Brava

April 2012

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play around town Get Outta Town Alligator Alley Adventures Wisconsin Dells Enjoy the rush of a 100-foot free fall as you bungee jump from the pristine rock for- mations that have made the area famous. Visit alligatoralleyadventures.com. Gentle Breezes Sun Prairie A more laid-back alternative to soaring the skies, a hot-air balloon tour boasts an unbeatable view of the surrounding landscape at a leisurely pace. Visit fl ygentlebreezes.com. Madison Helicopter Charters Madison Take a wild adventure without leaving the city on a helicopter tour that soars above landmarks such as Henry Vilas Zoo, Olbrich Botanical Gardens and more. Visit madisonhelicoptercharters.com. Seven Hills Skydiving Club Marshall Fit for an adrenaline junkie or anyone with an ambitious bucket list, taking the leap out of an airplane is a thrill. Visit sevenhillsskydivers.com. Head Out: Wear your book nerd badge with pride at these literary events Avol's Books Whether you've been think- ing about stepping up to the mic or just want to absorb local poets' works, enjoy an evening of words on April 5 at Avol's monthly poetry open mic night. avolsbooks.com 66 BRAVA Magazine Barnes and Noble Both national and local authors stop by the West Towne Mall location. April 28 author Shannon Kleiber shares her inspirational book about the founding of the Girl Scouts of the USA. barnesandnoble.com April 2012 Booked for Murder Get swept up in a mystery on April 12, 17 and 28 as Booked For Murder wel- comes authors such as Tony Hays and Victoria Houston to separate book signings and readings. bookedformurder.com Madison Lit Fest Get your lit fi x at this second annual event April 23-28. From readings by student and published writers to work- shops at bookstores across town, this festival has an event for every bookworm. madisonlitfest.com A Room of One's Own Books & Gifts Don't miss a bevy of author readings throughout the month, or head out to the Gates of Heaven Synagogue for an off-site reading on April 28. roomofonesown.com Explore the world from above with a few high-fl ying adventures Looking for an excuse to start the week- end early? Then the Edgewater Hotel's Thursday Lite Bite Jazz Nights are for you. Nibble hors d'oeuvres, sip cocktails and take in the smooth stylings of Madison's queen of jazz Gerri DiMaggio and pianist Paul Hastil. Pull up a seat this month inside the Edgewater's Cove Lounge on Night on the Town April 12 and 26 from 6:30-9 p.m. Visit theedgewater.com. All that Jazz The Capital City Jazz Fest is back for the 24th year with performances that will keep your toes tapping for days. Featuring bands and singers from around the country performing styles from all eras of jazz history, the festival runs April 27-29 at Madison Quality Inn & Suites. Visit madisonjazz.com/jazzfest. Photo by David King

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