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2018 Music, Events & Activities
Throughout the weekend, enjoy activities from music at the Main and Forest Stages to kids’ activities at Rainbow’s end. Take a break in the Wellness and Relaxation area with a message or yoga. And you won’t want to miss the solar-powered Green Mini Demo Derby and the solar home tour!
Check out our 2018 educational workshops and exhibitors to take your next step on your sustainability journey.
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People Brothers BandFriday, June 15 - 9:00 pm The People Brothers Band has been spreading their brand of Rhythm and Soul around the Upper Midwest for nine years. Currently working on their second studio album, the band is … |
GGOOLLDDSaturday, June 16 - 9:00 pm The day after GGOOLLDD front woman, Margaret Butler, graduated from art school in Baton Rouge she packed a U-haul and headed west. “I was like, yeah, I’m not going to … |
Patchouli & Terra GuitarraFriday, June 15 - 2:00 pm Patchouli & Terra Guitarra is the duo of master guitarist Bruce Hecksel and singer-songwriter, guitarist Julie Patchouli. Zone Music Reporter calls Terra Guitarra “one of the top nuevo-flamenco groups in the world”, … |
Stanton WestSaturday, June 16 - 2:00 pm Stanton West songs are rootsy, feel-good, and groove driven. His songs are about hope, having fun, being who you are, and relishing the moment. He is an award-winning songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and world-traveling … |
Galynne & MarkondrumsSunday, June 17 - 3:00 pm Galynne and Markondrums bring you soulful, conscious, acoustic groove. “Inherent positivity paired with beautiful melodies, insightful songwriting and playful lyrics turn every Galynne gig into a feel-good-fest. Her vocal skills … |
People Brothers Band
Friday, June 15 - 9:00 pm
Main Stage
The People Brothers Band has been spreading their brand of Rhythm and Soul around the Upper Midwest for nine years. Currently working on their second studio album, the band is …
GGOOLLDD
Saturday, June 16 - 9:00 pm
Main Stage
The day after GGOOLLDD front woman, Margaret Butler, graduated from art school in Baton Rouge she packed a U-haul and headed west. “I was like, yeah, I’m not going to …
Patchouli & Terra Guitarra
Friday, June 15 - 2:00 pm
Forest Stage
Patchouli & Terra Guitarra is the duo of master guitarist Bruce Hecksel and singer-songwriter, guitarist Julie Patchouli. Zone Music Reporter calls Terra Guitarra “one of the top nuevo-flamenco groups in the world”, …
Stanton West
Saturday, June 16 - 2:00 pm
Forest Stage
Stanton West songs are rootsy, feel-good, and groove driven. His songs are about hope, having fun, being who you are, and relishing the moment. He is an award-winning songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and world-traveling …
Galynne & Markondrums
Sunday, June 17 - 3:00 pm
Main Stage
Galynne and Markondrums bring you soulful, conscious, acoustic groove. “Inherent positivity paired with beautiful melodies, insightful songwriting and playful lyrics turn every Galynne gig into a feel-good-fest. Her vocal skills …
Tiny Home AlleyLocation - West of the MREA Marketplace Tour a variety of Tiny Homes throughout the weekend and meet the owners/builders. Ask questions and learn how people have … |
MREA General Membership Meeting and Pizza DinnerFriday, June 15 - 6:00 pm It’s the event we look forward to all year: MREA’s General Membership Meeting and Pizza Dinner. Join us Friday, June … |
Exhibit Hall Happy Hour – Sponsored by PanasonicFriday, June 15 - 5:00 pm Central Waters pints for $2.00!? Thanks to a sponsorship from Panasonic, there will be a Happy Hour from 5:00-5:50 p.m. … |
MREA Benefit DinnerSaturday, June 16 - 6:00 pm 6:00 p.m. Cocktail Hour/6:45 p.m. Dinner Come celebrate the installation of our new Solar Carport and PV+EV Demonstration at the … |
Driving on Sunshine Array Ribbon Cutting CeremonyFriday, June 15 - 11:30 am Last year, at The 28th Annual Energy Fair, we launched our Driving on Sunshine Campaign, and our members, donors, and partners, generously came forth to … |
Going Nowhere Fast (10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)Saturday, June 16 - 10:00 am Hop on our stationary bicycles and challenge your friends to 20 seconds of one-on-one, leg-grinding madness on Saturday between 10 … |
Solar Home TourSaturday, June 16 - 10:00 am Learn from the experts about how solar technology is a great investment! We’re teaming up with North Wind Renewable Energy … |
Green Mini Demo DerbyFriday, June 15 - 8:00 pm The Green Mini Demo Derby in Custer, WI brings the worlds of county fairs and alternative energy into collision. Solar-powered … |
Networking DinnerThursday, June 14 - 6:30 pm The Networking Dinner is free for Exhibitors, Presenters, Sponsors, MREA Lifetime Members, and Hardcore Volunteers. Stick around for the Solar Roots … |
Silent AuctionSilent Auction & Information Tent Check out the Silent Auction to bid on a variety of goods! The Silent Auction includes locally-produced goods, solar modules, … |
Free Water TestingLocation - UW-Stevens Point's booth x67 Is your water safe to drink? Bring a sample of your well-water and have it tested for nitrate, the most … |
Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV Documentary ScreeningFriday, June 15 - 9:30 am “Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV” is the true story of how a small group of backwoods engineers and business hippies brought solar … |
Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV Documentary ScreeningThursday, June 14 - 8:00 pm “Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV” is the true story of how a small group of backwoods engineers and business hippies brought solar … |
Tiny Home Alley
Location - West of the MREA Marketplace
