Happy birthday, 608today 🎉

Happy Birthday, 608today 🎉

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We’ll just assume your presents are still in the mail. | Graphic by 608today team
Yesterday, Tues., Sept. 27 was 608today’s first birthday. Forgive our tardiness, we were quite busy celebrating the day. Join us for a drive down memory lane (or maybe it’s just East Wash) to reminisce on some of our favorite moments.

Year in review

First, thank you. Some of the best parts of this job are reading your emails, meeting you in public, and hearing how much you’re enjoying 608’s work. Whether you’ve been here since the beginning or just subscribed today (welcome, btw), we love you + appreciate you more than you know.

Not only have we been welcomed into your inboxes this past year, but we like to think we’ve taught you a thing or two along the way. From explaining how to get a library card to offering up our best gas-conscious travel alternatives, we are always looking for hot tips + tricks to share with our fellow Madisonians.

More selfishly, we also have had the pleasure of trying out some of the 608’s hottest spots while on the job. We sat down with the Harvey House, now a New York Times favorite, to talk food + biz. We were first in line for the opening of RED’s sibling restaurant, Jacknife . And most recently, we celebrated the grand opening of Prost!, East Washington’s new German beer hall.

Staff picks

We sent out our first newsletter on Sept. 27, 2021 + have been gracing your inboxes every weekday since. Here are a few of our favorite pieces.

9 unwritten rules of Madison | Some unspoken, but well-understood rules of the 608. Let us know which ones we missed for round two.

21 ways to get hygge | A Danish term for warm coziness, this piece warms our hearts + is a great seasonal read. 🍂

24 hours of eating at Kwik Trip | We’re not sure whether to feel bad for or be jealous of City Editor Ryan. He spent a day only eating Kwik Trip food, how about a whole week next time?

This past year has been a blast + we can’t wait to keep on growing with all of you, 608. Have a favorite story of your own? Share it with us.

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Today
  • Verona Downtown Farmers Market | Wed., Sept. 28 | 3-6:30 p.m. | Hometown Junction, W. Railroad St., Verona | Free | Shop for local goods + produce at the market located right off of Military Ridge Bike Path.
  • Trivia Night | Wed., Sept. 28 | 6-8 p.m. | The Boneyard, 1018 Walsh Rd. | Free | Compete for a Boneyard gift card during the game hosted by Premier Trivia and Entertainment. 📝
Thursday
  • Revolver Open Mic Comedy | Thurs., Sept. 29 | 7:30-10 p.m. | The Rigby, 119 E. Main St. | Free | Hear sets from local performers during the pub’s community comedy night.
  • Two Feet | Thurs., Sept. 29 | 8 p.m. | Majestic Theatre, 115 King St. | $25+ | Jam out with the singer + songwriter during his “Two Feet Fall 2022 North American Tour.” 🎸
Friday
  • Next Steps | Fri., Sept. 30 | 7 p.m. | Overture Center | $18+ | The Madison Ballet is taking the stage in the company’s return to Promenade Hall. 🩰
  • UW Cinematheque | Fri., Sept. 30 | 7-8 p.m. | Vilas Hall, 821 University Ave. | Free | From the director who brought us “The Graduate” — catch this special screening of the 1971 coming-of-age film, “Carnal Knowledge”.
Saturday
Sunday
  • World Dairy Expo | Sun., Oct. 2-Fri., Oct. 7 | Alliant Energy Center | Times vary | $15+ | See cattle and trade shows + attend a series of educational sessions at the world’s largest dairy convention. 🐄


We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Who’s redesigning our waterfront?

Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge timeline

An aerial view of lake monona and John Nolen.
The possibilities for the redesign feel endless from up here. | Photo by @kjwfoto
The City of Madison is inviting locals to learn more about the Lake Monona Waterfront Design Challenge during a series of in-person + virtual meetings from October through January.

The three events include a challenge kick-off, midpoint check-in, and final team presentation. Here’s what to know.

🚧 Design challenge kick-off
Mon., Oct. 3 | 6-8 p.m. | Madison Central Library, 201 W. Mifflin St.
Join this livestream to meet the design teams + learn about their visions for this project’s master plan.

🚧 Design challenge check-in
Mon., Nov. 7 | 6-9 p.m. | Monona Terrace and Convention Center, 1 John Nolen Dr.
Hear from teams about initial thoughts + concepts for executing the lakefront redesign.

🚧 Design challenge master plan presentations
Thurs., Jan. 26 | 6-9 p.m. | Olin Park Center, 330 E. Lakeside St.
Meet and greet with design teams + see their final plans for the project.

What would you like to see in the redesign? Let us know.

Weather
  • 57º | Sunny | 10% chance of rain ☀️
Development
  • Quarra Stone — an international stone cutter and supplier — will break ground on its 25-acre corporate campus in Sun Prairie today, Wed., Sept. 28. The $19 million project will double the company’s workforce capacity in Madison + create 34 new jobs. 🏗️ (NBC 15)
Biz
  • Say hello to three of Hilldale’s newest tenants. Amara, a contemporary “coastal Italian” eatery + Bluemercury, a beauty retailer, both coming to 670 N. Midvale Blvd. Plus, J.McLaughlin, an American sportswear retailer at 704 N. Midvale Blvd. 🛍️ (Channel 3000)
Community
  • Here’s to 50, DCFM. The Dane County Farmers’ Market is celebrating its 50th anniversary this Sat., Oct. 1. Join the celebration kicking off at 1 p.m. with a picnic, live entertainment, plus a short program to recognize key advocates in the market’s success. 🎂 (Madison.com)
Health
Opening
Madisonian
  • Meet Rafeeq Asad — a vice president at the Monona-based JLA Architects + lead designer for The Center for Black Excellence and Culture. Hear from the designer and learn more about the three-story, 60,000-sqft building coming to the 700 block of West Badger Road. 👤 (NBC 15)
Eat
  • This week, Ancora Cafe + Bakery released its new fall menu. Seasonal favorites include a salted maple cream cold brew and a pumpkin chai zombie (note: no zombies are harmed in this making of this seasonal treat.)
  • Heritage Tavern is teaming up with Young Blood Beer Company. From now until Wed., Oct. 26, enjoy a Heritage burger paired with a four-ounce pour of a YB sour + a pint of pilsner for $20.
Number
  • 41,631. That’s how many newsletter subscribers (like you) we reach every day through 608today. Have a local, regional, or national business and want to expand your audience? Learn how to advertise with us.
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The ulti-mutt pet shopping list 🛍️

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  1. A “Meowbucks” apron pet Halloween costume for coffee-loving kitties* | $12.32+
  2. Chef’s whites to whip up the perfect pet Halloween look* | $16.90+
  3. Nourishing bone broth treats from The Honest Kitchen* | $9.99
  4. A dog sling carrier for toting your pup around* | $21.99+
  5. An interactive treats toy to challenge your dog’s mind* | $19.99+
  6. An ultra-quiet cat water fountain with filters* | $34.39+
  7. A cozy crate cover made from tweed + cotton* | $195.18+
  8. Hogwarts-themed toys from BarkBox’s monthly toys + treat box* | $23+
THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Ryan.

Editor’s pick: I often talk about my passion for a good sandwich from Casetta or an interesting bottle of natural wine from Square Wine Co. But what really tickles my fancy most of all? A greasy spoon breakfast (or lunch, or dinner) from somewhere like Willalby’s Cafe. My recommendation: the fair oaks skillet.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We talked about tailgating + how to celebrate your birthday.
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