Dec 11 2008

2008 – 2009 Wine Tasting Series

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Blue Spoon Cafe
2831 Parmenter Street
Middleton, WI 53565
608.824.1810

Thursday, February 19, 2009 Middleton Vino Incognito $25
Our annual Mardi Gras blind brown bag wine tasting event, complete with masks and beads!

Wednesday, March 18, 2009 Middleton New World vs. Old World $30
Ten wines from two hemispheres. Tonight we taste the wines that make the producers from the New World unique, when compared to those of the Old World, and vice versa. Old World wines tonight may come from France, Germany, Hungary, Greece, Italy, Israel, Spain or Portugal. New World wines may come from America, Chile, Argentina, Australia. We’ll put together a nice variety for you to taste to determine what’s best for you; New World, or Old World wines.

Thursday, April 16, 2009 Middleton Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon $30
We’ve picked two varietals to explore in depth. Six Sauvignon Blancs and six Cabernets from around the world will be lined up for you to taste and enjoy.

Thursday, May 14, 2009 Middleton Purely Pinot Noir $40
Beautifully aromatic, with tones of berry fruits, flowers and smoke. This is how we like our Pinot Noir. We’ve assembled a cross section from the Russian River Valley (our favorite Pinot’s come from here), Central Coast, Oregon, Carneros, Santa Barbara and Burgundy. You’re sure to find your new favorite tonight!

Wednesday, June 17, 2009 Middleton Unscrewed Values for $15 or Less $15
The screw cap, otherwise known as the Stelvin closure, isn’t necessarily an indication of the quality of the wine. We’ve got some favorites that are truly yummy and won’t break the bank.

Thursday, July 16, 2009 Middleton Front Porch Summer Wines $20
It’s the time of year that you’re looking for refreshing wines to enjoy while hanging out. We call ‘em Summer Chuggers, or Front Porch wines.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 Middleton Wines of the Pacific Northwest $25
Some of the best wines produced in America come from the Pacific Northwest. We’ll leave California alone tonight and concentrate on the rest of the region. Tonight we celebrate the wines of Oregon, Washington, Idaho and British Columbia.

All tastings require advance registration and begin at 6:00 pm. Call the specific location you will be attending for information.

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Nov 20 2008

Middleton Holiday Pops Concert

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November 29, 2008 • 8:00 pm
November 30, 2008 • 1:00 pm

Madison Marriott West – Middleton

Featuring the Middleton High School Concert Choir


The holiday season kicks off with music and merriment as the WCO brings to life favorite holiday songs and stories amidst twinkling lights and snowflakes. 

Program Highlights:
Bridge - A Christmas Dance ‘Sir Roger de Coverley’
Richman - Hanukkah Festival Overture
Blake - The Snowman

Theater Style Seating:
Saturday Night Performance
$25/adults, $22/seniors, $15/students, $8/children (6-17 yrs)
Sunday Matinee Performance
$19/adults, $16/seniors, $10/students, $5/children (6-17 yrs)

Table Style seating:
In addition to theater-style seating, we offer premium seating and refreshments at Premier and Cabaret Tables. Cabaret Tables include delectable desserts and coffee on Saturday night and pastries and coffee on Sunday afternoon. Premier tables include dinner on Saturday night and brunch on Sunday afternoon.

Table Prices:
Saturday Night Performance:
Cabaret Seating (tables of 4) $150
Premier Seating (tables of 8) $750
Sunday Matinee Performance:
Cabaret Seating (tables of 4) $120
Premier Seating (tables of 8) $250

Click here to view the Holiday Pops Table Brochure

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Oct 14 2008

4th Annual Halloween Scream!!

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November 01, 2008

Capital Brewery
7734 Terrace Avenue
Middleton, WI 53562
608-836-7100

Movies, fun & frights for all from 6:00PM – Midnight.

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Sep 08 2008

FALL COOKING SHOW

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Tuesday, September 30

Exhibits open 4:30 p.m.

Show starts at 7:00 p.m.

Middleton High School Performing Arts Center

2100 Bristol Street, Middleton
www.tasteofhome.com

News Publishing Company is proud to bring you this “Taste of Home” Cooking School. Join us for an evening of fun, food and prizes! Come see many exciting recipes demonstrated on stage by “Taste of Home” economist Mary Janice Reisdorf. Stop by your nearest News Publishing Co. office to purchase your tickets:

  • Middleton Times-Tribune, 7507 Hubbard Avenue, Middleton ~ 836-1601
  • News-Sickle-Arrow, 1126 Mills Street, Black Earth ~ 767-3655
  • Mount Horeb Mail, 114 E. Main Street, Mount Horeb ~ 437-5553
  • Sauk Prairie Star, 801 Water Street, Sauk City ~ 643-3444
  • Post Messenger, 109 5th Avenue, Unit A, New Glarus ~ 527-5252

TICKETS JUST$12 EACH
GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY!
The show sells out fast!

