RSVP: justifiedanger.eventbrite.com.
FRIDAY, MAY 29
8 p.m.
Cedric the Entertainer, Mike Epps, Eddie Griffin, D.L. Hughley, George Lopez, & Charlie Murphy in “The Black and Brown Comedy Get Down”
The Bradley Center, Milwaukee
A historic night of comedy featuring six of comedy’s multi-talented favorites. Tickets start at $49.50.
FRIDAY, MAY 29
9 p.m.
Edi Rey y Su Salsera, Ben Ferris Octet
UW Memorial Union Terrace
Sure to be a lively night of dancing and fun, this band plays genres of Latin music including Salsa, Mambo, Merengue, Cumbia, and Cha-cha-cha. Free.
FRIDAY, MAY 29
9 – 11 a.m.
Job Mob
Madison College-South
Search for jobs, work on résumés, apply for public assistance programs, and get referrals to career training programs and services. Free.
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
1:30 p.m. & 3:15 p.m.
Annual African American Student Recognition
Madison College Truax Campus Auditorium
The Madison Metropolitan Chapter of The Links, Incorporated will present its annual African American Student Recognition Program. This year’s theme is “Empowering Students Through Education. Recognition program for elementary students starts at 1:30 p.m. and for middle and high school students at 3:15 p.m.
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