Brava

play in the spotlight The Wisconsin Chapter of the Huntington's Disease Society of America invites you to relive your prom days for a great cause: Finding a cure for this fatal neurological disease. Saturday, 6:30 p.m. Monona Terrace, Madison; madisonreprom.com. The Friendship That Would Not Die: Lynda Barry on Matt Groening Cartoonist and author Lynda Barry brings the history of "alt comics" to life with a discussion on her friendship with "The Simpsons" creator Matt Groening. Thursday, 7 p.m. Madison Museum of Contemporary Art, Madison; mmoca.org. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Come one, come all to the Madison Kids Expo—a weekend of fun for both big and little kids alike. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Alliant Energy Center, Madison; MadisonKidsExpo.com. Pro Arte Quartet 100th Anniversary Join America's first quartet-in-residence in celebrating its 100th year with a day of activities including a lecture, dinner event and an exclusive pre-performance discussion before the world premiere of a new work. Saturday, schedule varies. Memorial Union, Madison; proartequartet.org. Maestro John DeMain and the Madison Symphony Orchestra welcome violinist Augustin Hadelich—an MSO debut you won't want to miss. Friday, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 8 p.m. Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Overture Center for the Arts, Madison; madisonsymphony.org. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 marchevents Get in gear at the annual Canoecopia and Bike-o-Rama events, where everything you need for paddling sports and cycling will be at your fingertips. Friday through Sunday, event schedules vary. Alliant Energy Center, Madi- son; canoecopia.com and bikeorama.com. Evening at the Casino For the 18th year, the Madison Junior Woman's Club welcomes you to a night of revelry to benefit a charitable cause in the community. This year, gamble the night away to raise funds for Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center. Saturday, 7 p.m. Madison Concourse Hotel, Madison; mjwcmadison.org. Stop and smell the roses, it's the first day of spring! Frank Sinatra Tribute Show Step back in time and celebrate the sounds of Old Blue Eyes as tribute artist Peter Oprisko brings all the hits to the Monona Terrace stage. Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. Monona Terrace, Madison; communityevents.mononaterrace.com. 28 March 2012 bravamagazine.com 69 Photo courtesy of the UW Arts Institute and Memorial Union

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• The Madison Kids Expo Guide: Your guide to the annual event highlights all performances to see, activities to try and the other ways to have fun with your family.
• Madisons Moms of Comedy: For the women behind Madisons Monkey Business Institute, improv is a way of life.
• The Bridal Guide: Three couples, three seasons, three ways to celebrate a Wisconsin wedding in the great outdoors.
• Kids These Days: How one group of students is speaking up for a generation (just dont call them kids!)
• In the Moment: Jen Roth keeps little ones engaged in art
• In Good Health: Foods filled with fiber (and more!) and understanding vein health.
• On the Move: Spinning into shape in a cycling class.
• In Style: Chic wardrobe staples and bold jewelry.
• At Home: A stylish place to put your feet up and an entryway that works with you.
• With Family: Chiropractic care for little ones and Doctor Moms basics on whooping cough.
• In a Mans World: Finn Berge and Matt Weygandt are growing a community-based business one sip at a time.
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• With Me: Kay Stevens puts youth in the spotlight
• Up the Ladder: Spring cleaning your workspace and networking news
• To Inspire: Suzanne Litscher is warming the hearts (and heads) of those battling cancer.
• Around Town: Sweet treats, artsy events and places to get in the St. Patricks Day spirit.
• In the Spotlight: Your must-attend events of the month.
• With Your Food: The taste of Irelend here at home and tips for stocking your wine rack.
• In Your Free Time: A burgeoning arts scene, classic novels worth reading again, and your March to-do-list.
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