This is the insurgent radio kiosk for Monday, August 9
On this day in 1930, animated character Betty Boop made her debut. She first appeared in the cartoon Dizzy Dishes, which was produced by Max Fleischer. Fleischer is the founder of Fleischer Studios and creator of several beloved animated characters, including Betty Boop, Popeye, and Koko the Clown.
It’s Black Restaurant Week this week. Support local black-owned restaurants, food carts, and caterers all week long. For a list of participating businesses, visit madisonblackchamber.com.
Today at four pm, join the WORT Programming Committee for their monthly meeting. This is a one-hour virtual meeting. Find the link to join at wortfm.org/calendar.
Commemorate the lives lost in the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings 76 years ago at tonight’s Lanterns for Peace. This event starts at six-thirty pm at Tenney Park, outside of the John Wall Family Pavilion. The entire event will be held outdoors. Attendees will have an opportunity to decorate a lantern. The program starts at seven-thirty pm and lanterns launch at dusk. For more information, visit psr-wisconsin.org.
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This is the insurgent radio kiosk for Tuesday, August 10
On this day in 1787, composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart completed his chamber piece “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik” [ eyen cleyen naw-ckt-mew-seek]. Often translated to A Little Serenade or A Little Night Music. The piece four movements and was written for a string quartet consisting of two violins, a viola, a cello, and a double bass. Though it is often performed by a full string orchestra.
It’s Black Restaurant Week this week. Support local black-owned restaurants, food carts, and caterers all week long. For a list of participating businesses, visit madisonblackchamber.com.
Grab a blanket or bring a lawn chair and enjoy a FREE movie tonight at Allied Park. The show starts at six pm. Tonight’s movie is Jumanji: The Next Level. More information can be found at cityofmadison.com/calendar.
Today at six pm, Urban League of Greater Madison and the Madison Police Department are starting a 4-part conversation series about community policing in South Madison. Today’s topic is Community Restorative Court and Diversion. This event is held in-person at Urban League. For more information, visit cityofmadison.com/police.
Want to get your thoughts on the airwaves? We want to broadcast your two-minute commentary. Write a script, then record it to have it played right here on the Insurgent Radio Kiosk. Find more information at wortfm.org/kioskcommentary.
This has been the insurgent radio kiosk heard at 5, 6:30 and 9 in the morning and at 2 in the afternoon. Submit event announcements online at wortfm.org/announcements.
This is the insurgent radio kiosk for Wednesday, August 11
Today in 1919, beloved football team the Green Bay Packers were founded. Curly Lambeau and George Calhoun gathered a score of young athletes together and organized the team. The Green Bay Packers remain the only non-profit, community-owned major league football team in the National Football League. You probably knew that already, but did you know that the rivalry between the Packers and Chicago Bears dates back to 1921, making it the oldest rivalry in football history?
It’s Black Restaurant Week this week. Support local black-owned restaurants, food carts, and caterers all week long. For a list of participating businesses, visit madisonblackchamber.com.
Today at four pm, players from the Forward Madison soccer team are doing a storytime on the patio at Pinney Library. There will be stories, songs, and some outdoor soccer activities. Children in attendance will get to meet two of their favorite local soccer players. Learn more at madpl.org/forward.
Later at six pm, head to Turville Point Conservation Park for a guided-tour about conservation efforts at Olin Turville Park. Learn about some of the challenges of conservation efforts and some of the innovative ways the City and its partners are working to improve and sustain the park. This is a free, family-friendly event; no registration required. Please note, pets are not allowed in any conservation park. For more information, visit cityofmadison.com/calendar.
Want to get your thoughts on the airwaves? We want to broadcast your two-minute commentary. Write a script, then record it to have it played right here on the Insurgent Radio Kiosk. Find more information at wortfm.org/kioskcommentary.
This has been the insurgent radio kiosk heard at 5, 6:30 and 9 in the morning and at 2 in the afternoon. Submit event announcements online at wortfm.org/announcements.
This is the insurgent radio kiosk for Thursday, August 12
On this day in 1939, the first public showing of the film Wizard of Oz premiered in Oconomowoc. According to the fansite The Wizard of Oz dot info, “no one is sure exactly why a small town in the midwest received this honor.” The official premiere happened on August 15 in Hollywood.
It’s Black Restaurant Week this week. Support local black-owned restaurants, food carts, and caterers all week long. For a list of participating businesses, visit madisonblackchamber.com.
Today starting at five pm is Sessions at McPike Park. This weekend’s theme is The Pursuit of Happiness. This is a weekend event of music, live entertainment, food, drink, and vendors. For a schedule of events, visit sessionsatmcpike.org.
Grab a blanket or bring a lawn chair and enjoy a FREE movie at Warner Park. The fun starts at four pm with free food and games provided by Increase the Peace: Northside. The movie starts at seven pm. Tonight’s movie is Avengers: Endgame. More information can be found at cityofmadison.com/calendar.
Want to get your thoughts on the airwaves? We want to broadcast your two-minute commentary. Write a script, then record it to have it played right here on the Insurgent Radio Kiosk. Find more information at wortfm.org/kioskcommentary.
This has been the insurgent radio kiosk heard at 5, 6:30 and 9 in the morning and at 2 in the afternoon. Submit event announcements online at wortfm.org/announcements.
This is the insurgent radio kiosk for Friday, August 13
On this day in 2008, real life mermaid Michael Phelps won three (count ‘em) THREE Olympic gold medals in a single day at the Beijing Summer Olympics. The events were the two-hundred meter individual medley, the two-hundred meter butterfly, and the four by two-hundred meter freestyle relay. Phelps has not been in the public eye for some time, so I can only assume he returned to his home in the sea.
It’s Black Restaurant Week this week. Support local black-owned restaurants, food carts, and caterers all week long. For a list of participating businesses, visit madisonblackchamber.com.
Today starting at four pm is Bay View Community Center’s Summer Celebration. Stop by and celebrate the return of togetherness. Bay View friends are invited to this casual event. For more information about the activities, visit bayviewfoundation.org.
Today starting at five pm is Sessions at McPike Park. This weekend’s theme is The Pursuit of Happiness. This is a weekend event of music, live entertainment, food, drink, and vendors. For a schedule of events, visit sessionsatmcpike.org.
Want to get your thoughts on the airwaves? We want to broadcast your two-minute commentary. Write a script, then record it to have it played right here on the Insurgent Radio Kiosk. Find more information at wortfm.org/kioskcommentary.
This has been the insurgent radio kiosk heard at 5, 6:30 and 9 in the morning and at 2 in the afternoon. Submit event announcements online at wortfm.org/announcements.
