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Upcoming Events

Ecological Restoration Work Party

Arboretum Core Area and Curtis Prairie

July 26th, 9:00am–12:00pm

Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum

Volunteer for restoration activities and learn about prairies and savannas. Tools and training provided. Groups welcome with advance notice. Meet at the Visitor Center. Event capacity is limited, please arrive by 9 a.m. More information: (608) 263-3774 or anne.pearce@wisc.edu.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

July 26th, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Class: Mindfulness in Nature – Grounding in the Moment

Arboretum

July 26th, 1:00pm–4:00pm

Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum

Mindfulness helps reduce stress and improve physical and mental health using a moment-to-moment awareness of one’s experience without judgment. Mindfulness In Nature uses nature for all practices (sitting, standing, and moving). Monthly series runs through October. No experience needed. Instructor: Roger Reynolds, certified natural mindfulness guide. Outdoor class. Fee: $10. Register by July 22. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

July 27th, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Scenic Stroll

Arboretum

July 27th, 1:00pm–2:00pm

Meet at Visitor Center, UW–Madison Arboretum

This gently paced walk explores ecological communities near the Visitor Center. Themes may include the land, plants, animals, other organisms, phenology, and ecology. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes and come prepared for weather and insects. Routes are wheelchair accessible when weather allows. Walks canceled for unsafe conditions. Free, no registration required. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

July 28th, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

July 29th, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

July 30th, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

July 31st, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.

Bringing Akris Stories to Life

August 1st, 10:00am–4:00pm

Ruth Davis Design Gallery, Nancy Nicholas Hall

Starting July 21, Bringing Akris Stories to Life will be on view in the Ruth Davis Design Gallery window. This semester-long consulting project between Akris and the Kohl’s Center for Retailing brought together Textile & Fashion Design students and Consumer Behavior & Marketplace Studies to explore the iconic Akris brand. Headquartered in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Akris is a global, luxury fashion house known for its fine materials and craftsmanship.