2019 Music, Events, & Activities

Enjoy a variety of entertainment throughout the weekend. Listen to live music at the Human-Powered Main Stage and Forest Stage, explore family fun and kids’ activities at Rainbow’s End, cheer for your favorite car during our action-packed Green Mini Demo Derby, or just take a break in the Wellness and Relaxation area with a yoga session or massage. Be sure to check out our four keynote speakers, over 200 workshops, and 200 exhibits, all there to help you on your sustainability journey.

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Musical Guests

The Chord Trackers Friday, June 21 - 2:30 pm Forest Stage The Chord Trackers are the ever evolving Wisconsin musicians Jeff Sachs and Maria Rose. This husband and wife duet, are a rare treat for music lovers as they put a … Learn more	People Brothers Band Friday, June 21 - 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 … Learn more
Salsa Lessons + Live Music from Cache MKE Saturday, June 22 - 7:00 pm Main Stage To commemorate MREA’s recent solar training work in Puerto Rico, we’re celebrating with some Salsa lessons and Latin American music on Saturday night! Learn how to Salsa from 7 – … Learn more	Art Stevenson & High Water Friday, June 21 - 4:30 pm Forest Stage Art Stevenson has been playing bluegrass in the Midwest for 25 years and for most fans, Stevenson is bluegrass in Wisconsin. Stevenson has played guitar, harmonica, and sung regularly throughout … Learn more
Dead Horses Sunday, June 23 - 2:30 pm Main Stage Dead Horses writes music that is both familiar and unexpected, unflinchingly honest in its portrayal of modern American life, yet optimistic in its unshakable faith in brighter days to come. Blending traditional … Learn more	Genevieve Heyward Saturday, June 22 - 5:30 pm Forest Stage Genevieve Heyward is an indie-pop & folk artist from Wisconsin with a vocal range as dynamic as her personality. She released her debut album, “It’s Not Like Anyone’s Listening”, in … Learn more
The Outskirts Sunday, June 23 - 1:30 pm Forest Stage The Outskirts are an all female ensemble, formed to showcase women in the great state of Wisconsin. Playing bluegrass, folk and country music as well as original songs, this ensemble brings … Learn more	Anna Jo Banjo Saturday, June 22 - 9:30 pm Forest Stage Anna Jo Banjo is a colorful character pickin’ and grinnin’ her way into hearts across the country with her lively and witty banjo tunes. Originally from Kansas City, she moved … Learn more
Stanton West Saturday, June 22 - 3:00 pm Forest Stage Stanton West started his musical career in the 6th grade when he learned alto saxophone for the school band. Life’s adventures found him living in a tree house in Alaska, … Learn more	Baba Ghanooj Friday, June 21 - 6:30 pm Main Stage Baba Ghanooj has been playing together for over 25 years. With a core of close knit family members known as musical savants, they have the uncanny ability to play most … Learn more
Energy Fair Open Mic We’re hosting two open mic nights at The 30th Anniversary this year! It’s your opportunity to share your talents with your friends at the Fair. Friday, June 21, 6:30 – … Learn more

Musical Guests

The Chord Trackers

Friday, June 21 - 2:30 pm
Forest Stage

The Chord Trackers are the ever evolving Wisconsin musicians Jeff Sachs and Maria Rose. This husband and wife duet, are a rare treat for music lovers as they put a …

