2023-24 Arts & Entertainment Season Preview
Madison’s vibrant and diverse arts season is kicking off in full force.
Art
What To Do in July and August
By Jessica Steinhoff LA FÊTE DE MARQUETTE July 13-16, McPike Park Celebrate the French-speaking world with food, art, live music and more the week…
May and June Arts Events You Don’t Want to Miss
Check out these live music and theater events this summer in the Madison area.
Beauty + Style + Fashion
Cosa Boutique Offers Clothing That Cares
With a motto of “look good, do good,” Cosa Boutique is on a mission to not only elevate our community, but offer cool clothing.
Your Uniform, Updated
Mix and match these 11 pieces to solve the “what to wear?” dilemma.
Summer Hair and Skin Saviors
These picks offer sun protection and beautifying benefits.
Dwell
Glorious Baths
Don’t overlook the design for this oft-used room.
Beautiful Blooms
Tips for creating the perfect bouquet.
Down to Earth: Bring the Outdoors In
Bring the outdoors inside with these five tips.
Eats + Drinks
A Story of Friendship and Authentic Food at Trio Ramen
Xuan Wang, Peggy Wang and Wendy Weng met years ago when their kids all attended Sunset Ridge Elementary School in Middleton. Fast-forward to February 2023, and the three women opened Trio Ramen, a tribute to traditional Asian food.
Eat Your Way Through Black Restaurant Week
At this year’s Black Restaurant Week, Black-owned food trucks, restaurants, caterers and specialty food products will be showcasing their Madison-based businesses.
11 Madison-Area Farmers’ Markets to Check Out
For seasoned farmers’ shoppers looking to switch it up, the Madison area has many additional options. These local markets all have their own flair and spread the farmers’ market love beyond the Capitol Square.
Engaging Community
11 Madison-Area Farmers’ Markets to Check Out
For seasoned farmers’ shoppers looking to switch it up, the Madison area has many additional options. These local markets all have their own flair and spread the farmers’ market love beyond the Capitol Square.
Arts & Entertainment Events to Level Up Your Month
You’ll have no shortage of fun things to do in July and August.
Your Spring Arts & Entertainment Picks
It’s time for outdoor music events, standout arts performances and enlightening festivals.
Features
Great Expectations
How education experts and advocates are addressing the statewide teacher shortage, training future educators and expanding programming for kids
Boosting Centro’s Connections
Centro Hispano’s expansion of programming for kids is an exciting step forward for the nonprofit, driven by a brand-new building.
Tackling the Teacher Shortage
Why are so many educators leaving the field, and what can we do about it?
Finance + Career
Creating Long-Term Financial Security
Summit Credit Union helps women build wealth now to avoid poverty in retirement.
Avoid These Money Scams
Protect yourself against the latest money scams.
Building Generational Wealth
Closing the wealth gap for people of color: how local programs are addressing the issue.
Health + Wellbeing
Living With Endometriosis and PCOS
Looking at two common issues that affect our fertility and overall health.
What to Know About Women and Alzheimer’s
Important Alzheimer’s disease prevention tips for women and updates on clinical studies.
Keeping Your Gut Healthy
Whatever your age, the staff at Community Pharmacy and Community Wellness Shop are happy to help you navigate the options best suited for your body’s own “spring cleaning.”
Jaunt
Check Out These Seven Fall Fests in 2023
Celebrate the season’s sights, sounds and smells by attending a fall festival. These picks are all within easy driving distance.
Experience Cold-Cut Culture in Chicago’s North Shore
From cold-cuts to plays and pigskins, there’s plenty happening when you visit Chicago’s North Shore this fall.
Mineral Point Loves Art
Today, Mineral Point is one of the state’s most artsy communities, filled with potters, painters, weavers, woodworkers, glass artists and more.
Local Women
Social Media & Cancer Survivorship
A fortuitous connection on social media helped Larissa Anderson discover her breast cancer, and she’s using her experience and her virtual community to make a difference for other women.
On the Rise
Madison’s younger business owners are forging their own paths in food, retail and STEAM fields — growing successful businesses along the way.
Grace Wang: Starting a Business That’s Gone to the Dogs
Grace Wang, founder and CEO of Petphoria, offers a unique shopping experience “for dogs and their people.”
Shops + Services
Cosa Boutique Offers Clothing That Cares
With a motto of “look good, do good,” Cosa Boutique is on a mission to not only elevate our community, but offer cool clothing.
A Nostalgic Stop at Atomic Antiques
Items from a bygone era spark curiosity, nostalgia and a fuzzy feeling for the good-old days. And that’s exactly what you’ll find at Atomic Antiques.
Haute Home at Linen & Clove
Shop this Verona store for unique home goods and gifts.
Sponsored Content
Work with a CDFA to Avoid Financial Devastation during Divorce
Partnering with a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) before an attorney can save you from costly mistakes and help you navigate the financial complexities of divorce.
Yes, There’s Relief for Knee Pain
Got a bum knee? An OrthoTeam Clinic orthopedic surgeon explains how you can treat this issue.
Creating Long-Term Financial Security
Summit Credit Union helps women build wealth now to avoid poverty in retirement.
Web Exclusive
13 Can’t-Miss Wisconsin Book Festival Events
Wisconsin Book Festival director Jane Rotonda shares her top picks for the festival’s annual fall celebration, taking place from Oct. 19 through Oct. 22.
5 Ways to Honor Hispanic Heritage Month in Madison
National Hispanic American Heritage Month kicked off on September 15 and runs through October 15.
Check Out These Seven Fall Fests in 2023
Celebrate the season’s sights, sounds and smells by attending a fall festival. These picks are all within easy driving distance.
Brava Events
THRIVE Conference 2020 — Postponed!
The health, safety, and wellbeing of our speakers, vendors and attendees are our highest priorities. With the heightened concerns raised by the Center for Disease Control, BRAVA Magazine and Nei Turner Media Group is postponing the BRAVA Thrive Conference on Friday, May 8, 2020.
BRAVA Event Recap
View photos and details from our past BRAVA events, such as the BRAVA Night Out events, our expos, and more.
Upcoming BRAVA Night Out Events
BRAVA Magazine invites you to join us for our monthly Brava Night Out events at local businesses! View details and registration information for our upcoming Brava Night Out events here.
Brava Promotion
Q&A With Madison Author Jennifer Chiaverini
The author of BRAVA Book Club’s first pick tells the story of Nazi resisters with ties to Madison.
New Year, New Editor
We sit down with BRAVA’s new editor, Shayna Mace, to get to know her and the vision she has for BRAVA Magazine in the new year.
New Year, New You…or Not So Much?
Although we’re only a few weeks into the new year, you may have already kicked any new year’s resolutions to the curb. And some of our 2019 THRIVE series speakers are no different.
