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🍽️ Have a seat at the table

Madisonians encouraged to join the Mosaic Dinner Movement
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Madisonians are encouraged to host dinners with others. | Photo via Mosaic Dinner Movement (Marlon F. Hall)
It was James Beard who said, “Food is our common ground, a universal experience.”

The Mosaic Dinner Movement (MDM) has taken those words to heart.

The new partnership with Dane County Food Collective and REAP Food Group brings individuals from diverse backgrounds together to share meals and exchange stories, thereby bridging divides and celebrating the richness of our collective experiences.

Help them work toward that goal by becoming one of their Madison-based dinner hosts. Applications are now open until Tuesday, April 30.

Here’s how it works.

The invite

Hosts volunteer to share a meal with at least four guests of their choosing. Think: friends, coworkers, associates. There’s no maximum number of guests, but everyone should be able to sit at the same table. Guests should be of different backgrounds and, ideally, not know one another.

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Dinner attendees are asked to share and contemplate together. | Photo via Mosaic Dinner Movement (Maile J. Lloyd)

The structure

Those attending the meal go through three “stanzas” that can be tweaked by the host.
  • Personal story practice | Have quotes at each table setting. Ask guests to sit at the one that resonates with them most, and inquire why.
  • Cultural story practice | Have guests bring an artifact that tells a story about their cultural or ancestral history.
  • Global story practice | Have guests share something about who they are as a person, in four words.

The meal

The host decides the format of the meal (something they prepare, potluck, take out, etc.). MDM does not compensate hosts for meals, but participating in the project is free.

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Over a meal, the Mosaic Dinner Movement believes bonds can become stronger. | Photo via Mosaic Dinner Movement (Maile J. Lloyd)

After the meal

Hosts collect and photograph the four-word stories, quotes, food, and friends for MDM to potentially share on its social media channels.

Interested?

Register here. Or, to learn more about the project and how to get involved, visit Reap Food Group or send an email.
 
Events
Monday, March 11
  • Chess at the Library | Monday, March 11 | 6-8 p.m. | Lakeview Library, 2845 N. Sherman Ave., Madison | Free | Play chess in a relaxing environment where all ages and skill levels are welcome.
  • The Moth Madison StorySLAM | Monday, March 11 | 7:30 p.m. | High Noon Saloon, 701 E. Washington Ave., Madison | $18 | Listen to short true stories around the theme of “Dazzled,” or share your own.
Tuesday, March 12
  • Vinyl Night | Tuesday, March 12 | 6-8 p.m. | Delta Beer Lab, 167 E. Badger Rd., Madison | Cost of purchase | Bring a record for beertender Andrew (aka DJ Slimzy) to add to the queue.
  • Country Jam | Tuesday, March 12 | 7-10 p.m. | Red Rooster Madison, 2513 Seiferth Rd., Madison | $5 | Bring your instrument, or your voice, and jam with other country music locals, or just come and listen.
Wednesday, March 13
  • Edgewood High School presents “Mary Poppins” | Wednesday, March 13-Sunday, March 17 | Times vary | E.H.S. McKinley Performing Arts Center, 2219 Monroe St., Madison | $10-$25 | With a supercalifragilisticexpialidocious cast of over 80 students, enjoy one of the most famous musicals of all time.
  • The Surfrajettes | Wednesday, March 13 | 8 p.m. | High Noon Saloon, 701 E. Washington Ave., Madison | $20-$25 | These women from Toronto are making waves with their instrumental surf rock music.
Thursday, March 14
  • Julius Rodriguez | Thursday, March 14 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Memorial Union, 800 Langdon St., Madison | $10-$46 | The 25-year-old jazz pianist, who has played with Me’shell Ndegeocello and Brasstracks, brings his fresh sound to an intimate concert in the Play Circle.
Friday, March 15
  • Wisconsin Gagok Ensemble | Friday, March 15 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | Arts + Literature Laboratory, 111. S. Livingston St., Madison | $10-$15 | Come for an evening of Korean art songs based on springtime.
  • Up North Expo | Friday, March 15-Sunday, March 17 | Times vary | Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison | $0-$10 | Browse the showroom filled with everything from tents to rustic furniture to boats, and beyond.
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Top drawer looking sad? Time for a spring refresh.
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Bombas’ top spring products include the Lightweight No Show Sock + Garden Party Ankle Sock. | Photo by Bombas
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News Notes
Development
  • The 100 block of State Street could be transformed by a $40 million, 12-story housing and commercial project if JD McCormick Properties’ proposal gets off the ground. The proposal is in its early stages. (Wisconsin State Journal)
Plan Ahead
  • Music to our ears, Make Music Madison will return this summer. The free citywide day of music will take place on Friday, June 21. Local musicians will perform in venues all over the city, from restaurants to front porches. Apply to be one of them.
Sports
  • Two siblings from McFarland are on fire on the ice. Curlers Becca and Matt Hamilton captured their third mixed doubles national championship in Michigan. This is their second win in the past three years. (Wisconsin State Journal)
Biz
  • Have a small business or start-up in the technology field? The America’s Seed Fund 2024 Road Tour is coming to Madison on Thursday, July 18. The tour connects entrepreneurs working on advanced technology with early-stage funders. Registration is required.
Health
  • Have your voice heard on air quality. The Foundation for Black Women’s Wellness is hosting an air quality open house on Wednesday, March 13, from 6 to 7 p.m. at 6601 Grand Teton Plaza. Attendees will learn about, and provide feedback on, the city’s expanded air quality monitoring system.
Trivia
  • If you can string together a couple of hours for a road trip, head to the city hall in Highland to see the world record-holding 24,100-pound ball of twine. (Wisconsin Public Radio)
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Festival

💚 Go green

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Madison
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The 2024 St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns to Capitol Square this year. | Photo via St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee
Other cities must be green with envy. WalletHub lists Madison at No. 20 as one of the nation’s best cities for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.

There’s a wee bit of activity this weekend.

Saturday, March 16

Shamrock Shuffle | 7 a.m. | 600 block of State Street, Madison | $45 | Join thousands of dressed-up runners for a timed 10K or 5K race, all benefiting the Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County.

Sunday, March 17

St. Patty’s Drag Bingo | 1 p.m. | Hop Haus Brewing Company, 2975 Sub-Zero Pkwy., Fitchburg | $20 | Celebrate with the likes of Bianca Lynn Breeze, Lucinda Reer, and Maya Mink.

St. Patrick’s Day Parade | 1:30 p.m. | Capitol Square, Madison | Free | There will be plenty of green worn in a festive parade around the State Capitol.

All weekend

St. Patrick’s Weekend Celebration | Times vary | Erin’s Snug, 4601 American Parkway, Madison | Cost of purchase | Green beer, giveaways, and bagpiping makes for a fun weekend.
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Flower pots, solar lights, or lemon trees in QVC’s garden deals. “Love your garden” items are on sale until Thursday, March 28, meaning it’s the perfect time to start dreaming up this year’s outdoor spaces.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Jonathan
From the editor
I have a little Irish in me, but I’m nearly full-blown Scottish. I’m of the Duncan Clan. Perhaps I’ll wear my kilt at the next St. Andrew’s Society of Madison event.
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