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That’s one year in the books 📚

One year of newsletters for City Editor Ryan
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Watching the sun set on a year’s worth of newsletters. | Photo by @honeyoliveblaire
Hi, 608 👋 City Editor, Ryan here. Popping in to share that, this week, I’m celebrating my one-year anniversary with 608today. 365 days, 100+ newsletter sends, and so many stories shared — time flies when you’re having fun.

Indulge me as I get a bit sappy reminiscing on all the things we got to talk about this year. Hey, remember that time when:

🍽️ We ate a lot

Naturally, we started with the first meal of the day and mapped out a breakfast timeline for Madison. There was also some talk of what makes a decent bagel + where to get one around the 608, and of course, we had to cover some basics like what makes a Friday night fish fry. Most recently, we got to check out opening night at Amara, and next on the docket is what’s brewing over at Northstreet.

🎤 I asked quite a few questions

Some questions were big, like where does the city need more pedestrian-friendly areas? Whereas others were really big, like our discussion about what Madison is missing. Plus, some little ones too, like where to get cold treats in the 608. Hundreds of reader replies later, I’m unquestionably more informed and still equally curious to learn more about this city.

🚧 There was plenty of shop talk

First, we laid the foundation for how to stay informed in Madison. After getting plugged in, we explored all sorts of civic and development stories like the Metro Transit network update and Lake Monona’s waterfront redesign. Don’t forget about all of our economic banter about the area’s largest industries and employers + what Madison’s cost of living is.

Sorry, that was kind of a lot. It’s been a whirlwind of a year + we can’t wait to see what comes next.

One last question for you: what should we write about next?
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Today, Nov. 7
  • Waterfront Design Challenge: Public Event Series | Monday, Nov. 7 | 6-9 p.m. | Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, 1 John Nolen Dr., Madison | Free | Hear from teams about initial thoughts + concepts for executing the lakefront redesign. 🏖️
  • Sunshine Supper | Mon., Nov. 7 | 5 p.m. | 1632 W. Main St., Sun Prairie | Free | Help dish up hot + nutritious meals for neighbors who might otherwise go without.
Tuesday, Nov. 8
  • An Evening with Fran Lebowitz | Tuesday, Nov. 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Overture Center, 201 State St., Madison | $25-$95 | Hear from one of the world’s most insightful social commentators about her acerbic view on things. 👤
  • FKJ | Tuesday, Nov. 8 | 7 p.m. | The Sylvee, 25 S. Livingston St., Madison | $32.50 | Jam out during a set from this French multi-instrumentalist, singer, and musician from the city of Tours.
Wednesday, Nov. 9
  • Jumptown Swing Dance | Wednesday, Nov. 9 | 8-10:30 p.m. | The Brink Lounge, 701 E. Washington Ave., Madison | $5 | Hop to it and grab a partner for some mid-week dancing. 🎶
Thursday, Nov. 10
  • Revolver Open Mic Comedy | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 7:30-10 p.m. | The Rigby, 119 E. Main St., Madison | Free | Discover Madison’s next big comedy act + laugh through sets by local performers.
Friday, Nov. 11

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.
100+ MORE EVENTS

Weather
  • 51º | Sunny | 10% chance of rain
Development
  • Centro Hispano was approved to break ground on its new community center at Hughes Place and Cypress Way. The site will be able to host 1,000 more community members per year + double the youth programming enrollment. 🏗️ (Cap Times)
Seasonal
  • Don’t forget to wind your clocks back, 608. Enjoy your extra hour of sleep as daylight savings time ended this weekend. Our recommendation for how to use the time? Make some plans via our events page. ⏰
State
  • The Department of Health Services announced $12 million in grant funding for organizations focused on improving home and care services for the elderly + disabled. More than 40 organizations across the state will receive support from the stimulus. (NBC 15)
Community
Celebrate
  • We want to wish a happy birthday to our teammate Ally, 608today City Editor. Happy birthday, Ally!
Shop
  • Meet Rent the Runway, the easiest way to dress to impress (for less) this holiday season. By becoming a member, you can try every style, trend + designer you want — without ever buying a single thing. Bonus: Use code 6AMXRTR for 40% off two months of a membership or one-time rental. 👗 *
Travel
  • Picture this: It’s a regular Monday at the office. You’re skimming your inbox for the fifteenth time when suddenly, an email arrives: ⛵Malta — $400-$500s. With a flash of your credit card, you’ve booked sunny skies + crystal blue waters for this year’s summer vacation. Good thing you got those Scott’s Cheap Flights notifications.*
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Places Madisonians can’t get enough of 📍

Places Madisonians can’t get enough of
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Personally, we can’t get enough of Camp Randall — but nobody asked us. | Photo by @kenfager
While scrolling r/Madison the other day, we stumbled upon a thread posing quite the hyper-local question to the group: What’s a place in Madison you can’t get enough of?

Here’s what the internet had to say:

“Ace Hardware on Willy St. Attentive staff, just about anything a home could need. The smell… creaking floors.” — u/_lucidL

“Batch Bakehouse - I’ll have one of those, and that and those and that one and two of those and this and oh my there’s more by the register.” — u/greenbushgreenery

“Osteria Papavero! Been there at least a dozen times, never had a bad meal & always excellent service. The wild boar dish is phenomenal.” —u/ouijabore

“I/O Arcade Bar. Always have fun. Often meet new people I vibe with. Great tap beers and fun cocktails. Great new and old games. Plenty of space. Great bartenders.” — u/whysnow

What place keeps you coming back? Let us know.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Ryan.

Editor’s pick: Over the weekend I grabbed some lunch from Alimentari — specifically, the marinated artichoke + the spicy soppressata sandwiches. Pro tip: Pick up some freshly made pasta and a can of tomatoes while you’re there, now you’ve got dinner too.

Missed yesterday’s newsletter? We talked about Friends of the State Street Family.
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