SolarWakeup Live! Friday, June 21 - 2:30 pm Main Stage Join Yann Brandt, Managing Editor of SolarWakeup Live!, as he discusses pressing issues regarding the current position of solar energy … Learn more	MREA Member Social Friday, June 21 - 6:00 pm Maroon Tent Come celebrate MREA reaching the 30 year mark and all of our wonderful Members who made it possible. Enjoy artisanal … Learn more	Salsa Lessons + Live Music from Cache MKE Saturday, June 22 - 7:00 pm Main Stage To commemorate MREA’s recent solar training work in Puerto Rico, we’re celebrating with some Salsa lessons and Latin American music … Learn more
Human-Powered Main Stage ALL WEEKEND - Main Stage HUMAN-POWERED MAIN STAGE by Power By the People. Join us this year at the Main Stage for human-powered keynote speakers … Learn more	MREA Benefit Dinner Saturday, June 22 - 6:00 pm Maroon Tent 6:00 p.m. Cocktail & Social Hour / 6:30 p.m. Dinner Join us for a fun evening filled with refreshing cocktails, … Learn more	Exhibit Hall Happy Hour – Sponsored by Panasonic & NABCEP Friday, June 21 - 4:00 pm Saturday, June 22 - 4:00 pm Next to Panasonic (X32-33) and NABCEP’s (X27) Exhibit Booths (Rain location at MREA booth inside Exhibitor Tent B) Central Waters pints for $3.00!? Thanks to sponsorships from Panasonic and NABCEP there will be an Exhibit Hall Happy Hour from … Learn more
Experiences from the Toa Baja Training & Install Saturday, June 22 - 4:30 pm Main Stage Listen to members and representatives of the Toa Baja training team as they talk about their experiences aiding Puerto Rico … Learn more	Sustainable Farm & Garden Tours Saturday, June 22 - 8:45 am Sunday, June 23 - 8:45 am Custer & Stevens Point Areas Learn from the experts about growing and purchasing sustainable, organic food and the positive impact it can have on your … Learn more	MREA General Member Meeting Friday, June 21 - 5:00 pm Main Stage You’re invited to our annual General Membership Meeting at The 30th Anniversary Energy Fair. Come celebrate 30 years of clean energy … Learn more
Networking Dinner Thursday, June 20 - 6:30 pm Main Stage The Networking Dinner is free for Exhibitors, Presenters, Sponsors, MREA Lifetime Members, and Hardcore Volunteers. Tickets can also be purchased on … Learn more	Green Mini Demo Derby Friday, June 21 - 8:00 pm at the Forest Stage Saturday, June 22 - 8:00 pm at the Forest Stage The Green Mini Demo Derby in Custer, WI brings the worlds of county fairs and alternative energy into collision. Solar-powered … Learn more	Massage & Wellness Supported by Delta Dental of Wisconsin. Massage Tent Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. & Sunday from … Learn more
Chef Demonstration Saturday, June 22 - 10:00 am Forest Stage Featuring: Chef Justin Johnson, CEO and founder of Sustainable Kitchens, a scratch food consulting company headquartered in Milwaukee. Justin is … Learn more	Daily Yoga Sessions Friday, June 21 - 9:00 am Saturday, June 22 - 9:00 am Sunday, June 23 - 9:00 am Maroon Flag Tent Get your flow on with Marguerite of Artha Yoga Studios! Work on overall stamina, strength, and flexibility while gaining focus … Learn more	Artisan Market Artisan Market Make sure to bring a bag for sustainably crafted and locally-sourced goodies available for purchase in the Artisan Market during … Learn more
Clean Transportation Show Clean Transportation Show Explore the emerging clean transportation options, and learn all about energy-efficient travel at The Clean Transportation Show during The Energy … Learn more	Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV Documentary Friday, June 21 - 9:15 am in the Main Stage Tent Friday, June 21 - 5:30 pm in the Orange Flag Tent “Solar Roots – The Pioneers of PV” is the true story of how a small group of backwoods engineers and business hippies brought solar … Learn more	DNR Cooking Demonstration Friday, June 21 - 9:00 am Forest Stage Featuring: Theresa Stabo, Angler R3 Coordinator, Ashley Van Egtern, DNR R3 Program Specialist, Marty Moses, State Coordinator, Pheasants Forever, and Andrew Krismer, WI DNR. The … Learn more
Kickapoo Coffee’s Iced Maple Latte Pop-up Saturday, June 22 - 2:00 pm Main Stage Join Kickapoo Coffee at their Iced Maple Latte Pop-Up Tent on Saturday, June 22 from 2 – 3 p.m. near … Learn more	Around the Farm Table’s “A Visit From Inga!” Sunday, June 23 - 11:00 am Forest Stage Join Inga Witscher, host of the PBS series Around the Farm Table for an entertaining and educational cooking demonstration. Inga … Learn more	Energy Fair Game Thirty! What time is it? GAME THIRTY! To honor our 30 year history, and the Fair’s founders we’ve put together a series … Learn more
Building a Straw Bale Home: A Practical and Spiritual Guide Documentary Friday, June 21 - 7:00 pm Solar Professional Building A documentary following “green” building “guru” Mark Morgan of Bear Paw Design And Construction. Witness Mark’s engaging teaching style and … Learn more	How to Design and Build a Masonry Heater Documentary Saturday, June 22 - 7:00 pm Solar Professional Building Eric Moshier will guide you through the steps of builder a masonry heater from scratch. Come see why these wonderful … Learn more	MREA Campus Tour Friday, June 21 - 9:30 am Saturday, June 22 - 9:30 am Sunday, June 23 - 9:30 am Leave from Silent Auction & Information Tent Take a tour of the MREA grounds with long-time former MREA staffer, Clay Sterling and the see the clean energy … Learn more
Free Lighting Starter Kits for Turning in Old, Incandescent bulbs! Exhibit Tent B, Booth B39 Get rewarded for recycling this year at the fair. Be sure to bring your old, incandescent bulbs and stop by … Learn more	Free Water Testing ALL WEEKEND at Exhibitor Booth X18 Is your water safe to drink? Bring a sample of your well-water and have it screened for nitrate. Water specialists will … Learn more	Energy Fair Open Mic We’re hosting two open mic nights at The 30th Anniversary this year! It’s your opportunity to share your talents with … Learn more

Sustainable Singing with Tom Pease Sunday, June 23 - 1:00 pm Rainbow's End (Kids Tent) Kids of all ages, be prepared to laugh, sing, and dance along with Tom Pease. Bring the whole family! With … Learn more	Yoga for Kids & Family Friday, June 21 - 11:00 am Rainbow's End (Kids Tent) Have fun cultivating balance and harmony with the whole family by enjoying yoga poses that almost anyone can do. Yoga … Learn more	Raptor Show Friday, June 21 - 2:00 pm Rainbow's End Have you ever met an owl up close? How about a hawk or a falcon? Meet some of Wisconsin’s common, … Learn more
Aerialists Fly High at MREA Saturday, June 22 - 12:00 pm Rainbow's End Come see the courageous students of Croi Croga Yoga & Aerial Arts as they dance in the air on silks … Learn more	The Sultan, the Secret, and the Witch Saturday, June 22 - 11:00 am Main Stage Pirates, Perils, and a Promise to keep. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind performance play by Inspirations Theater’s Youth Theater. Learn more	Fabulous Frogs & Sensational Snakes Saturday, June 22 - 2:00 pm Rainbow's End Sing songs, see puppets, and learn all about the frogs and snakes that live in Wisconsin! Presented by David Stokes, … Learn more
Terrific Turtles Sunday, June 23 - 11:00 am Rainbow's End (Kids' Tent) High and low energy live turtles! Come see, touch (some, not all), and sing all about live turtles at this … Learn more	Energy Fair Game Thirty! What time is it? GAME THIRTY! To honor our 30 year history, and the Fair’s founders we’ve put together a series … Learn more	Green Mini Demo Derby The Green Mini Demo Derby in Custer, WI brings the worlds of county fairs and alternative energy into collision. Solar-powered … Learn more

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