Get ready to Rock, Madison!  The Madison Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is preparing for the third annual "Women Rock for the Cure" event on Oct. 15 at restaurants and music venues around Madison.

"We are thrilled to bring this celebration to Madison for another year," said Michelle Heitzinger, executive director of the Madison Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. "The people of Madison have really embraced this event, which is a great testament to the importance of breast cancer awareness."

Several area venues will have various music groups or food and beverage specials and will donate a portion of the proceeds from the evening to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

The venues participating in Women Rock for the Cure include; Bach’s, Brink Lounge, Brocach Irish Pub, Club Tavern, Eno Vino Wine Bar & Bistro, Hemingway Lounge, Inferno, Inn on the Park, The Cardinal’s Nest in Sun Prairie, The Claddagh Irish Pub and Wando’s Bar and Grill.

Sun Prairie's Family Aquatic Center is ready to help folks stay cool despite the recent heat advisories. Click here, for hours and fee information.

On Sunday, Aug. 15 there will be a Luau at the FAC from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Families are invited to have a blast with a DJ, luau crafts, a tropical relay race, LIMBO, hawaiin shirt contest and more!

If you know of other outdoor options to stay cool in your community, please tell us about them in our comment section!