5 things to do in Madison this weekend: November 13-15
Native Art Market Curated by Dakota Mace and Paige Skenandore, the annual market brings more than 40 Native artists presenting everything from beadwork, porcupine quillwork and Ho-Chunk quilting to contemporary jewelry, textiles, metalwork and clothing. Several artists are also teaching workshops in the months surrounding the market. Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Arts + Literature Laboratory, 111 S. Livingston St. Chazen Museum of Art Open House The Chazen Museum of Art welcomes visitors to its newly reimagined galleries spanning both the Elvehjem and Chazen buildings. The celebration includes dance performances inspired by works by Alexander Calder, Sam Gilliam and Louise Nevelson; hands-on printmaking and origami; guided gallery and architecture tours; and a performance by the Badger Brass Quintet. Nov. 14, noon-4 p.m., 750 University Ave. Madison Cocktail Festival More than 20 spirits brands, distillers and cocktail producers gather for tasting events spanning established names and indie makers. The lineup includes Angel's Envy, Broker's Gin, Wisconsin's Dancing Goat Distillery and specialty importer Haus Alpen, who portfolio includes liqueurs, amaros and apertifs favored by bartenders. Nov. 14, 6-10 p.m., Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green Brew Lights Henry Vilas Zoo's after-hours tasting event combines regional beverage sampling with access to the grounds
