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National Independent Venue Association
"Decimated" and seeking government help
As some small venues prepare for a phased reopening, several Madison clubs have joined a national effort to gain federal support as clubs like Liquid on the UW-Madison campus face uncertain futures due to the COVID-19 shutdown. Read more
What's New
Linda Falkenstein
Restaurant news
The ambitious Global Market food court is aiming for an early July open in the former Babies R Us at East Towne. Plus The Settle Down, Crave Donuts and Young Blood Beer are open. Read more
May 29, 2020
There will be a short quiz
Some area breweries are looking to their customers for answers as to how to reopen in a way that will keep everyone safe, at ease and happy. Read more
May 27, 2020
National Independent Venue Association
"Decimated" and seeking government help
As some small venues prepare for a phased reopening, several Madison clubs have joined a national effort to gain federal support as clubs like Liquid on the UW-Madison campus face uncertain futures due to the COVID-19 shutdown. Read more
May 27, 2020
Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club
Wait ‘til next year for Major League Baseball
The danger that the virus will come roaring back with a vengeance in the fall (if not earlier), just as the 1918 influenza pandemic did, should be on everyone’s mind. Read more
May 27, 2020
Isthmus Picks (May 28-June 4)
Live on King Stream, a virtual battle of the bands, and legendary novelist Salman Rushdie are just a few of this week’s Isthmus Picks. Read more
May 26, 2020
COVID-19: How local businesses can survive this difficult time
Many business owners have been severely and negatively affected by this pandemic, while many wonder when this virus’ impact will finally end. Fortunately, for business owners impacted by COVID-19, help looks to be on its way at last. Read more
May 25, 2020
Amy Stocklein
The nature of things
For many, the focus of recent months has been on surviving the moment. But the virus and resulting destruction have also created an opportunity for contemplating our damaged planet. Read more
May 25, 2020
Joanna Merrill
A beer, a bagel, a box of produce
Restaurants and breweries have added grocery items and fresh produce to their online menus for varying reasons, but mostly to help out customers and farmers. Read more
May 22, 2020
Dylan Brogan
Brave new world
Dane County and Madison is moving into phase one of its “Forward Dane” plan to reopen the economy on May 26. Read more
May 22, 2020
Can't mask your politics
It shouldn’t be surprising to anyone that reaction to the pandemic has now firmly divided along ideological and geographic lines. Read more
May 22, 2020
Joe Newton
Power players
Some things are never okay. Some things you should keep to yourself. And is it okay to hook up again? This week in Savage Love. Read more
May 21, 2020
Isthmus Events
We are watching the COVID-19 situation closely. Please check our social media and website for event updates.
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
POSTPONED: Isthmus Uncorked
Isthmus Uncorked is postponed indefinitely. Our hope is that in the coming months we will learn when we will be able to hang out together, and we can get a new date on the calendar. 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
Madison Burger Week
This citywide celebration on June 4-11 showcases the best burgers of Madison. Throughout the week you vote to crown Madison's Favorite Burger. Read more
Margarita & Taco Fest
On July 18, Isthmus is teaming up with Pasqual's Cantina to bring back the most delicious fest of the summer. Read more
Isthmus OktoBEERfest
Save the date for the sixth annual Isthmus OktoBEERfest! Join us at Breese Stevens Field on Sept. 26 for 60+ breweries pouring 250+ beers at this German-inspired fest. Read more
Trending
There will be a short quiz
Some area breweries are looking to their customers for answers as to how to reopen in a way that will keep everyone safe, at ease and happy. Read more
Opening...soonish
Open a new restaurant during the COVID-19 crisis? Sometimes there’s no other choice. Read more
A tale of two counties
On the Dane County side of the Wisconsin River, “Safer at Home” is still in place. On the Sauk County side, public health officials have only issued voluntary guidelines for businesses to follow. Read more
We’ll do it our way
If the Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down “Safer at Home,” Dane County might independently mandate measures to limit the spread of COVID-19. Read more
Open for takeout!
This is our ongoing list of area restaurants continuing to serve food and drink via takeout, delivery, and curbside pickup – and their various special procedures. We've just done a big tidy-up of the list and will continue to update! Read more
ONLINE: Steez
Majestic "Live on King Stream" webcast of 2013 concert: facebook.com/majesticmadison. Read more
May 29, 2020
8:00 PM
ONLINE: WYSO Music Makers
Livestream concert: facebook.com/wysomusicmakers. Read more
May 30, 2020
1:00 PM
ONLINE: Ryan Meisel & Susan Hofer
Cafe Coda livestream, via YouTube; for link, click through or visit: facebook.com/cafecodamadison. Read more
May 30, 2020
8:00 PM
POSTPONED: Star Monster, DJ Phox, D-Ski
Liquid livestream: twitch.tv/liquidmadison. Read more
May 30, 2020
8:00 PM
ONLINE: Overcoming COVID-19 and Future Pandemics: New Tools to Control Viral Threats
Morgridge Institute for Research panel discussion webinar. RSVP for link. Read more
Jun 2, 2020
4:00 PM
