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(Horo)scoping out the 608

The zodiac signs as Madison neighborhoods

One isthmus, 100+ neighborhoods, and endless personality. | Photo by @egorchels

City Editor Ally here. One of the things I love most about Madison is the distinct districts and niche neighborhoods. They each have their own personalities + purposes — some would say it was written in the stars. So, let’s take a look at how our neighborhoods align with the zodiac signs.

Aries: March 21-April 19 | Campus Area

Aries are known to be high-energy, domineering, and confident — which perfectly encapsulates the energy brought to Campus Area by Langdon Street’s Greek life demographic. Plus, the exciting nightlife alludes to the fiery personality of this fire sign.

Leo: July 23-Aug. 22 | Capitol Neighborhoods, Inc.

This sign is not afraid to let its presence be known — and nothing grabs attention quite like the Wisconsin State Capitol. In this area, you’re always a brief walk away from the city’s center which is full of classic 608 attractions like MMoCA and the Monona Terrace.

Libra: Sept. 23-Oct. 22 | Greenbush

Greenbush’s small town yet big city vibe is just as balanced as a Libra. With local bars like The Mason, coffee spots like Zuzu, and being moments away from the hustle and bustle of Regent Street — this vibrant and calm part of the 608 is fitting for this air sign.

Scorpio: Oct. 23-Nov. 21 | Schenk-Atwood-Starkweather-Yahara

This neighborhood is also known as SASY, which is pretty on the nose for Scorpios. Do a little digging and you’ll uncover plenty of intriguing intricacies about SASY, like how the community turned an adult movie theater into the iconic Barrymore Theatre.

Aquarius: Jan. 20-Feb. 18 | Marquette

The Marquette neighborhood embodies the eclectic nature of an Aquarius. It’s widely known for being home to Willy Street, where you’ll find quirky shops like Meep Meepleton’s World of Fun and the Treasure Shop. Pro tip: Stop by Ha Long Bay for City Editor Ally’s favorite curry in town, the TC4 yellow curry.

Seven more signs

Events

Friday, April 21

Neighborhood Spring Cleaning | Friday, Apr. 21 | 1-4 p.m. | Woodland Park, 330 Femrite Dr., Monona | Free | Clean up our community and meet others who love Monona as much as you do.
Friday Night Hoops | Friday, Apr. 21 | 4-10 p.m. | Warner Park, 2920 N. Sherman Ave., Madison | Free | This organized basketball contest is geared toward middle and high scholers.

Saturday, April 22

Banff Mountain Film Festival | Friday, Apr. 21-Saturday, Apr. 22 | 7 p.m. | The Barrymore Theatre, 2090 Atwood Ave., Madison | $20-$35 | Witness epic human-powered feats, life-affirming challenges, and mind-blowing cinematography – all on the big screen.
Late Night Jam Session | Saturday, Apr. 22 | 11 p.m.-12 a.m. | Cafe CODA, 1224 Williamson St., Madison | $5 | End the night on a high note, literally, with this musical nightcap.

Sunday, April 23

9in, 9out | Sunday, Apr. 23 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green, Madison | $10-$25 | Build community with other expecting and new parents.
Chris Botti | Sunday, Apr. 23 | 8 p.m. | Orpheum Madison, 216 State St., Madison | $55-$125 | This jazz musician has played alongside the likes of Frank Sinatra, Sting, and Andrea Bocelli.

Monday, April 24

How to Be Human | Monday, Apr. 24 | 12-1 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Jory Fleming will speak about what it’s like to navigate a world designed for neurotypical brains when yours is not.
Crucible Trivia Night | Monday, Apr. 24 | 8:30 p.m. | Crucible, 3116 Commercial Ave., Madison | Free | Win drink chips during this general trivia event.

Events calendar here

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Travel

Don’t board an airplane without this item

A small white AirFly device next to a passport, headphones, ear buds, and a plane ticket.

Goodbye, cheap airline headphones; hello, incredible sound quality. | Photo by 6AM City

Picture the place in your house where you store you suitcases. Is there room for a two-by-two inch item weighing 15 grams? If yes, we recommend you buy this item immediately — vacation you of the future will thank you.

Meet the AirFly wireless audio transmitter, AKA your ticket to watching — and actually enjoying — the in-flight movie entertainment on your next trip.

AirFly eliminates the need for wired headphones by plugging into a headphone jack then connecting via Bluetooth to your earbuds or wireless headphones. We repeat: You will never need wired headphones again if you have an AirFly.

Reviewers have mentioned the notable improvement in sound quality that the AirFly helps produce — not to mention, you won’t have to humble yourself before your travel companions and ask for a spare pair of wired headphones (or use the cheap ones the airline passes out).

