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Do you remember the 21st night of September in Madison?
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Edgewood’s class of 1947 celebrates their ten year reunion. | Photo via WHS - Image 98511
Earth, Wind & Fire once asked: “Do you remember the 21st night of September?” and it’s been stuck in our heads ever since.

Thursday, Sept. 21 is tomorrow, so we dug through the Wisconsin Historical Society’s archives to find some moments in time from some 21st nights of September over the years in Madison.

1946 | The Badgers bested Marquette 34-0 during an early fall football game 77 years ago. Fun fact: The Badgers have an impressive 34-4 record against Marquette, with the last face-off being on Oct. 1, 1960.

1949 | Members of the Youth Speakers’ Bureau brush up on their speeches. Their goal was to convince peers to support the Community Chest.

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Youth Speakers’ Bureau members John Vincent, Peggy Huiskamp, and Dick Cyr. | Photo via WHS - Image 61332

1950 | Patrolman Les Shore shows off his handcrafted display case for the Madison Police Department to hold its many awards.

1950 | The Madison Inter-Church Leadership Training School held a luncheon. Local religious leaders from Christ Presbyterian Church, Luther Memorial Church, and Temple Beth El were in attendance.

1954 | The Wisconsin State Journal held a publicity workshop where Helen Matheson — the Sunday editor — presented her publicity handbook to attendees.

1954 | In the Sunset Hills neighborhood, members of Madison’s League of Women Voters gathered at 2805 Ridge Rd. as part of their benefit tour. This would be 17 years before the group merged with Middleton’s league to become what we know today as the League of Women Voters of Dane County.

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Frances Hurst visiting Virginia Dymond, members of the League of Women Voters in 1954. | Photo via WHS - Image 88767

1957 | Edgewood High School’s class of 1947 gathered for their ten-year reunion. Class officers include Mary Lang, Sam Prestigiacomo, and Mary Gene Heller.

1958 | The Wisconsin State Journal took a tour of Conrad A. Elvehjem’s home. The UW-Madison president lived at the Olin House which has been the university’s “White House” since 1925. It still stands today in the University Heights neighborhood at 130 N. Prospect Ave.
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Events

Wednesday, Sept. 20
Thursday, Sept. 21
  • 40th Anniversary Celebration | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 4-7 p.m. | Madison Senior Center, Madison | Free | Honor and celebrate the aging community.
  • Bryce Vine | Thursday, Sept. 21 | 8 p.m. | The Sylvee, 25 S. Livingston St., Madison | $27.50-$35 | You may know him from his hits such as “Drew Barrymore” and “La La Land.”
Friday, Sept. 22
  • Gimme Gimme Disco | Friday, Sept. 22 | 9 p.m. | Majestic Theatre, 115 King St., Madison | $15-$35 | Calling all ABBA fans. Dance into the weekend to electronic remixes of your favorite hits.
  • American Rhapsody | Friday, Sept. 22-Sunday, Sept. 24 | Times vary | Overture Center, 201 State St., Madison | $15-$102 | Catch a live performance by the Madison Symphony Orchestra.
Saturday, Sept. 23
  • DiaperDash 5K | Saturday, Sept. 23 | 8-10 a.m. | McKee Farms Park, 2930 Chapel Valley Rd., Fitchburg | $30-$75 | Help supply Madison area families in need with free diapers.
  • Hasan Minhaj: Off With His Head | Saturday, Sept. 23 | 7 p.m. | Orpheum Madison, 216 State St., Madison | $70-$145 | This comedian is known for hosting “The Daily Show” and Netflix’s “Patriot Act.”
Sunday, Sept. 24
  • Paddle in the Parks | Sunday, Sept. 24 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Falk Wells Upper Sugar River Wildlife Area, West Parking Lot - Canoe/Kayak Launch 1752 State Highway 69, Verona | $20 | Bring your own boat to participate for free.
  • Warm Belly Farm Fall Festival | Sunday, Sept. 24 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Warm Belly Farm, 4311 Vilas Hope Rd., Cottage Grove | $13 | Sip cider with your friends, pick pumpkins, or browse the garden center.
  • Sunday Tour | Sunday, Sept. 24 | 12 p.m. | Chazen Museum of Art, 750 University Ave., Madison | Free | Stop by the front desk and meet a museum guide who will lead you on a guided tour of “Insistent Presence.”
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News Notes
Development
  • Construction vehicles on Epic Systems’ campus indicate the development of a sixth campus. The company has continually expanded over two decades, owning 1,700 acres in Verona. Epic plans to employ around 13,300 people by 2024, with 1,700 hires expected this year, nearly matching Verona’s 2022 population of 14,521. (Madison.com)
Sports
  • State legislators announced a stadium deal with the Brewers to retain the team in the city until at least 2050. The $700 million deal comprises a $400 million state contribution funded by players’ income tax, $200 million from Milwaukee’s city and county, and $100 million from the team. (Channel 3000)
State
  • Eight Wisconsin schools landed on the US Department of Education’s Blue Ribbon Schools list. The list includes schools in Appleton, Brookfield, and Janesville for “overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups on assessments.” (Spectrum News)
Community
  • The Madison Senior Center is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and you’re invited. Stop by 330 W. Mifflin St. tomorrow 4-7 p.m. to enjoy live music, learn about the center’s history, and celebrate the occasion.
Arts
  • DAMA is hosting a Masquerade Ball this Friday, Sept. 22 at the south side Labor Temple. This “Renaissance: The Youth Era” event will celebrate young local mural artists including Elizabeth Lozano-Naval, Chloe Manke, Abril Aleman Sorelo, and Mayela Torres. (Madison 365)
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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.*
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🔎 This is the coolest thing...