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Sep 03 2008

Greenway Station to Host Middleton’s Largest Coffee Break

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Dane County’s businesses are invited to enjoy coffee compliments of Starbucks on September 12 from 9 to 11 a.m.

MIDDLETON, Wis. (August 25, 2008) – Dane County’s businesses are encouraged to “take a break” on Friday, Sept. 12 from 9 to 11 a.m. and join Greenway Station for the largest coffee break Middleton has ever seen. This event is designed to offer a place for local businesses to network together while enjoying a complimentary cup of coffee from Starbucks.

Middleton’s Largest Coffee Break, sponsored by Anderson & Shapiro, will be held rain or shine in a tent located in the parking area near Starbucks. The first 100 event attendees will receive a free gift bag filled with coupons and special offers courtesy of Greenway Station. In addition to complimentary coffee, Cosi will offer attendees free pastries and bagels. The event will also include live entertainment by local guitar and bass musicians Ken Wheaton and Tom McCarty, as well as chances to win Greenway Station gift cards, office lunch parties and other great prizes.

Several city officials and media representatives will take part in the event by participating as official “coffee servers.” Among these are Michelle Riell and Amy Carlson with NBC 15; Kurt Sonnentag, Mayer of Middleton, Mike Davis, Middleton City Administrator; and Van Nutt, Executive Director for the Middleton Chamber of Commerce.

A donation of $1 per person is suggested and will benefit the Middleton Outreach Ministry. For more information on this organization please visit www.mompop.org.

“We truly look forward to serving the local business community and showing how much we appreciated its support both of Greenway Station and the community as a whole. We hope area business professionals will enjoy the opportunity to relax and enjoy a few minutes away from the office at the shopping center,” said Jim DeArmond, general manager for Greenway Station.

For additional information on Middleton’s Largest Coffee Break please visit www.greenwayshopping.com.

Greenway Station Shopping Center hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday with some store and restaurants open extended hours.

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Aug 04 2008

Greenway Station® to Host Fourth Annual ArtFest

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MIDDLETON, Wis. (July 25, 2008) – Greenway Station’s fourth annual ArtFest will be held Saturday, August 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, August 3 from noon to 4 p.m. Thirty-five of the area’s best artists will participate in a juried art exhibition and sale held along the shopping center’s main street, Deming Way. The event will offer live entertainment, free children’s activities and a wealth of art to Middleton and surrounding communities.

The categories of art judged for the festival include jewelry, glass, photography, drawing, mixed media, painting, textiles, watercolor, fiber and wood. The show will feature artists representing each category but will focus on jewelry, photography and painting.

Customers can enjoy live jazz guitar performances by local musician Ken Wheaton and a live harp  performance by local musician Rachel Avery. Plus, a hands-on family area offering interactive art activities including free children’s make-and-take workshops, caricatures and a chalk masterpiece will be available all weekend long.

“We’re thrilled that this event has become such a popular, well-attended festival for the Middleton area,” said Corey Kautzky, marketing director of Greenway Station. “Each year the event grows in participation and attendance, and I’m sure this year will be no exception.”

For additional information on ArtFest visit www.greenwayshopping.com.

Greenway Station Shopping Center hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday with some stores and restaurants open extended hours.

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Jun 24 2008

Wisconsin Road Conditions

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Visit today! Our region of Wisconsin, thankfully, wasn’t affected by the recent severe weather. But if you have any questions about the conditions of the roads you might be traveling to get here, visit this link to access Wisconsin road condition information.

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May 12 2008

Middleton’s Big Event – June 14th!

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Middleton’s first annual BIG event promises to be the biggest one-day summer event in the area. Find dozens of activities and fun for all ages throughout the entire community. Kids in particular may enjoy firetruck rides, creating crafts, riding in an airplane, dancing to music and gazing at spectacular fireworks. The bigger kids can participate in a variety of runs and walks, view classic cars, shop for varied treasures and kicking back with friends and family to the tunes of great musicians. Make your plans today for Middleton’s BIG Event on June 14 and don’t forget to buy your tickets to the evening concert!

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