Great Wisconsin-Themed Food Gifts
Gift someone you love (or yourself!) with these mostly Wisconsin-made food and beverage finds.
Tasting Madison’s Global Culinary Scene
The city’s international dining scene brings a wealth of tastes from all over the world.
Where to Shop Locally for the Holidays
Check out our roundup of Madison-area shops to #shoplocal and #shopsmall this holiday season.
Pick Up These Guestroom Essentials
The holidays mean more overnight visitors, so stock these local finds to make their stay cozy.
Custom Creations at A Well Worn Story
Check out this special leather handbag and tote shop in New Glarus.
Your Favorite Holiday Dishes, Healthier
How to make your favorite foods a little better for you.
Black Friday Magic
The Madison Makers Market offers an enjoyable alternative at its Black Friday Holiday Market and Pub Crawl on Nov. 25 (noon to 5 p.m.), which features cocktails, community and one-of-a-kind gifts from more than 120 local artists and crafts-people.
Madison’s Fun Holiday Happenings
During the Christmas season, Madison turns magical with its twinkling light displays, festivals and shopping destinations galore.
Give the Gift of Books This Holiday
While you’re checking off your gift list for family, friends and colleagues, consider donating to a local nonprofit, too. The Madison Reading Project’s Community Book Drive is one excellent way to do that.
Small Town Holidays
From light displays to shopping events to holiday eats, these Wisconsin small towns offer delightful family fun and plenty to do.
Head to Janesville for Holiday Fun
When the holidays approach, it’s time to take a trip to Janesville, which offers a wealth of ways to celebrate the season.
Stoughton Has What You Need for the Holidays
Kick-start your holiday season in Stoughton, where you’ll find a wealth of diverse gifts and plenty of festive experiences.
Outdoor Family Activities Abound in the Fox Cities
It’s easy to embrace winter in the Fox Cities, which is home to gems such as The Plaza at Gateway Park, Neenah’s impressive, one-year-old attraction.
Romantic Escapes Await in Beloit
Impress your sweetie with a getaway to Beloit, whose romantic downtown features charming, century-old buildings highlighted by the scenic Rock River.
Fort Atkinson for Christmas
Fort Atkinson offers memorable events and rich cultural experiences for the whole family during the holiday season.
Artful Ways to Usher in the Holidays
Excellent ways to experience the arts scene now.
Reproductive Rights in a Post-Roe Wisconsin
How Dane County women are navigating reproductive health after another landmark decision.
Madison by the Book
The city is a haven for writers and readers alike.
Ann Garvin On Traveling — And Returning Home — As Creative Inspiration
While Ann Garvin admits that she can write (and find inspiration) literally anywhere, she says, “Madison is home. It’s where I recharge, find my center and get back to my routines. Plus, my dog is happiest here.”
Madison Authors Reveal Their Must-Reads
These titles have changed Madison authors’ lives.
Quan Barry On Creating A New Outing For Local Book Groups
Since moving here in 1999, Quan Barry has taken full advantage of the city’s bustling theater, opera, symphony, dance, museum and food scenes.
Madison Novelists Share Their Favorite Reading Spots
Madison novelists share their favorite reading spots.
Christina Clancy On Publishing Two Novels During The Pandemic
Christina Clancy talks to BRAVA about what it was like to publish two novels since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020.
Madison As Muse
How (and where) our city pops up in literature.
Chloe Benjamin on Finding Comfort in Winter
After 12 years in Madison, Chloe Benjamin knows how to seek comfort when the weather is bleak.
Middle Grade Magic
BRAVA contributor Laura Anne Bird has written professionally her entire career, but her longtime dream has been to write a children’s novel.
Library Love
The area caters to library-users of all kinds.
These Madison Literary Organizations Celebrate Reading
These organizations and people promote a love of reading, and they’re based right in our backyard.
Free Rental Management Training-Madison, 11/9
The Fair Housing Center of Greater Madison is offering a free online fair housing training seminar for owners and managers of rental properties, or…
Zach Pietrini Band
Voted Best Live Act in Milwaukee (Milwaukee Magazine), it’s been 4 years since Zach Pietrini showed up on the Milwaukee music scene. Despite being…
Jingle Paws: A Hallbark Holiday Village
Shelter From the Storm is hosting its 6th annual Jingle Paws fundraiser on December 10th! Our Jingle Paws Festival has been a favorite of…
Rod Hamdallah
Hailing from Atlanta, GA, garage rocker Rod Hamdallah has been tearing up the southeast music scene since he was old enough to have his…
The Honey Pies
The Honey Pies is an exciting collaboration of Madison-based music veterans. Jodi Jean Amble made a major splash in the Chicago scene fronting her…
Holiday Sing-Along
John Christensen will host at the piano for this night of sing-alongs to Christmas Carols and other Holiday Classics. Get in the holiday spirit…
Harmonious Wail
Americana flavored Gypsy Jazz on full tilt! Harmonious Wail combines the searing wit, humor and mandolin virtuosity of vintage Jethro Burns performances, the Continental…
Reindeer Live!
