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This 1950s-Themed Diner In Wisconsin Has Mouth-Watering Milkshakes That Are Absolutely To Die For
Walking into Monty’s Blue Plate Diner in Madison, Wisconsin, is like stepping back in time to an era when jukeboxes were the heart of every diner. This place is more than just a spot to grab a bite. It’s a journey into the 1950s with all the charm and...
Huge Wisconsin Toy Store in 100-Year-Old Barn Even ‘Big’ Kids Will Love
I've had a very specific recurring toy store dream since I was a child growing up in Madison, Wisconsin and I think I just found the place for it to play out in real life. When I first laid eyes on a photo of the big toy store, I felt a little twinge in my heart. I wondered if my 7-year-old daughter and 10-year-old son would walk into this place and start having the same recurring dream I'd been having for decades.
Letter | Proposed cuts threaten Goodman Pool
Dear Editor: In the summer of 2006, the Goodman Pool opened on the southeast side of Madison with support from a generous donation by Irwin and Robert Goodman. Built by Daniels Construction and supported today by John Hayes of Goodman Jewelers, the Goodman pool accommodates a large percentage of the Black community on the southeast side of Madison, offers scholarships to qualified families through MMSD, and swim lessons through MSCR. Home to the Goodman Waves, the pool hosted the 2023 All-City Swim Meet. The pool also promotes connectivity within the community. Imagine the joy of a young person seeing that their MMSD teacher is their instructor for swim classes. A fact that I am aware of from firsthand experience.
What to do in Madison this week: Jen Ruiz, Concerts on the Square and more Isthmus Picks
The three members of the band Daisychain. Daisychain, Monday, July 22, High Noon Saloon, 7:30 p.m.: Chicago’s Daisychain has emerged as a rock powerhouse in Chicago’s vibrant music scene. Daisychain’s dynamic soundscape harks back to the classic rock bands of the 1960s and ’70s and features harmonies from frontwomen Nickole Regala and Sophia Williams. Madison’s Heavy Looks have a guitar-heavy indie pop sound, and Raddish swerves from crunchy guitar rockers to seductive synthpop. Tickets at ticketmaster.com.
News 3 Now at Noon: July 22, 2024
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Madison Black Restaurant Week set for Aug. 11-17
Madison’s many Black-owned restaurants will be highlighted at the upcoming Madison Black Restaurant Week, which will take place Aug. 11-17. “In honor of August being Black Business Month, Madison Black Restaurant Week aims to amplify and celebrate the vital contributions of Black entrepreneurs, chefs, and restaurateurs to our vibrant local culinary scene,” the Madison Black Chamber of Commerce said in a press release announcing Madison Black Restaurant Week. “This week-long celebration provides an opportunity for the community to come together, show support, and explore a wide variety of authentic, mouth-watering cuisines crafted with passion and dedication.”
Brother Love Music Festival to raise funds for local school meal programs
BELLEVILLE, Wis. -- The Brother Love Music Festival announced Monday its sixth annual event will raise funds to benefit two Belleville-area school districts' evening and weekend meal programs for students in need.
This chef at large wants to give back to the service industry
Among the “million different places” local chef Kyle Kiepert has worked in the Madison service industry, cooking at Argus BarGrille was the first. Kiepert worked in tech and design for years before he came across a call for part-time help at the Argus and decided to give it a shot. After that gig, his culinary career is split into three phases. He says, “My friend Aaron [Millon, formerly of Boar & Barrel] taught me how to love the kitchen, Tommy [Gering, formerly of Casetta Kitchen and Counter] taught me how to really be in a kitchen, and Itaru [Nagano, of...
Alcohol sales for general seating to begin at Camp Randall Stadium this fall
MADISON, Wis. (WMDX) – People attending football games at Camp Randall Stadium will soon have more choices for beverages as they take in Badgers games. Wisconsin’s athletics department announced Monday that beginning with football’s season opener on Aug. 30, they will begin selling alcoholic beverages to people in general seating.
Willy Street Park celebrates 40 year anniversary
MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) -Willy Street Park celebrated 40 years since its creation. The park was created 40 years ago when a fast-food restaurant wanted to build on the Willy Street plot of land. Community members came together to stop the construction and save the charm of the street, instead building a small park for all to enjoy.
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