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Carolyn Fath Ashby
Around the world in eight restaurants
Many of the world’s flavors exist right here in Madison. It’s possible to take a global culinary tour within the city limits. Read more
What's New
The Bill McClain Collection of Chicago Imagism, Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.
Isthmus Picks (Aug. 6-13)
MMoCA's galleries reopen (and the museum's Rooftop Cinema series returns), plus virtual talks by authors John Galligan and Melissa Faliveno...that's only a few of this week’s Isthmus Picks. Read more
Aug 5, 2020
Unmasking a Republican dilemma
Now that Gov. Tony Evers has issued a mask mandate — something he should have done weeks ago — Republicans must decide between their extremist base and suburban women. Read more
Aug 4, 2020
Carolyn Fath Ashby
Around the world in eight restaurants
Many of the world’s flavors exist right here in Madison. It’s possible to take a global culinary tour within the city limits. Read more
Aug 4, 2020
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A triple threat
Congress’ failure to extend a pandemic-related moratorium could place more than 29 million Americans at risk of homelessness by the end of the year. Read more
Aug 3, 2020
Vinyl Cave: A piece of 1970s Wisconsin musical history, continued
Whatever the story is with these oddly-covered 1970s albums, they are all musically worthwhile. Here's mini-reviews of another four titles. Read more
Aug 2, 2020
Vinyl Cave: A piece of 1970s Wisconsin musical history
Whatever the story is with these oddly-covered 1970s albums, they are all musically worthwhile. Read more
Aug 1, 2020
Linda Falkenstein.
Claim a spot
The patio at Garver is open for food and drink service; Calliope is back; and new Streatery patios continue to open. Plus, the Madison Public Market is asking for the community’s support. Read more
Jul 30, 2020
Joe Newton
Friends in deed
How to flirt with co-workers during COVID-19, with added complications: he’s straight, she’s gay, and she’s into him. Plus other safety kink for pandemic players, this week in Savage Love. Read more
Jul 30, 2020
Isthmus Picks (July 30-Aug. 6)
New walk-up hours at the Saturday Dane County Farmers' Market, a virtual exhibit at PhotoMidwest, and a Cafe Coda livestream concert by percussion legends are only a few of this week’s Isthmus Picks. Read more
Jul 29, 2020
Institutional racism makes everything worse
Ald. Rebecca Kemble defends her vote to delay a State Street recovery proposal. Read more
Jul 28, 2020
Overlooked, but not forgotten
Madison’s citywide historic preservation plan has been approved, and it contains for the first time a focus on underrepresented communities — of color, First Nations, women and LGBTQ. What happened in East Johnson Street’s Upshift? Read more
Jul 28, 2020
The city council makes everything worse
If you thought that your city government trying to do something to help struggling, mostly locally owned, small business owners on Madison’s most iconic street was a no-brainer, well, you’re not one of 14 members on the city council. Read more
Jul 27, 2020
Isthmus Events
We are watching the COVID-19 situation closely. Please check our social media and website for event updates.
Madison Burger Week
This citywide celebration on July 6-19 showcases the best burgers of Madison. Throughout the week you vote to crown Madison's Favorite Burger. Read more
CANCELED: Margarita & Taco Fest
Due to COVID-19, we have canceled this event. We hope to see you when we can gather together again. Read more
Todd Hubler
POSTPONED: Madison Craft Beer Week
Madison Craft Beer Week is postponed indefinitely. We look forward to getting a new date on the calendar when we can support Madison’s strong craft beer community – together. Read more
CANCELED: Isthmus Uncorked
Due to COVID-19, we have canceled this event. We hope to see you when we can gather together again. Anyone who purchased a ticket will be refunded. Read more
CANCELED: Isthmus Paddle & Portage
This year’s Paddle & Portage is canceled. This would have been the event’s 41st consecutive year. We thank everyone for their participation and support, past and present. Read more
CANCELED: Isthmus OktoBEERfest
Due to COVID-19, we have canceled this event. We hope to see you when we can gather together again. Read more
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Overlooked, but not forgotten
Madison’s citywide historic preservation plan has been approved, and it contains for the first time a focus on underrepresented communities — of color, First Nations, women and LGBTQ. What happened in East Johnson Street’s Upshift? Read more
Institutional racism makes everything worse
Ald. Rebecca Kemble defends her vote to delay a State Street recovery proposal. Read more
The city council makes everything worse
If you thought that your city government trying to do something to help struggling, mostly locally owned, small business owners on Madison’s most iconic street was a no-brainer, well, you’re not one of 14 members on the city council. Read more
Claim a spot
The patio at Garver is open for food and drink service; Calliope is back; and new Streatery patios continue to open. Plus, the Madison Public Market is asking for the community’s support. Read more
"Fire Matt Kenny"
City leaders say they are listening to the demands of protesters, who, among other things, want the officer who killed Tony Robinson booted from the force. But Chief Vic Wahl says “there is no basis under state law” for any disciplinary action. Read more
ONLINE: Learn to Weave at Home
"Badger Talks" lecture by Marianne Fairbanks: facebook.com/uwconnects. Read more
Aug 5, 2020
12:00 PM
ONLINE: Karen Dionne
Mystery to Me livestream, discussing "The Wicked Sister," new novel. RSVP for link. Read more
Aug 5, 2020
6:00 PM
Uncommon Accumulation: The Mark and Judy Bednar Collection of Chicago Imagism
Through 10/11, Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. Read more
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