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Linda Falkenstein
One step back
Restaurants and bars change with the changing rules. State Street Brats is temporarily closed, Dexter’s opens for takeout and Gib’s is in limbo. Read more
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M.O.D Media Productions
Make it rain with the 1s and 0s
Help out local artists by buying some music online. Here's a few more recent releases to get you started. Read more
Jul 3, 2020
Linda Falkenstein
One step back
Restaurants and bars change with the changing rules. State Street Brats is temporarily closed, Dexter’s opens for takeout and Gib’s is in limbo. Read more
Jul 2, 2020
Joe Newton
Kinked gays
Laying your kink cards on the table is good advice. But what happens next? More good advice this week in Savage Love. Read more
Jul 2, 2020
Next steps for Overture
Overture is predicting a $7 million budget shortfall this year even with severe staffing cuts. Read more
Jul 1, 2020
Isthmus Picks (July 2-9)
Outdoor shows by Jack o'the Dust and John Duggleby; the return of Madison Burger Week; and the finale of the Music Makes a Difference virtual band battle are only a few of this week’s Isthmus Picks. Read more
Jul 1, 2020
Greg Jeschke
A tale of two branches
While researching his family tree, the Rev. Dr. Alex Gee meets some of his white relatives, learning how the rape of his great-great-great-grandmother resulted in two families separated by race and opportunity in Mississippi. Read more
Jun 27, 2020
Eating alone
Senior meal sites are closed and will not be back soon. How are senior centers providing meals and a little companionship to the elderly? Read more
Jun 26, 2020
Joseph V. Labolito/Temple University Photography
Monumental idea
Even before the recent toppling of statues in Madison and around the country, Madison native Isaac Scott had a bold idea: Replace “Wisconsin” on the state Capitol dome with his clay sculpture of his sister, a Black woman Read more
Jun 25, 2020
A new way of storytelling
It’s a fun way to visit old friends in an era of distance: Watch the video version of "As You Like It" by American Players Theatre. Read more
Jun 25, 2020
John Frautschy
No fall season for Overture
Overture leaders frame the news as a “preservation plan” — with the hope to resume holiday programming in December, and a regular slate of plays, concerts, dance and visual arts offerings in 2021. Read more
Jun 25, 2020
Dylan Brogan
Statues toppled, senator punched
Staff writer Dylan Brogan witnessed State Sen. Tim Carpenter (D-Milwaukee) being attacked by protesters because the legislator was taking a photo of the crowd. Demonstrators have also become increasingly intolerant of the media. Read more
Jun 24, 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
Trending
Pristine is overrated
The need for affordable housing versus the need to preserve wetlands come head to head in the Oscar Mayer Strategic Area Plan. Is a proposed greenspace of 14 acres enough? Read more
Reserve a seat at the Terrace?
Can you be cool at the Union in 2020? Yes, but you need a reservation. Plus, picnics at Breese Stevens and more re-openings. Read more
"Less lethal" but still controversial
Campus Ald. Max Prestigiacomo wants to “demilitarize” the Madison police. He plans to start with blocking a $50,000 budget reallocation request to equip every squad car with a projectile launcher or shotgun capable of firing bean bags rounds. Read more
Black fatherhood, police, war and the new Spike Lee joint
Just in time for Father’s Day: a Zoom chat with Kevin Willmott I, three-time collaborator with Spike Lee, and his son, Kevin Willmott II, Madison artist, activist and new father. 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
Madison Burger Week
Isthmus event, at participating restaurants, 7/6-19; a portion of proceeds donated to River Food Pantry. Locations: madburgerweek.com. Read more
Jul 6, 2020Jul 19, 2020
ONLINE: Bookmarks
"Badger Talks" lecture by Wisconsin Public Radio producer Charles Monroe-Kane: facebook.com/uwconnects. Read more
Jul 7, 2020
12:00 PM
ONLINE: Governor's Task Force on Climate Change
Virtual listening sessions, via Zoom: 6 pm on 6/23, 7/7, 9 & 15 and noon, 6/27. RSVP for link. Read more
Jul 7, 2020
6:00 PM
ONLINE: Wisconsin's Secret Waterfall
River Alliance of Wisconsin premiere of short film about Breakwater Falls, plus Q&A. Read more
Jul 9, 2020
12:30 PM