Bonus: Upgrade to the AirFly Duo to share audio between two pairs of headphones, or get the AirFly Pro for all that plus even more battery life and audio options.

Fly with the AirFly

News Notes

Weather

There will be two statewide tornado drills today — one at 1:45 p.m. and another at 6:45 p.m. While Dane County will not sound the outdoor sirens, some TV and radio stations may temporarily stop programming, and you’ll see social media posts from NWS.

Sports

Badger football fans are invited to The Launch, an open practice featuring 11-on-11 scrimmages, this Saturday, April 22. Reserve your free general admission pass to scope out the 2023 team. (NBC 15)

Edu

UW-Madison welcomes Eric Holder Jr., the country’s first Black attorney general, to be the keynote speaker at spring commencement on Friday, May 13. Holder previously spoke at the university’s Law School hooding ceremony in 2016. (Cap Times)

Arts

The Madison Arts Commission, Madison Public Library’s Bubbler program, and Artist-in-Residence Ash Armenta are collaborating to organize a series of free creative events at the Thurber Park residency space. Events include an Alternative Artists Night and a DIY screenprinting class.

Biz

Microsoft is purchasing a $50 million land parcel in southeastern Wisconsin after Foxconn failed to build a facility as promised. Microsoft plans to build a $1 billion data center on the 315-acre site in Mount Pleasant. (AP News)

Health

Did you know? Asian Americans are 40% more likely than white Americans to experience diabetes. By participating in research like the All of Us Research Program, we may be able to help researchers learn more about this disease and others. Learn more.*
Ever wished a medical professional could answer your questions about strained or tweaked muscles, proper cooldown techniques, and whether physical therapy might actually help your injury? Good news: We’re tapping in a Sports Medicine Physician from SSM Health to answer your questions. Ask yours here.*

Kids

The perfect family-friendly activity does exist, and you can even do it all spring and summer long, rain or shine. We’re talking about Kids Bowl Free — a national program that connects you with local bowling alleys where kids can receive two free games of bowling each day. Learn more + sign up.

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Holiday

Morgen ist Earth Day. Der Tag der Erde wird weltweit begangen und wurde im Jahr 1970 von einem US-Senator, der eine Ölpest mit eigenen Augen miterleben musste, ins Leben gerufen wurde. Heute wird er von über 1 Milliarde Menschen in 193 Ländern begangen. Translate this news with Babbel (currently offering 55% off lessons) in The Wrap at the bottom of our newsletter.*

Shop

We’re firm believers in spoiling the ones we love — especially our pets. That’s why we’re adding these two things to our shopping carts: this customizable velvet collar and this durable bed that features a removable slipcover. Don’t forget the treats. We love these soft chews for doggos and these freeze dried snacks for cats.
Celebrate Earth Day by supporting some of our Six & Main brands. Rainier Watch, a business inspired by mountains, gives a portion of its sales to organizations that protect National Parks, and Plant Based Candles allows customers to reuse the vessel as a planter with wildflower seeds included in each order.

Outdoors

Culture

Celebrate Earth Day in Madison

EarthDay.org also has resources for how to celebrate Earth Day year-round. | Photo via Pexels

Shoutout to planet Earth for keeping us all grounded. Let’s celebrate.

Saturday, April 22 marks Earth Day — an annual holiday that is celebrated by more than a billion people across 193 countries. This year’s campaign is “Invest In Our Planet,” and to help you do so, EarthDay.org has a plethora of resources that can help you get involved on local, national, and global levels. A few of our favorites include:

The 2023 Earth Day Action Toolkit — your resource for all things Earth Day and environmental advocacy.
The Earth Day event finder — search for local events taking place near you.
The Climate Literacy Communications Toolkit — learn about the key messaging and research behind climate literacy.

Interested in volunteering with a local environmental org in honor of Earth Day? Look no further than Madison Parks Flower Gardens and Aldo Leopold Nature Center.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Ally

Holiday, translated: Tomorrow is Earth Day. The global holiday dates back to 1970, when it was spearheaded by a US senator who witnessed an oil spill first hand. Now, it’s observed by 1+ billion people across 193 countries. Brush up on your German skills with a subscription to Babbel (currently 55% off exclusively for 608today readers).*

From the editor

I attended the Crucible’s Words with Nerds event last night. It’s described as an R-rated TED Talk which sums it up perfectly. This month’s topics were ancient Grecian mystery cults, an exploration of Midwest emo, and advocacy for marijuana legalization. I highly recommend checking it out, but be sure to double-check their calendar since the venue hosts a wide array of events — ranging from trivia nights to leather and lace burlesque shows.

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