5 things to do in Madison, WI — Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Picked each day from verified Madison-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.

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  1. Great Lakes Small Streams

    At the library at Central Library, starting 1 p.m.

    Wisconsin Historical Society's traveling display "Great Lakes Small Streams: How Water Shapes Wisconsin" explores our state's long relationship with water & the impact we've had on our vast waterways.

    Details from the organizer
  2. 2026 Summer Trivia Tuesdays: The Deliciouser

    Community at The Deliciouser, starting 6 p.m.

    2026 Summer Trivia Tuesdays: The Deliciouser Local Trivia & Tastings with BJ the Spice DJ and Alex Riley of Yakuza Jacuzzi Tuesdays twice a month this summer at The Deliciouser . Free admission, no reservations, just wa…

    Details from the organizer
  3. Scales Neighborhood Nursing

    At the library at Mitchell Street Branch, starting 11 a.m.

    The City of Milwaukee Health Department's Scales Neighborhood Nursing program will be onsite for a nursing team to provide the community with harm reduction, resources, and connection to care.

    Details from the organizer
  4. Getting Started with Computers

    At the library at Zablocki Branch, starting 11:30 a.m.

    This series of absolute basics is intended for newcomers to technology. No prior experience is needed, just an eagerness to learn.

    Details from the organizer
  5. Garden Homes Chess Club

    At the library at Atkinson Branch, starting 3 p.m.

    Meet other chess players and improve your skills at our community run chess club.

    Details from the organizer