This is the coolest thing in Wisconsin...
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What would you put in a mushroom gin cocktail? | Photo by Sturgeon Spirits
The Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce invites Wisconsinites to vote for the “Coolest Thing in Wisconsin” by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 26 — one vote allowed per day.

The top 16 products will proceed to a tournament-style bracket.

Here are our top picks:

Mushroom Gin | Sturgeon Spirits - Oshkosh
City Editor Ally here. I love mushrooms, and I love gin — a salty umami cocktail sounds pretty good to me.

100% Recycled Water Bottle Clothing | EcoEvie - Milwaukee
With the help of her mother, 13-year-old Evie Mutsch created this eco-friendly clothing company that benefits endangered animal conservation groups.

Jolly Good Soda | Krier Foods - Random Lake
A nostalgic favorite of many Wisconsinites. Flavors range from Root Beer and Orange to more unique options like Sour Pow’r and Blue Raspberry.

Carmex Lip Balm | Carma Labs - Franklin
Check your purse. We’re willing to bet a few of you have a tube of Carmex with you right now, as you’re reading this.

Jukebox Bowl-O-Rama | G-Tek LLC dba Fun Company - New Lisbon
Part jukebox, part classic arcade game.
    Asked

    What gets your vote for the Coolest Thing Made in Wisconsin contest?

    A. Mushroom gin
    B. Water Bottle Clothing
    C. Jolly Good Soda
    D. Carmex
    E. Jukebox Bowl-O-Rama
    F. Other
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    83% of respondents prefer to explore other cultures through food. | Graph via 608today

    The majority of those of you who responded prefer to immerse yourselves in other cultures through food.

    This reminds City Editor Ally of a quote from one of her favorite chefs:

    “Move. As far as you can, as much as you can. Across the ocean, or simply across the river. The extent to which you can walk in someone else’s shoes or at least eat their food, it’s a plus for everybody.” - Anthony Bourdain
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    Today’s edition by:
    Ally
    From the editor
    Jolly Good Soda and Carmex are tied for “the coolest thing” in my book.

    The amount of half-used Carmex tubes that are floating around my apartment on any given day could stock a CVS. As for Jolly Good — as long as they’re making the Orange and Cream flavors, I’ll keep buying.
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