Come out and see the Live Reindeer! Families can line up to take their picture with the reindeer using their own cameras or head…
Your Vagina 101
Your most pressing questions are answered.
FEED Kitchens Holiday Bazaar
Buy local for the Holidays! FEED Kitchens’ popular Holiday Bazaar is back after a 2 year hiatus. Creative food entrepreneurs producing at FEED Kitchens…
Downtown Madison Holiday Open House
Come shop Downtown Madison for the holidays! With more than 70 great retail stores and dozens of special holiday offers there is something for…
Winter Madison Night Market & Shine On Madison Seasonal Lighting Ceremony
Come downtown for a night market, community mascot parade and we turn on all the seasonal lights at 6:08pm! The Madison Night Markets will…
Luke Leavitt’s Sound Tile Piano Series
Join us for a series of piano stylings from Luke Leavitt’s Sound Tile in the Garver Lounge! These performances are FREE to enjoy on…
Fermentation Presentation and Workshop
The MADison Chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation is excited to be hosting a master fermenter. Join us as we learn from Rob…
What’s Old is New Again at Waunakee Remodeling
Creativity is a trait that must be employed when cultivating truly successful remodeling projects. Just ask the experts at Waunakee Remodeling, which offers an array of remodeling and home design services.
Making the Most of Missteps
Power matters: who has it and who doesn’t, how those who have it choose to use it and how those who lack it can get their fair share. These are some of the issues explored in “Sifting & Reckoning: UW-Madison’s History of Exclusion and Resistance” (Sept. 12-Dec. 30).
From Laos with Love
Madison’s Lao Laan-Xang has been a local favorite for more than 30 years.
Teaching Kids Money Smarts
How parents can help their kids develop financial literacy.
Eastside Winter Market by Communication
Communication’s Eastside Winter Market will be held at Garver Feed Mill on Saturday, December 10 from 11am-6pm and Sunday, December 11 from 10am-3pm. We’re…
Garver Holiday Craftacular
This family friendly event will have shopping, food, and craft activities in the Workshop!
Fostering a Healthy Home Environment With AprilAire
AprilAire encourages homeowners to take the first step toward a healthier home environment and experience the healthy air difference today.
Super-Charge Your Lunch
How to keep your energy up and choose healthy options for lunch.
The 5th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl – Madison
Get Your Tickets Now -> www.crawlwith.us/madison/halloween#tickets Join The Event That Keeps Getting Bigger! 2019 – 143 Crawlers 2020 – COVID 2021 – 461 Crawlers 2022 –…
Stay for Supper
Madison-area supper clubs are a throwback to a bygone era — yet are more popular than ever.
Midwest Vintage Flea Fall ’22
Madison’s longest-running independent vintage clothing store Good Style Shop, presents MIDWEST VINTAGE FLEA SPRING 2022 at Garver Feed Mill. This much-anticipated vintage clothing market…
Luke Leavitt’s Sound Tile Piano Series
Join us for a series of piano stylings from Luke Leavitt’s Sound Tile in the Garver Lounge, on Thursdays. These performances are FREE to…
Divorce Questions With Hawks Quindel
We talked with two family law attorneys from Hawks Quindel about divorce and what to expect during the legal process.
It’s a Mod, Mod World
Midcentury modern style is enduring and classic — read on for expert tips to weave this design genre into your home.
Why You Might Need a Breast Cancer Risk Assessment
Stoughton Health explains the importance of the Breast Cancer Risk Assessment, a free service offered for women.
YOUR Downtown Movie Night: Hocus Pocus
Join us for a very special movie night in celebration of Halloween! This special showing is a safe and fun public event for ALL…
2022 Downtown Madison Family Halloween – Official
Downtown Madison Family Halloween An afternoon of Halloween family fun and free/low cost activities for kids 12 and under! Trick-or-Treat at nearly 70 Downtown…
The Heart of the Home With Dream House Dream Kitchens
These days, the kitchen is the central hub of the home, and Dream House Dream Kitchens is here to help guide you through the trends.
