🌟 Embrace early September vibes! 🎊 Week of September 1–7 🌟 Discover incredible happenings 🎭 and hidden treasures 🏆

Your Weekly Inside Guide to Events, Community, and Local Impact

The first week of September is here, and Autumn is approaching! Dane County is alive with exceptional local experiences waiting to be discovered! The week of September 1-7 is your perfect window to explore everything our community has crafted—from undiscovered restaurant treasures to one-of-a-kind shops and local artisans. Every purchase you make locally doesn't just bring you something special; it strengthens the connections that make our Wisconsin community truly remarkable. Ready to dive into all the amazing experiences this first week of September has to offer?

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WVCC Home Away From Home Fisher House Wisconsin Ice Breaker September 4 at Park Hotel from 5pm to 9pm

Home Away from Home - Fisher House WI Ice Breaker

September 4, 2025: 5-9pm, Park Hotel, Madison

Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce

Cross Plains Night Market

September 4, 2025: 5-7pm, Crossroads Coffeehouse, Cross Plains

Summer Market and Pub Crawl

September 6, 2025: Noon-5pm, Various Locations, Madison

For a complete list of events, please visit the Dane Buy Local Events Calendar

Holiday Auction Donations Needed

❤️Our Community Needs You!❤️

Help Us Help Those Who Make Our Community Shine!

Your Business Can Be a Beacon of Hope

We're asking our incredible business community to donate to our Holiday Auction. Every item you donate helps us raise funds to help Dane Buy Local support local businesses struggling through these challenging times. Your generosity today helps your fellow business owners tomorrow.

Items We're Looking For

Products & Merchandise • Gift Cards for Services & Experiences • Entertainment Packages

Auction runs from Thursday, November 13 - Thursday, November 20
Please fill out this form for each TYPE of item donated.
If you have multiple of the same item, just specify amount.
Form should be completed by October 24, 2025
If you have any questions or comments, please contact Shelli @ 608-729-7342 or shelli@danebuylocal.com

Thank you for being part of the Dane Buy Local community!

Meghan Stern Interim Executive Director of Dane Buy Local

Meghan Stern Interim Executive Director Dane Buy Local

Dane Buy Local 2025 Online Holiday Auction link

Access to Independence Call For Art 8th Annual Art Event and Fundraiser for Artists Beyond Boundaries Featuring artwork from Wisconsin artists with disabilities The one night event will showcase all submissions with cash prizes awarded to the top seven works Call for Art lasts from June 16 until September 30 and is open to any Wisconsin artist with a disability All skill levels welcome Free entry Prizes are money awards and Blick Art material giftcards Questions call or email Amber at 6087167199 or amberb@accesstoind.org

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Labor Day Studio Rental Sale Looking for a beautiful light-filled space in the heart of Madison’s Capitol Square Now through September 8 enjoy exclusive holiday savings Buy 2 hours get 1 FREE save 40 dollars as low as 27 dollars per hour Buy 3 hours get 2 FREE save 80 dollars as low as 24 dollars per hour Perfect for yoga fitness workshop or gatherings. Each rental also includes an extra 15 minutes before and after for setup and cleanup. Purchase now schedule later hours can be spread across classes or workshops. Packages valid through the end of the year. Premium location Lounge plus amenities included Welcoming light filled studio Reserve your hours today and host your event where energy meets elegance. Did you know the parking meters are FREE after 6pm and on Sundays There are also 2 parking garages nearby Capitol North and Dayton St. and Pinckney St.

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For a complete list of members, please visit the Dane Buy Local Member Directory

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