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Thanks-living for these eats 🦃

Where to find Thanksgiving dinner in Madison
A Thanksgiving meal spread
With the research already done, all that’s left to do is eat. | Photo by @brennansmarket
Want to celebrate the day of thanks, but not planning on cooking a full dinner this year? Don’t quit Thanksgiving cold turkey — we’ve got you covered with where to dine in + carry out for Thanksgiving dinner. Plus, we’ll also break down where to get local ingredients for those rolling up their sleeves in the kitchen this holiday.

🍽️ Where to dine in

Rare Steakhouse | 14 W. Mifflin St. | Open 3:30-7 p.m.
  • Host Thanksgiving dinner downtown and try Rare’s one-night-only holiday menu.
Statehouse | 1001 Wisconsin Pl. | Open 9-11:30 a.m. + 12:30-8 p.m.
  • Choose between brunch + dinner to celebrate the day and enjoy a family-style meal service. Pro tip: You can also order online + do curbside pickup.

🥡 Where to carry out

L’Etoile | 1 S. Pinckney St. | Pick up Wednesday, Nov. 23
  • Indulge in a Thanksgiving feast for five with seasonal favorites elevated to the L’Etoile level. (Think: turkey roulade + apple and sage stuffing.)
Wisconsin Union | 800 Langdon St. | Pre-order by Wednesday, Nov. 16
  • Opt for personal or family-size portions and put together an à la carte meal with sweet + savory eats.

🛒 Where to shop local ingredients

Willy Street Co-op | 1221 Williamson St. | 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m.
  • Shop for locally sourced ingredients + stock up on turkeys, pies, and sides — pre-orders are open now. Pro tip: The co-op is a great spot to pick up some VG + GF holiday bites.
Jenifer Street Market | 2038 Jenifer St. | 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
  • Call ahead to pre-order a turkey or find any last-minute items for your Thanksgiving meal. Pro tip: Jenifer has an award-winning cheese section, perfect for a holiday spread.
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Today, Nov. 9
  • Dark Horse Trivia Night | Wednesday, Nov. 9 | 9 p.m. | Dark Horse Artbar, 756 E. Washington Ave., Madison | Free | Round up your brainiest buds for a night of trivia + drinks. 📝
  • Metro Transit Public Hearing | Wednesday, Nov. 9 | 6-11 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Listen to the committee and locals speak on items related to the transit redesign.
Thursday, Nov. 10
  • Gallery Night & Open House | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 4-7 p.m. | Camp Createability, 4510 Femrite Dr., Madison | Free | Peruse the gallery, enjoy a silent auction + live music, and do some early holiday shopping. 🎨
  • Thursday Karaoke | Thursday, Nov. 10 | 6:30-11 p.m. | The Brink Lounge, 701 E. Washington Ave., Madison | Free | Take the mic with friends + family or use this opportunity for a solo performance.
Friday, Nov. 11
  • Veterans Concert and Ceremony | Friday, Nov. 11 | 9-10 a.m. | Wisconsin State Capitol, 2 E. Main St., Madison | Free | Honor the holiday with a Veterans Day concert + ceremony with the VFW 1318 Band. 🎻
  • 80s Rewind: A Video Dance Party | Friday, Nov. 11 | 9 p.m. | Crucible, 3116 Commercial Ave., Madison | $5 | Dance the night away to the very best 80s music with DJ Nick Nice.
Saturday, Nov. 12
  • 2022 South Asia Book Award - Author Talk and Book Signing | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 3 p.m. | Central Library, 201 W. Mifflin St., Madison | Free | Celebrate the winners of this year’s awards + meet the authors in person to discuss their stories. 📚
  • Fall Gospel Fest | Saturday, Nov. 12 | 6:30 p.m. | Overture Center, 201 State St., Madison | $28-$38.50 | Hear performances from some of gospel music’s biggest and brightest stars. 🎶

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Reimagining Madison’s front door 💡

Lake Monona design challenge check-in
An aerial view of lake monona and John Nolen.
The possibilities for the redesign feel endless from up here. | Photo by @kjwfoto
This week, three national design teams shared initial plans + concepts for their visions of the Lake Monona waterfront redesign. Let’s get to know the teams and their proposals.

Agency Landscape + Planning | Cambridge, MA
A nationally renowned, woman-owned, certified DBE + WBE small business offering a full spectrum of design services.

Proposal takeaways:
  • Create a “districts system” focused on Monona Terrace, Olin Park + the causeway.
  • Undergo the largest urban marsh restoration in the Midwest.
James Corner Field Operations | New York, NY
These new-age landscape architects + urban designers are committed to innovating new ways to interact with everyday spaces.

Proposal takeaways:
  • Re-imagine John Nolen Drive as a greener, pedestrian-friendly boulevard.
  • Reconnect + reorient the city to the waterfront.
Sasaki | Boston, MA
A design firm with 65+ years of experience in space planning, community engagement, and civil engineering.

Proposal takeaways:
  • Design + create four unique areas: Lake Park Ledge, Lake Lounge, Community Causeway, and Olin Park.
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