Green jobs could light the way in a post-pandemic economy
Before the COVID-19 crisis, clean energy jobs were growing one and a half times faster than overall employment in Wisconsin.
Madison Magazine - November 2020
Local coffee and tea gift ideas for the holidays
For those who love to steep, brew, stir and sip, gift them some local drinkware, products and other trappings to imbibe in style this holiday season.
Monica White uncovers the history of farming by Black Americans
Monica White’s curiosity led her south, to a century of Black agriculture history in America, a tradition being drawn on today in Detroit and other cities.
With Wisconsin’s love of cheese, it’s no wonder this food craze caught on
The fact that fondue, Switzerland’s national dish, became a fun American food fad wasn’t an accident.
Hanah Jon Taylor holds out hope for his club
The unforeseen health crisis has the musician imagining an end to live music as he’s come to know it.
6 things to check out this November in Madison
Here's our monthly editor's picks!
Start your day with these 13 local coffee roasters
The Madison area has local roasters creating flavorful coffee blends guaranteed to wake you up in the morning.
The healing side of art
With stress and trauma at an all-time high, creating art is helping people of all ages work through personal and collective anguish.
Terrence Adeyanju found an artful way out
Terrence Adeyanju remembers the first time art awakened something inside of him.
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.
Roach: The morning after
As a person who has lived more years than most, I can not remember a weirder time in America.
Editor's note: Proceed with caution
This unusual year has made the small details of everyday life stand out like never before.
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.
