Are you a photography buff? Have some shots you'd like to share of Wisconsin's landscapes, both urban and rural, and its cultural offerings? If so, we invite you to share your photos by joining the Portalwisconsin.org pool on Flickr, the photo-sharing Web site. Just go to the site, search Groups for Portalwisconsin.org and upload your photos.
We're featuring these photos submitted by Portalwisconsin.org friends in the space on our homepage. We're planning to spotlight a new one almost every weekday. Please note that photos must fit certain size guidelines; you'll find all the details on Flickr. And many thanks to our Flickr pool members who have generously shared their photos so far! Keep 'em coming!
WISCONSIN HISTORICAL MUSEUM SURVEY
Our colleagues at the Wisconsin Historical Museum in Madison have asked for your help. They'd like your input on some possible exhibition themes. The WHS survey doesn't take long and your opinions would be greatly valued.
If you visit cultural places like museums, please follow this link:
http://www.srvy.net/x/1.p?1454 4571375518352459
And if you DON'T visit cultural places like museums, please take this version of the survey:
http://www.srvy.net/x/1.p?1055 4225370308975721
The Wisconsin Historical Foundation thanks you for your help!
JANE AUSTEN ON WISCONSIN PUBLIC TELEVISION
Austenites, rejoice! Wisconsin Public Television (WPT) is airing adapations of all of Jane Austen's novels and a new biopic about her life starring Olivia Williams (The Sixth Sense, Emma, Rushmore). The series began last weekend and continues this Sunday, Jan. 20, with 'Northanger Abbey.' Get all the details and watch clips of the programs at PBS' special Jane Austen site.
For Wisconsin Public Television schedule information and much more, visit wpt.org.
WEEKEND PICKS
Find complete details about the events below and many more at http://www.portalwisconsin.org/
Charles Munch art exhibition
Opens Jan. 19
General admission: $7 (discounts for seniors and students)
Paine Art Center and Gardens, Oshkosh
Wisconsin painter Charles Munch uses deceptively simple forms and large areas of bold color to convey the mysteries of the natural world. Munch's work sets figures within evocative, imaginary landscapes to explore the complex relationships between humans and nature.
Beloit International Film Festival
Through Jan. 20
Tickets: Available at Turtle Creek Bookstore, Beloit
Films screened at eight Beloit venues
More than 100 films—shorts, documentaries and feature films—will be presented. Find detailed information on the Festival Web site.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater: The Norman Conquests
Through Jan. 20
Tickets: Call 414-224-9490
Milwaukee Repertory Theater
Alan Ayckbourn's hilarious romp makes its highly anticipated return to The Rep in an all-new production. A quiet weekend in the country turns to havoc when Norman, a charming assistant librarian, schemes to take a holiday with his wife's sister. The wild antics of Norman and his oddball in-laws will have you in hysterics!
