MESBA
Member News + Events
Monona Community Festival – July 2, 3, 4
So much more than just fireworks and a parade! Head to Winnequah park July 2nd, 3rd, and 4th for a full line up of competitions, games, activities...
Back Porch Concert at the Dean House – Thursday, June 29th, 7p
Nathaniel Dean House - 4718 Monona Drive Thursday, June 29th, 7p Join the Monona Historical Society and the Friends of the Dean House for another...
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accesibility and Belonging – June 13th 9-10:30a
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accesibility and Belonging Tuesday, June 13th 9-10:30a DeVon Wilson, Goodman Center board member and Assistant Dean...
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The Monona East Side Business Alliance, MESBA, is a community-focused source for Monona business news, networking events, economic development resources, job creation, and getting connected in the Monona East Side business community. We’re here to maintain strong business networks for long-term economic growth and community engagement. Interested in joining the alliance? We’d love to have you! Learn more about some of the top reasons to join, or click below to start your application.
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MESBA News + Events
Business After 4 with Uplevel Coworking – July 6th 4-6
Uplevel Coworking - 1574 W Broadway Street, Suite 200 Come join fellow MESBA members for an evening of networking, mingling, and refreshments. Tour...
Lunch & Learn with Sustain Dane – Thursday, June 29th 12-1
Lorenza Zebell, Program Manager at local nonprofit Sustain Dane, joins us to talk through tried and true change-making and sustainability leadership...
Bike the Loop – July 15th 10-1p
Come join us for a fun filled afternoon exploring the beautiful Lake Loop bike path around Lake Monona. We'll start and end the loop at Grand...
City of Monona News + Events
Monona Parks & Rec Trivia Night – May 26th 6-8p
It is time!! Below Deck Concession Stand Opens this Friday, May 26th at 4:00 pm! Come enjoy an ice cream, with our NEW TOPPINGS and then stay for...
Ribbon Cutting for Modern Woodmen – June 2nd
The event will take place from 12-1pm on Friday, June 2nd, at the one of the most architecturally unique buildings in Monona , Water Tower Place,...
Dane Buy Local Lunch and Learn – June 6th
Join us for breakfast this Tuesday, and pick up some great tips for your business (free for MESBA members). How Wisconsin Businesses and...
Check out our Events Calendar
MESBA is known for offering fun events and informative programs throughout the year, allowing members to extend their networks and stimulate their businesses. Some of the events you may see listed on our calendar include ribbon cuttings, grand openings, networking events, committee meetings, and pop-up events.
At this time, all events and programs will be held virtually or outside (following best practices due to the Dane County ordinance re: COVID-19). We anticipate adding more events soon – we are just waiting to hear back on a few more details.
Whether you’re looking to network to meet someone new, reconnect with a familiar face, gain more knowledge, or get involved with the community, we’ve got something for everyone!