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Wisconsin nice versus mean
“We’ve gotten away from who we are and the values that make Wisconsin great,” Gov. Tony Evers declared in his inaugural address. Read more
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Tell All: Creative person in an uncreative job
I value my wonderful daughter and loving marriage, but find it frustrating that I don’t have the time or energy to do art. Read more
Jan 21, 2019
Dylan Brogan
Sculpt a pretty picture
A new metal sculpture has been installed at the top of State Street. It’s the latest placemaking effort to activate the space. The city insists it wasn’t installed to prevent homeless people from sitting. Read more
Jan 18, 2019
Arts take center stage at mayoral forum
Five of Madison’s mayoral candidates met Wednesday night for a public forum on how the city can better support a vibrant arts scene. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
James Gill
The beer that made New Glarus famous
New Glarus Brewery is celebrating 25 years in business. Though it sells only within Wisconsin, it’s the state’s largest craft brewery and the 16th largest craft brewery in the country. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Blood sport
Environmentalists and animal rights activists are trying to draw attention to coyote-killing contests, including one being held this weekend in Sauk City. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Domestic revolution
Don’t expect fireworks in “On the Basis of Sex,” the biopic about the early life of US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. But the film’s portrayal of Ginsburg’s balanced relationship with her husband, Marty, is worth the price of admission. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Beth Skogen
Dogs on the road
Catherine Capellaro spends time with Sammy, a friendly poodle mix touring the country with the musical “Finding Neverland,” and his understudy, Lexie. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Literary finale
Madison author Sam Savage is currently in hospice, but a Minneapolis publisher has released the late-career author’s “final collection,” titled “An Orphanage of Dreams.” Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Chris Lotten
All grown up
Weaving together elements of doom, post-punk, glam and psych-rock, longtime Madison band Vanishing Kids continues to evolve and create after nearly 20 years. Their album, “Heavy Dreamer,” is their most ambitious — and most meaningful — project yet. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Nook
Dinner party
Experimental and intimate, Nook brings creative, chef-driven fine dining to Madison’s east side. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Tangent brewpub to open soon on East Wash
More development on East Wash means more places to eat and drink. Tangent, the new brewpub from the Vintage folks, is set to open Jan. 23. But wait, there’s more. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Music Appreciation 101
Madison Symphony Orchestra explores the life and work of Felix Mendelssohn in a special “Beyond the Score” production featuring actors from American Players Theatre. Read more
Jan 17, 2019
Isthmus Events
Isthmus Live Session: Dead Horses
On Friday, Jan. 25, Dead Horses will perform an intimate Isthmus Live Session at the Isthmus office at 3 pm. Space is limited. Register now for a spot to attend. Read more
Giles Clement
SOLD OUT: Isthmus Live Session: The Devil Makes Three
On Thursday, Jan. 31, The Devil Makes Three will perform an intimate Isthmus Live Session at the Isthmus office at noon. This event is sold out. Read more
Isthmus Uncorked
The 2nd annual Isthmus Uncorked will be held at McPike Park on Saturday, May 18. Tickets include sampling from many local, regional and national wineries. Read more
Isthmus Paddle and Portage 2019
Isthmus presents Madison’s favorite lake-to-land-to-lake race, now in its 40th year! Join us Saturday, June 15 at James Madison Park. Read more
Margarita and Taco Fest
Isthmus and Pasqual's Cantina bring you Margarita and Taco Fest, an outdoor festival that allows you to sample the best margaritas and tacos Madison has to offer on Saturday, July 20. Read more
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Blood sport
Environmentalists and animal rights activists are trying to draw attention to coyote-killing contests, including one being held this weekend in Sauk City. Read more
The beer that made New Glarus famous
New Glarus Brewery is celebrating 25 years in business. Though it sells only within Wisconsin, it’s the state’s largest craft brewery and the 16th largest craft brewery in the country. Read more
Tangent brewpub to open soon on East Wash
More development on East Wash means more places to eat and drink. Tangent, the new brewpub from the Vintage folks, is set to open Jan. 23. But wait, there’s more. Read more
Wisconsin nice versus mean
“We’ve gotten away from who we are and the values that make Wisconsin great,” Gov. Tony Evers declared in his inaugural address. Read more
Dinner party
Experimental and intimate, Nook brings creative, chef-driven fine dining to Madison’s east side. Read more
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Events
Free community dinner, 4:30-7 pm, 1/18, UW Gordon Dining & Event Center; State observance, noon, 1/21, Capitol Rotunda; UW celebration, 1 pm, 1/21, Memorial Union; City-county observance, 5 pm, Overture Center. Click through for more info. Read more
Jan 21, 2019
1:00 PM
The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Events
Free community dinner, 4:30-7 pm, 1/18, UW Gordon Dining & Event Center; State observance, noon, 1/21, Capitol Rotunda; UW celebration, 1 pm, 1/21, Memorial Union; City-county observance, 5 pm, Overture Center. Click through for more info. Read more
Jan 21, 2019
5:00 PM
Leslie Jamison
Discussing "The Recovering: Intoxication and its Aftermath," new book. Read more
Jan 23, 2019
7:00 PM
Heisenberg
Forward Theater Company: A kiss changes two lives, 1/17-2/3, Overture Center-Playhouse, at 7:30 pm Wednesdays-Saturdays and 2 pm Sundays, plus 2 pm on 1/26 & 2/2. $47-$20. Read more
Jan 23, 2019
7:30 PM
A Serpent's Tooth: A King Lear Musical
Are We Delicious? adaptation, 7:30 pm on 1/24-26, 30-31 & 2/1-2 and 4 pm, 1/27, Bartell Theatre-Drury Stage. $25. Read more
Jan 24, 2019
7:30 PM
