• Location: Capitol Square
• Features: The largest producers-only farmers’ market in the country
• Parking: Capitol Square North Garage or State Street Capitol Garage

• Location: 200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
• Features: While more intimate than the Saturday Market, you will still find many of your favorite Dane County Farmers’ Market vendors.
• Parking: Wilson Street Garage

• Location: Behind LL Bean, 702 N. Midvale Blvd.
• Features: Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome.
• Parking: Hilldale garage or lot

• Location: Madison Labor Temple, 1602 S. Park St.
• Features: Diverse array of vendors offering seasonal produce and handmade home goods
• Parking: Free, on-site

• Location: Edgewood College/High School, 2219 Monroe St.
• Features: Just blocks from the Southwest Commuter Path, walking and biking to the market is easy.
• Parking: Free, on-site

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• Andrew Bird | Wednesday, Apr. 5 | 8 p.m. | The Sylvee, 25 S. Livingston St., Madison | $42.50 | Enjoy a show by this Grammy-nominated vocalist, whistler, and songwriter.
• Wisconsin Book Festival presents: Ross Gay for Inciting Joy | Wednesday, Apr. 5 | 7 p.m. | Pinney Library, 516 Cottage Grove Rd., Madison | Free | Stop by for an evening of conversation, poetry, and joy.

• Garver Wine Dinner | Thursday, Apr. 6 | 7-9 p.m. | Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green, Madison | $99 | Seven courses from the Garver Kitchen will be paired with seven wines in the Garver Canvas art gallery.
• National Burrito Day | Thursday, Apr. 6 | 5:30-8 p.m. | State Line Distillery, 1413 Northern Ct, Madison | Free | Celebrate the holiday with a night of trivia paired with food from Jolly Frog.

• A Tribute to R.E.M. and Genesis | Friday, Apr. 7 | 9 p.m. | The Harmony Bar and Grill, 2201 Atwood Ave., Madison | $10 | Some of Madison’s finest musicians get together to pay tribute to these iconic bands.
• Ballet Beyond | Friday, Apr. 7 | 7 p.m. | Overture Center | $19-$50 | Join Madison Ballet after its opening night performance for an open conversation with the choreographers and artists.

• Cottontail Classic 5K and 10K | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. | McGaw Park, 5236 Lacy Rd., Fitchburg | $30 | Stick around after the race for photos with the Easter Bunny and an Easter egg hunt for kids.
• Cooking with Chef Lily | Saturday, Apr. 8 | 1:30 p.m. | Lakeview Library, 2845 N. Sherman Ave, Madison | Free | Kids will learn about different foods, where they come from, and how to follow recipes.

• The votes are in — Wisconsin’s 2023 spring election took place yesterday. Janet Protasiewicz won the state’s Supreme Court Justice seat and Satya Rhodes-Conway will be serving another term as Madison’s mayor. Check out the full results. (NBC 15)
• Madison announced the MadiSUN program to transition to renewable solar energy in 2023. The goal is to expand access to solar energy for homes, businesses, and nonprofits. Key initiatives include a solar group purchase program and business grants. (Daily Cardinal)

• Core Spaces is proposing the addition of two student housing developments near Bassett Street Brunch Club. If approved, the developer will have five student housing buildings within walking distance from each other including, The James, The Hub, and Oliv Madison. (Cap Times)

• Applications for the May Madison Night Market are closing soon. Artists, artisanal food creators, and non-profits must apply by Monday, April 10 for consideration.

• In light of a viral TikTok about tiny frog homes, wildlife biologist Erin Sauer spoke with Wisconsin Public Radio about how building frog houses or ponds can help them survive in urban areas where they face threats. (WPR)
• Check out the winners of the Wisconsin DNR’s “Keep Wildlife Wild” poster contest. This year’s theme was “If you care, leave them there.”

• The Madison School Board is considering removing the COVID-19 vaccination mandate for staff members. Officials with the school district proposed eliminating the requirement, saying it’s outdated as the nation has changed its approach to the virus. (Madison.com)
• Our backgrounds, lifestyles, and genes play important roles in our health. By studying these factors, researchers may find ways to improve health for you, your family, and future generations. Joining the All of Us Research Program can help change the future of health research. Learn more.*

• Passover (or Pesach) begins at sundown today, starting with Passover Seder. The feast usually includes matzah, brisket or chicken, and potato kugel. Learn more and celebrate with Chabad Madison.

• Trying to talk someone into an April vacation? Just show them these hotel deals on Expedia. We love: The Islander Resort that’s on a private beach in the Florida Keys.

🛒 Get involved

• Wellness checks | Bring your own cleaning supplies. Wipe the interior and dispose of expired, opened, or not allowed items. Assure that the temperature is within 32-38 degrees.
• Food runs | MCF will reimburse grocery store purchases up to $250-300. After stocking, take pictures of the fridge and your receipt. Send photos to MCF on Facebook, Instagram, or via email. Include your Venmo handle to be reimbursed within 24-48 hours.

✅ Dos and don’ts

• Leftovers
• Raw meat
• Alcohol
• Pet supplies — litter, toys, flea treatment.
• Medication
• Clothing

• Prepared food — sealed, dated, ingredient list.
• Unopened pet food
• Diapers
• Unopened personal hygiene products