Forget tailgates, parking lots are for choir practice
Wisconsin Chamber Choir members sing through wireless handheld microphones, their voices are digitally mixed and then can be heard via radio transmitter in the singers' individual vehicles.
Kristin Schmidt found her way to art therapy after facing her own traumas
Many therapists discover their profession after seeing its benefits firsthand. Art therapist Kristin Schmidt is no different, and her personal experiences make a strong case for a discipline that’s become her career.
Grounding and calming kids affected by COVID-19
Teachers and organizations like Gio’s Garden in Middleton have had to step up in recent months while facing barriers to providing care and instruction.
Creating downtown murals highlighted Brooklyn Doby’s talents and her new profession
Doby was one of the artists chosen to turn State Street’s sea of plywood into murals that made both artistic and social statements.
Make sustainable swaps at Green Life Trading Co.
When owner Sasha Stone decided to open Green Life Trading Co. on Williamson Street, she aimed to make ethical and sustainable products easy to use.
NAMI Healing Art Show showcases work from artists affected by mental illness
14th annual exhibit at Lakeside St. Coffee House ends Saturday, Oct. 31.
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After 42 years in the hotel biz, it’s check-out time for Scott Faulkner
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Local short film 'One Foot In' wraps up shooting, raises over $54,000
Staring two APT actors, the film features ornate language and beautiful Wisconsin scenery.
Buck & Honey's to open third location in Waunakee
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It's time for a Madison area staycation
Whether you’ve lived in the Madison area your entire life or just a year, there is plenty to be discovered during a staycation.
Have a good night's stay at a Madison hotel
While the coronavirus may have nixed international and some cross-state travel, Madison’s boutique hotel scene offers a few prime options for a close-to-home escape.
10 restaurants worth the trip (even if it’s for carryout)
Take the drive to explore charming nearby towns and the great dining experiences they have to offer.
5 ways to bring a vacation experience home
The safest thing to do is stay home and self-isolate, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a staycation. Here are five ways to make time off at home feel like a getaway.
Venture out to the ’burbs
While staying close to home, consider going on an adventure and get to know one of Madison’s nearby towns.
5 B&Bs providing quality R&R
For a quiet and quaint stay, book a night at an area bed-and-breakfast.
See another side of the city in distinct neighborhoods
There’s much to be explored, even by a local on all sides of town. Consider a stay at one of these hotels in three distinct Madison neighborhoods.
Before you book a stay, research appropriate safety precautions
Traveling anywhere, even to a local hotel, poses a risk to your safety and the health of your loved ones.
Reserve a bubble for your ‘bubble’ at Nineteen09
Not quite ready to hit the bars? Grab your pals and head to Cross Plains for a wine-filled evening.
'Nacho' average spots for loaded chips and cheese
This International Day of the Nacho, stuff your face at these spots across town.
Madison restaurant to transform into the Krusty Krab for Halloween
This year, in homage to SpongeBob SquarePants, Bierock will turn into the Krusty Krab for one night only.
Meet Angelica Contreras, a social justice-oriented mixed media artist
While painting life-size mascots is fun, Contreras prefers to dig into her own history and role in the world to curate her meaningful pieces.
On a motorcycle at 17,000 feet in the Himalayas
Alec Loftus grew up in Sun Prairie, moving at age 12 to Oslo when his dad, former Wisconsin Assembly Speaker Tom Loftus, was named U.S. Ambassador to Norway. “I think it planted the seed for what I’m doing now,” Loftus says. “I got the travel bug.”
Scare yourself silly with these haunted house alternatives
Cemeteries, sports stadiums and … a car wash? Get scared out of your pants from a safe distance at these alternative Halloween events.
PHOTOS: 14 places to celebrate National Cheese Curd Day in Madison
Cheese curds are a Wisconsin staple. Check out these spots serving up their own tasty versions.
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