Sam Jones, Author at Channel3000.com

What to do in Madison this April

Avoid April showers with these fun virtual and in-person events.

Get out and about with the family, or if those April showers decide to show their face, hop online for these events.

Local woman to compete on American Ninja Warrior

When Yari Azpeitia-Breunig started ninja training, she never anticipated her hard work would land her on TV.

Hone serves elevated, international cuisine on East Johnson

After traveling the world with the Air Force, Michael Parks took the leap to open his own restaurant.

Defined as “to sharpen,” Michael Parks and his staff at Hone are constantly evolving and fine-tuning their culinary craft.

Colorful LunArt banner graphic that says "Youth Art Celebration" with four illustrated kids, arms up in the air

Youth Art Celebration highlights art created by young women

LunART's online exhibition premiers Sunday, March 21 and showcases the work of more than 50 girls.

Art by more than 50 young women will be on display at the Youth Art Celebration, premiering online on Sunday, March 21.

Three watercolors with one saying Give it a try and the other are two flowers

37 ways to learn something new in Madison

Try out one of these ideas for things to create, grow, make and do for fun.

Find inspiration in this list of local workshops, courses and other fun activities.

How to seek your soul map

Could tarot cards help you tap into a higher self?

Cooking classes and other food events this week

7 Madison businesses that will help you learn how to cook

Participate in virtual or in-person tutorials (with limited capacities) hosted by these local businesses.

Three members of the self-described "sad lesbian music" making band Kat & The Hurricane stand against a backdrop.

Meet local band Kat and the Hurricane

It's been a long year without live performances, but this trio is finding its way back to the stage.

After a long year without live performances, local band Kat and the Hurricane is finding their way back to the stage.

Raine Stern holding a guitar on The Voice

Raine Stern just might have 'The Voice'

Madison’s own woman-of-all-trades lands a spot on Team Jonas

A musician through-and-through, Raine Stern recently earned a coveted spot on Nick Jonas’s team on the hit TV show, “The Voice.”

Our oatmeal-obsessed intern tracked down local options for the morning meal

You could fire up the boiling water and reach for the Quaker container … but why not splurge a little?

I’ll go against the grain and just say it: Oatmeal is a superior all-day, all-season food.

Moisturizing products to rejuvenate winter skin

Leave dry season behind with nourishing local skincare finds.

Treat your poor, parched skin with local lotions, butters, soaps and salves made and sold right here in the Madison area.

What to do in Madison this March

Music, art and outdoor happenings (and even a few informational ones)

Music events, art displays, informational lectures and outdoor happenings taking place in Madison this month.

Winter Warmer drink lineup from Ice House

Five hot cocktails to keep your spirits high and cheeks rosy

Stay warm while waiting for spring with these local hot drinks.

It’s been a long, cold winter, in more ways than one. Raise one of these steaming, boozy mugs and drink to your good cheer.

Mo Cheeks is baking for justice

A former Madison Common Council member’s quarantine hobby rises to a higher cause.

What to do in Madison this February

Socially distanced or virtual events for you and the family.

Mask up or pop online to enjoy Madison’s art, food and festival scenes with these distanced or virtual happenings.

Kismet Books becomes Verona's solo indie bookstore

After seeking funding through a GoFundMe campaign last summer, Rye Kimmet opened the bookstore in November.

A Snowy Owl perches against a white sky background

Make winter birdwatching your next cold weather hobby

Fly solo or grab your flock and a field guide for your first lesson in winter birdwatching.

In need of a new relaxing activity this winter season? Grab your flock and a field guide for your first lesson in birdwatching.

Chef Andrew Jack is experimenting his way through Madison’s culinary scene

'Cook' means quite a bit in Andrew Jack’s case

“Cook” means quite a bit in Andrew Jack’s case: He owns his own catering company, he’s a salt maker, a fermentation specialist and a culinary experimentalist.

UW–Madison film student to compete on 'Jeopardy!'

Lance St. Laurent will be making his game show debut on Feb. 12.

After a months-long process of testing and interviews, Lance St. Laurent was invited to compete on the NBC game show, "Jeopardy!"

Grab some Wet Wipes, it's Wing Week

EatStreet hosts a saucy local competition to deliver more than 40 styles of wings and a charitable bonus

Sad Green Bay Packers fans may want to drown their sorrows in hot sauce between now and Super Bowl Sunday with EatStreet’s Wing Week competition.

Make a plan when it comes to healthy eating in the city

You heard it here first — healthy eating can be fun and easy if you prepare accordingly.

Your guide to gluten-free options in Madison

Gluten-free friends, stop compromising and fill your bellies at these spots.

4 recommendations for loose leaf tea from local shops

These spots sell loose leaf varieties galore, so even tea-time newbies can slurp up a piping hot spot of tea in no time.

Hot chocolate spheres? They’re the bomb.

Where to purchase your own hot cocoa bombs in and near Madison.

A sphere of chocolate thick enough to hold its weight, but thin enough to melt, cocoa bombs put a spin on your typical mug of hot chocolate.

Author: Sam Jones