April 30, 2024

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72º | 7% chance of rain | Sunrise 5:51 a.m. | Sunset 7:58 p.m.

🍷 Stop and smell the rosé this summer

You can find Table Wine in the Atwood neighborhood. | Photo by Table Wine

It’s no secret that Madisonians enjoy a refreshing beverage (or two), especially in the summer. We talked to Molly Moran of Table Wine about which of her favorite wines she’d pair with some of Madison’s most popular summer foods and events.

Note: We’ve linked to the wines currently available on Table Wine’s website. If you want to learn more about the unlinked wines and beyond, email Molly.

🗓️ Events

Concerts on the Square | Wednesdays, June 26-July 31
“Le Naturel Zero Zero, because non-alcoholic wine can be delicious and food-friendly (great for a weeknight concert).”

A boat day
“French Pool Tote Rosé, it comes in an easy-to-carry bag that you can sip from all day long.” Think: A Capri Sun, but better.

Opera in the Park | Saturday, July 20
“Le Vigne de Alice Brut Nature Prosecco, for a touch of sophistication and joy.”

Sporting event tailgate | Think: Mallards, Brewers, Night Mares
“Where’s Linus? Light Orange Can, so you can have something low ABV that’s so crushable.”

A lakeside picnic
“Meinklang Burgenland White, it has a screw cap and tastes like summer.”

A tasting flight of wine including four glasses -- two red, two white — Can’t decide on which wine sounds best? Try a tasting flight. | Photo by Table Wine

🍴Food

Ian’s mac and cheese pizza
“Anything bone dry and bubbly, like Mercat Brut Nature Cava.”

Cheese curds
“Fried? Avinyo Petillant to freshen up your palate. Fresh? A fresh, fruity red like Joel Delaunay Gamay.”

Stella’s spicy cheese bread — a farmers’ market staple
“Olivares Rosado or any soft, fruity rosé.”

Babcock’s orange custard chocolate chip ice cream
“A little glass of Cesar Florido Moscatel Especial sherry would knock it out of the park.”

Brats
“South American reds are made for grilled meats, and La Playa Carmenere would be super tasty.”

📍 Table Wine

Molly Moran opened Table Wine in 2015 at 2301 Atwood Ave. intending to offer Madisonians a place to peruse thoughtfully curated, budget-friendly, and exciting wines. The cozy wine bar offers a wide variety of vino available for purchase as well as private tastings and public events.

Events

Tuesday, April 30

Amor Towles | Tuesday, April 30 | 7-8 p.m. | Orpheum Theatre, 216 State St., Madison | Free | Come for a special evening at the Orpheum with the bestselling author of “A Gentleman in Moscow” and “The Lincoln Highway.”
The Destruction of Troy | Tuesday, April 30 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Arts + Literature Laboratory, 111. S. Livingston St., Madison | Free | Watch a production about the Trojan War by the Falconbridge Players.

Wednesday, May 1

May Day Pizza and Music Benefit | Wednesday, May 1 | 4-8 p.m. | Giant Jones Brewing, 931 E. Main St., Entrance on Brearly, Madison | $10 suggested donation | Support the Middle East Children’s Alliance with a special night that includes pizza, music, and craft beer.
MarchFourth | Wednesday, May 1 | 7:30 p.m. | Majestic Theatre, 115 King St., Madison | $20-$45 | One can’t help tap one’s toes listening to this effervescent NOLA-style street band.

Thursday, May 2

Downtown Wine Walk | Thursday, May 2 | 5-8:30 p.m. | Various locations, Sun Prairie | $40 | Get dolled up for this Barbie-themed wine stroll through downtown Sun Prairie as local businesses offer their wares, and wine.
The Birds & the BS | Thursday, May 2 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Crucible, 3116 Commercial Ave, Madison | $5-$15 | Come for a rollicking evening that’s part stand up, part live podcast, and part sex ed talk.

Friday, May 3

Hot Flash: An Early Dance Party | Friday, May 3 | 7-9:30 p.m. | The Cardinal Bar, 418 E. Wilson St., Madison | Cost of purchase | You’re not getting any younger but you’re still young at heart, so come dance and still be home by bedtime.

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News Notes

Civic

The city wants your thoughts on Madison’s $27 million budget deficit. A series of community meetings are scheduled to discuss the city’s financial future for 2025. The first takes place tomorrow, May 1, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at John F. Kennedy Elementary School. (Wisconsin State Journal)

Eat

Ben Roberts, owner of Pasqual’s Cantina, is opening a taco sports bar on Monroe Street in early May. Taberna Tacos & Tequila, at 1925 Monroe St., will sell three styles of tacos and various libations. (In Business)

Open

Every B**ch Needs a Scrunchie is now open at 626 Langdon St. Owned by Kenzie Beam, the new shop sells, you guessed it, scrunchies. Home goods, coffee drinks, and baked goods are also offered.

Festival

Food for thought. Have you been to Taste of Madison? If so, festival organizers are asking that you fill out a survey to improve the experience for attendees. Possible prizes for survey completion include food vouchers, swag, and a Kwik Trip gift card.

Number

$11 million. That’s the estimated impact of the recent Midwest Horse Fair that occurred at the Alliant Energy Center. The event had record-setting attendance for the weekend at 60,000 attendees. (In Business)

Community

Four teams have been selected for the Madison Public Library’s Library Takeover program, where community members are given space, time, and resources to create library-hosted events. Coming events include “Mindful Day the Indian Way” and “Full Circle Food Usage.”

Travel

🚉 Things are about to get rail

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An Amtrak station might be fully operational in Madison by 2031. | Photo by 608today

Things are on track for Amtrak rail service to Madison, and the city wants your feedback to help decide where the train station will be located.

There is a virtual information session tonight at 6 p.m. to discuss the locations being considered.

What we know

There is a planned extension of Amtrak’s Hiawatha Service, linking Madison to Milwaukee and Chicago. The hope is that the new Madison station will be operational by 2031.

What is being considered

Earlier this year, the city explored six corridors. That list has been honed down to three:

Downtown/Isthmus
First Street (near the coming Madison Public Market)
Oscar Mayer plant

The proposed 3,200-sqft train station will reside on one of eight potential sites:

Aberg Avenue
Baldwin Street
Blair Street
Commercial Avenue
First Street
Johnson Street
Livingston Street
Monona Terrace

If you can’t attend tonight’s meeting you can contact the Office of the Common Council with your thoughts.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Jonathan

From the editor

I love traveling these United States, so it’s exciting that passenger train travel is finally getting an infusion of money and ideas.

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