Madison Beautification Program Making Madison Better For Tomorrow's Generation CHRISTMAS IN MADISON UPCOMING EVENTS Madrigal Dinner A Madrigal Dinner or Madrigal Feast is an American form of dinner theater often held by schools and church groups during the Christmas season. It is set in the Middle Ages and is generally comedic in nature. The meal is divided into courses, each of which is heralded with a traditional song. A play is performed between the courses and a concert of choral music concludes the festivities. The dinner will be November 22, 2008 at 6:30 PM. Cost is $125 per couple or $75 per person. Select your costume, grab your significant other and join us for a night of dinner an entertainment to jump start the Christmas season. Location will be announced later. Santa Claus & Mayor to Deliver Christmas Tree November 29th @ 4:00 PM Tim Armstrong, Mayor of Madison, will be selecting a Christmas tree for the city from a local citizen. If you have a tree that you would like to submit for consideration, please contact Tammy Boldery at 265-8300 to schedule an appointment for the Mayor to visit. Please keep in mind that the tree selected should be at least 20 feet but no more than 30 feet in height. CHRISTMAS PARADE & LIGHTING OF THE CITY December 6th Fun Filled Day of Activities Prior to Lighting of Madison Enjoy a day of shopping, carolers and the ambiance of the Christmas season in downtown Madison. A great day for all, which will conclude with the lighting of the City Christmas Tree Visit "Santa's House" On Broadway Drop off your letter to Santa at the special Mailbox On Broadway Children's Christmas Ornament Class - 11:00 AM & PM & 3:00 PM Let your child create their own ornament as a gift or to keep. There will be three classes for children age 10 and older. Classes will be at "All Ways Pottery". Cost is $10 per person which includes choice of ornament, paint and firing. Reservations must be made. Call 265-8300 to reserve your spot. Parents may join their children or enjoy shopping or a movie while classes are in session. Gingerbread House Class - 11:00 AM and 1:30 PM A keepsake for years to come. Two classes are available for children ages 10 and up to make their own gingerbread house. Classes will be at the "Senior Citizens" building on Main Street. Cost is $15.00 per person. This includes all materials needed to construct the house. Reservations must be made. Call 265-8300 to reserve your spot. Parents may join their children or enjoy shopping or a movie while classes are in session. Christmas at the Ohio Theater 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM Free movie for all to see. Enjoy a great family outing and enhance your Christmas spirit. Christmas Parade - 4:00 PM Santa comes to town!!! Enjoy our Annual Christmas Parade beginning at 4:00 PM on December 6th. Watch the little ones anticipate Santa's arrival! Light Up Madison - 5:30 PM Join Santa and the Mayor on Broadway to watch the City illuminate with lights at 5:30. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas in our wonderful downtown. If you would like to assist with the activities, please call Tammy Boldery at 265-8300.   Past Events August 9th 1 pm to 9 pm Hot August Cruise-In Main Street's Car Show Madison's Main Street will be revved up as hundreds of classic autos and street rods roll into town for the Hot August Cruise-In provided by the Madison AutoCare Group and The Madison Business and Professional Association, From 1pm til 9pm August 9 2008. Classic Cars will be parked from Jefferson Street to Broadway as well as adjacent side streets. Organizers expect nearly 500 or more entries. The event is free and open to the publicand will be held rain or shine. Show car entry fee is $5 plus 4 cans of food to be donated to The Salvation Army of Madison Charities. Mayor Tim Armstrong will present the keys for a 2008 Chevrolet HHR decorated for the Hot August Cruise-In. Cost of the car raffle tickets is $10 each. They are available at Fine Threads, Wanda's Gifts, Madison Auto Service, Madison Mercantile, and many local stores city wide, as well as Madison City Hall. Downtown streets will be blocked off for the giant party - featuring live music, street dancing, family friendly movies and lots of suprises. Eateries will offer specials and discounts. A variety of refreshments will be sold at outdoor booths. Store owners are planning specials and sales. Many Trophies will be awarded and dash plaques are reserved for the first 200 cars to be entered. All proceeds will be donated to The Madison Beautification Program and The Salvation Army of Madison. Mayor Jazzes Up Madison If you would be interested in donating, please contact Debbie Armstrong at 273-5683.