Catch These Five Fun April Events
A popular podcast, a signature run/walk and a classical guitar performance are all on tap this month.
Arts + Events
Artful Escapes Close to Home
These five museums near Madison invite you to linger, explore and recharge your winter-weary soul.
Sixteen Arts Events to Check Out in March and April
There’s a full slate of arts and culture events to check out in March and April.
Beauty + Style + Fashion
Wear Now, Wear Later
From warm September afternoons to crisp fall evenings, these key pieces go the distance.
Fall’s Top Trends
Update your closet with a few top trends.
5 Brow Services to Try
The latest ways to maintain lovely arches.
Dwell
Tips for Kick-Starting Your Garden This Spring
Ready to get your hands dirty? Here are some simple strategies to help you start your own garden, from two local experts.
Timeless By Design
Vintage details and classical finishes create an elegant and enduring home.
Kitchen Glow-Ups
Warm woods and classic touches make these kitchens both modern and enduring.
Eats + Drinks
Paleo Mama’s Beautiful Bakery
Paleo Mama Bakery’s treats are thoughtfully crafted, without gluten and refined sugars.
Meatless Must-Trys
Discover creative kitchens crafting globally inspired plates — from craveable comfort food to elevated classics — that put plants at the center of the table.
How The Cider Farm is Redefining Craft Cider
How a certified pommelier™ is redefining Wisconsin craft cider.
Engaging Community
BRAVA and the American Heart Association Partner Up on 2026 Madison Go Red for Women Campaign
Shayna Mace, editorial director, and Dena Frisch, sales manager, of BRAVA Magazine, are serving as the 2026 co-chairs for the Madison Go Red for Women movement
Give Where You Live
Explore Madison nonprofits making real impact — and learn how you can make this season brighter for others.
A Bridge to Aging Well
NewBridge’s mission is to provide older adults a bridge to successful aging and to ensure longer, healthier and safer independent lives.
Features
No Kidding: Wisconsin’s Child Care Woes
As families shoulder rising costs, child care providers and advocates say the early education care model in Wisconsin remains underfunded and financially unsustainable.
2026 Raves & Faves: Top Picks
From essential services to special-occasion standouts, these Raves & Faves winners reflect the best of our Madison community.
Hot Home Trends
Three design themes to be on the lookout for in home interiors right now.
Finance + Career
The Decision Fatigue Fix
Values are not aspirational — they are directional. They guide you in optimizing career and personal decisions.
Designing a Sustainable Side Gig
How to effectively balance your nine-to-five with a passion project.
Why Decisions Feel Harder Than They Should
If making decisions at work feels more exhausting than it used to, you’re not imagining it.
Health + Wellbeing
Five Personal Journeys With Heart Health
In honor of American Heart Month (February) and National Wear Red Day (Feb. 6), five women open up about the impactful moments that changed their relationship with heart health.
From Holiday Highs to Winter Wellness
UnityPoint Health – Meriter shares strategies to stay balanced, energized and resilient through the post-holiday slump.
The Hidden Side of Healing
Recovering from an illness or surgery can stir up unexpected emotions — and is a common experience.
Jaunt
Twenty-Six Ways to Experience Madison in 2026
We’ve compiled 26 stellar recommendations that’ll spice up your year, including trying dining spots you may have never frequented and fun ways to get active.
The State’s Best Holiday Markets and Light Displays
Bundle up and explore the state’s most dazzling light displays and holiday markets.
Mineral Point is a Dream for Artsy Travelers
This small town packs big charm into a perfect day trip.
Local Women
What are the 2025 Women to Watch Up To?
Check out what last year’s class of Women to Watch have been doing over the last 12 months.
The Cultural Architect
Thanks to creative powerhouse Ashley Moseberry, Madison’s events calendar is more exciting and inclusive than ever.
Geralyn Vaval: Building Pathways to Possibility
Geralyn Vaval founded Cultivate Change in December 2024 to empower youth and individuals, including those with mental health disorders, through skills development, educational programming and mental health support.
Shops + Services
Madison Art Market is a One-Stop Art Shop
Last October, Katie and Jake Hawley opened Madison Art Market, a one-stop shop for art by Wisconsin artists.
Atomic Energy
Both vintage and new midcentury finds are waiting to be discovered around Madison.
Saunaday’s Restorative Vibe
Inspired by global bathhouse traditions and wellness-centered design, Saunaday encourages connection and community.
Sponsored Content
Panther Exteriors & Contracting: Curb Appeal That Protects
Your home’s curb appeal is about more than just looking good — properly installed roofing, siding and gutters protect your property from damage and…
Urso Builders: What’s Shaping Home Design
What’s the latest in home-building trends? Urso Builders, a custom home builder and renovation firm, fills us in.
Dream House Dream Kitchens: Luxury Begins with Intention
True luxury isn’t excess. It’s a home designed with purpose. For 40 years, Dream House Dream Kitchens has helped Madison-area families create homes that…
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Catch These Five Fun April Events
A popular podcast, a signature run/walk and a classical guitar performance are all on tap this month.
Nine Can’t-Miss March Events
Celebrate international culture, St. Patrick’s Day and inspirational women — all this month.
Seven Ways to Love February in Madison
Take in the sports scene, savor great food and take in international culture this month.