• Dane County Fair | Saturday, July 20-Sunday, July 21 | 8 a.m.-8 p.m. | Alliant Energy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison | $8-$35 | Snag discounted tickets online for this annual, family-friendly event dating back to 1851 — expect classic fair bites, carnival rides, free concerts, local youth exhibits, and more.*
• Tom Innis | Saturday, July 20 | 5-8 p.m. | Delta Beer Lab, 167 E. Badger Rd., Madison | Free | This acoustic guitarist is known for his takes on rock, blues, and Americana classics.
• Fun Intended Pun Slam | Saturday, July 20 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Madison’s, 119 King St., Madison | $6-$50 | Bring your sharpest puns, acronyms, idioms, and humor to the table — eight audience members will be chosen to battle it out in this fun war of words.

• All Levels Yoga with Ali | Monday, July 22 | 5-6 p.m. | Goodman Community Center, 214 Waubesa St., Madison | $5 | Take mat-ters into your own hands and start your week with some gentle yoga at this drop-in class.
• Ice Cream + Wine Pairing | Wednesday, July 24 | 6 p.m. | Grape Water Wine Bar, 7466 Hubbard Ave., Middleton | $40 | I scream, you scream, we all scream... for ice cream samples paired expertly with wine.
• 2024 Disability Pride Festival | Saturday, July 27 | 12-5 p.m. | Warner Park, 2930 N. Sherman Ave., Madison | Free | Join this festival featuring artists, activists, and friends celebrating their authentic selves.
• Maren Morris | Saturday, July 27 | 8 p.m. | The Sylvee, 25 S. Livingston St., Madison | $45-$300 | The award-winning country artist performs her “RSVP Redux Tour” — $1 from every ticket will go to LGBTQ+ organizations serving youth in their communities.

• The Borough Kitchen and Cocktails | Buy one beer, get one free at this neighborhood hangout.
• Garth’s Brew Bar | Partake in a BOGO beer slushy deal at this beloved local beer bar.
• State Line Distillery | Enjoy $2 off classic and spirit-free cocktails at Madison’s first grain-to-glass distillery.
• Nitro Beverage Lounge | Take $2 off any cocktail on the menu.
• Bierock | Sip on the exclusive El Durano signature cocktail during Drink Up Week.
• Forward Craft & Coffee | Snag a $10 beer flight featuring four 5-ounce pours of your choice.
• Herbiery Taproom | Toast to 25% off any one beer.

• Downtown Madison may be tiny, but local business owners are hoping to make it mighty. The city is partnering with Main Street Alabama — a nonprofit dedicated to the revitalization of downtown areas — to potentially bring events, foot traffic, and apartments to our own downtown. (WAFF)

• Beginning in September, a $177 million project near UW Hospital’s emergency room will add 48 beds + 29 emergency department rooms to the facility. Meanwhile, a $133 million project at East Madison Hospital will add six operating rooms and 60 post-surgery bays by summer 2026. (In Business)

• Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway spoke at the USDOT Transportation and Climate Symposium about Madison’s ongoing efforts to reduce climate pollution. The mayor touched on our city’s goal of achieving 100% renewable energy for city operations, electric bikeshare, and Madison’s upcoming all-electric bus rapid transit line.

• Downtown sushi spot RED is expanding with a 5,000-sqft lounge across from its existing space. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurants and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website. (Wisconsin State Journal)

• Badgers fans, pull up a chair. UW says new premium seats are coming to the renovated Kohl Center later this year. Fans can expect wider, padded season seats near the floor starting at $6,000 for men’s basketball and $1,750 for men’s hockey, plus access to a new club space.

• Madison Pediatric Dental & Orthodontics has moved into a shiny, new 22,000-sqft building at 220 W. Broadway in Monona. The practice will host a grand opening celebration open to the community on Wednesday, July 24, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. featuring face painting, a bounce house, and snow cones. (HNGNews.com)

• Hungry? Summer Restaurant Week returns tomorrow through Friday, July 26, with 35 participating Madison restaurants offering three-course, prix fixe menus starting at $30. We spy spots like Craftsman Table & Tap, La Pollera Colombiana, Sushi Lover, Heritage Tavern, and Steenbock’s on Orchard on the dining list. (Madison Magazine)

• A party with a purpose. The Brother Love Music Festival is tomorrow, July 21, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Belleville Library Park. All proceeds will support local school meal programs that provide food during the week and on weekends to kids in need. Get tickets.

• Tomorrow is National Ice Cream Day and according to the goods delivery service GoPuff, Madison orders a lot of ice cream. The company says 30% of its orders in our city contain ice cream — likely pints of Ben & Jerry’s Half Baked.

• At 608today, we love that we get to make the whole city of Madison our office. If you’re looking for your next dream job, check out our guide to top employers and industries, or explore more places to work.

• It takes a village, as they say. As proud Madisonians, we’re inspired by the contributions of our most tenured community members. Please join us in celebrating the legacies of those who have recently died. (Wisconsin State Journal)

• You’re invited to celebrate the Aldo Leopold Nature Center’s 30th birthday, happening on Sunday, July 21 (11 a.m.-3 p.m.). This family-friendly celebration will feature nature activities, live music, food carts, community building, and more — adventure awaits at ALNC.*

• Being in the newsletter biz, we read a lot of emails. One we especially enjoy: The Daily Upside. It’s all about the latest stock market news, with no bull, so you can be smarter about your investments. Give it a try (for free).*

• If your Saturday consists of mowing the lawn, deep-cleaning the patio, or heading to Home Depot, here’s one more responsible task to add to your to-do list: Move your credit card debt. This card offers 0% interest on a balance transfer until nearly 2026, plus 2% cash back on purchases.*

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