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Travel and Outdoors
The 2023 celestial calendar for Madison, WI
Don’t miss any of this year’s meteor showers, supermoons, or solar eclipses.
March 24, 2023 10:50 AM
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Emily Shea
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Travel and Outdoors
Celebrate International Dark Sky Week
Protect the night by taking some simple actions between Saturday, April 15-Saturday, April 22
March 22, 2023
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Spring equinox in Madison, WI
Visit a local park, participate in a community event, or clean up your humble abode in honor of the astronomical transition from winter to spring.
March 6, 2023
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Emily Shea
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Will we always change the clock?
Daylight saving time has been around as early as 1918, and many legislators across the country are looking to change that.
March 2, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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25 gift ideas for every budget
Perfect for birthday gifts, thank you gifts, or something just because.
February 24, 2023
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Emily Shea
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Filing your taxes in Madison, WI
Get started on filing your 2023 tax return.
February 20, 2023
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Emily Shea
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Travel and Outdoors
The beginner’s guide to composting in Madison
We’re answering questions like “What is composting?” and “How do I compost in an apartment?”
February 17, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
6 random acts of kindness to brighten up Madison’s community
Put a smile on your neighbor’s face with these random acts of kindness.
February 15, 2023
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Kristen Templeton
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Culture
Solo night in Madison
Ditch the date this Valentine’s Day.
February 10, 2023
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Ally Geiger
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Would You Rather: 608 Edition
Play a 608-centric round of this nostalgic game.
February 7, 2023
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Ally Geiger
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Etiquette Rules in Madison
Check out our 608 take on this viral New York Magazine article.
February 3, 2023
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Ally Geiger
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608 Bingo
February 2, 2023
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Ally Geiger
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Last-minute local ideas for Valentine’s Day
From flowers to happy hours to meteor showers, we’ve got ideas to make your Valentine’s Day special.
January 26, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Work/Life Balance in Madison
Work hard, play hard.
January 20, 2023
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Ally Geiger
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Culture
Happy Lunar New Year, 608
Ring in the Year of the Rabbit with this local organization.
January 19, 2023
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Ally Geiger
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First dates in the 608
Stressing over date night? We got you covered.
January 6, 2023
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Ally Geiger
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Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Madison
Start fresh in 2023
January 3, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A paper calendar for December
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Upcoming winter holidays
Have a joyous, merry, happy holiday
December 16, 2022
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Four presents outside a front door.
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Shipping deadlines for Christmas
Here’s how to ensure your presents will make it on time... without Santa’s help.
December 12, 2022
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Stocking up on 608 goods 🛒
Check out Six & Main’s Madison collection.
December 9, 2022
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Ally Geiger
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Win the holidays with gifts from these 608 Etsy sellers
Whether your budget is $10, $20, or $200, find a completely unique gift for everyone on your list. 🎁
December 1, 2022
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Emily Shea
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Culture
Night Out on a Budget in Madison
Get out of the house without breaking the bank.
November 18, 2022
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Ally Geiger
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Thanksgiving with Goodman Community Center
A great way to give back this season.
November 15, 2022
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Ally Geiger
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Who to Follow in Madison
Who do you like (follow, and subscribe)?
November 11, 2022
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Ally Geiger
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The ultimate gift guide for the holidays
We’ve got you covered with our holiday gift guide featuring clothing and accessories for every personality from our online shop, Six & Main.
November 10, 2022
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Staff
Holiday decorations
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The ultimate gift guide for the holidays
We’ve got you covered with our holiday gift guide featuring clothing and accessories for every personality from our online shop, Six & Main.
November 10, 2022
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Staff
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Places Madisonians can’t get enough of
November 4, 2022
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Ryan Waldman
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How to spend your Powerball winnings in Madison
What would you buy if you win the lottery?
November 3, 2022
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Ally Geiger
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Friends of the State Street Family
November 3, 2022
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Ally Geiger
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