10.02.2023

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

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Check out 608today’s top 10 list of times Madison ranked top 10 on lists

There are plenty of hiding places on the isthmus. | Photo by Kirby Wright Photography

We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite lists that Madison has ranked highly on, and created a ranked list of our own.

Behold, 608today’s top 10 list of times Madison ranked top 10 on lists:

10. Best biking cities in Wisconsin | No. 10
We’re in the 91st percentile nationwide for biking cities. Get in on the action via our 200 miles of bike-friendly paths.

9. Best cities for young professionals | No. 5
Our diverse offering of agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare career opportunities paired with the food and drink scene make Madison magnetic for recent college grads.

8. Most neighborly | No. 1
We’re not surprised that Madison topped this list, how many times have you said “Ope, my bad.” this week?

7. Best cities for singles | No. 5
Looking for date night ideas? We got you covered.

608 settle down — Cheers to you, 608 singles. | Photo by Settle Down Tavern

6. Isthmus cities | No. 1
Since there are only two major cities built on an isthmus, we took the liberty of ranking Madison No. 1 — better luck next year, SEAtoday.

5. Migraine hot spots | No. 2
Our high headache score is attributed to “lifestyle factors” — see next listing.

4. Best drinking cities | No. 2
We’re joined by Osaka, Lisbon, Buenos Aires, and Melbourne.

3. Most playgrounds per capita | No. 1
Because it’s not all about the adults having fun.

2. Best college towns | No. 3
College sports are king on the isthmus. UW-Madison’s volleyball, basketball, and football teams are constantly bringing their A-game.

gameday — If tailgating was a sport, we’d be world champs. | Photo by Second Crop Creative

1. Best cities to live | No. 1
Coming in at our number one spot, Livability ranked us No. 1 for our amenities, education, and outdoor spaces. We couldn’t agree more.

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Events

Monday, Oct. 2

World Dairy Expo | Monday, Oct. 2-Friday, Oct. 6 | Times vary | Alliant Energy Center, Madison | $15-$50 | Eat and drink your way through this expo highlighting the crème de la crème of dairy products.

Tuesday, Oct. 3

East Side Farmers’ Market | Tuesday, Oct. 3 | 4-7 p.m. | McPike Park, 202 S. Ingersoll St., Madison | Free | Shop your favorite local vendors in a relaxed setting.
Opera On Tap | Tuesday, Oct. 3 | 6-8 p.m. | Delta Beer Lab, 167 E. Badger Rd., Madison | Free | Taking opera and classical music out of the concert hall and into the taproom.

Wednesday, Oct. 4

Virtual Scavenger Hunt | Wednesday, Oct. 4 | 5:30-6:15 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Get in the homecoming week spirit with this family-friendly activity.
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse | Wednesday, Oct. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Overture Center, 201 State St., Madison | $40-$80 | A screening of the Academy Award-winning animated film paired with live musicians.

Thursday, Oct. 5

Public Health Vaccine Clinic | Thursday, Oct. 5 | 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. | Goodman South Madison Library, 2222 S Park St., Madison | Free | Free COVID-19 vaccines and flu shots for those who are uninsured or underinsured.

Friday, Oct. 6

Verona Fall Fest | Friday, Oct. 6-Saturday, Oct. 7 | 4-9 p.m. | Hometown USA, 111 Lincoln St., Verona | Free | Live music, food trucks, and a free outdoor screening of “Hocus Pocus.”
SwiftOber Fest | Friday, Oct. 6 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | The Bur Oak, 2262 Winnebago St., Madison | $5-$10 | A Taylor Swift and friends dance party.

Saturday, Oct. 7

Chili Cook-Off and Home Brew Competition | Saturday, Oct. 7 | 12 p.m. | Karben4, 3698 Kinsman Blvd., Madison | $5-$12 | Taste homemade chilis and home-brewed beers.

Sunday, Oct. 8

The Quest to Experience God: A Key to Our Well Being | Sunday, Oct. 8 | 2-3 p.m. | Fluno Center, Skyview Room, 601 University Ave., Madison | Free | Join Christian Science Board member Giulia Nesi Tetreu for a presentation about how your relationship with God can dissolve loneliness, foster connections, and infuse life with meaning.*

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News Notes

Civic

Madison’s Common Council proposed 16 amendments to Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway’s $266.5 million 2024 executive capital budget. Amendments include more funding for John Nolen Drive reconstructions and a nonprofit loan program. The budget will undergo further review before adoption on Monday, Nov. 13. (Daily Cardinal)

Kids

On Saturday, Red Caboose Child Care Center opened its new 21,000-sqft facility at 2346 Winnebago St. The move allows the center to triple its capacity, accommodating 153 children, including infants and toddlers. The facility offers nature-based playgrounds and dedicated infant and toddler rooms. (Cap Times)

Sports

The Milwaukee Bucks are wasting no time in selling Damian Lillard jerseys after announcing his acquisition in a trade with the Portland Trail Blazers. Lillard retains his jersey No. 0, which was previously worn by MarJon Beauchamp, who will switch to No. 3.(WKOW)

Feel Good

On Saturday, Oct. 7, Badger Honor Flight will make its 50th flight to Washington, DC, offering local veteran Vince Formosa a long-awaited chance to visit war memorials. Formosa said he’s eagerly anticipating the trip, which will give him a meaningful opportunity to reflect on his Vietnam experiences. (NBC 15)

Finance

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Wellness

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Business

City

What’s new in Madison’s retail, restaurant, and housing scenes?

In the winter months, soup is a must. | Photo by @ahanmadison

Some changes are on the horizon for the Madison-area business and housing scene.

Madison Yards
EO Madison Yards celebrated the grand opening of a new apartment complex near Hilldale, part of a 21-acre mixed-use development project. This campus-like project will also include a 50,000-sqft Whole Foods, 142,000 sqft of offices, 11,000 sqft of retail space, and a public plaza.

Ahan
This James Beard Award-winning restaurant is moving from the Bur Oak to a larger space on Willy Street. Today is its last day at 2262 Winnebago St., it’ll be closed until at least Tuesday, Oct. 10. Stay tuned for more information on when the new space at 744 Williamson St. will be open for business.

Greenway Station additions
In addition to a J. Crew and Cooper’s Hawk Winery, Greenway Station announced that it will also soon be home to a Land’s End.

Answered

On Friday, we asked what your favorite part about fall is, and here’s what you said:

The survey says ... fall foliage and weather, by a landslide. Since fall is the short reprieve we Madisonians get between the extreme heat and extreme cold, this makes sense.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Ally

From the editor

Did anyone else attend any Art of Cheese Festival events? I hit up a late-morning cocktail and cheese pairing class — breakfast of champions.

608 cheese event — The brandy old fashioned sour and cranberry cheddar was City Editor Aly’s favorite pairing. | Photo by 608today

The class was led by Wisconsin food and drink author Jeanette Hurt, you may have seen her books “Wisconsin Cocktails” and “The Unofficial Aldi Cookbook” at local bookstores.

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