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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
What's New
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
Illustration by James Heimer for Madison Magazine
No Questions Asked
Top health officials agree that needle exchanges have proven an effective public health initiative by reducing the spread of dangerous blood-borne diseases among intravenous drug users. A special report in collaboration with Madison Magazine. Read more
May 21, 2020
Linda Falkenstein
"Hanging in there"
Madison’s largest independent venue, The Barrymore Theatre, is hanging on through the live concert shutdown. The venue’s general manager hopes the Supreme Court’s recent decision won’t delay a safe reopening. Read more
May 20, 2020
Phil Ejercito
Watch out for the underdogs
The underlying concern about my not listing all the candidates in the SD 26 race in a previous blog post is legitimate. I also should have remembered what it feels like to be perceived as a second-tier candidate. Read more
May 20, 2020
Opening...soonish
Open a new restaurant during the COVID-19 crisis? Sometimes there’s no other choice. Read more
May 19, 2020
Isthmus Picks (May 21-28)
The drive-in is open at Duck Pond, dynamic duos at Cafe Coda, and more. Read more
May 19, 2020
Sign me up!
Curbside pickup appointments at Madison Public Library are going fast. What’s next? CSA-style book requests, drop boxes opening, and more scenario planning. Read more
May 18, 2020
Hollis King
Ben Sidran remembers a music industry legend
Sidran is the perfect person to reflect on the life of Tommy LiPuma, who died at age 80 in 2017. A new biography from Nardis Books is a fitting, heartfelt tribute, and a fascinating window into a bygone recording industry era. Read more
May 18, 2020
Madison College Meeting the Challenges of COVID-19
Madison College remains closed in the wake of COVID-19, but it is still offering plenty of new learning opportunities. Sponsored by Madison College. Read more
May 18, 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
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Watch out for the underdogs
The underlying concern about my not listing all the candidates in the SD 26 race in a previous blog post is legitimate. I also should have remembered what it feels like to be perceived as a second-tier candidate. 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: Carol Anderson
Discussing "One Person, No Vote: How Voter Suppression is Destroying Our Democracy," young adult edition (Wisconsin Book Festival). Free. Read more
May 26, 2020
11:00 AM
The Sandlot
Drive-in style screening. $40/vehicle. Guidelines/tickets: mallardsbaseball.com. Customer service during screenings: 608-561-4229. Read more
May 26, 2020
6:00 PM
ONLINE: Slay the Dragon
Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition offers free streaming of documentary on gerrymandering, 5/24-30 (RSVP: bit.ly/SlayDragonWI); livestream panel discussion, 4 pm, 5/30 (facebook.com/events/264432021377045). Read more
May 24, 2020May 30, 2020
Girls on the Run Virtual 5K
Girls on the Run of South Central Wisconsin fundraiser, anytime 5/23-25. Free/donations. Read more
May 23, 2020May 25, 2020
ONLINE: Carol Anderson
Discussing "One Person, No Vote: How Voter Suppression is Destroying Our Democracy," with Rep. Barbara Lee (Wisconsin Book Festival). Free. Read more
May 28, 2020
9:00 PM
