These players can now call Lambeau Field home. | Photo by Chad Davis via Wikimedia Commons
Grab your cheeseheads — football season is back. Dive into all things game day before the Packers’ first 2023 game on Sunday, Sept. 10.
What everyone’s talking about:
Love is in the air this football season. Jordan Love, that is.Now that Aaron Rodgers is with the New York Jets, Jordan Love has stepped up to replace the four-time MVP Super Bowl champ as the Packers’ starting quarterback.
Fans, experts, and even Rodgers himself are optimistic about Love’s performance this upcoming season.
“He’s got all the talent in the world. They’ve got a really young team, so he’s got an opportunity to be exactly who he wants to be and be the leader that he wants to be. I’m excited for him.”
This season, Jordan Love is taking the reins from former Packers quarterback, Aaron Rodgers. | Photo by Joe Glorioso, All-Pro Reels
The best way to watch from home:
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Cyclocross Practice Ride | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 5-7 p.m. | Olin Park, 1156 Olin-Turville Ct., Madison | Free | Bring your mountain bike and a helmet for a free cyclocross practice lesson.
Thursday, Sept. 7
Meditation | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 12-12:45 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Find your center at this mindfulness session led by Sarah Moore, MD.
Acoustic Happy Hour | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 6-8 p.m. | Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green, Madison | Free | Join Garver Lounge, Ian’s Pizza, and Roll Play for a musical happy hour featuring Def Sonic.
Friday, Sept. 8
Educators Night | Friday, Sept. 8 | 3-9:30 p.m. | Delta Beer Lab, 167 E Badger Rd, Madison | Free | Show the bartender your educator ID for $2 off two beverages of your choice.
Dane Oktoberfest | Friday, Sept. 8-Saturday, Sept. 9 | 6-11 p.m. and 9 a.m.-11 p.m. | Bert Deans Park, 120 Railroad St., Dane | Free | On Friday night, a free family-friendly movie will be shown at dusk.
Comedy Night | Friday, Sept. 8 | time | Bartell Theatre, 113 Mifflin St., Madison | $25 | Along with two hours of comedy, there will be live music by Matt Jordan.
Saturday, Sept. 9
Ironman Wisconsin | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 6:50 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Madison | Free | Catch a glimpse of the action at the Monona Terrace, or the waterfront portion of the Cap City Trail.
Monroe Street Festival | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. | 1600 to 2700 blocks of Monroe Street, Madison | Free | Celebrate the 45th anniversary of this community fest.
Fangirl Fantasy: Harry Styles vs. One Direction | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 8 p.m. | Majestic Theatre, 115 King St., Madison | $18-$20 | Jam out to your favorite tunes from your favorite heartthrobs.
Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway announced the city’s 2024 executive capital budget yesterday. Major points include rebuilding Park Street, anticipating 400,000 residents by 2050, and a 60% increase in funding for affordable housing — $94 million over six years.
Traffic
South Broom Street’s southbound lanes, from West Wilson Street to John Nolen Drive, are now closed for railroad crossing work. The closure will last until Saturday, Sept. 16.
Community
The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau is hosting a “ShredFest” event this Saturday, Sept. 9. Stop by 1709 Landmark Dr., Cottage Grove from 8:30 to 11 a.m. with up to three bags of documents to be shredded for free. (Channel 3000)
Kids
Planning a kid-friendly day? The Henry Vilas Zoo has added Sunday, Oct. 1 to their Family Fun Day schedule. Stop by to enjoy many typically paid activities for free, such as the train and carousel. (NBC 15)
Announced
Stop by Sun Prairie’s annual Multicultural Fair on Saturday, Sept. 16 at Sheehan Park. The event celebrates various cultures through music, dance, and food. Contact Jake King to get involved as a sponsor, vendor, or exhibitor. (Madison 365)
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UW–Madison is the official state university of Wisconsin. | Photo by 608today
UW-Madison’s fall semester commences today, and we have a few tips for both locals and students this fall semester.
Locals
Passing times | Traversing the isthmus is hard enough without the added obstacle of college pedestrians. If you’re committed to dodging the crowds, check out the standard class hours to get an idea of when most classes will be released on any given day.
Homecoming | Expect busy bars and restaurants, and general rowdiness on campus the week of Monday, Oct. 2 for the 175th UW-Madison homecoming celebration.
Students
September course drop deadlines:
Wednesday, Sept. 13 | Drop a course without it showing up on your transcript as dropped
Friday, Sept. 15 | Drop a course and receive a full tuition adjustment
Friday, Sept. 29 | Drop a course and receive a 50% tuition adjustment
Any former Badgers out there? If you have a campus shortcut, secret study spot, or a few words of wisdom you wish you had when embarking on your college journey, let us know in the survey below.
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Before you start cheering for your favorite team, make sure you have the perfect game day gear. From sunglasses to earrings, shop Six & Main’s tailgate collection.
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Drink
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After a year at UWM, I spent my sophomore-senior years at UW-Madison. My advice to freshmen? Find a friend in every class.
You don’t have to become lifelong besties, but having someone you can shoot a text to for notes, homework help, or to commiserate with makes the experience feel a lot less daunting.
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