Tour a variety of Tiny Homes throughout the weekend and meet the owners/builders. Ask questions and learn how people have …
MREA General Membership Meeting and Pizza Dinner
Friday, June 15 - 6:00 pm
Main Stage
It’s the event we look forward to all year: MREA’s General Membership Meeting and Pizza Dinner. Join us Friday, June …
Exhibit Hall Happy Hour – Sponsored by Panasonic
Friday, June 15 - 5:00 pm
Saturday, June 16 - 5:00 pm
Next to Panasonic Exhibit Booth X29-30 (Rain location in the middle of exhibit tents A and B)
Central Waters pints for $2.00!? Thanks to a sponsorship from Panasonic, there will be a Happy Hour from 5:00-5:50 p.m. …
MREA Benefit Dinner
Saturday, June 16 - 6:00 pm
Main Stage
6:00 p.m. Cocktail Hour/6:45 p.m. Dinner Come celebrate the installation of our new Solar Carport and PV+EV Demonstration at the …
Driving on Sunshine Array Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Friday, June 15 - 11:30 am
Clean Transportation Show
Last year, at The 28th Annual Energy Fair, we launched our Driving on Sunshine Campaign, and our members, donors, and partners, generously came forth to …
Going Nowhere Fast (10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
Saturday, June 16 - 10:00 am
Educator Tent
Hop on our stationary bicycles and challenge your friends to 20 seconds of one-on-one, leg-grinding madness on Saturday between 10 …
Solar Home Tour
Saturday, June 16 - 10:00 am
Amherst/Waupaca Area
Learn from the experts about how solar technology is a great investment! We’re teaming up with North Wind Renewable Energy …
Green Mini Demo Derby
Friday, June 15 - 8:00 pm
Saturday, June 16 - 8:00 pm
Forest Stage
The Green Mini Demo Derby in Custer, WI brings the worlds of county fairs and alternative energy into collision. Solar-powered …
Networking Dinner
Thursday, June 14 - 6:30 pm
Main Stage
The Networking Dinner is free for Exhibitors, Presenters, Sponsors, MREA Lifetime Members, and Hardcore Volunteers. Stick around for the Solar Roots …
Silent Auction
Silent Auction & Information Tent
Check out the Silent Auction to bid on a variety of goods! The Silent Auction includes locally-produced goods, solar modules, …
Free Water Testing
Location - UW-Stevens Point's booth x67
Is your water safe to drink? Bring a sample of your well-water and have it tested for nitrate, the most …
Fabulous Frogs
Saturday, June 16 - 2:30 pm
Rainbow's End
They’re the amphibians that make noise – see and touch live frogs! Sing songs, see puppets, and learn all about …
Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV Documentary Screening
Friday, June 15 - 9:30 am
“Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV” is the true story of how a small group of backwoods engineers and business hippies brought solar …
Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV Documentary Screening
Thursday, June 14 - 8:00 pm
“Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV” is the true story of how a small group of backwoods engineers and business hippies brought solar …
Nursing Tent
Co-sponsored by Central Wisconsin Holistic Families and the Portage County Breast Feeding Coalition, the nursing tent provides a quiet and … |
Fabulous FrogsSaturday, June 16 - 2:30 pm They’re the amphibians that make noise – see and touch live frogs! Sing songs, see puppets, and learn all about … |
Window into a Waldorf KindergartenSaturday, June 16 - 12:00 pm Find your way back to Kindergarten no matter your age. Join us for seasonal song and verse, a traditional puppet … |
Make Your Own Non-Toxic PaintFriday, June 15 - 9:30 am Kids of all ages can learn how to make their own paint using everyday items found in most kitchens. These … |
River Valley MarionettesFriday, June 15 - 2:30 pm Be taken away to a magical land in the story told by marionettes who depict the story along with musical … |
Community Style Drum CircleSunday, June 17 - 9:30 am Come join us while we make FUN beautiful music, “in the moment”. Robin will bring 25 years of facilitation experience … |
Make Your Own Journals from Ellie PoohSaturday, June 16 - 11:00 am Join Cynthia, Hannah, and Lila in making your own journals out of Elephant Manure paper (Ellie Pooh) and recycled items. … |
Catching the SunSunday, June 17 - 1:00 pm We love the sun! Join us for a fun way to catch the light and wonder of our favorite energy … |
Yoga for Kids and FamilyRainbow's End (Kids Tent) Have fun learning to cultivate balance and harmony with the whole family. Enjoy yoga poses that almost anyone can do … |
Kids’ Performer Tom PeaseSunday, June 17 - 2:00 pm Prepare the whole family to laugh, sing, and dance along with Tom Pease. With movement, sign language, humor, and joy, … |
David Stokes & the Frog ChorusRainbow's End (Kids Tent) Sing songs, see puppets, and learn all about the frogs that live in WI with award-winning educator David Stokes. Using … |
Community-Style Drum Circle
Come join us while we make FUN, beautiful music, “in the moment.” All ages and skill levels are welcome. Robin … |
Yoga for Kids and Family
Rainbow's End (Kids Tent)
Have fun learning to cultivate balance and harmony with the whole family. Enjoy yoga poses that almost anyone can do …
Kids’ Performer Tom Pease
Sunday, June 17 - 2:00 pm
Rainbow's End (Kids Tent)
Prepare the whole family to laugh, sing, and dance along with Tom Pease. With movement, sign language, humor, and joy, …
David Stokes & the Frog Chorus
Rainbow's End (Kids Tent)
Sing songs, see puppets, and learn all about the frogs that live in WI with award-winning educator David Stokes. Using …
Community-Style Drum Circle
Come join us while we make FUN, beautiful music, “in the moment.” All ages and skill levels are welcome. Robin …
Nursing Tent
Co-sponsored by Central Wisconsin Holistic Families and the Portage County Breast Feeding Coalition, the nursing tent provides a quiet and …
