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35º | Cloudy | 15% chance of sleet | Sunrise 7:28 a.m. | Sunset 4:39 p.m.
 

🍦 We all scream for ice cream

Go on an ice cream crawl in Madison
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Orange Custard Chocolate Chip is Babcock’s signature flavor. | Photo by 608today
If you prefer a sugar crash over a hangover, this one’s for you. Skip the bar crawl and join us on a 608 ice cream crawl.

Ice Cream Social | 2421 University Ave.
What we got: Cherry Styles — roasted cherry ice cream with cinnamon sugar cookie dough pieces.

Inside scoop: Ice Cream Social keeps its store 100% gluten-free.

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Ice Cream Social is adjoined to Pasture and Plenty on University Avenue. | Photo by 608today

Babcock Dairy | Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St.
What we got: Orange Custard Chocolate Chip — creamy, orange custard with chocolate flakes.

Inside scoop: UW-Madison’s Babcock Hall hosts the dairy plant, Babock Hall Dairy Store, and Food Science Department classrooms.

The Atwood Scoop | 2302 Atwood Ave.
What we got: Amaretto Mackinac Island Fudge — amaretto ice cream with a fudge ribbon and fudge pieces.

Chocolate Shoppe | 2322 Atwood Ave.
What we got: Rhubarb Crumble — cream cheese frosting ice cream with rhubarb jam and shortbread crumble.

Inside scoop: You can access the Atwood Chocolate Shoppe from the Capital City Trail, which makes it a perfect pit stop for your next bike ride.

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Take advantage of the Atwood Chocolate Shoppe’s outdoor area this summer. | Photo by 608today


Good News Ice Cream | 117 King St.
What we got: Blueberry Honey Lavender — sweet cream ice cream with whole blueberries and fresh lavender folded in.

Calliope | Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green
What we got: Hot Peanut Butter — peanut butter ice cream with hints of spicy Sriracha.

Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know by dropping a comment on our ice cream crawl Reel or shooting us an email.
Events
Monday, July 3
  • Madison Mallards vs. Green Bay | Monday, July 3 | 5:05 p.m. | Warner Park, 2920 N. Sherman Ave., Madison | $6.08 | The Mallards plan on ending the night with a bang at the Duck Pond.*
Tuesday, July 4
  • East Side Farmers’ Market | Tuesday, July 4 | 4-7 p.m. | McPike Park, 202 S. Ingersoll St., Madison | Free | Stock up on produce for your Fourth of July BBQ.
  • Afroman | Tuesday, July 4 | 8 p.m.-2 a.m. | Crucible, 3116 Commercial Ave., Madison | $30 | This West Coast artist is known for his hits “Colt 45" and “Lemon Pound Cake.”
Wednesday, July 5
  • COVID Vaccine Clinic | Wednesday, July 5 | 4 p.m. | Lakeview Library, 2845 N. Sherman Ave., Madison | Free | Free COVID-19 vaccines and boosters administered by Public Health Madison + Dane County.
  • Concerts on the Square | Wednesday, July 5 | 5-9 p.m. | Capitol Square | Free | Revel in the WCO’s annual Fourth of July celebration with favorites including “The Stars and Stripes Forever” and “Armed Forces Salute.”
Thursday, July 6
  • National Women’s Music Festival | Thursday, July 6-Sunday, July 9 | Madison Marriott West, 1313 John Q. Hammons Dr., Middleton | $50-$150 | Workshops, concerts, comedy, vendors, and more.
  • Concerts on the Rooftop | Thursday, July 6 | 7-9 p.m. | Monona Terrace, 1 John Nolen Dr., Madison | Free | Enjoy a free live show by The Whiskey Farm, a local Americana and folk rock band.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Listen
  • Wisconsin Public Radio (WPR) moved The Ideas Network from 90.9 FM to a stronger signal at 90.5 FM. The change aims to expand listenership in the Madison area while maintaining the same content. The network is also available on 107.9 FM, 970 AM, WPR’s website, and its app. (NBC 15)
Development
  • The City and Public Market Foundation are finalizing agreements for the Madison Public Market to be open by spring 2025. The lease and operating agreement will be reviewed by the Finance Committee and the City Council at the end of July. (Madison.com)
Sports
  • It looks like the Bucks are bringing most of the gang back for at least another year. Milwaukee has reportedly re-signed Khris Middleton, Brook Lopez, and former Bucks player Jae Crowder. The team still has a few other players to decide on, including Giannis’ brother, Thanasis. (WKOW)
Job
  • The City of Madison is in need of crossing guards for the upcoming school year. No experience is required, as the City provides comprehensive training. Apply today, interviews will begin in August.
Arts
  • The Madison Arts Commission allocated $107,485 to 68 organizations + individuals through its arts grants program. Recipients include Madison Jazz Inc., Madison Circus Space, and Disability Pride Madison.
Madisonian
  • Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes is one of six semifinalists for the position of Chicago’s next police superintendent. Three finalists are to be submitted to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson by Friday, July 14. (Madison 365)
Featured Deal
  • Been eyeing a new pair of sunnies? Now through Saturday, July 29, SSM Health is offering $100 off a pair of prescription sunglasses (frame and lenses), or 25% off a pair of non-prescription sunglasses. Snag the deal.*
Travel and Outdoors

✨ Celestial summer

The 2023 celestial calendar for Madison, WI
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There will be plenty of action in the night sky this year. | Photo via Pexels
Don’t miss tonight’s full moon which is expected to rise around 9:35 p.m. We’re looking to the sky to see what else is on the celestial docket this summer.

🌕 Full moons

While most years there are 12 full moons, 2023 welcomes 13 (two will occur in August). Here’s what we can look forward to during the remainder of the summer, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac.
  • Monday, July 3: Buck moon
  • Tuesday, August 1: Sturgeon moon
  • Wednesday, August 30: Blue moon

💫 Meteor showers

The end of July is a busy few weeks for meteor showers. Here’s a rundown of what to expect during July and beyond:

Delta Aquarids
  • Active: July 18-Aug. 21
  • Peak: July 30-31
Alpha Capricornids
  • Active: July 7-Aug. 15
  • Peak: July 30-31
Perseids
  • Active: July 14-Sept. 1
  • Peak: Aug. 12-13
For a full 2023 forecast, check out our celestial calendar guide.
 
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Ally
From the editor
I’m trying to decide how to spend my day off tomorrow for the Fourth of July. My partner is heading to Milwaukee to run a 4k, but with such a hot + humid forecast, I think I’ll be opting for a more relaxed option that includes AC.
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