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| Unlock the Legacy of Agribusiness Success
 A sea of blue jackets return to Exhibition Hall for the 83rd FFA State Convention on June 11-14. This annual event begins with the Day of Service activities where FFA members will volunteer their time at six local service sites. The Day of Service is followed by the nightly Kick Off to the Convention. FFA members will spend the evening listening to music, playing games and relaxing with plenty of entertainment.
This year’s convention “Unlocks the Legacy” of agricultural education with seminars, hands-on training and more competitions than ever before. FFA students can earn FFA Bucks for every workshop, seminar, exhibit, tour and informational session students attend. The Bucks can be used at the silent auction on June 13 to purchase an array of interesting items.
From the agriscience fair and public speaking competitions to the talent show and opening/closing ceremony contests, this convention is full of competitive opportunities for students to demonstrate and improve professional skills.
To register or view a full schedule of the convention, visit www.wisconsinffa.org/convention.
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World’s Largest Brat Fest
 The World’s Largest Brat Fest is returning to Willow Island for a four-day extravaganza May 25-May 28. The growing festival will continue seeking to break the previous year’s world record of brats eaten during the event; Join us in breaking the record of 209,376 brats eaten last year! You can’t go wrong with a variety of Johnsonville brats, Oscar Mayer Hotdogs, Veggie Brats, and more.
This event isn’t just about the food! The free music festival will include a variety of artists and genres, from rock to reggae to soul, just to name a few. Regardless of your preferences, you’re sure to be pleased with the range of entertainment at Brat Fest! Bring the whole family to enjoy Brat Fest’s annual 5K run/walk or enjoy new rides at this year’s carnival. The kids can work off their extra energy (and all those brats!) by learning to Kayak with Rutabaga or Brat Rock Climb with Boulder’s Climbing Gym.
Celebrate Wisconsin’s heritage and the people and organizations who help make Madison such a wonderful place to live. Held every Memorial Day weekend, Brat Fest’s proceeds benefit the local charities who help staff the event. Charities include the Autism Society of Greater Madison, the Boys & Girls Club of Dane County, the National Charity League, and so many more!
Hurry and get your Brat Bucks! Brat Bucks are valid the entire weekend and can be used for a Johnsonville brat, Johnsonville Chicken Chipotle Monterey Jack brat, hot dog, Tofurky brat, hot buttered corn on the cob, Pepsi products or Sassy Cow Creamery’s chocolate or white milk. If you place an order of 25 Brat Bucks before May 18th you get 10% off! For more information please visit http://www.bratfest.com/. |
Epic Fight Night in Coliseum
 It’s fight night in Veterans Memorial Coliseum on May 16. The National Guard Fight Me MMA tour brings this premier mixed martial arts league to Madison for an epic night of non-stop action. The world’s best and brightest young fighters bring the heat to battle it out both inside and outside the cages.
Don’t miss Mike “Unbreakable” King, one of the most popular gladiators in MMA, as he attempts to knock out the competition left and right. Fight Me MMA star Tonya “Triple Threat” Evinger, who last fight was deemed “Fight of the Night”, is set to entertain Wisconsin fans in the main event. Many local fighters will be making their debut against experienced opponents.
Fight Me MMA and the Wisconsin National Guard will be offering thousands of free tickets to fans through area marketing and retail partners. Free ticket coupons can also be found on FightMeMMA.com and facebook.com/FightMeMMA. Doors are scheduled to open at 6:00 p.m. with the show scheduled to begin at 7:30. An overflow crowd is expected, so fans are encouraged to arrive early to get the best available seats. |
Divine Celebration at Willow Island
 Transcend into your most sacred space during Bhakti Fest Midwest, a community event known as the “Spiritual Woodstock of the Decade”. Head outside to Willow Island on June 29-July 1 for a three-day festival that celebrates devotion through a combination of music, yoga, meditation, and chanting.
From power flow and Vinyasa flow to original asana and artistic-infused yoga, Bhakti Fest offers experienced and beginner yogis the opportunity to discover over 30 unique practices of yoga. Join worldwide icons in fusing together kirtan chanting and movement to further spiritual empowerment.
Deepen your realm of understanding and personal development through daily workshops and mini retreats. Continue the healthful pursuit and dine on delicious vegan, vegetarian and raw foods from local vendors.
Bhakti Fest is held by the Center for Spiritual Studies, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing a voice to yoga, chanting and spiritual awareness. A portion of all proceeds go to charities.
Three-day passes are $250 for adults, $200 for seniors and $75 for youth. Kids 12 and under are free. Reserve a spot for camping or RVs by calling the Alliant Energy Center at 608-267-3976. Reserve your ticket online at www.bhaktifest.com and tap into a world of enjoyment and bliss today! |
Exhibition Hall Awarded 2011 Best Convention Center
 Each year, Wisconsin Meetings magazine conducts a reader survey to determine the "Best of" Wisconsin Meetings vendors and suppliers. For 2011, Exhibition Hall at theAlliant Energy Center has been selected by readers as The Best Convention Center.
Planning a convention can take years in some cases, and the venue plays a critical role in whether it is executed successfully. Exhibition Hall was designed with large conventions and trade shows in mind. The venue’s ease of access and superb functionality are synergized with support services to make it ideal for any convention or trade show.
As the leading convention center in Wisconsin, Exhibition Hall at the AEC hosts more than 600 events annually, including global conventions such as World Dairy Expo, the World Stem Cell Summit and national conventions like Pheasant Fest and Antiques Road Show.
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Not Just Subways and Sidewalks
Exhibition Hall, Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Willow Island all add to Madison’s plethora of attributes that are making it a more competitive location in this economy for both large and small events. Along with the city’s intellectual capacity, not-too-big-not-too-small size, beautiful landscape, quality of life, and so much more, the exceptional venues at the Alliant Energy Center truly complement the attractions of Madison for event planners. Read more about how Madison and its outstanding facilities and services attract outside events and increase visitors in the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce’s “Not Just Subways and Sidewalks” at www.epaperflip.com/aglaia/viewer.aspx?docid=652bae3a3a974e649ceb05643248cf54. |
Order Your Ticketmaster Event Tickets Toll Free
Event-goers who typically call in their Ticketmaster orders can now call toll free. The new number, 1-800-745-3000, allows anyone in the U.S. to order tickets via phone without paying pesky long distance charges. The previous number, (608) 255-4646, is no longer be available.
Alliant Energy Center event tickets are also available in person at the Coliseum Box Office, www.ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.
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