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Make Music Madison is music to our ears
Hundreds of free performances can be found throughout the 608.
June 20, 2024 02:56 PM
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Jonathan Shipley
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Culture
Madison, the circus is in town
You don’t have to go far to participate in the circus arts.
June 14, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Arts
Hunt for mushrooms around Madison during this worldwide art event
Several local artists are participating in the international Game of Shrooms on Saturday, June 8
June 5, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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Arts
Madison’s hometown superhero
The Badger is a superhero created by a former Madisonian.
June 4, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Events
Shake a leg to see some Madison-area Shakespeare performances
Summer Shakespeare season is upon us.
May 24, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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The Midwest’s largest live painting competition returns next month
We’re giving you the scoop on ART 64 and the can’t-miss experiences to help you plan your visit to Wauwatosa.
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Arts
How to see the Madison Arts Commission grants in action
From music and dancing to kids’ crafts and camps, here’s how the Madison Arts Commission grant funds are being spent this year.
May 10, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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Play
Kid-friendly activities in Madison
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Madison, WI has to offer — complete with art classes, public beaches, and outdoor fun.
March 28, 2024
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Staff
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Arts
Forward Theater announces its season 16 lineup
Grab your tickets for the upcoming season which takes place at the Overture Center.
March 25, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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Events
Polka events are coming, Madisonians. Plan accordionly.
Polka is our state dance and there’s plenty of dancing to be had.
March 14, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Events
Spring Green’s American Players Theatre announces season
Summer means Shakespeare, dramas, comedies, and more in Spring Green.
March 12, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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Volunteer with Healthy Food For All at local farmers’ markets.
July 1, 2024
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You can participate in these upcoming City meetings in Madison
If you’re trying to get more involved in the community, here’s where you can start.
July 1, 2024
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Affordable housing coming to the north side
Huxley Yards is set to open in 2026.
June 28, 2024
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Be careful boating on Madison waters this weekend
The Wisconsin DNR is urging boaters to be safe over the holiday.
June 28, 2024
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Jonathan Shipley
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How to vote absentee in Madison
The Partisan Primary is only a month away, so we’re brushing up on the absentee voting process and deadlines.
June 27, 2024
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Ally Geiger
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Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at some malls of Madison’s past — plus hope for the future.
June 27, 2024
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Brianna Williams
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Locally written books in Madison
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling fictional novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Madison.
June 26, 2024
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