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WVMO-FM 10th Anniversary Party, Thursday, Aug. 14, San Damiano Park, 5-8 p.m.: For the third straight year (and the fifth time in a decade) Monona’s low-power, community-focused WVMO-FM (98.7) was named “Station of the Year” by the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association. The latest honor coincides with WMVO’s 10th anniversary, a milestone marked by a celebration at one of Monona’s landmark locations. Madison’s WheelHouse, a premier Americana/bluegrass band with three- and four-part harmonies made by some of the friendliest musicians around, will highlight the festivities, starting at 6 p.m. True to its local roots, WVMO also will host several area vendors at the park in conjunction with San Damiano’s Summer Biergarten series.
Madison Black Restaurant Week, through Aug. 17, various locations: This is the tenth anniversary of Madison Black Restaurant Week, a period of promotions and special events to draw attention to these important area businesses and to allow the public to access foods from Black-owned caterers and other mobile vendors. Participating restaurants have special deals and dishes throughout the week. A heirloom collard greens tasting event in conjunction with REAP Food Group takes place at 5-7 p.m. on Aug 14, and closing out the week is the Farm‑to‑Table Soul Food Brunch Fundraiser at the Madison Labor Temple from 1–3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 17. Also just announced: The $5 Food Taste Jamboree has been rescheduled for Aug. 17, from 2-6 p.m. at the Labor Temple, with small plates from caterers, carts and restaurants featuring everything from African stews to American soul food, plus other vendors and kids’ activities. For ticket info and list of participating restaurants, see mbrw.madisonblackchamber.com…